DISCLAIMER: haha… no
Sorry, this has been such a long week and I have been having trouble trying to update. Not to mention that Christmas was right there and I had so many priorities to take care of first before I could even THINK about sitting down at a computer and writing this next chapter. I didn't even get to think about what this chapter will really be about but oh well. I don't have much of a writers block YET… but don't worry you will be seeing your chapters like usual!! I am at my aunt's house right now writing part of this. I have to save it to a disk and then take it to my dad's house and load it there and finish writing it. But the problem is, my dad doesn't have Internet access on that computer because the modem is a piece of junk and pisses me off all the time. Ah, don't worry though, its all good.
And, thank you to everyone who reviewed!! I appreciate it sooo much!! I will write thank you things and stuff of that sort at the end of a chapter maybe next chapter, not this one because I have no Internet access… and well I can't see who wrote what!
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Title: No more lil school girl
Chapter 14: More Secrets
Kagome's mouth flew open in awe. She couldn't believe what she was actually seeing. Sango was just as shocked. The two approached the table and gaped at the amount of food that was laid out. Kagome picked up a glass that was filled with champagne and took a small sip. It was Krystal.
"Since when did you guys know how to cook?" Sango asked taking a seat at the table. "Everything looks heavenly!"
"Yes, you must tell" Kagome added, too taking a seat at the table.
Miroku chuckled and sat down next to Sango. "My thanks to Food Network" he said casually, slipping an arm around Sango's shoulders unnoticing. Sango blushed a dark red and scooted over so his arm fell off of her shoulders.
Sango cleared her throat and looked over at Inuyasha. He was staring deeply out the kitchen window at the moon and stars. It was like he was looking for someone, maybe even praying. She studied his facial features; he was nervous, but yet excited about something all at the same time. Inuyasha could feel the weight of someone staring at him and looked over his shoulder, catching Sango quickly whip her head around immediately.
'Why was she staring at me?' he thought. He took one last glance outside and sat down next to Kagome. He looked at Kagome until she averted her attention to him, she quirked an eyebrow questioningly.
"What is it, Inuyasha?" she asked, putting some mashed potatoes onto her plate.
'Hmm, maybe this isn't the right time to bring this up, maybe some other time…' he looked down at the floor and then back to Kagome's eyes. "Nothing, umm… yeah, nothing." He lied quickly turning his head to the turkey. He reaches across the table and grabbed the carving knife. Slowly and carefully, he cut the turkey extra thinly and divided it among the 4 of them evenly. When he was finished, he sat down and started eating. The 4 ate quietly the whole time, until Miroku decided to break the silence that was beginning to become heavy. He cleared his throat and stopped eating for a moment.
"So, what are everyone's plans for Christmas this year? Because, I mean, if none of you were doing anything maybe the 4 of us could get together and do something." Miroku said. He looked at Sango and arched a brow. "How about you dear, free?" Sango just ignored his pitiful attempts and continued eating silently. This time, Inuyasha spoke up.
"Well, I kind of have something planned, but I was wondering if someone would like to accompany me." He said. Inuyasha turned to Kagome. "Will you keep me company tomorrow on Christmas Eve? I have a to do a few things, but I promise you will enjoy yourself." He pleaded, looking into her eyes. He was looking for an answer in them, alls he saw was confusion.
"Inuyasha, I don't know, I wanted to visit my family. This is the first year that I haven't spent Christmas with them" she answered. She put her hand on top of his below the table, so Miroku and Sango wouldn't see.
Inuyasha looked upset. "Please Kagome? It would mean a lot to me if you joined me tomorrow night" Inuyasha counter fired. Hi expression was gloom and hurt at the same time. Kagome looked sullenly at him, he really was sad. Kagome reached into her purse that was still slung over her shoulder and pulled out a pen. She took off the cap to the pen and wrote on Inuyasha's hand. "Meet me in my dorm at 7:30. Sango will be gone by then" Inuyasha read his hand intently, being careful to keep it hidden from the other two teenagers. He nodded and turned around to finish eating his dinner.
Sango excused herself early and put her plate in the kitchen sink. She then rinsed it off, and placed it back in the cabinet. She looked at her watch and quickly grabbed her coat.
"Where are you going, love?" Miroku asked from afar. Sango glared at him for the 'love' comment, and slipped on her Birkenstock shoes.
