InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Breath of Life ❯ ...Surprise? ( Chapter 3 )

[ X - Adult: No readers under 18. Contains Graphic Adult Themes/Extreme violence. ]

Unbelievable. A low mutter came, lips pulled into a scowl. Never had she been more embarrassed. Sure, shed heard stories of tourists being pulled around, but she didnt think it would actually happen to her. Did she look like a typical tourist or something? Of course some traveling idiots had to make things worse for everyone.

Pulling her hair over her shoulder, she languidly began to comb out the long strands, wincing faintly every time a knot was untangled. As much of a chore as this used to be, now she thought it rather relaxing. The gentle tugging sensation on her hair stimulated her scalp and brought a sense of ease.

Soon enough it would be time to call back home and let them know everything was fine, before they called the police and labeled her as MIA. It had occurred before due to her phone dying, and that was not something she wanted to relive. Overprotective parents were lovable, but sometimes a little over the top.

It used to be a lot worse though, probably because she was there only kid and all. That definitely made it understandable, if only slightly more annoying at times.

Her eyes closed as the phone vibrated against the armrest for what happened to be the fifth time that night.

Part of her wanted to answer, to see what kind of explanation could be made, but the other, the stubborn-as-a-mule part said dont even bother. That was her luck, though.

I knew two good meals in one day was too good to be true! Groaning, she fell sideways onto the couch, placing the brush on a near coffee table.

Rubbing her temples, the gentle pitter-patter of rain hitting the window echoed throughout her meager apartment. It was by some miracle that the storm outside really wasnt too bad at all; she never was too fond of them at night. Somethings about loud, clapping thunder just made her jump. Combined with cracks of lighting and darkness, it was recipe for a sleepless night, or a disastrous one.

Normally it was solved by taking one or two sleep aids, but they werent necessary this time...though shed probably go out and buy some in the morning - a.k.a afternoon.

Rolling over some, cuddling close, she couldnt help but muse faintly, maybe I should get a dog?

Loud knocking pulled her from sleep, and instantly Sam remembered why it was so terrible to sleep on couches. Everything was fine and dandy until the morning. Rubbing her temples with a groggy noise she couldnt quite classify, she forced herself onto her feet, and zombie-walked to the door, pressing her cheek against the cool wood. Whaddayawant? The slur of words came out lazily as she tried to force herself to be slightly more conscious.

Sam?

That was Kagomes voice.

Her mood soured some, and a laugh of hers  was muffled by the door. What? Come to see the tourist? How nice of you.

No, its nothing like that! Just...just let me explain, okay? Well, you had to give it to Kagome - she even sounded desperate.

What a nice touch.

How could you possibly explain that in any way that makes sense?

There was a pause, and she was pretty sure the blue-eyed girl had stepped a bit closer to the door. Well, it doesnt really make sense, but I do have an explanation! And it isnt what you think.

Okay, curiosity was peaked, but she didnt enjoy being made out to be a fool. Brows furrowing, she glared at the unseen teen, suspicion clouding her mind. How the hell did you find out where I lived?

A vaguely familiar gruff voice said something, but she couldnt make out what it was. Throwing caution to the wind, Sam opened the door, and leaned against the arch, hardly dressed in any sensible way - large tee and panties- with a dark eyebrow quirked once she noticed the guy was wearing a baseball cap. Really? If they were going for less noticeable, that definitely wasnt it.

Inuyasha stood with his arms crossed, not exactly looking completely pleased to be there, but smart enough not to saying anything. Yet, anyway. I promise, I wasnt trying to prank you or anything, Inuyashas just...different.

She snorted. Oh, this had to be good. Yeah, he walks around with animatronic ears on his head.

This is where he looked offended, and snapped, Theyre real, dammit. Kagome, stop beatin around the damn bush. Either tell her or not, but either way we gotta get going already.

At that, Kagome perked up some, bright eyes landing on her as an idea sprung to mind. Get dressed, I have something I want to show you. Inuyasha nearly protested, but she shut him up with a pointed glare.

Well, the girl knew how to whipem, that was for sure.

But now the question remained -- did she regret going, or, regret not going?

It only took a moment  to decide. Alright, gimme a sec.

With the advice to dress comfortably, but functionally, she decided on the simplest course of action: jean shorts (durable and comfy), a thin, tank top and classic Converse. Breathable, easy to move in, and wouldnt be ridiculously hot.

After receiving an approving grin from Kagome, she let the girl drag her back over to her shrine, getting more nervous the closer they got.

Climbing the steps, she couldnt help but notice the bit of concern on others face. What exactly was she going to show her? And why would it make her worried? Pushing those thoughts aside, she was ready to plead insanity when they ushered her quietly into the well house, and closed the door.

Nice wellhouse. Well, wasnt that a slap in the awkward.

Inuyasha removed the baseball cap, and jumped on the edge of the well, as Kagome picked up an obscenely yellow bag from the corner, and followed him. Yeah. It has its uses. Cue a feh from the eared boy. Well go down first, then help you out on the other side.

Insanity really was knocking around the corner, wasnt it? Were jumping into a well.

Kagome nodded.

A well. There is no other side, its just dirt!

Inuyasha shrugged, not torn whether she went or not, and jumped in. Kagome hesitated for a moment, and gave an almost knowing grin. Never know unless you jump too, yknow!

Then just like the boy, she jumped in, and disappeared.

Damn her, she knew that would get her to follow!

Taking a deep breath, she looked over the edge, just to be sure they werent fooling her. She could see the bottom, and they definitely werent there. Biting her lip, she pushed herself over the edge and, in true Sam fashion, tripped in more than jumping in as they had.

Warmth surrounded her, like darkness, but then..light.

Birds sounded ahead, and the air seemed almost too clean to breath. It was like detoxing her lungs from the smog and smoke of cities and modern day life. Grasping at thick vines, she managed to climb almost all the way to the top, before a clawed hand reached in for her to grab.

Taking it without hesitation, Inuyasha pulled her up and out of the well, and flashed a toothy grin. I didnt think youd jump.

That was debatable, her mind mused, before a familiar figure was at her side, arm hooked through her own. See? This is the other side, and this is why Inuyasha has ears.

Falling through a well to a different place explained a lot of things, but only so much. Like, maybe she was crazy, but at least she wasnt alone. Yeah, about that...where are we?

And then, as if it was the most natural thing in the world, Kagome beamed as they begun following Inuyasha out of the admittedly beautiful forest. Feudal Japan - five hundred years in the past to be exact.

Right, Feudal Japan. Why hadnt she guessed that. Unknowing of what else to do she laughed, and if anything could be said by the her sudden unconscious state, shed just found her limit of information overload with only one thought in mind: oh my god.