Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi & Nessy)
<h1 id="title">Elliquiy Role Playing Forums</h1>
		<h2 id="linktree">Play-By-Post: Bondage, D/s, S&amp;M =&gt; Bondage: Human Solos =&gt; Topic started by: Tachi on 21-07-2009, 03:16:49</h2>
		<dl id="posts">
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>21-07-2009, 03:16:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru awoke suddenly, but didn’t physically react at first, taking a breath as he slowly calmed his body. Then, after a moment, he opened his eyes and sat up, brushing his sweaty bangs out of his eyes. He had had that dream again, the one with Inuyasha.<br><br><em>Panting, he clung to the sheets, his nails digging in and starting to tear. He was rocked forward lightly in a constant motion and above him a strong chest was pressed against his back. Sweat dripped down his skin. <br><br>He could feel the man’s long hair spilling over onto him and mingling with his own.<br><br>Looking back, he heard his lover panting into his ear and when their eyes met it felt so right that they belonged to Inuyasha. The half-breed felt so good inside him and he cried out when his erection was touched, whimpering slightly. Without words their lips met and they moaned into each other’s mouths.<br><br>It felt so good; he knew he was about to come. Sesshoumaru wanted Inuyasha to bite him and claim him as his. It was an instinctual urge that made his own fangs itch to be imbedded in his neck. It felt so right, like this was the way it was always meant to be. </em><br><br>His own robes were soiled; a testament to how much he had enjoyed the dream. Sesshoumaru couldn’t comprehend why it was his brother he was thinking about and not another, but the man had been haunting him since their last encounter. Fighting father’s enemy together…was a situation neither of them would have thought possible.<br><br>It had been instinctual when he had blocked Inuyasha from receiving an attack, but now he had to wonder if there wasn’t something more to it. His dreams and his body were telling him he wanted him, but his mind was reluctant. He was a half-breed but Sesshoumaru could no longer say that Inuyasha was weak. He had more than proven himself.<br><br>Being a lord, he was stubborn at best and refused to submit to anyone, but what happened in the bedroom was his own private affair. Inuyasha would have to prove himself though. Sesshoumaru would not just submit to everyone and if he grew too weak then he would take charge.<br><br>Standing up, he removed his robe and left it for the servants to fetch later. For now he walked to the bathes as he was, giving a courtesy sniff to make sure Rin wasn’t in the area. She was the only one he would worry about seeing him.<br><br>Something needed to be decided about his half-brother. These dreams would only continue as they had for the past few months and ignoring them did him no good. This issue needed to be confronted head on, and in order to do that he needed to see him. Sesshoumaru was too proud to admit that he needed anyone, but he didn’t want to ignore this.<br><br>Sinking into the bath, he sighed and closed his eyes. When he was ready he was going to go looking for his brother and settle this. Maybe in seeing him these feelings he had would go away.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>21-07-2009, 03:53:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha walked down the road slowly, his hands tucked inside his red robes, sword at his hips and thoughts distant. His ears flickered now and then, and he sniffed the air for scents of an enemy, but the coast was clear. A few humans by the river maybe, his ears twitched, and horse and wagon heading away from him. Kagome had gone home, and they all had separated for a little while at least. The shards were recovered but Naraku had escaped and remained missing. He had to a bone to pick with that fiend, and he wasn’t alone. Miroku, Sango, Shippo even Sesshomaru all had reason to find Naraku, but only Inuyasha continued the search. Kagome, she would return again somehow, he could feel it, hit his quest for his enemy began to wane for other reasons. In his heart, he wondered, hesitantly because the idea seemed so absurd, if he might go home for a little while. <br><br>It was a silly idea really. He didn’t have a home to return to, not like the others. His gold eyes narrowed a little. Although he should have had a place to return to, but it seemed Fate was a cruel mistress to half-breed. He kicked a rock, angrily, ears laid back a little. He’d have a home, one day, so until then he would continue looking, towards the mountains where the villagers mentioned some foul demon preyed on travelers seeking the pass.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>21-07-2009, 06:50:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				A few hours later Sesshoumaru had gathered everything he needed, having told Jaken to get Rin ready, and was now leaving the castle with his entourage in tow. When Sesshoumaru wanted something he didn't like waiting for it to come to him, not when it was opportune to go after it himself. He left Aa-Un to Jaken as usually and took off in the direction that was calling to him.<br><br>Although he wouldn't admit it he had always instinctively known where his little brother was. He had tried to ignore it at times, but when he listened it always steered him right. The implications that that gave had been something he hadn't wanted to think about, but with paired with the dreams there was no doubt that the two were connected.<br><br>When he saw Inuyasha he would know what all of this meant. His sense of smell was one of his strongest senses and it would tell him what all of this meant. Perhaps he would receive a reprieve from these dreams, or perhaps he would receive something else entirely.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>21-07-2009, 07:41:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha built a fire and cooked some fish, pressing them into the soil to let them sizzle on their own. It was strange really, how bare the camp felt without the others. He snorted a little, laughing at himself. He had been on his own before. Most his life really, he’d been little more than a rogue. Until her, and well then her, nonsense. He stood suddenly, shouting at no one. “I don’t need them. Any of them…” Although he wanted to be around them and would one day.<br><br>He could have continued to brood longer but he turned his head, and sniffed the air. A familiar scent was in the air. He glowered at the sky. “I know you are out there!” He jumped around a bit, climbing a tree trying to catch sight of who he knows is coming. He didn’t’ draw his sword just yet. The last time he saw his brother, they’d been talking to the spirit of their father and then parted as they always parted at the end of one of their battles, with nothing settled.&nbsp; Well he supposed this time it was a little different, this last time they fought together. <br><br>“Sesshomaru, show yourself!” It was a brash demand, but he made it just the same, not expecting any sort of obedience of course.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>21-07-2009, 08:40:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru's ears focused in as he heard a shout. That along with the scent let him know that he was undoubtedly close by. His brother had come to see him, or at least that's what he chose to believe. Perhaps his subconscious had guided him here just as his had coerced him.<br><br>As he came closer he told Rina and Jaken to wait, moving forward on his own. He wasn't surprised when he heard the hanyou yelling at him already, but didn't speed up. Once he was close enough he stood in the gap between the trees and looked up at him, not drawing his sword to attack. Sesshoumaru hadn't intended to fight this time, though it usually turned out that way.<br><br>It was Inuyasha's first move that would set the course for their encounter. Sesshoumaru was proud and would not admit to anything, especially if his brother was disrespectful as he usually was.<br><br>As he waited he took in a deep sniff of his scent. It was addicting as it hadn't been before and it solidified his earlier theory. Finally admitting it he let the words form in his mind. <em>Inuyasha is my mate.</em>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>21-07-2009, 09:10:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha felt oddly confident, even when Sesshomaru stood there so calm and collected, tall in between those trees and their shadows, shadows cast by a bright moon and endless amount of stars. It was strange really. He didn’t feel the need to draw a sword and fight him, not yet. Maybe it was because his human friends were not with him, not in danger should his half-brother reveal again his disdain for nearly everyone he encountered. <br><br>Straightening his chin, he approached Sesshomaru slowy, his words abrupt. “I could smell you coming.” It was an obvious statement to make and might even imply that the dog demon’s scent was unpleasant when it was not. The scent he was referring to was, well familiar and even faint. It used to bring with it such a sense of dread and pain and hate. His brother tormented him for being alive, and yet the last time they met, he’d learn something about his past and his family, family that now only included Sesshomaru. He wiggled his nose a little, unhappy. It was easier to just hate him than try to figure things out.&nbsp; He still couldn’t trust him. Inuyasha knew that much.&nbsp; He’d be a fool to think otherwise. “Why are you here Sesshomaru? Don’t you have lands to look after and that… girl?” Rin was her name, he thought. Yes, that girl that early on seemed to indicate his brother was not the same creature whose arm he had sliced off defending Kagome, the one that had desired the Tetsusaiga so much he even aligned himself with that garbage, Naraku.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>21-07-2009, 09:45:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Being here does not hinder this Sesshoumaru from doing either." He said cooly, his aristocratic tone the same as it usually was. His desires and feelings for him may have changed from last time but there was no telling if Inuyasha's had as well. By him not immediately attacking, however, he knew that at least something had changed.<br><br>It was hard to believe now that this was the same man he had dreamed had been on top of him. However, it was hard to deny. He knew his brother's scent was that of his mates, the only problem was that he doubted Inuyasha was aware of it. There had been no one there to teach him how to recognize these signs.<br><br>"Why are you so close to my lands?" It couldn't be a coincidence that he was here. Had he wanted to return to his homeland, or was there something more to it? He wanted to be given something to work with.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>21-07-2009, 10:04:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha walked forward, almost as if he dared Sesshomaru to confront him, and maybe he was daring him. He wanted to know if this was some sort of act, some sort of attempt to get Inuyasha to lower his guard. Maybe his guard was down a little, but not completely.&nbsp; “These are your lands? I hadn’t really noticed.” He didn’t really, although if he had thought about it enough the familiarity might have been more obvious. “Not that it is any of your business, but I heard there was a demon or something in the mountain bothering humans. For all I know it is one of your lackeys.” That was a lie. He knew it wasn’t. It would be beneath Sesshomaru to use a lower demon to do his bidding, or even bother with humans.&nbsp; He only did those things when he was trying to get the sword from Inuyasha.<br><br>He looked behind Sesshomaru, wondering where they were, his two pets. They were near, but then again, his half-brother had an uncanny ability to know when they were in trouble.&nbsp; The half-demon stood about an arm’s length from his brother, his gold eyes intent upon Sesshomaru’s face.&nbsp; Always so controlled, Inuyasha wondered would it be like to break such resolve. <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>21-07-2009, 10:26:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru knew Inuyasha was just putting up a front, but even in acting it sent a shot of desire through him. There was no way he couldn't have smelled it as soon as they entered. He wanted Inuyasha rough and dominant, to prove that he was worth enough to top this Sesshoumaru. To hear that he was after a demon pestering humans was a disappointment. There was no truth in the rest of his words though and they both knew it.<br><br>They were so close now that his smell was really starting to get to him. He wanted to touch him and initiate something between them. Rin and Jaken were far enough away for them not to hear, so that was no reason to stop him. Still, he was not one to act like a common whore.<br><br>Taking action he pushed Inuyasha against a tree suddenly, keeping him there with a hand on his throat, though it was not as harsh as it could have been. Keeping him there he looked into his eyes for a long moment, his face unreadable.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>21-07-2009, 10:50:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha didn’t fight Sesshomaru just yet. He still wanted to know what he was playing at, why he was here? He narrowed his eyes, gritting his teeth a moment, his own claws out though he did not go for the taller demon, not yet. There was something different about this. He sniffed the air, finding unfamiliar scents in the air. “Going to poison me with your claws huh?” He taunted while gathering his bearings.&nbsp; One on one, without motivation and without their weapons, Sesshomaru was stronger, but with his sword and someone to protect, he was unstoppable, or at least that is how he approached the impossible.<br><br>“Except you forgot to use your claws right?” Inuyasha moved then, quickly, grabbing his wrist and twisting away from his half-brother, using his strength to turn things around though when he was finished, he had his the back of Sesshomaru’s neck to press him against the tree.&nbsp; “What is this Sesshomaru? You came looking for me. Why did you come looking for me? And why are you holding back?” Too many questions, too many possibilities, Inuyasha breathed heavily, waiting, expecting an answer from someone who rarely gave them in the past.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>21-07-2009, 22:37:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru's eyes narrowed further, not at Inuyasha's taunts, for he was used to them, but at his move against him. Like it or not, he was lord of these lands and he would not simply submit to anyone, especially not his half-breed brother. Just because he was his mate didn't mean he'd go easy on him. This too was instinctual.<br><br>"This Sesshoumaru will never submit to a weak half-breed." Inuyasha would have to prove himself to him. Although he had beaten him in the past, this was a different sort of battle and the previous didn't count. Neither of them would be allowed to hold back.<br><br>Striking back with his poison claws, he easily escaped Inuyasha's hold and immediately went after him, giving him little time to prepare for the next attack.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 01:34:47</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“Submit?” Inuyasha barely had a chance to avoid the poisoned claws that came rushing at him. He jumped back several dozen feet, crouching lowly. His fingers itched to draw his sword. Maybe he should draw Tetsusaiga; it always kept his brother at bay before. He was sure, but Sesshomaru might even fear the sword on some level. “Don’t like taking your own medicine?” Inuyasha shouted, rubbing his neck a little where his half-brother had held him. “And what do you mean by submit? Who said anything about submitting? And did you mean submit to me?” <br><br>Okay, so Sesshomaru probably found his constant questioning annoying but Inuyasha wanted answers. His finger touched the hilt of the sword, but he didn’t draw the blade, not yet and continue hoping from one place to another, avoid the attacks. <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 02:09:10</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha was a fool if he couldn't see the situation for what it was. Still he was hesitating and that would not win him any points with him, though on some level it told him that once together he would be reluctant to betray him at best. This was not a time for talk and so he did not answer him. He was not one to make things easy for his little brother.<br><br>Sesshoumaru may only have one arm but that did not hinder him much, if at all. It actually only served to let his opponents underestimate him. They though him to be crippled, but only Inuyasha did not think him weaker for it.<br><br>Using his superior speed he appeared behind Inuayasha and use his momentum against him, still only grazing him lightly as he moved to dodge the attack. Pausing for a moment they stood at a minor standstill, each watching the other and measuring their next attack. Although it was not needed, Sesshoumaru wanted to change form and attack him as he truly was: a lord dog demon.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 05:35:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				At this point, Inuyasha was completely confused as to what this was about. It could be that Sesshomaru was after his sword again, but it seemed different somehow. One thing was clear though, fending off this older demon was not going to make him go away. Sesshomaru was here for a reason, and until that reason was satisfied, they’d have to fight. <br><br>“Fine. You want to fight Sesshomaru, we’ll fight.” Inuyasha drew his sword and glowered at his opponent for a moment, wielding the hefty sword between them. His eyes narrowed ever so slightly, determination coloring his gold eyes and curling his lips to a slight smile. Oh, he was compassionate enough, not monstrous at all under normal circumstances, but he did enjoy a good fight. This time, when he moved forward, he fought with his all his might, fierce and quick with the swipes of his sword. He didn’t need to hold back with Sesshomaru, hell he probably shouldn’t.&nbsp; Whatever brought this Lord of the Western Lands to him, it wasn’t for chit chat. Naturally, that didn’t’ keep Inuyasha from talking as they fought. “If wanted another pounding, you should have just said so Sesshomaru!”<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 06:13:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				As soon as his brother drew tetsaiga, he had tokijin in his hand, parrying off his attack and coming back for more. He knew Inuyasha's techniques but that did not mean he'd be able to avoid all of them. Still he would not just hand him an opening and fought with the desire to beat him. It wouldn't be the same if he went easy on him and allowed him to win. He couldn't accept such a defeat.<br><br>Tokijin was forged with a hatred for Inuyasha and therefore was more powerful when used against him, desiring his blood to be spilled. Not wasting anytime he used the Kenatsu technique, which was tokijin's version of the wind scar, sending needles of his power straight at Inuyasha. This technique had overpowered the wind scar at one time, during the battle with Moryumaru.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 06:44:35</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Their swords clanged together several times as Inuyasha moved quickly and erratically. It wasn’t as if he was trying to be chaotic about his attacks, he just wasn’t as precise and calculated at Sesshomaru, nor should he be. His brother was faster. They both knew that. These fights always seemed to end in draw anyways, but that didn’t stop Inuyasha from fighting back with all his might. He spread his legs a slammed his sword down hard, using the Wind Scar attack, confident despite its one failure, that it would overcome that evil sword, Tokjin. “You are becoming predictable Sesshomaru! And you smell… different.” Okay so that wasn’t so much a taunt as a statement , as the power of their two attacks sent his hair and robes flying, and the leaves rustling around them. If his plan worked, and he fended off the attack, everything behind him would be destroyed anyway.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 07:22:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru and Inuyasha had fought many times by now and knew each other's techniques well. Inuyasha's shouts were also becoming predictable, as was his confusion over his scent. It bothered him that he could not recognize what his change in smell meant and that, in effect, he could not tell that they were meant to be mates.<br><br>"You are a fool to not even know what it means." Their yokai mingled together and fought for dominance. Inuyasha had won frequently before and the only time the kenatsu had beaten the wind scar was was when he had been feeding off his anger. He wasn't angry enough with the half breed to match what he had felt then. Following up his attack before it finished he moved to strike Inuyasha as he deflected his previous attack.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 07:46:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha sneered, leaping upward and to the side, bouncing off a tree and then jumping to another, using the branches and leaves to slow his brother down. “Oh and why is that? Because I had a father or a brother who were around to tell me these thing? Oh right, you must have forgotten about that little detail.” The next time Sesshomaru&nbsp; moved in closer, he kept his arm with his sword extended and used his claws instead to rake across Sesshomaru’s chest, mostly catching cloth but possibly finding flesh.<br><br>Then, he did something a bit reckless and careless, but it felt right. That was the only way he could describe it. He threw his body into Sesshomaru, wanting to knock him to the ground, get him underneath him. That seemed important, but again, he wasn’t sure why it would be.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 08:05:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru was not sorry for how he had treated his brother. He still believe his reactions to have been just for the time they had been given. Things were different now and their relationship was different, but growing up as brothers would not have made this situation easier. With Inuyasha's human values it might have made it harder if they had acted like true family.<br><br>The leaves were barely a distraction for him and his claws only barely scratched him, but he hadn't expected Inuyasha to bodily knock him to the ground. It was what he wanted and there was some hope in it that he was finally listening to his instincts and starting to understand, at least a bit, just what was happening between them.<br><br>Still, the hanyou would have to force him to submit, and with a growl he moved Tokijin. Inuyasha had to react fast or he would be stabbed with the demonic sword.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 08:19:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha felt mostly sorrow and resentment and pain for his childhood, but those feelings hardly surfaced even as he voiced the accusation in anger. It did make him angry, to hear Sesshomaru talk to him about things he barely understood, not by choice but by circumstances of birth, by just being a half-breed. When they hit the ground, Inuyasha was breathing quickly and stunned that his plow had worked. They were, in fact, tumbling on the ground. If it weren’t for the swords and their natural weapons, this could almost be wrestling match, but then Tokijin was moving towards him again, seeking its prey, forcing Inuyasha to make a decision. He would have to get off Sesshomaru and let this battle start anew or maybe… Quickly, Inuyasha rolled, to the side but did not get off entirely. That probably meant the blade would cut him, but it also meant Sesshomaru would follow through with his attack, which is what he wanted.&nbsp; <br><br>As soon as the right moment presented itself, Inuyasha leaned forward, nuzzling his way through that long, free flowing silver hair until the back of his neck and partial shoulder was exposed. It didn’t make sense really, to go for that spot, but he did it anyway.&nbsp; He bit down on that smooth skin, and growled, a deep, angry sound. “Stop!”<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 08:30:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru was distracted by having Inuyasha so close and on top of him but managed to focus instead on the battle. That was, however, until he nuzzled his way close and bit him. A bit could mean many things; a warning to an unruly pup, a sign of comfort, or, between mates, a sign of possession and a claim that whatever negative emotion they were feeling didn't matter because they were there to protect them.