LS:there's major plot twistage in this story. You've only gotten through the first of it.
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Sesshomaru and Katarina walked down to the banquet hall moments later, dressed to kill, but ready for anything. Sesshomaru wore black hakamas with a black haori scattered with stars and moons. His hair was pulled into a high ponytail like his father used to wear it.
Katarina was wearing a black kimono with a silver obi. The kimono was covered with stars, moons, and clouds in silver. Her hair was tied into a high, elegant bun, showing off the mark Sesshomaru made. She wore the amulet, showing that she was more than a normal mate.
Sesshomaru's arm was draped lightly around her waist. Her hand rested on his, but her other hand was cuffed into a fist nervously. Sesshomaru sensed her anxiety and rubbed his thumb along her waist soothingly.
"There will be many people there,"he said, his voice gentle,"Remember, you are not just mine, you are a general, and a general of the best in my army."
She nodded sowly, taking in what he was saying.
"The lords and generals of Africa and the mainland continent will be there as well. Because of what you've told me, you might want to talk to the Lord of the Egyptian Territories."
Remembering their conversation of memories, she nodded to that as well, wanting to know a little more about her past. Before she went to the training dojo, all she remembered was sand and tall structures shaped like triangles. She remembered scorching days and long, sweltering nights, but nothing else, exept the kind face she knew as mother, the regal face she knew as father, and the hate-filled face she knew as half-sister.
Sesshomaru sensed her train of thought and nuzzled her neck gently, helping her ease her worry. She took a deep breath and walked forward, Sesshomaru half a step behind her.
The servant opened the door for them. The hall was filled with people dressed in their crests and national garb. Katarina's eyes widened. There were so many people!
Sesshomaru smirked at her reaction. But his smirk faded as she picked her jaw off of the ground and held her head high. He stood behind her and watched as she gracefully walked into the room. He caught up to her and held her hand. Although she was showing off confidence, he could feel her had shaking.
They took their places at the banquet table and sat with the rest of the lords an ladies. They looked Katarina over, some with jealosy and hate, some with indifference, some with pride and happiness. But they all looked her over with respect. She was a general, after all.
The Northern Lord, without a lady, most noticed, sat, and the meal began. Sesshomaru talked to the Lord of the Mongolian region when a young nekoyoukai approached him. He looked at her before she began to talk.
"My lord,"she began, her voice high and grating,"The Lord of the Egyptian Territories would like a word with you and Lady General Katarina."
"Tell him that I shall oblidge,"he said in a cold voice,"but you must ask my mate yourself."
She bowed and stalked off, obviously angry that he made her take an extra trip He snorted. Insolence.
What is, Katarina replied, listening in on his toughts.
A servant is coming towards you, he responded. Sensing her nervousness, he asked, What's wrong?
Something familiar is here, but I can't place it, like a long lost scent.
His brow furrowed when he heard her respond to the servant and made her way towards Sesshomaru. Her brow was furrowed as well, her eyes portraying that she was somewhat lost in thought.
He wrapped an arm around her waist and followed the servant towards the center of the room, then through it towards a far corner when Sesshomaru caught scent of a cross between a moon youkai and a wolf youkai. A scent that matched his mates closely, but not quite.
A youkai sat in a chair as others mingled. He had black hair that ended at his shoulders and was braided into many tiny braids. He had deep, flawless tan skin, brown eyes that could definitely be mistaken for black, and a sun marking that graced his toned cheeks. He wore a loose fitting shirt in the finest gold color and cream colored, loose fitting pants that ended at his knees.
He must have noticed them, because he turned their way. He blinked and gasped. To Sesshomaru's suprise, so did Katarina. Their eyes were wide with shock, their mouths hanging slightly open. Katarina's hand flew to her mouth, her eyes started to tear up.
But it was the Lord that spoke first.
"K-Katarina?" he said hesitantly, almost fearful that it wasn't who he thought.
"Papa,"she said, letting the tears run down her face,"Papa."
He rushed towards her and, in one swift movement, had picked her up. Sesshomaru gave a slight growl as he did. The lord noticed this and gave him a small smile before putting her down.
"My apologies, my lord,"he began,"I am Lord Rasetuk, Lord of the Egyptian Territories, and father to your mate, Katarina Chaos."
"Lord Sesshomaru of the Western Lands,"he said, bowing,"She's not just my mate, but my finest general as well,"turning to her, he raised an eyebrow,"Chaos?"
"Papa!"she said, some what indignant, her eyes widening.
