InuYasha Fan Fiction / Yu Yu Hakusho Fan Fiction ❯ Not the Only One ❯ Healing ( Chapter 36 )

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Hello, minna-san! As promised, I've returned! (Yes, it's been another year. Yes, I have more pathetic excuses...)

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It means so much to me that people are still loving this story, four years later. This fic was nominated over at IFG a couple of years ago, and it means so much to me to be nominated again. All of my readers are so dear to me, and I really love you all. You've stuck by me throughout the good times and the bad, and I can never repay you all. I hope you will continue to support me and my work.


Last time:

“What is it, Hiei?” Kagome asked, her stomach churning. She had visions of Inuyasha returning and killing Kurama, or vise versa.“Kurama's mother...” Hiei spoke seriously. “She's been taken back into hospital...”miko started, as though an electric volt was trapped in her veins."Kurama's mother..." the words seemed to drop out of the air, and Kagome felt the world spin on its axis as she took in their meaning.

Chapter note. I looked everywhere, but I can't find out the fictional name of Kurama and Yusuke's towns, only their schools. For this purpose, Kurama's hometown will be called 'Meiosanruku'.
Chapter 36
Healing

Kagome took a few moments to absorb the information, her heart beating erratically as she considered the implications of Hiei's words.
“Where is Kurama now?” Kagome asked.
“He's taken the bullet train to his home town. Unfortunately he can't turn into his kitsune form at will yet, so that was the fastest option.”
“I don't even know where he lives!” The miko exclaimed, jumping up out of bed, and grabbing her trusty yellow backpack. She began to riffle through drawers, her hands shaking as she tried to focus on what she might need.
“I do. And I can get you there in half an hour, so slow down.”
The miko paused at this information. “Couldn't you have taken Kurama? Wouldn't it have been quicker?”
“Yes. But it would have taken some explaining to his mother's partner and step son.”
“Ahh.” Kagome nodded. Sometimes, she forgot humans weren't in sync with the youkai world she knew of.

After a whirlwind of a shower, Kagome pulled on jeans and a comfortable blue sweatshirt. She packed an overnight bag, ensuring the shikon and her rose pendant were fastened around her neck.
I don't need a hunk of silver to even guess how Kurama will be feeling. His mother is the most precious thing to him in the whole world.
The miko felt a small stab in her heart, but she immediately chided herself.
 It's only right. After all, mama is so important to me too.
With that thought, Kagome went into her mother's room and kissed her on the cheek. She awoke, smiling as she looked on her daughter's face.
“Going down the well, Kagome?”
The miko's heart tore a little as she realised that was something she probably would not be able to do in the future. But unable to think of a better excuse, she simply nodded, and waved goodbye.
 Since when did my life become a complication of lies?

It certainly wasn't the most comfortable of rides. Though it did help that Kagome had spent years travelling through the Edo period on Inuyasha's back. Now she was clutching onto the small hybrid youkai for dear life. She had gotten used to heights, thankfully- and speed whenever Kouga was around. But this was an extreme. Hiei travelled with such a swiftness the miko felt like she was getting a facelift. She hid into his black cloak, understanding now why he covered all his skin for most of the time. He certainly wasn't the gentlest, and Kagome thanked the Kami of fashion she had chosen today to wear jeans, and not a skirt.
Hiei bounced from rooftop to rooftop, and the miko had no idea where they were, nor did she dare open her mouth to ask, in case she swallowed a bird, or something similarly airborne. She had given up trying to keep her hood over her head, and concentrated more on holding onto Hiei, and simultaneously, the straps of her backpack.
Just as she began to lose feeling in her fingers and nose, Hiei slowed down. His sprint through the sky lessened to a bolt, then finally a jog. Kagome opened her eyes, and realised they were outside a hospital.
“So, how am I going to explain how I got here?” Kagome asked, suddenly realising the family she hadn't met would be wondering how Kurama's girlfriend made record time.
“Say you got the next train,” Hiei shrugged. “To be honest, I think they'll have more on their mind.”
The little youkai peered up at the white sterile building towering over them. His third eye gleamed under his bandanna.
“Third floor, room 303. He knows you're here, and will meet you in the corridor.”
With that, he bounded into a tree.

