Pink Carnation

A/N: Acacia; Secret Love

Thank you Daniella for beta-reading.

Pink Carnation

Chapter 14: Acacia

A sigh rolled off Kagome's lips as she sat down on Sesshomaru's bed. It was the same one she had woken up in and she had returned to that room in the hopes of finding her clothes. After all, she could hardly return to her apartment dressed in her pajamas.

Unfortunately, she couldn't find her clothes. As she stood in front of mirror she realized that the clothes she was wearing fit her. At least the shorts did. Sesshomaru didn't seem like he had a girlfriend meaning… did they belong to her?

"They are yours."

Kagome almost jumped in shock when she heard Sesshomaru's voice coming from behind her. She immediately turned around only to see him leaning against the doorway. His ponytail was resting upon his shoulder, his amber eyes were glowing, and there was a small smile on his face; he almost looked mesmerizing.

It was hard for Sesshomaru to glance away from her; she was breathtaking in that familiar outfit. How many times has she stood in that room in almost the same clothes? Too many times, yet it had been too long since the last time.

"What is mine?" she inquired with a touch of confusion.

He lifted his arm to point at the piece of clothing. "Those way too pink shorts."

She couldn't help but chuckle slightly. "That does sound like me."

As he confirmed that the shorts were hers, she couldn't help but fill her mind with even more questions. "Why were they here? Did I come here often?"

Sesshomaru could still recall her saying she would be a new Kagome and detach herself from the one she couldn't remember. Obviously she would still have questions like this, and he knew she probably didn't even realized she was asking questions about the past she didn't wish to remember anymore.

The question was; should he tell her just how close they used to be?

"You slept over a few times. This was your room."

Her room? They were close enough that she had a room in his house? Kagome couldn't help but feel a slight pinch in her heart, which she quickly dismissed. It didn't matter; she had decided that the past was behind her, and since she couldn't remember it she would ignore it.

They used to be close, but they weren't anymore. Now they were building a new relationship together. However, it did let her know that if they were that close before she could trust him.

An awkward silence installed itself between them and Sesshomaru knew it was because he had put her in a difficult situation. He told her about what they used to have, but no longer did. He decided to move away from the doorway, pulling something from behind his back; her clothes.

"I thought you might need those," he said before handing them over to her.

She gladly took them from him, smiling. "Thank you."

Kagome held them against her chest, before standing on her tippy toes. She could see the longing look in Sesshomaru's eyes, and it almost broke her heart. It was easy for her to let go because she couldn't remember, but he did. Could it be that she really meant that much to him?

"I guess I should get dressed. I have to head back to my apartment."

Sesshomaru nodded slowly. "I'll be in the kitchen when you're ready to go."

He didn't wish for her to leave, not so soon, but he couldn't hold her back. His heart felt heavy as he turned around and headed back for the kitchen. At least he had been able to hold on to the image of her in her room for a little longer. He knew that once she'd be back in her apartment he had to erase his past with her.

They had to start fresh and it wouldn't be fair to her if he held on to his memories.

Kagome waited until the door closed to sit on the bed, her clothes still in her hands. Today was the day she was becoming a new person, and it meant she had to leave all the bad feelings behind. However, it was easier said than done. She closed her eyes before taking a deep breath.

Time to face Inuyasha soon. Of course she didn't expect him to be waiting for her at the apartment but she had a feeling he would return soon after she went back to her place.

Deciding she had done enough dwelling, and that Sesshomaru was waiting for her, she quickly slipped in her old clothes. After giving herself one quick glance in the mirror, she headed down the hall. Her memory not being great, she required a few minutes to remind herself of the way to the kitchen. Good thing Sesshomaru hadn't picked another room.

Once she entered the kitchen she found Sesshomaru standing in front of the counter, staring at the wall. Intrigued a bit she moved herself forward a bit trying to find out what had him in such a trance only to find out he was glancing up at emptiness.

