Toying With Love

Hoshi- A 18-year-old demon girl that is related somehow to her friend Ayashi. She is 50% dog demon, 25% digital demon, and 25% nothingness demon. She has multi colored hair and sea foam green eyes. Her kimono is the same as her hair color.

Ayashi- A 16-year-old demon girl that is related somehow to her friend Hoshi. She is a hanyou wolf demon with sapphire/silver hair and eyes. She and Hoshi also have dangerous swords that can cut through anything that isn't youkai- proof. Ayashi wears a school-girl uniform type thing.

Hoshi: -looks around the meadow-

Ayashi: What'cha lookin' at?

Hoshi: -looks at Ayashi- Nothing.

Ayashi: -starts walking away- Come on.

Hoshi: -jumps up and walks after her- Wait up!

Ayashi: -waves her hand in a motion that means hurry up- I'm not waiting all day!

Hoshi: -pushes a strand of her white hair with lilac and sea foam green stripes behind her ear- I'm coming!

Ayashi: -continues walking along-

Hoshi: -runs up next to her- Honestly. -snorts-

Ayashi: -continues walking along-

Hoshi: -looks at her- Talk, will you! -nudges her-

Ayashi: I don't know what to talk about! You think of something to say.

Hoshi: -fiddles with her hair- Um.

Meanwhile: -two pairs of eyes watch them from the nearby trees-

Ayashi: Think, girl! Think!!!

Hoshi: -thinks hard- Honestly, do you think we'll ever get boyfriends?

Meanwhile: -the two pairs of eyes decide that it is time to make their moves- -a pair of arms comes out of the shadows and grabs Ayashi, covering her mouth and grabbing her around the waist-

Ayashi: -starts kicking because she can do nothing else-

Hoshi: -turns to look at Ayashi and realizes she isn't there- Um.Ayashi?

Meanwhile: -another pair of arms comes up behind Hoshi and grabs her by the face, covering her eyes and mouth and another arm went around her waist-

Ayashi: -still kicks wildly-

Hoshi: -scowls through the hand as she is dragged somewhere-

Kidnapper1: -hits her on the head- You wench, stop kicking!

Ayashi: -stops kicking-

Kidnapper2: -holds Hoshi gently, trying not to hurt her- [Thinks: What a girl, not to struggle!]

Hoshi: -scowls as she is held against a hot body- You can let go now. -her words are muffled by the hand-

Kidnapper1: -looks at the other kidnapper and makes it obvious that they are both males- Let's get these girls to the cave. -grins evilly-

Ayashi: -bites her kidnappers hand- Let me go!! -voice is muffled by the hand-

Kidnapper1: -screeches as he waves his hand about wildly- Damn it!!! Let's get these wenches to the cave. -comes to a nearby cave and throws Ayashi in-

Kidnapper2: -tosses Hoshi gently into the cave, making sure she didn't get hurt-

Kidnapper1: Let's go check on the others, houshi-sama. -he and the other kidnapper jump away from the cave-

Hoshi: -is sitting near the back of the cave, freaked out- Well, now we have something to talk about.

Ayashi: -runs to the opening of the cave, and tries to run out- -is sent flying back to the back of the cave- They put some sort of shield on this thing. I wonder what they did to it.

Hoshi: -remarks dryly- Some sort of mystic shield, I'll tell you that. -smiles grimly-

Meanwhile: -the two kidnappers turn out to be the human Miroku and the hanyou Inu-Yasha- -they meet up with the rest of their gang-

Ayashi: -moves around- I want to get out of here!!

Inu-Yasha: -looks smugly at Miroku- Good job with the catch. -is sitting next to Miroku-

Miroku: -looks just as smug as Inu-Yasha- I would say so, those demons are pretty.

Sango: -looks sharply at Miroku- What demons?

Shippou: -goggles at the smug Inu-Yasha- Why are you smug?

Kagome: -looks sharply at Inu-Yasha- Did you have any part in this?

Miroku: -looks innocent- Nothing.

Hoshi: -grins slightly- So do I, Ayashi. Calm down.

Ayashi: -scowls, sitting on the ground with her arms crossed and her knees up-

Inu-Yasha: -scowls at Kagome- Maybe I did, maybe I didn't.

Sango: -glares- What demons? And I bet they're females by the way you speak.

Kagome: -motions for Sango to go with her to somewhere else- Sango, come on.

Hoshi: -grins back-

Ayashi: -still on the floor, scowling-

Miroku: -grins as Inu-Yasha scowls at him- Shall we go check on them?

Inu-Yasha: -nods and the two head off to the secret cave where they had stashed the two female youkai-

Hoshi: -watches the two people enter the cave, her face blank and devoid of any emotion-

Inu-Yasha: -looks at the two youkai, then sniffs- The one on that side is a wolf hanyou, and the other one is.-sniffs, then looks confused- Half dog youkai and half digital demon?

Ayashi: -starts scowling at the ones who kidnapped her- Bah.

Hoshi: -grins, her eyes full of mischief- You got that right.

Inu-Yasha: -glares at the grinning female- What'da do that for, wench?

Miroku: -glares at Inu-Yasha for being mean to a girl- -he glances at the girls, one of them 16 and one of them appeared to be 18- -he went up to the one that appeared to be 18 and grabbed her hands- Will you bear my child? I need a heir and no one will be kind enough to provide me with one.

Ayashi: -stretches out her legs and kicks Miroku- Pervert.

Hoshi: -has frozen up and doesn't move-

Ayashi: -grins evilly- Answer him, Hoshi. Here is your chance!!!

Miroku: -looks hopeful at the frozen Hoshi-

Hoshi: -blinks twice, then glares fiercely at the grinning Ayashi- Shut up! Pervert!!!! -slaps Miroku so hard he flies over to the other side of the cave-

Miroku: -he stands up, sighing and rubbing his cheek- Nothing new.

Inu-Yasha: -grins at the dejected houshi- Another refusal?

Ayashi: -stands up- And exactly why did you take us here?

Inu-Yasha: -growls- That is none of your business, wench.

Miroku: -smiles softly- You are useful to us, and you seemed to be doing nothing else.

Hoshi: -looks amused- So, we are useful to you? Interesting.-looks thoughtful-

Ayashi: -walks up to Inu-Yasha- So exactly, how are we useful to you? And for your information, neither of us are wenches.

Miroku: -glances at Inu-Yasha- You just are, that's what.

Inu-Yasha: -glares at Ayashi, then pushes her to the ground- We could use your powers, that's all.

Hoshi: -looks amused- Interesting.

Ayashi: -kicks Inu-Yasha so he falls down, then stands up- That's what you get for pushing me down. And why do you want to use our powers for, you son of a bitch?

Miroku: -is unsure of what to say- Because?

Inu-Yasha: -eyes flash madly at the insult and Miroku has to restrain him- You little bitch!!! Why'd ya say that?

Hoshi: -looks at Miroku, then looks at Inu-Yasha- Well, can we meet the rest of your company?

Inu-Yasha: -looks startled- How'd ya know we had others?

Hoshi: -grins- I am half dog youkai, you know.

Ayashi: -walks over to the nearest wall and leans against it, her arms crossed-

Inu-Yasha: -growls- Whatever. Miroku, do you think we should take them to see the others?

Miroku: By the way, my name is Miroku, and this hanyou is Inu-Yasha. What are your names? -glances at Inu-Yasha- Yes, we should take them to the others.

Hoshi: -grins slightly- Sure.

Ayashi: My name's Ayashi, but what should you care? -is still leaning against the wall-

Inu-Yasha: -grins- Maybe I will, maybe I won't.

Miroku: -looks at Hoshi kindly, and with mild interest- What is your name?

Hoshi: -looks up into his kind face, wondering how it could also act as a perverted one- My name is Hoshi, but it's not like anyone cares. -shrugs offhandedly-

Miroku: -looks thrilled that he knows the demon girl's name- Thank you, milady.

Hoshi: -looks at the houshi- Okay, I guess you are welcome.

Ayashi: -tuts, still leaning on the wall-

Inu-Yasha: -picks up Ayashi and heads out the cave, headed to where Kagome and Sango are- Miroku, come on.

Miroku: -grabs Hoshi's hand and drags her after Inu-Yasha- Come on, you need to meet the others!

Hoshi: -sighs as Miroku leads her to where the others are- Okay.

Ayashi: -beats on his head and his back- Put me down!!!! -kicks and screams-

Inu-Yasha: -hits her on the head- Quit screaming, girl!!!

Miroku: -beats Inu-Yasha to where the others are- Sango, Shippou, and Kagome, I would like you to meet our new and beautiful guest-Hoshi! -sets Hoshi down as she looks at the others-

Hoshi: -smiles slightly- Hello.-starts running fast, and then jumps in the air and starts flying- See ya! -there is a smashing sound as Ayashi escapes from Inu-Yasha and starts flying right next to her- Hello, Ayashi!

Inu-Yasha: -yells- Come back here!!!!

Ayashi: -yells back- Not even if my life depended on it!!!!

Inu-Yasha: -he and Miroku immediately jump after the fleeing demons- Man, what were they thinking?

Miroku: -looks at Inu-Yasha- They were afraid of us, what do you think? They had no clue what to think of us, so they ran. Simple?

Hoshi: -giggles- Do you think they will come after us? -giggles some more- I doubt they will be able to follow us!

