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: "Inuyasha OST 3 - Sango to Miroku Tsuyoi Kizuna" and "Little Mermaid OST - Bedtime Score." 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.
Tides Against Time: Big News
"Tsukiyomi!" Lizy called to the healer as she quickly approached her from down the hallway.
"Queen Elizabeth! Is everything alright?" asked Tsukiyomi in surprise at the sudden appearance of the lioness.
"May I speak to you in private please? Somewhere the rest of the house wont eavesdrop?" Lizy asked quietly. The seriousness in her tone made the healer's eyebrows vanish under her bangs.
"Of course! Come right this way!" Tsukiyomi said as she ushered Lizy into her private healing wing. Locking the door behind them she then motioned for Lizy to take the seat across from her desk. "What can I do for you Queen Elizabeth?"
"We've got a situation that you need to be filled in on." Lizy began to say as she straightened her dress skirt and rest her hands over her crossed knee. "You are aware of Kagome's condition regarding her memory issues correct?"
"I am." Tsukiyomi nodded as she relaxed in her chair behind her desk.
"Well... over the years Kagome has received multiple injuries to the skull. A couple months ago she pass out and hit her head on the side of Louie's desk. The impact was near her temple and it forced her into a coma. It lasted little over a week." Lizy cautioned making Tsukiyomi's eyes widen in horror.
"That is quite serious! I was wondering why she had mild scaring along her scalp. Had I not checked on her bump I would have missed them. Her hair is so thick they are easy to hide. Why didn't she her coma before? Had I of known I would have been monitoring her differently." Tsukiyomi frowned as she sat back in her chair.
"Kagome doesn't like being a burden. If that means staying quite so you don't spend your time on her instead of someone else she'll do it." Lizy sighed in frustration. "I hadn't planned checking on her until later but when I finished my bath I found my chick and the Prince missing. I was not too pleased were I found them."
"Don't tell me…" Tsukiyomi groaned as she covered her eyes with her hand. "Our Lady has met her mate's pup hasn't she?"
"She did... but that's not all. Somehow through the course of my bath they have claimed each other as pack."
"Truly?! Oh this is great news!" Tsukiyomi gasped.
"It's wonderful news but I accidentally left the door open and Lady Sara found us. She got all jealous of Kagome holding Lorenzo in her lap and freaked out on her." Lizy said making Tsukiyomi gasp in shock.
"Her behavior is very surprising. You don't think she knows do you?" asked Tsukiyomi.
"No, but I don't think she appreciated a demoness she didn't know giving her son motherly affection. I think it made Lady Sara insecure and stirred her to mark her territory. She being human of course meant she didn't catch Kagome's scent claim all over him. Had she of been a demon... it would have escalated further than a few snippy remarks. However, that ignorance won't last forever. When she finds out that she not only lost her pup to Kagome but her mate as well, all hell is going to break loose." Lizy said making Tsukiyomi sigh dramatically.
"Hopefully when it occurs she will realize that Lorenzo will still be in her life." Tsukiyomi said making Lizy shake her head.
"You forget demon pack law." Lizy said making Tsukiyomi stiffen. "She may be his birth mother but in the demon world Kagome is now the alpha bitch in Sesshomaru's pack. If Kagome sees that Lorenzo is being mistreated or simply wishes to take him away from her, by pack rights she is over Sarah. Lorenzo would obey Kagame first, then his birth mother. It wouldn't surprise me if Lorenzo recognized his father's claim towards Kagome and let his instincts lead him into claiming her as his pack mother. Besides, I would imagine once the divorce is final Sara would be sent back to Rome. She would only be given visitation rights since he is Spain's heir."
"Wouldn't our Lady have to be fully mated to Sesshomaru for her to be his head bitch?" asked Tsukiyomi in confusion.
"Technically yes, but she smelled heavily of Sesshomaru and her womb holds his demonic signature. I did not sense a mating mark on Kagome so I'm assuming they are waiting until the court finalizes everything. However that leaves her at the courts mercy. They could see her as a threat and send her away until Sara passes on. I don't think Sesshomaru will go for that but it's hard to say what will happen. Regardless Kagome as of right now is his mistress and first bitch in his pack. The only way for Sara to be ahead of Kagome again is if she mates with Sesshomaru and he marks her womb with his energy. Then Kagome would be seen as a concubine or a second mate until Sara dies." Lizy said making Tsukiyomi worry her lip.
