Disclaimer: I like putting these things on every chapter I suppose. But
I'm on a roll so there. No, I don't own any of the characters portrayed in
Inu Yasha and so on and so forth. I did write this fic but I have not made
nor shall I make money off of it. Gunna keep this on a PG level for the
time being. Mostly because Inu Yasha has such a potty mouth.
A/N: I'm not sure how FF.net works...but sometimes, it doesn't like spaces in paragraphs or dialog lines or italic style font. I typed them there initially but if they don't show up, use your imagination. :p
Moonless By: Kyron
Kagome paced in her room. Tonight was the new moon. She had promised to go back to the feudal era to see Inu Yasha but she still had so much work to do! But the last things he said to her.they kept coming back into her mind. He didn't want to lose her. Her. Kagome. Not the shards. Not Kikyo. Every time she thought about it, her heart seemed to speed up and she'd seem to drift off into space, leaving the outside world to the outside. Her friends noticed her dreamy looks of course and had massive amounts of fun with it. They pried constantly, wanting to know who it was making her space out so much. Their prime choice was Hojo of course. It was always Hojo this and Hojo that. Sure he was a nice boy but.
The miko nearly cursed when the pain from her foot caused her to return to reality. Not paying attention again Kagome.I'll be glad if I didn't break a toe that time. Kagome inspected her foot from where it had collided with her desk She sighed, releasing her foot and eyeing the small jar of Shikon no Tama shards on the shelf. There were still so many left to collect. But once they were all there, Inu Yasha could have it. She had no real need for it after all and if he wanted to use it to become full demon. Her breath caught in her throat. Inu Yasha a full demon? She'd seen him like that only once.before they managed to get the Tetseiga. Why he wanted to become like that all the time was beyond her. She liked him the way he was. Sure, he was stubborn, and he could be an ass sometimes.okay.a lot of the time. But he was kind at heart. He'd never admit it but he didn't have to. She could see it. And the way he had acted last time they were at the well proved it beyond the shadow of a doubt. He cared. And he didn't know how to deal with it.
That settled it. She was going back. She HAD to go back. Even if only for a few hours. Inu Yasha would be human tonight, a time when he was at his weakest. Of course, he was stronger than any human she knew and could definitely take care of himself in a fight, but he was no real match for any full blooded demons that might be lurking around. Like a certain brother. Kagome sighed, glancing at her clock. Her eyes widened as she saw the numbers displayed on it's face. 6:45?? Oh shit.I'm gunna be late. It'll be after dark by the time I get there. She looked out her window, the sinking sun casting lights of reds and oranges across her floor. Hastily, she grabbed up the shards, her bow and quiver, and dashed for the door, grabbing her pack on the way out. She rushed to the well house, breezing past her grandfather and mother in the process. Kagome tossed them quick goodbye's, saying she'd be back as soon as she could to finish her homework and dashed into the well house. Moments later, she was down the well. Her mom tried to say something after her but by the time she could, Kagome had disappeared into the shrine. She sighed and looked up to the sky as the sun sank further. There would be no moon tonight. She smiled a hidden smile and returned to her work.
***
Inu Yasha paced circles around the well. He was nervous. Normally, she was never this late in getting back. Surely she hadn't forgotten.had she? Or maybe she hadn't planned on coming back after all. Maybe she was with that Hobo guy, or whatever his name was. Or maybe.
He stopped. Something inside of him stirred, his heart sped up in anticipation as the winds shifted, bringing her scent along with them. Or rather, what he could still smell anyway. The changes were nearly complete. His hair was already mostly black, save for the ends and his ears were already gone.
