Yay, another chapter done. Thanks for all the reviews I got this week, I love the fact that so many people love this story. I did get another question about the story, yes it will follow the events in the books but at a certain point they will drift apart. *Walks away listening to music while pondering the next chapter*

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Chapter 8- Baseball and Nomads.

"There's gonna be a thunderstorm. There's gonna be a thunderstorm. There's gonna be a thunderstorm…"Alice said as she bounced around the Cullen living room. Kagome watched the vampire seer with an amused smile. Emmett and Jasper were seating on the couch while Kagome sat on Edwards lap. Rosalie was off working on her car. Carlisle had just gotten home and Esme was cooking Kagome an early dinner. The boys were laughing at the hyper girl.

"Thunderstorm?" Kagome asked turning to face Edward.

"You'll see, when's the storm Alice?"

"Tomorrow, and its gonna be so much fun." Alice began jumping again as Esme brought Kagome a plate of orange chicken. Kagome rearranged herself on Edward before eating. Several times Kagome and Edward had tried to take the next step in their relationship, but each time they were interrupted. Edward once again had asked about demon courting causing Kagome to laugh. She had told him she knew he was a good provider, her Vanquish proved that. She knew he could protect her, he was a vampire. As for children, they knew if she could they would be strong. All they needed to do now was ask Brother Yuki for his blessing and announce it to the court.

Edward had asked how they would go about that. Kagome said that currently, Brother Yuki was on a demon ran cruise toward Alaska to visit a great-grand daughter. As for the court, she wanted to wait until they had the blessing as safety precaution. Edward agreed to wait until Brother Yuki would go back to Japan in late September.

As Kagome finished eating, Rosalie came out of nowhere and took the plate toward the sink before the miko could even stand up. Kagome huffed while crossing her arms whilst Edward chuckled. Kagome looked toward the clock before quickly jumping up and grabbing the remote from Emmett who was channel surfing. She quickly changed the channel to one that was playing 'Pan's Labyrinth'. She hopped back onto Edwards lap just as the move was starting.

"Hey, I was watching that." Emmett pretended to complain. Kagome quickly shushed him.

"I haven't seen this from the beginning yet, so shut up." She giggled as she placed Edward's feet up on the coffee table before placing hers on top of his. She leaned back while Edward wrapped his arms around her waist. Throughout the movie Emmett tried several times to annoy Kagome. After three times, Kagome grabbed a throw pillow and chased Emmett through the house trying to hit him laughing the whole way. As they ran through the living room, Edward grabbed Kagome just as the movie came back from commercial break.

Afterwards Kagome bided everyone night as she headed out to her car. Edward gave her a deep kiss before letting her leave, Kagome a little dazed before she pulled out of the drive. No matter how many times he kissed her it still left her dazed and quite happy.

As she pulled in Charlie's driveway, she noticed that Edward was already waiting in the tree outside her window. She got out of her car muttering about fast vampires who couldn't wait until she got home. She headed inside where Bella was sitting on the couch with Charlie watching a late baseball game. Kagome gave her uncle a kiss stating that tomorrow Edward wanted to formally meet him. Charlie nodded, muttering 'about time' while Kagome giggled. She bided them goodnight and headed upstairs.

She made it up to her room, quickly locking her door as Edward climbed in. Kagome gave him another glare, as he laughed, still muttering about people who were too fast. She grabbed her laptop and schoolbooks, deciding to get a head start on her weekend homework so she had more time to spend with her vamp. She settled on her bed with the curtains open, with Edward laying behind her so his upper body was on her left side and his legs were stretched out beside her toward her right. Together they worked through the small pile of work, Edward giving her most of the answers, causing Kagome to laugh.

The next morning Kagome was slow to get up before she headed toward the shower. Edward had already left, unlocking her door so Charlie wasn't suspicious. Kagome quickly showered before grabbing her clothes that Edward had set out the night before. She put on lose blue jeans, black with blue lacing work styled boots, the baseball shirt Emmett had bought her, and a baseball cap. She nodded at her appearance as a text came through stating that Edward was pulling into her drive. Kagome nodded as she headed downstairs where Charlie was cleaning a double barrel shotgun. Damn, she shouldn't have told him Edward wanted to meet him.

"Uncle, Edwards here." Charlie nodded as he closed the gun.

