Recall: "All of us were treated like shit to humans. That's why I was such an asshole to you." Hiten said. Kagome just smiled at him, knowing he didn't really mean it.
"But, none of us had it worse than Inuyasha." Miroku said. They looked back to see him still standing in the same position with his arms crossed.
"Is he always the last to leave." He nodded. "So why is he any different from you guys?"
"The mutts a half breed." Koga stated.
"…So?" They gasped.
"You are weird Kagome." He said.
"Don't you even know what that is?" Ginta asked. She shook her head.
"His mother was a human, making him half human." Miroku finished. "Since humans don't like demons, and demons don't like humans, having a half demon is frowned upon."
"If you want to have a shitty life, try being Inuyasha." Hakaku said. Kagome looked at him in pity, wondering if that's why he hates her.
Chapter 3: Sad Angel
The next day, things were a little bummed for Inuyasha. He woke up to the sound of raining, meaning him and the other demons had to stay inside. Not that he enjoyed playing those stupid games with them; it's just something to do when you're stuck in this…jail. Getting fresh air, looking at the blue sky, and a little taste of freedom. Not chained up, but free to stretch your legs. Now it was raining, so he had to stay inside. With the dumb ass demons, the unbarring nurses; and what's worse, is he'd have to spend another day with…that damn girl.
He couldn't stop thinking about her through out the night. She invaded his dreams with her smile, her laugh, and her scent…that wonderful aroma she leaves when she walks by. Inuyasha shook his head, roughly, as if trying to get rid of her image.
"FUCK." He said out loud, sitting up from his bed. He tried so hard getting her face out of his mind. Thoughts of killing her, ripping her lips from her face, hearing her scream…usually this would give him happy thoughts about anyone else. The guards, the doctors…Kikyo; it would give him pleasure killing each and every one of the humans in the hospital. But, for some reason, him thinking of killing Kagome, that human, the one that laughed and mocked him. He couldn't picture himself killing her. But, why not?He asked himself. I hate humans; they fucking ruined my life.
Inuyasha got up from is bed and started to pace his room, which wasn't difficult considering he had such a small space. I've been tortured by humans all of my life. I don't have a family because of the humans. Well that wasn't entirely true. He did have an older brother who is also kept at the hospital. Psst, he doesn't count. I haven't talked to him since I was three. Inuyasha thought as more memories of when he was younger entered his mind.
"Inuyasha…INUYASHA!" He shook his head roughly, trying to dismiss the horrible images. I will never forgive the humans for what they've done to me. Suddenly, the bell rang, informing all the demons that it was time to get up. As if I didn't have a choice. Since I'm stuck here for the rest of my fucking life, I might as well stay in this damn room. But, who was he…just a half-breed with no freedom.
Kikyo was in the lounge where the talking session was held. Her hair was nicely kept, and she was wearing her usual nurse uniform. While sitting down, she impatiently tapped her foot. Where is that…girl? She thought to herself. Maybe, with any luck, she decided to quit. A little smirk graced her face. Minutes later, the patients walked in, like always, chained up, also wearing their uniforms. Kagome was still nowhere to be found.
Inuyasha was the last person to walk into the lounge. He was so certain he would smell the scent of cherries, lilacs and a hint of honey, yet there was nothing. He took in a deep breath, but all he could smell was demons and the cleaners the janitors use for the room. He took his seat while looking around for the one person who carried the scent. Why do I care? He asked himself, as he slouched in his chair, while looking down at the floor.
"Good morning pa-"
"Where's Kagome?" Koga suddenly asked, interrupting Kikyo.
"I don't know, Koga. And it's very rude to interrupt people while they are talking." Koga snorted.
"As if I cared if I'm rude to you. I just want to know where Kagome is."
"Sup, Koga." Bankotsu said. "You gotta crush on the nurse?" Koga blushed.
