My Unwilling Mate

“My Unwilling Mate”
by Hentai Jane

CHAPTER 18

Vibrant rays of orange sunlight streamed through the thin sheers covering Kagome’s bedroom window. This invasion of morning roused Kouga from his slumber. He released the soft form next to him long enough to yawn and stretch before once again pulling his mate into his strong grasp.

His deep blue eyes observed her face, relaxed with sleep and obviously content as she unknowingly nuzzled her cheek against his broad chest. Curiously, the wolf prince pulled away from her sleeping body to gage her reaction to his absence. Kagome’s face scrunched up, appearing displeased as she edged toward him seeking his familiar warmth.

Kouga grinned when she found him and tranquility relaxed her delicate features. He watched as one small hand reached out, splaying across the tanned skin of his chest. He briefly entertained the thought of waking her with a kiss, that is until her hand innocently brushed across one of his male nipples, making them pebble under her finger tips.

The touch of her hand unlocked a firestorm of desire in Kouga’s body. How could it be that the mere brush of her hand could make him melt, reducing the mighty leader of the wolf demons to a withering heap of male need?

His breath caught in his lungs as she cuddled closer to him, unconsciously stroking her body against his growing length. Kouga reached between them in an attempt to shift his manhood so her body couldn’t come in contact with his aching appendage again.

Then, something occurred to him. Why should he suppress his own bodies reaction to the woman he loved? She was his mate. The only woman he would ever swear total devotion and loyalty to, so why couldn’t he wake up aroused and ready for sex?

Actually ‘sex’ was not what he and his mate shared. They enjoyed the closeness and intimacy that only two people whre ire in love could experience. A quick fuck, like he had many times in the past was purely for a moments pleasure, nothing more could ever come of it. Kouga reflected on his late night trysts with the single, and more than willing, females of his tribe, surrounding territories, as well as others who snuck to his mountain home for this reason alone.

He didn’t share his kisses or gentle touches with them, he didn’t embrace them or give words of comfort and devotion. When they entered his den, smelling of female lust, he never failed to disappoint them; each were promptly put on all fours and fucked until they couldn’t walk straight for the next two days.

Memories have a funny way of making you happy and sad at the same time.

In the past, he loved his brief rendevous with these females. The very idea of taking what he wanted, providing for his needs and their’s was thrilling, it made his cock twitch with anticipation, yet he did wish he had been more considerate of their fragile female emotions.

He was sure no pups ever came from those flings, but had he hurt any of them emotionally?

After meeting Kagome, he stopped all carnal relations and declared the human miko as his future mate, greatly disappointing many a female ookami youkai and many other women who heard of his ‘talents’ and wished to sample the goods.

Kouga sighed as he propped himself up on one elbow to look over his beautiful woman, ‘That was all part of my past. She’s my future. I love her.’

His eyes raked over Kagome’s exposed shoulder. It looked creamy, smooth, inviting, needing to be tasted, touched, but only by him. His lips drew back into a hideous snarl at the mere thought of any other male ever laying so much as a finger on his woman. They would die slowly.

The wolf prince leaned down, his tongue lapping at her soft white skin, tracing a path from her shoulder to elbow and back as he slowly eased her from sleep.

She stirred, if only for a second before mumbling something and dozing off again. Kouga grinned, remaining quite, ‘She’s harder to wake than a hibernating bear!’ His shoulders shook for a second with male amusement as he eyes skimmed past her collar bone, coming to rest on her unbound breasts.

Rosy nipples, barely hidden beneath the thin pink fabric of her night clothes stood at attention, pressing against the low necked garment. Even in her sleep, Kagome’s body responded to his touch.

With a great amount of care, Kouga worked the flimsy material down low enough to expose the peak and just a sliver of pale skin lining her womanly chest. His mouth watered in anticipation of tasting his woman, of waking her up in such an unforgettable way.

Gently, his mouth closed over her hardened peak, fangs scrapped her delicate flesh as his tongue lapped at her nipple. Kouga’s hand cupped her breasts, bringing them higher so her nipples were closer together. His hungry mouth switched from one to the other, licking, nipping, suckling. His breath came in short pants as his arousal grew, painfully stretching at the restraining material of the borrowed pants.

His body shifted so he could sit on top of her, fully taking control of their impending love making.

A soft sigh escaped Kagome’s lips as she shifted her hips to a more comfortable position, hoping to alleviate some of the pressure on her body.

When something very warm and wet touched her skin she was startled awake, jerking involuntarily.

