AN: Hello!!! I made another chapter!! Gomen! Gomen! I'm sorry I didn't get
it out faster but you have to understand.... teachers are really from hell.
They give us tests to study for about one day before the actual test. I had
three tests last week with another coming up!! I also have had the flu so I
was put in bed most of the day. Anyways, I'm really sorry. Please forgive
me. I made this chapter as long as I could without giving away to next one.
Oh! and please remember that in the 3rd chapter Kagome said that science was her other favorite subject!! It's important for this chapter.
Apparently Not!
Chapter 5: Tournament Part 2 and a little Chemistry
(At school the next day)
Kagome walked to her classroom with a huge smile etched on her face. Her next class happened to be Chemistry. Yes, the beloved subject she cherished. Of coarse she always got A's in the class but it proved challenging and exciting.
She enjoyed mixing dangerous chemicals. Of coarse, it was believed that it became her obsession when she accidentally created an acid mixture and dumped it on Kikyou's shoe. Fortunately for Kikyou, her shoes were leather. The acid had burned almost all the way through! Kikyou, of coarse, fumed but the teacher had congratulated Kagome for making a new type of acid. Yes, chemistry seemed to just get more interesting from there.
Two figures appeared next to her as she took her seat. It was Sango and Miroku. Kagome noticed that they were holding hands and gave Sango a secret smile. Sango followed Kagome's gaze, then turned immediately red. She didn't release his hand though. Sango quickly covered up the blush.
"Hey, Kagome! How are you?" Sango asked with cheerful enthusiasm.
"Hi, Sango. I'm fine. I could be better though. It seems I have a bigger annoyance than Hojo now." Kagome sighed.
Sango was about to ask what she meant when suddenly that 'annoyance' popped up in between them. Kouga smiled one of his dashing smiles as he spoke in a seductive voice, "Hey Kagome! I just wanted to tell you that you did wonderful in your match against Rin yesterday. You were one of the best. That's one of the reasons why I think you should be my woman. Your the only one...as beautiful as me!" He licked his lips in a gesture that clearly said something in appropriate. Kouga smirked when Kagome turned a little red. 'She must be flattered.' He thought. 'I thought this would be hard, guess not.'
While Kouga spoke, Kagome could feel eyes all over her. She turned a little to find that everyone was staring at the little scene. She could see Inuyasha staring too. She turned a little red from beneath his gaze. She directed her attention back to Kouga when he said those final sentences. 'How dare he!! He just talked to me like I was an object!' Kouga was still smirking at the pink blush on her cheeks (that actually came from Inuyasha). 'Doesn't he know everyone is staring?! What the hell is with the smirk?! What an asshole!!' Without warning she slapped Kouga...hard.
"Excuse me, but I'm not some property to own. I am my own person. I can't believe you or anyone would think otherwise. What kind of shit is that, Kouga?!" She turned back to her desk, still fuming.
The teacher then entered the classroom. He walked over to his desk that had a small sign that read MR. MYOUGA in bold letters.
"Class, I'm sorry I'm late I-" He stopped when he saw Kouga, who was standing while staring at Kagome with a stunned expression. The teacher secretly noted the red hand mark on Kouga's face. He stifled a laugh. He spoke again. "Uh...Kouga is there something you need? If not, please, take a seat." Kouga snapped out of the trance just enough to sit down in his seat two rows from Kagome. However, he continued to stare at Kagome. The teacher sighed in exasperation.
"And could you please give your attention to me because I'm quite sure Ms. Higurashi is not teaching this class." Mr. Myouga spoke sternly but a few chuckles could be heard from the other students. Some people had the nerve to snicker. Kouga glared at them. He spotted Inuyasha watching him out of the corner of his eye. Kouga glared at Inuyasha, who just growled and muttered, "Bastard. What's his problem?"
Not noticing any of this, Mr. Myouga began his lesson. "Ok, class, as you know, I have been planning to assign a project for you for a test grade." At this, many groaned but Mr. Myouga laughed and continued, "I thought you may think that but to make this project a little more fun I have decided to let you guys work in partners-" The class cheered. "Wait! I'm not finished! I have chosen the partners as I see fit." Some groaned again while the remainder of the students just shrugged. Working with someone was much better than working alone. "The project will be over anything you want but it has to relate to science in some way and you must use the scientific method. Ok now I'll tell you who your partners are...." Mr. Myouga pulled out a list as he read off the paired names.
