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The Perfect Kiss By Skiff of Haven

Summary: A Regency Romp with the Inuyasha crew.

Chapter 1: Meetings

Lady Kagome wondered how long it would be before she would be allowed to retire for the night. She was glad the dinner party hosted by her grandfather, Lord Cavendish, Earl of Cavendish and her mother Lady Oalton, Viscountess Oalton was such a success. She only wished they hadn't invited so many eligible men. Lady Kagome knew her mother wanted her to marry and marry well, but she was not interested in any of the men. She knew they wanted the protection of her spells and her cousin Lady Sango's weapons.

"Well what do we have here," spoke Sir Koga. "My lady fair without an escort."

"I wished to be alone, Sir Koga," stated Lady Kagome. "Now I shall have to find somewhere else to stand."

Lady Kagome turned on her heels and started to walk away. Sir Koga grabbed her hand to stop her.

"I did not wait through a boring dinner and simpering conversation to have you walk away from me," growled Sir Koga. "I am still waiting for an answer to my question."

Kagome jerked her hand out of Koga's grasp and said in a low, tightly controlled, angry voice, "Would that be the insulting one where you asked me to be your mate because we could breed strong sons or the equally insulting one where you said you would be mated to me whether I liked it or not."

"Either," retorted Sir Koga as he grabbed Kagome's hand again.

"My answer will have to be no," said Kagome icily. "Now release my hand or I will send you flying into a wall."

Koga let go and stepped back. "I want you for my mate and I will not take no for an answer," he said.

Kagome walked away without acknowledging his presence. She went looking for Sango to help her calm down.

Sango saw Kagome and excused herself from her admirers. Sango approached Kagome and linked arms with her.

"So what's wrong, Kagome?" Sango asked quietly.

"Sir Koga," clipped out Kagome angrily. "He approached me and claimed he would be my mate. Between him and Lord Hojo, I feel as if I would prefer to be a spinster."

"That rogue," said Sango.

"It's bad enough that grandfather has asked me to fulfill the marriage contract between our family and the Archduke's. I will have to marry one of the sons of Lord InuTaisho. Now I have to deal with unwanted attention from two of the Tons most eligible bachelors. I want nothing to do with them. You think they would be happy," griped Kagome.

"They say you are the most beautiful flower of the family," said Sango. "Everyone wants to marry into our family."

"Yes, I know," said Kagome sadly. "It's all because we are able to destroy evil demons and cleanse areas of their dark taint. My problem is how much I look like great, great grandmother Kikyo."

"I know," said Sango. "I have seen several of the older demons look at you and mistake you for Kikyo."

Kagome looked around and saw Lord Hojo coming towards them. She looked heavenward as if to say 'Why me?'

Hojo bowed and took Kagome's hand and kissed the back. He said, "My lady, would you care for an escort around the room?"

Kagome stiffened and spun towards the door. Sango stiffened and told Hojo to go the other side of the room because they had work to do. The two went for their weapons and yelled for everyone to stay away from the door.

The door caved in and Kagome released her first arrow. It pierced and immobilized the tentacles of a demon. Sango was preparing to throw her Hiraikotsu when she was distracted by a silver flash. The demon broke apart and started to wiggle trying to reform. Kagome shot an arrow into the heart and the demon melted away.

"Hey, Miroku," yelled the silver haired stranger. "Did you have to knock it into a party. You almost killed someone."

"I am sorry," said Miroku. "But the choice was either the door to the party or crush the mother and children in the street."

"Was she cute?" asked the silver haired stranger.

"Most definitely, Inuyasha," sighed Miroku. "I think I will ask her to bear my son."

"Miroku," yelled Inuyasha as he hit him on the head.

Sango brained Miroku with her Hiraikotsu instinctively.

"Sango," gasped Kagome as she watched Miroku fall over. "Why did you do that?"

"I don't know," said Sango.

Kagome turned to face the strangers. "I am Lady Kagome and you will tell why you are here and who you are."

"I am Viscount Reading, Lord Miroku," said Miroku with a slight bow. "And my companion is Lord Inuyasha, Duke of Newcastle, Marquess of Clare, Earl of Halferd and Pembroke, Viscount Barfleur and Baron St. Liz and Quickswood."

Kagome's eyes widened as she whispered, "You are the Archduke InuTaisho younger son."

Sango looked at the two men. "He is one of the people you are supposed to be meeting soon," she said. "This is not good."