Ayashi: -laughs evilly- Yeah, I doubt they could keep up with us!

Inu-Yasha: -manages to keep the demon girls in sight, and watches them carefully as they gain on them- Miroku, you alright? -he looks at the human, running fast-

Miroku: -is running as fast as he can to keep up with the girls- -gasps- Yes, I'm fine.

Meanwhile: -two pairs of eyes watch them from the shadows, grinning as all four of them head straight into the trap- -one of the pairs looks at one of the flying demons, seeing the fact that she looks almost identical to her old friend, Hoshi-

Hoshi: -has no clue how close all four of them are to danger- You got that right!

Ayashi: -laughs evilly-

Inu-Yasha: -grins evilly- We've almost caught up with them.

Miroku: -breath comes in gasps- Good.

Hoshi: -laughs as she settles down in a nearby meadow- Come on, let's rest!

Meanwhile: -watch as the two demons settle down in the exact spot where they set their trap, and they wait for more victims-

Ayashi: -comes down next to her- Maybe we shouldn't rest.

Inu-Yasha: -he and Miroku sneak up behind the unsuspecting youkai-

Meanwhile: -the two watchers decide it is time to spring their trap-

Miroku: -he and the other three are dragged up in a net, specially made so youkai claws could not rip or tear it-

Inu-Yasha: -struggles madly in the net, almost injuring Ayashi, then realizes that and tries to be more careful- What the.!!?! -a familiar scent enters his nose- Sesshoumaru!

Hoshi: -looks as two figures emerge from the nearby forestry-

Ayashi: -looks at Hoshi- I really wish we could run.

Sesshoumaru: -looks at the four caught in the net- A good catch, don't you think, Ichiru?-he looks at the female hanyou as she emerges from the bushes with a weird look on her face- -his face grows confused at the look on the hanyou's face- Are you okay?

Ichiru: -points at Hoshi- What is her name, and what type of demon is she? -looks at Hoshi, then she turns back to Sesshoumaru-

Sesshoumaru: -looks at Hoshi- What is your name and what type of demon are you? -points at Hoshi-

Hoshi: -looks weirded out- My name is Hoshi, and I am half dog youkai, 25% digital demon, and 25% nothingness demon. Why do you ask?

Ayashi: Screw this! -unsheathes her sword and tries to cut the net but fails as her sword bounces backward-

Ichiru: -gasps, and nearly falls backwards but is caught by Sesshoumaru- Hoshi! -looks at Sesshoumaru- Take them to our castle. Please? -looks pleadingly at Sesshoumaru, who growls-

Sesshoumaru: All of them? -Ichiru nods, and he submits to her plea- Alright, I will take them there. -picks up Ichiru in one hand and the entire net in the other- What do you want to do with them?

Ichiru: -grins evilly, and thinks a while- Miroku and Hoshi shall share a room, while Inu-Yasha and Ayashi will share the other. Make Hoshi's next to mine. -she looks at Sesshoumaru, and he nods-

Hoshi: -looks startled- How did you know our names? -gapes at Ichiru, her mouth hanging open-

Ayashi: What?!?! I have to share a room with.him? -looks disgusted-

Inu-Yasha: -looks startled- I have to share a room with the hanyou wench?!?! -looks disgusted as his mouth hangs open-

Sesshoumaru: -looks amused at the faces Ayashi was making- Have fun.

Ichiru: -is being held by Sesshoumaru- Hoshi and Miroku's room will be right across from ours, okay, Sesshoumaru?

Hoshi: -looks at Miroku, her eyes wide- I have to share a room with him? -she gapes at him- Do I get the bed or a cot? -mutters- Not good.not good at all.-sighs-

Miroku: -decides to let her have the bed- You can have the bed, I assure you that. -his voice is disbelieving at the fact that he is placed with Hoshi in the same room-

Hoshi: -smiles- -looks at Sesshoumaru and Ichiru with concern in her voice- I don't know about them, though.They might try and kill each other.

Sesshoumaru: -looks at Ichiru, letting her make the decision-

Ayashi: You can trust me.but I don't know about him.

Inu-Yasha: -stares at Ayashi, mouth hanging open- What do you think I am, a pervert? -raises his voice-

Ichiru: -is considering the change, then shakes her head- They'll just have to learn how to get along. -sighs and shakes her head, looking at the stunned faces around her-

Sesshoumaru: -looks at Ichiru with respect, amazed that she could stun his half-brother- Good choice.

Hoshi: -sighs and shakes her head- -she then turns to look at the hopeful Miroku who is watching her intensely- He gets a cot?

Sesshoumaru: -looks at Ichiru, who nods- Yes, he does.

Ayashi: -looks at Inu-Yasha- I call the bed.

Inu-Yasha: -glares- I prefer sleeping on the ground, anyway.

Sesshoumaru: -almost laughs-

Miroku: -grumbles, eager to get to his new room- Are we there yet?

Ichiru: -nearly falls over laughing- Almost, I tell you that. In fact, there's the castle! -points ahead so they can see-

Hoshi: -peers ahead so she can see the huge castle ahead- It's big.

Sesshoumaru: -frowns- What else would you want from a lord?

Ayashi: Whatever. -right after they land near the rooms, she goes in hers and shuts the door-

Inu-Yasha: -bangs on the door- Hey! I have to sleep in there, too you witch! Let me in! -pounds on the door some more-

Sesshoumaru: -opens the door for Ichiru- Shall we retire?

Ichiru: -shakes her head and points at Hoshi- I need to talk to you.

Miroku: -heads into the room eagerly, wanting to check out the sleeping conditions- -pokes his head out from behind the door- Nice rooms!

Hoshi: -looks at Ichiru and nods- Where shall we talk?

Ayashi: -opens up the door- Oops, so sorry. I forgot! -smirks- Meanwhile: -Ichiru and Hoshi head out to a secluded part of the garden-

Sesshoumaru: -heads down the hall to check on both his daughters, Misayo and Rin, both of which are sleeping soundly-

Miroku: -looks where Hoshi had been seconds before she had left to go talk with Ichiru- Where did she go?

Hoshi: -looks at Ichiru- What do you need to talk about?

Ichiru: -looks at Hoshi with trust in her eyes- You need a friend in this place? You can tell me anything? The reason is you closely resemble my friend, who left a while ago. She died.-her voice went soft-

Inu-Yasha: -has settled down on the cot and went to sleep-

Ayashi: [Thinks: You know.He's kinda cute when he's asleep.] Yeah, but that's because he doesn't have the attitude when he's asleep.-snickers-

Sesshoumaru: -returns to his own room and settles down to wait for Ichiru-

Miroku: I guess she went to talk to Ichiru.-sighs and goes inside to wait up for Hoshi-

Inu-Yasha: -is snoring softly-

Hoshi: -looks sad for Ichiru- Sorry.I'll try and trust you, which should be easy.(she already likes her, and trusts her pretty much)

Ichiru: -smiles at her, her eyes large as she went back to Sesshoumaru's room to go to sleep-

Ayashi: -changes into a sleeping kimono, which is lighter than a regular one- -when she is putting the kimono on, she realizes Inu-Yasha's eye is open- Pervert! -quickly pulls her kimono on, straightening it out once it was on-

Sesshoumaru: -looks happy that Ichiru is there- Hello.

Miroku: -looks up as Hoshi comes into the room, his eyes lighting up- Hoshi! Are you okay?

Inu-Yasha: -cringes as Ayashi yells at him, her voice killing his ears- Please be quiet!!

Hoshi: -looks at Miroku- I'm fine, just tired. -smiles at him wearily, making him light up-

Ichiru: -gets into bed with Sesshoumaru and snuggles into his boa- Night.- is asleep quickly-

Sesshoumaru: -smiles at Ichiru, then drifts off to sleep-

Ayashi: You tell me to be quiet when you were watching me changing!?!?!?! HELL NO!!!!!!!!

Meanwhile: -everyone except Ayashi, Miroku, Inu-Yasha, and Hoshi are asleep-

Miroku: -smiles back, his eyes happy as he gets on his cot- Goodnight, Hoshi.

Inu-Yasha: -cringes- Sorry! -meekly goes back to sleep on his cot-

Hoshi: -smiles sweetly at him- Are you cold?

Miroku: -smiles back, his heart fluttering- A little.

Hoshi: -pulls off the top layer of her bedding, and tosses it to Miroku- This should keep you warm. If not, tell me. -smiles again-

Ayashi: -puts head down on pillow and falls asleep-

Inu-Yasha: -moves to go look at Ayashi's face- [Thinks: She's sorta cute when she's asleep.That means she's not yelling at me.] -settles down again and goes to sleep-

Miroku: -heart beats fast- I'm still really cold. -shivers- Could I sleep on the other side of the bed?

Hoshi: -smiles slowly, considering the question- As long as you stay on that side, I don't see why not. -smiles kindly-

Meanwhile: -everybody except Miroku and Hoshi is asleep-

Miroku: -can't believe his luck and climbs in- I thank you for sharing your bed, Milady.

