Chapter 17- Shippou's Debut
Inuko: ::is staring through a window at Shippou. The young fox is standing out on the steps, in front of the house. He has his arm around a girl. They are talking about something...what about he could not tell. A light rain begins to fall, and in one swift movement, he pulls her closer. Then he kissed her, first rather gently...then..more involved::
Inuko: How does he do it? Is it the tail? It's got to be the damn tail..
InuYasha: ::peers over Inuko's shoulder:: Its the tail.
Inuko: I don't get it. You told me stories of a little punk who wasn't taller than a bicycle tire who hung on people's shoulders. Could he have changed that much?
InuYasha: You watched him grow just as much as anyone else. Ever since his hair grew long enough to put in a braid he think's he's a regular ladies man.
Inuko: He shops more than me, does that signal something about him?
InuYasha: Well the girls don't get it. He plays with the little kids and always does his chores.
Inuko: Feh..
InuYasha and Inuko: Prep.
Shippou: ::later comes in and plops down in front of the TV::
Inuko: ::slides behind him:: So how'd you do it?
Shippou: Do what?
Inuko: You know what Im talking about.
Shippou: Havent you guys gossiped about me enough? Of course its the tail.
Inuko: Keep showing it off and you will end up in a circus not a double date.
Shippou: ::mumbles:: Its not the tail okay? That stays beneath my trenchcoat...its not my fault girls like me. Im innocent, sweet, honest..you know,
things you haven't heard of.
Inuko: What's that supposed to mean?
Shippou: You are just like your father.
Inuko: Am not.
Shippou: Are too.
Inuko: Am not.
Shippou: Are too.
Inuko: Am not...I am not like him. InuYasha's annoying.
Shippou: Well think of it this way. If InuYasha was here, he'd call his dad by his first name too.
Inuko: You are having fun with this, arent ya fox boy?
Shippou: Yeah im a fox boy. Why do people say that like its an insult. It makes me incredibly handsome.
Inuko: You used to be so nice...What made you conceded? ::crosses his arms::
Shippou: ::kinda sadly:: People talking about me behind my back... You know when you were born I was so happy. I had thoughts of us being best friends and everything. Somehow things went wrong.
Inuko: ::is quiet:: I ..well, we can still hang out sometime if you want.
Shippou: Cool.
Inuko: Now why is it so easy for you to talk to all those girls?
Shippou: Its like this. I just talk to them like I'd talk to you. Don't think "this is some girl Im trying to impress" rather, "This is some person Im talking to, and maybe we will find something in common".
Inuko: You sound like a self help tape.
Shippou: It works, what can I say? You have female friends, you just have to talk to girls your interested in the same way.
Inuko: I can handle myself. Im not some geek who can't do it, I was just wondering how you did it so easily.
Shippou: ::smirks and goes to get a soda::
Inuko: Hey..tomorrow after school we can do stuff, okay?
Shippou: I hear ya.
InuYasha: ::is standing at the car lot, annoyed:: I really don't need these large metal deathtraps to get around. I find the whole thing ridiculous.
Kagome: No.
InuYasha: No what?
Kagome: No SUV.
InuYasha: For the last time, I don't want the SUV.
Kagome: Thats all you have been doing, staring at it.
InuYasha: Well it can do a lot of stuff, Im just curious. Doesn't mean I want it, or need it. I mean, since we moved here, I have never seen so many fat people in my life.
Kagome: InuYasha..
InuYasha: ::holds up his hands:: Not here okay.
Kagome: We can't buy today anyway, but it doesn't hurt to do some research. We can't depend on Lee, Shane, and Miroku's rental to help us out forever.
InuYasha: Remind me again why Miroku and Sango are with us?
Kagome: They need to be there just as much as we do. Eventually everyone will spread out, but this is the best idea for now.
InuYasha: You talk as if you know about personal space. I haven't had any since the stupid hurricane knocked my tree down.
Kagome: ::rolls her eyes::
InuYasha: ::rolls his::
Kagome: Well there is no use standing around here much longer, last thing we need is an angry salesperson because we aren't buying anything. Come on InuYasha..
InuYasha: ::puts his arm around Kagome:: Finally, thought we'd be here forever ::slowly turns his head back::
Kagome: No SUV.
InuYasha: Cut that out.
Kagome: We can walk to the mall from here, and Miroku is going to pick us up later. I know of some things I need, is there anything you need?