Sir Koga came to stand behind Kagome. Kagome glanced back at Koga and walked towards Inuyasha.

"You have not answered why you are here," said Kagome.

Inuyasha glanced at Kagome and said, "Isn't it clear to you. We are killing a demon."

Kagome smirked and said. "I know you are killing a demon, but why here."

Inuyasha looked into Kagome's eyes and time seemed to stand still for the two. Kagome blushed a pale pink as her thoughts focused on being kissed by Inuyasha. Inuyasha thought about pulling her into his arms and kissing her until they couldn't breathe.

Inuyasha cleared his throat and glanced away saying, "The demon was heading this way when it crossed our path. We tried to prevent it from coming here, but failed."

Kagome curtsied and said, "Thank you very much for your timely intervention."

Inuyasha hemmed and looked away before saying, "Your welcome."

Lady Kagome approached Inuyasha and said, "My Lord, would you like to meet my mother and grandfather?"

Inuyasha looked at her and said, "I would be honored to meet your mother and grandfather, my lady."

"Sango, please escort Lord Miroku to my mother," said Lady Kagome. "Lord Miroku please follow Lady Sango."

Kagome shook her head at the damage to the door. She waved her hand and the damaged repaired itself. She took Inuyasha arm and headed to her mother.

"I am amazed by you power," said Inuyasha.

"To me it was nothing," said Kagome. "I am just one in a long line of magic users. Our homes have spells upon spells woven in the walls to repair and maintain the house. All I did was activate them."

Kagome escorted Inuyasha to her mother with Sango and Miroku arriving just before them.

"Mother," said Kagome, "I would like you to meet the Duke of Newcastle, Lord Inuyasha and his friend, Viscount Reading, Lord Miroku. Lord Inuyasha and Lord Miroku, my mother, Viscountess Oalton."

Lady Oalton curtsied and said, "The pleasure is mine."

Lord Inuyasha bowed and said, "At your service, my lady. I am sorry about our sudden appearance."

"You are forgiven, my lord," said Lady Oalton sweetly.

"Only a truly beautiful and charming lady could forgive us of such a rude entrance," said Miroku in devilishly charming manner.

Lady Oalton blushed and tapped Miroku on the shoulder with her fan. She said, "You are a charming rogue. Please allow Kagome and Sango to escort you to meet my father, Lord Cavendish."

Kagome took Inuyasha's arm and escorted him to meet her grandfather. She could hear Sango telling Lord Miroku that his comments and actions would lead her to slap him if he wasn't careful. Suddenly they heard a slap and Hentai coming from behind them.

Inuyasha glared at Miroku while following Kagome. His golden eyes seemed to promise a very nasty injury if he didn't behave from now on. Inuyasha smirked at seeing the red hand print on Miroku's cheek.

Kagome stopped next to her grandfather. She waited until he finished speaking before saying, "Grandfather, I have someone mother wanted you to meet."

"Who, Kagome?" Lord Cavendish asked as he turned to face her,

"Grandfather, this is Lord Miroku, Viscount Reading and Lord Inuyasha, Duke of Newcastle. Lord Miroku and Lord Inuyasha, my grandfather, The Earl of Cavendish."

"It is an honor to meet you, my lord," said Lord Cavendish.

"I am honored to meet you as well," said Lord Inuyasha.

"I see you helped to take care of a demon," said Lord Cavendish. "But crashing through a door is a unique way to be invited to a party."

"Lord Cavendish you will have to blame our entrance on Lord Miroku," said Inuyasha. "He has a tendency to be distracted by the female of the species."

"Ah," said Lord Cavendish. "A rogue with a roving eye. How appropriate."

Smack "HENTAI!" shouted Sango.

All eyes turn to Sango who slapped Lord Miroku for groping her. "Don't you ever touch me like that," threatened Sango.

"Lady Sango, I am sorry," said Miroku. "I don't know what came over me."

"I know what came over you," said Sango. "I also know what you'll be hit with if you try that again."

"If you know what is best,"said Kagome, "You will refrain or lose the hand."

"Kagome," said Lord Cavendish, "Do not do it. If Lord Miroku wishes to be invited back he will refrain of he will wish he had."

"I'm sorry," said Lord Miroku. "I did not mean to offend anyone."

"What a nice apology," said Sango. "To bad I don't believe you."

"Sango," said Lord Cavendish, "You will accept the apology of Lord Miroku and do not mention it again."

