So, I have redone most of my previous chapters, mostly combining a few of them and adding a few more details; so if you want to reread it that is fine, it does not change anything in the story too drastically. I also apologize for how long it is taking to update, my little one seems to have come down with something so I do not have much time to type out the new chapters and edit them. Another also…chapters are going to be longer, honestly! Lol I know I've said that in a previous chapter but…yeah ;p lol with that said, this is now Ch. 10, and not 12~ soo yeah~ enjoy =D
~Flying High~
He must have heard his bastard brother wrong that night. There was no way in hell that Sesshomaru had actually managed to find and save Kagome from Naraku, when that bastard did not want to be found, he was not. Another thing was the bitch behind Sesshomarus back was a full-blooded demoness, not some weak little human wench. 'Keh, defiantly heard the bastard wrong. He was just pissed because he didn't find Kagome.'
With that in mind, he turned to his side and draped his arm around the now somewhat warm body of his mate. Sure, Kikyo was not fully alive, but this was close, at least until she could have her full soul back. Once Inuyasha had his mate close to him, he fell into a dreamless sleep.
Waiting for Kagome to wake was a tense affair. The entire group seemed to be on edge just watching the girl sleep. They could not get over how easy it was for someone to steal her away right under their noses. A small, pained moan, tore their attention for a moment as the watched an all too familiar white light take over the young woman and in its place left a small snow white fox.
"The drugs seem to be affecting her greatly if she's reverted back to this form." Youko said in monotone.
Sango stood and walked over to the small fox. She looked to be only a foot taller than Kirara. Kneeling down she gently picked Kagome up and set her in her lap, gently stroking her fur. She was sad to see the state that her dear friend was in. She stayed like that for a few hours before slowly falling asleep with the tiny fox still in her lap.
Ever so slowly, Kagome started to open her eyes, her vision blurry at first she began to make out her little group. Miroku had a small smile on his face, Youko and Sesshomaru just looked relieved, and Kuronue had some weird look in his eyes. Immediately worried because she did not see Sango she tried to get to her feet but found that someone was holding her.
Looking up she saw she was sitting in Sangos lap and looking down she saw her two front paws. Silver eyes rolled comically as she hopped down from Sangos lap and sat facing away from her. Concentrating she attempted to change back into her humanoid form. Looking quite flustered, she shut her eyes tighter and seemed to concentrate harder. Growling in frustration, she stood on four legs and paced the campground.
Kuronue shot up, rushed to the frustrated fox, and scooped her up. Remembering to keep her at a distance, he looked at her silver eyes.
"You are positively adorable Kagome!" Kuronue said as he used one hand to pat her head.
Kagome just rolled her eyes and licked the demons cheek. Said demon took that as incentive and snuggled Kagomes face with his, muttering about her adorableness. Kagome just let out a few short growls and Kuronue looked at her with a confused expression.
"She wishes to be let down Kuronue." Youko said monotonously.
'You understand what I am saying?' Kagome asked in a series of yips and barks.
"Of course, I am a fox, am I not?" Youko asked sarcastically.
'Soon to be a dead fox, why am I not changing back?'
"I do not know, it may be a side effect from the drugs you held within your system." Youko said seriously.
Sango and Miroku looked at the two confused, of course, they knew that certain species of demons could understand each other when they reverted to their animal form, but they had never seen them do so.
'What are you talking about? What drug?' Kagome asked, slightly panicked.
"The drug they used when you were kidnaped…do you not remember what happened?" Youko asked.
Kagome tilted her head to the side, 'No, the last thing I remember was going to the bathroom.'
Youko took that as a good thing; he did not wish to explain what had happened after he set her free. He himself really did not understand why he had acted so foolish; he had been under the influence of other kitsune's pheromones and had not reacted as strongly as he did with the little one. Rubbing the bridge of his nose, he rose to leave.
"I am going to take a quick soak in the hot spring nearby." With that, he turned to leave.
'Wait! Take me with you!' Kagome asked pleadingly.
Youkos steps faltered for a moment. "You what?" He asked confused.
'I said take me with you.' Kagome barked out.
"That…that is not for me to decide, ask your 'brother.'" Youko said as he turned to leave once more.
"She needs not ask my permission for every little thing kitsune. You will do as she asks." Sesshomaru said, inwardly enjoying the look of shock and panic on the foxes face.
"Right…then come along little one." Youko said, walking away from the group.
Kagome trotted over to Sesshomaru, giving him a gentle nuzzle, before following after Youko. By the time she made it to where he was, he had already disrobed and was in the hot spring.
Youko just looked towards Kagome. "Well? Are you just going to stand there like a lost pup? Why did you want me to bring you along?"
'Because I um…I smell horrible and I cannot change back for some reason…' Kagome trailed off.
"You wish for me to bathe you?" Youko asked perplexed.
'Well…um…yes please.' Kagome said, head hung low in a form of shame.
Youko just sighed and shook his head. "You needn't feel embarrassed little one, it is not your fault. Come, I will wash your fur."
Kagome had a pleased look in her silver eyes as she slowly made her way to the spring. Looking confused for a moment, she gave Youko a questioning look.
