I don't own Inuyasha, though I wish I did its owned by Rumiko Takashi. I will also be updating every two weeks.

Author Note:

Animals can communicate with each other some what mentally. Think along the lines of a dog whistle, different wavelengths humans, or demons can't hear.

With Inuyasha and Buyo

Buyo awoke to the sound of something dragging on the floor. Squinting his eyes he looked out the window. Noting the fact that the moon was still out, as well as the young man that lay in front of him, Buyo could easily tell only a few hours had passed since they both had fallen asleep. Twitching his ears he waited to hear something only to lay his head back down when he didn't. Rolling up into a ball once more Buyo slowly laid his head on his front paw, hopefully if he was lucky he'd be able to catch the rest of that fish dream he was having. Smiling, as much as possible for a cat, Buyo shut his eyes...only to have his ears twitch once more. Growling low he knew he wasn't going to get anymore sleep than what he had already gotten. Raising himself up from his position he stretched and yawned. Hissing low when he felt a pop in his back leg...and heard it too. Shaking his head hard he realized he was getting too old for this shit. Flicking his tail in irritation he allowed his ears to swivel in order to pick up the newest intruder in the young prince's room. His stomach wasn't even close to being full from the last batch of intruders and he couldn't wait for which ones he would get to gobble up next. Honing in on the balcony doors he positioned himself to pounce at the next sound. Fixing his stance a bit more for a larger jump he wiggled his bottom as he found his target. Quick as the wind he was on his prey in a matter of seconds.

' Good to see you Karma. How are you this fine night?' His eyes shone florescent in the moons light as his fangs gleamed like stars in the sky. All Karma could see were his eyes and fangs from his corner in the dark. He didn't bother to move for Buyo had decades if not centuries on him, he knew he wouldn't be able to win a fight against him. Rolling himself in a tight ball he held his forked tongue. He knew why he was sent here by her but he couldn't believe what he found out.

' What's the matter old friend? Cat got your tongue?' Hissing in aggravation he allowed the cat to have his fun. Karma watched as his "friend's" ears twitched and swiveled, no doubt trying to see if there was anyone else there with them aside from the sleeping form on the bed. Buyo's ears stopped moving and pointed straight up before they began to droop in a relaxing fashion.

' State your business friend.' Buyo walked into the moonlight as Karma watched in amusement. Unraveling himself slightly he spoke.

' I wassss just checking up on the young princccce that my maiden hassss a...thing for. She issss quite ssstricken with the young man and I wassss jussssst making sssure his heart hassssn't burst from all the love he feelssss for my mistressss.' Smiling hypnotically he began to slither closer to Buyo who paid him no mind as he began to bathe himself in the moonlight. Raising his paw he extended his claws slowly and threateningly.

' You speak with a pronged tongue friend. I for one would have thought your mistress sent you here to check on her spies. I must say her powers are...what's the word I'm looking for? Oh, that's right interestin-.' Karma slithered closer to the older pet and hissed in a laughing manner.

' Hiss, hiss hissss. Ssso you think my mistresssss is interesting? I must concur she issss unique. Almost asss unique as yoursss.' Straightening up his heart filled with pride that his mistress was being complimented by the older animal that sat before him. He began to deflate when he noticed a twinkle in Buyo's eyes. He just set himself up to fall and Buyo was going to relish in it.

' You didn't let me finish friend. I was going to say interestingly monotonous. She has and always will have the same snake up her sleeves and with that you think your mistress can compare to mine? If I could laugh I surely would have done so long ago but sadly I can not.' Looking over at the dumbfounded snake before him he continued.

' That's the same look your mistress has on her face when mine one ups her. Now if you would like your status report I would gladly give it to you.' Getting up from his spot Buyo turned his back on the mischievous snake that was his "friend" and walked slowly around the room.

