(100 REVIEWS! (Dances around, dropping physic and math text books to the
floor) Man, I never got 100 reviews on my other story when I got one
hundred reviews for twelve chapters. Yeah!!!!! My goal is to get 300
since my last great story was 207 reviews. So anyway, I thought as a
reward for all the reviews I've gotten, I'd take a break from studying and
get working on this other chapter!)
Winter Wonderland
Chapter Ten
Kagome sighed as she waited patiently, waiting for the light to turn green.
"Why aren't we moving?" asked Inu-Yasha, wondering why they had stopped.
"I have to wait for the light to turn," said Kagome.
"Why?"
"Well on a busy street, the light tells when we can go so we don't get hit by an on coming vehicle,"
Inu-Yasha just nodded his head, not really knowing what she was talking about, "So you're going to stay with me the whole time? That is until I go to get your present?"
"Yes, I'll be with you the whole time," smiled Kagome as the blasted light finally turned green. (A/N. Today when I was driving, I swear all the lights were against me since everyone of them turned red on me today!!!! ARRGGGHHH!)
"After I get my gifts for you guys, we'll head home?"
"Well no, we still have to do a little more shopping,"
"Did you forget to get someone a gift?"
"Oh no, I have everyone's present, but you and I still need to get outfits for the Christmas ball,"
"Ball?" asked Inu-Yasha.
"Why yes, oh! I guess I didn't tell you about that now did I?"
"No,"
Turning left Kagome finally replied, "Well, every year the ski lodge holds their annual Christmas ball, so far every time me an my family come to the mountains we go,"
"Well what exactly do we do at it?"
"There will be dancing, food, karaoke, drinks, all kinds of stuff,"
"Well what about my ears?"
"Don't worry about that, I'll get you a top hat,"
"What's a top hat?"
"You'll see when we head inside," said Kagome as they pulled into the mall parking lot. They were at a very small city that had a small mall that was half an hour from the cabin. Kagome got out of the car, and made sure Inu-Yasha was too when she locked the door.
"Sure is big," mumbled Inu-Yasha.
"Ill have to show you the mall near my home, then you've seen big," smiled Kagome, grabbing Inu-Yasha's hand. The two walked into the mall, and no one seemed to notice Inu-Yasha's silver hair, "So where shall we go first?"
"Let's get your grandpa out of the way,"
"Well what did mom want you to get him?"
"The book of rare sicknesses and illnesses," said Inu-Yasha.
Kagome almost fell over as she heard that, "Why would he want that?"
"I don't know, but your mom said he was running out of idea's for your absences at school,"
Kagome sighed, "Well, let's head to the book store then,"
Inu-Yasha was amazed at all the Christmas decorations hanging around the mall, especially the blinking lights which he stared at for almost fifteen minutes, that is until Kagome dragged him into the book store. Inu-Yasha was once again amazed at all the 'spell' books that had strange writing on them.
"Now it should be in here somewhere," said Kagome, looking in the health section of the store.
"How many spell books do you think are in here?" asked Inu-Yasha.
"Too many to count . . aha! I found it!" said Kagome, pulling a rather large book off the shelf. She handed it to Inu-Yasha, and showed him how much money to pay the clerk.
"Okay, what next?" asked Kagome as they walked out.
"Next is your brother, he wants something called Terminator 3," said Inu- Yasha.
(A/N. It's what my brother wants for Christmas, so I thought I'd add it)
"Then we head to the video store," said Kagome.
They passed by caroler's, and a man who had pulled Inu-Yasha into a chair was trying to sell a head massager. Kagome had quickly dragged Inu-Yasha out of there, but then was stopped by another man who had grabbed Kagome and tried to sell her a new brand of perfume that was on sale. She almost had to sit Inu-Yasha since he was about to lunge at the man.
"Why are people grabbing us?" asked Inu-Yasha, keeping Kagome close by.
"They're just trying to sell stuff,"
"Well if someone grabs you again . . ."
"Inu-Yasha don't worry about it. Oh look there's the video store," said Kagome.
Inu-Yasha was in awe with the music, but had to cover his ears with the most horrifying sound that was playing in the store.
"What the hell is that?" asked Inu-Yasha.
"Rap, it's a type of music," said Kagome.
"Okay, so where do we find this Terminator 3?"
"It's a brand new movie, so it should be here somewhere. Let's split up and look, just read the name on all the videos okay?"
Inu-Yasha nodded his head and started looking for this movie. He slowly moved along the wall, looking at each tape, "The God Father, My Girl, Harry Potter, Anger Management, Eight Crazy Nights, The Matrix Reloaded . . . damn it I can't find it," grumbled the half demon.
"Any luck?" asked Kagome.
"None,"
"Well look at the back while I ask someone,"
Inu-Yasha headed to the back and looked along the small wall but didn't see it either. He was about to head back, but saw a man walk out of a curtain door on his left and noticed him holding a tape. Thinking it might be in there, Inu-Yasha headed inside.
"Excuse me, do you still have any Terminator 3's?" Kagome asked someone at the cashier.
