Authors note: I don't Inu-Yasha or any of the characters.
Ok hey people. I was nice. I was planning on updating the other chapter in two days to make you guys wait but...Heh I like you guys! And I decided to reply to some of your reviews because some people have questions.
Rurouni Kaoru Kenshin's Love
2004-09-01
15
Signed
How is she gonna leave Inu's older brother?
Reply: I understand some people are thinking this, but I don't want to lead you on to anything. Kagome wont leave him but something IS going to come up and I hope the story WILL have a happy ending. That's one of the secrets though...and if my friends' spill on the review they wont see tommorow. Oh and the chapter name comes from two of my fav songs!
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Chapter 17: Moonlight Shadow meets Mr. Lonely
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Kagome's tears had dried and now she was tapping her foot impatiently near the front door holding a tux on a hangar.
"Where the hell is that brother of yours?"
Sesshomaru gave a small grin. He raised he eyebrows. It was so like his little brother to be late for everything. The party was in four hours but Sesshomaru knew how much it meant to Kagome. He put a hand on her shoulder.
"Don't worry Kagome. Inu-Yasha isn't worth worrying over. He comes he comes, he doesn't he doesn't"
Kagome turned around and gave a tiny frown.
"Don't be THAT mean. He is still your little brother."
"Yes dear."
Sango and Miroku were around the corner watching with wide eyes. Someone was ordering around SESSHOMARU? And it was a human woman? This was too much. And Sesshomaru was listening. They finally concluded Kagome was special. Sesshomaru sniffed the air.
"Spying is not very becoming of you Miroku. You neither Sango."
Kagome gave him a confused look but looked behind her and chuckled as the two stepped from behind the corner. Both blushing. Kagome was still surprised at the great Lords senses. She looked up and gently pulled Sesshomaru down by pulling with a finger at his collar. She leaned up and kissed him, a gift Sesshomaru freely accepted. Inu-Yasha burst through the doors, just in time to see them kissing. His heart dropped. Kagome pulled away and ran over to Inu-Yasha.
"Here's you tuxedo. Where the hell were you? I seriously thought you were going to miss it!"
"Kagome? The party in three and a half hours!"
"So?"
Inu-Yasha turned away from Kagome and went up to his brother. He hadn't really said anything to his brother for a long while.
"Hello Sesshomaru."
Sesshomaru gave a cheesy small smile.
"Hello, little brother."
Then they had a stare down. Kagome noticed and ran over and stepped in-between the boys.
"Now stop this! Be nice! You haven't seen each other for a month."
Finally everyone decided it was time to get ready. Inu-Yasha, Sango, and Kagome all headed off into their rooms. Same with Sesshomaru and Miroku but they went in different directions. Inu-Yasha, Kagome, and Sango had decided to walk to their rooms together.
"This going to be so much fun!"
Inu-Yasha scoffed. They went into their rooms. Kagome went into the wardrobe and took out a dress on a hangar. It was beautiful. She put it on. It was white and was a halter with a plunging neckline. It fit tight right up to her hips where the rest of the dress flowed to the floor. She let her hair lay at her shoulders. She also wore white gloves that stopped at her elbow. She looked in the mirror and did her makeup and finished the look by putting on her best smile. She practiced. It sounded stupid but a good smile was something really needed. She looked even better then she did in the morning. If she kept this up there would be no beauty left for her wedding day. She chuckled at the thought. Her concentration snapped as she heard a knock on her door.
"Kagome, its me Sango! I'm ready to see your dress!"
Kagome bounded to the door. She opened it and saw Sango in the dress Kagome had gotten for her. It was beautiful. It was open shoulders and was black. The rest of the dress loosely hung on her like a nightgown. At her thigh there was an open cut going down to her feet. She looked almost as pretty as Kagome. But Kagome was still winning. Sango gaped at Kagome. She was so pretty! She looked even nicer then that morning. She suddenly felt kind of bad for Inu-Yasha considering he'd have to keep himself a distance from Kagome.
"You look nice!"
