Authors Note: Something is going on with the spacing here. It's all screwy! Darn screwy spacing. Alright, now I'm avoiding the subject. A month and a half! I took a month and a half to update! I am so horrible! I have to get back in the game! Forgive me! Please! And I hope you enjoy, as always…Read and Review!

Chapter 8:

"Alright. I think we should take it back to the top."

"Okay," Sango nodded, agreeing thoroughly. Although she was trying her best to hide it, inwardly she was scowling and thinking, 'Of course we can go back to the top. I mean, I practically broke all the windows in this place.'

Sango had been singing for most of her life and working in a recording studio for years, that could hardly be the reason she was practically sweating bullets. She wasn't having trouble with the melody, the harmony, or even reaching the high notes for that matter, it wasn't that at all, oh no; It was the audience that she was worrying about.

Miroku sat on the other side of the glass, occupying himself by watching the technician adjust the switchboards every so often. But when she started to sing his eyes were always fixed on something else, and she knew exactly what it was. Her.

She saw the way his amethyst gaze found her amber one and held it in place, making her nervous and her heart pound. Her palms would sweat and her voice would shake with the intense way he looked at her.

That could be half the reason she was totally screwing up her portion of the song.

As the music flooded her ears she closed her eyes and contemplated her next move.

'Just imagine everyone in their underpants.' She opened her eyes. That tactic was not a good one. 'Imagining Miroku in boxers before I have to sing! I think not!'

Her face flashed a bright red, she was afraid someone would notice, but when she looked up, thank goodness they were laying down the tracks and busying themselves elsewhere.

'One more measure until I have to sing! Sango, you were made to sing…just let yourself go.'

And then, she began to sing.

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"Kagome? Will you go out on a date with me?"

Kagome looked at him funny and blushed before seeing the scowl on Inuyasha's face and deciding it was for the better.

"Of course I will."

[Flashback]

How did it get to this point? Well, let's just say the devil was resurrected.

Ring, ring, ring.

Kikyo, who had been in another room while she tried to settle her differences with her on and off again boyfriend, ran to the phone eagerly and dove across the bed just in time to catch the last ring.

"Hello?"

Someone cleared their throat on the other line, "Hi…um…Kikyo."

Her eyes widened in surprise, "Inuyasha!"

"Yeah, it's me."

Kikyo's angered flared up, remembering the perfect looking Kagome and all her morals up to date, but then she bit her tongue and recalled that she had to be nice from now on. "So, did you call for a reason?"

He almost caught himself snapping at her in return. The normal routine, as usual. "Why yes, I did. I wanted to know if you wanted to go out to dinner with me."

'He's pushing out every single word. God, is it that hard to be nice to me? The stupid-Kikyo! Calm down. Think calm, generous, gracious.' "Of course."

"Great! Pick you up at eight?"

"Seven."

"Kikyo…," he growled.

"Fine. Eight."

Kouga, who was sucked into the television and it's mind controlling commercials up until the point that Inuyasha started dialing that phone, planned out his moves. Dinner? That meant a restaurant…which was probably public. A great way to get the idea that him and Kagome were to be together in view of the hanyou.

Kouga sat up on the bed and looked at Inuyasha, "Where do you plan on taking her? I bet it's going to be someplace special."

Inuyasha sighed, "Yeah."

"And it's going to be really romantic."

"Yeah," he began rummaging through his designated drawer to try and find the perfect ensemble for that night.

"And I bet it'll also be-"

"Get to the point wolf-boy! What do you want from me?"

Kouga mumbled, "All I wanted to know was where you were going…and then you had to try and bite my head off. I'm sorry for trying to be concerned, sheesh, I mean-"

Inuyasha's patience was wearing thin; he released a low grumbling form deep within his chest, "Kouga…"

"Just tell me where you are going!" he pleaded, getting on his knees in front of the canine. Inuyasha only rolled his eyes, but felt like giving in when Kouga resorted to protruding his lower lip and letting his eyes water with unshed tears.