"Yes we do," said the woman, handing Kagome the tape, "Is there anything else you need?
"No, " said Kagome, as she turned around to find Inu-Yasha, but there was no sign of him, "Hey, where did he go?"
"Who are you looking for?" asked the cashier.
"A tall man wearing a black toque and has silver hair," said Kagome, worrying that Inu-Yasha had left the store.
"Oh him, I saw him walk in there,"
Kagome looked where she was pointing and gasped. Placing the tape on the counter she ran into the room which had an 'Adults Only' on the door frame. The cashier laughed as she saw Kagome come out of the room with her eyes closed, with a wide eyed, blushing Inu-Yasha. The poor half demon was too stunned to say anything as they paid for the movie and left the store.
"Hey are you okay?" asked Kagome as they took a seat on the bench.
"I think I will be okay . . . Kagome . . . where the hell was I?" asked Inu-Yasha, a blush still on his cheeks.
Kagome blushed, but since she couldn't whisper in his ear she said very quietly, "Well, you were in the . . . um adult section for videos,"
"Oh, is that why I saw naked . . ."
Kagome slapped her hand over Inu-Yasha's mouth since a few older people stopped to stare at them, "Yes, that's why,"
Inu-Yasha blushed even more, "So, what are we going to get your mom?"
"Well, she wants a bird feeder to hang outside the house, so let's head to the hardware store," said Kagome, grabbing Inu-Yasha's hand.
Still blushing, Inu-Yasha released Kagome's hand and wrapped his arm around her shoulder so that they were closer together. Kagome smiled and leaned her head against his shoulder as they walked side by side.
"So what are you getting me?" asked Kagome.
"I'm not telling," smirked Inu-Yasha.
Kagome lightly nudged him as they walked by a water fountain that was shaped like a golden swan. As they walked to their next destination, Inu- Yasha noticed the store where he was supposed to get Kagome's present, which he made a mental note on where the store was.
"So you want to go to the ball right?" asked Kagome.
"Yes, of course I do, but . . ."
"But what?" asked Kagome.
"I don't know how to dance,"
"Oh that's okay, the ball isn't till two days before Christmas, so my mom and I will teach you,"
Inu-Yasha nodded as they entered a particular store that smelled of pine needles. Asking someone where to find outside supplies, Kagome showed Inu- Yasha what bird feeders were.
"So, which one do you want to get?" asked Kagome, looking at the different sizes and kinds.
"Well how big does she want it?" asked Inu-Yasha, wondering how the hell these things worked.
"She wants a pretty big one," said Kagome.
Inu-Yasha took forever choosing and finally let Kagome decide on which one to get since he couldn't make up his mind.
As they walked out of the store, Inu-Yasha noticed a bench where Kagome could sit while he got her present, "Kagome, can you wait there please?" asked Inu-Yasha, handing her his bags.
"Sure, but why?"
"I'm going to get your present now, I'll be right back,"
"Okay, I'll be waiting right here,"
Inu-Yasha disappeared into the crowd of people, and had a hard time finding the store he was looking for, but found it quickly enough when he remembered it was by the golden swan fountain. With a smile on his face he walked in.
(You didn't actually think I'd tell you where he went, that would be the big give away, sorry you'll have to wait to see what he gets her, mwaha ha ha ha!!!!!!)
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Kagome waited patiently on the bench as she waited for Inu-Yasha to come, but she was worried that he had gotten lost. She sighed when she remembered that he still had his dog nose and could find her following her scent.
"Hey, Kagome!"
"Kagome turned around to see Hojo walking towards her with Yuka, Eri, and Ayumi behind him.
"Oh, hi guys," said Kagome.
"Are you here by yourself?" asked Eri, taking a seat by Kagome.
"No, Inu-Yasha's here too, but he went to get my present and told me to wait here,"
"Aw, that's so sweet," smiled Ayumi.
"So, are you going to the Christmas ball?" asked Yuka.
"Yeah, as soon as Inu-Yasha gets back, we'll be getting my dress and his tuxedo,"
"Well then we'll just sit here with you until he gets back," said Eri.
"What?" asked Hojo.
"Well we have to give Kagome and her boy friend some privacy?"
"Don't you think they have enough privacy at the cabin?" asked Hojo.
"Well not really, I mean my brother can be a pain sometimes," smiled Kagome.
"Well I heard from your brother that you and Inu-Yasha are sleeping in the same room, makes me wonder what you two do at night,"
Eri and the others gasped.
"Hojo that is none of you business," hissed Kagome.
"Oh, so he isn't that aggressive when I'm not around? Kagome, why do you bother with him? He's so weird with that hair of his, and those ears,"
"What are you talking about?" asked Yuka.
"Her boyfriend has dog ears, I saw them while we were skating," said Hojo.
"Hojo, I think you hit your head a little too hard that day when you hit the boards, it must have been your imagination,"
"So why can't I see his ears?"
