Betrothal of the Warrior Hime

Hatsumomo sat there with her eldest son as he rested seemingly glowing faintly in the light of the moon above them, giggling mostly to herself, she had not had him asleep in her lap since he was such a small pup and such things were beneath him now. The sight of
him like this welled the mothering instinct she had in her chest that she wanted another pup, both of her own were of mating age and soon their home would be without. She wondered ideally as her finger played on the face of her snoozing pup, what she would have to do to talk her mate into having another, perhaps a female pup this time. She moved her son’s bands from his face and looked upon him, truly he was her son, yes he had some of his father’s personality but when it came to business, Sesshomaru was her own son, where Inuyasha followed with both looks and tactics like his father. She sighed as she traced the demure blue crescent upon his brow, her own mate had never known what the emblem meant. It sat upon both of their brows, Sesshomaru and herself, Taishou had been very surprised when Inuyasha was born and didn’t have one as well, but it just spoke to
how powerful her eldest pup was. She knew though, she could feel it, where as she was sure her mate could not, Sesshomaru could challenge his sire for rights to alpha at any
time, could have now for a long time, she thought. Hatsumomo knew that he would not for as long as he could, Sesshomaru knew the weight that a title held, and she was somewhat glad, for even a little bit of time, that he could be free of such burdens.





It was becoming late in the evening now, and they would have to go back to the Palace of the Moon this night, as much as she hated to wake her son, she knew she had to, she lamented doing it though for if all things went as she hoped they would, she would lose her job as coddler to Kagome. A pretty smile found its way to her face at the thought, oh yes Kikyo would have made a fine daughter, well she still would really, but not for her eldest, the snowflake female would have been a demure lump of boredom for her eldest, quickly, she snorted unladylike at the thought. Kagome on the other hand was so exotic, captivating, lively, she didn’t back down, she could keep her son on his toes, more then anything she brought out the pup in her son, and Hatsumomo loved that about the girl. She had seen them in the gardens here and there when they were alone for the rare moments, they had a chemistry that went almost down to the soul, Kagome could do things that no one had been able to do since Souta died. Sighing in such an unladylike way she knew her alone time with her prince was over, gently so as not to startle him Hatsumomo woke her son, with a low whine he gave way to the waking world.







Sesshomaru slowly became aware that he was laying down, he felt so calm and warm, loved, he honestly didn’t want to get up, he hadn’t felt like this since he was a pup. His mothers scent found its way to his nose, surrounding him, embracing him, and slowly he opened his golden orbs to look upon the smirking vision of his mother, truly she was such an angel and his father was lucky to have one such as she. He watched as she taped his nose with her index finger forcing him to cross his eyes as it always had, before kissing his brow, and helping him to sit up though he didn’t need it. He felt different, not in a bad way, but off just a bit, like something had changed, something must have happened because he didn’t remember laying down or his mother coming to him so he could use her lap as a pillow, thought at that he wasn’t complaining, for no matter what he did or said he really did love his mother. He was actually slightly embarrassed by the fact that he had fallen asleep though, and in his mother‘s lap no less, he hadn’t done that for a very long time though, he admitted silently to himself that he missed having such moments like this, it wasn’t often that he had time to himself with his dam. He watched as his mother got up and made to leave, only stopping to look over her shoulder playfully as she said, “Just sit for a moment you’ll be fine. We’re going back to the palace shortly, I’ll have servants pack anything personal, save your swords.” she smiled at him again, while he nodded as he sat there and watched her walk away.







Sesshomaru sat for a short time, when he felt another coming towards him, he looked up only to see Kagome, “Are you nervous?” she asked playfully, noticing that something was different about him, whatever it was though she liked it. She sat down next him, and didn’t expect him to answer, they sat for a few minutes both looking up at the stars that were now bright in the sky before she began to speak again but quietly as if to her herself. “I should warn you if you haven’t figured it out by now, I have a wicked temper, and I’m not very submissive. I will probably always challenge you. I like to fight. A lot. So if there’s ever a time in which something we protect is in need, I won’t hide. I am for kami sakes NOT a morning person. As far as intimacy goes you’re the only one I have ever even attempted anything with.” she said still not looking at him but feeling the hot blush on her cheeks, at this Sesshomaru looked at her, smirking to himself. He liked the idea, he would be her only, in everything.







