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A few months passed by comfortably and Kagome felt settled into her new role. She felt so much happier than she’d been in a long time, enough to rarely think about what brought her there in first place. Being a Lady in Waiting came with responsibilities, but Rin never felt like work. If anything, Kagome treated her like her own daughter or thought of her as the little sister she never had. Maybe even a bit too comfortable... If she wasn’t with Rin, she was with Inuyasha. They talked a lot and a crush had developed. She could tell he liked her too, but they both knew it wouldn’t work because he believed she was just a servant, and he was already spoken for. So, Kagome did her best to push away those sadder feelings and focus on the positives. She was in a safe environment, happy, and living freer than ever. It wasn’t worth stressing over.

“Where’s Rin?” Inuyasha asked Kagome when he found her sitting in the garden alone at mid-morning.

“Oh, hello Inuyasha.” Kagome looked up from her book. “This morning Rin decided to go with her mother to the neighboring city for shopping. They told me I didn’t need to accompany them, kind of like a mother, daughter fun day, I assume.”

“So that means you’re free right now?”

“I guess you could say that,” she chuckled. “They’ll probably be back around dinner time.”

“In that case, would you like to join me for a horseback ride? You haven’t had a lot of chances to see the surrounding areas, right?”

“No, I haven’t. But I guess Buyo wouldn’t mind getting out of the stable either. He hasn’t been worked much lately since I’d arrived.”

“Then it’s settled.” Inuyasha held out a hand to help her to her feet. “We can grab some lunch from the market before heading out.”

Within the hour, the pair were on horseback trotting along the road that led away from the castle city. There were a few areas close by that Inuyasha thought Kagome would enjoy seeing. For him it was days like this when he could forget that he was a Prince and just enjoy life. The woman had truly brought out a new side of him and it wasn’t going unnoticed, but so far, the palaces gossip mill didn’t dare to make it publicly known. It had steadily grown harder and harder to remember life before Kagome’s arrival and Inuyasha didn’t want to think about the day he’d have to leave her behind for some Princess he didn’t even know. Ugh! Before Kagome, he’d accepted his fate subserviently to his fathers will, but now, the frustration grew like a weed in his heart. He’d rather die alone at home, in the castle with Kagome around then be married in an unfamiliar kingdom on a loveless throne.

“Where’s Miroku?” Kagome asked after some time. “Isn’t he supposed to be with you when you leave the castle?”

“Yeah…” Inuyasha smirked with a glint in his eye. “But I ditched him. He’s probably still looking for me,” he laughed. “Wouldn’t want a third wheel when I’m with you.”

The comment brought a blush to Kagome’s cheeks as the man’s tone hinted more than an innocent rambling. “Oh…” she ducked her head in embarrassment. “It is nicer without anyone else around. So, um, where are we going?”

“There’s a pond,” Inuyasha pointed in a general direction. “It’s not much farther, with a small waterfall where we can relax and eat our lunch.”

“That does sound really nice! I’ve never seen a waterfall before,” she sheepishly admitted.

“Wow… you really haven’t seen much, have you?”

“Let’s just say I was… sheltered for most of my life.”

“Because you’re a girl?”

“Yeah, they wouldn’t let me go anywhere by myself.”

“I see. So, after they passed away you decided to do the opposite?”

“I know it’s odd for a woman to travel alone, but I didn’t have anyone to turn to and I just… needed to get away.”

Inuyasha leaned back a little in his saddle using his legs to steady himself. “I can completely understand that. Everyone wondered why I used to be so irritable before Rin came along. She gave me a reason to stick around, but I really don’t enjoy being a prince.”

“You don’t?” Kagome spoke slowly to hide the tremble in her tone. It was nice to hear someone else unhappy with that kind of life.

He shook his head. “So many rules and traditions to follow. Everyone thinks our life is easy but the pressures… and being told what to do, being watched constantly— I hate it and then the whole arrangement—… never mind.” His ears folded back as he glanced skyward. “What I wouldn’t give to be free from all of it.” He turned to look at her. “Like you— oi, did I say something wrong?” Inuyasha questioned when he saw the moisture filling Kagome eyes.

“No, no,” she shook her head and smiled. “I get it. Freedom to choose how we’ll live our lives is just, such a wonderful thing.”

Ever have a sense of connection while time stood still? Just for moment as the pair trotted side by side, their eyes holding a gaze like the world could fall away at any moment, but it wouldn’t be noticed. Inuyasha didn’t know how, and despite coming from such different worlds this woman… he knew she spoke the truth. She was feeling the same longing emotions as he was, the same which had driven her to leave home. What a strength to possess in standing up to traditions! Inuyasha let out a held breath. Kagome truly was one of those once in a lifetime meeting, he’ll never find again. If only…

Inuyasha snapped out of the daydream when he realized they’d reached their destination. “F-follow me, it’s right through this tree line.”