"Humph, ya right. She's just a hell of a lot better than this bitch." Snickers could be heard through out the circle. Kikyo glared at all of them as she tapped her notepad on her lap, trying to get their attention.
"Enough. Kagome isn't here right now so-" A loud buzz rang, informing everyone that the doors were opening. As soon as the doors opened, Kagome emerged and jaws were dropped.
"Hello everyone." She said while walking to her seat. "I'm sorry I'm late." Kikyo tapped her nails on her notepad while clearing up her throat.
"Kagome, what are you wearing?" She asked as calmly as she could. Kagome looked down at her outfit. Instead of the usual nurse uniform she was suppose to wear, Kagome wore a green T-shirt, dark jeans, white sneakers with a black outline, and a green head-ban that matched the shirt.
"Clothes." She said, making the patients chuckle, accidentally. It's not that funny, I'm just telling the truth.
"I know…" Kikyo stopped, and then took a deep breath. "I know you're wearing clothes."
"Then why did you ask, bitch?" Hiten said out loud, making everyone laugh louder.
"Why aren't you wearing your uniform?" Kikyo asked, ignoring Hiten.
"Oh, I only had one. And I didn't feel like washing it." Miroku gave out a fake cough and mumbled out 'lazy'. Kagome smiled and stuck her tongue out playfully.
"Aww, you hurt my feelings."
"I'm sure Miroku. Anyways, I asked Kaede if it was okay if I wore some of my clothes I brought from home. She said it was fine, but I have to wear my uniform on important days…whatever that means."
"Disgraceful." Kikyo sneered.
"Someone's upset." Bankotsu uttered.
"Fine, I'll discuss this with you later. For now let's continue with the session." While Kikyo was talking, Inuyasha was stuck in the same position. His mouth was slightly dropped, his head tilted, and his eyes were only focused on Kagome. He watched her as she played with her fingers, not listening to a single thing Kikyo was saying. She stuck some of her hair behind her ear and started looking around until her eyes met his. This surprised Inuyasha as his cheeks turned red. He suddenly had an angry expression then looked in the opposite direction.
Kagome was now looking at the back of Inuyasha's head. She could've sworn a minute ago he was staring at her. It certainly did seem like he was staring at her. She shrugged it off as her imagination. No way he'd stare at her when it was more than obvious he didn't like her. But why don't you like me? She asked as if he was listening. Everyone else in the group didn't like me just because I was a nurse. But, you just don't like me for a reason I can't think of. She frowned at the thought. Not that it matters, but I'd prefer it if you didn't hate me. I mean, I'm not that bad of a person, so why do you hate me so much? Would you ever get over feeling this way about me?
"Kagome!" She then heard, snapping out of her train of thought.
"Yes?"
"Were you even listening to what I was saying?"
"Na-uh." She said while shaking her head. This caused the group to laugh once again.
"Kagome, I'm trying to be patient, so please listen next time." She nodded. "Okay, we were talking about the new changes we were planning to do for the patients."
"Like what?"
"If you were listening, I said new quilts, maybe a new television, if they behave…"
"Oh, I got an idea."
"This should be good. Okay, what is this wonderful idea you have?"
"Well it's not wonderful, just a thought. But, why not try and let the patients out of their shackles while they're in the lounge." Eyes were widened. This was never suggested before. The nurses were too afraid of getting killed to even ask a crazy question like that. Even though the request made the patients like her even more, Inuyasha wasn't easily fooled. The wench is bolder than I thought. Regardless, who the hell does she think she is? No way Kikyo is going to go for a thing like that.
"That is the most ridiculous thing I've ever heard." Inuyasha smirked. See. Better luck next time, little girl.
"Well, are you afraid of them? Is that why you don't let them go free?" The question made Kikyo angier than she originally was. The patients gazed with interest, silently waiting for her answer.
"Of course not, don't be a fool."
"Then what's the problem?"
