The Snow Angel by SunsetMiko

The Past

Chapter 130 - The Past *Cursed Past* (Stella's Soundtrack Challenge)

Sesshoumaru gave his companions a tour of the palace, giving the servants time to prepare their rooms. He showed them everything from the throne room and great dining hall to the kitchens. All the while he was introducing them to the servants, ensuring that his staff knew that they were to be treated with the utmost respect. After a short tour, he led them back to the family wing, and each headed into their rooms to rest before dinner was served.

When they were alone in Sesshoumaru's chambers, Kagome wrapped her arms around the taiyoukai's neck and smiled up at him. "So, is it true?" she asked, her tone playful, which set his mind at ease. "Did you really work your way through the ladies at court?"

A smirk slowly spread across Sesshoumaru's face. "I had my share, centuries ago, when I was young," he confessed. "But I had not been with a woman for over two hundred years, until you. The position of Lord is very demanding, and I did not desire the annoyance of a demoness clinging to me in hopes of becoming my mate. I had no need for a mate, and so I did not pay much attention to them."

"But they still threw themselves at you, didn't they?"

"Indeed. But none caught my eye, and now I know why. I was waiting for you."

Kagome's smile widened. "Aren't you a romantic," she murmured before pressing her lips to his. When they separated, she studied him for a moment. "Did your mother really think that what you've done in the past would upset me?"

"Obviously. I am relieved that she failed."

"Well, I know how old you are. That would be a hell of a long time to be alone. In my time, people were surprised I was a virgin at seventeen. How could I possibly have thought you were one at over eight hundred? Ridiculous! Of course, I also wasn't expecting for it to have been that long."

Sesshoumaru chuckled. "Time moves differently for youkai, angel. A century can sometimes feel like less than a year. Especially during times of war."

"So, am I going to be running into these women you've been with?"

"Perhaps, from time to time, but most of the women I laid with left the palace when they realized they could not sway my attentions to them."

"Aww," Kagome said with an adorable pout. "And I was hoping to compare notes."

The taiyoukai's eyes widened, making her giggle. "You are not serious."

"No, but can you imagine your mother's reaction then? I already managed to shock her because I didn't burst into tears. Screwing with her might be fun." Kagome fell silent for a long moment before starting once more. "So, what kind of punishment did you have in mind for what she did to you?"

"I intend to banish her from the palace. I told her to find a new home in the West so I can keep watch over her and ensure she behaves. Why?"

"Well, I was thinking... Is she the only one who can do that spell?"

She watched as Sesshoumaru's smirk turned wicked. "No, she is not."