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Let Me Fly, Let Me Love

Chapter 14

Kagome was stunned to put it simply. Nothing was registering in her brain. It was like everything had just shut down. She was sure she was just staring at him like a fool. Her mouth was agape and her breath had caught in her lungs. She must have been quiet for too long because Sesshomaru took a breath and stepped away. "You're silence is answer enough," he spoke, his tone colder than Kagome had ever heard it. She knew in that moment that she had hurt him, and strangely, she felt an aching in her chest that closely resembled guilt for doing so.

He turned to walk away, and she finally found her voice. "W…wait!" she tried to call, but it came out a whisper.

The Great Lord simply stopped and turned his head to the side. "I am through waiting miko. I awaited your return for three months. This Sesshomaru no longer has the patience to wait."

He waited for three months?! That means he knew I was gone. I can't believe Nyata was right. I don't know what to do. I don't want to hurt him…but I'm afraid. I'm afraid of getting my heart broken again. I don't know if I could take that kind of pain again…immortal or not, she thought helplessly.

The sound of his receding footsteps propelled her forward. "Wait please Sesshomaru! Let me explain," Kagome tried to reason.

"What more is there to explain Kagome?" he rounded, "You have made it quite clear to me that you do not want this Sesshomaru. I am a prideful being. You are lucky I am permitting you to live after this. Take what I have said in the past few hours and erase it from your memory. This Sesshomaru had no time for you anyway."

Those words cut deep, but another part of her knew he was saying this out of anger and hurt. From her knowledge of dog demons, they are very emotional creatures, when they allow them to show. A rejection from a potential mate is extremely painful to endure. Kagome knew all there was to know about rejection. Refusing to let things end this way, Kagome used her speed to quickly appear in front of him. Apparently, that caught him off guard. "Damn it Sesshomaru. You will listen to what I have to say!"

He growled that menacing, yet strangely sexy growl and flexed his claws. "Don't be so foolish to assume you can order this Sesshomaru wench."

Kagome through her hands up in the air and let out a frustrated sound. "God you are so damn stubborn! It's not my fault your question caught me off guard sheesh. I barely know you Sesshomaru, so excuse me for being a bit terrified by your proclamation. But since you so clearly have changed your mind, I guess I'll take my leave. And to think I was considering your offer. Arrogant ass!"

She turned with the intent to return to the village, but came to an abrupt halt when she felt the Lord grasp hold of her arm. He whipped Kagome around so fast that she swore she got some whiplash. When she managed to focus enough to look him in the eye, he was staring at her dangerously close. "Do not play with me miko," he growled slowly.

How dare he accuse…! Why I oughta! So arrogant! But… Do I really want to accept his offer though? Yes! No, it's too suspicious. It could be a trap. But…he's so hot, and he's been so sweet. Plus, this is a chance to get to know him. Plus no one said I HAVE to mate him right? Well…I guess it wouldn't hurt. But how do I convince him I'm serious about this?

There was only one thing Kagome could think of that would do the trick. However, his height made it somewhat of a challenge. But then she got a wicked idea. Faster than he could register, she grabbed the arm that was cutting off the circulation in her arm and used it for leverage. Kagome dipped down in a swinging motion, her leg sweeping out to effectively knock the demon lord on his back. He obviously did not expect her attack because he fell quite easily. When he was down, Kagome quickly scrambled on top of him and put her hands on both of his wrists, using her miko powers to keep them there. Immediately, he was growling and snarling. It was clear that his demon was not happy and neither was he at being subdued by a female, but she had to do this. Kagome took just a second to admire his handsome features, before she leant down and whispered in his ear. "Here is your proof that I mean what I say." She leant back slightly and drug her nose along his masculine jaw, her heart beating like crazy. She prayed he wouldn't kill her for this.

Kagome closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and pressed her lips to his gently. Sesshomaru was having an internal battle with himself just seconds before her shocking forward act.

That little wench. How dare she!? First she rejects me and then has the audacity to attack my person. I'm going to kill this bitch!

Why!? Why did she have to reject us? We make good provider, good mate, and good father to pups! Why?

And then she shocked the living hell out of Sesshomaru. She whispers softly in his ear, "Here is your proof that I mean what I say," and then proceeds to kiss him. Oh, it was so soft, so sweet, so Kagome. His anger fled instantaneously. The feel of her lips was an aphrodisiac. Sesshomaru felt drunk off her taste, her smell, her entire essence. Her entire being flooded his senses and he became lost in her. No other had ever made him this way before. Sesshomaru couldn't resist bringing his hands around her petite frame and holding her to her. Her lips timidly moved against his own, showing him just how innocent she really was. He wouldn't be shocked if this was her first real kiss. So, to make it more memorable for her, Sesshomaru brought one clawed hand to cup her cheek and deepened the kiss. Needing to taste her fully, he begged for entrance to her beautiful mouth. At first she hesitated, before he practically howled in pleasure at her relenting.

