InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ The Impossible Mission ❯ Let's Hang Out ( Chapter 9 )

Let's Hang Out

Lunchtime…

Inu-yasha and Miroku still decided sat at another lunch table away from Kagome and Sango. Kagome was talking with Houjo about the Good Charlotte concert. “I haven't even told my mom yet, I was caught up with something yesterday.” Kagome explained. “Oh it's alright, I'm just glad you're interested in coming with me. “He blushed. “Of course.” Kagome giggled. Inu-yasha was frowning taking bites of his sandwich trying all in vain to ignore them. “Hm.” Miroku's eyes noticed and smiled. “A sign of jealousy I presume?” “Jealous! Of what?” He coughed. “You know, how close Kagome is with Houjo instead of you.” Miroku nudged. “That shit again, I don't give a damn about those two; my job is to only protect Kagome from some stocker not to be in some love rival conspiracy, idiot. Now stop repeating the same nonsense.” Inu-yasha snorted.

“So you don't feel anything now?” Miroku wondered pointing at the two. Inu-yasha followed his finger to see Kagome being in Houjo's tight embrace. He frowned and got up. “I knew it.” Miroku chuckled silently.  Inu-yasha was walking toward them not knowing they were only giving each other a friendly hug.  “Thank you Houjo, you've done so much for me; I even get to see Joel Madden face to face; you're such a good friend.” Kagome smiled breaking the hug. “Well actually Kagome I was thinking of…” Houjo was about to finish his reply when someone stood between them. Houjo looked up. “H-hello?” “Inu-yasha.” Kagome noted. “You, who are you?” Inu-yasha grimaced. “Uh, H-Houjo.” He answered shakily. Inu-yasha took a good look at Houjo. To him he simply looked like a mere, weak boy, but he didn't like how close he was to Kagome.

“Inu-yasha, what's your problem?!” Kagome demanded, pushing him aside. “Well wasn't he just harassing you?” Kagome stood aback. “No, for your information he's my friend. Just because a girl like me is a friend with guys who hugs me doesn't mean he's harassing me.” Kagome yelled. “Yeah, then what about Kouga huh he's a guy who just loves to hug you.” Inu-yasha sneered. Kagome turned red and shouted. “That's none of your business!! Who are you my bodyguard?!”

Inu-yasha's ears twitched under the cap from both her yelling and comments. “None of my- listen I'm not just doing this cause I want to you know.” He shouted back. Kagome blinked. “What?” Inu-yasha realised what he just yelled. “Whatever just forget it.” He snorted and stalked back to his table.  Kagome watched him and frowned again, sitting back down. “Gees, he's so protective; we don't even know each other that well.” Kagome sighed. Houjo smiled. “You should feel lucky having a friend like that; he might prove to be of help one day.” He noted patting her shoulder. “I guess.” Kagome nodded.  Sango watched the two boys at the other table. “The way Inu-yasha came over here, seemed more like out jealousy than protection.”

“Who is this Inu-yasha fellow; Kagome seems to get closer to him by the day.” Eri wondered. “He's a new student and so is his friend Miroku.” Yuka answered. “I heard they're all in the same classes, so it's only natural she'll know them by now.” Ayumi spoke. “Inu-yasha totally looks like a bad ass.” Yuka noted. “I know he was nearly going to kill Houjo for hugging Kagome-chan.” Eri agreed. “I certainly find him amazing; he's different from all the other men in this school.” Ayumi sighed. “Yeah, a little too different,” Yuka added. “We can't allow them to get any closer, who knows what he'll do.” Eri declared. “I don't care what you both say; he's dreamy it would be impossible for Kagome not to fall for a guy like him.” Ayumi stated. “Ayumi-chan…” They both named. “You guys, is there something wrong?” Kagome asked. “Nope!” They all replied loud and fast.

Outside…

“So convince me that wasn't a role of jealousy back there.” Miroku sneered. “I'm doing my job; I was making sure she stays out of trouble, maybe you should start doing yours.” Inu-yasha coughed. “Whatever.” He rolled his eyes. “There he is!” A girl pointed. “Huh?” Inu-yasha turned back to see a girl pointing straight at him. “It's Inu-yasha!” Inu-yasha jumped a back when the girl was directing him.  Kagome heard the cry and looked away from her friends and watched a crowd of girls passing her and were running to Inu-yasha and Miroku. “Eh?” “Oh no not again.” Inu-yasha gulped. “Eek, he's so handsome!” A girl commented. “He certainly is, and so is his friend.” Another agreed. Miroku gave a bold smile while Inu-yasha recoiled. The girls surrounded the two men. “Well, well ladies, you've finally come to your senses.” Miroku smiled.

