(A/N: I'm sorry everybody. The thing is that when Kagome asked InuYasha to stay the night. It wasn't a cliffy. When he said 'feh' it meant yes, and that's it. This chapter does not contain much InuYasha, and Kagome stuff. This chapter, as well as the next until 14, will only include the other pairs. InuYasha and Kagome will show up in this chapter a few times, but not as much as usual. This chapter will contain InuYasha pairing, as the next will contain made-up character pairings. So that means Sango/Miroku, Sesshomaru/Rin, Kouga/Ayame (Sort of), etc. This chapter may be a little bit short to a few people.)
Chapter 12: Memories of Pain Part One
The loud ringing of an alarm clock was the first thing the young female in the covers noticed.
Her body twisted in the covers, as she cuddled up to the body beside her. Only to have the body growl in return, and shut the alarm clock off.
The muscular figure nudged the female one. She groaned in response. Then covered her head with a pillow.
"Rin wake up. You have to head over to classes today, remember?" Sesshomaru stated, as he continued to nudge her. His tone was holding a hint of amusement.
It always made him laugh the way Rin would try to stay in bed a little bit longer. One being the fact that his strength in last nights 'activities' had worn her out. Two being the fact that Rin would always do this.
"I don't wanna! Let them get a sub! I need a rest." She said, as she held onto the pillow with a tighter grip.
Sesshomaru smirked. "Just go to work ok? I have to go to the office today, but I'm getting off early today. How about we go out tonight? It's been very busy lately."
Rin paused, and slowly took off the pillow. "Are you sure?" She asked. She knew her husband/mate, and she had not done anything special for a while, since she started working at Tokyo University.
Sesshomaru pulled the pillow out of reach. Then nuzzled his mate's neck. "Yes I'm sure. I'll have Jaken pick you up in the limo after you're done work."
He threw the covers off his body, and walked to their bathroom.
Rin sighed. "Sesshomaru, I have to work until nine." She stated, as she threw the covers off of her side, as well. Putting on a pink robe.
"Then consider your work shift until 5, because I want you ready for 7. I'll get Jaken to call Tokyo University for you, and notify them that you will only be working until 5." He started up the pipe for the shower. Adjusting the temperature.
Rin pouted. She always hated the way he controlled things for her. She walked into the bathroom, and leaned against the doorframe.
"But, today is Tuesday, and since this week we've started classes again, I need to go." She reasoned.
Sesshomaru looked at her, as he finally adjusted the temperature to his taste. He slowly walked to her direction, and held onto her waist. Slowly bringing her body towards him. Rin's breathing quickened, as her mate held her.
Sesshomaru leaned down, and gave his mate a gentle kiss on the lips. He smirked when he smelt her arousal. Then gave her another kiss. Only this time, more heated.
When Sesshomaru slowly backed away, he smirked. He smirked when he saw Rin's reaction.
"You've been working too hard Rin. Besides, you said so before 'I don't wanna! Let them get a sub! I need a rest.' " He chuckled when he noticed Rin pouting again.
He kissed her again, "Come join me, besides you are late for work."
Rin nodded dumbly, taking the robe off her shoulders gradually, and went into the shower, as Sesshomaru followed in suit.
They both showered in the hot steaming shower together, as Jaken set up a few things downstairs for them.
After their shower, Rin and Sesshomaru got dressed in their working outfits, and headed downstairs for breakfast. Sitting at the breakfast table. Only to find that no one was there.
"Jaken." Sesshomaru stated in an emotionless tone.
Jaken hurried to his master's aid, quickly bowing afterward.
"Yes Lord Sesshomaru?" Jaken asked. His head still bowed down.
"Where are father, and the Jackass?" He asked. His tone still emotionless, that it scent chills down Jaken and the other workers spines.
Rin just smiling happily. She had no fear in her husband. That, and she was too cheerful to be afraid.
"This Jackass just happens to have a name." InuYasha stated, as he walked into the house from the front door.
Rin looked, and saw InuYasha, as he walked in. She smiled, and hugged him.
"So?" She asked.
InuYasha stared at her oddly, as he put down his keys.
"So what?"
Rin pouted. InuYasha didn't know much, did he? She giggled, and toke a step forward. Right in front of him.
