InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ ForgetMeNot ❯ Then Trust Me ( Chapter 11 )

Forget-Me-Not

By: Youkai Yume

HELLO! So glad to be back! I meant to update yesterday, but my internet was down (sigh) again! I'm sure I left everyone a little frustrated with the little Inu/Kag fluff in the last chapter. Well, since I love y'all so much, I'm gonna make it up to you in this chapter! Oh yeah, who else thinks that Inuyasyha is a total jackass after watching the latest episodes of Inuyasha? Grrr! I just wanna throw something at that guy sooo bad! Honestly! And after Kikyo pulled out a knife and everything! See, that's why Kagome is better off with someone like Sesshomaru! Anyways, here's the next chapter. Now I gotta go and let off some steam before I do something mortifyingly horrible to my not so favorite hanyou anymore!

Disclaimer: Inuyasha, Inuyasha, wherefore art thou Inuyasha? I'll tell you where the hell you are, under Rumiko Takahashi's name and her vast fortune! So don't look at me, though, parting is such sweet sorrow! Okay, weird moment. Must be all that stress.

Chapter 11: Then Trust Me

He was panting, hard. His body shook with the after affects that the dream had left him with. Sesshomaru ran his clawed fingers through his silver mane. Visions of a certain miko flooded his senses, remembering down to the tiniest detail the curves of her body, the warmth of her touch, and the moans of her pleasure.

Steadily, he leaned back on the tree, half closed eyes gazing over to the object of his lustful fantasies. He felt like growling at her, silently cursing her for awakening such unwanted desires within himself. Again he had dreamed of her, of claiming her as his. Sure, he had dreamed of her many times before, sometimes just talking with one another, or just in each other's company. But recently they have grown more. . .intimate.

Sesshomaru let out a sigh, his eyes continuing to sweep over her slumbering form. He did not understand why he no longer felt revulsion towards the fact that he thought of Kagome that way, but rather, craved for it. Craved to touch and feel her like he could only do in the darkest recesses of his dreams, the most passionate of his desires.

It was inconceivable, not only because she was a human, but because he had never given into the need for flesh before. He had never lusted or wanted any demoness, let alone a woman-child! He had learned to control and suppress such emotions and animalistic desires long ago. So, why is he starting now?

Sesshomaru himself had always restrained from taking in a mate unless it was the right one, for when inu-youkais mate, they mated for life. It was something that his father had been unfaithful to uphold, and Sesshomaru promised himself to never break such a sacred vow.

Kagome turned slightly in her sleep, her lips curving into a content smile. `She must be dreaming something pleasant,' he mused, his mind not allowing the thought that signified any possible hope that she was dreaming of him as well. Sesshomaru mentally shook himself. It's not like he cared, and even if she was dreaming, it was most likely about Inuyasha.

Sesshomaru suddenly felt a rush of anger and jealousy course throughout his being upon recalling the tender moment that transpired between his half-brother and Kagome earlier that evening. He shouldn't feel this way, so why? Why was he feeling this way? He saw Kagome shift slightly in her sleep and muttered something under her breath.

"Fluffy. . ." he heard her moan softly. `Fluffy?' He thought curiously. What WAS she dreaming about? His eyes softened a bit when he saw her smile sweetly in her sleep. Still unable to explain as to why he felt so warm and content when catching glimpse of her smile, he went back to his earlier thoughts of finding the perfect mate.

`Could she be the one?' He scoffed to himself, dismissing the whole idea altogether to regain sleep. `Impossible.'

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It was still dark, and if it weren't for the slightly pink tinted sky on the horizon, it could've been night. Kagome glanced around the camp, and was pleased to see everyone still sleeping-especially Inuyasha. She pulled the covers a little closer to her body when her skin made contact with the chilly morning air. She shivered lightly, not really wanting to get up.

Her sapphire eyes wandered around to the demon lord that slept nearby. Kagome couldn't help but blush at the memory of her recent dreams of him. In fact she had just awoken from one, and in it she was once again flying the midnight sky with him in his inu-youkai form.

