B-M walks into the office with her new gal pals. The party's going full swing and her office packed with jiving bodies. When she enters with the girls, all the guys come crowding around.
Miroku: So, B-M-sama who are these beautiful young ladies?
B-M: (frowns) This is Sakura, DJ, Toni, minni, Lin and Cynthia. Now stand aside and let us through.
Guys all stand back shocked. B-M and girls pass through and start dancing. Over in the corner she notices Inu and AngelMiko having a very friendly conversation.
Naraku: Hey B-M, why don't you share?
B-M: (frowns and growls) Go away! They're mine! You're not having them, do you hear?
Kouga: Come on B-M, don't you think you're being a bit possessive?
B-M (growls louder) I don't care! Every time I bring a new friend here, you bunch of hentais take them over! Well, not this time! These ones stay with me. (folds her arms and glares defiantly at guys)
Guys huddle in discussion while B-M watches suspiciously.
Kouga: Well, we figure that you can't protect them all so you better pick which one you want to keep cause we're having the rest.
B-M: Oh, is that so? (raises eyebrow)
Kohaku: (running past chasing Rin and Shippou) Kick their arses B-M.
B-M: (frowns at Kohaku) Hey, you watch your language young man. (turns back to guys) And don't you worry, I'll give them what they're begging for. (Evil grin appears) You want my gals then you've got them. (puts fingers to lips and whistles)
Suddenly all the girls in the room stop dancing and turn on the guys with menacing looks. B-M gives the signal and Marquel steps forward followed by Adrianna with weapons in hand.
Girls: Want some action boys?
Guys: Shit... (backing away as girls advance)
Naraku: Ah... ladies... can't we discuss this amicably?
Girls give menacing looks as they all produce weapons from behind their backs.
Girls: This is amicable. We're warning you, aren't we?! (rush at guys who scream and flee the room with girls in hot pursuit)
Chapter 17: Reunited
Kagome wandered about aimlessly, unable to concentrate due to all the swirling emotions in her body. She paced restlessly back and forth, her hands wringing nervously. Her breathing was ragged and shallow as sweat beaded on her forehead.
"Shyra?"
She swung round quickly and looked at Sango's concerned expression.
"Are you all right?" Sango watched a drop of sweat run down the side of her friend's face.
Kagome drew a shuddering breath and whispered in response. "Yes Sango, I'll be fine."
"Kagome, you look anything but fine. What troubles you?"
Kagome wanted to deny all. To say the words was to admit the truth and she still lived in the land of denial, despite the raging evidence of her body's reactions. Maybe, just maybe if she refused facts adamantly enough, reality might become her desired truth. She released a laugh that brought a frown to Sango's face.
Sango took a step forward and raised her hand to feel her friend's sweating brow. She took in the slightly deranged look that flashed in and out of Kagome's eyes, a feeling of concern growing within her. 'What is happening?' She had never seen this reaction to a healing before and as hard as she tried, she could not work it out. Before she could speak, a voice called out, attracting their attention. Sango turned to see her father gesturing her to approach. She turned back to Kagome with another look of concern.
"Go Sango, I'll be fine."
Sango looked at her uncertainly before giving a brief nod and disappearing in the direction her father indicated. Kagome sighed as her sanity briefly returned to her, leaving exhaustion to cripple her body. She slowly let her eyes roam the arid countryside, littered with dead bodies. The second wagon full of the corpses rolled squeakily towards her and she turned, automatically summoning a portal. The only relief she felt of the entire situation was the fact that Sesshoumaru was now waking and could therefore wield Tensaiga. These people had more than a fighting chance. Sighing wearily, she released the portal after the wagon disappeared into its inky blackness. 'Yes, he wakes more every minute. I can feel him.'
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The wind blew a string of leaves and grass around the empty clearing. As they landed in a scattered heap at the foot of the darkened caves, a few stray blades danced inside its opening and settled at the booted feet of the two Shiiyon Warriors. Discussion was thick amongst the intensely excited group. Kouga, after briefly introducing Miroku, proceeded to explain to his disbelieving group all that transpired since his departure.
Hakkaku looked at his leader in shock. How could this be possible? Their Kouga was an esteemed Shiiyon Warrior? Yes, he had heard the tales as he grew into adulthood and somewhere, in the back of his mind, belief held the hope to his future. Unknowingly to all, he prayed every night to the creator for the arrival of the chosen ones. Now, to find that his good friend Kouga held position among the sacred ones overwhelmed him with happiness.
