AN- Hi!!!!!!!!!!! My god!! School is soooooo painful!!!! I had like, 2 tests in every subject this week and a project due!!!! cry Any ways, Thanks so much for all the reviews!!!
Ariane Juarez- Yes, I had written another story before. It was called Crystalline Soul. Like, only 3 people reviewed after almost a month so I deleted it. Sorry if you really wanted to read it!!!!
Disclaimer- If I owned Inuyasha and all its characters, I wouldn't be daydreaming about them!! Ahem
On with the long waited chapter!!! (I think)
Inuyasha looked at her as if she was crazy. Then, he just shrugged. Kagome took this as a yes and quickly walked up to him and reached up, standing on her tip toes. Softly, she stroked the tip of his ears. Inuyasha bit back a groan. That felt so good!! A sly grin spread across his features when he noticed that he had a pretty good view of Kagome's chest. Then, a cough came from the door. They both turned to see Sesshoumaru.
"What are you doing?" He asked, surveying their positions.
Kagome gave Sesshoumaru a confused gaze.
"What do you mean?" Kagome inquired baffled at his-was it disapproving or amused? -stare. The laughter in his eyes spoke of his amusement, but it was marred by the small frown upon his mouth. She then glanced over her position compared to Inuyasha's and blushed to her roots.
Leaping away from him, she muttered, "It's not what it looks like."
"Oh? Then what were you doing?" Sesshoumaru asked in mockery.
"Feh. Leave us alone. She just wanted rub my ears." Inuyasha explained uninterestedly. Kagome blushed a even deeper shade of red at that statement. Sesshoumaru smirked at this. But for some reason, he wasn't too keen on mocking Inuyasha and Kagome on this subject. He didn't feel comfortable about it for some unknown-and irritating- reason.
He gave a curt nod but threw them a suspicious look before he left to his chambers and undoubtedly going to be working, signing contracts and reading reports given by his generals. He cared deeply for his land, although he barely ever shows it. He desired for it to forever prosper and stay peaceful and serene with strong armies to defend in times of need. He was not a power hungry leader-though many thought so.
Kagome then faced Inuyasha and awkwardly bid him good night. Inuyasha watched her leave and grinned. The thought that he affected her enough to make her blush elated him.
Morning
Knock-knockKagome groggily cracked her eyes open as the soft knocks at the door continued. Its too early to get up. Need more sleep. Kagome thought sleepily. But the knocks didn't stop.
"Come in." Kagome called out in a sleep coated voice.
The door quietly swung open and a figure entered. Now, more awake, Kagome sat up in bed to see who it was. She was surprised to see a young woman, maybe only a year older than herself, standing in front of her. She then noticed her attire. She wore faded clothing, but it was clean and the fabric seemed comfortable enough. Kagome assumed that she was the maid Sesshoumaru had sent for her.
Kagome provided her with a bright smile.
"Lady Kagome, I am ready to dress you now for your training with Lord Sesshoumaru." The young woman's voice was melodious and sweet.
Kagome frowned though. "Please, you do not need to call my Lady Kagome. Just Kagome would be fine. After all, I plan on us becoming friends. Ne?"
The young woman's head shot up in surprise. No one had ever been so friendly and kind to her before, save her family before she was brought here.
Their eyes locked and Kagome was surprised to see that the young woman's eyes held so much spirit. The young woman was also a bit shocked to see her mistress's light, vivid pools of water.
"So, what might your name be?" Kagome inquired.
The young woman hesitated for a second, then said, "My la- My name is Sango." Sango was still not used to talking to someone of greater standards in such informal tones.
"That's a pretty name." Sango smiled at the complement.
Her eyes suddenly shot wide open as she realized that she had forgotten to prepare Kagome for her training. She had forgotten because of her surprise. Now they were running behind about 10 minutes. Sesshoumaru did NOT tolerate tardiness.
"Oh my god! Lady-I mean-Kagome! We must hurry. You're going to be late for training!" Kagome's eyes widened as well and the next few minutes were full of chaos as the two girls struggled to clean Kagome off, brush and tie up her raven locks, and dress her in a training outfit. Finally, slightly panting the two girls made their way out into to the hallway. As Sango led Kagome through the halls, a thought suddenly struck Kagome.
"Hey Sango, why is it so important to make my training session on time? I mean,LordSesshoumaru can't know exactly when dawn is, ne?"
