Disclaimer: Inuyasha characters belong to Rumiko Takahashi. Other characters are property of Dark Star.
Rating: PG-13: for language and just in case
Summary: [Sess/Kag] Eventually, one comes to know when they're not wanted, and Kagome has come to that realization: Inuyasha doesn't want her. Whatever the reason, she finds comfort with Sesshoumaru, seeks him as a outlet for stress. Thus, under a kitsune's enchantment, Sesshoumaru finds himself trapped in a childish game of lust with Kagome. It is only later, when a bond begins to build, that his own realization graces him: was it just a game? Or maybe, was their a purpose underlying their shows of physical attraction…? Either way, he begins to find himself lost in the captivating blue-gray eyes possessed by the girl named Kagome.
Genre: Romance/Drama
A/N: Full summary above; hope it attracts some people. ^_^ So, I'm back with Enchanted! I love everyone for the reviews given to this story. I had never even dreamed that even half the number would give a care, but thanks to you all, Enchanted will be continued! Thank you for all your support! Nothing makes me happier! ^__^
EnchantedChapter One
February 2003
The sun dipped low into the horizon, falling under the cover of shadowing tinted clouds. Crickets were beginning to chirp their soothing nocturnes, and strong gales began to lighten into whispering night breezes. Fragrant aromas floated through the atmosphere, hinting of roses and rushing streams along with fresh greenery. Kagome was kneeled on the boarded floor of Kaede's hut, an air of impatience in her midst. The girl's brow was knit in comprehension of words which resonated smoothly through the old miko's throat. Explanation did not take long, and Kagome's hands were soon fidgeting in thought.
Finally, she set her gaze straight to Kaede's one eye. "You say he's under a spell?"
The old woman tipped her head in consent before Shippo launched into an expansion of the suggestion.
"It was a kitsune who did it!" he exclaimed with vigor, eyes wide. "Only a kitsune can perform such a powerful spell."
The little fox crossed chubby arms over one another, nodding his head in approval. Kagome only spared him the barest of glances, her mind elsewhere. The fire crackled and popped with jumping sparks, smoke curling out of the hole in the ceiling. Now, she glanced upward, through the hole into the darkening sky. A spell…does he know it?
Her head turned to the hanyou against the wood of the wall, arms folded over a sheathed Tetsusaiga. Though the golden eyes were closed, his face remained in his perpetual scowl, as if this was a being totally unhappy with the hand life had dealt him. Kagome's eyes softened at the sight of him. She had wished for so long to be his happiness, the solution to his life. She had wanted to make him happy, make that eternal scowl disappear from his visage. But it had not happened, nor would it. Why don't you like me, Inuyasha? She asked herself again and again. Am I not what you want? Shaking her head sadly, Kagome pushed herself up from the floor and made her way to the door.
"Where are you going?" came the rough question, with the voice of Inuyasha.
"Yes. It is quite unwise to go wandering anywhere alone at this hour, Kagome-sama," was Miroku's bit.
"Do you want me to go with you, Kagome-chan?" Sango suggested.
Kagome stopped in the doorway, half turning back to the group scattered about the cramped one-room house. "I'll be back. Don't worry about me."
Her voice was harsher than she intended, but she left it at that and disappeared behind the flap of the door. Once outside, Kagome inhaled the brisk evening air, her legs carrying her of their own accord toward the forest.
The path lay clearly before her, but she stepped away from it. Quietly, she wove her way through the thick collection of trees and underbrush, making toward an unknown destination. A few moments later, she reappeared in a clearing bathed in the orange light of fading sun. Prickling thrills ran down her spine, but she ignored them, focusing only on bringing back the memory of two secretive lovers. Closing her eyes, Kagome brought back the painful image of Kikyo and Inuyasha's rendezvous. She remembered the way the hanyou's arms had wound tightly around the priestess's body, refusing to release her even when the miko attempted to push him away. Never would she forget the intimate embrace the two had shared in her seeming absence.
Upon opening tear-brimming eyes, she found herself leaning into a gentle caress to her cheek. An upward glance told her it was the one she had been seeking.
"Sesshoumaru," she whispered.
He did not answer for a while, only cradled her cheek in an outstretched hand. Then, plainly astonished, "Why do you not run from me?" It was more thinking out loud than a question, but Kagome left it unanswered either way.
His slender hand moved from her cheek to her chin, gently bringing her closer to him. Surprisingly, she did not resist and only leaned into him. The kiss started as slow and innocent, then it increased in contact and audacity. Even as the demon lord slid his tongue into her mouth, Kagome remained unmoving, as if she was giving herself up to him. How could she?
Don't look a gift horse in the mouth, they say. Sesshoumaru did not question her submissiveness so allowed his arms to fold around her lithe body. Still, she made no move to stop him, and her lack of response was beginning to rile his senses. He deepened their contact further, pushing her body passionately into his.
When her small hand came to fall on his neck, Sesshoumaru stopped, came to a dead halt. The feeling of pleasure which was supposed to arise from their intimate contact did not come, and the youkai slowly released her mouth but remained in close proximity to Kagome. Their breath mingled as her shallow pants evened out.
Kagome fell against him, relying on his body to support hers. Her head rested against his strong chest. The steady beat of his heart and breathing played in her ear. Unrelenting arms held her against him, not willing to let go.
"You're under a spell," she stated plainly.
"I refuse to believe that," he responded, burying his nose in her aromatic scent. Really, he knew he was under the power of a spell, by her spell.
"You are."
"Under your spell," he murmured, brushing his lips against hers.
Decisively, she pushed herself away from him and backed away. The expressive orbs seemed to be in turmoil. Clearly, her expression, her body language, told him to stay away. Turning on her heel, Kagome disappeared back into the cover of the forest. Sesshoumaru stared after her shadow, golden eyes flashing with regret and longing. As he stared back up at the now velvety black sky, sprinkled with stars, he frowned. What's happening to me?
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Kagome ran through the foliage, snapping twigs underfoot and breaking through branches blocking her path. Her world was falling apart, piece by piece. Hell, she was even making out with Sesshoumaru now. Inuyasha…it's all your fault.
Skidding to a halt, she gasped for the air her lungs had been deprived of in her bolt from the clearing. The clothes she adorned were torn in some places from breaking through branches. As if on cue, the people inside the hut spilled out, staring wide-eyed at her appearance. Inuyasha was first to speak up.
"Kagome! What happened?" he demanded.
"Kagome-sama…"
"Kagome-chan…"
"Kagome!" Shippo launched into her arms and cuddled into her chest.
Kagome took the moment to grant the kitsune a squeeze of her arms before answering their evident questions. "I'm fine."
"What happened to your clothes?!"
She glanced down at her clothing. "I fell." With that, she deliberately brushed past the startled hanyou back into the hut. Inuyasha only had to take half a sniff to recognize the scent tainting her fragrance. Sesshoumaru!
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