Hey guys. Expect a pretty short chappie. I think the story has wound itself down. I am going to have one more chappie that will be short too. I just wanted to separate them. I think that this story has kinda wound itself down. I am still considering a sequel though. Thanks to all who have reviewed and your thoughts about a sequel. I am truly considering them, but it might end up more as an epilogue. Maybe I will just write another fic. Who knows!
Thanks to:
Theblackrose: I'm glad that you like my story. I aim to please.
Caw: I will try to see if I have a sequel in me J
Little_kitty229: I am so happy that you think it is amazing. I feel so special.
AmBeR EyEs ChIk: I will try to honor your wishes of a sequel. No promises though.
DestroyerDRT: I like your idea about the coping, but I kinda planned on that being the last story of this one. I dunno though. Thanks for your ideas!
Olivia: Fantastic writer huh? Wow. I feel so special!
RyGuy5387: I was confused. So you want a sequel? J
Mustard Yellow Sunshine: I am kinda thinking along the same lines that you are with this fic. I just don't know though. Did you like the fluff? Was it a bit much? I hope not.
Vernie: One of the best you've read? I am truly honored!
Dark wise angel: sequel eh? I'll think about it.
Shadow55: Don't be scared! Everything will be al right J
Why?What?Shutup: You shall learn why Kag is acting weird soon. Enjoy!
Rekindled: A favorite author!! I am so honored! That makes my day!! WOOHOO! Go me
Ash-chan: Here is your update. Enjoy!
Ladyjulianna: I am glad I did not disappoint you. I tried really hard!
Asuka: I am here to serve you. And remember: Delta rocks and never put on mascara when the plane lands. Two very important things you should know!
Evil2: Were you surprised that Kagome made it untouched? Of course I wasn't going to have Kagome hurt too bad! She is a miko after all!
White_wolf: glad you think it's great. I hope you keep reading!
DR: I am also glad you found it. It makes me happy to see how many people have found it!
My Kagome
I love you
Inuyasha leapt through the well into Kagome's time. He stealthily climbed the tree outside her window. Her curtains were open and a gentle breeze was flowing into her room through the open and inviting window. He could hear her crying, not loudly, but he could catch a sniff and hiccup every now and then, along with mumbled words. He was transfixed with her, her raven hair spread out surrounding her, face down, sprawled on her bed, sobbing into her pillow. His heart broke. 'I caused her to be sad. I made her cry. Dammit Kagome, you know I hate it when you cry.'
Inuyasha climbed through her window, careful not to make any noise. He sat down next to Kagome on her bed and gently gathered her in his arms. He heard a startled gasp come from her throat. "Inuyasha?" Her voice was hoarse and thick. He looked down into her wide eyes. "I'm here Kagome." She struggled out of his grasp, obvious thinking he had come to force his shard detector back. " Calm down Kagome. I'm not going to force you back with me." She stopped struggling but was still very tense in his arms. Inuyasha took a deep breath. "I want you to know that I do not think of you as a replacement to Kikyo. I know that you are Kagome. My beautiful, wonderful Kagome." He added the last part so quietly that Kagome had to struggle to catch it.
Her heart stopped. 'Did he just say I was HIS?' Kagome was jarred out of her thoughts by a soft speaking hanyou. "Kagome, I love you for you. Not because you are the reincarnation of my past love. Yes, I did love Kikyo, but that is in the past. So much has happened since then. I need you to realize that I care for you, and your ability to detect the sacred shards has nothing to do with that love. I don't know what I would do without you." (I know, major OOC, but humor me.) Kagome only stared into his golden eyes. He could see the emotion changing in her eyes. 'It's like he can see to my soul. What do I do?' She could see the hope in his eyes. 'He's afraid I'm going to reject his love for me. Yes, I see it now. He loves me. Not Kikyo. Not because I can detect the Jewel shards. He loves me because I am me.'
They sat there in silence, looking into each other's eyes. Suddenly Inuyasha was aware of Kagome's lips firmly pressed against his and her arms wrapped around his neck. 'Do something before she thinks you don't want this moron!' Inuyasha closed his eyes and returned the kiss, willing all of his love into it. His arms snaked around her waist drawing her closer to him. He could feel her hand move up to his ears and felt her gentle caress on his sensitive, fuzzy ear. He let loose a pleasant growl, almost a purr, and sunk deeper into the kiss. Suddenly Kagome pulled away, but only enough to look into his eyes. "I love you Inuyasha. I need you to know though, that I am not sure if I am ready for this. What happened to me is still too fresh in my mind. Please, just be patient with me." Inuyasha rested his forehead against hers and let out the breath that he had been holding. "Kagome, I want you to be comfortable with me. I want to help you anyway that I can. I will always be here for you. You never have to be afraid again." He gave her a gentle, reassuring hug. "The others are really worried about you. Do you want to go back now?" She replied with a slight nod of her head. Inuyasha took her face into both his hands and gave her a quick kiss, lifted her up, and they headed to the well.
Well guys, expect the next chappie in a matter of days. I know this is taking me forever to do but I am swamped with my classes and my comp is possessed! ARGH! Oh well. Keep reading, and as always review!! I love to see new reviews! I live for them. I will sit by the comp popping out chappies and waiting for the reviews. It makes me so excited to see hoq many hits I have and how many people enjoy it.
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