InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Stranded ❯ Protection ( Chapter 16 )

Chapter 16

Protection

 

 

 

Sango approached the Higurashi's home. She hesitated about approaching the family after ones loss; she lowered her head. The unsteadiness of her beating heart shattered with every mournful cry, as the previous night rushing back to her. She had needed to stay strong. Taking deep breaths, she wiped away the tears that escaped from her exhausted eyes.

 

The morning sun warmed the cool air, as the golden rays struck through the green leaf-covered maple trees-temporarily blinding her. The warmth on her face, gave her comfort and strength to knock on the wooden door of the two-story manor.

 

Asuka Higurashi was a strong-willed woman. Just losing her husband after the birth of her second child, she willed herself to be there for her children. Even if they were young and did not understand the concept of death, or of mourning the one you've loved.

 

Now Asuka was upstairs in her room still lying on her soft queen-sized mattress. She didn't care for anyone around her except her own misery, and self-loath. She did not even pay attention to the vague sound of the knock coming from the downstairs door. She knew that Sango would want to see her; Souta was kind enough to inform her after the phone conversation. Asuka just looked at her son with lost eyes, rolled over, and ignored his very presence.

 

 

Sango stood there and waited for the door to open. She felt uneasy, and pressed her hands to the side of her black dress pants. A cool breeze whipped through the wrap-around-porch, tossing her black hair to the side. She recalled many times during the fall season, when sitting on the porch swing. Kagome at her side as they watched the multi-colored leaves rustle together, almost like a tornado, swishing by their feet. She was about to express her amusement, until the thick double doors opened.

 

“Ah, Sango, my dear it is so good to see you.”

 

Sango smiled, “good to see you too, Mr. Higurashi.”

 

 

 

 

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After endless pleasures of exuberance and utter exhaustion, Kagome laid in the forest, resting on dry twigs and leaves. Inuyasha still joined laying on top of her panting with his arms draped over hers. Still partially clothed; he had returned to his normal state, closing his golden eyes enjoying the utter bliss, he felt for this woman.

 

Both bodies soiled with the wet red earth, neither seemed to mind as of yet; they would need to wash soon. Traveling with dry mud could become uncomfortable in further movements.

 

 

Kagome could feel something crawling almost a tickling sensation on her right leg. Looking up she watched a giant red centipede with numerous amounts of white long legs, and two lengthy antennas feeling around her exposed flesh. Panicked she sat up abruptly, knocking Inuyasha off her chest. Jumping up into a standing position, she desperately tried to shake the creature off her legs.

 

A high-pitched scream sent the birds in the canopy to scurry away. Her screaming like a banshee, not only disturbed the local wildlife but also awoke a certain half-demon, whose ears had flattened. Opening his eyes, he could not understand the sudden abruption, but he just lay there with his lazy gaze, as he watched Kagome dance. Then suddenly smelt the scent of fear.

 

Panic laced her voice, “oh God Inuyasha get it off me…get it off!” she never saw the Centipede fly off her body, and she began to jump erratically trying to shake the leaves and twigs from her hair, hoping that there were not any other creatures buried in her long tresses.

 

Inuyasha began to chuckle, but he arose finding this very amusing. He grabbed her arm gently, stopping her, and running his claws through her ebony hair. Bugs he could care less, it was those damn Mosquitoes, which enjoyed feasting off his demonic blood. “Its safe Kagome, there is nothing in your hair.” He could feel her calm down slightly. Glancing down he watched the enormous bug scurry away under the brush.

 

She gave a slight smile at his kind jester, however there was the matter of that thing. “It was huge did you see it?” just the thought sent her literally into Inuyasha's arms wrapping her legs around him, as her skirt rose up. “Please just carry me, I don't ever want to experience that again.” She began to feel his claws, as he placed them around her buttocks.

 

 

“Sure thing sweetheart,” he laughed harder, “it was pretty amusing, I never seen you that scared. Even on the boat you were very brave against…” he gulped, “…Naraku.” He just held her tighter.

