Kagome sighed. Damn it's only 9:15! How slower can the day get? It's like everything and everyone doesn't want me to know who that mystery person is.

Kagome then got up and looked at the time again. Now it was only 9:16. Kagome thought for a minute that she was about to scream. But she kept her cool and just sat down and watched TV. After what seemed like about an hour watching boring TV she when to go look at the time again and it was…9:37. Kagome dropped her head and sighed in at her lack of patients. She went to go see what Sango was doing. She found Sango in the kitchen munching down on some toast and still had a strip of bacon on her plate. Sango noticed Kagome. After taking a big sallow she spoke. "Hey Kagome the day is going really fast isn't it?"
"You've got to be kidding?" Kagome asked in disbelief.

"What you think the day's going by slow or something?" Sango asked as she took the last bite of her toast. You have no idea…Kagome sighed yet again.

"Yeah you could say that." Kagome said. Sango then took the bacon and pointed it towards Kagome.

"Do you want a piece?" Sango asked as if she really did wanted it but asked so it could make Kagome feel better. Kagome shook her head.

"That's ok. I have to save room for my cake anyways." Kagome said with a smile. Sango shrugged and took a huge bite of the bacon. "Well, now what should I do? It feels like it's been like 3 hours!" Kagome said still impatient.

"Well you don't have that long to wait. Just go for a quick walk or something." Sango suggested. Kagome sighed. She thought that she wouldn't be on time for her party that way. Well Sango does have a porch swing on her porch.

"Hey Sango I'm gonna be at the swing until it's time ok?"

"Ok. I'll call you when it's time." Kagome went outside and sat on the swing and she started to rock. Kagome sighed. What was it with that dream…? I mean I know that I really want him back but…does this mean I'm…starting to like him? More then a friend? No that can't be it. I mean he's like my best friend…I don't even know if it's possible to like him like that. She looked up at the sky in deep thought. Hoping that looking at the clouds in the light blue sky would help her find the answers. And why do I suddenly feel like I don't want to be 20? I mean I've been waiting for the day I turned 20 since…FOREVER! And now that I'm 20…I feel like I lost a big part of me… She sighed and closed her eyes. "Well 20 or not it's my birthday and I'm gonna try to enjoy it." Kagome said determined. Just then Sango came out. "Is there something wrong?" Kagome asked still looking at the sky but now opened her eyes.

"It's time." Sango said as she too looked up at the sky. Kagome quickly looked at Sango.

"Wow that was fast." She said with a smile. She jumped up out of the swing and grabbed Sango's arm and then ran into the house and got her stuff. Still with Sango's arm she practically dragged her to the car.

"Hey Kagome! I can walk on my own thank you!" Sango commented.

"Oh. Sorry Sango," Kagome said like she didn't care at all. "But I'm REALLY excited about the party AND the person you were telling me about." Sango smiled over at her curious friend.

"You'll find out soon enough." She simply said. Kagome sighed. Soon enough Kagome… Kagome repeated to herself over and over again in her head. They both got in the car…of course Sango drove. All Kagome could think about was the mystery person.

"Kagome remember you have to act like you're surprised." Sango said to her but looking at the road.

"Don't worry I got that taken care of." Kagome said with a wink. Sango smiled trusting her friend. Just then they turned on Kagome's street. Here we come…finally I'll get to see who you are.

"Are you ready Kagome?" Sango asked still looking at the rode but saw a smile planted on her face. Kagome turned to Sango.

"Of course…well as ready as I'll ever be anyways…" she said in response. They now parked next to Kagome's apartment. Kagome practically jumped out of the car. They walked to the door and Sango knocked.

"Hey Inuyasha you in there?" Sango yelled through the door. Kagome gave Sango a thumbs up. The door opened and sure enough it was Inuyasha.

"Bout time you got back Kagome." Inuyasha said as he put his hands in his jean pockets. "I thought I was gonna have to cook and clean." Kagome rolled her eyes. She went into the apartment waiting for a 'SURPRISE KAGOME!' or something like that but there was nothing. "What are you galkin around for?" Inuyasha asked rudely. Kagome looked at Sango who was just standing there smiling like there wasn't a care in the world and then looked back at Inuyasha who was rude like he always was.

"Um…it's nothing." She lied.

"Whatever…" he shrugged. Kagome was starting to think that Sango lied to her. She started to go into the kitchen. She heard a snicker from Sango and a cough from Inuyasha. Kagome didn't really think much of that. She opened the door to the kitchen and suddenly…

"HAPPY BIRTHDAY KAGOME!" yelled a lot of people. Kagome looked around the room. There was Miroku, Ayame, Koga, and her brother Sota and other people she didn't see anyone that would be surprising to her. She figured that all of these people were gonna come. But maybe the person didn't show up yet. She looked back at Inuyasha and Sango. Kagome was going to keep her promise to Sango and act like she was surprised. Kagome did an extra loud gasp.

