Kaikawaii: Ei guys! Good to know that you liked the last chappy! Well, this chap. is what you've all been waiting for. Naraku's big stunt. What will happen? Read to find out. R&R!!!
Dedicated to all my fwends out there, my family and best friend Nikki Ferriols!
Miroku: I think I liked the last chapter, ne Sango?
Sango: Yeah. blushes Whatever.
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Emiko, Naoko and Mrs. Ishikawa: Hey!
Because of You Chapter 7- Akira's Stunt
She turned from left to right finding the most comfortable position. Somehow, she couldn't sleep . There was something in her that told her that she should prepare for something, but what? What is supposedly going to happen today?
Giving up, Emiko just opened her emerald eyes. She looked at her clock.
"5:00," she mumbled as she got up and fixed her bed. "Maybe I should just get up early. What time does school open again?"
After fixing her bed, she went straight to her bathroom and changed to her school uniform.
Emiko was walking to school now. The sky was still pitch black but what would she possibly do at home when she couldn't sleep?
She had decided to spend her remaining time in the Hegira Park. She had only been there once and there was no harm in going again. The park also had a path way that leads to Emiko's school so when it was time, she had no trouble in going there.
A thick fog was covering the sign of the park. Whether she could see it or not, Emiko still knew this was already her destination. The scent of the Sakura trees covered the whole place as she went in.
Emiko couldn't really see where the benches were since the fog was too thick. So she started outstretching her hands and feeling the sides of the benches; her goal was the last one so she could be much nearer to the pathway leading to her school.
One, she counted mentally after feeling the edge of the first one. Two, she thought again.
After finally feeling the fifth one, she settled down there and closed her eyes. At last, she could now relax peacefully, without anyone disturbing her.
Emiko raised her chin up and felt the cold breeze touch her face.
"Mmm..." she moaned. She scooted a little to the back and shifted her legs to a more comfortable position. Just then, she felt someone beside her.
"Who's there?" she said aloud, a little scared. She had forgotten completely what Kagome and Inuyasha had said to her on their first meeting.
Flashback
"People here are nice, ne Kagome?" said Emiko as she walked down the hallway. She was just invited to lunch with Kagome and Inuyasha a while ago.
Kagome plastered an uncertain frown on her face. "Well, half ya, half uh-uh," she said to Emiko.
"What do you mean?"
"Listen Emiko-chan," said Kagome looking at her straight in the eyes. "Tokyo is the most dangerous place in Japan because it is the center of technology. Many things happen here so always make sure you're with someone. And watch were you're going because when an accident happens, people around here have no heed to anything happening around them except for themselves."
Emiko looked taken back. She looked terrified and scared. "You mean it isn't safe here and people don't even care about others at all?"
Inuyasha and Kagome gave a small laugh.
"That's not what she means, girl," said Inuyasha seriously. "What she's saying is that most people here are too busy and too in a hurry to actually notice small accidents. It's not like they don't care at all. They just tend to think more of themselves because it is really unsafe here, especially if you're alone."
End of Flashback.
Emiko took out what she first reached in her bag: a small, tin pencil case. She stood up and held the pencil case high in the air, ready to hit anyone moving.
"Put it down," a very icy voice said. Emiko hesitated at first, but put it down slowly after a few minutes. She still held it in her hand just in case the stranger attacked her. Emiko sat down one again and looked around.
Then, she saw a shadow sitting right beside her. How could she not notice that there was someone there? Maybe the yearn for fresh air was not such a good idea.
"Who- who are you?" she asked, a tone of alarm in her voice.
There was no answer so Emiko held out her hand and started surveying the person beside her like a police cop. She positioned her hands lower and felt a very hard and muscular chest. It was most probably a boy.
"Stop. Stop, before you touch something else," said the man.
Emiko blushed and then mumbled, "Sorry." She turned to the opposite direction.
"Who are you anyway?" she asked once again. And for the second time, there was no answer.
"Fine," sighed Emiko. "I'll introduce myself first. I'm Emi-"
"I know you already," the man said in a very cold unemotional voice Emiko was familiar with.
"Sesshomaru?" She blurted out the first person on her mind.
Slowly, she saw the figure nod. Then Sesshomaru became clearer and clearer until he was already clearly visible.
"What are you doing here?" she asked, very curious of his presence. Not that she didn't want him there. It was just a little bizarre that he actually stayed knowing she was there too. For a while there was another stream of silence.
