Title: Second Chances

By: Spiritraven

Disclaimer: I don't own Buffy the Vampire Slayer or Inuyasha. The characters belong to those that created them I'm just using them for my own sick needs.

Warnings: Yaoi boy on boy and no beta so there are mistakes. This is also somewhat AU. So if this is not your thing then please don't read.

Author's Note: I'm going to try and update most of my stories. Up next is Xander's Choice and Return of War.

Chapter Ten:

Inuyasha growled low in his throat picking at the collar of the silk kimono he was forced to wear to meet Kouga. Why he had to wear a kimono he didn't know, but at least Xander was also forced to wear one so he didn't feel as bad. Xander's was black with some type of purple flowers on the sleeves while Inuyasha's was red with sakura flowers. Not only was he forced to wear something else Sesshoumaru had ordered others to bath Inuyasha and then to fix his hair. Inuyasha looked over at Xander and how his hair was tied in a high pony tail with flowers weaved into the knot. He grinned knowing the kitsune wasn't happy about this anymore then he was, but Xander also didn't have a choice. "This is only Kouga so why the hell do we have to dress up?"

"Kouga is still the Lord of the Northern Lands and as such you will show respect hanyou." Sesshoumaru ordered coldly then ignored his brother when a guard came to his side and whispered something in his ear. "The wolves have arrived they shall be here shortly." It better be soon for Sesshoumaru was not one to be kept waiting.

Inuyasha caught the scent of Kouga and his two pack mates Ginta and Hakkaku before they showed themselves. Ginta and Hakkaku were still in their furs, but it was Kouga that surprised him. The wolf prince was dressed like Sesshoumaru only his was just plain black with silver on his shoulders. Inuyasha waited as Kouga came up to them and opened his mouth to insult him when his foot was stepped on. He turned and glared at Xander who was glaring right back.

Kouga saw what happened and grinned with amusement at Inuyasha before turning his attention to Sesshoumaru and the royal kitsune. "Thank you Sesshoumaru-sama for having us in your home."

Sesshoumaru bowed his head slightly in respect. "You are welcome Prince Kouga and may I introduce you to Alexander the Lord of the Southern Lands and you know my half brother of course."

"Yeah Inuyasha and I know each other." Kouga winked at the hanyou ignoring the growl. "Oh by the way Sesshoumaru-sama you need to get your toady to remember things. I was told the royal kitsune I was to meet was the Lord of the Northern Lands. It was a little insulting considering I am the Lord of the North."

Sesshoumaru narrowed his eyes and glared at the little kappa standing next to him. "Yes I shall see that he's punished." Jaken shivered in dread at the tone of his Master's voice and what was to come.

"Oh come on it was just a mistake." Xander spoke when he saw the fear in Jaken's eyes. True he didn't like the little green kappa, but he shouldn't be punished for a simple mistake. "We all know the truth now so let's just let it go."

Inuyasha flinched when he got a good look at his brother's face. It seems like Sesshoumaru forgot all about punishing Jaken and was now putting his sights on Xander. Inuyasha shook his head at the stupid kitsune. If Sesshoumaru wanted to punish his servant then that was his business it was better to stay out of it.

"You will not tell this Sesshoumaru what to do with his servant." Sesshoumaru's voice was even colder if that was even possible.

"I don't mean to interrupt Sesshoumaru-sama." Kouga placed a smile on his face. "Wouldn't it be better if we can get our business out of the way?"

"Yeah that's a great idea let's do that." Xander spoke up not liking how Sesshoumaru was looking at him or how Inuyasha had pity in his eyes. "Um are we having our talk in your study Sesshoumaru?" Anything to get Sesshoumaru's mind off of him and back on the business at hand.

Sesshoumaru raised one perfect eyebrow as he started down Xander. The little fox thought he was going to get away for insulting him. Sesshoumaru would let him believe he won and then the punishment would be much sweeter. "Jaken will show your pack mates to their rooms while we have our meeting Prince Kouga."

"Ginta, Hakkaku, I will catch up with you later." Kouga nodded at his friends and followed Sesshoumaru, Inuyasha, and the kitsune into the palace. Walking down the hall Kouga spent some time studying Inuyasha. He was beautiful dressed as he was in a kimono with his hair fixed up nice. Kouga took a small sniff and caught the scent of Inuyasha with sakura petals in the mix. "I have to say when you clean up you look almost decent mutt."

Inuyasha turned his head a glared at the wolf demon. "Like I care what you think mangy wolf."

"Hey I gave you a complement mutt." Kouga jogged up to Inuyasha's side and grinned at the hanyou knowing it was pissing him off. Inuyasha's cheeks would blush a pretty red and would make him look innocent.

Xander got in the middle before a fight was started between the two. "We don't have time for this so can't you guys sit down so we can get this meeting over with?" He glared at both of them coldly. "I still have two kits to train before dinner."