 

“Really Inuyasha, I was terrified being near Naraku. Hojo's death and the closet incident, but that bug is now up there with my fear of spiders. I'm sure however that the list will continue to grow, the further we head into the forest.”

 

His mirth grew; smiling he, kissed Kagome on her forehead reassuring her that she was going to be okay. “You know sweetheart we are kind of in a quandary.”

 

She looked up at him, while she rested against his bare chest, “and what is that?”

 

His eyes lustful, his voice husky, “ well since I can't put you down, and I'm not dressed. Not to mention the fact that your legs are tightly around my waist. So if I walk… well I will just have to take you here again.”

 

Kagome immediately blushed at his bluntness. Yet returned her seductive glare, “I guess this does have its perks.” She laughed, forgetting about the bug for the time being. Just being in his hold gave her a wonderful sense of security.

 

He smiled, “lets see how far you can resist my dear.” Inuyasha challenged. He too was glad to see her in better spirits.

 

He grabbed her legs tighter, hearing her gasp slightly.

 

Kagome coiled her arms around his neck securely. The feel of his already aroused pulsing member rubbed against her moist core. She groaned thinking of the many pleasures she would bestow him once they had a better accommodations. This time Inuyasha was going to be on the ground, she was going to be above him, smiling, and feeling safe enough, were no giant insects could attack her.

 

Inuyasha glanced around trying to find a flat stone or a broken log. Since she refused to be set down on the ground barefoot, and doubt she would want to wake up on the forest floor ever again. He just did not want to ruin the moment and tell her that, that very bug was indeed poisonous and its diet consisted on small rodents and other insects.

 

It did not bother him that the bugs scared her or Kagome's panicked reactions to them. It only brought her closer to him, really who would mind that. After all, it now became his duty to protect her, even if it was from the elements of Mother Nature.

 

Inuyasha turned his head, and smiled. Just his luck, behind a large tree there laid a massive log. He smirked down at Kagome; he knew that he would not be able to make the trek without tackling her. `Shit!'

 

His hardness rubbed at her core as she moaned. “Hurry up! I don't know how much more I can take.”

 

He laughed. In all honesty, he did not think he would be able to make it to the log. Observing the surrounding area again was a large tree. It's trunk wide enough for her petite body. He frowned; the bark didn't look smooth enough, and would cut her flesh. Growling in frustration, he could not wait he wanted her…No! needed her now!

 

With a sudden flash, his lips crashed against hers in a wild frenzy. No foreplay was needed they were both ready. Inuyasha slammed his erect member inside her, only to earn a pleasurable gasp. He never did make it to the tree. However, he was close enough to where his hand braced against the bark, as her legs and arms tightly wrapped around his body.

 

Inuyasha thrust deeply into her wetness, while his fangs rested on her shoulder. His claws digging into the bark, while his other arm resided around her midsection, holding her firmly. His demon screaming with dutiful mercy to mark her; yet he still was not ready. Inuyasha's ears flattened as she screamed with pleasure, as the passion grew intense.

 

Kagome's nails sank deeply into his back yearning growls of satisfaction from her lover, as she collided with him.

 

Inuyasha pulled his fangs away from her shoulder. Instead, his lips crashed upon hers. His legs trembled with extreme delight, as he dropped to his knees into the soft earth. His hands enclosed the nape of her neck behind her hair, careful of his claws.

 

Pulling her down with him, her hands found his chest. Her knees slightly sank into the forest floor. While his legs were now bent behind her back, bracing her. He continually drove himself insider her. Their lips slightly parted, both panting for air.

 

Kagome tried desperately to keep up with her half-demon. She felt like her body was being torn in two. Suddenly her body coiled with a needed release. “Almost there,” she panted.

 

Inuyasha released his hold on her neck, his claws, carefully yet quickly trailed towards her waist. He enjoyed the softness of her creamy flesh, and the firmness of her supple breasts, on his way down.

 

Now that he had a firmer leverage, he continued raising his body, hitting her sensitive spot repeatedly. The way he moved himself was fast and demanding- Her display erotic.

