Inuyasha sat near a cliff staring out at into the distance as the sun started to set over the feudal area world. Naraku had just gained a new body by completing most of the sacred jewel and destroying a entire mountain in the process. Though what upset Inuyasha most of all at the moment was the fact that he was hurt because Naraku killed Kikyo when trying out his new body. After the battle hadn't been the same and his companions could tell his change, especially Kagome. Inuyasha had searched the entire night after Kikyo died for her body and Kagome had stayed awake worrying about him. When he came back he didn't say anything except he was okay, but Kagome knew he wasn't. Now it's about a weak later and they were back on there normal trips around Japan.
Kagome stared at him as he continued to stare out at the sunset. The light shined perfectly off his hair. Inuyasha…are you ever going to be alright? She walked over and sat against the rock he was sitting on himself. She looked back up at him and stared at his back. Sango and Miroku were busy on the other side of the fire, Miroku being slapped again and Miroku complaining. Shippo was running around playing with his fox magic and trying to catch butterflies, such a young child to be a demon. Kagome sighed as she looked back at the fire wishing Inuyasha would join them for once. As she wished this she heard the sound of Inuyasha stand up and land next to her. Kagome looked up at Inuyasha who stared back down at her with a sad look. "Hey." Kagome gave him a confused look. "Come with me?"
As Kagome walked with Inuyasha she watched him still looking confused. Inuyasha soon stopped under a tree and leaned back against tree. "I'm sorry for the way I have been acting." Kagome watched Inuyasha surprised, it wasn't often he said he was sorry. "Inuyasha…it's…it's alright, I understand." Inuyasha shook his head and pulled her tightly against him in a tight hug. Kagome gasped, even though she had been hugged many times before by Inuyasha she was still surprised when he shows this random emotions. "Inuyasha…what are you…" Inuyasha tightened his grip on her. "Kagome…I…" Kagome felt her heart beating louder and louder. Then the sound of thunder filled there hears interrupting them. Inuyasha sniffed the air around them. "A demon is coming."
Naraku was in his mansion staring at the demons in front of him with a small smirk on his face. The demon was in the shape of a old man and wore a black kimono. Attached to his back was a long staff that at the end was a claw like object. "You summoned me here, oh great Lord Naraku." Said the demon. The voice of the demon didn't match the old man's body. The voice was dark and full of evil knowledge. Naraku leaned his head against his hand still holding the smirk. "I heard you had powers of very "unique" abilities. I would like to barrow those abilities, in exchange I will give you a jewel shard." The old demon grinned showing he had very little teeth remaining except for a few sharp ones. "Sounds interesting, what would you like me to do?" Naraku sat up and Kanna walked up next to him holding her mirror out; a image appeared in the mirror and it slowly got clearer until a picture of Kagome became apparent. "Use you're abilities on this girl and you will receive your reward."
The old man landed in front of Inuyasha and Kagome. "Tsh. The human girl and the half-demon in a embrace. I guess the world is alward changing." Inuyasha pulled out his Tetsusaiga and pointed at the old man. "Oh dear, such a fierce looking sword." The old man smiled showing off his few pointy teeth. Kagome grabbed onto Inuyasha's sleeve and whispered to him. "There's a jewel shard in his staff." Inuyasha let out a growl and kept his Tetsusaiga pointed at the old man demon. "Come now youngster, won't you make this easier for me and allow me to take that girl." Kagome gasped; the demon was after her again. "As if. Stay behind me Kagome." Inuyasha said in a growl. The old man sighed and reached back pulling off the staff was on his back.
"I was hoping to do this quickly but I guess I will have to kill you." The old man spun the staff like he was one-hundred years younger and then hit the bottom against the ground similar to a monk. He flew up suddenly into the air and came crashing down into Kagome and Inuyasha with great speed. Inuyasha was able to raise his Tetsusaiga and blow the staff. Kagome backed up then quickly slid around the tree not to get caught in the cross-fire. The shard of the Shinkon Jewel shined bright and Inuyasha was forced to jump back from the pressure of the staff. Inuyasha growled at the old man who smirked back at him.
The old man looked at Kagome and suddenly was by her side. Kagome's eyes went wide before she could even respond she was suddenly flying through the air the old many holding her in his grasp. Inuyasha yelled up to Kagome as they flew away. "Kagome!" Miroku and Sango came running up behind Inuyasha; Sango in her full demon slayer outfit and holding onto her Hiraikotsu against her back running next to the monk. From there camp they had sensed the demon but were un-able to get to Inuyasha and Kagome in time to help them out in anyway. "Kirara!" Sango's demon ally changed into it's true form and Sango jumped on his back. Inuyasha was right behind her sitting on Kirara un-able to keep up with the demon while it was flying. "Miroku, stay here and take care of Shippo." Miroku gave him a quick nod and Sango and Inuyasha took off after Kagome.
