Hello! I am back with my rewrite of 'Dark Purity'. If you read my note on the original or read it you could tell that it was a bit choppy and it didn't flow all too well. Because of this I was inspired to rewrite it, so that I can make it better. This time around it is being written solely by me.
I am not sure how the vampire ageing thing works so please bare with me.
I changed a lot of stuff so I hope you enjoy!
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Dark Instincts
Chapter One
Meetings
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"This is normal speech"
This is thoughts
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Kagome, InuYasha, Sango, Shippo, Miroku, and Kirara were all travelling back to Kaede's village. A sudden yell was heard throughout the large, green forest. The voice was very familiar especially to the demon slayer.
Sango's eyes widened in fear. She yelled, "Kohaku!"
The smell of blood made it's ways to the demons senses. InuYasha voiced this. "Oi! The smell of blood is getting stronger."
Kagome, wearing her school uniform, glanced at InuYasha. She had gotten over her love for the half breed. Not exactly getting over her love, but viewing him more as a brother.
Fear began to overwhelm her as a second scream was heard. The group could have sworn it was- "Rin-chan," whispered Kagome.
Without wasting another moment, the group ran in the direction of the screams and scent of blood.
On the way there, they met up with Sesshomaru. No one said anything as it was not the time to be fighting amongst themselves. Kagome started to have a worse feeling. If Sesshomaru is headed in this direction too, then that had to be Rin-chan, and I don't think Sango-chan would mistake her brother's voice.
They came to a small clearing in the forest. Trees surrounded the circular clearing which had a pond in it. The first sight they caught hold of was disturbing.
At first sight, there was three figures: Rin, Kohaku, and an unknown woman with long, silky, silver hair.
Kohaku was laying on the ground dead. His eyes darkened showing no trace of life. His expression looked shocked. Blood smeared around the neck area. While Sango was mortified of her brother's death, Kagome had other thoughts. No. No. No! This can't be happening. Not again.
While Kohaku was dead, Rin was still alive. She appeared terrified. The silver head's fangs were implanted on the child's neck drinking her blood.
The thing had released the normally cheerful girl only to drop her to the ground. You could hear her land on the ground.
The silver haired lady had glowing red eyes and was currently licking off the blood that resided on her lips.
Sango yelled, "You demon! You killed my brother."
Sesshomaru was giving a icy, death glare.
InuYasha growled and prepared to attack.
All actions came to a stop when their new enemy began to laugh hysterics. "Oi! What's so funny," asked InuYasha as he tighten the grip on his sword.
She stopped laughing to answer the group. "You all... To think that you would believe me to be demon. Not that I can blame you too much. Our kind doesn't have much interaction with your kind. Mostly within ourselves."
Shippo looked confused. He couldn't help but to ask, "What?"
Miroku added some real content to the question. "What he means is what are you if you are not a demon?" For once, Miroku wasn't molesting a girl.
She began to laugh again.
Kagome looked at the silver hair girl in recognition. Her eyes were wide in shock, and she was beginning to tremble.
Oddly enough Sesshomaru was the first to notice. "Miko..."
The others looked at her shaking form. They tried to snap her out from whatever was happening to her.
From behind the unknown creature, Kagome saw Rin slowly fighting to get up. The first feature Kagome notice was the eight year old's now red eyes.
Kagome said something in a low tone. Although it was low, everyone (alive) in the area could hear. "Fangs... Blood red eyes... You're- you're a vampire." Kagome looked up through her bangs to gaze heatedly at the now mentioned vampire. "I can tell that you are a pureblood because of Rin's transformation. I will make you a deal. Let her have some of your blood, and we won't kill you."
InuYasha yelled in pretest. "What are you talking about? We're going to kill her. And Rin's-" The half demon just realized that Rin wasn't dead. "What's with her?"
Kagome was the only one with knowledge on vampires. "Vampires are usually the creatures of the night. Pureblood vampires are highest ranked but lowest in numbers. When they bite someone for their blood one of two things happen. You either die or become a level D. A level D is an ex-human, however, if they turn to a level E vampire then they lose all humanity and go on a killing spree."
"Hai, I am glad that someone has knowledge. Too bad you are an idiot. Do you honestly think that I would just give up my blood. I, Shizuka Hio, would never do so.
A large breeze shifted the branches and leaves on the tree. Within a moment Shizuka had escaped leaving a gasping Rin behind.
Kagome saw Rin hold her throat. An idea came to mind. Maybe my blood will slow down the process.
Kagome kneeled in front of Rin. "Rin-chan," whispered Kagome Kagome puts her neck to Rin's face knowing full aware what she would do.
Rin bit her.
She only drank a small quantity before she backed up in shock. Kagome held her tight, so she wouldn't run away. Rin began to cry. "It's alright... It wasn't you choice or fault." Kagome smiled. The miko's hand found its way to her neck. It was still tender.
"Rin's sorry! Rin didn't want to hurt Kagome-onee-sama," cried the now level D vampire.
As this took place, Sango was crying over her brother's corpse.
