InuYasha Fan Fiction / Ouran High School Host Club Fan Fiction ❯ To Choose a Heart ❯ You've been accepted... ( Chapter 1 )

Hello all! Again….

 

I have not died

I have not given up on any of my fics.

The other two stories will be updates soon I promise.

 

Things have been a bit hectic in my life which has kept me from updating as much as I'd like. School for me will be over soon which will give me some free time to write until I get a job. Well this story has been completely re-written as I looked over it and the chapter before didn't really have enough detail. So I hope you like it ^^

 

 

 

This is * Thinking *

This is “ Speaking “

 

 

 

NOW ON WIT DA BLOODY FIC!!!!!

 

 

 

 

 

Kagome sighed as she trudged the path ahead. She glanced up as she looked at the man before her with long silver hair and burning golden eyes. *Inuyasha…. * she thought to herself sadly as she traced the lines of his back though his red haouri. She still loved her stubborn hanyou; regardless of all the times he pushed her away…even if it was to be with her dead counterpart. She glanced over to the demon slayer whose weary face shone of the troubles she faced on this long journey…the troubles they all faced.

 

 

Miroku, battling the dangers of his kazana, which was now useless, as the tearing was so badly to if he ever used it again he would suck up everything in his path, including himself. They now had more of a reason then ever to search for the vile hanyou. If not for their own reason's to save the life of their friend, despite the lecher he may be at times. Sango, with the ever growing weight on her shoulder's at the possibility of killing her already once deceased brother, Shippo, who lost his entire family and clan at the hands of the vile half demon, and Inuyasha who struggled just to survive, on their journey, so he could take the much needed vengeance for Kikyo and himself for the man who caused their relationship which was once full of loved to become something rancid and hateful, all because of his lust for the once living priestess.

 

The inu-gumi decided to stop there for the night as they had been traveling hard for the past five hours, which luckily enough for the girls was by a hot springs. Kagome stretched as she glanced around the clearing. She sat as she began scraping the mud and other elements from the comfortable black boots she wore that were made for the outdoors. She chuckled dryly at the memory of her first year traveling into the past, so many years ago, as she wore nothing but her sailor fuku and yellow backpack. Thinking that would be all she would ever need because Inuyasha would protect her. How very wrong and naive she was.

 

 

She had learned the hard way that Inuyasha would NOT always be there to protect her … hence the many scars that littered her body and constant kidnappings she always seemed to be victim to. Another lesson well learned was that her fuku would do nothing against the harsh elements of the past as they trekked on through the dangers of the forest and the many youkai who inhabited it.

 

Simply enough both problems were easily fixed as she now donned a loose pair of black khakis, which had more then enough pockets for her needs and a black tank that ended at her hips. Her hair was styled in twin black braids that cascaded down her back to the lowly curve of her backside as a black bandana collected the sweat that had accumulated from their harsh walk and shaded her eyes from the sun if needed. Her fighting skills were now intact; as she has received much needed training from her formidable teachers.

 

 

Kouga, who wanted to make sure `his woman' would be strong enough to lead his pack, Sesshomaru, who was indebted to the girl because of her service to Rin, and from Sango, because she would just feel better if she were able to contribute to the girls success, and also pass on the now rare skills of her much loved clan and village. So from then on for all the times that her savior wouldn't come, for all the times her love would save his already dead lover and leave her to die, for all the times he left her alone at the hands of whatever dangers that could be lying in wait to answer the call of his past flame…Kagome learned to save herself.

 

 

Yet each and every time, she was met with a hostile youkai, kidnapped by the evil of evils, and confronted with the vilest of men, she would always hesitate. Always waiting, waiting until the last second before the harsh truth of reality would set in crushing her hopes, in the dream that Inuyasha would always protect her…. Oh he would SOMETIMES protect her, and he would OFTEN show up to save her, but Kagome soon found that he could no longer be reliable to her anymore, for if she trusted him as she did once then…she would die.

