Hi, this is my first fanfic, but I really hope you enjoy it ;D

Disclaimer: I do not own InuYasha or any of the anime/manga characters...

Anyway on with the story here is How can I say? ^-^

How? Why? When? He asked himself these questions repetitively.

How could he let this happen? To him, of all people, a dignified Inu lord. How did that little nymph of a human girl- no woman- make this Lord Sesshomaru feel this way. To think about her that way, he slightly wrinkled his nose at just the thought of her that night. Even with the scent of the camp fire in his nose, the smell of the hot spring wafted into his mind from the memory.

Why did he let this happen? He had to admit he wanted her for such a long time. Watching her grow from a young and cheery child to an elegant and beautiful young woman. She was only 8 years of age when they had begun traveling together. Even now, at the ripe age of 17, she still traveled with them. Nothing about her had changed much, yet, everything seemed so different.

When did this start happening? Thinking back, he could think that it was when she began to have her womanly flows. He chuckled at the memory and the said girl stirred in her sleep. He stole a glance in her direction to make sure she didn't awaken. Light from the fire made shadows against her bare legs and feet. Sesshomaru couldn't understand how they always managed to escape her kimonos that he bought her. He tore his gaze away from her alluring legs and leaned back against the tree he rested on.

Even with his golden eyes closed, he could still see her perfectly clear in his mind. Long black hair waving down to her mid back, large brown eyes, smooth cream colored skin, and her bare feet. He sighed and mentally groaned, how much trouble had those feet gotten them into? But how he longed for her, all of her, everything of her. Although she was still pretty childish and stubborn, she could think very quickly on her feet and defeat humans and demons alike.

Remembering the training that she went through and how strong he had gotten her to be made him proud. Slowly his thoughts turned back 3 nights back. He couldn't help but remember everything in clear detail.

A/N: Sorry this chapter is so short, but the next one will be longer, however it is all a flashback. I hope you've liked this so far, I'd love any feedback ^U^ Thank you~ xxCeroxx