Chapter 1

~The New Guy~

(Sango)

"See ya later, sis." Kohaku called over his should as he tucked his laptop under his arm and disappeared through the main doors of the high school.

"Wait! Kohaku! Where are you…" Sango just shook her head as she lost sight of her brother. She sighed telling herself not to worry; she'd see him later anyway. She leaned back into her car and picked her laptop up from the back seat before locking up and going inside.

Humming she smiled at being back again. While many people claimed to hate school Sango quite enjoyed it. She loved learning new things and here is where she saw her friends every day. She was just passing the central office when she spotted one of her close friends coming out.

"Enju! Good morning. It's so good to see you." Sango smiled falling into step with her.

"Sango, welcome back, how was your summer? It definitely looks like you've been busy." Enju greeted flashing her friend a bright smile.

"What do you mean?" Sango asked giving the battle team captain a quizzical look.

"You know what I mean." Enju laughed. "So many of our members come back after the summer completely out of shape and then we waste valuable practice time working them back into shape. But then, of course, there's you, ever so dedicated and in shape. You look great."

Enju paused tilter her head to get a better look at Sango as she pondered this. She took a real good look at her friend and then clapped her hands together, eyes lighting up with realization.

"You passed your test, didn't you?" Enju cried.

"Mmhmm." Sango responded beaming.

Sango had been training to become a taijiya for most of her life. She'd been around the training grounds all of her life. There weren't many females who trained for this style of battle but since her father had passed away, the elders had seen fit to test her and then train her to take his place. Although she had earned the title she still wouldn't call herself a taijiya master because there was always something new to learn. She didn't believe in achieving perfection but always striving for it.

Enju laughed at Sango's brief enthusiasm and shook her head. "Modest as always my friend."

The girls continued to talk as they came to their lockers and slid their ID cards in so that they could stow away their back up disks and CD-Rom cases. They had uploaded all their text books onto their laptops and thus had no need to carry around the programs.

As they were turning to head back outside to enjoy the early morning sunlight before school began, someone caught Sango's eye.

"Who's that?" She asked curiously. She wouldn't call herself popular but she did know almost everyone in the school through association or their family's claim to fame. The kids who tested in all knew each other as they were often shunned together and her friendship with InuYasha had granted her access to many friendships with the not so stuck up rich kids. The rest were generally so famous there was no way to not know their names.

"Hmm, must be a new kid." Enju shrugged as she glanced over at the dark-haired boy a ways down the hall.

"He looks rather confident about something, don't you think?" Sango noted watching the way he carried himself as he strut into the school. In many ways his swagger reminded her of InuYasha and she had to chuckle to herself. She didn't think the school could handle any more arrogant males. If Sesshomaru weren't so clearly the alpha male at this school she had no doubt the younger boys would be tearing each other apart trying to claim dominance within the school. It was going to be a nightmare next year with the stoic daiyoukai graduated she was certain InuYasha and Kouga would tear this school apart with their rivalry.

"He probably things he's some sort of pimp or something." Enju commented giving Sango a serious expression. The two girls rolled their eyes then exchanged grins before bursting into laughter. As they were turning to go Sango noticed him walking towards them and shot Enju a look.

"He's coming over!" She hissed in a low whisper.

Enju flipped her hair and flickered a glance over her shoulder. 'So he thinks he's pimp after all.' She sighed and shot Sango a smile that told her not to worry.

"Good morning ladies! I seem to be a bit lost. Would either of you care to help me memorize this schedule? I'm new here." He asked, drawing up beside Sango and giving both girls a friendly smile.

Sango had to fight off another wave of laughter. At his first comment, dropped so lighting and flirtatiously, he'd already assured them he thought he was some sort of ladies man. Sango glanced at Enju and they briefly caught each others' gaze and exchanged short nods of agreement.

Innocent as his flirtation was, Sango hated these types of confrontations. They were always amusing but that didn't make her any less edgy or uncomfortable. It happened to a lot of girls with the newer male students. They guys just seemed to go crazy over the girls' uniforms. It wasn't entirely their fault though as the majority of the girls at the school weren't helping deter the boys' fascination. Most girls bought their skirts a few sizes smaller than necessary or had their shirts customized with see through materials and pulled them so tight that nothing was left to the imagination. An image of InuYasha's long time off and on again girlfriend came to mind as the ring leader or these girls. She'd found every possible loop hole in the dress code to exploit. Sango shook her head to clear away the images and return her attention to the young man standing beside her.

Enju was already taking control of the situation and Sango said a silent prayer or thanks for her friend. Enju was opening her mouth to ask for his schedule when a messenger from Kaede appeared at her side.

