Chapter 21

Foxgem: Well…I hope you all enjoyed the cliffy. I know. You all expected it to be forever before I updated. Well…HA! Look…I planned this from the very beginning. Some parts kind of jumped out at me and some parts died off but this was the one part that I really wanted to do. I have another poll up. What should Kikyo and Naruku name their 4 pups. Yes…4 healthy pups. I gave you a little extra insite. (Thank you Inukagforever) By the way…Baggaboo Creek is the best place to eat…

Chapter 21--Wrong, Wrong, Wrong...

Inuyasha sighed as the first cut was through. It was perfect…thank the gods…okay…now another one. The room was brightly lit and the only sounds came from the metal instruments and the doctors quiet voice-giving instruction. He loved the certain stillness. It cleared the mind and so you were able to only concentrate on the task at hand.

Inuyasha refused to look at the body that was laid before him. They were taught in school to ignore any connection you hold with that body when you were doing something like this. It was just a body. Just a everyday patent. No one special.

Inuyasha picked up the forceps to help the doctor see what he was doing. After the cut was made the doctor stared shocked at what he saw. He then stepped away and shook his head. Moving away the doctor motioned the nurse to sew it back up.

"What?" Inuyasha asked stopping the nurse.

The Doctor turned to him. "It is way too large. I will not remove it. It is a danger to his health."

"What are you talking about?? The cancer IS a danger to his health!! You will finish this!" Inuyasha demanded yanking the doctor back.

"NO! I will not be responsible for his death!" The Doctor removed his arm from Inuyasha's grasp and walked out.

Inuyasha turned to the nurse and staff who stood their waiting. They looked at him and he looked back. He saw the question. Inuyasha walked over to Naruku. He flipped the covering up so he could see into his face. Naruku's wife was in labor…giving birth to their children…she couldn't…but he could.

'Naruku! Help me!' Inuyasha silently pleaded. Inuyasha covered Naruku's face up and turned to the nurse. He swallowed. "Nurse…we will go through with it."

"But you don't have the power. You are not his family." A Nurse stated calmly.

"I am. He is my brother-in-law. His wife…is the only family he has at this current time. She is in labor and cannot speak. I will speak for her. We will do this." Inuyasha stated firmly.

A doctor stepped forward. "Inuyasha, you do know what it means…to claim a patent is signing their death warrant."

"Not this time. I will not allow it. Naruku will see his children and grow old to see his great grand children. Lets get to work." Inuyasha knew the risk he was taking. Not only did he loose his calm stature, but he was the only one certified to do it.

Inuyasha bit his lip as he made his way to Naruku. The crew went back into their position and awaited his lead. 'Naruku…Kikyo… Kagome…HELP ME!' Inuyasha pleaded silently.

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Shippo and Kara were playing on the play station when Nathan ran into the room crying. "I can't find mommy or daddy!!"

Without looking at him, Shippo said, "They went to the hospital. Uncle Naruku was having his surgery done today. Don't you remember?"

"Yeah, mommy has told us a dozen times that she was leaving. The baby sitter is downstairs watching T.V." Kara rolled her eyes.

Nathan fell to the floor covering his face with his blanket. "I want my mommy!!"

Kara paused the game to turn around and look at him. "Do you feel sick?"

Nathan shook his head. "I just had a really bad nightmare…Daddy…who isn't really our daddy because he is dead and was never there for us…came and tried to hurt us. But then you all escaped and left me there alone with him. I couldn't wake up…you left me. I kept screaming and screaming…but no one came."

Shippo laughed. "You idiot! How dumb are you?"

Nathan looked up shocked.

"Yeah, Nathan. How dumb are you?" Kara agreed.

They put their arms around his shoulders and laughed. Nathan was ready to cry again. "What?"

"How could you believe that? I mean that was totally bogas. Daddy, our REAL daddy, wouldn't ever let our not-real daddy even in the same room with us. Plus, we wouldn't leave you behind. If anyone got left behind it would be mommy. She would die before any of us got hurt." Shippo laughed.

Kara giggled. "Geeze, don't you know by now that no one would ever leave you behind. Especially us. We love you! Come on dork! What do you want to play?"

