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Kagome huffed in frustration. She threw the sword down to the floor and threw her hands up in the air.

"I quit!" she cried, "This is completely useless. I'll never learn how to use this thing correctly."

Sango lowered her sword and sighed. Kagome had a really hard time learning the proper technique to use a sword, but it was very important she did so. Sango wouldn't be able to protect her all the time.

The day was getting late, and the crew members lounged around them, watching with amused looks on their faces.

"That's because Sango sucks at teaching," spoke up Inuyasha. Sango glared at him and stuck her hands on her hips.

"Oh, and I suppose YOU can do better?" she asked. The half demon shrugged.

"Probably." He said.

"Great!" spoke up Kagome. She walked over to where the half demon sat and pulled on his hand. "Then you can teach me."

Inuyasha blushed as the beautiful girl grabbed his hand. He looked away and stood.

"Fine." He drew his own sword and faced her. "Now spread your feet and face me." She did so awkwardly. He frowned and walked over to her.

Correcting her posture, he noticed how close he was. He could smell her soft, clean scent and for a moment he was distracted.

"Uh, Inuyasha? Are you ok?" Kagome was looking at him with concern in her deep blue eyes. He jumped away as if burned.

"Psh. Yeah. Now hold up your sword. Block me." He swung at her and she quickly brought up the sword. "Good. Block me again."

It went like that for another hour, and Kagome didn't have any patience left.

"This is ridiculous. I don't want to just block my attacker every time!" she said angrily. She threw the sword down. Inuyasha glared at her.

"Well you're not ready to learn how to be on the offense." He defended. She walked over to Sango.

"Don't you have anymore kinds of weapons?" She asked. Sango thought and shrugged.

"Well, yeah, but it's not good for close contact." She said. Kagome smiled.

"Perfect!" She said. Sango rolled her eyes and laughed.

"Miroku," she called, "go grab the bow and quiver."

Naraku was losing his patience with Kagura. He had not heard back from her in a while and he needed news of Sesshomaru's Siren.

"Kanna," he said quietly. Instantly, the little white girl appeared in front of him. "Show me the Siren."

Her mirror wavered, and the Siren appeared before him. She was being taught how to use a bow and arrow. The girl was interesting. She was almost the complete opposite of her sister, Kikyo. He could tell the girl had raw power waiting inside her, and something else he couldn't put his finger on.

He knew this girl was a threat, and he couldn't have any more threat when it came to Sesshomaru. They were already almost to China. It wouldn't be long before they set foot on Japan.

He frowned. He could sense Kikyo behind him. The Siren in the mirror faded and Kanna left.

"Why were you spying on Kagome?" she demanded. Naraku turned a bored eye to her.

"I do not have to explain my every move to you, Halfling." He said. Kikyo flinched at the name, and her anger grew. Why would Kagome get his attention? She wasn't even powerful, let alone even here.

"My sister is weak. She has nothing to do with us." She said. Naraku leaned against the wall with a soft sigh. She was the exact opposite, but Kikyo didn't need to know that.

"Curiosity. I wanted to compare my Siren with his." He said. Kikyo was surprised.

"And?" She asked.

"And I'm disappointed." He said. "Now, leave."

Kikyo felt anger rise inside her, but she turned and left. She may hate Naraku, but he was powerful and she needed to stay in his good graces.

Kagome sat on the rail of the deck, staring out into the dark abyss that was before them. It was the night before the full moon, and it made her a little nervous. She thought again of the necklace her mother gave her.

She bid it to appear and it did, rising out of her skin quickly and emanating a soft glow. It was a curious thing, this pink pearl. It was warm to the touch and seemed to pulse in her fingers. She knew there was more to this necklace than her mother let on, but answers would come in good time.

She thought of Sesshomaru and of their encounter earlier. She blushed at the thought, but the way he made her feel was something she had never felt before. What was he to her? Was he anything but her boss? She didn't know. Her feelings were confusing. She knew she wanted him. Who wouldn't? The man was sexy and commanded respect. He was stern, yet he still cared about the people close to him. Even if he didn't want anyone to know.

Something flapped behind her and she jumped. The necklace disappeared back into her and she spun around, bow and arrow ready. But there was nothing. Just the empty deck. She lowered her weapon and sighed.

