A/N: Sorry I took a while updating, but I've been really sick, to the point that I've had to go to the hospital several time, and I didn't really know how to start it off. Also, nice job reviewing on the last chapter! That is the most reviews I've gotten on a single chapter for this story so far!
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I Love the Perverted Monk: Glad you like it so much. I use spell check, but I don't proofread it completely so that's why there are some errors.
Princess Stephanie: Thanks! I really appreciate that!
Itsa Mia: I know. It took me along time to figure out what wish they should make on the jewel, but then I remembered an episode of Samurai Jack that I saw a long time ago, and I got the best idea! I love you too ;) I can always count on you to take a few minutes to review my story.
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Chapter 13: Wishful Thinking
Five pairs of eyes intently watched the glowing gemstone that Kagome held in her right hand. "Who do you think should make the wish?" she asked.
"I can think of no purer soul than yours Lady Kagome. Why don't you make the wish?" Miroku suggested.
"Shouldn't Inuyasha? He's really the on who deserves the jewel." Kagome said. Inuyasha shook his head.
"No Kagome, Miroku is right, you make the wish." Inuyasha agreed.
"Okay." Kagome cupped the stone in her hands, took a deep breath, and closed here eyes. "This jewel is very beautiful and valuable, but when I look at it all I see is toil, suffering, and bloodshed. Countless demons and humans have lost their lives in pursuit of the sacred Shikon, and though many have been truly evil, many innocent people have also died for the sake of this rock. As long as the jewel remains on this earth, more souls will perish over its possession. This wretched gem will not take another innocent. I wish that the Shikon jewel be destroyed!"
As Kagome finished her speech, the jewel's glow changed from a dull sheen to a bright light. The blinding shine increased until every member of the group was engulfed in its brilliant blast. When the light finally faded, they all looked to Kagome's cupped hands, to see nothing where the jewel had been mere seconds before.
Inuyasha's jaw dropped open. "It's gone. We actually did it. We made a selfless wish."
Miroku turned to look at Sango to notice she had a smile on her face almost as big as when he had first returned. She looked back at him with tears of joy welling up in her eyes. She had avenged her father and her comrades, and now their souls would be appeased knowing that their goal of completing and purifying the Shikon jewel was complete. She suddenly pulled Miroku in by the collar and kissed him vigorously.
Haruko made a face and buried her face in Kohaku's tunic. "Eww! Kohaku! Mommy and Daddy are kissing! Icky!"
Kohaku grinned disarmingly at his niece. "You may think that's nasty now, but one day you'll find someone you want to kiss like that."
"No way! That's disgusting!" Haruko declared.
Kagome sighed wistfully at Sango and Miroku. She wished Inuyasha could show his affection that blatantly. Inuyasha noticed her sigh.
"What's wrong Kagome?" Inuyasha pried. "Aren't you happy? You purified the jewel! It's over! Now you can go back to your time and finish school. And after that we can maybe live together, have a few pups…"
Kagome turned and looked at him funnily. "Are you serious?"
"Absolutely. Isn't that what you want?"
"Do you want it?" Kagome asked.
"Of course. But if you don't-" Inuyasha began.
Kagome put her fingers to his lips. "Shut up you idiot! Of course I want that too!"
By now villagers were coming out of their huts, wondering what the bright flash was. "What happened, Lord Miroku?" a village girl asked Miroku.
"Why good lady, the priestess Kagome just purified the Shikon jewel." Miroku explained. A crowd began to gather together.
"Is what the good monk says true Lady Kagome?" a farmer asked.
"You bet." Inuyasha answered.
"Then our village is now safe from demon attacks! A celebration is in order!" the village's headman decreed.
"Yeah!" Shippo cheered jumping up and down. "We should definitely have a party! I second the motion!"
"Is that acceptable to you Inuyasha? It is you after all we have to thank." The headman said bowing briefly to Inuyasha.
Inuyasha turned to Haruko. "What'd you think kid? Should we have a party?"
"Yes!" the young girl replied enthusiastically.
"Lord Sesshomaru?"
"What is it Rin?"
"Are we headed anywhere in particular? Before I knew we were searching for Naraku, but now it seems that we just wander around aimlessly." Rin replied.
"Why, do you have somewhere to go?" Sesshomaru asked.
"Well, I kind of wanted to go back to the village to visit Kohaku." Rin mumbled.
"How dare you make such a selfish request? Lord Sesshomaru has no desire to mingle with your human friends, nor his disgraceful half-brother!" Jaken interrupted.
Sesshomaru shot Jaken a glare. "I can answer for myself Jaken. But I agree on this issue." he finished, turning to Rin. "I would rather not be in the company of my little brother nor his companions."
"But can't I go Lord Sesshomaru? You and Lord Jaken don't even have to come!" Rin proposed.
"I suppose Ah-Un can take if you just have to go, but tell me, why do you want to see that human whelp so badly?" Sesshomaru asked.
Rin's cheeks turned a light pink. "Oh, I don't know, he is my friend and all…" Rin trailed off and began to mumble under her breath.
Sesshomaru rolled his eyes. "Don't tell me you are infatuated with the boy."
Rin's blush darkened. "I didn't say I was."
"But are you?" Sesshomaru inquired. Before Rin could respond, Sesshomaru cut her off. "Don't tell me, perhaps I would rather not know. But return within three days, otherwise Jaken and I will need to retrieve you."
"Oh thank you Lord Sesshomaru!" Rin squealed, latching on to Sesshomaru's leg. "I promise to be on my best behavior!"
"Very well, just be on your way before I change my mind." Sesshomaru ordered.
"Yes sir." Rin replied as she mounted Ah-Un. Sesshomaru watched Rin as she flew away on Ah-Un.
"Are you sure it was wise to let her go Lord Sesshomaru?" Jaken croaked. "I am not so sure we want Rin lowering herself to the level of humans."
"Are you really that stupid Jaken? She is a human herself." Sesshomaru explained.
"I supposed, but being in the company of only us demons I believe she would have a better upbringing." Jaken countered.
"Are you questioning my authority Jaken?" Sesshomaru growled.
Jaken began to tremble in fear. "N-no my lord I just-"
Jaken was cut off as Sesshomaru stomped on his head. "Then don't ask questions."