Title: Falling

Chapter 1: You bring tears to my eyes…

Rating: PG – 13

Summary: I'm Kagome. Inuyasha is my best friend in the world and my secret crush. We've known each other since we were practically born. Our parents are best friends, and I guess it runs in the family. There is nothing that we hid from each other. Honesty is essential in a friendship of any sort. Well okay so there are some secrets… See he has a girlfriend named Kikyo. Even though I don't like her personally, because of her mean attitude towards me, I can't deny his happiness. You know I felt like I was on top of the world. Then it all came tumbling down. My heart was broken by my best friend because of his girlfriend's wishes, and soon found myself moving away. I couldn't face him, but I came back just like most people. The only thing is that I think I'm falling in love with his brother... That can't be right though… I love Inuyasha… Right?

"I never knew you would me my strength and my downfall."

A piercing alarm woke me from my deep slumber. I automatically kept hitting it hoping that it would stop and let me enjoy my warm comfortable bed just a little while longer. After hitting it my fist felt soar, but at least the infernal beeping had stopped. Before I had the chance to enjoy my hard earned peace and quiet my mom came through the door. "Kagome dear it's time to get up for school." She hollered across the room

I groaned with my eyes still closed. "Just five more minutes."

"Don't five more minute me mom. Kagome if you sleep any longer you will be late. It's already 7: 50 a.m." she answered sternly not about to back down and I knew she wouldn't

My eyes shot open faster than a bullet. School started at 8:00 a.m. why did my mom wait so long to wake me up? I quickly rushed out of my comforters and ran into the bathroom. I brushed my teeth, and rinsed. While I put on my socks I hoped out of my room. I reached downstairs to see my brother Souta still in his pajamas. Looking over to the microwave clock I glared. It was only 7: 30 a.m.

My mom had once again tricked me into thinking that I was late for school. "Mom it's no where near 7:55 a.m." I glared again

"I know dear. It's the only way to wake you up, or would you prefer water?" she light heartedly laughed from the sink

I grumbled and sat down with my brother snickering. He might seem like a jerk in the morning, but he had been helpful a couple of times. He was of the hook this time, but he better watch out for next time. I started to eat my waffles after drowning them in syrup when the doorbell rang. I looked around someone would get it for me, but no one got up. Loudly I sighed and went to open the door. It was Inuyasha.

I invited him in. He had long silver hair and the deepest of amber eyes. Sometimes I would get lost in them, but then I would remember that he already had a girlfriend. Actually I was quiet shocked that he came to my house in the morning. He hadn't done that for a while. When he stopped my mom questioned me, but I told her he had some before school sports. I didn't want to lie, but I didn't know the real reason either. "Hello Inuyasha. What are you doing here?" I asked giving one of my 100-watt smiles.

His smile soon turned into a frown and I frowned as well. It was starting to worry me. I didn't know what was wrong. Thinking about it just brought tears to my eyes. "What happened Inuyasha? You can tell me." I whispered as I invited him in

Automatically he stepped in and sat himself on the couch. He was used to this and so was I. "Kagome who is it?" my mom shouted

"It's Inuyasha mom! We're going to talk in the living room." I yelled back

Before starting I heard an okay and faced back to Inuyasha. "What's wrong Inuyasha? Please tell me…" I whispered hoping that he still had trust in me

"Kikyo and I had a fight." He quietly whispered while all of a sudden being fascinated with the cream rug

I could tell by the depressed look on his face that something she probably said had hurt him very badly. "What happened? I mean what was the fight on?" I asked once again

Inuyasha and Kikyo had gotten in a lot of fights together. Even if I wasn't with them most of the time I could tell when something wasn't right. Still if Kikyo or Inuyasha were doing something to hurt each other it wasn't really my business to try to fix it. It would be something that they both needed to figure out on their own. "She said that I wasn't spending enough time with her. She said I was spending too much time with you so…"

His voice lowered even more. Fear struck through me. I hope he wasn't going to say what I thought her was going to say. I couldn't stand the tension any longer. "So… So what Inuyasha? Tell me…" I asked as tears blurred my vision

"I came to say that I don't think we should be friends anymore. Kagome I-" Inuyasha started, but I cut him of

