Disclaimer: Looks through legal papers Nope, still don't own InuYasha or any of the other characters.
I am so sorry that this took me so long to update! Thanks to all my loyal reviewers. I hope you all enjoy the chapter!
I thought this title suited both the demons and Kagome.
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Kagome placed the cool cloth on Rin's forehead as Sakurako entered the room. Kagome noticed that she held a light blue kimono with beautiful silver doves flying across the bottom and sleeves. The kimono was accompanied by a navy blue obi and a white under robe.
"My Lady-"
Kagome cut her off to tell her once again, "Please, call me Kagome. I am of no nobility."
"It doesn't matter Lady Kagome. You are a guest of Lord Sesshomaru's."
Kagome gave a sigh and then asked, "Can you at least call me Kagome when Sesshomaru isn't around?"
"As you wish Lady-"
"Kagome."
"As you wish Kagome."
"Thank you. Now, what did you come in to tell me?"
"Oh yes, Lord Sesshomaru wanted me to give this kimono to you. He would like you to wear it while you are staying in the castle."
'I guess my school uniform is a little…embarrassing to a demon lord.' Kagome usually got upset when someone insulted her uniform, but the kimono was just too lovely to pass up. 'Maybe I can talk him in to letting me keep it.' Kagome smiled and then approached Sakurako.
"It's very lovely."
"Yes, it was the Lord Sesshomaru's mother's."
"Really?" Kagome lifted the kimono up in front of her to inspect it before looking back to Sakurako. "I can't…I can't accept this."
"Why ever not? Is it not to your liking?"
"No! No it is very much to my liking. I just can't accept something so beautiful, especially if it belonged to Sesshomaru's mother. It wouldn't be right."
"But Lady, I mean Kagome," Sakurako just couldn't help but to notice how lovely her name sounded and how well it suited the human in front of her. "Lord Sesshomaru picked this kimono out himself. He wanted you to wear it to dinner this evening."
"Really?"
"Yes, of course. He said that this one would compliment your eyes the best."
"Did he really say that or are you just trying to get me to wear it tonight."
"Both. He didn't say those exact words, but once you know Lord Sesshomaru long enough you learn to…decipher his words. He says one thing, but means another. You'll get use to it."
"Yeah, InuYasha is like that too. It must run in the family."
There was a pause followed by laughter.
"Kagome?"
Kagome turned around and saw that Rin had awoke and was staring wide-eyed at her and Sakurako. Kagome walked over to Rin and removed the cloth she had placed on her forehead earlier. She dipped it back in to the cool water and wiped Rin's face.
"How are you feeling Rin?"
"A little better. I feel a little warm."
"Yeah your fever hasn't gone away yet. Well, it's time for your medicine. Do you want some water or tea?"
"Water please."
Kagome poured a glass of water and then rummaged through her pack. Eventually she found the children's chewables and took two out. She brought the water and medicine over to Rin and then turned back to Sakurako.
"Okay, you win. I'll wear the kimono, but I still feel bad."
"You have no need to. It's an honor to be given such a gift by Lord Sesshomaru. You should accept it. You're worthy of it."
"Gift?"
"Yes."
"You mean…I…I get to keep this?"
"Of course. Lord Sesshomaru is giving it to you. He wants you to wear it and he wants you to keep it. It is Lord Sesshomaru's way of thanking you."
"But…it is too fine a gift for me."
"It is not!" Sakurako accidentally shouted. Kagome looked over to the usual calm demoness. Kagome noticed the shocked expression on Sakurako's face. It seemed that she was as surprised as Kagome.
"I am so sorry. Please forgive my outburst."
Kagome continued staring until she couldn't hold on any longer. She burst in to a fit of laughter. When Kagome finally calmed down she started talking again.
"Don't worry about it Sakurako. I'm sorry. It's just…I didn't expect you to ever lose yell."
"Please forgive me."