"Sesshomaru?"

The sweet sound of her voice brought him out of his thoughts and he offered her a quick glance. "Ready?" he asked as he extended his arms and grabbed his keys.

Kagome nodded before nervously shifting her weight from one foot to another. "Oh, and I left the clothes on the bed, I hope that's okay."

"Saki will take care of them."

She could only assume he was referring to the nice maid who had directed her when she had been lost earlier.

"Follow me," said Sesshomaru before walking past her, and heading for the front door.

Usually Kagome was almost the first one out the door, convincing him to go places he never wanted to go, yet each time he would end up enjoying himself because she was there. Hopefully, they would get those moments back.

Kagome shyly followed behind although the routine felt somewhat familiar. Although it made no sense, maybe she only wanted it to feel familiar; there was no way she remembered little bits. She just wanted to remember.

With a heavy heart, she headed outside with him, ready to try and put her life back together.

-P-

Inuyasha.

It was time to deal with him without getting too involved. Sesshomaru knew that Kagome could handle herself and that it was none of his business technically, but he would still give his half-brother a small warning. He had put her through enough pain and he hoped Inuyasha would back off before causing her more suffering.

Sesshomaru's grip on the wheel of his car was tight as he parked in his reserved spot. He tried to look calm and collected as he came out of his vehicle, ready to head out for his brother's office. He probably looked a bit angrier than usual as he made his way through the parking lot.

And then something unexpected happened; Inuyasha was walking toward him.

All that Sesshomaru could do was stop in his footsteps as he watched his little brother come forward. Inuyasha had yet to notice him as he seemed in a rush to get somewhere. His usual messy hair was more tangled than usual, almost as if he hadn't slept as he walked toward his car, trying to hold a suitcase, a phone, keys and his wallet at the same time.

He had to stop him. "Going somewhere?"

Inuyasha stopped dead in his tracks and turned around to see his older brother come his way. Now was not the time. He had received a phone call from Kagome telling him to come over and he had no intention of making her wait. He was already lucky enough that she was still talking to him, and he intended on making it better.

"I don't got time for ya right now."

There was only one reason for his snappiness; Kagome. That meant Sesshomaru had to warn him now or he wouldn't get another chance. He hurried his footsteps and came just in time to grab Inuyasha's wrist as he was about to open the door of his car.

"Not so fast little brother."

Inuyasha sent a deadly glare his way. "I told you I don't got time for you."

"I think Kagome can wait a minute."

It was impossible for Inuyasha to hide the surprise on his face. How did he know? "What happens between me and Kagome is none of your concern. Maybe it used to be, but it's not anymore."

Sesshomaru raised an eyebrow. "Really? Then why did she spend the night at my house? I just drove her home an hour ago."

Inuyasha's blood boiled in his veins as he yanked his arm free from his brother's hold. Kagome was his, she was always his. No other man could have her, especially not Sesshomaru. "Nobody gets to touch her."

Obviously that was the first thought that went through his brother's mind. Well, Sesshomaru wasn't about to correct him. "I think that's a decision Kagome can make on her own."

Inuyasha was almost ready to snarl at his brother, but he turned his head back. "Kagome wouldn't lose herself, and her time on you."

At least that was what he would try to convince himself of. "I have to go, she's waiting for me."

Sesshomaru did back away, not wanting to enrage him too much before he saw Kagome, but he did have one last word of warning for Inuyasha. "You won't get a chance to hurt her again; I'll make sure of that."

Inuyasha smirked brightly. "I'll leave Kagome to decide that herself. Maybe she wants me back."

Sesshomaru knew she wouldn't, yet the confidence in which Inuyasha spoke almost shook his trust in her judgment. Then again it was exactly what Inuyasha wanted, so he wouldn't let it get to him. Kagome would tell him it was over, and kick him out of her life forever.

