Catch Her With A Net
Disclaimer: u.u i dont own inuyasha . . i kept trying to ask Rumiko and then she filed a restraining order . . ::weep weep::
A/N: Yeah,. I know a strayed a bit from the story, but can you blame me ? I wanna get Inu and Kags together !! heheh don't worry I'll get back to the school situation the next chapter. Thanks for the reviews !! ::huggies::
Chapter 12: Yours And My Secret (love that manga even tho the 2nd volume hasnt come out yet. go read it !!)
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"Nani ?"
"Our kid . . I would like to know about our kid," he said slowly.
Kagome folded her hands in front of her and stared at them, not really wanting to look at Inuyasha. Needless to say, she was uncomfortable.
"Well . ." she started. "Do you want me to tell you everything, or is there something you wanted to know in particular ?"
She watched as he contemplated, his golden eyes searching the ceiling, as if expecting to find the answer there. Suddenly he furrowed his brow. He downed his tea, and slamming the cup down harder than he intended, he looked at Kagome. "Why don't you tell me everything, and if I think of something specific, I'll ask."
Kagome gulped, looking at the teacup and nodded. Why he was so upset, she had no idea. She began slowly.
"Well . . I had the child. It was a boy and his name . . his name is Hiro. I spend months trying to find the perfect family to take care of him because I was just too young. Then I found them. The Sakamotos. I decided not to have an open adoption because . . well I didn't want Hiro to harbor any feelings of resentment towards me or you. I handed him over to them as soon as he was born." At this statement she started crying. "It was the hardest thing I've ever had to do. I looked at his precious face and all I wanted to do was protect him. I wanted him for myself, but it was a selfish thing. I knew the best thing for him would be to be with a loving family who could take care of him. And that wasn't me. I mean, honestly. I worked at a ramen shop after school. That's nothing to support a child."
Inuyasha sat in silence, his face as emotionless as his half-brother's.
"And so," continued Kagome, "I asked if . .if I could be his aunt. So I could still be a part of his life, even if its not the role I want. He's doing so well." She smiled to herself, despite the tears. "He'll be starting preschool next year. And his brother, his name is Toji, absolutely adores him, even though he's already 15." She looked up at the hanyou. "Inuyasha . . " He sat staring his empty cup. "Inuyasha, please, say something."
"What ?"
"I said, why didn't you say something ? Why didn't you tell me ?!! Why am I just finding this out NOW ?!! Sango, hell even KiKYOU knew before me !!" he yelled, jumping out of his chair.
"Inu . . I'm sorry. I just didn't want you to get involved because . . well I thought it would be better if you didn't know," she said quietly.
"How would it be better ?!!" he roared.
"Inu, please calm down !! I'm sorry, I really am !! I shouldn't have assumed you'd want nothing to do with him. I just didn't want to slow down your life, or make you regret anything. I'm . . I'm really sorry. Please . .please don't hate me," she sobbed.
Exhaling in frustration, Inuyasha went around the table and hugged Kagome to him. "Shh, shh don't cry babe, please don't. I'm sorry, I shouldn't have lost my temper like that. Please stop crying." He cradled her head in his hands, and softly kissed her tears away. "I'm sorry. I just . . I feel so out of the loop. I'm just hurt that you never told me, but I understand why."
"Oh Inu . . I understand, and I'm sorry. I should've given you a choice to be involved or not, instead of deciding for you."
They hugged each other tightly, and stood there for a moment. Pulling back, Kagome looked at Inuyasha. "So uhmm . . what would you like to do ?" Grinning, Inuyasha replied, "You." Kagome slapped him playfully. "You pervert !!" He advanced towards her, and she backed away. "Inu . . yasha ?" He gave her an evil smile, and pounced.
"AiEE !!" she screamed, running away and giggling.
"Come back here wench !! I'm going to get you !!"
They ran throughout the house, Kagome giggling and Inuyasha cursing and threatening. He finally caught up with her after several rounds and they collapsed together onto the couch. He tickled her mercilessly, as she gasped for air. "In . .u . . yasha !! I . . I can't . . ::gasp:: breathe !!" But he didn't hear her. Finally, she smacked him with all the might she could muster. "HEY !! Geez, what was that for ?" he asked, her ears flattened against his head. Kagome scowled at him. "I couldn't breathe baka." Inuyasha looked at her through his bangs. "Sorry Kagome . . I just . . I'm really happy. I was kinda spacing out in my own thoughts."
Kagome raised an eyebrow. "And how exactly did you do that while you were tickling me ?"
"Ehh . . I kinda went into automatic mode. Sorry," he said sheepishly. "Hey Kagome ?"
"Hmm ?"
"What does Hiro look like ?"
