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Random quote: Don't try so hard, the best things come when you least expect them to.
Kagome smiled brightly as she turned around to face Miroku Houshi, another cousin of hers. As he was about to envelop her in a hug, she slapped his arm. Miroku rubbed his arm and exclaimed, "What was that for? Sheesh, I see you still hit hard as ever."
Kagome only smirked as she replied, "That's what you get for not visiting me more often. And where were you when your little sister was here hmm? I still wonder why Rin stayed with me when she could have stayed with you. Not saying I didn't want her with me mind you."
Miroku could only smile sheepishly. "Mushin had me doing chores all day long and I forgot." He held up his hand when he saw that she was going to say something with that look on her face. "Yes, I know that's no excuse and I already feel bad enough as it is ok."
"It didn't help matters that Mushin remembered when I asked when she was coming. So don't say a word Ka-chan." Kagome just pouted and stuck her nose in the air. "What makes you think I was going to say anything?" She looked at him from the corner of her eyes and smiled.
Miroku only shook his head while sighing. "Nothing dear cousin, nothing." He went around the bench to sit down next to her and when he was seated, there was a crash and yelling close to them. As they looked up, they saw Inuyasha on the floor rubbing his head while luggages were strewn about around him with an attendant yelling at him.
As Inuyasha picked himself up, he grumbled his apologies and just went straight to them. The attendant kept yelling something like "come back here" and "clean this up" but Inuyasha just ignored him and kept on walking.
When the attendant saw that it was hopeless, he grumbled as he started to pick everything up. Kagome couldn't help but giggle while Miroku chuckled at the sight. When Inuyasha was finally where they were, he scooped up Kagome in a hug.
Kagome blushed because not only was Inuyasha hugging her in a public place, he was also hugging her in front of her protective cousin. To her surprise, Miroku was grinning from ear to ear and said, "Well I'll just leave you two alone. Call me when you arrive in Solaria Kagome."
With that, he left them alone. After a while, Inuyasha finally let her go and made her sit down on the bench. "So… today's the day huh," Inuyasha whispered. Kagome sadly smiled and said, "Yea…" There was a short amount of silence before both Kagome and Inuyasha said the other's name at the same time. "Inuyasha--" "Kagome--"
They both stopped what they were going to say and after a while Kagome said, "I have something to say and give to you. Before you say anything, let me finish what I have to do and then you can say whatever you want ok?"
Inuyasha only nodded his head while Kagome searched through her bag. When she found what she was looking for, she pulled out a jewelry box. She set it down next to her and faced Inuyasha. "Inu-chan… I just wanted you to know that you've been the best friend I could ever ask for. You always comforted me when I was down and the one there for me in general…"
At this point, tears were blurring her vision and she struggled to not let them fall. She rubbed her eyes and she smiled when she saw the concern in Inuyasha's eyes. "Hehehe, guess I'm getting all emotional."
"Anyway, I just wanted you to know that no matter what, we'll stay friends and I'll do my best to stay in touch with everyone here, especially you and Kikyo. And… I wanted to give you this." She gave the box to him and when he opened it, his eyes widened and he immediately looked up at her.
"Before you refuse, at least listen why I want you to have it." When she saw that he wasn't going to interrupt her, she took a breath and said, "I've had this since I was very young and I'm sure you know this since I told you before."
"My dad gave it to me as a charm to make me less scared and know that I'm not alone. It gave me the courage to stay strong and I'm sure it'll work for you as well." With that said, she took out a beautiful diamond studded choker with a silver howling dog in the center.
It acted like a collar so there were different holes to adjust to practically any size. Inuyasha set the box down and hesitantly took the choker out of Kagome's hands. As he put it on, he felt overjoyed that Kagome would give him something that she cherished.
"Thanks Kag, I promise to keep this safe." Kagome just smiled up at him and nodded her head. She scooted closer to him and when she was close enough, she laid her head down on his shoulder. If she were to look up, she would have seen Inuyasha's face turn scarlet.
They stayed like that for what seemed like an eternity but in reality, it was barely a minute. When Inuyasha moved around a little to get more comfortable, he felt something shift in his pocket. For a few seconds, he wondered what it was and then it struck him.
He looked down at Kagome and poked her in the cheek to get her attention. Kagome grumbled and poked him back in the ribs. It soon turned from him trying to get her attention to a full out tickle fest.
When they finally calmed down Inuyasha exclaimed, "Why do you always make things more complicated than it needs to be? All I wanted to do was get your attention but nooo… you just had to start a tickle war didn't you?" Kagome just giggled and stuck her tongue at him.
"Well, you could have found a better way to get my attention instead of poking my cheek. You know that bugs me." Inuyasha just shook his head while pulling out a jewelry box of his own out of his pocket.
He opened it and pulled out appeared to be a necklace with a circle made out of 4 different pendants. She saw that there were actually two gold chains that the pendants were attached to. When she looked closer, she saw that the 4 pendants were an arrow, a quiver, a sword, and a sheathe. They were connected to each other's ends to form a perfect circle.
Though they didn't look it if they were separated, the pendants were made of flexible jewels which allowed them to bend. The arrow and sheathe were both made up of emeralds while the sword and quiver were made up of rubies.
