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Summary: Kagome is the servant of Lady Kikyo in London in the late 1700's. An orphaned girl, ever since childhood she has served under Kikyo's family, having only her grandmother, Kaede, to care for her. She is always looked down upon by others, until the Tashio brother's come to find wives. Kikyo's father, the Baron, caught wind of their arrival, and was determined to have one of them to marry Kikyo. However, it is Kagome who catches the eyes of the two, handsome princes, but she immediately despises them for their arrogance. Kikyo, who becomes green with envy, tries to ruin the innocent maid. But, if you add a perverted priest apprentice, a hot-tempered daughter of a sword smith, a lovesick soldier and a mysterious thief who yearns for Kagome, will the little maid be able to make it to Christmas?

Ok, just so there isn't too much confusion, I've made a character profile of the main characters, showing the age, status, and any other info I can think of to help you understand the story a little better. Enjoy! (Oh, P.S., don't worry about reviewing! Only do it if you want to! I think it's a little annoying sometimes how people often write REVIEW! All the time.)

Kagome Higurashi:

Age: 17

Status: Low class; servant

Eye color: stormy blue

Hair color: raven black

Personal Information: A very sweet and caring girl, she is always the one to give a reassuring word. Though she is an orphan, she was taken good care of by her Granny Kaede, who has been the only one who has ever loved her like a mother. She never truly thought much about it, but she is in fact very beautiful, and because of that has many suitors. Even though she's a maid, that doesn't mean she's quiet and submissive. When she has something to say, she'll say it. But, she is quite smart, receiving her education from Kaede. She can be clumsy at times, and is very stubborn. She loves children and animals, and hates to be alone.

Sesshoumaru Tashio:

Age: demon years: 507 human years: 19

Status: high class; prince

Eye color: Gold

Hair color: Silver white

Personal Information: As the first born prince, he is a very duty-bound and honored man. Ever since he was young, he was treated as an adult, given duties and lessons non-stop. Stripped of his childhood, and his mother, the only person he was ever warm to, he became cold, indifferent, and calculating. He received the highest education, as well as some of the best teachers in fighting and swordsmanship. Though he is usually portrayed as the bitter, uncaring face of the kingdom, he is still immensely popular with women, mostly for his looks and wealth.

Inuyasha Tashio:

Age: 18

Status: high class; prince

Eye color: Gold

Hair color: Pure white

Personal Information: Inuyasha is the second born prince, as well as the exact opposite of Sesshoumaru. He is prideful, ignorant, small minded and quick to violence. Since he came after Sesshoumaru, he was treated differently. Since he was not the next heir to the throne, he was not given as many tasks as his elder brother. He was also scorned by many for his half-demon blood. Because of this, he is often very lonely, though never shows it for his pride. Deep down, he has a kind and gentle heart, but would never allow himself to show it to anyone but his mother. He was always jealous of his brother, especially since he was always under his shadow. Though he was quite strong and handsome himself, he always paled in comparison to his brother. The only things they have in common are they're heritage, eye color, and arrogance.

Kikyo Nyuyoda:

Age: 18

Status: high class; daughter of the baron

Eye color: Brown

Hair color: Black

Personal Information: This snobby, arrogant and sniveling excuse for a human was born of noble blood. Because of her wealth, she believed that she had a right to everything she touched, be it human or not. She always looked out for herself, never caring about anything but her mirrors and dresses. Her favorite thing to do is terrorize her innocent maid. Inside, she was jealous of Kagome's inner and outer beauty, as well as the amount of friends she had. However, she kept all of this to herself, hiding it by trying to break the servant's happiness. She has a huge ego that speaks for itself, and a head filled with illusions of a fake world where everyone adores her.

Maids Know Everything

Chapter 1- Kagome's encounter

The cool, night air dissipated into the morning rays, as the warmth of the sun washed over the earth. The birds chirped and the flowers awoke to greet the new day. Everything was calm and serene in this perfect vision of a sleepy town of England.

"KAGOME!"

As the light shown through out the town, it set its warm rays on a specific house, large in stature compared to the homes surrounding it. Inside was young girl, sleeping peacefully, unaware of the morning's arrival. Soon, the light spilled through the barred window, thick with spiraling ivy, as it landed on her still form.

"KAGOME!"

Two brilliant, stormy blue orbs peeked out beneath tired eyelids, as the girl cringed at the sound of the cruel, shrill voice. Her door burst open, revealing another young girl a bit older then her. Wearing only a thin nightgown, she looked down at the drowsy girl, an irritated scowl on her face.

