I know...
A lot has gone on in my life right now. Making it hectic...
It's my last year of school (oh God _...), my boyfriend of three years broke up with me and I got a new puppy!
So as you see... a lot has gone on xP...
Hope you enjoy this chapter!
Akiho smirked as she stared at her reflection. Her dark dress hugged her curves as her fiery hair was held in a high ponytail. She made sure each ringlet was in the right place. Her pale skin glowed. Tonight she would steal Sesshoumaru from that wrench. She had worked Kimi so hard and made sure that she would be busy the whole night.
Once she was done expecting herself, Akiho turned away from her reflection and exited her room onto her balcony. She observed as people exited their carriages and servants ushered them into Sesshoumaru's palace. Akiho could hardly contain her excitement. She admitted that she was upset when Sesshoumaru came back with Kimi and two others but when she heard Kimi had to help she burst into smiles.
A gentle breeze blew as she decided it was time to greet her guests. She exited her chambers and slowly skipped down the many hallways until she was on top the grand stairway. She glared at the servant who was to introduce her.
"Don't mess up or I'll have your head." She warned with a large smile on her face. The red haired man glared back as he rolled his eyes.
"From top most feared guard to a lowly announcer. How degrading…" Kouji muttered to himself as he prepared to introduce the witch…er… beautiful Akiho. Before he could pick up his scroll Akiho elbowed him, hard.
"Where is Sesshoumaru?" She snapped. Kouji held his soon to be bruised side.
"Lord Sesshoumaru was seeing to Rin the last I heard." He mumbled. Akiho growled as she muttered profanities under her breath. She elbowed him once more.
"Just introduce me. I'll deal with him later." Akiho barked as she dusted her dress once more and straighten her body. Kouji couldn't stand her. If it was up to him, he would swiftly kick her down the- "Now!" She shouted.
"Ladies and gentlemen! Please welcome with open arms, Lady Akiho!" Kouji announced loudly enough for the large crowd to hear. The crowd clapped as Akiho descended down the large steps, a smile on her pale face. She greeted a handful of guests before she started her search for Sesshoumaru. If that wrench was anywhere near him; Akiho would blow up.
Kimi happily sighed as she watched Rin grab a handful of beautiful dolls to show her. She was happy her duty was to take care of Rin. It could have been much worse. She didn't have to tend to whiny guests like poor Natsuko. Kagome sat beside Kimi on Rin's bed and twisted her dark hair in between her fingers.
"So what will happen between you and Sesshoumaru now that you know you were meant to… be with him?" Kagome asked carefully. Kimi had explained the whole Sesshoumaru situation to Kagome. It was a complicated topic.
"I have no idea. I'd have to discuss it with him… and I'd rather not…" Kimi exhaled as she clenched her maid uniform. It felt right to be in the tight uniform rather than the frilly dress. Rin raced back to the pair with three dolls. Rin smiled up at them as she handed them one each. A grin slowly appeared on Kimi's face. "What do you want to play little one?" Rin's smile turned into a cute glare.
"I'm not little!" Rin pouted as she crossed her arms around her chest. Her bright brown eyes playfully glared at Kimi. Kagome giggled as Kimi stood up and chased Rin around the room. Rin shrieked as her caregiver picked her up and spun her in a circle.
"You're little to me." Kimi laughed as she placed Rin back onto her feet. Rin stumbled before catching her balance. Kimi ruffled the child's hair as she sat back down beside her best friend. Rin slowly tilted her head to the side, a question forming in her mind.
"Kimi…" She started as she played with her fingers. Kimi looked up at the young child with a smile.
"Yes, Rin? Is something bothering you?" Rin smiled as she shook her head. Her brown eyes sparkled as she finally got the courage to ask.
"Do you like Lord Sesshoumaru?" Kagome coughed to cover a laugh. Kimi's eyes widened at the question. She really didn't want to talk about him…
"Why do you ask, Rin?" She countered trying to avoid the question at all costs. Rin only shrugged and turned her attention back to her doll. Kagome softly giggled causing Kimi to glower. "What's so funny?"
"Your face is red." Kagome said matter-of-factly as she stood up and straightened her school skirt. Kimi's hands raced to her face as she attempted to cover it. Kagome skipped to the door with a laugh. "I better get back to InuYasha and make sure he isn't causing trouble. He doesn't want to leave the room but knowing him-" Kagome opened the door to let herself out but was startled by Sesshoumaru standing in front of her.
"M'Lord!" Rin shouted as she raced to give him a hug. Kimi felt as if she could burn the castle down with just how hot her body was becoming. Was he eavesdropping!? Did he hear anything?! She could feel his golden eyes scorch her with his staring.
