Striking A Deal

A/N: I am officially declaring this fic a Sesshomaru/Kagome. After much thought, and after reading a few of the responses, I can see where it would make more sense to keep it a twosome because of Sesshomaru's possessiveness. So, I have decided to give Kouga some action of his own. I am going to be writing a Kouga/Kagome fic and it should be out in a day or two. So, please be on the lookout. However, in this fic, Kouga does get some action, however, it will only be in his dreams. I don't own IY. Please review. My muse loves the attention and makes her feel very special, making her be more creative. Thank you.
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The rest of the evening was uneventful, except for when Jaken yelled at Shippo and Rin, only to find himself on the wrong end of Sesshomaru's foot. After the toad was taken away to the healer's room, Kagome and Sesshomaru got the pups ready for bed. Both children listened intently as their mother told them a story about a princess who fell asleep and had to be awoken by a kiss from her true love. Rin had sighed and told her parents that she hoped that someday a handsome prince would kiss her. Kagome shot Sesshomaru a nasty look when she heard him muttering about yanking out the offender's tongue and feasting on it before the unlucky fellow's eyes. She leaned down and kissed both children, happy in the fact that she was finally where she belonged. Sesshomaru was never one for affection to others, but he did pat both children on the head, earning a giggle from Rin and a gasp from Shippo. Apparently, the fox child would have to get used to his new father. They bid their pups a good night and walked down the hall to their own chambers.

Once inside, Sesshomaru's arm shot out and wrapped around her waist. He hauled her back and into his chest. Kagome sighed. She had been hoping to continue their loving since they had been so rudely interrupted. However, her hopes kind of fizzled out when she heard Sesshomaru's question.

"What do you feel towards Lord Kouga?" Sesshomaru asked in a neutral tone.

Kagome could feel her blood boil. How in the hell could he ask that? Didn't he know that it was he who made her blood sing with his very kiss? Did he not see that he could reduce her to a lump of jiggly flesh when he touched her skin? How dare he make the implication that she could ever hold feelings for another other than him?

"Do you not trust me, Sesshomaru?" Kagome asked through clenched teeth. "Do you honestly think that I could ever see him in the same light as you? You want to know how I feel, well, I will tell you. I do care for Kouga. He is a friend and I know that if I were in any danger, he would protect me with his life. He has never given me reason to doubt his word and is true to his promises. He knows that I will never allow myself to be with him, not when I am with you, however, he also cannot seem to control his actions when near me. I know that he won't force himself on me, but he can't resist telling me and showing me that he loves me. I have learned to put up with it, simply because I do care for him and his feelings."

Kagome yanked away from Sesshomaru and walked into the closet, where she selected a gown for bed. She quickly changed clothing and stepped out, never looking at her mate, and got into bed.

