Tender Rebel

By: Aurora Collins

Disclaimers: I do not own Inuyasha or any of the characters associated with it. I'm only borrowing the characters to amuse myself and hopefully others. ^_^

Ch.10 It Ends Here

The night was getting late and Sesshomaru was getting worried because he hadn't seen Kagome in a long time. He wondered where she could of gone. He already checked all the rooms and the billiard because he knew how much Kagome liked to make a debate. Sesshomaru even checked the women's room just in case and she wasn't in there either. He even went so far as to start asking the guests if they had seen her becuase it was imperative that she be found at all costs. The night was waning and the dawn was drifting above the clouds. That is when the guests departed to their rooms and all that was left was Sesshomaru still trying to find his future mate. He finally deduced that she might of retired for the night and forgot to tell him about it. He concluded that would be his next stop. He checked her room and found that it was empty. Sesshomaru felt his stomach drop and he had never felt this kind of feeling before... the feeling of fear. Next he went to his room to see if she was possibly there, but again nothing came to fruitition. He was about to turn away and go seek out Kujo to see if he saw her, but that is when he saw a piece of paper stabbed into his pillow with a small dagger. He ripped the paper from it's pin and read the note carefully:

Sesshomaru,

Your Kagome is in safe hands. If you want to see her again then meet my messenger in the woods three miles east from your estates at twilight. Don't bring anyone or your precious Kagome dies. Follow the messengers order to the letter and you will find me. I look forward to seeing you.

N.

Sesshomaru shredded the paper into little pieces and he was more then pissed. What made him upset is the fact that he couldn't conclude what the N meant at the bottom of the letter. It didn't make any sense and it made him frustrated that he had to rely on a messanger to lead him to his Kagome. He hoped she was alright, the letter said so, but if any harm did befall her there would be hell to pay. His eyes flashed red as his demon side was begging to come out and seek revenge for this badluck that had fallen onto his lap. Whoever it was that had her was wishing for a death sentence and he would enjoy killing the son of a bitch that took her from him. He would enjoy killing them more than he did with Naraku. Naraku! Could that N mean Naraku. It was impossible because he was dead. Sesshomaru saw it himself, but then why did he get this sickening feeling inside. Something wasn't right.

If is was Naraku then there would be a lot of problems ahead. What if Naraku tried to use Kagome against him like he did with Rin? If that were the case Sesshomaru would just have to go about it like he always did, with a cool head on his shoulders and that ice heart he was fond of carrying around. If it were Naraku he would have to kill that mutt once again, and this time he would do it without any sacrafices. Sesshomaru actually hated to think that Inuyasha died for nothing and that was a large step in his life to feel sympathy for a mutt half brother. He would follow the letter to the very last word and he wouldn't tell anyone where he was going, but it never said that he couldn't leave a note to a certain someone...

That evening Sesshomaru got himself ready for what he was sure to be a big fight. He would battle until he couldn't breath anymore because his Kagome was worth more than his life. He was confident he would win and he would be damned if anything happened. Sesshomaru put on his outfit that he wore on his travels when Naraku was around, with the shoulder armor and the white kimono with the flowers. He strapped on both swords just in case. He kept his hair loose with his bangs falling forward, hanging over his crescent moon that adorned his forehead. The magenta stripes that decorated his cheeks stood out against all the white and his pale skin. Sesshomaru was the true definition of a demon lord and he would show to anyone who dared to cross him that they would never survive.

He tied on his sash, which was the last piece to his attire and he began to go on his way east of his castle. He would smell out this messenger and get to the root of the matter swiftly so that he could reassure himself that Kagome was indeed safe. That, at this point, was all that mattered to him. Sesshomaru sped up his pace at a fast run so that he could get there all the quicker and he thanked Kami that the messenger he sought was there, but when he came closer he recognized the demon quiet avidly. It was that young pup who tried to court Kagome some months back. He changed in appearance but Sesshomaru knew who it was and the name Regan rung in his head like an alarm.

Sesshomaru skidded to a halt right in front of Regan, kicking up some loose dirt in the process. Sesshomaru growled out, "Don't tell me you're a willing participant of this Regan? I swear if anything happened to Kagome I'll..." Regan smirked evilly, "You'll do what? If you kill me now then you will never be able to find her and if I fail to get to my master's lair before a certain appointed time then she will be lost to you forever. So I suggest you keep your cool, follow me and pray to your Gods that this will be done with quickly." Sesshomaru bit out, "You are going to get it Regan! One way or the other, you will regret ever crossing this Sesshomaru! If you didn't have some defense to hide behind then be rest assured that you would of been dead three seconds ago!"