<br><br>That alone, along with the instinctual urge to obey and not harm his mate, caused him to halt his attack. The way his voice vibrated through his skin and the sound of his growl made him shiver, almost unnoticably. This is what he had been subconsciously wanting and he needed Inuyasha to take it further.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 08:48:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha blinked, baffled. It worked. It shouldn’t have worked but it did. He’d been prepared to take the brunt of Sesshomaru’s attack. He’d done it before, taken a lot of attacks that some thought would kill him. Hell, Sesshomaru’s claws had impaled him on a number of occasions. Slowly he let go, but the growling, that continued despite his best efforts. It served as a warning he thought, but also something else. Carefully, he ran his hand down Sesshomaru’s arm until his claws dug into his brother’s wrist , drawing blood. “Drop the sword Sesshomaru,” he whispered and then snaked out his tongue to run along the bite. It was not a very deep bite, not really but there was a little blood there, it tasted salty and interesting on his tongue.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 09:08:12</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It wasn't the command or even the growl that made him obey, it was his own desire to let the battle end and see where this took them. Still, he wasn't one to remain docile and sat up halfway as Inuyasha licked off his blood. He did not start fighting him again yet, but he did growl back at his continual hold of tetsaiga. There was no need for weapons between them right now.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 09:30:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				That Sesshomaru obeyed him, for whatever reason, was less important to Inuyasha then the sound his half-brother made. It was so primal, so animal so unlike the ever proper, every calm Sesshomaru he knew it. It sent heat waves through his veins.&nbsp; His ears twitched a little, his senses seemed heightened though he was not, at first, certain what Sesshomaru was telling him. He leaned back a little, knees straddling the strong body beneath him. It was then he even remembered he had his sword in hand. He might have been able to kill him then, but he didn’t want to. He stopped wanting to for awhile now, maybe he never did even though he knew Sesshomaru wanted him dead early on.<br><br>Cautiously, he set the sword away, but not too far, just in case.&nbsp; He reached out and lightly ran his fingers over Sesshomaru’s fur, feeling the softness beneath his palm and between his fingers.&nbsp; “Everything about us, says you should win… but you don’t do you Sesshomaru? You never do.”<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 09:40:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru was well aware that he wasn't acting like his normal self, as he was supposed to as a lord and ruler of the western lands. This had nothing to do with status though, not outside who was the dominant and who was the submissive. It would have no effect over his ruling and he would continue once this was settled.<br><br>His growling stopped as the sword was given up, and grew acutely aware of every movement Inuyasha made. He could attack and easily overpower him, but he didn't want it. He wanted his half-brother on top of him as much as mind might reject it. Now that their fighting was over he gave his brother the first real answer he had possibly ever given him.<br><br>"It wasn't meant to be that way." It used to enrage him whenever his brother won over him, but now he understood it. Subconsciously he always held back, even if just a little, and could never bring himself to kill the hanyou. Subconsciously he had never wanted him dead.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 10:33:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It was strange, how Sesshomaru watched him like that but remained beneath him, strange too was the answer given. “That is what you meant by submit,” Inuyasha whispered. He was not fool even though others, like Kagome, would say otherwise. His ears twitched again, making him look young and curious. Really, he was both of those things just now, just studying his brother. He hadn’t really had a chance to be this close to Sesshomaru when not in battle in so long, he wasn’t sure it ever happened before. Carefully he reached out and ran his fingers over those dark, purple stripes and then his half-moon. Then he leaned forward, close enough so he could run his tongue along the curve of a pointed ear. “You… you came looking for me for this.”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 10:43:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru held still as Inuyasha touched him, not used to having anyone so close to him and forward with their advances, not even Rin whom he considered to be his pup. Maybe it was the likeness to Inuyasha in her that made him adopt her in the first place. He hadn't seen it before but now it seemed ironic that she had been killed by wolves.<br><br>Shivering again as his ear was licked, he knew actions were louder than words and moved up to Inuyasha's neck, quickly biting him as he had been bitten earlier. He had been wanting to do this since he had first caught his scent and now that he had him he didn't want to let him go.<br><br>"Inuyasha, do you even know what this means?" His tone was calm and cool as it always was, but he wanted an answer from him. He wanted to know that his mate recognized them for what they were.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 10:55:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“Hey!” Inuyasha jerked back but it was too late. Sesshomaru bit him, and the sting of the bite followed by the ache of the wound left him scowling at the older demon furiously.&nbsp; “What did you do that for!?” He grabbed a mass of that silver hair and yanked back, really without thinking, his golden eyes focus on those amber gems. He just stayed that way, angry and breathing deeply, barely registering the question for several moments. Slowly, he wrinkled his nose, once again take in that scent that was familiar yet different.&nbsp; He knew… he thought. Or at least he felt there was a reason for it, but he couldn’t really put it in words. He was driven by instinct, not knowledge because the knowledge was never passed to him.&nbsp; “You’re just supposed to do it,” he barked, agitated by the pain and the fact Sesshomaru might be taunting him again, proving how little he knew about these things. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 13:11:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru's eyes narrowed as his hair was pulled childishly. It was an thing to grab, yes, but still a bit childish. There was no reason for Inuyasha's anger and he was irritated with its presence. When he stated the obvious though, he felt the urge to strike him. It wasn't his fault he didn't understand but it was still a source of irritation for him none-the-less.<br><br>"It's my right to mark my mate." The way things were headed weren't working out the way he wanted and so he dumped Inuyasha off of him, standing and sheathing tokijin. Rin and Jaken were waiting for him and he was no so far gone as to tumble in the grass like children, or lower level demons. His pup needed to be taken care of before things progressed with Inuyasha. Besides, continuing out in the open was not an option for him.<br><br>Starting back the way he'd came, he gave Inuyasha a glace as if to say, 'Coming?' before continuing to walk. His brother could easily keep up and catch up with him so he didn't bother to wait as he retrieved tetsaiga.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 23:03:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha sat on the ground, looking agitated and confused at Sesshomaru because he was both. He instinctually bit Sesshomaru for reasons unknown to him, but having him bite back surprised him too. This was all a little strange. Slowly, he got up and grabbed his sword, sheathing it carefully as he followed his brother in silence. At first, he followed behind like Janken or Rin would, but quickly dismissed that idea. He wasn’t a servant and was damned if he was going to let Sesshomaru treat him like one.&nbsp; A few jumps forward, he was walking beside the taller demon if not a little ahead.&nbsp; <br><br>When he spoke, his tone was still colored with annoyance and demanding, but he wasn’t angry, not really. “What was that Sesshomaru? You thought you would just come and find me and, toy with me and walk away?” Except when Sesshomaru walked away this time, he wanted Inuyasha to follow. It wasn’t the same.<br><br>Abruptly, he walked in front of demon lord and blocked his path, if only for a moment, reaching out to plant his palm against the other’s chest before they caught sight of the other two, he could smell them already.&nbsp; “Wait a minute. You called me a mate.” His ears perked forward, and he sniffed the air again. “Is that what this is, some sort of… need of yours?” He almost asked if his brother was in heat or something but just knew that would set him off. “I mean you smell good, in an odd sort of way.” He mumbled more of a explanation to himself than anything else. Boldly, he even reached up to run his fingers through that silver hair, having decided that he liked it. It was a lot more tame than his and smooth but… becoming of Sesshomaru.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>22-07-2009, 23:31:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru was about to comment on how he had obviously had been meant to follow, only to pause as Inuyasha cut off his path and stepped in front of him. Rin and Jaken were near by and this was none of their business. It was not something he wanted Rin to hear them talking about either. She was too young.<br><br>"This is not the place for this." He said and aristocratically shook his hair out of Inuyasha's grasp. No sooner had he finished saying this then Rin burst through the bushes, smiling happily at seeing him and running at him full speed.<br><br>"Lord Sesshoumaru!" Jaken chased after her, yelling at her to stop with Aa-Un behind him. When he caught sight of Inuyasha he froze, mouth gaping and stuttered out, "M-me lord! What is that half-breed Inuyasha doing here?"<br><br>Rin stopped right before she touched him and beamed up at him. It was one of the things he liked about her. She knew her place and was content with it. Jaken, however, still made comments that were not his place to make.<br><br>"Inuyasha will be staying with us." He stated in his normal tone, not waiting or caring about a reply as he continued walking back to the castle. Rin had automatically accepted his decision and was prancing after him happily as Jaken spluttered even more.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 00:35:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha scowled as Sesshomaru, once again, dictated what they would talk about. He hated it when he did that, as if he somehow controlled everyone around him. He might have pressed the issue if Rin had showed up, and that big mouth Jaken.&nbsp; Instead, he walked away, in the same general direction Sesshomaru had been walking, now walking ahead of them all. He wasn’t going to stand around and take insults from that toad or sit around waiting like a dog for his master to lead the way. “Whatever.” He lifted his chin a little as he walked. Maybe he would stay, or even go. He could, after all, leave anytime he wanted to, check out those demons in the mountains. Something, however, made him linger here a little longer in Sesshomaru’s presence. Maybe Kagome was right, that Rin meant something to Sesshomaru after all, and if that was the case, he would back off around her, for now.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 00:53:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru might have let Inuyasha have his way and answered a few questions at least, if Rin hadn't been there. She was there however, and he was not doing to dicuss the process of mating with his brother in her presence. He had yet to even fully accept that this was going to happen. He wanted it instinctually but there was a long history between the two of them. To submit to him when he was so used to being the superior was hard.<br><br>It didn't take them long to get back to the castle and when they did he sent Rin and Jaken off, leading Inuyasha to his room. The robe he haft left on the floor earlier had been picked up and the futon made, leaving the room clean with only a few things Sesshoumaru liked cluttering the walls. He wasn't much of a collector.<br><br>Letting Inuyasha enter, he shut the door behind them and watched his brother. There were several things that could happen now and he was looking for the best way to proceed. In any case, Inuyasha was supposed to make the first move.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 01:19:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				For some people, in particular his friends, it was odd to know that Inuyasha didn’t fear his brother. He wasn’t really afraid of him at all and found himself more angry than anything else, when they met. Their past, the contest for the sword, a hate for Naraku that wasn’t shared initially… all fueled the conflict between them. Really though, his fear when around Sesshomaru had been driven by concerns for those he traveled with. Here, alone with him, he felt no such thing which, naturally made him a little cocky and weaker since Tetsusaiga drew much of its power from his desire to protect others. <br><br>Slowly, he removed his hands from his pocket and walked over to the corner, setting his sword down, examining the room as if Sesshomaru wasn’t there, and letting his brother wait on him for a change. He didn’t spend a lot of time sleeping in beds or even inside buildings as he traveled, but once awhile, his small group was treated to comfort. Really, he didn’t mind, he liked the outdoors. <br><br>Having inspected the area thoroughly, Inuyasha approached and returned his attention to his brother who stood there, calm and collected as he had always been. “All right, we’re here now explain yourself. You called me a mate. Why did you do that?” His tone was abrasive but it always was. It was his nature and his habit to be unruly. His gold eyes raked over Sesshomaru’s body again, considering him, really considering him on a physical level.&nbsp; “And give me your hand.”<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 01:56:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He watched as he explored the room, more with his eyes than anything else. There was a childish form of 'I'm going to make you wait' about him, but he didn't let it get to him. There were bigger issues to deal with and that's what he was waiting for. It relaxed him slightly, though, that he had set tetsaiga down.<br><br>Inuyasha's last request was odd, but it didn't matter at the moment. Right now he had to explain to a hanyou why he had called him his mate when the reasoning should be perfectly obvious. "I'm not going to shake like some mongrel."<br><br>He said with a scowl. He'd be damned if he was going to follow his every command. That wasn't how it worked and even instinct wouldn't hold him back on this. He was still lord of the western lands, born and raised as nobility. To fall below a half-breed, even if it was his mate, would not be allowed to happen.<br><br>"It should be obvious by my scent that we were meant to be mated." His mother wouldn't approve of such a match but even she couldn't deny that their youkai were calling out to each other, wanting to be combined. That he would be the submissive wasn't something anyone had thought possible.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 03:10:19</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha snorted a little. “That’s not why I wanted it. Why the hell would I want to shake your hand?” He snapped, but didn’t elaborate about what he had wanted, instead he crosses his arms stubbornly and listens, ears twitching indicate that Sesshomaru has his full attention.&nbsp; His eyes narrow little at what he hears however. “Mated? Mated with you?” He laughs a little, though it’s not exactly a cruel laugh so much as a bit of a nervous one. “The great Sesshomaru is claiming to be meant to be mated to me, a half-breed?” It seemed ironic, yet it would be absurd for him to say it if Sesshomaru didn’t actually believe what he was saying. <br><br>He straightens himself a little, looking at Sesshomaru intently. “It’s not like you not to try and grab what you want Sesshomaru? If you believe this, why are you just standing there?” He inched in a little closer, suspicious, curious… interested. He looked… appealing like that, calm and not hateful as he was standing before him now.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 03:19:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It was irritating that Inuyasha didn't understand that although he had said 'shake' it hadn't been literal. However, that was ignored in favor of the anger he felt at Inuyasha's laughter. Did he think him one to joke about something like this? Sesshoumaru did not joke and he did not appreciate him playing it off as such.<br><br>"Do not complain then, when things move too fast." He had been holding back for his mate's sake but his irritation and his taunting were working his nerves. If Inuyasha wanted him to take what he wanted, then he would. However, it would make it all the harder for the hanyou to top him.<br><br>Moving quickly, he pushed him against the wall and held him there, although his grip was not tight or hurtful. Using fangs and teeth, he met his lips roughly, claiming them as his. He had been wanting to taste them and so he would, pushing his tongue against his lips and then passed him. If Inuyasha didn't want to take charge, then he would.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 03:40:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				If someone had asked Inuyasha what he was thinking at that moment, when their lips came together in a rather fierce kiss, it would have been something along the lines of, by gods he is serious. At that point, the doubt, the reserve, the anxious waiting for whatever trap his brother was laying for him was overwhelmed by something else. He jumped forward then, his clawed fingers pressing through the fine, familiar fabric until they both fell to the floor, at which point the impact caused the sharp nails to sink into some flesh, though Inuyasha was not the concerned.&nbsp; They both healed fast and it was only a simply wound. <br><br>When their lips parted, bruised and worse for wear, his eyes widened, looking down into those amber gems as he spoke. A slightly arrogant smile formed. “Whose complaining?”<br><br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 03:47:59</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hitting the floor, the wind was almost knocked out of him&nbsp; at the sudden impact, but he recovered quickly. The claws didn't bother him and the sting of them felt natural and familiar. Ignoring his word, he grabbed his gi and and pulled him down, sitting up to meet him as he bit his neck again and then licked the wounds. He like the taste of his skin and the fabric in his hand was starting to irritate him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 04:03:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha hissed. “Hey!” As he was bitten again, and again, the bite created a sharp sting and then dull ache that was only partially dissipated by the licking afterward.&nbsp; His strong fingers grasped Sesshomaru’s hair again, pulling back sharply, not as a act of revenge but to expose his throat which he latched onto with his own teeth and lips. It was strange, but it felt like the two were competing for something though he wouldn’t be able to say what it was, only that being this close to Sesshomaru’s throat was probably the closest he had gotten to a vital part of his half-brother’s throat.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 04:08:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The moment Inuyasha's lips and teeth latched onto him, he arched slightly into his mouth. It was just like in the dreams he had been having and that small touch alone was enough to arouse him. His hand kept gripping Inuyasha's gi, wanting his armor and weapons off him. The spikes would get into the hanyou and get in the way. His swords were not needed right now.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 05:27:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha pulled away a little bit, licking his lips slowly A part of him, the human half, was appalled at what he was doing. This was not a matter of the heart. It wasn’t logical and it was dangerous. Sesshomaru could still be playing some sort of trick on him. The demon half rejected all objections and just plunged forward, and without human friends around, that was the half that was winning. His fingers moved down between, taking the yellow with a touch of purple sash in hand and yanking it free, only the first step towards removing Sesshomaru’s clothes. “If this was what you wanted, why didn’t you just say so?” This time, his voice was calm, smooth and curious, lacking the excitable often arrogant tone Inuyasha was infamous for.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 05:44:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"This isn't just about sex." He wanted that too, but being mates was so much more than just fucking. Inuyasha had to understand that and that Sesshoumaru would not let him go now that he had him. The hanyou could run from him and piss him off, but he would always find him and come back. Although he didn't like it, he would tolerate Inuyasha's friends though that didn't mean he'd ever actually care for them. They were important to his mate and he would respect that.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 06:23:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha slowed his work down a little, still removing Sesshomaru’s garments and damn near getting to the point of just ripping it off since it was so complex, but held back as he listened to Sesshomaru’s words. “You mean it’s permanent.” It wasn’t really a question, more of a spoken thought.&nbsp; “This isn’t really a choice for you is it?” That was a question, and though Inuyasha always suspected that instinct would dominate a full demon more than a half-demon. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 06:33:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It aroused him further to be undressed by him but he wouldn't allow himself to just sit there. Sesshoumaru took off his swords and armor, setting them aside along with his boa before starting on Inuyasha. He untied the sash and pulled the fabric out, lightly touching his chest. He liked the feel of it.<br><br>"It's not for you either. If you dare to try and mate with someone else, I will kill the both of you." His tone was low and dangerous. He was not joking around about that. Inuyasha was his mate and he was his. He would not allow him to stray just because his breeding disallowed him to feel the full effects of their bond.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 06:42:50</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha laughed, not because he was making fun of Sesshomaru or because he thought his half-brother was joking, only because it was absurd that they were in this situation at all. Humor glistened in his big eyes as he smirked a little. “Right, like you haven’t been trying to kill me for how many years now?” He pushed toyed with the spiked armor a little, successfully tossing it to the side with a clang. Oh well, the toad Janken could probably fix any dents.&nbsp; Seriously though, his voice soft even almost gentle in his word he pushed a little more for an answer. “You don’t want this do you Sesshomaru, you’re being driven to it.” He pushed Sesshomaru down on the floor as he worked the cloth of his shoulders, tensing a little as those lethal claws moved along his strong, hairless chest. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 06:57:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				His eyes narrowed at Inuyasha's laugh and he stopped moving, tensing in anger instead. He allowed himself to be pushed down automatically but he didn't stay there for long, a moment later he had flipped them over and held Inuyasha down with his hand on his neck again. His weight and tight grip did well to keep him there. He hadn't been this angry at him in a long time.<br><br>Eyes turning red, he bared his teeth. Inuyasha would understand just how serious he was. <br><br>"I am not some animal ruled by instinct. Take your position for granted and I will take it from you!" Leaning down next to his ear he growled into it, barely able to stop himself from hurting him. Even the though of finding him with someone else was enough to send him into a rage.