"So with our Lady's recent head trauma, are you worried the added stress has made her condition worse?" asked Tsukiyomi making Lizy nod her head.
"When we last spoke she mentioned her head was hurting. I noticed her pupils were oddly dilated. It's very unlike her to complain about anything. For her to mention any pain it must be serious. I made sure to come to you as soon as I left her chambers. The last time her eyes looked like that she had a concussion. There is something else you need to look for signs of. Having known Kagome the past five demon years I know when her heat cycle is. While we were sitting together on the couch I noticed she had gone into heat. Its scent has changed and was heavily blended with Sesshomaru's. I think she might be pupped." Lizy said making Tsukiyomi smile sadly.
"If what you are telling me is true, this will be a very difficult pregnancy for Kagome. Her body will channel all of her energy and sustenance into the pup. It will make it harder for her skull to heal properly and leave her open to further illness. With the added stress of Lady Sara and the political drama certain to happen in the future, she could miscarry. Everyone will have to be extremely careful moving forward. I love that our Lord and Lady are finally building a family but its makes me sad that the world isn't rejoicing with them. I will do whatever it takes to see that she and the pup are well taken care of." Tsukiyomi said as she stood up from her desk and began to fill her medical bag with supplies. "If my Lord has indeed pupped his mate-to-be, I will leave the announcing to him. I'd hate to be on the one to ruin such a surprise. However, I will look for signs so I can properly care for her in the future. Thank you for informing me of this. Was there anything else you wanted to tell me?"
"Just to keep what I've told you in complete confidence. Should word of this get out it could be disastrous." Lizy warned making Tsukiyomi pale with worry.
"I understand. I just hope everything works out." Tsukiyomi said as she picked up her medical bag and opened the door for them to leave. "Thank you again for your aid. It is always a pleasure having you here."
"Thank you Tsukiyomi. You are too kind. Do you know if your Lord has finished with his meetings for the day? I wanted to fill him in before I departed for the evening." Lizy asked as they began to make their way down the hall.
"The Court meetings normal finish around 6 o'clock. You might be able to catch him towards the boardroom. You can fill him in there." Tsukiyomi said as she pointed down a long hall with two large oak doors at the end of it.
"Perfect! Thanks again." Lizy smiled as she waved goodbye and quickly made her way towards her next target. Just as she neared the doors they opened and dozens of officials dressed in blue and white court robes poured out from inside. Catching a shimmer of silver Lizy took off after him.
"Lord Sesshomaru?" Lizy cleared her voice as she saw him making his way down the hall with two of his officials at his side. Seeing she caught their attention she approached. "I'm sorry to bother you but I need to speak with you... privately." Lizy asked making Sesshomaru stare at her contemplatively.
"Meet me in my office first thing tomorrow morning." Sesshomaru commanded to one of his officials.
"Yes my Lord." The officials said before leaving them to talk alone in the hallway.
"Come." Sesshomaru said as he motioned for her to follow him. Once inside his office Lizy walked over to the window near the fireplace and watched the sun begin to set in the distance. Hearing the door click behind her Lizy waited for him to sit in his chair before taking a deep breath.
"My daughter is in love with your son." She said making Sesshomaru stiffen slightly in his seat. This caused her to chuckle. "Worry not, I don't think we need begin any marriage arrangements just yet."
"As appealing as it sounds to align our families it is not the time. What is it you truly wish to speak of?" Sesshomaru hinted knowingly making Lizy smirk.
(*** Inuyasha OST 3 - Sango to Miroku Tsuyoi Kizuna ***)
"Nothing ever gets past your nose." Lizy teased before sighing and taking her seat across from him. "Your pup joined in on Arthur and Odette's nap this afternoon. They appeared to be sleeping so I went and took a quick bath. However while I was preoccupied they snuck out of my chambers."
"What did my pup get into this time?" Sesshomaru sighed as he leaned back into his seat and folded his hands in his lap.
"It's not what our offspring got into that's the problem. It's who they interrupted in her room." Lizy said making Sesshomaru clench his jaw in an attempt to stay calm.
"What happened?" Sesshomaru asked has his amber eyes looked into her green with irritation.
"Do you want me to be frank or do you want everything?" Lizy asked with a quirked brow. She knew this wasn't going to be pleasant regardless of what she said. Crossing her arms over her chest she relaxed in her seat.
"Tell me what is necessary. I do not wish for exaggerated details." Sesshomaru waved off.