“Kouga..... what....” He glanced up at her grinning like the devil himself before wrapping his mouth around her exposed globes. She watched as his mouth stretched as wide as possible, devouring the supple flesh. Her hands cradled the back of his head, drawing him closer, wanting more of his affections, more of his body.

With a loud slurp Kouga released his treat and nudged her legs apart. “Good morning mate.” he greeted the wide eyed beauty with a sultry, toe curling, mind numbing kiss.

He positioned himself between her legs, eager to be inside of her warm sheath.

Kagome smiled at him bashfully, “What will we say if my mom walks in?”

Kouga stopped, knowing she needed his reassurance. He cupped her face in his rough hands, his thumbs passing softly over her cheeks, “I will tell your mother that I love her daughter and claimed her as my mate. What we share in bed is true love, making our bodies join as one for an undetermined amount of time, but when we finish, those same feelings stay in our hearts forever. Our love making is nothing to be ashamed of Kagome.” Kouga kissed her lips, ever so tenderly, avoiding taking it any deeper that two sets of lips moving in a loving caress. There was no pressure of hurried passions or tongues tangling together.

Kagome wanted nothing more at that moment than to melt in his embrace, to lock her door and window and simply stay in his arms forever.

Kouga broke off their kiss, sitting back on his knees. She looked amazing in his eyes, laying there, her hair fanned out over the pillows, breasts exposed and legs spread wide with invitation. The baggy pink material of her nightgown bunched around her waist gave her an unbelievable look of innocence.

He took hold of his cock, pressing the silky head against her moist entrance. He pushed in far enough that he felt her internal muscles trap his hardened appendage. His large hands grasped her smaller ones, lacing their fingers together as his hips bucked forward, pushing his cock deeper. Kagome dug her head further into the pillows with a pleasure filled moan.

Kouga was incredibly thick but the feeling of his large prick stretching her tight body was heavenly, not painful like she had feared. Kagome wanted to laugh at herself for ever fearing penetration and for all her insecurities. This youkai made her feel like the most beautiful woman alive, no to mention, needed in so many ways.

He thrust in, deeper, harder, faster, setting a demanding pace for both of them as he braced his body over top of hers.

She loved the way he panted against her ear, puffing warm air over her sensitive skin as his body moved inside of her tight passage.


Her bed, covered in pretty pink sheets, squeaked and groaned under the added wight and forced movements of it occupants..

Kouga didn’t seem to notice, or maybe he just didn’t care, but Kagome was well aware of the sound and soon her family would be too.

“Kouga....” she whispered in his finely pointed ear, “...the bed......we....we have to stop.” She could tell by the grunt he released that the idea of stopping was not an option. “Please Kouga...” Kagome pleaded.

He sat up and hoisted her with him, their bodies still firmly attached. Her legs instinctively wrapped around his waist as he laid her in the middle of her carpeted bedroom floor. “Is that better?” he asked.

Kagome nodded, her eyes glazing over with pleasure as Kouga started pounding her wet core with intense need.

His mate almost screamed when he put her knees together, drawing her long slender legs further up while his thrusts grew more rapid in movement.

Kagome dug her fingernails into the plush rug as her wolf delved deeper into her womanhood. He kissed her calves as he swollen cock surged forth, gaining both size and width as he neared what was sure to be a most powerful orgasm.

He whispered to her, his words full of passion, lust, love, incredible need of her mind, body, her very soul.

The amount of pleasure was intense and Kagome could feel the beginnings of her pre-orgasmic ripples.

Kouga’s thrusts became shorter, frenzied strokes as his hips moved with an rapid pace. Calloused fingers stroked the backs of her legs, parting them to spread her body wider, open her up for deeper access. Kagome gripped his muscular buttocks. She loved how his rippling muscles felt under her fingertips as his body pounded inside of her own.

Those ripples were quicky turning to waves and rapidly changing into a typhoon.

She clenched her teeth together to hold back her cry of release. Every muscle tightened, then throbbed as her climax came.

Kouga felt her response, and needing no further encouragement, let his cock gush, spilling his hot seed deep within the woman he loved so very much.

They lay together, intimately joined as Kouga’s erection pulsated in Kagome’s tight passage. She smiled up at him, her fingers dancing along the finely contoured muscles of his back, waiting for his orgasm to release them from their bond.

A slightly goofy grin adorned the wolf prince’s rugged face as he placed kisses on his woman’s cheeks, nose, eyes and, after much teasing, finally claimed her lips in a searing kiss.

