Of Dogs and Wolves

Ch. 5

Sesshomaru and Kouga decided to split up and search for Inuyasha in opposite directions. They knew Inuyasha might still be upset with them but they had to at least find him. He was to sick to be wondering around on his own.

Sesshomaru had been walking in his direction for two hours now and was becoming very thirsty. His sharp nose and hearing picked up a fresh stream a few feet away. As he got closer, he noticed another scent. He breathed in relief when he saw a certain person already there.

Inuyasha sat Indian style and seemed to be crying and mumbling something. Before he could comfort his brother, a tornado appeared. Kouga leapt from its center. "Did you find...?" He yelped as he was yanked down.

"Silence you annoying parasite!" Sesshomaru hissed quietly. They listened hard to hear what Inuyasha was saying. Then, the words became clear.

"You don't understand, it wouldn't work." Inuyasha sobbed as he let his tears fall. Sesshomaru and Kouga looked at each other confused. Then, Myoga's voice was heard. "You turned the only two people to only love you for you, since your mother, away. all because you thought they were 'disgusting'." the flea demon said sadly.

Inuyasha sniffled. "I don't think they're disgusting. I was just...surprised." Myoga sighed. "Lord Inuyasha, you've been alone for a very long time. Perhaps it's time to let someone, perhaps even two people, look after you and protect you."

"I tried that. TWICE! First Kikyo then Kagome. Look at me. I'm just an abomination. A freak. Everyone I love either leaves me or dies. I wish I were never freed from that tree. I-I wish I were never born! Then mabey everyone would be happier and I wouldn't of had to live this horrible life alone!" Inuyasha screamed.

The two demons in the bushes had had enough. "Inuyasha, how could you say such things! None of it's true. You are beautiful." Sesshomaru said as he knelt next to him. Kouga sat on the other side.

"I would never leave you Inuyasha. I love you. Besides, I refuse to be killed by that pathetic Naraku." he said as he took Inuyasha's hands in his own and smiled lovingly at him. Inuyasha smiled back at them both. Their moment was ruined by the sound of clapping behind them.

They turned to find Naraku dressed in his usual baboon fur. "How sentimental. It makes me absolutly sick!" He sneared. Sesshomaru and Kouga growled and tightened their protective hold on Inuyasha. All of a sudden, Kagome stepped from behind Naraku. "K-Kagome?" Inuyasha whispered.

Kagome took a step toward Inuyasha. "Inuyasha, I forgive you. Please, come with me to my time. Leave these filthy creatures behind and live a normal life with me." Kouga stood angrily. His fangs bared as he cracked his knuckles.

"He's not going anywhere with you bitch!" he snapped. Sesshomaru stood as well but kept close to Inuyasha to protect him. (I know Inuyasha would usually use Tetsuaiga but remember, he's really sick)

The battle started. Naraku, Sesshomaru, and Kouga exchanged blow after blow. Kagome took her chance. "Inuyasha?" Inuyasha glared. "Leave me alone-sneeze-bitch. I have no feelings for you anymore. I wish you hell." he said as his eyes flashed a dull red.

Kagome was angry now. "Inuyasha...you filthy half-breed...SIT!" Inuyasha was pulled to the ground so hard he was knocked unconcious.

At last, Naraku, like the coward he is, knew he had to retreat for now. "Kagome, let's go! Let the fools have their happy moment for now. We'll kill them all before long." With that he wrapped Kagome in his cloak and vanished.

Sesshomaru and Kouga ran to Inuyasha. "Quick, to the old woman's village." Sesshomaru said as he picked Inuyasha up gently. They set off as fast as they could toward Kaede's village.

Ice Demon Allysandra: I know it's a little short but it'll do 'til I get the next chapter up. Please review!