Chapter 18: I'm here, I'll always be here.

It was the 24th, Chirstmas eve and Kagome was packing her clothes as she waited for the okay from Jakotsu before heading out. Kagome zipped up her bag and turned around as she saw Inuyasha doing sit-ups in only a white muscle shirt with long black gym trousers the music playing in the I-pod deck next to him. Kagome licked her lips as she saw how the muscles in his arms flexed and how the tension of the muscles in his back and shoulders contracted and the signs of sweat forming made Kagome's mouth water and her legs were getting much more limp and weak as she tried to hold in the picture of how she was massaging his shoulders and slowly gliding her hands down feeling all of his rough physique, lightly kissing his shoulder and hearing him moan her name.

"Hey shorty pass me a bottle of water from the fridge please?" Inuyasha said laying on the ground.

Kagome blushed as she was pulled out from her day-dream "Uh sure." Kagome ran over to the kitchen grabbing the water and hurrying back to him smiling "There you go." Kagome soon lost her smile as she looked at him "Today is the game, you think your ready for this?"

Inuyasha smiled and nodded as he punched the air "Hell yeah I'm ready! We are going to win no doubt about it."

Kagome smiled and nodded. "Is Kagome coming tonight?" Kagome herself asked finding it awkward that she didn't get an invite from him.

Inuyasha simply shook his head "I'm pretty sure she'd rather be with her family on Christmas eve."

Kagome sat down next to him on the floor and wrapped her arms around her knees. "Are you honestly okay with your parents not being here today or tomorrow? I find that hard to believe." Kagome did find it hard to believe. No matter how distant your parents had been with you, every child wishes and hopes for their parents to be there rooting for them no matter what, or there to have Christmas dinner and open presents. She mostly felt sad, because there was nothing she could do about it. She couldn't be with him because she had to be with her family. Yet she didn't want to leave him alone however she didn't know who he could stay with.

Inuyasha snorted and stood up "I don't care, they never showed any interest in me so why should I care. I'm too used to it to care anyway."

Kagome sighed and knew that she wouldn't get anywhere with him on this topic and so tried to change the subject. "Why do you think Kagome wouldn't want to come and see you. I'm pretty sure she will if she's your friend?"

Inuyasha sighed "I know she would, but I want her to spend time with her family. I don't want to use her just for my companionship. I want her to have a good Christmas I'll be fine on my own. I've always been on my own, nothing different this year." Inuyasha said smiling walking over to the kitchen.

Kagome was sad and felt her heart-break at his words. 'No-one deserves to be alone on Christmas no matter how used to it they are.'

Kagome sighed as she looked outside and what she saw made her eyes wide. "Inuyasha, it's snowing!"

Inuyasha turned around confused "Wha...snowing?" Inuyasha walked over to the window and his eyes widened wow it's snowing pretty harshly"

Kagome pressed her hands on the glass and looked down "Look Inuyasha, it's already building up. Let's go!" Kagome said grabbing his hand.

Inuyasha was confused "Go where?"

Kagome rolled her eyes "Outside where else?! Come on it's snowing we need to enjoy it as much as we can!"

Inuyasha was confused at Kazuki's enthusiasm, but nevertheless if it made his friend happy he would agree. So he quickly put on a black thick hoodie and tied up his hair in a hgih ponytail before grabbing the phone and wallet and leaving it in the dorm, he didn't want them to get wet.

Meanwhile Kagome had on grey sweats from before and simply put on her own hoodie which was red with her white trainers. She quickly made sure her wig was firmly placed on before placing her phone in...well technically her binder. Kagome saw Inuyasha get ready and she smiled.

'At least this might cheer you up...Inuyasha.'

Kagome jumped up excitedly and grabbed his hand once more. "Okay come on!"

Inuyasha couldn't help but chuckle at his friends excitement. "Alright I'm coming shorty be patient."

Kagome pouted "You clearly have not lived if you're not excited about playing in the snow."

Inuyasha looked at the ground. He remembered the one time it snowed it was in the year 2000, and it had been snowing. The snow was deep and it was amazing to play with. He remembered being so tiny...he ran out of the house with his hat, scarf, gloves, all smiles and ready to play. He would make snowballs, snowmen, snow angels, he would then throw those snowballs at...the tree. He could remember looking back at the house and seeing his older brother scowling from the window before walking away. His parents at home on the phone and on the computer, making appointments, schedules.

