Mood Stripes 265: Elusive

Disclaimer: I do hereby disclaim all rights and responsibilities for the characters in this audacious adventure… especially for the one whose nose is back in working order. A nod of recognition is bent towards Rumiko Takahashi for her creative prowess.

Chapter 265: Elusive

“Hey. What…?” Inuyasha hesitated, unsure he should focus too closely on the scents filling the den. More softly, he asked, “What did you do?”

Sesshoumaru’s eyebrows lifted. “You do not know about such things…?”

“Keh.” His cheeks began to burn. “I know enough.”

“Which part eludes you?”

“The why… I guess.” Inuyasha glanced at Kagome. “Why you?”

His brother took his time answering. “Perhaps it was the wish.”

“Nah. Can’t be.”

Sesshoumaru blinked.

“Kagome isn’t so easily influenced. You either.” Maybe that was part of it. “Guess she sees something in you she didn’t find in the rest.”

“The… rest?”

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Original Posting Date: September 3, 2021
Prompt: Focus, suggested by ladytomoe
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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6 thoughts on “Mood Stripes 265: Elusive

  1. Pingback: Mood Stripes 264: Faint – FORTHRIGHT

  2. LOLOLOL! Peaked his interest…she may be innocent but others have vied for her attention. Poor Inuyasha, his senses come back and he is bombarded.

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  3. Pingback: Mood Stripes 266: Sparkly – FORTHRIGHT

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