The Prom
Chapter Five
Emotions revealed and a Small Party
Kagome's eyes slowly fluttered open as she started to awake. The sun was just starting to
come over the horizon, illuminating the sky with soft colors of orange and pink. She
slowly sat up and stared at her surroundings. Shippo was lying at her feet still fast asleep
with Kiara beside him. Sango was on her left and Miroku was on her right leaned up
against a tree with his staff by his side. Looking up in the tree above her, she was sad to
see that Inu-Yasha wasn't there. Slowly she eased herself out of her sleeping bag, trying
not to wake Shippo or Kiara. Kagome stood up and started to take a walk. Tears started
to fall down her face as she remembered last night's events.
What got into me last night? With my bare hands I enchanted Kouga to that tree
without a second thought or anything! She started to walk faster, wrapping her arms
around her shoulders. Her feet started to run now, and her vision became blurry as more
tears streamed down her face. A mournful sobbed escaped her mouth at the loss of her
friend. Running into a clearing, she tripped on a vine and fell into the wet grass that still
had dew on it. She cried even harder as she lay on her stomach, her hair covering her
face, and her hands clenched into fists as she pounded the ground in frustration.
"Why? Why did I do that?" cried Kagome, her sobs becoming more hysterical. And
then it hit her like a tone of bricks. She had done that . . . to save Inu- Yasha and herself
form the wolf demon. Even though Inu-Yasha was in love with Kikyo and had no room
in his heart for her, she still saved him. Kagome cried even harder, but suddenly stopped
as she felt strong arms lift her off the ground. She looked up through her teary eyes into
Inu-Yasha's golden orbs. His face carried concern and worry. Not saying anything he
hugged Kagome, to show he was there for her. Kagome hugged him back, and buried her
face in his chest, crying again. Inu-Yasha stayed on his knees and held her tighter,
inhaling her scent deeply as her enjoyed the feel of her against him. She smelled like
flowers in the summer, but still had the scent of Kouga's blood, which was stained on her
back. Wishing she would stop crying, he began to stroke her hair to try and calm her
down.
"It's okay Kagome . . . shhhh . . . every things going to be all right," Inu-Yasha
whispered in her ear.
Kagome started to calm down and looked Inu-Yasha in the eyes. They were a little red
from her crying, but no more tears fell. She enjoyed being wrapped in Inu- Yasha's
warmth and having his arms around her. "Please . . . Inu-Yasha . . . can you just hold me?
Please . . ."
Inu-Yasha hugged her tightly as Kagome rested her face against his strong chest. The
half demon was doing his best to keep his most deepest desires back. He wanted to kiss
her so badly, and let his hands wander her body, but he held them back, for fear that
Kagome would not like that. He just stroked her hair and whispered words of comfort
in her ear. Gods Kagome! He thought, inhaling her scent again, you're driving me crazy!
I don't know how long I can hold on for! I'm not sure I can wait till your prom thing to
tell you how much I love you!
Kagome wrapped her arms around Inu-Yasha tighter. Even though he was just holding
her out of comfort, she wanted to imagine for that moment that he was holding her out
of love. She snuggled closer to him, her tears had now disappeared, but she felt a great
sadness come, and was afraid she would start crying again. Maybe he's only holding me
because I look like Kikyo! thought Kagome, as tears welled up in her eyes. He doesn't
see me as Kagome, right now he sees me as Kikyo! Kagome pulled away from Inu-
Yasha's arms and faced him as she rested on her knees. "Thanks Inu-Yasha,"
"No problem," whispered Inu-Yasha.
"Well, I'm going to the hot spring to wash all this blood off me,"
Inu-Yasha nodded his head. He watched Kagome disappear into the trees as she headed
towards the springs. As soon as she was out of sight, he headed back to the rest of the
group to wake them up, and to make sure Miroku wasn't going to spy on Kagome.
When he reached the clearing, Sango was already up and was preparing their breakfast
while the others will still asleep.
"Where's Kagome?" asked Sango.
"Wash the blood off herself," said Inu-Yasha.
"I see. Well, I'm going to join her,"
Inu-Yasha nodded and sat down beside the sleeping monk.
Sango walked through the forest and stopped when she reached the hot spring, to find
Kagome already, tears were streaming down her face. When she was undressed, she
lowered herself into the water and swam towards her friend. "Kagome . . . what's wrong?"
"It's Inu-Yasha . . . he was just holding me in the forest moments ago . . . and . . . he only
held me because I look like Kikyo!"
"Kagome you know that's not true, Inu-Yasha likes you for who you are,"
"I don't know what to think anymore," she wiped her tears and looked Sango in the eye.
"I'm just so afraid that he won't want me around anymore after the prom,"
"What's a prom?" asked Sango.
