I'm not dead. And after how much time has past I'm sure that the only good explanation you guys will except but how about senior year busyness...Yeah I wouldn't buy it either. Anyway I'm truely sorry for the long absence and will do my best to not let it happen again.
By the way I must give a shout out to CrimsonRed-Inu. This guy looked me up on facebook and asked me to update. Without him this chapter probably wouldn't have been out for another week or so. Anyway give him a special thanks and enjoy the chapter.
P.S. the song used in this chapter is Brown Eyed Blues by Adrian Hood :)
The smell of coffee woke me up the next day. I checked the clock on the nightstand near the bed; it was three in the afternoon.
Inuyasha and I hadn't fallen asleep until the sun came up which was around seven.
I pushed the covers off and made my way down the stairs.
When I walked into the kitchen I was greeted by the sight of a shirtless Inuyasha, cooking eggs and turkey bacon.
His hair was silver again and his dog ears were perched atop his head.
The night of the new moon wasn't going to happen again for another month; which meant we would go back to minimal touching and once a week kisses."
"Hey beautiful," Inuyasha said, ripping me away from my thoughts.
"Hi babe," I sighed.
We both grinned as we remembered last night's activities which included a swim in the ocean, oil massages and nonstop touching, cuddling and kissing.
"Last night was nice," I said as walked over to him.
"Just nice?" Inuyasha asked with a raised eyebrow.
"No it was unbelievably amazing." I smiled and he gave me a kiss on the forehead.
"That's better, you hungry?" He asked as he arranged a plate for me.
"Not for food," I said while eyeing his broad shoulders and bare muscles.
"You know we can't-" Inuyasha started but I caught him off.
"Then put on a shirt and stop tempting me." I laughed and took the plate he had been loading with food from his hands.
"Sorry," He chuckled and went upstairs only to come back down with a sweatshirt on.
"There goes my eye candy," I sighed and Inuyasha rolled his eyes.
"You're the one who told me to put it on,"
"I didn't think you would listen," I shrugged.
"What my baby wants, my baby gets." He said and took a seat next to me at the table.
"Baby wants another night like last night."
"And baby will get it, in a month." Inuyasha said seriously.
"Woe is me," I sighed dramatically.
Inuyasha smirked and kissed my forehead again.
"You're too damn adorable babe."
We finished eating our late breakfast before Inuyasha told me he had to get to work.
With a short hug and lingering glances, we each got into our own cars and left the beach house.
I went home for a quick shower then called my friends to see what they were up to.
Sango was helping Kohaku with a school project, Rin answered the phone with a whisper and told me she and Sesshomaru were playing an epic game of hide and seek and Ayame was yelling at Kouga for not putting the toilet seat down and I hung up before I could hear more.
Finally I decide to call Inuyasha and see how work was going.
"How's my future mate doing?" Inuyasha asked when he picked up.
"Bored, how's work?"
"Same old, I would tell you to come by but Myouga pissed about something."
"But he likes me," I offered.
"I don't know babe, even your beautiful smile couldn't fix his pissy mood."
"Fine," I huffed.
"We could hook up once my shift is over," He offered.
"Sure,"
"Love you,"
"I love you more,' I sighed before hanging up the phone.
I went downstairs and played a few games on the Wii with Sota before the phone rang for him and he bailed on me.
I finally decided to turn my boring day into a perfect time to work on my training.
After changing into appropriate clothing, I grabbed my iPod and got into my car.
I was at the park within minutes and turned I turned on Eminem's Not Afraid on my iPod before I took off running.
It had been a long time since I trained with Coach. E, and I was not going to let myself get rusty.
I did a few laps around the park before I started doing pull ups on a tree's branch.
"Very G.I Jane."
I turned and smiled when I saw Menomaru.
"What are you doing here?" I asked as I continued to pull myself up.
"Enjoying the sunset, the park has a better view than my house."
"Yeah," I panted. "It's nice here."
"Seriously why are you hanging from a tree?"
"Gotta stay in shape, you thought my body got this awesome on accident." I joked.
"I suppose I should have expected, no way someone can eat as much chocolate as you do and stay slim."
I let go off the tree branch and dropped down to the ground.
"So how did the fight with your boyfriend work out?"
"Good, turns out a simply sorry did make him forget."
"Told ya," He shrugged and sat down next to me as I started doing push-ups.
