The Dark-Light

By Anime-Goddess-Sakura

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Chapter 9

Angel or demon?

Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha, unfortunately!!!!

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Kikyo sat silently as she watched the dancing flames. She had left the village about two days ago, since Naraku had visited her. She needed to find Inuyasha and Kagome. She didn't know why, but she had a bad feeling. Naraku knew who Kagome was. And she was sure that he just wouldn't let her stay there. Looking at the moon, she sighed dejectedly. She sometimes wondered if she had the right to live again. Yes, she did love Inuyasha and she didn't want to leave him, but was that was reason enough to cheat death.

Thinking of Inuyasha, made her think of Kagome. She knew exactly what the girl's feelings towards the hanyou were. And still she had given up her love to see Inuyasha happy with another. Kikyo had to be sincere with herself, she wasn't sure if she would have done the same as Kagome. Kagome was definitely unique. Her soul was big and pure. Kikyo had always believed that even the purest would eventually get tainted, but Kagome had proven her wrong. The girl had gone through a lot and still she forgave and didn't hate. It seemed that she was unable to hate.

The priestess smiled as she remembered that they had thought that she was her reincarnation. How could they have made such a big mistake? Resting her back against a tree trunk, she closed her eyes. Tomorrow she would be in the Western Lands. And hopefully she would find Inuyasha and Kagome and the others alive.

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"Is she alive?" a childish voice asked.

Mitsuko was in deep sleep. She felt so warm and safe and she didn't want to wake up. However her rest was disturbed when she felt someone poking her. She turned so that she was lying on her stomach. She covered her head with the pillow as she tried to go back to sleep. She let out a frustrated growl. She was just about to give up and get up, when her so-called molester seemed to hit a very ticklish spot. Involuntarily she giggled; she bit her lips, trying desperately to control the impulse to giggle. Her ears twitched as she distinctly heard some giggles and laughter. She was even more annoyed when the poking increased. She squirmed away from the touch, knowing very well that if she didn't she would be reduced to a giggling mess. Something that wasn't really dignified in her opinion. She had no luck though as the poking continued and she laughed out hard.

Embarrassed at her lack of control, she turned on her back and sat up. Slowly she opened her liquid silver eyes to glare at her molesters. Her face quickly softened though, when she saw who her so-called molesters were. There in front of her sat the two cutest children that she had seen, one was more specifically a young kitsune, but cute nonetheless. The girl was tiny with such soulful auburn eyes. She had beautiful peach colored tanned skin. Her long raven locks were pulled into a ponytail that rested sideways on her head. She was wearing a simple orange kimono with some green designs on it. It was her smile though that warmed Mitsuko up. She gave the young woman a toothy grin that screamed cuteness.

The kitsune was also very cute. He had unruly orange red hair that was held in a ponytail. His eyes were a piercing emerald green. His outfit was a bit difficult to describe. He wore a pair of blue pants and what looked like a fury vest on his green shirt. His pointy ears twitched lightly. It was his tail that caught most of Mitsuko's attention. It was bushy and a soft brown color and for some reason very cute.

"Good morning." She said in a cheerful voice, when she noticed the curious looks that she was getting.

"May I know who you two are?" she asked sitting up Indian style on the bed.

"I'm Shippou." The little fox said puffing up his chest.

Mitsuko contained her laughter as she turned her gaze towards the little human child.

"Rin's name is Rin…I mean my name is Rin." She said blushing furiously, before giving her a toothy grin.

Mitsuko smiled widely at them. The two of them were simply adorable. She wondered if when she decided to have children if they would be as cute. She looked up as the little girl spoke.

"What is your name, pretty lady?"

"My name is Su…I mean my name is Mitsuko." Mitsuko's eyes dimmed for a moment, but she quickly schooled it behind a smile.

"Do you want to go pick flowers with Rin?" the girl asked cheerfully jumping up and down on the bed.

Seeing that she had nothing better to do, Mitsuko complied. She elegantly stood up, making Rin and Shippou look in awe at her. The two children thought that everything that she did was so elegant and graceful. She was very beautiful. Her electric blue hair cascaded freely against her back. The silver highlights shone brightly in the afternoon sun. Her beautiful silver eyes held the same life that Kagome's blue ones possessed. However the white wings on her back were different than Kagome's. The white kimono that she was wearing made her seem to glow.

"Shall we?" she asked motioning to the children.

