Sakura's P.O.V
I stayed close to Li as Kagome lead us down the hill, to meet the high priestess Kaede.
It's kinda funny cause everyone's here because of me. As Kagome lead the way Mel w2as still on Inu Yasha's back, as Kaylie trailed behind them.
I could tell already that Mel, Kaylie, and Kagome did not get along I wonder why? I really don't mind Kagome my self.
I'm so glad Li's here. I really think I'm in love with this boy. Butterflies danced in my stomach as I thought about it, a hot pink rising to my cheeks. Picturing me and Li married, happy, together, forever… I sighed. Maybe it's just wishful thinking. I thought as I gazed up watching a swallow fly by in front of us.
I hadn't been paying attention, but the realisation that my cheeks felt hot made me squirm.
Oh no! Am I blushing? I raised a hand to my cheek and bit down on my lip nervously.
Suddenly Li looked back at me, his chestnut hair whipping to the right. He had a puzzled look in his eyes as his face the same questioning me. He hesitated for a moment then reached for my hand he's eyes begging me to take it. He didn't have beg. I took it eagerly.
"You two make the cutest couple. Oh my god please go out!" Mel pouted staring back at us. Yet the mischievous look in her eyes always made her seem so devious.
I gazed over at Li. Deep down in my heart there was this empty feeling telling me that he was the one. My heart wanted it but would Li accept that? Does he feel the same way.
I studied his face trying to find an answer in his cold eyes. They always had this certain vacancy I couldn't understand.
"You're killing me! Sakura will you go out with him?" Mel demanded and edge of annoyance in her voice. She stared at me questioning me with her eyes. Her glare so intense I could feel it burning at the back of my skull when I looked her straight in the eyes.
"Well yeah I'll go out with him its Li." I replied trying not to make my deep desire noticeable. Hopefully I'm still the only one who sees it.
"C'mon Li the lady said yes you can't refuse." Mel smiled devilishly in self satisfaction.
"Well… ah… I guess." Li stammered barely managing the words.
"I'll take that as a yes. You two are officially hitched!" Mel declared before anyone could object. I tried to hide myself as everyone turned to gaze at us. Li quickly removed his hand from mine his face turning a deep crimson. I was disappointed even as a couple he still didn't want to make it obvious that he liked me. I sighed. Maybe he just needs a little time. I thought as everyone turned away. Li reached for my hand again as he reluctantly brought his gaze to my face, a deep hurt in his eyes. I nodded forgiving him instantly. He swallowed hard and nodded back, as he managed a weak smile. I leaned over and kissed his cheek as he went stiff. He wasn't use to any of this, or maybe he just couldn't trust anyone. I realised that this was much more than a relationship Li was going to have to go through with a lot more than just having a girlfriend he'd have to learn to trust me, and open up his heart.
Inu Yasha P.O.V
I sighed, my shoulders heaving as I looked at Li, and Sakura. These children make love seem so simple. All they appear to have to worry about is the other liking them back. I thought, as I shifted my gaze to where Kagome walked. A sudden heaviness tugged at my heart as a darkness clouded my vision. Memories flooded back to me. Every image stabbing me like a tiny dagger. It was all so overwhelming. Kagome, Kikyou, love never seems to be able to give me a break or an easy way out. I'm always in a constant battle with myself, my emotions, or the people around me. Tears stung at the back of my eyelids though I would never dare let even one show. If I let one fall the rest would surely follow.
"You look very perplexed Mr. Inu. What's on your mind?" The girl on my back, apparently named Mel whispered in my ear.
"It's nothing important." I lied. The word coming out with a mechanical ease that I had recited so many times. Though saying it every time tore me, making me colder inside. Because even though I sounded honest I knew full well I was lying to myself.
"Well to make you so troubled it has to be something. Share, keeping your feelings locked up inside is not good for you. Physically and mentally." she persisted. I couldn't see her face but I could tell by the intensity of her grip on my shoulders that she wanted to know. But this didn't tell me if she wanted to help. And I wasn't about to let some girl I just met become my physiatrist.
"I barely know you. Why should I say anything?" I countered with a certain bitter edge to my voice that surprised me. It seemed even when I do mean to sound bitter it forces its way out of me.
"Good point." she started before I could continue pondering. "But I just don't like seeing people sad." she paused before whispering. "You're giving off bad vibes. I makes me ache inside, like I feel your pain." she finished.
I sighed. More people to show empathy toward me and my hell on earth called life. But isn't it suppose to make you feel better knowing someone cares? It seems to make no difference to me.
"It's a long story." I snapped. The coldness in my voice sending a chill up my spine. I felt Mel shiver despite herself.
She made no further comment. But instead let out a heavy sigh.
We arrived at the village and Kagome introduced our new acquaintances to Kaede.
