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After Kagome passed out, everyone made a retreat.
Rin had convinced Sesshomaru to go to the village with Inuyasha's group. She told him that she wanted to see how Kagome was doing. Sesshomaru also wanted to know how the miko was doing. But he wouldn't tell anyone that.
It had been nearly a full moon. There was no sign of the miko waking up. Kaede had given her many herbs.
Sesshomaru let his pack reside in the village while he ventured in the woods looking for threats to the village. He couldn't let anything happen to Rin.
Each night he would listen to the miko's heart beat. It slowed with every passing night.
Finally he flared his aura calling for his half brother.
It was night time so Sesshomaru had his guard up for threats.
He was in a clearing. Minutes later, he heard Inuyasha running towards him.
Inuyasha entered the clearing.
"Well, I guess you called me away from Kagome for a good reason asshole?" Inuyasha asked.
Sesshomaru took in a deep breath. He had to refrain from kicking Inuyasha's ass here and now.
"The miko, I know she does not reside here in this village. No one is of her blood. She needs to be with her family. Even if she is asleep. I will give you only one warning, Inuyasha. She does not have long." Sesshomaru said.
Inuyashas eyes widened.
"But she's... She'll be okay. She's Kagome! She's to strong to let this beat her!" Inuyasha yelled.
"She is human. She will die. If not now then later." Sesshomaru said.
Inuyasha did not have a response. He lowered his head and covered his eyes with his bangs.
Inuyasha then swallowed his pride.
Just for Kagome.
He looked at his brother.
"I can't tell her family alone that she is dying. The only ones who can go to her home is me or her. But I figured since we kinda share blood you might be able to also. I can't face her family alone. I tried to bring Miroku one time, but it wouldn't work." Inuyasha said.
"You promised to protect her didn't you? You, a worthless half breed. You couldn't protect the first miko. And you couldn't protect this one either. You can't face your guilt. Your afraid of it. Whether you believe it or not." Sesshomaru said coldly.
Inuyasha did not respond.
"Are you going or not asshole?" Inuyasha asked.
He regretted asking Sesshomaru for help. He should have known he would get a response like that.
"I assume." Sesshomaru said.
Sesshomaru started to walk to the village. Inuyasha was walking beside him.
"Why did you tell me about Kagome? I thought you hated humans." Inuyasha asked.
"I do. They are disgusting and weak. The miko is a respectable human though. She takes her time to restore a jewel at she broke. She is taking responsibility for her actions. Something you would not do. I can only respect her for it. Do I care for the miko? No. It is just a waste. You should listen to my advice Inuyasha. It will save you from being at the mercy of a human once again." Sesshomaru said.
Inuyasha looked down to the ground but then back in front of him. He put his hands in his sleeves in front of him like usual.
"Let me have a conversation with you that doesn't end with you mocking me for once?" Inuyasha asked.
Sesshomaru looked at Inuyasha curiously.
"Why are you not being an obnoxious half demon right now?" Sesshomaru asked.
"Cause I'm trying to have a serious conversation with you." Inuyasha said.
"Very well. Speak half breed." Sesshomaru said.
Inuyasha had to hold in the thought to punch his brother.
"I know I care for humans. I won't deny it. I cared for Kikyo, but then I lost her to Naraku. And now, I am about to lose Kagome to him also." Inuyasha said sadly.
Sesshomaru looked forward as he spoke.
"That is why you should not get attached to humans. The child follows me around. I do protect her if needed. But other than that, she cares for herself." Sesshomaru paused.
"Is your weakness for humans not what bounded you to the tree for half of a century?" Sesshomaru asked.
Inuyasha did not respond.
They finally made it to the hut that held Kagome.
Inuyasha walked in and looked at Sango, Kaede, and Shippo.
"I'm taking her home. Where she needs to be right now." Inuyasha said as he lifted Kagome in his arms.
No one knew that it would be the last time they ever saw Kagome.
Inuyasha turned and walked out.
He met Sesshomaru at the edge of the village.
Inuyasha knew what had to be done.
Inuyasha laid Kagome on the ground long enough to take the jewel shards from around her neck. He placed them around his.
He picked Kagome back up.
He would make sure she couldn't return to this dangerous world again. He couldn't live with himself if she died.
Sesshomaru looked at the miko in Inuyasha's arms as they walked.
Her face was peaceful. As if death had already taken her. Her bravery was far more that any human male. It was almost a foolish bravery. She would stand her ground against he, Sesshomaru, Lord of the Western lands.
He knew Inuyasha didn't want to let go of the girl. But it was way was best for the human. If she survived.
He was brought out of his thoughts when he heard a soft noise.
"Inu-Inuyasha," Kagome said.
Her eyes were half open.
Inuyasha's eyes widened.
"Kagome are you alright?" He asked.
Kagome whimpered in pain.
"Let me help her fall asleep. I will not harm her." Sesshomaru said.
He had no idea why he was so bent on helping Inuyasha and the miko. He didn't want to put much thought into it either.
Inuyasha looked at Kagome then back at Sesshomaru.
After a monment, Inuyasha nodded.
Sesshomaru's hand started to glow green.
Inuyasha saw this and got concerned.
Sesshomaru paused as he gave Inuyasha a looked that repeated, 'I will not harm her.'
Inuyasha nodded.
He hovered his hand over Kagomes' face. She fell back asleep.
Inuyasha looked at Sesshomaru after Kagome fell back asleep.
He nodded his thanks.
She was not hurting right now.
They continued to walk towards the well.
This would be a painful trip.