Disclaimer: Kikyou will never have Inu Yasha!
I notice a lot of people worried over whether or not Kikyou will get between Inu Yasha and Kagome. This might ruin the story a little, but Kikyou will not be interfering with either Inu Yasha/Kagome OR Sango/Miroku. I have other plans for her. So don't worry!! I don't think it ruins the story too much by saying that. I think I have enough going on that it won't matter that you know or not ^_^
And now, on with the show! ^_^
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Chapter 25:
The sky was a dark gray, the clouds churned in the sky as the rain fell down hard. It was impossible to tell just by looking that it was noon. Inside the church, with her finally reunited with Inu Yasha, Kagome remembered something very important.
** Kagome's perspective **
"I missed school!" I cried suddenly, surprising Kikyou and Inu Yasha. Kikyou raised an eyebrow at me coolly, while Inu Yasha just stared at me blankly. How was I going to explain this to my teachers? I didn't have a parent or guardian around to excuse me. They would know I ditched; I would get detention for sure!
"Is it really so important?" Miroku's voice said from behind me. Turning we watched as Miroku come towards us, followed by a nervous looking Sango.
"Can't you just tell them you were sick?" Inu Yasha added curiously, his cute white ears twitching atop his head.
Before I could respond, Kikyou surprised us all. "Father Miroku!" She said excitedly, rushing past Inu Yasha and I and throwing herself into Miroku's shocked arms. So, she DID have more than one emotion, I had begun to wonder about her. It seemed she had two modes, Serene and Icy. Anything else she kept hidden. "Thank god!" She said, her shoulders shaking with suppressed emotion.
Recovering quickly, Miroku calmly hugged her, and patted her on the back, trying to calm her down. "I'm sorry we were so late." He said to Inu Yasha over her head.
Inu Yasha made a huffing sound and walked over to Miroku, a dangerous look in his eye. "So, you went out to get some supplies did you?" Inu Yasha said calmly, peering at Miroku closely.
Miroku eyed Inu Yasha and laughed nervously, hugging the trembling Kikyou closer. "Ah hah, well you see the funniest thing happened on the way-- " He began slowly. It suddenly seemed like his hug with Kikyou was more to shield himself from Inu Yasha than anything else. Sango stood off to the side; alternately darting shamed glances at Inu Yasha, and frowning slightly at Kikyou and Miroku. What did she have against Miroku?
"DAMN PRIEST!! Why did you have to tell them EVERYTHING?!" Inu Yasha raged, making everyone jump. I couldn't look away from Inu Yasha, even as he railed at Miroku. I couldn't help but take the opportunity to stare at him while he wasn't looking. Did I really love him? Or was it just some crush because of his looks? How could I know for sure? I had never felt like this towards anyone before. It had to be love, right?
Then the other thing that was on my mind superimposed itself over my thoughts of Inu Yasha. School! What was I going to do?! Mom was going to KILL me! I had promised her I wouldn't miss any days unless I had a huge fever or something. I would lie to her about it, but I was HORRIBLE at it! My mom saw right through me every time I tried. But maybe since this would be over the phone, I might have a chance. I had to try!
With that settled in my mind, I realized Inu Yasha hadn't stopped yelling the entire time. Kikyou stood next to Sango, a surprised look on both their faces as they watched Inu Yasha put Miroku in a head lock, knocking on the top of the poor priests head with his knuckles like the priest was a door. Miroku was ineffectually coving his head while pleading for mercy.
"Inu Yasha!" I said sharply, outraged. His hand froze in mid-knock, his ears wilting slightly as his gaze snapped on me, the wicked grin that had been on his face slowly disappearing. He was the image of someone caught doing something they shouldn't have. Not about to be put off, I put my hands on my hips. "Don't give me that look! Let him go; he was only trying to help!"
"Yeah, I was only helping!" Miroku put in, unwisely.
Frowning down at Miroku, Inu Yasha gave him another rap on the head. "Telling them every little dirty secret about me was HELPING?" He said doubtfully, delivering another sharp knock almost absentmindedly. Miroku was starting to go a little cross-eyed. It would have been funny any other time; I considered it karma for the twisted things he did in the past. But this time, he really didn't deserve it.
"Inu Yasha, it shames me but, if Miroku hadn't told us, you would be dead right now." Sango said quietly, her back straight and her chin out. "I am so sorry, Inu Yasha. I-- If I had known I would never have-- " She was trying to be strong, but even I could see her chin tremble slightly.
Inu Yasha stared into Sango's eyes, slowly nodding in understanding. "It's ok, I guess. I probably wouldn't have believed me either." Inu Yasha laughed. Sango let out a small breath, her eyes shining as she bowed to him in thanks.
