The Black Rose by miwa03
The Past: Kagome's Betrayal
Disclaimer: Yup, I don't own Inuyasha!
This next chapter of 'Mine' is a response to Lune's song inspired fic challenge by lunaticneko! Enjoy!
Beta-ed by my motivator, Ceferadel.
The Past: Kagome's Betrayal
"You are the love of my life, my soulmate." - Forever yours, Kagome
Inuyasha smiled while reading a beautifully handwritten note inside a small piece of paper. The paper was very small it could fit into a tiny glass bottle that hung on his neck. It was a parting gift from his beloved girlfriend. No, he had not had the guts to propose to her yet. Not when he himself was not certain of his own future. His dear Kagome had understood. With a sad smile, but still a smile from the face that he loved, she let him go to pursue his future.
And now he was back. It was going to be a surprise for her.
He had spent three years in the harsh green fields of England, surviving all of the bone shattering training sessions that were thrown at him, enduring all the loneliness without any news from her on his quarantine periods, to be what he was now; a professional international football player. He smiled at his achievement. After becoming the number one football player in Japan, his path to be the number one in the world was brightly opened ahead of him. He had successfully gained a contract with one of the famous football clubs in England. If everything went well, his dream to be the number one player in the world would come true. And then he could show all of that snobby people that he could be someone much more worthy than them; they would regret all the things they had said and done to him.
He frowned remembering his past. Everyone around him had looked down at him, not only because he had been bad in all subjects in school except sports, but also because he was what he was, a bastard child of one of the most powerful family lines in Japan, the Taisho. No one cared or even wanted to know that he actually was the only child that was ever born out of love from that family, that he was special. His mother told him that before she died of sickness.
But even then, where there was darkness there would be light; and Kagome Higurashi was his light. She was the first child that had talked nicely to him back then; she was the only one who stood beside him with her warm smile when all others turned their back on him; she was the one who had encouraged him that he could be the best in the field he loved the most, the football; and she was his best friend that always reminded him that he was talented and he was special. She had become his reason to live; and his reason to breathe. From a long time ago Inuyasha had concluded that she was the love of his life, his soul mate. And he could not express his feelings in words when she responded in the same way. She said that he was her first love, and for always and forever will be.
The announcement from the flying attendant broke his thought. They were going to land in Narita Airport soon. He rolled back the precious paper in his hand and put it back inside the bottle. He settled back in his seat to prepare to land in the town where his love of life was.
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A loud thud was heard from the handbag he carried that fell on the airport tile. Inuyasha could not believe his eyes. He was staring at a news article that was posted on the news wall; news about the grandiose marriage of the heir of the Taisho Family, Sesshoumaru Taisho. But what was his Kagome doing in that picture? What was she doing smiling beautifully and wearing an elaborate wedding dress in his hated brother's arm? Inuyasha trembled when he read the news. His eyes widened when he finally realized that his Kagome Higurashi, his soul mate, had betrayed him. And he felt half of him died at that time.
He used his trembling hand to call her cell phone. First ring, second ring... Kagome, please don't let this be true!
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Kagome was wiping up the tears on her face when she heard her cell phone ring. Who could that be? Not many people know my private number. She moved her body to a sitting position, biting her lip at the pain she felt all over her body. She used the blanket to cover her naked body and moved to the side of the bed. But when she almost reached her phone on the night stand, a strong arm circled her waist and she was spun to face a very handsome silver haired man who apparently had just waking up.
"Now, now my beautiful bride. Who said you can go up from the bed yet?" Sesshoumaru asked hoarsely. He smirked devilishly and then moved himself to lick her earlobe. "I'm not done with you yet."
Kagome trembled with fear and disgust. She tried to push him away. "Stop. Let go! We've done enough!"
He dragged her body and trapped it under him. She was squirming and struggling while he kissed and sucked her neck and shoulder, insisting on leaving her more love bites. "Sesshoumaru stop, please! The phone, I need to answer the phone."