He was just so. . .fluffy! Kagome suppressed a giggle when she thought this. `Well, he is!' she convinced herself, remembering how she petted his tail and fur, feeling the delightful texture beneath her fingers. She sighed. She didn't understand why she was dreaming of Sesshomaru though, could it possibly mean anything?

What really irked her was how much she enjoyed it! It was unexplainable, the feeling that came to her when she was with him in the dream. She remembered being at peace and warm, but most of all. . .happy? She sighed again. `Oh well, a dream's just dream.'

Coming out of her reverie, she focused back on the main reason why she gotten up so early. `That's right, I wanted to go back home and get more supplies!' She wanted to avoid all of the usual arguments with Inuyasha whenever she decided to leave for home, and thought that this was the best solution. She wanted to leave before the sun got up along with Inuyasha.

Kagome carefully stepped out of her sleeping bag and tiptoed over to where her large yellow backpack was. She slowly opened it and pulled out a piece of paper and pen. She glanced nervously over to where the hanyou took his usual perch, and returned back to the note. After scribbling a short letter explaining where she went, she took out an arrow, quietly pinned it to a nearby tree and gathered up her things.

Kagome tiptoed past everyone, moving with the utmost stealth in hopes of not waking Inuyasha or anyone else for the matter-at least until she was out of camp. She silently congratulated herself for doing a job well done, and as soon as she was sure she was out of earshot, she let out a sigh of relief and walked with a lighter step towards the well.

Well, maybe she shouldn't have congratulated herself quite yet, for she failed to notice a pair of golden eyes following her in the distance.

~ ^_^ ~

From the treetops he followed the young miko deep into the woods. Sesshomaru's golden eyes focused on her. Where was she going? And more importantly, why was he following? Indeed, he had been awoken in the early morning from his barely regained slumber when his sharp senses caught the sound of rustling nearby.

When he had opened his eyes, he was surprised to see Kagome up and about. She was gathering her things and carefully snuck into the forest, leaving a letter pinned on the tree that she had slept under. Then, she proceeded to sneak out of camp and into the woods.

Unable to restrain his curiosity, he decided to investigate the matter further. Where would she go at such an early hour? He moved to read the letter, not making a sound as he walked across the area. Sesshomaru's eyes skimmed over her letter, quietly impressed that she could write so well. At least he knew she was educated.

`Home,' he read. So, she was returning back to her village, he concluded. He couldn't help but follow her, he had always wondered where she came from. Afterall, only she wore that type of kimono that he knew of.

And so it is now that he continued to follow her deeper into the forest, hidden in the safety of the shadows. Sesshomaru watched her every move, his golden eyes intense as she suddenly stopped into a clearing with a well situated in the middle.

`There is no village here,' he thought. His eyes remained fixed on her however, as she proceeded to go over to where the well was, and sat on the rim. `What is she doing?' Unable to stand the confusion any longer, he decided now was the time to reveal himself to her.

Kagome had just swung her legs over the rim of the well, ready to jump in when she felt someone grab her arm. Her head whirled around in surprise and panic, her eyes catching a glimpse of silver and gold before she jumped into the well.

"Sesshomaru?!" She asked, startled to see him, and for a moment, Sesshomaru looked startled too, as she realized their arms were still linked, and she was dragging the demon lord down into the magical gateway with her! Blue magic soon surrounded them, and Kagome's mind raced as she felt Sesshomaru press close to her own body while the scenery flew past them.

She only remembered him holding her close before losing consciousness altogether, fading into the dark blue waves with Sesshomaru.

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Sakura blossoms and jasmine. The scent surrounded him, teasing his sensitive nose with the intoxicating smell. His head was swimming and was becoming lightheaded by it. He was oddly comfortable too, lying on something soft, yet firm. He could also feel the heat and warmth from it, seeping into his own body.

There was only one person he knew who could possess such a heavenly smell, and his eyes snapped open upon his realization of that simple fact.

"Kagome," he barely whispered to the unconscious girl. Sesshomaru blinked. He was lying on top of her! Strangely, he didn't want to move away, and rather liked feeling her beneath him. Sudden flashes of his recent erotic dreams flashed through his mind, resurfacing the passion that came along with it.

