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Nabiki's Plan
Sesshomaru enjoyed his quiet spot under a large oak tree. He watched the children play. He was hoping it would distract him from Yoruichi's scent. It is as if her scent has breached InuYasha's barrier. Of course InuYasha would have a weak barrier such as this. Every time he smelt her scent he thought of her, and it was starting to bother him. He just could not get her off his mind. Is she just outside the barrier? Maybe I should, no I won't search for that shinigami. Her scent is weakening she must be moving away. Unfortunately, her scent still lingers on me. Sesshomaru sighed. Sesshomaru returned to watching the children.
"Lord Sesshomaru, there you are. I've been looking all over for you," screamed Jaken as he ran up the small hill. "My Lord"
Sesshomaru stood up. "It's time to leave, Jaken."
"Yes, I agree. It's getting way too crowded. I'll hurry and let InuYasha know. We will be riding in the limo", said Jaken as if were begging.
"Very well"
Jaken rushed to tell InuYasha. He burst into the living room and announced. "Lord Sesshomaru is ready to leave. Inu" Jaken paused as he noticed Yoruichi sitting between Dan and Maru on a black leather couch. The incense burning in InuYasha's home had masked her scent. "Oh dear"
When Sesshomaru walked in the room his eye locked on to Yoruichi. He was glad to see her. It meant he didn't imagine her scent and it put his mind at ease regarding the dream he had earlier. Sesshomaru was not glad that she was sitting between Dan and Maru.
InuYasha interrupted his thoughts, "Sesshomaru you want to leave now, your shinigami just got here."
After InuYasha said that, Dan moved over and smiled nervously at Sesshomaru. Maru chose to ignore the statement.
Yoruichi, sighed, "I am not his shinigami."
Her protest excited Dan. He moved closer and closer until his leg made contact with hers. "If you're not his shingami," he took Yoruichi's hand, "will you be mine."
Yoruichi raised an eyebrow. She wasn't sure if the middle-aged man was serious or if he was joking. "Are you serious?"
"With every being in my body I am at an age where I need to settled down. I would be honored"
"Don't say it Dan," said Nabiki from a corner of the room.
Dan smiled and continued, "If you'd bare my children."
"Dan is a dead man," added Shippo.
Maru laughed. "Pay him no mind my dear, he already has children and three ex-wives."
"It's true I have daughters," he pulled Yoruichi's hand closer to him, "but I have no son to carry on my family's name. I'm almost 35"
Yanni coughed, "45"
Dan frowned at Yanni. He leaned in closer and lowered his voice. "Why don't we go somewhere a little more private?"
As soon as the others overheard Dan they turned and looked at Sesshomaru. Shippo shook his head and said, "Yeah, Dan is a dead man."
Jaken looked up and saw Sesshomaru had the same look on his face Sesshomaru normally did just before hitting Jaken. "Foolish human," Jaken moved behind Sesshomaru.
Yoruichi smiled at Dan, which surprised everyone and caused Sesshomaru's jaw to tighten. "You're joking, right."
"Dan, I believe you've bothered Yoruichi enough."
Sesshomaru's eyes changed. Her name, her name is Yoruichi. It felt as if a weight had been lifted. "Yoruichi"
He didn't say her name loudly, but Yoruichi heard him. It was something about the way he said her name. He added a softness to it, which made it sound as if she overheard him call out her name in his sleep. It captured her attention, and she turned her head toward Sesshomaru.
Knowing her name made Sesshomaru feel more powerful and in control. He said her name once more, "Yoruichi". This time it was loud enough for everyone to clearly hear. The others looked at him. They were waiting to see what he was going to say.
Sesshomaru liked the way her name sounded coming from his lips. "Yoruichi, are following me?"
Sesshomaru's question was not the others expected to hear. Their perplexed faces showed their confusion and disappointment.
"No, Sesshomaru, I was invited. I came for the", Yoruichi's eyes lit up, "food and to see the dragon."
"My dear, if I'd know you wanted to see, Koryu, I'd taken you to see him before Dan decided he wanted to use you for breeding." Maru smiled the kind of smile that made teenage girls swoon. "Koryu and I are good friends I bet I can get him to take you on flight. You'll be able to touch the clouds."
"Really", Yoruichi gave Maru a smile bigger and brighter than the one she gave Dan.
