DarkShadow At Midnight

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Book Two

Title: Ones Not Forgotten

Chapter Two: Breaking Out

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Kagome finally got to the door and ran out. Sango and Miroku were talking in a whisper. She didn't look happy and neither did he. Kagome ran up to Sango,

"I'm leaving."

"How?" she asked.

Kagome took out her cell, "I'm calling Dad."

"Kagome, what did he do to you? You look freaked." replied Sango, looking concerned, her anger momentarily forgotten.

Tears began to burn her eyes, "If I tell you, you'll either go back and kill him or start calling me crazy."

"We'll talk about it late. Just hurry up and call Tai." she said in a hurried voice, looking around for anybody that may be watching them.

Kagome dialed her father's number and pressed talk. It rung only once, then he picked up,

"Kagome, what's wrong?"

"Dad, I'm sorry to bother you, but can you please come get me?" answered Kagome. "I told you not to let me come here, now something really weird happened. That Oshima guy has a jail in his building and there was a man down there that looked like Sesshomaru."

He replied, "I'm on my way, wait outside."

Kagome hung up, took Sango's hand, then made her way outside. Miroku followed, not saying anything. Sango took her aside and whispered,

"What happened?"

"I…he…he kissed me Sango." whispered Kagome.

Her eyes went wide, "What! Did he try to rape you or something!?"

"No, something weird is going on." retorted Kagome. "I felt weird and-

She cut her off, hissing, "Please tell me you didn't kiss him back."

"I don't know what…it just happened!" yelled Kagome. "It's like he had a spell over me!"

Sango leaned against the wall in pure shock, "I can't believe this."

"There's something familiar about him." said Kagome. "When I saw him, I felt angry. Like Miroku is toward me."

Sango nodded, "I felt…strange when I saw him. Like relieved yet upset. I don't get it, but why did you kiss him! You don't know where his mouth has been!"

"I know, but…I don't know." said Kagome, biting her lower lip.

They all could hear car wheels, squealing, as they sped toward the building. It turned, and out came Taiku. Kagome ran towards him,

"Dad!"

He caught Kagome in his arms, "What happened?"

"It's a long story." said Sango. "I don't know the half of it."

Taiku looked towards the building, "Get in the car. All of you."

The three did as told and Taiku walked towards the building. Naraku stood at the door, a smile on his face. Kagome watched as he muttered something to him. He laughed then said something she could make out,

"Take him, I don't care. If they reunite, the only thing that'll happen…is the same thing. Every time. Though now that the old dog is back, things will be even more fun."

Taiku retorted, his face turning red before turning and storming towards the car. He got in, started the car, then sped off. Kagome turned, looking back at the man. He looked directly at her, waving and smirking. She glared then turned away, clenching her hand into a fist.

Back At Kagome's Place

When they pulled up to the house, Taiku said he had to run an errand. He told them not to go outside and to wait until he got back. They all agreed. When they went inside, Sango asked,

"Tell me what happened."

"Okay, when we went into the place. I was awestruck by all the art and whatnot. Then I saw the door. I thought that they kept all the expensive art down there and went to look." started Kagome, taking in a breath. "When I went down some of the stairs, I came across a metal door. I heard someone coming up the stairs and went inside.

"The guy came in and went to one of the cells. He was talking to this guy. I guess he came to make sure he was still there. Anyway, when he left, he locked the door. I couldn't get out, so I decided to see what was in the cell."

Sango asked, "Why didn't you just stay hidden, maybe he wouldn't of seen you there. You could've just texted me."

"I didn't think about that." she sighed before continuing. "So I came up to the gate, he reached out and grabbed me. Putting his hand over my mouth. I tried to get free, but he was to strong.

"I looked up and there stood a guy with amber eyes and silver hair. Something about him made me mad, and I wanted to get free. He let me go and I got as far away from him as possible.

"He started saying my name. I don't know how he knew my name but it scared me. I asked him how he knew, then he was like. Kagome, you're alive."

"The biggest question is how he knew you and how did he know us." said Miroku, for once not sounding angry or dull.

Kagome nodded, "I asked him again, how did he know me and he said not to be scared. That he wasn't going to hurt me. I by now was completely freaked. Then you called, we had our conversation then when I looked up. He was out the jail cell!

"I asked how he got out, and he said I didn't recognize him. He said his name was…InuYasha."

"InuYasha?" repeated Sango and Miroku.