"Alright, bring him in." Kagome nodded as she went to the door, opening just as her vampire walked up to the door. Kagome told him to play nice as she led him inside. As they reached Charlie, he had placed the shotgun on the table and Bella was walking down the stairs still in her pajamas. Edward took the first step.

"Chief Swan, I whished to finally and formally introduce myself. My name is Edward Cullen. I'm sure you've heard lots about me. I'll be borrowing Kagome for most of the day and probably late into the night as we're going to be playing baseball and we're not sure when we'll be back."

"Baseball, good luck with that." Kagome glared at her uncle as Edward chuckled. "Well if you're going to be too late, give me call Kags." Kagome nodded as she gave her uncle a hug and followed Edward outside. She noticed that instead of his Volvo there was a dirty white jeep. When Kagome asked Edward said that they were going deep into the woods to a clearing where they always played ball.

Smiling Kagome climbed into the jeep as Edward sped off toward his house before making a sharp turn right. Kagome laughed in joy at the speeds as Edward pressed the gas pedal further while laughing at his little mate. They drove through the rough terrain, bouncing in their seats as Kagome commenting on how they needed to go four-wheeling someday. Edward smiled as Kagome giggled whilst she watched the greenery of the forest pass by her before they started slowly down to a stop. Kagome stood in awe at the gorgeous waterfall that stood off in the distance before her. It had been a long time since she had bathed under a waterfall. Turning around, Kagome saw a huge open clearing where the rest of the family stood tossing a ball around. Each one of them wore a shirt like Kagome's only a different number.

Alice was the first to spot Kagome, running over she started to comment on how Kagome looked like a Cullen now. Laughing Kagome linked arms with her as the two girls headed over to the rest of the family. Esme met them as they walked toward home plate. "Glad you're finally here, we need an umpire"

Emmett walked by mockingly saying, "She thinks we cheat."

"I know you cheat." Esme said, Kagome giggling. "Call'em as you see'em." As she stood behind Esme Alice turned her head stating, "Its time" as a crash of thunder was heard off in the distance. Kagome noticed everyone was ready as Alice threw the first pitch. As Rosalie hit the ball, a huge clash that sounded like thunder rang out through the clearing causing Kagome to laugh.

"Now I know why you need the thunder." Kagome watched as Rosalie started to run the bases as Edward ran after the ball. Kagome watched as ball came flying at Esme as Rosalie headed for home, Edward emerging out from the forest. Rosalie slid as Esme brought the ball down both looked up at Kagome. Kagome sighed and made the 'your out' sign with her hand. "Sorry."

Emmett cheered as Rosalie sighed and stood up glaring at him, Emmett yelled 'Come on babe, it's just a game' before Carlisle walked up to bat. His hit caused Emmett and Edward to both head for the ball only to collide, like two rocks being smashed together, as a streak of lighting behind them causing the two to laugh. Kagome giggled at the beautiful scene it made. Jasper was next, Emmett climbing up a tree to catch the ball, Rosalie's comment of her 'monkey man' causing Kagome to laugh. This was nothing like the football games she played back in Japan with Inuyasha's crew, then again those were mostly lets see who can tackle who the hardest.

They all took turns batting, each hit going deep into the woods or being caught out of mid air. As they switched innings again, Kagome stated she wanted to try hitting. They were concerned that she would get hurt but Kagome stated she would be fine. She picked up the metal bat, flipping it once before moving to stand in the batters position. Alice nodded once before she threw the ball at full speed. Everyone seemed to hold their breath as the ball went flying toward Kagome. Kagome's eyes grew pink for a second before she swung, striking the ball toward Edward's side of the clearing. The ball flew over his head and toward the woods.

Emmett cheered as Edward took off after the ball and Kagome quickly tried to run the bases, making it to second before Edward was in front of her with the ball. Kagome giggled as she stopped, her foot firmly planted on the base. Edward gave her a mock glare before tossing the ball toward Alice for the next batter. Kagome laughed as Rosalie hit next sending the ball far right to give Kagome time to get home. As the miko rounded third, Emmett tossed the ball to Esme who positioned herself to tag Kagome.

Smirking, Kagome sped up only to flip over the mother vampire and land on the plate in a handstand. Emmett and Edward cheered as Kagome smirk before standing up. The family applauded her as she bowed and they picked up the game again. Kagome was having a grand time watching the Cullens relax from the stress of pretending to be humans.

