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Chapter Twelve

Two Dreams, one Reality

Last Time With Inuyasha:

As Inuyasha lost consciousness he was overcome by darkness and fell into a deep slumber…

Now:

Inuyasha opened his eyes; at fist his vision was blurry but then life came into focus and he noticed the lucid blue sky above his head. The ground beneath him felt unusually comfortable, and quite soft. All forms of wildlife were around him and the birds were humming away fluttering just above his head. Everything was just so peaceful. The gentle breezed brushed across his face, and as he closed his eyes he felt a warm soothing sensation that put his mind at ease. As he sat up Inuyasha began to take in the beautiful surrounding that lay before him. There was a small hot sprign with a miniature waterfall flowing through over the middle, making soft trickling noises with each passing second. The area was encircled with blooming flowers and trees. Although the scenery was amazing, and oh so captivating, Inuyasha couldn't help but still feel so alone and helpless. Why was he even here, and how did he get here in the first place? He turned to leave but then he heard a small rustling of the bushes and hid behind a large tree. He planned on finding out who his 'visitor' was. A girl walked into the clearing with her head down and her hair covering her face. She looked way too familiar…

'Kagome? Is that really you?'

The girl lifted her head and brushed back her bangs to show her face…

'KAGOME it really is you!' Inuyasha was overwhelmed with a sudden burst of energy and liveliness.

'It is her… but how is this even possible?'

Did it even matter? Hell no! As long as she was here with him nothing else mattered. He just then burst into the area and ran straight for Kagome. His Kagome.

"Kagome i- is it really you?"

Inuyasha looked down into the beautiful russet eyes that were gazing straight back into his. The two just stood still for a few moments taking in each other's presence. Then Inuyasha pulled Kagome into his arms and held her in a warm embrace. He held her close, never wanting to let go. Time itself seemed to have stopped and all the sounds of the wildlife vanished, leaving just the two of them on earth, with each other.

"Inuyasha how is th-"

Kagome never finished her sentence because Inuyasha suddenly crashed his lips against hers in a passionate kiss. He whispered into her ear,

"Does it really matter? As long as we're together nothing else matters to me."

Inuyasha slowly lay Kagome down in the soft grass and then straddled her while pinning her arms above her head. He began to give her small kissing down her neckline. Kagome moaned with pleasure from the Hanyou's touch.

"Are you sure you are ready for this Kagome?"

"Yes Inuyasha. I want to be with you forever. I've never been more sure about anything else in my life."

Inuyasha dove down again, but this time a little further down her abdomen. He caught her skirt on the tip of his fang and then tore it off, throwing carelessly over his head. Next he took hold of her panties and ripped those off as well. He slid his tong into her, savoring her taste. He slowly moved it back and forth causing her to scream with ecstasy. Kagome untied his pants in one swift motion and took his unit into her small hand. She guided him in and thrust herself upward making him growl, and wanting more.

After the two had finished their business they walked into the hot spring to relax their muscles. Inuyasha guided Kagome over to the waterfall and they both stood directly under it, letting the steaming water rush over their heads. The warm mist caressed their skin giving soothing sensations, which eventually put them both to sleep.

Inuyasha opened his eyes and reached over to find his love…nothing. His eyes shot open to survey his surroundings… no waterfall, no small hot spring, no birds or small creatures scurrying about…but most of all… no Kagome. It was just a dream…but to him, after he woke up, he realized it was a nightmare. It was torture to him, making him suffer; the reality was that he would never see his Kagome ever again. As a few tears slowly made their way down his face, he lay back down onto the ground hoping the pain would go away…

Last Time with Kagome:

Kagome got up and then pulled herself up the stairs to her room, where she then planted herself on her bed and instantly fell into a deep sleep.

