'Ello everyone! How are you guys doing?! Good I hope! Sorry I haven't
updated in a while. I had to study for a huge Biology test I had.
Hopefully I pass it. Fingers crossed! ^_^ Also since Christmas is coming
up I had to do some last minute shopping! Well after the long wait here it
is! Chapter eight to Take Flight my Dragon!
In this chapter you are going to read some interesting things about Tatsuyu and something happens to Kikyo! OHHH SOUNDS INTERESTING, NE?! Anyway. it's also going to be around Christmas so some miracles are going to happen! Do I have your interest yet?! I hope I do!
Well read and find out what I am talking about! ^_^ Enjoy!!!
On with the story!
(Disclaimer: pure and simple. Don't own Inuyasha but own Antonio and Tatsuyu. I think that is simple enough to understand.)
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Chapter 8
Tatsuyu walked slowly through the mall, Shippo holding her hand tight as he looked at the display windows. It was two days before Christmas and people were bustling about trying to get their last minute shopping in. It could be said about Tatsuyu. She still didn't know what to get for Sesshomaru or Inuyasha. Everyone else was so easy, but for some reason those two were hard. (AN: you know how you always have those family members that you just don't know what to get? Don't you hate that?!?)
Shippo tugged on his sister's hand and started jumping around, "Look there, sis! Inuyasha would love that! Don't you think?!" Tatsuyu turned her attention to what Shippo was pointing to and smiled. Shippo was right; Inuyasha would like that.
Tatsuyu looked down at her brother and nodded. "You're right Shippo. He would like that. Let's go get it!" Musing with his hair, she pulled him towards the store, Shippo laughing all the way there.
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"Oh man Inuyasha is going to be so psyched about his gift!" Shippo said happily as they walked out of the store.
Tatsuyu nodded her head and adjusted the bag. "Now all we have to do is find a gift for Sesshomaru and then we can go home. Now take my hand so you don't get lost."
"Aw come on Big Sis. I'm not that little."
"Yes you are."
Shippo reluctantly took her hand and sulked.
/ Draggie Poo. . ." /
Tatsuyu groaned and rolled her eyes. "Very funny Shippo. Now be good or I won't buy you any pocky like I was going to." Shippo's mood quickly lightened up as he told her to start looking for a gift for Sesshomaru. Tatsuyu giggled. Shippo would do anything for pocky. While looking for a store that seemed like a good place to buy a present, a certain Spaniard caught her attention and she waved him over. "Tony! Over here!"
Antonio looked up from a puppy he saw in the pet shop and smiled. "Hola, Tatsy! ¿Cómo usted es?"
"Eh?" Tatsuyu raised an eyebrow.
Antonio chuckled and said, "Gomannasai. How are you?"
Tatsuyu giggled and smiled. "Very well thank you, however, I'm having a bit of trouble trying to find a gift for Sesshomaru. Do you have any suggestions?"
Antonio crossed his arms over his chest and his eyebrows furrowed in concentration. "Hmmm. . . he was always muy duramente to shop for." Tatsuyu raised another eyebrow and he smiled, "Sorry again. I mean he's always very hard to shop for."
"Why not get him one of those!" Shippo shouted while pointing to a jewelry store.
Tatsuyu gave her brother a curious look. "What are you pointing at Shippo?" Not giving a response, Shippo took Antonio's hand and pulled them both towards the display case and pointed again. Tatsuyu smiled and hugged her brother. "Arigato Shippo! It's perfect!"
Shippo gasped. "Can't. . . breathe!" Antonio laughed so hard he fell to the ground holding his stomach.
*~*~*(You really wanna know what she got them? Well keep reading!)*~*~*
Tatsuyu smiled in satisfaction as they headed out the door. Holding his present close, she took Shippo's hand once again and the trio made their way to a small restaurant, which didn't look too crowded.
After having a nice lunch, they got up and started to walk out when Kikyo walked in, blocking the entrance. She sneered and crossed her arms. "Well look who it is. Watch out people, she'll steal your men." Antonio growled and Shippo hid behind his sister.
Tatsuyu only straightened her shoulders and lifted up her chin. "Well, unfortunately for you your name wasn't written on him." Antonio snickered and Kikyo narrowed her eyes. Tatsuyu just stared back at her, no emotions playing across her face.
Kikyo moved closer, her voice a threatening whisper, "Make no mistake when I say this. Sesshomaru will be mine, one way or another."
Tatsuyu glared back, her own voice a whisper, "He doesn't belong to you, and so he will never be yours." Kikyo growled, her eyes narrowing dangerously. Tatsuyu stood her ground and glared back.
Kikyo then whispered, "I know about you Tatsuyu. I know about your powers." Tatsuyu's eyes widened and Kikyo grinned. "Oh yes. I know. I know all about you being a freak. . ."
