Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha. I do not own Inuyasha. I do not own
Inuyasha. I do not own Inuyasha. I do not own Inuyasha.
One last thing.
Inuyasha aint mine. o.o
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"Kagome?"
Kagome opened her eyes slowly and glanced up to her Mother's blurred silhouette. With a groan Kagome slowly pushed herself to a sit and rubbed her eyes, then glanced back to her mother.
Kagome's mother finally knelt down next to her, her face serious and sad. "Kagome... We've discussed it. I mean, your grandfather and I have discussed it and, we think you should know." Her voice was very quiet, and her eyes were red and teary. It startled Kagome, and she could feel a sense of dread building in her stomach. What could have her mother so upset? She felt better! Surely these had to be tears of joy for her recovery... But then why was she so sure they weren't?
"What is it mom?" Kagome finally brought herself to say.
"Oh Kagome..." Her mother's voice broke as she spoke, and she began to tremble, tears threatening to spill from her eyes. "Kagome I love you so much."
"M-mom?" Kagome stammered, her heart beating widely in her chest. The way she was talking... The way she was talking.. She made it sound like-
"The doctors say you're dying." Her mother's voice was barely even a whisper, yet her words rang sharply in Kagome's head. Dying? This had to be a mistake! She couldn't be dying. Yet her mother was kneeling before her on the floor, sobbing uncontrollably, not even able to look up at Kagome.
Kagome couldn't find her voice. She knew it was somewhere in there, screaming and begging and pleading for there to be a different truth. But the voice wouldn't show its self, and so instead she just slid off her bed and into the arms of her mother, who held her tightly. When she finally could speak, her voice was trembling softly, and she asked the only thing she could think of.
"Does Souta know?"
Her mother took in a breath deeply, and leaned back, whipping the tears from her red eyes and cheeks. "No." She said softly. "We haven't told him. We didn't want to upset him."
Kagome nodded slowly, and diverted her gaze to the floor of her bedroom. Her mother was shocked at how well she seemed to be taking this news. Perhaps she had already suspected? But still - The thought of loosing her daughter was too much to bear. There had to be a way to save her, and the doctors were searching everywhere for an antidote.
It was then, that Kagome stood up, quite suddenly, and turned to her dressers. She began to rummage through them until she pulled out her school uniform, and then tossed it behind her on the bed. Kagome's mother stood up, her gaze on the uniform.
"Kagome, you can't go to school. Not in this condition-"
"I'm not going to school mom." Kagome turned around, determined eyes set on her mother. "I'm going to see Inuyasha."
"Kagome I don't know. What if you're not up to it? What if something bad happens while you're there?"
Kagome just offered a small smile and walked over to her bed, quickly changing out of her pajamas and into her uniform. She then turned to her mirror and picked up her brush, beginning to run it through her hair.
"Kagome?" Kagome's mother said softly.
Kagome turned around as soon as she thought her hair looked decent. It was the only thing about her that did. Her skin was still very pale and her eyes were tired and dead.
"No need to worry mom." She said, and smiled. "Inuyasha will protect me."
It hadn't taken much more before Kagome had been out the door, her yellow backpack full to its capacity and on her back. Once she reached the mouth of the Bone Eater's Well though, she hesitated.
She knew what she was doing by going back. She was saying goodbye. Because even though deep down she was screaming with fear of dying, she was being as strong and brave as she could possibly masquerade. But going back to say goodbye, would mean saying goodbye to Inuyasha. And this thought alone drove her mad with despair.
Kagome took a deep breath, and she jumped over the side of the well, letting the familiar blue light surround her and transport her back to the Sengoku Jidai.
It was only after she landed in the bottom of the well in the feudal era that she realized a problem. How to climb out? She wasn't feeling very strong.
After about ten minutes of good effort, she had been able to throw her backpack over the top of the well, and then climb out, landing on the ground with a sigh and staring up at the clear blue sky above her. It was then that a sad thought occurred to her, and stabbed through her soul sharply.
