First of all I'm going to apologize for not updating a lot sooner. A little thing called life got in my way, but I'm back now with a new update for everyone. Secondly, I'd like to thank everyone once again for all the reviews. I can't believe I've got over 60. You're all awesome! Lastly, this is once again a short chapter, just because I'm really short on time at this moment. Enjoy!
Chapter 12 - Engagement
Disclaimer - I do not own Inuyasha or any other character relating to it.
"Inuyasha, you baka, get back here! I wanna see the present!" yelled Shippou to the quickly shrinking figures.
"So where do you suppose Inuyasha's taking her?" asked Miroku.
"Leave them alone Miroku. Obviously Inuyasha doesn't want you and your lecherous mind anywhere near him right now," said Sango while walking back to the hut.
Everyone else followed Sango's lead and returned to their original spots on the floor of Kaede's hut. Shippou was still grumbling about Inuyasha being a baka and not letting everyone else see his present when Kirara nudged his arm to gain his attention.
"Shippou, why don't you go and play with Kirara until Kagome gets back. She hasn't had much exercise,"said Sango, trying to get Shippou out of a bad mood.
Shippou just stood up and gestured Kirara to follow him outside.
Miroku, noticing that everyone was currently occupied doing something else, moved closer to Sango and wrapped his arm around Sango's shoulders. Fearing she might hit him upside the head with her giant weapon, he opted for a safer embrace. "Now my dear Sango, you wouldn't happen to have something in mind for our current alone time would you?"
"Miroku, I actually wanted to talk to you," said Sango looking at the floor, for the fear of Miroku's reaction to what she was about to say.
However, Miroku knew something was on her mind when she did this. Having spend the better part of five years travelling with the same people, he was able to pick up on certain body positions to know when something was bothering Sango. "What's wrong Sango? You know you can tell me anything right?" asked Miroku, rub Sango's shoulder to show his concern.
"Well, I was just thinking back to when we were still trying to defeat Naraku and we were staying at that village only inhabited by women at the time."
Miroku knew what she was talking about and smiled slightly at the woman he loved. Not wanting to interrupt Sango's thoughts, he remained silent and waited for what she said next.
"I…um…I was wondering if what you said to me by the lake held any truth for today?"
Miroku turned Sango to face him and he smiled at her. "Why would you even ask a question like that. Of course it holds truth. You're the only woman I want to be with Sango. You're the light of my life and I would give my life to you this minute if you would have me."
Tears instantly came to Sango's eyes. She couldn't remember a time when felt so free to show her true feelings without having them tear her apart in the end. Fearing her voice wouldn't work even if she tried, she opted for a more physical reply. She cupped Miroku's face with her hands and kissed him tenderly, hoping he would understand her unvoiced answer. Miroku's eye's fluttered closed when Sango's lips touched his own. Not having actually felt this light, he did what came naturally. He wrapped his arms around Sango's body bringing her as close to him as possible. Sango returned Miroku's actions by wrapping her arms around his neck and deepening the kiss. Miroku parted his lips slightly and reached out with his tongue to gently message Sango's lips open for him. She complied completely. The next thing either of them knew, it was a battle for dominance. The battle soon ended when they both pulled away for a much needed breather.
"I love you Sango, with all my heart and would be the happiest man alive if you would marry me."
"I love you with all my heart Miroku and have been waiting forever to say yes!"
Each was content to hold each other in silence, knowing that this was only the beginning of their journey together.
Outside the Hut
Shippou didn't really want to go out and play, but he knew Sango wanted to be left alone with the monk. In reality, he didn't understand why. She never usually wanted to be left alone with his wondering hands, but something was up and Shippou, being a curious child, was going to find out one way or another. He opted to spy on the unsuspecting party.
He crept up to the door and gently lifted the mat just enough so he could see what was going on. Kirara had joined Shippou, being curious as well. What they saw was something they had been waiting for. Kagome had often mentioned that Sango was in love with Miroku and visa versa, but this just sealed it. Shippou and Kirara couldn't watch their two kissing companions anymore. It was just down right embarrassing to walk in on that.
Shippou, having decided that he was too young to know what it all meant, walked a little farther away from the hut with Kirara and played with her as instructed.