An Unforgettable Friend

A/N: This is the second part I had done, so enjoy.

Title: Reality Check Pt 2

Community: 30_YYH

Theme: #17 Possessive

Rating: NC-17

Warnings: Angst, Language

The laughter coming from outside made her stiffen as she gazed out the double glass doors. The raw meat took the brunt of her anger as she stabbed the chicken. Hojo was expecting her to bring it out in a few minutes. Instead of seasoning it, she was busy torturing the dead bird. She wasn’t sure how much longer she’d be able to handle this. Taking a very needed deep breath she grabbed the pepper. It got a sneeze and a curse but she finished up her task. Kagome had to remind herself that this was supposed to be a special day, her special day. Keiko had been kind enough to throw a party in her honor because of her birthday. Shame it had to be at Keiko’s house where HE’D be here.


Why couldn’t he been at work or something? A month had gone by and she still woke up sweating from dreams. Some were just so she could recall every detail and the others stemmed from her guilt. Keiko would be screaming at her and calling her a slut and a horrible friend. Which she knew she was and couldn’t deny it any longer. What else would someone call her? She’d secretly fucked the girl’s husband and no one knew but herself. Not even the man knew about the occurrence. It was like some horrid nightmare and fantasy she’d end up taking to her grave.


Didn’t help she found herself watching the man now. So many questions that brought answers she wasn’t willing to face. There was no denying that she was attracted to him. If not then she wouldn’t have been able to get excited when he touched her. Could she say she liked him as a person. That had to all depend, he wasn’t exactly a person with her. What she saw with everyone else was the person she saw at the beginning. Not the person that he was with her. His cold attitude seemed to be reserved just for her. Which she couldn’t understand, so she was trying to figure it out. Maybe she had said something that had upset him or done something. She decided perhaps an attempt at reforming a friendship might help with closure.


After all this was a party, he had to be civil, right? Wrong! He’d insulted her after five minutes of being here. Shizuru, Kuwabara, Kurama, were all here for the celebration, along with people from work. Keiko was outside firing up the grill, and all the males were playing a game of volleyball. Some of the girls were in on the game as well. Blue eyes lingered out to gaze at the males wearing no shirts and just shorts. So many naked chests to ogle but the startling blue strayed to one in particular. A blonde that worked with them almost tripped and bumped into the man. Kagome frowned when Yusuke caught the woman and noticed how the hands strayed lower than necessary. The asshole was flirting with the blonde. Nice, he flirted with someone he didn’t know but treated her like something smeared on the bottom of his shoes.


The door slid open to reveal Shizuru coming in for the meat. She managed to smile and handed her the tray. “Here you go, I’ll be out in a few minutes.” The older woman nodded before heading back out. Kagome knew she had to go out since she was the guest of honor. All the other females were wearing bathing suits and bikinis. She couldn’t help but glance down at her own blue two piece and groaned. Why did she even care what he said? It felt stupid but she found herself turning her head to look at her rear. She didn’t have on thongs like some of the females but it covered her ass. Yusuke had commented on her lack of clothing and suggested she put something else on. Keiko was wearing a one-piece, but it showed off just as much. Not to mention the tart he was flaunting over didn’t have on anything at all but a thong bottom. The top was nothing more than a triangle patch covering her nipples that allowed the too large breast to sag.


She tossed the shaker still left in her hand at the wall. It clattered making her gasp, “Shit.” Dammit, she wasn’t in her own home. The black speckles were on the wall making her panic. A rag did the trick of cleaning up the mess. Her anger was still flaring as she scrubbed away the evidence. Why was she even bothering getting upset? Okay, so she didn’t have the flat lanky body to go with the large breasts. She was more on the curvy side with average tits. Was her ass too big? What the fuck did his opinion matter? Rinsing the rag out she was ready to head back out. She’d just lie down and get a tan while they cooked.


As she went towards the door she knew she was being stupid but her walk led her to the duffel bag with her belongings. Searching inside she got the dark blue wrap that went around her waist. It wouldn’t hide her legs but it covered up her backside. It made her feel somewhat better to know she was no longer showing it off. The door slid shut making Keiko look in her direction, “Need anything else before I stretch out?”


