Weeping Willows
By Dragoness
Disclaimer: I do not own the characters in this story. They are the product of the wonderful Rumiko Takahashi . Only the story is mine.
Sorry, Sorry, Sorry. (bows repeatedly) I know I would have usually updated by now please don't kill me. My only excuse is life. I think that sums it all up. Enjoy.
Chapter 11 I've Missed You
"You look great," said Kagome as her eyes swept Sesshomaru's form. A slight blush tinted her face when she locked eyes with him. She didn't think anything was wrong with looking but being caught looking was embarrassing.
"I am glad you called," Sesshomaru replied. " I have missed you. I know you have been helping Sango and Miroku with their problems but I have gotten spoiled. Even though we have talked on the phone I have gotten used to seeing you. The phone just doesn't compare to being in your company."
Smiling, her blush deepening Kagome replied, "Thank you, you're so sweet."
"How are they doing by the way?" he inquired as he reached for more tea. They had decided on a wonderful Japanese restaurant named Miniami 5. They had a wonderfdul selection so they could enjoy not only traditional Japenese pub fare but Korean BBQ as well. They also had private rooms with the tatami seats in some and leg-well floor seats in others depending on the customers wish. Looking straight at the shoji screen without really seeing the intricate designs Kagome sighed.
"Better. Not great, but much better. Miroku moved in with one of his friends so Sango could stay in the apartment. They are trying to work things out but I guess it's going to take time." Her face scrunching up in confusion Kagome added, "I still don't know what they were fighting about. Neither one of them will tell me. It's all really weird. "
"Hn," said Sesshomaru, "Maybe it's too much to bear right now, them talking about it. Give them time I am sure one of them will tell you."
"I guess you are right," Kagome said staring off into space.
The waitress then came in to bring another pot of tea and to bring more dumplings. Glancing at Kagome Sesshomaru noticed her mood was taking a turn for the worst, much to his dismay. They finally had managed to get some time together; he didn't want to spoil it. Had he known she would react to his question like this he never would have asked.
Smirking as an idea came to him he said, "You know I don't think I properly greeted you when we met."
Cocking her head to the side Kagome tried to figure out what he was talking about. She then started going over what had happened He had picked her up from her house. She got in the car, they said hello, he gave her a peck on the check and they headed for the restaurant. "What are you talking about? Everything has been wonderful. YOU have been wonderful."
"No I have been remiss in my handling of you. After all I have not seen you face to face in over a week." With that Sesshomaru leaned over and captured Kagome's lips. Turning red as a tomato at the physical display of affection in front of the waitress Kagome stayed stark still.
She tried to pull away only to have Sesshomaru's hand snake around the back of her head, keeping her in place. The waitress, knowing the customers needed privacy left, stopping only for a moment for one last look at the couple before closing the shoji screen. She wished her boyfriend was so commanding.
It wasn't long before Kagome's body started to react. Once her brain caught up she inched closer to Sesshomaru winding her hands in his hair. Moaning into his mouth she pushed her body against his trying to get as close as possible.
When they broke for air Sesshomaru had to scoot back a little and readjust himself. His plan was to get her mind on more pleasant things to lighten her mood. Though it seemed to do just that he hadn't anticipated the effect it would have on him as well.
He was ready to take her to his home now. However, the time was still not right. The way he had figured it they needed a few more months to cement the relationship before going any further. He did not believe in rushing into things, it was just how his mathematical mind worked. Everything had a specific time and a place. He found that sex always complicated things a bit. People often got more emotional and less rational.
Clearing his throat Sesshomaru noticed Kagome was staring at him intently.
"You know I think you just like to see me blush," she said giving Sesshomaru a mock glare. One would have thought she were angry if not for the slight smile on her lips.
"I don't know what you are talking about," Sesshomaru said innocently though his eyes were saying something entirely different.
Continuing he said, "I merely realized I had not properly greeted you and sought to rectify the situation."
"Yeah right," said Kagome smirking. "Did you still want to go back to the Karaoke bar tonight. I would really like to try again. No emergencies, no Miroku, no Sango just us. But you have to dance."
Thinking back on their dancing the last time Sesshomaru smirked devilishly. "I have no problem with that," he purred.
"Great, once we finish you can drop me off at home so I can get ready." Kagome said happily.
"Hn," Sesshomaru confirmed. "I will come back for you around ten, is that acceptable?"
Kagome nodded as she returned to her food. The two continued to eat and talk, catching up on what the other had missed in the last couple of weeks.
I know this was way shorter than my usual chapters but I needed to end it here. You will find out what happened between Sango and Miroku in the next few chapters. I didn't forget. Amataro Minami 5- jo branch is a real restaurant. It is a couple of blocks from the Susukino station exit 3. I have never personally eaten there before it has gotten several rave reviews on both their food and ambiance.