A/N: I barely got any reviews on the last chapter, so I'm not really in the mood to write more. The reviews are what keep me going. But, I feel obligated to write this chapter for those of you who did review. So, here's my attempt. (I'm sitting at my computer wondering what to type right now so it may not be as good as the other chapters.)

Kikyo wandered through the dense forest as she always did, soul stealers following closely behind her. She still remained relentless about last night's occurrence with InuYasha and Kagome. Her mind was turning with ideas, though none of them were the least bit rational. That being so, she would not attempt them; but something seemed to be stirring in the back of her thoughts. A sadistic conspiracy was slowly unraveling, one that would put an end to her quandary. As much as she hated to admit it, for this to work she would require the help of someone who could reach into the depths of another's mind; Naraku.

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'That's interesting,' Kagome thought, staring at her swollen belly. She had been getting this weird sensation all morning, as if something were moving inside of her. She placed her hand on her stomach as she felt it again, realizing that the baby must be kicking. She smiled brightly. The thought that her child was actually growing inside of her warmed her heart. She turned to InuYasha, who was lying next to her, keeping a watchful eye.

"Come feel this," she told him, motioning towards her stomach.

He placed his hand on her. "I don't feel anything, Kagome," he said dubiously.

"Just wait."

His eyes widened as he felt the sudden pulse. He stared at her, amazed. "Was that the baby?" he asked.

Kagome nodded.

InuYasha leaned his ear down to her stomach and listened closely. There was definitely movement going on. He smiled at her. "It's really in there, huh?"

"Yeah, it really is."

His grin widened as he felt a sudden burst of pride. He turned his head, smelling one of the most uninviting scents. "Damn wolf," he muttered.

A mass of whirling wind came zooming towards them. Koga emerged from it, looking as cocky as ever.

"What a pleasure to run into you today, Kagome." He turned to her and gasped. "What happened to you?"

InuYasha stepped in front of Kagome, glaring daggers at Koga. "Ain't it obvious?" he said. "She's pregnant."

"Kagome, why didn't you tell me that you and I were having a baby?" Koga asked, seeming pleased. "You should have known that I would have be happy. I guess now you'll have to come with me to my den, and we can raise our children together."

"What the hell are you talking about, you wimpy wolf?" InuYasha shouted. "It ain't your kid, or at least I don't think it is," he said turning toward Kagome, looking at her suspiciously.

"It's not his, InuYasha! How could it be? You're the only one I've ever been with!"

"Well, how do I know that?"

She groaned. Why did he always jump to conclusions, getting worked-up and jealous for no reason?

"Don't be stupid, mutt-face," Koga scolded. "Kagome doesn't know what she's saying. Of course it's my child."

Kagome had now had enough of their bickering. "Just shut-up, Koga! You know that I've never slept with you, so there's no way that this baby could be yours! Stop making stuff up and ruining everything! Just go! I don't want to be with you!" She bit back tears, guilt overtaking her.

"Yes you do," Koga said. "This dog over here just corrupted your thoughts. I know deep down that I'm the one you really want."

"No, I don't! I never have and I never will! Get over yourself for once!"

Koga blinked. Did she really mean that? He turned away, only to see InuYasha with the smuggest look on his face. "Don't look so full of it, dog breath. The first child she has won't be yours and I'll make sure of that. So, you better watch yourself. Goodbye, Kagome. I'll see you in time. Don't worry about that." He left the area in a gust of wind.

Kagome began to sob uncontrollably into InuYasha's chest. She was terrified that Koga would come and try to kidnap her and take her away from InuYasha. Even worse, after what Koga had said, she was afraid InuYasha would be unable to bring himself to trust her again.

He seemed to be reading her mind. "I won't let anyone hurt you," he said.

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"I see, so you plan on using me for this scheme of yours?" Naraku wavered his gazed to Kikyo. "Don't flatter yourself. I don't help anyone who is not willing to give me anything in return."

Kikyo pulled out an abundant amount of jewel shards. "Take these," she said. "I have no use for them. Is this a fair enough trade, or shall I go gather more of these shards."

"This will suffice for now, Kikyo. I will help you, but you must promise that once first half is complete you will bring Kagome to me. I'll deal with her, while you lure InuYasha here. Do we have ourselves a deal?"

"Yes." Kikyo smirked. She had gotten what she came for, and would be rewarded in the near future with the sweet feeling of revenge.

Naraku laughed softly. "What will you do, InuYasha, when you have choose between the woman you love and your own child? Your decision will be most interesting, I am sure."

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"I can't believe Koga actually threatened you!" Shippo exclaimed staring at Kagome. "He was always declaring his undying love, and now he wants to hurt you! Talk about your change in personality."

"We won't let him get to you," Sango reassured her. "And, I don't think InuYasha would let him come within fifty feet of you."

Kagome sighed. She knew it was true, but she still didn't feel comfortable with the idea that Koga was considering hurting her or her child. She wanted her baby to be safe. Kagome smiled at herself. Her maternal instincts were starting to kick in.

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Kikyo's spiritual powers began to release as she watched Kagome through Kanna's mirror. A bright, almost opaque, pink light surrounded her. She concentrated hard, putting all her energy in it. She finished slowly, making sure no errors were made.

"Let phase one begin," she said.

A/N: Ok, that's chapter seven. Did ya like it? Let me know. Also, most of you did not answer my question from chapter six. Please try and do that for me. I really need your input. PLEASE REVIEW, if you don't I will not update. That's my policy on fictionpress and it will be my policy here.