"Good thing I do then, but don't worry too much about me... it's you who you should be worried about. Now come with me so we can get on with it," Regan said as he turned around and began to walk off. Sesshomaru followed unwillingly of course but he had to know why Regan betrayed him. He wouldn't ask though because that would just show a weaker side of himself. It seemed Regan read his thoughts because he began to talk, "I already know what you're thinking bastard. You're thinking of why I took Kagome, why I betrayed you, and why I'm here now? I can tell you why just to quench that curiosity of yours. I took Kagome because I couldn't have her. I honestly love her and you took her from me. I was able to betray you because of that, because Kagome should of been mine... you're not good enough for her. As for me being here, let's just say that I made a very strong pact with someone you know from your past."

Sesshomaru was getting more and more angry every moment that wolf demon talked. He just wanted to tear out Regan's tongue and shove it down his throat to shut him up, but he became even more curious, "If you're talking about Naraku then you can guarantee that he would kill you the moment you are of no use to him." Regan at that point had the audacity to , "Ahahahaha! You really are a dumb dog! Who said anything about Naraku? He's yesterdays news. Just be patient and you'll see HIM." "HIM?" Sesshomaru said to himself. Apparently this person he was suppose to meet had no name, no appearance, just a mysterious enemy that now had him cornered. He hated not knowing what was going on. He couldn't even plan an attack or a course of action because he had no idea what was going on. As they got further into the forest the rain began once more and it was coming down hard. The dark clouds covered the crescent moon, which provided some light, but now it was pitch black. Some lightening struck and the wind howled between the branches, but with demons they could see in the darkness with their nocturnal vision. After several more minutes of walking they came to an opening in the crevace of the mountain. Sesshomaru could see a flickering light from within and he could tell that that was where they were headed to meet with HIM.

Sesshomaru decided that when he did meet HIM, he would make HIM pay for ever toiling in his affairs. Sesshomaru just wished he knew who HIM was and it boggled his mind on who it could be. They entered. It was quiet as they went through the dripping cold hallways. Soon they came to a large room where the main part of the cave was, but when Sesshomaru looked around it looked more like a dank castle. A poorly built one at that, but if he studied it enough he could tell that some of those items came from his estates. He wondered why he never noticed the thieving going on. Probably because they were such minor amounts and his coffers were full to compacity. Regan stopped and looked over his shoulder, "Stay here. I will let HIM know that your here." "I want to see Kagome," Sesshomaru announced. Regan smiled, "All in good time." He walked off to fetch his master and hopefully Kagome. In a few moments came HIM. Sesshomaru knew right then who it was and it wasn't Naraku like he first thought it was, no, this was Nakamori Tesuo, his old advisor. The one that purged his coffers almost dry and let everything go to ruin when he left to defeat his enemy. Nakamori was the one to soil his good name and bring hardship on his lands, and now this demon wanted to try this on him. He should of known lizard demons could never be trusted and this one fit the bill. He had that green scaly hide, those grey eyes that told his age, and that whip like tail that slithered now in his wake. "I remember you," Sesshomaru let out from the breathe he didn't know he was holding.

"Yessss it's me. Thought you got rid of me? I think not. It was a mistake to fire me from your cassstle and I almost had everything until my plans were ruined by you," Nakamori said with hate streaking his voice. Sesshomaru glanced to the side and saw that Regan had a hold of Kagome. She was bound by ropes in an uncomforatable position that hurt her. Sesshomaru began to get angry all over again, but he kept himself in check. Regan dragged her to where Nakamori and Sesshomaru stood. "Ah, so I see that thisss woman does hold some meaning to you. Makesss me glad to know that I know your weaknesss," Nakamori rolled out with his snake like tongue. Sesshomaru spat out, "Just tell me what you want and let her go now, or I swear you'll regret ever messing with this Sesshomaru."

Nakamori laughed sardonically making the other demons ears twitch. "I want your life is what I want. It'sss what I have been craving to end for so long now. Not even the Gatesss of Hell could purge you from your perch," Nakamori noted as he swayed his tail. Sesshomaru stood straight, his demeanor poised "What do you mean by that?" "Aha! Something that you don't know eh? Well then allow me to educate you. I suppossse that this could be the last thing you should know before you die. When I wasss first thrown out of the cassstle I thought that it wasss all over, that I would never have a chance at getting rid of you, but when I traveled I found something of a unique proportion," he said this gradually as he paced to one side "At first it looked like nothing but a pile of scum, but upon further inspection I found that it wasss a part of a body. Something that had been sitting there for a while. Come to discover that it was the essence of Naraku."