Inu Yasha leaned against the well, watching it closely. Moments later, Kagome began her climb out. She gasped and flinched back to see him so close to the well. A startled cry reached her lips as she lost her footing on the ladder, falling backwards. She closed her eyes and started to scream as she fell but the sound was cut off abruptly as something caught her around her waist. Before she could even register that her descent had ceased, her feet were on the ground outside the well. Hesitantly, she opened her eyes.only to face the eyes of a hanyou. "Are you okay?" he asked, his hands grasping onto her shoulders. She nodded dumbly, her eyes still locked with his violet depths. His eyes seemed to relax then, as if some sort of strain had been released from their hold. Worry? Fear? She wasn't sure. Maybe both, maybe none. Inu Yasha sighed, dropping his hands and crossing them over his chest. "You should be more careful ya know." he said gruffly. Kagome stiffened. What just happened? One minute he's asking if she's okay.the next he was angry with her?
***
Inu Yasha cringed. He hadn't meant to come across so rough. But hell! He just got the crap scared out of him, how else was he supposed to act? Great. Now he probably had some explaining to do. Fun. He managed to catch the look that crossed her face, a hint revealing itself in her eyes. Uh oh.she's fixing to-
"SIT!"
Oh shi-
BAM!
"Humph." Kagome managed as she turned sharply, crossing her arms over her chest. "Sometimes, Inu Yasha.I swear!" she said, stalking off towards the village. Inu Yasha sat up after a few moments only to spot Kagome's retreating form half way to the village. "Damn woman. Of all the nights to get a 'sit'.and I didn't even do anything wrong!" he said as he wiped the dirt off his face. It actually hurt a lot more than he liked to let on. Especially when he was in this form. Human bodies were not made to be slammed face first into dirt.
***
Kagome had long retreated into Kaede's hut before Inu Yasha even saw the small building. He remained outside, his cheek resting on his hand as he sat on the ground. He didn't dare go inside, least he reveal the result of Kagome's last "sit". Gingerly, he touched his exposed cheek and winced. He'd already looked at his reflection in the water, noting the large bruise that now dominated a side of his face. 'Damn new moon. Damn human body. Damn ROSERY!' "Damn it all!" he shouted, jumping up from his seat and quickly exiting the village.
***
Sango sat quietly inside Kaede's living space, watching closely the girl from the future. Something had happened at the well. Of course, Kagome hadn't said anything about it yet and Sango wasn't about to ask. Something in Kagome's eyes told her it was dangerous territory. The girl kept glancing at the door, as if willing the hanyou to show up in it. 'Which he normally would have done by now.' thought Sango. She figured Kagome was worried.or feeling guilty. No matter how she tried to read Kagome's face, it wouldn't work. That's when they heard it.
"Damn it all!"
Kagome gasped and jumped up. His call didn't sound like a warning, but it was angry. She poked her head out of the hut, catching of long, ebony hair as the owner turned out of the gates. Sango's head emerged out as Kagome started for the village entrance. "Kagome, wait!" she called. "I can't, Sango. He's human tonight, I'm not leaving him alone." Kagome yelled back as she grasped her bow and quiver. "But." Sango started, but Kagome was gone.
***
The young Miko ran as fast as she could through the dark forest. She cold still feel Inu Yasha's aura but something was off about it. 'Maybe it's because he's human?' she thought. But still, the aura seemed emotional. Not like Inu Yasha at all. She could see hurt, pain..sadness and anger. "But why?" she whispered breathlessly, stopping to rest near a tree. "You know you shouldn't be out here.especially at night. There are demons out."
Kagome jumped at the voice, spinning around to face it, only there was nothing but air. Instinctively, she looked up, immediately spotting the fire rat fur outfit. "Scare me to death why don't you." she grumbled, "And I could ask you the same thing!" He made no reply, just kept lying on the low branch with his back to her. She stood there and watched him, looking-no, hoping for some signs that he was alright. A harsh quip, a vulgar word, a growl, anything! "Go back to the village, Kagome. I'm stayin' out here tonight." he stated, calmly.
No, that didn't reassure her.