Shippou and Rin quickly jumped off the bed. Each of them held one of her hands as they dragged her out of the door.

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Mitsuko sat silently and observed the children play. She was relieved to see that her demon attributes had disappeared. She didn't know if she could see herself as a demon. She still had a lot to get used to. She didn't know what she would do when she saw her mother, her mother that was a full-blooded demon. She hadn't seen her parents or her sister since she had woken up. And she had to admit that for once she was afraid. She had never been afraid before in her life, but now she was terrified. She didn't know if they would forgive her, she had tried to kill them after all. She had never felt this insecure in her life.

'Will they ever forgive me?'

'Do they hate me?'

Doubt and guilt invaded her mind. She had been raised her whole life to be sure of herself. Now on the other hand she felt so vulnerable. Her emotions that were normally kept in a tight reign were free and uncontrolled. Unknown to her, she was slowly transforming. Her ears turned pointy and her nails and teeth grew into fangs. Her beautiful white wings seemed to fall apart in a thousand white feathers that flew away with the wind.

"You should try to control your emotions." A soft melodic voice said from behind her.

Turning her head around, her eyes widened as she watched her mother standing there. Silver eyes regarded her warmly. It was then that she realized that she was completely demon now.

"Don't be scared." Mai said sitting down next to her.

"How can I control…this?" she asked looking at her claws.

"Well…it seems that your demon powers feed off your emotions, so I suggest you try to control yourself."

"But is it really that bad to be a demon?" Mai asked when she noticed the relieved look on her youngest daughter's face.

"No, it's just I don't know if I can be a demon." Mitsuko confessed truthfully.

"I've always been an angel and being a demon is so different."

"I don't want to loose myself to bloodlust or demon rage."

"I just can't." Mitsuko whispered.

She was shocked when her mother pulled her in a gentle embrace. Her first reaction was to pull away. Her mind was screaming at her that she was too close to a demoness. However the maternal warmth that she felt radiating from her mother stopped her from pulling away. Mai gently ran a hand through her daughter's silky hair.

"It's okay; you will learn to cope with your new powers."

"Will I always have two sides; I mean angel and demon?" she asked uncertain.

Mai stayed silent as she thought about this. Kagome just like Mitsuko was half angel and half demon; still her body had chosen the appearance of a fallen angel with demon attributes.

"I don't think so, right now your body is still trying to adjust to the new changes."

"I will take a while, before your body finds the harmony."

"Harmony?" Mitsuko asked confused.

"Yes, that's when your body will choose your real form."

Mitsuko nodded her head, even though she was still a bit worried. She involuntarily shivered. Mai noticed her daughter's unrest.

"Just don't be afraid and remember that your father and I will be there for you." Mitsuko nodded her head as she continued looking at the children, while enjoying her mother's company.

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Naraku sat quietly in the castle as he observed everything. His plans had to be changed now that Kagome's parents had come in the picture. Both of them were no laughing matter. Mai was a full-blooded light kitsune, a very rare breed of kitsune. They were quite powerful. Then there was Kazuo, who was a son of heavens, an angel. It was clear to the spider hanyou that he had to play his cards well. These were not normal opponents. And of course there was also Kagome's little sister Mitsuko. The hanyou had been quite impressed with her powers. The girl was stronger then she looked and quite a sight to behold. Beauty did run in the family, both of the girls were just as beautiful as their mother. Mai and Mitsuko were really beautiful, but he had eyes for only one…

"Kagome." He whispered huskily as he observed her through Kanna's mirror.

With each day that passed by, she was becoming more mature and much more beautiful. Her powers were increasing as well. Yes, she would be the perfect mate for the soon to be ruler of the whole world. No, he wasn't dumb. He knew very well that there was much more then only Japan. Japan was only the first step in his plan. With Kagome by his side, he would be able to control the Shikon no tama. No one, absolutely no one could stop him.

He raised an eyebrow as he watched Kagome avoid Sesshoumaru. Something must have happened between the two. He was sure about it. The Demon Lord was difficult that he knew. He still didn't understand why Sesshoumaru insisted on protecting Kagome. They had been enemies once and now he was willing to protect her with his life. He furrowed his brows. He needed to find out more about this. Sesshoumaru, unlike his half-brother was a worthy and strong opponent. He could become a nuisance in his place. He had already proven a burden once. His eyes bled red as he recalled what happened. He had had Kagome in his arms if it hadn't been for the Demon Lord he would have captured her for sure and he could already be enjoying her.