Which caused Sesshomaru to lower his brow once more and his jaw to tighten. "Yoruichi can already fly."
"Actually, I walk on air. Sesshomaru there's a difference". She turned to Maru. "Flying on a dragon sounds like a more fun."
Jaken interjected, "I am sure it is not as much fun as flying with Lord Sesshomaru."
"Jaken, I'll let you know after I fly on the dragon."
"Sounds like you're ready," Maru stood up and reached his hand out to Yoruichi, "I'll take you Koryu."
"So, Yoruichi, you only came for the dragon and food?" questioned Sesshomaru.
"I also came to train Nabiki, but we'll do it another day." She took Maru's hand and stood.
Sesshomaru wasn't going to let Yoruichi just walk away with Maru. "Yoruichi, what could you possible train a demon on?"
Yoruichi smirked. "Lots of things, Sesshomaru I'm sure I could train you on few things."
"Train me, I Sess-," Sesshomaru saw the look in her eye. He knew she was ready to pounce. "Humph, what could you teach me, Yoruichi?"
"Sesshomaru that sounds like a challenge." Yoruichi cocked her head slightly to the side, "Are you challenging me Sesshomaru?"
"No"
The other guest sighed. Dan was too busy staring at Yoruichi's curves to notice. Maru gestured for Yoruichi to leave.
"Oh" Yoruichi shrugged it off and started walking with Maru. She and Maru passed by Sesshomaru on their way out.
"Yoruichi," Sesshomaru saying her named stopped her from exiting the room. He continued, "it's not a challenge, it's training."
"Training you say," Yoruichi walked up to Sesshomaru, "training with me is privilege Sesshomaru, and if you're serious it's going to cost you."
Jaken stepped up. "Woman you should be honored that Lord Sesshomaru would even consider training with you." Sesshomaru glared at Jaken and he stepped back.
"As I was saying Sesshomaru, it will cost you," Yoruichi paused and stared in to Sesshomaru's golden eyes. She knew his was hiding something; this was more than about training. "If I win the session you'll have to stop trying to see me naked."
Gasps and "ohs" came from the onlookers. Jaken's jaw hit the floor. Dan added, "Sesshomaru, you're a man after my own heart."
Sesshomaru frowned at Dan. Yoruichi tipped toed and placed her finger on the Prussian blue crescent moon on his forehead. His frown melted away as he stared at her.
"Deal Sesshomaru", Yoruichi started the starring game.
He took her hand and asked, "What will I get when I win?"
"My, my, aren't we confident?" Yoruichi smiled mischievously. "You can have whatever you wish. So when would- "
"Now".
"Sesshomaru you're in a hurry, to meet defeat. It's fine with me but first", she stared deep into his eyes, "you'll have to let go of my hand." Sesshomaru dropped her hand. She smirked. "Now for the where."
InuYasha interjected, "We have plenty of land you can use."
"Paw Paw is right I know the perfect place," Nabiki was beaming, "follow me."
/-Training Sesshomaru vs. Yoruichi
Nabiki led Sesshomaru and Yoruichi, as well as the others, to a more remote part of the property. Jaken couldn't believe Sesshomaru was going to train with someone like Yoruichi.
"This will be interesting. It's been a long time since I've seen Sesshomaru lose."
"Quiet InuYasha, my lord will not lose to a shinigami."
"Paw Paw, I think Jaken is correct. Lord Sesshomaru wields the Bakusaiga." Maru watched as Yoruichi and Sesshomaru got in position. "The Bakusaiga can kill a 1000 demons at once. I'd bet everything on Sesshomaru."
"Really, Maru I'll bet you a month of community service, Sesshomaru will lose." InuYasha stared his grandson. He worried about him. Maru was a spoiled playboy, but he was also a smart businessman and people naturally liked him. InuYasha just wished he'd grow up. "If Sesshomaru, wins you can have a week of vacation anywhere on me."
"It's a deal Paw Paw." He and InuYasha shook hands. He smiled and said, "Tahiti here I come."
Everyone found a spot and waited for the training to start. Nabiki and InuYasha found a spot opposite of most of the crowded.
"Paw Paw, I can't believe you bet Maru. Now he gets to go on another vacation. He just came back from a two week long", Nabiki did air quotes, "sales and marketing training in Jamaica".
