Unease

The small pack of travelers where worried. It was close to time for them to camp and Kagome was still to speak to any of them. She walked along as if in some type of trance. When it was announced time to camp all that could be heard was a loud growling sound that came from Kagome as she stared at Sesshomaru.

This made the group worry even more. After camp was set up, it was noticed that she was missing. They knew she was still in the area from her aura. They all wanted to know what had happened but didn't want to hurt her anymore than she already had been. So they each stayed quiet hopping she would speak to them eventually.

Sango started to walk out of camp when she heard her named called. " Hey Sango where do you think your going?" Yelled Inuyasha. " Someone should check on her Inuyasha. Maybe she will talk to me. " She answered as she was turning around. When she reached the spring where Kagome was bathing the worry could be seen on her face. She wasn't sure just how to talk to her friend with her acting so different than before.

" Mind if I join you?" She said with a smile on her face.

" Up to you Sango." The sound of Kagome's voice made Sango long for her old friend. She wished things could go back to the way they where before. After getting in the spring she set on the other side. The silence was broken by Kagome as she spoke.

" Sango I know your worried about me but don't. I'll be ok. I just need to get to Shippo and Rin to know they are ok.." Even with the reassurance from Kagome Sango was still worried. "Kagome? If you talk about it, it might help. You know I have always listened to you. " She knew Sango was right. Her mother had often said the same thing when she was troubled.

As the two sat in the hot spring Kagome told her everything she could remember. Sango told her what they had been told by Kaede. It was then that Kagome knew for a fact that Kikyo was their and why. This information made her feel bad for Inuyasha. She had hoped Kikyo wasn't part of it for his sake. Even with the betrayal he had done. But Kikyo was going to die for what she had done to her.

It puzzled her how she could despise and care about him at the same time. After awhile Sango decided to return to the camp. Kagome stayed behind to think. When Sango got back to camp she told the others what she had learned from Kagome.

Unknown to anyone in the camp as soon as Sango had left, Kagome quickly dress and took off to the West running as fast as she could. The only thing in her mind was getting to her pups and killing Kikyo. Since Kikyo was not with the group, she wondered if she might try to do something to the pups even though they where in a safe place.

Sesshomaru listen carefully even though he didn't show it. As time past Kagome still had not returned to the camp. After searching the area for her aura Sesshomaru realized she was no longer around. He knew where she was heading. The only way he would be able to find her was if he was to leave the others. The idea of his mate not coming to him and then leaving without a word made his beast mad.

Standing Sesshomaru started to leave the camp. " Hey you Bastard where do you think your going?" Sesshomaru turned looking at Inuyasha a growl escaped his lips. " If your senses where not so weak you would know that my mate has left the area. I intend to follow her."

" Great now how are we going to find her?" He said in a huff. " She is going to the Western Lands castle. She is being driven by instincts to see the pups for herself." Even at a full run it would take a full day to get there. He was sure she would not make it but when driven by instincts she would run until she collapsed.

They all knew what that meant. If she was to collapse being in her weakened state any demon would be able to kill her. This was something that Sesshomaru couldn't allow. " You may follow but I will not wait for any of you." With that said he transformed into his orb and left the camp after her. As he vanished Inuyasha spoke out. What he said pissed Sango off.

" That wench is more trouble than she is worth. I still need to find Kikyo." Just as he was turning around he was hit by Sango's weapon knocking him to the ground out cold. " Sango Dear you didn't need to do that." Miroku said as he was trying to calm Sango down from her outburst of anger.

" Miroku Kagome is out there somewhere alone and all he is worried about is finding that dead Bitch of a clay pot." She said as tears started forming in her eyes. Miroku knew there was no way they would be able to stay there. " Come we will follow and find her." After both got onto Kilala, they left the camp sight and Inuyasha behind.

Sesshomaru had found her scent. It surprised him how fast she was traveling. Even as fast as he was going he still couldn't feel her aura anywhere. It had been hours since she had left the hot spring and she was starting to tire. But she didn't slow her running. She knew the others must have found out she was gone by now and wasn't going to give them a chance to stop her before she got to her destination.

After traveling all night and half the day Sesshomaru finely felt Kagome's aura. As he reached her he saw her laying asleep on the ground her body covered in sweet. Picking her up bridal style he carried her to the Western Land castle. After laying her in their bed he called for the healer.

Knowing she would be alright he left her to rest. The children sat on the bed waiting for her to wake. Later that night the rest of the group finely made it to the castle. After two days of her sleeping Kagome finely opened her eyes and knew she had made it back.

Jumping out of the bed she went in search of Shippo and Rin. Everyone was surprised when the doors opened revealing Kagome walking into the room. Both Rin and Shippo ran to her open arms as she bent down to hold them. The impact almost knocking her to the floor. After insuring they where both unharmed she walked to the table. Looking around she saw that Inuyasha was not there.

" Where is Inuyasha? Let me guess he is looking for his clay pot." Her voice was cold and held no emotions.

" Yes he is Lady Kagome." Miroku said as he looked at the table.

What Kagome said next surprised her friends. But not Sesshomaru." He better hope he finds her before I do. She will die for what she has done and if he does try to stop me he will die as well." A noise was heard from the doorway. Turning around they all saw Inuyasha standing there anger clear on his face.

" You will not harm her Kagome. She would not have betrayed us like that." Inuyasha yelled at her.

" Oh but your wrong Inuyasha she did. I was there you wasn't. You was too busy looking for that bitch to even know she was using you. It was her that approached Naraku for his help to kill me. She wanted my soul. She will die. How does it feel to be use and lied to by someone you trusted Inuyasha. Don't feel good does it. Your so stupid. She never really loved you." Her voice cold as she taunted him.

They watched as Inuyasha's eyes started to flicker red and growls started coming from him. Sesshomaru stepped in front of Kagome pulling his sword. " You will not touch my mate Half Breed. As far as your dead miko she has already been dealt with. She awaits you in hell."

Kagome stepped out from behind Sesshomaru looking at him. " I take it you have killed her already then?" Never taking his eyes off of Inuyasha. His eyes narrowed as he spoke. " Yes." Was all he said. A cold cruel smile appeared on Kagome's face. " Good." She said as she looked at Inuyasha.

Stepping back from Sesshomaru Kagome raised her arms sending out a warm aura. They watched and wondered what it was she was doing. The aura didn't hurt or give any pain. Instead caused a peaceful feeling to come over all that it touched. A smile crossed her face as she lowered her arms pointing at the window.

As they all looked at the window as a small pulsating white orb came into the room. Stopping in front of Kagome. In an instant they all knew what it was. " Kikyo's soul." Whispered Inuyasha.

" No Inuyasha My Soul not hers! Or have you forgotten it was stolen from me to revive her. This has always been my soul. Her time was over when she died the first time. She had no right to even to take mine. In the end her greed is what killed her. I have only let her keep it for your sake until now."

Kagome reached out her hand to the orb and it entered her body. She transformed back into her human form and smiled. A calm washed over her as if nothing bad had ever happened to her. For the first time since Kikyo's return she felt like her life was hers.

Knowing Kikyo was now gone and Kagome was with his half brother Inuyasha turned and left the manor.

Stay tuned and find out if Inuyasha takes it with grace or not.