Hidden Innocence
Chapter 13: The Bonding session
Kouga, Ginta and Hakaku were all walking down a hall. They were trying to find the games room, but it seemed that Kouga was just as lost as the twins.
"You know I don't think he know where he's going." Ginta whispered into Hakaku's ear.
"Yeah, I think we should go back and turn right at that hall."
"You idiots know that I can hear you right?" asked Kouga with an irritated scowl on his face. The twins stiffened when they heard his voice.
"Uh sorry, but Kouga do you even know where you're going?" asked Hakaku.
"Of course I do, I'm pretty sure it's right up here," said Kouga as he walked up to a room. He grabbed the handle of the door and pulled it open. "See here it is the……library." He said as he looked into the room.
"Oh god why are we even listening to him, it's like the blind leading the blind," said Ginta as he turned towards his brother. "So how about we go find that hall, Kaku?"
"Sounds good to me," said Hakaku as he linked his arms with his brother and they walked back the way they came. Kouga let out a sigh and followed the two birdbrains.
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Kagome walked into the games room, and Inuyasha was floored. Sure he had one in his house too but hers was so awesome. There was a TV that spanned from corner to corner. It was like a theatre but the only things hooked up to it were video games. He left Kagome's arm and walked over to see what systems she had. Sai followed suit as he scanned the room. There was a bar at the other corner of the room, that covered the entire wall. It had drink faucets and shelves full of junk food. Candies and popcorn, bags of chips and even a fridge was there. He wondered what kind of food there was in there. He looked at the other wall directly across from the entrance to the room and saw the pool table. It was crisp green felt with black painted wood. It looked impressive and he wondered if he would have a chance to play on it.
"Damn Kagome, you have all the systems! I don't even have them all. Shit even the Wii! Sai come on we have to play this, I've been meaning to get myself one of these."
"Shit I've been wanting one too, but I'm too poor to afford it. Do you mind Kagome?" asked Sai.
"No, be my guest, you two can play while us girls chat away," said Kagome as she dragged Ayame to the bar. She pulled out a bag of skittles and handed it to Ayame.
"Okay how about we play, Mario party!?"
"Sure I'll kick you're ass in that," said Sai with a smirk as he grabbed his controller. Inuyasha set up the game and was just about to start when the last three of the group came into the games room.
"See I told you this was the way!" said Hakaku as he laughed in Kouga's face.
"Watch it, Kouga looks ready to bite," Ginta said with a laugh, but winced back when Kouga growled. Hakaku looked around the room and whistled low, and when he saw the huge screen he almost fainted.
"DAMN THAT'S AWESOME!!!!! Hey can we join?" asked Hakaku.
"Sure the more people, the better. Just be warned I'll kick your asses!" said Inuyasha. He was competitive and everyone knew it.
"Oh shut up and fix the settings," said Sai as he knocked Inuyasha on the head with his hand.
"Hey watch it," said Inuyasha playfully but did as he was told. Kouga just ignored them and walked over to the girls who were sitting at the bar.
"What's wrong with you?" asked Ayame as she popped a skittle into her mouth.
"Who says there's anything wrong with me?" asked Kouga.
"Uh I don't know, maybe the way you sulked into the room, and the long and depressed look on your face," said Ayame. Kagome looked at Kouga and knew he was still trying to mull over everything that happened.
"So Kouga how about we have a game of pool?" asked Kagome.
"Nah I'm not really in the mood, you know I'm kind of hungry," said Kouga as he rubbed his tummy.
"Well how about some chips?" asked Kagome as she pointed to the shelf full of different flavours.
"Nah that won't fill me up, I think I'm gonna go see if there's anything to eat in the kitchen," said Kouga.
"Oh well do you want me to come with you?" asked Kagome.
"No you should stay go have fun, I didn't have anything all day, maybe after I eat I won't be all sulky," he said as he looked at his cousin with a sneer.
"Hey I say it like I see it mister," said Ayame with a grin.
