The growling deepened in his throat as the dream's visions came into his head. His strong grasp on Kagome neck. The look on her face, it going from a warm peach colour to death white, the feeling of her blood on his hands and the blood she spit out and onto his face. Her fragile limp body, slowly dying before him. He put his hands to his head and felt the demon blood come to a stop. Golden eyes looked straight ahead into the surrounding darkness. How could he dream of such things? Still the image of Kagome crying out in pain filled his mind and he growled deeply again. Not only had he killed her but everyone else. Kaede's entire village, he destroyed it...wiped it clean. He shook his head and the demon blood slowly began to take itself into his system. Putting a hand to his head he sighed. It had been a dream right? He had not really killed...everyone...it had to be true because he couldn't smell smoke or the sickening smell of rotting flesh. He gazed at the moon. Full. He widened the red eyes and gave a soft smile. Why? What was going on? He was still able to think. He knew everything.

The essence was there, the purity of demon blood and yet the hunger for blood...wasn't there. Why? Was it the moon? Possibly, after all it had screwed his life up enough. Why not add more? The New Moon drained him of his demon powers and rendered him a weak mortal and nothing more, and on the Full Moon it only seemed fair that his demon be almost impossible to ignore. Almost destroying his human blood, leaving only a little there. Quiet. There were no sounds, and he liked it. The world was quiet and dark. Maybe tonight he would finally get a good night's sleep. Then why did he feel another form near him? And why could he hear the inhale and exhaling of a woman? Kagome? For the first time he turned his gaze to the form beside him. A small smile appeared on his lips, she was a live...he put a hand to his forehead and breathed a sigh of relief. She wasn't dead...yet.

The demon blood was still coming, yet it was slow and wasn't pressuring him to take her. Now he was confused. It was probably toying with him. He looked back at Kagome when he heard her shift and brought her knees closer to her chest. Lying on her side she exhaled and the grass was pushed back. Her pale blue t-shirt didn't look very warm and she gave a shiver and pulled her legs closer to her. What was she doing out here? It was dangerous, there were demons and bandits, strangely that didn't stop her. He untied his haori and laid it on her sleeping form.

Her scent drove him wild and he began to feel the demon blood become aroused. Pale purple markings were starting to from and no matter how much he tried to restrain it. It didn't work. All against his better judgement, but to his demon counterpart's delight, he leaned forward and gave a small kiss on Kagome's cheek. He got up and jumped over the lake and leapt up into the nearest tree. High up he jumped and finally landed on a thick branch, still he could see Kagome and was able to come to her rescue if anything attack, but her scent wasn't as powerful as it was down there. And besides, he would assume that any demon that came down path would smell his scent on her from the haori and assume that she was taken, that she already had a mate. He felt the demon laugh in his head and Inuyasha responded by merely rolling his eyes.

Kagome woke to the sunlight streaming onto her face and she yawned and pulled her red blanket over her eyes. Wait a minuet. Red blanket...she never brought a blanket...she opened her eyes and smiled at the site of Inuyasha's haori. But where was Inuyasha? Kagome stood up and draped the red cloth around her shoulders. The mornings were cooler here than in her Era. Kagome turned in a circle and to her dismay could not find Inuyasha. She gave a small scowl and put her hands on her hips. Where could he have gotten?

She didn't even know if last night he was pure or half demon. That worried her a bit and she scowl was turned into a frightened one. She didn't want anything to happen to him...Kagome bit her bottom lip and looked around again. Oh Inuyasha I hope your okay... Kagome picked up her flashlight and began to walk along the path that would eventually draw her to Kaede's village. Kagome kept her gaze on the dirt ground and sighed. Inuyasha's haori was way to big for her. The sleeves drooped down way too much and the hem of it was almost to her knees. Still it was keeping her warm and she knew that Inuyasha would come back to claim it. Then maybe they could talk...be alone for a bit. She thought back to the day Koga had attacked and to when she had almost lost her half demon. How he had no desire for blood. He said it was she that made him feel so clam. But...her mind wandered elsewhere...Kikyou. Why did she have to have his love? Wasn't she good enough?

No of course not, Kagome had fulfilled her purpose almost four months ago. She only came back because she had friends here. There were no more Jewel Shards to find...and Naraku certainly he must be up to something...it was rare for him to remain so quiet, Kagome knew he was planning something. She lifted her gaze to meet the front gates of Kaede's village. Wow that was a shorter walk than I had expected. Kagome wandered in and looked around, scarcely anyone was out. Then again it was early dawn. Coming into the sight of Kaede's hut, Kagome quietly walked in and was shocked to find Sango up. She looked at Kagome and smiled weakly. Sango looked very pale. Kagome rushed to her side and took her hand. Kagome looked over to Shippo, Kirara and Miroku who were all still asleep.

