Unrequitted Love by YukiAi

Birthday Wish

I am a little nervous. I haven't written a fanfiction in a while and I'm trying it out again. Please let me know if there is something wrong with my writing style. I can be a bit passive at times,

Disclaimer: I do not own InuYasha, or any characters mentioned, as well as make any profit from writing this fanfiction.      

            Kagome Higurashi was a nervous wreck. Her boyfriend, InuYasha surprised her on her birthday by allowing her to meet his family for the first time. She thought he’d never let her because he would grunt or “keh” every time she brought them up. She has been dating him for about eight months so she did not understand the wait. He has met her parent’s months earlier, so she thought she should meet his. He never spoke about them. Only said his father was deceased, and his widowed mother was alone; residing in a house not too far from Kagome’s residence. When she asked of any siblings, he held a sad expression for a moment, then quickly regained his character, stating that none was important enough to mention. She decided to keep quiet, for she  understood exactly what he meant.

            Kagome met InuYasha during her second semester at their university in Speech class. There was a required speech due that day. Her class consisted of about fifty students, so she did not notice him among the mist. Not until she heard his name called, and the confident stride he displayed as he approached the front of the class. To say she was shocked was the least; she did not know people dyed their hair silver. She thought he must be an emo of sorts. However, didn’t most like the darker colors like black? She was not entirely sure, however, she didn’t think silver was one of them. Not for someone that looked like he was her age of 21.

 He had to have been at least six feet tall, sporting khaki Cargo shorts and a blood-shot red T-Shirt with the words; Don’t You Think if I Was Wrong, I’d Know It? adorned across the front in white bold lettering. Kagome found his shirt extremely amusing because his demeanor seemed to match his outfit by the way he spoke during his speech. She thought it was funny how he seemed to demonstrate his assignment with such brash behavior, causing all other classmates to ridicule his repetitive use of “keh” and “yo.” Although the professor was displeased, Kagome was immediately hooked.  He was so different from most college students on campus. He must have liked her, too, because he would sit next to her during the remainder of the semester.

Instead of using a pick up line as his best friend, Kouga, would, InuYasha decided to ask that the beauty next to him tutor him in his speech. He knew he was failing horribly and that the girl was very smart for her age. Not to mention he wanted an excuse to be near her. When he heard a soft laugh during his first speech session, his sensitive ears caught it, causing him to see her for the first time. He grew attached the moment she commented on his hair color and eyes. She told him that he was the first person she has ever met that had dyed silver combined with honey contacts. He never corrected her, mentally telling himself that she didn’t know of his species. As he watched her perform her speech assignment almost perfectly, he decided to ask of her help. He would often collaborate with her during class when the professor announced upcoming speech projects. He hated speech. He didn’t understand the reason for it.

Keh, humans and their stupid human stuff, he groaned as he glanced at the 27 he received on his speech report. He thought for sure he did a good job but the dumb professor failed to agree.

After spending time with Kagome, he learned enough to earn a final score of 85, which made him extremely happy. When she learned of his score, she immediately wrapped slender arms around him into a nice proud hug. Noticing his tense reaction, she started to pull away, but was immediately caught by hands grasping her small waist, holding her body to his.

He didn’t understand his sudden move, yet found it hard to retreat. He watched as she bore deep, wanting chocolate eyes up into his, and found her face slowly viewing in.

Although her heart pounded within every bold move, she could not help the kiss she placed upon his pink lips, feeling how soft they were. Her gesture was quickly reciprocated as he hard-pressed his lips against her own, physically telling her how much desire he held.  During the Summer, they decided to become a couple. He would take her on many dates, causing Kagome to voice her concern about him spending so much on her each date. Nevertheless, he would say, “Keh, money ain’t a problem so don’t worry about it, ‘kay?”

She could only nod and accept all the gifts and places they would go.  He met her mother, brother and grandfather two months in the relationship. They seem to grow fond of him, much to her relief. She thought they would think his often-immature behavior would cause them to judge him as a bad guy. She knew from spending time with him that he wasn’t the facade he often displayed. She knew he was very defensive. She figured his behavior developed from his upbringing. That day she questioned when she would meet his family. She really wanted to feel like a true couple since they seemed to love each other very much.

It was not until her birthday, that he decided to surprise her with a dozen roses; being that is was Valentine’s Day. She walked in her home from a long day of studying with her best friend Sango and attending classes. She noted the flowers neatly leaning against her fluffed pillows. As she picked them up, with a huge smile across her face, she instantly noticed the flying card that slid off and under her bed.

Hmm, a card to match, she silently wondered as she bent on all fours to grasp the paper. As she got up, she read over its contents:

Happy Birthday, Kags!

I got tired of ya askin’ about my mom so we havin’ dinner with her.

Don’t take too long doing woman stuff.

See ya at 5!

                                                            -InuYasha

She couldn’t help the squeal of delight that seeped out. Finally, she would get to meet her. She jumped up and down, did a small victory dance as she twirled around in circles. She suddenly stopped mid-twirl, when she noticed her obvious digital clock displaying the time. It read, 4:00 in very bold digits.

Shit, I only have an hour to get ready. What should I wear, she nervously thought as she rummaged through her closets, drawers and clean laundry basket that sat against the wall opposite her room. She was taking up too much time, she felt as she physically pulled her hair in frustration. She did not know what to freaking wear. She mostly wore jeans and a shirt but she wanted to give a good first impression. It would make her day if his mother liked her especially since it took so long for her boyfriend to meet her.

