InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Decision from the Heart ❯ The Day of Reckoning ( Chapter 4 )

Chapter 4: Day of Reckoning

 

Kagome walked out of the forest. It had been so nice being able to relieve herself on Inuyasha's shoulders. `Maybe everything will turn out better than I thought.'

 

Inuyasha decided to stay behind in order to think about his decision some more.

 

When Kagome walked into Kaede's hut, she was greeted by Shippo.

 

“Good morning, Kagome! How did you sleep last night?”

 

“Oh, just fine. I was able to get some things off my chest, which was really nice.”

 

Apparently, no one had found out that she had spent most of the night and early morning out in the forest with Inuyasha.

 

“How are you feeling?” Sango asked.

 

“I'm just fine. Everything is just fine,” Kagome replied, wearing a big smile.

 

“I'm glad you're in a good mood today, what with it being the day of Inuyasha's decision and all.”

 

“I have a feeling that everything will turn out just fine,” Kagome lied. She really didn't know how it was going to turn out. She knew that one night was not going to change Inuyasha's decision completely. At least, maybe, it would help somewhat. Inuyasha now knew exactly how she felt about the whole ordeal.

 

After breakfast, Sango, Shippo, and Kagome decided to go bath in the hot springs. Miroku decided to stay and pray for Inuyasha.

 

Once they reached the hot springs, Sango, Shippo, and Kagome stripped their clothes off and dove right in.

 

“Ahhh, this feels so refreshing. This is just what I need to calm my nerves,” Kagome murmured.

 

“I know,” Sango replied. “It's perfect to just get everything off of your mind.”

 

“You said it,” Shippo rejoiced.

 

The two girls leaned back against some rocks, while Shippo floated on the water with an inner tube Kagome had given him. They all closed their eyes and let the water take over the bodies. It felt so nice to feel refreshed, like every worry and care was being washed away.

 

Kagome opened her eyes and looked up into the trees. `This is where I was when Inuyasha came to see me last night. I hope he's having an easier time now deciding what to do.'

 

After feeling like they were refreshed enough, they headed back to the village to get ready for the big event.

 

Upon returning to the village, each went to their own separate huts to get ready.

 

In Sango's hut, she pulled off her kimono and slipped on her warrior outfit. After making sure everything was on nicely, she put back on her kimono. Kirara looked on, not understanding why Sango was putting on her warrior gear. “We don't know what will happen tonight, Kirara. It's better safe than sorry,” Sango explained.

 

In Kagome's hut, she pulled off the uniform that she had been wearing since yesterday and put on a cleaner one. Shippo sat in the corner, trying to think of what Inuyasha would decide.

 

“Hey, Kagome?”

 

“Yes, Shippo?”

 

“What do you think Inuyasha will choose?”

 

“I…I don't know. Will just have to wait and see.”

 

`The jewel will decide what Inuyasha will truly choose. Inuyasha doesn't have as much say in it as he thinks,' Kagome thought to herself.

 

~@~@~The Moment of Truth~@~@~

 

Kagome clasped her hand around the pink, shiny ball around her neck, known as the Shikon No Tama. This little jewel, no bigger than a bouncy ball, would decide the fate of one of her closest friends; it could take him away or bring him closer to her. `Please bring him closer to me,' she prayed.

 

“It's okay, Kagome. Whatever happens, happens and that's all that we can do,” Sango reassured her.

 

“You're right. I know you're right. It's just…I'm afraid. I don't want to loose him.”

 

“None of us do,” Miroku chimed in.

 

Kagome took in a deep breath and let it out.

 

Inuyasha had asked for them all to gather around the tree where Inuyasha and Kagome first met.

 

`Why does he enjoy torturing me,' Kagome complained to herself.

 

Once they reached the foot of the tree, they all sat down and waited for Inuyasha to appear. It was a few moments before Inuyasha appeared from around the tree.

 

Kagome jumped up. She wanted to run to him and ask him if everything was okay. She wanted to feel his arms wrapped around her. It felt so comforting being in his arms; so right.

 

“Hey, Inuyasha.”

 

That was all that was able to come out of her mouth. Her voice was shaking and trying to find a way to escape from her. She was able though to say one last thing before she cracked down.

 

“Are you ready?”

 

Inuyasha nodded. How majestic he appeared. He was so calm, so decisive. He knew what he wanted and nothing was going to stop him.

 

“Yes,” he coolly responded.

 

Kagome lifted her hand and put it down her shirt. When she pulled it out, her hand was placed around the jewel. She brought the necklace that was holding the jewel around her neck up over her head. She shook her head to allow the jewel to slip away from her hair.

 

Once the jewel was around, she held her hand out to display the shinning jewel to everyone. Inuyasha's eyes were captured by the jewel, but the look wasn't like that of her dreams. It was more controlled, not menacing. Her heart jumped at the welcomed sight. `Things will be just fine.'

 

“Here it is, Inuyasha; the completed jewel. This is what we've been working for for so long. It's now yours. Take it and do what you will with it.”

 

Inuyasha's hand approached the enchanting jewel. `All our hard work has led to this; this tiny jewel that will decide the fate of my future.'

 

He placed his hand on top of the jewel, allowing it to rest there for a second. Kagome's heart raced. She wanted to hold onto his hand. She wanted to take it and make it hers with a kiss, but she held back. This was Inuyasha's time.

 

He wrapped his hand around the jewel and picked it up off of Kagome's hand. Tears fell from her eyes. That was it. That was the end. She had nothing to do anymore; no more responsibilities. Her duties were over. All that was left was this final moment, the moment where Inuyasha would make his decision on whether to stay or go.

 

 

 

Okay, I've decided to not end it right now. What I want to do is let you guys decide and tell me how you want this story to end. It'll be a poll: should he become a demon, a human, or stay the same. Let me know what you think and I'll finish this story. It's actually been really fun writing this story. I didn't think that I'd have this much fun doing it. It's all thanks to you guys that read and review. Without you, there would be no reason for me to keep going. Please vote and tell me how you want it to end!!!