Sorry for not updating guys I have been busy as a bee these past few months with work and prepping exams and the whole nine yards. I loved how everybody thought Sessh was gonna find her, really ppl come on :D. Am I really that predictable? I hope not. Well, I hope you all enjoy!

Last Time:

Staring at her with keen interest was none other then the person she so desperately hoped she wouldn't run into.

Sesshomaru too, was in shock. But he did not show it. Either he was really lucky or it was fate, whatever it was there, in front of him stood his mystery girl. They both stared at each other, neither one moving a muscle in fear that the other may move.

Kagome, once again was in a predicament. She wanted to run away so badly but they were too close, if he so chose too, Sesshomaru could grab her. Then, not only would she transport herself, but him as well. And she had a feeling that questions would arise.

Besides, just looking at him she had a feeling that she wouldn't be able to escape from him this time. The look he gave her froze her in her tracks and she watched helplessly as he slowly started ascending towards her.

Now:

It seemed that day the fates were playing with Sesshomaru as well. For just as he began his ascension towards his mystery girl a group of chanting and praying followers of the temple came up from behind and past him, only to engulf the girl within their numbers.

Kagome gave a large sigh of relief as she was swept away by the villagers and began moving through the crowd; knowing that if she stayed the Prince would surely catch up to her.

Sesshomaru's face took n a delicate scowl as he made his way up the stairs more quickly, keeping an eye on moving head of black onyx. He could distinctly hear someone calling his name but paid no heed.

"Sesshomaru-sama!" Jaken wailed scurrying up the stairs, getting trampled on the way. "Wait for your beloved servant my lord!"

Kagome moved through the large crowds, mentally wailing as she felt Sesshomaru begin to catch up to her. The young prince determinedly kept his eye on the female and stayed close. He would catch her yet.

The young girl continued to move through the crowds, going from one end of the temple to the next, never losing her pursuer.

"Think girl, think!" she mumbled to herself. Suddenly her eyes caught sight of a large group of old ladies, covered in solemn dark gowns praying near a god tree. Finding a long, navy blue cloak, Kagome made sure to temporarily lose Sesshomaru in a crowd before wrapping the cloak around her and making her way to the chanting ladies. She sat by one and began praying along with the other ladies.

Sesshomaru gave an inward huff as he lost the girl. Really, one minute she was there and the next she wasn't. She couldn't have vanished. He assumed so because there was no flurry of petals, like the last time. His amber eyes caught onto a woman cloaked in navy blue and he suspiciously followed.

"She will not get away this time…" he murmured to himself. He followed the woman closely and watched as he sat down. He gave a small, triumphant smirk. Quickly walking around and knelt in front of her and pulled away her cloak…

…only to reveal surprised brown eyes. Giving a quick apology he stepped back, only to have a hysterical Jaken clutch his leg. Appeasing to his wailing servants cries he followed him towards wherever it was he needed to be.

Three ladies down from the woman mistaken to be her by Sesshomaru, Kagome gave a relieved sigh. Quickly getting up, she clutched the cloak closer. She just wasn't ready to leave it yet.

She went to the idol of Midriko and gave her respects. Biding her time she continued to stroll through the large area before coming up to the one gate she needed to pass through the make her journey up the mountain.

Looking around she saw no one was paying attention to her. Smiling at her spontaneity she quickly deposited the cloak and took out the key that would open the gate when a deep voice startled her.

"It is to my knowledge that many people are not allowed to pass through these gates. Yet you were going to, so freely do."

Kagome snapped around and met the amber eyes of the one person she had been trying to avoid all day.

"Well, you see…I," she mumbled off. Sesshomaru's eyes widened when she spoke.

Her voice is just like the rest of her, beautifully strong yet in a subtle way… he thought to himself.

Finally glad he had cornered her he began to walk towards her an introduce himself when…

"My lord!" Jaken screeched. Irritated Sesshomaru turned around to give Jaken a good kick to the head. Kagome took this opportunity to slip past the gate and run with lightening speed up the mountain before disappearing behind a curve.

Sesshomaru chose not to kick Jaken and send him to the other side of the village. He shouldn't be distracted not when his mystery girl was so close…by.

Now, if Sesshomaru were any lesser being he would have given a shout of anger. But instead he let loose a dangerous growl which caused Jaken to squeak.

"Where did she go?" he mumbled allowed.

