Kagome closed her eyes, fear gripping every nerve of her body. She backed herself farther into the wall as she could go, her entire body shaking. She let out an ear piercing scream as Fushigi began to advance on her.

Bedchambers

Sesshoumaru's eyes shot open as he heard Kagome's frightened scream. Bolting out of bed, he ran out into the main hall, his heart thumping wildly in his chest. Looking around, he noticed Tayoko running from the infirmary, herding Fushigi's offspring to a different hall.

"Tayoko! Where is Kagome?" He asked her quickly, ignoring the curious look from others. It wasn't until now that he realized that he had forgotten to put on a top. But it was too late to go back and get one, Kagome was in danger, and he had to know where she was.

Tayoko was shaking as she answered, the fear still fresh in her mind. "Kagome's in the infirmary, Lord Sesshoumaru-sama! Fushigi! My lord, he's gone mad! Lord Fushigi has gone mad!"

Sesshoumaru registered the information quickly before running off to the infirmary. He reached the open door of the infirmary in less then a second, thanks to his demon skills. "Fushigi!" he yelled, looking at the scene before him.

Fushigi had Kagome in the corner, his hand raised to strike her. Fushigi had lost all sense of self, drowning in his own rage. He had no idea what he was doing. Kagome was crying, her body shuddering as she whimpered.

Fushigi glanced over his shoulder at Sesshoumaru for a moment before turning back to face Kagome, raising his hand higher. "It's too late now." He growled, bringing his hand down.

Sesshoumaru raced over to Fushigi, ready to tackle him when he was suddenly knocked to the ground. Raising his head from the floor, he saw a strange demon fighting Fushigi. This new demon was a male, of the fox/kitsune variety. He was dark black, the end of his tail accented with a shock of white. He had a human look to him, aside from his tail and ears. He was tall and wiry, his black hair long and flowing. His ears were also a ink black, small tufts of white at the top. He was built, but also very lean. The new demon wore a dark black Kimono top, accented with white star bursts. His pants were a flowy black as well. He wore flat shoes, that moved easily with him. Around his head he wore a black headband, tied tightly with tassels flowing behind him. On the band bore the kanji for Love, in white. His black bangs were swept to the side, revealing clear grey eyes. Around his waist was two swords, and a small pack.

Fushigi roared in anger, swiping at the strange demon, who countered with a kick. The fight raged on as Kagome opened her eyes slowly. She saw Sesshoumaru on the ground and gasped, worry replacing the fear that once occupied her body. Although the fear was gone, she was still unable to move from her spot, her body still trembling slightly.

Sesshoumaru's eyes never left the battle, taking every opportunity to analyze the new demon. The new demon seemed very well skilled, his entire battle strategy unable to trace. There was a mix of very many fighting styles in his moves, and he still hadn't even given show to his swords.

"Mrgh!" The new demon finally connected the side of his hand to Fushigi, knocking him into a wall. Fushigi collapsed against the wall, on top of Kitty's unconscious body.

Smiling slightly, the new demon wiped his hands off on his pants. Brushing his hands to the side, he made his way over to Kagome, stepping over Sesshoumaru in the process. Once he reached Kagome he bent down on one knee, bowing to her. Raising his head he offered his hand, in which Kagome put hers in slowly.

"Good evening my Queen." He said, kissing the top of her hand softly. He raised up on both feet, still holding her hand in his.

"Uhm.. Hi…" Kagome said slowly, looking at him in the eye. His eyes were so clear..so pretty, she loved it. "Uhm..Thanks for rescuing me… ..?"

"My name is Loveless, my queen." He looked down into her stormy eyes, smiling gently. "I don't require any thanks, I'm quite happy I was able to save you."

Kagome smiled widely, getting lost in his eyes. "…Love..less."

Sesshoumaru looked at the two from his post on the ground, a growl rising up in his throat. He didn't like how friendly this Loveless was getting with Kagome. Pushing himself up, he dusted his torso off, moving towards the two.

Reaching Kagome's side, he turned to face Loveless, a sneer on his face. "I'm Taisho Sesshoumaru, Lord of the Western lands." He said curtly, poison dripping off every word.

Kagome blinked out of her stupor, turning her head to look up at Sesshoumaru. She didn't like the feeling she was getting from him. "Sesshoumaru.." she said quietly, slightly annoyed at his rudeness.

Loveless's smile faltered momentarily before picking up its brightness once more. He let go of Kagome's hand and bowed slightly to Sesshoumaru. "Pleased to meet you, Sesshoumaru."

Sesshoumaru's sneer grew colder, "I believe that my subordinates are required to call me Lord Sesshoumaru."

Loveless laughed, "Gomen Nasai, Lord Sesshoumaru. I didn't realize you were so strict around here."

Sesshoumaru's façade fell back into its normal passiveness, he wasn't going to be provoked by an imbecile like him. "I do believe that in my castle I deserve respect from those under me."

Kagome frowned, watching the two curiously. Loveless seemed absolutely aloof compared to Sesshoumaru. She raised her hand and touched Sesshoumaru's chest lightly, silencing him in whatever he was going to say next.

"Loveless, I apologize for my husband's rudeness. Would you join us for dinner, to make up for the absence of appreciation? I'm quite sure Lord Sesshoumaru-sama would be very eager to thank you for my rescue."

Loveless smiled warmly at Kagome, "I would love to join you for dinner."

Kagome smiled, "Okay then! You can go bathe in the bath house until dinner is ready, I'm quite sure your body would enjoy the relaxation after such a taxing battle such as the one you recently fought."

Loveless nodded, a cheery smile still on his face. "I'll see you tonight then." He bowed once more and left the room, following Atsuke to the bath houses.

Sesshoumaru frowned, "I don't like him."

Kagome scoffed, "You don't like anyone Sesshoumaru. He was really nice, he saved me. I think we atleast owe him some sort of thanks. Besides, it'd be nice to have some..happy company, hai?"

Sesshoumaru looked at her for a second before moving to leave the infirmary. Kagome huffed before following him. "You don't have to be such a sour puss about it."

Sesshoumaru stopped, "I am not being a sour puss. I just don't think trash like him should be in this castle."

Kagome stuck her tongue out at him, "Don't be like that. Your attitude makes me mad sometimes you know that!"

Kagome stared at him defiantly before storming out of the infirmary, telling the guard at the door to tend to Fushigi and Kitty as she walked past. Sesshoumaru blinked before running to catch up to her, slipping his hand in hers as he walked beside her.

A gentle squeeze from her hand told him that she forgave him for what just went on, earning a rare smile from him as they made their way to the bed chambers to change.

ENDE! Yay…I still write bad ..sadsadsad. Oh well. New love interest! What's in store for Kagome next? Inu Yasha and Kouga'll pop up in the story again soon! Oohhhh, what's gonna happeennn issit gonna be like, a love pentagon:D:D:D R&R!