<br><br>"You are <em>mine.</em>" He too belonged to Inuyasha but at the moment he had to force him to understand. Their instincts drove them together but it did not force them to do anything.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 07:23:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				For a moment, Inuyasha regretted leaving his sword so far away. If he was attacked, and survived, he knew he would be able to get away and get it, and he’d survived a lot. Lying there on his back, bright red robes partially open, he stared up at Sesshomaru’s angry expression in surprise and wonderment. He struggled a little bit, but his heart wasn’t in it, not yet anyway so his ears dropped back and he growled in response. “Right, because if you had a choice, you would choose me, the half-elf you’ve hated since my birth.” He wrapped his fingers around Sesshomaru’s wrist and dug his nails into the pale skin. “Because if you want me Sesshomaru, I want you to say it or leave me to my room so I can bathe and go to bed,” he challenged.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 07:38:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"It's infuriating how you ignore the obvious." Perhaps he would have to put it simply for him to even understand. In the situation at hand it was odd that he wasn't protesting as much as normal, but that was a good thing. It made it easier for him. Staying close, he put things in the most simple terms as possible.<br><br>"I want you, Inuyasha. I want you as my mate. I've never been able to bring myself to kill you, and now I know why..." Through all the violence there had been between them, he thought he knew what Inuyasha wanted from him in order to prove this. Releasing his hold he kissed him again, this time only gently. It wasn't often that he was gentle.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 07:52:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha breathed in deeply. He couldn’t remember a time when Sesshomaru lied. His half-brother was so arrogant that he would think it would be beneath him to do so, just as he refused to go after the shards for himself. Inuyasha almost said something again, and maybe he talked too much. Others had said as much, but the kiss, that was enough to silence him and he returned it, gradually increasing the depth and thrusting his tongue into his would be lover’s mouth. Carefully, he raised himself up into a sitting position, and when their lips parted, he smiled a little. Instead of teasing though, he took Sesshomaru’s hand and brought it palm-side up to his mouth, nipping the skin firmly but not actually breaking skin, all while looking into those amber eyes. “We’re overdressed.”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 08:16:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Finally his idiotic half-brother understood that he was serious and now he could focus on being with his mate. Leaning back he shrugged out of his gi, left only in his hakama and shoes. He wanted them both undressed and to feel Inuyasha against him as he had in his dreams. Hard now he wanted more. First of all they both needed to be naked. Moving off of him, he started taking off his hakama, being slower than Inuyasha would with only one arm.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 08:39:35</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Licking his lips a little, Inuyasha stood and removed his robe with very little effort, tossing it to the side. He wore no shoes and stood there bare before Sesshomaru, looking upon the slim but strong form that was so often covered by so much cloth and armor. He approached again and lightly ran his fingers along Sesshomaru’s shoulder and arm. His brother still seemed calm and collected by his expression but the hardening mass before him, told a different story. Ears twitching, his own flesh hardening slowly he spoke quietly. “I never wanted to kill you… but I think I want to possess you.” His other hand dropped to Sesshomaru’s waist and pulled them together. “I just needed to know if you were reluctant or not.” The reasons why, well that was simple enough though he was not as likely to share that reason now on his own accord.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 08:52:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"No more than normal, little brother." He didn't protest Inuyasha's desire to possess him, wanting it himself. His one arm supported himself as they were pulled together. Sesshoumaru didn't want to take this slow. He wanted his faster and rough, like he had been claimed in his dreams. Yes, that was it, he wanted Inuyasha to claim him.<br><br>He ground his hips down against him, demanding more action from him and knowing that Inuyasha would not be able to not react. That was his plan.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 09:16:19</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				So it took Inuyasha a little bit to realize that Sesshomaru, despite his proper, outward appearance, the taller, older demon wanted nothing to do with gentle romance. Inuyasha grinned again, a wolfish grin as he dog his claws into one hip and leaned forward, nipping at his neck and shoulder, trying not to focus on the missing arm, not because it was unsightly, but because he caused that injury himself.<br><br>Growling lowly, he latched onto a nice curved ear and nipped firmly while flickering his tongue&nbsp; in the same location..<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 09:33:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The claws embedded in his hip added a welcome sting that allowed him to be rougher in his actions as well. Inuyasha's biting and licking of his neck and ear left him in the perfect position to return the favor, nipping at his neck and licking his way up the jugular vein he could easily rip out with this teeth. Knowing that he put his teeth over it and bit down lightly, liking the erotic feeling of power even though he wanted Inuyasha to dominate him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 09:50:10</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshomaru’s actions forced a hiss from deep within Inuyasha. It stung and once again, the ache lingered at the source of the wound and radiated through the rest of his body. With another deep growl, Inuyasha jumped forward, slamming Sesshomaru against the wall with a heavy thud, his clawed fingers wrapping around his brother’s hard length, squeezing firmly. He liked the feel of their skin together, explored those unique stripes with his tongue. “You taunt me,” he accused lowly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 09:57:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru grunted slightly as he was slammed against the wall, but was excited about the attack. When his hand touched his erection he groaned lightly, biting down on his lip to quiet it. His hips automatically made a small movement into that hand and a shiver when through him at the feel of his tongue. If this was the reaction he'd get then he continue to taunt him.<br><br>"You move too slow." He accused right back, his hand moving over Inuyasha's ear and brushing against his dog like ears. He had never actually touched them before and they were soft beneath his fingers.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 10:11:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Only Kagome and Sango really touched his ears much, and they certainly didn’t cause the response that Sesshomaru did just now. He sighed a little, ears flickering a little under the attention and he was glad, very glad those claws did not dig into the soft flesh there. He doubted that would be pleasurable at all. <br><br>“The why don’t you turn around and face the wall.” He strokes Sesshomaru’s flesh briefly. “And stay that way while I find some oil.” He could probably sniff it out easily enough.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 10:20:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It was stange how his ears felt flickering beneath his hand, but he rather liked it. It was something unique to Inuyasha, unique to his mate, and so it was hard to thinking anything bad about it even though he had used it in an attack against his breeding before. Now it was almost...cute.<br><br>Normally Sesshoumaru would never obey such a command and cut anyone down for even suggesting such a thing, but his desire to have Inuyasha was so strong, and his dreams so vivid, that it was hard to say no or even protest. He wanted this. He wanted to feel Inuyasha putting the oil on him, preparing him, entering him, fucking him. It made him harder just thinking about it.<br><br>Turning as soon as Inuyasha let go, he leaned against it and waited impatiently, wanting to feel his touch on him. He would only ever do this for Inuyasha, and if the hanyou ever dared speak of this to anyone he would make him regret it.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 10:40:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Despite how desperately Sesshomaru wanted to continue, Inuyasha paused and just looked upon him, leaning against the wall like that. He had a strong back, pale skin, long flowing hair. That hair, he decided he like that hair. He always thought it was too long really before, amazed that id didn’t slow his brother down in battle, but now, now it was just right except it hide more of Sesshomaru’s body from him than he liked. No matter, he would have to focus on what he said he was going to do, find oil.<br>&nbsp;<br>Using his nose, Inuyasha searched around his room, but didn’t find what he needed so he slipped out of the room for just a minute, wondering down the hall until he bumped into a closet or something like that, literally. He figured the toad could clean it up later, he found what he wanted anyway and hurried back. He took the oil and smothered his fingers and palm with it, clumsily really, warming it with his hands.&nbsp; Then he stepped forward and ran his fingers between those firm ass cheeks before thrusting a finger deep inside him. “You are so quiet Sesshomaru.”<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 10:54:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Growling slightly when Inuyasha took took long, he glanced back at him and liked the way he was looking at him, but still he'd rather have the man touching him instead. When he left the room there was a flash of annoyance, but he realized that the oil he used on his swords were scentless and that even he wouldn't be able to smell them. He stood normally as he waited, with his hand against the wall, too focused on the situation to care about what he looked like.<br><br>He heard the crashing of objects and wondered just what the hell he was doing, though he had to admit, at least to himself, that he was amused with how affected he was to be running into things and making such a mess. Without thinking he leaned forward on his forearm when Inuyasha returned and watched him hungrily.<br><br>The sudden touch on his ass still shocked him even though he had been expecting it and he let out a half gasp/half moan as his finger was thrust inside him. It sent a shudder of pleasure running through him and he moved back against it, only slightly. Having closed his eyes at the sensation, he looked back and opened them slightly, his eyes no longer red but seemingly glowing gold.<br><br>"You'll have to give me a reason to beg." He growled out in arousal, planning on doing horrible things to him if he ever spoke of that as well.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 11:16:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“You don’t have to beg. Not unless you want to,”Inuyasha murmured, stepping in closer so their body heat could mingle as he thrust in a second finger, turning the digits inside that hot tight entrance. He wonder, briefly, how many times Sesshomaru enjoy this sort of thing with whom the dog demon would even allow to touch him. He smirked again at the thought though it made him hesitate for a moment. Kikiyou, Kagome, both of them were dear to his heart, but there was no denying that his passion and something very deep, very primal was awakening in him as he prepared to take his once opponent and always half-brother. “Do you want to?” Inuyasha moved in closer, his hot breath against the back of Sesshomaru’s neck. “You gonna let your guard down with me, moan again for me like you just did? I liked that a lot.”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>23-07-2009, 13:22:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				His legs moved apart slightly and Sesshoumaru relaxed his body from the tensing it automatically went through. He had had sex before, but never had he been the submissive. It was a new experience for him and it was still hard not to outright reject it, despite how he truly felt about it. There was a slight change in Inuyasha, he could smell it on him, and it aroused him further as he reacted to it instinctively.<br><br>The breath on his neck felt natural and he submitted to it without thinking. Moving back on those fingers, he pressed against Inuyasha's body, enjoying the warmth it gave him. He was about to taunt him further when those twisting fingers brushed something inside him that decided it for him, making him release a throaty moan.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 07:14:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Once again, Sesshomaru gave him silence, but Inuyasha was not discouraged, not yet. His brother always said few words, and that he maintained that silence during sex should not have surprised him, even if it did a little.&nbsp; He added another finger, making three digits.&nbsp; This was trying his patience but for strange reason, he cared if he hurt his brother too much. “This is crazy. You know that right.” He licked along the spine of Sesshomaru’s back. “I am not even sure if I can… do this for life thing.” It was the truth, and yet naturally, he wasn’t prepared to stop either.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 07:25:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"You have no choice." He replied. Sesshoumaru would keep his word and kill him if he caught him with another. There was no other option for either of them and already he was starting not to mind that so much. There would be fights in their relationship, there always was, but being bound together as they were, they wouldn't last forever.<br><br>Gritting his teeth in annoyance, he glared back at Inuyasha for moving so slowly. He would not break at a little rough treatment and three fingers was more than enough preparation. Sesshoumaru wanted him inside him. "Hurry up and penetrate me."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 07:45:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“Stop that. Stop ordering me around like one of your lackeys ,” he snapped. He thrust hard with his fingers for emphasis and then withdrew, stepping in closer, his strong chest pressing against the curve of Sesshomaru’s back. His claws raked along his brother’s sigh, his cock hard and eager, pressed against that fine hard ass but he didn’t proceed. “You don’t get to order me around Sesshomaru. You didn’t get to do that even when you kept telling me I wasn’t worth the air I breathed.” His words were harsh, but as their body heat mingled, that sharp tone turned into an almost purring sound when he spoke Sesshomaru’s name. “Maybe I should have you beg, just to remind you how little control you have ever had over me.”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 08:01:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				To him, it came natural to never change his expression and to keep his emotions inside. Sesshoumaru was so used to ordering people around, as was his right as an aristocrat and lord, that he didn't even about it when he did it. He wanted Inuyasha inside him and so he demanded it, not thinking anything of it.<br><br>It was true that he had never been able to order Inuyasha around, but it was just the way he spoke. Did he thing he'd change so easily just from being around him? That he would completely submit without a fight? If Inuyasha had been a pureblood he would have known what he was supposed to do--that he should have just taken him when he beat him in battle!<br><br>Stringing it out like this wasn't earning him any points and made him seem weak for not doing it sooner. Sesshoumaru had wanted to do it here and Inuyasha had allowed him to make the decision and dictate the terms. So far, as a dominant, he wasn't doing a very good job and so he was not tolerant of his tone either.<br><br>With a small snarl he turned around and had Inuyasha on the floor in the next moment, looming over him and using his weight to keep him there. His claws were on his skin, ready to attack, and he was damn well pissed again. He was questioning whether or not the hanyou was worthy of being his mate.<br><br>"You keep using these things against me and expect me to submit through regret and blackmail." He growled, hating it more now that it had been spoken out loud.<br><br>"Perhaps by judgement was clouded in thinking you my mate."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 08:08:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha bared his fangs and reached out grabbing Sesshomaru’s wrist and throwing it from his body. He stood, angrily, glowering at his half-brother. He seemed to think Inuyasha was just going to take his word for it, that was meant to be. That he would throw his friends, his life away and for what, some claim that the one that made his life miserable was secretly his mate. Forget it. He wanted to care, tried to be compassionate and concerned. “You’re right. I’m leaving.” He grabbed his red robe and began dressing. “Find yourself someone else. I’m not going to put up with you a minute longer. It was stupid for me to come here. I have demons to kill.” As for his instincts, his primal wants, he’d ignored those before and could do it again.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 08:34:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru sat there, shocked for a moment, that Inuyasha had so easily given up--had given <em>him</em> up. It hurt. It hurt in a way he didn't think possible and it was enough to kill what little arousal he had left. He was supposed to fight for him and he didn't. He couldn't be near him right now.<br><br>Without a word he stood and retreated from his room, not caring what he looked like at the moment. He ran into Jaken in the hallway but ignored him and anything he might have said. Sesshoumaru could not bring himself do something as degrading as beg Inuyasha not to leave, and shouldn't have to. Why did he have to fight to convince his mate that he was his mate?<br><br>Inuyasha wasn't the only one who would have to give something up. He didn't understand how hard it was for him to let someone get close to him, to open up, or even submit. It went against everything he knew. He had not asked him to give up what he had, but apparently in order to keep him he'd have to give up everything instead. He didn't know if he could do that.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 08:45:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha was thankful that Sesshomaru left him and allowed him to get dressed in peace. He died the sash together and grabbed his sword, walking out in the hall and finding his way outside. As soon as he was outside, he felt instant relief.&nbsp; It was suffocating to being in that room with his half-brother. Everything in the place seemed to smell of him and reflected his cold, calculated nature. Okay, so he’d only seen a couple of hallways and a sparsely decorated room, but made the assumption just the same. He looked over his shoulder and then ran into the forest. Although Inuyasha didn’t know it yet, he would return later that night, when his demon nature had a chance to catch up and overwhelm the human part of him that had, until now, served him well.<br><br>For now, he sought and found a small pond to bathe in, anything to help remove Sesshomaru’s sense form his body, but it wouldn’t help. That and more was implanted in his mind. As he sat there, cleansing himself, he could think of no one else.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 08:53:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Without thinking about it he had automatically gone to the bath and was now cleaning himself of the oil that had been used on him. It was empty not having Inuyasha's fingers in him and his presence beside him, but he ignored that. In effect, his mate had rejected him before they had ever really been mates, leaving him with an emptiness he didn't know how to fill.<br><br>Father's mate had been that human woman, and not his mother, a proper, purebred demon. Still he had been born and so he knew it was possible to be with another, though at the moment he didn't want anyone else. He couldn't think about such things right now.<br><br>Growing annoyed with his own thoughts, he called for a servant and had them bring him new clothes. Now dressed he followed Rin's scent to the gardens and watched her play. He didn't want to go back to his rooms that still smelled of Inuyasha's scent. He would sleep outside tonight.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 09:03:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The nice thing about baths was that it concealed scent, even if just for a short period of time.&nbsp; He wondered around for a bit, feeling the cold air against his wet skin though he turned away from the mountains after only a mile or two. “Damn it,” he cursed quietly and headed back to the castle. This was not what he had in mind when he left in search of demons in the mountains.<br><br>As he ventured back to his brother’s lands, he noticed him watching that girl again. Now that was strange. Sesshomaru watching a little girl play? What was it that he saw in the girl anyway? How could Sesshomaru, who hated humans and despised half-breed, keep a little girl around and then say they were mates. It was confusing to say the least. He stayed behind a tree, just peaking at the sight, not even tempted to interfere with the tranquil sight.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 09:25:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Smelling Inuyasha returning, he ignored it, not wanting to think about what his brother wanted from him now. His expression was stoic as usual and he didn't give away any of what he was thinking, sitting there on the deck and watching his pup play. It was hard not to say anything when he could feel him watching him.<br><br>Rin suddenly got up from what she was doing and ran over to him, giggling. She had flower necklaces everywhere as well as in her hair along with bits of grass. With patience and allowance he rarely showed, he let her put the necklace around him, beaming when he let her, before running after Jaken and insisting that he needed flowers too. One of them apparently had a bee in them for it stung the toad and sent him running, Rin chasing after him.<br><br>He closed his eyes and listened to them, trying but failing to ignore Inuyasha's scent which clouded his senses. How was he supposed to move on when he wouldn't let him?<br><br>"I thought you had demons to take care of." He said in monotone, not bothering to open his eyes or raise his voice. Inuyasha could hear him well enough.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 09:43:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha frowned slightly.&nbsp; Naturally, Sesshomaru wasn’t going to let water even dull his senses even a little.&nbsp; As a dog demon, maybe it wasn’t possible to trick him with anything but magic or some other powerful cantrip. He hoped down from his hiding spot, looking at his brother with his eyes closed. “You’re a demon aren’t you?” His ears flickering about chaotically, something he often did when curious and uncertain though it was not intentional. “You let her play with you… if I remember right, you couldn’t stand children, certainly not me.”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 09:53:35</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru opened his eyes slowly and looked at him but didn't say anything in response. Their father's mate had been Inuyasha's mother...meaning that Sesshoumaru had not been enough. There was nothing said or any actions that made this clear, but he knew it to be true. He had favored Inuyasha, though he was many years older than him, and had died for him and that human woman.<br><br>It was natural for him to hold hatred for humans and for Inuyasha for taking his father away from him. He knew that he had taken it out mostly on Inuyasha, but he couldn't apologize for it. It was over now but still he wanted to keep bringing it up. What was he supposed to say to him?
