Disclaimer: The Teletubbies and Barney came over for tea last night while I was watching Inuyasha...Do you think he'll mind that I've got so many strange people at my house? Or is the fact that I'm strapped in a straight jacket?

A/N: Ok, people, I'm back! Once again, I'm so sorry for the late update... My computer went on an all night bender... Anywayz, I'm so happy! Why? I've got 140 reviews!!! Thank you, my all-powerful readers! (bows before readers) Although I have yet to actually get a flame, some of you complain about a few things. So I've got some issues to address first, sorry...

Okay people! I try to make my chapters as long as possible when I'm writing, but sometimes the words/story won't come, so I have to work with what I've got. Sorry!

Some of you wish that Inuyasha and Kagome had fought a little longer before getting together, hmmm? Be careful, or you may just get your wish...

And for all of the die-hard Kouga fans, I hope you don't mind that he's gonna get a little even soon... If you do, back out now! And don't say I didn't warn you!

Last, but certainly not least, I wish to thank some of the reviewers who have kept up with me so far! BIG THANK YOUS to all of the following: Darkness-Kitsune, Key17, Inuyasha-Freak15, Red Skyies, Suki1, and WolfDemonOfTheNight/sesslover. You guys are definitely the best!

And now, on with the story!

Life of a Teenager

Chapter 11: Kidnapped!

Inuyasha pulled into the driveway of Kagome's house at nine on the dot. Hoping he wasn't too early, he sat back into the seat and waited. It wasn't a long wait. At 9:03, Kagome came out of the house and ran down the steps. Opening the car door, she plopped down in the seat and murmured a "hello." Inuyasha was still staring, unable to say anything back. She was wearing jeans, like he had said. But they were low-rise jeans, and it didn't help that here shirt was a halter top. The jeans were black, but red flames ran up the sides and swirled into roses on the back pockets. The halter-top was the opposite, red with black flames that swirled into a rose on her stomach. Swallowing hard and trying not to look at all the curves, he put the car into gear and drove to Revolutions. It didn't take all of fifteen minutes, as Inuyasha had speeded the entire way, desperate to get out of the car for more room. Didn't she know how the outfit had affected him?

Kagome didn't have a clue; she was too busy hanging onto the dashboard for dear life. Inuyasha was driving like a maniac and it was freaking her out! When they pulled into the parking lot, Inuyasha wasted didn't waste a second in jumping out of the car. He inhaled sharply in relief; he didn't know how much longer he could have held out without pulling over... Kagome, on the other hand, just thought he wanted to get away from her. Stung, she climbed out of the car and walked into Revolutions, leaving Inuyasha to catch up. Shaking his head in confusion, he followed her into club, but instead of going to the VIP room, she headed to the bar. Raising an eyebrow, Inuyasha silently followed.

Kagome plunked into a barstool, ignoring all the looks she was getting from all of the guys around her. The bartender made his way over to her. "What'll it be?" he asked. Kagome looked up and was instantly revolted. The jerk was trying to look down her shirt! Crossing her arms over her chest, she looked him straight in the eye. "Scotch. Straight up." The bartender looked her over in disbelief. "You sure an itty bitty thing like you could handle it?" "Positive," Kagome fairly growled. She didn't notice when Inuyasha took a seat a few stools down. The bartender returned with her drink and set it in front of her. Throwing down some bills she dug out of her pocket, she didn't even hesitate as she knocked the scotch back. She didn't even grimace when the liquid fire seared her throat. "Thanks," she said huskily. Nodding, still looking a little dazed, the bartender grabbed the bills. Inuyasha grinned from a few seats down. Yep, he thought. Pure fire on the inside. She doesn't even let ME push her around... He noticed that Kagome had disappeared and turned around to look for her. Anxiously, he scanned the crowd until he noticed her heading towards the back hallway, towards the VIP room. Sighing, he ordered his own drink. She was a real wear and tear on the nerves, all right...

He didn't notice the figure that rose from the end of the bar to follow Kagome.

Kagome walked down the hall to the door that led to the VIP room. Inuyasha could be such a jerk sometimes! She had a sinking feeling that he was like this all the time. He hadn't even bothered to follow her and ask what the matter was! "Idiot," she mumbled under her breath. The music was so loud that it covered up the sound of footsteps behind her. It wasn't until an arm sneaked around her and a hand covered her mouth that she even knew someone had followed her. Surprised, she stood still for a second, but that was enough time for the person to place a sickeningly sweet smelling cloth over her nose. Involuntarily, she inhaled as she tried to struggle. One last thought ran through her head before she passed out. Great! I'm getting kidnapped, and I didn't even get a chance to show Sango my new outfit...

The sound of a door slamming woke her. Groaning with pain for her aching head, she tried to sit up, but realized she was tied. What in the... The memory of someone grabbing her from behind rose in her mind. Then she'd been drugged and had passed out... That was all she remembered after that. Where am I? she wondered. Realizing the room was spinning so badly because she was tied sitting up, she also realized her feet were tied as well and that duct tape was across her mouth. So she couldn't move and she was tied to a chair. Wonderful! Exactly how I wish every evening would start, she thought moodily. The sound of a key being turned in a lock had her looking up. Before it opened, she put on her best 'go ahead, I dare you' look and prepared herself for anything. One last hope found it's way through her mask before she pulled up her emotional shields. Inuyasha, where are you? Help!

Back at the club, Inuyasha was just now realizing that Kagome wasn't anywhere in the building. "WHAT DO YOU MEAN, YOU HAVEN'T SEEN HER?!" he shouted! "Precisely what I said," Miroku calmly replied. "Kagome hasn't been up here all night. I arrived at eight, then Sango, the Shippo and Souten, then Ayame and Kouga. We've all been here and haven't left. Nor have we had any visitors until you just came in." "But I saw her heading this way! And I know she didn't go to the dance floor, because I was right behind her!" Inuyasha half shouted in frustration. "Maybe she went to the bathroom!" Shippo piped up. "No way. I would have seen her go in," Inuyasha replied. "Hhhhhmmmm..." was all Miroku said. Sango looked apprehensive as she searched the dance floor from the glass wall. "She isn't down there," she finally said. "If, as Inuyasha claims, she hasn't left, and she isn't anywhere to be found in the building, then there's only one explanation," Miroku calmly announced. "And what's that?" Inuyasha questioned. "She's been kidnapped," was his answer. "And there's only one person who could have done it," he added. Inuyasha's eyes flashed red for a millisecond before he got himself under control. "Naraku," he growled.

Kagome wasn't prepared for who walked into the room. She had been expecting some kind of demon, she supposed. Definitely not him! It was a man, and human, from all appearances. He stepped to the edge of the shadows surrounding Kagome's chair. He was tall, with long black hair tied up in a high ponytail. When she finally looked into his eyes, she almost gasped in shock, but held it in just in time. They were red, a deep glowing red that seemed to pierce right into her soul. They captured her gaze and wouldn't let go. It was getting harder and harder to keep up the indifferent attitude. Finally, he spoke. "Welcome, Kagome. Or should I say Midoriko? It's been a while."

A/N: Ohhhhh, I'm so bad to leave it right there! Sorry, couldn't help it... This chapter's kinda short, sorry bout that. I wanted to get at least this chapter posted tonight. I promise, next one's gonna be longer! Remember, read and review people! See ya next chapter! :P