A/N: So I have a warning, violence and gore! You have been warned. Please enjoy this chapter!
My mating day
Kagome's POV:
I awoke the next morning, with a feeling of uneasiness. I knew what was going to happen today, but that wasn't what was making me feel this. I would describe it as more of a feeling of foreboding. I knew something bigger than me getting mated was going to happen in the near future. I shook the feeling as best as I could and decided to start my day as Natasha was already at my hot springs preparing my supplies for my morning bath. I walked into the room and she greeted me with a warm smile. "Good morning Kagome. I hope you are ready to experience the best day of your life." She seemed excited for me which helped me become more excited for today's event.
"Of course I am! This is what I have been waiting for since the day I met Sesshomaru." I said with a ridiculously big smile on face. I was now officially ready for what this day was going to bring. I quickly got out of my sleeping garments and walked into the springs to start my bath. While Natasha was washing my hair, Inuhime walked into the room. "There you are! We have a lot to do today, so please don't be too much longer. We have the final fitting and hair before the morning meal, then we have til half passed noon to finish preparing you for the ceremony. No time to waste!" She said almost frantically. I dunked my head under the water to get the suds out and then looked over at my mother-in-law. "I will be at the seamstresses in no more than five minutes. I just want to wash my body and then I will be out." This seemed to relax her as she then smiled. Satisfied that I would be along shortly, she turned and left the room. Natasha then made short work of washing my body and helping me get dressed. We walked side by side to the seamstresses and she left after I walked into the room.
"Ah, there you are my lady, no time to loose. Put these on so I can make sure they fit appropriately." the seamstress with care but no room for argument. Inuhime walked in as I was putting on the sash of the kimono. She teared up a little bit. It was a two layer kimono. The bottom layer was a cherry blossom red and was very form fitting until it reached my knees. At the knees it slowly flowed out until it grazed the ground. The top layer was white with stars that seemed to sparkle across the bust. From the midsection to my knees there were silver petals that shined when I walked. It was the most beautiful kimono I had ever worn. It was also form fitting until the knees. It followed the same style as the under kimono. "You look beautiful my dear." Inuhime said, looking like she was walking down memory lane.
"Is there something you would like to talk about mother?" I asked trying to get her mind off of my dress.
"Oh, no dear, I simply wanted to see how this was coming along so that we could get to your hair. It's almost time for the morning meal and I don't want us to be late." She said with a sparkle in her eyes. The seamstress smiled at Inuhime. "She is finished, the kimono is perfect. No altercations needed."
"Good, now go and change Kagome, I'm not a very patient woman and we need to get your hair as perfect as that kimono." Inuhime said with pride in her voice. I knew then that she was going to do my hair herself. "Yes mother," was all I could say as I walked to the changing screen to change yet again. This morning is already busier than I wanted it to be and I couldn't wait to see Sesshomaru at the morning meal. We walked along a hall until we reached her rooms. Inside the first room a station was set up with hair accessories and a spot for me to sit so she could fix my hair. This was going to be an interesting experience. I sat down and waited as she began to pick up one accessory after another, putting it next to my hair and face, deciding on which ones would be best. Next she brushed my long raven locks and began to twist and braid them. In the end, my hair was braided around my head like a crown with the middle of my hair in a flowing ponytail. She had a few strands of my bangs strategically flowing down the sides of my face in little ringlets. In my hair was silver and red hair pins holding the braid in place and making me look like royalty. "There, you are perfect. I will have to take it down for now, since Sesshomaru isn't allowed to see until the ceremony, but I believe with the kimono, you will take his breath away." She stated as she began letting my hair fall down before placing it in a simple bun for our meal. "Now, hurry along. We mustn't keep them waiting." Inuhime instructed as she began pushing me towards the door. I walked with haste to the dining room where my intended was waiting for me. The guards opened the door for me and I quickly sat next to Sesshomaru.
The morning meal went by uneventfully, and I couldn't help the feeling of foreboding that came back. Sesshomaru grabbed my hand, it was as if he has had the same feeling too. After everyone had eaten, Inuhime quickly grabbed me and took me to get ready. I put the kimono back on and she quickly redid my hair. After which she spent a good hour getting my makeup just right. Then we picked out a pair of flat shoes that were satin and very comfortable. It was time. Inuhime walked me to the door I was supposed to walk through and then went to find her seat. I watched as Sesshomaru went to the front of the room wearing a plain white Hakamas and red yukata. He looked very formal and even had his silver hair pulled up into a ponytail. He looked so much like his father like this. It was attractive, but also a little eerie. When I got the signal, I began my ascent to the front of the room. All eyes were on me and I could see the tears already forming in my sister's eyes as well as grandma Kaede's eyes. I knew this was going to be beautiful. When I made it to the front, Sesshomaru had his hand out and a gladly accepted it.
