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Purple Haze

By: Aurora Collins

Disclaimers: I do not own Inuyasha or any of the characters associated with it. I'm only borrowing the characters to amuse myself and hopefully others. ^__^

       
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        "Are you done packing Kagome?" Sesshomaru asked as he waited by the door. Kagome closed her small bag and replied, "Yeah, I didn't have that much stuff." She gripped the bag and followed Sesshomaru out of her hospital room. "Why are you escorting me anyway? I'm sure I could have found my living quarters," Kagome mentioned. Sesshomaru glanced at Kagome as they walked. She still didn't know the laws, but he would explain those to her tonight once she was settled into his apartments.

      "You don't have your own living apartments. You'll be living in mine. I have an extra room set aside just for you," Sesshomaru mentioned.

        Kagome had to walk at a fast pace to keep up with the demon. "I guess that's okay. There's probably not enough room for everyone." Sesshomaru didn't say anything as they continued walking. Soon they came to his living quarters and a digital female voice rang,
      "Good afternoon Lord Sesshomaru. You have no appointments today. Tomorrow…"
      Sesshomaru grunted, "Be quiet SSU. I'll look at my schedule later."

      "Yes Lord Sesshomaru," SSU answered, than followed with an abrupt silence.

        Kagome looked at the ceiling and asked, "What was that?"

      "She's just a device I use as a secretary. It gets annoying after a while. I'm thinking about getting the blasted thing removed," Sesshomaru replied as they made their way up a small set of stairs. He made an immediate left and the door automatically shifted open. The room lit up and it showed an empty room. "This will be your bedroom," the demon announced.

      Kagome saw the dull sand colored walls and nervously laughed, "Hehe… you're kidding right? There's nothing in here."

        Sesshomaru smirked, "You have a lot to learn. This panel on the wall holds the controls to this room. The furniture is in the walls and having them compressed like this leaves space for everything." The dog flicked a couple of buttons and a bed, nightstand and desk popped out of the walls. The room seemed very crowded now.

      Kagome's eyes grew wide with surprise, "Oh wow! This is awesome. I've never imagined anything like this. Is there anything else I need to know about?"

      "You'll learn as you go," Sesshomaru said nonchalantly.

      Kagome just nodded, "Of course and I know that if I have a question then I can just ask you."

        Kagome set her bag on the bed and sat down on the bouncy mattress. It felt like air under her weight.

      "If you don't need anything else then I'll be on my way," Sesshomaru said. Kagome held out her hand, "Wait, please don't go. I was wondering if I could maybe go see my brother now."

      Sesshomaru shook his head, "Not right now." Kagome huffed almost like a child, "Alright, so when can I see him."

      "Perhaps in a few days at the most," Sesshomaru practically lied. He didn't know when Kagome could see Souta.

        Kagome chewed her lip for a moment, "If I can't see my brother, then how about showing me something."

      Sesshomaru cocked an eyebrow, "What did you have in mind?"

      Kagome smiled, "I want to see the Earth. I heard SSU and she said that you have no appointments today."

      Sesshomaru thought for a moment and said, "If you want to go then you'll have to get dressed in appropriate clothes. Your hospital clothes won't do."

      Kagome blushed, "Well it's all I had…"

      Sesshomaru clicked on the control panel and called on SSU. "SSU, deliver some clothes that fit Kagome," Sesshomaru demanded.

      "Yes Lord Sesshomaru," SSU responded.

        Within moments a small portion of the ceiling opened up and a small package was delivered.

      "What was that?" Kagome said, astonished at all the technology.

      Sesshomaru thought it was amusing and cute how she got so excited over something so small as mail being delivered. Sesshomaru caught himself. He thought she was cute? He must be getting sick or something. "It's just the mail Kagome. Nothing special," the demon said in his monotone voice. Kagome couldn't help but smile at his short response.

      She opened the package and found clothing that was foreign to her. The first article of clothing that she picked up was red in color, but the material itself was baffling. It was as if it were made of elastic, yet still soft to the touch. While sifting through the box further, she discovered a jacket of sorts made from material that she was familiar with, yet it looked odd to her. This jacket came down to her thighs almost like a dress, while a huge zipper adorned the front. The last article of clothing she found were a pair of black boots with buckles on the sides. When she lifted the footwear she realized that they were nearly weightless. It surprised her how light they actually were. Kagome expected something heavier, but then again, all the clothing was alien in nature.