"Well… I'll leave you two! See you later Kimi!" Kagome blurted as she raced out of the room. Kimi was going to get back at her for leaving her alone with him…
"Rin, it is time for bed." Sesshoumaru muttered as he slowly entered the room; his eyes left Kimi. Rin pouted as she let go of Sesshoumaru and raced over to Kimi. She stared up at her with sad eyes.
"Do I have to?" She whined as she embraced Kimi. Kimi let out a soft laugh as she lifted the child and placed her into her bed.
"Yes. But I will be sure to greet you in the morning." Kimiko explained as she covered Rin with her blankets. Rin slowly closed her eyes with a nod. Kimi brushed pass Sesshoumaru as she exited the room. She just couldn't be around him and she had no idea why. She felt something grab hold of her arm. She turned to see Sesshoumaru; his golden eyes on her. He closed the door to Rin's room and led her away.
Kaori sighed as she stretched out on a branch, once again in a tree observing the festivities. The ball seemed boring and dull. Why would anyone want to just stand around and chat about dumb politics?
"Stay still, Kaori. You're fidgeting is distracting me." Kaori turned to Ryo and gave him a look. That was the one thing that was different. Ryo had accompanied her. If it were her choice, she would've stayed home.
"I'm not fidgeting. And besides, I wanted to stay home. So it's your fault." She lamented. Ryo only rolled his dark eyes at her. He didn't know why he asked her to come with him either. But what was done was done.
"Don't insult me. We're on a mission to get the girl." He growled. He stood a branch next to the witch. Kaori sighed once more as she watched a redheaded woman slap a man across the face. She did like live drama.
"But for what purpose? We've been after her for three years. Don't you think it's time to stop?" She questioned. She soon got her answer when she looked toward Ryo. His eyes darkened and his face was in a scowl. She knew she went out of line with the question. "Never mind…"
Kaori knew Ryo for a long time. But sometimes she felt as if he lied to her about himself. There was just so much she didn't know about him. It also didn't help that he was power hungry. For all she knew he would get rid of her after she wasn't of use to him anymore. As it stood, she was the strongest of his soldiers. Something caught Kaori's eyes in the distance which caused her to lose her train of thought.
"Ryo… I know what will cheer you up." She chimed as she summoned her crystal ball in front of her. Ryo raised a brow as he jumped onto her branch and stood behind her observing what was happening in the ball. A smirk appeared on his face when he saw the beautiful Kimi in the crystal.
Kimi gave up her attempts of escape from Sesshoumaru. He wasn't going to let go and she was pretty sure she would be left with a bruised wrist. He led her away from the castle toward the gardens. Possibly to avoid the party, who knew? Kimi started to get a bit agitated. Why did he always have to try and take control over her? She stopped moving causing Sesshoumaru to stop as well.
"What do you want from me?" Kimi demanded as she finally freed her arm. The perfume from the flowers entered her delicate nose. Sesshoumaru grunted as he turned to face her. Kimi turned her body away from him. She couldn't look at him. Her blood was boiling. She crossed her arms over her chest.
A warm hand gently held her chin causing her to gasp. Her eyes locked with his. No words were exchanged. She could stare into his eyes for as long as she lived. The golden hue sparkled in the moonlight. So serious yet... so full of emotion. His porcelain skin glowed. Kimi had to slowly take in a deep breath to calm her racing heart.
"I did not want to frighten you by telling you everything right away." Sesshoumaru murmured deeply. The tone of his voice soothed Kimi's racing heart. His surprisingly soft clawed hand cupped her cheek causing her to close her emerald eyes. His fingers slowly slid down her face and back to her chin. Everything in this moment felt right. She never wanted the feeling to end.
"Sesshoumaru..." Kimi whispered as she slowly opened her eyes once more. His name felt like silk on her lips. She wanted to say his name over and over again. He pulled her face closer and closer to his. Her stomach twisted into a thousand knots as she felt his warm breath on her lips.
"There you are, Sesshoumaru! I've been looking all over for you." An annoyingly shrill voice sounded. Sesshoumaru dropped his hand to his side and moved away from Kimi. Kimi couldn't help but inwardly pout. She then turned her attention to the owner of the voice... Akiho...
Akiho quickly wrapped her arm around Seshoumaru's and pulled him further away from Kimi. She searched high and low for the demon lord before getting his scent from outside... mixed with the wench's. She knew she had to quickly act and she was lucky she had caught them before... oh how she was going to punish the stupid blonde before her.
"You are supposed to be my date tonight, no?" Akiho giggled as she rested her head onto Sesshoumaru's strong chest. Kimi couldn't help but feel jealous. She softly growled as he watched Akiho quickly leading Sesshoumaru away towards the castle leaving Kimi to her own thoughts.
