Clueless97-Poor blanket? More like poor Sesshomaru if Usagi had lost her temper. Yes, the Inu Lord is strong, but hell have no fury like a woman(scorned, angry, etc..). Materialistic, yup me too, my room is flooded with stuff animals, and sculptures of dragons, wolves, unicorns, and other such things. Of course Love triangles are interesting, definitely going to make friendship a little difficult between Kagura and Usagi. (Shrugs.) Oh, well.
Liza-(laughs and waves her hand.) Alright, alright lets see here. Anno, I think for the moment Sess is a good minded youkai. (Eyebrow twitches.) At least he better be, he would be setting a very bad example for Rin, and in that case InuYasha too. (Nods.) Yep, Rin will remember or Sesshomaru will be sad, no matter what he says, and we can't have that. Usagi is an empathic person with a large heart, I doubt she would let Kagura stay under Naraku's control if she could help it.
Jay Ficlover- (Pauses to consider you suggestion.) Quite interesting and valid point too. Hmm, however, that would cause a time paradox. Besides that the voters wanted Kagome, but I may use your suggestion in another story if you don't mind?
Vampira, the damned- (Laughs.) I see, that some of my sentiments are shared by others. (Gazes around evenly.) They would have to get through me first, you were offering your suggestion on MY story. Ta, however Kagome won the poll, no matter I have another story on hold that is pure Kikyo/InuYasha.
Rena Moon- Yup, I suppose by the votes Kagome is to be his mate. Okay.
Flame Ivy Moon-(Blinks.) I didn't realize I had that high of a regard, in fact it was a honor to read your story so far. Don't ever be afraid of your creativity, and it's shared provision. Everyone has opinions, and sometimes they are not favorable, but even if that was so, I would let you know cleanly. No derogatory statements or anything of that nature. However, it is true you are placing trust in people you cannot see or truly know, and that is frightening. Though, do not fear telling me of your stories. Okay, no problem about the help. In fact you might want to read the little statement I put under here. (Winks.)
Alright my loyal reviewers I have only one more thing to ask of you. I know, I know, you are rolling your eyes and muttering, but hear(or is it read?) me out. A very loyal reviewer, Flame Ivy Moon, has started her first fiction, why don't you stop by her bio and read it? With only 4 reviews she needs a little feedback. However, if, (NO NOT IF,) will find out any of you flamed her, well I leave that to your imagination. After all a wolf is known for their loyalty, and she has been a great reviewer, and possible friend. As my name states I belong to the wolf, so she has my loyalty as well. Okay, thanks for your consideration.
Alright on a lighter note Kagome won.
I claim no ownership.
Usagi gritted her teeth as she lead her group further from Naraku's castle. She was holding her anger in, trying not to lash out at her new companion, as it were. Jaken had done nothing, but complain and bad mouth her, and she was really getting irritated with the toad youkai. The only reason she hadn't knocked him into next week was, he was Sesshomaru's servant and she wished not to incur his wrath. Also, he provided some twisted form of amusement for the children especially Rin. Right now she was on a venture to return Kohaku to his sister and re-establish the bond that was broken. Also, she had a few things to tell the Inu half youkai that might bring about her death. Like who really attack him, and where the real Kikyo presided. Her thoughts were halted by the continuing muttering of the toad youkai. "Jaken, shut up." She grounded out, but she was displeased by his actions. He further ignored her command, this time started a tirade on how he serve only 'Master Sesshomaru.' "I bet he was pleased to be rid of your presence." She whispered quietly to herself. She had sworn when Sesshomaru casually tossed Jaken near her, he smirked. Imagine her surprise when Jaken cut off quickly. Her nose picked up on foreign scents and she whirled protectively in front of the children. Usagi nearly let her serious countenance slipped when she saw what had happen. The half-youkai InuYasha had Jaken by the throat in the air with Tetsusaiga pointed at him with the other hand.
The demon slayer stepped forward peering anxiously at Kohaku. "Kohaku?" Sango questioned softly. Usagi felt Kohaku flinch subconsciously still dealing with his renewed memories and soul. Usagi knew Sango was his sister, knew she meant no harm, but she could not stop the maternal instinct to protect. So, she stepped back closer to the children, and let out a warning growl. Usagi watched sadly as Sango halted, and her eyes turned sad when Kohaku drew closer to Usagi. InuYasha dropped Jaken when he heard the warning growl and turned to the tiger demoness.
InuYasha was surprised when he saw the protective stance of the demoness in front of some familiar children. His eyes fell on the hanyou Shiori, his elder brother's traveling companion Rin, and Sango's brother Kohaku. InuYasha took a stepped forward, and was immediately rebuffed by the demoness. Her growl grew louder, and her tail began to flicker in agitation. InuYasha scoffed and raised his Tetsusaiga toward Usagi. "Move out of the way, and hand over your jewel shards." InuYasha ordered, not at all threatened by Usagi's warnings. InuYasha was joined by Kouga who leapt out of the trees to the left, his claws arched in warning. Usagi felt herself tremble in fear, and the need to protect and so for the second time that week, she felt her control slip.
