Chapter 7:

Kagome's disappearance had been noted and Lady Tashio had endured a morning call from Lady Musou during which she informed Lady Tashio about all the kindness she had shown to her young relative over the years and how she had always suspected that Kagome would turn out to be a designing hussy who would shame her in this wicked manner .As for the Incomparable Ayame, she said that it was Lady Musou's treatment of her young relative that had forced Kagome to run away and she hoped that Kagome had taken refuge under such people who would treat her with the kindness she deserved .It occurred to nobody to link Kagome's disappearance to Inuyasha's visit , so when the news finally came its effect was stunning .

"Look at that!"Lady Tashio screamed causing Lord Hitoshi to cut his hand with the paper knife he was holding "Married ...By God."She sank into the sofa.

Lord Hitoshi took the letter from hr listless hands and studied its contents .He thought that Inuyasha was truly enamored with Ayame and that this letter that announced his marriage to one Kagome Higurashi was one of Inuyasha's jokes merely designed to alarm him and reduce his mother to a fit of vapors. However, a second perusal of the letter assured him that it was quite authentic, especially the part where Inuyasha informed him that the family lawyer would contact him in a few days .He saw end in sight .A third perusal of the letter however yielded a small amount of hope.

"This Kagome..."He began tentatively "Isn't she underage? I believe that her guardian could have the marriage annulled."

"Yes Brother "Lady Tashio was roused to animation "Tell them to set out my carriage .God knows that Musou woman owes me a lot of favors .Ten to one I think it is she that arranged this marriage, designing hussy that she is."

The same mail that delivered Lady Tashio's letter also delivered another letter to Lady Musou.

Dear Madam (it ran),

I am glad to inform you that you niece Lady Kagome has graciously consented to be my wife and we were wed in a small private ceremony at Hanover Square .If you wish to offer her your felicitations then all correspondence should be directed to Lady Tashio at Fenton's Hotel.

Inuyasha

Upon reading the curt letter Lady Musou felt all the rage and indignation that Inuyasha had meant for her to feel when he had gleefully penned it .Her hands curled into a fist over the letter positively shaking with rage and turned the full force of her anger towards Yuka who had the bad fortune to be at the wrong place at the wrong time .She waved the crumpled letter in front of Yuka's face and informed her that if only she had made liberal use of the Denmark lotion she had given her, this wouldn't have happened reducing the poor girl to a state of hysterics .At this crucial time Lord Musou entered and Lady Musou's attention was diverted to him .She turned towards him waving the letter and demanded what he meant to do about it .

Lord Musou took the letter and read it after which he exclaimed "Rubbish!"

Lady Musou was taken aback. Seeing that his wife was rendered speechless for a while, he proceeded.

"Seriously Madam, I do not understand why you are so agitated. Granted, that I do not support the Inuyasha's conduct, still, this is an excellent match. But I do not understand why this match does not meet our meet your approval."

"Me?"Lady Musou sputtered, "Do you expect me to approve Inuyasha's marriage to a penniless beggar? I would rather die!"

"Then no doubt Inuyasha knew what he was doing when he carried her off in that improper fashion." Lord Musou retorted dryly.

"Well, I will have this marriage annulled."

"You will do no such thing."Lord Musou said sharply " Unless you are a greater fool than I take you for. Pray, why do you wish to set aside so advantageous a marriage? Are you so desirous of giving the world the reason to say that you are jealous because Inuyasha would not throw the cap in Yuka's direction? For my part I am quite pleased to see Kagome who I always thought of as a nice little girl to be so creditably established .If I were you Madam, I would make no comments and accept this marriage with good grace."

These words of calm sense did not fail and Lady Musou upon further contemplation grudgingly accepted that this marriage was indeed advantageous. Consequently when Lady Tashio's landaulet stopped at her doorstep she was able to handle the situation with much more calm and poise.

For her part Lady Tashio found Lady Musou sympathetic to her cause, but it became apparent that she would do nothing to help her cause. They parted on bitter terms. Lady Tashio declared Lady Musou to be a harpy and came to the monument us decision of traveling to London despite her ' frail ' and 'ailing' condition to save her son from so ruinous a marriage.

When the Incomparable Ayame learned of this news she would have had to be a saint if she did not experience a strong sense of pique. Inuyasha was the first of her suitors to have found consolation elsewhere. However she was a good natured girl and fond of Kagome .She informed the bustling busybody who had informed her that she was very happy for Kagome and she always knew that Inuyasha was uncommonly fond of Kagome .She also hoped that they had a happy married life.

