InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Something To Talk About ❯ What's In A Name ( Chapter 11 )

When Kikyo and Suikotsu arrived at the hospital, both were pale-faced and scared to death. Neither would sit near Sesshomaru and continued to glare at him and his group of friends, who had arrived shortly before they did.

Kagome's mother sobbed, and clung to Souta as she babbled about how she could not lose her little baby girl. Rolling her eyes, Kikyo was about to reply to the woman, but Suikotsu grabbed her hand, and shook his head.

“Now is not the time, my love. Let's just concentrate on Kagome and pray that she makes it.” He whispered.

Nodding, Kikyo's eyes shifted over to Sesshomaru and she noticed that Inu Yasha continued to divide his time by going back and forth, glaring at Sesshomaru one minute, and then at Kagome's bodyguard the next.

She patted her husband's hand and walked over to the hanyou, who straightened up the moment he saw her approach. They had come to a comfortable agreement to try and be friendly, at least for Tsukiko's sake. So far, so good.

“Hey, have you heard anything about her condition?” She asked, her voice low. Sighing, Inu Yasha shrugged and replied, “Right now, all we know is that she has internal bleeding. She is in surgery and we can't get any further information than that.”

Kikyo appeared thoughtful and then walked back over to Suikotsu. After a few moments, he nodded and got up, walked over to the nurse's station and began to speak quietly to the woman. After several moments, he turned and ran his fingers nervously through his hair.

His wife walked over to him and pulled him aside. “Well?” She demanded, her concern for her cousin growing by the moment.

“Honey, it's worse than what Inu Yasha was told.” He said, his face even paler than before. “Kikyo, Kagome has a very serious head injury. Right now, they are not even clear if she will ever wake up again.”

Kikyo stared at her husband for a moment, and then burst into tears, her grief for her cousin melting all of her restraint. Sobbing, she flung herself into her husband's arms and completely ignored Sesshomaru when he approached them.

“You have news about Kagome. What is going on?” He asked, his tone cold, but still curious. He called his father after the first update, but now, it appeared that things were getting much worse.

Suikotsu calmly repeated what he told Kikyo and watched as the tall youkai process the information. Without another word, Sesshomaru turned and walked back to his seat, ignoring the curious glances from his friends.

They sat in the waiting room for nearly five and a half hours before the doctor finally came out to greet them. He was a large hanyou, with kind eyes and a very nice smile. He introduced himself as Dr. Jinengi Sumo.

Suikotsu stood up and walked over to the large man, offering his hand and greeting him. “It is good to see you again, Jinengi. Tell me, how is Kagome?” He asked, his voice slightly shaking.

Jinengi shook his head. “I really wish that I could offer you better news, but as you know, Suikotsu, head wounds are very serious. If she wakes up, it will be nothing short of a miracle, and there is no telling what kind of damage has been done. As far as the internal bleeding, we managed to stop it and will keep her in intensive care for a few days to make sure that she doesn't begin to bleed again. Until her condition changes, all we can do is wait and pray. I'm sorry, but that is all that I can tell you.” He said, his eyes traveling over the group of people who were listening.

Suikotsu nodded and watched as Kikyo stepped forward, and accepted the hug that Jinengi offered to her. “I am so glad that you were the one taking care of her, Jinengi. I can't think of anyone I would rather have taking care of her. Please, can we see her?” She begged, not caring if she sounded desperate.

Jinengi pondered for a moment, but then nodded. “You may see her, Kikyo. I know how close you are, and I think that perhaps it may do her a world of good to hear your voice. After that, I would prefer if she were left alone for a couple of days, just so that she can rest and begin her healing, even if it is just her body that heals.” He explained.

Nodding, Kikyo followed the large hanyou and disappeared behind a set of doors. When they were gone, Sesshomaru turned to Goshinki and asked, “What meetings did Kagome have scheduled for this week?”

Goshinki shrugged. “I don't know. All her appointments are in her black book, and that is back at the suite. Why?” He asked, his guilt over Kit's injury eating him alive.

“I will be taking over for her until she is able to resume her responsibilities.” He said, his voice void of any emotion. Though, inside, his emotions were quickly going into overload. He had to leave, to get away and think about everything that had transpired.

Goshinki sighed. “I will bring the book to you this afternoon. Then, if you need me for anything else, call here. I am still her bodyguard and I won't leave her, and if that hanyou doesn't like it, he can fuck off.” He growled. Turning, he stomped to the exit and disappeared, intent on getting the book and getting back to the hospital.

Kouga moved to stand beside Sesshomaru. “She is going to be alright, right?” He asked, his blue eyes worried. He could not believe that they were even standing there, in a hospital, with Kagome fighting for her life. It seemed that no matter what she did, life found a way to fuck her over.

Sesshomaru did not reply. Turning, he glanced down at Yura and said, “Wait here for Goshinki to return. Bring me the book and be quick about it.”

Yura perked up and eagerly nodded. Finally, a chance to show Sesshomaru her worth. She walked over and perched in a chair, her eyes glued to the double doors. She was not going to let her dream youkai down.

Bankotsu quietly told Souta to take his mother home and that he would be in touch. When they were gone, Bankotsu walked over to Suikotsu and gave him a hard stare. “Ok, what are we not being told?” He demanded.

Suikotsu shrugged. “As Jinengi said, head wounds are very serious. Many things could happen and until she wakes up, we won't know the extent of the damage. But, I have to wonder why she was driving at that hour anyways? Goshinki always drives Kagome, so why was she driving herself and where was she going?”

