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Title: The Way She Smiles
A/N: Hi everyone! It is like three in the morning and I am sooo completely tired, but I accomplished one of my many goals getting this updated. I hope you enjoy this!
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Chapter 2: And So It Begins
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*The Dormitory*
Kagome glanced around the dorm where she and Sango would be living for the rest of their senior year in high school. The kitchen was quaint, with a round table that seated 4 nearby. The living room was cozy with dozens of pictures here and there, including some of Sango's family, and friends. Kagome looked around her bedroom, before setting her bags down, and deciding to unpack later. The bed looked comfortable, and a spacious closet, with her own private bathroom.
She walked out of the room and almost immediately sprawled herself on top of the couch. She laid there motionless, with a look of utter bliss on her face, as she basked in the comfort of the soft cushioned couch.
Sango stood in the kitchen washing dishes and rolling her eyes at her cousin's peculiar behavior, before a rapid knock could be heard coming from the entry. She wiped her hands on a nearby dish cloth before draping it across her shoulder as she made her way in the direction of the door.
Sango's hand was seconds away from reaching the door knob, when the visitor on the outside got impatient. She jumped slightly as the knob seemingly turned out of its own accord. Instantly, she stepped back and prepared herself, as the door opened revealing the four people she had grown close to during her stay at Shikon School. She let out a breath she didn't realize she had been holding, after she became aware that there was no in danger.
"Who the fuck is that?" Inuyasha practically yelled, motioning in the direction of the already unconscious girl lying on the couch.
"Well hello to you too," Sango greeted sarcastically, closing the door behind them. She headed back to the kitchen to finish the dishes, while her friends followed, still staring at Kagome.
"And why in the hell is she sleeping at," Inuyasha quickly checked his watch, "2 o'clock in the afternoon anyway?" he asked loudly and sat down with the rest.
"Inuyasha!" Sango whispered sharply, looking from the dishes, over her shoulder, "Do *not* wake her up! She just off an excruciatingly long flight from America and needs her rest."
"She doesn't look American," Kouga stated squinting at the sleeping girl from across the room.
"That's because she isn't," Sango replied rubbing her temples. Unable to concentrate on the dishes any longer, she set the rage down after wiping her hands yet again. "She's my cousin if you must know."
"So what's her story?" Miroku asked curiously, looking at Sango for an answer. "Why is she here?"
"To go to school like the rest of us houshi." She crossed her arms and gave a tiny glare in the direction of her boyfriend, hoping that he wouldn't press the subject of Kagome's past. "Oh and before I forget, don't you dare touch her. She will kick your ass like no other, and after she's done. I will." The look she gave him, told Miroku that pain would be prominent in his future, if he didn't abide by her words. He didn't think he had ever seen her quite as serious as when she said those simple statements.
"Sango, do you really think that low of me? That I would stoop so low, as to commit such a *heinous* crime when I already have a perfectly lovely girlfriend?" he asked holding his hand up to his heart, looking disbelieving into her eyes, and Sango didn't bye it for a second.
"Yes," she growled out, clenching her fists.
"I don't know Sango; I wouldn't blame Miroku for wanting to touch her. I might even have to restrain myself." Kouga said raking his eyes up and down Kagome's form, before giving Sango a wolfish grin.
"Don't any of you even think about hurting her.! She has already been through enough," Sango snapped her gaze to look intently at each of the men, pointing an accusing finger at them all, "and she doesn't need any of you bothering her either!" She covered her mouth with her hand after she realized what she had just said and how loud she had been saying it. Her head turned expectantly towards Kagome, waiting for her to wake up, and berate her about revealing some personal information.
Before anyone could question Sango's little declaration, Kagome groaned and began to twist and turn, nearly falling off the couch. Her body thrashed and her face contorted, in what looked like pain.
"What is wrong with her?" Sesshoumaru inquired impassively, speaking for the first time, while never taking his eyes off of the disturbed girl. He felt a small twinge of worry, unknown to him, when she started to mumble incoherently and toss her head from side to side.
"I. I don't know." Sango look about ready to rush over to her side and shake the poor girl out of her dream realm.
