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Inuyasha Fanfic

WARNINGS:  Warning for lemon content.

To Lose the One I Love

By:  Chiruken

Chapter 23

"Fine by me."  He pressed his lips to her lips briefly and then placed light kisses along her jaw, pausing at her ear.  "Cause I don't wanna share my mate either."

Kagome smiled at the fierce possessiveness in his voice.  I should've expected that, though, ne?  I'm doing the right thing.  This is what I want.  This is where I belong…with Inuyasha!  Tugging urgently against his red haori she began to place quick kisses against his jaw as well.  I hope I don't make a fool of myself!  "Inuyasha…" She whispered softly, giggling a little when his ear twitched from the tickling of her breath.  "Show me how…"

Pausing briefly the hanyou wondered what she meant by that.  There's only one way…isn't there?  Gently nipping her earlobe, careful of his fangs, he allowed his hands to roam lazily over her form, delighting in the soft curves as he shrugged out of his haori.  Pulling away he quickly laid out the red material on the ground to cushion her delicate skin from the twigs and pine needles.  Such things didn't matter to him since he had tougher skin than she did, but he wanted her to be comfortable.  He turned back to her and gaped for a moment when he found her removing her clothing quickly, a faint tinge of pink spreading across her chest and up into her face.  She moves fast… Recovering quickly he drew her into his arms again and gently caressed the soft flesh exposed to him now, careful of his claws.

"No fair…" She whispered breathlessly as she tugged at his under kimono.  "You're not even close to being undressed, Inuyasha."

Chuckling under his breath he buried his face against her neck, inhaling the scent that was uniquely Kagome.  "That's 'cause I'm not as impatient as you."  Which, of course, wasn't true.  He was just as eager…more so in fact…to claim her as his own.  However, he didn't want to rush things and possibly hurt her.  He'd go slowly if it killed him.  He'd just have to have enough control for the both of them.  Keh.  Like that's gonna happen…

She tugged some more and resisted the urge to cheer when his under kimono finally came free of his hakama.  Pushing her hands inside the soft material she pressed her hands flat against his chest, marveling at the feel of chiseled muscles beneath her palms.  So strong… She thought in admiration.  Closing her eyes on a sharp intake of breath she moaned softly when his hands caressed her with slow circular motions.  Another moan escaped her parted lips when she felt his breath against her exposed flesh.  "Inuyasha…" She breathed his name longingly.  The next instant she found herself sitting in his lap, straddling him as he bent his head to press his lips against her collarbone.  Reaching up she rubbed his ears delighting in the soft, almost purring sound rumbling in his chest.  Turning her head she lightly kissed his cheek.

Must…must have…control… Closing his eyes tightly he fought the instinct to speed up, to claim her as he'd long to for so long.  Her tentative touches were slow torture, threatening to snap his control completely.  Keh.  To hell with it!  With that last conscious thought he pushed her back, cradling her in his strong arms as he followed her down, gently nipping at her shoulder and soothing the small hurts with his tongue, smiling at her small surprised gasp.  Lifting his head he quickly claimed her lips in a hungry kiss as his hands roamed freely over her, pausing to gently knead at her breasts, delighting in the soft moans muffled by his mouth before continuing down to caressing her rounded hips.  Releasing her lips he lowered his head to her breast, suckling at her hardened nipple before continuing down.  Her scent was becoming heady with arousal, encouraging him to continue.

Closing her eyes she savored the sensations caused by her lover's hands and mouth, gasping as she felt warmth spreading throughout her, her muscles quivering as she anticipated where he'd touch her next.  She longed to touch him as well, bring him as much pleasure as he was doing for her.  Lightly running her hands over his shoulders she suddenly clenched tightly as his own hand sought out her feminine place, lightly stroking against her, sending a jolt of pleasure through her that had her arching her back with a wordless cry of longing.

Shifting down further, he breathed in the sudden spike in her scent, pressing his lips against the muscles quivering in her abdomen.  The time for words had long passed and now sensation had taken over.  Sensation…and instinct.  Continuing in his tender ministrations, he fought the urge to turn her to her knees and take her as his youkai instinct screamed at him to do.  He was half youkai…but she wasn't.  Kagome was human and he wanted to take her with tenderness, showing her with actions how much he loved her since he couldn't seem to spit the words out without stuttering like an idiot.  And so he held tight control over his own wants and needs and focused instead on his mate's sighs and soft moans, glorying in his ability to draw those sounds from her.

