Title: The Plan
By: Queen Beryl
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The song in here is "We Belong" by Pat Benatar. I was listening to this, and I thought... I can put this in The Plan so perfectly!!! And so, here it is! I hope you like it! ^_^ No, no, it's not becoming a song-fic or Broadway musical. Yes, I know you're all disappointed about that, but I'm sorry. *winks* Oh, and be prepared for so much fluff (and some angst) you'll get sick and swear off fluff and angst for a week!
No, I don't own Inu-Yasha *bursts into tears* but if I did, I'd make him confess his love for Kagome! Muahaha *choke*

Chapter Five: We Belong

"W-we belong?" Inuyasha stuttered over the words. Kagome's eyes widened, and she blushed, cursing herself mentally for letting that escape.
"Well, you know... I uh... how about we listen to music?" Kagome got up hurriedly and turned on her radio. She flipped through the stations casually as the radio personality was announcing the next song.
"This is one from the 80's, but it's a good one!" The opening chords were played, and Kagome recognized it instantly.
"Waa! I love this song!" Kagome squealed and sat back on her bed. Inuyasha looked at her skeptically.
"What's it called?"
"We Belong!" Kagome smiled and faltered for a moment. What a coincidence. I just mumbled to Inuyasha.... Her thoughts were cut short by the woman's voice singing.

~ Many times I've tried to tell you
Many times I've cried alone
Always I'm surprised how well you
Cut my feelings to the bone ~

Tch. This relates with Inuyasha perfectly, Kagome rolled her eyes. If only he knew how many times I have cried...

~ Don't want to leave you really
I've invested too much time
To give you up that easy
To the doubts that complicate your mind ~


Immediately, Kagome thought of Kikyo. This thought made her depressed, so she stole a glance at Inuyasha; he was staring down at the floor, concentrating on the music. She decided to follow his example on the matter. Forget Kikyo, Kagome commanded herself.

~ We belong to the light
We belong to the thunder
We belong to the sound of the words
We've both fallen under
Whatever we deny or embrace
For worse or for better
We belong, we belong
We belong together ~


Kagome and Inuyasha sat in companionable silence, listening to the lyrics. Inuyasha scooted closer to Kagome, until they were inches apart. He was leaning into her, his right arm extended so it was stretched across her back, leaning on the bed. He could smell her lovely fragrance, and he felt something... something he hadn't felt before.

~ Maybe it's a sign of weakness
When I don't know what to say
Maybe I just wouldn't know
What to do with my strength anyway
Have we become a habit
Do we distort the facts
Now there's no looking forward
Now there's no turning back
When you say

We belong to the light
We belong to the thunder
We belong to the sound of the words
We've both fallen under
Whatever we deny or embrace
For worse or for better
We belong, we belong
We belong together ~


Inuyasha was facing Kagome as she stared ahead, stick-straight. What is he doing? she asked herself. Inuyasha closed his eyes and breathed in deeply. A smile crept on his face, and he sat there... just breathing her in.
What am I doing? Inuyasha demanded of himself. What do I care? It won't matter if I slip just... this... once.... Inuyasha's other clawed hand reached over and held Kagome's smaller (non-clawed) one. Kagome's face burned as her stomach flipped. Her heart pounded wildly in her chest that now seemed too small to hold it.
But this is Inuyasha! her mind protested. I'm not supposed to feel this way about him! Her heart, however, also had something to say: but you do...

~ Close your eyes and try to sleep now
Close your eyes and try to dream
Clear your mind and do your best
To try and wash the palette clean
We can't begin to know it
How much we really care
I hear your voice inside me
I see your face everywhere
Still you say

We belong to the light
We belong to the thunder
We belong to the sound of the words
We've both fallen under
Whatever we deny or embrace
For worse or for better
We belong, we belong
We belong together ~


