So I feel really bad for being away for sooo long. I will quickly explain my absence and then allow you to read my finished story. So I was pregnant, high risk at that, and spent my time finishing school and in the hospital. I gave birth in July, and then my time was consumed by baby and sleep. My facebook account was hacked and my hotmail account. So I had to change all my things linked to purevil_angel666hotmail. If you have been sending anything to this email please resend to angelic_. I have nothing, absolutely nothing, that was sent to that account.
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Scroll Thirty Seven – Future Unfolds
Three days after giving birth Kagome was allowed to rise from bed to take part in the small ceremony that Sesshomaru had permit for the stillborn pup. Though it was not traditional for the inu clan, he made the exception since his mate wasn't inu. A small house like tombstone was created and Kagome placed it within the gardens, though the child was buried on the outskirts of the family's gravesite. It would be a constant reminder that there should have been one other in their pack, something Sesshomaru wasn't sure was for the best. In his mind he thought a constant reminder would make it hard for his mate to get over her grief. Nevertheless, he did think the small token was respectful to the little pup, it showed her spirit that she would never be forgotten.
It was weeks later when Sesshomaru would be proven wrong about his conclusion. Kagome seemed to handle the death of the pup far better than expected. For a while she would go out each morning and leave a little offering. In the months to come she changed her routine from daily to weekly then monthly and eventually yearly. He knew that secretly she had named the child; he could hear her whisper Kisa when she talked to the stone. But Kagome was careful not to share the information with anyone else, probably fearful that he would find out after he had told her that pups that had not lived needed no name.
On the other hand, like all inu pups, Kisho grew quickly. Kagome was doting as ever but not just to her own pup. She tended to Rin until Sesshomaru put his foot down and told his mate that she was to be treated as a child no longer. Shippou and Souta were another case. As soon as the two were taller than her Kagome broke down into a cry. Sesshomaru had to spend the afternoon comforting her as she began telling him stories about the silly things both boys had accomplished when they were younger. Kisho definitely brought the most tears to his mother, tears of happiness in most cases. His first words, first crawl, first steps, first hair cut (much to Sesshomaru's reluctance), and many more first in the years after.
Sango and Miroku were constant visitors to the palace. At times it seemed the two were breeding a clan of their own. Two children turned to more than half a dozen. By the time the slayer was too old to carry any longer the monk had fathered thirteen children, though the loss of two brought the total to eleven. When the monk and slayer neared their death bed Kagome did something that Sesshomaru didn't find too surprising. She promised to watch over and care for their family in the generations to come. It was only natural that the inu growl about the idea... however given the circumstances the inu moved the family closer to the western palace. Sango outlasted Miroku by three days; Kagome didn't seem shocked by this, yet it didn't help with the tears in the least.
As happy as the family was in general, the outside world was always changing. Kagome was a tool that the youkai used in order to stay alive in the world. Although she didn't like sharing the future for fear of changing it, she couldn't bear the thought of losing her family, so she gave in and bestowed hints upon what the future was like. With her help, Sesshomaru was able to put together a meeting between the lords of both high and low class. Though at first few liked the idea, war plaguing the lands and killing humans and youkai alike changed the minds of all. Slowly, youkai became extinct in the eyes of humans. It was the shadows of the world where the youkai hid and in spite of appearing to die the youkai society thrived. Their power was placed into the hands of humans who had no idea that behind the scenes they were manipulated by the same youkai they tried to kill off.
All efforts were use to alter youkai's appearance and aura. With the help of those youkai who could transform and the vast power of Kagome, different techniques were invented to convert jyaki of any youkai, pure or half-breeds, to take the facade of a human aura. The appearances were something that many youkai could shape on their own. It was only a matter of putting a bit more effort into riding the exterior of markings and different eye and hair colour. Kagome constantly told Sesshomaru that there would be a time when unique hair and eye colouring would be acceptable because of something she called contact lenses and hair dye. Until then he suffered with the usual black hair unless within the confines of his house. His mate mumbled under her breath the cruelties of the world whenever he had to change into something he was not. Youth was a different matter. Many of the young were unable to take on the appearance needed. It was Kagome who fashioned different items that held the power of the parent. That power could be manipulated by the original source allowing a parent to hide their child's appearance to the outside world. Of course a youkai was able to see through the concealments, mainly because they knew what to look for. The only others who were lucky enough to be told were those close to a pack, or married into the families.
