Eight
…the most brilliant jewel…
Her hands shook holding the small grey ponytail the old man had given her. A place which she had never heard of left his lips, spending his last breath. Mt. Hakurei. A sacred place to offer salvation for even the worst sinners.
It was gloom. It was hope. It was feeling the need of bringing light to darkness, even if Rasetsu was already gone. What was she doing? How will she survive the long journey without Inuyasha to protect her?
New fire rose in her heart. Wasn't she a priestess? Hadn't she demonstrated her powers barehanded? Then why couldn't she travel on her own?
Then, maybe she could clear away the barriers to her power, and prove herself worthy.
Of what? Be worthy of Inuyasha?
That didn't matter for the time being.
With these thoughts she travelled towards the source of massive spiritual energy. Strange, how come she hadn't felt it before? Many things have changed.
The view of the mountain left her breathless, excitement washing away all her weariness. Each excruciating step was forgotten, each battle wound ignored; what mattered was that she was here. On her own. Pride replaced excitement, knowing that she could, had the ability, was able.
Shining eyes gazed at the glowing mountain, her breathe fast from adrenaline. It hitched in her throat.
"Sesshomaru?"
Who else could it be? Dressing in pristine printed silk, pale and ethereal, Lord Sesshomaru stood near the mountain's peak.
Fool! What did he think he was doing? The purifying barrier on Mt. Hakurei would surely kill him.
Unknown anger bubbled inside her, rants piled upon her tongue. Wait—was that blood dripping down his kimono? Sore muscles disregarded, she let her legs fly.
The throb of her heart that had once been excitement turned into fear, mocking her instability.
What was she doing?
Author Note: I had a request for longer chapters, but because of my time and writing problems, I'm going to try and keep my chapters at 300 words, maybe more. As for SessKag, it's getting closer!
Words: 300
Eight: there are eight main facets to a brilliant cut diamond.
