Chapter title is from the High Road by Three Days Grace. My favorite song! oh, its a little repetitive in the beginning, but I wanted to show the situation from Kagome's pov.

Chapter 3: Will You Help Me Find the Right Way Out

I flung my hands out as my feet stumbled over a tree root, preparing to land on the unforgiving ground. But my vision blurred as I was suddenly spun around and held tenderly in strong arms. My lips parted slightly as I stared up at Sesshomaru, to shocked to properly thank him. The daiyoukai's golden eyes were gazing at me intently, but somehow the expression in them looked soft, almost gentle. His arm reached up towards my face, but the moment was rudely interrupted by a harsh yell that made me jump slightly.

"KAGOME? Where the fuck have you been?! And why is that stupid bastard with you AGAIN?!" Inuyasha's loud voice pierced through my eardrums, creating an instant head ache. So much for my good mood. I carefully detached my self from Sesshomaru, which me earned me a displeased growl from him. Trying vainly to hold back my tears, I turned towards the enraged Hanyou, anger bubbling up under my sorrow at seeing him.

"Who I want to hang out with is my decision, Inuyasha. I don't think that I have to explain to you where I was," Sadly, the effect that I was hoping for with my chilling tone was mostly lost as my voice broke on the last word. Thankfully, that was when my pillar of support stepped in.

"What makes you think that you can talk to her like that?" How in the world did he make his make his voice so glacier cold? I was really glad that his fierce glare wasn't directed at me.

"That really isn't any of your business is it, Sesshomaru? Now let her go," Inuyasha was almost quivering with rage, thank god he didn't have Tessaiga with him or he would have swung at us. But I couldn't believe that he thought that Sesshomaru had captured me. I mean, why would we still be here if he had? A certain hanyou really needed to start using his brain.

"He didn't capture me, you idiot. If you must know, we ran into each other by coincidence. And now we are going to go back to camp and sit down because my feet hurt like crazy."

"Yeah, we are Kagome. But stupid ice prick can go and fuck himself," He then sauntered forward and proceeded to roughly grab my arm, which he used to pull me towards him.

(sesshy's pov)

That damn boy had been cutting it close in yelling at me, but when he dared to seize Kagome and take her away from me, that was the last fucking straw. I snarled fiercely at my half-brother and snatched the miko back. Tucking her safely into my side I let my harsh glare fall on Inuyasha, if he ever touched the miko against her will again... Good thing he had the sense to look humbled at my speed, I really had moved fast to get her back.

"Inuyasha, Rin is at that camp of yours. We need to go there so that I can make sure she is safe, also some decisions need to be made," I glanced at Kagome at that last part, I really hoped that she wasn't against the idea I had in mind. Her azure eyes were curious, but she didn't press me for answers. Inuyasha huffed, but started walking back in silence. I gently pushed Kagome in front of me, as I didn't want her to fall again, and we made our way to the camp. It only took about two minutes since we were already close. The disgruntled hanyou leaned against a tree and looked towards me expectantly.

A sigh almost pushed out of me as Kagome walked over to the other humans, whose gazes were a mixture of confusion and distrust. Really, it's not like I had it out for them, there was no reason to look like that. I glanced over to where Rin and the kitsune were playing, she smiled up at me then went back to whatever game they were currently occupied with. I listened carefully as Kagome hurriedly gave an explanation to her friends.

"Sango-chan, Miroku-sama, Sesshomaru has...helped me a bit, and he said that he had a few things to say to us all. So please listen. Oh, and he doesn't mean us any harm," The distrust faded out of their eyes, the two humans had absolute faith in Kagome's words. With all of the attention directed towards me I took a breath before calmly speaking, keeping my gaze fixed on Kagome.

"Seeing as we are all after Naraku I figured that it would smart to combine forces to defeat him. There is safety in numbers and as Inuyasha goes off to see his mistress quite often, you might want the extra fighting prowess,"

"She is not my mistress you fucking mo-" Inuyasha's outraged yell was abruptly cut off as my fist made contact with his face. I didn't go too hard on him, he only shattered a few layers of bark on impact with the tree. The monk and taijiya were discussing the matter quietly and glanced back and forth between me and Kagome. A small smile briefly appeared on the female's face as they drew apart, but disappeared as the raven haired miko stepped forward and anxiously cleared her throat.

"Umm, I think that Sesshomaru made a good point. I think...he should join our group," Her eyes hopefully looked over at the taijiya.

"Miroku and I agree with Kagome. Inuyasha?"

"Hell no! I don't want damn ice prick with us," he sullenly crossed his arms, acting like a complete juvenile. But that was the wrong move, and Kagome snapped.