He watched as his little brother got into his car, and he moved out of the way so he could leave. Sesshomaru reached out for his phone and made sure the volume was on in case Kagome would try to contact him. Inuyasha was known to act like a fool, and maybe in a moment of rage he would act stupid.

Meanwhile Inuyasha couldn't help but look back at Sesshomaru standing there like an idiot looking at him. What. did he really think he could stop him from seeing Kagome? She had called him! Of course he would go to her! Maybe spending the night at Sesshomaru's had made her realize how much she loved him. At least that was what he was hoping for.

Nonetheless he would make sure that she would forgive him and take him back. If there was one person he wouldn't lose to it was Sesshomaru. His brother had obviously given him a warning; he intended on courting Kagome. He had tried to get Inuyasha to back off his territory. Too bad she belonged to Inuyasha first.

Never had the drive to Kagome's seemed so long before. He tapped his fingers on the wheel, waiting for the light to change. He was afraid that the longer he made her wait, the more he might lose her.

He cursed when he realized he would have no time to buy anything fancy. Inuyasha had thought up a fancy romantic plan involving flowers, jewelry and sweets; unfortunately he couldn't do that anymore.

As soon as the light changed he floored it, hoping to be there in the next minute. He sped through not caring if he would get a ticket or not, until he reached her apartment. He hurried to park, almost backing into someone else's car, and rushed to the entrance.

Once he entered the building, he made a run for the elevator almost missing it, and pressed the button, tapping his foot as he waited for the door to close. Never in his whole life had he been so nervous. On the way up his brain was trying to come up with smart things he could tell Kagome, but nothing seemed right.

Perhaps the best thing was to remain silent and allow her to speak. Inuyasha was used to Kagome's fits and when she wasn't able to express her mind properly, it only angered her further. Yes, his safest bet was to let her yell at him as much as she needed, and surely afterwards she would already feel a little better.

At least he hoped so.

Inuyasha could feel his heart pounding as he closed the distance between the elevator and her apartment, sweat drops dripping down his back. He slowly raised his hand and sealed his fate by knocking on her door. As soon as he heard her footsteps indicating she was making her way to the door, he held his breath.

Too quickly she opened it, revealing herself to him. Her long ebony locks were tied up in a messy bun, her eyes were bloodshot, and she was giving him the deadliest glare. Without saying a word she moved out of the way, leaving the door open which allowed him to slip inside.

Nervously, he closed the door behind him and pressed his back against it. Should he even go any further? Inuyasha observed her carefully as she turned around leaning against the counter. Although she was furious he was able to tell she was also a bit terrified. He considered it a good thing; it meant she didn't want to let go of their relationship.

Kagome's fingers gripped the counter in anger; his silence was bothering her. Did he not care that he betrayed her, that he broke her heart, and that he was going behind her back? She had spent her life with him, she wouldhave spent the rest of her life with him… she would have done anything. Why did he do this?

"Was it worth it?" she inquired, a hint of bitterness in her voice.

Inuyasha was a bit shocked; he hadn't expected her to speak already, he thought he would be the one to start the conversation. The sound of her voice brought down upon him a heavy load of guilt, and he didn't like it; it made him feel trapped.

"No."

It was fun for a while, he wouldn't deny it. He enjoyed being with Kikyo, and the physical attention she gave him. However, she was not Kagome. She looked like her, sometimes she even acted like her, but they were different. Kikyo was the girl he enjoyed running to, which made life fun, but Kagome was home, he had to keep her.

He was selfish, he wanted them both because they brought him something new, and made his life better, but it wasn't fair. Kikyo had already thrown him aside and all he had left was Kagome, meaning he would hold on to her. If he had done something like that to Kikyo, she wouldn't have forgiven him, but Kagome would.

She always did.

"It was a mistake, Kag."

At the sound of the nickname, she tensed. She knew that the day he had gone with Kikyo he had lost the privilege to be familiar with her. Then again doing all that hadn't prevented him from coming back in her life as if nothing had happened. He had even proposed!

