Ah I just realized!
If Sesshomaru didn't let Inuyasha do this patrol thing normally, would Inu and Kagome be suspicious? If Sesshomaru never allowed Inu to patrol before or handle the Western matters, why wouldn't Sesshomaru send an emissary or someone else in his place (since he cannot leave)? Or does he trust Inu that much?

Also, I just realized this.....Kagome seems to be VERY emotional still-she cries a lot of Inu and the way he is treated and "accepted" into the youkai society, yet she is poised and graceful and respectful (Even while throwing insults). So I'm still trying to figure out her personality. Normally if someone insulted her species, herself, or her loved ones, she'd be all over that person no holds barrel. Now she seems to try to be a bit more calmer since she is attempting to receive the honor of Hime, so is she mostly behaving or is she truly more mature now? I can understand she outgrowing the screaming and such like she used to do with Inu but it seems she's completely changed then you see spurts of her former personality like when the Lady insulted Inu a couple of chapters ago......

Still cannot wait for more!

Really great chapter. I really love the concept of the novel that Kagome was reading. Also we found out who the mysterious shadow was although i had my assumptions to who it was. Looking forward for more chapters!

Oh Kagome, you so strange, I would've done the exact same thing. I loved this chapter can't wait for the next one keep it up!

OMG.

I think I love you.

*drops down on one knee*

Will you, Maru-chan, become my...

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.... very own private fiction writer?

More! I need, I want! I must have!!!
MARU-CHAN!!!!!!

*tear*

Pwease? 

 The explainings are clear and simple, that s good, mostly the explainings in other stories are confusing...

Im glad you wrote Kagome as an smart and observant person, and not a almost dumb naïve one. I will wait for the next chapter.

I can't wait for the next chapter. Thank you for the update!

Very good I like this chapter it explained a lot I look foward to seeing

where you are going with thins please update soon

I'm digging on the story.  I love how intelligent Kagome is.  I knew Sess would be listening.  Can't wait for another update!

I can understand going out in the world and learning on your own - but if you are a high ranking youkai or demoness, and if you had armies wouldn't a demoness learn from them? She could question them on their travels and battles and learn more about the world. Also, what if the parents taught their daughters what they knew of the world or sent for scholars (or Mu) and had them also teach their daughters? Wouldn't the parents wish to help their daughter(s) learn as much as possible to earn the role of Hime?

What about learning from the current Hime? Perhaps some higher ranking demoness could convince the current Hime to teach them and they could also learn?

I'm very curious at how Sesshomaru will take all of this though. He seems to be eavesdropping a lot - which I can understand. Knowledge is power, but I wonder if he knows about what Kagome plans (i.e. to become Hime and mate Inu just so he will have a place in the youkai society)? If so, will he purposely derail those plans just because he may think Inu shouldn't have a place? Or will Sess truly want Kagome for himself since she is very unique?

In the Hime competition, could a demoness challenge and kill another female that received the honor of Hime? And how is it agreed upon? Afterall, I'm sure the parents want their own daughers to be Hime so regardless, they would not approve of anyone else. Oh and another question - can a demoness with the title of Hime earn it again every 10 centuries? Like could the mate of Inu's father become Hime again?

Can't wait for the next chapter!

Kagome being so observant rocks!!! You've put some thought into this, way to go!! But how will Inuyasha react when Sesshoumaru shows an interest in Kagome, and what will the other demon's think too? Will Kagome win them over like she has her own demonic allies, or will she need to be kidnapped first? (Not to put any ideas in your head!!!! But just wondering...) =D

Who is the shadow with the golden orb eye?

Your description of the demon society and rank are clear. I just want to read more. ;)

Looking good and easy to follow.

Sesshomaru you sneaky son of an Inu (lol) I wonder why would he be spying on kags and InuYasha (well, is not completely clear who this "shadow" figure is, but I'll asume it is Sesshy ) I cant wait for things to unfold, looking forward to next chapter!!! =]

i would like to see  in this story ,to sesshomaru very jealous  where  kagome become very popular among demonds  the male 

Nice chapter, keep it coming.

Great chapter and Sailor Moon new anime is starting on July 5. Keep it coming.

 

love the first 2 chapter so far and can't wait to read the next.....i just can't wait to see how Sessy wins her heart :)

Guess Inari wasn't the successful one this time, :p. I hope the next chapter is also so funny. Although the story took me what longer to read for the emberasing parts, but still I really liked it. I'm feeling really sorry for Inuyasha....... :D I will be waitng for the next chapter.