He led them through a thicket of trees with the sounds of moving water guiding him towards the source. This hidden gem was easy to miss from the road, but it made for a perfect hideaway. Inuyasha would sometimes slip away from the castle and go there whenever he was upset. Not even Miroku knew about it and the prince wanted to keep it that way for as long as possible. They tethered the horses near the water on a patch of grass, before finding a flat rock outcropping to sit down. Inuyasha then laid out a blanket he’d brought, and Kagome unpacked a travel basket of food.

“This really is a beautiful place,” Kagome commented. “Thank you for showing it to me.”

“You’re welcome. I’m just glad you like it.”

Kagome stretched out her legs and held herself up with her arms behind her relaxing and listening to the sounds around her. The pond was maybe four or five horse lengths from one side to the other, with a short waterfall that fed the pond, but it had no visible outlet. Perhaps it was connected to an underground stream that came out elsewhere. Not that she cared about such details. What mattered was the serenity of the area, so calming, soothing, the gentle rumbles of the waterfall, the birds in the trees, even the frogs croaking, or water bugs buzzing around in a strangely harmonious cacophony. As they ate their lunch amidst this entertainment, she couldn’t help but think about coming back here again.

“I bet Rin would love this place,” Kagome sighed in contentment.

“She probably would, if I was willing to share it with anyone else.”

She turned her head and was about to respond when she realized what Inuyasha was insinuating. “Oh… so no one else knows about this place?”

Inuyasha shook his head no. “Just me and you. Only special people allowed,” he smiled.

As she adjusted her body to sit up, Kagome’s voice quieted with hopeful undertones. “You think… I’m special?”

“Kagome, look at the effect you’ve had on my entire family. Rin loves you. My parents think you’re great, even Kagura likes you and that says a lot. It’s pretty clear that you’re a very special person.”

“Ah, I see,” Kagome breathed out a sigh mixed with relief as well as disappointment. “Everyone has been very nice to me, and I’m blessed to have been so accepted.”

Inuyasha didn’t respond immediately and when Kagome glanced up to look at him, she noticed he was staring at the water with a serious, almost pained expression. His brows were slightly furrowed, and jaw tightened. Should she say something? Maybe he was thinking and wouldn’t want to be interrupted. Minutes ticked by, but the prince kept his eyes trained on the water. So, Kagome pulled her knees up and rested her arms on them to wait, letting the scenery pull her back into a daydream.

It frustrated Inuyasha that he kept having to reign in his emotions like this. He wanted to just tell her the truth, not cover it up with truthful lies. His family did love her, just not in the way he was beginning to. She was special to him, but it would be wrong to lead her on when there was no hope of developing anything more. He’d do anything to make her happy and feel special every single day for the rest of her life. Finally, after several awkward minutes, he spoke up. “Someone like you deserves the world Kagome, and if I could give it to you, I would.”

The comment made Kagome’s heart melt, for she knew those words were coming from his own. Now she understood the turmoil lying just below the surface but appreciated Inuyasha trying to keep things platonic for both their sakes. She smiled softly as she fidgeted with her fingers. “I know you would, Inuyasha, and I’d do the same for you if I could. These past few months have made me happier than any other time in my life, but even if this is all I get, I’ll still cherish the memories.”

Inuyasha let out a drawn-out exhale, his head hung, and ears drooped. “And I still wish things could be different. Fate sucks sometimes.”

Kagome surprised him by reaching over and placing her hand over his. “Let’s focus on the good stuff while we can.” She genuinely smiled although behind it there was a hint of sadness to it. “At least we got to meet each other, and we get to enjoy moments like this one. That’s something no one can ever take away from us.”

He flipped his hand over and took hold of hers, giving it a small squeeze. “I don’t know how you do it,” Inuyasha chuckled quietly. “But I know you’re right. For you, I’ll hold out hope that things will work out the way they’re supposed to.” And he meant it. Anything to keep a smile on Kagome’s face.

Once Inuyasha noticed the sun had moved halfway towards the horizon, they decided it was time to head back to the palace. The pair trotted out of the tree line but pushed the horses into a light gallop after making it back to the main road. It was fun, albeit disruptive to Kagome’s hair as it came undone and flowed behind her. Inuyasha had to hold back his admiration because she simply looked breathtaking like that. They slowed down as they neared the castle gate and he instantly saw a very annoyed Miroku standing next to his horse waiting for them.

“Where the hell have you been!” Miroku flailed his hands at the prince. “Are you trying to get me in trouble?!”

Refusing to acknowledge the man’s tirade, Inuyasha just rolled his eyes. “What’s the big deal. Did my dad come looking for me or something?”

“No—”

Inuyasha cut him off. “Then where’s the fire? What’s got you so damn riled up?”

“Because it was only a matter of time. And what are you doing with Ms. Tanaka?” Miroku questioned with an accusatory tone.

“Look, she hasn’t seen much more than the castle, so I took her out riding. Nothing wrong with that, so don’t be projecting your sick perverted mind on me,” Inuyasha growled back. “Now are you done grilling me cause we’d like to be on our way.”

“One more thing.” Miroku moved closer so he could keep his voice low. “A visiting King from a small kingdom will be here by dinner time, so your father may call on you to greet the guest.”

“What king?”

“Naraku, from the Komorigumo kingdom.”

