From Romeo and Juliet
Chapter 10 – Remember The Song
Last Time
"Hey uh… Where are the girls?" Inuyasha asked his friend.
Miroku had a knowing look on his face and pretended he didn't know anything. "I think I heard Sango say something about hearing someone sing on stage. Come on Inuyasha, let's go check it out."
Inuyasha looked doubtful but crossed his arms with a scowl on his face anyway. "Keh, fine, let's go." He wondered where Kagome was but didn't ponder on it as Miroku hurried through the crowd.
Inuyasha was grumbling to himself as he followed Miroku through the crowd. "Where did that wench go? We just got here and Sango had to drag her off somewhere…"
His inner youkai sneered at him. Wanted to be alone with her eh? So did I.
Inuyasha's reply was predictable. Keh.
"Sing this song, Kagome!" Sango shuffled through the pages in the big book and handed it to her friend.
Kagome looked skeptical. "For You I Will by Monica?"
Sango put on her infamous pout. "Come on Kagome! It's a cute song! And it's one of your favorites!"
Kagome gave in to Sango's pout. How could she say 'no' to that face? Sighing, she nodded and went up to the DJ playing the songs to request it. All the while, she was thinking, I hope Inuyasha doesn't hear me sing…
"All right, all right everybody! We got a special little lady up here tonight who'd like to sing you guys a song. Or maybe to a special someone." The DJ winked at Kagome, who blushed.
As the music started to play, Kagome just stood there with the mike, freezing. Sango was already at the front of the stage, motioning with her hands to Kagome that her part was coming on.
Kagome looked around nervously. Finally, a certain silver caught her attention and she seemed to calm down a little. She saw the head turn around to make eye contact and Kagome started to sing, still gazing at the amber eyes.
When you're feeling lost in the night,
When you feel your world just ain't right
Call on me, I will be waiting
Count on me, I will be there
Anytime the times get too tough,
Anytime your best ain't enough
I'll be the one to make it better,
I'll be there to protect you,
See you through,
I'll be there and there is nothing
I won't do.
Inuyasha couldn't help but to stare at the raven-haired goddess on the stage. His eyes pierced through hers and it seemed as if the surrounding crowd wasn't even there and it was just the two of them. He listened to her voice and the lyrics and he couldn't move.
I will cross the ocean for you
I will go and bring you the moon
I will be your hero your strength
Anything you need
I will be the sun in your sky
I will light your way for all time
Promise you,
For you I will.
The words just flowed out of Kagome's mouth. She didn't break eye contact, even for a split second, with the silver-haired hanyou in the crowd. The corner of her lips turned slightly upward.
I will shield your heart from the rain
I will let no harm come your way
Oh these arms will be your shelter
No these arms won't let you down,
If there is a mountain to move
I will move that mountain for you
I'm here for you, I'm here forever
I will be your fortress, tall and strong
I'll keep you safe,
I'll stand beside you, right or wrong
Inuyasha was awestruck. He's never heard a voice like hers. He was practically mesmerized and Miroku took a quick look and knew. Miroku then took a glance at Sango nearer to the stage and saw that she was looking at Kagome with pride. He smiled wistfully and then turned his attention to Kagome again.
I will cross the ocean for you
I will go and bring you the moon (yeah, yeah)
I will be your hero your strength
Anything you need (I will be..)
I will be the sun in your sky
I will light your way for all time
Promise you
For you I will
Kagome sang with her heart and poured out her soul. It was the truth. I'd do anything for you Inuyasha…
For you I will, lay my life on the line
For you I will fight, oooooh
For you I will die
With every breathe, with all my soul
I'll give my world
I'll give it all
Put your faith in me (put you're faith in me)
And I'll have to leave it be
She's looking at me so intently… Is… Is she… Implying something? B-But… That can't be right… If she's implying anything… It could be like saying she lo— Inuyasha shook his head out of his thoughts, but he never broke contact with the girl up on stage. But he still couldn't help but to feel something inside of him, hearing her voice; hearing her singing.
I will cross the ocean for you (I will cross the ocean for you)
I will go and bring you the moon
Promise you (Promise you)
For you I will, I will, I will, I will,
Kagome noticed the look of confusion on the hanyou's face for a split second. Oh Inuyasha… If you only knew…
I will cross the ocean for you
I will go and bring you the moon
I will be your hero your strength
Anything you need, (Anything you need)
I will be the sun in your sky (yeah, yeah)
I will let you wait for all times
Promise you (I promise you)
For you I will (Ooooh)
I promise you
For you I will
As the song faded, the night was silent. Not a millisecond later, the whole place erupted in cheers and applause for her. Whistles were heard throughout the area of the stage and Kagome, blushing, walked down the stage. When she got to the backstage, Sango was already there. As soon as Sango saw her friend stepping down the stairs, she attacked her in a big hug.
