A/N: Hiya everyone. I'm sorry that this story is taking a long time to
progress. But that is why the call it a story. Anyways, my next chapter is
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Chapter 11: Untold Lies
Claimer: I own Riana!!! Muwahahaha. You can't take her.
Kagome stared at the woman that was standing at the door. When she answered, she nodded, and left to go downstairs.
"What the heck is going on? That woman, was she a demon? She was beautiful, or maybe she wasn't a demon. Why was I brought here? Is that why Naraku took me? Oh well, I'm here, and I can get what I need done. I'll explain to the lady that I need to take care of some things and look for Sesshoumaru. Inu Yasha will pay for what he has done. And Kikyo, Kikyo will lose her miserable life. She doesn't deserve to be alive. I just need to go back to my time and grab a couple of-----Oh No! I can't go back can I? Without the jewel shards, I won't be able to. Then how come I came back before? Naraku has jewel shards. Why couldn't I see it? Ah! Too many questions, not enough answers, and one major headache."
Someone knocked lightly on the door. Kagome walked towards the door and opened it. There was no one there that she saw.
"Heh, hem," the little green toad said.
Kagome looked down. "Ewe, a toad. Whoops, sorry I just really don't like toads." It was definitely a girl. She was dressed in a pretty kimono, and her makeup, although horrible looking, was globbed all over her face.
"Lady Riana sent me here to inquire if you were joining them for breakfast or not."
"Oh my gosh! I totally forgot. I will be there in a second. Tell her I am sorry!" Kagome slammed the door in the toads face and ran towards the chest. "Let's see what kind of clothes are in here." She sifted through gorgeous linens and other materials. One caught her eye. She pulled out long light blue kimono. It had white and pink vines going around it all over. The matrial was so light and long, it looked like a gown as it swayed in the ocean breeze. Pinning up her hair, she looked in the window at her reflection. She was satisfied. After grabbing her shoes, she ran off out of her room. Hitting the toad in the head with the door again.
"Oops, sorry uh, what's your name? I didn't know you were there." She stopped and looked around. The house she was in big, like she had imagined it to be. It had three floors, and it was beautiful, and it was definitely luxurious enough. The stairs themselves were pure gold, and the paintings on the walls had colors she had never seen in her life. "Uh, where is the dining room, or wherever she eats?"
"My name is Shauna, and I have come to escort you to the breakfast room Lady Kagome. Please follow me." Shauna started to walk down the stairs. Kagome followed. As she entered the breakfast room, a cold shiver ran down her spine. Like she was being watched. She stopped walking, and looked around for a moment. The only person at the table was the Lady of the house, but she was sure that she wasn't the only one watching her movements.
She bowed. "Lady Riana-sama, thank you ever so much for opening your house to me like this. I was hoping to discuss why I was here, and what roll Naraku had to do with this."
Riana held up her hand. "We shall discuss it over our meal. Please, sit down. The meal is being served shortly." Kagome nodded and took a seat near Riana. The feeling in her spine did not leave. It only got worse. "By the way, call me Rina, everyone does." She smiled brightly. Kagome couldn't stop looking at her face. She was so beautiful that even Kagome was jealous of her looks. Rina's eyes were a dark purple, which almost pierced into your soul, but were so soft that they could melt butter. Her heart shaped face, and high cheekbones only made her features more stunning. Her lips were a pale rose color, and were perfect for her face. Her very long black hair moved with the wind, almost flowing just like it.
"Is someone else staying at your home other than Shauna?" Kagome asked, noticing that Rina was staring right back at Kagome in almost a mocking sort of way.
"Yes, and hopefully, he will be out in a matter of time." Rina almost laughed at Kagome's staring.
Kagome nodded her head again. It felt as if something was reaching into her heart and trying to rip it out. The glare, the cold eyes. She didn't know where they were coming from. Suddenly, Shauna walked into the room, showing someone into it. Kagome leaned her head. As plain as day, Naraku walked in. His black hair was long and flowing, and his black Kimono sent chills up and down Kagome's body. He smiled at her. She shuddered. She noticed the black eye, and the long scrape on his neck, and the claw marks that were visible on his arms.
Kagome looked at Naraku in horror. Then looked at Rina. 'Surely she couldn't have done this. He looks very hurt. Yikes, I would hate to be on her bad side.'
