Flattery Will Get You Nowhere

by That'sMyFiasco

A new collection of 100-word drabbles, written for Forthright's Perfect Compliment challenge. Very short, very sweet, generally canon happenings. Happy Valentine's Day!

5. Mothering Instincts

Chapter Five- Mothering Instincts

"Thanks- this is really good!" Inuyasha said- or at least, that's what Mrs. Higurashi assumed he said- it was difficult to understand when he talked around mouthfuls of ramen.

The hanyou had his attention on the steaming bowl, and Mama slid into the chair opposite, contented smile on her face. "It's always wonderful to have you, Inuyasha," she said gently. "I wish you'd come and stay more often."

Inuyasha looked up in surprise, hurrying to swallow the food currently in his mouth. "Oh- er, s-sure. I mean, if you want me to."

Mrs. Higurashi smiled. "I think we would like that very much."