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In Present Company Chapter 4

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"Oh, now isn't that adorable." The voice of the commander woke them, or rather Kagome, as Sesshomaru hadn't slept for the remainder of the night. He still pretended though, squinting and making all the faces that humans make when they wake up.

"Too bad it was such a disappointment."

Kagome blushed, removing herself from Sesshomaru's lap slowly. He knew she was tired, but Sesshomaru secretly imagined it was because she was reluctant. He stood as well, walking as close to the barrier as he dared.

"You will release us now, or I will tear this place apart stone by stone with my claws." He said in a low voice.

The commander merely laughed. "Of course I will let you out. You have to eat breakfast." He motioned to one of the women, who unlocked the door. Sesshomaru paused, and put forward a hand. The barrier was gone, and he walked through. He wanted very badly to attack the commander, but knew it would do little good and so he conserved his strength. He and Kagome sat on the cushions unbidden, knowing the routine. Trays were brought in, but this time the women left them alone. They stared at the food.

"Oh, don't worry. There's no dog meat in this. Just plain old breakfast food."

Still, they did not touch it.

The commander sighed. "Eat. You'll need it for stamina."

They ate, but Kagome shot Sesshomaru a worried look. What did he mean, stamina?

When they had finished, the trays were taken away, and the commander once more circled them. His habit was beginning to remind Kagome of a vulture, but she found little humor in it.

"I am very disappointed by your performance last night," he said, as if he were chastising an acting troupe. "So we're going to try something different. Kagome, you may not say the name 'InuYasha,' who I am guessing is Sesshomaru's brother, or mention him in any way. Sesshomaru, you are not allowed to move your feet from where they are now unless you sit or lie down." He walked back to his throne and reclined leisurely. He waved his hand in a very imperial manner. "You may begin."

Kagome was about to demand something of him when she felt her feet begin to move of their own accord again. She walked up to Sesshomaru and wrapped her arms around his neck, standing on tiptoe to kiss him, rather more passionately that she would normally have done.

Sesshomaru held very still, only just barely putting his arms around her slender waist. He inwardly smiled at the commander's faulty plan. What he didn't know was that Sesshomaru disliked sexual initiation on a woman's part. Frankly, Kagome's shyness was a large part of her appeal. Therefore, this was exceptionally easy to ignore.

Kagome's mind fought against the force driving her body. How could she get rid of this guy? She knew which jar contained his real form, but how to tell Sesshomaru without him noticing? She left Sesshomaru's lips, pulling his head down gently so she could nibble on his earlobe inconspicuously.

"His body is on the-"

The commander stood up. "Don't say it!" With this new command Kagome was released from the first. While she could not speak, she quickly pointed to the jar she had seen glowing last night. Sesshomaru nodded and dropped to the ground, rolling onto his back before coming back up in a handstand, from which he launched himself into the air. Midair he lashed out at the ledge of jars Kagome had pointed to with the whip of light, missing the correct jar by just a few.

"Stop that!" came the command, and Sesshomaru was released. He touched the ground only for a moment before leaping onto the shelf itself, kicking the jar off. It shattered on the ground far below, revealing the ashes which had been stored in it.

The commander rushed to the pile of ashes. "No! Look what you've done!"

At the same time, several women rushed into the room. Before they could do anything, Sesshomaru jumped to the floor and kicked the ashes into the wind.

The commander faded and disappeared to the shrieking horror of the women.

"What have you done! You killed him! How could you kill him?!" They screamed.

Sesshomaru was having none of it. "Where are your sons and your husbands? What has this man done for your village but destroy it?"

They quieted, as if seeing everything around them for the first time. Then they really did cry, collapsing against each other. Kagome went to them, putting her hand on the back of a young woman.

"I'm so sorry for what has happened here… but… could we get our clothes back?"

The women wiped their eyes on their sleeves, sniffing. "Yes of course, just a moment." One of them left to retrieve their belongings.

"Thank you so much," one of the women said to Sesshomaru. He merely snorted and turned away from them.

"He's not much on tact or gratitude," Kagome said quietly, although she was sure Sesshomaru had heard it.

The woman came in with their clothes, and Kagome quickly slid on her uniform shirt. She watched as Sesshomaru donned his haori, silently regretting that she would probably never see him shirtless again. To her surprise, he put his armor on by himself with ease, and then walked to the door.

"We are leaving now, Kagome."

She nodded, following.

"Oh, but the villagers will want to meet you! Won't you stay another night?"

"NO." came the unanimous reply. "I'm sorry, but we really must be on our way." Kagome explained. She hurried to catch up to Sesshomaru, who was already half way out of the building.

They continued to walk south, the villager's cheering following after them. They were both very quiet, thinking about the night before. Kagome was trying to reason out her feelings for InuYasha and Sesshomaru, and having very little success. Sesshomaru, however, was agonizing over his lie. After they had walked a few miles he finally gave up and decided an apology was acceptable. He had, after all, insulted her.

"I apologize for my conduct last night." He said stiffly, the interruption of silence making her jump.

She blushed a little. "Oh, that's alright. You were being controlled. It's me who should apologize, I can't believe I was stupid enough to believe it. I mean, I should have figured it out, right?" She smiled at him, but he could tell it was extremely hard to do so. He was speechless. She had totally misinterpreted his apology and he was unsure how he could explain it.

"Besides," she went on. "What's past is past. Let's just get home."

Sesshomaru let the issue go, as she clearly didn't want to discuss it. She walked quickly ahead of him, so that he could not see her face. It was going to be a long trip.
Posting this because the previous ones were popular... I think I'll continue posting chapters on Fridays. That way, I'll give myself time to write the ending. maybe.

Ah, U.S.T. and angst. always a good combo.

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Chapter 3 [link]
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it will be in the next friday i guess but i cant wait!!!! :iconlove: