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Sorry I kinda left the last chapter in a cliff hanger.
FUN FACT: did you know that the ending of the last chapter (in italics below) was originally going to be my story opener/ summary? Of coarse you didn't, only I knew. (:
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I don't know. Some one once told me that you have to take risks in life. Maybe that's why I choose to ran after him, against all better judgment. Of course, it doesn't matter why I ran, it matters that I did run. And by running after him, I probably changed my life forever.
………chapter 4……….
I panted hard as my feet struck the cold ground. "I really wish I had changed out of Sango's slippers." I thought out loud. My toes became numb, but I couldn't let that bother me.
I crashed through a bush and took a sharp turn out of the woods. My feet pounded on the pavement. Running track last spring really comes in handy in situations like this.
I stopped across the street from Sango's house. Something was off. I looked around. There were no noises coming from any of the houses, although it was already 10. The trees weren't moving, and neither were the clouds. I saw a bird, not moving, suspended in the air. That's not good.
I heard a ruckus from Sango's house. I bolted across the street, and into her house. I ripped open the door, and the warmth of the house hit me in the face. Nothing could've prepared me for what I saw. It was somewhere between horrifying and completely awesome.
Awesome: because I saw a wicked vampire fighting scene. Horrifying: because I saw Sango trying to hold up an unconscious Miroku, who had a gaping hole in his hand.
Inuyasha was fighting some kind of small toad creature, with shark- like teeth protruding its' wicked mouth. Inuyasha tried to tear it with his claws, but at the last second the creature hopped backwards, and onto Sango's coffee table. It flashed its' horrible teeth in a gross grin and cackled in a sing- song voice. "He's gonna die, You're all gonna die, HEheeheeheee."
"Fuck face!" Inuyasha screamed, obviously annoyed. The creature laughed at him, and bounced off the walls. "MRAAGGHH!" Inuyasha roared, trying to strike the little basturd. It just ricocheted past him, mocking Inuyasha's slow movements. I had, had enough of the little shit. "FUCK OFF!" I screeched, grabbing Kohaku's aluminum bat and whacking the creature like it was a baseball.
The creature crunched (EW) off the bat and plopped on the wall. I glanced down at the bat. It was glowing a pale pink. "What the…?" I said inspecting it. It gave a little whine, and caught fire. I could hear, "Your all gonna die.," echoing in the house. "Shit!" Inuyasha exclaimed, He quickly took off his shirt and tried to smother the fire with it. Wait, took off his shirt? Happy Birthday to me!
It eventually worked, but there was a huge burn mark on the wall. Inuyasha covered it with a wall painting. "They'll never know…" He trailed off. I was still admiring his nicely sculpted abs.
"UM, Excuse me, Kagome?" I heard from a panicked Sango, "When you stop ogling that guy, mind coming over hear and helping me with Miroku?" (AN/: If you haven't figured out by now, Inuyasha is in vampire form.) I ran over to then and inspected his hand. There was literally a hole in it, and it wasn't bleeding at all. Miroku was completely pale, and starred off into space at his hand. Inuyasha knelt down next to me. "This is not good." He stated with a frown.
He darted out the door. "WHERE THE FUCK ARE YOU GOING?" I screamed, thinking he was abandoning us. "I"LL BE RIGHT BACK!"
He came back with in thirty seconds, with a jewel shard and a black mitten with the fingers cut off. He placed it on Miroku's hand, and mumbled a few words to the jewel shard. The jewel shard embedded itself into the center on the palm of the mitten. He then shoved Miroku's hand in the glove. "Hey!" Miroku gasped, startled. Inuyasha ignored him. "There. Now Miroku, in a few minutes, you'll fell an icy burning sensation in your hand. What ever you do, do not remove this glove, do you understand me?" Miroku weakly nodded.
"What you have now can be seen as a blessing or a curse. A curse, because you now have a hell hole in your hand which will suck up anything in it's' path when the glove is removed. How ever, you can use this 'wind tunnel' to suck up people and things you hate which is pretty sweet."
"That's all fine and dandy, but do you mind telling me what the fuck that thing was?!" Sango said referring to the pile of ashes on the floor. "That was a kawazu kyuuketsuki; you'll be seeing a lot of those in the near future." Inuyasha answered.
"And why is that?" Sango questioned. "Well you see… The presence of the jewel shards attracts them."
Sango nodded. "Yes, yes, and who the fuck are you?"
Me and Inuyasha exchanged nervous glances. "It's a long story…"
………..AFTER EXPLAINATION………
Sango and Miroku stared at Inuyasha with vacant looks. "I-I Can't believe it…" Sango gaped. "My neighbor… is a vampire? This is crazy…"
"I know right." I replied. Sango continued her disoriented rant. "I mean… Yesterday my biggest problems were pimples and failing tests." "Not even kidding you, that was in my monologue before." (AN/: hahah check it.)
"Really? That's crazy!"
"I know right?!"
