Chapter 21- Goodbye College, Hello Parent Hood
Disclaimer: I don't own Inuyasha. If I did, I would freak out and cry of happiness. But you don't see me doing that.
Summary- At one point in his perfect life, Inuyasha is asked to have a personal tutor for math. What happens when Inuyasha falls for her and the two get a little 'too' personal?
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Inuyasha looked at his watch and waited for about another 10 minutes until Kagome came around the corner. Inuyasha and Kagome decided to leave Tokyo University in two days but for the remaining two days, they had no time to waste. They had to tell all of their friends their shocking secret, pack up and go home. Kagome had already called her mother and told her that she could no longer attend college but when Kagome's mom (angerly) asked why but Kagome said she couldn't tell her unless it was a face-to-face thing, and it was. A thing so serious should be told to your parents right to their faces, not on the phone or through a letter, no matter what happens. Inuyasha also contacted his parents and told them the same thing.
Kagome said that she would meet him at his dorm at 11:30 but she hadn't shown up yet and it was 11:48. He looked around the corner again but still didn't see her. He sighed and decided that if she didn't get there by 11:55, he would call her and see where she was. He wait another 6 or 7 minutes. Waiting. Waiting... and still waiting by 11:55. He pulled out his cell phone and texted her: Where R U?. He flipped his phone shut and looked back at the corner but only a couple of boys came by. He was starting to get impatient.
Inuyasha and Kagome made strict arrangements with their friends. They were all instructed to meet in Inuyasha's dorm, seeing as Kagome's dorm was a mess from her trying to pack earlier than Inuyasha. All of the guys wondered what was so important and why they all had to meet together in this one place so Kagome and Inuyasha could talk to them about God-knows-what and when the news is over, let them go on with their lives in shock. The girls wondered why they had to come if they already knew. Yuka, Ayumi, Eri, Shippo, Bankotsu, Hojo and a bunch of their other friends were also invited. It made Kagome nervous to have to tell her business to all of these people but Inuyasha reassured her that they were all good, close friends and that whoever spread the word would get there ass kicked-- boy or girl.
Inuyasha's phone beeped, snapping him out of his thoughts and he read the screen: Text msg from Kags. He flipped open his phone and read the message: Sry, I woke up l8 and I had 2 get showered and everthing. I'll be up in 5 min. Inuyasha rolled his eyes and flipped the phone shut. Finally! He wasn't only getting impatient because he was in a hurry and everyone was already in the room. He was also impatient because he couldn't wait to see Kagome. Seeing her for the first time everyday was like seeing and angel to him.
For some reason, he was uncomfortable with telling Sesshomaru. Even though Kagome told him that his brother diserved to know about his future nefew, no matter how much of an asshole Sesshomaru was. He also thought that it would be a bad idea to tell him because he was afraid that he would call his parnets and tell them about it. Inuyasha wanted to tell his parents for himself. Him and Kagome had to tell his parents and Kagome's family while they were together in the same room. Now Kagome's mom possibly swinging on him was the least of his worries. He also suddenly remembered Souta telling him not to get in Kagome's pants. Only another reason to be scared of revieling the news.
He looked over at the corner again but this time was suprised to see a tired and out of breath Kagome running towards him. He secretly watched her breasts bounce as she ran but then smiled and looked at her face when she stopped running to bend over and pant. He guessed that she felt rushed by his text message and walked towards her to see if she was okay. She stood up with her usual greeting, a kiss, then they hel hands and strolled into Inuyasha's room.
The moment they entered, all of the chattering and laughing and joking around seemed to vanish as everyone stared curiously at the couple. Kagome's face turned red in embarrassment but she managed to stay calm. Inuyasha barely reacted to the glares. He cleared his throat to get Kagome's attention and was granted with it. He gave her a quick, encouraging smile then it quickly dissapeared as he turned to look back at the group.