Rina seemed to have read her mind. "Kagome, Naraku was punished by my brother. But he was well deserving of it to bring you here like that. You were bleeding and knocked out. Lord Sesshoumaru saw you and tore at Naraku. Do not worry, Naraku will not do anything like that again, will you?"
"No my Lady." Naraku could barely open his mouth, but his gaze did not leave Rina. He must have also thought she was beautiful. Kagome's thoughts were among other places.
'So who is Rina's brother? Sesshoumaru? But then that would mean that Inu Yasha also has a sister. I wonder if he knows~~~ he never mentioned her to me. Of course, he never mentioned much about his family.'
"Kagome, is there something troubling you? You seem frustrated." Rina's hands were placed under her chin, looking concerned.
Even if Kagome wanted to, she could not resist telling Rina. Her eyes were open and sympathetic.
"Does Inu Yasha know he has a sister? I mean, if Sesshoumaru is your brother, than Inu Yasha is also your brother, right?"
"Yes, he is my brother, and no, he does not know of me. No one ever told him. I was going to tell him, but I think it would hurt him more to find out that he had another sibling who was full demon, and he was half."
"So, you are full demon, I thought so. But you don't have the marks of a demon. You look like a normal human. In fact, you look a lot like Inu Yasha's mother."
Naraku's eyes opened (they had been shut for quite awhile now). He seemed like he was waiting for Rina to lash out at Kagome. No demon, or half demon, wanted to look like a human, or be mistaken for one. Just the thought insults them. So why wasn't Rina doing anything? She seemed even pleased!
"To tell the truth Kagome, I am very honored to look like a human. I never really wanted to be a youkai, but don't tell Sesshy I said that. I am pleased to look so much like my mother, she was beautiful, and I can live in peace with humans. I try very hard to act as human as possible, and live by there traits. The demon slayers' village is just over that hill, and I don't want any confrontations. If they found out, they'd try to slay me, and when Sesshy senses that, it's over for them and their entire village. I have become close friends with many of them, and I trade with them. So I hide the truth. But tell me Kagome, how is it you know of Inu Yasha? He tries not to have any acquaintances that are humans." Rina looked at Kagome with a newfound interest. "I actually have been traveling with Inu Yasha and a group of humans for a while now. But for sometime, I left to go home, because, uh, some things started to complicate matters. You see~~~~" but Kagome couldn't finish. Her fist balled, and her eyes were glazed. "I'm sorry, I am not hungry, but thank you for your hospitality." Kagome pushed her plate away, got up, and went back to her room. Rina got up to follow her, but Naraku smiled looking at his food. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ (Naraku speaking to himself)
"So, Kikyo finally got rid of Kagome. I knew it would work, but now I shall start phase two. Sesshoumaru is indeed a crafty person. I should have thought of this sooner. It is only a matter of time before Kikyo returns to me, and Inu Yasha is dead, along with that troubling monk and girl." ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Kagome sat on her bed. Tears blotched her face, and she wiped them away. "Why do I still care about him?"
"Care about who Kagome? Rina smiled and sat next to her. Putting her arm around Kagome she spoke sympathetically, "You are speaking of Inu Yasha, are you not?" Rina didn't need her to answer. The look from Kagome told her. She hugged her warmly. "You know, I was in love once, with a youkai who ruled the western oceans. He broke my heart, telling me that we could not be together because he was part of his oceans, and could not leave them. I could not go with him, because I would drown. I didn't think he wanted me, and when he took a young maiden who was half water demon, half human, I knew it was true. I know you are hurting, but why did he not want you?"
"Well, a young priestess 50 years ago, fell in love with Inu Yasha, and he fell in love with her. They betrayed each other under Naraku's influence. Kikyo was killed, after she shot Inu Yasha with an arrow. He was pinned to tree for 50 years, until I released him. Well, Kikyo has been raised, but she doesn't have a soul, just hatred living inside her."
"Kikyo has been raised!? How dare anyone awaken that wench? I wanted her to die, why raise that woman back? She tried to reveal my identity to the slayers, and get me killed. I heard her my self. She said, one less demon to worry about. I was so angry. I went to Naraku after he was formed. I heard of his hatred, so I made a deal with him, but he went against it, and had Kikyo kill Inu Yasha. Although, I was pleased to see her drop dead" Rina's painted nails grew longer, into claws. She clenched her fist. The blood dripped from her hand. Taking a deep breath, she smiled again. "As you were saying Kagome."