To Kagome, is was amazing how Kouga could express his every emotion through something as simple as a kiss, when she on the other hand still felt clumsy and naive. ‘Practice makes perfect.’ she thought as she wrapped her arms around his strong neck.

“I love you.” he whispered as he slowly pulled his nearly flaccid length from her body.

“I love you too Kouga.”

They shared a few more kisses before the wolf pulled away. A tiny spark was starting in his lower region, and if given the chance, would turn into a burning inferno that would lead them to another glorious round of love making.

Sounds of someone moving around in the kitchen area momentarily drew his attention away from his mate, “I think your mother is up. The foot falls are too slow and heavy to be Souta. Plus, I smell................well, I don’t really know what it is, but it smells good.”

Kagome rubbed the side of his face, her small fingers tracing his masculine features, “Why don’t you go see what she’s cooking? My mom always starts breakfast when she first gets up.” she gave him a quick peck on the cheek and moved to stand. “I’m going to take a fast shower. I’ll meet you in the kitchen.” Kouga slipped the pants back on, but only for Kagome’s sake, not his own.

A strong hand caught her wrist, “Can I join you love?” he asked looking to eager for his own good.

“Hmmm......let’s see....” Kagome tapped her chin, deep in thought, “What’s that old saying about letting a fox guard the hen house? I don’t think us bathing together would be a good idea Kouga. Don’t worry, there will be plenty of hot water for you later.”

“Hot water is not a concern of mine mate.” he pinned her with a cool glare, “And what’s this ‘fox and hen house’ crap, huh? Are you trying to say that you don’t trust me?”

“Exactly.” Kagome replied smartly, giving him a look of her own.

“I’m not going to ravish you in the shower Kagome!” Kouga snipped before his voice dropped lower, “At least, not this time anyway.” Kagome shot him a warning glare. “Really love, I’m serious! All I want to do is help my mate bathe and see to your every need.” He gave her one of those smiles that belonged in a toothpaste commercial before a thick arm looped around her waist, dragging her in the direction of the bathroom.

“This is going to be the fastest shower of our lives Kouga, so no funny business, got it!?” Kagome kept her voice quiet, but put plenty of emphasis on her warning. She pocked her head out of bedroom door, standing quietly, listening to her mother humming and the slight rattle of plates and silverware.

The scent of bacon and eggs spread to the second floor, making Kouga’s nose twitch, “That smells really good. Let’s hurry so we can eat soon.” Kouga nudged her out the door and across the hall. Once inside he carefully closed the bathroom door, the lock not even daring to making the slightest click when turned.

“Well......” Kagome said as she stood watching him with her arms folded.

“Well what?” asked Kouga.

“Hurry up and get your clothes off so we can get this over with.” she opened the stall door and turned on the water.

“Why should I undress first? Please don’t tell you’re shy or embarrassed!” Kouga snickered.

Kagome opened her mouth, ready to deny his accusation, but only managed to get out a chocked sound, sort-of like a croaking frog. “I’m not..............I mean it’s ..........” she stammered as Kouga grinned at her, enjoying her discomfort. “Stop laughing at me!” she yelled, quickly covering her mouth. “Dammit!” she whispered to Kouga, “See what you made you do!” the fact that as sas still smiling at her really made her mad. “Fine! I’ll get undressed first.” Kagome pulled the gown over her head and leapt into the bath tub. She peeked around the side of the shower stall, “Happy now?”

Kouga’s smile widened as he took in her curves through the semi-distorted glass. “Very.” He discarded his clothes and stepped in beside her, sliding the door closed.

Warm water cascaded over their bodies, creating a steamy, soothing atmosphere in the room. Kagome picked up a bath sponge lathering it with a white bar of crisp smelling soap. “Let me help you love.” Kouga’s husky voice whispered in her ear.

His hands roamed the small expanse of her back with the soapy sponge before gliding over her shoulders, lowering to her tummy, then rising to her full breasts.

Wet black hair tilted back against his shoulder as his hands massaged her breasts, slowly, lovingly.

Kouga kissed the exposed column of her neck as one hand dropped between her legs, seeking her female folds.


She moaned as his soapy fingers pressured her clit while washing her womanhood, “Kouga...”she gasped.

“Shhh.... I’m only washing you mate, nothing more.” he reassured her. He turned her around and handed her the sponge, “Your turn love.”

His muscles rippled with the slightest movement, displaying his natural strength and raw power. Her hands clenched the sponge a little tighter that intended, clearly showing her nervousness.

