A/N: Hello again, my dear, dear readers!!! I am glad to be writing this story, and I have it almost all planned out in my head. I should probably write it out, but I don't think I have the patience to do so. Haha. I have very little patience for anything. I'm not ADD or anything; I just have a really hard time focusing. Oh, and I based some school uniforms off of a picture on photobucket (dot) com. I don't know if you will be able to find it, or if the link will work, but here's the link: .com/image/black+and+green+school+uniforms/Tokyomewmew01/School%?o=1
babyfairy - I am glad you find my story enjoyable! Sesshomaru does, indeed, like Kagome. But he isn't really so much interested in being her friend. I think he's just tolerable of her being around him, and talking to him. You know, since he doesn't talk at all. I think he likes for some of the silence to be filled in. Yes, Inuyasha does feel sort of left out, but he won't for long, I promise! I have plans for Rin to come in, but it won't be for a long while, unfortunately, and I don't know how to bring her into the story without being too… forthcoming about it. It's not so much a power that Kagome can talk to Sesshomaru the way she does. It's really looking at his eyes. Like I said, they do stare at each other a lot. Kagome can tell those things, but she isn't reading anyone's mind. Simply… interpreting what he is thinking.
WhiteRose-Kurama - Kagome can't really do anything with her powers sealed. The seal becomes weaker, so it doesn't hold all of her powers as well. I am not sure how the guys will act around Kagome as she grows older and matures. I suppose they will act the same. Except, we're going to need some love between them!! And Miroku is her cousin, so he'll always feel the same way about her, no matter what. Kagome is going to be able to do some really AWESOME stuff when the story gets to it. Just wait, it'll be worth it.
Dark Phoenix - I am glad you are eager for my update. As you can see, here it is!!!
Eliza - I honestly don't know if this story is going to have a happy ending or not. I was thinking about making this one, and then a sequel. Ooh… you go me started now!!! You are going to be sorry for this story. Hehehehehe….. *Smirks evilly*
Disclaimer: I don't own the characters for Inuyasha. I wish. I could tell you some stories… but maybe I shouldn't. o.0
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Chapter 4: Second Grade
Name : Higurashi, Kagome Age : 7 years - 8 years
D.O.B. : March 21, 1984 Weight : 40 pounds 7 ounces
Mother : Higurashi, Hitomi Height : 3 feet 6 inches
Father : Higurashi, Akane Hair Color : Black
Hometown : Tokyo, Japan Eye Color : Blue
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Kagome was nervous for her first day of second grade schooling. She was going to attend a new school from the one she had attended her first grade year. The new school, she was told, was going to challenge her. It was a school meant for youkai.
Luckily, Miroku had made it into the school also, and Kagome already knew Sesshomaru and Inuyasha were going to be there. That made her feel a little better.
But Kagome was still nervous as her mother helped her get ready for her new first day at this school.
She had on a uniform. It was a black shirt with green lines at the cuff at the top and had a little string bow and a black skirt with another green line that wrapped around it an inch before the end. Her hair was up in a high ponytail with her bangs sweeping off to the side. Even in a ponytail, Kagome's hair still reached to the small of her back.
"You look gorgeous," Hitomi told her. She pushed her out the door. "You'll be going to school with Sesshomaru and Inuyasha every day. Don't worry, I'm sure they'll stick up for you."
Kagome nodded, and stepped out of the doorway. She gave her mother one last hug goodbye, and then ran behind her house to make her way to the Tashio's house.
They were there, waiting for her. Kodamu had a big grin on his face, and was excited to be taking Kagome to school along with his own two sons.
Kodamu had acted like a second father to her, and always hugged her. He was very affectionate towards her, which she thought was nice. Sure, her father was nice to her and all, but Kodamu acted more and more like a father every day.
Kagome looked at her friends. Sesshomaru and Inuyasha were wearing uniforms also. They were black button-down shirts with the same green lines on the cuffs and collar. They also had black pants on, but their pants didn't have the green stripes on them.
Sesshomaru's face was emotionless, as always, and his beautiful, long silver hair was tied back in a low pony tail. His eyes focused on Kagome, and he silently greeted her. Kagome smiled in return and then focused on Inuyasha.