"Come closer and I shall pick you up." Youko said with a small laugh. When Kagome did as asked he gently scooped her up and held her cradled in one of his arms. With the other, he scooped up some of the water and dumped it on her fur. He took great care when running his fingers through her fur, mindful of his claws. He had to hold back a chuckle when he heard her purr in contentment. Finished with cleaning the little one he sat her on a rock near the hot spring.
"I'm going to wash myself quickly, and then we can go, is that fine with you?" Youko asked.
Kagome merely nodded. 'Uh, Youko?'
"Yes?"
'Um, thank you…you know for saving me and all…and also for washing my fur.' Kagome said, slightly embarrassed.
"It is no problem little one, just try not to make a habit of being kidnaped." Youko said with a chuckle. When she merely snorted, he ducked under the water to finish cleaning his hair and body. With that finished, he stood to get out.
"Now, I'm going to get out and grab my tunic for you to dry with, no peaking." He said with a devious smirk.
'As if.' Kagome snorted out. Lying on her belly, she brought her forepaw up to cover her eyes.
Youko laughed as he pulled on his hakamas and grabbed his tunic. Walking back towards Kagome he gently picked her up and wrapped his tunic around the wet fox, gently drying her fur.
'Youko, when do you think we will meet up with Inuyasha?' Kagome asked in a small voice.
"I am not sure little one, are you worried about meeting up with him?" He asked.
'A little, we used to fight side by side, and now I am fighting against him…it's frustrating.' Kagome said.
Thinking about it, Youko could understand what she was saying. If he were in the same position she is in with Kuronue, he did not know if he could handle it, but she seems to be doing a great job of it. Well, as great as anyone in her position would do.
"You are a strong person Kagome. You needn't worry about the half-breed; you will have all of us behind you in this endeavor." Youko said, gently patting the little ones head.
Kagome just let out a sound of agreement and curled into Youkos tunic. Walking back into the camp he found the inhabitants asleep, even the ever stoic Daiyokai was asleep next to a tree. Looking down at the fox in his arms, he noticed her to be asleep as well. 'Well, I might as well sleep too, not like there is much of a threat here anyway.' With that thought in mind, Youko sat against a tree next to his partner. With Kagome asleep in his lap, Youko allowed himself to fall asleep as well.
Youko sensed the danger before he even heard the commotion at the camp. Slowly waking he took note of something soft pressing against him, and something gently tickling his sides. Groggily opening his eyes, he noticed snow-white hair and ears pressing further into his chest. 'What the…' Youko thought sleepily.
"Shit!" He said as he, rather roughly, pushed the girl off his person. Kagome hit the ground with a rather hard plop.
"Ouch…that hurt you know…" Kagome said, still rather tired.
Looking up she noticed the light pink tint to Youkos cheeks but before she could comment on it, she heard Sesshomaru growling in the background. Turning, she saw Kuronue, Sango, and Miroku restraining the Daiyokai. Putting the pieces together, she threw her hands up in defense.
"It's not what it looks like Sessho-kun!" Kagome said desperately, not wishing to see any bloodshed today.
"That kitsune has touched my imouto inappropriately!" Sesshomaru seethed.
"I was still in my animal form when I fell asleep last night aniki! As if I would allow that pervert to touch me inappropriately." Kagome said in an attempt to sooth the raging Lord.
Sesshomaru closed his eyes and took steady breaths. "We will leave as soon as everything is packed up and you change."
'As soon as I…what?' Kagome thought looking down at her person, which is when she noticed the rather revealing yukata, it barely covered her.
"Ahh! Why didn't you tell me sooner?" Kagome said as she rushed to Ah-Uhn to grab another yukata. Changing into the pale blue yukata, Kagome set about breaking the camp. When that was finished the six of them continued on their journey to Totosais.
Mid-afternoon is when they caught their first break. Stopping to eat a light lunch the group happily chatted with each other. That is until Sesshomaru suddenly stood protectively in front of Kagome, Tokijin drawn.
Before the group could question Sesshomarus action, Youko and Kuronue also took defensive positions. Sango and Miroku followed shortly after. They were somewhat surprised to see Inuyasha bust through the tree line with Tessaiga drawn.
"So this is where you've been hiding bastard!" Inuyasha said bringing Tessaiga up to rest on his shoulder.
"It is you who is the bastard Inuyasha, This one knows perfectly well who his father is." Sesshomaru said in his usual manner.
"Keh, I ain't here for your snappy comebacks. I'm here for the jewel shards you have in your possession." Inuyasha said. Finally taking note of who was also in the clearing, he addressed his former traveling companions. "So this is where you guys have been. Bunch of traitors."
"You're the traitor Inuyasha! You left Kagome in the hands of Naraku!" Sango seethed.
"Keh, I was getting tired of always having to save her sorry ass." Inuyasha said passively.
"Inuyasha," A feminine voice said from behind him, "That kitsune behind Sesshomaru seems to have the jewel shards."
"Really Kikyo?" Inuyasha said. "Well then fox, hand 'em over."
"No, they are mine." Kagome said.
