Chapter 7! Who would have thought that people liked the story? Thank you so much guys. WARNING: this chapter will bring Inuyasha and a certain someone a bit closer. A hint of lemon very soon. Enjoy once again. Yours truly,

Lovely DR Lady alias Tomoyo

I DON'T OWN INUYASHA BUT I ATE A BROWNIE ONCE…

CHAPTER 7

Kikyou knew she was there. She could feel her. Her damn reincarnation was just behind a bush. The little bitch couldn't just drop dead! Why wouldn't she let her drag Inuyasha to hell with her and give them that? Well... Kagome or whatever her name was would get what she deserved soon. "I will make sure that she fades from the face of the earth permanently and very soon. In the mean time, I'll give her something to remember" she said in her thoughts.

Kikyou closed the space between her and Inuyasha. She looked up into his beautiful golden eyes and decided to have a little fun with Inuyasha while teaching Kagome a lesson.

"I can't help but feel frightened. I've no energy in this empty shell of a body. I don't think I will be able to fight much longer. Who knows if I will even be allowed to get my revenge on Naraku for depriving me of a chance of happiness and life by your side..." she said to Inuyasha. She was so close to him it was nerve wrecking.

Inuyasha's heart started to race. He loved Kikyou but in a different way. As a male he would naturally feel happy and a touch aroused but this had BAD written all over it.

Kagome couldn't tell what she felt more. Anger or empathy. She felt so sad. Kikyou was taken away from the person she loved and forced to roam the world as a lost soul She was so young and beautiful. She had the rest of her life ahead of her and she had the best reason to want to live. Inuyasha was always with her. And here she was interrupting their happiness. Kagome could never live up to her. She wasn't even as powerful or as pretty. But at the same time she wanted to rip her pretty little head off. How dare she come on to Inuyasha like that? That dead porcelain doll would pay!

"What the hell am I saying? She said a little bit too loud. She sighed and decided to watch a little more.

Inuyasha looked into Kikyou's eyes. They were cold. This wasn't the Kikyou he once grew to love. This Kikyou was unhappy and sad. He loved her smile and the flirtatious way she acted. Such a proper miko and yet such a spirited girl she was. Unfortunately she had the duty of protecting and purifying the sacred jewel shard. Such a shame but at least she was back. He could feel her alive for just a moment.

Kikyou hugged him and tilted her head. She brushed her lips across Inuyasha's in a sensual way yet she didn't kiss him. It was her way of putting him under a spell.

"Oh Inuyasha. How I've missed you" she said and went in for a kiss.

Before she could Kagome looked for a small rock she could throw so she could prevent the kiss. She found one and rapidly threw it. Kikyou had been distracted and Inuyasha as well so the rock made impact with Kikyou's head. Kagome couldn't help but sigh in relief.

"Bulls eye!" she said as she giggled silently to herself and watched as Kikyou broke away from Inuyasha. Kikyou pulled back from Inuyasha's arms and stared at the bush.

"Damned wench!" she said in her head and walked towards the bush. She was so close to killing that girl but Inuyasha grabbed her arm and turned her so she would face him.

"Look Kikyou I came her to check on you, not to improve our relationship at the moment. If there is such a threat after you I will protect you but I need you to be in a safe place" he said with concern in his eyes. Kagome's momentary happiness and victory faded. He was concerned about her and there was nothing she could do because he vowed to protect her. Even if it cost him his own life.

Kikyou shoved Inuyasha's hand away and look at him sadly.

"I fear that isn't possible. I have to go now Inuyasha. I will see you soon" she said and walked towards the the woods behind Inuyasha. Inuyasha let her go for now. He had too much in his head to follow Kikyou. Who would have known he was capable of letting her go? The fact was that he did and he suddenly felt the urge to see Kagome.

"Might as well go back" he said and jumped from tree top to tree top till he faded.

Kagome came out from behind the bush and started running towards the camp sight. She would have to make up a good excuse for not being in bed and being alone after her incident. What filled her with satisfaction was that she prevented Kikyou from an attempt to drag Inuyasha to hell with her. Let alone making out! Kagome's sadness left although her heart was not yet healed from the horrible things he had said.