"Hn. Anyone who's calling should have known that last night was our wedding night. They'll understand why you didn't answer this morning." He smiled and murmured against her skin while his hands caressed and pried open her thighs.
"No! Let go!" But her effort was useless against his strength. Sesshoumaru easily positioned himself between her thighs, and rubbing his hard girth on her still wet pussy. He pushed inside her a little and Kagome screamed in terror. "Please not again Sesshomaru..." She sobbed.
"Get use to this my love, because I own you forever." He thrust deeper and immediately was moving slowly. Kagome was caught between the pain and pleasure again.
And the phone was forgotten.
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Why didn't you answer Kagome? Inuyasha thought about when he encountered another mail box from the many times he failed to call her. He was standing in front of Kagome's home, the Higurashi Shrine, now. But it was unoccupied. Where is she? Where are Mr. and Mrs. Higurashi? Where is Souta? Who should I contact now?
Inuyasha was so confused. What has happen while I was gone? I didn't hear any news of her moving; I didn't hear anything at all.
He then went to the hotel that had been prepared for him by his club manager. He needed to calm himself, take some time to rest, and then began his search of her again when he was in prime condition. He was just too tired and confused now.
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Kagome was still sleeping when Sesshoumaru finished his shower. Tiredness etched on her sleeping face. He smirked looking at her, his most precious prize that he had obtained from his perfect strategy. His smile never wavered while he walked closer to her. He stroked her beautiful and soft cheek. At last you're truly mine. He chuckled. I better tell the maid to prepare her meal. She will no doubt be hungry when she wakes up.
When he stood up his gaze fell on her cell phone on the night stand. He then decided to look on the noisy and persistent caller that had been calling her cell phone throughout their private session. He frowned when he read the caller ID. 'My soul mate'? His expression turned dark. It was getting darker when he opened her picture folders and found out that 'soul mates' were labeled on many pictures of her and Inuyasha. Hn. I believe that Inuyasha is back in town. He tightened his grip. Don't ever think that you can take her back Inuyasha. She's mine now!
He then walked out from his room, bringing her cell phone with him. I think my Kagome will need a new phone. The diamond blackberry will surely suite her better as the wife of Sesshoumaru Taisho. While this old phone, along with her memories of him, are mine to destroy.
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It had been days since he was back at Tokyo, but still no news from her. Every night Inuyasha would watch the moon from the room window; thinking of her. Like this night. He had walked around Tokyo with no destination all day; no family to be visited. Now he laid tiredly on the floor of his room, imagining her face on the surface of the moon. How he missed her. Her sparkling blue eyes that he were usually lost inside, her smile and laugh that would brighten even his darkest days, and her presence and soothing words that would always warmed his heart; making him feel cherished, making him feel wanted.
I had left so many messages in her mail box, but she hasn't called me back or even text me. Why does she ignore me? Is it true then that she has married Sesshoumaru? What has happened to her? Why did she do this to me? I thought she loved me!
Suddenly his cell phone rang. He flipped it open and his heart soared when he read her name on the caller ID. He hurriedly answered it. "Kagome, it's me, Inuyasha. Hey, how are you, love?"
"I believe that my wife doesn't love you anymore, Inuyasha." A deep voice boomed and shattered his hope.
"Sesshoumaru?" His wife?? He answered her cell phone? So it was true?? "Why are you... What are you doing answering her phone? Where is Kagome?"
"My wife doesn't want to talk to you, so I think I should settle her problem. I'll block this number after I make it clear that she doesn't want you anymore. Stop contacting her, Inuyasha." A hint of threat was obvious on his tone.
Inuyasha's heart was in anguish. Kagome truly did marry his despicable brother! And now she does not want to speak to him?? Why Kagome?? "Where is she? I need to talk to her."
"Are you deaf as well as stupid Inuyasha, I said she doesn't want to speak to you! Anyway who do you think you are? Do you think she'll love you after she knows my love, do you think she'll need you after she is being lavished in my attention? Scam bastard child. You are not wanted." And a click ended the call.
