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An Unimpressive Ending	By : Sarafeenuh Category: InuYasha > Het - Male/Female > Sessh?maru/Kagome > Sessh?maru/Kagome Views: 7811 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 5
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Chapter 11
They traveled for a number of days, all the while Sesshomaru led them through thicker forests and rougher terrain. There seemed, to Kagome at least, to be a sort of path they were following but it was not especially clear. Occasionally Sesshomaru would use his sword to cut through brush and allow them a wider berth to accommodate A-Un. The first few days they had settled camp as they had been, but this evening they were in fairly tight quarters. The trail had become steep and rocky and Sesshomaru found a small outcropping of flat land that would only just fit the three travelers.
A-Un settled down and curled up in an attempt to take up as little room as possible. Sesshomaru removed his armor and settled against a tree.
“We will be unable to make a fire in this area.”
Kagome turned from A-Un, whom she had been petting, the two heads fighting for equal attention.
“I wouldn’t think so, forest fires aren’t usually on my list of vacation plans.”
Sesshomaru was arranging his swords next to him on the ground, the hilt of Bakusaiga resting against his thigh within easy reach. Satisfied with his chosen spot for the night he returned his attentions to Kagome, “It will be colder at this higher elevation. You will need to sleep with me.”
Kagome laughed, “Need to? What about all the other nights I sleep with you?”
Sesshomaru shrugged, “Those times it has not be necessary.”
Kagome just rolled her eyes before moving to settle herself between his legs, her back resting against his unarmored chest. Sesshomaru wrapped his arms around her middle and she slipped her hands inside the large sleeves of his haori for warmth. She found she liked this part of the day best. Whether necessary or not, every night since that first kiss, Sesshomaru held her while she slept. It made everything else seem less important and less worrisome. She was still nervous about the idea of being presented to the other daiyoukai. Even the thought of what exactly it would mean to be Sesshomaru’s mate was kind of intimidating. She was apprehensive to hear her friends’ reactions and she suspected she would have to see Inuyasha again before all of this was over. However, at the end of the day, being wrapped up with Sesshomaru made those thoughts seem distant.
“How much further will we be traveling?”
Sesshomaru leaned down, his warm breath passing over her cheek as he spoke, “We should reach Keizo’s home by tomorrow evening.”
“Keizo?”
“He is an old family friend and a gifted metalworker. I have a commission for him.”
“Ahh,” Kagome nestled deeper into Sesshomaru’s embrace and began to drift.

When they finally did reach Keizo’s home the next day Kagome was impressed with the grandeur of it. It reminded her of a cabin resort where wealthy people would take skiing retreats. It was quite large and the walls were made of massive logs. There was a chimney letting out a steady stream of smoke to ward off the evening chill.
The sun was just setting as they approached, but before they got to the intricately carved door it slid open and revealed a youkai that seemed to be Sesshomaru’s opposite in nearly every way. He was tall but his coloring was very dark. He had deep brown hair that was cropped to brush his shoulders, his eyes were a charcoal, almost black tone, and his skin was very tanned. He greeted them with a warm smile.
“Sesshomaru-sama! I sensed you approaching, your companion as well! Please, please come inside,” Keizo’s voice was deep and booming.
Sesshomaru kept his hand on the small of Kagome’s back as he ushered her in out of the chill mountain air. She looked around and was impressed with the size of the room and the large fireplace that sat against the wall, a low lacquered table arranged in front of it.
“Keizo, this is Kagome, my intended.”
Eyes lighting up as he took her hand Keizo spoke to Sesshomaru first, “You always did like to create a scandal,” he then turned his attention to the miko, “It is a pleasure to meet you Kagome-sama, you are most welcome.”
Kagome smiled, “It is my pleasure to meet a friend of Sesshomaru-samas. Your home is quite lovely.”

A bit later, after A-Un had been settled outside and tea had been made the three sat at the table sharing a simple meal of rice and dried meat. As it turned out Keizo was a bear youkai who had fought alongside the Inu no Taisho in some long-passed war and they had become close friends. After which he was a staple at palace events.
Currently, Keizo was regaling Kagome with tales of Sesshomaru’s youth and she was hanging on his every word.
“He used to like to trip the ladies of the court at gatherings. He would wait outside the ballroom and offer them escort when they’d had too much to drink, but instead he’d place his foot on the back of their kimono ends so that they would go stumbling.”
“Sesshomaru! Really? Remind me never to get drunk around you again!” Kagome was laughing, her cheeks red.
Sesshomaru lifted his shoulders, “This one found the many parties to be quite boring.”
“Toga and I found his antics pretty amusing, his mother never did though. Have you met her yet Kagome-sama?”
Suddenly nervous, Kagome stopped her giggles, “No, I haven’t. Should I be worried?”
Keizo smiled reassuringly, “I wouldn’t think so. She does have a flair for the dramatic though. That’s where Sesshomaru-sama gets it from.”

Later that night Kagome had been shown to a bedroom and Sesshomaru and Keizo stayed up drinking tea in front of the fire. Keizo was eyeing Sesshomaru appraisingly. The daiyoukai was fully aware of the scrutiny and figured it would only be a matter of time before the questions began.
“So, a miko?”
“Yes.”
“The Shikon miko?”
“Yes.”
Keizo’s eyes crinkled and he cocked his head to the side, “I take it you aren’t here just to introduce me to your lovely mate-to-be.”
Sesshomaru was relieved that there was to be no further discussion of just what Kagome was, “I am in need of a courting gift. Something to present when I formally announce my intentions.”
Keizo smiled, “That I can certainly help you with. What does she like?”
Sesshomaru paused to sip at his tea, “I am not sure. She has many fine things, or I have given her many fine things, but she does not often ornament herself. I want the gift to be something she will actually wear, so nothing too extravagant, but it must clearly show her station.”
Keizo thought before responding, “Give me some time? Perhaps a week. You are of course welcome to stay while I come up with something.”
“That is acceptable.”
The matter settled the two continued to catch up until nearly dawn. When Sesshomaru finally excused himself to his room he was caught at the sight of Kagome curled up on the futon, a heavy fur tightly wrapped around her. When he slid in next to her she immediately moved to cling to his warmth. The feeling of being wanted washed over him and he found himself wishing they could stay away longer. He wasn’t looking forward to returning to the palace and how that would disturb their peaceful time alone. He resolved himself to enjoy it while he could and pulled his intended closer, allowing her scent to lull him to sleep.
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