He stared at her, watching her angrily stomp around and wondered what he had said to her to cause such a change in her attitude. Suddenly, it hit him. He had inadvertently questioned her honor. Now, though his expression hardly ever a change, his inner voice was screaming about what a giant idiot he was. If he could kick his own ass, Sesshomaru would have found a way. Not only did he question her honor, he had also hurt her feelings and to him, that was not something he ever wanted to do again. He slowly untied his swords, placing them against the wall. He didn't wear his armor, so all he had to take off was his haori and hakama. He made sure that he had Kagome's attention and relieved his perfect body of the garments. He nearly smirked when he caught the faint aroma of her arousal, but he kept his face stoic. With the grace of a seasoned predator, he quietly approached the bed, keeping his movements slow and fluid. He never made a sound and he watched as Kagome's eyes grew wide with uncertainty and fear. While she knew that he would never purposely hurt her, she didn't know what he was doing and it frightened her. In one swift movement, he was over her, pinning her down and making short work of her gown with his sharp claws. Kagome had to wonder what the hell had happened. Her thoughts were interrupted when she felt his lips upon her mating mark, the intruding lips igniting a blaze in her stomach that resulted in her excitement wetting her panties. His hands were skillful as they moved along her arms and traveling down to her legs, only stopping when he gripped her knees, forcing them apart and settling himself between them. Kagome moaned when she felt his member against her core, pushing against the thin fabric and seeking sanctuary within her depths. He grunted against her neck before removing the barrier preventing him from joining with his beloved mate. In his own way, he was apologizing to her and making up with her. She smiled into his hair. A girl had to take a victory whenever she could, and she could claim this one. He was in the wrong and they both knew it. Once he was satisfied that he would not be stopped from loving his mate, he threw back his head and a loud roar was ripped from his throat. He plunged himself into Kagome's body, sinking happily into her and then moving within her at a slow and lazy pace. He was fighting himself not to rut into her like a crazy man, and he wanted to make sure that her orgasm was reached before his. It was a male youkai's duty to please his mate in bed, and damn it, he was going to please her. There was no way in hell he was going to give her a reason to look outside their bed for satisfaction. After several moments of gentle rocking, Kagome got fed up. She wrapped her legs around his waist and tried to guide him with her hips, but he did not seem to notice. Finally, she got pissed. She reached up and grabbed his face. "Damn it, I want you to stop being so damn gentle and fuck me, Sesshomaru." She bit out gruffly. Now, while it was true that normally the demon lord never showed emotion, but this was not a normal situation and his expression was definitely not stoic. Shock, relief, amazement and other similar emotions flickered across his face, before he took her up on her suggestion, or rather, demand. He pounded into his mate like a madman, listening to her moans of pleasure and groans of relief. He snarled as he felt her walls clench around him, and howled when he felt the gush of fluid against his rock hard cock. He could see the look of pure happiness float across her face as she met her climax, screaming his name for all to hear. Finally, when his climax came, he greedily accepted it, plunging his fangs into his mark and tasting her sweet blood. The taste of her blood told him that she loved no other but him and he smiled. Let that damn Kouga have his fantasies. He had the real thing under him and she would not be leaving. Spent, the lord and lady of the west panted their joy, while he rolled off of her. He pulled his mate into his arms and allowed her to rest her head against his chest. Soon, dreams claimed her, and he quickly followed.
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Jaken stood outside the door. He had heard Lord Kouga calling out Lady Kagome's name and he ran to his lord's chamber to let him know that his mate was being unfaithful, however, when he got to the door, he heard Lady Kagome scream Lord Sesshomaru's name and the growl of a very happy taiyoukai. His hand frozen in midair, he let it slowly drop to his side, his mouth hanging open in shock. He had almost signed his death warrant by accusing the lady of being a whore. Luckily, he did not follow through and he slowly turned away from the couple's door. Kami saved his life this night, but what of tomorrow? Jaken sighed. He was a very unlucky toad. He hung his head and walked down the hall to his new quarters, which happened to be next to the children's room. He needed to find a new job. This one stank.
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Kouga had gone to his chambers after dinner. He looked at himself in a mirror that was in the room and shuddered. He could not stand the clothing he had to wear when meeting with other lords. His battle armor and furs were much more comfortable and he could relax in them. The black silk haori and hakama that he wore were tight and constricting. Thankfully, he had been sitting down at the dining table when his images of Kagome reached a graphic level, and had hidden his cock. He had been thinking of ways for some time to get her into his bed, and keep her there. If it had not been for that dog, Sesshomaru, he would have stolen her away from Inu-Trasha and taken her to his home. He undressed and again looked at his body in the mirror. To say he was handsome was not true. To be honest, Kouga was a perfect specimen of the male species. His rock hard body was tanned and defined. His long black hair was loose and hung around his waist. His attention turned to the bright blue eyes that seemed to drive women crazy. However, he only wanted one woman to go crazy over him. He climbed into bed and closed his eyes. The dreams that came to him were very erotic and very arousing. He could feel Kagome underneath his body, writhing in pleasure as his lips dipped down and tasted her flesh. His tongue darted out and licked a path from her neck to her jaw, pausing at the junction of her shoulder that rises and meets the neck, giving it a small nip and earning him a squeal of delight from his beloved. Making his way up to her lips, he claimed them with a small growl, and he reveled in the sweet softness of her lips. As he made love to her lips, his hands slipped down to her breasts and he lovingly caressed the ivory mounds, gently tweaking her nipples with his thumbs and forefingers. He could feel her laugh against his lips, and allowed his hands to go further down until they reached her thighs and gently spread her legs, so that he could worship her sex, the area of her body that was summoning him with its scent. His fingers stroked her pearl, causing Kagome to gasp in surprise. Breaking their kiss, he slowly moved down her body until his head was between her thighs. He took in a deep breath, savoring the aroma that distinctly defined her as Kagome. His tongue darted out and stroked her pearl while his fingers delved into her hot body, causing her to shake as she slowly approached her climax. He became more forceful in his determination to give her the kind of pleasure that would force her to see him in the light that would color him as her lover. When she did meet her climax, she threw back her head and screamed his name, shouting for all to hear that he had pleased her, and she had enjoyed it. When he had lapped up her sweet honey, he moved back up her body, kissed her lips, and plunged his essence into her body, enjoying the way her muscles clamped around him and caused a delicious friction that nearly drove him insane. His hips pulsed, her body rocked, and finally they met at the brink of paradise, screaming their ecstasy for the world to hear. He brought his head back down and plunged his fangs into her soft neck, marking her as his mate, his immortal beloved, and his reason for living.

