How a Cat Tamed a Dog Demon Lord Part 9: Kagome's Time and Meeting Kikyo
I was currently sitting at the kitchen table with my mother, sipping some tea. She smiled as she saw me sip my tea.
"Hard to believe you and your friends finished putting the jewel together, Kagome. Seems like just yesterday you accidentally fell down the well."
"I know, Mom. Thanks to my wish being pure, the jewel gave me the ability to go through the well to see you and Souta whenever I want."
"That makes me so happy, dear."
"Hey, Kagome! I'm here!"
I opened the door that led to the courtyard and smiled as I saw Inuyasha.
"Right on time, Inuyasha. I'm just finishing my tea, then we can head back."
He smirked as he looked behind him, and I followed his gaze. My eyes widened as I saw Sesshomaru and Toshiro approaching the house.
"Inuyasha, how did they get here?"
"The well, what else? They can use it just like I can."
"Really?! Since when?!"
"Since now. Now finish your tea so we can head out."
I sighed heavily, but decided not to "sit" him this time. Toshiro smirked as she looked at the inside of my home.
"I see why you enjoy coming back to this place, priestess. While it is close to civilization, it's private enough."
"Yeah. The privacy is nice. We're up on a hill, so we're away from any wandering eyes."
Toshiro's POV:
I looked around Kagome's home, taking in the different smells. I felt something furry rub against my leg and smirked when I saw a chubby cat. He looked up at me and meowed. Kagome smiled as the cat continued rubbing against my leg.
"That's Buyo. I guess being a cat demon helps."
"With what?"
"He usually doesn't warm up to stranger that quickly."
After Kagome packed her yellow bag, we bid her mother goodbye and headed back to the well. After Kagome and Inuyasha jumped into it, I positioned myself to jump in, but Sesshomaru held me back.
"Sesshomaru?"
"When shall we make our union official, Toshiro?"
"Once we get back to the palace and no sooner. We just have to be patient."
"Hn."
I smiled and wrapped my arms around his neck.
"No need to worry, Sesshomaru. Our mating won't be happening for a while, but that doesn't mean I'll ever leave you."
He wrapped his arms around me and kissed me deeply. He pulled me even closer to him, deepening the kiss. I wrapped my arms tighter around his neck, returning his kiss just as eagerly. After a while, we reluctantly pulled away. I smiled at him again as he picked me up in his arms.
"I look forward to our union, Sesshomaru."
"As do I, my cat demoness."
After arriving back in the Feudal Era, Sesshomaru looked at me.
"I must be heading back to the palace to inform the staff of your arrival. I will arrive for you tomorrow morning after the morning meal."
"I'll be waiting in Inuyasha's village."
He smirked and lightly touched his lips to my neck, where my mating mark would eventually appear. I felt his smirk widen as I shuddered slightly at his touch.
"You have no idea what you do to me, Toshiro. I am looking forward to having my way with you."
"I bet you are, my lord."
He soon disappeared and I followed the scents of Kagome and Inuyasha to the village. As I walked through the forest, I saw several long, skinny, silver creatures flying around. I narrowed my eyes as one approached me and wrapped itself around my shoulders. I relaxed as I understood the creatures weren't a real threat.
"Interesting. My Soul Collectors have never reacted that way before."
The creature flew toward the sound of the voice, as did the others. I looked to see a woman that looked similar to Kagome. She had similar eyes, and her long, black hair was placed into a tie that rested against her back. She also wore a priestess kimono. She smiled softly as she looked at me.
"You must be the cat demoness called Toshiro. I have heard a great deal about you."
"I wish I could say the same."
"Ah, yes, forgive me. My name is Kikyo."
"How are you on this earth? You smell like death."
"This body is made of dirt and bones. I was brought back to this world by a witch."
"Why haven't you been able to cross over?"
"I am not all too sure."
I looked in the direction of the village, smelling Inuyasha's scent approaching.
"It may be because Inuyasha has yet to let go of you. He told me about what happened to the two of you."
"I see."
"Hey, Toshiro. What's the hold up?"
Inuyasha narrowed his eyes as he saw who was beside me.
"Kikyo?"
"It has been a while, Inuyasha."
"Yeah, I guess it has."
I smiled as I noticed how nervous he was.
"Inuyasha, I'm getting the feeling you two have a lot to talk about. I'll meet you back at the village."
"Yeah, no problem."
I looked back at Kikyo, who smiled back at me.
"It was nice meeting you, Toshiro."
"Same to you, Lady Kikyo."
By the time I reached the village, the sun was beginning to set. Kagome looked around, noticing Inuyasha was gone.
"Toshiro, where's Inuyasha?"
"He saw me talking with Kikyo on the way here."
"Oh. What about?"
"I was talking to her about why she hasn't crossed over yet. My guess is that Inuyasha hasn't truly let her go yet, so her spirit can't go where it belongs."
"Kikyo!"
Kagome and I looked at each other, then Sango and Miroku stepped out of their hut.
"What was that?!"
"It was Inuyasha!"
We all ran to a clearing just outside of the forest, where we saw Inuyasha looking up to the sky. Kikyo's body was glowing radiantly as she looked down at us.
"I thank you all for finding the jewel shards and putting them back together. Kagome, I thank you most of all for making the right wish."
She looked at Inuyasha, who by now had small tears falling down his face.
"Inuyasha, I thank you for loving me in life. Thanks to you letting me go, my spirit can move on. Know this: I shall always be with you."
After Kikyo disappeared, Inuyasha fell to his knees as he continued looking to where Kikyo was. I tapped on Kagome's shoulder and pointed to him.
"Talk to him, Kagome. I have a feeling you'll be the one to get through to him."
"You sure?"
I nodded and the rest of us headed back to the village, praying Inuyasha would feel better soon.
That's a wrap for part 9. After a brief visit to Kagome's time, Sesshomaru heads back to his palace, telling Toshiro he'll return the following morning. Kikyo, after a brief encounter with Toshiro, finally crosses over, revealing Inuyasha finally let her go. Part 10 will begin in Sesshomaru's POV as he prepares to bring Toshiro to the palace, where he plans to make their union official. Stay tuned to see what happens
