Kurama visited the shrine for the next few days to finish the partner assignment, but also to gain a deeper understanding of Kagome.
Instead, he found a more complex situation.
At the comforts of her own home, the young woman became more reserved and distant. There was an air of sadness and longing that surrounded her. No matter how well Kagome hid herself, she couldn't hide her emotions.
Kurama could only guess that without the judging eyes of the world, the confident mask could come off. But then, why in front of him? He decided to ask.
"Somehow, I trust you," was her answer.