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Author Note: Oh my goodness you guys, I'm so SO SORRY! I've been REALLY busy lately! I've got art I'm doing for people, doing stuff for ACSI competition, homework, reports, websites to run---agh!
Anyway, please enjoy this chapter… I'm so sowwy joo guys! TT
This is prolly gonna be it for a lil while unless I have more time on my hands.
--Sorairo Ryuu--
Chapter 14— Rivalry
Chapter 14 dedicated to those who are remaining loyal to the story. Also, a special dedication to: Fiery Demon Fox cuz she's awesome and writes some more of my favorite stories and yukikesuma cuz she rules. :)
A few weeks passed by. Kagome threw some random flirts with Inuyasha here and there, but as she expected, he did nothing in response. As she also expected, the whole of the girls their grade and lower just appointed him with their own title for a guy such as him: "hott n sexy". But they also used the phrase for his older brother, "Not all that glitters is gold; sometimes, it's just—" oh never mind…
Anyway… Things seemed to be going good. Miroku and Sango started going out, and he, Kippa, and Inuyasha continued their 'teacher terrorizing'. Everything was perfect… until lunch.
Inuyasha was sitting at the table with some of his new guy friends when no one other than Kikyou came over. She asked him if they could go talk outside, and he reluctantly agreed. Together, they walked out of the busy room and into the empty and deserted halls. As soon as Kikyou was sure that they were out of earshot, she turned and faced Inuyasha, looking up at him and locking her eyes into his golden gaze.
"Inuyasha… you realize that Kagome girl has tried to get your attention."
"Ah," Inuyasha said in a questioning tone. "Really? Hn…"
Kikyou frowned slightly. "She seems to be interested in you."
The hanyou only nodded, ears twitching. Kikyou definitely didn't like the turnout of the conversation so far. "But then again, who couldn't be interested in you?" She asked in a sweet tone, staring up into his eyes with an expression that nagged at Inuyasha. Now Inuyasha might not have known many girls very well, but he could tell what she wanted. And hell, he liked her a bit. So, he might as well comply with the situation.
"Um, Kikyou," he said, clearing his throat slightly.
"Yes?"
"Will you go out with me?"
She smiled and tweaked one of his soft, velvety ears. "Of course."
"YOU DID WHAT?" Kippa yelled.
Miroku just sat there staring at Inuyasha with his eyes wide and his jaw dropped.
"I don't see the big deal. I asked her out. Something wrong with that?" Inuyasha started to frown. Keh! They diss his girlfriend? Not a chance.
"Inuyasha, she's a slut! She'll probably two-time and try to seduce you!" Miroku nodded in agreement with the fox.
"Kippa, I'm a hanyou, I'm not easily cracked." The two shook their heads. Inuyasha would soon regret that he ever said those words, because unknown to him, he would crack… and when he did, his emotions would shatter.
Kagome was searching the shelves upon shelves that were crammed with books of all thicknesses and colors. She paused at one, remembering something. It was a dusty, old, forest green book entitled Japanese Monsters. She quickly went to the counter, checked it out, and went home. On the way, she passed by a popular café to the local teens. What she didn't expect to see was Inuyasha sitting at a booth by the window with none other than Kikyou! How dare he! But then she realized it was his decision who he liked, but she didn't like that at all. I mean, how could he choose Kikyou over her! It's just not fair!
Kagome was furious, and stormed all the way home, muttering things under her breath.
When she arrived, Souta caught the hint from her expression and ran into his room. She sighed and went upstairs to her own room, flopping down on her soft pink covers. Her shoes fell to the floor when she kicked them off, and the pages of the book crackled when she turned them. Her nose filled with the musty smell, but she continued to flip through until she came to a chapter that caught her interest.
Chapter 14- Youkai, Daiyoukai, and HanyouYoukai are supernatural creatures often called "demons". Though some might be simple, peace-loving creatures, most are mischievous, bloodthirsty, and powerful beings. Some youkai who were stronger or lived longer were called "daiyoukai", the most feared of all.
These creatures were not always this way, as proved three legendary demons. Inu youkai were not very common back in the Feudal Era, and did not thrive very well. One daiyoukai, Inu-no-Taishou, was an extremely large and powerful inu youkai. He carried three swords, Sou'unga, Tessaiga, and Tenseiga. Tenseiga was said to be of the realm of heaven, the sword of healing, and could bring back those who had passed on. Tessaiga was said to be of the realm of humans, the sword of destruction, and could vanquish other demons to protect the humans. Sou'unga was said to be of the realm of earth, the devil sword, and could open the door of hell and create undead subordinates when one was killed or cut with it.
All of these were wielded by Inu-no-Taishou, but at one point, he gave Tenseiga and Tessaiga to his sons.
Tenseiga was given to the eldest so, the Demon Lord of the Western Lands. Like his father and half-brother, he disappeared with several other demons without a trace. He was a full-fledged youkai, and was said to have a deep hatred towards his younger brother for having the other sword. He was called, Sesshomaru.
Kagome's eyes grew wide as she read. 'This sounds like Inuyasha's brother…' she thought.
Tessaiga was given to the younger son, Sesshomaru's half brother. He resembled the father more than Sesshomaru, even though he was a mere hanyou. He too carried a severe loathing for his elder sibling, and they always resorted to fighting till they couldn't any longer. His sword was able to change from a rusted metal into a powerful, huge dog fang. This sword was rightfully given to Inuya—
Right then, a knock sounded on her door, followed by her mother's voice, making the young girl jump. "Kagome, dinner is ready."
"Okay mom," Kagome said, eyes still wide from what she read, and heart pounding from being startled.
The weeks turned to months, and soon it was going to be Thanksgiving. Inuyasha and Kikyou were still going out, as were Miroku and Sango. Kouga and Houjou asked Kagome out numerously, but each time she said she wasn't ready to be in a relationship. The truth was, she desperately wanted Inuyasha and Kikyou to break up so she could have the dog-eared boy.
It was on a Friday when Kippa decided he should throw a party. His parents wouldn't be home since they had gone out of town to visit family, so why not? He was a very popular kid, and he was sure the party would be a big hit. He went up to the major gossipers and told them the details. There would be a party at his house starting at seven. There'd be music, a lot of people, great snacks, and some drinks. And of course, before second period, the whole tenth grade was buzzing with the news and telling Kippa they were coming. And the fox hanyou was very pleased with the results.
Kagome did not want to go. She knew Inuyasha and Kikyou would be going together, so why bother to even go?
Sometimes, being the girl who didn't follow the crowd could be the one who didn't get screwed up. But Kagome would not realize this until tomorrow morning…
VERY SORRY ABOUT THE LOOOOOOOONG UPDATE, THE NEXT CHAPTER WILL BE WRITTEN SOON .
Thanks for putting up with it! Now, review responses!
Ch13—
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Ch12—
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AngelMiko69: aww, thanks, yeah, having to fix some plot holes… -muttermutter-
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whitetiger-isabella: -sigh- actually, if you translate the kanji correctly, it comes out as "the dog night"((犬夜叉)). You'd then add some syllables (those tiny kanji by the big ones) and it'd turn it into "dog demon" or "super dog". Yes, confusing I know, but it does NOT mean "female dog demon", not at all. Try another kanji reference.
Kagome of darkness: ookay….
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Devilchild34: don't worry, he won't be talking to her soon
Inu+Kaglove: details? Sheesh, twas so long ago, my poor head has forgotten
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I'll try to update as soon as I can, but please don't EXPECT it to be soon. I'm not sure when I'll get the next one done... TT.TT