^*Secrets of Memories*^
CHAPTER 4: Headed Home, and Back to School
Disclaimer: Must I say it again!? *Sigh* Fine..I don't own Inuyasha, the wonderful Rumiko Takahashi owns him. Lucky duck. I may not own him but i'll own a plushie of him someday! *walks off to hunt down plushie*
Special Thanks: blairwitchproject- thanx for reviewing!...and you'll just have to read on to find out if it's Inuyasha ^-^ hehe hope ya enjoy!
Avalone- i'm glad you loved it ^-^ it makes me happy to know someone out there likes what i'm doing. you've reviewed each chappy so far.. thnx!! it made my day to see that! ur awesome. well here's more! enjoy!
~words~ are thoughts "words" are what's said **words** are flashbacks -.- are change of place
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That night doctors worked hard on Kagome's weakening body. They gave her stitches where needed, and a blood transfusion considering the good amount of blood she had lost.
By now it was morning, and Kagome seemed to be resting well. Even though she kept slipping in and out of consciousness throughout the entire day.
Her family was there along with Sango and Miroku. The doctors had told them that the two had found Kagome just in time. If Miroku had not brought her to the hospital, who knows what would have happened.
The thought of that made the two very uptight. They knew who had done this to Kagome, but it would do no good to tell the police. They would never find him or be able to convict him of such a thing, seeing as how his father is a top business man. People have tried before and failed miserably.
Miroku and Sango looked up as they heard footsteps approaching them. It was Kagome's mother.
"Sango..Miroku... I just wanted to thank you two again. You truley have been great friends to Kagome, and I owe you her life." The couple just smiled at her and gave her a small nod. She smiled greatfully, back at them before she spoke again.
"Do you need a ride home, you've both been here so long. I'm taking Sota, Grandfather, and Kaede home. It would be no hassle to bring you home as well..." she was cut off before she could go on with the shaking heads of the couple. "We'll be fine Mrs. Higurashi, please don't worry." Miroku told her reassuringly.
"Yea, we're going to stay a while longer. We can find a ride, and tell your husband thank-you for his generous offer, but no thanks" Sango said. Kagome's mother just nodded knowing of the money her husband had offered them being the business man that he was.
"Well, we are in much debt to the two of you, but I will inform him of your decision. We really appreciate everything, you two have been wonderful helping us through this troubling time. I know he says the same, I only wish he could say it in person" she sighed out her last words, for his job was keeping him away even though such bad times.
"We understand, and It's no trouble. We know how you feel, and we'd help even if it was Sota" Sango told her hoping for a slight smile. Miroku continued on for her.
"You guys are just a bigger part of our family's. We know that you would all do the same." the woman smiled and nodded her head at the statement knowing what they were saying was true. She bowed to them, in understanding that they would not be leaving, and made her way to where Sota, Kaede, and her father had been waiting.
Miroku and Sango waited until the group was out of sight before they stood up and entered Kagome's Room. They just stared at their sleeping friend. It was so hard to see her like this, and they hated it. They both would do anything to switch places with the young girl right about now.
But that was not possible. Sango just stared at her bruises and cuts that were healing now. Her eyes started to water and she did not try to stop them. The tears flowed freely down her face in silence, until she felt a hand wiping them away.
It was Miroku, he was giving her the best smile he could manage to comfort Sango. He knew she was hurting, they all were. He just kept thinking about how if they had gotten to her sooner that they might have been able to stop Naraku or something.
Sango eyes searched Miroku's for comfort. She had known him for so long, and could not stand seeing either of her friends hurt in any way. "If we...*hiccup* just got there sooner...then-" she was cut off by strong arms wrapping around her.
Miroku had pulled her into a hug not wanting her to continue saying his thoughts. ~We should not think like that. We did the best we could. Kagome is going to be alright, and that is what really matters. Sango, I hate to see you like this. I wish I could take away all the pain, I really do~
He could feel Sango tighten her grip around his chest. He didn't mind, he knew she was suffering, and this was not a time to try and make a move on her. All he could do was comfort her. He rubbed her back soothingly as he lightly hushed her. Her cries began to soften, and soon the couple just stood there in their embrace, neither wanting to let go.
Miroku kissed Sango's forhead, letting her know he was still there. He just stood there with their arms wrapped around one an other, with the girl he had been crushing on for the longest time, and did nothing. He did not want to push his luck and make her more upset. Sango just blushed at the contact, and finally came back to reality with her wide eyes going back to normal.
~What am I doing!? I can't believe how pathetic I am being, and in front of all people. Go figure, it had to be Miroku. This is so not the time to bring up feelings, not while Kagome's like this. It just wouldn't be right. But his arms are so warm, and that kiss...I wish it had been on my lips. GOD! What am I thinking! He would never feel that way. Sango get those thoughts out of your head and start thinking realisticly!~
Sango finally broke the embrace as she pulled away from Miroku's warm chest. He tried to stop her, but finally gave in knowing her determination. So much ran through her eyes. He could not tell what she was thinking about, but she had a distant look on her face as she spoke.
"I'm sorry Miroku, I didn't mean to- It was just I-" he cut her off again, placing his hand lightly over her mouth. "Sango, no need to apologize, really. I understand" he smiled gently at her. His heart breaking the whole time, as he tried to hide it all. He gently pulled his hand away as he covered his eyes with his bangs and told her he was sorry about the kiss.