"Alright then." Lizy said not surprised. "When I noticed them missing I followed their scents. I was very surprised to find them coming from her room. I at first was afraid Kagome and Lorenzo would be upset. However, when I opened the door they were sitting comfortably on the couch listening to Kagome tell a story. All three of them were quite content and didn't even notice me until I interrupted them. When I walked closer my nose picked up on something very interesting. I am not sure how it happened but your mate-to-be and pup have marked each other as pack."
"You must be mistaken." Sesshomaru said as his eyes narrowed with doubt.
"I am not." Sara said making Sesshomaru's heart flutter. "Do not forget I recognize pack law having come from a pride of lions. Your son's aura has claimed her as his pack mother and vise versa. I watched him nuzzled into her neck as she held him and cloaked him in her scent. She even kissed him on the nose with hers and purred like his mother would have done to comfort a pup. There is no mistaking it... they are pack."
"You are certain of this?" Sesshomaru said with an unfamiliar emotion reflecting in his eyes. Dare she say hope?
"I am. However, that is not all you need to be aware of." Lizy said making Sesshomaru dread the information. "You wife has discovered Rin."
Sesshomaru cursed under his breath as her ran his fingers over his face. "Does she know?"
"I do not think she has heard the rumors from the servants just yet. However, that won't last long. When she does she will quickly figure out that Rin is Kagome and you will have your hands full. What bothers me is not that your son and your wife met her. Its that Sara hurt Kagome's feelings." Lizy said making Sesshomaru scowl in confusion.
"Explain." Sesshomaru asked as he listened intently.
"When your wife came into the room she told Lorenzo of you permitting him to school. He and Odette got very excited and accidently made Kagome's headache worse."
"Kagome's health has declined?" asked Sesshomaru as he began to get up from his seat.
"Yes, but you need to hear the rest of what I have to say before you go and check on her." Lizy warned making Sesshomaru debate on either to stay and listen to what she had to say or go and check on his love and find out later.
"Continue." Sesshomaru said after a moment. As he sat back down he became more and more irritated with the situation. There plans of having his son and wife meeting Kagome later down the road were completely ruined the second day of her being here. He needed to rethink what to do next and inform his court.
"Lorenzo apologized for making her head hurt. He spoke in both verbal and demonic body language. It was adorable watching him nuzzle into her neck and quietly whimper for her forgiveness. Kagome immediately accepted his apology and held him in her arms as she purred and licked along his jaw. It was so natural how they comforted each other. It was like they were truly mother and pup." Lizy said.
"Incredible…" Sesshomaru whispered as he processed the information.
"Yes, but your wife didn't think so. I hate to say this Sesshomaru but she was cruel to Kagome. It was like a she grew horns or something when she saw Kagome treat him like pack. I'm assuming after being with you the past five demon years she has learned of the Inu ways?" asked Lizy.
"Some of my customs but this description of my wife is very uncharacteristic. She has her moments but is normally a very docile creature. Perhaps the added stress of our pending separating has made her act so?" Sesshomaru frowned in thought. "Don't take it personal. This one is certain she didn't mean to blow it off on you both."
"You are mistaken my friend. She was not rude to me, only towards Kagome." Lizy said making Sesshomaru scowl deepen. "When Lorenzo refused to leave Kagome's side for supper Sara had to bribe him into taking us into town tomorrow. Then to top it off when Odette asked about Rin going Sara made it clear that Kagome wasn't invited. She said some other rude comments as well that made my hackles rise. If it affected me imagine how it was for Kagome! Needless to say after they were gone I asked if she was ok and she said she wasnt. She might play it off Sesshomaru but Kagome is in pain; both emotionally and physically." Lizy said making Sesshomaru growl.
"What are you not telling me?" Sesshomaru growled low.
"(Sigh) When Kagome first saw Lorenzo, she noticed his eyes weren't yours... but your wife's. It hurt her pretty bad knowing if things had been differently she would have been his birth mother. She believes she should have been the one to carry him, nurse him and watch him grow. I think it made her feel like she failed you as a mate. Despite seeing Sara in Lorenzo she saw you in him too. She chose to overlook her hurt and do whatever Lorenzo needed. Her instincts recognized that he needed a pack mother. A demon mother who could care for him in ways Sara couldn't. But when Sara came in and basically ripped Lorenzo out of her lap, I swear it was like watching her get slapped in the face. It took everything I had to not drag your pup back into Kagome's arms. I've never seen Kagome so torn on what to do. She's hurting and the added stress of everything is only making her headaches worse. I just hope it doesn't get serious again." Lizy said making Sesshomaru stiffen.