Inuyasha pov
I finished up at work around nine and drove over to the supermarket.
I bought a few supplies and a bouquet of calla lilies.
Just like I promised myself I tried to make last night the best night of the new moon Kagome and I had in awhile.
Kagome seemed to enjoy herself but I felt like I could do more so I decided to make her something special.
After I finished cooking I put the food into a plastic container and grabbed the flowers I bought and got into my car.
I used the back entrance as usual and entered through her balcony.
The shower was running so I decided to just leave the surprise, if I stayed and saw Kagome in nothing but a towel my heart would probably stop.
I left the same way I came and went straight to my room when I got home.
I picked up my guitar and played a few songs before my phone started to vibrate.
"Hello,"
"I think someone broke into my bedroom," Kagome said in a mock scared voice.
"Are you okay?" I asked seriously.
"Yes, but they left something."
"What is it?"
"It seems to be molten chocolate cake and my favorite flowers; should I be worried?"
"I could come over and make sure there are no prowlers under the bed?"
"No then you'd find my other fiancée in the closet." She joked.
"Haha," I laughed dryly. "Do you like them?"
"The cake taste delicious and the flowers are beautiful, thank you baby."
"You know I spoil you," I joked.
"Haha," Kagome laughed just as dryly. "So I'll see you in first period tomorrow."
"See ya," I said and placed the phone down next to my pillow.
I was waiting for Kagome in the parking lot before class the next day when Tsubaki skipped over to me.
"Hi Inuyasha, and how are you today?"
"Fine," I barked.
"Aw is something wrong?"
"Besides the fact that you won't leave me alone?" I asked.
"Inuyasha," Tsubaki said while shaking her head. "You don't get it; I'm just trying to save you from yourself."
"This ought to be good," I sighed and crossed my arms over my chest while waiting for her to explain her reasoning.
"When you were dating Kikyo, you thought you were in love with her and everything seemed great until Kagome came along."
"Yeah cuz I was meant to be with Kagome." I snarled, effectively cutting her off.
"When you were with Kikyo, you probably thought the same thing. You think you like what you have until you see something better come along. And trust me when I say you're definitely looking at something better."
My eyes drifted down to my bicep which she was squeezing lightly.
"Tsubaki," I started, letting my voice dropped down to the sound of a whisper. "I'm giving up on trying to convince you that I love Kagome."
She smiled broadly.
"Only because," I went on. "You're freaking crazy and I honestly don't think you're ever going to realize it"
Her smile faltered for a second but then slipped right back into place.
"God, when you finally realize how you feel about me I'm going to have you wrapped around my little finger."
I looked over her head and started whistling There Goes my Baby.
Tsubaki let go of my arm just as Kagome reached us.
"Don't touch what isn't yours." Kagome hissed and Tsubaki winked at me before walking away.
"You let her touch you?" Kagome said, her voice dripping with disgust.
"What was I supposed to do? Rip off her arm." I asked.
"And beat her with it, yeah."
I leaned down to give her a kiss on the cheek but she stepped back.
"Come on Kagome, we've been through this before."
She gave me a meaningful look before turning sharply and leaving.
The weekend had gone great and Tsubaki managed to mess everything up in less than five minutes.
"Just great," I mumbled.
Kagome pov
I was overreacting over the Tsubaki incident but I didn't like anyone besides me touching Inuyasha.
His jealously used to annoy the crap out of me but now it was becoming more understanding; especially since we had to limit our physical contact.
By study hall however I was over it and the group was discussing out homecoming plans.
"Dinner before or breakfast after?"
"Breakfast," I gagged as I remembered what it was like begging tortured with a full stomach.
"Are we getting a limo?" Rin asked.
"Is only homecoming." Ayame reminded her.
"Doesn't mean we can't arrive in style." Miroku grinned.
"Let's just carpool," Inuyasha said as he played with my fingers.
He hadn't said much since I silently admitted I wasn't mad anymore.
"Sounds good to me," Kouga seconded.
After that the day seemed to be going well until we got to gym.
"You two," Coach E. bellowed at me and Tsubaki. "Split the priestesses up and show them how a priestess challenge is done, teach by example."
A smirk slipped on Tsubaki's face.
"My pleasure Coach," She grinned.
