A Blind Heart

Chapter 12 ~

Secret Yearnings & Awakenings

Maru POV

Who was the Miko sensing? I saw her look to Sango. Whatever the demon slayer saw put her on alert. Sango ran outside Kaede’s hut and grabbed her weapon. Miroku went outside staff in hand. InuYasha and Kikyo briefly glanced at each other before running out. Kagome motioned for me to stay behind one second. “Maru can you make a temporary barrier, where we cannot be seen, heard or scented”?

Amused at the question I answered her. “Yes Koishi it is one of my capabilities. Would you like me to do so now?” Did she not know that all Inu’s had so many different skills with magic? We take that training as serious as martial arts and sword play. Speaking some words very softly I could feel the barrier shimmer into being.

“I need you to knock out Kohaku when we fight. I will stay by your side to remove the tainted Jewel Shard and purify it. You will then use Tessaiga to bring Kohaku back to life. Kikyo and I will use our Miko abilities to help soothe his mind and remove some of the pain his treachery caused. InuYasha and Miroku can fight the wind demon Kagura and keep her and Kohaku separated. By the time the barrier comes down we will be done and fait accompli. So what do you think? What are our chances this will work Maru”? Kagome stopped and waited for an evaluation of her plan.

“It is a sound and well thought out plan. I believe it can work. Keep in mind Koishi that the sword does not always work. However I will do as you suggested. Let us join the pack and await his arrival”. Inside I was filled with admiration. She was knowledgeable to form a quick, concise and simply strategy, not getting elaborate when simplicity would serve us better.

Everyone gathered their weapons and was battle ready. The young kitsune was given the task of protecting the village priestess, his mother being anxious to protect him. We headed away from the village to meet this latest threat. No point in damaging huts and crops if we could avoid it. Besides for killing ones enemy nothing beats a wide open field. Trust me I know!

While we were marching towards the forest I heard Kagome speak very low to Yasha and Kikyo. Inu was told to attack Kagura and keep her away from Kohaku. Kikyo was just told to stay by Kagome’s side. They probably assumed that she needed the protection. So confusion clearly showed in the packs faces later, when she walked over to me pulling Kikyo along. Inu opened his mouth and Kagome shook her head sharply. “No time for questions. They are here”.

Kagura jumped off the feather and just like that the fight was on. Miroku used his wind tunnel off to the side to change the direction of the attack. InuYasha went after her with a vengeance. Naraku’s pet insects were around. Both Miko’s used their sacred arrows to keep them out of Miroku’s range. I tracked the battle between Kohaku and Sango. This Sesshoumaru could tell Kohaku was not holding anything back. He would attempt to kill his sister this day. The old divide and conquer routine Naraku was attempting to do. Wanting to pluck us off one by one since his last plan was foiled. Using demon speed I ran up behind the youth. By my placing two fingers on a pressure point in his neck he was simply knocked him out.

“Slayer help InuYasha and Miroku fight Kagura, no questions asked just do as you have been told”. This Sesshoumaru was not concerned about her feeling. There is no feeling allowed in battle, feeling will distract you and distraction was death. I spoke the words to invoke a new barrier and in three seconds flat the four of us were incased in a barrier. Kagome removed the tainted shard, and as always it purified instantly. Next came my part. I could tell when I removed Tessaiga that the sword was not cooperating. I frowned at the damn thing. My little Miko called up her powers and laid her hands on top of my hand which held the sword. Suddenly the sword began to glow. What in the world? How did she get the sword to work? No time for mental musings. I could see the soul bearers from the netherworld coming to claim Kohaku. While keeping our hands still joined this Sesshoumaru swung my sword through them; and with a loud gasp Kohaku breathed his first free mouthful of air.

I felt bereft when she let go of my hands to join Kikyo. The minute they touched hands and then touched Sango’s brother it was like watching a volcano that explodes. From no power to an unheard of high spiritual power was amazing. They both began to convulse as raw undiluted power flowed to heal Kohaku physical and mental wounds. After about five minutes of healing they stopped. I could see both Miko’s struggling to remain conscious. The barrier came down revealing the act behind the curtain.

“Kagura, you will tell the vile hanyou that he has lost another one of his minions. Tell him that the Lord of the West sends his appreciation for sending us such a gift. Now leave before you are purified into the next world.” I knew this would torment Naraku to the point of fury. An angry enemy makes stupid mistakes. I saw Kagome sway on the knees. Quick as we could Yasha and I ran to catch our Miko’s. I cradled her to my chest. Contentment was the emotion I received from her. I placed her on the mat to sleep. By nightfall they had both awoken.