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 10:08:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha walked up to Sesshomaru, looking into those steady eyes, his own blinking as he tapped his foot a little. He didn’t like this situation. Why would he like it? He had doubts, many of them. His brother, he’d never shown he could be trusted.&nbsp; Carefully, with his clawed hands that served well for a weapon for many years, before his sword, and took Sesshomaru’s chin in hand.&nbsp; He was inspecting him really, looking at his pretty face, stripes and moon, silver parted bangs. Why shouldn’t he inspect him… if this mating thing was true.&nbsp; Once again, Sesshomaru said nothing, and that silence was infuriating. “I was going to come back later, when you slept. I thought it would be easier then.”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 10:27:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				His eyes narrowed slightly when he was touched, not wanting to feel him or get his scent on him, not when he didn't plan on mating with him. He had readied himself for an attack and was without his swords, but he'd be able to manage. Inuyasha's words made his eyes narrow even more and he started to grow angry again.<br><br>Standing up, he shoved Inuyasha's hand away from him. He wouldn't tolerate this. If Inuyasha was going to reject him then fine, so be it, but he would not just sit idly and let him taunt him! <em>So he can only stomach the thought of mating with me when he can't see me? When I'm unconscious?</em><br><br>"Get out of here. Leave my lands."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 10:34:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha hissed lowly, as Sesshomaru swatted his hand away like an annoyed child. He could only imagine what was going through that too proud head of his. “No. I came here when you asked me too. I was even doing what you wanted of me. Now it’s about what I want. Is it so hard for you to stand there and just let me look? Hmmm?” He followed Sesshomaru and then jumped infront of him, wanting to block his path to the castle.&nbsp; “You just want me to throw you to ground and have at it, rut around like animals. Did it never occur to you I might want to get to know you a little, you, your body… See something in those cold eyes of yours besides disdain?”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 10:57:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"You're not here to look at me. You're here to bring up every thing I've ever done to you and use it against me." Perhaps he deserved it, but there was nothing that could be done to change what had happened between them. Rehashing all of this over and over again did nothing for either of them.<br><br>"You think that all I want is sex from you? I can get that from anyone. I understand it--you don't want to mate with me--but standing here and tormenting me with it is crueler than anything I've done to you." Having bit that out, he continued on, wanting Inuyasha to leave and almost feeling the need to chase him off his lands to protect himself and his pup.<br><br>His cold exterior didn't change once. He wouldn't allow Inuyasha to know how much he was affecting him or allow him inside. There was no reason to believe he would use what he discovered there against him as well. The hanyou couldn't be trusted, not with him or his heart.<br><br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 11:05:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha growled and grabbed Sesshomaru’s wrist, pulling him forward, and whent hey were close, he grabbed that mass of hair again and pulled back, his lips moving to his ear. “You’ve tricked me before, in the most cruel way possible Sesshomaru. You even used… my mother.” It was hard to even whisper that event, hard to admit that the demon who posed as his mother had affected him so terribly even though, in the end, she died for him.&nbsp; His lips moved from Sesshomaru’s curved ears to his lips where he nipped the puffy skin lightly. “I wanted to just look at you Sesshomaru, to really look at you. You have to know how attractive you are. “But you denied me even that. So fine… I’ll just take what I want from you.” He covered Sesshomaru’s lips with his own and bit down, hard, drawing blood, claws scraping against his brother’s scalp, refusing to let go this time. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>24-07-2009, 17:55:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru once again said nothing at first. At the time of the attack he was still angry at Inuyasha, for doing the same thing their father had and falling for a human, leaving himself spelled to a tree when he had gone so far as to call upon his help against the panther demons. His mother had just been another weakness he had used against him, an irony of their father.<br><br>Although he wanted Inuyasha to dominate him, he wouldn't be as weak as to tolerate his abuse. They hadn't gone far from where he had been watching Rin and this was not something he wanted her to see. In a way she had reminded him of Inuyasha when he found her, attacked by demons and left to die, outcast from the village.<br><br>Perhaps he regretted some of what he did to Inuyasha, but this did not take back all the things he had done...and hadn't done. Using his poison claws he let the poison drip onto the hanyou's skin, causing him to release him, and then struck out at him. This abuse wouldn't be tolerated.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>25-07-2009, 08:58:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				If there was such thing as fairness in battle, Inuyasha was certain that poison would not be a part of it. Sure, all of Sesshomaru’s attacks were precious, cold, calculated but the poison part, that was what he dislike the most. It was unpleasant to say the least and forced Inuyasha to leap several feet back. “What the hell Sesshomaru?!” Inuyasha nursed his wound a bit, considering drawing his sword.&nbsp; For some reason, he was reluctant to fight his half-brother at his home, if that was what this place was.&nbsp; “If I had known you would react so poorly to compliment, believe me I would have kept it to himself.”<br><br>Inuyasha crouched down, weary and watchful, his fingers tapping the hilt of his sword.&nbsp; At least Sesshomaru’s attack barely scrapped a small bit of exposed skin.&nbsp; That left only a little stinging.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>25-07-2009, 09:04:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru was contemplating whether or not to attack again when he heard Rin giggling nearby. Ceasing the poison he kept his eye on Inuyasha and slowly lowered his hand. He didn't want to attack Inuyasha in front of her either. He had before, but it was different now.<br><br>"Not in front of Rin." He was still annoyed with Inuyasha and affected by his earlier rejection, but even so it was hard to say no to his mate. He liked that he was rough, but not in front of his pup.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>25-07-2009, 09:28:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It wasn’t like Inuyasha to forget his surroundings so easily, but he had. He wanted to find Sesshomaru asleep so he could look at him, think about what was happening without his brother’s cold, seemingly heartless gaze looking back at him, or have the older demon attack him, or worse yet, say something that reminded Inuyasha of all his shortcomings. He snorted a little, looking at the little girl who seemed to think this was a game, and maybe she wasn’t too far off to giggle at them. Kagome said children had a instinct about these things, and if it were a real battle, she wouldn’t laugh, he thought.<br><br>“Isn’t it past time for her to be asleep or something?” He stood up slowly, ears laid flat in annoyance and general unhappiness about this whole situation.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>25-07-2009, 09:34:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Licking the blood off his lips, he glanced at Rin and in saying her name, she saluted with a 'Yes, lord Sesshoumaru!' before running off, Jaken trailing behind her to make sure she went to bed. Although he didn't show her much outwardly affection, he did make allowances for her that he didn't for anyone else. With her now gone he looked back to Inuyasha. With everything that's happened so far he wasn't sure what the hanyou would do now.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>25-07-2009, 09:45:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				With Rin gone, Inuyasha suspected that Sesshomaru wasn’t going to strike him again, but he couldn’t be sure so he kept his distance, just watching him for several moments, in silence. “I thought maybe,” he began. “You didn’t have a choice in this that you hated the idea, but I don’t understand you Sesshomaru. I never have. I would be surprised if anyone has.” He approaches the older, taller demon but not too close, not so close he could leap away, his distrust evident now.&nbsp; “Did you mean it Sesshomaru, that you want me as a mate or were you just trying to get me to do something you wanted by saying that?”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>25-07-2009, 09:52:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"What do I have to gain from lying about this? Our instincts tell us whom we would best be suited with and drive us to make that decision, but it isn't enforced. I chose this." He wasn't going to attack Inuyasha again, not unless he was attacked first. He would have to learn that he had boundaries he couldn't be pushed across, but that would take time. There a lot for both of them to learn about each other.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>25-07-2009, 09:58:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshomaru hadn’t really moved from his position, so Inuyasha walked forward carefully. His face wasn’t as calm and difficult to read either, he was uncertain, suspicious, skeptical all wrapped into his gold eyes and laid back ears. “And you expect me to do the same, to choose you?” His tone was careful, not as harsh as was his usual habit. The others, Kagome, Shippo, Miroku, Sango, they could vouch for his short temper and quick, abrupt words. He tried to reign it in, just a little.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>25-07-2009, 10:05:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I don't expect anything from you." Inuyasha had already rejected him once, there was no reason to think he wouldn't do it again. He had gone after him, wanting him, and not thinking that Inuyasha would say no. The things they had both done in the past were still present and they didn't trust each other. It would be hard to maintain a relationship between them, impossible if Inuyasha didn't want it.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>25-07-2009, 10:10:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Walking a little closer, Inuyasha was within arm’s length again, his posture expressing his readiness to leap away if necessary. He simply regarded Sesshomaru for a moment and then extended his hand. “Will you give me your hand this time?”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>25-07-2009, 21:36:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Automatically all the implications of what he could be asking rushed through his mind, but the fact was that he was offering it to him again. Inuyasha wasn't the type to think too far ahead, he wasn't as calculating as Sesshoumaru, and so the risk was minimal. Aside from that, he needed to be able to trust his mate. Therefore, seemingly without hesitation, he placed his hand in Inuyasha's.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>26-07-2009, 07:01:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha took Sesshomaru’s hand and pressed their palms together, very much like a child would when comparing size. Instead, he laced their fingers together and pressed his claws into the back of his brother’s hand. It was just hard enough to draw blood but not enough for the sharp claws to actually sink into flesh. He walked closer, lifting their joined hands and lightly kissed first his fingers and then knuckles.&nbsp; “You must know why I find this hard to accept.” His voice was soft but steady.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>26-07-2009, 07:08:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru drew blood as well, automatically in response to his own being brought to the surface. He enjoyed his touch and the feel of his lips, even if it was only on his fingers. He understood why Inuyasha didn't want to accept this and that there was a lot of things for them to work through, but he wanted it. He wanted to have this.<br><br>"The past can't be changed."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>26-07-2009, 07:28:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“It can’t be ignored either.” This time, when he walked forward it was close enough to press his palm against Sesshomaru’s covered chest. “Is she going to come out again or is it safe for us to continue this?” He sighed a little and then smirked briefly. “Out here in the open?”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>26-07-2009, 07:50:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Rin won't disobey." He didn't comment on being unable to ignore their past. He already knew that, but he did not want to fight about it right now. Part of him wanted to have privacy, but part of him also wanted to let Inuyasha take him here, where anyone could see them and know that they were mates. That Inuyasha was <em>his</em>. Still, he was nervous that he'd stop again and reject him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>26-07-2009, 09:09:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha almost asked him more about the girl, but he recognized now was not the time. Sesshomaru was calm again, but he felt he couldn’t trust that. Still, he leaned forward a little and sniffed the area, his dog ears perked forward. There was a strong scent from him, but what it meant was not as clear to Inuyasha as it was to Sesshomaru. He turned their joined hands and light licked along the skin where his claws pressed firmly.&nbsp; “Is there a better place than out here and in that place?” He motioned with his head towards the castle. In there, he felt a little trapped.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>26-07-2009, 09:33:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Yes." He said calmly, turning his hand so that he could hold and lead Inuyasha. Sesshoumaru took him into the gardens, the further the moved in the thicker the foliage got. He had no guests here with him right now and his servants would smell him and leave if they were present. In the heart of the gardens there was a large pond filled with koi fish, surrounded by sakura trees.<br><br>There was a little bridge that crossed it and a bench nearby, but that wasn't what he was interested in. He knew the scenery would appeal to Inuyasha, even if he didn't admit it. It was one of Rin's favorite places as well as his own, but there was no chance of being bothered by her now.<br><br>"Does this meet your satisfaction?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>26-07-2009, 09:46:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha pulled away from Sesshomaru a bit though he did not release his hand. Instead, the hanyou pulled him along a little as he inspected the area with open curiosity. It was beautiful. Why hadn’t he expected Sesshomaru to appreciate something as menial as beauty, something that would not give his brother more power? He smiled a little. Well, this was just one of many surprises, and at least Sesshomaru was speaking in full if brief sentences now, though one at a time. With a suitable place to be had, that left one thing to focus on… them, and well the lingering doubt that rested at the back of his mind linked to Kikiyou, who was beyond his ability to ever be with again, and Kagome who was not even of his time or world. <br><br>He looked back to Sesshomaru and nodded. “I guess you knew it would. “ Now the hard part, Inuyasha released his hand and after another moment’s hesitation, began to undress again.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>26-07-2009, 20:06:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru didn't mind so much being lead around like this, only if it were a constant, repetitious thing would he grow annoyed, but this was fine. He didn't want to know the thoughts going through Inuyasha's head. He probably wouldn't like them. Of course he had heard of the human women and knew his thoughts would go to them first. Sesshoumaru didn't want to think about it.<br><br>Silently he followed Inuyasha and began undressing. He was hesitant after the last time, but he didn't let it show. Showing weakness left you open for attack and Sesshoumaru wasn't stupid enough to let that happen again.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>27-07-2009, 06:23:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Once he was undressed, Inuyasha simple just watched Sesshomaru remove his garments with a slight smirk. “You know, you could probably get away with wearing half that much clothes.” He approached his kin again, trying to feel relaxed and hopeful but looking at him, just looking at him was incredible. <br><br>“You seem more willing to humor me now….” He mentioned after a minute, after forcefully tearing his eyes away from Sesshomaru’s fine form.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>27-07-2009, 07:15:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"It would be improper." Who would listen to and respect a lord who walked around half naked as though it were nothing? It was hard to respect someone who looked like they were asking for sex all the time, whoring themselves out visually at least.<br><br>"Rin is asleep and you aren't currently goading me." Inuyasha should understand that he was only submitting to him because he was allowing it. Without his permission he would never be on top.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>27-07-2009, 07:32:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha reached out and runs his fingers down the middle of Sesshomaru’s chest, gradually pushing him backward until his brother makes contact with a tree nearby.&nbsp; He smiles a little. “Right. Proper.” He is teasing this time, though not in a mean way. “You need to relax Sesshomaru. You’re too controlled with this sort of thing. Were you the same way with your previous lovers?” His hand dropped between them, wrapping his fingers around that fine, warm flesh that had been so eager for him earlier.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>27-07-2009, 08:25:38</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				This wasn't a time to discuss 'previous lovers' and so he said nothing in response to that question. Instead he moaned softly and pushed into the touch Inuyasha was giving him, wanting more of it already. He couldn't help but start to respond to his touch, taking Inuyasha by the back of his neck and pulling him closer and kissing him so he would stop asking his foolish questions, and because he wanted to.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>27-07-2009, 09:13:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha wasn’t discouraged by Sesshomaru’s unwillingness to converse with him. He was convinced in time, he would have to. If this mating thing was real, and he was beginning to think it just might be. It wasn’t as if he undressed for just for anyone. And then that moan, it all but wiped away any rational thought he had left. It was so…&nbsp; uncontrolled, so when their lips met into another kiss, Inuyasha was eager and pressed into his strong body, firmly, thrusting his tongue deep into Sesshomaru’s mouth while his grip on the hard flesh loosened just enough so he could stroke the hard flesh steadily. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>27-07-2009, 09:43:59</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru met his tongue in a light battle, moving in and feeling the tips of his small fangs, just like his own. He gave a small gasp as Inuyasha started stroking him and wanted to return the favor, though he also didn't want to let him go. Two arms would have been nice right about then, but he made do. Releasing his neck, his hand slid down Inuyasha's side until he wrapped it around cock, stroking him as well. He wouldn't make it easy for the man to walk away from him this time.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>27-07-2009, 09:51:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha moaned lowly into his brother’s mouth, not exactly an openly needy or wanton sound, but one that left no doubt about his desires either. When he ended the kiss and their lips parted, he grinned a little and moved in to nip at Sesshomaru’s neck, biting along the skin and the small wound already there, maneuvering his body to the side so he could press one strong hand against the bark of the tree for support while continuing to pump Sesshomaru’s flesh with the other. He noticed then, thanks to his sensitive nose, that the oil scent he had left upon Sesshomaru was gone. Growling lowly, his ears flattening, he expressed his displeasure. They’d make do, he decided.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>27-07-2009, 10:32:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He liked it when he bit him, especially when he did it instinctively, and so he tilted his head slightly to the side and allowed him more room. Sesshoumaru wasn't sure Inuyasha would recognize the sign of submission from him, but in either case he had made it and that was enough. When his brother growled he automatically wanted to please him but held back a little, instead only mimicking his actions and lightly biting his neck back. He was no longer lubricate, externally at least, but he could manage. It wouldn't hurt as much as losing an arm at least.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>28-07-2009, 09:42:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha wasn’t fascinated with the blood or so much the wound he was creating. Really, he was a little concerned about them even though he knew Sesshomaru probably healed faster than he did. Still, something drove him on and he was not interested in fighting off that desire, not yet. <br><br>He worked his hot, hard flesh between Sesshomaru’s ass cheeks, carefully probing the entrance, testing his brother’s response with one little jab and then another. Moving his mouth to a smooth, strong shoulder Inuyasha bit down firmly and then thrust forward firmly, eager to claim Sesshomaru’s fine body as his own, to hear sweet moans from him again, from one so guarded and reserved.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>28-07-2009, 10:14:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Leaning against the tree for support, he drew in a little breath as Inuyasha rubbed against him, teasing and testing him. He wanted to feel Inuyasha inside him, nearly demanding that he stop teasing him when he bit down and thrust in. Sesshoumaru cried out softly and pressed back in spite of the burn of penetration. It was tolerable and if his dreams were any indication, it would go away soon.<br><br>The hand on his erection helped and soon he was wanting more, for his little brother to start fucking him and claim him as his. There were better positions they could be in, but at the moment he didn't care, he just wanted him to move.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>28-07-2009, 22:56:59</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha bites softened to nips with his lips and kissing, well when he wasn’t panting and moaning himself that is. Sesshomaru was tight and hot, wholly pleasurable for him though initially difficult to thrust in and out of. His strong thighs worked to enjoy his brother thoroughly; one hand gripping Sesshomaru tightly against his left hip, fingers curled just a little, again cutting the skin though that was not his intention. He needed the support and wanting to encourage the older demon to move with him. <br><br>When he grew tired of leaving warm, nips and kisses against Sesshomaru’s shoulder’s, he shifted to neck and nuzzled that long, free flowing hair. Yes, yes he decided he liked that hair very much. He always had.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>28-07-2009, 23:26:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru thrust back against him when he remembered to, being utterly distracted by the pleasure he was feeling. Inuyasha was inside him and all around him, just as he had always been in his dreams, just as he had always wanted him. The attention he payed to his neck was welcome, an instinctual thing that turned him on even more. When he wasn't panting he was moaning lightly, wanting more of something from his brother but not knowing what.<br><br>One thing they didn't have to worry about was anyone barging in on them or the possibility of pups. In a way that was a good thing, though not being able to have pups with his mate was slightly saddening.