Finding out that she had betrayed Inu Yasha on the words of someone who used to torture him as a kid had hit her hard. It had hit me hard too, but I felt a surge of pride in myself knowing that I hadn't fallen for it. He would never do those things, not MY Inu Yasha!
Even though I said it to myself, I looked around quickly feeling the embarrassment grow inside when I realized I had just claimed him as MINE. Still I wished it were true. A few kisses don't equal a relationship though, and I still had no idea how he felt about me. Every time, it had been ME that had kissed HIM. I knew he liked me, but like that?
Miroku had said something that I missed. But Inu Yasha had let him go, at least. Unfortunately, I realized that whatever Miroku had said had been aimed at me. Damn I was thinking about Inu Yasha too much! Four sets of eyes were looking at me expectantly, and I had no idea why.
"Um, What?" I asked, my cheeks heating up. Damn that boy, it was getting so I couldn't think of ANYTHING.
"I said, are you ok? You seem distracted." Miroku said, looking at me with an eyebrow raised. Inu Yasha was looking at me with concern in his eyes, while Sango and Kikyou where both just looking.
Carefully not looking at Inu Yasha, I shook my head. "I'm fine!" I said as brightly as I could. I was going to add something else, but that was when the world started to tilt.
It started gently at first, a low almost gentle tremble in the ground. I looked around in confusion trying to understand what it was. Then everything just started shaking, a sound like rocks grinding together filling the air as I lost my balance and fell to the floor.
"Earthquake!" Sango shouted above the noise.
"Get under the benches!" Miroku ordered urgently, as the shaking grew even worse. High above us, the multicolored windows of the church shattered, showering us with rainbow colored fragments as we scrambled underneath the benches on ether side of us. Rain and wind followed into the sudden void, filling the air with more noise from outside. I heard things hit solidly against the ceiling of my bench as debris shaken loose from above fell down around us.
A great cracking sounded, above the noise, followed by the low base groaning sound only heavy stone or wood made, as it's weight shifted. Peeking out from my vantage underneath the bench near the podium, I looked up in horror, as the giant statue of the man on the cross, seemed to fall towards me in slow motion.
"Inu Yasha!!" I screamed, the name coming to my lips without thought.
Frozen, knowing I didn't have time to move, I watched in morbid fascination as the shadow of the statue blocked out my vision. Suddenly a form stood over me, blocking the statue from sight. Before I could comprehend more than that, a shattering sound deafened me, and I was blasted by rubble as the statue disintegrated around me. Something hit my head, a searing pain shooting through me, followed by numbness as the world faded away. The last thing I saw was the tilted view of the ground, with feet in front of me inside a pair of shoes I remember buying for Inu Yasha just a few days before.
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A short chapter with a nasty cliffy eh? No worries, I will update soon! (I hope. I am going to Catalina Island tomorrow, SO I am trying to finish today.) I wrote this much, but since I might not finish, I decided to put this up so you know I'm still alive. IF I don't make it today, I will be back Sunday sometime, and so expect and update then! Hey, it was either this or nothing, as I type out the rest. ^_^
Please don't hate me! Lol.
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And now, for some personal responses! ^_^
Zonza - Yeah, Don't you love those touching moments? Thank you for liking the story! (I say thank you a lot I know lol) I haven't figured out the perfect way for Sango and Miroku to get together without horning in on the main Inu Yasha and Kagome theme, but I'm working on it. I think I found a way, so we will see! And I am not really a fan of Kikyou myself, but I need her in this story. Thanks again Zonza!
Inuficcrzy - Hmm, as far as I know right now, the only demon that MIGHT appear in this is Shippo. I haven't decided on whether to make him human or demon. It depends on if it makes sense in the story. Kikyou won't cause Inu/Kagome or Sango/Miroku and problems. Thanks for the chocolate flavored jellybeans!! Yum! Thanks for the support Inuficcrzy!!
Melodylink - Yeah, he does a good job at keeping his real self from the people he works with, at least lol. You are right on all counts about Kikyou, she is not a threat in this fiction. I need her for something else. Thank you so much for the compliment!! I am glad you liked the fluff! I'm not done with it either bwahahah. And yeah, those mobile phones always seem to go off when you don't want 'em to. Thanks again Melody!
Moonman - THANK YOU moonman!! I am very flattered. It's good to know the detail is appreciated lol. Yeah, I can't believe I'm even doing this myself. I am so happy you enjoyed it! And I am honored to be one of the authors you wrote a longer than normal review for! To many exclamation points!! AHHH!!!