Baby Inuyasha would look to the ground...his eyes shut tightly, his tears falling and slipping from his eyes to fall on thesnow, deepening the whiteness with shades of grey. Just like his life. Inuyasha remembered how he would talk to the snowman, maybe hoping that he could come to life and be his friend, but the next day the snowman had melted or disappeared. Inuyasha would always sit by the window and pray to a star in the sky, that Santa Clause could hear his wish. His most desired wish...

To be a family.

Inuyasha shook his head as he saw a hand in his face. "Hey Inuyasha you okay? You spaced out on me?" Kagome asked confused at the sudden change of mood from him.

Inuyasha just shook his head and smirked before ruffling his hair. "Nothing shorty come on let's go."

Kagome saw him walk away and cocked her head to the side confused. However she simply shook it off and ran to catch up to him. Soon they were both outside, and Kagome ran into the centre where she could see other students running around and playing. They saw Miroku talking surprisingly with Hojo. Kagome ran up to them and waved "Hey guys! You out here for the snow as well."

Miroku and Hojo smiled "Off course! The snow is awesome no matter how old you get!"

Kagome smiled "Well I dragged Mr. Arrogant out here"

"Hey! Who you calling arrogant shorty!"

Kagome stuck her tongue out which made both Miroku and Hojo laugh.

Inuyasha growled playfully as he smirked "You'll pay for that!"

Kagome laughed as she ran "Oh yeah, try to catch me if you can slow poke!" Kagome used her running abilities as she ran as quick as she could.

Inuyasha smirked as he ran after him "You better run shorty!"

Kagome squealed as she saw him near, she then bent down and grabbed a snowball before throwing it at him. Inuyasha dodged it and in doing so he fell down. Kagome grabbed her stomach as she was laughing loudly "Hahaha! Y-You need to s-see your face!"

Inuyasha smirked and saw Kazuki was distracted, so he quickly created a snowball and threw it at him with his good arm and aimed it at his not expecting it felt cold snow hit her neck and face. She screamed at the cold and looked up scowling at the hanyou who did so. However her scowl was quickly overtaken by shock as she saw Inuyasha, for the first time in a while...laugh. Actually laugh. She saw how...calm and care free he looked. She then smiled and laughed herself before grabbing another snowball and running after him "Come here you! You'll regret that" Kagome said laughing. She covered her mouth as she threw the snowball and it had hit Hojo since Inuyasha ran behind him.

"Hojo I'm so sorry I didn't mean too-" Kagome felt another snowball and realised it was Hojo. Hojo smiled and laughed.

"Pay back." He said gently.

Kagome laughed and soon Miroku, Hojo, Kagome and Inuyasha were all throwing snowballs and trying to see how could it who the most. They soon made a snowman where both Kagome and Inuyasha were racing with. Miroku was with Inuyasha and Hojo was teamed with Kagome. They both made snowmen with Inuyasha and Miroku being the winner. Kagome quickly ran and grabbed a snowball she had made before hand, and crept up behind Inuyasha when he was busy with Miroku. She giggled as she threw the ball on top of his head. "Gotcha! Payback!" Kagome said before running.

Inuyasha not far behind with a broad grin on his face "Oh no you don't!" Inuyasha soon caught up with Kagome who squealed as she felt his arms wrap around her waist both falling on the snow before rolling around for a bit. They both landed with a thud, which caused Kagome to be at the bottom and Inuyasha at the top, Inuyasha quickly sat up as he looked somewhere else. Kagome couldn't help but be shocked at the position they both somehow managed to get into. Inuyasha stood up and outstretched his hand for her. Kagome looked at the hand and up to see his smiling face.

"Now who's the one that's got you." Inuyasha said smiling.

Kagome laughed as she accepted the gesture "Okay okay I admit you win." Kagome however was secretly having a battle between her mind and heart. Her brain was telling her to relax and calm down, but her heart was not obeying and get speeding up as she still felt hot and bothered from before.

'If only I was Kagome then!'

Kagome however felt her phone vibrate and went to grab it "Hello?"

