Her head was down. He watched as she walked out of the forest. Her skirt travelled around her thighs. He really didn't want her to go, but she convinced him. She promised that she would be back in three days. To him though, it felt like an eternity. He was nervous, what if she didn't come back? What if she decided that he had become too dangerous and sealed the Well again? His eyes widened and he leaned forward. She stopped and looked up. Did she see him? He shrunk back into the cover of the tree's leaves. He saw her smile and shake her head. What was she doing? She continued walking again and he saw her look at the sky. Very early morning, she fad fallen asleep in his arms, and he protected her. He would let no harm befall her. Yet when the sun rose, he knew that he had to let her go, though he didn't want to. He nuzzled his nose in her hair so he could take in her scent. It may have been a bad idea, but at least he would be able to keep her scent with him.

After all, who knows how long she would be in her Era. Three days, he didn't believe her. It was the past, the past he couldn't forget, and after all she had left him. His heart ached and longed for her. Why didn't she realize that? Did he tell her? No, he had only scared her away, but, but he wanted her...to be with him, to stay with him. He jumped into another tree and watched as Kagome approached the Well. He waited for hr to go in, but yet, she just stood there. The sun's rays not fully up yet, and her head was bent down again. He couldn't see her face. Damn! What was she thinking? Quietly he jumped down to a lower branch and tried to see her face, yet again he couldn't.

"Inuyasha you can come out now," she called softly, his ears twitched at the sound of her voice. He widened his red eyes. How did she know he was there, he was certain he didn't make and sounds or let it be known that he had followed her. He jumped down from the tree and slowly approached her. He could hear the mutt yelling no, get back, and stay away from her. He smiled evilly. No! He mentally yelled back. He would never, ever be told what to do, especially by a dirty half-breed. He walked out of the early morning shadows and to her. Kagome, the woman he loved.

She turned to face him when she heard him step on a dry stick. What was she doing calling the demon to her? But she liked him, even if he was...well a little dangerous. Three days, she promised him. That was all she would stay in her Era, she promised him. And last night, last night was...amazing. He was so gentle, so loving, just like the old Inuyasha. She felt him bury his nose in her hair; she remembered leaning her head on his shoulder. His strong-arms around her waist, protecting her from falling, the way he kissed her. She felt his fangs lightly bite her lip. But the kiss it was almost...what was the word? Desperate, affectionate, mixed in one. Pained maybe. She wasn't sure. Suddenly she was aware of the arms around her waist, and the nose in her hair. She smiled in the darkness of early morning. Was he afraid? Afraid of what? She felt her mind ask. Afraid to let me go... She felt him straighten himself out, but never let his grip on her waist dim. He is afraid...

"Don't worry the days will go by quick you'll see," she turned into him and let her head rest on his chest. He moved his hands from her waist to her back. Kagome could hear his heart beating, it sounded so fast. Was he nervous, no he was afraid that she wouldn't come back to him, she must assure him.

"I'll always come back to you okay? I will. I just need to take a couple of tests and I'll be back, I promise," then he let her go, just like that. Kagome forced herself to look at his red eyes. They were sad, lonely. What was she going to do to assure him? She hoped that he wouldn't take this gesture the wrong way. She took a few steps that separated them but to her dismay she found him back up. Confused she tried again, but Inuyasha just back up again. Why was he doing this? She sighed and turned her attention back to the Well. It was worth a try and she put a foot on the Well's edge. Then she felt herself fall back and spun around. She found Inuyasha looking at her and bent down to give her a kiss. His lips touched hers, then she found him withdraw. Why? She looked in his red eyes and understood. He didn't want to take it too far with her. She smiled at him and nodded her head. He hung his head and turned around. She jumped in the Well and let the blue light surround her.

Inuyasha looked back and sighed, this was going to be a very long three days.

As he watched the sun set on the second night he shifted his position to be more comfortable. Tomorrow afternoon Kagome would come back, and it would be a test to see if she would really come back to him. He yawned slightly and found himself rather tired. But he hadn't done anything in the past two days, how could he be tired? He closed his eyes slightly, what was that he smelt? He growled loudly, that damn wolf have the nerve to show himself again? Feeling the demon blood become angry he followed his nose to the outskirts Kaede's village. He concealed himself in the shadows and watched. The wolf seemed to be looking for someone. He widened his eyes. No! Kagome! That damn wolf was looking for Kagome. The growling become louder and he saw the wolf turn and look in his direction.

