InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ The Demon's Blackmailed Bride ❯ The Wedding ( Chapter 3 )

[ X - Adult: No readers under 18. Contains Graphic Adult Themes/Extreme violence. ]

Kagome and Inuyasha finally tie the knot. We also meet some more of Inuyasha's family and read more into Inuyasha and Kagome's past relationship.

Anime/Manga: InuYasha Fan Fiction | Genre(s): Hentai / Romance / Drama | Type: Alternate Universe | Uploaded On: 07.29.2006 | Pages: 28 | Words: 23.1K | Visits: 2.5K | Status: Work In Progress

Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha! His name belongs to Rumiko Takahashi; but his heart belongs to Kagome Higurashi!

Author's Note: Thank you guys so much for you reviews and I hope you are enjoying the story! I would like to add this chapter will probably be the longest out of the whole story, so enjoy!

Chapter 3: The Wedding

Everyday since her father's funeral, Kagome would leave her apartment for work and sitting in the front of her doorstep she would find a dozen red roses waiting to be picked up. Then when she walked into her class room, another bouquet would be found on her desk and while she would walk out to the parking lot to her car, another dozen would be waiting on her windshield. Obviously Inuyasha was more of a romantic than he let people believe!

He's making it very hard to hate him!

One day after work Kagome walked through her bedroom and was greeted by the phone ringing. She answered as cheerful as possible for someone just coming home from working eight to three.

“Hello, Kagome speaking.”

“Hello Kagome and how was your day?”

It was Inuyasha on the phone…

With a sigh she said, “What do you want Takahashi?”

“Now is that any way to greet your soon-to-be husband?”

“We both know this is a marriage of convenience, stick to the point, and stick straightly to business.”

Inuyasha relaxed more against his black leather office chair and propped his feet upon the desk ready to do “business.”

“All right Kagome, if that's what you want-.”

“And I do.”

“Fine. Listen, I want you here in my office by 9 A.M. Friday morning to discuss with my lawyer the terms of our marriage. Since as you remembered and so bluntly reminded me, `this is a marriage of convenience,' then you won't mind filling out forms agreeing to just that.”

“What kind of forms Mr. Takahashi?”

“It's Inuyasha between us and it's just a few proper legal agreements saying you will honor this marriage and that I do expect for us to be married for seven years with a child by the time the term is up. In return you and your family will be heavily compensated and fully under my care.”

“Under your care?”

“That's correct.”

Kagome didn't like the sinking feeling dwelling in the pit of her stomach. Since the first night Takahashi had mentioned the thought of marriage she hasn't slept or eaten well. The thought of being under his constant care struck a chord within her. Just how much care would he be tending to them anyway? And how much of it would be towards her? Kagome had asked if he would take care of her family and he said he would; but at what price to them?

“Inuyasha, you expect me to take off work just like that to fulfill your desires?”

“I expect you to fulfill all my desires Kagome, and yes, it has already been arranged.”

Kagome froze when he mentioned this and pulled the receiver away from her ear to catch her breath.

Pulling it back to her ear she asked, “What do you mean it's already been arranged?”

Inuyasha chuckled in the phone making Kagome want to reach through and slap the obvious smirk he was giving right off his face.

“I personally talked with your boss, Mr. Shin. A very reasonable fellow once you push the right buttons.”

“And I'm pretty sure you pushed all the right ones.”

“Correct again Kagome. He was more than happy to let you have the day off, once I told him it was to plan for our wedding coming up very soon.”

“How soon?”

“This Sunday.”

All Inuyasha had to do was literally poke her with one of his sharp piercing claws and she would have fallen over in a heap as if she were nothing more than mush. Her knees buckled, her arms felt like jell-o, and a lump formed in her throat so she couldn't say a word, making her body nothing more than a puppet with Inuyasha holding her strings.

Finally able to form words and get past the lump Kagome squeaked, “Did you say this Sunday?”

Another chuckle from his end of the line, “Yes…That's not a problem for you is it? No other prior engagements?”

`Well, one,' she thought, `probably boarding a plane outta here and away from you! But then…I wouldn't be able to help my family…'

“No. Sunday is a perfect day for a wedding.” If it were for anyone else!

“Good. I'll see you Friday morning; 9 A.M. …Don't be late.”

With that he pressed the button on the speaker phone hanging up and instantly his smirk grew wider. Looking at the picture of his future wife on his desk…The last weekend they spent together on the beach before she ended everything…He thought to himself…

Soon Kagome, very soon I'll own you. You'll be mine and I'll be damned if I'll ever let you go again!

Inuyasha couldn't help but think back to that time, his Kagome wearing nothing but a blue bikini with a transparent wrap around her waist, her firm breasts lifting high every time she gave off a sigh at the sight, and the wind blowing through her thick black hair. She looked like an angel from Heaven. Men would sell their souls just to be with such a creature and all he could think about was…She's all mine!

He could even recall their conversation on the beach where he laid out a blanket for them to lay on and cuddle just watching the sunset. With his arms wrapped securely around her as he smelled her hair he whispered in her ear,

“Did you enjoy today my love?”

Sighing her contempt she replied, “Of course, I always enjoy every day when I'm with you Inuyasha.”

The love he sensed in her voice made him want to lavish her with kisses until she agreed she was his forever!

“I really do wish you would reconsider marriage Kagome.”

Taking a moment she eased away to look into his amber gaze.

“We've talked about this Inuyasha. I just think we need to wait.”

Holding her closer and squeezing her more securely against his chest Inuyasha said,

“Why Kagome? Why should we wait when we know this is something we both want?”

“Yes Inuyasha, eventually but not now. I love you Inuyasha. Can't you be happy with just that?”

`If only I could be happy with just that? Doesn't she realize how much I love and want her? Doesn't she understand how much I need her by my side now and forever?'

“All right Kagome, I'll wait for you. I'll wait for you as long as you need. For now I'll be happy with what we have.”

“Thank you my love,” she said snuggling more comfortably into his chest.

“Of course darling, I love you too much to ever make you unhappy.”

And yet now that he remembers that time, he feels a pull on his heart strings. He knows he's hurting her by giving her this marriage ultimatum; but he let her control things for far too long. He knew for things to happen his way, she would have to need him completely before he could have her. The first time didn't do the trick. Yes she needed him, but she didn't submit to him the way he desired. So he decided to wait a little longer for the perfect moment…And everything sort of just fell into place.

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After work on Tuesday, Kagome followed Sango home in order to speak with her husband…The Lawyer. Miroku Miroshi is known as a straight arrow and as sharp as they come in the law business. His peers say if he wasn't so lust driven by his wife, the man might have become a monk because of all his noble morals. Kagome only hoped that he wouldn't argue with her too much on the marriage deal.

Walking into the house Sango asked,

“Are you gonna tell me the reason you wish to speak with my husband Kagome?”

“Not at the moment, no.”

