Title: The Trouble with Monks
Author: Dark Whispers
Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha. *sighs* That was hard.
Rating: PG13 (mostly for language)
Summary: Takes place when Inuyasha, Kagome, and Shippou meet Miroku. Miroku starts taking an interest in Kagome and Kagome starts taking an interest in him. Inuyasha is not having a good time.
Pairings: Miroku/Kagome/Inuyasha
A/N: Thank you for the reviews people! They made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside! You should have seen me; all day I was afraid to check my inbox because I didn't think there'd be any reviews! You people made me so happy! *sniffles* I don't know who Kagome should end up with so you're welcome to vote! All you Kagome/Inuyasha shippers better move fast too because I'm leaning more towards Kagome/Miroku right now! ^_~
Chapter 2: Unhappy Campers
"It's a beautiful day today!" Kagome sighed happily. Shippou was riding on her shoulders while she was walking and wheeling her bicycle next to her.
'The day isn't the only thing beautiful today,' Miroku thought. He just loved walking behind Kagome. He wished he could visit her home in the future. He knew he'd love the clothes there. Every now and then the wind would blow Kagome's skirt just high enough so he could get a nice view of--
"GRRRRR. . ."
'Great, Inuyasha must have caught me checking out the 'wondrous view' again.'
Miroku was never going to be able to get anywhere with Kagome with Inuyasha constantly breathing down his neck.
"Hey guys," Kagome started hesitantly. "You want to set up camp? The sun is going to be setting soon and I'm still kind of tired from that fight with that magical demon painter."
"Sure!" Miroku and Shippou said at the same time, plopping down on a nearby plot of grass.
"Are you crazy wench?! We just rested last night, and the sun won't set for another hour! You didn't even do anything in that battle anyway!"
Kagome pouted. "I did too!"
Miroku and Shippou sweat dropped as they watched Kagome and Inuyasha start another verbal battle. Kagome won in the end by delivering the final blow; a deadly, lethal 'sit.'
Inuyasha plunged head first into the ground muttering curses.
"Now doesn't it feel good to sit down and relax?"
Inuyasha, who was just recovering from the first 'sit' was dragged into the dirt again.
"GOD DAMNIT!"
"Opps!" Kagome said sheepishly. "Sorry Inuyasha! That one just slipped out. Um. . . I think I'll just go to get some firewood!"
Kagome ran out of the campsite before Inuyasha could protest.
'Now's my chance!' Miroku thought.
"I think I saw a spring before. I'm going to get some water for us."
Inuyasha snarled. "You stay right here!"
Miroku grinned slyly, "But don't you want your ramen?"
~*~*~*~*~*~
'DAMNIT, DAMNIT, DAMNIT!' Inuyasha's mental tirade continued. 'This stupid monk thinks he's so clever. If I let him go get that water, he's going to follow Kagome, and if I try to tail him, I'm leaving the camp unprotected! But if I go to get the water, when Kagome comes back the sick bastard will probably jump her or something! DAMNIT, DAMNIT, DAAAAMMNIIIT!'
"Fine," Inuyasha grunted. 'Damnit.'
Miroku grinned evilly.
~*~*~*~*~*~
Kagome hummed as she picked up sticks to use for the fire. She just didn't know why Inuyasha hated Miroku so much. The monk was sweet, charming, strong, and a totally hott, even if he was a little lecherous. Miroku even seemed to be taking a romantic interest in her! At least that's what she thought.
'If I didn't know any better, I'd say Inuyasha was jealous! But that would mean. . . No way! It just couldn't be!'
'Was Inuyasha gay?!'
~*~*~*~*~*~
'Found her! And she's bending over too!'
Miroku drooled as Kagome stooped over to pick up another stick.
'She's gorgeous! She's hard-to-get! She's--'
"Miroku, is that you?"
'--found out I'm here. DAMNIT!'
Miroku stepped out in front of the bushes. "It's me Kagome-sama. Do you need some help?"
Kagome smiled at him, "Sure. And you can call me Kagome."