Yet there was one thing that Naraku possessed and that was patience. He knew that in the end all the pieces of the puzzle would fall into place. Casting a side-glance he observed Kagura standing there. He smirked amusedly when he watched her glare heatedly at him.

"Kagura, go pay Mitsuko a visit." He said casually.

"Mitsuko?" Kagura asked uncertain; she knew that Naraku wasn't interested in the girl.

"Yes, now go." He bit out in a cold voice.

Kagura nodded his head. He watched as she disappeared from his eyesight. Yes, Mitsuko still had to be tested. He already knew the others' strength and weaknesses. It was time to find out those of Mitsuko. As a strategic man, he needed to know his opponents; he needed to know their strength and weaknesses so that he could use them to his advantage. Inuyasha and the gang were just pawns in his game. Right now the only one that he didn't quite understand yet was the young female. That's why Kagura would test her. With that last thought he walked out of the room.

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Kagome sat silently in a tall tree as she observed her mother and sister. She couldn't help, but smile. She still hadn't really spoken to her sister. The reason was that she didn't know what she would say. She was her twin sister. And yet what the Goddess told them still rang in her head. They were so different from one another. They were like night and day. In this case she was night and Mitsuko was day. She gently pulled a feather from her wings and observed the dark color. The dark feather shone brightly in the sun. She still had a lot to learn about herself, she was a fallen angel and yet she possessed the powers of both demon and angel. And not to mention she had the attributes of both. Her sister was just like her, except her sister had white wings.

'What's the difference between us?'

'Was she still an angel?'

"Spying on your sister now?" Inuyasha's gruff voice said from behind her.

"Eep!" Kagome yelled, losing her balance.

She would have fallen out of the tree if it hadn't been for Inuyasha's quick reflexes. She let out a relieved sigh as she found herself in the safety of Inuyasha's arms. However as soon as the thought struck her of where she was, she decided it would have been better to have fallen out of the tree. She quickly pushed away from Inuyasha. Inuyasha hid the hurt look that had crossed his face.

"What are you doing here Inuyasha?" Kagome asked coldly with her back to him.

"I…" he shut his mouth as he looked at Shippou and Rin in the distance.

He wanted to apologize. He wanted to tell her that she was much more then just a shard detector. Kagome sighed as she turned to look at him. She needed to know. She knew that she still cared for Inuyasha, but looking at the way things were going between them, she was afraid that those feelings would dry up. And she didn't want that to happen.

"Inuyasha, do you consider me at least a friend or am I just a tool?" she asked softly.

Inuyasha visibly tensed at this. His ears twitched nervously as he tried to find his voice to speak. Kagome mistook his silence. She fought the tears that were threatening to fall. She wouldn't let him see her cry. She stood up and spread open her wings. Inuyasha seeing her stand up panicked. His hand shot out and wrapped around her wrist.

"Let go Inuyasha!" Kagome yelled angrily as she tried to release her wrist from his grip.

Inuyasha only tightened his grip. He wouldn't let her leave, not before telling her the truth. For once he would drop his guard and let her in.

"Kagome stop it." He whispered.

"No, just let me go, I'm just some shard detector anyway!" she yelled angrily her crystal tears streaming down her face.

"Kagome, listen for once, you're my friend, not my shard detector!" Inuyasha yelled angrily, causing Kagome to stop her struggling.

She slowly turned her tearstained face to look at Inuyasha. She couldn't believe what he had said.

"Kagome, I really care about you, you're my first friend."

"You accepted me for who I was and you've always been there for me."

"I care for you Kagome and no matter how I act or what I say, you must never think otherwise."

"Inuyasha." Kagome whispered as she watched the sincere look on his face.

He released her wrist and stood up on the branch. Not saying anything, he gathered her in his arms. He was sorry for all the times, he had hurt her. However being a hanyou had taught him not to trust anyone. He had created a wall around his heart to protect himself. With Kikyo's betrayal he got even more jaded. And the wall around his heart had increased even more. That was until he met Kagome. She had stayed by his side even when he had hurt her countless times by calling her weak or by sneaking off to go and meet Kikyo. He was unworthy of her love.