Sesshomaru left deciding to leave Rin with Kagome for a while. It would be best for her, and ever since the incident, she remained clinging onto the miko.
The others prepared a grave and held a funeral for him. Before burying him, they took his share of the shikon jewel.
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Months later, sixteen year old Kagome was panting heavily.
Their group had just beaten Naraku. Most went as planned, but his miasma was not accounted for. One of Naraku's attacks had hit Kagome. Fortunately the injury was not fatal, but miasma is trapped within her lungs and spread to some of her other systems. Kagome was coughing up blood. It was an effect of the attack.
Kagome could finally breathe. She took a few deep breaths before looking at everyone. "No need to be concerned. I'm fine, see?" Kagome twirled with her arms out a few times then looked at the people in front of her: Sango, Miroku, Kirara, Shippo, InuYasha, Rin, who was hiding during the battle, and Sesshomaru, who helped in the final battle, looked more at ease. That was until she coughed up more blood again. They returned to being concerned.
They all began to approach the miko, but Rin was the first to reach her. She cried in fright. "Kagome-onee-sama." She was hugging Kagome hiding her teary eyes in her stomach.
During the few months she had became a level D vampire, she had always been close to Kagome's side. Kagome would allow her to drink her blood when necessary. Over-time they had notice her thirst became less and less to the point she only needs to feed on blood once every few months.
Kagome knew she couldn't help the girl forever. Specifically the times that she goes home to her time. For that reason, Kagome invented some tablets that contained small portions of her blood mixed with a few other supplements. Fortunately they worked. Rin once commented that it almost tasted as good as fresh blood from her. She never had blood from anyone else, so there wasn't much comparison.
Before the others could reach her, the completed Shikon Jewel glowed a blinding pink light, enveloping Rin and Kagome. The others had to look away because of the intensity of the light. When they could finally see, they were gone.
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Kagome and Rin both landed hard on a grass hill. They could help but yell out in pain. They opened their eyes to see an unfamiliar sight.
Both instantly realized they were no longer in the Feudal Era. Rin looked up to Kagome to see her confused expression. That took off the idea that this was her time. In fact, where they were at looked even less advance.
"Where are we," asked the two together.
The two began to walk searching for some kind of civilization.
As they travelled, Kagome took notice wishing for some hints of where or when they could be.
They had finally reached some kind of civilization, but there was only chaos. There must have been some kind of war because their were corpses on the ground, blood shed, and, the most obvious fact, several were battling. Kagome could tell there were humans and vampires. Why were they going all out at each other?
A random human yelled at Kagome. "You girly! Get away! You're standing next to one of them." The same man cam running up towards them with his weapon.
Rin eyes widen in fear. Would this be her end? She calmed down when Kagome stood in front of her protectively, however, she now feared for her life.
From farther away, mahogany eyes watched the interaction.
Kagome created a barrier around them, so they could not get injured. She didn't have any weapons with her to defend them otherwise. She glared at the man that dared to attack Rin. She spoke to him with much malice in her voice. "Foolish. I won't let you harm Rin-chan. I may not know what is occurring here, but your battle seems both foolish and childish." She turned to face Rin with the barrier still in place. All traces of anger wiped off her face and replaced with fondness. "Are you alright, Rin-chan?"
Rin gripped onto the end of Kagome's green school skirt. She gave a bright smile as if there wasn't a was happening before her eyes. "Hai, onee-sama." Kagome brought her hand to Rin's head and patted her. She smiled in contentment.
The man from before tried to attack again only to hit the barrier and be bounced back. Kagome sighed at the man's foolishness. He yelled, "What is this?"
Kagome never answered and dropped the barrier. She took a step towards the fallen man.
As she took a step forward, she hesitated. She could feel another approaching figure. This time, she was sure that she was the target. In one swift movement Kagome twisted 180 degree and pushed a hand out with her palm facing the attacker. Her miko energy sparked and enveloped around the high ranking vampire. The vampire turned to dust. She mentally sighed. Everyone was stupid. They weren't analyzing and were attacking at random.
Suddenly another figure appeared between Rin and herself. He had dark brown hair that could almost be mistaken for black. His mahogany eyes were piercing.
Kagome looked the newcomer straight in the eyes. There were no movements to back down, yet she wasn't attacking either. The weaponless human ran away from the sight. "What do you want?" Rin made it safely to Kagome's side.
"I'm merely interested about who you are, and what that power was." Kagome continued to look in his eyes. They were very calculating.
Kagome didn't mind answering. Those questions weren't a big deal for her, but since Rin and herself were in a large predicament, they could at least use this to their advantage. "We have some questions as well. Perhaps a quieter and less bloodied place could do us both benefit." Kagome looked at the unknown man- vampire before her expectantly.
For a moment, he didn't answer. He just stared at the two girl calculating. After the moment of silence, he answered, "I believe that can be arranged. Follow me."
From behind the scenes of the battle, the vampire led the way as Kagome followed behind. Rin followed as well, but was half hiding behind Kagome clutching her school uniform.
They all arrived at a large mansion. They all entered and got comfortable in seats.
Tea was brought to them from lower class vampires.