Miroku felt his knees get weak when he saw her smile. "Okay Kagome."
They continued to gather firewood in silence for awhile (Miroku occasionally looking up from his work in order to 'peek' at Kagome) when he decided to start a conversation.
. . .
. . .
'DAMNIT! Why is it so hard to just say something to her? Ask her about the future or about her home!'
"Kagome, do you love Inuyasha?"
. . .
'I am such an idiot.'
He watched Kagome freeze.
She chewed her lip nervously. "Well sure I do. I mean, he's mean on the outside, but once you get to know him, he's really a nice guy! You and he would get along great if he would just give you a chance, Miroku!"
"Kagome, I think you know that isn't that kind of love I meant."
Kagome fidgeted nervously, the firewood laying forgotten at their feet. "I-I'm not sure. I mean, I guess I do have. . . feelings for him, but he'll never return them. I'm not his. . . type, and I can learn to accept that."
Miroku frowned at her tone of voice. 'She really does love him, even if she won't admit it to herself.'
"Do you think you could ever love me?"
'Miroku, you stupid idiot! WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!'
Ignoring the little voices in his head that were shouting insults at him, Miroku used his hand to lift her chin. She immediately averted her eyes. They darted about furiously until they finally came to a rest on him.
He leaned in slightly, wrapping his arms around her waist. His eyes locked on hers, watching as they widened in realization of what he was doing, but before she could protest he gently pressed his lips to hers.
Kagome's eyes fluttered closed as Miroku puller her even closer. Kagome had never been kissed before and she stood stiffly, not knowing what to do. Miroku gently eased his tongue into her mouth to deepen the kiss, and after a moment's hesitation, Kagome began to respond.
She wrapped her arms around Miroku's neck and pulled him closer as she felt his hands tighten on her waist.
'Just a little lower,' Miroku thought. 'Lower. . . lower. . .almost. . .'
Kagome's eyes widened as she felt Miroku's hand cross the 'southern border.'
She wrenched out of his arms and slapped him. "MIROKU!"
'Oh shit.' Miroku rubbed his cheek and smiled hesitantly at Kagome, preparing to face her wrath. 'At least she can't sit me.'
"Kagome just let me-- are you crying?!"
Kagome sniffled. "You selfish jerk! Is that the only reason you kissed me, so you could grope me?! That was my first kiss too! I can't believe you, you arrogant, perverted creep!"
Miroku felt like scum. 'Oh God I can't believe I did that! I really do like her! Aw shit, what do I do now?!'
Miroku quickly hugged her, pressing her close to his chest. "Kagome, please stop crying! My hand just. . . slipped! I didn't mean to take advantage of you! I really did mean it though! That kiss. . . it wasn't just a way of distracting you! Please, don't cry!"
Kagome pulled away enough to wipe her eyes. She gave a small smile. "Really?"
"Really," he responded, relieved.
Kagome's smile broke out into a full-out grin. "Thanks Miroku." She picked up her firewood and started walking back to camp, leaving Miroku to follow, but before she left the clearing she turned around to face him.
"The answer is maybe."
Miroku was ripped from his fantasies of the kiss he had just shared with Kagome.
"What?"
Kagome smiled. "You asked me if I thought I could love you, I said the answer is maybe."
Miroku watched her head back to the camp. It took him a few seconds to process what she said, but when he did he grinned from ear to ear.
'HELL YES!'
He quickly picked up his firewood and ran to catch up with her.
~*~*~*~*~*~
Inuyasha was growling again. Shippou sighed. 'He seems to be growling a lot lately. He must be hungry. Kagome is taking an awful long time with that firewood.'
Shippou sniffed the air for any sign of Kagome.
'Here she is now!'
Kagome entered the camp and promptly dropped the fire wood as she was tackled by Shippou. She laughed and sat down with the kitsune in her lap. Inuyasha had just gotten the fire going when Miroku arrived.
"Monk, where's the water?"
Miroku looked up, distracted. "Water, what water?"
Inuyasha gritted his teeth and growled out, "The. water. you. went. out. to. get."