Koga smiled and waited. His eyes widened though as Inuyasha stepped out of the darkness.

"I thought I killed you mutt," Koga narrowed his eyes

"Bastard, I will not be killed by the likes of you. Now what is it you want?" Inuyasha growled

"I told Kagome that I would come back to get her, where are you hiding her you filthy mutt?"

"Look again you idiot! I'm pure demon now! Kagome isn't here! So back off!" Inuyasha spat

"Pure or dirty half it doesn't matter. Where is my woman?!" Koga yelled

"She ain't your woman! She is mine!"

"Like I stated already I claimed her as my mate long before you did! When you were still obsessed with that dead corps. I, unlike you, actually cared for her! Dirty half breed," Koga crossed his arms over his chest

Inuyasha needed to think fast how was he going to tip this in his favour? He grinned evilly, "She has already agreed to be my mate!"

"What!?" Koga yelled, "How dare you corrupt her!"

"She agreed on her own terms!" Inuyasha yelled

"Think about it half breed," Koga narrowed his eyes, "If everything went well with your...mate...and you managed to get her...well...pregnant...if and when Naraku found out, he would kidnap Kagome and hold her for your life."

"Well I-..."

"Or he would kill her! Naraku is evil; you would put the life of Kagome and her unborn child in danger?! Your scum half-breed! You should think about your Mate!"

Inuyasha stared at Koga. He was right, even if Kagome did agree to become his mate and she did get pregnant, the threat of Naraku was all too real.

"Renounce her and give her to me, besides she would be happier with me. I don't travel with danger looming over my head. Kagome will be happier isn't that what you want,"

"But she-..."

"Enough half breed, renounce her and give her to me, she deserves someone better,"

Koga was right even though Inuyasha didn't want to admit it. Kagome would be happier without death following her.

"Okay Koga I renounce her, she's yours to take," Inuyasha felt his heart tear in two, what had he done?

"Good choice," Koga said smugly, "I'll be waiting for her, when will my woman return?"

"Tomorrow," Inuyasha looked at the ground "once condition, I get to said good-bye to her."

"Fine make it quick though,"

The afternoon peaked. Kagome climbed out of the Well. Inuyasha was going to be happy that she kept her promise. She smiled as she felt his hands reach her out of the Well. But she gave a cry of surprise. It wasn't Inuyasha!

"Koga!"

His eyes were cold. Why had he come? What did he want? And where was Inuyasha? He secured an arm around her waist and lifted her completely out of the Well. All Kagome could think of was where her demon was. As he placed her on the ground Koga looked a head of Kagome and found the half-breed staring at him. Koga couldn't be happier, now he was going to rub the half-breed's nose in it. He placed his arms around Kagome's waist and pulled her forward. Perfect, he could see the jealousy sting the mutt; Koga knew he was struggling to not attack him…after all he had renounced Kagome, and now she was up for grabs again. Koga felt Kagome push at his chest in a feeble attempt to get away. He growled slightly. This was not supposed to happen, so he released her and looked into her eyes. They were full of hate. Did she hate him? No, she would learn to love him. But her eyes, so much hate…he resisted the urge to strike her. After all, how dare she look down on him? He was now her mate, and he demand that she show respect to him. He looked in the direction of the mutt; his head was bent and shoulders hunched. He smiled smugly, after all this time; Kagome was finally his. He bent down to kiss his new prize but drew back hastily when she spit in his face. Then she had the nerve to turn her back on him and run over to the filthy half-breed. This would be interesting to see, how would the mutt react? Now that he renounced her, he would not be allowed to touch her, look at her or speak like she once again belonged to him. He would wait; wait to see the look on Kagome's face when the mutt dejected her.

Kagome ran to Inuyasha but he only back up and kept his gaze on the ground. Why was he acting so strangely? He never even tried to save her from Koga. Something was wrong with him, and she wanted to know. Gently she placed her fingers underneath his chin and lifted his head. She was never prepared for the look that she received: his red eyes had a pained, apologetic look to them. Yet, his mouth, and his fangs were clenched, almost like he had to hold back something that needed to be said. But she didn't understand when he took her wrist and lowered it so her fingers were no longer under his chin. She felt hurt, her heart pained a bit. Something must have happened to Inuyasha when she was gone, but what?

