A Day and a Life by Suisen

A New Life

Chapter One: A New Life

Ominous clouds billowed in the sky. The sound of thunder echoed loudly through the air. The proud taiyoukai stood silently on his massive balcony, glaring at the world he was forced to live in. this world filled with cars and computers. Oh how the mighty have fallen. Long ago had he grown out of his bitter hatred for humans and mistakenly left them to their own devices. He didn't know that by doing so he would lose control over his lands due to overpopulation of that race. He only wanted to be happy, but instead he got miserable loneliness. He was forced to live his life in the guise of a human.

Oh how he longed for the old days. The time when youkai ruled and humans cowered in fear. Those times were long gone now and now he had to abide by human laws. Now he had to keep his true identity and his history secret. Over time he watched, as humans steadily grew stronger and more defiant. Those qualities reminded him painfully of a certain Miko he knew by the name of Kagome. She was beautiful, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen (well not really, but her personality was a definite plus) her strength intrigued him, her defiance allured him, and her beauty aroused him. He spent every waking moment thinking about her and each night he dreamt of her haunting smile. The only thing that held him back from taking her during their first few meetings was his pride. At the time he was afraid to become his father. So, he did the only thing he could do, he denied his feelings.

A cold wind rudely brought the white-haired angel back to reality. A scowl appeared on his normally stoic face. The sound of his baggy jeans swishing met his ears as he walked back into his room. He continued to walk until he was close enough to his bed to flop down. He let a weary sigh escape his lips as he readily succumbed to his exhaustion. He had waited five hundred and four years to see her and still no sign of his obsession.

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Kagome awoke with a start. She had been dreaming of HIM again. When will she get over her little crush? No, it wasn't a crush it was something more. The feelings she had for Sesshomaru were stronger than the feelings she had for Inuyasha. She really DID love Sesshomaru. For six months she had been telling herself it was only a crush, but deep down she knew better. If anyone had told her four years ago that she would be in love with Sesshomaru she would have laughed in his or her face. No way a cold-hearted, human hater would care about her. He was too proud of his demon blood to want it tainted with her pathetic human filth. Sure their first meetings didn't go so smooth, but once the Shikon was completed Inuyasha announced his decision to go to hell with Kikyo and Miroku proposed to Sango. That month was a serious emotional roller coaster. The most unexpected person, the reincarnation of his mother, killed Naraku. Akako beat the shit out of Naraku. Sesshomaru revived Onigumo's heart so that Naraku could die.

On that very same night everyone gathered to say good-bye to Inuyasha and watch as Kikyo took him to hell with her. What Kagome didn't know was that said hanyou made a wish on the Shikon no Tama. And once the portal to hell closed up Sesshomaru led Kagome to the God tree.

"Kagome, this past few months have been amazing."

"Yeah it has. I really don't want it to end."

"It doesn't have to."

"Yes, it does."

"No, it doesn't you can always stay here ... with me."

Sessho, what are you saying?"

"I'm saying that while courting you these past months I've grown to... to..."

"To what Sessho? You can tell me."

"I've grown to love you."

Kagome's eyes widened with shock and sparkled with unshed tears. A warm smile graced her features. "Oh Sessho, I've wanted to hear you say that for so long. I love you too." Sesshomaru felt as if a huge weight had been lifted and his eyes sparkled with unlimited happiness.

"Kagome will you be my mate?" A delighted squeal greeted his question along with a huge hug from Kagome. " Yes, Sessho, yes I will be your mate!"

Suddenly he felt Kagome tense. Then a bright light blinded him. Once the light faded he realized that he was no longer holding Kagome. She had disappeared. He began to search frantically screaming her name at the top of his lungs. Once his mind registered that he would not find her, he fell to his knees and howled at the mocking moon. The howl was full of loss and anguish. It was heart wrenching and mournful.

Kagome found herself at home at the bottom of the well. She frantically dug with her hands trying to get back... back to him. Right when she was about to be happy that damned jewel ruined things again. She could feel the power of the jewel within her body right where it was when this whole thing started. Tears streamed down her face as she continued to dig. Dirt flew up and stuck to the tracks left from her salty tears. She continued to dig for a long time before she curled up into a ball and cried herself to sleep. Her dreams were haunted with images of the youkai who had confessed his love for her. Then she had to go and leave him alone again. It just wasn't fair. Not to him, not to her, not for them. Happiness just wasn't for them.