Tatsuyu did the last thing anyone ever thought she would. Dropping the bags on the ground, she pulled back her right arm and with all the strength she had, punched Kikyo square in the jaw. Kikyo yelped in pain and fell to the ground, her lip bleeding. She looked up and glared, but immediately recoiled at seeing the look on Tatsuyu's face.
Tatsuyu's face was flushed with anger and her mouth was curved into a snarl, showing two long fangs. The thing that made Kikyo recoil was Tatsuyu's eyes. Her normal warm, kind eyes were now cold and hard. Her honey colored eyes swirled with black and red colors. The air around her became cold and dreary. Tatsuyu's body tensed, as if ready to pounce.
Tatsuyu cracked her fingers, which now sported elongated nails. Everyone around her stepped back, Antonio grabbing Shippo and holding him close. She slowly walked towards Kikyo, grabbed the front of her shirt, and brought her up to her face. When she spoke, her words were coated with venom. "You should really watch what you say, bitch. One day it could get you hurt. . . or worse." She roughly let her go and stalked out.
Antonio shook himself out oh his shock, grabbed her things, and with Shippo still in his arms, took chase after her.
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Tatsuyu just walked, never really knowing where her feet were taking her. She just kept walking. Of course she knew someone was following her, and she had the urge to turn around and slash the hell out of them, but for some reason she couldn't. Tatsuyu knew it was someone she knew and cared for.
Yet a part of her brain was trying to figure out what happened, however, every time she tried nothing came to her mind. All she remembers is this tugging feeling in her body, as if something was trying to break free. Then when Kikyo called her a freak she just lost it. Something inside snapped and the next thing she knew she had Kikyo by the shirt. 'What happened to me?!'
Tatsuyu came to a door and knocked on it, not knowing if someone would answer and not knowing she was crying. The door open to produce Sesshomaru, who took one look at Tatsuyu and froze. "T-tats?! What's wrong?!"
Tatsuyu's voice stuttered through gasps. "S-Sesshomaru, I-I d-don't know w- what happened. I-I just. . ." She broke down in the middle of her sentence and rushed into Sesshomaru's arms. Sesshomaru held her close and cooed softly. Looking behind her he saw Antonio with a scared Shippo in his arms. Antonio stared back, shaking his head showing that he couldn't explain.
Giving Antonio a curt nod, Sesshomaru picked up Tatsuyu bridal style and carried her inside, leaving the door open for Antonio. Antonio closed the door behind him and watched Sesshomaru take Tatsuyu upstairs.
"What's wrong the Tats, Antonio?" said Shippo in a small voice.
Antonio set him down on the couch and knelt down so he could look into his face, "I'm not sure buddy, however I do know that your sister is going to be just fine. ¿Bueno?" Shippo looked at him carefully then nodded his head and smiled. Antonio smiled back and ruffled the younger boys hair, "Muy bien! Now why don't you show me what you got the silver haired boys!"
Shippo giggled and started rummaging through the bags.
"Uh. . . Antonio? What does 'Bueno' mean?"
Antonio laughed and wrapped an arm around Shippo's shoulders.
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Sesshomaru ran a hand through Tatsuyu's thick curls, making small shushing noises to calm her down. Tatsuyu laid with him, her fingers curled tightly on his shirt, and her face buried in his chest. Finally after she was able to calm down Sesshomaru tilted up her chin and smiled, "Feel better?"
She gave a small sniff and snuggled closer. "Not really. I mean, I almost hurt someone because I lost control of my emotions."
"You shouldn't beat yourself up about that. It happens, and you know as well as I do that Kikyo had it coming."
Tatsuyu giggled and looked up at him, "Yeah, I guess you're right, but that still doesn't explain why I couldn't remember attacking her."
Sesshomaru just sighed and wrapped his arms around her waist. "Let's just forget about Kikyo right now. Right now, let's just enjoy each other's company." He brought his lips close to hers and whispered, "What do you say to that?"
Not even answering, Tatsuyu closed the distance between them and captured his lips with hers, giving a happy sigh. Sesshomaru pulled her closer, his hands trailing up and down her back. They parted after when they needed that one thing we all call air, and both panted slightly.
"Does that answer your question, love?" whispered Tatsuyu, her voice low and seductive. Sesshomaru shivered and nuzzled the hollow of her neck. Tilting her head to give him more access, she felt a pair of velvet lips slowly trailing kisses up her neck. Tatsuyu gave a slight moan of pleasure and ran her hands through Sesshomaru's silver locks, twining the hair around her fingers. . .
The front door opened with a bang and Inuyasha's voice boomed through the house, "Oi, Sesshomaru! Where are you?!"
Sesshomaru gave a disappointed groan and lifted up his head. "Upstairs, Inuyasha. Go see if Antonio wants anything to drink!"
Both heard Inuyasha mumbling something idiotic and both chuckled. Quickly sitting up and fixing their clothing, they headed for the door, Sesshomaru's arm wrapped around her waist, the incident far away in their thoughts.
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(Christmas Eve)
Tatsuyu shook Shippo's shoulders, "Shippo, wake up. . . it's time to go." Shippo slowly opened sleepy eyes and yawned.