“I like purple wisteria in the setting sun, and Sakura trees in the full moons glow, I like it when its sunny and hot when I have my sword in my hand, I like the smell of the oils in the leather. I don’t frighten at the sight of blood or the scent, but I hate spiders, and most other bugs, but those silk worms were beautiful. I like the color blue. Hmmm, This Kagome and That Kagome agree to all of this.” she paused as if to think of anything else she should tell him about herself. “I think that’s it really, oh!” she exclaimed sitting up a bit more, causing Sesshomaru to turn again to her again, “I Like to read, and I can’t stand to lose, even at little things. When I get my mind stuck on something it usually doesn’t budge. Hmm I do think that’s all really. Do you have anything you want to know?” though again she didn’t let him answer as she went on. “It doesn’t look like we’ll be having that dinner, its getting late, and we’re not even back yet. Its tomorrow at dawn.” She was rambling she knew, but she kept going. “I have no idea what armor I’m going to wear, or how long it’ll take, What--” she didn’t get to say anymore of that statement though as Sesshomaru had taken her chin in his hand and pulled her into a kiss.







The kiss was gentle, and sweet, not like the ones they had shared thus far, he had listened to everything she had to say, and realized quickly that she was rambling, kissing her was the only way he could get her to stop it seemed. When they pulled back she had a rosy blush which was saying something considering how sun kissed her skin was while she was nibbling on her lower lip, he had completely quieted her up in just a moment and honestly he thought it was the cutest thing. The face she made was adorable, he almost hated to admit the fact even to himself, he loved how innocent she was to these type of actions, and that fact only made him want her more, considering her war tactics were anything but so innocent, it was possibly her polar opposite to all other females that he liked her so much. If he could grow old, he thought, he would be glad to do it with her. They sat under the tree near Souta’s grave, it was odd but they were at peace, Kagome had ignored her brother, just this once but he was still near, and smiling at the pair of them, it seemed like things would go well once he was gone, and he could feel glad to know that someone would protect Kagome like he would. Sesshomaru had leaned back a bit and picked one of the cream colored flowers near by, though they were both still silenced, he had pulled her ebony locks back and placed the bloom behind her ear, setting her face prettily. She smiled at him and he felt his heart flutter and tighten in his chest. He didn’t care how close to death he came, come the morning he would make her his.







The couple was unaware of so many eyes upon them, both sets of their parents, as well as her long dead brother, and a kami watched the pair as they sat in comfortable silence, watched as she placed her head on his shoulder and leaned into him. Even if they were not aware of what was happening, which it seemed was correct the older ones could see it as plain as the moon hanging in the sky, their pups, were in love. Miyako too had watched some of then evening, though she had gone to get their swords there were no other personal effects that needed to be packed, moving so fast that she seemingly materialized in front of the pair Miyako handed them their blades, before she spoke, “If you leave now there will still be just enough time for a light late night meal. But then I suggest you both get some rest, I will tell those who need to know where you are. Have your time away from prying eyes.” with that she handed them the swords, winked, before she vanished again, they stood, Sesshomaru holding Kagome’s hand as they did so. Their parents and most of the prying ears and eyes that were watching didn’t know where they were headed to as a cloud formed under Sesshomaru’s feet and they left the male pup holding the female close to his body.





Watching them leave, Miyako looked to her son, then Sayuri, and smiled while nodding before she went to Taishou and Hatsumomo, “I’ve sent them back to the Palace of the Moon. He wanted some alone time with her to get to know her a bit more, there are many here that would not give them that peace.” Hatsumomo giggled as Taishou looked like he’d been caught doing something, like he was a pup. Miyako merely smiled and left them all alone she had to get Sango and herself ready to go, the young pup never liked it much when her mother got off by herself, shaking her head she entered the palace, distantly followed by the Lord and his lady and the Second as his lady, the kami left following after all of them.



