The Silver Demon
A/N: Inuyasha, Kagome, Miroku, Sango, Shippo, and Kirara return to Kaede's village to ask the priestess regarding the recent attack on villages. However, Naraku makes his next moves forcing Inuyasha's group into action. What is Naraku's plan? Can Inuyasha and company stop the dreadful demon? Find out in 'Chapter 2: A Possible Trap'.
Disclaimer: I do not own anything related to the Inuyasha.
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"Talking"
'Thoughts'
Chapter 2: A Possible Trap
Kagome exits the forest and enters a small and familiar village. She looks around and notices many people walking around the small village. She sighs in relief as she starts walking towards the center of the village. Alongside her are her friends, Inuyasha, Miroku, Sango, Shippo, and Kirara. Soon, the group nears a familiar building as Kagome calls out a name.
"Kaede, are you home?" asked Kagome.
"Ah, Kagome," responded Kaede as the elder woman exits her small home.
Kaede turns her attention from Kagome to the other members of the group and then welcomes them to her home. Once inside, Kagome takes off her shoes and then walks deeper into the house. She then sits down waiting for everyone to take his or her usual spots.
"So, what news do you bring?" asked Kaede.
Miroku begins to explain the situation to Kaede starting with their fights against Naraku. In addition, Miroku begins to explain their recent findings regarding the destroyed village.
"A village destroyed and there were no signs of Naraku," said Kaede.
"At first we thought Naraku was the cause, but when Inuyasha calmed down, he realized that Naraku was nowhere near the area," explained Sango. "We are wondering if you heard of any recent events regarding attacks on villages."
Kaede remains quiet for the moment as she thinks about the situation. Unfortunately, she does not have any answers for her friends. However, this event does bring major concern. What source of power could be strong enough to match the strength of Naraku?
"I know nothing of recent village attacks," replied Kaede. "If there are a group of demons attacking, then I would not know what the creatures are."
"If only we knew what it is," said Kagome. "We already have Naraku to worry about, but another…."
Kagome stops speaking, which gains the attention of the others in the room. Inuyasha raises an eyebrow, but does not speak as Kagome stands up and looks to the west.
"I can sense the Shikon Jewel," said Kagome. "It's not too far from here."
"So Naraku finally decides to show himself," said Inuyasha as he tightens the hold on his sword. I will not let him escape this time."
Everyone begins to gather his or her items as they prepare to leave for another round against Naraku. Soon, Inuyasha and company leave Kaede's Village as they head towards the source of the tainted Shikon Jewel. Around an hour later, the group nears the last location of the Shikon Jewel, but they stop the moment they notice a group of villagers running towards them.
"Don't go that way!" shouted a young man. "Demons, demons beyond anything are attacking our village. Run!"
The group of five villagers run pass Inuyasha's group while screaming in fear. Just as Inuyasha and company are about to continue forward, they hear a low, but menacing growl. Suddenly, a creature comes charging at Kagome, but Inuyasha intervenes cutting the creature down.
"What is that?" asked Sango looking at a tiger with red lines throughout its body.
"I don't know," replied Miroku.
"I don't care what those things are, but Naraku's scent is here," said Inuyasha.
Inuyasha and his comrades finally reach the village only to come across a horrible sight. The village is in fire as numerous bodies fill the darken ground. Suddenly, a tiger appears from a building as it charges at Miroku. Sango charges forward as she throws her Hiraikotsu towards the tiger. Her weapon hits the beast causing it to land on the ground with a loud thud. Sango's Hiraikotsu returns to her, but a giant eagle comes swinging down hitting Sango in the back. The eagle uses it entire body to force Sango on the ground as it attempts to hit Sango with its beak. However, Miroku intervenes killing the beast with his staff.
"These creatures look like animals, but they are far stronger," said Sango.
"Perhaps something is corrupting the animals into these monsters," said Shippo as he runs to Kirara for protection.
Suddenly, a wolf monster attacks Kirara, who is in her large form. The wolf slams into Kirara knocking the demon cat into the ground.
"Fox Fire!" shouted Shippo unleashing a green fire on the wolf forcing it off Kirara.