There were some lasting effects to the power surge. A pink streak of hair that began in the middle of their foreheads and went all the way back in addition a small pink tear drop indicating that we were a powerful Miko! Besides it made my little Miko look adorable. For those of you not up on your history of the Miko that kind of sign has not been seen Midoriko herself! Kikyo says the legend states when they master more of their powers, even the elements themselves that other markings will appear on various parts of their bodies. This Sesshoumaru was looking forward to that particular discovery. I informed them that there is a whole section in the Western library dedicated to Miko training and spells. Why Kagome muttered about gift horses and the mouth was beyond me, everyone knew that to check a horse’s health you looked in their mouth.

Five days passed since our battle with Kagura & Kohaku. Jaken arrived from the Western Citadel with a huge pile of kimonos, and an obi for each kimono. This Sesshoumaru could not allow his intended to walk around in anything less than proper attire. Although the argument was heated and spirited once I advise her that she looked like a prostitute to many I won hands down. Jaken also brought along several combs, accessories and other paraphernalia that any highborn lady would require.

One of the more important things he brought was several bottles of the elixir. When I explained the use of it my Koishi didn’t want to take it. I let the heat of my desire seep into my eyes. I had very carnal thoughts in my mind. With that one look I promised everything from her first kiss to then end of her virginity. Whatever thoughts that placed in her head I was a little surprised to find her aroused and not frightened. My Youkai reacted. The minute my nostrils flared my little kitten turned tail and ran out of the hut. I decided not to follow her lest I do something that would endanger our life bonding.

During the past five days the pack was not idle. Kagome trained with Kikyo and Kaede hidden behind sacred barriers. Miroku meditated and worked with his sutras. InuYasha and I sparred. Typical hanyou, he jumps first and then thinks. One of the things we will have to address is his battle plans. In battle you make your opponent react to you not the other way around. Anger and carelessness has lost many a talented fighter a battle. Every night I arrived back at the hut in time to sleep with Kagome in the shelter of my arms. It was a learning experience getting to know Kagome. I continued to be stoic around the others after all I had a reputation to uphold. When we were alone I tried hardest to let Kagome see parts of me that were well hidden. I would bring her small presents, flowers, soaps and other items I thought she might like. Such conversations we would have. We discussed everything and anything. Life, politics, society, morals, religious believes, likes and dislikes were all topics of conversation. I was fierce in my debates; respecting Kagome’s intelligence but I made her prove a point or opinion. Any arguments she won were well-merited.

My latest gift however, I had to hold onto. I presented her with a most gorgeous necklace. It was a bronze circlet that fit my Koishi like a loose choker. It had a pendant hanging from it; the pendant had a sapphire crescent moon as long as my claws. There were also small diamonds worked into some stars. She looked stunned and later confessed that she never thought that anyone would bequest her with a present of such worth. Along with the necklace I commissioned earrings to match the necklace. The earrings were also bronze and captured a cascade of stars that were diamonds. Although females of this era did not pierce their stomach, I was confident my artisans could reproduce the design that she currently wore.

I understood why she did not accept my first gift in the courtship. She had much weighing her down. It is also true that this Sesshoumaru must explain to her all the steps in the mating and bonding ritual. It was my hope that she would discuss this with other females and move on from her indecisiveness. Hopefully once all steps were explained Kagome would expect them and move forward with our courtship.

I was resting between sparring with Yasha. I didn’t tire easily but it seems that by throwing the hanyou into the trees one too many times that even his hard head could be damaged. Who knew? I picked up Kagome scent by the stream. Following it I discovered my little Miko sitting beneath one of the trees by the bank. She was deep in thought and had an aura of sadness surrounding her. Without looking up she greeted me. Interesting it was that she could sense my Youkai even when I suppressed it. I sat down besides her placing my sword by my side.

“Koishi, what troubles you?” She looked at me. What did she stare at so intently? Suddenly she threw herself into my arms, trusting that I would catch her. My heart lifted knowing that she would trust me to protect her from harm against all who wished her dead. She held onto me as if I were the only thing that anchored her to this world. I tightened my arms around her. I growled low and soothingly. It was a growl used for mates and pups. We sat with her held in my arms and in my lap under the tree. I could happily stay like this forever. At times I felt helpless and if you knew this Sesshoumaru it was not a feeling I was familiar with. My Koishi tried to be brave and kept a happy face up, but her eyes told a different story. I was famous for inflicting pain, but soothing it? Well let’s say I’m still learning that particular skill. I had started practicing with Rin. Still rusty though.

Poor tired Kagome she fell asleep only to wake up a couple of hours later embarrassed. She had her face snuggled in my tail. Every so often she would stroke it sigh and pet it some more. My happy tail made other parts of me equally happy that Koishi was in my lap! Astonishing it was that this innocent woman would harden my cock to the point of pain. I ruthless repressed my beast desire to grab her and slam her down having her sheath us, riding us to both our pleasure.