Instinctively, he buried his nose into her hair to inhale more of the intoxicating scent. Gods, how he loved her scent, no matter how much he might deny that fact to save face. Sesshomaru almost groaned when he felt her shift underneath him, and felt himself getting slightly aroused at this. She was awakening; he had to stop this. . .need, now!

"Mmmmm. . .Sesshomaru. . .?" She moaned as her eyes fluttered open. She gasped when golden eyes met with her sapphire ones, they're faces were inches apart! A blush soon stained her cheeks when she noticed something else. He was lying on top of her! He must've fallen on her when they went through the well! It kind of felt nice. . . `Bad Kagome, Bad!'

Despite this, they remained in that awkward position for a while, staring into each other's eyes. Kagome searched his golden depths for any sign of emotion, and to her surprise saw some flicker across his orbs. She saw confusion and slight anger, but there was something else that mostly clouded over his eyes, darkening his gaze into a trance. `Is it lust?'

"Ano. . .Sessho-kun. . ." Kagome started, breaking the moment. "Do you mind getting off of me?" Sesshomaru blinked, coming back into the real world at Kagome's voice. The darkened cloud in his eyes quickly disappeared, as he slowly moved to get off of the miko. If she hadn't known any better, it seemed like he almost regretted doing so.

Once they were both up, Kagome dusted off any dirt on her uniform while Sesshomaru took in his surroundings. `That's right, she pulled me down into the well.' His neck craned to look up, expecting to see the clear blue sky, but was surprised that instead there was a roof. `What the~'

Kagome felt him yank her arm suddenly, and looked up confusedly at him.

"Where are we?" He demanded, tightening his grip on her. He felt her wince at his harsh tone of voice and softened a bit, easing his grip his hand had on her. Sesshomaru awaited her response as she shifted uncomfortably.

"Well, we're in the future. . ." she answered awkwardly. `Geez that must not make any sense,' she thought, and looked up at the demon lord to see his reaction.

"The future?" He searched her sapphire depths. "You mean to tell me, your home is in the future?" He inquired her curiously, though his voice remained emotionless. Kagome's mind suddenly clicked.

`Omigosh! I accidently brought SESSHOMARU home with me! HERE! In MODERN DAY Japan!' Her mind suddenly raced with all sorts of thoughts and conclusions. `What if he goes and kills someone? Gods! All we have here are humans! He HATES humans! What'll my family say? Oh No! MY FAMILY! I'm too young to be an orphan!'

As Kagome went on with her panicking thoughts, Sesshomaru watched slightly amused at the display of emotions that played across her face. But at the same time, he was getting impatient. She had yet to answer his question. He tugged lightly on her arm to bring her attention back to him.

"Well?" She gulped.

"H-Hai, I do live in the future. Five hundred years to be exact." She answered shakily, her voice had a hint of fearfulness. She looked down at her feet. Sesshomaru was, for some reason, displeased when he sensed her fear. He placed a finger under her chin and lifted her face up so their eyes could meet.

"Why are you afraid?" He asked her gently, almost trying to calm her. He was slightly hurt when she looked away from him, avoiding his gaze. Hurt? Why was he hurt? He stopped all thought there as he heard her voice.

"It's just that, here in my time, only humans exist in this world," Kagome explained. Sesshomaru processed this information. Only humans? That can't be right.

"You are lying, what about youkai? Surely there must be youkai."

"Ano. . .I'm not sure. There may be youkai still alive, but most likely they're in hiding or have been wiped out long ago." Kagome winced when she felt his grip on her arm tighten painfully. She knew he wouldn't like the answer.

"I see," he said slowly, not truly believing it. How could youkai, who have once struck fear and roamed the lands, ruling over worthless humans, possibly be extinct? His thoughts were interrupted when he heard Kagome whimper a bit. Sesshomaru realized that he had dug painfully into her arm, and immediately released her. He felt a pang of guilt as he watched her rub the spot where his hand had been.

"But that is not the reason why you suddenly fear me," he said to her. Kagome froze.

"No, it isn't." She admitted.

