Hi again! Sorry for the wait...over a WEEK! PLEASE FORGIVE ME!!! *sobs* I'LL NEVER DO IT AGAIN! I SWEAR! Ahem. Never mind. Just read the blinkin' story.
Chapter 20: There's A Familiar Face
"So like I was saying," said Tobias through a spoonful of noodles (he had finally given in and started eating ramen), "if that guy had jewel shards, then why didn't you just kill him and take them? He seemed quite keen on killing us..."
"Feh. I would've a long time ago if it wasn't for Kagome. She likes him or something."
"Inuyasha! He's my friend. And I don't know what would happen if we tried to take his shards...it might kill him."
"So...he tries to kill Inuyasha and tries to kidnap you, and he's your friend? You have weird tastes in friends."
"That's nothing," Inuyasha cut in. "You should see her friends in her time. A bunch of giggling girls and this jerk named Hobo who's almost as bad as Koga."
Tobias looked shocked. "He tries to kill you?"
"His name is Hojo. And no, he just thinks he's my boyfriend. He's one of those handsome guys that all the girls throw themselves at, so he doesn't get it that I'm not interested." Kagome put away her bowl. "I'm done."
"Me too."
"Same here."
"Then, we should pack up for the night." Kagome started unrolling her sleeping bag. Tobias looked at her, incredulous.
"You go to sleep when the sun sets, and wake up when the sun rises. I am definitely not used to that. But, there's not much more to do, so..." He sat down and leaned up against a tree. "Good night, then." He closed his eyes.
They finished packing up, Kagome got changed, and everyone settled in. Tobias seemed to have fallen asleep almost immediately. Kagome got into her sleeping bag and Inuyasha assumed his regular position in a tree.
A few hours later, it was pitch black. Nobody was alert except for Inuyasha, who had lain in wait for darkness. Kagome groggily got up, and went to use the bathroom. This is it! Inuyasha thought excitedly. A few minutes later, she came back. Inuyasha leaped out of the tree, landing as softly as was demonically possible; and crept up behind Kagome silently. He grabbed her around the waist with one arm and around her collarbone with the other. Kagome shrieked in surprise, but Inuyasha only softly snickered.
"Inuyasha! Don't scare me like that! I-" Her voice failed her as she turned around and saw Inuyasha. There was a predatory gleam in his eyes, as well as lust. Kagome was a little apprehensive.
"I pounced you," he whispered. He began to caress her stomach lightly. He moved his head over her shoulder, and gave her a kiss on the cheek.
"In-Inuyasha?" Kagome whispered. She had not expected this...but now that she thought about it, she rather liked it. She took a tiny step back and pressed her back into his chest. Inuyasha gave a low, rumbling purr. His hand slipped among the folds of fabric that she was wearing to rest on the bare flesh of her stomach.
Kagome eeped in surprise at this unexpected touch, but that soon turned into a soft sigh as she delighted in his simple caresses. She brought one of her hands over her shoulder to tickle his sensitive ears. He purred again. He really did love having his ears rubbed, especially by Kagome.
She broke away from him suddenly. Inuyasha started to growl, but was cut off by Kagome's lips on his. Her arms flew around his back and she pressed her body against his. She gets bolder every time...gods, I love her.
Damned insomnia. Tobias twitched restlessly against his tree. I can never get any – hello... One eye flickered open to see Kagome and Inuyasha's *ahem* late-night activities. Those two...at it again...maybe I was wrong. Maybe he isn't...well, if I stay here, eventually they'll notice that I'm not asleep. But if I leave, they'll notice that too.
Idiot, a second voice chimed in. Do you really think they'll give you the slightest bit of their attention? You could run past them naked and they wouldn't even see you.
Point. Tobias slowly got up, tiptoed a safe distance; then he sped off.
As Tobias had predicted, neither of them noticed or cared. Inuyasha was laying on top of Kagome again. Inuyasha sucked on her tongue greedily, before slipping his into her sweet mouth. Kagome smiled against his lips. A new idea had just occurred to her, and based on his past responses, she was sure he would like it. She pulled her tongue from his mouth; ignoring his whine of protest. Before he knew what was happening, she flipped him over so that she was on top. Inuyasha's eyes widened with shock. What was she doing? As long as it did not involve leaving this rather...comfy position, he had no problems with it.
She made her way up to where his ears were, gently vibrating with pleasure. Kagome caught one between her fingers and stroked it gently. Inuyasha purred, but this turned into a moan when she blew a hot breath into his ear before her tongue gently ran over the edge.
His grip tightened by pure reflex, and his eyes closed in pleasure. He had to hand it to Kagome...she was certainly inventive. As Kagome kissed and licked his fuzzy ears, it was all he could do not to just pin her down and...well, you know. His animal instincts were rising, but his human side was just telling them to shut up and enjoy this. Unfortunately (or more accurately, fortunately) for Inuyasha, Kagome had yet another idea.
I wonder... Kagome, while still nibbling at his ear, glided her hand slowly down his torso. She smoothed her hand over his stomach. Do dog demons like this as much as dogs do? Evidently, yes; as Inuyasha shuddered and began purring again. He he he. Inuyasha is purring like a puppy. It was all too much for Inuyasha. He abruptly broke her hold on him and flipped her again, so that he was once again on top.
