secretive in general and spent most of the time in the forest or with Kagome. Inuyasha mostly stole secretly into Kagome’s hut when no one was around. If anyone noticed that it was mainly with Kagome, everyone would immediately suspect, and Inuyasha wanted to avoid that at all costs. But it was not hidden from Shippo, Miroku or anyone else that Inuyasha was worried about Kagome. He suffered, you could tell at first glance. However, nobody spoke to him about it, because everyone noticed that he did not like to reveal it.
Late in the evening everyone went to their huts. Inuyasha was only pretending to be asleep.He waited until no one could be heard and then went back to Kagome's hut. As he expected, she slept. He dropped to the floor next to Kagome. A few individual tears ran down his face. In those seconds he didn't notice anything around him. “Why are you crying, Inuyasha? “Asked Kagome weakly. Inuyasha started up. “Kagome, you are finally awake! How do you feel? “His face lit up. “A little better, I am still weak, but I can feel the effects of the poison wear off. But now say why did you cry “Kagome straightened up as best he could to get a better look at Inuyasha. "Because I was worried about you .." Inuyasha looked embarrassed at the floor in front of her. "Really? “Kagome was amazed, but glad about it. Inuyasha nodded. Kagome smiled. She pulled him down a little, since he was still holding her hand, kissed him on the cheek and whispered “Thank you!" into the ear. Inuyasha blushed and stared at the floor in front of her again. "That was the least I could do for you, Kagome ..." Kagome smiled again. “You did something even more important for me. “He looked at her confused. "And what would that be? “Kagome sank back, but looked at Inuyasha anyway. “You were with me most of the time, and I am grateful to you for that. “Inuyasha looked even more puzzled. "How ... how do you know? You slept, didn't you? “Kagome looked up at the ceiling of the hut. “Partly, not always. I noticed you, I was just too weak to be noticed, so you thought I was going to sleep. “Inuyasha also looked up at the ceiling now. “You have always been there for me until now. “Now it was Inuyasha’s turn to smile.
After a while, in which neither of them had said anything, Inuyasha yawned heartily."You'd better get some sleep, you deserve it. “Said Kagome, firmly convinced that Inuyasha would accept her suggestion. “No, I want to stay here if you don't mind. “Kagome had least expected this answer, but had no objection to it.
The door of the hut was opened from the outside and a few individual rays of sunlight fell into the hut. Shippo was at the door. He just wanted to check on Kagome, instead he found Inuyasha in the hut. He grinned and inwardly jumped in the air. He closed the door carefully and went back to the others. "I knew it! "Shippo cheered to himself. Miroku became curious. "What do you think? He asked when Shippo took a break. "Well, that Inuyasha was worried about Kagome and .." He got no further, because Inuyasha had pulled one over his head. “Thank you very much, you little rat!“It came from behind, sleepily. None of the 5 had noticed Inuyasha coming. “But Inuyasha, we all noticed that you were worried about Kagome. Anyone would have seen that at first glance. “Sango smiled over at Inuyasha. "Oh, do you mean? “Inuyasha asked snuggly. "Yes she is right. “Kaede had joined the conversation. “Say, how is Kagome doing? “Miroku asked with a chuckle. "Better, the effects of the poison wear off. She was available for a while tonight. “Inuyasha looked away, embarrassed. “What's going on now all of a sudden? "Shippo was irritated by Inuyasha's reaction. He started and shook his head. "Nothing, it's okay. When will we finally get something to eat? “Nobody could suppress a giggle. Inuyasha looked at everyone in turn, confused. "Something seems to have happened tonight that you are trying to hide from us, right?“Shippo chuckled happily. "Oh, don't be nonsense .." Inuyasha did not respond very well to it. "Now tell me ..." Shippo teased on. In the next instant he was again, face first, lengthways on the floor. Inuyasha heard someone slowly opening a door behind her. When he turned around he saw Kagome standing on shaky legs in the doorway. He jumped up and ran straight to her. With Inuyasha's help, Kagome made it to the others. "You've been helping Kagome a lot lately, taking care of her and spending most of your time with i-" Now Miroku was lying face first on the floor. Inuyasha blushed a little and looked snuggly to the side, Kagome only smiled slightly.