 

Kagome could not see; blinded by the explosive orgasm. Her body glistened with a sheen sweat, as she felt her muscle spasm onto his still hardened length. She felt shaky as she tried to hold onto his shoulders. Fatigued settled quickly, every ounce of energy was pouring out of her with the aftershock of her intense earthquake.

 

Inuyasha hissed as he felt his member squeezed tightly. Yet, he continued to drive himself hard, inside her. He knew she was spent; yet so close to coming again. He wanted to continue to pleasure her, and since he found her spot, he was not planning on leaving.

 

He loved the way she came; her eyes closed her mouth open. Her soft moans sexy, the Goosebumps covering her glistened body and her nipples so erect. They needed attending to and that is just what he did. He smiled watching her breast bounce before his mouth; with a predatory glee, he latched himself onto her. Yearning a pleasurable hiss, from the woman before him.

 

Kagome never knew that lovemaking could be so heavenly. She could already feel herself starting to climax-and with his mouth suckling, and nipping at her already heightened body-it was to much to handle. Her inner walls clenched his member tightly, as she screamed into the jungle.

 

The monsters on the forest floor never existed in this realm of pleasure, as he suddenly flipped her over onto her back. Inuyasha could feel the trembling of her legs wrapped around his rear. He raised her lower body up, deepening his stride. He rammed himself into her, listening to the slapping of skin. The soft yet powerful moans, of Kagome. He was close, the desire to mark her as his mate, thrummed in his head. Ignoring his demon, he would contemplate his emotions later.

 

All thoughts of doubt left the window, as he felt her grab his sensitive ears, rubbing them tenderly. His body quivered under her touch, and it was not long before he followed her into a blissful orgasm.

 

An earsplitting howl erupted over the forest floor; it was so loud, so powerful, that he was sure it was heard miles away. Finally exhausting himself inside her, he collapsed on top of her sweaty, winded body.

 

Coming down to reality he noticed she was laying on the ground, her eyes closed. Lifting himself up with his hands, he rolled her over on top of him; still conjoined. She looked up and smiled at him before lowering her head onto his chest snuggling under his neck, as he began to run his claws through her thick head of hair. Untangling any leaves, Inuyasha silently hoped not to find a spider or a giant bug hiding inside her tresses. He did not care about himself, and snorted at the idea: that a bug could hurt him.

 

 

Boy was he wrong…

 

 

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Hiten hung up his cell phone, after talking with Captain Bankotsu. A wicked smile adorned his face. They have finally found a trace of evidence to where they where last spotted. He needed to call his boss right away, since Bankotsu refused.

 

Hiten lit a cigarette and inhaled the nicotine to sustain his nerves. He hated calling Naraku, and after listening to Bank, bitch his ear out. He could only hope that the news that he received would suppress Naraku's wrath.

 

Going through the list of names, he had programmed. He selected the name and hit talk. Taking another drag, he listened for a voice, and prayed he would not go into voice mail.

 

“Hiten this better be good!”

 

Hiten paused, “Sir, we've found them.” Hiten listened intently, waiting for a response.

 

Naraku chuckled, “good, send me the location and I will find you.”

 

“Sir…” Hiten paused, “would you like me and my men go ahead of you. We are gathering a team of bloodhounds to pick up their scent.”

 

“Yes, and remember well, I want them alive! Inuyasha damaged, her unharmed. Do you understand me?”

 

“Yes sir.”

 

“Tell me Hiten, how did you discover this.”

 

Hiten paused, he quickly came up with an excuse to save his brother from a sound bitching from their boss. He knew even on the phone, that Naraku could detect a lie, “I heard this from the Captain sir, and Bankotsu was about to call to inform you that an elderly family took in a girl.” Hiten chuckled slightly, “he said that the woman was screaming of a demon, and that they had retreated into the woods. So instead I took the opportunity to let you know since he was gathering the dogs.”

 

“Very well Hiten. Give me the locations.”

 

Hiten felt his heartbeat skip for a moment. Afraid that Naraku would punish him, but his lie passed. Giving Naraku his location and what direction they would be headed. Dropping his cigarette butt on the ground, he stepped on it and continued on his mission.