"Why?! If he can't stay then you have to stop going to see Kikyou so much! How else are we going to stay protected, and alive?" Her azure were filled with fury, good to know that she was getting over the stupid hanyou. Thankfully, his glare faltered at that, he obviously didn't want to give up his precious Kikyou.

"Fine, dic-Sesshomaru, can stay," Also good that he was still scared of me. It was troublesome to punch the fool through a tree every time he insulted me, but how else would he learn?

Looking pleased, Kagome started making dinner and conversing with her friend, who's name I couldn't really remember. Glancing at Rin to make sure that she was fine, I sat down with my back against a tree. I know that it confused Kagome when I asked to join. Even I didn't know exactly why I said that, it was extremely spur of the moment. But I couldn't deny the strange yet strong attraction I felt for the raven haired miko. Observing her inconspicuously, the grace that she held stunned me yet again. Humans usually did not make that impression on me. But I also admired the core of strength that she possessed, Kagome was behaving rather cheerful for someone who had their heart broken just hours ago.

Remembering how the tears had poured down her face made me shoot a glare towards Inuyasha, but he wasn't within sight. Concentrating on feeling his youki, I noticed that it was quite a ways out of camp. There was also a holy presence with him, but it was tainted, stained with dark emotions of anger and hatred. Humph, must be Kikyou. I made a mental note to keep an eye out for her, wanting to avoid situations where that malevolence was directed towards Rin or Kagome. Since she was a resurrected spirit, I wasn't exactly sure how to kill her if the need occurred.

Everyone was eating by now, and Kagome sat by me with Rin on the other side. "Do you want anything Sesshomaru?" Turing my nose up slightly, I quickly replied.

"I do not eat human food. But thank you for offering," A tug on the bottom of my sleeve had me turning towards Rin, inclining my head to the small girl.

"Sesshomaru-sama, I've never seen you eat! Not once. How do you stay alive?" Her eyes were wide as she considered the confounding mystery.

"I hunt when needed. It is always after you go to sleep Rin," Satisfied, she turned back to her food and nodded before eating more of the odd stuff. I believe this was called soup, but it didn't look to enjoyable. Catching my expression of mild disgust, Kagome snickered quietly as she placed all of the cooking supplies in a small bag and stood up.

"I'm gonna go wash the dishes, ok?" With out waiting for an answer she strolled off through the trees. No one else took much notice as they were all laying beside the fire, looking rather drowsy as if they might pass out at any minute. Damn it, didn't she know how many youkai could be out there? It was almost nighttime, the sun sinking fast over the tree tops. Getting to my feet, I sighed before stalking after the stupid woman. In some ways, I almost wished that she hadn't found me that day, with the deadly poison running through my veins. I was glad to be alive, but the constant worrying about a certain raven haired miko was getting old. Fast.

Although, her smile, laugh, very presence had a sense of contentment running through me. I suppose that made up for it. There was also the added bonus of beating Inuyasha if she fell for me, which was always a good thing.

CRASH.

Eye's wide, I started running towards Kagome as the loud crash registered in my sensitive ears. Quickly entering a small clearing by the river a snarl ripped out of me at the scene before my eyes. The raven haired miko was shaking as she held her arms out before her, a silvery barrier just barely visible. Her bag was tossed behind her, dishes scattered around it. A tiger youkai was attacking, clawing at the weak barrier. The thing that made me so angry I saw red was the smell of her blood, it hung heavily in the air impossible to miss. The demon was growling hungrily, slashing at her barrier with malice filled eyes. Snarling once again I launched myself at the pathetic being that had dared to hurt her.

(Kagome's pov)

My breathe came in quick pants as I poured my strength into the barrier before me. But all of that crying earlier in the day had drained my energy and I just didn't have the stamina to hold it any longer. Lowering my arms slightly, the tiger youkai's cry of triumph reached my as it jumped forward, claws out stretched. I didn't have the time to think of good byes to all my friends. But one image passed through my mind as I closed my eyes and stiffened in preparation of the oncoming blow. Golden eyes framed by ethereal silver hair, with a prussian blue crescent moon under neath the shorter strands. Sadness washed through me as I waited for the final blow.

But it never came. A ferocious, guttural snarl echoed around in front of me. Opening my eyes, I watched in amazement as Sesshomaru's dokkaso ripped the demon to shreds. Blood splattered everywhere, a few drops landing on my face. Absentmindedly, I tries to raise my hand to wipe them away, but stopped as pain surged through me. Shallow cuts ran the length of my lower arm, blood slowly oozing out. But what had me crying out in pain was my stomach. There were deep claw marks that started at my hip and ran diagonally up my abdomen to stop just under my chest. Blood was pouring out of them at an alarming rate, making my head spin with dizziness. Just then my trembling knees gave out and I plunged towards the hard ground.