"Inuyasha, tell me what happened," she softly said. But he only shook his head. Kagome saw his ears fall, something must be horribly wrong, why would not he tell her? Kagome took a few more steps towards him, but he only backed up, like he was afraid of her and then held out a hand. Kagome grasped his hand in hers and felt his close around hers. It was a step. Still his gaze never left the ground. But slowly he raised his a bit, just enough so he could see her eyes through his bangs.

"Inuyasha…talk to me…"

"I-I can't…by our law-…" Inuyasha was cut off when Koga interjected

"By our law Kagome he has renounced you, meaning that once again you may be claimed, and I have been the one to do it," Koga smirked, "By our law also Kagome, now that that filthy mutt has renounced you, he can no longer touch you, look at you or still talk like he owns you, you're mine now." Kagome stared at Inuyasha who had once again allowed his gaze meet the ground.

He knew that this was wrong, he craved and lusted for her, all he wanted was to be with her, and yet if she ever did become pregnant, then Naraku would hold it against him, Sesshoumaru might attack him and any other demon that had a grudge with him in the past would do away with his mate first. A cloud of death and destruction loomed over his head, but with Koga, it would be so much safer, death didn't stalk him. Inuyasha let out a soft growl. But he didn't want her to go…he would miss her…it would be like last time. The solitude, the pain, the torment and loneliness…it would be too much to bear… he would need a way to kill himself.

"Inuyasha…why? Why did you do this?" Kagome felt tears sting her eyes. Did he hate her that much, she didn't even know that she had been claimed and now she was being renounced? Her bottom lip trembled, so she bit it. After the morning in the tree, everything that had happened, the times he kissed her…didn't that mean anything to him anymore?

"I want you to be happy…it's too dangerous with m-…"

"You know the laws half-breed, you can no longer talk to her!" Koga yelled

"Shut up Koga! I'm trying to talk to Inuyasha! Butt out!" She hollered back. Koga stared at her, how dare she…she was going to get it…when they were alone. "Inuyasha, please tell me why you would do this?"

"We can no longer talk Kagome…"

"Screw the laws I wanna know why!" She cried. He looked at her. She was crying and he had done that.

The smell of her tears drifted around his nose and played with his senses. All he wanted to do was to embrace and kiss her pale lips. Why did everything have to be so hard? He grabbed her hand in his again and she smiled slightly. "Tell me, since when did you ever obey the rules or listen to that wolf over there?"

"Well-…"

"That's it Kagome we're leaving, that way that stupid mutt won't try and re-claim you again," Koga walked over and grabbed Kagome's arm. She kept a strong grasp on Inuyasha's hand, yet he wasn't doing anything to stop him. Were these damned laws that important? Kagome yelled at Koga to let her go but he refused. She spit at him and yet he still wouldn't let her go and Inuyasha still did nothing to stop him. Kagome looked into his eyes. Beyond the red and green she knew her half demon was shattered. She knew it hurt too much for him to go on.

He wanted her to be happy, but didn't he understand that she was happy being with him. His heart was broken, traumatized by losing her to his rival and being subjected to be deserted once more.

Koga pulled harder on her arm and she cried out, Inuyasha looked up with an evil look in his features but did nothing…then slowly Kagome's hand began to slip. She tried to grab a stronger grasp…and soon her hand was grabbing on to nothing but air…her hand slipped to far…Kagome cried. Koga grabbed her wrist and began to drag her away. Inuyasha was becoming smaller as she was being pulled further away. Rain poured from the skies. Harder it rained, and she saw Inuyasha fall to his knees and look at the dead sky, then his hands went to the ground next. Kagome watched him…until Koga began to run and she could do nothing but run with him. She kept a mental note of her surroundings the farther she went, she would need them, when she escaped.

By the time she had been allowed to stop Kagome had perfected her plan. The sun was setting and soon it would be night. All she needed to do was to convince Koga that she needed to be alone for one night, then she could escape…but it would take her at least till dawn to reach Inuyasha by the Well. She prayed that he would stay there; she hoped that he wouldn't leave and go somewhere. She wanted to feel his presence, his strong arms around her. She didn't mind if he was full demon, she just wanted to be near him.

