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"Don't just stand there!" An elderly woman said. She wore a priestess gown and the group figured out that she was probably the woman in charge. "Get them some water and take the girl to my infirmary." The old woman demanded. People rushed to help them and gave them sips of water slowly so it doesn't overwhelm them. Others grabbed Kagome and took her to the infirmary. The people assured him she would be alright now and there was nothing to worry about. Inuyasha nodded gratefully and fell to his knees softly trying to catch his breath and wiping the sweat off his face. The old woman walked toward Inuyasha until she stood before him. He slowly looked up at her breathing heavily. She placed the cup of water she had in her hands to Inuyasha's lips until he drank most of it. She put the cup aside when he finished it and looked down at him.
"Ive been expecting you."
Now:
Inuyasha looked at at her confused. "Who are you?"
"My name is Kaede. This is my farm." She answered bluntly. "Gather your friends and come with me." She turned and walked inside a large building. Inuyasha and the rest of the group followed the old woman inside. She led them to a small but comfy room where she served them all tea. They politely drank the tea. Kaede took a sip and viewed the group before her. "You have come with questions in mind." She said.
"How do you know that?" Miroku asked.
"You demons were able to enter through the barrier that I have put up to protect my farm." She said to Inuyasha and Sesshomaru. "Only pure souls can enter and that is mostly humans. If you two were able to enter, then you have come with a task. A task that involves me." She said. "So, what do you want?"
"Let us start from the beginning." Sesshomaru began. He told her how he, Miroku and Inuyasha were adopted and were raised abusively by their father Naraku and that they ran away from him but he only followed them. How he attacked them and is now after the jewel and now they need to stop him.
"That is quite a story." Kaede began. "But what does this have to do with me?" The entire group looked at each other in hesitation. Kaede smiled. "How much do you each remember of your past Inuyasha?" She asked.
"Uh...how do you know my name?" He asked.
"Inuyasha?" Sango showed Inuyasha her history book and was surprised to see the old woman in the picture. "Kagome was right." Inuyasha looked at the old woman confusingly.
"Allow me to bring you back some memories." Kaede said placing her hand on his head and the other on his chest. Inuyasha's eyes widened as his mind swirled in different colors almost like fast moving pictures. One paused where he was dressed in a red robe and he had his sword in hand. He walked towards Kaede taking a package from her hands and jumping to the air. Another swift of colors changed and stopped at a scene where he sat next to Miroku and a little fox demon laughing together. Then it changed again but he stood next to Kagome holding her hand as if she was his. The flashbacks ended and Inuyasha stumbled backwards a little. He inhaled deeply almost choking.
"What was that?" Inuyasha freaked.
"That was you in your past life." Kaede answered.
"Just like in the book." Inuyasha grabbed Sango's book. "I was wearing this and Miroku was next to me wearing that and holding that staff. And this fox kid was there too. I don't know who that is though." Inuyasha said wiping the sweat from his face.
"You just saw this? Right now?" Rin asked.
"Yeah."
"Shippo?" Kaede called staring at the door. They all heard footsteps and watched the door. The little fox boy entered.
"Yes Miss Kaede?" He answered.
"I want you to meet new friends. Everyone, this is Shippo." Everyone greeted him and Shippo politely greeted back. He sat next to Kaede with a smile on his face.
"Hey, you're Sesshomaru." Shippo pointed at Sesshomaru.
"How do you know me child?" Sesshomaru asked.
"I had dreams about you." Shippo smiled. "You don't look any different, except the emotion. You didn't talk much but you were still nice to me. Not like Inuyasha."
"Me?" Inuyasha whined.
"Yeah you used to always pick on me because I was always around Kagome and because I pulled pranks on you and because I used to-"
"Please kid, maybe you should talk slower and calmly. You're too loud." Inuyasha interrupted.
"You used to say that too!" Shippo said.
Everyone giggled aside from Inuyasha.
