Mixed Emotions [Twelve]

Author's notes: Here I am again. Hello everyone! I hope you guys enjoyed chapter 11. I had a little trouble writing that chapter...man, I just had trouble about how Inuyasha was going to react when he got Kikyo's phone call. --'' And I kinda messed up on that...i think. Anyway, here's chapter 12 for you. I'm not sure how long it will take me to update, but I'll try to do that everyweek or so. I still got three weeks of summer vacation time to spend. When the school season starts once again, I'm not sure when I can update...but I'll try to stick to that weekly update thingie. This story is far from ending! [Hey, I'm even thinking of making a prequel after this...just to clear up a few things that are coming up. Then I'm going to continue "Kouga's Disguise." Maybe...just maybe...]

Mixed Emotions [Twelve] - The arrival of the well-known Kikyo

Inuyasha's non-stop problems...

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"I'll see you at Christmas then! Lots of love and bye!" And then she hung up. Inuyasha did so too, then sighed heavily. How was he going to explain this one? Everyone else knew it besides Kagome. Inuyasha curled up on the couch he was sitting on, and placed a hand on his forehead. "I can't do it...I don't want to get engaged to her...not now..." he thought, as beads of sweat ran down his face. "...I...I don't love that way her anymore!"

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"See ya on Monday at school, dude."

"I know your birthday was yesterday, but Happy Birthday anyways!"

"The bed was really comfy. Thanks for inviting us."

"Nice place. I'll go visit sometime."

"Thanks, you guys," Inuyasha replied, grinning at his friends as they left. The hanyou waved at them, then sighed in relief. Now, no one can bug him about what happened last night [Nothing really happened...he just kissed Kagome, right?]. Miroku and Kouga ran after Ayame, who was sprinting towards the street corner. Sango and Kagome were saying their thank-yous and good-byes to Inuyasha and everybody else. Then, Sango walked up to the side street and waited for Kagome there. Somehow, she knew that there were some things that are done best if she left Inuyasha and Kagome alone.

"So..uh..." Inuyasha began, scratching that back of his head. "I guess I'll see you on Monday too, huh?" Kagome smiled brightly at him and nodded.

"Oh, and before I forget...here's my present for you. It's called the Shikon no Tama, or Jewel of Four Souls. I'm sure you've heard the legend," Kagome said, opening her palm, revealing a shiny, pink orb. "You can ask for three wishes on it, and it's gonna come true. I heard many people were after that jewel in the feudal era."

"Thanks. I'll keep it safe. It's the best one that I got," the silver-haired teen smiled. Kagome looked down and blushed. Her heart was beating furiously, so she decided to give Inuyasha something to remember. Quickly, the raven haired girl embraced the hanyou tightly, not caring what someone who's watching them say. Inuyasha hugged her back with his manly arms around Kagome. The flowers on the front danced as the afternoon wind blew. Sango, of course, watched the good couple from afar with a smile, and thinking of not announcing this one to the others. They make such a fuss over small things that are happening between Kagome and Inuyasha.

"Happy birthday, Inuyasha..." she muttered. "...though I should've said it yesterday."

"It's okay. The fact that you said it makes me happy." Kagome blushed some more, then giggled.

"Well, I better go now. My mom's expecting me," she said. "And Sango must be tired of waiting for me. I'll see you on Monday!" Letting go of the hanyou, she ran down to the side street, Kagome met up with Sango, who was smiling and giggling suspiciously. As the two girls disappeared on the corner, Inuyasha sighed as he closed the magnificent front doors.

"So, is everything settled between you two?" Sango asked, walking beside Kagome. The 15 year-old girl looked confused. "I mean, are you guys an official couple yet?" Kagome shook her head.

"I don't think so..." she sighed. "He hasn't asked me that 'question' yet."

"I hope he's not like Miroku," Sango said dully. "He just goes to every girl he sees and askes her 'to bear his child.'"

"He didn't ask me. But I'm sure he asked you several times before, huh?" Kagome pointed out. "Judging how plainly you said that statement."