 

 

An hour later, they were at the scene. The old women named Alessandra retold her tale. Hiten smiled, and silently ordered his men to bring the dogs in, “Renkotsu go in the back and grab the blanket the old woman spoke of.”

 

The brown dogs howled nosily entering the small farmhouse. Alessandra stepped back and the hounds sniffed and snorted around the wooden floor. Their leashes led the dogs as their owners ordered them to sniff the chair Kagome sat in.

 

Renkotsu came out with the blanket Inuyasha used to cover her up before they left. Since the dogs could decipher Alessandra's family scent. The new scents, that led the dogs outside and into the field where the elder passed out.

 

Hiten lit another smoke in her home, he watched her intently as his mind pondered if this would work. Playing with his long black hair, he gave her a handsome grin. He was not a cold-blooded murder just a good old drug dealer. Yes, he has killed before, but this was not his style. These people were innocents: cooperative at that. However, his boss was another story. He only prayed that Naraku would leave them in peace. He continued his gaze on the elder, setting his frame of mind that he was traveling in the Amazon Jungle. He knew the trek would be rough, sighing he flicked his cigarette out the open door. “Señora de muchas gracias,” Hiten mumbled as he headed towards the awaiting hounds. “Men, move out!”

 

 

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Sango frowned, after her long discussion with Souta, and his Grandfather. “Well its good to hear that she's eating. That just saves me from forcing it down her throat!”

 

Souta's eyes bugged out! ­­­To be honest he had never seen Sango so angry. Yes, he was angry that mom ignores him; still. “Well, sis never mentioned that, you have a nasty temper.”

 

Sango stared at him deadpan. She stood, up from her chair, “you haven't seen nothing yet sport!” Sango was tired of the way Kagome's mother was treating her family. She was going to confront her. She understood a mother's loss. She too lost her parents very young. Sent to foster homes, with her younger brother, not even three years after her parent's death she lost her brother to gang violence. Yes, Sango knew all to well of the mourning she had gone through too. Her new parents were there to support her, and now she stood here today a well-respected woman.

 

She fisted her hands and narrowed her eyes at the stairwell, and the closed door. Her voice hard, yet firm, “your mother needs a good reminding what she has here! I do also share the loss of a friend…no a sister, I've never had!” Heading up the stairs, she gave the men a threatening glare, `do not interfere!' then proceeded up the flight of steps.

 

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Inuyasha's ears twitched, as the sound of howling could be heard in the distance. His eyes darted open, he knew those were dogs, and listened intently, “bloodhounds.” He bolted upright, grabbing Kagome in the process, preventing her fall.

 

 

Kagome woke abruptly, her lids still heavy. She tried to rest her head, and go back to sleep, she was still exhausted from the coupling earlier. Nuzzling back into the crook of his neck, she moaned slightly and shifted herself into a more comfortable position.

 

Inuyasha could feel her stirring yet kept vigil, `what if its just a hunt?' he pondered. Shaking his head negatively, his instincts were telling him something was amiss. Inuyasha knew damn well that those hounds were after them. “Fuck!”

 

Kagome was not asleep, just yet. She could hear his heart thumping in his chest, “what's the matter?” she asked as she began to kiss under his neck, then rubbed her hand over his chiseled chest. She loved to feel his firm abs.

 

His words were harsh, but firm. “ Kagome stop!” he did not mean to sound cruel, and protecting her was his number one priority.

 

She sat upright, she was going to yell at him, but stopped as soon as she saw that he was looking around. “Inuyash-?”

 

Inuyasha covered her mouth, whispering in her ear. “Sweetheart, we have to go. Someone is coming.”

 

“What'd you mean someone is coming?” she asked timidly, as she gave him a puzzling look. “Who's coming, Inuyasha?” She yawned, “there not after us… I don't hear anything.” She said slowly coming to. She stood up and stretched. She looked down to see the oblivious look on his face that he was right. Just waking up she really did not want to argue. “Inuyasha, I don't think anyone is after us, I just think your being paranoid.”