"Sango, what's wrong?"

"I feel sick..." Sango whispered and placed a hand on her protruding stomach

"Oh Sango..." Kagome sat down beside her and allowed her to rest her head on Kagome's shoulder.

Kagome proceeded to brush away the fallen bangs away from her eyes. Sango did feel a little hot. What she needed was a good sleep. Even being almost two months pregnant still could take the energy and Sango must feel exhausted. "Sango I want you to rest today, I'll do everything for you... you must be so exhausted, is there a hut nearby where you can be alone?"

"I believe there is one right beside ours Kagome," Sango gave no objection to the day's plans for her. Kagome knew that Sango knew she needed a rest.

"Alright Sango, I'm gunna help you up and then we're gunna go over there so you can rest," Kagome whispered and stood up, grabbing and securing a strong grasp on Sango's hand she pulled her up. Silently walking out Kagome grabbed a bucket for water and walked Sango over to the hut besides theirs.

Already there was a small makeshift bed for her and Kagome left to fill the bucket with the cool water. Returning she saw Sango already on her side and watching Kagome enter. Placing the bucket down next to Sango and walking over to the window, Kagome pulled the bamboo across it. Kagome missed the red eyes that followed her movements and the shadow that came closer.

"How's that Sango?" Kagome whispered

"It's perfect thanks," Sango murmured

"Okay well I'm gunna go, tell you what when Kirara wakes up I'll send her in here, and if you need anything Kirara can come and get me,"

"Great. Hey Kagome you know what would be weird? If you and I had gotten pregnant around the same time, our children may have been best friends. It looks like I may have to wait awhile before I can be an aunt huh?" Sango closed her eyes and failed to see the blush creep into her cheeks, not to mention the blush that was on Inuyasha's face from on top of the roof. He could still feel the half-breed blushing too. Though the demon was able to come up with an answer: Soon Sango, it will be soon.

The day was a lazy one. The sun had risen and brought with it unbearable heat. Everyone moved slowly and the day's work took forever. The children who, normally would run in between the huts and hide from one another, were trying to find relief by sitting in the shade. Miroku looked up from his spot in the shade and sighed. Looking in the direction towards the hut where Sango was resting, he focused his gaze on the ground. Kagome was the only one who was in the hut with Sango. He knew that Kagome would eventually let him in, but it wasn't right now. He was beginning to become a little anxious. He wanted Sango to recover, to be well again. Without her near him, he felt bored and lonely. He closed his eyes and began to find himself nodding off. Opening his eyes slightly again, he found himself looking straight at Jade ones. Jolting back in surprise he knocked Shippo off his lap and onto the ground beside him.

"Owww, Miroku!" Shippo rubbed his head

"Sorry Shippo, but you startled me,"

Sorry. Miroku, I'm bored, I want Kagome to come play with me,"

"But she is busy with Sango right now," Miroku looked at the hut again. Get well soon Sango...

"Ya but...I'm bored and hot," Shippo sighed

"Maybe Kagome would like a break," Miroku said "Why don't you ask her. Tell her Miroku will take over."

"Okay! I'll be back in a second!" Shippo took off running towards the hut.

Above the hut's roof and in the security of shade, a tree loomed above. Red eyes opened at the sound of huffing, painting and footsteps. Lazily turning his gaze to the ground, he saw the small fox child run into the hut. Closing his eyes again, he shifted his position a bit to try and make himself more comfortable in the tree. Goddamn this heat. It's just too hot outside. He put his hands behind his head and yawned a bit.

"Hi there Shippo, what's up?" Kagome looked up from the water she was dumping into a small bowl. She handed it to Sango who was sitting up and took the water from Kagome's hands and took a sip. Kirara mewed beside Sango then yawned.

"Hi Shippo," Sango smiled

"Sango! Are you feeling better?" Shippo ran over

"Much better, thank you!" Sango smiled again

"Kagome? Miroku was wondering if you wanted a break, after all you have been taking care of Sango all day. Miroku said he would take over for you," Shippo said

"Well, if it's okay with Sango..." Kagome looked over at her

"Okay Kagome, it's okay with me if you take a break, you know you need one,"

"Okay Sango," Kagome sighed, "I'll get Miroku."

"Thank you so much Kagome," Sango said.

"You're welcome," Kagome and Shippo walked out of the hut and Kirara stood up and laid on the pillow beside Sango.

She mewed and Sango stroked Kirara's mane. She purred and Miroku then walked into the hut. Sango smiled and Miroku breathed a sigh of relief. He walked over to Sango and sat down. He placed a hand on her stomach and Sango sighed.

"Are you sure you're feeling better?"

"Ya...thanks," Sang reached up and kissed Miroku

"Can we go swimming Kagome?" Shippo said from atop her head

"You can, I'll watch you!"