"Yeah, you're right," Sango sighed, shaking her head. "But how could I say 'yes' to him if he keeps on fooling around?"

"Well...I guess you'll just have to wait for the right time." Sango smiled a little at her friend, then nodded.

"By the way..." Sango began, looking up at the sky. "I wonder why Kikyo didn't show up yesterday. Is she busy studying or something?"

"I don't know," Kagome replied. "What do you mean, 'she's busy studying'?"

"Don't you know who she really is?" The junior shook her head. "Kikyo. The famous 'beauty-and-brains' who had the highest highschool entrance exams two years ago." Kagome was listening intently. "And, one last thing. She looks just like you...like she's your twin or something. But the difference is, your attitudes. Not a lot of people know much about this whole thing anyway, so there's nothing to worry about --" Sango watched as Kagome's happy expression was replaced by a depressed one. "Don't worry, Kagome. I won't mistake her for you. Besides, how could I? You're my bestfriend, and I know you a whole lot more that I know her."

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"You alright, Inuyasha?" asked Rin, poking the hanyou's ears from behind. "You look sad."

"You won't understand, Rin," Inuyasha replied arrogantly. "You're just a kid."

"But I even if I'm just a kid, maybe I can do something to help," said Rin persistently.

"You can't help me. You don't know what I'm going through."

"Oh, alright. But if you need my help, I'll just be--"

"Just shut up, and leave me alone!" the hanyou finally hollered. Rin ran out of the living room, screaming for Sesshomaru. Inuyasha just smirked. "Good riddance. I just don't know how Sesshomaru puts up with that brat." He leaned on the soft pillows of the couch and let out a yawn. His mind was not completely empty right now; in fact, the picture of Kikyo never left his mind since that phone call that she made. He can clearly tell how he feels right at his moment: confused and frustrated. First of all, he's been with Kagome and had some romantic times with her, but they're not officially boyfriend and girlfriend. At first, he thought that he was no longer Kikyo's boyfriend, since they haven't been in contact for about a year until now. Last night, he slept on the same bed with Kagome, but did nothing, unlike what the others think they did. Today, Kikyo calls and tells him that the promised engagement was still on, and on top of that, he agrees with her! Plus, Kagome and Kikyo almost look like each other! What the hell is going on with his life?!?

"Hpmh. I happen to meet two girls that almost look like twins," Inuyasha mumbled to himself. "This is just great. Just GREAT." Just as he was about to pull his hair out, his mother Izayoi appeared at the doorway, carrying tea on a tray. Rin, clinging onto Sesshomaru, followed behind her.

"Having girl problems, little brother?" Sesshomaru snickered annoyingly. "You truly are a fool, hooking up with two girls at the same time."

"Shut yer yap, Sesshomaru!" Inuyasha countered. "This ain't yer problem!"

"Now isn't the time to start bickering, boys," said Izayoi. "Sesshomaru, you can either stay here, or go." As an answer, the silverhaired man sat on the couch opposite of Inuyasha and crossed his arms on his chest. Rin took a cup of tea from the tray then sat beside him. Izayoi sat beside the duo, with a cup of tea on her hands. Everything was quiet for a moment, then she spoke, "I got a phone call from Kikyo. She said that you and her would be engaged this Christmas and be married soon after. Is this true, Inuyasha?" The hanyou nodded after hesitating. There would be no point in lying.

"Yes. I knew I should've told everyone sooner, mother," he replied, clenching his fist. "But I knew that you wouldn't allow me to do so." Izayoi gazed at her son with the most sincere eyes. A small smile formed on her lips.

"I would," she replied. "But you would have to take care of yourself and be on your own after your marriage. We won't support you whatsoever. You'll have to live on your own."

"B-but--!!"

"I know you're young, but it's a decision you made. Surely, you thought it over before you agreed to it." Inuyasha was lost for words. He didn't know what he can say to this. That's how he is; he does things without thinking it over, or thinking of what the consequences might be. It's something about him that can never be changed. "No," was his answer.

