The way you love me

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Chapter 3 – Grave News

This was a truly surreal moment for me. Here I was, in bed with my mate, wearing a very sheer sleeping yukata, and there was Myoga talking to us. I realized that I had spaced out and began to listen to the conversation. I gathered Sessho was way beyond angry that anyone had entered into our room without permission. I also gathered that the small flea youkai was begging for his life! This looked like it could go on all night.

“Sessho, have Myoga state his reason for disturbing our privacy and then he can leave.”

“Sesshoumaru-Sama, I offer my most humble apologies for daring to disturb you. This old flea would never intrude on your private time if it was not of the utmost importance. The Great Evil has been awoken. Tell me, young Lord, do you remember your history of the House of Inu? I speak of the story of the very first Inu no Taisho.”

'Yikes, note to Myoga-San: you asked the wrong thing of Sesshoumaru.' Did the flea really think for one second that Sessho had not memorized each detail of his house's history? I think time was catching up to the poor Youkai. What the first Inu no Taisho? Did that make it a title and not an actual name?

“I only ask, Lord Sesshoumaru, because this has to do with Lady Kagome’s transformation. You see the Kami’s themselves made youkai and we were perfection. It was at a time where there was no male or female, just youkai. When Fate saw that the Kami’s had made youkai perfect and happy in their own little world, they grew angry. How was Fate to be involved if a youkai had no cares or worries? So, in the dark of night, the Fates wrought their magic. Youkai throughout the world screamed in agony as they were split apart. Each became a male and a female. It was Yin and Yang. Each the balance to the other, never to be completes unless they found each other and fell in love. But Fate, the capricious creatures that they are, had not finished. Thousands of youkai disappeared, to where only Fate knew, and Fate was not done. You see the magic they wrought made it possible that a soul split between two youkai would not necessarily be soul mates. Sometimes it would be a case of opposites attract, other times like would want like. It was a riddle with no answer, rhyme, or reason.

"Fate then placed into this cauldron of catastrophe the newly formed humankind. Some ningens were made soul mates of youkai. Fate was then satisfied. After all, how many youkai or human would ever consider their perfect mate to be in a species they were taught to hate? Fate knew that it would take many reincarnations for a soul to recognize it’s other half if this were the case. With so many different potential matches possible, it was inevitable that the
Red String of Fate was born. The Red String of Fate allowed a select few to tell if, and when, perfect matches were made. As time progressed though, more and more individuals lost the talent to use the Red String of Fate.

"You, Lord Sesshoumaru, were fortunate enough to be blessed by the Kami’s. Kagome is your soul mate. Otherwise you would have been purified when she healed your arm and when you mated with her. Only by finding your soul mate, were you able to life bond to her. The life bond has changed it so that Kagome-Sama will live as long as you do. Her body houses an old soul; some even speculate that she may be a descendent of Midoriko-Sama. Her power will indeed bring much prestige to the reputation of the house of Taisho! Any pups that she bares will be formidable! But I digress from the point of the story…..

"What Fate could not have predicted was that their actions caused a rift, an imbalance, if you will. Mother Nature is all about balance. Meddling in the affairs of the Kami’s caused a giant rift in the barriers that separate the three worlds. The barriers between the levels of Hell, the living Earth, and the Heavens waned that night. That rift allowed demons intent on escaping hell to use the youkai as vessels. Thus every youkai has a beast housed within them. It is a symbiotic relationship. One cannot live without the other. Youkai were able to mate with someone who was not their soul mate. Humans were also affected by the release of the demons. But that is not the point of this tale. You see, some youkai could not control their inner beasts and so fell prey to their dark desires. The lower class youkai were the first to fall. Middle class youkai normally had control of their youkino, or beast, until times of stress, such as fear, anger, or matings. Those of the high class, like the Taiyoukai, were dominant over their beast and were rarely ruled by them, if at all.

"Battles over mates, land, and power broke out all over, ravaging Japan. The Kami’s were not pleased. They could not undue Fate’s treachery, but they could help soften the consequences that arose from it. They helped establish order by making 5 ruling houses in Japan. These houses were the moon, sun, water, earth and fire; respectively, the House of the West, the East, the North, the South and the Central House. No house would be greater than the other. Peace and accord were to reign over Japan, thanks to the division of power between the houses. To help keep order, the Kami’s placed humans and gifted some of them with reiyoukai, or miko, powers. This way no one species would be dominant. But now, that peace between the houses is in great peril.