"Miss Enju!" The boy stammered. "Kaede wants to see you right away about the tournament."

Enju sighed and offered Sango and apologetic smile since Sango would have to talk care of the new guy now. She waved and then left the two alone.

Sango closed her eyes and pinched the bridge of her nose before slowly reopening her eyes. She dropped her hand and took a deep breath before looking up into his eyes.

"Alright, what do you have?"

~Miroku's First Lesson~

(Miroku)

Miroku glanced at the select few other bikes locked to the rack as he clicked the lock shut on his own bike. He straightened to a standing position to take in the school he had studied so much about all summer long. There were hardly any cars in the parking lot and only a few limos pulled up every now and then to drop off an overly confident and highly glossed student.

He shook his head and shifted the backpack hanging loosely over his shoulder. He paused for a moment to gussy up before striding into the school. He found his locker with ease since he'd memorized the layout of the school over the summer. Leaving everything but his laptop and palm pilot, he shut his locker and sighed. Glancing up and down the hallway it was evident that getting here early wasn't what all the cool kids were doing. He was desperately bored already since no one was around.

His head snapped up as the sound of girlish laughter reached his ears. He straightened immediately and attempted to figure out which direction the sound was coming from, after all, female laughter was his calling. He scanned both directions until his eyes fell on two girls just up the hall. A huge grin spread across his face as he pulled his shoulders back and began to strut over.

'A perfect way to start the morning.' He thought as he drew closer to the exceptionally beautiful girls. Naturally, one drew his attention more than the other but it was a close call. Their uniforms fit rather deliciously and he especially admired how his particular target's uniform hugged in all the right places. Drawing up beside her, he tossed them both an easy grin.

"Good morning ladies! I seem to be a bit lost. Would either of you care to help me memorize this schedule? I'm new here." Miroku asked, hoping to get the one beside him to go off with him on her own. As much as he'd love to have them both it was a long school year and he figured it was best to start small and learn what wooed these rich girls best.

He waited patiently as the girls seemed to share a silent conversation. To his slight disappointment the other girl turned towards him and opened her mouth to address him. However, whatever she intended to say never came out as a messenger showed up and called her off to go see some teacher or something. Miroku didn't really care because that meant his curvy angel was the only one left to show him around. He fought had to suppress a smug grin as she closed her eyes. She obviously wasn't too keen on showing him around but no one else was there and she couldn't avoid it.

"Alright, what do you have?" She asked.

Miroku pulled his palm pilot from his pocket and quickly pulled up his schedule for her to view. He knew full well where his classes were, especially since he had the building memorized. He also had a navigation system on his laptop and palm pilot. Of course, she didn't know that and he saw no reason to tell her.

Now that the other girl was gone and his dream girl was busy looking at his schedule, he had a chance to truly study her and he definitely like what he saw. He wanted to sing praises to whoever designed the girls' uniforms because they were obviously made for her. Beyond that she had a beautiful face with soulful eyes and a rich honey sweet voice.

He wondered for a moment if she was on the battle team. She looked rather small to be a fighter but her legs were laced with lithe muscles. He let his eyes wander up from her legs to rest on her rather delectable backside. His hand itched to rub but his schedule wouldn't distract her for long and he wasn't certain just how much damage she could do to him yet. However, his schedule was rather complex, so there might be time during their walk for him to distract her with witty conversation and then "exercise" his hand.

She straightened with a sigh and brushed a hand through her hair. He contemplated momentarily whether or not she could read his mind as she began tugging on her uniform as if trying to make it cover more. Brushing her bangs to the side, she looked up at him again.

"Alright, this won't take too long." She told him before looking back at the schedule. "Miroku?"

She paused after reading his name and flickered her gaze towards him briefly before standing tall and giving her skirt one last tug. "Follow me."

"Anywhere my angel." Miroku murmured to himself as she beckoned him to follow.

"What? Did you just say….never mind." She turned away from him and proceeded up the hallway after briefly scrutinizing his face. He was surprised by how good her ears were. Most girls didn't hear him when he whispered to himself like that.

Shrugging it off, he grinned and followed slightly behind her so that he could enjoy the swaying of her hips as she walked. 'Delicious.' He thought his hand itching again. As he followed, a dazed look crossed his face on their silent walk. The only sound in the hallway was the soft padding of their shoes. Watching her hips and the soft sway of her long dark hair, Miroku gave into his internal instincts and his hand began to reach for her.