"Shippo is another demon who was able to pass through my barrier. I found him right after his parents passed away." Kaede said.
"You're Rin." Shippo said. Rin nodded. "You are a lot older than you are in my dreams but you still have that same smile. We used to play in my dreams a lot." Rin smiled.
"We still can if you want."
"Really? That would be so much fun." Shippo almost yelled in joy.
"Now Shippo." Kaede began. "They have come here looking for help to defeat Naraku. To complete their destiny once again."
"But, where's momma?" Shippo asked.
"She's sick right now but don't worry child, she's in the infirmary getting better. We can see her after we are done here." Kaede answered.
"Momma?" Sango asked. "You mean Kagome?"
"In my dreams, I used to call Kagome my mommy. She's not my real mommy but she took care of me like my real mommy would have." Shippo said.
"That's sweet." Sango smiled.
"You are all descendants of your great ancestors who long ago fought against this evil before." Kaede began.
"Why must we defeat him again?" Miroku asked. "Did we fail last time?"
"No. You succeeded but you didn't kill him. He fled like he always does but he was no longer a threat to the world. He said that one day he would return to finish what he started. He has returned to try and destroy your family Inuyasha."
"My family?" Inuyasha asked.
"When Naraku fled, you and Kagome swore to never let Naraku hurt you again. So Kagome stayed by your side instead of returning to the future like she was supposed to alternating the future to what it is today. None of you are related except of course for you and Sesshomaru but after many years, the DNA that your children carried died off as they went their way and married different people. You two must join forces again and defeat Naraku permanently."
"Wow." Inuyasha blushed bright red. "That's a lot to take in." Inuyasha rubbed the back of his neck.
"It's not so bad Inuyasha." Miroku began. "In fact, maybe this information will help you get closer to Kagome." Miroku nudged him teasingly. Sango hit Miroku on the shoulder playfully and Sesshomaru laughed.
"She doesn't even like me like that. She already told me." Inuyasha said. The group looked at him.
"Looks like the tables have turned slightly." Kaede smiled.
"What do you mean?" Inuyasha asked.
"Back then, Kagome had strong feelings for you but you didn't have feeling for her like you did for my sister Kikyo."
"I don't know who that is."
"She was your first love long ago and she loved you very much but she was a walking corpse. It wasn't until Naraku killed her, you finally accepted Kagome's feelings."
"So, did I even love Kagome?" Inuyasha asked. "I can't believe I did that."
"I do not know. You tell me." Kaede asked with a smile. Inuyasha looked down.
A young woman walked in with a tray of tea. "Hello, Kaede. I brought more tea for your guests."
"Thank you Kikyo."
"Hi." Kikyo said offering Inuyasha tea. Inuyasha and Kikyo stared at each other not looking away from each other.
"Hi I'm Inuyasha."
"It's nice to meet you." Kikyo said. "Would you like to go for a walk with me later?" She asked with a soft smile.
"I would love to but I have to visit my friend in the infirmary who isn't feeling so well." Inuyasha answered.
"I just came from there. The young woman is responding well with the medicine. She'll be fine." Kikyo said.
"Oh. Well in that case, I'll see you outside." Inuyasha responded.
"Great." Kikyo said walking out.
"Inuyasha? How dare you?" Sango said standing up.
"What?" Inuyasha asked.
"How can you do that to Kagome?" Sango asked.
"She's not my girlfriend Sango."
"That's not the point. Kagome risked her life protecting you and you're going off with some hussy you just met?" Sango said standing up.
"Hey, do not call Kikyo that." Inuyasha stood up facing Sango. "I risked my life for Kagome as well. Someone is interested in me and I would like to get to know her better! Inuyasha said walking out the room.
"The nerve of that guy!" Sango said leaving the room as well.
"Looks as if history will repeat itself once more." Kaede said shaking her head.
"What do you mean Miss Kaede?" Miroku asked.
"The young demon slayer used to be upset when Inuyasha ran after my sister so long ago because it hurt Kagome. Now he is doing the same."