After ten minutes of being lost and finally being pointed down the right corridor by a friendly nurse, Kagome found him. Kurama was leaning outside the open window, a breeze tousling his red locks over his shoulder. His white shirt was untucked from his blue jeans, and looked slightly creased. His eyes seemed far away, and he took a moment to register her presence.
“Kagome,” his voice was light, desperate. His eyes were empty, and purple shadows marred the skin underneath.
“Kurama-kun...” The miko approached him, arms outstretched. Although he was significantly taller, he curled around her, as if being supported by her slender frame. Kagome rubbed his back in soothing circles, and she could tell her was inhaling her scent, finding comfort from the familiarity.
 “Thank you for coming. I apologise for not telling you personally...”
“Not at all!” Kagome exclaimed. “You had others things to handle, I'm sure. How...how is she?”
Kurama's eyes darkened further. “Not good. Whatever it was, it has came back. They've brought a specialist in, but to little avail.”
The avatar closed his eyes as though in pain. “That damn mirror. I should have known an evil artefact wouldn't keep it's promise. Or perhaps, my behaviour has not been befitting the promise kept.”
“I don't believe that,” Kagome replied, stroking the kitsune's hair. “For all we know, it may be something completely different. I'm sure there will be a solution...”
“If only I knew what she ailed from, I could possibly heal her...”
The miko blinked, her hand stalling. “Heal? Could I possibly...what if I tried to heal her?”
Kurama's eyes flashed open. He grasped the miko's hand, and he was shaking slightly.
“Kagome...do you think it is possible?”
“I don't want to make any promises...” Kagome said softly, not wanting to raise Kurama's hopes. “But it's worth a try, ne?”
Kurama nodded. “We can't do it now, not with my family here and the doctors around. But tonight...we'll come back, and try it then.”
Kagome smiled, happy to help. “Finally I can repay the favour I owe you and Yoko.”

Kagome had to admire Shiori's spirits. Despite this being the second time the woman was facing death, she remained upbeat and cheerful, chatting to Kagome about what she had been up to recently. Her new husband sat quietly, occasionally leaving the room to 'take some fresh air'. Kagome could see he wasn't coping with the situation too well. Likewise, Kurama's stepbrother Suuichi was sitting silently, staring at all the wires and bleeping machines as if it was part of a robot from one of his favourite anime. Kurama did his best to add to the conversation, but she could see he was struggling. She was almost glad when the nurse came in and informed them that visiting was now over.
After making sure his mother was equipped with all the necessities to ensure a peaceful night, Kurama and Kagome left for a nearby guest house.
“I would have taken you to my childhood home,” Kurama explained as they got a taxi, “But we can't talk privately there. Plus, I think my step-father and brother need some quality time alone right now, after what they are going through.”
“I understand...” Kagome replied. The guest house was like one of the many she had stayed at over the years during school trips or outing with her friends and family. A simple four tatami room, with a low table, and futons in the cupboard. Kurama had paid extra for an en-suite which had a toilet and shower. They also had use of the large Japanese bath in the shared bathing facilities.
Kurama decided to go freshen up, as he couldn't even remember the last time he had showered. Even though it was early evening, Kagome went for a hot soak in the tub, glad the guest house was pretty deserted at this time. The couple then decided to go for a quick nap, as their visit to the hospital would need to be very late indeed, in order to access Shiori uninterrupted.
Kagome couldn't help comparing the situation as she soothingly rubbed Kurama's back. It had been only twenty four hours before that the kitsune had been consoling her. Now, she was trying to relieve some of Kurama stress and anguish at his mother's illness. He lay quietly on his stomach, head propped up on his arms, as the miko gently massaged his shoulders, remembering how she had done the same with Yoko not so long ago.
They were silent, neither wishing to begin the debate on whether or not they could save Shiori's life. The miko ran her fingers reassuringly through the scarlet trails of the avatar's hair.
Please, please let me be able to help Kurama's mother.

