Title: Tides Against Time

Rating: M (Language, Violence, and Adult Content)

Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha or the Little Mermaid. All rights should go to Inuyasha Inc. Disney and Hans Christian Anderson.

Music: The song I have selected for this chapter is: "H3 Music: NF - All I have (Instrumental)" and "Dark Fantasy Music - Beautiful Relaxing Instrumental Music for studying or sleep . 2 hours BGM 4." I love to listen to music on YouTube while I read to add to the atmosphere. You are welcome to listen along with my music selection if you want. It is not required. When you see these marks (***) that means to begin to play the selected song. When you see (xxx) this means to stop playing the music. It is important to pay attention to these marking as there is more than one song for this chapter. I do not have credit for these recordings or channels but I think it adds to the story.

WARNING: LEMON I have marked where it begins and ends. Feel free to skip over if you do not wish to read it. Adults only please!

Tides Against Time: Acceptance

They all begin to make their way back to the cove to celebrate their new Prince and future King. As they were making their way towards the cove however the group did not see the danger lurking behind a cluster of rocks near the entrance. Feeling the hair on the back of his neck stand up Inuyasha begins to scan around them. He sees a shadow silhouette of a mermen cowering behind some rocks up ahead with a weapon waiting in ambush. Noticing his father-in-law talking with a group of Merfolk up ahead of him, completely unaware of the approaching danger, he rushes forward. Kikyo and the Merfolk behind him watched in horror as he shoves Poseidon out of the way just in time to avoid a flying spear. The spear pierces his chest right above his heart in the same spot Poseidon had pierced him with his trident earlier. He cries out in pain before blacking out and sinking to the sea floor.

"ENUYASA!" Kikyo screams as she races to her mate's side.

"Quick! After that coward! Don't let him get away!" Poseidon shouts as he and the merman nearby chase after the attacker.

As they chase after him Kikyo and the remaining Merfolk gather around Inuyasha and quickly take him into the cove. He had already lost a lot of blood from his fight and now with this gaping wound they needed to stop it and fast. Kikyo never left his side as she and the remaining members of the Royal tribe and MamiWati tribe joined together to save him. He had risked his life to save their King and he had rightfully earned their loyalty as Prince. They couldn't fail him now! As the afternoon went by they poured their magic into him and soon his wounds began to close as well as his complexion began to returns its warmth. After three hours of working on him he was now resting peacefully in one of the reclusive caverns inside the cove with his head on Kikyo's lap. She had thanked her family and fellow Merfolk for saving his life and told them they would join them once he had finished resting. Saying their goodbyes they left them to rest in peace. Kikyo was exhausted but refused to rest until she knew he was ok. After a while Kikyo heard his breathing pick up and felt his head move on her lap. Running her fingers through his hair she watched as his beautiful amber eyes fluttered open.

Inuyasha's head hurt like a bitch and he ached all over. When he first opened his eyes they burned from the light coming through the cracks in the walls but he quickly ignored it when he looked up into the beautiful face of his mate. Kikyo looks down at him with warm tears threatening to fall from her eyes. He brought up his aching hand up to cup her cheek and a smile breaks across her face causing her tears to fall down. He could feel her relief and happiness coming through their mating bond and he sent her his love and peace through his in return. He tried to sit up to comfort her but was still too weak to sit up. Seeing her mate struggling to get closer to her she carefully pulls her tail out from under his head and lies down beside him. Inuyasha pulls his mate to lie safely in his arms and she snuggles into his embrace as she trembles from her crying. He lovingly kissed her tears away as she cried. As he kissed her face Kikyo tenderly ran her hands along his aching chest, arms, and neck to try and help relax them. Feeling their need to be closer together Inuyasha pulls her to rest on top of him. Their lips meet in a sweet kiss. They were slow and tender as they enjoyed their touches. No longer feeling the pressure of the Merfolk around them they enjoyed their peace in solitude and reunion as mates. It wasn't until something brushed across her lip that Kikyo gasped in surprise and pulled back from their kiss. Inuyasha stiffened at her sudden retreat and flared his senses to try and detect the danger that had startled her so.

"Enuyasa!" she said in surprise as she brought her hand up to touch his lips. "Open your mouth!"

Inuyasha stared at his mate with a confused scowl as he heard her speak to him. When she touched his lips and began pushing on his chin he opened his mouth hesitantly. When her eyes went large and a smile broke across her face he became really confused. What was so interesting about his mouth?