"Jumpy, Siren?" Came a cold voice. Kagome turned again, and saw Sesshomaru standing there.

"No. I just thought I heard something." She looked into the dark sky, but seeing nothing but the thin crescent moon. Sesshomaru too looked up, his senses sharp.

He could sense a demon that was not unknown to him, but not completely familiar either. Frowning, he approached the Siren, alert and focused in case the demon came near again.

"Tomorrow we port in Shanghai," the captain said. Kagome looked at him, nervous. She had never been on land before. And tomorrow night is the night she loses her ability to maintain legs and must stay in the sea.

"How long will we stay?" she asked, staring up into his regal face. He was so beautiful, so royal. It was hard to believe he was only a pirate.

"Two days." He replied. Kagome bit her lip. She would have to figure out a way to get to the sea without him knowing. If he thought she was weak, he might not want her.

"Alright. And then we go to Japan?" she asked. He nodded, looking up at the sky. Suddenly, he leapt up into the sky, and Kagome could no longer see him. She was surprised, and wondered what he was doing. She heard a distant cry, and Sesshomaru landed in front of her, a woman pinned in his arms. She wore a strange garment, one that Kagome had never seen before.

Kagome tried to swallow the jealousy that welled up inside her, but it was hard. The woman was beautiful, and obviously a demon. What was she doing here?

"Kagura, I should have known." He thrust her from him and she stumbled forward. She regained her composure and turned to face them, her red eyes cool.

"Sesshomaru-sama. It has been too long." She said. Her expression turned lustful as she gazed at the captain.

Kagome was really confused. Lord? What did she mean by that? And what was with that look she was giving him?

Sesshomaru bristled under her stare. How dare she look at this Sesshomaru like that? It was only one time he allowed himself to rut with her and he was in heat. His beast had been in control, not him. He would never have soiled himself with her otherwise.

"Leave this ship immediately and return to your master." He ordered. He was not in the mood for this.

"Naraku is not my master," she snapped viciously. Kagome's eyes widened. Naraku? This woman worked for Naraku? What was she doing here?

"What do you want?" Kagome asked. Both of the demons turned to her, not expecting her to speak.

"So this is the Siren," Kagura waltzed over and looked her up and down. Kagome frowned, not liking this demon. She put her fists on her hips and stuck her chin out.

"Yeah. What of it?" She demanded. She was a proud daughter of Calypso. Who was this woman to judge her?

"Naraku ordered me to kill you if you were a threat," she said, "but I can see you're no more than a mere kitten."

Sesshomaru growled softly. How dare she speak to the Siren that way? He was about to step forward, but Kagome beat him to it.

She tightened her hold on the arrow and pointed it at Kagura. She had been quick to draw her weapon, and the demoness hadn't expected it. Her red eyes were wide with surprise

"I am not some mere kitten, demon. But you will not be killing me tonight." Kagome snarled. The air around her crackled with power, and the demons took a step back. The power felt like holy power, but this Siren could not have any holy powers. She was the daughter of the goddess of mischief.

Kagura frowned and leapt onto her feather. She had to get away from this Siren. She could obviously not control her powers, and the wind demoness's skin had begun to burn and flake from the holy power.

She flew away, and Kagome lowered her arrow. The power in the air died down and Sesshomaru observed the Siren curiously. Where had that power come from? Sesshomaru had a lot he needed to figure out about this Siren.

Kagome felt spent. She had no idea what had come over her, but this power had welled up inside her and she felt like it would burst any moment. She felt powerful and yet not completely in control. It scared her. For the moment, she was glad it was gone.

Kagome swayed, her strength leaving her. Her bow and arrow fell to the floor with a soft crack. Her legs went out from under her, but Sesshomaru was there to catch her. The last thing she remembered was golden eyes staring at her, a hint of concern in their depths.

Sesshomaru wondered how he got into this position. The Siren was limp against him and unconscious. He picked her up bridal style and headed back down to his room.

He placed her in his bed and climbed in after her. He had no idea what he was doing or why. He was tired and only wanted to sleep. His body was on autopilot.

Good decision.

Sesshomaru growled at his beast. He was not in the mood for this.

His beast shut up, and Sesshomaru was grateful. He closed his eyes and sleep soon overtook him, but not before he felt the Siren snuggling close to him.

sorry if it seems kinda boring. more steamy stuff will happen soon!

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