A.N. This is a companion to "Ours". I had accomplished what I wanted with it, but a lot of people said it felt a little hollow, so I decided to make a drabble series that fills in some of the time between the last chapter and the epilogue. I still do not own Inuyasha or Naruto sadly.

"I am grateful for your help with Naruto," Tsunade told the younger woman gently as they walked around outside Hokage Tower. "But with your betrothal to Gaara, I really don't think I can take the backlash of training you."

Nodding, Kagome sighed. "I thought that might be the case. But what about an exchange of knowledge? I am not a nin, and as a priestess, I am bound to help everyone I encounter… I could teach you about removing poisons with chakra alone and you could help me refine my healing."

"Hm… I will discuss it with the Elders," Tsunade agreed after a pause. "So long as you are betrothed to Gaara, I would advise against being so openly affectionate with Naruto."

"That is something I need to discuss with him," Kagome admitted with a slight grimace. "He's not the best at hiding his emotions."

Laughing a bit, Tsunade nodded. "Yes, I am familiar with that problem of his." The blond woman stopped and nodded to her. "I will let you know about your proposal. In the meantime, enjoy your accommodations and keep your head down."

"Understood, Hokage-sama," Kagome agreed, bowing before turning and walking away.

Not far off, Naruto waited. "So? Will she train you?" he asked, hopeful that Kagome would have a reason to stay with him.

"She has to consult the Elders," Kagome told him, falling into step beside him and gently tugging her hand out of his when he reached for it. "We need to be careful. I am Gaara's intended. It could shame him if people think we are having an affair, and lead to danger for me if people believe I am trying to manipulate things here through you."

Frowning, Naruto glanced at her out of the corner of his eye. "What if other guys hit on you?"

"Take it in stride and allow me to handle it," Kagome told him simply. "We knew this would be hard before we committed to it." Her smile was apologetic. "It does not lessen my love for you."

Frustrated, the kitsune looked away. "Fine… But at night, when it's just you and me, I won't hold back."

"When we are truly alone, that is fine," Kagome agreed, smiling. "Now, you said something about the best ramen in the world?"