"Where did who go my lord?" Jaken questioned hesitantly. "The girl!" Sesshomaru snapped, looking around "The girl with the blue eyes and long, black hair."

Jaken looked around confusedly before a look of horror took over his face. "It seems that the trip here has caused my lord to become sick!" he shrieked dramatically "He is seeing things!"

Sesshomaru gave a frustrated sigh before walking away, leaving a horrified Jaken to waddle after him.

Kagome too in a deep breath as she saw Sesshomaru leave. "Note to self," she said to herself, continuing her trek up the mountain. "Be more careful next time when around Sesshomaru!"

As she ventured towards the top of the mountains, she would never expect the tremulous destiny awaiting for her after she got there.

Princess Sara Higurashi let loose an irritated sigh as the carriage rolled its way towards the Village Hidden in the Flowers.

"And we'll have visit the royal family too…" her father said. Sara sniffed delicately. What did she care for the royal family of the West? They weren't that important to her anyways.

"Where is the royal family staying my son?" Urasue, Sara's grandmother and high witch asked. Even though Sara's family was of human royalty, her grandmother was surprisingly a witch.

"At the Higurashi residence I think," Sara's mother, a shy meek woman answered softly. Urasue sent a glare towards her daughter in law as if offended by her speaking. Fumi shrunk back a little.

"Ah, yes" Lord Kyo said with a smile. The kind hearted ruler looked towards his daughter "We should visit my brother and your cousin, Kagome. Should we not Sara?"

Urasue let out a squawk. "That wretched, orphan girl is not Sara's cousin!" It was no secret Urasue despised Kagome with a passion. She saw her as a wretch and hated everything about her.

"Whatever pleases you father," Sara said, keeping her perfect, angelic like façade up. Inwardly she scowled.

Kagome. How she loved yet resented her cousin. Kagome was the best cousin she could ask for, but the fact that she had freedom made Sara jealous. Her blue eyed cousin got to travel the lands while she as stuck being the perfect, princess and daughter.

Soon that will change…Sara thought, eyes darkening. Soon I will be free and live my dreams…

My dreams as a dancer…

Sara had wanted to be a dancer every since she was a small child. When she first saw the royal dancers, brought from the exotic lands beyond Japan she instantly fell in love with the art. The graceful dances, the beautiful music and the extravagant costumes drew her in like a moth to a flame. But, as a princess such desires were not approved. Even now a days while everyone appreciated the dances and dancers, it was looked down upon, especially the woman who lived in the art of dance.

But Sara planned to break free. She already had a friend who would help her. A friend that knew people in the industry of dancers. She would meet with the best dance teachers and prove herself and once she did she would travel the lands showing the world her amazing grace and beauty. Sara would become a star and the best dancer in the lands.

And no one was going to take her dreams away.

Kagome calmly sipped the water old Kaede had given her. Kaede stared at her unnervingly with her one eye that was not covered by the eye patch.

"What ye have told me is very interesting," Kaede began, breaking the silence. Kagome put her cup down and patiently listened.

"So what do you think this means?" she questioned.

"I have a few theories as to what these visions may be," Kaede spoke softly. "I think these visions may be the future. The future of your journey. We both know you are destined for something great Kagome. These visions may be from your…real home. Or maybe they are just a sign that it will be time for you to return. We cannot be sure yet, you have had far too few for me to really think on the matter."

Kagome gave a weary sigh before smiling sadly. "You know sometimes I wonder what it would be like if I were…normal."

Kaede glanced up sharply. "Do not say that my child," she said strictly "You have been gifted with much, do not take that for granted." The old woman's face softened.

"Now," she said "Tell me of the 'outside' world. It has been a long time since I have traveled down."

Kagome let out a laugh and she told Kaede of the village, her adventures and much more. Kaede laughed at the story of the crazy lady Kagome had visited for training. Suddenly, a thought came to the old woman.

"Kagome," Kaede said "It is not the time of the season for the festival of colours to be taking place?"

Kagomes eyes widened to comical proportions. "You're right!" Kagome bemoaned "And I promised I would give a performance at the festival this year."

Kaede chuckled. "Then I better be sure to be there this year, yes?"

Kagome smiled happily. "Yes! That would make Shippou so happy. He hasn't seen you in forever!"

The sun dipped into the horizon as the young warrior and the old wise woman talked of their plans to journey down the mountain.

