A/N: Wow, 12 reviews for chapter seven! That's the most I've gotten for a single chapter! I didn't even have to threaten! Wow, you guys, you're great! All of those who reviewed, I mean. Not you guys that are reading and not reviewing! Yeees, I know you're out there… You get no thanks! Meh!

Woah, going over the reviews I've gotten, it seems a lot of you guys like the character called Kuri. I'll be sure to tell her that she has fans… Hehehehehhh…

Oh yeah, I'm putting in a specific song in this chapter, and I'm unsure of some of the details of it, so don't blame me for some stuff, as I didn't know…

Disclaimer: I-iay o-day ot-nay own-oay nuyasha-Iay. Okay, so I don't now the exact rules of pig-latin, but it's a lot more interesting than my last disclaimer, eh? Oh yeah! I also don't own a certain song --cough-- featured in this chapter…

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Chapter Eight: Prom

"Eee! I just love riding in limos when no one'd died!" Ayame squealed in delight.

On the rest of the ride to the school, the gang held a pleasant conversation with each other, and, many times during it, the boys complimented their dates on their appearance. Kind of awkwardly, actually…

Anyways, when they hopped out of the vehicle, Inuyasha, Miroku, and Kouga all offered their bent arms to the girls, escorting them to the doors.

They all marveled at the decorations. Streamers and balloons were taped to the walls up to the high ceiling. Tables were lined up against two walls, and atop were dozens of punch bowls and refreshments of all sorts.

"Dude, I thought all they had at proms were spiked punch," Inuyasha said to Kouga, who nodded in agreement.

Through the night, they all danced and drank punch. Surprisingly, no one spiked the punch! Well, at least not the bowl the gang got their drinks out of…

Anyhoo, Ayame and Kouga made quite the seen as they tango-ed around, causing everyone else to make a big circle around them in enjoyment. Sango even asked Miroku to dance, but, of course, Miroku's hand had 'accidentally slipped', setting off quite a few slaps.

After several nice upbeat songs, clap-clap-clap's, the principal of the school came on stage.

"I hope you're all having fun," he started, "and I'm sure you've all been anticipating the moment," he paused, "when this year's king and queen," he paused again, "will be announced!"

Everyone cheered and clapped in excitement.

"This year's king will be…" He opened a black and red envelope. "…Inuyasha Taisho!"

Inuyasha twirled around to look at the stage and auditorium clapping and staring at him. Kikyo, who had been in a corner flirting with a bunch of guys (A/N: She may be a bitch, but, in this fic, she's pretty popular. Dammit.), pushed through and was jumping up and down, pretending to be happy for Inuyasha (which she, was a little, but more excited about who was going to be queen, whom she was quite sure was going to be herself).

Inuyasha was getting Kagome a drink when his name was being announced. He looked over at Kagome, who was obviously happy for him.

She smiled sweetly, took the drink from his hand then told him to go to the stage.

He went, nervously, and the assistant principal put a crown-thinger on his head, earning a bunch of claps and cheers.

"And now," the principal continued, "for the queen…" He paused for the longest time as the crowd went silent, waiting in anticipation.

"K…"

Kikyo clenched her fists in eagerness at the first sound of her name.

Kagome took a sip of her drink casually.

Then she looked up at Inuyasha, who was standing at the edge of the stage.

"Ahem," he whispered to the woman next to him. "This is a little smudged…" They whispered back and forth and finally he let out a small 'Ah.'

"Kagome Higurashi!"

Kagome was alarmed. Since she was sitting against a wall, the crowd looked around for her. Since Sango and Ayame knew where she was, as did Miroku and Kouga, they turned their heads in her direction, but then so did everyone else.

She shyly placed down her cup onto the table and stood up uneasily. Everyone was staring at her, even while she quietly walked up the steps onto the stage, passing Inuyasha.

The light tiara-type crown was placed upon her head, and when it touched her hair, a roar of applause came from all. Well, all, but Kikyo. She turned to Inuyasha, who smiled at her. She smiled back.

"Now it's time for the king and queen's dance…" the assistant principal spoke into the microphone, as the live band played a slow, steady song. Kikyo slumped into a chair near the corner to mope. She had lost Inuyasha to Kagome again.

The pack formed into a large circle again, as Inuyasha and Kagome timidly put their hands on each other.

They moved into the circled, and danced a slow, even, dance.

