Summary: The jewel is whole. Naraku is defeated. Kagome has one choice on her hand. To stay with Inuyasha or to head home. Which one will she choose? However, as she tries to figure this problem out, another problem has entered. Someone is after the jewel, but not just the jewel, this someone is after the life of the miko and hanyou. Can they figure it out in time and will Kagome finally make her choice?

Disclaimer: I do not own anything regarding to Inuyasha. The only thing I own is the idea for the plot.
Warning: This fanfiction is Rated R for Lemons, Limes, Language, and Blood.


Choices
Chapter One

She stood staring out at the horizon. Her face was stained with tears as she held her hand against her heart. The wind whipped through her hair as it danced like the waves of the sea. She swallowed hard as she watch the birds flying out into the sunset. Somedays, she wish she coud do the same. Flap her wings and take off, leaving her problems behind her. She gave off a rough, low laugh. It didn't seem that easy to turn away and leave her troubles behind her. Ya, she could leave. There was no harm in that, except, for one. Her heart would feel like it has been ripped out of her.

Kagome gave off a long sigh as she sat down upon the ground. Wrapping her arms around her legs, she pulled them up against her chest. What else could she do? Running away would only mean that she finally admits what she has been hiding all this time. Another sigh escaped her lips as she looked down at the grass. Admitting happen to be the hardest thing for her. It hurt for her to keep it a secret, but what else could she do.

Kagome gripped the pearly-white jewel that was hanging around her neck. It seemed like it was impossible to avoid something so simple. Been close to a month since she purified the jewel and still she had it with her. She didn't have the heart to make a wish. He wouldn't even take it from her. It seemed as if there was no way to get rid of it. Twisting it in her hand, it shined with an innocent look. How could one object cause so many problems? Her mind had no answer to it.

Letting out a deep breath, she glanced up at the setting sun before looking straight up at the forever sky. Twinkling stars could be seen starting to appear. She dropped her head, resting her chin upon her knee when she heard noises behind her. Glancing just slightly, she notice him approaching. She tried giving him a smile, but only failed to release a frown.

Inuyasha walked up and sat down beside her, bringing his sword to lay across his lap. He looked out at the water watching as the waves crashed against the edges. "You shouldn't be out here by yourself."

"I know. I just needed time to think."

Inuyasha turned to look at her face. She continued to stare out, looking into the horizone. "Think about what?"

A small sigh escaped her breath as she turned to look at Inuyasha. He quickly turned away and both could feel a little heat rising over their cheeks. "Nothing special. I just keep wondering what is going to happen next." Her voice dropped as she spoke. She was afraid to hear what he had to say. What happens if he didn't want her around? What would happen if he decided that it was best for her to leave? She shook her head trying to get rid of the thoughts. No, she wanted to stay, but was that even possible.

Inuyasha leaned back against the grass. His head was resting against his crossed arms while one of his knees were bent and the other was resting against it. "That's simple. Stay with us." His answer was quick as if he had no thought about it.

"It's not that easy." The last bit of the sun disappeared behind the sea horizone. Kagome turned to look at Inuyasha. His hair was starting to darken. His golden eyes were turning to a rich brown. Another night of the new moon was approaching. "Maybe we should head back."

Inuyasha gave her a nod as the transformation finished. Standing up, Kagome reached her hand down to help him up. As Inuyasha stood up, he stared down into Kagome's eyes. They twinkled like diamonds, like sorrow that has been kept inside for so long. For some odd reason, he felt as if she was holding something from him. Giving a sigh, he followed her back to the village in silent.


Inuyasha could not sleep as he sat in the hut. Being human was not one of his favourite times. He felt helpless. Looking around the hut, he noticed Kagome resting in her corner. Shippo was curled up against her as she slept on. A smile danced across Inuyasha's face. Something about that girl always made him smile. Was it her personality of being so kind? Was it that she accepted who he was, a half-breed?

Inuyasha shifted a little and tighten his grip upon his sword. He glance out the window to the moonless sky. The conversation he and Kagome had was starting to bother him. She was right about everything. The Sacred Jewel was whole. The purification ritual took place almost a month ago and still no one had tried anything to get rid of the jewel. Inuyasha did not want to take the jewel. He made his mind up a few months ago that he did not want to become a full demon. A shiver ran up his spine as he remembered the night.

It was nothing special. They were still on their way to defeat Naraku. Inuyasha was in his normal mood, however, this time he kept avoiding everyone. He had a reason, a very good reason. He glanced back over his shoulder. He felt a small bit of sorrow course through his body. Even if his reason was good, he was being mean. However, what else could he do?

Kagome kept looking towards the ground as she walked at a slow pace. Two days, it has been two days since Inuyasha started avoiding her. For what reason, she had no idea. Just last night, she made him a special package of ramen. She thought he would like it. Instead, he knocked it out of her hand and jumped into a tree. Kagome sat back as tears developed in her eyes. She looked up from the tree to the ground where the spilled noodles laid. Unable to take it anymore, she stood up and ran. It was Sango that caught her before she could leave the camp. Kagome just weeped in her arms and then headed to bed. Since that incident, Kagome has been in a sad, gloomy mood.