"Kagome! You were so awesome! Did you hear everything cheering for you? I absolutely love your voice Kags!"
Frankly, the girl was more excited than Kagome was. But she laughed at her friend's excitement and Sango joined in. Then, Miroku popped out of nowhere and interrupted, "May I join u ladies in your time of hugging one another?"
Sango rolled her eyes but Kagome lightly slapped her friend's shoulder and gave Miroku a hug. Before she knew it, the "cursed" hand found itself on her butt. Before she could respond, a hand came out of nowhere and pulled Miroku off her. "WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU'RE DOING MONK!" A voice yelled.
They all turned around and saw a pissed off hanyou. Kagome imagined steam coming out of his ears and giggled.
Inuyasha turned his attention to the laughing girl and scowled. "What's so funny wench?"
Kagome shook her head. "Nothing, Inuyasha."
"Say Inuyasha…" Miroku interrupted. "How about you sing something now? Since Sango got Kagome to, you should go up there and sing a little somethin' somethin'." Sango quirked an eyebrow but eventually caught on. She added, "Yeah Inuyasha. Go up there and sing something. I'm sure Kagome would like to hear it."
Kagome looked from Sango to Miroku, and back. When she looked to Inuyasha, he had turned red and crossed his arms. Deciding to spare him, she quickly grabbed his arm and dragged him off somewhere. "Come on Inuyasha! Let's go on a ride or something." Turning her head towards her friends, she added, "We'll meet you guys up later! Have fun!"
When they were gone, Miroku looked at Sango with a suggestive look in his eyes. Sango glared at him. "Don't even think about it Miroku."
"Why Sango dear… I don't know what you're talking about! Now come on! How about we go on a ride?" He held out his arm for her and she reluctantly took it.
Inuyasha was still being dragged by Kagome. While he didn't complain on the inside, he was making a fuss on the outside. "Oi! Let go wench!"
Kagome sighed and rolled her eyes. "I just saved you back there Inuyasha. The least you could do is say 'thanks'."
"I didn't ask to be 'saved' as you say."
Kagome looked at him and Inuyasha regretted making a big deal out of it. Why do I always do that? "Kagome…"
Kagome let go of his arm and started to walk by herself. Inuyasha caught up to her in no time and grabbed her wrist. "Kagome, I'm sorry okay? I didn't mean to make you feel bad. I just hate 'singing' and it just got to me and I took it out on you… Sorry."
Kagome had a surprised look her face. She didn't expect him to apologize to her. She gave him a smile that made him feel all fuzzy inside. "It's okay Inuyasha… But… Why do you hate singing?"
The question made him stop and he had a strange look on his face. Shaking his head out of his thoughts, a scowl appeared on his face once more. "It's nothing. I just don't like it."
Kagome decided to leave it alone for now. Instead, she smiled up at him. "Come on! Let's go on that ride!" She ran towards it, leaving Inuyasha alone.
When he realized where she had run off to, he followed after her. But the memory stayed in his mind.
Flashback
A five-year old Inuyasha walked nearer to a beautiful woman with long, black hair. "Mother?" He asked cautiously. "What are you doing?"
The beautiful young woman turned around to face her son. She smiled sweetly at him and held out her arms towards him. Inuyasha quickened his steps and fell into her embrace. "I was singing Inuyasha… Would you like to hear a song?"
Inuyasha looked up at her with big, innocent eyes and nodded. "Yes, please."
Inuyasha's mother sang a sweet melody and Inuyasha's eyes started to drift into sleep. "Inuyasha?"
His eyes fluttered. "Yes, Mother?" He replied softly.
"Remember this song Inuyasha… Your father sang it to me and asked me to remember it… Sing it for the girl you love one day… Remember…" And she continued to sing the sweet melody as Inuyasha started to fall asleep.
End Flashback
"Mother…" Inuyasha whispered softly. He looked ahead and saw Kagome in line and waving at him to hurry up. The saddened look on his face disappeared and he couldn't help but to smile at Kagome's innocence. I love her Mother… But… The last time I sang that song…
Flashback
It was freshmen year, a time when Inuyasha really was in love with Kikyo. Although he never showed it around his friends or at school, he was really sweet to her when they were alone.
