A/N: If there are any Yusuke/Keiko fans out there I hope you read my one-shot, April First. It's long but I thought I did a good job. Also if you read it I'm thinking of adding another chapter, making it a two part one-shot (if that makes any sense).
Thanks to all my readers and reviewers! Now on with the story…
"Will my grandchildren have these cute little puppy dog ears?"
"Can I call you big brother? Well? Can I?"
"The hand of a Kappa might work if…."
Inuyasha took deep breaths. Kagome's family had been questioning him on everything and anything about himself. He was starting to reach his breaking point. He would have run to find Kagome…or hidden behind a tree, whichever came fist, long ago if it weren't for a few things. One Inu Youkai never ran from battle. Two he wouldn't give Kagome the satisfaction of knowing he couldn't handle her family, that would be a big blow to his pride. 'No way am I going to let a mother, an over active midget of a brother, and a senile old man intimidate me!'
"So Inuyasha. What are your intentions with my grand daughter?"
To hell with dignity! Inuyasha bolted as soon as those words left the 'senile old mans' mouth. Leaving Kagome's family rambling and shouting after him.
---Meanwhile At The Village----
"Lets see I think I have enough food. I got some new clothes for everyone. What else do I need?" Kagome thought as she walked down the street. While Inuyasha was being interrogated by her family Kagome was strolling along. Stopping every now and then when she found something she thought they needed.
Just as she was getting ready to go home she looked up and saw what store she was standing in front of. Smiling she walked in and started browsing. Finding what she was looking for she went up to the owner to pay.
"Well well if it isn't Kagome! I haven't seen you around lately. Where you been?" Totosai questioned.
Totosai was the village blacksmith. When he wasn't repairing and making weapons he enjoyed reading. So he decided to open a small bookstore. It was the only one in the village and Kagome would stop by periodically to talk with him and buy new books.
Kagome laughed a little as she put down the book she wanted. "Well I was a bride to my surprise wedding, crashed my own wedding, became the intended of a hanyou who's under a curse, been confronted with his multiple personalities, and was walked in on while I was bathing."
Totosai laughed. "Sounds like you've been busy. Well I'd like to meet this new suitor of yours. You know to make sure he's good enough for ya."
"Thanks I'll bring him by sometime. By the way how much for the book?" Kagome asked.
Totosai looked at the book in his hands. "A story book eh? Well for you consider it a gift."
The book itself was very thick. With deep forest green leather covering and gold lettering that was written elegantly. It said Classic Fairytales. The inside was filled with every fairy tale in print; 'Jack and the Beanstalk', 'Sleeping Beauty', and 'Little Red Riding Hood' just to name a few. Throughout the book were beautifully drawn illustrations, bring the story to life. Over all it was a wonderful book that was sure to be fairly expensive.
Kagome started to protest. "I can't do that! I insist on paying for it."
Seeing that she wasn't going to change her mind He closed his eyes and thought about it for a minute. "Tell you what it's 10.50 you pay the full price but I want you to go back and pick out another book. Any one you want and it'll be free of charge. And don't even think about arguing with me. Just think of it as a present from me to you as a congratulations on your new life."
Kagome smiled. Paying him she rushed back into the rows of books to find the one she wanted. After a few minutes of searching she found what she wanted. It was smaller than the first, had a mahogany, and was paperback. The title was printed in the same gold color as the first, though it wasn't written as elegantly. The pages were starting to wear, indicating it had been sitting there for quite sometime.
Satisfied with her chose Kagome turned around to leave. She nearly jumped out of her skin when she came face to face with Koga. Backing up a step she found herself with her back against the wall of books and Koga string in front of her.
When Kagome took that step back Koga took a step forward. Lifting an arm he snatched the previously chosen book from Kagome's hands and scanned through it.
"Ella Enchanted?" Turning it over he stared reading the first page. " 'That fool of a fairy Lucinda did not intend to lay a curse on me. She meant to bestow a gift. When I cried inconsolably through my first hour of life, my tears were her inspiration. Shaking her head sympathetically at mother the fairy touched my nose. "My gift is obedience. Ella will always be obedient. Now stop crying."' What the hell kind of crap is this?"