"Don't you have any shame, or respect for me?"

He had played her like she was nobody. Did he think he could have two girlfriends and it wouldn't hurt anyone? It made her realize just how much selfishness was inside of him. Kagome would have sacrificed everything for him, and all he thought about was himself.

Even though he hurt her, they had shared many years together, both as friends and as a couple. It brought a state of chaos within her to think she would lose him, hence why she had to remind herself just how poisonous he was for her. She couldn't be with someone like that, no matter what.

"Why did you do it?" she asked when he kept silent.

All Inuyasha could do was shrug his shoulders. "I just, I wasn't thinking at the time ya know. It just happened."

"So you weren't thinking about being with another woman, about betraying me… you just did it."

Immediately Inuyasha launched himself forward closing some of the distance between them. "No, it wasn't like that! I didn't mean to, it just happened!"

Kagome scoffed and turned her head to the side holding back tears. He was yelling but she could tell he didn't care. He didn't regret what he did. As a matter of fact, she was sure he enjoyed it. He had a good time with another woman, and he was fine with it. The only reason he was apologizing was because he lost the other woman.

"Why did she leave you?"

Inuyasha's stance immediately became defensive. "Who said she left me?"

"Because she came to see me and she didn't look like she had a broken heart, so she obviously dumped you."

Kagome was right that Kikyo was the one to dump him, but he didn't intend on letting her believe that. Not only would it be a nuisance to him trying to get Kagome back, but it was also hurting his ego. Who wanted to be the one dumped? He should have broken up with her.

"It was mutual. I wasn't able to fully be with her and she didn't want a half-assed relationship."

Actually he didn't want to marry her and be stuck in a relationship for the rest of his life, and apparently she didn't appreciate that. If she had given him time maybe he would have proposed eventually. After all, he had done it with Kagome, and though it was a bit suffocating, it hadn't been as bad as he had expected.

Kagome raised an eyebrow, not believing his words, but dropped it. It didn't matter if she left him or he left her. The point was he had betrayed Kagome and her trust in him and she didn't know if that could be forgiven. How could she be with him when she would spend her time wondering if he was with someone else, if he was giving his life to another woman?

It wouldn't be a sane and healthy relationship, and she refused to put herself through that.

"I can't do this Inuyasha."

She saw his mouth open as he was ready to argue, but she stopped him. "I don't know what you thought would happen when you came back into my life. What would you have done if I had recovered my memory… after we were married?"

"Then you would have seen me, the good me. It would have worked."

If they had been married, she would have forgiven him even if she found out the truth! He would have spent his life making it up to her, and she would have seen that he was a good man. Sure he had made one mistake, but so did everyone. Why couldn't she see past it and remember everything else that they went through together?

The tears were burning her eyes as she was seeing a new side to Inuyasha. "It would have worked for you. Never in all of this did you consider me."

"I did! You had no memory! I was there to help you!"

"NO YOU WEREN'T!" Kagome didn't scream very often, but Inuyasha seemed to have this way of pushing her to her limits. "You thought you had gotten a free cheating card. You thought you could come back clean. Nothing stays hidden forever Inuyasha."

"But I was trying Kag; I tried to make it better. I proposed to you."

His heart was clenched and he felt like she was slipping through his fingers; he was going to lose her and he felt powerless to stop it. When had Kagome grown to not need him? In the past she would need him to make her smile, to make her happy… and now she stood on her own.

Why had she moved on and he hadn't?

Even when he had been with Kikyo she had been haunting his dreams and his mind would be plagued with the vision of her face constantly. On the other hand she had gotten herself a new life, one without him… one filled with his brother.

"Is it because of Sesshomaru? Is that why you don't want to be together anymore?"

Sesshomaru. He had been great to her since her accident and from what she knew; he had been great to her prior to it as well. She didn't know him, but it felt like she could trust him, at least more than Inuyasha.