"Kouga and."Kouga prayed it was Kagome but- "Ayame." He groaned inwardly but didn't show it. Ayame was one of his friends after all.
"Sango and....Miroku." Myouga looked up from his list as he glanced at the couple. "Now keep in mind, you two, that I only paired you up because you seem to get along nicely but if you do anything inappropriate I'll give you an 'F'. Got that?" Both teenagers nodded excitedly as Myouga looked back at his list.
"Inuyasha and....Kagome." Inuyasha let it out a breath he hadn't realized he was holding. Kagome on the other hand had a different reaction. He heart had stopped and she began to blush. She didn't know why. It was like her body knew something that her mind didn't know. She never acted that way before. All she knew was that she felt...relieved and...happy. And a little confused, as to why she felt that way. Normally when she had to work with someone else, besides Sango, she would feel bitter and major dislike toward her 'partner'. But not this time....
She glanced at Inuyasha but turned away quickly. 'Oh well, it's not like it's a big deal or anything...right?' She pondered this as the teacher continued down the list.
After everyone had there partners assigned Mr. Myouga had assigned a few worksheets and instructions on a lab the class was going to do that period. Kagome immediately started to set up her equipment. She glanced over at Sango...who was working with Miroku. 'Damn! And I thought Sango and Miroku getting together would be a good thing.' She sighed. She felt a tap on her shoulder and she turned to meet a golden gaze.
'Inuyasha.... I can never forget those eyes.'
"Hey. Do you have a partner for the lab?"
Kagome shook her head. "Nope. It seems my original partner ran off with a guy." Inuyasha smirked.
"That happens to be the same case with me. My friend happened to dump me for a lady." They both laughed a little. Inuyasha spoke, "I know were only partners for the assigned project but would you like to be my partner for this lab?"
"Sure. Help me set up the rest of the tools." They began to work. When they finished they began to follow their instructions. They both took turns taking notes and pouring specific amounts of chemicals into the test tube. At some parts in the experiment they laughed and joked around. How often to you have those moments? You're right, as often as they come and no matter what you treasure them. Guess who ruined it? Yep, Kikyou.
"Ehem, Kagome, I would like to speak with you....please." She spoke kindly but her words seemed to have a secret venom and hidden disgust.
Kagome turned from laughing with Inuyasha to Kikyou. "And what would that be about?"
Kikyou paused before saying, "Something important....Now come with me." She said it like an order. Kagome thought for a moment but agreed.
When Kikyou turned Kagome quickly got out a small vile of purple liquid and followed. Kikyou led Kagome over to a corner while the teacher didn't notice.
Kikyou's face suddenly turned into a hateful scowl and she bawled her fists up, "Stay away from Inuyasha, Bitch. He's mine!"
Kagome's eyes blazed but she looked calm as could be, "Ok. First of all, I'm not a bitch. Second of all, you talked to me like that again and I'll make sure you won't be able to get up the next morning. And Third of all, I don't have to do anything you say. Inuyasha and I are only friends, which I can already tell that, that friendship is a lot closer to him than you are. So word of advises for such a big mouth and small brain...Shut the hell up!"
Kagome pulled out the vile she was holding in her pocket and unscrewed the lid as she dumped the contents on Kikyou's black leather boots. The boots began to sizzle and Kikyou began to hop around trying not to scream.
Kagome turned away with a grin and calmly walked back to her seat where Inuyasha and her again engaged into a conversation.
Kikyou continued was infuriated, but was too busy to mess with Kagome again. 'Not again. Fucking acid!!' She thought. 'I'll get you Kagome. You can count on it. Once I get the opportunity I will get you!!' She vowed.
The bell rang right when the teacher finished the day's lesson with, "Ok! Remember, students, the project is due next Monday!" The class began to gather their books and exit the classroom. Kagome turned to ask Sango something but she was already gone... along with Miroku. She smirked.' They really are wild.'
Inuyasha waited until most of the class left before approaching Kagome, who was having trouble carrying all of her books. She had already dropped most of them. She was bending down to pick her last one up when a hand already held it out to her. She looked up to see Inuyasha smiling at her. She took the book but almost fell from the new amount of weight. Inuyasha acted quickly and took half of the books she was carrying out of her hands. Setting those down hurriedly he steadied her from falling. She smiled.