"You're pathetic. We're going to L'Amour."

Shippo, with toothpaste spit rolling down the side of his mouth, stepped out of the bathroom, "Isn't that that really swanky restaurant right outside of town?"

Inuyasha nodded and threw his clothes on the bed, "Mm, hm. It's supposed to have the best cuisine and even better service."

Kouga had gone silent. His mind was racing, and so was his heart. He found himself glancing from Shippo to Inuyasha with darting eyes. Everything seemed like a blur. This was the perfect chance, why was he blanking out? Normal Kouganess said to probably zone out for the rest of the day, but he had to resist, just had too.

Drool was threatening to fall now, 'Must resist. Must stay on task. Must focus!'

This was nothing out of the ordinary, but today everything had to be just right and clear!

Kouga went lazy eyed trying to make out the conversation taking place in front of him, "Blah, blah blah blah, Inuyasha?"

'Huh? What's he gabbering about! Listen! Wake up!'

Looks like that date with Kagome is never going to happen at this rate, but then he heard the only thing he needed to hear to motivate him, "Yeah, hopefully after tonight Kikyo will come back and live with us. Just like before."

'Just like before? Before? Hell no! I can't let that happen!'

"I've got to go!"

"Huh? Where?" Shippo called, watching his friend curiously as he rushed to get out of the room.

"You'll see!" and after seeing Kouga wink, he put the whole puzzle together.

[End Flashback]

"You can't go with him Kagome!"

Kagome flipped her hair almost arrogantly and pointedly ignored Inuyasha's plea.

"Why can't she go out with me?" Kouga grabbed Kagome fiercely around the waist, "After you left her we realized we were meant for each other! Right Kagome lippykins?"

Kagome blushed when Kouga gave her Eskimo kisses, expecting her to answer with as much sugar and determination in her voice as him. The act had to be believable even if she didn't like how she was hurting Inuyasha. "Right Kouga, my…my…snoogypoo."

Inuyasha let out a squeak, "Lippykins? Snoogypoo?"

He couldn't believe his eyes. They looked serious enough. Both really content in each other's arms. How could she have moved on so quickly after she acted like they were meant for one another? It didn't matter; he had a date to be on time for!

"Oh! Look at the time! I've got to get ready!"

As Inuyasha slammed the bathroom door closed Shippo began to giggle, "He's totally buying it!"

Kouga snorted, "Yeah, I know!"

Then the two of them burst out into the nerdiest, most gawkiest, laugh sessions as of late. Kagome stepped over the rolling boys and to the door. Kouga immediately sobered up, "Where are you going?"

"To get ready silly! Now don't worry about me, I'll dress just how you like," Kagome yelled when she heard the shower come to a halt, "Pick me up at eight, okay babe?"

Kouga stood next to her and quickly whispered in her ear, "Look nice, we're going to L'Amour."

She answered back just as quietly as him, "Alright. Eight then?"

"Uh, It's a date! Eight o'clock!" he called again, putting back on his false façade.

Shippo looked Kouga up and down after Kagome was safely down the hall. He did not like what he was seeing. "You're going to need to some fashion help!"

"What? Why? What's wrong with my fashion?"

"Come on, this is going to be a long two hours."

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Miroku slipped on his jacket then promptly went over to Sango to help her with her own. She blushed lightly and thanked him under her breath.

"So, now that we're done with all that business stuff, what do you want to do?"

Sango looked away, "I kind of just wanted to go back to the hotel. I'm kind of tired."

"Oh really?" he tried not to look disappointed, "Me too. Kind of. If you're tired tonight, then maybe tomorrow we can do something?"

Sango shrugged, "Like what?"

Miroku inwardly took in a big breath and let it out again; he would not let her know he was nervous, "I mean…on like a date."