"You're kidding, right? I'm not leaving you out here by yourself. Especially not tonight." she said, placing her hands on her hips for emphasis. "I said go back." "And I said No." A feral growl escaped his throat, nearly making Kagome smile 'That's better.' she thought. "Damn it, girl." he grated. The young miko below took a seat at the base of the tree, trying to find a comfortable spot. Inu Yasha glanced down, still managing to hide his face. "What are you doing?" "What's it look like?" "Like you need to go back to Kaede's." "Not until you either come with me or you tell me what's wrong with you." she stated simply. "No way." "I'll say it." Another growl. "Argh! That! That is what's fucking wrong! That damned word you're always hanging over my head!" he exclaimed, sitting up on the tree limb. "I can't stand it!" "Well then you shouldn't act like a jerk!" Kagome retorted. Inu Yasha jumped down, settling in a crouch only a couple feet in front of her. Kagome gasped as he landed, catching her off guard. Quickly he stood, keeping his back to her still. "So what do I normally do to deserve those? Other than beat up on Shippou?" "You act like a jerk!" she repeated, clinching her hands into fists. The hanyou whirled around to face her, his damaged cheek forgotten. "Shit, Kagome! That's just the way I am! I want to know what I did to deserve it!" Kagome's face held and expression of near horror as she eyed him. She had instantly spotted the damaged side of his countenance. "Inu Yasha.what happened to your face?" she asked timidly. His eyes widened and he quickly turned away. "Nothing." he said shortly. Kagome stood, he could smell the worry that seemed to radiate off the girl. Cautiously, she approached him. "C'mon, Inu Yasha.tell me." she said, her voice softer than before. "I said it's nothing!" he grated as he started to walk away. He stopped short when he felt a tug on his sleeve. Kagome slowly made her way around him, finally facing the hanyou. He kept his head turned from her as she tried to examine the injury. Hesitantly, she reached up her hand to touch his face, gently turning his chin around to observe the bruise. Her eyes widened as she spotted the massive amounts of dark colors that she spotted there. "How did this happen?
***
Gods he had been so angry. He had tried to stay that way but when he felt Kagome pull his sleeve, even the anger melted. He refused to look directly at her. He could smell the worry, he didn't want to see it. Oh but fate is cruel. Inu Yasha could feel the side of his face. It felt like a fire, burning away. His pulse pounded blood through the fevered flesh. But it suddenly subsided, becoming a mere annoyance in the background as he felt the cool fingers touching his chin. He let her turn his head, knowing she was determined to see it any way. He'd heard her. But did he want to answer?
***
Kagome's eyes darted worriedly over his face, trying to figure out what happened. 'We haven't gone anywhere yet.we came straight from the well.' she thought. Her eyes widened in shock as everything clicked into place. She had 'sat' him, while he was human. Her hand flew to her mouth and she backed away. "Oh gods.I did it." she mumbled to herself. "Hmn?" he said, not quite catching her words. He could feel the heat return to his injured face once she removed her hand. "Kagome?" he asked, nothing her actions. Carefully, he reached a hand out to her. "No." she whimpered, tears forming in her eyes. She refused to let him near now, her feet steadily backing away. "Kagome?" he asked again.
***
'I hurt him! I hurt HIM!' she screamed at herself mentally. When he'd reached out to her, she'd wanted nothing more than to collapse against him, but no, she couldn't! She'd hurt him.the swelling on his handsome face had proven that much to her. She knew he hated being stuck in his human form, even if it was only for a night. He knew he was vulnerable.more susceptible to injury. And she had 'sat' him. She felt her heart weep as she chanced another look at his face. "No." she whispered hoarsely, turning and bolting away at the same time. She wanted to escape, hoping that fate would allow her, if only for a few minutes, but apparently Fate was having fun with them tonight as Kagome tripped over the unseen log. Her eyes closed and a gasp escaped her throat as she fell She expected the ground to come up and give her a matching injury as that hanyou. She whimpered and tensed for the crash with the ground, only to slam into something a little more giving than the Earth. Her descent slowed and strong arms encircled her shoulders. Kagome knew who it was, she didn't even need to open her eyes. Weakly, she tried to pull away but the arms only tightened their grip. Finally, she collapsed against him, clinging to the fire rat as if her life depended on it.
