AN: Dont own nutin. Not even this computer!!!! I only own this story. *sniff* WHY COULDNT I BE BORN THE DAUGHTER OF AN ANIME ARTIST SO I COULD OWN SUMTIN?!?!?!?!?!?!?!??!?!?!?!?

Death of Loved Ones
by: Hotaru Y. Tomoe Kamiya

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"KAGOME!" InuYasha screamed "Damn! How much did that wench see?" Two days ago, after another meeting with Kikyo, InuYasha had left the group in search of the resurrected miko. Angry, jealous, and worried Kagome had left in search of him only to find Kikyo wrapped in the arms of InuYasha and kissing said hanyou passionately. Kagomes presence became aware to the dumbfounded demon by her sweet smell of wild flowers soiled with the stench of salty tears.InuYasha kept on chasing Kagome until he arrived at a clearing. There, he saw Kikyo, pointing an arrow at Kagome, who, at the time, was stood against a tree.
This is for you InuYasha! Kikyo said This bitch shall never bother us again! I will make sure of that. Afterwards, everything seemed to go in slow motion. Kikyo let go of the arrow which began glowing a faint color of blue as it reached and pierced Kagomes body. InuYasha watched as Kagome stood against a tree, her limp body poised in such a way that it seemed she has stopped to rest and fell asleep. InuYasha walked over to her and caressed her silky hair and touched her now pale skin. It was cold as ice. Her warmth,
like Kikyos, had vanished at the sight of death. Blood now rolled down the trees bark like sap. Her blood. At the smell of it InuYasha was filled with furry. He began to shake.
"Kikyo!!! What is it you have done?" InuYasha asked in a low and dangerous sounding whisper.
"What do you mean what have I done?" Kikyo said calmly as if she had just been  playing with a childs toys. "I just wanted to make you happy. So you could be with me. . . forever. I love you InuYasha, and that wench was standing in the way of our love." InuYasha shook his head.
"No. If you loved me you would want nothing but my happiness. If you had ever loved me you would have understood about my appearance." Here InuYasha paused and looked at Kagome. 'Like Kagome. She never asked me to change. She accepted me for who I was. Not human or demon. She has been the only one to accept me as full demon and full human.' He then turned his gaze to meet Kikyos. "But you. . . You have done nothing but wanted me to be this or that way. You never ask for what I  want. You just say InuYasha lets change you to a human with the Jewel so we can get married. But you know what? Im tired of that! I think you should rest in peace. I dont know why you keep on insisting in bothering me when you know I love Kagome! So Im gonna end it here and now!" Kikyo smirked.
"What are you going to do? Kill me?" Kikyo said with a taunting smile. "Dont you remember? You promised to protect me forever. Dont tell me that the great InuYasha is a promise breaker. I always thought he was so honest and reliable." She finished mockingly.
"No. InuYasha said barely above a whisper. I wont kill you. . . but nobody said my demon side wouldn't." Suddenly InuYasha raised his head to reveal blood red eyes and a humongous pair of fangs. Anger took over his body and he launched at Kikyo.
"Blades of  Light! (AN: Dont like it? Well TB! YOU TRY WRITING DURING A WRITERS BLOCK!!!!) InuYasha screamed while four bright purple claws swiped at Kikyo. Her body glowed a bright blue and she slowly dissolved into the light. InuYasha fell to his knees. Tears falling freely down his now normal cheeks. His eyes were still red but this time from his tears. He slowly began to stand and picked up Kagome. Somehow the arrow dissolved along with Kikyo and Kagome had slid off the trunk.
Upon arriving at camp he was met with a very worried Sango and a shocked Shippou. Miroku just glared at him and walk and snatched Kagomes body out of his arms.
"InuYasha! What is it youve done now?!" Miroku said accusingly.
"Houshi-sama, wait!" Sango said. If InuYasha had done anything there would be claw marks on Kagome but all there is, is a small whole thru her heart! InuYasha just kept quiet. At that moment a figure appeared in the shadows. . .
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Confessions and Revivals
by: Hotaru Y. Tomoe Kamiya

