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"this" means someone's speaking

'this' is someone's thoughts

"this"/'this' is something that happened in the past

"Hey Higurashi get up we're here."

Groggily, Kagome opened her eyes to see Sasuke looking down at her with a small smile.

Returning the warm gesture with one of her own and replying with a soft "thanks" she stretched her arms above her head before glancing out the window to peer at her new home for the next 6 months or so.

The compound was surrounded by a large metal fence, at least 6feet in height, and contained a barracks, a training course, a large building that seemed to be the main headquarters of SPOK, and vast amounts of land that looked as though it stretched out into eternity.

As she made her way off the comfortable bus she also spotted a few cadets every now and then running across the base and others starting their afternoon training sessions.

To say she wasn't nervous would be a lie. There were applicants from all over the world here, all aspiring to earn that treasured patch that recognized you as one of the elites. Ever since she'd set foot onto the yard all eyes were on her. A few she could hear whispering, all wondering what a female was doing at the elite facility, while others were being just downright nasty, saying things like "Looks like they hired some entertainment for us!", or, "Bitch won't last a week." Having so much attention centered on her, mostly not in a good way, really started to rock the confidence she had not hours before she arrived. For the first time she began to rethink her decision of coming here to try to get into the high ranked group.

Just when she was about to let her worry show, her hand bumped into a small old fang hanging from her bag by a tiny chain. Looking down at the charm she remembered the night that all the girls from her platoon, and some from the others, had thrown her a surprise party to congratulate her on becoming the first female accepted into the SPOK course. At the time only Inuyasha, Ayame, and Sango had known about her acceptance so it still remains a mystery as to how they all found out, though Ayame randomly asking about her likes and dislikes gave her a pretty good idea.

Flashback

Throughout the night there was lots of laughter and congrats in the air. Every few minutes or so people would come up to her telling her how amazing what she did is and to show everyone that "Women run the world!", once and for all.

Towards the end of the night Sango had come up to her holding a small box. Upon handing it over Kagome had looked at it, puzzled as to why she got it, and after opening the gift found a small fang no larger than her pinky finger.

"It's a good luck charm."

Turning surprised eyes onto the brunette Kagome had taken another look at the trinket. Noticing a small symbol engraved into the tooth as well as needle sized holes she turned questioning eyes to Sango.

Gracing her with a secretive smile, Sango had cryptically replied "All you need to know is if you're ever in trouble just blow on the end and help will come."

End Flashback

Glossing her thumb over the tiny inscription that read "FIRE" a soft expression made its way onto her nervous face.

Having recalled all of the support that her fellow peers had showered her with, Kagome flushed the indecisive thoughts from her mind and, lifting her head high, made her way through the crowd of degrading men to the area where they were to meet their instructors for the next couple of months.

Upon reaching her destination the young woman spotted a mass of silver hair and immediately formed a sly grin on her soft pink lips. Passing through groups of young men she slowly stalked up behind the unsuspecting hanyo.

'Damn that chick's scary when she wants to be.'

The whole ride Inuyasha had been looking over his shoulder to continuously assure himself that his the raven headed *SFC was still peacefully sleeping...and not anywhere near him. He'd seen firsthand what could happen when she was angered and did not want to be on the receiving end of it.

Some may call him a coward for being scared of his second in command but they'd never seen her when she was truly pissed. He'd only seen it once himself and never wanted to again.

Flashback

It was a couple months after the first invasions and her joining the ROTC program when one of the cadets in their class had set her off. To this day no one knows what the other student had said to her but for the ones that were there, they all remember the heavy and oppressive feeling that overcame their room, sending a cold shiver up the spines of even the toughest guys. The male was either unaware of the overbearing aura or just ignored it for he continued to taunt her till she completely snapped. Faster than they thought she could move Kagome had stood up from her seat and grabbed the young man by his lanky neck, throwing him to the hard tiled ground, and began depriving the boy of his much needed oxygen. Luckily a few guys had pulled her off before any real harm could be done but from then on they remained wary around her. Unlike everyone else who were focused on the male gulping for air, Inuyasha had turned his golden gaze towards the angered female. It was upon further inspection of her that he noticed the angry but hollow look in her eyes that should never have been on the face of a 15 year old freshman. He decided then and there that he would get to know her and work towards the hard won friendship that they have today.