"Hey Kaggie, ready to go when you are sweetheart."

Kagome smiled sadly as she looked towards Inuyasha who was with Miroku and Hojo. "Yeah, I'll be out in a few."

"Okay hun."

Kagome closed her phone and walked over to the others. "Hey guy's my ride is here, so I need to go. Inuyasha want to come inside with me?"

Inuyasha felt pain in his chest, as his ears dropped and his face saddened. He really didn't want him to go. He was having so much fun...fun he always wanted but never managed to have. However he knew Kazuki had a life and a family to go home too, and he wanted his friend to be happy so he simply nodded and smiled "No problem. Catch you guys later. Miroku see you later in practice, good luck for tonight man" Inuyasha said shaking his hand.

Miroku nodded and patted Inuyasha's back "You too man."

Inuyasha nodded at Hojo "See ya tonight man"

Hojo smiled and nodded. Kagome and Inuyasha both started to walk into the building, both talking and awfully closer than usual. Miroku looked closely "I wonder what Kazuki must have done to earn such trust from Inuyasha?"

Hojo smiled as he stuffed his hands in his pockets. 'She was just being Kagome'

Kagome grabbed her bag as Inuyasha was leaning against he door frame, his head down and his smile from before gone. "Well I'm ready. Are you sure you don't' want to contact Kagome? I'm pretty sure she'd want to come?"

Inuyasha shook his head "I doubt it."

Kagome placed her hand on his shoulder, causing Inuyasha to look up. Kagome smiled and nodded "Just try, I promise you she'll say yes."

Inuyasha sighed and smirked before scratching the back of his neck "I'll try, you just have fun and I'll see you tonight."

Kagome smiled sadly. 'Inuyasha's, always thinking of other people and never himself.'

Kagome nodded "I'll definitely be there no doubt about it. See you tonight Mr. Arrogant."

"Oi!" Inuyasha said smirking. He then closed the door as soon as Kazuki was out and sighed before taking of his hoodie and walking over to the bathroom.

Inuyasha sighed and sat on the floor his head down with his bangs covering his face as his tear-stained cheeks were welcoming new fresh tears. Inuyasha's shoulders shook as he bent one knee looking at the ground solemnly.

"Alone, why am I always alone?" Inuyasha asked this question over and over in his head. It was always like this, every year. Every year since he was three he would hide in his bathroom put the shower on, and would lay on the polished floor of the expensive mansion and cry his little heart out as his parents broke their promise over and over again. He would hug himself and sing himself to sleep, waking up near the middle of the night scared of the darkness and walking over to his bed where he cuddled with his teddy and would wish and hope that his parents were there tomorrow. He knew that would never happen though, now as a young adult, looking back at his small shaking from he knew how pathetic it was to cry. To cry for no reason, when no-body could hear you.

He then heard his phone buzz and he answered it seeing it was from 'Kagome'

Inuyasha smiled as he read the message.

'Hey this is Kagome ;) I hear you have a game tonight. Mind if I come along?'

-Kagome-

Inuyasha sniffed as he rubbed the tears from his eyes away. He smiled as he thought about how one simple girl and one tiny friend could bring his spirits up. It'd be cool if Kazuki and Kagome were both one person, gosh that'd be perfect. But he loved having Kazuki around just as much as Kagome. He then started typing back, once he sent the message, he felt a new refound surge of energy run through him as he jumped up.

"I will win tonight. The Lynx's will win."

Kagome was still in the car with Jakotsu as she received a message.

'I'd love that. As long as you only cheer for me ;)'

-Inuyasha-

Kagome laughed and put her phone away. Jakotsu noticed this and smiled "So I see this boy is turning into more than a friend eh?"

Kagome blushed and looked away. Jakotsu sighed and stopped outside her house. "Kaggie, hun I'm pretty sure you've probably had this conversation with Sango. But you have to be careful. For me okay? Promise for me?"

Kagome sighed and nodded "Thanks Jay, I'll see you tonight?" Kagome said giving a tired smile. Jakotsu nodded as he smiled. Kagome got out of the car and ran straight into the house.

"I'm hoooome!"

Kagome saw her mother Ayuka walk out wiping her hands on her apron "Oh Kagome honey your home." Ayuka ran to Kagome and both girls embraced each other tightly.

