So She Sings Again Chapter 8: That night, an inuyasha fanfic

Chapter 8 That Night

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It was the day after their after their first practice and Kikyo was on her way to meet Kagome for practice again. 'I'll let Kagome think she's won this battle. I'll cooperate just this once, because after tonight…her life will be over!' Once Kikyo arrived the girls got down to business. They practiced for hours until Kagome was sure they both had the moves and the word burned into their minds. By the time they both left it was 7:00. That gave both of them plenty of time to get ready for tonight. The only thing left for Kagome to do was to go home and maybe make an important phone call……or two.

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It was 10:30 and time for the girls to head to the auditorium. Kagome was a bundle of nerves the whole walk there. She had no idea how people would react, when midnight arrived. She only hoped everything would work out okay in the end.

When the three arrived Kikyo was no where to be seen. Normally she was the first one there. Only a few minutes remained before they were scheduled to begin.

"Kagome," called Yukiko from the stage when she saw they girls walk in. "Have you seen Kikyo? She's the first act!"

"I'm sorry but no. The last time I saw her was hours ago and she was heading home."

"It's okay we'll just have to wait for her to get here then." Yukiko walked off, biting her nails nervously.

Twenty minutes went by before Kikyo called Kagome's cell "claiming" to have a flat tire and that she should be there soon and would she please tell everyone what's happened.

'She's stalling.' Thought Kagome as she headed to Yukiko to tell her what she found out.

"We can't wait much longer for her to get here! The crowd is already getting restless!" Said Yukiko biting her thumb.

"My friends and I can sing some songs until she gets here. If that's okay with you and the other judges that is?" Kagome offered.

"I don't see why not." Yukiko smiled. "Just let me tell Akito so he can introduce you."

"Sure." Kagome returned to Ayame and Sango to tell them what was to happen. They were just as willing as she was to help keep the people entertained until Kikyo was to arrive. Deciding what song they were to sing together was easy. While Yukiko informed Akito of what was to be done, they talked to one of the stage hands and told him the name of the song. The stage hand used his radio to let Akito know, when he introduced them.

"Excuse me. Ladies and gentlemen, it seems we have a small delay in out performance," The audience groaned at this, "It seems Kikyo isn't here yet so some of our other contestants have offered to sing for you until she gets here. Give it up for Kagome, Sango and Ayame singing Destiny's Child's Lose My Breath.

The girls walked on the stage forming a triangle. Kagome in front and Sango and Ayame behind her. They were each wearing matching outfits. They each had a camisole on and army like-pants. Kagome's outfit was purple, Sango's was blue, and Ayame's was pink. The music began and the girls began singing and dancing.

"Lose My Breath"

All

Can you keep up?
Baby boy, make me lose my breath
Bring the noise, make me lose my breath
Hit me Hard, make me lose my (Hah Hah)
Can you keep up?
Baby boy, make me lose my breath
Bring the noise, make me lose my breath
Hit me Hard, make me lose my (Hah Hah)

Kagome

OOOh
I put it right there, made it easy for you to get to
Now you wanna act like ya don't know what to do
After I done everything that you asked me
Grabbed you, grind you, liked you, tried you
Moved so fast baby now I can't find you

OOOh
I'm startin' to believe that I'm way too much for you
All that talk but it seems like it can't come through
All them lies like you could satisfy me,
Now I see where believing you got me
Gave you the wheel, but you can't drive me

As Kagome finished her lines she moved to the back, switching places with Sango, who then began to sing. The whole time she sang she gazed out into the audience, seeming to be looking for someone.

Sango

OOOh
Two things I don't like when I tryin' to get my groove
Is a partna that meets me only half way and just can't prove
Take me out so deep when you know you can't swim
Need a lifeguard and I need protection
So put it on me deep in the right direction

OOOh
You understand the facts that I'm tryin' to give to you
You movin' so slow like you just don't have a clue
Didn't mama teach you to give affection?
You're the difference of a man and an adolescent
It ain't you boo, so get to steppin'

All
Can you keep up?
Baby boy, make me lose my breath
Bring the noise, make me lose my breath
Hit me Hard, make me lose my (Hah Hah)
Can you keep up?
Baby boy, make me lose my breath
Bring the noise, make me lose my breath
Hit me Hard, make me lose my (Hah Hah)

Sango switched places with Ayame who then sang her lines.