She even brought Kikyo back for him; sacrificing her love for him. He hadn't realized how much he cared for her, until she had been taken by Sesshoumaru. He had been afraid that he would kill her. Seeing her alive, he had been so relieved that there were no words to describe what he had felt that moment. She was a true gem. He tightened his hold around her as he inhaled her scent. He enjoyed the feeling of her in his arms. If only…he mentally shook his head. He told her, what he could. He couldn't tell her that he cared for her so much that he saw her more than just a friend. He just couldn't. He wasn't going to be selfish, he had Kikyo. It wouldn't be fair to both of them. He gently ran his hands through her silky hair. He would be her friend and nothing more. And he would be damned if he or anyone else hurt her.

Kagome sighed as she felt at peace in his arms. If he was offering his friendship, she would accept it, as long as she was by his side, she would be happy. She had made a promise a long time ago to stay by his side and she would keep her promise.

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Sesshoumaru who was in his study stood by the window and watched as Inuyasha embraced Kagome for some reason felt his blood boiled. He bit back the growl that wanted to leave his lips. However his thoughts were cut short, when he heard an amused chuckle from behind him. He whirled around to see Kazuo leaning against the wall with his arms crossed over his chest and with an amused look on his face.

He glared heatedly at him, but the angel seemed not to be affected by it. Kazuo slowly made his way towards the Demon Lord. He silently stood at the window and looked at what Sesshoumaru had been observing. The same amused smile made his way to his lips.

"It looks like my daughter really cares for that young man." He said nonchalantly.

Out of the corner of his eye, he watched Sesshoumaru narrow his eyes dangerously while looking at the couple. He inwardly laughed. Sesshoumaru was as easy to read as a book. It was more then obvious that he was jealous. He decided to anger the Demon Lord even more.

"Do you think he would take her as his mate?"

His only answer was a loud growl from Sesshoumaru. The Demon Lord's eyes were slowly bleeding red. He abruptly turned around and walked out of his study. Kazuo smiled as he watched him leave. The Demon Lord was stubborn. He refused to acknowledge his feelings.

"Stubborn pup." He muttered while he observed his daughter.

A slight frown marred his features. By what he had gathered the hanyou had another woman. He wasn't sure what the relationship between him and his daughter were. However one thing was for sure, he wouldn't let him play with her feelings. He knew that Kagome was old enough to make her own decisions, but he as her father wouldn't let the hanyou play with her emotions. He wasn't a demon, but when it came to her daughters, he would be even more protective than any demon. He wouldn't let anyone hurt them; especially not now that he got them back.

Casting one last look at the two of them, he turned around and walked out of the study, but not before making a mental note to talk to the hanyou.

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Mitsuko knew that she was going to hate herself for doing this, but she felt she had to do this. She slowly opened the doors of his study, from what she had gathered from Rin, the Demon Lord was bound to be in there. She slowly pushed open the door and peaked in. She let out a strangled cry as the door was roughly pulled open. Looking up she was met with a pair of glowing golden eyes.

"Why are you spying on me wench?" Sesshoumaru asked angrily.

Unlike Kagome, Mitsuko could control her tongue, instead of snapping at him like Kagome would, she slowly straightened up and looked calmly at him.

"I would appreciate it Lord Sesshoumaru that when you're referring to me you use my name and not some other name that you deem worthy, seeing that I call you by your proper name and title." She said calmly, even though her silver eyes could freeze hell over.

He was completely taken back by her calmness. Even though her statement had cut through like a knife. Just like Kagome, she had a sharp tongue. However unlike Kagome she retained a calm exterior even when it was more than clear that she would rather have slapped him silly. He had to give her credit though to stand up to him and not flinch. She was either incredible brave to talk to him like that or she was too stupid to be scared of him. The latter was more likely.

"Hn." He said turning around.

Mitsuko resisted the urge to roll her eyes as she followed him inside. He sure had a big ego, she thought wryly as she closed the door behind him. Sesshoumaru slowly sat down in his chair behind the desk. Mitsuko just as calmly sat down in the chair in front of his desk. She had to admit that he was intimidating. She looked around his study. The place was tidy. Behind his desk was a big bookcase filled with books. Apparently he liked to read. There were some paintings hanging from the wall. Two of them were of a beautiful demoness with platinum blond hair and sky blue eyes. She had the same markings as the Demon Lord, she concluded that it had to be his mother.

"Why are you here Mitsuko?" he asked when he noticed her looking around.

She snapped her head to look at him. She abruptly stood up. She took a deep breath before bowing her head.

"I apologize for attacking you earlier my Lord." She said calmly.

