Remembrances of the Past- Part 3: Inuyasha Reveals His Caretaker

Author's Note- I would like to thank all of you again for reviewing my story. You don't know how much it means to me, especially since this is my first fan-fiction story. Anyway, on with the story!

Inuyasha began from where he left off.

"When I was thrown against the tree, all of my senses just stopped working. I was helpless, and I would have been dead if not for "her."

"Just as the dragon was about to devour me, I saw a sudden flash of gold and white coming out of nowhere. It hit the dragon, sending it flying back. Then, as quickly as it had appeared, the flash charged towards the dragon again."

"I was watching all this happen, my jaw dropped to the ground, not literally though. Then, with a sudden beam of energy, the dragon was blown away by the "energy explosion" that the gold and white thing did."

Inuyasha stopped and took a sigh, then went on. "After the dragon has disintegrated and vanished due to the attack of energy, the individual who saved me turned and looked towards me."

"Even though I couldn't see very well, I was able to make out what it looked liked. She was a female, around the age of 11, which I later found out."

"She was wearing a kimono decorated with daisies and red flowers. Her hair was golden and curly, and hung down to her cheeks."

"I could see her eyes too, amber eyes tainted with violet specks, and she had a concerned look on her face."

"Suddenly, she started walking towards me in a casual way, unafraid even if I was a threat to her. I slowly started getting up, blood dripping from my mouth and the wounds on my stomach."

"Ignoring the pain of my broken bones, I was afraid of her, seeing that she was more powerful than I was. I slowly started walking away from her, limping and stumbling as I went."

"She stopped, ten feet behind me, but then started walking towards my direction again. I looked back, and when I saw that she was still following me, I moved to a slow jog, afraid that she might do me harm."

Kagome let out a little yawn, but told Inuyasha to continue. "I kept on going until I reached the forest. The pain was too overwhelming, so I just plopped down on my back. The last thing I saw before slipping into unconsciousness was the girl's face looking down at me."

Inuyasha yawned a little, then continued.

"When I woke up, the first thing that came to my mind was that I was being held a prisoner somewhere, since I felt something wrapped around my chest and stomach. But, when I opened my eyes, I looked to be in a small hut made out of wood. It wasn't very big and was made out of timber, and I was lying on a bed that was in one of the corners of the hut."

"As I slowly opened my eyes, I saw that my upper body was wrapped in some sort of white bandaging. I smelled something cooking to my right, so I looked to my right, and near the side of the room was a large pot full of stew."

"Sitting near the pot was the girl I saw earlier, stirring the pot with a wooden spoon. When I sat up, she looked over at me, and had a gentle smile on her face."

"I winced a little, but regained my composure and looked back at her. She didn't seem like a threat, but I knew that looks could be deceiving."

"In a teenage-like voice, she said 'Hello!' to me. I jumped a little at the sudden exclamation. I didn't really trust her then, so I just sat and pouted while keeping my eyes on her."

"She stood up and advanced toward me. I suddenly flexed my claws as the memory of the fight ran through my mind. I remembered how she had destroyed the dragon, so I was apprehensive."

"She then put up her hands, almost like a peace gesture, and stated, 'Don't worry, I won't hurt you. My name is Kawna. I don't intend to do you any harm; I just want to nurse you back to health.'

"I grew a little less scared at her peaceful voice, but was still curious. Thinking of nothing better to say, I replied back, 'Where am I?'

"She responded, 'You're in my shelter. I built this little hut out of wood after my family was killed by demons, when I was at the age of 9. I've been living alone ever since, taking care of myself alone. So um..., what's your background?'

"I was now sitting on the edge of the bed, and since I felt a little more comfortable, I told her a little of my life's story, 'My family, except my brother, was also killed by demons. I was being tortured by my older brother since I'm a half-breed and he's a full-demon, so I ran away and survived by myself out in the wilderness.'

"She suddenly yelled out, 'You're a half-breed! Oh my god, you're just like me!'

