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The night had passed by quickly almost as if running from the dangers it brought upon the world. Hiding itself from what it really was. The time when all creatures came as one to do terrible bidding. Bringing others together and spelling disaster. It couldn't shield what it was and everyone knew that nightfall was a very dangerous time indeed.
But even if the hours had gone by and began preparing the sun for a new day, it was as cheery for those who were trapped in the darkness. Unable to come into the light and enjoy the day's adventures. Stuck in a slow moving time that seemed endless. And even if it did end, it would repeat constantly in those who were engulfed in blackness. Their minds would be forever tainted with the unforgiving memory.
In this state it seemed that time had gone into slow motion though everything was going as it should. But to a certain young girl, her eyes and thoughts were desperate but unable to escape the slow moving clutch. Her determination was strong but not enough to break the time motion and crack the restraining soul collectors that held her arms captive. Try as she might the grips were unmoved. Her body was still semi-immobilized as was her voice. A terrible sight added to the already horrible fate that awaited herself as well as the dog.
It seemed the duo would end their lives together which wasn't what Rin wanted. She wouldn't allow herself to die anywhere near her lord…or rather ex-lord. Even with her faith still running with him, she felt resentment and pain against what he had done. This forced her will to grow against dieing with him. Still she didn't want him to suffer death now. She cared for his well being more than her own deep down. No. She couldn't let him die. She still owed him a favor for saving her life more than once.
Her eyes examined the arrow as it grew nearer, the shock and horror still filling her mind. What could she do? An injured human with no fighting or rescuing experience? She couldn't even yell a simple warning to the unsuspecting dog. Her only chance was to move and push him…something! Anything!
The soul gatherers gave way slightly as the mortal tugged again. But it wasn't long before her plan failed and they retightened themselves. Now she knew that hope was almost useless. But when staring at the closing in weapon and knowing her lord was still looking at her it made her feel more determined. And at that same time she felt useless and pointless in her efforts. Should she really care about someone who tried to kill her? Who stabbed her and laughed at her life? Why care about someone so sinister and cruel? Just because he saved her life a couple times doesn't mean she has to respect him. Many times the trio had helped others and got no thanks in return. But why was Rin so different? She felt the need to be with Sesshomaru and follow his lead in an attempt to repay him for reviving her. Even if it had been three years she still stayed with him but why? For what purpose?
'"I don't hold you prisoner, Rin. You can leave if you feel the need to." He slouched back against the tree. "But Lord Sesshomaru…I want to stay with you! Don't make me leave…" A few tears fell. "I said you can…I didn't say I wanted you to." He dried her eyes.'
The memory flashed by in the same instant as the slow moving time. Rin almost gasping when remembering such a pointless conversation all that time ago. It wasn't good for helping rescue someone…Maybe another recent recall would. Unless this meant…
It meant Rin had always had the choice to be with him. She chose the stay by his side for whatever reason she kept locked away. He gave her several chances to leave but she remained loyal. She chose to follow him, she chose to care for him, she chose to stay, she even chose to love him, and now….
"I choose this!"
Her voice shot back to life as time began back in full throttle. The arrow speeding faster and faster towards the dog's back, himself still eyeing the teen and the collectors still watching.
As the weapon came only an inch from the demon, the human's wrist was snapped free of her captors. She lunged forward and grasped the arrow over Sesshomaru's shoulder. Barely catching the speedy weapon by the narrow edges of the tip. Blood dripped from her hand as it slit her lightly.
She took a huge gasp and began panting in relief. Dropping the sacred arrow and fainting upon the demon's shoulder. The huge energy burst had failed and now she needed rest.
Slowly, an arm gripped around her body, standing with her and yanking the remaining soul minion from her wrist. Sesshomaru cradled her carefully as he turned to see Kikyo and quickly piecing together what had just happened. His cold stare returned with the priestess's own look.
"You owe that girl. If it wasn't for her, you'd be dead." She scoffed and dropped the already broken bow. Her figure limping off as the acidy poison spread along her doll arm. She soon disappeared into the night hopefully to never return.
The demon watched before turning his attention to the approaching sound. His fellow followers returning from their short battle.
"Milord!" Jaken stuttered as he wobbled to the dog, his vision still fuzzy from the clouding miasma.
Ah-Un joined him in the wobbling motion as he trailed shortly behind the imp. It's double time vision making things much worse and far more distorted.
"Milord! We have returned!" He stopped in front of the spinning image of the dog.
"Jaken grab Tenseiga." He ordered before climbing aboard his dragon pet.
"Y-Yes." The toad jumped in desperation, finally knocking the sword from it's tree holder. He dragged it carefully up to the dragon, tossing it on as he followed up on the saddle.
The crew stayed silent as they awaited an order. Their leader was far to quiet for comfort and Rin looked to be in worse shape than ever. But no emergency command was given, Sesshomaru only held the human tighter.
"Lets go home."
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