Shippo gave a small stretch and said, "Where we going?"
"To the cemetery shrimp, where we always go on Christmas Eve." Replied Tatsuyu who was now looking for some warm clothes for her little brother to wear. Every year since their mother had passed, they would go and take flowers to her grave on special occasions and holidays. Christmas was the most important, for it was their mother's favorite holiday so they make special flower arrangements just for her.
Shippo walked over to his sister and wrapped his arms around her waist. "Did you find a good florist this year?"
"Hai, and the arrangement is beautiful. Different colored roses and tulips; mother's favorites. Now go get dressed." Tatsuyu handed him his clothes and he took off for the bathroom. Tatsuyu walked downstairs and made sure the flowers were still nicely arranged; God how she missed her mother.
Shippo came down a few minutes later, pulling a blue sweater over his head. Tatsuyu smiled, and he smiled back. Quickly grabbing the flowers, she made sure they had their coats and both took off in her car towards the cemetery.
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"Sesshomaru. Earth to Sesshomaru! Stop daydreaming and help me wrapped these damn things!"
Sesshomaru shook his head to see his brother staring at him, his arms crossed and tapping his foot. Inuyasha then picked up a present and threw it in his direction. "Everyone is going to be here in a few hours and we need these wrapped!" said Inuyasha who sat back down and tried to wrap a box up.
Sesshomaru sighed, "You know, it's not my fault that you went shopping late in the year." He went to wrap the present when a couch pillow was flung at his head.
"Feh! Shut up!"
Sesshomaru chuckled and resumed to wrapping the present Inuyasha had given him.
A knock on the door interrupted their wrapping. Sesshomaru looked over at his brother who seemed too engrossed in getting a bow on his present. Giving a small sigh, Sesshomaru heaved himself out of the comfort of the couch and went to answer the door. When the door was open he was immediately pulled into a fierce hug.
"Hola Sessio! Merry Christmas buddy!" exclaimed Antonio in his usual energy. Sesshomaru tried to get out of the grip, but the Spaniard was just too strong. Antonio finally let go and slapped Sesshomaru's back. "So how have ya been?"
Sesshomaru straightened and smiled, "Good. You know, you're a little early."
Antonio shrugged and picked up a big bag, "Hey, if you're going to have a party then the least I can do is help set up a bit! I know you need the help!"
"We sure as hell do!" Shouted Inuyasha from inside. Antonio laughed and Sesshomaru let him inside the house.
Sesshomaru took the bag and said, "Maybe you could go help Inuyasha wrap gifts, he's not very good at that."
"Hey, I heard that you jackass!"
"Who you calling a jackass?!"
"You BAKA!"
Sesshomaru growled and Tony laughed. "Ah the rivalry between siblings! Never ceases to amaze me!"
Sesshomaru glared at his best friend, "Just go help him wrap presents will ya?"
Antonio gave a goofy salute and shouted, "AYE, AYE CAPTAIN POOPY PANTS!"
Sesshomaru sweatdropped and took the bag into the living room, a laughing Antonio only two steps behind.
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At around five o'clock, everyone else started to arrive. First it was Miroku and Sango, and Miroku was sporting a lovely red handprint on the side of his face. Kagome was next to arriving, carrying a bag and some Christmas cookies. Tatsuyu and Shippo were the last to arrive, and Sesshomaru greeted them with giant hugs and a kiss for Tatsuyu.
"Merry Christmas, love!"
Tatsuyu giggled and hugged him back, "Merry Christmas, koishii."
"Merry Christmas Sesshomaru!" Shouted Shippo who was clinging to Sesshomaru's leg and not letting go. Sesshomaru replied with a heartfelt 'Merry Christmas' and pried the little on off his leg.
Turning to Tatsuyu he said, "What kept you guys?"
Tatsuyu took off her jacket and placed it on a hook. "We had to stop off at the cemetery to visit my mother's grave. Afterwards we just went back home and made some gingerbread houses. We kind of lost track of time." She scratched her head and smiled sheepishly.
Sesshomaru just smiled and kissed her cheek. "I'm just glad you made it. Let's just go and have a good Christmas together with our friends." Tatsuyu smiled and hooked her arm under his free one, as he was still holding Shippo, and they made their way to the living room where Miroku and Antonio were singing goofed up versions of Christmas songs.
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The party went by nicely. Everyone was having a good time and it just went by fast. They played some kids games just for laughs, and Antonio and Inuyasha got into a war of extreme thumb war. (Oh come on, even high school people act like complete five year olds!) There were a few occasional slaps from Sango when Miroku tried to grope her, but other than that things went by smoothly. Now everyone was sitting in a circle on the living room floor to pass out presents.
"Alirghty then, let's see who gets the first present of the night." Said Antonio happily, who took the role as Santa. (Then he's a HOT Santa! ^_^) Taking a small gift from under the Christmas tree, he read the tag and said, "Well the lucky winner is Sango! From Miroku!"