Rin and Souta were both sworn to the house, like Kaede, preventing them from dying mortal deaths. Souta never settled though. Instead all his time was spent serving the Western Army in any way he could. Being human and knowing of the future made him an ideal candidate for tasks that others would not understand. Rin ended up mating a young inu from a small island realm. His family had made quite the impression on Sesshomaru and the inu lord had pushed for the arrangement in hopes of increasing the island's potential. Kagome was more natural about the idea, explaining that no pup of hers was ever going to be forced into a permanent position against their will. If Kagome mated for love then so would all others that came in the generations to come. Rin ended up confessing her love to the lord and lady and so there was no longer an argument for Kagome to make. Shippou met a young kitsune half-breed while on a mission for Sesshomaru. He still hadn't mated the beautiful girl, regardless of his adoptive mother's persistence.
Overall, everything took time. Kagome and Sesshomaru both lead the youkai population to its safety and it was only when things were completely settled that the miko became conscious of the way Sesshomaru had made sure to stay away from her during each of her heat cycles, even when his collided with hers. But Kisho was full grown and capable of protecting himself. He had learnt the importance of his power and no longer suffered from the dark whispering he heard when he was younger. So the woman figured it was well past due to try for another pup.
The insufferable heat was no longer much of a pain, but she could already feel it taking affect and she desperately wished for yet another pup to carry in her arms. It just so happened that she knew Sesshomaru had begun his heat less than a week ago, the timing was more than perfect. A wave of reiki floated their current home. Kisho was hiding away in his room for some reason. Souta was in the courtyard with a few buddies, and Sesshomaru had once again locked himself in his study. She ignored all others and made her way slowly to the office hidden in the back of the three story house. No knock was needed; she knew her mate was aware of her presence.
"Come back later," he hissed.
"No," Kagome spoke plainly.
"I'm busy koi, there's trouble..."
"There's always trouble somewhere, but you have to learn you can't take care of everyone's problems. Well unless they are family. Speaking of which I have an issue you must handle."
"What is it?" he grumbled, finally giving her his undivided attention.
In a slow saunter she made her way to him and carefully placed her hands upon his lap as she leaned over him. Her claws carefully kneaded his inner thighs as she whispered against his lips.
"You have to take care of me," she said.
Sesshomaru sighed, "Why now?"
"Because," she climbed on his lap and rubbed against him, already feeling that he was reacting to her, "You're in heat and so am I, which means we might be able to have another pup."
"Not this time."
"Why not?"
"It isn't the time."
"Sure it is what's stopping us."
"We should wait until the next time."
"But that won't be for decades."
"There is time enough to have them later."
"I don't understand your reasoning."
"You don't have to, my word is law."
"What is it your afraid of?"
"I am Sesshomaru I fear nothing."
"Then you should agree that we should have another pup!"
"I told you bitch I will not pup you!" In his anger Kagome was pushed off his lap as Sesshomaru took to standing over her while she laid on the floor.
"Then at least tell me why!" Kagome shouted in tears.
"I won't lose ...!"
Kagome didn't need to hear anything else. Sesshomaru had fretted over Kagome for months after Kisho was born. He was always near to guarantee she took care of her health. The miko knew it was because he had seen her surrounded in blood and he feared for her safety as well as the pup's health.
"I don't want to see you hurt because you've lost another pup and I refuse to take the chance to lose you as well. You are irreplaceable... For that reason I will not pup you until we are certain that it will not endanger your health or that of the pup."
As logical as the answer she received was, Kagome was not about to give up.
"Just once. It might have been a fluke last time. I'll even take it easy and I won't move around too much unless needed. Please Sesshomaru just this once."
Sesshomaru bowed his head and turned his face away. He stood still for many moments, taking in the sound of her hiccupping breathing as she cried. Usually when she wanted something she begged and then gave him those puppy eyes he could barely resist. Her tears were another matter entirely. Deep inside he found that the knot of reasoning was being slowly pulled apart and untied. He stepped over the miko and offered a hand to help her up.
