Music in the Night
By ReverberatingSilence
Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha or any of the songs I may use.
Author's Note: Alright guys, I'm going to start to doing review responses because I love communicating with my readers. Look for your name at the bottom, ok? Thanks! And I'm so sorry for the delayed update. But, I am now on summer break, so updates should be easier. NO MORE END OF THE YEAR EXAMS! MWAHAHA! Yeah…on with the story...
Music in the Night
Chapter Four Friendship and Fear
Miroku waved a hand in front of Inuyasha once again, calling his name for what seemed like the four hundredth time. His friend seemed so out of it, he couldn't quite figure out why though. And it wasn't like the boy was responding to anything.
Finally, Inuyasha registered Miroku's existence and looked up at his friend. They were in home room, waiting for class to begin. Inuyasha was sitting in his desk at the back of the class and Miroku was looming over with a curious look. Everyone else seemed to be oblivious of the two as they were caught up in their own conversations or studies.
"Hey, are you ok? You seemed really spaced out," Miroku said, realizing Inuyasha was finally back to earth. Inuyasha gave his friend a cheesy smile.
"I'm sorry, Miroku. I've just got a lot on my mind at the moment. I've got some stuff that I've got to do." was his reply, causing Miroku's eye brow to pop up. "What kind of stuff?"
"Nothing of importance to you," he said, and quickly noticed the sly grin on his friend's lips. "It's nothing perverted or anything like that, so that's why it is none of your concern."
Miroku crossed his arms in a pout. "That's hardly fair, Inuyasha." Inuyasha rolled his eyes and shooed Miroku away as the teacher came in.
Kagome, you will accept my offer. I don't care how I'll get you to agree, you will…whether conscious or not. A sick grin crossed Inuyasha face as he thought through his plans for Kagome. Soon she would be his.
Third period whirled around and Inuyasha found himself in the presence of a certain neighbor. He bid hello to her, but left her be after that. He spent his time mainly with Miroku and a few of the other guys who came to talk as well, but for the most part remained silent.
He watched her when he knew she wasn't looking, and tried to memorize every little piece of her. Every curve, every breath, every movement, everything. If she was to be his new apprentice, if you will, then he would have to know what was fine and what would need work. He would make her perfect, so perfect that the world would almost be willing to shun her. But so perfect that the world wouldn't be able to keep their eyes off of her.
He would bring her into a light that would never die. She would live forever, if not physically then spiritually. Her name and voice would ring through all the ages, no matter her opinion in the matter. Inuyasha didn't want to be cruel, but he couldn't hide such perfection from the world. He would show her to everyone, he would show her to the world. He would never keep something so precious to himself, but at the same time, he wouldn't dream of sharing her with anyone else. She'd be everyone's of course, but ultimately she would be his. She would always be his, his for as long as he wished.
He was pried out of his thoughts as the bell rang, signaling that it was time for lunch. He told Miroku that he would be unable to join him and made his way to find a certain raven haired girl.
And find her he did, having known where her locker was. She was talking with Sago, who quickly excused herself when Miroku walked over. Inuyasha shook his head as he watched the couple walk off, laughing slightly at how they were so attached to one another.
After a few minutes of letting Kagome get her stuff together, Inuyasha made his way over. He let the dark, lustful look leave his eyes and mind and replaced it with a soft smile and easy violet eyes. He tapped her on the shoulder and took in the way her hair twirled as she spun to meet his face. Her shocked expression quickly changed to that of happiness, and a smile graced her soft lips. Inuyasha quickly memorized how they seemed to melt into the expression and how they caused creases to form on either side, making her look absolutely endearing.
"Inuyasha, you scared me," Kagome said innocently. Her voice caused his insides to spark, but he kept it to himself. "How are you?"
"I'm doing quite well, Kagome. I was wondering if you would like to join me and the others for lunch. I don't quite like you eating by yourself." He offered her his arm in a very old-fashion way, causing Kagome to giggle.