Koga finally let her wrist go and Kagome rubbed it a bit to get the blood pumping into it again. Koga stared at her…Kagome was terrified…what was he going to do with her? That look reminded her of longing and craving…she hoped that she wasn't the cure. Koga began to advance towards her but she held up her hands…he stopped and looked at her.

"What is it my mate…?" Koga asked and Kagome shuddered, that didn't sound right coming from him.

"Can I be alone for tonight please…after all you just ripped me away from my lover, and I need time to adjust to my new life," Kagome pleaded and in her mind congratulated herself, lying was becoming easier. She saw Koga cross him arms and thought

"Well only for tonight…that mutt is no longer your lover…you're mine now…but fine…" Koga turned his back to her and sat down. Kagome copied him and then laid her head onto the soaked grass, the rain may have stopped but it had left many puddles…

After a near hour, Kagome opened her eyes and looked at Koga, he seemed to be fast asleep because of the pause for air were very long. Kagome bit her lip and silently stood up. She looked at Koga who never moved, and she tried to adjust her eyes to the darkness around her. Now in the direction they had come, she made sure that she faked slept on it so she wouldn't lose her way. Kagome moved forward and looked back at Koga. Nothing. Again she moved quickly though the wet grass, and when she was about twenty feet away she looked back. Night had casted long and dark shadows so it was kind of hard to see Koga, but a sudden intake of air turned her gaze and she stared at him, he never moved…so Kagome turned on her heel and ran…she ran hard. Her lungs burned for air, but she would not give up, no, she wanted to see him again. Twice stumbled and once she fell. She felt the stick split her flesh apart and the blood that soon formed, yet still, she would never give up not till she was in his arms once again.

Inuyasha opened his eyes. He couldn't grasp the fact that she was gone forever…did he really do the right thing? They had become so close…he was able to control his demon blood more…except when Koga grabbed her, how he wanted to tear him to shreds, for ever lying a hand on her. Inuyasha rolled onto his back…and stared at the clouded night sky. The rain had ceased, it was dark now…and instantly he was alone. He wanted her; her powerful scent…her soft hands and her bronzed eyes that held too much depth.

Slowly he picked himself up. Where was he to go now, after all Koga had just taken away his life? She was gone. But his heart told him to stay, like it was waiting for something…but what? He didn't understand, but he didn't really feel like staying anywhere else, her scent was still looming over this place and he just wanted to be near it, even it had begun to fade away. He dropped to his knees and then fell to his back. He hadn't done the right thing and now he understood why. Kagome was willing to stake her life, after she had been through so much here already…and she knew that as long as he had a single ounce of life in him then he would fight for her if her life were ever in danger. And if she become pregnant then he would protect her even more, after all he could always send her to her own Era till things died down. Inuyasha shot up. She was safe with him! She really was and she knew that. But Inuyasha didn't see it, and now she was gone, taken, snatched away from him! How was he going to get her back? He stood, and felt the demon blood become enraged…he would find her and reclaim her.

He took a step forward and sniffed the air…it smelled sweet, like blood. The dawn sun began to rise, lighting his way. Blood, he knew the smell of this blood…Kagome! She was near! But where? His head snapped around at the sound of leaves and bushes shaking, he growled and flexed his claws. He took step forward, claws raised. But, then he stopped and stared vacantly. Kagome stood in front of him, and then she fell to her knees and her head made contact with the ground, her hair everywhere. Inuyasha ran to her and bent down, he hair had leaves in them and her face was smudged with dirt and sweat. He looked down; her arm was covered in blood and dirt. Slowly he picked her up and held her close to his chest. She came back; he breathed a sigh of relief at the sound of her only fainting. He would take her to the village to get cleaned up. He turned his back and stared to walk. Then he felt another presence, he stopped abruptly and snarled. The demon became even more enraged, it knew that it was time to settle things once and for all.

"Drop her you dirty half-breed, and I won't be forced to rip you to shreds!"

Inuyasha merely responded with a low growling. Koga's eyes widened. How dare he respond like that? Koga's teeth were clenched and a low growl escaped his throat. Inuyasha turned around and stared icily at Koga. Now, he knew, was the time to finish this, a battle to the death. He glanced at Kagome in his arms, her chest rising and falling and how she moved more deeply in his arms. He pulled her closer to his chest and rested his head atop hers. Inuyasha bared his fangs at Koga and let out another deep growl.