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>29-07-2009, 00:35:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha growled lowly, thrusting harder and faster, Sesshomaru’s uncontrolled moans feeding his own desires. He assumed they were uncontrolled because his half-brother was always so careful with what he said, so quiet. He licked along a curved ear,&nbsp; not biting this time but thoroughly enjoying the liberities he was having with Sesshomaru’s strong body.&nbsp; After thrusting a bit longer, Inuyasha finally broke the silence with words, unable to help himself on the matter. “I’ve never seen you like this,” he whispered, breath warm against Sesshomaru’s ear.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>29-07-2009, 01:11:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"You'd rather I show emotion." It wasn't a question, he knew it to be true, and it was hard to be controlled and stoic when being fucked by his brother, his mate. Inuyasha was the only one he'd allow to see this side of him. It was something that was only for him but he couldn't show this in public. There was just too many variables to take into account.<br><br>For a moment he closed his eyes and just felt, feeling every inch of him sliding in and out. It felt so good. He hoped that Inuyasha was enjoying it took, and could hear that he at least was physically from his moans and panting. Turning his head, he licked at Inuyasha's lips.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>29-07-2009, 01:42:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“Yes,” Inuyasha confirmed needlessly and immediately. It was unsettling how reserved Sesshomaru was, even while they were fight with few expections. “Why should someone so appealing as you be so cold and heartless towards anyone.” Well that was the appearance anyway. Obviously there was much about Sesshomaru he didn’t know, like his link to the girl and his willingness to be so vulnerable underneath him, here and now.<br><br>When Sesshomaru turned his head and their lips met, Inuyasha pursued a firm kiss immediately, claiming those lips as he is own and gaining great pleasure in doing. He breathed deeply. “You are so beautiful when you response Sesshomaru.”<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>29-07-2009, 03:55:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I won't let others take advantage of me." He muttered into the kiss before delving into it again. When Inuyasha told him he was beautiful he didn't know what to say. There had been others who said it, but with Inuyasha it was different. He was his mate and therefore it had more meaning. He had to acknowledge it.<br><br>"Only for you." He muttered, moaning when he was fished speaking and getting closer and closer to the edge.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>29-07-2009, 04:23:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha let his finger glide and dance over Sesshomaru’s rigid flesh. He used his hand not only to guide his brother’s movements with his own, but keep the demon lord from moving too far forward as well.&nbsp; There was something primal and delicious about the way Sesshomaru’s strong body stretched before him, how he could move hand over that strong back and feel the muscles flutter beneath the touch. It was like watching stone come to life, rigid unfeeling stone so vibrant now. He jerked forward now, rougher with his attentions, hissing a little as the demon blood inside him burned more brightly and became more demanding than it had ever been when he was another, say a human, and the cool night’s air did nothing to calm him.<br><br>“Always for me,” Inuyasha corrected, almost growled the words, his expression contorted in an almost angry expression though it was not anger that he was feeling. Not at the moment.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>29-07-2009, 06:14:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He wanted this to last longer, but he also wanted him to come, torn between the two options. Inuyasha was in charge though and he shivered at the sound of the growled works, reacting instinctively to them just as his brother was. He loved how rough he was being now and thrust back as much as he was allowed, gladly taking it and wanting more.<br><br>"More." He moaned.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>29-07-2009, 07:20:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha complied with the request because he was eager to do so. It was incredibly invigorating and pleasurable to thrust hard and fast into Sesshomaru’s tight, willing body.&nbsp; His fist tightened around his brother’s shaft, and had either of them been weaker than they were, the sensations between them would probably have been more painful and less stimulating. His mouth was back to his neck, licking along the small wound there.&nbsp; “Are you begging?” he teased thinking of their conversation earlier, of when Sesshomaru mentioned he might beg.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>29-07-2009, 09:50:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Growling lightly, his eyes turned red, but not out of anger this time. Sesshoumaru was still in control of himself but instinct make it hard not to go through part of the transformation. He didn't care if Inuyasha was rough with him, as long as it was him taking him he could tolerate anything. Or at least nearly so.<br><br>It was more of a request or even a demand, but Sesshoumaru didn't want to tell him this. It would drive him crazy if his lover held back on him just so he would beg him for more. Plus, with the way he was taking him now he couldn't much focus on a witty answer.Turning his head back to Inuyasha he growled out before he kissed him again, "Close."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>29-07-2009, 21:22:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha returned the kiss eagerly though he did not even attempt to hide his big grin. Maybe mating was a serious affair for Sesshomaru, but he enjoyed it too much not to make light of it in some fashion.&nbsp; His brother, the ever calm, powerful and often confrontational demon lord was beneath him now with his pale body glistening in the moonlight, the heat between them overwhelming the cool air around them, and he was tight and receptive to Inuyasha’s thrusts. It was unbelievable really, and yet something inside him felt it was just right. Gone were thoughts of the others, the future or even most of the past. It was the here and now that dominated his actions. And though he said nothing in reply, as he was unwilling to break their kiss so soon this time, he complied to the original request and thrust fiercely in and out of Sesshomaru’s eager body, relying on his brother’s ability and strength to keep himself upright all while toying with Sesshomaru’s eager flesh and balls, careful of his claws though allowing one finger to scrape him just a little as a reminder of his own strength.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>29-07-2009, 22:05:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Panting now, he moaned into their kiss, barely able to concentrate on it with the pleasure he was assaulted with. Inuyasha was taking him just as hard as he wanted it, showing his dominance over him and reminding him of his strength. It sent a shiver through him and he broke off the kiss with a moan, facing forward again as he concentrated. He was so close, but he needed one more thing from Inuyasha to send him over the edge. <br><br>"Bite me." He panted, wanting to feel his teeth sinking into his neck again.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>29-07-2009, 23:28:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Oh he bit him alright, and required only a little push to do it. Groaning lowly, growling even he sank his teeth into Sesshomaru’s neck, biting harder this time, feeling the tenseness in his testicles grow, his strong thighs, firm and tight with his grueling pace ached a little, and his own eager, hard flesh burned deliciously. He would come with Sesshomaru. The half-demon was determined to do so.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>29-07-2009, 23:44:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				With the force of the bite he was unable not to cry out and could only enjoy that sensation for a moment before he couldn't take it anymore. His body tensing, he bit down onto his lip without thinking and tilted his head back, moaning loudly as he came all over Inuyasha's hand. His claws tore into the bark of the tree and he held his breath for a moment before panting raggedly. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>30-07-2009, 00:47:19</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Well this was knew for Inuyasha. He felt his brother seed spill upon his moving fingers which became immobile as the thick flesh twitched against the palm of his hand. He maintained the bite, feeling the powerful body beneath him spasm in more clear evidence of his release.&nbsp; Eventually, he let go and threw his own head back, white hair cascading down his back as he did so. And as he spilled his essence deep Sesshomaru, his eyes briefly turned read and he yelled his triumph into the night.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>30-07-2009, 01:24:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He shivered as he felt Inuyasha release inside him, marking him indisputably as his own. That along with the bites would keep others from pawing at him or trying to court him. Sesshoumaru nearly shivered again at the howl he released, knowing it was instinctual and reacting to it. The demon side of Inuyasha had accepted their mating and would make it hard for him to stray. Still panting, his eyes slowly lost their red as he came down from his high.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>30-07-2009, 03:33:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha stayed inside him, letting his pulsing shaft soften in the warmth and depth of his brother’s body. He held onto him tightly, keeping that strong back against his glistening chest, offering support should it be needed though he felt weak in the knees himself. He wanted to see Sesshomaru lower his head a little, acknowledge the sapping of his strength, to rely on Inuyasha if only for a moment. There were conflicting reasons inside of him that wanted to see his great and powerful brother step down from his elevated status.&nbsp; Gently, however, he nudged Sesshomaru’s neck, the part that was not damaged. “Are you all right?” His protective instinct already extending to someone that was no longer considered his enemy.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>30-07-2009, 04:15:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				His breath returning to normal, he leaned back lightly against his brother, wanting to feel him fully against his back. He liked that he was still inside him and wanted to keep him there for a moment. Inuyasha was doing just want he wanted and craved by claiming him, remaining possessive, as well as protective.<br><br>"Yes." There was more he wanted to say but it wasn't in his nature to do so. Besides, he hoped that Inuyasha would get to know him enough that he would be able to understand what he meant by his silences. He spoke more non-verbally than anyway else.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>30-07-2009, 07:14:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha hadn’t realized he was holding his breath, waiting for an answer. After all, there was a real risk he could have hurt Sesshomaru beyond intended, and a better chance the dog demon wouldn’t admit to that. Now lying, he wasn’t sure Sesshomaru did that very often at all. He supposed his brother would consider that beneath him.<br><br>He leaned forward and kissed those pale shoulders again and then, hesitantly and carefully ran his finger down the one arm, the one arm he had removed during their most heated battle. He almost thought he had killed Sesshomaru then, but when he emerged again, clearly that was not the case. “Good. I am no healer.”<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>30-07-2009, 08:08:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru wouldn't admit it if he was in pain, but he would act out to stop it, so Inuyasha needn't be concerned about it. He would make it known and clear. Looking back when Inuyasha kissed his shoulders, he watched him touch what remained of his arm. It had long since healed over and he hadn't bothered looking for another in a long time. When it was lost for good he felt nothing and no need to go after it.<br><br>"There's a healer in the castle." He knew that wasn't what he meant.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>31-07-2009, 01:35:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Innuyasha felt a pang of regret for that scar on his brother’s body, but just a little. He’d saved Kagome’s life then. He’d do it again in a heartbeat, save them all if he could manage it.&nbsp; He fingers lingered along the smooth scar tissue. It did not detract from the appeal, and certainly didn’t make his brother less dangerous. “Well that’s good to know.”<br><br>He withdrew then, letting the cold air come between them, but only so he could move to Sesshomaru’s side and support him that way, give him a chance to look at him again and a plant a kiss at that moon on his forehead. He always wanted to do that, to acknowledge one of many Shesshomaru’s defining marks.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>31-07-2009, 01:57:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sighing softly as he withdrew from him, he turned to look at Inuyasha as the man kissed his forehead. As much as he liked being here, he didn't like being sticky. It would be much more comfortable on the futon in his room than out here where the air was slowly getting cooler. First things first though, they both needed a bath.<br><br>"The bath house is close by." He said before forcing himself to move and gather his clothing. At least he hadn't been wearing his armor this time. Dressing again for the walk, he planned on letting his servants take care of them after he left them in the bath house. They wouldn't be disturbed.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>31-07-2009, 03:33:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha didn’t dress himself, just sort of grabbed his robes and frowned a little. “That’s it? That’s all you’re going to say?” He was put out by the lack of words, and ears fell a little to emphasize this point. It’s not as if he thought they had a lot to say, but this seemed to fall short.&nbsp; “I mean does that mean you want to take a bath with me or were you just going to walk off in that direction and expect me to follow like some sort lost puppy?”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>31-07-2009, 03:42:08</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I mentioned it so you would come with me." He said with a short glance behind him. Inuyasha couldn't expect him to change over night. The only reason he had mentioned where he was going was so that Inuyasha could follow him, but apparently that wasn't enough. Sesshoumaru wasn't one for talking and it was irritating having to explain all his actions. He could tolerate it, but he didn't want to.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>31-07-2009, 04:53:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha did follow him but not right behind him, not like a servant, he was going to walk side-by-side. “Are you going to let me wash your hair then?” He hadn’t really thought about the question when he asked it, but he was going to stick by the request just the same.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>31-07-2009, 05:04:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"...If you desire it." He hadn't had anyone wash his hair since he was just a pup himself, to have Inuyasha do it was a strange thing indeed, but if he wanted to then he wouldn't stop him. Though he wouldn't admit it without it being asked, he liked it when Inuyasha touched him, even outside of sex. The way he had nuzzled into his hair when they had been having sex let him know just how much he liked it.<br><br>When they entered the bathes he dropped his clothing on the floor for his servants to take care of, heading into the hot springs that were powered by fire demon's magic. Wading in, he closed his eyes as he took a seat on one of the rocks and leaned back against another, enjoying the heat of it and waiting for his mate to join him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>31-07-2009, 05:18:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha dropped his clothes nearby but only after snarling at the servants. He didn’t want him touching his stuff. Not the sword, or the robes, not anything. The only thing he wore into the hot springs was Kagome’s necklace, which of course he couldn’t take off. He made his way over to Sesshomaru. “I didn’t take you as one to be so accepting of something like this.” He was referring to the idea of them mating. The idea was growing on him, though he didn’t really grasp that the dead was pretty much done. A human half of him would always revel in some sort of freedom anyway.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>31-07-2009, 05:40:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Fighting it would be foolish." He had resisted initially, but nothing good ever came from resisting being when whom you were meant to, especially when the demon half of you rioted whenever you ignored it. If needed be that inner demon could potentially take over and force whatever it wanted to occur. Most of the time demons had control over this but others were mindless, ruled by instinct. Mating was not something to be trifled with though.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>31-07-2009, 07:03:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha smiled at that thought. “Oh yeah. Well I hear that all the time and I still win.” It was true. He won against impossible odds, so they said anyway. He reached out and lightly&nbsp; ran his fingers through Sesshomaru;s long, fine hair. It was odd to see his brother like this, calm and accepting, calm certainly but accepting of his presence… hardly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>31-07-2009, 07:58:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Those battles were not against instinct." It had nothing to do with physical battles, not like the likes of Naraku or any other foe Inuyasha had fought. It was not so easy to win against the stronger side of yourself. Especially not when that other side was a human.<br><br>Sesshoumaru let the man play with his hair, it was harder to take care of with one arm and so he didn't mind the 'help'. Aside from that he enjoyed his mate's touches, taking pleasure in them and the simplicity of being together with him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>31-07-2009, 09:14:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha listened, he wanted to listen. “They were for me,” his voice was quiet as he thought about what he just said, but it was true. Most battles, he was protecting his friends, his family, or someone who couldn’t protect themselves. Sure he was chasing the shards to try and become a full demon but during the travel, his quest seemed to change.&nbsp; He reached behind them to get some soaps. “Can you send your servants away? I don’t want them around.” He never needed servants before and didn’t want them now.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>31-07-2009, 09:53:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				There was a small gesture made towards them before they left the room. Sesshoumaru had determined their loyalty long ago and none of them would dare betray him. Not a word of their mating would reach others before he wanted it to. He wasn't ashamed of his mate, or of being the submissive in that aspect, but it was better to be holding the cards.<br><br>His servants knew not to enter a room he was in unless he told them to or had left. No one else would disturb them. The only time they lingered is when they happened to be in the room when he walked in it. Then they would only stand to the side to see if he needed anything until he dismissed them.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>01-08-2009, 00:46:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha was happy to get rid of the others. Having them around, they kept his attention focused on possibilities instead of what was happening. He continued to pet and strokes Sesshomaru’s hair, using a little water and a little soap after a bit. He was more careful this time with his claws, not scraping his brother’s scalp as he worked his way up. “So what’s this mean exactly? When I travel you will show up and not attack me from now on?”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>01-08-2009, 01:14:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Why would I attack my mate?" He had lost interest in killing him a while ago, but by continuing to attack him he had found just how much stronger his brother was becoming. He knew he could take care of himself when the hayou was able to keep beating him. Still, he wouldn't allow him to get soft so his attacks had continued.<br><br>It felt strange to have hands on him, in his hair and against his scalp, but it wasn't a bad thing. It actually felt rather nice.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>01-08-2009, 07:48:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“Why would you attack your brother?” Inuyasha replied, though his tone was hardly accusatory at this point. Inuyasha smiled a little, there was something a little disarming about a wet Sesshomaru relaxing in a hot spring. It was probably a deadly mistake to assume his mate was any less lethal drenched like this, but it was a little humorous. “Turn around. I can’t reach all your hair with your back against the rocks like that.”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>01-08-2009, 07:52:19</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"...To test your strength." He said after a moment, moving to the edge of the rock and turning so Inuyasha could reach all of his hair. His servants could do this for him...but it wasn't the same as the person being his mate. Sesshoumaru would never allow anyone else this close to him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>01-08-2009, 08:00:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha hoped up a bit, feeling too energetic at the moment, the water splashing around him. He just found Sesshomaru alluring complacent at the moment, and willing to not only talk but follow simply directions. It was like everything he knew was being challenged now. Still, his fingers were soft enough, finishing working the soap and water through his hair. “Oh well that was completely unnecessary. Kagome attracts trouble like no one else I have ever known! And the rest, well they are looking for it. And then there is Naraku, I still need to find him. He can’t be left free after all this time.” He paused his motions and his words for a moment. “So if you aren’t going to attack me anymore, what are you going to do?” Naturally, since they ran into each other so often he figured Sesshomaru did little else but bother him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>01-08-2009, 10:36:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru frowned at being splashed but only closed his eyes and half-listened to Inuyasha's rambling, nothing more. He made it sound as if he did nothing but follow him around. There was much more he had to take care of that Inuyasha had no idea about. He had to make sure relations with the neighboring kingdoms were running smoothly as well as the maintenance and care of his own lands. There was always the threat of attack somewhere and so Sesshoumaru often made rounds as was as to visit allies, which is why he often ended up running into Inuyasha.<br><br>He didn't know what the hanyou was asking of him, but he couldn't just shirk his duties by any means. "My duties will not change much."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>01-08-2009, 20:28:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha stopped what he was doing for a moment. “So nothing has changed?” He supposed these were questions he should have asked sooner, but Sesshomaru, typical Sesshomaru, had not be willing to talk. “I mean in the morning I will go my way and you will go yours?”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>01-08-2009, 21:45:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I cannot abandon my duties to follow you." It wasn't as though he didn't want to be with his mate, but he couldn't just leave. He was a noble, lord of these lands, and he had duties that couldn't be conducted by anyone else.<br><br>When Inuyasha was done with his hunting of Naraku, where would he go? What would he do? Sesshoumaru did not want to be faced with these questions. Even if he left and took back over his lands later, he would lose respect for it and would not be at the same level of power as he had now. Without his station, how could he protect Inuyasha from his own demons?
