(A/N: Yes... yes... yes... I know this chapter is kind of short. But I'll update another chapter soon. Think of this as an early Christmas gift. I'll definitely update another chapter right before new years if that makes anyone feel better. I'll also try to update my other story. I'm thinking of changing the summary for Kissed by the Heart. Well enough of that, let's get on with the chapter.)
Disclaimer: I'll make it loud and clear; I DON'T OWN INUYASHA OR YU YU HAKUSHO (although that part hasn't been mention much...)
Chapter 5: His Parents
"Shippo?" it wasn't very loud but apparently it got the attention of both the foxes sitting at the table. Kagome shook her head sadly at the depressing thoughts of her adopted kit, "Sorry, it's just that your eyes reminded me of a friend of mine. You two look so much alike, almost as if you two were related. But he died."
"No harm done miss," replied the male fox but the female fox had a thoughtful look on her face.
"Ship-po... I like the name. Koi, would it be alright if it turns out to be a boy that we name him Shippo?" the female fox asked her mate.
"Sure, love," the male fox replied with a loving voice.
'No wonder they resemble Shippo-chan... he has his mother's hair, ears, and personality while he looks so much like his dad... green eyes, cream coloured tail, the same slender face... yup they're related!'
Kendoshi was motioned to the seat on Sesshoumaru's left and then beside him sat Kaze. Kagome beside Kaze and was somewhat facing Shippo's mother. After Kendoshi's report about the north, the food was then brought in. They ate relatively peacefully and had small talk.
By that time, Kagome had introduced herself as Kage and found out that Shippo's dad, Isamu, was the general in the south and Shippo's mom, Arisa, was his second. As Kagome's suspicions were correct, Kendoshi was Kouga's father. His second was none other than Kouga. Luckily Kouga had business to take care of like bringing Ayame back to the North.
"Kendoshi, will Kouga be at my castle tomorrow?" All of them were finished their meals and was startled by Sesshoumaru's question.
"No, milord, it will take some time for him to return the Ayame-sama to the Northern lands. I will tell him that you wish to see him," Kendoshi replied and Sesshoumaru nodded.
"Isamu, Kendoshi, Kaze, and Kage you will meet me in the dojo at dawn tomorrow. I would like to test out your skills." All four of them nodded.
"Sesshoumaru-sama, may I watch? I would like to see how much their abilities have improved."
"If you wish Arisa," seeing that everyone finished their food Sesshoumaru also dismissed them.
Kagome exited through the door and made her way over to one of her favourite gardens. Kagome made her way to a large sakura tree in full blossom. Even in the night, the garden had an enthralling look to it. Looking to her right there were two figures shrouded in the dark making there way over to her.
"Kage-sama, what a coincidence meeting you here," the voice came from the taller figure. Stepping out of the shadows, Kagome caught a wisp of cream hair, "My mate and I were just coming out for a nightly stroll."
"Isamu-sama, Arisa-sama, I was just out here looking at the stars and getting some fresh air. I'm not used to being stuffed into a room," Kagome turned her gaze at the glittering stars that littered the sky, "It's a wonderful night isn't it?" The foxes turned their attention to the clear sky and just enjoyed each other's company.
"So Arisa-sama, when are you due?" the red kitsune blushed a pretty pink that didn't go unnoticed by both Kagome and Isamu earning only small chuckles. Playfully hitting Isamu's arm, Arisa answered Kagome's question,
"I'm expected to go into labour by the full moon after this." Kagome located the sliver of a crescent moon that was going to be a new moon in a couple of days.
"So about thirty days?" looking back at the couple she saw Arisa nod, "why don't you join me? It doesn't seem very comfortable standing there." Both foxes smiled and walked under the tree and sat down beside Kagome.
"So what's a rare breed like you doing in Sesshoumaru-sama's castle?" without looking at Isamu, Kagome answered his question.
"I was a traveller, and I came across a village that mentioned that Sesshoumaru-sama's general needed a second. At first I just wanted to meet him but I don't know I guess it's just the fact that he seems so lonely that I want to take up the position." Isamu's eyebrow quirked up while Arisa just kept quiet and listened to their conversation.
"Don't tell me you're falling for our lord?" this caused little giggles to come from Kagome.
"It's not like that. I think of him as an older brother, although I just met him," 'me and Sesshou? Now that's funny.'
"Hey Kage-sama, there is something different about you from other youkai isn't there?" the soft whispers from Arisa startled the two other foxes.
"Well... I guess you could say that... but then again there isn't a living soul that is exactly the same," Kagome looked at the red haired fox who was glancing at the sky intently.
"No that's not what I mean. It's more how mostly all youkai have a bloodlust but you..." Arisa let the sentence trail. But after awhile she smiled warmly and turned her gaze to Kagome, "You are truly something special. Although I don't know what it is you're hiding, I have a feeling I would be able to trust you with my life."
"As have I. This might sound strange because we just met but I have a feeling that I owe you something in life. It is as if you have protected something or someone important to us before..." there was a slight pause where Kagome actually thought about what they were talking about until realization hit her. 'Shippo-chan...', "Ah... think nothing of it... I think the travelling is making us drowsy. My mate and I will retire for the night. We will see you at dawn, Kage-sama"
"Hmm? Yeah... goodnight," Kagome turned her attention from the edge of the forest where she thought she saw a flash of white back to the retreating couple, "I'll see you two in the morning." When there were back inside and out of the hearing range, Kagome melded back into the shadows and headed in the direction of the flash.
(A/N: I wonder why no one commented on Kendoshi. O well. I hope you enjoyed this. Hope you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.)
