Inuyasha, "Some Dreams Fade Anew" Sesshoumaru/Kagome
Fandom: Inuyasha
Title: Some Dreams Fade Anew
Chapter Title: Can't Be Alone Now
Author: Paynesgrey
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Drama/Romance
Universe: AU
Prompt: "yearn" theme at dokuga_contest
Claim: "longing" for 30shards
Warnings: some violence
Notes: This is also going to be part of my new claim at 30shards. This is part ten of my "Some Dreams" serialization. You may need to read previous installments to understand what's going on.
Summary: After they meet again for the anniversary of her husband's death, Kagome can no longer deny Sesshoumaru's offer to take care of her, especially when someone starts to threaten her life. AU. Serialization. Kagome x Sesshoumaru.
Other Links: Dokuga | FFnet
Previous Chapter
Some Dreams Fade Anew
Chapter Ten: Can't Be Alone Now
When Sesshoumaru brought her home from the police station, Kagome felt exhausted from the day. First, they were almost killed in an assassination attempt, and then they had to deal with the police. Having Kikyou as the HMS officer on her case made the day seem extra worse than it already was.
Sesshoumaru stood on her porch as she searched her bag for the keys to her apartment. She could sense him watching her, and she wondered with all that had gone on today, if it was wise to let him inside.
Truthfully, she wasn’t really in the mood to advance their relationship. Of course, he cared for her deeply, and she welcomed his role in her life right now.
Still, she didn’t want him to get the wrong idea if she did invite him inside. Though, it wasn’t like she didn’t want to eventually become intimate with him, but Kagome knew that right now, she wasn’t ready; though, she yearned for his continued company. Truth be told, she felt almost selfish for wanting him to come inside and just hold her after the reality of recent events.
“Kagome, you seem lost in thought,” he said, breaking the silence. He must have sensed the gears turning wildly in her head. Should or shouldn’t she ask him in? She felt her face go hot, and she looked awkwardly at the ground.
“I don’t think I can be alone tonight,” she told him. It wasn’t a request, just an honest feeling. She braved looking into his eyes to gauge his reaction. His gaze seemed to burn into her, trying to read her intentions. “I’m tired, and I’m feel like I’m shaking, like I’m so out of my league here.”
“With me?” He frowned, and Kagome hoped he didn’t get the wrong impression.
“Not as you think, more like...I don’t know. My life is changing, and it’s scary, and usually Inuyasha protected me, but he’s not here. And now there’s you...” she rambled, but he suddenly stepped forward and pulled her into a comforting embrace.
“I will be the one to protect you now, Kagome,” he said resolutely, and Kagome instantly melted against him. Then, she made a tough decision, one she knew she would not regret.
She pulled away to approach him confidently and asked, “Sesshoumaru, won’t you come in tonight?”
Unexpectedly, her heart cheered when he nodded in response.
Chapter Eleven
Title: Some Dreams Fade Anew
Chapter Title: Can't Be Alone Now
Author: Paynesgrey
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Drama/Romance
Universe: AU
Prompt: "yearn" theme at dokuga_contest
Claim: "longing" for 30shards
Warnings: some violence
Notes: This is also going to be part of my new claim at 30shards. This is part ten of my "Some Dreams" serialization. You may need to read previous installments to understand what's going on.
Summary: After they meet again for the anniversary of her husband's death, Kagome can no longer deny Sesshoumaru's offer to take care of her, especially when someone starts to threaten her life. AU. Serialization. Kagome x Sesshoumaru.
Other Links: Dokuga | FFnet
Previous Chapter
Some Dreams Fade Anew
Chapter Ten: Can't Be Alone Now
When Sesshoumaru brought her home from the police station, Kagome felt exhausted from the day. First, they were almost killed in an assassination attempt, and then they had to deal with the police. Having Kikyou as the HMS officer on her case made the day seem extra worse than it already was.
Sesshoumaru stood on her porch as she searched her bag for the keys to her apartment. She could sense him watching her, and she wondered with all that had gone on today, if it was wise to let him inside.
Truthfully, she wasn’t really in the mood to advance their relationship. Of course, he cared for her deeply, and she welcomed his role in her life right now.
Still, she didn’t want him to get the wrong idea if she did invite him inside. Though, it wasn’t like she didn’t want to eventually become intimate with him, but Kagome knew that right now, she wasn’t ready; though, she yearned for his continued company. Truth be told, she felt almost selfish for wanting him to come inside and just hold her after the reality of recent events.
“Kagome, you seem lost in thought,” he said, breaking the silence. He must have sensed the gears turning wildly in her head. Should or shouldn’t she ask him in? She felt her face go hot, and she looked awkwardly at the ground.
“I don’t think I can be alone tonight,” she told him. It wasn’t a request, just an honest feeling. She braved looking into his eyes to gauge his reaction. His gaze seemed to burn into her, trying to read her intentions. “I’m tired, and I’m feel like I’m shaking, like I’m so out of my league here.”
“With me?” He frowned, and Kagome hoped he didn’t get the wrong impression.
“Not as you think, more like...I don’t know. My life is changing, and it’s scary, and usually Inuyasha protected me, but he’s not here. And now there’s you...” she rambled, but he suddenly stepped forward and pulled her into a comforting embrace.
“I will be the one to protect you now, Kagome,” he said resolutely, and Kagome instantly melted against him. Then, she made a tough decision, one she knew she would not regret.
She pulled away to approach him confidently and asked, “Sesshoumaru, won’t you come in tonight?”
Unexpectedly, her heart cheered when he nodded in response.
Chapter Eleven