Don't know where the idea came from. I tried very hard to not insult Kikyo while describing her. So I tried to think of the real Kikyo, who died 50 years ago, not the undead one. Enjoy.

Disclaimer: I do not own Inu-Yasha.

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Past and Present

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((Inu-Yasha's POV))

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Whenever she walks by, the scent of cherry blossoms trails along with her.

Her raven hair floats in the wind.

Her brown eyes sparkle with emotion and life.

Her singsong voice, better than any song or lullaby.

She is Kagome.

But, my past haunts me.

She, who has long raven locks.

She, who has unreadable eyes.

She, who has the scent of withered flowers.

She, who emits that untouchable aura.

She, who is Kikyo.

My past and my present. The two women who have entered my life – and are most important.

When I compare them, there is always an internal battle.

Conflict.

Kikyo died, in hopes that we could finally be together in hell.

Kagome, who risks her own life, so I can live.

I, who would not hesitate to follow Kikyo to hell, if that is my destiny.

I, who would not hesitate to sacrifice my own life, to see Kagome live on.

Kikyo is beautiful, in an untouchable, cold, icy way.

Kagome is beautiful, in a kind, warm, calming way.

If you were to ask me who I love more, the answer is neither.

I love Kikyo, because we share the same feelings of loneliness. We both know how it feels to be outcasts. I love Kikyo because she is strong, and independent.

I love Kagome, because she is the one who brings light into my life, bringing hope in the darkest times. She is sweet, caring, and gentle. Kagome is the symbol of love, to me. I love Kagome because of who she is.

I do not love either of them more than the other.

But if you were to ask me who I would stay with, the answer is Kagome.

Kikyo loved what we had in common.

Kagome...

...Kagome loves me.

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Sweet and short. It's just sudden inspiration. Hmm...background music goes well with it. However, I wouldn't suggest on listening to rock/rap while reading this.

It's...not in the same category...maybe I'll write another one, later.

I think I'll be updated CITR in a day or so...if all goes well.

Please review.

Ja, Saki