InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Secrets of the Shinju (Part IV): Power of the Purified Shinju ❯ Sweet Dreams/Bitter Accusations ( Chapter 17 )

Chapter Seventeen

Sweet Dreams/Bitter Accusations

Sesshoumaru stared at the scenery in wonder. He could almost see himself running through the open fields again chasing Sakura. The familiar scents of wildflowers tickled his senses. He looked at Kagome who was smiling warmly. As if she heard his thoughts she broke free from his hand and ran from him laughing. He watched her for a moment taking in her beauty. Her raven black hair contrasted vividly against the soft pink kimono she was wearing. For once, she didn't look fatigued or upset. She spun on him laughing and taunting him to chase her.

Finally, he moved towards her quickly and caught her around the waist with both arms pulling her to him. "That's not fair. I don't have the same speed as you." She said with a giggle.

"You had ample time to flee." He replied. He slowly brought his lips to hers and kissed her softly. She pulled back and broke free running, again laughing and taunting him. He watched her for a moment and then quickly caught her. This time he lowered her to the ground and began to kiss her softly while he stroked her hair and caressed her cheek. Soon he felt her tongue seeking entrance and he gladly obliged deepening their kiss.

Kagome felt herself melting into him as his lips traveled down to her neck. She could feel his fangs graze her skin gently as he continued to kiss her softly. His hand was slowly moving inside the top of her kimono and instantly she felt her body responding to his sensual touches and kisses. Kagome shivered when she felt her kimono part and his lips slowly traveled down to her breasts.

Soon she began to giggle when he picked up a long blade of grass and began to run it over her skin softly. He smiled down at her, loving the sound of her laughter and saddened that he didn't hear it often. He moved back up and again kissed her hungrily. She was grateful that he wasn't wearing his armor as he pulled her tightly to him. After several moments he slowly moved back from her and regained his thoughts.

"We shouldn't be doing this here. It is too dangerous to remain in the dream state now that Hitomi has the shinju." Kagome sighed and agreed with him. They both got to their feet and began to walk towards his home hand in hand. Soon they were standing in front of the beautiful home and gardens.

Kagome watched Sesshoumaru as his childhood memories began swimming in his mind. She put her arms around his waist and hugged him briefly before leading him to the side of the home where his mother was. Sesshoumaru stood in awe at the sight of his mother holding him as an infant. Kagome pulled him closer and he took in the sight of his mother. Kagome could feel his emotions swirling madly inside of him. They then heard Inutaisho coming and Sesshoumaru watched the same scene that Kagome had.

Sesshoumaru stood motionless as his mother went inside and Inutaisho stood holding the baby proudly and began to speak. "Someday this will all be yours. You will grow into a strong demon and rule these lands and all the people in them. You will make me proud, Sesshoumaru."

The two stood there for another moment before Sesshoumaru turned and began walking away slowly. Kagome caught up and took his hand. The two walked in silence for several moments before Kagome finally stopped and waited for him to turn to her. "Are you ok?" She asked him softly. He nodded his head and turned to walk away but she stopped him. "Sesshoumaru?" He looked at her again and then pulled her close to him. Kagome felt his pain and sadness and decided to wake them.

She was still tightly in his embrace when she woke. She pulled herself free and sat up. He was awake looking at her sadly. She reached down and brushed some hair from his forehead before kissing him lightly on the lips.

"We need to get up soon. Everyone else has probably risen long ago." He nodded but made no attempt to get out of bed. Kagome quickly got up and slipped her kimono on while he watched her. "I'm going to the springs for a bath." He began to protest and she held her hand up. "I'll be fine. I feel much stronger today. Anything tries to come near me and I'll purify it." She smiled before turning; leaving him some time to contemplate his own thoughts and memories.

Kagome went to her own room and retrieved a towel and new kimono, pink like the one she wore in the dream and then headed for the springs. Sango caught sight of Kagome and blushed immediately remembering the conversation she had with Miroku the night before. "Kagome, are you heading out to the springs?" Kagome nodded and Sango asked if she would like some company.

"Sure, I'll wait for you in the garden." Sango rushed off to gather her things, while Kagome ventured outside. She stood engrossed in the beauty and was startled when Sango appeared behind her. The two walked to the springs in silence and Kagome sensed that Sango wanted to speak with her about something. After they were in the water relaxing Kagome decided to ask.

"Sango, is there something that you wanted to talk about?" Sango blushed, "Well…I was just curious about your whereabouts last night." Kagome smiled slightly and decided to tell Sango the truth. "I was with Sesshoumaru last night." Sango stared at Kagome knowing the answer but shocked to hear it from Kagome herself. Sango looked away nervously, "Oh." Sango's reaction caused Kagome to giggle. "It's ok Sango; you don't have to be embarrassed. I'm not." The demon exterminator looked back at Kagome again. "What was it like?" She again blushed as she asked the question and waited patiently for Kagome's response.

Kagome was silent for a moment and finally responded. "It was very nice. He was very caring and considerate." Sango perked up and ventured another question. "Did it hurt?" Kagome smiled slightly. "No, he didn't hurt me at all." Kagome saw the puzzled look on Sango's face and suddenly felt the desire to speak to her friend about what had happened with Naraku. She needed to get her feeling out and she felt comfortable speaking with Sango, she was after all, like a sister.

Kagome began by making Sango promise she would never tell Miroku what she was about to tell her. Kagome knew that he would feel extremely guilty if he knew what she had been through in exchange for his life. Sango promised, now concerned about the ordeal her friend had been through. Kagome took a deep breath and slowly told Sango what had happened between her and Naraku without going into detail. Tears began to streak her face as she herself relived the memories. Sango came to her side and comforted her, mentally cursing the half demon.

Kagome felt better after speaking with Sango and thanked her. The two got out of the springs and dried themselves. They walked slowly back towards the castle both lost in their own thoughts when InuYasha suddenly came into view. He had been perched in a tree and jumped down when he heard them coming.

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InuYasha had decided that it was time to face Kagome. He felt ashamed at his behavior and knew that it wasn't fair to Kagome for him to treat her that way. He heard Sango and Kagome walking through the gardens and decided to meet them and check on Kagome. He mentally prepared himself for the stench of Naraku, determined to overlook it for Kagome's sake. He was surprised however, when he couldn't detect Naraku's scent anywhere near her.

He got closer; relieved by this fact when it hit him. He could smell Sesshoumaru all over her. He knew she had just come from a bath but the scent was unmistakable. If it were this strong now he knew there was only one explanation. He stood there dumbfounded for a moment and then grew angry. "Did you enjoy yourself with Naraku so much that you decided to fuck my brother too? Is the monk next?"

Kagome stood there stunned at the outburst and Sango quickly stepped forward in her defense. However, InuYasha had already taken off. Sango turned to Kagome and saw the tears that were threatening to fall and instantly came to her side. "Don't worry Kagome. I'm sure InuYasha was just a little shocked. When he calms down it will be alright." Kagome nodded her head but looked in the direction that InuYasha had gone, knowing that it would never be the same again.