A/N: YAY! I got 9 reviews again. That's more like it people. I'm sorry to those of you who have reviewed in the past but not the last few chappies for saying all of that stuff. I didn't mean to either. I know how it is, not having time or not having a computer or something and I am also one of those people who don't really review more than once. I meant it for anyone who hadn't reviewed at all and I'm sorry if you thought I was mad at you or something cuz I'm not. I was just wondering where you guys were.
REVIEW REPLIESClouds of the Sky- I'm really sorry about that. I know that you guys can't always review, but I just got carried away in my writing. I'm really sorry and of course I forgive you. And thanks - I'm glad you still like it.
kagomemikogoddess- lol, thanks! Ya know what? You just gave me a brilliant idea! It sure solves my 'but that's not how I planned it' thingie! Wow, you reviewers are so creative! Thanks so much. Or if you like it better, arigato!
JonnieBelindaandInuyasha- lol. I guess I'm doing a good job since you're in so much suspense. - Coolio! And thanks for the optimism! - I know it doesn't mean they hate my story, but I feel like if they're too lazy to review then they don't really want you to know what they think. I should be like that, but I just don't. But I'm glad I have you to think that way for me (sorta). - Thanks once again for the great review!
frani1375- YAY! A new reviewer! WooHoo! Thanks
Kawaii Bell- That's cool…hmmm, I'll think on that, but depending on what I feel like, I may or may not give him his death in this one. If I do, though, it'll have something to do with Kagome's scream…but if I go by my 1st thought, then that'll work better. (1st thought being Inu kills him in modern times, scratch the 'Inu kills' part and there ya have it). Thanks, and if the way I was thinking can't fit into this chappie, then that'll be good…and you are the key to my non-writer's block! I'm glad that you're glad too. -
THE-REAL-MYSTIC- lol thanks! And that's awesome! I'm not alone with my craziness! (well, I've heard a lot of people say they argue with themselves out loud, so I can't be too crazy, right?) lol.
Pon Pon Pocky- lol, yes he is! Beware of the new and improved Lord Fluffy-Sama! (my friend said that in class today, lol) Hmmm, Kaugra will be in this story, I think, but not her today. Good guess though! She'll cause quite a little skirmish of her own, so don't worry! -
Kagome2- don't worry, I don't really mean to make them cliffys, they just are. Though I don't plan on doing it this chappie. Usually when they are it's because I would have to get off soon and it'd take me another 3 hrs and 5 pages to type it all, so it's just better suited for a cliffy. I'm glad you like it, though. And thankies! v (Hey look, it's a birdie!)
magicgirl145852- you're welcome! - and thanks!
And those are my beautiful review replies! Thank you everyone! And special thanks to kagomemikogoddess, Pon Pon Pocky, and Kawaii Bell for the great ideas. Just for the record, I like it when people tell me what they think should happen. Chances are, it'll end up somewhere (or at least partly) in the story! You don't have to, so don't think that I'm asking everyone to give me ideas. I just really like them. I'm not going to yell like I did about people not reviewing, I just like to get it. I appreciate them all though, so don't hesitate to predict things and tell me what you think should/will happen. Most likely it will! I'm trying to write this so YOU GUYS like it and I'm pretty much making it up as I go at the moment. It really helps when I get a review saying something like, 'Is it…oh, I dunno, Sesshomaru?' and then I go, 'hey cool, that's a great idea! And then I'll end up using it! Yes, I do listen to what you think!
Sorry if that made you guys think you HAD to. I don't know how to explain it like I feel it. Don't like, rack your brains for something you can't think of, just if you read the story and go, 'oh, wouldn't it be awesome if…' then tell me in a review! Cuz most likely, I don't have an answer to my cliffys! So yeah, just if you think of something). I know that's probably confusing and stuff, but I felt like I had to say it. I've had some writers of really big fics not even acknowledge the fact that I gave them ideas when they use them. Don't worry, cuz I'm not like that. -
Anyways, now that my a/n is currently 1 ½ pages long on Microsoft Word, I'll shut up now so you can find out what happens! Oh, and means there's a definition at the bottom for curious people.
Forget Me Not
Chapter 11
Thankfully, the two inu brothers were not too far from the clearing, and made it there within seconds. Before them stood what appeared to be some sort of elf. But elves don't exist in Feudal Japan! So it must have been a demon. At first glance, he didn't appear evil at all, but as Inuyasha looked closer, he had a certain gleam in his eye that betrayed his true side. His ears were pointed, like Sesshomaru's (or maybe more like an elf's) and stuck out through his fine hair.
His outfit was that of a human lord's, and were mainly a midnight black, with hues of purple and blue thrown every here and there. He wore no shoes.
The strands of his hair were a dark black and went down to about his hips. It would most likely blow even in the softest of winds and at the moment, was flowing around him like an aura. It was obviously of his own power, though, because there was no wind at all. (:Drools: he's hot in my mind!)
His eyes were also black, but they had a purple hue to them, adding the malice which betrayed his façade. He was grinning at the three women (or girl in Sango's case), though didn't seem to have done any harm to them. His glare, however, had turned to the two brothers as they entered the clearing.
"Ah, the great Lord of the Western lands himself! Finally! But in the presence of a hanyou? A sight I thought I'd never see. I never expected him to take the path of his father." He looked straight at the lord, obviously expecting a fight to start right then and there.
"I take it you haven't heard much of me in the past ten years then. And by your expression, I suppose you expect me to lose my temper and attack? Well, that does sound like me, does it not? Or at least it did. Since you obviously haven't heard, thirteen years with my most favored advisor have certainly changed this Sesshomaru. I am not who I was, nameless demon, so do not expect me to run into battle over a few insults." Sesshomaru's face was like ice, as it had been in the past, making his words seem hard to believe.