Sango's face became a slight pink color as she took the present and opened it. Her mouth gaped open when she produced a small ring with a pink diamond. "Oh my lord, Miroku, where did you get this?!"
Miroku gave a proud smile and said, "I have my ways my dear Sango. No other diamond would have worked for you!" Sango smiled big and wrapped her arms around him, surprising him. When she pulled away she said thank you and gave him a kiss on his cheek.
Antonio clapped his hands and said, "Okay, now who gets the next one?" he looked at the tag. "To Kagome, from Inuyasha!" he handed the package to Kagome who opened the gift and smiled.
Inside the box was a gold bracelet that had her name engraved in the band. Looking inside the small box was a note and she picked it up. Her face turned bright red when she read it and looked at Inuyasha who was blushing as well. Kagome's face broke into a giant smile as she wrapped her arms around his neck and kissed his lips.
Everyone stared at the act and Sesshomaru chuckled. He knew the whole plan his brother had. When Kagome finally pulled away Sango shouted, "What was that for?!" Kagome showed her the note she read and Sango's eyes widened. She read aloud:
Kagome,
I hope this bracelet shows you how much I care about you, and I hope you have a wonderful Christmas. I only have one wish this year for Christmas. Kagome, I love you and would you do me the honor of being my girl? That's all I want for Christmas.
Love, Inuyasha.
(Sorry if that sounded really corny, I didn't know what to put. . . -_-)
"AWWWWWWW!!!!! Inuyasha that is so adorable!" Shouted Tatsuyu. Everyone else smiled and Kagome wrapped her arms around Inuyasha's waist. Inuyasha smiled and did the same, his face still red from blushing so much.
"It just seemed the easiest way to actually tell her."
"Well I'm glad you did Inuyasha!"
The rest of the gifts were passed out, Miroku getting some punk rock CD's, Shippo got some toys and Duel Monster cards, and Antonio got a lot of clothes just like he requested. (Mostly leather I'll have you know. ^_^)
When Inuyasha got his present from Tatsuyu his eyes bulged out of his head. "Whoa! This is awesome!"
Inuyasha pulled the sword out of its sheath and grinned in satisfaction. It's only been a few months since Inuyasha entered the sword competitions and he still needed a new one. Inuyasha looked at Tatsuyu and said, "I can't believe you got this!"
Tatsuyu giggled, "You have Shippo to thank for that. That sword was one of a kind. It even has a name; the Tetsusiaga I believe."
"Arigato you two!"
Antonio held up two presents. "Alright everyone, these are the last two presents and they are for Tatsuyu and Sesshomaru!" he smiled as he handed the lovebirds their gifts and everyone watched.
Tatsuyu slowly opened her gift from Sesshomaru and smiled. Contained inside a long, velvet box was a beautiful silver necklace with a dragon pendent curled lovingly around a diamond. Its wings were extended and connected to the necklace.
Sesshomaru's gift was also a necklace but with a sword with sapphires embedded in the hilt. Also, an emerald snaked was wrapped around it, a ruby for its eye.
Both looked at each other and smiled. No words were needed to express their happiness and gratitude. Instead they moved closer and kissed, ignoring the 'awes' from the people around them. The night went by fast and finally everyone went home, all agreeing that that was one of the best Christmas's they had ever had.
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The rundown bar was dark and dreary. Cigarette smoke hung in the air and the smell of beer and human contents was strong. Naraku slowly sipped at his drink while waiting for his client to appear. It took him a while to find him, for this man was always on the run. Naraku was able to find out that the man was now living in a rundown part of Kyoto so he packed up everything to meet him.
After he was finally able to persuade the man that he wasn't their to arrest him, he made an appointment with him to discuss a few things that could benefit them both.
Naraku looked up from his drink to see a tall man walking towards him. The man had seen better days. His hair was tussled and his clothes were dirty. The man sat down and stared intently at Naraku. "Alright, I'm here. Now what do you want?"
Naraku put down his drink and folded his hands. "I'm glad you could meet me here on such short notice. . ."
"Forget the manners. What do you want?" the man spat out, not in the mood for small talk.
Naraku shrugged and started again, "Well, I thought you would like to know how your son is doing. Don't you agree?"
The man smirked and leaned closer, "So how is Sesshomaru?"
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Oh I am so evil to my readers don't you think?!? ^_^ You SOOOOO know something is going to happen!!! But what is it? Who knows?! Only I do!! HAHAHAHA!!!!! Be prepared!!! DUN DUN DUN!!!
Well what do you think? Like it? Hate it? Sorry again it took so long for me to post this. I've been real busy. Anyway, chapter done, hope ya like, R&R please and thank you and stay tuned for another chapter to Take Flight my Dragon!
Ja ne!