“Does this have anything to do with Inuyasha?”

You don't know the half of it Sango!

“Something like that.”

“Oh damn, is he trying to take your family's restaurant? And right after your father's death too! That bastard! Well, don't you worry Kagome, whatever he tries to pull; Miroku will stop him in his tracks! I don't care how many high priced lawyers he has…All you need is one, and that's my husband on your side!”

Kagome managed to pull a small smile at Sango's confidence in her husband and they continued to walk on through the house till reaching Miroku's study.

Sango knocked on the door walking in to give her husband a hug and kiss…They obviously settled their differences on the sex issue. Sango told Ayame and Kagome the day after the incident.

She agrees to have sex with him anytime he wants; but she has to get a massage any time she wants…Both consider it fair…Both get sex, Sango gets her muscles relaxed, and Miroku gets to paw his wife anytime.

She still confided in them that she was not too sure about his fidelity, even with him being such a stickler for the rules of law, family, and life; but Sango believed they would weather the storm. `Come what may,' was her ending response.

“And how are the two most beautiful women doing today?” asked Miroku with his arms around Sango's waist as she made herself comfortable on his lap.

When the women walked in Miroku was busy at his computer on his desk, no doubt working on important cases and such. Miroku was a most sought out lawyer; but it didn't take the right price to get him on your side. Oh no, Miroku loved law so much there were times he represented people pro-bono, for the right cause.

“Oh we're just fine, um Miroku?”

“Yes Sugar-Lips?”

Sango's cheeks heated up; but she quickly dismissed the embarrassing endearment by saying, “Kagome needs a word with you. You will help her won't you?” Sango pressed.

“Of course my dear, anything for Kagome.”

With that, Sango eased herself from his lap; but not before he grabbed her by the nape of her neck bringing her down for a heart-stopping, breathtaking, wish you were alone, kiss!

Catching her breath Sango walked past Kagome saying, “He's all yours; but just please remember to give him back to me soon…” She winked at the girl's flaming cheeks and closed the door behind her.

With Sango gone, Kagome opened her mouth only to have Miroku hold up his hand stopping her…

“Don't worry Kagome, I already know why you're here.”

Completely taken back by his statement she asked, “You do?”

“Yes, Inuyasha called me yesterday saying you needed a lawyer for a certain `business arrangement,' you both are going through with.” Miroku raised his eyebrows saying this.

Kagome's breath caught in her throat and she found it very hard to breath.

Seeing her vulnerability, Miroku motioned for her to have a seat in one of the chairs in front of his desk. He began again once she was situated.

“I understand you are marrying each other out of convenience. Do I need to mention how unbefitting it is of a woman of your stature?”

“Miroku, there's no other way-.”

“Kagome, I've been your friend for several years now and I adore you; but I have to strongly caution you with this agreement. Inuyasha is not someone to be taken lightly,” motioning to the manila folder on his desk he opened the documents, handing them to Kagome saying, “He already faxed me the terms of the marriage…A child Kagome?”

Looking at the huge stack of papers presented to her she said, “He wants an heir to the Takahashi Corporation.”

“Yes, I can see that; but are you sure you want to bring a child into a loveless marriage?”

“I know what I'm doing Miroku,” she snapped, “I have no choice!”

“You have plenty of choices!”

“Not when my family is as far under as we are!”

Miroku steadied his breath and allowed Kagome a moment to calm down. His blood was already boiling from the irritating phone call he received yesterday from Inuyasha demanding he represent Kagome at Friday's meeting. He never explained terms and nothing was known until he received the fax documents moments later. Needless to say he was appalled at the very idea of Inuyasha using the law as a way to get a wife and child!

“How bad is it Kagome?”

“Bad enough Miroku…Look at me…I'm going to marry a demon I hate with every fiber of my being and bear his child no less! But please Miroku, I know you hate this and if you must, by all means despise me; but please help me!”

Kagome's tone was pleading and Miroku's heart opened and poured for her. No woman should have to plead for anything! Not unless it's the understandable favor for sex; but this was definitely not what they were dealing with. They were dealing with a marriage of convenience and the possibility of a child coming into the world…

Taking pity on the poor girl he replied, “Don't worry Kagome, we'll get through this all right. I'll walk you through everything and make sure there's nothing that hasn't been discussed.”

Kagome brightened just a little and listened intently as Miroku explained everything…

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School was the same, fortunately, and finally during fifth period Shippou managed to ask the question that had been on the student's minds since Kagome received the first bouquet of flowers…

“Hey Ms. Higurashi? What's with all the flowers?”

The class started to nod heir heads in unison bursting with the exact same question.

Pausing to gather her thoughts and look at another arrangement of red long stemmed roses on her desk, she said, “Well, they're from my fiancé…” I haven't even told my own family about this arrangement!

The class fell into utter silence with opened mouths at her statement.

“What do you mean they're from your fiancé?” asked Shippou.

A young boy asked, “When did you get a fiancé?”

“When are you getting married?” asked a little girl.

“Well, there goes my chance with Ms. Higurashi,” blurted out one of the several charming class clowns igniting a roar of laughter from the students.

Kagome sighed massaging her temples and settled her nerves long enough to answer all their questions…

“Well…I do have a fiancé, and he asked me some time ago, and we're supposed to get married this Sunday.”

Another silence fell over the group…

“Who are you marrying Ms. Higurashi?” asked Shippou.

Another sigh, “Mr. Inuyasha Takahashi.”

This time a gasp fell from the class followed by an uproar of commotion. Students began saying,

“WOW! You're gonna be rich!”

“Can I come to your mansion?”

“Can I come to your wedding?”

“HA! Forget the wedding! Let's go on the Honeymoon!”

Ooohs, and ahhs, as a round of laughter went around the room. Kagome could only pull a fake smile and wish for the end of the day bell to ring.

Finally after a period of unsuccessful singing, from of course all the questions from the students, the bell rang and the students filed out; but not before telling Kagome congratulations and their birth dates. Kagome just smiled and waved them good bye. Shippou stayed behind as usual to help her pick all her things up and escort her to her car.

As they walked to the parking lot with Shippou carrying her briefcase, laptop, and music books he encouragingly took from her grasp, they talked about the upcoming wedding.

“I didn't think you had a fiancée Ms. Higurashi. I guess there's gonna be someone else making sure you eat right,” he said with a smile.

The light finally turned on in Kagome's mind, “Is that why you've been bringing me fruit everyday? And I thought it was because I was a good teacher,” she ended with a comical pout.

“Oh you are Ms. Higurashi! It's just the fruit was the only thing I could come up with to make sure you ate something and show my appreciation. You listen to me and you take time to help me. I just wanted to let you know I was thinking about you too.”

“That's sweet Shippou; but you don't have to.”

“I know, now that you're getting married, Mr. Takahashi will be sure making it his top priority to take care of you. Everyone knows how possessive he is.”

