AN: Yes I know I know. I still have stories that I haven't updated. But I have been watching Yu Yu Hakusho and been watching video's on youtube with a Kagome and Kurama pairing. Slowly this story has entered my mind over the past month and I couldn't stop it from coming out. Thus this story was born. I plan on updating my story Criss Cross soon, this idea wouldn't let me.

Also I own nothing. everything belongs to the respectful owners of the true stories.

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Chapter 1

Kagome had just left the small hut. She raised her arms in the air stretching out her body. With the jewel now complete she was able to come to and fro from her time to this one. She smiled softly as the wind blew through her hair. Taking in her surroundings she was quite pleased with the fact that all was peaceful. It seemed that with the jewel now completed and gone, the demon attacks on the village had died down and with that so did the return to normalcy. Of course there was the rare chance a demon would venture near the village but was quickly taken control of by Inuyasha. A soft smile graced her lips and she moved down the old dirt road. She moved seeing the childen playing. She laughed softly as Shippo was there in the middle of their antics. It was nice seeing the child relaxing and able to have fun. It had been two years since the battle and already he had grown. Kagome sighed softly as she looked him over. He had the distinct figure of a human. He still had his demon traits showing. His ears had moved to the top of his head, his tail was there, as was his fangs. When She had asked him how he took this form, the young fox would shrug. He didn't know, though he had speculated that since he had gotten stronger he had changed. Of course they would never know even the foxes at the school were unsure. It was possible it had to do with his blood line, whatever that may have been. Biting her lower lip, the young woman turned and walked on.

There had been so many changes she was unsure what to think about them. Miroku and Sango married three months ago and were currently on their honeymoon with the help of Sesshomaru who stated the two should have alone time away from the village. Inuyasha stayed in the village to protect it. He would say it wasn't worth his time, but the woman knew better. The young half demon had grown, he was more mature and more assured of himself. He even made lead way in his relationship with his brother. That first step they took was the most tensed. Kagome remebered clearly when Sesshomaru came to the village to have a dinner with them. Kagome, Shippo, and little Rin sat as far as they could. The end result was shocking. Both brothers had started a staring contest. That was when the little fox decided to have fun. He started to make faces at Inuyasha behind the eldest brothers back. After trying hard not to laugh the youngest brother started laughing. Of course Sesshomaru turned and looked at the kit. The stotic mask he wore eventually collasped and a small brief smile caught on the cold demon lords lips. Of course he told them if they let a soul know, that he wouldn't hesitate to kill them, the only exception was Rin. After that everything clicked together. Sesshomaru would vist at least once a month and bring along Rin.

Kagome stopped walking as she saw a fuming Inuyasha walking towards her. In his hand was a scrunched up scroll. With her head tilted to the side she would step closer to him, only to stop short as he sent a glare her way. Kagome cringed taking a step back. When he would look at her in that way, she knew she could have possibly done something wrong. Inuyasha stopped and pointed a finger at her. Kagome would move her own hand pointing to herself, her heart beating like a hammer in her chest the closer he got, not once did he lower his finger from her small form.

"Do you have any idea what that bastard brother of mine wants!" He stated as he got closer. Kagome would only shake her head, black hair hitting her face repeatedly. He stood in front of her holding the damaged scroll out for her to read," One of Sesshomaru's guards came and gave this to me. We are being called to the western castle for a celebration of the truce between the West and the small territory of the East."

She would look up at him and then to the scroll. There it was written. Sesshomaru had written that they were to come to the West. They were to be ready in three days time, he aalso added to bring Shippo along. Blue hues read and re-read the letter," I don't see how this is my fault. So don't deny it either I see the accusations running through those eyes of your's." She added and sighed heavily. She rolled the scroll up thinking. She had nine weeks of summer break starting. With a nod of her head she looked back to her companion once more," Well I have to go home and get some supplies then. I have a couple nice Yukata's, I'm sure that my mom has a nice Kimono I can use for a while. How long will we be gone for?"

Inuyasha stood looking at her, his mouth opening and closing quickly," You can't be serious! He wants us to come doesn't mean we have too!"

Kagome raised a hand to her face as she started to walk towards the well," Inuyasha you know him as well as I do. If Sesshomaru sent the invitations that means we are being told to go. We don't have a choice. His word is basically law. I don't know about you, but I would rather go than for him to come here and have a royal shouting match with you."

Inuyasha said nothing, only to mumble under his breath. He knew she was right, he couldn't fight them both. He was at a dead end street with no where to turn. He looked up at her as she turned to look at him a smile on her face. He broke then, shaking his head. With her there it wouldn't be too bad. With a sigh he stepped in front of the old well. His clawed hand rested on the wooden surface as he looked into the black abyess. The woman stood beside and slowly she moved sitting on the ledge looking into the darkness with him. Her small hand came clasping over his. The small action caught his attention, looking towards her. The smile on her lips was one that could melt a person's soul. Smiling back he went and hugged her," Don't take longer than two days. Grab your supplies and get ready doing...whatever girls do.."

Kagome laughed softly, hugging him back in a friendly embrace," Trust me, I will be back on the morning of the third day." With that she pulled away from him, pushing herself down the well. The familer soft blue color came from within before dying. He sighed as he continued to look into the well before turning away going back towards the village. He had to prepair for the journay himself.