Now:

Kagome opened her eyes and looked out her window to catch a glimpse of the rising sun over the horizon. She leaned up on her elbows and let her eyes wander her room. The light was shining through her half open window, emitting the most beautiful glistening rays across the floor. Beyond the light Kagome noticed a photograph of her and Inuyasha. It was one of the times he had come back to her time, and of course got himself into trouble. She found him crawling down the street sniffing around, with everyone looking at him. She dragged him into a small photo hut to pry the curious eyes away from him. Its not everyday that one would see some kid in the middle of the steel on all fours sniffing the ground… Kagome laughed at the memory. When they were in the booth Souta had put in some coins and the machine began to take a series of pictures. The only one that looked remotely acceptable had Inuyasha swiping at the camera lens. Her eyes then floated over to the sword that lay propped up against her desk. Tetsuaiga… it was his most prized possession.

'It saved my life so many times. He even was willing to give it up for me… that one time he told Sesshomaru that he could have the Tetsuaiga as long as he revived me… How could I ever be so naive and not realize his true feelings for me? I was foolish and now it's too late.'

A few more tears slid down Kagome's cheek. Then she glanced down at her body and saw what she was wearing… the robes of the fire rat. Inuyasha's Hyori; she wad been wearing it to bed every night since she got it. So warm and comfortable, soothing and soft. It was almost as if when she was wearing it that she could sense his presence around her; always watching over her and protecting her. It always gave her a tender feeling inside, and helped her cope with the pain. It had eased her shattered heart… Kagome took one last gaze over to the picture on her shelf, and then drifted off…

Tap tap… tap tap tap…

Kagome's eyes opened as she heard the soft clatter at her window. She lazily rolled out of her bead to go see what was wrong. As she unlocked her window her eyes focused on another set of eyes that were looking directly back at her… the eyes were a soft amber color, but held more emotion than she could ever comprehend. His gaze fell over her and she was paralyzed.

Inuyasha smirked, "Can I come in?"

"…"

"I'll take that as a yes…"

Inuyasha hopped down from the ledge into Kagome's room and stood before her. He walked up to her until there bodies were so close that they could feel one another's breath against their own bodies. Her looked down onto her small form and searched her eyes. Kagome had no room for any words that could possibly express her feelings at the time…

"Are you not happy to see me?"

Kagome's answer was a warm embrace as she melted into his arms. She lay hear head on his shoulder and cried. Kagome couldn't believe that this was happening… how could it? He wasn't supposed to be alive… but no matter, there was no reason for any questions, so she just held onto him for dear life. She never wanted to let go.

Inuyasha picked her up bridal style and then brought her over to her bed. He gently placed her back under the covers and then crawled in next to her. They lay there for a while just enjoying each other's presence. Kagome had so many thoughts and emotions flying through her mind. She was so confused, but for some reason she just didn't care. As long as they were together that was all that mattered. The only fear that Kagome had left floating through her mind, was that fact that his might not be real… it could all be a dream. But how could it? It was all so real… Kagome moved her body even closer to Inuyasha's and took in the warmth that his body was producing. He wrapped his arm around her, and then she laid her head in the crook of his neck. Inuyasha rolled over so he was now on top of Kagome…

"You know I love you…"

"Of course I do Inuyasha. And you know I love you too."

Inuyasha leaned in and pressed his lips against hers, giving her a deep passionate kiss, showing all of his love for her. She could feel his emotions flowing through her… It was at that point that she knew she wouldn't be able to live with out him. The couple lay back down and huddled together under the covers. Then they both fell asleep in each other's arms…

Kagome opened hers eyes as the bright morning sun beamed across her face. She reached over to see if Inuyasha was still in the bed. He wasn't there… Maybe he just went downstairs or something? No. The window was closed and locked…from the inside, which meant he never came to her the other night… It was reality; she was never going to see him again. More tears flowed out of her eyes and she cried herself back to sleep… never wanting to wake up ever again.

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So…sad… well that's chapter twelve for ya. I hoped you liked it!! I know I did! Kind of disappointing that none of it was real. But it just gave you a better idea of their love for one another. IMPORTANT: I just want to say that I am sincerely sorry for the long wait. I was going to have a friend write a portion of this chapter, and then when she did I decided to use it later on instead of now… hope you guys understand.