This thought coming from Shippou no less, struck her, “I'm not a possession Shippou and I don't need a man to take care of me.”

He sighed and said, “I know you human women like to think you're all independent Ms. Higurashi; but the truth is…You're marrying a demon- .”

“Half-demon,” she corrected.

“Half-demon and the rules still apply.”

“What rules?”

Great! This is all I need! Takahashi already laid down there would be his own set of rules, now Shippou is only reinforcing it!

“Well, for one, a male demon believes they must defend and take care of their mate at all times. If the mate isn't getting the attention she needs the male demon will of course do whatever is necessary to make sure everything is in order. So, let me just tell you to go with the flow because Mr. Takahashi won't let up from taking care of you…Might as well get use to it.”

Kagome's pulse quickened at the thought of Takahashi being so protective over her; but then again, when they were going out to begin with…When wasn't he protective over her?

“Oh yes, and just because he hasn't given you his mark yet doesn't mean he doesn't still consider you his.”

“So…Is this friendly advice from a `male demon.'”

“Hey! I am a fox demon after all! I know what goes on!”

“For a little guy I guess you do,” she said as she gently rubbed his head making him chuckle.

“Aww, come on Ms. Higurashi. I thought we were passed this `child talking to woman' thing. I'm a man!”

“Oh, I'm sorry, you sure are Shippou.”

They continued walking until Shippou noticed the presence of a pretty powerful demon somewhere up ahead. He stopped walking as soon as he noticed the gentleman leaning against Kagome's car. Pausing to glance at Shippou and become a little worried, she followed his gaze right to the man exulting in nothing; but pure male power as he relaxed with not a care in the world, watching them intently.

Turning back to Shippou she said, “Um, that's Mr. Takahashi.”

“He's really powerful,” Shippou began, “if you want I can stay with you?”

She couldn't help the small laugh that erupted from her throat. The thought of Shippou wanting to protect her, and from Inuyasha no less, was nothing short of cute, as well as brave on his part.

Not wanting to disappoint him, she settled for saying, “Well, why don't you come and meet my fiancé. I'm sure he'd be honored to meet one of my students, especially one as kind as you.”

Shippou blushed at her comment and nodded his approval. It was him though that managed to set the pace of their walking towards this new demon and him who took a stance slightly in front of her upon reaching the car.

“Hello Kagome, long day?” asked Inuyasha trying to make casual conversation.

“Extremely. I presume yours was productive,” Kagome replied in the same tone.

“Very much so,” glancing at Shippou he continued, “Do all teachers order their students to carry their things or is he your bodyguard?” he teased.

Kagome simply laughed motioning Inuyasha aside long enough for her to unlock her door so Shippou could put away her things in the back seat. Once he was finished she placed a hand on Shippou's shoulder and made the introductions.

“Shippou is one of my prized students Inuyasha. He offers to carry my things everyday after school.”

“I'd carry them for her in the mornings; but she gets here way too early for me,” he said taking the demon's offered hand in a very strong handshake.

Noticing the protectiveness the little demon had for his woman, Inuyasha smiled saying, “Well, anyone taking such good care of my future wife is in deed a friend of mine,” he said looking into Kagome's eyes giving a little wink her way.

She merely blushed and found the pavement beneath her feet very interesting.

“I hope you don't mind entrusting her to me Shippou. I'd like to take care of her myself for now.”

Shippou glanced at Kagome saying, “See, I told you.”

Then he said his good byes and walked off leaving Inuyasha and Kagome to face each other. Once the boy was clearly out of sight Inuyasha said,

“How `bout something to eat, you must be famished after a long day?”

Kagome looked into his eyes and shook her head, “No thanks, I really need to get back to the apartment.”

“What's so important over there you can't spend a few hours with the man who'll be taking care of you for the rest of your life-.”

“Uh, only for seven years Inuyasha, at least that is what it says in the forms you faxed to Miroku Miroshi.”

“Ah, so you had a meeting with him already?”

“Yes, he told me how you demanded he represent me on Friday. Being Miroku he wouldn't turn down doing a favor for me; but you still had no right giving orders to any one of my friends Inuyasha!”

“I was only doing you a favor in the long run. Were you not going to go to Miroku anyway to represent you?”

“Well, yes, but-.”

“But you wanted to do it yourself correct?”

Putting her hands on her hips and suddenly feeling like she could rip those fuzzy ears right off his head she said, “I don't need a man to do anything for me!”

“Except pay off your debts,” quipped Inuyasha.

A low blow; but he didn't care. Getting Kagome to understand who made the rules, the decisions, and wore the pants in this marriage was the first act of business between them.

“Who is the one who gave me those debts in the first place?” she said with agitation in her voice.

Inuyasha could tell she was using a great deal of restraint and continued, “If you're restaurant was in better shape, the lawyers wouldn't have had to come in. Nor would you be in debt to me. I was merely doing what any loyal friend would do…Lend a hand.”

He loved when she was angry, her feistiness would scream from every pore in her body. Taking her right on the hood of her car was very tempting; but far too exotic for Kagome. No, she was one that needed to be seduced, tormented, pleasured, teased, and if it came down to it…He would humiliate her to make her submit.

She heard every word of his with such anger and animosity; but when he said, `loyal friend,' she immediately cringed.

“You claim you were being loyal…Where was that loyalty when you had your tongue down Kikyo's throat?” she burst out furiously opening her car trying to make a break for it. Anywhere but here was far better.

Before she could even put her foot in the door, Inuyasha slammed the door shut and grabbed her by her shoulders bringing his head down in a fierce kiss that once again left her senses fried.

Pulling back he whispered in fury, “I was always loyal to you Kagome Higurashi,” he bit the words out, “There was never a time I didn't want you. You were the one that chose to leave without hearing my side of the story!”

Oh how she wanted to believe him. Images of what took place right in his office before her eyes consumed her mind…

Kagome walked into the huge glass built twenty-five story building where Inuyasha worked and was the sole owner of, since his father and mother died some odd years ago. There was something between Inuyasha and his brother Sesshomaru; but Inuyasha never told her the story. All she ever knew was that Inuyasha gained control over the company and his older brother moved off and became big. He specializes in ships and does business all over the world, mainly Florida, New York, and Greece.

The Takahashi Corporation makes its money through making automobiles, as she was told the boring process one night by Inuyasha who was trying to bore her while he easily kissed, pawed, and clawed off her clothing. She thought it was a good strategy till his phone rang and he had to go down to the office really quick…Some kind of emergency or something or other…

As she walked into the reception area, a young female demon with her black hair neatly done up, wearing a very expensive business suit, with a name tag saying, “Kagura” peered up at her from behind her desk.

“May I help you Ms. Higurashi?”

“Oh yes, I'd like to speak with Inuyasha, please?”

“I'm sorry; but he's meeting with someone right now, he'll be with you shortly.”

All of a sudden a huge BANG erupted from Inuyasha's office as well as a few scraping noises catching both women's attentions.