"Sorry,"he said,"Lady General. My dear, you've grown up well."
"I wish you were there to watch,"she replied.
"Maybe you shouldn't have run away from the dojo, mutt,"said a cold, high voice from behind them.
Sesshomaru and Katarina turned around. Sesshomaru's eyes portrayed confusion, but when he turned to, he saw an expression of pure hate and rage. Her eyes were narrowed dangerously and their color was brighter in rage. Her lips were drawn over her fangs in a snarl, and the color that resided in her face was gone.
Before them stood a girl her age, if not slightly older. She had pale skin akin to Katarina's, but her's held a sallowness that soured her appearance. Her eyes were a dull brown the color of tree bark. Her hair was thick, straight and black, braided into many braids and held up by a gold clip in the shape of a sun. She wore a tight-fitting top without any sleeves whatsoever in a cream color and a black skirt that reached her knees. she had no claws, no fangs, and no special appearance. She stood tall and haughtily in front of Katarina, who had taken a slightly defensive stance.
"Mellissia Rain,"Katarina spat.
"Katarina Chaos,"she smoothly said,"what an unpleasent suprise."
"Likewise, half-sister,"she replied with a snarl, something most didn't hear from her, including Sesshomaru, who stood by with concern.
Sesshomaru watched the sibling's exchange of barbed comments. Never, not even with his own late half-brother InuYasha, had he been so hateful. There's was a sibling hate, but what he saw between Katarina and this Mellissia person was loathing. They hated each other with their very being.
Mellissia took several steps foward until the distance between Katarina and her was within striking range.
"Well, father,"Mellissia said,"she hasn't changed much. Still the dirty mutt we saw when you sent her away."
Sesshomaru could feel her control breaking, but he knew he could only step in when a challenge was issued, and only to keep it from getting others involved. But as her comments drove her over the edge, he knew that if he didn't step in, it would get really ugly, really fast.
He stepped behind her and wrapped his arms around her waist, holding her gently, but firmly enough to tell her to cool it. He then directed his cold gaze towards Mellissia, who visibly flinched.
"General Mellissia, meet Lady General Katarina, my mate and my finest,"he said in a cold voice that bested hers.
She nodded and stalked off. He almost physically sighed, but he mentally sighed, and Katarina caught it. She turned to him, her gaze softened to the gaze he knew and loved, returning to the green and silver with the passion hidden within them, not showing.
"Was it that bad,"she asked.
He nodded, concern still etched into his features. He nuzzled her neck when a voice interrupted them.
"I need your help."Lord Rasetuk said uncertainly.
"With?"Sesshomaru replied, annoyed that he interrupted them.
"My people are rebelling more so than usual. I need your help pushing the rebellions down."
Sesshomaru thought about it. Egypt was known to have youkai that matched his strength and surpassed it easily.They were also known to be very brutal and violent. If he went, he may very well lose his life. Also, if he went, Katarina would come as well, putting her at risk. But if they refused help, they might lose a valuable treaty once the rebellions were quelled.
"We'll do it,"he said hesitantly,"How soon?"
"In a weeks time."
"We will be there."
"Katarina?"
"Hai," she said, turning to her father.
"You've grown into a beautiful young lady. I'm proud of you." he said, before walking off.
Sesshomaru, still holding her, watched her father's back as he talked to the lord of the Nigerian territories.
Later that night, as the banquet's guests were retiring for that night, Sesshomaru walked down a garden path with Katarina. His arms were wrapped around her waist from behind, and her arms were resting on top of his. Neither spoke, preffering the silence.
They turned and walked inside, towards their room, when Sesshomaru finally spoke.
"Chaos?" he said, smirking.
"It's my middle name,"she said, bursting into laughter.
"Why?"he asked innocently.
"I'm supposed to be a "guardian of Chaos", "she said, mimicing her father's voice, sighing.
"You now know where you're from."he offered.
"But we both met my half sister."she said unhappily.
"You know your father is alive."
"I don't know that my mother isn't."
"I'm still wondering why you seem so down."
"I'm tired."
"Oh."
"A mind is a terrible thing to waste. I'm glad they didn't waste one on you,"she said with an evil grin.
Sensing her joke, he smirked too and pushed her against the wall, rubbing up against her as he did so. Her scent spiked dramatically. He nibbled on her ear lobe before whispering in her ear.
"Now, who doesn't have a mind?"
"My sister?" she said playfully. He contemplated that before speaking again.
"Better."He said, before kissing her passionately.
She broke away and whispered seductively in his ear.