“So where are you from, Inu-yasha?” One asked. “Uh, I'm from around here and there.” He answered tensely. “Ooh, a traveler how wonderful.” She smiled. “How did you get your hair that colour?” Another asked. “I was born with it.” The girl looked at him shocked. “That's so cool; you must be from a rich family.” Inu-yasha scratched his head. “I guess you're kind of right about that but…” He thought. “You have very beautiful eyes.” One commented. “So how old are you?” She asked. “I don't reveal my age.” The girl winked. “Oh so secretive, I like men like that.” She put her hand on his chest, pushing all the other girls away. “I am Yuki Namasaki and I-” “Yuki, great but um I uh gotta…Hey look a puppy!” Inu-yasha pointed out. All the gullible girls turned around to see no such thing; by the time they turned back he was gone the only person left was Miroku. “Hey.” He waved. All the other girls except for one stayed with him and the rest chased after Inu-yasha. “Ahh, Inu-yasha come back!” The girl screamed after.

“Gee, Inu-yasha is pretty popular with the girls.” Sango mentioned. “But he doesn't seem to enjoy it like Miroku which should be no surprise.' Kagome agreed watching him. “I can see why; he is kind of attractive.” Sango commented. “I mean, a muscular, strong and protective man who travels a lot, rides a motorcycle and has silver white hair is indeed hot, wouldn't you say Kagome?” Sango turned to her. Kagome blushed lightly and turned her face to the side. “I guess…”  She couldn't lie; if Sango had even thought he's hot I guess it wouldn't be weird that she agreed.  Kagome looked back at Inu-yasha being trapped and was surrounded by the girls again. Inu-yasha panted. “Where do women get all this power from?” Inu-yasha pondered. Kagome snickered. “And he was worried about me being harassed.”

After School…

"Why do you park all the way out here?" Kagome asked as they were all standing on a small street away from the school.  "Oh, I guess you just missed what happened today?  If the girls knew about me driving a motorcycle now, they will never leave me alone." He answered with a shudder.  "Oh that makes sense." Kagome nodded. A long pause. “Do you want a drop home again, Kagome?” Inu-yasha asked. “No, not today, I'll walk home today, I'll be fine.” She replied. “Okay then, later.” Then he drove off. Kagome, Sango and Miroku waved. “As long as she's with Sango and Miroku I'm okay.” Inu-yasha thought. “I have 'homework' to do.” He mentioned. Kagome got home safely and tended to the cats.

It was late passing midnight and Inu-yasha was on the computer in his room, not an ordinary one mind you, looking up more information on the name Kurasaki. “Damn, no matter how hard I'm trying, I'm not getting anywhere with this; Miroku can handle this better than me, I can't waste time frustrating about it.” He put the information on a disk and safely hid it in one of the drawers. He turned off the computer screen and moved a picture up making the room turn into a normal one. He fell onto his bed in exhaustion and turned over on his back staring at the ceiling.

Komaru came in and jumped on the bed and laid his head on Inu-yasha's stomach. Inu-yasha smiled, scratching behind his ears. “We have to figure it out before it's too late.” An image of Kagome smiling filled his mind. “This girl, Kagome, no matter what, I can't bare for her to get hurt or worse.” Then went into a deep slumber.

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Day after day, the four friends were getting closer and closer. Finally a two day weekend came up and they planned to go to the mall then a movie on a Saturday. Inu-yasha and Miroku were the ones holding their shopping bags, because they had lost a bet. Right now they were at a store called “Just Fits.”

Kagome and Sango were in the changing rooms, Miroku had disappeared and as for Inu-yasha he sat down on the bench in front of the dressing rooms waiting for the girls to come out and leave.  He folded his arms and was growing irritated of how much time they were taking. “Why do women take so long just to slip on a piece of clothing?” he grumbled.

Then finally one of the doors opened revealing Kagome. She came out with a smile and noticed Sango wasn't out yet and turned to Inu-yasha. “How does it look?” Inu-yasha looked up at her and blushed. She was wearing a green halter top that fit her perfectly, hence the store's name, and a tight black Capri, her hair was tied up in a ponytail. “Keh, you decide; I'm usually not good with these types of things.” He answered looking away, hiding his blush. She looked into the mirror and checked herself everywhere. “I like it.”

Sango came out. “Kagome, you're so cute.” Sango commented. They both stared into the mirror and Kagome smiled. “I like yours too.” Sango was wearing an orange tube shirt with a yellow tank top under and a yellow skirt. “Thanks, I like it too.”

