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Chapter Twenty-Four
Kagome suddenly awoke from her peaceful slumber. Her brown eyes gazed into the ceiling above her, thinking over the current situation.
"It's hard to believe that all this happened in less than a month."
She managed to fall for the same person she fell for ten years ago. She sat up and stretched up her arms. The miko couldn't help but feel happy; she now has everything she hoped for, for the last ten years. Kagome made her bed and sauntered over her closet, which was not very big, but perfect size to fit all of her clothes. Picking out a light blue turtle neck and a pair of blue jeans, she fell into her usual morning routine. She couldn't wait to see Shi- er Inuyasha today. It was hard to believe that after all this time, he was back.
Sango's eyes flitted open, to find herself on the couch, her head resting on something warm. Gently, she lifted her head to find that she had been sleeping on Miroku's chest, while he was sleeping upright, leaning back on the overstuffed couch cushion. Rubbing her eyes, she tried to remember last night's events. She started to remember. After the dinner, the two headed back to Miroku's apartment to watch a movie. The movie was an American movie, The Day After Tomorrow. It was good, a lot of suspense, but lasted for about two hours. But now, Sango realized that she didn't get to see the end, since she had fallen asleep. The taijiya shrugged, feeling a little tired. Her eyes looked for a clock and realized that it was only five in the morning. She lay her head down once again to his chest and closed her eyes, falling into a deep slumber.
Kagome slipped on her winter coat as she peered outside the window. The whole city was covered in a white blanket of snow. It looked peaceful, with a few flurries drifting down from the heavens.
Earlier, Kagome looked into Sango's room to find it empty. The miko wondered where her friend was. But then there was hardly anything to worry about, Sango could definitely take care of herself. Kagome slid her feet into her shoes and locked the door. She stuffed her hands into her pockets as the cold air blew. Clouds were formed as she breathed out. Her hands fumbled with the keys, as she hurried into her car, out of the cold. In the glove compartment, she found her gloves and started the engine then the heater. A few minutes passed as the car warmed up, then the twenty-seven year old pulled out of her parking spot and headed towards the hospital.
Kouga readied himself for his job. Even though it was Sunday, he still had work. The radio station Deejays hardly had vacations, but he loved his job. He wound a scarf and grabbed his keys. The blue-eyed man had to admit, it was one of those days where he was looking forward to work. And it was because of an emerald-eyed someone…
Kagome arrived at Inuyasha's room to find it wide open. Her hand reached across to the doorway and knocked.
"Inuyasha?"
"I'm in here, come in." His voice projected.
Kagome's shoes made soft noises as she walked inside. He was dressed in jeans and a blue sweater. The human disguise of "Shizuki" was off, leaving his hanyou form open for Kagome to see. Currently, his golden gaze was glued to the outside world. Kagome walked up to his side and reached for his hand. Her small one fitted perfectly inside his bigger hand, like she remembered. His slightly rough hand squeezed hers and remained link.
"I can leave now; the doctors say I'm fine." He said softly, as the two looked out the window. Kagome turned her chocolate brown eyes up to his face and smiled.
"That's great news! Do you want to go now?" Kagome cheerfully said as she hugged him. His strong arms wrapped around her and nodded. They reluctantly let go, while Inuyasha put on his coat.
"Where did you get the clothes?" Kagome curiously asked.
"Sess dropped them off this morning. And he's hiding something." Inuyasha smiled slyly.
Kagome snapped her gaze to Inuyasha.
"What do you mean?" her brown depths questioned. Her curiosity was aroused.
His fangs showed as he smirked.
"Looks like my brother and your co-worker is doing something behind our backs."
"How do you know?" Kagome said, as she and Inuyasha left the room to check out of the hospital.
"Oh, his scent was reeking of her." Inuyasha said as the nurse allowed his departure.
Kagome let out a giggle, "I knew there was something going on with those two." Inuyasha nodded. Kagome's car was in sight but Inuyasha stopped her.
