Another lazy afternoon, only this time Sango couldn't really commit herself to true lounging. She was plagued by thoughts of last night. She turned over on her back and gazed at the ceiling. The bright sunlight filled her room, it was strangely comforting for a winter day. Yet the comfort of her bed and pillows were interrupted by Kagome's sudden intrusion.

"Have you seen this?!" She tossed the heavy magazine into the air.

"Whaa?" Sango couldn't even finish her question before it had landed in her lap.

"Look, front page." Kagome joined Sango on her bed.

She turned to the front page, her jaw dropped. There staring back at her was a head shot of none other than Kuranosuke. His bright smile and obviously posed expression were a shock, yet she couldn't help but admit he was truly a handsome man.

Her eyes scanned the cover for words, 'Wealth and Fame Magazine presents: Top 50 most eligible bachelors'

"I take by your expression you had no idea about this." Kagome said

Sango read the across the page. "Sexy, Smart, Rich!!" Are you serious, this is a joke right?"

"No, there is a two page story and photo spread." Kagome said with a small giggle escaping her.

"I take it he is the most eligible?" She flipped through and looked for the pages he was featured on.

"I marked the most important paragraphs," Kagome proudly pointed out.

"What do you mean?" She asked still in a state of shock.

"Here," she pointed out "read this."

Sango's eyes moved along soaking in each word:

Interviewer: So what are your feelings about being named most eligible?

Kuranosuke: Well it is really an honor, I can't say that I am not the slightest bit flattered and somewhat embarrassed.

Interviewer: (laughs) Well, it is nothing to be embarrassed about. Speaking of embarrassing, what is your most embarrassing moment?

Kuranosuke: Well I would have to say it was the time…

Sango already knew that one, she skipped to the circled paragraphs in black pen.

Interviewer: Seeing as this is the most eligible bachelors issue, why do you think you have remained unmarried?

Kuranosuke: Good question, and one I can't really answer. There are many factors, for one I don't think I have previously had the time or energy to dedicate to a relationship.

Interviewer: And what is keeping you single now?

Kuranosuke: Yes, I guess you can say there is really nothing holding me back from finding that special someone. As a matter of fact I am sure she is closer to me than I think.

Interviewer: It seems that you have someone in mind when you talk about this, if so please explain.

Kuranosuke: She has always been there, yet there are still a few kinks in our relationship.

Interviewer: Like what?

Kuranosuke: It seems I am unsure how this particular woman feels.

Sango couldn't deny the fact that she felt they were talking about her. After all, she had been there for him since they were children. And the kinks in there relationship have all but disappeared, especially after what happened last night. 'Is he showing his true feelings here, am I the girl he is talking about?' her mind turned.

Interviewer: Aside from this woman, if there was ever anyone else to capture your attention, what would her characteristics be.

Kuranosuke: Well she would definitely have to be smart, a woman of many interests, who takes care of herself, caring and warm and funny.

Interviewer: So I am sure the readers are dying to know the identity of this woman, and I am sure that many of your female admirers will be anticipating the latest news on your love life. I have one more question though, because of your wealth do you find it hard to find a woman who is truly attracted to you and not your wallet?

Kuranosuke: That is truly a tough question. But, I find that it is easy to spot out general feelings and unreal ones.

Interviewer: Well, thank you for your time. And we are sure to see more of you in the future.

"Did you show her!" Shippou came running into Sango's room, "Look your boyfriend is on the front page."

"He is not my boyfriend." Sango dryly commented

"I forgot, Miroku is." Shippou replied, he knew just what chords to play

Sango rolled her eyes at his name, a visible sign of her distress.

"Right, you still have to tell us what happened? Why were you home at 3:00 in the morning and why does Miroku's name give you the shivers?" Kagome joined in

"You really want to know…" Sango began to speak and saw Shippou and Kagome lean in close with the expectance of gossip in there eyes.

"Yeah." They said in unison

"Too bad!" the disappointment in their eyes was priceless.

"Not funny." Kagome said, "don't you trust me?"