"Okay!"

Shippo raced ahead of Kagome and stopped at the small creek. Kagome's eyes widened. The very same creek, The one where she and Inuyasha had a small fight, right before she went home and met Yura of the Hair. His gaze at her. She knew he thought of Kikyou. So much has happened since that day. Kagome looked at the forest that surrounded her. Where could he be? She wanted to see him. Kagome sat down on the ground and drew her knees to her chest. Laying her hand on her knees she felt her tears come. This wasn't supposed to happen. He wasn't supposed to become a pure demon.

"Ahhh, there you are Lady Kagome,"

"Myoga?" Kagome frowned "What are you doing here? You ran away last time!"

"Ahem, well yes, it took me awhile to come back but I never did get a chance to tell what I think my help the Lord," Myoga rubbed his chin

"Kagome you're not watching me!" Shippo cried

"I am Shippo I am! Kagome waved a hand. "How can you help Inuyasha Myoga?"

"Well we would have to wait till the New Moon until-..."

"What?! The New Moon? But that's like three weeks away! Why? Why wait that long?" Kagome cried

"Because, even though he may be a pure demon, the New Moon will weaken the demon blood. Perhaps long enough for me to drain enough of the blood to render him a mortal," Myoga explained

"But without the demon blood, in the morning wont he still be a mortal?" Kagome thought

"Hum, perhaps I might leave a bit of the demon blood in his body," Myoga said

"Do you think that plan will really work?" Kagome asked

"There will be only one to know for sure,"

"In three weeks huh?"

"Correct," Myoga said, "I must return to the road Kagome."

"Okay, But at the end of the month, you gotta be here, right at sundown okay?"

"Yes, yes," Myoga hopped down from her shoulder and began to run down the road.

"Okay Myoga I'll see you at the end of the month!"

"Kagome! Are you watching me?" Shippo called

"Yes Shippo!" Kagome called, she wished the three weeks would come faster.

The only problem was: how was she going get Inuyasha to come on the New Moon? Maybe the three weeks would give her some time to think of a plan.

"Okay Kagome I'm ready to go now!"

She walked. Fireflies rose in the air at her movement. They glittered like jewels in the night sky. She paused to look them. So fragile like life, like humans. However she loathed them. So full of life and not at all part of the death realm. She reached out to touch one, but they felt nervous in her presence and quickly rose higher in the ink night. Her eyes narrowed. They were so like humans. Frightened and scared. She loathed them all! She walked faster through the tall reeds and more jewels floated into the sky. She tightened her hold on her bow and drew the quiver over her shoulder. She would come to them. They were going to pay. She looked at the tear in her outfit. The wound had longed since healed. That little bitch was going to pay for hurting her. And he didn't do a thing to comfort her! She gave a soft scowl. He worried about the bitch. Her hair traveled across her face. She was going to pay. And the cost was high. Pay with her life! And he, he would come to Hell with her. Even if she had to curse him, then so be it. First, she would draw her arrow, pull it back far on the bow. Wait until the bitch was looking her right in her dead eyes, then she would release it. It would hurl towards her. Her eyes would be wide. He would scream her name, but he would not be able to save her, for he would be bound. Fly arrow, fly, and plant itself right in her heart. She gave a short laugh and tightened her grip on her quiver string. The blood would fly from her mouth and from her heart. Again she laughed. And he could do nothing but watch her die! Then she would lift the curse and then they would be together in Hell forever and she would die alone, her punishment for injuring her in the first place. Die you bitch! Die!

Kagome shot up from her bed. Sweat was pouring from her temples. Her back was sticky and she was very hot. What a dream! Kikyou. Why was she in her dreams? It was real. It had to be. Kikyou was angry. And she was planning her very own death. But why? She was going to take Inuyasha to Hell with her. Curse him too. Kagome was shaking, was it a premonition? Her eyes widened. No it couldn't be. Kagome lay back down onto the futon, but she stayed awake long into the night. She glanced at Sango and Miroku. They were so happy. Kagome rolled onto her side. Married. They were even going to have a baby. Kagome felt like she was going to cry, why did everything come so easily for them. Kagome widened her eyes. That wasn't true, and she shouldn't think like that. It had taken a lot for Miroku to admit his love to Sango, and a lot of promises not to grope other women. But still it seemed a hell of a lot easier for them then compared to what she was going through. Her half demon, struggled every day, just to see her. Kagome rolled onto her back. She wanted to be in the protection of his arms once again. This plan, she hoped it would work. Three weeks was an awfully long time. She hated betraying his trust, tricking him, but it was the only way to get him to cooperate. Kagome turned onto her other side; she hoped she would forgive him.