 

 

So now here she was scraping the gunk that gathered on the soles of her shoes as she fought to ignore the urge to `sit' him as he badgered Shippo to no end. The last straw was when she heard the smack and pitiful cry of her beloved kit. “Inuyasha, Osuwari!!!” she cried as he made a large deep crater in the hard earth, drawing out a string of many inventive and unique cruses. Kagome narrowed her eyes again. “O-SUW-ARI!!! Osuwari, Osuwari, Osuwari!” She roared as her small frame took on a faint bluish hue.

 

 

“Inuyasha! How many times to I constantly have to tell you NOT to swear in front of Shippo!” she growled as she cut the hanyou off. “No I don't care if he says it when I'm gone, And NO it is your fault as you're the one he learned them from anyway, and YES Inuyasha it does make a difference. I want him to grow up to be well respected and mannered.” She hissed as her eyes took on a dangerous motherly light.

 

 

“Repeat this mistake again Inuyasha, and I guarantee we won't have to worry about your mouth any longer.” She spoke coolly, as Sango and Miroku quickly darted out of the miko's path as they looked on in amazement. “I see that is it true. The most volatile ones are the nice ones.” Sango spoke quietly as Miroku could only nod in agreement.

 

 

 

Sango watched her imouto closely as she grabbed her bathing gear and gave her a smile, which she gladly returned. She could hardily believe that the strong young woman before her was the same one she met three years ago. She was proud to pass on her village teachings to someone she thought worthy. This also meant that the ways of her village wouldn't die out, and there was now another who was more then qualified to be a taijiya, and she was damn well proud that it was her imouto. The same girl who struggled with walking for more then two hours, had no idea how to approach youkai, or even defend herself. Sadly this made her the perfect target for demons attacking them as a whole. Even when she used her Hamaya, she wasn't that much of a threat if the youkai knew to dodge quickly enough.

 

 

“Ready to go Sango?” she asked with full arms as an eager look played across her face. Chuckling in her mind she nodded as she stood and looked down at the Miko. “Hai, Kagome let's go.” She said while grabbing her items as well as the two made their way to the hot springs for a much-needed bath and momentary relaxation.

 

 

She lay across the smooth cool surface of the large stone as the moonlight shone brightly against the slick wetness of her body, the water tickling against her feet. Kagome looked across the water at the girl sitting on the edge. “Sango…when we finally beat Naraku, what will you do?” she asked as the taijiya thought upon her question. “I…I'm not sure. I guess that depends on what happens to Kohaku.” She said as Kagome gave her a look. “What about Miroku?” she asked with a grin as the demon slayers cheeks took on a pink hue.

 

 

“W-What's he got to do with anything!” she stammered as she looked away. Kagome snorted as she slid back into the water. “Sango, everyone can see you like him despite his hentai ways. Besides you know he likes you too.” She said as the girl gave her a skeptical look. “I really don't think so I mean, think of all the groping he does! You don't group everyone if you love someone.” She huffed. Kagome smiled as she went to hug her friend.

 

 

“However, you see that's how you know that he does love you. Sango…you're the only one he gropes now. He doesn't touch anyone else.” She giggled as revelation appeared on the girls' features. “Well…” she began. “In that case I guess it all depends on Miroku then.” She said as she stepped out of the water as Kagome followed in suit. “Let's get back, you know Inuyasha is gonna badger Shippo again.” She sighed as they dressed and went back to camp.

 

 

They were all heading south, as they heard a rumor of youkai disappearing mysteriously, and knew exactly who it had been. Naraku. He was the only one who would absorb massive amounts of youkai, trying to increase his own power. So on they went in hopes of heading off and finishing the youkai off at last, but little did they know that they wouldn't have to wait long at all.

 

 

Kagome stopped as she spread out her senses, eyes growing wide in realization as everyone turned around to look at the miko. “Kagome what's wrong?” Inuyasha asked as his hand instinctively went to the hilt of his blade. “Jewel shards… a whole heck of a lot more then two, and their coming fast.” She said as they all prepared for what came their way.

