Battle of the Bands
Chapter 2: The Reason You Shouldn't Watch Girl Fights.
By: sapphire999
Hey guys! Hope you liked the last chapter, even though it was a little rushed and mostly song lyrics. I reread everything and noticed that I left some loose ends. I thank you for your patience, and now to explain quickly. Kikyou is the manager for 'Inuyasha' because her instruments don't quite fit in with the band.anywhere. She can't sing either. At least not in this fic she can't. Therefore, she travels around now and then for her gigs in symphonies and orchestras. The reason why she isn't the greatest manager is because, like I touched on in the story, she's not always there for important gigs. Kouga stalks Kagome and the only reason nobody reports him is because he's never actually hurt her or kidnapped her (not while Inuyasha's alive and breathing!). He's on the band because he's a talented member that they need. Kikyou and Inuyasha used to date, and he and Kagome are childhood buddies. Kikyou was getting jealous and Inuyasha heard a rumor that Kikyou insulted Kagome so he cornered Kikyou, which is the main reason why she broke up with him. No trust equals no love. I'm also very sorry that I made it unclear who was going to fight who, but I bet you thought it was gonna be Raye and Inuyasha. I used a Josie and the Pussycats song for the 'Sailor Scouts' cameo. I noticed that at the end I didn't explain anything very well. The reason why nobody was too shocked about Raye getting mauled or Inuyasha beating Kouga to death is quite simple friends: it happens all the time! Inuyasha's falling for Kagome (duh), Sango is trying to resist Miroku, and Kikyou will probably never have a boyfriend. Get over it Kikyou fans, I don't feel like giving her much fic time. I'll probably use the Inuyasha cast for most of the plot, thus making them the main characters. Inuyasha has a beat up van because I can't think of a suitable car for him, hence the pimp van. Miroku's car will probably be a lexus; I don't know which model so use your imagination. Oh, and on a final note, at the end, when I say 'make', I mean he's going to earn them. Well, on to the next chapter right?
Sapphire
Kagome woke up to her alarm clock, just like every morning. It read 5 o'clock. Why did she have to have a shift that started this early? Kagome sluggishly got out of bed and got in the shower. When she was out she looked at the clock again. It now read 5:30. She screamed and put on her work uniform. It was black pants, a blue shirt, and a nametag that came attached to your apron. She put her performance clothes in a gym bag, put her hair in a ponytail and ran out the door. 'Why is it like this every morning?' she thought rushing to her car.
She threw the bag in the passenger seat and took off like a bat out of hell. Her workplace, Blue Moon Café, was giving her band a performance day for free. They would be publicity for a café that usually only let jazz bands play. Ironic isn't it? They were finally letting rock bands play. It was 5:55, She just barely pulled up in time she grabbed the bag and ran inside to clock in before announced late. She leaped over the counter and checked in just as the clock read 6:00. She let out a sigh, and her eyes lit up when Sango passed her a donut. She scarfed it down and unlocked the register just in time for the first customers to waltz through the doors, to her horror Kouga was the first one to get to her. 'This is gonna be a long day,' she thought to herself as he ordered the most expensive coffee.
"At least he's good for business," Sango said when Kouga was out of earshot.
"True. I'd better get a raise for this kind of stuff," she said half joking to Sango who rolled her eyes and took the next order at the counter.
Sango works at the 'to go' window and Kagome is a waitress/hostess. Kikyou came in with a briefcase and ordered an ice mocha. She said good bye to everybody and left for the airport.
"Miroku is late again," Sango mused.
"He should technically be fired, but the manager loves him to much," Kagome said. She sighed as Sango rang up another customer and Kagome went over to Kouga who was currently the only 'for here' customer. They stayed on safe subjects like "Are you ready for today?" or "Inuyasha is late again."
Then as if on cue, Inuyasha and Miroku showed up coming through the double doors as usual, about 20 minutes late. Kagome shot over to Inuyasha and showed him where to set up, she glared at Kouga to get him to help. It's not hard to manipulate him if you're Kagome. At 12:00 Sango and Kagome's shift ended and Miroku finished his 20-minute layover. Kagome and Sango took the extra time to change in the bathroom. They came out ready to start the gig feeling good. Kagome made sure her bass was perfect, Sango made sure the microphones worked, Inuyasha tuned the guitars, and Miroku set up the lights before changing into his band T-shirt and jeans. At precisely 12:30 they started the gig. At about 5:30 they played the final song for the day.
"It's the first time I've ever felt this lonely. I wish someone would come cure this pain. It's funny when you think it's gonna work out, 'till you chose weed over me you're so lame," Kagome started out.
"I thought you were cool until the point, up until the point you didn't call when you said you would. I finally figured out you're all the same, always coming up with some kind of story," Sango interjected.