She really hated herself right now. She was apologizing to a demon, a demon that was too arrogant to stand. Sesshoumaru stayed silent as he pondered on what she had said. He would have never expected her to apologize. That had to be a strong hit to her pride.

"Apology accepted." He said calmly.

Mitsuko raised her head and couldn't help, but smile. That was until her gaze landed on book that was lying on his desk.

"Is that the Holy Archive?" she asked with disbelief. Sesshoumaru cocked an eyebrow at her.

"Do you know this book?" he asked.

"Yes, there are only two copies, one is in the library of the heavens…and I see that you have the other one." She narrowed her eyes at this.

"How do you have this book in your possession?" Sesshoumaru smirked, as he looked straight at her.

"I have my ways." he said calmly.

She was about to protest when he cut her off. He turned the book around and pushed it towards her. She raised her perfectly shaped eyebrows to look at him as if asking him what he wanted. Sesshoumaru mentally sighed as he leaned towards her. She watched him cautiously.

"Can you read this?" he asked almost bored.

She seemed to snap out of her reverie as she looked at the words. They were ancient, she had studied the language, but still she had some difficulty deciphering the words. Looking up she was met with the impatient glare of the Demon Lord. She mentally sighed. He sure was impatient.

"It will take time for me to decipher it completely." She said pushing the book back in his hands.

Sesshoumaru stayed silent as he contemplated her answer. She was the only one right now that had the capability to translate it for him. He didn't like the idea that it would take longer then he anticipated. Nevertheless he had no other choice. He needed to decipher the prophecy in order to protect Kagome. There was so much that he didn't know about her. He had the distinct feeling that if he was able to read the prophecy, he would get his answers.

"You have a week to decipher and translate the prophecy for me; if in this span of time you do not succeed…"

"I will succeed." Mitsuko bit out, cutting him off.

Sesshoumaru hid his amusement. She sure was confident of herself and her skills. He closed the book and pushed it towards her. She caught it and looked at him with bright silver eyes.

"You have one week angel." He said smirking.

She narrowed her eyes, but didn't say anything. She could clearly hear the mocking in his voice. Turning around, she briskly walked out of the door. She made sure to slam the door behind her. Sesshoumaru smirked as he was finally left alone in his study. Well, besides Kagome, this girl would definitely provide some amusement. He would see how much, she could stand before she actually exploded on him. His smile quickly disappeared as he thought about the girl's older sister. He hated to admit it, but he needed to talk to her. Yet some part of him kept telling him that she had Inuyasha and that he wasn't needed. Still he needed to talk to her. He was after all in his care. He couldn't protect her if she kept avoiding him like the plague. Standing up, he decided to find the source of his problems.

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Kagome was bored out of her mind. She had absolutely nothing to do. Inuyasha had disappeared after his somewhat of a confession. Sango and Miroku were nowhere to be found, even though that wasn't very shocking. Those two were getting closer and closer. Shippou and Rin were playing in the gardens while Kagome's mother and father looked after them and Mitsuko had gone to her room.

Sighing she walked into Sesshoumaru's study. She knew that he had a bookcase filled with books. She did enjoy reading, so she decided that a good book would help her pass the time. She just prayed that Sesshoumaru wasn't there. Her prayers were answered. The place was empty. Quickly walking to the bookcase, she was amazed to see a large selection of books. Some of them were about demon and demon heritage, while others were about adventure, mystery and even romance.

Some of the books were really old. She picked up one book about adventure and decided to make herself comfortable on some big pillows that were in a corner. She didn't even look up as the door was opened. The book was too good. She only looked up as she felt someone sit down in front of her. Raising her face she was met with deep molten golden eyes.

'So much like Inuyasha's, but much more beautiful.'

Shaking her head mentally she sat up and regarded the demon lord with a calm façade. She felt rather uneasy and nervous, but she wasn't going to show it. She was sure that he wasn't there to just sit there and look at her. His golden eyes bore through her blue ones. She was unable to compete with his gaze; instead she averted her gaze to the book.

"Why are you avoiding me?" he asked, making her look up.

"I'm not avoiding you." She lied, although she was sure that he would smell the lie.

"You're lying." She bit the inside of her cheek. to stop the retort that wanted to escape her lips.

"Why were you upset?" he asked.