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A dark figure emerged from the bushes. It had long flowing silver hair and an intensive golden glare. His thin face was adorned by two purple scars on each of his cheeks and he wore something fluffy and resembling a scarf around his neck. It was Sesshomaru, InuYashas half-brother.
Everyone took their battle stances, yet Sesshomaru kept on walking forward. He placed his hand on one of the two swords he carried. At seeing this Miroku and Sango tensed, while InuYasha, noticing which sword his brother was about to draw, sheathed his sword. At seeing this action made by their self proclaimed leader, Sango and Miroku immediately dropped their battle stances and moved out of Sesshomarus way.
The Demon Lord continued to walk towards the corpse of the young Miko. He slowly unsheathed his sword, but before he could give the life saving blow, InuYasha burst out.
"May I know why the hell you are doing this?" He asked. Sesshomaru turned to face InuYasha.
"It is none of your business." Sesshomaru replied in what he thought was an unemotional voice. InuYasha though, knew otherwise, he saw in his brothers eyes great sadness and a wish to help. He also saw what resembled far away love. The type of love that is kept to oneself and never revealed. Miroku also saw this and then he whispered.
You love her. He stated in disbelieve.
"Correction. I used to love her, but after the appearance of Rin these feelings have changed and my heart belongs to another. Plus, Rin has a great affection for this Miko; shed be devastated at the news of her death." With this said he gave one single slash towards Kagomes body.
"You'd hate for Rin to be in pain wouldnt you?" InuYasha asked. Sesshomaru ignored the comment and stated.
"It will be a minimum of a day for her to regain consciousness. She has been dead for at least a few hours." He gave one last glance towards Kagome before turning and leaving forever.  'What was that change in smell?'
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Kagome now laid in a futon at Kaedes hut. After the gang had explained what happened Kaede had given instructions for Kagome to have complete rest.
InuYasha sat in a corner next to the futon. He thought about what had just happened. Kikyo was dead, but the attack InuYasha used had truly amazed him. Where had it come from?
Suddenly he felt something shift next to him. He saw Kagomes eyes flutter open. She was alive and for that he thanked his brother. One day he would have to thank him. Then in the instant Kagomes eyes opened completely there was a bright light.
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Changes
by: Hotaru Y. Tomoe Kamiya

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Suddenly he felt something shift next to him. He saw Kagomes eyes flutter open. She was alive and for that he thanked his brother. One day he would have to thank him. Then in the instant Kagome's eyes opened completely there was a bright light.
InuYasha was left blind for a moment, but when he opened his eyes he couldnt believe what he saw. There, in front of him, stood a young girl. She wore the same clothing as Kagome but there was something different about her. She sat there crying looking down. Her hair was black with orange and white stripes, a pair of dog ears crowned her head. Her eyes were a deep blue almost black. And behind her he saw a small orange black tipped tail.
"Who the hell are you and what have you done to Kagome?!" InuYasha demanded. At hearing this, the already crying girl burst into sobs. At hearing the racket everyone immediately ran inside, but stared wide eyed at the seen in front of them. The girl suddenly stopped crying, her face fell and her bangs covered her eyes.
"You dont recognize me do you?" The girl mumbled her voice barely audible. InuYasha was left without words. Though he was sure he had never seen her before something about her was familiar, other than the clothes of course. "Its me, Kagome."
"KAGOME?!" Everyone screamed in disbelief. Shippou nearly fainted, Sango paled, while Miroku and InuYashas eyes widened in shock.
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After the shock wore off, everyone sat down in a circle and tried to make sense of the situation.
"Howd this happen?" Miroku asked.
"InuYasha?" Sango said inquiringly clanking at the Hanyou.
"I was sitting here when Kagome woke up, then there was a blinding light, and then when I opened my eyes she looked like this." InuYasha said looking down.
"I see your blood has been unsealed my child." a voice called from the door.
"Kaede?" Everyone turned to look at the elderly miko.
"I knew it since I saw you. There was a strange aura around you, yet it seemed to be sealed. As the Reincarnation of my sister you were supposed to be exactly like her in every way. But even though there was a strange resemblance you were never actually one with my sister." Kaede said closing her one eye.
"So you are saying that Kagome isnt Kikyous reincarnation?" InuYasha asked suspiciously.
"Not exactly, it seems Kagomes destiny was to be my sisters reincarnation but it seems that somewhere along the way demon blood was mixed into her familys bloodline, and even though it had been sealed away for all this years, the one slash of the Tenseiga was enough to break the seal binding you youkai blood."
"But how come she just changed?" asked Sango.
"Thats a very simple answer. It takes time for the blood to circulate around Kagomes body and begin taking effect."
"If you knew this why didnt you tell us?" InuYasha snapped angrily.
"I never believed it would come to this." Kaede answered calmly, "Now Kagome tell me were you ever told if anyone in your family was of youkai descendants?"
"No, my family comes of a long line of Mikos and Monks." Kagome answered truthfully.
"What about your fathers?" Miroku asked. At this question Kagomes eyes glazed over.
"I...I never met him. He died before I was born. My mom has never uttered a word on the subject." Kagome looked down embarrassed.
"Well," InuYasha said standing up. "We better go ask your mother a couple of questions." Kagome nodded and followed InuYasha out the door.          
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InuYasha and Kagome entered her house and saw her mother in the kitchen table. She was talking with one of her friends.
"Yes Mary, I know, dont you worry," As soon as Kagome entered the kitchen Kagome's mom let out a little squeal.
"Are you okay?!" the woman called Mary asked over the phone. "Yeah...um How about I call you back later I have a small emergency."  Without even waiting for an answer Kagome's mother hung up and walked over to where Kagome was she looked into Kagomes eyes before hugging her tightly and beginning to sob.
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YAY! ANOTHER CLIFFIE!!!!
Avoids various katana's, kodachi's, and ninja stars thrown by audience,
you review I continue
Ch. 4 is on the making here is a little expert to encourage you
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"Your father was an inuyokai. I met him when I was no more than Soutas age." Kagomes mother began as the memories began to come back. The scenery was that of the shrine grounds though everything seemed a little newer than what it was at the time. A small girl around 8 years old was seen playing with a beautiful dog. It had a golden orange mane tipped with white and its long bushy tailed curled up a little. " Your grandfather had bought him for me as a present that year. Though he was not a puppy he was equally as playful and he would be rather over protective. Everything was going as smooth as velvet until that day..."
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Questions
by: Hotaru Y. Tomoe Kamiya