When she felt his fingers slip inside of her, Kagome thought she'd died and gone to heaven, the feelings were so intensely wonderful.  Crying out she arched her back, urging him closer, needing…something.  And there was still his mouth, moving lazily down her body, gently nipping at her flesh.  The slight pain was nothing compared to the pleasure his actions brought.  Despite the pleasure she was growing impatient with his slow pace.  She wanted more…now.  Just as she was about to voice her demand he shifted again.  The next instant all thought vanished in a wave of heat spreading throughout her.  Her hands clenched into his hair as she cried out in ecstasy.  Kami…what is he doing to me?!  Whimpering in growing desperation she tossed her head from side to side, begging him wordlessly to end her torment.

Inuyasha ignored her pleas and tasted her need, feeling almost intoxicated by the scent of her arousal.  He knew his control wouldn't last much longer, yet he felt a certain satisfaction in knowing that he was bringing her to this state.  Slowly he pulled back and shrugged out of his under kimono, amber eyes traveling over her form and resting on her flushed face, delighting in the need reflected in her own dark gaze.  Once divested of his clothing he leaned forward again and claimed her lips in a searing and possessive kiss.  Running his hands down her again, he touched his fingers to her femininity again, stroking lightly, swallowing her increasingly desperate cries of pleasure.  Reaching down with his other hand he gripped he hip and held her in place as he slowly broke the kiss, gently nipping at her bottom lip as he withdrew.

She couldn't take much more…that much she was certain.  She wanted more, though for the life of her she didn't know what the 'more' could possibly be.  She just knew that though what he was doing felt heavenly, she felt strangely empty.  Squirming under him, she whimpered again, begging him to release her from her torment.  "I-Inu…yasha…" His name emerged on a pitiful moan as she moved restlessly beneath him.  "Please…" She whispered, reaching down and tugging on his arm.

Unable to resist any longer, he pulled back and quickly removed his hakama.  Turning back to her, he grasped her by her hips and urged her to her knees, claiming her lips again as he ran his hands down her body, delighting in her soft curves before he turned her and urged her to bend forward.

Blinking rapidly in surprise she bit her lip and waited, wondering what he was doing.  A moment later her eyes widened and her mouth formed a round 'o' when she felt him move against her.  Suppressing the urge to giggle she realized just what he was doing.  Of course…he's half inu youkai…I should've known… The next instant all thought vanished in a searing cloud of pain.  Crying out she fell forward, his strong arm the only thing holding her up.  H-he bit me!  Suddenly she realized that wasn't all he'd done.  Blinking back the tears that had formed in her eyes she became aware of another sting of pain…one much lower than where he'd bit her on her shoulder.  Pain…and a certain satisfying feeling of being stretched and filled. 

Slowly he lifted his head, releasing her shoulder.  He studied the bite mark…the claiming mark…he'd placed on her shoulder.  Gently lapping at the blood slowly trickling from the small wound he held himself perfectly still.  "Kagome?"  He whispered her name uncertainly.

"Y-you…bit me…" She replied, stunned.

"Ee…" Nuzzling against her ear he slowly shifted his weight.  It was killing him to not move, but he didn't dare risk causing her more pain.  He'd smelt the scent of her tears and it had pained him to know that he was the cause…again.  "I'm sorry I hurt you."

Smiling she moved a little and gasped at the overwhelming sensations her movement caused.  He's inside me!  Closing her eyes, she sighed happily.  Now I'm his for sure… Reaching down she covered his hand with hers.  "It's okay…it doesn't hurt anymore."  She replied truthfully.  In fact, now that the sting had receded, she felt a craving she couldn't begin to describe.

Taking her words as encouragement, he began to move again, slowly at first, delighting in the warmth of her body.  She was his now…and there was no way he'd ever let her go.  Not now, not ever.  No matter what the future may hold, she was his mate and they belonged together…whether that be in her time or his.  A slight frown marred his features.  She still has to claim me…will she?  Pulling out of her he turned her in his arms and gently laid her down on his haori.  His heart swelled when she smiled up at him sweetly and held her arms out to him.  "Kagome…" He whispered her name, feeling too full of emotion to say more.  Slowing he moved, pressing against her, silently questioning with his eyes if she was ready to continue.