"Kikyo is your sister today?" Sesshomaru asked.
"No, she is my young cousin is all but we were sisters long ago and she didn't like Kagome long ago. She used to try and kill her for taking Inuyasha's heart but Kagome was much smarter and stronger." Kaede said.
"Well no disrespect to you personally Lady Kaede, but your cousin is beginning to get on my nerves. She should wait and let Inuyasha see Kagome before they go off together. It's rude." Rin said standing up and walking out.
Miroku and Sesshomaru stared at each other then at Kaede.
"Do not worry boys. This is only the beginning. Once the memories start to return to all of you, maybe you will be able to stop each other from repeating the same mistakes. I know Inuyasha can be hot headed at times." Kaede said.
"Lady Kaede, will we remember all of our memories?" Miroku asked.
"No, just the ones that need to be remembered. The past is the past and must rest and not be disturbed otherwise, the future can change all over again and it may not be good next time. This is your only chance."
"Thank you for the hospitality, we would like to see our friend now." Sesshomaru said standing. Miroku and Kaede stood up as well.
"Can I see her too?" Shippo asked.
"Of course." Sesshomaru answered.
When they entered, Sango and Rin were standing beside Kagome's bed. Shippo jumped on Sesshomaru's shoulder and looked at Kagome.
"Wow, she's beautiful." Shippo said.
As if on cue, Kagome's eyes opened and stared at Shippo. "Hi, you must be Shippo." She smiled. Shippo nodded nervously. "I had dreams about you." Kagome began.
"I had dreams about you too." Shippo said.
Kagome smiled making her eyes glassy. "You used to call me momma." Shippo held in his breath and nodded stiffly. "I used to call you my son." Kagome added. Shippo only nodded. Kagome extended her arms to him. "It's good to see you again Shippo." Kagome's eyes watered. Shippo let a few tears fall and jumped on Kagome giving her a tight hug. Kagome returned his hug. (A/N: I wanted to make a little moment between the two. They're so cute!)
"Feeling better Kagome?" Sesshomaru asked.
"Yes." She smiled. "Where is Inuyasha?"
"He's taking a walk with some new girl he just met. Whatever, he's a jerk for not coming in here." Sango said, her voice obviously filled with aggravation.
"He's with Kikyo again, isn't he?" Kagome asked sadly.
Sango looked at Kagome confused. "They just met Kagome."
"They know each other from the past though." Kagome said. "I saw them together. More than once." Kagome said quietly. It was there that everyone knew where her feeling are for Inuyasha and he was being taken from her again by the person who looks just like her. At that moment, they were all sympathetic to her. "You're Kaede." Kagome pointed out. "I feel so connected to this place."
"It was here where you so long ago came to the feudal era and freed Inuyasha from the sacred tree. The Sacred tree itself gave you strength and peace." Kaede said.
"So this place sctually has a tree here that is sacred?" Miroku asked.
"Let me show you." Kaede said. Sesshomaru helped Kagome out of her bed and helped her keep balance as she walked. They followed Kaede outside to the tree. "This is the Sacred Tree."
"Wow." Kagome whispered walking toward the tree. She placed her hand where it was chipped right on the center and froze. She saw Inuyasha pinned there with an arrow lodged in his chest. He looked so peaceful and asleep. Kagome then saw that he was pinned there by Kikyo and she felt his heart break thinking of Kikyo betraying him. Kagome withdrew her hand from the tree as if she was in pain and tugged at Sesshomaru's shirt.
"Are you alright?" he asked.
"Yeah. I just saw something I didn't want to see." Kagome answered.
"It was when I pinned Inuyasha right?" They all heard Kikyo say behind them. Inuyasha stood right next to her. Kagome knew that she and Inuyasha were in no way together yet she felt hurt when she saw him stand next to Kikyo.
"Kagome, are you feeling better?" Inuyasha asked worriedly.