Sesshomaru got a shocked look on his face as well as Regan and Kagome. Apparently none of them knew of any of this. "Jussst as you thought Sesshomaru, pure shock. It was the lassst of Naraku and I intended to use the lassst bit of his essence to create one single warrior to defeat you, but instead I got an army out of it. The matter kept spreading and multiplying and to my great sssatisfaction, they listened to me and followed my orders. I had no idea though that poison could destroy them, but fortunate for me that I have a small bit left of Naraku to make one more army and thisss time you won't be in the way." "You can't do this Nakamori. If that essence were to mature past your capabilities then everyone would be in jeapordy. They won't listen to you for long," Sesshomaru said. Nakamori laughed once more, "Hahahaha! You would want to think that, but at thisss point and time I have the upper hand. Regan, kill Kagome so that thisss dog can feel pain before he dies." Regan went pale as he held Kagome within his grasp, "Master, no! You said I could have her! Never did you say I would have to kill her!"

"I said kill her now!," Nakamori demanded. Regan looked from Nakamori to Sesshomaru then back to Nakamori. Regan got a plan. Regan didn't want Kagome to die and he didn't want something this bad to happen. He didn't even know how the Gates of Hell was procreated but now that he did know, he thought that it was a very bad idea to continue. This is not what he wanted and he would make one last effort to correct the mistake he made. Regan knew what the consequence would be.

Regan pulled Kagome close to him, her back to his chest. He angled his hand to where he lifted her chin up, a wicked grin on his face, "But master, wouldn't you want a fine Miko like this to take care of your home, share your bed perhaps? Wouldn't it be better if we shared her and her attributes instead of killing her? I mean what a waste." Regan bent low to Kagome's ear and whispered, "When I push on your back you better run." Kagome didn't confirm that she heard him but the tenseness left her body like the end of a storm. "I said kill her Regan or you will die as well," Nakamori said as he stepped close to Regan. "NOW!," Regan yelled out as he pushed Kagome out of the way and towards Sesshomaru. At this time Nakamori came at Regan and used his claws to thrash the young pup in the neck down his chest to the bottom of his belly. Regan automatically fell and when he hit the ground he spit up the blood that he was now bathing in. Kagome was still in the binds of the rope and Sesshomaru quickly disspensed of it before she could be dragged into another situation. Kagome wanted to help Regan out but she knew that this fight was far from over and it would serve her well to stay out of the way. Now Sesshomaru and Nakamori had their attentions on one another. Nakamori's claws dripped with the blood from his latest victim. "Now it'sss your turn pup," Nakamori hissed out as he lunged at Sesshomaru. The lord went back as he avoided the claws that has an acidic base to them. Kagome got out of the way as they flew past her and out into the dark night. She ran to catch up with them and the fight that commenced outside was swift.

They moved so fast that Kagome could barely see them. There was the noise and the bits of light from Sesshomaru's sword meeting with Nakamori's claws. Trees fell in the distance as the fighters passed them. The sound of metal reverberated once more and Kagome went close by, just in case she was needed. She knew she couldn't interviene unless it were imperative. She had to allow Sesshomaru this last bit of revenge for his honor and hers. She knew he could defeat Nakamori and bring justice back to the people and land. Kagome could trust him like that. Nakamori was panting at this moment, "So I see you're quick. Well I can be quicker." His tail swished and he vanished without a trace. Sesshomaru held his ground and tried to pinpoint where Nakamori, but he couldn't sense him at all. At the last second Sesshomaru felt a presence behind him and was able to slightly dodge the attack to his shoulder. Blood dribbled from his newly aquired wound, but he was ready to go again. When Sesshomaru turned to face Nakamori he saw that he wasn't there. "Find me if you can you dog!," Sesshomaru heard in the distance of the trees. Sesshomaru tried to look around to see if he could find the devious enemy but he was no where in sight. Sesshomaru looked to the side and from above came another attack and this time Sesshomaru was able to deflect it with his sword.

The fight went on in this manner and many hits were made with the great lord until he too was panting. He had wounds on his chest, arms and face from the clawed attacks. He had to find a way to attack that lizard or he would be suffering a slow death if it were up to his old advisor. Also with each hit Sesshomaru felt strange, like his body was slowing down. Kagome was watching the battle and she was seeing the tricks that this guy played on her future mate. At one point and time she saw him vanish into the trees and appear somewhere completely different in another place, and that is when it hit her. He was like a chameleon and his skin could change with his surroundings. That was the only thing that she could think of and it made perfect sense if you thought about it. "Sesshomaru use your nose! Smell him! He is camaflauging with his surroundings! He's like a chameleon!," Kagome yelled out, hoping that helped him out enough to end this fight. Sesshomaru' s ears twitched and he listened to Kagome. His nostrils flared as he took in the scent, trying to ignore the smell of his own blood mixed in with the withering rain. He had to focus his sense of smell and he closed his eyes to get more of a definition. He heard a twig snap and he was able to move out of the way of the next attack. Nakamori dissappeared once more and this time Sesshomaru was ready for him.

