Spinning, 'If You Lose Her', by Joe.

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It was not that Sesshomaru meant to ignore Kagome and in his defense he still thought that they were doing just fine. His responsibilities prevented him from spending as much time as they once did when they traveled together.

Days would pass and he would realize he had been writing proclamations, responding to correspondences, or meeting with other lords.

When he would have a moment to seek his mate out it was usually in the dead of night where he would find her asleep in their chambers. Not wanting to disturb her knowing how long her days were he would go back to his work.

It wasn't until Jaken had approached him, overly jubilant might it be added, spouting off at the mouth that Kagome was no longer his mate. Staring at the imp caused him to back track somewhat and sputter.

"Not only is that not true but not your place to speculate upon Jaken." Sesshomaru fired at him.

"Forgive me Lord Sesshomaru. I only thought so because the Lady Kagome no longer bears your scent. The only one on her is hers." Jaken replied quickly with a shaky voice.

"Nonsense." Sesshomaru said picking up the scroll he had been inspecting.

"It is the truth sire. Others of the household have noticed as well."

"I will not tolerate rumors being spread throughout this shiro especially ones pertaining to my mate." Sesshomaru nearly slammed the paper down on his table. "Quell these suspicions quickly or I'll kill you."

"Y-y-yes mi'lord." Jaken stuttered.

"Get out of my sight."

Bowing quickly Jaken scrambled out of his study. Staring at the spot where Jaken had stood Sesshomaru found himself disturbed by this information.

Standing he made his way out of the room scenting where Kagome may be finding her in the garden with Rin and Shippo. Stopping at the entrance he watched her for a moment with their young wards.

Kagome had her hair down allowing the wind to sweep it gently. She laughed along with Rin as they adorned Shippo with multiple flower crowns as he sat cross over their teasing game.

Glancing up she smiled widely at him. Rin followed her gaze jumping to her feet quickly and ran to him.

"Lord Sesshomaru." She called out stopping in front of him.

"Rin. Have you been well?"

"Yes my lord." She nodded eagerly smiling up at him.

"I require a word with lady Kagome. Please take Shippo elsewhere for now."

"Of course my lord." The little girl complied running over to Shippo who gratefully stood tossing the flowers to the ground and they ran off elsewhere in the gardens to play.

"Long time no see." Kagome said as he approached. "I've missed you."

"Apologies mate." Sitting beside her he inhaled her scent noting that Jakens observation had not been wrong. "It was never my intention to be absent or ignore your needs."

"I know how busy you are. It can't be easy to rebuild your lands from scratch." Kagome replied. "I am always here if you need me. I'm not going anywhere."

"Kagome." Sesshomaru said softly reaching out for her. Taking his hand she placed his fingers to her lips kissing them lightly. "There is no more work to be done today. I would very much like to spend it with you and the children."

Smiling widely she moved closer to him.

"That sounds wonderful." Leaning into him he wound his arm around her waist tightly pulling her to him for a kiss.

By days end he would make certain there were no doubts to anyone what their relationship status was.