As the Snow Falls

by pandapowerme

With the death of Naraku and Kagome's inability to return to the future, the once time-traveling miko is now going village to village helping those in need; but what happens when the one that needs her help the most is none other than the icy demon lord himself? A drabble series that follows the growth of Kagome and Sesshomaru as they raise an ever growing Rin.

10. Roundabout Compliments

Disclaimer: I do not own InuYasha

Chapter 10: Roundabout Compliments

"To take to heart the words of the exception seems..." Sesshomaru paused trying to find the proper word to describe it.

"Unorthodox?" Kagome offered.

"Foolish," he supplemented as she rolled her eyes in response. "As to why you remain the exception, this Sesshomaru does not know. Personality? Maybe. Or is it your looks? You seem..." Golden eyes slithered over her appearance and she could feel her cheeks heat up; whether from anger or embarrassment, she didn't know nor cared. "...Acceptable, for a human." His careful words were tinged with distaste. Kagome simply snorted.

"I'll take that as a compliment."

"Hn."

Posted: 8/9/13

Words: 100

Prompt: none