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InuYasha and Kagome entered her house and saw her mother in the kitchen table. She was talking with one of her friends.

"Yes Mary, I know, dont you worry," As soon as Kagome entered the kitchen Kagome's mom let out a little squeal

"Are you okay?!" the woman called Mary asked over the phone.

"Yeah...um. How about I call you back later I have a small emergency." Without even waiting for an answer Kagome's mother hung up and walked over to where Kagome was she looked into Kagomes eyes before hugging her tightly and beginning to sob.
"mom... mom...." Kagome shook her mother gently "Its okay. Im fine."
Kagome's mom shook her head.
"I know youll be okay.  Youre a strong girl. Its just, you look so much like your father." Kagome had often heard that reference, but never from her mother. Now that she thought of it. She had never heard her mother mention her father.  Kagome remembered about the time she had had to write a page on him for an autobiography for English class. Her mother had had a talk with her teacher and she had been excused from the assignment.

Her mother suddenly noticed InuYasha and wiped the tears away. She walked over to the kitchen sink and began to prepare some tea.
"InuYasha I didnt know you were here. Please take a seat while I prepare some tea. Would you like anything?" InuYasha had learned to watch his language around Kagome's mom.

"No ma'am Im okay." Kagomes mom finished making her tea and she poured some for Kagome, InuYasha, and herself.
I guess you are here to ask about your father right? She asked taking a sip from the freshly brewed tea. Kagome had never seen her mother acting so seriously. InuYasha and her just nodded and she sighed as if remembering something painful yet joyful.

Your father was an inuyokai. I met him when I was no more than Soutas age..." Kagomes mother began.

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The scenery was that of the shrine grounds though everything seemed a little newer than what it was at the time. A small girl around 8 years old was seen playing with a beautiful dog. It had a golden orange mane tipped with white and its long bushy tailed curled up a little. " Your grandfather had bought him for me as a present that year. Though he was not a puppy he was just as playful and he would be rather over protective. Everything was going as smooth as velvet until that day Your grandfather and grandmother were having a fight and I ran to my room crying. I could hear them yelling at each other." Suddenly the scenery changed into that of a little girl crying in a room.