"Thanks."
"No Problem. You really are a book worm aren't you?" He laughed. She was carrying about eight books. She grew a light pink but it was gone unnoticed.
"Nope. It's just a lot of books." She replied. Inuyasha then picked up her books again and walked out the door with her close behind. Lucky they had the same class next. Inuyasha decided to attempt a conversation as they walked.
"Ever heard of lockers. I hear come in handy from time-to-time." He said sarcastically.
"Well, there was a mix up at the beginning of the year and I wasn't assigned a locker. It also seemed that all the lockers were full so I have to hold all my books."
"Oh, I see." Inuyasha thought for a moment. "Why don't you share a locker with Sango?"
Kagome gave an unlade-like snort before she answered. "She has more books than I do! No way. I wouldn't even be able to stick my pencil in their, let alone my books."
Inuyasha thought for another minute then got a good idea. "You can share a locker with me!"
Kagome thought about it for a minute. 'It would really help me out. I mean, I wouldn't have as much strain on my arms as usual and my back could use a break. Wait! Hold the phone! Why would Inuyasha want to share a locker with me?'
"Are you sure?" She asked hesitantly.
"Yeah! Why not?" Inuyasha said. Her day suddenly brightened.
"Hey! Thanks!" She said cheerfully. They walked to their next class in a more comfortable silence. When they entered the class, everyone's attention turned to both of them.
Kagome and Inuyasha decided to take a seat next to each other since Miroku and Sango were already sitting together.
The bell rang and study hall began. In this class, or more like free period, students were given permission to converse and do whatever they want. There was only one rule: Not to get to rowdy or do inappropriate things. The students began to gather in small groups talking about the new events in school, including the dance coming up.
Sango, Kagome, Inuyasha, and Miroku were discussing what there plans were for the weekend, when Kikyou and a few other girls decided to interrupt them.
"Hey, Inu-baby! What's up?" She took an exotic pose on the chair with her legs spread apart over the chair. Actually, it wasn't really the position she was in that made it look sluttish...no, it was her outfit. She wore a short...very short skirt that showed off her legs.
Kagome almost gagged. She didn't need to see that!! Kagome asked to be excused from class to go to the bathroom. Maybe she could try to wash the picture from her mind with some cold water.
(Back with Inuyasha and the Couple)
"What do you want, Kikyou?" Inuyasha saw how Kikyou acted and it disgusted him, just as much as it had disgusted Kagome. He took note that she left because of it. Kikyou grinned at the question.
"Is that a trick question?" She said softly.
"No. It's a what-the-hell-do-you-want question. If you're here just to say 'hi' then you already did, so leave." Inuyasha said uninterested.
Kikyou feigned looking hurt. "Awe. Come on, Inu-baby. What's wrong? I just wanted to know if you would like to go to the dance with me this Friday? It'll be fun. I might be able to give you something afterwards.... Please?" She tried to give him her best puppy-eye look. It didn't work.
"Kikyou.... Leave me alone!!! There's no way in hell, I would ever go out with you. As a matter of fact, I don't want to even be around you right now. Fuck off!"
Kikyou pretended that she was about to cry. "What did I do?"
"Your a slut, Kikyou. Everyone knows it. Get away from me." He glared at her.
"So. Big deal. That was before I saw you and your handsome body." She smiled.
"Just go away!"
"Alright, but I'll be back." With that, Kikyou left.
Inuyasha hated it when Kikyou did that. He used to have a crush on her...until she made her reputation by sleeping with other guys to get something.
Miroku and Sango sat silently as they watched the whole exchange. It was very rare any guy rejected Kikyou. Although both were mentally cheering Inuyasha on.
Kagome came back a minute later. She was surprised to hear what Inuyasha did. She laughed and gently punched him in the shoulder as she said, "Good job! I can just see Kikyou putting now." She laughed as everyone joined in. Kikyou glared heatedly at her. 'I'll get you Higurashi. No one takes what's mine.' She turned back to her friends
When class ended Kagome and Sango exited the class and practically ran to the gym. The second tournament was going to take place and they were excited. Kagome got dressed quickly and went out to the bleachers where Sango waited patiently with Miroku. Because they were both disqualified there was no reason to dress-out. They sat and waited as more and more of their classmates joined them. The instructor announced the first match. "Kouga vs. Kagome"
Kagome gave a face of pure disgust. She turned to Sango and asked, "I have to fight with that bastard?" She jabbed her thumb in the direction of Kouga who was on the mat.