Inuyasha attacks another wolf with his Tessaiga. Suddenly, a large wolf lands in front of him, but unlike the previous wolves, this wolf stands on two legs and is much larger than the others are. Inuyasha grins as he charges at the wolf. He swings his Tessaiga forward slashing the beast across the chest, but it does not stop. The large wolf roars in anger as it swings its large claws at Inuyasha cutting the half-demon's right arm. Inuyasha grunts in pain as he jumps back.
"All right, let's do this," said Inuyasha.
Inuyasha charges forward as he swings his sword, but he misses as the giant beast dodges the attack. The wolf turns around to attack Inuyasha, but a bright arrow strikes the beast in the back killing it instantly.
"Hey, I had that fight!" shouted Inuyasha.
"We don't have time!" yelled Kagome back. "We need to save the people!"
"Fine," replied Inuyasha as he heads towards a young boy in trouble.
Inuyasha attacks a bear monster saving the young boy. Just as Inuyasha kills the monster, a tiger appears from inside a burning building nearly hitting Inuyasha. Inuyasha dodges the attack as he swings his Tessaiga cutting the monsters in half. Kagome prepares her bow and arrow as she aims at an eagle in the sky. She releases her arrow hitting the beast in the process. The arrow explodes destroying the eagle. Kagome sighs as she prepares her next arrow. However, she looks around the area and realizes the monsters beginning to surround her and her friends.
"It looks like the last of the villagers left," said Sango.
Sango and Miroku stand back to back, as Shippo stands near Kirara. Kagome runs towards the group with Inuyasha landing near her. Time seems to slow down as everyone prepares to battle against the large group of monsters. Kagome takes a deep gulp as she tightens the grip on her arrow and bow. She aims her arrow at a bear monster as Miroku grabs a few Sacred Sutras. Sango prepares to throw her Hiraikotsu as Inuyasha points his Tessaiga at the demons. Shippo emits green flames from his hands as Kirara begins to growl. The entire group prepares for another round of battle as the demons charge at them.
"Bring it!" shouted Inuyasha. "Wind Scar!"
Inuyasha unleashes his powerful attack destroying numerous of the demons, but to his surprise, some of them manage to survive the attack. Meanwhile, Miroku sends off numerous Sacred Sutras hitting some of the monsters. To his surprise, only a few die, but many manage to survive the attack. Sango swings her Hiraikotsu hitting numerous demons, but some manage to take the blow and then stand back up to charge. Kagome shoots her arrow hitting numerous demons, but a few of them dodge the attack due to their speeds as they charge at the group. Shippo's fox magic provides only a small amount of damage to the demons as they nearly kill him, but Kirara intervenes attacking a few of the demons.
"We need to retreat!" shouted Miroku.
"Damn it!" exclaimed Inuyasha.
Inuyasha and his friends attempt to break through by using the hole created from Inuyasha's Wind Scar attack. As they run, the monsters begin to follow them. Miroku stops running catching everyone's attention. He turns around as he looks to his right hand. His heart begins to pound as numerous scenarios run through his head. So many possibilities can happen. However, he must take a risk if he hopes to keep everyone alive.
"No Miroku!" exclaimed Sango. "You are not using the Wind Tunnel."
"I must," replied Miroku. "We won't escape at this rate. If Naraku is behind this attack, then he surely has us on the run."
"Adamant Barrage!" shouted Inuyasha as he unleashing numerous diamond spikes at the demons.
Unlike before, this time Inuyasha's attack successfully wipes out numerous demons, but still leaves a large amount. Everyone wonders why there are so many of the demons, but they decide to figure the reason later. Right now, they need to take their chance at escaping the demons.
"Adamant Barrage!" exclaimed Inuyasha again. "I'll catch up! Go now!"
Shippo transforms into a pink balloon as he carries Kagome. Meanwhile, Miroku and Sango jump onto Kirara, who begins to fly out of the area. Inuyasha remains behind as he swings his sword again.
"Adamant Barrage!" shouted Inuyasha.
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A few miles away, Kagome, Miroku, Sango, Shippo, and Kirara land at a safe distance from the battle. Kagome looks towards the previous location with a heavy heart. She knows Inuyasha is strong, but those demons pushed them back quite easily. They have no idea what they are dealing with currently.
"Hmm, so that is what is here," said a voice catching the attention of everyone.
