Chapter 8: The Wedding is Off
The Next Day
"Mommy?" Kazushi whispers as he peaks into his parents' room.
"Hi buddy," Kagome says as she sits up in bed. "Come here. Come to mommy."
With his teddy bear in hand, Kazushi runs towards her. He jumps into the bed and sits next to her. Kagome gives her son a kiss on the head before picking him up and sitting him in her lap.
"How did you sleep?"
"Good. Where daddy?"
"He went running," Kagome tells him as she rubs his doggy ear. Kazushi lets out a growl in content as he feels his mother's soft hands on his ears.
"Did you have fun last night?" Kagome asks as she looks down at her son who's cuddled into her chest. "With both your grandmas and grandpas?"
"I did!" Kazushi shouts as he jumps for joy. Kagome smiles and gives him another kiss on the head.
"How about you go downstairs and see if Grandma Korari and Grandpa Makoto are still down there," Kagome suggests as she takes her hands off his ears. Kazushi nods before jumping off the bed and rushes out the door. He pauses before walking back towards the bed and getting in. Kagome raises a brow at his actions before placing a hand on the back of his head and running her fingers through his hair.
"What's the matter honey?"
"Mommy?" He asks as he places a hand on her stomach. A soft smile forms on her faces as she looks down at her son.
"I'll be downstairs in a few minutes to feed your brother or sister."
Kazushi's face lit up, causing Kagome's smile to widen; he looked exactly like Inuyasha. He enthusiastically nods before dashing out the room. His mother giggles at him before shaking her head and getting out of the bed. She walks around the bed and walks towards the dresser. She pulls out a yellow short sleeve dress and examines it.
Slam!
Kagome turns around to see Inuyasha standing in their room. Sweat is dripping down his exposed chest. His hair is in a high ponytail and his grey jogging pants sit low on his hips
She bites her bottom lip as a string of sweat rolls down the middle of his six pack and disappears below his pants. "Lucky me."
"No Lucy. Move Mr. Anderson up to five o' clock and clear out my calendar for another week."
Inuyasha puts his hands on his hips as he listens to his secretary.
"Ahhum."
Inuyasha looks up to see Kagome facing him. He raises his eyebrow and mouth 'what' to her when she unties her robe and lets it fall to the ground.
Inuyasha watches her as she gets into their bed. She sits on the bed and calls him over with her fingers.
"I have to call you back."
Kagome bites her bottom lip as her husband stalks towards her.
'Looks like I won't be eating breakfast until much later.'
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Downstairs
"It's just so weird having you here," Rin states as she stares at Korari.
"Why dear?" Korari asks with a giggle as she stares at the young girl.
"Because you're basically royalty!"
Sesshomaru rolls his eyes as he swallows his toast. "She's a politics major."
"Oh really?!
"I've changed my major a few times but during my last year of my Master's program, I realized politics was so interesting and powerful. Like the people depend on you guys for their safety."
"That is true. However, it can be tiresome."
Rin nods as she looks at the woman in front of her. "Have you ever thought of leaving our position? It can be dangerous going to different countries," She states while peeling a grape.
"I have," Korari states. "I takes you away from your family a lot and your constantly putting them and yourself in danger by visiting another country. You never know who's watching your you or your family. It's quite nerve-racking."
Rin nods as she silently listens to Korari speak. "So how did you get started in politics?"
Sesshomaru rolls his eyes and huffs as he watches Korari begin her story and his fiancee, with wide eyes, listen to her.
'Oh Rin.'
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Ten Minutes Later
With Kagome and Inuyasha
"Wow!"
"Hmmm."
Kagome giggles as she lays on top of Inuyasha's chest. Her husband laughs as he runs his fingers through her wild hair.
"How was last night, with your parents being here and all?" Inuyasha asks after being able to catch his breath. When he came home last night, Kagome, Korari, and Kazushi were asleep while his and Kagome's dad talked in the living room. The rest of the gang had gone out to eat, but Kikyo stayed at the club talking to her new "friend."
"Well," Kagome starts off as she thinks about the previous night.
~Flashback~
"I can't believe I slept that long," Kagome mumbles as she puts on a purple t-shirt that matches her purple, grey, and black pajama pants. After towel drying her hair and putting it into a messy bun, she walks out the bedroom. "Hopefully someone ordered some food. I'm starving!"
She walks down the several stairs before making her way towards the living room. Kagome smiles as she hears laughter coming from the living room. She walks in only to freeze in place. "Mama?"
Korari Higurashi turns around to see her daughter that she hasn't seen in what felt like ages.
"Kaggy poo!"
Before Kagome could blink, her mother's arms are wrapped around her.
"OH! I missed you so much!"
"I missed you too!" Kagome responds as she hugs her back. A minute later, her mother's pulls away from the hug and examines her only daughter.
"You're so gorgeous, my dear! You've grown such much!"
"I know," Kagome tells her with a smile before looking around the room. Inu No Taisho and Izayoi are sitting on the couch, opposite of her mom and dad. Kazushi is sitting on the floor toys all around him.
"And someone told me that you were pregnant," Korari states with a grin.
"With twins!" Izayoi reminds with glee.
"I forgot. With twins! How exciting!" Korari exclaims.
"So she's not a lesbian dear," Makoto says as he crosses his left leg over his right knee.
"Oh hush you!" Korari states as she guides her daughter towards their side of the couch. "I only thought that for a few years."
Kagome rolls her eyes as she takes a seat across from Inuyasha's parents.
"Are you hungry, Kagome?" Izayoi asks. "Did you want some pizza?"
"Yes please. I'm starving!"
Izayoi chuckles as she fixes her daughter-in-law a plate. She hands Kagome the plate; she immediately starts to devour it.
"How long have you guys been here?" Kagome asks before taking another bite out of her pizza.