They also spent the rest of the day together in front of the huts. Nobody thought of the past events. Kagome became more lively again and recovered a little in the company of her friends.Nothing could happen to her here, especially when Inuyasha was around. She had to smile at the thought. She was glad that Inuyasha cared for her and spent most of the time with her. Secretly, Inuyasha was happy that Kagome recovered so quickly, but this time he didn't let the outside show, that much was certain.
The next day, Kagome had recovered enough that she could easily walk again without assistance.
She woke up later than usual, but no one took it against her. After all, she should get well again as soon as possible. Everyone was relieved to see that Kagome was getting better. Only one thing had struck Kagome, and it worried her a little: Inuyasha was not with her and he was nowhere else to be found. She had spontaneously decided to look in the forest. “I'll go for a walk in the forest, stretch my feet a little. “Sango smiled over at her.“Don't let the little, vicious demons get you this time, do you hear? “Kagome had to laugh at that remark, even though Sango was actually right. “I'll do it, I'll take care of myself a little more now. “In a good mood but a little worried, Kagome made his way into the forest. After a few steps, however, she stopped. She didn't know where to look for Inuyasha first; but that had already changed in the next moment: Inuyasha was about ten meters in front of her. But at the same moment in which she had discovered him, a stabbing pain went through her in the chest, as if someone had shot her from behind with an arrow in the back. The reason for this inevitably stood in front of Inuyasha: ... Kikyo. Immediately, tears welled up in Kagome's eyes. How so? Why did Inuyasha do this to her? Why had he deceitfully lied to and betrayed her? Until a few hours ago he had taken care of her and worried about her, what now?’That mean, deceitful liar! Why did I get involved in something like that? Why did I believe him that he was worried about me? Why did I just fall for it ?! It flashed through her head as she ran back sobbing uncontrollably. She ran past Sango, who had stopped in amazement, but that didn't bother Kagome in the least. She had only one goal left: Get away from here, away from this deceiver, Inuyasha! But where should she go? Back to its era? Lead a normal student life? Or should she even go to Kouga? She didn't know, and she didn't care, the main thing was that she never had to see Inuyasha again.
Meanwhile, something completely different happened in the forest than expected. Inuyasha stood in front of Kikyo and looked at her. "I've finally made up my mind, Kikyo ..." Nobody said anything for a few seconds. “For Kagome. “Kikyo stood rooted to the spot and didn't move.Inuyasha turned slowly and walked away without another word. He in no way regretted his decision. Suddenly he heard a scream. Or was it a call? Anyway, the fact was it must have been Kagome. Inuyasha ran in the direction the sound was coming from. He didn't like what he saw there: Kouga had Kagome. When she saw Inuyasha, she immediately wanted to run away, but a couple of Kouga's wolves blocked her way. “Kagome, wait, I'll get you out of there! "Shouted Inuyasha Kagome and wanted to pounce on the wolves. "Why should you? You miserable, mean, devious liar! “With every word, Kagome had gotten louder, and the last one she had screamed so loud that even some of Kouga’s wolves took a few steps back. "But Kagome ... what's going on all of a sudden ?! “Inuyasha asked startled, puzzled, and somewhere deep inside him, fear spread.Afraid of losing Kagome forever. Because if he lost her now, he would have lost both Kagome and Kikyo; after what he had said to Kikyo just seconds before. If Kagome were to go with Kouga now, he would have accidentally lost both, and would have come back to the beginning and would be completely alone again from now on. But Inuyasha wouldn't let it get that far, he would surely think of something to get himself out of this tricky situation. Kagome turned to go again, but this time Kouga stepped in himself. He grabbed her arm and dragged her with him. That made Inuyasha furious and he lunged at Kouga, who let go of Kagome in surprise. A merciless fight broke out between Kouga with his wolves and Inuyasha. For better or worse, it was about Kagome, who stood on the edge of the action and watched. Kouga must have completely underestimated Inuyasha in this situation, because although he had Kouga’s entire pack against him, he kept on his feet.A few hundred yards away, Kirara had noticed the noise. She ran into the forest, followed closely by Sango, Miroku, and Shippo.
When the four got to Kagome's, the fight was over. Inuyasha stood in the midst of wolves, some of which were dead or injured; Kouga had fled as usual.
’What was that all about? ’Kagome could not find an answer to her internal question, she was surprised and confused about Inuyasha’s behavior. “Come on, let's go back before we put down any roots here. “Sango suggested because none of those present moved. Everyone followed, but Kagome always kept a certain distance from Inuyasha. This one was exhausted from the