"Oh my goodness!" she said as her eyes widened and looked around the room.

Now she's being too dramatic… Sango thought to herself. Koga randomly came up from the small crowd of people and walked up to Kagome.

"Kagome," Koga said as he gentle held her hand.

"Um…yes?"

"You're the most beautiful woman in this room." Koga said being serious.

"Oh. Um… thanks." She said being a little uncomfortable in where this conversation was going. Not to mention Ayame looked pretty hurt. She turned away not wanting to see Koga and Kagome together like that.

"Well Kagome… I wanted to ask you something." He said sounding nervous.

"Um…what is it Koga?" Kagome asked.

"Well we've been friends for a long time now…and well…" Inuyasha cut him off.

"Can't you take a hint Koga?" Inuyasha said rudely. To be honest Kagome was glad that Inuyasha interrupted. Koga glared at Inuyasha in pure anger and jealously. He hated it that Inuyasha got to spend every day with Kagome and he only got to see her occasionally. "What's wrong Koga? Cat got your tongue?"

"Listen you piece of shit, I don't have to take this from you!" he shouted at Inuyasha. Inuyasha walked to Koga.

"What did you just call me?" Inuyasha said in a soft but dangerous voice.

"You heard me!" What are you deaf or something?" Koga yelled.

"No, but I bet by the time I get through with you you'll be deaf, blind, and crippled!" Inuyasha yelled. Kagome had enough of this. She got between them both.

"Would you both stop fighting for once?"

"He'd better stay out of my way…" Inuyasha said claming down a little.

"Same here." Koga said.

"Well now that we got that settled…" Miroku said. Sango then came out with a HUGE birthday cake. Kagome gasped and this time it was real. It was a beautiful cake with her to favorite colors on it. Their were blue roses all around that cake and purple letters that said 'we love you Kagome don't ever change' It had one candle in the very middle. Kagome was so touch by what it said.

"Awww… you guys are the best…" she said sounding grateful.

"We know." Sango said putting the cake down on the table.

"Now make a wish sis." Sota said with a smile on his face. She smiled back and looked down at the cake. She looked around at everyone once again. She saw that still she couldn't see the mystery person. She sighed and looked at the cake. She closed her eyes and slowly bent down. I wish…I wish that Sesshomaru could come. She wished as she blew out the candle. She opened her eyes hoping that some how her wish had come true but she saw the same people. She sighed once more. Now I don't even care if that person comes or not…I just wished that I could see Sesshomaru.

"So Kagome what did you wish for?" Ayame asked walking up to her.

"Oh well…"

"If she tells you then it won't come true." Inuyasha said. She smiled at him.

"Well now for the presents." Miroku said.

"Well since you brought it up then why won't you go first?" Sango suggested. Miroku smiled. He dug in his pocket and pulled out a piece of paper. He walked to Kagome.

"Here." Miroku said with a smile.

"Uh…what is it?" Kagome asked.

"Read it." She read it out loud.

"Miroku's physical therapist card 'gets free appointments as long as you bring the rest.' Don't be shy." She looked down at the bottom of the card in bold print. "Bring birth control." Everyone gave Miroku a look like this --

"Oh…um that was a little joke!" Miroku said laughing nervously. They all walked up to Miroku and slapped him in the back of the head.

"How about we move on now." Inuyasha said. Kagome sighed then Ayame walked up to her a wrapped up gift in her palm. Ayame was still mad about her and Koga but she knew it was Kagome's birthday and all so she was going to be a good friend for the day.

"Wow I wonder what is it." Kagome said. Ayame handed her the gift. Kagome wasn't really the patient type as you noticed before. She tore open the box. When she finally got it opened the box she found some golden earrings. It was a diamond with two hoops on it. Kagome gasped. "Wow these are beautiful," she said as she put them on.

"They look good on you." Sango said with a smile.

"What do you mean good?" Koga stated. "They look gorgeous on her." He said as he grinned at her.

"Oh thanks you guys." She said as she took then off and put them back in the box.

"That gift was by both me and Sango." Ayame pointed out.

"Aw, you guys are the best!" she said as she hugged Ayame and then reached over and hugged Sango.

"Wait, I don't get a hug Kagome?" Koga said reaching for her. Inuyasha pulled Koga's shirt and stopped him.

"Maybe that's because she doesn't want to…" Inuyasha stated. Koga began to feel angry.

"Argg…who the hell asked you, dog breath?"

"Guys, please. Don't fight." Ayame said.

"Yeah, Do it for Kagome." Sango agreed.

"Fine." They both said at the same time.

"Koga, how about you go next?" Sango suggested. Koga blushed a little, as if he was embarrassed.

"What's wrong Koga, don't you got a gift for Kagome?" Inuyasha said smirking.

"O…Of course I do!" Koga said. "I just have to give it to her at another time."

"Why Koga?" Kagome asked.

"Because…it will feel weird with all these people around." Koga tried to explain.

"Whatever." Inuyasha said with a snort.