"Well, Inu Yasha took Kikyo into our group. She promised not to hurt anyone in the group. He took her in so willingly, that it hurt. Two months later, I had decided to tell Inu Yasha how I felt, but Kikyo got there first. She kissed him right in front of my eyes, and he kissed back. I guess I felt heart broken, and I went back to my world. I didn't want to go back, but Kikyo came and stole my jewel shard. Then Naraku came, took me, and now I'm here." Kagome took a deep breath.
"I see. My brother, Sesshy, told me he proposed an offer, which you refused. Why did you refuse it? He never gives offers to humans."
"That's another reason I wanted to come back, because, I wanted him to train me."
"Well, he thought you might want to be trained, so he sent Naraku. I have the privilege of training you now, if you want. Besides, I never had a sister, and I like you already. Why don't you stay here with me, and we will train, and tan, and have some fun. You need time to heal before the big battle."
"Big battle? What are you talking about?"
"Well, from what you told me, it sounds like you want revenge. Kikyo is no easy match. But I will have you ready." Rina got up from the bed, "Kagome, I will send up some breakfast to your room. Feel free to wander around the house, and get to know it. There are only a few rooms that I would like you not to go in. It's only for your protection. The maids will guide you through." She left without another word, and went downstairs.
Kagome tried to take a nap, but sleep didn't come. So, she got up, and left the room.
Walking through the corridors was very interesting. There wasn't a picture or piece of artwork that did not amaze her. She came across several doors leading to guest rooms, other hallways, and washrooms. This was all on the second floor, as she found out. She went down stairs, past the breakfast room where Naraku and Rina were in deep conversation. Neither even glanced her way. She went into the library, where a very old man, who had a very hard time walking, looked up and smiled. "May I help you Lady Kagome? I am glad you stopped by. The house is so immense, I didn't think you'd ever make it here."
"Well, I am not a big reader, in fact, I don't like any type of schooling."
"School? What's that? I haven't been out of the library for several years now, so I guess I don't know the new things that the villages are doing. This is my bedroom," pointing to a door near his desk, "and if you ever need a book or something, just knock on my door."
Kagome nodded. "Uh, thanks." She got out of the library as fast as she could. "Yuck, it smelled like old people in there. I don't think he HAS left the library, but I wonder why." The thought left Kagome as she passed the kitchen. There were desserts and all sorts of food spread out. Kagome started to drool. Noodles, fruits, various meat, cakes, and breads were baking. The food looked so good that Kagome walked in and started eating it. Three maids walked up to her.
"Miss, this food is for lunch, please, if you are hungry, let us cook you something."
"Oh I'm so sorry. It just looked so good. I think I'll wait till lunch thanks." She slipped out of the kitchen licking her fingers. After about an hour of walking around the first floor, she went upstairs. "Where is the third floors' staircase?"
(Half hour later)
Kagome was sweating. She had been in 87 rooms, 39 hall ways, and met about 45 maids along the way. Each of them smiled, and pointed her to back to her room, but Kagome just continued on. "Ugh, where the hell is the third floor?" She went down one of the last hallways. It was dark and musty. She sneezed and coughed. "God, so much dust." She walked to the end of the hallway, where a long rug was on the wall. "There is nothing in this hallway. Why is it here?" Kagome's nose twitched. "HA, HA, HA CHU!" Kagome sneezed so hard that she fell backwards, falling through the rug, and into a passageway.
Kagome got up, and rubbed her butt. It was sore from falling on it. "Ouch, you know, I wonder why they hid the passageway. Maybe this is where Rina meant when she said I shouldn't go. Maybe I should just leave~~~" Kagome got up to go, but then her head snapped up. Her body sensed them, a lot of them. "14, 17, no 19 shards! I can't believe, I feel like, like, that's the rest of the jewel. It has to be. Oh my God! I have to go." Kagome turned and ran up the stairs. She didn't seem to notice the person following her, or the on coming danger that was about to befall her. She reached the top of the stairs only to find~~~~~.
A:N-And that's the end of the chapter. I made it rather long for those of you complaining that they are never long enough. Well, a cliffy! I hope you enjoy. Who is the mystery person following Kagome? What lies at the top of the staircase? Why does Rina have all those precious jewel shards? Find out next time.