"Your… your tongue's grown back!" Kikyo said happily as her smile got wider.

Looking back to her mate and seeing his confusion and feeling his frustration Kikyo giggles and then brings her finger into his mouth and presses down on his tongue making him gasp in shock.

Inuyasha saw the happiness on her face and his heart fluttered at the beautiful sight but still didn't understand why the sudden mood change. Sure, he was happy that he didn't have to fight anymore and that they could finally be together but he was enjoying their quiet tender kisses! Why did she feel the need to stop? He watched her suddenly moved one of her fingers from around his jawline to rest inside of his mouth. What the hell was she doing? He felt her press her finger down on something. Realizing what it was he gasped in shock. His tongue had come back!

"(Gasp) Muh tunuh!" Inuyasha tried to speak with Kikyo's finger still in his mouth.

"What was that?" asked Kikyo in mermaid as she pulled her finger from his tongue.

"My tongue! It's come back!" said Inuyasha in Spanish with a wide grin on his face.

"Enuyasa! Speakz!" Kikyo said back in Spanish with a joyful laugh.

(*** H3 Music: NF - All I have (Instrumental) ***)

(LEMON: I have marked where it ends if you wish to skip over)

Pulling her into a tight embrace he brings their lips together into a passionate kiss. He kissed her hard on the mouth while he ran his tongue over her lips. Kikyo welcomed his touch and opened for him to come inside. They moaned at the feeling of their tongues caressing and explore each other. He slowly fills her mouth with everything that he had and showered her in his affection. Unlike their farewell kiss on the beach this kiss was filled with ever pint up frustration and need built up over the past few days. As their kisses continued to heat up their fingers tangle in each other's hair while one of Inuyasha's hands slid down Kikyo's back and took hold of her firm backside. He loved the feeling of her weight resting down on him when he brought her closer to him. Hearing Kikyo's heart rate and breathing pick up he slowly rocked underneath her. The friction of their scales rubbing against each other made Kikyo pull back from their heated kiss and closed her eyes in bliss. Inuyasha captured her neck with his lips and fangs and he greedily devours anything he could reach. As he kissed her neck his hand on her backside kneaded her like dow and he grinding her harder against him. Smelling her arousal filling the cavern air around them his member begin to swell deep inside him and pressed harder against her. Kikyo began to relax her lower muscles when she felt his hardening member rising up in his tail near her womanhood. As he swelled he slowly came free on his prison and her petals opened up for him like a flower seeking to be pollinated.

The tip of his member aligned with her slick channel perfectly and with each grind of their hips he slowly entered her; filling her with his girth and length. Unlike their first union, gravity of being on land forced her to rest perfectly against him and he reached deeper inside of her than ever before. Kikyo craned her back at the feeling of him sinking deep into her. He stretched her and filled her to the brim making her cry out in ecstasy. It was indescribable and she was having a hard time breathing from the sensation. Reaching behind her Inuyasha freed her breasts of their shells and he tossed them behind him. Never taking his eyes from her he saw them fall beautifully before his eyes. His mouth watered at their sight and he grunted when he finally reached deep inside of her womb. They rocked slowly at first so not to lose their control but soon were thrusting in passion. Inuyasha slammed up into her over and over again making Kikyo cry out in passion. Her full breasts bounced beautifully before his eyes and he leaned forward and captured one in his mouth. Unlike their first union he used his tongue and fangs to slowly torture her breasts. And every cry and mewl she made only made him hungrier. He licked over her nipples with his rough tongue and tasted every inch of her breasts. He pulled and sucked on them with his teeth making her nipples pucker and swell in his mouth. As he slammed up into her and devoured her savory breasts Kikyo pushed further onto him and dug her fingers on his chest and shoulders. The sounds of their flesh slapping against each other and their calls of passion filled the hidden cavern. Feeling the need to pick up the pace Inuyasha rolls them over and pined Kikyo beneath him. Their lower tails twisted in a passionate knot as his hips roll harder and faster into hers.

"UH! Enu…..ff fastz!" Kikyo cried as she rolled her head back and forth on the sandy floor.