The bar of soap slipped between her fingers as she replaced the lather for his scrub down.

The wolf prince watched her with heat filled eyes as his mate rubbed his chest in tiny circular motions. No matter how she tried to deny her own needs, there was no hiding them from her mate. He could smell her arousal from miles away, wanting him, needing his body to quench her own desires. Why Kagome was so resistant to her own sexual desires, he would never fully understand. Her sense of modesty and propriety seemed ridiculous to him. There wasn’t another woman like her. All the females he met knew what they wanted and had no qualms on how to reach their goals.

She turned him around to wash his back, her little hands slid over the well developed muscles of his back tracing the deep lines down to his hard buttocks. Teasingly, Kagome tickled his backside, giggling as the muscles tensed under her fingertips.

“You’re not playing fair mate.” Kouga’s voice and semi-hard length gave away what his body wanted.

“Oh, like I need to hear that from the king of fair play!” she poked his chest, pretending to be offended.

He caught her hand, bringing her finger tips to his wet lips. The red hot heat of his tongue lapped at her fingers before drawing each one into his mouth. He suckled her fingers, his ice blue eyes never leaving hers as he felt her body tremble. “You missed a spot.”Kouga said, glancing down suggestively at his cock.

Kagome followed his eyes, “Oh, silly me!” she knelt in front of him, trying to look innocent, “I forgot to wash your legs.”

Kouga laughed at his woman, loving her sense of humor. She knew exactly where he wanted her hands, and it sure as hell wasn’t on his legs! “Maybe your sweet little school girl routine fools other people, but it doesn’t work on me.” He reached down, guiding her hands and the sponge to his hardened length.

As she sat before him, Kagome looked up, taking in his features. Warm water cascaded over his broad shoulders, forming clear tendrils that curled over every muscular ridge of his frame. Blue eyes watched her every movement, read every expression and emotion that crossed her face.


With his ebony hair spilling in wet tangles over his shoulders and down his back, Kagome felt as though she were looking into the face of a bronzed god.

Her hands dropped the sponge, landing in a small splash, as the spray of water rinsed the soap from his skin. Without thinking, her hot mouth covered his head and slid across the taunt skin of his cock until it touched the back of her throat.

His mates eyes were closed as her lips slid over him. The wolf princesed sed his eyes, tipping his face into the spray of water from the overhead fixture. The combined sensations of warmth were amazing, transforming his body into one tight ball of need.

He looked down at the bobbing head so diligently working his erection. The love he felt for this woman was more than he ever say with words alone, but his actions were proof of his true feelings.

Kouga let her suckle him, reveling in the wet heat and slick texture of her tongue as it danced along his member.

“Oh fuck Kagome.....” he groaned, “You’re driving me wild.”

She pulled her treat from between red lips, “You like it?” she asked, a tinge of uncertainty in her voice.

He wrapped his long fingers around her forearms, pulling her up to him. “Do I like it?” he repeated her question grinning like a mad man, “Love, anything you do to me, just the smallest, most innocent touches set me on fire.” His larger mouth claimed hers, tilting her head back for better access.

Kouga’s fingers smoothed past her hips, rubbing her wet skin as he searched for her entrance. The heat her core was giving off overwhelmed him as he dipped his finger as deep as possible. She arched, bringing her hips forward to fully rest in his palm.

The wolf continued to kiss his woman, tongues mingling in a heated battle as he stroked her clit. Kagome’s soft moans signaled her want for more than his fingers. What she needed was to be loved thoroughly.

Clear warm honey coated his fingers. The smell alone made his cock pulsate with carnal desire for the beauty before him. One by one, Kouga’s tongue bathed his fingers, licking his mate’s essence form his hand. When he reached his last finger he stroked her petal soft lips with the sweetvorevored digit,

“Taste it Kagome...” he moaned, “..you taste so good.”

He watched as she hesitantly slid his finger into her mouth, learning the erotic flavor of her own body. Kouga was right; there was an underlying sweetness to the musky flavored lubricant of her body.

With careful hands, Kouga turned her so her soft breasts were pressed against the shower wall. His knees spread her legs wider as his large frame helped support her stance.

In one quick motion, he buried his heavy cock deep in her womanhood. “Ohh...” she panted as he rammed his cock deep in her body. A wet splosh of water caught between their bodies echoed throughout the steam filled room.

Without warning, Kouga pulled his slick length from her folds. She looked back at him questioningly, wandering what he was up too.