' Let's see here. Oh right I caught all of them really, and I must say the smooth green snakes were by far the tastiest. If she does send more spies can she send those. The corn, milk and ball pythons taste terrible. Not to mention giving the milk snakes a medusa ability was very creative on her part.' Karma could hear the sarcasm in his voice but allowed him to keep his defenses down long enough to get even. When Buyo got close enough Karma slithered his way over to him quickly and was able to get him in a tight hold. Hissing loud he unhinged his jaw in order to swallow the cocky cat who only grinned.

' Do you really think I'm that weak?' Karma closed his mouth fast with a loud snap before he was flung into the wall as his body writhed around in a sharp burning pain. Closing the distance between them Buyo pressed his paw down hard on Karma's tail which elicited a sharp hiss from the snake.

' Maybe this should be a lesson to you when it comes to messing with me or those I love. Now let your bitch-tress know I will have none of these games. Leave the young man alone or be forced to pay the price.' Angling his head in a certain way allowed him to somewhat disappear from the snake's sight all but his gleaming eyes and fangs. Karma was reminded of the presence when he felt the tip of his tail being cut off by something sharp. He hissed in pain as much as he could before Buyo had his paw on his throat.

' Relax friend after all it'll grow back right? I know you must be very scared of your mistress but you must, at the very least, have her stop tormenting the boy's mental physique. I am willing to look past this...endeavor...if and only if you comply to that tiny request. As for the spies, well just remember I'm always hungry. Of course a bigger snack would suffice I mean if you were to sacrifice yourself for the others that is.' Lifting his heavy paw from his neck Buyo soundlessly made his way to the piece of tail that wriggled on the floor helplessly. Squishing it hard between his paw and the floor he began to lick the blood off as he stared at his foe who watched him.

' How do I get her to stop the mental torment?' Stopping his earlier process of licking his paw he made eye contact.

' Convince her that its in her best interest to have him whole both physically and mentally. If his mind breaks then she will have no chance of ever becoming Queen. That much is true. Now leave here.' Flicking his paw in the direction of the door Buyo ignored the ignorant fool that was Karma. Slithering as fast as he could Karma slipped under the door and into the hallway as he thought of how to break his findings to his mistress. She would not be pleased with him and he knew that meant a thrashing of a higher degree, one of which he was not looking forward too. Cursing the cat that had bested him once more he continued on his way. Knowing the threat was neutralized, for now, Buyo made his way back onto the bed. Staring at the still sleeping prince he poked his forehead with his now cleaned paw.

' Those images should be stopping soon. Sadly that was all I could manage for you but you must be strong enough to fight off this hold she has on you. If you can't then you are not worthy of my mistress. Good luck young one.' Removing his paw from the prince's forehead Buyo did a quick perimeter check before he settled back into bed. Cuddling close to the prince for warmth he closed his eyes pushing the events that had just occurred to the back of his mind. He will deal with this later the next day after he had more than enough rest. Yawning hard he settled into the warm bed and dreamt of the sweet cream and fresh fish his mistress would shower him with the following morning. He really did love her and hoped everything would work out in her favor.

With Sango

The young woman was slumped over a large stone table in one of the chambers beneath the castle. It was what Kagome would call a " Waring Chamber" since all the tacticians and strategist would do was argue on whose plan was best. For the first time in hours she laughed hard and loud.

" Leave it to Kagome to invade my thoughts at a very important time." Shaking her head as she spoke to herself she rubbed a clawed hand over her tired eyes. She had been sitting there for hours trying to figure out what was going on. Grabbing a book closest to her she flipped through its pages hoping something or anything would give her at least a little hint as to what she should try next. She did this with various books that laid on the table but grew angrier when no answer could be found. Her eyes glowed and she snarled as she hurled the book she had in her hands at the far end of the room. She panicked when she noticed the book made no sound but that footsteps were coming close to her. Snapping her neck to the intruder she relaxed when she noticed it was her least favorite demon in the No-Taisho household...well second least favorite. Her least favorite right now was the youngest son Inu-trasha. She smiled at the little nickname Kouga would torment him with.