Inu-Yasha finally came out in his Tuxedo looking like a playboy. Kagome smiled at him. The smile completed the look. Inu-Yasha looked Kagome up and down. She looked beautiful, really beautiful. He looked away. He'd be staring all day if he kept that up. Kagome giggled when she noticed Inu-Yasha's nervousness. Suddenly she saw Sesshomaru coming down the hall with charm in his own Tuxedo. The black dress pants and blazer looked nice with his silver hair. The gray vest and white dress shirt inside set off his golden eyes. He looked like a worthy competitor for Kagome. Inu-Yasha gave him a sarcastic look but Sesshomaru ignored him and went over to Kagome. His voice was calm, kind of cold. The way he used to sound before he met Kagome. He was being serious. He was doing it because he couldn't let his friends see the Lord in a weakened state.
"You look exquisite."
"You too my Lord"
Sesshomaru raised an eyebrow at Kagome. She was actually being serious when she said that. It seemed she sensed his uneasiness and understood what was expected of her. It was like she changed her personality on a dime. That was his Kagome. A great actress if they're ever was one. He turned to the other two.
"You guys might as well go ahead. Kagome and I will be making our entrance later."
Inu-Yasha rolled his eyes. Of course, Sesshomaru had to make his graceful "Entrance" as usual. But it didn't seem like a thing Kagome would do. But she conformed quickly. Sango nodded and bowed before dragging Inu-Yasha down the hall. They went down the great hall's steps where there was a frenzy of people talking, dancing, and whatever else there was to do. Like snacking. Sango and Inu-Yasha finally found Miroku flirting with some girls near the punch bowl. Sango heard the girls giggle at one of Miroku's stupid lines. She had had enough.
"Miroku get over here and dance with me."
Both Inu-Yasha and Miroku looked at her with interest. This had never happened before but Miroku happily took the chance and whisked Sango away onto the dance floor leaving Inu-Yasha to gap all alone. All of a sudden the music stopped. Everyone on the grand staircase had moved to the sides. Inu-Yasha muttered something about entrance as he looked up. As did everyone else.
"Now presenting to you. The Lord of the Western Lands and his woman, Lady Kagome Higurashi."
When they reached the stairs Sesshomaru held out his hand as Kagome gracefully put hers in his. They walked down the stairs and everyone was either staring or clapping and cheering. Most of the guys were staring. Considering the state Kagome was in all the men and boys in the room couldn't take their eyes off of her. Kagome looked like a swan as she elegantly made her way down the stairs with Sesshomaru.
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Kagome scanned the room as she headed down the stairs. She was searching for someone. All eyes were on her. Her eyes finally found what they were looking for, Inu-Yasha. She smiled making the guys go crazy. She waited until Inu-Yasha looked up at her to wink at him. Sesshomaru finally lead her near the corner where he started a conversation with a wealthy looking man. She watched as most of the guys tried to get a glimpse of her. She pouted a bit. She was board. She noticed Inu-Yasha was nearby with a bunch of girls around him. She figured that that conversation would be a lot more interesting then how the economy of Tokyo was doing.
"Once again the little brother Inu-Yasha is dateless. I wonder why? Probably because he can't dance."
There were a bunch of giggles and squeals coming from the other girls surrounding. Inu-Yasha just stood there cringing, fighting the urge to beat one of them up. Kagome listened to the song. Four Seasons. Just the song she was looking forward to. It was the song before "Moonlight Shadow", a song that she had something planned for. Taking the chance Kagome decided to put her plan into action. She turned to Sesshomaru and gently nudged his arm.
"I'm so very sorry for interrupting you my Lord, but I was wondering if we could dance? If you wish Lord Sesshomaru."
Sesshomaru looked at her and grinned. She was trying too hard.
"Go and dance with my brother. I promise I shall dance with you later on. And if he refuses tell him I told you to."
Kagome smiled and nodded, Just the answer she was looking for. She went over and pushed the other girls out of her way and went over to Inu-Yasha. Some of the girls gave her looks but said nothing. Inu-Yasha gave Kagome a look that said 'why are you here?' But Kagome paid no mind. Kagome held out her hand.
"Lord Sesshomaru wishes you to dance with me."
Inu-Yasha was going to burst. He was so happy. He'd be able to dance with someone! And that someone wasn't just anybody no, it was Kagome. And it was Sesshomaru's wish that he dance with her. He couldn't say no now. He mumbled a 'whatever' and the other girls laughed and scoffed.
"You want to dance with him? No one dances with him. He's just a dope. You should only dance with Sesshomaru. You don't know how lucky you are to be with him you know."
All the other girls nodded. Kagome turned to the girl who was speaking.
