The Same
Book 1: Coming Together
By James Moore
Disclaimer: The characters in this story are not mine.
Chapter 10
A New Weapon?
Before discussing anymore, everyone had breakfast. As soon as everyone was done, Inuyasha, being impatient, blurted out, "What's the Miko Tsurugi, and what's so special about it?"
Still sitting on Kagome's shoulder, Myoga thought for a second. "The Miko Tsurugi is the very sword the priestess Midoriko used. It was said to be very powerful. If I remember correctly, like the Tetsusiaga, it transforms, but instead of transforming into a fang, it transforms from a rusted tanto to an elegant katana. It was said that, when transformed, one touch from the blade of the sword would instantly purify whatever touched it. Also, like the Tetsusiaga, it will only transform for a specific type of person, in this case, a powerful priestess."
"Now, if you remember, Midoriko had a lot of power. She could purify 10 demons under her own power. With the Miko Tsurugi, she didn't have to use her powers if she was fighting many low level demons. It was rumored that, like the Tetsusiaga, the Miko Tsurugi had a special attack. This is all I know. Sango, is there anything you can add?"
Sango thought for a few seconds before saying, "Only this. Midoriko used the Miko Tsurugi in her fight with the great demon, but it was thought to have been destroyed when it was not found after the battle. Now, Sakura, since you're the guardian, is there anything you can tell us?"
"Only what my mom and dad told me before they were killed. They were the guardians, but as soon as they were killed, the responsibility passed onto me. When Midoriko lost her sword, a fox demon took it. He realized that, if the sword were to fall in evil hands, the world would become very dangerous, so he and his children and their children have guarded it. He is my ancestor. You see, the story that anything the sword touches is purified when transformed is only half right. It all depends on who wields the sword. If a priestess wields the sword, the sword will purify anything it touches when transformed. However, if, say, a very powerful demon wields the sword, then the sword will turn whatever it touches into a pure evil version of what it touched."
The young female fox looked down at the ground. "I was there when those demons killed my mom and dad. She knew she was going to die, so my mother told me where the sword was hidden and to not tell anyone, unless they are truly good and would never think of using it for evil purposes." The girl broke down, still emotionally raw from her parent's death. Shippo hugged the girl to comfort her. It was then that he resolved to always protect her, no matter what, and let no harm come to her.
Miroku thought for a second, then asked, "Well, what about Kagome? Would she be able to wield the Miko Tsurugi?" "I don't know. I can tell she has the powers of a priestess, but how do you know she's truly pure of heart?"
"Um…well, the Shikon Jewel was entrusted to me to purify it." Kohaku input, "Yeah, and she never does thing in hatred or jealousy. Plus, unless they plan to hurt people, Kagome is nice to everyone. Even when I was under Naraku's control, she knew the real me wouldn't try to hurt her, so she always tried to bring me back." Everyone nodded their agreement. "Well, I suppose it would be proper to put her through the trail, then"
Inuyasha was worried when he heard that. By trial, he thought Kagome would have to battle some creature, so, even though she could use her bow, he worried about her getting hurt, if she lost her bow, even with her new powers. Putting a protective arm around Kagome, he asked, "What kind of trial?" "Not a physical trial. In the place that the sword is hidden, the sword itself is protected by a barrier that will ONLY allow people truly pure of heart through. The only thing is, if you are not truly pure of heart, then you're purified and removed from this realm." Inuyasha's grip tightened on Kagome. Trying to get him to relax, Kagome said, "Don't worry, Inuyasha. I'm sure I can pass that trial." Inuyasha's grip loosened slightly, just enough that Kagome could continue breathing.
"Well, if you're sure, then get ready to go. We will leave when you all are ready." The only people who really had to get ready were Sango and Kohaku, who both had to collect up their weapons. Once both were in their travel clothes and everything they'd need packed, the 2 rejoined the others. Inuyasha turned to Sakura. "Well, we're ready to go." "Ok, then follow me." They were about to set down the path, when Inuyasha stopped them. "Hold on. We are not going to be walking. Kagome, you will be running with me." "But that's not possible. Kirara can't carry 5 people." He snorted. "That's why you will be carrying Sakura and Shippo, and I'll be carrying Kohaku." Kagome looked thoughtful. "Oh. I guess that works. Come here, you 2." She picked up the 2 fox demons, while Kohaku climbed onto Inuyasha's back. Now that the traveling arrangements were done, the group set off on their next adventure.
End Book 1: Getting Together
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