"His hair covers it of course,"
Hojo sighed, there was no way they were going to believe him with out proof, "Fine, I hit my head too hard that day,"
"I wonder where he is?" asked Kagome, trying to look for him through the crowds.
"Do you want me to look for him?" asked Yuka.
"Please?"
Yuka stood and motioned Ayumi to come help her.
Eri scooted over so Hojo could sit down.
"I saw you two in the video store," said Hojo.
Kagome ignored the boy and kept staring ahead, looking for the silver haired half demon.
"I wonder what your friend was doing in the adult section?" sneered Hojo.
This made Eri gasp and stare at Kagome, "Is that true?"
"He didn't know where he was going and accidently went in there while we were searching for Terminator 3," explained Kagome, as she tried to hold her anger back.
"How could he not know what the adult section is?" asked Hojo.
"Stop it Hojo! This is Inu-Yasha's only second time to the mall, (check out episode 89 for his first trip)"
"How can he not have been to a mall before?"
"Will you just drop it?" asked Kagome, setting the bags on the floor, setting her hands on her lap.
Getting mad that Kagome wouldn't look at him, he grabbed her roughly by the shoulders and pulled her in for an aggressive kiss. Kagome screamed, but it was muffled by Hojo's lips. She tried to hit the boy, but once her arms moved, he wrapped them around her back to hold her more tightly.
Inu-Yasha finally made it through the crowd with Yuka and Ayumi by his side.
"Ah come on, tell us what you got her," begged Eri.
"No, that's a sec . . ." Inu-Yasha stopped in mid step as he saw Hojo kissing his mate. Growling he ran forward and grabbed Kagome out of Hojo's arms, "What the hell do you think you're doing to my mate?"
Hojo was sprawled on the floor and pulled himself up, "Mate eh? (I'm Canadian by the way) Well Kagome, it seems you have done it with him,"
"Shut up! That's none of your business!" growled Inu-Yasha.
"Inu-Yasha calm down," whispered Kagome.
"I will not calm down! He was kissing you!" screamed Inu-Yasha.
"Please Inu-Yasha," begged Kagome, knowing that they didn't have the Tetsusaiga with them if he transformed.
"What's the matter big boy? Afraid to fight me?" bribed Hojo.
"Why you little . . ."
Kagome firmly wrapped her arms around Inu-Yasha's neck, "Please my love, calm down," she sobbed.
Inu-Yasha's rapid breathing started to slow down as he finally wrapped his own arms around Kagome, trying to calm himself down and stop her tears as well. The demon blood running through his veins was boiling with rage, but taking deep breaths of Kagome's sweet scent, he finally managed to calm down.
"Let's go get your tuxedo, okay?" whispered Kagome, kissing Inu-Yasha on the cheek.
"Sure," smiled Inu-Yasha,
Without looking at Hojo Kagome grabbed their bags and was about to head back to Inu-Yasha, but stopped as she swung around, slapping Hojo hard across the face which caused him to stumbled back and Inu-Yasha give a holler of, "Yeah, that's it!"
Hojo stared at Kagome with wide eyes.
"And if it counts for anything, Inu-Yasha is a much better kisser than you," said Kagome, walking towards the half demon as they headed to the next store to get Inu-Yasha's clothes.
"I'm sorry I took so long," whispered Inu-Yasha.
"Don't worry about," sighed Kagome, happy that Hojo was gone now, and she could peacefully shop with the one she loved. She felt so safe in his warm embrace as they headed to the Tuxedo store to get Inu-Yasha's clothes and top hat.
"If Hojo comes around again, can I give him a few good punches to know some sense into him?"
"If he does something bad, go right ahead," smiled Kagome as they entered the next store.
"Ah, what is that smell, it makes my nose itch?"
Kagome delicately smelt the air, "Cologne,"
Getting used to the smell, Kagome put their bags near a bench and started to look around, "Well, let's get your top hat first,"
Inu-Yasha stared at the strangely shaped hats on the wall, "I have to wear that?"
"It will actually look quite good on you," said Kagome, grabbing one off the shelf, "Try this one,"
Making sure no one was around, Inu-Yasha took his toque off and put the black top hat on. It actually felt good on his ears since it didn't squish them against his head, "Not bad,"
"Well, now let's look for your tuxedo," said Kagome as Inu-Yasha took the top hat off and put the toque back on. Kagome rang a small bell and a rather tall man came walking out from the back.
"Yes, how may I help you?"
"We need a tuxedo for him," said Kagome, pointing to Inu-Yasha who was by her side.
"Alright, what size are you sir?" asked the man.
Inu-Yasha looked at Kagome, expecting her to have the answer, "Um, you're going to have to measure him,"
The man nodded and grabbed his measuring tape from a door. He was about to measure Inu-Yasha's waist, but the closeness between them caused him to growl, making the man quickly back away, "What the hell do you think you're doing?"
"Inu-Yasha! He has to measure your body so he knows what size your clothes are,"
"No way in hell is he touching me," growled the half demon.
Kagome sighed, "If you tell me where to measure, will that work?"