“The creepy one?”

“Yeah, that one. He’s supposedly just passing through for the night on his way to the coastal port city and stopped out of respect.”

“I never did trust that guy.”

“Neither does your father, so that’s why he’ll probably ask you to greet him and keep an eye on him.”

“Alright… thanks,” Inuyasha mumbled. “Now if you don’t mind?”

“Not at all.” Miroku then winked at Kagome. “Ma’am.”

“Mr. Hoshii,” she nodded her head.

“Okay, okay, that’s enough,” Inuyasha grumped and drove his horse forward. “We should get inside.”

“Okay,” Kagome responded and followed along.

After putting away their horses, the pair parted ways. Kagome went straight to her room to freshen up before Rin arrived home and Inuyasha went looking for his father. He wanted to find out if there was more to this visit than Miroku had known about, because King Naraku had a sullen and untrustworthy reputation. It was customary for visiting guests to stay in the palace, but Inuyasha wondered if they should increase the guards or put them on alert for mischief. He found the Inutaisho in his war room, but after several questions, Naraku’s visit appeared to be for a benign reason, just like Miroku stated. But he still didn’t trust the man.

“Fine,” Inutaisho acquiesced. “I’m not increasing the guards but have them instructed to watch for anything suspicious or unusual and to notify you immediately if they come across something.”

“Thanks, I’ll make sure it’s done. Oh, will Naraku be at dinner?”

“Yes.”

“Make sure he’s on the opposite side of the table from Ms. Tanaka. Wouldn’t want him making her uncomfortable.”

“Inuyasha, I still think you’re being paranoid.”

“Better paranoid and be wrong, then miss something and bad things happen.”

Inutaisho laughed. “I guess I can’t fault that logic too much. See you at dinner son.”

With Miroku’s help, the palace guards and staff were put on notice under the guise of simply being on the alert with such a high-profile guest at the palace. When King Naraku arrived shortly before dinner, Inuyasha merely watched from the dining room doorway as his father and brother greeted the fellow king. His concern was intercepting Rin and Kagome as they arrived for dinner to make sure they avoided contact.

“Uncle Inu!” Rin bounced up and hugged him.

He picked her up, holding her with one arm. “Did you have fun shopping?”

“Yeah! I got some pretty new dresses!”

“That’s awesome,” Inuyasha smiled. “And good evening Ms. Tanaka.”

“Good evening, your highness.”

“Due to a guest, the normal seating has been slightly rearranged,” he gestured for her to follow him. “I’ll show you both to your seats.”

“That’s kind of you,” Kagome smiled and did as she was told.

As the trio walked through the dining room. Inuyasha kept his side gaze trained on Naraku to see how he would react to an unfamiliar face. The man was already seated next to his father and brother chatting, but clearly aware of their entrance. For just a brief second Inuyasha swore Naraku was staring hard at Kagome but caught himself quickly once he saw Inuyasha looking in his direction and pretended not to notice Kagome at all. ‘Weird,’ Inuyasha thought to himself. With human curiosity it’s normal to react to a new face, but not to ignore, especially a pretty one like Naraku had just done. He knew he couldn’t say anything out loud about it, so he just stayed observant.

The rest of dinner went without incident until the Inutaisho invited Naraku to join he and Sesshomaru in another room for more official business. Inuyasha watched carefully as the three men left the room, but just outside of the door and his hearing, he saw Naraku stop his personal guard and whisper something in the man’s ear. The guard then glanced back at the dining table where the rest of them were still seated, and yet again he could have sworn the men were looking at Kagome!

Inuyasha leaned over and whispered to Kagome. “Once you put Rin to bed, stay in your room and keep the door locked.”

“Is something wrong?” She whispered back. “Is it because of who you and Miroku was talking about earlier?”

“Yeah. I’m probably just being paranoid, but he just gives me really bad vibes.”

“O-Okay. Sure, I’ll just stay in my room reading.”

“Good.”

The following morning, Inuyasha woke up early to watch Naraku and his entourage leave. According to Miroku, no incidents were noticed, so he could breathe a sigh of relief. Perhaps he had been a little paranoid… that is until his father mentioned something. Naraku had asked the Inutaisho about Kagome before leaving. Inuyasha’s father assured his son that it was just an innocent question since Rin had a different attendant the last time the foreign king had visited. Innocent or not, why would Naraku care about a servant? Inuyasha chalked it up to the fact Kagome was a beautiful woman, so it must have just gained that kings attention. But since nothing more came from it, he filed it away in the back of his mind for future reference.

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petri808 · 6 years

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@inuvember Day 23 Rivalry First submission

‘I just had a feeling that he had seen her again, snuck off while I had gone back to my world. Miroku and Sango couldn’t confirm it, though he had disappeared for a short time, just a few minutes when they didn’t know where he was. Why was I suspicious, because when I asked what he’d been up to while I was away he couldn’t look me in the eye… That was usually his telltale sign. Fine. Since I can’t be positive about it, I don’t want to come right out and accuse him; but let’s just see how he likes it next time the tables are turned…’

The sun had just reached mid sky when the five travelling companions came across the perfect spot to rest for a spell. After searching for Naraku’s castle for almost a week with no luck, they are tired, weary, and in need of a break and a shimmering pond with a small waterfall would make for a perfect place to bathe with a flat open area under a few trees to sleep.