"Letting the patients out of their shackles as if they-"
"As if they had a life, instead of kept here like animals. If they are patients, why are they treated like prisoners? Even if they were to escape from this place, even for a second, how long would it last before they are found? They are demons, and around here they look pretty young in my opinion. So one could escape for 50 years, but still get caught eventually. So don't you think this place limits them, a lot? Cells…okay, uniforms…fine…but the shackles? That's pushing it a little." There was an awkward silence that filled the air.
"She's right you know." Menomaru said, finally speaking up.
"Silence." Kikyo said, snapping her head back in Kagome's direction.
"And, what will the patients gain from this?"
"How about feeling a little bit more free. Free to move your arms, and legs with out being retrained."
"It's for everyone's protection, including your own."
"I feel perfectly fine, and I'm sure they are dying to get out of those annoying things."
"You are prepared for putting danger to the staff, I presume?"
"You know, for someone who claims to not show any fear from these patients you seem very scared about this new idea… am I wrong?" Kikyo stood up, then threw her notepad, while glaring at Kagome. This time, she was shaking with anger. She couldn't believe how frustrating this girl was. She was so mad, that it caught the attention of the patients that weren't even apart of the session.
The patients were absolutely amazed. How is it that whatever they said or did, Kikyo would never loose her cool? They called her names, insulted her way of doing things, and they don't even get so much of a shout. Kagome, however, didn't do anything like that. She expressed her opinions, and gave out new ideas and experiments. Kagome was only there for a day, and gave everyone a nice and warm feeling. There was no reason why Kikyo should get mad at Kagome; on the other hand, it was very amusing to witness.
"How dare you." Kikyo finally said calmly, while clutching her fists. "You think that you know so much. You have absolutely no clue. Fine…have it your way. Tomorrow, the patients will have no shackles. However, if one patient causes any trouble, then his privilege will be taken away." She calmly sat back in her seat, fully calm.
Inuyasha couldn't believe it. The idea that he said Kikyo would never go for was being let done. This is crazy. She's letting this little girl run this place as if she owns it. Although he liked the idea of getting rid of the shackles, he still didn't like that it was Kagome who suggested it. No one else would suggest it on the other hand…exactly, what does she gain from this? He asked himself, still convinced she was up to no good. I bet she's trying to gain our trust, so she will eventually kill us. Well she can fool everyone else, but she ain't fooling me.
"It won't be long until every last one of the patients are back in shackles, just wait and see."Kikyo said out loud making Kagome smiled. "What's so amusing?"
"I don't think so."
"Excuse me."
"I just disagree with you. These guys seem cool, I'm sure they won't disappoint me." Everyone nodded.
"I sure won't Kagome." Koga said, winking at her.
"This session is now over."
"But, we have 15 more min-"
"I don't care!" Kikyo hissed at Kagome. "I'm cutting it short for today." Everyone groaned. For the first time, since they arrived, they actually enjoyed the session. "Patients are to continue with their normal activities on rainy days. You…" She pointed to Kagome. "…Are to follow me, immediately." Instead of waiting, Kikyo stormed to an office, leaving the door open for Kagome to enter. She gulped as she looked that the door. She then felt a nudge to the shoulder from Koga.
"Thanks a lot, Kagome." She smiled then patted him on the back.
"I'll meet up with you guys later, okay?" As best he could, he grasped her hand with his hands. "Take your time, I'll wait patiently for you." He said before walking with the others. Inuyasha saw this, however, he pretended he didn't notice anything. Stupid girl. He thought, being the last to leave.
Pretty soon, Kagome walked into the office. Since she was alone in the room with Kikyo, she was a little nervous. What is she going to say to me? She asked herself as if she didn't know.
"You wanted to see-"
"Don't." Kikyo interrupted. "You know why I called you in here."
"I didn't think-"
"First, wearing what ever you feel like."
"I asked before-"
"Then suggesting something so despicable. Making me look like a fool in front of everyone. You put me in a difficult position."
"It was just a suggestion."