Suddenly Alice froze and yelled, "Stop!" She turned to Carlisle as everyone crowed around Kagome at the home plate. "They were leaving then they heard us." Edward turned toward Kagome, starting to walk away but changed his mind knowing they couldn't leave. It would be too obvious.

Kagome quickly nodded in understanding, as she turned with the rest of the family to see three figures walking out of the forest and fog. The first was a white male, long blond hair tied up. He wore a jacket that Kagome recognized as Waylon Forges' and a pair of blue jeans with short chains hanging off them. He seemed to glare at everyone and everything. Kagome could tell from instinct that he was the Alpha leader and dangerous.

The next was a black man with an open orange old-fashion jacket and jeans that were held up with a belt. His hair was done in dread locks and he was carrying the baseball. To her, he was the beta of the group and more curious then dangerous. He gazed at each member of the family before moving on to the next, staring a little longer at Kagome before moving on.

The last member was the only female of the group. She wore a white animal pellet, a green shirt underneath, and tight blue jeans. Her red wavy hair bounced around her as they came to a stop in front of the Cullens. Kagome could smell the first male all over her, but what set Kagome instincts off were their red eyes. Each of them was barefoot with cloth wrapped around their feet. Kagome moved closer toward Edward, hoping they didn't smell the human in her scent, as the black man held up the ball. "I think this belongs to you." He tossed it toward Carlisle who caught it.

"Thank you."

"I am Laurent. And this is Victoria and James." The female nodded when introduced but James just stared at Kagome and Edward. James seemed to be interested in them as Edward pulled Kagome closer.

"I'm Carlisle, this is my family." He looked at each member. "I'm afraid your hunting activities have caused something of a mess for us."

Laurent continued to speak. "Our apologies, we didn't realize the territory had been claimed." As the two talked Kagome got a bad feeling from James who wouldn't stop looking at her.

"Yes, well, we maintain a permanent residence nearby."

"Really," Laurent looked at James. "Well, we won't be a problem anymore. We were just passing through." Victoria then decided to speak up.

"The humans were tracking us, but we led them east. You should be safe." Kagome turned to look at the female before turning her eyes back toward James, then downward. Carlisle thanked them.

"So, could you use three more players?" Laurent asked. Everyone seemed to look as Carlisle unsure. "Oh come on. Just one game."

"Sure, why not. Few of us were leaving, you could take their place. We'll bat first." He said as he tossed the ball back toward Laurent, only for Victoria to catch it.

"I'm the one with the wicked curve ball."

"Well I think we can handle that." Jasper taunted as 'oh's' were heard and everyone went to take their place.

'Get me out of here Edward' Kagome projected toward her vampire as James just stood there staring at her. The two males seemed to start at one another for some unknown reason. Edward glared right back before James finally moved. As Kagome and Edward turned to head back toward the jeep a gust of wind blew her hair around and her scent right toward James, who took a deep breath.

"You brought a snack." At once Kagome found herself standing next to Esme behind the rest of the family as all the vampires traded snarls and growls. Laurent and Victoria were quick to jump besides James to try and claim the human. Rosalie was quick to get in Victoria's face with Emmett, while Edward and Carlisle took James and the rest took Laurent. Each stood their ground ready to fight if the need called for it.

In the back Kagome was ready to summon her fans but waited, as she didn't know much about how vampires acted in battle, the two in Sesshomaru's court never fought.

"The girl is with us." Carlisle said. "I think it best if you leave." From where Kagome stood, she could see Edward snarling more at James who gave a quick smirk.

"I can see the game is over. We'll go now." Laurent was the first to back off, calling for James who followed after a moment then Victoria, who gave one last hiss. As the three walked away, James wrapped an arm around Victoria's neck and gave her a kiss while glaring at the Cullens out of the corner of his eyes.

Edward was slow to stand up, Kagome quickly made her way toward his side as Carlisle told them to leave. Kagome had to tug of Edward's arm twice to get him moving. Together they ran toward the jeep, Edward tried to strap Kagome him but she yelled she had it. As they peeled away from the clearing, Kagome turned to face him.

"Okay, I may not know a whole lot about vampires but what the hell just happened?" A slight tone of fear creped into her voice.

"James is a tracker. The hunt is his obsession."

"I've met a few of those." Kagome muttered.