Ayame

If you can't make me say OOO
Like the beat of this drum
Why you ask for some and you really want none
If you can't make me say OOO
Like the beat of this groove

All
You don't have no business in this here's your papers
Baby you are dismissed, dismissed, dismissed, dismissed, dismissed, dismissed, dismissed

The song ended and the crowd erupted in applause. The girls bowed then readied themselves for their second song. Kagome again searched the crowd, looking for someone. Still they hadn't arrived. She was worried they wouldn't get here in time. As she scanned through the crowd one more time she saw the last person she expected to see in a million years! That person was none other than Inuyasha. He was standing towards the back of the room in the far corner. Obviously trying not to be seen. Now that she thought about it, tonight was the night he became human! And he was going see her curse! What a mess this was going to be! Now she really needed them to get her fast! They promised they'd be here, when she called them! Where are they? Did something happen? Kagome hoped not.

"Ready?" Ayame asked Kagome. "You okay?" She said when she saw the worried look on her face.

"I'm fine. Let's go." Kagome answered regaining her composure.

This time they were singing The healing kind by Lea Ann Womack. (yeah I kno! Country! Ewww! Sorry but I really like this song!) The stage hands brought out stools for the girls to sit on. As they took their seats and the song began.

Lee Ann Womack
"The Healing' Kind"

Kagome
Starin out the window at the sinkin sun
Another painful day is done
If I could convince myself I was over you now
I'd find a way to go on somehow

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But the pain just grows stronger every day
I think of you and I'm on my way
Down memory lane with your hand in mine
Guess I'm just not the healin' kind

Kagome
Another December and the cold winds blow
And nights without you are so long
I stare at our picture through the firelight's glow
And where you are right now I just don't know

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But the pain just grows stronger every day
I think of you and I'm on my way
Down memory lane with your hand in mine
Guess I'm just not the healin' kind

Inuyasha thought Kagome sang beautifully. He was sad she was still hurting over what he had done to her but glad at the same time. He was happy she still cared for him like he did her. To him that was a sign they were meant to be together. He was so deep into thought he didn't notice the couple that had just walked in a few minutes ago and were standing by the door.

After Kagome finished her song she once again gazed into the crowd. Right away she saw who she was searching for. They were standing in the back of the room. Quickly she got off her stool, handed her mike to Sango and ran off they stage toward they couple as they headed towards her.

Inuyasha was immediately pulled out of his reverie as he saw Kagome practically leap off the stage towards two people in the aisle. Wait a minute he knew these two people! Why were Rin and Sesshomaru here? What was going on? From the looks of it Kagome had called them here.

Kagome ran down the aisle directly into the open arms of Rin. Seeing them finally get here swept all her nervousness away. Rin released her from the hug after a few seconds. Kagome gazed up at Sesshomaru, and he gave her a very tiny smile. That was all the encouragement she needed to wrap him in a warm hug too. Behind them Inuyasha was gaping in surprise! The brother he new would never let anyone hug him.

"I'm so glad u guys made it! I'm going to need all the support I can get tonight!" Kagome said.

"Don't worry. Everything will fine. We've called your mother. She knows what's going on. She thinks your decision to go through with this is brave and wants you to know she's available if you need her, but she couldn't make it tonight." Rin informed Kagome.

"Thank you so much you guys!" Said Kagome smiling. She was sad her mother couldn't be here, but also happy. At least she had Sesshomaru and Rin here to support her.

"Now where is my brother?" Asked Sesshomaru, "I need to talk to him."

"He's in the corner, over there." Pointed Kagome.

"Now, you go backstage and get ready, and don't worry. You'll do fine." Said Rin. Kagome turned back to the stage and Rin followed Sesshomaru to Inuyasha.

Just as Kagome reached her friends the auditorium doors opened and Kikyo banged though them making her grand entrance. It was only 10 minutes till midnight.

"I'm here!" she shouted, "Lets get this show on the road!"

"Whatever." Murmured Kagome from the stage. Kikyo was finally here and that's all that mattered. They could now start.

Kikyo walked backstage to prepare herself and within a few minutes took her place on center stage, mike in hand. She began to sing her song.

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Okay people how was this chappy? I'm sorry it took me so long to update! I've just been busy! Please R&R! I love you all! You're so cool!

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