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYBODY!!!! ^_^
P.S. Gomen to my readers who were looking for a lemon in this chapter. I didn't do it for two reasons; 1.) Because I'm still contemplating if I SHOULD; and 2.) Because I think it's a little too early to have one just yet. Well there ya go. Please don't be angwy! *Chibi eyes*
In this chapter you are going to read some interesting things about Tatsuyu and something happens to Kikyo! OHHH SOUNDS INTERESTING, NE?! Anyway. it's also going to be around Christmas so some miracles are going to happen! Do I have your interest yet?! I hope I do!
Well read and find out what I am talking about! ^_^ Enjoy!!!
On with the story!
(Disclaimer: pure and simple. Don't own Inuyasha but own Antonio and Tatsuyu. I think that is simple enough to understand.)
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Chapter 8
Tatsuyu walked slowly through the mall, Shippo holding her hand tight as he looked at the display windows. It was two days before Christmas and people were bustling about trying to get their last minute shopping in. It could be said about Tatsuyu. She still didn't know what to get for Sesshomaru or Inuyasha. Everyone else was so easy, but for some reason those two were hard. (AN: you know how you always have those family members that you just don't know what to get? Don't you hate that?!?)
Shippo tugged on his sister's hand and started jumping around, "Look there, sis! Inuyasha would love that! Don't you think?!" Tatsuyu turned her attention to what Shippo was pointing to and smiled. Shippo was right; Inuyasha would like that.
Tatsuyu looked down at her brother and nodded. "You're right Shippo. He would like that. Let's go get it!" Musing with his hair, she pulled him towards the store, Shippo laughing all the way there.
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"Oh man Inuyasha is going to be so psyched about his gift!" Shippo said happily as they walked out of the store.
Tatsuyu nodded her head and adjusted the bag. "Now all we have to do is find a gift for Sesshomaru and then we can go home. Now take my hand so you don't get lost."
"Aw come on Big Sis. I'm not that little."
"Yes you are."
Shippo reluctantly took her hand and sulked.
/ Draggie Poo. . ." /
Tatsuyu groaned and rolled her eyes. "Very funny Shippo. Now be good or I won't buy you any pocky like I was going to." Shippo's mood quickly lightened up as he told her to start looking for a gift for Sesshomaru. Tatsuyu giggled. Shippo would do anything for pocky. While looking for a store that seemed like a good place to buy a present, a certain Spaniard caught her attention and she waved him over. "Tony! Over here!"
Antonio looked up from a puppy he saw in the pet shop and smiled. "Hola, Tatsy! ¿Cómo usted es?"
"Eh?" Tatsuyu raised an eyebrow.
Antonio chuckled and said, "Gomannasai. How are you?"
Tatsuyu giggled and smiled. "Very well thank you, however, I'm having a bit of trouble trying to find a gift for Sesshomaru. Do you have any suggestions?"
Antonio crossed his arms over his chest and his eyebrows furrowed in concentration. "Hmmm. . . he was always muy duramente to shop for." Tatsuyu raised another eyebrow and he smiled, "Sorry again. I mean he's always very hard to shop for."
"Why not get him one of those!" Shippo shouted while pointing to a jewelry store.
Tatsuyu gave her brother a curious look. "What are you pointing at Shippo?" Not giving a response, Shippo took Antonio's hand and pulled them both towards the display case and pointed again. Tatsuyu smiled and hugged her brother. "Arigato Shippo! It's perfect!"
Shippo gasped. "Can't. . . breathe!" Antonio laughed so hard he fell to the ground holding his stomach.
*~*~*(You really wanna know what she got them? Well keep reading!)*~*~*
Tatsuyu smiled in satisfaction as they headed out the door. Holding his present close, she took Shippo's hand once again and the trio made their way to a small restaurant, which didn't look too crowded.
After having a nice lunch, they got up and started to walk out when Kikyo walked in, blocking the entrance. She sneered and crossed her arms. "Well look who it is. Watch out people, she'll steal your men." Antonio growled and Shippo hid behind his sister.
Tatsuyu only straightened her shoulders and lifted up her chin. "Well, unfortunately for you your name wasn't written on him." Antonio snickered and Kikyo narrowed her eyes. Tatsuyu just stared back at her, no emotions playing across her face.
Kikyo moved closer, her voice a threatening whisper, "Make no mistake when I say this. Sesshomaru will be mine, one way or another."
Tatsuyu glared back, her own voice a whisper, "He doesn't belong to you, and so he will never be yours." Kikyo growled, her eyes narrowing dangerously. Tatsuyu stood her ground and glared back.
Kikyo then whispered, "I know about you Tatsuyu. I know about your powers." Tatsuyu's eyes widened and Kikyo grinned. "Oh yes. I know. I know all about you being a freak. . ."
Tatsuyu did the last thing anyone ever thought she would. Dropping the bags on the ground, she pulled back her right arm and with all the strength she had, punched Kikyo square in the jaw. Kikyo yelped in pain and fell to the ground, her lip bleeding. She looked up and glared, but immediately recoiled at seeing the look on Tatsuyu's face.