"I read his mind, my reaction on the field set him off. I just made this his most exciting game ever." Kagome nodded as she tried to calm down.

"Okay, so what happens now?" Kagome could see Edward was truly distressed.

"We have to kill him. Rip him apart and burn the pieces." Kagome noticed they weren't heading toward Forks.

"I have an idea. Take me home."

"No!" Edward yelled. Kagome grabbed his arm drawing his attention toward her.

"Trust me. He'll track my scent home, it's the first place he'll look. If I tell Charlie it's a demon attack, he won't worry as much but if we just leave James'll kill'em. I won't place him or Bella in harm that way. We need to draw him away." Edward looked at her before nodded and heading toward Charlie's. Kagome sent a quick text toward Alice to tell the rest the plain.

As they pulled up into the drive Kagome quickly jumped out of the jeep and ran toward the door. Edward was right behind her to play his part. As Kagome opened the door yelling, Charlie, who was sleeping on the couch, jumped up and Bella ran down the stairs. "Not now Edward, leave. Just go." Kagome slammed the door and ran past Bella. Both Charlie and Bella took off after Kagome as said girl closed her door.

Edward was standing by her window as Charlie knocked on the door. Kagome opened it only to pull Charlie in before she closed and locked her door and started packing her a change of clothes. Charlie looked between Kagome and Edward and went to speak before Kagome stopped him. "There was a demon on the field, he got away before I could kill him." She whispered as she opened her jewelry box and took out a bracelet. "He's gonna track me here so I need to case a scene to leave so you and Bella are safe. It's the only way." They could hear Bella asking from the hallway if everything was alright. "Uncle please." Kagome pleaded as Charlie nodded. "It needs to be believable."

'I'll see you soon.' Kagome sent to the vampire.

Edward nodded and climbed out the window, gaining a glare from Charlie. "I just need to go, clear my head for awhile." Kagome said so Bella could hear and hopefully the vampire. "I'll be back in three days time." Charlie pretended to try and stop her as Kagome headed past Bella and out toward her Vanquish.

"Stay, whatever happened between you and Edward. You can work it out in the morning." Kagome knew the next line would hurt but her uncle had basically set it up for her. She had been there when Bella's mother left him, she had spent the weekend with him helping in anyway possible. As she prepared to speak she tried to keep the regret from her voice.

"If I don't leave now, I'll regret it forever." With that Kagome hurried out the door without looking back. She knew it would hurt him, it was close to the same thing Bella's mom said when she left him, but it needed to be done. Kagome quickly jumped in her car and headed toward the Cullens. Along the way her passenger door opened and Edward climbed in scaring her.

"Don't worry about them, the tracker following us now." Kagome nodded as she saw a car behind her. Edward told her it was Alice. They quickly headed toward the Cullen household, walking inside they came face to face with Laurent. Edward was about to attack but Kagome grabbed his arm and Carlisle stopped him, saying he had information about James and Victoria.

"I grow tired of his games but he's got unparalleled senses, absolutely lethal. I've never seen anything like him in my three hundred years. And the woman, don't underestimate her." He quickly left as everyone headed toward the garage. Jasper was talking about killing someone like James, not easy but not impossible. Carlisle didn't relish the thought of killing another vampire but would to keep the family safe. As Kagome watched everyone prepare she spoke up.

"Let me fight." Everyone turned toward her. Jasper was the first to speak.

"This won't be like fighting a demon bear Kagome…"

"No, it'll be like fight the hundreds of humanoid ones I've fought before. James thinks I'm human, nothing more. We'll have the upper hand in the fight…"

"No." Kagome looked toward Edward. "I'll run you south while the others lead the tracker away…" Carlisle spoke up.

"Edward, James knows you'll never leave Kagome. He'll follow you. Alice and Jasper will take her south and we'll head north." Kagome tried to protest but Alice pulled her toward the car. Edward handed Esme and Rosalie two jackets to put on that held Kagome's scent as he walked up to the car.

"Please Edward, I can fight." Edward smiled at his mate.

"I know you can, but let me protect you. You are my life again, and I'll do anything to keep it that way. If our plain doesn't work, then you can go all kun-fu warrior on him." Kagome giggled. She pulled him down for a kiss.

"Stay safe, my brave lion." Edward smirked.

"And you, my little lamb." With that Alice pulled out of the drive, Kagome turned to watch Edward in the distance run off.


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