The man nodded and handed Kagome the tape. Inu-Yasha didn't mind at all that Kagome was touching him, but kept his eyes on the man who was giving Kagome direction. Kagome didn't mind at all measuring Inu-Yasha, but blushed deeply when she had to measure his legs.
"Alright, I'll go and see if we have anything in your size," said the man as he walked around the store.
Kagome wrapped her arms around Inu-Yasha's waist so she could hug him. Inu-Yasha hugged her back and smelled her hair, causing his eyes to roll back, "Are you sure you're okay?" whispered Kagome.
"I told you I'm fine," Inu-Yasha whispered back.
"Ah, here we go,"
Releasing each other, Kagome grabbed the tuxedo from the man, "Well, shall we try it on?"
Inu-Yasha nodded, and the man led them to the dressing rooms in the back. Giving Inu-Yasha his hat and tuxedo, he disappeared behind a curtain to change. The man left to help another customer, and told Kagome to call him if there were any problems. After fifteen minutes, Kagome started to worry about Inu-Yasha.
"Hey, are you okay?"
"No,"
"What's the matter?"
"I'm having some difficulties,"
"Do you want me to help you?" asked Kagome, her cheeks blushing.
"Please?"
Standing up, Kagome peeked into the curtain to see Inu-Yasha couldn't get his white shirt buttoned up. Giggling , Kagome tucked in his shirt, and buttoned it up. She then did his tie since he had no idea what it was used for,
"There,"
"Thanks,"
Kagome left the curtain just in time as the man came back with a pair of shoes, "They should fit him,"
"Thanks," said Kagome as the man left once again, "Inu-Yasha?"
"Yes?"
"Here are some shoes for you," said Kagome, sticking only her arm into the curtain.
"Thanks,"
Kagome once again took a seat on the bench and waited for him to come out.
"I'm ready,"
"Well let's see," said Kagome.
After a moment, Inu-Yasha walked out and Kagome stared in awe. His tuxedo fit perfectly on his well toned body, and the top hat made him look so cute and handsome, "Perfect,"
"You think so?" asked Inu-Yasha, looking at himself in the mirror.
"Yes, you look so handsome. Well, get back into your other clothes and we'll pay for it,"
Inu-Yasha nodded and headed back behind the curtain. Kagome was about to pay for his clothes, but stopped as she saw Hojo enter the store, and was heading their way. Grabbing Inu-Yasha's bags, she ran into the curtain.
"Kagome?"
"Shhh! Hojo's coming,"
Inu-Yasha nodded and pulled Kagome more into the corner where it was darker. They could see Hojo's shadow as he looked around the room, but soon left. Sighing, Kagome poked her head out, "He's gone,"
"Good, can I get undressed now,"
Kagome nodded and grabbed the bags to give Inu-Yasha some privacy.
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Inu-Yasha and Kagome soon walked out of the store, and headed to the next one to get Kagome's dress. Looking outside, Inu-Yasha noted it was starting to get dark.
"After this are we done?" asked Inu-Yasha.
"Yup and then we head home," smiled Kagome as the entered the next store.
Inu-Yasha thought it smelled a lot like flowers and was relieved it didn't itch his nose.
"So, what are we looking for?"
"A dress for me to wear. Let's head to the ones my size and we'll pick some,"
Inu-Yasha as Kagome showed him the long rack that had her size, "So what color do you want?"
"What do you think?"
Inu-Yasha looked down the long line of dresses, but didn't see anything that would look stunning on his Kagome, but a particular dress on the wall caught his attention, "What about that one?"
Kagome looked up to see a glittering white dress hanging above their heads, "It's gorgeous, can you reach it for me?"
Inu-Yasha pulled it down and Kagome headed into the changing rooms . The half demon waited patiently on a silk covered seat, and tried to ignore all the strange looks he was getting from other customers, but all was forgotten when Kagome came walking out. The dress didn't cover Kagome's shoulders, but it was long sleeved and glittered on her slim body. It slightly flared at the bottom which was touching the floor, and when Kagome did a small twirl he could see her bare back as well.
"What do you think?"
Inu-Yasha's mouth was hanging open, so she took that as a yes. Before she disappeared into the change room, she was surrounded by a pair of strong arms and a wet pair of lips on her neck, "You look absolutely stunning,"
Kagome blushed and leaned into Inu-Yasha's embrace. He ran his hands down the dress which was surprisingly smooth, "Watch where you hands go," Kagome teased.
Inu-Yasha chuckled in her ear and released Kagome so she could go and change. Taking a seat back on the chair, Inu-Yasha waited patiently for Kagome to come back out.
Soon they were walking out of the store with their hands full of bags and headed for the parking lot to head home.
"Well, that was a fun and interesting day," smiled Kagome as they put the bags in the trunk.
"It sure was," said Inu-Yasha.
Climbing into the cold car, Kagome immediately started it up, and soon they were on their way back home to the cabin.
TBC . . .