The one who had attacked me earlier named Li, went into fun conversation with Kaede. Apparently trying to get every little detail about Kagome and I. And the occurrences 50 years ago. I took a seat in one of the corners of Lady Kaede's hut and listened attentively. Listening to her retell the events made me depressed, and uneasy. Listening rekindled my hate for Naraku and my love for Kikyou. Sending me mixed emotions, and creating a sort of fog around my head.
"Inu Yasha once again you look very perplexed. C'mon there has to be something bothering you. People don't just look that troubled for no reason." Mel asked once again breaking my chain of thought. I hadn't even seen her walk over and sit beside me.
I was already upset from listening to Kaede so I just glared at her. She didn't say anything but pouted.
"I'll admit to you that something's bothering me but I'm not going to give you any details. It's my business. Not yours." I glared.
"Fine then!" she retorted, as she got to her feet and stormed out of the hut. Her ass in full view to all of us seated on the floor thanks to her ultra high skirt.
"Feh." I huffed crossing my arms. "All the nerve." I mumbled. But in a way she reminded me of myself.
"Don't mind Mel, really. I've learned to get accustomed to it." Kaylie told me.
I lifted my gaze to where she sat. "I'll trust you then." I replied. My voice lined with sarcasm. She just shook her head. Maybe she is use to people like Mel and I.
Li stood and walked over to where I sat and stood in front of me. A satisfied look on his face as he carried this arrogant air with him. I could have whacked that looked right off his face. "Quite an interesting background hanyou." he smirked. I jumped to my feet and glared at him. I stood at least a good couple inches taller then he did.
"You better watch how you word you sentences smart ass, or the next one that comes out of your mouth may be your last." I spat. I wasn't about to take shit from some kid that thought he knew all the answers.
He backed off, grumbling something to himself before exiting the hut. Mel appeared moments later hauling Miroku along with her.
"Alrighty people now this trip is worth while!" she cried looking up at Miroku.
"Wouldn't you agree Kei-Chan? Meet Miroku." Mel smiled broadly, as she hauled Miroku over to where Kaylie was seated. "I think I may have just discovered someone as kinky as I am!" Mel cried happily.
"Who cares if he's as kinky as you are look at him! He's beautiful!" Kaylie replied as a dreamy look clouded her eyes.
"Oh don't worry ladies there's plenty of Miroku to go around." He smirked. I rolled my eyes.
"Don't flatter yourself too much monk." I mumbled. As if his obsession with woman wasn't enough he has to be totally cocky about it.
"Is someone jealous?" Miroku grinned. "There's two I could always share." he smirked.
"No." I snapped, "I'm just not some sex crazed fiend like you." I glared. "At least I have the capacity to control my hormones."
"Careful you might soil Kagome's virgin ears and brain. And not to be nosey or anything but when was the last time you got some?" Mel questioned. That same devilish look on her face.
"W-what?" I stammered shocked at what I had just heard come out of this little girls mouth.
"My god." Sakura muttered, as she shook her head.
Mel smirked in self satisfaction. "That's all I need to hear Mr. Inu that's all I need to hear."
"Why would I tell you? Even if I had something to say why would I tell you." I challenged.
"My point exactly Mr. Inu what's there to tell?" she challenged in response. "Cause seriously I'm 15 and I've probably had more action than you could ever dream of." she smirked.
I got to my feet not exactly sure what my reaction to that was going to be. I stood still staring at he trying to form words as I kept opening my mouth but nothing was coming out.
"Alright you wanna prove yourself? Okay then." Mel grinned. Oh god what is she going to do now.
"I don't have to prove myself to some child!" I spat hoping she'd forget about what she had just said.
"Excuse me!" Kagome cried getting up and looking me straight in the eye. "I'm sorry Inu Yasha but are you calling us all children?" She questioned a look of rage in her eyes. She had her hands clenched into fists at her sides.
"Well.. Ahh.." I stammered.
"I've heard enough. Sit Boy!" Kagome screamed and I crashed to the ground, as Mel broke into hysterics.
"Game, Set, Match!" she laughed.
Mel's P.O.V
I laughed as I stared over at Inu Yasha. That was all to good. I shifted my gaze over to Miroku. He had an amused smiled on his handsome face. Suddenly this was all seeming worth while. Lucky me I'm single right now too. I thought grinning. But then stopped, a sickening tightening feeling starting in the pit of my stomach. Yeah, I'm single now but only because of Alex. I thought thinking of my ex-boyfriend. But no I shouldn't worry I'm single and I'm over him. At least I hope I am…
I looked over to where Sakura sat. She was holding the pendant to a necklace she wore around her neck, in her hand. "Havin' fun?" I giggled as she snapped back to reality. She nodded as a silly smile formed on her lips.
"Tons and tons." she replied sarcastically. I laughed.
"At least someone is." I grinned staring over at Inu Yasha. "Why the mad face Mr. Inu?" I giggled as his look became more enraged.
"Has anyone ever told you how annoying you are?" he spat bitterly. I smiled.
"Lot's of times." I cried before bursting into laughter again.
"I have a feeling we're going to be really good friends." I smiled broadly. Inu Yasha just glared.