"Are you not aware of the danger you are putting us through?"
"No actually I'm not, please explain."
"Once those demons are free, they'll run amuck. They can't control themselves and lash out on each other. I can see it now; blood will definitely spill. There would be no one to blame, but me for allowing it to happen. "
"If you feel that way about it, why didn't you put your foot down and say no?"
"You gave me no choice."
"What are you talking about? You're the head nurse, you have the final say."
"You're right, and my say is that your theory is wrong. So I accepted it only to prove you're wrong."
"How do you know, did you even try it? Even once?"
"I don't have to try it. They're all the same. Disgusting savages that don't need a reason to kill."
"You make it seem like they have no soul."
"They don't! Look at them. They are demons from hell. Only here to poison our world and corrupt our people."
"Then why are you here, because you sure as hell aren't helping them. It seems like you want them to stay here as long as you can." Kikyo smirked.
"This place has many perks, as you will soon find out."
"What do you mean?" Kagome said confused.
"Never mind. Back to the situation at hand."
"Oh yes the, 'oh I'm the head nurse and I fear no one, yet I'm afraid to let the patients have a little freedom.'"
"Why would you free those demons? So they can go out and kill? What next let them breed with us. Do you know how disgusting that is? A half breed is even more revolting than a demon."
"How can you say hurtful things?" She asked, Inuyasha suddenly entering her mind. I don't care how mean he is to me; Inuyasha isn't revolting.
"Hurtful things? Don't make me laugh. They deserve every little bit of it. They don't even deserve to live."
"That's not true."
"And you're no better." Kagome froze.
"W-what?"
"You want them to have fun? Be free from their prison? You're turning against your own people."
"That's not turning against humans. I'm trying to help-"
"FILTH!" Kikyo screamed, causing Kagome to flinch. "You're nothing but common filth that should rot with the demons. How you attained this position, I will never know." Kikyo walked towards Kagome, glaring down at her. She then sneered. "You're not even pretty. So what can someone like you ever accomplish? Ugly…little…filth. Now get out." Without saying a word, Kagome left the room. As soon as she closed the door, tears poured from her eyes.
"Filthy girl…Filthy! I wish you were never born!"
Kagome wiped her tears from her eyes, trying her best to act like nothing happened. No, I won't let her get to me. I must keep my head up. She convinced herself while walking in the other room, where the patients were. She exhaled, trying to calm down while she watched everyone doing his own activity. Some were lift weights, some were watching TV, others were talking to each other, and few were by themselves. Inuyasha was one of the few by himself, sitting in the corner. He looked up to meet her eyes. His eyes were so lovely and pure; she couldn't help, but smile. How can something so beautiful be considered revolting? She thought, trying her best not to cry any more.
"Kagome." She heard her name called. She looked back at Inuyasha and gave him a weak smile before walking in the direction where Koga was waiting for her.
Inuyasha watched as she sat down on the couch with the wolf. They were watching some crud on TV. He didn't care though. He just wanted to be by himself. It's something he was use to so why change it? However, did seem a little annoyed when Kagome didn't come up to see him. Feh, I don't care. He thought to himself, when all of a sudden, the image of her smile came to his mind. For some reason, Kagome seemed a little unhappy than normal. He looked back at her to see she wasn't even paying attention to the movie. She was looking at the floor, and her eyes were heavy and red. Koga looked back at her.
"You okay?" He asked. She smiled another weak smile.
"Ya, I'm good. Pay attention to what's going on, Koga." He smiled then looked back at the TV. Inuyasha wasn't easily fooled. The wench is not okay. It's obvious she was crying, you idiot. But, what made her cry? He remembered how he tried so hard to get rid of her. Nothing would make her upset, let alone cry. So what made her cry to the point where her eyes were slightly red? Inuyasha crossed his arms and looked away from her.It doesn't matter; I could care less about what happens to her. Even though he couldn't see her, the image of a sad angel never left his mind.