The vampire was first to speak up. "I think introduction are in order. I'll begin. My name is Kuran Kaname."
"I'm Higurashi Kagome and this is Rin-chan. I believe we both have questions." Rin was still silent feeling a bit awkward.
Kaname stated, "I believe I would like to begin what that power was, and why a human would be so protective of a vampire- Even if said vampire is a Level D."
"Well Kuran-san." She used his surname. For some unknown reason to him it felt distant, and he didn't like it.
"Kaname."
Kagome caught the clue. "Well Kaname-san, that power was my miko ki. I am a miko. I am sure you are informed with them." He nodded in response. "And should I need a reason to be with Rin-chan? She is someone precious to me. I won't just leave her alone."
Kaname was curious but tried to hide it. The woman in front caught his interest.
Rin stared at Kagome wide-eyed. Tears built up in the corners of her eyes. "A-arigato Kagome-onee-sama." It meant a lot to Rin. They had a special bond since she became a vampire, Kagome took care of her. Rin's throat to get dry. She was getting thirsty. Rin looked at Kaname with courage and timidly asked, "Can I have a glass of water?"
Kaname ordered a lower class vampire to obtain the requested substance. The water was placed in front of Rin. Kaname watched curiously as Rin brought out a small container. She took out a small tablet and dropped it into the clear liquid. Kuran watched as it dissolved. The once clear substance was now blood red. The two in front of him just kept bringing more surprises.
Rin saw Kaname stare at her drink. "Do you need blood too? I have more tablets. You can have some too. It's not really blood. Only a small fraction is, but it is still good. The only thing better is onee-sama's fresh blood, but that would trouble her if I only rely on her. Not that I have ever tried anyone else's blood."
Seeing the girl drink it, he knew that it was edible and not poisonous. He accepted the offer curious about about the 'blood tablets'. Well Kagome's version of it, not that they had any in that time period.
He brought the drink to his mouth. He slowly took a sip savouring its flavour. He had to admit- The blood replacement drink was better than any blood he has ever had. Clearly remembering what the young girl said, her real blood was better. He discreetly looked at Kagome.
"Well if that is all, I believe it is your turn to answer our questions, Kaname-san. What I wish to know why is there a war between the vampires and humans?" Kagome got to the point. She hadn't forgotten that her question yet.
Kaname looked at her strangely. The war had been going on for quite some time. To not understand or know, one would have to live under a rock. "This war had been on for years now. We have never been on good terms."
"That still doesn't explain why you all needed to start a war," stated the blue eyed miko. "If anything, I believe the two should co-exist. I am not saying that everyone must get along, but this war seems bias and foolish. Whether one is human, vampire, or anything else, one specie is not evil. There are those will ill intents and those who have kinder hearts. Everyone has all of those traits, but it is up to each individual to choose how they act. This includes humans."
"What do you suggest we do then, Kagome-chan?" Kaname was interested in Kagome. She was powerful for a human, and had interesting views. On top, her blood smelled delicious.
Kagome shrugged pretty care-free compared to her former seriousness to the matter. "I don't know. Currently everything is anarchy. That is obviously not working for anyone. There needs to be order. Put someone in charge of the vampires like a monarchy. There is that or you can all have a oligarchy. That could keep order with vampires. Most humans will probably still fear your kind. Most won't disturb you as long as they aren't attacked. A Vampire Association could always be formed. Members of Vampire Hunters to kill level E and keep others that our out of line behaved. It would keep the rest of the human's safe." Kagome could help but think I would have never thought that I come up with the idea for the Vampire Association. The same association my dad was once part of. If he was still alive, I wonder what he would think.
Kaname wore a thoughtful expression. Her thoughts and ideas held sense. He seemed to come to a decision. "I would love to try and perform such a task... with your help.
Kagome's eyes widened as she was taken aback.
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Rin and Kagome had been stuck in the unknown time for two, almost three months. They knew they were millenniums before either of their times, but that was all.
The formation of the Vampire Association was in process, and the vampires were slowly being dealt with. When Kaname mentioned the word monarchy, they were hesitant. That was still under discussion.
Kagome was working on some more vampire weapons altering them a bit, so they were more powerful. Rin sat beside her quiet but full of interest. Kagome was running out of pieces. Kagome sighed. There was so much work.
They were making process at least, and since the two girl still didn't know how to get back, they were making the bast of their time there. They were staying with Kaname who was kind enough to lend them the space.
"Why don't you take a break," suggested Kaname who had just entered the room. His eyes softened at the sight of Kagome. Only Rin took notice to this piece of information.
"Kaname-sama," chirped cute little Rin. She began to lighten up around him as time went by.
"Thanks. I think I am going to the hot spring. I need to bathe." Kagome looked tired and stressed. A bath would truly help her.
When Kagome was gone and out of hearing distance, Rin looked up to Kaname. Her brown eyes sparkling up to the powerful vampire. "Sooo," chanted the young girl. "When are you going to tell Kagome-onee-sama that you love her, Kaname-sama?" She said it so innocently as if there was nothing wrong.
