InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Leave it in the past ❯ Diplomas and College life ( Chapter 8 )

He people!! How ya doin? Hope you liked that last chapter cause I worked hard on it! Hope you like this next one!!!

 

Chapter Eight: Diplomas and College life

 

“Miss Kagome Higurashi,” Mrs. Bartley said into her microphone, motioning for her to come up on stage and get her diploma. Kagome plastured a huge smile on her face and hurried to get it, enthusiastic about being able to hold the thing in her hands and know that she'd actually achieved her goal.

 

She hurried up onto stage and was handed her diploma, posing for her mother to take a picture. She looked over at Rin and Souta who were both looking extremely bored. She smiled at them joyously. She smiled at the freshman cheering immaturely and took her seat by her mother's side. She watched as a procession of seniors went up on stage to get their diplomas and give a victorious pump of their arms in the air.

 

When all had gotten their diplomas, the seniors stood up and threw caps in the air and cheered. Kagome smiled hugely as she hurried over to Sango. Her friend laughed at the way her friend looked, her eyes bright, her hair messed from ripping her hat off to throw it.

 

“Well, you did it,” Sango said.

 

“I…think you're right,” Kagome said with a weird look on her face.

 

Sango laughed at her friend, pulling her into a tight hug. “high school is going to SUCK without you,” she said into her friends ear.

 

“I'll miss you too, since I'm going to be in Tokyo,” Kagome said.

 

“Tokyo?!” Sango asked incredulously.

 

“Yeah. I just want to get away from here,” Kagome said sheepishly.

 

Sango smiled. “When I graduate, I am so coming up there to stay with you,” Sango said.

 

“I may be too much of a big shot to remember you,” Kagome said jokingly.

 

“I'll beat some sense into you,” Sango said.

 

They laughed loudly until Sango suddenly went silent.

 

“Ladies,” Miroku said from behind them.

 

“Hi Miroku,” Kagome said, turning toward her friend.

 

“Congratulations Kagome,” Miroku said, grabbing Kagome up into a big hug.

 

“Thanks Miroku, but I can't breathe,” Kagome said.

 

He laughed and released her. “Sango, How are you,” Miroku said, becoming very serious.

 

“I'm fine,” Sango said back, looking at the floor.

 

“Good,” he said, “you look beautiful by the way.”

 

Sango blushed and looked away.

 

“Well, I'm going to go,” Kagome said, walking in a random direction, bumping into someone in her haste.

 

She fell on the ground, her legs sprawled out. “Shit. What is up with me running into people?” she asked no one in particular.

 

“You don't watch where you're going,” an amused voice said, a voice she would've known anywhere.

 

She looked up into smiling amber eyes. “What ever, you jerk,” Kagome said.

 

He extended his hand toward her and she grudgingly took it.

 

“I would say that I'm sorry, but that would be a lie,” Kagome said, dusting off her backside.

 

“What ever…” he said, smirking.

 

Kagome started to walk away, but Inuyasha grabbed her arm to stop her.

 

“What?” she asked, sounding concerned by the look that was on his face.

 

“Can we talk?” he asked.

 

“About?” Kagome asked.

 

“The prom,” he said.

 

“I don't think so,” Kagome said.

 

“When are we going to talk about it?” he asked, starting to get angry.

 

“Never,” she said.

 

He started to protest, but she cut him off. “I'm leaving for college in two days. I don't need this drama, o.k.?” she said.

 

She started to walk away, but he pulled her out the door and behind the building where no one would see or hear them.

 

“What are you doing?” she asked him incredulously.

 

“WE are talking,” he said.

 

“Listen, Inuyasha…” Kagome started to say.

 

Inuyasha's lips came down on hers, shutting her up as she froze. He pulled her to him, his hands coming up to her neck, deepening the kiss. Kagome stood as still as stone. Inuyasha forced his tongue between her lips, exploring her mouth. Kagome lifting her hands like she was going to slap him or push him away, but her hands came around his shoulders, supporting her as she finally responded to his kiss. Her mouth opened wider for his tongue and she sighed into his mouth. After both of them needed air, they pulled away.

 

“Inuyasha, you have a girlfriend,” Kagome said.

 

“I know, but you'll be leaving,” Inuaysha said, “and last night was the best kiss I've ever had.”

 

Kagome looked up into those eyes and for once, she was going to miss him so much when she left for college. Her eyes filled with tears as the thought brought pain.

 

“Kagome… What is it?” Inuyasha asked as he saw the tears well up in her eyes.

 

“I told you. I don't need this drama. You're making this harder than it was ever going to be,” Kagome said in a whisper, turning and running into the building.

 

Kagome wiped the tears from her eyes as she pushed through the crowd to where her family sat. “Mom, can we go?” Kagome asked.

 

“Sure honey. Is something wrong?” her mom asked in concern.

 

“No I'm fine. I'm just tired,” Kagome said.

 

“Alright sweetheart, we'll go,” her mother said, smiling at her daughter, “Kids, lets get going,”

 

Kagome said bye to her two best friends and joined her mother and her family out to their car, getting in the passenger side.

