Wow…April, to October… that's a long ass time!! I've been so busy as a senior… college stuff; driving; senior fundraising… goddamn!... Talking about it makes me tired. SO! I'm back, and I'm gonna try and update more often… thanks for stickin' with me! You guys rock! I'm sorry I let you all down and didn't update soon…
Suniko- I'm glad you really like it! But…although you're awesome…I can't spoil the plot! Sorry.. ^_^
Lady-mayu- My fanfic is fun, eh? ^.^ That's the most unique response. Keep readin'!
Shelbabe- Let me tell ya… you think I'm an awesome writer? I've got you on my fav. Author's list! I love your stories as well! Thanks for reviewin'! *Eyes sparkle* Its like bein' reviewed by a famous actress…teehee.
Peanut Booboo- I'm tryin' to update more! I'm tryin'!!
Kiya1821- No no, Kiya, I love you! Haha.
Jackie- =) Thanks for leavin'me a review, man… it makes me feel good. And constructive criticism sounds great!
Tinuviel- I came up with the idea when I was calling up for an internship at the Daily Record, our newspaper. I had my camera in hand, and I was like, that would be a great idea!
Cheiri Blossom- -_-;… Cheiri… you're my SISTER you crazy head! Haha…and I don't care how much you love Inu-yasha… you should love me more! Inu-Yasha doesn't buy you Christmas presents, and he didn't make you a personalized mirror for your b-day, did he? NO! Good… I'm glad you understand now…teehee. Don't tell Autumn… "Autumn"… but you're my favorite.
Brittney H- I love Inu/Kag pairings too! I think they're neato… Inu-Yasha is so cute! I want doggie ears like that! Teehee… hang in there with me… I'm getting back into it!
Peaches Dani- Here's the chapter you've been waiting for!!! I hope you likey!
Hanamaru 285- I'm continuin'!!
Usagi-Chan=P – I'm writing! I'm writing!
Oneesan no Miroku Houshi- Damn…lol…. Your author name is crazy long! I promise that I will review some of your stuff a.s.a.p!!
Phew! On with the story! …Just to let you know..Inu-Yasha is not mine, in copyright sense…buahaha… but who is that gorgeous piece of man meat sitting on my bed…?
…A girl can dream, right?
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"Good morning, Miss. Higurashi… 'glad you could make it today." Kagome nodded politely, taking a seat in front of the principal.
"I try to be prompt."
"Good…" the principal paused, looking Kagome up and down. "You'll be taking over the photography class in room 207. Room 208 is the dark room lab, and you will have access to this... but you are alternating classes with another teacher… is this alright with you?" Kagome nodded, straightening her pastel green blouse. Her black hair pulled back in a tight pony tail, her bangs falling in front of her forehead. "Good… I'll see you later then. Good luck."
Kagome was sent on her way; with her camera bag strapped over her shoulder. It would be a long day… she could see it coming. She could also see the classroom a head of her, with the door slightly ajar. Approaching the room, she cautiously pushed the door open. It appeared that the room was empty, but a low noise could be heard… someone was looking for something.
"Hello?"
"Ipe!" a low voice screeched from under a desk, obviously hitting his head on it. "Holy Moses… that fuckin' hurt…" he muttered, standing up.
"I- Inu Yasha?! What're you doing here?" she squeeled, obviously not expecting this.
"Um…surprise?" He said, shrugging his shoulders.
"Don't tell me you're working here… I thought you were a journalist like me…" Inu-Yasha sighed at her comment.
"I am a journalist…" he replied, taking a seat.
"You mean to tell me that you're undercover too?" She questioned, following suit.
"Yeah… with the same story too," he answered, not being able to look her directly in the eye.
"W-What?! You mean…Uncle Myouga stole my-"
"No…he'd never go that low, stupid wench. I just happened to have your same idea, that's all." Kagome was outraged! Not only did she have major competition, but now it was within the same district! Oi….could things get any worse?
"Oh boy," she mumbled; running her finger in circles on her desk.
"There goes my job…" the both stated in unison. Glancing at each other… they exploded into laughter. Its funny how mood swings happen in under-pressure situations…atleast some good came out of this.
"At the sound of the bell," the loud speaker began. "Students will arrive to class…thank you."
Kagome glanced at Inu-Yasha and sighed.
"Well… here we go…" she muttered. She ran her hand smoothly over her long, dark pony tail, which shined underneath a ray of sun, that spread across the class room. She was so beautiful… and he was so… so…monstrous! And he didn't forget the closeness they shared…goddamn her for making him lose his senses. He could have lost everything! And now, for 2 months… he was stuck working with her in close facilities. Too close of a shave for him to risk anymore threats to his career. Showing interest would not do him any good… and he was sure to stick with that plan…
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"So, Mr. … Yasha…all you have to do is put the film in like this to load it?" A messy-haired teenager asked, and a subtle voice.
"Yeah… its that easy,"he told the boy, stretching his arm across his chest to crack his back. This was the third and last of the classes that he and Kagome had to teach that day…and there were only 15 minutes left. They had found that the previous teach had not even taught the basics of photography like; loading film, or setting the film speed. Except one student…she seemed to have a lot of camera knowledge.
"Alright class," Kagome began. "I think that's it for today's lesson… just hang 'til the bell rings." Inu-Yasha sighed and joined her at the front of the room, resting his head on his folded arms. They both shared one desk, that silently explained the school's financial problems.
