Forsaken Fairytale

by Lala Insane

She was a human and he was a demon, yet they were drawn to each other. Pride was the only thing keeping their curiosity concealed and their clothes on. Enter a world were politics turns into a very deadly game and it all comes down to the right wish. A story told in snippets about star crossed lovers, political expectations, and a very manipulative spider. S/K -Rewritten-

5. To The Rescue

Chapter Five: To the Rescue

He walked up swiftly behind the Princess to catch the end of their conversation. Now an uncomfortable silence swept through the group. "Surely you jest," he said while stepping beside Kagome.

"Ah, but I do," Naraku said with his red gaze locked on his own. "She has yet to accept my offer of courtship."

"Do proceed with care, Lady Mother. You are responsible for the Kingdom now," the Princess said in a delicate voice.

"I am merely courting him, not marrying him," the Queen replied with a flustered look.

"Forgive our intrusion, we do not mean to be rude," he replied. "I came on behalf of the Lord of the East. He has requested an audience with Lord Naraku. Now, if you will excuse us." He gracefully led the confused Princess away from her mother.

"You were just with me, how could you have known of the Lord's wishes?" she asked.

"Though a lie, it worked according to plan. He has no choice but to go to his lord's side," he explained. "And the Lord has many words for him. You are therefore in my dept nonetheless."

"Thank you for rescuing me, so to speak."

Word Count: 200

Prompt: Knight

Original Posting Date: 6/20/12

A/N: I was inspired yet again. I believe this should make people happy. Enjoy!