"I thought I was alone but suddenly I felt something soft next to me, and seeking comfort, held it tightly. I thought it was the dog but I found myself in the arms of a young man that was around 4000 years old but didnt look a day older than 17. He had dark brown hair with orange streaks, and what I found most fascinating. Two small dog ears crowned his head and a white tipped bushy tail sneaked from behind. His name was Inuki and was by far most, the most handsome man Id ever seen. We kept our meeting a secret, for I was afraid that if my father was to find out about his true identity, he would eliminate him."
"But, grandpa cant hurt a fly." Kagome said.
"Maybe not now, but back then he could hurt much more than a fly, just be patient Ill get to that part soon enough." Kagome just nodded in silence.
"Then one day, when I was 16, your father and I had been taking a walk through the woods. I hadnt noticed the time, but as soon as we got back your grandfather saw us, I guess he had been looking for me. He banished your father into the woods and kept him imprisoned there. Until one day, during another of their fights, I got so tired of this life that I ran into the woods. I somehow got through the barriers that kept Inuki imprisoned and told him about all my troubles. He held me tight as I cried and comforted me. When I had finished weeping he asked me if I would run away with him..."
"and you said you would."
"Exactly. We went to live to Osaka. Your father learned how to hide his demon features and took up a job as a police officer. We got married a couple of months afterwards. Three months later we found out I was pregnant with you. That was one of the happiest days of my life, just knowing I would bear the child of your father. On the other hand your father was worried. How would other kids treat you? You would never be able to live a normal life. Your father was worried. Then, on the day you were born, a beautiful girl with dog ears and a tail. He was filled with so much joy. But, our happiness didnt last for long. 5 months later your father was killed. Murdered by a convict or something like that, on that same day I had found out I was pregnant with your brother. I was shocked and lost. I thought there wouldnt be a future for you or your brother. So I went to your grandfather. With the last of his powers he sealed your fathers blood deep within your heart."
"So thats why grandpa has no powers."
"Yes, and I must say that even though he did it because he loved you dearly he has never been the same." Kagomes mom was in tears now, and Kagome felt guilty for causing her mom to remember. She stood up and hugged her mother tightly.
"Mom, listen, Im sorrycall the school and tell grandpa to make up something.  Tell them I had to go to the Alps for fresh air or something like that. I wont be coming back for a while." Mrs. Higurashi looked at her daughter. "Look, I dont think I want to be in this world at this moment. I have to learn more about myself. Learn how to control my powers, whatever they may be, and to get used to this appearance."
"But... if you never come back?"
"Dont worry I promise I will. Just dont worry okay?" Mrs. Higurashi nodded. "Okay. I will be taking some clothes and food. Promise to take care of Sota for me okay?"
"Ha! Your brother will probably planning a stratergy to take over your room right now." Kagomes mom said trying to lighten the mood. Yet Kagome could see sadness in her eyes.
"No way! Im locking it!" They laughed for a while until Mrs. Higurashi caught InuYashas eyes. "Promise to take care of her you got it?!" 
"With my life." InuYasha smiled at Kagomes mom and Kagome went up to her room. The sailor uniform she wore didnt seem to suit her anymore. She went to her closet and pulled out a Dark Green Kimono with leaf patterns. The skirt was different from usual kimonos since it was shorter, and the sleeves were long. She tied it with a golden obi. "There that looks more suiting" She took a pair of sandals that tied like a ballerinas slippers and put them on. She put a slight touch of mascara, dark green eye shadow, and some lip gloss. Why she was doing this was a mystery to her. It was as if preparing for a war or something. Yes that was it. She was preparing for a battle and her opponent was herself. She took a small pendant with a flower on it. Her mother had given it to her for her birthday. She had said it was something her father wore. Kagome put it on and packed some extra clothes. She took on last look at herself before taking the key to her room and locking it.

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Lilly
by: Hotaru Y. Tomoe Kamiya
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InuYasha and Kagomes mother were in the living room talking. As soon as InuYasha heard the click of Kagomes door he looked up, but what he saw he just couldnt believe. There, at the top of the stairs, stood Kagome, but in a way it wasnt the Kagome he knew. 'No, this was the real Kagome.' She was dressed in a Dark Green Kimono with a leaf pattern. The skirt was different from usual kimonos since it was shorter. 'Much shorter' InuYasha noticed. The sleeves were long and it was tied back with a golden obi. On her feet, she wore a pair of sandals that tied around her ankles and she was wearing what he recalled Kagome telling Sango was called make up. Kagome blinked at InuYashas stare before asking what was the matter. He seemed to be a bit red and she touched his forehead with worry. "InuYasha are you okay? Youre a bit red. Do you have a fever?" The touch of Kagomes hand on his forehead was enough to make him even more nervous.
"I-Im f-f-fine" He said looking away. "Lets get going" Kagomes worried look softened and she nodded. After turning to say good-bye to her mother Kagome and InuYashas went back thru the well. However, as soon as it seemed they reached the future a small purple glow zoomed towards the two half demons.
"LADY KAGOME!!!!" the purple glow seemed to scream before stopping inches away from Kagomes face. Kagome blinked in confusion.

