Title: Leaving You Behind

Author: inuyashagirl5

Rating: M/NC-17

Genre: Action/Adventure/Romance/Some Angst

Pairing: Eventual Kagome/Kurama, Yusuke/Keiko, other pairings will appear in later chapters.

Disclaimer: I do not own InuYasha or Yu Yu Hakusho. InuYasha is owned by Rumiko Takahashi and Yu Yu Hakusho is owned by Yoshihiro Togashi. I only borrow thier characters for my own amusement and for the amusement of my readers.

A/N: There are obvious changes to this chapter. Kagome and Yusuke are older than previously stated. I'm not changing Kagome's mother's name since I've never seen it posted elsewhere what her true name is. If someone wants to point me in the right direction, I'll take note and change it later. For now, she's staying as Rei.

Chapter Two: Sadness

It was late afternoon when Kagome's mom, Rei, shook her daughter gently and eyed the small form in her arms. It was an adorable creature and she was curious to know why her daughter had brought him home. She was also concerned for the deep cuts that were visible on her cheek. Shippo stirred first and leap to his feet growling, his little fangs barred up at the older woman. Rei giggled at the cute display of ferocity and shook Kagome again.

"Kagome, it's time to wake up. It's almost dinner time." She stepped back when Shippo stepped closer, "Why are you growling at me, sweetie? Kagome is my daughter."

"You…you're Kagome's mom?" Shippo's voice squeaked and he blinked a few times before turning to Kagome. "Kagome, wake up!"

Shippo pounced onto her stomach and Kagome sat up in fright. She looked around at her surroundings. Her eyes fell on Shippo first since he was closest and then on her mother, who was confused by her daughter's behavior. Tears flooded Kagome's brown eyes and she flung herself into her mother's comforting embrace.

"Mom, it was so horrible!" She sobbed loudly before rushing to tell the story of what had happened to her and to InuYasha.

She started with InuYasha's death and ended with her desperate escape from his brother's palace. She left out nothing and covered Shippo's ears through the really horrid and graphic details. By the time she had finished saying everything, her mother was in tears and Souta had joined them. The young boy's eyes held confusion, but he fought back the tears building inside him. He had always looked up to InuYasha because he was so brave and strong, something Souta himself wished he could be. Even more now that he had seen the sadness within his sister's eyes.

"Kagome, I am so sorry that you had to endure such an awful situation. I should have never let you go back there in the first place. This is all my fault!" her mother covered her face with her slender hands, her sobs loud and uncontrolled. Kagome placed her hand gently on her mother's head and embraced her again.

"No, this is not your fault." She protested gently, "This would never have happened if Sesshomaru hadn't have been a coward. He attacked us when InuYasha was human, when he was at his weakest. If InuYasha had been at his normal, then we would be fine and I probably would be with him right now. This is Sesshomaru's fault and his alone!"

"Kagome, would you like some tea?" Souta bit his lip and looked to the floor, "It might make you feel better."

She sniffed and smiled at her younger brother. She nodded and rose to her feet, Shippo hopping onto her shoulder as she stood.

"How about if I help you?" she put her hand on his shoulder, "Besides you should show Shippo around the house. He's going to be staying with us for awhile."

Two Months Later

Things had calmed down a bit for Kagome. As a distraction she kept herself busy by going to school and teaching Shippo everything she could. She used her free time to reflect upon InuYasha and happier memories of him and their friends. She needed those memories to keep her sane. She barely slept and when she did, she always awoke from nightmares of Sesshomaru and the things he had done to her.

It was early that morning when Kagome had awoke from such a nightmare. She cried out in fright and her mother and grandfather were there a few moments later. Rei stroked her hair and whispered comforting words and while her grandfather held her hand and stared at her with worried eyes. After she calmed, the two of them left her alone to fall back asleep. She lay there, but sleep was not going to come. She gently caressed her stomach. It had been a couple months since she had had her period and she knew that a child had begun to grow. She would never be able to escape the nightmare of Sesshomaru, but she would never blame the child she carried.

She hadn't told anyone and the only person who did know, knew because he could smell it. It was faint for his young kitsune nose, but he could tell none the less. He had been the one to confirm what she was afraid to confess to others. She would get the courage and tell her family eventually, but for now it was her secret.

She got up, showered and prepared for another long day at school. She was sure her friends would harass her to accept a date with Hojo, which, of course, she would refuse. Her heart didn't want to accept any kind of warm and tender feelings from a guy who couldn't take a hint. As a matter of fact, she never wanted to be in love ever again. Her heart hurt too much from the loss of InuYasha, she knew that love would never return for any other guy. She wouldn't let it.