Shippou sat in his room, painting another mask for his mother. He frowned slightly, thinking of what to draw, then inspiration struck him. First he painted the mask a pure, shiny black. Then he added jade green eyes, and red ruby lips. The final touch was six fox like whiskers, three on each cheek. As he set the mask to dry Inuyasha barged through the door to his room.

"Shippou! Shippou!" Inuyasha barked. "Come on, lets play lets play!"

The young hanyou was jittery with excitement. In two days, according to his new mama, there was going to be a really fun festival. Everyone would get to dress in white and throw paints and other colours at each other. And no one would get in trouble!

Shippou gave a startled yelp as Inuyasha dragged him out of his room. They both laughed as they raced down the halls but that ended as Inuyasha collided headfirst into Sesshomaru's legs.

Sesshomaru, had been having a very bad day. Firstly, he was so close to getting his mystery girl, but then she disappeared again. Then after that he had Jaken screeching at him about how he was sick and how he needed a healer. And having his little half brother tackle into him was just the icing on the cake.

"Hanyou…" Sesshomaru growled lowly, glaring down. Shippou's face set into a scowl as he saw his friends ears lay flat on the top of his head.

"I'm s-sorry big brother…" he whimpered.

"I am not your brother!" Sesshomaru snapped angrily.

"Hey!" Shippou said, standing as tall as he could and bushing out his tail. "That's just plain mean! Stop being mean to your brother! You're lucky you even have him. My mama always told me to be grateful for what you have, so be grateful you big jerk!"

Sesshomaru's amber eyes widened just a bit. Inuyasha continued to whimper out apologies and Shippou glared at him. With a sniff he turned around and left to go to his room. He had had enough for today.

Sara paced the large estate of their home. They had arrived just an hour or so ago and the servants were frantic in preparation. The young princess wanted to visit her cousin, but didn't feel like taking another hour long carriage ride.

"Maybe I can bring Kagome here…" she mumbled. Striding to her temporary room she was pleased to see the messenger bird Kagome had given placed on her table, still in its silver cage. Now, according to Kagome that bird was to be used in emergencies. But, according to Sara, her being bored was an emergency.

Writing a quick note she attached it to the messenger bird before throwing it out the window. It gave an indignant squawk before flying. The bird would specially find Kagome, no matter where she was. It was night time, now so she made sure to tell Kagome to come the day after she received the message.

Back up on the mountain Kagome gave a yawn as she woke up. The sun had barely risen up when she got a message from Sara. Worried, Kagome finished packing and with a promise to return and help Kaede down the mountain she teleported out of there.

Fumi let out a startled shriek and her husband laughed as Kagome appeared in a flurry of red petals in the dining room. They were having breakfast when the young girl showed up.

"The wretch is here," Urasue scowled "I have lost my appetite."

The witch left and Kagome masked her hurt as her grandmother passed by her. "Good morning auntie, good morning uncle! Welcome back!" she said with a smile.

She went over and hugged the happy Fumi and giggled as her uncle swept her up in a bear hug.

"Kagome, finally you're here!" Sara trilled walking into the room in her sleeping robe. She grabbed her cousin by the hand and started to take her out when her mothers voice stopped her.

"Sara don't you want to eat breakfast?" Fumi asked meekly. Sara stared at her mother before rolling her eyes and continuing to walk away. Kagome frowned at her cousins actions.

As soon as the two got into the room Sara bombarded Kagome with questions of her journeys and recent travels. So for the next half of the day the two cousins just enjoyed each others company and talked of everything and nothing.

The two cousins were sitting in the garden drinking tea when Kagome remembered something.

"Hey, Sara, can I ask you something?" the blue eyed priestess asked. The young princess nodded and continued to sip her tea.

"Well you see this year I was asked to do a dance for the festival of colours and I was wondering if you'd like to dance with me. Only if you-" Kagome didn't even get to finish as Sara grabbed her cousins hand and squealed.

"Yes! Yes! Yes!" Sara said excitedly , dimly realizing she shouldn't be acting so but to excited to care. "Let's go we have lots of practising to do!"

Kagome yelped as she was literally dragged by her cousin back into the large home. She laughed at Sara's excitement.

~ The Next Day ~

The first half of the festival was in full swing. People dressed in white were throwing colours at each other, a rather fun re-enactment of the breathtaking battle between Midriko and Hitoshi. Lively music played and young couples exchanged fleeting glances in the romantic, yet oddly fun setting.

