InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Together Forever ❯ Traveling Again ( Chapter 33 )

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Chapter Thirty-Three: Traveling Again

 

Cold sweat glistened on the toned body, its paleness strikingly odd yet beautiful, a low moan of protest spilling from parted lips as soft hands shook the strong curve of shoulder with surprising force, trying desperately to rouse the sleeping man from his nightmare. A hushed voice filled with worry washed over him, wave upon wave the scent of lavender and fresh spring flowers reached the tossing males nose, tickling his senses, the faint scent of distress mingled in within the lovely and familiar scent nearly forcing a displeased growl from his throat.

 

The still sleeping male growled, harsh and low, angrily, the distress in the females scent displeasing him greatly, though why, he did not know at that moment, his mind moving sluggishly towards the realm of physical awareness. When the growl broke from the male's lips the female whimpered, something, some instinct, in her mind, forcing her to lay down next to him, curling herself around him, nuzzling his neck lovingly, tongue slipping out to caress the flesh, tasting the saltiness of sweat upon him.

 

With a groan Inuyasha opened his eyes, blinking away the blur on the edge of his vision, his hands moving to tangle themselves instinctively into the raven locks of his mate who curled against him, small whines of worry spilling from her plump lips as she nuzzled his neck. With a small ache of protest from sleeping with his back bent at an angle, he sat up, bringing his mate to rest in the cradle of his lap, pulling her away from her nuzzling, his lips descending upon hers, working diligently against her own, fangs nipping at the soft bottom lip trapped by his own, tongue lightly tracing every inch of soft, delicious lips, that tasted of strawberries, until they parted, tongue delving into the moist cavern of sweetness that was Kagome's mouth.

 

Kagome opened her eyes, panting for breath as Inuyasha's mouth left hers, leaving her lips aching in desire for him to take them again, to feel his tongue ravish her mouth until her head spun with need of air. And indeed, to her secret delight, he granted that desire as his lips descended upon hers once more, his clawed hands tangling into her hair, pulling her head back more so he could devour her willing mouth, her soft supple body pressed flush against his, soft moans meant only for him spilling into his mouth.

 

After making sure she could speak, without begging him to take her then and there, Kagome looked up from her position of being curled up in Inuyasha's lap, his hands playing along her back and hips, her head laid gently against his toned chest. “Well, good morning to you too.” Gold eyes glanced down at her, the edges of velvet soft lips that were usually turned down in a scowl turned up into a slight smirk. She smiled, more than used to his lack of reply. “What were you dreaming about?” A brow rose in silent question, gold eyes showing a hint of confusion. “You were having a nightmare,” A pause before adding quickly, “I was trying to wake you up, Shippo is still sleeping.” The brow arched higher. “Feh, don't remember, must not have been important,” This time a pause from the hanyou before a smile worked itself onto his lips, “When doesn't that pup sleep?” A small grunt and the female stood, raven locks falling neatly into place, the bright golden eyes of the male fixating on the movement of her chest.

 

“Heh, should I make some ramen?” Inuyasha came to his feet, checking the contents of a draw string pouch, neatly tucked away in Kagome's bag, which held the money they had, by means of everyone doing anything from helping villages with simple tasks to youkai exterminating, gained over their journey. His eyes quickly scanned and took in their current financial state. “No, we have enough here, to get a nice breakfast, and then plenty left over.” “Alright how about a bath then?” Golden eyes scanned over her form. “Alone or together?” “Either.” “Can I take one with you guys?” The mates turned, the female smiling at the little kit before her as he rubbed his eyes, the sleepy tone in which he inquired all to cute to the female, and rather amusing to the male. “If you're papa doesn't care, you may.”

 

Shippo looked over at his surrogate father, green eyes still slightly darkened with sleep. A nod was his answer and the kit clapped, jumping up onto the older males shoulder, giving the male a small hug, or rather, his neck a hug, before hopping down, quickly assisting his mother in gathering her bathing supplies. They made their way to the baths, Inuyasha, without much more than a glare and a gruff comment or two, gaining a nice, large, private bath for the three of them, with breakfast to be waiting on them, still hot, when they returned.