"I'll drive ok? I want to take you somewhere." Kagome's look was pure confusion but then she shrugged, what harm could it do? Her gloved hands reached into her pocket and retrieved the car keys. She tossed them to Inuyasha and got into the car.
"Okay, I want you to close your eyes ok? No peeking!" Inuyasha said, smiling.
"Where are we going?" Kagome asked, as she shut her eyelids.
"You'll see." Was his only reply. Normally, Kagome would have peeked, since she was dying to know where Inuyasha was taking her, but then, it would have spoiled the surprise. So, her eyes remained closed for the half hour ride.
"We're here. But keep your eyes shut!" Inuyasha said. She heard him get out of the car and walk to her side. The door opened and Inuyasha's hand found hers.
"Careful now, I'll lead you, trust me, you'll love it." His voice said, gently, while she blindly stepped where he guided her.
They walked for a while and Kagome was bursting with curiosity.
"Can I open my eyes now?" She said, hopefully.
Inuyasha chuckled, "Nope, not yet. But we're almost there though!"
Kagome patiently walked, waiting to hear the signal.
"Okay, open." Inuyasha said, his hand grasping hers.
Kagome gasped, "Oh my gosh! I can't believe it!"
Miroku looked around with his eyes, forgetting where he was. However, last night's events rushed back to him. He looked down where there was a weight on his chest and smiled to see Sango. Her long black hair scattered around her face and her face held a peaceful expression. The doctor looked at the clock and saw that it was 8:30 in the morning.
"Sango, Sango, time to wake up." He gently said in his deep voice, shaking her. She groaned, opening her eyes. Her head then shot up.
"You better not have tried anything while I was asleep." Sango said menacingly. Miroku's hands shot up as well.
"Sango, I didn't try anything, I just woke up." He said, with a smile on his face. "Besides, I stopped being a pervert all the way back in high school." Sango laughed.
'That's the funniest thing I've every heard, that's like saying pigs are flying. And if you stopped being a pervert in high school, why are you always hitting on your secretary?"
Miroku sighed, "Guilty as charged." Sango nodded,
"I thought so."
"But no one comes close to you Sango." Miroku said, looking into her eyes. Sango felt a blush rising into her cheeks. She looked down.
"Why would you say that Houshi?" She said, using his last name. Kind of weird, since he was far from being a monk.
"Because it's true." Miroku said, his hand cupping her cheek. His face lowered and Sango closed her eyes. Her lips contacted with Miroku's and held. Sango broke it eventually, looking up at him. She smiled.
Their relationship had finally started.
Kagome pushed herself into Inuyasha's arms. He had taken her to the very lake where they had their first kiss, Cerulean Lake.
"Come on, let's go! Or we're going to miss the ferry to our island!" Inuyasha said, pulling her to go.
Kikyo stepped into the automatic doors, carrying a bouquet of flowers for Shizuki. She walked up to the desk, with her heels clicking on the floor.
"Excuse me; can I have the room number of Shizuki Suzuki please?" Kikyo asked the receptionist politely. The receptionist looked on the computer and bit her lip.
"I'm sorry miss, he was discharged this morning."
"It's alright, thank you anyways." Kikyo faked a smile and walked away.
"Where are you Shizuki?" She thought, as she started her car. Kikyo then decided that she would find him.
Kagome and Inuyasha sat on the bench, gasping in breaths. They had just finished up a snowball fight and Inuyasha surrendered. It was hard to imagine Kagome winning, but let's not forget that she is a miko. Kagome leaned her head against his shoulder, as his arm slid around her shoulders, pulling her tightly against him.
"I'm glad you're back." Kagome whispered. His gold eyes lowered towards hers.
"I am too." His head lowered towards hers. Kagome closed her eyes, waiting for his lips to touch hers. She could feel his warm breath against her cold skin….
"Inuyasha?" a voice cried out. The pair opened their eyes, reluctantly separating, and turned around to find….
Kikyo.
OH!!!! That was sooooooo close! Hehehe, I'm so evil aren't I?
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