      Kagome did a double take into the box and she realized that something important was missing. Her face turned a shade of pink when she knew she had to ask Sesshomaru a foreboding question. Sesshomaru saw her stall and asked, "What's the matter?"

      Kagome gave off a nervous laugh and replied, "I don't see any... underwear." At the mention of her missing undergarments, Sesshomaru's face flushed a deep crimson before turning away.
"Kagome, I know you're still getting used to this all...but we've made certain advances in the field of clothing. Undergarments are no longer necessary, that's what that red suit is designed for," he tried to explain.

      Kagome felt her jaw drop, "I don't think so. I need underwear. I don't care what kind they are. I would feel naked without it." She couldn't help but admit it.
"That is utterly ridiculous Kagome," Sesshomaru said while facing her once more. Kagome shook her head, "It isn't ridiculous. Just give me some material and I'll make my own."

      Sesshomaru raked his claws through his hair and sighed, "You don't understand. No one has the means to just get anything they want. There is protocol and resources are scarcer than they were in your time. Everyone has to make do with what they have."

      Kagome puckered her lips in distaste, "Well fine then..." She felt almost like a child by saying that, but she couldn't help herself. It was as if something precious to her had been ripped away without notice. Yeah, to most people they were just panties, but she still felt they were important. Kagome harrumphed, sounding almost like a baby elephant as she pushed Sesshomaru's back. "Well just get out then, I need to change!" The automatic door slid open and Kagome quickly turned around after discarding the dog outside where he belonged.

      Sesshomaru was about to say something in reply as the door slid shut, a low beep signaling that it was now locked. He growled under his breath as he 'allowed' the woman some privacy. On the other side of the door, Kagome quickly shed her hospital gown. But she froze as she stood naked in front of her new clothing, a new revelation struck her. How was she going to put on the under-suit? There were no zippers, buttons, or even Velcro on the entire piece. Kagome yanked on the suit trying to pull it over her body, but in the end it snapped and slapped her on her buttocks. She yelped in pain, rubbing her sore bottom where a red mark was already apparent.

      She didn't want to admit defeat just yet, so she examined the suit with a keen eye, just trying to find some hint on how to put it on. She yanked, pulled and tugged the material over her legs and up to her torso. Kagome felt herself break into a sweat she took in one huge breath and got the suit over her breasts. The moment that the material clamped down up to her collarbone, she felt her chest tighten. It was hard to breathe in the material, it was almost suffocating. She felt the material begin to slip off her body and once again it snapped creating yet another red mark on her stomach. Seemingly defeated she angrily tore the suit off and threw it across the room.

      Kagome stormed to her bed, grabbed her hospital gown and meshed it to the front of her body. She was just so frustrated that she was to the point of almost not caring and she definitely didn't want to let him have the satisfaction of her needing his help. But now, she had no choice...it was either get his help, or deal with more pain and frustration from that infernal bodysuit. Grudgingly she unlocked the door and it slid open. She poked her head out to see Sesshomaru leaned against the wall with his arms crossed. "Sesshomaru," she said in a demanding voice, "I think I might need your help with something."

      Sesshomaru opened up one eye and smirked, knowing what her problem was. He could hear her from the room and could almost feel her frustration. He got up from the wall and forced his way into her room. "I didn't say I needed you to dress me; just tell me what I need to do," Kagome said while trying to push at his chest. In the process of pushing him, however, the gown started to slip and she grabbed it back up quickly while blushing. "I need to show you and it doesn't matter because I've seen you naked before," the dog lord announced. Kagome didn't know how red her face could get, "W-When did you see me naked?" "Does it matter?" Sesshomaru questioned. She could only nod. "When you got out of the pod. I found you and took you to the infirmary. We've wasted enough time already," he proceeded to get further into the room.

      Kagome didn't know that he was the one to practically rescue her for a second time. Now she was enamoured of him even more for all that he had done. She stepped aside and allowed him to come into her room without further resistance.

      He took the suit off the floor and shook it out. "Turn around," he commanded. Kagome did as he bade and showed him her naked back. Sesshomaru tried his best to hide a chuckle as he saw the big red welt on her left butt cheek.