This graceful way of receiving the news found favor with Lady Mimiru."Very prettily handled Ayame." She told her daughter "But perhaps you should have been a little more tactful in your refusal of Inuyasha's proposal. That so brilliant a suitor as Viscount Inuyasha should find consolation elsewhere does not say well upon your consequence."

She paused a bit looking out of the window "Viscountess Kagome."She said grudgingly "Never expected to see that chit married before you. Dare say he married her in a fit of pique. I hope I live to see the day when he regrets his decision."

"Well mama "Ayame said quietly "I sincerely hope Inuyasha will be happy .In fact I will write to congratulate them both. "

"Well said Ayame."Lady Mimiru smiled "Perhaps it is time we return to London."

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Meanwhile Lady Tashio having reached London with her entire cavalcade sends urgent summons to her son .The messenger however did not find Lord Inuyasha and carried back the message that the Viscount was out of town. Herein Inuyasha had made a grave mistake .Had he only stayed in town and shown dutiful penitence, had only his bride turned herself over to her mother-in-law begging forgiveness and instruction, Lady Tashio could have been persuaded to see the advantages of this union and introduce her daughter-in-law into society. But nothing could have alienated her more than Inuyasha's behavior for which she considered Kagome entirely responsible. Unable to find Inuyasha she sends a message to her elder stepson to demand an explanation of him. However, the messenger informed her that Lord Sesshomaru was out of town .He had however left a sealed billet addressed to her.

Dear Mother (The words were neatly penned by Sesshomaru)

It would seem that Inuyasha has inherited our great and terrible father's weakness for human females. (Lady Tashio's eyebrow twitched but she continued) This Sesshomaru is pleasantly surprised with his choice though and was happy to act as a witness to the happy couple's human mating ceremony or as you say ...marriage .The Honorable Sir Miroku acted as the other witness. The ceremony conducted is legal and binding and at present the happy couple is away on their honeymoon at a location, this Sesshomaru does not have the privilege to disclose. This Sesshomaru would have apprised you of the situation in person but this Sesshomaru will be out of town due to a pressing errand.

Respectfully,

Sesshomaru, Lord of Westland.

Lady Tashio consigned the aforementioned letter to the fire and summoned Miroku. Unfortunately, she had mentioned the cause for her call and Miroku showing rare presence of mind bade his servants to inform the messenger that he was out of town. Driven by his instinctual urge for survival he canceled all his engagements and departed hot foot to join his friends at the hunting box in Lecieshire.

Baulked of so minor a prey as Miroku Lady Tashio lost whatever sense she possessed and proceeded to make her wrongs known and within the week the entire town was buzzing with the news of Inuyasha's extraordinary marriage.

It was then that Mrs. Drummond-Burrell, the most coldly proper of all the Almack's patronesses remarked to her freind Lady Jersey over a cup of tea that she would definitely not give the Vouchers for Almack to Inuyasha's young wife.

" I was at Governor Square visiting Lady Tashio "She sipped into the tea.

"Oh you mean Izayoi, that tedious creature."Lady Jersey chuckled

"In this case I do think that she has been shockingly used .Her son Inuyasha actually ran away with a girl of vulgar origin. Izayoi tell me that she is a governess or some such thing."

"Nonsense "Lady Jersey bit into the muffin "The girl is completely respectable .She is one of the Higurashies. I wouldn't say that it is a dream match, but only a silly goose such as her would make such a mess."

"Izayoi says that we shouldn't relax our rules only for her sake."

"Oh, that spiteful creature."Lady Jersey's eyes flashed "Maria was telling me that Inuyasha's bride is quite the fetching creature .She and Lord Sefton ran into them in Lecieshire."

"Lecieshire?" Mrs. Drummond-Burrell raised a haughty eyebrow "At this season?"

"Yes and Inuyasha was teaching her how to ride! Tell me Kate, have you ever seen Inuyasha undertake so much trouble on behalf of a female?"

"Well he should."Lady Kate's mouth twitched "Considering the fact that he married her ...Still, I must admit it is a bit strange."

"Maria tells me that Inuyasha is quite taken with her and I am tempted to give her the vouchers if Maria hasn't already done so."

"Well we all know that Lord and Lady Sefton's kind heart often lead them to bestow favors on people of questionable origin ...but if you are ready to take her under your wing..."

"Hardly Kate."Lady Jersey chuckled, "But all I am saying is perhaps that we should give the girl a chance .If her conduct is not appropriate then we'll have plenty of time to revoke the vouchers."

"You are right."

"And besides I am most eager to follow the course of this ramshackle marriage. Inuyasha is a wonderful man but the most selfish and arrogant fellow imaginable .I almost feel sorry for his little wife."

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