Nakamori came from the side this time around and Sesshomaru acted like he didn't sense him and at the last moment he swung his sword and cleaved the demon in half easily. The body disentigrated and Nakamori was no dug his sword into the ground and grasped onto it as he kneeled down, his hair covering his face. He breathed in raggedly and his body shook with the end of the battle. He did admit that it wasn't the hardest fight he ever won, but he fought for something important and that in itself drained him. Kagome ran to him and knelt down with him in the mud, not caring if her dress got ruined. They were safe now and knew where the threat came from, and now it was all over. Nothing could stop them or the happiness that they wanted from one another.

"Sesshomaru, are you alright? Please talk to me," Kagome ventured forth as she tried to move his hair to the side. She wanted to examine him to make sure that he was alright. When she saw his face she knew that something wasn't right. He looked pale and the scratches he aquired looked green. He spat up blood as he trembled to stay up. Kagome tried to touch his wounds but he snapped back. "No, I'm fine," Sesshomaru gasped out. Kagome stared at him and said, "No you're not! You're poisoned!" They both knew that Nakamori had acidic claws but they could of never guessed that they were laced with poison or that it could drag him down so quickly. "Stay still Sesshomaru," Kagome said in a frenzy. Kagome pressed her hands to him and prayed that her Miko powers would work on him, instead of hurting him. She summoned her strength and hoped that the healing powers would come forward. Kagome saw the pink hue surround Sesshomaru and she concentrated on healing him. Minuted passed until finally she couldn't continue anymore. She felt weak from draining her power, but she knew it would happen.

Sesshomaru felt better for the most part, but still weak from what the poisoned did to him. He could tell that Kagome felt tired too from using her powers and he thanked her silently for it. Kagome took his arm and put it over her shoulders as she dragged him up with her. Kagome's legs shook as she tried to hold them up and she never realized how heavy Sesshomaru was. They walked slowly together back to the cave where Regan was. If they were lucky Regan would still be alive, if the poison didn't kill him first. The rain ceased as they pressed onward and soon they were to the cave. Kagome set Sesshomaru down so that she could see what happened to the soldier that she used to train, the soldier that loved her.

Kagome went next to Regan and saw that there was more blood then what she cared to see and what was worse it that it was all from the young pup. He still had so much to live for and because he cared about her so much he gave up everything for her. Yes, he wanted Sesshomaru out of the way but Regan never intended there to be real harm done, and she was sure that he didn't even know about the army that plagued their land either. She looked down at the fallen soldier. Regan coughed up blood and his body was so pale that he looked nearly dead. He was dying swiftly. Kagome bent low to him and the blood from the ground seeped into her gown, it was ruined anyway. At that moment she didn't wish death on Regan because he had so much more to live for and everyone made mistakes. He didn't deserve this fate.

Kagome grasped onto his hand and held it close to her, "You'll be fine Regan, just lay still until we can find a way to help you." Regan smiled weakly at her "I just w-wanted to s-stay alive long enough to see you one last time." He coughed some more and it rattled him severly. Kagome couldn't help but cry with her silent tears and she cried for him because this fate that was chosen for him was unfair and unjust. She felt the pain he had and she knew she could never make it better but she wanted to at least make it right, because if he were to die now she would feel the guilt for the rest of her life. It was because of her and his love for her that drove him to this and she did blame herself. That is when it hit her! Sesshomaru's sword that resureccted Rin could save him, but would the great lord do that for her?

Would he want to help someone that betrayed him and that could come back and cause more problems. Forunate for her though was that she didn't even need to ask because when he did finally pass on and his body layed still on the floor, that is when the love of her life showed up by her side. He had that look about him when he gazed at her and he knew what she wanted. Kagome had those large blue eyes and they pleaded with him and only he had the power to bring Regan back to them. Sesshomaru also felt the turmoil inside of her and knew that this young pup did deserve that second chance in life. Many years ago he wouldn't of even thought of helping someone who betrayed him. It was different now but he would be sure to take that pup by the ears and shake some sense into his head. Sesshomaru would make that pup listen to him even if he had to kill him again to bring the point across.