OH. MY. GOD. Why had I never thought of this before? I was almost certain he was going to push me off and then behead me where I lay, but instead, those lips, those smooth, sensual lips moved against my own, Kagome happy-danced in her mind. She couldn't believe she was kissing the Lord of the West. The lips that she presumed to be just as cold and rigid as the demon-lord himself were actually soft and warm and inviting. Kagome would happily spend the rest of her life in this very moment. Unfortunately, her body had other ideas for her. She broke the kiss panting slightly from the lack of air. Still, she nose to nose with Sesshomaru. Neither dared to move for fear of ruining such a climactic moment. The world moved about them but the two were oblivious to it; they were too lost in one another to so much as notice the womanly figure smiling knowingly from the tree above them before it vanished completely.

Kagome was the first to come to her senses. She leapt up from Sesshomaru's lap and began to dust herself off, a light blush adorning her cheeks. With her back turned to Sesshomaru, she did not notice him already standing behind her. Kagome turned back around and began, "I'm sor…"

"Do not apologize Kagome," Sesshomaru cut her off.

"But I…" Kagome protested.

Sesshomaru put a clawed finger to her lips to silence her. They both looked at each other contemplating how to go about the next move. Finally, Sesshomaru spoke. "I am going to ask once more Kagome; will you do this Sesshomaru the honor of allowing him to court you?"

Well this is it, Kagome thought.

Please say yes. Please say yes, Sesshomaru's beast chanted.

Kagome paused for a moment just to tease the overgrown puppy, before letting one of her beautiful, heart-warming smiles light up her face. "Yes. Yes Sesshomaru, I will."

That rare smile made its way across the Lord's face as he caressed her beautiful rosy cheek, still aflame from the moment of lost romance. Kagome returned his smile delicately. To her surprise, she actually felt quite content with the idea of allowing the Demon Lord to pursue her. She, unfortunately, had to voice her concerns about her leaving in a few days time. "Sesshomaru, you do know that I have to leave day after tomorrow right? For another two months?"

"This Sesshomaru is aware of you're upcoming departure. It is to complete your training yes?"

Kagome nodded, "My trainer gave me three days time to check in with my group to let them know I was ok. I never would have predicted this happening. I mean…I hardly know you, and to be honest, I'm quite nervous about it."

Sesshomaru understood the young woman's concerns. To reassure her, he placed a strong, but gentle had to her cheek. "You have nothing to be nervous about my dear. Once you return, you will learn everything about me, and I of you. It is my duty to prove that I am a suitable mate for you."

"It is my duty also. You will learn that I am not like most girls, Sesshomaru. I believe in equality," Kagome answered him, seriously.

He let out a small chuckle, "That I know all too well Kagome." Sesshomaru glanced at the afternoon sky and back to her delicate heart-shaped face. "I should probably return you to the village for now lest my half-brother come through swinging Tetsuiga like an idiot."

Kagome giggled sweetly at the insult but agreed nonetheless. She didn't want Inuyasha causing another scene either. The idea of sitting him to hell and back wasn't as appealing at the moment. They both walked slowly back to the village in a comfortable silence. Kagome feeling more at ease in the Demon Lord's presence then she had ever expected.

Oh. My. God. I can't believe I just agreed to that. Have I gone insane? I don't think so. Maybe. Yes. No. Ugh! Agreeing to let him court you was probably the stupidest thing you could have done Kagome. Way to go! And look; now I'm yelling at myself. He doesn't even know the truth about me. How the HELL am I gonna tell him about that? Kagome looked to Sesshomaru walking beside her taking in his looks. Flawless skin, masculine face with beautiful jaw line, lips full, his demon markings that just added to his beauty, that amazing snow-white hair that seemed to never get dirty. The man was just over all perfection; a god. Kagome let out a small groan internally, her face towards the sky, why do I do this to myself? Because I'm sick, twisted, and get a kick out of torturing myself. Letting out a sigh, Kagome resigned herself to what she had done. Maybe things will turn out ok. I mean. The. Man. Is. Gorgeous. I wouldn't mind being mated to something so scrumptious.

Now where did this promiscuous Kagome come from? She had been spending too much time around her future friends. All they talked about was the latest guy they had screwed. They all agreed that Kagome needed to get laid. That she was too up tight all the time. Maybe I do need to get laid, Kagome giggled to herself, sneaking another look at the exquisite specimen of demon male beside her. She wondered if he was having any of the same thoughts she was. She didn't get to dwell on it much before the sounds of village, indicating their return, brought her out of her musings.

Well, she thought, if I'm gonna do this, I might as well have fun doing it. And with that thought in mind, Kagome began formulating a plan to get to know the Taiyoukai even when she returned to her world.

Ok so I know it's been FOREVER since I've updated and I deeply want to apologize to all my readers. It has become increasingly difficult to find time to update. I am a junior in high school taking 3 AP classes and 1 honors. So I'm doing about 7 hours of homework each night. It takes me a bit longer to find the energy to write a good chapter. I'd rather not write than give you guys a crappy story. I apologize if this chapter is not my best one, but PLEASE REVIEW anyway. I appreciate the comments. In the next few chapters, you're going to notice Kagome's character changing. She's going to start becoming a bit more confident and bad ass. Until next time. Later!