I am so sry that this has taken so long for me to update. I was hoping to update this ch sooner but I'm suffering from major writer's block! I'd like to make a shout out to SKgirl who has read my stories since i began it and reviewed each one! You rock and have helped a lot. I was afraid that i was going to stop this story if i couldn't write soon but after readin some reviews I felt inspiration to keep writing so thanks to all that have reviewed it really does help me write, because the more reviews i get the faster i will write! Thanks ya'll!

Ch 7

Consciousness finally came along with the world in an uncontrollable spin. It took everything in him to will his eyes slowly open. When he tried to move he winced in pain and clenched his eyes closed fighting the urge to vomit. Waves of pain were rolling all over his body and all Inuyasha wished for now was the chance to be unconscious again. Panting heavily Inuyasha fought the burning white pain that over whelmed him. What Inuyasha heard next made him tense up bring back all the pain.

"So you're finally up mutt-face. It's about time that you got up I've been waiting for hours." Kouga smirked his usual cocky grin, but he knew not to push it because he could tell that Inuyasha was in an extreme amount of pain.

"Shut-up you bas…" Inuyasha couldn't finish his sentence as a small hiss came from his mouth. The pain was unbearable breathing was now becoming almost impossible. Kouga noticed this and decided it was time…Kouga's cocky smile slowly disappeared and was replaced by a serious face. When Inuyasha opened his eyes again he was very shocked to see Kouga. This was not the Kouga he was so accustomed to. No longer was he the playful wolf that never really meant business but here he was sitting with a glow of wisdom around him. Here before Inuyasha stood a true wolf prince that demanded respect. Instead of the usual bright blue eyes filled with humor there were sharp serious eyes. Now that Kouga had Inuyasha's attention he took a deep breath. As Kouga was about time his mind was busy tell him that this was the right thing to do…. 'You know that this is the right thing for once don't think about yourself and think about Kagome. Hopefully after this things will finally set into place and you can take your place beside Kagome…as her friend. Just be firm with Inuyasha you already know just make it work!'.

"Inuyasha calm down I have some stuff I have to tell you, but first I have just one question." Inuyasha only nodded as he now became serious too. "Good, now Inuyasha do you love Kagome or not? I just want a yes or no nothing else." Kouga's bluntness shocked Inuyasha leaving him silent for a few seconds. Kouga politely coughed bring Inuyasha back to earth. Luckily for Kouga he was a demon other wise he never would have heard Inuyasha's weak yes as a response. Kouga warmly smiled "That's what I thought but I still can not believe you haven't acted yet Inuyasha! I mean I know you're half demon but god you don't have all eternity to act!" Kouga sounded like a parent scolding a young child.

"Inuyasha's head was bowed down in shame. "I realized this only a few days ago….I was going to talk to Kagome when you came. I talked Kagome's younger brother and I learned that were she is from that I have to propose to her."

Kouga never looked anymore confused in his life as he did now. "A what?" Inuyasha sighed and began the same explanation that he was once told by Souta. After a few hours from the hut you could hear "oh! And I sees". "Inuyasha don't you think that before you do this routine with Kagome you should first get consent to court her?" Inuyasha froze…. He had never thought about that! How could he have completely forgotten that!

"I guess I should ask for consent from her family." Inuyasha admitted.

"Not only do I think you need to do that first but I do believe Kagome should know about your feelings at least and maybe about your attentions too." Inuyasha nodded to what Kouga was saying. "Now how are your wounds? I didn't cause too much damage now did I?" Kouga was back to his normal cocky self again. Inuyasha went to move and already he was feeling better

"It's nothing but a scratch!" Inuyasha smiled at the unspoken truce between the two of them.

"Good, then go! Do what we have talked about before I decide it's too late for you and sweep Kagome off her feet." Kouga smiled and laid back down for more rest as Inuyasha left the hut. Running into the forest, Inuyasha headed to the well. A few minutes later Inuyasha was at the well. He had to stop to catch his breath since he wasn't completely healed yet. Inuyasha quickly leaped down the well and a cerulean light engulfed him. In the darkness of the night Inuyasha once again sneaked into the Higurashi's house. He leaped into Kagome's room and went to her bed. He laid down knowing it was too late in the night to be waking Kagome's mother. Inuyasha fell asleep from the sweet fragrance of Kagome surrounding him. The sun slowly began to rise……