"Looks like we only have one class together…and of course lunch." She commented, clearly trying to break the silence. Miroku wasn't listening and completely missed it when she stopped walking.

"Your first class is here…" She started turning to face him but was cut off as he ran smack into her. He grasped onto her hips to steady her since he'd been watching her hips. They knocked foreheads and both winced. She was reaching up to rub her forehead as Miroku was reaching in the other direction, finally having his hands where he wanted them. A lecherous grin spread over his face as he squeezed gently.

She froze on the spot, her face instantly going red.

"What do you think you're doing?" She growled trying to keep her voice steady. Her tolerance went out the window when he didn't instantly let go. Balling her hand into a fist, she drove a hard punch into his gut.

"WHAT THE HELL WAS THAT?!" She demanded, anger gleaming in her eyes.

Miroku grunted at the sudden impact and clutch his stomach disgruntled.

"I couldn't resist. Your curves were calling." He explained dreamily. "You're pretty strong, aren't you?"

Miroku rubbed his sore stomach. That punch would definitely leave a bruise. 'So much for the new kids appeal.' Slipping an arm loosely across her shoulders he drew her close again and inclined his head towards hers. "So you're on the battle team, huh? You into battling guys and whatnot?"

She shot him a hard glare, her eyes glitter.

"And if I didn't value my spot on the team I'd deal with you right now." She hissed, smacking his arm off of her and turning to face him. "Look you better watch yourself here because if you don't you could wind up in the infirmary. You'll find a lot of girls here are stronger than you think and their significant others are even stronger."

"Significant others? Really? So then I assume there's a significant other I should be challenging? A jealous boyfriend perhaps?" Miroku purred. "We'd make great partners, you and I."

He waggled his eye brows suggestively to be sure she caught the double meaning of his partners comment.

"Absolutely not! And I already have a battle partner thanks and he does get rather jealous. So it looks like you're out of luck, eh?" (There was no need to tell him she and her partner weren't romantically involved and that he just had a permanent bad temper.)

A slow smile curved his lips as he stepped into her personal space again and looked down at her.

"You know, you never told me your name." Miroku smiled. "I'm sure it's just as beautiful as you are."

Again the urge to act rashly gripped him and he couldn't resist swooping down and stealing a quick kiss from her lips. He winked and darted away to avoid being hit again. At first she looked like she wanted to murder him then her entire demeanor changed. She was more like a shy flustered school girl than a raging battling spitfire.

"Miroku…wh- what exactly does this mean to you?" She stammered taking a small step forward.

Miroku grinned, surprised by her sudden change in response. He had to admit he was very please that she'd finally realized he was irresistible. Now self assured that she was safe to approach, he leaned in close to her placing a hand on her shoulder. He ran his hand slowly down her arm until he caught her hand in his own.

"Well first, you must enlighten me with the name of this significant other of yours so that I may challenge him and win your companionship. I would love to get to know a beautiful woman such as yourself better." Miroku murmured turning on the charm. "I'd like to start with the heaven's gift that is your name, my fair lady."

He grinned as he now adoring eyes never left his as she stepped closer. She raised her face to his so that their lips were almost brushing. Her hand was now gently cupping his face and a slow smile was curing her lips.

"Sango." She whispered.

"Sango." He repeated softly savoring the name before closing his eyes and leaning in for the inevitable kiss. He completely missed the dangerous glint that had just entered her eyes.

In one swift motion the hand, that had been so sweetly stroking his cheek, dealt him a hard smack across the cheek. His eyes snapped open and he gasped in pain as her knee jerked upward with the movement of her hand and he suffered a powerful slam to the groin.

"I'm not that easy, baka." She growled shooting him a death glare. She spun on her heels, her hair flourishing angrily around her with her quick movement. She stormed down the hall and out of his site presumably in quite a foul mood.

'Oh Kami, I hope all the girls in this school aren't so brutal.' Miroku groaned as he tried to pick himself up off the floor. It was tough but he managed to keep any tears from leaking from his eyes as he used to lockers to support himself as he stood again.

Wheezing slightly he attempted to resume his confident posture. He rubbed his sore cheek trying to eliminate the pain from at least one of his injuries as he looked up the hallway where she'd disappeared. 'I totally had her going. She wants me, she's just denying herself.' He told himself. He ran a hand roughly through his hair before heading in the opposite direction from where she went. 'I'll be seeing you again soon Sango.'