Kagome forced a smile. "Yes, thank you. And you're right Kikyo, it was you pinning Inuyasha."
"It broke my heart when I saw it. Inuyasha and I loved each other and that horrible demon tricked us into thinking we betrayed each other." Kikyo said sadly. "But, we know that it won't happen again. We will make things right this time." Kikyo said taking hold of Inuyasha's arm.
Kagome looked away trying to hide the hurt and fought the tears she knew wanted to come out. "I wish you two the best of luck then. You deserve the best after what you both went through because of Naraku."
"Thank you." Kikyo said softly. She tugged at Inuyasha's arm to follow her. Inuyasha was sad at what Kagome said but turned and followed Kikyo.
When the two left, everyone stared at Kagome. "Kagome, you're a terrible liar. Why didn't you tell him?" Sango asked.
"It was his first love Sango. I can't compete with that." Kagome said softly.
"You should have said it sooner." Sango said.
"It would have been more painful to watch him go with her if I said anything sooner." Kagome said letting a tear fall. "I can't be with him."
The group began to pack and get ready to head back but with more company in the car. Sesshomaru was going to drive and Lady Kaede would sit next to him in the front seat. Sango would sit on Miroku's lap, Shippo on Kaede's lap, Kagome on Rin's lap, and Kikyo on Inuyasha's lap. It was a long drive but they all managed to get by without any problem except taking turns on who sits on who. Kagome stayed silent the whole way even if she was uncomfortable. Sango didn't like it one bit and she blamed Inuyasha and Kikyo for it. By the time they arrived at the apartment, they were all in better moods.
"Lade Kaede, you can sleep on my bed. Kikyo, you and I will sleep on Kagome's bed and Kagome will share beds with Sango and Shippo, you can sleep either with the guys or with us. Your choice." Rin said. Everyone agreed on the sleeping arrangements. "I'll go prepare dinner while you all get settled."
"I'll help." Sango said. When Sango was sure she was alone with Rin, she spoke. "How could you bunk with that girl, Rin? She's going to make a living hell for Kagome as long as she's here." She whispered frustratingly.
"Listen, I didn't like the way she and Inuyasha treated her back there either ok." Rin said slicing tomatoes. "But right now, whether we like it or not, Kagome is not going to go against her because she knows we need all the help we can get to defeat Naraku." Rin whispered frustratingly back. "And we need to be there for Kagome, not complain over Kikyo. And as long as Kikyo isn't causing any harm to Kagome, there will be no problems. So give it a rest and help me with dinner." Rin demanded.
"Fine but I still don't like her." Sango said.
Kagome walked out of her room and went outside to catch some fresh air. She heard the door open and turned to see Inuyasha.
"Inuyasha, what are you doing out here?" Kagome asked.
"I wanted to make sure you were alright. It's dangerous to be out here alone you know." Inuyasha said.
"I really don't think Naraku will be coming tonight." Kagome said.
"You don't know that."
"Then I guess it's a good thing you're out here otherwise no one would know I'm gone." Kagome added.
"Let's go back inside." Inuyasha motioned for Kagome to follow him.
"Not yet. You go though, I'm sure Kikyo's looking for you. I just need some fresh air right now." Kagome said.
"Kagome, are you sure you're alright? Do you have a problem against Kikyo?"
"No not at all. You two seem to like each other so be happy Inuyasha." Inuyasha was surprised listening to Kagome. "That's all I want, is for you to be happy."
"I am happy Kagome." Inuyasha said making Kagome face him. "I've been happy the moment you let me stay by your side. Can't you see that?"
Kagome looked in his eyes and knew that this was her chance. "Listen Inuyasha, I was really scared when Naraku took me away but when you rescued me, I was so happy to be with you again." Kagome began. Inuyasha's heart raced a little and so did Kagome's. "I never in my life been that scared before even with my abusive past. It wasn't until you saved me, I realized that I want you to always be at my side to hold me like you did reassuring me that I'm safe."