Suddenly Kagome's eyes shot open and her body flew up so she was now sitting on the couch rather than lying. Her breath came out in ragged pants, as she ran a single hand through her black tresses, and trying to suppress the memory of her terrible nightmare.
~Kagome's Pov~
I opened my eyes slowly, only to be greeted with the stares of four men, whom I have no clue who they are, and my cousin looking at me concerned. 'What is going on?'
"Good morning?" I greeted confusedly. Why were they looking at me so funnily?
"More like good afternoon," A man with silver hair replied, slouching in his chair. An irritable expression shone plainly on his face.
"Mind if I ask who the hell you people are?" What was going on?
~End of Kagome's Pov~
"Oh Kagome, I should have introduced you sooner," Sango began nervously, glad to have temporarily avoided the interrogation that was inevitable, but she was sure that Kagome's nightmare would probably only cause more questions, which even she was eager to find out the answers.
"This is Inuyasha, Miroku, Kouga, and Sesshoumaru. Guys, this is my cousin, and best friend Kagome Higurashi." The second after she had finished speaking, Miroku was found kneeling in front of Kagome with her hands in his.
"Miss Kagome, would you do me the honor of baring my child." Miroku said giving her a look of complete sincerity. 'Good actor' she though absently.
Sango began to crack her knuckles, ready to pound her boyfriend to a bloody pulp when Kagome smiled a evil little smirk. Her eyes danced playfully as she leaned in and whispered something meant for his ears alone.
"I wouldn't do something stupid Miroku, because Sango is quite infatuated with you." He looked happily surprised at Sango's face before something else was spoken softly by his girlfriend's cousin. "And if you ever do anything to cause her pain. lets just say that what I have in mind, will cause you to never experience the act of creating a child ever again." His face turned pale as he scrambled to put some distance in between them. Miroku's hands were being waved in front of him as he walked away still facing her, in his own silent gesture of surrender.
He stopped when he reached Sango, and wrapped his arms around her waist, bringing her as close to him as possible. Putting his head on top of her shoulder he told Kagome, "I think I will stick to my sweet Sango, Kagome- chan," She smiled sweetly and gave a light-hearted laugh when she noticed Miroku was still a bit pale.
"What did she tell you?" Sango asked inquisitively glancing towards him. One look at Kagome putting her index finger to her lips and softly shaking her head was enough to scare him into silence.
"Nothing my dear, nothing at all," he replied kissing her cheek and hugging her closer. Confused Sango dropped the subject. for the time being.
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'Wow' was all Sesshoumaru could think when she smiled. Her eyes twinkled, and her laugh was melodious. Rich like wine, and sweet like honey. When that smile graced her lips, her eyes lip it and he was sure, caused many men's hearts to skip a beat when directed at them. 'What am I doing' his expressionless appearance became a glare as he stared at the girl who was the cause of the unbidden thoughts that invaded his mind.
Soon his glower caught her attention, and she raised an eyebrow in return. 'What's *his* deal?' Before long everyone felt the tension that had developed between the two.
"Do you glare at everyone you don't know or am I just special?" Kagome spoke when she could no longer stand the quiet. Silence met her question and just when she thought he wasn't going to answer her, he spoke.
"The day I see you as special is the day that pigs begin to fly." She laughed to cover up the pang of hurt. It wasn't as if anyone else thought she was special, why should it matter whether this guy, whom she didn't even know, did or not.
She got up and walked till she was standing a foot away from where he sat at the oak table. When he stood their faces were but inches apart. His eye's sparked as he scowled at her from above. He was almost a head taller than her, giving him the advantage of intimidation, but if Kagome was intimidated, she certainly didn't show it.
"Bitch, why don't you go back to America where you came from?" Her jaw tightened and the lips that had smiled a smile like no other a few moments ago were no set in a grim line, and her eyes now shone with an undeniable fire.
"Who the fuck do you think you are?" she asked disgusted, "You stride in here on your high horse and what do you expect? Me to bow down to you or something? If that's it you've got another thing coming. There is no way I am going to sit around and listen to a conceited prick like you tell me what to do."
"Lets get one thing straight you little chit." Sesshoumaru snarled. "I make the rules. You do *not* want to get in my way." All his thoughts about her fascinating smile vanished as they glared daggers at one another.
