"What do you mean you aren't going" he growled.
The party was tomorrow night and he had every intention of making sure she was present. Whether voluntarily or kicking and screaming. He cared not which choice she preferred.
"I rather not be somewhere I'm not wanted" she sighed dejectedly.
"You're going" it was not a request nor question.
"But"
"No butts, you are going even if by force if necessary"
She gave off an irritable sigh knowing full well he always pull through on all promises and threats.
He just laughed softly hearing her grumble something along the lines of 'egotistical pest with eight legs that wont be able to out run her.'
They pulled up at the shrine.
"Tomorrow morning I will pick you up at 10 a.m. sharp to take you out for a dress"
"Naraku you don-" she was silenced by a finger to her lips.
"Do not argue with me little one" he said seriously "you will not win"
She just growled before getting out the car and slamming the car door shut.
"I care about you as well little one"
"OH STUFF IT YOU EIGHT LEGGED DOUCHE LORD" she growled before slamming her house door shut.
He just chuckled and drove off.
"Good morning Kanna and Kagura. I was not aware that we were having company along with us today" she said glaring at her brother who just shrugged it off.
"Wow Naraku" Kagura chuckled "she really is your sister" she said referring to their similar speech inactions.
"We are just as surprised as you are Kagome" Kanna agreed with her normal stoic face and emotionless tone.
"I will not be much help in this particular situation" he shrugged "they would be of better use"
Naraku was annoyed, irritable, and miserable beyond comprehension, yet his face remained cold and stoic.
They have been to 12 stores in the last 2 hours.
He possessed knowledge beyond his years, he was already in the process of building his own company that will not be opened until he obtains his business/finance degree, he has pristine colleges hounding over him, yet all of that together can never make him understand the female mind when it comes to shopping.
He did not understand. He saw very acceptable dresses for his sister yet he almost had his head cut off for making a suggestion on a dress.
'Its too long'
'Its to short'
'It does not go with her eyes'
'What is she your grandmother'
'Sesshomaru will never give her a second thought in that eye sore'
What part of in and out did their minds not register. They will leave the party within the hour yet they shop as if it was a red carpet event.
"OH MY KAMI THAT'S THE DRESS" he turned hearing Kaguras' squeal. He didn't get a good look at it but saw it was red.
'FINALLY' he growled inwardly.
"Now for the shoes"
He was on the verge of tears.
"Thanks again" she said kissing his cheek.
"Hn" he seated her things on the couch in the living room "be ready for 7 o'clock tonight" he kissed her forehead before taking his leave.
"Goodbye mother, Souta, and old man I will see you all later this night"
"You really need to spend some more time here" Souta said pulling away from the hug. He was a little jealous that Kagome was hogging all his attention.
"Do not fear little one I have a great deal of free time during the summer. I plan on being around more often" he said patting his head lightly before turning back to Kagome.
"7 o'clock sharp" he reminded her before leaving.
4 hours. Without another word, she grabbed her mothers' hand and her bags and went upstairs.
"Oh my Kami" Sonya breathed "K-Kagome"
They finished her nails and hair, all that was left was to get dressed. Her daughter walked out the bathroom fully dressed and she couldn't believe this was her timid shy little girl.
"W-what's wrong" Kagome asked a little on edge. She didn't know how to take her mothers expression. She walked over to her full length mirror and gasped.
She wore a red full length one shoulder dress that features a ruched bodice with asymmetrical keyhole opening, single shoulder strap and low cut open back with beaded back straps. A look completed by her sexy figure hugging ruched long evening gown with flared skirt and small train.
"You look gorgeous"' Sony said coming to stand behind her.
Kagome didn't know what to say. She never wore anything like this before.
DING DONG
"What do you think you are wearing" Naraku growled.
He knew he should have gotten a better look at the dress before purchasing it, but he was beyond relieved to get out of that place.
'Damn you Kagura' he cursed inwardly.
Kagura was more on the sexy appealing side when it came to her fashion while Kanna was a little more conservative but appealing nonetheless. That's why he brought both of them to help Kagome. To work together to find something nice but at the same time something that wouldn't land him in jail for killing off perverts who dared look at her.