Kaname stiffened. He looked at the Level D vampire. Was it that obvious- his affections that was. He composed himself before replying. "I was planning on announcing it to her and even propose when this entire ordeal is settled."
Rin became more hyped up. She placed a finger on her lips saying that she wouldn't tell her. Kaname gently smiled and was grateful.
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Another week went by. Everything was in order. Well almost everything. There was still a few who opposed to the ideas of living peacefully. They were too hateful and too idealistic.
Kagome began to fight the the attackers. Rin was by her side as they went out to further explore. She ordered one of Kaname's followers to inform him of the situation. The vampire spoken to listened and left.
Kagome's chest began to burn. What? Why is the miasma acting now? I haven't had any problems since that day... unless they were calmly taking effect and spreading until now... Shit! I don't know how much longer I can fight in this condition.
Kaname rushed to the battle field. They were almost to the end of their war. They had worked so hard. He still hadn't told her so many things. He had to arrive. He had to save her. He wouldn't let her die.
The Kuran stood on a tall, steep hill looking down at the scene. Just as he just caught sight of Kagome and Rin when an explosion took place. She was in the middle of it. He was silent. He was mortified. He was heart broken. All of this right after he learn of his family's placement in the now proclaimed monarchy.
He tried to go on with his life. A month later he could no longer stand it. Kagome meant too much to him. He could- no- didn't want to continue his life without her.
He decided that it was time he was put to rest. If he couldn't be with her, he didn't want to continue to walk the earth.
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Kagome and Rin sat at the bottom of the Higurashi Shrine. "Where are we this time, onee-chan?"
"This is my era, Rin-chan," stated the blue eye girl. "I hope they aren't too worried. I have been gone for so long. I hope they are all going well. The two climbed on the latter to exit the deep, dark well.
Before they could leave the well house, Kagome stopped mid step and began to cough a lot in pain. The miko clenched her hand into a fist harshly gripping her shirt over her chest. Rin yelled out in fright. Kagome gave her a pained smile and told her not to worry.
They left the well house and headed to the shrine. They opened the door to see three figures. Two of the figures were not who she expected. The shrine was dark and gloomy. The atmosphere was tense. There in the middle of her home was a sad Sota who felt different from the regular him, Shippo who seemed to have his growth spurt and now looked twelvish, and lastly Sesshomaru who still had that superiority feel to him.
Rin ran forward to Sesshomaru and hugged him. "Sesshomaru-sama."
They finally took notice of the arriving girl. "Kagome-onee!" Sota ran to his elder sister. She had disappeared for months. He had thought she had died just like- well never mind.
Soon after, Kagome new their was something wrong when her little brother looked away from her. The atmosphere also gave it away. "Sota-ototo? What's wrong? Where's kaa-san and ojii-san?"
Instead of the intended answer from her brother, the stoic Sesshomaru, who hadn't changed too much, answered. He explained, "This may be a lot to take, but they died about a month ago while you were missing."
Kagome trembled, not bothering to explain where she had been. It wasn't that important at the moment when she discovered that two of her family members had died. She stuttered, "W-what? How?" She was desperate to know.
Shippo intervened to answer this time. "Vampires... A few came to the shrine and killed them. They tried to kill Sota-kun too, but we came and saved him in time. They... They turned him into a vampire. Luckily he got some of their blood so he won't fall to level E." Kagome's eyes widen for two reasons: her brother was now a vampire and Shippo had gained a lot of knowledge on vampire within the past 500 years.
Kagome looked over to her ashamed brother. Now that she took a closer look, she did see some small changes. "Sota-kun...?" Sota was so ashamed to see his sister the way he was, he was going to run away. Before he could leave Kagome grabbed his arm. "Please don't leave." Kagome tried to hold her tears in as they build up. "Don't go."
"You- You aren't disgusted?"
Kagome gave the best chuckle she could give in the situation she was in. "Of course not. I made friends with demons and you are questioning me about you being a vampire. Besides Rin-chan here is a level D vampire too. Besides not all vampire are bad. They are like every other being just with different habits. Some people are bad and some are good. Species doesn't matter. Besides I've met some before. One who Rin and I stayed with for a while, and one saved me, from a Level E, when I was seven."
Rin piped up at the mention of Kaname, although, she did not know who the other vampire was. "Yup! Kaname-sama was super nice to us!" Rin knew why. She felt bad for him. He never did confess to Kagome, but there was nothing she could do.
"What were you doing," questioned Sesshomaru menacingly.
Kagome looked over to the dog demon. "When I was seven, I was saved. I was upset that dad was killed, so..." Kagome trailed off.
Sesshomaru was about to say something until Sota screamed, "KILLED!" He never knew much about his father. He was too young to remember. He still would have been a baby, however, this did not mean he thought he was murdered. The youngest Higurashi thought it was natural or an accident. Why was all his family being killed?
Kagome's bangs shadowed over her eyes, "Dad... was killed by a vampire. He was a vampire hunter. A strong one at that, but he did no more harm then necessary. He only hunted level E's because they no longer had their senses and would go on killing sprees. It was rare that he ever went after another level of vampire unless they were out of line. He use to tell me stories. I admired him." The fact that their father was killed hurt Kagome more. She grew up with him and spent a lot of time with him too. People would often call her 'Daddy's little girl'. Heck, she even looked like him.
