Authors Note: Don't own Inu-Tachi

Ok the lemon thing, everyone's telling me I should do what I feel comfortable doing so I decided. There is not going to be a love scene considering I don't feel all that right considering all my friends are reading this story and that's just odd for me, lol VERONICA! BUT there will be a kinda fade out and fade in thing going on, I promise, will not go higher then PG 13. Ok with everyone? And the moment you have all been waiting for… TA-DA! The partay. It's going to be F-U-N!

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o0Review Corner0o

To every one who commented on the previous problem with Kirara and Suzu, it's been fixed. I don't know what I was thinking.

Lady of Sesshomaru – Lol, I know, I loved it! And of course more kissing…fluffers

ArayaDragonMistress – I'm glad you started to read it. I hope you enjoy the rest!

Swimchic – LMAO, no they gotta take it slow so I can piss you guys off, lol. I love the Inu-Baka comparison.

Suriko song – Thanks for the info… I'll try that!

WaterGodess – I LOVE stories like that! I'll go as fast as I can…

Shezel – LMAO, fine, you can be the one to pour water on them… and be the one ripped to shreds by them…

Kouga's –Kitty – Of course it's gonna be a great kiss.

Reiko – Yup, it always has to be Jaken hunh…just hope he doesn't show up when they tryin to get busy… evil grin

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Chapter 17: Presenting…

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Kagome glanced up nervously at Sesshomaru as they headed down the hall. Sesshomaru was once more calm and cool, nothing like back in the room.

Sesshomaru kept walking. Trying to figure out how Kagome had gotten him to snap. He had never lost control before the way he had back there. There were a lot of factors that led to his actions. Her scent, she was in heat; that was enough to drive any demon up the wall. Another thing was that his instincts were telling him to take her as his mate as she was the perfect candidate. Also the fact of how he had never seen anyone more beautiful at that moment and to think she was with him. That and again, she was in heat. Also, as much as he didn't want to admit it, he really did like her.

Finally the two reached the place where they were meant to go. Kagome's heart was aflutter as Jaken finally called out her name. This was the moment she'd been waiting for.

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Inu-Yasha growled at Miroku who had just pushed Inu-Yasha by accident making him nearly spill his drink.

"Calm down Miroku. God, if this spilt on me I'd slit your throat in front of all these people."

"I'm sorry Inu-Yasha it's just that I can't see Kagome anywhere. And you were right. All the maids are old. It would be obvious if Kagome was here…"

"Hey it's dog breath."

Both Miroku and snapped their heads toward the annoying voice. Kouga, it seemed, was there to join in the festivities.

"What the hell are you doing here?" Inu-Yasha snarled.

"Well, actually, I was about to ask you the same question. But if you must know, I am here to claim back Kagome from being a maid for Sesshomaru. Besides, she's really hot in her demon form."

"Don't talk about Kagome that way you horny wolf."

"I will do what I please. I am a guest here."

"Well so am I."

Soon the two boys were head to head having what seemed like a growling contest. Sango was pulling on Kouga's arm while Miroku was having trouble prying Inu-Yasha away. But they all stopped and snapped their heads up when a kind voice could be heard behind them.

"Hello my son Kouga. Nice to see you here."

Kouga blushed a bit.

"Hello mother."

Both Miroku and Sango dipped into tiny head bows knowing who the woman was. She was Lady Keiko of the East. Her long brown hair lay about her shoulders. Her eyes were an emerald green. She was wearing a nice kimono that was green with silver wolves running across. She turned to Inu-Yasha and smiled kindly.

"You must be Inu-Yasha, the younger half brother to Sesshomaru. My have you grown since the last time I saw you. Last time I saw you was at the party your father held in honor of your birth. You were a small child only a few days old. I still remember bringing Kouga."

Now both men were blushing. It was the nicest comment though that Inu-Yasha had heard all night. Other would walk by and mutter mean things like Hanyou. Soon two other women came up to talk too. They were the remaining Lady's. There was Lady Yumi of the North who was a neko demon. She has long black hair and strange violet eyes. Also there was Miyoko who was the Lady of the South. She was a vixen demon with long auburn hair and gray eyes.

"Oh look! Inu-Yasha has finally come! How you've grown. And your Son has made his way here too Lady Keiko! What a nice reunion. I haven't seen either of you young men since you were pups." Miyoko remarked.

"Yes, they have grown up to be great men like their fathers." Yumi agreed.

And it continued the middle-aged woman spoke to both Inu-Yasha and Kouga. Sango and Miroku both noticed most of the other demons were glaring at the ladies wondering why they would even bother talking to the half-breed. The others who weren't glaring didn't care. Soon Lady Keiko came up with an interesting rumor.

"I'm not sure if you have heard of it but I have heard a rumor that Lord Sesshomaru will have an escort tonight."