Inuyasha froze a moment, 'That sounds like Kagome.'
"They do not belong to you, foul demon; they belong to me, the Shikon-Miko."
Kagome had enough at that point. "Ha! Shikon-Miko my ass, if you were really the Shikon-Miko I wouldn't have been needed to fix your mess." She said as she stepped out from behind Sesshomaru.
"Is that really you Kagome?" Inuyasha asked, confused.
"Yes, now it would be in your best interest if you and Kikyo put your weapons away. All we want to do is have a…friendly discussion." Kagome said.
When neither made a move to disarm themselves, Youko and Kuronue did it for them. Kuronue using his sickle to knock the bow out of Kikyos hands and Youko using a plant to bind Inuyasha to the ground.
"Now be a good puppy and sit there." Youko said in a condescending manner.
"Bastard! Let me out of this shit!" Inuyasha yelled.
"No, Inuyasha, you are going to sit there and listen. The final battle with Naraku is coming and we need all the help we can get. You are going to pull your head out of your ass and help us finish this once and for all." Kagome said in a 'this isn't up for discussion' manner.
"Keh, who died and made you queen, wench." Inuyasha said in a huff.
"This one is still alive, so she isn't a queen quite yet." Sesshomaru said, and Kagome laughed.
"The hell does that mean?" Inuyasha asked angrily.
"It means I'm next in line for Sessho-kuns lands." Kagome said matter of factly. Suddenly stopping, Kagome took a whiff of the air.
"What smells like wet dog?" Kagome asked Sesshomaru.
Sesshomaru just stopped and scented the area. "It seems we are to have a visitor, the Ookami, I believe. Do you not sense his shards?"
Kagome just shook her head sadly, she had not been able to sense the shards since Naraku had changed her into a demon.
"Is that why Naraku has need of the little one? She can sense the shards?" Youko asked Sesshomaru.
"Well, yes, Naraku would want her for that. He also wants her out of the way because she is the only one who can completely purify the Shikon-No-Tama." Miroku answered.
"I see, if that is the case," Youko said looking towards Kagome, "We will have neither half-breed have you."
"I can't sense the shards anymore…he should have no more use of me. Now he probably just wants to kill me."
Before anyone could comment on that, a whirlwind of dust filled the clearing.
"Would you look at that, Dog-boy is tied up with some business, which means my Kagome is free to follow me for now." Koga, the wolf demon, said to no one in particular.
"Keh, what do you want you mangy wolf?" Inuyasha asked, agitated.
"Why to sweep my woman away of course, where is she…and why do you smell like you rutted with a corpse?" Koga asked, holding his nose. That is when he took notice of Kikyo standing behind Inuyasha. "Well, that explains that, you actually mated that undead bitch? What is Kagome going to think when she finds out?"
A small, pained gasp filled the clearing. That is when Koga saw the unfamiliar faces in the little group. "What's going on?" Koga asked as the snow-white kitsune rushed past the group and into the trees, followed shortly after by the slayer.
"The hell did I miss?" Koga asked confused. Youko and Kuronue looked towards Sesshomaru who just sighed and motioned for the Ookami to join them in a discussion, Sesshomaru telling him who the Kitsune is the promise of telling him why she is in such turmoil later.
Off in the forest Sango was holding Kagome. "How could he do that Sango? It just doesn't seem like him…why am I never good enough!" Kagome yelled, frustrated with the way things were turning out at this point.
"It is not you Kagome, Inuyasha is just a fool. Don't cry, it will be alright." Sango said, in hopes to sooth her friend. Silent tears were still running down Kagomes cheeks as she and Sango made their way back to the others.
"Welcome back imouto." Sesshomaru said, slowly taking in her face. 'She is still crying over that pathetic half-breed!' Sesshomaru growled inwardly.
"Thanks aniki." Kagome said in a small voice, not really up for talking.
Kuronue looked at the girl and felt his blood boil. Leaning over he whispered something in Youkos ear. When Youko nodded, he made his way over to Kagome.
"Hey, turn around and hold out your arms." Kuronue instructed.
She did not move, just gave him a look of confusion. Kuronue just sighed. "Just do as I ask, please?"
Kagome nodded and did as requested. Off in the background she heard Youko talking to Sesshomaru.
"Don't kill him, okay?" Youko asked.
Before Sesshomaru could question why he would need to refrain from killing the bat an ear-piercing scream tore through the clearing then a delighted laugh.
Sesshomaru looked up to see Kagome in the arms of the bat flying in circles above the group. Kagome looked positively happy, and for that, Sesshomaru was glad.
"Your friend lives this time kitsune, only because it has cheered her up greatly." Sesshomaru said.
When the two made it back to the ground Kagome turned around and hugged Kuronue. "Thank you, that made me feel so much better!" Kagome said, giving him a light peck on the cheek.
Sesshomaru stared intently at the fox. "For that, your friend may just die." He said, completely serious.
Youko took that as a warning and went to intercept his friend before any harm could befall him.
Welp…that's chapter 10 everybody~ like I said before it may take a while for me to get the next chapter up and stuff soo…yeah~ thanks for reading~ reviews are welcome =D