AN: Well, I was finally able to write down everyone's names on a piece of paper and what I was gonna say, then used the other Internet-less computer to type this chapter ^-^ A lot of work, but I love all my reviewers! ^-^
MJ: Yea, I know it's a little strange ^-^;;
Minimoni77: Glad you found the beginning cute! Me too! I had fun writing it!
123456: Thanks! ^-^
Ponchita: Pretty, hmm? Not a word I would use, but thanks! ^-~
Kay: Arigatou! Glad it's original!
Inuyashachic515: Thanks!
Chibi Minko: Updating! XD
02: LMAO! They never finished the show!? I think I'm gonna D I E!!!! How could they possibly attempt to finish it here? (I've been importing Inuyasha, not paying $30 for 3 eppys -_-) ::shudders:: Poor Kouga! He sounds TERRIBLE in dubbed!
DC: Kouga is devoted, thus the title! XD Don't worry, a Kagome and Inuyasha confrontation will happen! I 3 Miroku's lesson. Miroku-sensei taught me a lot ^-^
Lady Yami: Arigatou! Yay for Kouga x Kagome and Sango x Miroku!
Yura: Arigatou! Please recommend this story to anyone you can! ^-^ Kouga is definitely one of my favorite characters ^-^ Out of all the anime I've seen
Darcy: Aww, our prom is gonna suck too ^-^;; Glad the plot twist and humor are okay!
K-chan: Sure thing!
Loki: Kagome is a very strong character, which is why I like to write stories about her. Hehehe! Kouga blushing! CUTE!!!! Inuyasha will show up again, and I have one huge event that will change everyone. I do mean everyone ::grins evilly::
Rydel Sixclaws: Cuddling fluff! Waii waii! I'm becoming hooked on Kouga x Kagome fics too! (when I can find them, that is ^-^;;) This world needs more Kouga stories!
Brittany: Arigatou! ^-^ Inuyasha will come back, and hopefully become a little more lovable. And I just love everything about Kouga ^-^
Soli: I agree! Any other pairing other than Sango x Miroku is weird, like Sango x Inuyasha for example o.o A little freaky. Don't worry, lots of fluffy goodness coming up soon for both couples ^-^
Nanaka: Thanks, I'll keep the story going ^-^ And there is definitely a lack of Kagome x Kouga stories. Heck, there's a serious lack of Kouga stories!
Sesshoumaru77: Will do! ^-^
Matakishi Hirata-san: "Houshi desu!" I love walking around repeating that randomly! ::imagines Miroku making -.- faces:: LMAO! He's so damn CUTE I'd love him no matter what face he makes! Let's make a list of some Miroku faces!
@_@ : Got hit/slapped/hiraikotsu-ed by Sango
-.- : "Houshi desu!" or "Will you please….bear my child?"
o.o: You want me to do what!?"
o.0: "Sango, I can really grope you?" (XD like that will ever happen! But we S/M fans can wish!)
:^* : ::smack!:: Of course his nose isn't that big ^-^;;
Whee! Neoshipper had fun making faces for Miroku! ^-^ Too much fun XD Arigatou for all the reviews! They make me feel loved! ^-^
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The man watched with great interest as Sango and Kagome walked out of the bushes laughing. The wet hair that clung to their faces suggested they had taken a bath. But he knew. He had watched them.
Naraku wrapped his baboon skin tightly around him, peering at them from a safe distance away through eye sockets in the skin. He snarled when Miroku and Kouga entered, blocking his view of the two women. It was no matter. He knew. She was back. Smirking, Naraku faded into the background, an evil scheme forming in his mind.
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"What's so funny?"
Miroku asked suspiciously when the two girls came back, giggling. Kagome just shook her head and waved him off before nudging Sango in the side. The taijiya coughed and fought down a blush before nodding discretely.
"Oi, Kagome! You're back?" Kouga came out of Kaede's hut as soon as he heard they had arrived. Kagome nodded, then felt herself blush as Sango coughed noisily from the side. Kouga blinked and cocked his head to the side, perplexed.
"What's up with these two?" Kouga turned to the houshi as he pointed at Kagome and Sango. Miroku frowned and shrugged.
"I'm not sure. But I do know we should leave camp. If you haven't forgotten, Kagome-sama, Naraku is still alive."
"Naraku…" The laughter drained from Kagome's face, leaving a grim mask instead. Her hands clenched at her sides, body tense.
"Kagome." Kouga placed a hand on her shoulder and she jumped, craning her head back to see into his eyes.