Inuyasha at this point was slamming into her at an irrational pace. Her cries of passion filled the cavern as he pounded into her and grunted with each thrust. Kikyo drug her fingers down his back and Inuyasha craned his neck back and groaned at the feeling. Their love making was needy and fast. Their pent up frustration and longing to be united as mates came free with every slap of flesh, every cry of bliss and every orgazim that ripped through their bodies. Feeling that he was close to his end he gripped her hips with both of his hands. Pounding into her as hard and as deep as he could go. His member soon swelled making her channel quickly tighten around him one last time. As they both met their ends together Inuyasha continued to pump deep inside her to make her feel everything he had fought so hard to keep. He could feel her release running down their tails and his pride swelled when he smelt his seed richly mixed with hers. When he came down from his high he Looked down at his mate and saw her bangs were now clinging to her brow with sweat and her body glistening from their mating. Her black hair was messy and her lips were swollen from their kisses. Her large breasts were rising up and down as she tried to catch her breath and her big beautiful chocolate brown eyes stared up at him with satisfaction and pride. Leaning forward he rested on his arms and laid his forehead against hers. Closing their eyes they savored in their mating and the washing of love and passion through their mating bond. Kikyo wrapped her arms around him and pulled him down to rest his head on her chest. As they rested together upon the sand she ran her fingers lovingly through his sweaty hair and over his newly appointed royalty tattoos along his back. Soon she heard her mate's breathing slow down and saw his eyes close. Smiling at his exhausted slumbering face she leaned down and kissed his forehead before joining him in sleep.

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After an hour or so raised voices bouncing off the cove's walls. The shouts and raised voices only continued to build and it awoke Inuyasha and Kikyo from their slumber.

"What the hell is that?" asked Inuyasha as he rubbed the sleep from his eyes and sat up from resting on her chest.

"Come, letz goez." Kikyo said as she too began to rise.

Realizing he was still nestled comfortably inside her Inuyasha slowly pulls out of her making them both hiss at the loss. Giving his mate a chaste kiss they then fix themselves before slipping into the water near the beach and made their way towards the commotion. When they arrive back in the main cavern they see everyone had gathered on the beach and were fighting over something in the center. Inuyasha helps pull Kikyo up onto the beach with him and they begin weaving their way towards the center of the group. What they saw next was not what either of them had expected. The entire Barracuda gossip were bound together in a tight circle and Kikyo's father along with the tribal representatives from the other gossips where arguing back and forth. Kikyo saw Myōga nearby hiding behind some rocks. Pulling Inuyasha's hand they slip over towards him.

"Myōga! What's going on?" asked Kikyo through a whisper as she watched the little crab scurry across the rocks towards her.

"Princess Kikyo! Congratulations on your successful mating! Is this my new Master beside you?" Myōga whispered back happily.

"Yes! Thank you, this is Enuyasa. He was the demon you told Father about actually. He sacrificed his life on land to come live with me," Kikyo said as she rested her head on his shoulder and looked up into his amber eyes. Inuyasha just stared down at his mate with a soft smile before returning their gaze back to the little red soft-shelled crab.

"I have heard! I take it by his silence he still cannot speak from his lack of tongue?" Myoga asked.

"Actually it grew back!" said Kikyo happily and she kissed Inuyasha on the cheek making a light blush cross their cheeks at the public display of affection.

"Grew back?! Wonderful! It must be because of the amount of healing magic poured into him!" Myōga said as he crawled closer to Inuyasha.

He then cleared his throat and said in Spanish, "Welcome to the family Master Enuyasa. My name is Myōga. I am the King's retainer and public advisor." He said as he bowed.

"You… you speak Spanish?! Are you an informant like Daija?!" asked Inuyasha in shock with wide eyes.

"Indeed! Being as small as I am I often gather information from the land dwellers and report to the King. Because of this I speak many languages!" Myōga said proudly.

"I didn't know you could speak his language Myōga! This is wonderful! Would you be willing to be our tutors? I'd love to learn his language and he will have to learn ours somehow." Kikyo asked happily.

"Of course! I will make it my personal duty to educate him to the best of my abilities!" Myōga said proudly. "Now, to get back to your question. These mermen are being trialed for attempting to assassinate the King. I believe their goal was to steal the thrown!"

"So they're the ones who almost killed my mate?!" Kikyo said shocked and angry.

"Why is my mate getting so upset Myōga?" asked Inuyasha anxiously.

