Disclaimer: I do not own Gundam Wing, that right belongs to Katsuyuki Sumizawa; nor do I own InuYasha, that right belongs to the talented Rumiko Takahashi.


A smile on her face as Kagome set up everything she would need. It was a special day, and it had to be perfect, just like this morning had been. Waking up to her boyfriend of three years. Snuggling and kisses with dark promises of what would await the other later tonight.

Even the thought had her feeling heat pool in the pit of her stomach. So, with a sigh, Kagome walked herself to the entrance of the little apartment. She was slipping her shoes on while grabbing her purse and cloth shopping bag. There were still a few hours left before Inuyasha would be home. And she wanted only the best for him, which means fresh ingredients from the corner market.

The trip to the outdoor market was short since it was only two blocks over. A thing Kagome was thankful for. Her apartment was very conveniently located. Near the market, mall, bus station, and work. So, if she wanted, she could either ride her bike or walk to where she worked.

At the site of the vegetable stand, Kagome waved hello to its proprietor, an elderly lady who loved to gossip. A small price for the farm-fresh veggies. When she got a toothy grin, Kagome began inspecting the daikon radishes, carrots, and celery that InuYasha loved in his homemade beef ramen. A dish Kagome had spent a year perfecting it to his taste.

"Oh, are you preparing a feast for your man, again?" the woman asked.

Giving a small soft hum in response, Kagome lifted a small bushel of carrots. Inspecting them with a critical eye before putting them back.

"A special occasion then. He must know how lucky he is to have a sweet girl like you," the woman sighed. "Maybe he'll pop the question tonight, then?"

Kagome paused in lifting another bushel of carrots. Her face felt hot as she thought about it. Three years of being together had her hopping. Since late, Inuyasha had been a bit more secretive than usual. And she'd smartly kept her mouth shut. She did not want to irritate him with questions.

"Oh, that blush tells me everything, Kagome," The woman chuckled at her expense.

Turning her head to look at the woman, Kagome went still. A flash of white and red catching her attention. Putting the bushel of carrots down, she moved through the stands, keeping from view. Until that flash of color turned into who she'd thought it was. There he was sitting at a small table outside of a romantic little cafe. Said cafe he never wanted to take her too.

"Oh, guess it's that time already," the woman said as she came up beside Kagome.

Not looking way, Kagome asked, "What do you mean?"

A gentle laugh came from the old woman, as a tall, black-haired woman, who looked oddly familiar, appeared by InuYasha — watching as he stood and embraced her — planting a very passionate kiss on the woman's lips. Which was returned in full?

"They meet at this time every Saturday. A pair of young lovebirds, they are," The woman said, explaining.

She was swallowing as her throat felt incredibly tight and dry. Kagome felt her bottom lip tremble. Pain blossomed where her head was supposed to be. Making an odd guttural sound in the back of her throat, Kagome turned, ignoring the old woman's questions and walked away. Numbness setting in as she kept herself from running and drawing attention to herself. Not wanting to go home, Kagome decided it would be best to wander for a while, attempting to get her thoughts in some semblance of order before she confronted her boyfriend, no ex-boyfriend.

TBC!