"It's a traditional thing we do in my era. Since it's my last year in High School, there's a
prom we go to . . . it's kind of like a dance,"
"I see,"
"I needed a date to bring along, and I asked Inu-Yasha since that night is a new moon,
and he'll be human,"
"Why do you think he won't want you around anymore? I mean he did say he would go,
didn't he?"
"Yes, but only because I said there would be free food there,"
"It's okay Kagome, everything will turn out alright,"
Kagome nodded, and continued to wash herself.
When the two girls returned to their camp, Shippo and Kiara were awake, but Inu-Yasha
and Miroku were gone.
"Where's Inu-Yasha?" asked Kagome.
"And Miroku?" asked Sango.
"They went for a walk," said Shippo as he munched on his breakfast.
"Which way!?" cried Sango and Kagome in unison.
Shippo pointed in the opposite direction from the spring and both girls sighed in relief.
The girls changed back into their clothes (kagome putting on another school uniform)
and started to eat their breakfast, wondering where the guys could be.
"Isn't this far enough Miroku?" asked Inu-Yasha as they walked through the forest and
away from their campsite.
"Do you want Kagome and Sango to hear us? Then keep walking!" hissed Miroku.
Inu-Yasha growled deep in his throat in frustration, but kept on walking. When Miroku
had woken up, he had seen the sad expression on Inu-Yasha's face and had decided it
was his duty to talk to him. Soon they reached another clearing and Miroku took a seat
on a log and motioned Inu-Yasha to sit down.
"So what is troubling you my friend?" asked Miroku.
"It's non of your business!" growled Inu-Yasha.
"My guess is that it has to do with Kagome,"
"Feh,"
"Are you mad at her for kissing Kouga last night? You do realize that was to distract . .
."
"I know that okay! Did you bring me all the way out here to tell me this!?"
"Not really. Inu-Yasha . . . why don't you get it over with and tell Kagome how you
feel?"
"No,"
"Why not?"
"Not yet anyway, I plan to tell her at her prom,"
"Prom?" asked Miroku.
"Kind of a tradition thingy in her era, I told her I would accompany her to it,"
"Well that's good,"
"Look Miroku, I'm not good at talking about this kind of stuff . . . but . . . " Inu-Yasha
lowered his head and stared at the ground, "I'm just so afraid that she is going to reject
me,"
"She won't reject you Inu-Yasha, I know very well she does have feelings for you,"
"It's not that easy! Three years ago I told her I had chosen Kikyo, and yet she agreed to
stay by my side! But . . ."
"But?"
"I don't think she will accept my love, I think she only asked me to this prom thing, was
so that we could spend one last time together before she returns to her world and stays
there since the jewel is now complete,"
"Just tell her how you feel that night, and see what happens. But I almost guarantee that
she will return your love for her,"
"I just don't know what to think anymore,"
"Well let's head back to our campsite," said Miroku.
Inu-Yasha nodded and followed the monk back to their camp, lost in his own thoughts.
They all walked along the path that would lead them back to Kaede's village in silence.
Kagome was staring at the now complete jewel in her hand, and was very relieved that
they had managed to collect all the missing pieces. Now I won't have to go to the feudal
era everyday, I can now visit my friends on weekends or when I have free time . . . but . . .
She looked to her left at Inu-Yasha, who was walking beside her. If he doesn't want me
around anymore, I don't know if I'll ever be able to come back here.
"Kagome?" asked Inu-Yasha.
"Yes?"
"What exactly is going to happen when we reach the village and go to your era?"
"Well there is a sort of party tonight at my friends house for all the graduates. I have to
go, but you don't have to if you don't want to,"
"What kind of party?"
"Well we'll be watching movies . . . they're kind of like plays," explained Kagome as she
saw the confused expression on Inu-Yasha's face.
"I guess I could go to that to,"
"You'll have to wear a hat though, and we'll have to get some clothes for you to wear
too,"
"What happens after that?"
"Well my mom's going to take us shopping for my dress and your tuxedo. Then you
and me can wander around the mall and go to the arcade, the bakery, all sorts of places,"
Inu-Yasha nodded, not really understanding what she was talking about. "And after
that?"
"Then I want to take you to this new resturaunt that opened up, it's really nice and has
all types of food imaginable,"
Inu-Yasha licked his lips as he imagined all types of Ramen. "What happens then?"
"Well by then it will be the prom,"
"What exactly am I supposed to do during that?"
"I'll explain more of that when that time comes closer,"
Nodding his head they continued on their way.
When they reached the village, Kagome and Inu-Yasha headed towards the well,
waving good-bye to the others.
"See you in a while!" cried Sango.
"Good bye!" called Shippo.
"Have a great time!" yelled Miroku.
