You want me to What?
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Disclaimer: You know, I'm running out of creative ways to say this. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. (Gets kind of monotonous, don't it?) Anyway, I think I've gotten my point across..
lostdreams: Sorry for the wait on this. I've been caught up with Drifting Desires, my latest fic. Man..it's hard to stop when you just have something in your head. Anywho, here's your pigeon..(my cousin says this all the time and I find it hilarious..^_^)
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Chapter 12
Brothers, Bothers and a little Romance
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Inuyasha's entire body was tense, Miroku could see it in every movement the hanyou made. Sesshomaru stood in the middle of their living room looking as pompous as always in his sharp gray suit, pressed and perfect as always. As long as Miroku had known Inuyasha, he had only met Sesshomaru on three occasions. The man worked almost 24/7. Inuyasha's father was home more than his eldest son. He knew there was no chance that the two would start throwing punches or anything, but he didn't want to be in the way all the same.
"I'm going to go check on Sango..come on down when you're done.." he told Inuyasha quietly. The hanyou nodded, agreeing with the idea. He waited until Miroku was gone before he bothered addressing Sesshomaru.
"What the hell do you want?" Inuyasha asked his brother tersely. He really didn't want to deal with this sort of shit right now, not when he had more important things to worry about.
"Temper temper. It wouldn't kill you to be just a little more polite you know," Sesshomaru said coolly. Inuyasha only scoffed.
"I know you wouldn't lower yourself to my level just to lecture me on my manners."
"True. I am here as you have been avoiding all contact with Father for the last couple days and he has been trying to get a hold of you," Sesshomaru told him pompously.
"And I care why?" As emotionless as Sesshomaru generally tended to be, Inuyasha was always able to get a rise out of the stiff.
"Because it concerns an internship that will be of great help to you when you join our team of lawyers. Because Father is going out on a major limb for you. Because it is the best opportunity a half breed like you will ever have," Sesshomaru's voice went up a half a decibel with each reason.
"Well I didn't ask him to do me any favors," Inuyasha replied indifferently.
"I always knew that you were nothing but a worthless hanyou. Father should have cut you off the family tree years ago. If it wasn't for that human.."
"You shut up about mom," Inuyasha threatened evenly. He had his fists clenched at his sides so hard that his nails were drawing blood. "Why don't you get the fuck out of here? I call the old man tomorrow." Sesshomaru curled a lip in disgust at him.
"What have you been doing anyway?" he asked in a touchy voice. Inuyasha gave him a blank and apathetic look.
"That would be none of your business," he said coldly, motioning for Sesshomaru to leave. Raising an eyebrow at his brow, Sesshomaru obliged, walking stiffly from the room.
"I won't be so lenient with you as Father is. When the day comes that I head the company, you will be the first of the layoffs."
"You promise?" Inuyasha asked scathingly, slamming the door in behind him. Practically growling, Inuyasha sat down on the couch seething. His asshole of a brother always managed to make him feel inferior, no matter how hard Inuyasha fought it. Needing a break, Inuyasha stormed out of the room, content to just walk wherever his feet led him.
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"Brother visit? Oooo, harsh," Sango muttered, grimacing as she said it. "Poor guy.."
"I know..like he needs his family breathing down his back right now.." Miroku agreed.
"Hi guys! What's going on? I haven't seen you two around in forever!" Kikyo popped her head in the door with a bright smile on her face. Both Sango and Miroku could think of people they'd rather see, but hey they were still friends.
"Hey Kikyo.." Sango greeted half-heartedly. Kikyo didn't seem to notice her lack of enthusiasm.
"So where have you guys been going all the time. You weren't here at all yesterday, the day before or today.." Sango and Miroku exchanged a glance. Neither thought Kikyo was the proper person to tell about Kagome.
"We um..we were just.." Miroku stammered, unable to think of something that would cover their absence and not offend Kikyo.
"You see..it's like..we were.." Sango was having the same sort of trouble.
"We've been going to the hospital.." Miroku said earning a warning look from Sango. Miroku merely winked at her. "Sango's..Aunt..Kirara..was sick," he finished giving Sango a silent urge to go with the story. Sango's eyes lit up and she smiled.
"Yea, my poor Aunt Kirara..she has..um..has.." Sango continued.
