I couldn't resist putting up another chapter! Thank you to the review appreciating the memories between Rin and Sesshomaru. I put a lot of thought into those (: The night is still young and the wedding is days away. R&R 3

Chp 13, A Mother's Words

As soon as the sun started to go down Kagome stood up from her seat.

"Guys!.. It's time" she smirked.

"Wha- " Rin couldn't answer before Sango and Ayame just hauled her up and dragged her to Kagome's room. The grandmoms just giggled as Shiori followed after the group of adult teenagers.

"Don't worry Rin. We'll take care of you" Sango said placing her in front of Kagome's vanity. Jakotsu pulled the dress out of his bag and started dressing Rin while everyone else changed as well. He did her hair and fixed her make up and with that everyone was ready for the nightlife portion of the day.

"Guys what are you doing with me?" Rin asked nervously as she was dragged into a limo with the girls and Jakotsu.

"Rin, do you remember when we used to work club nights at Bankotsu's old place?" Kagome asked from the drivers seat.

"Yeaa.."

"think of that" Kagome smirked

"Kagome!- Bankotsu's club nights were insane.. I'm getting married in two days! I cannot get that bad!" Rin yelled from the back.

"Relax, think of it as a slow night back then" Kagome winked.

"What the hell did ya'll do…" Ayame muttered

"Girl, you do not want to know how your boss was pre- twins, HAH!" Jakotsu laughed from the back with Sango. Kagome shot a glare that should have incinerated them.

They finally reached a club and it was packed. Kagome just said her name with the Takahashi last name and they were let in immediately. It was difficult to find an open booth so they were given a vip area. Sango went out get everyone drinks while Rin was still adjusting.

"Kagome.. I haven't been in a club in years.." Rin nearly whispered.

"Relax, neither have I let alone in Tokyo. Just pretend we are both 19 again and this is a regular night out."

"Only problem is I am not 19 anymore!" Rin hissed.

"RIN! Just have fun for crying out loud!" Kagome shot just as Sango showed up with double shots for everyone.

"Leave it to the model…" Kagome muttered to herself before Sango slapped her shoulder.

It was around 10 when the guys stumbled into the house with a knocked out Takumi on Inuyasha's back. They spent the day out just talking about everything together since they couldn't get too wild with Takumi. Walking inside they got the vibe that almost no one was here. They went into the living area to find their mother and kagome's mother sitting on the couch with Shiori passed out next to them. Kagome's mom came and grabbed Takumi, laying him down on the couch next to Shiori.

"uhh ma? Where are all the girls?"

"Oh they went out dear.." was all she said

"Out where, exactly?"

"Kagome said some hot club.." Kagome's mom answered. All the guys looked at each other and Sesshomaru didn't even notice. They dragged Sesshomaru out of the house and back into their car. When asked what they were doing they simply said they were following the girl's lead.

This should be fun, Inuyasha thought.

"Kagome!- Dance with us?" Jakotsu stuck his hand out to her as everyone started to get up.

"Definitly" she smirked.

A good five shots and at least one cocktail each have been consumed by all of them, including a reluctant all got up and the group made space for themselves together in the middle of the dance floor. They stayed close so no one would bother them and if anyone did they pretended to dance on Jakotsu. It was the perfect cover. It was just fun for all of them that they didn't pay attention to any of their surroundings until about an hour passed by and Ayame was the first to stop dancing and just stare at the front. Kagome forced herself to turn around and her jaw almost fell off as she watched all their boys walk in together. She turned back to talk to Ayame. They girl was on the brink of a panic attack finally seeing Kouga.

"Ayame, breathe honey."

"Bu- Kouga!" Ayame whined.

"I know, just follow what I tell you and don't you dare let him get to you, okay? And if you argue bring up some bullshit and make him stop. Alright?" everntually Ayame just nodded before starting to dance again with Rin.

The boys however, they were having a hard time even talking. The moment they spotted the girls, they knew they were already losing. Every single one of their jaws swept the floor as they picked out each one of their girls on the floor. Yep, even Sesshomaru.

Jakotsu pulled a fast one for Rin but it was perfect. A tight blue, sequined dress that had small straps and went mid thigh for her and simple black heels. Her hair was up and messy with pieces framing her face. Sango had on a black, cap sleeved crop top with leather black pants and high heels. Her hair was in a pin straight long ponytail behind her head and her make up was dark. Ayame had on a dark green strapless tube top and a short tight black skirt that went mid thigh as well. Her hair was naturally wavy and framed her face perfectly.

Finally, it was Inuyasha's turn to drool. Kagome had on a one shoulder red crop top that landed just over her belly button. She had on tight high waisted black shorts that didn't leave much for imagination. Her heels were black boots up to her knees. Her hair was pin straight as were her bangs that landed straight down to above her eyes. Her make up was dark but not as heavy. Inuyasha literally had to be pulled away from looking at her when Kouga tugged at his elbow.