Tatsuyu's face was flushed with anger and her mouth was curved into a snarl, showing two long fangs. The thing that made Kikyo recoil was Tatsuyu's eyes. Her normal warm, kind eyes were now cold and hard. Her honey colored eyes swirled with black and red colors. The air around her became cold and dreary. Tatsuyu's body tensed, as if ready to pounce.
Tatsuyu cracked her fingers, which now sported elongated nails. Everyone around her stepped back, Antonio grabbing Shippo and holding him close. She slowly walked towards Kikyo, grabbed the front of her shirt, and brought her up to her face. When she spoke, her words were coated with venom. "You should really watch what you say, bitch. One day it could get you hurt. . . or worse." She roughly let her go and stalked out.
Antonio shook himself out oh his shock, grabbed her things, and with Shippo still in his arms, took chase after her.
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Tatsuyu just walked, never really knowing where her feet were taking her. She just kept walking. Of course she knew someone was following her, and she had the urge to turn around and slash the hell out of them, but for some reason she couldn't. Tatsuyu knew it was someone she knew and cared for.
Yet a part of her brain was trying to figure out what happened, however, every time she tried nothing came to her mind. All she remembers is this tugging feeling in her body, as if something was trying to break free. Then when Kikyo called her a freak she just lost it. Something inside snapped and the next thing she knew she had Kikyo by the shirt. 'What happened to me?!'
Tatsuyu came to a door and knocked on it, not knowing if someone would answer and not knowing she was crying. The door open to produce Sesshomaru, who took one look at Tatsuyu and froze. "T-tats?! What's wrong?!"
Tatsuyu's voice stuttered through gasps. "S-Sesshomaru, I-I d-don't know w- what happened. I-I just. . ." She broke down in the middle of her sentence and rushed into Sesshomaru's arms. Sesshomaru held her close and cooed softly. Looking behind her he saw Antonio with a scared Shippo in his arms. Antonio stared back, shaking his head showing that he couldn't explain.
Giving Antonio a curt nod, Sesshomaru picked up Tatsuyu bridal style and carried her inside, leaving the door open for Antonio. Antonio closed the door behind him and watched Sesshomaru take Tatsuyu upstairs.
"What's wrong the Tats, Antonio?" said Shippo in a small voice.
Antonio set him down on the couch and knelt down so he could look into his face, "I'm not sure buddy, however I do know that your sister is going to be just fine. ¿Bueno?" Shippo looked at him carefully then nodded his head and smiled. Antonio smiled back and ruffled the younger boys hair, "Muy bien! Now why don't you show me what you got the silver haired boys!"
Shippo giggled and started rummaging through the bags.
"Uh. . . Antonio? What does 'Bueno' mean?"
Antonio laughed and wrapped an arm around Shippo's shoulders.
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Sesshomaru ran a hand through Tatsuyu's thick curls, making small shushing noises to calm her down. Tatsuyu laid with him, her fingers curled tightly on his shirt, and her face buried in his chest. Finally after she was able to calm down Sesshomaru tilted up her chin and smiled, "Feel better?"
She gave a small sniff and snuggled closer. "Not really. I mean, I almost hurt someone because I lost control of my emotions."
"You shouldn't beat yourself up about that. It happens, and you know as well as I do that Kikyo had it coming."
Tatsuyu giggled and looked up at him, "Yeah, I guess you're right, but that still doesn't explain why I couldn't remember attacking her."
Sesshomaru just sighed and wrapped his arms around her waist. "Let's just forget about Kikyo right now. Right now, let's just enjoy each other's company." He brought his lips close to hers and whispered, "What do you say to that?"
Not even answering, Tatsuyu closed the distance between them and captured his lips with hers, giving a happy sigh. Sesshomaru pulled her closer, his hands trailing up and down her back. They parted after when they needed that one thing we all call air, and both panted slightly.
"Does that answer your question, love?" whispered Tatsuyu, her voice low and seductive. Sesshomaru shivered and nuzzled the hollow of her neck. Tilting her head to give him more access, she felt a pair of velvet lips slowly trailing kisses up her neck. Tatsuyu gave a slight moan of pleasure and ran her hands through Sesshomaru's silver locks, twining the hair around her fingers. . .
The front door opened with a bang and Inuyasha's voice boomed through the house, "Oi, Sesshomaru! Where are you?!"
Sesshomaru gave a disappointed groan and lifted up his head. "Upstairs, Inuyasha. Go see if Antonio wants anything to drink!"
Both heard Inuyasha mumbling something idiotic and both chuckled. Quickly sitting up and fixing their clothing, they headed for the door, Sesshomaru's arm wrapped around her waist, the incident far away in their thoughts.
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(Christmas Eve)
Tatsuyu shook Shippo's shoulders, "Shippo, wake up. . . it's time to go." Shippo slowly opened sleepy eyes and yawned.
Shippo gave a small stretch and said, "Where we going?"