"I guess so. Don't worry. At least, you can punch his face without getting in trouble." Sango smiled. Inuyasha decided to give a word of encouragement, "Go ahead, Kagome. Prove to him your point about not being property. Show him your human rights!"
Kagome grinned at this. She walked over to Inuyasha and gave him a war hug. She whispered in his ear, "Thanks, Inuyasha." With that she released him and walked out to the mat. Kouga growled a little at the display from his place at the mat but didn't interfere. It would be too embarrassing for him.
Inuyasha, on the other hand, had a different reaction. He sat a little dazed. He had a tough decision to make.... was he ever going to wash these clothes again? He doubted it.
The two opponents took their spots from across he each other on the mat. The instructor gave the sign and the match began. Kouga charged at her...fast. She just barely dodged a blow to the head. She reversed her stance and attacked with a high kick. Kouga caught her leg but she used her other to kick him under the chin. He immediately released her limb and stumbled back as she did a back flip.
His eyes widened as he noticed that as soon as she landed she ran behind him. He was suddenly kicked to the ground. He flipped over and caught the foot aimed at his chest. He threw her to the ground and climbed on top of her. He locked her hands above her head and pressed his body to hers to keep her body down.
Kagome glared at him. "Get the fuck of me!" She didn't yell. She said it quietly.
"No. Not unless you give me what I want." He replied.
"And what that?" She raised her eyebrow a little in suspicion.
"YOU."
"Hell no!" She said then she smirked. "You know, you should really keep your treasures guarded."
With that she brought her knee up, hitting him...somewhere. Kouga cried out and rolled off of her. He was in tears as he clutched the offended body part. She laughed. The crowd cheered.... loud and long. It was no mystery of who won that match. Kouga couldn't get up. He was taken to the nurse's office on a stretcher.
After Kagome was announced winner she went back to her seat where her friends congratulated her.
"Nice job, Kagome. Although it kind of scares me to think you'd do that." Inuyasha laughed. Kagome laughed too. "Well, expect it!"
Together, the four friends watched the next few matches. When the match Inuyasha was going to participate in came they all cheered him on. His opponent was Jason. Jason was a quiet boy who was pretty good but held faults such as his punches. They were slow and he didn't have much speed. This put him at a disadvantage. Inuyasha was merciful though. He would wait until Jason would get up from a blow and take his stance, ready. It was obvious Inuyasha was going to win. With one last kick, Inuyasha sent Jason hurtling off the mat. The whistle was blown and Inuyasha was declared winner.
More matches followed afterwards. The instructor finally announced the end of class and that it has narrowed down to four matches left that would determine the winner of the whole tournament. That said, the students left to go change. Kagome came out of the dressing rooms dressing in black, baggy jeans with a dark green shirt overlapping a gray one. She wore her dark gray tennis shoes.
As she walked out to her friends, she froze when her eye caught someone standing by the Instructor. It was Naraku.
AN: So what do you think? Sorry if it's a little slow. I promise it will get better. I know, I had a cliffee. I'm sorry. I couldn't help the urge!! READ AND REVIEW!!! I couldn't decide if I wanted Kagome and Kouga to fight of Inuyasha and Kouga to fight. I decided Inuyasha would fight someone else ::coughNarakucough:: I'll get the next chapter out as soon as I can. Please be patient. I am going to answer a few questions on chapter 4 now:
Kenshins girl: Kagome doesn't really hate Hojo. She just doesn't like the fact that he bugs her constantly. She hopes that if he gets beat up enough that he'll leave her alone while he's recovering.
Silver Moon Megami: Thank you. I'm glad you like my story. Sorry but Inuyasha and Kouga will not combat in the tournament. Sorry. I'm going to let them fight in a different way.*wink wink*
Delonwethiel: Don't worry! Inuyasha will kick more than just Kouga's ass in this story. lol. ^_~
S2animeluverS2: Kagome and Inuyasha will get together, most likely, in the eighth or ninth chapter.