Kai-Aki Ti - Yeah, it WAS kinda wasn't it? I am glad you liked! More coming thanks!
ME - As far as Kagome and Inu Yasha, or Sango and Miroku goes, there won't be any problems. Those are the only people I am guaranteeing though! I am not decided on whether to make her stay a nun or not, but I think you might be right. Yep, plenty more Inu/Kagome fluff to come! So no worries! Thanks for enjoying!!
Ash-chan - Lol don't worry Ash-chan, she won't interfere. Inu and Kagome are safe.
Georgesonlygirl - Thank you Georgesonlygirl!! (Blush)
Eartha - Well, she will be confused in this fiction. I have different plans for her than the generic 'I want Inu Yasha but can't have him' thing. Thanks Eartha! I really enjoyed writing that reunion. More coming!
Rhewvru - Thank you for choosing to review me! I love the feedback. Thank you for liking it too!! And I really don't like Kikyou either, but she is needed, trust me. Don't worry she won't be meddling in Inu Yasha and Kagome's relationship. And you can be sure I will put in plenty of Sango and Miroku fluff. It will be in the future, but it will be there. I have to figure out how to do it so it doesn't seem contrived, but I think I might have a solution. Thanks again Rhewvru!!
Sleep walking chicken and HAP - To be completely honest; I really don't like Kikyou at all. At least, in the series I don't. But understand, to me she isn't evil at all. Instead, she is just a lost soul. The reason I don't like her stems from the fact that I hate her coming between Inu Yasha and Kagome all the damn time in the series, even when it's not really her fault a lot of times. I felt no reason to carry over my frustration with her in the series over to my own fiction. So I am trying to write her as I see her. Hah I read your mind about the updating eh? (Twilight-zone music plays) Thanks for liking it!!!
Jax4 - Thank you very much Jax!! I agree with your sentiments about Kikyou. She isn't a favorite of mine either. (Far from it) And as far as my plans with her go, I am pretty sure at this point in time that she won't turn into some evil or warped personality. I have other plans for her. I am so happy I managed to impress somebody! My day has officially been MADE. Thanks again, more coming!
Karen10 - Thanks Karen! Kinda. I remembered the episode where Kagome grabbed the hair and her hand bled so Inu Yasha could see it, and I thought to myself, it would be kinda cool if it was a magical wire than sucked the blood, and used as a weapon. So that's what I did! More coming!
Ladykaa28 - heh, I think after the next few chapters we will see Sesshoumaru again. And there will be a confrontation, although that's all I'm saying about that. Well, I am glad Sango redeemed herself a little at least. And don't worry, she won't interfere with Inu Yasha and Kagome, so I don't think Kikyou will need a beating. DAMN you sound tough! Think maybe we should go around town beating people up for their lunch money? Let me know! Lol.
DevilishGrl17 - Thank you DevilGrl!! Yeah, I thought it would be fitting if she were a nun. Don't you? Don't worry; I'm not a real fan of her either. BUT you don't need to worry, as she and Inu Yasha aren't gonna happen in this fiction.
Emania - Wow THANK YOU Emania! That is so nice of you to say! It is good news to me if it seems like I am improving. Now that you mention it, it does seem to be poetic justice doesn't it? I didn't plan it like that though, I wasn't even thinking of that. Maybe my subconscious was though, and it came through, because I always hated Kikyou for doing that to Kagome. Thanks again! More coming!
Jessica T it's Me - I agree with you. I don't like Kikyou because of that as well. SO it won't BE like that in my fiction. If they run into snags, rest assured it won't be because of Kikyou. Hmm and your book sounds like it knows what it's talking about. BUT, that doesn't translate into the person reading being superficial, shallow OR cynical. The simple desire to be entertained is unconnected with those traits in my opinion. Throw that damn English book away! Lol. You want it? You got it! This fiction will remain Inu Yasha and Kagome to the end! I hope that helps (comforts) ^_^
CrystallineX - Yeah it is disturbing. Well, Kikyou isn't a full nun, more of a nun in training, but don't worry! She won't get in the way of Inu Yasha and Kagome! Thanks for liking it Crystalline!!
Youkai chick supreme (chapter 19) - Thank you very much!! Yeah, his self- esteem was pretty much crushed by his brother and the world hating him. He needs a little work lol.
Youkai chick supreme (chapter 20) - Thanks again for liking it! Yeah, she really needs to ring the doorbell or something first.
Youkai chick supreme (chapter 21) - Thanks! Yeah, Sesshoumaru is a pretty large ass in this. But I might change that in the future, so cheer up!
Youkai chick supreme (chapter 22) - Nope, she doesn't trust anyone really. Not yet anyway. Thanks again!
