A/N: I want to thank everyone who fav. and followed this story. I never dreamed I would get some many interests in this story. And sorry for the wait. I will try to update this story at least once a month. But I will never go beyond 2 months. It's not fair to you readers. And now hope you all enjoy the next chapter.
Chapter 2
After two weeks Lady Kikyo and King Taisho decided it was time for Kagome to meet his sons. The king sent a guard to each of his sons rooms. Telling them that at noon, they were to meet in the king's study room. It was an hour before noon when Lady Kikyo went to Kagome's room. In her hands she carried a lovely dress. Giving the door a knock before she entered and letting Kagome know it was just her, she then entered.
Kagome stood looking out her balcony window. Kikyo knew the young woman was scared, so Lady Kikyo tried to be positive. "Come my dear, let's get you ready for the meeting." Kikyo said, holding up the dress for Kagome.
When Kagome turned and look at the dress, her eyes grew wide. "Kikyo, I-I can't wear that. I don't deserve to wear anything that beautiful." Kagome said in complete disbelief.
"Yes you do my dear. Now come, it's time to get ready. The king doesn't want us to be late."
Laying the dress on the futon, Kikyo then helped Kagome get bathed and her hair washed and put up. Kagome was nervous and Kikyo could tell. "There's no need to be nervous child. The king's sons will like you. After all King Taisho will not let them miss treat you." After her bath Kikyo brushed out her hair and prepared her to put on the dress. "There we are my dear all clean and dressed now let's fix your hair." Kikyo took her time making sure Kagome looked her best.
And when Kikyo was done she left Kagome see herself in the mirror. "Oh my! Kagome said, when she finally saw herself in the mirror. The dress was a beautiful, light pink satin dress, a pair of matching shoes sticking out underneath it. Long, laced sleeves were covering the pale skin of her arms, ending right at her wrist, a golden wrap hugging the ends. Patterns were embroideries in silk thread all over her dress, making it come alive around her. The dress puffed at her shoulders, the silk shining in the light of the room. Since the dress was fitted to her size, it hugged her slim waist just right. Her neck was framed perfectly by the golden collar just above her chest, surrounding her pearl white skin in a perfect square. A pink, pearl necklace surrounded her neck with a matching pair of earrings shining in-between her dark, raven hair. Diamond jewelry hang loosely around her waist, continuing in a single line down by her feet. Her hair was fixed with the sides up and a few curls here and there.
"You look like a princess already my dear." Kikyo said, in a quiet voice. While placing a hand on Kagome's shoulder.
"I-I'm no princess. Not me Lady Kikyo, I'm just a piece of meat that's all." Kagome's voice got quiet then as she lowered her head. But she did in a small way feel pretty in that dress.
King Taisho set in his study. His mind was on the news he received earlier that morning. It seemed the enemy was starting to make It's move. One of the guards had informed him that a nearby village and all who lived there were killed. And it was a village that both humans and demons inhabited. His study door opened catching him off guard. He reached for his sword's hilt. But soon he knew the smell of his guests.
"Ah Lady Kikyo and..." The King was lost for words at the sight of Kagome. After a week of being well fed and cared for. Kagome looked like a totally new woman. "My but who is this lovely woman you have with you Lady Kikyo?"
Kikyo smiled and Kagome slightly blushed. "My King you know very well this is Lady Kagome." Kikyo said, motioning Kagome closer to the King.
Kagome kept her eyes on the floor not looking at the King. "My dear Kagome, you don't need to be shy. Please you are very much apart of this family now. King Taisho said, getting up from his seat and walking towards Kagome. Placing a clawed hand on each of her shoulders, King Taisho spoke. "My dear Kagome, no longer will you be tortured or hurt in anyway. You are a daughter to me in my eyes."
Kagome could feel her cheeks start to heat up as she blushed. But she nodded with a smile. "Thank you my King." Kagome quietly said, as she bowed.
"My dear Kagome you are most welcome. Now are you ready to meet my two sons?"
Standing up straight and her shoulders squared she answered. "Yes my King, and I will do my best to make you proud."
Giving her a smile and her shoulders a small squeeze, the King gave her a nod. "I'm sure you will my dear."
Lady Kikyo stepped forward and bowed. "My King if I may we must get into place. Your sons will be here soon."
King Tashio bowed to Kagome as Lady Kikyo took Kagome by her arm and lead her to their place. Lady Kikyo stood on one side of the King and Kagome on the other. And waited for the King's sons to arrive.
It was Sesshomaru who arrived first, his normal cold emotions showed as he entered the King's study. "Father, is this the reason you called me here? Just to see you have chosen yet another human mate." The King held his tongue at Sesshomaru's words.
InuYasha arrived next. His additude the same as always. "Okay I'm here! Now where the hell is this new damn caretaker?!"
King Tashio glared at his son for his rude mouth. A deep growl was heard before the King spoke. "INUYASHA! You of all need to be more respectful. Maybe this young woman here will be the one to make you see that." Placing an arm around Kagome King Taisho moved her out in front of him. "This is your new caretaker boys. Now before the pair of you start whining about this. I want you to think about how much either of you have been around the opposite sex. Now Kagome will be your new caretaker and I want her to be treated fairly."
"This is ridiculous father. I don't need such a thing as a caretaker. And I surely don't need to be around the opposite sex. Like this female could make a difference in my life."
Turning to his son the King answered. "I have no idea what will happen in this next battle my sons. I'm getting old and soon will need to step down. If this kingdom does not have a future King in line to take my place. The kingdom is done! Human laws are different compared to demon laws. You both know this my sons. If one of you does not have a soon to be mate, you can not take my place as king. You both need to learn what its like to be around a woman. It does not matter if she is a human or demon they both deserve to be treated the same."
The king noticed his second son InuYasha just staring at Kagome. The king knew that look. "InuYasha, would you like to say something on this matter as well?" King Taisho asked.
"Keh, this is stupid! I don't need some damn woman taking care of me." InuYasha said, his voice almost a growl as he spoke. Then he turned away with his arms crossed.
"I see. Well then if you boys don't mind. I have other matters to tend to. And Kagome, do you have anything you would like to say on this matter?" The King asked, looking at Kagome. He could tell the young woman standing next to him wasn't going to answer his question. But he gave her a chance to speak and an encouraging smile. "Very well my dear."
Sesshomaru finding the meeting with his father about having a caretaker ridiculous decided to leave. InuYasha however stayed. This woman was so...beautiful to him. She almost seemed to glow in his eyes. But he wouldn't show his interest for her to anyone.
The king decided to leave this matter for the time being he had other important business to tend to. The up in coming war was fast approaching. "Well since my first son is gone. Does my second son care to stay and show this young woman around? She needs to start her duties somewhere." King Taisho could tell Kagome was a bit shaken, but she seemed to feel safe.
"Keh, what is there to tell? All she needs to do is my laundry. But if she wants I guess I can show the wench around the castle." InuYasha said, as he started to leave.
"Very well my son. Show her around and let her know some things about you as well." Giving a bow to each of them the king dismissed the group.
A/N: I want to thank Meisae for helping me describe Kagome's dress. Her and I work on a story together called Please Remember! Plus she has a few stories of her own you should check them out.