"Oh hush Naraku" Sonya lightly scolded.
She loved Naraku dearly like her very own and nothing will change that, but they all had to realize that Kagome was becoming a beautiful young woman and they would have to get use to it. Sonya for the most part was happy that her little girl was finally coming out of her shell and getting to know the world around her.
"I think she looks beautiful" she said with a small smile.
They just arrived at the Tashio Manner. It was magnificent.
She was completely and utterly nervous.
"Do not fidget" Naraku said putting the car in park "You truly do look wonderful tonight and you will be with your friends. Should you feel uncomfortable for any reason come find me" he got out of the car and went to her side.
He opened the car door and offered his hand.
"Welcome young Master Naraku and Ms. Lady"
She looked down and saw a green toad like demon dressed as a butler.
"Your companions has arrived and now awaits you in the ball room.
Everything was quiet once the doors to the ball room opened. All eyes were on Kagome. Even Sesshomaru did a double take.
She instinctively held on tighter to Naraku as they approached to whom she believed to be the host and hostess.
"Lord InuTashio Lady Jen I see you are doing well" Naraku said in his usual stoic tone.
"It has been some time Naraku" InuTashio said.
"And who may this lovely young lady be" Jen asked kindly.
Her breath couldn't help but get caught in her throat. They were breath takingly beautiful. They both resembled Sesshomaru down to a T. Jen looked like the exact version of how Sesshomaru would look if he were a female. She was foot shorter than Sesshomaru. InuTashio was a foot taller than Sesshomaru and just as beautiful to look at. They both possessed the same beautiful silver hair, sun kissed eyes, and both had a magenta stripe on both their cheeks as well as the family crest upon their forehead.
"This is Kagome Higurashi my little sister" he said introducing her.
"Oh my, I never knew you had any siblings Naraku, though you never spoke much on family matters" Jen said "I am Jen, Sesshomarus' mother" she said offering her hand.
"It is a pleasure meeting you" she said shyly shaking it.
"Higurashi, Higurashi" InuTashio muttered to himself "I have heard tha- you are the young woman whom bested Sesshomaru in battle" he said a little awed.
To think such a little girl as her kept her own against the ruthless prince of the West.
"Y-yes sir" she said softly. This is one thing she did not want speak on.
"I believe I see my party" Naraku said sensing her discomfort. Knowing InuTashio he was going to ask how was it possible for a little human girl to best his son "It was an honor speaking with you both but we must take our leave"
"Whoa"
"Damn"
"What the hell"
"..."'
Bankotsu, Hakudoshi, Renkotsu, and Suikotsu all had their jaws on the floor after seeing Kagome walking towards them.
"I believe you can put your tongue back in your mouth Hakudoshi" Kanna said. Though her voice was emotionless, he could sense her annoyance.
"Kagura Kanna" Naraku growled lowly "explain why you saw it fit to dress my sister in such a way"
"What are you talking about Naraku" Kagura said walking next to Kagome "she looks great and if you haven't noticed. . . " she said with a smirk "all eyes are on her and a certain dog demon has yet to pull his interests elsewhere"
They turned to see Sesshomaru indeed was still admiring Kagome from his perch upstairs.
The party was going well but the gang just couldn't wait to get out of there. Especially Kagome. Too many men and even their sons were coming on to her.
She tried speaking with Sesshomaru but the entire time he had this beautiful woman on his arm and would brush her to the side.
Apparently her name was Sara Assano. Princess and heiress to her fathers' company. She had beautiful blue eyes, flawless pale skin, and beautiful luxurious brown hair that flowed down to her waist. She was about the same height as her and gorgeous.
All she wanted to do was go crawl in a ditch somewhere and cry. She felt like a fool. To ever think someone like Sesshomaru would ever fall for her.
"Kagome" she turned around and saw Bankotsu.
She gave him a small smile gesturing him to continue.
"Would you like to dance"
Sesshomaru was beyond pissed.