The royal families had arrived, some like the wolves of the east instantly partaking in the festivities and getting their white clothes coloured, while others chose to wait for a while.

The young prince Inuyasha made for a amusing site, he was already covered from head to toe in various colours. And yet he continued to play with Shippou and some of the other children.

Sesshomaru too, on behalf of his grandmother, was dressed in a pristine white. Not a speck of colour on it, maybe due to the fact that he seemed to scare anyone who would even come near him.

The lady of the west laughed as she caught he unsuspecting mate in the face with some red powder. The lord of the west gave a fanged grin before he too went after his squealing mate. Sesshomaru very nearly rolled his eyes and Hatsumomo just laughed at the youthful picture the Western couple made.

Kagome strolled alongside Sara as her cousin excitedly took the festivities around them. They wore identical white clothing. And for once Kagome left her mask off. She would talk with her father, she was sure the royal family would be understanding of her situation. And then at Sara's request she would stay with her cousins family to catch up on lost times.

Urasue glared harshly at Kagome.

"Why did we bring this awful wretch with us? Oh Midriko-san why do you let us be tormented by this pitiful orphans presence!" Urasue wailed dramatically. Lord Kyo pointedly ignored his mother and strolled with his wife, indulging the festivities.

"Oh the dance will be amazing!" Sara said for what seemed the hundredth time that day. Kagome nodded again. Her eye caught onto her small sun and she smiled mischievously.

"I'll be back," she told her cousin, grabbing a fistful of blue powdery paint from the many trays set up around. Suddenly she lost sight of her son and she frowned, she carefully looked around for him.

Hatsumomo stared at her grandson from the corner of her eye before smiling a bit. Grabbing some red powder in her hands she called out to him,

"Sesshomaru."

Hearing his name the young prince turned towards his grandmother, only to be caught off guard as she swiped the red powder over both sides of his face, specifically on his cheeks. His grandmother laughed, and as Sesshomaru turned to grab some blue powder, feeling carefree for some reason, Hatsumomo ran off.

Sesshomaru turned around and did the same thing his grandmother did to him, but not to his gram other who had left, but his mystery girl.

Kagome shocked at the unexpected 'attack' stood still, staring at the golden orbs boring into her eyes. Sesshomaru's hands still cupped her face, slowly spread the blue powder across her cheeks. Time seemed to stop and the sounds around them faded as they stared into each others eyes.

It was once again Kagome who shook them out of their stupor. She slowly brought her hand of to touch the powder, accidentally brushing his hand by accident. A tingling feeling ran through both of them before Kagome broke away, her own powder falling from her hands as she tried to get away from the young prince.

Sesshomaru was right behind her but because of the large crowd he fell back a bit. Kagome took the chance and rushed back toward Sara, standing behind her partially and hoping that Sesshomaru wouldn't see her.

Sesshomaru decided to try a new tactic this time. He would find out the identity of his mystery girl and from then on he would learn more about her. His eyes caught site of her but he quickly looked away, making it seem like he didn't see her. He saw a priest and smiled just a bit. If anyone would know her, the priest would for priests knew everyone in there community.

"Sir," he spoke softly, gaining the old mans attention. The priest turned towards the demonic prince and gave a kind, welcoming smile.

"Yes my child?" he questioned. Sesshomaru made a gesture towards Kagome, who had ducked behind Sara when she saw Sesshomaru first look at her.

"I was wondering if you could tell me who that woman over there is…" Sesshomaru said, trying to be as discreet as possible.

Kagomes eyes widened as she snuck a peek from behind Sara's shoulder, the girl not paying attention just taking in the festivities, before ducking down again.

The priest slowly turned his head and smiled as he saw to whom it was the young prince gestured towards. Who didn't know that woman.

"Why that is Sarah Higurashi." The priest said with a smile. He said his goodbyes to the prince and left. By that time Sara had moved from being Kagomes shield and she and Sesshomaru once again locked eyes.

Mate. Future Mate. Sesshomaru's beast growled and the prince could only agree.

He would make this Sara Higurashi his mate and find out the enigma that she was and probably fall in love with her in the process.

Sara Higurashi Sesshomaru thought with a small smile My future mate…

Sorry for the long update. Exams are in less then a week and ive been prepping all month soo yahhh :) Thanks for understanding!