Ayashi: -is still asleep-

Hoshi: -waves her hand- Enough with the Milady thing, Hoshi is my name. -snuggles down into the covers, trying to keep warm-

Miroku: Okay, Hoshi. [Thinks: What an awesome and nice demon! I've never met a girl as nice as her!] -smiles warmly- -snuggles into his covers and falls asleep-

Hoshi: -smiles at him one more time before deciding she likes him and she then falls asleep-

Ayashi: -is still asleep-

Miroku: -his hand moves somewhere where it doesn't belong, and smiles dreamily- -is is still asleep-

Hoshi: -doesn't wake up or move, just shivers because she is cold-

---Morning---

Ayashi: -notices Inu-Yasha is still sleeping- Aww!!! He's so cute!

Inu-Yasha: -opens one eye sleepily- I heard that!

Miroku: -hand is around Hoshi's waist-

Sesshoumaru: -his arm is on a part of Ichiru's waist-

Ichiru: -wakes up and smiles at Sesshoumaru, then slowly moves to go check on their daughter, Misayo, who is about 6 years old-

Hoshi: -wakes up to the hand and is unsure of what to do, so she just moves his hand away slowly-

Ayashi: You jerk!!!

Inu-Yasha: What am I supposed to do, pretend I didn't hear that?

Ayashi: Well, at least not say anything so I don't feel like a complete idiot!

Miroku: -wakes up and smiles warmly at Hoshi- Good morning!

Sesshoumaru: -wakes up to realize that Ichiru has gone to visit Misayo-

Ichiru: -walks back to the room and realizes that Sesshoumaru is already awake-

Hoshi: -smiles warmly back, assuming that his hand was an accident- Hope you had a good nights sleep!

Inu-Yasha: You're not an idiot.-moves toward her to kiss her, his eyes shimmering and soft-

Ayashi: -accepts the French kiss- -his hand moves to an inappropriate spot- -she flicks it- Your hand?

Sesshoumaru: -looks at Ichiru, then gets an idea- Why don't we take everybody down to the beach??

Ichiru: -smiles, then nods- That would be great! Misayo's never been and Rin could watch her here. I'll go get Miroku, Hoshi, Inu-Yasha, and Ayashi. Okay? You go tell Rin.

Sesshoumaru: -nods and goes to find Rin-

Inu-Yasha: -blushes and moves his hand away-

Miroku: -smiles kindly and warmly- Of course I did. I was nice and warm. [Thinks: And I was with the nicest demon I know!]

Hoshi: -smiles warmly- Good!

Ayashi: -walks out with Inu-Yasha's hand around her waist-

Miroku: -smiles back, his heart racing- -then realizes that hers is, to- -realizes how close their faces are and his heart races- -leans in for a kiss-

Hoshi: -leans in and accepts the kiss- -when it is done, she stands up and they walk out with Miroku having one of his hands around Hoshi's waist-

Ichiru: -comes running down the hall- -eyes the two couples with a smile on her face- We're going to the beach today. Wanna come?

Inu-Yasha: -smiles warmly at Ayashi- That sounds fun!

Ayashi: That's perfect! -leans over and gives Inu-Yasha a peck on the cheek-

Sesshoumaru: -comes up behind Ichiru and touches her bum softly- Rin has been notified. -looks at the two couples- Looks like my little brother has a lover, hm?

Hoshi: -looks at Miroku- I would love to go to the beach.

Miroku: -smiles warmly, daydreaming- So would I.

Inu-Yasha: -blushes softly as Ayashi smiles at him, and glares at Sesshoumaru-

Ayashi: -looks up at Inu-Yasha and moves her body closer to his-

Ichiru: -nods firmly- Let's go. -everybody nods and they move off, headed to the beach-

Hoshi: -moves Miroku's hand and walks around, humming softly to herself-

Miroku: -daydreams about women-

Sesshoumaru: -nods- We are almost there. -points-

Ayashi: -hugs Inu-Yasha tightly, then releases him and grabs his hand-

Ichiru: -smiles at the two hanyou-

Sesshoumaru: -grins evilly at Inu-Yasha and smirks-

Inu-Yasha: -is blushing and holding Ayashi's hand-

Miroku: -is thinking about kissing hot women-

Hoshi: -is thinking about the kiss she gave Miroku earlier, and was wondering if she really did like him or if that was just an impulse- -runs ahead and plunges straight into the water- Miroku can't catch me! -is shrieking loudly-

Ayashi: -drags Inu-Yasha ahead, and bodily dunks him under the water-

Miroku: -smiles and dashes after Hoshi, trying to catch her- Come back here! -races into the surf, shrieking loudly-

Ichiru: -finds a blanket to lie down on, and lays down so she can go to sleep-

Sesshoumaru: -goes and sits down next to her and smiles as she settles her head in his lap, resting it on his boa-

Hoshi: -is running as fast as she can, then stops as Miroku catches up to her- -he sits down next to her so he could talk-

Miroku: -grabs her hands and faces her calmly- Will you bear my child? It is necessary that I produce a heir in case I fail to defeat Naraku.

Ayashi: -says teasingly- Yeah, Hoshi, will you bear his child?

Inu-Yasha: -comes up sputtering- Why'd ya do that?!?!?

Sesshoumaru: -leans forward with mild interest, waking Ichiru and making her sit up and listen-

Ichiru: -leans forward, listening intently for what Hoshi was going to reply-

Miroku: -listens intently, hoping that she would say yes-

Hoshi: -freezes up and says very little- I'd have to think about that.- frozen, she heads to the shore and sits on a blanket, her head in her hands-

Ichiru: -sighs and heads over to talk to her-

Miroku: -sighs and goes over to the edge of the shore and starts making drawings in the air with his finger, not really feeling happy-

Inu-Yasha: -sits sulking, not happy with being dunked-

Ayashi: Haven't you ever dunked someone before?

Inu-Yasha: -grumbles something that makes no sense-

Miroku: -looks unhappy as Hoshi ponders the question-

Sesshoumaru: -snickers as Ichiru goes over there-

Hoshi: -is thinking hard about this bearing a child thing and about looking like a balloon- I hate balloons for that reason.

Ichiru: -comes up next to Hoshi- Are you afraid of turning into a balloon? -she sighed as Hoshi nods- Just like the other Hoshi.

Hoshi: -thinks hard about the things that are involved with bearing a child- Weird.

Ichiru: -smiles- Just think about the benefits, not the downfalls. You'll at least have a night of fun. -grins evilly-

Ayashi: -kisses Inu-Yasha on the cheek- Cheer up!

Inu-Yasha: -blushes and stammers something-

Miroku: -is still making little designs in the air with his left hand-

Hoshi: -glares at Ichiru's comment-

Sesshoumaru: -nearly falls over, and is trying not laugh-

Ichiru: -laughs- Well, it's up to you whether you bear his child or not. He is desperate, and you could change his life forever by saying yes.

Hoshi: -sits up- I've made my decision. -heads over to Miroku, her face turning crimson as she walks- -leaves Ichiru grinning and sitting on the blanket-

Ayashi: -leans in to listen to Hoshi's conversation and motions for Inu- Yasha to do the same-

Inu-Yasha: -leans over and kisses Ayashi softly on the lips-

Miroku: -notices Hoshi coming and blushes slightly- What did you decide?

Sesshoumaru: -leans in closely and listens, as does Ichiru from where she was-

Hoshi: -turns bright red as she tries to make herself say something- Um.um.um.

Miroku: -looks anxious- Well?

Hoshi: The answer is.yes? -turns crimson-

Ayashi: -still kissing Inu-Yasha-

Ichiru: -motions for Sesshoumaru to look at Inu-Yasha and Ayashi kissing-

Miroku: -blinks twice as the answer sinks in- -jumps about thirty feet in the air, then lands- When shall we do the deed? -looks eager-

Meanwhile: -all the others fall over at her answer-

Hoshi: -blinks twice, then realizes what he meant- Um.tonight? -turns crimson again as the others who had been listening in fell over again-

Miroku: -becomes the happiest he has ever been- Excuse us, we are going to the castle to talk!!!! -slings a shocked Hoshi over his shoulder and takes off running for the castle-

Sesshoumaru: -chuckles at the priest and Hoshi-

Ichiru: -smiles with her eyes and watched Inu-Yasha and Ayashi-

Ayashi: -still kissing Inu-Yasha-

Hoshi: -calls over Miroku's shoulder- So, Ayashi! Agreed to bear Inu- Yasha's new child yet? -grins evilly- It's quite fun!

Inu-Yasha: -pulls away from the kiss to glare at Hoshi as she is being dragged to the castle-

Sesshoumaru: -both he and Ichiru smile at Inu-Yasha and Hoshi, amazed that Miroku would drag her off that fast, her being a demon and all-

Miroku: -laughs quietly- We shall talk for a while!!!

Hoshi: -grins slightly- Sure!

Ayashi: -calls after the fleeing Miroku- Shut up, Hoshi!!!!!!!!!!

Sesshoumaru: -grins- Maybe I shall be an uncle soon, what do you think, Ichiru?

Ichiru: -smiles, then nods- Maybe so.

Inu-Yasha: -looks at Ayashi, shocked- -turns around and glares at Sesshoumaru's choice of words-

Miroku: -looks at Hoshi who is still in his arms as they near the castle- Do you really think Ayashi will bear Inu-Yasha's child?

Hoshi: -smiles wickedly- You never know, and it would give me a chance to be a aunt! -looks at Miroku- We are related, you know.

