Disclaimer: I do not own InuYasha or it's characters, that right belongs to Rumiko Takahashi. Nor do I own Naruto or it's characters, that right belongs to Masashi Kishimoto.

Author's Notes: Kikyo/Kagome 6, Itachi 5, Shisui 9, Bankotsu 13, Kakashi 14, Asuma Sarutobi 13, Rookie 9 Not born yet. So if you do not like that, I politely ask you toturn around and leave now. Because I don't see the point in you wasting your time and mine.


There was silence as those gathered watched the scene unfold. For some, it was waiting to see what happened. Other's ready to rush in and soothe the damage after it was done. But for others, they were curious about how it would go down. As two sets of eyes, one brown, the other blue stared at each other in complete belligerence — neither willing to back down.

"You will tell them to allow me to play with you all," Kikyo snapped, her face turning a deep shade of red.

This had a pout appearing on Kagome's face as she puffed her cheeks out. Eyes were flashing between defiance and giving in. And from the way that Kikyo's face was getting darker, tears glistening along the bottom of her eyes, it was making everyone think that she would throw a tantrum and get Kagome in trouble again.

"No," Kagome said firmly.

This had everyone looking shocked, including her elder sister. Who just stared at her.

"Why!?" Kikyo said in a barely audible voice.

"Because I do not control them or their actions. If you want to play with us, you ask them yourself. They are my friends. But I respect the wishes of others," Kagome said, crossing her arms over her chest.

This had several people visibly relaxing, silently glad that the girl was standing up for herself, even if it was over the two young Uchiha boys. Said boys were just standing back with the Matriarch of their Clan and watching this happen. While a few others were less than pleased at Kagomes actions. Thinking she was stupid for defying the Heir of the Higurashi Clan.

"Fine, I will," Kikyo said, stomping her little foot.

They all watched as the Heiress spun and marched over to the two Uchiha's. Who just stared blankly at the girl. Waiting as she came to a stop, planting her fisted hands on her hips and stared up at them.

"I want to play with you. You will allow this, yes?" Kikyo said, more demanding than asking.

It was as if a deadly calm had settled over the courtyard of the Higurashi compound. There was no mistaking the rudeness that Kikyo had displayed. And those that had just mentally debased Kagome in their minds at her actions were horrified by Kikyo's just now. To act so to another clan, let alone their Heir like that was just planned wrong.

"No," Shisui said. "We will not allow you to play with us."

This had Kikyo's mouth dropping open. No one denied her anything. Ever! And it was shocking to see it happen. It was about time, too, the girl needed to learn some humility.

"What!? Why!?" she practically screamed.

Itachi shifted to stand before her completely, letting his dark grey gaze meet Kikyo's as he responded. "Because I find you to be a spoilt brat, who doesn't have a thread of common decency or sense. And you offend me with the way you think you should be given everything you have. I, too, am an Heir of my Clan, but I do not act like you."

His words were spoken loud enough to carry through the air to all who listened. Everyone knew that the boy didn't talk often or much at all. Instead, he observed quietly before making his decisions and speaking his thoughts, wisdom in one so young. But it was like a slap to the face for the young Heiress who threw her head back and burst into tears, crying loudly and rather obscenely.


He was proud of his little sister. She finally stood up for herself, even if it was more for the Uchiha's. Both of whom he noted were getting instead attached to Kagome. He didn't like it, not one little bit. But then again, it was still unclear which of the two Uchiha was her intended mate — causing things to be even more awkward overall.

Though none of that mattered when he saw the smile that was always on her face when either one or both were there, Shisui was a prodigy in his own right. And Bankotsu would respect the boy's intuitiveness. He was well on his way to being a Jounin, having already obtained Chuunin from his actions during the Third Shinobi War.

Bankotsu sighed as he felt two familiar presences appear beside him. He was looking at his cousin Asuma and his friend Kakashi. Silently he counted down from ten in the back of his head for shit to hit the fan. He was not even reaching six before he heard the sound of feet running towards them as Kikyo had a tantrum and the shrill, excited sound of Kagome squealing as she spotted his Kakashi.

Making him wonder what he did to end up with family and friends like he had. Either way, it was never dull or dull.


He was proud of his cousin. Itachi stuck it to the girl. He was giving her a real piece of his mind, very harshly too. So, as soon as the Elders and Matriarch of the Higurashi Clan came running, he stiffened. Already he saw the dark looks they shot at Kagome. The elders were always ready to blame every little thing, real or imagined, on the girl. But paused when they saw Kikyo in front of them, crying like the huge, spoiled brat she was.

Then he flinched as he saw a flash of white before Kagome let out a happy squeal and ran to one Hatake Kakashi. It had him narrowing his eyes as the Jounin knelt and picked the girl up and swung her around. He was eliciting a sweet laugh from her lips as her eyes sparkled brightly in the evening sun.

This was one of the rare occasions that he was home in Konoha and could visit with her in his downtime. And here comes someone to steal her attention away. Sighing, he looked down at his cousin only to smirk at the dark, jealous glare he was sending to the other boy. It was comical how possessive Itachi was getting over Kagome. And still, neither of them knew the answer of who was her intended.