When the others were out of sight, they stopped waving and headed towards the well.
Inu-Yasha was very nervous about this prom thing, what if he screwed up and
embarrassed Kagome in front of her whole school?
Kagome was about to jump into the well, but Inu-Yasha stopped her. "Climb onto my
back, that way it will be easier to climb out,"
Kagome looked shocked at first that Inu-Yasha was being so polite, but nodded and
climbed onto his back. Inu-Yasha jumped into the well and in a very short time they
were already in the future. Leaping out of the well, Inu-Yasha walked out of the old well
house and onto the shine grounds.
Kagome's mom was sweeping the shrine and smiled brightly as she saw her daughter
and Inu-Yasha approach her.
"Hi Mom!"
"Hello Kagome! Hello Inu-Yasha!"
"Hi," mumbled Inu-Yasha.
"Where is everyone?" asked Kagome as she got off Inu-Yasha's back.
"Your brother is at a friends house and your grandfather is inside taking a nap,"
"Okay, well what time is it?"
"It is . . . 4:00 p.m.," replied Mrs. Higurashi.
"Thanks mom, I'm going to get Inu-Yasha and I ready for Eri's party tonight," Kagome
said, leading Inu-Yasha towards the house.
"Okay hunny, if I don't see you tonight please don't do any drinking,"
"I won't mom!" and with that she and Inu-Yasha disappeared into the house. Kagome
lead him to her room and dropped her bag on the floor.
"What time does this party thing start?" asked Inu-Yasha as he sat on her bed.
"At seven,"
"Oh," said Inu-Yasha, not having a clue when seven was.
"Well, I'm going to have a bath now, you can just wait here, or I can get you something
to eat before I get into the tub?"
"Ramen please!"
Kagome giggled and headed downstairs to start some ramen for the hungry half-
demon.
Inu-Yasha ate his third bowl of Ramen as he waited for Kagome to finish her bath. He
gobbled to noodles down fast and licked his lips. Sighing to himself he headed back to
Kagome's room, the only place in the house he felt safest, being surrounded by her sent
brought him comfort and the ability to relax and let his guard down. He climbed the
stairs and closed her door behind him. Looking around the room, he decided to look at
everything. He first started at her desk where a 'Law- Amp" stood. It also had some
pictures on it. There was one of Sota, her mom, her grandpa, and even a group picture
with him, Sango, Miroku, Kiara, and Shippo standing in front of the old god tree. He
smiled as he remembered that day. Shaking his head from the memory he continued to
snoop through her stuff. On her nightstand was a picture of all her friends from "skool",
and there was another one of him and the others, but thins time they were standing by the
well. Inu-Yasha smiled as he picked up another picture of just him and Kagome. He was
sitting cross leg on the ground with a 'take the picture and die' look on his face, while
Kagome was smiling and rubbing his ears. He remembered it had taken all of his
strength that day to not let Kagome see how he liked his ears being rubbed. Setting the
picture back down he decided to stop snooping and just sat on her bed, staring at the
ceiling.
He looked at the strange time telling contraption on her nightstand, and could read it
was 4:45 p.m. Suddenly Kagome came through her door, wearing a towel around her
body. Both She and Inu-Yasha started blush furiously.
"You can take a bath now Inu-Yasha. Do you know how to work the taps?"
"I think I'll manage, Sota showed me one time so I think I'll be alright,"
"Okay, well off you go then,"
Kagome closed her door and started to get dressed.
Inu-Yasha itched his arm again in frustration. The human clothing he was wearing was
terrible itchy. He was wearing a cotton white T-Shirt that showed his muscles real well,
and jean shorts that reached to his knees. Also along with the usual red hat to cove his
ears, he also wore sandals and was relieved Kagome hadn't made him wear sunglasses to
cover his eyes. He sighed as he waited for Kagome to come down from getting ready.
"Hey! How do I look?"
Inu-Yasha looked up the stairs and almost gasped. Kagome looked very pretty since she
was wearing a short jean skirt and a black tank top. She too was wearing sandals and
had her hair up. I like her hair down though, she looks too much like Kikyo when she has
it up, and I don't want to think of her right now, thought Inu-Yasha.
"Um Kagome?"
"Yes?" she asked as she came down the stairs.
"Do you think you could put your hair down, I like it better that way," Inu-Yasha said,
blushing like crazy.
Kagome gave him a puzzled look, but nodded and let her hair fall onto her shoulders.
Inu-Yasha opened the door and they were on their way. They walked side by side down
the shrine stairs and into the streets.
"So how far is the party at?" asked Inu-Yasha.
"Just a couple of blocks,"
"How far?" he asked, being totally confused what 'blocks' meant in this era.
