Hey everyone! I haven't decided yet if this is going to be a Inu/Kag, Sess/Kag or Ban/Kag. I'll try to play around with all three and see which one works out best!

Disclaimer: Don't own Inuyasha, only a maltese that eats my shoes.

Chapter 1: I guess it all starts with goodbye…

"Flight 702 now boarding,"

The monotone voice ran through the San Francisco airport as a young girl sighed. Slowly she retrieved her ticket from her pocket, waiting for all the first class passengers to board. She gazed intently at a little boy who was smiling up at his mother; his small body pulling her toward the gate. He's probably going home. She thought. And I'm leaving mine.

She turned her head as heard her worn out leather duffle plop to the ground, "I'm gonna kill your parents for this," a low voice growled ominously.

Her deep blue eyes met his as she cringed at his less than pleasant demeanor. His muscular physique toward over her as a scowl formed on his handsome face. He gazed down at her wondering how she could leave him. For two years he had done nothing but take care of her, and this she was how she thanked him. She was leaving for some rich, preppy school, and that infuriated him. But worse, she was leaving him in a past that she was sure to forget, and that killed him.

"I'm sorry Hiten," her soft voice muttered. She couldn't find any other words to say as his cerulean eyes sent reality crashing down on her. She was leaving her friends, her family, and the only guy that ever cared about her.

Flashback…

It was the last song of the night, as Edwin McCain's "I'll be" flowed through the school gym. Every girl softly swooning as they lay within their partner's arms.

Every girl, except her…

But it wasn't as if she really cared. The only reason she had even came to this stupid dance was because her friend Yura had begged her profusely. But she couldn't help but feel resentful as she watched her friend giggling up at her dance partner, practically forgetting about her. She wasn't surprised that no guy had come up to ask her dance. She never bothered with flirting, or dressing to impress. Even now she sat in a plain blue gown, no sequins, no frills, not even a bow. She was a wallflower, and she wouldn't deny that.

Rolling her eyes, she decided that she would walk home rather than wait forYura. The thought of a whole ride home having to listen to Yura squeal about how dreamy her dance partner was, made her sick.

'Well this is the last time I ever go to a dance' she thought to herself as she walked down the street. She shivered as she wrapped her arms around herself. She had forgotten that it was the beginning of winter, despite the fact that it was a Christmas dance she had attended.

Suddenly she heard a loud 'broom broom' as a yellow Viper came zooming down the street, sending a puddle of water crashing upon her body like a sheet of ice.

"MORON!" She shouted after the car, wiping the away the hair that clung to her face. 'Well it could be worse, I suppose…or maybe not'

Her eyes widened as she saw the same damned yellow car coming back her way. Had he heard her? 'God, why can't I ever just keep my mouth shout?' She stepped away from the curb as the car came to screeching stop. At that moment she wished more than anything that she had taken that ride from Yura.

A tall young man stepped out from the car. His piercing blue eyes gleaming in amusement. He was handsome, she had to admit. But as she heard a chuckle escape his lips she immediately lost her temper.

"So is this what you do in your free time? Speeding down streets like a maniac while soaking innocent pedestrians?" She spat, noticing that he was still smiling. Sending him one more death glare before she began to make her way back home in the now freezing cold.

"Hey!" he called out to her.

Despite her better judgment she looked back, "What you jerk?"

"What's your name?" he asked with a mischievous grin.

"None of your business!" she shouted in reply. She couldn't help but wonder why he wanted her name. No guy had ever bothered to before.

"Well it's nice to meet you Miss. None-of-your-business, now hop in and let me take you home…"

End Flashback

"Hello? Will you stop day dreaming! You don't even care about leaving me do you?" he seethed, his cold voice piercing through her skin, "You're so selfish you know that?"

It was then she realized how things had changed between them. "Selfish? I don't want to go to this academy Hiten! But I'm the only hope for my family. If I graduate from this academy than there's no doubt that I'll be able to go the best college and find a job that will support my family!"

He rolled his eyes, ignoring the fact that tears were escaping her eyes, "Don't give me that crap. You know very well that I could take of you and your family. So what? You're going to go to this school, go to college and get a great job, and just leave me behind?"

She stared up at him in disbelief, "I can't believe that you would think that? Number 1 I don't want to live off your money, and number 2 I gave you the chance to come with me, but you didn't want to remember?"

