Again I'm sorry to anyone if the scene switching is messy. Idk why when I upload it, it fucking messes up. And sorry if this one's short. It just feels right when to end something lol
Chapter 17
An eerie feeling had awoken her from a deep sleep. It was exhausting trying to fall asleep on a cramping stomach but she managed. She sat up stretching high above her head yawning. The warmth of her partner gone. Before her was a small pile of berries clearly collected from the nearby scrubs upon the cliffs. He promised he'd bring her food. And he kept his word.
He remembered…
Scarfing down the small pile quickly it helped. The pain in her stomach subsiding from the hunger that had been apparent since yesterday. She sighed happily leaving the comfort of the soft furs under.
Looking up Kagome saw him tense standing at the entrance of their cave, his sword drawn and held closely by his side.
They were not alone any longer.
"Sesshomaru? What's wrong?," She asked scared.
"Be quiet and stay back," He answered.
As he said that more of the beast demons from the previous day came, landing from high above to the ground below a few feet away from him. Weapons drawn and sneering at the proud demon before them. It was no matter. They descended from above the cliffs, a part his did not inquire about since blocking the paths around.
"So it is true! The stoic dog Has taken a human woman as his mate!," One them chimed in. Gathering around they chuckled together, some wheezing at the hilarious sight before them.
Kagome stood taking slow steps to him, but he glared at her for a moment. She stopped immediately at the fierce gaze.
"I told you to stay back," He repeated.
She nodded in worry. The large burn on his back was yet to be healed and here he was standing proud ready for battle.
"You dare insult me. How brave. And presumptuous," He said.
In the blink of an eye all Kagome could make out was a blur of green blood flying followed by screams. There among the demons he flowed through them, a sword gliding into flesh like the wind itself. Corpses lined the ground very quickly as they fell behind him.
The green coloring soaking into the ground. Within the next second there was silence. Not a sound of screaming or groans of pain left.
And in the middle he kneeled, having to lean his weight on his sword. Heaving from the haste movements he made.
"Sesshomaru!," She yelled running over to him.
He grunted at the strain that was put on his unhealed body attempting to stand. But losing. A small bit of blood leaked through the scabs forming on the back.
She landed hard on her knees next to him, expression holding concern. Looking over him the emotions were clear. Though he'd never admit the pain he was in.
"Why did you do it? We could've ran!," She said to him.
He looked at her through his bangs. The worry etched in her brown eyes.
This human was genuinely concerned for a demon like himself. How strange. Reminding him of how Rin first looked at him when they met in the forest. What weak yet nervy creatures humans were. A battle that just happened right after his half brother defeated him. Ironically protecting this very same woman before him. The same one who's life he almost ended.
"We could not have ran. Either way I shall regain my strength soon enough. It is not safe here.," He said coldly looking away before standing fully finally.
She did the same, her gaze still locked on his face.
"You did well to stay out of the way this time," He added. Walking back towards the cave to gather the moko moko. She followed close behind assuming he was ready for travel after this event.
Putting her hands on her lips and smirking she said, "yea well listening isn't something I do often buddy."
"I am aware," He said back.
Wrapping most of the moko moko over his bare chest to cover himself, he began to leave. She quick on his heel.
They approached the blocked path full of large boulders he had crashed there prior. He stopped looking around the area.
Withdrawing baksusaiga he turned to her, bending and picking her up in his arms.
She blushed flailing about, "what are you doing! I don't needa be picked up and you're still weak!"
Looking down at her he scowled, silencing her struggles.
"I shall leap over these stones. We've already made enough noise, now cease moving or I shall leave you here.," He snapped.
She huffed before wrapping her arms around his neck. It would not have been a problem if he was dressed. The close contact of his bare chest was embarrassing. It was a childish thought in itself though considering they did sleep together, she cuddled his arm even. Why be uncomfortable now?
It's because he was asleep before!
They leapt high up over the stones, landing atop each in a hurry. He had to get her to safety. This place had proven not to be that anymore. And he would come to conquer it another time. Without this woman ruining it. A blast from those weak demons would've been nothing. It was the priestess fault for not listening.
Landing on the other side he roughly set her down and continued walking. She staggered lightly, scowling at him.
"What's that for!," She snapped. He did not pay her attention. Simply treading forward.
Unsatisfied with rudely being ignored she yanked his hand demanding he face her. That he did, glaring down at her. The red etching the lines of his eyes over her forcible touch. But Kagome didn't waver in fear whatsoever.
"I asked a question 'Lord Sesshomaru'," She said sternly.
"I am insulted and am to keep comfort from you woman," He spat.
Her eyes grew wide not understanding what she did for him to grow suddenly distant. Or what the heck he just said.
"What do you mean by that?," She asked.
"Those demons remarked that I am mated to you. It was insulting. Do you understand?," He answered, yanking his hand out from hers and continuing on his way.
She scowled offended by the words he spoke. Following behind fiddling with her clothes she recalled the small moments they had together so far. The administration she had grown for this man. The perceptions of his beauty that played in her mind a few times. And the small physical comforts that was offered between the two. Was it true? Did he find her that repulsive?
"... And just what would be wrong if you took a human for a mate," She whispered.