InuYasha: Nope.
Kagome: You say that, and then complain that you don't have it an hour later.
InuYasha: Well I suck at shopping.
Kagome: That you do, but try to think.
InuYasha: ::sticks his hand in his pockets:: Rice Crispie Treats.
Kagome: ::blinks:: You want those?
InuYasha: The premade stuff, so I don't get my hands stuck together with marshmellows the last time..
Flashback
::InuYasha is attempting to make rice crispie treats with a young Inuko. Inuko, being a silly little kid, pushes InuYasha's hands into the messy goo before he could stir it properly. Inuko laughs at him, and a frustrated InuYasha, STILL has to make the treats and somehow get his hands free from the edible glue::
End Flashback
Kagome: I thought that was cute..
InuYasha: ::sighs, and actually smiles:: Me too, ::he lets his hand rest on Kagome's hip:: You know you really changed my life. Just when I think Ive seen it all you show me something new.
Kagome: ::eyes soften:: InuYasha.
InuYasha: All I wanna say is...well...thanks. For everything...
::the scene goes to their shadow showing against a building they are walking past. From the shadow you can tell they are kissing:::Later that day, Shippou is at the mall. He is sitting down when the same girl from before finds him and sits beside him::
Shippou: Hey..
Girl: Hi...I..i..need to tell you something.
Shippou: What is it Elise?
Elise: ::frowns and looks away:: I wanted to tell you before...but I was having such a good time forgetting about everything.
Shippou: Why what's wrong?
Elise: Im pregnant.
Shippou: ::pauses::
Elise: My ex-boyfriend Demal is the father. I hated that relationship, the only reason I was with him was because I was lonely and he cheated on me from the very beginning. Somehow one of my friends blabbed to him, and now he's after me.
He thinks I'm his propety and he wants to get me back.
Shippou: ::clenches his fist:: I won't let him hurt you, Elise.
Elise: I couldn't stand it. I thought if I was with another guy I could use him as protection against Demal, but that wasn't fair. It wasn't fair at all. Im sorry Shippou.
Shippou: Its okay ::puts his arm around her:: Demal...I think I've heard that name before.
Elise: If it was connected to anything illegal, its probably him.
Shippou: Well I -
Elise: There he is..
Demal: ::a fairly big guy, surrounded by a few others, approaches:: Hey Elise.
Elise: ::is silent, looks at the table::
Demal: Its getting a little late. Maybe I should take you home?
Elise: ::still no reply::
Shippou: ::stands:: The lady is not interested in you. Its time you leave her alone.
Demal: I get it, Elise. You're getting little boys to protect you. It didn't work the last time, and it isn't going to this time.
Shippou: I'd rather not hurt you in a public place.
Demal: You..::laughs, and so does his buddies::
Shippou: You are nothing but a stereotypical bully. Leave before I embarrass you..
Demal: ::shoves Shippou out of the chair::
Elise: Demal stop it..
Shippou: This is stupid...::gets up and stares Demal in the eye.His eyes turn red and his skin darkens. His face twists up and veins bulge as he opens his mouth and sharp fangs dripping with blood appear::
Demal: ::looks at Shippou in horror and backs off::
Shippou: ::in a very scary, horror movie voice:: You don't want to mess with meee...::hiss::
Demal: You..you are some sorta freak...::he backs off, and some of his boys run away::
Shippou: ::turns back to Elise, looking normal now:: Cool huh?
Elise: ::looks a little scared herself:: Ho..how did you do that?
Shippou: Oh, Im a master of tricks. In fact, that..is what I have been studying since I was little. Illusions.
Elise: You...are really good.
Shippou: ::giggles::
Elise: Well ::dusts herself off and takes a deep breath:: What am I going to do? Im afraid to go to my dad, he'll kick me out.
Shippou: What about your grandmother that you keep talking about, the one you are always saying makes those great things. You can go to her, can't you?
Elise: Maybe...but that would mean I'd have to move. From my friends, my job..
Shippou: Its just an option. I really don't want you to leave, Elise, but if its best for you, you should do it.
Elise: I love you Shippou ::kisses him:: I'll figure things out, when I do, I'll call you..