Kagome bolted for the twin doors with Kagura calling out, “Don't go in there Ms. Higurashi! He's in a very important business meeting! He'll cut me to shreds if you don't stop!”

But Kagome was far from listening. All she was worried about was whether her Inuyasha was all right or not. If he wasn't, she didn't know what she would do…

As she opened both doors with such force she caught a most unholy sight…

There Inuyasha was lying partially on his desk with Kikyo on top pulling his tie off with one hand and unbuttoning his shirt with the other…

Kagome's mouth dropped and in the instant she stood in the doorway, both Inuyasha and Kikyo looked up, one wearing a smirk and the other in a rage of fury and confusion.

“Kagome! This isn't what it looks like,” raved Inuyasha trying to put Kikyo down, “Tell her Kikyo!”

But Kagome was far from caring our listening, she bolted from the office, out of the reception area, and down the elevator, to the parking lot, and to her car away from Inuyasha, she thought, forever…

The following days and weeks he tried to contact her; but she refused anything further to do with him. For a year she managed to elude him; but this time…Time had a way of coming back to hit her…HARD!

Once Kagome regained her focus she laid another slap across his cheek yelling, “What other side of the story should I have stayed around to hear, Inuyasha? The one where you tell me you were a pon in Kikyo's tricks of seduction and how you were the helpless victim, or the truth!”

With Inuyasha temporarily struck, Kagome managed to make her getaway and escape Inuyasha's wrath…for now.

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As Kagome made her way into her bedroom, the phone yet again rang.

With frustration ringing from her voice she cried out, “What is it now! I just got home!”

She clumsily made it over to her phone, picked it up, took a deep breath, and answered the phone with as much sweetness as she could muster.

“Hello, Kagome speaking.”

“Did you really think you could get away from me Kagome?”

Rolling her eyes rather expressively she answered, “What do you want Inuyasha?”

“Hmm,” he began tapping one of his clawed fingers against his chin, “Why don't you look out your window and see.”

Becoming very irritated she asked, “And why would I want to do that?”

“Because as your future husband and for now fiancé, consider it an order.”

She coughed into the phone and Inuyasha finally said, “Fine! I would like to make a request for you to look out your window Kagome.” `Just this once Kagome!'

Hearing Inuyasha's tone change she walked to her window opening it. What she saw was none other than a team of chefs filing out of a white van standing outside her front door with Inuyasha under her window waving at her with one hand while he held his speaker phone in the other.

“What is the meaning of this Inuyasha?” asked Kagome losing her temper.

Staying calm, cool, and collected he replied, “Well, since you refused to go out to dinner with me, I decided to bring dinner to you,” winking at her he said, “You wouldn't want to disappoint my personal cooking crew would you?”

They were his personal staff members!?

Kagome smiled sweetly and said, “Inuyasha, I'm gonna get you for this.”

“Oh Kagome…I'm counting on it.” With that he hung the phone up and motioned for everyone to enter the building and go on up to her apartment door.

When she heard the knock on the door, Kagome froze, waited for another knock, and walked calmly to the door opening it. Inuyasha leaned against the opposite wall smiling as the cooking crew stood in the hall asking for permission to enter. Sighing, she smiled and moved out of the way opening wider for the staff to come in and raid her kitchen.

Inuyasha walked calmly in taking off his jacket and putting it on the coat rack extending a hand to the couch, obviously wanting them to get more comfortable together.

As they sat down and watched as the staff went to work Kagome leaned over asking, “Why are you doing this Inuyasha? Did you just wake up one day and decide you wanted to ruin someone's life?”

“Now come on Kagome, that's not very nice. I'm doing you a favor here.”

“A favor?”

“Yes, not only are you marrying me, getting rid of all your debts, having your family well provided for…You Kagome will always be my main priority. I will always think firstly of you. Does that not please you?”

She was at a loss for words at the moment. Sure it sounded nice the way he put it. What girl wouldn't want to be showered with gifts and have their significant other always there giving them attention? Perhaps if it was anyone but Inuyasha she could wipe the grimace off her face…

Deciding to not answer she crossed her arms over her chest and turned her body away from his in an attempt of defiance. Inuyasha just shrugged, gave a small chuckle, and waited for the chefs to finish with their meal.

Once everything was in its proper place, Inuyasha and Kagome sat down to a beautifully transformed dining table with red roses as the center piece and two candles on either side. Everything was served on silver in front of them and Inuyasha pulled out her chair while she sat down. He moved to his and with a wave of his hand the kitchen staff was ordered to leave for the time being. Each left the apartment, to where, neither knew.

As the two dined alone Kagome felt a tinge of nervousness settle in. Neither of them has eaten so close to a bedroom in so long. If they were the normal couple they had been they would have taken everything to the bedroom and eaten there, or just started out with “dessert.” But this wasn't like old times, this was two people trying to get through a business arrangement, and a business arrangement is what Kagome would always keep reminding herself is what their relationship really is.

“Wanna tell me about your day?” asked Inuyasha trying to start up a conversation.

“No.”

“Wanna tell me about your students?”

“No.”

“Wanna tell me when you plan on telling your family about us?”

Clank! The fork and knife she was cutting her steak with hit the plate without a second thought. Seeing how much this comment fired her up he decided to press on only having Kagome beat him to it.

“There is no `us,' Inuyasha!” she chided.

“We're about to be married this Sunday Kagome, do you really want to wait any longer to tell them?”

“When everything is in order I'll tell them.”

“What was wrong with telling them yesterday, or the day before that?”

“Because Inuyasha! Nothing is set yet! I can still back out!”

Raising an eyebrow at her he said, “Kagome, we both know you won't. You care about the welfare of your family too much to ever see them suffer. No Kagome, it's not in your nature to disappoint them. You would walk through Hell's fiery gates just to see them happy.”

“Aren't I by marrying you?”

Neither of them said anymore till dessert.

Key Lime pie with whipped cream on top served as a delectable desert. While half way through their portions Inuyasha said, “Kagome, it would be best for us to discuss things before tomorrow morning.”

“Such as?” she asked taking a bite from her pie.

“Well, this is mainly for your benefit. Is there anything you'd like to discuss about the contract before tomorrow?”

“What difference does it make,” she shrugged, “everything you want is in the contract from what I've read. I could argue about staying with you for seven years- .”

“Would you like a longer sentence?” Inuyasha teased.

Taking her eyes away from the pie to see his smirk, she gave him a small glare and continued, “I could even argue about having to give you a child in the first place.”

“But?” he pressed.

“But I just don't see how you can take care of all my family's debts, take care of them, and me…And in return you ask for a child.”

“Not just any child Kagome…Our child.”

“Still…No matter how much my family runs up their debts, nothing could ever cost as much as a child.”

“Are you saying my price is too high?”

“You're buying me and my child!”