As Miroku and Shippo work on a campfire, Inuyasha goes off to hunt for dinner. Meanwhile the girls take the opportunity to freshen up. After gathering their soaps and wash cloths, Kagome hands Sango something. “Here, I’m tired of the guys trying to peak and I assume you are too, so I got this for you.”

“What is it?” Sango asks as she takes the item from Kagome and holds it up to look at.

“We call it a bikini in my world. It’ll cover up your…” she motions to their chests and lower, “…but leaves the rest of your body exposed. That way if they peek, they won’t see as much.”

Sango tries to make sense of what she only sees as strips of fabric attached to some strings. “That, sounds great,” turning the items in her hand, “but how does it work?”

Kagome chuckles, “Don’t worry, I’ll help you put it on.”

After putting on her own, Kagome helps Sango with the bikini. “Huh, when I just hold it, it makes no sense to me.” Sango twists her body to look at herself. “But now that it’s on me, I can understand what you were saying.”

“Yup, now they can peek all they want but they’ll be disappointed.” Kagome giggles.

“I must say… this is cute.”

“It’s made to get wet so it dries quicker than regular fabric, and it’s easy to pack up since it’s so little fabric.” Kagome pauses before whispering to Sango, “Speaking of peepers.”

Sango hears another rustling sound and nods, “Just ignore them. I’m so in need of a bath already.”

The two girls make the short walk to the waterfall paying no mind to whomever decides to spy on them. They know it’s most likely Miroku and maybe Inuyasha if he’s back from hunting so they just continue with their own conversation.

“You are such a perve Miroku, I don’t know why you’ve dragged me along, again.” Inuyasha grumbles. “I don’t enjoy getting hit by either of the girls if we get caught.

“You can’t tell me you don’t like seeing Kagome naked.” The monk retorts. “Or have you decided to become a Eunuch?”

“Keh!” The Hanyo crosses his arms, “I’m just here to make sure they’re safe.”

“Sure…” Miroku rolls his eyes, “I believe that.” Peering through the bushes, he whines, “Aww!”

“What?!” Inuyasha looks too. “What’s the problem?”

The monk points, “They’re still clothed! Though, by not much…”

Inuyasha snickers, “She got you. Kagome calls it a bathing suit, must have brought one for Sango too.” He slaps his friends shoulder, “Well not much to see now.”

“It’s still plenty to see…” Miroku starts to drool. “Sango looks great in that bathing thing.”

Out of nowhere there is a rush of wind, Inuyasha stops and starts to sniff the air but as he turns in the direction of the scent a fist lands in his face sending him flying out into the open. Leaping to his feet, he growls, “Fucking wolf runt!”

Koga lands right in front of his rival, “I should ask you the same mutt-face!” he sneers, “What the hell you think you’re doing watching my woman try to take a bath, you fucking, pervert!”

“Your woman! Kagome is not your woman! Get it through you head!”

Miroku interjects, “But Koga, how’d you know Kagome was taking a bath… unless you were watching too.”

The wolf Yokai crosses his arms, “I was in the area making sure they were safe and not bothered by anyone.”

“Don’t lie!” Inuyasha snaps at him, “You were watching them too!”

“Even if I was…” he quips, “she’s my woman anyways so I’m allowed to.”

“Why you…!” Inuyasha crouches about to lunge at his rival.

“Osuwari!”

SLAM! “Damn it wench!” he screams as the two women walk up. “Why the hell did you stop me again!”

“Because you don’t need to fight with each other.” She lets Inuyasha stand up but stays between the two males. Ignoring the fuming hanyo, she turns to Koga, “Is it just you here?”

“Ginta and Hakkaku are nearby, why?”

“Would you like to join us for the night, the bigger the group, the safer we’ll be.”

Koga grabs Kagome’s hands placing them between their chests, “For you, of course I’ll stay.”

“Hey!” Inuyasha steps between them. “Stop touching her!” “Kagome, I don’t…”

“They’re staying, Inuyasha, whether you like it or not.” She turns and walks away back to camp, followed my Sango and Miroku.

“Keh!” Inuyasha crosses his arms, “You stay away from Kagome or I’ll…”

“You’ll what?” Koga cuts him off. “Sure, seems like she’s mad at you mutt, what’d you do to irritate her this time?” He grins, “Never mind, if she’s mad at you, it makes things easier for me.”

“Fuck you!” Inuyasha stomps away, leaving the smirking wolf Yokai to saunter behind him. ‘Damn it! Why is she mad at me now?’

While Sango and Kagome make dinner, Sango asks her what that was going on. “Why are you being rude to Inuyasha?”

“He always gets jealous over Koga yet I don’t act like that when I know he’s seen Kikyo. So… I wanna give him a taste of how I feel.”

“Ooh…” Sango giggles, “The feistier Kagome makes her entrance. Should we tell Miroku and Shippo so they’re in on it?”

