There was a soft breeze that rustled the tree's branches. Kagome sighed and breathed the clean, fresh air in. She looked up at the starry night then over to Inuyasha, sleeping as peacefully as ever. She smiled and returned her gaze to the stars. She closed her eyes, resting on Inuyasha's chest and wished for the moment to last forever.

"Wake up Kagome," he said. "Huh, waa.." she answered sleepily. She came to her senses and glanced up at the voice coming up above her. It was Inuyasha, his body resting on a high branch. "Hey," Kagome repiled. "Thought you'd never wake up," he said shyly. Just as the two finished talking Sango and Miroku walked up beside the tree. "Well we better be going on our way if we want to catch up to Naraku," said Miroku. He looked around and sensed no demonic aura nearby. "Let's get something to eat first," Kagome said as she stood up. Her hair was a bit ruffled and her clothes all wrinkled. She went off by herself and searched for a river. She found one quite quickly and returned to the group with a arm full of fish. Inuyasha smiled and said, "I knew Kagome could do it." "Do what?" Kagome asked. "Miroku didn't think you could catch something," Sango said with a sigh. "That's okay," Kagome repiled. After they finished eating Kagome relized Inuyasha was in deep thought and looked a little down. "What's wrong Inuyasha?" she asked puzzeled. "I want you to return to your time," he said without hesitation. Kagome's eyes widened, "But why?" she repiled. "This is getting quite dangerous and you've been near death so many times, and I feel responsible," he answered. Kagome's heart sank and she knew he was right but she defended herself anyways. "I've been the one helping, finding the jewel shards right?" she talked with agression. Inuyasha's eyes met hers. They were full of sorrow and pain. "I don't want to lose you," Inuyasha spoke. Kagome sighed and she finally agreed to going home.

She stood beside the well looking down as if never to see her friends again. Shippo ran down from Miroku's shoulder and onto Kagomes'. "I really don't want you to go Kagome and neither does Miroku or Sango and Inuyasha most of all," he pleaded. "But Inuyasha demands it," she said. "Where is he anyways," said Miroku. "I think he wanted to say goodbye to Kagome alone," Shippo talked. Kagome looked around worried and then saw a little flash of red catch her eye. She walked over to a small tree, and saw him sitting at the base. "Kagome.." he began to say. Kagome ran over to him and embraced him, feeling the warmth of his skin, and the heat of hers. Their eyes met and Kagome leaned forward and kissed Inuyasha's cheek. He looked up at her, seeming to be the last hope of seeing her. "I love you," he said. Kagome's heart screamed with joy and she hugged him again. He leaned closer to her and whispered something in her ear. She walked back over to the well, and with one last glace at her friends jumped into the well.

Slowly exiting the well house she turned and locked the door. Had Inuyasha truly meant what he had said, she wondered about this until her young brother Sota came beside her. "Why so gloomy sis?" He asked. "Oh, it's nothing," she repiled, lying through her teeth. She glanced up at the clock when she entered her house. It was 12:09 and she had only left the Fuedle Era a few moments ago, where the sun was rising. She sighed and passed the kitchen, her Grandpa sitting near the window reading the daily paper. "Ah Kagome nice to hear you back," he spoke with a chuckle. "Where's Mom?" Kagome asked. "Oh she went out shopping for a bit, and don't worry she'll be back soon." He answered. Kagome wandered upstairs and towards her unseeingly familiar bedroom. She fell onto the bed in tears. I'm never going to see them again, she thought to herself. Never.