Sango stopped dead in her tracks. Miroku looked on almost eagerly, his face giving off an array of different emotions. She didn't know what to say, she liked Miroku, she didn't know he wanted to get into that kind of relationship.

'Of course he would! He gave you his first kiss after all…but shh, he doesn't know that you know!'

"I, I don't know what to say!" she said almost giddily, all the while giggling.

"Does that mean yes?"

She nodded nimbly and saw a small twinkle alight in eyes before he gathered her up into the most mind-blowing kiss she had ever experienced. Besides, there weren't many others to compare it too. It made her weak in the knees, she whimpered in his mouth, and her heart thumped clearly through her ribcage.

Sango tried to pull back, even though she was reluctant herself, by putting her hand on his chest. As their lips parted, a few more pecks were added before they were completely apart.

"Miroku…"

Miroku fought down the flighty feeling he got when she said his name all breathless like that. He grabbed her hand and started off towards the hotel, at peace.

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"Now for a few more finishing touches…and there! Magnifique! You are my new masterpiece!"

"What was your old one?" Kouga asked Shippo while he admired himself thoroughly through the mirror.

"My shrine to Kikyo. Made out of my own-"

Kouga gagged, "I don't even want to know. The real one is scary enough."

He glanced at the clock. Just about eight, perfect. He would be on time looking extremely spiffy, if he could say so himself. The pin-stripe tuxedo was the perfect touch; Kagome would be thoroughly pleased.

"Well, off you go Prince Charming!"

As Kouga set off down the hall to retrieve his date from her own room he began imagining what she would be wearing…and what they could do on the date, and maybe, what they could do after.

"Kouga? Why are you standing just outside the door?" Kagome's voice reprimanded him from his dirty thoughts. He looked around realizing that once again, his mind had drifted off from reality.

"Whoops. Sorry, my brain tends to shut down on me."

She giggled, but then opened the door to reveal her outfit. Kouga just stood there and gaped. If he would have spoken, the phrases would have been incoherent anyway.

"I'll take your gawking as a compliment and a sign that I chose correctly with the outfit."

"Uh…oh yeah…yeah, that's nice." He grinned like a fool.

"Aw, if it isn't Kouga and Kagome, sitting in a tree."

"Miroku! Stop it!"

"Ouch!"

Both of them turned to see Miroku and Sango walking hand in hand towards the room.

"Hey man," Miroku greeted him band mate with a signature handshake. They both winked at each other, knowing that they would have to share every aspect of what happened with their girls together later.

"Well, we have to be on our way, right Kouga?"

"Right. We're going to L'Amour." He boasted and offered his arm to Kagome, who took it with a grin on her face.

As they retreated Sango rested against the door, waiting for Miroku to bring his full attention back to her and say goodnight. When he did she found herself blushing again. He put his hand right next to her head and leaned his weight on it.

"Then I guess this is goodnight?"

She sighed and looked at anywhere but his face, "I guess…"

He found himself coloring slightly when she gave him a sideways glanced and scrunched up her nose cutely. And then suddenly, her lips were on his and he could feel her arms wound tightly around his neck. He was seeing colors behind his eyelids now; it was so incredibly amazing.

"Mmm. Miroku…" she teased when she pulled away. "Goodnight."

He licked his lips and decided it was for the best if he left now. Otherwise he they would be lip locked all night if he had a say in it all. "Yeah. Goodnight."

"Bye," she waved and then left.

He decided that he had to get back to the room. Seiko needed to know the news!

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"Do you think he sees me?"

Kouga growled, "Yeah, he hasn't stopped glancing over here! The jerk looks over here just about every five freakin' seconds and Kikyo hasn't noticed!"

"I have to do something! Anything!"

"Kagome, did you hear me right? He notices you already!"

She fidgeted again, adjusting her skirt, "I'm going to use the bathroom. Be back in a second, okay?"

"Alright."