"So, I guess this means we go to the Western Lands" laughed Gintu, suddenly feeling relieved. The last couple of days of sitting in wait had strained all their nerves.
Kouga nodded briefly as his eyes scoured the caves, counting the heads of all who were present. He felt satisfied to find that every wolf, mate, and child appeared safe before him.
"Have there been any disturbances since I left?" Kouga turned back to his two subordinates.
"No" Gintu scratched his head. "Except that bunch of Youkai that passed by here days ago."
The two Shiiyonians perked up at this news.
"What of them?" Miroku's silky drawl held a note of intensity.
Looking a little surprised at the fierce stares of the two silver-blue garbed warriors Gintu stuttered his reply. "Well... i...it was a couple of d...days ago."
"Two days ago, it was two days."
Hakkaku looked impatiently at Gintu. He sighed and turned his attention back to Kouga and Miroku, whose keen interest had him peaked; but being the thinker that he was, he knew explanations were required before his pursuit of answers could begin.
"We were out hunting when we felt this incredible wave of energy and it was not good. We went as close as we could without detection... well so we thought. They knew we were there but strangely, we did not seem to bother them. They kept right on walking. I guess they had somewhere to go."
"Well, I for one am glad that they did because we would never have survived an attack from those things." Gintu's face expressed his relief.
"What did these creatures look like?" Miroku's stare intensified with each word that penetrated his brain.
Hakkaku turned to the strange dark haired man that he had already taken a liking to and described beasts the same as the evil born in the mines of Draglygin.
Kouga exchanged a look with Miroku, which Hakkaku did not miss. "Is there something you know of these creatures?"
"How many were there?"
Startled by Kouga's sudden question, Hakkaku looked at Gintu questioningly. "How many do you think Gintu? About two thousand?"
Gintu shrugged as his face screwed up in a comical expression of thought. "About that or maybe a couple hundred more. There were lots, that I know."
"Which way were they headed?" The question flew instantly from Kouga's lips.
"It looked as though they took the path to the borders."
"Which borders?" Kouga looked at Gintu, wondering again, why he assigned him the role of second in command during his absences.
"Oh" Gintu looked puzzled a moment then smiled as the answer came to him. "The eastern border! They headed to the eastern border!"
Another look passed between the two Shiiyonians before they addressed the wolves before them.
"We must leave now." Kouga elevated his voice so those who stood far back would hear his words. "Gather all your things. We need to make haste for the Western Lands."
There was a bustling commotion while all moved to do as their leader commanded. Miroku and Kouga walked to the cave's entrance and out into the bright rays of the sun that peaked through the leafy canopy above them. It sparkled on the shiny surface of their armour, lending them an angelic glow.
"They are headed for the battle. They mean to ambush our troops from the rear."
Miroku nodded in agreement. "Thank the creator for the fact that we were here to discover this."
"We must also beg him to allow us the time to counteract this move."
Kouga shifted restlessly on the spot. He felt annoyed at having to stand around waiting while an urgent task needed tending. He looked at the cave in anticipation, slightly relieved to see his pack slowly emerging from its entrance. The lagging pace at which they moved sent his blood racing with impatience. He struggled with the urge to yell at them for their ambling and turned away, releasing his frustration through a heavy sigh.
Miroku smiled at his friend. He too felt the urgency that Kouga displayed but it was not within his nature to give way to this impatience. No, rather he would stand and calmly bide his time, allowing his ever thoughtful brain to process the new information and come up with some efficient solutions.
"I cannot take this anymore." With that, Kouga whirled and traipsed into the cave. Minutes later, his barking voice echoed above the existing noise.
Miroku shook his head and released a chuckle. The wolf did well most of the time to control his fiery temper but at times, he would finally release his rage and shock everyone with its intensity. Turning his attention back to the entrance, he watched as Kouga's pack made their way into the brightly lit clearing.
