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 1 - Time traveling Kagame" "Inuyasha OST 3 - Two Hearts" "The Little Mermaid OST - 15 - Flatsam and Jetsam" and "Inuyasha OST 1 - Longing." 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: Surprise
"Is that tray about ready to go? Mmmm smells good!" Sango shouted as she came into the bustling kitchen.
"Just about. Apparently Lady Rin is under the weather so Tsukiyomi has prescribed her a special diet." Daija said as he loaded the tray with lean chicken breast and hearty steamed veggies.
"That's unfortunate." Sango frowned as she helped him finish the tray. "I hope whatever she has doesn't spread throughout the castle. Sebastian just got over a head cold."
"Tsukiyomi said it wasn't contagious so I wouldn't worry about your kids getting sick." Daija said as he filled the tea pot with hot water. "If she has a problem handling any of the food let me know and I'll fix her something else."
"Sounds good." Sango said as she carefully picked up the heavy tray and made her way out of the kitchen.
"Where do you think you're going?" called a sultry male voice coming up the hallway behind her.
"To take Lady Rin her lunch." Sango said as she looked over her shoulder. She smiled when her husband wrapped his arms around her waist from behind.
"Lady Rin huh?" Miroku smirked before kissing her cheek. "Lovely woman, be sure to say hello for me."
"It's not a social visit." Sango giggled as she relaxed against his strong chest.
"Perhaps you should stay and chat for a while? I heard the poor women has been stuck in her room since her arrival." Miroku suggested as he reluctantly let go of his wife. "I'm sure she would appreciate the company."
"Only if she wants it." Sango shrugged before kissing his lips goodbye. "Don't forget to pick up the kids from next door. I'm watching the Prince and Princess tonight remember?"
"Don't worry my dear wife. I won't forget." Miroku said as he watched her swaying hips disappear down the hallway.
"Ugh... She's going to kill me when she find out." he inwardly groaned. "Thank the gods I hid her father's weapons..."
Unaware of her husband's inner turmoil Sango continued on her way up towards Rin's chambers. Knocking on the door but getting no response she pushed it open to make sure she was in the right room. Seeing a lump under the covers she walked over to the table resting against the wall and set the tray down.
(*** Inuyasha OST 1 - Time traveling Kagome ***)
"Lady Rin? I've brought your lunch." Sango said as she began to draw back the curtains. "If you wish I can ready the patio table for you?"
With her back facing the bed Sango didn't see the flinch in pain slip across Kagome's face when the bright light of the afternoon sun pulled her out of her sleep. Sitting up in bed she rubbed the sleep from her eyes and watched Sango open the last curtain along the wall.
"That would be nice thank you." Kagome said just as Sango turned around.
"K-K-Kagome?!" Sango squeaked as her knees buckled out from under her. She quickly grabbed hold of the back of the chair next to her and clutched a hand over her racing heart.
"Miss me?" Kagome smiled as her bright ocean blue eyes began to tear up.
"OH MY GOD!" Sango shouted as tears of joy fell down her cheeks. She raced towards the bed and pulled her into a tight bear hug.
As they held each other tight they cried and laughed at the same time. When they finally were able to compose themselves they pulled back to look into their faces.
"How?!" Sango whispered, as she looked Kagome up and down in disbelief.
"I don't really know. One moment I'm in complete darkness and the next I'm in Paris sitting in a comfy bed. The La Flèche family found me washed up on a beach along the French coast during their honeymoon. I've been living with them the past five demon years beause I had no clue who I was. They adopted me soon after and Queen Elizabeth named me Rin. It wasn't until coming to Valencia and seeing Sesshomaru that everything finally pieced back together." Kagome said as she took Sango's hand in hers. "It's so nice to be back."
"Amazing…" Sango whispered as she shook her head to process everything. "I'm going to kill Miroku when I see him. He knew you were here and didn't tell me!"
"Maybe he wasn't able to?" Kagome sniffled as she rubbed her sleeve over her eyes to clear them. "Sesshomaru's got the Court on lock down until they can figure out what to do about Rome."
"So you know..." Sango said tenderly as she looked into Kagome's sad eyes.
"Yeah… I know. The situation sucks but we're working through it. I've met Lorenzo. He's a sweet heart." Kagome said as she played with Sango's wedding ring on her finger.