Ayashi: -looks at Inu-Yasha-

Sesshoumaru: -nods as he looks at Inu-Yasha, who takes one look at Ayashi and turns crimson-

Inu-Yasha: -stutters as he looks at Ayashi, blushing- Would you.even.consider.uh.doing that? -turns a bright red-

Ichiru: -is listening in on the conversation, eager to hear what Ayashi replies-

Miroku: -looks shocked- How?

Hoshi: -thinks hard- Step sisters. It's sorta weird, you know. -smiles as they reach the castle and Miroku carries her up to their room-

Ayashi: -looks at Inu-Yasha- I would, but later.

Inu-Yasha: -turns a bright red- O-ok-ay. Later.-is super embarrassed and flies away to sit by himself-

Sesshoumaru: -falls over, trying hard not to laugh at Inu-Yasha's reaction-

Ichiru: -chuckles- Looks like someone's in loooove!! -stretches out the word-

Miroku: -opens the door with his other hand, and sets her on the bed while he goes and sits on his cot- It sounds weird. [Thinks: What kinda demons were her parents?]

Hoshi: -lays down in the bed and looks at the ceiling- Trust me, it is. But we still are the best of friends. -smiles warmly at Miroku-

Ayashi: -stands up- -looks at Sesshoumaru- Oh, you shouldn't of done that!! -unsheathes her sword and starts chasing Sesshoumaru, who flees-

Sesshoumaru: -looks at Ichiru to see if she can get the hanyou to calm down-

Ichiru: -sighs and runs after the hanyou, grabbing her arms and pinning her down- Leave him alone, he was just shocked.

Inu-Yasha: -glares at everybody there except for Ayashi- Run, Sesshoumaru. Can't you even run away from a hanyou?

Miroku: -smiles warmly back- I bet.

Hoshi: -lays down and snuggles down to sleep- I need to take a nap. -yawns- Wake me up later.

Ayashi: -slows down and stops right next to Inu-Yasha, Ichiru letting go of her arms- Hey, what's up?

Inu-Yasha: -takes a look at her and blushes slightly- When?

Sesshoumaru: -glares at Inu-Yasha, and then listens to his conversation with Ayashi-

Ichiru: -lets go of her arms and looks at Sesshoumaru, then tunes into the conversation-

Miroku: -nods and goes to sit on the end of her bed so he can watch her sleep-

Hoshi: -slowly smiles warmly at Miroku, then falls asleep-

Ayashi: You just seem to be.sorta out of it. -puts her head on his shoulder-

Inu-Yasha: -blushes- Tonight? -blushes crimson-

Sesshoumaru: -is shocked-

Ichiru: -smiles at the reply-

Miroku: -is watching her sleep with a smile on his face- I'll wake you up later, Hoshi. -smiles warmly at the sleeping youkai-

Hoshi: -is sleeping lightly-

Ayashi: I don't know.Maybe tomorrow night?

Inu-Yasha: -nods and blushes bright red- Okay.

Sesshoumaru: -laughs softly, causing Ichiru to stare at him-

Ichiru: -nudges Sesshoumaru- Don't laugh; you'll frighten your half- brother.

Miroku: -is watching the sleeping youkai with mild interest- Sleep well, we have a busy night planned. -grins evilly-

Hoshi: -rolls over in her sleep, mumbling something about evil balloons-

Ayashi: -starts doing nasty things to Inu-Yasha-

Inu-Yasha: -doesn't protest, but goes along with the flow- -starts doing nasty things to her back-

Sesshoumaru: -mouth hangs open, his eyes wide- Well.I don't think he told us everything about what he was doing with that hanyou!

Ichiru: -is amazed that Inu-Yasha isn't doing anything to stop her, but is going along with the flow-

Miroku: -chuckles at her mumbling about evil balloons- I wonder what Ayashi and Inu-Yasha are doing.

Hoshi: -rolls over restlessly-

Ayashi: -stops and looks at Sesshoumaru- Do you really want me to start chasing you again?!?!?!?

Inu-Yasha: -jumps away from Ayashi and glares at Sesshoumaru-

---Later that night.---

Meanwhile: -everybody is in bed except Miroku, Ayashi, Ichiru, and Hoshi-

Sesshoumaru: -is sleeping-

Ichiru: -goes into Ayashi's room and sits on her bed, making sure she was awake- Are you awake?

Hoshi: -knocks on Ayashi's door softly-

Inu-Yasha: -is sleeping softly on his cot-

Miroku: -is waiting up for Hoshi-

Ayashi: -is sitting next to Inu-Yasha's cot, stroking his head-

Ichiru: -goes up to the door and lets Hoshi in- -leads her to go sit by Ayashi-

Hoshi: -is in a sleeping kimono- -is shaking slightly- It's time.

Ayashi: Hey, what's up?

Ichiru: -looks at the shaking Hoshi, then at Ayashi- Good luck. -smiles kindly at the shaking Hoshi, who looks petrified with fear and nervousness-

Hoshi: -looks at Ichiru- Thanks. -voice is shaking softly-

Ayashi: Yeah, good luck. -is still stroking Inu-Yasha's head-

Hoshi: -smiles shakily and leaves the room- Thanks.

Ichiru: -shakes her head and leaves Ayashi alone with Inu-Yasha-

Ayashi: -gets up and locks the door behind Ichiru- They are gone.

Inu-Yasha: -gets up- Okay.

Hoshi: -heads to her room and knocks on the door-

Ayashi: -starts making out with Inu-Yasha-

Inu-Yasha: -starts making out back-

Miroku: -opens the door and realizes who it is- Hoshi! -pulls her into the room and on the bed, making sure to lock and close the door-

Hoshi: -goes along with the flow-

--Next night--

Meanwhile: -everybody except for Inu-Yasha and Ayashi are asleep-

Ayashi: -gets up off the bed, and starts kissing Inu-Yasha-

Inu-Yasha: -starts feeling her up-

---Next Morning---

Meanwhile: -everybody is still sleeping except for Ayashi and Hoshi-

Hoshi: -goes into Ayashi's room- -smiles wickedly- So, how was it? As fun as you expected? -smiles again-

Ayashi: Yeah, it was real fun. He's much better at it then my last boyfriend. -laughs evilly-

Sesshoumaru: -wakes up slowly, realizing that Ichiru is still asleep and doesn't move-

Hoshi: -nearly falls over and then heads back into her own room- I bet!

Inu-Yasha: -is snoring after the night's hard work-

Miroku: -is sleeping lightly-

Hoshi: -goes in and lays back down-

Ayashi: -does nothing except going over to sit next to Inu-Yasha and start stroking his head again-

Sesshoumaru: -smiles warmly at Ichiru, then goes back to sleep-

Miroku: -moves his hand to Hoshi's waist, opening his eyes slightly and giving her a half-smile- Are you okay?

Hoshi: -smiles warmly at him- Yes, I'm fine. Just sorta tired.-smiles warmly at Miroku and slowly drifts off to sleep-

Inu-Yasha: -wakes up but doesn't move-

Ayashi: -continues stroking Inu-Yasha's head, unaware that he was awake-

Ichiru: -is sleeping soundly-

Miroku: -pulls Hoshi close against him to keep her warm, then drifts off to sleep- I'm glad you are okay.

Sesshoumaru: -has his hand on Ichiru's bum-

Hoshi: -smiles in her sleep and hugs Miroku tightly-

Ayashi: -still stroking Inu-Yasha's head-

Inu-Yasha: -starts to purr slightly-

Ichiru: -wakes up slowly and pays no attention to Sesshoumaru's hand-

Sesshoumaru: -notices that Ichiru is awake and removes his hand, blushing slightly-

Miroku: -is sleeping-

Hoshi: -wakes up and realizes where she is, and then what time it was- -pokes Miroku in the stomach gently-Wake up, Miroku-chan!

Ayashi: -hears the purr- Inu-Yasha, are you awake?

Inu-Yasha: -opens his eyes and looks at her, purring slightly- Yep, I think so.

Ichiru: -smiles at Sesshoumaru, and then motions to the gardens, which is where they normally go in the mornings-

Sesshoumaru: -gets up and follows her, his white/silver hair gleaming in the sun-

Miroku: -rolls over and wakes up, looking Hoshi in the eyes- Why wake up? Anything happen last night I should know about?

Hoshi: -smiles- Yep.

Ayashi: -keeps stroking his head, listening to him purr- [Thinks: He's so cute when he purrs! -giggles-]

Inu-Yasha: -purrs louder, happy and content-

Ichiru: -finds a bench to sit on-

Sesshoumaru: -comes and joins Ichiru- Have a good night sleep? -smiles as Ichiru nods-

Miroku: -looks impatient- Well, what was it?

Hoshi: -giggles- I'll be an aunt and you'll be an uncle as well as a father! -giggles again-

---4½ months later---

Hoshi: -looks like a inflated balloon- -looks at Ayashi, who still is thin- I don't get it!!! Why is she still thin and I'm a balloon?

Sesshoumaru: -chuckles at Hoshi's choice of words-

Ichiru: -figures it out but keeps her mouth shut- I don't know.

Inu-Yasha: -is sitting next to Ayashi-

Miroku: -pats Hoshi's inflated stomach happily- I have no clue!

Ayashi: Don't look at me!

Sesshoumaru: -looks at Ichiru who is determined not to say anything- -points to her- She knows why.

