AN: Alright. I made another chapter. I also want to quickly answer a few questions and statements. Some people asked how Kouga would no about his upcoming match with Kanna when he was drooling over Kagome the entire period, well 1st off he's not that dumb. In the 3rd chapter I was only explaining the fact that he instantly liked Kag. Many have been wondering why I made Kagome kickass, well the answers are revealed in this chapter along with the results of these fights. Inuyasha also tries to ask Kagome out again. Just read, enjoy, and REVIEW! Thank you to all who review my story!

Disclaimer: I don't own any of the Inuyasha characters!

Apparently Not!

Chapter 4: Tournament Part 1 and a Kiss?

(Tournament begins Today)

Kagome stood on the mat with her eyes set in concentration. She worked harder in practice yesterday and a little extra after school. Now was her time to show it. She began to size up her opponent, who was a little shorter than her, with black hair that had a small portion tied to the side of her head. She had coffee-eyes and her child-like face set in determination. Rin was one of her best friends. Kagome knew all of her moves, partially because she tutored Rin in some skillful defense tactics. Kagome smiled. Rin smiled back.

The instructor ran to the middle in between them holding a hand up. She waved it down as she hurriedly ran off the mat. The fight began. Rin charged at Kagome with great speed, but not enough. Kagome disappeared right when Rin threw a punch. Kagome reappeared behind Rin and stuck out her leg, tripping Rin. Kagome stood and waited for Rin to stand.

When Rin stood she turned to face Kagome. Kagome had a small smirk on her face. Rin smiled. She knew Kagome wasn't going to do any real damage. Rin began to kick continuously but Kagome easily blocked. Then suddenly after Kagome blocked the last attack. She did a small pivot the right and kicked Rin in between to shoulder and neck. Rin fell backwards. The crowd that was located in the stands cheered. Rin got up holding the abused spot. When she moved her arm it began to sting. She decided not to use that limb for a while. She focused her eyes on Kagome, but Kagome had already disappeared. She felt a sharp pain hit her leg and she fell once again. This time the hit was made on the back of her left leg, where her knee was. It stung but only briefly before it went numb entirely. She could no longer use it. Damn I- her thoughts were cut off when a small pinch was made behind her neck. Rin's eyes closed as she went limb. Her body lay on the mat unconscious.

Kagome stood over her with a smile. She bent down and whispered into the girl's ear silently even though she knew Rin couldn't hear her, "You did great, Rin. I'm proud of you." She stood as the instructor and a few other students lifted Rin and took her to the nurse, who stood by a first aid table. (for just in case anyone in the tournament got hurt.)

Kagome waited for the instructor to return. When he did, he held her hand over her head and declared, "Winner... Kagome." The class cheered. The instructor announced the next match.

Kagome took a seat by Sango as she watched the next match. Sango turned to Kagome, "Good Job! Your speed is approving greatly."

"Thanks, but I could be faster." Kagome hated it when she couldn't go full force. But she knew the consequences. If she went to hard she could risk killing someone or killing herself. She would always release any anger she had when she fought. That's why she liked it so much. She felt freer in learning how to use her emotions to her advantage. She remembered how she used to be that 'nice but geek-like girl.' She recalled her memories when she didn't know how to fight. She was so vulnerable.

(flashback)

Kagome was walking to school. She had a smile on her face and her books were in her arms as she happily trotted to up the school steps. She stopped when she spotted Naraku's gang watching her. All were either dressed in black or red with chains. Some had piercing on there facial features. (Including there nose, ears, eyebrows, mouth, tongue, ect.)

They just happened to be by the door. Naraku was grinning evilly as he spoke, "Kagome, come here. I want to talk to you." His voice sent an icy chill down her back. Her eyes narrowed.

She may be innocent but she wasn't going to take any shit from this guy. She made her way over to the entrance to the school building. 'Maybe if I ignore him, He'll leave me alone.' She had her hand on the door and was about to pull it open when her arm was yanked from the handle and she her body was pulled against Naraku's chest. One of his hands had both Kagome's hands while the other was encircled around her waist. He tightened his grasp on her.

Even though Kagome was facing away from him she could picture in her mind his ugly grin and she could smell his vile breath as he spoke, "Kagome. Are you scared?" It wasn't really a question. He knew she was scared. He had a lust for beauty and she was the most beautiful thing he had ever seen. He spoke again. His breath blowing in puffs in her ear. "Your mine and always will be. Remember that." He stopped speaking. He bent down and began to nibble on her earlobe, occasionally licking various spots with his warm yet chilling tongue on her neck. Kagome began to shake. She whispered as tears began to fall down her cheeks.

