Fated Hearts

I don’t own any of these names or Inuyasha, but I do own the story. I hope everyone enjoys this story; I had to put a lot of thought into this one.
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~~~Fated Hearts~~~

~~~Chapter 1: Oceanside~~~

Kagome stepped off the plane and cameras flashed frantically for just a chance to catch her image. She smiled, waved, even posed for a few until Shippou, her assistant, scurried her away. It was definitely hard dealing with the pressures of stardom, especially when you looked like her.

She stood about 5’8” and was absolutely stunning. Her long, slender legs were connected to an hourglass figure. With ebony hair that shown blue in light hanging in waves to her hips, soft honey-kissed skin, full luscious lips, and the most beautiful silver eyes touched with a hint of blue, there wasn’t a head she couldn’t turn. Problem was, she really didn’t think the same.

Her modesty made her only more appealing to the public. She was pleasant and kind, never acting like the movie star she was. She was never one to say no to anything, always donating her time and money to charities. She never turned anyone away; which of course meant that someone had to get her to where she needed to be on time.

Shippou grabbed her arm, pulling her through the massive crowds that had formed because people had already informed the press of her arrival. He may have been shorter than Kagome, but he was well built. He was definitely well enough to fend off the unwanteds that she attracted like flies.

With short red, curly hair and freckles, Shippou was no movie star, but still very cute. Not that it even mattered to Kagome. She had hired him because he was a loyal, trusted friend, and practically her younger brother. He never left her side, following her every movie, keeping her safe and telling her where she needed to be within the next five minutes. “Kagome, we need to get your bags and get going to the set so we can get the keys to your condo,” he said as they emerged from the crowd. She just smiled and nodded.

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After they retrieved her bags they headed for the limo, still followed by crowds of fans and reporters. Shippou quickly ushered her into the limo to escape the crowds. She made herself comfortable inside and waved out the window at all the people as they pulled off.

As the fans began to get out of sight, she went into a daze, fantasizing about what her next house would be like. “Shippou, what kind of condo do you think they gave me? I asked for something on the ocean since we are on the coast. I also asked for something secluded too. Do you think I’ll get it?” She had gotten so excited to hear that the ocean was where she was going to shoot her next film. There wasn’t anything she loved more than sleeping to the relaxing sounds of the waves crashing upon the shore. It was the most effective remedy to drowning out her nightmares.

Shippou smiled because it was exactly what she was getting, but decided to toy with her. “Hmm… could be. You know they were talking about this beautiful condo earlier, just like you described. But I’m not sure which lead is going to get it.” He saw the flash of worry cross her face and a pang of guilt forced him to end the charade. He never could have fun at her expense. She was too kind to deserve that kind of treatment. “Oh sweet, silly, Kagome,” he sighed. “You are Kagome Higurashi, the highest paid actress to date. If you were to say jump, they would ask how high. When are you going to realize your superiority? Better yet, when are you going to realize you can get anything your heart desires?”

Her reply was a blank stare until they finally arrived at the set, causing a smile to slowly creep across her lips. Shippou knew that look she had gave him, and it was her famous ‘I have no clue what you’re talking about’ look. He just shook his head in disbelief. She could be so dense sometimes.

The limo stopped and they both headed straight for the director to get her keys. She couldn’t wait to see him. Kagome did her first movie with Miroku, along with several after that. He was the one who introduced her to fame. Not only that, but his wife was her best friend.

Kagome and Shippou found him in his office and greeted them warmly as they entered. “Shippou it is good to see you again,” he said firmly shaking his hand. He turned to Kagome grinning and bowed. “Always such a pleasure my dear Kagome.”

She nearly burst out in laughter as he bowed. This was not her Miroku. He hadn’t even come close to her yet. “There’s no need to be so decent on my behalf Miroku! I know the inner pervert, unless…” she paused for a moment smiling. “Unless Sango has tamed you?” she asked as she arched her brow.

Miroku and Sango had gotten married two years prior, and as far as they were concerned they were still on their honeymoon. Everyone that knew Miroku, said that the infatuation wouldn’t last and that his hands would be forced to wander again. But they had no idea what they were talking about. At first sight he was smitten with her in every way, and did everything in his power to win her over. Which was extremely hard because all Sango knew about Miroku was that he was a lecher. After being beat up about thirty dozen times for groping her ass, she agreed to go out with him, and they’ve been dating ever since. But Miroku did have to pay a price; having a wife that has the capabilities to kick your ass and threatens to do so all the time, is quite the disadvantage.

