Chapter 7: by BelleDayNight

It was nice to see the two brothers cooperating; however, this was a bit much for Kagome. Currently, she was situated into sitting between them. Sesshoumaru now sat on her right, next to the window, while Inuyasha sat on her left in the aisle seat.

The stewardess had just announced that they would be landing in half an hour, so there would be no more movies to occupy the passengers. Sesshoumaru stared idly out his window. Inuyasha was complaining to no one in particular as he shuffled through Kagome's c.d. case; trying to find something for his Discman.

"Say Kagome, don't you have anything good?" Inuyasha gave his girlfriend a hard stare after finding nothing satisfactory within her music collection.

Angrily snatching the discs from him, Kagome returned the glare. "If you don't want to listen to my music then find something else to occupy yourself."

Crossing his arms in aggravation, "Fine." He turned his attention to the aisle looking for that threesome that had caused the commotion hours before. He had recognized the red haired man as the fellow sword carrier from the airport. He spotted the red head and presumably his girl friend sleeping peacefully against one another.

Inuyasha cast Kagome a sideways glance. If only he didn't act like such an a$$ all the time, they could probably be enjoying a nap such as them.

"Kagome," a confident, powerful voice spoke from near the window. "Would you like to tell me more about this show we are getting involved with?" Sesshoumaru inquired, having lost interest with the passing clouds and ever expanding ocean; with it's myriad of blue hues.

Inuyasha bit his bottom lip in annoyance. Of course his brother had to engage his woman in conversation, right as he was about to ask if he could lean against her shoulder. If he didn't know any better, he'd think that Sesshoumaru had read his intentions and purposely gained Kagome's attention.

"Sure Sesshoumaru, when we get there we'll only be allowed to bring the clothes we carry on our backs and our one luxury item. Most people choose a toothbrush or a razor." Kagome blushed at this but decided to continue. "Then we take a boat and swim to the island where we are divided up into two tribes."

Sesshoumaru held up a hand to silence her explanation, an amused smirk upon his face. Inuyasha watched him suspiciously, but didn't interrupt. "So you didn't bring a razor?"

Looking at her lap, Kagome began to ring her hands nervously. "Um, no, I actually started using a lotion that won't allow hair to grow for six weeks."

If possible, Sesshoumaru's amused smirk morphed into a grin. "Really? And exactly where all did you apply this lotion?"

Kagome's eyes grew the size of saucers. Was he trying to insinuate something? However, she was spared from answering as Inuyasha jumped to the defense.

"Not that it's any of your business brother, but I'm sure she used it so that she could wear her swimsuit on television four weeks from now without worrying about being embarrassed." Inuyasha replied, deciding to take the opportunity to clutch one of Kagome's hands that was tightly gripping her other hand. He held her hand and entwined his fingers with hers and stuck out his tongue at his brother.

"I am appalled at your childish antics, Inuyasha. And I was simply curious about the game show. I can not help it if certain comments elicit other curious questions." Sesshoumaru replied coolly, feeling oddly bitter that Inuyasha was able to so easily hold Kagome's hand; but it wasn't that he cared really.

Sensing all the tension Kagome smiled uneasily at the brothers on either side of her while gently using her free hand to rest on Sesshoumaru's tense arm. However, that only resulted in Inuyasha tightening his grip on her hand. "Calm down guys. So Sesshoumaru what luxury item did you bring?" Kagome turned to her boyfriend's older brother.

Smirking evilly, Sesshoumaru contemplated saying he brought a toothbrush or a box of condoms. Deciding the latter would result in a much more entertaining outburst from his brother the choice was made. "I decided upon a box of condoms. Tropical islands tend to make me horny."

The slack jawed responses from the two almost caused the cold, calculating New York millionaire to laugh, almost. Slowly the hand that Kagome has so easily laid upon his arm slid off into her lap. Inuyasha cleared his throat uncomfortably.

Regaining her dignity after hearing such an unexpected reply Kagome decided to ease the obvious tension. "I guess that means I'll have to share my toothbrush with both of you then. I wouldn't want to talk with two stinky breathed brothers."

Shaking his head at the woman's response Sesshoumaru turned his attention back at the window. Suddenly he was regretting the fact that he had indeed brought the toothbrush instead of the condoms. Perhaps the little island experience could have been a little more enjoyable after all.