Youkai chick supreme (chapter 23) - Hehe don't worry, she ain't evil here. You might even like her when I am done! Thanks once more!!
Jamie - I thought people might like that better! No one complained, but when it annoyed ME when I went to look at it, I knew it HAD to annoy you guys. Yeah, I thought she fit as a nun too! I don't think she is evil, just lost in the main series. She won't be a royal bitch in my fan-fiction. She won't interfere with Inu Yasha and Kagome either. Hehe I am so glad you like the story! BOOYAH! ! 10 points eh? Sweet! (Is that 10 out of 10 or 10 out of 10000?) Lol.
Sailor X - Thank you so much Sailor!! I am honored to be on your top 10!! Aww doesn't it suck when they eat you out of house and home? I know they are relatives, but DAMN that gets expensive. I can't wait to do it to MY relatives BWAHAHAHAH. (Evil grin)
Cryptic Dragon - (munch) dank you berry much! (Munch) Lol I hate her too, but she won't give you a reason to hate her in this. At least, I don't THINK she will, so rest easy. Thanks for liking the story! More coming!
Friend of Shippo - Thank you friend of Shippo!!! I am glad to see it reached you like that! More coming, and thanks again!!
The EVIL chibi - Lol I agree, Inu and Kagome all the way! Don't worry, I have different plans for Kikyou than you might expect.
Suzuka neko demon - Thank you Sazuka! Don't worry; Kikyou won't be the main attraction. I don't like Kikyou either, but I felt I needed her in this for something else I have planned. It won't interfere with Inu/Kagome. Thanks again!!
What? - Thank you What?! Sweet! Glad to see the hatred dimming. Rest assured, this is and always will be Inu Yasha and Kagome. Kikyou will not interfere.
RyokoDragonez - But! But! I got me own sledgehammer after you told me I should get one! Yeah, it's ok, for NOW. And thank you! I tried to make that scene as cute as possible. But who is Rumiko? And nope, Kikyou won't get in the way, honest! (watches as a computer chase her down the hall with a plastic sledgehammer.) LOL thanks again!!
Innocentsakura72 - Thank you innocentsakura!! I am POSITIVE that you can write your own fan-fiction. That was the question I was trying to answer when I started this. If out of all people I can, I am sure you can too! Good luck, I hope you write soon! And thanks for reviewing!
Sana ChiChi - More Inu Yasha and Kagome fluff coming up! And don't worry, Kikyou won't, that is a promise. Thank you so much for liking it! I am so flattered it is one of your favorites!!
Mistress Storm Crow - Thank you Mistress Storm Crow!! Lol And kiss Kagome shall. In the future that is.
CraziAznGurl - Thank you very much!! It was sort of nice wasn't it lol. More coming!!
Chiisai-tori - Welcome back Chiisai-tori! I really kinda did have to, I have something in mind for the group to go through, and I need her there for something. Don't worry, Inu and Kagome are safe. Thank you again for the compliment! Wow Australia. I always wanted to go there.
Holly - WOW thank you VERY MUCH holly! Yeah, I started it two months ago. Hard to believe looking back lol. Originally this was only going to be like a 5 chapter story. The reviews spurred me on. Thank you so much again, for the compliments and for the fact that you love it so much! More coming!
Kyoko - Lol Review soon? Eh hmm. I don't think I am capable of reviewing my own story. Did you mean update soon? Cause I will I promise! You must have been typing FAST, that is the impression I get anyway lol. But see you soon I hope! Thank you!!
The B of Elice - Aww (blush) there you go again being all sweet! (gasp) marriage? (looks like a cornered rabbit) what to do?! LOL. Man everything was lost on your computer eh? That sucks. Hope nothing really important was on it! I am glad to hear things are working smoothly again though!! Sweet! Congratulations! I am so happy you are so pleased with the story!! Thank you so much!
Mistress RinRin - WOW!! You liked it so much you linked it to your web site?? That is SO SWEET! THANK YOU!! I am so honored!! I never expected something like that! Thank you for liking it so much! (em, to many exclamations again huh..)
Neko - Thanks Neko!! There is an Inu Yasha game? Cool! Is it fun? Thanks again more coming!
Silver-Eternal-Flame - Yeah, she's back! But she won't be evil or manipulative I promise. No problem, school and all that I understand. Don't yah hate it? Heh Spanish eh? Where I live, San Diego, you almost HAVE to know a little Spanish. It's almost a requirement. Art was my most advanced class! I LOVED art! Although the teacher kinda sucked. He almost never actually taught us anything. Lol. Anyway, thanks Silver! See you soon I hope!