“We got this, go ahead and relax.” Keiko tried to smile but guilt made her stomach feel queasy. This had been Hojo’s idea after all and she knew because he was feeling guilty also. She wanted to tell them the truth but he kept going on how Kagome’s health was more delicate than they realized. That when she was younger she’d been in poor shape. He was scared that something like this would cause her to have a relapse. It still didn’t feel right. The next morning after she’d climbed in bed with him the man had confronted her about it. She’d been embarrassed explaining things to him but he’d laughed it off. He’d turned three shades of red when she pointed out that he’d known it was her he’d been holding. She’d been shocked when he admitted to having a secret crush on her.


“Thanks,” Kagome found an empty lawn chair and moved it so she was a good distance away from the players. The last thing she needed was to be smacked with a stray ball. Then she’d be tempted to rip someone’s head off. The birthday girl was starting to feel old and cranky as she laid out on the plastic chair. She’d have a strange ass tan line if she kept on the wrap. Seeing that the male she was so worried over still flirting with the blonde, she untied the material to get a complete tan.


Yusuke almost jumped when the fingers touched his groin area. Now that was going just a tad too far. His eyes left the girl laying down on the chair back to the blonde now daring to try and fondle him. As much as he liked to flirt she was pushing it. His hand grabbed the palm going for his straining cock. The suggestive smile the strange woman was wearing he knew she thought she’d caused the reaction. She didn’t know just how wrong she was. It had formed instantly when he’d glanced over to watch Kagome untying that flimsy piece of cloth.


“I’m going to go grab a beer.” He pried himself away before things got out of hand. If he ever cheated on Keiko it wouldn’t be with some cheap piece of ass. Only one woman would be able to tempt him enough to be unfaithful. But if she ever gave him the indication that she wanted him, he knew he’d probably leave Keiko. He’d feel like a real bastard for doing so but he wanted the girl so bad he was losing sleep. He shouldn’t give a fucking damn about the girl but his eyes strayed back to Kagome. He tensed when he noticed Hojo walking over to Keiko. Now that was going to piss him off. Did they think he was stupid?! His sense of smell wasn’t as good as Kurama’s but it was better than most humans.


Last night Keiko had come home late at night smelling of the man. It wasn’t just a scent of being close but that of sex. Keiko should know that he’d pick up on it but the girl must not be thinking clearly. It was probably his fault for ignoring her since they’d returned from their trip. He’d thought of trying to be intimate with his wife but his body refused to cooperate. Why would Hojo turn to Keiko when he had Kagome? If the small woman belonged to him he didn’t think he’d ever let her out of the bedroom. But she wasn’t and never would be. Anger filled him as the cheating bastard leaned over to whisper in his wife’s ear.


His walk led him over to the other female. Blue eyes widened as he approached. His hand snatched up a plastic chair and planted it beside the one she was laying on. He tried to keep his eyes off the mass amount of skin she was baring. He didn’t fail to notice that the tiny fingers snatched up the clothing. It was draped across her middle as she greeted him solemnly. She seemed eager to flash every other male here but covered herself up when he got near. Anger laced his nerves as Keiko’s laugh reached his ears. “Maybe you should have a talk with your boyfriend. Hate to make you single because he couldn’t control himself around my wife.”


Kagome was startled at the coldness and hatred in his voice. It had her sitting up to look pass him to see Hojo flirting with Keiko. The image of them two laying together entered her mind. Was something going on between those two? Not that she really cared one way or the other. She hadn’t been with Hojo since she’d been with Yusuke. She wasn’t going to speak that thought out loud though. How the hell could she subject herself to boring old missionary after having Yusuke going at her? A blush spread across her cheeks as the tingling began between her legs. “Whatever, they are just talking. Just because you feel the need to be an ass to others doesn’t mean some men don’t know how to be pleasant to females. Oops, wait I stand corrected. If it has a pair of large breasts and a suitable ass you know how to be more than pleasant.”


“No, I can’t disagree there. I just be pleasant to people I like. I just came over to inform you of a few things. I don’t care if you can’t satisfy your man. If he feels the need to sate himself elsewhere, then he should go find himself another woman. I’m very possessive about what is mine. Even if we were both into swinging, he has nothing I’d be interested in. My tastes don’t run to plain and bitchy. If I make a trade, it’d have to be a fair one. Unless he’s secretly dating that blonde over there then I suggest you tell him to back off. The next time Keiko comes home smelling like your boyfriend, you’ll be attending a funeral.” Yusuke saw the frown as he threatened her boyfriend. He’d probably end up confronting Keiko about it later anyways. He’d known that this party had been in the works for today and hadn’t wanted it to be put on hold. Everyone coming would have wanted to know why it was cancelled.