Kagome smiled, more at the thought than the question. "He's absolutely adorable. The most precious thing you've ever seen. He had black hair like mine, with your ears and golden eyes. Maybe . . well on Monday after school, would you like to go visit them ? The Sakamotos ?"
Inuyasha nodded his head vigorously and Kagome giggled. "Well, Mr. Tetsusaiga, I'm going to watch a movie. Why don't you go get the ice cream out of the freezer ?"
They cuddled together, splitting a pint of Jamoca ice cream (Starbuck's brand) and watched Rah Xephon the Movie. Kagome watched teary-eyed as Mishima disappeared. "Oh Kami . . that's so sad !!" she wailed. A sweatdrop appeared on the back of Inuyasha's head. "Uhh . . Kagome, its just a movie."
"NooOo !! It's beautiful !! It's true love !!" she cried.
Inuyasha slowly inched away from her. "I can't believe she's crying . . " he mumbled.
"What ?!!" she snapped harshly, the tears replaced with rage.
"Uhh, I just meant . . well its just a movie and you're . . uhh ahh . . forget it," he said.
"Yeah that's what I thought mister. Hmph !! I'm going to bed. Have fun sleeping on the couch !!"
"Kaaggooommee . . " he whined. He followed her and slipped his arms around her waist. "Please, can I sleep with you ?"
Kagome rolled her eyes dramatically. "Oh Inuyasha, what would you ever do without me ?" He swept her up and carried her bridal style to their bed. They cuddled together all night, satisfied with where they were headed together. Inuyasha heard Kagome's breathing steady and knew she was asleep. He absent-mindedly stroked her hair, while he was deep in thought. He was going to see his kid. His kid. The phrase still shook him. but he accepted it. Actually, he was delighted to share something as precious as a child with the only woman he loved. With that happy thought, he snuggled against Kagome and fell asleep.
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The weekend went by quickly for the two, and they enjoyed every minute of it together. They had gone to the movies, the mall, out to dinner, and walks in the park. They had decided to spend the weekend alone, and next time the other guys could join them. Sunday night, they lay in bed together, staring at the ceiling.
"Ne, Kagome ?"
"Hmm ?"
"Why . . well why don't you have any other friends besides Sango ?" he asked softly. But he got no answer. Instead, he smelled tears, and lots of them. "Kagome, babe, don't cry. I guess I shouldn't have asked but you're so great, I just don't really understand why . ." has said hurriedly, hugging her tightly.
"It's okay Inuyasha," she whimpered. She turned his way to bury her face into his bare chest. "It's just . . that damn Kikyou !! It's all her fault !!" she sobbed. "Everything !! Everything in my life is going wrong and it's all her fault !!"
Inuyasha held her, cooing to her gently until she cried herself to sleep. 'Just you wait Kikyou,' he thought. 'You're going to pay dearly.'
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The morning came too soon for Kagome. She usually enjoyed waking up to Inuyasha's face every morning, but today her heart was filled with dread. It was a school day. Every morning, Kagome would awake with a panic attack, her heart racing and her fear rising. The dread would consume her, causing her to break down right before school. Today was no different. She slinked to the shower, careful not to wake her lover. She turned the warm water on full blast, to wash away her tears. 'I have friends,' she reminded herself. 'But for how long ?' New tears spilled over and she was lost in her thoughts, not noticing the figure entering from behind.
"Gotcha."
"AHH !!" she screamed, huddling in the corner of the shower.
Inuyasha went towards her. "Kagome, its just m-" but he was soon cut off as he slipped on the soap and came crashing down on his back. Kagome burst into a fit of giggles. "Hahah Kami . . hahah . . Inu ::gasp:: Inuyasha are you all right ?!!" She climbed on top off him, brushing his wet, silver bangs from his eyes. "I am now," he growled, flipping them so that he was on top. He nuzzled her neck, gently nipping it. "Inuyasha . ." she gasped. "Baby, we can't do this right now. We have school." He sighed and stood up. "Can you at least wash my back ?" he asked hopefully. Kagome smiled as she stood. She picked up the lethal soap, and applied it to Inuyasha's back in a slow circular motion. They washed each other, exploring each other's body as they did so. Half an hour later, they emerged.
At school, they arrived in Kagome's car. They walked down the halls hand in hand, ignoring the whispers and murmurs surrounding them. Smiling happily, they had almost reached their classroom destination, when Kikyou appeared before them.
"Hey Yashie-babe," she said coyly. Pushing Kagome out of the way, she attached herself onto Inuyasha's arm. "I've been waiting for you." She turned to Kagome. "Well Higurashi, you can scram now. Thanks for giving my lover a ride to school."
Kagome stood dumbstruck. Especially when Inuyasha winked at her, and entered the classroom with Kikyou.
