Today, Kagome woke up feeling sad. Inuyasha left with Miroku two days ago to exterminate some yokais terrorizing a seaside village, and they were not back yet. Last time she saw him was the day they went to the river. He had to leave early the next morning.

The village where they were requested was pretty far away and they didn't know how strong the yokais were. She wanted to go with them but couldn't, since she had training with Kaede everyday amongst other tasks she took as a Miko.

But today she was feeling homesick and really missed her family. Even if she didn't regret her choice of living in the feudal era, it was still hard. Even harder when she woke up to an empty space beside her on the futon.

She still went on with her day, putting a smile on her face and hiding her real feelings. The villagers were counting on her and she couldn't let them feel like she was less available.

Kaede noticed that she was not her usual cheery self. She tried to ask Kagome what was wrong but she said everything was fine and smiled. The older Miko saw Sango later that day and asked her to spend some time with Kagome. They were best friends so there was more chances that she would open up to the Yokai slayer.

Kagome was heading back home at the end of the afternoon when she heard Sango calling her. She turned around and met her friend halfway.

"Hey Kagome! Since our husbands are not back yet, I wanted to invite you over for dinner."

"Oh Sango that's a great idea! I could also give you a hand with the kids if you want."

"I must admit that an extra pair of hands won't be too much. Little Hisui is teething so he's fussy and always wants to be held."

Sango kissed her baby's head, who was currently sleeping in a sling.

The two women headed to Sango's place. An old lady who was a neighbor was watching the twins while the young mother had gone to Kaede's to get some herb paste that was supposed to soothe her baby. She thanked herand got back home with the kids.

"I will cook dinner. Can you hold Hisui while I do that?" Sango asked.

"Of course!" answered the Miko, taking the little boy in her arms. "One day I'll have a little one just like you." she said to the infant, poking his nose softly.

Sango smiled. "You will be a great mom and I'm sure Inuyasha will be a great dad too."

Two hours later, they had ate and Kagome cleaned the dishes while Sango put her little ones to sleep. They were now all sleeping soundly, including Hisui who's pain was relieved by the herb paste.

The girls were sitting near the fire, discussing in hushed tones.

"I hope the guys will be back tonight." the young mother said. "It always makes me nervous when Miroku's away. I'm always worried something happened."

"Yeah it's the first time since my return that Inuyasha is gone. I know he's probably fine but I miss him..."

Sango noticed a tear rolling down her friend's cheek. She scooted closer and hugged her.

"Is this why you look so sad?" she asked softly.

"Yes and no... It's just that I really miss my family right now. And it's worse since Inuyasha's away..."

They remained silent for a while, Sango rubbing her friend's back in a soothing motion.

Wanting to distract her friend from her sadness, Sango changed subject.

"By the way, how is it going between you and Inuyasha?" she asked, curious.

"Pretty well actually. We fight sometimes but most of the time we really enjoy each other's company. And I honestly never thought he would be such a softie and an affectionate husband." Kagome answered, smiling.

"Inuyasha, a softie? Are you sure you're talking about the same half-demon I know?"

The Miko giggled. "I know, it's pretty hard to believe but it's true. He really takes good care of me."

"I'm glad that you're both so happy together." said Sango, smiling warmly. "I know you'll say that Miroku's rubbing on me" she continued, "but I'm curious... how was your wedding night?"

Kagome blushed, not used to talk about her intimate life. "Hum actually... It was nice but we didn't do... You know? In fact it didn't happen yet."

Sango looked a bit surprised. "With all the sexual tension between you two during our adventures, we were pretty sure you'd jump on each other as soon as possible."

"Sango!" the Miko exclaimed, flustered.

"What? You can't deny it's true though." she answered, chuckling.

"Maybe but... I was not ready..."

"Awww I'm sorry. I didn't want to make you uncomfortable..."

"Don't worry about that... It didn't happen yet but we're getting more intimate each day. So I think it will happen soon... I know he wants to but he's been really respectful and understanding." the Miko explained.

"I'm glad he's waiting for you. It's really sweet."

"What about you and Miroku? Did it... Did that happen on your wedding night?"

Sango's cheeks took a pink shade and she chuckled. "Well, you know this monk wouldn't have been able to wait." she laughed. "But that's ok, I wanted that too."

