Like I promised, Here is another one. Enjoy.

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Chapter 37: Choices

Kagome let out a long and rather loud sigh as she leaned back into the many pillows that laid on the library floor. She was bored out of her mind. It had been three days since the storm started, and while it had dimmed down to light rain and winds, it showed no signs of stopping. So for three days she and the rest of her companions were hold in, with nothing to do. Thankfully, Sesshomaru was being a bit more civilized though she could still feel the hostility between him and Inuyasha. She was honestly surprised that he listened to her when she asked him kindly to not be so bitter towards her friends. Well, she didn't use the word bitter exactly, and tried to be as respectful as she could when addressing him. He had agreed on the notion that they showed him the proper respect. As one can guess they all agreed except for Inuyasha. She knew that the relationship between the two inu brothers wasn't going to changed for a long time, and was just grateful they weren't yelling at each other or physically fighting one another. It didn't make things any better when both brothers refused to leave her side, which brought about more tension between the two.

"Is something wrong, Kagome?" Sango asked her. The taijiya had joined her in the library, along with Rin, Kikyou and Inuyasha. Miroku had gone to Shio-san to get his wounds checked and Shippo went to keep him company. Mizuki was back in her room with Tsume watching over her. As for Sesshomaru, the daiyoukai had been busy with the guards, preparing border patrols once the rain had past.

Kagome sighed again before answering her friend. "I'm just so bored."

"How are you bored in a room full of scrolls rich in youkai history?" Kikyo asked. She, herself was surrounded by small piles of scrolls.

"Hey I've been here for over two months. I have read nearly every scroll in here." Kagome replied sitting back up with a huff.

"Hmm. Where is the scroll on Katsurou?"

"I'll go find it for you," Kagome got up from the ground and stretched her limbs before heading to the many shelves in the room. A chill went down her spine as she remembered the frightening experience she had the last time she held the scroll. Picking it up from the shelf, she hurried back to her companions. With a smile she handed the scroll to Kikyo. The priestess accepted it while staring at the young girl curiously.

"Ah. Just so you, some important information were left out of there."

"I've already made that guess."

Kagome gave a small nod before sitting back down. She motioned for Rin to sit in front of her, and began brushing out the girl's hair while talking to Sango. After some time she began to notice the increasing frown forming on Inuyasha's face, who was seated near the door. "Inuyasha?"

The hanyou looked at her with a serious expression. "Kagome."

"What? What's wrong?"

"When this storm is over... let's leave."

"Leave?" Sango interrupted. "I thought you wanted to stay a bit longer."

"I changed my mind. After everything that's happened, I think it's best to go now." He responded. "With Kagome."

"What?!" Kagome stared at the hanyou bewildered. "Inuyasha, we've discussed this already. I am not leaving, especially without Mizuki."

"Then we'll take her too."

"What about Sesshomaru?" Sango asked again.

"Yes. Your brother will be against it." Kikyou added.

"We'll just leave without his notice."

"Are you serious?" Kagome almost laughed. There was no way in hell Sesshomaru wouldn't notice she was missing. Especially after all the recent events.

"Kagome nee-san?"

"Uh-yes, Rin?" Kagome looked down at the young girl in front of her. Rin's head was down, but Kagome could guess what expression she wore.

"Are you really going to leave us?"

"Oh Rin."

"She doesn't belong here kid." Inuyasha commented. "She was going to leave eventually. It's better now than later."

"Inuyasha!" Kagome glared at the hanyou.

"Rin won't let you." Rin's voice was quiet but they all heard her. She turned teary eyes to the young miko before standing up. "You have to stay!" She yelled before dashing out of the room.

"Rin, wait!" Kagome called out to her, but the girl was already gone. "Inuyasha why did you have to say that?!"

"Because it's true." He replied bitterly. "You'll be fine once we get out of here."

"I'm not going anywhere. I can't!"

"And why can't you? What? Is Sesshomaru holding you here against your will?"

"Why do you always resolve to that conclusion? Of course he isn't."

"Then why?" Inuyasha asked again, getting more agitated by the second.

"Because-" Kagome stopped. Why couldn't she? There wasn't any reason why she couldn't leave. She just didn't want to. She wanted to stay at there. She wanted to stay with Rin, and Tsume, and Hayate... and with Sesshomaru. She couldn't say that to Inuyasha though. He'd throw a hell of a tantrum. She shook her head. She had no proper arguments for him. She would just have to accept it. And suddenly she felt like crying.

The door to the library opened loudly, and all heads turned to see Sesshomaru walk in. He walked straight towards Kagome before kneeling to her eye level. "Rin came to me crying," he said calmly. "Were you really planning on leaving here without my approval?"

"I haven't decided anything." Kagome answered truthfully.

"She doesn't need your approval," Inuyasha butted in. "She's not staying here any longer."

"Is that you making decisions for her, or want she truly wants?" The daiyoukai asked, never taking his eyes off of Kagome.

"It's what she needs."

The inu scoffed. "You are so utterly foolish it makes me sick."

"What the hell did you just say?"

"Please stop," Kagome said. She placed her hand on the daiyoukai's shoulder. "No more. Please. I want to check on Mizuki."

"Fine," Sesshomaru stood up and gently pulled her along with him. "But this discussion is far from over."

"I understand." She let the daiyoukai guide her towards the door.

"Kagome-" Inuyasha reached out for her but she stopped him.

"Sorry Inuyasha, but I want to be alone for a while. I need to think."

She didn't wait for him to respond before walking out of the room. As he followed behind, Sesshomaru shot one last cold glare at Inuyasha. he kept a distance from Kagome as she headed for her room. He was once again unnerved by the sudden sadness she displayed. If anything, he would have believe her to be happy to leave with her friends. When they got to the door, he gently caught her arm and spun her to face him.

"Miko," he waited for her to look at him before continuing. "Despite what the hanyou claims, only you know what you need and want. Whatever decision you make should be from your own desire. If you wish to stay, then stay."

"And if I want to leave?" Kagome asked quietly.

"..." The inu had to think about his response. He did not want to let her go, but if she wanted to leave, he wouldn't force her to stay. Even when every ounce of him wanted to keep her there. "I won't accept it quietly." He answered. "But if it is what you want then so be it."

"You won't stop me?"

The youkai clenched his jaw as he forced himself to shake his head.

"Even if you wanted to?" She mumbled softly under her breath. She gave him a small smile. "I should get inside now."

Before she had time to open the door, he tugged her towards him. With her back flat against his chest, he leaned his head down to hers and spoke. "If you do intend to leave... know that you may return at any time. And if you find yourself in danger, you may seek me out."

Kagome only nodded as she pulled away from him and entered her room. Once the door was closed, he headed to Rin's room. He had sent her there with Hayate when he went to the library. He walked into the room and found her buried under all her covers and pillows. She had cried herself to sleep, and that made him more angry at Inuyasha. The girl was attached to Kagome. Any thought about the miko leaving would make her sad. He brushed away the tears on her cheek and left.

SO here's another one. There's not much to say at this point except that I'm trying really hard to not make Sesshomaru too much out of character. He's so damn hard to work with though. It's like his feelings need to progress but not to the point where anyone can tell what he's thinking/feeling. He's so frustrating and confusing all in one go. I don't know. You guys tell me what you think. Three more chapters on the way.