"I'll always be at your side when you need me Kagome." He said taking her hands into his.
"I do need you Inuyasha." Kagome said.
"What?"
"Uh.. by my side I mean. I want you to be the one to protect me." Kagome said leaning close to him. Inuyasha followed her until Kikyo burst through the door. They immediately separated.
"Inuyasha, there you are." Kikyo said jumping into a hug. "I was looking for you. Come on, dinner is ready." Kikyo said dragging Inuyasha inside. "Don't stay out too late Kagome." She said closing the door behind her and Inuyasha. Kagome sighed and leaned against the rail. She stood up straight and walked back inside.
A week passed and it was Thursday. The entire school was excited that there was no school tomorrow and there was a school break that lasted a week. Sesshomaru was walking toward the parking lot until he tripped on a stick. He quickly caught his balance and looked down at the stick he tripped on. He picked it up and looked at the stick. It had two wooden heads that reminded Sesshomaru of voodoo rituals.
"Hey!" Sesshomaru turned around facing a little green man. "That's my staff!" He said. Sesshomaru tossed the staff toward the little man and began walking toward the parking structure. "Thank you!" The little man called. "Is there any way I can repay you Sesshomaru?"
Sesshomaru turned and faced the green man. "How do you know my name?"
"My father used to serve your father before they both died. Plus, I've had visions about you and I and the child." Sesshomaru remembered the picture of the little green toad in Sango's book. "Is the child with you?"
"She's not a child anymore." Sesshomaru said. "What is your name?"
"I'm Jaken My Lord."
"Do you know why we found each other?" Sesshomaru asked.
"The Great Evil has returned and you need all the help you can get."
"If you're not doing anything right now, I would be happy to introduce you to my friends. I'm going to meet with them right now."
"I would follow you wherever you need me to go My Lord but I have transportation I would like for you meet." Jaken said walking behind the parking structure. Sesshomaru followed absolutely confused out of his mind. "My Lord, this is Ah-Un. A companion within your family for generations." Sesshomaru looked at the two headed beast before him in awe. Sesshomaru placed his hand on Ah-Un and his mind flashed to a scene where he walked with Jaken behind him and Rin skipping in front of him and Ah-Un walking behind him. Sesshomaru withdrew his hand and stared at Ah-Un.
"It's been long old friend." Sesshomaru said quietly. His phone began to ring and Sesshomaru answered it knowing it was Rin. "Hey Rin...Yeah I'm still around...I found a new ride home. Um, I'll be home soon and I'll be bringing some new friends...Okay, bye." Sesshomaru put his phone away and faced Jaken. "Let's go. The sooner you're introduced, the better." Sesshomaru jumped on Ah-Un's back. "Well, are you coming or not?" He told Jaken.
"Oh yes My Lord." Jaken said jumping on Ah-Un.
"Why do you keep calling me that? My name is just Sesshomaru." Ah-Un flew to the air and headed towards Sesshomaru's home.
"You used to be a lord back in the feudal era and it is what I used to call you and what my father used to call your father and it is what I'll call you now Lord Sesshomaru." Jaken explained.
"Whatever floats your boat." Sesshomaru said apathetically. Ah-Un landed next to the apartment and Sesshomaru leaped off. "I'll be right back." He ran up the stairs and into the apartment. Everyone came out to see the creature and meet Jaken. They all surrounded Ah-Un.
"Wow Sesshomaru, this two headed dragon is yours?" Rin asked.
"Yup. And this is Jaken."
"Hello everyone, it is very nice to meet you all." Jaken greeted. "I am Lord Sesshomaru's most humble servant."
"Servant?" Inuyasha asked.
"Yeah, he won't stop calling me that. Anyway, they are going to help us defeat Naraku." Sesshomaru.
"This creature is remarkable." Kikyo said approaching Ah-Un. "He looks ancient."
"That is correct Kikyo, he has survived all these centuries to help us once again." Kaede added.