She must have sensed my inner turmoil because she cautiously moved to sit beside me and lean her head on my shoulder. “I guess the enormity of my sacrifice is just hitting me, Maru” she whispered to me. “She will never see me walk down the aisle, she won’t be there when I have babies, or need advice on how to raise children, or a million and one things a daughter needs a mother for. My mother raised us with her father when my dad died. Never complaining, always loving me and Souta no matter what. My heart bleeds for her, she’s lost so much. My father, a huge part of my teen years, and how much longer can her father survive? He is already old by human standards. Can two people who love each other so much survive a distance of time itself? Does the heart ever truly forget? And can you go on with life like nothing ever happened?”

I pondered her would for a moment. And no matter how many different ways I thought about I could not grasp what an aisle was for. Maybe it was a quaint human custom? “Miko what is this aisle that you speak of? You have an adopted kitsune as a son and show yourself to be a loving and proficient mother. I lost my mother over 100 years ago and I have never forgotten it. If you keep those you love in the heart they are never truly gone” I stated this while hugging Kagome.

She laughed at only something she thought was funny. Trust me I was use to this by now. “In a human ceremony the women walks down a long aisle with her father. The father then gives her away to her groom. The aisle represents her last walk as a single woman. It’s all symbolic”. I nodded my head to let her know I grasped the concept. We got up so that we could go back to the village. It was pleasant strolling and holding hands. Before we arrived at the village Kagome turned to me and said: “Maru, tomorrow we go okay? Let Inu know”.

The next morning the atmosphere was one that normally surrounds a funeral. We left the pack behind. Kagome did not want any witness. Abruptly she stopped walking and began trembling in place. Sorrow rose up from her. Fear radiated from her. I could smell the sweat and tears. I could also hear the sound of her erratic heartbeat. If she was not stopped she would pass out.

I stood in back of her pulling her tight to my chest, and spoke in a low comforting voice. “Miko, breathe feel my breath how slow and steady it is. Let my hearts rhythm influence yours. Calm, peacefulness, find your zone Miko. You are the Shikon Miko preordained for greatness. Do not falter in the face of adversity”. I also began to growl comfortingly again. My Youkino flowed around her; caressing her and encompassing her, strangely enough her powers did not react. This showed a trust in me. I was pleased. The panic, sorrow, and fear began to recede from her, and she looked at me and said “Arigato” with a small bow.

“Now to jump into the well I think it will work best if Sesshoumaru-Sama and I are touching. InuYasha can follow afterwards. Let me review the rules. No killing, maiming or injuring anyone on the other side of the well. And please do not leave the shrine ground unless I accompany you. Agreed?” Once we both nodded she grabbed my hand and jumped in. Before my kitten could climb up I jumped with her in my arms. Inu popped out a minute later. She opened the door a crack to peak outside. Why didn’t she just ask me? I could tell her how many there were outside.

When there were no more humans around us we followed her to a house on the shrine grounds. The moment that she saw her mother she burst into tears and ran into her arms. Suffice to say it was a least fifteen minutes before Kagome was able to speak. Inu went to perch in the Tree of Ages he never was comfortable with tears. But I stood there and witnessed the whole thing. I was determined to show her that I was good life bond material. I would share her grief, sorrow, joy and triumphs.

“Mom I have to tell you something, and I’d really like it if you didn’t say anything till I am done. Then Sesshoumaru-Sama and I will answer all your questions. Okay?” Kagome then launched into the story; telling her Mom all that had occurred in the last two weeks.
Mrs. Higurashi went from astonished, angry, saddened, overjoyed and a myriad of other emotions. During this narrative and the elder Higurashi and her brother walked in. The elder Priest knew what the ramifications of Kagome’s tale were. Her sibling seemed to be trying to understand the tale.

When Kagome saw them she ran to up the stairs. Her mother followed her. Out of respect for their privacy I joined InuYasha perched in the Tree of Ages. Yasha looked at me warily. I was amused; after all I had worked very hard to make him leery of me. “When we return you all accompany this Sesshoumaru to the Western lands in order to train, we must work as a team. Each weakness worked on until it is strength. Strength worked on until it surpasses any level previously achieved”.

“Feh, who died and left you in charge. We’ve done alright without your help in the past. Why do we need to train with you? Besides you hate me, why should I go live with you while I train? He retorted hotly.

“This Sesshoumaru does not hate you. Merely dislikes that you are proof that my father moved on when my mother died. Also you did remove my arm in father’s tomb. That act was not intended to foster friendship was it? I have kept my promise to father ensuring your safety. Now this Sesshoumaru will work with you to rid the world of that vile hanyou Naraku”.