~How could you have thought she really wanted you idiot! She wouldn't want some stupid lechurious monk keeping her company, less likely kissing her. Damn Miroku you are so stupid. Sure you were only trying to comfort her, but now you've probably made her even more upset. Sango will probably never open up like that again. Not that I want to see her cry, but she always holds up a shield. I just wish..damn I need to get these thoughts out of my head before my heart crumbles even more.~
"Why don't we get going Sango, It's getting late. I'm sure Kagome will be fine, and they will call if there are any problems" Sango just nodded, as she followed him out of the room and out of the hospital. She was not sure what the look in his eyes was before, but now things just seemed a little off and she was not sure how to fix it.
Night dragged on as rain poored down hard. It shook the houses and lit up the sky. Reminding those in the hospital of the previous, faitful night in which the young girl Kagome was brought in.
Morning soon awoke to bright, clear skies. A new day had begun, and the staff at the hospital could only hope the same for all of their patients.
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Days had come and gone, and Kagome was doing better. No longer was she in and out of consiousness like before, but she was up smiling and eating food to help regain her strength.
Everyone was happy to see this and tried to hide their worried glances that had appeared on their faces just days ago. Everyone pushed their thoughts of revenge aside, and were just happy to see their friend returning to normal.
The doctors had said that Kagome was healing nicely, and that tomorrow she would be able to finally return home. She would rest there for a couple of days before returning back to school.
School, the thought of it just made Kagome's skin crawl. She didn't want to go back and see the vile beast! She did not want to be reminded of the things that he had done and was capable of doing. Even though, she agreed to return for her friends. They would always be there for her, like they were that night. They were a Trio and Kagome was not about to break that.
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Far off, in an other town, was an uneasy hnayou. For the last couple of days something had been renching at his stomach.
Inuyasha had no idea what this feeling was, but he hated every second of it. The only thing he was able to do without thinking about it was packing.
They were moving again. His family hadn't told him where yet, even Sesshoumoru did not know. That was rare, he usually found out what their parents were planning in a day or so. Yet, no such luck happened this time.
All their parents would say was-"We're moing you two, so you need to pack. I know it is sudden, but please understand with your fathers job" their mother had said.
"If there was something I could do you know I would. But they are very demanding. So, pack your things by the end of the week" Inutashio told his sons as he stole several guilty glances at his wife.(Does anyone know Inuyashas' mothers name is? If so can you tell me cause I don't want to keep calling her by their mother or his wife. And if not I guess I'll make one up.please tell I'd appreciate it! Thnx!^-^)
The two brothers had just nodded in agreement knowing that there was something up, but descided not to ask.
So, there was Inuyasha all week, packing his things like his father had asked. They were leaving in two days, and jumping right into their new schools.
Inuyasha did not want to move again. It made him think of the last time they moved, which just caused the feeling in his stomach to grow worse. If it had anything to do with Kagome or her family, all he could do was hope they were ok.
With his final thoughts, his father called to him signaling it was time for practice with Sesshoumaru. Inuyasha sighed as he heived himself toward the backyard, this was the last one before they moved. He hoped they would have as nice of a training place as they did here.
Inuyasha pushed those thoughts out of his head, as he readied himself for the fight just like he was taught so many times before. An image of Kagome in a bed flickered across his mind for a brief second. He stood stunned before heading to his destination. Trying his best to suppress his feelings about everything was going to be hard this time around.
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Her nurse walked into the room with ease. His usual clipboard held tightly in his grasp. He was a handsome man, and he held a warm smile each time he entered the room. The girl on the bed turned to him as he entered her quarters.
"So, how are you feeling today hunnie?" The girl giggled at this nickname (considering any nickname given to her by someone other than Naraku was flatering) slightly before giving him one of her cheesy, fake smiles hoping he would fall for it and be on his way after checking the chart.
It didn't work however, and his smile faultered. "No, really Kagome how are you? Don't lie, that fight was really bad." The boy's eyes held a seriousness and caring in them that the young girl just could not avoid.
Kagome let out a heavy sigh as her eyes traveled to her bed, closing, and then moving to the window to see the breathe taking view she could only see from her bed.
"I thought so..." The young man made his way over to her bed and sat down next to her as a single tear graced her face. He gently brushed it away as he turned her gaze back to his. Sadness filled her gaze instead of the usual bubbly happiness.
"I know you don't like this, it sucks! But it shall get better. Don't lose hope too quickly. After all...I'm here for you!" the man spoke this as he finished off with a victorious grin.
Kagome smiled and nodded her head, giving the boy what he had wanted to achieve. With her spirits slightly hightened the boy rose from the bed, grabbing the clippboard on his way.
"I must be going, but I'll be back later when my shift is done. If that's all right with you?" Kagome nodded slightly to him with a thank-you twinkling in her eyes. She nodded again more eagerly than before to show she wished for him to visit her.
The man bowed before departing, once again with a soft smile upon his pleasant features. The room filled with an eerie silence once he was gone, and then Kagome was left to her thoughts, yet again.