Kagome thought back to the night her mother told her that her dad died.
Flashback
The seven year old Kagome was walking around town late at night. Her mom had just announced that her dad was dead. Losing her father was very upsetting. It was getting darker out. She was probably worrying her mom and grandpa at home. Of course her mom couldn't just leave. Sota was too young to be left alone, and leaving him with her crazy, old grandpa wasn't a good choice either.
As she wandered the deserted part of town (due to the hour), Kagome saw a figure approach her. As the figure came closer, she discovered it was a male with glowing red eyes and sharp fangs. Kagome knew what he was from all the stories her father told her. Still feeling lost and confused from losing her father, she backed up unsure of what to do. She didn't hate the idea of vampires, but the thought of her father, who she loved so much, dying came to mind. She continued to back up until her back hit against a brick wall.
The eerie man continued to approach her as he said, "Your scent smells very good. It's delicate. You shall be my tasty treat."
As the vampire went for the attack, someone else killed him. Kagome felt a gentle hand on her shoulder. She opened her eyes curiously. When she opened them, she was staring into green eyes. She looked at the man- sorry noble vampire in front of her.
He had light blond hair and deep green eyes. He was about her height. Although he was still a child like herself, he was charismatic. He asked, "Are you alright?"
Kagome snapped out of her daze. "Ano... Hai, I'm fine." Kagome's eyes looked saddened which made the boy think she was lying.
"Would you like to forget?"
"What," breathed the girl softly.
He pushed the idea. "You would never have to remember any of this."
Kagome waved her hands in protest. "Oh no. You're mistaken. I'm not scared from the attack. Not truly. I'm sad... for other reasons." Kagome looked down. "Kaa-san told me that tou-san died. I was sad and just wanted some time to myself. You don't need to erase my memories. I already knew. The existence of vampires that is. You're one too right." Kagome gave him her first smile since the news of her dad. "It's nice to meet you. My name is Higurashi Kagome. Yours?"
Takuma looked stunned for different reasons. 1. She knew the existence of vampires. 2. She knew he was a vampire. 3. She wasn't scared of being attacked and almost possibly killed. 4. Although she is sad, she can still bring herself to smile and be happy around him. It wasn't forced either. He offered her a bright smile. "Ichijo Takuma."
Because Kagome was still young, she wasn't one for formalities. "Arigato Takuma-kun for saving me."
Ichijo had a dusted blush on his cheeks from the familiar use of his name. As he recomposed himself, he asked, "It's getting late. Would you like me to take you home?"
Kagome smiled brightly. "Hai! Arigato again Takuma-kun."
The two began to walk in the direction of the Higurashi Shrine.
"Sumimazen, I shouldn't have dragged you along. You probably have to go home too." Kagome was feeling guilty accepting the offer.
He waved her off. "It's no problem. I am the one who offered, remember?"
They talk for a bit until they made it to the bottom of the shrine steps. "Arigato again." A thoughtful expression made its way into her face. "Now how to repay you..."
"There's no need."
Kagome was either not listening or ignoring the blond. An idea popped into her head, and a bright smile was plastered on her face. "I know! Just wait here a moment!" Kagome was already running up the steps. Not even a minute later, Kagome returned with a flower in hand. It wasn't just any flower. It was a deep blue rose. "I like this flower. Kaa-san said the blue matches my eyes." Takuma made the connection as well. "I'll give it to you for you to remember me."
Kagome approached him. She enveloped both of her hands around one of his forcing him to take the flower. She quickly kissed his cheek before giggling and running off.
Ichijo blushed again. This time brighter than the last. He looked at the rose before looking up at Kagome's disappearing figure. He gently smiled with a fondness and caring expression.
Flashback End
"Gomen Sota-kun. I wanted to keep you safe but I've failed." Kagome wanted to protect Sota at all cost, but she couldn't when he needed her. All she could do was try to make his future happier.
Sesshomaru said they were all leaving for his place, and she should pack anything she wants. Kagome didn't argue. She found no point in even trying. Besides it wasn't something terrible that he was making her do.
They all arrived to their destination. It was a huge, western style mansion. They all entered the large, expensive building. The group walked to a particular room. When entering, it looked like a lab. She saw a familiar figure in the room- Kirara! Rin ran over to the neko yokai. She began to pet her soft fur much to her contentment.
"We knew that you were lying when you said you were 'perfectly fine', so throughout the years we have prepaed several medications to find a solution to Naraku's miasma. Shippo, Kirara, and myself being the last ones alive are still testing. Something always turn out wrong," said the multi-billionaire.
Shippo enthusiastically nodded. "Hai! Hai. But we can never truly test the results without you. Sumimasen, but we aren't exactly scientists. This is the best that we could do. So... Go ahead. Try it okaa-san." Shippo looked at Kagome as a mother figure. He just wanted her to feel 100%.