"Let's say you don't become pupped after this, will you wait for the machinery you speak so highly of that comes in the future?"
Kagome nodded.
"Very well koi. But only once, no more."
If she knew Sesshomaru at all, he would attempt to hold back. However Kagome knew he wouldn't be able to resist her endeavours once he had even slightly given in. So she obediently nodded, though her inner self was smirking. The hesitation in the inu lord's eyes didn't go unseen by the miko so she tried to ease his level of comfort by placing a chaste kiss upon his lips. The inu took no initiative, his fist clenched and unclenched at his sides as if debating. When she wrapped her arms around him, the inu didn't respond the way she wished. He buried his nose against his mark and heaved a sigh. Unable to stand the pain the act was causing her mate, Kagome released her hold and decided that she would wait. Apparently Sesshomaru's will was at its strongest when he thought she was in danger. With that in mind she submissively noted that she would not be pupped for another century or so at the very least.
"Nevermind," she whispered, turning away from her mate.
Out of duty she walked to the desk picked up a couple of scrolls that she knew were for her household and walked out of the room without another word. The aura of depression hit Sesshomaru full force, and yet he could not feel guilt for his actions in the least. He truly believed his actions were correct. Still his mate's willingness to come to him did not go without its effect. It took every strength of body and mind not to crash their bodies into the wall and dominate her delicate body in every meaning of the word. Stronger desires to protect her were the only thing that kept him at bay.
A few days later Seria could no longer handle her friend's attitude. She knew the source and saw to fixing the situation the best way she could.
"Milord?" Seria poked her head around the doorframe, where Kagome had left it open upon exiting the room.
"What is it?" he growled, turning his back to return to his seat behind the desk.
"It's not really my place to say but..."
"Then don't say it," he interrupted.
"But..." she emphasized, "I can't help feeling you aren't giving our lady a chance. You know the lady is stronger now. She more aware of her body, power, surroundings... perhaps things..."
"Enough, go mettle in someone else's affairs."
The bat youkai shook her head slowly and shut the door. Rather than listen to the stubborn lord she went to someone she knew could intervene. On the other side of the castle was Kaede's small chambers and supply rooms. The family had given her space to continue her work. The old miko was able to reason far better than anyone else. Everybody knew, though no one spoke about it, that Sesshomaru highly respected her advice that framed around Kagome. She was honest, blunt, to the point, and held nothing back. It was kind of scary, yet well appreciated.
"Come in child," the old miko said before Seria could knock lightly upon the door.
"Kaede you have to help lady Kagome. She's been depressed for weeks. She's caught onto the reason for Sesshomaru's distance now and so she bound to get worse. I don't want to see her suffer."
"This is not our matter to interfere with," Kaede put basically.
"But you could speak to Sesshomaru. Tell him that the lady will be fine to bare a pup."
"I cannot do that."
"Why not?"
"Because Sesshomaru is right. She may not be able to bare another pup safely," the old miko said softly, "I don't know why she miscarried, but if it was her power then it may happen again."
Seria picked up a nearby bottle and threw it against the wall. "I won't accept that as your answer. You can't just tell me Kagome is fated to never have a pup again."
Her words were spoken harshly and she couldn't take them back, even when she realized they weren't alone. In an instant Seria flew out the door to see her lady fleeing down the hallway, the whirlwind of her elaborate kimono flying behind her. The warm spring morning meant that Kagome would surely have slipped into the gardens. Sure enough the youkai found her lady under the budding Sakura tree.
There were no tears, though Seria knew the woman would want to cry. In fact there was no emotion whatsoever contained by the emerald irises.
"It's okay Seria... really, I'm fine... this is nothing. Who knows what the future will bring anyway."
"Kagome please, don't believe them. If you feel you can have pups then why believe them."
"Because they're both probably right."
A hand rose to cover her face as she tried to hide the tears building up. Seria rushed to her best friend and pulled her into a hug.
"Well I won't give up so easily. You're a beautiful mother and there's a solution to every problem."
