Battle of wills.

Kagome sat next to firefire cooking dinner as the sun began to set against the horizon. She shifted uncomfortably as Sesshomaru stared at her. He had been staring at her, in fact, ever sitheythey returned from camp. She did not look at him for more then two seconds at a time, something about the way he was looking at her adding to her discomfort.

His look was calculating and predatory. It made Kagome feel like she was being hunted by a wild animal, as if he was biding his time to see if she would run. Because of the uncomfortable glances she had remained silent for the most part, but now it was getting to be too much.

She stood up forcefully, “What?!” locking her arms against her sides.

Sesshomaru simply smiled; a slight gleam in his eye as he continued to stare.

Kagome glared at him, “I’m speaking to you.”

“I heard you.” He answered in his monotone voice.

“You know I hate it when you do that!” she growled.

“Do what?” he questioned.

“That!” She barked, her face filled with frustration.

“Speak?” he smirked.

“Your doing it on purpose.” She grumbled in a low tone.

Sesshomaru simply smiled and continued to stare as Kagome sat back down next to the fire.

Finally, she looked at him again. “Are you going to stare at me all night with that stupid grin on your face?”

“No.” he answered.

“I hate you.” She mumbled as she turned back to her food preparation. She blinin sin surprise as a low chuckle escaped Sesshomaru’s lips. A long silence was held by the two as Sesshomararedared and Kagome finished her meal.

“The sun is setting.” He remarked turning to the horizon.

“It does that.” She answered with a grin.

“Your body will require rest soon.” He remarked again raising an eyebrow.

“It will.” She smirked.

“Do you dare mock the Demon Lord of the Western Lands?” He questioned in an authoritative tone.

“No.” Kagome answered blandly grinning from ear to ear. She looked up and noticed Sesshomaru was smirking at her again. She smiled at him playfully and then looked at the horizon. “I wonder what everyone is doing back in your time.” She pondered out loud as she rested her head against her legs.

Her face seemed to fade into unhappiness before Sesshomaru’s eyes, causing him to get up and sit beside her. She smiled up at him, “I wonder if they’ve even noticed were missing.”

Sesshomaru placed a comforting hand on Kagome’s shoulder. “Do not despair Kagome, we will find the path. You should rest.”

“I’m not tired.” She sighed with a shiver.

Without uttering a word Sesshomaru scooped the small girl up in his arms and walked her over to the sleeping bag.

“Sesshomaru?” She questioned.

“I made a promise Kagome, and this Sesshomaru is a man of his word.”

Kagome’s eyes grew wide as Sesshomaru laid her down on top of the sleeping bag and began to remove his clothing. She covered her eyes, peeking through her fingers and whispering to the man towering over her. “What promise?”

“I intend on keeping you warm.” He stated in a monotone voice. “Remove your clothing.”

Kagome stared at him in disbelief.

“Remove your clothing or I will.” He demanded in a more authoritative tone.

Kagome complied, crawling into tleepleeping bag as she bunched and shifted around removing her wet clothing. “Sesshomaru, I know I was whining about it being cold but I really didn’t expect…….We could just build a bigger fire.”

“Unacceptable.” He commanded. “I also promised not to leave you alone as I did this morning.”

Kagome rolled on her side, pressing her body against the inner fabric of the sleeping bag, covering her eyes with her hands. She bit her lip as she felt familiar toes run down her back as they entered the sleeping bag behind her. Sesshomaru crawled in beside her, wrapping his arm around her waist. He placed he lips against her ear and spoke softly. “Acceptable?”

Kagome nodded slowly. She could feel his breath against the tender flesh of her neck once again. The feeling was sending chills down her spine. Sesshomaru brought his hand up and placed it between her breasts, his claws grazing the skin lightly. “Your heart is beating loudly.” He whispered into her ear causing Kagome to gasp slightly. He could still sense a bit of fear mixing in with the lust that permeated her scent. It confused him. “Kagome,” he whispered, “Face me.”

She froze for a long moment, her mind racing, and then finally turned to face the demon lord. He stared into her eyes, brushing a lock of hair off of her face and behind her ear with his hand gently. “Why do you fear me?” he questioned, a saddened look upon his face.

“I-I-It’s not you.” She stuttered, “I’ve never…..been…….this close to anyone before.”

Sesshomaru gave her a warming look. “Do you believe me when I tell you I would not harm you?”

Kagome nodded.