Sesshomaru held Kagome close, it was interesting, he thought, that she could both be comfortable and shy at the same time around him, she was amusing, playful, mean, and stubborn, she was so much to him. Resting his chin on the top of her head they thrummed to one another, it was so peaceful, and wonderful. In no time they made it back to the Palace of the Moon, its namesake hanging high in the heavens, advising that the night was nearly at its zenith, and that when the dawn came they would set off to fight one another, and she would hopefully lose. She didn’t want to tell him that she wanted that, that she wanted to be able to be weak even if it was only to him, that she didn’t always have to be so strong but she didn’t need to tell him it was something he knew, something he could feel only when he was with her. They found a comfortable peace in this knowledge, a feeling that neither had known in a very long time, and they felt it when they were together.





Arriving at the Palace they touched down in the garden, where a small low table sat with cushions, and candles lit, lanterns floating in a not so distant pond. The full light of the moon glowing upon them, the atmosphere was perfect for romance, and yet there was no awkwardness, only peace between the two. They sat, her kimonos billowing out a bit when she brought herself down gracefully, even if she didn’t feel as such in the yards of silken fabric. Her happy rich blue eyes falling into his molten gaze of gold, a small smirk playing on her lips as she looked upon his faintly glowing form, Kagome had never seen Sesshomaru on a night such as this. She wasn’t sure if it was his pale skin and silver hair that reflected such a light that he glowed, or if his power just stood out so much more that being in his presence was like standing next to the moon, either way she was unsure and nearly enamored with the sight of him. Doubt was never something that Kagome had succumbed to, after so many years of her life, so many trail and tribulations, Kagome had confidence in almost everything she did. That confidence all left when she was with him, and though it should unnerve her, she some how could find peace with him, even though he was what caused it, he was also the fix, she understood it, and yet if asked she would not be able to explain it.





A light dinner was served to the pair, and with the grace of any courtier Kagome showed all the proper ladylike manners that he had never taken notice of before. He found her form was delicate, and small, he wondered how he could think she was so prefect, though he did. He noticed her slender tapered fingers as she held her chopsticks, fingers that with expert skill held a sword like the deadly thing it was. He noticed that she had small wrists, and muscular but not disgustingly so arms, square shoulders that were set and held in place proudly. That her breasts were large but not too much that he would be burdened with them, her waist though hidden from his sight by her obi and some layers of silk, he knew was small, which only led him to her ripe hips. Hips that he would love to sink is claws into as he led her in place for him to mount, she sat and though he could not see her legs he had seen them once at least and it was enough for his ever awake mind to paint vivid pictures from memory. The afternoon at the hot springs was automatically brought to his mind as he looked upon her unaware that at the same time she gazed upon him lost in her own thought.





Watching him was like a game to her, she constantly tried to see if there was something new to him that she had not noticed before. Like his hands, he had long claws, that she had felt heated against her skin on more then one occasion, they were tapered to his strong hands, and she knew though, his hands were deadly and yet at the same time so gentle to her at least. His arms were strong, strong arms that could hold her to him, or swing his weapon with the intent to smite. She found her gaze upon his broad neck and set strong shoulders, he would mark her on her neck, it was not tradition that the female do the same but she would when she got the opportunity to, she couldn’t wait to sink her fangs into him. Her slightly glazed and tiniest bit aroused eyes followed the way up his to his face, his lips though often drawn into fine line or a frown had neither tonight, they did though almost set into a slight smirk. She hadn’t noticed that she was gifting him with the scent of her slight arousal as she sized him up, or that fact that he had smirked while watching her watch him, and when she finally continued up to his eyes, she realized there was amusement in them, amusement because she realized she was staring, and had been caught. She quickly brought her face down and blushed as she heard him stand.