But the woman's reply was the flood of tears that overcame her.
xXx
The following days were the worse and when her heat grew too strong for her liking Kagome knew she couldn't handle the situation. Her mood had been foul, she was aware of this from the whispers of her household. Sesshomaru had not come to their room in days and she had locked herself away from all others to grieve for her loss. She was certain that Sesshomaru was suffering too because they hadn't bedded in months with his busy schedule, so she decided to do the one thing that would prevent any more worry to both Sesshomaru and Kaede.
After seeing to the responsibilities of the house, the miko set off to the library. She knew Kaede had a set of scrolls all on various remedies for many illnesses. It took most of the day, but she managed to find what she was looking for. She headed to Kaede's wing, to borrow a few herbs and roots. The old miko was always willing to share and soon Kagome had everything she needed. Within the comforts of the kitchen Kagome pieced together her masterpiece, following every instruction dictated by the scroll. When it was finished she merely had to wait for the concoction to cool. No one bothered her. The cook was use to her presence and they usually chatted the day away whenever Kagome felt like cooking. But at times like this all kitchen help left Kagome alone unless spoken to because of the vast concentration she sometimes needed.
On the other side of the castle, Kaede began to piece together what singular potion needed such a variety of herbs. Her eyes grew wide as only one particular blend came to mind. For an old woman, she could fly when needed. Her feet picked up speed as she raced to the other side of the castle. The first people to get in her way were ones that could help her locate the lady quickly.
"Where is Kagome?"
Sesshomaru took a moment to scan the area, Seria obviously doing the same thing.
"Kitchen," he mumbled, turning away.
There was still a great distance to cover and she didn't know how much time she had.
"You have to stop her."
Seria narrowed her eyes at Kaede, Sesshomaru left without question. The bat grabbed Kaede's hand and they sped after the inu, though they couldn't keep up with his speed. Sesshomaru entered the kitchen to find his mate sipping at a tea cup, emptying the last few drops, and arched a brow at what it was exactly he was suppose to stop. As Kaede and Seria entered the room he turned to them.
"It's too late," Kaede mumbled.
"For what?" Seria asked in a whisper.
The sound of breaking glass gathered the attention of all. Kagome had dropped the tea cup, and clung to her lower abdomen. Sesshomaru rushed over with a growl to warn everyone away from his mate. The miko cried out in pain before falling unconscious, the arms of the inu holding her form from falling into the shattered glass pieces scattered on the stone floor. He cradled her in his arms, shifting her until the balance was right to pick her up. A glare to the old miko on the way out told her that he wanted answers, despite this he continued to make his way to their chambers. Seria and Kaede followed behind him. Just as he laid the woman upon her side of the bed a scent caught his attention, or the suddenly diminished scent.
No longer in the dark, Sesshomaru was well aware what his lady had done. She took away the source of his worry. With her womb no longer fertile she could never bare a pup and he had no reason to tell her no when it came to bedding her.
"Leave," he roared.
"Milord," Kaede spoke up.
"Now!"
The two women bowed out and shut the door quietly. Sesshomaru was left alone to stare upon his mate and ponder the reasoning of her strange mind. He curled beside her, his head resting beneath her breast and upon her stomach. Though he wanted to blame her, he couldn't. This was his fault too and there was no way this would have happened if he hadn't created a distance between them. If Sesshomaru hadn't pushed her away, or if he had given in to her wish just the once as he promised. A gentle pressure on the back of his head carried down his back. The small petting motions were slow and hesitant. He didn't move at first but after a moment he turned his face upwards.
"It worked," she smiled briefly.
"Worked?"
"You came near me," her smiled widened, "I don't like when you're far away."
"Kagome we should have talked about it."
"I know," she whispered sadly, "but I can't stand when you're worried. I can't stand when we argue. I didn't want to fight about this all the time, so I took care of it."
Sesshomaru lowered his eyes and nuzzled her stomach. "It isn't permanent though right?"
Kagome was silent.
"Why? I didn't wish for you not to have pups."
"It was the only way Sesshomaru. Those teas that prevent you don't work on me. The other remedies are also too weak or two strong because I am neither just miko nor just youkai. But this works for all creatures. It was the only way."
If there was ever a time that Sesshomaru wanted to break down it was right then. He realized that he was the one to drive his mate to such lengths. Though he didn't cry, his mate picked up on his sorrow.