      "What's so funny?" she huffed out. Sesshomaru didn't answer as he walked up to her. He was so close that Kagome could feel his hot breath on her skin.

      She shivered as he put his arms around her, but it wasn't in an embrace. He dropped down to a squatting position as he instructed her to step into the garment by tapping her right calf. He winced as something strong entered his nasal passages. It wasn't an unpleasant scent, far from. It was much more pleasant than he could express. It was also overbearing, enough for him to squint his eyes and wrinkle his nose. The scent of lavender and vanilla were prominent, but also an oriental hint of sandalwood. It was the most alluring smell he had ever known and he wondered why he never noticed it before. He was forced out of his reverie when Kagome snapped, "Are you done yet?" He could hear the tenseness in her voice and it was probably because she was embarrassed.

      He muttered a half-hearted apology as he instructed her then to slip in her other foot, shimmying the suit to the feet. With a quick motion, enough to startle Kagome, he had it pleasantly positioned at her neck. "There," he said curtly.
      Kagome smoothed her hands over the material and it felt nice and snug. It actually felt wonderful. She got the overcoat and it was easy enough to put on as well as the boots. After brushing out her hair they were now on their way to go see the Earth. It was silent as they went down the corridor.

      "Sesshomaru," Kagome said to get his attention.

      "Hnn..." was his only response.

       "Thank you for helping me," a small smile spanned her lips. Sesshomaru merely nodded to her as they continued their walk. He couldn't get that smell out of his nose and it was driving him crazy. His mind wasn't in the right place and he was startled when Kagome spoke.
       "I know this might seem inconvenient, but I'm really hungry," Kagome admitted. Before Sesshomaru could respond he heard a small growl come from her stomach. Her face turned bright red when her stomach spoke out.  

He wouldn't admit it, but he was starting to feel the uncomfortable gnaw of hunger as well. "Alright then, you have been sleeping a long time and having nothing but fluids to sustain you. We'll get something to eat and then you can see the Earth." It sounded like a good idea to her, in fact it sounded like the best idea ever. After going through so many twists and turns, Kagome could honestly say that she was lost in the maze. They made one more turn and when she thought she would see metal again, she was surprised to see that there was suddenly a garden. The pathway shifted from metal to cobblestone as they entered the atrium. And the garden itself, if one could call it something so simple, was astounding.

      It wasn't like a typical forest, but more like a jungle. There were so many plants and trees that Kagome had never seen before. The flowers held such radiant color that they almost looked fake. As they continued on the path they came over a bridge. Kagome stopped and pointed at the water, "Look Sesshomaru! Look at all those coy fish!" She gazed at them with a grin and asked, "I can't help but wonder how something like this could be made in space." Sesshomaru was more than happy to explain,

      "Well, it was a culmination of the greatest minds on Earth, as well as trillions of dollars collected between all of us Demon Lords. The project was created, as you know, to help save the human race. The first station was finished on Earth about ten years after you were put into cryostasis. When it was launched, it was a global spectacle because there were many who doubted the chances of getting something so massive into space. The rest were built in space, a total of five stations. Each houses around a hundred and forty thousand individuals, as well as enough space for all of the necessary storage and supplies."

"We terraformed the earth and sent massive chunks into these stations so that they would feel more like home to the residents, to help ease the longing for Earth as best we could. Believe it or not, many demons were just as affected by the loss of Earth due to their necessity here in space." He paused and looked down at her once more, the gaze of wonder was a bit strange to him. Then again, she had been sleeping for about a hundred years.

"We're currently on the sixth station, which does not have any of the terraformed Earth. This station houses all of those in cryostasis, as well as the scientists, main engineers, and us...the Demon Lords. There are roughly fifty thousand residents here and as you can imagine, less crowded than the other five stations." Kagome nodded along, trying to grasp every bit of this knowledge. "Wow...that's really impressive."

"Indeed, it was demon-kind's greatest achievement...one of the few actually shared with mankind. Right now, however, we're in an area known as the Atrium. It was put here to give the inhabitants of this station somewhere to go that isn't the stifling metal cage that we've grown accustomed to."

