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Teach Me, Teacher
"Sit, miko."
Kagome was surprised at the order, though she did as she was told. She searched momentarily for a suitable place to sit, though after finding no such place, she settled for a cushy patch of grass. She'd expected him to say something along the lines of 'remove your clothes, girl' or 'on your back', or something equally as to-the-point and slightly crude. This… was different; she wasn't entirely sure what expect…
"We will discuss the proper etiquette for our arrangement," he told her, features blank.
She quirked a slim brow, wondering aloud, "There's etiquette… to sex?"
"When dealing with youkai," he affirmed.
Kagome blew a little raspberry, muttering under her breath, "And you said that I make things too complicated."
"Inu demons, while not completely ruled by our animal counterparts, rely heavily on instinct. Stronger youkai have the ability to control many of these instincts, though the urges are still present. During rut, a youkai's instinctual impulses are far more prevalent." Sesshomaru lectured, eyeing the miko critically as she absorbed his words.
Kagome had learned that – since the daiyoukai was not very forthcoming when it came to communication – it was best to read between the lines when he did speak. Putting the pieces of the puzzle together, she guessed, "So, you're saying that there are certain things that I should and shouldn't do while we're… y'know… because those actions evoke your instincts in a negative way?"
Pleased that she was so perceptive, the big demon nodded once, supplying, "This one shall instruct you."
Kagome, ever the eager pupil, tucked her legs beneath her and straightened her posture, ears attuned to the pale figure before her. She doubted Sesshomaru was the type to impart his wisdom on a regular basis, and she certainly wasn't going to squander the opportunity.
He gave a small nod of approval, and began. "Firstly, gentle ministrations, such a grooming and cuddling, are practices reserved for courtship, or shared by mated pairs. It is not done between lovers. Do not expect such things, and do not take such liberties with my person."
The priestess frowned, asking sullenly, "So, that means I can't run my fingers through your hair anymore? Really?"
"It is not done," he repeated firmly, eyes narrowed.
Huffing, she crossed her arms and pouted, mourning the loss of her privilege. His hair was so soft, like spun silk… she would definitely miss combing her fingers through it.
"Secondly, should you do anything that displeases me, inu reprimand their partners with a nip to the ear. In the event of such a thing, you may ask for forgiveness by nuzzling or licking the chin. Doing so will sooth any urge I may have to punish you further."
Kagome gave a small, wide-eyed nod. It seemed that sexual intercourse brought out quite a bit of the animal inside them, and while the idea didn't bother her, it did make her a little nervous. She'd had plenty of experience with youkai over the years, but never had she been physically intimate with one, and it sounded as though her experiences would be… different, and a bit dangerous.
"Sex - between certain breeds of youkai - revolves around the male as the dominant, and at times you will be expected to acknowledge that. Shows of dominance must be met with submission; never struggle. If you do, it will be seen as an act of aggression and resistance, and will be met with violence."
'Yep, definitely dangerous,' she confirmed, wilting a bit. However, the knowledge didn't dampen her desire to continue. Sesshomaru seemed to have a tight grip on his own instincts, and she trusted him not to hurt her intentionally. With time and practice, she would learn – and she'd always prided herself on being a quick study.
"There is one other thing you must know," the daiyoukai said sternly, his tone suggesting his next statement would be one of great significance.
Kagome perked, abandoning her previous musings to give the inu lord her full attention.
"It is imperative that you do not fully expose your throat to me at any time during our coupling."
She recalled doing that quite clearly, chewing the inside of her cheek as she mulled over the meaning of the act. "Is it alright if I ask 'why'?"
He nodded, divulging, "To bear the neck is a sign of trust, and also an invitation to place the mating mark. Because youkai are more vulnerable to the call of their instincts while rutting, the temptation of such an offering is difficult to ignore. While this one is aware that you would not use his vulnerability as a chance to gain wealth and title, others have attempted as much, and all have met the same end. In such a primal state, I may not be able to stay my claws."
"Ah," was all she said, the short utterance accompanied by a wide-eyed look of incredulity. There were actually women in existence that did that sort of thing? How… low.
"Do you have any further questions?" Sesshomaru inquired.
She shook her head after a moment's pause, answering, "No, none at the moment."
"Very well. Should you think of anything, be sure to ask me immediately."
"Alright. So… what now?"
The daiyoukai approached her, kneeling in front of her seated form before quickly beginning to unfasten the buttons of her cardigan. "Now we shall see if you are able to remember everything I have told you."
Blushing, she stammered, "Oh… practice m-makes perfect, I guess?"
"Indeed," he agreed as he flung her sweater over his shoulder carelessly. "I have always favored the hands-on approach."