Kagome's life at the university had taken a sharp turn. No longer was she the subject of name calling. No longer was she made fun of. No, that was now reserved for Sango and Miroku. They had both been expelled from their elite circle and were now in the position that Kagome had been in.
Kagome could remember the following Monday after the party. She had expected Sesshomaru not to keep his word and her torment only compounded, but to her surprise, he had done what he had said. She had come onto the campus lawn and heard Inu Yasha's loud voice.
"So, how long do you guys think that Sango and Miroku will last? With all of the girls he has been sleeping with lately, one would think that Sango would catch on by now. What an idiot." He barked, laughing with the others.
Kagome had looked up at the group, and saw Sesshomaru smirking. However, his smirk disappeared when he saw Kagome. For an instant, his eyes became soft. However, the bitch by his side also saw her and shouted, "Hey, Kagome. We missed you at the party, where did you go? Oh yeah, you left early and went home with those two fairies."
She began to laugh, and so did others. Sesshomaru turned to Yura, intent on snapping at her, but Kagome's voice rang through the laughter, causing Yura to blush a deep red in embarrassment.
"I'm shocked that you noticed me, Yura. Normally you don't notice anything unless it has a dick and a fat wallet." Kagome snapped, watching the female youkai's face as her mouth dropped.
Yura stared down at the girl, her fists clenched together. "What did you just say to me?" She asked, through clenched teeth.
"You heard me, bitch or are you as deaf as you are easy." Kagome growled back, feeling her anger get the best of her.
Yura began to shake. Suddenly, everyone was looking up at her and smirking. She looked up at Sesshomaru for help. However, she quickly learned that she was on her own. She yanked away from the group and stormed inside the building. She was not going to allow herself to be humiliated any further.
Sesshomaru had narrowed his eyes at Kagome, who in turn scowled at him. She smirked when she heard him tell his group that she wasn't worth it and that they had bigger fish to fry. She watched as he led his little gang inside.
Kagome had smirked at her small victory. She looked over at where Sango and Miroku sat and went over to them. She just knew that they had taken her seat in hell.
Now, as Kagome pulled up to the university, she could see Sango and Miroku waiting on her. They had started to have lunch together and Kagome could not help feeling that she was not as lonely as she used to be. Sure, Sango and Miroku were constantly harassed, but when she was with them, the comments never came. Kagome could not be sure if it was because of what she said to Yura, but she did earn herself some respect points from the other students for her little comments.
But, that was not the only thing that was new with Kagome. She had begun to feel sick and found that food made her stomach queasy. She did notice that her hearing and eyesight were sharper, but that was not her concern at the moment. All she wanted was for the headaches and sleeplessness to go away.
As Kagome parked, Sango and Miroku made their way over to Kagome. "Hey, Kagome. Guess what!" Sango squealed.
Kagome closed her eyes. The headache that she had been nursing just got worse. She opened her eyes and smiled weakly. "What is it, Sango?"
"Yura is going around campus and telling everyone that Sesshomaru is going to take her as his mate." Sango said, wrinkling her nose. "I thought Sesshomaru had more taste than that."
"Well, his father has been nagging at him to settle down, so I am betting that Yura convinced him that she was the best candidate." Miroku said, looking up at the so-called 'beautiful people'.
Sango stepped back from Kagome and gave her a critical look over. She nudged Miroku and nodded in Kagome's direction. Finally, she said, "Kagome. Are you feeling ok? You don't look like you feel well at all."
Kagome rubbed her eyes. She was so damn tired. "I'm fine, Sango. Really. I just have not been getting enough rest."
"You look as though you have lost a bit of weight and your hair seems to have grown a little. Kagome, what is going on? Please, let us in." Miroku pleaded.
Kagome shook her head. "Really, I am fine. Let's go to class." She said, walking past her friends and heading towards her first class. She prayed that she would not fall asleep. Well, again.
Sesshomaru watched Kagome walk across the campus. He could hear her thoughts and knew that the two traitors were questioning her. He could feel her weakening. If he didn't act, she would spill what had happened between them.
Kouga and Hiten had noticed that Kagome had arrived and had been greeted by their new targets. They could not believe the change in their former prey. She had lost some weight and her clothing seemed to fit her body better, revealing an interesting treasure. Hiten nudged Kouga in the ribs. "So, what do you think about little Kagome? She is not looking so bad these days." He said, smirking.
Kouga laughed. "I'll say. I think that we should go down and wish her a good morning, don't you?"