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>01-08-2009, 22:32:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha frowned. He wasn’t one to hide his emotions very well, not that he ever tried. It was quite possibly he couldn’t hide them at all. None of that matter though. He found this realization unacceptable, as well as the answer. Kagome wasn’t here now. The others were home. That gave him time to figure out what to do, except for that demon in the mountains. He’d have to take care of that. What sort of person would he be if he stood by and let something prey on people like that? “I’ve got time, but I need to take care of that demon. It’s killing people.”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>02-08-2009, 01:47:07</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				If the demon was in his lands, it was his duty to control it. He was in charge and no one moved without his orders. Sesshoumaru didn't stop them from feeding, but killing for the sake of killing would not be allowed. It wasn't that he cared for the humans, but it was still something that had to be done.<br><br>"I will go with you." That also meant that Jaken and Rin would be coming as well. He couldn't leave Rin alone and Jaken didn't know how to take care of a child. In any case he was confident in his ability to protect his pup no matter what happened.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>02-08-2009, 08:36:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“But we will not go too soon.” Inuyasha added hurriedly, not wanting Sesshomaru to think that his first thoughts after being with him was about killing other demons. “I mean unless you want to hurry off. I think I could be all right waiting around here for a few days.” He backed away after pouring more water that long hair. “There, all clean. You’re going to join me in my room tonight right?”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>02-08-2009, 08:52:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It wasn't like Inuyasha to put off fighting a demon. Although he wanted to be mated with him he hadn't expected much change. Soon enough he would run off to join his friends and go back to collecting shards of the skikon jewel. It was something he had accepted and protesting to it wouldn't help or change anything. Protesting wasn't like him anyway.<br><br>Another thing was that he still said 'guest' room. He didn't expect or want to be in his room with him. It bothered him a bit but there was no use in saying anything about it.&nbsp; "If you want."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>02-08-2009, 09:41:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha grinned, a silly expression really but he was really happy. Sesshomaru would join him in his room. “Well it wouldn’t be right not o spend the night together after this, right?” It wasn’t really a question but he wanted his brother to see his point of few. “I mean, with you all clean now… wouldn’t want that to go to waste,” he teased.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>04-08-2009, 07:27:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru wondered for a moment what he was doing and why he was acting the way he was. His instinctual need to submit to Inuyasha was affecting his personality. It wasn't necessarily a bad thing, but he wasn't going to submit completely.<br><br>"You'll be staying in my room."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>04-08-2009, 11:48:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				His grin fell almost instantly, and he scowled a little, barking at his brother immediately. “Hey, I thought after this you would at least want to spend the night together. But if you insist on being an ass…” He stopped suddenly and blinked, taking a moment to actual review what Sesshomaru said. He only heard the rejection part, but not the actual words. “Your room?” He looked just a tad uneasy at the idea. Naturally, Inuyasha was still cautious around his brother, not one-hundred percent convinced about this mating thing. “Only if your Toukijin is out of the room.&nbsp; You can keep Tenseiga with you.” He thought that was fair, after all it was a defense against his Tetsusaiga and there was only a chance in the abyss that he would let his father’s sword out of his sight. “And the girl, does she sleep with you?” He knew some children felt safer in the beds of adults, but his brother wouldn’t tolerate that… right?
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>04-08-2009, 14:16:12</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru scowled when Inuyasha automatically started berating him for a perceived offense that hadn't even happened, then demanding terms of their arrangements. Inuyasha was the dominant in bed, but Sesshoumaru wasn't going to allow something to Tokijin. The sword did despise Inuyasha, but with tetsaiga and tensaiga together, it was no match against them. The sword would have no effect on Inuyasha.<br><br>"Tetsaiga and tensaiga can control tokijin. There is no need to remove it." If it was a real threat to his mate he wouldn't allow it around him, but Sesshoumaru didn't feel that it was a cause of concern at the moment.<br><br>"Rin sleeps in her own room." He wanted her to be independent, yet close by in case she came into danger. Only when she had particularly bad nightmares did he let her sleep with him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>05-08-2009, 11:22:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“How is it that I am too trust you Sesshomaru if you won’t trust me. Why do you need the blade? You can’t find a place to let it sit for one night so I can be comfortable with you?” Inuyasha would consent to the location, but he wasn’t ready to let go of his concern over that evil sword. “And while you are thinking about that, you can tell me if you love her. Do you love this little girl? Kagome seems to think you do, but I know you hate humans.” He reached over and lightly placed his hand on Sesshomaru’s shoulder.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>06-08-2009, 00:00:07</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"If someone else gets their hands on it they will be overpowered by its demonic aura." Inuyasha should be able to understand that, having seen the effects the sword could have on someone not strong enough to handle it. Tokijin's hatred of him would put him in danger, and so he wouldn't place it somewhere where his servants might touch it. They wouldn't take it, but they might move it. By then it'd be too late.<br><br>"Rin is different." Sesshoumaru didn't know if he had ever loved anyone. Not his cold hearted mother, not his betraying father, and not even his mate, not yet anyway. He didn't know what the answer was. "I care for her."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>06-08-2009, 07:33:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inyasha growls a little. He is not growling at his brother, but he is unhappy with the situation. “Can you at least lock it away somewhere, cover it up so I do not have to see it?” He felt al little strange negotiating over this and half a mind to retreat to his guest room for the evening. Still, if Sesshomaru could admit he cared for a human, that at least proved he was capable of feeling something other than anger and disinterest. <br>“If she wanders you, you don’t have to worry about me going after her.”<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>06-08-2009, 09:21:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru was getting annoyed with Inuyasha's subborness. It was only a sword that could not attack on its own, let alone with tetsaiga and tensaiga next to it. He knew he was about to throw a fit and storm off and he was going to let him. He wouldn't baby the man. "Simply don't look at it."<br><br>As for Rin, he would never allow Inuyasha to attack her. Even if he was his mate he would protect his pup fiercely. Even his instinct to submit wouldn't stop him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>06-08-2009, 10:12:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha sighed heavily. Sesshomaru would not give an inch would he? It was the same old dance again and again. His brother had to be right, wouldn’t’ give him even the comfort of putting that evil thing out of sight. “Fine.” He turned away and folded his arms, disappointed and annoyed. He doubted his assurance that he would be careful of Rin would be accepted either. “Let’s go inside, or do I need your permission for that too?”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>06-08-2009, 12:10:19</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Stop acting like a child. Do you expect me to change over night? I'll put away Tokijin when you remove that necklace." His tone was normal, but without the spite. If Inuyasha wanted to make unreasonable demands then he'd have to complete his first. That necklace belonged to that woman and he didn't like it on him. It irritated him and so did the knowledge that Inuyasha was so impulsive that he might just leave him for a chance with that human woman. Just like their father.<br><br>Getting out of the springs, he paused for only a moment before heading to his quarters as he was. One of his servants would have a towel ready for him but at the moment he didn't care. His thoughts were on Inuyasha and how his brother didn't understand what it meant to be mated.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>06-08-2009, 12:31:10</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha jumped out of the pool, his bare feet padding along the cool ground, wet hair sloshing around water and he hurried up to walk alongside Sesshomaru. “Well.” He looked a little embarrassed because he was. He did not want his half-brother to wind up hating Kagome, as he suspected she irritated him pretty badly which would not be surprising since she tended to irritate him on occasion too. “You see I would if I could. They’re actually umm sort of stuck on me. Kagome didn’t exactly trust me when I woke up, so she had these put on me so she could, you know, control me a little. That’s why I wore them in the bath.” <br><br>He grabbed Sesshomaru’s wrist suddenly, pulling him to halt unless the dog demon intended to yank him off his feet. “Hey, stop a minute. I am trying to talk to you here. I mean I know I said we should go inside, but I want you to believe me when I say she isn’t here right now. It’s not like I could go to here. She’s in her time.” He just assumed that was why he talked about the necklace, because it was linked to her.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>06-08-2009, 12:51:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He didn't like the thought of Kagome controlling his mate or the necklace being on him in the first place. It didn't matter if he couldn't take them off, he had the choice to force the human to do so and he didn't. That lack of action said more than he needed to hear.<br><br>Sesshoumaru resisted to pull away from Inuyasha and looked back at him. Of course he knew she wasn't here, he would have smelled her from miles away, but the mentioning of going to her irritated him even further. It wasn't just that, but more so the implication that if she wasn't from another time that he would go to her. Sesshoumaru being the one that was left when the two women were gone.<br><br>"How unfortunate for you." Pulling his wrist away, he glanced at him only for a moment before continuing back to his room. He was not going to argue with the hanyou in the hallway.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>06-08-2009, 22:21:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“Hey! What’s with you.” Inuyasha ran to catch up, this time walking behind him. “It’s true you know.&nbsp; This thing comes with a command word and all.” Hey yanked at the necklace, but as he stated, it was stuck and not going to budge. “It’s not like I screwed her or anything. Kagome is not like that. I can’t believe I am defending myself to you. I never took you for the jealous type Sesshomaru.”<br><br>He followed his brother right into the bedroom, dripping wet.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>07-08-2009, 11:18:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He waited until they were inside the room before closing the door and speaking. Talking naked in the hallways, arguing especially, was not something he was willing to do. Inuyasha didn't understand but that was to be expected. Still it irritated him a bit though.<br><br>"My mate is wearing something that belongs to someone else. Something that controls him. Of course I don't like it. You don't feel the same about this mating as I do." He still believed that he would leave him if he was given a true opportunity to be with either of those women, just like their father. If these feelings kept up he'd end up pushing Inuyasha away so he wouldn't have to keep questioning him and their mating. Before he got hurt.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>07-08-2009, 23:43:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“Well you know it has helped me in the past.” Inuyasha tried to defend his curse, though he was careful not to be too enthusiastic about it. “It’s not as bad as it seems Sesshomaru.” He felt a little annoyed, having to defend himself to someone who was so eager to attack him in the past. “And of course I don’t feel the same as you. Have you forgotten I am a half-demon? Even if someone did tell me about these things, I wouldn’t’ feel the same as you. What do you want from me? I am here now aren’t I. What, you expect me to stay around here for the rest of my life and just watch you rule over your realm? Am I not supposed to have friends anymore either?” He grabbed a towel, using to dry his hair at least, peering at his brother, confused by his reactions.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>09-08-2009, 01:22:07</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Nevermind." Of course the hanyou wouldn't feel the same, but he still hadn't wanted to think about it. Tomorrow, or in a few days, he would leave to return to his friends. Sesshoumaru knew there was no guarantee for their mating to last, and without it being a conscious decision he close himself off to Inuyasha. There was no need to get involved if it wasn't going to last. Inuyasha didn't want to be tied down.<br><br>Saying nothing further, he dried off and redressed himself in his sleeping gown, getting ready for bed.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>09-08-2009, 01:25:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“You know Sesshomaru. If you are not going to bother talking to me, I don’t even know why I am still here. I can’t read minds, and you don’t say anything.&nbsp; I am going back to my room. When you actually feel like, you know, doing something other than stare at me as if I m just an idiot, let me know.” Inuyasha left, still naked, red robes in hand to dress in the guest room.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>10-08-2009, 08:36:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru growled silently to himself, hating that Inuyasha didn't understand him and wasn't even trying. His half brother wasn't the smartest person there was but still his ignorance hurt. Eventually, over time, he wondered if it would even feel like it was worth it.<br><br>Closing his eyes for a moment, he then shut his door and got ready for bed, not having to worry about Tokijin now. It wasn't cold enough for it to bother him yet and so he laid down on top of the blankets, trying to ignore how wrong it felt not to have his mate with him..