"Hi mum, where's dad?" Kagome asked confused, usually he would be home at this time.

Ayuka smiled "Oh he's just out to do some late night shopping for me. He will be here soon."

"Honey I'm home!" Kenji's voice sounded.

Kagome and Ayuka laughed "Well look at that timing."

Kenji walked in and saw Kagome he smiled and dropped the bags "Come here squirt!" Kagome smiled and ran into Kenji's embrace.

"Happy Christmas eve dad."

Kenji smiled and nodded "Hey Sango and Kohaku told me about some basketball game that's happening at his school. Want to go to support your brother?" Kenji asked his daughter.

Kagome smiled 'Yes perfect excuse'

"Yeah dad I'd love too, thanks." Kagome kissed his cheek and ran up the stairs. She walked into her room and saw Sango with her ear phones in and listening to music as she was dancing around the room. Kagome covered her mouth as she giggled and yelled "SANGO!"

Sango jumped into the air and turned around, placing one hand on her chest "Oh my god Kag's would you stop that!"

Kagome laughed and hugged her sister "Nice to see you too Sango."

Sango sighed and hugged Kagome tightly "You baka" Sango whispered in her ear. Kagome laughed and moved back. "Happy Christmas eve"

Sango smiled "Happy Christmas eve Kag's. I heard there's the second round of the championships going on tonight. Are we doing the same routine as before?"

Kagome nodded "You bet, I have to be there to support him, and I know he'd want the real me to be there too." Kagome walked back and laid down on her bed. "Ooooh how I've missed you bed." Kagome said snuggling into her pillow.

Sango blinked three times and sighed "You really are a baka." Kagome stuck her tongue out and huffed.

Kohaku entered with his game boy in hand "Yo sis, we doing the same shit as last time tonight?" Kohaku asked indirectly towards Kagome as his eyes were focused on his game.

Sango bonked Kohaku on the head "No swearing at your age!"

Kohaku glared "Sheeesh calm down sis."

Sango huffed and crossed her arms, whilst Kagome laughed gently "Yep, so I'll need your help again guys if you don't mind?" Kagome asked biting her bottom lip.

Kohaku shook his head "No Problem sis, when do we leave?" Kohaku moved his gaze from his game to Kagome's figure.

Kagome looked at the time "Well it's currently 5:30 and the game starts at 7:00 so I guess we leave in an hour."

Kohaku nodded "Okay so I have more time to play. Cool Jay's picking us up right?"

Kagome nodded. Koahku smiled and walked out to go to his room. Sango sighed as she sat down in the desk chair "So how's everything going with Inuyasha?"

Kagome smiled "Everythings fine. But...he has no-one to spend Christmas with since his family are currently still in America."

Sango sighed and shook her head "That's horrible, does he have no other family members?"

Kagome sighed and shook her head "Only an older half-brother but he doesn't even care about him, so he's definitely of the list of 'family'"

Sango looked at Kagome and leaned forward so both of her hands supported her chin. "Oh Kaggie I'm sure he will be fine, he's strong and-"

"That's the thing Sango, he deserves someone to be there with him. He has no-one Sango, I want to help him but I can't."Kagome looked at the floor sadly. "I can't do anything, other than support him tonight."

Sango nodded "Then do just that Kaggie, support him tonight, make him feel like he has someone there. Who was the one that told me 'family doesn't need to be related by blood, but by love' you know that better than any body else here Kag's. Make him see that."

Kagome nodded and embraced Sango. Her long ebony hair gently falling over her shoulder. 'I'll make sure your not alone Inuyasha. Never alone.'

"OKAY COME ONE, PUT SOME BACK INTO IT, THE GAME IS IN ONE HOUR!" The coach said blowing his whistle. Inuyasha was panting as he finished the last of the warm-ups. He turned to see Koga glaring at him as he bared his fangs slightly. Inuyasha did the same, but he wiped his chin letting him know that if he messed with him he wouldn't hold back. Inuyasha had the same clothes he had on this morning before the snow fight, they were only to wear the uniform during the game. Inuyasha went and sat down on the benches as he drank some water, Miroku walked up to Inuyasha and sat down next to him.

"Yo Yasha, what's going on between you and Koga, I haven't seen you hang out with each other any more?"