"What the hell is Ayame doing here?" Kouga growled. The sight of his mate in the middle of a club looking like that without him knowing about it did not make him happy.

"Clubbing?" Miroku smirked dodging a hit from the angry wolf demon.

"She shouldn't be"

"Says who?" Miroku raised a brow as he ordered a drink.

"Says me" Kouga stepped up to Miroku but the lech was unphased.

"Yea, because you control her? She isn't even your mate and it's your fault." Inuyasha stepped in. Kouga and Miroku drank their drinks and Inuyasha went back to staring at his girl just in time to catch her smirking in his direction. He knew she was a good dancer, always did, but damn did she get better. He loved what the years did to her body and he couldn't get enough of looking at her. Her long legs were a sight to see and having kids did just the right things to both the front and the back of her body. You would think having twins would mess you up but obviously Kagome hit the jackpot with luck. She was beautiful and he was starting to wonder how long he would last tonight before he had to drag her back home and take her. It was either that or he left early to get acquainted with his hand. Knowing Kagome, it would probably end up being the latter.

"Ayame!" Kagome called to her

"What's up?" she moved up by her.

"Find the hottest guy you see and dance with him." Kagome smirked.

"Are you sure?" Ayame got nervous

"Do you want your mate?" Ayame nodded

"And do you want him to stop being an idiot?" Kagome added. Ayame nodded again.

"Then go find a partner!" she yelled as the girl fled their little circle.

An old song came on and Kagome instantly looked back at Inuyasha and caught his intense stare as he was looking her up and down. She smirked and went in the middle of their little circle leaving enough space so he could still see her. She hasn't danced like this in years but she knew she could still pull it off. As she got in the center, Sango and Rin started dancing with her when they knew what was going on. Catching a glimpse at the rest of the men at the bar, they knew. They started to move together closely only making it harder for the boys to look away. Even Rin was enjoying this. Thy separated and went swaying with the beat on their own again. Kagome backed up into Sango and started to move from side to side slowly moving her hands all around hers and Sango's body. Miroku almost choked on his drink at the bar and the girl had to keep themselves from laughing because it wasn't over yet. Kagome knew she wanted to make him come on the dance floor with her so she worked for it. She went on her own again and started to work with the music.

The song was slow with a steady beat that you could still dance to. She started going in a circle, lifting her hips every chance she got. With her hands in the air she was finally facing him yet again and decided not to look away. She was staring right at him as she lets her hips continue to move with the beat. The song was almost over and she had one last thing to do do get him over the edge. She finally turned to look at her friends behind her smirking. As the beat was winding down she took the chance to start going lower with her hips still swaying from side to side. In a few seconds her knees were bent far apart and her ass was on her heels before she shot back up. The moment she did, she felt hands on her hips before they pulled her back into a tall and muscular body. She smirked as she saw the silver make its way over her own shoulder.

She started to put pressure on him with the lower half of her body and slowly they started dancing to the same beat. They mixed perfectly on the dance floor. It was starting to get tedious for her so she started to go lower piece by piece before slowly making her way back up making sure to press her ass firmly against him. She started to feel certain things move and she stifled a giggle. She turned around to face him and their legs ended up entangled. They were pressing against each other to the beat of the music staying right into the others eyes. Somehow, they ended up at the wall on the edge of the dancefloor. His back was against it but his eyes never left hers. It was the most heat she's felt in years and it's what he's been craving since he first saw her again. Hands were beginning to roam as there faces were starting to inch closer together. He had his arms around her waist ready to pull her up when they heard Ayame screaming. Both of their heads shot to the bar as Kagome slid off of him with a growing blush. Inuysha cursed the world on the inside and prayed for something not to make an appearance at the moment.

"Kouga- what the hell is wrong with you!" Ayame screamed as her and her dance partner were pulled apart. Kouga gave one look to the guy and he actually cowered away from the angry wolf demon.

"Why the hell are you dancing with some random guy!" Kouga growled, facing the redhead.

"Because I CAN!" she answered

"NO, you CAN'T!" Kouga hissed back.

"Give me one good reason!" Ayame pointed a finger at him,daring him to come up with one.

"Because your- " Kouga stopped himself mid -yell.

"I'm what, Kouga? Definitely not mated!" Ayame yelled before storming off. All the girls quickly ran after her when she left outside while Jakotsu went upstairs to grab their stuff. Kagome gave Inuyasha one small kiss on the cheek and a shy smile before running after the girl after giving Kouga a smack on the head on the way out.

"idiot.." Inuyasha muttered behind the wolf.

"Ayame!" Kagome yelled finding her in the alley next to the club. Sango and Rin where surrounding her and she could hear Jakotsu coming behind her.

