Prompt: Blood In The Water
"Before you die of old age, if that is your wish- promise me. Swear to me, that you will take my life."
Kagome jerked violently. "What?"
"You are more than capable of it, as you demonstrated with killing a full demon. Do not make me watch you die too."
"I'm not doing that, Sesshoumaru! W-why are you-?!"
His eyes hazed, grip tightening. "I've tried-" he managed, "unsuccessfully."
Those words halted everything, understanding dawning like blood marring clear waters.
Hot tears spilt down her cheeks. "Takara would need you," Kagome breathed, gathering him close again. "Don't talk like that, please."