I just want to give a special thanks to all the people who've stayed with through this story so far and then I'm sorry for not updating sooner!! ARIGATO!!! GOMEN!!! Ok, Ja ne.
Oh! and please remember that in the 3rd chapter Kagome said that science was her other favorite subject!! It's important for this chapter.
Apparently Not!
Chapter 5: Tournament Part 2 and a little Chemistry
(At school the next day)
Kagome walked to her classroom with a huge smile etched on her face. Her next class happened to be Chemistry. Yes, the beloved subject she cherished. Of coarse she always got A's in the class but it proved challenging and exciting.
She enjoyed mixing dangerous chemicals. Of coarse, it was believed that it became her obsession when she accidentally created an acid mixture and dumped it on Kikyou's shoe. Fortunately for Kikyou, her shoes were leather. The acid had burned almost all the way through! Kikyou, of coarse, fumed but the teacher had congratulated Kagome for making a new type of acid. Yes, chemistry seemed to just get more interesting from there.
Two figures appeared next to her as she took her seat. It was Sango and Miroku. Kagome noticed that they were holding hands and gave Sango a secret smile. Sango followed Kagome's gaze, then turned immediately red. She didn't release his hand though. Sango quickly covered up the blush.
"Hey, Kagome! How are you?" Sango asked with cheerful enthusiasm.
"Hi, Sango. I'm fine. I could be better though. It seems I have a bigger annoyance than Hojo now." Kagome sighed.
Sango was about to ask what she meant when suddenly that 'annoyance' popped up in between them. Kouga smiled one of his dashing smiles as he spoke in a seductive voice, "Hey Kagome! I just wanted to tell you that you did wonderful in your match against Rin yesterday. You were one of the best. That's one of the reasons why I think you should be my woman. Your the only one...as beautiful as me!" He licked his lips in a gesture that clearly said something in appropriate. Kouga smirked when Kagome turned a little red. 'She must be flattered.' He thought. 'I thought this would be hard, guess not.'
While Kouga spoke, Kagome could feel eyes all over her. She turned a little to find that everyone was staring at the little scene. She could see Inuyasha staring too. She turned a little red from beneath his gaze. She directed her attention back to Kouga when he said those final sentences. 'How dare he!! He just talked to me like I was an object!' Kouga was still smirking at the pink blush on her cheeks (that actually came from Inuyasha). 'Doesn't he know everyone is staring?! What the hell is with the smirk?! What an asshole!!' Without warning she slapped Kouga...hard.
"Excuse me, but I'm not some property to own. I am my own person. I can't believe you or anyone would think otherwise. What kind of shit is that, Kouga?!" She turned back to her desk, still fuming.
The teacher then entered the classroom. He walked over to his desk that had a small sign that read MR. MYOUGA in bold letters.
"Class, I'm sorry I'm late I-" He stopped when he saw Kouga, who was standing while staring at Kagome with a stunned expression. The teacher secretly noted the red hand mark on Kouga's face. He stifled a laugh. He spoke again. "Uh...Kouga is there something you need? If not, please, take a seat." Kouga snapped out of the trance just enough to sit down in his seat two rows from Kagome. However, he continued to stare at Kagome. The teacher sighed in exasperation.
"And could you please give your attention to me because I'm quite sure Ms. Higurashi is not teaching this class." Mr. Myouga spoke sternly but a few chuckles could be heard from the other students. Some people had the nerve to snicker. Kouga glared at them. He spotted Inuyasha watching him out of the corner of his eye. Kouga glared at Inuyasha, who just growled and muttered, "Bastard. What's his problem?"
Not noticing any of this, Mr. Myouga began his lesson. "Ok, class, as you know, I have been planning to assign a project for you for a test grade." At this, many groaned but Mr. Myouga laughed and continued, "I thought you may think that but to make this project a little more fun I have decided to let you guys work in partners-" The class cheered. "Wait! I'm not finished! I have chosen the partners as I see fit." Some groaned again while the remainder of the students just shrugged. Working with someone was much better than working alone. "The project will be over anything you want but it has to relate to science in some way and you must use the scientific method. Ok now I'll tell you who your partners are...." Mr. Myouga pulled out a list as he read off the paired names.