"An hour or so," Korari tells her. "We were just talking about Izzy and Inu No Taisho renewing their vows. I think that's very sweet. When is it again?"
"In three days. Kagome helped a lot with the wedding," Izayoi tells her. "We made a ton of progress in what, a day was it?" Izayoi asks with a smile as she looks at her hungry daught-in-law. Kagome nods as she continues to eat. "We were able to finalize the decorations and the girls' dresses."
"Really? Our Kaggy was always a crafty little girl," Korari states with a smile. "How's modeling going?"
"Good," Kagome mumbles before taking another huge bite of pizza.
"Look!" Kazushi shouts as he shows Makoto a red firetruck.
"Where did you get all those toys?" Kagome asks as she reaches for another piece of pizza.
"Grandma and grandpa," Kazushi tells her with a smile. He is surrounded by tons of cars, trucks, and action figures. Makoto bends down and looks at it before handing him a green race car. Kazushi shouts in glee before grabbing the missing toy.
Kagome nods at him before leaning back in her seat. "You guys got him a lot of toys."
"We have tons of items that we brought for you guys but since we never see you guys, they just gather dust at the house."
Kagome nods before finishing her pizza. She sets the plate down before looking at her parents. "So how long are you guys going to be around? Another hour?"
Izayoi glances at her husband before looking at the family in front of her.
"Kago-"
"No, you guys are always in my life for a few minutes, before leaving for another important mission," Kagome states with a cross of the arms.
"Kagome, you kn-"
"Yeah I know. It's to protect the country. But I would like it if you guys or Naraku and Sota were present in my and Kazushi's life."
Korari looks back at her husband before looking at their youngest child. "Kagome, we're sorry."
"I know," Kagome mumbles.
"Things are going to change, Kagome. I promise."
~End of Flashback~
"We just talked for the rest of the night and that's about it," Kagome says as she opens her eyes. She kisses Inuyasha's chest before drawing designs on it. "How was the club?"
"Good. I danced with this woman. Wow was she sexy," Inuyasha teases as he looks down at his wife.
"Oh really? Sexier than your wife?" Kagome asks with a raised brow and furrowed eyebrows.
"Yeah. She was pretty good looking. Her legs were to die for."
Kagome huffs as she rolls over; Inuyasha chuckles as he wraps his arms around her body. "I was just joking."
"Yeah, yeah," Kagome mumbles with a frown, but she looks at him through the corner of her eye.
"I was. Look, you can ask Rin. I spent majority of the night drinking and talking with Sesshomaru and Miroku."
"Hmm?"
"How can I make it up to you, huh?" Inuyasha asks as he runs a finger up her arm.
"I don't know."
"How about I take us out tonight. Just you and me."
Kagome smiles as he kisses her shoulder then neck. "I like that."
"I knew you would," Inuyasha mumbles against her neck. "We can go to the beach, or this really nice sushi bar."
"No raw food," Kagome says with a shake of the head.
Inuyasha chuckles as he looks down at her. "No raw food, got it."
Kagome turns her head and grins at her husband. "I love you."
"Love you too, wench."
Kagome gives him a peck before looking into his eyes. "We should get ready."
"In ten more minutes," he responds before cuddling into her neck. His wife sighs as she lays her head back on the pillow.
"I guess we can spend a few more minutes in bed."
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Twenty Minutes Later
Downstairs
"Where are those two?" Korari asks before taking a sip of her water. Everyone is up and getting dressed while Izayoi and Korari enjoy their breakfast in the dining room.
"Hey mom," Kagome states as she walks into the dining room. She is fully dress with a grin on her face.
"Hello dear!" Korari gushes as she gets up and hug her daughter. "How are you feeling? How's the babies?"
"I'm fine and we're good," Kagome say giving her a huge smile. "Is breakfast done?"
"Ye-"
"Kagome, have you seen your son?" Inuyasha asks as he walks into the dining room. He freezes as he sees Kagome's older look alike.
"Inuyasha! Is that you?!" Korari exclaims before rushing towards the young man.
"Hey Rari," Inuyasha wheezes out as Korari gives him a tight hug.
"Rari?" Izayoi asks while giggling.
"It's a name Inuyasha came up with when he first met my parents," Kagome tells her with a smile before grabbing a plate and filling it with food that didn't make her sick.
"Aww! You've grown so much!" Korari teases as she pinches his cheeks.
"Thanks Rari," Inuyasha says as he hugs her back before holding her at arm's length. "You're kinda killing me, mom."
"Oh! Sorry dear," Korari states with a laugh. Inuyasha chuckles as he gives his mother-in-law a proper hug and kiss on the cheek. As Korari makes her way back to her seat, Inuyasha grabs a plate and starts filling it up with semi heated food.
"Where's everyone?" Kagome asks as she shoves a grape in her mouth.
"Getting dressed," Izayoi states before taking a sip of her tea. "You two got down here late. You almost missed breakfast."
Kagome blushes before looking down at her plate of fruit and waffles. "We got a little distracted."
"I swear, you two are just like two hory dogs in heat," Korari responds causing Izayoi to spit out her tea. "Don't you two ever get tired of having sex?"
"Mom!" Kagome shouts; she now resembles a tomato.
"What?" Korari asks with a raised brow.
Inuyasha chuckles as he hands his mother a napkin. "Now you can see where Kagome gets her bluntness."
Izayoi shakes her head as she cleans up. A small smile forms own her face as she looks at the couple and woman in front of her. 'It seems like everyday this family is expanding. Now I just need Sesshy to pop the question to Rin and everything will be perfect.'
She sighs as she grabs her tea cup. "One big happy family," she mumbles before taking another sip of jasmine tea.
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Later that Afternoon
With the Women
"You can set those down right there," Kagome instructs the store owner and his assistant who are holding plastic bags that contains their dresses. While they set the dresses on the table, the women file into the luxurious waiting room.