Shisui was fine either way. In fact, he didn't even try to speculate on it. Either way, he would be happy and content because he found Kagome a fascinating person, even if she was only six years of age to be around. There was more to her then she showed her Clan. Making him, and he was sure Itachi, feel special with that trust she so easily gave to everyone. But this, this type of trust was different, and he knew it.


She looked down at the eldest of her twin daughters, eyes narrowing as the girl sobbed out her side of the story. Already she could feel the aurae of the Elders began to swirl and shift. Their murmurs were degrading Kagome. Finding any loophole that they could to blame this all on her. So, with a heavy sigh, she slapped Kikyo across the face. It was the first time she had ever struck either of her daughters. Bankotsu had gotten it plenty of times for the sass that came out of his mouth.

"You will cease acting like this right now, Higurashi Kikyo. I am ashamed of you. Your actions to being denied bring much shame to this Clan," she snapped.

The shock on her daughter's faces as a small hand came up to cover the now red cheeks. As gasps of horror and shock came from behind her, making Kun-loon narrow her eyes.

"But...mama..." Kikyo whimpered.

"No buts young lady. You have disgraced us with those actions. If someone does not want to play with you, then you should be gracious and accept their decision, not having a tantrum like an infant," she said. "Besides, if I am correct, you tried to bully your sister into making them play with you first, did you not? And they were here, watching, were they not?"

When her daughter nodded her head yes, before hanging it, Kun-loon gave a soft grunt — looking at the two boys, who were standing stiff and staring at her in what seemed to be borderline fear. Meaning they'd seen Mikoto angry at least once. Good, because she knew that Kagome had her temper, but kept it under control reasonably well to avoid punishment.

"I apologize for my daughter Mikoto, Itachi, and Shisui," she said and bowed low at the waist. "I will be taking actions to make sure that this doesn't happen again. And I will start with where the problem has originated."

Rising, she saw Mikoto's eyes glinting in the setting sun. The tiny smile on her lips told her a lot. She did adore Mikoto, though she secretly thought that the woman was wasted on Fugaku. But that was neither here nor there. Holding out a hand to Kikyo who took it, Kun-loon turned to look at her Clan Elders — enjoying how they shied away from her. Oh yes, it was high time that she set the old farts straight and get her daughter taken care of before she became a monster.


He smiled beneath his mask as he held a clingy Kagome to him. Enjoying the dark looks, the two Uchiha were shooting, as well as his friend. Kagome had a way of drawing people to her. And he was well aware of her little 'crush' on him. Even if she had found her intended or whatever the clan women did. It was amusing she still had strong feelings for him. Though he was curious about which Uchiha was going to be her life mate. Either boy was good in their way. Each held promise and was a prodigy to boot.

Kakashi bent over and put Kagome on the ground, listening as Kun-loon apologized then made the dark comment about fixing Kikyo's problem at the room. It had him shuddering. A mad Kun-loon was not a good thing. He knew from personal experience. Hell, even now, his earlobe was aching at recalling that one time that it took to learn his lesson. And her hit Kikyo had been well worth it. He hated how Kagome was treated by the Clan and her twin, for that matter.

So, with a quick peek at the two Uchiha boys, Kakashi whispered to Kagome that she should visit with her friends while there was still daylight left, then gave a swift kiss to the crown of her head. He was making the girl turn red and run from him as he felt smothered, killing intent from the two young boys while he got a painful jab to his ribs from both Bankotsu and Asuma for that.


Itachi had spoken the truth. Kikyo disgusted him with her actions and treatment of her sister. He liked the sweet-tempered Higurashi. She was always full of energy and excited to learn about different things. In fact, she helped him keep his mind fresh on what he learned at the Academy because he taught her about it. Even if he knew she would never be a kunoichi, due to lack of Chakra and her Clans edicts.

Something she had told him in a serious manner that was fine. She was Kagome, and that was all she had to be — making her seem wiser than her age. Though he guessed the same could be said about him.

Itachi narrowed his eyes as he watched Hatake Kakashi plant a swift kiss on top of Kagome's head. It had something in him bubbling up as she turned red-faced, missing her brother and cousin dark glares at the white-haired teen, as she ran towards them. Itachi knew that what Kakashi was doing and intentionally.

"Itachi-dan! Shisui-san! What would you like to do today?" Kagome said in a bright and cheery voice. Her blue eyes were glowing.

The way she looked at him and his cousin, Itachi felt his body relax. Glad that they were the focus of her attention once more. He didn't completely understand what the adults were making a big deal over Kagomes' Destined Mate or whatever. But he knew that it had to be himself or Shisui. And while he was not excited to have to share her, he'd be okay if it was Shisui. He'd still get to see her a lot.

Reaching out a hand, he grasped her little one, making her eyes get even brighter as she laughed as he moved away from his mother. Knowing Shisui would follow, and then they could talk about anything they wanted. Kagome always asked too many questions. But it was nice to be the one explaining things. Not having to sit and listen. And Shisui would interject and make a joke or something, or show them a new skill he was working on.

TBC!