~Damn that JERK! He'll pay for doing this to me. I can't even use my voice thanks to him, how pathetic!*sigh* I'm glad I have friends like Devin to keep me sane~ (Did any of you think it was Hojo? hehe I was thinking about it, but I just decided against it and put my friend in here. But don't owrry, like it says in the summary, this is an I/Ka fic! ^-^)
With her final thoughts on her departed friend and others, Kagome stole one last glance at the beautiful view beside her before dozing off into a deep slumber.
Sweet dreams wavored memories of happy times, and for once these memories did not bother her, but brought comfort as a smile planted upon her elegant lips. A true sleeping beauty hoping to awaken to a new and better day.
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The birds chirped as Kagome awoke to the beautiful day outside. It was Friday, so Sango and Miroku would be visiting her after they got out of school. A chill ran through her body as she thought of what happened again.
Kagome pushed the thoughts to the back of her mind as she got out of her bed slowly. She walked over to her clothes that her mother had already placed there for her to change into.
She was finally going home. That thought put a smile on her face as she dressed herself into the bright yellow dress and baby, blue sweater. It was a cute outfit, her mother could always pick something she liked.
She finished and walked gently over to the mirror in the room. Her hair was a mess from being bed ridden for so long, but other than that she looked pretty. Her bruises were barely visible and the stitches were not able to be seen. She smiled at that fact.
She had worried enough people already, with those visible more people would just ask questions. The door creaked open and caught her attention as her friend Devin entered.
The two talked a while before he gave her a friendly hug and wished her luck. They were not sure if they would see each other anytime soon, seeing as how the two went to different schools now. He bowed farewell to her and left with hope that she would be ok.
Not long after he mother came in to take her home. The two gathered the flowers and ballons that all her friends had sent to her. They walked to the front counter and signed Kagome out.
Her mother had parked in the front so it would not be too much trouble for her to walk to the car. They piled in and took off toward the shrine. They pulled in to be greeted with the faces of Kaede and her grandfather. They both helped to get her things inside, as her mother led her to her room.
Time seemed to fly by once Miroku and Sango came to visit. The three chatted up a storm as they all sat around the kitchen table for dinner. Sota sat close by his sister, he had been so scared through everything. Kagome caught his worry glance several times through the meal and smiled warmly down at him.
When it came time to clean up everyone offered so Kagome was not trouble. She was beginning to get sick of all of this. It was as if she was totally disabled, which was not the case. She did not mind though, and took this time to follow Sota up in to his room, where he had already turned on one of his very many video games.
Kagome stood there a few moments before she knelt down and placed a soft hand on her brothers shoulder. The instant she touched him he flung himself around and into her arms, crying his heart out. She enveloped her arms around him into a comforing hug.
"I was soo*hiccup* worried about *hiccup* you sis. *cries* I wasn't sure if you were gonna come *hiccup* home" Sota spat out as best he could.
Kagome smiled loving down at her brother. "Shh, Sota it's ok. I'm here now. Stop crying silly, it's ok now. I won't ever leave you ok?" She kissed him on his head as she tightened her grip reassuringly.
The small boy nodded into her stomach while trying to dry his tears on her dress. He pulled away and looked up into his sisters eyes. Kagome reached down and brushed away the few remaining tears. The two stood up and descided to head back downstairs to join everyone else.
She ruffled his hair on the way down, as he smiled at her knowing she was really home.
The day drew to an end as Sango and Miroku headed home. Kagome ly in her bed awake for a while, just feeling how nice her own bed felt. She fingered the stuff toy that she had missed from being at the hospital and dozed off to sleep. She was not going to let Naraku win at his game, she was stong and had her friends behind her.
She was going to go to school without fear. Naraku would not win this game like he wanted, not if it was the last thing she was to do.
Downstairs the front door creaked open slowly as a tall figure walked in. It was Kagome's dad. He was greeted by her mother with a soft kiss on the cheek. He greeted her with the same.
The two sat at the table for some time enjoying the others presence in their usual ritual, before the phone rang.
Mr.Hirgurasha stood and walked over to the table holding the phone. He picked it up as his wife joined his side in time for them to hear a familiar male voice on the other line.
"It's Inutashio...." Kagome's father looked over at his wife when the male voice was heard.
"I see.." was his reply. "It has been a while old friend. Is something wrong?"
"We've moved back in town" Inutashio stated with a slight tinge of regret. "It seems things are out of our control. We must meet about the coming situation. This should include the others as well."
Both couples sat on each end of the phone line, worried features on all four faces.
"We really can't prevent this any more? Damn, we've been trying so hard, for so long. To have it come back to this is terrible" Mr. Higurasha stated as he placed one of his arms around his wife for comfort.
"I know old friend, we feel your frustration also. There is nothing more we can do. We knew this was going to happen eventually, but we had all hoped it wasn't true."
"Yes, yes that is true. We can meet here Tuesday night if that is good for you. We will inform the others as well."
"That will be fine. We've told the boys to act as if they don't remember their life while we stayed here. However, knowing how stubborn thos two are...I can not be certain how long that will last. Not as if the girls won't remember."
"I know, but even for a short time it may help. Maybe, it would even be better for them to reunite. Whatever happens, we are all in for a long ride."
A light mmhhmm was heard as a reply from Inutashio before an akward silence took over. Deciding to end the silence Mr Higurasha spoke up first.
"We will see you soon then old friend?"
"Yes, very soon indeed. Take care and be safe" Inutashio replied with heartfelt meaning.