"Yeah, sure, but I'm just gonna go see, Kaede usually has god stuff cooking whenever I'm over," he said. He was finally excited to see what was waiting for him in the kitchen. He felt just a little weird. With his blow up at the hide out, and then knowing that Kagome didn't return his feelings, he just couldn't be in the same room. He also knew that Kagome felt something for Inuyasha, and he didn't hate the guy, it was just the fact that he lost to him, was what irked him. He just didn't feel like he belonged. Ginta had Hakaku, no matter how lame that sounded, Kagome had Inuyasha and Ayame had Sai. He had no one, he was the odd one out, and because of it he just didn't want to be there.
When he finally found the kitchen, Kouga smelled the yummy aroma of good food. He looked at the stove and saw Kaede busy at work. There was a pot boiling away on the stove, and Kaede was busy chopping some lettuce on a cutting board. "What smells so good?" asked Kouga as he walked further into the kitchen.
"oh Kouga, are you hungry dear?" asked Kaede.
"More or less, just needed to get out of that room," said Kouga as he sat down on the stool near the island.
"Why would that be? You don't like Kagome's new friends?" asked Kaede.
"No, that's not it, just felt a little stuffy in there, so what are you making?" asked Kouga trying to change the subject.
"I was making some sandwiches for you guys to eat, just give me a minute and I'll make you one," said Kaede.
"Thanks Kae-san," said Kouga with a grin. She smiled at him warmly and went to work.
"So how is everything going at the hide out? Does your Dad still go out on missions?" asked Kaede making conversation.
"No not anymore, he's more into strategizing," said Kouga. "Why do you ask?"
"Well you're father and Naraku have been friends since they were young. When Naraku's father ran the house, I worked here, and I used to make food for them. It's just nice to see that you and Kagome are friends. A friendship that runs through generations, it's not something that happens very often," said Kaede as she finished off the sandwich.
Yeah and friendship is as far as it'll ever go, he thought bitterly, but smiled appreciatively when she placed the plate in front of him. "Thank you Kae-san."
"You're welcome," said Kaede as she filled him a glass of juice and placed it in front of Kouga as well.
"I guess I was starved," he said as he felt his mouth water just by looking at the sub. "Kagome's lucky to have you here." Kaede just laughed.
"I guess we're both lucky, because I love to cook and I get paid for it."
"Yeah you're right," he said once he swallowed the food. "So what do you think about Kagome going back to school? I know she didn't like it when they first made her go."
"Well I'm glad Kagome went to high school even if for only one year," said Kaede.
That makes one of us, he thought as he took a generous bite out of his sandwich.
"I know how enjoyable it was when I went all those years ago. You make many memorable friends there, and it already seems that she's made some friends," said Kaede with a smile.
"Yeah she's made many friends, I've meet them," said Kouga.
"Oh, well I hope I get to meet them soon."
"Yeah they're not that g—" he stopped himself when he heard Kagome running towards the kitchen. They both turned towards her.
"KOUGA!" she screeched as she finally stopped at the entrance to the kitchen.
"Kagome dear you shouldn't be screaming like that, its way too loud to the demons," said Kaede in a tsk-ing voice.
"Sorry Kaede, but Kouga come on we're going outside. The guys wanted to see the back yard," said Kagome.
"But I've seen it a billion times already," said Kouga.
"So, come on. I want you to come hang with us, no offence Kaede," said Kagome as she looked at Kaede.
"None taken, dear, now how about you two get out of my kitchen. I'll be done the lunch sooner and I'll get someone to bring it out to you," said Kaede.
"See there you go now let's go Kouga. Oh and thanks Kaede," said Kagome as she dragged Kouga along with her.
"So who's showing them around the house?" asked Kouga.
"Well I kinda left Yame in charge of that since the other four don't really know the place that well," said Kagome.
"Well it's pretty easy to find yourself around the place," said Kouga.
"Oh stop being so stuffy," said Kagome when she walked out onto the patio. She looked over and seen that her grand parents were sitting on the patio chairs along with Ayame. They were watching the guys as they started up a game of basketball on the basketball court. "Yame what are you doing over here?" asked Kagome as she looked at her friend. Ayame just shrugged as she got up, said bye to Naraku and Kagura and walked over to her friends.
"I just didn't want to play so I said I'd sit it out," said Ayame.