Kagome raised her eyes to glare at him. He had no right to question her like this. Her reasons were her own. Closing the book with a loud thud, she stood up with the intention to walk away, but was stopped as his hand shot out and grabbed her wrist. And unfortunately for her, she slipped on one of the pillows causing her to literally fall backwards in Sesshoumaru's lap.

She wished that the earth would just open up and swallowed her at the moment. Looking up she was met with the amused eyes of the Demon Lord. She blushed bright red as she tried to sit up, but to her horror she was kept in place as Sesshoumaru used one hand to secure both of her arms above her head. Her eyes widened at her precarious position.

"Will you please let me up?" she ground through her teeth.

"No." he said flatly.

"Sesshoumaru let me up." She growled.

She gasped as he lowered his face so that it was only inches away from hers. She froze. If she thought his eyes were beautiful from far away, they were absolutely stunning from up close. They were an intricate mix of gold and amber. She could have sworn that there was even a hint of silver in his eyes.

"I will only let you go if you tell why you were so upset." He said firmly.

"Why the hell does it concern you?!" she snapped, her temper coming to its boiling point. Her blue eyes were glowing fiercely and he had to admit that her eyes were really beautiful. They possessed some much fire.

"It concerns this Sesshoumaru, for you're under this Sesshoumaru's care." He growled.

"Yeah, I know that, just because I'm the Dark-Light." She spat.

She went completely still at this. She averted her gaze to the side. She sighed. Closing her eyes she took a deep breath. Sesshoumaru straightened back up as he looked at her. She was suddenly so docile. He watched as she slowly opened her eyes to gaze at him. He instantly noticed the change in her eyes; they suddenly resembled two pools of blue liquid.

"I will always be seen as a tool, no one will see me for who I really am." She whispered.

He was completely taken back by her answer. And it was then that he recalled what Inuyasha and him had said that day. Both of them considered her a tool. Looking into her eyes, he could see the sorrow in them and for some reason it unnerved him. Those eyes weren't meant to be filled with sorrow.

"You're not a tool Kagome." He said sternly, making the girl look up at him. She looked like a child that had been told a big secret.

"But…" she was cut off by a clawed finger on her lips.

"No matter what anybody tells you, you're not a tool; you're your own person."

Kagome nodded her head as he slowly released her, but to his amazement she threw herself at him and hugged him tightly. The only one that had hugged ever was Rin. And she was a child. So it felt completely different to be hugged by Kagome. Her body was tightly pressed against his and he could feel every curve on her body. However before he could ponder the effect that her close proximity was having on his body, released him.

"Thank you, Fluffy." She said cried out excitedly in his ear, before standing up.

It took him one moment to realize what she had called him. He growled at her. She only smiled at him, further invoking his rage. Yet he calmed down by her next statement.

"I do mean it, thank you Sesshoumaru, I really needed to hear that." She said her blue eyes shining brightly.

She smiled again at him, before picking up the discarded book and skipping out of the room like a child. He sat there silently as he watched her leave. She was an enigma to him. The more he tried to understand her, the more confused he got. Standing up he decided that some exercise would help him clear his mind.

The girl wasn't so bad. That was when she wasn't calling him nicknames. Oh how much he despised the nickname Fluffy. He, Sesshoumaru, Demon Lord of the Western Lands wasn't in any way Fluffy. Yet just thinking about Kagome brought a small smile to his lips.

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Mitsuko sat Indian style on the bed with the Holy Archive opened in her lap. She had one week to decipher this prophecy. Right now she was trying to translate it. Looking out of her window, she smiled at the little bird that was perched on a branch and singing its heart out.

Stretching her arms over her head, she decided that she had just about enough for today. Standing up she walked to the window. Closing her eyes, she sighed as the wind ran through her long hair. She loved the way the sun kissed her skin with its warm rays. Yet all of the sudden the hairs on the back of her neck stood up. Opening her eyes, she barely had time to dodge some windblades that came her way. The force of the attack alone slammed her in the wall. Raising her face she was met with Kagura.

"Who are you and what do you want?" Mitsuko asked.

"I'm Kagura and I was sent to kill you." The wind-witch said casually.

Kagura smiled wickedly at her, before sending another attack her way. Mitsuko jumped out of the way of the attack. The attack completely destroyed the door. Mitsuko quickly stood up. Raising both of her hands in the she was planned to summon her deadly disks, but to her horror nothing happened. Concentrating she tried to use some of her other powers, but nothing happened not even her wings wanted to appear.

Her powers had left her.

TBC…….