Disclaimer: I do hereby disclaim all rights and responsibilities for the characters in this audacious adventure… especially for the one in want of answers. A nod of recognition is bent towards Rumiko Takahashi for her creative prowess.
Chapter 95: Undimmed
She woke with a start, eyes wide and unseeing, but she calmed almost immediately. Recognition. He spoke into her ear. “What have you done?”
A tiny headshake. A faint hum.
He removed his hand from her mouth, revealing a smile.
“You’re feeling better,” she murmured, sounding entirely pleased.
Sesshoumaru barely smothered a growl. He pinned her so she would feel the rumble, know the threat. But her smile failed to dim.
He needed answers. “Why avoid me?”
“Something in your expression. It was pretty obvious that you didn’t want to talk to me.” She quietly added, “I’m glad that’s changed.”
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Original Posting Date: August 2, 2019
Prompt: Pin, suggested by Jen
Words: 100
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Summary: In the aftermath of the Final Battle, the victors lick their wounds and look ahead. However, a misspent wish on the Shikon-no-Tama changes minds, hearts, fates… and colors. SK. Canon Divergence. [Hurt/Comfort, Romance] Begins here. To scroll through archived chapters, use the Mood Stripes tag. And you’re always welcome to suggest a prompt.
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I love your stories on here! They are perfect to binge on every week or two. I enjoy rereading them and like to think about what could happen next!
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Ohhh…a break in that armor? He needs more of her smiles. Wonderful update. Cheers!
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