At Your Side

Becoming more than just friends, then having to say goodbye can be extremely hard on a person. Finding the strength to remain on the straight and narrow, Kagome manages to too keep it all together while she is separated from the one person she cares for the most. Believing one day they will be together again. MirKag.

Together

It was the last day of school and he was going away that summer to study abroad in the United States for college. He was a year older than her and her best friend's older brother. They've known each other since they where kids and have always been good friends, yet this year, some how they managed to get closer than they ever have before. In a way she thought it was simply because he was leaving, however, every time she was with him those thoughts vanished. They decided to keep their new relationship a secret from their friends and family; for they were afraid of how people would react.

Making her way down the school hallway towards her locker she was interrupted by the feeling of an arm wrapping around her waste, which caused her stop in her tracks. "You know it's the last day of school." He whispered in her ear, causing her to shift closer to him. "Yeah, I know." "I'll be leaving in two weeks." "Don't remind me." Spinning her around. "How about we ditch class and spend some time together? Everyone will want to get together after school, so we won't have time later." "Yeah." "Great. I'll meet you outside." Giving her a quick kiss he hurried down the hall. "But, I didn't…oh." Reaching into her locker and getting her things that she would need to take home for the summer, then shoving them into her bag; she rushed out of the school before the bell sounded for the next class.

"Hey you!" "You know Miroku; you didn't even give me a chance to answer your question. What if I didn't want to come?" she questioned as they walked out of the school yard. "I knew you would come, and you did, so does it really matter?" Sighing, "I guess not." "So, Kagome, what do you want to do?" "I am a bit hungry." "Lunch it is." Taking her arm Miroku lead them to a small café in the middle of town.

"That was delicious; you sure know how to pick a good place to eat Miroku." "The chicken was good wasn't it?" Kagome just nodded.

As they left the café they took a right and headed down the sidewalk. "Where are we going next?" Kagome questioned as she notice they were leaving the main part of downtown. "I thought we could go over to my place for some dessert." "That sounds good."

When they finally reached their destination, Kagome noticed Miroku's parents cars were at the house. "Shouldn't your mom and dad be at work?" "Well, my dad had a business trip and my mom decided to tag along." "So they are in a way." "Yes."

Entering the house they made their way to the living room. It is a medium size room with a sofa, love seat, recliner, and a wide screen television. "Make yourself at home. Do you want something to drink?" Sitting down on the couch, Kagome, "No, I'm fine." "Okay." Then taking his place on the couch next to Kagome, Miroku placed his arm around her shoulder letting her lean into him. Turning on the television, he started flipping the channels. "What do you want to watch?" Snatching the remote out of his hand Kagome pushed 21, "E!" "English? You know I don't like watching TV in English." Smiling, Kagome, "Don't complain, it'll help you improve and when you're in the U.S. that's all you'll have." "Ahh…"

Grabbing her knee he squeezed it tight. "Eeep…Miroku, don't that feels weird." Slapping his hand to make him let go. "Sorry I just like to hear you squeal." He said as he wrapped his arms around her, pulling her down on top of him as he lie on the couch. "You're so weird."

Reaching his head up Miroku placed a light kiss on Kagome's lips. "Will you miss me?" "How couldn't I?" "I don't know, you might meet someone else." Kagome answered with a questionable expression on her face. "That's ridiculous." "Is it?"

Lifting his head once more, their lips connected this time she responded deepening the kiss, lowering her head to meet his. He gently slid his tongue over her lower lip asking for entrance; as she gradually opened her mouth, he forced his tongue inside, exploring her it bit by bit. Miroku then gently rolled then over placing himself on top. Not letting their mouths loose contact.

He then steadily slid himself between her legs. Kagome gasped when she felt a bulge rub up beside her inner thigh. This cause Miroku to smile, then focusing once more he slowly started to place light kisses along her jaw line making his way down her neck, and to her stomach. "Miroku!" Hearing her moan his name was too much for him he couldn't hold back any longer. "Kagome!"

Some how in the process of it all they had managed to make their way to Miroku's bed and were now asleep holding each other tight.

Suddenly Miroku woke to the slamming of the front door, "Hey, Miroku, you here?" "Sango," He whispered as he looked at the unlocked door. "Shit," Quickly jumping out of bed he raced over and locked the door. This caused Kagome to wake, "Miroku, what are you doing?" whipping the sleep from her eyes. Searching for his boxers amongst the scattered clothes, "Sango's home," Finding them than slipping them on, "And I doubt she knows you're here." "Where is she?" "In the living room I think."