 

 

A dark cloud approached over the clearing blocking all sunlight from view as an icy cold burst of wind came crashing along their backs making them all shiver. A low dark laugh echoed around them as they looked to see the source. “Hello Miko. I have finally come to collect what's mine. I thank you for taking great care in to collect the pieces I could not find. Unfortunately for you, your shard hunting days are over.” The voice called as they all stood back to back as to not be surprised. “Kill them.” Naraku stated calmly as hordes and hordes of youkai came rushing in from all directions.

 

 

The sound of metal clashing against metal, and blood splashing on the once green grass was all that could be heard aside from the other sounds of battle. Inuyasha unleashed his mighty fang cutting down all opposing forces that came his way, desperately searching for the dark hanyou himself, as he much desired the feat of slicing him in two. “Inuyasha duck!” a feminine voice cried, the demon slayer let loose her massive youkai bone. “Hiraikotsu!” she yelled, the giant boomerang, slicing through the youkai like a hot knife through butter.

 

 

The Inu hanyou gave a curt nod of thanks as he went back to his task of cutting down large amounts of demons though something caught his eye as they widened in disbelief as he shouted a name in warning. “Kagome!” he screamed as he saw a large youkai rushing in from above and knew he wouldn't make it in time. *Shit! * He shouted in his mind, as he tried in vain to reach his friend. He watched in amazement as Kagome turned around just in time to run the demon through with a sword that was amplified with pure miko energy as the beast turned to dust before any harm could befall the girl.

 

 

Kagome turned to give her hanyou a smile before quickly resuming battle by Miroku's side. She was fairing off pretty well, as she kept shooting worried glances at the houshi. “Miroku, you hangin in there?” she asked as she quickly ducked to avoid a sweeping set of claws, as she tripped the serpent like creature oh his back and impaled him with her bloody blade. Miroku gave a grunt, as he pushed off a youkai who'd come in contact with one of his offuda.

 

 

“I'm…alright Kagome-Sama.” He breathed as he fought another vicious youkai in close combat. He kept looking at his cloth-covered hand as his face hardened while he took out the youkai without as much ease as he would have liked. *Why couldn't you wait? If you had I could be more useful. * He thought to himself grimly as they all battled against the minions Naraku sent their way. He turned to assess the situation of their members, Kagome was struggling as she had been hit, but could not make out the severity of her wounds. Inuyasha was limping across the battlefield; swinging madly as he tried to protect the gaping hole he had in his chest while struggling to remain conscious. He turned to the side when he saw something that made his blood run cold.

 

 

Sango was falling down off Kirara, and by the looks of it she was unconscious. Abandoning all logic he ran desperately as he reached out. “Sango!” he said as the name tore from his lips as be barely caught the injured girl. He looked as all the youkai swarmed them with a fatal blow. He held the girl close as he whispered the words he always wished her to hear. “I love you.” He told her quietly as he waited for the stroke of death, which was sure to come.

 

 

Oddly enough he found himself still breathing, as a chorus if dying howls invaded his ears as he looked around only to be met by a brown…pelt? “Next time pay better attention ya damn Monk.” The ookami youkai growled. Miroku nodded in thanks as he looked at Kouga with question as Sango had already come to and was now deeply involved in the fight. “Why do you aid us?” he asked quickly as an oni came charging by only to be blasted away by one of his offuda.

 

 

Kouga snorted as he killed three youkai with one sweep of his powerful legs. “I have my own score to settle here. Not to mention someone's gotta protect Kagome since dog shit can't do it.” he growled as he went to go check on `his woman' who he was proud to see was fairing her own quite nicely. That was one thing he always wanted for her…to never have to depend on the strength of anyone.

 

 

“Oh? It seems a stray dog has come to play.” The dark voice taunted as Kouga growled. “You will pay half breed for the troubles you have caused Kagome and her friends, especially me.” The ookami snarled. He took a look around and he knew. …For her. He would do all that the Inu baka couldn't and more or die trying. He let loose a howl as he raced past the other youkai to the dark hanyou himself.

