I don't own Inuyasha though i wish i did its owned by Rumiko takashi, lucky lady. Ummm oh yea please leave comments, if anything is unclear help me try to make it easier to understand. Please and thank you comments are appreciated, you guys motivate me to not be lazy. Enjoy.
The next morning all Kagome could think about was that dreadful number. The number which had sentenced her to an inevitable fate, one she could not bare. Scrutiny. I've only got two days left in my comfort zone filled with people who understand and love me. What if I'm turned away at the door or mistreated? The thoughts buzzed around in her head and for the first time in her life she felt her stomach go sour. Her eyebrows were knitted together in deep thought, the storms of negative events that could occur flooded her mind. She couldn't take it anymore she needed a way out. But certain people were watching her, the only people who thought they could assist her in her need for acceptance. Sango, seeing the pain in the eyes of the king and queen on their daughter, rose from her seat and walked over to Kagome. I hope she's ok. She thought. She put her hand on Kagome's shoulder which seemed to startle said woman so much that she leapt out of her seat. This made Sango smile.
"Hey Kagome. How's your morning so far? You look a little pale, hope your not sick."
"Oh good morning sango, you gave me quite the scare. I'm fine and yourself?" A small smile tugged at the corners of the young woman and it pained her best friend to know that she couldn't help her. So Sango did the only thing she could do. She smiled back.
"Wanna go to the lake today? Maybe catch some fish or watch the clouds pass by? Or we could slide around the castle like we used to. What're you up for?" Sango tried anything to get her to smile but nothing worked. The pain was still there and it hurt. Kagome was hurt so much that it radiated off of her like heat from the sun, everyone else could feel it too not just Sango.
"Sorry Sango I can't do anything today on account of official royal business. You know how it is." Her voice was small and feeble, distend and unlike her own.
"Well maybe I can help you, if that's ok with you." Sango tried again. Maybe she'll bite now. Sango thought. She stared hard at the thinking princess who seemed to be in a battle of wits against herself.
"I guess it'll be fine if my parents allow it. I don't want you to get in trouble for not attending to your duties." It was basically a yes so Sango jumped up and down while clapping her hands and repeating the words Thank you over and over again. It made Kagome smile her usual sunny smile. Sango was glad.
"I'll go ask your parents immediately after breakfast. See you at your room Kagome." Before Kagome could say another word Sango was gone and chasing after the king and queen. Silly kitty. Kagome thought with a smile. She finished up her breakfast, disposed of her leftovers and placed her dishes in the collection bin. Slowly she made her way to her room making sure to pass all the rooms, halls and residence of the castle. As she passed through the main hall she noticed a couple and a small child, she quickly realized it was Shiru and her family being brought into the castle. I should great them. Kagome walked down the winding marble staircase to meet the new members of the family.
"Hello, Im princess Kagome. I'm glad you can make it I really hope you enjoy your stay here." She bowed low and returned to her normal height only to see the family in complete shock. After being snapped out of their shocked state the family bowed and began to introduce themselves.
"I'm Oxf-.." The man couldn't continue because Kagome raised her hand to silence him. He looked at her in confusion and all she could do was laugh.
"Forgive me but I am well aware of who you are and where you came from Oxford, Felicia (she nodded towards his wife) and little miss Shiru (she smiled at the young chlid)." They were really knocked out their sandals now. How did she know who they were? They thought.
"Forgive me but I was not in true form when I had met you yesterday. I was the monkey demon, I don't like to draw too much attention to myself and I frequent the town in hopes of getting new learning materials. Allow me to call an escort to show you your rooms and help you get settled." No one spoke after she finished. Just awkward silence filled the space. Until they heard it, a young child's laughter.
"I knew monkey demons couldn't be trusted." Shiru said. Kagome laughed.
"I guess you were right Shiru. MIKA!" She shouted. A tall woman about 6 inches taller than Kagome whirled in at an alarming speed. She wore her Olive colored hair in a bun pulled tight to the back of her head, her almond shaped caramel eyes that was paired with her small button nose complimented her dark tanned skin. Her clothes were that were mandatory for servants but a little more extravagant. She wore a white lace shirt and black hakama pants.
"Hai, princess. What is it you desire?" She asked, head low.
"Can you please help this family to their rooms and set them to work as soon as possible. They will tell you what their professions are."
"And what shall I do with the child?" Mika questioned. Kagome thought and thought and it finally came to her.
"Toss her into the dungeon with the other children, no food or water for three days. You know the usual Mika." Kagome stated. Shiru and her parents gasped while holding tight to their twins.
"PFFTT! HA, I'm just kidding." Kagome, giggled and waved her hand up and down to help ease the couple. Mika too laughed.
"Good one princess, gets them every time. Now would you please follow me and I'll get you to your rooms." They must have blinked too fast because Mika was there one second and gone the next. Everyone sweat dropped.
"I'm truly sorry I keep forgetting she's a horse demon. And as for your children they will be perfectly fine. Mika would take them to the castle tutor where you can be sure they will get proper attention and education." Kagome eased the tension, she could feel it. Now she just had to get Mika to slow down.