"Guy's, let's get serious here." Miroku yelled, still clutching his hand. I almost said, Geez go to a Midol miss pissy, but that would've just ticked him off more. "Inuyasha," he said, turning to Inuyasha. "If we're going to be seeing these "Kyuuketsuki's, how do you expect us to fight them. We are mere mortals, and those things can obviously do some damage. We can't always be relying on you to save us." "I'm getting to that." Inuyasha sighed. "This is where it gets complicated."
"And it wasn't complicated before?" Sango yelled. Miroku and I shushed her, and Inuyasha continued, "There are other demons hunting the Jewel shards. Some want them for good, like me and my family, but others want them for horrible and selfish reasons. Such as, Naraku. He's probably the one who sent that kawazu kyuuketsuki. He is a horrible being- during the day, he lives as a normal human being, but by the night, he slaughters hundreds of innocent humans. He wants the jewel, to kill and/ or enslave all humans. Me and my family want to stop it."
"Why are you telling us all of this?" I asked the question plaguing all of our minds. "We could easily tell people what you are, and have you hunted. Why do you trust us?"
"Well one I know you guys are good people. Two, the truth is: I need help fighting Naraku. He has already found over half the jewel shards. We have to stop him before he becomes all powerful." He explained. He had a pleading look on his face. "Please guys, My family and I can't take him on by ourselves."
"Inuyasha…." I started. Miroku cut me off. "How are we going to help you? Like a said before, we just humans. We can't do much but call 911." "I've already taken care of it. All you guys have to do is say yes." He responded. "One second please." I said to him, gathering Miroku and Sango in a huddle. We conversed and after a minute we had come to a decision.
"Sure- why not?" Sango answered Inuyasha happily. "I mean, how many people can say that they saved the world from an evil vampire?"
Inuyasha beamed. "Glad you're on board guys. Now, about you being weak mortals. I can fix that. Or- shall I say, the jewel shards can. Miroku, you already have one in your hand now. Because of that kyuuketsuki, you have a hell hole in your hand. We can change this curse into a blessing. When you take off the glove, you will be able to suck in anything and any one in its path, so be careful. Not only that, but the jewel shard has enabled you to use holy powers because you forefathers were monks."
"I see…" Miroku trailed off, still staring at his hand.
"Kagome, as you saw before, you have obtained spiritual powers from the jewel shard, as you have miko blood in your veins."
"Schweet."
"And Sango," Inuyasha continued through the explanation, "although you have no supernatural powers, your ancestor's were demon slayers, and the jewel shard has awakened you natural fighting skills."
"Basically, I can kick butt." Sango inquired. "I suppose you could say that." Inuyasha agreed. "But, I wouldn't feel comfortable sending you up against demons on your own; you would need a side kick…" He trailed off. His eyes searched the room. From the kitchen, Sango's new kitten, Kirara emerged. She gave a little yawn and stretched. Inuyasha's eyes met her. "Perfect!" He exclaimed, picking up the cat. She gave an annoyed mew. He pulled another jewel shard out of his pocket, and placed it on her head. It sunk in, and formed a black diamond on her forehead. Kirara didn't flinch.
"What did that do?" A concerned Sango asked. "It just gave her… an advantage. You'll see when the time comes." Inuyasha answered. Sango nodded, still unsure.
There was a weird pause before anyone spoke again. I heaved a heavy sigh. Boy has been a long day, and it's only noon. Sango yawned and started upstairs.
"I don't know about you guys, but I'm hitting the sack."
"Sango, it's not even one yet."
"You're not even one yet!" She screamed back.
She gets… annoyed easily and stops making sense when she gets tired. Trust me; I had to deal with this all through out track last spring.
"I'm joining you." Miroku pulled his attention from his hand, and followed Sango. It was just me and Inuyasha, alone again. Yippee.
I plopped myself down on the couch. I noticed Inuyasha still in the center of the room… still shirtless. He caught me staring and grinned, I blushed hard. "Hey Inuyasha?"
"Yes?" He replied in a sexy tone. What was he trying to do seduce me? Not today vampy boy. I'm too tired.
"Are you going to do anything about your lack of a shirt?"
"Oh yeah, sure," He trailed off, slightly disappointed.
He grabbed his charred shirt from the ground and pulled it back on. He then sat himself down next to me and yawned. "Kagome, will you lend me your lap?" He asked innocently. Aw.
"Of course," A patted my lap, motioning for him to lie down. He yawned and placed his head on my lap he closed his eyes. His hair once again transformed from silver white to pitch black. His ears took their normal human form.
After a minute his head felt heavier, so I guessed he was asleep. Poor guy, even vampire's must get tired sometime.
'Wait, if he is a normal guy in the day, and a vampire by night, how does he get his sleep? That's a brain teaser. I guess I'll ask him later.' I thought, on the verge of a yawn. I leaned back against the soft yet firm couch. My eyes felt heavy, and I drifted off…
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I tip toed through he forest until I came to a small clearing near a small creek. I loved coming here in the autumn, more than in the summer. In the summer time the clearing was filled with dark blue hydrangeas and golden honeysuckles. The vines hanging from the trees would suffice for good swings, and the sweet singings of the blue jays and morning glories would almost be drowned out by the cicadas. I would dip my toes in the pool and watch the tadpoles swim franticly while sucking on a honey suckle.