"What are those, Kagome?" Rin asks as she sits down on the white leather couch.
"Your dresses for the wedding," Kagome states with a grin.
"Nice. Have you already come up with our line up?"
"Not really, I left that up to Izzy," she says as she looks through the dresses.
"That's about the only thing she left me with. Kagome basically planned the entire wedding," Izayoi teases as she takes a set next to Ayame.
"Sorry," Kagome responds with a small smile. "I love planning events. I planned so many parties for Inuyasha and Kazushi, it's crazy." She lets out a sigh before looking through the dresses. "Hopefully I got everyone's sizes right." She hands everyone their dresses before taking a seat on the empty chair.
"These dresses look so cute! I can't wait to try it on!" Rin exclaims before skipping to the dressing room. The rest of the women do the same expect Kagome.
"What's wrong dear?" Izayoi asks.
"Nothing. Just worried that I'll have to increase my dress size," Kagome tells her. "I've gain so much weight since Sunday. It's crazy!"
"Twins do grow a lot," Izayoi tells her.
Kagome sighs and nods as she pushes a small piece of hair behind her ear. "You're right. I was done growing with Kazushi when I was six months along. Maybe that's why he was so small."
"Hey, don't worry about the negative. Everything is going to be fine," Izayoi states as she reaches over and pats her hand. Her daught-in-law nods with a grin on her face. "That's the spirit. Now go try on your dress. If we have to make alterations then we just have to make them." Kagome nods before getting up and following the rest of the girls behind the green curtains.
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With the Men
"Kazushi! Get back here!" Inuyasha yells as he runs after his son.
Inu No Taisho chuckles as hears his grandson giggle before crawling under a cart of jackets.
"Did you boys enjoy last night?" Inu No Taisho asks as he lifts his arms to be measure, they are at the tailors' getting measured for their tuxedos.
"Yeah, it was fun," Miroku states before opening his can of pop.
"Daddy!" Kazushi shouts in angry as his father lifts him upside down and carries him towards the group.
"Excited for the wedding, pops?" Inuyasha asks. Kazushi grins before running off again. Inuyasha lets his son play as he sits next to his brother.
"No, I'm kinda nervous. What if she says no?" Inu No Taisho tells him with a grin.
"Keh," his son responds with a smirk.
"So."
"So?"
"Have you told mom and dad about you and Rin?"
"What about me and Rin?" Sesshomaru asks with a raised elegant brow.
"Being engaged."
Sesshomaru's eyes widen as he smacks his head. The men look at him before turning around to do what they were previously doing.
"I completely forgot."
"How?" Inuyasha asks with a raised brow.
"Well not to draw any attention away from mom and dad, Rin took off the engagement ring. We'll probably tell everyone after the wedding. Hopefully Rin hasn't told anyone. Knowing her, she probably told the girl."
Inuyasha nods before looking around the small store. There was a few people in the store, besides them.
"How did you propose to Kagome?"
"I was drunk," Inuyasha states with a laugh. "I just got a promotion at my job and we went out celebrating. I got wasted and Kagome took us home. She had gotten me into the bed and according to Kagome I grabbed her arm before she left and asked her to marry me. After I got over my hang over the next day, she told me what I did. I panicked and asked her if she liked the ring, I was planning on asking her later on that week. I had everything planned and ready."
Sesshomaru laughs and shakes his head. 'That's my idiot brother.'
"So what happen next."
"Kagome freaked out because she realized I was serious and she said she thought I was joking because I was drunk. But I showed her the ring and she said yes and well, haha. Kazushi almost had an older sibling."
Sesshomaru shakes his head again before thinking about him and his Rin. He took her on a cruise to ease her stress. While they were on board, dancing with the other guest, he looked into her brown eyes and realized that he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her. After making love in their hotel room, he asked her to may him. Rin happily agreed and they made love for the second time that night. After getting off the cruise ship, they immediately went to the jewelry shop and Rin picked out the perfect engagement ring for herself. Even though Rin was put off at first because of the high price of the ring, it costed nearly $50,000, Sesshomaru told her that she would receive nothing but the best.
Sesshomaru look towards his father before looking at his brother. "Love will make you do crazy things."
"Yes it will," Inuyasha agrees with a chuckle as his son runs towards him and jumps into his lap. "Yes it will.
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That Night
"This is so relaxing," Kagome sighs as she takes a sip of her juice.
"It's just dinner," Inuyasha mumbles as he looks through the menu. His wife rolls her eyes before sitting her drink down. She looks around the well decorated restaurant before smoothing out her forest green dress. Since her Japanese reading skills weren't that well; after spending almost a decade in America, Inuyasha is ordering for the both of them.
'Well four of us,' Kagome thinks with a smile.
"Are you guys ready to order?" Their waiter asks as he looks at the two.
Kagome continues to look around the restaurant before her eyes fall back on her husband. "I never been here before."
"Really? You've lived in Tokyo nearly all your life and you haven't been to this place? It's pretty popular."
Kagome rolls her eyes as she stares at her husband. "I've eaten a lot of international cuisines. I wasn't very fond of Japanese food. I'm not sure why though."
"So what was your favorite international cuisine as a child?" Inuyasha asks as he crosses his arms and looks at his beautiful wife. 'Kami, I learn something new everyday about her.'
"Tiramisu," Kagome states. "It's an Italian dessert. It has a strong coffee flavor. It's really good."
"Looks like we're going to have to go to Italy for our next year anniversary."
"Really? Oh! I can't wait!" Kagome exclaims with a grin. Inuyasha chuckles before taking a sip of his wine.
"So how are you and the girls doing?"
"Pretty good. They were very supportive and encouraging when I couldn't fit into my dress," Kagome states. "I think they're finally warming up to me."
Inuyasha nods sitting his wine glass down. "And Kikyo?"