"Why don't we finish this somewhere private?" she said, licking his sensitive ear lobe lightly.
He nodded and transported them to their room. He opened the door and closed it behind them, looking deeply into her eyes and carrying her to the bed. He laid her down and crawled on top of her, capturing her lips once more.
He slid his hands up and down her body until they reached her arse. He grabbed her and grinded against her. She reached into his hair and pulled her closer to him, deepening the kiss slightly. She felt his tongue slide across her lip and she complied, letting him taste her, their tongues dancing together.
He untied her sash as she untied the sash around his waist, revealing both chests. He yanked off his hakamas and took the dagger from her hip and set in on the bedside table. His sword Tokijin had been set down earlier.
He broke their kiss and trailed hot kisses down her neck towards her chest. Grabbing a nipple in his mouth, he bit gently on it, listening to her. She mewled and reached her hands to his head as she arched into him. He bit down a little harder, still careful not to draw blood. She cried out slightly in pleasure.
He moved to the other one, giving it the same treatment. He then trailed kisses back up to her neck, suckling on it gently. She moaned and moved, giving him more access to the tender, soft flesh. Little did she know he was positioned.
He thrust into her hard. She cried out in carnal pleasure as he moved within her. She wrapped her legs around him, diving him deeper inside of her, bringing out more intense pleasure withing them both.
As she reached her climax, she cried out his name when she released. He came not long after. They laid there, panting, looking deep into each others eyes. She rested her head against his chest, breaking the eye contact. He brought her head back up to his and kissed her gently, tenderly.
He rolled them over and draped a blanket over them both. She snuggled into his arms.
"I love you,"she said softly, her voice ladened with sleep.
"And I love you too, Katarina,"he responded as she fell slowly asleep.
He stayed awake for a moment, stroking the hair out of her eyes, gazing at her, befor joining her in Dreamland.
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LS:It's twelve at night and I'm leaving for Hawaii tomorrow.
Sess:Why are you up?!
LS:::winces::Sorry! I had to finish this chapter.
Sess:Well, come back to bed. We leave early tomorrow.
LS:Okey. We are going to Hawaii. Me, Sessho, Spitfire, his fiance, and the rest of my Girl Scout troop for a week. I love you all dearly. Goodbye. I'll be back in a week and a day.
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Sesshomaru and Katarina walked down to the banquet hall moments later, dressed to kill, but ready for anything. Sesshomaru wore black hakamas with a black haori scattered with stars and moons. His hair was pulled into a high ponytail like his father used to wear it.
Katarina was wearing a black kimono with a silver obi. The kimono was covered with stars, moons, and clouds in silver. Her hair was tied into a high, elegant bun, showing off the mark Sesshomaru made. She wore the amulet, showing that she was more than a normal mate.
Sesshomaru's arm was draped lightly around her waist. Her hand rested on his, but her other hand was cuffed into a fist nervously. Sesshomaru sensed her anxiety and rubbed his thumb along her waist soothingly.
"There will be many people there,"he said, his voice gentle,"Remember, you are not just mine, you are a general, and a general of the best in my army."
She nodded sowly, taking in what he was saying.
"The lords and generals of Africa and the mainland continent will be there as well. Because of what you've told me, you might want to talk to the Lord of the Egyptian Territories."
Remembering their conversation of memories, she nodded to that as well, wanting to know a little more about her past. Before she went to the training dojo, all she remembered was sand and tall structures shaped like triangles. She remembered scorching days and long, sweltering nights, but nothing else, exept the kind face she knew as mother, the regal face she knew as father, and the hate-filled face she knew as half-sister.
Sesshomaru sensed her train of thought and nuzzled her neck gently, helping her ease her worry. She took a deep breath and walked forward, Sesshomaru half a step behind her.
The servant opened the door for them. The hall was filled with people dressed in their crests and national garb. Katarina's eyes widened. There were so many people!
Sesshomaru smirked at her reaction. But his smirk faded as she picked her jaw off of the ground and held her head high. He stood behind her and watched as she gracefully walked into the room. He caught up to her and held her hand. Although she was showing off confidence, he could feel her had shaking.
They took their places at the banquet table and sat with the rest of the lords an ladies. They looked Katarina over, some with jealosy and hate, some with indifference, some with pride and happiness. But they all looked her over with respect. She was a general, after all.
The Northern Lord, without a lady, most noticed, sat, and the meal began. Sesshomaru talked to the Lord of the Mongolian region when a young nekoyoukai approached him. He looked at her before she began to talk.