Inuyasha hated seeing her like this. He clinched his hand into a tight fist. If only it wasn't that time, then maybe he could have been a tad nicer to her. She was in heat and the scent she was giving off was intoxicating to his senses. To control even himself, the only safe thing he could do was leave her alone. It was for the best, even if it meant being rude.

It seemed that nothing changed from that morning. Kagome ignored Inuyasha all day. Even when she went to the stream and Inuyasha could not smell her too much, she ignored him when he tried to talk with her. Okay, he knew he deserved it. He shouldn't have knock the ramen out of her hand, but what else could he do. Her scent almost made him lose control.

Evening came quickly. Kagome sat against a rock near Sango. She was whispering something to Sango that Inuyasha could not hear. Sango gave her a nod when Kagome leaned back. Sango whispered something to Miroku and he nodded back towards her. Both girls stood up when the whispering was done. Kagome grabbed her bag and both her and Sango disappeared into the forest.

It took some time, but Inuyasha finally learned that Sango and Kagome headed to the hot spring to allow Miroku to talk with him. He did not not spill anything regarding to Kagome being in heat. When the girls arrived back, they all decided to drop the conversation. Thats when it all happen. Something was lurking, something dark, it made him feel uneasy. Inuyasha kept looking around for the reason of the feeling. Standing up, he left the camp to figure out what was making him feel so restless.

A demon was learking it's way towards the group. It seemed like an ordinary demon. That's where it was wrong. This demon had a certain power, one that Inuyasha has never came in contact with. It made your darkest fear, your darkest desire come true. He was tired of listening to the demon and charged at it with Tetsusaiga drawn. The demon just smiled as it made him freeze in his tracks. His sword was blown away landing somewhere near by. His fear started to come out. His eyes flashed from golden to crimson. His claws started to lengthen as well as his fangs. The purple marks started to appear on his face. With a low growl, Inuyasha became a full demon.

A tastefull scent roamed to his nose. It made his inside feel twisted craving for both blood and something else. He craved his prey, but wanted it more to be his and only his. Sneaking towards the scent, he walked in the shadows, his claws stretched out. Humans talking could be heard. He appeared around the corner of a tree to notice them around a fire. The scent came strongest from the female resting against a rock. He approached, ignoring the screaming voices in his head. He walked around in shadows till he arrived right behind the human girl. She did not move. She could not tell that he was even there. His clawed hand sneaked around her stomach. She gasped as she looked down only to have another hand sneak over her mouth. When the other humans of the group, turned away, he pulled her towards him, into the darkness.

Kagome looked up into Inuyasha's eyes with fear and terror. She noticed the crimson color of his eyes, the purple streaks across his face. She tried to back away only to come crashing down upon the ground. She looked at what she tripped over and notice Tetsusaiga laying on the ground. He cracked his claws and bent down to claim his prey. Kagome closed her eyes and gave off a shiver as she felt his claws trace her legs. Throwing her arms out, she grabbed the sword and held it close, hoping against anything that he would transform back to his hanyou self.

Nothing seemed to work. His claws continued to trace over her leg as he moved them up her side. He inhaled the scent deeply. To claim her, was the only thing on his mind. This was not prey, instead this human, this woman was going to be his mate. A rip came from the side. Kagome gasped as she felt the side of her shirt being ripped.

Tears started to leak from her eyes. She was scared and unsure what to do. Another gasped escaped her lips as she felt the sword pulsate. Inuyasha backed away staring with a confuse look at the sword. He reached his hand down and gripped it tight before sinking down to the ground. He placed his hands around his head as the pain developed over his body. Kagome could see the crimson color of his eyes flashing as they turned back to a golden hue. The purple marks that once painted his face disappearing into the night. Inuyasha looked up. He noticed the scent of salty water. Glancing at Kagome, he noticed the tear on her shirt. He jumped back with a quick movement. Kagome tried to approach him, however, he turned and ran.

A sigh escaped Inuyasha's lips as the memories disappeared from his mind. He almost claimed her that night. That demon that he came up against took over his body and made him turn to his full demon self. Inuyasha shook his head. No, he is never going to be come that. He would hurt her if he did and that was something he never wanted to do.

As a yawn escaped from his exhausted body, he glanced at the window to see the rising colors of red and orange. His sense of smell was starting to sharpen. His finger nailes were starting to grow back to their claw length. A bright light shined through the window and Inuyasha gave a wide stretch as the transformation finished making him a hanyou once again. Gripping the Tetsusaiga tighter against himself, he leaned back against the wall and closed his eyes. The darkness of sleep soon took over him.


The water felt good as Kagome and Sango sat in the hot spring. Both needed time to rest. Just as soon as everyone woke up, a couple of villagers from a distant village ran in screaming about demons. Everyone, including Kagome ran to the village. With quick movements, Inuyasha and Miroku destroyed the big demons. Sango took out the meduim size demons and Kagome used her arrows to destroy the rest.