Kagome felt a warm blanket of heat cover her peaceful face. As consciousness overcame her, her eyes slowly drifted open. It was then that Kagome felt a moment of terror. Oh my god! Where am I? It took a few moments for Kagome to remember last night….Kagome yawned "Oh, I must have fallen asleep under the sacred tree. I hope the others aren't worried that I haven't returned." Kagome quickly stood and headed for Kaede's hut. As she walked along the pathway she had taken so often that she could let her mind wonder without getting lost in the dense forest. Never before had Kagome's spirits felt so high in quite a long time. After last night Kagome felt quite refreshed. It was often that Kagome could get some time alone now days. With looking for the shards and fight demons, and finishing her last year of school Kagome had little time for anything. Kagome even looked better than she had in ages. There was a glow of pure innocent joy surrounding her. Even though her hair was tangled and her clothes wrinkled from sleep against a tree Kagome couldn't have looked lovelier. As she walked past many villagers she wore a brilliant smile that held no deep sorrow or worries. The villagers bow politely and smiled warmly at the fact that their Kagome they knew so well was finally back. It was very obvious to everyone that Kagome was hiding her trouble as usual, for the past months she had rarely smiled and if she had it was forced as if she was trying to hide behind an act of happiness. But today was the day when Kagome could finally throw away the mask, she could finally be herself because she was going to listen to her heart……..
Inuyasha woke the moment he heard sounds coming from downstairs. He kept down the steps hoping only Kagome's mother would be awake. Ever since Inuyasha had met Kagome's mother three years ago he had always been frightened of her. In many ways she was just like her daughter they were both few of the people of this earth with warm hearts. At fist Inuyasha was afraid of her that she would never accept him into Kagome's world because he was a "dirty" half breed. But once he realized she was kind and welcomed him with open arms not caring that he was a half breed, his fear from then on changed. Inuyasha never understood why he was so scared until now. He knew exactly why he was so frightened of her…. Because he was now scared the he could never have her approve of him. Although Mrs. Higurashi was a loving person when it came to her daughter she was very protective of her. Mrs. Higurashi loved her daughter and had put so must risk as it was letting Kagome go into the past that Inuyasha was afraid that she would think he was good enough for Kagome. It didn't help that Inuyasha never really had a mother so he never knew how to act around Mrs. Higurashi. Inuyasha could now smell breakfast cooking and knew she was awake but what surprised him the most was he also smelt his favorite dish cooking. Did she know I am here? How could she have known? Inuyasha was so puzzled by this he forgot to remain quiet.

"Well good morning Inuyasha, I was wondering when you would get up. I hope it is okay that I cooked some breakfast for you?" Mrs. Higurashi hadn't even turned around from the stove and he continued cooking several dishes for the morning. Inuyasha was in shock by now. How did she even know it was me behind her? Does this woman have eyes in the back of her head? Inuyasha could only whisper a yes and thank you to Mrs. Higurashi. Unfortunately since Inuyasha never had a mother he had never learned the talent all mothers had of knowing so much when told so little. When she turned around she wore a warm and knowing smile. "Now how about we eat our breakfast outside today maybe under the Sacred Tree, Souta and Grandfather will wake up in a couple of hours so how about you and keep me company." Mrs. Higurashi seemed to be talking to herself as she busied herself around the kitchen but at the last statement she stopped and turned to Inuyasha wait for a response. Inuyasha felt his heart stop with anticipation at what she had just said. He was frozen in spot worried Mrs. Higurashi knew exactly why Inuyasha was here. Mrs. Higurashi smile at Inuyasha and handed him his bowl of soup as she started heading outside. Inuyasha took one last deep breath and quickly followed after her. They both sat down under the beautiful Sacred Tree facing each other.

It was still cool outside since it was still early in the morning. Only a few cars and people could be heard outside most likely going to their jobs. Inuyasha was looking down into his bowl of soup trying to build the confidence to start talking yet he couldn't help but feel as if his throat had closed. Inuyasha took a quick glance up at the woman in front of him. She was sitting on her knees eating her breakfast quietly as she enjoyed the view and outdoors. When she noticed that Inuyasha was looking at her she smiled at him. Inuyasha looked down again as fast a he could.

"Inuyasha is there something wrong with your food? Usually you wouldn't hesitate to demolish your food." Mrs. Higurashi laughed when Inuyasha's cheeks took a light tint of pink. Inuyasha mumbled a sorry and began to slowly eat his food enjoying it very much. After several minutes of eating Inuyasha began to feel comfortable again and loosened up. At this Inuyasha knew it was time to begin talking before the old man or Souta woke up.

"Mrs. Higurashi I was hoping to talk to you about something before the others awake….." Inuyasha felt tension grow as he waited to Mrs. Higurashi to finish chewing.

"Okay, Kagome isn't hurt is she?" Mrs. Higurashi was now concerned something horrible had happened. She felt tears prickle in her eyes just at the thought. Inuyasha could tell that she was upset and was quick to answer.

"Of course not, Kagome is perfectly fine, what I wanted to talk with you about is well personal…….

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