“Hmm,” Kagome taps her chin, “Yeah, could you?” Sango nods.

“So how far are you gonna push him?”

“Not sure, I’m just gonna roll with whatever happens.” They both start laughing.

“Alright, I’ll go tell the others.” Sango stands up and goes over to their friends.

Seizing the moment, now that Kagome is alone, Koga walks up and sniff the pot. “That smells delicious.” He smiles at her.

“Thank you, Koga, it’s nice when someone appreciates my cooking.” She sends a jeering look at Inuyasha who scoffs and turns away.

He sits beside her, “Well a special woman like you should always be appreciated.” Leaning closer, “You know I’d treasure you like the most precious gem in the world.” He coos.

“More precious than the Shikon no Tama?” she plays along

“More than a hundred of them…” he leans even closer before being yanked back.

“Keep your distance.” Inuyasha snorts at Koga.

But before Koga can respond Kagome stands up glaring at Inuyasha and pulls Koga up with her. “The stew needs to cook for just a little longer, how about you take me on a nice walk Koga? I don’t want to be around such a negative attitude right now. Sango, could you keep an eye on it?” Sango nods and winks at her.

Koga squeezes her hand, “Anything for you.” He grins, “Sorry mutt.”

Inuyasha just stares, gawking at the pair walking away. He can’t believe that she’d ditch him for the wolf!

“Trying to catch flies?”

“Shut up Miroku!”

“You have no idea why she’s irritated with you, do you?”

Pouting, “No.”

“Ever wonder how she feels when you ditch her for Kikyo?”

“I…” Inuyasha starts to stammer, but Miroku just walks away before he can finish to let him ponder it for himself. “It’s not the same thing!” He yells after the monk. But Miroku just shakes his head. ‘It’s not the same…’

“So, where’s Ginta and Hakkaku?” Kagome asks once they are out of ear shot of the campsite.

“Oh, I had told them to patrol until I call them back for dinner. Why do you ask?”

“No special reason, just curious.”

“Tell me Kagome, what is it that you see in mutt-face anyways? You know I could make you happier.”

But she avoids the question. “Koga, could you take me to the top of the waterfall, I bet the view from up there would be lovely.”

“Get on my back.” After Kagome climbs on, Koga grips her legs, “Hold on tight, my love.” She smiles but rolls her eyes as soon as he turns his head. He makes quick work of scaling the cliff face, gently placing her down once they reach the top. She was right, it was a beautiful view.

Sigh… She plops down near the edge so she can look down below, but not too close, she doesn’t want to fall. “It’s so peaceful right now, a nice break from the fighting.”

Koga sits beside her, “Kagome, you didn’t answer my question earlier.”

“I know…” she sighs again. “It’s, complicated.”

“What’s so complicated?” he cocks his head. “It’s not difficult to realize you deserve someone who cares about you and wants to take care of you forever. Someone who’ll make you feel good. Is that what he’ll do for you, cause, I just don’t see it.”

“He cares… but he may not know how to show it. Inuyasha didn’t have the easiest life growing up a Hanyo, shunned from both the human and Yokai worlds. Then there is another reason but I really don’t want to talk about her.”

“Her?”

“Please. Koga, can we just enjoy the view. The sun will be setting soon, and I love the sunsets in this time.”

“Alright.” Realizing he shouldn’t push any further he changes the subject. “Tell me about where you come from and how you actually got here.”

“Well, I come from 500 years in the future…”

Down below just out of sight, Inuyasha glares at the pair sitting on the cliff above. He knows if he were to storm his way up there she’d really get mad so he just watches… and broods. ‘Keh!’ Miroku’s comment is bugging the hell out of him. ‘I’m not ditching her for Kikyo to make her jealous. I made a promise to protect Kikyo and that’s why I go to her…’ ‘You’re lying to yourself.’ ‘Shut up!’ ‘You’re still in love with Kikyo… and you’ve developed feelings for Kagome. That’s why you get so jealous.’ ‘How can I love two people at the same time?’ ‘Because they’re different, they give you different things. But Kikyo is more of an obligation…’ ‘Obligation…’ ‘To your past. You feel guilty for what happened to her.’ ‘Guilty…’ ‘Look at Kagome, Inuyasha she makes you feel happier, you feel content when you’re around her… unlike Kikyo, she’s never asked you to change, has she?’ ‘No…’ He remembers how Kikyo wanted him to be human for her. ‘She loves you for who you are.’ ‘She doesn’t love me.’ ‘Baka, how is it that everyone else sees that but you?!’ ‘But a promise is a promise…’ ‘Do you really want to die? Because that’s what Kikyo wants for you, to die with her.’ Sigh, ‘No.’ ‘Kagome, wants you to live but if you’re gonna stay stubbornly attached to Kikyo, then leave Kagome alone.’ ‘I… can’t do that.’ ‘Baka, then you need to figure out what you really want.’

Koga smells Inuyasha close by and waits for any opportunity to piss him off. Soon enough he gets his wish. As the sky turns shades of copper with purples mixed in, the meeting of night and day, Kagome sighs and leans back a little, “So gorgeous… Where I live, in my world, it rarely gets like this, maybe the air is too dirty.”