"My lord,"she began, her voice high and grating,"The Lord of the Egyptian Territories would like a word with you and Lady General Katarina."
"Tell him that I shall oblidge,"he said in a cold voice,"but you must ask my mate yourself."
She bowed and stalked off, obviously angry that he made her take an extra trip He snorted. Insolence.
What is, Katarina replied, listening in on his toughts.
A servant is coming towards you, he responded. Sensing her nervousness, he asked, What's wrong?
Something familiar is here, but I can't place it, like a long lost scent.
His brow furrowed when he heard her respond to the servant and made her way towards Sesshomaru. Her brow was furrowed as well, her eyes portraying that she was somewhat lost in thought.
He wrapped an arm around her waist and followed the servant towards the center of the room, then through it towards a far corner when Sesshomaru caught scent of a cross between a moon youkai and a wolf youkai. A scent that matched his mates closely, but not quite.
A youkai sat in a chair as others mingled. He had black hair that ended at his shoulders and was braided into many tiny braids. He had deep, flawless tan skin, brown eyes that could definitely be mistaken for black, and a sun marking that graced his toned cheeks. He wore a loose fitting shirt in the finest gold color and cream colored, loose fitting pants that ended at his knees.
He must have noticed them, because he turned their way. He blinked and gasped. To Sesshomaru's suprise, so did Katarina. Their eyes were wide with shock, their mouths hanging slightly open. Katarina's hand flew to her mouth, her eyes started to tear up.
But it was the Lord that spoke first.
"K-Katarina?" he said hesitantly, almost fearful that it wasn't who he thought.
"Papa,"she said, letting the tears run down her face,"Papa."
He rushed towards her and, in one swift movement, had picked her up. Sesshomaru gave a slight growl as he did. The lord noticed this and gave him a small smile before putting her down.
"My apologies, my lord,"he began,"I am Lord Rasetuk, Lord of the Egyptian Territories, and father to your mate, Katarina Chaos."
"Lord Sesshomaru of the Western Lands,"he said, bowing,"She's not just my mate, but my finest general as well,"turning to her, he raised an eyebrow,"Chaos?"
"Papa!"she said, some what indignant, her eyes widening.
"Sorry,"he said,"Lady General. My dear, you've grown up well."
"I wish you were there to watch,"she replied.
"Maybe you shouldn't have run away from the dojo, mutt,"said a cold, high voice from behind them.
Sesshomaru and Katarina turned around. Sesshomaru's eyes portrayed confusion, but when he turned to, he saw an expression of pure hate and rage. Her eyes were narrowed dangerously and their color was brighter in rage. Her lips were drawn over her fangs in a snarl, and the color that resided in her face was gone.
Before them stood a girl her age, if not slightly older. She had pale skin akin to Katarina's, but her's held a sallowness that soured her appearance. Her eyes were a dull brown the color of tree bark. Her hair was thick, straight and black, braided into many braids and held up by a gold clip in the shape of a sun. She wore a tight-fitting top without any sleeves whatsoever in a cream color and a black skirt that reached her knees. she had no claws, no fangs, and no special appearance. She stood tall and haughtily in front of Katarina, who had taken a slightly defensive stance.
"Mellissia Rain,"Katarina spat.
"Katarina Chaos,"she smoothly said,"what an unpleasent suprise."
"Likewise, half-sister,"she replied with a snarl, something most didn't hear from her, including Sesshomaru, who stood by with concern.
Sesshomaru watched the sibling's exchange of barbed comments. Never, not even with his own late half-brother InuYasha, had he been so hateful. There's was a sibling hate, but what he saw between Katarina and this Mellissia person was loathing. They hated each other with their very being.
Mellissia took several steps foward until the distance between Katarina and her was within striking range.
"Well, father,"Mellissia said,"she hasn't changed much. Still the dirty mutt we saw when you sent her away."
Sesshomaru could feel her control breaking, but he knew he could only step in when a challenge was issued, and only to keep it from getting others involved. But as her comments drove her over the edge, he knew that if he didn't step in, it would get really ugly, really fast.
He stepped behind her and wrapped his arms around her waist, holding her gently, but firmly enough to tell her to cool it. He then directed his cold gaze towards Mellissia, who visibly flinched.
"General Mellissia, meet Lady General Katarina, my mate and my finest,"he said in a cold voice that bested hers.
She nodded and stalked off. He almost physically sighed, but he mentally sighed, and Katarina caught it. She turned to him, her gaze softened to the gaze he knew and loved, returning to the green and silver with the passion hidden within them, not showing.