"Higurashi," Coach yelled to me and I trotted over to her. "Don't use up all your energy like last time."
"Sure," I mumbled, the last time I did a priestess duel I fainted but won.
"Why don't you explain the rules Kagome," Tsubaki said when I walked back over to her and my group of freshman.
"A priestess can challenge another one's abilities if they think a priestess is unworthy of her powers and title. " I started. "It takes place by shooting an arrow with your own spiritual energy into the air."
"Shall we?" Tsubaki asked while withdrawing an arrow from her quiver.
I lifted my own bow and arrow and gave Tsuabaki a little nod before be both released our arrows.
They collided in the air and exploded on impact.
"You guys give it a try," I instructed before jogging a couple of feet towards Ayame, who was signaling me over.
"Working with the she-devil?"
"Didn't have a choice, what's up?"
"I was just wondering if Inuyasha mentioned anything about Kouga recently."
"Like what?"
"I don't know, just in general."
I looked at her with a raised eye brow but she kept a neutral face on.
"I'll let you know if anything comes up," I told her and she nodded.
"Thanks," She said and ran back to her group of mentees.
"You gonna stand there all day Kagome, or are you ready to get your ass kicked." Tsubaki yelled over to me.
"Why don't we skip the priestess duel and I actually kick your ass?" I asked as I walked up to her.
"Are you afraid that I'll prove to be a better priestess than you?" She questioned.
"Only thing I'm worried about it you getting your blood on my white shirt." I huffed.
"Silly Kagome, you should be more focused on your opponent." Tsubaki said with a nod and I looked over my shoulder at the demon who I would be sparing with.
She was panther demon; I had seen her around school before but had never really learned her name.
"And who are you fighting?" I asked Tsubaki and my gaze followed her pointed finger to Menomaru.
"A moth demon, elevated by title but lacking in power."
I had no idea which title she was taking about but before I got the chance to ask, Coach E. blew her whistle.
Simultaneously I noticed something zip by me; it took me a few seconds to realize I had been cut. Blood trickled from my upper arm to my wrist.
"Better keep up Kagome," The female panther demon hissed and I got the feeling that Tsubaki hadn't chosen her randomly.
She threw another dagger but this time I erected a barrier before it reached me.
As soon as it fell though, the demon pounced and tackled me to the ground.
"You have a problem with me?" I asked while blocking her attempt to jab a knife into my shoulder.
She emitted a low growl and I decided to take that as a yes.
I used my legs to push her off of me and jumped back up in one fluid motion.
"So are you another one of my fiancée's admirers or you just have an inferiority complex and hate the prom queen?"
Instead of answering me, the panther demon unsheathed her sword and came running right at me.
I slid across the ground at the last second and was able to avoid being decapitated.
"Uhm my chick is kinda scary." I yelled loud enough for people to hear me.
"Can't subdue a measly panther, how you began head priestess escapes me." Tsubaki chuckled and I could feel the anger bubbling up inside of me.
When my opponent round back I was ready for her, I shot two weak arrows. One hit her in the leg, the other in her right shoulder.
"Don't get cocky, Tsubaki." I called out of my shoulder.
My dueling partner was back up and ready for more.
"So ready to tell me why you're fighting so hard when this is just an exercise?" I asked.
"I don't like you," She snarled.
"I don't know even you," I snapped.
We were in the middle of a staring match when she suddenly jumped back.
I heard someone yell look out just as I turned around and saw one of Tsubaki's arrows headed my way and closing in fast.
Before I could do anything someone picked me up and jumped out of the way.
We weren't able to get far enough though so as her arrow exploded on impact we were thrown up into the air and hit the ground with thud.
"My hero," I mumbled as the grip on me remained tight.
After the dust settled I looked up expecting to see Inuyasha but was surprised to see Menomaru smiling down at me.
"I could get used to the sound of that," He grinned. "You okay?"
"I think so," I said and as I tried to push myself up but ended up falling back down against his chest.
"Fuck," I groaned through clenched teeth. "I think my wrist is sprained."
Menomaru pushed off the ground slowly and moved me so I was sitting in his lap.
"Yeah," He said while examining my bruised wrist. "That doesn't look so good."
I was about to ask him for help to stand up when I felt a spike in demonic energy. I turned to look where it was coming from and notice that the crowd of people who were surrounding Menomaru and me spilt like the Red Sea to give Inuyasha a great view of us.
