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 Kagome" "Inuyasha OST 1 - Small Fox Shippou." 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: Plans In Action
(*** Inuyasha OST 1 - Time Traveling Kagome ***)
Kagome awoke to the feeling of a wet tongue and soft lips placing butterfly light kisses against her skin. A deep masculine purr called to her ears and she could see the crest of beautiful silver hair resting bellow her belly button. She could feel large calloused hands slowly ran up and down her sides and a warm body resting between her legs. When his nose nuzzled above her womanhood and took a deep sniff of their pup she threaded her fingers through his silky locks and relaxed under him.
"You're beginning to show already." Sesshomaru said barely above a whisper.
When he looked up at her she noticed how soft his expression was and could tell her body's minor changed had touched the deepest corners of his heart. Seeing him kiss over their baby made her heart melt and a teary smile formed upon her lips. She could tell he was amazed at how her bump seemed to blossom over night. It wasn't a drastic but was defiantly more noticeable than before. The rest of her stomach was still relatively flat however just above her thatch of curls was abdominal swelling that spread from hip to hip. To those who hadn't seen how taught her stomach had been before conception they wouldn't think differently than a little stomach fat or swelling from a menstrual cycle. However, knowing how tiny she had been it was easy to see how quickly their pup was growing.
"Is it normal for a pup to grow this fast? It's only been a couple days." Kagome asked as she continued to pet Sesshomaru's hair and swoon with love for him.
"Depends on the parents." Sesshomaru said as he kissed up the valley of her breast to the crook of her neck. "Dog demons do not whelp for more than five to six months. I am uncertain with water elementals."
"I asked Tsukiyomi and Daija to help figure that out. Do you think I will deliver in five?" Kagome asked as she leaned her neck back as he kissed up her throat.
"Perhaps... but I would not worry about it now. We still have time to learn." Sesshomaru said as he gingerly leaned on his arms so not to put pressure on their little one. Wishing to greet her properly he nuzzled into her cheek before claiming her lips in a tender good morning kiss.
[Warning: Lemon, marked when finished. 18+ please]
Kagome closed her eyes and sighed against his lips. She could hear a morning lark singing outside her window and could feel the warm morning sun kissing against her skin. It was quiet on this side of the castle and she couldn't think of a more beautiful way to wake up. Her senses were filled with cedar wood spice and the gentle breeze of a spring meadow with wild flowers and lemon grass. His bare chest was warm under her fingertips and she memorized its curves with her mind. She felt his growing passion for her when he adjusted her legs to rest at his hips and deepened their kiss. When his tongue lovingly stroked against her lips she moaned and opened for him. The sound of his hungry growl as he gently rocked against her made her mewl and wrap her legs tighter around his hips.
Reaching between them she pull her nightgown up and over her head. His hands immediately reached for her breasts and she groaned with growing need. Her breasts just as her stomach were starting to change and feeling him touching them was pure ecstasy. Sesshomaru pulled back from her lips to watch her face as he pulled her nipples with his fingers. He could see her veins were becoming more pronounced and were swollen around the nipples. It was no wonder they were so tender and sensitive. He also noticed that their coloring was now a darker rosy pink and had a fuller teat. Licking his lips he lowered them to her flesh and sucked it into his mouth. He didn't want to hurt them so he sucked and licked a little less forceful than he had done in the past. Threading her fingers into his hair Kagome held him close and leaned into his touch.
As he licked and sucked on her breasts his other hand reached between them and untied his pants. Pulling them bellow his hips he aligned his throbbing cock with her flower and slowly sank into her. He took her slowly and held her close as they made love. He didn't rush their kisses or his thrusts but filled every one with his passion and worship. As their lower bodies danced their hands lovingly petted and caressed all over their skin. Their fingers would cup each others faces and twist in each other's hair; even their legs and feet tangoed. They kissed and licked anywhere they could reach and their inner demon's purred when they were able to join in on their lovemaking. The sounds of their purrs mixed with her lyrical chirps and his deep growls were symphonic and beautiful in sound. As they grew close to their ends they rest their foreheads together and looked into each other's eyes.
"My bitch, my mate, the mother of my pups." Sesshomaru and his beast began to sing as they picked up the pace.
"My alpha, my chosen, the protector of our pack." Kagome and her beast sang along as they nuzzled and licked up his jawline and wrapped their arms and legs tighter around him.
"My life, my love, forever you shall be mine." Sesshomaru promised just as they finished together in an intense release.