"It is almost 7:00, and I must leave to meet my brother. He is arriving at the train station at 8:00 and it is quite a drive to get there. I will be back by 9:00! Ciao!" she called. She ran out the door and slammed it shut behind her. Everyone still sitting at the dinner table exchanged glances and got up to empty their plates. Kagome volunteered to wash the dishes, and Miroku and Inuyasha watched football on TV. Kagome finished and poked her head into the living room where the two boys sat. Well, more like one boy sat. The other- Inuyasha- couldn't sit still. Deciding to not make her presence known, she turned on the kitchen faucet to make it sound like she was still washing dishes, and poked her head back around the corner.
"Inuyasha, would you just sit still, I am trying to watch the game" Miroku said, swatting at Inuyasha but missing greatly. Inuyasha looked out the window at the moon again.
"Miroku, I can't" Inuyasha said. He put his hands on Miroku's head and turned it toward the window. A series of "ooh"'s and "Ahhh"'s were said.
"I see, but you are suppose to meet Kagome, am I right?" he questioned riveting his eyes back to the television screen. Inuyasha gaped at him.
Inuyasha quirked a brow. "How did you know?"
Miroku smirked. "I couldn't help but see it written on your hand when you turned my head to the window" he explained. Inuyasha mentally slapped himself for his stupidity.
"Well whatever, you have to tell her that I can't come. Tell her I am sick or something" he said glancing at his watch. "You have about… 20 minutes to do it"
Miroku put his hands up in defense. "Uh-uh, no way you are making me do it. I have things to do too you know" Miroku shot at him. Inuyasha was confused.
"Like what do YOU have to do on a Sunday?" he questioned.
Miroku laughed. "Well, down the road at the local bar, it's Stripper Sunday. I don't want to miss it, so if you would excuse me, I have to get going" he said pushing Inuyasha out of the way. He picked up his wallet that was laying on the counter, and left.
Kagome, who was still investigating, turned off the sink faucet and came out of the kitchen. 'What does he mean he can't come over?
"Inuyasha?"
Inuyasha turned around to face her. "Yes?" he answered.
"I have to get going, my dorm is a complete mess, and I think that I should clean it if Sango's brother Kohaku is coming over to visit for Christmas." She explained quickly. She blew out a candle nearby and dragged the bags of gifts she had bought earlier out the door with her. Inuyasha stopped her.
"Aren't you supposed to be sleeping over here in our dorm?" Inuyasha said, helping her with one of the heavy bags.
Kagome looked up. "Oh yes, I know, but since Kohaku is coming, he can stay in our dorm since there isn't room to stay with us 4. Since the heater is broken, we can just give him our extra blankets, and I am sure he will bring his own also" She struggled to yank the large oversized bag out the door. Inuyasha rushed to her side and pulled it through.
"Allow me" he said, throwing the bag over his shoulder and dropping it inside of her dorm room. Kagome stared in awe.
"Thanks, Inuyasha" Kagome said thankfully. "What would I do without you?" she accidentally said aloud. 'Gods he is strong...' She couldn't help but say mentally.
Inuyasha blushed and exited the dorm room. "Your welcome" he said softly. "Umm Kagome?"
"Yes?"
"I don't think I am feeling very well, I am just going to stay in my room for the rest of the night" he said quickly and sprinted into his dorm and slammed his and Miroku's door shut.
Kagome couldn't believe he was sick after hearing that conversation with Miroku. "He is hiding something from me, and I am going to find out" she said aloud, entering her dorm, and shutting it behind her.
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1 hour later
Kagome crept out of the clean dorm room, her plan in mind. She halted in front of the room door and opened it slowly and carefully. The door groaned, and Kagome pulled her hand back in response. There was no movement, so she resumed opening the door. Once opened, she slid inside quiet as a mouse and peaked around the hall corner to make sure he wasn't coming. The coast was clear. She tip toed through the hall and approached Inuyasha and Miroku's room door. She lay on the floor and looked under the door. She could see that the room was a mess and it looked like one of them had a dog or cat, or some animal due to the amount of hair on the ground. It was silvery white and looked very silky. Seeing no sign of life, Kagome stood up. She suddenly slipped and scrambled to grab something to keep her balance. Unfortunately, the thing that she grabbed was the door knob, and she pushed open the door causing it to creak and squeal under the impact.