Ichiru: -looks at Sesshoumaru, shocked that he would single her out like that- Either she's not pregnant or her youkai pregnancy hasn't started yet. I'd say she wasn't pregnant, though is my guess. -shrugs as everybody gapes at her-

Miroku: -looks at Inu-Yasha, then points an accusing finger at him- Your fault!!

Inu-Yasha: -looks at Miroku, his eyes wide, startled by his accusations- What do you mean by that, monk?!?!!?

Hoshi: -looks at Ichiru, desperate for the quarreling to stop- Help?

Ayashi: -flies away-

Sesshoumaru: -shrugs- Maybe they need to try again.

Miroku: -stares at him-

Inu-Yasha: -stares at him, looking stoned-

Ichiru: -chuckles, then stares at Sesshoumaru-

Hoshi: -stares at Sesshoumaru, then starts chuckling at the look on Inu- Yasha's face-

Ayashi: -still flying away-

Miroku: -looks at Inu-Yasha, and then points at the fleeing Ayashi-

Sesshoumaru: -chuckles at everybody who is still staring at him-

Ichiru: -watches Inu-Yasha's face change into a fit of sorrow mixed with anger- Aren't you going after her?

Inu-Yasha: -glares at Sesshoumaru, then jumps after Ayashi-

Hoshi: -laughs, then jumps after Inu-Yasha to watch what will happen when they meet-

Ayashi: -looks back at Inu-Yasha- Leave me alone, Inu-Yasha! I just want to be alone for a while!

Meanwhile: -the rest of them are sitting down, watching Inu-Yasha looked stoned again-

Hoshi: -comes and lands down next to Ayashi- I think you might of hurt his feelings. -glances at Inu-Yasha, who is sitting down and glancing over at the two demons, his ears twitching as he tuned into their conversation- -she picked up a rock and threw it at him- Leave us alone, hanyou!!

Ayashi: Hoshi! Leave me alone, I need to be alone for a while!!

Hoshi: -smiles- Nope! I won't leave you alone until you tell me what's wrong; we aren't idiots, we know something is wrong. -glances at the hurt Inu-Yasha-

Ayashi: Just leave me alone, unless you want to get hurt.

Hoshi: -turns her gaze back to Ayashi- I could beat you in a fight, any day, you know that? -smiles-

Ayashi: -eyes have glints of red in them- I'm serious, just leave me alone.

Hoshi: -looks at Ayashi, then sighs- This is one I can't just can't win, is it? -turns away and jumps toward Inu-Yasha, grabbing his head and dragging him to the castle- -dumps him in front of the castle and jumps toward her bed chambers- I'm taking a nap.

Sesshoumaru: -ducks out of the way as Miroku scrambles through the door to get to his and Hoshi's bedchambers- -looks at Inu-Yasha, who is knocked out- Pitiful thing he is, isn't he?

Miroku: -races up to the door and knocks- Hoshi?

Ayashi: -runs along the path-

Miroku: -waits for a reply-

Ichiru: -looks at Sesshoumaru, then looks at Inu-Yasha- Okay.

Inu-Yasha: -is crawled up in a circle, knocked out-

Hoshi: -opens the door, signs of weariness written all over her face- Miroku? I need to take a nap. -smiles wearily-

Ayashi: -runs into Naraku- What the hell are you doing here?!?!

Naraku: -looks at the hanyou- -glares- Why do you need to know? -pulls out a sword-

Meanwhile: -Hoshi and Miroku are talking, the rest are waiting for Inu- Yasha to wake up-

Miroku: -helps her lie down on the bed, a small smile on his face as he pats Hoshi's ballooned stomach-

Hoshi: -lays down on the bed and slowly starts drifting off to sleep, not even noticing Miroku laying next to her-

Sango: Come on, Kagome! We've been looking for Inu-Yasha for who knows how long! Let's try Sesshoumaru's castle! -smiles as Kagome nods-

Kagome: -nods as they are really close to the castle-

Ayashi: What the hell are you doing, Naraku?

Naraku: -lunges at her, his sword drawn-

Miroku: -smiles warmly at the sleeping demon-

Kagome: -knocks on the door-

Servant: -opens the door- What does thee need?

Sango: We need to speak to Sesshoumaru, or the girl called Hoshi.

Servant: -nods- M'lady Hoshi is in her bed chambers, you wish to speak with her? -bows as Sango and Kagome nod- Very well, this way. -leads to Hoshi's room-

Hoshi: -wakes up as there is a knock on her door-

Ayashi: -screams as Naraku's sword cuts off her leg at the knee- -takes off from the ground, screaming in pain-

Kagome: -looks at the door-

Sango: -looks at the door, then looks back at Kagome-

Servant: M'lady Hoshi, you have visitors.

Miroku: -wakes up and looks at the door-

Hoshi: -struggles to sit up, then allows Miroku to help her- Let them in.

Miroku: -goes and sits on the edge of her bed, wondering who the visitors were-

Servant: -opens the door and disappears-

Ayashi: -lands back at Sesshoumaru's castle and knocks on the door-

Servant: -opens the door- M'lady Ayashi! What happened?

Miroku: -looks at Sango and Kagome as they walk in the door, and his mouth drops-

Sango: -looks at Hoshi's inflated stomach, then at Miroku, who is hovering protectively around Hoshi- Hoshi?

Kagome: -looks at Hoshi, wanting an answer to Sango's unspoken question- Did you?

Hoshi: -smiles wearily- Yes, 4½ ago. Only that amount left to go. -smiles again-

Miroku: Sango? Kagome?

Meanwhile: -Sesshoumaru and Ichiru are still waiting for Inu-Yasha to wake up-

Ayashi: -weary voice- Naraku.-passes out in front of the servant, who calls for Sesshoumaru's help to move her-

Sango: -smiles, her eyes wide- Congratulations, Hoshi and Miroku.

Kagome: -eyes are wide- Yes.

Miroku: -looks at Sango, and gulps- Thanks.

Hoshi: -smiles wearily, then summons another servant, whom she sends to go fetch Sesshoumaru-

Servant: -bows- Right away, M'lady!

Sesshoumaru: -looks at the two servants that run towards him at the same time- What do you need?

Ayashi: -still passed out-

Sango: -looks at the weary Hoshi- Why do you need to talk to Sesshoumaru?

Kagome: -nods in agreement to her question-

Inu-Yasha: -finally moves, and Ichiru is startled-

Ichiru: -smiles- Good, you are finally awake!

Servant1: Ayashi has passed out, M'lord, and I can't pick her up!! Please go get her!

Servant2: Hoshi needs you, M'lord!!

Sesshoumaru: -looks at the two servants, unsure what to do-

Ichiru: Inu-Yasha will go take care of Ayashi. Right? -she looks at Inu- Yasha as he nods and jumps away to go find Ayashi-One problem down!

Sesshoumaru: I'll go see what Hoshi wants.

Hoshi: -smiles-To find rooming for your stay, of course! Unless you'd like to sleep in here with him.-looks at Miroku, who scowls at her and the other girls-

Ayashi: -twitches a little-

Sesshoumaru: -comes into the room- Hoshi, you wanted me.for something? -looks at Kagome and Sango, not surprised- Rooming for these two? A room connected to yours, right? -nods as Hoshi nods back- Done.

Kagome: -looks at Hoshi, surprises that Sesshoumaru would listen that fast- We stay here?

Sango: -snorts- Better that then staying with Miroku!

Inu-Yasha: -finds Ayashi, picks her up, and takes her up to their bedchambers-

Hoshi: -hides a smile at Sango's comment, then looks at Miroku, who is pale- What's happened to him?

Miroku: -is barely moving as Inu-Yasha bursts into the room carrying Ayashi, who is bleeding-

Ayashi: -wakes up screaming, then passes out-

Kagome: -eyes start to fill up with tears as she looks at Inu-Yasha and Ayashi-

Sango: -looks at Inu-Yasha, startled- Hoshi? Did we miss something?

Sesshoumaru: -quickly leaves the room-

Miroku: -smiles- Yes, I think you did!

Ichiru: -heads into the room where almost everyone is settled and starts to comfort the almost crying Kagome- It's alright, Kagome.

Hoshi: -is looking at Kagome, and then at Inu-Yasha- Kagome, it's okay. Really, it is. -pats the top of Kagome's head-

Ayashi: -still passed out-

Inu-Yasha: -wonders why Kagome is here, and then races out the door with Ayashi still in his arms-

Ichiru: -looks at the wide eyed Sango, who is glaring at Miroku- I think I sense a little jealously here.

Kagome: -glares at Ichiru, who is grinning slightly- Shut up!

Sango: -glares fiercely at Ichiru, the air around her turning red with fire- What did you say?!!?!!?!??

Sesshoumaru: -giggles slightly- So do I.

Miroku: -looks extremely sheepish- She beat you to it. -smiles sheepishly- Sorry.

Hoshi: -glares at Miroku for a second, then smiles weakly at Sango- Are you alright?

Ayashi: -still passed out-

Miroku: -looks extremely sheepish, and smiles softly at Hoshi-

Sango: -looks at Hoshi, and stops glaring- Yes, it's not like I liked him or anything.

Ichiru: -snorts- Sure, whatever.

