Disclaimer: I do hereby disclaim all rights and responsibilities for the characters in this bit of whimsy... especially for the one who is without rival... probably. A nod of recognition is bent towards Rumiko Takahashi for her creative prowess.
Chapter 37: Scenic Route
They climbed steadily upward, for within the castle walls, everything was arranged in tiers. Tile-roofed pavilions, vine-draped gazebos, arching trees, gleaming koi ponds, weathered stone walls, and brightly-painted gates formed a spiraling maze that Sesshoumaru navigated with ease. Seeing no one nearby, Kagome whispered, "Are those guys back there supposed to be your rivals?"
He paused, nodding as he met her gaze.
"You're stronger than all of them," she declared authoritatively. Just then, a powerful youki clashed with her senses, and she glanced past him in surprise, realizing she'd spoken too soon. Kagome furtively mumbled, "Whoops... except maybe that one."
Original Posting Date: March 21, 2011
Prompt: Oneshot Contest at Dokuga Contest, Whoopsie
Words: 100