 

The bath was, in fact, rather enjoyable. Shippo and Kagome conspired in hushed tones while Inuyasha relaxed, letting his guard down, only to catch them, to late, as they lunged, forcing him under the water, shaking in fits of laughter as he surfaced, sputtering. “Priceless!” “Ha, that's payback for all the times you bonked me on the head!” He growled, wet hair clinging to his body, even as he attacked, sending wave upon wave of water crashing upon his mate and pup, growls breaking from his throat, though they were playful, as he chased them to and fro. In the end it was ill fated for Kagome, the two males turned upon her as one, grabbing her, clawed hands, one pair small and soft, the other large and calloused, tickling her before the larger pair plucked her from the water, only to drop her into it, to come up gasping for breath and pleads for nasake.

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“Please?” “No.” “Please?” “No.” “Please?” “No.” “Please?” “Later.” A pause, “Now please?” “No.” Another pause, longer this time, “Now?” “No.” “But-” “Say it one more time and suffer the consequence.” The man faltered, closing his mouth with a snap as the woman frowned, casting him a side glance, the small fire neko on her shoulder jumping down, walking on ahead of them, tails twitching in a sign of exasperation at the antics of her mistress and master.

 

Sighing in defeat Miroku crossed his arms, staff leaned against his shoulder as he walked, occasionally glancing over at Sango as she walked beside him, the formidable haraikotsu strapped to her back. As he watched her the wind picked up, gently pulling at her hair, and she turned her face up to the rays of the steadily rising sun, eyes closed in a moment of peace; and he noted in amusement that she looked much like a cat basking in the sun. He smiled then, a secret smile, and moved closer to her, taking her lax hand in his, threading his fingers into hers, pleased when she did the same in return, turning her face from the sun to him, eyes half closed as a small smile played over her soft lips.

 

He couldn't resist, instead of pleading, for the kiss he had so desired earlier, he leaned over, chastely brushing his lips against hers, giving her hand a squeeze as he pulled away. It was Sango's turn to sigh, though it wasn't one of exasperation as one might have expected from the taijiya, instead, it was a sigh of contentment, something she hadn't felt much, since the incidents with her brother. The thought of her brother tugged at the back of her mind, and she pushed it away, though it left her feeling slightly guilty, but seeing the handsome man walking beside her, that she loved oh so dearly, smile at her, a smile that was meant only for her, made her heart warm, and caused her mind to be at peace, at least for this moment.

 

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“You're one hard taiyoukai to track down, Sesshoumaru-sama.” A fine arched brow rose at that, the only sign the taiyoukai, who was currently, to the dismay of one toad youkai and young ningen onna, bathing the face of the squirming Rin with a wet cloth, had even heard the female neko behind him. Lia smiled at the little girl, choking back the laughter that threatened to spill forth as the child squirmed, trying desperately to escape the taiyoukai's gentle, yet firm, hold.

Once free Rin charged at Lia, wrapping her small arms around the girls legs, Lia leaning down to give her a hug, smiling as Rin then left at Sesshoumaru's command to go flower picking, with Jaken as an escort, of course. “Sit.” Lia did so; sitting before the small fire that crackled merrily in the small cove of trees Sesshoumaru, Rin, and Jaken had stayed in for the night. The stoic taiyoukai sat before her, his pristine haori and hakama bearing no evidence that he had been, as of late, hunting a youkai with a shard of the Shikon at the request of his mate.

 

“The two female ookami, Anna and Kinjya,” again his brow arched, this time in question of the names he spoke, Lia inclining her head, acknowledging him as correct, “they have made contact with you, yes?” “Hai Sesshoumaru-sama.” His lips formed a thin white line as he thought. Patience was indeed a virtue. This was the thought that struck the young girl as she patiently waited upon her lord. She reclined, as a cat was aught to do, sitting perfectly still, though every muscle and tenseness within her loosened, while she kept her eyes and ears alert, senses spread as stillness filled her being. “The current status of missions?” She sat straighter, eyes fixed on him. “Inuyasha, his mate, and those with him will soon be meeting again, to continue their journey; however, Ares is not with them. She is with the ookami ouji Kouga, in his pack, injured but soon well to rejoin your half brother, upon Suaru-sama's command,” She paused, letting him digest the information along with gaining a breath for herself, “the two ookami females are on their way to Ares, as we speak, and all went well with the lower vassals of the Southern part of your lands; I found and eliminated the threat; a spy playing servant, a team of our finest is quickly cleaning up all lose ends; everything is going smoothly, according to plan, Sesshoumaru-sama.”