“Too dirty?”

“It’s kinda hard to explain. Just put it this way, the air is cleaner now than it will be in the future.”

“Um, okay…” it doesn’t make sense but he doesn’t dwell on it. Kagome shivers as a light breeze starts to descend down from the mountains. “Are you getting cold?” Koga asks her with a concerned tone.

“Just a little.”

“Here…” he scoots back and then pulls her into his lap, wrapping his arms around her upper body. “I can keep you warm…”

Kagome’s face heats up, “I don’t think… this is a good idea…”

“Why?” he leans his head against hers, “I’m just trying to keep you warm.” Grinning, “Seems to be working, you feel hotter already.”

“Koga, I…”

“Shh… I know you’re trying to make mutt-face jealous,” he motions below them, “he’s watching.”

“I see…” she grins. “Thank you,” she whispers.

“Oh, don’t worry,” he tightens his hold, “I’m still gonna try and win you away from him…”

“Fucking Wolf Punk!” Inuyasha roars. ‘Don’t do it!’ his conscious screams, ‘If you go up there and can’t give her what she wants you’ll hurt her!’ “Damn it!!” he breaks the nearest trees… several of them…

“Oh, he is pissed!” Koga laughs, “Just look at him!”

“I’m surprised he’s not here trying to take me away…” There’s a sadness to her voice.

“Hey… Don’t start crying on me…”

“I’m not.”

“Look, he’s obviously affected, probably trying to figure out what to do.”

“You know, it’s kinda weird that you’re helping me to make him jealous.”

“I’m getting my own satisfaction out of it. I mean, look, I’ve got you in my arms right now…”

Exhale, “I think we should go back, dinner should be ready.”

“If that’s what you want.”

She stands up brushing her skirt down, “Yeah…”

Before leaving the cliff, Koga lets out a howl to signal his men to return, then picks Kagome up and takes her back down. But before letting her go he asks, “Do you wanna keep up this charade?”

“Yes.”

“Very well.” He puts his arm around her waist and grins.

By the time they reach camp, his men are there waiting and the others have begun eating so Kagome fixes Koga and his men up with bowls and sits down between them. “Nee-chan, this is really yummy.” Ginta remarks, secondary nods from Hakkaku.

“Thank you,” Kagome smiles at them.

“See boys, I told you she’s perfect, that’s why I picked her.” He puts his arm around her shoulders, “She’ll be the best mate for me.”

Sango giggles and Miroku gives a nod approval. “Aye, I thought the same thing the first time I saw her.” He reminisces, “Perfect child bearing hips…”

“Keh!” Inuyasha clenches his fists. ‘Why the hell are they all being nice to him?! Why are they giving him their approval?!’

“Inuyasha, are you not going to eat?” Asks Shippo, but the frustrated Hanyo just turns his head away trying to ignore the scene. All he wants to do is beat the hell of out Koga!

“Nee-chan, where’d you learn to cook like this?” Asks Hakkaku

“From my mother, back home.”

“Where is home?” Ginta asks

“Kagome is from the future boys, 500 years from now.” Koga responds for her.

“Wow! Nee-chan really is special!” remarks Hakkaku. “But how did you come here?”

“The Shinkon no Tama brought me here.” Responds Kagome with a smile

Ginta tilts his head confused, “Why?”

“Because she is the reincarnation of the last Miko who held the jewel.” Answers Miroku

“Miko?” asks Hakkaku, “Who was that?”

“Inuyasha’s girlfriend.” Kagome responds with a hint of anger mixed with sadness

“Oh…” Hakkaku puts his head down picking up on her tone. “Sorry I asked.”

Sigh, she looks back up and smiles. “It’s okay, I’m okay Hakkaku. I’m still surrounded by friends who care about me so I’m happy.”

“and I plan to keep you happy…” grins Koga as he cups Kagome’s face in his hand.

Unable to watch the displays of affection any further, Inuyasha growls and stomps away into the surrounding forest, muttering under his breath as he breaks another tree.

Exhale, “I don’t know how much longer we can keep this up.” Remarks Sango, “Before he starts ripping up the rest of the forest.

“It all depends on him.” Responds Miroku. “Inuyasha needs to realize how much he’s been hurting Kagome.”

“Why don’t you try talking to him Miroku.” Asks Shippo, “You understand women better than him.”

“Just leave him be.” Kagome stands up and grabs her flashlight. “This is something he needs to decide for himself.” And walks away towards the pond.

Sango turns to Koga, “you should stay with her, to make sure she’s safe out there.”

He nods, “Ginta, Hakkaku stay here with them.”

“Kagome, wait.” Koga calls after her. “It’s not safe for you to wander alone.” He grabs her arm gently when he reaches her.

“I was just going to sit by the pond.”

“I’ll accompany you.”

“You really don’t have to…”

“I won’t take no for an answer.”

Sigh, “Fine…”

“Miroku, I know Kagome doesn’t want you to but you should go talk to Inuyasha.”