Maybe her and Sesshoumaru's time was in the past and he wanted to be with Akiho now. Maybe she wasn't meant to return to the Feudal Era. She let out an irritated sigh before heading to Natsuko's room. She felt tired suddenly.
Kaori observed the scene with wide eyes. Was it a mistake showing Ryo the crystal ball? She knew he had a weird obsession for the girl. She bit her lip when she noticed him clenching his trembling fist. Once the scene played out and the redheaded woman stole Sesshoumaru away Kaori turned to attention waiting for Ryo to speak. As much as she liked drama... this might have been a little too much.
Ryo watched as the wretched demon lord placed his filthy hands onto Kimiko. He clenched his fists not wanting to show weakness in front of Kaori. It should be him standing there wooing the beautiful woman, not that low-life. Then he raised a brow when the fiery haired woman took over the scene. It gave him an idea...
"Good job Kaori. I know what needs to be done now." Ryo affirmed with a smirk. Kaori raised her delicate brows as she pushed up her hat to get a better look at Ryo. What the hell kind of plan did he get from that scene? What was he going to do? Kill Sesshoumaru?
"I'm sorry. What?" She questioned as she watched Ryo jump out of the tree. She made her crystal ball disappear before following him. She didn't need to break another one.
The next morning Natsuko groggily rubbed her eyes as she sat up in her bed. The ball had drained her. She stayed up almost all night attending to Akiho's guests. Though she did get to sneak in a dance with Kouji... but what had surprised her was when she saw her Lord with the devil herself... She'd have to discuss it with him.
After rubbing the sleep out of her eyes, she stretched as she stared at Kimi's empty bed... empty bed?! Natsuko slipped out of her own bed. She quickly dragged her way over to her friends bed; ripping the covers off revealing emptiness. Oh god... oh god not again! She thought to herself as she desperately reached for her clothes.
Kimi nearly jumped out of her skin as she heard a noise behind her. She blinked her eyes several times before covering her mouth to stifle a laugh. Natsuko hadn't seen her sitting by the window. Why would she look there? She always woke up before Kimi. Before her friend bolted out the door, Kimi finally cleared her throat. Natsuko let out a loud sigh of relief noticing an already dressed Kimi.
"Kimi! Oh my goodness! I was so worried about you. I thought you ran away. Why didn't you say anything?! Why did you let me look like a lunatic!" Natsuko blurted as she made her away over to the window Kimi was sitting in front of. Once beside her friend, she straightened her maid uniform. "What are you doing up before me anyways?"
Kimi let out a soft sigh as she turned her attention back to the window. They didn't have much of a view but it was fine. She took a chunk of her golden locks as she repeatedly raked her fingers through the strands.
"Natsuko... you were my best friend in the past... and you still are now... and knew about Sesshoumaru and I..." Kimi muttered. Natsuko slowly raised her brow. What was Kimi going on about now?
"That's right..." She answered as she continued to stand beside Kimi.
"I think me coming here was a mistake... I don't belong here..." Kimi mumbled inaudibly. Before Natsuko could respond the door slammed open revealing a dark haired girl in weird clothing.
"Oh sorry! I tripped as I was opening the door. My name is Kagome! Nice to meet you." She greeted as she joyfully strolled in unaware of the tension in the room.
"Natsuko..." The navy haired maid answered. She watched as Kagome sat beside Kimi.
"So... how'd it go after I left? Did the two of you finally talk?" Kagome asked joyfully. Kimi abruptly stood up and walked away from the window. She ran her fingers through her hair and let out another sigh before turning to her friends with a serious expression on her face.
"Last night... last night I felt as if I was home. As if I found out where I was meant to be. That quickly ended when I realized... I stayed up all night thinking..." Kimi bit her lip as she clenched her fists, visibly shaking. Her emotions finally pouring out of her. "All I know is that coming here was a mistake! I don't belong here... What happened back then was the past... now is the future and it's different." She took a breath as she observed her friends shocked reactions. Natsuko seemed like she was about to say something but Kimi interrupted her.
"I promised Rin I'd be there when she woke up..." She whispered as she turned on her heel and raced out of the room. Silence. Kagome was the first to speak.
"Should we go after her?" Natsuko only shook her head. Before turning to face Kagome.
"She's done this in the past. And from the sounds of it, last night with Sesshoumaru didn't go smoothly... I saw him last night... dancing with another woman..." Natsuko confessed. She didn't even know Kagome but a friend of Kimi's was a friend of hers.
Kagome could not believe her ears. Sesshoumaru was with another woman? After all him and Kimi had been through. Almost mating with each other and he was with another woman last night?! Kagome grabbed Natsuko's arm tightly and dragged her out of the room and down the hall.
"W-what are you doing? Where are we going?" Natsuko questioned as she clumsily tried to stay on her feet.
"You are taking me to Sesshoumaru."