“On the contrary, I'm not buying you or our child, I am making a deal. But if you're having second thoughts Kagome…”

“I will always have second thoughts Inuyasha; but you pointed out no matter how much I think I can walk away, there's no way in hell I ever could…And you know that.”

“I've always known that,” added Inuyasha taking a sip of red wine.

Soon they were finished, the kitchen staff, called in by Inuyasha, came and cleaned everything putting all Kagome's belongings in their rightful places. With the staff gone, Kagome walked Inuyasha to the door seeing him out.

“I'll see you Friday Kagome,” said Inuyasha putting his discarded jacket on.

“Yeah, Friday,” said Kagome from a far away place.

“Oh, and one more thing…Since you've already confirmed that you won't back out, don't forget to tell your family about us.”

And as if it were the most natural act on earth, Inuyasha placed a hand upon her chin and kissed her lightly on her lips, smiled and left Kagome to lean against the frame of the door gushing about a single kiss. She hated herself for how the slightest touch could leave her so shaken, considering the source.

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Friday came with rain and thunder waking Kagome up an hour before eight in the morning. She decided it was best to take a hot bath, thinking it would calm her nerves. The steam and the fragrance from her shampoo and conditioner eased her senses; but still the knot tightening in her stomach remained.

Today she would sign the papers agreeing to be Inuyasha's for seven years. Today she would submit to his whim and they would create a child together as if they were really lovers in love. Today changed everything.

Despite the fact that Sunday was the initial wedding day, today signified there would be no turning back once everything was said and done. When she put her signature on the contract, she was literally signing her life away…

Around 8:10 am. Kagome received a phone call as she walked out of the bathroom with a towel wrapped around her body and her hands busily drying her hair.

“Now who could that be?” Kagome said to no one in particular.

Answering the phone in her traditional tone she was instantly relieved to hear Sango on the other end…And she didn't sound too thrilled…

“Kagome! Is it true?”

“Is what true?” she asked.

“I heard from Ayame, who was told by Mr. Fushimoto, who was told by one of the cafeteria ladies, who was told by a custodian, who overheard from a group of students that you are marrying Mr. Inuyasha Takahashi this Sunday! Now please Kagome, tell me it's not true!”

Groaning and flinching the whole time as Sango spoke Kagome heaved a sigh saying, “I wish I could Sango, oh how I wish to God I could tell you it's not true!”

Gasping Sango said, “You have got to be kidding! This is some kind of prank right?”

“No, I'm marrying Inuyasha Takahashi on Sunday.”

“But this can't be something you really want? Is he blackmailing you or something?”

A silence fell over the phone…

“Kagome! Is he blackmailing you?”

“Well…”

“Well?”

“It's a mutual arrangement Sango.”

“What do you mean a mutual arrangement?”

“What I mean to say, it's a marriage of convenience.”

Kagome thought for a minute Sango passed out from the sudden silence and then hearing something drop to the floor.

“Sango? Sango are you there? You ok?”

“Yeah, yeah, I'm here, I just dropped the phone Kagome. Damn girl, for a minute I thought you said this was a marriage of convenience.”

“I did.”

Another silence…

“Oh Kagome! How could you? I know you have better standards and morals than this! I mean for goodness sakes it's Inuyasha Takahashi! Our mortal enemy ever since that day you found him locking lips with Ms. Rumiko in his office!”

“I know Sango, I know.”

“What's he getting out of this Kagome? Better yet, what are you getting out of this?”

“All my family's debts are repaid, they are fully taken care of, and so am I.”

“Ok, that sounds semi-decent; but here comes the indecency…What does he get in return?”

Kagome bit her lip, told Sango, and immediately pushed the receiver away from her ear. All she could hear was one profanity after another in hysterical anger.

After a minute Sango calmed down and said in a calmer manner, “What the hell were you thinking agreeing to this Kagome? What the fuck, marrying the bastard is one thing; but giving him a child! That is just sick and wrong and immoral Kagome!”

“I know Sango; but there's no other way.”

“There's always another way, a better way.”

“Sango…”

“I love you Kagome, I just don't want to see you get hurt…Again.”

“I understand that Sango; but Miroku has already went through this with me- .”

“WHAT! You mean Miroku knows before me? Wait a second, is that why you needed him the other day?”

“He's representing me today when Inuyasha and I sit down and sign the legal documents of the marriage.”

Sango was silent for a moment, then yelling without taking her mouth away from the phone, “DAMN YOU MIROKU! HOW COULD YOU NOT TELL ME WHAT WAS GOING ON WITH KAGOME? OH NO YOU DON'T! COME BACK HERE AND FACE ME LIKE A MAN! DON'T YOU LOCK THE BATHROOM DOOR! MIROKU!”

Kagome never finished her conversation with Sango…

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As Miroku parked along side of her car helping her get out of hers she gave him a smile saying, “Wow, you're actually here.”

“I never cancel on a date.”

“Uh huh…And what did Sango have to yell about this morning?”

“Some rather un-lady like words I care not remember nor repeat.”

“Fair enough,” said Kagome holding up her hands in defeat.

“So, you ready to go through this? You can still back out- .”

“No, no I can't Miroku. I'm doing this for my family.”

“All right, I just wanted you to know I was giving you time to leave. You have the day off work, I could play hooky too. I don't mind, we could go skating down at The Rink, or get some ice-cream, or- .”

“As tempting as all those choices may be Miroku, I still have to sign my life away.”

Pinching her cheek and giving her a warm understanding smile he said, “I know. All right, let's go face the Devil.”

Miroku couldn't help but say as they walked through the doors to Inuyasha's reception area, “And yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death- .”

“Knock it off Miroku!”

“Ok, I'm sorry!”

Kagura instantly greeted them at her desk.

“Ah, hello Ms. Higurashi and Mr. Miroshi. Mr. Takahashi and his lawyer are waiting for you in his office.”

“Thank you Kagura,” said Miroku extending his arm for Kagome to go through first.

Before reaching the double doors Miroku said yet again, “There's still time to back down.”

“You know I can't. We've been through this.”

“Every time I tell you though, I keep thinking my conscience will feel better.”

“Is it?”

“Nope.”

“I'm sorry for putting you through this Miroku,” she said patting his shoulder.

Taking her hand and kissing it, “If you're life is gonna be signed away, I wanna be the one handling all your legalities.”

“If this wasn't such a serious discussion and time, I'd probably laugh at that comment.”

“Just trying to brighten your already dreary day.”

“Thanks Miroku.”

“Anytime.” And they walked through the doors to Hell together…

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Walking through the office gave Kagome shivers running up and down her spine. This was the place that ended their relationship the first time when she discovered him on that very desk with Kikyo. A shudder ran through her in which Inuyasha noticed and knew exactly what was racing through her mind the instant she met his eyes.

He was seated behind his desk with his lawyer in a seat beside it while two chairs waited in front of his solid glass desk just for Kagome and Miroku.

