FD: here's the next installment. this one was a long time coming. this was requested by: foxgodess07. sorry about the lateness of it. had a hard time figuring a quote. anywho i hope you like it. Now go read and review. again, i take requests.

"speaking"

'thoughts'

FD: any author notes (A/N) are the voices in my head interjecting their thoughts into the story.

Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha or any of the Batmans or the movie from which this quote was taken.

Pairing: Kagome and Batman/Bruce Wayne. maybe slightly AU for Batman. The quote is said by Alfred.

Background: Well is closed, Inu chose Kikyo. Kagome moved to Gotham City move in with her friend Rachel Dawes. I kind of based Batman off of the movies Batman Begins and The Dark Knight. I just like Christian Bale, so...anywho. If you think of those two movies, they did not happen. I just chose to base Bruce off of that Bruce. if that makes sense to you all. Now, since yesterday was Christmas in July, I have this story taking place around Christmas. anwwho, go forth and read and review.

Promises You Don't Intend to Keep

He leapt from building to building, pausing every so often to check for danger. When he was sure everything was fine, he decided to head back home. As he was about to turn around to head back he heard a scream. Quickly he rushed toward the sound and when he got there, he was shocked as to what he saw; a small woman was efficiently beating up the thugs who attempted to attack her.

When he was sure they were out, he jumped down from his spot and made his way over to the woman.

"I think you took care of them rather well," he said to her.

He watched as the woman turned to him and he noticed that she look rather beautiful and a little shocked.

"Hn. Now who are you supposed to be?"

"Batman."

"Ah, well I need to go, my friend is probably worried."

"I can take you," he quickly replied, not wanting to leave her.

"That won't be necessary, besides, if I'm correct, you need to take these guys to the police."

"Very true."

"Well, then bye."

"Good bye."

He watched as she headed off. 'Hm, she's interesting. I'll just have to find out more about this mysterious woman.' He quickly picked up the men and dropped them off in front of the police station before finally heading home.

~FD~

"Are you sure this dress is all right Rachel?"

"It's fine Kagome," Rachel said as she turned to look at her friend who was wearing a long red and black dress, that molded to her body well, "You'll be the envy at the party."

"If you're sure. Who did you say was holding this party?"

"Bruce Wayne. He's an old friend and his Christmas parties are usually huge. Don't worry though, I promise we won't stay too long if you don't feel like it. They can be a little overwhelming."

"Great."

"At least sound excited."

"I don't want to."

"Please?"

"No. Now what can you tell me about Bruce?"

"Hm, he's a great guy, rich and a bit of a playboy."

"Ah," Kagome said with a hint of sadness to her voice.

"Oh, I'm sorry Kagome, I forgot about your ex boyfriend. Don't worry, he doesn't cheat. He usually dates and then dumps…and I'm not making you feel any better am I?"

"No, you're not."

"Well, you're not going to the party to date him anyway and besides if he does ask you out you can always say no."

"I know, I know. Let's just go and get this over with."

The two headed out of Rachel's apartment, down to her car and then to Wayne Manor. When they got there and got out of the car, Kagome stared in awe at the mansion.

"It is remarkable," came a voice from in front of her that sounded strangely familiar. She turned her head to the voice and noticed that it belonged to one of the most gorgeous men she ever laid her eyes on. He had black hair and brown eyes, and looked dashing in his black tuxedo.

"Rachel, are you going to introduce me to your lovely friend?" the man asked.

"Sure, Kagome Higurashi this is my friend and host of the party Bruce Wayne."

"It's a pleasure to meet you," Kagome said. 'So this is Bruce. Rachel forgot to mention how gorgeous he is.'

"No, the pleasure is all mine," Bruce replied as he took one of her hands and kissed the knuckles, causing Kagome to blush.

The two women then gave Alfred their coats and Rachel made introductions again. They then headed in.

~FD~

Bruce watched as Rachel and her gorgeous friend went inside while cursing himself for not asking Kagome to save him a dance. 'Guess I'll have to find her later and fight of the men.' He then turned to Alfred and said, "Kagome was the woman from last night."

"Ah, the one who didn't need saving?"

"Yes."

"What are you going to do sir?"

"Well, first I'll dance with her tonight and then ask her out, but she's definitely different than the other women I've dated. So, what I need to know is how in the world do I woo her?"

"Well, there's the usual things: flowers…chocolates…promises you don't intend to keep…" Alfred replied.

