Crooked Teeth

by Silver Standard Society

Through usual mishap, Kagome's been separated from the group. Through unusual circumstance, Sesshomaru has decided to return her. Unless, you know, he kills her first. A long story told in short snippets. Complete.

20. Menace

20-Menace

"I'm a hostage?" Kagome was incredulous.

Sesshomaru gave a gentle wave of hand, his elegant form of shrugging.

Kagome stopped in her tracks. "Then I refuse!" she cried. "I'll find my own way."

"Do not be a fool," Sesshomaru chided as he walked. "Who will protect you from danger?"

"Me," Kagome said determinedly. "I've been getting better with my archery every day."

Sesshomaru turned around, his expression ominous. "All right," he said calmly.

He was instantly behind her, tilting her face with his hand as he whispered into the nape of her neck.

"Then who will protect you from me?"