"So how did it go? You know, sleeping at Kagome's?" Rin was hoping that a spark had happened between the two. Ever since things had gone back to normal, she was hoping that they would find out the truth.
InuYasha sweatdropped. He forgot that Rin's personality was SO much different from when she was at school teaching.
"Feh. Nothin' happened. What were you expecting?" He said, as he ran upstairs to get his things. He just came back home for his books.
Rin sighed. She was hoping that they had realized the truth. No was aloud to state the truth. The two of them had to discover it themselves. So much for that plan. Even if things are back to normal, InuYasha still suffers from being dense. And Kagome? She just didn't know, or remember much about her childhood.
If she did, most of the information was just scrambled.
Sesshomaru handed Rin her breakfast, and gave her a chaste kiss. "He may be an ass, but he will learn the truth sooner or later. And, as for your transportation to work. Jaken will be giving you a ride. That should give you enough time to eat. You're late"
Rin smiled, and nodded. She returned the kiss and left. Jaken right behind her.
Sesshomaru watched, as she left. His face no longer holding a loving emotion, but holding his original emotionless one.
He remembered Kikyo. He remembered everything that had happened. Everybody knew what was going on, except for InuYasha.
He found out when it was too late. Sesshomaru stared at the stairs. The one that InuYasha had just used to go upstairs to his room.
The moment still fresh in his minds. He shook his head. Fate was too cruel. And even though his love for his half-breed brother wasn't strong, he still had the feelings to hate Kikyo for her doings. Her entire life was filled on just being the simple-minded slut that she was.
(A/N: There were a lot of people who wanted to know what went on between InuYasha, and Kikyo. (Because I didn't explain it the best way I could. I meant to do it the way I did so I could clear up the mystery.) This will be happening in this flashback. So for those of you who skip flashbacks, but wanted to know the story between Kikyo, and InuYasha. Please read this one.)
InuYasha was walking down the halls of high school. It was a peaceful day.InuYasha was sixteen, and starting school again. It was the first day. Everything was normal. InuYasha continued walking around the halls, when a girl 'accidentally' bumped into him.
Both of their books in hand dropped. InuYasha bent down, and started picking up his books. Only noticing a female figure, but not the female herself.
"I'm so sorry." She said. Her voice holding a fake tone. Her voice holding the fact of attention. Of course InuYasha didn't really care to notice.
"Feh, whatever wench. Just watch wherever the hell-" InuYasha paused when he toke a glance at her.
His breath caught in his throat. It was HER. His childhood love. Her image a bit different, her face held some differences, and so did her hair, but other than that. IT WAS HER!
InuYasha was dead silent. He didn't know what to say. He knew he would have seen her in Tokyo U, but never this early. Maybe it was destiny or fate. Whatever it was, he was just happy to be reunited with his lost love.
Kikyo on the other hand watched him, as he just plainly stared at her. Her nervousness grew. Maybe he knows that she bumped into him on purpose so she could seduce him. Whatever it was, she was scared it ruined her chances with him.
InuYasha smiled. For the first time in years he smiled. He hugged her tightly.
"It's you! I haven't seen you in years. I know you said we would meet at Tokyo U, but I can't believe you're here. Now, with me." He gripped onto her tightly.
Kikyo just blinked. She didn't even know who SHE was suppose to be, but if it was HER he wanted it was HER he would get.
She smirked, as she realized this was her chance. This was her one, and only chance to bed one of the richest men in all of Japan. Hell, not even Japan, all of Asia.
(A/N: Read the bottom A/N for more info on the flashback., and the one's to come.)
Sango sighed, as she sat beside Miroku in his car.
'Why? Why god, did this have to happen to me?' She thought in pity. Her car had broken down on her, and until it was repaired she had to take rides from Miroku. The sad part of it was, that it was for a week! She couldn't survive being beside the hentai for a week!
She sighed once more. She had wanted to ask Kagome. They were talking about things they had planned for the week. Kagome's week was full of family occasions. Not only family occasions, but some quality time with InuYasha.
Sango wanted to ask Kagome then, and there, but she couldn't just ask her to jump at her request. Dumping everything she had planned.
Miroku was her last hope. She couldn't ask InuYasha, Chibi, Rai, Tenshi, or anyone! Rai said she had some personal business to attend to.