'How dare he touch what belongs to this Sesshomaru'
'If memory serves well master she is NOT ours'
"..."
'You let your pride and ego get in the way and now you pushed her into the hands of another' his beast continued 'Did she not try to speak with you earlier yet you pushed away. . . to make it worse you made her feel foolish with this woman on your arm'
Now he was really pissed, this time at himself.
None of this was going past Naraku. He could practically feel the hatred radiating from Sesshomaru as if he were right next to him.
'Serves the fool right'
And he could sense the sadness and despair coming from Kagome, but after a few dances with Bankotsu it seems to be lifting her spirit a little.
'Hn'
He looked down at his watch.
'It is time'
One by one everyone began to disappear discreetly until every one was all together in the front yard.
"I say we go to Narakus to figure out what to do" Kagura said "He does live closer and I really want to get out of this dress" .
She loved the dress but it was not designed to be standing out side in the cold.
Everyone agreed and followed behind Naraku.
Renkotsu drove his car with Bankotsu, Suikotsu and Hakudoshi.
Kanna and Kagura came together.
Miroku drove with Kouga, Ayame and Sango.
Inuyasha and Sesshomaru decided to take Sesshomarus' car.
"Relief" Kagura sighed walking out the bathroom wearing a pair of black skinny jeans, white tank top, a light sweater and a pair of white Jordans.
"How bout the movies" Sango suggested.
They wanted to do something fun but nobody knew what.
"I know there's a street carnival that opened up down town" Bankotsu decided.
"How bout it Kagome" he said with a smirk putting his arms around her.
The others, save Sesshomaru whom only glared at the bastard, chuckled when Kagomes face went up in flames.
She nodded her head in agreement not looking anywhere but her lap.
With a destination in mind everyone gathered into their cars ready to pull out.
"Yo Naraku" Bankotsu said walking away from his ride.
"What is it Bankotsu"
"Is it cool if I ride with you and Kagome"
With that being said, everyone looked back at Sesshomaru, except Kagome, though his face remained unfazed, he was furious.
"Very well" Naraku said as Bankotsu got in behind him.
"Are you enjoying yourself so far Kagome" Bankotsu asked.
They have been at the carnival for about 2 hours and he won her a prize and went on all sorts of rides. They were now in line to go on the Ferris wheel.
"Very much so" she said softly hugging her prize to her side. It was a purple dinosaur with pink dots that came up to her waist.
"Say Kagome I was wondering m-"
But a gruff voice from behind interrupted him. They turned to see Sesshomaru.
"Kagome, a word" it didn't sound demanding but it was also not a question.
"I don't believe she wants to" Bankotsu said standing in front of her.
Just like Naraku, Bankotsu was one of the very few that feared Sesshomaru.
"I do not believe I was addressing you whelp"
He was about to retort when a gentle hand on his shoulder calmed him. It was Kagome looking up at him with a small smile.
"It's ok" she said in a small soft voice.
He reluctantly stood aside and let her pass.
"I believe you were to be my company for tonight" he began.
She didn't dare get her hopes up. He was probably being nice or trying to fulfill his promise or something. Either way he had no romantic feelings for her.
"It's ok" she said softly looking down "I know you were trying to be nice by asking me to be your date but I don't want to make you do something you don't want to do"
Every word that past her lips stabbed her heart. She could feel the tears coming on but held them back.
"Besides" she said looking up with a smile.
He knew it was forced, but he must admit to it. Bravo.
"I think it all worked out in the end. I made a new friend and you found a beautiful girl to call yours" she sweetly.
They looked over hearing someone call her name.
Bankotsu.
It was nearly their turn.
"Please excuse me Sesshomaru-Sama"
She wasn't ignorant. After seeing where he lived and how important he truly is, it was only right to address him as such. She was no where near his league.
She bowed respectively before running off towards Bankotsu.
'Sama' he thought bewildered.
When did that happen.
He did not like hearing his honorifics going passed her lips.
His eyes darkened at the sight of her blush being caused by someone that was not him. Bankotsu had his arm around her waist and was whispering something in her ear that made her giggle.
'This will not do'