"H-hai?"
"We'll kill Naraku."
He matched her grim determination with a slight smile before ruffling her hair and walking back towards Miroku to discuss plans. Kagome squeaked when Sango slid in front of her, a coy look in her eyes.
"You're blushing." She teased, wagging a finger. Kagome gasped and buried her face in her hands. She wasn't. She couldn't. She looked up and Sango was still there, grinning impishly. Kagome sighed.
"I told you! Ne, Kouga-kun! Kagome-chan has something to tell you!" Sango waved for the wolf youkai to come over. Kagome shrieked and made a frantic grab for Sango's hand.
"What are you doing, Sango!?"
Sango winked before waving and walking away. Kagome was about to march after her until Kouga stopped beside her. She froze, gulped, then looked up.
"What is it, Kagome?"
"Erm….I haven't seen your tribe in a while, do you think we could stop by?" She giggled nervously when he raised and eyebrow.
"Onegai?" She pouted, praying she could get herself out of this mess Sango had gotten her into. A light pink blush tinted his cheeks before he turned away and nodded.
"Y-yea, sure." He mumbled before quickly walking away. Kagome breathed a sigh of relief before spinning around to face Sango, who was laughing a safe distance away.
"Sa-n-go-chan." She hissed, stomping up to the girl. Sango snickered when Kagome stopped in front of her, hands folded across her chest.
"What was that?"
"What was what?" Sango smiled, eyes twinkling with laughter. Kagome rolled her eyes and turned around.
"Don't think I won't get you back, Sango-chan!" She chirped happily before running to help everyone pack. Sango blanched, color draining from her cheeks.
"W-what are you planning on doing? Kagome-chan?" Sango hurried after her friend worriedly, knowing whatever she had in mind involved a certain houshi.
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Inuyasha sighed and slumped back against a tree trunk. He had tried all morning to get the nerve to talk to Kagome. All damn morning, and he still couldn't get his legs to move. He looked down at his hands. They were clean now, but he could still smell the blood, warm and fresh. He shuddered and shut his eyes.
"Kagome…."
It had been awkward without her near. He remembered very well that it was his choice. And he screwed it up. Hell, he'd only seen Kikyo once or twice since Kagome left, and neither encounters were on friendly terms. Inuyasha sighed. It was now or never. He hesitated briefly before heading towards Kagome's scent.
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"Is that everything?" Sango asked as she straddled Kirara, a small bag in her lap. She felt something hit against her back before two hands encircled around her waist, a staff lying across her stomach like a belt.
She turned around to glance at the houshi behind her, only to hit her nose against his.
"Itai!" She spun back around, rubbing her already reddened nose. Miroku did the same before he pointed to Sango's flushing cheeks.
"Sango, daijoubu? You're whole face is red. Did I really hit you that hard?"
Sango felt her blush flame from a light red to a deep maroon as she kept her mouth shut. A light snickering from her side made her glare angrily at Kagome.
"Daijoubu. Are we ready?" She glanced around, making sure they had everybody and everything. Shippou sat on Kirara's head, his tiny hands gripping tufts of her hair. Kagome was on Kouga's back, and she smirked as she noticed the way she avoided looking at him. Sango two points, Kagome zero.
"Let's go before-"
"Kagome."
Sango held her breath as Inuyasha jumped down from a tree into the clearing. Kouga felt Kagome stiffen on his back and he snarled angrily. Kagome leaned over and whispered something in his ear before he calmed a bit. Inuyasha's face was strangely blank and calm as he stared directly at Kagome.
Kagome forced herself to breathe. She could get through with this. Kouga gently placed her down, one hand reassuringly wrapped around her waist. She smiled thankfully at him before turning to face Inuyasha.
"Inuyasha."
"Kagome….Gomen. I-" He growled, frustrated that he couldn't speak the way he wanted to. Kagome nodded, silently urging him on. He ran a hand through his hair before looking up at her.
"I want to help you find the shikon shards."
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AN: Ahh! Sorry about the evil cliff hanger, but I need it to pick up in the next chapter! What was Kagome's plan? Hmm….It involves Sango, Miroku, and a campfire. ^-^ Not that that says much, but. ::grins evilly:: I'm going to have so much fun in the next chapter! ::squeals::
I hope this chapter didn't bore you too much. ^-^;; The next chapter will be better! With Inuyasha wanting to join back up with Kagome, meeting with the wolf youkai, and a special Sango x Miroku treat ^-^ Gomen, I'm a little giddy today!
Review please!
~Neoshipper~