Kagome snatched the book back from Koga, clutching it tightly. "Mine now if you excuse me…" She attempted to side step Koga but he moved so he was once again right in front of her. Lifting his arms so that they were on either side of Kagome's head. He had her trapped.
"Come on don't be that way." Seeing the glare Kagome was giving him he sighed. "Look I'm sorry for insulting your book. But reading? You shouldn't be reading when you have so many other things that you could be doing."
Kagome narrowed her eyes. "Really? Enlighten me. What should I be doing instead of reading?"
"Well for starters you could be accepting my marriage proposal." Seeing the look on her face he continued. "Think about it."
"Thinking…thinking…done. My answer is still no."
Ignoring that sarcastic little remark he started talking again. "Picture this a remote little cottage, my latest kill roasting, and my mate giving me a massage. While the pups are rolling on the floor, playing with the wolves. Of course we'll have six or seven."
Kagome forced a smile, which went unnoticed by Koga. "Wolves?" She said hopefully.
This made Koga laugh. "No. Pups! Strong handsome wolves like me! Kagome do you know who my lucky mate is?"
Kagome grimaced a little. "Let me guess…"
"You." Koga said as leaned in to kiss her.
"Why Koga I don't know what to say but um…I just don't deserve you." Kagome ducked out of his entrapment just as he rushed in for the kiss. Not expecting this he crashed into the large book wall. Causing it to fall and crash into the other shelves, resulting in a domino effect.
Kagome rushed out the front door yelling her thanks and apology to Totosai. She could hear him yelling at Koga about his books and how he was going to pick up every single book and put them in their rightful place. Kagome let out a breath of relief. 'That should keep him busy for a while.'
Kagome headed home. She hadn't even gotten more than a few feet before someone grabbed her wrist and spun her around so she was tapped into a bear hug. Looking up and seeing the person's face caused her to get annoyed. 'This guy just won't give up!'
That's right Kagome once again found herself face to face with Koga. "Hi Koga fancy running into you again."
Koga smiled and hugged her tight before letting go, though he kept his hands on her shoulders. He looked down and stared straight into her eyes before speaking. "I never knew you felt that way. I'm sorry I didn't realize this sooner."
'What is he talking about? Has he finally lost it?'
Smiling Koga continued. "I never knew you felt so self conscious. I can assure you that you're perfect. You're more than good enough for me. There's nothing to be worried about!"
Silence
Blink
Blink
Kagome finally registered what he was talking about. 'Is he really that dense? He actually bought that "I don't deserve you" line? I was just trying to get away! How do I get myself into theses kinds of things?'
"Well…err…I better get going. My family's going to start to worry and…" Kagome tried to turn out his grasp but only in vain. Koga tightened his hold on her shoulders slightly.
"There's no need to be shy Kagome. I know how you really feel for me. Now lets ju-"
Koga was cut off when Kagome was ripped from his grasp. His eyes where now meeting red. Looking up he found himself staring at a silver haired man. He had two purple jagged marks on both cheeks and red eyes with piercing ice blue irises, which were currently making his hair stand on end with how much intense hatred in them. Also there were two dog-ears perched on top of his head.
The man snarled at him. "What the hell do you think your doing touching my mate?"
Koga was dumb founded 'His mate! She's mine!'
"I think the question is what are you doing touching my mate!" Koga retorted. "You can't just go around claiming her yours!"
Kagome had been pushed behind Inuyasha when he promptly came and took her from Koga's grasp. She finally managed to find her voice. "Inuyasha? What are you doing here?"
Koga looked at her incredulously over Inuyasha's shoulder. "You know this guy Kagome?"
"Well yah…"
"I already told you she's my mate! So answer me you flea bitten wolf! What are you doing touching my mate?" Inuyasha interjected.
Koga reached out to try and grab Kagome. "Come on Kagome. I'll get you away from this man. There's obviously something wrong with him and he has you under some kind of spell or curse."
His hand didn't get anywhere near Kagome as Inuyasha grabbed his wrist in a tight hold. "You are not to touch her wolf!"
Letting loose Koga's wrist and picked up Kagome. He rushed his way back to his castle. Far away from the man who was trying to take his Kagome away.