Inuyasha's face always told his emotions. He was beaming at her, and he pulled her into a rough hug. He was glad they were going to the same school; nothing felt the same without her around. Inuyasha's hair was down in a big mass of sliver, like always. He never bothered to tie it back.
Together, the Tashio's plus Kagome all walked to the black jeep, and they all jumped in. Kagome and Inuyasha sat in the back, talking like crazy. Sesshomaru and his sire sat in the front. They didn't talk, but Kodamu was still grinning brightly as his youngest son and his "daughter" talked like there was no tomorrow.
He knew that Kagome and Inuyasha were great friends, but Kagome really had more of a connection with his heir, Sesshomaru. She understood him, where no one else did. She talked to him, and it seemed, almost, as if he was replying in his own, silent way.
They soon made their way into the crowded parking lot of their new school, Youkai School for the Gifted. Kagome wished they hadn't named it that. It sounded like she was at some mental institute.
Kodamu turned to his passengers. He smiled softly as Kagome, and spoke to them all. "Have a great first day, kids. Kagome," her "father" addressed her, "I know this will be a little scary, and since Sesshomaru is two years older, Inuyasha will be there. Sesshomaru will be around. You'll see him at lunch and recess, but other then that, you'll only see Inuyasha. Have a great first day."
Kagome nodded as he spoke, and gripped Inuyasha's hand for support. He squeezed her hand in return. She looked at him, and smiled softly.
They climbed out of the car. Kagome still held Inuyasha's hand tightly, but she took a hold of Sesshomaru's immediately after exiting the car. He didn't seem to mind, and looked at her.
Silently he told her, You will do fine, Kagome. Do not worry. If you have problems, Inuyasha will be there for you, and I will see you at lunch and recess. Do not be afraid.
Kagome smiled at him, but still held his massive hand in hers. She replied, pleading, "I know. But just walk me to my classroom, please. I'd feel better if you did."
Sesshomaru said nothing, but instead led her, with his half brother, to her second grade class.
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So far, Kagome's day had been borderline horrible. She was with Inuyasha in every class, thank Kami, but she was being tormented nonstop by other youkai of different types.
Inuyasha was also tormented, although not as much, and couldn't do much but tell them to stop. He looked at her apologetically every once and a while, and she smiled back sadly.
She couldn't wait until lunch. It was in ten minutes, but Kagome felt that it would be much, much longer to her. She wanted to see Sesshomaru, and talk to him. She wanted to hug him tightly, and never let go. She wanted to cry.
But she wouldn't. Not while she was here. She was a strong person, and she wouldn't let these youkai take her down.
Ten minutes passed in anguish, and Kagome got up from her desk slowly. Inuyasha walked over to her, and hugged her tightly.
"I am so, so sorry, Kagome," he said, sounding like he was going to cry. "I thought they would leave you alone after they saw you with Sesshomaru and I. But…"
He didn't go any farther, and Kagome nodded. She hugged him tightly back, and pulled away. "It's okay," Kagome told him softly. "I just want to go to lunch and find Sesshy."
Inuyasha nodded and put his arm around her waist. He led her to the lunch room, and Kagome looked around, trying to find Sesshomaru.
Inuyasha seemed to sense her thoughts, and leaned into her ear. "He's not going to be here. He's on the playground."
Kagome nodded, and got her lunch with Inuyasha. He then led her out of the packed lunch room, and out onto the grassy playground. There were a few swings, but most of the ground was just grass. In the center, there was a huge tree with many big branches. It was full and green, a sign that it had a good summer.
Kagome still didn't see Sesshomaru on the massive land of grass, and she started to whimper. Inuyasha rolled his eyes and nudged her. He then picked her and her lunch up carefully and jumped into the large tree.
Kagome shut her eyes; she was afraid of heights, but knew Inuyasha wouldn't let her go. When she felt they had settled, she found herself very, very high up, and next to Inuyasha. Her eyes widened.
"Inuyasha," She said. "Don't let me fall."
Inuyasha snorted. "Like I would be allowed. Sesshomaru would beat me until I wished I were dead. Then, he'd let me heal and do it all over again."
Kagome laughed. It did seem like such a Sesshomaru-like thing to do. It was true. Even if he didn't show it, Kagome knew e would always be around to protect her.
