PLOT/STORYLINE: On the night of Halloween, two best friends attend a college dance to celebrate the holiday of dressing up. Yet something goes wrong, there are creatures appearing that are attacking and tearing apart any human that they come across. Somehow the Gate of Demons had been opened, and Rin and Kagome find themselves in the middle of a war that will soon take place; in the new era of the Golden rose, a mystical being who once graced the land where demons once roamed freely.
CHARACTER PAIRING: Sesshomaru&Rin Inuyasha&Kagome
AUTHORESS NOTES: This chapter is shorter, it continues chapter one :P ENJOY!
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GOLDEN ROSE
BY: YOURDARLINGDAWN
CHAPTER TWO: A QUICK WAY TO DIE
The sounds of bare feet hitting tile echoed down an empty hall, announcing Rin's arrival as she dashed around a corner.
The school was still new to her, she had no idea where she was or was headed. All she could think of was the golden eyed albino demon, who was unseen to the girl as she kept her attention ahead of her. Katana in hand, she quickly peeked into every room and hall that she passed.
Sesshomaru was nearby, remaining unheard yet she could feel his strong aura. It swirled and fogged her mind, almost like a dark cloud that was attempting to suffocate and weaken the brunette. He was too quiet, Rin had to see how close he was to her.
Keeping her speed the girl glanced back, then widened her eyes before reflectively jumping to the side.
A thin streak of glowing green shot past her, slicing through strands of hair that failed to escape in time.
Throwing herself up against a wall, the girl watched as the seemingly lime green laser retreated back into the demon's index finger, he hadn't moved since acting out with the attack. She studied him, the distance separating them gave her time and space to continue running.
However, Rin was getting sick of fleeing.
At the corner of her eye she noticed a steel door, a picture signaling a fire escape labeled in the middle. Wanting to leave the building and draw Sesshomaru away from any victims, the brunette pushed herself from the wall and within seconds flung the door open to disappear from the man's sight.
Dashing up the many steel steps, she came to another door of which she threw her body weight on. Gusts of cold air tackled the girl as she accessed the building's rooftop, nudging her to the side while she hesitantly hurried across the cleared flooring.
Reaching the center, Rin spun back around to face the doorway. The sword's sheaf scattered along the roof as she wielded her weapon, preparing herself for whatever might happen.
Already standing outside the opened door was the demon, his figure calm and showing easy breathing even after moving so quickly. His golden pools eyed the girl through strands of silver that flowed over his sculpted face, and both arms remained steady at his sides.
Rin flinched as the man took a single step towards her, yet no visions of attacks crossed her eyes so she kept her stance.
Both hands gripping the handle, she pointed the blade at Sesshomaru. It accured to her that she would most likely die by his hand, but she would put up a fight first. If this demon were to slay her, then she will show him first hand that humans can be strong; she can be strong.
"Human, you wish to fight this Sesshomaru?"
Perhaps it was by the now gentle breeze or through pure imagination, but the brunette felt a slight thrill through his words. Beautiful yet strong venomous power laced his voice, she never knew that a demon would have such a spellbinding speech let alone such a stunning appearance.
He waited for her reply, a hand rising to cup the butt of a sword handle at his hip.
Upon closer inspection the hand seemed more scarred and was adorned with deadly razor claws, unlike the other that was more normal; more human.
"Looks like I have no choice," Rin softly spoke, her gaze meeting his.
At first she assumed that she had spoken to low for the demon to hear, and Rin nibbled at her bottom lip nervously.
She hated to repeat herself, especially if the person truly did hear her the first time.
They took their time, looking for any movement that would begin the fight. Coffee brown hair whipped along the golden blade while the girl slightly bent her knees, ready for whatever Sesshomaru might do.
"You have a choice, to die painlessly or to die in agony."
Some choice, Rin tilted her head down to eye the katana in her grasp. She wasn't used to sword fighting, let alone crossing swords with a demon. For all she knew, his weapon could be plunged into her gut before she could attempt a swing at the man.
Rin pondered how he would kill her quickly, for there was really no fast way to die. Puncturing her heart, she would still feel the pain and would have to wait for her body to shut down. Decapitating her, it is said that the brain remains conscious for about ten seconds. Slicing her throat, that would suffocate her until she died of either blood loss or oxygen deprivation. The quickest way to die that she could fathom, would be to have her brain smashed. Maybe the demon would do so, perhaps he was strong enough to flatten her skull with one swift stomp of his foot.
Daring not to list the most slowest way that he could kill her, the brunette inhaled deeply and with her eyes glued to his she slowly opened her mouth.