Kagome looked up to him as he offered her his hand, she took it, noticing like himself that there was a small shock that sent chills up their spines, she blushed again unable to stop the heat from rising to her cheeks. His molten gaze did not help the matters, Sesshomaru led her into the gardens, they were lucky it was a rather warm night, and there had been a comfortable breeze blowing around them. Fireflies danced around them as he led her deeper into the garden, near the hidden door that she had been to before, she wondered if he had planned for a night dip in the warm waters, and was a bit disappointed when he led them over to a wall of ivy. She watched curiously as his youki flared and the ivy pealed its way back, revealing a carved rock veranda that over looked the Western lands. She had never noticed that the Palace sat on a cliff like this, but she supposed she had never attempted to attack this palace, or had she ever come up to this side of it.





The veranda was carved right out of the face of the mountain that the Palace sat atop, its walls and the stones were gray, but yet strangely white in color as thought they had been acid washed, which she guessed they had been, but it was possible that the moons glow gave way to such illusions. There were benches, chairs and a futon to lay upon, as well as cushions piled high in the corner, and above them hung vines upon vines of hanging wisteria, she couldn’t help but also notice that there was a small water fall that had hanging glass goblets. Glass had been something that fire youkai had formulated long before the imports of china from man, but it was still rare to find any in a youkai home because of how fragile it was, what point was there to having something that could break so easily. The fact that it was here at all spoke to how private this area was, how they would not be disturbed at all while here. As she walked into this hidden Eden , the curtain of ivy behind them had resumed its hiding of such a place, and they were alone with only themselves, the waterfall, the moon and the stars.





He didn’t know why he wanted to show her this place, he still didn’t know enough about her, he knew he would never learn enough about her, and she knew next to nothing about him, but together, when they were together, it was amazing. In all his life, never had he felt at such peace and love by another, his dam and his sire, he knew they loved him, he knew that they would do anything for him, hell he even knew Rin loved him like a father figure, but with her, with Kagome it was all so different. He felt that if he didn’t have her, body, mind and soul he would not be able to survive, he pondered this as she took her small dark delicate hand in his own large pale rough one, leading her to the futon, before he let her hand dropped and he retrieved many pillows and cushions. Placing the feather filled contraptions down at their feet he sat himself so that he’d be comfortable before he pulled her down into his lap. He was leaning back against the pillows, with her sitting sideways in his lap stretched out on top of him. Sesshomaru weaved his hand in her mass of inky onyx tress, while the other rubbed her back slowly, smoothly. Kagome’s hand had wrapped its way around his neck while the other lay upon his chest, which she was using as a pillow.





Kagome’s thrum was low and quiet, and brought them both to a new level of peace, he was breathing deeply and evenly, and she had wondered after a while if he had gone to sleep beneath her when he spoke. “I’m not nervous about tomorrow I plan on winning, perhaps it is you who are nervous about after the battle,” he said huskily, causing Kagome’s scent to spike a bit as he rubbed her back harder and lower, “My temper when it rises is like a wrath none have known, though I have the patience of a god, dealing with Inuyasha as a sibling one requires it, I will more then likely demand submissiveness as it is all I have ever known, though I know you won’t give it easily it will be fun to get you to do it.” he said quietly as she gasped and hit him playfully causing him to smirk a bit.





“You can challenge me all you’d like, you will know your place, beneath me screaming to the heavens my name“ he said again feeling her heat rise as he teased her verbally. “I too like to fight, a lot, but I will protect what is this Sesshomaru’s there will be no need for your sword, but if for some reason beyond the abilities of this Sesshomaru should you need it, I would be proud to have you as a mate that would wield it so. I am a morning person, though I can adjust when the need arises, and I can find pleasurable ways to wake you in the mornings.“ he said as he leaned down to lick the shell of her ear causing her to shiver, and her scent to spike dangerously. “And as far as intimacy This Sesshomaru will forever and always be you’re only one and anything.” The implications of those words had her hot with wanton needs, that she hoped would be dealt with in the next cycle of the sun and moon. She could feel the hot blush on her cheeks, at this Sesshomaru looked at her, smirking to himself for the second time this night.