"I have Kisho, Rin, and Shippou. I... don't need any other pups. I've fine, so you should be too."
Seria called them for dinner, but neither of them moved. Kagome fell asleep on and off. When she was awake she combed her fingers through Sesshomaru's hair. An hour later her bladder forced her to speak up.
"I need up."
Sesshomaru shifted slightly then rolled over. Kagome got to her feet and walked to the bathroom. On the way back to her room the severity of the situation hit her full force and she collapsed on the floor in tears. Sesshomaru got up and obediently went to her side to comfort her. Deep down he knew she hadn't really grasped what she had done. A part of her had yet to accept what she had done and now that the act was committed she would regret it.
"I love you," Sesshomaru rumbled.
He never spoke the words directly, but at that moment he needed to reassure her that he had no intention of leaving her side. This was yet another obstacle for them and they would overcome it like all the others.
"Then sleep with me," Kagome countered between her tears.
That night he made sure that his actions were slow and gentle to reflect the side of him that he rarely showed.
xXx
Rin and Yuki came to visit a week later. The girl entered the castle her usual bright and bubbly self, dragging her mate along with her. In the middle of the grand entrance hall she stopped.
"Something's wrong," she mumbled under her breath.
Seria greeted the young mistress and guided her to the family tea room, though Rin knew the way on her own quite well. Yuki trailed behind, worried about the aura the place gave off. Sitting on a small pillowed chair Kagome waited. Rin bounced over to greet her adoptive mother. Yuki took note of the fake smile given.
"So I heard from a little bird that you have some good news," Kagome said once the greetings were over.
"Yes... but I won't say a thing until Lord Sesshomaru is here."
Kagome nodded, "I'm sure he will be here soon, he never misses any of your visits."
"Milady, I was hoping to be able to offer some assistance with the small islands Sesshonmaru-sama is investing in. Perhaps I could retreat to his office before he arrives."
"Business comes after family young Yuki. I am sure my mate will hear you out once we have had tea together."
Yuki bowed his head and sat listening to the women chat. He was use to analyzing his surroundings and could pick up on the many differences of the household. Kagome was not as cheerful, her scent had changed, the aura around her was constantly flickering. Yet this went unnoticed to his mate who was too excited to share her own news to notice the moods around her.
"Lord Sesshomaru," Rin jumped up. She ran to him, stopping a foot away to give a proper bow before giving the inu lord a hug. "It so good to see you again."
"Hn," the inu replied.
"I wanted to tell you and kaa-san together..." she bounced and looked at Yuki. The barrier encircling dropped and just as Kagome and Sesshomaru realized what she was going to say she burst out with, "I'm with pup!"
Sesshomaru's glance averted to his mate. For a second she reflected nothing, as if stunned while taking in the information, but slowly her mouth curled into a grin. She rose from her seat and walked over to Rin to hold on tightly to the woman.
"Why are you crying?" Rin stated, pulling her mother at arm's length.
"Because I'm so happy for you," Kagome replied, brushing the tears away with the back of her hand, "Come, this calls for celebration. I'll ask Mika to make your favourite dinner dish."
The women left, arm in arm, to find the cook. Yuki turned Sesshomaru and bared his neck.
"What is it?" the inu lord question upon seeing the submissive pose.
"I beg your forgiveness, I did not mean disrespect."
"You speak nonsense pup," Sesshomaru turned his back to the male to head out the door himself.
"I bring you news of my mate's happiness, when your own mate is unable to bare a pup. I do not wish for you to think I am gloating in your misfortune."
"My mate and I have accepted this... complication; there is no need to fear for disrespect. I would like to speak to you about the matter you wrote of in your reports."
"Ah... yes, I wanted to help as much as possible. The island would be an excellent source of scientific investment for the youkai society."
Sesshomaru guided the young inu from the room.
xXx
Kagome would come to regret her decision over and over again. But time proved to heal all scars no matter how deep. After some time to cope with their hardships, the Lord and Lady of the Western Realm began to reflect their old selves and the relationship they once had. Of course being a grandmother helped and Kagome grew to adore the three pups that Rin bore. All too soon they grew up though and both mother and grandmother would reflect on the tiny little things they once were, much to the triplets dismay.
