Someone to protect

Chapter 10

The days went by one after another and the pile of documents on my desk just wouldn't shrink. It is true that I, Sesshomaru of the West did neglect my duties as the Lord for quite some time now, but I would have imagined the job would be important enough for someone to do in my stead and not let it lay on my desk awaiting my return. However, here I was, stuck in my study under a never-ending pile of paperwork that required my attention. That was however something I had trouble with. My attention was with a certain young lady whose soft giggles I could hear even through the thick walls of the castle. It calmed me to hear her voice, to know she was nearby and safe even though she was away from my sight. The soft caresses of her aura against my own made a shiver run down my back. I felt a slight electric charge every time her voice hit my ears, every time my eyes caught a glimpse of her or every time I sensed her presence.

I did however miss her company. The time we spent traveling together seemed like a distant memory and the beast inside me was feeling rather restless not having her by its side. I found myself staring out of my window to catch a glimpse of her more times that I can count by now, trying to search for her with my demonic energy making sure she was safe and sound, desiring at least some sort of a contact with her. The slight tickle of her aura that caressed mine from time to time made me smile. I knew she was looking for me too. And as much as my mother and that mutt Luka kept her occupied, she still thought of me and searched at least that little bit of contact between us.

Today, however, was different. I could not sit in that room anymore. Her absence was starting to get unbearable. I walked down the dark halls illuminated by an occasional candle, my kimono in a slight disarray after a long day of moping around my office. I got a few curious stares as I, lord of the West, could not be seen in anything but perfect attire. This time I did not care for such things. I was in a hurry; my beast was as anxious as I was to meet the priestess. No...to meet Kagome.

Sooner than I thought possible I found myself in front of the door to her chamber knocking softly to not frighten the priestess. She opened the door, not looking surprised at all. I knew she knew I was coming. It was her beautiful eyes that met mine in an instant that stole my words away from me. She peeked through the small gap, her burning cheeks visible in the tight space she allowed me to see and my shoulders relaxed. She was near me again, standing where I could see her. I pushed the door open a bit more looking up and down her light purple night gown that hugged her slim body in all the right places. I felt a slight growl escape my throat as her scent filled my nose. I stepped into her room closing the door behind us and without a thought wrapped both my arms around her waist. I buried my face into her hair letting her warmth fill up my empty body and suddenly I felt like all the energy was pumped back into me.

"S..Sesshomaru?"

Her soft voice sounded like angel's song in my ears, and the scent of her hair calming my mind, the feeling of her body against mine letting me relax muscles I didn't even know I was stressing. I loved hearing her say my name. I felt her little hands wrap around me, stroking my hair with one and holding me close with her other one. Her touch made a purr come out of my mouth, a sound that surprised both her and myself. The emotions I held bottled up inside me for days were now freely bursting out of me, but I did not mind. She knew already. She knew how dear she became to me. She knew how much I carved her presence, her touch, her warmth. Just the way her embrace felt made my heart beat faster. I did not want to lose that feeling. Ever.

"Kagome."

The softness of my voice felt distant, yet very familiar at the same time. The feeling of content spread through my whole being as I held her against me. I felt her clench her hands holding onto my kimono as I nuzzled my face into her hair. I did not feel I had to hide myself in front of her anymore. She truly was the one destined to be by my side.

"Be mine."

My words filled the room. I wanted her to be mine, to stay with me and to lead that strange pack of ours, maybe even make it larger with a few pups. That was my wish. I felt Kagome hide her face in my kimono. I stroked her hair as we stayed there, wishing he moment could last forever.

But even forever wasn't long enough. The knock on the door made us both jump away, her warmth leaving my arms as the door opened. There stood the object of my utmost hatred. Luka smiled as he saw me inside, Kagome just turned her head away, hiding her blushing face in her raven hair. It was just a second, but I already longed to see her face again. I never wished to take my eyes off her again.

"My apologies, Lady Kagome. I did not realize you had a guest at such a late hour."

His words made me frown.

"Speaking of late hour, what are you doing here?"

The words came out much harsher than I originally intended.

"No need for such a harsh tone My Lord. I simply follow your mothers' orders and wished Lady Kagome to see the moon flowers. They are quite the sight this time of the year."

He bowed to me in respect, but my ears caught on the slight teasing in his voice. I did not like him being around Kagome. I did not like him being with her alone at night, in fact, I didn't want him anywhere near her ever. She was mine.

"You don't need to fulfil her orders anymore. I will take over entertaining Lady Kagome."

Luka straightened his back looking back at me, his gaze not wavering at all. The soft and pleasant smile plastered on his face did nothing to hide the burning fire of gold behind his eyes though. Kagome stepped between the two of us placing one hand on each of us making sure we stay apart. She turned to Luka and gave him a sweet smile.

"Thank you, Luka, but tonight I would like to spend some time with Sesshomaru. We can hang out some other time."

I looked down upon her small frame. I did not like her promise of seeing him some other time, but her choice in company pleased me. I saw Luka watch her face for a short amount of time before his posture relaxed and he gave her a bow.

"As you wish My Lady."

I watched him turn his back to the both of us as Kagome kept her hand on my chest. I was not sure if she was aware of the effect of her touch on me, but I sure was. The warmth spreading through my being made my own energy jump. She turned to me looking into my eyes with her big chocolate ones and tilted her head slightly to the side.

"What are moon flowers?"

...

The moon was full, shining down on a clearing of wild white flowers, that seemed to shine in the moonlight. Kagome sat right by my side, leaning onto my shoulder, as I had one of my hands wrapped around her slim waist. The soft wind made her hair tickle my cheek from time to time as we watched the scenery. We didn't say much; the silence was plenty for us both. I did wish to hear her answer though. As if reading my mind, she spoke up while looking up onto the moon.

"I wish to stay by your side Sesshomaru. As selfish as that sounds, I feel at ease when I'm with you."

She looked me straight in the eye, the rosy blush on her cheeks looking so alluring. She did not realize how much I craved for her to stay with me. Her words were enough to both make and destroy my day. The effect this human girl had on this Sesshomaru...I still couldn't believe it. Yet here I was, leaning down to meet her lips with mine for the first time, to promise to love and cherish her forever, to make her mine.