"Just a few minutes," said Kagome. It was then that she started to worry about bringing
Inu-Yasha to this party. She really did not want to go herself, but she had promised Eri
she since she missed her sleep over and the party that was last month.
Flash Back
"Come on Kagome you have to come,"
"Eri, you know I don't like parties that much,"
"Please Kagome?"
"Well I guess it couldn't hurt to go,"
"Thank you so much!" Eri cried as she hugged Kagome. "Oh and everyone is supposed
to bring their date for the prom,"
"Okay,"
"Are you going with Hojo?"
"I don't know, I'm going to ask someone first and if they say no then I will go with
Hojo,"
"Are you going to ask that two timing, jealous boy friend of yours?"
"Well I guess if you want to call him that, then yes,"
End of Flash back
"What's wrong Kagome?" asked Inu-Yasha, noticing the sad look on her face.
"Inu-Yasha I have to warn you something about this party,"
"What's that?"
"Well one it's going to be very loud and two you might not like the smells there,"
"I see,"
"So at anytime if you want to leave we can, because I don't want to stay that long ,"
"Okay, I'll let you know then,"
Kagome smiled. As they rounded a corner, Inu-Yasha could hear loud music of some
kind and kids talking. Inu-Yasha could definitely tell which house the party was at, since
all the others houses on the street had no lights on. They walked up to the front door and
knocked. No one answered. Inu-Yasha grew impatient and just pounded twice on the
door.
"Inu-Yasha! Please don't do that! You could break the door!" hissed Kagome.
"Well I had to or they won't hear us knock,"
The door finally opened and Eri appeared. She was wearing shorts like Kagome but
was wearing a more revealing top and was holding a bottle of beer. "Hey you made it! I
take it this is your two timing jealous boyfriend?"
Kagome blushed two shades of red and Inu-Yasha looked confused then ever before.
"I suppose," whispered Kagome.
"Well come on in!" said Eri leading them into the house.
They followed after Eri closing the door behind them. Many people were at the party
and it was hard to move around. Everyone was drinking and talking very loudly to one
another since the music was blaring through the speakers. Eri lead them into the living
room where they sat down on the couch.
"What can I get you guys,"
"I'll just have a ginger ale," said Kagome.
Eri nodded and looked at Inu-Yasha. He leaned over and whispered to Kagome,
"What's that drink you always bring me called?"
"Coca cola," whispered Kagome.
"I'll have Cola Coca," said Inu-Yasha.
Eri giggled, and disappeared into the crowd.
They were silent for a minute as Inu-Yasha smelled and listened to his new
surroundings. "So this is how you have fun?"
"For some people it is, but I kind of find it rather boring,"
"Hey Kagome!!!" cried a voice.
Kagome turned to her left to see Hojo, who was also holding a beer.
"Hi Hojo," said Kagome loudly over the music.
This is Hojo? Though Inu-Yasha. The boy was wearing a black T-Shirt and jean shorts,
but he looked a little stupid in Inu-Yasha's opinion.
Hojo sat down beside Kagome, causing Inu-Yasha to growl deep in his throat.
"So . . . K'gome . . . will you be my . . . date for the . . . prom?" asked Hojo.
It was obvious that Hojo was three sheets to the wind, but Kagome answered
anyway. "No Hojo, Inu-Yasha is my date," said Kagome, pointing to the person beside
her.
Hojo glanced at Inu-Yasha, smiled, and walked away.
"Strange kid," said Inu-Yasha.
"Yes, he can be,"
Eri returned a moment later with their drinks. She handed the cups to Inu-Yasha and
Kagome and then went to serve her other guests. Kagome was about to take a sip, but
Inu-Yasha stopped her.
"Wait!"
"Why?"
Inu-Yasha grabbed her drink and started to sniff it. He then smelled his and then he
started to growl. "These don't smell the same than the ones you bring us,"
"What do you mean?"
"I mean they sort of smell the same, but I also smell a little sake in them or something ,"
Kagome looked at Inu-Yasha and frowned. She had been afraid that Eri would do
something like this to try and get her drunk. "Well, just set them down and forget about
them,"
"But I'm thirsty!"
"I'll get you something when we get home,"
"Can I have your attention please everyone?" cried a voice.
Everyone quieted down and stared at Eri who was in the middle of the living room.
"We are now going to play spin the bottle,"
There was a loud cheer from everyone as they made room for the bottle to be spun.
"What's spin the bottle?" asked Inu-Yasha.
"A game where you spin the bottle, and who ever it points to, you kiss,"
Inu-Yasha gulped, "Uh, Kagome, I want to go home now,"
"Same here,"
The two got up and left the house before anyone could notice they were gone.
TBC . . .
Well that was sure a long one eh? Well tell me what you think and any suggestions that
you might have!