"Again? What does that mean?" Sesshomaru demanded.
"As you know Kagome suffers from memory sometimes cause her to get dizzy or pass out. Over the years Kagome's has sustained many injuries to the head. She fell before we left and... well it knocked her out for over a week. Our healer back in Paris said her skull is no longer healing as it should. Something to do with her demonic energy becoming damaged in that area and no longer telling her body it needs to heal. He told us that if she hits her head hard again like that she might go into another coma and not wake back up." Lizy warned making Sesshomaru visibly pale.
"Why didn't you tell me this before?" asked Sesshomaru as his hands slightly tightened on his arm rests.
"I only just found out she was your lost mate. I didn't think it was necessary to share all of her medical history with you." Lizy joked half-heartedly. "Your mate-to-be is in need of serious rest and from what I smelled and sensed earlier... I take it your pup won't have to wait long for a sibling?"
"Perhaps." Sesshomaru said with a gentle smile. It made her smirk wickedly.
"Didn't take you long you o'l dog." Lizy teased making Sesshomaru's amber eyes glimmer in amusement and a smug smirk echoing her own. "I had Tsukiyomi check on her before I found you. She is up to date on the situation and knows to keep her mouth shut for their safety."
(xxx stop music xxx)
"Good." Sesshomaru nodded as he turned to look out the window. "You best head down to the dinning hall. By the position of the sun I am certain the servants will be clearing the tables shortly."
"Yeah I should. I'm sure being gone most of the afternoon my son isn't too happy with me." Lizy chuckled as she began to make her way towards the door. Then another unpleasant thought came to mind. "Being your friend I say this out of concern. Be careful moving forward with Sara. I know she can be kind but if what I saw today is any indication on how she will react I'd make sure to have preparations for both Kagome and Lorenzo at the ready."
"I appreciate the warning." Sesshomaru said as he stood up from his chair and followed her towards the dining hall.
"Are you eating with us?" asked Lizy as they walked down the hall.
"No, this one will grab something from the kitchens. The castle still needs to be turned down for the evening. Have Louie come to the office once he is finished with his morning meal. Lorenzo's school arrangements alongside my divorce must be handled swiftly." said Sesshomaru as he began to walk down another hallway. "Oh and Elizabeth?"
"Yes?" Lizy called as she watched him walk away.
"Thank you." He said before he disappeared around a corner.
"You're welcome." Lizy smiled knowing his demonic ears heard her.
As she continued to make her way towards the dinning hall she had to shake her head to clear her anxious thoughts. It amazed her how their family vacation could have flipped so quickly. Once the servants opened the door to the dinning room the angry cry of her son greeted her ears.
"Where have you been mate?" asked Louie as he failed to sneak a spoonful of mushed peas into their son's fussing beak.
"I had a meeting with the healer that went a little longer than planned. Not to worry. She is well informed on Rin's health and is checking on her as we speak." Lizy smiled although her mate saw through her lie.
"That's good to hear." Lady Sara smiled from across the table. It annoyed Lizy how she was acting like what happened earlier in Kagome's room never happened. "What time would you like to go out and explore the city?"
"When would you recommend? Louie and I have only explored in the afternoon." Lizy said as she took a nibble of her own meal and successfully silenced her son's fussing beak with a mouthful of peas.
"Well early morning is very busy with all the merchants and city workers bringing in their goods. That's the best time to buy fresh produce and merchandise. However with us bringing little ones I'd say late morning is best. It's not terribly hot and the rush has died down significantly. Plus the workers aren't as pushy since they already gained a penny and are more willing to barter." Sara said as she set down her cutlery.
"If a carriage can be readied I say we head out after breakfast. We can shop all morning, grab some lunch in town and then if the little ones want to do anything after that we can. Once finished we can come back to the castle for their afternoon naps." Lizy offered.
"That sounds perfect! Oh this will be so much fun. I haven't had a girl to go shopping with in months!" Sara laughed making Lizy chuckle.
"We'll be sure to make the most of it then." Lizy said just as the servants began to clear the table.
"Come Lorenzo, lets get you ready for bed. Your Father should be almost finished for the evening." Sara said as she helped her son out of his chair. "You can tell him about how excited you are for school!"