“Relax mate.” he cooed to her as he placed a kiss on her shoulder. “I’d like to try something new Kagome. Are you feeling adventurous love?”

She shivered at the sound of his voice, so husky with his desire for her. “Depends on what you had in mind.” she replied.

He grinned at her before pressing his hard cock against her lower back. His hands curled around her hips, pulling her ass out a little farther to him.

She looked back at him as he rubbed the tip of his cock against her tight cheeks. Her body tensed, suddenly afraid of what he was going to do.

Fear swamped his senses as he worked his way between the cheeks of her beautiful ass. “Don’t be afraid.” he pleaded as his cock pressed against the rim of her anus, “I didn’t hurt you last time, did I?” he asked, not releasing her from his hold.

“No, but this is entirely different.” Kagome sounded scared.

“I’d never hurt you Kagome. My goal in life is to give you pleasure. Please let me do this. If it hurts once I’m fully inside, I’ll stop.” He watched her face, waiting for her response.

“Promise?” she asked.

“Of course....” he answered, “...but you have to relax your muscles. Just let the weight of your hips rest against my arm.” Kouga paused to kiss the corner of her mouth. “Relax for me, let me give you an orgasm you’ll never forget.”

His heated plea brought forth feelings of trust and love. She was still afraid, but she trusted him with her life and wanted to please him any way possible.

Tense muscles loosened as she forced her body to calm down and accept what her mate was doing. Kouga pressed into the tight opening, feeling it give way to his intrusion.

Inch by inch he pushed his cock further into her backsides, showering her back, shoulders and neck with butterfly kisses while his hands massaged her lower back, further relaxing her for his entry.

Kagome clenched her teeth as he slowly sunk his wide length into her untouched region.

How to describe what she was feeling was close to impossible. It was like the fire of pain and pleasure mixed into one as her delicate tissues stretched to accept the large object. Kagome tensed with he knowledge that Kouga still wasn’t fully in her, or else she would have felt the wiry hair lining his groin.

He pumped into her, gently, all to aware of her possible discomfort and the pain of quick, careless movements. Sure fingers reached around her belly to seek the hidden jewel nestled between her thighs.

The stroking of her clit brought a new sense of arousal to Kagome’s tense body, forcing her to give into his demanding invasion.

With a little maneuvering, Kouga slipped two long fingers into her slit as his other hand rubbed her pulsating clit. His groin softly slapped against the round curve of her ass, carefully thrusting into his woman.

He could feel her body tighten as he loved her, “How does it feel love?” he whispered.

“Full.” she replied in a husky tone. “It hurt a little at first, but now I feel so....full.” her words were spoken slowly, as her head rolled back against her shoulder.

“Good.” he kissed her neck, reveling in the way her silky ass clenched around him. Kouga flicked his fingers over his mates clit, making her twist slightly and grind further back against his body.

Her small hand covered his, urging him to pressure her engorged bud harder as her hips rotated in the throws of pleasure.

With her responding so deliciously, Kouga couldn’t resist increasing his speed. Now, his flesh clapped against her back side as his fingers delved deeper. His mate was writhing in his arms, nearing her own peak of pleasure.

Kagome closed her eyes as the growing climax approached. Her body felt like it would snap in two as she arched her back and increased the pressure from Kouga’s hand. Her clit throbbed under his fingertips, making him pump harder inside her anal passage.

Ripples pulsated through her body as her orgasm took hold, making both her anal and vaginal openings echo her pleasure to Kouga.

“Damn...” he sore as his pace quickened. His own orgasm was being forced by her clenching muscles. He grunted as his seed spilt deep in her ass. “Can you feel me cumming Kagome?” his tongue traced the outer shell of her ear. “I can sure as hell feel you my mate.”

His woman slowed her grinding pace against Kouga’s fingers as the waves of pleasure slowed, “I can feel your warmth Kouga, every contraction of your manhood.” her breath came in short intakes as she settled against him, “Thank you.” she whispered as her mouth searched for his.

Kouga removed his fingers from her dripping center and cupped her chin, bringing her lips to meet his in a passion filled kiss. “What are you thanking me for love?”

Kagome smiled at him, her hand stroked the side of his face, “Where do I begin?” she paused, placing a chaste kiss on his lips. She looked into his stunning blue eyes, so full of love she feared her heart would burst. “I thank you for being gentle with my body and considerate of me feelings. I thank you for giving me undeniable pleasure and a sense of comfort and acceptance I have never known before. But most of all, I thank you for never giving up on me in the past when I pushed you away. You new.... didn’t you Kouga? You knew that we were meant to be together.”

