Mood Stripes 189: Purposeful

Disclaimer: I do hereby disclaim all rights and responsibilities for the characters in this audacious adventure… especially for the one who’s getting personal. A nod of recognition is bent towards Rumiko Takahashi for her creative prowess.

Chapter 189: Purposeful

Softly, Kagome gave the only answer he’d accept. “I will try.”

It was easier once she closed her eyes, but far from simple. This was no daydream. Not when the path her thoughts took was so purposeful. He is brave. He is beautiful. Anyone would agree.

“No.” He was closer than she’d expected.

Kagome opened her eyes. He is brave. He is beautiful. I know this firsthand.

“Nearly,” he breathed.

Magenta gentled into mauve, and she dared to hope for pink. Please be pink for me.

“This.” He shifted closer, sniffed lightly. “It is not unpleasant. I will allow it.”

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Original Posting Date: September 15, 2020
Prompt: Mauve, suggested by Sylv
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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