"My choice has been made."
As Rin answered, she saw flashes of the demon flying towards her to swing his katana at her neck.
She rushed to the side while Sesshomaru unleashed his weapon and attacked, grateful that her visions were still guiding her. Another caught her and caused the girl to dodge threatening claws, followed by the blade that missed her by inches to slam against the rooftop floor.
More attacks were aimed at her, each becoming increasingly powerful and risky as Sesshomaru began to show a hint of frustration.
This human girl was able to escape from him even before he could make a move, she somehow knew what he would do as he started his attacks.
Sesshomaru grew some interest, now swinging at the brunette just to watch her skillfully leap from his blade. At some points she attempted flips and gracefully landed on her feet, shifting and gliding away from the demon.
Slicing through a lock of chocolate hair he growled, his blade was only meant to cut through flesh and bone.
Eyeing the girl's weapon, he struck it with his sword.
It was an attack not fully aimed for her, so Rin slightly winced as the two blades met and sent vibrations up her arm. She paused and looked up at Sesshomaru, he only stood a couple feet from the girl. As she was breathing heavily and fighting for air, the man was still and inhaled light enough to show no movement in his chest. No more visions warned Rin, and she silently watched the demon while awaiting for him to speak.
Once the brunette was calm and caught up to her breathing, he slowly raised his sword to place the blade against hers.
"Fight this Sesshomaru, human. Do not run from that of which you have chosen," Sesshomaru sternly eyed the katana of gold in her hand, then looked back to the girl.
Normally he wouldn't battle a mere human, yet one who could predict his attacks so well was interesting to the demon.
Having never met a suitable rival who matched his strength, the man wondered if this girl could last longer than the others. Surely he would destroy her, but it would be entertaining to see what she could do.
She only stood there, gaping at the demon who wanted her to fight. Self doubt and confusion flooded Rin, unsure of what she could do against him. With his previous attacks he had shown the girl his skill in sword fighting, and so complete dismay worried her tiny being.
Bored with the delayed response, the demon flicked his wrist to swing his blade over her katana.
Rin noticed the movement beforehand, and ducked out of the way from the oncoming assault.
Feeling a spark of courage she thrust her sword towards the demon, and grunted as he easily blocked her first attack. Pushing his weapon, Sesshomaru threw the girl from him and watched as she stumbled backward.
She blinked and steadied her sword, placing it before her face to be ready for his next move.
As Rin envisioned him jumping up into the air, she leaped to the side and escaped a hurdling attack that left a small crater in the rooftop. Without wasting time she threw herself at the demon, striking his sword and pulling away to meet blades once more. The echoes of metal clashing sounded out into the silent night, and soon Rin found herself in her first sword fight.
With her sudden visions and his smooth reflexes, the battled seemed to continue longer than Sesshomaru expected. With each attack the human escaped death, no matter how many multiple blows her sent her way.
Becoming more comfortable with the fight Rin lashed out more, accompanying each dodge with an attack. Even through her blows missed the quick demon, she felt her pride grow. In a way the battle was enjoyable, she even hoped for it to last all through the night.
Sesshomaru narrowed his eyes at the human and tossed her from him, staring at her face as she gazed up at him between attacks.
Rin was smiling, with no worry or fear crossing her gentle complexion.
He couldn't believe it, no human had ever looked so happy and playful in his presence let alone during their dying hour. This girl's grin grew with each dodge, and she made the fight appear as a dance while she spun in circles around the roof.
Letting out a growl, Sesshomaru dashed towards the girl with increased speed. She gasped and side stepped the oncoming attack, sensing the maximum irritation clouding around him.
Catching the trail of the brunette's dress with his foot, the man accidentally tore the skirt of Rin's dress as both hurdled in opposite directions. Upon hearing the tearing of material and feeling the pull of her gown, she glanced down to see that half the skirt remained. It was ripped just above her knees, allowing for the frigid night air to send goosebumps up her exposed skin.
Sesshomaru also stopped to glance at the human, drifting his eyes over the toned legs that stepped into a fighting stance. Every visible inch of her skin was softly illuminated by moonlight, and her long chocolate hair freely glided over her lean body.
At fight he saw a pathetic blood splattered angel, but now he saw an angelic warrior. Beautiful, determined, and strong; this girl was beyond the loathsome image that she first portrayed.
Letting out a huff, the demon readied his weapon. He had met plenty of female warriors, each died at his hand. Yes she was lovely, but also a fragile human whom he could snap with a single snap of his claws.