"Every time I try to make you smile, you're always feeling sorry for yourself. Every time I try to make you laugh, you can't you're too tough, you think you're loveless. Is that too much that I'm asking for?" Sango and Kagome sang in unison.
Inuyasha, Miroku, and Kouga played the next few chords.
"I thought you'd come around when I ignored you, sort of thought you had the decency to change. But babe I guess you didn't take that warning, 'cause I'm not about to look at your face again!" Miroku sang clearly.
"Can't you see that you lie to yourself? You can't see the world through a mirror. It won't be too late when the smoke clears, 'cause I-I am still here," Inuyasha sang in his awesome singing voice.
"Every time I try to make you smile, you're always going feeling sorry for yourself. Every time I try to make you laugh, you stand like a stone, alone in your zone. Is that too much that I'm asking for?" the girls sang together.
"Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah. Can't find where I am, lying here alone in fear. Afraid of the dark, no one to claim alone again. Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah" Kagome serenaded
"Can't you see that you lie to yourself? You can't see the world through a mirror. It won't be too late when the smoke clears, 'cause I-I am still here," Inuyasha sang in his awesome singing voice.
"Every time I try to make you smile, you're always going feeling sorry for yourself. Every time I try to make you laugh, you can't you're too tough, you think you're loveless. It was too much that I asked you for," the girls sang together.
The final chords of the song were played and the lights dimmed to hide people getting ready to bow on stage. The applause was deafening. The lights flashed back on and the band members stood hand in hand bowing and smiling. It was the best gig they'd ever played and brought in the biggest amount of business the Blue Moon Café ever had.
They cleared the stage and loaded Inuyasha's van and Sango and Kagome were fighting about which band was better, Linkin Park or System of the Down.
"Linkin Park is the best!" Sango screamed in defense of her favorite band.
"They're good, but System of the Down is way better," Kagome argued, for her band.
"That is so not true! Linkin Park is the best!" Sango restated.
"System of the Down is better!" Kagome shouted exasperated.
"Miroku! Back me up!" Sango yelled at him. Those pleading eyes nearly got him but.
"Actually I think Kagome is right. System of the Down is way better," Miroku said.
" I agree with Sango, Linkin Park is way better," Inuyasha argued.
Death glares were exchanged as Kouga walked up. All eyes turned to him. Immediately he froze to the spot. Kouga was the only one who could decide who was right. He hated being caught in the middle. This was why he never stuck around for girl fights.
" Kouga, which is better Linkin Park or System of the Down?" Kagome asked him quietly.
'Oh shit! I don't know which one Kagome likes better! This won't end well for me,' Kouga thought.
Sango, who was visibly annoyed, shook him for the answer. He answered the question quickly.
"I think both are equal!" he said hoping it would get them off of his back.
Sango let the poor guy go and he ran off to his car like a frightened wolf. Kagome hugged Miroku for being on her side Inuyasha and Sango nodded in agreement. Sango pulled Miroku away from Kagome by the ear. Kagome and Inuyasha watched as the two of them walked to Miroku's car and Miroku was slapped. He took Sango by the hands and got on his knees to apologize. Sango went wide-eyed and blushed. He hugged Sango and he got pushed away really fast.
"I wish they'd get a room," Inuyasha said. He was sickened, yet jealous. It was so clear they were in love.
"I'm sick of their trying to pussy-foot around. We already know they're in love, at least come out and admit it, gosh," Kagome said.
"Anyway. why didn't you back me up Inuyasha? I thought you were gonna be on my side," she said. It didn't sound good to Inuyasha. This was gonna be a bad situation.
"I don't try to turn against you, but I have to represent," Inuyasha said. He was so gonna get a scratch from Kagome.
"Is it gonna be like this all the time? Are you just gonna forget about my feelings so you can 'represent'?" She said. This was getting bad.
"Look it isn't that big of a deal," he started, but he was cut off.
"Sure this time. What about next time? Huh?" Kagome practically yelled.
"You're over-reacting. Anyway, you know I wouldn't turn my back on you," Inuyasha said. Even this didn't work. I guess PMS conquers all.
"I don't care what you think would happen! It's always different in real life!" Kagome yelled.
With that she ran off in a storm of PMS rage and drove to the nearest ice cream store. She bought a gallon of strawberry ice cream. It was her favorite comfort food. She drove home going 90 in a 20-mph zone. Kouga saw the ice cream through her rose bushes and knew she wasn't gonna be in a good mood. It was scary when Kagome had PMS. She went inside throwing her bag to the ground. She took a huge spoon from a drawer and dug into her ice cream while checking her messages.
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Hey I was going through a little mad phase when I wrote this. I thought I should introduce some conflict into the story and get revenge on my friend who took out her PMS rage on me today. Anywho I hope you enjoyed this chapter and like the story. Please show me some love, review! Well, bye-bye for now.