Sesshoumaru rubbed his temples in frustration. Jaken paced back and forth in his study. He wasn't even listening to the leech speak. His mind was else where. Why did he even allow Akiho to lead him away from Kimi last night? The secret was out and he could have finally been with his beloved. Instead he allowed himself to be taken away to be with someone else. He turned his cushion to face the window. What was the matter with him? How could he be so foolish?
The door knocked and then opened. Sesshoumaru didn't bother turning, he already knew who it was.
"Lord Sesshoumaru," Akiho sang as she slowly strutted into the room. She wore her shortest kimono today. Last night had been the greatest. She danced all night with her beloved in front of all of the most important lords and ladies of the lands. Now everyone was in talks of their relationship, not that stupid wrench and him. "Morning, Lord Sesshoumaru."
"Don't you see we are in the middle of business?!" Jaken shouted. He knew his master wasn't listening to him but it was better to ignore the situation than address it, especially when it came down to Lord Sesshoumaru. Akiho glared at Jaken before picking up the imp and throwing him out of the room before closing the door. Once satisfied, she made her way over to her lover, her fiery ringlets bouncing with every step.
"Lord Sesshoumaru... I hope you slept as well as I did..." Akiho cooed as she wrapped her slender arm around Sesshoumaru's shoulders, leaning her body onto his side. She slowly ran her fingers through his silky hair. Her heart pounded. Finally she was on top, not that stupid Kimiko. Finally she was getting Sesshoumaru's attention. She leaned closer to him to whisper into his ear. "Maybe we can finally merge our territories tonight..." She whispered before the doors to the study opened. Two gasps were heard causing Akiho to glance up.
Natsuko was dragged into Sesshoumaru's study against her will by Kagome. She could smell Akiho from behind the doors and pleaded with Kagome not to open them. When Kagome refused to listen and pushed Natsuko in, they both gasped. Akiho was leaning into Seshoumaru, whispering into his ear. Her ruby eyes glanced up at them, a sly smirk forming on her pale face.
"Don't you know how to knock? I am appalled, Natsuko." Akiho giggled as she go closer to Sesshoumaru. Natsuko growled.
"So you are the one..." Kagome started. She couldn't see Sesshoumaru, as he was turned away from her. Her chocolate eyes glared at the back of his head. She felt as if she could burn holes into it. "How could you Sesshoumaru?" She whispered. She knew he heard her.
"Its Lord Sesshoumaru to you wench. Now get the hell out, we have important business to attend to." Akiho commanded as she continued to run her fingers through Sesshoumaru's silky hair. Natsuko and Kagome couldn't believe Sesshoumaru was allowing this!
"I only take commands from m'Lord. I would suggest you take your filthy hands off of him..." Natsuko countered as her growl grew in volume. Kagome stood her ground beside her. She knew this could turn ugly at any minute. Akiho let out a laugh.
"I had no idea he was your property, Natsuko. I don't think Lord Sesshoumaru would like to be thought of in that way." Akiho threw her head back and laughed even louder. Natsuko stopped her growling when she noticed Sesshoumaru gripped his fist. She didn't want to be the one to anger her lord. Akiho finally stopped her annoying laughter as she leaned her head onto Sesshoumaru's. "Now like I had said before, why don't you two leave us. We are in the middle of important... business. Land merging... you know."
"Land merging?" Kagome questioned with a raised brow.
"The only way to merge lands is to..." Natsuko was cut off.
"Excatly. We are going to mate. Now, if you excuse us." Akiho ordered as she shooed the pair. Kagome hit her boiling point.
"Are you serious, Sesshoumaru?! You are going to leave Kimi after all you've been through?! You're going to allow her to leave?! And here I thought you had a heart... But I guess it's true when people say you are heartless!" Kagome shouted. How could he betray Kimi like this?! Akiho let out another laugh.
"Human, get the hell out before I punish you. Know your place. Kimiko left years ago for whatever reason and now is crawling back because whatever didn't work out. She was the past and I am the future-"
"Enough!" Sesshoumaru roared as he abruptly stood up causing Akiho to nearly jump out of her skin. Kagome and Natsuko glanced at each other in shock. His aura was angry and filling the room. Afraid of what the Western Lord would do next, no one moved. The growing silence was broken by a loud scream. "Rin..." Sesshoumaru whispered before he jumped out of the studies window.
Kimi stroked Rin's hair as she stared out the child's window. She had come to the conclusion that she was leaving. Although she had fallen in love with Rin... she didn't belong in his castle any longer. Rin's heart would be broken but she'll forget about me in no time...
"Kimi...?" a soft voice called. It made Kimi jump. She turned to Rin only to be faced with a worried look. Kimi smiled.
"Oh, good morning Rin. Did you sleep well?" Kimi asked as she continued to stroke the child's hair.