"Foolish human," he pointed the tip of his katana at Rin, his body slightly turned to the side, "With that sword you will never defeat this Sesshomaru."
"Oh?" Rin blinked down to her weapon, "And why's that?"
Sesshomaru growled lightly, having always hated to be questioned. This girl apparently knew nothing, and was unaware of the golden sword of which she wielded.
Moving closer to her he reached his blade out to tap it against her katana, and then lowered it down so she could look upon the engravings along the blade of gold.
"It is the sword of the Golden Rose," he half lidded his eyes, watching the brunette trace her weapon with a delicate finger, "A being more powerful than you, she was neither human nor demon. That sword has more power than your pitiful human brain could ever comprehend."
Rin darted her eyes up to the man and winced under his dark glare, somehow he looked offended that she was even holding the katana.
Keeping eye contact they stared each other down, unable to make the first move she only waited for his next attack.
A sharp pain sliced down Rin's bicep and she hissed, having torn many muscles during the fight. Tearing her eyes from Sesshomaru she instinctively looked at her arm, only to find nothing since the pain was internal.
Taking the opportunity the demon thrust his hand out at the brunette, clasping strong fingers around her fragile neck. He used the more normal hand, the other would had easily pierced her throat with his many claws.
She choked out a gasp and darted her gaze back to him, raising her free hand to cup the one that held her.
Growling menacingly at her touch, the man twitched yet remained still. Warm silk graced his cold flesh, and a small part of him longed for her dainty fingers to glide up his arm.
Rin softened her expression while watching the demon, once again taking in his elegant features. She would be honored to die by this man's blade, with such strength and beauty he was like a god.
Moving her foot back she felt it slide over the edge of the roof, and the girl inwardly nodded to herself on what would happen. After being maimed by his sword, she would be thrown down to the ground below. The school was bordered by the forest, but depending on which side they were on she might be tossed down to the rocky remains of a cliff.
Smiling gently she dropped her katana, then listened as it clattered on top of the concrete.
Confused by her reaction, Sesshomaru glared at her. This human in his grasp appeared at peace and happy, even looking into the very eyes of her killer.
She was unafraid.
Releasing Rin the man tightened his hold on his sword, then rose it to align the blade with her neck.
"Your eyes," she whispered, never acknowledging the deadly closeness of the weapon.
"What of them?"
"They're," Rin smiled and dared to raise a hand, tracing a line over the demon's right eye, "They're gold, just like the sword."
Sesshomaru blinked at the girl's touch, then marveled at how gentle she was.
She continued to run her fingers down his cheek, showing no fear of the sword that would slice her throat at any given second. Feeling the demon's purple marks she bit her bottom lip, then lowered her eyes down unto her own markings.
They were the same, but upon further inspection hers seemed almost metallic and glittered in the moonlight.
Following her gaze the man began to once again ponder her stripes, no human could gain such markings. No fear, demonic markings, yet the scent of a human; this girl confused Sesshomaru greatly, if she was a half-demon it would surely show in her appearance.
"Are you going to kill me now?"
Looking back to see the girl's hazel orbs on him, he lowered his brow to the question.
He had no reason why he should spare her life, perhaps she was just a freak of nature. The demon had more important things to do than to worry about this useless human.
Narrowing his gaze, Sesshomaru twisted his katana to make the blade cut up into the girl's flesh. She winced at the pain but kept her strong composure as she awaited the final blow.
Inhaling deeply the demon caught the scent of her blood, it smelt sweet and rich; it smelt of honey.
Without thought he shoved his hand out, hitting the girl's chest to throw her backward.
Letting out a surprised yelp, she flew out over the edge of the roof. brunette locks fluttered all around her as she began to drop to a rocky death. What seemed like eternity wrapped the girl in a calming bliss, and she closed her eyes while the cold night air threw her body downward. Maybe this will be a quick death for her, such a fall would splatter her body like a squished bug.
She smiled and reopened her eyes, looking up to the star scattered sky as her arms and legs reached upward. Between the gentle whips of her hair she noticed a dash of white coming at her, and before long found herself cradled against a hard body.
A silver chest plate poke at Rin's body, she she fought around the discomfort and ran her eyes over the familiar white clothing and silver hair that embraced her skin. Head upon the demons shoulder she shut her eyes, exhaustion winning over her before the girl could even comprehend that her killer had become her savior.
AUTHORESS NOTES: Let's just say chapter 1 and 2 are the prologues :). Next chapter will be the beginning of everything, a new life for Rin and Kagome. The main pairing is Rin&Sesshomaru, but Kagome will also play a major role so I had to bring Inuyasha in :) Review please!