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A loud purr brought Kagome back to reality. She shook herself mentally and began her tedious morning routine. Today was her first day at Tokyo University. She couldn't be late because of some memories. She gave Buyo a pet on the head and raced out her house. She made it to her first class surprisingly early and took a seat in the back of the class. After a few minutes of waiting a tall man with black hair and light gray eyes entered the room and also took a seat at the back of the room. He was wearing baggy white sweat pants with a matching throw back. A clean pair of Air force ones graced his feet. His long hair was tied in a low ponytail and he had a stoic expression on his face that painfully reminded her of her mate-to-be.

She immediately tore her eyes from the man in the far corner to watch another man walk into the room. This man was the spitting image of Miroku except for his bright green eyes. He made a beeline for the stoic man and gave him a friendly smile.

"Hey Seto, what's new?"

"Why do you insist on bothering me?" came the icy tone that sounded all too familiar to Kagome. She watched in amazement as the Miroku-look-alike only chuckled at his reply and acted as if the stoic man said nothing at all.

"Still brooding about that girl, huh Seto?"

"And what girl would you be referring to August?"

"That girl whose name you call out in your sleep." August said tauntingly, with amusement dancing in his eyes. Seto was about to say something when August caught sight of Kagome sitting alone. A perverted grin claimed his features as he made his way to the girl with her hair in low pigtails and a pink short-sleeved sweater with matching plaid skirt.

"Well, hello there. I'm August Yayoi and what might your name be Miss?"

Kagome gave him a cheery smile as a blush stained her cheeks. "I'm Kagome. Kagome Higurashi."

"My what a pretty name. It suits you well." He was awarded with a deeper blush.

"Arigato gozaimasu." Her voice was sweet and soft. He wondered if her lips would be feel the same.

Seto's head had shot up at the sound of the girl's name. A hopeful gleam made it's way to his pale gray eyes. It's been so long since he last saw her; he barely remembered what she looked like. He stood up and made his way to the furiously blushing girl. He looked on in amusement as her eyes widened in shock and bowed her head from embarrassment. August glared at him, but went back to his seat once Seto sent him the coldest glare he had ever seen. As his eyes fell back on the girl his features softened.

"What did you say your name was Miss?" With her head still bowed she said, "Kagome Higurashi, Sempai."

"Well, Miss Higurashi let me introduce myself, I am Seto Shinomori, but you may call me Seto." Kagome blushed at his formalities and raised her head so that she could look at this Seto guy. Their eyes locked as blue met gray. At that moment Seto knew exactly who this girl was.

"You can call me Kagome." Came her sweet voice, her blush finally fading. He knew had to do something, but what? Thinking quickly he came up with a suitable idea.

"Kagome, I would be honored if you would join me on an outing this evening?" His innocent question released locked away memories. 'That was the same way Sessho asked me on our first date.'

"I would be pleased to accompany this evening Seto." Pulling out a pen and a post-it note she scribbled down her cell phone number and handed it to Seto. " Here, call me on this number with the details." He was a bit confused by her actions until he noticed that the class was about to start.

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"Lunch time, finally." Kagome cheered as she headed towards her car. As soon as she started the engine her phone rang.

"Moshi, moshi."

"Kagome, this is Seto."

"Wow, I wasn't expecting to get a call this soon."

"Yeah, well I was wondering if I could pick you at six?"

"Sure, but is it casual or formal?"

'Damn. What to say? What to say? If I say casual then she'll think I'm taking her to McDonald's or something, but if I say formal she'll think it's one of those engagement dinners.'

"I'd say go with something nice. Not too formal, but not too casual."

"Okay, man of mystery see you at six."

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"So Seto, where ya takin' her?" August's smooth voice drifted through the air.

"I really have no clue."

"How about the Blue Palm? Chicks love that place."

"No, too formal."

"Burger king?"

"I said formal not expensive, numb brain."

"How about the house?"

"No, she'll think I want sex."

"Well you do don't you?"

"Not this girl."

"Are you crazy! Who wouldn't want a piece of that ass?"

"If I were you I'd refrain from saying that around me when referring to Kagome." His icy tone gave no room for argument. Holding his hands up in a peaceful gesture August said, " Okay, okay I'll lay off." Then his perverted grin made its appearance. "But seriously, when was the last time you got laid?" he watched in amusement as his friend stood up and walked away. 'I guess it's been awhile.'

******************* Author's Note*********************************

So how do you like the fic? I hope it was funny. I still don't know what to do with it.