"Well then let's go see how the match is going," said Kagome as she linked her arm through Ayame's and the three walked over to the basketball court. They skirted around the swimming pool and then walked along the path leading to the right side of the yard. There was the caged basketball court that could also convert to a tennis court. "Hey guys." The guys stopped playing to look over at Kagome and the rest of the group.
"So how's the score?" asked Ayame.
"We aren't keeping score too much to think about," said Hakaku with a grin.
"Wow are you guys that brain dead?" asked Ayame.
"Hey!" both twins whined.
"I was just kidding, but how about I keep score for you guys? I know my baby could kill you guys!" said Ayame as she blew a kiss Sai's way. Kouga and the rest of the guys rolled their eyes, while Sai smiled at her.
"How about I join this, show you boy how men play?" asked Kouga, feeling just a little more comfortable with everyone.
"Sure, how about you take my spot on the team? I wasn't ever much of a basketball player," said Inuyasha as he got out of the court. Kouga grinned and walked in.
"Okay guys let's get this thing started," said Kouga as he took off his jacket. Ayame let out a whistle and they started their game.
"So you're house is amazing," said Inuyasha as he looked at Kagome.
"Yeah it's not too bad, but I'm sure yours is twice as big, with your dad being who he is and your mother, a famous actress," said Kagome.
"Don't worry Kagome, I'll introduce you to her asap," he said with a grin.
"I would love to meet her, but I wasn't implying that—"
"Yeah sure you weren't," said Inuyasha, his grin just getting bigger.
"Oh be quiet, hey I know why don't I show you a place that I know you'll love," said Kagome as she took his hand.
"And why would I like it?" asked Inuyasha.
"Cause I love it, just trust me," she said as she dragged him back into the house. Kagura and Naraku watched the intently.
"Looks like Kagome found her Mr. Prefect," she said with a grin. Naraku smiled.
"Yeah and lucky for them I like the kid," said Naraku.
"Well that's good to hear," said Kagura as she leaned into him and kissed him once. He smiled into the kiss and touched her face tenderly. "She'll be so happy when they finally put everything out in the open."
"You mean like how happy I've made you?" he asked with a grin.
"Don't get full of yourself, Nakao," said Kagura with a smirk.
"Ouch last name," said Naraku with a laugh as he hugged his wife.
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"Kagome where are you taking me?" asked Inuyasha.
"Just wait and see," said Kagome. She took another turn and finally found her destination. "Ah here we go." She opened the door and pulled him in. She left him standing in the doorway. The room was dark, and Kagome walked right in. she was accustomed to the room and knew where she was going. She walked over to the windows and pulled the ceiling high curtains open. The room flooded with sunlight and Inuyasha was amazed.
"Wow there are so many books here," said Inuyasha.
"Yup, this is where I get home schooled. There is a whole book case on just the history of Japan and other parts of the world," said Kagome with a grin. "All the books I've already read. I thought you might like it."
"Damn I can spend my whole day in here reading these books," said Inuyasha as he walked over to the bookcase and looked through the spines.
"See I knew you'd like it. Just look through them, see what you like," said Kagome as she walked over to the couches that was sitting in the middle of the room. She grabbed her book that was sitting on the end table right beside the couch. She opened the book where the book mark saved it for her and immersed into the book.
Inuyasha looked through the books. There were books on the history of the samurais, culture of Japan: Past and present, book about the people of Japan and many other stories. He looked at a shelve high and saw a whole shelf on the tombs of Egypt and it's mysteries. "Wow these are my kind of books," he muttered to himself. Then he saw a book that he was trying to look for, for so long and was amazed that she had it. He pulled it out and was about to go over to Kagome to ask her how she got it, when he noticed how interested in the book she was. It was like she wasn't even there. He watched her and had to smirk as he noticed the smirk that was trying to come out onto her lips.
Whatever she was reading, it was good, and got her amused. He liked the look of her, she was gorgeous, but no an air head like the many girls at his school. She has a brain and knew how to use it. Her lips twisted up and Inuyasha wanted to taste it. He wanted to know how well his lips fitted against hers. He walked over to her and placed the book on the end table. He sat down beside her, and Kagome felt the shift on the couch. She put her bookmark in between her book and looked over at him. He had a glassy sheen to his eyes as if he was dreaming something.