 

 

Kagome looked around and her heart was breaking. Everyone was falling. She watched as Sango battled with Kohaku, the two siblings a deadly pair even though they were matched against each other. As sudden as it was Sango's demise was the cause of a sound. The taijiya heard Miroku's cry of pain and turned to search him out desperately so and saw that he had fallen. It was then she noticed the blade that was embedded in her middle. She smiled as she turned to look at her brother as he gazed at her with cold eyes. “…Onna. You are weak.” He told her as she cupped his face and pulled him close. “A-Ashitaru…ootouto. You will always be my little brother.” She told him as she slid to the ground.

 

 

 

The next sound that reached her ears was a sickening schlep as she saw Kouga fly off of Naraku's bloody tentacles and his body was aimed at her. Instinctively she reached out for her dear friend. As she caught him, she held his body close. “Kouga …Kouga no baka!” She cried as she tried to make him comfortable. “Why? You didn't have to do that. You should have waited until we fought more of them off. …I don't want to loose you.” Her voice broke as tears came in rivers from her eyes. She desperately tried to heal him as she pushed all her healing powers into his quickly cooling body. “Damnit Kouga… don't do this to me.” She begged as a smile slowly sprawled across his boyish face.

 

 

“ … Heh…K-Kagome.” He struggled as Kagome tried to shush him but he waved her off. “Know that I never … l-loved anyone… as much as I've loved you….” he whispered as her reached for he head and pulled it close. “…My Hime….” He spoke softly in her hear as he grabbed her face and gave her a passionate kiss. “…Take care of them Kagome. One…gai….” he asked her softly, as he released his last breath.

 

 

 

Kagome looked in disbelief at the body before her. She looked at his glassy ice blue eyes that no longer sparked with that mischief she loved to see. Eyes that held a special warmth that glowed within them as they focused only on her. She may not have returned his feelings, but he became so much to her so quickly. … He was her best friend. “Iie….” she whispered sadly as she ripped her eyes away in time to see Inuyasha fall. She watched the wind dance around her lovely hanyou as cold hands reached out to grab him and pull him close. Before she could reach out and yell no, flame erupted around them and they were gone. “Inuyasha!” she cried brokenly as sobs came in waves from her small frame. The bitch had won. She had taken her friend to hell.

 

 

Anger. Pure raw anger like she had never felt before whirled around her body like an inferno. Power seeped from her every pore as blue-white flames circled her body wildly as she stared at the one responsible for it all. *I promise you all… I'll make him pay. * She swore silently to her loved ones, as she stood shakily on her legs. “Naraku….” She growled as the vile being looked at her in amusement.

 

 

“Oh dear…. Looks like my play toys have broken. Guess the only one left to break is you, dear priestess.” He purred as he sent out multiple razor sharp tentacles at her in every direction. The miko turned and swerved in every direction as she skillfully dodged and sliced the appendages that came for her…but apparently not skilled enough. A cry escaped from Kagome's lips as she leaped back and gripped her left eye. Blood poured freely from the wound, as she glared at the despising demon in her sight. “You will be held responsible for your sins….” She spoke softly as flames roared from her small petite frame.

 

 

Kagome's eyes narrowed as she zeroed in on her prey. Quicker then the speed of light Naraku was caught by complete surprise as the miko from the future flashed behind him before he could even move. “This is your end…Naraku.” She whispered softly in his ear as his dying cries were the only sounds that could be heard in the clearing as Kagome painfully and slowly purified his lowly flesh as he disappeared from the earth forever.

 

 

She fell to her knees as she watched the last traces of the evil hanyou dissipate in the air. All that was left to show he was there was the remaining black orb that seemed to stare her in the eye, as if taunting her. “… Gone,” She whispered softly. “Why did everyone have to die for this?” she cried as tears flowed freely while grief consumed her.

 

 

So lost was she that she didn't even notice the small soft body slowly crawling their way into her lap as they clutched desperately at her small frame while crying with her. She looked down as she saw the small auburn haired figure in her lap and held him to her for dear life. “Oh Shippo….” She cried as they held each other and mourned the lost of their companions.

