CHAPTER 5

Turn of Events

Students scattered out of the way, as Sesshomaru marched down the corridor to the school gym. He seems to be on a warpath. He was frightening the student more than usual. He was mumbling angrily at himself. Luckily, he had an off period now, so he locked himself in his classroom. This was something that he never did.

He fell into his chair, making it turn to one side. What was it about this woman, about Kagome, that made him act this was? Sure, he knew her background up to now. It was not a very happy one. His idiot stepbrother made her last years in high school a living hell. She worked hard and got a scholarship to study. She graduates, only to have to take care of her sickly mother that passed away in the end. She is taking care of her brother, who is also currently studying.

Ah ha! He thought I admire her ability to cope and strive. That had to be it? Wasn't it?

He rubbed his temples with his long fingers. Great, headache!

Kagome's lessons continued as always. Everyone seemed to enjoy her classes a lot. Even Mika seemed to have lightened up somewhat. Koyo and Miya was sitting together now. They were so cute. "Attention guys and girls," she smiled as everyone looked up at her, "It's the last 30 minutes of the day. You guys can continue with your group work or take a break. Your choice. I need to run quick, but I will be right back. Don't break down my class" she smiled.

Everyone just nodded and continued. Score for the teacher with the 'boring' subject she smiled looking at Mika continuing the worked happily.

Kagome walked out of the room and down the hall. Soft chatter could be heard coming from each door, except one at the end of the hall. An ominous silence leaked through the frame. Curiosity taking over her, she leaned against the door. A deep voice was the only sound in the room. She knew who's voice it was. The warm honey melted over her senses as she listened. He stopped speaking and she could hear the sounds of pens on paper as the students obeyed quietly. Soft classical music started playing. Never imagined Sesshomaru liking classics she almost snickered.

She continued making her way to the bathroom.

On her way back, Kagome enjoyed the cool breeze of the hall way. Large windows was open to the one side. One could see the whole school terrain from here. She stopped and took in the view. Breathing in the smell of passing summer, she relaxed against the wall unknowing of the eyes watching her.

He was leaning against the wall, just studying her. Her bun had come loose slightly, releasing small strands of hair. She wore a dress with elegant heels today. Her scent was the same from so many years ago. A pang hit him in his chest. He missed her, he knew that know. He had made a mistake to let her go.

He walked closer to her, startling her when he moved a strand of hair from her slim neck. He caught her hand, that shot up instinctively. Her side was slightly turned towards him, and he could see what 8 years has done to her. Her body was now full of feminine curves and angles. Her breasts where more plump than they were in high school. He gave her the smile that made her insides melt. No matter how hard she tried to hide it, he knew it sill worked.

"What," Kagome cleared her throat, "are you doing, InuYasha?" She tried to pull free from his hand holding her wrist.

"I know we haven't exactly started off on the best terms," he looked at her, she studied his eyes.

"You could say that again. Now please let go" she kept pulling at his hand.

"I know you don't believe me, but I really miss you," his eyes closed slightly,

"Yeah sure! Let g-" he used her position to his advantage, turning her into his body.

The shock immobilized her. He pressed her into a hug against his chest, his fingers tracing down her neck. Yes, it still holds power over her he mused. She snapped out of her trance, prying her body away, but his hands held her hips in place. Her hands were on his upper arms. She felt the muscles tense under her grip. His eyes held a look of longing. However, she did not want to believe it. He broke her heart into a million shards those 8 years ago. She was not planning on it happening again. Nevertheless, the way he held her, the way he looked at her, it made her wonder.

She was relaxing in his grip, as he in turn did. He raised a hand to stroke her cheek, and she leaned her head into his palm. He traced a finger down her cheek, down her jaw to her chin. He tipped it up slightly.

She felt the cold breeze play across her hot cheeks. Her eyes closing slightly, knowing what was coming, she sighed, "Inu-, InuYasha, I," her mind drifted as his lips came closer to hers.

A loud noise, a door slamming gave her fright. It was enough to wake her from his siren spell. She slapped his hand away, tears filling in her eyes as she turned away from him. Dammit he thought. Trying to take her hand, she moved away too quickly. She looked at him, the same hurt flashed in her eyes than the last night she looked at him. It stung him deep enough to lodge him in place. She walked towards her class; wiping at the tears in her eyes. What am I doing? She breathed deeply before entering. Everyone looked up at her. They have all packed away their laptops and books. The boys were starting to move the tables back into their original positions.

She cleared her throat, "Thank you guys," she nodded to the boys.

"How far did you get with your work? Am I expecting homework on Monday?" she raised an eyebrow.

"NOPE!" Miya smiled brightly, handing her a stack of papers, "All our work is done,"

"Thank you guys for a wonderful first week," she has repeated this line to all her other students as well. Except then, she did not feel so sad and confused.

