Golden Veil by BelovedStranger

Chapter 107

Word Count: 100

Prompt from Stella Mira’s Soundtrack Challenge #11: Immanence

Akahito had shown her many rooms, taking her through the winding halls of his home, until finally, they reached his destination, his study, where he planned on seducing her. After several more minutes of casual conversation, he stepped towards her intently, but paused in mid-stride at her next question.

“Who is this beautiful woman?”

 Akahito’s gaze shot up to the large painting she referred to hung above the fireplace. His throat tightened.

Without meaning to, lost in memory, he revealed, “Indeed she was, but her physical perfection paled in comparison to the beauty of her soul.” 

Kagome heard his anguish. 

CLIFF NOTE #1: Akahito is NOT Sesshomaru's vassal. He is a powerful lord in his own right. Never have I even hinted that Akahito was anything less. He may be courtious towards Sesshomaru, but that is becaus they both are powerful lords. Even Sesshomaru calls Akahito 'sama'.