The Story of Us

By: Inu-Tenshi

Chapter Three: Beginnings

Disclaimer: I don't own any Inuyasha characters.

Kagome's P.O.V.

I can't believe myself!

I can't even comprehend how I can have a crush on the most unlikely person who could love me in return.

It didn't start that way...

I had only started to notice him a month ago.

I never saw much of him, or maybe I just didn't notice him because of my studies.

But one sunny afternoon, my friends dragged me outside to have lunch and I happened to catch a glimpse of him.

He was...gorgeous. Although it was the second time, this was the first time I really looked.

He had such grace and elegance, I wish I was like that.

And to top that off, he was the top student in the entire school!

It was after that tiny glimpse that I started to notice him and watch him from time to time, more and more.

But I would not lower myself as those girls, making 'goo-goo' eyes at him, though the thought was tempting.

Once I caught his gaze and nearly blushed. Nearly.

Such beautiful eyes he had; golden in color. His hair was just as unique; a platinum silver.

Could it be natural? Unlikely.

It was already the last day of October. Just eight more months of school left. -Sigh-

I better get myself together and tell him my feelings soon before he leaves this school for college.

He was a senior afterall.

But...was that his girlfriend I saw the other day? If she was, I should just give up and hide in my shell again.

This was the umpteenth time I was discouraged. It seems that loving someone like Sesshoumaru is a really hard thing to do...

Sesshoumaru's P.O.V.

Kagome interests me more and more. I remembered a few unforgettable moments we shared, though I doubted she remembered...

To me, they were important, but to her, they were just small things, soon to be forgotten...

Just as Sesshoumaru reached the steps leading to the upper level, a stack of books dropped.

He raised his head. 'What a clumsy person.'

He walked up, intending to ignore her, but decided against it.

Slowly, he bent down and gathered a good amount of books and returned it to her.

'Thank you,' Kagome said and gave him a grateful smile before continuing down the stairs.

That was a week into September. Although it was a small thing, he really wanted to see her smile at him again.

Then in October...something changed. By the end of the month, I suspected something was wrong with Kagome.

Why did I suspect something you ask? I'll tell you.

I walked along the cherry blossom filled road. At lunchtime, instead of joining the others, I enjoyed taking small walks. Strolls, if you will.

I took pleasure in the fresh and clean atmosphere around me and the untainted air.

The sound of nature, the smell, the scenery, it was all a part of me.

I would feel my troubles slowly being swept away as the wind gently tugged at my hair.

Then I noticed a figure leaning against a tree, concealed by the shadows of the tree's leaves.

I glared at the person with pure contempt. No one knew about this place, no one except me.

Not thinking clearly, I casually strolled over and confronted the person.

It was Kagome. She was leaning against the tree, head raised as if she was looking at the sky.

Her eyes were closed and she had a serene smile on her face, as if the best thing had happened to her.

I could feel my eyes narrow. Why was she so happy, so carefree?

Suddenly, the weight of my troubles returned, like a heavy burden strapped onto my shoulders.

Slowly, her eyes opened and she blinked once as if just noticing that she wasn't the only one.

Her eyes stared at my shoes, then traveled up slowly until she locked her eyes with mine.

As she did, an unusual tint of pink covered her cheeks. What would cause this unusual behavior?

"Hi, Sesshoumaru!" she chirped, but I could sense her discomfort.

I nodded my head once to acknowledge her, then took my place beside her.

She smiled again, then closed her eyes, feeling the gentle wind against her whole being.

"Do you enjoy nature?" I asked before I could stop myself.

Eyes still closed, she nodded.

"Why?" was my second question.

Her eyes opened as the wind stilled.

"Because it makes me feel whole, pure, as if nothing in the world could bring me down. When I see and feel nature, I feel peace. Other than that, no reason, I just needed to lift the burden off my shoulders if even for a little while, and be free from any pressure."

Her words soaked into my brain.

I simply stared. A well phrased explanation.

Then I followed her position and let my eyes close. Maybe I will share this place with her.

Afterall, she was the only one who could truly understand the beauty of nature.

I had no idea what time it was when I woke up. I realized I had fallen unsleep. Must have been because I didn't get enough sleep last night.

I looked around and saw Kagome sitting there, just watching me.

"Why didn't you wake me?" I had attempted to sound angry, but failed.

"Oh, no reason, I just wanted to watch you," she replied innocently. A little too innocently for my tastes.

"Alright, what do you want? Money? An autograph?" I joked. Strange, it seemed like it had been years since the last time my sense of humor was brought out.

"Nope. I want something of more value. Something priceless," there was a glint in her eyes.

Although we were still fooling around, what she wanted shocked me.

"I want a kiss. Afterall, a lovely maiden cut two classes just to watch you sleep. There's a price for that, you know. Alright, pay up," she giggled.

Her giggles ceased to become a surprised squeak and I wondered what had surprised her.

That was when I noticed that I was leaning in to kiss her.

She stood abruptly and just managed to avoid the kiss.

"We still have one more class. We better get back. Catch me if you can!"

Then she turned and ran like a child, laughing freely.

Unable to resist the urge, I merely grinned and ran after her.

Before parting to our last class of the day, She turned and said to me, "I had a great time this afternoon. I hope we can do this more often. Thank you."

She walked away quickly, not even waiting for my reply, but not before I caught a glimpse of her again.

She was blushing. Why?

Shrugging it off, I prepared myself for the last period.

After that last encounter, Kagome seemed to be avoiding me.

Had I perhaps, offended her in some way? Unlikely.

Author's P.O.V.

Sesshoumaru swore he would solve the mystery that was Kagome. But what he didn't know was that Kagome had developed a tiny crush on him.

Geez, he's really dense.

When someone avoids you and blushes everytime they see you, of course it's not because they were offended by something you did or said.

Ever consider the possibility that Kagome was merely shy to face you?

Get a clue. -Sigh-

Well actually, there's me to blame for writing Sesshoumaru the way he is, but oh well.

When the last days of school come, both would soon realize their true feelings for each other.

And although there will be envious people, there will also be those who will congratulate the couple and wish for their happiness.

Author's Note:

If you have any questions regarding this chapter/story, for example, things that confuse you or things you don't understand, please, feel free to ask me.

The plot of this story is created through my own imagination. There is absolutely no stealing, using, or borrowing unless you have been granted permission by myself.

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