With her lips claimed intimately with his he howled into her mouth and flooded her with his seed. Overwhelmed and stimulated to the point of passing out Kagome held onto him with everything she had. As they began to come down from their intense highs they continued to hold each other and rest their foreheads together. Their eyes were heavily hooded and their hot breaths panted against their skin. When they were no longer gasping for breath Sesshomaru rolled onto his side and slipped out from inside her. Pulling her to his side he tucked her head under his chin and ran his claws through her hair. Kagome could feel his heart beating against her cheek and could hear it pounding in her ear.
[End Lemon]
"I have some good news… to share." Sesshomaru panted out.
"Oh?" Kagome asked as she relaxed again his chest.
"I spoke with Lorenzo." Sesshomaru said as he enjoyed the smell of their blended union filling his nose. "He was upset at first... but understands what must be done."
"I'll be sure to give him... some extra loving today." Kagome said as she snuggled into his side. "What upset him the most?"
"Sara not liking you." Sesshomaru chuckled making Kagome smile. "You have left quite the impression on the pup."
"I'm glade it went well. I was so afraid he would have been angry with me." Kagome said as she closed her eyes and enjoyed his musky scent.
"As am I." Sesshomaru said before a wicked smirk curled his lips. "That is not all I have to share with you."
"Oh? What else happened?" Kagome asked curiously.
"I over heard my wife having an affair last night." Sesshomaru said making Kagome quickly sit up in the bed to look at his face.
"WHAT?!" Kagome squawked in disbelief. "NO WAY!"
"It is true! I was on my way to tuck Lorenzo into bed when I overheard her rutting in your old chambers with Captain Okami." Sesshomaru scowled making Kagome gasp in surprise. "I'm afraid he successfully seduced her in a time of emotional weakness."
"Oh gods…" Kagome groaned as the consequences of the matter came to her. "She's going to be so upset when she realizes what she's done."
"Indeed. I have no doubt her father will sign now." Sesshomaru said as he sat up in the bed and kissed her forehead.
"When do you think would be best to tell her?" Kagome asked as she slipped on her discarded nightgown while Sesshomaru dressed in his uniform from the day before.
"I will leave that decision up to her father. She will be required to sign. She will resist but with her father's assistance it will be done." Sesshomaru said as he tightened his belt and pulled her into his arms. "Enjoy your time with Lorenzo today. I promise as soon as this is over the three of us will go somewhere."
"Really?! Where?" Kagome asked excitedly.
"Anywhere you wish." Sesshomaru said.
"Could we go back to the island we went to before?" Kagome asked as she wiggled in his arms from excitement.
"That sounds reasonable. I have yet to take Lorenzo there." Sesshomaru smirked as he nuzzled behind her ear. "It is a place I have only brought you to."
"Then lets make it our family retreat!" Kagome suggest as she kissed his chin. "Maybe we could build a house there and stay for a couple days. It would be nice to have later on when we have more pups."
"More pups huh?" Sesshomaru growled playfully as he nibbled on her ear making her giggle. "I like the sound of that."
"Hmmm." Kagome hummed as she enjoyed his teasing. "You better go before your wife catches us having our affair.
"True... I shall return to you as soon as I am able." Sesshomaru sighed in defeat as he kissed her lips one last time before reluctantly letting go.
Not wishing to get caught coming out of her room he snuck through the bathroom and went to check on his pup. Seeing that Lorenzo was still asleep and snoring softly he pulled the covers up a little and kissed his cheek. He hated how busy he had been the past few weeks. He'd be sure to give the pup some quality time once this was all over. Quietly walking to the door he slipped out without waking him. What greeted him on the other side however was not what he expected.
The Barron had just come out of his room and they both found Sara standing in a bed sheet trying to sneak into her bedroom. She had pink scratches all up and down her chest and back and her hair was messy and tangled. Her lips were chapped and swollen from hours of kissing and had shadows under her wide brown eyes from lack of sleep. She smelled heavily of sex and body odder and the sheet clung to her in places were her skin was still slightly damp. The Barron's eyes were wide in shock at seeing his daughter in such a state but grew angry when he saw Sesshomaru's disgust.
"What is the meaning of this?" Barron Garcia demanded as he took in his pale-faced daughter.
"I believe you should be asking Captain Okami that question." Sesshomaru answered cooly as he left Sara trembling with a quivering chin in the hallway behind him.
"C-Captain Okami!?" Barron Garcia blanched as he took in his teary eyed daughter. "Tell me Sara you didn't?"