"Kagome! Do- do you think it worked?" She looked up at her.

"I think you're a genius, love" Kagome smiled making the other girl beam.

"Can we go now? I don't think I can be out anymore"

"Sure- our stuffs at the mansion so you'll spend the night there." Ayame's eyes almost flew out of her head.

"But- Kou-"

"We won't let him near you. Sleep in my room with me?" Kagome tried. Ayame just nodded following the girls to find the limo.

It was 4 something in the morning and Kagome was ready to murder whoever was pounding on her door at this time. She got off the bed slowly not wanting to wake up the distraught wolf demon laying next to her and walked towards the door. She opened it and her eyes went wide. Before she could say anything he pulled her up to him by the waist and smashed their lips together. It started off soft but deepened. He rolled his tongue over her lower lip and the moment he was granted access she moaned only making him pull her harder to him before letting her go. She had just felt herself melting into him when he pulled back They both stared at each other breathing deeply in the darkness. Kagome couldn't find the words to speak. Not after a moment of surprise like that. She was thankful it was dark because she knew her cheeks had to be majorly flushed at the moment. Inuyasha just smiled before putting her down on the ground.

"Wha- "

"I couldn't fall asleep without it.." was his explanation. She couldn't help but smile as she leaned on her open door frame. He was looking right at her as his breathing started to steady itself like hers. He had on sweats with a tee and his hair was in a low ponytail. She couldn't help but stare and when she reached his face he had a hot smirk.

"What?" she asked, curious.

"nice shirt" he winked and she didn't think her face could feel any hotter. Lately she's only worn one thing to sleep since last week. She looked down and felt herself go redder. She shoved at him to try and go back in her room but he grabbed her hand and pulled.

"It looks better on you.." He whispered into her ear before turning and walking away. As usual, she couldn't move but she put a lot of effort into getting back into bed when her knees came to.

Fucking hormones, she thought to herself as she awaited those dreams in her sleep.. again.

Her doors swung wide open hitting the walls behind them to stop. This made both her and the redhead wolf demon shoot up in bed to see what that was. As usual, it was Sango. She needed to remember to lock her doors the night before from now on.

"Rise and shine, ladies!"

"I hate you.." Kagome grumbled, hiding under the sheets.

"Kagome!" Rin squealed running up to the bed and yanking off the sheets. "We need to go and we need to go NOW!"

"OhmyGod-WHAT" Kagome shot up from bed.

"What? WHAT! We have to make sure the flowers are all ready for tomorrow-Check on the grill-the landscaping-the order times-the-"

"OKAY OKAY!" Kagome walked to to the bathroom without another word.

"Well- isn't she chipper" Jakotsu walked in. And through all this, Ayame was still sleeping.

"Why-again, is Rin doing all of this with us?" Kagome complained as the short brunette was pacing in front of them as they waited for Hojo.

"Because I CANNOT stay home and do NOTHING before my wedding-"

"Yea yea, I got it" Kagome waved her off. Just in time for Hojo to walk in and greet all the people he knew in high school and be introduced to a still very sleepy and slightly hungover Ayame. He took them to the back warehouse were Rin's orders were being set for delivary and set up tomorrow. After about an hour of making sure the set up and times were right, Rin finally decided that they could leave the rest up to Hojo.

Up next was the grill. Ayame led the tour and Kagome mentally reminded herself to propose the girls raise. Everything in the building was done. The updates were made, renevations were done and when some of the simpler, basic decorations were already set up for tomorrow. It was obvious that when everything would be put together tomorrow, it will look beautiful.

The day went by with a lot of pacing, brown paper bags for Rin's breathing and tears. If Kagome had spent any more time with everyone with the preperations, she was sure that Rin wouldn't make it to the wedding in one piece. Thinking that the worst of her day was over, she went to visit her mom who was taking care of the kids. She walked in to be tackled by two little hanyous. They were giggling and when Kagome head-counted, she knew something was missing. That's when she caught orange hair standing at the side of the entrance staring at them. He looked lonely and Kagome felt crushed. The boy still didn't feel like family yet. So now she had to make him.

"Come here, you" She waved him to join them on the floor and the kitsune nearly skipped and jumped on them. They were all laughing together as Kagome started to tickle them when the door opened behind them.

"Are you all trying to kill her!" her grandfather yelled.

"Grandpa!" Kagome yelled. She hasn't seen him as much as she wanted to.

"Kagome dear. It's good to see you. Control them though will ya? Grow up to hulligans-they will!" He hugged her and walked right back out towards the shrine. Oh how she missed him. She managed to calm the kids down by the time Souta had come home from school. Unfortunatly, he brought his girlfriend with him. He didn't know that the kids or Kagome would be there today.

"Why HELLOOO" Kagome came to the door when she saw the cute girl beside her brother.

"Hello.." She was shy. How cute.

