Further Into Happiness
Chapter 1
A week after that fateful night, Inuyasha and Kagome had arranged to get married. The castle was full of life. Decorators and Cooks hustled through the corridors, getting ready for the blessed day. Tables and chairs had been set up in the garden while the rest of the castle had a, certain brightness to it. The servants had to get used to their master being slightly kind. Though they could not figure out how such a simple maiden was able to warm his heart. While he commanded them on their duties in the dining room, Kagome was with Sango and Old Keade, trying to find a Kimono that suited her. Even though they both insisted she looked elegant in every one, she had been very stubborn on which one she liked the best. It didn't help that she was so nervous; the wedding was only a day away.
Standing in yet another outfit, she looked at herself in the full length mirror. "Hmm … I'm not sure about this one either."
Sango pulled one from the pile and sighed at her comment. "Lady Kagome, I'm sure Lord Inuyasha will like whatever you wear."
"You're right Sango, but can't decide." She said with a groan.
Sango glanced back at the pile of gowns and smiled. "Wait a minute." From under the mound of Kimonos, she pulled one from the bottom and watched it shimmer in in her hands. It was a white with tiny roses sewn into the front and on the sleeves, which flowed toward the floor like a waterfall. "What about this one?"
"Sango, it's beautiful! I love it!" she gasped as Sango pulled her toward her dressing curtain. Moments later, she appeared in front of Keade and twirled in a circle so the aged woman could see it from every angle. "Well Keade, how does it look?"
"Out of all the gowns, that one looks the best on Ye Kagome." Keade said with a smile.
Just as she was about to reply, the doors to her room burst open and two of the castle children tumbled out on to the rug. Shippo was the first speak, giving Kagome a nervous smile. "Hi Lady Kagome."
"Gosh Lady Kagome, you look really pretty!" the second child said, which was girl named Rin.
Kagome chuckled as she kneeled down next to them. "Why Thank You Rin."
"We mustn't let Lord Inuyasha see it until tomorrow." Sango said with a giggle.
After Kagome had changed into her normal blue kimono, she handed it off to Sango with blush covering her cheeks. "Go hide it in the wardrobe in my old room. He wouldn't think to look there since I've been sleeping in his."
"Right away." Sango said with a laugh.
As she retreated, Kagome got back to her feet and looked at Keade. "Keade …"
"Yes Kagome? What is it child?" the old woman asked.
"It's just … never mind, it's nothing. Would you mind leaving me alone for a bit? I would like to take a nap, if that's alright." she said.
Keade nodded and began pushing the two children along in front of her. "Of course, let me know if you need anything. Come along you two."
"Bye Lady Kagome!" they said in unison as the doors shut with a thud.
Finally alone, she crossed her arms on her chest and looked around in a circle. She was getting married, she felt like she was in a dream she never wanted to wake up from. Her eyes rested on the bed which she had shared with Inuyasha the previous nights. Not being able to help herself, she ran forward and dove on to the soft sheets. Letting her hands roam around the soft fabric, she sighed closed her eyes. She could feel his body up against hers, his warm breath hot on her neck. The way his strong arms wrapped around her protectively, along her waist. How he sighed sweet nothings into her ear. Opening her eyes, she stared at the ceiling before sleep claimed her, all the while dreaming of his golden eyes.
Inuyasha walked through the corridors, his ears flicking. His servants hustled past him in groups, their arms filled with items for the wedding. All day he kept seeing Kagome, her comforting face clouding his thoughts. He could not wait until he had her to himself, to make her his. As he walked further and further away from the garden, the crowds disappeared. As the doors came into his view, he was anxious to see her. As he slowly opened them, he was met with her addictive scent. He spotted her splayed across his bed, her angelic face peaceful as she slept. Being careful not to make much noise, he walked silently over and lay down next to her. Moving a stray piece of her raven hair from her face, he planted a soft kiss on her cheek.
She stirred and her eyes fluttered open, met with his face to hers. "Hi."
"Hey, who told you to go to sleep without me?" he teased as he nosed her chin.
She looked at him apologetically and yawned. "Sorry, I just wanted to rest my eyes some. How did planning for tomorrow go?"
"Feh, it wasn't anything special. If you're tired, you should go back to sleep." He said as a command more than a suggestion.
"Only if you stay." She said with a grin.
"Keh, I wasn't planning on going back anyway, everything is done." He said with a hint of blush on his cheeks.
"You missed me?" she asked with a smile.
"You have to ask? Of course I did." He said.
"I'm glad." She said in a drowsy tone.
"Sleep Kagome, you're tired." He said gently.
She snuggled closer to him. "Mmmm …"
He kissed her lips and rested his chin on her head. He wanted to continue kissing her but she needed rest for tomorrow. Seeing the sun setting and hearing her gentle breathing began to sooth him but he fought his heavy lids. Realizing there was nothing for him to be worried about anymore, he gave into his tiredness and drifted off with the woman he loved in his arms.
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