"Friendly," Kagome says with a tilt of the head. "Her and the girls were talking about her and this guy she met at the club."
"Yeah. I noticed she and this one guy at the club were close yesterday. Glad she finally moved on."
Kagome hums as she stares into his eyes.
"What?" Inuyasha asks after a minute of staring at each other.
"Just trying to see if you're actually happy for her."
Her husband rolls his eyes as he reaches across the table and grasp her hands in his. "I love you and only you."
"And I love you too," Kagome responds with a grin as he kisses her hands. 'Girl! Stop being insecure. You have a man that is deeply in love with you.'
Kagome shakes her head before leaning up and giving him a small peck on the lips.
"Forever."
"Forever."
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With the Girls
"And just add a teaspoon of sugar," Rin instructs as Ayame feeds Kazushi orange slices.
"It better not be too sweet. You know I don't like sweet things Rin," Sango warns as she does as her friend instructs.
Before Rin could defend herself, in walks Kikyo. She is dressed in a blue knee length dress, with white heels and jewelry.
"Where are you going?" Sango asks as Rin sneaks more sugar into the cake batter.
"On a date."
"With who? Naraku?"
"No, actually that cute guy I meet last night, Bankotsu," Kikyo tells them with a grin.
"So what's going on between you and Naraku?"
"Nothing. That night was just a night of passion. That's all."
Sango gives her a look before turning around and stirring the content in the bowl.
"Where's Kagome and Inuyasha?" Kikyo asks as she looks at their son.
"They went out on a date too," Ayame states before handing Kazushi another orange slice. Kikyo nods before looking through her purse for her phone.
"Kikyo."
"Yes?" She responds as she looks up and sees Rin looking at her with concerned eyes.
"Be careful."
"Yeah, we don't want your heart to get crushed again," Sango states; Ayame nods in agreement.
"I won't. Stop worrying about me girls," Kikyo says as her phone buzzes. "Looks like my Uber's here. Don't wait up for me guys."
The girls watch their friend of over seven years walk out the kitchen. Sango shakes her head and sighs. "Hopefully this guy knocks some sense into her."
"Agreed," Ayame says as Sango dips her finger into the cake batter. Her face twist up and she glares at the smaller woman next to her.
"Rin!"
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With Kagome and Inuyasha
"It's so beautiful out here! We need to take Kazushi to the beach more often," Kagome says as she walks onto the sand on her bare feet.
Inuyasha stands by the car as he watches his wife marvel at the sight in front of her. He shakes his head but grins at her. He takes his tie, socks, and shoes off before following after her. He walks to where she is at, which is at the edge of the water.
She smile as the ocean laps at her feet. Kagome looks up at her husband who takes a seat behind her. She sighs as she leans her back into his chest; he wraps his arms around her waist.
"I miss it here."
"Huh?"
"Japan. I miss it," Kagome tells him. "When I was younger, my parents would take me and my brothers here and we would play at the beach for what felt like centuries."
Inuyasha stares down at the sad woman in front of her. "But then they got busy and I kinda fought what having a family felt like. Well until I meet you and you gave me Kazushi and these puppies."
Inuyasha smiles at her comment but continues to listen to what she has to say. "But as we spent time with your family, I felt jealous because you always had them to support you. There were always there for you."
"And at times, it felt like you had no one," Inuyasha states as he looks at the ocean.
"Yeah," Kagome agrees. "But that's going to change real soon."
"How so?" Inuyasha asks with a raised brow.
"Well last night, when I was talking to mom and dad, they said that they're retiring, well next year."
"Are you serious?"
"Hmm," Kagome states with a nod. "Sota and Naraku will probably still work for the government but not so close."
"Sounds like your family is coming back together."
"We are."
"And I couldn't be more happier for you," Inuyasha says as he gives her a kiss on the temple. Kagome lets out another happy sigh as she cuddles into his chest.
"After the twins are born, I want another baby," Kagome states as she looks up at him.
"What?! Geesh Kags! At least wait until these kids get out of ya first!" Inuyasha exclaims with wide eyes. His wife giggles as she looks towards the ocean.
"I'm just speaking what's on my mind."
"Well you need to shut up."
"Hey!"
"Keh," Inuyasha mumbles as he stares down at the top of her head. "Another baby?"
"I'm not saying to knock me up right away. I'm just saying what I want."
"Are you sure you can handle four boys?" Inuyasha teases.
"Are you sure you can handle three girls and Kazushi?" Kagome counters back.
"I'm ready for anything babe."
"Yeah?" Kagome mumbles as she looks up at him.
"Yeah," Inuyasha mumbles as he bends down and seals their lips. She grins against his lips before pulling away. Inuyasha frowns as he stares down at her.
"We should go home," Kagome mumbles with a heated look in her eyes. Inuyasha watches her lick her lips before bitting down on her bottom lip. Kagome squeals as Inuyasha rolls her over and and hovers over her. The water now laps at their calves.
"We never had sex on the beach," Inuyasha mumbles as he bends down and nips at her bottom lip.
"I'm open to try new things," Kagome whispers as his hands travel up her dress. She shivers as his heated fingers grace her stomach.
"Me too."
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Later that Week
With Kagome and Ayame
"We're at the church right now," Kagome says as she watch Kazushi play with toy airplane. Her, Ayame, and Kazushi are in a limo in front of the church. Today is the day that Inu No Taisho and Izayoi are going to renew their vows.
The girls are dressed in floor length red silk dresses with white pearls and heels. Kazushi however is the only one not dressed.
"Okay, love you too. Bye," Kagome says before ending the call and putting the phone in her purse.
"Inuyasha said Kikyo, Rin, and Sango would be here later," Kagome tells them before opening the door.
With Kazushi's hand grasped in her's, they walk into the church.
"Izayoi, where are you?" Kagome shouts.