It had amazed her how time aged her beloved friend. She looked to be about 35 now and had a few grey hairs lining her pony tail. She had a few motherly lines around her eyes and mouth and had gained a little weight in her bust and hips. Having heard about her kids and knowing of Miroku's dedication to Sango it made her smile despite the lost time. Being demon now she knew the hands of time worked differently than what used to be, however knowing Sango was happy with a loving family of her own made it better.
"And a mischief maker." Sango giggled as she too wiped the tears away from her eyes. "I'm normally the one watching him while Lady Sara is managing the castle affairs."
"Where is he now?" Kagome asked curiously as Sango got up from the bed to pick up her tray.
"He's taking a bath with Princess Odette across the hall. I'm on kitchen duty today so they are with another maid. I guess they went a little wild in the gardens this morning and got quite dirty." Sango said.
"Haha! I can imagine." Kagome laughed as she pulled back the covers on her bed and began to follow Sango out onto the patio.
"So is this rumor about you being sick true?" Sango asked as she took in her slightly wobbly friend.
"Kind of, I passed out and hit my head the other day but the main reason was to keep word of my return from spreading until Sesshomaru's divorce goes through." Kagome said as she sat in her seat while Sango began to pour her tea.
"So why the special diet?" asked Sango in confusion.
"Well Sesshomaru and I's beasts got a little over excited in being reunited." Kagome giggled as she took a sip of her tea. "Sango… I'm pregnant."
"Really?!" Sango shouted happily as she covered her mouth in shock. "Oh! Kagome! This is wonderful! How long have you know?"
"Only two days." Kagome laughed as she welcomed her crying friend into her arms.
"I can't even handle this right now." Sango laughed making Kagome laugh along with her. "Who all knows?"
"I'm assuming only the Court and my personal staff. That being Kaede, Tsukiyomi and now you of course." Kagome said as Sango pulled out the seat beside her.
"I'd hate to be in the room when Lady Sara finds out." Sango said as Kagome began to eat her lunch.
"I don't even want to think of that." Kagome sighed. "She already doesn't like me."
"What do you mean?" Sango asked. "She doesn't know who you are does she?"
"Not yet but she got all jealous when I was snuggling with Lorenzo and Odette on the couch the other day. She doesn't know it yet but Lorenzo has accepted my claim over him as his pack mother." Kagome said making Sango gasp.
"Pack Mother? What does that mean?" Sango asked not understanding the power she now possessed.
"When Lorenzo and I met, his instincts recognized his father's sent on me. My beast recognized him as Sesshomaru's pup and immediately wanted to claim him as ours. By rights Lorenzo should have been mine so it was only natural that I take him back. When I held him in my arms our needs to claim each other as pack became so great that our aura's flared and now by demon standard's he is my pup. We are bound together through a demonic familial bond that can only be broken by death. The difference between Sara and I now is that I am Sesshomaru's alpha bitch. She might be Lorenzo's birth mother and Sesshomaru's wife but I hold power in what happens to Lorenzo and in the bedroom. Lorenzo's instincts recognize that Sesshomaru's scent has chosen me over his mother. To my delight only Sara's clothing had a light trace of his scent but nothing inside of her to indicate they had been intimate in months. Sesshomaru's claim over me speaks louder to Lorenzo then any words could. I am his father's chosen female, the alpha bitch and his new provider and demon mother. He is mine." Kagome explained making Sango's eyes widen in shock.
"Incredible…" Sango said. "I had no idea. So if a demon had multiple mates how would that work?"
"There is always one alpha bitch in a pack. The other mothers would be betta or omega depending upon their strength and value to the pack in the alpha's eyes. The head mother therefore directs the other mothers for the betterment of the pack. The pups will receive nourishment from their birth mothers but when it comes to their development and authority they listen to the pack mother." Kagome said before taking a bite of her food. "Sara is human and can't provide certain things for Lorenzo. Even as little as he is he recognizes his mother's inability to take care for his demon half. I on the other hand can provide him and his little beast everything they need to grow into a strong healthy adult. If Sara were a demon and Sesshomaru chose to have Sara as a second bitch I wouldn't need to provide as much care into his development. However that isn't the case so he must get the demonic nourishment from me."