Shaking her head inwardly at his hesitation she wrapped her legs around his lean hips in encouragement.  A moment later she sighed in contentment, her eyes drifting closed as she felt a tightening begin deep within her.  There was still a slight stinging pain, but she ignored it, knowing that it would be only for the first time.  After this, there would be no more pain.  I still have to mark him…how?  Do I bite him like he did me?

Reaching down between them he stroked her gently, delighting at the feeling of her muscles tightening around him.  He wanted to bring her pleasure, more so than he wanted his own.  The scent of her arousal increased as she gasped, her back arching, bringing him deeper inside.  The next instant his eyes closed on a sharp hiss as she cried out, her small teeth sinking into his shoulder as she trembled in her own released.  He smiled, knowing that it was complete…they were now mates…both claimed by the other and marked to prove it.  A sudden thought occurred to him and he froze, his own release forgotten for the moment.  Pups…will she want my pups?

"Inuyasha?"  She whispered his name, feeling the tingles still coursing through her body as she stared up at him.  Did I do something wrong?  "What is…"

"Kagome…" Opening his eyes slowly he looked into her eyes deeply, seeking the answer to his unspoken question.  They'd never discussed the possibility of her becoming pregnant.  He silently berated himself for not thinking of it sooner, before he'd placed them both in this position.  He had to ask and fast, before it was too late.  Already he was fighting a losing battle to hold himself back.  Drawing in a quick breath he resisted the urge to continue.  "Kagome, I should've asked sooner…but…" He paused, uncertain how to broach the subject delicately.

"Hmm?"  She frowned uncertainly, not quite understanding his hesitation.  "What's wrong?"  She shifted, drawing a sharp gasp from him as his eyes closed again.

"Pups…" He managed to gasp out as she moved again, sending spirals of pleasure throughout him.  "D-do you want…"

Sudden understanding dawned and she smiled.  He's asking me if I want to have his children?  How sweet… A slight frown puckered her brows.  Why is he asking now of all times?  The next breath she understood.  There was a possibility that she could become pregnant if they continued.  Biting her lip she thought on it for a moment.  Smiling up at him in the next heartbeat she nodded.  "Yes, Inuyasha…" She breathed her answer confidently.

Feeling his heart swell at her answer and the love shining in her eyes he kissed her deeply and sought his own completion as he encouraged her to reach the heights again.  She said yes…she's willing to have my pups!  There was no guarantee that it would happen their first time, but it was a weight off his shoulders to know that she was willing.  As his control finally was released he buried his face against her shoulder bit down again as she did the same, muffling their cries of pleasure.  Rolling to the side and cradling her smaller form against his own, he gently ran his clawed fingers through her tangled hair.  "I love you, my mate."  He whispered as he watched the leaves of the god tree flutter in the slight breeze.

"I love you, too, Inuyasha."  She whispered as she snuggled against his side, smiling in contentment.  I'm so happy…I can't remember ever feeling this happy and content before.  As the minutes ticked by in comfortable silence, each lost in their own thoughts, Kagome suddenly frowned, remembering their companions they'd left behind earlier that morning.  "Ne, Inuaysha…do you think we should return to the others soon?"

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**To Be Continued…**

Definitions:

Ne:  Say…; …right?

Haori:  Short jacket worn over kimono

Hanyou:  Half human, half youkai

Youkai:  Demon

Hakama:  Traditional men's trousers resembling culottes

Inu:  Dog

Ee:  Yes; yeah

Author's Notes:

**gyah**  That was HARD!!!  But it's done.  Finally, they've both said the three little words.

I feel a huge relief now that this very difficult chapter has been written.  I hope I was able to pull off the lemon tastefully.  **blush**  Definitely not my forte, that it is not!

Well…I wanted to get this chapter out before I left for my holidays.  It didn't work.  For some odd reason I couldn't seem to log in to FFn.  **shrugs**  Oh well.  Better late than never, ne?

Take care and thanks ever so much for all the encouraging reviews.  I really appreciate it, that I do.

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Chiruken