Chapter 15
The Waiting Game
authors note: Just a note blah blah didnt own any of the songs from the last chapter.. its pretty obvious but just wanted to cover
all bases, thanks
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::dream sequence::
Kagome: ::is walking around in feudal japan. She is wearing her old schoolgirl outfit, and is calling for her friends:: InuYasha! Miroku! Sango! Shippou! Is anyone around??
::she finds herself in a dense forest, and starts making her way through it, continuing to shout the names:: Miroku!! Sango!! Anyone?!?
::a cold wind blows by and she begins to get cold:: Where is everyone? ::she falls to her knees:: I dont get it. Why would they leave me alone. Well fine then! I dont need any of them! If InuYasha wants to go off by himself, let him!
::she then begins her trek back to the well, but comes to a horrifying realization. Its blocked off, thick vines blocking her entry::
Kagome: Whats going on?!? ::she tears at the vines wildly, but the more she tries, the more the vines move and get in her way:: Why..does this seem familiar.. ::her eyes widen, and she turns around to see Kikyo, surrounded by the spirits who serve her::
Kikyo: You are a fool, little girl.
Kagome: Ki-kikyo...whats going on? What have you done with InuYasha and the others.
Kikyo: How many times do they have to save you, Kagome? What is it that you actually do for them? Why reduce InuYasha to carring for a child.
Kagome: Im not a child! You are the one trying to kill him!
Kikyo: What can you do for him that I cannot?
Kagome: ::finds herself at a loss for words, then finally spurts out:: I can make sure he lives!
Kikyo: Simple words from a simple mind. Face it, Kagome, you are ignorant of your own surroundings. You expect to live a life with people you know little about. The only time you will find out the truth is when your entire world crumbles around you. So what is it going to be, Kagome Higurashi. Will you admit your weakness, and surrended InuYasha to myself?
Kagome: Never! Im not going to let him down! Id never let him down!
Kikyo: How can you save him if you cant save yourself. I will return, Kagome, one way or another, and on that day I will reclaim InuYasha. Until then ::she raises her hand and Kagome stumbles back, the vines grabbing her and pulling her down the well, screaming::
::End sequence::
Kagome: ::wakes up beside InuYasha, who is sleeping beside her with his mouth open. The TV is left on::
TV: ::its the spongemonkeys, and they are singing:: ..Beware of PaperCuts! Eat Quiznos Subs.
Kagome: ::raises a brow:: Huh...::shakes her head:: InuYasha left the TV on again...::goes to grab the remote:: It happened again. Why am I so afraid? Its this stupid waiting game. Knowing something big is going to happen and not knowing what it is, its driving me crazy here. There...is so much more on the line now.. ::she leans over and kisses InuYasha on his ears. She watches them twitch, and she smiles. The smile fades quickly, though::
Kagome: Maybe talking to Lee will help calm me down. She seems to have a handle on this more than anyone. ::she lets her head fall back on her pillow:: Im not ready to go to sleep yet..
InuYasha: ::wakes up slowly from Kagome's talking:: Wha...whatswrongkagome..::he slurrs out::
kagome: Oh..Just a nightmare..but Im okay now..
InuYasha: ::takes her gently in his arms and rests his head on her shoulder:: Kagome why you havin nightmares you know Im going to protect you from everythin ::he falls asleep right after that:: and Kagome ::
Kagome: Thanks ::sighs happily at his sweetness and curls up and attempts to go to sleep again::
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::Sango is outside, trimming the hedges. She wipes the sweat from her brow as she continues her laborous task:: I dont see why InuYasha isnt doing this..
Kotaku: ::rides by on the lawnmower:: Hi mom..
Sango: ::drops her clippers:: Kotaku get off of there!!!
Kotaku: But I can't!
Sango: And why is that?
Kotaku: Because Im being paid.
Sango: Paid?
Kotaku: Yeah. InuYasha said he'd give me 10 bucks if I mowed the grass for him! This is fun!
Sango: ::shakes her head:: but you dont even know how to use that thing....Kotaku! watch out...::sees he is heading straight for the fence::
Kotaku: It wont turn!
Sango: Hold on! ::runs over and grabs her son out of the way just before the mower crashes into the fence::
Kotaku: Sorry.
Sango: Its not your fault...not this time. Go see if you can find Shippou or something.
Kotaku: But what about my....
Sango: ::looking completely exhausted, pulls 10 bucks from her wallet and hands it to him::
Kotaku: Thanks Momma! ::runs in the house::
Sango: ::in an annoyed tone:: InuYasha...... ::goes inside the house and sees something unusual. she pauses::
Shane: ::isactually seen, doing his best to clean up the house. aka, sweeping stuff under carpets and stuffingthings in random drawers. During his cleaning, he pulls out a magazine.:: Hmm
Sesshomaru: ::rings the door bell::
Shane: ::opens thedoor:: What?