"Well, I don't think I can say no to someone so proper. Of course I'll join you." She placed her hand on his arm as she was taught to and he led her out to the field, where they found the others sitting under the shady apple-trees lining the fence.
The 'others' consisted of a very small group of people Inuyasha felt he had grown quite close to. Miroku, obviously being his best friend was seated next to the ever gorgeous Sango, his girlfriend, who was chatting away happily with the girl next to her. The girl next to her was named Kagura and was the most tomboyish girl you'd ever meet, she had a little sister by the name of Kanna of whom she considered her reason for living. Next to her sat Kouga, another one of Inuyasha's closest friends. He was right under Miroku, if not equal. He was the school heart-throb, yet remained single. He was into sports and amazingly skilled in math and science, something that came in handy during exam season.
Inuyasha introduced everyone to Kagome, and vice-versa. Kagome took a seat next to Sango, who had scooted over to give her room. Inuyasha took a place between Miroku and Kouga, easily fitting in to the group and conversation at hand.
Kagura smiled at Kagome, running two fingers through the younger girl's hair. "I'm not trying to scare you, but your hair looked so soft, I had to touch it!" Kagome laughed at the girl's fowardness but didn't mind at all.
"Oh, don't worry about it. I just hope it's as soft as it looks." Kagura nodded, informing her that it was and then finally let her hand drop. "So, Inuyasha has introduced you. But we know nothing…" Sango growled. "Ok, so everyone except Sango and Inuyasha know nothing. Why don't you tell us about yourself?" Kagome gave her a puzzled look which caused Kouga to laugh.
"Fine, to be easier, we'll all take turns asking you questions ok?" He sent her a dazzling smile. "We did this to Kagura when Sango first introduced her. So, don't think it's just you." Kagome felt slightly easier and nodded, waiting for the questions.
"I'll go first!" Kagura said, waving her hand frantically. "Simple first question, what grade are you in and where do you come from?"
Kagome ignored the fact that it was in fact, two questions in one and answered. "I'm a junior this year and I just moved here from Odiaba. I was, however, born in Osaka."
Kagura nodded with a smile and looked at Kouga, signaling it was his turn. "Um…how 'bout your family? Do you have any siblings?"
"Yes, I have a little brother. His name is Souta and he's in the fifth grade. I live with him, my mother and my grandfather. My father passed away long before we moved here, and Grandpa just decided he should fill in the space. He's stupid like that." Kagome laughed, thinking back to the time her grandfather had just waltzed into the place as if it were his duty to replace the father, but Kagome couldn't say she regretted it. She was quite glad to have another man in the house.
Kouga sent her a small look of pity, but it was gone before she knew it. Miroku cleared his throat as he thought of a question. "Let's see here, ah here's a simple one! How the heck did you meet Inuyasha? Of all the people to meet first, you must've thought horridly of the school!" Inuyasha growled at Miroku playfully and the others laughed, including Kagome.
"He's actually my next door neighbor. He was kind enough to introduce himself to me. I always hate it when I don't know my neighbors." She smiled at Inuyasha, who smiled back with a small half-bow. Kagome rolled her eyes at this and looked back to Miroku.
"Well, then I pity you. Having him for a neighbor must be torturous." Miroku laughed, thinking of when he himself used to live next to Inuyasha. They had annoyed each other to the very core, and yet stayed friends. Though, they had been living in cheap townhouses, so maybe that could've been considered different.
"Ok, my turn!" Sango said with a grin. "Give us some of your hobbies, Kagome. What do you like to do in your spare time?"
Kagome's eyes lit up at this question and she didn't hesitate to answer. "I absolutely love to sing, act, and dance! Obviously, the three go in hand but I love them all so much. Singing mostly, then dancing, and acting. But I love them all."
"Aww, that's so cool!" Sango said, her eyes lighting up as well. "I am an actor and dancer too! I can't sing at all, I'll tell you that. If you ever hear me, I'm sure you'd go deaf. But I love to act and dance! Maybe we could do some stuff together sometime." Kagome nodded in agreement, thinking it would be quite fun.