And it was all over. The song and the restraint. Kagome turned toward Inuyasha slightly. She could feel his warm breath on her cheek... so close. His eyes were still closed and a soft smile graced his lips. His lips. They were so close.... Inuyasha couldn't stand it anymore, either. Kagome's scent was overpowering him, the lyrics of that song filled his brain... all the pent up emotions weren't helping much either. He leaned into her more, and she didn't pull away. This was invitation enough for him. He opened his eyes, and they immediately focused on Kagome's lips. He went with his male instincts; he placed his lips on hers.
Kagome shuddered and kissed back, closing her eyes and immediately getting over the shock. The room around her was spinning rapidly. She and Inuyasha were the only ones in the world. Now this was bliss. Neither of them noticed that the song had stopped. Figures. Inuyasha leaned in to the kiss more, and Kagome fell back against the headboard. She ignored the dull pain and wrapped her arms around Inuyasha's neck, pulling him into her. He wrapped his arms around her torso hungrily, deepening the kiss as well. Minutes ticked by endlessly, it was all too perfect. After running out of air, the hanyou and girl pulled apart, almost reluctantly.
"Kagome..." Inuyasha's voice was deep. The same depth as the first bedroom incident that morning.
"Mmm?" Kagome asked, still breathless. She wasn't sure if it was the kiss or the lack of air that made her feel light-headed and giddy. She slowly opened her eyes.
"You were right... we do belong."
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A/N: The End. No, just kidding! Muahaha. I got you for a moment, didn't I? Oh, aren't I cruel? But... that would be a good place to end... right? *gets hit with shoes* or not....
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Inuyasha moved slightly, putting his hands behind his head while laying on his back. He stared up at Kagome's ceiling with unblinking, thoughtful eyes. That kiss left him stunned and somewhat high... now, it's all he could think about. The lights had been turned off at least an hour before, and Inuyasha could hear Kagome's soft, even breathing, signifying she was indeed asleep. Inuyasha was lying on the floor next to her bed, a slight smile gracing his handsome features. It quickly disappeared.
"What have I done?" He whispered aloud. He glanced over at the edge of the bed where Kagome's fingers could be seen. "What about Kikyo?" He shook his head. This was too confusing. He loved Kikyo before; Kagome was... is just a friend. Kikyo loved him too. Even if they had to go to Hell together, they'd do it... all for the sake of love. But was that how love was? Did the person you love always try to kill your friends? Did the person you love insist that you were evil the moment trust was broken? If so, call 1-800-Guess No.
Inuyasha shook his head. Did Kikyo love him? More importantly, did he love her back? Did that kiss with Kagome mean anything? Of course it did, you fool! the hanyou spat mentally. You felt something back there, and you can't deny it! You never felt like that with Kikyo. Inuyasha sighed and sat up, peering over at Kagome's sleeping form. She's beautiful... He shook his head and laid back down. I shouldn't be thinking things like that. He closed his eyes, hoping to get some sleep.
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Kagome smiled and opened her eyes slowly, stretching her arms over her head. The memory of last night, and her blessed dreams afterward, flooded her mind. She couldn't keep the grin and blush from accenting her beautiful face. She closed her eyes in the memory:

"You were right... we do belong."
"You really think so, Inuyasha?" Kagome mumbled, her heart still screaming against her ribcage. He rubbed his hand softly against her face.
"Yeah." He stated huskily. "I do."