"You too friend. See you soon, Goodnight."
"Goodnight" and with that said the two men hung up the phones with solomn faces each knowing what was to come.
Mrs. Higurasha, who had stayed quiet through the whole ordeal finally spoke.
"It's been a long night dear, and it prooves that we await longer days. We should head to bed" with that she placed a kiss on his cheek for comfort and lead the way to their bedroom after he gave a nod in reply.
The gazed at their sleepin children in their beds, knowing that what they would go through soon would surely put them to the hardest test in which they would ever take.
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The weekend had gone by fast. Before Kagome could realize it she was heading back to school.
It had been a peacful day when she awoke. She placed the stuffed dog down as she went into her normal routine. Surprisingly she was running on time.
She sat down to eat breakfast after she had dresses in her school uniform. No one talked that much that morning as Kaede and Grandpa read the newspaper.
Kagome shrugged the silence off and kissed everone goodbye, and left out the door like nothing had ever happened. She walked slowly to school, not wanting to get there really earlier.
"Kagome! Wait up!" Kagome turned around as she heard two familiar voces running behind her. Sango and Miroku were there as the three of them started off again towards the school.
"So you're sure you want to go through with this?" Sango asked yet again.
"Yes, Sango i'm not going to let him scare me from going on with my life. I'm tired of him thinking he's in control. That's how he was before and I won't allow it again" she told them.
"We get you Kagome, we just want you to know we're here for you no matter what" Miroku added in as the three headed on to the school grounds.
Kagome nodded in understanding as a slight smile came to her face, glad to know her friends really were behind her. Before the three could even make it to their class their old friend Rin came running up to them.
"Kagome it's great to see you back! Glad to see you're doing better" she beemed.
"Yup," Kagome smiled at the bright girl, "So what brings you over to us, any new gossip?"
"Glad to see you haven't forgotten your daily updates" The small girl winked at them. She was patite with dark hair that fell to her shoulders. She still held a childish appearance, but was certainly no child with the curves that could be seen on her body. She wore the same school uniform like everyone else, and had her hair tied up into half a pony tail on the side of her head.
It was her usual look, as her innocent eyes sparkled with an endless supply of joy and energy. "Well, I've been hearing that a new family moved into town. Actually into Sesshy's and Inu's old home." Kagome's breathe caught at the names and the thought. She smiled slighty at the old nick names before surprise took her over.
No one had bought the house since they left. Surely there had been a few to try it out, but the family had always left. She wondered how long this one would last.
"Yeah, I was just as suprised as you Kagome," she stated at the girl holding her breath. Kagome nodded and she continued, " Any ways, i hear there are two ADORIBLE guys living there. One's coming here while the older brother is going to the high school. I for one can't wait to see what they look like, I've been hearing they are REALLY gorgeous" the girl finished with a slight sigh.
Kagome knew she would have preferred it be Inuyasha and Sesshy to move back just like herself. However, the two could not hold on to dreams that would probably never come true.
The three thanked Rin for the update as the four of them headed off together to their classroom. All speaking of happy things. That's when Kagome looked up and saw Naraku. She glared hard at him before entering the classroom and heading to her seat followed by her three friends.
Miroku and Sango had only told Rin what really happened since they had known her since they were all little. They were all mad and ignored Naraku the best they could.
The bell for class finally rang, and the students rushed into their seats. The teacher finally walked and and greeted the class. He gave a small smile to Kagome, seeing that she was well and back.
He started his lesson as everone pulled out their notebooks. Kagome just focused on the teacher and let Naraku leave her mind. The lesson was boring but it was better than sitting in a bed all day.
just as Kagome finished that thought a knock sounded at the door. The teacher excused himself.
Kagome sighed to herself, thankful for the small interruption. She smiled at her friends before tunring her attention back at the teacher as he re- entered the room.
"Well students, it looks like we have yet another student. I would like to introduce you all to *bang*" the teacher was interrupted as a student shot a spitball square on the teachers forhead.
The students broke into a fit of laughter as the teacher scrambled to get it off and quiet the students down.
"Students! I said quiet DOWN!" The classroom settled and the teacher began again, eyeing the touble makers with a death glare should they think of interruprting again.
"Now, as I was saying before I was so RUDELY interrupted...We have another new student. You all best treat him with respect just like everyone else. He's come from a good ways away. You can come in now." The teacher motioned toward the door. It opened slightly to allow a young man in.
Kagome gasped as did Rin. All the other girls, except Sango, drooled at the hunk before them. The two girls however, knew who he was. His long silver hair trailed down his back just like when they were little as his cute dog ears sat atop his head.
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A/N: So what do you think?? I hope it's good. Took me forever to get through the end. I started to get writers block. Chapter five won't be as hard cause I already have most of it written out. Just need to type it up. But please review and tell me what you think. It makes me feel better and want to update for you guys faster. Sorry to blairwitchproject that it wasn't Inuyasha who picked her up. I thought about it for a while but descided against it. But look look..*points to just above* I wonder who that could be *wink* Like you people don't know. hehe. Well I hope you guys are enjoying this story. I'm having a good, yet a little hard time writing it. Please review! I'll give you a cookie! hehe ^-^ Well till next time. Oh and I'm still open to any suggestions you guys, don't be shy! thnx! ~*SailorInu1*~
CHAPTER 4: Headed Home, and Back to School
Disclaimer: Must I say it again!? *Sigh* Fine..I don't own Inuyasha, the wonderful Rumiko Takahashi owns him. Lucky duck. I may not own him but i'll own a plushie of him someday! *walks off to hunt down plushie*
Special Thanks: blairwitchproject- thanx for reviewing!...and you'll just have to read on to find out if it's Inuyasha ^-^ hehe hope ya enjoy!