End Flashback

Coming back to the present Inuyasha began to scan through the mass of military personnel gathered at the meeting point, 'Keh, they don't seem so tough. I bet I could take all of 'em!'

While he continued to gloat to himself the oblivious hanyo never noticed the only female of the class slowly making her way up behind him until it was too late.

After a few moments to ready herself the petite woman struck. In one quick movement her leg struck out, sweeping her lieutenant's feet out from under him.

"What the-!"

Crashing to the ground all eyes turned to look at the pair, one face first on the ground, the other laughing hysterically and barely holding herself up.

Springing up from the ground the half demon quickly spun to face his attacker. "Fuck! What was that for Kagome?!"

Unable to keep her laughter at a minimal her answer came out in an indecipherable group of words. "You (giggle)...fell (laugh)...oldest(snort)...Baka~(chuckle)."

Eyebrow rapidly twitching Inuyasha stalked up to her cracking his knuckles and glaring ferociously. "That's it now you've done it! I'll get you for that!"

As they were making their way towards each other a monotone voice as cold as a blizzard rang out above all the other chatter.

"And just what are you two doing."

As soon as he'd woke up this morning Toga ( a.k.a. Inu no Taisho) had felt a sense of dread creeping up on him.

He'd been on edge all day and it was starting to show in his actions. The reason for this was his oldest son, Sesshomaru. Starting today he will become a substitute instructor for the incoming class of SPOK hopefuls. You're probably thinking it can't be that bad, right? Obviously you've never met the man then cause if you had you'd understand the General's apprehension.

Sure, he was one of the best cadets that their unit had seen, a prodigy even, but he also has some major issues as well.

'He's a block of ice with a stick up his ass for one.'

Letting out a defeated sigh the leader of the United Nations Army steeled himself and awaited the arrival of his son.

A few minutes later two strong knocks were heard on his office door and with a quick "enter" the dark mahogany doors were pushed open to reveal what some would call a Kami on earth.

Standing at around 6'3" with the build of an athlete, the man had calf-length silver hair that when hit by the sun almost appeared white. His pale porcelain skin was covered by a SPOK *Class A uniform but on his face you could see the proof of his demon heritage. Upon each cheek were 2 magenta stripes and, on his forehead, a deep blue crescent moon. The most captivating feature on this man though we're his molten gold eyes that seemed to draw everything in.

After entering and saluting to the general, the officer sat down in the offered chair in order to begin their discussion.

Pouting, the commander of the military looks at his son with big puppy dog eyes. "Hey Sesshomaru it's been a while since we last talked you never come to see me anymore. "

Closing his eyes and touching one claw to the side of his forehead Sesshomaru let out a small sigh. "If everyone knew that this is how you really act they would have never picked you for this position ."

Plastering a fake look of offense on his face Toga give his son a hurt but amused look.

"Now why would I act like this in front of all those geezers? This way you and Inuyasha get to have me all to yourselves!" He finished with a large smile across his face.

"Do not mention me and that half breed in the same sentence."

Giving the man across from him an exhausted look Toga just shook his head. "Fine fine, enough fun and games, let's talk about the real reason that your here shall we?"

Interest finally peaked the inuyokai straightened up in his seat and waited for the general to begin.

Noticing that he had caught his son's attention Toga began.

"As you are aware our new recruits are coming in today and the qualification course will begin. You were selected as a substitute for one of the instructors that had to take a leave of absence and as such will be training and monitoring the cadets."

He paused to make sure that Sesshomaru was keeping up and, upon confirming it, continued.

"This group is going to be a bit...different...from the previous years, seeing as though we have our first female applicant coming in with this class."