~The Only Reason Anyone Goes to School~

(InuYasha)

A muscle tee stretched across the hard muscles of InuYasha's upper torso as he stretched. He clicked the lock on his convertible and slung his jacket over his shoulder. He dropped the keys into his bock as he strolled into school. A bored disinterested look covered his face as he made his way inside. He wondered how long it would be before he was sent to the office for being out of uniform. If he was lucky he'd get sent home early, knowing Sango, she'd probably show up with a button down shirt for him knowing his tendency to arrive with a "fuck the dress code" attitude. He shook his head; he really needed a male best friend.

As he trudged towards the school he had to admit he was rather looking forward to seeing old Kaede. Not because he was hoping to hold a pleasant conversation with her but because he planned to give the old hag a piece of his mind the next time he saw her. She'd placed him in all advanced classes and wouldn't let him switch because she knew he wasn't hitting his full potential or some crap like that. He planned to give each and every one of his teachers hell for forcing him to be there. He'd skip but then he'd lose his place on the battle team so he had to attend class.

He was smart and Kaede made a point of making sure the teachers at the school knew it. That irritated him to no end because he had no desire to go around showing off how smart he was. No, he would much rather make his teachers work to see what he was capable of and if he got lucky many teachers would just give up and let him slack off for the year.

He cursed the school computers for blocking him out of the program that would change his schedule to all easy classes as he'd done the previous years. He knew deep down inside that it was his own fault that Kaede pushed him so hard. Most people thought it was because he was the son of Inu no Taisho and was destined to become one of the wealthiest people on the planet but it was really much simpler than that. He'd done exceptionally well on his entrance exams from middle school to high school. He could easily blame Sango for making him study so hard but even with the studying he could have failed the exam on purpose. It was his pride alone that made him take the test seriously. He couldn't have Sesshomaru ragging on him all the time about being both a hanyou and an imbecile. On top of that, he had to be eligible for the battle team. Lastly, Sango had put in a lot of effort to help him get ready and she was pretty fun to study with. He would kill before risking let anyone else take his place with her on the team.

He paused cringing that was a dangerous thought. He didn't like where that was going. It was enough work juggling Kagome and Kikyou he didn't need to turn his relationship with Sango into a life or death situation as well. Though in truth sometimes he felt he cared more for his best friend than either Kagome or Kikyou. She didn't complicate his life and she was always pleasant company. She probably knew him better than he knew himself. Even Sesshomaru found her presence tolerable and he hated humans. InuYasha froze, mentally scolding himself. This needed to stop, now! Why the hell did Sango's name keep coming up in his mind so much lately? He'd seen her a couple of times over the summer but it didn't stop him from missing her whenever he didn't see her. 'Stop it brain! Stop!' It was clear Kikyou's constant badgering over how much time he spent with Sango was really beginning to work on his head.

He was making his way to the doors when the school's famed battle team captain strolled outside and settled herself under a tree. He glanced at the building, then shrugged and went to join her, he had time and Kikyou was rarely ever early. He moved silently, creeping up beside her.

"Morning!" He grinned, dropping down next to her.

"InuYasha!" Enju whispered curtly. He grinned realizing this was one of those rare moments in which he managed to surprise her.

"How was your summer?" HE asked throwing his arm across her shoulders and shifting so that she was more tucked into his side.

"InuYasha!" She blushed while attempting to scold him. "I'm you captain and Kikyou drama is so not how I want to start this school year."

InuYasha laughed and shook his head. "I'm not trying to rape you Enju. I'm just making this seating arrangement more comfortable."

"Mmhmm, I'm sure it must be difficult for you not to have one of your girlfriends tucked under your arm at all times." She teased.

"It's absolute murder, glad you understand." He joked back.

Enju laughed and leaned back against the tree they were sitting under. The two were silent, enjoying the companionable silence. The only noise was the occasional rustling of leaves as they watched people walk by.

"Hmm, Sango should have been here by now. I could have sworn I saw her car in the parking lot." InuYasha muttered. "Have you seen her?"

"Oh crap! Come on." Enju gasped jumping up and grabbing InuYasha's arm.

"Huh? Where are we going?" InuYasha complained as he was dragged into the school.

"Er, Sango might need our help. Some new guy was trying to get up her skirt earlier." Enju explained.

"WHAT?! Come on!" InuYasha shouted, grabbing Enju's wrist and reversing their roles as he used Sango's scent to track her down faster. "Tell me everything."

Enju looked at him quizzically for a moment and then shrugged and launched into her story about the new guy being lost and the messenger separating them.

"Why didn't you tell me sooner?" InuYasha griped as he made his way through the halls.

"I forgot. I didn't realize it matter to you so much. Does Kikyou know about this?" Enju laughed.

