DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT OWN INUYASHA OR ANY OF THE CHARACTERS (so far)

CHAPTER 1: A Weird Voice and Someone Watching

Kagome opened her eyes. She stretched and sat up in her purple sleeping bag. The sun had just began to rise, and it appeared that she was the only one awake.

Hey, I'm the first one up! she thought as she looked to the sleeping forms of her companions. Usually Inuyasha is up first though... I wonder if somethings wrong...

She looked up to the tree that Inuyasha was perched in.

He looks so cute when he sleeps. His adorable puppy ears, beautiful eyes, long gorgeous hair... and just imagine his muscles!...WAIT! I was just thinking that about Inuyasha! I can't think that about Inuyasha! That's just... icky! And besides, he has Kikyou...

Kagome frowned slightly at this thought. She didn't like to think of her incarnation. Not only did Kikyou have a part of her soul, but she had Inuyasha's love as well. Unwanted tears began to build up in Kagome's eyes, but she quickly brushed them away. Unnoticed up in the tree, Inuyasha's nose twitched slightly.

Kagome slowly got out her sleeping bag, making sure not to wake the sleeping kitsune from his slumber. She stretched again, and reached down for her yellow backpack. Quietly she made her way to the hot spring hidden in the trees, only a few minutes away.

With Inuyasha

As soon as Kagome had left the camp, Inuyasha opened his eyes. He had awoken when she had almost began to cry.

What could have caused her to cry this early in the morning? And why'd she leave camp without waking someone up? She could get killed by a youkai and none of us would even notice! ... But why should I care? She's just a jewel shard detector... right?

He sighed as soon as he had this thought. Who was he kidding? He was in love with her. She was the one he wanted to have for his mate. But he could never tell her this for fear of rejection. Before Inuyasha could think anymore, he lept from tree to tree towards the hot spring to make sure Kagome would be safe from any attackers.

With Kagome

When she arrived at the hot spring she quickly looked from side to side to make sure no one would be watching her as she bathed. When she was sure that no one was there, she stripped down and stepped into the spring.

"Aaa.. this is nice." She said, as she lowered herself into the water. "I'm glad we camped by a hot spring. I don't think I could've stood another day without a nice bath."

She sunk lower into the water.

If only Inuyasha loved me... Then we could be married after Naraku is killed... But he loves Kikyou... I saw him kissing her... If he didn't love her, why else would he kiss her?

What makes you think that he loves Kikyou?

Who are you?

I'm your sub-conscience

Oh that explains a lot.

Yep! D

: )... wait... did I just type a smiley in my head? I must be going mad...

Kagome chuckled insanely.

Why are you talking to me now of all times?

To help you tell Inuyasha that you love him.

What?

Kagome sat straight up, the water just below her breasts. She didn't notice this though. She was to busy battling the voice in her mind.

I do NOT love Inuyasha.

Yes you do.

Believe me, I don't. You don't know him as well as I do.

But I am you! I know him just as well, if not better than you!

Now you're just confusing me! GET OUT OF MY HEAD!

Just let me explain.

Fine. Go Ahead. I won't be listening though.

Yes you will be. I know you will be. You can't lie to me Kagome. I'm you.

Haha... hahahhaha... HAHAHAHA!

She burst out laughing for about 5 minutes. She was laughing loudly and happily. Tears were streaming down her face from so much laughter. When she stopped she just sat there smiling.

Um... ok...

Sorry... so... you were gonna say something?

Um... yeah...

What was it?

... well, for one thing, Inuyasha doesn't love Kikyou. He hasn't for a long time.

WHAT! Who does he love then!

Now it was the voices turn to laugh.

HAHHAHA! hahaha! hahahahaha! If you can't figure that out, then I don't know why I'm even talking to you!

... does that mean that he loves me?

DUH! He's been there forever, and you've loved him since you met him! Why haven't you said anything to him yet?

Because he loves Kikyou.

I just told you he doesn't.

Well... i think you're lieing!

Maybe I should come back another time... when you're more... sane?

Okay! Bye!

And with that the voice was gone. Kagome sat there for a minute thinking about this, when she heard a branch snap.

With Inuyasha - Earlier

Inuyasha had arrived at the hot springs just as Kagome was getting in. He stared at her slightly, and then made sure no demons where anywhere near. He watched her just sitting there, staring slightly ahead. Then she chuckled insanely. Inuyasha began to worry.

What's gotten into Kagome? Did she hit her head or something?

He kept watching her, and he began to get a little worried. Then she sat up in the water, and Inuyasha nearly fell out of the tree. She didn't seem to notice him there though. She just kept staring straight ahead. He decided that no one would notice him staring at her, so he continued staring, with a slight blush on his face. Suddenly, Kagome burst out laughing. He had no idea what she was laughing about, however. He scratched his head.

What the hell is she laughing about? Damn wench... I never could understand her..

He looked at her once again, when all of a sudden, the branch he was holding on to broke.

Oh Shit.

ok... that's it for now... R&R (read and review im pretty sure that means) if you want to read more, review and i'll update... this is my first fic so if you don't like it, thats okay... :D i might write the second chappie right now... i hate it when ppl call them 'chappies' so im just writing that to annoy everyone out there! ; ) but yeah, read and review! flame if you want!

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