"I-I..." Sara choked as tears streamed down her face. The Barron had seen enough and stormed down the hallway leaving her behind in her shame.
"I'm sorry…" she whispered. Seeing Sesshomaru at the base of the stairs the Barron made his decision.
"Lord Sesshomaru!" Barron Garcia called making the dog Lord turn to look at him.
"Yes?" Sesshomaru asked as he took in the short elderly man make his way down the stairs.
"I have made my decision." Barron Garcia said with a firm jaw. "I suggest you gather your assembly to commission the new trade agreement."
"Hn." Sesshomaru nodded as he motioned to his guards to make it so. "Come, we shall discuss your terms over breakfast."
"Very well." Barron Garcia agreed as he followed him towards his study.
[Later on the day - Tashio Castle, Lorenzo's room]
(*** Inuyasha OST 1 - Small Fox Shippou ***)
"What about dis one?" Lorenzo asked as he held up a red block with an rounded side.
"We could put it here?" Kagome suggest as she looked over their stacks of blocks. "That way the rounded side doesn't make the tower wall tip over.
"Good idea!" Lorenzo shouted as he carefully placed the block in the spot she suggested.
"Perfect!" Kagome clapped making Lorenzo giggle. "We need a block here. Do you have one that's long and thin?"
"Hmmm." Lorenzo hummed as he dug through his toy chest. "I dink so? Ah ha! Founds it!"
"Can you place it on the top without knocking it over?" Kagome asked as she helped Lorenzo step over the wall of blocks to get to the center.
"Ugh!" Lorenzo grunted as he stood on his tiptoes. "It's too high!"
"Here let me help." Kagome giggled as she lift him up to where he could reach.
"Dair!" Lorenzo said as he placed the block in its place. When he stepped back to get a better view he awed at their work of art.
"It looks just like the castle!" Kagome laughed as she picked him up and carried him outside their makeshift fortress. "All we're missing are the people!"
"Dat's ohtay. It looks good wifout dem." Lorenzo said and he beamed with pride. "We should show Papa!"
"We'll have to show him later. Remember what he said over the shells? He's in a very important meeting with you grandpa." Kagome said as she sat in the rocking chair.
"Oh yeah." Lorenzo said as his ear flattened on his head. "Is he talking bout Mama?"
"He is." Kagome said as she scooped him into her lap and began to rock in the chair. "But you know what?"
"What?" Lorenzo asked as he snuggled into her chest. "No mater what happens your Papa and I will always love you and will always be there for you."
"K." Lorenzo sniffled as he hugged around Kagome's waist. "I wove you too."
"I'm so glade." Kagome said as she began to purr and nuzzle into his hair. "Guess what?"
"What?" Lorenzo asked as he looked up into her sparkling blue eyes.
"Your Papa and I talked this morning and we decided when I can get out of my room that we will go on a family trip. Just the three of us." Kagome said making Lorenzo gasp.
"Weally?!" Lorenzo shouted making Kagome laugh.
"Yup! We're going to take you to a secret island only your Papa and I have been to." Kagome said making Lorenzo's eyes sparkle with wonder.
"What's it wike?!" Lorenzo asked curiously.
"Its beautiful." Kagome began as she brushed through his soft hair with her claws. "The sand is white like snow and sparkles in the sun like diamonds. It's covered in tropical trees and fruits hang from their branches."
"Dat sounds pwetty!" Lorenzo said excitedly. "What else is dair?"
"There are pretty flowers that make the breeze smell good and lots of sea shells to collect on the beach." Kagome said as she bumped her nose with his making him giggle. "There are tide pools and coral reefs to explore and lots of yummy fish to eat."
"Wow!" Lorenzo beamed. "I can't wait to go!"
"Me too!" Kagome laughed as they continued to rock in the chair. "We'll have so much fun Lorenzo don't you worry."
"When can we go?" Lorenzo asked.
"As soon as its safe for me to go out." Kagome sighed. "I'm hoping it won't be too much longer. Perhaps once your grandpa leaves with your Mama?"
"Maybe!" Lorenzo cheered in hope. "Where is Mama anyway? She no come to see me today."
"Your Mama I'm sure is just busy making sure her guests are happy." Kagome said just as Sango walked through the doorway.
"You ready for lunch?" Sango asked as she took in the beautiful image of them snuggling by the widow.
"Uh huh!" Lorenzo said as Kagome helped him slide off of her lap.
"Me too." Kagome said as they followed after Sango out onto the patio. "Wow! This looks great!"