"Grandma!"
"I'm here!"
"I'll be upstairs, setting up," Ayame tells Kagome. Kagome watches Ayame walk up the stairs to one of the rooms upstairs.
She walks towards closed doors and opens them. She walks into the decorated chapel and sees Izayoi standing in the middle looking at the church in awe.
"Kag-ome," Izayoi whispers as she looks at the red and white decorations. "It's perfect."
"Really?" Kagome asks with a slight blush.
"Yes, everything looks beautiful," Izayoi states as she looks around church for the hundredth time that day. "It reminds me of when Toga and I first got married."
"I tried to do the decorations based on that," Kagome tells her. With the help of Inuyasha, Kazushi, and a few workers, they were able to finish decorating the church early that morning.
"Kagome, thank you," Izayoi states before pulling her daughter-in-law into a hug.
"Aww, you're welcome Izzy. That's what family is for," Kagome says hugging her back.
"And I'm glad I have you as part of my life."
"Mama."
"Hmm?" Kagome asks as she pulls away from Izayoi.
"Plane," Kazushi states as he drags her towards the entrance of the church.
"He must have forgotten his toy, I'll be back," Kagome says as she follows her son. After going back to the limo to get Kazushi's toy, Kagome and Kazushi walk back into the church. "Go find Ayame okay?"
Her son nods before dashing up the stairs. Kagome sighs before placing a hand on her semi bloated stomach. She looked like she was four months pregnant. "You just keep growing and growing don't ya?"
"Excuse me!"
"Ehhh!" Kagome screams before turning around to see a tall man with braided hair standing behind her. He is dressed in a tan jumpsuit.
"Sorry to scare you ma'am. I'm here with the flower crew."
"Oh. I thought we got all the flowers. Oh well, just put the remaining flowers by the alter," Kagome tells him. She leans forward a little to read the name on his name tag; his name is Bankotsu.
She continues to survey him and notice that he shared a few similar traits to her brother's significant other, Jakotsu. They had the same color hair, jawline, and other facial features. Besides the similar traits, Kagome could have sworn she say him before; maybe on the street or a picture. She didn't know and couldn't place why this man looked so familiar.
"Mama!"
"Will do ma'am."
Kagome nods as she walks towards the stairs. She stops however and turns towards the delivery man. "You look very familiar. Have we meet before?"
"Can't believe we've ever met," Bankotsu states with a small smile.
"Well it was nice meeting you."
Bankotsu nods and smirks as he watches Kagome walk up the stairs. "Nice to meet you indeed."
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Ten Minutes Later
With Kagome and Ayame
"Izayoi is back at the house, getting ready," Ayame states as she sets her phone on the table in the corner of the room. They were in one of the room in the big church. Kagome is getting Kazushi dressed while everyone else will be coming later. This room will be the place where the girls finish the last touches to their make up and wait for the ceremony to start.
"Sounds good," Kagome responds with a nod. She helps Kazushi get his pants on before setting him down in a chair and brushing his wild hair. 'He's just like his father. Always getting his hair dirty and tangled."
Kagome looks up as a sad look forms on Ayame's face as she walks towards the couch next to them. "What's wrong?"
"It's Koga. I heard him earlier talking about bringing a woman to the ceremony." Kagome nods as she listens to her new friend. "I shouldn't feel like this. But I miss him so much, I'm still in love with him.
"Why did you and Koga break up?" Kagome asks as she brushes Kazushi's hair into a ponytail.
"I wanted a commitment and he didn't," Ayame says with a sigh. "He wanted to explore the world and I wanted to settle down and start a family. Every since I was little, I've wanted a family."
"But Ayame, you two are young."
"But you and Inuyasha are married, have a son, and more on the way," Ayame counterattacks.
Kagome sighs before looking down at her son who's sucking on a sucker. "Saying that I wish I had Kazushi later on in life, I would be lying. He's my life. So are these babies."
Ayame nods as she stares at Kagome. "But my life, Inuyasha and I's life isn't for everyone." Ayame sighs as she looks down in her lap.
"But, I think Koga will come back to you once he gets out of his bad boy state."
"You think so?" Ayame asks hopefully as she stares at her new best friend.
"Positive. I see the way he looks at you. There's something there that neither of you can deny."
Ayame smiles and nods as she stares at the duo in front of her.
Buzzzzz!
Kagome grabs her phone off the table stand and reads the text message. "Idiot."
"What?" Ayame asks.
"Inuyasha can't find Kazushi's inhaler."
"Where was it the last time ya'll saw it?"
"I'm not sure. Inuyasha let Kazushi play with it this morning. Kazushi, do you know where your inhaler is?" Kagome asks as she looks down at her son. Kazushi stares up at her and shakes his head.
"Great," Kagome mumbles as she responds to her husband's text message.
"Chill, Kagome. I can take Kazushi and we can go back to Izzy' s house and find it."
"Really? Thanks Ayame," Kagome states with a smile. Ayame nods as she helps Kazushi out the chair.
"Don't get dirty, Kazushi. And be good for Aunt Ayame," Kagome says as Ayame and Kazushi walk out the room.
"We'll be back soon."
"Bye mama!"
Kagome smiles as she watches them leave. She turns around and walks towards the window, however, she walks towards the corner of the room and picks up Ayame's phone off the table.
"Ay-" Kagome starts to say but someone hits her on the back of the head.
"Nightie Night Kagame."
Renkotsu grins as he looks down at the unconscious Kagome. He pulls out his box of cigarettes and a lighter. As Renkotsu puts the lit cigarette towards his lips, his phone rings.
"Yes?" He answers before putting the cigarette to his lips and letting out a puff of smoke.
"Is it done?" Bankotsu asks.
"Yeah. Why can't I just take her right now?" Renkotsu asks as he walks towards the window and looks out. "Shit."