"Look, can you guys just come out with the bloody fucking secret?" Kouga yelled, impatiently. "I have to get to one of my classes in like a half hour and I don't wanna miss it because you two take up all of that time just to tell us a fucking secret."
Everyone just stared at him for being rude and coming out with such a comment. Even Ayame glared at him. She and the others seemed to understand how serious the situation was and how much it got on Inuyasha and Kagome's nerves that he interupted them, even though she already knew about it. She smiled weakly and turned back to Kagome and Inuyasha. "Sorry about that. You may continue."
Inuyasha nodded. "Thank you, Ayame. Listen everyone. Something serious has happened between me and Kagome that we just recently found out about. Sesshomaru, please. What I am about to announce, I'd like to announce to Mom and Dad myself. I don't need you to do it for me."
Sesshomaru nodded in understanding, "Are you and Kagome getting married?" he asked seriously. Although Inuyasha and Sesshomaru hated each other, there were still times when they could talk to each other and be serious about the situation. Sesshomaru knew that this was obviously a serious situation if Inuyasha and Kagome rounded up all of their friends from the whole cmpus and got them together in one room.
"No." Kagome replied. "It's nothing like that but it's definately a sore situation for all of us. You guys are our friends so we thought that it would be fair if you guys and Inuyasha's brother knew about this before we left campus. You guys all have to promise-- no. You have to swear that you won't tell anyone about this, understood? If you do, me and Inuyasha will personally kick your ass. No crossing your fingers."
Everyone nodded in agreement.
"What's the matter?" Miroku asked, twittling his earrings.
"I'm just gonna come out with it." Kagome said, looking at Inuyasha. She cast her glance back at the large group of friends who all leaned forward in anticipation. she took a deep breath and let it out slowly. "I'm pregnant and Inuyasha is the father."
There was complete silence and everyone's eyes widened. Even Sesshomaru's. Inuyasha only gripped Kagome's hand tightly in hopes of something good to happen. He didn't know what he wanted but he wanted something good. He gave her a side glance and she returned it. Now Inuyasha was the nervouse one. The looked back at their friends, who all had a look of shock written all over their faces.
Finally, the first reaction they got was Sesshomaru standing up, staring at his younger brother and his mate. He easily made his way through the crowd until he stood right in front of them. He raised his one arm, causing Inuyasha to flinch and Kagome's eyes widen. Everyone was suprised when Sesshomaru pulled Inuyasha into a tight hug. He tensed for a moment but then relaxed, realizing he wasn't about to get punched. Kagome relaxed too.
"Okay." Sesshomaru said, letting go of his brother to look him in the eyes. "I respect that. I respect you for being younger than me but finding a mate and having a child before I get to. I respect you for being able to find true love," he glanced at Kagome then back at Inuyasha, "and stay with that one woman. But most of all, I respect both of you for solving your problem, well not really a problem but, I respect the fact that your trying to get through the situation together and that you'd like to tell your parents to their faces." he stepped back and smiled, a wholehearted smile. The first that Inuyasha and the others have ever seen on him.
"Thanks." Inuyasha said quietly, but loud enough for everyone to still hear him. "Thanks, Sesshomaru. I really need that." he turned and looked at Kagome and saw her smiling at him and his brother. He smiled back to her and she nodded. Everyone els in the room remained quiet. Some of the girls were crying for Kagome's sake but they knew she would be safe and happy if she was with Inuyasha.
Kagome turned back to the crowd with tears in her eyes. "I know the everyone is in a state of shock judging by your reactions but Inuyasha and I can definately manage. As Sesshomaru mentioned, we're gonna deal with the situation together, as parents should. And another thing, we'll definately miss all of you, exept Kouga. And we'll write you while we're gone. You guys can come see us any time you want to during spring break and winter break so it's not like we're never gonna see each other again. Besides, we'll be here for two more days."
"Why the fuck aren't you gonna miss me?" Kouga demanded angerly.