So surprised was he that he actually fell out the tree. I believe that this Sesshoumaru actually snorted. I called down to him “Besides it is time for you to start learning some of the responsibilities of Lordship. You may assist this Sesshoumaru in tending to the Western Lands”. His ears twitched and his hands spasm, yup the finishing blow. My work here was done. I reclined in the tree waiting for Kagome to finish up all the while wondering how much time the well would grant. While waiting I uttered a spell and attached it to the Tree of Ages. Both times would be able to tell how the other fared. It would not be exact but would convey feelings of happiness or despair. The connection would serve them well. Night fell and found us in the house eating with Kagome’s family.

We went outside to offer our goodbyes. I informed Mrs. Higurashi of my spell. Her face showed contentment and I could tell that a burden had been lifted. I bowed to her showing respect. Yasha and I went back and forth with some of Kagome’s possessions so that she could say her farewell. She grabbed my hand headed for the well and jumped in. I think she was afraid to look back, instead choosing to look forward.

We arrived in the past. I jumped out and left her by the well. Then Yasha and I went up and down the well until all of the bags were brought up. Kagome sank to her knees keening with grief, inconsolable and depressed and beyond comforting. Poor Inu looked very alarmed, emotional scenes were not his strength. When she looked at me her eyes were dead. Looking at her I felt compassion and sympathy. I scooped her up in my arms and took to the skies. Moving so quickly that we were pure motion and traveling at speeds humans rarely knew.

I knew the perfect place to take her…………………

(I was going to leave it at this…but I’ll be nice and put a little citrus goodness in! :)

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We arrived at the grotto that my father had built for my mother. This place was so unexpected that Kagome stopped crying and looked around. “Maru where are we? And why did you bring me here?” She asked while looking around.

“I have brought you to a special area to discuss several matters. I wanted to converse about the courtship and the mating rituals for one. You see Koishi it is very urgent that we know each other in every conceivable way. I will know every inch of your body, how it reacts to caresses, scratches and other such love play. I will dine on your body with the occasional licks of blood as dessert. Like the bitch that you are I will mount you”. How does she go from arousal to anger?

“Maru why do you insist on calling me that name! It’s not very nice and is derogatory!” Okay obvious miscommunication here. This Sesshoumaru must explain my use of bitch and the high compliment that is paid her. I took her in my arms and held as I explained Youkai customs and what it meant for her to be a bitch. She laughed ruefully and explained the meaning that her era attached to it. “In the end is it not the same thing? Both times use it to identify strong willed females”.

We had a mutual chuckle. “I’m not sure if I am ready for you Maru. Such heat and passion you possess. That cold exterior hides a lot. What if I’m not good at love play? I’m not experienced. You make me feel such feelings at time. Hot inside, with energy strumming, my body seems to know what it wants even if my mind doesn’t” she stated this with her back turned to me.

I pulled her back into my chest. So she thought it easier if she did not face me? That this desire and craving would go away? I would not be ignored. Trailing my fingers down her face and towards her chest, I noticed her breath became erratic. I slid past her breast to her obi. I would seduce her; if I could not have her love right now I would bind her to me with lust. I untied the obi and opened up her kimono. I cut her breast binding being careful not to mar her skin. Her nipples beaded up as the cold air hit them. I growled at the sight her flushed and aroused. I pinched her nipples and smelt her arousal building.

“Such a good responsive bitch would you like to feel some more” she whimpered at the question. I fondled her nipples and the underside of her breast. I could smell her arousal increasing. I traced my hand down her stomach pausing to play with the belly ring. Thinking that I would have to explore it with my tongue and fangs at a later date when I had more time. I retracted my claws and slipped a finger into her moist folds. Gods, I had never seen a grown female denuded. It was so fucking sexy! I let my fingers find her hidden pearl and began to stimulate it. Feeling her body climbing up towards her first orgasm I felt victorious.

I needed to feel her orgasm in my mouth and taste her wetness. I moved around to her front and dropped down on my knees prepared to worship her. Lifting one leg and pulling it over my shoulder, I steadied her with one hand while parting her with the other. I licked her. Kami she was divine, tasting like such a delight. This was ambrosia. I began sucking on her pearl and stuck a finger inside her. I could feel the proof of her innocence and how she gripped me with her insides. My cock was jealous; right now I was so hard that I could feel pain. Her juices wet my face. When she came it was magnificent. Her entire body tightened, trembled and then shuddered. When her breathing slowed down I let her leg off my shoulder. She swayed before kneeling on the floor. What a wicked gleam was in her eye. What could she possibly be thinking of????????????

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