Chapter Five
Emotions revealed and a Small Party
Kagome's eyes slowly fluttered open as she started to awake. The sun was just starting to
come over the horizon, illuminating the sky with soft colors of orange and pink. She
slowly sat up and stared at her surroundings. Shippo was lying at her feet still fast asleep
with Kiara beside him. Sango was on her left and Miroku was on her right leaned up
against a tree with his staff by his side. Looking up in the tree above her, she was sad to
see that Inu-Yasha wasn't there. Slowly she eased herself out of her sleeping bag, trying
not to wake Shippo or Kiara. Kagome stood up and started to take a walk. Tears started
to fall down her face as she remembered last night's events.
What got into me last night? With my bare hands I enchanted Kouga to that tree
without a second thought or anything! She started to walk faster, wrapping her arms
around her shoulders. Her feet started to run now, and her vision became blurry as more
tears streamed down her face. A mournful sobbed escaped her mouth at the loss of her
friend. Running into a clearing, she tripped on a vine and fell into the wet grass that still
had dew on it. She cried even harder as she lay on her stomach, her hair covering her
face, and her hands clenched into fists as she pounded the ground in frustration.
"Why? Why did I do that?" cried Kagome, her sobs becoming more hysterical. And
then it hit her like a tone of bricks. She had done that . . . to save Inu- Yasha and herself
form the wolf demon. Even though Inu-Yasha was in love with Kikyo and had no room
in his heart for her, she still saved him. Kagome cried even harder, but suddenly stopped
as she felt strong arms lift her off the ground. She looked up through her teary eyes into
Inu-Yasha's golden orbs. His face carried concern and worry. Not saying anything he
hugged Kagome, to show he was there for her. Kagome hugged him back, and buried her
face in his chest, crying again. Inu-Yasha stayed on his knees and held her tighter,
inhaling her scent deeply as her enjoyed the feel of her against him. She smelled like
flowers in the summer, but still had the scent of Kouga's blood, which was stained on her
back. Wishing she would stop crying, he began to stroke her hair to try and calm her
down.
"It's okay Kagome . . . shhhh . . . every things going to be all right," Inu-Yasha
whispered in her ear.
Kagome started to calm down and looked Inu-Yasha in the eyes. They were a little red
from her crying, but no more tears fell. She enjoyed being wrapped in Inu- Yasha's
warmth and having his arms around her. "Please . . . Inu-Yasha . . . can you just hold me?
Please . . ."
Inu-Yasha hugged her tightly as Kagome rested her face against his strong chest. The
half demon was doing his best to keep his most deepest desires back. He wanted to kiss
her so badly, and let his hands wander her body, but he held them back, for fear that
Kagome would not like that. He just stroked her hair and whispered words of comfort
in her ear. Gods Kagome! He thought, inhaling her scent again, you're driving me crazy!
I don't know how long I can hold on for! I'm not sure I can wait till your prom thing to
tell you how much I love you!
Kagome wrapped her arms around Inu-Yasha tighter. Even though he was just holding
her out of comfort, she wanted to imagine for that moment that he was holding her out
of love. She snuggled closer to him, her tears had now disappeared, but she felt a great
sadness come, and was afraid she would start crying again. Maybe he's only holding me
because I look like Kikyo! thought Kagome, as tears welled up in her eyes. He doesn't
see me as Kagome, right now he sees me as Kikyo! Kagome pulled away from Inu-
Yasha's arms and faced him as she rested on her knees. "Thanks Inu-Yasha,"
"No problem," whispered Inu-Yasha.
"Well, I'm going to the hot spring to wash all this blood off me,"
Inu-Yasha nodded his head. He watched Kagome disappear into the trees as she headed
towards the springs. As soon as she was out of sight, he headed back to the rest of the
group to wake them up, and to make sure Miroku wasn't going to spy on Kagome.
When he reached the clearing, Sango was already up and was preparing their breakfast
while the others will still asleep.
"Where's Kagome?" asked Sango.
"Wash the blood off herself," said Inu-Yasha.
"I see. Well, I'm going to join her,"
Inu-Yasha nodded and sat down beside the sleeping monk.
Sango walked through the forest and stopped when she reached the hot spring, to find
Kagome already, tears were streaming down her face. When she was undressed, she
lowered herself into the water and swam towards her friend. "Kagome . . . what's wrong?"
"It's Inu-Yasha . . . he was just holding me in the forest moments ago . . . and . . . he only
held me because I look like Kikyo!"
"Kagome you know that's not true, Inu-Yasha likes you for who you are,"
"I don't know what to think anymore," she wiped her tears and looked Sango in the eye.
"I'm just so afraid that he won't want me around anymore after the prom,"
"What's a prom?" asked Sango.