The ever-changing world moved from medieval into a new era of electricity. Things were finally becoming easier to handle, sparing Sesshomaru more and more time to do what he wished. He put his foot into different areas of expertise. Medicine, law enforcement, scientific research, politics, education, and many others in order to create an influence he could use to assist the youkai society. He didn't do it alone. Kagome was able to explain the many things that would be important in the future. With the youkai that followed his every order, they secured high standings that were respected all across the land. It was a now just a matter of waiting for the planted seed to take root. But Sesshomaru had other things on his mind as well.
Kagome.
Though they had accepted the fate of their future, the inu was determined to find a way to make his mate fertile once more. His guilt was never sated no matter what she told him. It was partly his responsibility for the act she committed and he would see that she did bare the pups she wanted. Nevertheless, he never told her for fear of giving up her hopes if he never found anything that worked. It was during a visit from his mother that he finally indulged in telling someone about his plans.
"How strange of you Sesshomaru, to summon me yourself," she cooed, taking a seat on the other side of his desk. "Tell me, you better not be causing any trouble for your mate. I don't like it when she's not happy, she's not so fun to talk to."
"Mother," Sesshomaru began, his voice monotone as always when she was around. "I am seeking out a cure... for Kagome."
"Sesshomaru you know very well what's done is done. There is no way to activate a barren womb to what it once was."
"You have the power of foresight and you are able to travel amongst the living and dead. Just promise me you will keep your eyes and ears open."
"And if I do this Sesshomaru what's to say it won't happen again? If you push her away again and she may be driven to a harsher consequence."
"I will not repeat the same mistake twice."
"There's no guarantee..." she began.
"I know, but at the very least I must try."
His mother rose from her seat and turned to the door, "You really have changed. I can't believe a single woman was able to manage what many others couldn't. Oh well, I shall see what I can do. Now where's the lady of the house."
xXx
"We have to rebuilt the well," Kagome told Sesshomaru one evening.
"What well?" he mumbled, as he continued with his meal.
"The Bone Eater's Well silly."
"Why rebuild it?"
"Because I destroyed it. With it gone there will be no well in the future and I can't travel back to the past."
Sesshomaru hadn't really thought about it, but the woman was right. The well needed to be rebuilt or they would be changing the order of things and without it he would not have his mate. He made note to talk to one of the youkai that were handling architectural items for the youkai society.
xXx
"Guess what?" Kagome breathed into his ear, arms wrapping around him from behind.
"What is it koi?" Sesshomaru answered, turning his head in an attempt to capture her lips.
Unfortunately the woman pulled away and danced around him so she could face him. She collapsed in his lap and rested her head on her shoulder, the mark she made mere centimetres away from her lips.
"I was born this year coming."
Sesshomaru turned to the calendar on his desk. He hadn't even thought about how much time had passed. The office building was nearly empty as the employees rushed home to see their families for the holiday. His company mainly consisted of youkai, except for the few humans aware of youkai existence. Sango and Miroku's family were here, he secured jobs for them for each generation. The security of the building permitted no intruders unless an employee, or related to the employee in question. This allowed each youkai to work in the comfort of any form they desired. He was quite proud at how comfortable he had managed to make living in a human society.
However, he had forgotten that Christmas had come and gone, though he did remember that his mate forced him to take the night off in order to go out to spend Christmas Eve together. But now it was New Year's Eve and they had made it to the era his mate was born in and he figured he needed to give her some of the time he had lacked in giving her the past month.
"We need to be extra careful that the two of you don't meet."
"Right... don't worry, I kept well organized schedules... they're in my trunk at the palace. For some reason I couldn't part with them, now I'm glad I listened to my gut."
Sesshomaru looked at the clock on the wall. "Do you have any plans tonight my minx," the inu whispered seductively.
"Maybe," she grinned, jumping from his lap before he could wrap her around him. "The car is waiting down below."
"Is it?" he growled as she ran to the double doors of his office. "Well it's going to have to wait," he replied as he chased after her.