"Does Kikyou know about what? I can' be concerned for my best friend's well being can't I? My concern doesn't mean anything more than that. I know how uncomfortable Sango gets and that's it." InuYasha snapped.

"Wow, I didn't say any of that but okay. Guilty conscience?" Enju teased.

"WHAT?! Shut up!" InuYasha shouted.

Enju doubled over with laughter at InuYasha's reaction to her teasing.

"Chill out InuYasha. I'm just kidding." She laughed.

"You can't joke like that." InuYasha whispered looking around. "Kikyou's got spies everywhere."

"Since when have you cared?" Enju snorted.

"I don't but for Sango's sake. " He said.

"By that you mean, Sango will kill you if you get her involved in your relationship mess in any way shape or form considering Kikyou likes to declare war on anyone show even a remote interest in."

"Stop jumping to conclusions."

"Alright, InuYasha, I'll leave you alone for now." Enju laughed winking at him.

"What's that supposed to mean?" He growled.

"Look, there's Sango!" Enju said quickly.

"Subject changer." He muttered as Enju hurried over to their friend.

~Devious Much? ~

(Naraku)

Naraku's face contorted into a sneer as he turned to check his monitors. He was absolutely disgusted by the sight of the battle team captain cuddled up with InuYasha under a tree. 'I'll kill that damn mutt this year.' He growled inwardly. 'That mutt and his brother are spoiled as hell and think they own the whole damn school just because of their father…but that's all going to change. It won't matter anymore since this is our last year. I'll show them all how weak and pathetic they are.'

Naraku hated their friendship because he felt it made the battle captain biased in her selections and deep down inside though he refused to admit it jealousy stirred within him. The girl unknowingly took such gentle care of him when she was home. She knew him under the alias of Onigumo and her kindness did not go unnoticed. However, her attachment to the hanyou made Naraku despise her despite her gentle nature and friendly personality.

He watched the two sitting there for a bit longer and scowled hitting a few keys to capture the image. 'I'm sure Kikyou will enjoy the photo.' He tapped a few more keys to pull up his email and attached the image to a brief message. He paused savoring Kikyou's image as it appear in the corner of his screen signifying she would be the one receiving the email. She should have been his were it not for that damned InuYasha but this year InuYasha would pay in full for every time he'd interfered with Naraku's plans. Kikyou would have to pay as well. Her rejection was not yet forgiven thus her perfection bothered him to no end. He would not rest until she was ruined, violated.

'Gorgeous wench!' He hit the send key harder than he intended to. He always got angry with himself for staring at her picture longer than necessary. It was annoying. She was a weakness which he hated above all other things. He should destroy her completely but he knew he'd always give her another chance.

Closing the box, he returned to watching the monitors. He growled, again, irritated by the mere sight of InuYasha. 'That bastard doesn't deserve any of what he has.' Naraku slammed his fist down on his desk.

'I loathe that accursed half breed.' Turning furiously, Naraku watched other students appearing in the parking lot and the assorted buses and limos dropping students off. Flickering his gaze to another monitor, he felt rage yet again when he caught sight of InuYasha's battle partner. If she wasn't so close to InuYasha, Naraku would off Sango a spot on his team. In fact, her very first year he had done just that and she had refused him. It infuriated him that InuYasha got her instead as the taijiya was not to be underestimated. Her loyalty to InuYasha disgusted him and she was a test in student, a nobody. She'd have to be purged from the school along with her little brother.

Naraku wanted to crush her first, just to piss InuYasha off. The hanyou probably wouldn't hold out very long if he lost his beloved battle partner. Naraku smirked; he would swear to anyone that something was going on between the hanyou and the exterminator to make them such close "friends." He just didn't have any proof yet. Once he got it though Kikyou would be the first to hear about it.

He watched her now, sneering as it looked like she had finally decided it was time to stop being such a frigid bitch. He quickly concluded that the guy she was currently blushing and tripping over was one of the new students. With two key strokes he had pulled up the guy's file. 'Well, at least the girl has somewhat decent taste. He's not completely poor. She's apparently got some brains left in her head but I suppose this adds him to my list of people to destroy.' He sighed as he glanced over his list of people to ruin. It was growing rather quickly and the school year hadn't even begun yet. Naraku didn't mind this, of course. That just meant that the school year wouldn't be entirely boring.

Rising from his desk, he went to his closet and flung it open. A cruel smile twisted his features as he fingered a fur pelt that he'd ordered just for the school year. He was actually considering leaving his lair. Disgusted as he was with the caliber of students in this school; he planned to battle this year. He would battle and win crushing any and all competition.