His ears perked at the words. She was personally offended by his words it appeared. He glanced back at her, seeing as she held her head down. Tears pricked the corners of her eyes and her face red. Hands grasping the front of her shirt as if to hold her heart.
Did she have feelings for him?
Something about how hurt she was by the words upset his chest. The same portrayal she held. But of course. The demon Lord paid no mind to such simple minded thinking as to feelings.
"The day I take a mate she shall bear the marks from my body. The strips you are so 'fascinated' with and our houses crescent. An honor you shall never bare, Kagome.," He coldly said to her.
Hopefully at the cruel words she'd abandon any thought of him now.
The scent of despair held heavy in the air suddenly filling his senses. He stopped hearing her footsteps. Looking back, she stood a bit behind. Hands gripping her shirt tightly, tears falling down her face. Bangs over her face.
He went to step to her but she yanked her head up, angrily looking straight at him. His eyes widened slightly at the newfound emotions she showed. Her body trembling.
"Who says… Who says i-it'd be an h-honor to be with y-you," She snapped rubbing the tears off her cheeks. "Especially m-me."
For some reason it urked him to see her this way. Something within screaming to apologize but it was what she needed to here in case his assumption was true. A demon like himself could Never be with a mere human. Yet she was hurt badly.
Kagome was shaking in anger at his cold ways. Who says she wanted to be with him? She certainly never did. Yet why was she so upset right now? She couldn't help but feel… rejected. It stung. Like a blade rammed straight into her heart. He did hate her. This man was absolutely disgusted by her. And it fucking hurt.
Reaching out to her, she quickly walked past him in the front. Reverting her gaze from him focused solely on the ground. Her hands flew to her sides in fist. She walked ahead for a bit before breaking into a sprint, running faster and faster.
Her eyes clenched tightly as she ran away from him. Being human she wouldn't get far. But it was worth it. To run away from the humiliation she felt. From words spoken, and feelings unspoken yet shown.
The night he found her crying her eyes out by the sacred tree and caressing her. Who was that? It could not be the same Sesshomaru. And if it was all she could wish was that he never appeared. Never shown and swaying her like this. Feeling like this.
Finding her again by the tree and allowing her to embrace him. Going out of his way to gift her a new shirt. The soft and small ways he spoke her name.
But she couldn't blame him. She brought this on herself. There was nothing between them to begin with. This behavior was ridiculous and she knew that.
Not getting too far she tripped, landing face first in the dirt. She lay still for a moment taking in the more humiliation that was present. Things could not get more worse.
Slowly moving Kagome sat up on her knees. Looking up she gasped. For he was before her in the blink of an eye.
Sesshomaru was screaming at himself inside to stop. Knowing these actions would betray everything he had just spoken to this woman. But something inside rejected the notion. For seeing her this way was not something a man of honor would allow for the woman in his stead.
Kagome stared at him wide eyed, tears still weld in the corner of her eyes. Her face flushed by his presence.
He lifted a hand to her cheek, gently wiping the dirt from her face. Brushing a thumb along her soft skin. Her scent filling his nose. It was hers. And his own. His filled him with somewhat pride to know that she reeked of him from being in such close proximity for so long.
"That is enough. Come. We have a long day ahead together.," He said to her.
She could only gawk at him feeling how hot her face had grown at the gentle touch. Something in his eyes was so calming and his expression shown something different. Though she couldn't figure out what it was.
He took her hand in his own, lifting her up. She followed, both still staring into each other's eyes. A silent moment exchanged between each other. He slowly moved guiding her with him. And she followed.
Before he gently let go of her hand. Knowing everything was alright now.
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Rin nervously paced around back and forth within her hut. It had been nearly two days now since she left her Lord behind by Lady Kagomes request. And she complied. But she could not help but worry.
Just when would they be back? Was her Lord okay? A-Un was also restless outside. Groans could be heard every now and then from the dragon. The child would not help but wander why she even listened. There was no moment where she was not by her Lords side. And this should have been no different. And he was left to be alone with Kagome. Though Rin liked her, it became apparent he may not have felt the same way.
She couldn't shake the image of him being brought to a state of unconsciousness. The bashing wound spread across his flesh. And he actually transformed for the first time in front of her in desperation. A final attempt to protect them. Though all she did was flee. Leaving him behind for Kagome to tend to.
"I cannot take this anymore," She said aloud to herself leaving the hut. Walking up to A-Un whom also seemed hyped and prepared to go. Ready and at attention.
Before she could prepare A-Un a hand landed on her shoulder. Swiftly turning she met Kaede who showed worry.
"What ails ye child? Do ye plan on departing to the dangerous trek?," She asked.
Rin looked away sadly. "They have not returned yet. I cannot sit around anymore!"
Kaede could see the concern in the young girl. She gently rubbed her back.
"Do ye doubt Lady Kagome's ability to watch over the Lord?," She asked.
Shaking her head back and forth Rin slackened her grip on the dragon. Moving to look up at the old woman.
"Kagome protects those around. Especially when it comes to a person she loves.," Kaede said.
Runs face furrowed in confusion. Love? This was her Lord Sesshomaru.
"What you do mean?," The child perked.
Kaede smiled, hand on her back to lead her into the village further.
"That is a talk for later.," She answered.