Sesshomaru sighed reluctantly and slashed the sword over the corpse and within moments the lifeless body breathed once more. The wounds were gone and he was healed to normal capacity. Now if only Sesshomaru could feel like that, but he knew the poison he recieved would drain him for a little over a day, but thanks to Kagome she saved his life yet again. He owed her so much, and that is when he decided to move the wedding forward and have it in the winter time. He would not allow her to wait that long and he didn't either, and after this, they both deserved the happiness that they craved. Regan came to and he sat up with a jolt. He felt his body and asked "I'm... alive? But how could that be?" Regan looked up to see Sesshomaru and he winced back. Kagome conjured up a smile and said, "The great lord brought you back to life because we both knew why you did all this, and we both know how little you were involved in the actual plot. I thought you deserved a second chance, even if Sesshomaru had some doubts. "You can live your life again and I hope this time you take this gift to heart." Sesshomaru said this as he extended his hand to Regan. Regan took that as a sign that everything would be fine, that there would be no consequence to his actions. He still couldn't believe that he was alive. He was sure he died and would be taken to the other side, but apprently his time wasn't up.

When Regan was being pulled up Sesshomaru decided to deck him right in the nose and break it thoroughly, which sent the young pup flying back. Regan immediatly sat up and held onto his face with both hands, blood spewing from where he was hit. "Why did you do that for! I think you broke my nose!," Regan howled out. Sesshomaru grunted, "Serves you right pup. You're lucky I didn't kill you again, but Kagome would be most unhappy about that. So I decided to make you feel the pain that I feel now for saving your sorry ass. Now get up and lets get going." Regan did get up and followed them while saying, "Yeah but you didn't get hit in the nose like I just did." Sesshomaru sighed as he continued to walk, "No I wasn't but damned if I don't feel weak right now from Nakamori's poison." Regan wiped the blood with a loose cloth and said, "I suppose you're right. What will happen to me then?" Kagome tugged on Sesshomaru's arm and gave him that look. He sighed again, "You young pup will have such a thorough talking to that you will hate me even more. Further more, you're never allowed back at court because if I see you again then I will kill you. I will see you the next day and after that I don't want to see you. That would be a good time to go back to your village and explain what you did wrong because I think having dishonor is worse then me killing you again. You can live with the shame."

Regan nodded, a sorrowful look on his face, "I really am sorry about all this. I really had no idea. I just love Kagome so much that I..." Regan was cut off when Sesshomaru doubled around and faced him, "You don't love her, you did love her. Now move on with your life because she's taken and you can find some other chit to take care of your hide! Because of you I almost lost her again! Now shut your damned mouth and keep walking!" Sesshomaru continued his walk while fuming. Kagome decided to stay out of this one and allow the men to sort out their own problems.

When they got to the castle it was in a frenzy because it was past morning and everyone was looking for the lord and lady. Kujo had scouts sent out and Talloway had the guards search the perimeter. Jaken took Ah-un to the skies to see if he could locate his lord. Rin was in a fine mess as well with tears and cries for her Lord Sesshomaru and Lady Kagome to return to her. But with their return everything went back to normal and the rest of the week was layed out as planned. It was explained on how the army came to be and the advisor that had revenge on his mind. Now there was no trace that the army even existed and nothing else could resurect Naraku back, or his essence. It would be a peaceful time and one of joy. When the celebrations were done Sesshomaru announced a winter wedding with Kagome, which made her jovial with happiness that spread throughout the land. The guests would stay a little longer until the wedding took place and it would be one of the biggest weddings of the century.

After several weeks of planning the wedding finally arrived. Kagome couldn't believe all that had happened and how everyone came together to make this day known throughout Japan. Regan couldn't come to the wedding but he now knew that there was more to life then her, and she was happy that he saw it that way. Kujo was the main provider of this celebration and he made sure all the catering was done right. The wedding would consist of several white flowers known as snow drops and the snow drop meant hope. A hope for a good spring and a hope for a great future. Kagome thought it worked out and what made this morning even better is that it was the first snow of the season so it would be a fresh, crisp day. Her wedding dress was the most important part of today and it was made with such splendid care that she didn't know if she could even wear it. It seemed too beautiful, even for her. Kagome stared at her dress as she layed in bed sighing with what filled her inside. She also thought about tonight and when she did a bright blush covered her cheeks. It would be her wedding night and she was a little hesitant to think about it but she also wanted it. It was meant to be and she was happy to provide him with a brood of pups to call his own. Kagome was sure she made him very happy like he did with her and she would give him this gift.