"Do I know you?" she asked.
"Oh no, I hadnt noticed you were here till some time ago. My name is Mirianu Yosei but you can call me Lilly. Im a Water Fairy.  I was assigned as your, your what was it again? "
"Advisor?" InuYasha asked tentatively thinking about Myoga.
"Yes, yes, thats it advisor. I was assigned as Lady Kagome's advisor by his Lordship Inuki many years ago before you were to be born." Mirianu said.
"LORDSHIP INUKI?" Kagome asked seemingly surprised.
"Exactly" Mirianu said.
"You mean my father was some kind of important figure?" Kagome asked again.
"Not really. He did however fight with the great InuTanshio."
"INUTANSHIO?!" InuYasha asked alarmed.
"Yes why? Do you know him? It wouldnt surprise me. Hes well known and his half breed no good son is suposebly the owner of these woods." InuYasha was growing redder by the second and would most surely have killed the small fairy if given the chance but Kagome quickly took her in her hands and jumped onto a tree.
"Uh. . .Lilly that IS Inutanshio's no good half breed son." Kagome said.
"WHAT?! But he seems so cute. Not at all like a half breed but then again your not so bad looking yourself... got that from your father." Lilly winked at Kagome who just sweat dropped as InuYasha glared at the fairy.
"IM NOT CUT E!!!!!"
"HUSH!" Kagome ordered him and he pouted at her.
"The old hag and the others are going to worry if we take too long." He said angrily wishing that the fairy would just leave.
"Oh yeah. Hey Lilly come with us. We have some questions you might be able to answer." ''And so do I" InuYasha muttered under his breath.
"Inu, did you say something?" Kagome asked not yet used to her keen hearing.
"N-n-no nothing at all" InuYasha said blushing at the fact Kagome had called him by a nickname. "Or is it? Does she really think Im cute? Like cute adorable puppy cute? Or maybe future mate like cute?" Lilly however had heard exactly what he had said but decided to talk to him later.
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At Kaedes.. .

"Where could they be?" Sango wondered allowed.
"They shouldnt be long. Its getting dark and Im sure Kagomes mother wouldnt stop her from coming back" Miroku said in a calm voice. Just as he finished Shippou took in a sniff of the air and picked up a scent that was terribly familiar. "He stood up and ran through the doorway screaming. KAGOME!"
"Guess that takes care of THAT question" said Sango laughing running out to meet her friend. She was surprised by her new looks and the small purple fairy sitting on her shoulder.
"Guess its time for story telling huh?" InuYasha said dropping some fire wood he had picked up on his way over and began building a bonfire.
After explaining the happenings at Kagomes house and meeting Lilly the group burst out into questions.
"So you were always a demon?"
"Howd your mom take it?"
"Are you like royalty?"
"Do you have a castle?"
The questions stopped suddenly when Kagome raised her hand and answering all at once.
"Yes, well, no, I highly doubt it. Does that answer all your questions or is there something more?" She asked in a slightly annoyed voice. It seemed too much to take in and it all went by so quickly. Discovering her demon side, quitting school, learning about her father, and this girl who she was supposed to be, it was all just too much too fast. She got up and walked away. Shippou began to follow but Lilly stopped him.
"She needs some time to think. Just let her be for a while." This saddened Shippou by making him feel unwanted and unneeded but he understood and asked if it was okay for him to go to bed. Sango went and tucked him in while InuYasha and Miroku stayed by the warm fire they had built.
"So how are you taking it?" Miroku asked with a smirk.
"What?"
"What do you mean by 'What?'?! Im talking about Kagomes...transformation..." Miroku said cautiously.
"I dont see what you mean. She still is the same Kagome. She still has the same likes and dislikes, still feels the same way about things,shes just more powerful" InuYasha said emotionlessly. Deep down, however, he knew she had changed. Maybe in such a small manner that it wasnt that noticeable but it was still there.
"Yeah I guess your right. But I dont mean about what do you think about her. Im talking about how you feel about her." Miroku said more seriously. "Even if she hasnt changed her appearance, her blood, her smell has changed. Look InuYasha, you can fool yourself as much as you want. But we both know how you really feel about Kagome."
"Dont meddle Miroku" InuYasha said coldly sounding a bit like Sesshomaru.
"Im not meddling! Im just looking out for Kagome. If you hurt her I swear I will kill you without a second thought." InuYasha got up and began to walk away.
"Dont worry I dont intend to hurt her." He said and turning he added. "And for the record. You ARE meddling."
"You may not intend to InuYasha but you just might" Miroku said under his breath however InuYashas sensitive ears picked up on it and he began to speed up. When he reached his destination. Which was of course his favorite tree next to the hot springs. He saw it was being occupied by Kagome. He jumped onto the branch and was ready to yell at her for taking his place when he noticed she was sleeping peacefully. His features softened and he picked her up careful not to wake up his small princess. 'No matter what, I will never hurt you.' He stealthily jumped off the tree and took her back to the cabin.