"Pneumonia," Miroku finished.
"That's right pneumonia. Bad stuff.." Sango said nodding earnestly. Kikyo clapped a hand to her mouth.
"Oh that's terrible! Is she going to be alright?" Kikyo asked wide-eyed. Sango was beginning to get into it at this point.
"Oh..they aren't sure yet..it's really a touch and go situation," Sango said dramatically with a fake sniffle. Kikyo looked horrified.
"You poor dear! I can go visit her with you if you want some moral support," Kikyo offered, placing a comforting hand on Sango's shoulder. Miroku looked alarmed for a second, but Sango had it covered.
"Oh no..she really can't have visitors outside of immediate family. She's very vulnerable to outside infections right now," Sango said tearfully. Kikyo nodded understandingly.
"I'm so sorry to hear that Sango! I hope you're aunt gets better really fast.."
"Thank you," Sango sniffed. "Even though they're not sure, the prognosis is good."
"Well that's good to know. I'll leave you two alone now..I can see you're still really upset. If you ever need a shoulder to cry on, you know where Nazuna and I live.." Kikyo said, backing out of the door. "See you later!"
"Bye Kikyo, and thanks for everything.." Sango said composing herself. Kikyo gave a big smile and left. Miroku could only stare in awe.
"That was the most amazing load of shit I have ever heard.." he said in admiration. "You deserve and Oscar or something for that performance." Sango smiled smugly.
"What can I say..I'm good," Sango said cockily. Miroku laughed.
"Yes you are, clearly," he told her, kissing her soundly on the lips. Sango sat shocked for a moment, before she pulled away quickly.
"What was that for?" she asked confusedly. She and Miroku had always been on rather friendly terms and a lot of people thought they were dating, but they had never actually done anything together.
"Because you're you," he answered matter-of-factly. "Because you are the most intelligent, beautiful, vibrant woman I know," he added honestly. "Not too mention I have wanted to do that for the longest time.." Sango blushed a fierce shade of red.
"You have?" she asked. In reality Sango always had 'feelings' for Miroku, but he always came off as such a playboy that she was too nervous to act on them. Miroku caught her hand and kissed it gently, looking deep into her eyes.
"Yes, I have. I have wanted to date you since the first day I met you, but I was afraid that you would never feel the same way for me..you always acted like you didn't care.." Miroku admitted quietly. Sango blushed, if possible, a deeper shade of red. In reality she had always like Miroku, but thought he was too much of a playboy to every deal with the likes of her. Instead of giving him a verbal response, Sango leaned in and kissed him lightly. Miroku was surprised for a fraction of a second before he returned her kiss. Cupping her face lightly with one hand, he pulled her closer with the other. Sango moved willingly, deepening the kiss.
"Well it's about fucking time.." Inuyasha's teasing voice called from the doorway. Within seconds Sango and Miroku were on separate sides of the couch.
"Haven't you ever heard of knocking?" Miroku asked irritably. Inuyasha smirked.
"I did, but you two were too busy sucking face to notice me." Sango hid her face with her hands. In an effort to save the situation, Sango tried to change the subject.
"So Miroku told me that your brother paid you a visit," she said slowly. Inuyasha's light mood, which had clearly been an act, quickly faded to a dismal anger.
"The fucker had to tell me something that dad wanted.." Inuyasha sulked, flopping down on a chair across from them.
"The phones not work?" Sango asked with a frown.
"I guess not.."
"Oh come off it Inuyasha. You wouldn't have answered the phone anyway if you knew it was your dad.." Miroku said with a roll of his eyes.
"Shut the hell up," Inuyasha snarled, but he didn't argue it further.
"Did he know about Kagome?" Sango asked suddenly. Inuyasha shook his head.
"No..he hasn't tried to get my parents to disown me just yet," Inuyasha muttered.
"When's she getting out of the hospital?"
"Tomorrow.." Inuyasha twiddled his thumbs in a fidgety manner.
"What's the matter?" Miroku asked noticing Inuyasha's discomfort.
"Nothing.."
"Liar," Sango challenged. Inuyasha glared at her.
"I don't want Kagome moving back to her old apartment," Inuyasha said vaguely. Sango and Miroku both knew what he left unsaid. Inuyasha didn't want Kagome living alone period. He wanted to be there if something happened. He wanted to protect her. He wanted Kagome to move in with him.
