Damsel on Display by SunsetMiko

Unfair Comparison

I do not own Inuyasha and I make no money from writing these stories.

Chapter 6 - Unfair Comparison

More than a day had gone by since the world as she knew it crumbled around her. She'd dragged herself through the day's presentations, only to lock herself in her room immediately after. Her boyfriend hadn't even attempted to call her back until mid-morning, more than likely purposely waiting until he knew she wouldn't be able to take the call, the bastard. And now that she was free, when she called, it was no surprise she once again got his voicemail.

All right, she had to admit that even with the miniscule hope that Sesshoumaru might have more interest in her than a free peep show, she was still pretty damned upset. She'd given the best years of her life to that stupid hanyou! Now that she knew what a damned cheater he was, she couldn't help but wonder how long. How long had he been sneaking around behind her back? How many times and with how many different women? Or was it just her sister? Was there something about Kikyo that made her better?

Kagome had always been insecure when it came to her sister. Kikyo was more of a classic beauty, flawless skin, perfectly straight hair, and deep brown eyes. She was gorgeous, and Kagome, standing next to her, paled in comparison. Inuyasha had known them both before they had started dating, so if he had been more attracted to Kikyo, surely he would have asked her out first, right? As far as she knew, the hanyou had only ever shown an interest in her, but now... now she obviously had reason to doubt.

The insecurity that always dwelled inside her rose up to the surface while she dipped further into despair. Once again, her sister stole something that was hers, took it right out from under her nose without a care as to what kind of pain it would cause her. Kikyo had always been that way, cruel and selfish.

Kagome clung to her phone, staring at his last message.

Poisonous @PoisonClaws -  'She is nothing compared to you.'

The  miko sighed as the romantic in her squealed with joy. His message was the only bit of happiness she'd experienced all day.

Kagome @ShikonMiko -  'Do you mean that? Really? I'm hurt enough as it is - I don't need someone playing games.'

The speed with which he replied made her smile. He was sitting around just waiting for his phone to chime. She didn't doubt that he was glued to that chair of his like always, watching her, hopefully empty, but more likely than not in use, bedroom.

Poisonous @PoisonClaws -  'I would never play games with your heart. It is precious and I would guard it with my life. You have no idea what you mean to me.'

Kagome frowned at the phone. How could she mean anything to him? Was he talking about how much he enjoyed his masturbation time with naked miko visual aides to assist him? He had barely spoken to her in the years she had been dating his half-brother. Even if he knew he couldn't have her, surely he would have given some hint of his interest.

Kagome @ShikonMiko -  'If that's true, then why haven't you told me, showed me you care? Why are you hiding your identity?'

This time his response took several long, torturous minutes, but finally it came with a chirp.

Poisonous @PoisonClaws -  'Because being in your presences makes me nervous... I do not wish to look like a tongue-tied fool. It is hell to want what I know I cannot have.'

"Awwww," Kagome cooed aloud. Okay, when she got home, and dealt with Inuyasha, this guy was getting a serious reward for that one. She smirked as a plan began to form in her mind, and after a minute of trying to settle on the wording, she sent it.

Kagome @ShikonMiko -  'How can you be so sure you cannot have me? Inuyasha no longer does. Perhaps now is your chance.'