" Are you becoming delusional my dear Sango. Or are you merely happy to see me?" Shaking her head she smiled sadly at the newcomer.

" No Miroku just thinking about something funny. How are things coming on your end?" Crossing her arms across her chest she sat on the stone table covered in books and papers. Looking over at the messy table he stacked the book he caught on top of a smaller pile away from the edge.

" Same if not worse than what's going on on your end. Have you been here all this time? After we parted that is?" Shaking her head she sighed as she ran a hand through her bangs.

" Not really. I sent word to my father on the "activities" taking place here. Still waiting on him."

" Is that all you've done?" Shaking her head once more she began to slowly pace the floor.

" No. I called in so many favors that were owed to me its unbelievable. I never noticed how many people owed me and Kagome. I even called in a bunch of her favors too. Not too many that she wouldn't have any left, but that little lady has hundreds if not thousands of people who owe her." Holding her arms out in disbelief she heard Miroku laugh.

" I'm sorry Sango but I can actually get a clear picture of how many people owe her. As a matter of fact I owe her a decent forty if not more. Hell Kouga owes her his entire Kingdom five times over." Looking side to side he figured they were alone enough to share the last bit of information he's heard. Lifting his hand up he whispered in her ear.

" Rumor has it Sesshomaru and his father owe her as well." He pulled back and laughed when her eyes widened.

" NO WAY! That's impossible. I think I need to sit down." That was the straw that broke the camels back her mind was officially fried. There was no way Kagome had gained favors from people like the No-Taisho's, Kouga sure but not the No-Taisho's. Sitting down she relaxed as much as she could with this new information.

" Again its just a rumor. I guess we're both at a dead end. Do you mind if I sit?"

" No go ahead. There's a chair right over there. Just put the books somewhere on this table." Pointing in the direction of the second chair Sango leaned back as she closed her eyes. She listened as Miroku emptied the chair and pulled it closer to her. She peeked over when she heard ruffling.

" What are you doing now?" Focusing her eyes on the young man next to her she watched as he flipped through the pages of an enormous book that was pulled from the table.

" Just looking. Did you check every one of these?"

" Hai. I double and triple checked. I even asked Kamaji for help. You guys have the best librarian, he's a lot better than the one we have in our Kingdom." Crossing her arms over her chest she raised her legs and rested them on the table in front of her. Miroku watched her get comfortable before he went back to focusing on the book in his hands.

" Really? How so? Kagome has done nothing but speak highly of Kaede." Turning to him she focused on his face as if to tell if he was lying or not.

" How do you know about Kaede?"

" Well Kagome has spent much time here growing up so its only natural that I know about her Kingdom. We used to spend some time together, well as much as Sesshomaru would allow anyway." Squinting her eyes she watched him as he continued to flip through the pages of his book without even sparing her a glance.

" Does Kaede vex you my dear Sango?" Finishing up the book he placed it on the far end of the table before picking up another one.

" Uh...no...she doesn't. I just don't have time for her cryptic messages, riddles and fairy tales. She's one of many people I blame for Kagome's eccentric view on life." Sighing she looked up at the ceiling.

" So you believe a sweet, old librarian is one of many reasons why Kagome is the person she is." He smiled as he waited for an answer.

" I suppose. But she's not the only one at fault. I feel it is due to many of us that Kagome is the way she is. Especially myself. I mean maybe her destined path would have been different. Maybe...just maybe she would have been a demon already...or even married." She jumped when she heard Miroku close his book with a loud snap as she watched him move on to his next one.

" I don't think her future would have been any different Sango. Kagome is just a breath of fresh air in today's world. So what she's different and who cares if she's still human. Surely the odds that are stacked against her don't deter men from being attracted to her now do they? She's a unique prize Sango and many men want her as their bride. Hell even men who haven't met her want her. Hojo is the perfect example. He's never met her and yet when he found out that they were both of age he came here for her. For her Sango and only her. Not Kikyo and surely not the other princesses who are going to be of age by the end of the month either." Placing another finished book on the table Miroku pinched the bridge of his nose before reaching his other hand over the table for a gold bound book.