Strong arms caught me as I fell, concerned golden orbs boring into me. "Where are you-" he started to ask, but stopped as he saw my abdomen and quietly, I wrapped an arm around Sesshomaru's shoulder to try and stand up. But he didn't let go, and carefully picked me up bridal style with my head leaning against moko-moko. Whimpering slightly, I looked up at him, confused.

"You need help. I know where medicine is for you, Kagome. Just hold on," His voice radiated protectiveness and anger in equal amounts. The now familiar cloud of youki formed around us and we flew through the night sky, faster then before. My teeth chattered as the frigid air whipped around us mercilessly. My shirt was soaked in blood, and provided little protection. Sesshomaru glanced down at me again, he looked away quickly but not before I caught the pained expression in his eye's. Thankfully, moko-moko curled around me and blocked out the freezing air. We suddenly descended, and I looked around trying to see where we were. The trees looked rather familiar, but before I could really think about it another wave of pain jolted through me as our landing wasn't too smooth.

"Sorry", Sesshomaru muttered quietly as he stalked forward and set me down. The ground was rather squishy, but I didn't give it much notice. He reached over me and his clawed hands carefully grasped the leaf of a small plant and pulled it off. He held it expectantly in front of my mouth.

"This plant, the Kenko tai kanboko, has an ability to speed up the healing process. You must eat it though, for it to work," His intense gaze help me in place before I hesitantly parted my lips. I was pretty sure that he knew his facts, but how would a plant help me? Although by this point I was hurting so much I'd eat anything if it got rid of the pain. He gently placed the leaf in my mouth and moved his hand to rest comfortingly on my cheek. Chewing slightly I swallowed it quickly, wondering at the taste. It was almost like spring water, with a little bit of mint and traces of vanilla. Immediately my wounds went numb and I turned to thank Sesshomaru.

(Sessho's pov)

Her pale white face turned towards me, a smile starting to form. But suddenly the lovely azure eyes widened in shock and a shudder ran through her body. I was about to ask Kagome what was wrong when a shrill, agonized scream filled the air. Quickly ripping off my armor, I grabbed the woman and hugged her too my chest, making comforting noises. I had no idea what was wrong with her. That plant was supposed to numb her wounds, so why was she screaming and crying in pain?!

"Sh...Kagome, what's wrong? Shh, Kagome you'll be fine, just hang on," I slowly rocked us back and forth, but stopped when her panting started to shift towards hyperventilation. taking her face between my hands, I looked down at her, needed to know what happened or I was going to go insane. Slowly, her breathing gained a semblance of normalcy and she opened her eyes to lock gazes with me.

"S-Sessho,maru, I can f-f-feel, how my s-skin is gro-growing...a-and healing...B-b-but it hurts, s-so much..." Her voice faded away slowly, but her watery eyes staid lock on mine, seeming to take comfort from that. I shifted her a bit, so that she was cradled in my embrace, and wove a hand through her hair to gently hold her face.

"Kagome, I'm so sorry. I didn't know that would be a side affect of the plant. But you needed to heal right away, if I left you to human methods you would have bled out. I couldn't let that happen, Kagome. I couldn't. But I am so sorry that I caused you pain..." A crushing sense of guilt enveloped me as I spoke, I really did have no idea that in my desire to help her, I would hurt the miko. Damn it. Sighing quietly, I realized that what I felt for the young woman went beyond just caring for her. It was quite a bit farther, actually.

I snapped back into reality as Kagome let out a small noise. Looking down at her, I saw that she had fallen asleep. Sighing heavily in relief, I leaned back against the cave wall. This day had been long, and full of surprises. I looked down at the woman on my lap and pushed the hair out of her face, glad that her color was slowly but surely returning.

(A couple minetues later, K pov)

Soft and fuzzy. I struggled to make sense of what I was feeling on my face, brain still numbed from sleep. I was baout to crack my eyes open but a deep baritone softly spoke, halting my movement.

"Kagome, don't ever leave me," His voice held traces of sadness, but there were also gentle tones that me me feel loved and cherished. But all though stalled as I felt a pair of slightly chilled lips touch my forehead softly. A hand caressed my cheek as the lips with drew themselves. His hand was almost cold, but it felt good against my feverishly hot skin. I was quickly lulled back to sleep by the calming touches.

Jeez, Sessho, praying on her while she's asleep. I am very sorry for how long it took me to write this, I just had trouble with chapter for some reason. Oh and to clarify, Kagome was basically over Inuyasha, but hearing that he did it with Kikyou still hurt, as he was her first love. But now she is completely over that, thank god, so we begin may the much awaited Sesskag! XD

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