Ayame smiled, happy for her friends, but was a bit bored. Yes, the song was nice and all, but it was kind of boring.

Then, she had an idea.

"Hey Kouga…" she leaned over to Kouga, and whispered her plan into his ear. He then whispered it to Sango, who whispered it to Miroku.

Slowly, the four backed away from the crowd unnoticed.

Ayame winked at Kagome.

When they got out of the crowd, they ran up the steps.

Ayame hip-bumped the singer at the microphone, off the stage and took charge.

Her partners in crime, too, shoved those in their positions off the small platform.

There was a crack of the microphone and a few small noises from the instruments getting put to their new 'masters'.

Everyone turned to Ayame's attention, at the sudden stopping of music, as Inuyasha and Kagome exchanged looks.

She turned to Kouga on the lead guitar. "Hit it." He nodded towards Miroku on the drums, and Sango on bass.

Miroku did a quick "One! Two! One, two, three, four!"

They started playing the intro to Santana's (A/N: Disclaimer: I do not own this song. But I do like it a whole lot! ) 'Smooth'.

Ayame bopped her head to the beat, just waiting for her cue.

"Man, it's a hot one. Like seven inches from the midday sun. I hear you whispering the words. Melt every one. But you stay so cool…" Ayame started singing, winking at the supposed-to-be-dancing-to-a-slow-song couple.

Everyone, except Kagome and Sango, were surprised to hear Ayame sing so well. Especially a song that was originally sung by a man, though it sounded really good with a woman's voice.

Inuyasha and Kagome shrugged and put their hands on each other in dancing positions yet again, and everyone put their attention back to the pair.

"My monakita. My Spanish Harlem Mona Lisa. You're my reason for reaso-on. The step in my groove. Yeah…!" Ayame continued, turning back, making sure the rest of the group was having as much fun as she was.

Inuyasha and Kagome stepped, back and forth, moving swiftly around the circle area.

"And if you said 'This life ain't good enough,' I will give my world to lift you up! I could change my life, to better suit your moo-oo-ood. 'Cause you're so smooth…!"

They smiled at each other. Then Inuyasha twirled Kagome into a graceful twirl. Arms outstretched, hands holding, Kagome did a quick curtsy, Inuyasha a little bow.

"And it's just like the ocean – under the moo-oon! It's the same as the emotion that I get from you-ooh! You got the kinda lovin' that can be so smooth, yeah! An' give me your heart. Make it real, or let's forget about it…!"

He pulled her back, twirling her around, into his arms. Then they made eye-contact.

"I'll tell you one thing… If you would leave, it'd be a crying shame. And every breath, and every word. I hear your name, calling me out…!"

They did a little hip swishy thing, then Inuyasha turned Kagome around to face him again.

"An' from the barrio," she rolled her tongue, "You hear my rhythm on the radio. You feel the turning of the world -- so soft and slow, turning you 'round, and 'round…"

They did a few more steps around the circle, their feet moving quickly, making Kagome's gown flow elegantly, twirling around, then back around.

"And if you said 'This life ain't good enough,' I will give my world to lift you up! I could change my life, to better suit your moo-oo-ood. 'Cause you're so smooth…!"

Inuyasha and Kagome pushed off of each other's palms, twirling a couple times, one set of hands still clasped, twisting their arms over their necks, behind their heads, walking around with their clasped hands as the center point, staring into the other's eyes. They were really into this.

"And it's just like the ocean – under the moo-oon! It's the same as the emotion that I get from you-ooh! You got the kinda lovin' that can be so smooth, yeah! An' give me your heart. Make it real, or let's forget about it…!"

They twisted their arms around and around their own bodies again, going back into their starting position. A solo for Kouga came on, and he took it. Ayame danced on the stage wildly with her stand-ed microphone. The couple did a some tango-like steps, back and forth, rotating, then outstretching arms, but still grasped, throwing their heads back dramatically (well, at least, Kagome did).

"Oh yeah! And it's just like the ocean – under the moo-oon! It's the same as the emotion that I get from you-ooh! You got the kinda lovin' that can be so smooth, yeah! An' give me your heart. Make it real, or let's forget about it…!"

Inuyasha, realizing it was near the end of the song, twirled Kagome with his own hand above her head. Kagome spun around swiftly on the toes of her shoes by crossing her leg over the other, lightly holding Inuyasha's supporting hand.