~Calc 3~

(Group)

Sango glanced at InuYasha with a worried expression. Since she'd told him and Enju what happened with the new kid, he'd been moody and quiet. It was rare for InuYasha to be quiet, even rarer for Sango and InuYasha to fight. She could only interpret this behavior as the silent treatment, though she wasn't quite sure why she was in trouble. She hadn't meant to upset him.

~flashback~

"He what?" InuYasha growled.

"He thinks he can challenge you for your spot on the team as my partner." Sango repeated.

"He wants to what?! Some new punk, think he can just walk in here and challenge me! I'll kick his scrawny, good for nothing ass! Point him out!" InuYasha snarled.

"InuYasha, get a hold of yourself. He didn't realize who he was messing with. I took care of it. We don't know how good he is anyway. He'll have to register a fight with Enju and then we'll see." Sango soothed.

"You say that like you think he could possibly compare!" InuYasha snapped.

"I didn't say that." Sango said with an exasperated sigh.

"But you didn't say you don't think that either." InuYasha continued to argue.

"C'mon InuYasha, you know I don't think that. Besides, there won't be much of him to compare to if he comes around again." She said trying to be reasonable."

"Whatever Sango." InuYasha huffed and turned away from her.

~end flashback~

Sango sighed. Something was definitely bothering him but she'd just have to wait for him to want to talk about it. Knowing InuYasha, it could be a while before he was ready to talk. Sango dropped her eyes to the floor and her shoulders slumped. She and InuYasha fought so rarely that it was major depressing when it happened. He always had jokes or sarcastic comments to lift her spirits when she was having a bad day but now who was supposed to make light of the situation for her until she felt better.

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InuYasha had been silent the entire walk to class. He didn't know why he was so moody. There was no way this new guy could ever replace him but if he lost Sango or Enju he'd lose his last claim to sanity. He'd often refer to the two as his favorite girls because they were the only girls in the school who made his life easier. They weren't petty or shallow like most of the girls in the school and that made him happy. He wasn't going to let anyone come in between their bond of friendship. It was a rare thing for a hanyou to have such close friends; he couldn't let that go, not without a fight.

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Enju glanced uncertainly at the two friends on either side of her. The silence was becoming increasingly uncomfortable since their time together usually consisted of playful banter and lots of laughter. She sighed as they made it all the way to their first class of the day without a word passed between the two. 'This is going to be hell. Calc 3, first hour, what's up with that?'

She took her usual seat with Sango in the very last row of the classroom hoping to keep the less attentive students closer to the teachers so that the rest of the class could learn in peace. Enju frowned as InuYasha chose to sit in from of them rather than in the same row. She opened her laptop and waited patiently for InuYasha to turn his on before sending him a message.

E: Are you okay?

I: Fine

E: Then why are you being so grumpy.

I: I'm not.

E: …

Sango laughed quietly as she read over the short conversation. He always pouted like a puppy and denied anything was wrong. Usually they would tease him with how adorable he looked when pouting.

S: Would it make things better if I told you his name?

I: Maybe.

S: What are you going to do with the name?

I: Nothing. Would it matter if I did do something with it, though?

Sango was silent staring at the screen. What kind of question was that? It shouldn't matter. So it didn't. 'Of course, it doesn't matter.' She shook her head not believing she'd had to think about that for even a second. 'Why would it matter? The guy was a creep.'

I: You know, I think she might actually like this guy.

E: InuYasha!

I: Well why does she have to think about it for so long?

E: Seriously Inu, chill out!

'Geez, he's worse than a jealous boyfriend.' Enju thought shaking her head. She glanced over at Sango and cringed. The taijiya was glaring at her computer screen after having read the conversation between InuYasha and Enju over her should.

"Sango?" Enju whispered trying to sooth the other girl's temper.

'What the crap? I don't like that guy. What is InuYasha's problem?' Sango though angrily.

S: Honestly, InuYasha, I don't bug you about pimping around the school so why accuse me of having feelings for some creep that I clearly have no interest in? I beat the hell out of him and I hope the other girls do too. So would you stop being such a jerk about it? You so unreasonably stubborn sometimes!

Sango clenched her hands into fists as she tried to calm down. She took a deep breath and slowly uncurled her fingers. Releasing the breath, the returned her fingers to the keys and continued her message.

S: Why are you making such a big deal out of this anyway? He was, as I've said before, a major creep and I took care of it. Why drag it on past that? What's really bothering you?

I: It's none of your business!

S: WHAT? What the hell do you mean it's none of my business? I haven't done anything wrong but I am still trying to fix whatever's apparently gone wrong between us but I can't do that unless you stop being an ass.