A/N: I'm not sure how FF.net works...but sometimes, it doesn't like spaces in paragraphs or dialog lines or italic style font. I typed them there initially but if they don't show up, use your imagination. :p
Moonless By: Kyron
Kagome paced in her room. Tonight was the new moon. She had promised to go back to the feudal era to see Inu Yasha but she still had so much work to do! But the last things he said to her.they kept coming back into her mind. He didn't want to lose her. Her. Kagome. Not the shards. Not Kikyo. Every time she thought about it, her heart seemed to speed up and she'd seem to drift off into space, leaving the outside world to the outside. Her friends noticed her dreamy looks of course and had massive amounts of fun with it. They pried constantly, wanting to know who it was making her space out so much. Their prime choice was Hojo of course. It was always Hojo this and Hojo that. Sure he was a nice boy but.
The miko nearly cursed when the pain from her foot caused her to return to reality. Not paying attention again Kagome.I'll be glad if I didn't break a toe that time. Kagome inspected her foot from where it had collided with her desk She sighed, releasing her foot and eyeing the small jar of Shikon no Tama shards on the shelf. There were still so many left to collect. But once they were all there, Inu Yasha could have it. She had no real need for it after all and if he wanted to use it to become full demon. Her breath caught in her throat. Inu Yasha a full demon? She'd seen him like that only once.before they managed to get the Tetseiga. Why he wanted to become like that all the time was beyond her. She liked him the way he was. Sure, he was stubborn, and he could be an ass sometimes.okay.a lot of the time. But he was kind at heart. He'd never admit it but he didn't have to. She could see it. And the way he had acted last time they were at the well proved it beyond the shadow of a doubt. He cared. And he didn't know how to deal with it.
That settled it. She was going back. She HAD to go back. Even if only for a few hours. Inu Yasha would be human tonight, a time when he was at his weakest. Of course, he was stronger than any human she knew and could definitely take care of himself in a fight, but he was no real match for any full blooded demons that might be lurking around. Like a certain brother. Kagome sighed, glancing at her clock. Her eyes widened as she saw the numbers displayed on it's face. 6:45?? Oh shit.I'm gunna be late. It'll be after dark by the time I get there. She looked out her window, the sinking sun casting lights of reds and oranges across her floor. Hastily, she grabbed up the shards, her bow and quiver, and dashed for the door, grabbing her pack on the way out. She rushed to the well house, breezing past her grandfather and mother in the process. Kagome tossed them quick goodbye's, saying she'd be back as soon as she could to finish her homework and dashed into the well house. Moments later, she was down the well. Her mom tried to say something after her but by the time she could, Kagome had disappeared into the shrine. She sighed and looked up to the sky as the sun sank further. There would be no moon tonight. She smiled a hidden smile and returned to her work.
***
Inu Yasha paced circles around the well. He was nervous. Normally, she was never this late in getting back. Surely she hadn't forgotten.had she? Or maybe she hadn't planned on coming back after all. Maybe she was with that Hobo guy, or whatever his name was. Or maybe.
He stopped. Something inside of him stirred, his heart sped up in anticipation as the winds shifted, bringing her scent along with them. Or rather, what he could still smell anyway. The changes were nearly complete. His hair was already mostly black, save for the ends and his ears were already gone.
Inu Yasha leaned against the well, watching it closely. Moments later, Kagome began her climb out. She gasped and flinched back to see him so close to the well. A startled cry reached her lips as she lost her footing on the ladder, falling backwards. She closed her eyes and started to scream as she fell but the sound was cut off abruptly as something caught her around her waist. Before she could even register that her descent had ceased, her feet were on the ground outside the well. Hesitantly, she opened her eyes.only to face the eyes of a hanyou. "Are you okay?" he asked, his hands grasping onto her shoulders. She nodded dumbly, her eyes still locked with his violet depths. His eyes seemed to relax then, as if some sort of strain had been released from their hold. Worry? Fear? She wasn't sure. Maybe both, maybe none. Inu Yasha sighed, dropping his hands and crossing them over his chest. "You should be more careful ya know." he said gruffly. Kagome stiffened. What just happened? One minute he's asking if she's okay.the next he was angry with her?
