I am relieved Kagome received the letter from Sesshoumaru before Hasu returned. I would think the request of such a powerful client would take precedence over Hasu's wishes. This "older sister" has abused her position. 

Oh sweet Lord, I LOVE this fic! For lack of a better word, it's so romantic, in that sweeping, old-fashioned love affair sense. I'm glad you brought Kagome to the point of embracing her burgeoning feelings; it's very in character, while at the same time developing at a smooth, natural pace. I'm a little anxious about the moment Sesshoumaru realizes who she is. I don't want it to ruin what he feels for her. I hope he doesn't perceive it as a betrayal... maybe he's unsure if she loves him for himself or because he's her last link to Inuyasha? GAH! Oh the drama! Please don't make us – or them, for that matter – suffer too much! And while I'm all about a pitcher of lemonade, I wonder if you'll work in the controversial "mizuage" like in Memoirs of a Geisha, where Kagome shouldn't technically lose her virginity until it's won by a patron? If Sess and Kags have a falling out, it would make an interesting way to bring them back together, that perhaps he avoids her but wins the bid on her mizuage, only to use the opportunity to apologize. Anyway...WTF, I swear I'm not trying to overstep the creative bounds! I'm just daydreaming!

And don't you just love coincidences?? It's funny, because I and several friends have had really bizarre coinkidinks happen to us this past weekend, so it doesn't surprise me the phenomenon is spreading. When it results in beautiful poetry like yours, I'm all about it!!

Keep up the amazing work!

A lemon? hmmm... you have to feel like it, love. I'm sure that whatever you'll write will be wonderful, and if the mood is there and it comes to you naturally, then please do. Otherwise, don't force it out. (yes, I know, I'm being quite helpful...lol)

This chapter, as always, was good. I look forward to their next encounter.. and to the truth being revealed. Sess is on for a surprise, but well, Kagome couldn't possibly tell him before... I hope he'll come to understand why she had to deceive him.

Dewa mata

I love it....I can't wait to read the next chapter.  Will Sango, Miroku and Shippo know what had happened to Kagome?  Will they realize that Kagome is still in the past?

I can't to see Hasu's reaction when she hears about Kagome going to meet Sesshoumaru. I look forward to how you reveal her identity to the demon lord. Will he reject her or will he still love her? Keep up the good work and update soon. :P

-.- one chpaer after being for so  long  is un fair  I demand you update  NOW!

:lol:  just  kidding  great story please update soon

It's interesting you asked whether a lemon scene would be desired in this story. Normally, my answer to that Q (when I'm reading a story in which I am very engaged) is a resounding yes.  However, in this case I think the story would be just as wonderful either with or without. There's something ethereal about this story, whether it be due to the setting of the story in the "floating world," or based on the way the story depicts the tentative blooming of understanding and feelings between Sesshoumaru and Kagome.  You've indicated that any lemon scene wouldn't be overly explicit, and in the context of this story I think that's just right (to be overly descriptive of the act of their joining might somehow detract from the ethereal and somewhat whimsical nature of the story). Short answer: lemon scene would be good; lack of a lemon scene would be just as good. This story is most engaging due to its delicate exploration of their developing emotional relationship, and thus the (detailed) description of their potential physical relationship is rightly secondary.

Well, if you're going to put a lemon in be careful that it doesn't take away from the story. I'd recomend leaving it until their relationship is on more solid ground instead of the dramatic lemon/betrayal sequence most commonly used. Now having said that, *rubbs hands together in glee* that 'betrayal' part is comming up. I can't wait to see what you have instore for us. How will he find out and how ugly is it going to be by the time you're through? I do get my happy ending though right?

I read this chapter and I got the warm mushies! You are the master of warm and fuzzy. :D

That was a beautiful chapter.... I love your use of symbolism and your use of poetry... the fact that you are doing research for this fic shows, and it is much appreciated... I hope to see the next chapter soon... and my answer to your question about the lemon is this... it could go either way... I enjoy smut (anyone who has read my fics should know this!)... BUT, if you include a lemon or two in this, you should definitely NOT go for smut.  It should be tasteful and erotic, but not raunchy.  I will continue reading this fic either way.

Another outstanding chapter! In aswer to your AN: Only include the lemonaid if it fits. I don't have time now for more- I'll message you later!

Ky

Oh wow..that was so sweet, yet horribly foreboding at the same time......i absolutly loved it!!! I dread to see how Sesshoumaru will act when he figures it out. How will Hasu act when she returns and learns that Kagome finally got the third letter for the third meeting.......*shudders* that chick is crazy......the coincidence was definatly a lovely surprise about the wisteria and the pine tree. I absolutly adore this stoy and i eagerly await what you come up with next !!