Sango knew that this 'personal' business had to do with Raidon. Raidon had finally come back from China, and Rai would probably be the first to see him.
She couldn't ruin her plans either. Sango glanced at Miroku, from the window she was currently looking through.
He had a big grin on his face. Why? Of course it was, because she had asked him for this favour. Sango never trusted herself near Miroku that much.
Miroku stopped a breakfast restaurant. "I haven't eaten yet. Would you like something to eat?" He grinned.
He was hoping she would say yes. If so, it was like a date. Him taking her out, and buying food. Enjoying one another's company.
Sango looked back to window, glancing at the area. Shaking her head silently. "No thanks…" Was her only comment.
Miroku frowned, and went in ordering food for just him. Coming back to the car, and eating it.
Sango just sat still. She showed no signs of movement, as he ate.
When Miroku finished eating, and threw out his food. He glanced at Sango, on his right. He smirked noticing she wasn't paying attention to him, but the window.
… A few seconds later…
Miroku was rubbing the red mark on his cheek, as he continued to drive to Tokyo University. A smile glistening on his face.
Sango on the other hand, was fuming.
"You're such a hentai." She mumbled.
Miroku toke a quick look at her, then gave the road most of his attention. Then sighed in defeat. Might as well ask, right?
"Sango?"
"What?" She replied in anger.
"I'm sorry, ok?" His eyes still on the road.
Sango looked at him, then back at the road. Her anger slowly disappearing. Yet, still there.
"You broke the bet." She stated.
Miroku sighed. He knew there had to be a catch. "Listen, I'm sorry. How about we go on a date tonight. My treat. Think of it as a way of saying I'm sorry."
Sango snickered. "Me date you? Yeah right Miroku. I despise perverts. That, and you lost the bet. Meaning, that you cannot touch a woman, unless you are dating…" Sango paused. Her face fuming again. "I get it! You're using me!"
Miroku looked at her. "I'm not using you my dear Sango. I've…I've just always had feelings for you." His eyes showing a hint of hurt.
Sango looked back at him. His voice showed that he had meant it. He wasn't just kidding. He was actually trying to make a difference.
Sango sighed in defeat. "K, but only, because I feel that I should make it up to you for driving me. Nothing more!"
She turned her head back to the road, as they got closer to Tokyo University. Gazing back at the sun, and horizon.
'I hope I'm not getting myself into any type of trouble.'
She felt cheap. All Sango wanted to do was bang her head on the car's window countless times. Was this how it was suppose to feel?
Miroku was a pervert! He was probably only interested in her for his own sick pleasure! He was always groping women, and was like another InuYasha. Sick, perverted, and wrong!
Sango toke another glance at Miroku. Maybe, just maybe, like how Kagome gave InuYasha a chance. She could try to do the same. Just look at the two of them. They were kind of cute.
Sango felt a pang of jealousy. Every emotion was going by her at this very moment. She knew that ever since InuYasha came, things had changes drastically. Now Kagome wasn't as violent.
Sango paused. And he was no longer perverted. Sango shrugged. Well, maybe not 'fully'. You can't really take away a man's thoughts of women so easily.
Well, that was Sango's theory. 'Might as well give Miroku a chance. There's no other choice.'
Once they reached the school Sango opened the car door quickly, and exited. Miroku just sat in the car staring at her, as she headed towards her next class.
He sighed realizing she was trying to get away from him. So he quickly got out of the car, as well, and raced his way to Sango.
When he reached her, he tapped her shoulder.
Sango sighed. She didn't even have to turn around to know it was Miroku right behind her. She continued to walk, Miroku still behind her tail.
"What?"
"Sango, be ready for today, at 6:00, k?" Miroku was hoping that this date would change her opinion on him. His feelings for her were deeper than any other girl.
Sango blinked, and paused. "Sure, whatever. My home, 6, right."
She started walking at a fast pace once more.
Miroku grinned, and followed in suit.
"Wait Sango. Let me escort you to your next class. We both have the same classes so it would be the most respectful thing to do." He said, as he slowly rubbed her bottom.
Sango's eye's twitched. "The most respectful thing to do is stop touching my ass you pervert!" She said, as she slapped him unconscious. Walking to her next class.