"Last call for all passengers of flight 702"

She stared up at him and shook her head, tears streaming down her creamy complexion. Picking up her duffle she headed for the gate. Perhaps it is best that Hiten and I take a break.

Suddenly a hand grabbed hold of her arm forcefully. She found herself pressed against the warm body that was both the cause of her anger, and her pain. Letting out a sob she pressed her face deeper in his chest as he ran his fingers through her hair. Their relationship was always up and down, and after two years she felt as if she still didn't know who the real Hiten was.

"I'll miss you Kagome," he whispered in her ear.

"I'll miss you too," She gave him one last hug as she boarded the plane for Tetsussaiga Academy. For her new life.

Kagome placed her duffle in the overhead compartment before taking her seat next to an old man who was engrossed in the novel he had in hand. As the plane began to gain acceleration getting ready for flight, Kagome took a deep breath and wondered if she had made a mistake.

Did she really want to go to the academy? To start over during her junior year? She already knew that she wouldn't fit in. Most of the kids that attended came from a life of privilege and affluence. But it wasn't as if she desired that life anyway. Sure it would be great if she and her family didn't have to worry about money, but she had always felt that the more you had, the more you took for granted.

She took the letter she received from Tetsussaiga Academy out from her coat pocket, remembering the look on her parents faces when they read it, remembering why she was going in the first place.

To Miss. Kagome Higurashi,

We would like to congratulate you for being selected as our Opportunity program finalist. You shall attend the Academy and if within six months, if you prove yourself to be of fine academic standard and active in school activities than you shall be allowed to attend our fine establishment on full scholarship. You shall be staying with the family of our most prestigious alumni for the six months, and then if you are selected to stay, you will be allowed to room in the dorms. We await your arrival.

Principle Kaede

Stuffing the letter back in her pocket she leaned her head back on the chair and snuggled in the warm airplane blankets, making a note to try to take it with her before she left. I am doing the right thing, my family needs me.

No one could deny that Kagome Higurashi was determined. But she was still undeniably a free spirit, who wanted to decide for herself what path her life would take. But life is not always what you want it to be. She thought, before drifting off into a deep sleep.

"Welcome to Tokyo everyone! Hope you've had pleasant journey and thank you for traveling on Kitsune Airlines!" the captain said merrily through the intercom.

Kagome's eyes fluttered open groggily. Was she really there already? How long had she slept? She held onto the armrest as she felt the plane descending. She was too deep in thoughts to remember how much she didn't like planes, or heights for that matter. Sighing in relief as the plane made it safely to the ground she unbuckled her seat-belt and reached up for her duffle bag.

She stepped forward into the main aisle, before being shoved aside back into her seat. "Hey…" She breathed looking up a girl with cold brown eyes, and short black hair tied into a tight bun.

"Watch where you're going," She spat, sending Kagome a threatening smirk, "Nice bag by the way," she laughed as she kicked Kagome's duffle towards her and walked away.

Kagome picked up her duffle and waited for an opening to allow her into the main aisle. Normally, Kagome wouldn't have allowed someone to treat her so rudely. But as she looked out the windows of her knew home, she was really in no mood to deal with anyone.

She walked slowly down the exit gate. I can't believe I'm here. There's no turning back now, I suppose. She shook her head. Get a hold of yourself Kagome, all you have to do is survive two years here and then you can go home.

"Higurashi Kagome?" a small voice chimed.

Looking down she saw a short stubby man. He had a nearly bald head and squinty little eyes that made him look quite like a flea, but he had a broad smile and she couldn't help but feel comforted.

"My name's Myouga and I'll be escorting you to the mansion," he motioned for her to follow as he pulled her suitcases towards the doors. "Just two suitcases? You're a weird woman aren't you?" he teased.

She smiled at him, "Yeah I guess so," Her eyes gleamed in awe and disbelief as she saw a large white limo in front of her, "Am I riding in this?"

"Of course silly girl!" Myouga exclaimed, shoving her suitcases in the trunk, "Master Inutaisho would not let his guest be seen in anything else! Now come on the master's sons aren't home yet, and we better get you settled before they do!"

Kagome didn't hear the last part of Myouga's speech. She was just too entranced by the fact that she was going to live in mansion and ride in a limo. But a sudden pang of guilt filled her heart. Her family was back home barely making ends meat, and Hiten was probably speeding around town in anger of her departure. But as the beautiful sight of Tokyo glittered before her in bright lights she felt it hard not to smile.