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Kagome slowly woke up, feeling rested and content. She stretched her muscles groggily, then froze. This wasn't her bed. She looked down and noticed Sesshomaru's arm wrapped around her waist possessively and his face snuggled into her neck.

Her face heated and she tried to sit up, but the unyielding arm would not move. She huffed, and looked down to see Sesshomaru eyeing her lazily. His golden eyes were not cold this time, but merely were gazing at her with interest and dare she say, affection?

Sesshomaru awoke when he felt the Siren moving next to him. He hadn't realized in his sleep that he had pulled her close to him the way he did. But for some strange reason, he didn't mind. She looked beautiful in the morning and her gentle scent tickled his nose. He felt his beast rumble in appreciation.

"What am I doing here?" She asked quietly. Sesshomaru let her go and she sat up. She stood awkwardly and waited for an answer. The captain lazily sat up and looked at her, amused.

"You passed out last night after confronting the demoness, Kagura. I was tired and did not feel like taking you to Sango." He stood and took off his shirt so he could bathe.

Kagome quickly turned away, embarrassed out of her mind. "O-Okay. Well thank you." She quickly made to the door when an arm snaked its way around her waist. She was pulled against a hard muscular chest and was staring into the red-tinted eyes of Sesshomaru.

"Uhh… Sesshomaru?" She asked, a little scared, but also a little turned on. He leaned down and placed his face in her neck. He breathed in deeply, and goose bumps broke out on her skin.

Her small hands travelled up his muscled arms, and she was shocked at how warm his skin was. It was hot and almost burned her.

"This Sesshomaru requires you to sleep in his bed from now on." His voice rumbled out and she felt his chest vibrate. Her mouth fell open.

"What? I shall do no such-" Kagome started to object.

"Do you not like this Sesshomaru?" He interrupted. Her fingers wove themselves into his soft hair and she cursed herself. Why was her body reacting this way?

Because he is so damn hot and you want him. Came her internal voice. Plus, you kinda like him.

Kagome ignored her voice and focused on an answer. "Well yes, but not like that." She lied. Sesshomaru pulled away and she was struck at how ferocious he looked. How wild and untamed. How unlike his usual self.

"I can sense your lie." He leaned in, and Kagome leaned in for the kiss… that never came. He pulled away with a smirk. "Face it. You want me." His hands travelled down and grasped her behind firmly. He pulled her flush against his body and she could feel his hard manhood pressing into her stomach.

She gasped at the feeling, but it wasn't unwelcome. All her life she had been the good girl who had barely had contact with the other gender. But this man before her made her feel things she had never felt before. She wanted to shed the image of the good girl, and get a taste of the other side. It was fun and thrilling, and she wanted to take the bull by the horns.

But at the same time, she had morals. She didn't want to give herself to a man when she knew it would mean nothing to him afterwards. She wanted to be a bad girl, but she wanted to be bad with a man she loves. She didn't know if that man would be Sesshomaru, but she could see something blooming between them.

She decided to take it slow, but have fun at the same time. If love grew, then it grew. If not, then she had had a good time, but nothing she would regret.

It was her turn to smirk. "I do want you, but not as much as you want me." She rubbed her body against his, and could feel his heart race. His red eyes darkened in response and his head dipped to capture her lips in a kiss.

It was just like their first kiss, wild and passionate, and it left her breathless. Her heart was racing and she decided to take a gamble. Her tongue snaked out and licked his lips. He growled softly and opened his mouth. Their tongues fought for domination, which he inevitably won. She felt heat pool in her stomach and her sensitive area between her legs grow wet.

Sesshomaru could smell her arousal and it drove him wild. If he didn't stop soon, he wouldn't be able to. He knew she didn't want sex, but he didn't want to end it. She tasted so sweet, like nothing he had ever tasted before. He needed more, more of her.

He had never felt anything like the way he was feeling with her. When he was with her he felt at peace, yet at the same time could feel this driving force pushing him to make her his. But he wouldn't. He couldn't trust his own feelings when it came to pleasure.

Kagome pulled away, gasping for breath. She noticed his eyes were back to gold, and he let her go. She suddenly felt cold, and pouted.

He looked at her, how her mouth was swollen from kissing, how her luscious chest was heaving in excitement.

"Well, I better go prepare for when we port," she stammered. He didn't reply, and she left quickly. Sesshomaru shook his head and began his own preparations for docking.

