Inuyasha: Kagome's slow Return

The Night Before

(Inuyasha's pov)

Uugh! What is taking Kagome so long? How long does school go anyway? Why did she seem so upset with me?

I sat up against the wall in her room, shaking my head just trying to keep her from my mind. She's been in my head since the last night we spoke. She seemed troubled by something, and I wonder if she just doesn't like hugs...

Just then I heard the door from downstairs open up. My eyes widened and I felt like my entire body had rose in temperature.

"I'm home!"

A very happy voice came from her. Kagome.. She's home!

Without another thought, I rushed to the door of her room, swinging it open. "Kagome!" My mind screamed as my golden eyes sparkled in her direction as I ran into her in the hall just outside her room. Crap! I didn't realize she was this close to her room already!?

She let out a small yelp, and almost fell down the stairs, but I scrambled to my feet barely catching her wrist. Without another stalling second, I pulled her up, and she caught herself wrapping her arms around my neck.

I almost fell backwards, but hugged her back. Her grip was so strong, and I imagine it's cause she almost fell down the stairs and could have been badly injured.

"I-Inuyasha!" Her voice sounded from dug into my shoulder. I glanced down at my hand resting nicely on her back. Her grip tightened. "Th-thank God..."

"Hm?"

I whispered to myself, closing my eyes at the moment that I knew she'd back away from soon. But I really didn't want her to.

Just as I said, her grip loosened quite a bit, but I still had her wrist as she walked into the room, leading me the same way.

The door closed gently, and that is when she realized I was still holding her. Her eyes reflected much question, and I smiled gently.

"Are you okay, Inuyasha?"

Her voice was so calm, and I all of a sudden felt very sad. Earlier all I wanted was to thank her, but now all I want to do is apologize to her.

"I-Inuyasha?"

Her voice was so innocent, and I gripped her wrist like I was afraid of dropping her off of a high cliff.

"Kagome..." My silver bangs fell over my face, and I saw Kagome take a slow step forward. I swallowed hard, and tugged on her a bit. She came a little closer from that.

(Kagome's pov)

Is he okay? I can't hardly see his eyes past the shadow on his face. He isn't even smiling. I really worry sometimes. Wasn't he just smiling earlier when he visited me at school?

I wonder if something happened on he way back home. I opened my mouth to say something, but right then I felt a hard pull on the wrist Inuyasha held, and soon I was in his arms. My cheek on his chest, and my hands flat on his body just below my chin.

My face burned hot, and I widened my eyes greatly.

"I-Inuyasha! Wh-what has gotten into you?"

His gentle hand fell onto my dark hair, like I'm someone to cherish. Although that made me feel better. Cause I am. His head laid upon his hand that was on my head. He stepped closer, and I sucked in my lips.

"Kagome, I-I'm sorry..."

An apology? That's what this is for? But, for why?

"S-sorry? For what, Inuyasha?"

He tightened his grip, and I felt that much warmer, and I almost closed my eyes, but didn't. Nothing feels better than a sincere hug from the one you love most.

"For causing you trouble at school. I know I wasn't supposed to be there.. But I just...."

He paused, and I looked up at him, backing from him a little bit, so I wasn't lying on his body. My heart began to pound madly, as his golden eyes laid gently in mine.

"I just wanted to thank you. I...I'm thankful for the ramen."

I felt I shouldn't, but I laughed anyway, and Inuyasha just tilted his head. His eyes truly sad, which made me feel worse. But maybe I can cheer him up.

"Inuyasha." I giggled a little more. "This is so unlike you... to apologize."

I gave him a joyful smile, and he almost cracked a smile himself. Which made me feel better in a way.

"Kagome.. do you love me?..."

Huh!? I slapped my hands to my cheeks trying to hide the redness. And they felt so hot again! Why is he bringing such a thing up again!?

"Uh...I..."

Trying to pull my hand away, Inuyasha gripped it harder to make it harder to move, then he pulled me close to him again.

"U-uh.. Inuyasha, I... I have to study.. my test is tomorrow!"

I looked for an excuse to get out, and he just smiled warmly, but his sadness washed it away with no mercy. I saddened more. This is too much for a night before my test...

"Kagome...why do you hide it?"

Heh? Hide? So he knows!? Oh no! My face just got hotter.

With that, Inuyasha hugged me a little, and halfly closed his eyes. My eyes were stuck in his, even though I couldn't hardly see the gold anymore.

"Inu-"

His feet walked that much closer, to where one of his feet were in between mine. His one hand behind me pushed my closer, and I looked up at him a little closer. My mind flew, and my heart fluttered.

"Inuyasha..."

"Shh.."

His finger pressed on my lips, and my eyes widened even more, while his closed completely.

I watched his slow movements as he was coming closer every second. And as he got close enough, I just slightly loosened my lips, and my eyes were narrowed.

Seconds later, our lips were touching. Oh my god! He's... He's kissing me! Inuyasha!

My heart skipped like, three beats in a row, and he was so gentle. My face wasn't as warm but I felt like I would pass out.

I wonder what's actually going through his mind. I felt so safe there, and he kisses me like he's been waiting for years. Which I feel like I have been myself.

His hands curled up a little on my back, and his arms hugged me tighter. Soon after I decided to do the same, I tightened my grip around the back of his neck.

I felt comfortable enough to close my eyes as well, and enjoy this wet and sweet moment he shared with me. This moment, just this moment... Is one I couldn't possibly experience the same again.

Inuyasha's lips suddenly let go, and I didn't bother to open my eyes, so I am not sure if he did the same or not. But one of his hands grabbed the back of my head, and laid me against his body.

I was so warm, and my face was still blushing, my heart still racing, but I was a lot calmer now. "I-Inuyasha..." I whispered to myself.

It was silent, and I think I ought to tell him. It's gotta be the right time, and I think he was telling the truth last night.

"I.. I've always.... L-loved you..."

His grip tightened a whole lot more, and I am certain I'm going to fall asleep here in his loving arms. Nothing has ever felt warmer and better in my life.

"I know." He whispered.

I still kept my eyes closed, and he laid on my head again. I could feel his silver hair fall all around us. His red kimono is the softest blanket I've ever felt.

"But I have always loved you most." He finished in a gentle voice.

His words swirled around softly in my ears. And I smiled, hanging tightly onto him. My heart feeling happy finally. Time seemed to stop, and I felt like I would cry I'm so relieved. He really does love me...