A/N: Ok, one of the things that really pisses me off are flamers. I mean, if they read your fic and don't like it, why go out of their way to leave a review? If they hate it, just stop fuckin' reading and go on to someone else's fic! There are over a thousand fics on this site, so what the hell is stopping them from reading others? Why do flamers even exist? Do they take joy in the fact that they're pissing someone off? What the hell do they think they can accomplish by leaving some half-assed criticizive bullshit comment in a review? There is absolutely no reason to go around making unnecessary meretricious comments, and I won't sit idly by and not defend my own work while some asshole know-it-all slanders it! …..And with that said…on with the fic.
Chapter 11: Reflections
Kilala landed not too far away from Sesshomaru, careful to stay downwind so that the demon wouldn't catch her scent. Sango slid off the cat demon's back and pushed Kagome toward her 'mate'. Rin looked back as she saw the girl lose her balance and fall forward. In an instant, she was in Sesshomaru's arms, being scooped up like a bride.
"Your carelessness and maladroit behavior will surely bring harm to my unborn pups." He spoke calmly, reflecting on adapting to the new changes and trials he'd be put under. All sense of hostility or anger had been washed away, clearing his clouded mind and putting an end to the internal war that had been raging inside of him. A gentle breeze played with his feathery silver hair as he stared out into the setting sun. "Kagome…" The name was a mere whisper upon those cold lips, barely heard by the young girl as she stared into those golden eyes that reflected the last rays of the sun.
"Yes?" Kagome shifted uncomfortably in his arms. She wasn't used to being so close to the arrogant, icy demon lord, and the fact that she was to bear his pups wasn't making the situation any more unnerving. Sesshomaru sensed this, and gently placed the girl on her feet.
"Perhaps it is best that you sojourn with me for the time being, at least until the pups are spawned. I fear that my brother's childish antics and careless escapades will bring more harm than good for you. I do not wish for the mother of my children to endanger herself if it is not necessary. Reside with me, Kagome…and I'll protect you…" for once he was sure of his own course of action. For once, he could speak from his heart and not fear the consequences. For once he had something, no, someone to live for. He felt like the ice around his frozen heart was being melted away by just being around the girl, something inside him was awakening. Something foreign, but yet willing to break free from the ashes of the soul he had locked away so long ago. "Kagome….I love you." The words seemed so foreign to him, but felt right. She was more than just his mate, she was his love, his life, his heart….his soul. And if anything happened to her, he'd lose a part of that yet again. He had lived without love for far too long, and would be damned if he had to lose that feeling due to his brother's recklessness.
"Wh…what!" Kagome stuttered in shock. She had never expected those three words to come from Sesshomaru, of all people!
"I shall not repeat myself. I believe you heard my vow. I, Sesshomaru will protect you by any means necessary. I would rather die a thousand deaths than have you slain or put in harm's way. I finally know, Kagome…I love you. I don't want to lose you…" he sighed. 'And if she bears those cursed hanyou's I will love them no less as I do Rin…' A smile tugged at his lips. To think! His own pups would be the very image of what he despised! It was absurd! But he didn't care. By the heavens, he didn't care! In the blink of an eye, he lifted Kagome into his arms, spinning her around and laughing…yes, laughing! Anything else be damned! This was here and now, and nothing on the face of the earth could make him happier.
A/N: Aww, so cute. Lots of OOC, but who cares! Well, that was a sweet ending to the story! I know I liked it! This isn't he end, folks! I promise! I do wonder if I should do a sequel to this or just throw them in as bonus chapters? I guess I'll do a sequel! I wonder what it should be called… oh well, just look for my penname in the future! Ciao! And thanks for all your wonderful reviews!