Inuyasha got to the camp sight in a few minutes and looked around. Miroku was sleeping soundly on the floor with the little fox demon next to him. Across the bonfire were Sango and Kilala sleeping soundly. The only one missing was Kagome. He sniffed the air to catch her scent and finally did. He loved her scent. The perfect hint of jasmines and a mix of something that he couldn't point out. It was the very essence of his Kagome that made her smell so nice. Inuyasha blushed lightly and scratched his chin thoughtfully against his temple.

"I should find her and talk to her about earlier. It's a nice night out. Maybe she might forgive me" he said as he walked towards where he picked her scent up not far away from the sight.

As Kagome walked to the camp sight she found the most beautiful stream and scenery she had scene. Kagome then walked up a little hill and sat down next to a flower bed. She sat with her legs bent lying besides her on the grass. The wind blew her hair to the side as she looked at a near by stream. She admired the beauty of the scenery and saw the fire flies as they flew about the water. It was dark but the moon and the stars were shining bright bringing the river light. The place was so romantic. If she could only share it with Inuyasha it would be so nice.

Kagome then realized she had lost track of time and Inuyasha must have got to the camp sight a while ago. He would bite her head off if she didn't get there soon. She got up and brushed the grass off of her skirt. She decided to walk along the stream and admire the view as she walked towards the camp sight. Suddenly she saw a figure in front of her.

It was Inuyasha. The wind blew their hair to the side as they stared at each other for a little while. He looked into her chocolate eyes and she stared into his golden ones. He looked so handsome with the light on his silver hair blowing with the wind. He was so built and handsome. One had to be a fool not to notice. But the best part of all was his heart. He was a nice guy although a little rough around the edges but he was an overall sweet heart. She lost herself staring at him.

Inuyasha was also staring back. He was growing aroused just seeing her standing before him. Her eyes had a sparkle in them and he couldn't help but feel his heart skip a beat. His long hair waved in the air and so did her skirt. Her beautiful long legs looked so scrumptious to him. Her chest kept rising and falling as she breathed in and out while still looking at him. He had the urge to kiss her and claim her as his own. But he would have to talk to her first. It wouldn't be a bad idea if he told her how he felt that night. He would tell her he loved her even is she didn't feel it back.

Inuyasha gained his composure and walked towards her. With his body in check he approached her and stood before her. She was now in front of him and she noticed he was growing a little tense.

"Are you ok Inuyasha?" she asked as she looked at him. He looked down to the floor. "We need to talk Kagome" he sad and took her hand.

Kagome's heart raced. Did he just hold her hand? She pinched her leg as her took her to the little hill she was sitting on earlier and realized that she wasn't dreaming. He was holding her hand and something was up. They both sat down and he turned to her.

"Kagome I wanted to apologize for the way I acted earlier" he said. Kagome looked into his eyes and saw the sincerity in them. She felt like melting then and there. What ever was wrong with her she didn't want it to go away but she listened carefully.

"I never meant a single word I said Kagome. When you ran off I was very sa-concerned and I didn't mean to hurt you" he said. He looked at her face. She was smiling sweetly back at him. It was enough to give him butterflies in his stomach. She was too beautiful for her own good.

Kagome sat a little closer to Inuyasha and talked. "I'm sorry for provoking you" she said. He laughed in his mind. She had no idea that she was provoking him but in a different way. She continued. "I crossed the line when I insulted you. I didn't mean to do that or to run off and worry you. I promise I will keep my words in check if you do" she said and smiled at him again.

"I promise" he said. They locked their eyes on one another and stayed that way. They both felt an urge to be in each others arms. They realized how they were staring at each other and blushed. They turned their faces to the sides and then Kagome spoke to break the silence.

"Well now that we made up I guess we should be heading back" she was about to get up when suddenly Inuyasha tugged at her hand. She looked at Inuyasha curiously and he was flushed. He looked adorable with a hint of pink in his cheeks. She smiled at him and sat back down.

"Is there something you want to tell me?" she asked. Inuyasha kept looking down and making eye contact again. He couldn't get the words out but he had to summon the strength to. What if she didn't accept him? What if she loved that hobo guy back in her time? Or what if she didn't love him because of he was a half breed. Then a little voice came into his head and started to talk to him.