Kagome finally moved away from the counter and closer to Inuyasha. "No it's not because of Sesshomaru, it's because of you Inuyasha. You betrayed me, you broke my heart."

Her eyes were soft even though they were filled with tears, and the truthfulness in which she spoke was enough to shatter his heart. He knew what he did but she, out of all people, should be able to overlook it. He loved her, wasn't that enough for her? Isn't that what she always wanted?

"I love you."

The words didn't sound as sweet as they used to, nor as truthful. He had lied to her to badly that they had hit a point of no return.

"Maybe you did back then, but you don't anymore Inuyasha."

"Don't tell me WHAT I FEEL!"

Inuyasha regretted yelling immediately but he hadn't been able to stop himself. It enraged him that she refused to believe him. He did love her; he had never stopped even when he had gone with Kikyo. Maybe if Kagome hadn't found out, the relationship would have died down and he would have returned to Kagome.

She had spied around! She had hurt herself!

"Maybe if you had trusted me, and not spied, we wouldn't be having this fight!"

"OH SO IT'S MY FAULT you were CHEATING?"

This time the tears began to spill down her cheeks, staining them. He really didn't care about anything but his own self and his own pleasure. It was her fault she found out what he did behind her back… well perhaps if he hadn't been doing anything wrong in the first place, she wouldn't have been hurt.

"The only thing I'm sorry for is the time wasted on you," she said, her voice breaking the entire time. "Get out Inuyasha. Get out of my apartment, get out of my life."

"You don't mean that," Inuyasha replied, his tone serious.

She nodded, the tears touching her lips, and leaving a salty taste in her mouth. "I don't need you anymore. I don't want you in my life anymore. Get out, before I call the building security."

His heart clenched but he nodded. A storm was building up inside of him, and he wanted nothing more than to destroy everything around him. His jaw was tightly clenched as he tried to keep some self-control. Kagome was his and he refused to let anyone else have her.

"I'll go now, but I'm not going to be out of your life Kag. We belong together, and I'll make you see that."

Even if it killed him, he'd make her his again. If he put enough effort and showed her the true him, she wouldn't deny him forever. They were meant to be with each other; nobody loved him and understood him like she did.

"My brother won't have you," were his last words prior to him slamming the door of her apartment shut.

As soon as Inuyasha disappeared from her view, the only thing Kagome could do was slide onto the floor with her back against the wall as tears came pouring out. She was breathing loudly while her heart dropped. She had done her best to appear strong in front of him, but it had been difficult. A few tears had slipped by but for the most part, her mask had remained intact.

She had done it. She had officially cut Inuyasha out of her life again.

-P-

He shouldn't be there; she hadn't called him.

Problem was, Sesshomaru hadn't heard from Kagome all day, and though since her accident she hadn't called him, or relied on him, he found himself worried. He had strongly believed that since the events of the previous night, she would reach out for him; perhaps he had been wrong.

In a moment of insanity he had stopped at the closest grocery store, grabbed all her favorite comfort foods, and had driven to her apartment. Now, he felt like a fool standing in front of her door, unable to knock. What if she didn't wish to see anyone at the moment? What if he would impose?

She was still a bit fragile and he couldn't just push himself back into her life.

But he did know Kagome and after emotional moments, she needed her comfort food.

Deciding he had to perhaps be just a bit forward he knocked on the door. At first, there was no noise, making him believe she was gone, or asleep, but then the familiar sound of her slippers dragging across the wooden floor could be heard. Sesshomaru couldn't help the small smile that appeared across his lips as he lifted his arms slightly, waiting for her to open.

"Who is it?"

"Sesshomaru."

He expected a delay between him announcing himself, and her opening the door, but he was wrong. The door immediately flung open, and he found her standing in front of him in a pink robe and her head tilted on the side, staring at the bangs in his arms..

"I thought you might be hungry."