"Actually, there is a bell that is rung when dawn begins because that is when every living soul in this castle has to be awake."
"Oh. Why didn't he ever tell me that?"
"Um, actually, I was supposed to but I sort of forgot in the midst of things." Sango said with an embarrassed blush. Kagome nodded and gave Sango a teasing grin. They walked on and chatted about some other regulations and 'girl stuff', becoming fast friends. They were so into their conversation they didn't her the the bell was ringing.
"So Kagome, how do like it here so far?" Sango suddenly asked out of the blue.
Kagome thought about her answer carefully.
"Well, I can't say I hate it here, but I defiantly don't like the fact that I was brought here with out being asked if I wanted to come in the first place and then not even able to say good-bye to my friends."
Sango nodded, understanding what Kagome meant. (AN- I'll explain how she understands later on in the story, just not now because this is not the main focus of this chapter. Although I can make it the....)
"What so you think of Sesshoumaru, Kagome?"
Kagome wasted no time to answer this question.
"He is an arrogant, self centered, conceited, egotistical, big headed, JERK!!" Kagome suddenly felt a sense of foreboding right after she said that, but she brushed the feeling aside quickly.
Sango sweat dropped at this answer. "You really hate him that much?" Kagome nodded vigorously. Sango sighed.
"Actually, Lord Sesshoumaru isn't really that bad after a while. He may be a bit cold and distant, as well as cruel, but he is actually really fair in judgment, and cares deeply for his lands."
Kagome crossed her arms. "No way. Anyways, I can't stand him. Not now, not ever."
"Too bad. You'll be dealing with me for quite some time, miko." Someone spoke in deadly, calm voice from behind them.
The two girls quickly spun around. Sure enough, Sesshoumaru stood there in front of them.
"You girl, I'll deal with you later. Leave now." Sango hesitated, afraid of leaving Kagome alone with her lord for she knew he was angr. But when he shot her a deadly glare, she quickly turned and went to do her normal chores.
Kagome watched, dismayed, as Sango disappeared down the hallway. She turned to look at Sesshoumaru. He narrowed his eyes on her.
"You think I'm an arrogant jerk, do you?" Sesshoumaru asked in controlled tones, though it seemed a bit edgy.
Kagome didn't answer. She knew that Sesshoumaru heard her and Sango talking, but she didn't know how much. She was also afraid about what he would do to her. All right Kagome, get in control of yourself. You can do it girl! Sesshoumaru's voice broke through her self-encouragements.
"Miko, answer me when I ask you a question."
Kagome peered at her feet, finding them very interesting, but said nothing.
"Answer me." Sesshoumaru ordered, voice dangerously low. He took a menacing step toward Kagome. Kagome gave a little squeak.
"Um, I was just kidding?" Kagome said in a meek voice. Sesshoumaru glared at her.
"Do not lie to this Sesshoumaru." He then took another step toward her. "Do you remember our little conversation last night?"
Sesshoumaru took another step closer, barely brushing against Kagome. He bent down until they were eye level and breathed in her ear in a dangerously calm voice, "You will learn to show the proper respect for me. The next time you fail to do so, you will wish you were dead when I'm through with you. Understand?"
Kagome gulped and nodded. Oh crap. Me and my big mouth.
Sesshoumaru smirked at her obvious discomfort.
"Now then, let's go to the training grounds. You were late so I had come to see what was keeping you."
Kagome looked at him, confused. "But Sango told me there was a bell they would ring when it was dawn and they never rang it. Come to think of it, they still haven't rung it and the sun is already mostly up."
Sesshoumaru was amused at her innocence and annoyed at her stupidity at the same time. "Miko, the bell rang 5 minutes before I came in search for you. And for being late, you will also be punished for that on top of your punishment for being disrespectful again." His voice was laced with a threat.
He turned around and started to lead Kagome to the dreaded training grounds. Great. I haven't even been here for 3 days and I'm going to already die. This is just fantastic. Kagome thought to herself in dry humor and made to follow Sesshoumaru.
There!! So, how was it??? I know it wasn't as good but I've been stressed this week. Lame, I know, but its true!! Please review!! I promise next chappie will be better!!! If you have questions or suggestions please express those through reviews!!! (Again, it is around 10 of so, maybe higher) Thanx to all who r&r!!!! I luv ya!!!