"Then what?" Sesshomaru suddenly felt the urge to erase any fear she had of him, he wanted her to be comfortable around his presence. He didn't understand it, nor did he care at the moment.

"My family," Kagome answered slowly looking up to lock eyes with the demon lord once more. To her surprise, she saw his eyes soften with understanding. She sighed in relief. But still, she couldn't have him here, there was still the problem that, well, he might not be ready for her time.

"Sessho-kun, I think it's best if I brought you back to the feudal era," she moved to do just that when she felt him grab her wrist. She turned to look confusedly at him. Sesshomaru only shook his head at her.

"No, I want to see your world," he said firmly, although it sounded more like a hopeful request. He was curious to find out more about the place that Kagome came from, and he'll be damned before he'd be denied the opportunity. But he also wanted to be here with Kagome's consent. He saw reluctance flash across her eyes, the previous feeling of fear marred her scent again.

"I promise I won't bring harm to your family, or anyone else for that matter while I am here," Sesshomaru still held onto her hand, hoping that she'd be convinced. He himself didn't want to hurt her in any way, though gods help him why, but he didn't. His heart fell when she did not move.

"I don't know. . ." Kagome started, but she felt his hand slip from her wrist, sliding down to rest on the back of her hand.

"Kagome," She gasped when she heard him utter her name. It wasn't because she had never heard him use it before, but because it was rare. And for some reason, it just felt good to hear it coming from his lips. Her attention was fully on him now.

"You said before that we are friends, did you not?" Kagome looked down at their linked hands before answering.

"Hai. I did," she admitted, looking back at him again.

"Then trust me, I give you my word as the Taiyoukai of the West," He finished, still gazing at her intensely with his golden orbs. He suddenly felt warm with relief when she placed her other hand over his own.

"No, give your word as a friend," Kagome gave him a warm smile, finally giving in. Sesshomaru fought a smile that threatened to grace his own lips, but this time, lost. He heard Kagome gasp in delight.

"Sessho-kun! You smiled!" She teased. Immediately he wiped it from his face.

"A momentary lapse, I assure you," he said indifferently. He was slightly angered when she continued to giggle, but that was quickly blown away as well when he heard her next comment.

"You know, you should really smile more often, it suits you!" With having that said, Kagome began to climb out of the well using the ladder on the wall. Sesshomaru watched her as she made her way up. `If I spend too much time with her, perhaps I WILL smile more often,' he thought rather annoyingly before jumping up, wrapping his arms around her waist, and pulling her along with himself out of the bone eater's well.

End Chapter ^_^

So? Didn't I say I'd make it up to ya? ^_^ You'll notice that Sesshy is finally beginning to give in, and sorry again if he's OOC, but I think it's about time, don't you? LOL. There will be much fluffiness in the next chapter, considering that now they're ALL ALONE! So, hang tight. But this doesn't mean the action is totally out, because our favorite baboon pelt wearing hanyou will be back to cause some havoc and mahem also! But not in the next chapter, maybe sometime soon. As always, send suggestions if you got any!

Review Responses:

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Silver Mystic: Don't worry, she'll reveal her dream to him soon enough. But I don't think it would be wise if Sesshomaru told her about his dreams, ne? ^_~

Katani Masaya: (laughs maniacally) MWAHAHAHA! You're never going to get your precious pelt back! (snuggles closer to baboon pelt) NEVER! (continues to laugh and in the process spills coffee all over pelt) Aw, damness! Gotta take it out to dry cleaning! Curse you, Naraku! You're so pathetic that you made me accidentally spill coffee over my favorite fashion statement! I shall have my revenge! I'll get you! (smiles) by the way. Love the new name! ^_^

Red Dragon9: Wowies! I LOVED that review! That explains a lot of things. Aw, Sesshy, I know no matter how much you deny it, you love my fic! ^_^ Besides, most guys would jump at the chance to have so many girls throwing themselves at them! (Gets mental picture of girls throwing themselves on the ground at Sesshy's feet while he walks all over them) Hehehe, sorry, zoned out there! Good thing Kagome's around to keep him in check! Oops, out loud, Sess wouldn't like hearing that, oh well! Sayanora! ^_^

Anonymous: thanks! Yes, I even respond to anonymous reviewers like yourself!