Kouga laughed at one of the stories his crew had told him. His laughter was joined by the many people around him.
Eyes were lurking just around the corner. Not evil eyes, but ones of pure sadness.
Ayame turned to face the wall in front of her. She sighed. It was days like these that she wished she wasn't living.
Leaning against the wall, Ayame slowly fell to the ground. She held her school books tightly towards her chest.
Her tears were forcing their way to come out.
Ayame, and Kouga were apart of the Wolf Demon tribe. They had both known one another since birth, and had trained together as well. After all the years of hard training Ayame, and Kouga had become close friends.
What's the problem? Ayame secretly had a crush on Kouga ever since he helped heal one of her wounds.
Ayame pondered. That was when she was about 9 years old.
What's the other problem? Kouga didn't return the feels. His only feelings were like most of the men in this school. They were towards Kagome.
Ayame could no longer hold the tears. She cried.
She didn't have much against Kagome. Kagome was a well rounded person. She was kind, sweet, smart, beautiful, and other things she couldn't describe. The only thing was that Kouga liked her.
It hurt every time that Kouga would go, and call Kagome his woman or love to be. Or how when Kagome passed by Kouga he would say his undying love towards her.
Ayame loved Kouga. Why couldn't he just return her feelings?
'I know why. It's, because were just friends. And that is all we'll ever be.' She thought.
Ayame thought about InuYasha. Sure he was new, but Kagome and him sure did hit it off pretty quickly. They were practically best friends. InuYasha used to be perverted, but then all of a sudden he started getting rough and tumble.
Maybe, just maybe she had a chance with Kouga!
"I mean InuYasha and Kagome are quite close, maybe they'll be destined for one another, and I would have a chance with Kouga." She whispered to herself. She smiled at the thought. Then maybe Kouga would develop feelings for her.
She wiped the tears from her face. She was happy. There was hope after all.
Sango sighed, as she looked into her mirror. She was freshening up for her 'date'with Miroku.
Kagome was in her bathroom getting a few things for her. When she came back she was going to curl her hair.
Sango put her hand to her chest. She had known Miroku ever since High School. She remembered how the first time he had asked her to bare his children. She even remembered the many times he'd groped her.
The only thing is that over those four years, somewhere along the line she had grown feelings for him.
Kagome slowly entered the room. Noticing that her best friend was in a trans. She smiled, and leaned on the doorframe.
"He's not always perverted you know." She stated.
Sango escaped her Trans, looking to her friend right at her bedroom door.
Sango nodded unintelligently.
Kagome just sighed at this response, and headed behind Sango. She started curling her hair. "He's sweet at times you know. And really has deep feelings for you."
Sango just stared at her reflection, as Kagome did her hair. "I know, and very kind too. You know, when he isn't groping you."
Kagome giggled. "Yea, his wandering hands are dangerous, but his heart is always in the right place."
Sango nodded. "Like InuYasha's attitude."
Kagome was silent. How could she respond to something like that?
InuYasha was once a player. He soon changed. Most of his family members or close friends told her that that's how he was until his heart was broken. That was in High School.
Ever since her and InuYasha had become close friends, that changed his entire way of thinking from pervert to a complete jerk.
Her only nicknames were wench, and bitch. This got irritating, but the way he showed his emotions to her told her that it was nothing, but a meaningless name.
"What's that suppose to mean?" Kagome asked. Her mind not knowing what else answer she could possibly give.
"You, and InuYasha. You used to despise him, because he was a player. Now, your feelings for him have completely changed. You care for him. He cares for you. He no longer treats women the same way, and he's rude not flattering. Yet, you seem to tame him well." Sango explained. She showed very little emotion. This went unnoticed by Kagome.
"I really don't know. I accepted him. I accepted his ways. Once I had done that, I had discovered the real him. You like Miroku Sango, don't deny your feelings. Follow your heart." Kagome's words were wise. Yet, from her heart as well. Sango could tell by the passion is Kagome's voice. They way she had presented them to her.
Sango nodded. "As long as you admit your feelings to InuYasha." She said, as Kagome finished curling.
Kagome paused. She didn't expect Sango to say something like that! Kagome thought for a few seconds.
'Do I really feel more than friendship towards him? Is it possible.' Her thoughts kept leading on, and on to different things.