Inuyasha didn't take the two comments so well. Possessively, he secured his arm around Kagome's shoulder and drew her close to him. "I don't want to share your toothbrush with him," he whined in her ear.

Giggling at his childish remark Kagome turned to whisper back, "But I don't want to talk to stinky breath people."

Over hearing the banter between the two, Sesshoumaru decided to interrupt again. "Kagome, I don't suppose that means you're brining toothpaste as well, does it?"

"Of course it does, for something like a toothbrush you can bring paste as well." Kagome answered matter of factly. She had scoured the rulebook quite diligently but finding no affirmation for her assumption she had called the show's host Onigumo Naraku. He assured her that she could bring both.

Flicking his tongue against his front teeth Sesshoumaru looked at her with mock concern. "Maybe I should have brought the ribbed kind, for her pleasure. Variety is always favored in such situations. Don't you agree Kagome my dear?"

Whether or not she knew he was teasing was beyond him, but the rising red in her cheeks seemed to indicate she took all his bull to heart. A final look at Inuyasha, who's eyes were narrowed in rage confirmed Sesshoumaru's suspicions. Feeling satisfied; he returned his attention to the window.

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Enishi glared at the woman standing beside him. The plane had just landed and he still couldn't find Kaoru. However, the woman who had sat beside him for the duration of the flight wouldn't leave him alone.

She was determined to discovery every single bodily ailment he might possibly possess. Various aromatic potions were shoved under his nose that could possibly have helped him feel better; that is, if he were sick. As it was, he suffered no ailment other than the bane before him. The woman was attractive, but her persistence made his level of annoyance grow. She was like some sort of fox and he was her prey.

"I don't suppose you are on the show as well." Enishi finally asked, hoping to hear a negative response.

"Actually I am! However, I wouldn't do it unless my luxury item involved being allowed to bring my medical tools. Now, let's talk about stress. There must be some reason that all your hair is white at such a young age!" The woman with long dark hair, and white alabaster skin declared.

The small blue glasses slipped further down his nose as he stared down at the impossible woman. "Megumi, I appreciate your concern, but I must attend to other business now. If you will excuse me." Enishi walked calmly away from the fox-like woman in search of Kaoru. Alas, he spotted her at a distance. She was currently storming away from two men that both had long silvery hair.

However, there was no mistaking that frame and that luscious hair. He could recognize that confident and seductive walk anywhere.

Following at a safe distance, Enishi watched as she continuing towards the dock. Their ship had yet to arrive as they were awaiting the second plane of contestants to arrive before their final departure towards the island.

Moving closer towards the woman, Enishi was surprised. If he didn't know any better, he would think that she was a tiny bit shorter than he last remembered. Perhaps she was wearing heals or something earlier.

She was so lost in thought she had yet to acknowledge him. That was odd, normally she easily recognized his approaching aura. Must have been hoping he'd reach her. He smirked arrogantly at the idea as he reached out his hand to grasp her upper arm.

She whirled around to face him and that's when he realized it was not Kaoru before him, but some other beautiful young lady. Sputtering at the sight, "I apologize miss, I thought you were someone else." Enishi looked at the woman in wonder.

Kagome glanced down at her arm that was still in the strange man's grasp. "Don't worry about it, my name is Kagome."

Following her gaze to her arm Enishi quickly released it from his hand and smiled charmingly at her. "My name is Enishi. Are you participating on the Survivor show?"

"Yes, as are my boyfriend and his brother who are standing at the other end of the dock looking at us," Kagome answered, trying to appear calm in the presence of the mysterious man.

Enishi glanced towards the direction the woman had indicated and noticed two men who were watching him with different yet identical expressions. While one held a look of contempt visibly apparent the other held a stoic expression of indifference but both had golden eyes that blazed with disdain.

"Hey Kagome!" Another voice gained the attention of the four. Kouga could be seen running towards them with a red haired female following close behind.

"Go away you wimpy wolf," Inuyasha snarled at the newly arrived individual.

"Hey, Kagome, could I talk to you for a moment, it is important." Kouga ignored all the others in the area, his attention focused solely upon Kagome. She smiled apologetically at Enishi and walked past Inuyasha and Sesshoumaru while placing a calming hand on each of their shoulders.

