Mood Stripes 234: Delighted

Disclaimer: I do hereby disclaim all rights and responsibilities for the characters in this audacious adventure… especially for the one who cannot walk. A nod of recognition is bent towards Rumiko Takahashi for her creative prowess.

Chapter 234: Delighted

“Guess I don’t mind a wander.” Inuyasha tucked his hands into his sleeves and asked, “Which way?”

Sesshoumaru noted the care given to word choice. Not a walk. A wander. “Shishi may choose.”

Kohaku helped Kagome scramble onto Shishi’s back. Her delight reached Sesshoumaru in layers: saturating her scent, quickening her pulse, heightening her color, brightening the gaze that sought his, inviting him closer.

There should have been no hurry, but Sesshoumaru was behind her almost before he realized. Pressing and pulling until he was satisfied with their fit, he nudged her ear and softly inquired, “Does this please you?”

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Original Posting Date: March 5, 2021
Prompt: Wander, suggested by bella_ami
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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