Avalone- i'm glad you loved it ^-^ it makes me happy to know someone out there likes what i'm doing. you've reviewed each chappy so far.. thnx!! it made my day to see that! ur awesome. well here's more! enjoy!
~words~ are thoughts "words" are what's said **words** are flashbacks -.- are change of place
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That night doctors worked hard on Kagome's weakening body. They gave her stitches where needed, and a blood transfusion considering the good amount of blood she had lost.
By now it was morning, and Kagome seemed to be resting well. Even though she kept slipping in and out of consciousness throughout the entire day.
Her family was there along with Sango and Miroku. The doctors had told them that the two had found Kagome just in time. If Miroku had not brought her to the hospital, who knows what would have happened.
The thought of that made the two very uptight. They knew who had done this to Kagome, but it would do no good to tell the police. They would never find him or be able to convict him of such a thing, seeing as how his father is a top business man. People have tried before and failed miserably.
Miroku and Sango looked up as they heard footsteps approaching them. It was Kagome's mother.
"Sango..Miroku... I just wanted to thank you two again. You truley have been great friends to Kagome, and I owe you her life." The couple just smiled at her and gave her a small nod. She smiled greatfully, back at them before she spoke again.
"Do you need a ride home, you've both been here so long. I'm taking Sota, Grandfather, and Kaede home. It would be no hassle to bring you home as well..." she was cut off before she could go on with the shaking heads of the couple. "We'll be fine Mrs. Higurashi, please don't worry." Miroku told her reassuringly.
"Yea, we're going to stay a while longer. We can find a ride, and tell your husband thank-you for his generous offer, but no thanks" Sango said. Kagome's mother just nodded knowing of the money her husband had offered them being the business man that he was.
"Well, we are in much debt to the two of you, but I will inform him of your decision. We really appreciate everything, you two have been wonderful helping us through this troubling time. I know he says the same, I only wish he could say it in person" she sighed out her last words, for his job was keeping him away even though such bad times.
"We understand, and It's no trouble. We know how you feel, and we'd help even if it was Sota" Sango told her hoping for a slight smile. Miroku continued on for her.
"You guys are just a bigger part of our family's. We know that you would all do the same." the woman smiled and nodded her head at the statement knowing what they were saying was true. She bowed to them, in understanding that they would not be leaving, and made her way to where Sota, Kaede, and her father had been waiting.
Miroku and Sango waited until the group was out of sight before they stood up and entered Kagome's Room. They just stared at their sleeping friend. It was so hard to see her like this, and they hated it. They both would do anything to switch places with the young girl right about now.
But that was not possible. Sango just stared at her bruises and cuts that were healing now. Her eyes started to water and she did not try to stop them. The tears flowed freely down her face in silence, until she felt a hand wiping them away.
It was Miroku, he was giving her the best smile he could manage to comfort Sango. He knew she was hurting, they all were. He just kept thinking about how if they had gotten to her sooner that they might have been able to stop Naraku or something.
Sango eyes searched Miroku's for comfort. She had known him for so long, and could not stand seeing either of her friends hurt in any way. "If we...*hiccup* just got there sooner...then-" she was cut off by strong arms wrapping around her.
Miroku had pulled her into a hug not wanting her to continue saying his thoughts. ~We should not think like that. We did the best we could. Kagome is going to be alright, and that is what really matters. Sango, I hate to see you like this. I wish I could take away all the pain, I really do~
He could feel Sango tighten her grip around his chest. He didn't mind, he knew she was suffering, and this was not a time to try and make a move on her. All he could do was comfort her. He rubbed her back soothingly as he lightly hushed her. Her cries began to soften, and soon the couple just stood there in their embrace, neither wanting to let go.
Miroku kissed Sango's forhead, letting her know he was still there. He just stood there with their arms wrapped around one an other, with the girl he had been crushing on for the longest time, and did nothing. He did not want to push his luck and make her more upset. Sango just blushed at the contact, and finally came back to reality with her wide eyes going back to normal.
~What am I doing!? I can't believe how pathetic I am being, and in front of all people. Go figure, it had to be Miroku. This is so not the time to bring up feelings, not while Kagome's like this. It just wouldn't be right. But his arms are so warm, and that kiss...I wish it had been on my lips. GOD! What am I thinking! He would never feel that way. Sango get those thoughts out of your head and start thinking realisticly!~
Sango finally broke the embrace as she pulled away from Miroku's warm chest. He tried to stop her, but finally gave in knowing her determination. So much ran through her eyes. He could not tell what she was thinking about, but she had a distant look on her face as she spoke.
"I'm sorry Miroku, I didn't mean to- It was just I-" he cut her off again, placing his hand lightly over her mouth. "Sango, no need to apologize, really. I understand" he smiled gently at her. His heart breaking the whole time, as he tried to hide it all. He gently pulled his hand away as he covered his eyes with his bangs and told her he was sorry about the kiss.