" Look I'm not saying you're wrong but you're not right either. Kagome is perfectly happy with the young woman she has grown to be. And, pardon my language but, Kagome could give two shits about what anyone, let alone what any man thinks of her. All that matters is her happiness Sango and she's happy being who she is. I would gladly stand by her as she continues her...antics." Waving his now freed hand in the air he smiled as Sango rolled her eyes.

" You just gave me a positive word for her shenanigans Miroku." Closing his eyes he tilted his head back and laughed.

" You are right but I love her mischievous ways. Now let's look at our situation together from a different point of view. What do we know?" Leaning back in his chair he placed his arms behind his head to get more comfortable leaving the gold book on the edge of the table.

" We know Inuyasha is acting weird." Nodding his head he agreed before placing his feet on the table like Sango.

" Yes you're right but weird how?"

" I don't know him like everyone else does Miroku. I can't answer that."

" Hmmm. I think you can. I need you as my second point of view. Just answer as best as you can and we'll roll with it." Shrugging she thought hard about how he was weird.

" If he were another man I'd say he felt off to me. He was unresponsive and not even alert. Like the lights were on but nobody was home." Looking over at Miroku she noticed he too was deep in thought.

" I see what you mean. He was unresponsive and out of it. Like a prisoner of war. He was just going with what the enemy had wanted from him." Looking at each other it finally hit them.

" LIKE WHEN HE PULLED OUT HER CHAIR AND LEFT WHEN SHE TOLD HIM TOO!" They shouted in unison as they jumped from their seats.

" WAIT! Wait. Let's not get ahead of ourselves we still need to know how. He didn't look like he was being held prisoner but.." She placed her finger on her chin to think before Miroku cut in.

" He also didn't look like he was signaling for help in anyway. For someone as dense and as hot headed as he is he would never follow someone's orders like that." Looking over at Sango he saw the gears turning wildly in her head just like his own.

" Which means its her and not him." Meeting his eyes with her own Sango looked frantically in them as if an answer would be found in his eyes. She began to breathe heavily in short pants as if she was panicking. Closing her eyes to calm herself as best she could she spoke praying her voice wouldn't crack.

" Miroku, I've never seen her use power like that because I know for a fact that she doesn't have power like that." Looking down at the table she focused on a power that they were thinking of and where it would come from before Miroku pulled her from her thoughts.

" Which means she's getting help or she has a powerful relic in her midst. I'll check with Kamaji about books in the library for things like this. I suggest you get in touch with Kaede. She may have something that can help. Tell her to send books on powerful relics and if she has them any and every book about snake demons." Gathering a piece of paper and her fountain pen she scribbled quickly on the parchment before rolling it up and tying a red ribbon around it. Grabbing her belongings from the table she started to leave the room before she was stopped by Miroku.

" Where are you going?" Turning she hissed.

" I need to send word to the castle. I'll be back by lunch tomorrow. Distract everyone while I'm gone." Turning from him she was about to race out the chamber before he pulled on her wrist.

" What now Miroku?" Ripping her wrist from his hand she turned to him.

" I'm a horse demon Sango. Let me go. I'm faster. I'll be back before breakfast. Should I see your father before I leave?" She looked at him with a quizzical expression.

" Why would you need to see my father?" Smiling at his opening he leaned down slowly to whisper in her ear.

" Why to ask for your hand in marriage of course." Pulling back he saw her face turn a bright red before she scrunched up her face in displeasure. He was gone and laughing before she had even thought to hit him. Shaking her fists she spoke to the now empty room.

" That perv is going to get it when he gets back." Collecting the books she borrowed she made her way to the library to return them to Kamaji and hopefully ask for his help if Miroku hadn't done so before he left. Thinking of him made her blush and she didn't know why. Shaking her head furiously she continued down the hall.