'I may never see this sky again.'
After a few more moments of catching her breath, Kagome stood back up and grabbed her yellow backpack, heading for Kaede's hut, where she assumed the others would be.
The weather hadn't changed much in the three days since she had been there. The air was still crisp and sweet with the smell of spring. The sun was high in the blue sky, shadowed by the tall trees that loomed above, casting shadows upon all beneath them.
By the time Kagome reached the hut, she found herself feeling very calm, and perhaps even ready to do what would need to be done. She still didn't know how she was going to tell anyone though. She hadn't even said the words to I herself /I yet. She didn't trust herself to.
Pushing back the flap in front of the door, Kagome stepped into the hut, and looked to the surprised faces of Sango, Miroku, Kaede, and Shippou.
"Kagome you're back!" Shippou cried out excitedly and ran up to her, jumping into her arms. Kagome stumbled back a bit, but smiled down at him and gave him a hug, speaking softly.
"It's good to see you Shippou."
Miroku and Sango exchanged glances, for both had been startled to see Kagome - But shocked to see her face.
Kaede stood up and walked over to Kagome, taking the heavy backpack from her and then taking her arm, leading her into the center of the room. She placed the backpack on the floor and then sat down, gesturing for Kagome to do the same. No one said a word as Kagome sat down, trying to decide what to say.
"Where's Inuyasha?" She finally asked.
"We haven't seen him since yesterday." Sango commented, looking at Kagome warily. "Kagome, how are you feeling? You don't... look so well."
Kagome paused, dropping her gaze to her yellow backpack in front of her. Should she just tell them? Could she? She didn't know if she was strong enough. "I brought you some things." She finally said softly, and reached for her backpack. Miroku's staff fell lightly on top of her hand before she could open it, and Kagome looked up.
"Kagome..." He said softly, seriously. "What is the matter?"
"Nothing." Kagome answered softly, and forced a weak smile. "I just wish Inuyasha were here is all." She quickly lied, and forced the smile to stay. She couldn't bring herself to say the words. She couldn't bring herself to tell them she was dying.
Miroku watched her for a few moments, but then finally pulled his staff away and let Kagome open her backpack. She had brought an unusual amount of supplies. Everything from ramen to bandages. She dumped it all out on the floor, and then closed her backpack again. But her brown eyes fell to the yellow backpack and she sighed.
"Why don't you guys keep this? You might need it for something." She said softly and pushed the backpack into the center of the pile.
Miroku stood up suddenly, slamming the bottom of his staff roughly on the floor and glancing down at Kagome, his eyes narrowed.
"Kagome what are you talking about?!"
Sango jumped lightly at his outburst, but quickly recovered and nodded.
"Yes. Kagome, what is all of this about?"
Kagome flinched at Miroku's outburst, and quickly hung her head, letting her long raven bangs shadow her eyes and hopefully keep the tears that threatened to appear away. She was silent for a while, thinking things over. If she told them, it would be admitting it to herself. She would be acknowledging it. She would admit she was dying. Yet still she knew she could not hide it from them. She would have to tell them eventually.
"...I'm dying..."
Miroku stumbled back, the force of her words hitting him hard. He gaped at Kagome, wondering if he had heard her correctly. It couldn't be true! He must have misheard. Kagome was dying? It was unfathomable! Yet still he knew he had heard her correctly.
Sango stared at Kagome, tears welling in her eyes. She didn't know what to say. What could she say? Kagome had just told them all she was dying! And yet she seemed so strong. She sat in front of them quietly, refusing to look at them yet not crying or screaming. It all seemed oddly surreal, and Kaede's voice was the only thing that brought Sango back to earth and convinced her she wasn't dreaming.
"Oh Kagome..." The old woman's voice whispered softly. "Are ye sure?"
Kagome took a breath, and then finally lifted her gaze, determined and cold brown eyes looking to Kaede. She nodded.