Miroku laughed nervously. "Ohhh! THAT water! Well, um. . . you see--"
"I have it right here," Kagome interjected cheerfully.
She made the ramen and passed out a cup to everyone. Inuyasha scarfed his down immediately, while managing to not spill a drop (can't waste any precious ramen!) while the others ate at a normal pace. After eating, they prepared to go to sleep.
Kagome gave Miroku a blanket and pillow to use. She was just getting into her sleeping bag when Inuyasha stopped her.
"Oi, wench! Follow me. We're going for a walk."
Shippou got up to follow him, but sat down again, pouting, after receiving a death glare from Inuyasha.
Inuyasha then took Kagome's hand and pulled them off into the forest. Miroku waited until Shippou had fallen asleep before quietly following after them.
~*~*~*~*~*~
Inuyasha was puzzled when Kagome came back to camp. She seemed to have a different scent than he usually found on her. He sniffed again.
She smelt like. . . salt water. . . tears. . . Kagome had been crying! But why?
Then he caught another scent.
'THAT. FREAKIN. MONK! He better not have laid a finger on her!'
Inuyasha growled, but decided not to discuss it with her now. He'd wait until later, when they wouldn't be interrupted.
'Ahh yes here's that stupid lecher now. Touching MY Kagome. . . well let's see if I can make him panic a little.'
"Monk, where's the water?"
'Ha!' Thought Inuyasha gleefully. 'I can smell his fear! Let's see what excuse he can come up with. . .'
He was very disappointed when Kagome pulled out her own canteen of water. He enjoyed watching 'the stupid lecher' squirm.
He wolfed down his ramen even faster than usual, eager to talk to Kagome, and led her away from the campsite to talk as quickly as possible.
Grasping her hand, he pulled her to what he felt was a safe enough distance and then faced her. She watched him, puzzled, as he paced back and forth, muttering to himself.
"Um. . . Inuyasha?" She started hesitantly. "Is there any reason you brought me out here?"
Kagome was startled when Inuyasha suddenly stopped his pacing and gripped her shoulders tightly.
"WHAT. WERE. YOU. THINKING?!" he grounded out while gripping her tighter.
"W-w-what are you talking abo--"
Inuyasha snarled. "Don't try to deny it! His scent is all over you!" He sniffed her again for reassurance.
"You mean Miroku? OW! Stop it Inuyasha! I'm serious! You're hurting me!"
Kagome's cries were muffled when Inuyasha pulled her into his chest and wrapped his arms around her protectively.
"Inuyasha. . ."
Inuyasha hugged Kagome close. She could hear his heart beating. It was a comforting sound, even though it was pumping at rather fast pace. "Kagome, what do you think of me?"
~*~*~*~*~*~
Kagome looked into his eyes, startled by the question.
"W-what?"
'What is it with these questions today?! Are they trying to torture me or something?!'
Inuyasha repeated his question. "Please Kagome, I need to know. . . how you feel about me."
Kagome thought for a minute. "Well. . . you have no manners whatsoever, and you're totally rude and cruel on the outside, but on the inside. . .I see a friend, maybe even more than a friend, that would protect me no matter what. Um, and. . .I really care about you Inuyasha.
Inuyasha buried his face in her hair and smiled into it. "Thank you Kagome."
Kagome relaxed in his arms and inhaled the scent of forests that always seemed to cling to him.
'I don't think I've ever felt so safe before. . . or so loved.'
An image of Miroku flashed before her eyes.
'Or have I?'
Miroku quietly snuck back to the camp.
A/N: Well there you go people! Chapter 2! I think from now on I'll only be able to update on Sundays with finals coming up and everything. I think I might be having future problems with my laptop too considering the fact the screen is now be held together with SCOTCH TAPE. Oh God, my dad is going to kill me. . . *coughs* Anyway, most people are more favorable of a Kagome/Miroku pairing, but I just had to add a little Kag/Inu scene! ^_^ It can go either way though, so vote for your choice! Thanks again to the people that reviewed!
