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Claimer: Own Satoshi (means clear-thinking; quick-witted; wise) and Chieko nickname Chie (means wise child or child blessed with wisdom). The meaning is important to understand their unique personalities for later chapters.
Chapter 9: Decision
Inuyasha was in a good mood, a really good mood. His date with Kagome went smoothly (besides the cop incident), in fact, he was sure that if he asked her for a second date she would say yes. Things were looking up for him. And that kiss, that mind-blowing-leave-you-wet-and-begging-for-more kiss was absolutely amazing. He wanted to kiss her like that at every waking moment of the day. If they had not been rudely interrupted, Inuyasha was sure that he would have gotten more than just a kiss.
There was always next time.
"What's got you in such a good mood?" asked Miroku as he popped his head inside Inuyasha's office door. He could not help being curious seeing a grinning Inuyasha especially since he was cheerful in the morning. Inuyasha was never cheerful in the morning. Everyone in the office knew to avoid him until eleven o'clock. There was no exception, not even for his best friend Miroku.
"My date with Kagome was amazing." Inuyasha let out a sigh.
"Okay…" Miroku cautiously walked inside. "I'm glad that it went well, but you're creeping me out. You're acting like a lovesick girl. Not that I'm really complaining. I've never seen you like this before."
Inuyasha glared at him. "Don't ruin my mood Miroku or you'll pay." Miroku smiled sheepishly and put his hands up in surrender. "Anyway," He gave one last look at Miroku before looking back out the window. "I don't know what to do next. I wonder if I should ask her out again now, or maybe it's too soon. Maybe I should wait a bit. I don't want it to seem like I'm trying to take up all her time when she has pups to care for." He frowned as he thought about the situation more. "I know she was work too. I don't want to get in the middle of it, but I want her. I want to make her happy. I want…" Inuyasha let out another sigh.
"Wow, you really must like Kagome." Miroku said as he took a seat in one of the empty chairs in Inuyasha's office. Never in his wildest dreams did he think that he would ever see Inuyasha so content, so happy. Not after what Kikyo put him through.
"I do, she's amazing."
"Well, that's good because Sango will kill you if you hurt her."
"I know." They sat in silence. Inuyasha still thought about the next step. It was only one date, but a chance of starting a relationship was high, right? "Miroku," when he got his attention, he continued. "What do you think I should do?"
His best friend shrugged. "I guess the best way to handle things is to take it slow."
"Should I call her?"
"No, that will make you seem desperate. Wait until she calls you."
"What if she doesn't?"
"Trust me Inuyasha. Remember, I got my girl."
"Yea," he grumbled. "I'm still amazed at that."
"Thanks Inuyasha. I feel the love."
He grinned. "No problem."
Kagome smiled as the customers left the café. She checked on her pups who were quietly coloring at a small table Sango set for them. Her thoughts kept going back to her night with Inuyasha. She couldn't remember the last time she had such fun on a date. Her strange attraction to him made her feel a little uneasy, but for once, she wanted a relationship. She wanted something to work out with him.
Glancing at her pups again, she let out a sigh. Her pups were a top priority in her life. She swore to herself not to let another man sweep her off her feet like their father did. She was not going to be fooled a third time. But there she was, falling for Inuyasha, hard. Kagome shook her head. She would just tell Inuyasha that her pups came first. If he didn't understand, then it wasn't meant to be.
Well that would just suck ass. She thought glumly.
"Earth to Kagome." She blinked and turned to Sango. "You've been standing there day dreaming."
"Sorry."
Sango leaned on the countertop and stared intently at her. "So, how was it?"
"How was what?"
"Your date with Inuyasha." She wiggled her eyebrows, causing Kagome to laugh.
"Well, it was good." Kagome said as a customer walked up to her.
Sango waited to the customer left before replying. "That's it? Good?"
"Yep." She smiled. Sango narrowed her eyes.
"Spill everything now."
"There is nothing to spill." Kagome took a tray of cakes and walked over to a table with a young couple.
Back at the counter, Sango still watched her intently. "What?"
"Tell me Kagome Higurashi."
Kagome rolled her eyes and wiped the counter down. "Well…"
"Well what?"
She smiled at Sango, feeling like a high school girl again. "He took me to Little Haven." Sango gaped at her. "I was shocked too."