My eyes were glistening with the tears that had yet to fall. My body was shocked and I stood still. It was as if my life flashed before my eyes. The times that we played when we were little, the times when we cried. All the happy memories we shared. Then how slowly… we drifted apart. I shook my head left to right. This can't be happening. No… it can't… it's the only thing that would make him happy… I guess it's time… time to let go… "It's... it's okay Inuyasha. I understand. It's for Kikyo right? So I don't mind. She deserves the best. Well I have to go get my things to go to school. See you later?" I smiled and walked out trying not to raise suspicion

I walked away from Inuyasha. I didn't look back once as the memories replayed one again in my mind. I never knew we would lose our friendship. I knew he wouldn't be happy about this, but he wouldn't be sad either. My heart was breaking, shattering, and drowning all at the same time. It was a one sided love… just one sided. I loved him, but I was just a best friend to him. I was nothing more than a best friend. It was a battle that I lost.

Before I reached the top I looked back down at him. His head was bent down, but he didn't try to stop me. I knew he probably wouldn't. That was Inuyasha for you. He never did anything to hurt his pride or ego. He looked up at me and I saw guilt flash through his eyes. I always thought that he would be my best friend, but I guess I lost him. I hadn't even been spending that much time with Inuyasha at all. Kikyo was always jealous of our friendship, but this crossed the line for me. I wanted to talk some sense into her, but I couldn't. Inuyasha would never forgive me. There was nothing I could do. "Checkmate" Before I left I heard him reply…

"Maybe…"

I went upstairs while Inuyasha went out the door. I slumped against my door as soon as I heard the door closed in the living room. After being friends for 16 years he decides to not be my friend. It hurt, but if not being my friend made him happy, them I won't be his friend. My heart felt like a broken mirror on the floor. The shocking thing was that I had actually loved him. "Inuyasha no matter what you will always be my best friend. No one can replace you…" I whispered once I had reached my bed

I got my things and went downstairs. Quickly I wiped my tears, and headed out the door. I guess this is how the mighty fall ne? I wiped of my tears and raced out of the house before anyone could question me. Within 10 minutes I was at school. I dragged my feet. I knew that it was going to be a hard day for me, but I could make through it if I tried. I looked at my watch. I still had 5 minutes before school started so I headed towards it anyway. I didn't feel like talking to anyone, but luck wasn't on my side.

A tall boy came towards me. He had jet-black hair, and to mention piercing green emerald eyes. He was kind, but not someone I would generally date. I saw him walking towards me. Quickly I looked around hoping someone would save me, but no one was there. I sighed and braced myself. "Kagome would you like to go out with me since Inuyasha isn't breathing down you neck anymore? You know I am a better choice." He beamed confidently

"Um Kouga I can't. I have a dentist appointment on Saturday. I can't go out during the week, and I have a check up on Sunday. Sorry maybe next time." I apologized, though none on what I had said was true

"It is alright maybe when you aren't as busy." He smiled kindly at me

"Sure why not." I replied sighing to my self on the inside

I went inside and saw everyone staring at me every now and then. Was it that everyone knew of my misfortune? I always wondered how people found other peoples' bad luck a source of entertainment. I too sometimes wondered that, but now I wanted an answer. I sighed and walked over to my locker. Opening it I found it filled with pictures of friends, families, and pets. Tears reached my eyes, but I furiously blinked to get rid of them. After placing the unnecessary books in my locker I headed towards class.

Slowly I was about to head towards my desk, but remembered I sat in front of Inuyasha. I couldn't face him today. I went over and took a seat by Sango, my friend. She looked over at me surprised. It was shocking news to her considering the fact that I always sat with Inuyasha. She was only other friend I head, besides Miroku, but he was a pervert. "Kagome? What's wrong?" she asked me

I looked over at her. She always knew when something was wrong. I always thought that maybe secretly she was psychic or something. I sadly smiled. "Inuyasha came to my house this morning…" I started of

"Then why are you so sad?" Sango frowned at me

"I sometimes think you're psychic. He came to my house all right, to tell me he doesn't want to be my friend anymore. Kikyo's wishes." I sadly laughed gazing out the window trying to avoid Sango's gaze

I heard the shuffling of a chair. The next thing I knew Sango was hugging me. I knew she was trying to comfort me and it was working. Sango was like a sister I never had. I felt myself feeling better. In a few minutes she let go and sat down next to me. I saw her glare behind me. I turned around to see that she was glaring at Inuyasha and Kikyo. I felt a pang of heartache, but I really didn't know why anymore. I saw Kikyo and Inuyasha's hands around each other's waists.