***
Inu Yasha cringed. He hadn't meant to come across so rough. But hell! He just got the crap scared out of him, how else was he supposed to act? Great. Now he probably had some explaining to do. Fun. He managed to catch the look that crossed her face, a hint revealing itself in her eyes. Uh oh.she's fixing to-
"SIT!"
Oh shi-
BAM!
"Humph." Kagome managed as she turned sharply, crossing her arms over her chest. "Sometimes, Inu Yasha.I swear!" she said, stalking off towards the village. Inu Yasha sat up after a few moments only to spot Kagome's retreating form half way to the village. "Damn woman. Of all the nights to get a 'sit'.and I didn't even do anything wrong!" he said as he wiped the dirt off his face. It actually hurt a lot more than he liked to let on. Especially when he was in this form. Human bodies were not made to be slammed face first into dirt.
***
Kagome had long retreated into Kaede's hut before Inu Yasha even saw the small building. He remained outside, his cheek resting on his hand as he sat on the ground. He didn't dare go inside, least he reveal the result of Kagome's last "sit". Gingerly, he touched his exposed cheek and winced. He'd already looked at his reflection in the water, noting the large bruise that now dominated a side of his face. 'Damn new moon. Damn human body. Damn ROSERY!' "Damn it all!" he shouted, jumping up from his seat and quickly exiting the village.
***
Sango sat quietly inside Kaede's living space, watching closely the girl from the future. Something had happened at the well. Of course, Kagome hadn't said anything about it yet and Sango wasn't about to ask. Something in Kagome's eyes told her it was dangerous territory. The girl kept glancing at the door, as if willing the hanyou to show up in it. 'Which he normally would have done by now.' thought Sango. She figured Kagome was worried.or feeling guilty. No matter how she tried to read Kagome's face, it wouldn't work. That's when they heard it.
"Damn it all!"
Kagome gasped and jumped up. His call didn't sound like a warning, but it was angry. She poked her head out of the hut, catching of long, ebony hair as the owner turned out of the gates. Sango's head emerged out as Kagome started for the village entrance. "Kagome, wait!" she called. "I can't, Sango. He's human tonight, I'm not leaving him alone." Kagome yelled back as she grasped her bow and quiver. "But." Sango started, but Kagome was gone.
***
The young Miko ran as fast as she could through the dark forest. She cold still feel Inu Yasha's aura but something was off about it. 'Maybe it's because he's human?' she thought. But still, the aura seemed emotional. Not like Inu Yasha at all. She could see hurt, pain..sadness and anger. "But why?" she whispered breathlessly, stopping to rest near a tree. "You know you shouldn't be out here.especially at night. There are demons out."
Kagome jumped at the voice, spinning around to face it, only there was nothing but air. Instinctively, she looked up, immediately spotting the fire rat fur outfit. "Scare me to death why don't you." she grumbled, "And I could ask you the same thing!" He made no reply, just kept lying on the low branch with his back to her. She stood there and watched him, looking-no, hoping for some signs that he was alright. A harsh quip, a vulgar word, a growl, anything! "Go back to the village, Kagome. I'm stayin' out here tonight." he stated, calmly.
No, that didn't reassure her.