 

They pulled out passing by a flashy car with two white haired gods standing beside it. One looked up quickly and Kagome quickly looked away, trying to erase their kiss from her memory, to move on so that she could leave Kyoto in peace.

 

She knew that she would always feel the loss of Inuyasha, even though they'd never been in a real relationship. He had been more of a boyfriend to her than anyone ever had, which wasn't much.

 

She went up to her room and sat on her bed, which had Rin's sheets and blankets on it, looking around at the room that was only temporarily hers. There were boxes and bags full of her stuff, suitcases barely able to be zipped. Her posters, pictures and books had been packed up and Rin's stuff had taken it's place. It felt so lonely in here now, so empty without all her stuff.

 

She heard the door open and Rin walked in, the embodiment of silent beauty. Rin, in the past few months, had grown. She was much taller now, her hair longer, her skin a light brown from the sun. She was quickly becoming one of the most beautiful girls she'd ever seen in her life, and they had struck a friendship, almost a sisterhood, in the short time that the girl had been there.

 

“Hey hon. What's up?” Kagome asked, smiling warmly at the girl.

 

“Kagome, do you really have to go? I mean, are you really leaving?” Rin asked, fidgeting uncomfortably.

 

“Yes sweetheart. I do,” Kagome said, motioning for her friend to come to her, “I know how this must make you feel, but I've been thinking; How would you like, in a few years, to come live with me?”

 

“What do you mean `a few years'?” Rin asked.

 

“Well, even though I've been studying, it would take me about seven years to get my law degree and pass the bar exam. Then, I'll be able to get a job and an apartment. Would you like to come live with me?” Kagome said.

 

“Really? You mean it?” Rin asked excitedly.

 

“Of course I do,” Kagome said, giggling.

 

“I would love to!” Rin said excitedly.

 

Kagome laughed at her cousin's enthusiasm.

 

`I'll definitely miss her,' Kagome thought.

 

<<<<<

 

As Kagome got more and more settled into college life, she quickly made friends, getting to know guys as she tried to frame a romantic life with one. She started dating soon after she'd moved into the dorm room, one guy in particular seeing her three times a week. It had started out friendly, but was quickly turning into something more.

 

She would go out to coffee one day with him, then lunch or dinner the next day. Slowly, as Inuyasha began to fade from her mind, he was replaced by Kevin. Kevin was an American born boy who transferred to a Japanese law school.

 

Kevin came from a poor family in America, not having the essentials he needed. H ewas really funny in the natural way, saying stuff that he hadn't meant to be funny and didn't go out of his way to make her laugh it just happened. He was very gentlemanlike, pulling out a seat or opening a door for her and taking her needs into account when they went somewhere or did something. As they got closer, he would hold her in his arms long into the night. He didn't ask for sex, only waited for her to give herself to him if she chose, being content with just being with her. They never kissed much because he felt that it was…unsanitary. She didn't see how though. There two things she didn't like about him: he drank excessively every night to the point where he would stagger into her dorm room and when he was drunk, he became angry and aggressive.

 

They became closer and closer as the weeks went on, coming to care a lot for each other.

 

<<<<<

 

Sango checked the mail yet again, searching for a letter form Kagome. Her friend sent her a letter ever week. The letters were usually about five pages long, giving every detail about her week. She told her about her new love interest, Kevin.

 

Sango eagerly plucked the newest letter from her mail box, ripping it open eagerly.

 

Dear Sango,

 

College is coming along great and I'm taking advanced classes. I guess my studying paid off. I've met a few friends here but none of them fill the void that you left. As you can see, I'm missing my best friend. Tell Miroku I said “Hi,” back and don't tell Inuyasha anything even though you said he's been asking about me. It's easier for me if I just forget about him.

Kevin and I have become really close. I want to ask you what I should do. I love him. I know it's too soon, but I know how I feel. Should I tell him so soon?

 

She went on to talk about Kevin, praising him to high heaven for about three pages.

 

I miss you so much and will be coming down there for the holidays really soon. I love you sister and can't wait to see you.

Your friend,

Kagome

 

 

Sango didn't know what to say to her dear friend. She'd been gone almost five months, and life in Kyoto continued as if she'd never been there. It made her sad to know that the only ones grieving Kagome absence was herself and Kagome's family. She sat down on her bed and began writing.

 

My dear friend,

I don't know how to solve your problem because I don't know Kevin. I only know what you told me. So this is the only advice I can give: Go with your heart and gut instincts. Do what you think is right for you and tell everyone else to go to hell. I'm sorry that this is all I can give you at the moment, but I hope you will trust yourself like I trust you. This is all I can say as an outside observer, but I hope you follow my advice. I love you sis and can't wait to see you.

 

Your best friend,

Sango

 

 

Sango stuck the letter into an envelope and addressed it, putting a stamp on it and licking it to seal it. She set into her desk and pulled out her books, studying for the her next algebra test.