      Kagome nodded, "It's lovely and I can't believe how much work had been put into this. It's just so amazing." It was silent for a little longer before they continued through the atrium and into another metal corridor. Kagome was sad to see the garden leave her view. Eventually they came to the main eating area, a grand plaza with many different food carts, as well as in store vendors. The ceiling in this area was a high dome that was translucent, allowing the gazer to view the gallant array of stars. Kagome didn't know how many times she could be surprised today, but she knew that it was far from over.
      On the far wall Kagome saw some contraptions that glowed a hue of blue. She tugged on Sesshomaru's sleeve and asked, "What's that?"

      His disinterest was unnerving when he answered, "Those are just Inshouku. It's just a machine that makes food for you. You tell it what you want and it makes it."

       Kagome giggled, "It's just the japanese word for food. What a silly name."

      "I would have to agree with you on that one," Sesshomaru said as they made their way over to the vendors. Kagome wavered over the machine and she had this growing need to poke it. "Just tell it what you want," he said impatiently.

      Kagome thought for a moment and tried to think of something she didn't have for a long while, "I want sashimi, white rice and some soy sauce."

      "That's it? Anything you could have chosen to eat and you choose that?" Sesshomaru was baffled.

      Kagome put her hands on her hips, "And what's so wrong with my choice in food?"
      "Nothing I suppose. I want kobe beef, and a rich salad of assorted greens," Sesshomaru said to the machine. Kagome sputtered, "Kobe beef! That's just so expensive!" Sesshomaru just shrugged his shoulders, "I'm a demon lord. I can have practically whatever I want."

      "What?" Kagome had to let it sink in a little bit. Then she understood and went into a literal rage, "Who do you think you are!? You can have whatever you want my foot! SIT!"
      Kagome stopped short of her tirade and realized what she just said. It brought back memories and she looked up at Sesshomaru. At first he looked mad but then she saw a hint of a smile. Did he think she was funny or something? "I think that would only work on Inuyasha, if he still had his rosary that is," he stated.

      "Sorry, old habits die hard," Kagome said as she quickly grabbed her food and found a table to sit at. Sesshomaru followed and they ate in silence. Kagome felt so embarrassed about what she said to him and she knew she was out of line. Once their meal was done they left the eating area and made their way down another maze of hallways.

      "Are we going to see the Earth now?" Kagome asked, now getting very excited.

Sesshomaru nodded, "Yes and this is actually the perfect time."

      "Why is that?" she questioned further.

      "You'll just have to wait and see."

      Kagome knew he had something up his sleeve, but she would have to wait and see what the surprise was. They turned a corner and there was a large window. She rushed to the window and pressed her fingertips against it, feeling the coolness on her skin. She gazed out beyond the stars and there before her was the Earth, and the sun peaking above the marble. "Sesshomaru, look... isn't it beautiful?" Kagome stared in awestruck.

       Sesshomaru couldn't help but smile as he replied, "Yes it is Kagome, very beautiful." In all actuality he wasn't talking about the Earth, but the miko standing before him.

      Kagome looked away, it wasn't easy to divert her gaze from the Earth and its beauty. "I still can't believe it, but this really does help put things into perspective..." She sighed and looked up at the dog demon beside of her, a wistful smile on her face. "Okay, I've had enough for today." Sesshomaru nodded and they headed back to his apartments in relative silence with a few comments here and there. He had to still talk to her about the laws for humans. He didn't know how to break it to her, but he knew that if he waited too long then she would find out from someone else, perhaps someone without as much tact towards her feelings. Not only that, but it would cause her to not trust him anymore. He didn't think he could live with that.

      He wondered why he thought about her like that. Perhaps it was because of Rin, or maybe because they were becoming mates. He had to conclude that it wasn't because of him that he cared about her. Sesshomaru knew that he wasn't capable of that; or so he thought. They eventually got back in and before SSU could say anything he cut her off abruptly and muted her on the control panel. He didn't want to hear her annoying voice. The lights automatically came on and it lit the living area.

      Things were a bit tense between them now; it was as if an invisible wall had been put up between them after her viewing the Earth. Perhaps she was just trying to get used to it all, he couldn't be quite sure. What he didn't know was what she was really thinking.
      Kagome recalled their day and it felt like a date. She had to conclusively admit that this was the first date she had ever been on and it felt nice. She felt needed, and wanted; which was more than what she felt from Inuyasha. Then she recalled about her dreams that she had in the cryogenic pod. The recollection of stolen kisses and caresses came to her and her face flushed with color.