She sighed as she rolled over and wanted to get more sleep because she tossed and turned all night. She was too excited and it made her giddy to think that she would be a wife by the end of this day. It not only seemed too good to be true but it was impossible to fathom at this point because of all the good things that had been happening to her. Kagome smiled as she closed her eyes, that is until her door burst open. "Kagome! What are you doing in bed still! We need to get you dressed. Lucia come on, we have work to do, you too Talloway," Kujo said as the rush of people came in. Kagome sat up in bed at this point and said, "I didn't ask for a wake up call this morning." Kujo smirked at her and said, "I know but I'm not about to let my best friend get married without me helping out some. Also you're late and you have an hour to get ready.

"We were wondering why you were taking so long but now we know why." Kagome jumped out of bed at this point, "An hour! Oh my God! Kujo we have to hurry!" Kujo snapped his fingers, "Bring in the bath!" When he did that a line of servants came in and filled the wooden tub with hot water from downstairs. In no time it was full and the servants left except Kujo, Talloway and Lucia. "Now get undressed and lets go, and no need to be embarrassed. It's your fault you're late. Now hup to it lady." Before she knew it she was being undressed and flung in the bath. Lucia filed Kagome's fingernails and painted them with a fine brush. Talloway scrubbed her back and feet, and Kujo got her hair with oils and soaps quickly. They towel dried her off and out in a robe.

Before she knew it she was being yanked to her chair and jewelry was being matched to her dress, her toenails were next on Lucia's list, and Talloway was getting her dress ready. "Kujo is this necessary?" Kagome asked as her hair was being brushed. Kujo nodded "Yes. This is your wedding day and it has to be remembered. Not to mention we need to make him want you more then what he does." Kagome snorted, "And you can do that how?" Kujo smiled, "I have my ways. Now stay still." Kujo said as he started the hair style for the day. Her hair was much longer now and it reached to her buttocks. That shampoo she was using from Sesshomaru worked wonders and her hair grew quickly, not to mention it shined like a raven's wing. While Kujo was pinning her hair up he said to Lucia "Lucia get the petticoat, garter, stockings, and highheels please." Lucia nodded and went out of the room to retrieve the products. Kujo stayed focused and next said, "Talloway do her makeup and we'll get on with the next step." Talloway smiled and said, "I love it when you're demanding." Kagome just rolled her eyes at that one.

Soon her make up was done majesticcally. Light charcoal was applied to accent her eyes and a white powder with a glitter effect was puffed on her eyelids to give off a soft look. Her lips were given a kiss of a pink flower color and made her lips pucker out. She already had a natural pink to her cheeks so no blush was needed. Traditional pearls were given to her for her necklace and earrings. Her hair was pinned up in a curled bun with ringlets hanging down the nape of her neck. Her bangs were curled to the side and her veil placed firmly on the top of her head. Jewels and snow drops were pinned to her hair and perfume was laced about her body. Her undergarments were applied to her, all white and her dress fit snuggly upon her body. Her dress was in the same style as her ball gown except this one was pure white and pearls were sewn into them until the end of her train in the back of her dress.

Silver thread was used to sew the dress together and in the back of the dress was an angel wing design from the silver thread. She did look like an angel and with the last piece it was complete. She had a shawl put on and it was made of a white fur from some unknown beast but it not only looked good but it would keep her warm. Her hands were left gloveless and a boquet of flowers were put into her hands. Lucia helped Kagome into her shoes and now she was ready for the wedding of her life. Kujo looked her over and said, "Not bad if I do say so myself." Talloway and Lucia nodded. Kagome blushed and than got a shocked look "Wait! Who will walk me down the aisle?"

"I thought I was," Kujo remarked "It was discussed." Kagome rolled her eyes and said, "Alright now I remember." "Looks like our bride is getting the jitters," Talloway said. Lucia looked at the clock at that moment and said, "Well if you all want to make it then suggest you leave now because you're late." Talloway, Kujo and Kagome said in unison "WHAT!" They all jolted out of the room. Kagome needed help the whole way with her dress. This was horrible. She was late to her own wedding and everyone was waiting on her and Kujo. This was the worst and she didn't even have time to eat any breakfast. She should kill someone for not waking her up sooner but it was her own fault for not waking up when she had to, no, she had to go back to sleep.

Stupid, stupid, stupid! They finally made it downstairs and through the large doors would be the aisle outside to the alter. She was nervous now and shaking. She had to keep herself from freaking out because this was a happy day, this was a good day. Talloway left at that moment and went to open the door. The light was so bright that it blinded Kagome for a moment. Kujo put his arm through hers and tugged her to get her started. They walked now into the bright light and when they went outside it was beautiful. The light snow was still falling and the ground was already covered. Flowers were everywhere and the rows of people stood up when they saw her. They had nothing but adoration in their eyes.