Red eyes glanced up. Was she okay? He straightened his posture and glimpsed at the small hut. He could smell the fear emitting off her. It was so strong. What? Now salt? Tears, she was crying. No, why? Did he do something wrong? He didn't understand. Why was she crying, he felt her call to him, he knew she wanted him to be beside her. He would gladly do it too, but there were too many people surrounding her. Not to mention the half-breed didn't trust him around her. He growled and leapt down from the tree. Silently he walked to the hut. Quietly he pushed back the bamboo and stared ahead. He found her in the corner; she seemed to favour that spot lately. He was happy that the little kit had not decided to join her in sleeping. He wanted to pick her up and run with her into the night. He didn't want to share her with anyone. She was his mate, she may not know it yet but soon she would see. See how much she belonged to him. He knew that, she knew that. He let the bamboo fall into place and he went back to the tree. Settling himself onto the tree, he tried to close his eyes and get some kind of sleep, however, every time he would close his eyes, he would smell the salt, stronger then before. Why? Why did she continue to cry? He tried to think back to see if he had done anything but nothing came to mind. Again he jumped down from the tree and reached the hut. He pushed back the bamboo and walked inside. She was on her back, she must be only sleeping lightly because her eyes would move, and however she didn't open them. He looked at the floor, odd. There was a clear path to where she lay. Her scent called to him. Carefully he walked over to her and looked her over. Bending down he saw a single tear fall. He clenched his teeth and gently scooped her up. Her head fell over his arms and he shifted position so her head was now resting under his chin. She gave a small sigh but never opened her eyes. Odd. He though for sure that she was going to wake up, after all they were running at a pretty fast pace.

Slowing to a light jog, and stopping completely into the small clearing he looked up. The God Tree, the only that had remained the same in his time and her own. He jumped up and landed on a branch that over looked the village. He looked at his mate, so content and peaceful. He shut his eyes tight. The half-breed wanted to be sure he didn't harm her. What was the mutt so afraid of? Him hurting her? Well of course he wouldn't. Then the demon understood. It was all the other times the half-breed had released him. When he had no other choice. When his mate was in danger. The half-breed was scared of him, and his lust for blood. He didn't understand, he had always saved their skins and the half-breed was able to gain control again, of course. The mutt was afraid that there may come a time when he couldn't get the control back, the time where the pure demon would kill and kill. When he might hurt their mate. But he would never do that would he? He felt Kagome shift into a more comfortable position. No he would never harm her. He looked down at her. Was she really too young to mate and mark? The demon felt the mutt yell a yes. He didn't want to accept that. He wanted to have her bear him pups. He wanted her so badly and would never let anyone take her from him. Not without a bloody fight. He rested his chin on her head and stared into the horizon. No one could take her from him especially that damned wolf. No, he would never lose her to him. He gave a soft growl. When the time came he would mark her and then she would be his. Then he could have her forever. He smiled a bit and let her scent pull him into the oblivion of sleep.

Kagome slowly opened her eyes. Leaves, sky what was going on? She adjusted her vision. A tree?! What the..! Kagome looked down then up. Inuyasha? How had he gotten here? She knew she fell asleep in the hut. He must have come and gotten her in the middle of the night. She looked at his arm. It was very securely around her waist, his chin was on her head, and so did this mean that he wanted her? She tried to move but his strong grip on her only increased. He opened his eyes and adjusted his view so he could look at her. Eyes like rubies and purple streaks. No, she wanted him to be half. The dream. Was he going to be cursed? She was going to die in the dream, was he a pure demon or half? Why couldn't she remember? She felt the tears come that opened the gate for the fear. She didn't want him cursed. Did this mean she needed another plan?

Again her fear? Tears too. What was going on? He needed to find out; he didn't like seeing his mate in fear.

"Kagome, what's wrong?" he felt her avert her gaze to meet his

"N-nothing, its nothing," Kagome stared, his voice was deeper

"I know something is wrong, why can't you trust me?" he didn't understand, why didn't his mate trust him

"It's only a nightmare I had last night; it kind shook me up a bit," she bit her lip

"What happened in it?" He asked. Did Kagome really want to tell him that she had seen their deaths?

"I was shot, you were cursed," Kagome gave a yelp as he growled deeply

"By who! How'd they do it?" he growled louder

"It was Ki-Kikyou!" Kagome cried, no, was he mad now?

"Damn her!" Inuyasha glared. How dare she attack his mate, she killed his mate! His grip on her waist tightened and she smiled.

"Don't worry, it was only a dream Inuyasha, it cant possibly come true," He looked down at her. For my sake and his I hope that I can believe my own words and didn't dream about the future.

"Still, I don't want her to hurt you," his grip loosened

"So you care about me?" Kagome looked up. He only responded by planting a kiss on her lips.

Sorry about doing this guys, it'll make some trouble for reviewing...sorry about that....