With Kagome

A knock was heard at the door which caused the young woman to stir from her bed. Huffing loudly she pulled her head out from under her covers. Rolling her eyes she growled low in her throat when a second knock was heard. Why couldn't they just let her sleep a few more minutes...a few more hours preferably but at that point she knew beggers couldn't be choosers.

" Get up lazy bones. Breakfast starts in an hour." She could literally hear the smile on her best friend's face from the other side of the door and it pissed her off.

" Ugggghhh! Sango please let me sleep a little longer." Surely pleading would wipe that smile off her face and grant her some leniency.

" No can do Kagome. Come on get ready."

' Apparently not. Note to self get Sango back for not giving me more time to sleep.' Rolling on her back she stared up at the ceiling before she started to flail her limbs erratically for a short time until she ran out of energy. Hearing a loud yelp she realized she had scared Kiyoshi who had been sleeping at her feet. She was simply too exhausted due to the fact that she had a hard time sleeping the previous night. Feeling bad for the poor pup she allowed him to settle once more on the bed so that he could get more sleep.

" Did you get that out of your system? Because you still have to get ready for breakfast." She heard her friend laugh before she walked away to give her some time.

" I DON'T HAVE THE ENERGY FOR THIS!" Waving her fists in the air before she rolled out of bed she smiled when she heard a laugh from the other side of the door. Grumbling under her breath she grabbed a simple dress, matching shoes and a corset before slipping into the bathroom to soak in the tub. After twenty minutes she was washed and ready to go. Looking at her reflection in the mirror she double checked she looked royal enough to sit at the table in her short white dress that hung off her shoulders and stopped a few inches above the knee. It was extremely form fitting and hugged her curves nicely. She accentuated her tiny waist with a black cincher that clipped in the back under a large black bow. She placed her hair in a high bun which showed off her slender creamy neck and made sure her red stockings were rolled up high and didn't fall from her knees. She paired the outfit nicely with ruby earrings, a light coating of blush and black high heeled sandals. Smiling at her reflection she started reaching for the door when she heard a knock. Turning to Kiyoshi she let the puppy lie before she turned the knob. He too was exhausted but unlike Sango she allowed him to sleep in. She just had to remind herself to bring him something to eat and drink after breakfast.

" I'm ready Sango. Let's head out. I'll actually be ea-" Staring at the person at the door, who she clearly knew wasn't Sango, she blinked away her confusion.

" Oh, I'm sorry Inuyasha I thought you were Sango. How can I help you this morning?" Smiling at the young man she waited for him to respond before he started to shove Buyo in her face. Laughing she went to reach for her cat.

" I see you're returning Buyo. I hope he didn't cause you any trouble." She blushed slightly when her hands brushed his in the hand off but smiled when he shook his head no.

" Ah so he did help you sleep. I wish I got some sleep but I'm sure I'll survive the day. However if I get the chance to slip off into the garden for a nap that would be lovely." Nodding his head in agrreance he smiled so enthusiastically that a fang popped out from the corner of his mouth making Kagome laugh so hard she dropped Buyo who only meowed when he landed on his feet. Sitting by his masters feet he watched the two interact.

" I'm sorry for laughing but your smile is just so infectious. I'm supposed to be waiting for Sango but would you like to walk down to the dining hall with me?" Looking into his eyes she smiled slightly waiting for his answer only to have his smile drop into a thin line.

' Did I say something wrong?' She questioned herself unsure of why he was reverting back to the Inuyasha she had dealt with the day before. With confusion written on her face she stared at him only to have him stare back unblinking. Taking it as a challenge Kagome scrunched up her face and furrowed her eyebrows unwilling to back down from the staring contest she had unknowingly gotten herself into.

' Good Kami this guy is good at staring contests. I swear I'm about to lose. My eyes are burning and I'm pretty sure dust is starting to build up in my tear ducts. Maybe I can mentally turn the tables. BLINK! BLINK! BLINK! BLINK! DEAR KAMI JUST BLINK ALREADY! WHY ISN'T HE BLINKING?!' Clutching her fists and raising them slightly she shook as her eyes continued to burn. Opening her mouth slightly to shout at him in hopes of scaring him into blinking she got distracted by another man's voice.