"Huh." Sango said a she crossed her arms over her chest. "I understand the basics of animal pack instincts but I guess I never realized demons followed along the same lines."
"Not all demons follow these rules but they do recognize them. Sesshomaru's line of demon is strongly pack oriented. Being a free flowing water creature I don't naturally feel pulled towards these instincts. After living with the La Flèche's the past five years I have learned to adopt some of these attributes. Lizy being from a pride of lions and Louie from a flock of birds." Kagome said.
"It's a good thing they found you then." Sango said. "I'm sure it's helped in your transition back."
"It has." Kagome said as she finished her plate. Just then the door to the patio flew open and two bright eyed toddlers raced towards them.
"Gome!" Lorenzo shouted happily before running to her side and wrapping his arms around her waist.
"How do you feel Aunti Rin?" asked Odette as she too hugged her waist.
"I'm good now that you two are here!" Kagome said making them laugh. "Did you enjoy your baths?"
"Uh huh! We all cwean!" Odette chirped as she sat in the chair next to her. Her blond curls were still damp from her bath and her little cheeks were pink from the hot water.
"Da wader turned bwown and gots all yucky." Lorenzo said as he stuck his tongue out making Kagome laugh. His hair was equally damp but his little puppy ears with fuzzy fur was just too much. Unable to help herself Kagome scratched behind one of them making him purr.
"Aunti Rin? Can you tell us da west of da stowy?" Odette asked innocently.
"Sure sweet heart. Let's go back inside though. Its kind of chilly out here and I don't want you two to get sick with your hair still damp." Kagome said.
"Ohtay!" shouted Lorenzo and Odette as they raced inside and jumped onto the bed.
"I hate to leave but I still have chores to do around the castle." Sango apologized as she helped Kagome up from her seat and picked up the empty tray.
"That's alright. Could you maybe come by tomorrow? I'd love to catch up and hear about your children." Kagome said making Sango smile brightly.
"Of course!" she said as she watched Kagome climb into the middle of the bed with two wiggling lumps giggling underneath the covers. "Have fun!"
"Don't worry, we will." Kagome laughed just as two little heads popped out. "Now where were we... Ah yes! The mermaid quickly jumped into the water when she and the Prince heard voices coming up the beach."
"Dats right!" Lorenzo said as Sango picked up the other tray and went out the door.
"The Prince didn't see the mermaid for a long time. You see, she was afraid he would capture her if he found out what she was. That didn't stop her from sneaking into his castle moot at night and leaving him gifts for him to find. Over the years he grew fond of the gifts and looked for them. One night under a starry sky he saw the mermaid hiding in the shadows. She was about to swim away when he said,
"Wait don't go! I remember your song and I wish to know you. Will you stay awhile with me?"
The mermaid having heard his plea swam out of the shadows and into his awaiting arms. Over time they spent many nights together and became great friends. Soon their friendship turned to love and they longed to be together. However... as the spring nights grew warm the tides began to change."
"What's going to happen?" asked Odette curiously as she and Lorenzo grew anxious.
"Her father found out about their secret meetings and banished her from ever going back. Heart broken that she didn't get the chance to say goodbye she swam away from home." Kagome said making Odette frown.
"Dats not nice." Odette pouted as she crossed her arms over her chest.
"No, but her father thought the Prince would hurt her so he told her to stay away to keep her safe." Kagome said as she ran her fingers through her blond curls. "That night two eels found her and told her of a magical octopus who could turn her into a land walker."
"What's an eel?" asked Odette.
"And da octtidowpus?" asked Lorenzo.
"An eel is like a snake that lives in the sea and an octopus is a sea creature that has eight legs." Kagome giggled.
(*** Inuyasha OST 3 - Two Hearts ***)
"Oh! I knows what you talkin bout now!" Lorenzo said as Odette nodded in agreement. "So did dis magix octtidowpus helped her?"
"She did but the mermaid only had 7 days before she would return to the sea. As payment she had to give up half of her soul." Kagome said making them gasp. "Wanting to stay a land walker forever the mermaid paid with her remaining half of her soul. The magic worked like a charm and before she knew it her tail split into two legs and her lungs could no longer breath under water. She thought she was going to drown but made it to the surface just in time. She washed up onto the beach and do you know who found her?"
"Da Prince?" asked Lorenzo with wide hopefully eyes.