“He’s never listened to me before, Sango, what make you think he’ll listen now?”

Sigh, “Just try… We don’t want them to keep fighting.”

“Alright.” Miroku stands up, “But don’t get your hopes up. Inuyasha is as dense as a rock.”

“Inuyasha?” He finds the Hanyo perched in a tree

“Leave me alone Miroku.”

Exhale, “Inuyasha, do you know how she felt now, when you’d ditch her for Kikyo?” but the Hanyo doesn’t respond. “Did you like it when Kagome ditched you for Koga?” Still no response, but Miroku hears a sigh. “Why do you keep going back to Kikyo? Can you at least explain that to me because none of us understand why, not even her sister Kaede?”

“Look, maybe part of me still has feelings for Kikyo… and maybe it’s also because I feel guilty…”

“Inuyasha it wasn’t your fault Kikyo died, that was all Naraku’s doing. Onigumo loved her and that’s why he tried to separate you. And the Kikyo now is just a shell, not a living breathing human anymore.” Exhale. “I can understand how you feel, even the need to help Kikyo but you need to realize that she is part of your past, a past that can never be changed. Help us defeat the man who took her life so you can avenge her but don’t let her take you to hell with her.”

“You know about that?”

“Kagome told us what happened inside the barrier…”

“Oh…” Inuyasha thinks back, “I don’t remember all of it.”

“Yes, Kagome said Kikyo put you in a trance. Didn’t she tell you everything that happened?”

“No… Only that she saw everything… But I never asked for details, it seemed too painful for her to recount them.”

Sigh, “Inuyasha can you come down here so we can talk, this is killing my neck to keep looking up.” He hesitates but jumps down and leans against the tree and closes his eyes again. Part of him doesn’t want to hear the truth, but the other tells him he needs to… “Let me tell you what happened from start to finish according to Kagome. She found Kikyo at the tree and after Kikyo rendered her invisible from you, tied her to it to watch. Maybe out of jealousy and spite, Kagome said Kikyo could see how she felt in her heart for you and wanted her to suffer. I don’t need to explain what you should remember while you were awake so, once Kikyo kissed you, Kagome saw you lose consciousness and she started to argue with Kikyo who said she was going to take you to hell with her. Kagome argued that you wouldn’t want to do that, challenging her to wake you up and ask you herself but Kikyo refused, probably because she didn’t know for sure if you would do it willingly, instead she started to suck you down. Kagome started to scream at Kikyo, scream your name telling you to wake up, and I guess in her anger she was also able to pull souls from Kikyo to weaken her. Then you finally woke up…”

“I remember hearing Kagome’s voice… and waking up to see her tied to the tree. I didn’t hesitate to pull away from Kikyo to free Kagome… So Kikyo really was trying to kill me, but Kagome saved me?”

“Kikyo wants you to die… Inuyasha… and Kagome, she wants you to live. You deserve to live Inuyasha.”

“Do I?”

“You know Kikyo wants Kagome dead too, right?”

“No, she…”

“Inuyasha, she’s already tried to kill her and she’s not going to stop. So, you should quit trying to deny what you know in your heart to be true. When you didn’t hesitate to save Kagome, even though you were leaving Kikyo’s side to do it, that should tell you, deep down Kagome is more precious to you and Kikyo knows that too.”

Sigh, “That’s what I saw in the Illusion spell… Kagome’s the reason I could break free from it…”

“See! Well then why is this so difficult, just tell her all this before Koga wins her over for real...”

“That half-mutt really doesn’t deserve you.”

“He does, once he realizes it…”

“But I can take care you Kagome. You’d be my queen to rule over the pack with me. The men already love you too.”

“Koga… You’re sweet, and if it wasn’t for him… You’d be a great choice…”

“Kagome…” he pulls her tight to his chest. Keeping one arm around her waist he lifts her chin. “…just consider it…” he leans his face lower, “…stay with me…”

His heartfelt words are making her melt, “Koga…” his lips hover just above hers…

“Over my dead body!” Kagome is yanked out of Koga’s arms.

‘Inuyasha!’ She stares up at the face of a man enraged, a little surprised at the intensity of his eyes.

As his grip around Kagome tightens he growls and takes on a fighting stance, “Back off punk, Kagome’s mine! I won’t let you take her from me!”

“It’s time you give it up mutt or do you enjoy breaking her heart?!”

“I can admit being an idiot.” Inuyasha grits his teeth, “but that doesn’t mean I meant to hurt her and I’ll die before I let you steal her away!”

“So be it! I’ve been looking forward to killing you!”

“Stop it!” Kagome screams and pushes against Inuyasha to hold him back. “Please stop it! Koga, I’m sorry, I tried… but I, I just can’t leave Inuyasha.”

“Is that your true decision?”

“Yes,” she wraps her arms around Inuyasha, “it is.”

“Fine. But don’t think for second I’ll stop. The minute you screw up again mutt, I’ll be here to sweep her off her feet!” he stomps away to retrieve his men.

Once Koga has left, Kagome pushes herself away from Inuyasha, “This doesn’t mean I’m not still angry at you!” she starts to walk away.