Sesshomaru: I need to speak to Miss Higurashi
Shane: Which one?
Sesshomaru: ::MISS:: Higurashi.
Shane: Oh. Lee, that rich guy is here to see you ::drops the magazine and heads to the kitchen::
Sango: Sesshomaru....why are you here?
Lee: ::is wearing casual clothes as well, comes out from the hallway:: I see you showed up.
Sesshomaru: Oddly enough. I dont see why you couldnt just come to my office.
Lee: Because I felt like pissing you off. Ive got a lot of questions that need answering. ::motions to the couch:: Have a seat.
Sesshomaru: ::sits down::
Kagome: ::Enters:: Hello...Sesshomaru?
Sesshomaru: ::just nods to them:: Now, your questions Miss Higurashi.
Lee: If you supposedly have the information on who can locate the Hinun Mingan, whythe heck havent you told me.
Sesshomaru: Thats how you play the waiting game.
Sesshomaru: ::nods:: There was no need for you or any of your...rash...family members to bother thegirl before she is of any use. My sources indicate that she is unable to detect much of anything until she has reached a certain age.
Lee: And what would that age be?
Sesshomaru: 13 I believe, I would have to check again. The birthday will come soonenough, but until then, both sides are stuck in limbo.
Lee: The attacks about the city have yet to completely stop. Miroku just recently delt with a demon, and both InuYasha and Kagome report having strange dreams...
Sesshomaru: These demons are doing their best to mess with your minds. Think of the numerous times Naraku tortured my brother with Kikyo. It is a sick pleasure, and an effective method of wearing a person down.
Lee: What about InuYasha becoming weakened?
Sesshomaru: I havent an answer to that yet, and then it doesnt matter much. He was never good at accomplishing much of anything.
Lee: ::narrows her eyes:: Spare me your rivalry.
Sesshomaru: Many more occurances will happen that you cannot explain. Stay alive, and stay alert, until we can truly analyze the Hinun Mingan's power.
Lee: Fine. ::stretches::
Kagome: ::sees the magazine Shane picked up earlier:: I havent seenthis one aroundbefore..
Lee: Oh,thats just a copy of Young Businessmen. It keeps upwith the latest trends and stock options. Just got it inthe mail yesterday.
Kagome: ::flips it over to the front cover:: What the....This is a picture of Sesshomaru!!
Lee: Hm?
Sesshomaru: ::just looks at the magazine::
Sango:Letme seethat ::stares:: whoah..
Kagome:...yeah..
Sango: Whoah..no shirt..
Lee: ::looks at it, but her face remains stoic::
::While Kagome and Sango are staring at it almost drooling, InuYasha walks up behind them::
InuYasha: What are you guys looking at, ::peeks:: How'd Sesshomaru get on a magazine.?
Kagome: What can I say...
Sango: He...does look very good inthis picture..
InuYasha: ::notices their expressions and snatches the magazine::Come on! He doesnt look that great! Havent you ladies ever heard of AIRBRUSH?!
Sango: airbrush?
Kagome: I dunno..
Sesshomaru: ::seeing yet another way to annoy his brother,stands up. He takes off his shirt, and stands int he pose that he was in on the cover::
Kagome: Well, theregoesthe airbrush theory
InuYasha: Feh..
Sesshomaru: I lie about nothing.
Miroku: ::whohasnt entered the room just yet, stands in the doorway:: Interesting reaction. Sesshomaru, any openings in yourcompany?
Sango: Im gonna go get a soda ::as she walks by Miroku she gently jabs him in the side for that comment:: Lecher.
Miroku: I really think that reputation is much too harsh for me.
InuYasha: Well you worked so hard to get it.Thats all peopleare gonna remember you for.
Miroku: I should hope not.::his beeper goes off::Im needed at work. Good dayall:: walksout::
Sango: Im going to figure out where he works really soon.
InuYasha: Yeah, better carry that boomerang with you.
Sango: Ive got errands...to run myself ::leaves::
InuYasha: Hope she busts the creep.
Sango: ::runs back:: I hope you know, I havent forgotten what you did to my son!
InuYasha: Feh.
Kotaku: ::runs over:: InuYasha InuYasha!
InuYasha: What kid?
Kotaku: Kita did something bad..
InuYasha: Why should I care?
Kotaku: You should really come see!!
InuYasha: ::walks with kotaku to where Kita is plopped in front of the computer::
Kita: ::engrossed in the screen:: Wow, who knew I would get so many bids..
InuYasha: What ya doin kid ::shoves Kita to the side and screams:: WHAT THE HELL!!! YOU PUT MY TETSUSAIGA ON eBAY!!