Nathan was too confused to say anything so he just kept going back and forth trying to look at them both. Shippo smiled, "I got it! How about we color 'get well cards' for Uncle Naruku?"

Kara clapped her hands together and smiled brightly, "That sounds like fun! I will get the crayons!" Kara jumped up and ran off.

Shippo ran after calling, "I got the paper!"

And Nathan stared at the floor wondering what he was doing in another dream. This still didn't make any sense. Nathan closed his eyes and tried to 'wake up'.

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Kagome sighed as she wiped Kikyo's face. "It's okay. Just breathe."

Kikyo was sweating up a storm and was breathing heavily. "I would like…to see…you…do better…"

"Maybe next time when I am having Inuyasha's kid." Kagome said similing.

Kikyo gripped Kagome's hand as the pain came over her. Kikyo clenched her teeth. "Kagome…I need…I need you to do something…for me."

"What is it?" Kagome asked gripping her hand as the pain left.

"I…want…you to check…on Naruku…please…I need to know…" Kikyo pleaded.

Kagome shook her head and sat down on the bed. "I couldn't check on him. They wouldn't allow it. Besides, I don't want to interrupt anything that is going on. Besides, I am here with you. You need me right now. Just like I needed you after Hojo left me. It's okay…"

Kikyo looked up at the ceiling. "How did it really feel…when you realized…he wasn't coming back? When…did the…pain…go away?"

Kagome moved Kikyo's hair out of her face. "Oh, well…it felt as though my lungs were collapsing. It was hard to breathe and to even think. I felt rejected…and just hurt that he could do it. I then thought about my child and what was I going to do about it. As for the pain…it never really went away."

"Kagome…I can't lose Naruku." Kikyo gripped Kagome's hand as another wave came.

Kagome held her sister and whispered as Kikyo pushed, "I know, and Inuyasha knows…Inuyasha will not allow Naruku to die. Right now, lets get those pups out so Naruku can see his new family when he wakes up."

Kikyo screamed…

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It was over…finished. Inuyasha sighed as he washed his hands. 12 hour surgery…gah…Inuyasha gripped the sink. He was ready to collapse. No sleep in over 24 hours. Inuyasha wanted to cry. It was terrible. There was so much cancer. As soon as he cleaned on area, he would notice another and then another! Good heavens…Inuyasha needed a week off just for that one. That stupid doctor! Inuyasha couldn't believe he just left him there to do the work himself. Selfish bastard.

Inuyasha took of his lab stuff and check out of the hospital. Inuyasha was having trouble walking. A couple doctors asked if he was okay, Inuyasha nodded and kept going. He had no idea where he was going…but his body sure knew. Just as he rounded the corner to a waiting room he saw his wife lying down on a sofa sleeping. She looked exhausted. Inuyasha knelt down on the floor and stared into her face.

"I did it…I did it Kagome." Inuyasha rested his head on the couch and before he knew it…he was out of this world.

Sometime later…

Kagome stretched as she woke up. What time was it? Kagome turned over and opened her eyes and found herself staring into Inuyasha's face. He was sleeping. He looked so exhausted. Kagome smiled. She hated to wake him…but he needed a proper bed. Kagome touched his face gently. Inuyasha moved into the touch. Kagome wanted to giggle.

"Inuyasha, dear? Wake up." Kagome whispered in his ear. The way he grumbled as he turned his head made Kagome feel guilty, but then again, it had to be done. After what he did…he needed to sleep.

Kagome got up subbed his back. "Sweet heart…come on, now. It really is time to get up and get moving. Lets take you home."
"Home?" Inuyasha asked tiredly.

"Home."

Kagome helped stand him up and began walking with him really slowly. She wasn't sure he knew where he was or what he was doing. Kagome put him in an elevator and pressed the first floor. As the Elevator started moving Inuyasha slumped against her.

"Why did…you wake me up?" Inuyasha yawned.

Kagome hugged him tightly as he put his arms around her. "You need to be in your own bed. Half lying on the floor is not the place for you to sleep. Especially after you just supervised Naruku's surgery"

Like it or not, Inuyasha wake fully feeling like he had died and gone to…hoolies. The place where all mothers tell their children they are going to end up if they are bad. But staring at his wife he was the only proof that he wasn't. "I didn't supervise…Naruku…the Doctor refused to operate."

