Disclaimer: I do not own InuYasha; that right belongs to the talented Rumiko Takahashi. nor do I own the rights to One Piece; that right belongs to Eiichiro Oda.

Law was beside himself as he stared at the scene before him. Eyes narrowed, teeth clenched hard enough he'd have a sore jaw later. But when he'd left Bepo with the girl to watch her at her request, because Sehomaru wanted to hunt on the island they'd led them to. A very strange Island no less, because there was no magnetic pull for the Log Pose to mark. Add onto the fact that the route under the water they'd been led through was a graveyard for standard ships, yeah he had questions.

Though the quality of the water, fruit, vegetables, and other flora and fauna, were the best he'd seen on an uninhabited Island. And he'd found several rare, hard to find herbs for medicine. He had tried his best to make a good map of how to get back here, but he was sure that because there was nothing for the Log Pose to lock onto, he'd not be able to find it again. But still, that didn't excuse what he saw with his own two eyes.

There behind a barrier, made from familiar lilac-colored energy, was Bepo and Kagome. Both of whom were curled up, fast asleep. And if he were any other person, he'd say that it was cute. Kagome in Bepo's lap, as the said bear was leaned against a tree arms wrapped protectively around the tiny woman. Neither was aware of their surroundings. Even with the barrier in place, they were still sitting ducks.

"Do not take it too personally; she does this when she meditates. I have been a pillow more often than naught."

Not moving at the voice in his head, Law just grunted aloud, "I do not care. She has one of my best with her curled up as a giant pillow. Guard down. I won't tolerate this. It is insubordination."

A deep rumbling laugh echoed in the back of his mind as he glared hatefully at the barrier. He knew he couldn't touch it. And had warned his other crew members not to as well. This was something he'd have to explain — the knowledge he did not want to share. So, letting the frown get deeper, Law turned and walked away. There was no way he'd abandon one of his shipmates and good friends. There were things to be done.

"Is he gone, Sehomaru?" Kagome asked through their link.

She had woken up when she felt the group return. But didn't want to disturb her companion, who made an excellent fuzzy bed. In fact, she had had a long talk with the polar bear and learned a lot about him how he had come to be a part of Law's crew, their friendship. And it gave her more insight into the man himself.

"Yes, he is gone. But he is pissed," Sehomaru replied.

Sighing, Kagome wiggled a bit, only to grunt as the two strong arms tightened around her protectively. Peeking up, she saw that Bepo was still asleep, but he was now cuddling her. It was too adorable, and she had to bite back the squeal for the cuteness alone. The poor guy had pulled a 24-hour watch shift; she knew he needed the sleep. But dealing with a grump pant's Law was not on her books for the day.

"Beeeeeppppooooooo!" she half called, half hissed up at the bear.

When he just snorted, Kagome frowned and tilted her head back a bit more. She knew Sehomaru hated when she did this to him, hell most animals did. She took a deep breath and blew it across Bepo's snot. She was causing the giant teddy bear to jerk his head away and growl in warning. Though he didn't wake up, Kagome growled back at him. She couldn't move and was not about to zap him with purifying energy.

"If I drop the barrier, think you can try to wake him up?" she asked Sehomaru.

There was silence before she got a reply. It was less than stellar. Rolling her eyes, Kagome dropped the protective barrier. Waiting until Sehomaru was nearby, she craned her neck around at an awkward angle. She watched as she shifted from his animal form to humanoid. It was then she felt her skin crawl as his raw power, so much like his grandfather's, rushed across her skin. Which had the desired effect?

Next thing she knew, she was being lifted, bridal style in Bepo's arms as his body tensed, ready for battle. While Bepo was orientating himself, trying to figure out where the threat was coming from, Sehomaru shifted back into his animal form.

"Bepo... the captain was just here..." Kagome said, trying to distract the giant bipedal bear.

The soft growling that Bepo was doing ceased as he looked down a bit confused at Kagome. To which she just smiled warmly back up. She was again fighting back her urge to squeal at how cute he was, even if only seconds ago, she could have been ripped apart.

"The Captain?" Bepo asked.

She nodded her head and gasped as Bepo took off at a full run. The harsh jostling almost reminding her of a time long gone and bringing tears to her eyes as the scenery flew by quickly in a blur.

Law had not expected to turn around and see Bepo barreling towards him at top speed. But he stood there, arms crossing over his chest as they got closer, giving him a look at Kagome's face. He was quickly noting the tear-bright eyes. He could tell that they were not from fear. He'd seen those tears only weeks ago when she told him her story over a long few days and nights. They marked her recalling a memory of her past though he had no clue how Bepo holding her and running like that was triggering a memory.

When his oldest friend and crewmate skidded to a halt and placed the woman on the ground, he just lifted an eyebrow in annoyance — waiting for either of them to say anything. Of course, Bepo spoke up, apologizing, and asking what he could do to help. Kagome just seemed to be lost in her mind. Thinking on whatever memory she had recalled. So, after giving Bepo so orders, he shifted his body, so he faced the tiny woman ultimately.

"You left yourself completely vulnerable, along with my crewmember, Kagome," he said in a low, hushed voice.

The moment she whipped her head up and looked at him. He saw a brief flash of guilt before her eyes flashed with anger at his insinuation. But she didn't rise to the bait. She was choosing instead to stay quiet.

"I find that kind of insubordination to be the worst kind, other than selling out your crewmates," he continued.

When she frowned and growled at him, he knew he was pushing the right buttons. Though he kept his face and eyes blank, he was not wanting to let her know that he was enjoying her struggle, her anger.

"I would apologize, but Captain, you know better than anyone about my talents. And know we were safe. Nothing would have gotten in that barrier. Especially on an uninhabited island that you cannot get to without proper guidance," she snapped back, though her voice sounding strained, it was polite-ish.

He just lifted the other eyes brow as he continued to stare down at the woman. He was watching as she began to fidget and stand up straighter. Law knew that if he agitated her too much, he would get to deal with her rather intriguing companion. The said companion who has refused his offer to be studied multiple times. But he was sure he would eventually wear the demon dog down.

"You know, you don't have to take such pleasure in my discomfort, or my moods."

At her words, Law looked at the girl in shock. Not even trying to hide it. Only to see a triumphant and smug smile on her face. Those blue eyes were flashing in mockery of him and causing his mood to sour.

"Ah, sorry, Captain, did I overstep my bounds? Would you like to punish me? I will be a good servant girl... what do you want to do to me? Shall we take this to your quarters?"

Law visibly blanched and turned away. He was ignoring her completely. He had heard crass from women before. But it was just wrong to come from a person who looked like a sixteen-year-old, innocent virgin. And it didn't help that the broad kept her eyes wide, shimmering with a simpering look. It was embarrassing, knowing she was as old as she was and acting like that. In these moments, he just fucking gave up and would try to get her later when he got to experiment on her.

TBC!