Enju glanced between the two worriedly as she peered at Sango's screen. It was very rare that Sango truly lost her temper but InuYasha was pushing it today. He, of course, would know exactly what to say to really piss her off. Enju wished now more than ever to be able to see what he was thinking so that she could help her two friends. She didn't like them like this. 'What is he so mad about?'

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InuYasha rolled his eyes after reading what Sango had to say. 'Feh, women! So damn touchy about little stuff.' He hadn't meant to make a big deal out of this. He really only wanted to protect her, right? 'Why does that guy bother me so much? It's not like I care if she likes him or not. It's just Sango. Having a boyfriend might do her some good…just not that guy because he's a creep…but someone.' Naturally, that someone would have to be someone he approved of. He couldn't let his best friend go out with just anybody. She was a special girl and she deserved only the best. As her best friend it was his job to ensure she received the best and this guy just didn't sound like he was good enough.

I: Look, I'm just checking because you're my best friend and I love you. Plus, we wouldn't want you to be distracted or anything this school year. We're supposed to really be making a name for ourselves. We want to have an awesome season and we can't afford any pests. After all, we would hate to lose just because you were taking it easy on your boyfriend. I think Kikyou and Kagome cause us enough trouble as it is. You're supposed to be the responsible one in the friendship and I'm the screw up.

AND I DO NOT PIMP AROUND SCHOOL!!!

I can't help it if I'm extremely attractive and beautiful loose girls are attracted to me. I didn't ask to be hotter than hell itself. It's a curse really to be so gorgeous all the time. The perfect face and amazing body are a real burden at times. It's a tiring and twenty-four hour job looking this good all the time. I get no peace.

Maybe one day, when I'm old, I won't suffer this curse of teenage perfection and the hoards of beautiful girls throwing themselves at me but until then I will just have to continue my struggle to survive. I will have to continue searching for the one who truly loves me and not the fact that I'm insanely rich and ridiculously good looking, lol.

:P

I 3 you Sango!

S: One day, I'll kill you in your sleep for such arrogance InuYasha. 3 Sango

Sango beamed at the screen happy that they'd made up in their own strange way. If they weren't in class she might even feel inclined to hug him.

"He can't be that amazing; neither of us has thrown our self at him." Enju whispered to Sango causing both girls to burst out laughing.

I: I heard that wench! And I happen to know you want me. You can deny it all you want, I know the truth. I'm a sexy beast and I have references to back up that statement. You know I star in all your dreams.

InuYasha smirked then turned and flashed Enju a devilish grin with a wink as he hit the send key. He chuckled to himself as he turned back around. A scowl crossed his face as the teacher finally entered the room. Slumping down fully intent to ignore the new presence he lost himself in his thoughts.

He was well aware that Sango and Enju were possibly the only girls in school that were completely immune to his charm. Fortunately for him, this was never a problem as he'd always seen them more as sisters and dependable partners rather than as girlfriends. Or, at least that's what he liked to attribute his over protectiveness to.

I: Actually girls, I'm rather glad you two aren't complete airheads. It's nice to know that someone in this school doesn't have sex on the brain 24/7. I have mad crazy love and respect for the both of you just because of that.

E: Not complete airheads? You should know we're both glaring at you right now.

I: Did I mention I love you? :D

InuYasha quickly minimized their conversations as he pulled up the calc program that they would need for participation. At the teachers request he accessed the introduction page then leaned back to begin finding a good napping position.

I: Ugh, she's going to be a bore. I can feel it. I hope you're able to stay awake Sango.

S: What would you do if I suddenly decided to not take notes for both of us?

I: Fail.

Sango smacked a hand to her forehead. That was not the response she had been hoping for but definitely the one she had expected. InuYasha would never change.

--

Naraku had hacked into the core database of the school and entered the server to keep an eye on those he despised. In theory, he should probably have been paying attention to his AP Physics class but it was ever so boring. Instead, he was sitting at his desk freely intercepting everyone's messages but he'd decided to focus on the Calc 3 trio's messages. He rolled his eyes at InuYasha's arrogance and decided it was time to cut in. Too much more and he'd probably throw up.

N: Ready to lose your spot as top of the class taijiya? Have fun screwing your hanyou if you like since that will be the only way to console yourself when you're not only second best in the school but second best on the battle team.

N: As for you InuYasha, your arrogance will be your downfall. I will enjoy watching you lose everything at my hand.

