InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Love, Lies and Racing ❯ Shippo ( Chapter 3 )

[ X - Adult: No readers under 18. Contains Graphic Adult Themes/Extreme violence. ]
Kagome stared at the wooden door before her. It had the number’s 69 etched into the door. Kagome almost smiled at the irony. The room was her old car number a number she couldn’t stand now. Once upon a time she had loved it because of its looks resembling the ying yang symbol. Closing her eyes Kagome gripped the card key feeling the plastic cut into her hand. Taking a deep breath Kagome opened her eyes again staring at the number. Suddenly she was back on the track.
: FLASHBACK :
I stared at the driver before me. Damn! Everywhere I moved he would block me. Taking a breath I began my mental concentration. Singing in a language I didn’t know I began to weave around him as I saw the upcoming turn. Jerking the gear shift I slammed my foot down feeling my car lurch. Slowly I drifted close to the wall and suddenly twisted the wheel jerking in front of the car. Speeding up I crossed the finish line as the chequered flag went down. I smirked as I pulled my car to the pit.
That was amazing sister!” shouted Sota as he grinned at me as I yanked off my helmet and held my hands up into the air laughing as the crowd erupted into cheers.
This is me… I will be here forever… my life.
Hey baby.” said a voice.
I spun around and grinned as I focused on my black haired boyfriend. Koga Ookami was a street racer and race car driver. We had been going out for a little more then a year and with his blue eyes and Wolf Demon looks he was handsome. Running over I threw myself in his arms and kissed him headless of the hair whipping around her face as she smiled at him.
We need to talk.” said Koga.
What about?” asked Kagome.
: END FLASHBACK :
That had been the day that Koga dumped me for a red haired Wolf Demon by the name of Ayame one of my best friends. That was the reason why I had drunk that night. Closing my eyes one last time I pushed the card key through the slot and heard the click as the door opened. Picking up my bag, Kagome took one last breath and opened her eyes. Stepping in the room she did a three hundred and sixty turn.
The room was the entire floor of the hotel. A mini-bar stood on one side near a large, plasma TV and a sound system. On the other side was a large king-sized bed and a game area. The Kitchen was full size and stood off to one side. Kagome smirked. Tossing her bag on the couch in front of the TV she jumped on the bed giggling.
Stopping after her one hundredth jump Kagome turned toward the side table as she landed. A picture of Kagome, Rin and Sesshomaru standing in front of my car stood out in a silver frame against the dark cheery wood.
: FLASHBACK :
I laughed as Rin jumped all over the car.
Can I drive! Can I drive?” cried Rin as she jumped.
I shook my head as I smiled at Sesshomaru. He stood sonic but I could see the gleam in his eyes telling me he was proud and happy. Still… my heart went out to him. I knew full well that Kagura his own wife was cheating on him with my fellow racer Naraku.
Kagome… can I take a picture of you?” asked Kagome’s pit crew chief Chris.
I nodded as I yelled. “Rin! Sesshomaru! Can you get this picture taken with me?”
Yes!” shouted Rin happily as she raced over.
I hoisted Rin onto my back while Sesshomaru stood beside me his hand around my waist. I smirked at him as I grinned. Chris snapped the picture and smirked.
My what a impressive family you have. You all look so good together.” said a voice.
I watched as Sesshomaru’s jaw tensed as he glared at the passerby who had spoken.
Kagome is my aunt! She’s nice! Daddy? Can Kagome be my Mommy?” asked Rin.
I blinked in shock before blushing. “Umm… no Rin.”
Glancing up I caught Sesshomaru’s amber eyes and shivered. Something in them made me want to… I wasn’t sure… what was that emotion in his eyes?
: END FLASHBACK :
Opening her eyes Kagome grinned. She had loved that day… unfortunately it was also the day that had ruined Sesshomaru’s life. You see when that picture had been taken Kagura had seen Sesshomaru hold Kagome by the waist. Thinking that Kagome had been sleeping with her husband Kagura had demanded a divorce. Later Kagome testified that Kagura had been sleeping with multiple other men.