"You'd have to tell your parents.." Miroku warned. Inuyasha scowled.
"I was planning on telling my mom anyway," he muttered.
"Yea, but your mom is a lot different than your dad. And we won't even bring Sesshomaru into this."
"Good." Silence encompassed the room. Sango and Miroku actually both agreed with Inuyasha's idea, not necessarily that she move in with him, but that he get her out of her current lifestyle. Inuyasha's exhaustion slowly crept back on him. Yawning widely, he got back up. "Well I'm dead guys.." he said tiredly. "I'll see you in the morning.."
"You gonna head back up to the hospital?" Sango asked as he left.
"Yea..I have too. To take Kagome home if nothing else. The only problem is where am I going to take her.."
"Well you know, I can always move in with Sango if she wants to take my bed," Miroku offered.
*BAM*
"Pervert!" Sango growled.
"Now that you mention it I'm pretty bushed myself. Good night all!" Miroku scooted past Inuyasha and ran upstairs avoiding any more blows from Sango. Inuyasha rolled his eyes and shook his head at Sango.
"Night Sango.."
"Good night Inuyasha," Sango said wearily. "Oh, and just so you know. I'm here to back you up. Whatever you decide to do, you know Miroku and I are on your side." Inuyasha nodded a grateful look in his eyes.
"Thanks," he said as he left the room. Walking slowly up the stairs, Inuyasha continued to think on his dilemma. By the time he had reached his room, he had made his decision. There was no way in hell he was going to leave Kagome alone, not after what happened with Koga. So now the only thing left to decide was who to tell first..Kagome or his parents..
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lostdreams: Okay..I don't have anything else to really say..my weekend is going to suck though. I work 5 hrs tonight (after coming home from my 8 hr. full time job), 8 hrs tomorrow and 9 hrs on Sunday. Erg! I cannot wait until school starts again. I'll only be in classes till 2 on Mon, till 3 on Wed, and till noon on Fri. Let me just say, I love college. If anyone ever told any of you that college is harder than high school obviously never went.. Anywho..read and review.
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Disclaimer: You know, I'm running out of creative ways to say this. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. I don't own Inuyasha. (Gets kind of monotonous, don't it?) Anyway, I think I've gotten my point across..
lostdreams: Sorry for the wait on this. I've been caught up with Drifting Desires, my latest fic. Man..it's hard to stop when you just have something in your head. Anywho, here's your pigeon..(my cousin says this all the time and I find it hilarious..^_^)
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Chapter 12
Brothers, Bothers and a little Romance
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Inuyasha's entire body was tense, Miroku could see it in every movement the hanyou made. Sesshomaru stood in the middle of their living room looking as pompous as always in his sharp gray suit, pressed and perfect as always. As long as Miroku had known Inuyasha, he had only met Sesshomaru on three occasions. The man worked almost 24/7. Inuyasha's father was home more than his eldest son. He knew there was no chance that the two would start throwing punches or anything, but he didn't want to be in the way all the same.
"I'm going to go check on Sango..come on down when you're done.." he told Inuyasha quietly. The hanyou nodded, agreeing with the idea. He waited until Miroku was gone before he bothered addressing Sesshomaru.
"What the hell do you want?" Inuyasha asked his brother tersely. He really didn't want to deal with this sort of shit right now, not when he had more important things to worry about.
"Temper temper. It wouldn't kill you to be just a little more polite you know," Sesshomaru said coolly. Inuyasha only scoffed.
"I know you wouldn't lower yourself to my level just to lecture me on my manners."
"True. I am here as you have been avoiding all contact with Father for the last couple days and he has been trying to get a hold of you," Sesshomaru told him pompously.
"And I care why?" As emotionless as Sesshomaru generally tended to be, Inuyasha was always able to get a rise out of the stiff.
"Because it concerns an internship that will be of great help to you when you join our team of lawyers. Because Father is going out on a major limb for you. Because it is the best opportunity a half breed like you will ever have," Sesshomaru's voice went up a half a decibel with each reason.
"Well I didn't ask him to do me any favors," Inuyasha replied indifferently.
"I always knew that you were nothing but a worthless hanyou. Father should have cut you off the family tree years ago. If it wasn't for that human.."