"Ohtay!" Lorenzo said as he took his mother's hand and followed her out the door. Once they had disappeared Louie turned to his mate and gave her a knowing glare.
"Not until we are in our chambers." Lizy warned making Louie nod in understanding.
"Alright then, my little swan. Let's be off to bed as well." Louie said to his daughter as he got up from his seat.
"Maman, is Auntie Rin really named Kagome?" Odette asked making her parents flinch.
"Odette sweet heart now is not the time to talk about that." Lizy scolded and she picked up Arthur and cursed under her breath when she noticed a servant coming out from the kitchen to wipe down the table.
"Why Maman?" Odette asked innocently.
"Louie?" Lizy asked as they began to walk out of the hall a little faster. Catching sight of the servant Louie picked up his daughter and followed after his wife.
"Odette what do you want to do in the city tomorrow?" asked Louie trying to distract their daughter.
"I want to see da martet!" Odetta declared happily.
"The market? I'm sure Lady Sara's escorts could take you all there." Louie said as he let out a relieved sigh. "Did you want something in particular?"
"A new dwess for my dolly." Odette said making her Father smile. "Her old dwess got yucky on da ship."
"I'm sure a new dress or two for your doll can be arranged." Louie chuckled as they finally made it to their hallway. "If you don't find one we'll be sure to get some material to make one."
"Merci Père." Odette said as she hugged her father's neck and kissed his cheek.
Once they were inside the mated pair quickly readied their chicks for bed. When they had settled and fallen asleep Lizy told her afternoon to her mate and uncovered their friend's steadily unraveling future. They just prayed that the servant hadn't heard their daughter's slip up and everything would be taken care of before Sara or Rome found out.
[Sesshomaru]
(*** Little Mermaid OST - Bedtime Score ***)
Having just ordered the last change of the guard for the evening Sesshomaru made his way towards the Royal Wing. Seeing his son's bedroom door cracked with the candlelight still flickering inside he looked in to see if he was still awake.
"Papa!" Lorenzo shouted just as he nearly tumbled out of his sleeping pants he was trying to put on.
"Need help pup?" Sesshomaru chuckled as he walked into his son's room and knelt down before the toddler.
"No I's a big pup now!" Lorenzo grunted as he successfully put two legs into one side of the sleeping pants. "Dang it…"
"That doesn't mean you have to stop asking for help." Sesshomaru smirked as he helped his son fix his leg into the proper sleeve of his pants.
"Danks papa." Lorenzo said as he ran over to his bed and began to get under the covers. "Will you willy let me goes to skool wif Odette?"
"Only if you wish to. I had planned on having you tutored here." Sesshomaru said as he nuzzled his son's hair just as his wife came in with a warm glass of milk.
"But den I won't be wif Odette!" Lorenzo whined with a frown. "I wants to be home wif you but Odette will be dair!"
"You don't have to choose now darling." Sara said as she set his glass on the side table and kissed his forehead. "School won't start for another year yet. You have time to think about it."
"Ohtay." Lorenzo said as he snuggled into his pillows. "Night papa, night mama."
"Night darling. We'll see you in the morning." Sara said as she blew out the candle and followed her husband out the door."
(xxx stop music xxx)
Not wanting to delay his visit to Kagome any longer Sesshomaru quietly snuck into the room across the hall from Lorenzo's and closed the door behind him. He felt bad leaving Sara alone again for the evening but his beast's need to be with their mate-to-be was pumping strongly in his veins. With his demonic speed he leaped out the window before Sara had even closed Lorenzo's door and turned around to find him gone. Once in the air he vanished under the stars and reappeared outside Kagome's patio doors. Looking through the pane of glass along the door he heard Tsukiyomi tell her goodnight and then watched her go out the door. Kagome having sensed his aura got out of bed and walked over to the patio door to unlock it. He looked beautiful standing under the light of the moon. His long silver hair, alabaster skin and white uniform glowed against the darkness. His broad shoulders, strong jawline and muscular chest made her want to run her hands along his body. She remembered how he had looked bare to her eyes and it made her shiver at the memory. He was a god of the night and he was all hers.