At around one in the morning, the unlikely trio consisting of a miko, a kitsune avatar and a hybrid youaki snuck into the Meiosanruku General Hospital. The lights were dimmed, and the corridors mainly quiet save for the humming of the vending machines and whispering night duty nurses.
Hiei took the lead, his Jagan scanning the building for anyone approaching towards them. They hid in doorways as doctors passed. They slid along the floor at odd angles to avoid the eyes of the cameras stationed on the walls. The highly disinfectant smell clogged the kitsune's nose, and he was grateful for the hybrid's participation in the mission. Without him, they would have most certainly been caught.
     Finally they reached the third floor undetected. Kagome could feel nervous adrenaline pumping through her veins. To go through all this effort, and not to be able to do anything...she couldn't bare the thought.Kurama's mother was sleeping peacefully, aided a little by the lavender spring he had left under her pillow. He did not want to have to drug his mother, but took precautions against her waking up. It would take too much explaining if she woke up mid-healing.
Hiei stationed himself at the door, ready to alert them to anyone passing by. The door had a panel of glass, and although frosted, the light from Kagome's miko powers would draw attention.
       Kagome could feel herself tingling with nerves. She felt queasy, as if she had just eaten something out of date. Kurama gave her hand a squeeze. There was anticipation in his eyes, but he told her gently- “Just do your best, Kagome. It will be difficult because we don't know the direct cause.”
      Nodding, the miko stepped towards the bed. Careful not to wake the sleeping woman with any sudden or loud movements, she took every action slowly. The scent of lavender hung in the room, sweet and calming. She raised her palms over Shiori's body, closed her eyes, and concentrated.

Inuyasha was in turmoil. Kagome had fled from him, in tears, and it was clear this was not a time he was to follow.
I'll let her sleep on it. She'll feel better in the morning. Then we can return to the way we were.
The hanyou fooled himself with this pretence. He returned to the past, feeling as though he was missing something, though he had not even registered his forgotten katana. He lay on the roof of Kaede's hut, not wishing to speak to the inhabitants inside. The sky was cloudy, the air humid. Soul snatchers called, but Inuyasha ignored them. He feigned sleep, and kept living the lie until the next morning, when he visited Kagome's bedroom to find her long gone, his sword propped up against her bedroom wall.

The hospital was air conditioned, but the sweat was lashing from the miko as she sought out the source of Shiori's condition. Her hair stuck uncomfortably to the back of her neck- her sweatshirt was soaked within minutes. Kurama stood opposite, watching and unable to help. He wanted to do something, move her hair or fan her, but he knew that would interrupt the complicated flow. As before, the miko magic had an unhinging affect on the youkai present. Hiei increased his barrier, trying to not think back on the two occasions he had been blasted by the miko; Kurama gritted his teeth and clenched his fists. Even though they both knew they were in no danger, the girl's aura became threatening as she poured out considerable power.
     Hiei lifted his head, indicating to Kurama that someone was about to walk down the corridor. Kagome's purple ki was too bright to hide, so the little youkai infiltrated the human's mind and gently nudged them. Said human suddenly remembered an urgent task, and walked the other way.             

A few moments later, Kagome dropped her hands. Kurama was by her side, and offered her a bottle of water, which she gulped down gladly.            
&nbs p;     “It's harder than I thought...” Kagome panted. “I'm having to go deep, much deeper into another person's spirit than I've ever been before. It's difficult not to get lost completely...”
       Kurama took a hair tie from his back pocket, which he often used when gardening. The miko thanked him, tying her long hair back into a bun, and wiping away the sweat from her neck with a tissue.
        After another drink, she was about to start again when Hiei held up his hand. Then, with a downwards flap, he motioned to them to get down. Obeying, Kurama and Kagome sank to a crouch on the floor. Hiei stood against the wall, as two cleaners went by with a trolley and a mop. They waited in silence until they passed through the corridor. Kagome could feel her heart beating fast. Hiei finally indicated they could get up.
   “It would have been too difficult to re-direct them both,” he explained. Kurama nodded, and seeing Kagome was about to attempt again, the avatar placed a hand on her shoulder.             &nb sp;                         &nb sp;      
     & nbsp;“Wait,” he whispered. “Let me hold you this time, as you try. I can act as an anchor to this world, and perhaps you can dig deeper.”
       Kagome bit her lip. “But won't it be difficult, holding me when I'm using such strong powers? It could hurt you?”
        Kurama smiled, shaking his head. “If it helps you and mother, I can withstand a little pain...”
        Kagome smiled back, and nodded. “Okay- let's try it!”
        Hiei repressed a shudder as he watched the kitsune wrap his arms around the miko's waist. To be as close to the girl as the kitsune was, while she was using purification power, would be akin to torture. Yet, he thought, if it was for the sake of Yukina's life, he too would undertake it.