 

“Well done.” She bowed her gratitude for his praise and after a moment, broke the silence that had once again settled upon them, “Forgive me, Sesshoumaru-sama, but the reason you called me here, should we not attend to it?” His golden eyes fixed on a spot beyond her, yet her sensitive ears heard the laughter of the little onna Rin, her scent of peach blossoms tickling her delicate nose. “The little onna, my lord?” “Hai, I want you to take her to my home and leave her with my mate.” “Sesshoumaru-sama, is Suaru-sama not with pup?” “She is.” “And this child?” “I feel it best. You will take her to my home; leave her with Suaru, where it is safe.” “Are you in danger, my lord?” “I am the Taiyoukai of the West, I am always near danger.” “I know, but to have me take the child, perhaps you're not telling me something, if I may know what that may be, my lord.” Golden eyes locked with hers and she saw the uncertainty, which rarely showed, along with all other emotions, in the taiyoukai's eyes. “My mate, she, will explain it to you.”

 

Warm brown eyes glowed warmly with happiness as the bestowed offering of flowers was gratefully accepted from the small hands into the larger, yet petite, hands of the neko youkai, along with praise for the flower arrangement. Rin smiled, giggling as she ran over to her beloved Sesshoumaru-sama, a blood red flower clutched in her hand, wrapping herself tightly about his leg, her smile spreading as he patted her head softly, accepting the flower with a nod. “Rin, you will be going with Lia, to stay at my palace, with my mate and pup.” The young girl, who had just finished her breakfast of fruit, shot up, clinging to Sesshoumaru, small cries of protest spilling forth as her eyes welled with the shimmer of tears. The taiyoukai kneeled down, wiping the tears away with a careful clawed thumb. “My mate, Suaru, will look after you, and I'm sure that my son would love your company.” Her black hair swirled about her shoulders as she shook her head in denial of his words. “Rin wants to stay with you!” “I'm afraid that you have no choice, I need you to go stay with them.”

 

“I'm sure that if you did as Sesshoumaru-sama asked, you'd be helping him, like a good big girl, wouldn't she Sesshoumaru-sama?” Sesshoumaru caught on to the trick Lia played, and nodded. “Indeed, I do need you to be a brave girl for me.” Sniffles filled the air yet the child calmed slightly, brown eyes starring deeply into molten gold. “Really?” A nod was her reply. “Does Suaru-sama need Rin too?” Lia smiled, taking one of Rin's hands. “Hai, Suaru-sama would love for you to stay with her, and since she's going to have babies, I'm sure she could use your help.” Sesshoumaru nodded his agreement, placing Rin upon his bent knee. Small fisted hands rubbed at her eyes, drying the last of her tears. “O-Okay, but, Rin will still miss Sesshoumaru-sama.” “And I you.” She beamed then, hugging him as best she could, careful of the spikes of his armor. With a call of farewell from the two females, Lia gathered the girl into her arms, quickly taking off into the forests, towards the Western Palace, her new mission; protect the onna Rin and bring her safely to Suaru.

 

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Suaru opened her eyes, the lovely shade of sapphire turning dark blue as the light of the sacred fire of the prayer room hit them. A miko stood behind her, head bowed in silent prayer. “Lia is bringing the child?” The miko looked up, having just finished her prayers, taking a moment to look into the fire depths before answering. “Hai, they will be here in about two maybe three days.” Slowly rising to her feet Suaru nodded, sakura hair, let loose now, flowing down her back to trail nearly two feet behind her. Ladies of the faith, her faith, the faith of the Mother Goddess, came to her, quickly combing and ordering her into the look of the Lady of the West, the miko, Namiko, falling into step behind her lady as she moved to attend to her duties, most of which she had charge of since her Lord mate was absent at this moment, now moving about the North Western part of the Western Lands. “Rooms; prepared for the new arrivals, have the one down the hall from Rath's set up immediately to accommodate my new little one.” A bow and murmur of, “Hai Suaru-sama,” saw to it that the room Lia normally stayed in, when visiting was cleaned and ready for her, and one was now being fitted for the small girl child Rin.