Inuyasha was breathing harshly. His heart stung at his brother words. So she did marry Sesshoumaru. Apparently I didn't know anything at all about her. And he was right. Who would want me after having Sesshoumaru? Who am I to say that she truly loves me? Who am I to say that she needs me? She already has Sesshoumaru as her perfect husband. Compare to him, I am only a joke. Inuyasha could not hold it anymore, so he screamed out his frustration and hurt. So there is really no one left for me here.
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Inuyasha was standing under the Goshinboku tree on the unoccupied Higurashi Shrine. It was his and Kagome's tree. He stared at the tree, remembering all the sweet memories that they had created together; their laughter, their tears, their sweats, their teasing. He just loves her so much. He felt a drop of a warm tear slide down his cheek. Why is this happening to us Kagome? I thought we would have a future together.
Deep in his heart he hoped that Kagome would realize her mistake and came back to him. That was why he was here now, on their secret meeting spot. He had waited for her here for his last remaining days in Tokyo, the rain and the chilly wind did not stop him. He was waiting, hoping that she would show up and hugged him. And they would talk, they would apologize, and they would forgive and forget. But she never came.
Why am I still waiting? Who am I still waiting for? Why am I still searching for a love that was obviously gone? He closed his eyes and remembered her.
When he opened his eyes the dawn had set in, and at that moment he realized that he truly had lost her. He took a deep breath and tried to smile sincerely. I understand Kagome. I have to let you free. It was so selfish of me to want to own you for just myself. I have owned your presence since we were children, now its turn for others to have you. As long as you're happy Kagome, my soul mate, then I should be also. Inuyasha's heart stung as he selflessly let the love of his life go. But it was for the best, it was for her happiness, he reminded himself. He then touched the tree for the last time, smiling sadly and walked away from the place where most of his cherished memories were held. Good bye my love in life. Now you're just a song I love to sing. I never thought it would feel so free. Now I know what's meant to be, and that's okay with me.
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When Inuyasha prepared himself to finally go back to pursue his own life in England in the next morning, he realized that he still held a piece of his painfully sweet past with him; his necklace, her parting gift that stated that her love for him was forever. His heart churned at the falseness of it. He removed the necklace and stared at it. I can't use it anymore, it's wrong. She doesn't love me anymore. He closed his eyes. But I can't throw it away either. It's a proof that at one time, there was someone who loved me. So where to keep it? Or should I give it back to her?
And then he remembered; their secret treasure box. It was still three hours before his plane took off; he still got time to put his cherished necklace inside their box. And if one day, Kagome remembered their love, she would open their box and found her eternal love necklace. Inuyasha then hurriedly ran towards the Higurashi Shrine.
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Inuyasha slumped on the ground, his back was on the old well wall, and on his hand was Kagome's diary, kept also inside their treasure box not long before her forced marriage. I didn't know anything at all... so this was the reality that you had to face that made you choose to accept his proposal. I'm sorry that I didn't know anything at all my love. I'm sorry about the pain you've been through, I'm sorry about your father, I'm sorry about Souta and Mrs. Higurashi, I'm sorry about the debt... I'm sorry for not being here for you. Inuyasha closed his eyes. He had two simple choices; his bright new life in England or risking his life to save his love. And like all of the soul mates in the world, Inuyasha chose the later.
I didn't know anything at all, but for you I'll fight to make it right.
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AN: I always wanted to write about their past! I'm planning on writing about five more The Past chapters. And Kagome and Inuyasha's Treasure box will surely be one of it.
I want to show Inu and Kags love and a bit of their happy romantic past, Inu's feeling when he knew Kags betray him, and that Inu actually was so close in having his own bright future without Kags in England. But fate last hour's interference made him stay for her. Hey, they said that no one could escape fate.
Thank you for reading and reviewing!
Thank you lunaticneko for presenting this challenge and had became the idea of this new chapter. I hope this chapter is to your liking. I'm sorry if it doesn't turn out as the way you wanted. >_< But I hope you would still review it.
©Miwa03 - 2009