Kagome: -stops crying long enough to look at Hoshi- I suppose she beat me to Inu-Yasha, right? -voice is bitter-

Inu-Yasha: -carries Ayashi to her room, his head held low at the look on Kagome's face-

Hoshi: -smiles at Sango weakly, then smiles weakly at Miroku- I bet.-voice is still sorta weak- Only 4½ months left.I need to nap. Sesshoumaru, give them a room to share and a bed.

Ayashi: -opens eyes slowly- -weary voice- Inu-Yasha?

Inu-Yasha: -looks down at Ayashi with tears in his golden amber eyes- You're awake?

Miroku: -nods at Sesshoumaru as Hoshi slowly falls asleep-

Sesshoumaru: -nods- Yes. Kagome, Sango, follow me. -leads them into their own rooms-

Ichiru: -watches from the door as Miroku slips into the bed with Hoshi, just to watch over her- Now that's what I'd call protective.

Kagome: -has tears in her eyes- How could she beat me to him??!?! How?!?!

Sango: -tries to comfort the crying Kagome- It's okay, it's okay.

Hoshi: -slowly drifts off to sleep, and smiles as she faintly sees Miroku hovering over her, protecting her- [Thinks: My guardian angel.-smiles warmly at Miroku in her sleep-]

Ayashi: -has a terrified look on her face- Where's Naraku?

Inu-Yasha: -notices her leg, and races back to Hoshi's room, knowing that Hoshi could cure her- Houshi-sama!! Wake up Hoshi immediately!!! -is running around like a crazy manic-

Miroku: -has his arm around Hoshi and shakes her gently- Hoshi, wake up. It is an emergency that Inu-Yasha calls us for. -looks at Inu-Yasha as he deposits Ayashi right in front of Hoshi-

Sesshoumaru: -he and Ichiru have gone to bed, and they both quickly fell asleep-

Hoshi: -looks at the leg, and then places one long finger against it- -the leg quickly heals and Ayashi is free of all pain- Done. That is what you wanted me to do, right?

Ayashi: -feels the spot where her leg should be- Where's Naraku? -voice is menacing-

Inu-Yasha: I have no clue. Do you want to go find him and kill him?

Miroku: -seems torn between finding Naraku and staying here with Hoshi and his child-

Sango: -is asleep, and is sleeping near the sleeping Kagome for warmth-

Hoshi: -opens her eyes weakly- Miroku, I'd go with you if I could, but.the baby.-sighs, disappointed that she would miss all the fun- One drawback.-sighs again-

Ayashi: -in a not-so worried voice- No, I was just curious. -snaps fingers, and out of mid-air comes two crutches-

Inu-Yasha: -gawks at the two crutches-

Miroku: -sighs, disappointed- I need to defeat him soon, anyway. When Hoshi is better and the child is about five, we shall go defeat Naraku. Does that work, Hoshi? -looks at Hoshi-

Hoshi: -sighs, and nods- That works for me. We have to ask Kagome and Sango, in case they want to come.

Ayashi: -gets up with the crutches and looks at Inu-Yasha as he gapes at her, his mouth reaching the floor-What?!? -has a questioning look on her face-

Inu-Yasha: -looks stoned-

Miroku: -stands up-Go to bed; Hoshi is tired and we all need our sleep. -points to the door- Out. Sleep. Now. Go.

Hoshi: -smiles her thanks at Miroku- He's right, I need my sleep; as does everybody else here. -smiles at Inu-Yasha and Ayashi-

Ayashi: -uses the crutches to get over to her room- -goes inside- I'm not tired. -stands over in a corner-

Inu-Yasha: -follows Ayashi with a sulking look on his face at being ordered around-

Ayashi: Stop sulking, Inu-Yasha. Come here. -motions him forward-

Miroku: -lets Hoshi slowly drift to sleep before laying down on the bed so that he could slowly fall asleep-

Meanwhile: -everyone is still asleep except Inu-Yasha, Ayashi, Hoshi, and Miroku-

Hoshi: -smiles as Miroku slowly eases himself in with her, making her feel safe and protected- -slowly drifts off to sleep-

Inu-Yasha: -walks forward, unsure of what to say-

Ayashi: -lets go of one of her crutches and grabs Inu-Yasha's neck- -leans forward to kiss him and he lets her, kissing her back-

Miroku: -slowly drifts off to sleep with a satisfied smile on his face-

Hoshi: -is sleeping-

Ayashi: -slams against the wall as Inu-Yasha leans in, kissing her-

Inu-Yasha: -is frenching Ayashi-

Miroku: -is sleeping with his arm around Hoshi protectively-

Hoshi: -smiles again in her sleep-

Ayashi: -loses grip on her foot, falling to the floor, Inu-Yasha landing on top of her-

Inu-Yasha: -immediately helps her up, trying hard not to cringe at his landing position-

Miroku: -sighs and smiles in his sleep, directly across from Hoshi, their face inches away from each others-

Hoshi: -smiles-

Ayashi: -climbs into her bed, leaving the crutches leaning on the side of her bed-

Inu-Yasha: -climbs into the bed on the other side, his face half-red at what had happened earlier-

Miroku: -is still asleep-

Hoshi: -smiles in her sleep at Miroku

---4½ months later---

Inu-Yasha: -is listening to the screams emitting from the delivery room-

Rin: -is pacing back and forth- Are they hurting Hoshi-chan?

Sesshoumaru: -smiles at the anxious 8-year-old- No, she is fine.

Hoshi: -the screaming stops as the door opens and a female servant comes out-

Servant: -smiles- You may see her now. -dodges swiftly out of the way as Miroku dashes in to see Hoshi and his new child-

Rin: -bounces in the room to see Hoshi- Is Hoshi-chan alright?

Miroku: -goes up to Hoshi and checks the pale demon over, making sure she was okay- Hoshi, are you alright?

Ayashi: -limps over on her crutches- How'ya doing, Hoshi?

Sesshoumaru: -walks in, followed by a smiling Ichiru-

Miroku: -looks at Hoshi, his eyes worried-Are you alright?

Sango: -looks at Hoshi, and then looks at Miroku- Congratulations, Hoshi and Miroku.

Kagome: -smiles at Hoshi-

Ichiru: -looks at the small bundle in Hoshi's arms-I agree.

Rin: -looks up at Hoshi as she bounces onto the end of her bed- Can the little baby come play with me? It is very cute!

Inu-Yasha: -looks at the small bundle in Hoshi's arms-Male or female?

Hoshi: -smiles-Yes, I'm fine. It is a little girl, and a cuter one I have yet to see. -smiles at Rin and Miroku, then at Sango and Kagome- I'm really glad that she is so cute!

Ayashi: -has a dizzy look on her face as she drops her crutches, falling forward and hitting her head on the footboard-

Inu-Yasha: -sighs and picks her up, slinging her over her shoulder- I have to take her back to the chambers. Tell me when you name her, Hoshi.

Hoshi: Bring her here, Inu-Yasha. -she reaches out her hand to try and heal Ayashi's wound, but it fails- -shock is visible on her face as her healing has never failed before-

Miroku: -looks at Hoshi, his face worried-Hoshi? What is the matter? Have you decided a name for the little girl?

Sango: Have you?

Kagome: Well?

Sesshoumaru: -looks curious-Well?

Rin: -bounces up to look into Hoshi's face-What is the pretty girl's name, Hoshi-chan?

Ichiru: Well?

Hoshi: -blinks-I was thinking that Azeko would be a good name for her.

Ayashi: -still dazed/passed out-

Miroku: -thinks-I think Azeko would be a perfect name! -eyes brighten up- That is perfect! Azeko it is!

Rin: Azeko is a pretty name for a pretty girl! -reaches out to scratch the little girl's small sea foam green dog ears that are framed by black hair that is pretty long-

Sesshoumaru: -smiles in spite of himself-She is pretty.

Inu-Yasha: Why didn't your healing power work?

Kagome: -smiles, then goes to play with the small hanyou baby and notices that Azeko's eyes are a light purple color that matched her mothers-Pretty eyes, don't you think, Sango?

Sango: -smiles and looks at the eyes-I agree, they are very pretty!

Ichiru: -looks at the eyes-I agree, they match her mothers! Her hair is from her father, though. Black.

Hoshi: -smiles, causing her lilac eyes to light up and sparkle- I have no clue why my powers didn't work; this is the first time they haven't worked. -her eyes were tinged with worry-

Ayashi: -wakes up and acts like she had been awake the entire time-I think Azeko's a pretty name. The reason why your healing powers didn't work was because when you healed me before, like a while ago, it sealed in some of Naraku's hate, causing you not being able to heal my wounds.

Miroku: -looks worried, then looks at the exhausted Hoshi-She needs to sleep, it is obvious.

Inu-Yasha: Well, how are we gonna heal her?

Sango: We shall do it the human way, just let it heal by itself.

Kagome: -looks at Hoshi, then agrees with Miroku-Hoshi does look tired.

Rin: -bounces off the bed-Can we let Hoshi-chan and Azeko-chan get some rest? -she tilts her head and looks at Sesshoumaru-

Sesshoumaru: -nods-Let us take leave. -everyone but Miroku heads to the exit, leaving Hoshi alone to get some rest-

Ichiru: -nods and casts one last glance at Azeko before leaving-

Hoshi: -smiles warmly at Miroku, who jumps into the bed to take a closer look at his new child, the hanyou mix called Azeko-

Ayashi: -limps toward her rooms on her crutches with Inu-Yasha's arm around her waist- -reaches over and starts kissing Inu-Yasha's neck-

Inu-Yasha: -looks down at her-

Miroku: -looks at Azeko, who has black hair, lilac eyes, small black dog- ears, and she is wearing a small black kimono that one of the servants had made for her-She is very cute!

