Chapter Three – New Arrival

Kagome glanced at her cousin. They were in the back seat of her Uncle's car on the way to Fujimori and her Aunt Nanami hadn't stopped chattering away. Looking at her cousin's slight blush she could tell he was a little embarrassed. Most especially when his mother was talking about Akira's non-existent love life.

"You know how cute you look in the Fujimori uniform Kagome?" she was questioned.

"Oh Aunty, it's just a boy's uniform. In fact, it's very similar to what I was wearing on Saturday. It surely isn't that cute…" she replied softly.

Kagome's aunt started rattling on about outfits and fashion - again.

'Probably her favourite topic… how does she keep it up? I would forget half of those things in a minute! Is she always this talkative in the car?' Kagome's thoughts wandered to earlier that morning when her Aunt had been uncharacteristically silent.

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It was four-thirty in the morning and Kagome had just woken up. Starting her morning stretches she contemplated the day she was going to have.

'I've got school with Akira today, but why does Fuyuki keep giggling whenever it's mentioned?' she thought, though dismissing it easily as she readied herself for school.

Kagome collected her suitcase, pulling it behind her down the stairs, resting it at the front door. Making her way to the kitchen, she was surprised to be greeted by the site of her Aunt Nanami drinking tea and reading the morning newspaper.

"Oh Kagome dear! Come have tea with me!" Her Aunt's smile was always heart-warming and kind, so Kagome found herself nodding enthusiastically.

Pouring the tea with the grace of a well-trained lady, Kagome filled her cup and re-filled her Aunts'.

Coughing a little nervously, Nanami started up conversation.

"Now Kagome as my favourite, and fortunately only niece, it is my responsibility to have a woman-to-woman talk with you before you attend Fujimori." At Kagome's nod she continued, "Your mother and I had a lengthy chat on the phone before you arrived dear. I don't know much, but I understand you went through some sort of emotional problems and missed a lot of time at school. Now I don't want to make any assumptions about that, but we agreed that all of us would feel better if you were to attend school with one of your cousins."

Kagome was only slightly shocked at the news. Of course her mother would want her to be comfortable in her new environment and she had a feeling that it was her mother who suggested she attend school with one of her cousins.

"…So Fuyuki's school rejected your application based on your attendance and I had no choice but to apply to Fujimori. Akira will look after you and make sure you're not compromised so I hope you understand dear."

Kagome blinked and nodded her head.

"Well, I'm glad. Now it's time for me to shower and get ready for our day out!" Aunt Nanami hurried from her place at the table and out of the room.

'Oh dear.' Kagome thought, 'What did she mean compromise?'

She rose silently from the table, wishing she'd never gotten lost in thought and went to wash the dishes she and her Aunt had messed.

Meanwhile as Kagome cleaned the dished in solitude, Aunt Nanami was having a meaningful conversation with her husband.

"I'm quite surprised you fooled Fujimori into accepting Kagome's application. You are quite the devious one aren't you?" Hidetoshi commented as he shaved his stubble in front of the bathroom mirror.

"Yes, well, I definitely took into fact that, well, Kagome's name isn't very… common for females. I'm sure everything will be fine darling." Nanami always tried to be placating, even whilst she was applying her makeup, "Besides, the boys at that school are so focused on the Princesses, no one will even think twice about Kagome's true gender."

"Hmm, I suppose you're right. And you've spoken with her about what attending the school entails?"

"Of course," she scoffed, smudging her mascara, "she's certainly quiet but she was very accepting. Now look what you made me do!" Nanami cleaned the black mark.

"Darling, you'd be beautiful if your entire face was covered in that goo. Now I must say goodbye to Fuyuki before her bus picks her up."

'Always so sweet with words.' Nanami smiled and kissed her husband as he left the bathroom, 'I'm just glad that Fujimori doesn't question its student's gender. It is an all-male school anyway. Why would they even think a female would attend? Now, what to wear?' Her thoughts turned to her favourite hobby – fashion – and any troubles she might have had were wiped away with her favourite Marc Jacobs jacket.

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The morning passed easily and the family in the car found themselves pulling up at the entrance of the large pristine-looking school. The wrought-iron gates were open and students appeared to be piling in ready for their morning classes.

As they drove to the side entrance, Kagome looked about her.

'I'm excited to be going to school and a little nervous to make new friends, but something doesn't seem right…' she mused.

Akira watched his cousin, seeing her clear blue eyes crease in nervousness. Reaching over, he patted her hand and when she turned towards him, gave her a reassuring smile.

'I'm here for you' he thought and seemed to communicate through touch alone.

Giving a small smile in return, Kagome nodded.

They felt the car pull to the side and the thrum of the engine as it was turned off.

"Alright! Let's go!" Aunt Nanami enthused.

Slowly getting out of the car and dragging her large yellow duffle bag with her, Kagome looked up at the now seemingly foreboding school.

"How about we head straight to the office? We'll get your schedule and hopefully they'll let the both of you have a day off to settle in." Uncle Hidetoshi commented.

The small family headed in the direction of the office.

As they walked through the halls, Kagome couldn't help but notice the stairs that her family was open to as well as the many 'Greetings, Sakamoto-sama's' that her cousin seemed to be on the receiving end of.

Her cousin blushed prettily and Kagome continued to survey the school, memorising the path they had taken. As her head swung back and forth, so did her long braided hair.

As the family turned a corner, they heard and felt a rumble go throughout the building. Kagome's piercing senses heard the thundering footsteps of many people and the loud yelling which seemed out of place in this clean and organised school. So Kagome turned steadily to face the trouble. Using her quick reflexes, she stepped to the side as a lone male came running in the direction of her and her family.

It was most unfortunate that at the same time she stepped aside that the clumsy red-headed boy tripped and went ploughing into her unsuspecting body. She might have good reflexes, but a human body of about the same height, travelling at high speeds was bound to catch anyone off-guard.

Kagome braced herself for the impact of the fall and the heavy male on top of her. The hard linoleum under her back, she noted, was not comfortable. So kicking him off easily, they both stood and straightened. Akira was immediately at her side, dusting off her clothes and asking for her health.

"I'm fine, I'm fine." She muttered.

"Gah! Hide me!" was heard from the apparently distressed male in front of her.

Kagome looked up to see the crystalline pink orbs staring at her in pleading.

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Word Count: 1276

I mentioned in the last chapter that Kagome was glad InuYasha and Sesshoumaru put their rivalry to rest. This does not mean that Kagome loves or even likes Sesshoumaru. But it will be explained in some future chapter. I would really appreciate constructive criticism. Also if you want anything in particular to happen just say it in the review and I'll see if it fits in (credited at the end of the chapter of course!). Poll so far… (it's your last chance to vote this chapter!!!)

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