"I did..." Rin answered quietly. She still had a worried look on her face. Kimi laughed as she got off of the bed.
"Your face will get stuck like that if you keep it that way." Kimi commented as she patted Rin's clothes on the bed. "Now hurry to get dressed. It is beautiful outside and we don't want to miss the day." Kimi slowly walked to the door before she turned and winked. "I'll be waiting outside."
Kimi was leaning against a tree when she saw Rin racing towards her carrying flowers. Kimi smiled. Rin always knew how to lift her spirits even if they only knew each other for a short period of time. The little girl handed Kimi the flowers with a large smile on her face.
"I thought they would cheer you up." Rin shrugged. Kimi took the flowers, an assortment of Lilies. Their scent overwhelmed her with sweetness.
"Thank you, Rin. You are always so thoughtful." Kimi smiled as she knelt down and gave Rin a tight hug. Deep laughter startled the pair.
"Aw, how sweet." An unknown voice mocked. Rin grabbed a hold of Kimi's arm as they stood up searching for the source of the voice. Someone could be seen walking in the distance. Kimi pushed Rin behind her to protect Rin from any harm. The stranger stopped in front of the frightened pair. He had dirty blonde hair and dark soulless eyes. He wore a long dark coat and a ram necklace. "Ah, I finally get to set my eyes on the lovely, Kimiko."
"Who the hell are you?" Kimi demanded as she continued to block Rin from the man's view. The man chuckled as he placed his hands into his pockets.
"Feisty, just as I like it." He commented with a smirk before he raced toward the pair.
"Rin, run!" She shouted as she pushed Rin away from her. Rin screamed as she ran towards the castle. The man pinned Kimi against the tree causing her to scream out. His hand wrapped tightly around Kimi's neck. The blonde placed her hands onto his arm desperately trying to pull him away from her. The bracelet burned her wrist to the point she was sure she would have a mark from it this time.
A deep growl caused Kimi to look over the stranger's shoulder. There she could see Sesshoumaru racing straight towards her attacker before being thrown back by a barrier. He gracefully landed onto his feet, displeased. Kagome and Natsuko started to run into view.
"I'm sorry. You'll have to come a little later. Master Ryo is currently busy and wishes not to be disturbed." A voice informed from above. The trio looked up to see a girl floating in the air. She had snowy hair and wore a large hat. Her sapphire eyes were playful.
Sesshoumaru's growl grew louder as he pulled out his sword and released a powerful blue energy. It raced toward the barrier only to be repelled back. Natsuko pushed Kagome out of the way. Kagome coughed up some dust as she stared up in disbelief.
"It was deflected?! How?!" She gasped. Sesshoumaru was shocked as well, though he didn't show it. He kept up his stoic composure. The witch held her sides in laughter.
"Sillys. I told you Master Ryo did not want to be disturbed." Kaori giggled as she shrugged her shoulders finally deciding it was OK to be on the ground. Kimi let out another scream causing everyone to stare in her direction.
"Lord Sesshoumaru. I decided I would claim what was mine." Ryo spoke as he leaned closer to Kimi and licked her cheek. Kimi revolted and tried to squirm away. Ryo then forced her legs around his waist causing her maid outfit to rip. Kimi attempted to punch her capture in the face but he pinned her arms above her head.
"Let her go!" Kagome shrieked as she banged her fists onto the barrier. She cursed under her breath. She didn't have her bows or arrows. She had left them back at the castle not thinking anyone would dare attack Sesshoumaru; especially on his lands. Kaori had to admit... she had no idea Ryo had planned to take the girl's innocence in front of a crowd. She thought the plan was to take her and get away from the castle.
Sesshoumaru's demonic aura took over his body. He couldn't stand someone else touching his beloved. He couldn't believe what this vile being was doing. He felt his eyes change colour and his face beginning to elongate. He was going to transform. He was going to tear the skin from the man's being slowly so he would suffer. His transformation was beginning and he was going to allow it to happen.
"Move!" A voice shouted. Natsuko slowly turned her attention to the voice. Someone in red raced toward them with a big sword in their hands. Behind, him Mamoru and Kouji followed. The man in red's sword suddenly became covered in diamonds. "Adament!" He shouted as he swung his sword. Kagome pushed Natsuko out of the way as the diamond shrapnel flew towards the barrier causing it to dissipate. Kaori's eyes widened before she jumped into the air.
"InuYasha!" Kagome called as she raced toward him. Ryo cursed as he let go of Kimi, allowing her to drop onto the ground before grabbing hold of her hair. Kimi kicked up at Ryo which caught the warlock off guard and made him let go. He grunted before he was faced with Sesshoumaru. Ryo smirked.
"I'm going to take what's mine today." Ryo stated. Sesshoumaru's eyes flashed red before him and Ryo began to fight.