"Don't worry he's not going anywhere, but to a charity of my choosing. Sesshomaru is not going to win." InuYasha smiled as Sesshomaru and Yoruichi started.
"Get ready Sesshomaru here I come".
Yoruichi jumped up high into the air. Sesshomaru looked up in her direction and was temporarily blinded by the sun. When he was finally able to see he saw 15 Yoruichis coming at him.
"Your tricks won't work. I know your scent. Bakusaiga"
The great power from Bakusaiga destroyed the clones instantly. Tyr, Maru, Nabiki, and Yanni stared starry-eyed at the power of Bakusaiga and Sesshomaru.
Jaken cheered, "You're magnificent my lord."
InuYasha was not impressed. He yelled, "Sesshomaru, watch where you're firing that thing before you hurt someone. This isn't a battle field."
"Yeah, Sesshomaru, they're kids on the property," added Yoruichi
Sesshomaru was not impressed with Yoruichi's nonchalance as she stood in front of him.
"It does not matter." Sesshomaru lunged at Yoruichi with Bakusaiga. "I'll just cut you down."
Yoruichi dodged all of Sesshomaru's attempts to cut her. He was holding back. Yoruichi could tell he was not trying to kill her which was a good thing, but she could also tell he wanted to win. He was not above cutting her to do so.
He'd slash and she 'd dodge. It's like she reading my moves before I make them. She is fast and she's not slowing down.
Yoruichi was hoping to wear him out, but Sesshomaru had great stamina. Yoruichi decided to move on to another plan. Sesshomaru came at Yoruichi with Bakusaiga. She jumped and landed on the flat side of the blade. Sesshomaru was more than strong enough to hold her up in midair, but the feat did shock him.
It shocked the onlookers as well as the crowd "awed". InuYasha smiled. Jaken just stood with his mouth open.
Soten yelled, "Amazing."
Shippo pointed, "I can't believe she is standing on the Bakusaiga."
It was hard for Sesshomaru to believe it as well. He stared at Yoruichi. Her scent seemed to intensify, wrapping itself around him. It brought and odd feeling over him.
Yoruichi broke into his thoughts. "Sesshomaru, it doesn't matter how big and powerful the sword is if you don't hit the mark."
"In that case," Sesshomaru moved Bakusaiga. Yoruichi flipped back and Sesshomaru put away his sword, "I'll use my claws".
He came he came after Yoruichi with his claws. Sesshomaru was quicker and more agile with his claws. He came very close to getting Yoruichi. At one point he sliced through the air and tore the sleeve of her orange jacket. Yoruichi came in closer dodging his attack. She punched his armor cracking it. Sesshomaru pulled Bakusaiga out and slashed instinctively.
He tried to pull back but it was to late. Sesshomaru saw the sword make contact. Everyone gasped. Sesshomaru saw the blood. What have I done? "No, Yoruichi". His knee hit the ground as he reached out to grab her but there was nothing to grab on to.
Yoruichi wrapped her arms gently around Sesshomaru's neck from behind and whispered, "Gotcha you". She smiled and announced, "I win"
She's alive. Sesshomaru was finally able to breath again. I could've killed her. She. Sesshomaru didn't like the roller coaster of emotions he was feeling. It was a mixture of joy and sadness with a touch of fear. I have to clear my head. When Sesshomaru stood up pieces of his armor crumbled and fell to the ground. Sesshomaru started walking away.
"Sesshomaru," Yoruichi called out to him.
He stopped but didn't turn around. He teleported away. Jaken ran yelling as the orb of light disappeared, "Don't leave me my lord."
Yoruichi chalked up Sesshomaru's speedy departure to Sesshomaru being a sore loser. She was more worried about her stomach than Sesshomaru.
Nabiki was worried about Sesshomaru. She and InuYasha were the only two able to see Sesshomaru's face when he thought he cut Yoruichi down. It was the first time she'd seen Sesshomaru show any emotions. What worried her was when Yoruichi revealed that she was alive. Sesshomaru's face didn't return to its normal state. "Paw Paw is Uncle Sesshomaru ok?"
"Nabiki, you don't need to worry about Sesshomaru." InuYasha looked over at Maru, who looked like he was going to be sick. "You should worry about your brother. He's going to be working hard the next few weeks."
