A/N So I have decided to split my first chapter into two, smaller and more manageable chapters. I have also fixed so grammatical errors, so hopefully it is even better than before. :)

CHAPTER 2

Inuyasha's POV

Kagome seemed so friendly around the mangy wolf; I don't understand how she could be so kind! Sure she lost her patience easily and she had quite a temper, but she was always so trusting, even when people didn't deserve it.

Kouga for example has killed his fair share of humans, but she still welcomed him as a friend!

"She even has the patience to put up with you!" My conscious said to me, "Even though you treat her like dirt, and you compare her to Kikyou she still puts up with you. She likes you just the way you are, as a half-demon and she is very compassionate!"

My conscious was obviously trying to get my to see everything good about Kagome, but I already knew everything about Kagome. I just didn't know whether to choose her or Kikyou!

I looked over to see her on Kouga's back as we were heading towards Naraku and I started to get very protective of her! I quickly bit back my feelings of her as I prepared for the nasty battle ahead.

That's when I smelt another demon that I definitely did NOT want to see! Sesshomaru.

I growled and everyone turned to look at me, but I didn't answer that question in their eyes, for they would see him and his "servant" soon enough.

That's when we all spotted him and Jaken; I guess he left Rin and Ah-Un somewhere else, so they wouldn't get hurt. Sesshomaru obvious knew we were here because he would've smelt us way before any of us smelt him.

He came up to our group, forcing us to stop and said emotionlessly, "As much as I hate you and your group Inuyasha" He said, "It will be easier to destroy Naraku if we fight together."

As he looked around he noticed that Kagome was on Kouga's back instead of mine and being the jackass he is he decided to comment on that fact, "Inuyasha's wrench, why are you riding away from Inuyasha?"

"I can't believe he did that!" I wasn't mad, but calling Kagome a wrench is never a good idea, no matter who you are!

And I was right as Kagome walked right up to Sesshomaru and said, "My name is Ka-go-me, not wrench or human!"

Sesshomaru just looked at her in shock for a couple moments, but quickly composed himself and said, "Fine, Kagome, why are you not riding on the half-breed?"

I was so pissed, but then I saw Kagome and boy she was pissed! More pissed than I've ever seen, and trust me I've seen her REALLY pissed!

She went right up to Sesshomaru and slapped him (although Sesshomaru didn't even flinch, he wasn't even hurt!)

I quickly jumped in front of her, so Sesshomaru couldn't hurt her, but he just pushed me away and picked her up by the throat pinning her to a tree.

Even if I hated Kouga I was thankful because he ran up to Sesshomaru and tried to strike him with Goraishi, but of course Sesshomaru moved because it's Sesshomaru!

He dropped Kagome though and she stepped in front of Kouga and said something in a low voice, I only caught the words, "Kouga . . . hate him . . . need . . . allies . . . don't . . . please."

Whatever she said obviously worked because he calmed down, but he still tossed Sesshomaru a dirty look. Sesshomaru, who obviously heard what she said, looked as confused as I felt.

Sesshomaru's POV

I overheard the wrench talking to Kouga, she said to him, "Kouga, you need to calm down! I know you hate him, but we need all the allies we can get, so don't start an unnecessary fight, do this for me, please."

The next thing I know Kouga folds under her pleading gaze, but all I can think is why would she stand up for me? What a peculiar human. She than came over to me and BOWED! I was surprised, although I did not show it.

While she bowed she said, "Sorry Lord Sesshomaru, I was angry that you called Inuyasha half-breed and I did not control my temper, please forgive me."

I blinked in astonishment and said regally, "Fine, but do not let it happen again." I then turned towards the whole group.

They were all looking at me in open astonishment, but I ignored then and said, "I am assuming that we are a joined force for now?"

The monk was the first to snap out of his trance and said, "Of course Lord Sesshomaru," he bowed and continued, "and we are delighted to have your power on our side."

I looked at each group member in turn and asked, "Does anyone object to this Sesshomaru joining the . . . group?"

Inuyasha said, "I do!" I turned towards my baby brother, but Inuyasha didn't continue and the next thing I know Kagome said, "SIT!" and Inuyasha did a face plant.

I was amused and I smirked a bit at my brother for being controlled by a human wrench, but I quickly wiped the smirk off my face as Kagome came closer.

She bowed again and said innocently, "Sorry about Inuyasha, Lord Sesshomaru, but he can forget his manners."

She then smiled up at me and turning towards everyone she stated, "Well being Naraku has not yet absorbed the jewel the best time to strike would be now, so lets get going."

I was shocked, "Naraku hasn't yet absorbed the jewel? Why not? It would make him much more powerful. Unless..."

"Human" I said, "What if he has not absorbed the jewel to lure us in? What if it is a trap?"

Kagome looked at me in understanding, then in confusion and said, "But why not absorb it? I mean even if he had absorbed the power we would still come after him. It is my duty to finish the jewel and protect it and besides we all need revenge for what he has taken away from us."