When Inuyasha disconnected the 4 pendants, she saw the arrow and sheathe made up one necklace while the sword and quiver made another. "Turn around Kag, I'll put it on for you," Inuyasha softly said.
Kagome did as she was told and when she looked down, she saw that the arrow and sheathe were on either side of the Shikon Jewel. She felt tears welling up again and she couldn't help but laugh. "God, I don't know what's wrong with me today. I just keep crying…"
Inuyasha pulled her into a hug from behind so her back was to his chest. He put his head on her shoulder while his arms were around her waist. When he did this, her eyes widen a bit. "It's okay Kag. Just let it out. You know you don't have to act all tough in front of me."
"Besides, it's not good to keep things bottled up." Kagome just closed her eyes and leaned against him. "Thanks Inu-chan… I don't know what I'm going to do without you." Inuyasha tightened his arms around her and replied, "You're not losing me Kag."
"I'll come and visit you as much as I can. Just promise you'll call every day." Kagome nodded her head and laid her hands on top of his. They stayed like that until they heard a voice announcing her flight. Inuyasha reluctantly let her go and Kagome went to pick her stuff up.
She turned to face him and couldn't help but grin when she saw her choker around her neck and the matching necklace he gave to her glinting in the sunlight. She went up to him and threw her arms around his neck for one last hug.
When they let go of each other Inuyasha bent down to kiss her forehead, then cheeks, and then finally the tip of her nose. Kagome went on her tip toes and kissed both of his cheeks. She quickly turned around to leave before she missed her flight.
When she got to her gate, she waved goodbye to Inuyasha. Inuyasha waved back while thinking, 'I'll see you again one day Kag, you can count on it.' With that in mind, he turned and left the airport.
Over the years Kagome was away, just as they promised, the three friends kept in touch. Every holiday presents were sent and on rare occasions, Inuyasha and Kikyo were able to go to Solaria. Kagome would always call them everyday and they would talk for hours.
There was once an incident where Kagome was almost mugged in the 8th grade but luckily she had mace and could scream like a banshee. When Inuyasha found out, he was livid. A day after she told him, she found him waiting on her porch.
The next thing she knew, Inuyasha had her enrolled in a martial arts class. At first Kagome was against it but after a month, it became a hobby for her and she was learning quicker than what Inuyasha expected.
Kagome always had her necklaces underneath her shirt and was happy to know that Inuyasha never took his off either. Though Kikyo denies it, she was glad to know that she also wore her anklet at all times.
It was a week before school started in Bellandra that Kagome announced that she would be coming back. After nagging her mother for months, she finally relented and they would move back to Bellandra.
Kagome was overjoyed and immediately told them that she would be going to high school with them for their senior year. It took Kagome and her family about 5 days to pack, ship everything back to their new house, and settle down.
Since Kagome was so busy with the move back, she didn't have time to tell anyone that she was back in town. Since her grandfather didn't want any help with the move, it took them longer to put things in their proper place.
When they were finally done, it was the day before school started and Kagome couldn't wait for tomorrow to come. It was in the afternoon when she realized that she hadn't called either Inuyasha or Kikyo. She hurriedly went looking for her cell to call them.
When she first tried Kikyo, she was disappointed when Kikyo didn't pick up her phone, cell and house. When she called Inuyasha, she almost gave up hope when it kept on ringing. Just as she was about to hang up, Inuyasha finally picked up.
"Hey Kag, sorry it took me awhile to answer. Football practice just ended and if you tried Kikyo before, cheerleading practice is still going on." Kagome released her breathe she didn't realize she was holding and cheerfully said, "It's ok Inu-chan."
"I just wanted you guys to know that I'm in town already." When Inuyasha heard this, he immediately grinned and said, "Stay where you are Kag. I'm going to steal Kikyo away and then the three of us can go somewhere." Kagome laughed when she heard how excited Inuyasha was and said she would wait for them.
She told him her new address and then they both hung up their phones. When Inuyasha and Kikyo arrived in front of her house, Kagome immediately dashed out of her house, quickly said her goodbyes to her family, and for the rest of the day, the three friends spent catching up with one another.
'It'll be so cool if every day could be like this. No worries and spending the day with friends,' Kagome though wistfully. Too bad things never go the way we expect it to be and life always throws things in our way. The winds of change were blowing and soon things would never be the same.
TBC
Random quote: One day you'll ask me what's more important, my life or you. And I'll answer my life, and you'll walk away not knowing that You are My life
AN: Yes, I know… corny ending but blah. It's past 1am and I'm tired. If I didn't not mention this before, I'll mention it now. I'm trying to make a fic where I don't use Japanese words. The only exception would be their names and nicknames as you have already seen. Rin and Miroku are fraternal twins whose parents are divorced. They are the same age as everyone else except for Sesshomaru. Yes I know Kikyo isn't a bitch yet but she will soon! Just be patient people. If you have any other question or confusions, feel free to ask.
Mikan: I updated, you better keep your end of our promise or else your little stalkers will still haunt you! Hahah, anywho, being sick with the flu sucks as you know and I have yet to do any of the hw assigned to us. sigh Hopefully I'll have most of it done later today. Hope you get inspiration soon for your fic and good luck w/ memorizing your lines! I can't wait for the play!