"Kouga and."Kouga prayed it was Kagome but- "Ayame." He groaned inwardly but didn't show it. Ayame was one of his friends after all.
"Sango and....Miroku." Myouga looked up from his list as he glanced at the couple. "Now keep in mind, you two, that I only paired you up because you seem to get along nicely but if you do anything inappropriate I'll give you an 'F'. Got that?" Both teenagers nodded excitedly as Myouga looked back at his list.
"Inuyasha and....Kagome." Inuyasha let it out a breath he hadn't realized he was holding. Kagome on the other hand had a different reaction. He heart had stopped and she began to blush. She didn't know why. It was like her body knew something that her mind didn't know. She never acted that way before. All she knew was that she felt...relieved and...happy. And a little confused, as to why she felt that way. Normally when she had to work with someone else, besides Sango, she would feel bitter and major dislike toward her 'partner'. But not this time....
She glanced at Inuyasha but turned away quickly. 'Oh well, it's not like it's a big deal or anything...right?' She pondered this as the teacher continued down the list.
After everyone had there partners assigned Mr. Myouga had assigned a few worksheets and instructions on a lab the class was going to do that period. Kagome immediately started to set up her equipment. She glanced over at Sango...who was working with Miroku. 'Damn! And I thought Sango and Miroku getting together would be a good thing.' She sighed. She felt a tap on her shoulder and she turned to meet a golden gaze.
'Inuyasha.... I can never forget those eyes.'
"Hey. Do you have a partner for the lab?"
Kagome shook her head. "Nope. It seems my original partner ran off with a guy." Inuyasha smirked.
"That happens to be the same case with me. My friend happened to dump me for a lady." They both laughed a little. Inuyasha spoke, "I know were only partners for the assigned project but would you like to be my partner for this lab?"
"Sure. Help me set up the rest of the tools." They began to work. When they finished they began to follow their instructions. They both took turns taking notes and pouring specific amounts of chemicals into the test tube. At some parts in the experiment they laughed and joked around. How often to you have those moments? You're right, as often as they come and no matter what you treasure them. Guess who ruined it? Yep, Kikyou.
"Ehem, Kagome, I would like to speak with you....please." She spoke kindly but her words seemed to have a secret venom and hidden disgust.
Kagome turned from laughing with Inuyasha to Kikyou. "And what would that be about?"
Kikyou paused before saying, "Something important....Now come with me." She said it like an order. Kagome thought for a moment but agreed.
When Kikyou turned Kagome quickly got out a small vile of purple liquid and followed. Kikyou led Kagome over to a corner while the teacher didn't notice.
Kikyou's face suddenly turned into a hateful scowl and she bawled her fists up, "Stay away from Inuyasha, Bitch. He's mine!"
Kagome's eyes blazed but she looked calm as could be, "Ok. First of all, I'm not a bitch. Second of all, you talked to me like that again and I'll make sure you won't be able to get up the next morning. And Third of all, I don't have to do anything you say. Inuyasha and I are only friends, which I can already tell that, that friendship is a lot closer to him than you are. So word of advises for such a big mouth and small brain...Shut the hell up!"
Kagome pulled out the vile she was holding in her pocket and unscrewed the lid as she dumped the contents on Kikyou's black leather boots. The boots began to sizzle and Kikyou began to hop around trying not to scream.
Kagome turned away with a grin and calmly walked back to her seat where Inuyasha and her again engaged into a conversation.
Kikyou continued was infuriated, but was too busy to mess with Kagome again. 'Not again. Fucking acid!!' She thought. 'I'll get you Kagome. You can count on it. Once I get the opportunity I will get you!!' She vowed.
The bell rang right when the teacher finished the day's lesson with, "Ok! Remember, students, the project is due next Monday!" The class began to gather their books and exit the classroom. Kagome turned to ask Sango something but she was already gone... along with Miroku. She smirked.' They really are wild.'
Inuyasha waited until most of the class left before approaching Kagome, who was having trouble carrying all of her books. She had already dropped most of them. She was bending down to pick her last one up when a hand already held it out to her. She looked up to see Inuyasha smiling at her. She took the book but almost fell from the new amount of weight. Inuyasha acted quickly and took half of the books she was carrying out of her hands. Setting those down hurriedly he steadied her from falling. She smiled.
"Thanks."