"Certainly Kouga, let's go for a walk. I believe we still have plenty of time before the other plane arrives." Kagome pointedly ignored the red haired woman giving her death glares.

After she left for her walk with Kouga, Inuyasha approached the foreign interloper, and Sesshoumaru walked away looking indifferent to the situation. "I don't know who you are, but stay away from Kagome." Inuyasha informed the man while flexing his hands threateningly.

"It's a small island, I don't think that will be possible." Enishi replied before brushing past the golden eyed man who was left to fume at his retreating figure.

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Kenshin leaned back against Kaoru. Her fingers absently running through his long fiery mane. He loved the feel of her fingers against his scalp. It was so soothing and relaxing. Basically, he loved everything about her.

"Still can't find it?" Kaoru asked as she continued her ministrations.

Shaking his head, Aoshi continued his search through his personal belongings. "I don't know where it could be."

"Perhaps you left it at home." Kenshin suggested, not bothering to open his lavender eyes. Kaoru's touch was too soothing for him to do such a thing.

"No, it was my luxury item. I would not have left it behind so carelessly." Aoshi replied in clip tones, his cobalt blue eyes lit with an unfamiliar fire. "I wouldn't doubt it if SHE took it."

Kenshin sighed at the assumption. He had always thought Misao was a little silly but never had he thought she could be insane! After the incident in the lavoratory he and Kaoru had become better acquainted with Aoshi. How can one become closer acquainted, than being crammed into such a small space? One had to be hard pressed not to!

After the stewardess had forced them from the impromptu sanctuary, Kenshin had convinced the elderly man sitting beside him to exchange seats with Aoshi. A perverted grin lit the old geezer's face, as he couldn't possibly be thinking of anything other than the three individuals' scene outside the lavoratory. They then sat with Kaoru sitting in between the two men. Aoshi seemed more at ease in her presence than in Kenshin's.

Aoshi had told the couple more horror stories involving Misao. He grabbed hold of Kaoru's hand for support during a particularly difficult retelling of a traumatic event. The setting had taken place during his last performance with his band. Kenshin felt a little jealous at the act but it seemed innocent enough. Besides, seeing a man as strong as Aoshi Shinomori so disturbed was, well, disturbing. Apparently, Misao was a force to be reckoned with.

"You can't know that she took it." Kaoru quietly chided the man.

Aoshi merely glared at her as if demanding her to tell him where the missing tea was located.

"I don't know where your tea is Aoshi. I'm sure, if you are patient just a little longer, it will turn up. Kenshin and I will help you look for it." Kaoru continued.

"I can not calm down with out my tea," Aoshi hissed losing his temper. He needed his tea to calm his nerves. Without it he became a poster boy for anxiety. He needed his tea to be cool, calm, collected, and calculating. He wouldn't last long without it.

"Why do we not go into the store while we await the second leg of our journey? We can acquire you more tea." Kenshin helpfully suggested.

Sighing in defeat, Aoshi sat down on the ground cross-legged in his meditative stance. "Very well."

Kaoru leaned close to Kenshin's ear. "Thanks, Kenshin you really are a hero."

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Watching from the shadows of a nearby alleyway, Misao grinned victoriously at the trio near the docked ship. It was entertaining seeing her Aoshi frantically search for his tea leaves. She knew how he couldn't function well without his daily herbal brew.

Surely, he would finally succumb to her attentions now that he had lost his pillar of peace! So absorbed in her thoughts, she didn't notice her company until a tap on her shoulder pulled her from her musings.

"Excuse me, are you okay? You look a little odd." Kind eyes greeted Misao.

Narrowing her green eyes, Misao glared at the pretty woman and the man standing beside her. Her eyes widened at the sight of the man, or wolf youkai rather. His tail was precious!

Kouga began to back away when he noticed the woman's attention was no longer on the tealeaves in her hand, but focused upon his sensitive tail. "Kagome, I think we should head back now."

"Wait! Let me touch it!" Misao began to run towards the wolf demon, but he was faster and after throwing Kagome over his shoulder, left the vicinity of the crazed, green-eyed woman in a tornado of speed.

"Well that was rude," she pouted as she dusted herself off, and pulled leaves and twigs out of her hair, "I didn't even get his name."