Placing the picture frame down Kagome noticed a set of car keys connected to a ying yang symbol and a note. Picking up the car keys Kagome studied them for a moment before opening the drawer in the table and dropping the inside. Slamming the drawer shut Kagome stared at the letter before opening it. The almost feminine scrawl of Sesshomaru greeted her.
Dear Kagome,
During you time in New York City I have given you your own personal car for your use. Do NOT allow this car to be impounded. Also do not forget why you are there. Your target, InuYasha races at 8:00 pm at the Race House Café. I trust you have found the room to your satisfaction and if you are in need of anything phone my office. I await your report on InuYasha’s and your movements. Rin says “hello” and wishes that you are well.
Sincerely,
Sesshomaru Taisho
“Why that arrogant… ignorant… son of a-” started Kagome before cutting herself off.
He knew of her vow to never drive again so what would she do with a set of CAR keys? She wondered what kind of car he bought… NO! She would not think of that! That Kagome who had loved speed and the thrill of living on the edge was dead!
Jumping off the bed Kagome walked toward the door. Soon she found herself walking the streets, the air stunk of the toxins in it. One downside of being away from the city for so long. You got used to the FRESH air. Taking a deep breath Kagome almost choked. How she wished that she was home in the mountains with no one but her own thoughts. A scream cut threw the air causing Kagome to freeze.
“Get back here you damn brat!” shouted a angry voice.
Kagome spun around just in time to have a small, red blur launch itself in her arms. Glancing down Kagome noticed that the blur in her arms was a small Kitsune ( young, Fox Demon ). The Kitsune shivered as it burrowed itself into Kagome’s arms.
“You have to help me!” shouted the Kitsune.
Kagome blinked slowly as she looked up at the tall, okami youkai ( Wolf Demon ), with black hair and brown eyes. He wore jeans with a black tail swishing from behind and no top.
“Give me that brat lady or else!” shouted the Demon.
“No.” said Kagome in a icy tone that she had developed well from dealing with Naraku.
The Demon raised a eyebrow then before stepping forward his claws ready. Kagome felt her own power pulse. One good thing when she was a race car diver was that they had discovered her miko powers at a early age and trained her. Now she had the strength of her annual workouts and the power of a miko. A powerful miko…
“You’re a miko!” shouted the Demon shocked.
Kagome nodded as the Demon turned on his heel and snapped. “You aren’t worth my time! Just remember Shippo… one of these days you will have no one to save you.”
With that the Demon stormed off and Kagome glanced down at the Kitsune in her arms. The Kitsune had red hair, a brown fluffy tail and green eyes that glittered with mischief.
“Hello.” said Kagome softly.
“Are you going to kill me?” whispered the Kitsune worried.
Kagome let out and laugh and shook her head. “No!”
The Kistune stared at her tears rolling from his eyes as he smiled and said. “Thank you… thank you!… Oh my god! Your Kagome H-h-higurashi!”
Kagome smiled weakly as she nodded. The Kitsune hugged her tightly as he let out a giggle.
“You’re my all time favourite race car driver! I want to grow up and be just like you! Why did you let your brother dive that day?” asked the Kistune.
Kagome frowned as she battled her own tears as she whispered. “My brother went in my place because I wasn’t… healthy. Can you not tell anyone who I am?”
The Kistune pushed out his chest proudly as he nodded. “You can trust me!”
“What’s your name?” asked Kagome as she laughed at the young Demon’s pose.
The Kitsune frowned for a moment before saying. “He will be mad that I told you… but… my name’s Shippo!”
Kagome smiled. “Well Shippo… you may call me Angel.”
“Like Speed Angel?” asked Shippo happily.
Kagome nodded. “Yes… like Speed Angel. So how about we get you home okay?”
Shippo nodded as he led Kagome away holding her by the hair.
“K-Angel… do you still race?” asked Shippo after about ten minutes.
Kagome shook her head. “No I don’t race anymore…”
“Do you love racing? He says that racing makes you feel-” stared Shippo.
“Free… you feel like you can do anything. It is a passion… you have to love it, then if you do it stays with you for your life. You can’t get enough… the speed, agility, the power… its addictive.” finished Kagome.
Shippo nodded soberly as he asked. “You really love racing don’t you?”
Kagome nodded as she was led by Shippo as he wove through the crowds.