A Wish
Blood trickled down my cheek as I tried to move farther from the knife that threatened me. I wished I could use it to cut the ropes that bound my arms and legs but it was no use. I didn't know who this demon was who had kidnapped me but I hoped Yusuke would come soon to save me.
Apparently so did the demon, which was of course why he had taken me in the first place, to get to Yusuke. He moved the knife closer still in the hopes of causing another scream and maybe a bit of damage.
Just then, as if on cue the door burst open and in came Yusuke, Hiei, Kurama, and Kuwabara. Yusuke, who was already looking livid, saw the blood on my face and you just knew heads were going to roll.
I sighed with relief as the group got rid of the demon and his minions. An hour later we were back at Kurama's house and I was getting my cheek bandaged.
"I can't believe that bastard did this to you Keiko!" yelled Yusuke. "I'm so mad I wish I could go back there and kill him again!"
"Really Yusuke," I said a little embarrassed, "it's okay I'm fine. It's getting late though so I'd better start heading home."
"I'll walk you to the door," said Kurama. When we got to the door Kurama turned to me and smiled, "I think it's obvious that Yusuke really likes you. I've never seen him get so worked up as when he's protecting you. You're his greatest treasure."
I had to force myself to smile at him as I left the building.
Sure I was his greatest treasure, I thought, but I'm also his weakest point. Every time a demon wants to get to him, it seems they go after me. They do it not only because Yusuke'll come running but also because they know I'm weak and won't be able to do anything about it.
I hate being weak with so many friends like Yusuke and Kurama who need to be strong but have to protect me.
I wandered into the park and sat down on a bench. I looked up at the moon and wished for the strength and fighting ability, I could never have. It was more than just not wanting to worry about them trying to save me, I would be able to help them too, have a purpose and help save the world. If only....
I hadn't realized I had spoken my wish out loud until I heard a voice behind me. "Dear little Keiko, my heart bleeds for you."
I turned around and saw in the shadows a strange old woman. Now I don't have a six sense or anything but, I knew just by looking at her, even though she looked pretty normal, that she wasn't human. But she wasn't a demon either, which I suppose is why I ended up trusting her, though it turned out I really shouldn't have.
"Who are you?" I asked.
"Well I could say I'm the answer to your prayers," she said, "but I suppose that's a bit over done these days. My name is Muzan (author's note: this means cruelty in Japanese but let's just pretend Keiko doesn't know that.) and I want to help you with your little problem."
I looked at her warily. I had just met this woman and she was offering me such a wonderful gift for seemingly no reason at all. There had to be something more to this, so I asked her.
"My you are a smart one aren't you?" she said, "Most of the people I offer to don't bother to question my offers and except them graciously. I must say I'm impressed. You see I am a sprite, a spirit with immense magical powers. The only way I can stay alive however, is for me to feed off the happiness of humans. So as you can imagine it is to my advantage to forfill the hopes and dreams of deserving people. (Author's note: Okay I just made all that up but work with me here I don't have many mythological things to choose from.) You Keiko are one of the most deserving people I have ever met. So what do you say?" She looked at me expectantly.
I still had my doubts; this was way too convenient. I had just made a small wish and there she was like my fairy godmother or something. I never had liked Cinderella. I was about to turn her down when suddenly this huge feeling came over me, later I learned it was a spell but at the time all I knew was I suddenly had to accept her offer. I no longer had a choice in the matter.
I turned to her and slowly nodded. That was all she needed. She took out a small vile and said, "Drink this tonight before you go to sleep. It should take about a week to reach its full potential but once it does you will be practically unstoppable." and with that she was gone.
I didn't notice her leave however; I was too busy running for home so that I could begin my new life of power. It was a while before I realized those thoughts were not mine.
Yay! Chapter one is done! I hoped you liked it and if not please send me ideas for improvements. Well dear god it's late. I must be going but please tell me what you thought and feel free to read my other story Inuyasha Meets Yusuke if you haven't already.