Breakfast was quiet and Kagome welcomed it. Both Shippo and Souta watched her do her normal routine. Eat, mumble a goodbye, kiss Shippo's forehead and head out the front door. She sluggishly dragged herself to school and would always be greeted either by her three talkative friends or by the guy who had no clue. This time it was Hojo who had caught up with her. He smiled sincerely and greeted her.

"Good morning, Kagome." He waved first and ran to catch up to her.

"Good morning, Hojo." She said softly. She sighed as he continued to walk alongside her. Grumbling to herself, she kept her focus on the ground in front of her as they walked and he talked.

"You look so sad today, Kagome." He frowned. She deserved to be sad she thought to herself, "How about a movie tonight to cheer you up?"

"I'm sorry, Hojo, but I can't. I have too much to do." She wasn't lying. She had promised to teach Shippo about airplanes.

"How about this weekend then?"

"I can't. I'm really sorry, Hojo, but I've been super busy lately. I'm trying really hard to catch up on old school work and I've been helping my brother with his homework and stuff."

"It's okay, Kagome. We can go out when you're not so busy." He smiled. It was a charming smile, but it annoyed Kagome. He waved again, "I'll talk to you later, Kagome! Have a good day!"

He caught up with some of his friends and entered the school. Kagome sighed and shook her head. She could hear Eri and Yuka behind her. They squealed at the first sight of Kagome and ran to talk with her.

"Kagome, how is everything?" Eri eyed her cautiously, "Are you and Hojo going on a date?"

"You didn't waste anytime getting to that subject." Kagome said solemnly, "No, I am never going to date Hojo."

"But, Kagome…" Yuka spoke up, but Kagome brushed them aside and hurried into the building. Her friends knew nothing. She was starting to hate them for their stupidity and blindness. She thought of Miroku and Sango. She missed them greatly and worried about them every day. She couldn't help feeling guilty for leaving them without an explanation. She prayed that they were together and safe. This caused a chuckle when she thought of the monk's roaming hand and the sound Sango's hand made when it made contact with his face.

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Kagome took the quick route to the cafeteria for lunch. She avoided her friends and Hojo and sat at a table away from many of the other students. She was eating her lunch when a teacher approached her. He sat quietly next to her and she gave him a confused glance.

"Kagome, your mother called just a short time ago. She doesn't want you to worry, but your grandfather has had a heart attack and she's at the hospital with him. She said that your brothers are already home and that you could leave early if you wanted to." He said. Kagome dropped her lunch and ran from the room. She didn't wait to hear if there was anything else to be said.

She brought nothing with her as she raced from the school. She held her stomach tightly as she felt it begin cramping again. She fought through the pain as she turned the corner and headed up another street. She was happy that the hospital wasn't too far from her school. She stopped outside the entrance and took a deep breath. Letting it out slowly she entered. She asked the women behind the counter where to go and followed the directions she was given.

Her mom was sitting with another woman and a boy that looked to be the same age as her. Her mom's face was in her hands and she was crying. Kagome swallowed hard and found the courage to speak.

"Mom?" she said quietly. The two women and the boy looked up at her.

"Kagome?" Rei stood quickly and took Kagome into her arms, "I'm so sorry, Kagome. There was nothing that could be done. Your grandfather has passed on."

Kagome buried her face into Rei's shoulder and cried. She couldn't accept another death. Not this soon after losing InuYasha. Her body swayed and the pain in her hip became fierce again. She fell limp to the floor.

"Kagome?" Rei knelt next to her and shook her, "Please, Kagome! Are you okay? Answer me!"

"I hurt so much." Kagome whispered and clutched her stomach, "I shouldn't have run here. It hurts so much!"

"Pick her up, Yusuke." The other woman commanded gently and Kagome felt herself lifted into the arms of the boy who was with them. She leaned her head against his shoulder as she fell unconscious.

She woke up a few hours later with her mother at her side. Worry lines crossed her face as her eyes met with her daughter's and Kagome lowered her eyes. It was obvious that her mother knew now what she had been keeping secret. Tears fell again and she wiped them away quickly. Damn Sesshomaru and everything he had done to her.

"Kagome, you're not too far along. Only a couple months." Rei said quietly and brushed a strand of Kagome's hair away from her face, stopping momentarily over the scars still present on her cheek. She glanced around the room and once satisfied they were alone she turned back to her daughter, "How is this going to affect the baby, Kagome?"

"Since Sesshomaru was a full blooded demon and I am human, it means that the baby will be a half-demon, just like what InuYasha was." Kagome answered, "I was going to tell you soon, but I guess I was just not ready to accept it yet."