Kagome paled, "What?" She had just given her promise to her sister…No…

"It was too big so he walked out. I took over and did the operation. As far as I know he should be just fine, but then again…things do happen." Inuyasha yawned again.

Kagome looked up at him. "You did it? All by yourself?"

Inuyasha rolled his eyes. "I was the only one who was certified."

"Oh." Kagome looked down. Kagome had never felt like this before…he did this for her…for Kikyo and Naruku.

Inuyasha yawned again. "Are you alright?" Kagome asked worried.

"Yeah…I will be just fine. What about you? How did Kikyo do?" Inuyasha asked.

Kagome brightened, "I am proud to announce that we have 3 nephews and 1 niece. Isn't it so exciting? I can't wait for Naruku to see them. They are adorable and perfect angels."

"Yeah, will give em' a week. I bet you, a week from now Kikyo is going to begging us to take them." Inuyasha chuckled before adding, "No matter what, our children are going to look better than those pups."

"Inuyasha!" Kagome laughed blushing.

Just then the doors opened and Kagome and Inuyasha walked (stumbled) outside. Kagome hailed a cab while Inuyasha tried to keep himself awake. Inside the cab they didn't say anything. One reason was because immediately sitting down Inuyasha passed out again. Kagome had to hold him up from falling over.

When they got home Kagome paid the driver and walked Inuyasha up the steps. They went into their bedroom and flipped on the lights. In their room…there had to be 200 hundred little get well cards, drawn in crayon. Kagome and Inuyasha stared at them stunned. Inuyasha felt himself swell with pride.

Kagome laughed, "Lets get these lovely things off the bed and put you in it."

Inuyasha put his arms around her, "Us in it. You worked hard tonight too."

Kagome smiled and nodded.

While Kagome moved to clean out their bathroom of the little flyers, Inuyasha started cleaning off the bed when he caught sight of Shippo's picture. It had a detailed drawing of their whole family, including Miroku, Sesshoumaru, Rin, and Sango. But their was another thing why he stared at the picture…Kagome's picture was fine, but Shippo had distinctly drawn Kagome with a very large stomach.

Inuyasha chuckled. It just had to be his son that noticed. Inuyasha was just wondering how long before Kagome found out or told him. Inuyasha finished cleaning off the bed. Should he tell her?? Hmm…would she get upset…probably not. Was it the right time…probably not. Would she be shocked…heck yes!

Inuyasha took the picture and laid on the bed Inuyasha slipped the paper underneath him as Kagome walked back in the room. Inuyasha smiled at her tired face and patted the spot next to him. Kagome shut off the light, laid down and curled up to him with her head on his shoulder. Inuyasha wrapped his arm around her.

"How do you feel?" Inuyasha asked curious.

Kagome yawned as she shut her eyes. "Exhausted. Too tired for what you have in mind."

"Oh? I don't know about that." Inuyasha kissed her head.

"Inuyasha, I am tired. Can't we get at least 20 hours of sleep?" Kagome snuggled into him.

Inuyasha turned on one lamp. "Not before you see one picture that our child drew."

"Can't I see it in the morning? I mean…I just had to clean them from our bathroom. It isn't that I want to see what they did…but I am really tired."

"This is one you really want to see. Trust me." Inuyasha held out the paper to her. Kagome groaned as she opened her eyes.

"I swear…if it is a bad picture of me I am throwing it away." Kagome grumbled.

Inuyasha sat up and brought her along with him. Kagome leaned back into him and held out her hand for the paper. Inuyasha was having second thoughts…she was extremely tired. Maybe…no. This was just too good.

Inuyasha let her look at it for a moment.

"Awww…Shippo drew our whole family. Oh look! Miroku and Sango too. Fantastic. What is it that you wanted…oh my…" Kagome suddenly stopped.

Inuyasha chuckled. "So, what did you notice?"

"HE MADE ME LOOK FAT!"

Inuyasha wanted to laugh really hard. "No, pregnant."