"Well, I think that's all the gifts." Ayame stated.

"What about Inuyasha?" Kagome asked them.

"You know Inuyasha. He's too cheap to buy you a gift Kagome." Miroku said.

"You can go to hell, Miroku." Inuyasha said annoyed.

"Oh yeah Miroku I almost forgot." Sango said as she looked in her purse and took out his credit card. "You dropped it 3 days ago."

"Oh Sango thank you so much." Miroku said. "This was such a good thing for you to do, I don't know how I can EVER repay you…" Miroku said as he gouped her butt.

"Argg…" Sango balled up her fist in anger. Oh no. No again… Kagome thought to herself. "You…You PERVERT!" Sango yelled as she slapped him on the cheek. A red handprint appeared on his cheek.

FF

Kagome had a great time at the party, but so far she hasn't seen anyone that would surprise her. It was 10:33 pm and most people have already left, only Sango, Ayame, and of course Inuyasha since he is her roommate was still there.

"So, how'd you like your birthday Kagome?" Ayame asked with a grin.

"Oh, it was great. Thanks you guys." Kagome responded. She smiled, but Sango knew there was something wrong.

"Kagome, is there something bothering you?" Sango asked concerned.

"No, of course not." Kagome said plainly. Kagome had a great time and all, but she would really want Sesshomaru to be here for it. But she knew that would never happen, because its 10:35 what are the odds of him coming. "This was a great party and I had most of my friends here." Kagome said.

"OK Kagome, as long as you had a great time." Sango said. Ayame yawned.

"Well, you guys its been fun but I have to get home." Ayame said as she got up from the couch she was sitting on.

"Ok Ayame. Be careful." Kagome said.

"Don't worry." Ayame said with a smile. "And again, happy 20th B day."

"Thanks."

"No problem" Ayame said as she went out the door leaving the door unlocked. Kagome yawned too.

"Listen Kagome you had a big day, how about you go to bed." Sango suggested. "I'll spend the night if you want me to."

"Like the hell you will." Inuyasha said with a grunt.

"So do you want me to spend the night?" Sango asked again ignoring Inuyasha. Kagome smiled to her close friend.

"I don't want you to worry about me all the time, you can go home Sango. You've already been too good to me, setting up this party for me and all." Kagome said innocently.

"I can stay if you want me to Kagome, it'll be no prob." Sango told her with a friendly smile. Kagome smiled back.

"Ok, I would really like that."

"Oh god…" Inuyasha grumbled under his breath. Kagome looked at Inuyasha and then at Sango.

"I think Inuyasha wants you to spent the night too Sango." Kagome said with a laugh. Sango smiled and got up from the couch. "Well you know where everything is so you'll have no problem here." Kagome said as she yawned yet again. Sango nodded and walked to the bathroom.

"Go ahead and sleep already." Inuyasha ordered Kagome. "You seem tired enough to sleep for eight days, and I'm sick and tired of hearin you yawn." Inuyasha told her as he began to walk to the bedroom.

"Oh, you tell me to sleep and I don't get a 'Goodnight Kagome'?" Kagome asked playfully. For the first time the whole day she saw Inuyasha smile.

"Goodnight Kagome," Inuyasha replied. Kagome smiled warm-heartedly. At that moment, she thought that she couldn't have a better roommate then Inuyasha.

"Goodnight Inuyasha." She said. He then turned and walked in the bedroom. She saw Inuyasha's sliver hair slowly disappear until she couldn't see it anyone, the sliver hair reminded her of Sesshomaru. Kagome slowly closed her eyes. I'm so stupid… she thought herself sadly. Why would I even think that Sesshomaru would even consider coming for my birthday? He probably forgot it was my birthday… Kagome thought as a tear went down her cheek with her eyes still close. And with that thought on her mind she fell asleep.

"Hey Kagome, I think Inuyasha used all the toothpaste again…" Sango said as she came in but then stopped her sentence when she realized that Kagome was asleep. She then saw the tear down Kagome's cheek. "Poor Kagome…" she whispered. I thought that he was gonna come too but… I guess not. Sango felt so sorry for her friend. All this time she's been thing that he would at least come for her 20th birthday. Sango sighed. "Well, at least she had a good party…" Sango said trying to think on the bright side. "Well, I better get some sleep…" Sango said as she quickly changed into her pajamas. She grabbed a cover and sat on the other couch and went to sleep.

Suddenly the front door slowly began to open. Its now 11:57. There were footsteps heading towards Kagome. The tall figure stopped right in front of Kagome; the figure kindly stroked her face, as if it hadn't touched her in so long. Kagome's eyes slowly opened to see two golden orbs staring back at her. Her eyes widened, she gently touch his cheek as her hand wondered to his sliver hair then back to his cheek.

"Is…is this another dream? Are you actually real?" Kagome asked shocked. The figure smiled compassionately at her.

"Happy Birthday Kagome." he said to her softly.

"S…Sesshomaru."