Looking through the glass she saw that his eyes were a dark caramel color and were starting intensely at her. Feeling like she was his prey she instantly grew hot and her eyes became a dark indigo color. Wanting to play with him a little she slowly approached the door with a slight sway of her hips. Recognizing her seduction made him step closer to the glass and growl huskily. Through the entire process their eyes never wavered building their heated sexual tension. She leaned against the glass making their faces inches apart. Knowing they were only separated by the pane of glass made her heart race. He was so close but just out of her reach. As their breath mingled against it, a misty fog formed. Placing one hand on the glass near his heart he mirrored her. Little finger prints imprinted through the fog and it felt cold against their heated skin. The drastic temperature difference make goosebumps appear along their flesh. As soon as the last of the lock unhooked he pushed the door open and pulled her to him.
Burring his nose into her neck the lingering scent of his son still clung to her hair and skin. He could sense their blended bond and a deep rumble rolled up from his belly. It greatly pleased he and his beast to know that she was another step closer into becoming his mate and that his son had accepted his bitch as his pack mother. He knew with Kagome in his life whatever happened with Sara, Lorenzo would be protected and cared for. As he continued to lick along her neck and nibble on her earlobe he, cup her backside and pulled her against him. He wanted her to feel just how pleased he was that his family was not only coming together but would soon be getting bigger. Hearing her gasp as she felt him he growled from deep in his chest and kneaded her plump ass. Her backside felt amazing resting in his large hands and he loved how she welcomed his touch by leaning into it. He knew his heat was rising so he let the subtle scent of his new pup fill his nose and held her against him.
"So its true…" Sesshomaru whispered huskily into her neck. "I smell him all over you."
"He's beautiful..." Kagome whispered back as she clung to his uniform jacket and relaxed into his embrace. "I couldn't believe how much he looks like you and your brother."
"Hn." Sesshomaru smirked into her neck as he ran his other hand through her silky hair at the nap of her neck. "This one is pleased he has accepted you."
"It was amazing Sesshomaru. My instincts recognized him as yours and I immediately felt pulled to him. As soon as I had him in my arms he melted into my touch and called for me to claim him as his mother. Before I realized what was happening our auras blended as mother and son. It was like a piece of my heart I had no idea was missing was suddenly full. When I heard Odette laughing from joy Lorenzo and I couldn't help but join her. Its a moment I'll never forget. Being with you and now having your son accept me into his life has made me indescribably happy." Kagome sniffled as tears began to fall down her cheeks. "I love you. I love you both so much!"
As she cried he held her tightly in his arms. He trembled from the overwhelming flood of emotions that rushed through his body and buried his face into her neck. The sting of tears threatened to fall from his eyes and a tight itch clung in his throat. She loved his son and was happy; truly happy! He had betrayed her by impregnating another... yet she chose to over look that fault and accept and love them both. He did not deserve such loyalty but he was grateful none the less. How had he become so lucky to have her? Gods how he loved this woman. His family was coming together and he couldn't believe it!
"So you are happy to be my pup's pack mother?" asked Sesshomaru as he pulled back to lick her tears away.
"V-very happy." Kagome said as she tried to recover from crying.
"How would you feel about mothering this one's future offspring?" Sesshomaru asked as he cupped her face tenderly and looked into her rippling blues. Although her inner beast had no problem mothering his seed that didn't mean she did. He had to ask he needed to know...
"What do you mean? I thought being your mate that it came with the job?" Kagome asked teasingly making him breath a sigh of relief.
"True, but what I mean is..." Sesshomaru asked as he gingerly rubber her cheek with one hand and slipped his other hand down between them to rest over her lower stomach. Here he could feel his energy sown deep inside and a subtle warmth beginning to grow. "... how do you feel about carrying this one's pup?
"(Gasp!) R-really?" Kagome asked as her eyes went wide in understanding. Feeling weak in the knees her fingers gripped his uniform for support.
"Yes." Sesshomaru said while rubbing over her womb. He watched in awe as his mate-to-be began to glow with happiness.
"Really?! Really?! Kagome asked again as the most beautiful smile he had ever seen spread across her face.
"Yes!" Sesshomaru chuckled making her fling her hands down to cover over his laying on her stomach.
"Oh… Sesshomaru." Kagome cried as her tears returned full storm. "I... I can't even b-begin to t-tell you how happy I am."
"Being this soon does not displease you?" Sesshomaru asked as he knelt before her. Cupping her sides he looked up into her face.
"Heavens no! I'm ecstatic!" Kagome shouted making Sesshomaru's amber eyes shimmer with molten gold.