"WHAT ARE YOU DOING YOU LAZY GIRL! GET OUT OF BED THIS INSTANT! FATHER, MOTHER AND I ARE WAITING FOR BREAKFAST TO BE SERVED!"

She sat up form her ragged and tattered old blanket, which was turning brown from age and filth. With an annoyed look, she turned to the other girl, her eyes shone with defiance.

"I am sorry if I should insult m'lady, however the sun has just risen, and none of the other servants are up yet, including the cook who makes your breakfast. Is it not my job to serve the meals HE cooks?"

The girl at the door suddenly turned red, both from embarrassment and rage. She had just been made a fool by her own servant! She is below her! She is nothing but a filthy, little

orphan girl who was fortunate enough to have a roof over her head, food in her stomach and a kind, brilliant AND beautiful mistress to serve under.

In truth, she had just come up to the servant girl's chambers to bother her, however she was not about to tell that. Yet the brat somehow out-smarted her clever plan! With a snort, she slammed the door shut, stomping her way back down the stairs to her own room to pout. With a victorious smile, the servant girl, now known as Kagome, laid her head back down on her pillow, and went back into a deep sleep.

The rattling of the carriage wheels woke him, as he raised his head over his shoulder to look at his surroundings. He was currently riding in an extravagant carriage, sitting in comfortable, plush seats, swaying right and left slightly to the rhythm of the moving coach. There were two, pure white horses pulling the heavy load, neighing and grunting from the pain of the coachmen's whip. He landed his gaze on his half-brother who sat across from him, looking out the window on the passing scenery with an expressionless stare. He immediately frowned at the sight of him, years of bitter rivalry coming back to him. 'Cold bastard.'

"Hey. Enjoying the view?"

He said in a sarcastic tone. The man parallel to him merely glared at him, only to turn his attention back on the contents outside the window. Choosing to ignore him, he smirked at his reaction. He tucked his hand under his chin, and looked the other way, finding the trees to be more interesting. After a long silence, he soon found himself tapping his finger on his knee irritably. He finally turned to his brother with a peeved expression, and tried to start a conversation to save him of his boredom. 'How the hell can this guy stay silent for so long? Dammit! It pisses me off!'

"Hey! Ya' mind tellin' me why the hell we're even bothering to go to a crappy dump in the first place? Our old man never said anything about this until he shoved us in here and made us travel for 5 fuckin' days in a cramped up coach together!"

"Quiet, half-breed. I do not wish to hear any more of your useless ranting. You should have listened to father before. He announced that we are to depart for a journey to different towns in search of brides."

Without turning his head, he looked towards the direction of his younger sibling with uncaring eyes.

"He wished for us to find our wives quickly, so he may perform the betrothal in the spring. Now cease your annoying complaints and be at peace."

"Why you-"

"Your Majesties, please excuse me for interrupting your conversation, but we have arrived at the center square of the town."

The young prince was stopped in his enraged state at the sound of the coachmen's raspy voice, and the sound of halting wheels. Placing his usual scowl back on his face, he gave his brother one last look of annoyance, as he waited for the door to be opened.

"Feh. It's about damn time. I couldn't take much more 'bonding time' with my 'dear brother'."

"HALF-brother. And you'll be wise to keep quiet during this trip, so that we may finish this painlessly, InuYasha."

"Yeah, Yeah. You just stay outta' MY way and try to keep that cold ass of yours from scaring the ladies, ok..."

He smirked with a snide scoff, his sharp, canine fang sticking out of his lips from his cocky grin.

"...Sesshoumaru?"

Kagome heaved a dejected sigh, as she gently closed the front gate behind her, heading towards the center square. Her mistress, Kikyo, suddenly had a craving for fresh strawberries and cream for an afternoon snack, and she simply HAD to have it now.

'But father! I must have it right now! Do you truly wish to deprive your precious daughter of her needs?'

'V-very well! Please do not weep before me, daughter! It makes this old man's heart quiver. I shall send the delivering boy to fetch it for you right away, alright?'

'No father! I shall not partake in food touched by that boy's disgusting hands! He works in the kitchen! Lord knows what he has touched!'

'sigh Alright. I shall send Kagome to receive your strawberries for you. Does this make my bellflower pleased?'

Wiping away fake tears, Kikyo nodded her head softly, looking up at him in a dramatic sense, while giving him a sweet, deceiving smile.

'Be sure to tell her to get some cream as well.'

'Sometimes, I feel sorry for that old man...sometimes.'

On her way to the market, she passed by the local church, large and elegant in beauty. It stood near the center of town, where most of the people lived, so they may come to perform their daily prayers. Designed in a French style, carvings were engraved along the outer arch way of the door, which was built of redwood and bronze.

