Well this was a difficult chapter to do, but here it goes ---------------------------------------------------------------------------

Kagome arrived to the feudal era to find that things were exactly like what the fortuneteller showed her. Bodies lay lifeless on the ground, crimson liquid still dripping from them. I wonder if this is Inuyasha's doing. Kagome thought to herself. Where is Inuyasha? Kagome closed her eyes in a desperate attempt to remember the place in with her "vision" took place. " Okay, Kagome. Look for a large boulder." Kagome whispered to herself silently. Kagome started to walk, making sure to carefully step over each body. She began to look at the bodies of the men, women and children lying about terrified expressions painted on their faces. Kagomes heart winced, as ever person seemed to stare at her as if saying: "Where were you?" Kagome started to run, wanting to get away from the binding stares. Without watching where she was going Kagome ran into something hard. She looked to the persons face a worried expression upon it.

"Miroku! I'm so glad you're okay. "

"Likewise."

"Do you know if this is Inuyasha's doing?"

"I'm not sure, Kagome. I hope not, though." Miroku replied scanning the area with his scarlet eyes. Kagome lowered her head in disappointment. "I'm too late. I can't save these people. I can't save Inuyasha. "Her voice almost lower then a whisper with her last words. "I won't allow Inuyasha to be swallowed up like this. I must help him."

Miroku turned towards the wind. "Are you sure that is wise, Kagome? I know you intend well, but what if he...kills you? Maybe it would be best just to let me look for him."

Kagome's eyes widened. Maybe Miroku is right. Wait. No! Snap out of it Kagome. You must look for him. "No, Miroku. I must look for Inuyasha and save him at any cost."

Miroku nodded his head submissively. There was no arguing with her.

---------------------------------------------------------- Inuyasha stepped slowly off the small boulder. His nose picking up a familiar scent. "Kagome." He whispered softly. His eyes were submissive, and soft.

"Inuyasha." A faint voice whispered in the back of his head. "Can you hear me, Inuyasha?" It called again. Inuyasha nodded his head softly. "Now you do what I say, Inuyasha or I'll kill them all, just like I killed all the others. Now your fragile heart is filled with hate and anger, and I do intend to use it. You resist in any way and your dear Kagome is dead. Just like the other one." Inuyasha's heart jumped...Kikyo. He closed his eyes tightly; anger forcing its way to his head. He lifted the tetsiga high above his head, and bought it down, crushing the massive boulder beneath him into small pieces. He stepped from the rubble, and clenched his fists. "That's it, Inuyasha. Be angry." The voiced demanded. Damnit. I'll be damned if I let this bastard kill Kagome. I will not allow it to happen. Not again.

"Kagome, there he is." Miroku said, pointing to Inuyasha. They watched as he smashed the massive boulder into miniature bits, and stepped from the rubble. His eyes were normal this time, though. He clenched his fists tightly. Small tears dripped down his face slowly.

"Inuyasha." Kagome whispered. She took a step towards him, but quickly backed up remembering her "vision." She shook herself mentally. This was Inuyasha. He wouldn't hurt her. She would not let some fortuneteller map out her life. This was something she had to do.

"Inuyasha, what's wrong?" Kagome questioned, taking small baby steps towards him. "Kagome, stay away." His voice sounded bruised, and hoarse.

"Inuyasha, what's wrong?" She took her final step, and came face to face with him. "Please tell me what's wrong with you...Please."

Inuyasha put his head down, staring into nothingness. Kagome whispered his name softly trying to make him look her in the eye.

"Kagome, get away from him. I sense his demon aura becoming stronger. " Kagome took a slight step back, trying to distance herself, yet not go too far. A loud, grimacing laugh escaped his lips, and he threw his head back in hysteria. "You stupid wench. There is no Inuyasha here. "Kagome gasped, and took a few steps backward, nearly tripping over a rock. "Who are you?" A look of confusion and worry on her face.

"I knew a stupid wench like you wouldn't know who I am. I guess I will have to tell you. I am Miroshou, great demon of the west. Your loving Inuyasha belongs to me now." He stated, matter-of-factly. A frown reached Kagome's features. She wouldn't allow Inuyasha's soul to be devoured by some wayward demon.

"Sit boy!" Kagome screamed, a slight echo following. Inuyasha's face slammed into the ground with a force unseen before. Maybe it was a little drastic but she had to do something.