"Was it that bad,"she asked.
He nodded, concern still etched into his features. He nuzzled her neck when a voice interrupted them.
"I need your help."Lord Rasetuk said uncertainly.
"With?"Sesshomaru replied, annoyed that he interrupted them.
"My people are rebelling more so than usual. I need your help pushing the rebellions down."
Sesshomaru thought about it. Egypt was known to have youkai that matched his strength and surpassed it easily.They were also known to be very brutal and violent. If he went, he may very well lose his life. Also, if he went, Katarina would come as well, putting her at risk. But if they refused help, they might lose a valuable treaty once the rebellions were quelled.
"We'll do it,"he said hesitantly,"How soon?"
"In a weeks time."
"We will be there."
"Katarina?"
"Hai," she said, turning to her father.
"You've grown into a beautiful young lady. I'm proud of you." he said, before walking off.
Sesshomaru, still holding her, watched her father's back as he talked to the lord of the Nigerian territories.
Later that night, as the banquet's guests were retiring for that night, Sesshomaru walked down a garden path with Katarina. His arms were wrapped around her waist from behind, and her arms were resting on top of his. Neither spoke, preffering the silence.
They turned and walked inside, towards their room, when Sesshomaru finally spoke.
"Chaos?" he said, smirking.
"It's my middle name,"she said, bursting into laughter.
"Why?"he asked innocently.
"I'm supposed to be a "guardian of Chaos", "she said, mimicing her father's voice, sighing.
"You now know where you're from."he offered.
"But we both met my half sister."she said unhappily.
"You know your father is alive."
"I don't know that my mother isn't."
"I'm still wondering why you seem so down."
"I'm tired."
"Oh."
"A mind is a terrible thing to waste. I'm glad they didn't waste one on you,"she said with an evil grin.
Sensing her joke, he smirked too and pushed her against the wall, rubbing up against her as he did so. Her scent spiked dramatically. He nibbled on her ear lobe before whispering in her ear.
"Now, who doesn't have a mind?"
"My sister?" she said playfully. He contemplated that before speaking again.
"Better."He said, before kissing her passionately.
She broke away and whispered seductively in his ear.
"Why don't we finish this somewhere private?" she said, licking his sensitive ear lobe lightly.
He nodded and transported them to their room. He opened the door and closed it behind them, looking deeply into her eyes and carrying her to the bed. He laid her down and crawled on top of her, capturing her lips once more.
He slid his hands up and down her body until they reached her arse. He grabbed her and grinded against her. She reached into his hair and pulled her closer to him, deepening the kiss slightly. She felt his tongue slide across her lip and she complied, letting him taste her, their tongues dancing together.
He untied her sash as she untied the sash around his waist, revealing both chests. He yanked off his hakamas and took the dagger from her hip and set in on the bedside table. His sword Tokijin had been set down earlier.
He broke their kiss and trailed hot kisses down her neck towards her chest. Grabbing a nipple in his mouth, he bit gently on it, listening to her. She mewled and reached her hands to his head as she arched into him. He bit down a little harder, still careful not to draw blood. She cried out slightly in pleasure.
He moved to the other one, giving it the same treatment. He then trailed kisses back up to her neck, suckling on it gently. She moaned and moved, giving him more access to the tender, soft flesh. Little did she know he was positioned.
He thrust into her hard. She cried out in carnal pleasure as he moved within her. She wrapped her legs around him, diving him deeper inside of her, bringing out more intense pleasure withing them both.
As she reached her climax, she cried out his name when she released. He came not long after. They laid there, panting, looking deep into each others eyes. She rested her head against his chest, breaking the eye contact. He brought her head back up to his and kissed her gently, tenderly.
He rolled them over and draped a blanket over them both. She snuggled into his arms.
"I love you,"she said softly, her voice ladened with sleep.
"And I love you too, Katarina,"he responded as she fell slowly asleep.
He stayed awake for a moment, stroking the hair out of her eyes, gazing at her, befor joining her in Dreamland.
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LS:It's twelve at night and I'm leaving for Hawaii tomorrow.
Sess:Why are you up?!
LS:::winces::Sorry! I had to finish this chapter.
Sess:Well, come back to bed. We leave early tomorrow.
LS:Okey. We are going to Hawaii. Me, Sessho, Spitfire, his fiance, and the rest of my Girl Scout troop for a week. I love you all dearly. Goodbye. I'll be back in a week and a day.