Sesshomaru did not speak. He could not allow himself to utter the words he knew that he should say. Turning on his heel, he walked to the exit and walked outside, pulling his cell phone out of his pocket as he walked. He dialed his father's phone number and waited for the elder Taisho to pick up.

When his father finally answered, Sesshomaru explained what happened and listened to his father's unsteady breath. Once he was able, Inu Taisho promised to call the administrator of the hospital and have Kagome moved to a more private and comfortable room that was usually reserved for patients who were considered to be V.I.P.'s.

Satisfied that his father would follow through with his promise, he pressed the disconnect button and unlocked his car. When he was safely inside the plush interior of his expensive vehicle with its dark, tinted windows, he allowed his cold demeanor to break and he placed his head in his hands. It seemed that he could never do right by Kagome and this was yet another example of that fact.

Taking in a deep breath, he started his car and drove out of the parking space and went directly over to his father's house to tell his son what happened to his mother. However, when he arrived, he was grateful to learn that his father explained to Tsukikomaru about his mother and was currently comforting the sobbing pup when he walked into the house.

The elder Taisho stared up at his son and shrugged. “I think that for the next couple of days, the pups should remain here. I have spoken to Tsukiko's nanny and she agrees with me. She has offered her assistance, and I have accepted. Oh, and I called Hiro Nanisu over at the hospital, and he is going to have Kagome moved as soon as possible. She will still be watched over very carefully, but she will be in a more comfortable bed and will still be considered in intensive care.” He explained.

Before he could thank his father, Tsukiko lifted his tear-stained face and whimpered, “I want my mama. I want to go and see her. Daddy Houjo died all alone, and I don't want mama to die alone. Please grandpa, I want to see mama.”

A lump rose in Sesshomaru's throat and he moved to kneel before his son. “I promise you, Tsukiko, I will take you to see your mother as soon as she wakes up. But, for now, we have to let her sleep so that she can get well. Do you understand?” He asked.

“But, what if she wakes up and is all alone? What if no one wants to talk to her?” Tsukiko asked, his bottom lip quivering as all of his childish thoughts filtered through his head as he began to imagine his mother waking up all alone.

Inu Taisho patted the pup on his head and smiled down at him. “Your mother will have Goshinki. She will not be alone, I promise.”

A smile crossed the pup's lips as he stared up at his grandfather. Satisfied that his mother would not wake up alone, Tsukiko wiggled off his lap and ran to find Rin.

When they were alone, Inu Taisho shook his head. “I hope that I didn't just lie to him. I know what head wounds mean for humans.” He muttered.

Sesshomaru nodded and glanced at the door when the butler announced the arrival of the elderly nanny. Kaede walked in and quickly shook the hand of Inu Taisho before shooting Sesshomaru a glare that made his usual glare seem friendly.

“Are you proud of yourself, Mr. Taisho? Are you satisfied with your handy work?” She demanded, her good eye glaring at him with all of the hate that she felt. Her other eye wandered around the room, not really focusing on anything.

Inu Taisho stared at his son and the elderly nanny, but didn't say a word. He had a feeling that he would have to have a very long talk with Sesshomaru when they were alone.

After Tsukiko and Kaede were reunited, Inu Taisho pointed at a chair and sternly said, “Explain what in the hell she was talking about and don't think about trying to lie.”

So, Sesshomaru explained and when he was done, he was almost positive that his father would revert to his large youkai form. However, the elder Taisho managed to control himself and glared at his son.

“So, because she was so damned upset, she drove herself and got into the accident. Well, way to go, son. This is just yet another thing that Kagome can hate you for.” He snapped.

Sesshomaru nodded and didn't even try to offer any kind of excuses. Excuses were beneath him. All he could do now was step into Kagome's shoes and toe all of her responsibility for the time she needed to recover; if she recovered.

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After five tense days, Kagome was finally listed in stable condition. Jinengi allowed her to have visitors and smiled when he came into her room to find it packed with guests. He shook his head and moved towards his patient to exam her head wound.

As he looked her over, Kagome let out a soft groan, causing the doctor to pause and then lean down next to her ear.

As the room's occupants held their breath, Jinengi softly said, “Kagome, I need you to open your eyes. Can you do that for me?”

At first, Kagome's eyelashes fluttered, and she moved her head restlessly from side to side. Sesshomaru felt his father's claw dig into his shoulder as hope began to spring within them.

Finally, slowly, her eyes opened, and she winced at the bright light. Jinengi smiled and nodded his head. Softly, he told her to try and follow his light pen with her eyes and when she managed to follow his directions, though it was clear that she was in a lot of pain, he nodded and murmured to Suikotsu that he was ordering tests for her.

Once the doctor left the room, Kagome blinked rapidly and lifted her hand to her head. She winced when she touched the bandage and whispered, “What happened to me?”

Goshinki gently removed her hand from her head and held it in his large claw. He gave her a gentle smile and replied, “You were in an accident, Kit. Don't worry, though. We have made sure that everything has been taken care of while you were recovering.”

Kagome frowned and cocked her head, confusion clear on her face. “Kit? Who is that?” She mused, her eyes narrowing.

Everyone in the room grew quiet and finally, Goshinki calmly said, “You are Kit. Kit Yurakami.”

Kagome stared at the large youkai and shook her head, though it was a very slow shake. “No. I'm sorry, but that is not my name. My name is Kagome Higurashi.”