A/N: Welcome to the UNADULTERATED FLUFF chapter! I have finished a chaptered story at last! We shall all celebrate!
This is the last chapter of Heartplace – the epilogue. I hope you've enjoyed this story and look forward to the one-shot sequel, which will be posted tomorrow. As a reminder, it's titled Kekkonshiki no Shiawase.
Why just a one-shot? Because I'm lazy. Plus I want to work on Hajimete no Reality some more. Besides, I already wrote the damn thing so you're getting a one-shot, like it or not.
Disclaimer: I don't own Inuyasha.
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Chapter 6 – Epilogue (This will be short. Sorry.)O
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It was a beautiful night in the Sengoku era, and as Miroku had hoped, the stars were twinkling brightly in the sky. How he missed the fresh air and outdoors while he was gone. He stepped back inside and motioned to Sango, who was sitting near the fire, absentmindedly stroking Kirara's fur. The flames of the red fire had entranced her, and Miroku as well, who watched the dancing shadows upon Sango's face. He looked deep into her glowing eyes but was abruptly hit from behind by Shippou.
"Move, Miroku! We can't stand here all night!" The kitsune cried from behind him. Miroku moved out of the doorway, a bit frustrated with Shippou for ruining his moment. He kneeled by Sango's side, whispering for her to come outside with him. Sango refused at first, claiming she was too tired, but was eventually lured out by Miroku, who had said he had something for her.
"What is it, houshi-sama?" Sango said, stifling a yawn. Miroku faced her and tilted his head slightly.
"I just wanted to spend some time with you after being away for a few days," He answered. "I missed you terribly, you know."
Sango blushed heavily at this. "I…missed you too. I guess," She said shyly. To keep up her indifferent reputation though, she added the 'I guess' at the end of her sentence. Miroku grinned at her, seeing straight through the little pretense.
Sango sat down near the fence she had shoved Inuyasha off of earlier, obviously embarrassed for blurting out her feelings so suddenly. Miroku rested next to her, not saying a word. Every once in a while, he caught Sango peeking at him, but each time she quickly turned her head away.
But Miroku had become accustomed to this. Their relationship was full of small talk, brief affectionate glances and the occasional handholding. Not to mention the groping and fierce protectiveness.
Miroku grasped Sango's limp hand with his own, shocking Sango to no ends. She looked incredibly flustered and searched Miroku's face for an explanation, but found none— just pure warmth. His other hand rummaged through the pockets in his robes. He smiled when his fingers brushed lightly against the soft velvet of the box he had kept hidden from Sango.
"What is that?" Sango asked, fixing her eyes on the box he had just removed from inside his clothing.
Miroku opened the box and held it out for her to see. He could clearly hear the way Sango drew in her breath and held it. She was in awe. Sango quickly looked up at Miroku, wondering what he was thinking.
Miroku picked the ring up gingerly and put the box down. Sango's eyes widened as she felt a cold metal press against her hand. She looked down to find that Miroku had slid the ring onto her finger.
"So, what does this mean?" Sango asked after a minute of silence.
"It means I love you, Sango."
Sango was at a loss for words. She bit her lip to prevent herself from sobbing with happiness. This is what she had always wanted, and now Miroku was finally making her wish come true.
Miroku's smile could only grow. He watched with mild interest as Sango's eyes became watery. Before the tears could spill, Miroku swiftly bowed down and planted a kiss on her reddened cheek.
Sango broke out into a grin, all thoughts of crying out of her head at last. With a short laugh, she leaned her head against his shoulder, and the two gazed at the stars above their heads.
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A/N: This entire chapter was written while listening to Houko Kuwashima's "Shinsekai Kaze" on repeat. That song is really beautiful! I definitely recommend it. Heehee okay I'm done with the advertising now.
So I'm pretty familiar with sappy stuff now, ever since Miroku's Priestess and I wrote The First and Final Kiss. Haha, but its fun to write AND to read so I'm sure there are no complaints, right?