"Because you're an ass." Inuyasha said, rolling his eyes. "And you're mad ignorant. I have no Idea how you have friends and a girlfriend or why I'm even your friend but it definately beats me."
"Me too." Ayame said with bired eyes. Kouga looked down in his lap in embarrassment.
"Well... good luck to you guys on your new brat." he mumbled.
"It's not a brat, it's a baby." Kagome said angerly, putting her hands on her hips.
"Well..." Inuyasha said, twisting his waist to crack his back. "You guys can pretty much leave now. That's the big shocking news and you're all shocked. Again, like Kagome said, it's not like we're never gonna see each other again. Me and Kagome have to drop out of college to take care of the baby. And remember, no one who's not in this room right now is to know about this unless me or Kagome tell them personally. Right now, I need everyone exept Kagome and my own roommates to clear out so I can start packing my things. We're leaving in two days."
As everyone walked past them to exit the room (in shock) most of the girls stopped to give Kagome a hug with tears in their eyes. Inuyasha paid no attention and started pulling clothes out his drawers, folding them and putting them in his suitcase. He didn't see that his roommates also stepped out of the room, to give him and Kagome some alone time. But Kagome did.
Once the door was shut, she glanced over at Inuyasha, who was still turned around and packing. She approched him silently, taking long, slow strides until she was right behind him. He still hadn't noticed her yet. Kagome bent down and leaned heavily on his back, wrapping her slender arms all the way around his waist and rested her head between his shoulder blades. Now he noticed her.
He stopped packing and gently loosened her grip on his waist to turn aroung and face her. She had tears in her eyes and moved in to hold him again. He couldn't think of what to say or do at this point so he only wrapped his arms around her and rubbed her back. He rested his chin on the top of her head and his heart jumped when she began sobbing loudly against his chest.
"It's okay..." he whispered, still stroking her back. "It's okay. We'll get through this together. I promise."
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"I'm gonna miss you so much, Kagome!" Sango yelled, pulling Kagome into another tight hug with tears in her eyes. It was the big moving day for Inuyasha and Kagome and Sango offered to take Kagome to the parking lot, where they met Inuyasha before they left for home. They now stood in the lot with Sango, not able to get off of her friend. Inuyasha stared and smiled with weak eyes.
He reached forward and grabbed Sango's shoulders, trying to yank her off of Kagome but she protesed and pulled her into a tight, choking embrace.
"Sango, come on! Me and Kagome will call you! Our homes are only 20 minutes away anyways! Get off!" he continued to yank and she finally broke loose, causing Kagome to fall forward.
Without thinking, Inuyasha tossed Sango off to some random direction and went to aid Kagome. Sango stared at the couple and rubbed her abused shoulders. After seeing the way Inuyasha threw her to comfort Kagome, even though it hurt, she knew that Kagome would be safe as long as she was with Inuyasha. She smiled to herself and hugged Kagome one last time before they drove off. It took her until they drove off to realize that she could visit Kagome between or after classes, every day if she wanted to.
With Inuyasha and Kagome...
The car ride was perfectly silent. The only sound being heard was the soft static buzz coming from the radio, and Inuyasha's occasional sneezes and coughs. Kagome only stared out the window, not wanting to look at him for the moment, unknown to him. He kept looking at her from the corner of his eye, hoping to catch a sign of hope, but only recieved the same, depressed stare out the window. It really bothered him to see her so depressed and scared but he promised her that he'd go through everything with her.
What was going through Kagome's head was something that even she didn't know of. She had so much on her mind that she couldn't keep up with the thoughts. She couldn't believe that she had to drop out of college because she was pregnant. She couldn't believe that she was pregnant. She couldn't believe how her friends reacted to hearing the news and to her leaving. She couldn't believe that she only had one thing left to do but it was the hardest thing to do.
Telling her and Inuyasha's parents about everything.