Shippou: ::with tears in his eyes:: Yeah...good luck ::he whispers as she is out of sight::
::A short while later Elise stops at Janaf Shopping Center to pick up something for her grandmother::
Elise: Now, I bet if I head to..::sees her ex out of the corner of her eye:: No.. ::she quickly exits the store but sees a few of his friends around her car. She quickly pulls out her cell phone::
Elise: Shippou..
Shippou: ::answers, is still hanging at the mall:: Yeah..
Elise: It looks like they are still following me...
Shippou: I knew I shouldve took you home.
Elise: Well they won't give up. Im at the edge of the shopping center nearby, and they are surrounding my car. Please help me..
Shippou: Right, I know where you are...I'll be over there as soon as possible.
Elise: I need to get around people..they won't grab me in front of a crowd...::looks around in a panic::
Shippou: ::clenches his teeth:: I knew I shouldve gotten a car..
Elise: ::is hanging around nervously around a few people in a corner store. She can still see them waiting for her::
Shippou: ::finds one of his friends and they drive over to Janaf::
Shippou: I see her car ::points it out::
Jacob: ::peers out behind Shippou's shoulder:: Yeah that belongs to Elise..but where is she..
Shippou: ::gets out and sniffs the air:: She's nearby
Jacob: ::raises a brow:: Right..do you need backup for these goons.
Shippou: I can handle it.
Jacob: Well I'll be here watching just in case.
Shippou: Thanks man...::runs off in the direction of Elise's scent. He runs right past the goons, which seem a little nervous to approach him anyway. After searching some finds Elise and pulls her into his arms::
Elise: ::whispers:: What do I do?
Shippou: Nothing. I'll take care of it.
Demal: ::trying to keep his nerve goes over to them:: I heard what you said. So you are some sort of magician are you? It isnt going to work this time. ::moves his hand showing that he has a gun but is not pullint it into full view::
Shippou: ::narrows his eyes:: Take this outside..::keeps his arm around Elise and goes in front:: I have to be careful about this. I dont need people thinking im Superman, and I don't want to crush this guy into the ground. I have to handle this just right
Demal: Why don't you stop meddling in other people's business?
Shippou: If you're so tough, why are you afraid to pull your gun?
Demal: Afraid ::goes to pull it out but before he can even bring it any further, Shippou moves from where he was to right into Demal's face::
Shippou: What was that?
Demal: ::presses the barrel of the gun against Shippou's side::
Shippou: Perfect ::moves his hand quickly:: Foxfire ::a energy blast comes out just small enough to melt the gun. The he whispers into his ear:: Cheap weapons don't last long. Go.
Demal: ::tries not to freak out:: Another magician's trick.
Shippou: Maybe, but do you wanna take the chance? ::Demal goes to swing at him but Shippou blocks it and twists his arm around::
Demal: ::looks to his friends:: What are you guys staring at?
::The guys start running quickly, but Shippou takes Demal and shoves him into a few of them, and grabs Elise::
Shippou: I need the quickest way to Grandma's. Now.
Elise: Well I..
Jacob: ::pulls up and opens the door:: Im ready, hop in!
Shippou: ::helps Elise in the backseat and gets in the front:: Move.
Jacob: ::gets out of their quickly::
::They are later seen at a bus station.::
Shippou: So you called your folks about this?
Elise: Yeah. They think its best that I go too...so Im not running away or anything.
Jacob: We used to hang out when we were kids, right Elise?
Elise: ::nods:: Yep..we did. I'll miss you Jake.
Jacob: ::hugs her::
Shippou: ::blushes:: Er..well.
Elise: You are a hero, you know that. I hear the way the people in the house talk about you, like you are nothing. Well I dont know how you were in the past, but its obvious thats all over now.
Shippou: ::nervous laugh:: Yeah..Im a real man..::more nervous laughing::
Elise: ::smiles::
Jacob: ::elbows Shippou:: smooth.
Elise: well..Im gonna jet. Its a long way ..and this is my only chance to leave today so I better take it. Thank you, you guys.
Shippou: By-
Elise: ::cuts Shippou off and kisses him hard on the lips::
Shippou: ::blushes worse::
Elise: Bye..Maybe I'll see you around sometime
Shippou: ::barely whispers:: bye..
::Miroku prepares to go into work early, but finds his tire is flat:: Well this isnt good?
Shippou: You need any help? Im taking a couple mechanics classes, I could probably handle it.
Miroku: Well alright. I guess its just a flat, though Im a bit nervous when it comes to rentals.