"Lord Sesshomaru was right, you are not a little girl anymore." Jaken said glancing at Rin up and down. Rin giggled.
"Hey she may not be little anymore but that doesn't mean she's single." Sesshomaru said stepping in front of Rin. Rin and the girls giggled.
"Okay, okay." Jaken said.
"Well food is prepared everyone, we should all go inside and eat. You are welcomed to join us Jaken." Kikyo said.
"I would be delighted." Jaken followed them inside.
After eating, everyone sat around the living room talking about anything. Kagome looked at Kikyo cuddling with Inuyasha. 'I should be happy for him anyway. I have to stay happy though, for the sake of the jewel. Still, I can't help but feel this way. He loved her so much all those centuries ago and she loved him, and today, their love still carries on strongly, and I'm still here watching them. I look just like her but it's as if she's the better half. I have no place in his heart.' Kagome thought sadly.
It was the night of the new moon and everyone was used to seeing Inuyasha in his human form. Everyone was still around the living room when Inuyasha went into his room to dress in his pajamas. He heard a noise out his window and turned around. He walked toward the window and opened it. He looked out to the night sky and didn't see anything. 'It suck being human.' He thought. He couldn't sense anything. What he didn't realize is that the group in the living room felt a heavy aura. They all ran to the room trying to open it but it was locked. Inuyasha was about to open it but Naraku appeared in the room behind Inuyasha.
"Always so vulnerable as a human." Naraku's voice sent shivers up Inuyasha's spine. He quickly turned around only to feel immense pain.
On the other side of the door, all the group heard was Inuyasha's soaring yell of pain. Sesshomaru instantly kicked the door open and saw Inuyasha's body covered in blood and the opened window. He knelt in front of Inuyasha lifting his head slowly. Miroku looked out the window and knew it was Naraku. Miroku punched the wall in fury as tears slid down his cheeks. Sesshomaru was sobbing placing his forehead on Inuyasha's forehead. Kagome ran in the room but was pushed by Kikyo as she ran in crying holding Inuyasha's hand. Rin and Sango held each other trying to cover their eyes of the bloody sight. Kaede covered Shippo's eyes and Jaken stayed by her side. Kagome was in the back and sadness consumed her.
"I'm sorry." Sesshomaru cried softly still holding onto Inuyasha. "I left you at your most vulnerable." Sesshomaru's mind went blank and he knew he was having another vision. He was standing behind his father who wouldn't look at him. He saw more visions of himself attacking Inuyasha with all his might. Then he was standing behind his father again only to hear, "Have you no one to protect Sesshomaru?" Instantly, Sesshomaru awoke back still clutching onto Inuyasha. "Father." He began to say aloud ignoring the fact that everyone was there and listening to him. "I don't know what mistakes I made then." He said as he continued to sob. Everyone felt sympathetic towards him. "I may have tried killing him long ago ... but not now." Kaede listened to his words. She knew he had a vision. "I don't know... if that was really you... trying to tell me something today...but I do have someone to protect. But I failed to protect him. I'm sorry." Sesshomaru cried silently into Inuyasha's shirt. All anyone heard were his silent sobs.
Sesshomaru's body had a small glow of gold surrounding him. Everyone gasped and it was when Sesshomaru opened his eyes. He began to glow brighter with gold. He stood up and felt his arm heavy. He looked at his right arm and saw the golden glow move toward his right hand until he wasn't glowing anymore except his right hand. The light formed into a long extended shape. When the gold light disappeared, a sword was placed within his grasp.
"It's the Tenseiga." Sesshomaru whispered in awe. Everyone stared at the sword amazed that it looked like Inuyasha's. It looked like a fang but it wasn't nearly as large as Inuyasha's sword. The sword began to shake. Sesshomaru looked down at Inuyasha's body and saw the soul reapers chaining Inuyasha's body. Sesshomaru swiped his sword and killed the little reapers. He saw the chains break from Inuyasha. He sheathed his sword and awaited for a response. Inuyasha's eyes began to stir open. Sesshomaru knelt in front of Inuyasha along with everyone else. He was still covered in blood but there were no wounds on him anymore. He opened his eyes and looked at everyone with a smile.