Everyone was surprised at the comment, especially Inu-Yasha who would never have thought that Sesshomaru would ever get a mate let alone an escort. Lady Keiko nodded at the gawking Inu-Yasha.

"Yes, it's been around the past week that a young demon woman has caught his fancy. I think it's wonderful that he has finally found someone."

The other Ladies smiled and nodded in agreement. Inu-Yasha was trying to scratch his mind to figure out if he had heard any rumors about a super demon woman; one that was very beautiful, extremely intelligent and cunning, and finally really strong, because that was the only kind of woman Sesshomaru would go for. Nothing less then perfect would have to be Sesshomaru's mate. Not a moment later three men approached the group. It was the great Lords coming to get their mates. One man had long brown hair pulled into a ponytail and was wearing clothes that similar to Kouga. Inu-Yasha guessed this was the Lord of the Eastern Lands. The other man was a bird demon with blond white hair cut short and was wearing clothes like Sesshomaru's. He was the Lord of the Northern Lands. The final man was some kind of water/fish demon with medium length light blue hair who was the Lord of the Southern Lands. He was also wearing clothes in the similar design that Sesshomaru's were.

"Ah, it's nice to see two young men attending such an event. Kouga, you never showed up at ours." The Lord of the Eastern lands said cheerily.

"I'm sorry Father but I had some business to attend to in my clan."

"That's quit alright. It's nice to see you son."

"Inu-Yasha! How are you doing? You are growing up to be just like your father!" The Lord of the Southern Lands said smiling and holding out a hand for Inu-Yasha to shake. Inu-Yasha resisted but put his hand into the other mans.

The Lord of the Northern lands patted Inu-Yasha on his back.

"So what are you doing these days?"

Sango was quite surprised at how laid back these demons were. When they weren't battling they were almost human but she would never say that to their face. They acted laid back together. A good thing was that currently all the Lords were at peace with each other and weren't mad at each other or the party would have been different. The Ladies smiled at their mates. Soon Jaken went to the middle of the staircase where he had introduced the other lords and cleared his throat. Everyone cocked up their heads and then began to get into the two rows knowing what Jaken wanted from them. The rows were long as they went from the staircase to the chairs for Sesshomaru and his escort. There were a lot of people as the seats were at least 50 meters away from the stairs, and the lines went from the stairs to the chairs.

The line begun with the Lords and their Lady's, then it was supposed to be family of the Lords and their friends, then the lesser Youkai. The Lords lined up on the right. Kouga's parents were the last of the Lords. Inu-Yasha stood beside Kouga whom stood beside his parents. Miroku was on Inu-Yasha left and Sango was on Miroku's left. As soon as everyone was lined up the stupid toad cleared his throat.

"And now, introducing The Great Lord of the West, Lord Sesshomaru…"

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"And his escort, Miss Higurashi."

Kagome heard gasps as they heard the word 'escort'. She guessed that no one knew about her, and it was better they didn't. Well it was better in her mind; she wasn't, after all, the smartest, strongest, or prettiest demon as she thought. Kagome guessed that probably a lot of the other demons out there were more beautiful then her, but that was ok, because she wasn't like them, and Sesshomaru chose her. Kagome went forward as Sesshomaru started to walk.

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Once Inu-Yasha heard the name Higurashi he started to rake his brain, trying to figure out where he had heard that name before. It was there, but out of reach. Inu-Yasha's jaw dropped when a beautiful neko demon came into view with her arm around Sesshomaru's. This demon, he knew well as his friend Kagome. With her hair pulled up he say her face clearly. The kimono she was wearing accented her assets. Never had he seen her look so gorgeous.

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Kagome heard some gasps when she came into view, also the clapping stopped and people stood in awe smiling up at them. Some of the lesser demon men in the background were snickering about what they'd do to her if she was with them. Fortunately Sesshomaru also heard and let out a low silent growl before pulling Kagome closer to him. The woman near the men were either scolding the men or talking mean things about Kagome in envy.

Finally the two reached the center and Sesshomaru turned to Kagome. Kagome grinned and stared lovingly into Sesshomaru's eyes before putting an arm around his neck and leaning up to kiss him. Kagome saw a flicker in Sesshomaru's eyes before he leaned down and took her into another one of those blissful kisses. Kagome leaned closer deepening the kiss before Sesshomaru slowly pulled away and stared at her.

"Once again, presenting to you, The Great Lord Sesshomaru and his escort Kagome Higurashi." Jaken said again while cringing, which got an icy glare from Sesshomaru.