It took them only one-quarter hour to exit the gloomy dens. They stood outside waiting for something to happen. Most were not sure what that something was. Some heard the talk of gateways but understood little; therefore, curiosity was high amongst all who looked on. A shocked gasp weaved its way through the crowd as a black spot appeared in the air, growing in a gusty swirl of wind. They blinked incredulously, wondering at this sorcery. All knew that some creatures dabbled in the art of black magic but it really was a rare occurrence and those said demons only knew a few basic spells. This was entirely different magic and they could all feel the power emanating from its source. They looked upon the Shiiyon Warriors with awe and respect, wandering what other amazing tricks they had at their disposal. A silent line formed and passed neatly through the portal, traversing the black void apprehensively.
Kouga watched proudly as his pack made quick and efficient work of their passage. The last of the families straggled behind, herding adventurous little ones toward their destination. As the last stepped through , he gestured to Miroku and they started toward the portal, stopping mid-step as a voice called Kouga's name.
"Are you leaving without me?"
His eyes widening in shock, Kouga turned and stared the last person he expected to see. "What the hell are you doing here?"
"Aw and here I was thinking that you would be happy to see me."
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Inuyasha paced briskly down the lengthy corridor with increasing impatience. It was some time now since he last spoke with the others and he felt anxious to know of their deeds but mostly, he needed to check on Shyra. Although he found his brother's plight amusing, it did not extend to her. For Kagome, he felt concern and sympathy. He had to make sure that the bond was not causing her suffering. If his brother's state was an indicator then Kagome must be in agony. His pace quickened as he rounded the corner and came to an abrupt halt, narrowly avoiding a collision with the darkly clad figure that suddenly appeared before him.
"Why such haste young prince?" Himari asked with a crooked grin.
Inuyasha sent the general a friendly smile. He rather liked Himari, having known him since birth and always found him more of a brother figure than Sesshoumaru. Indeed, Himari was the one that helped him out of the many scrapes he found himself in and defended him when Sesshoumaru finally lost his temper.
"I seek out the others to find what has transpired in the past few hours. I have spent the entire time in Sesshoumaru's room and have no knowledge of their activities."
"Well, as far as I know Lords Kouga and Miroku arrived back within the grounds not long ago with Lord Kouga's wolf pack. The Shiiyonians who travelled back to Kuruvi have yet to return, though several wagons bearing corpses have passed through the portal."
"Ah, and do you know where Kagome may be found?" he looked hopefully at his brother's friend.
"Kagome went to Kuruvi. She has not returned."
Himari watched Inuyasha's expression carefully. A look of understanding passed over his face and Himari wondered exactly what the young prince knew. He decided to get straight to the point.
"I wonder how she is coping with the effects of the bond."
Inuyasha looked at him in surprise. "You know of...?"
Himari chuckled and moved forward, grabbing the surprised youkai's arm as he continued down the hallway. "Inuyasha, I have a question for you. Have you noticed a certain chemistry between Kagome and your brother?"
Inuyasha stopped mid-stride, bringing their progress to a sudden halt. He turned to face Himari with a look of happy surprise, his smile spreading broadly across his face.
"So you have noticed too. I knew that I was not just imagining it."
"No, the evidence was there on the first day." He briefly explained the occurrences over the period when Inuyasha stood in his daze with the rest of the sleeping Shiiyonians.
Inuyasha nodded as they continued their brisk pace along the silent passage. He listened carefully to Himari's words and felt excitement rising inside him. It showed plainly on his face and he turned his head to see Himari's laughing eyes staring at him in amusement.
"I too, have prayed for this day. I had no idea however that it would come so soon." Laughter escaped him and he slapped Inuyasha's shoulder heartily as the sound of their mirth rang through long corridor. After several moments, they sobered and continued their walk at a much slower pace.
"Unfortunately, I do not think that anything will come of it. Knowing my brother, it will stay at a frustrating stalemate." A heavy sigh escaped his lips before he felt another slap upon his shoulder.
"Do not be disheartened young prince. I know your brother better than he would care to admit and it is rather obvious that the feelings he holds are beyond his control."
Inuyasha turned and looked at Himari, his doubt evident on his face. He saw the broad grin that he wore and something inside relaxed. If Himari was so certain of this then maybe it was so. He hoped with all inside him that his brother's friend was correct in his theory.
"Besides my young friend, we will be there to make certain that he does not do too well in this battle."
Inuyasha's smiled broadly as he walked along beside Himari, laughing at his words. 'I knew there was another reason I liked him.'