 

He growled, at he comment then pointed to his ears. “Sweetheart! I hear just fine, and yes they are…” his eyes narrowed, as he snarled, “…I bet its those cops.”

 

Kagome approached him without warning; she latched on to the velvet soft ears instantly calming him down. She was not going to argue with him. She tenderly ran her fingers over the tips. Kagome just wanted to be near him-not on the run. She could hear him rumble pleasurably, and lifted her other hand to repeat the process of the first. She was now facing him. Her bare stomach was in front of him as she continued to caress him.

 

Kagome leaned forward, as Inuyasha's eyes closed, only breathing in her intoxicating scent. He knew there was not time for another round. However, he would not forget the unyielding torture, she bestowed him-or his erection. His clawed hands had a mind of their own, when they grabbed her bare waist. His lips were soft, on her glistened body. Unfortunately, the sounds of the hounds were drawing closer, and as much as he could have his way with her again. Inuyasha's persistent subconscious emerged only to put him in high alert status.

 

Inuyasha growled loudly, when he felt her warm tongue lick the inside of his ear. He grabbed her waist roughly, as his claws dug into her skin. Not enough to pierce her skin, but just enough to tell her that she was pushing her limits. How could he think, he did not care how close the dogs were. He just wanted her.

 

Nonetheless, his beast was persistent; and no matter how much he fought it. The annoying voice would not dissipate. Inuyasha growled louder, this time catching Kagome's attention.

 

“Inuyasha…are you okay?”

 

He turned his head, looking up at her lust filled eyes. Grabbing her hands, he silently pleaded his apologies. “I am sorry Kagome. We need to dress quickly and leave.” He could see her began to protest again, probably about their `no one was after them argument'. He just placed his finger over her mouth to silent her protests. “Kagome, don't argue with me…about this. I have to protect you.”

 

Kagome wanted to fight him, yet it was futile, and she complied. Before she even made a move, he swept her off her feet. `He wants to protect me.' It was not a question, but a shock. Was she now his mate? She recalled him saying when she wanted to be with him, which would make them mates. Yet, the thought of him never mentioning it again worried her. She had no doubt of his love. She could see it, feel it, often she even heard it. Where would the go after their rescue? Would he stay with her? On the other hand, would they part ways? Was he using her? She closed her eyes tightly, no that could not be it. Her doubts rang heavy, as she took a deep breath. She would ask him later.

 

Inuyasha looked down on her with a smirk grin. Glancing away, his golden gaze attuned with the path ahead. The short distance he had, gave him time to contemplate. He loved her, that much he knew. Yet, the feeling was intense. Everything in his body screamed that she was the one-it felt so right. They were almost there; he glanced down to see Kagome's eyes shut. She looked worried, but thought nothing of it. He just thought maybe because they were in such a rush. He smiled, `tonight Kagome, I will ask you…I will ask you to be my mate.' Just the thought brought a tremendous amount of weight off his shoulders. He did not know what to do if he would ever lose her.

 

 

Inuyasha landed where they last been. “Kagome were here,” he said silently. Watching her open her eyes, she looked sad. “Is there something troubling you?” he asked, his gaze demanding.

 

`He knows.' However, she was not sure of what he knew. Withdrawing from his arms, she wanted to tell him. Yet, something in her told her this was not the best time. Alternatively, was she afraid to tell him, only to push him away? She became angered, confused; but steeled herself. She turned away from him. “We can discuss this later.” Her words were stern. That was all the answer she was going to give him right at this moment in time. Even though he so deserved an explanation to her sudden anger. Frowning, Kagome slowly walked over to where her garments lay­­­­­­­-on the wet soil.

 

Kagome held her dirty camisole, looking at it with disgust. They truly needed to find a safe source of water soon. At least have some sense of hygiene; she frowned wishing-no longing to go home and take a hot shower. Placing the garment over her head Kagome could not stand the stench that permeated her blouse. It made her queasy, as she allowed the soil garment onto her already dirty body. Quickly turning away from the dirty resin smell, left behind from the sweat, blood, and rain. “God! I must stink,” she said aloud.