" Why good morning Kagome. How are...oh I am so sorry Inuyasha. I didn't realize you were so bold to make a move on Kagome out in the middle of the hall. Please forgive me I shall meet you two love birds in the dining hall." Turning on his heel Miroku lifted an arm to wave and began walking back in direction he had just come from.

" Oh and Kagome when you kiss a man you must not open your mouth too wide or he will clearly take advantage of the situation and shove his own tongue in your mouth. Good luck you naughty little minx." He laughed loud when he heard the young woman inhale deeply and choke on air. Blinking her eyes in both embarrassment and confusion she knew then that she had officially lost. Crossing her arms she turned from Inuyasha to hide her red face.

" Tch. So unfair. I was totally going to scare you into blinking but I guess Miroku gave you this round." When she felt her blush diminish was when she was confident enough to turn back around to face the young man she just lost to. Looking at the floor she held out her hand to him.

" Would you like to escort me to the dining room?" She spoke low and thanked every God imaginable when she managed not to stutter. She began to slowly panic when he didn't grab her hand. Pulling it back slowly she felt pressure at the bottom of her legs only to notice that Buyo was rubbing himself on her legs.

" Hm. What is it boy? Wanna be carried to breakfast."

" Mrow." Laughing she bent down to pick him up only to have him dodge her hands.

" Buyo if you want to be carried then you have to let me grab you." Trying once more to grab him she got irritated when he zoomed past her to Inuyasha. She got the message when he began to rub himself on his legs. Standing on his hind legs he looked at Inuyasha who bent down to pick him up.

" Traitor." Eyeing the fat cat in Inuyasha's arms she waved her finger at him only to have him swat at her. Giggling she placed her hands on her hips.

" Looks like he wants you. Come on let's go." Turning she began to walk away before she felt a large warm hand clasp her own. Looking at their joined hands she smiled shyly at him.

" Together than. I don't mind." Taking the next step she intertwined their fingers together and allowed a small blush to grace her cheeks. Swinging their hands as she walked she smiled when she noticed, from the corner of her eyes, that Inuyasha was a lot redder than she was. Giggling only made his face burn even more.

" Don't get embarrassed you weirdo. I'll be sure to let go when we get to the dining hall. Or if you prefer you can let go whenever you want to. I'm not the type of person to pressure you into anything you don't want to do." And with that her heart beat had quickened. She couldn't even stop it no matter how often she placed her other hand over her chest. Smiling she took in the prince's silence and enjoyed the walk.

' Maybe I do have a chance.' Or so she thought before her sister rounded the corner and smiled evilly. Reaching her hand out in front of her she called out to him.

" Inuyasha darling. Come here. I'm right here you no longer need my sister now do you?" While she spoke she glared daggers at Buyo.

" Kagome did you not know Inuyasha is allergic to cats? Why do you think his face is so red. Surely he isn't blushing over you." Cackling she looked hard at her sister who only panicked as she broked the hold she had on his hand so that she would be able to grab Buyo from his hands.

" I'm sorry Inuyasha I didn't know. Here I'll take him off your hands for you." Hugging her body close to his allowed him to actually feel her. She was so soft and plump much like the sutra he had slept with the night before.

' LAID! Laid not slept with. That sounds even worse more so impure something since its something she isn't. Well not yet any way. No now is not the time for dirty thoughts. I meant to say laid with not slept with. Or is it laid next too?' He was so caught up in his thoughts that he didn't even notice the cat was already taken from his hands and placed back on the floor. The one thing that allowed him some form of control was just taken from him. He was just counting his lucky stars that he had managed to ignore the dirty images and sounds that flashed through his mind as he held Kagome's hand. The ones of Kagome and him. If he could growl he would but every nerve in his body was being taken over once more by an unknown force. He felt his legs move towards the snake woman in front of him.