"What makes you think I have feelings for him?" Kagome asked. That was the one question that she was clear of asking.
Sango smiled for the first time that moment. "The way you glow." She stated simply.
Kagome arched her eyebrow. "The way I glow?"
Sango nodded. "I can admit it now. I can admit I have feelings for Miroku. Every time the feelings showed I would deny it until now. You Kagome. You avoid every man that asks you out. Yes, most men are scum, but InuYasha, InuYasha's just misleading. At first you showed no emotion, but now, every time you're around him your smile shows so much happiness. You glow full of love. Like you've finally found that missing part."
Kagome listened. She understood now. Memories of all the moments her, and InuYasha had spent together were so magical. She felt like she could become that little innocent girl she once was.
Kagome smiled. "Yes, I guess I do have more feelings then I've showed. I don't know if I love him yet, but I know for sure that I'm crushing."
Kagome started packing up her things.
"Kagome?" Sango said, as Kagome packed up her stuff. Once Kagome turned Sango smiled for the second time. "Thank you, for everything."
Kagome nodded. "No problem. So, do you want me to help pick out some clothes? Or would you rather do that on your own?"
Sango opened up her closet, and all her drawers. "I'd really like some help."
Kagome smiled, and helped pick out Sango's clothing.
Miroku exited his car, and rang on Sango's doorbell. It was exactly 6:00 pm. Miroku was wearing a white button down shirt, black church pants, and dress shoes. (A/N: I don't know if their called church pants, but I didn't know what else to call them.)
He had flowers in hand, and reservations at one of his favourite restaurants. He wanted tonight to be special. He loved Sango. He was sure of it. He loved her. He wanted tonight to be the night of their dreams.
Miroku's wait was over when Sango opened the door. His mouth almost dropped to the ground. She was gorgeous! Not that she was never from the start, but she looked so amazing.
She wore a pink Chinese dress with high heels, and earrings of the same colour. Her hair nice, and curled.
"Hey…" She greeted.
"Hello, you look absolutely gorgeous." He stated in reply.
Sango blushed at the comment. "Thank you, you look good too."
Miroku handed her the flowers. "Here, these are for you." He said, only to receive another thank you in return.
He waited, as Sango put the flowers away.
Once that was over with the two buckled up, and headed to the restaurant.
When the two arrived Miroku unbuckled his seatbelt, and opened the door for the Sango.
"Thanks Miroku." She said. Still unsure of herself. She just continued to think of her earlier conversation with Kagome. She had to think positive.
They both entered the restaurant. Miroku stated his name, and the waiter led them to their table.
Sango toke her seat across from Miroku, and toke a look at the menu.
Miroku on the other hand was fidgeting like crazy. He was so unsure of what to do. His plan was to make Sango feel the same way, but she was silent.
She was ignoring him the entire time…
Miroku mentally sighed to himself. 'Why did I even bother?'
He snickered at the thought. It was, because he loved her.
Sango finally decided on the food she wanted. She looked over at Miroku who looked like he was battling with his own mind.
She smiled, and decided maybe she should make this easier on him.
So she started a conversation. Miroku, and her soon became comfortable. Talking, laughing, and eating.
It felt… magical…
Soon enough though they had to put the night to an end.
Miroku walked Sango to her door hand-in-hand.
Sango turned towards Miroku. Her eyes full of happiness.
"Thank you Miroku. I had a really nice night."
Miroku nodded. "No problem…" He was about to walk away when he paused. "Sango…"
She looked at him.
"I know you don't have the same feelings. But, I love you. You don't have to love me too, but will you at least be my girlfriend?"
Sango kisses Miroku. Not passionately, but not that innocent. "I love you too. And yes, I'll be your girlfriend."
(A/N: Ok, on the note, I'd like to inform you all that the next two chapters will include a one per chap flashback about Kikyo, and InuYasha. So be sure to check it out if you're interested. I know I wasn't that descriptive for the date for San/Mir, but I'm saving it for Inu/Kag. Also, I'd like to state that for reviews I have chapters to 20 ready. So if you want to know the surprises in store review. I'd like 15-25 reviews. So please review. I'd also like to thank my reviewers who have taken the time to do so. Thanks.)