"To the cemetery shrimp, where we always go on Christmas Eve." Replied Tatsuyu who was now looking for some warm clothes for her little brother to wear. Every year since their mother had passed, they would go and take flowers to her grave on special occasions and holidays. Christmas was the most important, for it was their mother's favorite holiday so they make special flower arrangements just for her.
Shippo walked over to his sister and wrapped his arms around her waist. "Did you find a good florist this year?"
"Hai, and the arrangement is beautiful. Different colored roses and tulips; mother's favorites. Now go get dressed." Tatsuyu handed him his clothes and he took off for the bathroom. Tatsuyu walked downstairs and made sure the flowers were still nicely arranged; God how she missed her mother.
Shippo came down a few minutes later, pulling a blue sweater over his head. Tatsuyu smiled, and he smiled back. Quickly grabbing the flowers, she made sure they had their coats and both took off in her car towards the cemetery.
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"Sesshomaru. Earth to Sesshomaru! Stop daydreaming and help me wrapped these damn things!"
Sesshomaru shook his head to see his brother staring at him, his arms crossed and tapping his foot. Inuyasha then picked up a present and threw it in his direction. "Everyone is going to be here in a few hours and we need these wrapped!" said Inuyasha who sat back down and tried to wrap a box up.
Sesshomaru sighed, "You know, it's not my fault that you went shopping late in the year." He went to wrap the present when a couch pillow was flung at his head.
"Feh! Shut up!"
Sesshomaru chuckled and resumed to wrapping the present Inuyasha had given him.
A knock on the door interrupted their wrapping. Sesshomaru looked over at his brother who seemed too engrossed in getting a bow on his present. Giving a small sigh, Sesshomaru heaved himself out of the comfort of the couch and went to answer the door. When the door was open he was immediately pulled into a fierce hug.
"Hola Sessio! Merry Christmas buddy!" exclaimed Antonio in his usual energy. Sesshomaru tried to get out of the grip, but the Spaniard was just too strong. Antonio finally let go and slapped Sesshomaru's back. "So how have ya been?"
Sesshomaru straightened and smiled, "Good. You know, you're a little early."
Antonio shrugged and picked up a big bag, "Hey, if you're going to have a party then the least I can do is help set up a bit! I know you need the help!"
"We sure as hell do!" Shouted Inuyasha from inside. Antonio laughed and Sesshomaru let him inside the house.
Sesshomaru took the bag and said, "Maybe you could go help Inuyasha wrap gifts, he's not very good at that."
"Hey, I heard that you jackass!"
"Who you calling a jackass?!"
"You BAKA!"
Sesshomaru growled and Tony laughed. "Ah the rivalry between siblings! Never ceases to amaze me!"
Sesshomaru glared at his best friend, "Just go help him wrap presents will ya?"
Antonio gave a goofy salute and shouted, "AYE, AYE CAPTAIN POOPY PANTS!"
Sesshomaru sweatdropped and took the bag into the living room, a laughing Antonio only two steps behind.
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At around five o'clock, everyone else started to arrive. First it was Miroku and Sango, and Miroku was sporting a lovely red handprint on the side of his face. Kagome was next to arriving, carrying a bag and some Christmas cookies. Tatsuyu and Shippo were the last to arrive, and Sesshomaru greeted them with giant hugs and a kiss for Tatsuyu.
"Merry Christmas, love!"
Tatsuyu giggled and hugged him back, "Merry Christmas, koishii."
"Merry Christmas Sesshomaru!" Shouted Shippo who was clinging to Sesshomaru's leg and not letting go. Sesshomaru replied with a heartfelt 'Merry Christmas' and pried the little on off his leg.
Turning to Tatsuyu he said, "What kept you guys?"
Tatsuyu took off her jacket and placed it on a hook. "We had to stop off at the cemetery to visit my mother's grave. Afterwards we just went back home and made some gingerbread houses. We kind of lost track of time." She scratched her head and smiled sheepishly.
Sesshomaru just smiled and kissed her cheek. "I'm just glad you made it. Let's just go and have a good Christmas together with our friends." Tatsuyu smiled and hooked her arm under his free one, as he was still holding Shippo, and they made their way to the living room where Miroku and Antonio were singing goofed up versions of Christmas songs.
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The party went by nicely. Everyone was having a good time and it just went by fast. They played some kids games just for laughs, and Antonio and Inuyasha got into a war of extreme thumb war. (Oh come on, even high school people act like complete five year olds!) There were a few occasional slaps from Sango when Miroku tried to grope her, but other than that things went by smoothly. Now everyone was sitting in a circle on the living room floor to pass out presents.
"Alirghty then, let's see who gets the first present of the night." Said Antonio happily, who took the role as Santa. (Then he's a HOT Santa! ^_^) Taking a small gift from under the Christmas tree, he read the tag and said, "Well the lucky winner is Sango! From Miroku!"
Sango's face became a slight pink color as she took the present and opened it. Her mouth gaped open when she produced a small ring with a pink diamond. "Oh my lord, Miroku, where did you get this?!"