"No Problem. You really are a book worm aren't you?" He laughed. She was carrying about eight books. She grew a light pink but it was gone unnoticed.
"Nope. It's just a lot of books." She replied. Inuyasha then picked up her books again and walked out the door with her close behind. Lucky they had the same class next. Inuyasha decided to attempt a conversation as they walked.
"Ever heard of lockers. I hear come in handy from time-to-time." He said sarcastically.
"Well, there was a mix up at the beginning of the year and I wasn't assigned a locker. It also seemed that all the lockers were full so I have to hold all my books."
"Oh, I see." Inuyasha thought for a moment. "Why don't you share a locker with Sango?"
Kagome gave an unlade-like snort before she answered. "She has more books than I do! No way. I wouldn't even be able to stick my pencil in their, let alone my books."
Inuyasha thought for another minute then got a good idea. "You can share a locker with me!"
Kagome thought about it for a minute. 'It would really help me out. I mean, I wouldn't have as much strain on my arms as usual and my back could use a break. Wait! Hold the phone! Why would Inuyasha want to share a locker with me?'
"Are you sure?" She asked hesitantly.
"Yeah! Why not?" Inuyasha said. Her day suddenly brightened.
"Hey! Thanks!" She said cheerfully. They walked to their next class in a more comfortable silence. When they entered the class, everyone's attention turned to both of them.
Kagome and Inuyasha decided to take a seat next to each other since Miroku and Sango were already sitting together.
The bell rang and study hall began. In this class, or more like free period, students were given permission to converse and do whatever they want. There was only one rule: Not to get to rowdy or do inappropriate things. The students began to gather in small groups talking about the new events in school, including the dance coming up.
Sango, Kagome, Inuyasha, and Miroku were discussing what there plans were for the weekend, when Kikyou and a few other girls decided to interrupt them.
"Hey, Inu-baby! What's up?" She took an exotic pose on the chair with her legs spread apart over the chair. Actually, it wasn't really the position she was in that made it look sluttish...no, it was her outfit. She wore a short...very short skirt that showed off her legs.
Kagome almost gagged. She didn't need to see that!! Kagome asked to be excused from class to go to the bathroom. Maybe she could try to wash the picture from her mind with some cold water.
(Back with Inuyasha and the Couple)
"What do you want, Kikyou?" Inuyasha saw how Kikyou acted and it disgusted him, just as much as it had disgusted Kagome. He took note that she left because of it. Kikyou grinned at the question.
"Is that a trick question?" She said softly.
"No. It's a what-the-hell-do-you-want question. If you're here just to say 'hi' then you already did, so leave." Inuyasha said uninterested.
Kikyou feigned looking hurt. "Awe. Come on, Inu-baby. What's wrong? I just wanted to know if you would like to go to the dance with me this Friday? It'll be fun. I might be able to give you something afterwards.... Please?" She tried to give him her best puppy-eye look. It didn't work.
"Kikyou.... Leave me alone!!! There's no way in hell, I would ever go out with you. As a matter of fact, I don't want to even be around you right now. Fuck off!"
Kikyou pretended that she was about to cry. "What did I do?"
"Your a slut, Kikyou. Everyone knows it. Get away from me." He glared at her.
"So. Big deal. That was before I saw you and your handsome body." She smiled.
"Just go away!"
"Alright, but I'll be back." With that, Kikyou left.
Inuyasha hated it when Kikyou did that. He used to have a crush on her...until she made her reputation by sleeping with other guys to get something.
Miroku and Sango sat silently as they watched the whole exchange. It was very rare any guy rejected Kikyou. Although both were mentally cheering Inuyasha on.
Kagome came back a minute later. She was surprised to hear what Inuyasha did. She laughed and gently punched him in the shoulder as she said, "Good job! I can just see Kikyou putting now." She laughed as everyone joined in. Kikyou glared heatedly at her. 'I'll get you Higurashi. No one takes what's mine.' She turned back to her friends
When class ended Kagome and Sango exited the class and practically ran to the gym. The second tournament was going to take place and they were excited. Kagome got dressed quickly and went out to the bleachers where Sango waited patiently with Miroku. Because they were both disqualified there was no reason to dress-out. They sat and waited as more and more of their classmates joined them. The instructor announced the first match. "Kouga vs. Kagome"
Kagome gave a face of pure disgust. She turned to Sango and asked, "I have to fight with that bastard?" She jabbed her thumb in the direction of Kouga who was on the mat.