They already knew that the two dropped out of college, they were dissapointed about that. But they didn't know that their children had just recently had sex and created another child. It was bad enough that Kagome had to tell her mom but telling Inuyasha's parents was something different. She kept thinking that Izayoi and Inutaisho would hate her after finding out that she was having Inuyasha's first child and their first grandchild.
Iuyasha turned his head to look at her when they reached a red light and saw a small tear in her eye but she refused to let it slide down her cheek. He sighed heavily and grabbed her hand that was closer to him. Kagome finally got back down to planet earth and turned to see Inuyasha staring at her with a weak but encouraging smile. She quirked up the corners of her lips slightly but then put the frowny face back on and went back to looking out the window, returning to her previous thoughts.
Still holding onto Kagome's hand, Inuyasha stepped on the gas pedal, making his way to Kagome's house first. He thought that it would be easier for her to unpack if he helped her and she went first.
Finally catching a glimps of the shrine, he turned left and parked directly in front of the long staircase. He opened the door for Kagome then popped the trunk and grabbed most of her belongings. Kagome carried her purse, backpack and a small suitcase.
They entered her small living room (compared to Inuyasha's) and was greeted happily by Souta from the top of the steps. He was wearing sweatpants and was completely topless, leaving his developing abs to show. He ran down stairs and gave Kagome a big, welcoming hug.
"Kagome, you're back! I can't believe it! I missed you so much!" he turned to Inuyasha. "What's up, Dog?"
Inuyasha chuckled. Kagome's cat, Buyo, lazily walked down the stairs and began rubbing her legs with his thick fur. He meowed happily and left small strands of shedded fur on her bare skin. Kagome smiled and bent down to pet him then looked back up at Souta.
"Where's Mommy?" she asked, still stroking her cat's fur.
"She's at the store. She said that she'd be back in 10 minutes and that was about 5 minutes ago." he scratched the back of his neck and stared at the clock behind him. "Why? What's up with you two? What do you need to tell us about you guys dropping out of college?"
"Souta, listen. The thing that we have to tell you and Mommy is very, very important. I can't tell you unless you, mommy and Inuyasha's parents are all present together so you guys can all hear the big news. Right now Inuyasha is gonna help me unpack then we're going to his house so can you do me a favor?" she asked sweetly.
"Sure, anything. What is it?"
"Can you call Mommy's cell and tell her to go to Inuyasha's house after she drops off the groceries. Tell her that I just got back and that I'm completely unharmed. Inuyasha is with me."
"Sure thing, Sis." he said, rubbing his eyes and yawning.
"Thanks." Kagome said. She kissed her brother on the forehead and guided Inuyasha up to her bedroom.
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"So how exactly do you think you're mother is gonna react in front of my parents when we tell her?" Inuyasha asked, handing Kagome another T-shirt. They were in her bedroom unpacking her stuff and discussing how they would start off to telling their parents about the new baby. Inuyasha was still stressing over the fact that Kagome's mom already hated him and him telling her that he got her daughter pregnant was enough to rise hell.
"I'm pretty sure that as long as your family is there, she won't hit you. Who knows? Maybe she'll remain calm." Kagome said, folding the T-shirt and placing it neatly in her drawer. "I'm just scared that your parents are gonna end up hating me."
Inuyasha's eyes widened as he handed her another shirt. "Are you kidding? My parents love you. And they always wanted me to loose my virginity and find a mate and you're the woman that granted me those things, Kagome. Besides, you can't possibly forget the embarrassing conversation we had at dinner that one time when my mom kept bringing up how she wanted me and you to have kids with ears like mine."
Kagome giggled, "Well I do hope that the baby has the little puppy ears! Oh my God, Inuyasha, they're so cute!" she squealed and jumped on him, tweaking and rubbing his ears. Inuyasha lost all balnace and tumbled backwards, causing Kagome to fall on top of him. They both started to laugh. Inuyasha relaxed in the position and wrapped his arms around Kaogme's waist as she moved in to kiss him.
"What the fuck?!" a voice yelled from behind them, causing them to jump. They turned to see Souta standing in the doorway with a look of pure shock on his face. "Umm... am I interupting something?"