"That's right!" Kagome said making Lorenzo and Odette giggle. "She couldn't walk well on her new legs so he carried her to his castle. While she stayed in the castle she made many friends and explored her new world. However, their happy time together didn't last."
"What!" Odette and Lorenzo cried out in disbelief. "What happened?!"
"A bad man found out she was a mermaid and took her away." Kagome said making them gasp in horror. "He hurt the mermaid really bad and left her to die upon the sand."
"No! She can't die!" Odette cried as tears began to roll down her cheeks.
"Where is da Prince?! He has to save her with his magix sword!" Lorenzo cried as he held her hand tightly in his.
"The bad man tricked the Prince and he got to the beach just in time to hold the mermaid as she died. He tried using his sword but without her soul in her body it didn't work. Before the Prince had a chance to take her away with him the evil octopus summoned the mermaid's body back into the sea and she turned into foam. The Prince heart broken from losing his love went to find the bad man and the evil octopus to avenge her death." Kagome said. "When the Prince had finished his revenge the gods allowed the mermaid's spirit to tell him goodbye. The Prince held his love's ghost in his arms and told her he would wait for her and mate her in their next life."
"Did they get together in the next one?" asked Odette as she whipped the tears from her cheeks.
"They did but it wasn't until nearly fifteen years later. By then the country the Prince ruled over had forced him to marry another woman. They had a child who he loved very much but he was always sad. He loved the mermaid, not his wife and was very lonely. When the Prince and his mermaid were finally united under the stars they made love that very night and the mermaid became pregnant." Kagome said.
"Yay! They are going to have a baby!" Odette shouted for joy making Lorenzo giggle.
"Yes but they had to keep the baby a secret." Kagome whispered making Lorenzo and Odette's eyes widen. "You see the Prince's wife was mean and did not like that the mermaid had returned and claimed the Prince's son as her's. She became jealous of the mermaid and became angry when the mermaid and the Prince wished to be mated."
"But da mermaid had da Prince first! Day should be togever" Lorenzo shouted angrily making Kagome's heart flutter in her chest.
"Yes she did but the wife loved her husband and son and didn't want the mermaid to take them away from her." Kagome explained as she kissed the top of his head. "However the Prince having only married his wife for the peace of his country made plans with his court to divorce her and send her back to her country."
"Does da Prince and da Mermaid wive happiwy ever after?" Odette asked before she yawned.
"I sure hope so." Kagome said as she watched both of them yawn and rub their eyes sleepily. "I don't know about you two, but I feel a nap coming on."
"Can we stay here?" asked Lorenzo as he nuzzled into her neck.
"Of course! We can all nap together." Kagome giggled as they all cuddled up together.
Having quickly fallen asleep Kagome kissed the tops of their heads and wrapped her arm around them. She tucked Lorenzo's head under her chin and inhaling his sweet wild grass scent. Odette was resting just above her heart and its steady rhythm eased her deeper into sleep. Their little purrs and snores were music to her ears and soon she too had fallen asleep.
[Balearic Sea, The Golden Swan]
(*** The Little Mermaid OST - 15 - Flatsam and Jetsam ***)
"Captain Okami!" shouted the Barron as he made his way towards the wolf demon looking out over the bow of the ship.
"How can I help you Barron Garcia?" asked Mitsukubi.
He was dressed in a black navel uniform with elaborate golden trimmings. Stitched into his breast pocket were two patches; one his ranking as Captain and the other the Italian flag. His brown hair was tied back into a low ponytail making the thin scar along his eyebrow stand out against his sun-toned skin. His eyes were a bright lime green and had a wildness to them that lured you in. He had a strong figure the commanded obedience and a wicked smile that charmed all who looked upon it.
"How goes the current?" asked Barron Garcia as he stood next to him against the railing.
"Strong and steady Sir. We should arrive in Valencia on schedule. That of course without running into any more pirates." Mitsukubi said as he looked out over the vast open sea.
"Good. Good." the Barron said as he shook his balding head and held his hands behind his back. "Have you ever been to Valencia Captain?"
"I have not." Mitsukubi said earning a warm chuckle in reply.
"You'll love it! My daughter's country has the finest wine I've ever tasted and the women aren't half bad either." the Barron winked making the Wolf's wild eyes shimmer at the potential.