Both males turned and walked towards the stairs, only to stop when they heard a low growl. They turned in surprise and saw that Sesshomaru's eyes had turned red. For some reason, he was pissed.
"You will not approach her. If you so much as breath on her, I will personally make sure that neither of you are able to walk without assistance. Am I clear?" Sesshomaru hissed, his red eyes glittering dangerously.
Hiten and Kouga looked at each other and gulped. They looked back at their friend and nodded. Yura, on the other hand, was upset.
"Why can't they talk to the little bitch? It isn't like she is taken. I think that some action may do her some good, and Kami knows that Hiten and Kouga can provide some action." Yura smirked, winking at the two males.
Sesshomaru turned his furious gaze onto the female at his side. He grabbed her hand and shoved it off of his arm. It was time to put her in her place.
"Don't ever touch me again. I don't give a damn who you screw and how many times, but don't you dare suggest that these two ever go after Kagome again. Not unless you are asking for an early death." Sesshomaru said, his eyes trained on the frightened female.
Yura looked around nervously. She had gone too far. After all, he had said that Kagome was under his protection and she was not to be messed with.
"I'm sorry, baby. Forgive me." Yura whined. She gasped in horror when Sesshomaru turned away from her and started down the stairs. She called out to him, but he ignored her. He had more important things to do. Like telling Kagome to keep her mouth shut, and he had to get her some damn aspirin. Her headache was killing him. Damn that mark.
Kagome sat in class. She had done a very good job of staying awake in her first class, but keeping awake in Professor Kaede's class was going to take an act of Kami. She liked the professor, and had even spent some time with her after class. Kagome came from a very long and proud line of mikos and monks. Professor Kaede knew her grandfather and had begun schooling her in the ways of the miko. Of course, this was all done in her office, and away from prying eyes. She didn't notice that her beloved professor had called out her name.
Kaede sighed. She had sensed that something was wrong with Kagome, but she was going to wait until after class, but the girl looked ill and tired. She called out the young woman's name, but found the girl staring off into space. So, she did the next best thing. She walked right up to her and slammed her hands onto the table, and gained the attention of her student.
"Kagome. Would you like to go and splash some water on your face? You don't look well and you look as though you are going to fall asleep." Professor Kaede said, staring down at her.
Kagome blushed, but nodded. Anything to get out of the class. She would have to give thanks to Kami for the rescue later. She got up and walked quickly out of class, unaware that a pair of golden eyes watched her exit her class and head down the hall.
Sesshomaru had stopped in the school store and bought a small bottle of Tylenol. He had gone to class and intended on giving it to Kagome after class was over, the strength of her headache was driving him up the wall. He could feel that she was tired, and he had to wonder if she was still hurting over what he had done to her. His youkai had been nothing but problems for him since the 'incident'. It kept urging him to go after her, find her, mate her. But, Sesshomaru could not, and would not do that. He would not give her a second thought. He was in total control. That is until Kouga and Hiten started to go down to talk to her. His youkai surged forth and came rushing out to greet the two rival males. It had wanted to rip their heads off, but he had managed to reign it in before doing any damage. It had also barked at Yura. He had heard about the rumors that he was supposedly going to take her as his mate. His youkai grew extremely angry over this disrespect to its mate and it had snapped at her.
Now, as he sat in class, trying to ignore the throbbing in his head, he looked up and saw Kagome walk past his class. He quickly got up and quirked an eyebrow at the professor, who nodded and waved his hand.
Sesshomaru walked outside, and watched as Kagome went into the ladies room. He walked up to the door, and opened it. He could hear water running and he stepped inside. He rounded the corner, and found Kagome hunched over a sink, splashing water on her face. He walked up behind her and waited for her to stand up and look in the mirror. He could not wait for her reaction. However, it was not what he had been expecting.
When she stood up and looked into the mirror, she only gasped at him. She slowly turned around and looked down at the floor.
"I haven't said a word, so don't worry." Kagome said, quietly. She tried to walk around him, but he would not let her pass.
"I know that Sango and Miroku have been questioning you. I want you to tell them that if they have any questions regarding what happened between us to come to me. I will handle them." Sesshomaru said, hooking his finger under her chin and forcing her to look at him.
He could feel his youkai screaming again. It knew that its mate was not well. It wanted to take care of her and hold her until she was well again. But, instead Sesshomaru swallowed the intense feelings and handed her the bottle that he had in his hand.