"Fresh air," Sesshomaru replied shortly.
"That's funny," Emiko said, flashing a smile on her face. "Me too!"
For a moment, Sesshomaru turned to her. Seeing her smile made his heart jump. Emiko reminded him of someone. Noticing that Emiko was already looking suspiciously at him staring at her, Sesshomaru switched his gaze reluctantly.
"Listen," he said getting up. "Promise me to stay away from us from now on."
Emiko looked confused. "Huh? What do you mean?"
"I said, 'STAY AWAY FROM US FROM NOW ON.' Especially Akira."
Emiko looked even more puzzled. "Why?"
Sesshomaru shot a hasty glance at Emiko and then turned to leave. "If you don't want to get hurt, you'd do what I'm saying."
With that, Emiko saw Sesshomaru's retreating figure in a distance. She looked up at the sky. The sun was now beginning rise; the figures of the trees starting to light up a shade of orange.
What did Sesshomaru mean? Was that a threat or a caution? Most importantly, why did Sesshomaru say that?
All of them were meeting behind the Hegira Park. To be exact, they were spying on Sesshomaru; seeing if he will do anything rash behind their back.
"I wouldn't say that," replied Kouga smirking. "I would count that 'little talk' as Sesshomaru trying saving Ishikawa."
"Yup," agreed Hiten, putting a hand on Naraku's shoulder. "Make you remember any other incident Naraku?"
"Like last year, huh?" Touya joined in.
"Shut up!" shouted Naraku, just enough for them three to hear. He moved his body away so that Hiten's hand would fall off his shoulder. "Nothing is going to happen between our Sesshomaru and Ishikawa! Especially, not after TODAY!!!"
Touya, Kouga and Hiten simply shrugged at each other and left their hiding place. Naraku stayed there, looking extremely angry at both Sesshomaru and Emiko. Slowly, he remembered that day... the day Sesshomaru left...
"NO! I would never allow that woman to be your KOI!!! NEVER!!!" shouted Naraku.
"You must!" insisted Sesshomaru. "You know how much she means to me!!!"
Naraku shook his head and laughed maliciously. "Sesshomaru, you better leave that woman if you don't want our friendship to end like this!"
"Actually Naraku, ever since you did all those things to her, our friendship was already more than dead. If you don't want to accept her, than I myself should be leaving. And right now! I will not return until you have admitted you are wrong with her!"
"You are not saying goodbye to us Sesshomaru, especially not for that woman!" shouted Naraku with all his might. "What makes her so special than the other women, throwing themselves for you huh? WHAT?!"
Sesshomaru looked even angrier than Naraku it was a miracle he wasn't crying. "Because I love her and she loves me as much!"
Naraku tightened a fist and punched the nearest tree. No way was history going to repeat itself. And no way was Sesshomaru going to fall recklessly in love again. No way was he going to loose his one and only best friend in the world.
For some reason, Sesshomaru couldn't help but feel like he was watched.
"Reminds you of 'her', doesn't she," came a voice.
"Come out Akira. I know it's you."
"As always, Mr. Sesshomaru Taisho's the issue. No matter what time, day, month or year, it's always you who Naraku thinks of, follows and saves. Why's that? Because you are such a dear friend to him, Sess." Touya approached him and looked at his comrade straight in the eyes. Sesshomaru showed no expression, nonetheless.
"And you know what? I'm sick of it!" shouted Touya. Sesshomaru still wasn't showing any expression. "Last year was such a load of crap! This year, I bet, Naraku had the most suspicion you might go and run with Emiko when we're not looking." Touya gestured what he was saying, sarcastically. "You never treated a girl like that except for 'her'. You never brought anyone to Seichi because you are greatly ashamed that Leo has a crush on you. And, most importantly, you never talk or give advice to anyone. Now I really believe Hiten. You are in love!"
"NO-I-AM-NOT!!!" protested Sesshomaru. "Why do you keep on suggesting that I actually LIKE/LOVE that Ishikawa-girl!!! Well, you're wrong because after last year, I will never, NEVER fall in love EVER again!!!"
Sesshomaru stormed off feeling very furious. Touya looked at him march to the front gates of school with the angriest frown on his face.
"We'll see, Taisho, we'll see..."
"So what about that worm head's advice?" asked Inuyasha after the bell rang. Emiko has just passed him the note when Mikami-sensei turned his back.
"I mean, why would he say that if it didn't mean anything?" said Emiko. "Especially the point that he seldom speaks?"