Kagome went silent for a moment before asking, "He wants another sibling?"

"Uh, I think he is going to get one whether or not he likes the idea."

"Are we going to try for one?" Kagome asked dense as ever.

Inuyasha really did laugh this time. Well it was late at night and they had barley any sleep. "Darling, I hate to be the one to inform you of this, but I am afraid that is impossible. Why try for something that is already there?"

Kagome dropped the paper and turned to him glaring at him. "THAT is what you wanted me know?"

"Yeah…" Inuyasha laid down with a satisfied sigh.

Kagome hit his stomach with her palm. It made a horrible hallow sound. Inuyasha chuckled. "How long have you known?" Kagome asked frowning.

"Since the first time we did it when you were out of the hospital." Inuyasha pulled her down on the bed as he yawned.

"But…"

"But what?"
"Why didn't you tell me?"

"I wanted you to find out on your own." Inuyasha yawned, reached up and shut off the light.

Kagome laid there shocked. Without thinking, Inuyasha took a hand and rubbed her stomach lightly. Kagome felt goose bumps flow over her. Hojo never did that…when she was pregnant. Come to think of it…he never touched her while she was pregnant.

All of a sudden Kagome began to sobb. Inuyasha immediately turned over and wrapped both arms around her. "Kagome? What is the matter? Is it the baby?" Inuyasha rubbed her back.

Kagome shook her head. "Hojo never touched me while I was pregnant…Will you promise me something?"

"Sure."

"Promise me that you will never stop touching me…please? No matter how big and ugly I get…please don't stop touching me."

Inuyasha wanted to laugh but didn't. She couldn't possibly think that he…oh…Hojo never did that for Her. Baka. This was a really serious matter for her. Inuyasha kissed her neck. "You and I, both, have had children and know what to expect. I promise that no matter how big you get or how swollen you get I will never stop touching or loving you."

Kagome smiled and Inuyasha kissed her. Life was wonderful.

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Kikyo turned over in bed groaning. When did she pass out? Kikyo held her head as she looked at the clock next to her. 3 in the morning? Ugh…

Kikyo flipped over and put her hand down to rub her stomach…there was nothing there. Well, of course something WAS there, but not 4 pups…oh. Kikyo flushed in pleasure. She did it! She survived! Not only that but she gave birth to 4 healthy beautiful pups. She did it. Kikyo wanted to shout and sing. Kikyo sat up when a wave of pain washed over her. She was so sore! Holy cow! How come no one ever tells you about the pain after having a child. Pup, Kikyo corrected.

Kikyo frowned at the curtain that separated her from her room mate. Kikyo stretched and pushed it away. It was hard to see in the dark. It was tall, that was for sure. She couldn't tell if it was a male or female. Well, must be female…after all this is the maternity ward. Was it? Kikyo decided to go for a look. Why not? She was awake, anyway. Kikyo groaned and bit her lip at the pain that shot through her body. Carefully she stood. Kikyo stood still waiting for the dizziness to fade.

If Naruku found out about this…she was in trouble. Kikyo wanted to laugh. Kikyo slowly made her way toward the stranger. When Kikyo got close enough she realized that it was a bald man. A very familiar bald man. Kikyo gripped the bed railing. NARUKU!!

Kikyo began crying. It was done…he was alive! Praise the Gods! Kikyo stood there and listened to the heart monitor. Inuyasha did it!

Kikyo climbed slowly into his bed and tucked herself in. She was surprised and thrilled when he moved over to make room. When she settled herself in she was even more thrilled when he wrapped his arms around her. Kikyo touched his head…to find it wrapped in bandages. Kikyo took her hand away and just hugged him back. It didn't matter! He was alive and hers. Kikyo began to cry again as all the tension sagged out of her tired body.

Alive…

Foxgem: Okay folks! Vote. What do you think the babies should be named? And how many kids should Kagome have plus their names…( I already have the number and names but I want to see if you guys come up with something different) There is only one more chapter before this ends. I love you all and thank you so much for the support. I know I am lazy and not the best update person but I do try, Thank you and review! OH! And the next chap is ready…all I need is the baby names…so hurry!!