And that's it for the replies! Thanks again everyone! More on the way!
I notice a lot of people worried over whether or not Kikyou will get between Inu Yasha and Kagome. This might ruin the story a little, but Kikyou will not be interfering with either Inu Yasha/Kagome OR Sango/Miroku. I have other plans for her. So don't worry!! I don't think it ruins the story too much by saying that. I think I have enough going on that it won't matter that you know or not ^_^
And now, on with the show! ^_^
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Chapter 25:
The sky was a dark gray, the clouds churned in the sky as the rain fell down hard. It was impossible to tell just by looking that it was noon. Inside the church, with her finally reunited with Inu Yasha, Kagome remembered something very important.
** Kagome's perspective **
"I missed school!" I cried suddenly, surprising Kikyou and Inu Yasha. Kikyou raised an eyebrow at me coolly, while Inu Yasha just stared at me blankly. How was I going to explain this to my teachers? I didn't have a parent or guardian around to excuse me. They would know I ditched; I would get detention for sure!
"Is it really so important?" Miroku's voice said from behind me. Turning we watched as Miroku come towards us, followed by a nervous looking Sango.
"Can't you just tell them you were sick?" Inu Yasha added curiously, his cute white ears twitching atop his head.
Before I could respond, Kikyou surprised us all. "Father Miroku!" She said excitedly, rushing past Inu Yasha and I and throwing herself into Miroku's shocked arms. So, she DID have more than one emotion, I had begun to wonder about her. It seemed she had two modes, Serene and Icy. Anything else she kept hidden. "Thank god!" She said, her shoulders shaking with suppressed emotion.
Recovering quickly, Miroku calmly hugged her, and patted her on the back, trying to calm her down. "I'm sorry we were so late." He said to Inu Yasha over her head.
Inu Yasha made a huffing sound and walked over to Miroku, a dangerous look in his eye. "So, you went out to get some supplies did you?" Inu Yasha said calmly, peering at Miroku closely.
Miroku eyed Inu Yasha and laughed nervously, hugging the trembling Kikyou closer. "Ah hah, well you see the funniest thing happened on the way-- " He began slowly. It suddenly seemed like his hug with Kikyou was more to shield himself from Inu Yasha than anything else. Sango stood off to the side; alternately darting shamed glances at Inu Yasha, and frowning slightly at Kikyou and Miroku. What did she have against Miroku?
"DAMN PRIEST!! Why did you have to tell them EVERYTHING?!" Inu Yasha raged, making everyone jump. I couldn't look away from Inu Yasha, even as he railed at Miroku. I couldn't help but take the opportunity to stare at him while he wasn't looking. Did I really love him? Or was it just some crush because of his looks? How could I know for sure? I had never felt like this towards anyone before. It had to be love, right?
Then the other thing that was on my mind superimposed itself over my thoughts of Inu Yasha. School! What was I going to do?! Mom was going to KILL me! I had promised her I wouldn't miss any days unless I had a huge fever or something. I would lie to her about it, but I was HORRIBLE at it! My mom saw right through me every time I tried. But maybe since this would be over the phone, I might have a chance. I had to try!
With that settled in my mind, I realized Inu Yasha hadn't stopped yelling the entire time. Kikyou stood next to Sango, a surprised look on both their faces as they watched Inu Yasha put Miroku in a head lock, knocking on the top of the poor priests head with his knuckles like the priest was a door. Miroku was ineffectually coving his head while pleading for mercy.
"Inu Yasha!" I said sharply, outraged. His hand froze in mid-knock, his ears wilting slightly as his gaze snapped on me, the wicked grin that had been on his face slowly disappearing. He was the image of someone caught doing something they shouldn't have. Not about to be put off, I put my hands on my hips. "Don't give me that look! Let him go; he was only trying to help!"
"Yeah, I was only helping!" Miroku put in, unwisely.
Frowning down at Miroku, Inu Yasha gave him another rap on the head. "Telling them every little dirty secret about me was HELPING?" He said doubtfully, delivering another sharp knock almost absentmindedly. Miroku was starting to go a little cross-eyed. It would have been funny any other time; I considered it karma for the twisted things he did in the past. But this time, he really didn't deserve it.
"Inu Yasha, it shames me but, if Miroku hadn't told us, you would be dead right now." Sango said quietly, her back straight and her chin out. "I am so sorry, Inu Yasha. I-- If I had known I would never have-- " She was trying to be strong, but even I could see her chin tremble slightly.
Inu Yasha stared into Sango's eyes, slowly nodding in understanding. "It's ok, I guess. I probably wouldn't have believed me either." Inu Yasha laughed. Sango let out a small breath, her eyes shining as she bowed to him in thanks.