"Well Master Enuyasa, those mermen over there have been plotted against the King for a while now. They tried to win over Kikyo and Kagome's affections the past couple of weeks so they could take over the Kingdom. From what I over heard from one of the weaker mermen they planned on killing the King after mating with them so they could obtain the rights as King before anyone could take it from them." Myōga informed. "However, someone didn't inform the attacker that the blue merman over there (points to Koga) didn't win the match. If it weren't for your interference they would have successfully killed the King. He was already weak from the fighting and since he has already passed over most of his magic and royalty to you he most certainly would have died!"

"WHAT?! They dared to do what to Kikyo and Kagome?! And what do you mean he passed his royalty to me?" shouted Inuyasha angrily causing a couple Merfolk to move away from them slightly.

"Enuyasa… ok?" Kikyo tried to ask in Spanish to make him calm down.

"He was just informed that they had tried to trick you and your sister into mating and that they almost killed the King." Myōga said trying to make sure she understood her mates rage.

"Ah, understand. Enuyasa no worryz. All okayz now." Kikyo said quietly as she ran her hand over his chest trying to calm him down.

Inuyasha turned his attention down towards his mate and calmed slightly after feeling her reassurance in their bond and her gentle touches on his chest. Pulling her closer to his chest his inner struggle relaxed knowing what was attempted thankfully failed. He kisses her forehead making her smile and then returned his attention to Myōga.

"So what are they going to do with the traitors?" asked Inuyasha.

"I am unsure. They are a mix of young newts and mermen from multiple tribes. The King and tribal leaders are having to come to a unified decision. Each tribe has their own rules and punishments so I am unsure of what they will decide. Something like this has never happened before!" said Myōga as they all turned back to look at the arguing tribal leaders on the beach. "Come, let's return to the trial to find out their verdict."

[The Beach]

(*** Dark Fantasy Music - Beautiful Relaxing Instrumental Music for studying or sleep . 2 hours BGM 4 ***)

"Those who didn't participate in the act should be banished! Many of them are still young and I think it is unfair for them to be charged the same as those who committed the crime!" said the head merman of the Lasiren Island gossip.

"They knew of their plan yet they said nothing! They knew the King was in danger and that every tribe would be affected by this! They are just as guilty and should be treated the same!" argued the head mermen from the Amazons.

"Please! We had to follow orders! We didn't wish to participate so we stayed in the background. We didn't want to be punished!" cried a young newt from the Barracuda gossip.

"Shut you mouth!" shouted the agitated Koga. "If you wouldn't have blabbered we wouldn't have been caught you coward!"

"SILENCE!" shouted Poseidon angrily bringing the cove to a deafening silence.

After everyone was quiet Poseidon turned his attention to his daughter and son-in-law on the beach.

"I see that the charges have been dropped from murder to attempted murder. How is our new Prince?" asked Poseidon as he motioned for Inuyasha and Kikyo to step forward.

"He is well Father." Kikyo said as she stood proudly by her mate's side.

"Myōga, I wish to speak to my new son. Please interpret for me." said Poseidon as he moved to stand in front of his family.

"Yes, my King." Myōga said as he bowed.

"Enuyasa," Poseidon began as he brought everyone's attention to the powerful duo in the center of the cove.

"Enuyasa, you have not only saved my daughter from a painful death due to heart break but have given our Kingdom a future to be proud of. You fought heroically against myself and two other suitors before selflessly sacrificing everything you just fought for to save my life. You will make a mighty King for our people and I am proud to call you my son and successor. I am forever in your dept." Poseidon said as he bowed before Inuyasha making everyone gasp at his compliment and acknowledgement of honor.

As soon as Poseidon bowed before Inuyasha the other Merfolk all began to bow before him in agreement. While they were doing this Inuyasha's listened to Myōga interpret what had been said. His heart pounded in his chest and it swelled with happiness and acceptance. Kikyo not only offered him a life filled with love and happiness but now he had a home to call his own. These Merfolk saw him for who he was, a warrior and protector. When they all stood back up everyone rushed forward with cheers and hugs to welcome him into their family. They accepted him and welcomed him without question. For the first time in his life he felt like he truly belonged and a wide toothy smile spread across his face.