Inuyasha growled "He's just being a bastard. No big deal."

Miroku frowned "Well it is a big deal to me, you two are my friends, but seeing you both like this reminds me of primary school. It must have been serious if you're both threatening each other."

Inuyasha sighed "Nothing he's just pissed because I'm friends with Kagome."

Miroku's eyes widened slightly "Kagome? Ooooh that girl we met at the festival that time. So I'm guessing you both got closer then huh. And what, Koga doesn't like that?"

Inuyasha nodded "basically, even after calling her all those disgusting names, he still had the nerve to claim Kagome after he cold heartedly dumped her without an honest reason." Inuyasha was getting angrier, and he knew if he carried on with this conversation he would end up hurting someone. "Listen Miroku let's just play tonight, and I promise I won't do anything."

Miroku nodded and sighed before placing his hand on his friend's shoulder "Okay, but please be careful man."

Inuyasha nodded. He looked back to see Koga on the phone, a pissed of expression on his face. 'Who the hell is he talking to?'

"How the fuck do you know that Kagome is Kazuki? Do you know how fucked up that sounds."

Kikyo gave an evil laugh "Oh Koga, you honestly need to read between the lines dear. Kazuki will be there tonight, keep a close eye on him and you'll see for yourself. Just remember our deal."

Koga growled.

"Oh wolfy don't be so angry. We both will get what we want if my suspicions are correct. If Kazuki is really Kagome, then Inuyasha will hate her, I'll comfort him and win him back, whilst you comfort Kagome and we both get what we want."

Koga huffed "Your riding a lot of this deal on just a suspicion. Kagome wouldn't do something like this, and I haven't agreed yet."

Kikyo laughed "Oh you will sweetie. You will." And with that the call ended.

Koga growled and turned to Inuyasha he saw him talk with Miroku some more. Koga growled.

Kagome and the others were parked outside the school and one by one they all got out. Kagome was dressed as Kazuki, and the plan was to change in the same rhythm as before. Jakotsu held Kagome's arm and whispered in her ear. "Careful, because last time I saw Kikyo staring at you suspiciously. Keep it on the down low, and don't be so close to her." Kagome was shocked. She never thought that Kikyo would pay attention to her. Kagome nodded and made sure she would be more careful than last time. If anybody was to tell Inuyasha who she was, it was going to be her. Jakotsu knew about Kikyo from Sango who hated her guts. Literally.

Kagome kissed Kohaku ont he forehead and embraced Sango tightly. "Okay I'm going to find Inuyasha. Kohaku you have the bag?"

Kohaku nodded and raised the bag. Kagome smiled "Good I'll meet you by the changing rooms again. You all find a space on the bleachers and enjoy the game, I'll make sure to keep it on the down low. She nodded to Jay and Sango and ran off to find Inuyasha.

Inuyasha was standing outside of the changing rooms, his sleeveless black shirt with and shorts with the white outline and the number 1 on the front and the back, phone by his ear "One message at 5:54. BEEP. 'Hello son, it is your father. We are still stuck in America and we have a very big meeting tomorrow morning so we cannot come for Christmas. However we have sent gifts for you and your friends, you should have it delivered by tomorrow morning. Remember son we are keeping the business up and running for when you take over...dear please don't give him that talk again...But Izayoi he has too...oh shush Taisho...son it's your mother Merry Christmas for tomorrow, we both love you and we will arrive as soon as we can. Have a very good Christmas my son, we love you.' END OF MESSAGES.

Inuyasha growled and slammed his phone shut. He was about to throw it on the floor, however he saw Kazuki run up to him and he just sighed and threw it into his pocket. He put on a smile and soon heard Kazuki call him and wave. "Inuyasha!"

Inuyasha smiled and waved back making sure to keep smiling for Kazuki's sake. "Hey shorty you made it early." Inuyasha said ruffling Kazuki's hair again.

Kagome shook his hand out of the way and smiled "Well I wanted to make sure I was early to tell you good luck, oh and Sango told me that Kagome will be a little late, but she will be here."

Inuyasha smiled and let out a slow breath 'Thank god she's still coming'

Inuyasha nodded "Well the game starts in fifteen minutes, why don't you go find a space since we'll be out soon."