A small kissed brushed her temple as his cock continued to soften. He didn’t want to fully pull away from her until he was completely flaccid, knowing the removal could also cause pain. He hugged her close, wrapping her in his protective warmth, “I knew you belonged to me when you escaped and freed Shippo. Your strength and defiance of my authority was a real turn on. But, I think what really made me fall in love with you was when you slapped me in front of my entire pack!” Kouga laughed against her shoulder. “That little show of defiance let me know you’d never cower down to anyone and cursed me with many nights of aching need. I’ve been faithful to you Kagome. From that day on, I haven’t been with with another female. You were the only woman my body craved, the only one who occupied my mind.”

With a gentle tug, he slipped out of her. Kagome turned, wrapping her arms around his neck, “I love you Kouga.”

“I love you too Kagome.” He hugged her, burying his nose in her wet locks.

Kagome handed him a towel and wrapped another around herself. “I’m going to get some clothes for us. Stay here.” She opened the door, checking the hall before going into her grandfather’s room for another outfit. In her closet, she grabbed a set of clothes for herself and a bra with matching panties.

The handle to the bathroom turned as Kagome pushed the door open. Kouga wasishiishing drying off when his blue eyes looked up, his lips curled giving her a heart stopping, if not arrogant, grin.

A pair of black baggy shorts and a white shirt landed in his face as Kagome huffed. Her smooth back faced him as she slid on her under ware and pants. The low sounding growl brought her attention to Kouga, “What?” she shrugged, feeling confused by his actions.

“You look so damn sexy Kagome. Even when you’re putting your clothes on, you make me hard.” His erection was protruding from the front of his shorts.

“Put that thing away!” she scolded. “My mom is cooking and I’m pretty sure I heard my brother downstairs with her. We have to get dressed and eat breakfast Kouga. And you can’t walk into the kitchen with a hard-on.”

Kouga sighed, “Just a quickie? C’mon.... it won’t take long.” he whined like an unhappy child.

“No.” Kagome snapped, hoping to bring him out of his perpetually horny mood. “Get dressed. I’ll meet you in the kitchen.” She pulled a dark pink shirt over her head that read ‘PRINCESS’ in bold silver letters.

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In the kitchen her mom was flipping pancakes and listening to Souta ramble on about some video game he played. “Good morning Kagome.” her mom smiled.

“Wow mom, that smells great!” Kagome watched as her mother stacked the pancakes on a small plate.

“It’s about time you got up.” said Souta, “I was gonna wake you but mom wouldn’t let me.” he complained.

“Good for her.” Kagome said, giving her brother a displeased frown.

“So where’s Kouga?” Souta asked. Kagome picked up a glass of orange juice, taking a generous gulp. “When I heard the shower, I figured one of you must be up, but there was no one in your room.”

Kagome chocked, orange juice spraying from her mouth, “Souta!! You shouldn’t be nosing around in other people’s rooms! It’s considered rude.”

“So is spraying juice all over the place, but that’s not stopping you!” he glared back at his big sister, “What took you so long anyway!? I bet there’s no hot water left!”

Kagome turned bright red as her mother’s knowing eyes watched her. The steady gaze of a parent is unnerving enough, but when you’ve done something you don’t want them to know about, it’s down right scary!

“Um.....well I.....” Kagome floundered for an explanation.

“Good morning everyone!” Kouga strolled into the kitchen looking incredibly happy.

Mrs. Higurashi arched an eyebrow at his cheerfulness. Oh yeah...something definitely happened between this demon and her little girl.

“Hello Kouga.” Mrs. H smiled politely. Her mom’s knowing smile made Kagome’s skin crawl. The older woman placed plates of food on the table, her hand coming to rest on her daughter’s shoulder. “So, what are your plans for today?” she asked looking right at Kouga.

The wolf prince shrugged, “I don’t know, but if Kagome doesn’t mind, I’d like to go back through the well. This time is ........interesting....but I don’t feel comfortable here. There’s not enough wilderness and no other wolves, wild or demon.”

“But Kouga, I don’t want to be without you.” Kagome protested.

“I’m going to stay in the village with the monk and taijya. You should take some time for yourself Kagome...” he paused glancing down at his plate, “..time to talk with your family.”

Mrs. H. squeezed her daughter’s shoulder, “That’s a good idea Kouga. Kagome and I have a lot of girl talk to catch up on.”