"Take risks Inuyasha" the little voice said. It was a girl's voice. He didn't know where he heard it before and it was the oddest thing but he ignored the thought and listened. "Maybe she loves you. Maybe you will make her happy but you ill never know till you tell her" she said. Inuyasha looked around and with confusion in his face looked back at Kagome.

"Kagome did you hear something" he asked.

"No. Nothing at all" she said. She looked at him again. "Are you ok?" she said as she bent over on all fours and with one arm on the grass she lifted his bangs from his forehead to feel the temperature with her other hand. "Hmmm you don't seem feverish. You sure everything's ok?" she asked. Inuyasha blushed a bit and stared into her eyes. The little voice kicked in again.

"Tell her now" the voice said. "Don't be a coward. This is the chance of a lifetime. You might be happy for once" she said.

Inuyasha mentally kicked himself and with determination he pulled Kagome to him. Her hair flew back and then came back down settling on her back while Inuyasha ran his fingers threw it. She was shocked. She was checking if he had a fever and the next moment she was pulled to an embrace. Her voice was shaky and she felt her knees go week.

"Inuyasha… I-" but she was interrupted by Inuyasha.

"Kagome I worry so much about you. I wouldn't forgive myself if someone hurt you. I want to protect you with my life and I can't help but feeling worried" he said. Kagome blushed and stood still and he continued. "Lately when I see you I" he fell silent.

Kagome moved back a little to face him. Her eyes were sparkling and she looked at him in a way that made his heart jump. "When you see me what Inuyasha?" she asked hinting him to continue. She could barely hide the excitement in her voice and the way her cheeks grew hotter by the moment. Inuyasha looked down and played with his fingers.

"When I see you I-"he looked up at her again. She was eager to know what he had to say. She sat on her legs and put her hands on her thighs neatly and blushed a little herself. She kept leaning forward into Inuyasha. He could see her cheeks where pink and she looked so angelical. Maybe he was doing the right thing. If he told her he could get a shot at being happy.

"What I'm trying to say is that I... I…I" he swallowed hard and took a deep breath. "I love you Kagome. I can't take it anymore. You're the person whose face I want to see last at night and the first thing I wake up to the morning. I love you so much Kagome" he said. He held her hands tight and suddenly saw tears in her eyes.

Kagome was in shock. She couldn't believe what she had heard. Her tears were poring down her flushed cheeks. Her tears where of happiness and she couldn't feel happier. On the other hand Inuyasha wasn't taking it easy. He made her cry. He hated to see her cry. It must be a sign of pity. Inuyasha stood up and turned his back on Kagome.

"I see you don't feel the same. I'm sorry to make you cry Kagome" he said sadly. He was holding back the tears that threatened with falling and showing weakness. He held a sob back ass well and was about to dash off. When he was about leave Kagome called to him.

"Inuyasha" she said. When he turned around Kagome was standing up and smiling. She gave him no time to react and she jumped on him. Kagome embraced him. She hugged him and held on tight as if she would never let go causing her and Inuyasha to fall on the ground. When they fell Kagome laughed as the tears kept coming down.

"I Love you too Inuyasha!" she said and giggled again. Inuyasha couldn't believe his ears. He hugged Kagome and smiled. So this was what it felt like to be in love. He felt extremely happy and he couldn't stop laughing. His smile said it all. He loved Kagome Higurashi and she loved him.

She looked down at him and met his eyes. They looked at each other with passion and they're faces drew closer. Finally after such a long wait they kissed. They felt pure bliss. They're lips touched in the most delightful way. The kiss was hungry and passionate. They felt that they were making up for lost time. Inuyasha licked her lips sensually asking for permission to taste further. Kagome accepted and his tongue touched hers exploring the depths of her mouth. They went on for a while. Inuyasha was still underneath her as they kissed passionately. When they broke the kiss off both took deep breaths.

"That was magical" said Kagome as she took deep breaths and laid her head on Inuyasha's chest. She hugged and closed her eyes. Inuyasha played with her raven hair with his fingers and kissed her head.

"I wish we could stay like this forever" he said to her.

"So do I" she sighed and began to feel drowsy. "I love you Inuyasha" she said proudly. Inuyasha smiled and replied.

"I love you too Kagome. My Kagome" he said as he also felt drowsy. They fell asleep in each others arms dreaming of how happy they would be later on.