"Why should I give a shit?"
"Because I rule this school." She rolled her eyes. Sesshoumaru was not the kind of guy to hit a girl, and was disgusted with those men who did, but at the present time, he was sorely tempted teach this girl a lesson. 'What is *wrong* with this wench? Doesn't she know who she's messing with?'
"Give the girl a break Sesshoumaru." Inuyasha placed an apprehensive hand upon his brother's shoulder. He had to admit that this girl Kagome certainly had some spine; either that or she was incredibly dense to stand up to a guy like his brother. "She doesn't know what she is talking about." He visibly flinched from the glare he received, given by both Sesshoumaru and Kagome.
Without another word, Sesshoumaru stalked out of the door, but not before giving one final glance at the incredulous girl that dared to defy him. 'And so it begins. You, girl, don't have any idea of what you're up against.'
Kagome's body shook with rage at the audacity and arrogance that this 'Sesshoumaru' possessed, as she stormed into her own room, slamming the door on her way.
"Well," Kouga said, blinking repeatedly. "That was interesting" The rest nodded in agreement.
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A/N: I am soooo glad I got this updated. I was contemplating whether or not I should just skip this week's update but I didn't! Hooray for me! But unfortunately it is a *little* rushed. Sorry about that. Hey does anybody know of a different summery I could use. I don't think this one is catchy enough. And I want to thank everyone who sent me reviews! I am so happy! *gushes* Well tell me if you liked it or not! Thanks again! Bye! Oh and don't forget. REVIEW! I am looking forward to seeing you review again! (
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Title: The Way She Smiles
A/N: Hi everyone! It is like three in the morning and I am sooo completely tired, but I accomplished one of my many goals getting this updated. I hope you enjoy this!
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Chapter 2: And So It Begins
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*The Dormitory*
Kagome glanced around the dorm where she and Sango would be living for the rest of their senior year in high school. The kitchen was quaint, with a round table that seated 4 nearby. The living room was cozy with dozens of pictures here and there, including some of Sango's family, and friends. Kagome looked around her bedroom, before setting her bags down, and deciding to unpack later. The bed looked comfortable, and a spacious closet, with her own private bathroom.
She walked out of the room and almost immediately sprawled herself on top of the couch. She laid there motionless, with a look of utter bliss on her face, as she basked in the comfort of the soft cushioned couch.
Sango stood in the kitchen washing dishes and rolling her eyes at her cousin's peculiar behavior, before a rapid knock could be heard coming from the entry. She wiped her hands on a nearby dish cloth before draping it across her shoulder as she made her way in the direction of the door.
Sango's hand was seconds away from reaching the door knob, when the visitor on the outside got impatient. She jumped slightly as the knob seemingly turned out of its own accord. Instantly, she stepped back and prepared herself, as the door opened revealing the four people she had grown close to during her stay at Shikon School. She let out a breath she didn't realize she had been holding, after she became aware that there was no in danger.
"Who the fuck is that?" Inuyasha practically yelled, motioning in the direction of the already unconscious girl lying on the couch.
"Well hello to you too," Sango greeted sarcastically, closing the door behind them. She headed back to the kitchen to finish the dishes, while her friends followed, still staring at Kagome.
"And why in the hell is she sleeping at," Inuyasha quickly checked his watch, "2 o'clock in the afternoon anyway?" he asked loudly and sat down with the rest.
"Inuyasha!" Sango whispered sharply, looking from the dishes, over her shoulder, "Do *not* wake her up! She just off an excruciatingly long flight from America and needs her rest."
"She doesn't look American," Kouga stated squinting at the sleeping girl from across the room.
"That's because she isn't," Sango replied rubbing her temples. Unable to concentrate on the dishes any longer, she set the rage down after wiping her hands yet again. "She's my cousin if you must know."
"So what's her story?" Miroku asked curiously, looking at Sango for an answer. "Why is she here?"
"To go to school like the rest of us houshi." She crossed her arms and gave a tiny glare in the direction of her boyfriend, hoping that he wouldn't press the subject of Kagome's past. "Oh and before I forget, don't you dare touch her. She will kick your ass like no other, and after she's done. I will." The look she gave him, told Miroku that pain would be prominent in his future, if he didn't abide by her words. He didn't think he had ever seen her quite as serious as when she said those simple statements.
