Miko and Monk
Chapter 7
After breakfast, the duo got ready to hit the city. "My, don't you look handsome Miroku'' mama looked him over. Miroku wore a pair of blue jeans with a baby blue button down shirt and a white t-shirt. His hair slicked back in a ponytail.
"Thank you Ami-san. These are really nice clothes instead of my robes. I can use to this. Kagome helped me to put it together." he smiled.
"Sorry I took so long. Ready to go?" Kagome stepped outside wearing a white sundress paired with a blue flowered print cardigan and white flats. Her hair was loose with a flower clip on the side and a touch of pink lip gloss.
Miroku stood in a trance like state as he saw Kagome. He never saw her dressed like this. "You look pretty Kagome. Completely different from your uniform.'' stood looking at her.
Kagome felt her cheeks burn. "Let's go Miroku" Kagome grabbed Miroku's arm and headed towards the steps. "See you later mama" Kagome called out over her shoulder.
"See you later Ami-san." with Miroku disappeared down the steps.
Kagome and Miroku sat in the little cafe after a day of shopping for clothes, sneakers and other personal necessities for Miroku sipping on chocolate milkshakes.
"Oh wow! This is delicious!" as Miroku savored the cold creamy treat.
"I told you that it's delicious" as Kagome felt proud that he took her suggestion.
"Kagome, I feel bad that you spent a lot of money today. How can I ever repay you for your kindness? as he reached over for Kagome's hand across from him
"No worries. If you help out grandpa with the shrine, we can call it even."
They both sat in quite still holding hands.
"How are you feeling? I know it's been a culture shock." breaking the awkward silence
"I'm taking it in but it will take time to adjust. I am quite taken with everything. Very Fascinating." Miroku looked at Kagome. (They both slightly blushed.)
"Kagome is that you?" "Oh my gosh! "When did you return?" as three familiar voices approached the duo.
"Hey guys. I returned last night" as Kagome pulled away from Miroku's hand.
"Who's this Kagome? With three pairs of eyes turned to Miroku.
"Ayumi, Eri and Yuka, this is Miroku. He's visiting from the countryside and will be staying with my family."
Miroku stood up and gave a graceful bow with a bright smile. "Pleased to meet you pretty ladies".
"The girls blushed. "He's cute!" "What a gentleman!" "How long will you be here?" "What are your hobbies?" as the girls bombarded him.
"Ladies, ladies one at a time. I do find myself handsome. I am indeed a gentleman. I am not sure. I have many hobbies but they are private." as he smirked.
'The girls in this time are bold. I might get used to this.'
"Kagome is he your new boyfriend?" "We saw you holding hands?" "I'm happy you've finally moved on from that guy who constantly cheats on you with his ex." as the girls bombarded questions again.
"Hey have some decency girls!" Kagome's face turned red.
"Ladies, Kagome is a very dear friend of mine. She's like a sister to me. She was holding my hand because I was feeling overwhelmed in this big city. It's a big change for me since I've never been to the big city." as Miroku noticed the discomfort Kagome was feeling. "I do apologize but Kagome and I need to get back. It was a pleasure meeting you all." Miroku stood up and gathered the shopping bags.
Kagome took the hint and got up picking up the other bags next to her. "We gotta go. I'll catch up with you guys later." Kagome unconsciously grabbed Miroku's hand and dashed out thru the door.
The girls stood there stunned looking at each other.
'There's more to this than they are saying' as Yuka's eyes followed Miroku.