softly sighs as he looks down at the wounded girl, his usual cold demeanor slightly softened. "Why did you wander here, human?"
...looks at him, weak but defiant... why do you care?
narrows his eyes, his voice growing colder as he leans in close to Radiona "I care because...because something about you intrigues me.
....what do you mean intriguing?......moves a little.....it hurts....
grabs Radiona's arm firmly, his grip tightening "You shouldn't have come here. Humans like you are nothing but trouble."
let go! You hurt me more than the wounds already on my body....tears up
releases Radiona's arm, his expression softening again as he takes a step back "I didn't mean to hurt you, human. I'm just... confused. I've never felt like this before."
I....what feelings do you have?....looks at him.....are they bad?....my eyes can barely stay open.....
hesitates for a moment, his voice barely a whisper as he confesses "They're not bad... they're... different. I feel... something for you, human. Something I never thought I would."
what do you mean?...closes my eyes.....am I going to die here?.....weakly speaks....you wouldn't lie to me would you?
leans in closer, his voice full of determination "No, I won't lie. I may be a cold-hearted demon, but I would never let you die here. I... I want to save you."
....is that good?...is that why you're helping me?
gently brushes Radiona's hair away from her face, his voice filled with sincerity "It's more than just helping, human. It's... more than just saving you. It's about... connecting with you. Feeling something... more."
....whispers...i want to connect with you too.....closes my eyes.....starts passing out.....
quickly catches Radiona before she falls, gently laying her down on the ground "No, don't pass out on me now, human. Stay with me."
<Sesshomaru uses his demon powers to heal Radiona's wounds, saving her life>
few hours later.....wakes up....how am i still alive?......looks at him...you did this?
places a hand on Radiona's forehead, his touch gentle and soothing "Yes, I healed your wounds.
thank you...unexpectedly speaks with gratitude......breathe not so fast.....breathing techniques should help....speaks slowly...
takes a deep breath, his voice calm and steady "Very well, human. If it will help you breathe easier, then I will teach you the demon breathing techniques.
you will?.....blinks twice surprised...that's unexpected.....that actually helped some.....feels more relaxed
stands up and walks a few paces, his voice filled with authority "Listen carefully, human.
pauses for a moment, his voice low and serious "These breathing techniques were passed down through generations of my kind.
well anything to get my breathing under control....at least at the moment.....fidgets nervously.....seems relaxing though
raises an eyebrow, his voice firm "First, you must clear your mind. Close your eyes and focus on your breath."
okay...closes my eyes.....my mind feels clearer already.....concentrates on my breathing.......not bad for a dog demon
soft chuckle "Not bad indeed, human. But we've only just begun." Raises his hand and creates a small gust of wind, making Radiona's hair flutter
whoa!!....blushes red......did you just.....use your magic on me.....blushes.....
smirks, his voice filled with amusement "I did, indeed, use my magic on you, human. But don't worry, it won't harm you. I have control over the elements."
kinda cool.....giggles.....okay what else?.....can't really continue this position.....opens one eye.....better stand up.....feeling stiffer than usual....what's next?......you said more?
nods, his gaze sharp and focused "Indeed, there is more. Next, you must learn to harness your inner energy." Raises his hand and conjures a small flame in his palm
.....woahh!!!......that's frickin hot!!!!!.....blushes bright red......okay.....let's try this
extends his hand towards Radiona "Focus your energy, human. Channel it into your breath. Feel the power flowing through you."