What Your Eyes Did to Me by SunsetMiko

Temptation

Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha. Inuyasha & co. belong to the illustrious Rumiko Takahashi. I do not profit from these fics.

8 - Temptation

*Head in the Clouds* (Stella's Soundtrack Challenge)

Kagome hummed softly to herself as she unpacked her things. One drawer full, she turned to grab more clothing, the bed catching her eye. Suddenly, she could see them, pale skin against black silk as they moved together. A wave of heat washed through her, and she forced her eyes away. Not having sex with Sesshoumaru was going to be hell, especially when that room brought back such pleasant memories.

Deciding she needed to get away from the bed for a moment, she quickly grabbed her hygiene items and headed into the bathroom. She held back a sigh as she noticed the shower, more memories flooding back. Remembering the way his beast had arranged her hands on the tiled wall, bent her over, and fucked her fast and hard, with such power and passion, had her dying for his touch again.

No matter what she did or where she looked, she was reminded of the taiyoukai in the next room, making her dinner. No man, not even Kouga, had ever gone to the trouble for her before. She tried her best to control her thoughts and get her head out of the clouds as she hurriedly finished unpacking her things. She had to find a way to control herself. This was her idea after all, and she was certain it was the right thing to do. She wanted nothing more than for their growing relationship to last, especially considering she was already bound to him, and they needed to build some sort of basis for it other than mind blowing, earth shattering sex.

- *Here to Stay* (Stella's Soundtrack Challenge)

Giving the pot on the stove one last stir, Sesshoumaru gave a small nod to himself. Everything was ready. It was time to go fetch the guest of honor. The dog demon swept silently down the hall, stopping in the bedroom doorway, his nose immediately alerting him to Kagome’s little situation. He breathed deeply and almost took a step into the room, intent on taking full advantage of her arousal.

Seeing one of her dresser drawers open snapped him back into control. This was not a one-time thing. This was a forever thing, and she was right. They needed to learn about each other and not just how Kagome loved it when he licked the back of her knee, and oh how she loved it. He found that he wanted to know every little thing about her, and if that meant no sex for a while, he could handle it. Sesshoumaru was determined to not need Inuyasha’s help again if he could possibly manage it.

Leaning comfortably against the doorframe, the taiyoukai smirked. She finished unpacking and had moved on to poking around, as any good woman would be compelled to do. It was amusing, seeing how she absolutely ached to open his drawers but fought against her nosy instinct. She studied the books on his nightstand, read the labels on the bottles atop his dresser, and ever so subtly ran her foot under the edge of the bed, wondering if he had anything hidden, he figured.

Deciding she had enough time and not wanting his carefully prepared dinner getting cold, Sesshoumaru cleared his throat, chuckling as Kagome jumped at the sound. “I didn’t interrupt anything, did I?” he asked in amusement while she glared at him, a brilliant blush staining her cheeks.

“No, nothing. Just looking around,” she said innocently.

“Well, my love, dinner is served.” He stepped into the room and held out a hand to her, his heart beating a little faster as she accepted it and allowed him to lead her out of the room. Her hand felt so right in his. He guided her to the dining room, pulling out her chair like a gentleman.

He popped out of her sight for a moment, and then reappeared next to her, making her laugh. “You do know you don’t have to rush, right? I’m not going anywhere.”

Sesshoumaru smirked at her, one fang peeking over his lip, as he set a salad in front of her. “This Sesshoumaru was unsure as to your dressing of choice, so…” He drew her attention to a long row of salad dressing bottles.

“Oh, Kami, did you buy one of every flavor they had?” she asked with a giggle, his smirk widening as he gave a nod. “That is too cute.” She looked over the selection before deciding. “Ranch, please.” She felt a little guilty as she added the last part. “It’s the only kind I like, really. I hope you like a lot of variety.”

He could smell her guilt and caught her chin gently, turning her head to face him. “I am happy so long as you are. How else am I to learn your favorites?”

“You could ask…”

“Yes, but then you would have been aware of what this Sesshoumaru was planning, ruining the surprise.”

- *The World's Last Sagacious Period* (Stella's Soundtrack Challenge)

After dinner was finished, Kagome and Sesshoumaru did the dishes together. It felt so very right, so domestic, as if they were an old married couple following the same routine they had for decades. It was amazing just how right it felt, standing there beside him, handing him the dishes she rinsed for him to place in the dishwasher. It made the miko calm somewhat about their situation. They would find a way to make everything work. They had to because it felt as if they were destined to be together. Everything would be all right, even though it would be incredibly difficult to keep their hands off of one another for the foreseeable future.

"So," Kagome started nervously. "How are we handling the sleeping situation?"

"I told you, I am more than happy to sleep on the couch if it would make you more comfortable."

The miko shook her head. "I can't ask you to ride the couch in your own house. I'll sleep out here."