Finding out that she had betrayed Inu Yasha on the words of someone who used to torture him as a kid had hit her hard. It had hit me hard too, but I felt a surge of pride in myself knowing that I hadn't fallen for it. He would never do those things, not MY Inu Yasha!
Even though I said it to myself, I looked around quickly feeling the embarrassment grow inside when I realized I had just claimed him as MINE. Still I wished it were true. A few kisses don't equal a relationship though, and I still had no idea how he felt about me. Every time, it had been ME that had kissed HIM. I knew he liked me, but like that?
Miroku had said something that I missed. But Inu Yasha had let him go, at least. Unfortunately, I realized that whatever Miroku had said had been aimed at me. Damn I was thinking about Inu Yasha too much! Four sets of eyes were looking at me expectantly, and I had no idea why.
"Um, What?" I asked, my cheeks heating up. Damn that boy, it was getting so I couldn't think of ANYTHING.
"I said, are you ok? You seem distracted." Miroku said, looking at me with an eyebrow raised. Inu Yasha was looking at me with concern in his eyes, while Sango and Kikyou where both just looking.
Carefully not looking at Inu Yasha, I shook my head. "I'm fine!" I said as brightly as I could. I was going to add something else, but that was when the world started to tilt.
It started gently at first, a low almost gentle tremble in the ground. I looked around in confusion trying to understand what it was. Then everything just started shaking, a sound like rocks grinding together filling the air as I lost my balance and fell to the floor.
"Earthquake!" Sango shouted above the noise.
"Get under the benches!" Miroku ordered urgently, as the shaking grew even worse. High above us, the multicolored windows of the church shattered, showering us with rainbow colored fragments as we scrambled underneath the benches on ether side of us. Rain and wind followed into the sudden void, filling the air with more noise from outside. I heard things hit solidly against the ceiling of my bench as debris shaken loose from above fell down around us.
A great cracking sounded, above the noise, followed by the low base groaning sound only heavy stone or wood made, as it's weight shifted. Peeking out from my vantage underneath the bench near the podium, I looked up in horror, as the giant statue of the man on the cross, seemed to fall towards me in slow motion.
"Inu Yasha!!" I screamed, the name coming to my lips without thought.
Frozen, knowing I didn't have time to move, I watched in morbid fascination as the shadow of the statue blocked out my vision. Suddenly a form stood over me, blocking the statue from sight. Before I could comprehend more than that, a shattering sound deafened me, and I was blasted by rubble as the statue disintegrated around me. Something hit my head, a searing pain shooting through me, followed by numbness as the world faded away. The last thing I saw was the tilted view of the ground, with feet in front of me inside a pair of shoes I remember buying for Inu Yasha just a few days before.
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A short chapter with a nasty cliffy eh? No worries, I will update soon! (I hope. I am going to Catalina Island tomorrow, SO I am trying to finish today.) I wrote this much, but since I might not finish, I decided to put this up so you know I'm still alive. IF I don't make it today, I will be back Sunday sometime, and so expect and update then! Hey, it was either this or nothing, as I type out the rest. ^_^
Please don't hate me! Lol.
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And now, for some personal responses! ^_^
Zonza - Yeah, Don't you love those touching moments? Thank you for liking the story! (I say thank you a lot I know lol) I haven't figured out the perfect way for Sango and Miroku to get together without horning in on the main Inu Yasha and Kagome theme, but I'm working on it. I think I found a way, so we will see! And I am not really a fan of Kikyou myself, but I need her in this story. Thanks again Zonza!
Inuficcrzy - Hmm, as far as I know right now, the only demon that MIGHT appear in this is Shippo. I haven't decided on whether to make him human or demon. It depends on if it makes sense in the story. Kikyou won't cause Inu/Kagome or Sango/Miroku and problems. Thanks for the chocolate flavored jellybeans!! Yum! Thanks for the support Inuficcrzy!!
Melodylink - Yeah, he does a good job at keeping his real self from the people he works with, at least lol. You are right on all counts about Kikyou, she is not a threat in this fiction. I need her for something else. Thank you so much for the compliment!! I am glad you liked the fluff! I'm not done with it either bwahahah. And yeah, those mobile phones always seem to go off when you don't want 'em to. Thanks again Melody!
Moonman - THANK YOU moonman!! I am very flattered. It's good to know the detail is appreciated lol. Yeah, I can't believe I'm even doing this myself. I am so happy you enjoyed it! And I am honored to be one of the authors you wrote a longer than normal review for! To many exclamation points!! AHHH!!!
Kai-Aki Ti - Yeah, it WAS kinda wasn't it? I am glad you liked! More coming thanks!