"Are you ok, Kimi?" Natsuko worriedly asked as she looked over her friend for any wounds. Kimi rubbed her head before she stood up, her emerald eyes focused on the fight between Sesshoumaru and Ryo.
"Yea. Who the hell is he? I'm going to get him for this." Kimi growled as she shook off Natsuko and raced toward the fighting pair. Kagome and Natsuko called for her to come back, but she ignored them.
"Come to join the party?" Ryo remarked as he turned to face Kimi. Sesshoumaru stood in front of her.
"Stay with Natsuko." Sesshoumaru ordered, his golden eyes still on the intruder. Kimiko glared at him.
"He attacked me! I'm going to teach him a lesson." Kimi stated as she crossed her arms. "Besides, I don't need to take orders from you." She mumbled the last part. She was sure he heard her but that didn't mean she cared in the slightest.
Ryo sent a bunch of dark energy spheres toward the couple. Kimi jumped out of the way just in time. She wasn't as graceful as Sesshoumaru but she was safe. The only thing Kimi could do was dodge Ryo's attacks. It was starting to drive her up the wall. She stopped her movements and quickly raced to Ryo initiating hand to hand combat.
"What the hell are you doing here?! What do you want from me?!" Kimi shouted as she quickly threw punches and kicks at her attacker. Ryo merely blocked every single one as if she were a fly, and that angered Kimi more.
"My dear Kimiko, I'm only here to claim you. You are mine. Therefore I must take you." Ryo explained as he continued to block Kimi. And that's what caused Kimi to snap. She let out a loud yell and rushed toward Ryo. A white light engulfed her fists as she quickened her pace. The first strike hit Ryo square in the face. He screamed out in pain as he fell backwards. Everyone stared wide eyed.
"I don't belong to anyone! No one can claim me but myself! Why doesn't anyone get that!?" She shouted baring her fangs. Kagome covered her mouth in shock. When did Kimi learn to fight like that?
"I think the energy in her punch tried to purify him." Kagome observed. Sesshoumaru raised a brow at this. He never knew Kimi could do any such thing. Why would a demon be able to purify? That was an oxymoron.
"Are you dumb? Demons can't purify anything." InuYasha scoffed. Kagome only glared. Now was not the time to deal with InuYasha. Her friend was in danger. Kimi started to walk away sure that stupid Ryo got the message.
"I'm not finished with you yet..." She heard. She slowly turned to see the witch holding Ryo up, his face charred. The palms of his hands was facing out; one towards her and the other Sesshoumaru. Dark pulsing spheres grew to the size of a small beach ball before he let them go. They came so fast, Kimi knew there was no way she would out run it and closed her eyes.
Suddenly her body fell to the ground and a loud bellow caused her to open them in shock. There on top of her was Kouji. He protected her! Kimi yelled out as she held him to her body. She looked to her side to see Mamoru had stepped in front of Sesshoumaru. Natsuko came racing to Kimi's side. Kagome ran to Sesshoumaru.
"You fools! None the matter. I will return for Kimiko, Lord Sesshoumaru. You better be ready!" Ryo proclaimed before him and the witch disappeared.
"Kouji!" Kimi cried as she placed him onto the grass. Her hands were bloodily when she removed them. Natsuko collapsed onto his chest as she started to bawl. The red haired demon stirred causing Natsuko to gasp. "Someone get him help!" Kimi screamed.
"T-that won't be necessary, K-Kimi..." Kouji took in a shallow breath. Kimi gasped at the injured demon.
"Are you stupid?! You need help! Why did you even step in the way!?" she shouted as she pounded the ground in frustration. Kouji turned his attention to Natsuko. He feebly raised his hand and stroked her face. Natsuko burst into tears.
"I'm happy I got to... to dance with y-you." Kouji weakly smiled. His lime green eyes slowly closed. Natsuko let out a loud shriek.
Kimiko tugged at her hair in worry while she paced in front of Natsuko's room. The poor girl had locked herself in and refused to come out. The only thing that could be heard were her sobs. Mamoru had also passed on. Kimi still didn't understand why they risked their lives...
"Lady Kimiko," a voice addressed. Kimi swiftly turned nearly knocking over the servant. She slowly lowered her hands to her side as the woman regained her composure. "I was ordered to take you to your new room and give you a bath. I will be your stand in until Natsuko recovers..."
Kimi allowed the servant to lead her away from Natsuko's room with little fight. Her friend needed to mourn. The servant led her down a couple of hallways; zigzagging through the castle. Kimi wasn't paying attention. Finally the woman stopped in front of a door and slowly opened it. She told Kimi to wait while she made sure things were in order.