"Sango, do you really think that low of me? That I would stoop so low, as to commit such a *heinous* crime when I already have a perfectly lovely girlfriend?" he asked holding his hand up to his heart, looking disbelieving into her eyes, and Sango didn't bye it for a second.
"Yes," she growled out, clenching her fists.
"I don't know Sango; I wouldn't blame Miroku for wanting to touch her. I might even have to restrain myself." Kouga said raking his eyes up and down Kagome's form, before giving Sango a wolfish grin.
"Don't any of you even think about hurting her.! She has already been through enough," Sango snapped her gaze to look intently at each of the men, pointing an accusing finger at them all, "and she doesn't need any of you bothering her either!" She covered her mouth with her hand after she realized what she had just said and how loud she had been saying it. Her head turned expectantly towards Kagome, waiting for her to wake up, and berate her about revealing some personal information.
Before anyone could question Sango's little declaration, Kagome groaned and began to twist and turn, nearly falling off the couch. Her body thrashed and her face contorted, in what looked like pain.
"What is wrong with her?" Sesshoumaru inquired impassively, speaking for the first time, while never taking his eyes off of the disturbed girl. He felt a small twinge of worry, unknown to him, when she started to mumble incoherently and toss her head from side to side.
"I. I don't know." Sango look about ready to rush over to her side and shake the poor girl out of her dream realm.
Suddenly Kagome's eyes shot open and her body flew up so she was now sitting on the couch rather than lying. Her breath came out in ragged pants, as she ran a single hand through her black tresses, and trying to suppress the memory of her terrible nightmare.
~Kagome's Pov~
I opened my eyes slowly, only to be greeted with the stares of four men, whom I have no clue who they are, and my cousin looking at me concerned. 'What is going on?'
"Good morning?" I greeted confusedly. Why were they looking at me so funnily?
"More like good afternoon," A man with silver hair replied, slouching in his chair. An irritable expression shone plainly on his face.
"Mind if I ask who the hell you people are?" What was going on?
~End of Kagome's Pov~
"Oh Kagome, I should have introduced you sooner," Sango began nervously, glad to have temporarily avoided the interrogation that was inevitable, but she was sure that Kagome's nightmare would probably only cause more questions, which even she was eager to find out the answers.
"This is Inuyasha, Miroku, Kouga, and Sesshoumaru. Guys, this is my cousin, and best friend Kagome Higurashi." The second after she had finished speaking, Miroku was found kneeling in front of Kagome with her hands in his.
"Miss Kagome, would you do me the honor of baring my child." Miroku said giving her a look of complete sincerity. 'Good actor' she though absently.
Sango began to crack her knuckles, ready to pound her boyfriend to a bloody pulp when Kagome smiled a evil little smirk. Her eyes danced playfully as she leaned in and whispered something meant for his ears alone.
"I wouldn't do something stupid Miroku, because Sango is quite infatuated with you." He looked happily surprised at Sango's face before something else was spoken softly by his girlfriend's cousin. "And if you ever do anything to cause her pain. lets just say that what I have in mind, will cause you to never experience the act of creating a child ever again." His face turned pale as he scrambled to put some distance in between them. Miroku's hands were being waved in front of him as he walked away still facing her, in his own silent gesture of surrender.
He stopped when he reached Sango, and wrapped his arms around her waist, bringing her as close to him as possible. Putting his head on top of her shoulder he told Kagome, "I think I will stick to my sweet Sango, Kagome- chan," She smiled sweetly and gave a light-hearted laugh when she noticed Miroku was still a bit pale.
"What did she tell you?" Sango asked inquisitively glancing towards him. One look at Kagome putting her index finger to her lips and softly shaking her head was enough to scare him into silence.
"Nothing my dear, nothing at all," he replied kissing her cheek and hugging her closer. Confused Sango dropped the subject. for the time being.