"As you wish Grandfather," said Sango. "I accept your apology, Lord Miroku."

"Kagome, Sango," said Lord Cavendish, "Escort these gentlemen where they wish to go."

Sir Koga stepped in front of the quartet when they left Lord Cavendish. He said, "You will let go of my mate."

"I am not and will never be your mate, Sir Koga," said Kagome. "I would rather be married to Lord Inuyasha then be mated to you. Take yourself off."

"You will be mine," growled Koga in challenge.

"If the Lady Kagome says you must leave then I suggest you leave," said Inuyasha. "She has also said she will never mate with you so I would not bring it up again."

Koga's eyes narrowed. "You will regret that," said Koga.

Koga reached out to attack. Kagome raised her hand and focused her thoughts. She sent Koga flying into a pillar.

"I will not tolerate any attacks or fighting in this house," said Kagome. "You will leave Sir Koga and never return while I am here."

"This way Lord Miroku," said Sango.

"Who was that?" asked Miroku.

"He is Sir Koga," said Sango. "He wants to be mated to Kagome."

"Why?" asked Miroku.

"Why not?" answered Sango. "Our family is one of the strongest when it comes to defeating demons. We create some of the best weapons and have the best spells in the country. Everyone wants to be related to us and Sir Koga has been making himself a pest ever since Kagome and I had our come outs. Kagome has been too kind to forbid him from coming back. This is the first time I've seen her use magic against him."

"She must really be upset," said Miroku.

"I would say she is really pissed off," said Sango. "Koga has really stepped out of bounds and will suffer for it."

Lady Kagome escorted Lord Inuyasha towards the French doors. She wanted some time away from the noise and the heat of the room.

"Do you wish for me to leave?" asked Inuyasha.

"No," said Kagome. "I just wish to leave here. I am tired of all these people and their awful chatter,"

"I could take you on a stroll around the gardens if you like," said Inuyasha.

Kagome smiled. "If you wish," said Kagome, "I will take you there."

"It would be an honor and a pleasure," said Inuyasha. "This way you can get away from the chatter and still be safe."

Kagome and Inuyasha walked out the doors and into the gardens. Kagome sighed in relief to be away from the party and the noisy guests.

"Thank you," said Kagome softly.

"I see you feel the same way I do at parties," said Inuyasha. "Confined to conventions when all you want to do is roam."

"Yes," said Kagome. "I do feel better if I didn't have to follow directions or conventions."

"Then relax and enjoy our stroll," said Inuyasha.

Kagome and Inuyasha strolled in the lantern lit gardens. They watched the night animals come and go. They were enjoying the peace and quiet of being in each others company. Just standing in the dark and holding hands seemed to have a new dimension to the night.

"Inuyasha," shouted Miroku. "We need to leave. We are expected at your father's."

"It seems we must part, my lord," said Kagome quietly. "I will lead you to your friend and then to the door."

"Thank you," said a subdued Inuyasha.

Kagome took Inuyasha's arm and slowly led him to Miroku. She tried to ignore the sensation of touching him. She could not believe how her heart seemed to race when she touched him. The night seemed to sing about kisses under moonlight.

"Goodnight Lord Inuyasha," said Kagome. "I hope you have a pleasant evening."

Lord Inuyasha and Lord Miroku left the house and headed for their destination. All Inuyasha could only think of the calming presence of Lady Kagome. All Miroku could think about was the firm bottom of Lady Sango. They both felt as if their lives were about to change in ways they could not see.

Chapter 2: Revelations

The next morning Sango confronted Kagome about her walk in the garden with Lord Inuyasha.

"Kagome," said Sango, "How did you enjoy your stroll through the gardens with Lord Inuyasha. Everyone was talking about how the two of you disappeared together."

"Sango," said a tired Kagome, "I needed to get away from everyone and Lord Inuyasha asked to see the gardens. I was only following grandfather's wish to escort Lord Inuyasha around."

"Is he not the most handsome hanyou?" asked Sango slyly.

"I think he is extremely handsome," replied Kagome. "I really wanted to stroke his silver hair and scratch those lovely ears."

"You really like him," commented Sango. "Do you think he will purr if you scratch his ears?"

"Maybe," giggled Kagome. "Sango, do you believe in love at first sight?"

"Yes," said Sango. "My parents fell in love and never thought about anything else. Part of me is very sad that they are dead. I remember them and Kohaku only has a few precious memories of them."