Man my hands hurt from typing this chapter. Well, I must go back to my studying now, and I hope you enjoyed this chapter. Oh and by the way, I need a romantic Christmas song to play at the Christmas Ball chapter, so if you guys would give me some ideas I would really appreciate it!
Lynns
Winter Wonderland
Chapter Ten
Kagome sighed as she waited patiently, waiting for the light to turn green.
"Why aren't we moving?" asked Inu-Yasha, wondering why they had stopped.
"I have to wait for the light to turn," said Kagome.
"Why?"
"Well on a busy street, the light tells when we can go so we don't get hit by an on coming vehicle,"
Inu-Yasha just nodded his head, not really knowing what she was talking about, "So you're going to stay with me the whole time? That is until I go to get your present?"
"Yes, I'll be with you the whole time," smiled Kagome as the blasted light finally turned green. (A/N. Today when I was driving, I swear all the lights were against me since everyone of them turned red on me today!!!! ARRGGGHHH!)
"After I get my gifts for you guys, we'll head home?"
"Well no, we still have to do a little more shopping,"
"Did you forget to get someone a gift?"
"Oh no, I have everyone's present, but you and I still need to get outfits for the Christmas ball,"
"Ball?" asked Inu-Yasha.
"Why yes, oh! I guess I didn't tell you about that now did I?"
"No,"
Turning left Kagome finally replied, "Well, every year the ski lodge holds their annual Christmas ball, so far every time me an my family come to the mountains we go,"
"Well what exactly do we do at it?"
"There will be dancing, food, karaoke, drinks, all kinds of stuff,"
"Well what about my ears?"
"Don't worry about that, I'll get you a top hat,"
"What's a top hat?"
"You'll see when we head inside," said Kagome as they pulled into the mall parking lot. They were at a very small city that had a small mall that was half an hour from the cabin. Kagome got out of the car, and made sure Inu-Yasha was too when she locked the door.
"Sure is big," mumbled Inu-Yasha.
"Ill have to show you the mall near my home, then you've seen big," smiled Kagome, grabbing Inu-Yasha's hand. The two walked into the mall, and no one seemed to notice Inu-Yasha's silver hair, "So where shall we go first?"
"Let's get your grandpa out of the way,"
"Well what did mom want you to get him?"
"The book of rare sicknesses and illnesses," said Inu-Yasha.
Kagome almost fell over as she heard that, "Why would he want that?"
"I don't know, but your mom said he was running out of idea's for your absences at school,"
Kagome sighed, "Well, let's head to the book store then,"
Inu-Yasha was amazed at all the Christmas decorations hanging around the mall, especially the blinking lights which he stared at for almost fifteen minutes, that is until Kagome dragged him into the book store. Inu-Yasha was once again amazed at all the 'spell' books that had strange writing on them.
"Now it should be in here somewhere," said Kagome, looking in the health section of the store.
"How many spell books do you think are in here?" asked Inu-Yasha.
"Too many to count . . aha! I found it!" said Kagome, pulling a rather large book off the shelf. She handed it to Inu-Yasha, and showed him how much money to pay the clerk.
"Okay, what next?" asked Kagome as they walked out.
"Next is your brother, he wants something called Terminator 3," said Inu- Yasha.
(A/N. It's what my brother wants for Christmas, so I thought I'd add it)
"Then we head to the video store," said Kagome.
They passed by caroler's, and a man who had pulled Inu-Yasha into a chair was trying to sell a head massager. Kagome had quickly dragged Inu-Yasha out of there, but then was stopped by another man who had grabbed Kagome and tried to sell her a new brand of perfume that was on sale. She almost had to sit Inu-Yasha since he was about to lunge at the man.
"Why are people grabbing us?" asked Inu-Yasha, keeping Kagome close by.
"They're just trying to sell stuff,"
"Well if someone grabs you again . . ."
"Inu-Yasha don't worry about it. Oh look there's the video store," said Kagome.
Inu-Yasha was in awe with the music, but had to cover his ears with the most horrifying sound that was playing in the store.
"What the hell is that?" asked Inu-Yasha.
"Rap, it's a type of music," said Kagome.
"Okay, so where do we find this Terminator 3?"
"It's a brand new movie, so it should be here somewhere. Let's split up and look, just read the name on all the videos okay?"
Inu-Yasha nodded his head and started looking for this movie. He slowly moved along the wall, looking at each tape, "The God Father, My Girl, Harry Potter, Anger Management, Eight Crazy Nights, The Matrix Reloaded . . . damn it I can't find it," grumbled the half demon.
"Any luck?" asked Kagome.
"None,"
"Well look at the back while I ask someone,"
Inu-Yasha headed to the back and looked along the small wall but didn't see it either. He was about to head back, but saw a man walk out of a curtain door on his left and noticed him holding a tape. Thinking it might be in there, Inu-Yasha headed inside.
"Excuse me, do you still have any Terminator 3's?" Kagome asked someone at the cashier.
"Yes we do," said the woman, handing Kagome the tape, "Is there anything else you need?