“I like white lotus blossoms in the moonlight, and Yuki Yanagi trees in the full bloom, I have always wanted to plant an orchard of them, but I have never had the time. I like it when it snows, and none have walked upon the fragile surfaces yet, when its still clean and unblemished, and I like the smell of you when you blush.” he said watching again as she blushed deeply, remembering that he was answering all of her unasked questions. “I have never frightened at the sight of blood or the scent, and I am not fond of spiders either, most other bugs do not bother this Sesshomaru, and I agree the silk worms were beautiful. I like the color white, it’s clean and cool to the eye. I am fond of reading as well and I too can’t stand to lose, even at the little things, I too am very stubborn, this Sesshomaru is pleased that we did have our dinner, and it is getting late, rest koi.” he said noticing that she was having at hard time fighting the lull of his voice in her ear.





His mokomokosama pulled on her own and they both wrapped the pair in the warmth of their pelts, they stayed like that for many hours to come that night, resting comfortably in the others embrace, and it wasn’t until Sesshomaru woke to the sound of a female voice calling out to Kagome that he knew their private time was up. He took note that the moon was now resting low in the sky, meaning that dawn was approaching soon, they had slept the night away together he had never slept so well without being near his dam. Kagome still had her innocence but that would not last long he thought with smug male pride. Sighing, which was very unlike himself, he nipped at Kagome, licking and suckling on her ear, as he heard her moan into the waking world. Her hand opened against his chest before it began to rub and she began to thrum her pleasure, he groaned as he felt his need for her waking as she allowed her pleasure at being brought to the waking world like this. “I told you I could bring you into the waking world pleasantly.” he breathed against her ear, causing her again to shiver. “It is time to wake they are looking for you, and it will be dawn in a bit less then two hours, we both need to ready ourselves.” Sleepy pale blue eyes looked at him while nodding, she might be awake but she was still not a morning person.





Assisting her into a standing position, he too gained his footing and led her out of the secret veranda, upon exiting the area, he led her out of the more secluded garden and into the main garden where Sango stood waiting for them. He handed his soon to be mate off to the pup and watched as they went into the palace, he stayed watching even as she turned back to look at him, before she smiled secretively, and going back into the palace. Parting he went to his own quarters, to make ready, he also wanted time to stretch and swing his blade around a bit to get his blood going, he knew that this fight he was going to need all that he would need everything he had to him to win. Kagome was led silently to her own quarters where the hot spring was waiting for her, she was pleased that she didn’t have to ask for it, she still really wasn’t a morning person, at least not with out her tea.





Sesshomaru walked into his own room, he did not have maids and servants to wait on him, nor did his sire attempt to give him a good talking to, he didn’t need nor did he want anyone to deal with other then to be notified of the time, and Jaken would do that without doubt. His sitting room was dark compared to how pale he was as a vestige, his walls were a deep crimson almost wine color, his floors the darkest cherry finish one could find in this palace as a whole, his chambers were extensive in size, and in fact could not really be called just a room, as it was a suite. He had in this suite four main rooms, the dark sitting room, that held a fireplace and low tables in which he was able to meet anyone like his father or mother, without having them in his inner sanctum of his bedroom. He also had a study, whose walls were a deep forest green where one could see the color, if they were not hidden behind shelves that held scrolls and bound scripts of information, that he vaguely remembered the word for, ‘books’, he thought in amusement as he passed the room. And then he came upon the last room that would be Kagome’s when she became his mate, and until they either had pups and needed more space or a place of their own, or, and he didn’t want to think of this yet, when he finally became lord. This room was empty primarily but there was a mirrored vanity, and a large wardrobe that were also dark cherry in color, as well as a thick futon to sleep upon. He would have to have his mother fix things while he was coupling with his mate to be.