"Absolutely not," Sesshoumaru said. There was no way the love of his life was sleeping on the couch if he could prevent it. Sure, it was a comfortable couch, but that wasn't the point. She deserved the best, and he was determined to make sure she got it.

"Is there a guest room?" 

The taiyoukai shook his head. There were other rooms, yes, but none equipped with a bed. He wasn't one for guests, especially not overnight guests, and so he had never seen the point in a guest room.

"Well, do you think we can sleep in the same bed and not... you know?" Kagome asked with a blush that heated the taiyoukai's blood.

"We can try," he said with a smirk. He knew she was right, that they needed to date and get to know one another, but his desire to be with her was nearly overwhelming, despite all the sex they had over the last two days. Two months of painful separation left him with the need to be with her at every opportunity. Still, he was a master of self-control, and he was determined to do as they had agreed. He could sleep beside her, he was sure of it. "Everything will be fine."

Kagome smiled brightly at him. "I was thinking of taking a bath before bed. Is that okay?" The large Jacuzzi tub was calling to her to give it a try, and she couldn't resist.

"You do not have to ask," he told her. "This is now your home, too. You can do whatever you please."

"Okay then!" Kagome skipped happily into the bathroom, only closing the door partially. She started the water to fill the tub while familiarizing herself with the controls. She grabbed her book and set it on the ledge. She didn't bother with bathing supplies, as she didn't need to wash. She only wanted to soak some of the stress from her body, and she had a feeling the massaging jets would do wonders.

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Sesshoumaru sat on the bed and picked up a book of his own. It was torture knowing that she was going to be naked and wet in the other room. He fantasized enough times about taking her in that tub that he could picture her at that moment, sinking into the heated water with a soft moan. How he wanted to be with her, but he knew if he joined her they would end up having mind-blowing sex and breaking their promise to hold off on the physical side of their relationship for a while as they got to know one another better. He forced his eyes to the page and read the words slowly, trying to keep his mind from wandering.

- *Drizzle* (Stella's Soundtrack Challenge)

Kagome was submerged up to her chin, her arms holding the book over her face safely out of the water. The miko rubbed her thighs together and sighed before closing the novel and setting it aside. She hadn't expected it to be quite so graphic and now she was in a bit of a pickle. She was thankful she was in the tub because otherwise, Sesshoumaru would have already sensed her arousal. Why did she have to pick a romance novel anyway? She should have known better.

Unable to get out of the bath yet, she turned the hot water on, just a drizzle, to keep the water from going cold on her. Without her permission, her hand found its way between her legs. She circled her clit with the pad of one finger and squirmed, biting back a moan. She quickly moved her hand away. She couldn't masturbate with Sesshoumaru in the next room. It was wrong! She knew he would be more than willing to help her with her problem, which was a problem in and of itself. They weren't supposed to be having sex, and she refused to seduce him into breaking his word.

Still, the need was overwhelming, and the miko was soon touching herself again. She hoped the hum of the water jets would be enough to keep him from discovering what she was doing. She dipped two fingers inside her body while grinding her palm against her clit, and she bit her lip to stay silent. How she ached to have him inside of her once more. He could wring orgasm after orgasm from her willing body like he memorized the manual, and she found that her own touch was nothing but disappointing. Kagome sighed heavily and suddenly a naughty idea struck her.

She shifted slightly in the tub until her pussy was just in front of one of the jets. She shifted until the water pounded her clit and soon she was soaring towards a powerful climax. She covered her mouth with her hand to stay quiet and bit down on her palm as she came. Her body shook violently in the aftermath as she tried to catch her breath. She rearranged her body into a more natural soaking position and allowed herself to come down. Once she was sure she was presentable, she rose and stepped out of the tub. The miko dried her body and hair slowly before walking into the bedroom in search of pajamas.

*Light My Fire* (Stella's Soundtrack Challenge)

Sesshoumaru had to swallow a seductive growl as Kagome entered the room and began looking through one of her drawers. She looked so good, wrapped only in a towel, her damp hair clinging to her body. She shot him a smile, and he smiled back. "You are welcome to sleep naked," he purred as she pulled pajamas from the drawer.

"While it would be comfortable," she replied, "I don't think it's a good idea." The miko fought down the guilt of what she had done without him as she headed back into the bathroom to dress. She refused to tempt him by dressing in front of him. Having their bodies pressed together all night would be temptation enough.

When she returned to the bedroom, this time brushing her hair, Sesshoumaru decided now was a good time to discuss something he had been considering all day. "Where would you like to go on our dates?" he asked her.

"I'm not really sure. What did you have in mind?"

The taiyoukai began listing possibilities while Kagome climbed into her side of the bed. She snuggled close as they discussed their options and after a short while, she drifted off to sleep. Sesshoumaru smiled at her as he clicked off his light and pulled her even closer. She had a long day, and he couldn't find it in himself to be offended that she had fallen asleep in the middle of their conversation. They had all the time in the world together now, and they could talk about it in the morning.