"You shut up about mom," Inuyasha threatened evenly. He had his fists clenched at his sides so hard that his nails were drawing blood. "Why don't you get the fuck out of here? I call the old man tomorrow." Sesshomaru curled a lip in disgust at him.
"What have you been doing anyway?" he asked in a touchy voice. Inuyasha gave him a blank and apathetic look.
"That would be none of your business," he said coldly, motioning for Sesshomaru to leave. Raising an eyebrow at his brow, Sesshomaru obliged, walking stiffly from the room.
"I won't be so lenient with you as Father is. When the day comes that I head the company, you will be the first of the layoffs."
"You promise?" Inuyasha asked scathingly, slamming the door in behind him. Practically growling, Inuyasha sat down on the couch seething. His asshole of a brother always managed to make him feel inferior, no matter how hard Inuyasha fought it. Needing a break, Inuyasha stormed out of the room, content to just walk wherever his feet led him.
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"Brother visit? Oooo, harsh," Sango muttered, grimacing as she said it. "Poor guy.."
"I know..like he needs his family breathing down his back right now.." Miroku agreed.
"Hi guys! What's going on? I haven't seen you two around in forever!" Kikyo popped her head in the door with a bright smile on her face. Both Sango and Miroku could think of people they'd rather see, but hey they were still friends.
"Hey Kikyo.." Sango greeted half-heartedly. Kikyo didn't seem to notice her lack of enthusiasm.
"So where have you guys been going all the time. You weren't here at all yesterday, the day before or today.." Sango and Miroku exchanged a glance. Neither thought Kikyo was the proper person to tell about Kagome.
"We um..we were just.." Miroku stammered, unable to think of something that would cover their absence and not offend Kikyo.
"You see..it's like..we were.." Sango was having the same sort of trouble.
"We've been going to the hospital.." Miroku said earning a warning look from Sango. Miroku merely winked at her. "Sango's..Aunt..Kirara..was sick," he finished giving Sango a silent urge to go with the story. Sango's eyes lit up and she smiled.
"Yea, my poor Aunt Kirara..she has..um..has.." Sango continued.
"Pneumonia," Miroku finished.
"That's right pneumonia. Bad stuff.." Sango said nodding earnestly. Kikyo clapped a hand to her mouth.
"Oh that's terrible! Is she going to be alright?" Kikyo asked wide-eyed. Sango was beginning to get into it at this point.
"Oh..they aren't sure yet..it's really a touch and go situation," Sango said dramatically with a fake sniffle. Kikyo looked horrified.
"You poor dear! I can go visit her with you if you want some moral support," Kikyo offered, placing a comforting hand on Sango's shoulder. Miroku looked alarmed for a second, but Sango had it covered.
"Oh no..she really can't have visitors outside of immediate family. She's very vulnerable to outside infections right now," Sango said tearfully. Kikyo nodded understandingly.
"I'm so sorry to hear that Sango! I hope you're aunt gets better really fast.."
"Thank you," Sango sniffed. "Even though they're not sure, the prognosis is good."
"Well that's good to know. I'll leave you two alone now..I can see you're still really upset. If you ever need a shoulder to cry on, you know where Nazuna and I live.." Kikyo said, backing out of the door. "See you later!"
"Bye Kikyo, and thanks for everything.." Sango said composing herself. Kikyo gave a big smile and left. Miroku could only stare in awe.
"That was the most amazing load of shit I have ever heard.." he said in admiration. "You deserve and Oscar or something for that performance." Sango smiled smugly.
"What can I say..I'm good," Sango said cockily. Miroku laughed.
"Yes you are, clearly," he told her, kissing her soundly on the lips. Sango sat shocked for a moment, before she pulled away quickly.
"What was that for?" she asked confusedly. She and Miroku had always been on rather friendly terms and a lot of people thought they were dating, but they had never actually done anything together.
"Because you're you," he answered matter-of-factly. "Because you are the most intelligent, beautiful, vibrant woman I know," he added honestly. "Not too mention I have wanted to do that for the longest time.." Sango blushed a fierce shade of red.
"You have?" she asked. In reality Sango always had 'feelings' for Miroku, but he always came off as such a playboy that she was too nervous to act on them. Miroku caught her hand and kissed it gently, looking deep into her eyes.