“Don’t go Kouga!” Souta pleaded with big eyes, “I need another guy around! What am I going to do here alone with two gabbing women!?”

“Do what I always did; eavesdrop!” Kouga grinned at Souta, “When I was your age, I always listened in on the girls conversations. Believe me kid, a male can learn a lot from a bunch of squawking women.”

He and Souta laughed, taking no notice at the annoyed expressions coming from the two women in the room.

Kagome punched Kouga’s arm, while Mrs. H. scolded Souta. “I had better not catch you spying on any girls young man!” She looked at Kouga, who gave her a hesitant smile. “And while you are in my home, wolf prince or not, you had better behave. If not, I’ll ground you both.” Mrs. H. warned.

Souta and the wolf traded glances. Mrs. H. sat down and started passing around the dishes of food, telling Kagome about her numerous phone calls from her concerned friends. As the two women talked, Souta leaned forward enough, his eyes set on the wolf demon, to draw his attention. “So Kouga....” Souta said in a low voice, making sure his mom and sister were occupied, “Are women any different in your time? Ya know, like, nicer?” he asked, cringing.

“Way nicer...” Kouga responded, looking sideways at Kagome while she and her mother talked “...and they listen to their men too.”

With the speed of a cheetah, Kagome’s hand reached out, her delicate fingers pinching the skin on Kouga’s muscular arm, “What did you just say!!!??” she asked looking mad enough to spit fire.


“OW OW OW OW!!!! Dammit woman, let go!!” Kouga hollered as he tried to shake her grip. “I was just kidding!!”

Kagome released him, “You’d better be! Don’t go filling Souta’s head with your macho, cave man attitude!”

Kouga rubbed his arm, ignoring the amused look an Mrs. H’s face as she ate her breakfast. “Women..” he said under his breath, looking pissed and humiliated.

“What?!” Kagome snapped.

Knowing he was defeated by a member of the opposite sex didn’t settle well with the wolf, but sometimes a man has to swallow his pride. Kouga’s father, as well as other mated members of their pack, taught him it was always better to get in the last word, “Nothing dear.”

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Kagome watched her little brother teach Kouga how to play football. They ran back and forth through the yard, Kouga mostly catching the football and dodging as Souta ran behind him yelling, “Hey no fair! You can jump higher!” Her little brother was smart and resourceful. He proved her point by grabbing hold of Kouga’s tail when he jumped to catch the ball, effectively stopping the wolf in mid-leap. A sharp yelp echoed through the yard as Kouga rubbed his sore tail, giving the small human a narrow eyed glare. The laughter of women brought his attention to Mrs. H and Kagome’s laughing faces pressed against the door. “Masochistic group of humans!” he shouted!

Mrs. Higurashi stopped laughing, her face taking on a thoughtful look as she watched Kagome’s happy face and sparkling brown eyes. “Kagome..” her fingers curled around her daughter’s hand, drawing her away from the playful scene, “...come sit with me. We need to talk.”

Kagome swallowed the growing lump in her throat. She followed her mom to the kitchen table sitting across from her.

Her mom sighed and reached into her robe pocket, taking out shinghing small and white, and laid it on the table between her and her daughter. “I found these wedged between the couch cushions this morning.”

Kagome’s faced instantly turned scarlet red as she snatched the item away, “My panties!” she screeched. A sense of guilt and dread closed around her heart as her mother looked at her with sad eyes. “Do you hate me mom? Are you angry?” Tears gathered in Kagome’s eyes.

“How could I ever hate you Kagome?” her voice was soft, full of motherly love, “I’m not angry either, just concerned. One day, when you become a mother, you’ll understand. At the rate you’re going, you might be a mom sooner than I expected. Is that what you want Kagome? Are you ready for such a responsibility? What about Kouga? I don’t know anything about him, except for the mention of his name and what I have learned him him being here. If you get pregnant will he take the responsibility of a child?”

“Kouga loves me, and I love him. He’d never leave me if I was pregnant.” Kagome answered defensively.

“But you’re not even married Kagome. What’s not to stop him from leaving you?” her voice raised slightly, not with anger, only concern.

“There are things you don’t understand about him, about his people. According to ookami youkai laws, we are ‘married’, actually ‘mated’ in their terms.”

“Mated?” her mother asked sounding exasperated, “Animals ‘mate’ Kagome, not people. Humans ‘marry’,take vows and live their lives by certain rules...”

“What rules?” Kagome interrupted.

“Rules like..” Mrs. H. stopped for a moment to think of an answer, “....only having one wife and not cheating.”