Kagome and Inuyasha looked at each other and blushed dark red. "Not really." Kagome replied. "What's up?"
"I called Mommy." Souta replied. That made Inuyasha's heart sink. "She said she'll be over the in about 15 minutes because she had to go pay a bill so she'll be a little late. She suprisingly, didn't sound angry."
"That's a good thing," Kagome murmured as she and Inuyasha stood up. She turned to him, "I guess that means we should leave now so we can sort things out with your parents before my mom shows up."
"Am I going now too or do you want me to wait for Mommy to come home?" Souta asked.
"You can can come now, if you want to." Inuyasha said. "My parents love anyone who's related to Kagome."
Kagome laughed as Inuyasha wrapped his arm around her waist and the three left to his house.
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Inuyasha, Kagome and Souta entered the living room to Inuyasha's large mansion. The moment they stepped in, they smelled roasted chicken coming from the kitchen. Kagome smiled, remembering that the spot she currently stood in was the same spot she stood in when her and Inuyasha first met. Souta's eyes widened as he walked into the large room.
The room seemed to be endless. There was a large, flatscreen TV hooked up on the wall on the far side of the room with three large, black, leather coushes surrounding a glass coffee table. There was a small stool at the ends of each couch. Two had lamps and one ad a phone. All around the room were pictures of Inuyasha and his family. A large, curvey, white staircase was right across from the entrance to the house. A glass, antique double-door covered in steam was at the bottom left of the staircase. Souta guessed that that was the kitchen.
"Wow..." he said silently to himself. Inuyasha and Kagome looked and him and laughed silently. As long as Souta and Inuyasha knew each other, Souta never got the chance to see the inside of Inuyasha's house.
A woman with long, straight black hair appeared in the doorway wearing an apron that said "Kiss the Cook". Inuyasha smiled really big and ran over to her.
"Mom!" he yelled excitedly as he pulled her into a deep hug. Kagome walked over to give her a hug too.
"Hello, Izayoi." she said, cheerfully.
"Kagome, Inuyasha, it's so good to see you again." she looked over at Souta and smiled politely. "And who is this fine young man?"
Souta blushed as Kagome walked over to him and put a hand on his shoulder, dragging him towards Inuyasha's mom. "This is my youger brother, Souta. He's 17 years old. He'll be going to Tokyo University in 2 more years, like me. He's shy of meeting his friend's parents. He's always been that way."
Izayoi smiled and held out her hand. "Well it's very nice to meet you, Souta. My name is Izayoi. As you should know, I'm Inuyasha's mother."
"Hi." Souta said, shyly.
"Would you guys like any chicken?" Izayoi offered. "It's teriyaki and shrimp-fried rice."
"No thanks, Mom. We have to wait for Higurashi-san to get here so we can tell you, her, Souta and Dad the big news about me and Kagome." Inuyasha said, staring at Kagome the whole time. Because Kagome's mom didn't exactly approve of Inuyasha, she had him call her by her last name to show respect for whenever he mentioned her.
Suddenly, Inuyasha's father came downstairs wearing a suit, as he always did, standing straight and tall. He was very manly and about 5 inches taller than Inuyasha and Sesshomaru and was definately taller than Souta. His long, silver hair was tied back in a high ponytail, as usual. He was wearing shiny, black dress shoes and a large gold watch on his right wrist. When he saw Inuyasha and Kagome he smiled and walked over to them to give them a hug.
"What's up, guys? Why did you come back so soon?" he asked, eying them both. Inuyasha looked at Kagome, who only smiled.
"Well, we have to wait for my mom to get to get here before we tell you because it's complicated." Kagome said weakly. Inutaisho smiled and kissed the top of Inuyasha's head and looked over in Souta's derection. He now looked really red. He was already red from meeting Inuyasha's mother but meeting his father was scary. Inutaisho smiled when he noticed how nervous he looked.