'Well, that certainly answered a lot of questions that was something Maru-Chan hadn’t the opportunity to explain earlier.' I had wondered how it was that a miko and a Taiyoukai could mate without killing each other. Not to be funny but both were natural enemies in this era and instinctually should be trying to purify or poison the other. Not only did we mate, but my body had changed as a result and my body had never attempted to purify my mate’s. I had also never heard of a youkai being healed by a miko to the extent that I healed Sesshomaru. As many questions as Myoga answered, he raised even more. This was definitely a night of revelations….

“Ne, Maru-Chan what does Myoga mean by an old evil? Are we talking Naraku or worse?” By the way when your mate looks at you with a sad look in his eyes before starting a story, it is never a good sign!

“Koishii, an old evil has risen and will attempt to destroy the balance between the five ruling houses. This tale begins a long time ago. You see, centuries ago an evil arose. He was a descendant of hell itself. The land had never seen the likes of him and was unprepared for the chaos that ensued.

"This creature was known simply as Jashin. He was so perverse, so warugi that even our inner demons could not compete with his level of cruelty. It impregnated human women in an attempt to breed. However, each child killed its' mother before it was old enough to live outside the womb. If the women did not die from the evil aura inside of them, then she passed away from the claws and venom the child itself possessed. It then moved on the youkai females. As you know, if a demoness feels that her mate is not worthy, she will not go into heat. Dozens of youkai females were slaughtered in his ire due to their refusal to bear him a pup. Before he could decimate the female population, the ruling Lords banded together. My great Grandfather helped the other four Lords battle the creature. But alas, they were not
able to slay the beast. Their only recourse was to seal the ancient creature.

"The seal should have been permanent; after all it was sealed with the blood of each house. And, as a final barrier, a great Miko placed a seal grounded by the four elements. Something or someone has found a way to release the evil. My love, out the four other houses, there are currently only two with Taiyoukai power. Last time it took all five of the ruling Taiyoukai almost all of their strength to seal the beast. Indeed, they convalesced over a month’s time after they sealed it. The two Lords who have not reached beyond youkai status would never survive. And the part of the miko would have to be undertaken by you, itoshi, which means you will have to train your powers, since your control is sporadic, at best.

"The elders are convening a meeting of all the house rulers, mates, and high court members. Jaken’s father served my grandfather, so he and the other retainers should have records of the battle and what must be done to save Japan. Myoga, go and consult with Jaken and begin missives to the other houses. Glean any additional information that may be of value to the
house of Taisho. I am angry to have my mating interfered with, but I understand the elders probably thought it best if all the houses were alerted immediately.” With that the little flea youkai bowed his understanding of Sesshomaru's orders and hopped off the bed and under the door.

I didn’t know what to think. Ancient evil? I mean
wasn’t Naraku enough? And if this was the case, we had to fight on two fronts. Or did we? I was almost certain that Naraku had ‘helped’ the evil being break its' seals. I looked at my mate. 'So, Inu no Taisho was a title and not a name?' If so, why didn’t Maru-Chan take the title? Boy, I had nothing but questions and he had better supply me some answers!

“Do not work yourself up mate; I will answer whatever questions you have when I return. I must instruct my staff that we will be leaving and to pack provisions. Jaken will accompany us, but I am uncertain as of where to leave Rin. She will not be happy being left at the castle with no one to play with; however, her safety is essential. Come, koibito, let me show you where you may bathe at.”

I got up wrapping the sheet around me to follow him. He arched an eyebrow. Obviously, he had no issues with nudity.

I studied his form, still in awe that all that naked yummy youkai was mine. I had to refrain from rubbing my hands in glee. I looked up to see a slightly amused Maru-Chan looking at me.

“What? It’s not my fault you’re so yummy!” I watched the fall of silver hair shift as he tilted his head to the side.

“Ome, you will explain what this "yummy" is and how it pertains to this Sesshoumaru.”

'Who knew that a youkai could blush?' I felt my face heat. How do you explain to the object of your desire what it is about them that make them yummy? I sat back down on the bed and looked at the floor. 'Just be quick Higurashi, rip it off like a bandage. One good explanation and you’re done!'

“Mate, your name is Taisho, and has been since you were marked. If you are going to speak to yourself in the third person, at least use the correct name. Also, what is so difficult in telling me why I am "yummy"? I have no qualms about telling you what makes me want to eat you in great big bites.”

As the last of this was said, Maru had gotten closer to my ear and barely whispered the last few words. The result was instantaneous. I wanted him, and I wanted him now! He backed up quickly and tried to advise me that we did not have time for additional love making with a smooth gesture of his hand. I stood up and stalked him across the room, allowing my
hips to sway, and the sheet to reveal more of my new figure as I took each step.