Author: Dark Whispers
Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha. *sighs* That was hard.
Rating: PG13 (mostly for language)
Summary: Takes place when Inuyasha, Kagome, and Shippou meet Miroku. Miroku starts taking an interest in Kagome and Kagome starts taking an interest in him. Inuyasha is not having a good time.
Pairings: Miroku/Kagome/Inuyasha
A/N: Thank you for the reviews people! They made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside! You should have seen me; all day I was afraid to check my inbox because I didn't think there'd be any reviews! You people made me so happy! *sniffles* I don't know who Kagome should end up with so you're welcome to vote! All you Kagome/Inuyasha shippers better move fast too because I'm leaning more towards Kagome/Miroku right now! ^_~
Chapter 2: Unhappy Campers
"It's a beautiful day today!" Kagome sighed happily. Shippou was riding on her shoulders while she was walking and wheeling her bicycle next to her.
'The day isn't the only thing beautiful today,' Miroku thought. He just loved walking behind Kagome. He wished he could visit her home in the future. He knew he'd love the clothes there. Every now and then the wind would blow Kagome's skirt just high enough so he could get a nice view of--
"GRRRRR. . ."
'Great, Inuyasha must have caught me checking out the 'wondrous view' again.'
Miroku was never going to be able to get anywhere with Kagome with Inuyasha constantly breathing down his neck.
"Hey guys," Kagome started hesitantly. "You want to set up camp? The sun is going to be setting soon and I'm still kind of tired from that fight with that magical demon painter."
"Sure!" Miroku and Shippou said at the same time, plopping down on a nearby plot of grass.
"Are you crazy wench?! We just rested last night, and the sun won't set for another hour! You didn't even do anything in that battle anyway!"
Kagome pouted. "I did too!"
Miroku and Shippou sweat dropped as they watched Kagome and Inuyasha start another verbal battle. Kagome won in the end by delivering the final blow; a deadly, lethal 'sit.'
Inuyasha plunged head first into the ground muttering curses.
"Now doesn't it feel good to sit down and relax?"
Inuyasha, who was just recovering from the first 'sit' was dragged into the dirt again.
"GOD DAMNIT!"
"Opps!" Kagome said sheepishly. "Sorry Inuyasha! That one just slipped out. Um. . . I think I'll just go to get some firewood!"
Kagome ran out of the campsite before Inuyasha could protest.
'Now's my chance!' Miroku thought.
"I think I saw a spring before. I'm going to get some water for us."
Inuyasha snarled. "You stay right here!"
Miroku grinned slyly, "But don't you want your ramen?"
~*~*~*~*~*~
'DAMNIT, DAMNIT, DAMNIT!' Inuyasha's mental tirade continued. 'This stupid monk thinks he's so clever. If I let him go get that water, he's going to follow Kagome, and if I try to tail him, I'm leaving the camp unprotected! But if I go to get the water, when Kagome comes back the sick bastard will probably jump her or something! DAMNIT, DAMNIT, DAAAAMMNIIIT!'
"Fine," Inuyasha grunted. 'Damnit.'
Miroku grinned evilly.
~*~*~*~*~*~
Kagome hummed as she picked up sticks to use for the fire. She just didn't know why Inuyasha hated Miroku so much. The monk was sweet, charming, strong, and a totally hott, even if he was a little lecherous. Miroku even seemed to be taking a romantic interest in her! At least that's what she thought.
'If I didn't know any better, I'd say Inuyasha was jealous! But that would mean. . . No way! It just couldn't be!'
'Was Inuyasha gay?!'
~*~*~*~*~*~
'Found her! And she's bending over too!'
Miroku drooled as Kagome stooped over to pick up another stick.
'She's gorgeous! She's hard-to-get! She's--'
"Miroku, is that you?"
'--found out I'm here. DAMNIT!'
Miroku stepped out in front of the bushes. "It's me Kagome-sama. Do you need some help?"
Kagome smiled at him, "Sure. And you can call me Kagome."