Kagome smiled as she was being walked down the aisle and at the end of it was the love of her life. She kept walking and was at the end of the red carpet. Kujo lifted her viel from her face and kissed her cheek and went to go sit down with the crowd. Kagome couldn't stop staring at Sesshomaru nor he with her. They were so engrossed with one another that the ceremony went in the blink of an eye and when it came time to kiss she was happy to bestow it upon him. When they kissed the whole crowd roared with anticipation, with hoots and hollers from their companions and family. As they walked down the ailse together Sesshomaru whispered to Kagome, "I thought you wouldn't make it." "Yeah right. I just woke up late is all," Kagome countered. "Up all night thinking of me," Sesshomaru laughed out. Kagome nodded, "I was too excited about today to get any real sleep you know." "Glad to hear it," He said this as he grabbed tighter onto her hand with his. "Did you sleep at all?" Kagome asked. Sesshomaru looked down at her and replied, "Not a wink." Kagome smiled this time and said "Glad to hear it." That made Sesshomaru laugh out loud, enough for everyone to hear. He didn't care anymore. He was happy and he would remain happy through the rest of his life.

The rest of the day went on in this manner with the celebrations and congradulations going around. There was dancing, laughing, and joking with everyone and it was a grand day. As the night grew late the newly wed couple was hassled that it was nearly time for the bedding. All night long Kagome was giving him looks that could be considered lustful and when Sesshomaru caught her staring at him, she blushed and looked away. Sesshomaru was the same and it was driving him wild with need for her and soon he felt that it was more then what he could handle. Without thinking he came up to Kagome and picked her up in the formal bridal style. Her dress overlapped his arms as he started to take her up the stairs. "I can't wait another day without you Kagome," He whispered to her "and now it's time for bed." Kagome just blushed at that.

When he picked her up in his arms, she gave not a single protest. She merely wrapped her arms around his neck while he carried her into the bedchamber... their bedchamber now. He set her down on the bed as he removed his cermonial scabbard and swords, and boots. His hands came to her cheeks, lifting her mouth to recieve his. Of it's own volition, her body moved closer to meld against stood there, she had no idea how long, tasting each other, sensually exploring each other with their tongues, lips, and roaming hands. Kagome was growing hotter, weaker, by the second. Sesshomaru seemed unaffected, yet the hard bulge pressing against her belly told her otherwise. He'd probably gone from bloodlust to sexual lust, a natural transaction, except- he wasn't behaving lustfully. He was calm, in perfect control, just absolutely determined. His seduction was simply methodical, leaving nothing to chance. He guided, he set the pace, he controlled. And now that he'd made the mush of her with his kissing he told her " I want you now."

There went his control of his lust but he was still in control. She knew that he wanted her now, just as she was feeling the need of wanting him. She needed him now because this fire burning inside of her was driving her crazy. Kagome reached to him and tugged on his upper garment. His lips grazed her neck as she did, then her cheek. She felt his hands on her hips, and suddenly the lacings on her back were being literally ripped off. Sesshomaru set her on the bed at this point and nestled himself between her legs, kissing her lips with his, making her feel him. He easily discarded her dress and petticoat, only leaving her corset, garter, hoses, and underwear intact. She looked ravishing and she was all his now for the taking. They were man and wife and he knew how she felt. He could smell her arousal for a long time now and it was driving him over the edge. He was gentle, a sensitive sexual partner. Sesshomaru finished undressing her and then himself. He gazed upon her with such admiration that she felt more than just loved. She was needed and wanted. His tongue had been stimulating, his kisses were incredibly hot. Or maybe it was her skin that was hot. She felt feverish. She never felt so hot- on the inside, and she knew the cause of the heat. Desire, the likes of which she never could have imagined. It was consuming her, a deep, primitive need to join with him, and it grew stronger as he drew her nipples, then the whole of her breasts into his mouth, and stronger still when his lips came to her neck, then her ear. Simultaneously, his tongue pushed slowly into that small opening as his hand slipped between her legs and he drove one finger into her.

She climaxed instantly. It was unexpected and explosive, the release of that coiled tension. She cried out, unaware of it. She nearly choked him, her arms squeezed so tight around his neck, and she was unaware of that too. He wasn't. It took every ounce of his will to keep from driving into her now and pummeling her with the strength of his passion. He was nearly mindless with his need, having contained it too long. Yet he refused to inflict on her the savage side of his nature, which she herself has brought out in him on several occassions. It seemed to takes eons for her to release her death grip on him, and for her heartbeat to slow. "Please Sesshomaru," She said huskily, her passion taking over. He kissed her again in compliance and was glad to do anything for her. She kissed him back, her arms wrapping around his neck again, her body arching into his in the most provacative way. It really was more than he could bear at that point. She was so soft and having attained her pleasure, so yielding, that he couldn't wait another moment to claim her as his. "This will hurt little fox" He said against her ear as he positioned himself above her. Kagome nodded, knowing well that fundamentals of this being her first time but she embraced it as her legs came about his hips, urging to continue.