"I was stunned at what Kawna had just said, but I just nodded my head up and down. She then came and sat on the bed right next to me. Next thing I know, she starts hugging me."

"I couldn't pry myself loose from her grip since I was still in pain, so I just let her hug me. Kawna buried her face into the crook of my neck, and I could feel her crying."

"I asked her, 'What are you doing?' She answered back, 'I know how just how you feel. I was treated the same way you were.'

"Knowing her pain and loss, I hugged her back. We were like that until she finally stopped crying. She pulled back, and all of a sudden had a bright look on her face. Kawna suddenly made a suggestion, 'Hey, how about you stay with me. I could tell that you are younger than I am, but that doesn't matter. We could both look out for each other, and I would really like your company.'

"Strangely enough, I loved the idea that Kawna suddenly suggested, so I told her that I agreed with her."

"She hugged me even tighter this time, and I hugged her back, knowing that I would finally have someone to be with."

"Afterwards, I told her all about me, my name and everything else about my life. She was surprised when she heard my name, and was so happy when Kawna knew that she'd be taking care of a noble, famous child like me."

"She also told me all about her, and I figured out that our lives were not that much different."

"After that, we pretty much just lived together in harmony, like brother and sister, helping each other survive. That's about it."

After hearing his long story, Kagome had a thought. "Wait, if you two were so happy together, then why aren't you still with Kawna?"

Inuyasha expression suddenly turned from sleepy to miserable and regretful. "Look, I don't want to talk about it. Let's just say that there was an accident in which I survived, but she didn't."

Kagome replied, "I'm so sorry. I never knew."

"Don't worry about it. Hey, it's getting pretty late. We should go home now," Inuyasha said.

"Oh! I almost forgot the time. Alright, let's go home. And... you don't have to hold my hand if you don't want to."

Kagome stated that and got up, Inuyasha following behind. After everything was wrapped up and put away, Inuyasha said something that really surprised Kagome.

"Um... I think I'd rather hold your hand, if.. um.. i.. if you don't mind?"

Kagome stood still for a moment, but when then realizing that what Inuyasha said was what she really wanted to do, she just nodded her head and held out her hand.

Inuyasha took it contentedly, and the two of them walked home together.

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It was around 10:00 P.M. when they arrived at Kagome's house. Everyone in the house was asleep, so Kagome changed into her pajamas and went to bed, while Inuyasha slept on the floor next to her bed, still wearing his fire rat kimono.

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The next day, Inuyasha and Kagome woke up at the same time. Inuyasha had regained his demonic looks and strength back, so it was "safe" to go shard hunting again.

Kagome had put on her usual schoolgirl outfit, even though it was a Saturday and she didn't have school. Inuyasha had on his fire rat kimono, and the two of them walked down to the kitchen together, although not hand- in-hand.

While the whole family, including Inuyasha, sat around the table eating breakfast, Kagome's mom and Souta kept taking turns feeling Inuyasha ears. They both said they were so cute, and even though Inuyasha was a little annoyed, he just let them touch it without complaining.

After breakfast was eaten, Kagome waved goodbye to her family, and so did Inuyasha, with a little scolding from Kagome.

They walked to the shrine and entered it. Inuyasha motioned for Kagome to get on his back, and she did. After the scary jump to the bottom of the well, Inuyasha leaped up easily to the top again, and arrived at the Feudal Ages of Japan. He let Kagome off, and then the duo started walking towards the village.

Author's Note- That's all for now. I would again like to thank all of you for reviewing, and the fourth part should be up soon. By the way, in case you were wondering, the "Kaw" in "Kawna" is spelled like the call of a crow. If you've ever heard a crow "Caw!" then that is how the "Kaw" in "Kawna" is pronounced. If you still can't understand how "Kawna" is pronounced, just say it in your review, and I'll try to explain it a little better in part 4. Until then, please keep reviewing! :)