Chapter 11: Untold Lies
Claimer: I own Riana!!! Muwahahaha. You can't take her.
Kagome stared at the woman that was standing at the door. When she answered, she nodded, and left to go downstairs.
"What the heck is going on? That woman, was she a demon? She was beautiful, or maybe she wasn't a demon. Why was I brought here? Is that why Naraku took me? Oh well, I'm here, and I can get what I need done. I'll explain to the lady that I need to take care of some things and look for Sesshoumaru. Inu Yasha will pay for what he has done. And Kikyo, Kikyo will lose her miserable life. She doesn't deserve to be alive. I just need to go back to my time and grab a couple of-----Oh No! I can't go back can I? Without the jewel shards, I won't be able to. Then how come I came back before? Naraku has jewel shards. Why couldn't I see it? Ah! Too many questions, not enough answers, and one major headache."
Someone knocked lightly on the door. Kagome walked towards the door and opened it. There was no one there that she saw.
"Heh, hem," the little green toad said.
Kagome looked down. "Ewe, a toad. Whoops, sorry I just really don't like toads." It was definitely a girl. She was dressed in a pretty kimono, and her makeup, although horrible looking, was globbed all over her face.
"Lady Riana sent me here to inquire if you were joining them for breakfast or not."
"Oh my gosh! I totally forgot. I will be there in a second. Tell her I am sorry!" Kagome slammed the door in the toads face and ran towards the chest. "Let's see what kind of clothes are in here." She sifted through gorgeous linens and other materials. One caught her eye. She pulled out long light blue kimono. It had white and pink vines going around it all over. The matrial was so light and long, it looked like a gown as it swayed in the ocean breeze. Pinning up her hair, she looked in the window at her reflection. She was satisfied. After grabbing her shoes, she ran off out of her room. Hitting the toad in the head with the door again.
"Oops, sorry uh, what's your name? I didn't know you were there." She stopped and looked around. The house she was in big, like she had imagined it to be. It had three floors, and it was beautiful, and it was definitely luxurious enough. The stairs themselves were pure gold, and the paintings on the walls had colors she had never seen in her life. "Uh, where is the dining room, or wherever she eats?"
"My name is Shauna, and I have come to escort you to the breakfast room Lady Kagome. Please follow me." Shauna started to walk down the stairs. Kagome followed. As she entered the breakfast room, a cold shiver ran down her spine. Like she was being watched. She stopped walking, and looked around for a moment. The only person at the table was the Lady of the house, but she was sure that she wasn't the only one watching her movements.
She bowed. "Lady Riana-sama, thank you ever so much for opening your house to me like this. I was hoping to discuss why I was here, and what roll Naraku had to do with this."
Riana held up her hand. "We shall discuss it over our meal. Please, sit down. The meal is being served shortly." Kagome nodded and took a seat near Riana. The feeling in her spine did not leave. It only got worse. "By the way, call me Rina, everyone does." She smiled brightly. Kagome couldn't stop looking at her face. She was so beautiful that even Kagome was jealous of her looks. Rina's eyes were a dark purple, which almost pierced into your soul, but were so soft that they could melt butter. Her heart shaped face, and high cheekbones only made her features more stunning. Her lips were a pale rose color, and were perfect for her face. Her very long black hair moved with the wind, almost flowing just like it.
"Is someone else staying at your home other than Shauna?" Kagome asked, noticing that Rina was staring right back at Kagome in almost a mocking sort of way.
"Yes, and hopefully, he will be out in a matter of time." Rina almost laughed at Kagome's staring.
Kagome nodded her head again. It felt as if something was reaching into her heart and trying to rip it out. The glare, the cold eyes. She didn't know where they were coming from. Suddenly, Shauna walked into the room, showing someone into it. Kagome leaned her head. As plain as day, Naraku walked in. His black hair was long and flowing, and his black Kimono sent chills up and down Kagome's body. He smiled at her. She shuddered. She noticed the black eye, and the long scrape on his neck, and the claw marks that were visible on his arms.
Kagome looked at Naraku in horror. Then looked at Rina. 'Surely she couldn't have done this. He looks very hurt. Yikes, I would hate to be on her bad side.'