"Yes. I'm sure. I'm dying. There is no cure for whatever it is I have. So..." She trailed off for a moment, taking another breath, her lower lip trembling softly, but her eyes holding determination. "I came to say goodbye." She whispered the last part, and looked to each one of them in turn.
Shippou, who had been sitting next to Kagome, was looking up at her with big round eyes, which were brimming with tears.
"No Kagome!" He finally said. "No! You can't leave us Kagome!" He cried out and threw himself into her arms for the second time, sobbing loudly.
Kagome hugged him close, laying a hand softly on the back of his head. His whole body shook with his sobs, and they shook Kagome to the core, threatening to break her strong demeanor.
"I'm so sorry Shippou." She said softly, and closed her eyes, hanging her head.
Sango finally stood up, and walked over to Kagome, kneeling next to her and wrapping her arms around her, burying her face in Kagome's shoulder as a few tears fell from her eyes. Miroku didn't take long to follow Sango's lead, and walk over to Kagome, kneeling down and hugging the opposite side of her. He was shaking lightly, but he wasn't going to let himself cry. He could see how strong Kagome was trying to be.
Kagome sat in the middle of her friends, as they hugged her and cried. Shippou's sobs hadn't ceased or slowed, and Kagome could tell Sango was crying too. Miroku wasn't, but she could feel him shaking softly against her. It all pushed her to the limit, and she knew she was about to break.
Standing up, Kagome stepped back, placing Shippou on the ground and quickly turning around. She took a deep breath, letting it go slowly, her form shaking with the exhale. Her lower lip was still trembling terribly, and she was trying hard to keep her tears back. When she finally turned back around, it was to the saddened faces of her friends. Even Kaede was crying silently, and Kirara gave a mournful mew from the back of the hut.
Kagome couldn't take it. It was too much. The tears finally broke free and rolled down her cheeks. She closed her brown eyes tightly, and began to sob softly, a small whimper escaping her parted lips.
'Inuyasha.. Oh Inuyasha. Where are you?'
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Inuyasha walked slowly through the thick forest, his gaze cast above him at the tall trees looming ominously overhead. He had been tracking Naraku ever since he had left Kagome's house the night before. But for once Naraku wasn't to be found. Not even a puppet or demon in his path.
Inuyasha had begun to feel hopeless. After all, he hadn't been able to find Naraku when he wanted to before this, so why now? Why should he be as so lucky as to stumble upon Naraku now? Just because the desire to kill Naraku ran through his blood? It was hopeful, but hardly logical.
Inuyasha had just turned to head off in another direction, when he caught the sound of something moving behind him. His ear gave a twitch, and his hand fell to the hilt of his trusted Tetsusiaga, as he whipped around quickly, narrowed amber orbs scanning the grounds and coming to rest upon the one that had disturb the ground.
"Kikyou?" He asked, his gaze quickly softening, as he looked upon the woman.
"Inuyasha." She said softly, and smiled. Inuyasha stared at her, taken a back. He hadn't seen her smile like that since... since...
"Kikyou, what are you doing here?"
"I came to see you, Inuyasha." She said, and took a few steps towards him. Inuyasha turned his gaze to his surrounding area. Was this a trap?
"You came to see me? Why?"
"Because I missed you."
Kikyou's words left him shocked, staring at her with slightly parted lips, and wide curious amber orbs. She had I missed /I him? Kikyou had I missed /I him? The same Kikyou who had last time they spoke still wished to bring him down to Hell with her? It was unfathomable.
"Y-you missed me?" He asked softly, and Kikyou stepped slowly up to him, tilting her head to the side, locking her eyes with his.
"I missed you Inuyasha." She said softly, and reached for his hand.
'Kagome...'
Inuyasha flinched away from her, stepping back and gazing at her suspiciously. Since when had she ever missed him? Ever wanted anything more than to bring him to Hell with her? And why now? Why at this very moment?
Why when he was searching for Kagome's chance at life?