~How could you have thought she really wanted you idiot! She wouldn't want some stupid lechurious monk keeping her company, less likely kissing her. Damn Miroku you are so stupid. Sure you were only trying to comfort her, but now you've probably made her even more upset. Sango will probably never open up like that again. Not that I want to see her cry, but she always holds up a shield. I just wish..damn I need to get these thoughts out of my head before my heart crumbles even more.~
"Why don't we get going Sango, It's getting late. I'm sure Kagome will be fine, and they will call if there are any problems" Sango just nodded, as she followed him out of the room and out of the hospital. She was not sure what the look in his eyes was before, but now things just seemed a little off and she was not sure how to fix it.
Night dragged on as rain poored down hard. It shook the houses and lit up the sky. Reminding those in the hospital of the previous, faitful night in which the young girl Kagome was brought in.
Morning soon awoke to bright, clear skies. A new day had begun, and the staff at the hospital could only hope the same for all of their patients.
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Days had come and gone, and Kagome was doing better. No longer was she in and out of consiousness like before, but she was up smiling and eating food to help regain her strength.
Everyone was happy to see this and tried to hide their worried glances that had appeared on their faces just days ago. Everyone pushed their thoughts of revenge aside, and were just happy to see their friend returning to normal.
The doctors had said that Kagome was healing nicely, and that tomorrow she would be able to finally return home. She would rest there for a couple of days before returning back to school.
School, the thought of it just made Kagome's skin crawl. She didn't want to go back and see the vile beast! She did not want to be reminded of the things that he had done and was capable of doing. Even though, she agreed to return for her friends. They would always be there for her, like they were that night. They were a Trio and Kagome was not about to break that.
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Far off, in an other town, was an uneasy hnayou. For the last couple of days something had been renching at his stomach.
Inuyasha had no idea what this feeling was, but he hated every second of it. The only thing he was able to do without thinking about it was packing.
They were moving again. His family hadn't told him where yet, even Sesshoumoru did not know. That was rare, he usually found out what their parents were planning in a day or so. Yet, no such luck happened this time.
All their parents would say was-"We're moing you two, so you need to pack. I know it is sudden, but please understand with your fathers job" their mother had said.
"If there was something I could do you know I would. But they are very demanding. So, pack your things by the end of the week" Inutashio told his sons as he stole several guilty glances at his wife.(Does anyone know Inuyashas' mothers name is? If so can you tell me cause I don't want to keep calling her by their mother or his wife. And if not I guess I'll make one up.please tell I'd appreciate it! Thnx!^-^)
The two brothers had just nodded in agreement knowing that there was something up, but descided not to ask.
So, there was Inuyasha all week, packing his things like his father had asked. They were leaving in two days, and jumping right into their new schools.
Inuyasha did not want to move again. It made him think of the last time they moved, which just caused the feeling in his stomach to grow worse. If it had anything to do with Kagome or her family, all he could do was hope they were ok.
With his final thoughts, his father called to him signaling it was time for practice with Sesshoumaru. Inuyasha sighed as he heived himself toward the backyard, this was the last one before they moved. He hoped they would have as nice of a training place as they did here.
Inuyasha pushed those thoughts out of his head, as he readied himself for the fight just like he was taught so many times before. An image of Kagome in a bed flickered across his mind for a brief second. He stood stunned before heading to his destination. Trying his best to suppress his feelings about everything was going to be hard this time around.
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Her nurse walked into the room with ease. His usual clipboard held tightly in his grasp. He was a handsome man, and he held a warm smile each time he entered the room. The girl on the bed turned to him as he entered her quarters.
"So, how are you feeling today hunnie?" The girl giggled at this nickname (considering any nickname given to her by someone other than Naraku was flatering) slightly before giving him one of her cheesy, fake smiles hoping he would fall for it and be on his way after checking the chart.
It didn't work however, and his smile faultered. "No, really Kagome how are you? Don't lie, that fight was really bad." The boy's eyes held a seriousness and caring in them that the young girl just could not avoid.
Kagome let out a heavy sigh as her eyes traveled to her bed, closing, and then moving to the window to see the breathe taking view she could only see from her bed.
"I thought so..." The young man made his way over to her bed and sat down next to her as a single tear graced her face. He gently brushed it away as he turned her gaze back to his. Sadness filled her gaze instead of the usual bubbly happiness.
"I know you don't like this, it sucks! But it shall get better. Don't lose hope too quickly. After all...I'm here for you!" the man spoke this as he finished off with a victorious grin.
Kagome smiled and nodded her head, giving the boy what he had wanted to achieve. With her spirits slightly hightened the boy rose from the bed, grabbing the clippboard on his way.
"I must be going, but I'll be back later when my shift is done. If that's all right with you?" Kagome nodded slightly to him with a thank-you twinkling in her eyes. She nodded again more eagerly than before to show she wished for him to visit her.
The man bowed before departing, once again with a soft smile upon his pleasant features. The room filled with an eerie silence once he was gone, and then Kagome was left to her thoughts, yet again.