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>10-08-2009, 08:51:07</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha climbed into his bed, almost feeling like he should leave, and this time actually keep going. He was frustrated, not understanding why his mind, his heart and his instincts all seemed to conflict with one another.&nbsp; In the center of this chaos, was his brother, Sesshomaru. <br><br>He stayed in bed for a couple of hours, not sleeping, not resting, just thinking. He wanted things to be simple again, to just have an enemy to chase and friends to protect, that had been simple enough. Instead, he was here with his half-brother and his wards . Sesshomaru did not admit to loving them, but Inuyasha remembered how many times his brother stopped what he was doing to go save them.<br><br>Quietly, Inuyasha stood and made his way to Sesshomaru’s room then, wishing his brother had agreed to get rid of that blasted sword. He’d hate to get cut down just walking in but took the risk He stood in the doorway for a moment, just looking at his brother, sleeping like a normal human being although he was not ordinary or even human for that matter. Setting his own sword nearby, Inuyasha climbed into the bed, lightly touching his brother’s shoulder and then kissing his neck. “Would it kill you to ask me once awhile, maybe even say you need me,” he whispered, scooting up behind him. “You don’t have to worry about her. I didn’t claim her, and I promise you that I am haven’t spent the night like this with her either.” His voice was soft, little more than air just in case Sesshomaru was actually sleeping.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>10-08-2009, 09:21:11</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He had been finding it hard to sleep but even if he had been asleep he would have awoken as soon as Inuyasha drew close to his room. His instincts awoke him at anything that wasn't familiar to him, and Inuyasha was in the transition of moving from enemy to mate. He wasn't used to him yet and it might take a while before he was.<br><br>His eyes were open and it was a moment before he responded, although he didn't otherwise react to his presence or touch. He believed that he hadn't been with her but that wasn't what was bothering him. It seemed that Inuyasha wasn't going to figure it out on his own though. Figured.<br><br>"It's the prospect that you'd leap at the chance to be with her if the opportunity were truly presented. That possibility makes it hard to say that I need you." Sesshoumaru wasn't the type to offer up his emotions lightly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>10-08-2009, 09:35:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha snorted, as if what Sesshomaru said was beyond ridiculous. “I spent years traveling with her. Don’t you think we had a chance t o do just that, to be with her?” He pulled Sesshomaru back against his chest, fingers resting on his brother’s waist. “I needed her, and she needed me, but we weren’t together, not really. I care for her deeply, and she cares for me deeply.” <br><br>He sighed a little, stroking Sesshomaru’s hair. Was he consoling his brother now? That seemed odd. “You can’t erase my past Sesshomaru, even if you want to pretend it didn’t happen. Not my childhood, not my friends, not our fights… you erase those things, and what I am then? Just a another half-demon I guess.”<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>10-08-2009, 09:46:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Even without those memories, you are my mate." If he was nothing other than another hanyou he would have simply dismissed him if he didn't notice he was his mate at first. Otherwise he would resist as he had done now but eventually would admit that this was his mate and that he needed him.<br><br>"You cannot keep using them against me either." They would get no where if he continually brought up the past just to get what he wanted and to make his point. Sesshoumaru would grow to resent it and might snap at him for it, which would only cause more fighting. He didn't want that to be what their relationship was like.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>10-08-2009, 09:50:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha chuckled , sniffing Sesshomaru’s long hair. It still smelled of the hot spring , and he enjoyed that. “That’s my human half. You better get used to it. We don’t forget and dismiss like demons. Memories make us who we are, they drive us. I can’t help that my childhood was so lonely and miserable, and I won’t try to forget it either. I am sure when Ryn goes up, she’ll talk about whatever it was she was doing before you got a hold of her.” 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>10-08-2009, 10:09:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"...Rin was an outcast of her village. She was scavenging for food and was killed by wolves." Perhaps it was her likeness to Inuyasha that made him save her, or maybe it was her kindness to a demon who could easily have killed her. Either way he hadn't wanted to leave her there and had come to care for her. In a way he was making up for Inuyasha's past, though it did nothing for the actual man. Sesshoumaru wouldn't tell him that. He'd only resent him further.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>10-08-2009, 10:19:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha ran his fingers lightly down Sesshomaru’s chest, feeling his strength and maybe just a hint of weakness there, vulnerability that he had not thought possible, but Naraku had seen it, used it against his brother. “She cute, for a kid.” He smiled a little, reaching around Sesshomaru’s body to grab his hand. “And it was kind of you to save her. I didn’t think you had it in you. I really didn’t. Then again, I didn’t think I would ever have you moaning underneath of me either.” His words were crude but his tone wasn’t. Inuyasha just marveled at the idea openly. “You are really full of surprises brother. Maybe I will surprise you too. I am already in your territory… that’s gotta be trust enough, for now.”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>10-08-2009, 10:23:50</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Our mating will fail without trust." There was no doubt about that. They'd become suspicious and snap at each other and it would end up tearing them apart, even with the bond working in their favor. Perhaps Inuyasha would surprise him. He had surprised himself by saving Rin and by how much he had wanted this mating, to have Inuyasha with him.<br><br>He didn't pull away from his hand and let him do as he pleased, curling his fingers around his hand. Sesshoumaru liked having his brother so close to him, pressed against him and touching him even if it wasn't sexually. It was nice.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>10-08-2009, 10:41:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha relaxed and just enjoyed lying here quietly. It was weird, really. He was used to protecting others, and though he held Sesshomaru, feeling rather protective with him, he also felt safe himself. No one would approach Sesshomaru’s home to start trouble lightly.&nbsp; “Well then I guess it is off to a get start since I am still here and lying in your bed, stroking your hair and squeezing your hand. You haven’t attacked me with those poisonous claws of yours.” He nuzzled Sesshomaru’s ear gently. “Your bed s nicer than the one you gave me too.” 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>10-08-2009, 11:22:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It wasn't complete trust, it would take a long time to get to that level, but there was a bit and that was a start. For a moment he wished they were unclothed again. Not necessarily to have sex, but just to feel their bare skin pressing against one another. The licking of his ear sent a tingling through him. He liked it and wanted him to keep doing it, but couldn't bring himself to ask.<br><br>"I won't attack you without reason. I want to stay like this." Being together was the whole reason he had left to find him. It satisfied his yokai and made him calm. He felt safe with Inuyasha.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>10-08-2009, 23:54:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“Well I am hoping you won’t attack me at all, but I suppose I can settle for without a reason for now.” Inuyasha sighed lightly against his neck. “I suppose sparring wouldn’t count, although I don’t remember you holding back much during training.” He’d seen Sesshomaru train when they were younger, but the two were not in each other’s company too long, for obvious reasons. The rivalry, it seemed to have started since birth.<br><br>“I guess I never took you for sentimental type.” He closed his eyes. It seemed so quiet here, almost quiet enough for him not to go seek out a fight, almost. Protecting the humans though, figuring out if that mountain demon worked for Naraku, that still drove him onward. Revenge and wanting to stop Naraku, that seemed more important than jewel shards now.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>11-08-2009, 00:55:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				There was nothing to be said in response to that and so he said nothing, instead lightly tightening his grip on Inuyasha's hand. With a soft sigh he closed his eyes and settled in again. The warmth of another person in bed with him was odd but welcome, Inuyasha's scent floating all around him. Already it was different from their childhood and in a good way. <br><br>"Sleep now. The rest can be taken care of tomorrow." It wasn't an order, just a statement of what he was going to do. A suggestion for him to follow.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>11-08-2009, 06:47:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha was a bit of a talker. He supposed he was like that because all his friends liked to talk and share and converse. It would take some time to adjust to this Sesshomaru’s near silence. He could do it though. Yes, just some time. “All right,” he murmured.<br><br>“Just don’t go anywhere in the morning without me.” He didn’t know his brother’s routine, but he figured Sesshomaru might wind up leaving earlier in the morning than he cared to get up. It took only a few minutes before Inuyasha dreamed about breakfast, maybe an omelet and some fish, broiled or roasted. He wasn’t picky, not yet anyway. Oh, and when Kagome came back, maybe he could share some potato chips with Sesshomaru. Yes, his brother might like something salty and so crunchy! Even in his sleep, his stomach grumbled.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>11-08-2009, 07:13:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I have Rin to take care of." He reminded him. He couldn't leave it to Jaken and it was true he would have left him in the morning to take care of her. It would have been to let him sleep, but Inuyasha might not have seen it that way. Inuyasha was already asleep though and so heard nothing. Sesshoumaru would deal with it in the morning though and relaxed into sleep.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>11-08-2009, 07:37:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha growled lowly. “All right, but not too far. You do not want me to have go chasing after you in the morning without breakfast and being fully awake. And I will track you down,” his words were muttered, hardly understandable really, but it hardly stopped him. “Not too far,” he repeated.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>11-08-2009, 08:42:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It was normal for Inuyasha to give him orders now that he was his dominant, but it was still hard to accept. Sesshoumaru didn't make comment on it though and would abide by his demands, but only since it was an easy order to follow. <br><br>In the morning he awoke early as he usually did and lingered for a moment in Inuyasha's arms before carefully slipping away from him, leaving him to sleep. After getting dressed he left to take care of Rin, who was already up and running around. He made sure she was properly dressed and ready for the day before they went to the dinning hall for breakfast. It had been a while and do sent Jaken to wake up Inuyasha.<br><br><br><br>"Wake up!" The little toad screeched as he threw open the door to lord Sesshoumaru's room. Gripping his staff nervously for a moment he then pointed it at Inuyasha, but not to use. His lord wanted this filfy half-breed to sit at his table and so he would! It was an honor! <em>Oh, why did Lord Sesshoumaru have to mate with a man like this? Why couldn't he have been destined for a beautiful purebred instead?</em>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>11-08-2009, 21:00:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha had to use every ounce of control not to flatten that toad with something other than a fist. He sat up, clearly agitated, gold eyes peering at Jaken with a look that could only be described as hate. “What the hell Jaken?” He stood up, stomping over to the small demon with his two headed staff, looking ready to pummel him good. “You better explain yourself if you want to be able to walk anytime soon. What’s the meaning of this intrusion?!”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>11-08-2009, 22:49:12</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jaken stopped and drew back a bit before puffing himself out, reminding himself that this was for Lord Sesshoumaru. Inuyasya was already rude to his master and it wouldn't be allowed to continue anymore! "Lord Sesshoumaru requests your presence at the breakfast table--don't keep him waiting!"<br><br>The half-breed could very well kill him but Lord Sesshoumaru had squashed him many times and he had survived. In any case, he would do anything for his great lord and no insignificant hanyou would stop him!
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>12-08-2009, 10:35:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“You know Jaken. I know Sesshomaru’s sword has special powers. I should just kill you where you stand to watch you come back to life so I can kill you again.” Okay, so he wouldn’t ever do such a thing to a simple pest, but the point was he could. He grumbled a little, getting up and spending just a minute or two pulling his claws through his hair before walking past Jaken and just giving him a whack on the head. He didn’t ask for directions because he didn’t need to. Inuyasha could spell his brother and followed that scent until he was nearing the so called breakfast table. He was about to snap at Sesshomaru, but decided against it. Somehow he figured that would start the day wrong. <br><br>“So what are we having?” He settled for that instead<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>15-08-2009, 21:46:29</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jaken gasped and leaned back a bit at his threat before puffing out again.<br><br>&nbsp;"Lord Sesshoumaru would never allow it!" Of course he would, and had done it himself, but Jaken could hide behind his words because his lord was so great. He would never put words into his mouth though. Jaken's eyes bugged out as he was clonked on the head as he had been many times before, making grumbling sounds before wandering after Inuyasha.<br><br><br><br>"Inuyasha." He said in greeting. Rin was waiting patiently as she always was, yet still bubbly and energetic. She didn't question his decision to have Inuyasha stay here or why he was here in the first place. It was one of the things he liked about her.<br><br>"A variety." Was all the said in reply to his question. After Inuyasha sat down, servants came in with food and sat the trays on the table. There were fruits, breads, and other assorted breakfast foods. Plates were in front of them.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>16-08-2009, 20:11:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha sniffed the air. He wasn’t very discreet about it either, but why should he be? There were interesting smells in the air. Something smelled good, but there were a few things he would be cautious of. He took a seat near Sesshomaru, looking at the little girl. Were they waiting for him? He wondered why since he did not ask them to. Still, eggs, he liked eggs and rice and mushrooms. He was about to grab himself some breakfast when he stopped to consider Sesshomaru for a moment. His brother was quiet again, but seemed patient.&nbsp; “Did you sleep all right?”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>17-08-2009, 03:07:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				His brother's lack of finesse wasn't surprising, but still a slight irritation. He was able to overlook it for there was no other company with him and therefore no talk that would arise from it. He'd have to ban his mate from meetings. The hanyou just didn't see why he had to act a certain way and would refuse. Sesshoumaru would lose face for not having his mate's support, but it was better than the alternative.<br><br>Still, he was pleasantly surprised that he didn't simply jump on the food and start inhaling it. Perhaps there was some slight hope for him. "Better than I have in a while."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>17-08-2009, 10:41:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It was weird; Inuyasha could have sword Sesshomaru was looking at him strange now. Sure, his expression looked like it always was, little more than a smooth marble and deep eyes just peering at him, giving him no hint of thought or feelings. Still, he felt like he was being studied and didn’t like it. His ears flattened a little and scowled but he managed to keep fro actually growling at the table. That would probably upset Rin maybe, and piss off his brother righteously. <br><br>His claws tapped the table a little impatiently. What were they waiting for? Now actual words, at least he could focus on that. “That is good to know. Maybe a little warmth…” His voice trailed off looking at the girl. All right, so maybe he would learn to resent a little girl in the end if he had to hold back all the time.&nbsp; “I think it’s best if you don’t send Jaken to wake me up again. I’ll probably kill him next time… you know, as a reflex.”<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>17-08-2009, 22:06:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"It will be noted." Inuyasha was nearing the end of his patience and Sesshoumaru had no need to hold breakfast up any further. He took something simple and with that Rin went ahead and started piling on her favorite foods, humming happily to herself as she did so. Sesshoumaru wasn't one for human food, but there was some he could stomach and tolerate.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>17-08-2009, 22:23:11</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha began to fill his plate, and he did fill it. Rice, fish and eggs, some pickled bamboo shoots. It had been awhile since he had this big of a breakfast, and he intended to enjoy it thoroughly. Still, for some reason, even as he was eating he kept looking at Sesshomaru. There was a disconnect between them, and he didn’t like it. For some reason, he wanted to see his mate smile or maybe indicate some pleasure about being at the table together. That noisy toad said he requested to the table, although it seemed odd to think of Sesshomaru requesting anything of anyone. It had to be a demand…right? He put his bowl down and reached over to touch Sesshomaru’s hand. He wondered how much affection his brother would put up with in front of others. He’d never seen Rin do much more than smile at the dog demon and assumed that was Sesshomaru’s doing.&nbsp; “You’re looking a little thin. Maybe some more rice would perk you up?”His ears perked forward, just a little.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>17-08-2009, 22:44:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				His attention was called to his mate when he put his bowl down, but more so when he touched his hand. Sesshoumaru didn't mind it. Inuyasha was testing his limits and he would allow him to. It was easier to let him discover for himself than to tell him what to do, concern for his mate wasn't something he was going to curb anyway.<br><br>"Perhaps." He ate enough to take care of himself and keep up his bodily performance, he just didn't see the need to over indulge. There were too many overweight, pompous lords out there already and he refused to ever be one of them. There was no need for Inuyasha's concern.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>18-08-2009, 00:42:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha was happy that Sesshomaru didn’t pull away or strike him, but the actual response he received seem rather muted considering his brother was in the company of those&nbsp; whom he probably felt most comfortable with and had not yet cracked so much as a smile. “Here.” Inuyasha picked up his power of cooked fish and rice and used his chopsticks to give Sesshomaru bigger helping. “You’ll need your energy, for later.” He teased, careful not to say more incase the girl was brighter than her age intended. If it was true, that she was dead and Sesshomaru brought her back to life, she already had an experience beyond human.<br><br>“I was thinking, if we don’t go to the mountain today, maybe we should go fishing.” It was silly really, but he thought it might be fun to hang around the river rather than this stuffy place. He knew his friends would be really upset with him for delaying going to the mountains, but he was a little nervous about the idea of having both of them in the heat of battle so soon.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>18-08-2009, 01:17:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru quirked a brow at Inuyasha at his insinuation. If he had not been cryptic about it he would have scolded him for it and were glad they were in private for he wouldn't have tolerated it any other way. If Inuyasha was planning on their having sex later, it'd depend on how he felt as well. So far he had no objections to it.<br><br>"I will go with you but I see no need to fish. Rin would like getting out." Rin smiled and gave him a 'thank you, lord sesshoumaru!' before turning back to her breakfast. Lightly he slipped his hand out of Inuyasha's so he could eat.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>18-08-2009, 03:25:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“What does need have to do with it? I mean, it can be fun. You know hunting like, except you’re not actually killing someone.” He grabbed some soy sauce and liberally applied to Sesshomaru’s refilled bowl. “If you are going to hang around me, you should know certain things about me right? And fishing can be fun and then you roast the fish by a fire.” Inuyasha could have eaten them raw; he knew that. Fish tasted better though cooked and with a crispy skin, seasoning if they had it.” He glanced at Rin. “Your pet and your toad can go swimming.” If they headed north, maybe he’d slip away and just get a peak near the pass. It could wind up being just a rumor after all, scared villagers talking.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>18-08-2009, 04:42:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It was one thing to eat it, but to fish for the sake of fishing he didn't understand and didn't see the appeal. There was a small frown at Inuyasha's additives. His concern was alright but he didn't need him deciding his meals for him. He also didn't like how Inuyasha was making him seem like some tag-a-long or how Rin was named his 'pet.' He knew Inuyasha had no attachment for her but it made him uneasy to hear hear it. She was his pup.<br><br>"I already said I would go. I will not agree to enjoy or engage in any other such activity ahead of time." Sesshoumaru was the submissive but he would not be treated as such all the time. He was not helpless.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>18-08-2009, 09:23:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“You could assume that you might have fun Sesshomaru. I find that helps a lot.” Although he was certain his human friends would point out that he was the one least likely to think about the positive side of things. “Don’t tell you don’t enjoy swimming?” He grinned, an almost wolfish looking gesture as he leaned a little towards Sesshomaru. “Have you gone cat on me… next thing you know you’ll start purring too,” Inuyasha teased, not that that particular sound would be unwelcome from his mate
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>18-08-2009, 20:50:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru's eyes narrowed slightly. Inuyasha was overstepping his boundaries and acting inappropriately at the breakfast table. He had tolerated a lot, but these insults disguised as goading was taking it too far. Instead of using physical force, he let his body language do the talking as he spoke.<br><br>"You're overstepping your boundaries." It was as close as he'd come to saying 'knock it off'. Next time it wouldn't just be a warning. He waiting until Inuyasha broke eye contact before quickly finishing his breakfast, his appetite not being in it.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>18-08-2009, 22:21:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha’s ears dropped. His brother had no sense of humor, not give in his quest to be ever proper. That was disappointing.&nbsp; He figured if Sesshomaru wasn’t going to be fun to be around, he wouldn’t be around him much after all. Inuyasha stood then, looking at his brother for a moment.&nbsp; He almost said something, almost yelled at him but instead, he simply walked away. He had his breakfast, and it was time to go to the river. Sesshomaru could come or not.&nbsp; He just didn’t care, or so he thought.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>18-08-2009, 23:48:11</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha was irritating. He had always been irritating, but now he was telling him that if he didn't play along with what he wanted then he had no need for him. Sesshoumaru didn't like the feeling that he could be thrown away if he didn't fit into what his brother wanted. It was rather ironic.<br><br>"Get ready." He told Rin, who quickly did as he ordered, as he went to his room to retrieve his swords, leaving Inuyasha's. It wasn't him he brought them for, but he was taking his child out and he wouldn't be caught off guard, not even on his own land. Let the hanyou think of it as he wanted. When Rin was ready she came to him, Jaken not far after and he lead them to the river at his own pace.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>19-08-2009, 00:10:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha had grabbed her sword and headed towards the river. He could have traveled a lot more quickly than he was, but he was simply walking as if he had his friends in tow. The half-demon wanted the time to think and fume. This was difficult. It was funny how Sesshomaru mentioned boundaries and rules after they were together, not before which seemed like a typical way for a demon to handle things. That half, the demon half, was a little less eager to explain things too but his human half demanded so much more, explanation, justification, reason… all those things were important to him and those he had got close to. He shook his head, pausing as he sniffed the air, they were coming it seemed, him and his little caravan of followers.&nbsp; A smile formed and Inuyasha kept walking. He hoped they would even if he wouldn’t ever admit to it.&nbsp; Still, at the river, he doubted they would wind up having any fun. Sesshomaru seemed allergic to humor and fun, and he didn’t know what else to do with his mate. Surely they were meant to do more than screw.<br><br>At the river side, he rested his sword and robes against the a tree, just holding keeping his lower garments and then waded into the river. He wasn’t hungry, but the fish would be tasty for later and if nothing else, he could drop it by a nearby village. He looked towards the pass, missing Kagome’s ability to sense jewel shards though nothing looked to monstrous in that direction now. At night, the rumors said, this thing attacked at night. Well that gave him some time at least, and he began looking for fish, his clawed hand ready to strike anything that neared him. At least he could take out his agitation on unsuspecting water. Splash! He struck at a big one but that was a quick one, and he missed it.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>19-08-2009, 02:02:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				When he got to the river he let Rin run off ahead of him and play in the water, Jaken running after her as her keeper. He was yelling at her about acting properly but Rin paid him no mind and Sesshoumaru would let him continue until it got annoying. His eyes roamed to Inuyasha and his mini fishing adventure. He still didn't understand fishing for fun, but it seemed important to Inuyasha. Setting his swords off with Inuyasha's things, he took a seat on a medium sized bolder that was mostly in the riverbed.<br><br>There he waited for a moment and as he knew it would, a fish was scared there by Inuyasha's splashing. With a quick movement he caught and killed it, leaving it to sit on the rock behind him. He kept an ear out for Rin and what she was doing. He was always aware of her just now as he was aware of his mate.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>19-08-2009, 05:35:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The first thing Inuyasha noticed was that Sesshomaru was staying near him, looked almost relaxed on that big boulder. He wondered, if he was expected to stay near home, what he would busy himself with. He was not suited for whatever it was a lord of demons did, and he hardly had the patience for children, not that he would really hurt one. He tolerated Shippo well enough. He shook his long white hair after a moment and looked at the fish his companion planted on a rock nearby. <br><br>“That’s a good size fish.” He splashed some water on himself, enjoying the cool experience to the warm day. “You know, it’s more fun if you get in the water though.”<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>19-08-2009, 07:29:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I'm fine where I am." He added more on for Inuyasha would only get annoyed if he didn't. "I prefer watching." There was just something about sitting back and watching others have fun that appealed to him. He liked seeing his pup and mate happy and being able to partake in that without actually having to engage in the activity. Sesshoumaru hadn't been allowed to play much as a child and so the act of it seemed unbecoming for someone of his stature.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>20-08-2009, 02:25:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha’s ears perked forward. It was the first sign of interest and possible mischief from him though he controlled the impulse to actually outright annoy his brother. Instead he went over to the rock and hung on the side, his eyes narrowing slightly at the sword on Sesshomaru’s hip. “Does it bother you to kill demons? I mean, isn’t it like killing your own kind or something?”&nbsp; Part of him was just curious, the other part was concerned. He’d killed a lot of demons, was probably going to kill a lot more. They were bad demons though, evil, though some would claim so was Sesshomaru.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>20-08-2009, 05:02:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Demons kill and are killed, that's just the way it is. If you cannot survive then you were not meant to." Sesshoumaru used other demons as he saw fit, whether it be as tools or means to gain political standing. He had killed and would kill many other demons. It wasn't as though every human cared about every other human. It was only those closest that were given any sort of consideration.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>20-08-2009, 10:45:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha could have snapped at his brother, his mate again for not really responding in a fashion that he found useful. This time, however, he decided to try a different tactic. He wasn’t foolish, after all, so much as impatient. He’d try something knew after not achieving much success with his other tactics. “Do you know why I asked you Sesshomaru?”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>20-08-2009, 20:09:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He took a calculating look at Inuyasha and went over the things he knew about why he was here. There was an obvious connection between his questioning and the demon his brother wanted to kill. He was perfectly capable of handling said demon on his own so there was no need for Sesshoumaru to follow him. The dog lord did not plan on becoming another tag-along of his little brother's.<br><br>"You are capable of taking care of the demon on your own." It was his responsibility but he trusted that his mate would be able to handle things.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>21-08-2009, 01:36:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“Well I am not sure if that is an answer to my question or not.” Inuyasha voiced his thoughts aloud. He was pretty certain it wasn’t addressing what he asked, at least not directly which made communication with Sesshomaru even more difficult than it already was.&nbsp; “If it is an answer, it’s not the right one. If it wasn’t an answer, then I am not sure why you said it.” He did his best to keep his tone and words calm, try not to agitate his brother too terribly. “I was asking you because I care whether or not you are comfortable with what I am doing.”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>21-08-2009, 02:32:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I have no problem with it nor any reason to stop you." Some of the demons he had killed and were after were his enemies as well, so at times Inuyasha had unknowingly done him favors. He wouldn't tell him that unless he had to, but it was the truth.<br><br>This distance between him and his mate was starting to bother him though and he knew that it was also his fault. It was hard to show emotions when he had been taught to and went all his life showing little to none. Sesshoumaru couldn't change over night. No one could.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>22-08-2009, 08:40:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“All right. I guess that means I am going to have to trust you to let me know when something makes you uneasy, you know something that isn’t just annoying you.” Inuyasha kept smiling. It seemed natural to smile now, teasing Sesshomaru as he was while at the same time letting him know he was being serious.&nbsp; “If you won’t join me in the water, can I join you on the rock?”