 

 

An hour passed as she held the kit against her while her gaze shifted on the jewel. It was then that light dawned on her and she realized what it was she needed to so. She felt it in her heart. “A pure wish….” She whispered as she sat Shippo down who looked at her curiously. “Kagome?” the young Kitsune questioned as she smiled at him, which Shippo could see clearly did not reach her eyes. “Everything is going be all right Shippo… I'm going to make everything right.” She spoke firmly as she grasped the shikon no tama, which rapidly turned back to its original lavender color and softly glowed as Kagome lifted the Kit out of her lap and closed her eyes.

 

 

Kagome's body glowed a soft blue, as she took the jewel in her hands and concentrated. “I Guardian of the shikon no tama, call for you to hear my voice.” She spoke, as the glow of the jewel rose incredibly bright. As the light dimmed, a figure stood before her. Kagome looked in amazement at who was before her eyes as she bowed deeply. “Midoriko - Dono.” She addressed as the past miko smiled kindly. “Hello Kagome-San” she spoke softly as she bowed in respect to the miko from the future. “Kagome… I know what it is you seek to ask. You heart as revealed it to me. Are you certain this is what you seek?” Midoriko asked.

 

 

Kagome's will faltered for a moment, before her resolve kicked in, reaffirming what she was thinking. “Yes Midoriko - Dono, I am sure. I would have it no other way.” She spoke firmly, as the spirit nodded and smiled. “You give a great sacrifice miko - sama. You shall be rewarded for your troubles.” The age old Miko stated as she glowed brightly along with the jewel while a light flashed and covered the entire surrounding area.

 

 

Kagome gasped as a blue orb hit her squarely in the chest as a feeling of completion hit her for the very first time in three years. Her soul was finally whole. Tears welled from her already swollen eyes as sat up and looked at the smiling miko above her. A heavy feeling skittered across her skin as her eyes closed and she could feel herself falling back again. “We will always be with you little one.” A soft voice called as she felt something else enter her body and her world was encased in black.

 

 

Kagome awoken with the sun kissing her skin, as the wind teased her locks, pulling her into the new day. The young girl yawned, stretching her arms high over her head. It was then the full memories of what happened hit her and she desperately searched. *Inuyasha, Miroku, Sango, Kouga… why did it have to be this way? * She thought as pain seared through her heart. “Kagome!” a voice cried. Startled the young miko turned around as she froze at what she saw.

 

 

“It…came true.” She whispered to herself as tears bleed from her eyes. Overcome with a need to touch them, Kagome yanked herself from the ground and ran toward them full speed as she collided heavily with them and cried as she held them tight. “Kagome-Sama?” a male asked, as she grabbed his gloved hand and held it close to her heart. ~There memories have been altered Kagome. They do not remember dying…only the defeat of Naraku. ~ A voice called in the back of her mind.

 

 

* Midoriko - Dono! * She thought to herself, pinning the voice. ~That would be correct Miko - Sama. ~ The spoke softly as Kagome could hear the smile in her voice. ~This will be my last time communicating with you. You know what you must to by the end of the day. You have until sunset. Also Kagome, you may have noticed before, but the jewel is now merged within your body. This means that you will forever be the jewels guardian and must keep it safe. This causes an increase in your powers and abilities as well; to make sure we are well protected. I also realize that this can be a bit lonely as your lifespan will be lengthened, so when you take a mate, or mates. They will have the same lifespan as you. Guard us well…Miko - Sama. ~ The elder priestess said as Kagome absorbed it.

 

 

“…Kagome -Sama?” called a voice for her again. She smiled as she looked at everyone around her, and enveloped them into a big hug. The taijiya looked fondly at her sister as she stroked her hair, while looking her over. “Kagome, it's all right,” She said kindly. “Also, is your eye alright? It appears the wound has healed… but it will leave a scar I'm afraid.” She said. Kagome grinned as she broke away. “I know Nee -San, and yes my eye is fine. I just had a dream that you all were taken from me, Miroku, Sango, Inuyasha, and Kouga.” She spoke softly as the two youkai stood proudly. “Feh, as if that wimpy demon could kill me.” Inuyasha grumbled as he tucked his hands into his haouri. “Hah, like your one to talk puppy. He would have made dog meat out of you if I hadn't bailed your ass out.” Kouga growled as he turned his back, but not before winking at his blue eyes miko. Kagome grinned as she stood. This was what she wanted…for all those involved with the battle to have a second chance at life. “Minna…let's go home.” She said softly as they all walked to the village.