We stood in front of the elder and he began the mating ceremony. "We are her to share in the momentous occasion of the mating of Kagome Higurashi and Sesshomaru Inu-No. If there is no reason for these two to mate, you may speak now. If not, I will continue." We waited a couple minutes and when no one spoke, he continued. "We will begin with the exchange of oaths. Sesshomaru, Do you vow to be loyal and protect your intended for all eternity. To share with her your life span and to, if need be, lay your life down for her and any pups you may have in the future? Do you vow to make her your first priority and to share with her all moments of your life, even your moments of vulnerability?" The elder looked at Sesshomaru with no emotion in his eyes. "I, Sesshomaru do vow with everything I am." Sesshomaru stated with full confidence. The elder then looked to me, "Do you Kagome, vow to be loyal and nurturing to Sesshomaru and any pups you have? Do you vow to support him in times of war and times of peace, and when needed, take on his responsibilities?"
I didn't even have to think about it. This is what I wanted, now and forever. "I, Kagome, do vow with everything I am." I said and then turned to look at Sesshomaru as he turned to look at me. The elder continued, "You have both given an unbreakable vow to each other, to break the vow, would mean a certain disaster for the one who broke it. We will seal this vow with blood from the ones who are to be mated." At this point, a servant appeared and handed Sesshomaru a goblet and a knife. He quickly cut the palm of his hand and let a decent amount fall into the goblet. The knife was then handed to me and I repeated his actions. Once there was a reasonable amount in the cup, the elder stirred the blood, mixing both of our essences together. He then handed Sesshomaru back the goblet, which Sesshomaru drank from. After he drank his share, he handed the goblet back to the elder who then handed it to me. I followed Sesshomaru's example and drank my share. It didn't taste as bad as I thought it would, I do not know why. Once it was done, the elder held a smile on his face.
"It is done, please join me in welcoming the new Mr and Mrs Inu-No!" The elder stated in a loud voice. We turned towards the crowd, and there was only one sour face in the whole audience. Onigumo didn't look too happy that we had mated fully. That was fine by me. He was only here as a part of a punishment and would be out of my life soon enough. After the ceremony, we went to the dance hall to celebrate. The servants had prepared a grand feast and we danced long into the night, As the guests started to retire for the evening, Izayoi approached me and handed me a gift. "Something to help protect you. You never know who will try to come after you now." She said in a low voice before she and Tiasho left for the evening. Sesshomaru and I then bid our good nights and retired to our rooms. As we approached our rooms, Jaken came running towards us, "MiLord, Milady! I am so sorry for intruding but something urgent has come up. Your father and Inuyasha are waiting for you in the war room MiLord. Naraku has sent a final commune declaring war!" Jaken quickly bowed before leaving just a quickly as he appeared.
Sesshomaru turned to me and gave me a soft, sweet kiss. "I must see to this immediately, keep your guard up, but try to get some rest. I will be in when I can." He then left and I walked into our rooms. As I sat on the edge of the bed, I decided to open the gift from Izayoi. It was a Knife. It had rubies and Sapphires on the hilt and was extremely sharp. I put it under my pillow as I got up to get out of this kimono and into my sleeping garments. Once changed, I laid down in bed and closed my eyes to sleep. I had a visit from Midoriko shortly after I fell asleep. "Kagome, you are in danger. There is someone entering your room as we speak, Don't worry, I am going to take over control for the moment. I will make Sesshomaru aware and handle the situation myself as you are not ready to face this particular foe. I will keep you safe, that I promise." After that she disappeared and my world went black.
Midoriko's POV:
I opened Kagome's eyes but didn't move a muscle as I tried to use Kagome's bond to commune with Sesshomaru. "Sesshomaru, this is Medoriko. I have temporarily taken over Kagome's conciseness to protect her. If I hadn't Kagome would be dead before you had the chance to get to her. Onigumo has come to kill her on Naraku's behalf. I will rid her of this problem. Finish your meeting and then come and comfort your mate." I got a taste of the connection as I felt Sesshomaru's anger at my message. I knew he wasn't mad at me, but rather at the attempt on his mate's life. I then slowly reached under the pillow and grabbed the knife firmly. I waited for Onigumo to lean over. "Kagome, I told you, you belong to Naraku. I shall kill you this night for your disobedience. What a pity, you would have made a delectable slave for my lord and brother."
At that point a smirked, Luckily, Kagome wouldn't remember a thing that is happening right now. "It is you who will die this night, you sick bastard." The look of shock on his face was all I allowed before I quickly pulled out the knife and slit his throat. His blood gushed over Kagome's body as I then jabbed the knife into his chest, piercing his heart to make sure he was dead. I then used Kagome's legs to push Onigumo's lifeless body off of the blade and onto the floor. As soon as I finished I could feel the pull, bringing Kagome back into control and pushing me back to my own realm.
A/N: Thoughts? Onigumo is finally gone! Next chapter, Sesshomaru walks in on the gory scene and his reaction! As always, please R&R. Until next time!