Rina seemed to have read her mind. "Kagome, Naraku was punished by my brother. But he was well deserving of it to bring you here like that. You were bleeding and knocked out. Lord Sesshoumaru saw you and tore at Naraku. Do not worry, Naraku will not do anything like that again, will you?"
"No my Lady." Naraku could barely open his mouth, but his gaze did not leave Rina. He must have also thought she was beautiful. Kagome's thoughts were among other places.
'So who is Rina's brother? Sesshoumaru? But then that would mean that Inu Yasha also has a sister. I wonder if he knows~~~ he never mentioned her to me. Of course, he never mentioned much about his family.'
"Kagome, is there something troubling you? You seem frustrated." Rina's hands were placed under her chin, looking concerned.
Even if Kagome wanted to, she could not resist telling Rina. Her eyes were open and sympathetic.
"Does Inu Yasha know he has a sister? I mean, if Sesshoumaru is your brother, than Inu Yasha is also your brother, right?"
"Yes, he is my brother, and no, he does not know of me. No one ever told him. I was going to tell him, but I think it would hurt him more to find out that he had another sibling who was full demon, and he was half."
"So, you are full demon, I thought so. But you don't have the marks of a demon. You look like a normal human. In fact, you look a lot like Inu Yasha's mother."
Naraku's eyes opened (they had been shut for quite awhile now). He seemed like he was waiting for Rina to lash out at Kagome. No demon, or half demon, wanted to look like a human, or be mistaken for one. Just the thought insults them. So why wasn't Rina doing anything? She seemed even pleased!
"To tell the truth Kagome, I am very honored to look like a human. I never really wanted to be a youkai, but don't tell Sesshy I said that. I am pleased to look so much like my mother, she was beautiful, and I can live in peace with humans. I try very hard to act as human as possible, and live by there traits. The demon slayers' village is just over that hill, and I don't want any confrontations. If they found out, they'd try to slay me, and when Sesshy senses that, it's over for them and their entire village. I have become close friends with many of them, and I trade with them. So I hide the truth. But tell me Kagome, how is it you know of Inu Yasha? He tries not to have any acquaintances that are humans." Rina looked at Kagome with a newfound interest. "I actually have been traveling with Inu Yasha and a group of humans for a while now. But for sometime, I left to go home, because, uh, some things started to complicate matters. You see~~~~" but Kagome couldn't finish. Her fist balled, and her eyes were glazed. "I'm sorry, I am not hungry, but thank you for your hospitality." Kagome pushed her plate away, got up, and went back to her room. Rina got up to follow her, but Naraku smiled looking at his food. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ (Naraku speaking to himself)
"So, Kikyo finally got rid of Kagome. I knew it would work, but now I shall start phase two. Sesshoumaru is indeed a crafty person. I should have thought of this sooner. It is only a matter of time before Kikyo returns to me, and Inu Yasha is dead, along with that troubling monk and girl." ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Kagome sat on her bed. Tears blotched her face, and she wiped them away. "Why do I still care about him?"
"Care about who Kagome? Rina smiled and sat next to her. Putting her arm around Kagome she spoke sympathetically, "You are speaking of Inu Yasha, are you not?" Rina didn't need her to answer. The look from Kagome told her. She hugged her warmly. "You know, I was in love once, with a youkai who ruled the western oceans. He broke my heart, telling me that we could not be together because he was part of his oceans, and could not leave them. I could not go with him, because I would drown. I didn't think he wanted me, and when he took a young maiden who was half water demon, half human, I knew it was true. I know you are hurting, but why did he not want you?"
"Well, a young priestess 50 years ago, fell in love with Inu Yasha, and he fell in love with her. They betrayed each other under Naraku's influence. Kikyo was killed, after she shot Inu Yasha with an arrow. He was pinned to tree for 50 years, until I released him. Well, Kikyo has been raised, but she doesn't have a soul, just hatred living inside her."
"Kikyo has been raised!? How dare anyone awaken that wench? I wanted her to die, why raise that woman back? She tried to reveal my identity to the slayers, and get me killed. I heard her my self. She said, one less demon to worry about. I was so angry. I went to Naraku after he was formed. I heard of his hatred, so I made a deal with him, but he went against it, and had Kikyo kill Inu Yasha. Although, I was pleased to see her drop dead" Rina's painted nails grew longer, into claws. She clenched her fist. The blood dripped from her hand. Taking a deep breath, she smiled again. "As you were saying Kagome."