Kagome looked at the weird green, bubbling substance in front of her, and instantly she became frightened. "There is no way I am drinking that! Five-hundred years and this is the best you could come up with! Well iie! I'm NOT drinking that- that- thing!"
"Miko," growled Sesshomaru frustrated. Why wouldn't she just drink it. Having waited long enough, he took the clear bottle and shoved it into her mouth forcing her to swallow the entire, bubbling thing.
"Kagome-nee! How do you feel," asked her concerned brother.
"Is Kagome-onee-sama all better," asked Rin who approached her with a content Kirara in her crossed arms.
"I think I feel better." The miko was hesitant to answer. She still couldn't believe that Sesshomaru just shoved that stuff down her throat. All of the sudden she felt dizzy, and she collapsed seeing nothing but darkness.
When Kagome woke up she felt different.
"She's awake. We didn't kill her!" Kagome heard the cheers. She recognized the voice as it was her lovable fox who appeared slightly younger than herself, or so she thought. Kagome slowly got out of bed. Her head hurt. It was all that damn Sesshomaru's fault with him shoving the bottle down her throat, or so she liked to blame. When she stood in front of the mirror, the blue eyed miko noticed she looked six again.
"WHAT THE HECK DID YOU DO?" This was the only thing that could be heard throughout the house.
"Don't worry kaa-san," encouraged Shippo. "We warned you that we aren't scientists, and we most definitely aren't doctors. Good new though is that your x-rays show that all the miasma is cleaned out your system. You will LIVE!" he cheered as Kirara, Sota, Rin, and Sesshomaru entered.
"Nee-chan? Now it looks like I am the older sibling," muttered her now vampire brother. He didn't know what to think now that his older sister looked younger than even Rin.
Kagome did not find it funny. "You created this problem- You fix it! I am going on a walk, so I don't decide to murder you all." Their were no complaints as she left. She just really needed to blow off some of her angered steam.
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It was a snowy evening. Ahead of her she saw a vampire. She was about to kill it until she saw a familiar figure. Kaname-kun? I swear that it's him, but... With him was a small girl who now looked to be the same age as her. While the two were chatting with each other, another vampire was coming to attack. Kagome being the person she was, and now being able to use her powers to its full extent, ran towards the Mal-intent level E vampire.
Kaname too had noticed and was going to attack until the unknown vampire turned to dust as a pink light was formed. He looked at the new comer. She looked very familiar. Familiar deep blue eyes. Familiar mid-back black hair. Even her scent was familiar. Something stirred within him, and he knew why. She was the mirror image of Kagome, however, something still didn't settle well with him. He had met her well over 10 000 years ago. She could be alive, more less a in a form of a six year old child. He watched as she approached the girl next to him.
The six year old brunette looked curious at her second saviour. Kagome offered her a kind smile. One that made her visibly relax. "Are you alright?" The brunette nodded. Although the girl in front of her appeared the same age, the brunette found found her older. She kept questioning herself if she was making any sense. "That's a relief. My name is Higurashi Kagome. It's a pleasure to meet you. It could have been on better standards, but still..."
Kaname was internally battling himself. It is her, but she should be...
The brunette offered a smile in return. "I'm Yuuki."
...XxXxX...
Kaname was bringing Yuuki to Kurosu Kaien. Kagome had tagged along as well solely because Yuuki had asked her. Well that was a lie. She had other reasons as well. To discover if Kaname was really the Kaname she was thinking of, and she didn't want to return to Sesshomaru's estate yet. She was still mad at them for making her six again. She would have to get over it soon though because there was nothing that she could do.
As the front door opened, Kagome saw someone she never thought she would see again. Kagome's eyes widened. "Kurosu-jiji?" Kaname looked at Kagome with curiosity.
The man at the door who had straw blond hair which was tied back, and he wore spectacles. He looked to be in his mid twenties.
The man looked to the blue eye child confused. She seemed familiar, but his brain couldn't process who she was which was rare for him. He asked, "Who are you?"
She looked deadpanned before remembering her situation. "Kurosu-jiji?" She feinted being sad. "How cruel that you wouuld forget me. I'm Higurashi Kagome remember. You use to work with chichiue."
Kurosu Kaien picked up Kagome and spun her around. To the other two, it appeared that he was just being overdramtic and hyper, but Kagome could see the expression he was given her. She would have to explain later.
The night continued on. Kurosu Kaien, the man they were visiting. He gladly accepted to adopt Yuuki.
It was getting late, and Yuuki yawned. She was barely awake. "How about we get you to bed? Kay Yuuki-chan," asked Kagome. Yuuki tiredly nodded and gripped Kagome's shirt as she lead her to her new room.
Kagome returned to speak with Kaien. It seemed that Kaname already left. She looked at the familiar man. She hadn't been lying. He once worked with her father. That was before he died and before Kaien retired. He was close to their family though. She hasn't seen him in years. In fact, he was her god-father.
"So how's your family. The last time I saw you was when you were thirteen."
Kagome froze. What was she suppose to say? I guess only the truth. Kaien saw that she was uncomfortable. Something must not be well. "Truthfully, they died give or take a month ago. I wouldn't know the exact date. I wasn't there when it happened."