Kita: Well you yourself said you might not be able to use it anymore.
InuYasha: ::grabs Kita by her collar:: YOU PUT MY TETSUSAIGA ON eBAY!! You rotten little b::tch!!!
Kita: ::stuffs gum into his mouth::
InuYasha: Mmmff
Kita: ::in fake accent:: And Orbit cleans another dirty mouth ::goes running::
InuYasha: Inuko! Brat at 3 o clock! Cut her off at the pass
Inuko: ::hears him:: Gotcha ::chases down Kita, while Kita scrambles up the stairs::
Inuko: I got you now! ::pulls her out of the closet and drags her dowstairs.::
Inuko: Now what shall we do with her? Boil her in oil. Make her listen to CMT?
InuYasha: I like the first..
Kita: Yeah right.
InuYasha: You forget Im a demon little girl. And demons are evil, realll evil.
Kita: And demons crash in front of the couch and eat potato chips and complain that his wife doesnt service him enough.
::silence::
Inuko: ::drops her::
Kita: Ow.
InuYasha: I want you to fear me, kid. The second Kagome and Sango aren't around...you are all mine.
Kita: Ehehe ::sweatdrop::
InuYasha: Live in fear until then ::walks off::
Inuko: Ooh. Threats.
Kita: What you gonna do about it, Lil Bow Wow.
Inuko: Call me that again, and he's the least of your problems.
Kita: ::sticks her tongue out at him::
Inuko: Hey..have you been into my candy stash?
Kita: what are you talking about?
Inuko: Its all over your teeth.
Kita: Im sorry Inuko ::licks her teeth:: I shouldve brushed better...::takes off::
Inuko: Come back here!!! ::runs after her::
InuYasha: Little psychopaths. If anyone else did that to me I'd be cleaning out their arteries with the Tetsusaiga by now.
::Just as Inuko is about to get Kita, Lee stops him with her hand::
Lee: Is this what you call training?
Inuko: ::blinks:: What?
Lee: With everything that has been happening lately, even what happened to your friend a while back, we are going to need your help eventually..
Inuko: ::lowers his head:: I see. You are right, Lee.
Lee: Yeah..so how about I teach you some actual moves and techniques.
Inuko: Which discipline?
Lee: I know a little bit from all, we are going to have to figure out what exactly would be best for you.
Inuko: ::nods::
Lee: Actually Sango could have a couple things to show you herself, and....
InuYasha: Did I hear that you and Sango are gonna train MY son how to fight?
Lee: You heard correctly.
InuYasha: Sorry ladies, but I think I can handle this one. Ive said it before and I'll say it again-
Lee: I know where this is going, InuYasha, but Kagome and I take a stand on this. You are indeed powerful but
Inuko needs to learn how to properly apply that power, to give him even more of an edge. And until you reach your true potential
again, we need the help we can get.
InuYasha: ::leans against the wall::
Lee: Perhaps you can...help.
InuYasha: I dont need your pity.
Lee: Very well...
InuYasha: But I will watch over and make sure you are doing it right...
Lee: Oh..I see.. Well come on Inuko, ::walks outside with him::
Sesshomaru: ::now with his shirt back on:: I see I am no longer needed here. The rest of the research I found can be faxed...::walks out of the house and over to the side where he can see Lee, InuYasha and Inuko. He shakes his head, and goes back to his car::
Lee: There is just one thing I want to ask you, InuYasha
InuYasha: Whats that?
Lee: Aren't you going to stop the bidding on your sword, first?
InuYasha: Crap...::runs back in, leaving Lee with her trademark half smile::
InuYasha: ::goes inside and looks at the screen:: Now lets see...::hits a whole bunch of buttons:: Just..stop it...yeah! Great ::sees the computer now with a blue error screen:: Blue Screen of Death! That should stop it! ::walks back outside. When he goes back out there Lee is already reviewing a few simple stances with Inuko::
Inuko: ::follows but looks a little impatient::
Lee: It will pay off in the long run...
Inuko: Feh..
Lee: ::raises a brow::
InuYasha: ::looks off:: Don't look at me.
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::Back at his office, Sesshomaru is not pleased to find his office has been searched again:: Petty demons...::he mutters under his breath as he analyzes what has been taken, then takes a stroll through the building::
Rin: ::sees him in the hallway:: Did you need anything?
Sesshomaru: Yes. Who was in my office last.
Rin: It was locked. The only people on that floor were the few from accounting.
Sesshomaru: Thank you Rin ::makes his way to accounting and stops just short of an office where some people are talking::
Man 1: I couldn't find anything...dont you get it! He keeps nothing of importance there
Man 2: Well watch your step, you know what happened to the other guy who got caught.