'Oh shit' she screamed falling into the room.
Kagome stood up shakily and turned to leave, she didn't even look around, afraid that Inuyasha would be angry for barging in. Kagome could feel a hand lay on her shoulder, and she was whipped around to face what had grabbed her- Inuyasha. Kagome gasped.
"Omg"
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Sesshy- Bitch, how dare you end it here!
Kiwii- shut it, or I WILL end it here!
Sesshy- *shuts up* you'll pay for that… *mumbles*
Kiwii- what was that?
Sesshy- nothing… *whistles*
Kiwii- ok well since I love you all so much, Ill continue!!
Sesshy- that's what I thought, bitch
Kiwii- that's it! You are SO getting fixed!!
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Kagome started backing up toward the door. She tripped over a pile of clothing and fell backwards. She shut her eyes, waiting to hit the ground, but it never came. She opened her eyes and stared into warm gold eyes. Inuyasha had caught her and was holding her bridal style.
"What is wrong with you, Inuyasha?" Kagome asked nervously. She wiggled to be put down immediately by this… creature.
Inuyasha put her down and walked to the window. He shut off the lights and rolled the shades up. The moonlight poured into the room. Inuyasha sat on his bed under the moonlight, and he looked normal- black hair, and purple eyes.
"Kagome, I have to tell you something" he said quietly. Kagome nodded and listened carefully. "I am half youkai or hanyou" he confessed. He lowered his head and stepped out of the moonlight, turning on the room lights. He was completely changed.
"Why didn't you tell me sooner?" she asked angrily.
"I was afraid that if I told you I was a hanyou, you wouldn't like me since you are a miko." He explained looking into her eyes. "But I should have told you; despite the fact that I knew you were a miko. I wasn't being fair or honest with you the whole time. I completely understand if you think I am some freak of nature, or beast. I just... I just…"
Kagome wiped away a tear that had escaped her eyes, and put a hand under his chin. "You just what?"
"I just don't want to lose you" he confessed. "Ever" Kagome started crying harder and pulled him into a hug.
"I don't think you are a freak of nature, nor a beast. I think you are a handsome loving guy named Inuyasha who cares deeply for me" she said as more tears streamed down her cheeks. "You said one of the nicest things I have ever heard in my life, you are the first person who doesn't want to lose me, and I feel the same way about you. I don't care if you are hanyou, or even me a miko, I love you" Kagome released Inuyasha from the warm embrace and wiped her eyes. The three sacred words had been spoken, and Kagome waited patiently for him to say them back for the first time.
Inuyasha couldn't believe his ears, or dog ears I might add. "Kagome…" He pulled her into another hug and inhaled her scent, which was much stronger now that he had his dog demon abilities. She smelled of Jasmine and Lavender, sweet like vanilla. He didn't say anything at all, just held her there. Kagome didn't think he was going to answer and took his silence the wrong way.
"It's okay if you don't want to love me back; it's been a while since I felt this way about someone. I just wanted to at least let you know" she sniffled, and tried to hold back more tears. "I better get going..." she said standing up. She turned around as another tear escaped and fell to the carpet, glistening in the moonlight that still poured into the room. As she turned away Inuyasha caught her arm and tugged her back onto the bed next to him. Kagome stared into his eyes, they seemed loving. He again didn't say anything, like he was at a loss of words.
'Why can't you say it?!' screamed something in Inuyasha's head.
'Who are you?'
'Your subconscious'
'What do you want?'
'I want you to return the favor. This is what you have been waiting so long for!'
'I can't, I don't know what to do'
'How about…'
Kagome was about to open her mouth to tell Inuyasha that she was sorry for ever confessing her feelings if they didn't mean anything to him, when Inuyasha took advantage of the opportunity. In a split second, Inuyasha was lip locking Kagome in the most passionate kiss of either of their lives. Kagome was shocked at first but relaxed and kissed him back. Inuyasha pulled away and hugged her tightly.
"Kagome… I love you too" Inuyasha finally said. He pulled her in for another kiss and this time Kagome parted her lips so Inuyasha's tongue could enter. After about a minute, the two came up for air.
"Inuyasha? When do you think we should tell Miroku and Sango?" Kagome asked, laying down on his bed and yawning.