"What?" Bankotsu asks as he leans against the wall.
"Her little brat and friend are coming back to the church."
"Shit." Bankotsu curses.
Renkotsu thinks for a minute before stepping back. "Get away from the church."
"Wh-?"
"Just do it," Renkotsu states before ending the call. He puts his phone in his pocket before flicking his cigarette onto the ground. He pulls out his lighter and sets the curtains on fire.
He make sure the fire spreads before rushing out to set other things on fire. He chuckles as he rushes down the stairs.
"Fire makes everything better."
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Ten Minutes Later
With Inuyasha
"You look beautiful, mom."
"Thank you dear," Izayoi says as she kisses Inuyasha on the cheek.
Inuyasha smiles down at her as he sits on her bed.
"Sango, Rin, and Kikyo just left to go to the church," Sesshomaru states as he walks into his parents' bedroom.
"Where's your father?"
"He went to talk with Totosai."
"That old fool is still a live?" Inuyasha asks with a raised brow.
"Yes. Him and father have tea every Wednesday morning too."
Inuyasha shakes his head as he thinks about the bug eyed man. He looks towards his mother and smiles. She's dressed in a heart shaped sparkly, white gown that is floor length. The dress has thin straps that fall down her shoulders. Her hair is in bun with a veil attached around the bun. The girls will help her with her make up once she reaches the church.
"Inuyasha!"
"Huh?"
"Your phone," Sesshomaru states as he sits next to his brother.
"Oh," Inuyasha mumbles as he takes his phone out his pocket. He looks at the caller id to see it was Sango. 'I wonder what she wants.'
"I'm so glad that I have you boys in my life," Izayoi states as she stands in front of her sons. "I have one son that is hopefully going to get married soon and another one who gave me grandkids. What else could I want for?"
Sesshomaru shakes his head but smiles at the woman in front of him. Izayoi was the only mother he formed a bond with. His mother, the late Inukimi Tame, had died from heart disease when he was three. He was too young to grasp the concept that his mother wasn't coming back. Sesshomaru, at first, despised Izayoi when her and his father started dating, however, after getting to know her more, Sesshomaru started to warm up to the kind woman.
"What?!"
Sesshomaru and Izayoi jump as they look at the frantic hanyo.
"Inuyasha, dear, what's wrong?" Izayoi asks as she takes a step towards him. But before they could blink, Inuyasha had dropped his phone and ran out the room.
"Hello? Inuyasha?"
"Hello?" Sesshomaru answers as he picks up his brother's phone.
"Sesshomaru, it's Sango. You guys have to get to the church quick."
"Why?" Sesshomaru asks as he puts the phone on speaker. "What's wrong?"
"The church, it's on fire."
"What! Is anyone hurt? Are you guys okay?" Izayoi asks.
"We're fine. We just got here. But Kagome, Ayame, and Kazushi were inside. I believe they're the only ones. We-"
"We're on our way."
Sesshomaru ends the phone call and grabs his mother and dashes out the room.
"I do hope everyone is okay," Izayoi worriedly whispers as small tears form in her eyes. Sesshomaru nods as he flies down the stairs. 'Same, mother. Same.'
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At the Church
"Uh! My head," Kagome moans as she sits up and grabs her aching head. "What happen?"
She gasps as she looks around the room to see that it's completely engulfed in flames.
"I have to get out of here," she says as she rips the bottom part of her dress and and places it around her mouth and nose.
She squints her eyes and tries to find the door. She grabs the door knob but yanks her hand back and hisses as she burns her hands.
"Hello? Is there anyone out there!"
When she doesn't get a responds, she starts kicking the door. She kicks until the fragile wood breaks. She quickly steps through the door and makes a dash down the hallway. When she makes it to the end of the hallway, she panics a little; she doesn't know which to go.
"Inu (cough) Inuyas (cough) ha," Kagome coughs as she tries to look through the smoke. She trips over a piece of wood, causing her to fall to the ground. She lays on her side as smoke fills her lungs and blinds her vision.
"My babies," she whispers as tears form in her eyes. She coughs some more as she tries to stand up but her ankle was stuck in between two blocks of wood.
"Hel (cough)p!" Kagome tries to shouts while attempting to get her ankle out from between the blocks of wood. "Someone please!" She whispers as more smoke fills her lungs. "Please."
She lays her head on the ground as she begins to lose consciousness. "Inuyasha."
Her eyes begin to close as a male figure runs towards her. "Kagome!"
Bankotsu skids to a stop next to Kagome and bends down. "I gotcha."
He pulls her ankle out of the two pieces of wood, before picking her.
"I gotcha," he whispers with a smirk before turning around and walking in the opposite direction.
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With Inuyasha
"Where's Kagome?!" Inuyasha shouts as he tries to push passed the group of cops.
"Sir, we're going to need you to-"
"Bullshit! My wife is in there!" Inuyasha shouts as he shoves passed them.
"Inuyasha!"
Inuyasha turns around to see Sango, Kikyo, and Rin running towards him. He meets them half way and immediately starts asking questions.
"What happen?"
"The church caught on fire. Ayame, Kazushi, and Kagome were inside," Kikyo states. "Kazushi and Ayame just got out. They're in the ambulance. They're fine though."
Inuyasha nods as he looks towards the back of the crowd. "And Kagome?"
The girls give each other looks of uncertainty as Sesshomaru stands behind them. Him and Izayoi had just got there. Izayoi is talking to the press, waiting for her husband's arrival.
"Sh-"
"Someone's coming out!"
Everyone looks over to see Bankotsu jogging out the building with Kagome in his arms. Their faces are covered in dust and Bankotsu has a big gash over his right temple. The paramedics quickly rush towards the two and separate them. Bankotsu is rushed to one ambulance while Kagome is rushed towards another one.
"Is she okay?" Inuyasha asks a female paramedics.
