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"Thank you, come again."
Kagome managed to crack a smile at the cashier before grabbing her shopping bags. She bowed slightly, and turned to the exit.
After her and Inuyasha had left, she had muttered something about new bed sheets, and the hanyou wordlessly drove her to the mall. As she had expected, the car ride had been silent, only feeding on her fears. He really despises me now . . .
When they had entered the mall, the heiress was slightly relieved to have some space between them. She walked hurridly to the bedding department, where momentarily she had lost her body guard. She searched for suitable bedsheets for the new occupant for her home, her miko senses alerting her that he was nearby.
Just because we're not on speaking terms doesn't mean he can't sleep decently, she had mused, picking out red sheets with lighting bolt pillow covers. Just as she had made her way to the front counter, she spotted Inuyasha through the corner of her eye, leaning against the wall with a cool expression on his face. She felt his eyes follow her as she paid for her purchases, attempting to hide the sheets from him.
Kagome sighed, and walked towards the exit. Glancing at the wall where he previously was stationed, she noticed he was no longer there. Confused momentarily, she walked outside, looking around to see if he was in any other stores.
"Done?" a gruff voice behind her asked. The heiress nearly jumped out of skin, whirrling around to come face to face with his tight black shirt-clad chest.
She lifted her head slightly, her coffee-brown eyes clashing with his golden pools. Turning away, she nodded, and headed towards the parking lot.
Inuyasha raised an eyebrow at her, before following. What's she up to? he wondered, walking a few feet behind her. He remembered the shock and surprise that he had seen in her eyes moments before, causing his own heart to skip a beat, which was then replaced by saddness and remorse, before completely severing the brief contact.
She looked alive for about .5 seconds . . . he thought, sticking his left hand into his pocket to search for the keys. If only she could look like that all the time . . . instead of the lifeless doll she is . . .
Kagome stretched her legs, stepping out of the car. She shielded her eyes from the blaring sun as she gazed up the long staircase that led up to the Shrine. I'm home . . .
She pulled her bags out of the back seat of the jaguar while Inuyasha went around back to pull his own luaguage out of the trunk. He glanced at the miko, who seemed lost in her own thoughts, and sighed at the thought of climbing the long staircase.
They trudged up slowly, the hanyou balancing the heavy bags on his arms. Why the hell did I pack so much? Though not out of breath, he was clearly peeved, and stole another glance his female companion. Kagome was climbing the steps, her own duffel bag slung over her small shoulder, her face peaceful. She's glad to be home . . .
Reaching the top of the stairs, they made their way across the courtyard, towards the small house at the end. Kagome set down one of her bags to search for her keys in her purse, and opened the front door.
Entering the house, Inuyasha recalled the familar surroundings around him. It seems like forever since I was first here . . .
As he gazed at the large living room, he noticed that Kagome was no longer with him. Dropping his bags at the bottom of the stairs, he followed her scent into the kitchen, where she was checking on the food in the fridge.
Nothing seems to be spoiled, the heiress thought, but I need to go grocery shopping later . . . Her eyes flickered toward the doorway as a flash of white entered her vision. I could just walk to the store . . . no need to recruit him for a ride.
She turned just as Inuyasha looked out the window, giving her a chance to escape into the living room without his gaze upon her. Won't stay like that for long . . .
Sure enough, a few moments later she felt his presence behind her again. "C'mon, I'll show you where you'll be sleeping," she said quietly, grabbing her bags and purchases. Unfortunately, fate wasn't kind to her, because the sudden addition of weight didn't support her body, and she went tottering backwards, right into Inuyasha.
Kagome closed her eyes as she felt his strong arms reach around her, catching her from falling. Her back was now closely pressed against his chest, his heartbeat noticable.
Flustered, she quickly got up again, muttered a quick 'gomen', and rushed up the stairs, bags in tow.
Inuyasha stared at the retreating woman. I . . .nevermind . . . he gathered his own bags, and followed her up.
