This month has been crazy. So glad it's over. I'm glad you all liked the last chapter, made me happy. This chapter moves plot along. From here on out it's going to have so many twist and turns, your heads will spin. Have fun, hope you don't get confused :)
Disclaimer: I never have nor will I ever own Inuyasha.
Chapter 29: Messenger
Kagome can prove for a fact, she was still not use to the wake up call she received from a crying pup. Moaning, she turned over and opened her eyes. The first thing she sees is a certain inu-youkai hovering over her, Mizuki wrapped in his pelt. "Uh... good morning?"
"I was about to wake you," Sesshomaru replied giving her space to get up before he handed her the pup.
"Thank you," she said turning around, her back turn to him so she could feed the pup. 'Why do I feel like he's just staring at me?' She turned her head slightly and peeked through the corner of her eyes. Blue met gold and she faced forward quickly. Yeah, he was definitely staring at her. Kagome almost sighed when she heard the door knock.
"Come in," the inu said taking his eyes off the miko. He didn't even realize he was watching until she turned around. He watched as Tsume walked in and bowed to him.
"Good morning Lord Sesshomaru. Good morning Kagome," Tsume greeted.
"Tsume, good morning," Kagome replied with a smile. "Come to get me?"
"As always," the demoness replied with her own smile. "Will you be having breakfast?"
"Yes, thank you."
"Oh yes, before I forget." She faced the in-youkai to address him. "Hayate informed me that the fire-cat that travels with Kagome's companions is heading in this direction."
"Kirara?" Kagome questioned. "Wait, is it only her?"
"It would seem so." Tsume said.
Kagome turned her eyes to the daiyoukai. "Something must have happened. In the past we never sent Kirara by herself unless it was to find or warn each other."
"When the fire-cat arrives bring her straight to us." Sesshomaru said to Tsume.
"I will pass the message on," the demoness replied before exiting the room.
Kagome was now anxious. Did something happen? Had her friends gotten into some kind of trouble? Was one of them hurt? Were they all hurt? She was on the verge of panicking when a hand grabbed her chin and force her to look up.
"Stop that," Sesshomaru said firmly, staring in her eyes.
"Stop what?"
"Your scent is covered in fear. It's overwhelming."
"What do you expect me to do? My friends could be hurt while I'm here pro-"
"Did you forget you have been targeted plenty of times within my domain?" He asked still holding her chin, albeit more gentler now.
Kagome closed her eyes and whispered. "No."
"Good." He let go of her and sat beside her. "If your friends are indeed in any trouble, I will send someone to aid them."
"Thank you."
"And miko."
"Yes?"
"The pup is done feeding."
Kagome's eyes shot opened and she stared at the inu, cheeks reddening by the second. She was speechless. He just sort of peered at her before getting up. Kagome just let out one long sigh before she removed the pup and properly covered herself. Did he really needed to say that so damn casually? Taking the pup in her hands she walked with him out the door. The only thing breaking the incredibly awkward (awkward for her) silence was the constant bubbly noises Mizuki was making as she gnawed on Kagome's kimono sleeve. They walked into the dining hall, everyone waiting for them.
"I was just about to get you," Tsume said when a bouncing little fire-cat ran up to Kagome.
"Kirara!" Kagome greeted the little creature as it jumped on her shoulder.
"She was carrying a message for you," the demoness handed her a small scroll and took the pup from her hands.
"Thank you," Kagome said quietly and opened the scroll. She walked to her usual seat as she read the contents. Sitting down, she let out a sigh and scratched the sides of her head.
"Is everything okay, okaa-san?" Shippo asked worriedly.
"Miroku was attacked by Naraku and Kagura." Kagome responded honestly.
"What? Is he okay?"
"He's fine. Sango got to him in time and took him to Mushin. That's where they are right now."
"Where was he attacked?" Sesshomaru asked.
"Mount Fuji. It says he went to meditate and possibly dive into the spirit world."
"Did it work?" Shippo asked.
"Yeah. He spoke with the old monks involved with Katsurou's defeat. They gave him the list of supplies to create another seal."
"What are the supplies?" The daiyoukai questioned taking the scroll from her hands. "Most of this is doable. Except for the dragon tooth."
"Yeah I figured. You don't suppose Isamu would be willing to lend us one?" She said jokingly.
"Unlikely." Sesshomaru replied, rolling back up the scroll. "For now, you need to eat. I will send a reply when you have finished."
"Understood. Thank you."
Inuyasha was getting impatient but he knew he needed to wait until Kirara returned with a reply. It had only been a day after all. Still, he couldn't help worrying about Kagome. How could he be certain that his brother would keep his promise and protect her. Hell, the only reason he's letting her stay with him was because of the inu-pup. At least that's what Inuyasha thought. His companions all just stared at him as he continued to fidget.
"You know, Inuyasha," Miroku spoke. "You don't have to wait with us. If your worried you could just go."
"Feh. Don't you think I already thought about that?" Inuyasha responded. "I will wait."
"So you say but your constant nervousness is making me anxious."
"Then don't watch me." Inuyasha said sharply.
"It's hard not to stared at a furry eared hanyou that keeps twitching as if he has ants in his pants." Miroku said.
"Do you two need a time out?" Sango commented glaring at the two males. "Now Inuyasha, Miroku is right. If you're worried about Kagome, it would make better sense to go to her than to wait here."
"I know. I already made up my mind to wait for a day." Inuyasha replied calming down a little.
"He probably doesn't want her to see him looking so worried." Kikyou commented. Inuyasha stiffened slightly.
"Oh so that's it." Miroku said grinning.
"That's not the reason why."
"So what is the reason?"
"I don't have to tell you." The hanyou said turning away from them. "Besides, even if I go what if Kirara gets here, and Kagome says we should meet there? Do you even have the strength to move, Miroku?"
"I'll be fine," the monk answered. "Why does that bother you?"
"Naraku's still out there planning something. If you were to run into him, I don't think Sango alone could stand up to him. No offense Sango."
"None taken." Sango said waving it off.
"Don't tell me you are actually worried about me?" Miroku asked. "I never knew you could be so sweet."
Inuyasha growled. "Shut up before I change my mind."
"That is one problem solved." Kikyou said after some time.
"We have another problem?" The taijiya questioned.
The priestess simply pointed to herself. "Your friend does not trust me. And I highly doubt Sesshomaru would like me within his domain."
"True, but Kagome did send Inuyasha to find you and collect the jewel shards. Besides we now have new information about the monks thanks to you."
"Are you being kind to me slayer?"
"Let's just call it a temporary truce." Sango replied. She herself did not trust her, but if what Kikyou told them was true, and she was the descendant of the old monks, then she was an asset they couldn't afford to lose. With her help they might be able to keep Katsurou sealed and stop Naraku. However if the priestess made any move to betray them or hurt Kagome in any way, Sango would make sure her borrowed life will end then and there. And that was a promise.
Short chapter again. So how did you enjoy the update? Things are going to get so complicated I really hope I don't confuse you later. Hopefully I would be able to explain everything just right. I feel like I mentioned this before. I probably did. 98% sure I did. So yeah. Please review and look forward to the next chapter. Should have it up the ending of the first week or the beginning of the second week of October.