Watching from a section of trees was Sesshomaru, he had smelt his brother in closing on the demoness he had left Rin with. Wanting to protect Rin he struggled with the fact that he had to stay in order to see if Usagi could defend Rin and the others. Gritting his teeth, he let a cold glance fall on his hanyou relation.
Usagi whispered for Kohaku to pull back, and asked the ginzuishou to place a barrier around the children. Seeing no danger to the children, she let herself half transform. Again she stood like she did when facing Sesshomaru in anger. This time though it was not over a mere blanket, they had threaten her children and herself. Usagi let out a fierce growl and ready her claws to draw blood.
InuYasha leapt first, as was his customary attack, swinging Tetsusaiga's blade down toward Usagi's head. She sneered and moved out of the way, catching Kouga's fist as it aimed for her movement. She tossed Kouga back into InuYasha and watched as they both stumbled from the impact. If Usagi had truly wanted to hurt them, she could of injured them greatly in that moment. Yet, neither of the demons noticed and leapt forward to attack again. With his speed Kouga aimed a kick toward Usagi's head who ducked and drew out her two-piece halberd. She heard InuYasha laugh at her puny weapon, but paid no mind, as she flooded the weapon with some of the ginzuishou's energy. Also, the purified shard from within added power, giving the halberd resistance to Tetsusaiga's blade. Every time the males would attack she would fend them off, but not counter-attack. She noticed Sango creeping toward her barrier surrounding the children, and she flipped back to stand protectively in front of them. Kagome, Miroku, and Sango gasped as they saw Usagi take a determine stance in front of the children.
Shippo had run off to hide, and Kirara stood off to the side not feeling any intent to harm from Usagi. However, the battle turned ugly as Kouga and InuYasha rushed threateningly toward Usagi. Their movements synchronized, Kouga lashed toward Usagi with his claws, as InuYasha swept Tetsusaiga for the backlash wave. Usagi knew she couldn't move or risk having the barrier collapse and the children harmed. She flipped up the halberd, locking with Tetsusaiga's handle, and using InuYasha's momentum to bring him in front of Kouga's strike. Kouga's claws imbedded themself into InuYasha's previously healed shoulder. Seeing his mistake Kouga leapt back, and Usagi used this chance to swing the halberd up with the locked sword. There fore using InuYasha's own strength against him, Tetsusaiga flew from his hand and returned to its original state. Yet, that made the battle take a dangerous turn, as a ominous wind ruffled InuYasha's silver bangs.
Sesshomaru with held the widening of his eyes of he saw Tetsusaiga land away from his hanyou brother. Monumentally surprised at how well Usagi fended off the two males, he mentally assess her strengths. After all if it was one thing the Taiyoukai admired, however silently, it was power and strength. His nose alerted him to the blood changes in InuYasha, and he prepared to step in for Rin's sake.
Usagi knew the shift in the wind was a warning, she brought the halberd protectively in front of her and the children. Again, she could of taken a major advantage when InuYasha paused to allow his transformation to overtake him. Yet, she wished no harm to the Inu-tachi, only to protect the children. Kagome finally understood, and used the power of the prayer beads to subdue the blood lusting InuYasha. "Osuwari." Kagome cried out, and Usagi watched amused as the hanyou met the ground intimately. Observing the slow pace of Kagome approaching she lowered her halberd, but did not relinquished her half demon form yet. She watched as Kagome placed the normal Tetsusaiga on the youth, and he returned to normal. Usagi nodded, and also returned to normal hanging the halberd to her side. She did not release the shield however, until they spoke and there was no threat. Kagome urged Kouga to come help her move InuYasha from strike range, both kept a weary eye on Usagi, but she caused no threatening movement.
InuYasha returned to his senses and shrugged off the help. Preferring instead to insult and growl at the tiger demoness. Usagi sighed and shook her head, her eyes borderline amused and bored. "Are we going to talk or fight again?" Usagi inquired. "If were going to fight, we've got better things to do." Usagi informed them, and waved a casual hand to the children. Also, including a ruffled Jaken.
Sesshomaru allowed his protective instincts to return as he saw the threat vanquished. He acknowledge that his protective instincts now ranged to the demoness as well, he noted this to be an extend form of interaction because of Rin. Seeing his charge well protected he head back toward the last sense of Naraku.
Okay, well then this chapter only included the Inu-tachi and Usagi-tachi. With a little mention of Sesshomaru and Naraku. Hmm, so much for hi, who are you and what do you want. No, instead, it's all fights, and instinctual care. Sesshomaru admitting protection toward Usagi? I must be struck by the happy feeling of Valentine's care. Bah! (Laughs and Shrugs.) Can't win them all I guess. Please review, and look this time Sesshomaru didn't think unkind thoughts toward Usagi.
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