"For what? You win I will wear it. I'll go put it on right now, okay?"
"Alright."
Rin had been watching on with amusement. It appeared she did have some entertainment!
"Rin, do you mind if Sakurako watches you while I go and change?"
"Alright Kagome."
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Sesshomaru walked down the hall toward his room. It was probably the only time he ever used his room. He was expecting the other demon lords and ladies this evening. He hated hosting people in his home.
Sesshomaru arrived at his bedroom and walked in. He picked out his formal attire and went to his private bathing facilities to change. All the while reminding himself that they would only be staying one night.
He walked back in to his room in his new clothes. The thing he liked about his formal clothing was that the patterns remained the same. The sakura petals were light blue instead of red. His obi was dark blue and light blue. The colors reminded him of the kimono he had picked out for Kagome.
'Damn my mind. It betrays me once again.'
Sesshomaru had been trying all day to keep the woman from his thoughts, but she somehow always strayed back in.
Then he remembered the kimono he had picked out for her. It was a light blue with beautiful silver doves flying across it. He had picked it out for her, because he thought it would compliment her curvaceous figure and bring out the highlights of her hair.
He also picked it out, because of what it meant to him. It had been one of his mother's favorites. He had hoped that Kagome would enjoy it. He never did understand the minds of women. How was he to know what she would like. All he knew was that he wanted to thank her in someway for taking care of someone important to him. Rin.
Sesshomaru also wanted her at his side tonight. He knew that there would be an unlimited amount of questions awaiting him at the table, but he also knew that every one of the lords would be highly impressed that a miko would dine with a room full of demons.
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Kagome looked down at herself and twirled around. The kimono really was beautiful.
'I think elegant is the right word to describe it.'
It wasn't just elegant, but comfortable. It was made of the finest silks. She felt guilty wearing such clothing. If she ruined it at dinner she would never forgive herself.
'Well, duh! Just don't ruin it!'
Kagome stepped out of her room and slid the doors shut. As she was walking down the hall she saw Sesshomaru coming out of his rooms. He had obviously change clothes also. She couldn't help but stare at him for a few moments before she decided to thank him.
"Sesshomaru."
Sesshomaru turned at his name and saw the object of his every waking thought standing before him in the kimono he had chosen for her. He had to keep his inner battle with himself in check. She looked like a fallen angel.
"Yes?"
Kagome looked him up and down as quickly as she could before returning her gaze to his eyes. She wasn't sure, but it looked like Sesshomaru was checking her out!
"I…" All of a sudden the air seemed a lot thinner, like someone was trying to drown her. "I just wanted…to thank you. For the kimono."
Sesshomaru raised an eyebrow. Did she not realize that this was his way of thanking her.
"Thanks are not in order."
Kagome gave a huff. "Can't you just say you're welcome?"
'Honestly! He and InuYasha are almost identical! One of these days I'm gonna-'
"You're welcome."
"Huh?"
"I said you're welcome."
"Oh. Ah, Sesshomaru?"
"What is it now?"
"Who is going to be at the dinner tonight?"
"The other demon lords and their mates."
"Umm, do you think…that it will be okay if I'm there? Don't you think they'll be…offended?"
"Perhaps. However it is not their place to say who I can have in my home. Now, how is Rin's illness?"
"She still has a fever, but she's feeling better today. She can get out of bed in a couple of days."
"I see. I will see you at dinner."
"Alright."
And with that the demon lord left the priestess.
'Oh boy, I hope he knows what he's doing. If I end up dead I'm going to come back and haunt him.'
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A/N: I am so sorry that it took me so long to update! Thanks to all my lovely reviewers! I really appreciate all the support I get from you guys! I'm planning on updating all my stories every Sunday, but this past Sunday I was helping some friends of the family. Their house was destroyed by a tornado and it took all day to help clean up the mess. Of course that wasn't enough! Then I had laundry and other chores to do! So I apologize again for the wait.
-AnimeGurlie