"What happened?" Inuyasha asked. Sesshomaru and Miroku hugged him. "I thought I died." Inuyasha said.
"You did." Sesshomaru said softly. "But you came back." They helped Inuyasha up only to be tackled by Kikyo's hug.
"I was so scared!" Kikyo cried.
Inuyasha looked at Kagome standing by the door with a smile on her face and tears rolling down her cheeks softly. Inuyasha let go of Kikyo and walked toward Kagome.
"I'm so happy you're alright." Kagome said.
Inuyasha hugged her tightly and Kagome embraced him back.
"Do you always worry about others?" He asked.
"So far, it's just been you." Kagome giggled. Inuyasha smiled.
"FOOLS!" The group heard the loud yell. They ran outside to see Naraku in the air. "You will perish beneath me!" Naraku charged at Sesshomaru. Sesshomaru unsheathed his Tenseiga and placed it in front of him. Naraku charged but he was sent back by the sword. The sword protected Sesshomaru from the blast but he was pushed back by it's strength hitting Inuyasha behind him. Kikyo used her bows purifying Naraku's tentacles. Naraku regenerated and attacked Kikyo who slammed against a wall. He then went after Kagome but was blocked by Sango taking a bad hit from him. Naraku charged at Sango this time but was pushed to the side by Miroku. Naraku went up high in the air and sent a large amount of miasma toward the group.
Miroku was pissed off. He was already mad that Narakau killed Inuyasha and grew even more enraged when he came back to try and finish them all off. Miroku placed his hand in the air not even looking up. He began to pray hoping his father could hear him. Sango watched Miroku wondering what he was doing. Miroku's hand glowed brightly and slammed whatever was in his hands to the floor. Energy covered the floor and the apartment purifying the miasma. Miroku's energy hit Naraku purifying his evil causing him to burn. Once again, Naraku fled. The energy returned to Miroku's hand in a sutra. He walked to the door of the apartment and placed the sutra on the door. Sango looked at Miroku who now held a gold staff in his hands. 'It's the staff from my book.' She thought. Miroku looked at her with a faint smile. Sango ran to hug him and kissed him passionately. Miroku smiled and walked toward his brothers.
"Are you guys okay?"
"How did you do that Miroku? That was bad ass!" Inuyasha said standing up.
"That was impressive Miroku, you could have killed Naraku." Sesshomaru said standing.
"Then the only thing we need to figure out is how to keep him in one place without fleeing." Miroku said.
"Alright everyone, let's go inside and heal your wounds. Then we'll get some sleep." Kaede said.
"What are you talking about old bag! We should go and look for Naraku right now and finish him off." Inuyasha said. Kikyo smacked him across the arm.
"But you're still a human Inuyasha." Shippo said. Inuyasha looked at his black hair and sighed frustratingly.
"Alright fine, we'll look for him tomorrow." Inuyasha said walking in the apartment.
Kaede tended to to Sesshomaru's wounds while Rin attended to Kikyo's wounds and Kagome to Inuyasha's wounds in the living room. Jaken stayed in the living room with Shippo playing video games to pass the hour. Sango entered Miroku's room and saw him putting a shirt on.
"Hey." She said softly.
"Hey." Miroku smiled.
"Can you rub this ointment on my back? Everyone's hands are busy and the wound is starting to burn." She asked with a blush.
"Sure." Miroku said softly. "Lay down on your stomach and lift your shirt up a little." Sango did so making Miroku realize that the burn on her back was aligned with her spine. "Sango, I don't mean to worry you at all but you are going to have to take your shirt off. The burn is centered on your spine which is why it's hurting you so much. The skin is very delicate around the spine.
"Should I be worried?" Sango asked sitting up on the bed.
