Hello and here it finally is! Chapter 2, I'm sorry about the long wait. I had the chapter of my dreams before my brother used my computer and deleted it. Yeah he is an asshat. Anyhow! This pretty close, thank you for your support and feedback!

As they drove away from the city, it became nothing more than a blur among the horizon. The rest if their drive to the countryside was quiet and peaceful, with the windows rolled down the warm breeze filled the car along with the hum of singing crickets in the surrounding forests. The rest of the drive took no more than twenty minutes through the winding roads, however Inuyasha took advantage of the open roads, driving a little faster and cutting their arrival time down.

Kai never broke his gaze, his eyes beaming out the open window and observed everything they drove pass, from the trees to any car that may have passed them by. The forest scenery became hazy and warm with the soon to be setting sun. Inuyasha glanced to Kai from the rear-view mirror, the wind was whipping his silver mane around yet it did not phase the sleepy child. Kai dozed off once or twice during the drive up. Inuyasha grinned lightly watching his little boy dozing off from the event of their day taking over.

Yet before Kai fell into a deep sleep, only moments after dozing off he jolted up in his seat as he felt the car come to stop. He looked out his window as he had the entire car ride, before him was a vast grassy field. The daylight had been slowly fading away as the night was taking over, yet the sky was exposed with the field and it was colored with faded pinks and orange hues.

Kai distracted by the beauty outside his car window, he did not notice his father get out of the car. Inuyasha broke his son's concentration by opening his car door.

"Ready?" Inuyasha crossed his arms "Or are you going to just stay here with the car?"

"Yeah right!" Kai unbuckled himself quickly and lept from the car. He was about to run to his dad but stopped dead in his tracks. "Hold on!"

Kai hurried back into the car, shuffled around for a few seconds before leaving the car again, racing off into the vast field before them, Inuyasha trailed along behind.

Following the hidden trailer beneath the overgrown grass, a warm breeze danced through the tears and field, for a moment revealing where Kai had been hidden within the grass itself but then no trace of him could be seen except for the tips of his. Inuyasha felt peace being away from the city and among the beauty of nature, this a trait he knew came from his mother who saw beauty in everything. He could recall moments he shared with his own mother, having picnics and picking wildflowers.

His hand fell to his side, letting the blades of tall grass caress against his skin while he followed the all too familiar trail.

"Dad." Kai's voice broke Inuyasha from the his train of thought, he looked down to see Kai with a small collection of flowers in his hand. "We are almost there."

When Kai had looked up to his father, Inuyasha gazed back into the eyes of his son. As he did, not only could he see himself in his son but deep within this child's gaze he not only saw Kagome but Inuyasha own mother. They were not only both human but both shared a open heart and mind, never turning anyone away for being different. Their selflessness and purity allowed Kai to be just as pure, different from any other child innocence.

"Come dad." Kai grabbed his father's hand and tugged him along "We need to get there before it gets dark."

"Why? I thought you weren't afraid of the dark." Inuyasha teased

"Pfft" Kai rolled his eyes "I'm not, the dark is afraid of me."

The grassy trail they had been following brought them to a stop, now before them was a gravel trail that was bordered by a fence that had been worn down by nature; along the fencing there small dimly lit lanterns that followed down the path to a marble building. Inuyasha had been surveying the landscaping of the area, taking mental notes on what needed attending too yet he was torn from him thoughts to a rough tug on his arm. Kai eyeballed the small walk way, it didn't take Inuyasha long to understand what he was indicating. A small chuckled escaped his lips before the two of them now faced the path and bowed before continuing on.

It took only a moment for them to follow the trail, now it was dark but the lanterns and the presence of fireflies provided a calm feeling. Once they were at the entrance of the marble building, they bowed once again before Kai unhinged the door and Inuyasha was lighting a worn candle lantern. Upon entering, they were hit with an intense scent of herbs, mostly lavender and jasmine.

'Mother' came Inuyasha's mind almost instantly, he would light a few more candle lanterns which illuminated the room and this allowed them to be face to face with his parents.

A large portrait of Inuyasha's mother Izayoi and his father Inu no Taisho's hung above where their graves laid within the marble walls. After their passing, Inuyasha and with little help from Sesshomaru would have this moslem built in memory of their parents. The area of choice was where they had their last family outing and it was where they went often prior to their passing.

Kai had already began to speak to his grandparents, Kagome and Inuyasha explained that even though they've passed on, they were always with him and even in spirit they loved seeing him grow and to hear of his life. Some see it as morbid, Kagome and Inuyasha agreed to seeing it as closure for their son who never had the pleasure of meeting them.

Inuyasha leaned against the wall, watching Kai go on about school and his friends. Moments like this he really wish his parents were still around, to see Kai and enjoy this amazing child he was blessed with.

Before their visit came to an end, Inuyasha snapped a few pictures of Kai with his grandparents, he joined in on the conversations while telling stories to Kai about his parents and even re-enacting one of their superhero adventures. About an hour had passed before it was time to leave, Kai's eyes were full of sleep.