The sculptures of children laughing and angels dancing lined the windows and gates, as gargoyles stood all along the openings of the grand bell, like diligent guards standing stock-still along the gates of the royal palace. The loud chime of the enormous, gold bell snapped her out of her daze. The bell tolled with a thunderous shake, sounding throughout the town that it was now noon.

"I had better hurry or else Kikyo will-YAAAAHHHH!"

Stopping in mid sentence, Kagome shrieked in surprise and disgust when she felt a certain hand coming out of no where, gingerly stroking her behind. She turned to the culprit with an angry look, and raised her hand high, only for it to come down rapidly, colliding with the poor soul who was to receive the hand.

SLAP

"MIROKU, YOU PERVERT! HAVE YOU NO SHAME!"

The man, Miroku, with a huge grin on his face, was currently holding his cheek with his 'cursed' hand, rubbing it gently to relieve the pain. He was a handsome fellow, about a head taller then Kagome. He had violet-blue eyes with a twinkle of mischief swirled within them. He had a firm-structured face, and tanned skin, with lean, well-shaped muscles poking out of his robes. Miroku is one of Kagome's closest friends. He stays at the church with his grandfather, Mushin, who is the head Priest. His parents died when he was still young, much like her, but he was able to live with Mushin, a kind but alcohol-addicted man who couldn't hold his drink too well. Ever since then, he had become Mushin's apprentice, a priest-in-training.

In fact, looking back at it now, this was sort of how she met this perverted man. It was when she was 14 years old. She was on her way to the market to pick up some groceries for supper, and on the way, she had passed by this very church, admiring it for its beauty. Then, in comes Miroku, for behind her back, he sneaks up to her and grabs her but! Now, she was still pretty young, so naturally she did the first thing that came to mind: she screamed. And that's how it all started, after she had finished screaming, and had given him a good slap on the face, they were able to get to know each other, which became the beginning of a beautiful friendship. Though, he still continued to grope her to this very day.

Now here they were, in the very same predicament, him with a grin, and her with a scowl. Putting her hands on her hips, she stuck her chest out slightly, giving him a fierce look.

"Miroku! How many times do I have to tell you to stop groping me every time I pass by here? Don't you get tired of the same routine?"

"Ah! Lady Kagome! It has been so long since I have felt your alluring touch and seen your beautiful face!"

He commented with the huge grin still plastered on his face. He had always loved to see Kagome's face fluster with red tint in her cheeks. Though, he was in love with another, he cared for Kagome all the same. But still, how could he resist? Such a beautiful girl should never go unnoticed….or at least that's what he thought.

"Well, I must be going. Lady Kikyo wishes to partake in her strawberries and cream before noon. It would be terrible if she should have to wait."

She replied with a heavy amount of sarcasm on her voice. She frowned with dislike as she bent down to retrieve her fallen basket. She turned to Miroku and bowed with grace, though it looked somewhat mocking.

She then walked past him and headed towards the town square. Before she left, she turned her head over her shoulder.

"Oh, and Miroku? I'll be sure to visit Sango to say hello for you."

She was soon out of sight, mixed within the crowd of people in the streets. Behind her was a worried Miroku, sweating slightly from the words she just said. He swallowed hard, as fear shook him. He trudged back into the church slowly, his hand on his head.

Knowing how truthful Kagome was, and how violent Sango was, he was not going to live to see another sunrise….

"Thank ye kindly, missy!"

Kagome smiled brightly at the jolly, old man. After she made her purchase at the dairy, she quickly headed towards the market. While carrying the heavy container of cream in her right hand, she cradled the basket within the bend of her arm, taking one difficult step after the other with her heavy load.

"The trouble I go through…."

She soon began to make her way towards the produce stand, looking for strawberries that were in the best condition. Wouldn't want the princess to eat slightly bruised strawberries! Well, in truth, Kikyo was no where near being a princess. A Baron was of the lowest rank in British nobility. And yet she thought that her wealth would buy her the world! Sometimes, she was impressed with her gall.

She then found about a dozen that were healthy enough and bought them with the rest of the money. However, she still kept a few coins jingling in the secret compartment of her skirt. Having finished her shopping early, she decided to head to one last place before she headed back. Just like that, she soon found herself in front of the place her feet had taken her to many times before, planting themselves in place only to have their owner stare in front of herself.

There, facing her behind polished glass was the one thing she had ever pined for, that one thing in her life that she felt she deserved. Adorned upon a flattering mannequin stood an extravagant English-styled ball gown, laced with cream-colored ruffles along the hem, collar and cuffs, with small, pink ribbons embroidering the collar that trailed down to the chest, opening down to another layer of soft, cotton with a criss-crossed blue ribbon going up over the cotton that covered the chest and to the collar bone where the cotton ended. The rest of the gown itself was made of a beautiful, shining azure-blue silk that matched Kagome's eyes, enchanting the petite maid even more.