She nodded, "Yeah, I told him I didn't know him. Then, he said that I haven't seen him more than a world ago."

"What did he mean by that?" asked Sango.

Miroku was looking down at the floor, thoughtful, "I bet he meant in another life."

"Another life?" said Sango. "How is that possible? Wouldn't he be dead as well?"

Kagome sighed, another migraine surfacing as she tried to think, "I told him that I could get him out, so as long he stayed away from me. He said that it's been so long. I'm guessing since he last seen me, whatever that means. I told him to stay back and he glared.

"Yelling that he wasn't going to hurt me. Once again, I asked him how he knew my name. He said that I was…his mate. He asked if I remembered, a long time ago, falling into a well and finding a boy pinned to a tree."

"This is getting really confusing." said Sango.

Miroku nodded, "I feel like…there's something I'm suppose to know. It's on-the-tip-of-your-tongue kind of thing, but I don't think it's going to click any time soon."

"Yeah." agreed Kagome. "Anyway, I told him I didn't know what he was talking about then he commanded me to come to him. Saying I had to listen. I, sort of, mini flipped on him and his eyes…I swear you guys…flashed red.

"I got up and started backing away. I almost fell back, but he caught me. Pulling me into his arms. He kissed my neck, and it felt strange. The spot he kissed began to tingle sort of. For some reason, I started crying, and I don't know why.

"I wasn't as scared as I should've been so that wasn't the reason. I told him to let go, then managed to get him off. Then I slapped him."

Miroku sat on the counter, "That was smart. This guy might've been in there for murder and you slapped him."

"Yeah, I thought I pissed him off because he began marching toward me. I wanted to scream, but I couldn't. His eyes made me feel so paralyzed. He then pushed me against the wall and kissed me. I…kissed him back and I was crying, again, and I don't know why." explained Kagome. "Then you guys came."

He repeated, "Whoa, whoa, wait. You "kissed" him?"

"I can't explain how I felt because I don't understand it myself." she replied.

Sango stopped Miroku from going on, "He looked awfully clean for a guy in jail."

"Maybe he had took a bath in the showers that were in there before we even went to that place." nodded Kagome.

She raised her eyes, "Did he…taste clean?"

"I…." stammered Kagome, turning red.

Miroku shook his head, "Where did your father go?"

"I don't know." she replied.

He left the room, obviously not wanting to be apart of their conversation. Sango asked,

"Well did he?"

"Yeah." she answered slowly. "That doesn't have anything to do with the major problem here! There's something going on and I think my father knows."

Sango nodded, agreeing, "I figured that too, but Kagome?"

"What is it?" she asked.

Sango asked back, "Did you like that kiss?"

"What! No!" exclaimed Kagome, turning blood red.

She raised an eye, "Then why are you turning red?"

"I…I…." began Kagome, not able to make out her words.

She gasped, "You did, didn't you!?"

"Sango! How can I like the kiss when I don't even know that guy!" yelled Kagome. "That was my first kiss…I just realized it."

Sango asked, "Are you mad?"

"I don't know how I feel anymore. It's just all going by so fast." huffed Kagome.

The front door opened then closed. Sango stood,

"That must be your father."

Kagome stood and followed her out of the room. They walked out the kitchen and into the hall. Indeed, Taiku was just coming in. He didn't look so happy. Kagome hurried over to him,

"Dad, what happened? Where did you go? Did you go to the police?"

"I'm fine Kagome, and no. I didn't go to the police." he started. "I went to see a friend and they'll be coming over tomorrow. Early. You can sleep in though."

Her eyes widened, "Why? I have school tomorrow!"

"No you don't. None of you do." replied Taiku. "You've witnessed something that Naraku may or may not have wanted anyone to see. For you and your friends safety. You'll be staying home. The only place you may go is to each others house. No where else."

Kagome looked frightened, "Is he out to kill us?"

"No, we're just being cautious." he answered.

She repeated, "We?"

"Friends of mine are helping with the issue." he answered. "Anyway, do you all understand?"

Miroku sighed, "None of this would've happened-

"Miroku." interrupted Sango, giving him a glare.

He huffed, walking out the house, "I'm going home."

"Your parents have been informed." he called after him, before turning toward Sango. "You should go as well."

She nodded, "I'll talk to you later Kagome. Bye."

Taiku nodded to her then closed the door behind her,

"You should get some sleep. I know you're a little scared, but I promise you…nothing will happen."