Kikyo smirked at me. Her lips moved and I saw her mouth word at me. "He's all mine and there's nothing you can do about it." That's what she mouthed to me. The words played in my head. Had I really lost him? I sadly smiled and turned around. I knew wouldn't be long until my life would have taken a turn, but I didn't think it would be so soon.

After class Sango told me to give her full details and I did. It was a long painful conversation, but I held on. I told her everything from his visit, to my love for him. She gasped, but I knew she knew that I did love him. After the bell rang we headed towards our next class and I saw Inuyasha running up to me. Sango was about to lunge at him, but I stopped her. I felt as if she were my bodyguard. Inuyasha came to a top before us and took deep breaths trying to compose himself. "Kagome I am really sorry that I said what I said, but I had to. You believe me right?" he asked giving me his puppy dog eyes

I smiled a little, but it was still sad. I nodded. "I believe you Inuyasha." I turned around

Sango couldn't stand the conversation any longer. "Damn right she believes you. You are so lucky that Kagome is such a forgiving person. You're also lucky that she still considers you a friend at some level or oh boy would you be in pain." Sango shouted at Inuyasha

I saw Inuyasha wince at her tone, and sighed looking at me. I knew he was sorry, or at least I think he was. You know ever since this morning I don't know what to believe anymore. He promised me we'd be best friends forever, but I don't think forever is going to happen soon. "Inuyasha it's okay I believe you… I guess I do at least. At least you can keep this promise to Kikyo right? I mean ours was nothing…"

I saw him looking at me. I guessed he forgot the promise we made to each other. It was the promise, which made us friends forever. It meant nothing to him now. I looked over and saw him trying to think. Then a look of realization hit his face. "Kagome…" he whispered

"It's okay. I… never mind it was a silly thought anyway. I mean you and me…" I tried to explain, but the words wouldn't come out of my mouth

Slowly I went around him and walked to my next class. This was going to be long I knew it. I trusted Inuyasha I guess, but it made me wonder. If I were to forgive him, would he betray me again? I was never the one to hold a grudge, but my feelings came into the equation. I had to forgive Inuyasha no doubt about it. I have always come to believe that everyone deserves a second chance.

After school I raced home. I didn't feel like spending time after school and watching Inuyasha with Kikyo. She would probably think up of something evil for him to do if I was around. Sigh life was so simple back then. The good old times, as I like to call them. I smiled as I opened up the door. "Mom? Souta? Grand pa?" I hollered

My mom came into the room and smiled at me. "Hello dear how was school? Oh and how is Inuyasha dear?" she asked me

Tears once again came to my eyes and spilled. I couldn't hold back the tears anymore. She had to bring up the name. It felt as if a damn within me had broken. I saw a frown on my mothers face as she walked towards me. My mom engulfed me in a hug and rubbed soothing circles on my back to comfort me. She made sound to shush me and I soon complied. "What happened dear?" she asked me when my crying became whimpers

"This morning Inuyasha said he didn't want to be my friend anymore… and…" I started crying again

To most people it wouldn't matter, but to me it meant everything. It was like losing a part of me, or a family member. My mom gasped and looked at me. Then I saw her in deep thought and she smiled. What was she up to? It was the only thing I could wonder. "Why don't you take a break from Inuyasha for a while? It would be good for you." she suggested

"Mom I have to go to school…" I reminded her while the tears still rolled down my face

"Well I was going to tell everyone at dinner, but I got a new job in Kyoto and we were going to move. It would be a great way to get your mind off of Inuyasha, and to top it all of you could still visit your friends." She smiled looking to see if I would approve

I frowned a bit. I didn't know if it was such a good idea. I didn't want to leave my friends, but then again Inuyasha. I needed a break from him. I needed to get away and sort everything out. It wasn't going as I planned. I never knew what I'd do without him. He was my everything. This was one chance I was going to take. "When are we leaving?" I sternly asked

"In two days." She revealed

I gasped. I had one day to tell Sango good-bye. What about Inuyasha? Would I tell him? Should I tell him? Is it worth it? What was I going to do? Is this how all lives end and begin once again or is this just a way to run away from my fears? It was a way to begin fresh and hope that I would forget all these memories. I knew that wasn't possible. This would be with me forever and there was nothing I could do to forget it. Who knew maybe something good would come from it. You bring me tears and joy… Inuyasha…

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