"No, " said Kagome, as she turned around to find Inu-Yasha, but there was no sign of him, "Hey, where did he go?"
"Who are you looking for?" asked the cashier.
"A tall man wearing a black toque and has silver hair," said Kagome, worrying that Inu-Yasha had left the store.
"Oh him, I saw him walk in there,"
Kagome looked where she was pointing and gasped. Placing the tape on the counter she ran into the room which had an 'Adults Only' on the door frame. The cashier laughed as she saw Kagome come out of the room with her eyes closed, with a wide eyed, blushing Inu-Yasha. The poor half demon was too stunned to say anything as they paid for the movie and left the store.
"Hey are you okay?" asked Kagome as they took a seat on the bench.
"I think I will be okay . . . Kagome . . . where the hell was I?" asked Inu-Yasha, a blush still on his cheeks.
Kagome blushed, but since she couldn't whisper in his ear she said very quietly, "Well, you were in the . . . um adult section for videos,"
"Oh, is that why I saw naked . . ."
Kagome slapped her hand over Inu-Yasha's mouth since a few older people stopped to stare at them, "Yes, that's why,"
Inu-Yasha blushed even more, "So, what are we going to get your mom?"
"Well, she wants a bird feeder to hang outside the house, so let's head to the hardware store," said Kagome, grabbing Inu-Yasha's hand.
Still blushing, Inu-Yasha released Kagome's hand and wrapped his arm around her shoulder so that they were closer together. Kagome smiled and leaned her head against his shoulder as they walked side by side.
"So what are you getting me?" asked Kagome.
"I'm not telling," smirked Inu-Yasha.
Kagome lightly nudged him as they walked by a water fountain that was shaped like a golden swan. As they walked to their next destination, Inu- Yasha noticed the store where he was supposed to get Kagome's present, which he made a mental note on where the store was.
"So you want to go to the ball right?" asked Kagome.
"Yes, of course I do, but . . ."
"But what?" asked Kagome.
"I don't know how to dance,"
"Oh that's okay, the ball isn't till two days before Christmas, so my mom and I will teach you,"
Inu-Yasha nodded as they entered a particular store that smelled of pine needles. Asking someone where to find outside supplies, Kagome showed Inu- Yasha what bird feeders were.
"So, which one do you want to get?" asked Kagome, looking at the different sizes and kinds.
"Well how big does she want it?" asked Inu-Yasha, wondering how the hell these things worked.
"She wants a pretty big one," said Kagome.
Inu-Yasha took forever choosing and finally let Kagome decide on which one to get since he couldn't make up his mind.
As they walked out of the store, Inu-Yasha noticed a bench where Kagome could sit while he got her present, "Kagome, can you wait there please?" asked Inu-Yasha, handing her his bags.
"Sure, but why?"
"I'm going to get your present now, I'll be right back,"
"Okay, I'll be waiting right here,"
Inu-Yasha disappeared into the crowd of people, and had a hard time finding the store he was looking for, but found it quickly enough when he remembered it was by the golden swan fountain. With a smile on his face he walked in.
(You didn't actually think I'd tell you where he went, that would be the big give away, sorry you'll have to wait to see what he gets her, mwaha ha ha ha!!!!!!)
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Kagome waited patiently on the bench as she waited for Inu-Yasha to come, but she was worried that he had gotten lost. She sighed when she remembered that he still had his dog nose and could find her following her scent.
"Hey, Kagome!"
"Kagome turned around to see Hojo walking towards her with Yuka, Eri, and Ayumi behind him.
"Oh, hi guys," said Kagome.
"Are you here by yourself?" asked Eri, taking a seat by Kagome.
"No, Inu-Yasha's here too, but he went to get my present and told me to wait here,"
"Aw, that's so sweet," smiled Ayumi.
"So, are you going to the Christmas ball?" asked Yuka.
"Yeah, as soon as Inu-Yasha gets back, we'll be getting my dress and his tuxedo,"
"Well then we'll just sit here with you until he gets back," said Eri.
"What?" asked Hojo.
"Well we have to give Kagome and her boy friend some privacy?"
"Don't you think they have enough privacy at the cabin?" asked Hojo.
"Well not really, I mean my brother can be a pain sometimes," smiled Kagome.
"Well I heard from your brother that you and Inu-Yasha are sleeping in the same room, makes me wonder what you two do at night,"
Eri and the others gasped.
"Hojo that is none of you business," hissed Kagome.
"Oh, so he isn't that aggressive when I'm not around? Kagome, why do you bother with him? He's so weird with that hair of his, and those ears,"
"What are you talking about?" asked Yuka.
"Her boyfriend has dog ears, I saw them while we were skating," said Hojo.
"Hojo, I think you hit your head a little too hard that day when you hit the boards, it must have been your imagination,"
"So why can't I see his ears?"
"His hair covers it of course,"
Hojo sighed, there was no way they were going to believe him with out proof, "Fine, I hit my head too hard that day,"
"I wonder where he is?" asked Kagome, trying to look for him through the crowds.
"Do you want me to look for him?" asked Yuka.
