Chapter 12

Chapter 12

Disclaimer: Not mine

The weather was turning warm as the inhabitants of the castle prepared for the upcoming war. Shinara and Naraku still believed Kagome and Kohaku dead so they put off their attack on Sesshomaru and his allies, trying to persuade them to build a superior race of pure demons. Every attempt was met with defiance and so the duo summoned up their allies and began to prepare for war.

"We shall attack in two weeks time," Shinara said as she stretched beneath Naraku's body. "They will not be expecting it and we will finally bring all of Japan under our rule." She ran her hands over his body. "Soon, my love, soon."

Elsewhere, Kagome lay in Sesshomaru's arms listening to his heartbeat. "What are you thinking?"

"They will attack soon. I would if it were me. The weather is mild and the timing is almost perfect. They think I am saddened by your death and since you are the one in the prophecy that is supposed to end Naraku's life, they feel quite safe."

"They also think Kohaku is dead too. The prophecy is wrong; I will need your help to end Naraku's life just as I needed your help to bring Kohaku back. You are able to use the power of the windscar, the backlash wave, adamant barrage…all of it."

He rubbed Kagome's arms absently, "It will be alright. We will defeat them."

"I want Sango, Miroku and Kohaku to stay here and protect Rin and Shippo. There is no sense in them being there. I won't be able to fight if I have to worry for them." She rolled onto her mate, "Will you command them to stay here?"

"Yes. Now, rest. We must prepare for attack soon." Kagome settled into his side and fell asleep.

"My lord, Shinara will attack soon, will she not?"

"Yes Xiang Hua, she will. Remember you and Xi Qi must protect Kagome with your lives." He raised a hand and ruffled her hair, "It will be a long and good life. I want all of my children to be happy, including you Xiang Hua. I lost Riku and Rukia when they were just starting their lives, but the kami gave you to me to ease my pain. I have loved you like a daughter. Now, go, leave this old man to meditate." He kissed her forehead and pushed her toward the door. "Find your soul mate and have some fun," he wiggled his eyebrows lewdly.

"Yes, father," she said as a tear ran down her cheek. He pretended he didn't notice it and shooed her away. When she was gone, Shino gave into his own tears.

A/N: Sorry this chapter is so short. I just wanted to illustrate where some of the players are coming from. I hope you enjoy it even though it is short. Next chapter, the battle!!