The next day, at school, while Inu was mastering the use of a water fountain, Sakura approached Kagome and inquired with a bright smile, "Akiko, Hoshi, and I are going to the mall, maybe a movie, after school today. You wanna come?" after a moment of thought Kagome nodded "sure, I'm free tonight. Can my friends come with?"
Sakura smiled mischievously then winked, "definitely, it wouldn't be fun without them?" she then skipped off to class. At this point in time Inu had returned and watched the girl leave. "What was that about?" he asked bluntly. Kagome turned and smiled, "we're going to the mall and getting you all some more clothes; then it's off to the movies!" Inu cocked his head to the side and stared at her in confused silence. The bell rang before anything more could be said.
Kagome observed the rest of the day mere centimeters from cracking up. The girls all loved Miroku on sight and were constantly chasing him, and flirting unceasingly. Miroku found this experience quite enjoyable; Sango however, was on an extremely short fuse. Inu as well seemed to have obtained his own fan girl club though he was blissfully unaware of it all. Kagome even caught her friend Hoshi writing 'Kisho' all over her notebook during history. She decided that she'd have to make it quite clear that Inu wasn't to be had.
All together this the second day flew by in monotonous routine, besides the new objects of adoration of course. Soon enough the trio of feudal persons, Kagome, and the trio of other modern day persons had begun their shopping.
Inu was bored as ever and simply allowed himself to be dragged from store to store, tried on the strange uncomfortable clothes, and kept a good eye on the one Kagome had called Akiko. Miroku acted about the same; however he amused himself with his flirts. Sango barely kept herself from slapping Miroku senseless and meanwhile tried to learn how to shop, for she found it quite enjoyable.
When the four high school girls' money was nearly spent the group of seven headed to the theater and sat themselves down with popcorn and pop in the latest hit movie. Every one stared transfixed by the events flashing before them, particularly the feudal era group who had never seen such a sight.
Kagome and the feudal era trio returned to her house chattering about the movie. The conversation consisted mostly of Kagome explaining this wondrous work, but also some comments on the goings on of the plot. All had been entertained. The quartet arrived in time for supper and after the meal had been taken they all sat down to discuss more serious affairs, how to retrieve the Shikon. By now Kagome was absolutely positive that Akiko had taken it from her, she even had an estimate of when. Miroku spoke up when Kagome had voiced her thoughts. "I have an idea as to how to retrieve the jewel." He cleared his voice, mentally bracing himself for one of Sango's outbursts. "You've all noticed that this Akiko... fancies me..." he carefully selected his words, "and, of course, you all are aware of my previous occupation as a... borrower of things…"
At this Inu snorted, "what do you mean 'previous?' you still are a thief!"
Miroku finally gave up on diplomatic speeches. "What I mean is that I could get the jewel of four souls from Akiko while she…." He hid his face from view and mumbled the conclusion of his sentence, "While we flirt." Sango heard anyways and glared daggers at the lecherous monk. Had Kagome not placed a wary hand on her shoulder, Sango thought she might've slugged him.
Inu contemplated the new proposition. "I guess it could work, but how exactly do you intend to get your hands on it with out her knowing?" the two girls watched Miroku in inquisition all thoughts of flogging the man put aside... for the moment...
"I managed to get it from lady Kagome did I not?" Miroku smirked impishly. Then without pause he stated, "Now I believe I shall turn in for the night for I am wearied of the day's events." He nodded politely then heading towards his makeshift bed.