Kagome could already distinguish a few things, and she couldn't help the anticipation that built up inside of her. She knew a huge sugar rush was coming. For an instant she forgot how she expected Sesshomaru to be Inuyasha, or how he knew what she liked.

Even Sango didn't know everything, but Sesshomaru seemed to. Just how close had they been?

Lost in her own thoughts, she failed to notice how he was standing in front of her, probably waiting to come in. Just a few hours ago, his brother had done the same thing, however she knew this would be a differentmeeting. But would she let Sesshomaru in?

Just him and her?

Yes, she would.

Slowly she moved out of the way. "Come on in," she gestured with a tiny smile tugging on her lips.

Sesshomaru immediately noticed the mess surrounding her. Kagome wasn't always the maniac cleaner, but she usually kept a certain standard. Obviously her mood was upside down. A part of him was itching to say something, but instead he dropped the bags on the counter.

"You can resume your sappy movie, I'll prepare you something."

As soon as he finished his sentence, he turned his head to look at her. The words had slipped him out of habit. He was used to this routine and had forgotten that Kagome couldn't remember it.

"My apologies," he said before backing away from the counter and allowing Kagome to do it herself.

It was true she didn't need to be taken care of, but to have someone else there… sharing that habit of hers… it was new. "You can make your own," she said, a bit taunting, before getting out two bowls.

Sesshomaru didn't usually participate in the stuffing part of her little routine, but perhaps today could be an exception. He continued emptying the bags as Kagome got the right utensils out. Glancing at everything, he could see a stomachache coming his way.

"Don't chicken out now," said Kagome teasingly.

"You wish," he replied as he opened the triple fudge ice cream.

"I don't know how you eat that. It will kill you one day."

Kagome rolled her eyes as she took the first bite. "You're just jealous because you're not special enough to handle this amazingness."

"It's one way to put it."

"What did you say?"

Sesshomaru frowned slightly. "You wish?"

Confused, Kagome nodded before slightly shaking her head. "Sorry, I just blanked out."

She couldn't help but still hear the words echoing in her mind. Kagome was unsure where it had come from but she knew it had been Sesshomaru's voice. Had she really just spaced out?

She seemed a little out of it as she sprinkled the candies on top of her ice cream, and Sesshomaru noticed it. It was obvious she was a bit paler than when he had first arrived, but he couldn't tell what had happened. He could only guess it was a headache, which would be normal considering her accident.

If she didn't want to share more, he'd respect that.

Minutes ticked away as they finished building their monsters, Sesshomaru was getting more disgusted with every passing seconds. How in the world was he going to eat that? Watching her do it was one thing, but doing it himself was entirely different.

"Done!" exclaimed Kagome as she shoved a spoon into it.

A bright smile was upon her lips for the first time in a while. She felt comfortable in Sesshomaru's presence, and it was nice. The feeling of safety she hadn't experienced since her accident was there and it brought her comfort. After her little meeting with Inuyasha she had given up on herself a bit, thinking she wouldn't be able to do this.

Now that she had Sesshomaru right beside her, she believed in herself.

She didn't want to rely on Sesshomaru, and need him to survive, but it was nice to know she could act around him as if they didn't have a past she couldn't remember. Kagome was aware it might be a bit difficult for him, but he wasn't showing it. It made her want to trust him fully, but she couldn't.

It wasn't his fault, but Inuyasha had not only hurt her, but the two of them were related. She was well aware that it didn't make them the same person, but it hurt a bit anyways. Kagome couldn't help but wonder how the resemblance didn't bother her in the past.

Then again, there was so much about Sesshomaru that she didn't know. He had already showed her there was more to him than meets the eyes.

"Want to watch a movie?" she proposed as they both held their bowls.

They had made treats; there was no way she could let him leave now. Plus, he had brought her food and she was grateful for it. If she had been alone, she would have dwelled in unhappiness.

It wasn't common for her to have men over this late, not even Inuyasha, but Sesshomaru wouldn't try anything, she knew that much.