Blood trickled down my cheek as I tried to move farther from the knife that threatened me. I wished I could use it to cut the ropes that bound my arms and legs but it was no use. I didn't know who this demon was who had kidnapped me but I hoped Yusuke would come soon to save me.
Apparently so did the demon, which was of course why he had taken me in the first place, to get to Yusuke. He moved the knife closer still in the hopes of causing another scream and maybe a bit of damage.
Just then, as if on cue the door burst open and in came Yusuke, Hiei, Kurama, and Kuwabara. Yusuke, who was already looking livid, saw the blood on my face and you just knew heads were going to roll.
I sighed with relief as the group got rid of the demon and his minions. An hour later we were back at Kurama's house and I was getting my cheek bandaged.
"I can't believe that bastard did this to you Keiko!" yelled Yusuke. "I'm so mad I wish I could go back there and kill him again!"
"Really Yusuke," I said a little embarrassed, "it's okay I'm fine. It's getting late though so I'd better start heading home."
"I'll walk you to the door," said Kurama. When we got to the door Kurama turned to me and smiled, "I think it's obvious that Yusuke really likes you. I've never seen him get so worked up as when he's protecting you. You're his greatest treasure."
I had to force myself to smile at him as I left the building.
Sure I was his greatest treasure, I thought, but I'm also his weakest point. Every time a demon wants to get to him, it seems they go after me. They do it not only because Yusuke'll come running but also because they know I'm weak and won't be able to do anything about it.
I hate being weak with so many friends like Yusuke and Kurama who need to be strong but have to protect me.
I wandered into the park and sat down on a bench. I looked up at the moon and wished for the strength and fighting ability, I could never have. It was more than just not wanting to worry about them trying to save me, I would be able to help them too, have a purpose and help save the world. If only....
I hadn't realized I had spoken my wish out loud until I heard a voice behind me. "Dear little Keiko, my heart bleeds for you."
I turned around and saw in the shadows a strange old woman. Now I don't have a six sense or anything but, I knew just by looking at her, even though she looked pretty normal, that she wasn't human. But she wasn't a demon either, which I suppose is why I ended up trusting her, though it turned out I really shouldn't have.
"Who are you?" I asked.
"Well I could say I'm the answer to your prayers," she said, "but I suppose that's a bit over done these days. My name is Muzan (author's note: this means cruelty in Japanese but let's just pretend Keiko doesn't know that.) and I want to help you with your little problem."
I looked at her warily. I had just met this woman and she was offering me such a wonderful gift for seemingly no reason at all. There had to be something more to this, so I asked her.
"My you are a smart one aren't you?" she said, "Most of the people I offer to don't bother to question my offers and except them graciously. I must say I'm impressed. You see I am a sprite, a spirit with immense magical powers. The only way I can stay alive however, is for me to feed off the happiness of humans. So as you can imagine it is to my advantage to forfill the hopes and dreams of deserving people. (Author's note: Okay I just made all that up but work with me here I don't have many mythological things to choose from.) You Keiko are one of the most deserving people I have ever met. So what do you say?" She looked at me expectantly.
I still had my doubts; this was way too convenient. I had just made a small wish and there she was like my fairy godmother or something. I never had liked Cinderella. I was about to turn her down when suddenly this huge feeling came over me, later I learned it was a spell but at the time all I knew was I suddenly had to accept her offer. I no longer had a choice in the matter.
I turned to her and slowly nodded. That was all she needed. She took out a small vile and said, "Drink this tonight before you go to sleep. It should take about a week to reach its full potential but once it does you will be practically unstoppable." and with that she was gone.
I didn't notice her leave however; I was too busy running for home so that I could begin my new life of power. It was a while before I realized those thoughts were not mine.
Yay! Chapter one is done! I hoped you liked it and if not please send me ideas for improvements. Well dear god it's late. I must be going but please tell me what you thought and feel free to read my other story Inuyasha Meets Yusuke if you haven't already.