      Sesshomaru noticed this and he asked, "Are you alright? You seem rather flushed."
      Kagome shook her head, "N-No. I'm fine. Really I am." Sesshomaru got close to her face and made a motion to feel her forehead for a fever. But Kagome misunderstood this move, leaning forward and pressing her lips against his.

      
      It was like she was still lost in her dream world, except this time everything felt so much...different. Better? Yes. Odd? Definitely. But his reaction is what shocked her the most. He was impassive for a moment and it was like kissing stone, but he softened and returned the kiss as passionately as she had given it. Her arms encircled his neck as the kiss deepened and it seemed that the electricity between them elicited in an intense passion. The taste of him, the feel of him was so intense that Kagome could get lost with him forever. His scent drove her senses wild and it made her hunger for more, but before the kiss could deepen further, he released her. As much as Sesshomaru didn't want it to end, he knew that there was a pressing conversation that had to take place, lest he forget about it and create new problems in the future.

      "What's wrong?" Kagome asked, not sure why he ended it so abruptly. It just felt right with their bodies meshed together as one.

      "Everything is fine, I just have something very important to tell you and cannot let...anything get in the way." Kagome was even more confused than before. She didn't know what was so important that it would end such a splendid kiss. Sesshomaru was already confused enough and now this woman had to go and kiss him. What bothered him the most was how much he enjoyed it. "There is just something you need to know because it concerns you, maybe not you as an individual, but you as a race. There is a high council made of the demon lords. They make the major decisions and what happens with everyone. Considering that humans are an endangered species, it is only natural that there would have to be certain laws implemented to save the humans. It wasn't exactly my decision, although I am head of the council, but the decisions have to be unanimous," he tried desperately to explain. "I don't understand," she muttered.

      Sesshomaru held up one hand to stall her as he grabbed the document from his office. He returned shortly and handed it to her. "Read," he said curtly. And read Kagome did:

      1. All humans must have a demon as their caretaker.
      2. No human can go unescorted without a demon present.
      3. All humans are required to possess an ID to verify who their caretakers are.
      4. Humans without a demon mate must be processed in the breeding program.
      5. Humans are not allowed to possess personal living spaces.
      6. Humans are expected to follow all their caretaker's demands.

      Any humans caught defying the laws above will be punished by the discretion of their caretaker. No forms of punishment will be considered abuse as long as the human can still function. Overall, no human shall be killed unless the crime dictates the warranty of the death penalty.  
      
      
      Kagome's expressions changed as she read the short document, "These are ridiculous laws. How do the demons expect the humans to follow these? They're abhorrent to say the least. No, I won't follow these restrictions! I mean what am I!? A slave!?" Kagome was about to go into a tirade when Sesshomaru growled low within his chest. Kagome stilled, not knowing what he was about to do.

      "Listen Kagome, I don't like it much either, but the law here is set in stone. There are reasons for these laws and I agree with some of them. These laws were created to secure the safety of the human race so that they can flourish again. You're an endangered species and demons outnumber the humans five to one. So you tell me what you would do in my situation."

      "Well I wouldn't have allowed the council to create these laws. I mean come on Sesshomaru, you're the head of the council like you said. You should have some power," she insisted. "I do have power, but the council works together. You're just gonna have to deal with it for now," Sesshomaru said in a tense voice.

      Kagome glared at the dog demon, "No I don't have to deal with anything Sesshomaru! If this is how you're gonna be then maybe I should just go."

      "Yeah, and where are you going to go?" Sesshomaru questioned.
      Kagome stomped her foot down in defiance, "It's none of your damned business!" Without another word she was out the door. She wished she could slam it in his face, but the damn technology foiled her plans.

      Sesshomaru went after her but by the time he got out to the hallway she was already gone. He could smell her out but she needed her space. She would eventually be caught by the authorities and be brought back to him. She would learn soon enough where she belonged.
The nickname of the disease is Purple Haze, and who planted it was Naraku from 500 years in the past. Those who catch the disease on time are put into pods to be frozen until a cure is found. Kagome, being one of these victims is thrust into a future where everything is uncertain and where a dog demon lord awaits her.

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Xros-Hero's avatar
Very nice chapter.