Sapphire
Chapter 2: The Reason You Shouldn't Watch Girl Fights.
By: sapphire999
Hey guys! Hope you liked the last chapter, even though it was a little rushed and mostly song lyrics. I reread everything and noticed that I left some loose ends. I thank you for your patience, and now to explain quickly. Kikyou is the manager for 'Inuyasha' because her instruments don't quite fit in with the band.anywhere. She can't sing either. At least not in this fic she can't. Therefore, she travels around now and then for her gigs in symphonies and orchestras. The reason why she isn't the greatest manager is because, like I touched on in the story, she's not always there for important gigs. Kouga stalks Kagome and the only reason nobody reports him is because he's never actually hurt her or kidnapped her (not while Inuyasha's alive and breathing!). He's on the band because he's a talented member that they need. Kikyou and Inuyasha used to date, and he and Kagome are childhood buddies. Kikyou was getting jealous and Inuyasha heard a rumor that Kikyou insulted Kagome so he cornered Kikyou, which is the main reason why she broke up with him. No trust equals no love. I'm also very sorry that I made it unclear who was going to fight who, but I bet you thought it was gonna be Raye and Inuyasha. I used a Josie and the Pussycats song for the 'Sailor Scouts' cameo. I noticed that at the end I didn't explain anything very well. The reason why nobody was too shocked about Raye getting mauled or Inuyasha beating Kouga to death is quite simple friends: it happens all the time! Inuyasha's falling for Kagome (duh), Sango is trying to resist Miroku, and Kikyou will probably never have a boyfriend. Get over it Kikyou fans, I don't feel like giving her much fic time. I'll probably use the Inuyasha cast for most of the plot, thus making them the main characters. Inuyasha has a beat up van because I can't think of a suitable car for him, hence the pimp van. Miroku's car will probably be a lexus; I don't know which model so use your imagination. Oh, and on a final note, at the end, when I say 'make', I mean he's going to earn them. Well, on to the next chapter right?
Sapphire
Kagome woke up to her alarm clock, just like every morning. It read 5 o'clock. Why did she have to have a shift that started this early? Kagome sluggishly got out of bed and got in the shower. When she was out she looked at the clock again. It now read 5:30. She screamed and put on her work uniform. It was black pants, a blue shirt, and a nametag that came attached to your apron. She put her performance clothes in a gym bag, put her hair in a ponytail and ran out the door. 'Why is it like this every morning?' she thought rushing to her car.
She threw the bag in the passenger seat and took off like a bat out of hell. Her workplace, Blue Moon Café, was giving her band a performance day for free. They would be publicity for a café that usually only let jazz bands play. Ironic isn't it? They were finally letting rock bands play. It was 5:55, She just barely pulled up in time she grabbed the bag and ran inside to clock in before announced late. She leaped over the counter and checked in just as the clock read 6:00. She let out a sigh, and her eyes lit up when Sango passed her a donut. She scarfed it down and unlocked the register just in time for the first customers to waltz through the doors, to her horror Kouga was the first one to get to her. 'This is gonna be a long day,' she thought to herself as he ordered the most expensive coffee.
"At least he's good for business," Sango said when Kouga was out of earshot.
"True. I'd better get a raise for this kind of stuff," she said half joking to Sango who rolled her eyes and took the next order at the counter.
Sango works at the 'to go' window and Kagome is a waitress/hostess. Kikyou came in with a briefcase and ordered an ice mocha. She said good bye to everybody and left for the airport.
"Miroku is late again," Sango mused.
"He should technically be fired, but the manager loves him to much," Kagome said. She sighed as Sango rang up another customer and Kagome went over to Kouga who was currently the only 'for here' customer. They stayed on safe subjects like "Are you ready for today?" or "Inuyasha is late again."
Then as if on cue, Inuyasha and Miroku showed up coming through the double doors as usual, about 20 minutes late. Kagome shot over to Inuyasha and showed him where to set up, she glared at Kouga to get him to help. It's not hard to manipulate him if you're Kagome. At 12:00 Sango and Kagome's shift ended and Miroku finished his 20-minute layover. Kagome and Sango took the extra time to change in the bathroom. They came out ready to start the gig feeling good. Kagome made sure her bass was perfect, Sango made sure the microphones worked, Inuyasha tuned the guitars, and Miroku set up the lights before changing into his band T-shirt and jeans. At precisely 12:30 they started the gig. At about 5:30 they played the final song for the day.
"It's the first time I've ever felt this lonely. I wish someone would come cure this pain. It's funny when you think it's gonna work out, 'till you chose weed over me you're so lame," Kagome started out.
"I thought you were cool until the point, up until the point you didn't call when you said you would. I finally figured out you're all the same, always coming up with some kind of story," Sango interjected.