"It's a traditional thing we do in my era. Since it's my last year in High School, there's a
prom we go to . . . it's kind of like a dance,"
"I see,"
"I needed a date to bring along, and I asked Inu-Yasha since that night is a new moon,
and he'll be human,"
"Why do you think he won't want you around anymore? I mean he did say he would go,
didn't he?"
"Yes, but only because I said there would be free food there,"
"It's okay Kagome, everything will turn out alright,"
Kagome nodded, and continued to wash herself.
When the two girls returned to their camp, Shippo and Kiara were awake, but Inu-Yasha
and Miroku were gone.
"Where's Inu-Yasha?" asked Kagome.
"And Miroku?" asked Sango.
"They went for a walk," said Shippo as he munched on his breakfast.
"Which way!?" cried Sango and Kagome in unison.
Shippo pointed in the opposite direction from the spring and both girls sighed in relief.
The girls changed back into their clothes (kagome putting on another school uniform)
and started to eat their breakfast, wondering where the guys could be.
"Isn't this far enough Miroku?" asked Inu-Yasha as they walked through the forest and
away from their campsite.
"Do you want Kagome and Sango to hear us? Then keep walking!" hissed Miroku.
Inu-Yasha growled deep in his throat in frustration, but kept on walking. When Miroku
had woken up, he had seen the sad expression on Inu-Yasha's face and had decided it
was his duty to talk to him. Soon they reached another clearing and Miroku took a seat
on a log and motioned Inu-Yasha to sit down.
"So what is troubling you my friend?" asked Miroku.
"It's non of your business!" growled Inu-Yasha.
"My guess is that it has to do with Kagome,"
"Feh,"
"Are you mad at her for kissing Kouga last night? You do realize that was to distract . .
."
"I know that okay! Did you bring me all the way out here to tell me this!?"
"Not really. Inu-Yasha . . . why don't you get it over with and tell Kagome how you
feel?"
"No,"
"Why not?"
"Not yet anyway, I plan to tell her at her prom,"
"Prom?" asked Miroku.
"Kind of a tradition thingy in her era, I told her I would accompany her to it,"
"Well that's good,"
"Look Miroku, I'm not good at talking about this kind of stuff . . . but . . . " Inu-Yasha
lowered his head and stared at the ground, "I'm just so afraid that she is going to reject
me,"
"She won't reject you Inu-Yasha, I know very well she does have feelings for you,"
"It's not that easy! Three years ago I told her I had chosen Kikyo, and yet she agreed to
stay by my side! But . . ."
"But?"
"I don't think she will accept my love, I think she only asked me to this prom thing, was
so that we could spend one last time together before she returns to her world and stays
there since the jewel is now complete,"
"Just tell her how you feel that night, and see what happens. But I almost guarantee that
she will return your love for her,"
"I just don't know what to think anymore,"
"Well let's head back to our campsite," said Miroku.
Inu-Yasha nodded and followed the monk back to their camp, lost in his own thoughts.
They all walked along the path that would lead them back to Kaede's village in silence.
Kagome was staring at the now complete jewel in her hand, and was very relieved that
they had managed to collect all the missing pieces. Now I won't have to go to the feudal
era everyday, I can now visit my friends on weekends or when I have free time . . . but . . .
She looked to her left at Inu-Yasha, who was walking beside her. If he doesn't want me
around anymore, I don't know if I'll ever be able to come back here.
"Kagome?" asked Inu-Yasha.
"Yes?"
"What exactly is going to happen when we reach the village and go to your era?"
"Well there is a sort of party tonight at my friends house for all the graduates. I have to
go, but you don't have to if you don't want to,"
"What kind of party?"
"Well we'll be watching movies . . . they're kind of like plays," explained Kagome as she
saw the confused expression on Inu-Yasha's face.
"I guess I could go to that to,"
"You'll have to wear a hat though, and we'll have to get some clothes for you to wear
too,"
"What happens after that?"
"Well my mom's going to take us shopping for my dress and your tuxedo. Then you
and me can wander around the mall and go to the arcade, the bakery, all sorts of places,"
Inu-Yasha nodded, not really understanding what she was talking about. "And after
that?"
"Then I want to take you to this new resturaunt that opened up, it's really nice and has
all types of food imaginable,"
Inu-Yasha licked his lips as he imagined all types of Ramen. "What happens then?"
"Well by then it will be the prom,"
"What exactly am I supposed to do during that?"
"I'll explain more of that when that time comes closer,"
Nodding his head they continued on their way.
When they reached the village, Kagome and Inu-Yasha headed towards the well,
waving good-bye to the others.
"See you in a while!" cried Sango.
"Good bye!" called Shippo.
"Have a great time!" yelled Miroku.
