Chapter 11

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Kagome had spend the last of the four days she had training and laying in her room. Every one thought she was just excited to go home but in reality she didn't want to leave. Soon the day of the ball had arrived and there were many who could not wait. Kagome sat on the roof over her room until she heard some one enter her room. She turned around and was told, "Come on…it's time. Don't worry, you'll find a mate."

"Thanks Rin…so how do I look?" Kagome asked.

There before Rin stood Kagome in a beautiful gown that was a perfect blue. She was in her true from and looked just outstanding. Rin let a signal tear escape her eye before she said, "Great, you look wonderful."

And with that they both left. Once they arrived Rin took Sesshoumaru's side and walked in. After hem Kagura and the lord Marshal entered the room. Inuyasha and Kikiyo watched from their seats as each of them came out. All eyes were turned when Kagome entered the room. Kagome took in a deep breath before saying, "I am Lady Kagome, Queen of the eastern lads and I thank you all for being her today." before giving a slight bow.

All the guests bowed in return. Sesshoumaru than stood up and said, "Now let us feast and enjoy this wonder full evening."

"Once that was said the musicians began to play and began to dance. As Kagome tried to make her way to take a seat next to Sango she was stopped by a human noble that had light brown eyes and light brown hair.

"Good evening my lady, I am Hojo…my I have the pleasure of escorting you to your seat?"

"Good evening Hojo, well do you know Lady Sango?" Kagome replied

"Yes I do, are they whom you are seating with?" Hojo asked

"Yes, if you please." Kagome smiled

Inuyasha watched as Kagome was lead to her seat by, in his opinion, a weak human. For some reason he felt jealous of him. He pushed it away and tried to ignore it. As Kagome was seated Hojo left to his sitting place. After picking her food Kagome decided to take a breath of fresh air. But just as she stood Hojo came up to her and asked, "Lady Kagome…would you like to dance?"

'God mother-fucking damn it! Oh, I'll get some air after this.' Kagome thought before saying, "Sure…Sango, Miroku will you excuse me?"

"Of course…good luck." Sango said while whispering the last part.

"So, my lady how is your evening so far?" Hojo asked as he lead her to the dance floor.

"I am enjoying my self but do tell which lands are you from?" Kagome asked, 'Please don't let him be to the east.' She thought.

"Oh, I live west of here. A village that is closer to the ocean. My father is the head of the human town." was his answer.

"I see…would you stay there for your entire life?" Kagome asked

"No, I do plan to go in search of a wife however I don't think I have to any more."

After that statement Kagome became quiet. She had no way to tell him or even an idea as to get him to let her be. However the gods were in her favor that night because her uncle stopped the two and said, "I'm sorry Hojo but I would like to dance with my niece."

"Very well, Lady Kagome I do hope we may talk before the night is over." He said before handing her over and walking away

"Thank you, after this I would like to get some air." Kagome whispered low enough so that only the both of them could hear.

"I see, why not at least meet some nice demons who will surely not boar you." He stated.

"We will see." was her short and very simple answer.

After the song was over thy both stopped. Kagome walked pass Inuyasha and Kikiyo as if they weren't there. Inuyasha however was confused, he thought he loved Kikiyo yet he got angry if another male cam to close to Kagome. Kagome took in the fresh air. It was a full moon. Kagome then was districted by some one so she turned around and was surprised. But she turned back around and asked, "What do you want Inuyasha?"

"My brother wants you; there is a lord who claims to rule your lands." Inuyasha answered calmly. 'Has her scent always been this strong.' he thought.

"What fool would…oh lead the way." Kagome said, 'I'll kill the fool that dare try and rule my lands.' She thought angrily.

Just as they were walking gin they noticed that every one was quiet and that Kikiyo was standing along side Sesshoumaru. Sesshoumaru then heard say, "I am glad my brother has found a mate and so I am pleased to announce that Prince Inuyasha and Lady Kikiyo shall be mated a week from today."

As the crowds cheered Kagome made her way to Sesshoumaru. Inuyasha began to dance with Kikiyo which did not go well with him since he whished to over hear there conversion. Kagome bowed slightly before saying, "Who are you?" in a cold voice.

"I am lord Naraku. I've been ruling the east since the lady lost an attack. The people chose me." He stated knowing full well her question.

"Will you be staying for the marriage?" Sesshoumaru asked

"Yes, only if I am allowed." was his answer.

"Sesshoumaru, I think he should stay. I need to know what happen before I leave." Kagome said, 'He's scent…it's the same Kikiyo had on her.' she thought.

"Very well…Naraku you are welcome to stay. Now if you'll excuse me my mate is calling." Sesshoumaru said before walking away.

"Kagome…who is this?" The lord Marshal asked as he came up not at all liking the looks this man was giving her. Kagura stood at his side.

"This is Lord Naraku…he will be staying so that he can explain to me how my kingdom fell." Kagome answered emotionlessly.

"Well Lord Naraku this is my mate Kagura. Would you two like to join us?" He stated

"It is a pleasure Lord Naraku." Kagura said as she slightly bowed

"Actually I was hoping that Lady Kagome would give me the honor as to dance with me." Naraku stated smoothly

"One dance, and then I shall sit with my uncle." was her icy answer.

Inuyasha watched as Naraku lead Kagome. He watched how he held her and eyed her and it did not set well with him. He was being split in two. The demon blood that ran through him yelled to him, 'mine….mine…mate!' while his human side told him he loved Kikiyo.

"Inuyasha…are you alright?" Kikiyo asked while snapping him out of his thoughts.