Miroku felt his knees get weak when he saw her smile. "Okay Kagome."
They continued to gather firewood in silence for awhile (Miroku occasionally looking up from his work in order to 'peek' at Kagome) when he decided to start a conversation.
. . .
. . .
'DAMNIT! Why is it so hard to just say something to her? Ask her about the future or about her home!'
"Kagome, do you love Inuyasha?"
. . .
'I am such an idiot.'
He watched Kagome freeze.
She chewed her lip nervously. "Well sure I do. I mean, he's mean on the outside, but once you get to know him, he's really a nice guy! You and he would get along great if he would just give you a chance, Miroku!"
"Kagome, I think you know that isn't that kind of love I meant."
Kagome fidgeted nervously, the firewood laying forgotten at their feet. "I-I'm not sure. I mean, I guess I do have. . . feelings for him, but he'll never return them. I'm not his. . . type, and I can learn to accept that."
Miroku frowned at her tone of voice. 'She really does love him, even if she won't admit it to herself.'
"Do you think you could ever love me?"
'Miroku, you stupid idiot! WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!'
Ignoring the little voices in his head that were shouting insults at him, Miroku used his hand to lift her chin. She immediately averted her eyes. They darted about furiously until they finally came to a rest on him.
He leaned in slightly, wrapping his arms around her waist. His eyes locked on hers, watching as they widened in realization of what he was doing, but before she could protest he gently pressed his lips to hers.
Kagome's eyes fluttered closed as Miroku puller her even closer. Kagome had never been kissed before and she stood stiffly, not knowing what to do. Miroku gently eased his tongue into her mouth to deepen the kiss, and after a moment's hesitation, Kagome began to respond.
She wrapped her arms around Miroku's neck and pulled him closer as she felt his hands tighten on her waist.
'Just a little lower,' Miroku thought. 'Lower. . . lower. . .almost. . .'
Kagome's eyes widened as she felt Miroku's hand cross the 'southern border.'
She wrenched out of his arms and slapped him. "MIROKU!"
'Oh shit.' Miroku rubbed his cheek and smiled hesitantly at Kagome, preparing to face her wrath. 'At least she can't sit me.'
"Kagome just let me-- are you crying?!"
Kagome sniffled. "You selfish jerk! Is that the only reason you kissed me, so you could grope me?! That was my first kiss too! I can't believe you, you arrogant, perverted creep!"
Miroku felt like scum. 'Oh God I can't believe I did that! I really do like her! Aw shit, what do I do now?!'
Miroku quickly hugged her, pressing her close to his chest. "Kagome, please stop crying! My hand just. . . slipped! I didn't mean to take advantage of you! I really did mean it though! That kiss. . . it wasn't just a way of distracting you! Please, don't cry!"
Kagome pulled away enough to wipe her eyes. She gave a small smile. "Really?"
"Really," he responded, relieved.
Kagome's smile broke out into a full-out grin. "Thanks Miroku." She picked up her firewood and started walking back to camp, leaving Miroku to follow, but before she left the clearing she turned around to face him.
"The answer is maybe."
Miroku was ripped from his fantasies of the kiss he had just shared with Kagome.
"What?"
Kagome smiled. "You asked me if I thought I could love you, I said the answer is maybe."
Miroku watched her head back to the camp. It took him a few seconds to process what she said, but when he did he grinned from ear to ear.
'HELL YES!'
He quickly picked up his firewood and ran to catch up with her.
~*~*~*~*~*~
Inuyasha was growling again. Shippou sighed. 'He seems to be growling a lot lately. He must be hungry. Kagome is taking an awful long time with that firewood.'
Shippou sniffed the air for any sign of Kagome.
'Here she is now!'
Kagome entered the camp and promptly dropped the fire wood as she was tackled by Shippou. She laughed and sat down with the kitsune in her lap. Inuyasha had just gotten the fire going when Miroku arrived.
"Monk, where's the water?"
Miroku looked up, distracted. "Water, what water?"
Inuyasha gritted his teeth and growled out, "The. water. you. went. out. to. get."