The bell rang and she greeted her students for the weekend.

She sat at her desk as the students greeted her and left, again Koyo and Miya greeted her last. They left with bright smiles on the faces.

Kagome buried her face into her hands. She did not know how to process these new emotions or events. Kagome didn't hear Sango happy chatter coming into her classroom. Kagura saw Kagome was troubled, so she greeted Sango at the door. Promising to be there when they got home with Shippou.

Kagome's head shot up when she felt Sango's light touch on her shoulders.

"Kagome, what happened?" Sango rubbed her shoulders as Kagome tried to calm herself.

"He is such a jerk," she sniffed, her eyes had a slight tint of pink.

"Who's a jerk?" Sango felt as confused as Kagome looked.

"In- InuYasha, he tried to kiss me," Kagome hugged her friend's legs, Sango tried desperately to calm the fury within her stomach. She was going to run him over, reverse over him and the run over him again just to make sure he was dead. How dare he do this? She thought bitterly.

She stroked her friend's hair into place again allowing her to calm down before they left.

Sesshomaru closed his classroom door behind himself. He saw Sango's worried expression as she entered Kagome's class. He stepped closer silently, trying not to make a sound, "Who's a jerk?" he heard Sango ask, "In- InuYasha, he tried to kiss me" followed by Kagome's soft sobs. Idiothe scolded himself. I should have slammed the door earlier. He felt annoyed with himself and his idiot stepbrother. That boy doesn't learn he thought, turned on his heels, and left.

** A few hours later. At the airport **

Kagome and Sango sat at a small table close to Gate 15. This was where Shippou would be in a few minutes. Kagome had told Sango everything, after crying so much it didn't hurt so badly. Sango desperately wanted to beat InuYasha to a pulp. He was an arrogant bastard, everyone knew it. She still wanted to beat him though.

"What is up with Sesshomaru?" Sango's eyebrows knitted together. Kagome flushed at the memory. Her hand tingled again.

"Yeah. It was strange," Kagome wondered. Sango's face lit up,

"He is totally in love with you!" She mockingly hugged herself.

"Shut up! We are not in love!" "Oh? We?" "Stop it!"

"Make me," Sango smiled evilly at her,

"Fine! Wanna play it that way huh?" Kagome returned the grin,

"Miroku and Sango sitting in a tree," Kagome sang and Sango went blood red.

Shippou stepped through the gate, and instantly found his mom and aunt. They were going on like teenagers, mocking and laughing at each other. He missed them, and he missed Kagome's laughter.

He took off in their direction in full speed.

"Mom!" he shouted, jumping up the two steps,

"Shippou!" Kagome embraced him, "Oh, I've missed you,"

"It's only been two weeks mom," he tried to breathe as she pushed him closer to her chest.

"Let me at him will you?" Sango rescued him, hugging him softly from the side.

"Tell us all about your trip," Sango took his shoulder bag, He pulled his small suitcase.

He filled them in on all that happened in the while Kagome was gone. He also told Sango about his new hobby.

** Back at Sango and Kagome's Apartment **

"It might not be much, but it's home," Sango opened the door,

"Awesome! This place is bigger than what I am use to," he smiled wide.

"Let me escort you to your room, young sir," Kagome bowed, and they all laughed.

Sango ordered pizza while Kagome helped Shippou unpack. He was telling her about all the alternations he wanted to make to his room. He also started and early Christmas list of all the new supplies he would need for his hobby. Kagome was thrilled to see him so happy.

A soft knock at the door echoed through their short hallway.

"I got it!" Sango ran to the door, slipping on the carpet. She has amazing reflexes due to gymnastics, so she stopped herself from falling.

"Nice moves auntie S!" Shippou shouted from his room.

She grinned and opened the door. It was Kagura, dressed in jeans, a spaghetti top, a jean jacket and black sneakers. Sango and Kagome looked at her in surprise.

"What?" Kagura snapped her fingers, "Just 'cause I look like a prissy bitch doesn't mean I am one", to that, Kagome and Sango burst out laughing. Kagura joined in.

The laughter died down as Shippou walked towards them. He smiled widely to see his mom happy. Kagome walked to his side,

"Kagura, this is my new son, Shippou. He enjoys maths a lot," she said with a wink at Kagura, who seemed happy with the news, "and Shippou, allow me to introduce Ms. Kagura, she will be your new mathematics teacher," his face lit up.

Kagura being half-a-head shorter than Shippou, extended a hand.

"Just Kagura outside of school please. And I'm not an auntie either," she smiled politely.

"Sure," he brown-haired boy smiled widely.

They all sat in the living room, drinking cold drinks, awaiting the arrival of the pizza.

"Geez, how long do these people take?" Kagura was starting to get annoyed, her stomach growled for the third time in 5 minutes, sending giggles amongst everyone.