Ichiru: -heads back to her own room, Sesshoumaru right next to her-

Sesshoumaru: -walks right next to Ichiru, his head held high-

Rin: -bounces along Sesshoumaru, her eyes shining-

Sango: -heads to her own bed chambers, tired and needing a long sleep-

Kagome: -is as tired as Sango, so she follows Sango to their chambers-

Hoshi: -smiles wearily-Yes, she is. Miroku? I really need to go to sleep for a while. Is that okay with you?

Ayashi: -continues kissing his neck-

Inu-Yasha: -pushes her away slightly, trying not to let go of her and make her fall-

Miroku: -smiles at Hoshi-go to sleep; I will not stop you. -lets her drift off to sleep-

Kagome: -when she gets to her chambers she nearly falls on the bed and is asleep almost instantly-

Sango: -also falls onto the bed, sound asleep-

Ichiru: -gets to her chamber and goes to sit on the edge of her bed-

Sesshoumaru: -goes up and sits next to her, his face worried-

Rin: -bounces up next to them and sits in-between them- Is Ichiru-chan okay? -looks worried-

Hoshi: -slowly drifts off to sleep, with Miroku's hand curled around her waist-

Ayashi: Inu-Yasha, what's up? -has a questionable look on her face-

Inu-Yasha: I don't get you; you got hurt twice in the last 4½ months and you act like it didn't even happen!

Miroku: -slowly falls to sleep, covering Hoshi with the blanket that was right next to him, making sure that Azeko was okay-

Rin: Is Ichiru-chan okay?

Ichiru: -nods, then smiles at Rin-Do you want to go down to the beaches tomorrow?

Sesshoumaru: -looks at Rin as she nods madly-That would work with me, Ichiru.

Sango: -is sleeping-

Kagome: -is sleeping-

Hoshi: -has Azeko in between her and Miroku-

Ayashi: What? Would you prefer me acting all hurt and ignoring you? Acting all hurt and stuff? I don't need this. -pushes off of Inu-Yasha and falls down the case of stairs to her right-

Inu-Yasha: -winces at the sound of her hitting the ground, then jumps down to see if she was okay-Are you okay?

Miroku: -slowly wakes up and looks at the sleeping infant who is laying between them-

Hoshi: -slowly wakes up and looks at the sleeping infant, then turns to look at Miroku, who is still looking at Azeko-

Ayashi: I'm fine, Inu-Yasha. Since when do you care? -gets up-

Inu-Yasha: -looks hurt-I'm sorry. -looks really hurt-

Miroku: -looks at Hoshi, his eyes wide- How long have you been awake?

Rin: -starts bouncing around-Are you serious, Sesshoumaru-sama?

Sesshoumaru: -nods-Tomorrow we shall go to the beach. Ichiru, make sure the others don't know; it shall be a surprise. -he glanced over at Ichiru, who nodded-

Hoshi: -smiles warmly-Not that long, Miroku.

Ayashi: Well, saying "I'm sorry" isn't going to work this time. Especially after what you did. -her voice is icy- -tries to get up- Oww!!!-falls back down, a tear in her eye-

Inu-Yasha: -is really hurt at what she said, and tries not to show it- -is unsure what to do or say-

Miroku: -smiles softly-I bet, Hoshi.

Rin: -looks up and smiles at Sesshoumaru-Yay!!!

Sesshoumaru: Good.

Ichiru: -smiles and looks at Rin-I need to go check on Hoshi and Azeko now. Rin, you want to come with me? -she started to leave the room and smiled as Rin bounced after her-

Kagome: -is still sleeping-

Sango: -is half awake-

Hoshi: -looks at Azeko-I'd say I did a good job. -smiles and looks at Miroku, and her attention turns to the door as it opens-

Ayashi: -lies on the floor, crying into her arms-

Inu-Yasha: -comes over to Ayashi and pulls her against him in a hug, making her cry on his shoulder-

Miroku: -agrees with Hoshi- -looks at Ichiru comes in, closely followed by Rin-And what do you need?

Rin: -bounces onto the bed, in between Miroku and Hoshi, and she looks at the sleeping Azeko-

Sesshoumaru: -is waiting for Ichiru to return-

Kagome: -wakes up slowly and looks at Sango-

Sango: -wakes up and looks at Kagome-

Hoshi: Hello, Rin! Ichiru, what do you need?

Ayashi: Get off me!! -pushes him off, and starts crying back in her arm-

Meanwhile: -the rest of the people have decided that they need to go to sleep-

Inu-Yasha: -shoves Ayashi roughly onto the floor and storms back to his chambers to sulk-Whatever you want.

Miroku: -is snoring next to Hoshi-

Hoshi: -is sleeping next to Miroku-

Ichiru: -is sleeping next to Sesshoumaru-

Rin: -is sleeping in between Ichiru and Sesshoumaru-

Ayashi: -starts crying even harder, and starts twitching-I love you.

Inu-Yasha: -his ears catch those three words, but remembers what she had said before and ignores them-

Miroku: -he, with all the others, is still sleeping-

Hoshi: -moves slightly in her sleep, holding Azeko high not to squish her- -wakes up and hears the screams and the shouting, and ignores it, realizing from who the shouting is coming from-

Ayashi: I thought you felt the same, Inu-Yasha, but I guess I was wrong.

Inu-Yasha: -hears the words, and is unsure what to do, so he just turns around to walk back and face her-I do, but you acted like you hated me.

Hoshi: -is listening intently, her eyes large as she wakes Miroku up and gestures in the direction of the shouting- -they stand up, Hoshi holding Azeko in one hand, and they sneak out to watch the shouting match that is commencing-Look! -she points to Inu-Yasha and Ayashi, who are having a heated talk-

Kagome: -is woken up by the shouting, and wakes Sango, and they both creep over to where Hoshi and Miroku are listening-

Sango: -looks over at Sesshoumaru and Ichiru, who have also crept out to watch and listen to the conversation-Look!

Sesshoumaru: -nudges Ichiru to look at other four that have gathered to spy on the two hanyou-

Ayashi: I have an amputated leg; and you are acting like I'm lying on my deathbed!!! -her body starts twitching-

Meanwhile: -the six others are watching the two hanyou intently-

Inu-Yasha: -frowns-Well, excuse me if I was a little concerned about the one I loved. -walks away, his face full of confusion that is quickly replaced by anger as he discovers the six people watching them from the top of the hall-

Hoshi: -giggles at the look on his face-

Ayashi: -the people run down the stairs to check on Ayashi- -Hoshi touches her back- -screams- LEAVE ME ALONE!!!! ALL OF YOU JUST LEAVE ME ALONE!!! -starts crying-

---The next morning---

Hoshi: -has moved to her regular bedroom- -is asleep with Azeko in between her and Miroku-

Inu-Yasha: -is sleeping on his cot-

Ayashi: -on the floor at the bottom of the stairs, crying, eyes all puffy and red-

Inu-Yasha: -wakes up and remembers last nights fight- -starts crying softly to himself-

Sesshoumaru: -is asleep next to Ichiru-

Miroku: -wakes up and looks at the sleeping Azeko and Hoshi-

Rin: -bounds into Hoshi's room and pounces on Miroku, who is awake-Wake up, pretty Hoshi-chan!

Hoshi: -wakes up, making sure not to disturb the sleeping Azeko-Rin! What are you doing in here at this time of the morning?

Ayashi: -stretches out and grabs her left side in pain- -screams in pain-

Miroku: -gently shoves Rin off him, making sure that he didn't hurt Rin or Azeko-Rin? What do you want?

Rin: -bounces back like a rubber ball-Sesshoumaru-sama says we are going to the beach today!

Inu-Yasha: -hears the screaming and stands up, heading out the door to go find Ayashi and say he was sorry for acting like an insolent bastard-

Sesshoumaru: -is sleeping still-

Kagome: -wakes up to the screams and takes Sango to go look for their owner-

Sango: -follows Kagome willingly-I bet it's Ayashi again.

Hoshi: -looks excited as she picks up Azeko to keep her from getting squished-How excellent!

Ayashi: -hears the hurried footsteps and stops screaming-

Meanwhile: -the other characters continue doing what they were doing-

Inu-Yasha: -walks up to Ayashi-I'm sorry.

Hoshi: -listens hard to the conversation that is taking place-

Ayashi: -looks up at him-Can you help me up?

Inu-Yasha: -gently helps her up, glad that she isn't mad at him anymore-

Hoshi: -almost laughs at Ayashi's question-

Ayashi: -feels pressure on her left rib cage and yells out in pain-

Inu-Yasha: -almost drops her-Did I hurt you? -looks her over carefully-

Hoshi: -wonders why Ayashi screamed-

Ayashi: You know, when I fell down the stairs last night, I think I fractured some ribs.

Hoshi: -gasps-

Inu-Yasha: -curses mentally-What are we going to do now?

Ayashi: Well, I don't know. I can't walk around without my crutches, and it hurts to use them.