The old demon ahead continued to fly fast, Kirara barley able to keep up with the speed of the demon. It most of been a effect of the Shikon Jewel Shard. As they continued to fallow with the demon far in the distance they noticed the demon started to lower toward the ground. Seeing as this is there chance to catch up they picked up speed. The demon disappeared into a forest and as they approached Kirara is suddenly thrown back making Inuyasha and Sango fly off. As they approached the ground Inuyasha flipped then landed gracefully onto his feet. Sango continued to fall before Kirara regained herself and flew down picking up Sango just in time and landed next to Inuyasha. "Thanks Kirara." Kirara let out a purr in response.
Inuyashua growled at seeing the barrier in front of him. "It's a darn barrier." Inuyasha grabbed his Tetsusaiga and pulled it out to point it at the barrier. "I'll break through it with Tetsusaiga." The tetsusaiga turned red and slicing down towards the barrier demon aura shot out from where the Tetsuaiga came in contact with the barrier. The barrier started to crack and give away under the pressure of the sword. One last give and allowed Sango and Inuyasha access to within. They quickly took the chance and ran through the small hole in the barrier.
Once inside Inuyasha stopped and looked around for any signs of Kagome. "Where did that old demon go?" Inuyasha gripped his teeth and let out a low growl of annoyance. He closed his eyes and sniffed the air for any sign of Kagome's scent. He opened his eyes when he got a hold of it, but it was faint, strangely faint. "This way." Sango fallowed close behind Inuyasha knowing he would know the right way after everything they had been through. The two kept running dodging the trees and pushing through the tall grass. As they ran the last remaining light from the sun disappeared and the stars appeared in the sky and the full moon shined onto the forest in which Sango and Inuyasha quickly made there way through.
As they continued moving through the forest Inuyasha's highly sensitive ears twitched. A humming sound increased the closer they got to there destination. Making there way around the tree's they were able to see the glow of purple coming from a clearing up ahead. They quickly ran into the clearing where they found Kagome leaning against a tree. Inuyasha yelled out her name and tried to run to her but the old demon appeared in front of Inuyasha and tried hitting him across the chest with his stuff. Inuyasha jumped back and glanced at the old demon that laughed at the presence of Inuyasha.
"It would appear that Naraku for to mention a few things, like the fact that you're able to break through my barrier. Oh well." The old man stood in the path between Inuyasha and Kagome to make sure he can't get to her. At hearing Naraku's name Inuyasha let out a loud growl. "You're working for Naraku? What does he want with Kagome?" The old man let out a laugh. Behind him Kagome stirred with a groan but quickly fell silent. "You will find out soon enough." The glow of the evil pentagram lit the entire clearing as it became brighter. Sango ran up next to Inuyasha still holding onto her Hiraikotsu on her back. "We need to take care of this quick Inuyasha; Kagome isn't looking to good." Looking past the old man, Kagome held a face full of pain but still remained unconscious.
"Kagome…" Inuyasha growled and charged the old demon who smiled his very little tooth smile. Sango put a hand in front of Inuyasha to stop him. "I'll take care of him Inuyasha. You go take care of Kagome." Inuyasha had a angry look on his face but he agreed. "Hiraikotsu" Sango threw her weapon at the old demon that jumped flying a couple feet into the air. Hiraikotsu flew back and caught it in her hands. Inuyasha took the chance and ran towards Kagome but was stopped by the demon. The demon held his staff high and the three claw like objects stretched like rope and just before Inuyasha could step into the pentagram one went around his waist, the remaining two went around his wrists holding him back. Inuyasha tried pulling away or breaking the claws but they wouldn't give.
The sound of Kagome's scream ringed in Inuyasha's ears when suddenly everything around Kagome started glowing brighter then a beacon blocking out Inuyasha's view of her. "Kagome!" He yelled struggling against his restraints but still could not get lose. "Haha. It's to late." Sango jumped into the air and swung her Hiraikotsu through the claws that stretched between the old demon and Inuyasha. The joy disappeared from the old demon's face and was replaced with anger. The claws shrank back into it's original size and freed Inuyasha. Inuyasha took off running as soon as he was free and jumped into the light.
"I won't let you escape." The old demon flew down chasing after Inuyasha but Sango stepped in his path holding her blade ready to strike. It was to late for the demon to stop and Sango made a clean cut through the demons neck. His body and head fell into a useless pile on the ground; the staff fell and stuck into the ground. As Inuyasha stepped into the light he could feel the demon aura suddenly pick up around him then it all stopped. The light disappeared as if it had never been there. Standing in the shadow of the tree was Kagome but now that the light was gone she was hard to see.
"Kagome. Are you alright?" Inuyasha took a step towards her. Kagome leaned against the tree her hair covering her face as well; not only hidden by the darkness. Sango ran up beside Inuyasha and looked Kagome over. "Inuyasha, be careful, I have a bad feeling." Inuyasha looked at Sango then at Kagome again. He walked slowly up to stand in front of her and tries to look her in the face. "Kagome…Kagome are you alright?" Inuyasha reached his hand out to Kagome. In response Kagome's hand reached out towards his own. Inuyasha smiled at seeing this. "Good you're alright Ka…huh?" As Kagome's hand touched his her hand came into the light; her hand had fingers similar to Inuyasha's as her nails were sharp. Kagome's head tilted up and Inuyasha stepped back in shock. Kagome's mouth was open wide to show her sharp teeth and her eyes glowed bloody red.