"Kagome Higurashi," the annoucer said. A loud applause. Kagome's hand reached for the diploma and her plaque. "Thank-you," she said and walked off stage. She looked down at her stomach, which had a small bulge and hoped no one had noticed. Kagome's mom came from the audience and she kissed her daughter's forehead. "Congrats, my baby is finally out of highschool," she said. "Was it noticeable?" Kagome said quickly. "No, well at least I couldn't tell," her Mom replied. "That's a relief," Kagome sighed. "Hey Kagome!" A voice said behind her. It was Hojo. "Hey Hojo, Congrats on graduating," Kagome said. "You too," he spoke blushing. "Hey, if you're not busy later, do you...um...want to go to dinner with me," he said hopeful. "YES!!!!" said Yuka, Eri and Ayumi. "She'd love to have dinner with you, say around 6?" They said happily. "Ummm, okay," Hojo said a bit awkwardly, then walked off. "Did ya hear that Kagome? You're having dinner with the most hottest guy around!!!" Eri said in an excited tone. Kagome's facial expression looked similar to this O_O "WHY DID YOU GUYS TELL HIM I ACCEPT!!!" she shouted. "Well 1) you need a social/bf LIFE! 2) You seem down and a little bf happiness will cheer u up and 3) THIS IS LIKE HISTORY IN THE MAKING I mean Kagome Hojo...doesn't that sound terrific!" Ayumi finished. "I told you, I'm in love with someone else, Inuyasha remember!!!???!!" Kagome replied with annoyance. "Ohhh yeah him.....well you don't need to tell him, oh wait I forgot he's the jealous type isn't he?" Ayumi said again. The three looked at Kagome, her face was turning into a sadden look. She seriously hadn't thought about Inuyasha for a long time. She hadn't even told him about his baby. She sighed. She couldn't go on this date. She walked home slowly followed by her worried, concerned friends. She entered her house and could smell something unusual cooking in the kitchen. She stood in the doorway and her mouth dropped. IT WAS INUYASHA. She almost collapsed onto the floor but managed to get to the couch nearby. Was she dreaming, no..she couldn't be, she fell on the ground! But it was him. Her friends said goodbye and left. Inuyasha looked over his shoulder. He looked different, she thought. He wore a white kimono instead of his red one. His hair was its usual white and it seemed a little longer. He was a bit taller and was much toner. He walked over to her and crouched over. His eyes were longing with desire to kiss her again. It had been 3 years after all. Kagome sat up, clenching her long, blue, satin robe and her bag in the other. She released the items in her hands and immediately swung her arms around Inuyasha's neck. He grasped her arms and swung her body off the couch. "I missed you so much," Kagome cried. "So did I," Inuyasha said with a teary voice. Kagome's eyes got big, and realized she needed to tell him the news. Inuyasha noticed this and place her on the couch again, holding her cold hands. "I need to tell you something, something important." Kagome said, her voice trembling. "What? What's wrong Kagome??!!" Inuyasha said with a worried look. "I'm....I'mm" she stammered. "You're what, you're what?" Inuyasha spoke with pleading eyes. "I'm pregnant," Kagome studdered. Inuyasha's eyes softened and he clung to Kagome's chest. "I don't know what to say, maybe to say I'm happy for us, but then I'm even more concerned about your safety now more than before." He replied. "I'm fine, now that your here with me." Kagome said, as tears flowed down her face. Kagme's mother stepped in and asked if anyone wanted dinner. Kagome nodded and headed for the kitchen, and for once in a long time she smiled.

Back in the Fuedle Era... "SANGO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" Miroku screamed. Sango's body hung from a bear-like demon's mouth. Blood poured out of the limp body. The bear demon flung Sango to the ground and chased after Miroku, luring the bear away from Sango. Shippo jumped off Kirara and hoped onto Sango's shoulder. He took his fingers and check for her pulse. Nothing. Shippo eyes began to tear. "Miroku! Sango's not breathing!" Shippo yelled. Miroku's heard the worst words he could possibly ever hear, "SANGO PLEASE HANG ON!!" He yelled. The bear demon swung its massive paw at Miroku, but was blocked by his staff. They continued on like this for a while until the bear demon flew up into the air and came down upon Miroku. His body wasn't crushed; he was protected by his small barrier. The demon was outraged and started to charge again, but towards Sango. "NOOOO NOO, SANGO!!!!" Miroku cried. Just as if there was nothing that could be done a massive light appeared before the bear demon. Inuyasha stood with his Tetsusaiga pointed at the demon's neck. Kagome hopped off of Inuyasha's back and hurried to Sango side. Taking her first aid kit and quickly bandaging Sango's wounds. The words "wind scar" bellowed in the air as Inuyasha tore the bear demon apart with one swing. Miroku hurried over towards Sango and began crying softly. "Please don't die Sango, PLEASE!" He begged. Inuyasha came over to the motionless Sango. Kagome looked up at Inuyasha, "I can do nothing more" she replied. Shippo cried and watched the group worry over Sango. Miroku held her hand and kissed her. "I love you," He said quietly. Kagome stood and looked miserable; she couldn't believe what was happening. Inuyasha held Kagome in his arms as the group was hung in heavy sorrow......

TO BE CONTINUED.............................