Kagome dressed herself in a vibrant green dress with a wide neckline and tuffs of lace that tried (and failed) to cover her cleavage. Sango agreed that the pirate attire didn't fit the Siren, and a more feminine look was best. Kagome frowned at the thought of shoes. She had gone barefoot on the ship, but Sango was saying that wasn't the best idea for going on land.

So while she was teetering around in her high heels, she was talking to Sango about her stitches.

"It happened while I was saving Sesshomaru, and it's all healed now. But they itch and I can't remove them myself. Can you do it for me Sango?" She asked.

The cook looked surprised. She glanced up from lacing her boots to glance at the struggling Siren. That wasn't her area of expertise. She scratched the back of her head.

"I don't think so, Kagome. But Miroku is the ship's doctor. I'll get him to remove them before we reach port." Sango replied. She stood up and secured her long hair in a ponytail.

"Thanks," Kagome said. She was starting to get the hang of the high heels. She stood in front of a mirror and began fixing her hair. She brushed it out with the comb her mother gave her. She pulled some hair away from her face and secured it with the comb. Seeing the comb made her remember how she has to tell her mother she's about to go on land.

"If you see Miroku, tell him I'm on the deck," Kagome said over her shoulder. Sango hollered back an "Ok."

The crew members were busy preparing the boat for port. She saw Inuyasha tying knots in the rope around the mast and waved at him. He awkwardly waved back, a small blush staining his sheets. She smiled. How cute.

She walked to the edge of the ship and placed her hands on the rail. "Mother," she called.

Immediately the waves got more violent. Her mother rose out of the sea and hovered in front of her. Her face was still strained from the news of Kikyo, and Kagome's heart wept for her.

"Yes, my daughter?" she asked. The crew members had stopped what they were doing and were gathering around.

"We're supposed to port in Shanghai today. We'll be there for two days. After that we're going to Japan." She reported. Her mother nodded, a worried look coming into her eyes.

"How is your stay here? Are they treating you fairly?" she asked, casting a glance about the people behind her. Kagome nodded.

"Yes, they are treating me fair. I even have friends." She smiled. Calypso gave a small smile as well.

"Good. It is a relief to know this is not an unpleasant experience for you." The goddess reached over and brushed a strange of hair from Kagome's face.

"I must return. The kingdom is in turmoil ever since news of Kikyo's betrayal became public. You are our last hope," her mother said. Kagome nodded. She knew this.

"Also, beware. Naraku is said to have spies in China, especially Shanghai. Tread carefully, and watch what you speak of." The look in her mother's eye told her she meant the necklace. Kagome nodded her understanding.

Her mother disappeared back into the water, and Kagome let out a breath. She felt a tad bit homesick, but shook it off.

"Kagome?" came a voice from behind her. She turned and smiled.

"Miroku, thank goodness. I have these stitches that need to come out," she replied, showing him her arm. He nodded and asked her to come down to the infirmary.

"LAND HO!" Came Shippo's loud cry. Kagome paused and turned, excited to see her first view of land.

The land was foggy, but she could make out a huge mass of green and brown. It was a little disappointing, and it showed on her face.

Miroku chuckled. "Don't worry. It'll be much more interesting when we get closer."

She looked at him, wondering what he meant. She shrugged and followed him down, happy to get the annoying stitches removed.

Calypso returned to the castle in better spirits. The news her daughter gave her was pleasant, and all seemed to be going according to plan. The business regarding Kikyo had weighed heavily on her heart. She hoped Kagome had the strength to set her free.

"Your Majesty!" cried a young guard. She turned to him quickly, noting the panicked tone in his voice.

"What is it?" She demanded. The young guard bowed clumsily.

"You have a visitor in the throne room. She claims to bear important news!" The guard claimed. She left immediately, wondering what it could be.

She entered the throne room. Everyone bowed accordingly, and she noticed one figure in the middle of the room did not bow. She wore a cloak that covered her face.

"Who are you and what is your business here?" The queen asked. The figure removed the cloak from her head to reveal a young water demon.

"I represent an incarnation of Naraku," replied the young demon. "who wished to remain anonymous. I have been paid to bring you news."

"What news?" She asked, suspicious.

"Naraku is the one that took your youngest from you." And with that she threw Souta's sword on the ground in front of them.

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