Youkai Academy

Chapter 1

Kagome bristled under the numerous youkai auras' that were currently bombarding her senses. Peering out the large window was an elegantly constructed courtyard with beautifully manicured foliage that complimented the pale lavender buildings, white stone walkways, and large fountains. It looked like a Western-style palace, a sight that should have left her awed or distracted by its beauty, yet she was beyond uncomfortable and panicked.

Upon crossing the gilded gates of the prestigious school, she'd almost screamed, it had been the first time she'd had an inkling of youkai, and on top of that, it was overwhelming.

After making her wish on the Shikon, her time had been altered, almost as if her journey into the past had never happened. But she took it in stride, taking her scars as fact that the memories that lived so vividly in her mind and heart were real. And her powers also helped solidified her conviction in her suddenly missing past.

She had used that time given back to her to work towards a brighter future for herself. Kagome engrossed herself with her studies, becoming first in her class- despite her constant difficulties with math- and became president of the archery club and part of the historical club.

And since she wanted the best for her future, Kagome had set her sights on Ouran Academy. It might be a snobbish school catering to rich and pampered children of the "first-class", that also meant they had the best teachers and curriculum available. And with such a prestigious school on her resume would help her get into any reputable college.

But that didn't explain why she was suddenly feeling the presence of dozens, if not hundreds of youkai, and one of the strongest sat just behind the large desk separating her from the Chairman of Ouran Academy. His gentle gaze and kind smile helping her feel a bit more comfortable, but she still was unnerved by the aura surrounding him.

He was a youkai, an inu from the familiar feeling she felt around Sesshomaru. Although she never was good about telling a youkai's type by their aura- seeing as she didn't have anyone to practice with- plus, it was just a feeling.

And although she doubted anyone here would harm her for being a miko- as they were living in the 21st century-, Kagome made a point to shield her aura and clamored to keep her reiryoku under control.

"On behalf of the Academy, I am happy to welcome you both to our school," the older man smiled warmly. And Kagome briefly looked to the girl beside her, she was human through and through. A pretty girl with large doe eyes and a gentleness that only added to her simple fair-skinned beauty.

"Starting with the first semester, we will be expecting great things from the both of you. Best of luck, ladies," Mr. Suoh then continued with what seemed like a rehearsed welcoming speech.

When the time came for them to leave, the older gentleman had called her to stay back, letting the girl; Haruhi Fujioka, leave. Kagome looked to the man-youkai- with nervous sapphire eyes.

"Ms. Higurashi, I am sadly going to have to ask that you reframe from participating in the archery club," her eyes widened fearfully, the look he gave her was both knowing and imposing. Her heart raced, had he really found her out too quickly. "This might seem controversial, seeing as you were accepted on a sports scholarship, but I'm sure you've already noticed this school caters to a specific clientele," his aura rose up ominously.

Her eyes fell to the floor briefly before she was able to steal her nerves. She had faced far worse than this Inu youkai who paled in comparison to Sesshomaru-sama. "I'm well aware. So are you rejecting my scholarship than?"

He smirked. "Oh no, not at all, my dear. On the contrary, I think it would do the youngsters some good to be exposed to those of your caliber, miko."

Her brow twitched, and heart clenched. It had been so long since she had been called as such. "Then what will become of me, I don't exactly have the money to afford the tuition of your school."

A gentle chuckle brightened his eyes, and he leaned forward, leaning on his elbows with his chin on the back of his clasped hands. "The scholarship is yours, you did earn it after all, and now we simply must have you attend. Having a mortal of your stature will no doubt make for a more diverse campus. We'll simply have to reliable the scholarship as an honors scholarship, your grades were exceptional. I do apologize if you were hoping to head the archery club, but do feel free to join any of our other clubs."

"And the youkai students, will I be needing to fear for my safety? I may not have any ill will towards youkai, but that doesn't mean some of the students will agree with my presence."

"I promise you will be safe, but please be careful not to use your powers while on campus."

Kagome smiled and stood with a bow to the Chairmen. "If there is nothing else, I look forward to my time here,"

"As do I," he smiled back.

"But before I go, may I ask a favor of you?" She asked with all the confidence she could muster. It was a stretch, but if her hunch was right, then this man -youkai- might be able to help her reconnect with those from her past.

"I'll try."

"Tell the Inu No Taisho I'm here," she almost laughed as his eyes widened a fraction. So her hunch was right.

Kagome then left heading to the student store to look at their uniforms, from the few students she saw wandering around she detested the female uniforms for the high schoolers. And once she saw the prices of said uniforms, Kagome quickly settled for the male uniform, only bothering to purchase a tie and blazer as a white dress shirt and pants wouldn't look any different from what was being sold, at least not to her.