 

The landline phone on her desk started ringing that stupid generic bell and she quickly picked it up as it grated on her nerves.

 

“Hello?” Sango asked into the receiver

 

“Hello,” a masculine, teasing voice said into her ear, causing a shiver to run up her spine.

 

“Hello. Who is this?” she asked, even though she knew exactly who it was.

 

He laughed, the delicious sound making her skin turn hot then cold quickly. “I think you know who this is,” he said.

 

“Cut the crap, Miroku. What do you want?” Sango said like she had better stuff to do.

 

“C'mon. Don't treat me this way,” he said sounding hurt and offended.

 

Sango snorted.

 

“Do you have any plans tomorrow night?” Miroku asked.

 

“Actually yes,” she said.

 

“What're you doing?” he asked suspiciously.

 

“I have a date with an algebra book that I'm completely dreading,” Sango said jokingly.

 

“You want me to get rid of him for you?” Miroku asked with fake sincerity.

 

“No thanks. I can't get out of it,” Sango said.

 

“Just ditch it and go on a date with me. You have all weekend to study,” Miroku said.

 

“I'm sorry, but I am way behind. If I don't study while I have the chance then I'll totally bomb that test,” Sango said, feeling sorry that she couldn't go on a date with him.

 

“Then I'll come to you,” Miroku said.

 

“Not this time,” Sango said softly.

 

Miroku made a displeased sound. “We haven't been on a date in two weeks. I can't wait that long to see you,” he said impatiently.

 

“I'm sorry but with midterm finals going on, I can't risk losing study time and you being here would not be study…not even close,” Sango said.

 

“This is killing me,” Miroku said.

 

“I know. I hate it just as much as you do, but if I'm going to pass high school, then I have to study,” Sango said, “I see you at school enough to keep from going insane.”

 

“That may help you but the school has certain rules against PDA that make it to where I can't touch you,” Miroku said sullenly.

 

“Chill the boner Miroku. You'll see me soon enough,” Sango said.

 

“Fine,” he said like a scorned child.

 

“Alright. Remember to use lube. You don't want to hurt yourself,” she said teasingly.

 

He started to protest. “Bye Miroku,” Sango said quickly, not waiting for a reply as she ended the call, silencing his ranting.

 

Sango looked at the phone with a fond smile on her face. “stupid lecher,” she said under breath, knowing that she loved him for all that he was, but not willing to give up her dignity to do so. So she loved him without his knowledge.

 

They weren't even truly dating, just casually meeting, Miroku having other girls on the side that he dated. It made her completely mad but she tried not show it; after all, it had been her idea. She'd thought that if she didn't commit to him too much, she would be forced to admit that she loved him.

 

She kept on studying, wishing that she was somewhere else.

 

<<<<<

 

Inuyasha got up, calling Kikyou on his cell phone. It rang three times but she didn't answer. He called one more time and she still didn't answer. He always went to her house on Saturdays. He got up and got dressed, hurrying over to her house. He started up the stairs to her room and stopped at her door from what he heard coming from inside.

 

His anger escalated quickly as the sound increased. He threw open the door and there was Kikyou on top of the quarter back, moaning.

 

“HOLY SHIT, KIKYOU! WHAT THE FUCK ARE YOU DOING?” Inuyasha yelled in outrage as his heart broke.

 

His soon to be ex-girlfriend jumped at the sound of his voice turning quickly to look at the owner of the voice, her eyes almost popping out of her skull when she saw who it was.

 

“Inuyasha…” she whispered, not looking like she was sorry for what she was doing, but that she'd gotten caught.

 

“You,” Inuaysha said in repressed fury, pointing at the guy underneath the girl who broke his heart, “Get dressed and come outside so I can kick your ass.”

 

Inuyasha went outside, trying not to break down completely as his heart hardened into stone.

 

The guy came out and Inuyasha readied himself.

 

“You really think you can kick my ass?” the human asked smugly.

 

“If you think you can kick mine then come on. I'd love to see you try,” Inuyasha retorted.

 

The guy smirked, running at him like he was going to tackle him. Inuyasha laughed, stepping to the side and clothes lined him, making him fall to the ground. He was having trouble breathing, probably because his esophagus was bruised. He looked down coldly on the male who'd defiled his territory.

 

“Stay down and I won't kill you,” Inuyasha said angrily.

 

He turned toward Kikyou. She looked kind of pale, her eyes big.

 

“Inuyasha,” she started to say.

 

He ignored her as he started toward his car.

 

“Inuyasha please don't be angry. Give me one more chance. You know I love you,” she said.

 

“I did love you. But now I'm not so sure if I can love you anymore. And I'm not going to give you another chance because you don't deserve it. I found out today what I'd been suspicious of. It's over, unless you can't already tell,” he said angrily, turning and getting into his car.

 

“Inuyasha, please?” she said, pleading with him.

 

He ignored her, his car roaring to life like a wild, angry beast, mirroring how he felt.

 

 

 

 

 

So here is chapter eight. I had fun writing it and it was a lot longer than the regular ones, but I got really into it.

 

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