Miroku laughed nervously. "Ohhh! THAT water! Well, um. . . you see--"
"I have it right here," Kagome interjected cheerfully.
She made the ramen and passed out a cup to everyone. Inuyasha scarfed his down immediately, while managing to not spill a drop (can't waste any precious ramen!) while the others ate at a normal pace. After eating, they prepared to go to sleep.
Kagome gave Miroku a blanket and pillow to use. She was just getting into her sleeping bag when Inuyasha stopped her.
"Oi, wench! Follow me. We're going for a walk."
Shippou got up to follow him, but sat down again, pouting, after receiving a death glare from Inuyasha.
Inuyasha then took Kagome's hand and pulled them off into the forest. Miroku waited until Shippou had fallen asleep before quietly following after them.
~*~*~*~*~*~
Inuyasha was puzzled when Kagome came back to camp. She seemed to have a different scent than he usually found on her. He sniffed again.
She smelt like. . . salt water. . . tears. . . Kagome had been crying! But why?
Then he caught another scent.
'THAT. FREAKIN. MONK! He better not have laid a finger on her!'
Inuyasha growled, but decided not to discuss it with her now. He'd wait until later, when they wouldn't be interrupted.
'Ahh yes here's that stupid lecher now. Touching MY Kagome. . . well let's see if I can make him panic a little.'
"Monk, where's the water?"
'Ha!' Thought Inuyasha gleefully. 'I can smell his fear! Let's see what excuse he can come up with. . .'
He was very disappointed when Kagome pulled out her own canteen of water. He enjoyed watching 'the stupid lecher' squirm.
He wolfed down his ramen even faster than usual, eager to talk to Kagome, and led her away from the campsite to talk as quickly as possible.
Grasping her hand, he pulled her to what he felt was a safe enough distance and then faced her. She watched him, puzzled, as he paced back and forth, muttering to himself.
"Um. . . Inuyasha?" She started hesitantly. "Is there any reason you brought me out here?"
Kagome was startled when Inuyasha suddenly stopped his pacing and gripped her shoulders tightly.
"WHAT. WERE. YOU. THINKING?!" he grounded out while gripping her tighter.
"W-w-what are you talking abo--"
Inuyasha snarled. "Don't try to deny it! His scent is all over you!" He sniffed her again for reassurance.
"You mean Miroku? OW! Stop it Inuyasha! I'm serious! You're hurting me!"
Kagome's cries were muffled when Inuyasha pulled her into his chest and wrapped his arms around her protectively.
"Inuyasha. . ."
Inuyasha hugged Kagome close. She could hear his heart beating. It was a comforting sound, even though it was pumping at rather fast pace. "Kagome, what do you think of me?"
~*~*~*~*~*~
Kagome looked into his eyes, startled by the question.
"W-what?"
'What is it with these questions today?! Are they trying to torture me or something?!'
Inuyasha repeated his question. "Please Kagome, I need to know. . . how you feel about me."
Kagome thought for a minute. "Well. . . you have no manners whatsoever, and you're totally rude and cruel on the outside, but on the inside. . .I see a friend, maybe even more than a friend, that would protect me no matter what. Um, and. . .I really care about you Inuyasha.
Inuyasha buried his face in her hair and smiled into it. "Thank you Kagome."
Kagome relaxed in his arms and inhaled the scent of forests that always seemed to cling to him.
'I don't think I've ever felt so safe before. . . or so loved.'
An image of Miroku flashed before her eyes.
'Or have I?'
Miroku quietly snuck back to the camp.
A/N: Well there you go people! Chapter 2! I think from now on I'll only be able to update on Sundays with finals coming up and everything. I think I might be having future problems with my laptop too considering the fact the screen is now be held together with SCOTCH TAPE. Oh God, my dad is going to kill me. . . *coughs* Anyway, most people are more favorable of a Kagome/Miroku pairing, but I just had to add a little Kag/Inu scene! ^_^ It can go either way though, so vote for your choice! Thanks again to the people that reviewed!