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Kagome quickly ran into her home laughing as she entered. The smell of lemon was the first thing to greet her. Throwing her shoes off she ran towards the kitchen, finding her mother cooking at the stove," Mama, I need to tell you something."

With those words the older woman turned, a soft smile on her lips. Kagome had already taken a seat at the table. Slowly she began to explain what had occured and how she needed help in retreiving her old yukata's and if possible maybe borrowing one of her mothers more elegant Kimonos. smiled softly, knowing that her daughter was wanting to spend most of her summer in the past with her friends and adopted son. In a way she was surprised that her daughter hadn't decided to just stay there. In a way she was glad, she wasn't ready for her daughter to leacve just yet. With that she stood moving back to the stove. Stirring the food, she felt her daughter watching her as she pretended to think on it. A light laugh filled the air," Go on and get cleaned up and go get what you need for your journey. By the time you get back I will have what you need ready."

Kagome didn't say another word but smiled happily running out of the room to bathe. Mentally making a list of what she had to get done.

The rest of the day flew by in a blur. Kagome had managed to get a small hair cut, buy items for both Rin and Shippo, ramen for Inuyasha, and some personal supplies that she needed for herself. When she entered the house the bags in hand, she was surprised by the boxes that lined the couch in the living room. Slowly she moved into the area there, her mother sat folding a lovely kimono into a box. The young girl said nothing as she continued to watch her mother. The kimono that was being packed was not the one her mother wore before. This one was different, the way her mother handled it was with with so much care, it was almost as if it was a baby. Her mother looked up as she placed the lid on siad box and placed it with the others. She patted the now empty spot beside her. Kagome moved with soft steps. She sat down and her mother pulled a small box out and held it to her. Kagome opened the box and gasped softly. There sitting on baby blue silk was a hair pin. Jeweled flowers decorated the top. Rubies and sapphires came dangeling down. It looked so delicate, that she didn't wish to pick it up for fear of breaking it. Blue orbs looked over to her mother who just smiled," This was a gift from your great-great grandmother. This is what the woman in our family usually wear for our weddings. But since this seems to be a special occassion, I have decided to let you take it with you."

No words could describe how Kagome felt. Arms moved around her mother's neck as she clunged onto her," Thank you."

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Two days had passed, as promised Kagome showed up on the morning of the third day. Though she had to take a few trips to grab all of the items she needed and the gifts that she was to give. She was actually dizzy by the time she was done. It took Inuyasha, Shippo, and Kagome to carry it all to the village. When they arrived they noticed that the transportation had yet to arrive. Kagome sighed in relief moving quickly into their small hut to change into one of the simpler yukatas. It took only a few minutes to dress, and a little bit longer to add some simple makeup to her face. She stepped out in a white yukata which was adorned with vibrant colors the bottom of the yukata was sea foam green with purple petals floating around it. Above that were a mixture of purple petals and seafoam green petals were down, looking as if they were being scattered in the wind. The top of the Kimono held the flowers in different sizes, the petals moved to the arms and rested in the same way as it did on the bottom. The obi around her waist was whaite, purple danced across the top, in the purple you could make out white birds. Shippo gave a low whistle, while Inuyasha stood there and grinned, rubbing the back of his head. Kagome blushed softly," Geeze guys, you make it seem you have never seen me in a yukata before."

"Yeah but you never looked pretty in any of the other ones," Inuyasha said without missing a beat. Kagome turned and glared at her friend, her hand raising into a fist. Shippo looked between them both shaking his head.

"Mama what hard head means," Shippo interupted," Is that you look beautiful."

Kagome turned slowly giving her adopted son a kiss on the cheek," Thank you Shippo. At least SOMEBODY is being nice to me."

With that an argument broke out between them. Shippo's tail swished back and forth, his ears twitching. HIding his laughter as he watched them. Seconds later a two head dragon came from below. Landing softly, carrying a carriage behind them. There was a guard on top. Quickly the man got down and started to help with putting their belongings in side of it. Kagome sat down her signature yellow back pack beside her, Shippo and Inuyasha close by. The take off startled her but she smiled when she looked out the window. Slowly she moved her head and looked towards the west. Unsure of what would occur, unsure of who she was to meet. With a slight frown she turned to Inuyasha, who was now leaning against the wall of the ornate carriage, looking out at the sky," Who is this minor Eastern Lord?"

"All I know is that there was some big fight between him and my brother. They called a truce," He replied with a shrug," I wasn't there aat the time, as I was attached to the tree and sleeping. I missed alot, but now that I am awake I have to go. Also I've heard something about a fox demon and a bat demon."

With that He turned and looked back out the window. KAgome looked over at Shippo who had now fallen asleep. Murmering the word 'mama' in his sleep. A giggle escaped her lips as she moved closer him stroking his hair. Maybe, this fox would know more about what's occuring with her son, maybe this trip would be educating to them all.

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AN: It's a slow start but, one can't just jump into the story from nowhere right? Love has to blossom, you have to have so many aspects to it. Almost like a puzzle, and lets be honest, Kurama is a puzzle. Please read and review. I try to answer all of the reviews, I do take your thoughts and your criticism into action. I hope you have enjoyed this I will see all of you lovelies later.