The owner of the establishment had no trepidation, however. Smiling wide, the older man moved quickly to greet his new customers.

"Lord Sesshoumaru! It had been a while. How are you faring, My Lord?"

Sesshoumaru inclined his head. "Quite well. Meet Kagome."

Gesturing to the miko, she bowed politely.

"A pleasure indeed! I must say, I didnt think I would ever meet a girl as pretty as your usual young companion, but it appears you have outdone yourself again, My Lord."

Kagome blushed at the compliment.

"Do not flatter my date too openly, or I will have to kill you."