"Yeah." nodded Kagome. "I'll just get a sandwich and head to bed."

She made herself a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, grabbed a glass of milk, then went upstairs. Once in her room, Kagome plopped down onto her bed. Thinking soon as she bit into her sandwich,

"I can't stop thinking about that guy. It's so scary. When he kissed me, I felt so sad. Like I was losing everything."

She took a sip of her milk, then finished up her sandwich, before gulping down the rest of her drink. Kagome put her plate and glass on her nightstand then stood. She took a quick shower, changed into her pajamas, flipped her lights out then climbed into bed.

"How does he know me? Why does he look like Sesshomaru? Why did he kiss me? Why…did I kiss back?"

Kagome put her fingers over her lips that still felt all tingly. She could remember the feel of his lips, the silkiness of his hair and the way he made her shiver. Her heart pounded as she remembered how he was so forceful, yet so gentle. His claws teased her neck…thinking of it made her heart ach.

Just the thought of him made her want to cry in agony and anger. She shook her head,

"Stop it Kagome. His craziness has effected you."

Kagome relaxed, pulling the covers up to her nose and closing her eyes. She thought of a soft melody from long ago. Sleep called to her and she answered. Unfortunately, it led her into a horrible memory.

Kagome's Dream

"Mama! Mama!" laughed the four year old Kagome, running down the hall and into the kitchen where her parents were hugging each other.

She pulled away from Taiku, smiling toward her, "What is it dear?"

"Look what I drew!"

Misaki took the picture and looked at it, "Ooh! It looks so pretty! Is it a puppy?"

"Yeah! I had a dream about a doggy! I want a doggy!" squealed Kagome, running toward her father so he could pick her up.

Taiku laughed, "We'll talk about that later. Right now, I need you to go play with your brother, ok?"

"Ok Daddy!"

He put her down and she ran out the room. As she ran down the hall, everything began to blur. Kagome slowed, looking around, confused. Until she saw a couple, far in the haziness of her vision. The woman, turned towards her,

"Don't remember!"

"M. mommy? Daddy!?" called Kagome, turning around, becoming frightened when the voice began to echo around her.

There was a scream, then a male yelling,

"Misaki! Souta! No!"

"Tai! What's going on!" she screamed back.

He voice sounded broken, "No! I can't lose you again!"

"Tai!" her voice was faint, as if far away. "Tai!"

Kagome fell to the ground, screaming, "Daddy!"

The haziness is ripped away from her and everything is dark. Before her stood a dark figure, their voice cold and shaky,

"It's o. okay sweety."

"Where's Mommy!" sobbed Kagome, running into his arms.

He whispered, "She's…gone."

"No! I want Mommy! Where did she and Souta go! Daddy!" sobbed Kagome, wiggling out his arms then running into the kitchen to see swirling mist of blackness.

It looked like a portal, paper that'd been sitting around was now blowing around the kitchen. Kagome felt dizzy, her head swam and the next thing she knew. She was on the ground, looking at the dark portal.

That next morning, she woke up to see her father crying. He'd told her that her mother and Souta had died in an accident on their way home from an appointment. She couldn't remember anything.

He looked so broken and guilty. When he hugged her, he wouldn't let go. Kagome could only cry…what else could a child do?

Next Morning

Kagome's eyes opened slowly, then the headache came. The dream was only a blur now. She never remembered the dream when she awoke. Kagome sat up and gasped. Her father was at the door,

"Are you alright Kagome?"

"Yeah." she answered, clearing her shaky voice. "It was that dream again."

Taiku walked over to her, sat on the bed then pulled her into his arms. It was then that she noticed she must've been crying in her sleep for him to be in her room. He hugged tightly and sighed,

"I wish I could take them away from you."

"I never remember them when I wake it. It doesn't prevent me from sleeping unless I wake up in the middle of the night. They're not that bad but I could do without the headaches." she smiled, pulling away. "I'll be fine."

He smile back, rustling her hair, "That's my girl. As strong as any stone. My friends have arrived. I want you to meet them."

"I'll be down in a bit." she stood, grabbed so clothes then went into the bathroom.

Kagome took a shower, got dressed then brushed her hair. When she was satisfied with the way she looked, she headed downstairs. There was talking in the living room. When she got there, she stopped in her tracks. Her eyes went wide.

There, in her very living room was the Takahashi Family…and…InuYasha…..

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