          Fe eling Kurama's body heat through her back, and his arms around her waist, the miko felt more confident and calm. Her hands were still as she raised them over Shiori this time, and took another plunge into the woman's soul. It took a gruelling ten minutes for Kagome to finally locate the problem. As her spirit level increased, she could feel Kurama tightening his grip. His head rested on her shoulder, and he nuzzled comfortingly into her neck.
            ;It took all of Kurama's strength not to pull away. It was a battle of will and wits; his ki was threatened by the strength of the magic and wished to flee. Although he had witnessed Kagome heal before, in the past and present, never before had her powers been so honed and potent. Even Hiei, who could stand still for hours, was shuffling uneasily at the vibes flowing from the miko's fingertips.
      
Kagome could feel her energy becoming sapped, and was glad for the power nap she had taken early. Her body, weary with standing, began to shake with fatigue. Kurama held her closer, supporting her upright as she continued the healing. With one final last push, the miko forced her healing power into Shiori's body. The woman's skin glowed, as if hit by the moonlight. Kurama couldn't contain gasp as he felt Kagome's aura battle with his own in the contained space. Hiei's Jagan glowed menacingly under his bandanna, reading to attack if his master was threatened.
Then, as quickly as flicking a light switch, the room plunged into darkness. Kagome slumped, and Kurama tightened his grip around her waist instinctively. He cursed as the girl fainted in his arms. Hiei was suddenly by his side, aware that the kitsune was himself weakened and couldn't support the miko alone.
“I'm sure she done enough,” the hybrid youaki reassured his comrade, effortlessly swinging the miko onto his back as Kurama gripped the metal hospital bed rail. The kitsune slowly pushed himself back onto his feet, his hands shaking from the energy still singing in his skin.
“I hope so, Hiei. I really hope so.”

Kagome awoke, disorientated. She fumbled around in the dark, the futon trapping her legs and making her think she was in Kaede's hut. Panic engulfed her, as it so often did- was it all a dream?
“Hey,” a soft, familiar voice broke her panic. She turned to see Kurama, soft green eyes piercing the darkness.
 “Hey...” The miko softly replied, reaching out. The kitsune pulled her into his body, running his hands slowly through her hair.
 “How are you feeling? I'm surprised you're awake- you were pretty drained...”
Kagome snuggled into Kurama's chest, his scent calming her down and making her comfortable.
 “Oh, the healing!” The miko sat bolt up right, almost touching noses with the avatar. “Did it go well? I guess I fainted...”
   “Yes, you pushed yourself too far, as always!” Kurama sighed, kissing the miko softly on the lips. “But, I cannot thank you enough for doing so. We'll need to wait until the morning to see how mother is.”
  Kagome sighed, laying her head on Kurama's shoulder. With ease, he sank back onto the floor, pulling Kagome with him, cradling her in his arms.
      “What if I haven't healed her?” Kagome asked suddenly, voicing the thoughts bouncing around the couple's heads.
      “Don't, Kagome...”
     “I'm sorry. I'm just so worried. I'd feel so guilty if...”
      “Kagome, please-” the kitsune cut her off, burying his face in her hair. “I can't bear it, love. If the worst comes to the worst, we will have to deal with it.”
       Kagome nodded, and seeking the avatar's hand in the dark, gripped it tightly, and placed it over her heart.

