Ignoring the pain in her side, Kagome slowly stood up, steadying herself against Sesshoumaru's front leg. He growled in warning, and she stayed close, just in case.
Inukimi's fur stood on end, golden eyes frantic as her muzzle darted around, trying to distinguish which one of them was the more significant threat.
Kagome held a hand up to her but was ignored, Inukimi wobbling away before swiping at the nearest tree.
It was their first encounter all over again.
She longed to get closer, but Sesshoumaru lowered his head, keeping his eyes on his mother as he ushered them back towards the citadel.