Man 1: So what, he was fired.
Man 2: You don't know Mr. Sho very well, do you? Either way, we could recieve everything we could dream for if we play our cards right. Monetarily and then some. But he's going to be back to the office soon, so keep a low profile.
Sesshomaru: ::instead of busting in on them, shakes his head and goes back to his office. He then begins the tedious task of cleaning it::
Sesshomaru: As soon as a little power leaks, demons are drawn to it. This is no different than the Shikon Jewel, and yet most have not even seen it. It is best that I acquire it soon, before my idiot brother lets it slip into undesired hands ::gives a half smile:: The advantages of having demons in my corporation is worthwhile, but still, the disadvantages arise. Wars have started and finished right beneath these humans eyes. Hopefully, the war with the Hinun Mingan will not be the first to be seen
Sesshomaru: ::goes back to a frown:: Then again, now that InuYasha is involved, its bound to. Until then, I must keep an eye on those few ::walks off::
Man 1: Either way, forget about the stupid charm for now. We have bigger things on our plate. ::stares out the window:: The humans won't see it coming.
Man 2: You better know what you are doing.
Man 1: I do. The money is being transferred to my account as we speak. The funds needed to host this competition will bring in humans and demons alike to fight to their deaths.
Man 2: And then what?
Man 1: If all goes well, it will play out just as it did in Japan in days of old. The best of the warriors, each one, will mold into one form, which will be completely under our control. With that, we no longer have to hide under these petty human lifestyles. We can take what rightfully belongs to us, and again, demons will rule the lands.
Man 2: You are a fool...Mr. Sho would not approve.
Man 1: He will not care as long as we suceed. The Hinun Mingan would help greatly in this, but it is not necessary. Now, will you do me a favor?
Man 2: What?
Man 1: Go get me a cup of coffee.
Man 2: ::grumbles::
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Miroku: ::is finishing up at work, and is looking over some pictures that cannot be seen:: Very good work today.
Sango: ::knocks on the other side of the door:: Miroku...Miroku are you in there? Miroku!
Miroku: ::grabs all the pictures and goes into the closet:: Not yet..You can't know just yet..
Sango: ::fiddles with the lock:: Maybe this is the wrong address..::leaves::
Miroku: ::sighs and comes back out:: Just a little bit more time Sango, my dear, and you will see ::opens the door after a few minutes to check if the coast is clear, then turns on the news:: At least there havent been any reported deaths...
News Anchor: Funded by an unknown company, the Evolution Royale, is a preliminary martial arts tournament that will be held at this address in Chesapeake. There will be cash prizes, and an invitation to the final tournament to determine a grand prize winner. There is no prerequisite for joining, so anyone willing to take a shot at it is invited to call this number.
Miroku: ::smiles:: Lee has been wanting to train Inuko...perhaps this is the perfect opportunity.
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::Later that day, Inuko is the only one left in the backyard, still training. InuYasha has taken to wandering the house, when he notices Kita is back on the computer, on eBay. He sees his Tetsusaiga on the screen::
InuYasha: What?? I thought I got rid of that!
Kita: Nope. But thanks for everything Inuyasha, someone finally bought it.
InuYasha: ::looks pale:: What...
Kita: ::points to the eBay ID: sacrdarrw03::
InuYasha: Who the hell is that?
Kita: Who knows, but at least we both get some money..::hops off and walks away::
InuYasha: ::quietly:: My sword..
::a bit later, Kagome walks by InuYasha, still staring at the screen :: InuYasha..Oh InuYasha...
InuYasha: What..
Kagome: ::hands him his sword::
InuYasha: You haven't sold it yet!!
Kagome: It was sold.
InuYasha: Huh.
Kagome: My bid got through ::cheesy smile::
InuYasha: ..
Kagome: ::knocks him on the head:: Im scrdarrw03. Im on eBay all the time. It serves you right InuYasha for being such a jerk before.
InuYasha: What are you talking about?
Kagome: Earlier when you brushed me off about helping with the chores.
[Flashback]
Kagome: InuYasha can you help me with the laundry.
InuYasha: No ::flips channel::
Kagome: InuYasha..
InuYasha: Im busy.
Kagome: Grr..You've turned into a bum! One of these days I'll say something to get you off your feet!
InuYasha: Yeah Yeah ::flips channel::
[End flashback]
InuYasha: Oh...forgot about that one. ::sweatdrops::
Kagome: Next time I'll really make you sweat it out. Or I just might sell it to the highest bidder ::walks off::
InuYasha: ::looks at eBAY:: Stupid site of evil. ::looks around and gets on the computer:: Now how do I get this thing to sell Kagome's precious lawn furniture..