"You're kidding, right? I'm not leaving you out here by yourself. Especially not tonight." she said, placing her hands on her hips for emphasis. "I said go back." "And I said No." A feral growl escaped his throat, nearly making Kagome smile 'That's better.' she thought. "Damn it, girl." he grated. The young miko below took a seat at the base of the tree, trying to find a comfortable spot. Inu Yasha glanced down, still managing to hide his face. "What are you doing?" "What's it look like?" "Like you need to go back to Kaede's." "Not until you either come with me or you tell me what's wrong with you." she stated simply. "No way." "I'll say it." Another growl. "Argh! That! That is what's fucking wrong! That damned word you're always hanging over my head!" he exclaimed, sitting up on the tree limb. "I can't stand it!" "Well then you shouldn't act like a jerk!" Kagome retorted. Inu Yasha jumped down, settling in a crouch only a couple feet in front of her. Kagome gasped as he landed, catching her off guard. Quickly he stood, keeping his back to her still. "So what do I normally do to deserve those? Other than beat up on Shippou?" "You act like a jerk!" she repeated, clinching her hands into fists. The hanyou whirled around to face her, his damaged cheek forgotten. "Shit, Kagome! That's just the way I am! I want to know what I did to deserve it!" Kagome's face held and expression of near horror as she eyed him. She had instantly spotted the damaged side of his countenance. "Inu Yasha.what happened to your face?" she asked timidly. His eyes widened and he quickly turned away. "Nothing." he said shortly. Kagome stood, he could smell the worry that seemed to radiate off the girl. Cautiously, she approached him. "C'mon, Inu Yasha.tell me." she said, her voice softer than before. "I said it's nothing!" he grated as he started to walk away. He stopped short when he felt a tug on his sleeve. Kagome slowly made her way around him, finally facing the hanyou. He kept his head turned from her as she tried to examine the injury. Hesitantly, she reached up her hand to touch his face, gently turning his chin around to observe the bruise. Her eyes widened as she spotted the massive amounts of dark colors that she spotted there. "How did this happen?
***
Gods he had been so angry. He had tried to stay that way but when he felt Kagome pull his sleeve, even the anger melted. He refused to look directly at her. He could smell the worry, he didn't want to see it. Oh but fate is cruel. Inu Yasha could feel the side of his face. It felt like a fire, burning away. His pulse pounded blood through the fevered flesh. But it suddenly subsided, becoming a mere annoyance in the background as he felt the cool fingers touching his chin. He let her turn his head, knowing she was determined to see it any way. He'd heard her. But did he want to answer?
***
Kagome's eyes darted worriedly over his face, trying to figure out what happened. 'We haven't gone anywhere yet.we came straight from the well.' she thought. Her eyes widened in shock as everything clicked into place. She had 'sat' him, while he was human. Her hand flew to her mouth and she backed away. "Oh gods.I did it." she mumbled to herself. "Hmn?" he said, not quite catching her words. He could feel the heat return to his injured face once she removed her hand. "Kagome?" he asked, nothing her actions. Carefully, he reached a hand out to her. "No." she whimpered, tears forming in her eyes. She refused to let him near now, her feet steadily backing away. "Kagome?" he asked again.
***
'I hurt him! I hurt HIM!' she screamed at herself mentally. When he'd reached out to her, she'd wanted nothing more than to collapse against him, but no, she couldn't! She'd hurt him.the swelling on his handsome face had proven that much to her. She knew he hated being stuck in his human form, even if it was only for a night. He knew he was vulnerable.more susceptible to injury. And she had 'sat' him. She felt her heart weep as she chanced another look at his face. "No." she whispered hoarsely, turning and bolting away at the same time. She wanted to escape, hoping that fate would allow her, if only for a few minutes, but apparently Fate was having fun with them tonight as Kagome tripped over the unseen log. Her eyes closed and a gasp escaped her throat as she fell She expected the ground to come up and give her a matching injury as that hanyou. She whimpered and tensed for the crash with the ground, only to slam into something a little more giving than the Earth. Her descent slowed and strong arms encircled her shoulders. Kagome knew who it was, she didn't even need to open her eyes. Weakly, she tried to pull away but the arms only tightened their grip. Finally, she collapsed against him, clinging to the fire rat as if her life depended on it.
