Hello again! I got even more reviews, and I am so glad to hear that you are enjoying this story! My relatives are gone, and the house is actually QUIET! I'm taking advantage of the time alone to continue my story.

Suspicion

Kagome and the others sat, caught up in the movie. One channel was playing five of the old films in a row, and the group was enjoying the second one.

"I love old samurai movies." Inuyasha said.

"Me too." Sango said.

Kagome and Miroku nodded, too caught up in the movie to say anything. They all quieted down, and continued watching and munching on their snacks. They didn't say much until the end of the final movie, at which point they all began discussing the films excitedly.

" I love the part when he just showed up!" Kagome said.

"I know! The following fight looked so real!" Sango agreed.

"The one guy in the second movie looked a bit like Inuyasha."

"Not really Miroku." Inuyasha mumbled.

They continued to talk as they cleaned up and tried to find something else to do. They finally decided on an air hockey tournament. And hour later, Inuyasha and Sango were still at it, and Kagome and Miroku and given up watching and were watching TV. When Inuyasha and Sango finally gave up, because it was taking too long, it was time for everyone to go.

"We should get going." Kagome said.

"Wait up! I'll walk the first part with you." Sango called.

"Okay." Inuyasha said.

"What are we doing tomorrow?" Miroku asked.

"Um…. I don't know."

"We could go to the beach." Sango suggested.

"Beach?"

"Yeah Kagome, remember there's a lake nearby?" Inuyasha said jokingly.

"But I don't have a swimsuit."

"Well, if you don't mind Inuyasha, we could stop at my house, and Kagome could borrow one of mine."

"Fine by me."

"Oh thank you Sango!"

"It's no big deal."

"See you tomorrow!" Miroku called.

The walked to Sangos' house, and Inuyasha waited downstairs, while Kagome and Sango went upstairs to pick out a suit. When they returned ten minutes later, Kagome was carrying a package under her arm. They thanked Sango, and left for Inuyashas' house. Upon arrival, Kagome noticed a truck pulling out of the drive. The words on the side advertised a company that renovated bathrooms and kitchens.

"What do you think is going on?" Kagome inquired.

"Uh…. I don't know… maybe Arani finally decided to get her bathroom redone. It's in pretty bad shape."

"Hmm…." Kagome said.

Why don't I believe him?

Inuyasha winced. It was a horrible lie, but he COULDN'T tell her the truth. She seemed suspicious. They walked inside, where Arani was just hanging up the phone.

"Hey! Dinners almost ready; so don't get too comfortable."

"What are we having?" Inuyasha asked.

"Sukiyaki. Why?"

"Just wondering."

"I love sukiyaki!" Kagome said happily.

"That good, I hoped you would."

"Aranis' is the best." Inuyasha said.

"I haven't had it in so long…"

"It's the perfect choice then."

"I'm just going to put this in my room." Kagome said, holding out the package.

"I'm going to my room." Inuyasha told Arani.

Kagome was already out the door. As soon as she was gone, Inuyasha turned to Arani.

"She saw the truck."

"She did?"

"Yeah."

"What did you tell her?"

"That you had finally gotten your bathroom fixed."

"Okay. I'll be more careful."

Inuyasha left the room, headed upstairs to his room, and picked up the phone. He dialed Sangos' number, and waited for her to pick up.

"Hello?"

"Hey Sango, it's Inuyasha."

"What's up?"

"It's about Kagomes' room. We need to keep her out of the house until five each night until it's done."

"Okay."

He was still on the phone ten minutes later when Arani called them for supper. Getting no response, she sent Kagome up to get him. She neared his door, and heard him talking on the phone. Though his words were muffled, she could still make out a little of what he said.

"No. She has no idea what's going on."

There was a pause as the other person replied.

"Of course I'm not going to tell her until it's time."

Another pause.

"I understand. I should go anyway. Bye"

Kagome waited a moment, and then knocked on the door. Inuyasha opened it moments later.

"Oh, hey Kagome."

"Arani sent me up to tell you dinner's ready."

"Okay, thanks. I'll be down in a minute."

Kagome returned downstairs, and began eating, and Inuyasha entered shortly. After dinner and cleanup, Kagome went to her room to think, while Inuyasha went to his to practice guitar.

I wonder what that was all about? What isn't he telling me? It could be Arani, but I doubt it. What is going on here?

Inuyasha sat on his bed, strumming his guitar.

I hope she didn't hear any of that conversation. She didn't mention it, but she seemed wary when she saw that truck. She is too smart to just ignore it.

Kagome got dressed for bed and fell into a deep, troubled sleep.

She was exhausted, dizzy, and in immense pain when she arrived at her destination. It was the house of one of Kagomes' teachers. She would help her. Kagome reached out and rang the doorbell before sinking to sit on the porch. There was no answer. Kagomes' eyes welled up. Where was she to go? She pulled herself up, and struggled into the night.

When she woke up, she was in the wooded area of a park, she remembered that much, but why was she here? Then she remembered. She had come here to rest, because it was nearby, and because she was afraid of being in the open. If some pervert found her and tried to molest her, she wouldn't be able to fight him off. But, being so messed up, she couldn't remember where exactly she was. She began to wander, lost, hurt, and afraid.

Well, there you go, sorry to end it on a sad note, but it was the best place to stop. I almost feel like this will end in less than 15 chapters, unless the sequel is added right onto it. I want you opinions! Thanks again, Twilight.