"I'm Kagome and you are?" Kagome shook the girls hand.

"I'm Hitomi" She had a gorgeous smile.

"Souta! You never told me how pretty your girlfriend is! What's wrong with you" She hit is head and messed up his hair. "Would you like to meet my children?" She took Hitomi's hand and introduced her to the kids before talking to the girl for what felt like hours. She could feel her brother burning holes into the side of her head but she really didn't care. Embarrassing him took precedance over caring at the moment. Hitomi was sweet. She was gorgeous and seemed to know how to handle Souta whenever he got to angry. Watching how they acted was heart warming before that feeling in her gut came to her and suddenly-she didn't want to see it anymore. It was all too familiar and she didn't like it. She excused herself to help their mother with dinner.

"Hey mom-need help?" she poppe dup next to her mom, tying the extra apron on her.

"OH Kagome, sure sure. Are you alright?" Her mom looked at her with those warm eyes that coud always see right through her.

"I'm alright mom" She smiled hoping to mask her lie. She didn't know how she was feeling or even why so maybe it wasn't really lying.

"Kagome. You know I'm always here, right? You can still talk to me like you used to"

"I know mom" She smiled again before finishing up dinner with her mother. Just like old times.

The well house never changed. It was always peaceful to Kagome. The last year she spent in Tokyo? She almost lived in this hut. Most of her time was spent here thinking about her relationship with Inuyasha. Some days were good thoughts and some weren't but it was still the place that kept her calm. Today was no different. She had spent dinner with everyone including Souta and Hitomi. The whole night the were acting as normal as couples would but it kept sending arrows to Kagome's gut and she couldn't figure out why. It wasn't that she didn't like Hitomi. In fact, she thought Hitomi was perfect for the boy that would always be her little brother. She couldn't figure it out and the only place she could think about it was the wellhouse.

"Kagome?" Her mom slid the hut door closedand walked down the steps to the well where Kagome was sitting.

"The kids?" Kagome looked at her.

"Asleep in Souta's room. He took the couch." She smiled.

"Sorry about this. I just needed time here tonight."

"No worries, dear. You're always welcome home." She wrapped an arm around her daughters shoulder.

"Thank you mom.."

"Kagome?"

"Hmm?"

"Sweetie, what's wrong?" she looked down at her.

"I don't know.." she admitted.

"Is everything alright at the mansion?"

"Yea. It's fine"

"And with Inuyasha?" Somehow, her mother always hit the mark quickly. Kagome didn't answer. "Sweetie, is he treating you okay? If he isn't-"

"No mom. He's- he's treating me fine. It's just.. watching Souta and Hitomi and- the way Inuyasha and I ahev been lately.."

"How have you two been?" she asked her daughter.

"Good-great. We've been getting close again. It's just-"

"Scary?" her mother smiled. Before Kagome could even react, her mother grabbed her hand and walked with her outside of the hut. She didn't stop walking until they reached the sacred tree. Her mother sat down on the fence and patted the space next to her for Kagome. She complied.

"Do you remember this tree, Kagome?"

"Of course. Almost all of our family pictures were taken here." she smiled to herself.

"Yes but do you know why?"

"no.."

"You're father proposed to me here."

"He did?"

"mhmm. Almost said no too." She laughed to herself." But the moment I stepped under this tree- everything became clear. I felt no anger anymore and I knew that I loved him. That's why we centered our lives around this tree. If it weren't for the sacred tree, we wouldn't be here. We wouldn't be experiencing the life the way we do. This tree has made us who we are and I believe that it can clear anything in your mind if you just ask. The idea of any relationship with Inuyasha at all is scary and confusing- I know. But, I think that if you look to the sacred tree, things may become clear for you" Her mother smiled down to Kagome.

Kagome hasn't felt the warmth of her mothers advice in years. It brought her to tears knowing that it was her own fault that their relationship wasn't what it used to be. Mentally, she vowed to get closer again no matter what it took. Her mother left her by the tree, alone now. It was dark out and the lights in the house were out because her family was in bed. Still, she wanted to stay outside and be by the tree. It was calming and it did somehow make her feel better.

"I don't know what it is. I just.. I loved him. It never went away so I kept what happened all those years ago." She spoke to the tree. "I can't forget about it. It's just not easy to feel like someone can love you the right way when they messed up the first time, you know?" A wave of relief passed through her. The thoughts she's had in her mind since the she first saw him again have finally been spoken. She felt less pressure. It was weird but somehow she felt like the tree had saved her, just now. It saved her from making another mistake in her life that she knew she would regret. Things were different now. She was no longer 19 and longing for the life of her dreams. She was the adult she always wanted to be now. Yea, the way there wasn't always fun but she got there and now she had to decide what would make the rest of her life even better. But she had already made that decision, 5 years ago...

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