Shippou: ::gets the spare and goes about changing the tire:: So tell me, where do you work?
Miroku: In advertising.
Shippou: What type of advertising?
Miroku: Oh, several products, ::sits down for a moment and watches him::
Shippou: Then why the big secret then? You are being way too sneaky around Sango and she thinks...
Miroku: ::sighs:: I know what she thinks, and I can honestly say I have not touched another. But, if you think you can keep a secret..
Shippou: ::pops up, just like a little child hearing those words:: What?
Miroku: Well Im going to get Sango a very special gift. Its expensive in this time period but unheard of where we came from. I just think, it will...
Shippou: What type of gift is it?
Miroku: Its a watch from Italy. The gems on it match Sango's birthstones, and their is diamonds around those.
Shippou: Wow..you needed to get a new job for that.
Miroku: Yes, its the only one of its kind. By a famous watchmaker that is now retired..::stares off into the distance::
Shippou: Thats wonderful Miroku. You need to tell Sango.
Miroku: Not until I get it. She will just have to trust me.
Shippou: I think she does...kinda. Well she did before Kita..I mean...
Miroku: ::cuts him off:: So you won't say anything? ::looks a little nervous asking that::
Shippou: Im not a child anymore. Okay, so I still like art and pigging out on what Kagome buys, but Im not a child. I can handle it.
Miroku: ::nods::
Shippou: Im a man now, and Im going to get a job soon, and try to help out this family.
Miroku: Kagome's very proud of you...we all are.
Shippou: Yeah. Eventually I want a car too..
Miroku: Now you are beginning to sound like Inuko..
Shippou: Maybe a little.
Miroku: I can't help but wonder what my son will be like at your age. Hopefully as mature as you are.
Shippou: ::goofy smile::
Miroku: Of course I say that lightly.
Shippou: Well we all have to live a little. ::finishes the tire:: Behave Miroku ::goes inside::
Miroku: ::gets into his car::
Shippou: Poor Sango. I just hope she can hold her faith in Miroku long enough to get this together..
Kita: ::walks by and looks at Shippou::
Shippou: ::looks back::
Kita: What is it?
Shippou: Nothing...
Kita: ::sighs:: What now?
Inuko: ::is staring through a window at Shippou. The young fox is standing out on the steps, in front of the house. He has his arm around a girl. They are talking about something...what about he could not tell. A light rain begins to fall, and in one swift movement, he pulls her closer. Then he kissed her, first rather gently...then..more involved::
Inuko: How does he do it? Is it the tail? It's got to be the damn tail..
InuYasha: ::peers over Inuko's shoulder:: Its the tail.
Inuko: I don't get it. You told me stories of a little punk who wasn't taller than a bicycle tire who hung on people's shoulders. Could he have changed that much?
InuYasha: You watched him grow just as much as anyone else. Ever since his hair grew long enough to put in a braid he think's he's a regular ladies man.
Inuko: He shops more than me, does that signal something about him?
InuYasha: Well the girls don't get it. He plays with the little kids and always does his chores.
Inuko: Feh..
InuYasha and Inuko: Prep.
Shippou: ::later comes in and plops down in front of the TV::
Inuko: ::slides behind him:: So how'd you do it?
Shippou: Do what?
Inuko: You know what Im talking about.
Shippou: Havent you guys gossiped about me enough? Of course its the tail.
Inuko: Keep showing it off and you will end up in a circus not a double date.
Shippou: ::mumbles:: Its not the tail okay? That stays beneath my trenchcoat...its not my fault girls like me. Im innocent, sweet, honest..you know,
things you haven't heard of.
Inuko: What's that supposed to mean?
Shippou: You are just like your father.
Inuko: Am not.
Shippou: Are too.
Inuko: Am not.
Shippou: Are too.
Inuko: Am not...I am not like him. InuYasha's annoying.
Shippou: Well think of it this way. If InuYasha was here, he'd call his dad by his first name too.
Inuko: You are having fun with this, arent ya fox boy?
Shippou: Yeah im a fox boy. Why do people say that like its an insult. It makes me incredibly handsome.
Inuko: You used to be so nice...What made you conceded? ::crosses his arms::
Shippou: ::kinda sadly:: People talking about me behind my back... You know when you were born I was so happy. I had thoughts of us being best friends and everything. Somehow things went wrong.
