The more time he spent with the kit, the more the boy's confidence grew.
The miko loved it.
Inuyasha hated it.
Though that was likely due to the hanyou being on the losing end of the kit's tricks. But as long as it didn't interfere with the safety of the pack, Sesshoumaru never felt the need to put a stop to it.
Especially since his brother seemed to be having just as much fun as Shippou.
Inuyasha would never admit to it, but his smirks were softer, his retaliations more playful.
Muscles relaxed as tensions ebbed, and it quickly became apparent that the trip was something to be enjoyed.