Inuyasha could feel the demon blood telling him to kill Koga. Telling him to slaughter his rival and claim his mate. Koga prepared himself by steadying himself and raising his claws. He too bared his fangs, only never growled; however his ice like eyes did narrow.

Inuyasha had to be careful, last time he was willing to use Kagome to kill him. Inuyasha gently set her down on her back; her hair fell over her eyes. The slice on her arm looked deep. Inuyasha's first instinct was lick her wound, but that bastard Koga had shown up too quick, he could do nothing, only watch over her.

"You renounced her half-breed, and I have claimed her,"

"I change my mind wolf,"

"So, like last time then huh?"

"Fuck you!" Inuyasha growled and ran at Koga. Koga simply used his speed and hastily turned to the right. Inuyasha stopped in his tracks. Damn him, I'll never get close enough to hit him, he's still incredibly fast! I have to watch him around Kagome too…Inuyasha caught a whiff of Koga's scent and charged to the left, throwing his fist out. Catching Koga off guard, he was thrown backwards. But he managed to regain his sense of balance just before he hit a distance tree. Inuyasha smirked a bit, but it disappeared when he saw Koga come charging back. Inuyasha growled and feeling the demon blood become infuriated again he sped hastily towards him. Koga's fist collided with Inuyasha's cheek and was knocked off balance. Throwing his claws, Inuyasha aimed of Koga's eyes, but it missed him because Koga easily manoeuvred them. Inuyasha felt the sweat roll down his temples as he struggled to land at least a decent hit, and to shut Koga up, his taunting wasn't helping at all.

Finally Inuyasha managed to land deep claw wounds on his arms and stomach. Koga moved backwards and looked down. Crimson fury was pouring out and it didn't seem to be letting up. Koga felt like it was mocking him. Laughing, you fuck up; you have been wounded by a pure demon with a history of being a half-breed, you're done for you idiot! Koga growled and narrowed his eyes. Gathering his furry his charged Inuyasha who barely had time to blink and soon found himself caught at the neck by Koga's fist. Inuyasha's hands balled in to fists and managed to ram them with Koga's stomach. Blood poured onto his clench fist. He gasped and started backwards, but he dragged his claws along Inuyasha's neck, he cried out as the marks became embedded in his flesh and began to burn. Inuyasha's right hand went to his neck and smeared his palm and claws into the flowing blood. Dropping his hand and still staring at Koga, he gave a slight half smiled and jumped in the air.

"BLADES OF BLOOD!"

Koga narrowly escaped his attack. Soon he felt the burning, and searing pain on his back, he turned slight to see the fucking dog landing on the ground smirking. He reached behind him to feel what had happened. He found his hands come in contact with blood. No, one of the blades must have struck him. But, he, he dodged all of them…he was sure. Koga fell to his knees. Too much blood was flowing. He, he couldn't stop it…Koga growled, he struggled to get up, he would not lose his woman to a dog! Koga knew he was getting weak, but his fury and resentment for the filthy mutt told him to continue. Inuyasha charged towards him, but grabbing the sides of his ribs Koga narrowly dodged Inuyasha's next attack. He landed ten feet back and fell to knees once again. He felt the blood come up into his throat and mouth. Quickly he spit it out and ran fast to avoid another hit. Glancing at his woman he saw her stir slightly. Good, she was arousing. He saw her put a hand to her head and close her eyes. Koga looked at Inuyasha who had stopped and sniffed the air slightly. No! He must smell that Kagome has awakened! Koga gathered all his strength and charged.

He could smell that she had awoken. Good. He wanted to talk with her some more. He looked at the wolf, gone! Growling he looked around, but found him nowhere. Red eyes widened and he looked at where Kagome still lay. Yet he could not find him. Slowly, Inuyasha smirked; maybe that damned bastard had finally given up and ran with his tail between his legs. Suddenly Inuyasha felt himself being knocked backwards, and hard. His back collided with a nearby tree and seized the breath out of him. As he slid down from the tree he tried desperately to locate Koga. Inuyasha soon began to cough, and then began to spit out blood as Koga's claws embedded themselves in his stomach. Knowing that the mutt wouldn't be moving anytime soon Koga turned his attention to Kagome who began to sit up. Perhaps she wasn't the right one for him after all. A human? Why, after all he had a beautiful White Wolf Princess at his beck and call. Maybe, no he was in love with the human. He ran towards her and could hear the mutt began to growl. Koga narrowed his eyes and smirked. Too bad filthy mutt, you lost, once I mark her, she will have no choice but to love me!