"Of course I do, It's just…" Sango sighed

Flashback

"I am going to go talk to the band." Sango tried he best to speak over the crowd and the loud music that was replacing the previous band.

"What?" Miroku asked leaning in closer

She raised her voice and leaned towards his ear "GOING TO TALK TO BAND"

Miroku just nodded and watched her disappear into the crowd. 'It's nice,' he thought, "just me and Sango alone together.' He recalled the last time they were alone, the night their friendship started, yet just as his mind began to get lost in the memories he felt a tap on his shoulder. He turned around and saw a familiar face, one he wanted to avoid. It was the girl he had slept with and never saw again. She looked at him with an expectant smile.

"Aren't you going to say hello Miroku?" She pushed close to him and embraced him

"Hello," he hugged back. "how are you? It's been a while." He forced a smile. This woman truly was a stalker.

"It really has been a long time no see. I can't say that I haven't tried getting hold of you, yet no one answers. You aren't avoiding my calls are you?" She said pulling away from the hug yet still keeping close.

"No.." Miroku laughed nervously, "Of course not, you see I have been out of town lately. I have some missionary work in Botswana." Okay far fetched but worth a try. If you are going to say you're out of town might as well be far from civilization.

"Really, you are truly a humanitarian. So are you here alone or has some other lucky lady earn the pleasure of your attention?" She asked raising an eyebrow.

Miroku let out another hesitant laugh. He was certain if he told her he was here with another woman there might be a cat fight. Yet he couldn't help but imagine Sango and this woman duking it out for him. With a quick snap back to reality he began working out another lie. He spotted two men at the bar.

"Actually I am here with them" He pointed "HEY!" He shouted and began to wave frantically. He received confused waves in return. "Uh, let me go over there and tell the guys something." He pushed past her and moved over to where his two new unwilling friends were.

"Hey." He said

The two men looked back in annoyance, "hey" one responded.

"Listen, can you two do me a favor? This is going to sound strange, but I promise I'll make it worth your time." He slipped each man a wad of cash.

Sango moved past the growing number of people back to where she left Miroku. There was no sign of him there. She scanned the bar for Miroku, still nothing. 'Where is he' she approached the bar and caught the attention of the bartender. 'At least it's not as loud here.' She thought.

"Need a drink?" He asked

"No, actually I am looking for a man." She said her eyes still darting the room.

"In that case I get off in an hour."

'Great another pervert' she thought. "What I meant was have you seen a man with dark hair…he probably was hitting on a girl…"

"Are you Sango?" The man asked

"Yeah, why?"

"Your guy told me to tell you he had to go."

"What? Did he say why?"

"No, but he had a pretty lady with him when he left."

Sango sighed, "Really?"

"Yeah…. you alright?"

'I must be frowning' she thought. Sango immediately smiled, "I could use a drink now." She said to the bartender.

"Sure, what will it be?"

"We'll have two gin and cokes on the rocks." A deep and raspy voice came behind her and sent chills down her spine. She turned back and confirmed her fear.

"It's still the usual right."

"What are you doing here Naraku?" Sango asked still getting over the initial shock of seeing him.

"Why Sango, thought you would be happier to see me considering our past." He smirked

Sango rolled her eyes, his comments had already begun to disgust her, "Answer me Naraku, why are you here? Last I heard you were in another country with Kikyo."

"A good friend of ours has asked me to come back, seems I am good for business."

"You mean Kuranosuke?" Sango asked

"Who else?" His smirk reappeared.

'Why would he do that? After all Naraku had done to me in the past, I was sure Kuranosuke wouldn't let him into my life again.' She thought

"You look shocked Sango? Don't tell me you thought you'd never see me again?" He let out a mocking laugh and reached towards her, Sango grabbed her drink, threw it on him and began to walk away. She didn't get far before she felt a tug on her arm.

"I'm not letting you get away that easy." Naraku's anger was evident in his voice as he pushed Sango into a dark corner of the bar.

There was a lot going on in this chapter, I actually had more planned but then I might not have updated till next week. Hey at least it is longer than the last one. Kay well nothing else to say except I hope to update soon, thanks for the reviews! Laters