N: Enju, however, you are looking quite well this year. I should hope you won't bring yourself to any harm by interfering in these battles. Nothing the hand book won't allow, I assure you. I'm just warning you so you won't be too broken hearted when the dream team falls apart and there's a new favorite in the school. If you decide to battle this year, I know we'll do great things together. -)

Naraku grinned as he sent the individual messages. Besides Kikyou, the accursed battle team captain had come to be a distraction for him from time to time. He had yet to witness her battle anyone but she hadn't been named captain for nothing. 'She will submit to me.' A wicked snarl stretched across his face as he tapped a few keys, instantly killing both Sango and InuYasha's laptops. He showed favor to the captain and decided to leave her laptop untouched.

N: Tell your little friends that's not all I can do, captain.

~Why Boys Are Stupid~

(Enju)

Enju could hear InuYasha growling and the rapid typing of the keys as he responded to Naraku's message. It was well known that they were arch foes and InuYasha's muttering about the bastard from hell that needed to die only added to this conviction.

"WHAT?!" Sango whispered harshly beside her. "Screw him..! That's just wrong on so many levels. I don't even know how to begin responding to that!"

The two went silent as their laptops suddenly shut off. Enju could feel the waves of hatred and rage coming from InuYasha right now.

"BASTARD!" InuYasha shouted furiously. He slammed his fist down on the desk, leaving a deep dent in the cool steel.

Enju's eyes were wide staring at what had once been a smooth surface.

"WHAT?!" InuYasha snapped, scowling around the classroom. He bared his fangs at the teacher, daring her to reprimand him for his outburst. Enju watched as the students snapped their attention back to their screens and the teacher stood in the center of the room her jaw held tight. Finally the woman must have decided punishing InuYasha wouldn't be worth whatever further outbursts he'd commit, she turned on her heels and began writing on the board again as if nothing happened.

"That's what I thought." InuYasha snorted, turning back to his compute.

"Wow!" Enju breathed silently. She'd seen InuYasha threaten people tons of times but it was always amazing to see it work on the teachers as well. Kaede was probably the only person on staff that InuYasha couldn't frighten.

"I'm gonna kill that bastard!" InuYasha muttered as his laptop rebooted. "If he erased any of my files, I swear…"

He continued to mutter to himself but Enju stopped listening as she finally turned to read her own message. She stared at the screen for a moment, processing what Naraku had said. Frowning, she began her response. She wasn't sure if Naraku would respond but she was still curious.

E: Are you going to become the "new favorite" then?

"Are your laptops okay girls?" InuYasha asked turning around.

"Yeah, mine's alright." Sango responded while Enju simply nodded waiting for Naraku to respond.

"Well then we should discuss more important matters, such as Sango's tone of voice." InuYasha stated.

"My tone?" Sango asked at a complete loss for his meaning.

"I don't appreciate that tone of voice you were using. I'm hurt. What's so wrong with screwing me? You say it like it's a bad thing. Apparently I need to remind you that I'm the best. I've got references for that too." InuYasha joked, sending Sango a mock hurt look. Enju and Sango laughed shaking their head. Sango returned to taking notes and InuYasha pulled out his phone and began texting Kikyou to find out where she was.

N: Of course I intend to become the new favorite. You don't think I'd just crush InuYasha without some form of gain for myself. I'm a very busy man and he's just in the way of my networking. You'll want to warn that obnoxious wolf Kouga of his upcoming failure as he'll need to be crushed too. Anyone who gets in my way will be crushed.

You'll have to forgive me but I believe your hands will be tired and your head hurting from all the challenges I plan to issue this year. I've spent the last two years studying your fighters and I know all their strengths and weaknesses and I will demolish each of them. If you're wise, you'll save them the trouble and just name me as your second. As that is what I intend to become.

The mutt and his orphan girlfriend can't compare to me so I suggest you drop them now so that your name won't go down in flames with them.

E: If you're as skilled as you claim to be, prove it on the battle field. Otherwise, I don't care what you think or do. However, if you break the rules and touch my friends be assured I'll find out and end you myself because you're right about one thing. I wasn't named captain for nothing.

N: You have no idea what I can do.

E: And you have no idea what I can do.

It wasn't often Enju felt the need to threaten people but she hated kids like this. It was so annoying, these punks who thought they could threaten their way onto the battle team. In reality she wouldn't have to fight to get rid of this kid. InuYasha would flatten him but if InuYasha failed she had no doubts what so ever Sesshomaru could finish this Naraku kid without breaking a sweat. The daiyoukai was terrifyingly calm about everything. He made it into the number one spot on the team with ease every year. Only a fool could imagine that they would surpass him.