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The Waiting Game
authors note: Just a note blah blah didnt own any of the songs from the last chapter.. its pretty obvious but just wanted to cover
all bases, thanks
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::dream sequence::
Kagome: ::is walking around in feudal japan. She is wearing her old schoolgirl outfit, and is calling for her friends:: InuYasha! Miroku! Sango! Shippou! Is anyone around??
::she finds herself in a dense forest, and starts making her way through it, continuing to shout the names:: Miroku!! Sango!! Anyone?!?
::a cold wind blows by and she begins to get cold:: Where is everyone? ::she falls to her knees:: I dont get it. Why would they leave me alone. Well fine then! I dont need any of them! If InuYasha wants to go off by himself, let him!
::she then begins her trek back to the well, but comes to a horrifying realization. Its blocked off, thick vines blocking her entry::
Kagome: Whats going on?!? ::she tears at the vines wildly, but the more she tries, the more the vines move and get in her way:: Why..does this seem familiar.. ::her eyes widen, and she turns around to see Kikyo, surrounded by the spirits who serve her::
Kikyo: You are a fool, little girl.
Kagome: Ki-kikyo...whats going on? What have you done with InuYasha and the others.
Kikyo: How many times do they have to save you, Kagome? What is it that you actually do for them? Why reduce InuYasha to carring for a child.
Kagome: Im not a child! You are the one trying to kill him!
Kikyo: What can you do for him that I cannot?
Kagome: ::finds herself at a loss for words, then finally spurts out:: I can make sure he lives!
Kikyo: Simple words from a simple mind. Face it, Kagome, you are ignorant of your own surroundings. You expect to live a life with people you know little about. The only time you will find out the truth is when your entire world crumbles around you. So what is it going to be, Kagome Higurashi. Will you admit your weakness, and surrended InuYasha to myself?
Kagome: Never! Im not going to let him down! Id never let him down!
Kikyo: How can you save him if you cant save yourself. I will return, Kagome, one way or another, and on that day I will reclaim InuYasha. Until then ::she raises her hand and Kagome stumbles back, the vines grabbing her and pulling her down the well, screaming::
::End sequence::
Kagome: ::wakes up beside InuYasha, who is sleeping beside her with his mouth open. The TV is left on::
TV: ::its the spongemonkeys, and they are singing:: ..Beware of PaperCuts! Eat Quiznos Subs.
Kagome: ::raises a brow:: Huh...::shakes her head:: InuYasha left the TV on again...::goes to grab the remote:: It happened again. Why am I so afraid? Its this stupid waiting game. Knowing something big is going to happen and not knowing what it is, its driving me crazy here. There...is so much more on the line now.. ::she leans over and kisses InuYasha on his ears. She watches them twitch, and she smiles. The smile fades quickly, though::
Kagome: Maybe talking to Lee will help calm me down. She seems to have a handle on this more than anyone. ::she lets her head fall back on her pillow:: Im not ready to go to sleep yet..
InuYasha: ::wakes up slowly from Kagome's talking:: Wha...whatswrongkagome..::he slurrs out::
kagome: Oh..Just a nightmare..but Im okay now..
InuYasha: ::takes her gently in his arms and rests his head on her shoulder:: Kagome why you havin nightmares you know Im going to protect you from everythin ::he falls asleep right after that:: and Kagome ::
Kagome: Thanks ::sighs happily at his sweetness and curls up and attempts to go to sleep again::
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::Sango is outside, trimming the hedges. She wipes the sweat from her brow as she continues her laborous task:: I dont see why InuYasha isnt doing this..
Kotaku: ::rides by on the lawnmower:: Hi mom..
Sango: ::drops her clippers:: Kotaku get off of there!!!
Kotaku: But I can't!
Sango: And why is that?
Kotaku: Because Im being paid.
Sango: Paid?
Kotaku: Yeah. InuYasha said he'd give me 10 bucks if I mowed the grass for him! This is fun!
Sango: ::shakes her head:: but you dont even know how to use that thing....Kotaku! watch out...::sees he is heading straight for the fence::
Kotaku: It wont turn!
Sango: Hold on! ::runs over and grabs her son out of the way just before the mower crashes into the fence::
Kotaku: Sorry.
Sango: Its not your fault...not this time. Go see if you can find Shippou or something.
Kotaku: But what about my....
Sango: ::looking completely exhausted, pulls 10 bucks from her wallet and hands it to him::
Kotaku: Thanks Momma! ::runs in the house::
Sango: ::in an annoyed tone:: InuYasha...... ::goes inside the house and sees something unusual. she pauses::
Shane: ::isactually seen, doing his best to clean up the house. aka, sweeping stuff under carpets and stuffingthings in random drawers. During his cleaning, he pulls out a magazine.:: Hmm
Sesshomaru: ::rings the door bell::
Shane: ::opens thedoor:: What?