While they were celebrating on the beach Koga seethed with hatred and jealousy. When he saw Kikyo kiss her mate on the lips and saw the love for him in her eyes he was livid. She should be looking at him like that! She was his woman and that was his crown! Not this silver haired nobody! Just when he was about to shout and complain something unexpected happened. He saw pain lace across the silver haired male's face and dark magic began to swirl around him. The Merfolk cried out in suprise and began to back away from him. They all watched in horror as his tale was ripped in two and strange dog-ears formed on the top of his head. His nakedness was open for all to see and was weak as he rested in Kikyo's arms. When everything was done they all gasped in shock.

"He tricked us! He doesn't deserve to be King!" spat Koga causing murmurs and whispers to spread around the gathering gossip.

"He had tricked no one Koga! My Father, Myōga, Chief Kaguya and myself were all aware of his transformation." snapped Kikyo as she covered her mate over with a seaweed blanket Myoga had found for her.

"WHAT? How can you allow a half-breed to be King?" he argued. "He cannot produce a pureblood heir… and… and he is weak in this state! Just look at him tremble in pain! He can't possibly protect us while we travel to the feeding grounds and are out in open water! He'll drown from exhaustion or get eaten!"

After hearing this everyone grew uncomfortable at the predicament. Should they speak up and agree with their concerns? Or should they remain quiet and keep him as the next King? Obviously if their current King knew of this it had to be ok... right? Seeing his people and fellow tribal representatives debating amongst themselves on what to be done Poseidon stepped out into the middle of the gathering and stood right in front of Koga. He stared him down with hate and disgust.

"You, more than anymore Koga should keep you mouth shut! You were not strong enough to win against him and are lashing out like a spoiled brat! By the acts of treason you have committed you should silence yourself in the act of trying to gain favor. I strip you of all rights from EVER becoming King. Furthermore, you were not strong enough to be able to gain the kingdom by yourself so you blackmailed and threatened younglings and fellow gossip mates to infiltrate for you! You are a coward and a traitor!" Poseidon said never taking his eyes off of the sulking and cowering merman.

"To answer your claims, yes. Enuyasa at first mated with my daughter before I was aware of his transformation. When I became aware of this I intended for him to be stripped of his rights. However, after seeking the wisdom from Chief Kaguya she informed me that once he becomes a full merman with the help of my magic and the the MamiWati tribe he will become the greatest merman ever created! This will be conducted under the new moon tomorrow night. Also, you along with two other males legally challenged him making him legally Kikyo's mate. Besides, even as as a half-breed he not only beat you but also one other suitor and myself. Just imagine his strength when he is fully merman. You, Koga never had a chance."

Once the Merfolk heard of the power Inuyasha would have after his transformation they instantly sided with Poseidon and their fear of an impure youngling was dismissed. Feeling the tension relax in the crowd Poseidon returned his attention to the trial at hand.

"As King I would like to make a motion." announced Poseidon.

"By all means my King! Please inform us of your suggestion on the matter!" said the representative of the Sirens.

"My motion is to execute those who actively participated in the crime. Those who unfortunately were dragged into the crime by association should be banished for the next 5 mating seasons. They should also be branded with a mark of a traitor that will vanish once these seasons have passed." He suggested.

"Are there any disagreements to the motion?" asked Chief Kaguya to the other representatives.

Hearing none besides the whines and cries of the guilty Poseidon ended the trial.

"I hereby end this trial. Please prepare for the executions outside. Those who wish to witness may follow but I ask for all youngling to please remain inside." Order Poseidon before turning around to look at his representatives. "Chief Kaguya, would you please join Myōga and Enuyasa in the back cove to explain to him what it to be done tomorrow under the new moon?"

"Yes, my King." Chief Kagua said as she made motion for Myōga and Inuyasha to follow her.

After hearing Myōga's translation Inuyasha kissed his mate on the cheek and then followed after them with the seaweed blanket wrapped around his waist. Poseidon then turned to lead the procession outside. As they transported Koga and his fellow mermen outside they cried, shouted and wrestled with their escorts the entire way out. A few sharks still lingered nearby and the guards quickly created a perimeter for them to keep safe inside. It was nighttime and the waters was now pitch black. Being that tomorrow was the new moon no light reached this deep in the water. It was only from the magic casted from the MamiWati tribe that they were able to see where they went. It was eirily quiet as well and they could just mke out the dark shadows off in the distance. Reaching their destination near the sand fields they lined the traitors in order. The executed were placed on the left side of Poseidon and those to be branded on his right. Walking up to the branded group Poseidon pierced the tip of his trident above each of their hearts and a red traitor tattoo branded itself into their skin. Once they were all finished he warned them one last time and reinforced their guidelines before sending them out into the dark sea. He then turned his attention to those who were to be executed. He once again reminded them of their traitorous acts and placing a member of each tribe behind them. Giving a signal they slit their throats in one unified motion. Symbolizing their Kingdom to be united despite their treason. Seeing all of them were now dead they quickly left their bodies and made their way back into the safety of the cove so they would not be attacked by the fast approaching sharks.