"I look forward to the experience." Mitsukubi said with a smirk. "Perhaps that daughter of yours could introduce me to some of her friends."
"I don't see why not. We'll be staying in their home for at least a week." The Barron said as he rocked back and forth on his heals. "She's bound to know someone to keep you company. It wouldn't surprise me if she threw a party for us while we were there."
"What lady doesn't love a good party?" Mitsukubi said making the Barron laugh.
"Indeed Captain! Indeed!" he laughed. "Keep me posted if anything changes to delay our arrival."
"Of course Sir." Mitsukubi said as he bowed to the Barron and watched him make his way towards his cabin.
Thinking of wine and women had Mitsukubi's mouth watering. The combination of a good drink and a rough rut was the finest medicine anyone could prescribe. Looking up at the sails he noticed the breeze was begging to pick up. Seeing the masts taught in place and watching the waves rush past a little faster a wicked grin slid across his lips. Pointy white fangs flashed in the afternoon sun and a low dark chuckle rolled up from deep in his chest. Looking over the horizon his wild green eyes burned with heat as they grew closer to their destination.
(xxx stop music xxx)
[Tashio Castle]
"Are you sure you don't want to go out with us?" asked Sara as she followed her husband down the stairs leading into the main foyer.
"This one has a meeting tonight he cannot get out of. Take them to your favorite nightlife spots. This one is sure they would appreciate the hospitality." Sesshomaru said as they approached the dinning hall.
"We could always do it another night?" suggested Sara as servants opened the doors for them.
"This one cannot promise another night this week will open up. Go and enjoy yourself. Lorenzo will be taking care of by Mrs. Sango." Sesshomaru waved off as they sat down to eat their lunch and tea.
"Alright." Sara sighed in defeat just as Louie and Lizy came in to join them.
"Where is Lorenzo and Odette?" asked Louie curiously.
"They got away from their sitter this morning and were found playing in the back gardens. I do apologize but I do not think my servants will be able to mend and clean out all the dirt and grass stains from Odette's dress." Sara apologized just as her meal was placed before her.
"That's alright." Lizy laughed. "I'm just glad they're having fun. I take it they're having a bath?"
"Should be. Their sitter took them to get washed as soon as we found them." Sara said.
"That poor servant. I can only imagine giving those two little rascals a bath." Louie said making Sesshomaru smirk against his teacup.
"Indeed." Sesshomaru said. "It pleases this one that they are bonding well."
"Us too. It will be great having Lorenzo attend school in Paris. Odette loved it last year but struggled making close friends. I think having him there would definitely help her get over her shy nature." Louie agreed.
"I still say they would make a great match down the road." Lizy said making Sara's eyes widen.
"You think so?" Sara said making the male demons roll their eyes and dig into their lunches.
"Certainly! They already adore one another. Besides young love always grows stronger with time." Lizy chuckled making Sara smile.
"Well it's definitely something to think about. Isn't it dear husband?" asked Sara.
"Having been burned from a contract in the past this one hesitates to make the arrangement. Lorenzo and Odette are still too young to understand what betrothal means. Besides, down the road they may wish to be with another or not wish to associate at all. This one thinks it's best to wait before discussing further." Sesshomaru said making Sara pout.
"Our contract wasn't that bad." Sara said making the demon's turn to look at her. "What?"
"It wasn't your contract in which this one spoke of." Sesshomaru said.
"It was of my cousin, Lady Kagura." Lizy finished making Sara feel extremely embarrassed.
"Ah yes! (clears throat) Do excuse my mistake." Sara laughed nervously. "So! Is there anything you two wish to see tonight?"
"Town square is always good." Louie said as he took at bite of his food. The awkward tension in the air was making his feathers itch uncomfortably.
"I wouldn't mind taking one of the boats along the river." Lizy said as she too wished to dance over the awkwardness.
"I've actually never done that." Sara said as she patted her mouth with her napkin. "My dear husband here is not fond of water."
"Is that so?" Louie said taking notice of his friend's growing tension in his shoulders. He understood why and it broke his heart to know his suffering went so deep even to enjoy the simple pleasures of life. That being said Sara was about to go through hell. If a boat ride would make her happy... so be it. "We will be sure to go and make the most of it then."