"Yes, but for some reason I don't think she'd care for that or my wealth and I want to make promises that I'll keep; I don't want her to be like the others."

"Then get into your own party, dance with her and find out about her."

"Yes, Alfred."

A couple nights later

Batman bounded over buildings, listening for any signs of trouble. He paused once when he thought he heard something and indeed he did. It sounded very familiar to him. 'Kagome.' He moved faster than he ever did before to reach her in time. When he got to her, he spotted her knocked out with quite a few guys surrounding her. Quickly he took action and knocked them out. After that he went over to Kagome and saw that she had quite a few bad wounds.

Knowing she needed medical treatment right away, he decided to take her back to his mansion. As he headed back, Kagome regained consciousness for a little while.

"Huh? Batman?"

"Shh, you're injured pretty badly."

"You saved me?"

"Yes. Now rest, everything will be alright."

He watched as she closed her eyelids and fell asleep, but not before whispering, "Thank you."

"You're welcome, Kagome."

When he arrived, he quickly entered his bat cave, changed out of his suit and headed upstairs.

"Alfred!"

"What is it sir?"

"Her," he replied nodding to the woman in his arms.

"Oh dear. I assume you'll be taking care of her wounds?"

"Yes, I'll be in my room."

He headed to his room as Alfred headed to get what he needed. When Alfred came with a first aid kit, he began cleaning and dressing her wounds. When he was finished he slumped in his chair and fell asleep.

~FD~

Kagome awoke and didn't recognize anything. She looked around and noticed Bruce Wayne asleep in a chair next to the bed she was in. 'How did I get here? The last thing I remember was Batman. Wait…I thought Bruce's voice sounded strangely familiar…he's Batman.' She looked from him to herself and noticed that her wounds were bandaged. 'Did he do that? So sweet.'

She sat there and thought all about what happened since she left Japan to come to Gotham City to live with Rachel. "Crap, Rachel!"

"Don't worry, I've already called to let her know where you were, Miss Higurashi," came Alfred's voice.

"Oh, thank you and call me Kagome."

"Ah, so you are awake," came Bruce's voice.

"Yes, and thank you for bandaging my wounds and for saving me," she replied with a smirk.

"You know?"

"It's not that hard to guess, especially when the last thing I remember before I woke up here and saw you was Batman. That and your voices are similar."

"Ah, and it doesn't bother you?"

"No, should it?"

"No."

"Let me guess, it bothered an old girlfriend."

"Yes."

"Ah."

"You're not going to ask who?"

"Would you tell me if I did?"

"Probably not."

"So, you see there is no point in me asking."

"It was Rachel."

"Really?"

"Yes."

"Oh. Anyway, is there anything I can do to repay you?" she asked.

She watched a smirk creep across his handsome face, and regretted asking.

"As a matter of fact, there is."

"And?"

"Go on a date with me."

"Why?"

"Because I want you to and you know you want to."

"No, didn't I answer this at your Christmas party?"

"Yes, but let me show you I'm not the playboy everyone says I am."

Sighing she replied, "Yes."

~FD~

2 years later…

"Stop pacing."

"I can't, I've never done this before."

"She'll say yes, believe me, she's been waiting for this."

"Are you sure about that Rachel?"

"Yes. Don't worry Bruce, everything will be fine."

"If you're sure."

"Of course I'm sure. Look here she comes; I'll see you guys later."

"Kagome, you look amazing," he said as he gave her a quick kiss.

"Thanks, you don't look too bad yourself."

"I know. Now let's go," he said as took her arm and led her to the gardens, where a candlelight dinner was set up.

"Oh, Bruce it's beautiful," she exclaimed.

"Yes, you are."

They sat down and ate dinner. After dinner, Bruce got up and asked her to dance to which she consented. They danced until Bruce stopped and knelt down.

"Kagome, my love?"

"Yes Bruce?"

"Would you do me the honor of becoming my wife?" He asked while holding out a diamond ring.

"Yes, oh, yes!" she replied as he placed the ring on her finger.

After that, he got up, picked her up, swung her around and then after placing her back on the ground kissed her. As soon as they broke for air she said, "I love you."

"And I love you."

The End

FD: the quote is: "Well, there's the usual things: flowers...chocolates...promises you don't intend to keep..." by Cogsworth from Beauty and the Beast. Now go review and check out my other stories, Because of Rin and The Demon Nutcracker Prince.