The girls continued to talk about different topics and Kagome was feeling better.

Later in the evening, they heard their husbands' voices from afar. They ran outside to greet them. Kagome ran to Inuyasha and threw herself into his arms, under the amused look of Miroku.

Inuyasha kissed his wife softly. "Damn, I didn't think you'd miss me that much." he said, chuckling.

"I did miss you, a lot." she answered, kissing him back.

The four friends said their goodbyes and the hanyo ran to his hut, his wife riding on his back.

They arrived home and Inuyasha started the fire while Kagome prepared some tea and a snack for her husband who was hungry after the long run back. They sat near the fireplace and Kagome massaged the hanyo's scalp, neck and shoulders.

"Hmmm I really like when you do that." he said groggily, his eyes closed. The Miko chuckled.

"In my era, we pay people in spas to give us a full body massage. It's so relaxing!" she said.

"Spa?"

"It's a place where you go to receive body care like massages, manicure, pedicure, facial, hair removal, etc." she explained.

"I don't understand half of what you said but I get the idea. It's weird." Inuyasha declared.

Kagome chuckled. "I know it seems weird to you, but it's really fun!"

She started to laugh.

"What? Are you laughing at me?" her husband asked, slightly annoyed.

"No not at all! I just imagined the face of the spa workers if you asked for a manicure." she answered, amused.

Inuyasha lifted an eyebrow in interrogation. Kagome scooted beside him and, giving him a kiss on the cheek, she took one of his hands in hers.

"A manicure is the care for hands and nails. To make them cute by shaping the nails, painting them, or even put false ones on them. I just pictured the spa workers faces if they saw your claws."

"Keh! As if I'd let anyone paint them." he answered, making Kagome chuckle.

"Anyway, I like to give massages so I want to take care of you that way. You're so hard on your body!"

"I'm not a flimsy human." he retorted, a crooked smile on his lips. "But I'd like that."

"Alright! Just take off your hadagi and hakama, and lay on your stomach on the futon." Kagome said, clapping her hands once.

"So basically, I get naked." he said, grinning.

The Miko froze for a few seconds, than blushed. "Well, you could keep your fundoshi but you can take it off as well if you want."

Inuyasha settled on the futon in his birthday suit while Kagome got some oil she had prepared from seeds.

She tied her sleeves and hair. She also tied his hair so they were not in the way.

The Miko started by caressing her husband's back with both hands, enjoying the view of his naked body on their futon. She couldn't deny that she particularly loved his butt.

She poured some oil on his back and spread it on his skin. She massaged his neck, his back and his shoulders, making him groan.

After, she massaged his calves and the back of his thighs. She hesitated a few seconds before sliding her hands up on his buttocks, taking her time to treat both.

Inuyasha blushed at first, but soon relaxed and enjoyed her touch. Maybe he was enjoying it a bit too much.

When she was done, the Miko slapped one of his butt cheeks, making him jerk. She laughed and told him to turn on his back, giving him a piece of clothing to cover his manhood.

"Hum... I can't." Inuyasha said, his voice muffled by the pillow.

"Why not?" Kagome asked, unaware of her husband's inner turmoil.

"Well...I really, really liked your touch."

"Oh." The Miko blushed. "Well... It's natural... I don't mind..."

"O-ok." Inuyasha turned on his back, making sure to put the piece of clothing over his hips, even if it didn't do much to hide his arousal. He put his forearm over his eyes, a bit embarrassed.

Trying to not look at what was going on down there, Kagome didn't wait to pour oil on his chest and started to work on his pectorals, abs and arms. She really liked to feel his hard muscles move as she massaged them.

Inuyasha could smell her arousal, and it was not helping at to calm his own. He was trying to keep his breathing regular and even but it was hard.

Unable to resist anymore, he grabbed his wife's waist and pulled her flush against him. He kissed her fervently, holding her tightly in his arms.

Surprised at first, she responded eagerly to his kiss. The hanyo flipped her on her back, now hovering over her. Kagome could see the desire in his eyes, but also his creased forehead as he was trying to resist the urgency to take her.

Her brown gaze locked on his golden one. "I... I want you to make love to me tonight." the Miko said softly, blushing.