When the others were out of sight, they stopped waving and headed towards the well.
Inu-Yasha was very nervous about this prom thing, what if he screwed up and
embarrassed Kagome in front of her whole school?
Kagome was about to jump into the well, but Inu-Yasha stopped her. "Climb onto my
back, that way it will be easier to climb out,"
Kagome looked shocked at first that Inu-Yasha was being so polite, but nodded and
climbed onto his back. Inu-Yasha jumped into the well and in a very short time they
were already in the future. Leaping out of the well, Inu-Yasha walked out of the old well
house and onto the shine grounds.
Kagome's mom was sweeping the shrine and smiled brightly as she saw her daughter
and Inu-Yasha approach her.
"Hi Mom!"
"Hello Kagome! Hello Inu-Yasha!"
"Hi," mumbled Inu-Yasha.
"Where is everyone?" asked Kagome as she got off Inu-Yasha's back.
"Your brother is at a friends house and your grandfather is inside taking a nap,"
"Okay, well what time is it?"
"It is . . . 4:00 p.m.," replied Mrs. Higurashi.
"Thanks mom, I'm going to get Inu-Yasha and I ready for Eri's party tonight," Kagome
said, leading Inu-Yasha towards the house.
"Okay hunny, if I don't see you tonight please don't do any drinking,"
"I won't mom!" and with that she and Inu-Yasha disappeared into the house. Kagome
lead him to her room and dropped her bag on the floor.
"What time does this party thing start?" asked Inu-Yasha as he sat on her bed.
"At seven,"
"Oh," said Inu-Yasha, not having a clue when seven was.
"Well, I'm going to have a bath now, you can just wait here, or I can get you something
to eat before I get into the tub?"
"Ramen please!"
Kagome giggled and headed downstairs to start some ramen for the hungry half-
demon.
Inu-Yasha ate his third bowl of Ramen as he waited for Kagome to finish her bath. He
gobbled to noodles down fast and licked his lips. Sighing to himself he headed back to
Kagome's room, the only place in the house he felt safest, being surrounded by her sent
brought him comfort and the ability to relax and let his guard down. He climbed the
stairs and closed her door behind him. Looking around the room, he decided to look at
everything. He first started at her desk where a 'Law- Amp" stood. It also had some
pictures on it. There was one of Sota, her mom, her grandpa, and even a group picture
with him, Sango, Miroku, Kiara, and Shippo standing in front of the old god tree. He
smiled as he remembered that day. Shaking his head from the memory he continued to
snoop through her stuff. On her nightstand was a picture of all her friends from "skool",
and there was another one of him and the others, but thins time they were standing by the
well. Inu-Yasha smiled as he picked up another picture of just him and Kagome. He was
sitting cross leg on the ground with a 'take the picture and die' look on his face, while
Kagome was smiling and rubbing his ears. He remembered it had taken all of his
strength that day to not let Kagome see how he liked his ears being rubbed. Setting the
picture back down he decided to stop snooping and just sat on her bed, staring at the
ceiling.
He looked at the strange time telling contraption on her nightstand, and could read it
was 4:45 p.m. Suddenly Kagome came through her door, wearing a towel around her
body. Both She and Inu-Yasha started blush furiously.
"You can take a bath now Inu-Yasha. Do you know how to work the taps?"
"I think I'll manage, Sota showed me one time so I think I'll be alright,"
"Okay, well off you go then,"
Kagome closed her door and started to get dressed.
Inu-Yasha itched his arm again in frustration. The human clothing he was wearing was
terrible itchy. He was wearing a cotton white T-Shirt that showed his muscles real well,
and jean shorts that reached to his knees. Also along with the usual red hat to cove his
ears, he also wore sandals and was relieved Kagome hadn't made him wear sunglasses to
cover his eyes. He sighed as he waited for Kagome to come down from getting ready.
"Hey! How do I look?"
Inu-Yasha looked up the stairs and almost gasped. Kagome looked very pretty since she
was wearing a short jean skirt and a black tank top. She too was wearing sandals and
had her hair up. I like her hair down though, she looks too much like Kikyo when she has
it up, and I don't want to think of her right now, thought Inu-Yasha.
"Um Kagome?"
"Yes?" she asked as she came down the stairs.
"Do you think you could put your hair down, I like it better that way," Inu-Yasha said,
blushing like crazy.
Kagome gave him a puzzled look, but nodded and let her hair fall onto her shoulders.
Inu-Yasha opened the door and they were on their way. They walked side by side down
the shrine stairs and into the streets.
"So how far is the party at?" asked Inu-Yasha.
"Just a couple of blocks,"
"How far?" he asked, being totally confused what 'blocks' meant in this era.