I don’t know what devil possessed me to do it, but I wet my finger with my mouth. I lightly traced my lips and then slowly lowered my finger to my breast to play with my nipples. All the while I was stalking Maru, and beginning a monologue for my mate.

“You are yummy because when I look at you all I can think of is licking, sucking, and nibbling all over your body; that body of yours is a virtual buffet of pleasure. There are areas that are so hard and unyielding and other areas that are soft and inviting. Oh, yes, you are yummy! My inner beast is practically salivating at the thought of making love with you again. So, itoshi, did I answer your question?” I was still playing with my nipples and decided to let the entire sheet drop. ‘Someone help me, I’ve been taken over by a naughty vixen. And I
like it!’ Judging by the look on Maru-Chan’s face, he liked the new me too.

I walked over to him and moved so that I was facing his back. I began to pet his tail, paying special attention to where it was attached to his butt. I then took my right hand and trailed it up his thigh to the front junction of his legs. I wanted to know what effect my hand on his tail had on him. Oh, my! Hard as a rock and quivering!! Just like I wanted it! So, in the spirit of being an evil cock tease, I stepped back and told Sesshomaru I would see him in the onsen. 'Note to self, never get a dog demon horny and then take off on them. They get off just as much on the chase as they do the final capture.' But I had to admit to myself that I too got off on the chase. Who knew I liked it on the wild side?

This was exhilarating to say the least. My beast was not conflicted about anything that was going on. Instincts from long ago were awakened. If my mate wanted me, if he wanted to throw me down and fuck me every which way, he was going to have to catch me! He was going to have to prove his worth; after all I didn’t flip my tail for just any youkai! I could hear his growl, I thought he might be upset at my playful mood, but this growl was 'When I catch you, you're going to get it.' It almost made me want to slow down. Almost. Laughter trilled from my throat, I was so enjoying this! Thank the Kami’s that we were in the private wing of the castle. I don’t think anyone who saw me naked would live to tell about it!

A strong arm grabbed me about my middle, and fangs nipped my ear. Ouch! That hurt! My beast suggested tilting my head to the side as a sign of submission. I wasn’t quite ready yet. So I flicked my tail at Sesshoumaru’s face to see what he would do.

“Bitch, you will yield to me. I am your alpha.”

My eyes bled to red. 'Bitch?! Who was he calling a bitch?! Oh, it was on now!' Good thing my inner beast decided to talk to me before I did something stupid. She explained, quickly, that a bitch was a good thing to be called. It meant you were the dominant female. That no matter how big and bad I was, I still was submissive to my mate. It was pack hierarchy, and I, Kagome, could not buck the system. It was a complete turn around from human sentiments, but hey! I wasn’t exactly human anymore.

Tilted head; check! Whimper of submission; check! Being licked; check! 'Okay!? What the hell was that? He licked me!?.... Oh! Again! Again!' I liked the feelings his licking me gave! 'Quick note to self, pick up a book on dog and wolf pack hierarchy and mating!' Okay back to warm, fuzzy, sexy feeling. Would you believe just as I was getting ready to be thoroughly ravished, he lifted his head up, growled, and disappeared in a flash! I was so frustrated; I slammed my hands down on the ground and watched as a big crack appeared in the wall. 'Fuck!' Now I was pissed off about two things!

I jumped up and followed my nose to the onsen, quickly bathing so I could dress in a kimono that was at the foot of our bed. I was going to find that bastard, make him tell me what was wrong, throw him on the ground, and have my way with him. Since I was new to this beast issue, it was rather quite easy to get angry and bestial. My vision was rimmed with red, and my claws were leaking some weird pinkish-green liquid. Add to that the elongated fangs and well, you have the picture. I tried to smell where my mate was but the whole friggin' castle smells like him! My inner youkai was one unhappy bitch. I felt as if I were going to explode.

I took the stairs up to the rampart of the castle, thinking that maybe the fresh air would do me good. I sat down on the cold floor and tried to meditate. As I became calmer I heard snippets of conversation. “She won’t be happy”…”she swears Sesshoumaru-Sama would mate with her, since she is powerful”…”Sesshoumaru-Sama has to know some may challenge their mating”… Whatever peace I found in that moment shattered. 'Challenge me for my mate?' I would rip her throat out and bathe in her blood. I would dance upon her purified ashes! By Kami! When I was finished with her, there would not be enough to reincarnate to the next life!

My anger kept increasing and I felt as if my skin would peel off and my body wanted to burst apart. We leaped down from the top of the castle knowing the fall would not kill us. We had to get away from the castle before whatever was going to happen occurred. I ventured into the woods by the castle, knowing they were free of aggressive youkai. The closer to the center of the forest I got the more of a conversation I began to pick up. It seems Maru-chan was talking to someone, a female someone! 'Damn.' I tried to hold in my growl and suppress my youkino. I wanted to remain hidden for a while.