"Say goodnight Kai," Inuyasha patted his back "We gotta get going."

"Wait I almost forgot something." Kai's ears perked up as he went digging into his back pocket. He pulled small wrinkled folded paper out of his pocket.

"What is it?"

"I drew them a picture," Kai explained, unfolding it and placing it on the small altar "I almost forgot it in the car when we arrived."

"Well I'm glad you remembered." Inuyasha picked Kai up who let out a yawn, muttering goodnight.

Kai crashed in Inuyasha's arms before they even made it to the car. Inuyasha drove back towards the city, the sky was now a blanket of darkness and stars. The air was cool, so he let the windows stay down. The car ride home, he couldn't help but imagine what it would be like if his parent's were still around. The scenarios that came to mind were always so mixed.

Would he have met Kagome?

Would be still be spoiled rich kid brat?

Would Kai even exist?

He tried to shake off any negative thoughts, he was tired of the being in that dark place. He glanced at Kai from the rear view mirror, he was slumped to the side and snoring lightly. Instantly filled Inuyasha with a positive light. Kai was the best thing to ever happen to him.

Arriving home, Inuyasha managed to get Kai changed out of his clothes and into his pjs, tucking him into bed. He knew his child was far from a light sleeper, yet he was still always cautious when it came to putting him to sleep. Once Kai was in bed, he changed himself and grabbed a beer before heading to bed. He'd crash on the couch after grabbing a beer; he took this opportunity to send Kagome the pictures from their outing today, knowing she'd be mad if he didn't.

Inuyasha

9:46 pm

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Drove up to see mom and dad.

Knew you'd like to see how it went.

See you tomorrow.

So casual on such a touchy matter, another reason he appreciated Kagome. This wasn't something she ever judged him on, since even when they were together the trips they made never made her uncomfortable. He enjoyed his beer, thinking back on the events of the day. His eyes felt heavy, adjusting the throw pillow under his head he got comfortable, resting his eyes for a moment.

"Kai this is your grandma Izayoi and grandpa Inu' Kagome spoke to her infant son sweetly 'they may not be here physically but they will always be with you."

Inuyasha stood beside her, Kai cooing softly.

"I wish they were here." Inuyasha looked at the inscriptions on their graves

"Did you not just hear me." Kagome looked him dead in the eyes "They are. They are here for you and your son." she touched his cheek lightly, her hand was warm.

"I know, I know." he rolled his eyes "It's just not the same."

"They would be so proud of you."

Kai began crying and Inuyasha offered to take him and console him. Kagome at this moment took a picture of them. A moment with his family he would cherish forever.

"I love you Inuyasha."

"I love you too, Kikyo." he stopped himself for a moment "Kikyo?" he repeated, looking to Kagome, who was now gone. Kikyo stood there with her arms crossed, smiling sweetly at him.

Inuyasha shot up from the couch, in a cold sweat. He tried to understand what just happened from that dream, or nightmare, or whatever it was woke him in a slight panic. It wasn't until after finally regaining composure, his ears twitched and his nose wrinkled. After noticing the change in the environment, there was a knock at the door.

'Crap' he thought, getting up from the couch and glancing at the clock, apparently the few seconds he thought he was asleep was more like two hours. 'I was more exhausted than I thought.'

He opened the door to be greeted with an immediate embrace, he saw it coming so he grabbed the door frame to prevent himself from stumbling back.

"Guess who."

"I'm tired not blind, Kikyo."

"Oh shut up." she looked up at him with a pout "Can't you be a little more playful."

"Yeah, just not at midnight." he huffed guiding her in and shutting the door.

"Yeah I know, sorry." Kikyo set her bag down and slipped off her shoes "I just got back in."

Kikyo was a consultant for a hiring agency, her job consisted of commuting for companies to hire the best of the best and supply efficient list of possible employees. She'd be out of town for a few days to maybe a week but always showed up on the nights she returned.

"Kai is here." he stated, letting her know she had to be on her best behavior.

"That's good." she walked over to him, she had that look in his eye anyway "I'll be quiet."

"That means no." he shook his head as she wrapped her arms around his neck "You should just go back to your apartment."

She looked offended but didn't let go.

"Or I can stay and we just go lay down." she kissed him lightly "I'll be good."

He huffed before kissing her back and she made her way to the bedroom. Inuyasha grabbed her bag from the couch, before heading to the bedroom he noticed his phone on the floor and his notification light was blinking. He checked to see that Kagome responded about thirty minutes ago.

Kagome

11:30 pm

I love it, he looks so happy.

Thank you. x

He cracked a faint grin before marking read and locking the phone. Kikyo had already made herself comfortable and motioned for him to join her.

The follow morning Kai woke up bright and early, as he went to wake his father, he found Kikyo lying on his chest; nonetheless he made sure his dad woke up along with him. Inuyasha felt groggy from the night of tossing and turning, yet did not hesitate to get up with Kai.