Kagome nodded and smiled before giving him the thumbs up. "I know you'll do well. Good luck!" Kagome ran back and waved once before leaving out of sight.

Kagome ran to the bleachers and saw Jakotsu standing around the middle top with Sango next to him. Both sitting down and talking. Kagome smiled and ran up. "Hey guys, is Kohaku-"

"Behind the bleachers." Both Sango and Jakotsu said pointing in the same direction. They all laughed and Kagome nodded.

Kagome ran down the steps of the bleachers and spotted Kohaku on his phone. "Pst, Kohaku I'm here" Kagome said quietly.

Kohaku looked up and nodded "Right everything's here when the teams leave the changing rooms we'll go in."

Kagome nodded and went back to the front hearing the buzzer sound. The game was about to start.

"Okay, welcome ladies and gentleman to the second round of the CHAMPIONSHIPS!"

Everybody from Fukuoka High and Tama High cheered loudly. Cheerleaders danced and jumped as they waved their pompoms and cheered for their team, whilst mascots were running around. Kagome cheered herself as she saw Inuyasha in front of everybody else ready and in position in one corner.

He was the leader. And Kagome was proud of him.

"Okay so tonight's games are being played by the LYNX'S! AND THE TAMA'S!" More cheers sounded and the announcer spoke again "First of let us present the LYNX'S!" Kagome cheered loudly with everybody else as she saw Inuyasha run out with the rest of the team including Koga behind him. Inuyasha ran around the gym once waving and winking as he smiled at Kazuki. Kagome nodded and waved back. "Go Inuyasha!" She cheered as she jumped up and down.

"Next can I introduce the TAMAS!" Soon that team ran out and most people from Fukuoka booed as they came out. Kagome found this as an opportunity to run back. She saw Kohaku by the changing rooms and grabbed the bag.

"Remind me that I owe you two" Kagome said ruffling his hair.

Kohaku rolled his eyes and smiled "I know, now go get changed!"

Kagome quickly ran into the changing room and took of the trousers revealing a black pleated skirt this time that reached just above her knees. She then took of her hoodie to reveal a white tank top, and took out a mini black cardigan from the bag before putting it on and leaving her black and white converses of. She then quickly took of her wig putting it into the bag before shaking her hair out allowing her black ebony curls to be set free. She then ran out and gave the bag to Kohaku before running to the front. She kept an eye out for Kikyo as she saw her looking into her direction from above the bleachers on the other side. Jakotsu was right, she had to be careful. Kagome saw Inuyasha stand in centre position, and saw the referee with the whistle in his mouth and the basketball in one hand. "Okay remember the rules there is not allowed to be hitting, pushing, slapping, holding, Illegal pic/screen meaning no tripping the other on purpose. You can't walk or travel with the ball, no double dribbling, and passes need to be quick no time consuming. If anyone breaks any of these rules, then the team will have a warning. Three warnings throughout this whole journey and you are disqualified."

Inuyasha jumped up and hit the ball roughly passing it to Miroku who was ready for it. Miroku grabbed it and dribbled the ball passing it to Koga. Koga caught the ball and side stepped another player as he passed it to another player. Inuyasha ran to the right side of the goal and saw the ball come towards him, a member of the Tama's jumped in front but failed as Inuyasha jumped up and grabbed the ball slamming it into the basket.

"WOW NOT EVEN A MINUTE INTO THE GAME AND THE LYNX'S ALREADY SCORE ONE NIL!"

Cheers from Fukuoka high including Sango and Jakotsu roared in the gym as the team players patted Inuyasha on the back. Inuyasha smiled and turned to hear a specific voice shouting his name. He turned and grinned as he saw Kagome clap and cheering, hands around her mouth as she shouted his name.

"Inuyasha! GO INUYASHA!" Kagome cheered.

Inuyasha ran over and quickly stood in front of her. "You came."

Kagome nodded "I told you I would. I'll always come."

Inuyasha smiled and looked into her eyes, his heart-felt so warm knowing that her smile and cheers were only for him. Kagome was about to say something when somebody called Inuyasha's name. "Inuyasha centre!"

Inuyasha winked at Kagome before running back "Cheer me on Kag's!"