"I didn't mean to bring up sad memories," said Kagome. "All I know is when I look at Lord Inuyasha the whole world seems to vanish and it is just the two of us. I could stay like that forever."

"You really are in love with him," said Sango. "What will you do if you must marry the elder brother?"

"I would rather run away to Greta Green with Lord Inuyasha than be stuck in a loveless marriage," said Kagome. "I wonder what mom and grandfather would do."

Sango started laughing and couldn't stop. She was surprised to see Kagome so flustered. Sango had always seen Kagome as the cool level headed one who would do what she was told and here she was planning to runaway before anything had been settled yet.

XXX

Across town, Lord Inuyasha and Lord Miroku were dressed and discussing the events of last night.

"So," said Miroku, "Are you going to visit the Lady Kagome today?"

"Feh," answered Inuyasha. He had been thinking about going to see her today, but didn't want Miroku to know. Besides if he let Miroku 'convince' him to go. Maybe it would shut him up for a while.

"You know," said Miroku, "We really need to take her flowers and apologize again for crashing through her door."

"You mean when you crashed me and that demon through the door," said Inuyasha. "I didn't see you go through with us."

"A minor problem," said Miroku. "I just wasn't close enough."

"No," said Inuyasha, "You were too busy asking the lady in the street to bear your son."

"I was not," said a blushing Miroku. "I was trying to protect your back."

"No, you weren't," said Inuyasha. " Lady Kagome was the one who protected my back. You were mostly useless."

"I resent that," said Miroku. "Maybe you should thank Lady Kagome for her help."

"I can write a note to that effect," said Inuyasha.

"No," said Miroku. "You will do it in person or I will tell your father about the insult to Lady Kagome and her family."

"Fine," said Inuyasha tersely. "Anything else I need to do?"

"You could take her some flowers," said Miroku. "A nice little bouquet to say I'm sorry and thank you."

"What do you mean 'I'm Sorry'," snarled Inuyasha. "You ate the one who should be apologizing for crashing the demon into her door."

"For which I will apologize," said Miroku. "I think a nice bouquet will be perfect. Especially if I give it to the Lady Sango."

Inuyasha rolled his eyes. "Maybe I should tell your father about your behavior at the Lady Kagome's home," threatened Inuyasha. "We all know hoe that will turn out."

Miroku paled and coughed. He did not need his father to know about how he had treated the Lady Sango or what he had done in the Earl of Cavendish's home.

"You really should ask the Lady Kagome to go for a drive in the park," said Miroku. "It may throw off the gossiping tabbies."

"You are a bit late for that," said Lord Sesshomaru from the door. "Father read about your crashing through the door at the Earl of Cavendish. He wishes to see you in the study. Now."

Inuyasha glanced at Miroku and rose to go to the study. "Wait for me Miroku," he said. "We will make our apologies together."

XXX

Lady Sango and Lady Kagome dressed for practice before heading downstairs for breakfast. They would need some relaxation before they would receive callers. The two had already agreed to have a full practice session today with their brothers.

Grandfather was waiting for them when they reached the breakfast room. "Sango, Kagome, good morning," he said. "I felt since you met Lord Inuyasha last night I would tell you about the marriage contract."

Sango and Kagome gasped. They had never heard grandfather speak so openly about the contract before.

He glanced at the two girls and said, "Kagome you have the choice of which brother you will wed. I personally find the younger to be perfect for you, but the contract states you may choose which son you will wed. I hope you are able to find a little happiness in your marriage."

"Grandfather," whispered Kagome, "Are you sure about the choice being mine?"

"Yes," he said. "It was the way your great, great grandmother Kikyo arranged things with Lord Inu no Talsho. You have the final say and they have to win you."

"Thank you, grandfather," said Kagome.

Kagome and Sango ate then joined Kohaku and Sota for the morning sparring and weapons training. After a vigorous workout, the four went inside to bathe and dress for the day. They were lucky to have a natural hot spring in their house for bathing.

"Girls," shouted Lady Oalton, "Dress nicely for morning calls. You know today we will be receiving guests from dinner last night."

Sango and Kagome rolled their eyes and dressed in sprigged muslin gowns with silk inlays. Sango went with a pink, while Kagome dressed in her favorite green. The two were ready for anything when they joined Lady Oalton. Secretly they hoped an certain hanyou would visit them today.