"I also have an interest in the arts," Miroku said, sounding slightly shy. "I don't dance, and never plan to. But I love acting. Singing is something I'm willing to do when needed, but I don't know where I would be without acting. I'm in the fifth period drama club."
"As am I," said Kouga. "I love acting. I hate dancing, and like Sango I screech like a drunken bird. I also love to draw. Art is my passion, acting comes second."
"And I," said Kagura, "am a dancer and photographer. I love to dance and take pictures of dancers or something that looks artistic to me. I have a lot of black and whites from Broadway that look like they could've passed for 1950's."
"Kagome," Inuyasha said, feeling he should explain. "You'll fit into this group quite fast. As you know, I'm a singer. I also compose my own music and play a few instruments. All of us have passions lying somewhere in the arts, and that's why we're such a small group. Quite a few of the people here think we're either gay or just stupid. They don't understand the artistic domain, so we stick to ourselves, save a few people. But, we're friendly and I wouldn't have introduced you had I not thought you would love everyone here."
Kagome smiled delightfully at him and then all the others. "Yes, I fear he's right!" she replied, her grin growing wider. "This looks to be the starts of a beautiful friendship!" The others agreed easily and fell into a pleasant conversation with one another until the bell rang, signaling them to head for their next class. Kagome never noticed the infatuated and possessive look Inuyasha was watching her with the entire time.
Kagome was on her way home, a slight scowl on her face. They had loaded her with homework that night and she was furious. Sure, it was still light out and she was positive she would be able to complete it all, but she wasn't in the mood to worry about the work. She let out a sigh and began to make her way up the walkway to her front door.
Sing for me, my angel of music
She stopped, key halfway in the lock and looked around with wide eyes. Where did that voice come from? It sounded like it was coming from inside her head, but she knew that wasn't possible. She looked around the area, but found no one nearby. Could her infatuation with the Phantom of the Opera be getting to her? She smiled at that thought and continued inside, dismissing the thought.
She slipped out of her shoes, leaving them on the wooden floor before the door, and made her way up to her room. Once she arrived, she cut the light on and dropped her book bag next to the bed. She walked to her closet and pulled out some pajama bottoms made of a rich blue silk, decorated with various clouds and a white tank-top to replace her itchy school uniform. She quickly changed, suddenly feeling a bit paranoid of not wearing any clothing. She knew no one was home except for her. She was always home alone until six. Her brother, Souta, did not go home after school but rather to his mother's work. And he would return home with her, carrying dinner or a small something for his beloved big sister.
She tried to slip of the eerie thoughts in her head by starting on her homework. But every creak in the walls, every 'pop' the air conditioner made, every little sound that would've been brushed off any other time caused her heart to race and her eyes to dart around the room. What on earth was wrong with her?
"Get it together, Kagome…you're losing it." She set her mechanical pencil down and closed her eyes, leaning against the very uncomfortable desk chair. "You're home alone…the place is going to make noise. You're just a little jumpy today, get over it." But when the air conditioner shut off and her ears began to ring due to the sudden silence, her eyes grew wide and her heart pulsed in a speed she knew was probably not healthy for someone who was merely sitting.
She jumped away from the desk and went over to her stereo, which occupied the night table by her bed. She quickly pressed play, not caring what was in her stereo, just as long as it made noise.
"In sleep he sang to me
In dreams he came.
That voice which calls to me,
And speaks my name…"
Kagome smiled, lip syncing to the words as she once again started on her homework. She felt calmer, her mind focused now on the story line of the Phantom and on the evil geometry before her. It wasn't until the Phantom's solo started that her pencil slipped from her hand. Her eyes wide, and her mouth open in shock, she found herself lost in the voice that was not of her dear Michael Crawford.
"Sing once again with me,
Our strange duet.