Kagome turned to Inu-yasha again. “Inu-yasha, why don't you look for something?” Kagome suggested. “I don't need to buy everything from every store.” He snorted. “I'm fine with just this,” showing one small bag. “Okay then.” Sango commented. “You sure do like caps.” He nodded. “Yup.” Sango tapped her lip. “Come to think of it; I've never seen you without one.” Kagome nodded. “You're right, even during school, how does he slip through; are you hiding something under there?” She wondered moving toward him.

Inu-yasha felt a shock run through his body. “No, it's my thing, that's all.” The girls walked closer to him. “Can we see your whole head for once?” Sango begged. “Mm…it's nothing big just more silver hair.” He replied backing up. “Then it shouldn't be a problem.” Kagome started to lift the cap off. He grabbed her hand and pulled it down. “I don't think that's your business.” He stated. “Fine.” She shrugged unimpressed and turned around. Inu-yasha let out a deep breath. “That was too close.”  Kagome waited until he dropped his guard and quickly flipped the cap over. The two girls gasped at the sight. “I-Inu-yasha…y-y-you're…” Kagome mumbled. “I told you not to do it!” Inu-yasha shouted standing up covering his head. “What's your problem; you're perverted friend is over at Victoria Secret.” Sango declared.  Inu-yasha's dog-like ears were nearly piercing his head. He had hid it under the lock of his hair. “Whew, it's a good thing they hadn't noticed.” He slipped on his cap. Sango ran across to the other store pulling Miroku's ear out of the lingerie. “You're a real pervert, you know that?” Sango grumbled. “Ow!”

They bought their things and were on their way to the theatres. “What type of movie should we see?” Kagome asked. “No chick flicks, can't stand them.” Inu-yasha started out straight. Sango sneered. “Why, they make you cry too?” Inu-yasha blinked turning red with embarrassment. “No…” Sango giggled. “I was just kidding; I like comedy.” She replied. “Horror is the best, it sets up the mood.” Miroku answered.

An image of both Sango and Kagome jumping into his arms from a scary scene filled his head. “That's so scary…” they screamed. “Now, now ladies, it's only a movie after all.” Miroku patting their shaken shoulders. Miroku grinned with excitement.

“I think he's picturing more than just the movie.” Inu-yasha snorted. “You think?” Sango agreed with a disgusted frown. They reached the theatre and looked up at the choices of films. “Well, there's Harry Potter, Pirates3, Dark Knight, Scary Movie, The Unborn and Rent, that's excluding the chick flick “A Walk to Remember.” Kagome listed. “I really don't know Pirates and Rent I like.” Sango said. “I like action movies.” Inu-yasha noted. “The Unborn seems like the perfect movie.” Miroku beamed. “Hm…well I like Dark Knight and Pirates.” Kagome said. “Well we know it's not Harry Potter or Scary Movie, so scratch those out, but we're still left with 4 movies.” Sango stated. “Two people mentioned Pirates, so I guess that stays in the vote.” Miroku mentioned.

“Inu-yasha likes action movies, but two movies have action, Pirates and Dark Knight; that's three votes Pirates and two votes Dark Knight, so we take out Rent and The Unborn. That's okay with you two?” Kagome asked referring to Sango and Miroku. “Sure, at least Pirates' still in the vote.” Sango nodded. Miroku had slumped a little. “It would have been better if it were a scary movie…its fine I guess…” Kagome smiled. “Good, now we're only left with two movies.” Sango looked up at the boards. “I guess it's up to the time's vote.”

They all looked up at the different times. “7:45 for D.K. and 8:15 for Pirates and it's…” Miroku glanced at his watch. “7:30, so we have to pick quickly.” Sango nodded and looked over at Kagome. “Okay, how long can you stay out tonight, Kagome?” Kagome jolted, she knew she was going to ask that. “Uh…10.” She said shyly. “10! That's so early, you're mom's so strict about time.” Sango sighed. “Yeah, how embarrassing huh?” Kagome agreed, turning red with embarrassment. “So I guess we see, Dark Knight?” Sango suggested. Everyone nodded but Kagome continued. “But I'm sure my mom wouldn't mind, just for tonight, at least.” Kagome added. “Yes, so let's see Pirates!” Sango cheered.

Kagome laughed with her for a bit then turned away from them. “I just hope I don't get in trouble for this.” Inu-yasha peered at the side of her face. “The movie's three hours long, are you sure you're okay with it?” Kagome turned to him. “Yeah, I'm sure I'm going to be fine, besides I'm 16, I'm old enough to start making my own decisions.” She added, trying to sound bold.