Baka-Ryu: (Sigh) sadly, I myself do not know when Sesshy will kiss Kagome. So I better make it a real big smooch, ne? Or maybe, I'll just stick to torturing you! ^_^

Hiei4711: Cool, I like this pairing too. Duh.

DancingCrazyChic: Yes! You agree! And I'm really flattered that you look forward to reading my story so much!

Weird Person: Yes, I know I read and run sometimes too, but many times people often underestimate how encouraging each and every review is, so please, REVIEW!

Victoria Wolf: Yes ma'am! More Sess/Kag fluff on the way Ma'am!

DarkFire10: Thanks! I'll be sure to do so, if I can. Aw shit, maybe not. Kidding!

Silver Phoenix7: Of course I'll keep going, to stop would be a crime to all Sess/Kag fans, and unfortunately the penalty would probably be death. (Shudder)

Mystical Miyuki: Hmmm, not sure, I plan to put in a lemon, but just not sure. So far there will only be lime, but that's not going to discourage you from reading is it?

Psycho Sakura: So meaningful, so to the point! Can I try? REVIEW! How'd I do?

VicFan: As always.

Tabetha1: Oooh, see, that's one thing I probably won't do. After seeing the recent Inuyasha episodes, I'm going to make sure that Inu sees his mistake and suffers for it! Sorry, but I'm a little bitter about it.

Healing Tenseiga: Yes, unfortunately I don't get to update as often as I would like to. But hey, we all have something in our way, ne? I'll try to update faster, for the sake of all of my fans!

Mistress Fluffy: Yes, it most certainly was unwanted, but now the Sess/Kag fluff should handsomely outweigh the Inu/Kag fluff, so do not fear! I'm a SessKag fan till the end!

HellAznGrl: So true, they are the best. You are wise beyond your years!

DemonLady1: Yes, I'll be sure to! Sorry this isn't longer, nut hey, your review wasn't very long either!

Yokai Hansha: Thanks! But sometimes I feel envious of other authors because they have more reviews than I do, pretty childish huh? Well, good luck with your own fic, and tell me about it soon, so I can read it for myself!

Aki no Yume1: Sadly, it IS part of Sess's nature to be stubborn when it comes to love. But that's why we all love him so much, right? Anyways, I'm just glad that I can give the readers the insight on Sesshy's thoughts and emotions. Hey, just `cuz he doesn't show them, doesn't mean thye don't exist, right? ^_^

Nymph Demon: Geez Nmph-chan, you're making me fat with all these chocolate bars. But don't let that stop you! More please! And more fluff will be given in return! Are these Gheradelli?

Ruby27: Well, I'll let you in on a little preview. Inu will probably choose the bitch over Kagome, but she'll die in the end anyway. I swear it! Not to mention I'll make Inu feel regret, and lots of it!

Fire goddess5: LOL. Sorry to keep you waiting, but like I said, school does tend to weigh you down. At least I know that you're a loyal reader! ^_^ I always enjoy hearing from you!

The Fallen Angel of Death: So glad to know that you understand! And rest assured, this will most definitely not be an Inu/Kag fic. There's too much of those as it is. Sorry about Kikyo, but I have to put her in here to clear up some things. Don't worry, this will all work out to Sesshy's benefit.

Lady Kaiba: (Cheers) Go yami! Break down that writer's block! Well, I hope that I made up the unwanted fluff with this chapter. I just had to make Sess jealous! And Koga's not really doing a good job on him so, hence the Inu/Kag fluff!

Kagome333: ^_^ If you were him, you wouldn't want to admit it either. But it is inevitable! You can't escape it Sesshy! Sesshomaru: Just watch me wench! Yume: o_O uh oh, youkai in denial, oh well, Kagome will catch up to him soon. (Kagome runs past Yume and after Sess) Kagome: Wait for me, my love!

Defafaeth Mechqua: Yes, Fluffy is sweet, just don't tell him I said that! Thanks for all of the reviews!