Inuko: ::is quiet:: I ..well, we can still hang out sometime if you want.
Shippou: Cool.
Inuko: Now why is it so easy for you to talk to all those girls?
Shippou: Its like this. I just talk to them like I'd talk to you. Don't think "this is some girl Im trying to impress" rather, "This is some person Im talking to, and maybe we will find something in common".
Inuko: You sound like a self help tape.
Shippou: It works, what can I say? You have female friends, you just have to talk to girls your interested in the same way.
Inuko: I can handle myself. Im not some geek who can't do it, I was just wondering how you did it so easily.
Shippou: ::smirks and goes to get a soda::
Inuko: Hey..tomorrow after school we can do stuff, okay?
Shippou: I hear ya.
InuYasha: ::is standing at the car lot, annoyed:: I really don't need these large metal deathtraps to get around. I find the whole thing ridiculous.
Kagome: No.
InuYasha: No what?
Kagome: No SUV.
InuYasha: For the last time, I don't want the SUV.
Kagome: Thats all you have been doing, staring at it.
InuYasha: Well it can do a lot of stuff, Im just curious. Doesn't mean I want it, or need it. I mean, since we moved here, I have never seen so many fat people in my life.
Kagome: InuYasha..
InuYasha: ::holds up his hands:: Not here okay.
Kagome: We can't buy today anyway, but it doesn't hurt to do some research. We can't depend on Lee, Shane, and Miroku's rental to help us out forever.
InuYasha: Remind me again why Miroku and Sango are with us?
Kagome: They need to be there just as much as we do. Eventually everyone will spread out, but this is the best idea for now.
InuYasha: You talk as if you know about personal space. I haven't had any since the stupid hurricane knocked my tree down.
Kagome: ::rolls her eyes::
InuYasha: ::rolls his::
Kagome: Well there is no use standing around here much longer, last thing we need is an angry salesperson because we aren't buying anything. Come on InuYasha..
InuYasha: ::puts his arm around Kagome:: Finally, thought we'd be here forever ::slowly turns his head back::
Kagome: No SUV.
InuYasha: Cut that out.
Kagome: We can walk to the mall from here, and Miroku is going to pick us up later. I know of some things I need, is there anything you need?
InuYasha: Nope.
Kagome: You say that, and then complain that you don't have it an hour later.
InuYasha: Well I suck at shopping.
Kagome: That you do, but try to think.
InuYasha: ::sticks his hand in his pockets:: Rice Crispie Treats.
Kagome: ::blinks:: You want those?
InuYasha: The premade stuff, so I don't get my hands stuck together with marshmellows the last time..
Flashback
::InuYasha is attempting to make rice crispie treats with a young Inuko. Inuko, being a silly little kid, pushes InuYasha's hands into the messy goo before he could stir it properly. Inuko laughs at him, and a frustrated InuYasha, STILL has to make the treats and somehow get his hands free from the edible glue::
End Flashback
Kagome: I thought that was cute..
InuYasha: ::sighs, and actually smiles:: Me too, ::he lets his hand rest on Kagome's hip:: You know you really changed my life. Just when I think Ive seen it all you show me something new.
Kagome: ::eyes soften:: InuYasha.
InuYasha: All I wanna say is...well...thanks. For everything...
::the scene goes to their shadow showing against a building they are walking past. From the shadow you can tell they are kissing:::Later that day, Shippou is at the mall. He is sitting down when the same girl from before finds him and sits beside him::
Shippou: Hey..
Girl: Hi...I..i..need to tell you something.
Shippou: What is it Elise?
Elise: ::frowns and looks away:: I wanted to tell you before...but I was having such a good time forgetting about everything.
Shippou: Why what's wrong?
Elise: Im pregnant.
Shippou: ::pauses::
Elise: My ex-boyfriend Demal is the father. I hated that relationship, the only reason I was with him was because I was lonely and he cheated on me from the very beginning. Somehow one of my friends blabbed to him, and now he's after me.
He thinks I'm his propety and he wants to get me back.
Shippou: ::clenches his fist:: I won't let him hurt you, Elise.
Elise: I couldn't stand it. I thought if I was with another guy I could use him as protection against Demal, but that wasn't fair. It wasn't fair at all. Im sorry Shippou.
Shippou: Its okay ::puts his arm around her:: Demal...I think I've heard that name before.
Elise: If it was connected to anything illegal, its probably him.