Kikyou narrowed her eyes, and dropped her hands to her sides. Of course. She should have known he wasn't going to make this easy. Naraku had been a fool to suspect any part of their plan would go smoothly. She had figured out that much when they discovered Kagome had returned to the Sengoku Jidai. Still, a new plan had formed. And as much as Kikyou found she disliked Naraku, she still had to admit the plan was nothing short of brilliant. Or at least it seemed to be.
And now it had been put into action. They were all out doing their part. Kikyou was to keep Inuyasha distracted - A task she had originally thought easy. Sesshoumaru was to go ahead and destroy the well, so that Kagome couldn't return, and the third part of the plan could be put into action.
Because while Kikyou was keeping Inuyasha's attention, and Sesshoumaru was destroying her escape home, Naraku was on his way to kidnap her. After that was accomplished, the next step could be put into action, all of it leading to one thing -- Breaking Inuyasha's spirit.
"What is wrong Inuyasha? Are you disgusted by my touch? Have you finally forgotten me?" Kikyou prodded, her voice the perfect mixture of hurt and anger.
"No! Of course not!" Inuyasha stammered out, and moved close to her again, "Kikyou, I could never forget you. Ever." He whispered, gazing down into her brown depths.
Kikyou's lips hinted at a grin, but she quickly dismissed it, stepping up to him, and then laying her head against his chest and wrapping her arms around his middle. She could feel him stiffen, and then breath again, relaxing against her as his arms came around to hug her tightly to him. He closed his eyes.
"I'm glad." Kikyou spoke softly, and Inuyasha whispered back.
"I'll never forget you, Kikyou."
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A/N: Okay. If anyone right now is panicking - Relaaax. Go back to Chapter six and look at my comments at the bottom. I made a promise there, and I do intend to keep it -- Despite my knack for depressing endings.
And for the record, I'm a strict Inuyasha & Kagome fan. I wish Kikyou would just die already. _
Anyway, sorry if this chapter was a little short. I just got back from the world of Mid-Terms, thus why I haven't updated in a while. So I'm just getting back into the knack of things. Hehe.
Thank you guys so much for your patience!
~Kimmy-chan
One last thing.
Inuyasha aint mine. o.o
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"Kagome?"
Kagome opened her eyes slowly and glanced up to her Mother's blurred silhouette. With a groan Kagome slowly pushed herself to a sit and rubbed her eyes, then glanced back to her mother.
Kagome's mother finally knelt down next to her, her face serious and sad. "Kagome... We've discussed it. I mean, your grandfather and I have discussed it and, we think you should know." Her voice was very quiet, and her eyes were red and teary. It startled Kagome, and she could feel a sense of dread building in her stomach. What could have her mother so upset? She felt better! Surely these had to be tears of joy for her recovery... But then why was she so sure they weren't?
"What is it mom?" Kagome finally brought herself to say.
"Oh Kagome..." Her mother's voice broke as she spoke, and she began to tremble, tears threatening to spill from her eyes. "Kagome I love you so much."
"M-mom?" Kagome stammered, her heart beating widely in her chest. The way she was talking... The way she was talking.. She made it sound like-
"The doctors say you're dying." Her mother's voice was barely even a whisper, yet her words rang sharply in Kagome's head. Dying? This had to be a mistake! She couldn't be dying. Yet her mother was kneeling before her on the floor, sobbing uncontrollably, not even able to look up at Kagome.
Kagome couldn't find her voice. She knew it was somewhere in there, screaming and begging and pleading for there to be a different truth. But the voice wouldn't show its self, and so instead she just slid off her bed and into the arms of her mother, who held her tightly. When she finally could speak, her voice was trembling softly, and she asked the only thing she could think of.
"Does Souta know?"
Her mother took in a breath deeply, and leaned back, whipping the tears from her red eyes and cheeks. "No." She said softly. "We haven't told him. We didn't want to upset him."
Kagome nodded slowly, and diverted her gaze to the floor of her bedroom. Her mother was shocked at how well she seemed to be taking this news. Perhaps she had already suspected? But still - The thought of loosing her daughter was too much to bear. There had to be a way to save her, and the doctors were searching everywhere for an antidote.
