Review Responses
Sango's-Gal: I'm glad you like my story so much. Sorry, but Inuyasha and Sango are not getting together. For some reason, I like Miroku/Kagome couple but Sango and Inuyasha are about as wrong as cannibalism. How would Sango walk in on Miroku and Kagome doing it? You think one of would remember to lock the door. And Sango would need to get into to whoever's house they were in first. I'm the only person I know who as that much skill at lock-picking.
moonyme: You're more than welcome. I kind of like that chapter too. (This is saying a lot, considering I can get pretty critical of myself sometimes) And I'm just fine. I beat the shit outta those sucker punching little bitches.
Muffins McKenzie: I'm glad you still like my story despite the Miroku/Kagome part. I have a feeling you'll find this chapter particularly satisfying. ;)
Kasai to Kasumi: Yeah, this story does that a little. This chapter should take some of the pressure off the boot stomping all over your heart.
Hayai-hakai: Good thing you like plot twists, because I'm chock full of 'em! I hope that storm blows over you! I don't want any of my loyal fans dying! I mean, they're only so many of them…
Tera McCaslin: Bring it on! I've beat three would-be assassins already! I can beat you too!
anycipov: I'm glad you love my story so much! It warms my heart! A sequel is tempting, but I already have two more fanfics in progress so I might not, or it might take a little while to get started on. 50 chapters sounds like a challenge, but I live to climb mountains like those.
TaintedMunkeyz: I want to try and make it to 50, but 10-15 more chapters is probably more realistic. Maybe not even that many.
tashy911: Eri and Hojo do seem like they would go well together. (Also if you pay close attention in the ending credits of the second movie, Hojo ends up going to the carnival with Eri since Kagome stands him up) I try to update as quickly as I can for reviewers like you! Advice and opinion are better than just one.
kili: Learn how to spell.
Kouga's #1 Fan: Okay. It's good to know Kouga's #1 Fan is my #1 fan too. Does that mean I'm as awesome as Kouga?
Chapter 33: Date After Break-up
"You're set Sango. Just call him. It won't be awkward. Sure, he's with Kagome, and you haven't spoken to him in two months, but he's still your friend Miroku. No awkwardness at all." Sango picked up the phone and began to dial Miroku's number. She figured if she was going to be able to talk to Miroku about maybe getting back together, she'd have to get him away from Kagome. The problem was he spent so much time with her; it was quite the task to accomplish. The phone began to ring on the other end.
"Talk to me." Miroku said into the receiver. Normal laid-back attitude.
"H-hey Miroku." Sango said shyly.
"Oh, hi Sango. What's new?" Miroku was slightly surprised that Sango would call him, being the type to hold a grudge. But he wasn't about to complain, as he had a record of being on good terms with all his ex-s, and Sango was no exception.
"Well, I need to talk to you about something important."
"Lay it on me."
"It's not the sort of thing you can talk about over the telephone." Sango timidly admitted. "I was thinking maybe we could do something tonight and talk about it then?"
"I have plans with Kagome tonight." Sango was road-blocked. "But I haven't done anything with you for a while. I'm sure Kagome will understand. What did you have in mind?"
"I dunno. We could just go out to eat or something." Sango suggested. Aiming for something a little nicer than a burger joint but nothing special they decided on Chili's. (Good ribs) Miroku said he'd call up Kagome and let her know.
"Hello?" Kagome asked.
"Hey babe. It's me." Miroku replied.
"Hey. What's up?"
"I know we were supposed to go out tonight, but do you think you could let me off?" Miroku requested.
"Why? Did something come up?"
"Yeah. Sango called. She said she needed to see me about something urgent." Miroku explained. "Normally you'd come first, but since I haven't talked to Sango in so long…"
"Say no more. Sure you can. So she doesn't hate you?" Kagome wondered.
"Come on Kags. You know no one can stay mad at me for too long." Miroku gloated.
"I'm still a bit annoyed that you're blowing me off for Sango." Kagome disagreed.
"I'll make it up to you…and then some." Even though she couldn't see him, she knew he was giving a suggestive wink.