"I hope your stomach can handle it." Sango chuckled as she settled Lorenzo into his seat at the iron table. "Daija said the fish is loaded with vitamins which is good for the pup but you might not be able to handle the smell."
"It's kind of stirring my stomach but I'll give it a try." Kagome said as she sat at the table and began to eat her lunch. Surprisingly it went down without a hitch. "Thanks for arranging for Lorenzo to eat with me today. I'm surprised Lady Sara hasn't tried to steal him away yet."
"I over heard one of the other maids saying she went into town. Something about needing to meet with someone and getting some pastries?" Sango shrugged. "I don't know why she gets pastries in town. Kaede's baked goods are just as good."
"She goes to da pink house for Papa! He wikes kowachays." Lorenzo said making Kagome's eyebrow quirk.
"Kolaches? Interesting, I never knew that about him." Kagome said making Sango chuckle.
"Bacon cheddar to be specific." Sango said making Kagome laugh. "I used to be the one to retrieved them from the bakery."
"I'll have to remember that." Kagome said just as a warm breeze off the coast blew through the courtyard. "Today would have been a perfect day to go to the beach. I wonder what my sister is doing?"
"Probably at the beach." Sango sighed. "Miroku and I over the years haven't had much time to relax. Maybe later on this spring we could all go together?"
"That sounds like a wonderful idea." Kagome said as she finished off her medicine from Tsukiyomi had sent with her tray. "Do you know if Daija has learned anything new?"
"Nothing really but he did mention that a friend of his does know a water elemental. He is waiting to see if this guy's friend is willing to meet with you." Sango said as she began to clean their table.
"I hope so..." Kagome sighed as she rubbed over her tiny bump. "I haven't had a chance to go through the library yet but if it doesn't have any new information I don't know what else to do."
"We'll get it figured out, don't worry!" Sango said just as Lorenzo yawned.
"I think it's nap time." Kagome chuckled as she picked up Lorenzo from his seat. "Want to take a nap with me?"
"Mmmhmm." Lorenzo hummed as he rest his head on her shoulder and closed his eyes.
"I'm going to take these down to the kitchens." Sango said quietly as she watched Kagome slip Lorenzo's shoes off and tuck him into her bed. "I'll be back in an hour to collect him for his studies."
"Sounds good. We'll see you in a little bit." Kagome said as she crawled in beside him and tucked his little body against hers. It didn't take long for them to drift off to sleep. Little did they know that as they dreamed fate was in motion and what was to happen would quickly turn their world upside-down.
[Valencia, Spain - Mrs. Raviera's Bakery]
"Lady Sara! How can I help you today?" asked the head baker.
"Oh the usual of course, but I need you to add a special ingredient to one of your kolaches." Sara said as she pulled out the bottle from her coin purse. She had removed the label earlier so the baker wouldn't see what it really was.
"What is it?" asked the baker as she took the bottle from Sara's hand.
"It's medicine to help my fertility… you see we've been trying to have another child but with my age…" Sara lied as she sighed dramatically. "Please don't say anything…"
"I understand." The baker said as she looked over the bottle. "What do I need to do?"
"Here are the instructions. Make sure you follow them exactly or else the medicine will weaken in potency." Sara said as she passed the baker a piece of paper. "When should I pick them up so they are still hot and ready?"
"Give me 45 minutes and they'll be good to go." The baker said as she tucked the bottle into her apron with the note. "Is there any shopping you need to do?"
"I have a few things to pick up. Thank you!" Sara said as she waved goodbye and slipped back into her carriage.
"Where to my Lady?" asked the driver.
"I need to run across the square really quick. Just stay here. I'll be back in half an hour." Sara said as she crossed the cobbled street and dashed down an alleyway. After thirty-five minutes later Sara returned to pick up her goods.
"Perfect timing! They just came out of the oven." The baker said as she stuffed the hot pastries into a to-go box and closed the lid.
"Which on has the medicine in it?" Sara asked as she looked inside.
"The one with the x pressed into the bottom with a fork." The baker said pointing to it.
"Perfect!" Sara said as she paid the baker and quickly made her way to the door.
"I hope the medicine works!" the baker called after her.
"I just got my fortune told. She gave me good news!" Sara said making the baker smile. Waving goodbye she closed the door and quickly ushered the carriage driver back to the castle.