It was then, that Kagome stood up, quite suddenly, and turned to her dressers. She began to rummage through them until she pulled out her school uniform, and then tossed it behind her on the bed. Kagome's mother stood up, her gaze on the uniform.
"Kagome, you can't go to school. Not in this condition-"
"I'm not going to school mom." Kagome turned around, determined eyes set on her mother. "I'm going to see Inuyasha."
"Kagome I don't know. What if you're not up to it? What if something bad happens while you're there?"
Kagome just offered a small smile and walked over to her bed, quickly changing out of her pajamas and into her uniform. She then turned to her mirror and picked up her brush, beginning to run it through her hair.
"Kagome?" Kagome's mother said softly.
Kagome turned around as soon as she thought her hair looked decent. It was the only thing about her that did. Her skin was still very pale and her eyes were tired and dead.
"No need to worry mom." She said, and smiled. "Inuyasha will protect me."
It hadn't taken much more before Kagome had been out the door, her yellow backpack full to its capacity and on her back. Once she reached the mouth of the Bone Eater's Well though, she hesitated.
She knew what she was doing by going back. She was saying goodbye. Because even though deep down she was screaming with fear of dying, she was being as strong and brave as she could possibly masquerade. But going back to say goodbye, would mean saying goodbye to Inuyasha. And this thought alone drove her mad with despair.
Kagome took a deep breath, and she jumped over the side of the well, letting the familiar blue light surround her and transport her back to the Sengoku Jidai.
It was only after she landed in the bottom of the well in the feudal era that she realized a problem. How to climb out? She wasn't feeling very strong.
After about ten minutes of good effort, she had been able to throw her backpack over the top of the well, and then climb out, landing on the ground with a sigh and staring up at the clear blue sky above her. It was then that a sad thought occurred to her, and stabbed through her soul sharply.
'I may never see this sky again.'
After a few more moments of catching her breath, Kagome stood back up and grabbed her yellow backpack, heading for Kaede's hut, where she assumed the others would be.
The weather hadn't changed much in the three days since she had been there. The air was still crisp and sweet with the smell of spring. The sun was high in the blue sky, shadowed by the tall trees that loomed above, casting shadows upon all beneath them.
By the time Kagome reached the hut, she found herself feeling very calm, and perhaps even ready to do what would need to be done. She still didn't know how she was going to tell anyone though. She hadn't even said the words to I herself /I yet. She didn't trust herself to.
Pushing back the flap in front of the door, Kagome stepped into the hut, and looked to the surprised faces of Sango, Miroku, Kaede, and Shippou.
"Kagome you're back!" Shippou cried out excitedly and ran up to her, jumping into her arms. Kagome stumbled back a bit, but smiled down at him and gave him a hug, speaking softly.
"It's good to see you Shippou."
Miroku and Sango exchanged glances, for both had been startled to see Kagome - But shocked to see her face.
Kaede stood up and walked over to Kagome, taking the heavy backpack from her and then taking her arm, leading her into the center of the room. She placed the backpack on the floor and then sat down, gesturing for Kagome to do the same. No one said a word as Kagome sat down, trying to decide what to say.
"Where's Inuyasha?" She finally asked.
"We haven't seen him since yesterday." Sango commented, looking at Kagome warily. "Kagome, how are you feeling? You don't... look so well."
Kagome paused, dropping her gaze to her yellow backpack in front of her. Should she just tell them? Could she? She didn't know if she was strong enough. "I brought you some things." She finally said softly, and reached for her backpack. Miroku's staff fell lightly on top of her hand before she could open it, and Kagome looked up.
"Kagome..." He said softly, seriously. "What is the matter?"
"Nothing." Kagome answered softly, and forced a weak smile. "I just wish Inuyasha were here is all." She quickly lied, and forced the smile to stay. She couldn't bring herself to say the words. She couldn't bring herself to tell them she was dying.