He didn't manage to catch her before she got into the elevator that was a direct link to the underground garage. But that didn't stop him from pushing her against the mirrored wall and claiming her lips.
"You know," he mumbled, "no one but you and I use this elevator."
"Well then where's the fun in that?" she remarked.
He chuckled as the ding notified them they had reached the desired floor. The car in question idled as it waited. Kagome opened the back door and slid in, followed by Sesshomaru. The drive apparently didn't need directions and drove as soon as the passengers were secured.
"Where are we going?"
Kagome's light giggle filled his ears, he wrapped an arm around her shoulder and pulled her closer.
"What's so funny my lady?"
"Usually I am the one asking you where we are going," she replied.
"Indeed," he confirmed.
"Well it's a surprise," Kagome replied.
Her head bent to rest against his shoulder once more. He contemplated the way he was willingly allowing her to drag him wherever. Usually no one would be permitted to keep things from him. But she knew that as his mate she had a power over him, and she used it well. Not to mention he couldn't help but spoil her as much as possible since he feared any further recklessness would tear them apart.
They seemed to be on a time limit, for his mate continuously glanced at her watch. He made note that it was fifteen minutes before midnight. Kagome grew antsy as she continued to look out the window. Finally the car stopped and Kagome began to push Sesshomaru to get out of the car. The place the car dropped them off was a shrine upon a hill.
"Take me up there," she pointed, "but don't be seen."
"Can't you take yourself?"
"Well... I could but I'm not as good a jumper and you know I can't fly."
Curious about what was so important; the inu pulled the miko into his arms and leaped into the air. He glided down into a small wooded area, only realizing at that moment there was another in the area. His son walked from the shadows and gave his father a respectful bow before allowing his mother to hug him. The inu, though no longer a pup, let his mother fix his hair and kiss his cheek. He put up with her doting well, knowing full well her infertility caused her to spoil him as her only pup.
"You look well okaa-sama," he told her, "as beautiful as ever."
"Kisho this isn't time for chit chat," she bit out, casting a barrier around them as she spoke.
The inu lord followed mother and son as Kisho was dragged to the little shrine. Through one of the windows Sesshomaru could see a woman clearly in the middle of her labour.
"I don't understand," Sesshomaru replied.
"I told you I was born this year."
It was only then that he realized Kagome had lied about her birthday.
"Why?"
"My mother had an affair when my father was away, that's the real reason they broke up. Souta was never told this. But to hide the fact that she cheated on father, she hid the actual date I was born. You see my dad is across seas at the moment. By the time he comes back, he will think that I simply look small for my age. He will believe my mother when she says I was born nearly six months earlier or at least until my brother is born and he realizes I was much too small to be the age she said I was. I brought you here because you are my family, you have a right to know. But also because I need you to keep this from Souta, he doesn't know the truth and he loved mother dearly... I don't want to ruin that image."
Sesshomaru pulled his mate tightly into his arms as fireworks were set off in the distance. A short time later the screaming of a baby girl was heard. Kagome looked to Kisho and nodded. She reached over to place a hand on the house, the inu holding her could feel her energy rise to interfere with the electricity. As the lights went out Sesshomaru watched Kisho slip into the house and touch the child's forehead. He mumbled something and there was a transfer of power. In an instant the power of the jewel which he had held for so long vanished and was transfer into the little girl. The inu slipped out of the house, Kagome let go of her hold and stood to watch the scene for a moment.
"I guess it was just a loose wire," an older woman suggested. "Anyway, what do you plan to name her?"
"Kagome," her mother replied.
Sesshomaru decided they had lingered long enough and took to the sky. Kisho followed for a while before announcing he would return home. He had finally taken a mate and settled within his own home on the other side of town. Kagome glared at the male over Sesshomaru's shoulders before she grumbled that he better have news of a grandpup the next time he visited.
The rest of the evening the couple spent reflecting upon their past, as Kagome went over her schedules from the past. The majority of her life was spent in Tokyo with a few trips to Kyoto for family and school trips. So the lord and lady determined it best to take to their home near the original site of the Western Palace. There was another branch Sesshomaru could work from and Kagome wouldn't risk bumping into anyone who knew her, although she doubted anyone would recognize her. The inu insisted taking precaution was best to be safe. Kagome was forced to agree.