Entering his own bedroom, the colors went from dark to pristine white, his color. The floor was still its rich dark tone but the walls were gleaming white, his own futon which he would share with his mate unless she displeased him or she was a female that snored. His futon was rather thick and was not one that could easily be aired out, it was in fact three futons stacked together but no one had ever mentioned this to him. In here he had his own wardrobe as well as a set of drawers that sat low, they were filled with many things that he enjoyed and liked, such as brushes and combs for his hair as well as oils for his skin and his swords, which sat on a rack upon this dresser. Picking out certain items that he needed he went for a bath, the hot waters would relax his muscles a bit and that might be welcome compared to how tight they were at the moment. He knew he was not nervous, but this would be the fight of his life up to this point, he knew this enemy, he had seen her fight before, and yet it had never been at its fullest, he knew that he had only seen the smallest bit needed to win up until this point but he also knew she would not hold back against him, and that he would have one hell of a fight to win.





Across the wing was Kagome, she had gone right to the baths as well, her muscles were taught and tight, and needed to expand and loosen a bit for this fight. She was nervous, not in her own abilities, but she had never seen Sesshomaru fight, or at least not since the day that Souta died. She wasn’t sure what he was capable of but then he was unsure of her as well. Miyako washed Kagome’s back while the pup was deep in thought, Sango on the other hand was in the bed chamber getting her kimono set ready for the day, it would not be the normal billowing hamaka and hartoi set that it normally was, and even the armor was to be different then the norm. This outfit was more like a demon slayers body suit then the normal fighting kimono that she normally wore, it hugged Kagome’s skin closely but was still loose enough to stretch for all her moves, and would get less caught up while they fought. Even her hair was dressed differently then normally. The crown was still poofed a bit before it fell into a braid but that braid was lost into a heap of a pony tail that was high on her upon her head. Her ears in this still looked so pronounced, and gave her face a more angular look rather then the slight heart shaped look that it normally held.





Rising out of the bath Kagome was dried before she began to stretch, her lean long legs moved up and down as she arched her hips from one side to another. Her back and shoulders popping as she moved, rotating out the rest of her body the rest of her slowly clicked as she popped a bit more. Moving her body from the stretches to more powerful kicks and lunges her morning routine began. She did not have much space or time so she decided she would just focus on herself rather then the movement, becoming one with her inner-self as her conscious moved their body. They moved as one in perfect harmony as their energy built up around them in a glow, from all around the palace, the begins without could feel the sudden waves of energy coming from her room, and many had woken or stopped what they were doing to feel the waves that came from this creature.





Stopping what she was doing once again, Kagome had little time to waste at this point, dipping into the hot liquid for a moment to rinse the light sheen of sweet off her body she again dried and dressed. It didn’t take long for her to adorn the suit and armor, in fact she rather liked this set more then most because it was stronger and much lighter, she did not wear it often only because there was hardly a reason to since the wars that had brought Sango to her years before. She had settled those issues personally then and peace had reigned in the Sun Empire of the main land. Black glossy boots adorned her feet that went up her caves, the tight hamaka’s went from just below her knees to the apex of her sex, they were a thunderous gray in color, around her waste was a royal sapphire sash-like obi that had a dark silver threading and would hold her swords. To guard both her hips and her torso was the finest armor the Sun empire could make, the light weight material was indeed metal, and fit her like a glove. The top of this armor was another piece it was a separate part of the armor but it could be put together as one, the breast plate was thicker, and shinier, and had one large arch of spikes that looked very much like Sesshomaru’s though they were a bit more jutted to the back then his. Finishing herself up was her hatori, it was also the same thunderous grey as her hamaka’s, and held no pattern, the whole look was masculine, and yet with her dark coloring, and the sash that pulled the color in her eyes out, it looked wonderful on her. Pulling both Tenmiki and Tenmaru from their silk bags she laced them into her obi and they were off.