Sesshomaru: I need to speak to Miss Higurashi
Shane: Which one?
Sesshomaru: ::MISS:: Higurashi.
Shane: Oh. Lee, that rich guy is here to see you ::drops the magazine and heads to the kitchen::
Sango: Sesshomaru....why are you here?
Lee: ::is wearing casual clothes as well, comes out from the hallway:: I see you showed up.
Sesshomaru: Oddly enough. I dont see why you couldnt just come to my office.
Lee: Because I felt like pissing you off. Ive got a lot of questions that need answering. ::motions to the couch:: Have a seat.
Sesshomaru: ::sits down::
Kagome: ::Enters:: Hello...Sesshomaru?
Sesshomaru: ::just nods to them:: Now, your questions Miss Higurashi.
Lee: If you supposedly have the information on who can locate the Hinun Mingan, whythe heck havent you told me.
Sesshomaru: Thats how you play the waiting game.
Sesshomaru: ::nods:: There was no need for you or any of your...rash...family members to bother thegirl before she is of any use. My sources indicate that she is unable to detect much of anything until she has reached a certain age.
Lee: And what would that age be?
Sesshomaru: 13 I believe, I would have to check again. The birthday will come soonenough, but until then, both sides are stuck in limbo.
Lee: The attacks about the city have yet to completely stop. Miroku just recently delt with a demon, and both InuYasha and Kagome report having strange dreams...
Sesshomaru: These demons are doing their best to mess with your minds. Think of the numerous times Naraku tortured my brother with Kikyo. It is a sick pleasure, and an effective method of wearing a person down.
Lee: What about InuYasha becoming weakened?
Sesshomaru: I havent an answer to that yet, and then it doesnt matter much. He was never good at accomplishing much of anything.
Lee: ::narrows her eyes:: Spare me your rivalry.
Sesshomaru: Many more occurances will happen that you cannot explain. Stay alive, and stay alert, until we can truly analyze the Hinun Mingan's power.
Lee: Fine. ::stretches::
Kagome: ::sees the magazine Shane picked up earlier:: I havent seenthis one aroundbefore..
Lee: Oh,thats just a copy of Young Businessmen. It keeps upwith the latest trends and stock options. Just got it inthe mail yesterday.
Kagome: ::flips it over to the front cover:: What the....This is a picture of Sesshomaru!!
Lee: Hm?
Sesshomaru: ::just looks at the magazine::
Sango:Letme seethat ::stares:: whoah..
Kagome:...yeah..
Sango: Whoah..no shirt..
Lee: ::looks at it, but her face remains stoic::
::While Kagome and Sango are staring at it almost drooling, InuYasha walks up behind them::
InuYasha: What are you guys looking at, ::peeks:: How'd Sesshomaru get on a magazine.?
Kagome: What can I say...
Sango: He...does look very good inthis picture..
InuYasha: ::notices their expressions and snatches the magazine::Come on! He doesnt look that great! Havent you ladies ever heard of AIRBRUSH?!
Sango: airbrush?
Kagome: I dunno..
Sesshomaru: ::seeing yet another way to annoy his brother,stands up. He takes off his shirt, and stands int he pose that he was in on the cover::
Kagome: Well, theregoesthe airbrush theory
InuYasha: Feh..
Sesshomaru: I lie about nothing.
Miroku: ::whohasnt entered the room just yet, stands in the doorway:: Interesting reaction. Sesshomaru, any openings in yourcompany?
Sango: Im gonna go get a soda ::as she walks by Miroku she gently jabs him in the side for that comment:: Lecher.
Miroku: I really think that reputation is much too harsh for me.
InuYasha: Well you worked so hard to get it.Thats all peopleare gonna remember you for.
Miroku: I should hope not.::his beeper goes off::Im needed at work. Good dayall:: walksout::
Sango: Im going to figure out where he works really soon.
InuYasha: Yeah, better carry that boomerang with you.
Sango: Ive got errands...to run myself ::leaves::
InuYasha: Hope she busts the creep.
Sango: ::runs back:: I hope you know, I havent forgotten what you did to my son!
InuYasha: Feh.
Kotaku: ::runs over:: InuYasha InuYasha!
InuYasha: What kid?
Kotaku: Kita did something bad..
InuYasha: Why should I care?
Kotaku: You should really come see!!
InuYasha: ::walks with kotaku to where Kita is plopped in front of the computer::
Kita: ::engrossed in the screen:: Wow, who knew I would get so many bids..
InuYasha: What ya doin kid ::shoves Kita to the side and screams:: WHAT THE HELL!!! YOU PUT MY TETSUSAIGA ON eBAY!!