The thought of Maru actually working put a smile on Nabiki's face for just a moment. "Yeah, but Paw Paw did you see Uncle Sesshomaru's face a few minutes ago?"
Seeing Sesshomaru unnerved even if was just for a few moments didn't sit right with InuYasha, but he also knew Sesshomaru would bounce back. "I saw it, but like I said don't worry about him. He'll have that same arrogant look on face again in no time."
"But Paw Paw he and Yoruichi"
InuYasha saw the look in Nabiki's eye, "Haven't you played matchmaker enough for today. Don't try to use that innocent face with me. I know you didn't just happen to ask Yoruichi to train you on the same day you know Sesshomaru would be here. "
"Paw Paw, I'm surprised you would think that."
"I knew you and Rinette were up to something. I am still surprised Rinette managed to get Sesshomaru to come out here. I don't know what else you have up your sleeve."
Nabiki changed the subject. "Paw Paw, how'd you know Yoruichi would win?"
"Sesshomaru underestimated her. She's faster than him, and she was more prepared. Sesshomaru is skilled at fighting demons and she is not a demon."
\\\-Alone
InuYasha easily rationalized Yoruichi's victory. Sesshomaru on the other hand was struggling with the situation. He landed under the same tree where Jaken found him earlier. The children had gone inside. It was quiet. Sesshomaru closed his eyes and replayed the training session in his mind. He pictured Yoruichi's death and it made him uneasy. "Yoruichi, is fine so why do I feel this way? It was just one of her tricks. You can't trust a cat, even a beautiful one." Sesshomaru pictured her smile."
Sesshomaru opened his eyes. "That smile is part of it, it's all part of her game, the smile, the tricks, and her scent." A gentle breeze came through carrying her scent. Yoruichi's scent enveloped him. It seemed sweeter than before. It also brought up desires Sesshomaru had suppressed since he first saw Yoruichi.
He closed his eyes and thought about the night he found her soaking in the hot springs. Sesshomaru pictured himself joining her. He thought about how good it would feel to hold her wet body against his. Then the wind changed Yoruichi sweet scent was still in the air, but so were Maru and a dragon's scent.
"Yoruichi", Sesshomaru said her name in frustration.
Jaken heard him and mistook the frustration in Sesshomaru's voice for anger. Curse that woman she humiliated my lord. Her arrogance is appalling. Then she went off with the lecher and InuYasha's charming and handsome grandson. Jaken's negativity was not helping matters.
"Jaken"
"Yes, my lord." Jaken started moving closer.
"Leave"
"Yes milord." Jaken turned and started walking away. Lord Sesshomaru must really be upset and embarrassed. It's all because of that woman. It pains me to see him like this. Damn that shinigami.
Sesshomaru was upset but not for the reasons Jaken thought. Yoruichi was playing havoc on his body and mind as she flew above the clouds. It was just she and the dragon; the lecher and the charming playboy were on the ground. Sesshomaru continued fighting his desire to fly up and take her away from the lecher and the charming playboy. "Damn"
/ Dinner
Everyone sat and stared at Yoruichi in amazement. She was on her sixth bowl of gyudon. She just finished her fourth large bowl of nikujaga. They had lost count of how many sushi rolls she consumed as well as rice balls and tempura.
"Wow, you out ate, Tyr," Yanni looked at his brother struggling to finish his third bowl of nikujaga, "you're medical miracle. A man twice your size would have passed out by now."
"Yanni, I am going to take that as a compliment." Yoruichi before slurping down her fifth bowl of miso soup.
"Yoruichi would you like some more tempura?"
"Yes, thank you Alana."
"Does anyone else want anything?" asked Alana.
They responded with a collective "no". The men excused themselves and went to watch television in the den. The children went back outside to catch the last few hours of sunlight. Yoruichi, Nabiki, Soten, and Alana remained. Nabiki had a look on face to lead Yoruichi to believe it was a setup, but Yoruichi wanted more tempura. It was the best tempura she'd had in over 50 years. She pretended not to notice the trap.
Nabiki started. "It's a shame Uncle Sesshomaru, missed a really great meal."
Yoruichi continued sipping her tea. That didn't take long.
"Yes, Nabiki, men can be that way." Soten looked at Yoruichi out the corner of her eye. "They can act like little children."