If she hadn't been so exhausted from the healing, the miko doubted she would have slept at all. As it was, her sleep was troubled, with dark and foggy dreams. Kurama watched her dose, unable to succumb himself. Instead he contented himself to watch her beautiful face, and run his fingertips over her eyelids, nose and lips.
At nine o'clock they rose silently, bathing and eating breakfast with little conversation. Kagome pushed her rice and natto around with her chopsticks, unable to even take a smallest bite. Kurama sipped his black coffee with a shudder.
    “Nasty stuff,” he remarked, gaining a giggle from the miko. She still managed to look pretty, despite her lack of sleep. Her raven hair was tied up in messy bun, and her skin, though make-up free, was clear and pale.

They made their way to the hospital in silence, holding hands for support. Hiei stayed away- he had played his role, and this was family business now.
They arrived on the third floor, and as they neared Shiori's room, crying could be heard.
 “Oh no...” Kagome couldn't help murmering. She raised a hand to her mouth, as Kurama let go, and ran up the the door, pulling it open with a bang, his red hair flaming behind him.
    “Mother?” he questioned urgently.
       Kagome couldn't move, glued to the spot in the corridor. She saw Kurama's shoulders slump and she covered her eyes as tears threatened. What have I done?
     “Kurama, dear!” Kagome couldn't believe her ears- that was Shiori's voice! “I'm all better! I've made a complete recovery!”

After much crying and hugging and exclamations, Kurama and Kagome left Shiori with her over the moon husband.
    “It's a miracle!” he kept repeating, a dazed expression on his face.
     Kagome kissed Shiori on the cheek as she left. “I'm so glad to hear you're okay,” she smiled. Shiori felt a buzz of static electricity at the kiss, and started. Dismissing it, she smiled back at her son's girlfriend. “Thank you for coming all the way to visit, Kagome. You're a good girl!”
    “A good girl, indeed!” Kurama acknowledged, sweeping Kagome up off her feet as soon as they were out of sight of the hospital. After spinning her around, he held her face, gazing deeply into her eyes, before seizing her lips in a kiss. Kagome felt her heart brim with happiness. Who could have thought it would turn out like this?
       Kurama eventually had to let the miko go so they could regain some oxygen. The kitsune's smile was splitting his face- “Now, I'm going to spoil you rotten, Miss Higarashi!”
          ;
Kurama was immune to the miko's protests as they took a taxi to the most exclusive shopping precinct in the area.
    “Please, Kurama-kun! I was simply returning a favour- hell, I would have done it anyway! I don't need anything in return!”
      “I know,” the avatar grinned, his green eyes gleaming. “But you deserve it. Plus, I've never gotten the chance to treat a girlfriend before- so indulge me.”
      Kurama clasped Kagome's hand tightly as they entered the first of many boutique shops. From the corner of her eye, the miko could see the avatar was excited as a child in a candy store. She contained a laugh- just like Yoko, he has expensive taste, ne?
It was interesting to see this new side of Kurama. He bought her clothes, flattering dresses and pretty skirts, cute shoes and matching handbags. The more she tried to protest, the more he spent. He persuaded her to follow him into a jewellers shop, and Kagome felt her heart clamp.
     “You've already given me so much jewellery...” she trailed off, nervously.
        “No- Yoko has,” Kurama corrected her with a smile, “I've yet to give you anything myself.”
Kagome swallowed hard as they wandered over to the rings, where an attentive blonde female immediately fawned over Kurama. He pointed to two different choices and the sales assistant  fished the key from around her neck to open the glass cabinet. The avatar turned to see Kagome standing nearby.
           220;Hey...” he chuckled, tugging her hand and placing a kiss on it. “Don't freak out on me. I'm not proposing to you or anything. I just thought it would be nice to get those couple rings that girls are always talking about in my class.”
          220;Oh!” Kagome immediately blushed crimson. Not that she didn't want Kurama to propose to her...but he had imagined it would be romantic than this. Relieved, she joined him at the counter.             &nb sp;         “Do you like these, m'am?” the assistant asked, holding out the matching rings on a tray. They were simple, a white gold band for the man, while the female version was thinner, with a  small oval diamond at the top.
             “They're perfect,” beamed Kagome.

