Title: Trouble with Math
Author: C_E_S_09
Prompt: Smart
Genre: General
Rating: T
Word Count: 300
Warnings: None
Summary: Sesshomaru helps Kagome study for a test.
A few weeks later, Kagome was studying for a test the next day. Her math book was seriously close to being thrown into the campfire, however. Groaning, she rubbed her temples and attempted to concentrate on the algebra.
Five minutes, three sighs, and one angry huff later, Sesshomaru finally opened his eyes and turned to her. "Miko, what is the cause of your irritation?"
"This stupid algebra! I just can't seem to understand it."
His curiosity piqued, he moved to sit beside her and glanced down at her book. What he saw nearly boggled his mind. "This is very advanced mathematics. What are the letters for?"
Kagome glanced up at him to make sure he wasn't joking. She then launched into a short explanation of the troublesome subject. Fifteen minutes later, the youkai was the one showing her how to complete the equations she was having trouble with.
"You know, I wouldn't have figured you to be one for math."
Sesshomaru let out a barely-noticeable huff. "Do you not believe me to be intelligent?"
Kagome quickly reassured him, "It's not that! I know you're smart, I just pictured you as more the type for diplomacy or weapons."
The youkai actually smirked at that. "You are correct. As a child, I was serious about weapons training, and my father was adamant that I study diplomacy. However, I am quite adept at mathematics as well."
Kagome sighed. "I know. I'm never going to pass this test."
"I disagree. You are...smart as well, Kagome. "
The miko's eyes darted to the youkai's at his compliment. A blush spread across her face.
Across the campfire, Inuyasha frowned while Sango and Miroku smiled to each other.
"Thanks, Sesshomaru. Now, will you help me study more?"