Inuyasha grunted and turned away from Kouga making his way to the chair nearest the door and sitting down. Kouga followed taking the chair next to the hanyou leaving the one by Sesshoumaru for Xander. Sesshoumaru sat up straight and coldly stared at the demons and hanyou sitting across from his desk. "It's rather simply Prince Kouga all Alexander wants is for you to allow the kitunes to return to their homes without any trouble. I know you have no control over the South however the old wolf who is in control listens to you. It's in both your best interest to allow the kitsunes to return."

"We also agreed to send some males and females to your den and the Southern pack's den to be trained or even find mates." Xander had a long talk with the Leaders of his people and they all agreed to this for the best of all tribes. "We know that after what Naraku has done your packs are almost gone completely. This way the lands will be protected and there will be peace between our people"

Kouga had to admit that was a great idea and it was true that most of the males have been killed by Kagura and the females were few. They needed new blood in order to survive and what better then the kitsunes. It was well known that kitsunes breed as much as rabbits did and that was something the packs needed right now. "I agree with this agreement and I will speak with the Elder reguarding the South." Kouga turned his attention to Xander. "Do you plan to take you place back as Lord of the South?" If he did it would mean trouble since Ayame planned to take over after her grandfather passes on.

"No I won't take over as long as my kitsunes are protected and taken care of." Xander didn't want to be in control he just wanted his people protected that and he didn't think Sesshoumaru would let him leave anyway.

Kouga was pleased with the outcome and he was sure the Elder would also agree to the agreement. "Then is that all?"

"No to make this agreement solid I order a mating between a wolf of the North and my brother Inuyasha." Sesshoumaru ignored his brother when he jumped from his seat and started yelling.

"Hey why me?" Inuyasha was growling all over the place not happy at all at what his brother said. "This is between the kitsune and wolves why do I have to marry the wolf why not Xander?"

Sesshoumaru glared at his brother in hidden rage. "Alexander is under my protection and is a member of the West. However did brother since the wolves control the South this makes the kitsune nothing more than a servant. You my dear little brother are a prince of the West despite the fact that I hate you."

"What your brother is trying to say Inuyasha." Xander spoke up before Inuyasha could have thrown himself over the desk at his brother. "Is that I have no land so the agreement can't be valid with my marriage to a member of Prince Kouga's pack. Sesshoumaru has taken me in and with that he has taken my problems also"

"So your small mutt brain can understand a royal of the West must marry a royal of the North or the South to make the agreement valid." Kouga smirked enjoying the look of horror on Inuyasha's face. "Sesshoumaru won't mate with us so that leaves you."

Inuyasha cursed under his breath knowing they were right and Sesshoumaru had also had the right to arrange his mating. It was Sesshoumaru that voided his mating with Kikyou. As the Alpha and Lord of the Western Lands Sesshoumaru has full control over his family and those under his protection including Inuyasha as much as he hated that fact. "Like hell I'm going to let you force me to mate Sesshoumaru."

"Who will you chose to stand for the wolf tribes Prince Kouga?" Sesshoumaru ignored his half brother as he had a tantrum. Inuyasha will accept his lot in life he will not be given a choice.

Inuyasha was filled with dread as Xander and Sesshoumaru looked on amused. Kouga had an evil grin upon his face like he was really going to enjoy what was going to happen next. "I will Sesshoumaru-sama."

Xander grinned trying not to let Inuyasha see how happy he was at hearing the wolf's words. This was what Sesshoumaru and Xander has been hoping for and that was Kouga accepting the mating. Inuyasha may give hell at first, but the wolf would be good for him. Sesshoumaru despite saying how much he hates his brother did want him cared for and wolves were fierce protectors almost as fierce as the inu demons. "Then we agree the mating will be between Kouga of the Northern Wolf tribe and Inuyasha Prince of the Western Lands."

"Hey bastard listen to me!" Inuyasha yelled watching Sesshoumaru get up from his desk and leaving the room followed by Xander leaving him alone with Kouga in the study. "Dammit that bastard." Inuyasha's attention was turned to Kouga and he snarled. "The hell I'll mate with you wolf."

Kouga laughed and stood up from his seat wanting to look at Inuyasha in the eyes. "Now calm down mutt it won't be so bad I'll be a good mate."

"I don't give a damn you mangy wolf I don't want to mate I was released from a mating. The last thing I want is to mate again so soon."

So Inuyasha mating the former dead miko was true. It was no wonder Sesshoumaru was forcing this mating on his brother. It was to keep him from making stupid mistakes. "It's already been done Inuyasha so get used to it. I'll be good to you." Kouga walked up to Inuyasha and planted a small kiss on his forehead. "I may act like a bastard in front of you, but I do respect you and I know you feel the same. Let's just get to know each other better. If we can't get along then we'll try to come up with something else."

Inuyasha knew the wolf meant what he said so he nodded. "Alright I trust your word Kouga."

"Good now let's go and get something to eat I'm hungry here." Kouga left the study with Inuyasha at his side. The battle was won, but the war was far from over.