Seating themselves, Kagura immediately walked in asking if anyone would like refreshments or a light snack. Everyone asked for a cup of green tea and she went off to carry their wishes while the meeting took place.

Inuyasha made the introductions and Kagome finally got a look at Inuyasha's lawyer…He was none other than Sesshomaru Takahashi, Inuyasha's older brother. His long silver hair, piercing gold eyes, and unearthly outlined featured face was a dead giveaway.

She remembered meeting Sesshomaru on several occasions. He was always considerate and very formal with her. A smile always grazed his face when looking her way, as if he knew something she did not. That same smile played on his lips as he looked into her eyes once again.

“Hello Ms. Higurashi and Mr. Miroshi,” said Sesshomaru extending his hand in greeting.

Each accepted it and Inuyasha insisted that they drop the formalities before initially beginning. Sesshomaru as well as everyone else merely nodded and agreed.

Kagome quickly chimed in, “Sesshomaru, I didn't know you had a law degree?”

“Yes, a master's of course, I make it my business when doing my own business to know everything my own lawyers know. I feel I'm getting the best deals that way. When Inuyasha called me I was just passing through on a regular business trip in Florida.”

Kagura came back in after this statement and delivered the refreshments hurriedly leaving them alone.

Inuyasha said, “All right, let's get down to business.”

And get down to business they did. They talked and negotiated about every little thing involving the contract, from Kagome and Inuyasha being publicly seen, to how they would act when their child was born on up through the divorce. When Miroku mentioned what would happen after the end of the seven years, Inuyasha briefly touched it and then pushed the papers with a silver pen in Kagome's direction.

This didn't strike Kagome as odd; she figured Inuyasha was ready to push her where she would finally be at his every bidding. With the same reluctance she snatched the pen up and looked through the documents one more time. Miroku tapped her arm and leaned whispering in her ear,

“There's still time…”

Kagome gave him a smile, mouthed the words, “thank you,” and signed the papers…

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As the meeting concluded everyone began to file out from the office. As they were leaving Inuyasha motioned for Kagome to stay and with a look of askance from Miroku, she motioned him to go leaving her alone with her soon-to-be groom.

When Sesshomaru and Miroku walked out closing the double doors Inuyasha took Kagome's hand bringing her back into the center of the room.

“What are you doing Inuyasha?”

“Giving you a proper engagement,” he said pulling out a beautiful diamond ring from the inner pocket of his suit jacket.

A Beautiful single princess cut stone, with silver banned was placed on her finger. She marveled at the stone and nearly cried…All the events leading up to this made her feel weak and tired, the ring only adding its weight and burden to her already wrought emotions.

Not wanting to seem week in front of Inuyasha, she simply said thank you and tried to leave; but was held on by him as he wrapped an arm around her waist.

“All proper engagements are sealed with a kiss, Kagome.”

“This isn't a proper engagement.”

“It can be.”

And with that he crushed his lips to hers in a dominating kiss. Moving his hands along her waist, across her back, and up through her hair as she surrendered to his touch and hers moved to know his body too.

Time seemed non-existent, all thoughts flooded from their minds, except wanting each other all over again. Fulfilling this need dwelling in the pit of their stomachs, this hunger growing more fervent the more they embraced.

As Inuyasha sucked on her lip he whispered, “We don't have to wait till we're married to start our family…”

Time seemed to start again, and Kagome finally found her thoughts crashing back into her, no matter how hard it hurt, she pushed herself from him panting hard.

“What's wrong?” insisted Inuyasha.

“Y-You!” she stammered.

“What?” he asked still holding her.

Pulling his hands away from the sides of her face she said, “I am not your wife yet Inuyasha, and I will not perform my duties to our contract until I am!”

“If that's what you wish Kagome- .”

“And yes I do- .”

“Save those words for Sunday, Kagome” interrupted Inuyasha with one of his numerous smirks.

She could have hurt him, maimed him, just physically harmed him in anyway and she would have felt much better; but he would find somehow to get his revenge, and Kagome didn't want to go through it…Not now, she was just too tired.

“I'll have movers come by your place tomorrow and move all your things to my mansion.”

“Tomorrow?”

“Yes, we are getting married Sunday, and you will be living with me. Wouldn't you think it's best to make these arrangements possible?”

“Well, I kind of figured just taking it day by day.”

“Did you not plan on having a wedding night with me?”

“If I could manage it- .”

She was once again interrupted by him; but this time due to his on-going laughter.

“Oh Kagome, only you, a virgin bride, would try to get out of your own wedding night!”

“Yeah, look who I'll be with on the wedding night!”

Inuyasha didn't seem to care about her comment for he was far too busy laughing at her expense.

Trying to get serious he began again, “And besides you moving in, I took the liberty of already telling the landlord and already have everything settled. By Sunday, you will officially be living with me.”

“Wait! You took care of everything behind my back!?”

“Something wrong with that?”

“Of course there's something wrong with that!?”

“Do you really want to argue about something that's already been done?”

“It's the principal Inuyasha! You can't just do anything you want without notifying me!”

“I did notify you.”

“I don't mean doing it after the fact!”

“What's the big deal? It was gonna be done anyway!”

Kagome couldn't take it anymore. If she didn't leave now, she would do something she would regret later! She stormed out the double doors in a huff leaving her once again smirking hanyou behind closed double doors.

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Miroku was waiting for her as soon as she rushed out of the office and she gave him no time to talk as she kept walking with him trying to catch up. They made it all the way into the elevator by the time they settled down enough to talk.

“Something wrong Kagome?”

“No. Should something be wrong?”

“Well, it's just you left Inuyasha's office in a hurry. I was just wondering if he tried anything.”

“Well, at first there was something; but that's not why I stormed out.”

“You wanna tell me?”

“Nah, it's all right. Don't worry about it Miroku.”

They continued the ride down the elevator in silence until reaching the parking lot. As Miroku watched Kagome sit down in her seat he asked, “You all right Kagome?”

Taking one of her many deep breaths she said, “Yeah, I'll be fine.”

“You know if you ever need anything…Sango and I will always be here.”

“I know, and thank you so much.”

“Of course…I guess I'll see you at the wedding.”

“I guess so.”

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Meeting Sesshomaru in the parking lot, Inuyasha stretched against his Convertible waiting for his older brother to say something.

When he refused to break the silence and blatantly stared at the hanyou, Inuyasha sniped,

“All right! Out with it Sesshomaru! I know you want to say something.”

“I've already discussed the implications of this so called, `business arrangement,' with you Inuyasha.”

“Yeah, but you haven't told me how stupid you think it is yet!”

“You're right, I haven't…I was saving that as my pep talk to you on the day of your wedding to Kagome.”

Losing his patience Inuyasha began, “Yeah, well you can't stop me from doing this Sess.”