"I don't think anyone asked for your impute and I think it'd be best if you kept your comments to yourself. Now if you'll excuse me I have a dance to go to. And I wish you wouldn't refer Inu-Yasha as "him" he has a nice name so say it. Come Inu-Yasha."
Inu-Yasha laughed. Kagome could be snobby and a lady at the same time. Great. Kagome lead him onto the floor and the song "Moonlight Shadow" came on. Kagome's personal favorite. It had a quick beat and was more of a club song. As the begging music started Kagome and Inu-Yasha took waltzing position. Kagome had her hand on Inu-Yasha shoulder. Kagome's other hand pre-occupied with Inu-Yasha's hand. Inu-Yasha on the other hand had his other hand was placed on Kagome's hip. Just as the song was about to begin Kagome went close to Inu-Yasha and whispered into his ear.
"Ready to show them what you got?"
Inu-Yasha smiled and whispered back.
"Ready as I'll ever be!"
Finally the singing started and the two took off, pulling off some of the hardest moves in dancing history. Soon the crowd moved off to the sides leaving the two to dance in the middle. There were many complicated dips swirls and spins. It look like it had all been planned yet had a spontaneous feel to it.
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Meanwhile even Sesshomaru and his friend had stopped talking to watch the two dancing. The man nudged Sesshomaru.
"Wow, that's some girl you have there! She can dance, she is obedient, she is polite, a lady, and she is beautiful. The only thing wrong with her is she's a human."
The last comment upset Sesshomaru.
"There is nothing wrong with her, and being a human is no exception. She can beat a full demon woman any day."
As the music slowed to the ending Sesshomaru made his was to Kagome.
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As the music finished Inu-Yasha dipped Kagome and smiled at her. Kagome let out a sigh and started to talk to Inu-Yasha.
"Perfect!"
"I never knew you could dance so good! I was so surprised you kept up with me. And now you know, I really am a good dancer. Those girls are full of it!"
Kagome smiled back.
"I knew you were good all along."
Inu-Yasha finally finished and with poise swung Kagome up. The crowd went wild clapping and cheering. Kagome managed to give Inu-Yasha an affectionate smile before she was taken over by many men. Inu-Yasha was also taken away, but by girls. They were all asking for a dance, Inu-Yasha stylishly declined. He had made his point. Kagome too was declining as hands were thrown her way. There were only two people she wanted to dance with now. But Inu-Yasha was somewhere being bombarded with the same amount of girls asking for a dance. And she didn't now where Sesshomaru was. Suddenly she heard some growling and all the men ran away. Kagome giggled. It was none other then Sesshomaru. He smiled tenderly at Kagome.
"I had no idea you could dance!"
"You never asked."
It finally hit him that he didn't know a lot about her. Heck, she knew nothing about him. At least that's what he thought. But no matter, they could catch up this month.
"May I have this dance?"
Kagome smiled and freely accepted. Sesshomaru had decided to test her while they were dancing but he couldn't trick her. What ever he led she obediently followed. They did all the ballroom dances. When they stopped dancing the two were breathless. Kagome and Sesshomaru went outside to say good-bye to each of the guests. Sesshomaru and Kagome got words like. "You can dance so gracefully!, Congratulations!" and of course the "You got yourself some girl there Sesshomaru, never let her go." Finally she was tiered. She was about to retire but Sesshomaru held her back. He pulled her into a passionate kiss and when they finished he calmly spoke to her.
"I don't want you to sleep in your room anymore. It's too dangerous. Naraku knows where you sleep and I'm too far to come and protect you at the fastest pace possible."
Kagome stared into his eyes. What was he getting to?
"I want you to sleep with me."
Kagome's eyes grew wide. SLEEP with SESSHOMARU!? Who knew what could happen! Sesshomaru saw her surprised look and reassured her.
"Don't worry. Nothing like that will be going on. You'll just sleep in the same bed that's all. Just harmless sleeping will be going on. I'd never dream of rushing your decision"
Kagome laughed. He was right. He was her fiancé. She should be able to sleep with him. Sleeping was innocent...right? Anyways he knew how much that meant to her and he'd never rush her into anything. And plus she would feel safer. It took her forever to fall asleep ever since she was attacked in her room and Inu-Yasha didn't come. Though she liked being saved by Inu-Yasha, being by Sesshomaru's side wouldn't hurt. She nodded and the two headed into the Castle.
"I'm going to get some stuff. K?"
Sesshomaru nodded and followed her to her room.