They passed a make-up counter after indulging in a Italian lunch, and Kagome's cheeks hurt from smiling. A friendly girl approached her with the latest best-selling perfume, offering Kagome an introductory price. The scent was sweet and fresh, and the miko was interested for a split second until Kurama blew the girl off, pulling her away.
       “What's up?” Kurama joked. “Have we exhausted the bank of Kurama today?”
         &nb sp;The avatar grinned slyly and tweaked the miko's nose. “Not quite. But I don't want you wearing perfume- it blocks your natural scent, which is far more delectable!”
Kagome giggled, and wrapped her arms around Kurama's neck, planting a large kiss on the kitsune's mouth. “Thank you so much today. It was so wonderful to just be a normal couple for a change! I really enjoyed it!” As they hugged, Kurama closed his eyes, and unbidden, the memories of the past he had been neglecting in the last few days hit him like a train.
Kuroune's death was sooner than I thought. I've miscalculated. The Yoko of the past is due to meet his end sooner than we perceived...
Yoko's voice, which had been silent recently, filtered clearly into Kurama's mind. Shocked, he tried to hide his emotions from Kagome. That night, while the miko bathed, he wrote a message, finishing by sealing it into a seed. Later on, he slipped it into the sleeping Kagome's hair.


So, pathetic reasons why it's taken me a year to update. Hold onto yer hats!
1- It's been my last year of uni. Aka no more half assed attempts, I've had to give it my all these last eight months. Many of my classes have been hands on, such as my theatre class where we had to put on a production (I acted and did set design) and my publishing class, in which we're creating a literary journal (it's called Maement- google it! I'm fiction editor)
2- I broke up with my bf
3- My house got broken into in feb, and they made off with a lot of my stuff including laptop, ipod and £700 of my jewellery. Not only was this heartbreaking, but it was a nightmare trying to return to reality
4- I've been writing this fic since wayyy back in 2007. Since then, my writing has increasingly improved and changed. I don't have time to fix this fic despite it's many mistakes (multiple point of views, WHAT WAS I THINKING??) So I'm just going to continue and finish it neatly. I've got many other ideas for fics but I'm most likely going to start working on original stuff, after all, my end goal is to be a published author ^^
5- Fanfiction.net changed it's damn format since I've been away and I CANNOT work the thing. Where are my reviews?? Where is live preview?? After years of writing fan fiction, I finally feel old and out of place!
6- I've been pretty ill the last two months, contracting a chest infection which caused me to tear my right intercostal muscles because I wasn't able to rest and was pushing myself in eight hour drama rehearsals every day. I've still not fully healed, but it's getting there.

Thanks for your patience guys, it means the world to me. Every time I got a review I just wanted to drop all my uni stuff and return to this chapter, but it was impossible. Hopefully you all understand and continue to support me and my work!

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Thanks for all your compliments! I think my European use of words is something many reviewers find interesting, and I'm glad you all bear with me!
With regards to the avatar thing, I do my best to use Kurama, kistune, red head etc, but it is very difficult finding new words to use for Kurama. Avatar is my favourite- but now you've mentioned it, I will keep an eye on it and try and use it less!! ^^ Sorry if you think some of the scenes have been off or unexplained- there is a slight air of mystery I'm trying to keep up here, and I fear I might be losing some along the way! Glad you like my characterisation of Kagome- too many fics I've seen her stomp away fron Inu like it's nothing and fall into bed with another guy. I guess the secret is I really love Inu, but I love Kurama too! Wahh, hope your paper went well, and good luck with exams and shizz! Thanks for the insightful review ^^
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Oft! It's been a while since I've had to do that ^^

On a side note, please understand I've been writing this fic since I was 17. I am now 21 (going on 22, eek) and so yes, my spelling/grammar/imagery isn't as good at the start of this fic. It's an organic process, ne? Just wait and see what other lovely fiction I have lined up for you beauties this summer ^.~

Kawaii-Keke-Chan
!xox!






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