"Wonderful! Oh! There is also a great gelato bar that just opened in town." Sara said as she clapped her hands together in excitement. "I was hoping to take my father there when he arrives. It would be good to check it out to see if its worth taking him to."
"Sounds like you have much to experience." Sesshomaru said as he pushed his chair back and began to stand up. "Enjoy your evening."
"My Old friend, let us take a turn about the gardens before you return to your study. I wish to discuss something with you." Louie said as he got up from his seat before leaning down and kissing his mate on the temple.
"As you wish." Sesshomaru said as he began to take his leave.
Lizy realizing Louie was abandoning her to Sara's mercy gave her him a subtle glare and a low growl that only he would notice. His reply was a slight smirk and a cluck too soft for Sara to catch. He'd be getting her wrath later he was certain. He'd have to come up with a plan to get back into her good graces by tonight. Once outside Louie steered Sesshomaru not towards the gardens but towards their suite.
"Why are we heading to our chambers?" asked Sesshomaru not catching onto his friend's plan.
"I think your beast needs a breather so we are going to go find our offspring and visit your mate." Louie said as they continued up the stairs.
"You are one wise rooster you know that?" Sesshomary smirked as he finally caught onto what his friend had done.
"Next time... do me a favor and say that in front of my mate?" Louie huffed mockingly as he cockily bristled his feathers and strutted a little taller beside him. Sesshomaru seeing his friend in such a state couldn't help but inwardly chuckle.
Having reached the Royal Wing they slipped into the guest suite and found his room a complete mess. The sheets on the beds were pulled off and thrown over the couch and chairs to form a fort on the floor of some kind. Toys and toddler size clothing were strewn all over the place and little wet footprints lined the carpet. The bathing room door was wide open and they could see brown water puddles, bottles of soap and bubbles all over the floor. It looked like a bull had run through a china shop. It was quite the sight and they stood their in the doorway soaking it all in.
"Well… they were definitely here. I wonder why their sitter didn't clean up after them? Did they just... run away?" Louie said as he shook his head.
"Must have." Sesshomaru said as Louie closed the door and turned to open Kagome's.
"Rin? Are you well enough for visitors?" Louie asked as he knocked on her door. Not hearing a response they quietly open the door and stepped inside.
(*** Inuyasha OST 1 - Longing ***)
"Well would you look at that?" Louie said gently as he crossed his arms over his chest. A soft smile ran across his face as he took in their little ones snuggled up against her. "I was wondering why the castle suddenly grew quite."
Looking over towards the silent demon Louie was shocked at what he saw. Never in his entire time of knowing Sesshomaru had he ever seen him look so vulnerable. His amber eyes was mixed with honey gold and seemed to ripple and dance as they took in the image of Kagome holding his pup. The edges had lost their harsh sting and were round, warm and inviting. His body was frozen in place and limp; as if every ounce of tension had left him. Louie couldn't tell if he had stopped breathing by how still he was.
"Sesshomaru?" Louie asked gently making the dog lord turn to look at him. Although his amber eyes were locked on his, it was as if they were looking right past him. They were round, dream like and had a hard time focusing on him.
"Do wish for a moment alone with them?" Louie asked as he watched his friend's attention quickly turn back towards the bed.
A nod was his only reply. Quietly walking over to his daughter's side of the bed he gently pulled back the covers and gingerly picked up his chick. As he was walking out the door he looked over his shoulder in time to see Sesshomaru climbing in the bed beside his pack. Feeling Odette stirring in his arms he decided it would be a perfect time for them to take a walk in the gardens. It had been awhile since he had a moment alone with his beloved daughter. Yes... a daddy daughter date was just what he needed. Plus, once he told his wife of what he saw he knew him abandoning her would be forgiven. Ah yes... all was well once more.
[End of chapter 59]
(So much has happened in this chapter! Sango and Kagome are finally reunited! Yay! Lorenzo and Odette learn of their love story. So sweet! Plus Sesshomaru is shocked speechless at his love holding his son and Louie is going to have some father daughter time while they nap. So cute! However, we now know Captain Okami is on the way with the Barron! Will Sesshomaru and Kagome be able to handle the added pressure? What about with Sara? Only time will tell! Be sure to follow along to find out! Thanks again for reading! Feel free to drop in a note! I'd love to hear from you all in how you think the story is going! You guys rock! Now... on with the next!)