"Miss Felicia do you think you can sniff out Mika? Maybe you guys can find your own way to your rooms. Any questions or complaints please don't hesitate to ask someone. Enjoy your stay." That said Kagome was on her way, as she walked to her room she could hear Mika return and give her deepest apologies and promised to try and slow down for the new family.
After wondering the castle for most the day Kagome finally made it to her room. She opened the heavy door to see Sango laying on her bed with Buyo and Kirara.
"It's about time you got here slow poke. I was waiting for you." Sango smiled
"What are you doing here?" Kagome questioned.
"I came to help you pack dummy. Your parents said it was fine as long as i finished my chores, lessons and duties. Now where should we start?" Kagome gave Sango a big hug and pulled back.
"We'll start now. I'm so happy your here it means so much to me." Sango returned the hug.
"I know Kagome. I'll always be there for you, your like a sister." Pulling apart the girls smiled.
"I'm packing weapons, books, art supplies and clothes. I don't know how long I'll be there but I'm going to bring enough to last me."
"What should I pack Kagome?"
"You can pack weapons in that purple thunk by my closet. Whatever fits goes. Whatever doesn't gets forced in until we can figure out how to get them all to fit. When your done with weapons start with books." Nodding her head vigorously Sango was getting pumped to help. All of a sudden her energy level just dropped.
"Oh yea I almost forgot your mom said we don't have to leave the room unless you want to. She also said the maids will bring our food if we decide to stay in."
"Well i guess we can just be shut ins for two days, it can't be that bad." They turned around and started on their jobs. Sango to her weapons and books and Kagome to her art supplies and clothes. Each in their own little trunks. After a few hours the girls still weren't done but they had taken a break for dinner. They barely spoke ad they consumed their dinner of udon noodles and rice balls.
"So did we even make a dent in your packing Kagome?"
"Not even close."
"HOW IS THAT EVEN POSSIBLE?" Sango shouted
"MAYBE IF YOU DIDN'T START THAT PILLOW FIGHT AND WALK AROUND WITH MY UNDERWEAR ON YOUR HEAD WE WOULD HAVE BEEN DONE ALREADY!" KAgome shouted right back. Sango laughed nervously.
"But it was kind of funny huh?" She asked only to be responded with a giggle.
"It was. We'll finish tomorrow." The window of laughter brought in the conversation, fun and games. They were up all night whispering their secrets and insecurities not even caring what time it was. Stretching and yawning Kagome had grumbled about the shenanigans Sango always seemed to get her in. Though she did have fun staying up all night while telling ghost stories and sharing family memories with each other she couldn't help but feel a little annoyed at the fact that she will never grow up with Sango around. She smiled knowing she wouldn't want it any other morning came, breakfast was brought, the girls ate then got back to work. Around lunch time they accomplished every task but the task of packing clothing.
"Kagome we still have to pack clothes, unless you plan on winning over the prince by wearing nothing at all."Sango wiggled her eyebrows.
"Oh shut up Sango we'll pack them eventually, ok?" A blushing Kagome replied. Sango laughed.
"So when shall we go through your closet? You should bring something sexy, after all men only think with their…." Sango smirked a perverted smirk which only made Kagome turn red.
"I'll pack what expresses me and gives me comfort." She couldn't even think straight she was so flustered. Sango decided to stop toying with her. A knock was heard and lunch was brought by Mika.
"Your food ladies. Got it here as fast as i could. Enjoy." Mika turned on her heel and left. Two plates of food were left with the girls, sandwiches the way they had them since they were children. The dish brought tears to Kagome's eyes. I'll miss the food here the most, always made with love. She thought.
"So (munch, munch) do you even know the prince of the western land?" Sango asked.
"I know there were two of them but i always saw the oldest son (chew). His name was Sesshomaru, he was a little stuck up but was really kind to me. Especially when Kikyo picked on me. She spent the most time with the youngest brother, the one we're supposed to be competing for." Kagome's sentence was finished with a hopeless sigh. She's in pain, but she is everything Kikyo isn't and that's kind and gentle. Sango thought.
"Well I personally think you're going to give that slithering snake a run for her money or should I say her throne." They burst into laughter. When lunch was finished they decided it would be best of they just packed al of Kagome's clothes. When they were finally done it was a little after dinner time and Mika had already brought up their food, which had gotten cold really fast.
"I'm starving, have any sutras to heat these bad boys up?" Sango asked while holding up two plates of food. Kagome nodded and grabbed two sutras from her bed and placed them on the plates. Heat returned to the food and it was hot once again. Dinner went by slowly, neither wanting to speak of tomorrow. It would be too painful to be separated from a sister, even thought she wasn't blood related. When dinner was done the two girls changed into their pajamas and slipped into Kagome's bed. Sango turned to face Kagome and spoke softly.
"I'll miss you Kagome. Promise me you'll do your best to be Kikyo." Kagome held up her hand fist closed pinky out. sango did the same thing and they closed their pinky around the others and whispered an "I promise". Pinkies away it was Kagome's turn to speak.
"I'll miss you too Sango. Wish I didn't have to leave you here, it'll be dreadful for you. No one to fight with. No one to eat with and no one to goof off with," Kagome yawned and her eyes fluttered closed, her breathing eased and she was asleep. Sango nodded yes and followed after Kagome. each fell asleep with a tear falling down her face. Best friends forever, no matter what. They thought.