"Don't mind him," said Inuyasha, turning his back. "Do better with your time and ignore that stupid creature."
"Why are you so angry at Sesshomaru anyway?"
"Because!" shouted Inuyasha. He had the last straw. Why consult him of all people, and about his brother for heaven's sake. He never talked about his brother that much and he didn't intend to.
"Why ask me, by the way?" Inuyasha asked looking back at Emiko before he marched to Kagome and the others.
"Because you seem to know a lot about him," answered Emiko as she turned the opposite direction. "Thanks anyways."
Emiko and Inuyasha both walked to their destination. Emiko was heading for the comfort room. She did the opposite of Inuyasha's advice, ignored what he was to say and pay more attention to Sesshomaru's caution.
Just when she was about to enter the ladies room, she felt a hand on her shoulder. Emiko turned around to see only Touya, leaning on the end of the locker rooms near the lavatory.
"Hey," he said.
Emiko smiled. "Hi," she said.
"I'm just wondering," started Touya. "If we could meet later, you know, after class?"
Emiko thought about it. "I said, 'STAY AWAY FROM US FROM NOW ON.' Especially Akira." Sesshomaru's words came back to her mind. But what if that was another of their pranks once again? Why should she trust Sesshomaru when they're not even friends.
"Well?" asked Touya.
"Sure!" answered Emiko.
"Great! Meet me near the entrance of the school. I'll be early, so don't be late!" Touya turned to the other direction and started running. Emiko just sighed and entered the ladies room.
See Sesshomaru? I'm already winning!
"Kagome, tell the other's not to wait for me anymore. I have to do something first."
"Sure Emiko-chan," replied Kagome. "Just call us if you need anything else, ok?"
Emiko nodded enthusiastically and went on her way. After emerging from the school's entrance door, she spotted Touya waiting impatiently, tapping his foot on the ground.
"Finally!" he said raising both of his hands.
"Komenasai Touya," said Emiko as she bowed in front of Touya. "Shimigawa-sensei dismissed us a little late today!"
Touya chuckled. "How come?" he said teasingly. "Ms. Ishikawa was caught sleeping in class again?"
"Hey!" shouted Emiko, punching the brunette in front of her softy on the shoulders.
"Ow, that hurt!" said Touya sarcastically.
"Whatever," sighed Emiko. "Why did you call me here anyway?"
"I want to show you something before sunset. Something most 'new girls' have never seen before."
"Really?" Emiko's eyes were now sparkling. Surly, she wanted to know more about her new hometown and how different it was with her old one.
"Come with me," said Touya as he extended his hand towards Emiko. Emiko looked from her left to right to check if anyone she knew was there. After she saw that the coast was clear, she took Touya's hand hesitantly and was now being pulled by Touya to the streets of Tokyo.
Unlike her "crowded" experience with Sesshomaru in the mall, Touya's dragging was more with care and comfort. He glanced back at Emiko every once in a while to check if she was fine. Turns out, she was.
"Sesshomaru, Touya's on the run now. Just like our plan," Naraku informed Sesshomaru. They were both inside a deserted classroom, Sesshomaru leaning against a shelf in front of the room, looking eagerly out the window. Naraku, on the other hand, was sitting on top of a sturdy table at the other end of his best friend.
Sesshomaru nodded absentmindedly. He wasn't really that worried of Emiko, just a little bit. More of him felt guilty. He has done this before, and he could remember it so well.
"Don't worry, Sess, everything's been taken care of," said Naraku. This time, they were in a setting near Sesshomaru's place, the white haired devil leaning against the gate. His so-called best friend was on the other end of the sidewalk, sitting with his legs apart from each other, his hands on his knees while his chin was resting on the back of his palms.
Sesshomaru barely nodded, trying his best to avoid Naraku's eyes.
"Well," said Naraku. "Best be off to know if everything's fine. I suggest you don't do anything foolish, my friend. Remember, this is for you, and you only."
Sesshomaru turned to enter his house, not fancying to see Naraku walk to the direction of Hiten, who was doing the stunt this time. He started griping the doorknob very hard that it was already shaking.
Naraku was thinking the same memory. That was his mistake. He shouldn't have left Sesshomaru out of his watching. He knew his best friend even more than his own brother, so why didn't he even think of just staying at Sesshomaru's side? How stupid of him.
Suddenly, Sesshomaru turned to the door, opening it slowly. Naraku stood up, furious. He kicked the table he was sitting on and even banged the chair.
