Disclaimer: I do hereby disclaim all rights and responsibilities for the characters in this bit of fun… especially for the one with a theory. A nod of recognition is bent towards Rumiko Takahashi for her creative prowess.
This drabble was originally posted to Live Journal on April 1, 2009.
Small Favors
Miroku almost laughed when Sango gave him a wide berth on her way to the register. The firm set of her jaw and the haughty tilt to her chin screamed 'chase me', and he willingly complied. "How long have you worked here?"
Suspicious brown eyes pinned him for a moment before flicking down to check the position of his hands. "Long enough." At his injured expression, she relented a little. "Three weeks."
"You know… in all that time, I've never seen you drink any coffee."
"So?"
"Do you drink coffee?"
"Sometimes."
"Good! How do you take it?" Before she could reply, he waved a hand. "No, wait! Let me guess!" He and Inuyasha had developed a whole theory about women and their taste in coffee. Sango's combative attitude suggests the 'no frills' approach. "Hmm… black?"
"Actually," she corrected, "When I do drink coffee, I like it sweet."
A slow smile spread across Miroku's face. "I'll be right back!"
"What're you so excited about?" asked Inuyasha.
"I think Sango's a mocha girl!" he exulted.
"You're just noticing this?"
"I wonder if she likes whipped cream?" Miroku speculated dreamily.
"If you're planning on asking her that, duck."
"It's an innocent question!"
"Not coming from you," Inuyasha smirked. "Do yourself a favor; switch her to decaf. It may slightly improve your chances."
"I thought you didn't want me pursuing her."
"I'm not talking about your chances with Sango," Inuyasha drawled. "I'm talking about your chances of survival."
Wordlessly, Miroku reached for the decaf.
End Note: This drabble was written for the Live Journal community iyissekiwa and their prompt for Contest #73—Switch. 250 words.