“So we have 45 minutes, what are we going to do?” Miroku wondered. Sango pulled out tokens from her back pocket. “Arcades, of course.” She smiled. “Oh, Sango you remembered to bring them that's great!” Kagome grinned. “Yup, and it's just enough for all of us.” Sango nodded. “Well I know what I want to play; racing.” Miroku declared. “You race? I would love to see that.” Sango snickered. “Sango's very good, Miroku, you better not challenge her.  I remember her going against top competitors and she beat them all.” Kagome warned. “Well there's a first time for everything?” Miroku smirked. “Was that I challenge I hear, there's two spaces free for us, let's do this.” Sango said then she remembered her other friends. “It's okay, you two play we'll do something else.” Kagome smiled sweetly. “Okay.” Sango dug into her pocket and pulled out 8 more tokens and gave four to each of them. “You two, have some fun.” Then Sango and Miroku left them, leaving both Inu-yasha and Kagome in silence.

“So, what game do you like?” Inu-yasha asked, breaking the ice. “I don't know let's have a look around.” Kagome responded. The two of them walked around the arcade, but nothing caught their interest.

Sango and Miroku were getting ready for their match; they put 4 tokens in each of their slots. “You're going to eat my dust.” Miroku said, selecting his car. “Hah, after mine.” She snickered also selecting hers. The race had begun and they were both off head to head.

Inu-yasha and Kagome were still walking around, when Kagome heard music. “Of course!” She gleamed, and grabbed Inu-yasha's shirt and pulled him toward the game. “DDR.(Dance Dance Revolution)” Someone was already on it playing. “Do you know this game?” She asked. “Oh this, yeah I've played it a couple of times before.” He nodded. “Do you wanna play with me?” she asked. “Uh, sure.”

The person finished and they got on ready to play. Kagome set her mode on standard and so did Inu-yasha. Kagome scrolled through the songs. “Want to make it even, I choose a song then you, then we both choose one together?” Kagome suggested. “That works.” Kagome chose the song called “Speed Over Beethoven.” Kagome looked up at him. “Sure you can do this song on standard, it's a bit hard.” He snorted. “Keh, nothing doing.”

The first challenge began and they were stepping it up. Kagome made a quick glance at his bar, which was at the max. “Heh, for someone who plays this game rarely, you're pretty good.” She panted. “Told you, nothing to it.” He panted as well. The first stage ended revealing their scores. Kagome got a “C” and as for Inu-yasha he got an “A.” “Wow, you are pretty good.” She commented. “Keh.” He scrolled through the list and landed on. “Afronova” “This is the best song.” Kagome said. “You think so?” He replied. “Yup, and so am I.” he winked. “Oh ho, so you think you can do this better than me?” Inu-yasha responded. “Well…yeah.” She nodded. “Fine then, let's see.” He challenged. The second stage began and they danced.

Sango and Miroku were at the last lap and were neck to neck. “I really hate to do this but…” Miroku turned his wheel and crashed his vehicle into hers. Sango's car crashed into the wall. “That was dirty Miroku.” Sango growled. “Sorry, but I told you I won't go easy on you.” Sango was back on the road and was catching up. The finish line was getting closer and Miroku was grinning his way to it. Sango gave a small smirk and pushed on the pedal harder and crashed in the back of Miroku. “What are you doing?” he asked. “Just returning the favour.” And she tossed his car away making it spin out of orbit. “I never asked.” Sango laughed and passed the finish line.

“That was no fair, I demand I rematch.” He pouted. “I would if I wanted to, but I have no more tokens on me.” She shrugged. “Let's go find the others.” Miroku still pouting in defeat followed her.

Loud music was heard and they tracked it to find both Kagome and Inu-yasha dancing like maniacs and everyone was watching them. “Whoa, look at those two go.” A guy commented. The song ended revealing they're next scores. Inu-yasha an “A” and Kagome an “A.”

“Well, well, you actually got an “A.” Inu-yasha nodded impressed. “Don't underestimate me.” She replied taking a breath. Inu-yasha took the honours of scrolling to the last song and showed “Daikenakai?” Kagome smirked. “You know it.” The final stage was set and they began to step to the fast song.

“Their feet are really fast, the guy sure, but that chick man, how she doing that?” Another guy commented. “Those two are great.” Sango cheered. “Yeah.” Miroku agreed. "A little too great." He chuckled to himself.  When that last song ended they were both out of breath and waited for their total score. Kagome got a “B” and Inu-yasha got a “B.” “And it's a tie.” He panted. “Good game.” She smiled patting his shoulder. “You two were great.” Sango grinned. Kagome giggled tiredly. “Let's go get our seats.” Miroku suggested.  "First we should get some refreshments, I don't think you guys are going to last." Sango giggled.