They ate their lunch quietly, Kagome wondering where Sesshomaru was. She started to get worried, and feared that she wouldn't see him and get to talk to him.
Kagome felt something land softly beside her, and soon found herself in the arms of none other than Sesshomaru. He had his nose buried in her hair.
He silently told her, I apologize for my absence. I was… preoccupied.
Kagome giggled, happy that her long-time friend was finally there. "Its okay, Sesshy. I was just getting worried that I wouldn't see you today."
Sesshomaru rolled his eyes and said to her, What would be so important that we meet?
Kagome looked hurt, and wiggled out of his arms. She sat as far from him as she could, pressed up against Inuyasha's arms. She looked like she was going to cry, and answered, "I was having a bad day, Sesshy. No one wants me here, and they treat me like I am a piece of garbage. I wanted to talk to you about it, because I thought you would understand. I guess I was wrong."
Kagome looked away from him, and tugged at Inuyasha's sleeve. "I want to get down and away. I want to go somewhere else."
Inuyasha finished eating and gathered her up in his arms. He jumped down, none too gracefully, and set her down. Kagome looked back up to Sesshomaru and said, "I needed you."
She didn't talk to him or look at him for the rest of the day.
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Sesshomaru sat on his large white balcony, looking into the few stars that dare make their way into the planet's atmosphere. He closed his eyes for a second before he heard a voice call out to him, "Sesshomaru."
He thought he had imagined it, and kept to himself. Then, he heard it again. "Sesshy! Come down here and get me!"
Sesshomaru opened one of golden eyes and peered down off his balcony to see Kagome standing there in a set of white and red pajamas. Even though he never said it, those were his favorite colors, and they looked nice on her.
Kagome stood below him, her hands on her hips, pouting. Sesshomaru jumped down and gathered her up in his arms bridal style. Kagome squealed softly and her friend jumped back up to his balcony.
But he didn't let her go. Instead, he settled her down in his arms and leaned his head back. He closed his eyes again, and felt Kagome get comfortable, knowing he wouldn't let her go.
Kagome rested her head on his shoulder, and took a deep breath. Sesshomaru smelled like the forest with a hint of a metallic smell that came before a thunderstorm. It was quite calming, and Kagome felt herself become more relaxed.
She broke the silence. "You know, Sesshomaru," Kagome began softly, "I really did need you earlier at school today."
Sesshomaru silently answered her. Well, I am here now, and nothing is stopping you. Speak.
Kagome did. "It was horrible, Sesshy. They all looked at me like I was dirtying the air around them. They all pushed me around, and Inuyasha couldn't do anything but tell them to stop. They all laughed at him, and told him he was stupid to protect a nasty human. I felt horrible. All I wanted was to be near you. I wanted you to take it all away."
Kagome started to cry, and Sesshomaru held her tighter, rocking back and forth. Its okay, Kagome, Sesshomaru told her. I am here now. There is nothing to be afraid of. If you would like, I will have father arrange for you to attend classes with me. I do believe you could handle it.
Kagome looked up at him admirably. "Really?" She asked. "You would do that for me?"
Sesshomaru looked at her, displaying no emotion. Are you kidding? He silently scolded her. I will not allow anyone to be rude to you.
Kagome giggled at his forwardness, but knew it was only because of their bond. He really had no friends; no one to talk to or turn to in a time of need. Kagome giggled again. Sesshomaru… in a time of need. Yeah, that would happen!
Sesshomaru just held her the rest of the night. At that point, no one could come between the two.
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The next few months for Kagome were nice. Sesshomaru's father had arranged for her to take classes at a higher level, so she could be with Sesshomaru when she needed him. No one bothered her after she started being around Sesshomaru anymore.
But she had met a new friend. His name was Shippou, and he was a young fox demon. He was an orphan that was adopted by a set of human parents, although he was not very happy with the arrangement. He would have much rather lived with demons of his own kind.
Kagome thought he was cute, though, and they got along well. Sesshomaru was pleased - though he didn't show it - that she had a new friend to talk to. It wasn't as if he didn't like talking to her, but sometimes, it was… overbearing.