He saw her eyes widen as he approached her.

"Inuyasha!!!" she screamed

Inuyasha's head shot up. Kagome! He slowly stood, and his head burned, not to mention every inch of his body. He focused his eyes on where he laid Kagome. That wolf was coming too close…he was…holding her by the throat. The chance of Koga marking Kagome grazed his thoughts. If that were to happen Kagome would have to love him, and obey him! Koga would mistreat her! Inuyasha ran towards the two. One thing was on his mind…kill that bastard…

Kagome couldn't breathe, her lungs they…hurt, and her throat scalded…she couldn't even manage a cough. Weakly, she beat on Koga's arms. He only lifted her higher, and dug his claws into her neck. Kagome gave a frail cry and the last of her air left her. Gradually her eyes closed…her arms fell to her side. Again she tired, tried to breathe and Kagome opened and eye. Focusing her eyes she saw red come up behind them, Inuyasha?

Inuyasha ran as fast as he could, Kagome arms were already at her sides…no; he was going to lose her if he didn't quicken his pace!!! Summoning all his strength Inuyasha was able to increase his speed and hold his pace.

He appeared behind Koga. Easily he thrust his claws into Koga's back. He cried out and dropped Kagome who fell, and remained motionless. Inuyasha swerved to the left and scooped Kagome up in his arms and proceeded to run with her. The last thing Inuyasha saw was Koga, falling onto his back, his breathing heavy. He didn't understand why he just didn't kill the bastard. His gaze fell to Kagome. She wouldn't approve, he ran into the forest that led to the village.

Minuets later, he came into another clearing. Inuyasha stopped. Now he could see the village from here. He would bring Kagome back in the night. Right now, she was with him and they were finally alone. Gently he set her down. Faintly she was breathing…that was a good sign. He picked up her injured right arm. He bent his head and began to lick it. He licked away all the blood and dirt. When he thought it was clean enough, he turned his gaze to her. Kagome's eyes were open and she was blushing.

She didn't understand. Why had he that. She struggled to sit up…her head was pounding and she didn't feel well. She looked at Inuyasha. Blood was all over his outer kimono. His face had minor cuts and his left eye was slightly bruised. What happened? Koga and Inuyasha must have gotten into another fight. But who had won. Kagome immediately thought they had, after all she would be here with Inuyasha, had he lost. She looked at his face. His red eyes were dropped slightly, and she knew then he was exhausted. It must have been a long and painful fight. But she was just glad he won.

"Inuyasha are you gunna be okay?" Kagome whispered. Her response was Inuyasha grabbing her wrists and pulling her forward. He hugged her, with much affection. When he released her he nodded his head.

"I think, you okay?"

"Ya I think," Kagome gave a small half smile

"I thought I was going to lose you to him," Inuyasha pulled her back into her arms and rested his chin on her head, "I thought he was going to mark you, take you away from me forever." Kagome's eyes widened. He was afraid? His demon side was being so gentle. Was it because his half demon mind had taken more control again?

"Oh Inuyasha, even if he had marked me, I'd have defied every rule, law and instruction to be with you,"

Inuyasha didn't know what to say. He continued to hold Kagome. Soon he felt the pain in his stomach again. He gasped and flinched in pain. His stomach was on fire. He lifted his head off Kagome's and spat out the sweet and foul tasting blood. He felt Kagome loosen his grasp and laid him on his back. Sweat rolled down his temples and back. He felt Kagome's soft hand brush his bangs out of his eyes. He heard her tear a piece if her shirt off and wipe his forehead with it.

"Inuyasha I need medical supplies, I need to go to the village or you may not make it, you're losing to much blood!" Kagome cried, "I don't want to lose you!" Inuyasha sat up and Kagome flung herself into his arms. He embraced her until the pain became unbearable and he let her go. Breathing heavily, he smirked

"Go, but come back soon!" he saw her nod. She got up and ran fast. He watched her leave for what he hoped wouldn't be the last time.

Oh this is a pain itn the butt no? Enjoy and r/r