"It's super hard to get in. I did he pull that off?"
Kagome shrugged. "I don't know, but we had so much fun. We even danced."
"Awww, so romantic."
"Well," Kagome dropped her voice into a whisper. "We went to park."
"And?"
"We were on the swings and then we kissed." She sighed remembering the feel of his soft lips against hers.
"Okay, keep it PG Kagome."
"It wasn't like anything else happened. We didn't do what you think." Sango raised a brow. "I cop came so Inuyasha took me home."
Sango burst into a fit of giggles. Some of the customers stopped and looked over at the two. Kagome waited patiently until she was done.
"It's not that funny."
"Oh yes it is."
"I'm kinda glad though. Honestly if he didn't show up, we would have done a lot more than make out like horny teenagers." Sango shook her head and stepped away from the counter, making her rounds.
Kagome took the time to check on her pups again. She gave them a kissed and stroked the top of their heads before going back to work. Her conversation was put on hold since it was lunch time. Sango did not bring anything up until closing.
"So, back to our conversation earlier." she began. Kagome groaned. "So when are you two going to see each other again?"
"I don't know Sango. I had a great time with him, but…"
"Your pups come first." Kagome stopped sweeping to see Sango standing with her hands on her hips. "Kagome, sweetheart, I love you to death, but sometimes you make me want to choke you. How long are you going to use that as an excuse?"
"Sango, you know my pups are my world."
"I know that. I love them to death too, but you need to know that it's okay to have fun sometimes." Sango walked over and gave her a gently squeeze before pulling away. "I know that things didn't work out with that guy, but Inuyasha is different. I can honestly say that he is a decent guy. Besides I already threatened to castrate him if he hurts you."
"Sango!"
"What?"
"You're unbelievable."
"I aim to please." She sat in one of the chairs. "Look, all I'm saying is give him a chance. He is a nice guy. You're not the only one who was in a bad relationship."
"But the pups-"
"Set things straight. Tell him that your pups come first."
"Do you think he will leave if I say that?"
"No, he loves kids. Just tell him so you two are on the same page."
"Now?"
"Yea, call him up." Kagome hesitated. "Are you sure?"
"Yes I'm sure now go outside. I will get Satoshi and Chie ready to leave." Kagome could only nod as Sango pushed her to the door.
Stepping outside, she pulled her phone out of her back pocket. It took her a few seconds, but she eventually dialed Inuyasha's number.
Inuyasha sighed as he finished typing up the last of his proposal for his meeting tomorrow. The day was almost over and Kagome had yet to call him. At times he almost dialed her number, but at the last minute he was able to stop himself. He frowned and wondered why he listened to Miroku in the first place. He did not want Kagome to think that he was no longer interested in her.
His phone began to ring. After fishing it out of his pocket, he glanced at the number and nearly shouted in victory. Composing himself, he let it ring two more times before answering.
"Hello."
"Hi Inuyasha." Kagome's voice was music to his ears.
"How are you doing Kagome?" He hoped his voice wasn't too shaky.
"I'm good. Listen, about last night."
"I had an amazing time. Did you?" There was a pause before he head a gently yes in response. "I'm glad. I was thinking about our next date."
"Inuyasha, I have to take care of my pups. I already don't spend time with them because I am working."
Inuyasha leaned back in his chair. "I know Kagome. I don't want to take up your time from them. I was just thinking that maybe you and your pups can spend a day with me. Only when you are free." He waited for her response, silently praying that she approved of his idea.
"…Oh. That sounds really nice Inuyasha. The pups would love that."
"Would you love it too?"
"Yes." He smiled when he heard her laugh. "I hope you are not trying to get my pups to like you."
"They already like me. Besides, I have a niece and nephew around their ages. Kids love to make friends."
"Well, that's true."
"So, whenever a good day is for you just let me know."
"I will."
"Kagome."
"Yes?"
"I can't wait to see you again."
Again, there was a pause. "Goodbye Inuyasha."
"Goodbye Kagome." He hung up and grinned. Kagome approved and now he only had to wait to give him a date. Yea, he could wait. Things were moving forward again.
I can't wait until our date.
A/N
I know I haven't updated in months. I've been having writers block, but I am slowly coming out of it. I hope I still have my readers and I hope you guys enjoyed this chapter! Until next time.
Rockerchick16
