The Grey Scale by Lady Kirara
An Uncanny Coincidence
An Uncanny Coincidence
Kagome’s look of sheer discomfort was not lost on Sesshoumaru, and he tried his best to put her mind at ease. “You look lovely, Kagome.”
A blush stained her cheeks and she nodded once, unable to hold eye contact for anything longer. Though his words provided some comfort Kagome couldn’t help it. She’d always been the type to dress to impress, but when she saw what some of the other women were wearing her insecurity reared its ugly head.
“I just need a minute. I’m sorry Sesshoumaru. I know you wouldn’t understand. Just– give me… 30 seconds.”
When Kagome turned tail and bounded towards the ladies room she missed the scowl he threw her. Her words, though he knew she meant nothing by them, had stung. The truth was he knew exactly how she felt.
A young Sesshoumaru paced back and forth with his hands behind his back. His eyes scanned everything and nothing all at once. His mother heaved a heavy sigh and bid him come. “Sesshoumaru dear, you’re fidgeting.”
“They are not my guests, why does father insist I speak to them.”
The Western Lady pulled him close. Rearranging his sash that had slipped out of place she confided, “One day you will rule these lands in your father’s place. When that time comes, these people will look to you to lead them. Treat them with kindness and someday they will fall at your feet to please you.”
She gave him a gentle kiss on the forehead and stood, taking her place beside him. “Come. They are waiting.”
When Kagome returned her nervousness had evaporated. “Are you ready?”
Sesshoumaru shook himself from his musing and smirked. Tucking an errant curl behind her ear, he offered her his arm a second time, leading her safely into the lion’s den.
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Prompt: Aria
Words: 300
Posted: 06.03.13
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