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"Houston, we have a problem." LOL!! (Sorry, that was all I could think about when I read the first line. ^_^ Shows my age, doesn't it?) This was another terrific chapter and i was so delighted to see it up! But, it certainly was not at all what I was expecting. I can see what you meant about trying to walk the line between making Kagome just too unsympathetically bitchy and still making the point about the nature of the creature inside her. I think you did that fine. I really didn't think she treated Shippou poorly at all, -- it seemed like she was telling him to go away so he wouldn't get hurt. So, I really didn't see why Hiei got up in her face about it, or why Shippou got all weepy and cried on Kikyou's shoulder about it. Yes, she was abrupt with them and she wasn't telling them what they wanted to know, but I thought they were all acting a bit strange towards HER. Heck, NO ONE, including Shippou, ran up and welcomed her back with open arms and a "Praise the kamis, you're alive!" Where was the thanks for how she had killed Naraku and saved them all? I love it that she blew a gasket when Inuyasha talked smack about her mother. Sesshoumaru was a bit out of line, too. His brother deserved to get his ass blasted, and he should have just let her do it instead of telling her to let it go and come with them. Yes, he's stoic and focused on the problem at hand, but KAGOME just showed up ALIVE, and he didn't show her any respect. Heck, Kurama and Hiei were there when she battled Naraku. Why didn't SOMEONE act just a little Happy that she was alive? What a nice reception from her "friends" and allies. I hope Sango and Miroku hug her. She needs it.

Now, Inuyasha's reaction just blew me away. "That bitch Kagome is alive." WTF?!!? Since when does he have such contempt and hatred for her? It seemed completely bizarre to me. Yes, he was angry and confused to see her there, but ... Are you sure he doesn't have a dark phoenix controlling HIM? LOL!! What the heck was up with him telling her not to dare mention Kikyou's name? She wasn't saying anything against Kikyou, -- she was dissing HIM. And don't get me started, ...

Too late. "She has sacrificed much and deserves respect." Um, yeah, right. What did she sacrifice that Kagome didn't? Kagome sacrificed her LIFE to save the lives of thousands of people. Kikyou didn't sacrifice her life for ANYONE, -- she was just killed by Naraku. So, okay. Inuyasha's just an ass, and I can ignore his crap. But when and why did Kikyou become so wonderful that she was comforting Shippou, and King Enma was going to ask HER how to take power from a miko, and she was so sympathetic and helpful to Kagome? Don't get me wrong, I don't think Kikyou always has to be portrayed as a bitch. But she sure isn't the be-all, know-all, kind-to-all, can-do-all loving earth mother, either. The truth is, even when she was alive, she was cold and emotionless. Even her kindness to children only came after she was dead and had part of KAGOME'S soul in her. (My personal theory is that it was Kagome's personality coming through. I think all of her caring ways were really Kagome's. And in the end, she NEVER told Inuyasha she LOVED him. She didn't have it in her.) I just really don't want to see Kagome take second seat to her again. (Sorry, but the manga has been driving me crazy here at the end, with everyone giving all the credit for everything to the twice-dead Kikyou. *sigh*)

Okay, enough ranting. Back to the plot. As if it wasn't going to be difficult enough for Kagome to harness these new powers and have to fight a horrifying new enemy, now she also has an internal battle going on. The phoenix isn't just powerful, but evil? I know I need to go back and read up on the Shikon because I'm sure you've covered this, but I found myself wondering about Midoriko being separate from the Shikon. I guess I always assumed her soul was one of the "four souls." Isn't it supposed to be a balance of good and evil? How IS it corrupt when it is inside of Kagome? And the Shikon considers King Enma its enemy, too? I can't wait to hear the explanation for THAT. And the tidbit about the phoenix having feelings for her mother was very interesting. This is such a fascinating tale, and you have certainly proven you have twists and turns in store for us. I hope you will be able to walk that line and keep Kagome likeable and sympathetic, and not so darn weak. It's disheartening to see her need so much help again. This whole struggle with the phoenix will just make Inuyasha believe he was right about her. When she was dead, and Hiei was doing research on her,and had the respect for her she had earned during their brief acquaintance, I could see how he would stand by her and champion her. But, now with his quick contempt and her obvious weakness, ... Well, I just can't wait to see what you have in mind to change that.

Oh! And it tickles me that Onigumo is the only one with any brains. LOL!! I'm glad that Kaede will be playing a part in this. I felt sad again, though, when Koenma said, "All those who mattered to the miko are already gathered." Yes, they all mattered to HER, but in this chapter, she sure didn't seem to matter much to anyone. She was just a problem to take care of. *sigh*

wow! i love this story!!!! it was great!

I always enjoy your stories and this one is no different. I too have developed a liking for the Hiei/Kagome pairing and was pleased to find your new story. I look forward to your future chapters.

Yay! A new chapter. This was awesome. I feel sorry for Midoriko. I wonder if she will be able to come back. Anyway, great chapter. I always look forward to your chapters.

Ha! I am printing this one out to take with me on my travels this week, so I'll have something good to read. ^_^ I'm still looking forward to seeing what happens now that they've discovered she's alive. So, whenever you come back to this one, I'll be here, waiting. ^_^

HIHO I think you know me allready I only changed my Name from Angelwings to Piotessa ^^ I love your Storys soo much ( Yes I read the Naruto Fics too and love them too ) and I would Love if you would finally update this Fic because I can´t wait how the Gang reacts to kagome and I can´t wait anymore so please update ^^

Left it at a cliffy. This is a great story. I will be on the look out for updates. I love your other stories too.

Hee hee! Just had to start reading this one again -- it's one of my favorites!! I am still just completely loving that brilliant cliffhanger for chapter 6. (And I'm still getting such a kick out of the others' condemnation of Inu and Kikyou. Heh heh! That just tickles my funny bone!) I can't wait until you get a chance to pick this story back up -- the reactions of all those present in the park are going to be priceless. And I think Inu is going to piss his pants when Kag and Hiei start to connect. (I am SO looking forward to THAT! Heh heh!) Here's hoping time, inspiration, and love for this plot will all combine and cooperate for you!!

x3 I love it

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Update soon please!