He entered her slowly, yet the path was slick with her essence, and with only the slightest thrust, he was able to push aside the barrier of her innocence to sheathe himself fully. Kagome gasped out as her maiden head was gone. Sesshomaru heard her and glanced down at her to see how badly she was hurt, he saw only now that her passion had returned instead, and that drove him to an out of control frenzy. He thrust into her again so she could adjust to his size. When Sesshomaru was sure she was more than ready for him he thrust in and out of her again and again. Her body movements matched his in that sensual, carnal rocking motion of skin upon skin. That burning feeling on the skin still in contact with the sweat beading from their bodies.

When Sesshomaru thrust into her more deeply that is when she felt that heat in the bottom of her belly explode. That heat that bothered her time and again dissapated and that new feeling that Kagome felt was indescribable, but it was the most pleasure her body could ever feel. When he felt her climax around him his own bliss was there to join hers. Never had she felt anything like it and it was the most ecstatic feeling that could of come over her. She now felt complete, and he was complete, and together they were one. Kagome could tell that this life was the life that she wanted and grant it, at first it was a rough road but now she was glad to be there. In his arms she felt safe, in his bed she felt needed, and in his heart she felt wanted. Overall she had so much love given to her that her heart felt light, like she could keep going with everything. It was the best feeling of her life and she cherished it. Sesshomaru layed on top of her for a moment and both of them were breathing hard. Kagome felt like she wanted more but was more than satisfied for the moment. She dug her fingers in his now damp hair and smiled down at him.

Sesshomaru pulled away from her and layed beside her, embracing her with his strong arms. He could smell her scent all around him and that was the most satisfying thing he could get. She was his and he was hers. This moment, this day was the most perfect of his life and he knew that there would be more happiness for the both of them down the road. They had all the love they could ask for and soon a new brood of pups that they would both adore. Sesshomaru cuddled close to Kagome and stroked her hair, and played with her now fallen locks. He kissed her on her forehead, than her nose, and lastly her mouth. It was short, sweet, but held a promise more deep than anything else in the world. "I love you Kagome," He whispered out beside her ear. Kagome smiled to herself and replied "I love you too, Sesshomaru."

Epilogue

A couple months passed after the wedding and Kagome and Sesshomaru couldn't get enough of each other. They were always around one another, full of love that never seemed to wane. One morning, while Sesshomaru was working in his office, Kagome happened to pop in. She had this smile on her face that could described as over powering. Sesshomaru looked up from his work and knew that Kagome had something hidden up her sleeve. He set his paper down and said "What can I do for you my sweet?" Kagome walked up to the desk and leaned over it to meet him face to face. A bright blush covered her face and she said "Sesshomaru I have a surprise for you."

This caught his attention immensely. "A surprise. Whatever could it be" He asked with a smile of his own. Kagome rounded the desk and came closer to her mate. She looked to the side and her smile grew smaller. Sesshomaru became concerned "What's wrong?" "Well I just don't know how to tell you," She said. He leaned forward and kissed her. He thought that it may calm her. "Now tell me what is so hard to say. It's best to get it out of the way so you feel better" Sesshomaru mentioned as he stared into her eyes. Kagome loved it how he was so strong and patient with her. It made her feel so special inside that she could barely contain herself. She hugged him tenderly and whispered in his ear "I'm pregnant..."

Sesshomaru grabbed her by the shoulders and looked at her dead in the face "Are you serious?" Kagome nodded. Sesshomaru broke out into a smile and stood up from the chair, towering over her. He picked her up and swung her around and finishing with a large hug. Kagome laughed and asked,"Does this make you happy?" "It makes me more then just happy Kagome. This is the best news of my life. I'm going to be a father!" He roared out. "You were the first person I told" Kagome mentioned. Sesshomaru set Kagome down,"Even before Kujo?" "Yes. Even before Kujo" Kagome said while looking up at him. "This is the best news you could of ever given me Kagome. When do you expect them to arrive?" Sesshomaru said with renewed enthusiasm.

Kagome shrugged "I don't know but I have a feeling it's going to be twins." "Twins? But how do you..." Sesshomaru was cut off. Kagome shushed him and said "Just shut up and kiss me you over grown demon." Sesshomaru was happy to oblige his wife.

THE END