He responded, "Everyone?" He raised an eyebrow in question. He could be serious when he wanted to be.
"Iie, Sota is still alive. From what I am told, vampires attacked them. A pureblood was among them."
"Is he-" Kagome knew what he was implying. Kaien wanted to know if Sota was a vampire since he was still alive.
"Hai. He's doing fine though. If he drinks my blood for a while or even tablets then his thirst will slowly die down until it becomes rare for blood to be a necessity. Besides he won't descend to a Level E. He received their blood before the others arrived and killed them all."
"If you like- You are always welcomed here. I am your god father after all."
Kagome gratefully smiled. He was truly nice to her. "I appreciate the offer, but it is not needed. We already have a place to stay. It actually explains my appearance. I am currently living with Sota-ototu, Rin-chan, Kirara, Shippo-kun, and Sesshomaru-sama. We are currently staying in Sesshomaru's mansion. We'll be fine, so there is no need to concern themselves. I was just a bit sick, so they tried to make medicine. It had some side effects as you can tell."
He chuckled, "Dakudaku. Promise you'll visit."
"Hai, Kaien-jiji." Kagome rolled her eyes as she headed towards the door.
He wailed in displeasure. "Aw, I'm not an old man."
Kagome turned around dead-panned. He seemed to see where she was coming from. "Fine," he breathed out." The miko smirked before leaving.
...XxXxX...
Red eyes peered down as Kagome left her god father's house. It was Kaname. He was suspicious. There was no way that she was his Kagome. She was suppose to be dead. He saw her die. Plus she is human. Even if she did survived, there is no way that she could have lived this long. As Kagome passed him, he jumped to the ground and pinned Kagome in one swift motion. He demanded, "Who are you?" He began to lowly growl. How dare someone impersonate his love!
"I've already introduced myself to you Kaname-kun." Her amusement quickly turned to sadness. "Although it seems we have both changed since that time. How did things go? We didn't mean to leave. We had no control. I doubt we were suppose to be there in the first place."
Kaname seemed to accept that she was his Kagome. She knew everything. He moved a hand off the tree to her cheek. He kneeled, so they could be face to face. He seemed memorized as he whispered, "How?"
Kagome figured that he wasn't going to answer her. At least not at the moment. Kagome brought up a hand to the top trim of her shirt. She reached down and pulled up the Shikon no Tama. "This jewel is the reason why so much has happened to me. When one war was over, it sent Rin-chan and I to another. That was when we met you, although, it was in another time period. Kaname could feel the power the jewel held, however, he did not compel to obtain it. "Sumimasen for the rush, but I should return home. I have people waiting for me." She started running. "BAI! See you again," called the miko form a distance.
Kaname smiled his first true smile since his 'parents' died.
...XxXxX...
A seven year old Kagome sighed. She had just left from Kurosu Kaien's house. She had went to visit Yuuki and her god father. Since she was already leaving, he asked a favour from her. She was suppose to deliver a letter to the Kiryuu's. She was informed that they were a family of Vampire Hunter's.
When she arrived, she knocked on the door, but no one answered. They must have been out. Kagome mentally sighed. Of course her favour couldn't have been easy. Well, she admits delivering a letter wasn't hard. She was complaining more on the time consumption.
"Okaa-san and tou-san aren't home at the moment," said a voice from behind. Kagome stiffened. She wasn't paying attention to her surrounding, and the owner of the voice scared her.
Another voice said something. It was someone different. Their voices were similar yet different. "May we help you with something? Are you lost?"
The miko turned around to see a pair of twins. The two both had silver hair and violet eyes. She blinked. She wasn't expecting kids who looked her age maybe slightly older. She should have guessed by the tone of their voices.
"Ara- Ano... My name is Higurashi Kagome. I came to deliver this letter to your parents. It's from Kurosu Kaien. He wished for me to deliver it personally."
One seemed slightly indifferent while the other smile happy to have someone else around. "I'm Kiryuu Ichiru. It's a pleasure to meet you. This is my nii-san, Kiryuu Zero."
The elder twin puffed his cheeks. He muttered, "I can introduce myself." Zero peeked at Kagome through the corner of his eyes. There was just something about her that made him want to be near her.
"Would you like to play with us," questioned the eight year old Ichiru.
Kagome smiled at the two. Her eyes sparkled. She hadn't had fun in a while. Well with normal people. Her mismatched family couldn't be called normal no matter how one looked at it. "Hai! I would love that."
A small blush came onto the boys cheeks. She was just too cute.
They had been playing for a few hours now. They had to stop every once and a while because of Ichiru's illness. The youngest twin was sitting at the base of a tree. He needed a break.
Kagome approached him worried. "Ichiru-kun! Are you alright?" Kagome knelt on the ground next to him.
Zero looked from a farther distance. His hands clenched tightly into fists. He felt anger and jealousy rise within him.
"Maybe we should stop running around. You need to rest Ichiru-kun." Kagome notice that his twin was quiet. Every other time Zero would rush up to him worried but not this time. Kagome turned her head to look at the older twin. "Zero-kun?"