“Wait.” He grabs her wrist. “Please, Kagome I’m sorry…” Inuyasha hangs his head. “Really, really, sorry for everything I put you through...”

“I don’t know… If I believe you. I mean how do I know you won’t just run off again the second she calls for you?”

Sigh, “I need to tell you the truth… I don’t know if you’ll believe me… But I hope you will, just at least let me explain.”

Kagome pulls her wrist from his hold and crosses her arms, “Talk.”

“Not here… I don’t feel comfortable talking here.”

“Then where?”

“You’re home.”

“What?!” she uncrosses her arms, “You want to go back to my world just to talk? But what about Sango and Miroku…”

“They can stay here or go back to the village, I don’t care. I just don’t want to talk here where there could be people listening.”

Kagome crosses her arms again and huffs, “You mean her!”

“No, okay yes but not just her, Naraku has spies all over and I don’t want to give him another avenue of getting back at me… If he knew the truth about you… he’ll might just use you…”

The realization of what he was trying to say hits Kagome, “… as a target…”

“Yes.”

“Alright Inuyasha.” She exhales and takes his hand, “Let’s go tell the others.”

Since the village is not too far away, Sango and the others ride Kirara back there to wait while Inuyasha takes Kagome straight to the well. Once in her world, he wastes no time going to the place that has become a strange comfort for him, the Goshinboku.

“Why would you wanna talk here?” Kagome asks after he settles them on a branch. “I would think you wouldn’t like this tree.” He leans back against the trunk and pulls her onto his lap to keep her from falling.

“I know… it’s the one she pinned me to so it should leave me with bad memories… But it’s also the first place we met.” She turns her head to try and look at him but he leans his head next to her face to keep her from doing that. “Did you know, most of the nights when you come home, I watch you from this very spot? Even after you fall asleep, I stay a little longer to make sure you’re safe before returning home.”

“No, I… Well, maybe a part of me did… I often felt a feeling of security around me…”

Exhale, “Kagome I don’t want to lie to you, there is a part of me that will always care for Kikyo… but I know there is no future with her. It’s more like I feel… obligated to help her, I feel guilty that she died and I’m… I’m still alive…”

“Inuyasha…”

“Let me finish.” Kagome nods, “I can’t tell you I’ll never take off again, if she’s in danger I need to help her. But what I can promise is I won’t leave you. I know she wants me to die with her, and there was a time I would have gladly done so but not anymore. I want to live, for you… with you.”

“Inuyasha, I realize that this is hard for you, but she’s not going to let you go so easily… She’s already made it clear to me, that if I stand in her way she’ll kill me. Inuyasha what would you do then?”

“I won’t let her.” The resolve in his tone, strikes right to her soul; he’s telling the truth.

Sigh, “And when it comes to Naraku, I think he already knows how we feel. We’re all a threat to him.” Exhale, “Regardless, he has his own reasons to target me, “as a miko, he’s seen some of what I can do to hurt him. But if we work together I believe we can defeat him.”

He buries his face in her hair, “I, I just can’t risk losing you too Kagome.”

She grips his arms, “I know, but I promise you. I’m not going anywhere.” Sinking further against him, “This feels so…”

He exhales, long and deeply. Holding her, the feeling of Kagome in his arms is just so… “perfect...” he finishes her sentence.

A feeling of contentment washes over the two as they sit there is silence for several minutes. Kagome’s scent comforting his troubled spirit, Inuyasha’s dominating presence soothing her sense of loneliness. But before long the burning question that’s been bothering Inuyasha surfaces. “Kagome, please tell me that Koga…”

As if knowing exactly what ached in his heart, “Oh, he’s still infatuated with me, but he knew I was trying to make you jealous and played along.”

“You guys staged all that to make me mad?!”

“Hey! I wanted you to feel how I felt!”

Exhale, “Well it worked.” He squeezes her waist

“I know…” she giggles and yawns. “Just don’t forget again…” another yawn.

“You’re tired Kagome, go to sleep if you’d like.”

“I wanna fall asleep in your arms but… back in your time.”

“Why?”

“The stars are more beautiful there. I love your world better than here…”

Chuckling, “Well, let’s go.” He sweeps her into his arms where she settles against the warmth of his chest and he takes her back through the well.

“Goshiboku…” she murmurs through another yawn.

Hoping back up into the tree he knows so well, he settles once more with her cradled against him. He leans his head on hers as she drifts off to sleep. “Good night Kagome.” He kisses her forehead.

“Mmm. Night… Inuyasha…”

Off in the shadows close by, a woman watches with a scowl on her face… Inuyasha senses the malice in her energy… ‘Kikyo…’ he tightens his grip around Kagome who simply nestles further against him.

“She’s always… watching…us,” Kagome murmurs… “Please don’t let her kill me.”

‘Did she sense Kikyo too?’ “I won’t...” he replies with another kiss to her head. “I promise, now go to sleep.” ‘I won’t let Kikyo or anyone take you away from me…’ Kagome falls into a deep slumber with a smirk on her face.

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