Demo kotoba wo…ushinatta shunjan ga Ichiban shiawase…

"My phone," looking around, "Where's my pants?" Grapping Kagome's cell out of her pants Miroku tossed it onto the bed next to her. "Hello." "Hey, Kagome, where have you been? I didn't see you after school like we planned." "Sorry Sango, I went home to drop some stuff off and got distracted." 'I hate lying to her.' "It's ok; you want to meet up somewhere?" "Sure, where at?" "How about the mall?" "Sounds great." "Meet you there in 20?" "Alright." "See ya." "Bye." Hanging up, Kagome turning towards Miroku, "She wants to meet at the mall in 20 minutes how am I supposed to get out with her in the house?" "You'll just have to wait 'till she leaves."

"MIROKU!" Shouted Sango from the living room. Causing both to look at the door in response to the noise. "Yea!" "I'm meeting Kagome at the mall in 20 minutes; you want to come?" "Sure, I'll meet you there; I'm going to take a quick shower first." "Ok. Bye" Hearing Sango exits the house they both let out a sigh of relief.

"I should go home and get changed." Kagome said as she started to get dressed. "Alright." Pulling her in to a tight embrace Miroku places a light kiss on her lips. "Be safe." "See you at the mall." Kagome yelled out as she left the house.

Thirty minutes later Kagome met up with Sango at the mall.

"Hey Kagome, your late." "Sorry, I couldn't decide on what to wear." Looking down at Kagome, she was wearing blue jeans and a simple white tank-top. "That looks fine."

"Hey sis." Walking up and placing his arm around her shoulders. "Miroku, you too, I should have said 30 instead of 20 minutes." "Told you I had to take a shower." Looking over, Miroku, "Hey Kagome." "Hey yourself." Smiling as he nudged her in the side with his elbow.

"Let's start walking I'm getting bored just standing here." Sango said breaking the silence. As they walked they came upon Inuyasha, another one of Kagome's childhood friends. He appeared to be accompanied by Kikyo, a classmate from school; none of then really liked her, however Inuyasha seemed to be enjoying himself, and in his own little world. So they decided not to disturbed them.

Several hours had passed and they eventually lost interest in the mall. Deciding to head back to Miroku's and Sango's for a bite to eat and some entertainment.

"Miroku why don't you call everyone up and see if they want to come over? For sort of a going away party for you and Inuyasha." "That is if Inuyasha will come." Kagome stated. "He'll come, but he'll probably bring Kikyo." Miroku said as he sat on the couch. With phone in hand he started to call all of their friends, Kouga, Yuka, Kagura, Ayame, Inuyasha and yes Inuyasha was bringing Kikyo.

While Miroku made the calls Sango and Kagome got the food ready; about thirty minutes later everyone arrived and was eating, drinking, talking, and having a good old time.

After everyone got relaxed they decided to watch a movie. "How about a scary one?" Yuka shouted over the noise. "Ohh…I don't like scary movies that much." Whined Kagome. Feeling herself being pulled down onto the couch, and an arm envelop around her waste, "I'll protect you." Miroku whispered pulling her closer to him; this put a smile on her face.

However, no one noticed this action for they were too distracted by Yuka waving her arms back and forth. "Suicide Club, it is then." "I've already seen that one." "To bad Kouga, no one else has, now no complaining, I'm starting it." "Yuka you're so mean to me." "I am not, Inuyasha can you get the lights?" After switching off the lights Inuyasha took his place next to Kikyo on the floor.

Through out the movie Miroku slide his hand up Kagome's shirt causing her to gasp each time at the touch of his cold fingers on her bare skin. He tried to slide his had down her pants, however she slapped it away to stop it from progressing any lower. "Miroku." "It will help you not be afraid." He whispered in her ear; however she still held his hand just incase it decided to wonder again.

When the movie came to an end Kagome did not want to move from her comfortable spot on Miroku. Looking down at him she found him asleep. 'How could he sleep through that movie?' Nevertheless as she looked around she saw that both Inuyasha and Kouga were also sleeping. 'Guys,' Kagome thought sighing. She decided to lie back down on Miroku and pretend to sleep, therefore she could at least spend a little more time close to him.

As night turned into day and the morning sun broke through the curtains settling on Kagome's face. The heat from the rays eventually caused her to awake. She found herself still on the couch; however she frowned when she saw that Miroku was no longer next to her.

"Good morning sleepy head." Smiling down at her was the missing person. "Hey, you got up." "I had to go to the washroom, and its 9:30 everyone's awake; with exception of you and Ayame. "I'm awake now." "Yes, I know. Come get something to eat." Getting up Kagome made her way to the kitchen were she found the majority of the group.

The rest of the day went by quickly, as did the next two weeks. And the day Miroku and Inuyasha was leaving for the U.S. had arrived.