" Come and hold my hand like you held my sisters." His hand reached out slowly and clamped over the cold skin that was Kikyo's hand. He let out a relieved sigh when he didn't intertwine his fingers with hers for it was Kagome who took that inititive not himself.

" Now give me a kiss." She whispered in his ear some what seductively. Some what because to him it sounded like someone was just crumpling up dead leaves in his ear. Gulping hard he grimaced inwardly when he felt himself lean forward and plant one on her. Pulling away he mentally rubbed his lips as best as he could to get the feel of her off him. Shuddering he realized it wasn't working no matter how hard he tried to erase the event that had just occurred from his mind. Gagging slightly he felt like he was about to throw up when she latched onto his arm and pressed what little she had of a chest on him. Surely this was not going to end well. Yet unlike Kagome images never flashed through his mind. At least he managed to get a show when she held onto him regardless of the jealousy and pain he felt at the truth that was the future. He felt his legs move as he heard Kagome speak to her cat. Drooping his ears at the pain in her voice he continued walking unable to cease his own movemnets.

" Come on boy. Let's get you some fresh cream and fish." Turning around she allowed Buyo to lead her on a dfferent path to the dining room. Rubbing her arms she felt foolish and embarrassed. Of course she was a substitute and how did she not realize he was allergic to cats. She technically could have accidentally killed him last night.

' Kagome I'm sorry this isn't me I swear. KAGOME I'M SORRY! PLEASE FORGIVE ME!' No matter how loud he screamed in his head he knew she would never hear him but that didn't stop him. He kept trying until they were out of sight. He gave up and let himself be led by the snake woman who had chuckled once more.

" You are mine Inuyasha and I will not let any woman have you. As for your rebellion I will make sure you are punished accordingly. But I shall reward you for that kiss you gave me. You taste so sweet." Smiling she looked up at her him with slits in her eyes. Her demon pulsed as she drew her aura out.

" Karma has made a good point of reminding me I shouldn't go breaking my toys so for now I shall remove the images that flash through your mind. How about I give you images of myself?" Widening his eyes he watched as she pointed two fingers and poked his forehead. He prayed she hadn't given him images of her for that would be a cruel and unusual punishment. Not a reward. He could feel the bile rise in his throat just thinking about it.

" On second thought I'd rather surprise you on our wedding night." Smiling wide she beamed up at him proud that she had thought of it while he was mentally celebrating that she didn't go through with it. On their way to the dining hall she chattered away about their future and what she had planned, while he just plotted against her and her plans.

' Where's Miroku or Sesshomaru when I need them? Even Kouga would be able to help me out, that bastard was always cock blocking with Kagome why not Kikyo? Oh that's right he only has a thing for Kagome much like my brother. DAMMIT!' He thought as he continued on their way.

With Sango

" KAGOME! GET OUTTA THERE WE'RE GOING TO BE LATE!" Knocking even harder Sango was quickly losing her patience with her charge. So much so that she actually kicked the door in before running around in the room wildly screaming her charge's name.

" KAGOME I SWEAR TO KAMI YOU BETTER NOT BE HIDING!" Panting hard she realized the room was empty, since she scared the living hell out of Kiyoshi enough to make him run out the room crying. Stunned silent she face palmed as she spoke to herself.

" Why am I the one whose always late to the dining hall? I woke up on time and everything. Not to mention I woke her up an hour early to insure we weren't late. Lady Izayoi will not be pleased with me." Slumping over she fixed the broken door as best she could before she booked it to the dining hall only to make it to the door just as Kagome had. Sighing loud to draw attention to herself she smiled before trying to guilt trip her best friend.

" I can't believe you left me." Smirking she waited for a response only to have Kagome smirk back.

" I know." Laughing at the pulsing nerve on Sango's forehead she opened the door and rushed in before she got a punch to the arm.

Will Inuyasha be able to free himself from Kikyo's grasp? And did she really take away the images? What will her punishment be? Will Miroku and Sango break the hold? Find out next time inu-lovers.