~Damn that JERK! He'll pay for doing this to me. I can't even use my voice thanks to him, how pathetic!*sigh* I'm glad I have friends like Devin to keep me sane~ (Did any of you think it was Hojo? hehe I was thinking about it, but I just decided against it and put my friend in here. But don't owrry, like it says in the summary, this is an I/Ka fic! ^-^)
With her final thoughts on her departed friend and others, Kagome stole one last glance at the beautiful view beside her before dozing off into a deep slumber.
Sweet dreams wavored memories of happy times, and for once these memories did not bother her, but brought comfort as a smile planted upon her elegant lips. A true sleeping beauty hoping to awaken to a new and better day.
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The birds chirped as Kagome awoke to the beautiful day outside. It was Friday, so Sango and Miroku would be visiting her after they got out of school. A chill ran through her body as she thought of what happened again.
Kagome pushed the thoughts to the back of her mind as she got out of her bed slowly. She walked over to her clothes that her mother had already placed there for her to change into.
She was finally going home. That thought put a smile on her face as she dressed herself into the bright yellow dress and baby, blue sweater. It was a cute outfit, her mother could always pick something she liked.
She finished and walked gently over to the mirror in the room. Her hair was a mess from being bed ridden for so long, but other than that she looked pretty. Her bruises were barely visible and the stitches were not able to be seen. She smiled at that fact.
She had worried enough people already, with those visible more people would just ask questions. The door creaked open and caught her attention as her friend Devin entered.
The two talked a while before he gave her a friendly hug and wished her luck. They were not sure if they would see each other anytime soon, seeing as how the two went to different schools now. He bowed farewell to her and left with hope that she would be ok.
Not long after he mother came in to take her home. The two gathered the flowers and ballons that all her friends had sent to her. They walked to the front counter and signed Kagome out.
Her mother had parked in the front so it would not be too much trouble for her to walk to the car. They piled in and took off toward the shrine. They pulled in to be greeted with the faces of Kaede and her grandfather. They both helped to get her things inside, as her mother led her to her room.
Time seemed to fly by once Miroku and Sango came to visit. The three chatted up a storm as they all sat around the kitchen table for dinner. Sota sat close by his sister, he had been so scared through everything. Kagome caught his worry glance several times through the meal and smiled warmly down at him.
When it came time to clean up everyone offered so Kagome was not trouble. She was beginning to get sick of all of this. It was as if she was totally disabled, which was not the case. She did not mind though, and took this time to follow Sota up in to his room, where he had already turned on one of his very many video games.
Kagome stood there a few moments before she knelt down and placed a soft hand on her brothers shoulder. The instant she touched him he flung himself around and into her arms, crying his heart out. She enveloped her arms around him into a comforing hug.
"I was soo*hiccup* worried about *hiccup* you sis. *cries* I wasn't sure if you were gonna come *hiccup* home" Sota spat out as best he could.
Kagome smiled loving down at her brother. "Shh, Sota it's ok. I'm here now. Stop crying silly, it's ok now. I won't ever leave you ok?" She kissed him on his head as she tightened her grip reassuringly.
The small boy nodded into her stomach while trying to dry his tears on her dress. He pulled away and looked up into his sisters eyes. Kagome reached down and brushed away the few remaining tears. The two stood up and descided to head back downstairs to join everyone else.
She ruffled his hair on the way down, as he smiled at her knowing she was really home.
The day drew to an end as Sango and Miroku headed home. Kagome ly in her bed awake for a while, just feeling how nice her own bed felt. She fingered the stuff toy that she had missed from being at the hospital and dozed off to sleep. She was not going to let Naraku win at his game, she was stong and had her friends behind her.
She was going to go to school without fear. Naraku would not win this game like he wanted, not if it was the last thing she was to do.
Downstairs the front door creaked open slowly as a tall figure walked in. It was Kagome's dad. He was greeted by her mother with a soft kiss on the cheek. He greeted her with the same.
The two sat at the table for some time enjoying the others presence in their usual ritual, before the phone rang.
Mr.Hirgurasha stood and walked over to the table holding the phone. He picked it up as his wife joined his side in time for them to hear a familiar male voice on the other line.
"It's Inutashio...." Kagome's father looked over at his wife when the male voice was heard.
"I see.." was his reply. "It has been a while old friend. Is something wrong?"
"We've moved back in town" Inutashio stated with a slight tinge of regret. "It seems things are out of our control. We must meet about the coming situation. This should include the others as well."
Both couples sat on each end of the phone line, worried features on all four faces.
"We really can't prevent this any more? Damn, we've been trying so hard, for so long. To have it come back to this is terrible" Mr. Higurasha stated as he placed one of his arms around his wife for comfort.
"I know old friend, we feel your frustration also. There is nothing more we can do. We knew this was going to happen eventually, but we had all hoped it wasn't true."
"Yes, yes that is true. We can meet here Tuesday night if that is good for you. We will inform the others as well."
"That will be fine. We've told the boys to act as if they don't remember their life while we stayed here. However, knowing how stubborn thos two are...I can not be certain how long that will last. Not as if the girls won't remember."
"I know, but even for a short time it may help. Maybe, it would even be better for them to reunite. Whatever happens, we are all in for a long ride."
A light mmhhmm was heard as a reply from Inutashio before an akward silence took over. Deciding to end the silence Mr Higurasha spoke up first.
"We will see you soon then old friend?"
"Yes, very soon indeed. Take care and be safe" Inutashio replied with heartfelt meaning.