Pulling her close to him Sesshomaru rubbed his nose into her stomach and soaked up the scent of their lingering union. Snuggled safely within her womb's inner folds was the gentle breeze of a spring meadow layered with wild flowers and lemon grass. The perfect spring landscape. As he felt his mate lovingly stroking his hair he held her around her waist and nuzzled into her belly. Holding her like this made him purr. When his wife had been pupped his beast deprived him of this connection. Now experiencing it for the first time he was grateful it was with his mate. He could feel her trembling in his arms as he loved on her belly and could smell her tears as she sniffled. There were five moments in his life he could think of were he was indescribably happy. One, was seeing her for the first time after 50 years in his lagoon. The second was holding his son for the first time. Three being reunited with his mate last night. Four waking up to finding his beast had pupped her and five holding her right now as she accepted both of his pups. Just the thought of them at last starting a family together knocked the wind out of him. Pushed her nightgown up to rest under her breasts, he planted little kisses and licks all over her lower belly. It was flat now but soon... yes soon she would be round with pup.
Seeing him cherishing their little one with such love had her smiling through her tears. It made her all the more excited to see their little one come into the world. Continuing his kisses up her stomach he lifted her nightgown over her head. Cupping her tear-streaked face in his large hands he gingerly lowered his lips to hers and kissed her with mind-blowing passion. It was not a needy kiss that was rushed or rough but was slow and lingering. Every caress and every heart beating breath made their senses overload and their nerve endings tingle. Their tongue tangled and stocked, they sucked and nibbled on their lips and their fangs would nip and scrape. It was sensual, it was passionate, it was... them. As they continued to make love with their mouths they undressed fully until nothing remained. Carefully hooking his arm under her legs Sesshomaru carried his bride, bridal style to her bed. While she rested in his arms she kissed along his jaw and nibbled and licked behind his ear. When he laid her down in the center of the bed she pulled him to her. Careful not to lay too much of his weight on top of her they continued to shower each other with kisses and tender caress.
"Make love to me." Kagome whispered into his ear as he nuzzled into the crook of her neck.
"We shouldn't. You need to rest so your body can heal." Sesshomaru said as he rolled onto his side and pulled her close. "I have two females who would be very upset with me if we did."
"Who?" asked Kagome in confusion as she turned in his embrace to get a better look at his face.
"A lioness and a human healer." Sesshomaru said making Kagome groan in annoyance. "How is your head?"
"A little better. It's not as bad as it was. Tsukiyomi gave me some medicine to help." Kagome said as she relaxed into his embrace and snuggled into his chest. "Its really ok for us to…"
"No." Sesshomaru said cutting her off. "As much as I would love to show you my excitement in your pregnancy it would make me feel better giving you a chance to recover tonight to help keep our pup strong."
"Well... if you put it that way I guess we can make due." Kagome agreed as she rest her hand over her womb. "Anything to keep our little one happy and healthy."
"Hn." Sesshomaru agreed as he joined his hand with hers and threaded their fingers together. "Your sister will be most pleased."
"(Gasp!) That's right! It's nearly mid February! They should be well on their way to the Cove." Kagome smiled excitedly. "Have you been able to keep up with them since I've been gone?"
"My brother and I speak regularly. Last we spoke was the day before your arrival. They were passing through the southern boarder of Morocco."
"That means they'll be here any day now!" Kagome nearly squealed from her excitement making him chuckle. She was just too cute and he couldn't stop the warmth from filling his eyes. "They'll be so shocked to find out I'm back!"
"And with pup." Sesshomaru finished with a genuine smile that he showed to only her. The intense beauty of his eyes and the knowledge of his seed growing in her womb had her and her inner beast purring in delight.
"Our pup." Kagome purred and nuzzled under his chin.
Loving the sound of that Sesshomaru kissed her once again with his intense passion. After a while Sesshomaru sensed Kagome growing tired in his arms. Sealing the night with one last kiss he then rubbed her nose with his and said, "Let us rest. I will be sure to return to visit as soon as my morning meeting is finished."
"Alright." Kagome agreed just before she yawned. Snuggling into his chest she whispered, "Night, Sesshomaru."
"Goodnight." Sesshomaru whispered back as he kissed her forehead and pulled the blankets around them.
As they held each other through the night the new life that was in her womb began to take root and grow. Being snuggled between its parents in love it molded their auras into itself and savored in the feeling of pack.
(End of Chapter 55)
(Yay! Kagome's pupped! I wonder what it will be? Oh wait... their beasts said "pups" in the last chapter... could there be more than one? If so, what is your guess? Only time will tell of course! More chapters to come! Thanks for reading :D)