As everyone turns around, he or she realizes whom the person talking to him or her is. Sango grips her Hiraikotsu as she prepares to aim it at the person. Standing in front of the group is none other than Byakuya, one of Naraku's incarnations. The demon stares at the group as he raises his hands.
"Whoa, hold on there a minute," said Byakuya. "I'm not here to fight. I'm here to talk."
"There is nothing to talk about," retorted Sango with hatred in her eyes.
"Just wait a minute," said Byakuya. "I'm here to make something clear. Those demons you just met have nothing to do with Naraku.
"Why should we believe you?" asked Miroku with suspicion in his voice.
"I assure you, Naraku is just as baffled as you are," said Byakuya. "I'm here to see if you have any answers. Perhaps, we can exchange information for both of our benefits. The last thing we need is something else interfering in our fight."
"In other words, Naraku wants to use us," said Miroku. "We are not puppets."
"It doesn't matter," said Byakuya. "I'm sure you will get involved whether you want to or not."
"Says who?" asked another voice causing everyone to turn towards the source.
Inuyasha walks out of the forest with a few cuts in his face and clothing. He walks towards the group with his Tessaiga still in hand.
"Why are you here?" asked Inuyasha. "Naraku must know what these creatures are! What are you doing here?"
"Whether you believe me or not," started Byakuya. "This is a matter for both of us to solve. However, you just saw the destructive powers of those beasts. This power interests Naraku, but the question remains, whose power does it belong to? Be careful, there are people who might be bigger targets than others, say a certain priestess."
"What?" questioned Inuyasha in anger.
Byakuya jumps away as he begins to run away. Inuyasha attempts to chase after Byakuya, but his legs collapse causing him to land on his knees.
"Inuyasha!" exclaimed Kagome as she runs towards him.
"I'm fine, I just need a bit of rest," said Inuyasha.
"Inuyasha, we should take this chance to rest," said Miroku. "We don't know when those monsters or Naraku will appear again."
Kagome helps Inuyasha as she looks at him while thinking about Byakuya's last words. The only other priestess that Naraku wants is Kikyo, which makes the young woman wonder if Kikyo has anything to do with the recent attacks. She closes her eyes as images of Inuyasha and Kikyo go through her head. These images cause pain in Kagome's heart, but for now, she decides to push it aside. Regardless of her feelings, the fact that Kikyo might have something to do with this situation will cause Inuyasha to worry. As Kagome thinks about Inuyasha and Kikyo, Inuyasha takes this time to stare at the sky. The Tessaiga did not give him enough power to beat those creatures. He never saw demons with enough strength to survive a direct attack from the Tessaiga. In addition, Byakuya's words have him worried. Could Kikyo be involved in this situation? If so, then he must find her. He must make sure no further harm comes to her. He already let her die once, he is not about to let it happen again. Inuyasha clenches his fist as Kagome applies medicine on his wounds. The young woman looks at Inuyasha as she finishes treating some of his wounds. Kagome stands up and begins to walk away. Inuyasha notices Kagome walk bringing his attention back to reality.
"What's wrong with her?" asked Inuyasha.
Miroku, Sango, and Shippo sigh at Inuyasha's ignorance. He is focusing too much on Kikyo that he does not see Kagome suffering right next to him. They can sense the tension between Inuyasha and Kagome, but as long as Inuyasha is too narrow minded, then this tension will remain.
"He's such an idiot," said Shippo.
"He'll figure it out eventually," said Sango. "I think."
Miroku turns his attention towards the direction of the ruin village. He continues to worry about the new demons and wonders who is behind them. It could be Naraku or just coincidence.
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"Everyone is aware," said a mysterious person. "If you won't mind, why are you doing this? Why draw their attention? We could have snuck in and taken everything."
A person with green hair watches the sunset as he narrows his eyes. He turns around and faces the mysterious person.
"Simple," said the man. "We need a few pawns to do some work for us. Why get our hands dirty?"
The green-haired man turns his head towards the sun again.
"Soon, I shall achieve where my comrades have failed," said the man as numerous monsters with red eyes appear.
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A/N: All right, the end of the second chapter. I did my best on this chapter, though it seems like I am still recovering from my recent writer's block. Nevertheless, it is a slow chapter with a little bit of action. I hope that my future chapters are a bit better, at least in my opinion. So, thanks for reading and please review.