“Fuck you, I don’t want you to be interested in what he has because ‘it’ couldn’t care less about you. As far as I’m concerned you should heed your own words. If Keiko is allowing it to happen, then she must not be satisfied as well. Me and Hojo are just dating so I have no reason to make him satisfied unless I feel the need to. You on the other hand are married but your wife is interested in another. That doesn’t say much for you does it. Makes me wonder in just what department you are lacking. Then again,” she let her eyes drop to the edge of the waistband of his jean shorts. “Maybe I don’t have to wonder. I know what Hojo has, guess now Keiko does to. Can’t help but notice she’s smiling more these days.”


He saw red at the implied insult. Just what the fuck had Keiko been telling her? He knew his wife wasn’t always happy with their sex life, never had been. A slow growl erupted from his chest as the girl rolled her eyes at him. “I can’t help but notice that Hojo actually has some taste. I always wondered what dumbass would be desperate enough to actually want to date you. Why do you think I didn’t want you two coming around so often? Put a man that is stuck with an ugly, flat ass, weak, and simple-minded female around one that is beautiful, smart, strong-willed, with a hot body and see what happens. That same male will find himself trying to ditch the trash for something better. Any man that wants to be able to get an erection will do it. You did this by coming around when you weren’t wanted.”


Shame and rejection made her move as he glared. The disgust and hatred she saw there made her chest clench painfully. A tear broke free before she could stop it. It didn’t matter that the scowl left his face seeing the transgression. She didn’t need anyone’s pity or for him to like her. It hurt to think that Keiko had only been having her around because she had a thing for Hojo. It also hurt somewhat to know that he’d been cheating with the woman. Not so much that she loved the man, it just made Yusuke’s words all the more true. Would she ever be enough for someone to just love her for her? When would she not be second best to another female? “Go to hell!”


Her words caused everyone to stop what they were doing. She didn’t care anymore, she was tired of it. Let Keiko be with whom she wanted. Let Hojo try to win the woman. She didn’t care! She tried to tell herself Yusuke’s opinion didn’t matter but then why did his words hurt so much? “As far as I’m concerned she can have him and you. You can double team her for all I care. I don’t need your fucking acceptance or for you to like me. You are nothing as far as I am concerned. You are a stupid selfish bastard that has decided to make my life hell for some unknown reason. I never want to see any of you ever again. Especially you,” she slapped at the hand that reached out for her. Shizuru was now at her side trying to calm her.


“Take it easy girl, try to calm down.” She didn’t try to reach out again but hoped the girl would listen. Shizuru glanced over towards Keiko, she also looked ready to cry. Her hands were cupped over her face in horror. Hojo looked too stunned to speak. Just what the hell was going on here? The girl’s words didn’t make any sense. But Yusuke didn’t look any happier about what was taking place. She directed her gaze to the distressed detective. Kurama had joined her to stand next to the furious boy. “Do you mind explaining what is going on?”


“Simple, I told her to keep her fucking man away from Keiko. But like usual she’s being a bitch. Can’t accept the truth it seems.” He sneered as Shizuru placed a hand on the raven head trying to console the girl who looked to be on the verge of tears. Hurt laced through him at the words echoing in his mind. She didn’t have to worry about ever seeing him again after this. Him and Keiko were through, so he’d have no reason to put up with her presence. “Go ahead cause a scene, couldn’t handle it maturely. Couldn’t keep your man so now let’s cry and get sympathy. Let everyone see how pathetic you are.”


Kagome felt rage at the words. She wasn’t pathetic! She might not be beautiful or brave or even smart but she did have some qualities. The words sounded so much like the ones from the past. Her palm itched until it collided with the side of his face. The harsh slap echoed as the air around them stilled. It didn’t help her feel better but her palm stung slightly compared to her rampant feelings. She gasped as she saw the flash before everything moved in slow motion. She blinked to find Kurama holding the man’s outstretched palm. He’d been about to hit her back. Shizuru steadied her as she took a step back in fear.


She shook the hold keeping her in the same place. The unconstrained fury in the toushin’s eyes made her panic. The fox was holding him barely as Kuwabara came to try and assist. He was swearing calling her every name she’d ever heard and then some. All that raw fury directed towards her. She had no doubt that he’d attack her regardless of her sex. No one stopped her from running as she took flight. The double door was shoved aside allowing her back into the home. The bag was snatched without pause. Thankfully, she knew exactly where her keys were stored.