Shippou: Well I -
Elise: There he is..
Demal: ::a fairly big guy, surrounded by a few others, approaches:: Hey Elise.
Elise: ::is silent, looks at the table::
Demal: Its getting a little late. Maybe I should take you home?
Elise: ::still no reply::
Shippou: ::stands:: The lady is not interested in you. Its time you leave her alone.
Demal: I get it, Elise. You're getting little boys to protect you. It didn't work the last time, and it isn't going to this time.
Shippou: I'd rather not hurt you in a public place.
Demal: You..::laughs, and so does his buddies::
Shippou: You are nothing but a stereotypical bully. Leave before I embarrass you..
Demal: ::shoves Shippou out of the chair::
Elise: Demal stop it..
Shippou: This is stupid...::gets up and stares Demal in the eye.His eyes turn red and his skin darkens. His face twists up and veins bulge as he opens his mouth and sharp fangs dripping with blood appear::
Demal: ::looks at Shippou in horror and backs off::
Shippou: ::in a very scary, horror movie voice:: You don't want to mess with meee...::hiss::
Demal: You..you are some sorta freak...::he backs off, and some of his boys run away::
Shippou: ::turns back to Elise, looking normal now:: Cool huh?
Elise: ::looks a little scared herself:: Ho..how did you do that?
Shippou: Oh, Im a master of tricks. In fact, that..is what I have been studying since I was little. Illusions.
Elise: You...are really good.
Shippou: ::giggles::
Elise: Well ::dusts herself off and takes a deep breath:: What am I going to do? Im afraid to go to my dad, he'll kick me out.
Shippou: What about your grandmother that you keep talking about, the one you are always saying makes those great things. You can go to her, can't you?
Elise: Maybe...but that would mean I'd have to move. From my friends, my job..
Shippou: Its just an option. I really don't want you to leave, Elise, but if its best for you, you should do it.
Elise: I love you Shippou ::kisses him:: I'll figure things out, when I do, I'll call you..
Shippou: ::with tears in his eyes:: Yeah...good luck ::he whispers as she is out of sight::
::A short while later Elise stops at Janaf Shopping Center to pick up something for her grandmother::
Elise: Now, I bet if I head to..::sees her ex out of the corner of her eye:: No.. ::she quickly exits the store but sees a few of his friends around her car. She quickly pulls out her cell phone::
Elise: Shippou..
Shippou: ::answers, is still hanging at the mall:: Yeah..
Elise: It looks like they are still following me...
Shippou: I knew I shouldve took you home.
Elise: Well they won't give up. Im at the edge of the shopping center nearby, and they are surrounding my car. Please help me..
Shippou: Right, I know where you are...I'll be over there as soon as possible.
Elise: I need to get around people..they won't grab me in front of a crowd...::looks around in a panic::
Shippou: ::clenches his teeth:: I knew I shouldve gotten a car..
Elise: ::is hanging around nervously around a few people in a corner store. She can still see them waiting for her::
Shippou: ::finds one of his friends and they drive over to Janaf::
Shippou: I see her car ::points it out::
Jacob: ::peers out behind Shippou's shoulder:: Yeah that belongs to Elise..but where is she..
Shippou: ::gets out and sniffs the air:: She's nearby
Jacob: ::raises a brow:: Right..do you need backup for these goons.
Shippou: I can handle it.
Jacob: Well I'll be here watching just in case.
Shippou: Thanks man...::runs off in the direction of Elise's scent. He runs right past the goons, which seem a little nervous to approach him anyway. After searching some finds Elise and pulls her into his arms::
Elise: ::whispers:: What do I do?
Shippou: Nothing. I'll take care of it.
Demal: ::trying to keep his nerve goes over to them:: I heard what you said. So you are some sort of magician are you? It isnt going to work this time. ::moves his hand showing that he has a gun but is not pullint it into full view::
Shippou: ::narrows his eyes:: Take this outside..::keeps his arm around Elise and goes in front:: I have to be careful about this. I dont need people thinking im Superman, and I don't want to crush this guy into the ground. I have to handle this just right
Demal: Why don't you stop meddling in other people's business?
Shippou: If you're so tough, why are you afraid to pull your gun?
Demal: Afraid ::goes to pull it out but before he can even bring it any further, Shippou moves from where he was to right into Demal's face::
Shippou: What was that?
