Don't Leave
by bittersweetmemory
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Part Eight
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Paradise Cove.
The twenty-six story building in front of them was, to say the least, awe-inspiring. It had been selected by Inuyasha and Kagome because of its location (near the beach) and its excellent reputation.
"Oh! It's gorgeous here!"
"Indeed. They certainly named it appropriately."
"Keh. Whatever. Let's just get inside."
Inuyasha was getting impatient. They'd been standing in front of the hotel for who-knew-how-long and he was tired. Tired and hungry. Tired and hungry and grumpy.
Poor boo boo.
"Would you wait a minute Inuyasha? We've only just gotten here and if you don't mind—"
"Wench", he stopped when he saw her eyes flare up again, "I mean Kagome, we've got a whole damn month here. You can look at this hotel any time but right now the best things for all of us to do are settle in and get some rest."
"Inuyasha."
He turned to Sesshoumaru, the gold of his eyes almost invisible at the false brotherly concern in his voice.
"What do you want?"
"Inuyasha! Stop being so rude!"
"What is it, brother dear?" he asked, voice fairly dripping with saccharine sweetness.
"I was just wondering whether you were feeling ill. It's not everyday you manage to say something lucid after all."
Apparently the Fluffy-sama incident had not been forgotten yet.
Fortunately, Sango's voice of reason interrupted before the situation could escalate.
"Couldn't we settle this some other time? When we've all had our share of caffeine?"
Nods of assent were all the answer she needed before she walked ahead of them followed swiftly by Miroku.
"Lady Sango, please allow me to assist you. Those bags do seem rather heavy."
Maybe it was the fact that it was two in the morning Japan-time and Sango wasn't exactly in tip-top mental shape. Maybe it was Miroku's voice, asking with such beguiling innocence. Either way, Sango made a big mistake when she agreed.
SLAP!
And that meant one indigo-eyed "monk" was on the floor twitching.
"H-Honestly dear Sango! I mean to grab the bag but you moved and—"
"Save it."
She stalked in angrily, leaving six people gaping and one twitching.
Inside, the hotel seemed alive, even at this time. The lobby was teeming with bellhops graciously helping other guests to their rooms and everyone seemed to have a smile on their face. If anything else went wrong, they had at least made a good choice in selecting where they would be staying for the next month. He approached the lobby desk confidently.
"Excuse me miss. I have four suites reserved. The name is Inutaisho."
The woman looked at him, clearly taking in his rugged good-looks. She looked behind him at Kouga, Miroku and Sesshoumaru, and if anything, her grin grew wider. Four low growls snapped her out of it. Sango, Ayame, Rin and Kagome were clearly not happy about the woman's reaction to their…uh…friends.
Inuyasha, for his part, felt a burst of male satisfaction, but trampled it when he remembered why he was here.
"Excuse me. The keys?"
The woman looked at him through half-lidded eyes, clearly trying to seduce him. She answered in a purr.
"Oh course sir. Please let me know if you need any assistance getting through your stay here."
The double innuendo was too much for Kagome. A sudden unexpected rage tore through her and she stomped her way over to the desk. In an uncharacteristic display of rage, she yelled at the woman.
"Excuse me miss. I don't usually do this but since I'm tired and sleepy and you're pissing me off, I'll make an exception. I don't particularly appreciate the way you are ignoring me and my friends and focusing all of your attention on my husband and his male friends. So if you please,pop your eyes back in their sockets, lift your jaw from the floor, roll up your tongue, wipe the drool from your face and give us the damn room keys so we can get some rest."
The woman looked on, clearly fearful of this furious woman in front of her.
"U-um, excuse me miss. Sir, your keys."
Inuyasha wasn't paying attention. He was too busy staring in shock at Kagome. Since when was she so possessive? That kiss must have affected her more than she let on. He merely called over two bellboys gave them their luggage and grabbed Kagome's elbow, intent on dragging her away.
"Right. Let's go."
Sango and the others shook their heads out of the temporary trance they were apparently under and followed.
"SQUEE! This room is so nice!"
The Kagome from downstairs had apparently disappeared and the normal cheery one returned. She turned to Inuyasha with sparkles in her eyes.
"So how are we splitting up? We've got four rooms so that means two in one. Maybe me and Sango in one and Ayame and Rin in another? Hmm? Inuyasha, why are you looking at me like that? Stop smirking! How are we splitting up?"
"Kagome dearest, you seem to have forgotten why we came here in the first place. The bargain? Remember? One month for me to win you back?"
"…"
"Right. So you and I will take one room."
"Sango darling, I'll take a room with you!"
Guess who said that.
"Keep your hands to yourself and we'll get along fine!"
Ayame looked at Kouga with a blush on her face.
"Kouga and I can take one suite."
Inuyasha couldn't resist taking a jibe at his friend.
"Oi Kouga! Keep it quiet this time huh? Some of us wanna get to sleep."
He just barely dodged a slap from Kagome.
Rin, who had been quiet until then agreed that if it was all right with Sesshoumaru, she'd bunk with him. Since he didn't voice any objections, the room situation was decided and they went to get unpacked.
"Inuyasha, would it be too much trouble for you to not throw your clothes at me while you unpack. Honestly, I'd think you were a little more mature than that. I mean you're not a teenager anymore."
Said puppy ignored her and continued to unpack, a little smirk playing on his lips all the while. After a while, Kagome pursed her lips in annoyance and looked at him.
"What's that look for?"
"So…that woman downstairs upset you huh?"
Kagome drew her mouth in a tight line and went back to unpacking.
"Admit it sweetheart. You were jealous."
"O-Of course not! She was just taking too long and we were all sleepy."
"Deny it all you want Ka-go-me," said Inuyasha, drawing her name out into three syllables.
I will not fall for him.
I will not fall for him.
I will not fall for him.
Kagome was made of sterner stuff. Once this month was over, she'd have three weddings to help plan and Inuyasha would just be an acquaintance. And that was that.
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Sure Kags. Whatever you say.
In Miroku and Sango's room, the lights were off and the only sound that could be heard was...
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Moaning?
"Oh yes Miroku. That's the spot."
"Harder?"
"Oh yes! Harder. Oh Oh! A little to the left!"
Miroku shook his head and sighed.
"Wow Sango, you sure are particular about how someone helps you brush your hair!"
She gave an indignant huff.
"Well excuse me! Kagome usually helps me with this and it's really the only 'beauty regiment' I treat myself to."
Miroku gave her a soft smile.
"Well, you look gorgeous anyway. Good night my lady."
For once in her life, Sango was glad she was in a dark room with Miroku. This way, he couldn't see her blush.
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Well what are you looking at me for? What did you think they were doing?
Oh! Kagome's feisty!
The next chapter will have more fluff! (both noun and person.)
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