"Well, Inu Yasha took Kikyo into our group. She promised not to hurt anyone in the group. He took her in so willingly, that it hurt. Two months later, I had decided to tell Inu Yasha how I felt, but Kikyo got there first. She kissed him right in front of my eyes, and he kissed back. I guess I felt heart broken, and I went back to my world. I didn't want to go back, but Kikyo came and stole my jewel shard. Then Naraku came, took me, and now I'm here." Kagome took a deep breath.
"I see. My brother, Sesshy, told me he proposed an offer, which you refused. Why did you refuse it? He never gives offers to humans."
"That's another reason I wanted to come back, because, I wanted him to train me."
"Well, he thought you might want to be trained, so he sent Naraku. I have the privilege of training you now, if you want. Besides, I never had a sister, and I like you already. Why don't you stay here with me, and we will train, and tan, and have some fun. You need time to heal before the big battle."
"Big battle? What are you talking about?"
"Well, from what you told me, it sounds like you want revenge. Kikyo is no easy match. But I will have you ready." Rina got up from the bed, "Kagome, I will send up some breakfast to your room. Feel free to wander around the house, and get to know it. There are only a few rooms that I would like you not to go in. It's only for your protection. The maids will guide you through." She left without another word, and went downstairs.
Kagome tried to take a nap, but sleep didn't come. So, she got up, and left the room.
Walking through the corridors was very interesting. There wasn't a picture or piece of artwork that did not amaze her. She came across several doors leading to guest rooms, other hallways, and washrooms. This was all on the second floor, as she found out. She went down stairs, past the breakfast room where Naraku and Rina were in deep conversation. Neither even glanced her way. She went into the library, where a very old man, who had a very hard time walking, looked up and smiled. "May I help you Lady Kagome? I am glad you stopped by. The house is so immense, I didn't think you'd ever make it here."
"Well, I am not a big reader, in fact, I don't like any type of schooling."
"School? What's that? I haven't been out of the library for several years now, so I guess I don't know the new things that the villages are doing. This is my bedroom," pointing to a door near his desk, "and if you ever need a book or something, just knock on my door."
Kagome nodded. "Uh, thanks." She got out of the library as fast as she could. "Yuck, it smelled like old people in there. I don't think he HAS left the library, but I wonder why." The thought left Kagome as she passed the kitchen. There were desserts and all sorts of food spread out. Kagome started to drool. Noodles, fruits, various meat, cakes, and breads were baking. The food looked so good that Kagome walked in and started eating it. Three maids walked up to her.
"Miss, this food is for lunch, please, if you are hungry, let us cook you something."
"Oh I'm so sorry. It just looked so good. I think I'll wait till lunch thanks." She slipped out of the kitchen licking her fingers. After about an hour of walking around the first floor, she went upstairs. "Where is the third floors' staircase?"
(Half hour later)
Kagome was sweating. She had been in 87 rooms, 39 hall ways, and met about 45 maids along the way. Each of them smiled, and pointed her to back to her room, but Kagome just continued on. "Ugh, where the hell is the third floor?" She went down one of the last hallways. It was dark and musty. She sneezed and coughed. "God, so much dust." She walked to the end of the hallway, where a long rug was on the wall. "There is nothing in this hallway. Why is it here?" Kagome's nose twitched. "HA, HA, HA CHU!" Kagome sneezed so hard that she fell backwards, falling through the rug, and into a passageway.
Kagome got up, and rubbed her butt. It was sore from falling on it. "Ouch, you know, I wonder why they hid the passageway. Maybe this is where Rina meant when she said I shouldn't go. Maybe I should just leave~~~" Kagome got up to go, but then her head snapped up. Her body sensed them, a lot of them. "14, 17, no 19 shards! I can't believe, I feel like, like, that's the rest of the jewel. It has to be. Oh my God! I have to go." Kagome turned and ran up the stairs. She didn't seem to notice the person following her, or the on coming danger that was about to befall her. She reached the top of the stairs only to find~~~~~.
A:N-And that's the end of the chapter. I made it rather long for those of you complaining that they are never long enough. Well, a cliffy! I hope you enjoy. Who is the mystery person following Kagome? What lies at the top of the staircase? Why does Rina have all those precious jewel shards? Find out next time.