Having gotten a positive fortune reading from Madam Exorcist she felt ready to give Sesshomaru the potion. Not wanting to make any mistakes she mentally checked over her plan to make sure she wasn't forgetting anything. Once the carriage driver pulled up to the front of the castle Sara quickly made her way inside. For the potion to work he needed to eat the pastry quickly and every bite had to be swallowed. She was about to head over to the guard stationed near the stairs and ask where her husband was when the boardroom doors opened down the hall and dozens of courtly officials poured out into the hallway. Seeing her husband walking away with her father and three other officials towards his office she followed after them.
"I'm sorry it has come to this Barron Garcia." she over heard Chief Advisor Miroku say as he patted her father on the shoulder. "I hope what has happened doesn't deter you from visiting in the future."
"Need not worry. Nothing would keep me from my grandson." her father said as a servant opened the door for them to enter Sesshomaru's office. Not liking the sound of that she quickly made her way towards them before they closed the office door.
"What wouldn't keep you from Lorenzo?" Sara asked while still holding the box of pastries in her hand.
"Lady Sara!" High Councilmen Shako said in surprise. "We were just about to come find you. Please, do come in."
"Before we get started I want to apologize for my behavior." Sara said as she opened the box of koloche's and set the specially made pastry before her husband. It was already cooling to the touch and she new time was running out. "My behavior the past few days has been inappropriate and extremely unladylike and…"
"Lady Sara…" Miroku sighed trying to stop her.
"If my behavior has caused issues between our countries to were my father no longer wishes to be apart of my life or Rome wishes conflict of interest I will own up to my mistakes and send a public apology to whoever wishes it." Sara rambled on as she handed her father and the two court officials koloches hoping if they eat them too it will encourage Sesshomaru to eat his own.
"Your apology is accepted." Sesshomaru clipped hoping if he said so it would shut her up. "Now please take a seat. We have much to discuss."
"Oh… of of course." Sara stuttered as she hesitantly sat down next to her father in the corner and began to eat the last pastry in the box. "Is everything alright?"
"It will be if you stop talking!" Her father grumbled making her blush with embarrassment. "Although your apology has been heard and accepted... the court officials, Lord Sesshomaru and myself have just finished a meeting regarding our future trades of interest."
"Ok?" Sara nodded as she tried to figure out what was happening. "What does that have to do with Lorenzo?"
"The pup is of no concern." Sesshomaru said as he picked up his koloche. He noticed it had a hint of onion and figured maybe the baker had accidentally dropped some into the batch? Seeing everyone else enjoying their pastries without complaint he shrugged it off and took a bite. Finding it tasted a little like onion he concluded that is what must of happened. It actually tasted nice with the bacon and cheese. Maybe next time he'd request it to be added to his? "However, there have been some changes regarding our allegiance."
"It has come to the attention of the court that your relationship with Lord Sesshomaru has strained over the last few months. So much so that your life was threatened and nearly spoken for. You have been caught sleeping with another man, which only proves that your marriage is unhealthy. It is under your father as well as our courts council that we annual the marriage." High Councilmen Shako said just as Sesshomaru took another bite.
"WHAT?!" Sara screamed in outrage after hearing what had been said. "You must be joking?"
"Unfortunately we are not." Miroku said as he picked up the scroll for her to see and placed it on the desk before them. "Before you had chosen to bed Captain Okami, Lord Sesshomaru brought his concerns for your wellbeing before the court. It was after your father witnessed you nearly loosing your life and scandalous behavior this morning that he agreed to the annulment."
"But I love you!" Sara cried as she saw Sesshomaru take another bite of his koloche leaving only one bite left.
"If you loved your husband you would not have slept with another man last night!" Barron Garcia yelled as he watched Shako unroll the scroll and place a quil and ink before Sara.
"Please! Give me another chance! It was a simple mistake of weakness I love you Sesshomaru! Please!" Sara begged as she watched him pick up the last of his pastry.
"I will never reciprocate your feelings Sara." Sesshomaru said just before popping the last of the pastry into his mouth. "Now sign the papers."
"Never!" Sara screamed as she jumped over the table and claimed his lips in a desperate kiss.
[End of Chapter 70]
(Oh no! What will happen with Sesshomaru?! What will his reaction be? Will he become sick or die? Will he feel nothing and go on as normal? Will he hate her beyond reason or fall prey to her love? I'd love to read your predictions. You all are so creative I love it! Thank you so much for your posts, messages, followings and favorings. You guys are amazing! Don't worry, I've got the next chapter written I'm just finalizing the last few details! Will be posting soon! Until then - TG1)