“I know Inuyasha. I wasn't planning on it. All Takahashi men have a way with getting their mates. Father had his, I had mine, and you now have yours. What's done is done. She signed the papers; you'll have a wife shortly, and God willing a healthy child in the future.”

“Your point?”

“No point. Just…Congrats.”

Starring at his brother as if he just lost all sense, Inuyasha said, “Congrats? That's it?”

“That's it.”

Inuyasha nodded his head in wonder and then opened his car door until Sesshomaru walked right up to him placing a steady hand on his shoulder.

“Take care of her Inuyasha. She's a special woman; I don't want to see her hurting any more than she has to.”

With that Sesshomaru let go and walked to his own car leaving the stunned hanyou with his thoughts. When his older brother's car was out of sight he muttered under his breath,

“Fuck you Sess; of course I'll take care of her!”

Sometime later on at night the doorbell of Inuyasha's front door to his mansion ringed. Opening the door Miroku Miroshi stood at the entrance holding a six pack of beer in one hand with a bag of movie rentals in the other. Motioning him inside, Inuyasha took the six pack and walked with Miroku into the living room for their usual Friday movie night.

Neither Sango nor Kagome knew of this little get together every Friday for the past year since Inuyasha and Kagome's break up. Considering how angry Sango would be if she ever found out, Miroku would always tell her he was going to a bar with the guys from work and then he would jump in his car bearing the usual `gifts,' at Inuyasha's front door.

No one could break up this duo. They've been friends even before college and no one knows Inuyasha better than Miroku Miroshi.

As they seated themselves and threw in the first DVD, Miroku handed Inuyasha a beer and once comfortable asked, “You will treat Kagome with respect right?”

Spitting up his beer, Inuyasha coldly stared at his friend.

“You can't blame me for asking Inuyasha! I know this is all about revenge on your part. Why else go after her?”

Sighing and then taking another gulp of his beer, Inuyasha replied, “Yes, you're right. This is about revenge; but I'll never lay a hand on her. I care about her all right Miroku! Damn! First Sess, now you! You guys are fucking pissing me off today!”

Chuckling to himself and taking a drink from his own bottle, Miroku said, “Well, it's good to know you admitted your feelings about Kagome. I thought you were gonna try and hide it.”

“Shut up Miroku! Anyways, how are you with what's her face?”

“Claire? Oh, we're fine; it's just hard trying to not let Sango find out about her. She came into my study the other day and I think she overheard part of our conversation.”

“Better be more careful or she'll find out.”

“Yeah, I know all right. It's not easy trying to hide this.”

“Well, not that I would know anything about juggling two different women; but I hope everything works out.”

“Hey, thanks Inuyasha for hooking me up with her. She's great; I just hope Sango doesn't ruin this by finding out too soon.”

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Kagome contemplated on picking up the phone and just simply telling her family about Sunday, and then she would abruptly hang up the phone; but decided against it. She knew that she must tell them with honor and reluctantly she picked up the receiver dialing The Shrine's number.

“Hello, Mother?”

“Oh hello Kagome, how are you?”

“I'm fine,” answered Kagome lying on her bed.

“That's good sweetie,” her mother said as she sat down for tea.

“Um, how's Grandpa and Souta?”

“Well, Grandpa is sweeping the shrine steps at the moment, and Souta is outside playing.”

“Oh.”

“Is something wrong honey? You know a mother can always tell when something is troubling their young.”

“Well…I don't know how you're gonna take this news mother.” All right, I need to just come on out and say it!

“Whatever it is Kagome, I'll understand. Now come on, tell me what's on your mind.”

“Um, all right…Mother…I'm getting married!”

Nothing but silence fell on the line.

“I'm sorry dear, but did you say that you're getting married?”

“Yes, mother, I did.”

“To whom darling?”

“Inuyasha Takahashi…”

Another silence followed with Kagome hoping she didn't give her poor mother a heart attack.

“That's wonderful darling,” her mother said with warm sincerity.

“It is? Oh yes, it is!” she quickly recovered.

“Yes, you and Inuyasha made quite the couple some time ago. Neither your father nor I could ever figure out why you two decided to call it quits. It seems you guys never really fell out of love after all.”

“Yeah…right…”

“So…Tell me, when's the happy day?”

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The wedding was small, taking place in a gazebo outside in a garden behind Inuyasha's mansion. The air was warm, the sun was shining, and it looked to be “the perfect day for a wedding.” If only there was the perfect couple to go along with it, thought Kagome as she stood next to a very sexy Inuyasha, with his black tuxedo and pulled back hair.

Since she is a virgin bride, Inuyasha made all the arrangements to have everything made especially for her all in white. Kagome asked how he could have had everything made especially for her in such a short amount of time; but Inuyasha declared, “For what I paid, they had more than enough time!”

The dress extending a little past her knees was made with a beautiful white satin with roses surrounding her shoulders accenting her voluptuous breasts. Pearls hung from her ears, were placed in her hair, and were worn across her neck, even her pumps were accented with pearls as an outline.

The wedding vows were done nicely if only they could have been from the heart. As they were being said, Miroku started coughing, when it came time for Kagome to say, “I do,” in which Ayame and Sango both stamped on his feet simultaneous, shutting him up immediately. Kagome paid no heed and said her line as if she were performing on stage, in which ironically, she felt like she was. Poor Miroku, I know you tried.

There were only her mother, her grandfather, Souta, Ayame, Kouga, Sango, acting as her Maid of Honor, Miroku, Sesshomaru, acting as the Best Man, and his wife Rin, present for the wedding, as well as the celebrant. Inuyasha took special care to make sure to keep the wedding as private as possible, somehow also taking care of the people whom Kagome told at the school.

The only pictures taken were from those of the people there and even then Kagome did her best to smile as if she really wanted to be there. She did her best to make it look like so in front of her mother…Especially in front of her mother.

Once the rings were exchanged, the ceremony ended with the traditional kiss. It was light on Inuyasha's part and left little comfort for Kagome. It was over and done with just like that. No kind words from her now husband, just a kiss, and a smirk with him turning towards everyone saying dinner would be served in the dining hall.

Kagome felt as if her world were falling apart. She was now married to her loathed enemy and felt completely alone. As if hearing her thoughts, Sango and Ayame both squeezed her shoulders giving her a warm smile. Sango obviously spilled her guts to Ayame right before the wedding.

While Kagome was getting ready in one of the rooms of Inuyasha's mansion, Ayame asked to hear all the facts, and that's what Kagome gave her. Kagome managed to smile back and Inuyasha, still holding her hand motioned at her mother wanting to take pictures.

They assembled as upon agreement through the contract to act like a normal happy couple, taking various poses in a loving husband and wife stance before adding family and friends. After all the pictures were taken, Inuyasha ushered everyone into the mansion for dinner.

As everyone was making their way through the doors of the mansion, Kagome felt someone grab her hand squeezing it. When she looked across her shoulder she saw the warm smile of Rin Takahashi, Sesshomaru's mate.