"Don't start." I mouthed and for a second me looked like he would be able to keep his cool but then Menomaru placed a hand on my hip and all hell broke loose.
"Who the fuck do you think you are?" Inuyasha growled.
"I'm the guy that just saved Kagome, who are you?" Menomaru yelled back.
"I'm Kagome's fiancée." Inuyasha barked, following to both of them staring at me.
"I'm the person with a sprained wrist," I squeaked and both of their gazes softened.
"Nothing to see here," Coach E. declared and the crowd started to disperse.
"Help me up." I said and both made a move.
"Inuyasha," I clarified. "Help me up."
He grabbed onto my good arm and pulled me up so I was standing behind him.
"Like I was saying, who do you think you are to be grabbing my fiancée like that?" He asked with his eyes narrowed at Menomaru.
"I think I'm the guy who saved her, cuz without me you would be wearing her blood on your kimono." I flinched at the honestly of his words.
Inuyasha was getting ready to pounce when I grabbed onto his bicep.
"He's my friend,"
Inuyasha's head snapped back to look at me before returning his gaze to Menomaru.
"Thanks for saving my girl," Inuyasha said through clenched teeth. "But I feel that I gotta say don't touch what isn't yours."
Inuyasha signed us both out of school and took the keys from my backpack without a word.
He didn't say a word until we got to my house and were in my room.
"Your friend," He snapped.
"Uh yeah I have friends outside of our little group," I said as I took a seat on my bed.
"I didn't say you couldn't have friends,"
"Then why are you yelling at me?"
"Why was he touching you like that?"
"Like what? He grabbed me to save me. It's not like-"
"I don't want you talking to him anymore," He barked, effectively cutting me off.
"I'm sorry what did you just say?" I asked incredulously.
"You heard me," He said though his voice wasn't as forceful as it had been the first time.
"I heard you but you may want to think nice and long to see if you want to stand by that statement."
"So you're the only one that can get upset when someone touches your fiancée?"
"Menomaru is my friend and he only did it to save me, Tsubaki is a man stealing opportunist who is actively trying to steal you away from me."
"Kagome," Inuyasha pushed.
"Inuyasha I'm tired, my wrist hurts and I've got a lot on my mind. Can we finish this later?" I asked with a sigh.
He deflated and took a seat next to me on my bed.
"Come here," He exhaled and pulled me closer to him as he laid back.
"Maybe I should formally meet him, if you like him he must be cool."
I reached up and kissed Inuyasha on the nose.
"Thank you baby," I whispered and he nodded.
He carefully maneuvered me so I was mostly lying on top of him and started rubbing my back.
"Sing me something pretty?" I mumbled into his chest.
"Pretty," He laughed and I nodded.
He cleared his throat lightly before serenading me with his beautiful voice.
She's got those eyes, those eyes
That'll see right through you
When she leaves that night
I wanna leave, with her too
And she's on my mind
Like all, all the time
When we touch I go weak
And I can hardly speak
And I hope that she thinks about me
Cause I'm always thinking of her
I just wanna hold her hand, be her man
I wanna know if she'd take a chance
Cause I still have not revealed it
Cause I still get the feelin
That lovin her is a game I'll always lose
I got the brown eyed blues
It's a shame I didn't meet her before
Cause now I wanna see her more than I should
Whose to blame when she's always on my mind
And I'd see her all the time if I could
And I hope that she cares about me
Cause I know that I care for her
I just wanna hold her hand, be her man
I wanna know if she'd take a chance
Cause I still have not revealed it
Cause I still get the feelin
That lovin her is a game I'll always lose
I got the brown eyed blues
I don't wanna be with anybody else
She makes me take a good look at myself
She brings out the best in me
She doesn't think any less of me
When I do the wrong things
She loves me for me and I can't explain
Oh be her man
I wanna know
Cause I still have not revealed it
Cause I still get the feelin
That lovin her is a game I'll always lose
I got the brown eyed blues
I just wanna hold her hand, be her man
I wanna know if she'd take a chance
Cause I still have not revealed it
Cause I still get the feelin
That lovin her is a game I'll always lose
I got the brown eyed blues
"That pretty enough?" He asked and I could hear the grin in his voice.
"Yeah babe," I yawned. "Just beautiful."