I contemplated what she said for a moment, and then stated logically, "Priestess, it may be a trap for only you. To lure you away." Kagome looked at me and said annoyed, "For one just call me Kagome, not human or priestess. And another thing, he thinks that are my powers are still sealed, so how would this plan work?"

I could not believe that they could not see the truth! It was staring them right in the face. "How do you know that Naraku did not plan for Magatsuhi to not completely seal your powers?"

I watched with hidden amusement as Kagome gaped like a fish, then she snapped back into reality. She glared at me and said with determination, "Even if it is a trap, then what? I can't just NOT go! It's my responsibility to finish the jewel, and if I die then I'll die trying!"

I was surprised by her honour, but didn't show my surprise as I merely looked at her, then turned away, walking towards Naraku gracefully.

Kagome's POV

I watched as Lord Sesshomaru gracefully turned and walked away after our brief …encounter. I couldn't help but stare at him. He moved so gracefully, yet he was probably the most dangerous thing to every exist, even in MY time.

I felt a twinge and looked down at my hand, it had swollen. I sighed as I realized that when I hit Sesshomaru it was like hitting a brick wall, I only hurt myself. Kouga came up behind me and noticed my hand.

He growled possessively at Sesshomaru's retreating, and to my amazement I heard Sesshomaru lowly chuckle! No one else but Kouga and myself heard it, and my eyes widen in surprise.

I thought I was imagining things! I mean Sesshomaru chuckling! I won't have believed it if it wasn't for Kouga's shocked look as well.

I mean Sesshomaru, the man who was like a huge block of ice that never melted! Yes HE laughed, well chuckled, but same thing! I smiled at that; I guess Sesshomaru isn't as much of an "Ice Prince" as people made him out to be, especially if he cares for such a sweet and innocent girl like Rin.

I looked towards Kouga who still looked like he saw a ghost and I couldn't help but laugh, but I sobered up as soon as I saw the weird looks I was getting from everyone, like I was crazy, which I assure you I am not!

So after I stopped laughing like an idiot, I got onto Kouga's back and we sped towards Naraku once more. We got there in good time, it only took a couple of minutes, but with anxiety high it felt longer. I sighed as I hopped off of Kouga's back and I took out my sword.

Sensing the jewel, I looked at everyone and stated logically, "It's not strong enough to get a definite location, but it's somewhere near the middle. I'm guessing the dead centre, because that way it would take the same amount of time to get there, no matter what direction we took."

Sesshomaru's POV

I was shocked at her logical thinking, I mean, I guessed as much, but I wouldn't suspect a human traveling with my HALF-brother, Inuyasha, to be so . . . smart. She seemed educated, which is rare, even in nobles.

I sighed, but before we could go any further I smelt the scent of bones and graveyard soil. It was putrid, and I turned my face a fraction closer to Kagome, for she had a pleasant scent of lavender and vanilla.

I knew Inuyasha smelt her as well because he whispered wondrously, "Kikyou." I grimaced slightly, wondering how he could stand the stench, even if she was his old lover. As she came closer I had to fight the urge to gag, but I kept all emotions from my face as I started walk in the direction that the priestess, no . . . Kagome, told me too.

I stopped for a second as soon as I realized that I actually corrected myself, I continued walking as to not to arouse suspicion, but slightly growled in aggravation. I couldn't believe that she got to me when she stood up to me, sure it took courage, but it also took stupidity.

I sighed inaudibly as I walked farther away from the dead priestess, only to realize that Kagome was following. I pretended to not notice and continued to walk.

Kagome's POV

As soon as Kikyou showed up I had to get out of there! So I did the only logical thing, I followed Sesshomaru.

I knew I wouldn't be able to protect myself properly without my powers, and although I was trained slightly with a sword, thanks to Mr. Kuroki and Sango, it would barely be anything against Naraku.

I sighed as I tried to catch up to him, he obviously knew I was here, but he wouldn't stop or slow down! I ran the last couple of strides and ended up at his side.

I looked up at him and said. "Hello Sesshomaru." I waited for him to say anything, but he barely even acknowledged me! I knew I shouldn't get so worked up over this, but I was under stress, and unfortunately for Sesshomaru he was the one I took it out on.

I was so angry and I just stopped and held onto his sleeve, forcing him to stop as well. What I wasn't expecting was for him to just continue walking, dragging me behind him.

Even more frustrated I shouted, "Hey!" He stopped, causing me to fall, and then he looked down at my fallen form and said, with a small smirk, "Yes?"

I was furious now! I got up, albeit gracelessly, then I got close to him and said, okay half shouted, "Can you at least acknowledge me! You know, a hello never hurt anyone, and talking to a lowly human while no one is around won't damage your reputation any! So stop being a pompous ass and try to be decent!"

I was breathing hard after my rant, and after a couple seconds what I did started to sink in! I covered my mouth with my hands and looked up at him with pleading eyes.