"Please?"
Yuka stood and motioned Ayumi to come help her.
Eri scooted over so Hojo could sit down.
"I saw you two in the video store," said Hojo.
Kagome ignored the boy and kept staring ahead, looking for the silver haired half demon.
"I wonder what your friend was doing in the adult section?" sneered Hojo.
This made Eri gasp and stare at Kagome, "Is that true?"
"He didn't know where he was going and accidently went in there while we were searching for Terminator 3," explained Kagome, as she tried to hold her anger back.
"How could he not know what the adult section is?" asked Hojo.
"Stop it Hojo! This is Inu-Yasha's only second time to the mall, (check out episode 89 for his first trip)"
"How can he not have been to a mall before?"
"Will you just drop it?" asked Kagome, setting the bags on the floor, setting her hands on her lap.
Getting mad that Kagome wouldn't look at him, he grabbed her roughly by the shoulders and pulled her in for an aggressive kiss. Kagome screamed, but it was muffled by Hojo's lips. She tried to hit the boy, but once her arms moved, he wrapped them around her back to hold her more tightly.
Inu-Yasha finally made it through the crowd with Yuka and Ayumi by his side.
"Ah come on, tell us what you got her," begged Eri.
"No, that's a sec . . ." Inu-Yasha stopped in mid step as he saw Hojo kissing his mate. Growling he ran forward and grabbed Kagome out of Hojo's arms, "What the hell do you think you're doing to my mate?"
Hojo was sprawled on the floor and pulled himself up, "Mate eh? (I'm Canadian by the way) Well Kagome, it seems you have done it with him,"
"Shut up! That's none of your business!" growled Inu-Yasha.
"Inu-Yasha calm down," whispered Kagome.
"I will not calm down! He was kissing you!" screamed Inu-Yasha.
"Please Inu-Yasha," begged Kagome, knowing that they didn't have the Tetsusaiga with them if he transformed.
"What's the matter big boy? Afraid to fight me?" bribed Hojo.
"Why you little . . ."
Kagome firmly wrapped her arms around Inu-Yasha's neck, "Please my love, calm down," she sobbed.
Inu-Yasha's rapid breathing started to slow down as he finally wrapped his own arms around Kagome, trying to calm himself down and stop her tears as well. The demon blood running through his veins was boiling with rage, but taking deep breaths of Kagome's sweet scent, he finally managed to calm down.
"Let's go get your tuxedo, okay?" whispered Kagome, kissing Inu-Yasha on the cheek.
"Sure," smiled Inu-Yasha,
Without looking at Hojo Kagome grabbed their bags and was about to head back to Inu-Yasha, but stopped as she swung around, slapping Hojo hard across the face which caused him to stumbled back and Inu-Yasha give a holler of, "Yeah, that's it!"
Hojo stared at Kagome with wide eyes.
"And if it counts for anything, Inu-Yasha is a much better kisser than you," said Kagome, walking towards the half demon as they headed to the next store to get Inu-Yasha's clothes.
"I'm sorry I took so long," whispered Inu-Yasha.
"Don't worry about," sighed Kagome, happy that Hojo was gone now, and she could peacefully shop with the one she loved. She felt so safe in his warm embrace as they headed to the Tuxedo store to get Inu-Yasha's clothes and top hat.
"If Hojo comes around again, can I give him a few good punches to know some sense into him?"
"If he does something bad, go right ahead," smiled Kagome as they entered the next store.
"Ah, what is that smell, it makes my nose itch?"
Kagome delicately smelt the air, "Cologne,"
Getting used to the smell, Kagome put their bags near a bench and started to look around, "Well, let's get your top hat first,"
Inu-Yasha stared at the strangely shaped hats on the wall, "I have to wear that?"
"It will actually look quite good on you," said Kagome, grabbing one off the shelf, "Try this one,"
Making sure no one was around, Inu-Yasha took his toque off and put the black top hat on. It actually felt good on his ears since it didn't squish them against his head, "Not bad,"
"Well, now let's look for your tuxedo," said Kagome as Inu-Yasha took the top hat off and put the toque back on. Kagome rang a small bell and a rather tall man came walking out from the back.
"Yes, how may I help you?"
"We need a tuxedo for him," said Kagome, pointing to Inu-Yasha who was by her side.
"Alright, what size are you sir?" asked the man.
Inu-Yasha looked at Kagome, expecting her to have the answer, "Um, you're going to have to measure him,"
The man nodded and grabbed his measuring tape from a door. He was about to measure Inu-Yasha's waist, but the closeness between them caused him to growl, making the man quickly back away, "What the hell do you think you're doing?"
"Inu-Yasha! He has to measure your body so he knows what size your clothes are,"
"No way in hell is he touching me," growled the half demon.
Kagome sighed, "If you tell me where to measure, will that work?"
The man nodded and handed Kagome the tape. Inu-Yasha didn't mind at all that Kagome was touching him, but kept his eyes on the man who was giving Kagome direction. Kagome didn't mind at all measuring Inu-Yasha, but blushed deeply when she had to measure his legs.