"Every time I try to make you smile, you're always feeling sorry for yourself. Every time I try to make you laugh, you can't you're too tough, you think you're loveless. Is that too much that I'm asking for?" Sango and Kagome sang in unison.
Inuyasha, Miroku, and Kouga played the next few chords.
"I thought you'd come around when I ignored you, sort of thought you had the decency to change. But babe I guess you didn't take that warning, 'cause I'm not about to look at your face again!" Miroku sang clearly.
"Can't you see that you lie to yourself? You can't see the world through a mirror. It won't be too late when the smoke clears, 'cause I-I am still here," Inuyasha sang in his awesome singing voice.
"Every time I try to make you smile, you're always going feeling sorry for yourself. Every time I try to make you laugh, you stand like a stone, alone in your zone. Is that too much that I'm asking for?" the girls sang together.
"Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah. Can't find where I am, lying here alone in fear. Afraid of the dark, no one to claim alone again. Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah" Kagome serenaded
"Can't you see that you lie to yourself? You can't see the world through a mirror. It won't be too late when the smoke clears, 'cause I-I am still here," Inuyasha sang in his awesome singing voice.
"Every time I try to make you smile, you're always going feeling sorry for yourself. Every time I try to make you laugh, you can't you're too tough, you think you're loveless. It was too much that I asked you for," the girls sang together.
The final chords of the song were played and the lights dimmed to hide people getting ready to bow on stage. The applause was deafening. The lights flashed back on and the band members stood hand in hand bowing and smiling. It was the best gig they'd ever played and brought in the biggest amount of business the Blue Moon Café ever had.
They cleared the stage and loaded Inuyasha's van and Sango and Kagome were fighting about which band was better, Linkin Park or System of the Down.
"Linkin Park is the best!" Sango screamed in defense of her favorite band.
"They're good, but System of the Down is way better," Kagome argued, for her band.
"That is so not true! Linkin Park is the best!" Sango restated.
"System of the Down is better!" Kagome shouted exasperated.
"Miroku! Back me up!" Sango yelled at him. Those pleading eyes nearly got him but.
"Actually I think Kagome is right. System of the Down is way better," Miroku said.
" I agree with Sango, Linkin Park is way better," Inuyasha argued.
Death glares were exchanged as Kouga walked up. All eyes turned to him. Immediately he froze to the spot. Kouga was the only one who could decide who was right. He hated being caught in the middle. This was why he never stuck around for girl fights.
" Kouga, which is better Linkin Park or System of the Down?" Kagome asked him quietly.
'Oh shit! I don't know which one Kagome likes better! This won't end well for me,' Kouga thought.
Sango, who was visibly annoyed, shook him for the answer. He answered the question quickly.
"I think both are equal!" he said hoping it would get them off of his back.
Sango let the poor guy go and he ran off to his car like a frightened wolf. Kagome hugged Miroku for being on her side Inuyasha and Sango nodded in agreement. Sango pulled Miroku away from Kagome by the ear. Kagome and Inuyasha watched as the two of them walked to Miroku's car and Miroku was slapped. He took Sango by the hands and got on his knees to apologize. Sango went wide-eyed and blushed. He hugged Sango and he got pushed away really fast.
"I wish they'd get a room," Inuyasha said. He was sickened, yet jealous. It was so clear they were in love.
"I'm sick of their trying to pussy-foot around. We already know they're in love, at least come out and admit it, gosh," Kagome said.
"Anyway. why didn't you back me up Inuyasha? I thought you were gonna be on my side," she said. It didn't sound good to Inuyasha. This was gonna be a bad situation.
"I don't try to turn against you, but I have to represent," Inuyasha said. He was so gonna get a scratch from Kagome.
"Is it gonna be like this all the time? Are you just gonna forget about my feelings so you can 'represent'?" She said. This was getting bad.
"Look it isn't that big of a deal," he started, but he was cut off.
"Sure this time. What about next time? Huh?" Kagome practically yelled.
"You're over-reacting. Anyway, you know I wouldn't turn my back on you," Inuyasha said. Even this didn't work. I guess PMS conquers all.
"I don't care what you think would happen! It's always different in real life!" Kagome yelled.
With that she ran off in a storm of PMS rage and drove to the nearest ice cream store. She bought a gallon of strawberry ice cream. It was her favorite comfort food. She drove home going 90 in a 20-mph zone. Kouga saw the ice cream through her rose bushes and knew she wasn't gonna be in a good mood. It was scary when Kagome had PMS. She went inside throwing her bag to the ground. She took a huge spoon from a drawer and dug into her ice cream while checking her messages.
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Hey I was going through a little mad phase when I wrote this. I thought I should introduce some conflict into the story and get revenge on my friend who took out her PMS rage on me today. Anywho I hope you enjoyed this chapter and like the story. Please show me some love, review! Well, bye-bye for now.
Sapphire