ME - As far as Kagome and Inu Yasha, or Sango and Miroku goes, there won't be any problems. Those are the only people I am guaranteeing though! I am not decided on whether to make her stay a nun or not, but I think you might be right. Yep, plenty more Inu/Kagome fluff to come! So no worries! Thanks for enjoying!!
Ash-chan - Lol don't worry Ash-chan, she won't interfere. Inu and Kagome are safe.
Georgesonlygirl - Thank you Georgesonlygirl!! (Blush)
Eartha - Well, she will be confused in this fiction. I have different plans for her than the generic 'I want Inu Yasha but can't have him' thing. Thanks Eartha! I really enjoyed writing that reunion. More coming!
Rhewvru - Thank you for choosing to review me! I love the feedback. Thank you for liking it too!! And I really don't like Kikyou either, but she is needed, trust me. Don't worry she won't be meddling in Inu Yasha and Kagome's relationship. And you can be sure I will put in plenty of Sango and Miroku fluff. It will be in the future, but it will be there. I have to figure out how to do it so it doesn't seem contrived, but I think I might have a solution. Thanks again Rhewvru!!
Sleep walking chicken and HAP - To be completely honest; I really don't like Kikyou at all. At least, in the series I don't. But understand, to me she isn't evil at all. Instead, she is just a lost soul. The reason I don't like her stems from the fact that I hate her coming between Inu Yasha and Kagome all the damn time in the series, even when it's not really her fault a lot of times. I felt no reason to carry over my frustration with her in the series over to my own fiction. So I am trying to write her as I see her. Hah I read your mind about the updating eh? (Twilight-zone music plays) Thanks for liking it!!!
Jax4 - Thank you very much Jax!! I agree with your sentiments about Kikyou. She isn't a favorite of mine either. (Far from it) And as far as my plans with her go, I am pretty sure at this point in time that she won't turn into some evil or warped personality. I have other plans for her. I am so happy I managed to impress somebody! My day has officially been MADE. Thanks again, more coming!
Karen10 - Thanks Karen! Kinda. I remembered the episode where Kagome grabbed the hair and her hand bled so Inu Yasha could see it, and I thought to myself, it would be kinda cool if it was a magical wire than sucked the blood, and used as a weapon. So that's what I did! More coming!
Ladykaa28 - heh, I think after the next few chapters we will see Sesshoumaru again. And there will be a confrontation, although that's all I'm saying about that. Well, I am glad Sango redeemed herself a little at least. And don't worry, she won't interfere with Inu Yasha and Kagome, so I don't think Kikyou will need a beating. DAMN you sound tough! Think maybe we should go around town beating people up for their lunch money? Let me know! Lol.
DevilishGrl17 - Thank you DevilGrl!! Yeah, I thought it would be fitting if she were a nun. Don't you? Don't worry; I'm not a real fan of her either. BUT you don't need to worry, as she and Inu Yasha aren't gonna happen in this fiction.
Emania - Wow THANK YOU Emania! That is so nice of you to say! It is good news to me if it seems like I am improving. Now that you mention it, it does seem to be poetic justice doesn't it? I didn't plan it like that though, I wasn't even thinking of that. Maybe my subconscious was though, and it came through, because I always hated Kikyou for doing that to Kagome. Thanks again! More coming!
Jessica T it's Me - I agree with you. I don't like Kikyou because of that as well. SO it won't BE like that in my fiction. If they run into snags, rest assured it won't be because of Kikyou. Hmm and your book sounds like it knows what it's talking about. BUT, that doesn't translate into the person reading being superficial, shallow OR cynical. The simple desire to be entertained is unconnected with those traits in my opinion. Throw that damn English book away! Lol. You want it? You got it! This fiction will remain Inu Yasha and Kagome to the end! I hope that helps (comforts) ^_^
CrystallineX - Yeah it is disturbing. Well, Kikyou isn't a full nun, more of a nun in training, but don't worry! She won't get in the way of Inu Yasha and Kagome! Thanks for liking it Crystalline!!
Youkai chick supreme (chapter 19) - Thank you very much!! Yeah, his self- esteem was pretty much crushed by his brother and the world hating him. He needs a little work lol.
Youkai chick supreme (chapter 20) - Thanks again for liking it! Yeah, she really needs to ring the doorbell or something first.
Youkai chick supreme (chapter 21) - Thanks! Yeah, Sesshoumaru is a pretty large ass in this. But I might change that in the future, so cheer up!
Youkai chick supreme (chapter 22) - Nope, she doesn't trust anyone really. Not yet anyway. Thanks again!