He pulled a lock of her hair free, letting it lay gently against his palm and inhaled deeply. He closed his eyes momentarily and then looked deep into her eyes. “I know that you want me.” Kagome stiffened as he continued, “Your body screat att at me almost constantly. It is not by chance that we find our paths crossed in such a way.” He lowered a hand down her stomach lightly resting it on her hip. “I want you Kagome.” He whispered, his voice trembling.

Kagome stared into his eyes searchingly, her body burning underneath his touch. She attempted to speak but could not will the words to come out. Sesshomaru sensing her hesitation brought his lips down to hers and began kissing her lightly. Kagome lay there for a moment, letting him kiss her. She closed her eyes slowly, allowing herself to be lost in the sensation before returning the kiss passionately and wrng hng her arms around his neck. Sesshomaru inhaled deeply as if he had been holding his breath waiting for her answer, lightly pressing his tongue into the girl’s mouth.

They both panted and groaned into the frenzied kiss as they allowed their hands to roam over each others bodies. Kagome gasped as she felt a clawed finger rub lightly against her thigh slowly working its way between her legs. She broke the kiss, staring at him with shock as she felt his finger enter her and lightly rub her clitoris. Sesshomaru simply smiled down at her, taking in her reaction as he concentrated his attention on the area. Kagome pulled on his neck attempting to reinstate the kiss only to have the demon lord pull away, smirking down at her. “You’re so beautiful.” He whispered into her ear as the nub grew under his attentive fingers. Kagome moaned loudly, throwing her head back as she felt her body being pushed toward something she could not explain. Sesshomaru watched as the girls face flashed with excitement, confusion, happiness, and fear almost all at the same time. He nibbled on her neck lightly and purred into her ear as soothingly as possible.

Kagome suddenly grasped his arm, her face tensing as her eyes rolled back in her head. “Oh gods!” she cried as her body began to shudder. Sesshomaru smiled down at her and continued his ministrations until he felt her body relax again. He wrapped an arm around her as she caught her breath.

“I-I had no idea.” She muttered weakly, her body still swimming with new sensations.

Sesshomaru smirked at her lightly nipping at her lips. “Acceptable?”

Kagome nodded.

He smirked at her again as he raised his body above hers, giving her a searching gaze.

She stared at him for a few mts uts until nodding her approval.

He stared into her eyes as he slowly lowered his body against hers. He placed a hand next to her head as the other guided his erection against her. Kagome gasped as she felt him part her lips, slowly pushing into her. She spread her legs shyly as she attempted to accommodate his size. She could hear Sesshomaru growl lowly as he slid inside her, breaking her maidenhood. Kagome flinched, making an uncomfortable face. Sesshomaru paused momentarily lightly kneading and kissing at her breasts until he felt she was ready again. He slowly pushed himself inside her until he was completely engulfed in her warmth. They both sighed heavily, enjoying the feeling of their connected bodies.

Sesshomaru gave her one final look before he began to thrust out and then back in again into the small girl. He grinned slightly as he heard her moan and gasp underneath him, quickening his pace. He could feel Kagome’s body stiffen as she approached her heated climax. He was in awe of the beautiful girl beneath him, her body covered in sweat, her eyes clenched, the long gasps that would escape her perfect lips. He was surrounded by her now, her scent inescapable, and her heart beating loudly in his ears. He grasped at the fabric beneath him as he felt his own climax approaching. His mwas was so alive with pleasure and the thought of release that he had almost missed Kagome’s scream as she dug her fingers into his back, clenching her body around his. He grunted lowly as he squeezed around him forcing him over the edge. He gasped desperately as his body shuddered inside hers, filling her with his seed. He held himself there for a moment while he caught his breath, allowing his long white hair to fall against her chest. Kagome looked up at him, love in her eyes, wiggling her toes against the soft furry object she assumed could only be his tail.

He finally pulled his body away, separating himself reluctantly from the small girl before lying beside her, his breath still coming in heaving gasps. Kagome turned to him, placing her hand against the side of his face. “Thank you.” She whispered.

He stared into her eyes without saying a word.

“Not this again.” She joked softly.

He grinned at her, “What again?”

Kagome rolled her eyes. “I hate you.”

“Liar.” He quipped as he stroked the side of her face. Kagome simply nestled her head next to his in reply. Sesshomaru wrapped his arm around Kagome as she slowly drifted to sleep. “So beautiful.” He whispered before closing his eyes.