Noticing the slight narrowing of his eyes Toga waited to continue in order to allow the officer to ask about what was on his mind.

"Is that wise?"

Giving his son a puzzled look Sesshomaru elaborated. "There are some 200 men on this compound not including the 200 or so cadets of the incoming class."

Finally catching what his son was getting at the Five Star General nodded his head in understanding. "It's already been taken care of. She will be staying in a separate tent and use a different locker room but there will be certain times where she won't be able to be separated from the men or watched and that's where you'll come in."

Noticing the slight downturn of the other male's lips and that he was about to protest Toga held up his hand to silence him.

"I know it's not the most ideal job but there's no one else that can do it and not get detected. After reading her file I believe that Cadet Higurashi would refuse the help if she ever found out about it; she needs a silent observer and let's be honest here, you're the best at both of those things."

Even after seeing the logic in what his father had said Sesshomaru still did not feel very inclined to follow that order.

"Surely the female can look after herself if she made it this far. I doubt she needs a babysitter and I have no desire to become one."

Losing that fatherly glow on his face Toga's expression transformed into that of a battle hardened leader, "Your desires do not matter concerning this issue pup, you will guard her weather you like it or not and that's an order."

Sending a scowl in his father's (and superior's) direction, the general's son realized how futile it would be to continue arguing and gave up on protesting. Standing from his formerly seated position, Sesshomaru looked to Toga with his ever emotionless face, "If that is all, it is time that this Sesshomaru headed over to the training grounds to meet the new recruits." and with small nod of his head exited out of the office.

Once the door closed the general let out a heavy sigh and not so gently put his head on the desk.

'May the Kami bless that girl for she's going need all the luck she can get.'

"I believe I asked you two a question"

Looking over to where the voice had come from the two friends noticed a tall silver haired man in an officer's uniform.

'Wow he's...beautiful.'

'Well shit it just had to be him.'

As he continued walking towards them the two straightened up and stood at attention along with the rest of the cadets.

"My patience is wearing thin."

Suddenly realizing that they still hadn't answered him Kagome stepped forward in order to explain what had happened. "It was my fault Sir I was the one that provoked him."

Turning his head to fully look at the cadet Sesshomaru realized that this was the girl.

'So this is who I have to babysit. Hn.'

Remaining silent for a few minutes the Officer allowed her to squirm before finally speaking. "I hope that this won't become a regular occurrence, we don't need you jumping every guy you see."

Realizing just what it is he meant by that a look of rage spread across her previously apologetic face. Just as she was about to argue back Inuyasha cut in.

"It won't happen again."

Sliding his cold gaze onto the dog eared hanyo, Sesshomaru locked eyes with him for a few seconds before uttering a small "Hn" and proceeding to where the other instructors were inside the structure.

As the inuyokai was walking away Kagome glared daggers into his back all the while thinking of every insult she'd ever learned from Inuyasha.

'That pompous ass, holier than thou, arrogant, girly looking BASTARD! Just cause I'm the only girl doesn't mean that I'm gunna try to sleep with every guy here!

Noticing his friend's clenched fists and where her gaze was directed Inuyasha gave a mental groan and small shake of his head.

'You just had to piss her off didn't you, ya prick.'

Not long after their little interruption a Cadet from the compound came and told them all that he was to escort them to the training area. He first led them to a small room where they were all instructed to change out of their clothes and into a uniform that had been supplied. Having been given a separate space from the men to change in Kagome left with the cadet so he could bring her to her room. When she was done getting out of her own clothes and slipping on the new outfit the female cadet walked over to a mirror and inspected the new uniform.

It consisted of a pair of loose black cargo pants, a black tank-top, black combat boots, and a utility belt. There was also a pistol attached to the belt and combat knife with the holster strapped to her thigh. After tying up her hair and deeming herself ready she left the room and joined the rest of her class as they waited for everyone to finish.