Kagome threw her hands up in total disbelief, “You don’t even know Kouga! If you did, you’d know that wolves mate for life and are extremely loyal to their mates. He’s only been here one night mom, ONE night, and you’re already passing judgement on him. Why were you so friendly with im yesterday if you had so many worries and preconceived notions about his people?”

“I’m not passing judgement on anyone Kagome,”her voice raised this time, “I wasn’t worried last night because I thought he would be sleeping on the couch, I thought he had a little crush on my daughter...”

“You never said anything when Inuyasha came by or slept in my room!” Kagome said accusingly.

“Because Inuyasha wasn’t having sex with my little girl!” Mrs. H. lost her cool and shouted.

A sound stopped their argument, making them both look in he direction of the kitchen door.

Kouga was standing there, looking at them with sad eyes. “Mrs. Higurashi, I heard what you said. Please, don’t think for even a minute that I would harm Kagome or do anything to make her unhappy. I love her. If she is carrying my pup...well....all I can say is it would be the greatest gift and honor I could ever receive.”

Mrs. Higurashi dropped her forehead against the palms of her hands, “Baby. Humans have babies, Kouga, not ‘pups’. Women, who are in their 20's and 30's have babies. Not teenage girls like my daughter.”

“I know she is young, but..”

“No buts,” she stopped Kouga from saying anything else, “Kagome is my only daughter, I only want what’s best for her.” Mrs. H. paused, rubbing her hands together in a nervous gesture, “Right now with this mating business and having pups, I don’t think she is thinking clearly. Her life is very stressful with trying to juggle a school schedule and traveling to the past, not to mention having to dodge her friends and make up excuses for such long absences, it must be affecting her mind.” she sighed looking up at the tall wolf prince. “Please understand Kouga, Kagome is a smart girl with a bright future ahead of her. She couldanytanything she wants, a doctor, lawyer, anything. But not if she ties her life up with a man from the past and starts having children.”

“So that’s what all this boils down to.” Kouga stated , giving his mate’s mother a hard glare, “You think that I am just some looser that wants to trap a young woman in a relationship and tie her to me by having a bunch of pups?” He laughed, shaking his head in mock humor, but very real anger. “You have no idea all I have went trough to win Kagome’s affections, and if I had to do everything all over, I would still want her, I would still fight for her. Wether you believe me or not, I LOVE HER! I would give my last breath, my eternal soul to save her, to keep her safe and happy by my side! You can take all your human vows and laws and flush them down the toilet with the rest of the shit for all I care! Kagome is my mate, the only woman I make love to, the only woman I have EVER sworn my loyalty to and the only time that bond will be broke is when one of us dies. Hell, even after that time, my heart will always belong to her.” Kouga paced the floor, “And how dare you question my intentions toward our unborn pups?! Are men so fucking horrible in this time that they would actually leave their females, pregnant, helpless, in need of their male to love and provide for them during such a delicate time? If so, don’t judge me by what they do! I want pups, lots of pups, as many pups as Kagome can safely give me! My pack provides for each other, we are a family and always stick together. Our mated couples are loyal to each other! They don’t go runnin’ around like human men, beating their wives and cheating on them with whores!uga uga stopped, breathing hard, running his hand through the mass of black hair, “Where’s my clothes?” he asked no one in particular.

“In Kagome’s room.” Mrs. H. almost whispered.

Kouga strode past her, his footsteps heavy. “Come on Kagome.”

Mrs. Higurashi watched as her daughter followed Kouga up the stairs. The door slammed shut. She could hear them moving around, Kagome speaking in a hushed tearful voice. Kouga didn’t bother keeping his voice down. He was obviously angry, but so was she. Mrs. H. felt angry and afraid for her daer’ser’s future.

The couple came downstairs, Kouga wearing his brown furs, his tail twitching in agitation, Kagome followed close behind him, her yellow back pack stuffed full. Kagome looked at her mothers tear filled eyes. Not sure what to say, she lowered her head and walked away.

They were headed toward the well house when Souta stopped them, “Are you coming back?” he asked them.

Kouga knelt down, pulling Souta into a hug, “Of course we are kid. Right now is a bad time, but I promise I’ll bring Kagome back soon, okay? Don’t look so worried.” The wolf ruffled the boy’s hair playfully. Kagome gave Souta a kiss on the cheek, “Be good.” she called out as they approached the well. Kouga picked Kagome up bridal style and jumped into the darkness of the well.