Trina3: I'm not sure what you mean, but I forgive you! I can take criticism as long as it's not in the form of a flame. ^_^

Cris Sheridan: Thank you! (Sniffles) I'll try to make you proud!

Mada: Yes, I hate making everyone wait. But it keeps everyone in suspense. Huh, I wonder if that's why J.K. Rowling takes so long to come out with her Harry Potter books.

Kiwi93089: Lol. But then you get to zap Squidward. I would probably be Patrick, `cuz I'm so damn stupid! My favorite scene with him was when he was telling the story of the Ugly Barnacle. Lol. Loved it! Now that's a story! Sorry, I sound like a weirdo, please review again soon!

Shichini Kiwi Kasa: Oh, he'll realize it soon enough. Wink. Wink.

Hikari no Sekai: Yes! Oh school, why do you torture us so? And yes, it is a good idea if you updated.

Lady of Death: LOL. Now that DOES make sense! I was given a Naraku's baboon pelt by Katani Masaya, and now that you mentioned it. . .Gasp! There is a red butt! (blushes) Oh well, I still love it anyways! ^_^ So, you're related to Katana-kun, small world.

Forest dwellings: Thanks! I try.

Inuphoria: Gasp! Inuyasha, a brain?! Now Sesshy really will have to speed it up! Hurry Sesshy-kun! Don't let your big fat head let Kagome slip!

The hitokiri battousai himura: I know, no viet signs, damness. But you did understand what I wrote without them right? Good. Ah! Chi muon di ngu cua! Figure that one out. ^_^

FluffyGurl101: Good news! He's probably going to come to his senses in the next chapter! (Does a little dance) Hope you do one too!

Princessbratt0: Thanks, that means a lot.

Blue-Saiyan-Angel: Ooooh good one! I have to put that in a future dream! Do you mind? Lol. Of course you wouldn't. Glad to hear from you so often! It's people like you who keep me going!

Dragon Rae: Thanks! I seem to really be good at writing enigmatic dreams, ne?

Siren10: Yes ma'am! I'll try to hurry up! Wah! But so hard!

Namaseke: Yes, Kagome will eventually tell Sess about her dream, but not the erotic ones, wink wink.

Iotathesweet: I'm sooo sorry I couldn't be your proof reader, but I think you're doing just great without one so far! I wish you good luck on that, and thanks for being a faithful reviewer!

REDWOLF: Yes, isn't he sweeter in this chapter? ^_^ I certainly thought so, just watch out for extreme fluffiness in the next chapter!

KITSUNE-chan3: lol. Just tell me where they are and I'll read them! Thank you for sticking it out. I love all my faithful reviewers!

Dog Demon: Patience is a virtue! I think they have it on sale at K-Mart. Lol. Just wait for it, `kay?

FaLLeNGodDesSoFtHeMoOn: I knew you'd love it, please review soon too!

Silver Fang13: lol. You're right, we don't want that now, do we? Always cool to hear from you.

Saria4: Thanks

Paige: Thank you! I'll be sure to keep it up, only for you!

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youkai_lover: Gee, you really think so?

AsianEyes: I'm glad you feel that way. Yeah, I felt like it would be way to weird and way to ooc if they fell in love right away.

Samantha: Wow! So honored! I can't believe it! Am I really your favorite author? I could dance on air, I think I will! (jumps off couch and lands painfully on my face) That was stupid. Did you read Blessed Curse also? If not, please do so!

Tsukitani: Yay! You reviewed! So glad, put is this out of sympathy? Oh well, what's important is that you're here! ^_^

Miko SnowGodess Me: Thank you so much! That was my intention.

Sundragon: Well, major fluffiness ahead!

Lady Sesshoumaru: Well, that explains a lot. Thanks for the info! And as always, I love reading your reviews!

Adorable akane: I'm on it.

Delilah: I know, wouldn't you just die to ride on Sess in his doggy form like that? I would!

(Sigh) I'm finally done. Now if everyone will excuse me, I have some AP History homework I've been neglecting to deal with.

Ja Ne! ^_~