Kita: Well you yourself said you might not be able to use it anymore.
InuYasha: ::grabs Kita by her collar:: YOU PUT MY TETSUSAIGA ON eBAY!! You rotten little b::tch!!!
Kita: ::stuffs gum into his mouth::
InuYasha: Mmmff
Kita: ::in fake accent:: And Orbit cleans another dirty mouth ::goes running::
InuYasha: Inuko! Brat at 3 o clock! Cut her off at the pass
Inuko: ::hears him:: Gotcha ::chases down Kita, while Kita scrambles up the stairs::
Inuko: I got you now! ::pulls her out of the closet and drags her dowstairs.::
Inuko: Now what shall we do with her? Boil her in oil. Make her listen to CMT?
InuYasha: I like the first..
Kita: Yeah right.
InuYasha: You forget Im a demon little girl. And demons are evil, realll evil.
Kita: And demons crash in front of the couch and eat potato chips and complain that his wife doesnt service him enough.
::silence::
Inuko: ::drops her::
Kita: Ow.
InuYasha: I want you to fear me, kid. The second Kagome and Sango aren't around...you are all mine.
Kita: Ehehe ::sweatdrop::
InuYasha: Live in fear until then ::walks off::
Inuko: Ooh. Threats.
Kita: What you gonna do about it, Lil Bow Wow.
Inuko: Call me that again, and he's the least of your problems.
Kita: ::sticks her tongue out at him::
Inuko: Hey..have you been into my candy stash?
Kita: what are you talking about?
Inuko: Its all over your teeth.
Kita: Im sorry Inuko ::licks her teeth:: I shouldve brushed better...::takes off::
Inuko: Come back here!!! ::runs after her::
InuYasha: Little psychopaths. If anyone else did that to me I'd be cleaning out their arteries with the Tetsusaiga by now.
::Just as Inuko is about to get Kita, Lee stops him with her hand::
Lee: Is this what you call training?
Inuko: ::blinks:: What?
Lee: With everything that has been happening lately, even what happened to your friend a while back, we are going to need your help eventually..
Inuko: ::lowers his head:: I see. You are right, Lee.
Lee: Yeah..so how about I teach you some actual moves and techniques.
Inuko: Which discipline?
Lee: I know a little bit from all, we are going to have to figure out what exactly would be best for you.
Inuko: ::nods::
Lee: Actually Sango could have a couple things to show you herself, and....
InuYasha: Did I hear that you and Sango are gonna train MY son how to fight?
Lee: You heard correctly.
InuYasha: Sorry ladies, but I think I can handle this one. Ive said it before and I'll say it again-
Lee: I know where this is going, InuYasha, but Kagome and I take a stand on this. You are indeed powerful but
Inuko needs to learn how to properly apply that power, to give him even more of an edge. And until you reach your true potential
again, we need the help we can get.
InuYasha: ::leans against the wall::
Lee: Perhaps you can...help.
InuYasha: I dont need your pity.
Lee: Very well...
InuYasha: But I will watch over and make sure you are doing it right...
Lee: Oh..I see.. Well come on Inuko, ::walks outside with him::
Sesshomaru: ::now with his shirt back on:: I see I am no longer needed here. The rest of the research I found can be faxed...::walks out of the house and over to the side where he can see Lee, InuYasha and Inuko. He shakes his head, and goes back to his car::
Lee: There is just one thing I want to ask you, InuYasha
InuYasha: Whats that?
Lee: Aren't you going to stop the bidding on your sword, first?
InuYasha: Crap...::runs back in, leaving Lee with her trademark half smile::
InuYasha: ::goes inside and looks at the screen:: Now lets see...::hits a whole bunch of buttons:: Just..stop it...yeah! Great ::sees the computer now with a blue error screen:: Blue Screen of Death! That should stop it! ::walks back outside. When he goes back out there Lee is already reviewing a few simple stances with Inuko::
Inuko: ::follows but looks a little impatient::
Lee: It will pay off in the long run...
Inuko: Feh..
Lee: ::raises a brow::
InuYasha: ::looks off:: Don't look at me.
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::Back at his office, Sesshomaru is not pleased to find his office has been searched again:: Petty demons...::he mutters under his breath as he analyzes what has been taken, then takes a stroll through the building::
Rin: ::sees him in the hallway:: Did you need anything?
Sesshomaru: Yes. Who was in my office last.
Rin: It was locked. The only people on that floor were the few from accounting.
Sesshomaru: Thank you Rin ::makes his way to accounting and stops just short of an office where some people are talking::
Man 1: I couldn't find anything...dont you get it! He keeps nothing of importance there
Man 2: Well watch your step, you know what happened to the other guy who got caught.