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'Wow' was all Sesshoumaru could think when she smiled. Her eyes twinkled, and her laugh was melodious. Rich like wine, and sweet like honey. When that smile graced her lips, her eyes lip it and he was sure, caused many men's hearts to skip a beat when directed at them. 'What am I doing' his expressionless appearance became a glare as he stared at the girl who was the cause of the unbidden thoughts that invaded his mind.
Soon his glower caught her attention, and she raised an eyebrow in return. 'What's *his* deal?' Before long everyone felt the tension that had developed between the two.
"Do you glare at everyone you don't know or am I just special?" Kagome spoke when she could no longer stand the quiet. Silence met her question and just when she thought he wasn't going to answer her, he spoke.
"The day I see you as special is the day that pigs begin to fly." She laughed to cover up the pang of hurt. It wasn't as if anyone else thought she was special, why should it matter whether this guy, whom she didn't even know, did or not.
She got up and walked till she was standing a foot away from where he sat at the oak table. When he stood their faces were but inches apart. His eye's sparked as he scowled at her from above. He was almost a head taller than her, giving him the advantage of intimidation, but if Kagome was intimidated, she certainly didn't show it.
"Bitch, why don't you go back to America where you came from?" Her jaw tightened and the lips that had smiled a smile like no other a few moments ago were no set in a grim line, and her eyes now shone with an undeniable fire.
"Who the fuck do you think you are?" she asked disgusted, "You stride in here on your high horse and what do you expect? Me to bow down to you or something? If that's it you've got another thing coming. There is no way I am going to sit around and listen to a conceited prick like you tell me what to do."
"Lets get one thing straight you little chit." Sesshoumaru snarled. "I make the rules. You do *not* want to get in my way." All his thoughts about her fascinating smile vanished as they glared daggers at one another.
"Why should I give a shit?"
"Because I rule this school." She rolled her eyes. Sesshoumaru was not the kind of guy to hit a girl, and was disgusted with those men who did, but at the present time, he was sorely tempted teach this girl a lesson. 'What is *wrong* with this wench? Doesn't she know who she's messing with?'
"Give the girl a break Sesshoumaru." Inuyasha placed an apprehensive hand upon his brother's shoulder. He had to admit that this girl Kagome certainly had some spine; either that or she was incredibly dense to stand up to a guy like his brother. "She doesn't know what she is talking about." He visibly flinched from the glare he received, given by both Sesshoumaru and Kagome.
Without another word, Sesshoumaru stalked out of the door, but not before giving one final glance at the incredulous girl that dared to defy him. 'And so it begins. You, girl, don't have any idea of what you're up against.'
Kagome's body shook with rage at the audacity and arrogance that this 'Sesshoumaru' possessed, as she stormed into her own room, slamming the door on her way.
"Well," Kouga said, blinking repeatedly. "That was interesting" The rest nodded in agreement.
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A/N: I am soooo glad I got this updated. I was contemplating whether or not I should just skip this week's update but I didn't! Hooray for me! But unfortunately it is a *little* rushed. Sorry about that. Hey does anybody know of a different summery I could use. I don't think this one is catchy enough. And I want to thank everyone who sent me reviews! I am so happy! *gushes* Well tell me if you liked it or not! Thanks again! Bye! Oh and don't forget. REVIEW! I am looking forward to seeing you review again! (
Review Responses:
Thundergirl: Yeah that dude is really cool. Thank you for reviewing!
rosie: Cute name! I'm glad you didn't find any errors.
The Couples Writer: Please review again! You make me feel all. warm and fuzzy inside! Do you have any ideas on what my summery could be? Thank you! (
blackbeltkatie: Thank you so much! I don't like that either when people start a story and then don't finish it.
Yle_chan: lol.
Youkai Yume: I was so happy when you reviewed! You are one of my all time favorite authors at fanfiction.net. But Sess and the people aren't exactly friends, I guess he just thinks of them as tolerable. Thanks for reviewing!
angelgrl: You're so sweet!
Kage Otome: Ooooo you should update that one too!
kojika85: I try and update once a week or so.
Cat: I will be waiting for your reviews! (
JerrySpringerFAN: Thank you!
Musiq-Misstress101: I can't wait for your story!
Shanaka: I'm glad you liked it! (
anime otaku 58316: You should review that one too!