"Here. Take these. I don't want to be feeling your headache all day long." He said, releasing his hold on her chin.
Kagome took the bottle and whispered, "Thank you."
Sesshomaru was about to leave, but his damn youkai broke free again and did something he instantly regretted. Well, not totally regretted, but it made the entire situation harder. His youkai kissed her. It poured all of its want into the kiss, and Kami help him, he actually enjoyed it. The softness of her lips took his breath away and to feel her in his arms made him feel complete.
Kagome, however, was not happy. She yanked back and glared at him. She could see that his eyes kept flashing between gold and red, but she honestly didn't care at the moment.
"What in the hell are you doing?" She hissed, backing away from him.
Sesshomaru's eyes narrowed. "I am simply showing my mate affection. Do not refuse me." He growled.
Kagome's eyes narrowed. "I am not your mate, remember? You said so yourself. It was a mistake. Now, excuse me. I am sure that we both want to be rid of this headache and I am sure that Professor Kaede is looking for me."
She watched as Sesshomaru's eyes turned back to their golden color. He nodded, and let her pass. He followed closely behind her and before she opened the door, he grabbed her arm and lowered his lips until they were touching her ear.
"Remember. Remember what I said I would do if you told. I will deal with Sango and Miroku, Kagome. Keep your mouth shut." He whispered. He then pushed past her and began to walk down the hall. Kagome rolled her eyes and then looked at the small bottle. At least she could take care of her headache.
Sesshomaru was not a happy inu youkai. He stormed down the hall after his class. His youkai had broken loose again and had kissed Kagome. Not that he was really complaining, but it was making it hard on him to pull away from her.
Kouga and Hiten had been right. She was appealing to look at. He could fully understand why his youkai had wanted to kiss her. It missed her and because they had marked her, it wanted her by their side. However, he would not submit, and he had a feeling that his youkai would be acting up until it got its way.
He finally made it to the café and he let out a sigh of relief. He did not see Kagome anywhere and he hoped that she would not appear. However, when it came to Kagome, his wishes were never granted. She walked into the café and had both Sango and Miroku with her. She and Sango gave Miroku their order, and he bounded off to get their food. Sesshomaru's eyes narrowed when he saw a male approach Kagome. His youkai was not happy at all.
He watched as the male tapped Kagome on her shoulder and then smiled down at her. His blood began to boil. He reached out and grabbed Kouga by his long ponytail, smirking when he heard a surprised yelp.
"Who is that?" He growled, pointing over at the male beside Kagome.
Kouga's eyes narrowed. For the life of him, he didn't know. He shrugged. He called Hiten over and asked him. When given the same answer that he received from Kouga, he let go of the long black hair and stood up. Inu Yasha looked up at his half brother.
"What in the hell are you doing?" Inu Yasha asked, narrowing his eyes. He had never seen his brother act in such a manner.
"Mind your own damn business." Sesshomaru snapped. He stormed over to where Kagome was sitting and tapped her on her shoulder.
Kagome and Sango could not believe how nice the young man was. He had come over and introduced himself as Hojo. He was a very good-looking young man and she could not help but feel flattered at his attention. In fact, she had been getting lots of complements lately and it confused her. However, his easygoing attitude and kind words did much to calm her. However, her calm was soon disrupted.
Sesshomaru had come up behind her and tapped her shoulder. When she looked up at him, he said, "I want to speak with you. Now."
Kagome shot Sango and Hojo a glance and replied, "I am busy. I don't want to talk to you right now."
Sesshomaru could feel his anger rising. He grabbed her upper arm and yanked her up. He saw Hojo stand up and he growled, "Don't even think about it, boy."
Hojo gulped and sank back into his chair. There was no way in hell that he was going to face an angry inu youkai.
Sango watched as her former friend dragged her friend out of the café. She could not understand what had gotten into the guy. Normally, he was total control in an attractive package, but he didn't seem in control at all. She could only hope that he didn't hurt Kagome.
Sesshomaru was way beyond angry. He glared down at the woman that he held in his grasp. She had gone totally pale, and he prided himself on his ability to intimidate her. He stormed over to his car, and opened the passenger side door. He shoved her into the seat, and then walked over to the driver's side. He slid in, and growled at Kagome when she tried to exit the car.
"We are going to set a few ground rules. So, buckle up. We are going for a drive." Sesshomaru said as he started the car. Kagome had a feeling that her headache was going to be returning.