"Sounds good to me. I'll talk to you later. Love you."
"I love you too." Miroku hung up. "I wonder what Sango wants to talk about? What could possibly be so important she couldn't just say it over the phone?" Miroku said to nobody. Not being one who cared much about his appearance he just threw on a hoodie and went outside, knowing Sango would be coming by soon.
"Kohaku? I'm leaving now! Call my cell if you need me before Dad gets home. I'm not quite sure when I'll be home." Sango yelled upstairs to her little brother.
"Where are you going?" he shouted back.
"Out. With Miroku." Sango said; her smile smug since she had beaten out Kagome. Sango left. She smiled as she thought about how nice it would be to see Miroku again. She had only seen him once over the past ten weeks, and that time he had been making out with Kagome. Sango wretched at the name. She knew it wasn't Kagome's fault she and Miroku had broken up, but did she really have to snatch him away like that, only minutes after she had dumped him?
"Hey there beautiful!" Miroku called down the block as he saw Sango approach.
"Yup he's still the same Miroku. Now, now Miroku, I'm not sure Kagome would like to hear you say that to someone else." Sango reminded him.
"Yup, she's still the same Sango. Does the mere fact that I have a girlfriend restrict me to thinking that she and she alone is beautiful?" Miroku asked jokingly.
"I suppose not, but since I am your ex, hearing you call me beautiful may make her uneasy."
"It shouldn't. Would you be my ex if I didn't think you were beautiful?" Miroku pointed out.
"Good point." Sango admitted as they began to walk towards downtown. Even though it was probably in the teens (fifties U.S.), they both figured it was a good idea to enjoy the not-too-hot not-too-cold weather before a premature winter came. The conversation between the two was casual and there were no awkward silences or touchy subjects discussed. It was almost as if the two had never broken up. In fact, one who didn't know the two would probably think they were a couple. Sango had more or less forgotten what she had taken him out to talk about. That is, until Miroku brought it up.
"So, what was it exactly that you wanted to talk to me about?" Miroku inquired before talking a bite of one of his beef skewers.
"You, me and Kagome." Sango replied.
"What about us?"
"Well firstly I want to make sure that we can all still be friends without any malice towards one another." Sango said.
"Of course." Miroku responded, dismissing the topic with a wave of his hand.
"Second, Ithinkweshouldgetbacktogether." Sango added as fast as she could.
Miroku looked at her as if she was off her rocker. Even though she had said it quickly, Miroku understood every word. If he didn't have any less sense of etiquette he would've asked for the check. "Shay wha?" he asked incredulously, his mouth now full of salmon, as he had begun eating his second skewer.
"I said I want to get back together." Sango repeated.
"I heard you; I just didn't believe what my ears were telling me. When did you decide this?" Miroku asked, Sango knowing she had just ignited a long string of questions.
"Monday."
"Why do you want to get back together? From what you said last time we talked, I got the impression you wanted me to 'burn in the hottest part of hell' if I remember correctly." Miroku quoted what Sango had said when she dumped him.
"Did I really say that?" Miroku nodded. "Well I was over-reacting. This week I realized that it wasn't your fault that we broke up. It was mine. I was too hasty to accuse you of cheating on me, and it was wrong of me. So I am humbly asking for forgiveness."
"Sango, I'm afraid it's not that simple. I have another girlfriend now. I can't just drop her because you want another chance. Not to mention this is the second time you've wanted me back because you were too quick to jump to conclusions." Miroku reminded her with a scolding face.
"But I still love you! Please Miroku!" Sango pleaded. Miroku stroked his chin in deep thought.
"I'll think about it." Miroku finally decided.
"You will?" Sango asked with hopeful eyes.
"Would I lie to you?" Definitely not.
"I love you!" Sango shouted practically leaping across the booth and throwing her arms around his neck.
"Yeah. I love you too." Miroku gasped out. "You mind letting me breathe?"
A/N: I hope you Sango/Miroku peoples are pleased at least a little bit. You didn't really think I'd go against my word?