Yoruichi still didn't bite. Sesshomaru acting like a child is not my responsibility.
Nabiki decided give Yoruichi a little push. "What do you think Yoruichi?"
"About what?"
"Uncle Sesshomaru's, hmm, behavior, you know him getting upset and leaving like he did."
"I think's acting like sore loser. He's less than half an acre away he's probably waiting for", Yoruichi paused as the three ladies stared at with anticipation, 'he'll probably come in sooner or later."
"You should go talk to him. His pride has been bruised. The quicker you get it over with the easier it will be."
"Soten, I am not apologizing to Sesshomaru."
"No, don't apologize", Soten and Alana responded at the same time.
"What I meant was you need stroke his ego. For example, I can only beat Shippo two times in a row. Then I have to let him win, if I don't I have to deal with his sulking. When he goes into sulk mode for more than a day. I send the kids away for the night. I make him his favorite meal. I flatter him, I charm him, and then we spend some quality time together. The next day he's giving me a foot message."
"I am not cooking for Sesshomaru. I think you all have the wrong idea about Sesshomaru and me. I"
"Yoruichi we understand, you're bold and independent and he's" Alana searched for the words.
Yoruichi added, "Cold and arrogant".
"Ok, we'll go with that, it makes your relationship dynamic and complex."
Yoruichi raised an eyebrow and stared at Alana and Soten. "Relationship"
Nabiki interjected before Yoruichi could finish, "Uncle Sesshomaru was upset when he thought he'd accidently hurt you." Nabiki decided to embellish a little. "That's why fell to one knee, he was grief stricken."
"See Yoruichi, that's why you should go to talk to him," Alana smiled, "your tempura will be finished by the time you get back. I am making a fresh batch just for you."
So that was their plan, to withhold the tempura until I talked to Sesshomaru. I'll see their tempura and raised them a fluffy with attitude. Sesshomaru isn't going to want to talk to me. It'll be his fault and maybe I'll get an extra egg custard out of it too. "Fine I'll go talk to him, but after I eat my custard."
/Talk
Yoruichi flashed stepped over to Sesshomaru. She saw he was asleep. He's asleep this works out even better. I'll just say he was asleep and I didn't want to disturb him." Yoruichi smiled and turned around.
"Yoruichi" her name slipped from his lips.
Yoruichi's smile faded. She sighed and turned around. Sesshomaru was still sleep. Hmm, so you're dreaming about me Sesshomaru. Is it a good dream, bad dream, or a naughty dream? Yoruichi stared at him. He was a beautiful man. Yet, his claws made him seem wild and untamed. She liked that about. He wasn't like any man she'd ever known. Hiding behind those facial markings and his fluffy was a dangerous and powerful demon. She found the danger to attractive. But you'll wake up turn into I, Sesshomaru, won't you. Yoruichi sighed.
"Yoruichi" he said her name once more but this time a slight smile warmed his face.
Maybe you're having too good of a dream. Yoruichi attempted to touch Sesshomaru to wake him. When she reached for him his instincts kicked in and he grabbed her hand. She tried to twist away. He opened his eyes they were red instead of golden. He pulled her up against him.
Luckily for Sesshomaru, Yoruichi had he strength and the presence to brace herself using the tree and remain on her feet instead of landing his lap. If she had Yoruichi would have realized just how good a dream he was having starring her. His eyes returned to normal.
His mind was still a little hazy with thoughts of the dream. The fact his chin was resting on Yoruichi's breast was not helping matters. He found her softness to be inviting. Their golden eyes locked. He was waiting for her to do something, and she was waiting for him to say something.
"Lord Sesshomaru" Jaken yelled, as ran up the hill.
Yoruichi pulled away and Sesshomaru let her go.
Velveteen: Now he knows her name and he's using it in those dreams he's having.
Miko: Yeah, the naughty dreams. How come you didn't write that dream out?
Peace in Chaos: I wanted to leave that dream to your imagination.
Velveteen: Ha Sesshomaru's family recognize Sesshomaru and Yoruichi's relationship
Miko: Sesshomaru and Yoruichi can deny it all they want but they do have a relationship of sorts.
Peace in Chaos: It's just not the relationship you find in fairy tales. I've got run but until next time peace