"We're not sure yet sir."
"She's pregnant, with twins," Inuyasha states.
"We have to take her now. She's suffered second degree burns on her face, arms, and chest. She' has inhaled a lot of smoked too."
"Can I go with her?" Inuyasha asks.
"Quickly!"
Inuyasha turns around to face his brother. Sesshomaru nods causing Inuyasha to nod and get into the ambulance.
"Where's Kazushi?" Sesshomaru asks Rin; Kikyo is already making her way to Bankotsu.
"He's in the truck over there. Him and Ayame didn't inhale a lot of smoke like Kagome and Bankotsu did, but they just wanted to check on them to make sure they're okay."
Sesshomaru nods and turns to make his way towards them when a black car stops a few feet away from the curb. Naraku and another man get out the car. Naraku spots Sesshomaru and walks towards him. Naraku and the man walk passed the press, police, firefighters, and paramedics and towards Sesshomaru.
"What happen?" Naraku asks as he stops in front of them.
"The church caught on fire," Sango tells him.
"How?" The man asks causing Sango and Sesshomaru to look at him. He looks almost identical to Korari and Kagome.
"Sorry for the late introduction, this is Sota Higurashi, Kagome and I's brother," Naraku states.
"They're not sure yet," Sango states. "We were just on our way to the hospital."
"We'll be there in a few."
The two nod before turning around and walking towards the limos to go to the hospital.
"The press are going to find out that Kagome and Inuyasha are married, they're going to dig deep into Kagome's past; they're going to find out who she really is."
"More drama, great," Naraku mumbles as he shoves his hands in his pockets. Sota smirks as he looks towards the burnt church.
"Something doesn't feel right about this."
"You think this was a set up?" Naraku asks.
"Possibly."
"Go investigate. I'm going to look around, make sure nothing looks out of place." Sota nods as they part ways.
Naraku walks towards the streets and hinds himself within the crowd. 'Only a select group of people knew Kagome was back in Japan. If Sota's suspicions are correct, then who would it be? A Russian spy? A traitor?'
Naraku shakes his head as he surveys the crowd. 'I'll find out who did this, Kags. I promise.'
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Two Hours Later
With Kagome
"Mmmm."
"I think she's waking up!"
"Mmmm," Kagome groans before fully opening her eyes. It hurt to open them at first, but Kagome wanted to see who was talking.
"Hey! How are you feeling?" Inuyasha asks as he crouches above Kagome. Korari and Makoto stand on her other side.
"Uh! What happen?" Kagome crooks out. Her head is wrapped in a white gauze. Her upper arms, thighs, and calves, are also wrapped in white gauze. Her face is shiny because of the ointment on it. However, for someone who was in a church that caught on fire, she looked fine.
"There was a fire at the church dear," Korari soothing tells her. Makoto walks towards the counter and fixes her a cup of water. After handing it to their daughter, Makoto stands by his wife's side again.
Kagome drinks the whole cup of water before handing it to Inuyasha. "I remember, but I"m a little fuzzy on what else happen."
"Everyone is fine. You were trapped inside. So were Kazushi and Ayame," Korari tells her.
"Kazushi! Where's Kazushi?" Kagome asks as she sits up, but Makoto pushes her down."Where's my baby?"
"Next door, honey. He exhaled a lot of smoke," Korari says.
Kagome nods before leaning back. "And the twins?"
"Fine," Inuyasha tells her. "They want to keep you in here for a couple of days though. Since you're early into your pregnancy, there are a lot of risk."
"I'm just so glad you're okay! You had us all scared," Korari states as she sits on the side of her daughter's bed. Inuyasha quietly walks out the room as Kagome talks to her parents.
"I'm fine mama. But I'm really worried about Ushi. I need to see him. He was probably scared," Kagome says as she tries to get out of bed again, but this time, her mom stops her.
"He's fine, honey. He's sleep and Izayoi and Toga are with him."
"Toga?" Makoto asks causing Korari to roll her eyes and focus on her daughter.
"Everything is fine, especially those little ones inside of you."
"But mama!"
"Kagome, calm down," Korari coaches as she places a hand on her shoulder. "Everyone is fine."
"They are Kagome," Makoto confirms with a nod. "Now, go to sleep and we'll update you tomorrow."
Kagome gives him a look before nodding and doing as told. A minute later, Inuyasha walks into the room with a sleeping Kazushi in his arms.
"Inuyasha," Korari whispers as she stands up.
"Did she freak out again?"
"You know it. How's my grandson?" Makoto asks as he placed a hand on Kazushi's back.
"He's fine. The doctors gave him a perfect bill of health," Inuyasha tells them before making his way towards his wife. He bends down and places Kazushi in the bed with his mother. Kagome opens her eyes and smiles as she sees Inuyasha. Her grin widens as she sees her son sleeping next to her. "My baby."
"He's fine," Inuyasha tells her as she runs her hands through Kazushi's hair. "Everyone's safe and fine. Now go back to sleep."
Kagome nods before doing as told. She turns over and places her arm over Kazushi.
"I'm going to sit with her for the night," Korari says. Inuyasha nods as Korari makes her way towards the couch in the corner.
"I have to go take care of something, but I'll be back later," Makoto says as he looks at his phone. He nods at them before leaving his daughter's hospital room.
"Where are Naraku and Sota?" Inuyasha asks Korari asks she gets comfortable.
"They're probably at the church. I informed them of the incident," Korari says as she places her head in her hand. "I was so happy to see my daughter again. I haven't seen her in nearly three years. And every time we do meet, we always fight."
"Korari-"
"Am I a bad mother, Inuyasha?" Korari asks as she looks at her son-in-law with tears in the eyes.
"Honestly?" Inuyasha asks as he scratches the back of his head as he takes a seat next to her.
"Nothing less," Korari states with a small smile.