With the village safe, Sango and Kagome took their chances on escaping to the hot spring. "I wonder why that village was under attack. The jewel is with me." said Kagome as she looked down at the Sacred Jewel as it shined in the water.

"I wouldn't know." replied Sango.

Both girls gave a sigh before hearing the cracking sounds of wood. Sango clinched her hand before picking up a rock and throwing it into the bushes. A loud "ow" was heard. Kagome gave a shake of her head before stepping out of the spring with the towel wrapped around her. Bidding Sango good-bye, she grabbed her clothing and headed down a path to change clothing.

With just her shirt needing to put on, she glanced around the surrounding of the areas. She knew she was not alone. His presence was very easy to tell. Kagome gave a sigh before yelling the word. "Sit boy."

A loud thump was heard in the distance and soon the sound of running could be heard. Kagome gave a giggle as she knew that he would be mad. "What in hell did you do that for?" Inuyasha voice sounded mad and deep. He was not happy for being sat.

Kagome gave off another giggle before walking off. "Oh, just for your notice, I hate people watching me get dress."

"What? I wasn't even spying on you. I heard something in the distance and it happen to be a demon. Why in hell would I even bother to look at you?"

Kagome gave a sharp gasp as she looked at Inuyasha. He knew something was wrong. Inuyasha backed up only to heard the fatal word. "Sit. Sit. Sit. SIT. You can be a real jerk sometime and this time you made it big." With that, Kagome picked up her bag and ran through the forest, not knowing where she was heading.


Kagome could feel the tears stinging her eyes as she ran through the forest. Finally running out of breath, she stopped near a fallen tree and sat down. Looking around, it finally came to her that she did not know where she was at. It was still the same forest, but a different section. Noises started to appear in different directions. Some that she never heard before. Being without her bow and arrow, she felt a little nervous. Maybe it wasn't such a good idea to run off.

Her hand reached up to her neck. The jewel hung losely as it shined in the dull light of the forest. The noises she kept hearing were tracing around the area. She did not feel like she was alone. Someone or something was watching her.


Inuyasha pushed himself off the ground cursing loudly as he got to his feet. He turned around in once circle trying his hardest to find where Kagome went. He could smell her scent. He cursed again. She ran into parts of the forest that even he will not venture in. Unknown demons made their homes there. Some that even Inuyasha could not destroy. Jumping into the trees, Inuyasha raced to find her before anything could happen.

Weird sounds started to echo across the forest as Inuyasha jumped from branch to branch. Another curse escaped his lips. He should have known better that Kagome was going to run. She had the stupid jewel with her and Inuyasha had to run to her angry about being sat. Another curse escaped. The scent of demons were starting to get stronger. He had to find Kagome fast.

Another jump, followed by another as he heard a scream in the distance. "Damn it!" He raced across the ground to come to the area where the scream came from. Kagome sat backed up against a tree covering her head in protections. Three demons were prawling the ground ready to take her as food, but also to take the jewel.

Inuyasha landed on the ground making the demons turn towards him. "The jewel is ours, half-breed." said one of the demons with a deep hiss.

"So is the girl." said the other. It bared it's claws and fangs.

Inuyasha released a growl as he pulled the Tetsusaiga from it's sheath. "Over my dead body." The demons growled and started to run towards Inuyasha. He had his sword raised and gave a smirk as the windo wiped around it. He let it crash to the ground as he shouted the terms. "Wind Scar!" The demons were caught in the blast. Each demon was blasted leaving only ash to disappear in the wind.

With the demons gone, Inuyasha sheathed his sword before walking over to Kagome. She still held her hands wrapped around her head. He could smell the fear drifting off of her. However, it wasn't just fear, it was also salty water. She was crying. "Is it...is it over?" She asked between sobs.

"Yes." Inuyasha was bending down upon one knee. He used his hand to move Kagome's arms from her head. She looked at him with tearfull eyes. Her face was read from the tears, but also tired from the screaming. She wrapped her arms around his neck as she cried into his haori. He could hear her whispering sorry to him. He just wrapped his arms around and picked her up before walking back to the village.


A pair of grayish-blue eyes blinked as it watched the hanyou and miko walk out of the forest. A smile danced across the demon's face as she stepped out of the shadows. They have been searching far too long. There search finally came to an end. The miko who protected the Sacred Jewel, the hanyou who protected the miko, it was all true and existed in this forest, next to this small village. The demon backed away before disappearing in a small pop.

Her smile was still over her face as she arrived at a small castle. Another demon similar to her was sitting on the wall looking out at the horizone. When he notice her arrival, he dropped down, hoping on good news. "Did you find it? Did you find the village that has the miko and the hanyou?" He asked.

"Yes. The miko is protected by the hanyou. She is the one who protects the jewel. I watched them in action. It will be easy to still the jewel."

"Good." The male demon walked inside followed by the female. His plan was now ready to be put into action. The jewel would soon be theirs. The miko would be dead and so would the hanyou. The magic users would soon have the power to control everything.