I took down my hands as I apologized professedly, my face getting red as I stuttered, "Lord Sesshomaru! I . . .I mean my temper! I let it . . . I didn't mean to insult you . . . or your honour! Sorry Sesshomaru! Please forgive me."

I expected him to grab me by my throat again, or hit me, so when he just nodded his head and walked away, I was surprised and please.

Sesshomaru's POV

I watched as she went from furious, to calm and then quickly to horror as she realized whom she just insulted. Her face went red as she stuttered out an apology; I just nodded my head and continued on my way, amused by how quickly her emotions could change and how amusing they were.

As I turned I noticed that she looked relieved, she probably thought I would hurt her again, but this Sesshomaru would never let his emotions take control like that ever again.

As she caught up again I decided that maybe she was right, but I still wouldn't say or do anything to tell her so. We continued in a comfortable silence, or at least I though it was comfortable. Kagome on the other hand looked like she was not used to silence by the way she was fidgeting with the hem of her rather short skirt.

I silently sighed and to keep her from fidgeting asked her indifferently, "Your skirt is rather indecent, why?"

Kagome looked up at me surprised and then she smiled! I was insulting her clothing and yet she was smiling at me, maybe she was too dumb to realize that I was insulting her?

I fought the urge to roll my eyes, but then she responded, "Where I'm from it's decent. You see Sesshomaru, I wear this to school, as well as every other girl who goes does."

I looked at her for a second before turning away, and then I stated, "Well it is indecent here, and are you noble? Because schooling is only offered to nobles."

Kagome grinned and said to me, "Where I'm from almost EVERYONE has schooling. It's divided into 6-3-3-4: 6 years of primary or elementary school; 3 years of middle or junior high school; 3 years of high school; and 4 years of university where you can further your education."

I was confused, and this Sesshomaru has never been confused! Well besides that one time when I was with my dad and he told me . . . but that's for another time.

I told her straight out, "This Sesshomaru has never heard of such a preposterous idea. What jobs require so much education?"

Kagome giggled, and said, "Most jobs in my ag- I mean where I'm from need that much education." She said blushing a light pink.

I stopped, causing her to run into me, I looked down at her and said, "What did you mean by your 'age'?"

Kagome looked down, and fidgeted. She looked up at me and said desperately, "Can we talk about this later?"

I just said, "Fine, but do not expect this Sesshomaru to drop the subject." And that's when we reached the half-demon form of Naraku and the jewel.

Kagome's POV

I let it slip that I was from another age! How could I be so stupid! And worse yet was that Sesshomaru noticed! That means I'll have to tell him about it, and I can just imagine how that'll go!

"Hey Sesshomaru! I'm from 500 years in the future!

"Don't lie, that's impossible, I'm now going to kill you for you impudence."*Kills*

Oh yeah, I can see that going over real well. I was forced back into reality when I heard Sesshomaru's intake of breath, we were at the centre of Naraku, where the half-demon Naraku stood.

As soon as I looked at Naraku I realized that Sesshomaru was right this is a trap, why else would we not encounter Naraku's minions?

I groaned as I realized this and not even angry, more annoyed I asked Naraku, "So what's your BIG plan this time Naraku?"

I expected Naraku to be surprised by my obvious lack of fear, but he just chuckled darkly and said, "Oh little Kagome, how clueless you can be." That's when I noticed something that made me groan with defeat.

Sesshomaru's POV

After Naraku's comment I heard Kagome groan, in what I knew was defeat, as she finally analyzed our situation.

Naraku sealed himself along with a couple thousand, lesser demons and us together, with no means of escape. Although they weren't strong, they could still slow us, well me, down enough to seriously harm or kill her.

She slowly looked back at Naraku, and took out her bow, notching an arrow. Even with most of her powers sealed it glowed with a faint pink light. She aimed it at Naraku, and shot, I knew it was just going to reflect of off the barrier though. I felt annoyed at her for wasting some of her powers, but was surprised when it seemed to disappear before hitting Naraku, then reappear in his barrier, injuring him greatly.

He snarled at this unexpected turn of events and sent all the demons after her. I quickly acted, protecting her, using my new acquired Baksagia to damage Naraku in the process of destroying a large portion of the demons.

We were starting to significantly lower the numbers, Kagome using a sword, an old one, fairly well for a human. I realized that we were probably going to make it out of this alive, and that I may be able to kill Naraku in the process, well I thought that until he called in another couple of thousand demons.

I realized this plan was to tire us out enough that he could kill or absorb us . . . great. I put away my sword and using my poison claws and poison whip I slashed at the lesser demons, killing half in a couple of seconds, how pathetic they were.

I looked over to check on Kagome, she was doing fairly well, no major injuries, just a couple of scratches and bruises. I went back to killing the lesser demons, trying to give her another chance at damaging Naraku.

Naraku continued sending in another hoard of demons when the majority of the current hoard was destroyed, it made me wonder why he didn't just send in all of his demons at once, or at least more than what we could handle. Was he planning something else?

A/N So, thanks for reading! I hope you enjoy it so far! :)