Basil
"If you are looking forward to his arrival as little as you seem miko; why are you cooking such an extravagant meal?" Sesshoumaru was leaning up against the counter beside the stove, watching as she created dish after dish.
He handed her the little container of basil she had gestured to before she answered.
"To prove to him that we are a fully functional family, even without him."
Moving behind her, he wrapped himself around her, running his fingers down her arms to her wrists, stilling her hands. He then whispered into her neck. "I won't allow him to hurt you or your family. Do not fear or cause yourself unnecessary upset. I protect what is mine."
Note: Mooooooooving. its Movable. And I'm right on count with NaNo.