When Kagome went into the ladies room she looked at herself intently in the mirror, inspecting for any flaws. The door swung open and Kikyo walked in, choking the air with her haughtiness.

"Well, Kagome is it? Are you and Kouga going out?"

"Yes we are. Are you and Inuyasha are back together?"

"For your information. Yes, we are as well."

Meanwhile, back the table. The waiter brought Kouga and Kagome's meals. Kouga's mouth watered at seeing Kagome's spaghetti and meatballs and just couldn't resist. He found himself leaning across the table to get a bite, just one to satiate his hunger.

The marinara sauce dribbled off of his lips, everywhere, "Shit!"

He cleaned up what he could when he saw Kagome approaching quickly. "Oh goody! Our meals!"

Kouga smiled, keeping his mouth closed so she wouldn't see the excessive amount of spaghetti still in there.

"Mmm, this is good."

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::EyesofMidnight Signed On::

EyesofMidnight: Seiko!

Waruasobi03: Miroku!

EyesofMidnight: I just asked Sango on a date…where should I take her?

Waruasobi03: Depends how much you want to spend.

EyesofMidnight: You've got to be kidding me! I'll spend anything, and I'll do just about anything as long as she likes it.

Waruasobi03: …I don't know…

EyesofMidnight: Oh, that's okay, I'll think of something.

Warusobi03: I'm sure you'll be fine.

EyesofMidnight: Thanks again Seiko, without you I don't know what I'd do. My friends have been too troubled to talk about my love trifles anyway.

Warusobi03: It's no problem! I'll always be here to listen.

'Not always…not when I tell you who I really am. Miroku, love is about trust and forgiveness, so I'm going to tell you what I've been hiding and hopefully our relationship will still stand after tomorrow night.'

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The dance floor started to look appetizing to show off her moves after dinner was over. That way she would be up and in everyone's face.

"Kouga, let's dance."

"Alright!"

She swept him off his feet and into the clearing where other couples danced slowly in time with the music. Kagome heard a few snickers from around her but ignored them. They were just jealous of such of a handsome couple.

"Kagome. Inuyasha and Kikyo are dancing now, to our left. Do you see them?"

She nodded and he felt the response on his shoulder, "Yes…and Inuyasha is looking at me strangely. He must be extremely jealous."

Kouga sighed and melted into the feeling of having a goddess in his arms for the moment, "Yeah, he probably is."

Kagome felt a tap on her shoulder and looked around. Everyone was staring at her, either pointing or gawking. A snooty looking girl looked at her with a mischievous glint in her eyes before handing her something, "I think you're going to need this."

She looked down and saw a tampon in her hands, mortified. When she attempted to look at her own backside she didn't have to look far to see the stain. Her bottom lip quivered when she saw half of the restaurant watching her every move, laughing or completely disgusted.

Her vision blurred up…and when she saw Inuyasha looking horrified and Kikyo…yes, Kikyo, looking on with evil satisfaction, she had enough. She ran out of there, sobs racking her body.

And when Kouga realized what he hand done…he felt terrible, "Whoopsy. I need to learn some table manners."

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Sango sat on the edge of her friend's bed, trying to do her best to soothe her by letting a hand drift up and down her back in a comforting manner.

"Shh, Kagome, it's going to be alright."

Kagome looked at her with a tear-streaked face, her mascara smearing, and her nose running as well. "No it won't, Sango! I can never show my face in this town again! I'm so embarrassed!"

Sango hugged her and helped her through the problem the best way she could. With a little tender, love, and care.

And some Midol…which she didn't really need.

Thanks to my reviewers:

Aamalie- Shall chaos ensue? Well…bwahahaha…it will, but not in the crazy Kagome friend form that you're thinking. It's more of…nevermind…I wouldn't even know what to name it anyway. I deeply apologize for not updating ASAP, like you asked. Thank you for reviewing!

SM together- I think this one is longer than the previous chapter, so yay! Thank you so much for taking your time to review!