"Yeah, think I'll call them," Sango got up from her comfy spot on the floor.

There was a knock on the door.

"Well, I should complain more often," Kagura winked at Shippou, who raised his glass.

"I'll get it, Shippou come give me a hand," Sango was at the door, opening it slowly.

"It's about time you got here," she said with a wide, loving smile (eyes closed).

"Yes it is," a too familiar voice filled her ears, her eyes shot open,

Miroku leaned in the doorway with the pizza boxes in his hand, trying his utmost to look sexy. Sango's eyes opened wider.

"Miroku! What the fu-" he pressed a finger against her lips, to quiet her down.

He tilted her head up towards him.

"My sweet Sango, I have brought back my hunt for you," Sango was dumbstruck.

HOW THE HELL DID HE EVEN KNOW WHERE SHE LIVED?

"Hey perv, drop my friend," Kagome stormed to Sango's side, slapping him hard on his cheek.

It burned bright red, and his head just dropped.

"Oh cut him some slack, Kagome. I thought it was touching," Kouga's wolfy grin appeared behind Miroku.

"What the hell is going on?" Shippou felt confused. Surely his mother didn't –

"They are more teachers from Shikon high, don't worry," Kagura soothed. She didn't want him thinking badly of his new mother.

"How do you even know where we live?" Kagome stepped back, Sango as well.

"Miroku is a perv, obviously he knows where you live," Kouga laughed.

The girls looked at him in an awkward way.

"That's not true," he felt defeated. He wasn't that big of a pervert, was he?

"I told them," InuYasha appeared from behind them.

InuYasha stepped forward. Kagome's head dropped, motioning for them to enter.

"We heard there was a new kid in town," InuYasha looked puzzled when he didn't see any.

"There is no kids," Kagura waved a hand in their direction,

"Only a young man," she pointed at Shippou, who rose from his knees. He held out a helping hand to Kagura.

"Wait your kid is a teen?" InuYasha shot a look at Kagome,

"Who's the dad? And how old WHERE you" the look of disgust faded quickly as Shippou walked to his mother's side, guiding her away. A look of pure hatred gleaming from his eyes.

"She adopted me you asshole!" Shippou startled everyone,

"Shippou, I never raised you li-" Kagome got cut off in midsentence.

"I know you didn't. But he can't just judge you like that!" He returned his glare to InuYasha, who was practically hiding behind Kouga.

"She is my godmother. Who adopted me when my biological mother passed away,"

InuYasha actually felt ashamed for once in his life. He looked at Kagome, what she saw in his eyes made her twitch.

"I am very sorry, Kagome," he started extending a hand, but Sango smacked it away.

"OK, drama is over... Let's eat," Kouga broke the awkwardness.

Kouga started introducing the male teachers to Shippou. They seemed to get along. InuYasha tried apologising a few times, but Shippou wouldn't have it. Kagome excused herself; she had to take out the trash for the next morning's collection. Multiple people said they would accompany her, but she declined. She was about to turn around and leave for the house, when a shadow approached her.

"Strong boy you have," the honey voice ran across her nerves.

"Sesshomaru?" she spun around, the tall man just nodded at her.

"What are you doing here?" she tilted her head in confusion.

"Wait, how do you know where I live?"

It took all his concentration to not burst out laughing. She appeared to be in shock.

"I was going to come see if you were doing well. After your ordeal with InuYasha,"

She turned her gave from him. With one stride, he closed the gap between them, lifting her face towards him with one slender finger.

"I am truly sorry I didn't slam the door soon enough," his eyes showed ... concern?

"What? Wait how did you?" "I overheard your session with Sango," her eyes widened.

"Sesshomaru, are you spying on me?" she asked in a cocky voice What am I doing?

"Not spying per say. I was thinking checking up on a promising young woman," he smirked

"This is not the medieval times, Sesshomaru, I am not beneath you," she smiled wickedly,

"I could be rather convincing to have you beneath me if I wanted to" his cool tone made her gasp and shiver. IDIOT, that was not suppose to pass my lips.

Kagome didn't know what to do or think. Sango wasn't right, was she? She felt herself swoon. Sesshomaru's finger traced up her jaw line, making her moan slightly. The soft sound making the feeling in his stomach flare to life. Kagome leaned into his hand. They stood there for what seemed like forever. Kagome opened her eyes, staring into his. For the first time she realized his eyes where the colour of honey, and the intense hunger she saw frightened her.

"I think... uhhh... I think? Oh yes. I think I should go in now. Yes," she blushed; she slowly removed his hand from her cheek.

"As you wish, Kagome," he cleared his throat. Why had he done that?

"Come join us?" she whispered to him, he gave her a faint smile,

"No. I might just want to kill that idiot for trying to kiss you earlier," and with that, he disappeared; leaving Kagome alone to her own thoughts.

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