 

“Kagome!” Said raven haired miko turned, a bright smile lighting her face as the strong, slender, arms of her friend, Sango, the taijiya wrapped about her, embracing her gently before releasing her, only to embrace the small kitsune that stood near her feet. The inu hanyou came forward, watching as his mate greeted their comrades, his nose assaulted with the scent of passion that still faintly lingered about the two before him. Kirara, he noted, rubbed at his ankles, and looking down at her, their eyes caught, everything explained within the midnight black recesses of the fire neko's eyes. The hanyou nodded in understanding, needing no explanation, deciding to as of yet, not to mention the occurrence between his two fellow shard hunting members. He nodded to them both, eyes bright with the new information. He was happy for them, that was for sure, and he thought that the monk had grandly taken his time with the matter, and storing that thought away, to look over later, he moved forward, grabbing the large yellow pack of his mate's, full with their supplies. “Let's get a move on, we aint got all day ya know!” The group turned towards him, the females smiling softly as they began to follow after him at an easy pace, Kirara now riding upon Shippo's head, much to the amusement of the group, Miroku, after a squeeze to Sango's hand, unnoticed by all but the hanyou and fire neko, moved, unnoticed, to the front, walking in comfortable silence next to the silver haired male.

 

“Congratulations, you better take good fucking care of her houshi.” The violet eyed houshi glanced over at his golden eyed friend. “I should have known.” A corner of the hanyous mouth twitched up into an amused smirk. “Yeah, I heard rumor of a jewel shard, just north of here, and just so you know, you'll be explaining later.” The houshi sighed, giving his friend a pained expression. “You wound me so.” “I know.”

 

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Note: Kinjya belongs to my friend Koga! Anna belongs to my friend Anna-chan! Lia and Sae belong to my friend AngelofDaimonds! Ask them before you use any of their characters! And Suaru in the fic isn't me, I just like the name. Suaru, Rath, Ares, and a few others who will show up later on belong to me; so ask me before you use them.

 

 

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- : - Translations - : - Koi - Love :: Koibito - Lover :: Koishii - Beloved :: Oniisan - Big brother ::: Miko - Priestess :: Youkai - demon :: Kitsune - fox :: Ai shiteru - I love you :: Kami - God :: Nani - what :: Gomen - Sorry :: Arigato - Thank you :: Kawaii - cute :: Kowaii- Scary :: Nee- chan: Big sister:: Taijiya - youkai exterminator :: Houshi - priest/monk :: Hentai - pervert :: Ako - my child ::: Domo - thanks :: Domo arigato - Thank you very much :: Kaze no Kizu - wound of the wind (I think) :: Sore wa himitsu desu - It's a secret :: Reisho - Thunder :: Kage - shadow :: Shinju - pearl :: Sango - Coral :: Kohaku - Amber :: Hoshi - Star :: Inu - dog :: Inuyasha - dog demon/damon :: Sesshoumaru - (the) killing perfection :: Iie - no :: Imouto - little sister :: Shizu kani - shut up :: Ichi - one :: Ookami - wolf :: Tora - tiger :: Nasake - Mercy :: Onna - Girl :: Ouji - Prince :: Nushi - Master :: Sureibu - Slave :: Itoshii - Darling :: Daijoubu ka? - Are you ok/alright? :: Hai, daijoubu. - Yes, I'm Fine/ok/alright :: Itai - Ow :: Watashi wa - I am (as in a greeting) :: Chotto - What (in an exclamatory usage) :: Megami - Goddess :: Chichiue - Father (more formal) :: Otouto - little brother :: Hahaue - Mother (more formal) :: Koryu - Garnet :: Ningen - Human :: Jaken: hard hearted, cruel, unkind. :: Naraku - Hell/Hades :: Demo - but :: (-) ka - denotes a question :: Hikari - Light :: Kurai - dark :: Sakura - cherry blossom (That's all for now.)

 

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