As he reached the landing, he noticed a semi-long hallway with about 6 doors. The one of the immediate left was open, the hanyou remembering that it was Kagome's room. Not wanting to intrude on her privacy, he waited outside, leaning against the wall and closing his eyes.
Exiting her room, the heiress noticed the still figure opposite her door, looking cool and sophistcated. She stood still for a moment, taking in his sight as she gazed at him, until his eyes shot open. "What?"
"Nothing," she returned, motioning him to follow her. Unfortunately for her, the only guest room in the house was right next to her bedroom.
"You can stay here," she mumbled, opening the door to reveal an identical room to hers, the walls bare and bed naked. Kagome entered the room after Inuyasha, pulling out the sheets and pillow covers that she had bought earlier. "I knew you liked red," she said quietly, laying them on the bed.
Surprised at her generous attitude, he nodded, sitting on the bed and faced her. "Kagome . . .we need to . . ."
The heiress' head shot up, her eyes wide. He's going to ask me about the night of the party . . . no . . .
"get some groceries." he finished, a little confused at her shocked expression. Huh?
"Oh, yeah, we'll go later," she answered, turning to leave the room. "If you need anything, I'll be right next door."
The hanyou nodded, watching her leave and close the door behind her. Sighing, he glanced around the room, his eyes falling on the sheets next to him. She actually bought these for me . . .
He threw his legs on the bed, laying down on the soft mattress. We haven't talked in awhile . . .
Inuyasha snorted, closing his eyes. What am I saying? Why am I beating myself over a woman? I've gotten weaker over the past few weeks . . .
Or maybe you have a soft spot for Kagome . . .
His eyes flew open, his consicious bothering him again. A soft spot? For her?!?!
You DID enjoy the little intimate thing on the balcony . . . and what was with the whole, 'I won't let you go through this alone . . .'
Inuyasha bit his lip. I was caught up in the moment . . . I couldn't be held responsible for my actions . . .
Uh huh . . .
He rolled his eyes, sitting up once more. "I can't be falling for her," he gritted, "I can't . . . I won't . . ."
Keep telling yourself that . . .
"Shut up!" he growled, clenching his fists. "She can't love, not now . . . not anymore . . ."
Are you sure?
"Yes!! How can she? Her life's been scared for life because of some bastard!"
And you think she can't love anymore?
"Yes . . . no . . . wait . . . why would I care? It's not like I love her or anything . . ."
Stop denying your feelings . . .
"What feelings?" he grunted, covering his ears. "I don't love her, she doesn't love me; we don't even talk! End of story!"
How do you know she doesn't love you? She did KISS you, didn't she?
"But she pulled away, remember that genius?"
True . . . but she was yours even it was only for a few moments . . .
Inuyasha's eyes widened, his heart stopping. Could it be possible that she . . .loves me?
"But she can't! She can hardly move without thinking about that fool! She doesn't even trust a living soul!"
She trusts you, you know . . .
The hanyou opened his mouth, closing it again when he realized he had no comeback. "Well, I don't love her!" he hissed, waiting for his conscience's response.
But you do, Inuyasha . . . you do . . .
AU: so . . . what'd you guys think? Inuyasha crazy yet, or what? lol, DUN DUN DUN! does he love her? your conscience never lies, you know . . . alright, so what do you guys think is gonna happen next? haha, I gotta keep you guessing, you know! So Inuyasha's busy getting comfortable in Kagome's house . . . what'll happen when she starts researching? just gotta wait and find out . . .
by the way, I'm going to be gone thursday, friday, saturday, and I'm coming back sunday . . . why, you ask? I'm going to leadership camp! yeaah, I got to go cause I'm class president . . . it's all good though! I'll probably put in one more chapter before I leave, so don't fret! Besides, I'll only be gone three nights . . . it's not THAT long . . . lol . .
thanks for all the reviews!