The clapping once more started up and Sesshomaru once more held out his arm. Kagome put her arm around his happily. Kagome's tail also swished gleefully. Sesshomaru un-expectantly stopped in front of one of the Lords and shook his hand, and then the hand of the man's mate Kagome guessed. Soon Kagome followed in suit. Next Sesshomaru walked up to the next Lord and his mate and the same thing happened. Once Kagome and Sesshomaru reached the third and final Lord something caught her eye, something red and white. Her heart thumped and she turned her head to see Inu-Yasha gaping at her in full glory. She finally caught his eye before quickly turning away and blushing. Sesshomaru watched as she held out her hand and shook the lord's hand and his mates. Kagome did take note that they both looked similar to Kouga, who was right beside them. Once again Kagome was caught off guard and watched Sesshomaru shake Kouga's hand resentfully. Sesshomaru carefully watched as Kouga held out his hand for Kagome, and growled lowly when Kagome shook it. Kouga smiled at Kagome earning a hostile stare from Sesshomaru.

Kagome lifted her head high as they headed over to the next hurdle. Sesshomaru's family, and their friends. Kagomes tail swished happily back and forth as she smiled at Inu-Yasha. She felt like hugging him and telling him she had been so stupid before. She wanted to talk to her friend. But of course she knew better.

"I see you have come my half-brother." Sesshomaru said half-heartedly as he shook Inu-Yasha's hand.

Kagome sensed Sesshomaru's heart was overcome with slight fear that Kagome still liked Inu-Yasha but that was something only Kagome would ever be able to figure out. Kagome happily took the hands of her friends and smiled at each of them.

As they finished Kagome took a deep breath of relief that her friends had shown up. She slowly leaned close to Sesshomaru as they began to walk once more, the other demons un-deserving of their handshake. Kagome once more heard the men talking and the women talking but Kagome paid no mind to them. As she walked by some men hooted and cooed but Sesshomaru ignored them. Kagome wondered why they were even invited. That was something she'd have to ask Sesshomaru later.

Once they finally sat down the band struck up some classical strange music and the grand lines disassembled. Some of the lesser demons were up to their tricks again, snickering and whispering yet none dared come to talk to Kagome or Sesshomaru. Kagome nudged Sesshomaru and he turned to her.

"Lord Sesshomaru, may I ask why those men and women were invited?"

Sesshomaru didn't need to ask which men and women to answer. He sighed.

"Tradition. Those people are the leaders of their clans and with them are their mates and kin. They act like they don't have any manners, it's pathetic considering how weak they are."

Kagome made a silent oh with her lips as she nodded and leaned back into the chair. Almost immediately after leaning back Kagome noticed the Lords and their mates coming up to them. Sesshomaru stood and held out his hand to help Kagome stand. Kagome put her hand in his and stood up gracefully. Without needing a reminder Kagome promptly put her arm around Sesshomaru's and walked up to the demons approaching. The Lady's smiled kindly at Kagome. The men begun to joke around with Sesshomaru though Sesshomaru didn't look like he wanted to joke around.

"Such a nice young lady you have here Sesshomaru-Sama! Kagome? That is your name is it not?" The Lord of the Eastern lands said cheerfully.

Kagome smiled and nodded at the kindness. She thought the other demons would be like Sesshomaru. From the books she had read it only talked about how they were great warriors and how their descent was of great demons. All to suddenly Kagome got board as soon as the conversation turned from her to political stuff, stuff that Sesshomaru seemed more into, though not saying that he didn't love all the attention his escort was getting. The fact that they liked her brought him pride. Noticing Kagome's displeasure the Lady of the Eastern lands chimed in to talk to Kagome.

"So, are you educated?"

"Yes, I am. Since I was young I went to school."

"So you can read and write?"

"Yes."

"Wow, impressive! A lot of girls your age can't read or write. Oh, wait your not a girl. How old are you?"

"16."

The Lady hesitated a bit before realizing Kagome meant in human years. The other ladies nodded when they figured it out also. Sesshomaru glanced at Kagome from the corner of his eye. She was doing well.

"16, how I remember when I myself was 16. What am I now? 35?"

"Not too old my dear." The Lord of the Eastern lands chimed in as the men started to acknowledge the women's conversation.

Once the woman started conversing with each other Kagome got board again until she saw another flash of red. Her heart skipped as she smiled. Inu-Yasha, Kouga, Sango, and Miroku were coming up to her. Sesshomaru was watching this and when Kagome looked at him he nodded.

"You may go out into the gardens to speak with them privately if you'd like. I'm sure you have a lot to talk about. I'll ask either Etsu or Kyoko to get you when you have to come back." Sesshomaru said blandly. Kagome smiled.

"Thank you my Lord." She mumbled before kissing him on the cheek before turning to stare at her friends.

They stopped coming towards her and Kagome and Inu-Yasha stared at each other for a bit. Kagome's smile of glee turning into a smile of nervousness; there was so much to be said.

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OMG That was an extra long, extra cool chapter! Lots of information you'll need in later chapters AND…. Dun dun dun, sequels and stuff. Yes, I am admitting there will be sequels…

Quote of the Chapter

I forgot it again last chapter, oh well…