Kagome peered over the side of her bed, only to find it barren. Her eyebrows knit together. "Inuyasha?"
"You ready to go yet, wench?" He demanded gruffly, his arms folded across his chest. He was standing next to her bedroom door, his usual scowl plastered on his face. Kagome started to wonder if last night wasn't just a dream. But the kiss felt so... real.
"I need a minute. Um, Inuyasha..." I have to know... was last night real? "Was last nigh-"
"Hurry up and get ready. Don't just sit there! Keh!" He exited the room, supposedly in search of food. Kagome sat up and got out of bed, her eyes becoming moist.
"Maybe last night was just a heaven-sent dream..." she muttered aloud, gathering a fresh uniform to change into. Little did Kagome know that a certain half-dog youkai was listening just outside the door. His frown deepened.
If she thinks it was just a dream, I can get away with it... He nodded. He'd let her pretend it was a dream. That way, he wouldn't hurt her anymore with his indecisions. He still hadn't made up his mind from last night. All he ended up doing was dreaming of the passionate kiss he and Kagome had shared.
"I'm ready, Inuyasha!" Kagome called, pulling open her door. She finished towel-drying her hair and discarded the fluffy rectangular piece of material on the floor.
"It's about time."
"It only took me fifteen minutes to get ready... with a shower!" Kagome protested.
"Keh! Let's go." He started off, running toward the kitchen to steal some ramen before they left.
"You're insufferable!" Kagome called after him. And I can't get my mind off you....
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"Okay, so, what's the plan when they get back?" Sango demanded of Miroku as they sat casually on a hill near the well. They had gone over the next part of the plan at least fifteen times so far... and Miroku had managed to mess it up in some way or another each time. Is he that brain-dead? Sango thought, rubbing her temples wearily.
"I instantly go to Kagome-sama and attempt to... uh..." The pervert frowned in concentration. "I'll uh..." he floundered.
"Woo?" Sango hinted.
"Yes, yes. Of course... I'm going to attempt to woo her, while dragging her off to some secluded area or something. In the meantime, you'll be flirting with Inuyasha until he's sick. Then, they'll rush into each other's arms gladly!" Miroku grinned.
"And it only took you sixteen times..." Sango shook her head.
"Well... it's hard to memorize all of that." Miroku protested defensively. Sango rolled her eyes.
"You would say that..."
Miroku just grinned and wiggled his eyebrows.
"Look! Here comes Kagome!" Sango pointed over to the well. "Closely followed by Inuyasha."
"Let's do this thing." Miroku nodded, standing up. He held out his hand to help Sango up as well. She took his hand after a moment of hesitation. Luckily for her, he didn't touch anywhere else other than her hands.
"Oi! I'm glad to see you both back! We were worried for a little while when you two didn't come back. We just figured you stayed in Kagome's time for the night..." Sango walked up to them, closely followed by Miroku... a little too closely.
"Kagome-chan, he didn't harm you in any way, did he?" Miroku demanded, seeming to be the protective boyfriend. He pulled Kagome toward him, looking her over in a concerned manner.
"No, Miroku. He-" Kagome stole a glance at Inuyasha and blushed slightly. "Well, nothing happened. Nothing at all." Miroku's face almost fell.
"Good. I can't have him touching my Kagome-chan." Miroku hugged the startled miko. "Let's go for a little mid-day walk, shall we?"
"It's only 10: 45." Kagome stated flatly.
"Mid-morning walk." Miroku pulled Kagome away from the well with a smile. Inuyasha would have pounded the lecher the moment he called Kagome "Kagome-chan" the first time, but Sango was latched onto his arm, her head on his muscular shoulder.
"That's perfect, isn't it, Yasha?" Sango purred. "That gives us time... alone." Inuyasha looked down at the demon exterminator, an eyebrow raised.
"Why would you want to be alone with me?"
"Don't you remember? I love you. I just want to be with you!" Sango smiled up at him. Oh, no. Here we go with this again... Inuyasha thought warily.
"Why?" Inuyasha turned to her. "Why do you love me?"
"Well," Sango faltered. Was he actually asking her this? Did it all finally click? "You're just a really wonderful person, and under that proud, arrogant exterior is someone who wants to be loved... by me." Sango rubbed her hand along Inuyasha's shoulder and stepped in front of him. I'm sorry, but I have to do this... Sango slowly raised herself onto her toes, inching ever closer to Inuyasha's face. She cupped her hands around the startled hanyou's face and drew it nearer to her own. Their lips were seconds apart as Kagome and Miroku reentered the clearing near the well.
Kagome gasped, her hands flying to her mouth to hide her shock and remorse. He's kissing Sango! she thought desperately.
"Stop!" Kagome yelled before she could stop herself. All three of her companions looked at her. Sango tried to hide a smile; this was working out better than she had hoped. Although, she did regret having to see Kagome so hurt and... well, jealous.
"Kagome! It- it's not what you think!" Inuyasha protested guiltily, trying to shove the demon exterminator away from him.
"I don't want to hear it! Sit! Sit! Sit!" Kagome sobbed, tears falling from her eyes. Her words were harsh, impacting Inuyasha until he fell with a loud thud to the dirt floor. She turned around and ran toward Kaede's hut. Going home wouldn't help her this time, not with all those memories of Inuyasha there... it wouldn't do anything good for her at all. Kagome ran blindly, due to tears, through the forest until she ran into something rough and soft at the same time. A pair of strong arms wrapped around her lovingly. Without looking to see who it was, Kagome hugged back. The embrace was warm and confident, everything she needed at that very moment. Finally, after the tears had stopped flowing so ruthlessly, she tilted her head back and looked up into the face.
It was Kouga.

Dun, dun, DUN! Uh, oh! Don't kill me! I was actually dying to make it longer, but I had stop it there! *hugs all the reviewers* I got such good reviews... I can't handle it! Thank you so much, you guys are wicked awesome!!! *bows to all reviewers*
And answering timelesslovelykagome, this is my first Inu-Yasha fic. Although I finished THESE HANDS, an Inu-Yasha one-shot, this story is still my first one.