“Lady Aiko, what brings you to this Sesshoumaru’s Lands? The summons from the elders did not specify this as the meeting place.”

'Okay that was the bored cold sound of my mate.'

“Lord Sesshoumaru, I have come to put an end to the foolish rumors I have heard of you having taken a mate. I just know that you intend to mate with me. I am willing to overlook this foolish incident if you kick the ningen out of your castle immediately and mate with me.”

'So now I was a foolish incident?' Did I say I would kill her quick? Oh, fuck no…I would kill her slowly and painfully and when she died I would ask my mate to bring her back so I could start all over again. So angered was I that I almost missed my mate’s reply.

“How dare you presume to be my intended mate? This Sesshoumaru has never shown you an ounce of affection, nor did I speak with your otousan regarding a match. You think too highly of yourself, Lady Aiko. You, as usual, are misinformed. My mate is a Miko-Inuyoukai and very powerful. I would take my leave if I were you to avoid purification.” Talk about a party pooper. I mean hello, I was going to rend her limb from limb not wish her a safe journey! As my emotions spiked I could feel myself loosing my human form. Rather than be afraid of it I embraced the darker side of me. She wanted to be set free and I readily agreed.

What I did not count on was the pain and overpowering senses that accompanied the change. Claws ripped out of skin, muzzle forming from my mouth, and a feeling of slipping my skin. Since my clothes did not tear I was perplexed at to where they went? Were they on the inside? Did magic make them disappear and reappear at will? Would I ever gain control of this change or always be at its mercy and the whim of my beast? Why didn’t this shit come with a book Inu traditions and transformations for dummies? All who would appreciate this book raise your hands!

Sugoi! In this form my sense of smell was overwhelming! However, it did work to my advantage as I knew exactly where my Taiyoukai was. In a couple of leaps I was in the clearing. I eyed Lady Aiko with her long blue hair, silver eyes, her face and body were perfection and it made me hate her even more! Chikushou! She had to look like a fucking Tenshi! I growled my displeasure at her. Her eyes narrowed as she heard the old language spoken. 'Oh, yeah, bitch! I had a lot more tricks up my sleeve, uh, I mean fur.'

“Kagome-Sama, I would like to introduce you to Lady Aiko, daughter to Lord Kenichi, ruler of the Central Lands. Lady Aiko, this magnificent creature is my mate, Kagome-Sama.” He then turned to me and barked at me to change. I growled at him, but did as I was told. This was no time to try and act dominant to my mate. I was gratified to learn that my clothes were on me when I changed back to my humanoid shape. I still wasn’t all that comfortable with strolling around bare-assed!

“Lady Aiko.” I bowed my head slightly. I glared at her when the bitch did not acknowledge me or bow in return. My pink colored world was quickly becoming red again. It was a murderous blood red. I cracked my knuckles like I had seen Maru-chan in the past to get my poison flowing. One way or another me and her were coming to an understanding today. My mate had better not interfere!

“So, this is the whore that grabbed your affection Sesshoumaru? My, my, I expected better of you. I mean really, to lower your standards for that trash? I will give you one last chance to denounce her and remove your mating mark. Either that or I will simply kill the wench and remove it for you.”

'Oh, goody!' Her eyes bled to red also. 'Ladies and gentlemen, let’s get ready to rumble!' This was going to be so enjoyable. Did Lady Aiko really think that I was going to let my mark be removed? Or, that I would let her kill me? I got into a fighting stance. One great thing about this mating business was when I swallowed Maru-chan's blood I gained all of his skills and knowledge of fighting. I was going to seriously kick ass. (I really hoped, after all knowledge doesn’t beat experience, right?

“Lady Aiko, you have just insulted the House of the West, this Sesshoumaru, and his mate. What do you have to say for yourself?”

“I, Lady Aiko, do hereby challenge Lady Kagome for the right to mate with Sesshoumaru-Sama of the West. I fight to fifth blood.” With that announced, she took up a fighting stance. My inner beast informed me that the fifth blood meant to the death. Okay. I was fine with that, it was her funeral! I kissed Maru and told him I loved him, and that I would kill her quickly. After all, he still owed me from this morning. And with that my normally stoic Taiyoukai threw his head back and roared with laughter. Glad I was brightening somebody’s day!

So without any signal it began…..


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Japanese Glossary:


warugi
(n) ill will; malice; evil intent; ill feeling;
distrust; (P)

jashin
(n) an evil god