It was one of those days when it was just the two of them. Kikyo was trailing kisses down his neck as Inuyasha's hands were on her waist. He finally pulled apart and Kikyo gave him a questioning look. "Kikyo?"
Kikyo gave a small smile. "What is it Inu baby?"
For some reason, he looked a little nervous. "Uh… Wanna hear a song?"
"Can't it wait baby?"
Inuyasha's eyes flashed hurt for a split second before returning normal. "Well Kikyo, you know I love you… So I was wondering—"
Kikyo resisted the urge to roll her eyes. "All right. Go ahead."
Inuyasha smiled, a real smile and remembered the sweet melody from his mother. Before it ended however, Kikyo let out a small scoff and attached herself to Inuyasha once more. She whispered in his ear, "That was cute Inuyasha… Now… Where were we?"
He had lost his virginity that night and had also found out that she wasn't a virgin to start with. It was also that night when he realized she wasn't in love with him like he was with her. He still stayed with her however, getting used to physical attraction. He had to admit, she was good in bed. But love was lost to him and it was never the reason why he stayed with her.
End Flashback
I was such an idiot. Damn that Kikyo. Heartless bitch.
His thoughts were interrupted by Kagome.
"Hurry Inuyasha!"
Grimacing, he let go of his memory and hurried after the girl.
When it was near midnight, Kagome begged Inuyasha to go on the Ferris wheel with her. He gave in after her puppy pout and now she was dragging him inside the wheel seats. In the dark night, bright, flashy lights were seen everywhere.
Suddenly, Kagome and Inuyasha's seat stopped at the very peak of the ride. Just when Kagome was about to speak, the loud thundering noise of fireworks interrupted her.
"Inuyasha look! Fireworks!" She smiled happily.
"I can hear it clear enough wench, thanks." His tone was playful however, and Kagome just grinned back at him.
Oh wow… This seems so romantic… Watching fireworks with Inuyasha on top of the Ferris wheel… She took a quick peek at the hanyou next to her and was surprised when he was staring right back.
The two looked away at the same time, both with a deep blush. Kagome turned her attention back at the fireworks.
Inuyasha's head was wiring with thoughts. Should I tell her how I feel now? Or is it too soon? Or should I just kiss her? Their last kiss still lingered in his mind and he let out a smile.
When Kagome took the risk of glancing at him again, she caught him with a small smile on his face. He looks so cute… "What are you smiling about Inuyasha?" She couldn't help it; she just had to ask.
Inuyasha did a double take and saw her staring at him with a smile of her own. "N-Nothing."
"Really?" Her face came closer to his and Inuyasha was seriously contemplating whether he should kiss her or not. Unconsciously, his head moved nearer towards hers. "Really."
The two of them leaned closer and closer…
Kagome's eyes slowly closed and Inuyasha's, the same.
When their lips touched, the fireworks finale erupted in front of them. But neither noticed because they were too caught up in each other.
Inuyasha slowly nibbled at her bottom lip and lifted his hand to touch her cheek. His other arm slowly wrapped around her waist.
Kagome kissed him back shyly and in return closed her arms around his neck.
Their little moment was suddenly interrupted when they felt their seat moving again.
Kagome was tomato red. Oh my gosh, oh my gosh! She couldn't look in his direction and had her head in the opposite direction, staring out into the dark.
Inuyasha had his head in the opposite direction as well. He blushed deeply at what just happened. It's not like she rejected you, his youkai approached cautiously.
Still… She could have been just caught up in the moment…
Or… She could love you like you love her, his youkai suggested.
Inuyasha didn't even think of that. Nah, I doubt that… But damn that was a good kiss… Does she know she's a good kisser?
They didn't speak to each other even after getting off the ride. Neither one of them knew what to say. Suddenly, a big white stuffed dog caught his eye in the distance. I could apologize and win her a stuffed animal… Thinking it was an okay idea; he turned around and spoke up.
"Hey uh… Kagome… About earlier…"
Kagome stopped him before he finished his sentence. "You don't have to apologize Inuyasha! I'm uh… I'm not mad or anything…" She shyly lifted her head to meet his gaze. He has the most amazing amber eyes…
See? She's not mad!
"Oh, uh… So uh… You want me to win you something?"
"Huh?" That was completely random.
Without answering her, Inuyasha grabbed her hand and led her to the place where he saw the big dog.
When she saw the prize dog after he let go of her hand, she grinned. "You want to win me a big dog?"
Inuyasha's normal cocky attitude returned. "Keh. Why not? You can play with its ears and not mine."