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Sesshoumaru turned with a frown, sweat beading his forehead. 'Sweat' he thought in disgust. 'I never sweat!' He swung angrily, slicing his sword in a swift arc to dislodge the panting youkai before him. As the creature fell to the floor in a gasping heap, he motioned forth the nervous replacements that stood watching with growing apprehension. He could see the looks on their faces and knew that they wished to bolt from his enraged presence. This further enraged him, sending him across the dojo in a blaze of flaming fury.
The three youkai cringed as they prepared themselves for the ferocity of his assault, none daring to cower for fear of the dire consequences. At the impacting force of his blow, they staggered back and hit the wall behind with shattering speed. They quickly recovered and lifted themselves to their feet in time fend off the next staggering blow, wondering why the lord was in such temper.
'This is all her fault' Sesshoumaru lashed out mentally at Kagome despite the voice of his reasonable mind. 'You know you should be grateful to her for saving your life, not blaming her as you are.' With an angry roar, he struck more violently at the three heavily panting youkai. The speed and ferocity of his attacks had them struggling for breath. As he lifted his arm to send another heavy blow, a deep and commanding voice spoke up behind him.
"Sesshoumaru! Cease this at once!"
He heard the sighs of relief as he dropped his attack and turned to face General Mikaishu. Taking several long breaths, he struggled to contain his escalating rage. 'How dare the old fool stop me!' As the thoughts circled his mind, his reasonable voice questioned his thinking. 'Perhaps it is because of your obvious loss of control.'
General Mikaishu nodded his head to the waning soldiers in dismissal, turning it slowly as he watched their painful departure from the dojo. He finally turned questioning eyes to Sesshoumaru.
"What has come over you?"
Sesshoumaru reined his incredible temper, breathing deeply as he struggled to calm his screaming senses. The hours he spent here, attempting to work off the curse of a bond had proven fruitless. Now that stillness ruled his body, his senses once again screamed their riotous song. He felt the sweat trickle down the side of his face, frowning deeply at its presence.
"What ails you Sesshoumaru?"
He cursed inwardly as he heard the fatherly concern in the General's tone. The last thing he needed was to explain this wretched situation. The general's voice continued in his silence.
"The last I heard, you were on the edge of death. I am most elated to see you on your feet and rather surprised, but now as I look at you I find myself worried once again."
"It is nothing Mikaishu."
He turned and walked to the far end of the dojo, placing his sword in its niche on the wall. Attempting in vain to ignore the concerned presence looming behind him, he picked up a towel from a bench nearby and wiped the sweat from his body. He quickly donned his uniform and ignored the urge to head straight for the baths. First, there was something he needed to do, that is after he rid himself of Mikaishu's presence. He took a deep breath and turned, prepared for the line of questioning to come.
The general stared solemnly at the young Lord, prepared for his usual reticence. He sighed inwardly, wondering where that fun-loving youth had disappeared to. He knew that the burdens of Sesshoumaru's life were great but could not help feeling sad as he looked at the cold set of his features. Sesshoumaru was as close to him as his son Dikanio. The two boys spent many childhood years together and grew quite close. However, he was certain that even his son saw nothing of the Sesshoumaru they used to know. Pushing all these thoughts aside, he focused his attention once more to the tensely held features and the continuous droplets of sweat that dotted his forehead.
"You look rather ill Sesshoumaru. Are these remnants of your injury?"
"Yes." Sesshoumaru grasped at the explanation in relief as he walked past Mikaishu.
"Should you not be in bed then?"
He continued to the door as the General fell into step beside him. "I told you, I have much to attend."
Mikaishu sighed at the stubbornness of his will. "Very well then Sesshoumaru. Never does it fair well to debate with you. Since you are determined to return to work, there are new arrivals from the Southern Lands. A pack of wolves that belong to the Shiiyon warrior, Lord Kouga and they are considerable in number."
Sesshoumaru frowned as his irritation returned. He wanted to hunt down Kagome and demand that she fix whatever it was she had done to him. Now he would have to suffer longer while he saw to this new situation. He almost groaned as he thought of the growing numbers that kept arriving in his lands. He could barely keep up with the demand for their accommodation and silently thanked the heavens for his early start with the new housing development. He knew that all available dwelling would go to the new lot of arrivals. This meant that new housing was required for he was sure that there would be more homeless people by the end of the winter. He started making plans in his head.