Miroku watched her for a few moments, but then finally pulled his staff away and let Kagome open her backpack. She had brought an unusual amount of supplies. Everything from ramen to bandages. She dumped it all out on the floor, and then closed her backpack again. But her brown eyes fell to the yellow backpack and she sighed.
"Why don't you guys keep this? You might need it for something." She said softly and pushed the backpack into the center of the pile.
Miroku stood up suddenly, slamming the bottom of his staff roughly on the floor and glancing down at Kagome, his eyes narrowed.
"Kagome what are you talking about?!"
Sango jumped lightly at his outburst, but quickly recovered and nodded.
"Yes. Kagome, what is all of this about?"
Kagome flinched at Miroku's outburst, and quickly hung her head, letting her long raven bangs shadow her eyes and hopefully keep the tears that threatened to appear away. She was silent for a while, thinking things over. If she told them, it would be admitting it to herself. She would be acknowledging it. She would admit she was dying. Yet still she knew she could not hide it from them. She would have to tell them eventually.
"...I'm dying..."
Miroku stumbled back, the force of her words hitting him hard. He gaped at Kagome, wondering if he had heard her correctly. It couldn't be true! He must have misheard. Kagome was dying? It was unfathomable! Yet still he knew he had heard her correctly.
Sango stared at Kagome, tears welling in her eyes. She didn't know what to say. What could she say? Kagome had just told them all she was dying! And yet she seemed so strong. She sat in front of them quietly, refusing to look at them yet not crying or screaming. It all seemed oddly surreal, and Kaede's voice was the only thing that brought Sango back to earth and convinced her she wasn't dreaming.
"Oh Kagome..." The old woman's voice whispered softly. "Are ye sure?"
Kagome took a breath, and then finally lifted her gaze, determined and cold brown eyes looking to Kaede. She nodded.
"Yes. I'm sure. I'm dying. There is no cure for whatever it is I have. So..." She trailed off for a moment, taking another breath, her lower lip trembling softly, but her eyes holding determination. "I came to say goodbye." She whispered the last part, and looked to each one of them in turn.
Shippou, who had been sitting next to Kagome, was looking up at her with big round eyes, which were brimming with tears.
"No Kagome!" He finally said. "No! You can't leave us Kagome!" He cried out and threw himself into her arms for the second time, sobbing loudly.
Kagome hugged him close, laying a hand softly on the back of his head. His whole body shook with his sobs, and they shook Kagome to the core, threatening to break her strong demeanor.
"I'm so sorry Shippou." She said softly, and closed her eyes, hanging her head.
Sango finally stood up, and walked over to Kagome, kneeling next to her and wrapping her arms around her, burying her face in Kagome's shoulder as a few tears fell from her eyes. Miroku didn't take long to follow Sango's lead, and walk over to Kagome, kneeling down and hugging the opposite side of her. He was shaking lightly, but he wasn't going to let himself cry. He could see how strong Kagome was trying to be.
Kagome sat in the middle of her friends, as they hugged her and cried. Shippou's sobs hadn't ceased or slowed, and Kagome could tell Sango was crying too. Miroku wasn't, but she could feel him shaking softly against her. It all pushed her to the limit, and she knew she was about to break.
Standing up, Kagome stepped back, placing Shippou on the ground and quickly turning around. She took a deep breath, letting it go slowly, her form shaking with the exhale. Her lower lip was still trembling terribly, and she was trying hard to keep her tears back. When she finally turned back around, it was to the saddened faces of her friends. Even Kaede was crying silently, and Kirara gave a mournful mew from the back of the hut.
Kagome couldn't take it. It was too much. The tears finally broke free and rolled down her cheeks. She closed her brown eyes tightly, and began to sob softly, a small whimper escaping her parted lips.
'Inuyasha.. Oh Inuyasha. Where are you?'