My power over you
Grows stronger yet…"
The voice faded after those two simple lines and she was left again with only her London cast voices. She cocked her head, her hands shaking, and wondered if she had imagined the voice. Was she possibly mental? Was she schizophrenic and didn't know it yet? Could she be delisional? She shook her head and picked up her pencil once again. "No, you're just having an off day. Everything will be fine," she mumbled to herself, not sure if she really believed the words.
After a good two hours of demented homework, Kagome could be found tucking herself into bed. The soft yet passionate melody of "The Point of No Return" echoed quietly through her room. She closed her eyes and said a quick prayer to God, thanking him for her lovely day and for blessing her with new friends. She also asked him to calm her soul and set her mind at bay, willing the paranoia to pass. She asked that the next day would bless her and go according to his plan before whispering a quiet "amen".
She pulled the covers up to her chin and buried her cheek into her cool pillow. As it began to grow warm under her skin she drifted into a dream of angels and music. She felt a chilly presence and her hair being brushed from her face. Soft lips found her forehead, and she smiled and thanked her mother in her head.
Soon, my dear angel. Soon you will grace the world with your voice.
A pair of amber eyes stared down at her, filled with passion and fire. The flames looked as if they were to eternally burn, but one could see them give way to a loving look of violet as the shadowed figure left it's angel to sleep in peace.
Songs:
The Phantom of the Opera-tPotO
Yeah, sorry once again for the shortness of the chapter. It was just the last filler chapter before the plot began to unfold. Mwahaha! Next is chapter 5, Music of the Night. Hopefully it'll explain a bit of Inuyasha's personality to everyone. And it'll be longer, I promise you that. A lot is to unfold. So, you'd best review so you can see it happen:hint, hint: lol. Now as promised, review responses:
ChinaWings- Thank you for your encouraging review! Don't tell anyone, but it was your review that inspired some of what is going to happen in Chapter 5! Yey! Go you! . The fact that he is so bold and open to Kagome right off the bat will be revealed through the story. I always hate it when people are talkative and 'best-buds' right when they meet, but it had to be done to match his character. If you have seen Phantom of the Opera it'll help, he's based off of Erik's character. If not, then it'll still make perfect sense as time goes on. I promise! Thank you once again for the lovely comment, I hope you enjoyed this chapter.
inuyashaangel- Oo, what does he mean indeed:cackles evilly: You'll have to read and find out! But I forewarn you, it's going to be slightly dark and…sad? Maybe sad. Inubaby is a very nice nickname, lol. And a very nice habit! ;; haha. Hope you liked this chapter, and I hope the next chapter will reveal some of what's going on with Inuyasha for you.
AngelWing1138- aww, my bestest ffnet friend:huggles: I will say right now I am soo glad you're reading my story, and I feel so…awesome, because you actually like it! . It makes me feel so special, lol! And yes, you need to watch those musicals! Haha. I haven't seen Fosse in forever. :cries: Anyway, I am so glad you like this story. And yes, your villain choice is quite evil too, lol, but defiantly more complex and original than mine. --;; Oh well! And hey, just to show you how awesome you are, I accidentally said "mar" four times today! O.o Once when I woke up, once when I fell out of bed, and twice whilst watching Pretear. So, go you and your awesome words:highfive: So, I hope this chapter was somewhat enjoying, I know it was boring. And I hope that you get a lot out of Chapter 5! Thank you again.
Catkin Blossom- I hate it when ffnet messes up like that, and it does it a lot for me. --;; But, for some reason I got both of your reviews. I'm sure that's not bad though. No problem with answering your question, I don't want to leave my readers confused, though I don't know if you were really 'confused' per-say, haha. And I'm like that too, I'm never satisfied with my work. It's always 'darn it, I could've done better'. So yeah, I know how that goes. And I'm sure you're better than you give yourself credit for:p Hope you enjoyed this chapter as well, I keep thinking it'll be a dissapointment. Thank you so much again for your lovely reviews!
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