"Who are you, young man? You look very familiar..." he said, rubbing his chin.
Kagome smiled and rolled her eyes at Souta's shyness. "That's my brother, Souta. He's 17."
"Oh, and I'm guessing you're going to Tokyo University too?" he asked, a smile forming on his lips.
"Y-y-yes." Souta replied, shakily.
"You guys want anything to eat? We're having teriyaki and rice."
"Sorry, Honey," Izayoi said. "We have to wait for Karori to get here before Inuyasha and Kagome tell us their exciting news. Then we can eat."
"You two gettin' married?" Inutaisho joked.
Inuyasha wrapped and arm around Kagome's waist. "Not yet but the news is pretty damn exciting and shocking."
"Well when you two decide to get married, just call me up. I can be your best man and pay for you entire wedding."
"No thanks, Dad. I can pay for it."
Everyone laughed.
"Well, I'm gonna go in the kitchen and make me a plate. You guys, especially Souta, because you look like you're about to puke, relax. Make yourselves at home and Kagome, let me know when your mother gets here, alright?" Inutaisho smiled again before he went into the kitchen with his wife following after him.
Kagome sighed and dropped her shoulders as she turned to face Inuyasha and Souta. "She should be here soon. I'm so nervous all of a sudden. What if we can't see each other anymore?"
Inuyasha's eyes widened. "They can't do that! I can't be taken away from you, Kagome. I swore that not even God can take us away from each other. I swear, if we're separated, I'll scoop you up and we can ran away together... somewhere."
They seemed to have forgotten that Souta was even in the room. He picked up every single word that they were saying and was trying to piece together just what was going on. Did Kagome and Inuyasha commit a murder together? Did they steal something? Did they screw up badly in college? Did they run away? He couldn't figure it out but now he was more than curious.
There was a sudden know on the door. Inuyasha jogged across the room to answed it and found Kagome's mother standing there in a rain coat, even though it wans't raining. He stepped to the side and let her in but was only greeted by a dirty look. He frowned.
Inuyasha's parents walked into the room when they heard the door open. They found Korari slowly approching Kagome and Souta with an angry look on her face. She stopped right in front of Kagome and crossed her arms.
"Alright." she said, quietly. "Now what's going on between you and the half breed that's so important that you have to drop out of school?"
Inuyasha shut the door ad ran over to Kagome's side. Inutaisho didn't hesitate to walk straight up to Karori and clear his throat for her attention. When she looked at him, her eyes widened at how much more powerful he was in person.
"This half breed that you call of happens to be a very responsible and kind young man. If you are to be rude when stepping into my home, you can be kindly or harshly escorted off the property." he said in a calm, angry tone. Karori's eyes widened slightly.
"Whatever. I guess I'm in a bad mood because you responsible son and my daughter dropped out of school... and for what?" she turned to look at the couple. Inuyasha's parents also glanced over.
Inuyasha couldn't think of anything to say so he looked down at Kagome who had the same look of shock on her face.
"Well...?" everyone urged at the same time.
Inuyasha looked his parents in the eye and stood behind Kagome to wrap his arms around her. Kagome snuggled right into him and saw a tiny smile form on Izayoi's lips but then it vanished and turned back into a look of curiosity.
"Well..." Inuyasha started, "It's kinda' complicated but I guess since you're all here, I'm just gonna come out with it." he cleared his throat and everyone leaned forward to hear better.
Kagome gulped and decided to say it instead, seeing as she could literaly feel the fear coming from her mate.
"Inuyasha got me pregnant."
I am so so so sorry for the late update but I was grounded because of an incident from school. If I never was, chapter 27 would probably be up by now but it's not. I know that I'm at fault and I'm very sorry, so to make it up to you guys, I'll go back to updating two or three days after a chapter, okay? Promise. The next chapter will be up on Wednesday or Thursday. Also, please note that I will soon be changing the summary.
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-Lexy4KagInu