Akiho stood in her doorway watching Kimiko. She was moving back to her old chambers beside Sesshoumaru... She bit at a hangnail. She couldn't believe her luck! That should have been her room! Not that stupid Kimiko's! Akiho took a deep breath before approaching her.
"Too bad about Mamoru and... what was the other one's name? Kazuo... Kenshin..."
"Kouji..." Kimi mumbled. She knew Akiho was there. She just chose to ignore her.
"Ah yes... Kouji." Akiho giggled. She raised a brow as she re-curled a ringlet. "You know... none of this would've happened if you stayed wherever you came from."
Kimi clutched her fist. This was just what she needed. Akiho pushing her buttons. The fox demon came closer to Kimi, a large smile on her face. She only stopped when her face was only inches from Kimiko's.
"You might as well leave. You got two of Sesshoumaru's greatest soldiers killed. And there is no use for you any longer as Sesshoumaru and I are mating tonight." Akiho confessed with a smile. Kimi slapped Akiho and pushed her away before the servant came back beckoning the former to enter the room. Akiho held her face in shock. Kimi started to growl, fangs baring. She never realized she actually had fangs before today. She just thought her canine teeth were sharper than everyone else's.
"I don't care what you and Sesshoumaru have planned. But don't you dare insult me or Kouji and Mamoru's bravery. I'll do far worse next time." Kimi warned before following the servant into the room.
The woman led Kimiko to a bath she had drawn. Kimi quickly undressed and stepped into the warm water allowing it to soothe her aching muscles. She let out a sigh of frustration. So it was true. Sesshoumaru wanted Akiho. At least it came out now. She allowed the servant to brush her mangled tresses. The sun started to slowly set. Good night, Kouji. Good night, Mamoru. She thought to herself as she closed her eyes.
Kimi slipped on a simple silk gown. She had stayed in the bath for quite awhile. The woman who was helping her had left. The night sparkled with stars as the large crescent moon shone it's mesmerizing light. The young woman stood on the balcony staring out into the sky before closing her emerald eyes. A cool breeze blew causing her bangs to flutter.
She remembered this balcony. She remembered staying up all hours of the night waiting for Sesshoumaru to come back from his journeys. He then would surprise her by jumping onto her balcony with a single lily in his hand. They would stay in each other's arms until the sun shone it's rays once more. Kimi slowly opened her teary eyes and sighed. That was the past that she had forgotten. The past. Not the present or future. She rubbed her now chilled body as she turned to go back inside her room; closing the door behind her. Kimi slipped into her bed and covered herself. Tomorrow she would go. Maybe she could help Kagome on her journey.
Sesshoumaru stared up at the moon with a grim look on his face. Today had passed by with a blur. Too many things had happened at once and it was hard for him to process. He had been confused with himself in the morning, he nearly lost his composure in the afternoon and by evening lost two of his best soldiers. Sesshoumaru ran his fingers through his hair with a sigh. Now he had two people he wanted to rip to shreds. Even thinking of the way Ryo had touched Kimi made Sesshoumaru's blood boil. If he had to destroy every single town just to find that bas-
A soft knock caused him to leave his thoughts. The servant he had appointed to take care of Kimi while Natsuko was mourning stepped into the room.
"I have come to report to you as you have ordered, my Lord." She announced with a bow. Aiko was second in command after Natsuko and had also been around when Kimi had first come into his life. He didn't trust her as much as Natsuko but she would have to do for now.
"What have you to report?" Sesshoumaru questioned. Aiko shut the door behind her as she stepped into the study.
"Miss Natsuko still refuses to leave the room but she has taken a meal. Master InuYasha and his woman decided they would journey again tomorrow." She reported. Sesshoumaru finally gazed upon the woman. She was wearing a similar outfit that Natsuko would wear. Her long dark locks held in a bun. She watched him with silver eyes. She had tried to lay with him once.
"What of Kimiko?" Saying her name felt relaxing. But he was worried. He hadn't seen her since the night before the fight and he was sure she was even more upset than she had already been. Aiko let out a small laugh which intrigued the silver haired demon.
"She's in her old chambers. Lady Akiho confronted her and Lady Kimiko taught her a lesson." She smiled as she turned and headed for the door once more. Taught Akiho a lesson? Sesshoumaru was confused.
"What do you mean?"
"Well, Lady Akiho spoke of some things which angered Lady Kimiko. So Lady Kimiko slapped Lady Akiho." The dark haired demon confessed with a laugh. She then bow her head to be excused and left the room. Sesshoumaru raised a brow at this. Kimi was stubborn but he never knew her to strike someone. Curiosity got the best of him and he jumped out the window as he did earlier in the day.
