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."