The war maidens went out to the court yard where only her father stood waiting for them, the night was still there but the stars were dull and the sky was beginning to pale in color. A large thunderous grey cloud formed under all four pairs of their feet, Shinosamu, knowing that today he would more then likely lose this daughter for keeps today. He was a bag of mixed emotions and for once in his life he was at a loss, Miyako too looked a bit down, sure her pup would be finding a mate, but she had grown very used to having them all around her palace, and with Kagome more then likely staying Sango would as well. With the exception of Miroku she would be alone once again, perhaps, she thought, maybe it was time to give into his advances, yes he was younger by generations then she, but they were both still in their prime, and he was always trying to get her to bear his son, perhaps without a palace full of pups she could have another of her own. Sango was completely unsure of herself, yes she had confidence that her mother had always before given her, but with her mother more then likely becoming Sesshomaru’s mate, she was unsure that he would allow her to remain with her. She did not think she could be too far from the only one she could ever recall knowing as mother, sighing to herself and drawing the attention of her mother, Kagome embraced her, and answered as thought reading her mind. “You will always have a piece of my heart. Never forget that. If it comes to it I will talk him into keeping you.” she smiled a smile that all mothers do.



Landing in the clearing, Kagome released her pup and embraced her father, she hugged him dearly and said, “Today I will make you proud. Do not mourn the loss of a daughter, for you may yet gain a son.” her fathers dark blue eyes seemed to glow bright at his pup, he was not a man of words, but of actions, leaning his brow to her own, he said low so only she could hear.





“You have always made this one proud.” Shin’s daughter looked up to him a smiled before nodding and they released one another. Kagome looked to Miyako last. Words were lack luster to be able to say what needed to be said, with a nod of her head Miyako smiled true to the young kuroinu, and took Sango’s hand before leading them away from Kagome. She on the other hand took the few moments before dawn to look around, they were surrounded on all sides by Western soldiers, it was possible that there was a full garrison on guard for this event. Looking out further, she could see a large dais, atop it were three large thrones, a blue crescent moon on the largest and tallest, being Taishou’s, and equally but still lower were a green leaf for Shipputaka, and a golden star for Kogomaru. From the distance she could make them all out from her family to Sesshomaru’s as well as the Thunder Kami whom she scowled at for the charm still resting against her breast, oh yes he would pay dearly for that, she reminded herself, to young Lord Shippo, Kouga as well, and some female with pigtails and obnoxious red hair. Kagome sighed, ‘what a spectacle.’ she thought sardonically. Her eyes raked over the land, it had been a large clearing to begin with, and now it looked like a battle field, much and been cleared away since she had last been here next to this lake. She could feel the enchantments on the edges of her senses telling her that Taishou did not want this fight to be well known about other then family and seemingly the other cardinal lords, she had no qualm with this, for it was never too good for the others to know all your tricks. Still moving her eyes they finally landed on her would be mate, he was beautiful, if not deadly, she could feel it from here.





“No song?” he teased.





“I didn’t think you’d want to put up with it.”





“Hn.”





“Indeed.” they both stopped their conversation and turned to the dais where Taishou and the rest were, his large booming voice calling out to the pair.



“Today you fight to submission by defeat or unconsciousness.” he paused while seemingly still thinking of this one even though he knew they both wore both of their swords, he had never approved of his son’s second blade. Shortly after Kagome had left Sesshomaru had come home with the second blade Tokijin, he knew the sword held and evil oni in it but Sesshomaru had never been effected by it, he did not know what it would fare against Kagome’s Tenmaru and Tenmiki, though he could not blame his son for having the second blade, he himself had carried three into battle for a very long time. As the last vestiges of night began to vanish Kagome spoke again.





“Don’t hold back, because I’m not going to.”





“Wouldn’t dream of it.” he replied. They were at the moment more then one hundred yards from the other, one facing north the other facing south, when the sun broke over the vastly treed horizon, and blazing gold hit them both. With that the battle began.















AN: OMG dont hate me!! -hides- O.O so cliff? ne? i want to say thanks to my Beta, she puts up with my marbles more then most others do Twist in Fate! you rock. I also want to thanks the countless amount of folks who have stuck with this story and my random updates, as well as all of you who have asked for more and i gladly give you this. Next chapter i hope to have this weekend, no promises.



PS. There is a story, Yellow Brick Road, by EmmaRen, its fantastic, give it a chance if your looking for something refreshing, its rated M. and its a Sess/Kags. ITS FANTASTIC! Good luck EmmaRen! - r0o