Author's Note: I am sorry that I did not update this chapter earlier. I hope you guys would not mind, so here is Chapter 18. Please remember to leave a review after reading. Thank you.

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CHAPTER 18

I cannot believe that girl has awakened. What should I do? I almost attempt to kill her. Should I apologise to her or not? Guiltiness rose inside her. If I did that, will everyone drive me away? Kikyou decided to listen to what the two boys were saying next.

"Sango is taking care of her?"

"No, she isn't. Kagome has awakened, and she should be able to take care of herself. There are also nurses will take care of her."

"Now, you seemed to relax a little, Inuyasha."

So no one is taking care of her now, Kikyou thought. Except for those nurses. When will I be able to pay a visit to that girl?

"After school, do you want to pay a visit?"

"Maybe. I am not sure whether if I have any short soccer meetings." (A/N: Inuyasha has unexpected soccer meetings everyday)

"Which is more important, Inuyasha? Kagome or soccer meetings," Sango cut in the boys' conversation. "It seems like I am the only girl now," she mumbled.

"Both," Inuyasha replied.

"You have to choose one."

Sango saw Inuyasha bitting his lips. "I am just joking around." Sango put his hand on his shoulder and Miroku felt jealousy rise in him.

"We will wait for you if you have any meet—" Sango was trying to say when she felt something touching her buttocks. Sango turned around and saw Miroku's hand. After that, Sango slapped Miroku on his face. It was so hard that tears welled up in Miroku's eyes, ready to drop soon if Sango slapped his face again.

"How many times must I tell you not to do that to Sango or else you will have to face the consequences?"

"Can't resist the temptation."

Inuyasha rolled his eyes. "And do not mind getting slapped?"

"Uh huh."

"As I was saying, do you want us to wait for you after your meeting?"

"If there is, I will tell you what to do."

I have decided to visit that Kagome immediately after school to clear things up. I do not want any misunderstandings, and I want to be friends with Inuyasha again, Kikyou thought, returning to her seat. Inuyasha saw that, and got a little suspicious. Big mouth of mine. I swear that I will not let Kikyou know Kagome has awakened. What will she do? I will have to warn Miroku and Sango about that after school.

Lunchtime,

"What! She has awakened?"

"Uh huh. I am going to apologise to her after school."

"What if she does not know about this matter and after knowing it, she will be mad at you?"

"So? What will she do if she knows this matter already? Even if she does not know about this matter, I am not going to keep her in the dark about this matter. It is better to apologise than not doing it. I feel very guilty."

"I understand how you feel—"

"What if Inuyasha, Miroku and Sango drive you out?" Rin asked.

"I will protect you. I mean I will go with you."

"No thanks, Sesshoumaru. I will deal with them myself."

"But are you sure you can manage?"

"Do you have faith in Kikyou?" Rin asked.

"Well…"

"You do not have to worry about me," Kikyou said and stood up. "If I have trouble, I will not seek help from you." After that, Kikyou left.

After school,

Inuyasha sighed. Another soccer meeting. I hate meetings. He was in his thoughts that he did not notice Kikyou leaving the school grounds.

"Inuyasha!" Inuyasha turned around and saw Sango and Miroku waving at him. He walked to where they were standing. "What's up?" Inuyasha asked.

"Have any meetings?

"Yeah. But a short one. I will catch up with you people later. Be there quick," Inuyasha hinted. "Why must we be there—" Sango was asking when Miroku's hand touched her buttocks again. Sango clenched her hand into a fist and closed her eyes. Miroku, you are going to get it.

"You…" Sango opened her eyes and turned around. Miroku was not there. "Where is that pervert?"

"He fled after you knew he was touching you."

He… Sango gritted her teeth in anger. "Which direction did he go?"

"The school gate," Inuyasha replied. Sango started running. "Remember to go to the hospital and visit Kagome." Inuyasha shook his head. They are like couples. Good luck to you, Miroku.

At Kagome's ward,

Kagome, who is in a pajamas suit, went to the window and looked outside. She took in the fresh air. How many days have I slept? I miss the smell of flowers, grass and trees. Kagome smiled. I am glad I have not sleep the whole year or else I have to stay back for another year.

Meanwhile, outside Kagome's ward

Should I go in? Should I apologise to her? Kikyou tightened the grip; she was holding on to a basket containing fruits. She bought it on the way to the hospital. I shall have to give it a try.

Kikyou took a deep breath. Kikyou's other hand took the knob of the door and turned it. She pushed the door open and saw Kagome standing at the window. What is she doing at the window? Kikyou wanted to close the door when Kagome turned around.

"Kikyou?"

"I have went to the wrong ward, sorry."

"Wait," Kagome said and stopped Kikyou from closing the door. "Why are you not coming in? I won't bite you. Even if you went to the wrong ward, you still can come in. I do not own this ward."

"Can I?"

"Yeah. This is a public ward. Everyone can step into this room," Kagome said. Kikyou was not very sure but she still went in. "Why are you here?" Kagome let Kikyou sit down on a chair.

"Tell me what brings you here."

"I… I… I… came to… apologise."

"For?"

"I am sorry that I tried to kill you." Kikyou stood up and bowed apologetically. "I tried to kill you when you are unconscious." Kikyou looked up and expect Kagome to drive her out of the ward with a broom. Kikyou was shocked when Kagome was not in an angry mood. "Aren't you furious?"

Kagome shook her head. "Everyone makes a mistake, sometimes."

"I did not make a mistake. I was going to kill you."

"But didn't, right? If you really want to, I would not be standing here talking to you."

"No, Inuyasha was there. He stopped me. I am very, very, very sorry for what I have done. I left a bad impression to you, Inuyasha, Sango and Miroku," Kikyou said, guiltiness filled in her voice. She must be worried sick about this matter. Although I am not that sure what really happens, and she said she wanted to kill me, she is indeed feeling guilty of what she did, Kagome thought.

"I forgive you."

"You really do? Why?"

"You still feel guilty, and you really find time to pay me a visit although you tried to kill me and failed. If I do not forgive you, you will always remember it in your head. That would add more worry for you. All of us are young and we should not worry so much about all this."

Tears started running down on Kikyou's cheek. "I… I… I… do not know what to say, but thank you for forgiving me." Kagome took the box of tissue beside her and gave to Kikyou. Kikyou used it to wipe her tears of joy.

"Can we be friends?" (A/N: She actually wants to be friends with everyone, and she thinks Inuyasha might not agree to her request.)

"NO!" The two girls turned to where the voice came from.

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End of Chapter

Is this chapter long enough? This chapter took me a long time to write out. I just hope you guys would like this chapter. I do not even know what I am writing so if you have been wondering if soccer meetings existed, I think there are. Want to know who disagree with Kikyou's request, look out for the next chapter. I will not write the next chapter unless I get 68 reviews or more.