"No not all. The burn doesn't look so bad. It will just make your skin pink around that area but it will return to its original color within a few weeks. As long as you continue to put this ointment on it everyday." Miroku said reassuring her. (A/N: Is there such a thing as a perverted gentlemen? If there is, Miroku is it right now hahahaha.)
"Alright then." Sango said turning her back on Miroku. She took her shirt off and laid on the bed again.
Miroku rubbed the lotion on the burn making Sango wince. "Sorry, too rough?"
Sango giggled. "Just a little. I'm not feeling it much now. It's kind of like numbing the pain."
"Oh good, I'm doing a good job then." Miroku smiled. Sango giggled again.
"Thanks for saving me back there." Sango said.
"It's alright Sango. You don't have to thank me." Miroku smiled.
"He almost killed me and you saved me. You definitely earn a thank you."
"Well consider it a payed debt. You opened up your home to me and I'm grateful for it everyday."
"I don't want you to pay me back for any of it though." Sango said sitting up but with her back still facing Miroku. Miroku turned his face to the side. "I just want you to be happy. Make a life for your own without paying me back for it."
Miroku looked at Sango. He rested his head on her back. "I am happy here. I'm happy because you're here. It's where I always want to be." He said placing a small kiss on her shoulder.
"You're happy because I'm here?" Sango asked confused. "What if I don't want you here?" Sango asked cautiously.
Miroku placed a kiss on Sango's neck. "Then I'll leave."
"Why?"
Miroku turned Sango to face him. Sango blushed but Miroku looked in her eyes. "Because I love you Sango. I would do anything you want me to do."
Sango's eyes widened and her heart beat sped up. She smiled trying to stay calm but inside, she was jumping in joy. "I love you too." Miroku smiled and kissed Sango passionately. Sango returned his kiss and she let him lean her back on the bed.
"So where am I sleeping?" Jaken asked.
"You'll be sleeping with us in our room." Sesshomaru said. "You can go in and leave your stuff there if you like. It's the third door on the left."
Jaken walked down the hallway and was about to open the door. He quickly stopped himself and placed his ear against the door. He walked back down the hallway with his stuff in his hands.
"Got lost or something?" Inuyasha asked.
"No I found the door I just didn't want to go inside." Jaken said. "I'll sleep on the couch tonight and you two might have to as well."
"Why?" Sesshomaru asked.
"Because I can hear your other brother and his girlfriend making love noises in there."
"What?" Sesshomaru asked.
"You have demon ears, can't you hear them?" Jaken asked. Sesshomaru stood quiet and looked at Inuyasha. Inuyasha made a look like 'no way'. Rin and Kagome started laughing and Shippo was confused. Sesshomaru and Inuyasha ran toward their room and tried opening the door realizing it was locked.
"Miroku?" Sesshomaru said while he and Inuyasha banged on the door. "Come on Miroku, you're doing this right now?"
"We're all injured and we need beds to rest our injured bodies you asshole!" Inuyasha yelled banging on the door.
"It's my room tonight guys!" They heard Miroku say from inside the room.
"Come on man, open up!" Sesshomaru yelled banging on the door.
"Open up asshole!" Inuyasha yelled joining Sesshomaru.
"Fuck off!" They heard Miroku say.
The boys walked back into the kitchen seeing Rin and Kagome laughing hysterically, Jaken smirking, Shippo playing video games and Kikyo giggling softly.
"This is so unfair." Inuyasha pouted walking over to Shippo joining him in playing video games. Sesshomaru joined Inuyasha and Shippo making the girls laugh more.
Kaede rolled her eyes amusingly. "I wonder what tomorrow will be like." She said with amusement in her voice.
That was a long chapter! I don't think I've ever written one that long before. Well there you go guys. I promised another chapter as soon as possible and here you go. I had no class today and I thought if I extended this chapter, you guys will continue to read and review. I hoped you liked it! I'll continue to update as quickly as possible instead of you guys having to wait for a week. Till next time! :D