Jessica- I again, am sorry. I made you wait a very long time for this new chapter. But I hope it was worth it…probably not, seeing as this chapter is full of embarrassment for Kagome. Sad, really. But thank you!

Kumaji- Yes, Kikyo has calmed down quite a bit…otherwise she couldn't have Inuyasha so freely! Who wouldn't tame their ways for that sexy boy! I know I would! And…yes, I'm sorry to you too for not updating soon like you requested! I hope you liked this chapter, thanks!

Sierra-You probably are dead right now. Can we please take a moment of silence in memory of our dear friend Sierra…who died, innocently waiting for Kikanemi to get off of her butt and write…but she didn't! You killed her Kikanemi! You killed her! Gosh darn you! *shakes fist* Well, if you're alive out there, here's an update to resurrect you. And thanks for the review!

LiL psYch0- She tried, oh how she tried to use our sexy wolf boy to get our sexy dog boy jealous…but in the end…our non-sexy red friend ruined it all. But it was all Kouga's fault! Dumb sexy wolf boy! Anyway…excuse me…thank you for reviewing again!

littlefreeze- Ahhhhhhhhhhh. AHHHHHHHHHHH. AHHHHHHHHHH! I started rolling on the floor when I got this review. I'm sorry, but I am strictly a default pairing kind of girl for Inuyasha. Kouga needs his Ayame, and Kagome needs her Inuyasha. I'm sorry… (If you want a REALLY good Kouga/Kagome read "My Unwilling Mate", I absolutely loved it.) Thanks!

MidnightRaven3- Your penname is what I was going to name a Teen Titans One Shot story. I haven't done much with it…but yeah. Just thought I'd point that out. Thank you for reviewing!

Soli-chan- Yes, those hair extensions. *Sigh* They always make me melt inside! No, but really, I understand. I hate finals! And let me make this clear, Shippo is older in this story. I failed to say that. He isn't that little one foot buggar, he's probably fifteen or sixteen and who knows…maybe he's five feet tall! Amazing! Well, it's late for me two. Two o'clock in the morning! I can hardly keep my eyes open past 10 anymore! Thank you so much!

rain angst- Thank you ever so much! (Doesn't that suck when you find a really good story and it's hard to just sit there and read it all even though you want to?)

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Evil Pixi Stick Spork Goddess- I'm probably too late! You went with this Japanese Idol, didn't you? Before I could save your soul from the liar! The liar! Was the ticket real? That's all I have to say…and where was it? In Japan? If you don't live anywhere near there then he shouldn't count on you going. Well, good luck in the romance department. (I need it too, sadly.) Thanks!

Tsurashi- Who are you? I do not seem to know you. I scare me very much. How come I do not know you? Why are you so scary? Mommy? I see the light, please help me. It is very late. Please, mommy. Help. Why is Tsurashi such a scary person? Hush now, do not mind her. Rest now, be at peace. Okay mommy. Uhh, Tracy? I have no idea what all that was, but I just scared myself very much. You know I love you…let's kiss! Okay! Not really, but let's. I am confusing myself. Thanks for reviewing dumb girl.

Kitti3g0Me0w- I will continue, and thank you.

Ilona- Here here here! I really hoped you liked it! Thanks for the review!

Misa-chan- I need to apologize to you about the whole "I'm Gay" thing. Personally I have nothing wrong with people preferring same sex relationships and whatnot, but from knowing so many prejudice straight men I have come to learn half of them are scared to be challenged about their sexuality. That was all I was trying to prove. I hope I didn't offend you too much. Thank you so much for IMing me and reviewing!

Khepri- I saw that movie way too many times to like it anymore. And thank you! I always wanted to add IM convos into a story, but seeing that half of the cast wouldn't know what a computer was I couldn't unless I wrote an AU! Well, thank you for reviewing!

Again, I apologize profusely!