"Just a few minutes," said Kagome. It was then that she started to worry about bringing
Inu-Yasha to this party. She really did not want to go herself, but she had promised Eri
she since she missed her sleep over and the party that was last month.
Flash Back
"Come on Kagome you have to come,"
"Eri, you know I don't like parties that much,"
"Please Kagome?"
"Well I guess it couldn't hurt to go,"
"Thank you so much!" Eri cried as she hugged Kagome. "Oh and everyone is supposed
to bring their date for the prom,"
"Okay,"
"Are you going with Hojo?"
"I don't know, I'm going to ask someone first and if they say no then I will go with
Hojo,"
"Are you going to ask that two timing, jealous boy friend of yours?"
"Well I guess if you want to call him that, then yes,"
End of Flash back
"What's wrong Kagome?" asked Inu-Yasha, noticing the sad look on her face.
"Inu-Yasha I have to warn you something about this party,"
"What's that?"
"Well one it's going to be very loud and two you might not like the smells there,"
"I see,"
"So at anytime if you want to leave we can, because I don't want to stay that long ,"
"Okay, I'll let you know then,"
Kagome smiled. As they rounded a corner, Inu-Yasha could hear loud music of some
kind and kids talking. Inu-Yasha could definitely tell which house the party was at, since
all the others houses on the street had no lights on. They walked up to the front door and
knocked. No one answered. Inu-Yasha grew impatient and just pounded twice on the
door.
"Inu-Yasha! Please don't do that! You could break the door!" hissed Kagome.
"Well I had to or they won't hear us knock,"
The door finally opened and Eri appeared. She was wearing shorts like Kagome but
was wearing a more revealing top and was holding a bottle of beer. "Hey you made it! I
take it this is your two timing jealous boyfriend?"
Kagome blushed two shades of red and Inu-Yasha looked confused then ever before.
"I suppose," whispered Kagome.
"Well come on in!" said Eri leading them into the house.
They followed after Eri closing the door behind them. Many people were at the party
and it was hard to move around. Everyone was drinking and talking very loudly to one
another since the music was blaring through the speakers. Eri lead them into the living
room where they sat down on the couch.
"What can I get you guys,"
"I'll just have a ginger ale," said Kagome.
Eri nodded and looked at Inu-Yasha. He leaned over and whispered to Kagome,
"What's that drink you always bring me called?"
"Coca cola," whispered Kagome.
"I'll have Cola Coca," said Inu-Yasha.
Eri giggled, and disappeared into the crowd.
They were silent for a minute as Inu-Yasha smelled and listened to his new
surroundings. "So this is how you have fun?"
"For some people it is, but I kind of find it rather boring,"
"Hey Kagome!!!" cried a voice.
Kagome turned to her left to see Hojo, who was also holding a beer.
"Hi Hojo," said Kagome loudly over the music.
This is Hojo? Though Inu-Yasha. The boy was wearing a black T-Shirt and jean shorts,
but he looked a little stupid in Inu-Yasha's opinion.
Hojo sat down beside Kagome, causing Inu-Yasha to growl deep in his throat.
"So . . . K'gome . . . will you be my . . . date for the . . . prom?" asked Hojo.
It was obvious that Hojo was three sheets to the wind, but Kagome answered
anyway. "No Hojo, Inu-Yasha is my date," said Kagome, pointing to the person beside
her.
Hojo glanced at Inu-Yasha, smiled, and walked away.
"Strange kid," said Inu-Yasha.
"Yes, he can be,"
Eri returned a moment later with their drinks. She handed the cups to Inu-Yasha and
Kagome and then went to serve her other guests. Kagome was about to take a sip, but
Inu-Yasha stopped her.
"Wait!"
"Why?"
Inu-Yasha grabbed her drink and started to sniff it. He then smelled his and then he
started to growl. "These don't smell the same than the ones you bring us,"
"What do you mean?"
"I mean they sort of smell the same, but I also smell a little sake in them or something ,"
Kagome looked at Inu-Yasha and frowned. She had been afraid that Eri would do
something like this to try and get her drunk. "Well, just set them down and forget about
them,"
"But I'm thirsty!"
"I'll get you something when we get home,"
"Can I have your attention please everyone?" cried a voice.
Everyone quieted down and stared at Eri who was in the middle of the living room.
"We are now going to play spin the bottle,"
There was a loud cheer from everyone as they made room for the bottle to be spun.
"What's spin the bottle?" asked Inu-Yasha.
"A game where you spin the bottle, and who ever it points to, you kiss,"
Inu-Yasha gulped, "Uh, Kagome, I want to go home now,"
"Same here,"
The two got up and left the house before anyone could notice they were gone.
TBC . . .
Well that was sure a long one eh? Well tell me what you think and any suggestions that
you might have!