"I guess so. Don't worry. At least, you can punch his face without getting in trouble." Sango smiled. Inuyasha decided to give a word of encouragement, "Go ahead, Kagome. Prove to him your point about not being property. Show him your human rights!"
Kagome grinned at this. She walked over to Inuyasha and gave him a war hug. She whispered in his ear, "Thanks, Inuyasha." With that she released him and walked out to the mat. Kouga growled a little at the display from his place at the mat but didn't interfere. It would be too embarrassing for him.
Inuyasha, on the other hand, had a different reaction. He sat a little dazed. He had a tough decision to make.... was he ever going to wash these clothes again? He doubted it.
The two opponents took their spots from across he each other on the mat. The instructor gave the sign and the match began. Kouga charged at her...fast. She just barely dodged a blow to the head. She reversed her stance and attacked with a high kick. Kouga caught her leg but she used her other to kick him under the chin. He immediately released her limb and stumbled back as she did a back flip.
His eyes widened as he noticed that as soon as she landed she ran behind him. He was suddenly kicked to the ground. He flipped over and caught the foot aimed at his chest. He threw her to the ground and climbed on top of her. He locked her hands above her head and pressed his body to hers to keep her body down.
Kagome glared at him. "Get the fuck of me!" She didn't yell. She said it quietly.
"No. Not unless you give me what I want." He replied.
"And what that?" She raised her eyebrow a little in suspicion.
"YOU."
"Hell no!" She said then she smirked. "You know, you should really keep your treasures guarded."
With that she brought her knee up, hitting him...somewhere. Kouga cried out and rolled off of her. He was in tears as he clutched the offended body part. She laughed. The crowd cheered.... loud and long. It was no mystery of who won that match. Kouga couldn't get up. He was taken to the nurse's office on a stretcher.
After Kagome was announced winner she went back to her seat where her friends congratulated her.
"Nice job, Kagome. Although it kind of scares me to think you'd do that." Inuyasha laughed. Kagome laughed too. "Well, expect it!"
Together, the four friends watched the next few matches. When the match Inuyasha was going to participate in came they all cheered him on. His opponent was Jason. Jason was a quiet boy who was pretty good but held faults such as his punches. They were slow and he didn't have much speed. This put him at a disadvantage. Inuyasha was merciful though. He would wait until Jason would get up from a blow and take his stance, ready. It was obvious Inuyasha was going to win. With one last kick, Inuyasha sent Jason hurtling off the mat. The whistle was blown and Inuyasha was declared winner.
More matches followed afterwards. The instructor finally announced the end of class and that it has narrowed down to four matches left that would determine the winner of the whole tournament. That said, the students left to go change. Kagome came out of the dressing rooms dressing in black, baggy jeans with a dark green shirt overlapping a gray one. She wore her dark gray tennis shoes.
As she walked out to her friends, she froze when her eye caught someone standing by the Instructor. It was Naraku.
AN: So what do you think? Sorry if it's a little slow. I promise it will get better. I know, I had a cliffee. I'm sorry. I couldn't help the urge!! READ AND REVIEW!!! I couldn't decide if I wanted Kagome and Kouga to fight of Inuyasha and Kouga to fight. I decided Inuyasha would fight someone else ::coughNarakucough:: I'll get the next chapter out as soon as I can. Please be patient. I am going to answer a few questions on chapter 4 now:
Kenshins girl: Kagome doesn't really hate Hojo. She just doesn't like the fact that he bugs her constantly. She hopes that if he gets beat up enough that he'll leave her alone while he's recovering.
Silver Moon Megami: Thank you. I'm glad you like my story. Sorry but Inuyasha and Kouga will not combat in the tournament. Sorry. I'm going to let them fight in a different way.*wink wink*
Delonwethiel: Don't worry! Inuyasha will kick more than just Kouga's ass in this story. lol. ^_~
S2animeluverS2: Kagome and Inuyasha will get together, most likely, in the eighth or ninth chapter.
I just want to give a special thanks to all the people who've stayed with through this story so far and then I'm sorry for not updating sooner!! ARIGATO!!! GOMEN!!! Ok, Ja ne.