"Yes, I have. I have wanted to date you since the first day I met you, but I was afraid that you would never feel the same way for me..you always acted like you didn't care.." Miroku admitted quietly. Sango blushed, if possible, a deeper shade of red. In reality she had always like Miroku, but thought he was too much of a playboy to every deal with the likes of her. Instead of giving him a verbal response, Sango leaned in and kissed him lightly. Miroku was surprised for a fraction of a second before he returned her kiss. Cupping her face lightly with one hand, he pulled her closer with the other. Sango moved willingly, deepening the kiss.
"Well it's about fucking time.." Inuyasha's teasing voice called from the doorway. Within seconds Sango and Miroku were on separate sides of the couch.
"Haven't you ever heard of knocking?" Miroku asked irritably. Inuyasha smirked.
"I did, but you two were too busy sucking face to notice me." Sango hid her face with her hands. In an effort to save the situation, Sango tried to change the subject.
"So Miroku told me that your brother paid you a visit," she said slowly. Inuyasha's light mood, which had clearly been an act, quickly faded to a dismal anger.
"The fucker had to tell me something that dad wanted.." Inuyasha sulked, flopping down on a chair across from them.
"The phones not work?" Sango asked with a frown.
"I guess not.."
"Oh come off it Inuyasha. You wouldn't have answered the phone anyway if you knew it was your dad.." Miroku said with a roll of his eyes.
"Shut the hell up," Inuyasha snarled, but he didn't argue it further.
"Did he know about Kagome?" Sango asked suddenly. Inuyasha shook his head.
"No..he hasn't tried to get my parents to disown me just yet," Inuyasha muttered.
"When's she getting out of the hospital?"
"Tomorrow.." Inuyasha twiddled his thumbs in a fidgety manner.
"What's the matter?" Miroku asked noticing Inuyasha's discomfort.
"Nothing.."
"Liar," Sango challenged. Inuyasha glared at her.
"I don't want Kagome moving back to her old apartment," Inuyasha said vaguely. Sango and Miroku both knew what he left unsaid. Inuyasha didn't want Kagome living alone period. He wanted to be there if something happened. He wanted to protect her. He wanted Kagome to move in with him.
"You'd have to tell your parents.." Miroku warned. Inuyasha scowled.
"I was planning on telling my mom anyway," he muttered.
"Yea, but your mom is a lot different than your dad. And we won't even bring Sesshomaru into this."
"Good." Silence encompassed the room. Sango and Miroku actually both agreed with Inuyasha's idea, not necessarily that she move in with him, but that he get her out of her current lifestyle. Inuyasha's exhaustion slowly crept back on him. Yawning widely, he got back up. "Well I'm dead guys.." he said tiredly. "I'll see you in the morning.."
"You gonna head back up to the hospital?" Sango asked as he left.
"Yea..I have too. To take Kagome home if nothing else. The only problem is where am I going to take her.."
"Well you know, I can always move in with Sango if she wants to take my bed," Miroku offered.
*BAM*
"Pervert!" Sango growled.
"Now that you mention it I'm pretty bushed myself. Good night all!" Miroku scooted past Inuyasha and ran upstairs avoiding any more blows from Sango. Inuyasha rolled his eyes and shook his head at Sango.
"Night Sango.."
"Good night Inuyasha," Sango said wearily. "Oh, and just so you know. I'm here to back you up. Whatever you decide to do, you know Miroku and I are on your side." Inuyasha nodded a grateful look in his eyes.
"Thanks," he said as he left the room. Walking slowly up the stairs, Inuyasha continued to think on his dilemma. By the time he had reached his room, he had made his decision. There was no way in hell he was going to leave Kagome alone, not after what happened with Koga. So now the only thing left to decide was who to tell first..Kagome or his parents..
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lostdreams: Okay..I don't have anything else to really say..my weekend is going to suck though. I work 5 hrs tonight (after coming home from my 8 hr. full time job), 8 hrs tomorrow and 9 hrs on Sunday. Erg! I cannot wait until school starts again. I'll only be in classes till 2 on Mon, till 3 on Wed, and till noon on Fri. Let me just say, I love college. If anyone ever told any of you that college is harder than high school obviously never went.. Anywho..read and review.