But in the autumn, it was only a bit chiller. The leaves were brilliant colors which blended into the sunset, barely visible through the dense trees. The frogs were just about to leave for warmer waters. (AN:/ what do frogs do in the winter? I'm too lazy to Google that shit up. Someone tell me in review form please XD) And the birds were still around to sing the forest to life, but now they were mostly robins. I would run around the clearing; looking for cicada shells to creep Miroku and Sango out.
But there was one reason why I loved the woods in the autumn even more: It was where I could see my angel. "Angel?" I called out. "Where are you?" I hoped he was still there; it had been a year since we had last seen each other…last fall. He told me to wear red, so he would be able to recognize me. 'I have grown a lot this year.' I thought proudly. I bet I looked like a big kid now.
I toyed with the hem of my short red Kimono dress. I liked it because it had white lilies on it, a flower Angel had told me was only meant for beautiful and pure girls to wear I sat down on a large rock near the stream and dipped my toes in. Chills immediately ran up my spine; I hadn't expected the water to be so cold.
In my reflection, I saw his silver hair. I immediately turned around, "Angel!" I cried happily.
But… something was wrong. His usually gold eyes were red with blue irises. His face had two purple stripes running down the sides, and he was looking at me funny. "Angel…?"
He took a step towards me…
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I MAKE THEM GOOD GIRLS GO BA-AD. I MAKE THEM GOOD GIRLS GO. GOOD GIRLS GO .BAD
I jolted awake. I was awoken rudely by my cell phone. I stumbled off the couch towards my backpack. I flipped my crappy phone open. "Yes, Mama?" I said into the cellular device.
(phone convo)
Me: Yes, mama?
Mom: Kagome why haven't you called me yet? It's already 3pm. Your Grandpa Sota and I have already left for Kyoto. I guess you've missed out on our family trip.
Me: Crap, I totally forgot.
Mom: Well it's too late now. You'll have to crash at Sango's for the week.
Me: Damn.
Mom: I left the back door unlocked so you may get your things, but no one in my house do you here me?
Me: Yes, mama, thank you. I love you.
Mom: Stop saying that in front of your friends!
(End phone convo.)
Damn, she hung up on me. I love you too mommy dearest.
Hey, wasn't Inuyasha on my lap before?
I looked around, and noticed him on the floor. He must have fallen off the couch when I woke up. I started laughing my ass off. How did he not wake up? He's ridiculous.
"I'm awake." He groaned. This just made me laugh harder. "You think this is funny don't you?" He growled still lying, face on the ground. "I'll show you," With incredible speed, he tackled me onto the couch. His eyes gleamed mischievously.
Then he started tickling me.
"Holy crap, Inuyasha stop!" I gasped in between laughing fits. "Oh no, this is what you deserve Kagome!" He yelled, still tickling me. "I'm gonna pee my pants!" I screeched, trying to force him off of me. He wouldn't budge. Damn his vampire hanyou strength! He chuckled at my dismay. Then, out of nowhere, a small rectangular box hit his head. He stopped tickling me for a moment to inspect what it was. "What the…"
It was a box of condoms.
We heard a voice from upstairs. "No glove; no Love." Sango teased, and skipped merely back to her room. "WE'RE NOT HAVING SEX!" I screamed back at her. I turned beat red, and Inuyasha's cheeks became slightly flushed as he turned around to look at her. "SILLY BITCH!" I screamed again as I ran up the stairs, chasing her through the second level of her house.
I finally caught up to her and tackled her on her brother's bed. I grabbed a pillow and struck her with it. "Do you know how incredibly awkward that was for me?" I screeched while laughing. "Do you know how incredibly fun that was for me?" She responded by grabbing her own pillow. She hit me with it so hard I almost lost my balance. "Oh, it is ON." I challenged. "BRING IT!" She retaliated.
And so began the pillow war of '09.
In the end we met a stalemate. Though many lives were lost on both sides, there was no victor. We both retreated back into Sango's room. Inuyasha was sitting there talking to a newly dressed Miroku. "That brings up the issue of where to train…" We heard Miroku say from the doorway. "I know a place; it's outside in the middle of the woods. No one should be able to see us there; not many people take strolls in the woods in this freezing weather." Inuyasha said. "Then it's agreed. We have a week off for thanksgiving, which is good training time for us. You guys don't have any plans right?" Miroku inquired.
"That reminds me…" I started. "Sango, I need a place to crash for the week. Is it possible that I can stay at your house?" I pleaded. "Please, please, please."
"I don't know Kagome, I mean, I don't really like you that much." She replied sarcastically. "But seriously, my dad might throw a shit fit. How 'bout we all alternate days that Kagome can crash at our places?" She offered. "Sure." Inuyasha agreed. "My parent's would be cool with that I guess."
"And my mother loves you, Kagome." Miroku confessed. "I'm sure she wouldn't mind."
This is how I spent the next week house hopping.
Yay.
NOT.
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Ps. I apologize that like the first four paragraphs of this chapter start with I and a past tense verb. That's just how I roll I guess.
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