Bittersweet Remembrances by Kitana Tsukino-hime

Of Milk & Other Things...

Disclaimer: Inuyasha belongs to Takahashi-san. I as the Authoress of BR make no claim to it.

Proverbial Challenge, 2014

Prompt: All the things that are white are not milk.

Word Count: 220

Week: March 20, 2014

Sesshomaru once more came back to himself as he heard Kagome's next words.

“It was at the time of our reunion that we learned the truth of a certain saying, right mate...?” Kagome asked, a wicked gleam in her eye.

“Yes, indeed.” Sesshomaru quipped.

As a chuckle broke from the Daiyoukai's chest. Hearing it's father's laughter the pup within Kagome's womb gave a nimble twist. As though to press closer and hear more of the sound.

“Our pup loves the sound of your laughter as much as I do, Sesshomaru.” Kagome said, gently.

“And only you shall ever hear it.” Sesshomaru replied in kind.

Flashback

Kagome awaited Sesshomaru in the Main Hall along with the Heads of Staff. Her eyes warmed as Sesshomaru walked in, making a beeline for her. Yet, she knew they must talk if he was to truly value her. And she be able to forgive him. Sesshomaru was both shocked and perplexed. The Citadel gleamed as though it was a newly polished diamond. And his General stood to the left of his mate.

These were things Sesshomaru would ponder later. As with one touch the pair became lost in each other.

“I guess it's true what they say... Kagome began, some time later on...

“All things white are not milk...”