Fifteen years later Kagome snuck away to watch her first trip down the well. A few years after that Souta came to her with information about their family.
"You did it," Souta admitted.
Kagome frowned with confusion, "Did what? What did I do?"
"You took okaa-san after jii-san's heart attack. When I saw you, you made me swear not to say anything about it until the time was right."
"I don't understand, why would I take okaa-san?"
"Think about it. With nothing to live for in this era it makes your decision to stay in the feudal era easier."
The point made was something she could not refute. When she thought her family was gone her decision was basically made for her.
"Okay, so when do I commit this act?"
"You came the day jii-san was admitted to the hospital to say good-bye. He rambled about it for hours, saying he saw you and you were older. No one believed him. Then after his heart attack that night I saw you and Sesshomaru carrying okaa-san out of the hospital. I obviously don't know what happened once I left this era with you."
Kagome waved a hand to stop her brother, there was enough said for her to get the picture. The final thing to do was to discuss the affair with Sesshomaru. But the inu didn't seem surprise to hear what she had to say. He readily agreed to house her mother, though clearly stated that because she held no importance in her aura he couldn't bind her like those already bound. Saddened slightly, Kagome understood and let him handle the details of everything else.
Less than a week later Kagome was off to the hospital, after having a friend notified her that her grandfather had arrived. He was brought to one of the medical facilities that was under Sesshomaru's power. The lady was guided to a private room where a man she hadn't seen in centuries (except the small peeks into his life) laid dying. She knelt beside the bed and held the old man's hand, remembering everything he had taught her, despite the fact that she was not related to him by blood.
"Jii-san, I love you. I always have and always will."
The old man peeked open his eyes and looked to the woman beside him.
"My how beautiful you have grown. Such a pretty young lady you are. Tell me my child, did you marry your prince Inuyasha?"
Kagome shook her head. She didn't understand how he recognized her with the changes, but he was always full of surprises."
"No, he wasn't my prince. But I did fine my soul mate Jii-san. I love him dearly and we have a wonderful son together. I... I wish I could make this go away, so you can see him," she cried, burying her face into his chest.
"I will watch over you from heaven. Now you should go, or you will scare that mother of yours. No worries though I will tell her you are fine."
"I love you Jii-san."
"I love you little Kagome."
From a distance the Western Lady kept watch. She shed tears when Jii-san passed, but knew there were more important things to handle. Her mother wouldn't be easier to intercept, so Kagome told Sesshomaru to simply put her asleep. The inu walked into the room and quickly pinched the nerve in her neck to force her into a slumber. Souta came into the room just as Sesshomaru shifted the older woman in his arms.
"What are you doing?"
Kagome rushed forward to cover her brother's mouth.
"Souta, you might not believe me now but it's me Kagome. Remember the time you ripped mom's favourite dress? I sew up the tear and promised not to tell as long as you let me sneak out of the house to go to the amusement park with my friends while I was grounded. I know things are going to be hard for the next little while, but I will come for you. Things will get better... I promise."
Kagome released Souta, his mouth hung open for a moment as he watched Kagome and Sesshomaru leave the room. Using their connections they were able to draw up a death certificate for Kagome's mother, which would bring about the next row of events. Sure enough, Souta was taken into the care of relatives and the young Kagome came to rescue him.
Meanwhile her mother had some trouble accepting everything that happened. It took a few stories and some persuasion from Souta to convince her at last. Though she didn't understand why things had to work out as they did.
"Why take my little boy away from me?"
"Because he played a few vital roles in the past."
"What do you mean?"
Sesshomaru was the one to speak up the first example. "He's the only one to challenge me and live. A foolish yet brave act saved my mate's life."
Souta didn't handle compliments well, especially from someone who didn't give them often. Blood rose to his face and he turned away.
"I did what I had to for my sister," he mumbled and left the room.
Needless to say it took a while before her mother was able to understand everything that had gone on. But on the plus side Kagome was relatively proud of herself. With her mother now there she felt her pack was complete. The future was uncertain, but she was sure that she would be able to work things through with her loving mate no matter what popped up to block the path they walked.
Ja ne
Angelic Memories
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