So close. If she could just make the short trip up the stairs, turn the corner, open the door. But HE stood in her way . . .
"So, Kagome-chan, did that tea my mother sent alleviate the strep throat you had?" Hojo asked cheerfully.
"Yes. It was wonderful! You'll have to thank her for me." She smiled at him, but irritated at that Hojo was still there. Kagome couldn't wait to jump in to the bath but an oblivious teenager stood in her way. He had some sort of filter before his eyes, blocking out any disarray in Kagome's appearance. A long day had begun .