Kouga woke up sweating, his arousal was apparent and aching. Cursing, he yanked back the covers to discover that he had released his passion and now was covered in his own seed. Kouga groaned and reached for his pants. He needed a bath, and he needed it now.
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Morning came, and it found the dwellers of the western palace in a good mood. Kagome was excited to be starting the hunt, and found that the prospect of having Sesshomaru by her side was thrilling and comforting. He would never allow anything to happen to her, and he would stay by her side. Sango and Miroku were happy to be joining a team that would appreciate their contributions to the effort. Kouga was always happy to do something when it involved Kagome, so if he were any happier about joining the group, he would have been orbiting the moon. Shippo and Rin were happy that they were going with their parents and friends. Shippo liked being around Sango. She was like an older sister, and Miroku provided some laughter when he got slapped. Rin never liked to be away from her Sesshomaru-sama, and now that he was mated to Kagome-Chan, she would have died being left behind. Jaken was the only one who was miserable. He was also going, but he was to be dressed in the maid's outfit. He had grumbled about his luck and Rin had suggested that he wear one of her frilly dresses instead. Sesshomaru had heard the exchange and was going to take Rin up on her suggestion, but Kagome had talked him out of it. Jaken had wanted to hug his new mistress when she intervened. However, when the group was in the hall, Jaken tripped and fell to the ground, skidding to a stop right at Lady Kagome's feet. Well, at her feet was not exactly right. His head was underneath her kimono and he was staring up into the promised land. Kagome had shrieked and yanked herself backwards, her face flaring red. Jaken quickly got to his little feet, yelping out apologies to her, and then turned when he heard a set of loud and vicious growls. He turned to stare at two very angry youkai. Lord Sesshomaru's face was now full of emotion, and all of those emotions promised pain. Lord Kouga's face promised him nothing but pure agony. Jaken closed his eyes, and hoped for a speedy death, however, death would not be so kind. When he opened his eyes, instead of seeing either of the lords, he found himself looking up into the stormy face of Lady Sango.

"Jaken, allow me to show you what happens to a male who looks upon a woman's body and is not her mate." Sango offered.

The next thing Jaken knew, he was on Ah-Un's back and sandwiched between Rin and Shippo. The lump on his head told him that he had tasted Lady Sango's weapon and made the quick decision to stay away from that particular human. Though he had to wonder why it was that the monk was always trying to touch the slayer.

As Jaken thought, said monk slowly reached out and stroked the firm backside of the slayer. He heard the woman take in a sharp breath and then turned and smacked him as hard as she could. As the offending monk fell back, Lord Kouga caught him and hoisted him over his shoulder, muttering something about stupid monks.

The group was finally on their way, and fate would be the one to guide them. Little did they know, fate had a very interesting plan for them and their competition.