"Where do you think you're going, huh?" he shouted. Sesshomaru looked at him with his all-so-cold eyes. Naraku didn't wait for him to reply. "You are going no where, Sesshomaru. For all I know, you might try to save a girl's butt like you did the year before, huh? Well, not under my watch, no, no. Last year I made a big mistake leaving you, now I will STAY RIGHT HERE, WITH YOU!!!"
Sesshomaru ignored Naraku's tantrum, and opened the door. "I need some rest, if you please Naraku. Leave me alone."
Naraku looked like he could burst anytime now. His face was red and his wavy hair was messy. His fists were clenched and was ready to punch.
"I don't understand you Sesshomaru, not anymore."
"This is it," said Touya. "This is where my uncle and aunt live. It's not much outside, but it is inside."
Emiko smiled at Touya. He had, yet again, amazed her by bringing her to one of the most beautiful places she had ever been too.
"We better hurry up before the sun sets," whispered Touya as he grabbed Emiko's hand once again and entered the apartment.
Inside was not entirely incredible but it was clean. Emiko and Touya's footsteps echoed through the room. On the right was a small reception table where the usher of the building laid sleeping. There was a small lounge where the residents of the apartment were all gathered up reading newspapers. Emiko also spotted an elevator and two pairs of stairs near the corner of the building.
Touya dragged Emiko towards the elevator and pressed the up button. There was a loud ding and then the elevator door opened. The two stepped in. Touya pushed the R button as the elevator door closed.
When they were on the second floor, the elevator door opened again and in came a red headed girl Emiko noticed as the girl who she met in the mall.
The girl noticed her too. "It's you!" she said. "Emiko, was it?"
"Yup!"
"Do you live here?" the girl asked, curious.
"Apparently, not," replied Emiko sadly. "My friend just brought me here." Emiko turned to Touya who had his eyes closed and nudged him.
"Hey I know you," said the girl and Touya in unison. "Akira Touya right?"
"Uh-huh. Madison Maize?"
Madison nodded. Emiko looked from Touya to Madison.
"You know each other?" she asked.
But before she could be answered, a loud ding was heard and Madison left the lift. Emiko then looked at Touya.
"My parents know her parents," he explained. "They own a big company here in Japan. Madison's their only daughter and she's heir to their riches, much like me."
"Oh," Emiko managed to say. Then the elevator door opened again and she and Touya got out.
Nothing was on this floor except for a narrow path and a sliding door at the end of it.
Touya opened the door and pulled Emiko in. Emiko gasped as she went inside. It was so clear there. The wind just kept playing with her. She felt so fresh like she just came out from a nice bath.
She and Touya both walked to the end of the rooftop. It was like a giant balcony to Emiko. She held the railings and closed her eyes.
Suddenly, she felt a pair of arms slip behind her. She blushed furiously but didn't say anything.
"Mmm..." she heard Touya say. Emiko didn't move but relaxed a bit. Both of them watched the sunset.
"This is so beautiful," whispered Emiko.
"You're beautiful," she heard Touya mutter. She blushed again but felt a little used to this conversation. She felt Touya nuzzle her neck and it sent shivers up her spine.
"Why are you doing this, Touya?" asked Emiko, slightly confused.
"Don't you get it?" said Touya. "I like you."
Emiko's eyes widened. She stiffened again but relaxed as she felt Touya's head rest on her back, still not taking off his grip around her petite waist.
"Well, Touya- I don't-"
"It's Akira to you now," he whispered. Touya twirled Emiko so she was now facing him.
"Fine, Akira," she said. Emiko felt Touya's continuous breaths. Their faces were only inches apart. "You know I-"
"Shhh..." said Touya as he put his index finger on top of Emiko's heart shaped mouth. "Say no more..."
Touya leaned closer to Emiko. He pushed her to the edge, her waist was now in contact with the railing.
Touya didn't stop until their noses already touched. He almost planted a kiss on her mouth when...
A/N: MWAHAHAHAHAHA!!! CLIFFHANGER!!! I am EVIL!!! Anyways, hope you review. Next chapter's coming soon. Just pray that I can finish the next chapter quickly. Oh yeah, THANKS SO MUCH BLUE SAVAGE nikki!!! She helped me come up with this chapter and the next. Actually, this story is dedicated to her. She's such a good friend, ne? Advance happy b-day too! God bless you all!!! '.'