Kagome giggled at his playful tone. "All right then. Go win me that dog!"
Inuyasha confidently strode over to the game stand and paid the person working there for one ring to toss.
Kagome quirked an eyebrow at his confidence. "Only one ring Inuyasha? You're that confident that you only need one ring?"
Inuyasha snorted. "Keh. It's nothing wench. Just watch." And with that, he concentrated on the center bottle and did a little flick of his wrist and tossed his one ring.
He watched as the ring landed at its destination. He turned to see Kagome gaping at him. The person working there was surprised as well.
"Wow, no one's ever done that before! You can pick any prize you want!"
"I want that white dog," Inuyasha answered and pointed to the right. In the next second, he was tossed the stuffed animal. He turned around and walked nearer to Kagome.
"Here you go wench!"
Kagome accepted the stuffed animal with a big smile on her face. "I love it Inuyasha! Thank you! It reminds me of you."
Inuyasha 'kehed' and crossed his arms. Suddenly, he felt his phone vibrating in his pocket and answered it. It was Miroku.
"Hey Inuyasha. It's kinda late so I'm taking Sango to her apartment. Just letting you know."
"All right Miroku. See ya."
After Miroku replied, he hung up and turned to Kagome.
"Miroku's taking Sango home. It's getting kinda late… Do you want me to take you home now?"
Kagome, without meaning to, let out a yawn and blushed. "Oh sorry. I guess I am a little tired. Let's go then."
To her surprise, Inuyasha gently grabbed her hand and walked away, with her following close by. As they were walking, she glanced down at their hands and blushed. She felt him squeeze her hand gently and she looked up to see him smiling at her. A real smile.
She smiled back without saying anything.
When they were on the rode, Kagome soon feel asleep hugging her big white dog.
Inuyasha spared a glance at her and he smiled. He whispered to himself, "You look like an angel Kagome…"
Kagome stirred a bit but faced her head towards the window. There was a small smile on her face and it made Inuyasha want to caress her cheek. He didn't want her to go so he drove a little bit slower. He could watch her sleep all night.
Unfortunately, they had arrived at Kagome's apartment soon enough. Inuyasha didn't have the heart to wake her up. Instead, he just stared at her.
Without realizing it, he started to softly hum a slow, sweet melody. As he continued, the words started to tumble out of his mouth.
"The stars are shining bright… No wind is blowing tonight… The moon is guiding me with light to help me find my way to you…"
Inuyasha had his eyes closed and didn't notice the slight stir next to him.
Kagome's eyes slowly fluttered open as she heard a soft melody in the night. Who is that? She turned her face and was surprised to see Inuyasha with his eyes closed; singing.
Not wanting to interrupt, she kept quiet and stared at the hanyou with love in her eyes.
"The angels see me through… I'm finding my way to you…"
As he sang in a hushed whispering voice, his eyes slowly opened. Inuyasha was shocked when a bright cerulean blue was staring right back at him.
Suddenly…
"AH!"
Kagome, startled, jumped in her seat. "Inuyasha! Why are you screaming?"
Inuyasha regained his composure and glared at the woman next to him blushing madly. "Wench! How long were you awake!"
"I don't know… Just about now…" She whispered.
Then, the two of them fell silent.
"Inuyasha…" Kagome was the first to speak. "That song… I liked it… And… You sang beautifully…"
Inuyasha turned his head so she couldn't see him blushing harder. "Keh. I thought you were asleep…"
Kagome chuckled softly. "Why do you hate singing?"
Inuyasha still didn't turn around to face her. He didn't answer her question but instead changed the subject slightly. "My mother used to sing me that song… She said… She said Father used to sing it for her… She told me to remember it to…" He stopped. I can't tell her Mother told me to remember it for the girl I loved. It's like telling her I love her!
What the hell is wrong with that, his youkai interrupted. Tell her how you feel idiot! Inuyasha wasn't convinced. I don't know…
"To what Inuyasha?" Kagome's voiced pierced his thoughts.
"Uh… Never mind." He shook his head. "I just… I don't like singing… Don't tell Sango or Miroku about it…"
"I won't," Kagome promised. Kagome wanted to know what he was going to say but she didn't push it. She could tell it was a touchy subject for him and decided to leave it alone. For now.
As always, I am a slow updater! And I'm so sorry about that! I can't really promise when I'll update again... But I really appreciate you guys who reviewed! by the way. the song inuyasha was singing isn't real. i made it up!
Glad you like this story! (RRPLEASE)
Til next time!