"You too friend. See you soon, Goodnight."
"Goodnight" and with that said the two men hung up the phones with solomn faces each knowing what was to come.
Mrs. Higurasha, who had stayed quiet through the whole ordeal finally spoke.
"It's been a long night dear, and it prooves that we await longer days. We should head to bed" with that she placed a kiss on his cheek for comfort and lead the way to their bedroom after he gave a nod in reply.
The gazed at their sleepin children in their beds, knowing that what they would go through soon would surely put them to the hardest test in which they would ever take.
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The weekend had gone by fast. Before Kagome could realize it she was heading back to school.
It had been a peacful day when she awoke. She placed the stuffed dog down as she went into her normal routine. Surprisingly she was running on time.
She sat down to eat breakfast after she had dresses in her school uniform. No one talked that much that morning as Kaede and Grandpa read the newspaper.
Kagome shrugged the silence off and kissed everone goodbye, and left out the door like nothing had ever happened. She walked slowly to school, not wanting to get there really earlier.
"Kagome! Wait up!" Kagome turned around as she heard two familiar voces running behind her. Sango and Miroku were there as the three of them started off again towards the school.
"So you're sure you want to go through with this?" Sango asked yet again.
"Yes, Sango i'm not going to let him scare me from going on with my life. I'm tired of him thinking he's in control. That's how he was before and I won't allow it again" she told them.
"We get you Kagome, we just want you to know we're here for you no matter what" Miroku added in as the three headed on to the school grounds.
Kagome nodded in understanding as a slight smile came to her face, glad to know her friends really were behind her. Before the three could even make it to their class their old friend Rin came running up to them.
"Kagome it's great to see you back! Glad to see you're doing better" she beemed.
"Yup," Kagome smiled at the bright girl, "So what brings you over to us, any new gossip?"
"Glad to see you haven't forgotten your daily updates" The small girl winked at them. She was patite with dark hair that fell to her shoulders. She still held a childish appearance, but was certainly no child with the curves that could be seen on her body. She wore the same school uniform like everyone else, and had her hair tied up into half a pony tail on the side of her head.
It was her usual look, as her innocent eyes sparkled with an endless supply of joy and energy. "Well, I've been hearing that a new family moved into town. Actually into Sesshy's and Inu's old home." Kagome's breathe caught at the names and the thought. She smiled slighty at the old nick names before surprise took her over.
No one had bought the house since they left. Surely there had been a few to try it out, but the family had always left. She wondered how long this one would last.
"Yeah, I was just as suprised as you Kagome," she stated at the girl holding her breath. Kagome nodded and she continued, " Any ways, i hear there are two ADORIBLE guys living there. One's coming here while the older brother is going to the high school. I for one can't wait to see what they look like, I've been hearing they are REALLY gorgeous" the girl finished with a slight sigh.
Kagome knew she would have preferred it be Inuyasha and Sesshy to move back just like herself. However, the two could not hold on to dreams that would probably never come true.
The three thanked Rin for the update as the four of them headed off together to their classroom. All speaking of happy things. That's when Kagome looked up and saw Naraku. She glared hard at him before entering the classroom and heading to her seat followed by her three friends.
Miroku and Sango had only told Rin what really happened since they had known her since they were all little. They were all mad and ignored Naraku the best they could.
The bell for class finally rang, and the students rushed into their seats. The teacher finally walked and and greeted the class. He gave a small smile to Kagome, seeing that she was well and back.
He started his lesson as everone pulled out their notebooks. Kagome just focused on the teacher and let Naraku leave her mind. The lesson was boring but it was better than sitting in a bed all day.
just as Kagome finished that thought a knock sounded at the door. The teacher excused himself.
Kagome sighed to herself, thankful for the small interruption. She smiled at her friends before tunring her attention back at the teacher as he re- entered the room.
"Well students, it looks like we have yet another student. I would like to introduce you all to *bang*" the teacher was interrupted as a student shot a spitball square on the teachers forhead.
The students broke into a fit of laughter as the teacher scrambled to get it off and quiet the students down.
"Students! I said quiet DOWN!" The classroom settled and the teacher began again, eyeing the touble makers with a death glare should they think of interruprting again.
"Now, as I was saying before I was so RUDELY interrupted...We have another new student. You all best treat him with respect just like everyone else. He's come from a good ways away. You can come in now." The teacher motioned toward the door. It opened slightly to allow a young man in.
Kagome gasped as did Rin. All the other girls, except Sango, drooled at the hunk before them. The two girls however, knew who he was. His long silver hair trailed down his back just like when they were little as his cute dog ears sat atop his head.
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A/N: So what do you think?? I hope it's good. Took me forever to get through the end. I started to get writers block. Chapter five won't be as hard cause I already have most of it written out. Just need to type it up. But please review and tell me what you think. It makes me feel better and want to update for you guys faster. Sorry to blairwitchproject that it wasn't Inuyasha who picked her up. I thought about it for a while but descided against it. But look look..*points to just above* I wonder who that could be *wink* Like you people don't know. hehe. Well I hope you guys are enjoying this story. I'm having a good, yet a little hard time writing it. Please review! I'll give you a cookie! hehe ^-^ Well till next time. Oh and I'm still open to any suggestions you guys, don't be shy! thnx! ~*SailorInu1*~