Once everyone had gathered they began walking through the large building. As they were following the cadet they passed many closed doors and empty hallways, almost as if the place was abandoned. The building was completely void of any sounds except for that of the recruit's feet as they made their way to large door at the end of the hallway.

Upon passing through the doors the cadets were ushered into a gigantic, dark room that appeared to be several stories high and wide enough to fit a few houses in it. Pretty soon confusion began to settle over the recruits.

Sharing a glance with Inuyasha they began to try to find out what was going on. They'd both heard the rumors of how rigorous their qualification course was and all of this walking around and ease was starting to get to them.

Looking around to see if she could spot anything, the raven haired recruit began concentrating on anything that seemed to be out of place. 'This just doesn't feel right, something's going to happen.'

Unaware of it, her dog eared friend was thinking along the same lines. 'This is way too simple Sesshomaru only had 2 other people left in his class by the time the course was done.'

About 2 minutes later when all the recruits had entered the room the doors leading out suddenly slid shut with a loud bang, locking the recruits inside. All heads turned to the doors when they heard them shut. Some began to panic while others started looking around, waiting for something to pop out at them.

A couple seconds later one of the panels a few floors high on the wall became transparent, revealing the instructors as well as Inu no Taisho himself. Standing from his seated position Toga made his way up to the glass window.

"Welcome Cadets to the SPOK qualification course. As you may know I am Toga Taisho, also known as Inu no Taisho and I am in charge of the SPOK compound. Now, you may have been guessing as to why we had you change into something a little different than your normal PT uniforms and the answer is simple: your first test."

After hearing this a low murmur encompassed the group of cadets. Everyone had a different reaction, from silent anticipation to slight panic. After seeing this Toga let a small predatory smirk rest upon his lips.

"For today's test we will be playing a friendly little game of man hunt except instead of teams its every man for themselves. You will have 1 hour to complete this test. The last people standing who have the most points will win and here's a little piece of advice: it pays to win. Everything you need will be in your utility belt and just to be safe we have a few rules."

"First, you will acquire points by hitting the targets that will appear on your shirts."

After he said this the recruits looked down as targets lit up on everyone shirts, one on the front and one on the back.

"Second, you may acquire these points however you deem necessary. Third, no killing is allowed, that is, unless in dire circumstances."

As soon as he said this a few of the men gained a crazy look in their eyes, anticipating all the blood that would be spilt. Others looked ready to bolt, one even had a hollow, frightened look on his face.

Not even moments later the ceiling of the room also became transparent and above them in bleachers sat the members of the special forces group SPOK, all cheering and placing bets on who they think would come out on top in this year's game. Then the room around the cadets began to change and, when it was done, form into a large landscape of raging rivers, sheer cliffs, and thick forests.

The recruits had never seen anything like it before. As with everything else though, while others were panicking and planning Kagome and Inuyasha decided to have a little fun.

"Wanna make a bet out of this *Serg?"

Turning to her dog-eared companion, Kagome pondered his request before shooting him a small grin. "Fine, I say that by the end of this little game I'll have more points then you Yasha."

Rolling his eyes and scoffing the hanyo gave the petite female a condescending look. "Ya right you heard what the dude said, MANHUNT, meaning a MAN'S game. You won't get more then 10 points, tops.

Gaining her own look of confidence Kagome retorted right back, "Oh you just wait, I'll get one of the highest scores out of everyone Inubaka~."

Giving his friend a flat look Inuyasha simply replied, "Uh huh sure you will, anyway what are we betting...the usual?"

"Sounds good to me." She answered while nodding her head.

Having established the terms of their little competition the two recruits turned to once again face the small room that housed their proctors and the General.

"Now", began Toga "Let the hunt begin and cadets: Welcome to Hell."

*Class A uniform- it's like the regular uniform except it includes the jacket as well here's an example . /perservices/new_uniform_

*Serg- its short for Sergeant which is Kagome's title

That's it for now! Like always I would love to hear what you all think about it so far so plz review :)