"Tired?" Kagome asked in a hushed sort of voice. Her eyes held a gentle glow, and her lips curved into a soft smile. He was taken slightly off guard, but bounced back.
"Yeah… its been a long day," he told her.
"You don't have to remind me. But hey… why don't you stop by my apartment for some cappuccino or something? I'm ordering out for some food as well… you're free to join me," she offered, tapping his shoulder with a pen.
He sat and thought for a moment, contemplating his options. 'I shouldn't go,' he thought. 'It's jeopardizing all I have at stake…' he paused in his thought and looked at her face. 'Oh god…say no…..say no….say…'
"Sure," he replied. Ouch…
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Inu-Yasha reached Kagome's apartment just at sunset, he figured around 6:00.Yawning, he walked up the stairs, thinking of the previous events. School…ugh… he never imagined being a teacher in his life. But he was already beginning to see the stories brewing right before his eyes. Students had no thought as to who was a teacher or not… it was a horn-dog school filled with the horniest people alive. And despite all the excitement… he was exhausted. But nothing a little dinner couldn't handle!
Straightening himself, and dusting off his suede jacket, he lifted his hand and knocked on the door.
"Inu-Yasha! You made it," Kagome exclaimed, opening the door. Stepping inside, he slipped off his jacket, and glanced around. Her apartment was definitely owned by her for a while, an assumption made merely by the personality the room seemed to have. It would definitely be considered cozy, and he liked it. Candles were lit along the balcony, forming a heavenly glow… she brought the restaurant home!
"I like the place," Inu-Yasha complimented, dropping his coat on a chair. He watched as she smiled, and headed toward the glass sliding door.
"Hungry?" She asked, opening it for him. He grinned one of his lopsided grins.
"Would I be here if I wasn't?"
"Uh…yeah?" She countered. She went to sit down, but Inu-Yasha ran behind her.
"Allow me…" he offered, pushing her seat in. He could sense her blush, but he wasn't about to comment. Sitting in front of her, he gazed down at the food. It had to be home cooked… it was nothing he had ever seen before!
"Kagome… did you really just order out?" He questioned her skeptically.
"Silly… my mom works a fancy restaurant, I get free meals," she answered calmly looking at her. She was amazing! Her eyes which glimmered like diamonds, and her smile so warm, he wanted to forget about the food and hold her. "Inu-Yasha… are you alright?"
"Huh? Oh, yeah. I'm fine…let's eat!"
After an hour, they finally finished their meal; feeling quite content. Kagome watched intently as Inu-Yasha closed his eyes, relaxing in his chair. She didn't deny the yearning she had for this man… considering he had kept her up the night before. She remembered how he held her so tenderly; and how he almost seemed to purr when she stroked his hair; and especially how he whispered in her ear. It was like nothing she had ever felt before; being more on the conservative side. Even her previous boyfriend hadn't been able to evoke such a passion… what was it about Inu-Yasha?
Inu-Yasha leaned back, taking a few deep breaths. The music she had playing in the background was soft and slow; easing is mind. Everything was happening so fast, and he had no idea how to handle it. Sighing, he glanced around, and suddenly saw pictures around the room. They were beautiful shots!
"Kagome," he began. "Where did you get these photos?" She looked up at the pictures, not realizing herself, the sadness that flooded over her features.
"Those… those were my father's. He was quite skilled… I used to tell him he was art smart," she answered softly.
"Was?" He edged. Her bands fell over her eyes as she bent her head downward.
"My father died when I was seventeen years old….the very night of my birthday. He was working in the darkroom at the photo-studio in the middle of Tokyo…" she tightly shut her eyes, and her fists were clenching the table cloth. "That picture of me in the bed of roses was taken by him… and as he was hanging it up to dry, one of the enlargers fell on him, and a sharp object on it broke off and… and pierced him just below his diaphragm…"
Inu-Yasha got up from his seat, and pulled her to him, resting his head atop of hers.
"I'm sorry… I didn't mean to pry…" he whispered. "You know… roses suit you." She sniffled and looked up at him.
"Huh?" She asked, apparently confused.
"The roses… its very fitting," he stated again.
"Why do you say that?" She questioned, shifting so both of her arms were wrapped around his waist. He smiled the most genuine smile, and brushed her tears away from her cheek with his thumb.
"Because you're both beautiful…" Kagome was taken by surprise, and leaned back to study his face. Was he serious? Or was this some cruel joke.
"I-Inu Yasha…I….I don't know what to say to that…" she told him honestly.
"You don't have to say anything, I- Damn it! I actually have to get going! Shit! My boss is gonna shoot me!" he cried, jumping out of her arms, nearly causing her to fall out of her chair. "I'm sorry Kagome… I'll see you tomorrow at class… see ya!" he shouted, running out the door, and slamming it behind him. She sighed.
"One shinning moment….and it all comes crashing back down. Curses…" she whispered. Then she looked up the picture hanging on her wall… the huge portrait of her resting in a beautiful bed of blood red roses.
'…you're both beautiful…'
She let out a girlish giggle and started to clean up. Maybe this wouldn't be as hard as she had expected.
Inu-Yasha rushed out of the apartment, fumbling with all his items. Operation: Journalist had commenced… now all he had to do was keep softening her up. He had it all figured out…
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Hmm…. I wonder what'll happen next? How'd you guys like it? Sorry its so short… but I felt bad for not writing in a long time… so I had to get something up. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO REVIEWED!!
Next Chapter:
Journalist Blues.
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