Disclaimer- I don't own the Inu Gang. Rumiko Takahashi does. sighs

Naturally, the first time they made camp together, there was tension. Kagome couldn't accept Inuyasha for inviting Kikyou to live with them, and Inuyasha couldn't understand why Kagome refused to speak to him. And then there was Sango, Shippou and Miroku, all of whom understood everything and could do absolutely nothing. Silence reigned, and continued to reign until everyone was ready for bed and Inuyasha prepared to take the first watch. A quick 'good night' was said, and then silence once more.

Kikyou pretended to close her eyes, only stalling until she could hear Kagome's shallow breathing from the sleeping bag beside her. She didn't understand about these 'sleeping bags', but had accepted one from the girl. They were nice and warm, and almost made her feel alive again. Almost. Now, she would put the second step of her plan into action. It was an important step, but if it failed, it didn't mean the end of her plan.

The woman slipped out of her sleeping bag, making almost no noise. Or at least, to human ears. Inuyasha's ears perked immediately and he looked her way. She walked over to where he sat near the fire and sat down next to him.

"Kikyou, are you well?" The hanyou asked hesitantly, after staring at the orange and red flames for a moment. It was natural for him to think that something was the matter- she had just willingly left the comfort of her nice warm 'sleeping bag'.

"Yes, I am fine." She answered, allowing a bit more emotion to leak into her voice. It would not due for him to think that she was just as cold as ever. "The truth is, I have been thinking these past months…about you." She could almost hear his breath catch in his throat, and concealed a smile. This was going to be easier than she thought.

"Me?" Was Inuyasha's disbelieving answer. 'Should I tell her that I was thinking a lot about her too? No. I should keep silent, and wait for what she has to say. Then I will tell her about my thoughts.' He thought, silently waiting for her answer. The look in his golden eyes was one that had never been there before. Affection.

"Yes, you. If you must know…I still have feelings for you. And I was wondering how you felt." Kikyou abandoned her wheedling way of saying things and decided to just say it straight out. Now, it all depends on what he has to say. She thought. If he rejected her, or acted even a little bit unsure of himself, she would have to make minor adjustments to her plan. If he accepted her wholeheartedly, she could proceed as she wished.

"I…I also, have feelings. For you, I mean," was the clumsy reply. Inuyasha blushed, but it was barely visible in the light that the fire shed on the pair. Good. Kikyou thought. That makes my job that much easier. A smile appeared on her face.

"Oh, Inuyasha." She simpered. "How wonderful!"

The hanyou looked at her strangely, and then shook his head. Women.

Selena's Corner Thanks everyone, for all the great reviews! I should probably explain this chapter, considering that Kikyou is acting a wee bit out of character here. She has a plan. For this plan to work, she has to get Inuyasha into her trap. It was vital to 'The Plan' that she knows how he feels about her. Telling him how she feels, is the only way. Don't hurt me. hides

I will try to update when I can, and thanks for the reviews!

-Selena-