“You look so beautiful today Kagome,” she said with such kindness.

“Thank you Rin, and I want to thank you for coming to our wedding. It's been ages since we've talked. How's New York?”

“Oh, it's as fine as ever. Sesshomaru and I are so happy for you and Inuyasha. When you left it was like he was another person, a darker person, who never showed his emotions. I can see in his eyes how much he cares for you, and by the look in your eyes I see how much you care for him.”

Blushing she said, “Oh Rin, Inuyasha and I- .”

“You don't have to say it Kagome,” she said placing a hand on her shoulder, “I know deep down the feelings are still there. What you think may be happening now will pass. You'll see…Everything will work out just fine.”

“I have to know something…You sound as if you know what I've been going through. Tell me Rin…How did you become Sesshomaru's mate?”

“Well…I- .”

Before Rin could respond Inuyasha immediately shouted, “Hey! Are you two gonna stay in the parlor all night? It's time to eat!”

With that, the arrogant hanyou whisked back into the dining room waiting for their presence.

Kagome giving an irritated grumble was wrestled out of her mood when Rin gently hugged and kissed her cheek.

“I'll tell you some other time ok Kagome? But for now, don't worry, I promise you everything will turn out all right in the end.”

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After more hugs, kisses, tears, and congratulations, Inuyasha and Kagome saw everyone out the huge double wooden doors of the mansion and watched as they each filed out in their separate vehicles. Watching them leave and not go with them was the hardest thing she ever had to do. As much as she wanted to hold on to her mother as she hugged her, as much as she wanted to grasp on and never let go…She didn't. She simply waved good bye and watched as their cars disappeared as if never have being there.

Inuyasha was still by her side when he motioned for her to go back in walking right beside her. Once he closed the doors he turned towards her saying,

“Well, the servants have been given the weekend off, everyone's gone home, so it looks like that leaves just you and me tonight.”

“Great…” Kagome said with much pain.

“It won't be so bad Kagome. I am a nice guy or have you forgotten?”

“I wish I could forget! I wish I could forget about you period!”

“What a shame, considering I am your husband till death do we part,” he said as he held up the ring for emphasis.

“No! You're only my husband for seven years!” she spat at him.

Inuyasha just shrugged at her comment giving Kagome a moment to calm down.

“Well, I've already arranged my part of the deal Kagome,” he began, “I've erased all your family's debts, your family's restaurant is now being put on the mends, your family is also receiving ample amounts of money for their own pleasure, not to mention I had the liberty of taking your brother out of public school and putting him in a prestigious private school instead. And yes, before you begin to bite my head off Kagome, I did ask him and he wanted to go.”

Opening her mouth and then shutting it she said, “So what's left?”

Holding out his hand he said, “I think you know what's left…”

She saw the mischief in his eyes, the smirk on his handsome face, the way his enticing fang hang out from his lips and felt her body run both hot and cold from anticipation as well as despair.

“Inuyasha, you wanted to have a child so I think it would be best if we just stick to my times when I am most fertile instead.”

“Waiting till you're most fertile?”

“That's correct.”

“Only real animals wait till their mate is fertile Kagome. We are at the top of the food chain and don't do as such.”

“You intend to force sexual activities?”

“If I have to.”

Kagome's mouth flew open and she immediately began her tirade…

“WHAT!? How dare you Inuyasha! There's no way I am willingly going to have sex with you and there's no way you are forcing me into submission! You would be a real animal if you did! Plus, our contract never said that I would have to sleep with you whenever you desired!”

“And it never said you didn't,” he added, “Now, you either come up stairs with me willingly and with dignity, or you can be slung over my shoulder like a rag doll. Take your pick Kagome.”

Taking a moment to think about his ultimatum she decided to choose…Neither!

Making an attempt to escape she flew into the kitchen without preamble. Inuyasha watched her run from him as he shook his head and began to chuckle. By the time she made it to the back door down through the hall into the downstairs laundry room, he was already there waiting for her, leaning against the door with that same irritating smirk.

“Kagome…You can't win. I'm a demon! Do yourself a favor and stop this!”

“No! I won't be forced into doing something I don't want to!”

“I hate to break it to you Kagome; but it looks like you already have!”

Then pausing to come to terms with everything, she realized…He was right.

She was forced to go see him for a loan extension, forced to have her father's funeral paid for, forced to have Miroku represent her in their meeting, forced to even take off work for the day, forced to move and give up her apartment, forced to wear what Inuyasha wanted her to wear on Sunday, and ultimately…She was forced to wed for the welfare of her family.

He was right…

Kagome finally held her hands up as if in surrender. Inuyasha replied, “Your spirit has always enticed me Kagome. You are very smart once you actually think things through,” moving closer to her, “Will you go to bed willingly now?”

Kagome merely nodded her head and watched as Inuyasha came closer to her placing his hands on her waist.

“You'll find this a most pleasurable experience I assure you Kagome. It doesn't have to be so bad. We'll make it work.”

The tears began to build up in the backs of her eyes; but she held them back. There was no way she was going to let Inuyasha see her cry. She forbid him ever seeing her tears.

As she tried to walk out, Inuyasha grabbed her more firmly and swung her into his arms allowing Kagome to give off a huge gasp.

“What do you think you're doing Inuyasha?” she said in a rage.

“You did disobey me Kagome, and whether you like it or not, you shall be dealt with,” he said quirking an eyebrow in her direction with a devilish grin.

Moving faster than she ever expected, Inuyasha ascended the stairs and kicked their bedroom door open in his haste. Laying her on the bed, before she could protest, he quickly held possession of her lips.

Taking a gasp of air, Kagome managed to say, “I hate you Inuyasha Takahashi!”

“It doesn't matter because you belong to me, now Mrs. Kagome Takahashi!”

And once again he claimed her lips as his own…

End Chapter 3!

Thank you guys so much for reading and reviewing! I'm sorry I'm posting this chapter a little later than planned. The more I read the chapter the more I kept adding on to it! Sesshomaru and Rin's scenes were important to me. I like these two characters very much and I wanted to find a way for them to interact more with Inuyasha and Kagome…What better way than to have something in common? Is that a hint? Maybe…

Plus, I would like to say I do like Kikyo's character in the manga and television series. I am not a Kikyo hater, even though I get a little agitated at the thought of Inuyasha and Kikyo being together. I like Kikyo for what she stands for and I feel horrible for what happened to her. Let's face it guys…She was a good person who was punished severely. It's sad when you think about it. Anyhow, Kikyo is the villain in this story…Sorry for Kikyo lovers; but that's just how it goes.

Miroku's line when talking with Kagome upon entering the office came from, “The Lord is my Shepherd,” Psalm 23.

Thanks guys and I can't wait to hear and respond to you! Take care and more hugs and kisses to everyone! Oh, and just for the record…The next chapter is the Lemony Goodness Chapter between Kagome and Inuyasha!