 

 

“HENTAI!” was the feminine roar that escaped Sango's lips as hiraikotsu crashed down on Miroku's head. “S-Sango…Chan….” Came Miroku's pitiful cry as his figure twitched with pain. Kagome laughed as she shook her head. Some people never learn. The young priestess sat back as she took it all in. Sango scolding Miroku, Shippo trying to get Inuyasha's attention, and Inuyasha trying to look tough and batting Shippo away, while Kouga growled at the inu hanyou for harming a kit.

 

 

“Feh, what are you lookin at wench.” Inuyasha growled as he felt unease with Kagome being so quiet. “WHO THE HELL ARE YOU CALLIN A WENCH YA DAMN MUTT.” Kouga snarled, as Inuyasha inwardly he flinched as he didn't mean to be so course, and knew he would be sat. He panicked slightly as Kagome walked slowly towards him. Expecting to be hit he was surprised, as well as everyone else, when she suddenly threw her arms around him in a hug. “Some things never change. Inuyasha always stay the way you are.” She whispered in his ear as she kissed his cheek. She walked away and cuddled Shippo in her arms as she gave him a piece of candy, leaving one utterly confused hanyou.

 

“Ano…minna. I have something to tell you.” Kagome announced as she looked out the window and saw that it was getting dark. “I'm going to go back home. Once I do however, I'm not sure the well will work again. In case it doesn't… I want you all to know that I love you, and I am very thankful to kami- sama himself that I met all of you.” She spoke as a watery grin shown itself on her face. She smiled as they all protested, but she shook her head. “I have to. I have my kaa-san, ji-chan and my ootouto… there all waiting for me.” She told them as they stopped pushing the matter further.

 

 

Miroku walked up and held the girl as he looked as his clothed hand. No longer did he hold the Kazana. His life and the life of his future children would now be free of all the plagues of Naraku once and for all… all thanks to the young futuristic miko he held in his arms. “Arigato Kagome. If you hadn't come into our lives…most of us might not be here.” He told her appreciatively as he kissed her cheek. Sango nodded in agreement as she came up and held the girl too. “He's right Kagome. You've done so much for us. If I hadn't met you, I would have never had another chance to save my brother and bring him peace. Also… I would have died.” She told her imouto as she hugged her tightly around the neck. “Arigato…Kagome- nee- chan” she whispered as she fought the tears in her eyes.

 

 

 

Kagome smiled as she saw Inuyasha look at her. Nothing was said but his eyes spoke volumes, those amber orbs burned into her own, and sent a shiver down her spine. She smiled as she winked at her beloved hanyou. Her heart saddened a bit. As the one she loved would never return her affections. His heart belonged to her original. Breaking away she was about to turn away when she saw an orange puff sulking in the corner. With a knowing smile she sat behind him as she gently touched his shoulder. “Shippo chan?” she called, as he still sat looking at the corner. “Shippo chan…wont you say goodbye to me?” she asked as he shook his head.

 

 

The young girl smiled softly as she scooped the kit into her arms and held him tightly as he cried. “Why? Why do you have to go? Can't you take me with you?” he pleaded as he stared desperately into her eyes and it broke her heart. She looked at the suns position and knew her time was running short. “Shippo, listen to me. You know as much as I do that if I could I would take you with me as well as all of you. Time will not allow this, as we are both from different times. There is a future for you that must take place as there is for me as well. If the fates allow it you will live to be strong and find me within my own time. You must be strong my dear one. Know that even thought I may not be with you, my love for you will never change.” She told him as she held the kit tightly. He sniffled as he nodded and rubbed his eyes. “I'm not crying!” He pouted. “There's dirt in my eyes.” He spoke loudly as she smiled and nodded. “Of course.” She agreed as watched him look daringly at Inuyasha.