Shippou laughed. “I don’t think he is tame! I just think he’s scared. Look, he stayed a good five feet from your ass Kagome!”

Sango opened the door to Miroku’s office and made her way into the room and conversation. She had seen Kagome’s limo and was yearning to talk with her friend. “Yeah, I suppose you can only endure so many bruises before you start to behave,” she said slyly wrapping her arms around Miroku, laughing with Kagome. She pointed to the obviously recent bump on his forehead. “Sometimes I think that I’ve damaged his brain from the constant reminders of who he should be looking at!”

The girls rolled on the floor with laughter and Shippou just smirked. Miroku just shook his head in self-pity. This was going to be hell for him, putting those two together just meant trouble for him.

Shippou was the first to break the laughter. “You know the sooner I get Kagome’s keys, the sooner I can separate the two and leave you in one piece.”

Miroku practically jumped to the drawer at his desk, yanking out the keys and tossing them to Shippou. “Great idea!” Seeing the pout cross his lover’s face he quickly added, “Don’t worry my love. You may go see her for as long as you like. Stay the night even. I know it’s been a long time since you have both seen each other.”

Kagome squealed with delight. “Come over any time you would like! You are the only guest allowed into my place. No offense Miroku, but you just can’t take the shit we dish out when we are together.”

“None taken. As a matter of fact, you both know how busy I get during a movie, and it would be doing all of us a favor. Just cause your trouble away from me!” Miroku said calmly as he returned to his desk.

“It’s settled then!” Sango said. “Kagome, I will be over after the first shoot tonight.” She turned to look at Miroku once more. “You better behave.”

Both girls clasped hands and began jumping and squealing frantically in their excitement, until Shippou finally got fed up. “Kagome lets get going already!” he yelled over their ruckus. “We’ve only two and a half hours before we have to get back!”

“Okay, okay, okay.” Kagome reluctantly complied. “Don’t forget to come over Sango!” With that Shippou had pulled her out the door and hurried her to the limo.

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They drove down the winding road with Kagome beaming the whole way. She had the windows open, hair streaming about her faced in the ocean winds, singing to the songs on the radio.

As they pulled up to the condo Kagome grinned from ear to ear. It was just what she had wanted and it was beautiful. It was the most beautiful beachfront property she had seen yet. It stood on it’s own corner of beach, three sides of the house surrounded by ocean. It was a pale blue with silver trim, with a wooden wrap around deck.

The inside was even more amazing. Everything in the house had an ocean theme to it. The carpets were different shades of blue and white. Although only having three bedrooms, each bedroom had a complete bathroom, Jacuzzi and all. The showers were a set of 16 different showerheads all positioned for a shower of a lifetime. The kitchen was all done in marble and the walls were a living aquarium. The 70” TV was in the living room, surrounded by two navy blue leather couches and chair. The dining room was beautifully done with mahogany with a beautiful chandelier hanging over the dinner table.

To her surprise there was also a weight room in the basement, an indoor pool with sauna, and a four-car garage. What mattered most though was the master bedroom had a beautiful window and balcony overlooking the ocean. Absolute delight settled across her features as she laid her eyes upon that balcony. “Shippou this is absolutely amazing!” she said as she stood on the balcony, taking in the ocean air.

He smiled and went to go gather their suitcases. “Only the best for you,” he said as he walked off. He would leave her here for a bit because it made her happy, plus he really needed to unpack. From the looks of it, she was going to be twirling around outside in the ocean breeze all day.

Kagome eventually stopped twirling and helped Shippou unpack; making them only ten minutes late for her re-acquaintance with her hairstylist Kimmi before the shooting began.

Kagome burst into her dressing room. “Kimmi, I’m so sorry we’re late!”

Kimmi looked down at her watch and laughed. “Actually, I wasn’t expecting you for at least another thirty minutes. You are actually early.”

Kagome glared at Shippou. “Shippou!”

He just shrugged his shoulders. “Hey, I had to get you here on time somehow.”

Kimmi motioned for Kagome to get in the chair. “Come on. We might as well get started.”

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