Kagome laughed as she waved. 'Always'

The referee was ready with the ball as he blew the whistle once again. Inuyasha jumped up and once again hit the ball in record time passing it to Koga. Koga dribbled the ball and passed it to Miroku, all the while paying close attention to Kagome. He growled knowing that she was here to support the mutt face and not him.

Kagome noticed Koga staring and she glared back 'I need to be careful' Kagome turned around to see a manicured hand on her shoulder. "Kikyo" Kagome said with venom in her voice.

Kikyo giggled "I see your cheering on my man, how fitting, however please leave that privilege to me darling, and go sit in your pathetic boring little circle of loneliness."

Kagome swatted her hand away "The one who took advantage of the privilege was you when you cheated on him Kinky-ho, and I'd watch out what you say if you know what's good for you."

Kikyo glared evilly "So I wonder where Kazuki is hm?"

Kagome froze. 'fuck I need this bitch of my case!' As soon as she heard this she heard Sango's voice appear.

"Why what an unexpected surprise if it isn't the hoe." Kagome smiled gratefully at Sango as she turned around verifying it was her.

Kikyo humphed "We'll talk later Ka-go-me. Watch it." Kikyo said venomously before walking off in her black six-inch stiletto heels.

Sango growled "Oh how I want to kick that sorry bitch's ass!"

Kagome laughed. Kagome soon changed another three times, before deciding to stay as Kagome this time as the game neared its end.

"AND THE LYNX'S WON BY 6 2! THE LYNX'S ARE GOING TO ROUND THREE1 CONGRATULATIONS YOU ARE THE WINNER!" The commenter announced. Inuyasha laughed and smiled as he turned to see Kagome but no Kazuki. Maybe he left early? Oh well Inuyasha was so happy as his team mates all praised him for shooting the goals.

Kagome saw everybody start to leave and was getting pushed around. Kagome walked out of the gym and waited for the others. She eventually saw Jakotsu, Sango and Kohaku come out. "Hey guy's."

Sango smiled "It all went well at least."

Jakotsu nodded "Yes, come on I'll take you all home."

Kagome looked down and bit her lip "Um, guys can I...is it alright if I stay for a bit longer. I just want to spend a little more time with Inuyasha."

Sango looked sad and worried, however Kohaku and Jakotsu nodded "Come on Sango."

Sango nodded slowly and held Kagome's hand tightly before walking away with the others.

Kagome took a deep breath and saw everybody had left. Except Inuyasha. She slowly walked in and hid behind the bleachers. She saw him standing in the middle of the gym, bouncing a ball in the same stance and position. Kagome then noticed how he looked up and threw the ball into the hoop, succeeding. Inuyasha ran to grab the ball and ran back to the centre. Kagome could hear by the how hard the ball was hitting the ground that he wasn't happy. Kagome saw his eyes fill up with anger, his body locked in frustration. He threw the ball and growled. Kagome placed a lock of hair behind her ear and straightened out her skirt. Slowly she walked out. Inuyasha swivelled his ears and turned around smiling once he saw who it was.

"K-Kagome? I thought you'd leave." Inuyasha asked in confusion.

Kagome smiled and placed both her hands behind her back. "Well I couldn't leave without congratulating the big star could I now"

Inuyasha blushed and looked down the ball still in his hand. Kagome smiled and snatched the ball from his hand before running to the goal and jumping slightly as Inuyasha had taught Kazuki and Kagome, throwing the ball which fell perfectly in the hoop. Inuyasha's eyes widened as Kagome turned around smirking. "Why do you look so surprised, if I remember correctly someone taught me how to do that." Kagome said smiling sweetly, she grabbed the ball once again and turned around walking up to him, her ebony hair thrown over her shoulder, her fringe somewhat messy.

Inuyasha smiled and rubbed the back of his neck as he placed his hands in his pockets. "I guess that person taught you well."

Kagome carried on smiling as she nodded bouncing the ball once. She then looked up and licked her bottom lip. "Why are you so tense?"

Inuyasha was confused yet a little taken aback. "What?"

Kagome sighed and walked closer to him, twirling the ball between both her hands. "Well...I can sense that you aren't happy as you should be. Tell me what's wrong?"

Inuyasha sighed as he looked down "Honestly it's nothing."