"Alright, I'll go and see if we have anything in your size," said the man as he walked around the store.
Kagome wrapped her arms around Inu-Yasha's waist so she could hug him. Inu-Yasha hugged her back and smelled her hair, causing his eyes to roll back, "Are you sure you're okay?" whispered Kagome.
"I told you I'm fine," Inu-Yasha whispered back.
"Ah, here we go,"
Releasing each other, Kagome grabbed the tuxedo from the man, "Well, shall we try it on?"
Inu-Yasha nodded, and the man led them to the dressing rooms in the back. Giving Inu-Yasha his hat and tuxedo, he disappeared behind a curtain to change. The man left to help another customer, and told Kagome to call him if there were any problems. After fifteen minutes, Kagome started to worry about Inu-Yasha.
"Hey, are you okay?"
"No,"
"What's the matter?"
"I'm having some difficulties,"
"Do you want me to help you?" asked Kagome, her cheeks blushing.
"Please?"
Standing up, Kagome peeked into the curtain to see Inu-Yasha couldn't get his white shirt buttoned up. Giggling , Kagome tucked in his shirt, and buttoned it up. She then did his tie since he had no idea what it was used for,
"There,"
"Thanks,"
Kagome left the curtain just in time as the man came back with a pair of shoes, "They should fit him,"
"Thanks," said Kagome as the man left once again, "Inu-Yasha?"
"Yes?"
"Here are some shoes for you," said Kagome, sticking only her arm into the curtain.
"Thanks,"
Kagome once again took a seat on the bench and waited for him to come out.
"I'm ready,"
"Well let's see," said Kagome.
After a moment, Inu-Yasha walked out and Kagome stared in awe. His tuxedo fit perfectly on his well toned body, and the top hat made him look so cute and handsome, "Perfect,"
"You think so?" asked Inu-Yasha, looking at himself in the mirror.
"Yes, you look so handsome. Well, get back into your other clothes and we'll pay for it,"
Inu-Yasha nodded and headed back behind the curtain. Kagome was about to pay for his clothes, but stopped as she saw Hojo enter the store, and was heading their way. Grabbing Inu-Yasha's bags, she ran into the curtain.
"Kagome?"
"Shhh! Hojo's coming,"
Inu-Yasha nodded and pulled Kagome more into the corner where it was darker. They could see Hojo's shadow as he looked around the room, but soon left. Sighing, Kagome poked her head out, "He's gone,"
"Good, can I get undressed now,"
Kagome nodded and grabbed the bags to give Inu-Yasha some privacy.
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Inu-Yasha and Kagome soon walked out of the store, and headed to the next one to get Kagome's dress. Looking outside, Inu-Yasha noted it was starting to get dark.
"After this are we done?" asked Inu-Yasha.
"Yup and then we head home," smiled Kagome as the entered the next store.
Inu-Yasha thought it smelled a lot like flowers and was relieved it didn't itch his nose.
"So, what are we looking for?"
"A dress for me to wear. Let's head to the ones my size and we'll pick some,"
Inu-Yasha as Kagome showed him the long rack that had her size, "So what color do you want?"
"What do you think?"
Inu-Yasha looked down the long line of dresses, but didn't see anything that would look stunning on his Kagome, but a particular dress on the wall caught his attention, "What about that one?"
Kagome looked up to see a glittering white dress hanging above their heads, "It's gorgeous, can you reach it for me?"
Inu-Yasha pulled it down and Kagome headed into the changing rooms . The half demon waited patiently on a silk covered seat, and tried to ignore all the strange looks he was getting from other customers, but all was forgotten when Kagome came walking out. The dress didn't cover Kagome's shoulders, but it was long sleeved and glittered on her slim body. It slightly flared at the bottom which was touching the floor, and when Kagome did a small twirl he could see her bare back as well.
"What do you think?"
Inu-Yasha's mouth was hanging open, so she took that as a yes. Before she disappeared into the change room, she was surrounded by a pair of strong arms and a wet pair of lips on her neck, "You look absolutely stunning,"
Kagome blushed and leaned into Inu-Yasha's embrace. He ran his hands down the dress which was surprisingly smooth, "Watch where you hands go," Kagome teased.
Inu-Yasha chuckled in her ear and released Kagome so she could go and change. Taking a seat back on the chair, Inu-Yasha waited patiently for Kagome to come back out.
Soon they were walking out of the store with their hands full of bags and headed for the parking lot to head home.
"Well, that was a fun and interesting day," smiled Kagome as they put the bags in the trunk.
"It sure was," said Inu-Yasha.
Climbing into the cold car, Kagome immediately started it up, and soon they were on their way back home to the cabin.
TBC . . .
Man my hands hurt from typing this chapter. Well, I must go back to my studying now, and I hope you enjoyed this chapter. Oh and by the way, I need a romantic Christmas song to play at the Christmas Ball chapter, so if you guys would give me some ideas I would really appreciate it!
Lynns