"General, gather all the available men from these groups and inform them that they are to participate in the erection of new buildings."
"I think you should speak with the young wolf lord before making any plans Sesshoumaru."
Sesshoumaru stopped walking and faced Mikaishu with a slight frown. "What has happened?"
"Apparently, a large number beasts were spotted heading towards the Eastern borders. The path they took should lead them into the rear of our troops. The wolves reported their number to be more than two thousand."
A hiss escaped from Sesshoumaru's lips and his face darkened. 'Ah, so they plan an ambush.' His mind raced over the preparations needed to countermeasure the strike. He turned towards the courtyard where the wolf pack waited.
Upon arrival in the large cobbled area, he stopped to stare at all the activity around him. Humans and wolves littered the grounds. Piles of dead bodies arrived on wagons and soldiers raced around in preparation for the death train. He wondered briefly, why they carted dead bodies to his castle then suddenly remembered Tensaiga. 'Yes of course, the sword will restore their lives.' He stood for a moment more trying to decide which task to tend first when he noticed a commotion at the rear of the courtyard. As he moved closer, he saw several soldiers attempting to prise two officers from their angry clinch. Frowning slightly, he stepped forward to discover the cause of the disturbance. It was unusual for his men to behave in such a manner, as they all understood the code of behaviour for a Western soldier.
"What is this all about?"
The two quarrelling officers froze at the cold tone of their Lord's voice. They instantly separated and rearranged their uniforms, standing to attention before bowing to their leader. Everyone remained silent, staring at the ground awkwardly. Sesshoumaru opened his mouth to repeat the question but never had the opportunity. A soft, seductive voice wafted through the air, snaring his attention. He turned his head curiously to see who spoke and his eyes opened wide at the sight that greeted them.
"I apologise to you my lord. I am afraid that the blame lies with me."
He stared at the sexy grin then looked straight into her darkly rimmed violet eyes. "Who might you be?"
"I am Rain."
He looked over her well-proportioned form, plainly revealed by her tight fitting blood-red kimono. Soft black leather shoes covered her feet matching the belt around her waist. His eyes widened at the sword in the sheath. Women were not usually fighters and aside from a few demon slayers that graced earth's mass, it was highly irregular to see a woman bearing weapons. He had only just come to terms with the female Shiiyonians but this... this was entirely different. His eyes rose to take in the sensually pouted lips in a perfectly proportioned face. A thick mass of wavy black hair framed her beautiful face, streaked in a deep shade red that matched exactly with the colour of her kimono.
Rain stood perfectly poised as his eyes ran over her entire body, a feeling of satisfaction settling deep in her chest. The moment she laid eyes on this youkai, she wanted him. She could tell, by the way the officers greeted him that he held great power in this castle. She moved slowly forth as his appraisal ended.
"And may I enquire to whom I speak?" She smiled in satisfaction as his eyes dropped to the sensual sway of her hips.
"I am Lord Sesshoumaru."
He looked down at the woman who now stood almost pressing against him. He opened his mouth to speak when a sudden wave of sensation hit his body. He shut his mouth and swallowed, just barely able to maintain his steady breathing. However, his eyes glazed over and a thin sheen of sweat appeared on his forehead. He groaned inwardly as he chastised himself for forgetting the main concern in his mind. 'This damned cursed bond.'
Rain felt pleasure surge through her. His glazed eyes held a faint look of desire and she thanked the heavens for her good fortune. She had not thought it to happen so quickly and her body filled with warmth at the evidence of his reaction. She pressed the upper half of her body against his, her hand settling on his chest as she spoke in a low seductive tone.
"It is the greatest pleasure to meet you Lord Sesshoumaru."
Sesshoumaru shook himself from the haze that threatened to take over his mind. He opened his mouth once more, in an attempt to speak but as before, found himself cut off by another voice, this one angry.
"Rain! What are you doing?"
Releasing a sigh of weary resignation, Rain moved back from Lord Sesshoumaru and turned to face her angry brother.
"Why Kouga, what does it look like to you? I am acquainting myself with Lord Sesshoumaru." She smiled innocently into his tensely held face.
Kouga sent her a sour look as he stepped forward, grabbing her by the arm as he mumbled under his breath. "That is what I was afraid of."
He bowed at Lord Sesshoumaru whilst keeping a firm hold on his sister's arm. "If you will excuse us My Lord, I need a private word with my sister."