"Ooor, let's just forget about it! Whoo! Let's just forget about it! Ooh, yeah! Uh huh! WHOO! Or, let's just forget about it! Ooor, let's forget abou' it! Uh! Uh! Uh! OR LET'S FORGET ABOUT IT!!!"

At this last line, Inuyasha grabbed Kagome around the waist and lowered her, bending her back, hair strands lightly brushing the floor.

"Whoo! Thank you very much!" Ayame shouted, as Kouga gave out one last, finishing note. Everyone erupted with applause at the excellent performance of dance as well as music. Even the principals and hired band cheered.

Kagome looked deep into his amber orbs. One of her hands was rested on Inuyasha shoulder, while the other arm dangled from her shoulder. Inuyasha had both hands behind her back, supporting her body. They both leaned in. They lowered their eyelids. Kagome pushed her body upwards, and Inuyasha bent his back farther down…

…Gradually.

'He's going to kiss me…' Kagome thought. Leaning in farther…

farther…

"INUYASHA!!!"

Kikyo pushed Kagome out of Inuyasha's arms, onto the ground. Her crown hit the floor with a clink and bounced on the hard surface several times. Kagome sat there in disbelief, face red from anger. Kikyo threw her arms around Inuyasha.

'What the fu—' He cut himself off. "Kikyo! What the hell are you doing?!"

Kagome huffed. Kikyo closed her eyes and leaned in towards Inuyasha's face. He tried to lean back, turning his face, disgusted. Inuyasha finally pushed her away, and while she stood there, he offered a hand to Kagome. She gladly took it, and when she was up on her feet, Inuyasha whispered in her ear, "Let's ditch this." She smiled as Inuyasha took her wrist and ran towards the door (the crowd separated, clearing a path for them), flinging the crown behind him, and it landed next to Kagome's at Kikyo's feet. Kikyo stomped away to the punch bowl.

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They were out the doors, gazing at the stars –and, still holding hands.

"Hey, Inuyasha?"

"Yuh?"

"What happened back the—I mean, what almost happened back in there…?"

Inuyasha blushed. "Mmhm…?"

"Was it just the moment, or…" her voice trailed off as she blushed.

"Um… the moment…?"

"Y-yeah. That's what I thought too."

"Yeah. Heh." They both chuckled nervously.

Kagome broke the silence.

"Yeah, the moment. That was all. We were just caught up in the moment. Doesn't everyone, once in their life? I mean, the dance, the applause, the music…? It was amazing, but… It was just that moment… Nothing more, right, Inuyasha?"

He nodded.

"Yeah, the moment was great, but… Was it maybe more than that…?' they both thought.

Just then, Sango, Ayame, Miroku, and Kouga appeared through the doors.

"Yo," Sango said. "Get bored already?"

"Hey, it's been a long night, plus, it's almost over," Ayame said.

"Yeah, let's go home," Kagome suggested. They all nodded and walked up the limo parked up against the curb.

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Sango's house was the first stop.

"See you later, Sango."

"Bye, guys," she replied, stepping out of the door Miroku held for her. He had to get his moped. (A/N: --Cough--) The limo took off down the street. Sango walked up the steps. She glanced someone at the corner of her eye, and turned around

"Miroku, what are you doing?"

"Why, lady Sango, I'm walking you home," he responded.

"Aw, that's real sweet of you, but I can manage, and you gotta get your.. uh… moped…"

"No, I insist."

She rolled her eyes and continued up the steps with Miroku and her side. When she got to the door, she turned around again.

"Well, uh, bye, Miroku."

"What about a good-bye good-night kiss?" he wiggled his eyebrows.

Sango rolled her eyes again. "Good night, Miroku," she said sternly.

"Oh, come on. Just a quickie on the lips."

She sighed and smiled at the same time. Sango looked to her left, then to her right, then leaned forward and pecked him lightly on his cheek. He rubbed the spot where her lips had been as Sango opened the door and stepped inside.

She turned around and said, "'Night, Houshi," then closed the door lightly. Miroku turned and walked down the steps.

He put one leg over his moped and uttered,

"Good night, lady Sango," then drove away.

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'It wasn't just the moment,' Kagome decided. 'It was more. I'm sure of it.'

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A/N: Like it? It was pretty short, eh? But, man, I made that prom-crowd like a bunch of robots! Lol. Yeah… R&R!