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Meanwhile Inu-Yasha, Miroku, and Sango were both surprised. They had been spying in a nearby bush. When they herd Sesshomaru ask Kagome to sleep with them they all nearly fainted. When they were sure the two were inside they started to scream. Inu-Yasha could only let out a what and then Sango and Miroku started to converse.
"Is...is she going to sleep with Sesshomaru or sleep with Sesshomaru?"
"I wish I had that guys courage."
"Quite being stupid Miroku."
Inu-Yasha was speechless. For some reason he was feeling a bit possessive of Kagome lately and this topped the cake. His blood was boiling.
"Shut up you two. Kagome would never sleep with him."
Sango and Miroku turned around with questionable looks.
"Why not?"
They both said it at the same time. He was her fiancé, and they were getting married in a month so they were practically married already. Inu-Yasha blushed. He wasn't supposed to care.
"Just...because! Kagome's a decent girl and she wouldn't do anything till she was married."
"And you know this how?"
"Just get off my case!"
Miroku and Sango giggled as they watched they watched Inu-Yasha run into the castle. It was so obvious he loved Kagome. There was no doubt about it. Miroku stopped and decided to take the chance to talk to Sango alone.
"You are a great dancer!"
Sango blushed. She really did like Miroku a bit. She had to admit sometimes she got pretty jealous when he was hitting on other girls. And she had to admit...she kind of didn't mind anymore when he touched her butt.
"You are too!"
"I want you to sleep with me!"
SMACK, SLAP, HIT!
"What? Its so I can protect you."
Sango ran off to the castle. Touching her butt was one thing asking her to sleep with him was something totally different. Miroku sighed.
"How come Sesshomaru can pull it off and I can't? Maybe it's the girl...."
But Miroku wouldn't dare try Kagome considering the last little problem and also the fact that Sesshomaru was home helped Miroku's decision to stay away from Kagome.
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Meanwhile, Kagome was in her room getting ready. She was taking a bath and Sesshomaru was on her bed waiting patiently. Kagome finally came out she came out in her nightgown. She put on her slippers and looked at Sesshomaru intently.
"Ok let's go!"
Sesshomaru smiled and led her out into the hall. He put an arm around her waist and Kagome leaned on him. She was really tiered. She turned the corner and saw Inu-Yasha come fuming down the hall. Sesshomaru acted like it was nothing.
"What's wrong little brother?"
Inu-Yasha couldn't say anything. Kagome gave him a worried look. Kagome was now wide-awake. She ran over to Inu-Yasha.
"Did you get in a fight again?"
Sesshomaru was surprised she left his side. And what did she say about a fight? Oh well, he could ask her later. Right now he wanted to sleep. Even demons' need their sleep and Sesshomaru was no exception. Inu-Yasha didn't want to embarrass Kagome by asking her where she was going. He knew. How he wanted to take Kagome by his side and keep her in the room beside his. Sesshomaru just yawned.
"Come Kagome. Let's go now."
Kagome reluctantly left Inu-Yasha and followed Sesshomaru obediently. She turned back and frowned at Inu-Yasha. She still wasn't totally sure about the sleeping thing. But she had no choice. At least she felt like she didn't have one. She caught up to Sesshomaru and leaned on him and once again his arm made its way around her waist and pulled her closer. Inu-Yasha cringed. He wished that the man by Kagome were him. He just went into his room and screamed out his frustration, also punching his pillow. He should have never met her in the first place. No, he was glad he met her. She was the only one nice to him. The only one who helped him out. He was very glad he met her. He finally fell asleep.
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Kagome and Sesshomaru finally got to Sesshomaru's room. Kagome got into bed as Sesshomaru went to change and get ready in the bathroom. Kagome opened an eye as Sesshomaru opened the bathroom door. She turned around and looked at him. He was wearing a pair of boxers. Kagome's eyes were fixed on his perfectly carved abs. Sesshomaru got into bed and leaned over and kissed her.
"Good night."
Kagome managed a "goodnight" before nodding off.
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Authors note: It took all day 3:00pm-9:00pm but I loved writing this chapter. I knew what exactly was going to happen so it turned out all right. It's VERY long though...and I get mixed Emotions when I reread it. It's funny, sad, and happy all at once. I liked it and I hope you do too! And if you want to hear the song "Moonlight Shadow" some of you may know its from Dance Dance Revolution, don't know what it is? Don't matter. It's the 5th mix. It's a really good song.
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