Poseidon pulled himself out of the water to rest on the sand just in time to hear his daughter say Kagome's name into her calling shell. Sitting by her side he waits for her to finish her conversation. It was there he learned of Kagome's decline in health. Not wishing to delay he went to make preparations with his men to take care of the cove while he was gone. They then quickly slipped back out into the night and made their way up the coast to see Kagome and Sesshomaru at the Castle.

Inuyasha hated not being able to go with them but knew he needed to stay behind. He couldn't see in the dark water and he couldn't keep up with them with his half-demon legs. So he waited for them on the beach until they returned. While he waited Myōga began some of his tutoring. He had no idea he was stepping up into the reigns of King when he mated Kikyo but now that he had her to protect and felt the responsibility of the Water Kingdom upon his shoulders he grew excited at the chance to make his Father proud from the heavens. He just knew he was looking down on him and his new life in pride. He had no idea if the fates had planned this all along but he was grateful all the same. Now he just had to figure out how to tell his brother... As he thought about this he felt his tail once again begin to fuse and his ears crawl back down his skull. Morning at last had returned and Kikyo would hopefully be on her way back. He couldn't wait for the ceremony to be complete so he could become a full-blooded merman and be rid of this annoying curse. Resting on the sandy shore he reviewed the first lesson Myōga taught him in his head and continued to wait for his beloved mate to return. Off and on all night he had felt her discomfort and had sent her his love and support in return. About an hour or so later he saw his mate pop her head out of the water in front of him. Taking hold of her hand in his he pulled her to rest in his arms upon the sandy shore of the cove.

"How is Kagome?" asked Inuyasha after giving her a chaste kiss on the lips.

"Kagome… no goodz." she said sadly with a trembling chin.

He could feel her sadness rolling off of her and as she began to cry in his embrace. Reaching deep in himself and spread as much love and support and comfort into his mating bond as he could. As he did this Kikyo snuggled deep into his chest and sought his comforts. She loved how he knew exactly what she needed. She was so grateful for him and knew she could grieve her approaching sister's passing with support. As Inuyasha held her tight he whispered sweet words to her and kissed the top of her raven head. After a while of snuggling, Kikyo calmed down and pulled back slightly for Inuyasha to give her a loving kiss on the lips. When they broke apart Inuyasha tenderly rubbed his thumb over her cheek and taking her tear stains away.

"What happened? I take it they haven't found a cure?" He asked gently.

"No. Kagome… no goodz. Two day n bye… bye." Kikyo said through sniffles.

"Man… I'm so sorry Kikyo." Inuyasha said as he held her tight. "Do you want to go and see her again tonight?"

"Jah… we goez. Wherez Myōga?" asked Kikyo.

"Myōga is with your Dad. Come on, I'll take you to him." Inuyasha said while taking her hand in his before leading her over to the other side of the beach.

(xxx End Music xxx)

Slipping into the water they make their way there and called out for the little crab. Hearing his name Myoga scurries over to them and bows politely.

"How may I help you Princess?" asked Myōga.

"Can you tell Enuyasa that he has some type of party tonight? I have a feeling he's forgotten and with my sister needing to say goodbye and the spell being cast with Chief Kaguya I'm not sure what we need to do." she said as she pulled herself up onto the sand.

"Of course!" Myōga said. He then turned to Inuyasha and told him what his mate said.

"SHIT! I completely forgot!" Inuyasha shouted as he smacked his forehead with his hand. "I guess the easiest thing to do is call my brother later today and let him know I'm still coming. Then when the sun sets sneak into the castle, go to that damn party, say my goodbyes, announce my mating and then slip back into the lagoon. Kaguya could do the transformation there and then after we're done we'll say our goodbyes to Kagome and my brother and be on our way."

"Very well my Lord. I'll make sure the King and the MamiWati members participating in the ceremony are informed." Myōga said.