"No! Please stop." He did not cease his motion. Instead he pulled her in closer. Her voice became louder, "I said Stop! Please Stop!" He didn't. Then without warning he threw Kagome to the ground and spun around to just barely doge a punch a young girl threw at him. The young girl ended up on the other side of him and in front of Kagome. Kagome looked up and a girl with her hair up in a pony tail and a shapely body. Naraku sneered at the girl, "This is none of your business girl. So fuck off!" He could tell by the unfamiliar features that she was a new student. She was pretty but stupid.

"Hell NO! How about you fuck off! Before I give you some damage to your already ugly face, asshole!" She yelled. She absolutely hated people who took advantage of young ladies that couldn't defend herself. Naraku began to laugh. He strolled up to her with a smirk which quickly changed to one of disgust. He raised his hand and bringing it down tried to slap her. She blocked his offending hand and kicked him in the stomach. He fell backwards in surprise. He wore an expression of a scowl. He got up and was about to attack when he spotted the principal coming over from his car. He growled and left.

Sango watched until he was gone then turned around with a smile on her face. "Hey, you alright?"

Kagome stared at her before she registered what the girl had said. "Yeah, thanks to you." Kagome smiled while the girl smiled back. "So what's your name?" Kagome asked.

"Sango. You really need to learn how to defend your self." Sango said as she helped Kagome up. "What's your name?"

"Kagome. Could you...teach me?"

"I'd love to!"

"Really?! Thanks! But I don't know what I can do for you?" Kagome felt bad if she couldn't do anything for Sango. Sango thought for a second before turning back to Kagome.

"I heard you have top marks in this class, I really need help academic wise. You could tutor me! That would really help me out." Sango said.

"Of course! It's a deal!"

From then on Sango and Kagome helped each other out. Sango began to teach Kagome all she knew in defense and martial arts, while Kagome taught Sango everything she knew about Science, Math, English, History, and other classes. They began holding study parties and daily practices for fighting. Sango began to realize how much potential Kagome had. She felt proud of Kagome even if she did surpass her. Their friendship continued to grow until the point they thought of each other as sisters. They understood one another perfectly and always worked together.

(End of flashback)

'Yes. Ever since that day, I have become braver and I stood up for myself and for my friends.' Kagome thought a minute longer before a new thought crossed her. 'But Naraku moved a week after that one incident. I wonder where he is.' She thought darkly. 'I hope he's in hell.' She ended the thought as she turned her attention to Sango who was calling her name.

"Kagome! Kagome! It's my turn!" Sango said excitedly. Kagome nodded and gave a thumbs up of encouragement.

Sango stepped onto the mat. She watched her opponent with annoyance. Miroku was grinning madly. In his mind he was doing to little dance in celebration.

"Are you ready, my sweet?" He asked with a boyish grin.

"I'm always ready to kick your ass, Miroku." Sango stated with a grin on her face. Miroku blinked a few times then smiled a little nervously.

The instructor shouted, "Begin!"

Sango suddenly vanished and reappeared behind Miroku who spun around just in time to catch the punch Sango threw with his face. She looked in surprise but quickly reclaimed her limb as she kicked him in the side. He hit the ground with a large thump. He sat up and smirked. He stood quickly and took a fighting stance once again. She rushed forward and kicked. He caught her leg while he ran his hand up her thigh.

"PERVERT!!" Sango shouted as she punched him in the jaw. He stumbled back a little but remained smiling.

"What are you smiling at?" Sango growled.

"If I have to get beaten up, it's worth it if it's by you. Even if I fall unconscious I will have you in my dreams." Miroku stated.

Sango blushed. She hadn't expected that answer. It was actually very sweet. She shook her head. She was losing focus. She looked up just in time to see Miroku run behind her while pulling her arm back into an uncomfortable position. She used her free arm to elbow him in the ribs. He fell back but grabbed her as he began to fall.

He ended right on top of her. He changed his potion to straddle her body. She kicked and squirmed but to no avail. He had his hands above her head making his head only a few inches from hers.

"Get off!" She yelled. "Only one condition, you be my girlfriend." He stated with a huge grin on his face.

Sango stared at him for a minute, "YOU'VE BEEN PLANNING THIS FROM THE BEGINNING!!!"

Miroku shrugged, "Yep, so what will it be?"

"I-I am n-not going to be y-your girlfriend." Sango was blushing like crazy. She was red as a tomato.