Sesshoumaru nodded his head and watched them disappear around the corner of a nearby building. His head felt slightly disorientated and his breathing laboured. 'What now?' The intensity of emotion that first hit him on waking came back full force. He looked around, wondering if perhaps Mikaishu was mistaken. Maybe Kagome was here after all. His body screamed with awareness of her and his senses felt her presence, as though she stood beside him. He almost jumped as another void opened a short distance away. His eyes stared piercingly into its blackness as his heart pounded in anticipation.
Back At The Office
Ok everyone, it's done and apologies again for the wait. Now, just one matter before I do reviews. If you didn't receive an update alert then please let me know in your review and please leave your email again, just in case it's a wrong address error. I did actually receive a few error messages.
I'd like to thank everyone for the kind and understanding words you all sent. It was really excellent and helped put a smile on my face. Thanks guys, for the support you've all shown all round. Now, it's on to the reviews.
Tonomi: It's great to have you reviewing the Scroll again and you really have to come by the office. We miss you.
Cygnus: Yay, so glad you liked it and I hope this one pleased you just as much. Sorry to disappoint with the Sessy/Kag meeting. hehe. I'm not really. lol. Thank you so much for all the kind words. I love reviewers like you. Anyway, talk to you soon.
Fallenangel: lol. Hey, that's quite all right. I think you fit in well here. Glad you liked the chappy and sorry bout the wait. You'll be happy to know that Sess and Kag come face-to-face next chapter.
rainthewolfdemon: See how long it's been since I updated. So much has happened. lol. Well, I guess we'll catch up. Anyway, I've missed chatting to you. Hope to see you online soon. Oh by the way, what do you think of Rain so far? hehe.
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Megan Consoer: Thank you and I hope you enjoy this one too.
Jasmine Fields: Well now... seems like a certain youkai is quite smitten with you. (sighs as a little scenario enters her head where's she's tearfully waving goodbye to Himari as he leaves, suitcase in hand for Jasmine's house) Ah... doesn't life go by so quickly? You give birth to them one minute and in the next, they're off into the world. Well anyway, I'm so happy for you.
busoshwe: Wow thanks. (grabs chocolate while hugging her back) No, it's not fun, especially for someone like me who is really more of a pacifist than anything else. Well... maybe that's not quite the right word. lol.
Aurora-Nyte: hehe. Yeah, I agree. It is funny to see our mighty Shiiyonian leader turn tale and run. lol. Hey, did you have fun at the party. I especially enjoyed the end. hehe.
Sakura Tenvaiga: Hey Sakura! Keeping those boys in line? I'm glad you finally made it to the office and just in time for the fun too. Hey, did you and AngelMiko work out a name for the sequel? How about "The Fic Formally Known As...? Ah... no? (shrugs) All right then. Just a suggestion.
AngelMiko: Ah, we were just talking about you. mm. What did I see at the party girl? Was that really you in a cosy conversation with our Inu? My how things change. lol. Boy, you're not greedy are you? So who else do you want besides the hanyou and Kouga? Sheesh!
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AnimeAngelz: Yeah, I thought that final paragraph with Inu taunting Sess was pretty funny too. (sighs) Hey, profuse apologies for the lateness of this chapter. I'm working really hard to get the others out more quickly. Well, I hope you enjoy this one.
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Well folks, that's about it. I'm very sorry if I missed your review. Please don't take it personally. I'm posting this to five sights I think and it gets very interesting at times, so remember that its not an intentional pun. Well, I'm off now and I hope you all enjoyed this chapter. Thanks for the wonderful responses so far and I'll see you all soon. (pauses, hearing door opening)
B-M: Sesshoumaru? Himari? Boy, am I glad to see you guys. You have no idea of the hell it's been.
Sess: Trust an author to overdramatise things.
B-M: (gasps in disbelief) Overdramatise things???
Himari: (chuckling) Not a good idea to upset her right off Sesshoumaru.
Sess: (frowns at Himari) And why should I be worried exactly?
B-M: (suddenly laughing an evil laugh) Oh hoho... you have a LOT to be worried about. If I were you, I'd be preparing myself for some pretty heavy shit. (laughs maniacally as she leaves the room)
Sess: (Hairs raise at the back of his neck) Ohoh.