 

 

She reached into her bag and took out the remaining snacks that he loved so much and placed them in his lap. “These are for you.” She said happily as he looked in amazement at the pile on his lap. He jumped up and hugged Kagome tightly around the neck as he kissed her cheek. “Take care Kagome, and thank you.” He told her as he snatched his goods and ran. The miko laughed as she gathered the rest of her things and stood.

 

 

As she walked to the doorway a hand pulled her to the side as she suddenly found herself in an embrace. “K-Kouga?” she asked as the okkami prince held her close. “Kagome… words can't come close to describing what it is you mean to me… I know you don't feel the same but the person I want by my side is you and only you… I wish it was me then at time that you set free from that arrow… then I could have met you first.” He whispered sadly as a lone tear leaked from his icy blue eyes. “Maybe then I would have been able to capture your heart.” He told her as he kissed her forehead “No matter what, one day my soul will find you.” He told her as he gave her one last hug before turning away and heading north…back to his home.

 

 

She turned to her friends and smiled. “Will you all walk with me?” she asked as she tried to control her emotions knowing what would happen if she didn't leave soon. “Feh, you act like this is the last time we'll see you. Baka onna.” He grumbled as he stood up and walked out of the hut. “Well what the hell are the rest of you waiting on? Move your asses and let's go!” Kagome smiled as she held back her tears as she embraced her first real group of friends who followed her to the well once last time.

 

 

Kagome sighed as she looked at the rain falling from her windowpane. It had been over two months and she was finally home trying to get use to life as a normal eighteen-year-old teenager. It seemed however…as time passed she couldn't. Kagome would never be a normal teenager again. The past of the feudal era was too far embedded in her system. A lone tear escaped her eyes as she thought of the friends she left in the past. Without thinking her hand reached out and touched the scar on her left eye…the only reminder she had of her past life and her friends. How she longed to see them again, but knew that such a thought was completely hopeless.

 

 

She knew…when she made that wish she knew exactly what she had given up. She had given up the right to see the people she loved, so that they could have a second chance at life since it was unfairly shortened…but there was a catch. Kagome had to leave for good by sunset, or their memories would return and their lives would be taken from them again. So to keep that from happening she left.

 

 

Now here she lay watching as the dark raindrops crashed upon her window matching the mood inside her heart. The sky stormed as lighting flashed against the darkened sky. The miko sighed again as she pulled herself away and looked around her room. She simply couldn't imagine it…how she survived the way she was all those years ago? Was she really that girly? She tried to think of her life before the well but it just came to her in blurs. Flashes of her in a life where her only thoughts were of annoying teaches, cute boys, and the latest clothing sales and gossip that came from her `friends'.

 

 

`Friends'…as of now it seems that instead of wanting to spend time with her, now apparently had more important things to do, then try to get to know her considering they now pegged her as weird. In reality it was merely a life that was nothing more but a lie, and instantly images and memories flooded through her brain as she though of her life through the well, instantly her heart longed for the presence of her friends…her true friends. Sill… it amazed her to this day how young and naive she was… especially how foolish as well. How thankful she was to the life she lived in the Sengoku Jidai, which turned her into a real person, who gained strong values and a sense of self.

 

 

Looking around the four pink corners of her room she realized she was in serious need of redecoration. *Hmm…. I wonder how this room would look if I pained it green…. * She thought to herself as she felt the pull of her body. Unable to deny the grumble she felt she patted down the stairs to the kitchen to see if there was something edible to appease her appetite for the moment so she could later ponder on the aspect of the redecoration of her room.

 

 

“Hello, Kagome.” Her mother smiled as her daughter walked through the doorway. She had no choice but to return her mothers smile, which was quite infectious. “Konbawa, Okaa - san.” She grinned, as she pulled her self a seat on their island counter, while watching her mother make the preparations of what looked like tuna salad. *Ohh…. I hope she makes it soon… I'm hungry. * Kagome thought with annoyance as her body made it known once again that it required nourishment.

 

 

Her mother smiled as she diligently sliced up the pickles. She could hardily express the joy she held in finally having her daughter home…. The only thing she still hoped for was that her daughter would finally be safe from harm… but even she knew that the fates have everything happening for a reason. … The only thing she could do for her daughter was try to help and ensure the best for her future.