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>23-08-2009, 06:34:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Yes." It was an answer to both questions really, but he did want his mate to join him, even if it was only for a little bit. There was an instinctual need to be close to his mate and to have him right next to him at all times, at least until their relationship was fully established. Sesshoumaru desired being comfortable with his mate as well as being able to communicate without words.<br><br>Moving slightly, he allowed for more room for his mate, still acutely aware of his pup although he seemingly wasn't paying attention to her.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>24-08-2009, 00:54:11</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha jumped up onto the rock, and he wasn’t particularly graceful doing it either. A few millimeters in the right direction and he would have threatened to knock Sesshomaru right off. Fortunately, he wasn’t&nbsp; so much clumsy as he was impulsive, and managed to settle on the rock with minimal pushing and only a bit of water hitting his brother. His wet hand did wind up grabbing his mate’s and he looked up at the sky, long hair smoothed and dripping with water. “This is kind of weird, don’t you think?” Weird wasn’t the perfect word for what he felt, but he it was hardly comfortable. Naturally he was not referring to what they were doing now but the idea that they were mates. It wasn’t easy for him. Maybe it wasn’t easy for Sesshomaru either, but he doubted his brother would admit to anything like that. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>24-08-2009, 04:04:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				There was a slight frown as he was splashed with water, but it hadn't been on purpose so he did nothing in reaction to it. Holding his hand, however, was something he liked, though he may not ever admit it. Either way he didn't let him go. He had been thinking the same things when he had commented. To have fought with his brother for so long only to find out he was his mate was strange indeed. It would take a long time to get used to it, but he would.<br><br>"It will take getting used to." He admitted, but it was something he wanted.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>25-08-2009, 01:19:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha looked at the river, feeling refreshed and energized by his cold dip, and the large fish lying next to them would be at least worthwhile. It certainly was sizable enough for sharing though he wasn’t convinced Sesshomaru would partake of anything he cooked. Maybe Rin would enjoy it later, and that toad whom he guessed he would have to learn to tolerate. He growned at little just thinking about Jaken who always tormented him with insults when they met.<br><br>&nbsp;He blinked at his brother when he spoke and smirked. “You mean getting used to having me around? I suppose so. You’ll have to adjust to my friends too.” Telling them what happened he didn’t look forward to that at all. They’d never understand. They were humans after all although Shippo might. It was still iffy with the fox demon since he was just a kid. “So my plan is to go to the mountain tonight and fish out that demon tonight. They say he attacks travelers in the pass at night, might as well act like one.” And from his past experiences, these aggressive demons were hardly picky with who they chose to attack.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>25-08-2009, 01:46:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sesshoumaru didn't eat much, he had never needed to, but he would nibble if it made his mate happy. Rin would like the meal at any rate, reminding him of when he had first met the girl and she had tried to feed him cooked fish she had caught. She had never complained about what she had been given to eat or anything he did, something he liked about her.<br><br>"I will tolerate them but do not expect me to accept them." If he didn't like someone then he just didn't like them and that's all there was to it. He would tolerate them for his mate but he would probably never be 'friends' with them. Inuyasha would have to accept that. <br><br>"I will go with you." Inuyasha didn't need any help but they were new with their bond and so he needed to spend more time together. If their bond was not strengthened, it could possibly be broken. He would not give up his mate so easily.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>25-08-2009, 06:12:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“Oh I expect you to accept and do that right away Sesshomaru,” he warned, his voice low to keep the others from overhearing them. “But you don’t have to like them. Hell, I barely tolerate them myself.” Okay, so that was not exactly true. He liked them a lot and the hitting and the insults, those were only occasionally done. He leaned over and gave Sesshomaru a light kiss on neck and then a quick peck on the check. “And you only get to come if you swear to me you won’t interfere. I won’t have you fighting my battles for me. It’s bad enough when the others do it. Always acting like I need help.” He scowled, thinking about the others and in general not willing o admit he had limitations. “And if you want to be around me, you’ll keep your toad from flapping his tongue too.” Inuyasha was hardly serious about that last one, but he figured he might as well give it a try.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>25-08-2009, 18:12:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha's demands were not extreme but it was still hard to give up control even to his mate. He would get used to it, but it would be a while before it came natural. That natural submission made him nervous but it shouldn't affect his responsibilities too much.<br><br>"I'm not going to fight your battles for you, but nor will I adhere to your every demand." It was more of a statement rather than a challenge, but it was hard to keep it going the other way. He was trying but he had been in control his entire life.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>26-08-2009, 05:12:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha bounced his shoulder against his mate’s. “It’s a little early to be telling me no to something I haven’t asked yet isn’t it? How do you know you won’t like it? For instance, what I told you to give me a kiss right now and when we got back, I’d wash your hair again?” His playful nature began to surface again, which really was better than his short temper he figured.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>28-08-2009, 23:54:00</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I never said I wouldn't follow most orders." To show his acceptance of this he leaned in and kissed Inuyasha possessively. Just because he was the submissive didn't mean he couldn't take charge and show just how much he wanted his mate. It was easier to be dominant rather than submissive, but that didn't mean he forgot his place or still didn't want to be beneath his brother.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>29-08-2009, 08:07:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				That kiss was nice, and stronger than he expected. Inuyasha supposed that it would be unlike Sesshomaru to do much half-ass but still it was a pleasant surprise. It left his lips warm and his toes curled though he was neither content nor interested in simply receiving such a warm kiss. His fingers moved to Sesshomaru’s hair, tugging slightly as he returned the kiss with a fire of his own though he was careful not to get too carried away. This was hardly a private place even if every bone in his body seemed eager beyond reason to throw his mate down to the ground and see this to a most delicious conclusion.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>30-08-2009, 20:17:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The heat his mate gave off made him want to comply and assume a submissive position, but his attention to his pup wouldn't allow it. Inuyasha was holding back because of that and he was grateful for it. Sesshoumaru didn't want to disturb his mate by pushing him away if things went to far, though if his mate's demands continued they'd have to find somewhere private to continue.<br><br>Jaken was making gasping and other shocked sounds near Rin, but he ignored him. The toad would either get used to this or Sesshoumaru would kill him. Jaken was loyal, but not irreplaceable. Rin would accept whatever he chose, he knew that.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>02-09-2009, 06:00:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha gave Jaken his most murderous look. That toad was beyond irritating, and yet his loyalty to his brother seemed remarkable, misplaced. What has Sesshomaru done to deserve such followers? He wanted to know so much more, to understand his mate. He suspected Sesshomaru already assumed he knew a great deal of his younger brother. He looked forward to proving a few things wrong.<br><br>When their intimate moment cooled down just a bit, and Inuyasha found a position that let him lounge and lay his head back. “So you do ever ride that two headed thing that you have the toad pulling around or do you walk everywhere?”<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>03-09-2009, 20:24:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"There is no need. I am faster than Aa-Un." He had actually keep the beast at first to replace the arm he had lost, but with the other dragon arm he had found that that option didn't work for him. Therefore Aa-Un had become a way of transportation for Rin and Jaken when he flew, or for when Rin was tired and needed to rest. There was no other reason to keep the beast.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>04-09-2009, 06:48:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				“You’d be even faster if you left them behind.” Inuyasha didn’t say that to suggest that his brother actually leave them behind. He was beginning to think that Ryn, this weird Aa-un and maybe even that toad might have had an effect on his brother that made this rather mundane conversation possible. Sesshomaru was already talking in full sentences and answering questions he might have thought beneath him before. There was a soft spot in him for certain, as he could see any of those others being even marginally as helpful as his friends turned out to be.&nbsp; Hell, Shippo was constantly getting in trouble, and he wasn’t nearly as weak as a human child would be.” Inuyasha leaned over and kissed Sesshomaru’s neck again. It was not as if much skin elsewhere was exposed.&nbsp; “A few more fish and we should go. It will be easier to get information from people during than the day at night.”<br><br>Inuyasha hopped down from the rock and began to root around in the water again for fish.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>08-09-2009, 09:35:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I won't abandon my pup." He knew Inuyasha was testing to see just how much he cared for them and he wouldn't let him think that Rin was expendable. Sesshoumaru may not show a lot of emotion but it didn't mean he was incapable of feeling it. That was the reason he was speaking this much to Inuyasha to begin with. He didn't like letting others know his thoughts and feelings.<br><br>Since his mate wasn't outright demanding things of him he allowed him to take the lead. As his dominant it was his given right, but things had always been different with them. They didn't fit any of the standards and Sesshoumaru was fine with that, as long as they found common ground to meet upon.<br><br>He let his mate catch the fish, since he was the one who had wanted them, but still watched him anyway.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>09-09-2009, 04:45:00</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha smiled as Sesshomaru made his declaration. Naturally, Inuyasha assumed his brother would not abandon his pup easily, and that if she slowed him down, as they all must slow someone like his brother down, that he cared for them on some level. Still, he wondered what caused his brother to go traveling as he did in the first place, traveling in such a way that they had frequently encountered and fought one another.&nbsp; He didn’t say anything about that, not while he was fishing, fishing and thinking.<br><br>The fishing went on for another hour or so until he had a good amount of them to eat later and even found some vines to use to string them together for the journey. If the others were here, one of them would have had a net or rope or string for something like this. Damn it. He was getting too used to having human friends around to handle this sort of annoying thing. His flattened ears however perked up as he realized he at least had someone to carry them for him. He would have thrust the bundle on the toad if he had any confidence that Jaken wouldn’t toss them or drag them on the ground, but instead he used his vine and attached it to one of that dragon’s necks. That would do nicely. He was looking entirely too pleased with himself when he returned to his brother. “Let’s go find ourselves a demon to slay.” He said that assuming that the rumors were true and that a murderous demon was to be found in the mountains. <br><br>With one more glance at Sesshomaru, he started heading towards the road and towards the mountains. He wasn’t jumping or anything like that. He figured there was no hurry, and his brother would need time to get his brood together anyway.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>09-09-2009, 21:24:29</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Rin." Was all he needed to say for his pup to stop playing and start getting ready to leave. He wouldn't travel while she was still in wet clothing so Inuyasha would have to wait if he wanted to walk with them. Walking behind him didn't bother him, it was like tracking. After Rin got out of the river, Sesshoumaru gave a look to Aa-Un. <br><br>Inuyasha hadn't thought it through when he had tied the fish to the dragon's neck. He would eat them without orders to do otherwise. It was different with Sesshoumaru. Aa-Un knew not to mess with anything of his, or his pup's, but this was a new experience for him. He would have to learn how to deal with Inuyasha as well, as they all would.<br><br>Keeping track of his scent, they followed after his mate once Rin was ready. Jaken was making comments about his mate but after a glance in his direction he shut up and remained mostly silent, turning his attention back onto Rin. It was hard for them not to fall into old habits with each other, but it was something all of them had to work on, except perhaps for Rin. She accepted whatever he decided without question.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>13-09-2009, 07:39:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inuyasha went a few hundred yards before he realized that Sesshomaru and his little group were not following. He turned to wait for them, frowning slightly at how slow it was getting them going again, but then, watching Sesshomaru walk calmly towards him as if he had not just fussed over the little girl. That his fish had been in danger was completely lost on the half-demon. In truth, he would have reacted in anger to losing them even though it was a small matter. They’d find food somewhere else easily enough though he supposed he still remembered the nights he had gone without over the years.<br><br>“So I was wondering,” he began, continuing down the road when his brother caught up to him. “Does she even know who I am? I mean, what did you tell her about me?” It might bother him, he realized, if she thought so little of him and just didn’t show it. Jaken’s attitude was clear, but the toad focused on his lineage and half-demon status, nothing else. That he was just as strong as his brother seemed irrelevant to the pest, but the little girl, she hardly said anything at all. Based on Sango, Miroku, and Kagome, humans weren’t likely to be so quiet.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>13-09-2009, 22:24:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"She knows you're my brother and that we have not been on the best of terms." Inuyasha had seen Rin many times and had spoken with her as well. He knew that she knew him and their relationship. She was a smart girl and had probably figured out what was happening between them, although the full meaning of it wouldn't be understood until she was older.<br><br>Rin was humming as she followed them, not bothering Sesshoumaru as he liked it. Truthfully she had been observing them to see how their new relationship was forming and if it would last. It might just be a temporary thing. Either way she didn't dislike Inuyasha and wanted to play with him when they had time.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>14-09-2009, 08:44:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Naturally, Sesshomaru’s answer was too simple to really satisfy the question lingering in his mind, but he was happy that it sounded like maybe his brother wasn’t too eager to talk about him in a rather unflattering matter after all. <br><br>“Isn’t this going to end our line,” he said suddenly. “I mean, you were always so proud about your lineage and this kind of stops the old family tree doesn’t it?” He didn’t mean to sound so nonchalant about his thoughts, only that his brother seemed so focused on duty that he still found it difficult to accept that this was actually Sesshomaru’s choice.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Tachi</strong> on <strong>15-09-2009, 01:23:59</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I am well aware of that." His mother would not be happy with his decision but she had no power over him. It was true that their line would die out. Sesshoumaru knew there were several options to avoid that but none of them sounded appealing to him. He doubted Inuyasha was aware of them except for the more obvious one of having surrogate mothers and he wasn't going to inform him of them.<br><br>Inuyasha was still questioning him and he wondered how long it would continue. Would they ever learn to trust each other?
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Within the Heart of the Deep, Deep Forest (Tachi &amp; Nessy)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Nessy</strong> on <strong>15-09-2009, 19:01:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It was weird. Inuyasha felt like he could almost sense Sesshomaru’s displeasure at the moment. No, he could read the other’s mind or even point out what slight feature’s shifted in that beautiful, cool expression to explain why he felt as he did. Regardless of why, Inuyasha prompted an explanation, just in case. “You know, I’m only asking cause I just find it hard to believe you would choose me. There are easier choices. And, well I know this mating thing is different than what human’s do.” It was a messy explanation and an incomplete one so he tried again. “I am more likely take it easy on you if I knew it was as hard for you to do this as it is for me.”
			</dd>
		</dl>
		<div id="footer" class="smalltext">
			
			<span class="smalltext" style="display: inline; visibility: visible; font-family: Verdana, Arial, sans-serif;"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?action=credits" title="Simple Machines Forum" target="_blank" class="new_win">SMF 2.0.19</a> |
 <a href="https://www.simplemachines.org/about/smf/license.php" title="License" target="_blank" class="new_win">SMF © 2021</a>, <a href="https://www.simplemachines.org" title="Simple Machines" target="_blank" class="new_win">Simple Machines</a>
			</span>
		</div>