A muffled "Shit" came from the spot where Inuyasha lay, and she knew he was back. She rushed to his side, apologizing quickly. He climbed to a sitting position and rubbed his face. Before he could utter any obscenities, she wrapped her arms around him tightly. She'd caught him by surprise so he flinched slightly. Tears ran down her pale cheeks and soaked into his kimono. "Inuyasha." She whispered, nestling her head on his shoulder. "I'm so glad you're okay." He couldn't find the words to say to her. His heart screamed, wanting to say: "I'm glad you're okay, also." However, his mind screamed, telling him just to hug her back and nod. Therefore, he did so. Kagome allowed him freedom from her embrace just to burst into tears and fall helplessly back into his arms.

She wanted to tell him how scared she was, and about the fortuneteller, but she could not. She just wanted him to hold her. This was a terrible ordeal for her. She didn't even want to imagine how it was for Inuyasha. He had been through so much, and this was just one of his many problems. How could be possibly face himself after killing so many? This would be a burden on his shoulders. She clenched her eyes closed trying to fight back the tears. The tears she shed for him. She had cried many times before but now those tears seemed meaningless. She fought back the last of her tears, realizing how selfish it was for her to be showing so much emotion. She could only imagine what Inuyasha was thinking. She looked into his eyes they were emotionless and blank. She wanted him to look at her, but he just stared into the distance, looking at all the people, he'd slain mercilessly. Inuyasha. Inuyasha, please look at me. As if reading her thoughts, Inuyasha looked into her eyes, tears starting to form in his own. Kagome wrapped her arms around him, silently telling him that it was okay, that it wasn't his fault. As if understanding her every thought. He nodded his head, burying his head into her shoulder.

For the first time, Inuyasha shed tears. For the first time he'd bared his soul to her. For the first time, he could trust someone with his thoughts. Moreover, for the first time, he'd truly felt love.

Kagome, Inuyasha, and Miroku walked back towards Kaede's village in total silence. As they were walking, Kagome would glance back at Inuyasha, he was once again transfixed upon the lifeless bodies. Denial soaked its way into his heart, and stayed with him. Hw could he possibly live with himself after this. He'd killed so many, and there was no way to get them back, no matter how many times they'd told him it's not his fault, he couldn't accept it. There was no possible way.

Upon arriving to the village, they would go to Kaede's hut first to see Sango. She had been injured trying to stop Inuyasha. Inuyasha sighed before walking into the hut. How could he possibly face her after nearly killing her?

"Inuyasha, glad to see you're okay." She said, smiling weakly. Blood stained the sheets she lay on. No words coming to him, he just nodded his head. They stayed with Sango awhile before Kaede made them leave, saying Sango needed her rest. However, Miroku demanded he be allowed to stay, as did Shippo. Kagome and Inuyasha sat outside the hut, conversing slightly. There were not many things to say, as Inuyasha would sometimes look away and become lost.

"Inuyasha, do you think that demon will come back?"

"I'm not sure, Kagome. All I know is that it was just a voice in my head. A voice pushed me to kill all those people. Just a voice. What if that voice comes back and tells me to kill you. What will I do then? I couldn't live with myself if I ever hurt you."

"Inuyasha, it wasn't-"

"It was my fault! I let some damn demon control my mind. I let him provoke me to kill those people! He lives off my hatred and anger. So there is no way to stop him. It's best I just leave."

"Inuyasha you can't leave, we need you." Kagome begged.

"You don't need me. Look what I did to Sango. Is that truly what you need? Some weak half-demon that attacks at any unknown moment. The only way I'll stay is if you promise to kill me. Kill me if I try anything." He turned towards Kagome, looking her in the eyes sternly. "No hesitation."

"No hesitation" Kagome said, softly. Although she had said what she said, she could not kill Inuyasha. The person that'd saved her so many times, and showed her compassion when she needed it. How could she possibly do that? She looked away hiding the tears that started to form. She could not allow herself to breakdown in front of Inuyasha again. She just couldn't.

"Kagome. I know what you're feeling right now. I know how it feels to be faced with a difficult decision." He slowly stood, and turned his back towards Kagome. "I'll be back before nightfall." And with that, he ran off. Kagome sat silently, pondering his words. She couldn't help but wonder what that decision was, but decided against asking him. She would leave this be.

"Kagome, come quick it's Sango." Miroku called from inside the hut. Kagome ran to the hut, astonished by what she saw. Sango's –

That's all for this chapter. R&R.