Sesshomaru already knew it would most likely be a sappy romance movie, but he couldn't say no. First of all she had made him suffer through that hell already many times, and second he enjoyed her presence. It was nice to see her smile again while being in his vicinity.

She had yet to talk about Inuyasha and he wouldn't bring it up until she did. However, he would remain and make sure her good mood stayed. It wasn't much, but it was all he could do for the moment.

Sure, he could give up and move on like he had told himself he would, but it was impossible. Something about that girl had him hooked from the start. He wished to protect her, and give her happiness. She was his from the start, and he couldn't let go; he was like a dog with a bone.

His eyes were locked on her as she plopped down on the couch, grabbing the remote while her treat was secured in her left hand. Her hair was coming loose out of her messy bun, cascading down her shoulders, and her eyes were shining with hope. He remembered a night much like that one, and he smiled.

"I don't know how you eat that. It will kill you one day."

Kagome rolled her eyes as she took the first bite. "You're just jealous because you're not special enough to handle this amazingness."

"It's one way to put it."

She stuck her tongue out in a childish manner before sliding off the counter. She grabbed her bowl and ran into his living room, causing him to cringe at the thought of the mess she would probably make on his white carpet. Rarely could she walk without tripping over nothing.

Sesshomaru sighed a bit before deciding it was safer to follow her. After all, even if she showed a strong exterior, it had only been three months and he could tell that deep inside she was still fragile. But Kagome didn't show that side of her to other people. She wanted to be strong not for herself, but for others.

He wished she would trust him with more and allow him to bear more weight, but she wouldn't. He knew she felt bad for the way he carried her during the first month, but he didn't mind at all. As a matter of fact, in his opinion she helped him more than he helped her.

She rescued him from his life; she allowed him to see past the walls that he had brought up around himself.

Sesshomaru still wasn't sure why he had helped her or why such a strong protective feeling had risen inside of him, but he hadn't been able to stop himself. He didn't regret it. He changed for her, and it was for the best.

"You're pretty slow for a dog."

On top of everything she was also one of the only who knew his true nature. Humans couldn't be trusted and it was hard to find one who accepted youkais and didn't mind them. Kagome knew about Inuyasha for years, and in spite of his betrayal, she still hadn't said a word.

He was himself with her, except for his markings constantly behind hidden and he quite enjoyed it. All day he was surrounded by humans who believed they were the only type of living beings in the world. They also believe nothing was superior to them; if only they knew.

"Dogs bite."

"Yeah but big dogs only bark, they never bite."

"Big dogs? I'll take it as a compliment."

She playfully tapped the spot beside her, and smiled. "Come here doggie."

If anyone else had said that he would despise it and consider it a lack of respect, but not with her. She was teasing, and he was okay with it. Instead of sitting beside her on the couch he turned around and sat on the other couch leaving her to sit by herself.

"Baby," she said as she took the first bite.

He doubted Kagome would be as playful tonight, but it was enough. This time however, he would sit beside her. He couldn't help but wonder if she was even thinking about the fact that, unlike Inuyasha, he was a full youkai. He doubted it even bothered her though since it didn't in the past.

Sesshomaru leaned into the couch before grabbing his spoon. He felt Kagome's eyes on him as he brought it to his mouth and took his first bite. It was so…sweet. He had expected it to taste horrible, but it was simply overly sweet. He quickly took the spoon out of his mouth and put it back in the bowl.

"How do you eat this? It's terribly sweet!"

"You're just jealous you can't handle its greatness."

He couldn't help but pinch his lips together. Perhaps some things never changed no matter if they were lost or not.

Kagome couldn't chase the feeling of déjàvu she was getting. This had happened before hadn't it? Or was it her memory playing tricks on her? All she could tell was that her mind was acting up when Sesshomaru was around.

It only made Sesshomaru even more a mystery.

-P-