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Inuyasha walked slowly through the thick forest, his gaze cast above him at the tall trees looming ominously overhead. He had been tracking Naraku ever since he had left Kagome's house the night before. But for once Naraku wasn't to be found. Not even a puppet or demon in his path.
Inuyasha had begun to feel hopeless. After all, he hadn't been able to find Naraku when he wanted to before this, so why now? Why should he be as so lucky as to stumble upon Naraku now? Just because the desire to kill Naraku ran through his blood? It was hopeful, but hardly logical.
Inuyasha had just turned to head off in another direction, when he caught the sound of something moving behind him. His ear gave a twitch, and his hand fell to the hilt of his trusted Tetsusiaga, as he whipped around quickly, narrowed amber orbs scanning the grounds and coming to rest upon the one that had disturb the ground.
"Kikyou?" He asked, his gaze quickly softening, as he looked upon the woman.
"Inuyasha." She said softly, and smiled. Inuyasha stared at her, taken a back. He hadn't seen her smile like that since... since...
"Kikyou, what are you doing here?"
"I came to see you, Inuyasha." She said, and took a few steps towards him. Inuyasha turned his gaze to his surrounding area. Was this a trap?
"You came to see me? Why?"
"Because I missed you."
Kikyou's words left him shocked, staring at her with slightly parted lips, and wide curious amber orbs. She had I missed /I him? Kikyou had I missed /I him? The same Kikyou who had last time they spoke still wished to bring him down to Hell with her? It was unfathomable.
"Y-you missed me?" He asked softly, and Kikyou stepped slowly up to him, tilting her head to the side, locking her eyes with his.
"I missed you Inuyasha." She said softly, and reached for his hand.
'Kagome...'
Inuyasha flinched away from her, stepping back and gazing at her suspiciously. Since when had she ever missed him? Ever wanted anything more than to bring him to Hell with her? And why now? Why at this very moment?
Why when he was searching for Kagome's chance at life?
Kikyou narrowed her eyes, and dropped her hands to her sides. Of course. She should have known he wasn't going to make this easy. Naraku had been a fool to suspect any part of their plan would go smoothly. She had figured out that much when they discovered Kagome had returned to the Sengoku Jidai. Still, a new plan had formed. And as much as Kikyou found she disliked Naraku, she still had to admit the plan was nothing short of brilliant. Or at least it seemed to be.
And now it had been put into action. They were all out doing their part. Kikyou was to keep Inuyasha distracted - A task she had originally thought easy. Sesshoumaru was to go ahead and destroy the well, so that Kagome couldn't return, and the third part of the plan could be put into action.
Because while Kikyou was keeping Inuyasha's attention, and Sesshoumaru was destroying her escape home, Naraku was on his way to kidnap her. After that was accomplished, the next step could be put into action, all of it leading to one thing -- Breaking Inuyasha's spirit.
"What is wrong Inuyasha? Are you disgusted by my touch? Have you finally forgotten me?" Kikyou prodded, her voice the perfect mixture of hurt and anger.
"No! Of course not!" Inuyasha stammered out, and moved close to her again, "Kikyou, I could never forget you. Ever." He whispered, gazing down into her brown depths.
Kikyou's lips hinted at a grin, but she quickly dismissed it, stepping up to him, and then laying her head against his chest and wrapping her arms around his middle. She could feel him stiffen, and then breath again, relaxing against her as his arms came around to hug her tightly to him. He closed his eyes.
"I'm glad." Kikyou spoke softly, and Inuyasha whispered back.
"I'll never forget you, Kikyou."
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A/N: Okay. If anyone right now is panicking - Relaaax. Go back to Chapter six and look at my comments at the bottom. I made a promise there, and I do intend to keep it -- Despite my knack for depressing endings.
And for the record, I'm a strict Inuyasha & Kagome fan. I wish Kikyou would just die already. _
Anyway, sorry if this chapter was a little short. I just got back from the world of Mid-Terms, thus why I haven't updated in a while. So I'm just getting back into the knack of things. Hehe.
Thank you guys so much for your patience!
~Kimmy-chan