Man 1: So what, he was fired.
Man 2: You don't know Mr. Sho very well, do you? Either way, we could recieve everything we could dream for if we play our cards right. Monetarily and then some. But he's going to be back to the office soon, so keep a low profile.
Sesshomaru: ::instead of busting in on them, shakes his head and goes back to his office. He then begins the tedious task of cleaning it::
Sesshomaru: As soon as a little power leaks, demons are drawn to it. This is no different than the Shikon Jewel, and yet most have not even seen it. It is best that I acquire it soon, before my idiot brother lets it slip into undesired hands ::gives a half smile:: The advantages of having demons in my corporation is worthwhile, but still, the disadvantages arise. Wars have started and finished right beneath these humans eyes. Hopefully, the war with the Hinun Mingan will not be the first to be seen
Sesshomaru: ::goes back to a frown:: Then again, now that InuYasha is involved, its bound to. Until then, I must keep an eye on those few ::walks off::
Man 1: Either way, forget about the stupid charm for now. We have bigger things on our plate. ::stares out the window:: The humans won't see it coming.
Man 2: You better know what you are doing.
Man 1: I do. The money is being transferred to my account as we speak. The funds needed to host this competition will bring in humans and demons alike to fight to their deaths.
Man 2: And then what?
Man 1: If all goes well, it will play out just as it did in Japan in days of old. The best of the warriors, each one, will mold into one form, which will be completely under our control. With that, we no longer have to hide under these petty human lifestyles. We can take what rightfully belongs to us, and again, demons will rule the lands.
Man 2: You are a fool...Mr. Sho would not approve.
Man 1: He will not care as long as we suceed. The Hinun Mingan would help greatly in this, but it is not necessary. Now, will you do me a favor?
Man 2: What?
Man 1: Go get me a cup of coffee.
Man 2: ::grumbles::
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Miroku: ::is finishing up at work, and is looking over some pictures that cannot be seen:: Very good work today.
Sango: ::knocks on the other side of the door:: Miroku...Miroku are you in there? Miroku!
Miroku: ::grabs all the pictures and goes into the closet:: Not yet..You can't know just yet..
Sango: ::fiddles with the lock:: Maybe this is the wrong address..::leaves::
Miroku: ::sighs and comes back out:: Just a little bit more time Sango, my dear, and you will see ::opens the door after a few minutes to check if the coast is clear, then turns on the news:: At least there havent been any reported deaths...
News Anchor: Funded by an unknown company, the Evolution Royale, is a preliminary martial arts tournament that will be held at this address in Chesapeake. There will be cash prizes, and an invitation to the final tournament to determine a grand prize winner. There is no prerequisite for joining, so anyone willing to take a shot at it is invited to call this number.
Miroku: ::smiles:: Lee has been wanting to train Inuko...perhaps this is the perfect opportunity.
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::Later that day, Inuko is the only one left in the backyard, still training. InuYasha has taken to wandering the house, when he notices Kita is back on the computer, on eBay. He sees his Tetsusaiga on the screen::
InuYasha: What?? I thought I got rid of that!
Kita: Nope. But thanks for everything Inuyasha, someone finally bought it.
InuYasha: ::looks pale:: What...
Kita: ::points to the eBay ID: sacrdarrw03::
InuYasha: Who the hell is that?
Kita: Who knows, but at least we both get some money..::hops off and walks away::
InuYasha: ::quietly:: My sword..
::a bit later, Kagome walks by InuYasha, still staring at the screen :: InuYasha..Oh InuYasha...
InuYasha: What..
Kagome: ::hands him his sword::
InuYasha: You haven't sold it yet!!
Kagome: It was sold.
InuYasha: Huh.
Kagome: My bid got through ::cheesy smile::
InuYasha: ..
Kagome: ::knocks him on the head:: Im scrdarrw03. Im on eBay all the time. It serves you right InuYasha for being such a jerk before.
InuYasha: What are you talking about?
Kagome: Earlier when you brushed me off about helping with the chores.
[Flashback]
Kagome: InuYasha can you help me with the laundry.
InuYasha: No ::flips channel::
Kagome: InuYasha..
InuYasha: Im busy.
Kagome: Grr..You've turned into a bum! One of these days I'll say something to get you off your feet!
InuYasha: Yeah Yeah ::flips channel::
[End flashback]
InuYasha: Oh...forgot about that one. ::sweatdrops::
Kagome: Next time I'll really make you sweat it out. Or I just might sell it to the highest bidder ::walks off::
InuYasha: ::looks at eBAY:: Stupid site of evil. ::looks around and gets on the computer:: Now how do I get this thing to sell Kagome's precious lawn furniture..
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