It meant leaving Hojo there without a ride but he could walk home. Or have his new girlfriend take him. Keiko was calling to her as she opened the driver’s side door. Kagome knew she’d want to talk but not now. She wasn’t angry at the two for being with each other. What right did she have to make accusations? Not when she knew the truth. She’d taken something from Keiko first. Not only that but she was deceiving Yusuke as well. The man would most likely kill her if he found out the truth. He’d be pissed to realize she’d let him continue. How would he take knowing he’d slept with someone he despised?


Yusuke broke the hold as the fox’s fingers released him. What the fuck was everyone’s problem. Kuwabara’s arms wrapped around his waist, pissing him off further. The girl didn’t know just how lucky she was. He’d been about ready to snatch her by the neck and fucking make her care. The slap had done nothing but hurt his pride. He was used to Keiko decking him and Kagome had a much softer blow. He swore again as the strong bulky arms tried to squeeze the air from his lungs, “Stupid shit! Dammit let me fucking go Kuwabara.” He got tired of being restrained and twisted the wrist latched onto him. His friend yelped in pain but released him. “What the fuck?”


“Sorry, Yusuke but you can’t hit a girl.” Kuwabara massaged the tender flesh as the Detective narrowed his eyes. “I don’t care if she hit you, you deserved it. You don’t talk to a girl that way. You sure don’t make one cry either. Think you’d have better manners after being married for so long.”


“Dammit, I wasn’t going to hit her.” He’d been about to kiss her. His anger doubled as the fox gave him a skeptical look. He couldn’t admit the truth, so let them believe that he’d been about to smack the girl back. Still the urge to follow was strong making him start walking towards the front yard. Screaming could be heard as he rounded the corner of the house. Kuwabara was hot on his trails as he turned to see Hojo screaming at Keiko. The two seemed to be in a hot debate until they heard him approaching. Brown eyes scanned to see the car missing meaning the girl was gone.


“I told you, but you said to wait. Now, I’ll have to go find her. Who knows how she’s going to handle this. It don’t help when he’s treating her like that. I told you from the start that her health was never that good. What the hell am I going to do if this causes her to have a relapse?” Hojo frowned as the angry man came towards them. He wasn’t sure how the man had found out about the affair. He liked Keiko but he’d always loved Kagome. He wasn’t sure who he wanted and now the choice was no longer his. Not to mention now he was worried about his girlfriend. Even though she seemed better the last two years there were times she didn’t look right.


Yusuke smiled as Hojo turned to him finally realizing his predicament. It took all he had to hold back but no one interfered as his fist slammed into the man’s face. Keiko screamed as her lover went back into Shizuru’s car. It made a sickening thud as he crashed into the metal. It made him feel a little better about everything. Some of his anger was relieved more as he turned to Keiko. “I can’t believe I’ve fucking felt guilty for all these months. At least I had the decency to remain faithful. Then you have the nerve to come home last night without even washing your ass first. I should have kicked your ass out last night but I was trying to be considerate. Just what kind of birthday present were you going to hand her, a used condom?”


“Don’t you speak to me like that Yusuke! Maybe if you weren’t so busy fawning over other women then I might not have had to find comfort elsewhere. I’m not sure what the hell you want but it sure isn’t me. You have every right to be pissed at me and Hojo but you had absolutely no right to attack Kagome. She’s the innocent party here, she’s done nothing wrong. And you wonder why I’d want to be with another. Just look at how cold and callous you’ve become lately. Yet, you won’t tell me what’s wrong, you won’t talk to me. All I know is that you give me the cold shoulder but take your anger out on my best friend.” She wanted to rush over to the fallen man that was groaning but refrained from showing any immediate emotions.


“Say what you want but I’m not the one that fucked someone else. In an hour I’ll have my shit packed and I’ll be gone. You don’t have to worry about my behavior towards her or you anymore. Hope she can forgive you because I doubt I ever will.” Yusuke spun leaving his wife calling after him. To hell with it all, he didn’t need this anymore. He’d been struggling for months and living a lie just to stay committed to his wife. She didn’t seem to have a problem running off with another. If he’d known he’d have went after Kagome from day one instead of going on like this. Now the girl couldn’t stand him and with just cause.


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