"It's not too late yet, little brother," Sesshomaru smirked. "You can still break up with her long before you get engaged. Like now. But if truly love this Kikyo, it wouldn't matter if you had to live by yourself with her. All you need is a job." He raished his index finger, then pointed it to his head. "Sometimes, you should use this, and think things through before you take action. It's a great help when you're stuck in situations like these." Then, he stood up, grabbed Rin's hand [which made her spill her tea on the couch] and excused themselves. "Trust me, it will help." And the two disappeared. Izayoi giggled.

"I guess you two have some things straightened, hmm?" she said with a smile. "Well, I guess you two are getting a long fine...in a way." Inuyasha frowned and turned away.

"Feh. He's softened 'cause of that little brat, Rin," he grumbled, crossing his arms like Sesshomaru. "But he was all violent before and he wanted to kill me."

"Well...at least he's changed, huh?" Izayoi insisted. "But anyway, what are you going to do?"

"I'm still gonna marry her!"

"But what about Kagome? I see that you two have been close lately."

"Who cares? I can marry who I want! I want Kikyo as my mate. End of story." His mother finally stood up. Taking the tray with an untouched tea with her, she strolled to the entrace of the living room. "Mom...I'm sorry. I didn't mean to be rude."

"It's okay, Inuyasha, honey," she replied with a smile. "Just...be true to yourself and your heart. Then you'll see that the answer to your problem is right infront of you."

"Mother..."

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About a month and a week passed since the celebration of Inuyasha's birthday. Everybody's been too busy to see each other lately, since Christmas was two days away. A lot has happened since that birthday party. Ayame moved in Kouga's -and his friends- dormitory and they've been hanging out. Miroku was busy looking for an ideal gift for Sango, while the girl was at home, helping her dad and brother decorate the christmas tree and wrap the presents. Kagome was doing the same at the Higurashi household, and the Sunset Shrine. No one's heard from Inuyasha much, but they're pretty sure that he's preparing for christmas too.

An airplane was about to touch down at the airport. A young woman was looking through the glass window, wearing casual clothes under a winter jacket. After a few minutes, the plane shook, indicating that it has already made contact with solid ground.

"Ah...Madam, we're here," a young man, wearing a suit and a well made jacket, whispered, as the plane from Osaka landed smoothly on the runway of the Haneda Airport [airport for domestic travel. It's south of downtown Tokyo]. It was a fine day, with snow covering the place where grass was suppose to be.

"Thank you for escorting me, Naraku," the young woman responded.

"It was my pleasure, madam."

"Quit calling me 'madam', you silly man. It's Kikyo, alright? You don't have to be so formal. You're my friend."

"Fine, Kikyo. What do you plan on doing now?"

"Have you forgotten?"

"Oh, of course not..." Naraku replied, keeping his face as blank as possible. "But are you sure you want to do this? I mean, have you forgotten what your parents said?"

"No, I didn't."

"Well, then what?"

"Let's continue this conversation in the limousine, shall we?" she said. 'Well, Inuyasha...I'm coming for you, just like you and I promised 2 years ago before you left...I hope you don't change your mind in the last minute.' Kikyo closed her eyes and sighed. 'But I have this uneasy feeling that something's going to go wrong.'

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Chapter 12 done. I had to do some research about the airport and some other stuff about Japan for the later chapters [poor me...I'm not into researching... --''] And I'm sad about how I found out from a site that Inuyasha's final episodes of Inuyasha are coming. :( ...Anyhow, I guess this chapter didn't explain much. But what's Inuyasha gonna do with the Shikon Jewel? What's this 'uneasy feeling' that Kikyo's talking about? Could it be that she's in the same situation as Inuyasha? And why is Naraku with her? The answer to these quiestions will be revealed later in the next chapters of "Mixed Emotions"! [Heh. Even I'm getting confused about this story. Must be the heat from the sun.] Coming up in a week or two.

P.S. Reviews, please?