"Good morning Kikyo." Kai greeted her as she woke with a yawn "Wanna watch cartoons with me?"

"Let me get some coffee and I'll join you." she smiled with a wink, he responded with a smile before sprinting off to the living room.

The morning passed by quickly, Inuyasha made breakfast and enjoyed Sunday cartoons. While the rest of the day was spent playing demon slayer, cartoons, cleaning and regular father, son time. So much quality time made time pass by quickly, 5 o'clock rolled around and Kagome would be showing up to pick up Kai. As he watched the clock tick, he felt like something wasn't right because Kagome normally called at noon on the days she was going pick him up and reassure she'd be here at 5.

'This isn't like Kagome.' He thought

Kai and him were sprawled out on the floor with his block city and the monsters that were invading. He kept glancing at the clock.

"Daaad." Kai breaking InuYasha's attention from his thoughts, they looked at one another with question in their eyes for second or two before InuYasha made a face at Kai, sending him in a fit of giggles.

"Dad, you're weird."

"Oh, I'm weird?" InuYasha teased as he and his son began to rough house "Well I guess that makes you weirder." InuYasha added tickling Kai's sides with his fists lightly.

"Hahaha, Na! Uh!" Kai spoke between his laughter. While the two laughed together it was cut off by a knock at the door. Kai jumped with joy but Inuyasha smelled a scent that he was not fond of smelling. Getting up to answer the door, he noticed Kikyo on her phone, texting and seemed agitated as she walked out onto the patio.

Inuyasha opened the door to instead of seeing Kagome, his old half brother Sesshomaru.

"Yeah was not expecting you here." Inuyasha spoke coldly "Why are you here?"

"I'm here to pick up Kai." Sesshomaru was unphased by Inuyasha

"Kagome is picking him up."

"She got busy so she asked me." Sesshomaru stated "Besides Rin is back from vacation and would love to see him."

Kai shoved his way by his dad, his eyes glistened to see Sesshomaru standing on the other side of his father. He shrieked with joy. Sesshomaru did not love many things but he did love Kai, which is why Sesshomaru and Inuyasha tolerated each other to the best of their abilities.

"Uncle!" Kai looked up to him "Is momma with you?"

"No," Sesshomaru grinned "You are coming with me until mommy gets you."

"Go get your bag buddy." Inuyasha tussled his hair, Kai scurried off

Inuyasha's demeanor changed as soon as Kai was out of sight. His cold gaze met his brother's. Kagome should trust Inuyasha enough to let him stay longer, this was insulting to Inuyasha. He was now irritated with Kagome and her sudden change of plans. "I still don't see why he couldn't just stay."

"Again, Rin is back from her trip an-" Sesshomaru repeated and as he began to continue the sound of the backdoor opening caught both of their attentions. Kikyo appeared from the patio, stopping for a moment and giving a slight wave before disappearing into the kitchen.

"Well…" Sesshomaru spoke with a hint of amusement in his voice "I guess its a good thing I came instead of Kagome."

Kai hurried through the living room to the door, dragging his overnight bag across the floor. Sesshomaru gestured for Kai to give him the bag so he could say goodbye to his father. Kai and Inuyasha embraced, Inuyasha not wanting to let go.

"You be good and have fun, okay?" Inuyasha grinned at Kai

"I will daddy." Kai was full of excitement "I love you."

Sesshomaru and Kai then departed the apartment, Kai had already began talking to Sesshomaru about the weekend the two of them had. Inuyasha already felt empty, shutting the door the emptiness grew.

'Damn it Kagome, can't you trust me a little more.' He thought plopping onto the couch, letting his head hang back. He sensed Kikyo making her way towards him but not with intentions she normally had, instead she began to massage his shoulders.

"So," she started while applying pressure onto his shoulder blades "Why did Sesshomaru pick Kai up?" asking curiously.

"I guess Kagome had to work a double today," InuYasha said shrugging the rest off.

"Oh." was all that escaped from Kikyo's lips as she continued to massage him. "And she didn't let you know?" She added, InuYasha just shook his head. They both fell silent, the house peaceful and serene; InuYasha wasn't completely happy with the new atmosphere.

"Well, she shouldn't be so careless." Kikyo threw in, jabbing at Kagome. "You should know these things ahead of time."

"Kikyo, don't." InuYasha interjected before she could dig herself into a deeper hole. Kikyo looked defeated and got off the couch and disappeared into the kitchen again. Inuyasha did not need Kikyo's input along with his irritation.

The weekend was going great until this, he sat there wondering if anything elses could possibly ruin the rest of his Sunday, or even his life. Inuyasha rolled his head to crack his neck, getting a good crack in he opened his eyes gazed to the bookshelf a few steps away from the front door. Resting on the the shelf was the thick manila folder of paperwork that was suppose to be signed by today.

'Oh shit.'