Chapter Nineteen: Closer to Me

Sango walked upstairs when the movie was over and placed the blanket on the bed. She slipped off her shoes and neatly put them to the side. She released her ponytail and let her hair hang loose. During the movie, she hadn't really been paying attention. She had just liked being so close to Miroku. Sango dropped her necklace accidentally and bent down. She looked on the floor and reached for it. As she did so, she saw a pair of shoes at the door and then they walked in. Sango quickly stood up and saw Miroku.

"What are you doing?" he asked.

"Oh, ha, I just dropped something."

"Well do you want to go to the cafe with Inuyasha, Kagome, and me?"

"Yeah, okay."

"Alright we'll be in Inuyasha's car."

Sango nodded and sat down, trying to latch her necklace. Miroku was about to leave but instead walked over to her. She stood up and he took it and turned her back to him with her hair pulled up. He carefully put the necklace around her and connected it. Sango picked out some shoes and soon put them on. She put on a coat and shut the door. When she turned to the stairs she was surprised to see Miroku still waiting. Sango smiled and went with him. They went out to the car and got in the back seat. Inuyasha drove off headed towards their destination. It was quiet but glances were exchanged between Sango and Miroku. Everytime she saw him looking at her, she quickly looked away and smiled. This went on for a few minutes and then they came to the cafe. Sango got out of the car and walked around to the entrance.

The four of them took seats at two tables and settled took off her jacket, placed it over the chair, and sat down. Miroku sat next to her and a waitress came to them. She gave them both a small menu with a list of typical beverages for this time of the season. Sango curiously read over the menu and placed it back down. She always felt relaxed when she went to the cafe. The music was soothing and the dimmed lights were romantic. Sango leaned forward onto the table and rested her head on the palm of her left hand. Miroku saw her placed expression and smiled at her when she had her eyes closed.

Their drinks came about five minutes later and the girl put them down. Sango sipped it up slowly and the put it down. Miroku looked at her and laughed. She had whipped cream on her upper lip and apparently hadn't noticed. She stared at Miroku rather confused but he couldn't tell her. Sango saw him gesturing towards his face yet she didn't seem to understand. Miroku was finally quiet and calm enough to tell her she had something on her face. Sango giggled and licked her lips. Nearly all of it was gone but she still had some left. Miroku chuckled, got a napkin, and cleaned the rest off of her. Sango looked up at him and blushed. Miroku smiled and brushed her cheek softly with his hand.

About an hour later, Kagome and Inuyasha were ready to go. But Sango and Miroku decided to stay. They went out onto the floor and slow danced to a couple of songs. Sango was having a better time the more she got to stay with Miroku. Once they were done dancing, the two sat back down at their table. Miroku breathed in deeply and suddenly invited her to his place. Sango thought for a moment and then smiled with a nod. They left soon after and walked on the sidewalk there. Sango nervously tagged along beside him, not really knowing what to expect. They went up some stairs and he unlocked his door. Sango walked in and came to his living room.

"Its not much I guess," Miroku observed shamefully.

"No, I like it. Its cozy," Sango complimented.

"Oh, alright then."

"Its kind of cold though."

"Sorry, I'll bring you a blanket," Miroku said.

Sango nodded and watched him disappear into the back. Sango sat on his couch and took off her shoes along with her jacket. She neatly put them to the side and sat back. She felt like she could fall asleep there, it was so comfortable. She turned on a lamp and settled in. She got back up though and started to clean his living room. She threw away trash and put dirty cups in the sink. Miroku returned with a blanket and saw. He smiled and cleared his throat. Sango wheeled around startled and knew she was caught.

"I...just wanted to help a little since you've been doing so much for me lately," Sango said.

"Thanks, you didn't have to though."

"Well I just wanted to, you've been good to me, you know."

Come on, its warmer in my room," Miroku said.

He put the blanket around her and walked off again. Sango went after him and into a big room. A queen-sized bed with dark blue covers was on the back wall in the middle. A flat screen t.v. was on the opposite wall with surround sound. Sango couldn't believe he had such nice things. Winry sat on the edge of his bed shyly and felt herself sink in. Miroku turned on a movie and laid down on his. Sango watched the screen thoughtfully, already distracted. Another movie wouldn't be able to keep her attention for long. Not with Miroku around anyway. Still, that was two more hours she would be alone with him.

Throughout the movie, Sango had loosed up more and laid beside him. She looked at Miroku sweetly and smiled to herself. He could feel her ees on him but he didn't look away from the movie. She sighed and glanced around the room. She quietly got up, left the room, and went to the living room once more. When she looked out the window she saw that it was snowing. Sango gasped excitedly, slipped on her shoes, and rushed outside. She loved snow. It symbolized perhaps the most beautiful time of the year. She danced around in it beofre the cold slipped into her clothes and went up her back. She felt something else too, Miroku taking her by the hand and leading her up to his apartment. He shut the door behind him and locked it. Sango kicked her shoes off and fell onto the couch shaking. Had it gotten colder? It felt like it, much more cold. Miroku took her to his room and placed her on the bed. He pulled his blankets over her, covering her up.

"You shouldn't just leave like that, you could get sick."

"Its okay, I don't get sick.:

"Yeah sure," Miroku mumbled.

"I'm sorry then..."

"Are you still cold?" Miroku asked worriedly.

"A little, aren't you?"

"Yeah, freezing. Your more important though."

"Come on," Sango invited.

"No, I don't think I should."

"Just get in, your going to turn blue or something."

Miroku took off his shoes and climbed in next to her. Sango covered him up and smiled. She inched away and watched the movie. Miroku didn't know if she would be uncomfotable like that with him, but apparently she wasn't. The two of them sat through the movie peacefully and when it ended, Miroku turned it off. He turned around, about to tell Sango something, when he saw that she was asleep. He went over to her and checked. Yep, she was asleep. When he left her side, he heard a sound coming from outside. Miroku went to his window and saw that the wind was blowing harsher and the snow was thicker. Miroku turned his t.v. back on to the news and heard the words "no one leave their homes". Which meant Sango would be staying longer. His heart jumped a little but he was worried about Kagome and Inuyasha. Miroku picked up the phone and decided to call Kagome.

"Hello?"

"Yes, Kagome, its Miroku."

"Oh hi! Did you hear the news?" Kagome asked.

"Yeah, sounds like a storm."

"Probably, Sango is still over there right?"

"Yeah, she is. Inuyasha's over there?"

"Yeah, that idiot thought he could go home in this weather."

"As long as you make sure he stays."

"Yup. Take care of Sango okay? I have to go."

"Alright I will, goodbye."

Miroku hung up the phone and sat down on the couch. For a few minutes he listened to the howling of the wind and then he went back to the bedroom. Snago was still resting so he decided not to wake her up. Miroku climbed back under the covers and changed the t.v. channel. He left it on but went down into the blankets and laid on his back. Sango turned on her side and was now right next to Miroku. Her head was comfortably set on his chest yet she was still fast asleep. Miroku looked down at her surprised and blushed. After a few minutes he relaxed and put his arm around her and rested his head against hers. This was nice, just being so close to her. He was grateful for the change of weather conditions.

Phew I'm really sorry that I haven't gotten this out to you guy's . So I tried to make it long to make up for it and I'll most likely post again over the weekend if I get 5-6 reviews. Enjoy!