A cool breeze caused Kimi to shiver. She pulled her blanket closer to her body but she wouldn't stop shivering. Did she leave the door to the balcony open or something? She slowly opened her tired eyes before rubbing the sleep out of them. She rolled her body to face the breeze to see that the door was slightly ajar. She raised her brow then grunted. She was sure she had closed it. Kimi carefully got out of the bed. The floor was cold; she wanted to jump back into the warm covers but the door needed to close or else she would catch a cold.
A shadow towered over her. She nearly screamed until the shadow became a familiar face. Sesshoumaru. She held her right hand over her beating heart; a sigh escaped her lips.
"What are you doing here? Don't you know it's rude sneaking into someone's bedroom in the middle of the night?" She questioned in a harsh tone. Sesshoumaru only stared at her with his magnificent golden eyes before closing the opened balcony door and stepping towards the blonde demoness.
"Why did you strike Akiho?" He inquired; completely ignoring her question. It didn't help that his question bothered Kimi.
"You sneak into my chambers... in the middle of the night... to ask me that?" She frowned as she crossed her arms. Her eyes burning with anger. She then turned her back to him. "You might as well leave and go do your business with her. I don't have any patience for your non-sense."
"Business?" Sesshoumaru questioned. What was she talking about? He had nothing planned with Akiho. He was going to send her off tomorrow. She had no reason to stay in his dwellings any longer. Kimi quickly faced the silver haired demon once more. Her face flushed red.
"Is that all you're here for? To ask questions? Don't play any games with me, Sesshoumaru. I know that you want to be with Akiho. Go ahead. I'm not stopping you. But don't drag me into your petty drama." She raged before taking a deep breath. She took a couple steps away from Sesshoumaru before allowing her attention to be taken by the large moon in the sky. "Please leave me alone."
Sesshoumaru slowly strode behind Kimi and wrapped his arms around her waist. She struggled to free herself from his grasp but he held on firmly. He could suddenly smell sea salt and realized that she was crying. She finally stopped her struggle and collapsed into his chest. He could feel her tears soak his top. He leaned down to her ear.
"I am doing no such thing with Akiho." He softly murmured into her ear. Kimi stared up at him with wide eyes. Sesshoumaru slowly ran his fingers through her soft golden hair. He lifted his head to observe her before wiping the tears that stained her pale face.
"Why? You went off with her last night." She grumbled as she finally pushed herself away fro him. She turned away from him not wanting to be mesmerized by his golden stare. "I mean. I was the past. I might have forgotten us together but it's long gone. Clearly you have feelings for her... so go... there's your future."
Strong arms wrapped around her waist. Kimi was pulled into an even stronger chest. She couldn't help but take a deep breath of his scent. It made her go wild. His scent was very earthy. He leaned his chin onto her shoulder and nuzzled his nose into her neck.
"If that were the case... why would I save myself for you all these years." Sesshoumaru muttered into her neck. Kimi's mind reeled. She never thought of that... the agony he must have been through. Waiting for the one he loved... for years... almost losing hope when suddenly she appeared and she had no memory of him. How foolish of her to forget that he was hurting too. Sesshoumaru might not have expressed his emotions; he wasn't a man of many words. But that didn't have mean he had no feelings.
Kimi turned to face the silver haired demon once more. She slowly lifted her small hand and traced his beautiful markings like she used to. Sesshoumaru gently closed his eyes; a soft growl rumbled in his chest signifying his pleasure. She wouldn't question him any longer. She felt at home once more. She didn't want it to end. She lowered his head toward her lips. Once his warm lips touched hers she knew what she was doing was right.
Sesshoumaru hungrily deepened the kiss. A soft moan escaped her lips. He waited for years to do this with his beloved. He wanted this, no, he needed this. He tangled his fingers through her hair. How he longed to be in her arms. He gently pushed her towards her bed and he was delighted when she allowed this. The pair of demons fell into a tangled heap.
The silvered haired demon slowly removed his lips from hers. He stared into her sparkling jade eyes and he slowly lowered the strap of her silk gown. She knew what was happening, and she wanted it, no, she needed it to happen.
She nodded her head and Sesshoumaru tilted his head toward her neck planting small kisses. Kimi pushed her hair to the side, her eyes still locked on him. He sunk his fangs into her left shoulder. Pain and pleasure shot through her body. Sesshoumaru lifted his head and licked his lips. Kimi pulled him down for another kiss before moving his top and sinking her own fangs into his shoulder. Sesshoumaru let out a low growl of pleasure.
The beautiful crescent moon was slowly replaced by the shining sun. The night of ecstasy was over. Kimi slowly opened her eyes to see a strong chest before her. She took in the scent and softly smiled to herself. Earthy. She looked up to see golden eyes staring at her. She turned onto her side and ran her fingers through his silky silver hair.
"I love you, Sesshoumaru." She murmured; not losing eye contact with her new mate.
"I love you too." He whispered, kissing her forehead.
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