 

 

“Kagome? I need to talk to you about something.” She said as she continued to cut up small slices of pickle. She cocked her head at her mother as she wondered what was going on. “OK Okaa-san. What's up?” she asked as she eyed the pickle her mother was cutting longingly. Mrs. Higarashi smiled as she passed on a few pieces to her daughter, which she took hungrily. “Well Kagome, I know you may be surprised to hear this but … thanks to your mother here, you've actually been accepted to a high school.” She said with pride, as her daughter's eyes shone wide with shock. She knew her mother was trying to find a place for her after her old school rejected her re-enrollment…but she never thought it possible so she just figured she'd have to get a full time job.

 

 

“H-How?” she stuttered in disbelief. “My grades were horrible! I barely passed any of my classes considering how much school I missed.” She stated as she still tried to grasp the reality of it all. She could still go to school. “Well….” Her mother began as she pulled out a bowl from the cupboard. “I wrote a letter to one of the high school's explaining your situation, and the founder of the school apparently was so moved that he accepted you, and agreed to pay for your tuition as long as you can prove that you're up to par with the other students, and you at least keep an A B average.” She said putting the pickles and tuna in the bowl.

 

 

* I… I can go back to school. * The miko thought to herself. For the first time in over a month Kagome truly gave a smile. She had wanted to go back to school but thought it was impossible considering her grades, not to mention she needed a distraction. She needed something to keep her mind off of what she had given up to ensure her friends happiness. “Kaa-san…wow this is…I can't believe…wait do they have a uniform?” she asked as a million questions roamed her mind.

 

She smiled knowingly at her daughter. “Yes Kagome. They have uniforms. You're lucky he sent them, because we wouldn't have been able to afford it.” She told her as she went to go grab a bag that had the school emblem on it. “But it appears that he did not know your gender so he sent both.” She said as she set the two uniforms out before Kagome. “Congratulations Kagome. You are now a student at the prestigious Ouran High School Academy.” Her mother said brightly as Kagome took in the uniforms.

 

 

She blinked. The world had died and gone to hell and she was hallucinating, as there was no way that was a uniform. She blinked again. Yup, the ugly yellow poof ball was still there. “You've gotta be fuckin kiddin me….” She muttered to herself as she stared at the abomination, unable to look away. She blinked a third time, trying to process the monstrosity before her. Her eyes looked in morbid wonder at the yellow ball type style dress before her with its puffy sleeves and semi wide bottom. *No…. * she told herself mentally. *No way in hell am I ever wearing that thing. * She swore as she turned her eyes to the male uniform.

 

 

She eyed the blue jacket with approval as she looked at the school crest on the left breast pocket of the jacket, with the black slacks that went with it. Overall it wasn't that bad. *This could actually be useful…. * she thought to herself. One of the things that comforted Kagome was the discovery of youkai still alive in her time. Somewhere alone the lines they must have merged and were now living peacefully with humanity. Their traces were faint… but because her power had grown she was able to feel them.

 

 

She realized however that this would be a good idea as, that while the jewel was now here in present day, as well as the youkai that were still here. …The taking on the persona of a male student would be beneficial, as most would be looking for a young girl or miko. Seeing as the legends said it could only be guarded and taken care of by them, so most youkai would be seeking an onna.

 

 

“I think I'll take the male uniform.” She told her mother as she grabbed the hanger and rushed to her room. She needed to adjust her look for the school year…after all she needed to be presented as male as possible… as possible for a girl anyway. “Hmm… seem this scar will come in handy after all… she thought to herself, as she smiled. This was going to be interesting.

 

 

OK and that was chapter one ^_^ I hope you all like it? lol I've never really done anything like this before so, I'm not exactly sure how this will go, but wish me luck, and hopefully everything will go awesomeness!! As for pairings, right now they're pretty open, so tell me who you want to see with who and I'll see if I can make it happen. Thank you for taking the time to read my story ^^. Ja ne!!