"It's okay, sweetie. Just relax. They are going to let you go home tonight providing all the test are clear. They said that everything is normal and it was probably just stress that caused you to pass out."

"I can't believe that grandpa is…" her voice trailed off as a soft knocking came at her door.

"That's probably Atsuko and Yusuke. They went to check on Souta and Shippo." Rei opened the door and gave a small smile. The woman and the boy from earlier walked in.

"Oh, I see you have woken up." The boy smiled sweetly. Kagome mustered a small nod and looked away.

"Kagome, this is an old friend of mine, Atsuko and her son, Yusuke." Rei introduced them and turned to Atsuko, "How were Souta and Shippo?"

"Souta was fine and Shippo, well, he was in hiding. He refused to come out until Kagome came home." Atsuko shrugged.

"He's attached to Kagome. I think he looks to her like a mother." Rei sighed, "I suppose I should go home and give Souta the news. He's going to take it so hard."

"It's alright, mom." Kagome touched her mother's hand, "Go on home. I can walk home when they let me out."

"I'll give you a ride home, Rei." Atsuko said, "Are you coming, Yusuke?"

"Nah. You ladies go on without me." Yusuke smiled, "I'll make sure Kagome gets home later."

"Thank you, Yusuke." Rei smiled and walked out.

"You don't have to stay." Kagome said weakly. She didn't really want him sticking around. He smiled again and sat back in the chair behind him.

"Now what fun would that be?" he replied.

"Am I supposed to be having fun?" Kagome closed her eyes, "My grandfather died today. InuYasha died almost three months ago and I am carrying a child that belongs to a man who raped me. No, I don't see any fun in any of this."

"I see your point." He replied and leaned back, "But still, I want to walk you home anyways. It's the least I can do."

"How old are you, Yusuke?" she was curious. He was young, but there was just something about him that made him seem older.

"Seventeen, why?" he leaned back in the chair.

"You just seem older is all." Kagome opened her eyes, "I'm sorry if I'm not the happiest person right now."

"Now don't be sorry, Kagome. You just relax and everything will heal itself." He sighed, "How old are you anyways, Kagome?"

"Almost eighteen." She answered. Yusuke just nodded.

They let Kagome leave a couple hours later. Her instructions from the doctor were to rest in bed for a few days. If only rest were the real answer to all of her problems. She could deal with rest if that was the best solution.

She walked quietly with Yusuke. He walked with his hands behind his head and his attention seemed to be distracted by the passing of a few fluffy clouds. She gave a small smile, which caught his attention.

"You smiled." He replied, "That makes me feel a bit better."

"Thank you for walking me home, Yusuke. It was nice to meet you." They had stopped at the large steps to the shrine.

"Are you sure you don't want me to walk you to the door?"

Kagome looked up the long staircase before them. Atsuko stood at the top waving. Kagome sighed and nodded.

"I guess you can. Your mom is still here." She answered.

Upon reaching the front door, Atsuko opened it for them and Yusuke caught sight of a quick ball of fluff streaking towards Kagome. The fuzzy ball jumped and Yusuke caught it midair by it's tail.

"Owww!" Shippo cried out, "Kagome!"

"Shippo! Give him to me, Yusuke!" she pulled the kitsune closer and hugged him. Shippo growled at Yusuke and bared his tiny fangs.

"Take it easy, squirt. I'm sorry I grabbed your tail." Yusuke shrugged and stopped, "Did I just say tail? Wait a minute!"

Kagome had already walked further inside with Shippo now perched on her shoulder. He started to follow, but stopped when she knelt down to hug Souta. She was crying again. Yusuke frowned and backed away. His question was not that important and he knew he'd be seeing her again. He could feel the faint presence of spiritual energy around her and that would be just one of a few things to share with Koenma and the others. He doubted Koenma knew of the kit presence, hell, he hadn't noticed it at all.

"Yusuke, are you ready to go?" Atsuko asked from the doorway and Yusuke froze. She was twirling her car keys around her finger and she didn't seem to notice Shippo's differences, or she didn't care. He nodded and she headed out the front door.

"Yusuke?" Kagome's voice was weak and tired. He faced her, "Thank you again for walking me home and for staying with me at the hospital. I really appreciate it."

"It's okay, Kagome." He smiled politely, "I'll see you soon. We'll hang out again."

After they were gone, Kagome helped her mother with a light dinner. None of them felt like eating. Even Shippo, who normally had a huge appetite, barely picked at his food. The dinner table was just too quiet with out grandpa.