Ichiru spoke up. "It's not too bad. Actually I feel a lot better with you. Normally I wouldn't be able to last half the time that I have done." This striked something within Kagome. I can't be the reason can I. Are my powers somehow unconsciously helping him?
The three suddenly heard two voices. It was their parents. The three traveled to them.
"We're home Zero, Ichiru- Oh? Who's this."
Ichiru was about to speak when Zero introduced her. "This is Higurashi Kagome. She said she had a letter for you. We've been playing with her all afternoon waiting for you."
Kagome handed their father the note. "This is from Kurosu Kaien."
"Thanks."
"I should be taking my leave now. I need to return home." Kagome took a step towards the door only to stop when an arm caught her arm. She looks back to stare into Zero's purple eyes. "Zero-kun? What is it?"
"You'll come back... right?" Kagome stared surprised. He actually seemed insecure.
Kagome smiled and closed her eyes in joy. This made his heart skip a beat. "Of course I will. I wouldn't just abandon my new friends now would I?" Ichiru and Zero smiled being called her friends. "I'll come by again sometime soon. Goodbye Zero-kun, Ichiru-kun, Kiryuu-san, Kiryuu-san." Kagome finally left the house.
...XxXxX...
The ten year old Kagome was looking out her bedroom window looking at the new moon. The moon shone brightly in the dim sky. Through the window, she could see her reflection. As she stared for a moment, she realized her reflection was changing. Her normally blur tinted onyx hair turned heavily red tinted. Her eyes were now a dark cerise shade. All kindness was wiped off her face as it was replaced with a sinister smirk and cold eyes.
She stood up and headed to the door when it opened to reveal her fox kit. He glomped her. "Okaa-san!"
Kagome, with no effort, pulled Shippo off of her person and threw him across the room. Shippo crashed into the wall leaving a large indent. "Foolish," her voice was dark and sinister. His mother figure's voice sent chills up his spine.
"Okaa-san?" He finally realized that something was wrong with her. "What's wrong?"
"Nothings wrong you idiotic fox. My Lord, Naraku, has risen again." That was when he was certain that is wasn't Kagome.
The others began entering through the door. With all their strength, they were able to constrict Kagome to the bed. She was trashing around.
"Who are you? What have you done with the miko," demanded Sesshomaru. He had heard from her lips that Naraku was resurrected. Kagome refused to answer.
Rin and Sota brought in the two male demon's medical equipment. They still had everything. "Fluffy-sama! Traces of the miasma is back."
Sesshomaru thought for a moment. "Bring that here." Shippo knew what the dog demon lord was speaking of. He instantly rushed out to get what they were speaking of. Shippo returned with a small container. Inside were several pills. They were the newest version. The intensity rised, and it no longer bubbled. They were suspicious when their medication worked when they still knew there were tweaks in it. The new production was made.
They forced Kagome to swallow it, and Kagome returned to her normal self. She had no re-collation of anything that had just happened to the part of her that was being controlled by Naraku.
...XxXxX...
Kagome was paying another visit to the Kiryuu siblings. Over the past three years they had gotten very close, however, there was something that had to be done.
When arriving on Kiryuu property, Kagome was not her regular smiling self. She seemed sad and distant.
The twins caught sight of her, and they ran towards her. "Kagome-chan," yelled the two together. When they saw Kagome, they knew something was wrong. "What's the matter, Kagome-chan," asked Zero. He didn't like it when she was like that. Her looking that upset was a rarity, but when she did, he didn't like it. He felt that he should be comforting her.
"I'm not coming back."
It took a moment to process, but it finally register in their heads. "What do you mean your not coming back?"
"What it sounds like. This will be the last time you encounter me. Farewell." Without a second glance Kagome walked away. It hurt to just abandon them, but it was for the best. She didn't want them tangled in her messes. She didn't want it to be her fault of their injuries. The twins look hurt, sad, and heart broken as they watched Kagome leave without hesitation.
She understood Sesshomaru's request to remain in the mansion. Naraku was alive meaning that he was searching for her- for the jewel. She had a transformation. Who knew when she would transform. The pills the isolate the miasma before burning it was the only solution that they knew of. In order to keep her friends safe, she agreed to be trapped.
Before returning home, she visited Yuuki explaining to the girl that she wouldn't be able to see her for a while. Yuuki didn't want her to go, but understood. Kaien was explained things in further detail. He was not particularily happy. In fact he was outraged. Kagome, however, asked him to stay out of it.
Kagome returned to Sesshomaru's mansion. She was up in her room again staring out the window looking down on everyone who has their freedom. Kagome shut the dark colour curtains. She did not wish to see it. Her desires would only develop further. I must remember... This is to stop Naraku. Once and for all.
...XxXxX...
I finally finished the first chapter. Longest chapter I have ever written. It took almost a week for me to type. Doesn't help that I injured my wrist in gym, so I can't type as fast but still.
I originally wasn't going to post this until Easter but I can't wait, so here it is.
Please review. I hope this is better than before. I would love to hear your comments.