Inu-Yasha: -thinks-I could carry you around, but you wouldn't like that.- sighs as he remembers last night-

Hoshi: -chuckles-

Meanwhile: -everyone is still doing what they were doing-

Ayashi: I wouldn't mind. I was just angry last night.

Inu-Yasha: -turns red-Are you sure? [Thinks: Last night; angry was an understatement!!]

Hoshi: -nearly falls over-

Ayashi: I'm sure.

Inu-Yasha: -stutters-o.k.ay.-picks up the hanyou gently and rests her in his arms, trying hard not to hurt her ribs and her leg-Am I hurting you? -looks anxious, in case he was doing something wrong-

Hoshi: -almost does an anime fall-over, she is laughing quite hard-

Ayashi: No, you're fine.

Inu-Yasha: -smiles shakily-Good.

Hoshi: -falls off the bed, she is laughing so hard-

Miroku: -looks ecstatic about going to the beach again-How nice!!!

Rin: -starts bouncing around the room-Good, Hoshi-chan!! Good, Miroku- sama!!

Kagome: -heads to Hoshi's room to see what the yelling had came from-

Sango: -follows Kagome with a weird look on her face that is very similar to the emotion called "Jealousy"-

Ayashi: -starts weeping into Inu-Yasha's shoulder-

Inu-Yasha: -holds her carefully, allowing her to cry and trying not to hurt her-

Miroku: -looks at Hoshi-It will be fun.

Rin: -bounces around the room-FUNFUNFUNFUNFUNFUN!!!!!!

Kagome: -knocks on Hoshi's door-Are you in there?

Sesshoumaru: -wakes up and remembers what he said they were going to do today-

Sango: -knocks on her door again-Hello?

Ichiru: -pokes Sesshoumaru in the side, making him cringe-Awake yet, sleepy- head?

Hoshi: -looks at the door and motions for Miroku to go open it-He's getting it!!

Ayashi: -still crying into Inu-Yasha's shoulder-

Inu-Yasha: -pats her head gently-

Miroku: -jumps up and pulls open the door, swiftly dodging Rin-Yes?

Rin: -is still bouncing around the room, then throws herself on the bed, next to Hoshi and Azeko-

Kagome: -walks in the room, followed by Sango-

Sesshoumaru: -pokes her back gently-Yes, I am awake!!

Sango: -is looking at Miroku and Hoshi with jealousy-Hello.

Ichiru: -giggles-Good!

Hoshi: -looks at Sango's face, then at Kagome-Kagome? Is it possible that Sango may be feeling a little.what's it called.jealous?

Meanwhile: -Shippou [with Kirara] has wondered over to Kaede's hut-

Ayashi: -looks up at Inu-Yasha- I love you. I love you more then life itself.

Inu-Yasha: -smiles softly at her-I love you, too.

Miroku: -looks at Sango with a question in his eyes-

Rin: -is playing with Azeko-

Kagome: -looks at Sango's face-That might be a possibility.

Sesshoumaru: Shall we go alert the others, Ichiru?

Sango: -fire starts to burn around her, and her face goes livid- -has a fearsome expression on her face-Me? JEALOUS?!?!?!??!?!!?! You've go to be kidding!!!!!! -glares at everybody-Why would I be jealous that she got him??!?!?!?!?!?!!? I didn't even like him!!!!!! [Thinks: Koharu's going to be jealous, I say that!!!]

Ichiru: -hears the shouting and wonders what it's from-Yes, and listen to the shouting.

Hoshi: -cringes and hides her face, along with Azeko-Forget I asked!

Ayashi: -she falls asleep as she is clinging to Inu-Yasha-

Inu-Yasha: -holds her gently, not sure what to do so he starts walking out to the gardens-

Miroku: -cringes-Hoshi? I don't think you should've asked that!!

Rin: -looks at Sango-Is something wrong, Sango-chan?

Kagome: -cringes and looks at Hoshi-I don't think she has any jealousy.

Sesshoumaru: -stands up and starts to head to the source of the shouting, which was Hoshi's room-Let's go check it out.

Sango: -walks up to Hoshi to whisper in her ear-I am jealous, you know that?

Ichiru: -hears Sango's last remark and nearly falls over laughing- Sesshoumaru, did you hear that?

Hoshi: -looks at Sango, then starts laughing as everyone stares at her-

Ayashi: -still asleep in Inu-Yasha's arms-

Inu-Yasha: -nearly runs into Sesshoumaru-

Miroku: -looks at Hoshi-Did she say something, Hoshi?

Rin: -looks at Hoshi-Is something funny?

Kagome: -looks at Hoshi with a question on her face-

Sesshoumaru: -hears Sango's remark and smirks-What do you want, Inu-Yasha?

Sango: -looks at Hoshi, who nods at Kagome-Tell her only.

Ichiru: -looks at Inu-Yasha, who has Ayashi in his arms-The cutest couple. What do you think, Sesshoumaru?

Hoshi: -gestures for Kagome to come over so she can whisper in her ear- Sango is jealous.

Ayashi: -is still asleep-

Inu-Yasha: -glares at Sesshoumaru-Let me pass, Sesshoumaru!

Miroku: -watches, confusion running across his face as Kagome bursts out laughing-Hoshi? Kagome? Sango? What is so funny?

Rin: -looks confused, then starts bouncing around the room-

Kagome: -collapses to the floor, she is laughing so hard-She is?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?

Sesshoumaru: -lets Inu-Yasha pass-Come on, Ichiru.

Sango: -starts laughing helplessly, nearly rolling on the floor-

Ichiru: -hears the three girls laughing and starts laughing herself-

Hoshi: -tries to stop laughing, but fails-

Ayashi: -wakes up and then with out thinking stands up and fell down immediately-

Inu-Yasha: -cringes and picks her up again-

Miroku: She is what? Who is she?

Rin: -is bouncing around the room, singing to herself-

Kagome: -is still laughing at the fact-

Sesshoumaru: -opens the door to find three girls, one demon and two humans, rolling on the floor with laughter, while a confused looking Miroku holds Azeko out of harms way-What happened?

Sango: -looks up at Sesshoumaru-Nothing! -is still laughing-

Ichiru: -follows Sesshoumaru in and joins the three other girls rolling on the floor with laughter-Sango, I heard that comment! Was it true? -starts laughing harder as Sango nods-

Hoshi: -is still laughing her head off-

Ayashi: I got it, Inu-Yasha. -snaps fingers and a wheelchair pops out of nowhere-

Inu-Yasha: -looks at the strange contraption, then grabs both it and Ayashi to walk off and investigate the laughing sounds coming from Hoshi's room- Come on.

Miroku: -is looking really confused and is holding Azeko in his arms-I think I missed something, didn't I?

Rin: -goes and sits next to Miroku-Hoshi-chan? Why are you laughing?

Kagome: -finally calms down, and then she looks at Sesshoumaru and the others, still giggling slightly-

Sesshoumaru: -looks at the four people rolling on the floor with laughter- What is so humorous?

Sango: -chokes out the words-Nothing! Nothing is funny at all!!!

Ichiru: -looks at Sesshoumaru-Nothing. You heard what she said, right? -points at Sango-

Hoshi: -finally sits up and look at Rin-Something Sango said was funny, Rin- chan.

Ayashi: Inu-Yasha, put me down! Hand me the wheelchair! -points to the wheelchair in Inu-Yasha's other hand-

Ayashi: -sits in it after Inu-Yasha sets it down-

Inu-Yasha: -grabs the wheelchair with her in it and starts walking to Hoshi's room-Let's go.

Miroku: -sighs-I know I missed something.

Rin: -looks at Hoshi-

Kagome: -finally manages to sit up-

Sesshoumaru: -rolls his eyes-

Sango: Thanks for not saying anything, Hoshi!

Ichiru: -is standing next to Sesshoumaru-

Hoshi: Shall we go to the beach?

~A year later~

Ayashi: Hey, Inu-Yasha, I'm going out for a stroll!

Inu-Yasha: -blinks and waves at Ayashi- Sure whatever you want, Ayashi- chan! -sighs and goes off to start gathering herbs-

Miroku: -is watching Hoshi- Hoshi-chan, are you alright? You seem a bit spaced out! -looks concerned as he pats her head carefully-

Ichiru: -is sitting next to Sesshoumaru and is holding hands- Sesshoumaru- chan, keep an eye on Misayo and Rin. It's Misayo's first time out of the castle, you know.

Rin: -is bouncing around with Misayo- Come on, Misayo-chan! Let's play! -is playing around in the gardens-

Misayo: -is seven and is bouncing around the gardens with Rin- Sure! -giggles and runs after Rin- Wait for me, Rin-chan!

Sesshoumaru: -is watching the two kids with eagle-hawk eyes- Don't worry, Ichiru-chan. They won't disappear with me watching them.

Kagome: -is standing with Sango, watching the happy couples- I wish Kikyo was here to knock some sense into that evil idiot. -stares at Inu-Yasha-

Sango: -snickers and nods her head- Perfectly right in that case, Kagome- chan. -glares at Inu-Yasha out of the corner of her eye-

Hoshi: -is staring at the ceiling, extremely spaced out- What.?! -blinks, shakes her head, and stares at Miroku (they left Azeko in their chambers to rest)- Sorry. -falls over in a dead faint-