"Oh…yeah I was just wondering who that guy was." came his simple answer.

"Oh, that's Lord Naraku…would you like to meet him?" Kikiyo replied.

"Yeah he…there's something about him I don't like." Inuyasha said as he stopped dancing and lead Kikiyo out to them.

Just as Naraku was about to ask something Kagome stopped bowed and said, "I hope you two will be happy." Naraku turned around and bowed. He noticed that Inuyasha had eyed him before asking, "Who are you?"

"I am Lord Naraku, it is a pleasure."

"Naraku this is Lord Inuyasha and his soon to be mate Kikiyo." Kagome hissed as she eyed the both.

"It is a pleasure." Kikiyo said

"Kikiyo…I need some air. Go and sit by Kagura till I come back." Inuyasha said. He didn't gave her any time to agree he just left.

"Shall we continue then?" Naraku asked as he held on to her again.

"Oh, yes um Kikiyo tell my uncle that I must speak with him tomorrow." Kagome said before once again dancing.

Kagome was at a lost. The whole time her demon blood scrammed to just jump into her mates arms. That Naraku was not her mate. While it killed her to stay still she did what she had to. She just needed some air. She couldn't stop the hurt or her demon side to leave her alone. Kagome was focused to ignore her thoughts when Naraku said, "Would you like to see more of me after this ball."

"No, I do not whish for a mate the only thing I whish of you is to give me my lands back." Kagome answered in a voice that was colder then snow.

"If I may but why not?" Naraku added

"Kagome acted as if she leaded her head on his shoulder to rest in order to whisper in his ear, "Because your scent is all over Kikiyo. That and we are already related seeing as how your blood is the same as Kagura's." Kagome than stood up straight and added, "Now if you excuse me I need some air."

Naraku merely bowed before walking over to speak with Kagome's uncle. 'Kikiyo you stupid bitch, now we have to get her out of here in two days.' Naraku thought angrily. Naraku reached the table before saying, "Lord Marshal I would like to speak to you about Kagome."

"What about my niece?" he questioned

"I would like to take her hand in marriage." He requested as he bowed his head.

"Have you spoken with her?" the Lord Marshal asked

"Yes, she told me to speak with you before she left to get some fresh air out side." Naraku answered.

"See, well I think we should…" The Lord Marshal stopped mid sentence and zoned out. He looked to same yet he was not. He was possessed to say, "Very well, you may take my niece as your wife."

Mean while Kagome took in a deep breath and let out a long sigh. She knew Inuyasha was watching her but she didn't care. She just felt right just to be close to him. After a small silence she said, "Do you mind if I join you? I'm not up to going back to all those people." After a small silence Kagome heard him say, "Feh, do what you want wench."

Kagome easily jumped on to the roof and sat down next to him. She lightly slapped him before staring up into the sky. She was happy now; even if it wouldn't last she deserved to be happy for a short time. That's what she believed. She was brought out of her thoughts when she heard Inuyasha say, "So…what's wrong with you? Why have you been avoiding me?"

'It hurts…I just can't take it any more.' she thought sadly, "Because you don't remember me."

"I…I do but…I'm just confused." was his truthful answer.

"Inuyasha…you're happy and if you're happy with her then so be it. I will stay alone. Just promise me that you'll never hurt me." Kagome whispered.

"I could never hurt you." He whispered back as he took her into his arms and held as if she were the world's only treasure.

Kagome tensed but soon relaxed and staid in his arms where she felt safe and warm. 'Wait…he's promised to her.' she thought. 'But he was promised to me first.' her demon blood said. Just as she closed her eyes her body pulsed. Shed looked up and saw Inuyasha staring at her. His eyes were filled with a strange emotion.

"Inuyasha…what are you…" Kagome was stopped mid sentence when Inuyasha gently placed his lips on hers. She sat there in shock not knowing what to do. But when he asked for entrance she closed her eyes and gladly let him in. The kiss was short and gentle. Once it ended Kagome jumped down and walked back in.

"What the hell is wrong with me?" Inuyasha asked himself.

"Nothing…I loved it…meet me tonight at our spot." he heard Kagome's voice say.

Inuyasha jumped down and walked back in. he hoped that Kagome could hide their mixed scents from every one. Once no one told him any thing he let out a long sigh and just sat next to Kikiyo quietly.

Mean while Kagome sat next to her uncle quietly. She was thinking and she couldn't get the kiss out of her head. She was brought back to realitiy when her uncle stood up and asked for every one's attention. She looked up at her uncle and thought, 'What's wrong with him…he looks like his being controlled.'

"I am pleased to announce that my niece, Lady Kagome, is as of now been promised to Lord Naraku. The ceremony shall take place in the eastern lands." He said proudly.

'Kikiyo you bitch!' Kagome thought angrily as she stood up and said, "This is not yet certain. Naraku and I need to speak. I shall retire for the evening. Thank you all for coming." she spoke in such an icy voice that even Sesshoumaru was surprised by her coldness.

Kagome walked out and ignored any one who came close to her. She send a death glare at Kikiyo. Just as she reached the door Naraku stood in her way. He smiled at her and said, "May I have one last dance?"

"No, now let me pass." She hissed as she showed her fangs.

"And why not?" he questioned

"I do not dance with crap like you, now move before I fucking move you." she growled out loudly.

"Very well then…good night my Lady…my love." he whispered the last part before getting out of her way.

Once she was out she left to her room and changed into a outfit that was similar to Inuyasha's. Once she was changed she made sure she had her weapons and took off to their underground meeting place. Once she arrived she build a small fire and laid down and before she knew it she had fallen asleep.