Instead of Kodamu picking them up today, Kagome's father, Akane would be picking them up. Kagome had hoped he would be okay driving in the insane parking lot.
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They waited for hours in the parking lot. No one had come to get them, and Kagome was freaking out. Sesshomaru was restraining her in his hold. He had his nose buried into the juncture between her neck and shoulder.
Soon enough, though, Kodamu's big black jeep came into view, and he pulled up beside them. He told Inuyasha to sit in the front with him, while Kagome sat in the back with Sesshomaru. The children all thought this was a weird arrangement, but made no move to disagree.
Kodamu looked at Kagome with sad eyes through the rearview mirror. He sighed and started to talk to her.
"Kagome," he started softly. "I know you were expecting your father to be here to pick you up today, but… something happened." Kodamu stopped for a second, and took a deep breath. He continued, "He was on his way, and was in main traffic, and a truck lost its grip on the road. It…. Kagome, I am so sorry. It was a head on collision, and your father… he…"
The older demon looked like he was going to cry, but couldn't continue. Kagome looked forward in shock. She didn't say anything, just sat in her seat, next to Sesshomaru, looking ahead of her.
Sesshomaru wrapped his arms around her, knowing what was going to come. And, as soon as he had a secure hold on the young human girl, she started to cry hysterically. She flailed around, trying to get out of his hold. He held steady.
Soon enough, Kagome had stopped flailing, and just held onto Sesshomaru's black shirt, crying her blue eyes out. Sesshomaru stroked her hair that whole car ride to their homes.
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Sesshomaru again sat on his balcony. He was looking at the stars, noticing that there were more on this nights.
It was a tradition. He would sit on his large white balcony, and wait until Kagome came over for her nightly visits. Sometimes, she would fall asleep on his lap while talking. He didn't mind that much, but he would have to either wake her up early in the morning to get her home, or he would take her himself. Normally, he would stay with her and sleep in her grasp until the early hours of the morning, when he would have to leave to get himself ready for the day.
But tonight was different. She didn't come at the normal time. He started to worry about her; she was never late.
Sesshomaru looked down off his balcony, half-expecting her to be down there, waiting for him to jump down and pick her up, and jump back up to his balcony to sit on the bench. But she wasn't there.
He let out and inaudible sigh, and jumped off his balcony. He walked to Kagome's window, thankful that it was open; she didn't have a balcony like he did.
Sesshomaru jumped up to Kagome's window, and squeezed himself into her room. He found her laying in her bed, eating oranges. She had dried tears streaming down her pale face. He blue eyes were unfocused, looking at the off-white ceiling above her.
He walked silently towards her bed, and sat on it lightly. Kagome didn't seem to notice, and instead kept eating her oranges and staring upwards. Sesshomaru put his hand on her stomach.
Kagome flinched, and shut her eyes tightly. Tears again started leaking from her deep, ocean blue eyes. Sesshomaru removed the plate from her hands, and gathered her up. He set her in his lap and let her bury her head in his neck. She cried and cried, but eventually stopped.
Kagome looked up at Sesshomaru's face. She smiled sadly. "Thank you," she said, "for being here for me. Always. You always were, and here you are."
And I always will be, Kagome, Sesshomaru told her silently. You aren't alone in this.
Kagome smiled brighter. "Sesshomaru, you are the greatest. You may not let it show, but you are a huge softy underneath."
Sesshomaru rolled his eyes. I am not, little one. I am anything but soft.
"Yeah, right," Kagome said. She laughed, and poked his chest. "You're soft. Even if it's just me."
Only you, Kagome, Sesshomaru told her.
Kagome closed her eyes and rested her head against his chest. "I know, Sesshy, I know," Kagome said. "Don't leave tonight. Just… stay."
Sesshomaru didn't answer her.
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That year had not been the best for Kagome. Fortunately for her, Sesshomaru was there for it all, though.
Kagome and Sesshomaru got even closer, and became inseparable. Hitomi and Kodamu could never separate them, and decided that Kagome should "live" with the Tashio's until the initial shock wore off about her father's death.
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A/N: And that's the end of another chapter. I had to add it because I had to introduce how Kagome's dad died.
Shippou - seven treasures
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FluffySesshomaruTail