The pair had enough sense to remain silent as she stepped closer, the barrier rippling as Sesshoumaru passed through. He stayed near the edge of the dome, and Kagome felt the brush of butterfly wings against the inside of her stomach.
The move was protective, but the level of trust he was showing her with his own mother was obvious.
"I'm not giving up on her."
"It would be understandable if you did."
Shaking her head, she sent out another wave of reiki, Inukimi's eyes focusing on her long enough to lower her muzzle into Kagome's outstretched arms.
"It's alright. You're safe."