"Thanks. Well I guess we'll be seeing you tonight then." Inuyasha said pulling Kikyo back into the water with him.

"Yes, enjoy your day Master!" Myōga said as he bowed and made his way back over towards the King and the other mermen resting on the rocks up the beach. Just as they slipped into the water Kikyo heard her name being called further down cove.

"Kikyo!" shouted a young newt. "Wait up!"

"Sota! Where have you been?" asked Kikyo as she hugged her little brother with a giggle.

"I've been hanging out with some of the Newts from the other tribes! Since we are all about the same age we decided when it was time for us to be outcasted that we would look for each other and form a sea wolf gossip!" he said happily before turning towards Inuyasha. "Hi! I'm Sota! Are you my new brother?"

Inuyasha grew nervous at the young male quickly approaching them. Noticing him to be about 13 years of age and not feeling any ill will in his aura he allowed him to greet his mate. As he grew closer he saw that his face was a perfect blend of Kikyo's and Kagame's. After watching Kikyo open her arms warmly to him and holding him closer than what was necessary there was no doubt in his mind that he had to be a little brother. Their auras, physical features and smells were too similar to not be. When the younger male turned to look at him he was met with warm eyes like Kikyo's, a smile filled with mischief like Kagome's and the hidden strength of Poseidon. He heard the boy speak and noticed his voice was beginning to change. He also still held many of his childish mannerism in his expressions. It was sweet watching his mate and her younger brother interact together. He had always wanted a little brother and or a sibling relationship like theirs. It warmed his heart to see his mate being so nurturing too. He already knew her to being selfless and caring towards others but he couldn't help think of the future. She would be an amazing mother and he grew excited and nervous at the thought of her being swollen with his pups. Not wishing to dwell on that just yet he refocused his attention. He had no idea what his brother-in-law had said to him but by looking at his mate's happy expression Inuyasha relaxed and smiled softly at the kid.

"Yes, Sota. This is my mate Enuyasa and your future king." Kikyo said proudly.

"Enu..ya..sa.." Sota said back trying out his new brother-in-laws name on his tongue.

Hearing his name on the boy's lips he smirks at his attempt to say his name. He had the same strange accent as all the other water folk. He figured why try to correct them. It was close enough and it reminded him of Kikyo every time he heard it. He just nodded and looked to his mate unsure of what he needed to do.

"Yes, Enuyasa." said Kikyo happily before pointing Sota in the chest.

She looked at her mate and then said Sota's name.

"Soh..tah" Inuyasha repeated feeling relieved and happy at finally being able to participate in the conversation.

"Yeah! You got it!" Sota said happily. "I can't believe I finally have a big brother!"

"Haha I'm sure once he learns our language you guys will get along great. Now come on! I need to go by mother's cave and pick up a few things for Kagome." Kikyo said motioning for them to follow her.

"You don't care if I come along?" he asked her.

"Of course not! Inuyasha needs to learn anyways and you might as well help me teach him as we go." Kikyo said as she slipped her hand into her mates and pulled him forward to follow.

As they slipped out of the tunnel they made their way south along the coast and Kikyo showed Inuyasha her mother's cave. While they were there she and Sota shared with him some of their memories of their mother and the fun treasures they had collected over the years. Sota even showed him his ivory and wooden "S" shaped treasure he had found in SeaDog. Inuyasha told him it was called a "smoking pipe" and shared the names of many other items in the cove. They spent the majority of the day exploring the hidden cove and southern coast. While they were out Inuyasha contacted his brother to inform him that he was still planning on coming to the party and that he would explain his absence when he go there. When the sun began to go down they made their way home to drop off Sota. Then went over their plan with everyone before Kikyo and Inuyasha slipped up the coast towards the castle to say their goodbyes to their siblings.

(End of Chapter 28)

(This marks the end of day 5 in the water kingdom and starts day 6. Yay! Inuyasha and Kikyo are officially mated and accented into the MerKingdom as future King and Queen. Sorry for those who were voting for Koga or any of the other suitors on winning! Hope you all are enjoying to story so far! I wonder what's going to happen at the party when Inuyasha shares the news? What will Sesshomaru do? Also, will the transformation spell work? Or will Inuyasha be torn from his new family?! Only time will tell! Be sure to follow along to find out! Thanks again for reading. Be sure to send a review on your thoughts! 3 )