Kagome thought for a moment before speaking again "Okay well, aren't you going to be with your family it is Christmas eve."

Inuyasha growled and Kagome knew instantly that was the problem. 'Oh Inuyasha. Why do you have to...want to suffer alone. You don't need to any more I'll make sure of it.'

Inuyasha turned around "They're to busy to see me. I get presents delivered tomorrow though so no big deal."

Kagome threw the ball away and stepped in front of him, cupping his cheeks so he looked at her. She rubbed her thumbs gently over his cheeks, her eyes staring into his, as if it was trying to find the source of pain and take it away. Kagome moved closer and leaned her forehead against his. "Stop thinking you have to go through this alone. I'm here, not just as a random girl but as your friend and...I just want you to know that you don't' have to hold it in.I'm here, I'll always be here." Kagome wrapped her arms around his waist and pressed her cheek against his chest. Her hands went behind his shoulders and hugged him closer to her.

Inuyasha was wide-eyed, when he felt her arms wrap around him he felt as if a great burden was lifted from his chest. He hadn't even said anything, yet she had the power to make all his worried go away, she made all his anger melt away and all his frustration evaporate from his mind. She made his body feel warm and loved. Inuyasha felt his own arms raise and move to embrace her tightly. He pressed his nose against her neck sniffing her intoxicating scent. Inuyasha felt Kagome tighten her hold on his shirt letting him know she appreciated the gesture. Inuyasha moved his head back a little, as his hands slowly and gently caressed her hips, waist, arms, neck to land on her cheeks. Inuyasha looked straight into her eyes trying to find any sort of lie or fakery. But he couldn't find any.

"Kagome...do you mean it? Do you really...do you really mean it?"

Kagome smiled "Off course I mean it. Inuyasha you are an amazing guy, and even if your parents aren't here, it doesn't mean you have to suffer alone. You have me, Miroku, Kazuki, Hojo, you need to know that you aren't ever alone, and no matter what happens I promise I will never leave. I will be here, I'll always be here. You saved me Inuyasha, you made me feel whole again, you allowed my heart to come alive and allowed my dark emotions to be replaced by amazing memories. And it's all because of you Inuyasha."

Inuyasha felt like crying, at that moment. God what Kagome could do to him. He looked into her eyes some more before feeling her own hands leave his back and slowly land on his chest. Inuyasha looked down to see her plump cherry red lips and couldn't help the pull any longer. He bent down and quickly captured her lips with his. Kagome's eyes widened at the sudden gesture. God this was so wrong!...yet...so right...Kagome's eyes closed completely and her arms wrapped around his neck pulling him deeper into the kiss. Inuyasha's deepened the kiss by placing one hand behind her head and the other around her waist. He plunged his tongue into her mouth causing her to give out a slight moan of pleasure. Kagome instantly answered as both their tongues played together in a dance of dominance. They broke apart for a millisecond before tilting their head's and locking lips once again. Both of Inuyasha's arms wrapped around her waist lifting as he brought her body closer. Kagome giggled into the kiss as she tightened her hold around his neck. Both of their mouths opened and closed in sync as both their hearts were beating rapidly, both of their emotion and want, need for each other becoming apparent and free from the bindings it had on the other's hearts.

Kagome looked into his eyes "Merry Christmas Inuyasha"

"Merry Christmas Kagome"

And soon both teens fell into each other's arms once more, enjoying this little moment that they might never have again.

Koga looked from the sidelines as his eyes narrowed. His anger rising and his eyes burning with anger. His best friend betrayed him. Koga walked away with a scowl on his face. And a heart filled with hatred.

Hey there everybody! I know it's too early till Christmas but what the heck ^.^ So sorry for the long update! I hope this long chappie can make up for it! I wanted to add some of Inuyasha's past memories and painful childhood experiences, just so you all could understand more about his background. Thank you to a guest who gave me the idea of a snowball fight. This idea was perfect as it allowed me to add in emotional attachment between Kazuki and Inuyasha, and Kagome and Inuyasha. Well I hope you all enjoyed and I can't wait to read your reviews! ^^ Any ideas tell me and I'll try to fit it in somewhere. By the way thank you so much to you all for allowing me to reach to 300 REVIEWS! YAAAAY! ^^

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