Demal: ::presses the barrel of the gun against Shippou's side::
Shippou: Perfect ::moves his hand quickly:: Foxfire ::a energy blast comes out just small enough to melt the gun. The he whispers into his ear:: Cheap weapons don't last long. Go.
Demal: ::tries not to freak out:: Another magician's trick.
Shippou: Maybe, but do you wanna take the chance? ::Demal goes to swing at him but Shippou blocks it and twists his arm around::
Demal: ::looks to his friends:: What are you guys staring at?
::The guys start running quickly, but Shippou takes Demal and shoves him into a few of them, and grabs Elise::
Shippou: I need the quickest way to Grandma's. Now.
Elise: Well I..
Jacob: ::pulls up and opens the door:: Im ready, hop in!
Shippou: ::helps Elise in the backseat and gets in the front:: Move.
Jacob: ::gets out of their quickly::
::They are later seen at a bus station.::
Shippou: So you called your folks about this?
Elise: Yeah. They think its best that I go too...so Im not running away or anything.
Jacob: We used to hang out when we were kids, right Elise?
Elise: ::nods:: Yep..we did. I'll miss you Jake.
Jacob: ::hugs her::
Shippou: ::blushes:: Er..well.
Elise: You are a hero, you know that. I hear the way the people in the house talk about you, like you are nothing. Well I dont know how you were in the past, but its obvious thats all over now.
Shippou: ::nervous laugh:: Yeah..Im a real man..::more nervous laughing::
Elise: ::smiles::
Jacob: ::elbows Shippou:: smooth.
Elise: well..Im gonna jet. Its a long way ..and this is my only chance to leave today so I better take it. Thank you, you guys.
Shippou: By-
Elise: ::cuts Shippou off and kisses him hard on the lips::
Shippou: ::blushes worse::
Elise: Bye..Maybe I'll see you around sometime
Shippou: ::barely whispers:: bye..
::Miroku prepares to go into work early, but finds his tire is flat:: Well this isnt good?
Shippou: You need any help? Im taking a couple mechanics classes, I could probably handle it.
Miroku: Well alright. I guess its just a flat, though Im a bit nervous when it comes to rentals.
Shippou: ::gets the spare and goes about changing the tire:: So tell me, where do you work?
Miroku: In advertising.
Shippou: What type of advertising?
Miroku: Oh, several products, ::sits down for a moment and watches him::
Shippou: Then why the big secret then? You are being way too sneaky around Sango and she thinks...
Miroku: ::sighs:: I know what she thinks, and I can honestly say I have not touched another. But, if you think you can keep a secret..
Shippou: ::pops up, just like a little child hearing those words:: What?
Miroku: Well Im going to get Sango a very special gift. Its expensive in this time period but unheard of where we came from. I just think, it will...
Shippou: What type of gift is it?
Miroku: Its a watch from Italy. The gems on it match Sango's birthstones, and their is diamonds around those.
Shippou: Wow..you needed to get a new job for that.
Miroku: Yes, its the only one of its kind. By a famous watchmaker that is now retired..::stares off into the distance::
Shippou: Thats wonderful Miroku. You need to tell Sango.
Miroku: Not until I get it. She will just have to trust me.
Shippou: I think she does...kinda. Well she did before Kita..I mean...
Miroku: ::cuts him off:: So you won't say anything? ::looks a little nervous asking that::
Shippou: Im not a child anymore. Okay, so I still like art and pigging out on what Kagome buys, but Im not a child. I can handle it.
Miroku: ::nods::
Shippou: Im a man now, and Im going to get a job soon, and try to help out this family.
Miroku: Kagome's very proud of you...we all are.
Shippou: Yeah. Eventually I want a car too..
Miroku: Now you are beginning to sound like Inuko..
Shippou: Maybe a little.
Miroku: I can't help but wonder what my son will be like at your age. Hopefully as mature as you are.
Shippou: ::goofy smile::
Miroku: Of course I say that lightly.
Shippou: Well we all have to live a little. ::finishes the tire:: Behave Miroku ::goes inside::
Miroku: ::gets into his car::
Shippou: Poor Sango. I just hope she can hold her faith in Miroku long enough to get this together..
Kita: ::walks by and looks at Shippou::
Shippou: ::looks back::
Kita: What is it?
Shippou: Nothing...
Kita: ::sighs:: What now?