Miroku only stared at her before speaking again, "Then I'll stay on top of you as long as I can and....I'll kiss you right here and now, in front of everybody!" He whispered so only she could hear. Her eyes widened.

"Y-You wouldn't DARE!?" She controlled her voice but just barely.

"Well, what will it be?"

Sango stayed silent for a second before she answered, "Fine. But get off-"

Her words were cut-off when Miroku closed the gab between them with a simple motion of pushing his lips against hers. Sango's eyes widened them they closed as she responded to the kiss. Miroku released her arms as rapped his around her. She instinctively rapped her arms around his neck while allowing him passage to her mouth. She couldn't help it. It just felt so right. The crowd grew silent as every jaw dropped. The instructors and other teachers present were still too stunned to move.

They released each other reluctantly. Sango and Miroku panted softly before she spoke, "I thought you said you weren't going to kiss me if I was your girlfriend?"

"Would it make much difference if I kissed you here and in public, because you are now officially my girlfriend?"

She grinned. "You, pervert" She said it with truth but less disgust. He leaned down and whispered into her ear. "No just desperate." She laughed at this but didn't comment. The instructor who was completely paralyzed finally regained composure and walked over to the couple as she bent down and said, "Excuse me, but you two love birds are now disqualified from the tournament. You will be able to watch the other matches but not be in any of them. Now, get up. We need to get as many matches done today as soon as possible."

Miroku and Sango, who were blushing madly got up and went over to the stands hand-in-hand.

They sat down next to a stunned Kagome and Inuyasha. The stunned pair slowly turned their heads to look at the new couple. Kagome suddenly broke out into a wide grin. "I knew it!!" She declared.

The next match began....Kouga against Kanna. It actually ended very fast. Kouga proved to have a lot of speed. He was fast and Kanna hardly ever had time to attack. Kouga gave no mercy either.

By the time the match was over Kanna had a blood nose, a cut lip, numerous amounts of bruises and a broken wrist. Kouga smirked as he was declared champion. He turned his gaze to Kagome and winked. She blinked in surprise and continued to stare at the 'winner.' He went up to the stands and sat down next to Ayume, one of his recent female friends. The instructor announced the next match was going to be Inuyasha vs. Hojo. Kagome already knew who was going to win this match. As Inuyasha stood, she put her hand on his shoulder. He turned around in slight surprise but she didn't notice as she spoke.

"Kick his ass, Inuyasha."

She winked at him and removed her hand. He stared at her a moment. He smirked and nodded his head. "You better believe I will!" He said with a wide grin. He walked down to the mat. The instructor's hand went down from its position over his head and he ran to the sidelines as the pair of fighters began to combat. Hojo was hitting Inuyasha with everything he was, which wasn't even close to what he needed to be. Inuyasha blocked all his attacks with ease and stalled as he continued to smirk. 'This is too easy.' Inuyasha thought while he blocked another kick. Hojo began to go tired but didn't stop his speed. He threw another kick but his opponent didn't block it. This time Inuyasha sped behind Hojo and kicked him the ass. Hojo fell over in surprise. Inuyasha patiently waited for Hojo to get up before he threw a hit in Hojo's stomach. Hojo stumbled backwards but fought to stay up. He became angry and raged at Inuyasha.

Hojo stubbornly charged at Inuyasha but Inuyasha only kicked up with his foot as it collided with Hojo's jaw. Hojo fell unconsciously to the floor. Inuyasha didn't have a scratch on him. He was declared champion of the match. He walked back to the stands as the crowd continued to cheer.

He was caught off guard when Kagome suddenly out of no where pulled him into a huge bear-hug. While shouting over the crowd with joy. "Hey! Great job!!! That was awesome!" She knew what she was doing but didn't seem to care. She may be hugging an arrogant popular but anyone who kicked Hojo's ass was a pal to her. She loved every moment. She pulled away much to Inuyasha discomfort but allowed him to sit by her.

While from a short distance, Kouga sat glaring at Inuyasha who hadn't noticed. 'How DARE he!!? That shit-head!!! How DARE he!!!!! I will get you Inuyasha if it's the last thing I do. Kagome is mine!' With that thought he turned his attention to the next match which was uneventful. 'I swear it!'

AN: So what did you think? Good/ Bad? Plz review. I already have some ideas for the next chapter but if any of you have any more ideas for this story that you want to take place plz review. Actually REVIEW anyways. The next chapter should be out soon. Ja ne.