"Inuyasha are you okay?" she asked as she placed her book on the table. She turned to face him fully. "Inuyasha, what's wrong?" she asked. He lifted his hand to her face, and Kagome jerked a little before relaxing.
"Kagome, your so pretty," he said in a far away voice.
"Uh thanks?" she asked feeling a little uncomfortable. She had never been this close to a guy before and didn't know how to react. Inuyasha just smiled at her and then looked down at her lips again. He ran his thumb over her lips. She stiffened a little and her lips firmed into a line.
"Don't do that," he said as he put his other hand on the other side of her face. Kagome brought up her hand to pull his down but Inuyasha pulled her face forward. Her eyes looked into his and immediately melted. The look in his eyes, was of sheer adoration and her grip loosened on his and Inuyasha took that as a good sign.
Kagome closed her eyes as Inuyasha eased closer. Just as his lips pressed against her, the door to the library opened. "Kagome, dear are you he—oh I'm sorry dear," said Kaede as she cleared her throat. Both teens jumped back. Both blushing madly, they looked to the floor.
"Well I just came to get you, the good is ready, and Naraku asked me to come get you two," said Kaede.
"Thanks Kaede, we'll be right there," said Kagome as she got up. Inuyasha followed her both quiet. Kagome was just a little panicked but at the same time she was so excited. She had wanted to kiss him, and now she finally got the chance but Kaede got in the way.
Inuyasha was just a little embarrassed but he also hoped that she felt that spark when their lips met. He looked at her from the corner of his eyes and he saw a smile forming on her lips, which caused one to for on his own. When they came out to the patio he saw that everyone was eating. The guys all looked sweaty and his smile turned into laughter when he saw that Ayame was sitting all the way on the other side, complaining about sweaty guys.
"Where the hell did you guys go?" asked Ayame when she spotted them.
"No where just showed Inuyasha the library, you know my history collection," said Kagome with a grin.
"That must have made him crazy," said Sai.
"Why?" asked Ginta with food in his mouth. Sai grimaced at the sight but answered anyways.
"Cause Inuyasha loves history and if I know Kagome then she must have a million books on it," said Sai.
"Well of course I do, but that's besides the point, now I'm hungry," said Kagome. She sat down and grabbed a sandwich. Inuyasha followed her example and started to eat as well. Once everyone was done, Kagome looked over at everyone. "So what are you guys doing for the rest of the weekend?" asked Kagome
"Well we have to practice for our gig next Friday," said Sai.
"Oh yeah I nearly forgot about that, we should really get on that," said Inuyasha as he sipped some of his drink.
"Oh Yame we're going to that!" said Kagome with a grin. "You better be as good as you said you are Tanaka." Kagome laughed when Sai raised his brows at her.
"Of course I'm good, we all are, just watch. Yash we're going to have to wow the crowd," said Sai.
"Yup, you guys should all come, it'll be fun, and we can get you guys free drinks," said Inuyasha with a grin.
"Oh well then count us in," said Kouga with a grin.
"Sweet, free drinks, and I'm assuming admission too right?" asked Hakaku as he looked from Sai to Inuyasha.
"Yeah sure, just help us bring in our equipment and you'll get in for free, the girls too, we'll just call you our groupies, and you should be able to get in," said Inuyasha with a grin.
"Groupies, now that's going a little too far, if you want a groupie than you should ask Kikyou to come," said Kagome with a sneer.
"But it's just to get you in," Inuyasha defended.
"No we'll get in our own way, right Yame?" asked Kagome.
"Of course!" said Ayame.
"Okay well now that that's settled who's up for a little game of Super Smash Bros?" asked Kagome as she got up.
"Count me in," said Inuyasha as he got up. The others followed and they went back to the games room to have some harmless teenage fun.
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A/N: Well I'm finally going to finish this story. Looking back now I know that my writing has improved a lot more, and I'm glad. At least now it'll be better quality. And to those who actually waited to read this story, thanks for waiting. I promise to have chapters up quickly, and should be done this story within a month or two! And I have chapters written in a notebook so I just have to type them up! So stay tuned and I hope to read what you all have to say about the story.