 

Not only now, she was dealing with her emotions. The mud now caked on her body drying-now becoming itchy and irritable. All she wanted now was a bath.

 

Inuyasha's ears tuned to every sound within a two-mile radiance. “Sweetheart, I can assure you, that your essence isn't that bad. I can smell under all that grime sweetheart.”

 

Finding her underwear, she gave him a scornful look, “well since I have nothing to go under my skirt. I guess you owe me a bath. And yes I do stink, you're just blinded by love.”

 

Inuyasha chuckled, and dressed quickly. He returned his gaze; he could see the angry scowl adorning her face and the shredded cloth in her hands. He immediately frowned, “I'm sorry, guess we got carried away.” He really did not know what to say. `What's bugging her?' he thought, and soon would find out.

 

She huffed, “more like a puppy not getting his way.” Although there was, so much more she wanted to yell. She knew Inuyasha probably did not like being called a puppy. However, the argument was stress relieving.

 

He stood firm, `damn this isn't the time to argue…get going.' Sniffing the air, he could not smell the dogs, which was good; it meant they were not that close. He would have to outsmart the hounds. However, he could not help but retort, “I wouldn't have ripped them if you hadn't made fun of me.”

 

“Well, sorry Inuyasha…it was funny.” Kagome said with a slight chuckle. It was defiantly taking her mind of her doubts. She liked the humor in their arguments.

 

Inuyasha snorted, “sweetheart, you've learned your lesson…now hurry up!”

 

Kagome pouted, but complied as quickly as the humor was there it was gone by his persistent hurrying. She knew she was angering him further by taking her sweet time. Grabbing her torn panties, she frowned. She just wished that she were back at home. She clenched her ripped garments tightly. As she narrowed her eyes towards her lover, as he approached her.

 

Inuyasha knew what was upsetting her, but right now, they needed to retreat. “Sweetheart, I am sorry but we have to go. I am sorry about your undergarments, but if we stay here…we might as well kiss our ass's goodbye.”

 

Kagome pouted, “Inuyasha! I don't care who is out there…I refuse to go anywhere until you find someplace where I can have a proper bath!” she exclaimed, crossing her arms over her chest; emphasizing her ire further.

 

 

Inuyasha growled loudly. “Kagome…don't piss me off, you really don't want to see me upset.” He grinded his teeth together snarling, he began to fight with his inner demon-who eagerly wanted out to put his bitch in her place. “Respect the alpha male?” he snarled. His thoughts grew heavy, `why am I acting like were already mates…?' He shook his head. Now was not the time, nor the place to discuss this. `Later.' He snarled. He would tell her later.

 

“What!” she giggled, “respect the Alpha…is this some kind of sick twisted joke?” Kagome could not believe what she was hearing. “I told you once, Inuyasha! Don't control me.”

 

Inuyasha lost the war and his eyes bled red, “Bitch! We need to leave, now!” He did not see it as controlling her…but rushing her, and of course, here she was arguing.

 

She defied him again. “No! I am not going anywhere! Not until you tell me, that I can have my bath…look at me Inuyasha! I am a mess. There is mud all over me and it's very uncomfortable to move.” She was not about to give up this argument, as she stood her ground. Now dressed, she held the ripped panties in her hand.

 

“I don't give a rat's ass…your life's in danger; and I need to protect you…so shut the fuck up, and let me protect you!” he snarled baring his fangs.

 

Kagome did not even have time to protest. Suddenly she was thrown over his shoulder. His backside was now facing her. Her face flushed when she realized she could feel a breeze over her own rear. She began to become frantic and started punching his back. “Let me down Inuyasha!”

 

“No!” He could not oblige he kept his guard up and he ran through the forest blindly. He did not know how he was going to lose their trail. He only hoped that the rain, made it more difficult for the hounds and their sensitive noses.

 

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Hiten smiled, as he watched the bloodhounds go insane over the large patch of land. The brown hounds howled loudly, letting everyone around know that they have found their prey, and were eager to continue the hunt. “They were here, and the dogs picked up there scent.” He smiled. Naraku will be pleased.