"That's a nice trick, Kagome," he growled in a very deep and sexy voice, "but I have my share, too." While Kagome shivered at his arousing words, his hand crept down her stomach and paused at her waist. He flicked the edge of her pajama bottoms, before starting to edge one of his fingers inside...
"Inuyasha!" gasped Kagome. "Inuyasha...don't...not yet...I'm..." She struggled for words as Inuyasha's face fell. "I'm not ready yet...and if we keep doing this, I..."
"I understand." Inuyasha kissed her again. "But all the same..." He took a deep breath, inhaling her flowery scent. It soothed him. "Did you notice we made it all this way without Tobias interrupting us?"
She giggled. "That's a definite first." Kagome wrapped herself around him and snuggled up. "Good night, Inuyasha."
"Good night, love." Inuyasha kissed her one last time before they both settled into sleep.
Elsewhere...
The General paced up and down his room. He had the perfect plan, now all that was needed was for Naraku to implement it. But how would he present it to Naraku? In all his vanity, Naraku would likely reject any plan that was not his. His train of thought derailed as Naraku walked quietly into his room.
"Still awake, at this time of night? Do you not need sleep?"
"Insomnia, my liege. I can never get any sleep. I have learned to cope with it." He turned to face Naraku. "I have...a plan, my liege. One to destroy Tobias and possibly that dog demon as well."
"You seem more focused on eliminating the boy than finding the shards of the jewel," Naraku hissed. "One would think you had...personal issues with him."
"Nay, my liege. I merely suggest that eliminating him would be the first step towards victory. The less warriors advancing on our position, the better." Evidently, Naraku had been hoping to get a rise out of him, but the General was as impassive as ever.
"Very well." Naraku sat down in the only chair. "What is this plan?"
"A matter of simple biology, my liege. I daresay that sending wave after wave of demons to assault Tobias and his companions is futile, given their considerable combined strength. We have seen the results of that repeatedly." The General paused to let his words sink in. "But if my plan succeeds, not only would every demon for a hundred miles be going for the girl, but Inuyasha will as well. Tobias will have to defend her against everything, and will likely be destroyed in the process."
Naraku's face contorted with rage. "Are you deaf or just insane?!" he howled. "I cannot have Kagome die! She is the only one who can reform the shards of the jewel!!"
"Please, relax, my liege. Perhaps I have explained improperly. It would work in such a way that..." The General outlined the details of his plan to Naraku. At the end, Naraku's eyes were wide. He was clearly impressed.
"Brilliant," he breathed. "I never...how did...how did you think of such a plan?"
"I must think of a plan, my liege. That is why I am your general."
"Excellent. When shall it take place?"
"Unfortunately, my liege, there are two things holding it back. One is that I lack the ability to bring this plan to fruition, and as such, I require a spellcaster who can perform such a feat."
"That is not difficult," said Naraku. "I am sure that one could be found or otherwise coerced."
"The other is a matter of unfortunate timing. Given the girl's responses, I would say the plan will not go into action until slightly less than a month has passed."
"A MONTH??!!" screamed Naraku. "They could defeat every demon in the country by then! How are we to-"
"I beg of you, my liege, be silent," said the General. "It would be a simple matter to delay their progress by a month. You already possess shards of the jewel...as long as they cannot locate you, they will be unable to reform it for as long as you desire."
"Very well." Naraku seemed to regain his composure. "A month it is. But when it comes into effect..." He chuckled. "Carry on, then."
"Indeed." Naraku swept out of the room.
The next morning, Inuyasha woke up to the delicious feel of warmth around him. He blinked twice, trying to clear the sleep from his head and remember, then it all came flooding back to him. Kagome. Hmm...I could get used to waking up like this... She mumbled something in her sleep and hugged him tighter to her. He moved his head down and nuzzled into her neck, planting kisses where her neck and shoulder joined. Kagome mumbled again and moaned a little at the feel of Inuyasha's mouth on her bare skin. Her breathing changed from a deep slumber to a slow pant. Her eyes opened.
"Good morning, love," whispered Inuyasha. She smiled and kissed him.
"Good morning, Inuyasha. I love you."
"I love you too." She disentangled herself from him and sat up a little. "Where's Tobias?"
"Yeah...where is he?" Inuyasha got to his feet. His scent was scattered to the winds; he had been gone since last night. Inuyasha's ears pricked up at the sound of metal on metal. "He's in another fight. Let's go," he muttered. He picked up Kagome and dashed off. When he arrived, Tobias was in furious battle with another sword-wielder. They were moving too fast for even Inuyasha to see who the opponent was. An almighty crash of sword to sword, the two flew apart and landed nimbly on their feet. Kagome was looking at Tobias, but Inuyasha only had eyes for his opponent.
It was Tybalt.
Ah-HA! What the hell is HE doing there? How did he get there? Who sent him? These questions and more answered in...okay, I lie. They aren't answered until near the end. Tough nuggets. Sorry about the short chapter and again about the huge wait, my life has just been royally screwed up and it doesn't show any signs of settling down anytime soon. [Edit: This was written before the police arrived.] REVIEW!
Oh yeah, one last thing. My friend Jamie wrote a poem and posted it to FictionPress.com. As of now, he hasn't gotten any reviews. This is a bad thing. It's called "The soothing of a Savage Soul" under Poetry and Life, Fantasy/Supernatural and rated PG. You'll never understand it in a million years, but it's an inspirational and great poem. (He told me to say that.) Review it, and take it seriously please.