They bought their tickets, popcorn, drinks and were in the theatre. They sat the furthest to the back middle row. Inu-yasha, Kagome, Sango and Miroku sat in that order. The long previews passed and the movie finally started.

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The movie was halfway through when Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann began to fight with Davy Jones' crew. They were getting married by Captain Barbossa and as for Jack Sparrow he was duelling with Davy Jones.

“My God, Orlando Bloom is so hot in this movie.” Sango commented with a whisper. “I know, he really is; and of course Johnny Depp, he's so funny in this movie, I love the character he plays.” Kagome giggled. “I don't usually flow that way to the guys, but Keira Knightly is a sexy young woman herself.” Miroku mentioned. Both Sango and Kagome glared at him. “What?” He spoke. “You three are all nuts.” Inu-yasha spoke. “Can't you all just watch the movie instead of admiring the actors?” He snorted. The three looked at each other and back at him. “No.” They replied with laughter. “Keh, shut up.” He scoffed.

The movie had finished and everyone left the theatre. “That was a great movie, I loved it what about you?” Sango stated. “Me too; but it was sad though why did Will have to die?” Kagome moped. “I hear there's going to be a fourth movie, wonder what they plan to do with that?” Miroku noted. “I have no clue, but I have to use the men's room.” Inu-yasha announced slightly embarrassed. “Then go.” Kagome chuckled. “Suddenly I have to go too.” Miroku blushed and left with Inu-yasha.

Kagome took a look at her watch which read 10:45 and she shuddered. “Oh gee, Sango, I gotta go, it's a quarter to eleven; my mom's gonna kill me.” Kagome bowed. “It's okay, I'll tell the others you see you Monday.” Sango said giving her a hug.  Kagome said her final goodbye's and left the cinema for home.

She took her cell phone and dialled home. The phone rang three times and finally someone answered. “Hello?” Kagome spoke. “Kagome! Thank goodness, you never called I thought something happened to you; are you alright?” Her mother babbled with relief and anger. “Ya I'm fine, I just finished watching the movie, I'm on my way home right now.” Kagome replied calmly. She turned up the usual alley she takes home, but didn't notice she was being followed.

“Kagome, I thought I made it clear that you would be home by 10 it's now 10 minutes to 11.” Ms. Higurashi scolded. “I know, the movie was long, but it was good though.” Kagome flinched by her shouting. “Okay, just get home safely then.” She prayed. “Don't worry I will.” Kagome nodded. “Bye.” Her mom said. “Bye.” Then the phone line went silent. Kagome hung up her phone and put it back in her small knapsack, she also has her shopping bags. “Why don't I just do this?” She bent over and put the smaller bags into the biggest one and carried them all at once. “It's a bit heavier than I expected.” She commented still being followed.

At the Cinema…

Inu-yasha and Miroku in the bathroom unaware that someone left were finishing up.  "Boy, what a day.  I'm actually beat." Inu-yasha sighed.  "Yeah, it sure was quite a day.  Aren't we lucky, we got to hang out with Kagome and Sango without even trying?" Miroku agreed.  "Yeah, it was easier than I thought." Inu-yasha shrugged as they washed their hands.  Miroku smirked and asked, "So had a fun time with Kagome tonight?" Inu-yasha busy washing his hands and not thinking answered. "Yeah, she was pretty cute, she sure surprised me today..." Inu-yasha took a pause registering what he was saying aloud and glanced at Miroku whose arms were folded and his face all smug.   Inu-yasha went red and turned to the paper dispenser and pulled out a sheet drying his hands.  "Look, what I meant was--" "It's okay, you don't have to say anything I understand." Miroku smirked leaving him.  Inu-yasha threw out the sheet and followed after.  "What do you mean you understand? You understand nothing..." He grimaced.

Inu-yasha and Miroku came out still arguing until they noticed Sango was the only one waiting. “Where's Kagome?” He asked. “Oh, she had to get home; her mom is waiting for her.” Sango answered. “By herself?” Miroku responded. “Well yeah.” She answered. “I'm getting a bad feeling.” Inu-yasha thought. “We have to go, now.” Inu-yasha alerted eying Miroku. “Okay bye.” Sango waved. “Sorry to leave like this Sango, but I must go with Inu-yasha, get home safely.” Miroku bowed. Sango nodded. “It's okay.” The two men left quickly. “I wonder what's going on.” Then she turned the other way and left.

End of chapter.

What's going to happen to Kagome? Will Inu-yasha and Miroku get to her on time? Stay tuned…