"I don't know, whenever they finally get together I guess" he answered. He then laid down next to her and put his arm around her waist, pulling her against him. Kagome reached up and started petting his ears; she could almost hear a purr sound escape Inuyasha's throat.
"Your ears are so cute, you know that?" Kagome laughed. She kissed his forehead and sat up.
"No, I don't think I have heard anyone tell that to me since the only people who know about my ears are Sesshy and my dead parents" Inuyasha explained. Kagome gasped and looked sorry for asking.
"Oh, I am sorry Inuyasha, really. I didn't mean to ask that" Kagome said sadly. "Who do you live with now?"
"Just Sesshy, but we are both in college so the house is empty"
Kagome was confused. "Who is Sesshy, and what college does he go to?"
"Sesshy is Sesshoumaru, my half brother, and he goes to our college. He is a third year here." He answered. Kagome laid back down and got under the covers. Inuyasha could feel her shiver, so he pulled her closer to him so she would stay warm.
"Oh alright. Hey, do you want to go to Starbucks with me? Sango won't be back for another hour or so, and god knows when Miroku will get back from that bar" Kagome suggested. She still couldn't believe that Miroku would go to a bar when he had Sango. He didn't know it yet, but Sango likes him, and everyone can tell he feels the same way. 'There must be a way to get them together'
"Okay, I'll buy" Inuyasha said opening the bedroom door for her. Kagome was about to exit, but turned around and stared at him. She pointed to his ears and grinned.
"We have to do something about those; umm, how long do you stay in your youkai form?" Kagome asked. She threw a hat on top of his head to cover up the ears, and started looking around for gloves to cover up the claws.
"Every full moon, but I can change whenever I want to"
Kagome helped Inuyasha slip on the gloves and put her own jacket on. "Should we tell Sango and Miroku about this?"
"Miroku already knows, but Sango doesn't. We can tell Sango when she comes back, but not until Kohaku is settled in and asleep. I don't want to scare the kid" Inuyasha ushered Kagome out of the room and out into the hallway. He locked the door and led Kagome outside to the courtyard. It was snowing lightly, and there were a few inches already on the ground.
"It looks beautiful" Kagome said in awe. She tried to soak up the whole picture with her eyes on the short walk to the Starbucks on campus.
"But not as beautiful as you, love" Inuyasha answered deviously. He wrapped an arm around her shoulders and Kagome rested her head on his shoulder as they walked through the winter wonderland.
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Okay!! Another chapter done now!! I think that Sesshy will make an appearance sometime soon in the next few chapters coming up, so just wait a little longer!! I think that Rin should also make an appearance, and same goes for Shippou. But that is all up to you great reviewers!!!
Here are a few questions I would like answered:
1.) How is the story so far?
a) Great
b) Good
c) Okay
d) This sucks
**if you want to live you won't choose the last one…
2.) Who should make an appearance coming up?
a) Sesshy
b) Rin
c) Both
d) Neither
3.) Should I think of writing a sequel? Or maybe keep going AFTER all this, the rest of college… after college... ECT
a) YES
b) No
c) Just a little…
d) I really don't know, nor do I care ^^
4.) IF I write a sequel, what should it be about?
a) Just keep going like there never was an ending!!
B) The NEXT year of college!
c) New characters (Kouga, Kagura ect…HOJO & KIKYO coming back…)
d) Kagome changing her feelings toward Inu and going head over heels for Sesshy!! ((sry, couldn't resist!!))
Just think of this chapter as a... New Years present?? …uhh, yeah, New Years present… sure. I will try to write the next chapter as soon as I can, so please be patient!!
Recommendation: My first recommendation is a Sess/Kag fic
Title: To Bear Witness
By: Striking Falcon
Striking Falcon is a very very talented writer, and you should check out the rest of her stories, they are outstanding!!
Summary: A known CEO and his Junior Exec. are being protected by the U. S. Marshals until further notice. What happens when it's not someone you're supposed to protect, but something? SK
Chapter 15: Fireworks
Kagome looked into the starry sky as tons of beautiful fireworks exploded overhead.
"Wow Inuyasha… this is just great" Kagome started spinning in circles, still staring into the dark night sky. Inuyasha stopped her and turned her attention to something in his hand.
"Omg.."
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Let's all be happy!! *does little dance*
Kiwii