She reached out towards the shop window, her fingers lightly touching its surface. She then gently closed her eyes, feeling the smooth glass glide beneath her finger tips. She breathed in deeply, imagining she held the dress in her hands right now, feeling the silky texture between her slender digits. She traced a circle around and around upon the glass, her eyes still closed, keeping her mind within her own world.

"HEY! YOU THERE! WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU'RE DOING? TAKE YOUR DISGUSTING FINGERS OFF THE GLASS WINDOW! YOU'LL SMUG IT!"

Kagome's mind finally coming back, her reflexes instantly obeying the man as she drew back her hands. She finally opened her eyes, as she turned and looked at the man, a confused and lost look in her eyes. Scowling, the man walked closer to the glass to have a closer inspection. When having studied the window carefully, he son turned angry eyes towards the now frightened maid. Grabbing her wrist roughly, he shouted,

"LOOK WHAT YOU'VE DONE! YOU LEFT MARKINGS ON THE SURFACE! IT'S RUINED NOW! WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO SAY FOR YOURSELF?"

Her mouth was open slightly, as if ready to say something. But no words came. She simply stood there, her eyes full of fear and her jar dropped as the crowd of passerby's increased, all curious of what will happen to the poor girl.

"Nothing, eh? Then how about you repent for your crime…" he spoke slowly as he pulled out a small dagger from his vest, "BY LOSING YOUR HAND!"

Many shouts and screams of rejection and disagreement came from the crowd of people, the women crying and screaming with utter horror, and the men shouting for mercy for the girl. Eyes widened and mouth gapped wide open, Kagome looked up to the man in terror as the dagger came plunging down towards her wrist. Awaiting the pain, she squeezed eyes shut and cringed. But the pain never came...

As she slowly opened her eyes, curious as to why she hadn't felt the blade severing her wrist, she looked up to see the man's blade still in midair, with another person's hand holding his wrist firmly in place. She looked at the man to find utter shock etched upon his face. Following his gaze, she turned to see the face of the man whose quick reflexes had rescued her from becoming a lefty.

There before her stood a towering figure of a young man a bit older than herself, with long silver hair tied back neatly into a low pony tail and piercing gold eyes that were currently locked onto hers. She studied his features carefully, taking note of his markings on his face, which signified that he was a demon. He had a lean, muscular figure showing through his VERY expensive looking attire. He wore a deep, forest green coat made of satin with polished gold buttons lined down the center, and a matching vest underneath. The white, silk ruffles of his undershirt were neatly fastened down with a gold button, and his shoes shined and polished to perfection.

He broke the spell of the gaze between them, while breaking the silence as well. He turned his attention to the man he was currently restraining, as he tightened his grip so that the knife would slip out of his grasp. He spoke darkly to him, releasing his deep, rich baritone voice in a quiet yet commanding tone.

"It is not your place to pass down judgment towards others. Justifiable punishments are decided by fair trial and proper authority. Do I make myself clear?"

He looked down upon the man sternly, his steely eyes barring down upon his cringing figure. The shivering little man nodded a bit, to show that he understood. He was then dropped unceremoniously, not even realizing he had been above the ground. The tall man then returned his gaze towards Kagome, still standing there in shock, cradling her abused wrist. The little man bent down on his knees as he shouted fearfully,

"PLEASE! FORGIVE ME! I ACTED ON MY OWN JUDGMENT! THAT GIRL DAMAGED MY PROPERTY AND DID NOT APOLOGIZE. I SIMPLY THOUGHT AS A GENTLEMAN! PLEASE SPARE ME AND MY SHOP, YOUR HIGHNESS!"

Coming out of her stupor, Kagome blinked her eyes innocently as she tried to clear her head of silver hair and golden eyes. When she was finally herself again, what the man had said had started to kick in.

"Damaged! That's an exaggeration! A blatant lie! Is it a crime to simply touch a window? Is it a crime to look at something beautiful? Is it a crime to want something that you can never-"

She paused for a moment as the last part of the man's sentence sunk in as well. Slowly turning to her rescuer, she blinked her eyes a few more times, her facial expressions becoming a mix of confusion, surprise, and complete shock.

"-d-did he…just say, YOUR HIGHNESS!"

(A/N): Well, that's it on chapter 1! What did you think? If you have any criticism, let me know! And if you just want to say you like it, than you know what to do! But you don't have to if you don't want to. I'll be sure to update as soon as I can! Thank you for reading!