"You and Makoto have your priorities wrong. I know, Kagome knows that you love her, but when you guys are never there for her she feels like it was all a lie. To ask if you are a bad mother, well you'll get an complex answer."
Korari nods as she looks at her sleeping daughter and grandson. "I want things to change."
"Kagome told me. You two really thinking about leave?"
"Yes. We already turned in our papers. Everyone understands, include President Abe. The only difficult part is finding someone to take our place. We've been in our positions for years. Everyone was used to us and knew we could get the job done."
Inuyasha nods in response. "Well hopefully they pick someone good. And hopefully you can be in their life. As you can notice, I'm raising two kids."
Korari giggles as she looks at Inuyasha, She places a hand on his shoulder and smiles up at him. "You're a good man, Inuyasha. I'm so glad my little girl has you in her life."
"I'm glad she let me be in her life."
Korari smiles and nods at him as he stands up.
"I'm going to get something to eat. You want anything?"
"Anything you bring back is fine."
Inuyasha nods before walking towards his son and wife. He gives them both a kiss on the head before walking out the room. He stops in front of Kagome's door to check his messages when someone calls his name.
"Hey, Yash."
Inuyasha turns around to see Kikyo and her friend, Bankotsu walking towards him.
"Hey."
"How's Kagome and Kazushi?" Kikyo asks.
"They're fine. They're resting now. How's Ayame?"
"She's good. She was already released."
Inuyasha nods before turning towards the man standing next to Kikyo. "Bankotsu, was it?"
"Uh, yes?" Bankotsu responds nervously.
"Thanks for saving my wife and unborn children."
"It was nothing really. I just happen to be at the church when the fire started," Bankotsu tells him.
"I'm just glad you're okay," Kikyo states causing Inuyasha to glance at her before examining the man in front of him. He has a bandage on the right side of his temple and had a few burn marks around his eyes, cheeks, and forehead.
"I am too. If there is anything you nee-"
"Mr. Takahashi."
Inuyasha turns around to see Kagome's doctor standing behind him. "Yes?"
"Can I speak with you for a moment."
Inuyasha nods before turning around and facing Bankotsu. "Thank you once again. Since you're a friend of Kikyo, maybe we can all go out to eat or hang out later."
"Sounds nice," Bankotsu states with a smile. Inuyasha smirks at him and nods before turning around to talk to Doctor Midoriko. They walk a few distances away, but enough distance for Bankotsu to hear as Kikyo starts a conversation with him.
"Is there a problem? Are Kagome and the babies okay?"
"Everyone is," Doctor Midoriko informs him. Inuyasha nods as he stares at the tall, black haired woman in front of him. "However, there is a problem. I have already informed the police of the incident."
"What?" Inuyasha asks with a raised brow. He is worried and confused.
"When we examined Kagome earlier, we noticed that she had a gash on the back of her head. It required a few stitches but we suspect that it'll heal perfectly."
"So what's the problem? Kagome could have gotten the gash from something falling on her," Inuyasha defends.
"That is what it looks like at first, however, before we sedated her, one of our paramedics asked her what she last remember. Kagome informed her that she felt like someone knocked her out and when she woke up, the fire had already started. She stated that after she got up, everything was fuzzy."
"So you think someone knocked her out?" Inuyasha angrily asks.
"That is my assumption. The gash on the back of her head does look like someone used a lot of force to-"
"Bankotsu!"
"Huh? Sorry, what did you say?" Bankotsu asks as he looks back at Kikyo.
"Are you okay? I can ask a doctor to check your head."
"No, I'm fine," Bankotsu states. "What did you say before?"
Kikyo gives him a look before repeating what she said. "I asked did you want me to take you home? I can cook for you before letting you get some rest."
"That sounds perfect," Bankotsu states with a grin. Kikyo blushes a little as he places an arm around her neck and guides her down the hallway. However, a frown formed on his face as he walks away from Inuyasha and the doctor. 'That idiot Renkotsu. What until I get my hands on him. He had one damn job.'
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Back at the Church
With a frown on his face, Sota paces in front of the burnt alter. He looks around the room before shaking his head. Something wasn't sitting right with him, nor did it with Naraku.
"Something isn't adding up here," Sota states as he examine the room. "Taji!"
"Yes sir?" A short brown haired man says as he rushes into the sanctuary and stands behind Sota.
"I want you to get me the police and firefighter's report from today. I want the camera footage from the front and back entrance of the church and from the buildings across the street and next to the church. I want the names of all the individuals' present at the church before, during, and after the fire."
"Sir, the head firefighter from today concluded that the fire started from an malfunction in the wiring."
"Hmm."
Taji stares at his friend before nodding. "I'll get those documents right away, sir."
"Good. Send a copy to Naraku's office as well."
"Yes sir."
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A/N
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Preview:
"I look horrible," Kagome mumbles as she runs her hands down her dark purple dress.
"I'm sure you look beautiful, Kagome," Inuyasha says from the other side of the door. Kagome shakes her head before turning her head. She raises a brow as she spots a familiar object in the trash bin. She carefully bends over and grabs the clean side of the object.
"Kagome."
"Yeah," Kagome absently says as she examine the pregnancy test. She flips the test over and her eyes widen. "Pregnant."
"Kagome! Did you hear anything I just said?! Are you okay in there?"
"I'm fine. I'll be out in a minute," Kagome responds before throwing the pregnancy test back into the garbage. She washes her hands and covers the test with the used napkins. She leans against the counter with wide eyes. She smiles as she leans off the counter and walks towards the door. 'I can't believe she's pregnant. Guess the kids will have a playmate.'
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Who's pregnant? Rin? Ayame? Sango? Kikyo? Will Izayoi and Inu No Taisho ever renew their vows? Will anyone find out who caused the fire? Will Kagome and Inuyasha stay in Japan?
Until Next Time Folks!
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