Miroku gave a proud smile and said, "I have my ways my dear Sango. No other diamond would have worked for you!" Sango smiled big and wrapped her arms around him, surprising him. When she pulled away she said thank you and gave him a kiss on his cheek.
Antonio clapped his hands and said, "Okay, now who gets the next one?" he looked at the tag. "To Kagome, from Inuyasha!" he handed the package to Kagome who opened the gift and smiled.
Inside the box was a gold bracelet that had her name engraved in the band. Looking inside the small box was a note and she picked it up. Her face turned bright red when she read it and looked at Inuyasha who was blushing as well. Kagome's face broke into a giant smile as she wrapped her arms around his neck and kissed his lips.
Everyone stared at the act and Sesshomaru chuckled. He knew the whole plan his brother had. When Kagome finally pulled away Sango shouted, "What was that for?!" Kagome showed her the note she read and Sango's eyes widened. She read aloud:
Kagome,
I hope this bracelet shows you how much I care about you, and I hope you have a wonderful Christmas. I only have one wish this year for Christmas. Kagome, I love you and would you do me the honor of being my girl? That's all I want for Christmas.
Love, Inuyasha.
(Sorry if that sounded really corny, I didn't know what to put. . . -_-)
"AWWWWWWW!!!!! Inuyasha that is so adorable!" Shouted Tatsuyu. Everyone else smiled and Kagome wrapped her arms around Inuyasha's waist. Inuyasha smiled and did the same, his face still red from blushing so much.
"It just seemed the easiest way to actually tell her."
"Well I'm glad you did Inuyasha!"
The rest of the gifts were passed out, Miroku getting some punk rock CD's, Shippo got some toys and Duel Monster cards, and Antonio got a lot of clothes just like he requested. (Mostly leather I'll have you know. ^_^)
When Inuyasha got his present from Tatsuyu his eyes bulged out of his head. "Whoa! This is awesome!"
Inuyasha pulled the sword out of its sheath and grinned in satisfaction. It's only been a few months since Inuyasha entered the sword competitions and he still needed a new one. Inuyasha looked at Tatsuyu and said, "I can't believe you got this!"
Tatsuyu giggled, "You have Shippo to thank for that. That sword was one of a kind. It even has a name; the Tetsusiaga I believe."
"Arigato you two!"
Antonio held up two presents. "Alright everyone, these are the last two presents and they are for Tatsuyu and Sesshomaru!" he smiled as he handed the lovebirds their gifts and everyone watched.
Tatsuyu slowly opened her gift from Sesshomaru and smiled. Contained inside a long, velvet box was a beautiful silver necklace with a dragon pendent curled lovingly around a diamond. Its wings were extended and connected to the necklace.
Sesshomaru's gift was also a necklace but with a sword with sapphires embedded in the hilt. Also, an emerald snaked was wrapped around it, a ruby for its eye.
Both looked at each other and smiled. No words were needed to express their happiness and gratitude. Instead they moved closer and kissed, ignoring the 'awes' from the people around them. The night went by fast and finally everyone went home, all agreeing that that was one of the best Christmas's they had ever had.
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The rundown bar was dark and dreary. Cigarette smoke hung in the air and the smell of beer and human contents was strong. Naraku slowly sipped at his drink while waiting for his client to appear. It took him a while to find him, for this man was always on the run. Naraku was able to find out that the man was now living in a rundown part of Kyoto so he packed up everything to meet him.
After he was finally able to persuade the man that he wasn't their to arrest him, he made an appointment with him to discuss a few things that could benefit them both.
Naraku looked up from his drink to see a tall man walking towards him. The man had seen better days. His hair was tussled and his clothes were dirty. The man sat down and stared intently at Naraku. "Alright, I'm here. Now what do you want?"
Naraku put down his drink and folded his hands. "I'm glad you could meet me here on such short notice. . ."
"Forget the manners. What do you want?" the man spat out, not in the mood for small talk.
Naraku shrugged and started again, "Well, I thought you would like to know how your son is doing. Don't you agree?"
The man smirked and leaned closer, "So how is Sesshomaru?"
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Oh I am so evil to my readers don't you think?!? ^_^ You SOOOOO know something is going to happen!!! But what is it? Who knows?! Only I do!! HAHAHAHA!!!!! Be prepared!!! DUN DUN DUN!!!
Well what do you think? Like it? Hate it? Sorry again it took so long for me to post this. I've been real busy. Anyway, chapter done, hope ya like, R&R please and thank you and stay tuned for another chapter to Take Flight my Dragon!
Ja ne!
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYBODY!!!! ^_^
P.S. Gomen to my readers who were looking for a lemon in this chapter. I didn't do it for two reasons; 1.) Because I'm still contemplating if I SHOULD; and 2.) Because I think it's a little too early to have one just yet. Well there ya go. Please don't be angwy! *Chibi eyes*