Youkai chick supreme (chapter 23) - Hehe don't worry, she ain't evil here. You might even like her when I am done! Thanks once more!!
Jamie - I thought people might like that better! No one complained, but when it annoyed ME when I went to look at it, I knew it HAD to annoy you guys. Yeah, I thought she fit as a nun too! I don't think she is evil, just lost in the main series. She won't be a royal bitch in my fan-fiction. She won't interfere with Inu Yasha and Kagome either. Hehe I am so glad you like the story! BOOYAH! ! 10 points eh? Sweet! (Is that 10 out of 10 or 10 out of 10000?) Lol.
Sailor X - Thank you so much Sailor!! I am honored to be on your top 10!! Aww doesn't it suck when they eat you out of house and home? I know they are relatives, but DAMN that gets expensive. I can't wait to do it to MY relatives BWAHAHAHAH. (Evil grin)
Cryptic Dragon - (munch) dank you berry much! (Munch) Lol I hate her too, but she won't give you a reason to hate her in this. At least, I don't THINK she will, so rest easy. Thanks for liking the story! More coming!
Friend of Shippo - Thank you friend of Shippo!!! I am glad to see it reached you like that! More coming, and thanks again!!
The EVIL chibi - Lol I agree, Inu and Kagome all the way! Don't worry, I have different plans for Kikyou than you might expect.
Suzuka neko demon - Thank you Sazuka! Don't worry; Kikyou won't be the main attraction. I don't like Kikyou either, but I felt I needed her in this for something else I have planned. It won't interfere with Inu/Kagome. Thanks again!!
What? - Thank you What?! Sweet! Glad to see the hatred dimming. Rest assured, this is and always will be Inu Yasha and Kagome. Kikyou will not interfere.
RyokoDragonez - But! But! I got me own sledgehammer after you told me I should get one! Yeah, it's ok, for NOW. And thank you! I tried to make that scene as cute as possible. But who is Rumiko? And nope, Kikyou won't get in the way, honest! (watches as a computer chase her down the hall with a plastic sledgehammer.) LOL thanks again!!
Innocentsakura72 - Thank you innocentsakura!! I am POSITIVE that you can write your own fan-fiction. That was the question I was trying to answer when I started this. If out of all people I can, I am sure you can too! Good luck, I hope you write soon! And thanks for reviewing!
Sana ChiChi - More Inu Yasha and Kagome fluff coming up! And don't worry, Kikyou won't, that is a promise. Thank you so much for liking it! I am so flattered it is one of your favorites!!
Mistress Storm Crow - Thank you Mistress Storm Crow!! Lol And kiss Kagome shall. In the future that is.
CraziAznGurl - Thank you very much!! It was sort of nice wasn't it lol. More coming!!
Chiisai-tori - Welcome back Chiisai-tori! I really kinda did have to, I have something in mind for the group to go through, and I need her there for something. Don't worry, Inu and Kagome are safe. Thank you again for the compliment! Wow Australia. I always wanted to go there.
Holly - WOW thank you VERY MUCH holly! Yeah, I started it two months ago. Hard to believe looking back lol. Originally this was only going to be like a 5 chapter story. The reviews spurred me on. Thank you so much again, for the compliments and for the fact that you love it so much! More coming!
Kyoko - Lol Review soon? Eh hmm. I don't think I am capable of reviewing my own story. Did you mean update soon? Cause I will I promise! You must have been typing FAST, that is the impression I get anyway lol. But see you soon I hope! Thank you!!
The B of Elice - Aww (blush) there you go again being all sweet! (gasp) marriage? (looks like a cornered rabbit) what to do?! LOL. Man everything was lost on your computer eh? That sucks. Hope nothing really important was on it! I am glad to hear things are working smoothly again though!! Sweet! Congratulations! I am so happy you are so pleased with the story!! Thank you so much!
Mistress RinRin - WOW!! You liked it so much you linked it to your web site?? That is SO SWEET! THANK YOU!! I am so honored!! I never expected something like that! Thank you for liking it so much! (em, to many exclamations again huh..)
Neko - Thanks Neko!! There is an Inu Yasha game? Cool! Is it fun? Thanks again more coming!
Silver-Eternal-Flame - Yeah, she's back! But she won't be evil or manipulative I promise. No problem, school and all that I understand. Don't yah hate it? Heh Spanish eh? Where I live, San Diego, you almost HAVE to know a little Spanish. It's almost a requirement. Art was my most advanced class! I LOVED art! Although the teacher kinda sucked. He almost never actually taught us anything. Lol. Anyway, thanks Silver! See you soon I hope!
And that's it for the replies! Thanks again everyone! More on the way!