Tripping over a pile of clothes on the floor, Kagome caught herself just in time to save face. She sighed in relief at her quick reflex. Moving her hand around for balance, she noticed her white and pink Spring dress her mother bought her a year ago, and decided to wear it. It was pretty, adorning pink flowers all around it. She hurriedly showered, scrubbing every inch of herself. She lathered in some baby Johnson lotion, and finished other hygienic necessities.

After placing light pink makeup on, she brushed her armpit-length black hair hurriedly as she glanced at the time.

4:50. I still have time, she exhaled imaginary breath as she continued to brush. Grabbing her pink flat-iron, she straightened rebellious strands and curved them inward. Curling her bangs, she decided to brushed them lightly to the side, displaying one of her naturally arched eyebrows.

Baby, I love you and I’ll never let you go, her cell phone chimed as she placed a fake pink flower clip in her hair.

But If I have to, boy, I think that you should know.

She knew how impatient InuYasha could become when she didn’t answer the phone fast enough so she dived across her bed and quickly touched “answer” on her Iphone.

“Hey, baby,” she exhaled as she sit up in her bed.

“What’re you so out of breath for? You get my note?”

“Yes, I did, and I am so nervous!” She decided to ignore his first question.

“Don’t worry ‘bout that; moms will like ya,” InuYasha reassured her. Kagome heard the softness in his voice and felt he was sincere in his response.

“Ok, I will believe you. Are you on your way,” she asked as she made her way back to her adjoined bathroom. She glanced at herself in the mirror and sighed. She hoped she didn’t look too flashy. She didn’t even dress up like this for her boyfriend. She hoped she was presentable enough.

“Well, I’m in your room,” he chuckled at her immediate gasp. She didn’t know he snuck up behind her, grabbed her waist and playfully tickled her. After swatting his hands, she glared at him through the bathroom mirror as he made a silly face behind her.

“You ass!” She feigned disappointment until he suddenly became serious. She hoped she didn’t upset him.

He felt she looked stunning in her Spring dress. She looked as innocent as a virgin, which she was. He loved her style. The slip hugged her inviting curves, making him want to caress her. Her face held barely noticed makeup. He didn’t like the stuff on women but his Kagome wore it lightly.

Noticing the worry etch her lovely features, he eased her by giving her a long, wanting kiss. She immediately kissed back.

“Come on, Kags,” he said as he grabbed her waist, helping her place her one inch heels on, and headed to his house. Something deep in Kagome’s mind bothered her. But she did not want to think about it. She was meeting his mother on her birthday! She would forget whatever was bothering her.

After getting over the shock of not knowing for months that her boyfriend resided in a huge house, she took in the layout. There were flowers and land for miles. She could have been over-exaggerating but she had never been to a house that had glass walls and a big lawn.

Meeting Izayoi went better than she thought. The beautiful mother of InuYasha opened the door with a big bright smile adorned her features. She had on a yellow sleeveless striped sundress that demonstrated how fit she was.

“Ah, you must be the famous Kagome I always hear about, “she sweetly said as she hugged Kagome, earning a surprised shock. Quickly gathering her composure, she hugged the older woman back, with slight reluctance. She was not use to someone being this friendly when they first met her.

“Yes, ma’am. I am pleased to meet you. I have always asked of you,” Kagome tried her best to remain polite.

“’Yasha can be a bit stubborn when it comes to people meeting me,” she laughed as if recalling a funny memory that crossed her mind.

“Keh, whatever, mom. Only reason that mangy wolf and Miroku din’t meet ya early is cause they’re perverts, “ he defended himself as he helped Kagome into the house. Kagome wondered why he referred to one of his friends as wolf, instead of a dog. She may have to ask him later on if she remembered. After a quick tour, Izayoi announced dinnertime and asked that they be seated A couple of house cooks came around the elongated table as they assisted them.

The doorbell, which sounded like a loud chime, sounded through the house. Turning slightly, Kagome loudly gasped, causing two pair of honey eyes to glare at her for different reasons. She was not prepared to see a very attractive male enter the dining area. She could not help but stare.

 InuYasha knew his brother was invited, however, he doubt he’d come. He wanted to growl when he noticed Kagome gaping at Sesshoumaru. That bastard. Such a show off, he thought as he scooted closer to his woman.

Sesshoumaru, however, wasn’t moved. He didn’t have time for InuYasha’s childish behavior. He merely came to dinner upon Izayoi’s request.

“Sesshoumaru, glad you can join us,” Izayoi clapped when she noticed the tension building up.

This is horrible. This is horrible. So fucking horrible, Kagome thought as she noticed her boyfriend getting closer to her. She watched as said Sesshoumaru took a seat directly in front of her, causing her to become uneasy.

Sesshoumaru noticed her attraction, obviously; however, his amusement came from the way InuYasha was possessively close to the human. He smirked, deciding to enjoy torturing his younger half-sibling by messing with his emotions.

“What tha fuck you lookin’ at,” InuYasha bellowed as he watched his brother stare at Kagome.

“Why, your woman, of course, “ Sesshoumaru replied, causing InuYasha to growl loudly.