Hmmm, since you made it so obvious, I suppose I should inform you of my name. Formally, I am called Kuro Naito, but to my master and my enemies, I am known simply as Kurnai. And you may have changed, it is possible. We youkai often talk of you and your human bitch. She has changed you from the beginning, and she is also your weakness. You are indeed foolish to leave her alone and unprotected as such." He looked over at Rin who was still across the clearing from Sesshomaru, either too frightened to move, or perhaps she was just wise enough to know not to interfere with her lord's battles. Either way, she had not moved from her spot, making her an open target.
Kurnai was beside her in seconds with speed rivaling Sesshomaru's. It didn't take him long to grab her wrist and hold her dangling in the air. Sesshomaru, though, was also next to her in record time, ready to fight for her safety. But before Tokijin (s/p?) was drawn, she was on the ground again.
"Well, I see I was correct. You have turned into your father indeed, Sesshomaru. Fighting to protect a mere mortal rather than your pride and power. Hmmm, so now I have your attention. You are too late, however. She will be dead within the day."
"You lie! You did nothing to her. She was in your hand for two seconds, what could you possibly have done?"
"I'm displeased with you, Sesshomaru. I really thought you would have thought to smell her after I touched her. I'll let you tell us what has happened to her…especially after you knew all along what I truly was. I'll leave you for now, I think your last few hours with the girl should be alone, do you not agree?"
Sesshomaru looked over toward Rin, his eyes widening. Then, for the first time everyone present had ever seen, Sesshomaru's eyes turned toward sadness, but soon to anger. "You are a foolish one indeed. Even you should know about my sword. She will not die so easily. Even you should know that Tensaiga accepts her as one to protect greatly. Do not think I'm as careless as you think I am." But as a reaction, he pulled out Tokijin and swung at Kurnai, who easily stopped the attack…with his arm?
"Well, you seem to still have the same mind as before. I do not wish for a fight at the moment, merely to see what makes you angry. It seems I have found your weak point. You think you can get everything you want, but you can't. The girl has faced death before, Sesshomaru. Do you think she wishes to experience the feeling again, only to be brought back yet again? What pain she will feel knowing her lord did nothing but watch her die, then awaken her from the only peace she's known for your own selfish gain? You have much to think about before you make such a decision, milord. It may not gain everything you believed it would. I will leave you now, but do not think I will be far from here. I wish to watch her slow, painful death and then the look on your face as you realize she does not wish to continue life as she lives it." With a wave of his hand, a black disk appeared beneath his feet and carried him away.
All eyes turned to Sesshomaru, who seemed to be the only one who had any clue what was going on. Even Inuyasha could not notice any sort of change in the young woman. The lord sighed and looked at the small mass of people gathering quickly around him.
"You will find out soon enough, though she should know first. We'll need some time." He looked over the group who apparently had no intention of leaving. He growled as his eyes flashed red. "ALONE!" And there was suddenly a race as to who could make it back to Kaede's hut the fastest.
Sesshomaru ten looked directly at Rin. His eyes still blazed with anger, making the poor girl wonder if she had been the one who caused his anger. But soon, she found a hint of sadness in his eyes.
After seeing her frightened face, he decided that now was not the time to take out his anger, especially not on her. He had never once yelled at her, and he didn't plan to start now. He sighed and his countenance changed yet again, this time to concern.
The poor girl was now becoming even more frightened. Not because of her lord, but because of his expression. Not once had she ever, EVER seen him look so concerned about anything.
"Rin," he started, trying to find exactly the right words, not wanting to upset her. "That demon, he was a poison demon. When he picked you up, you felt a sharp prick on your wrist, did you not?" She simply nodded. "I thought so. He infected you with a deadly poison which kills remarkably fast, though very painfully. I should not mention exactly what it will do, for it will only frighten you more, but you will be in a great deal of pain for several hours until you pass on. Neither I, nor anyone else here, can do a thing about it, unfortunately. I doubt even Kagome's world could provide a cure. I am sorry, Rin, but we can do nothing but wait." His face was not looking at her face. For the first time in his life, Sesshomaru felt sadness, regret, and even slight embarrassment at the sight of her and could not bear to look her in the eyes. He just couldn't see the emotions that would run through the girl's eyes.
"But I must ask you if what he said was true. With Tensaiga, I could bring you back to life, but only if you would wish it of me. If he was correct in saying you could not face death any more than you already have, I will grant your wish."
"I would wish it, milord, but Sesshomaru-sama, is there no other way? Can Tensaiga not heal me as it does you?"
"I am sorry Rin, Tensaiga does not heal, it only restores the soul of the one who is lost. Other than that, it will only heal the injury which caused your death in the first place. And it does not heal me either. My demon blood does all of the work. Tensaiga only removes me from battle and keeps me from dying. Other than that, it does nothing.
"There is a possibility of something that could at least help, but you may not like it. It is not something I would normally suggest, and even so I do not do it lightly. It could pose to be more harm than help. But if you wish it, I will try it."
"What could you do?"
"I can only guess on this theory, since it has never been proven but, out of all that I have heard, I never once knew of a full demon who was killed by the effects. The poison, known as Jooji, will cause you great pain and kill you. For a demon, the effects will still harm you quite a bit and you will most likely be in much more pain and for quite a bit longer than normal, but the demon blood will heal what has been lost and will most likely return you to normal. But that is not a proven fact. You could still die from it, and it will be even more painful than it will as a human. Despite my dislike of this idea, and my sadness at seeing you in pain, I will attempt this if you would risk it, but not unless. You must be positive of your decision, for weather you survive the poison or I revive you with Tensaiga, you will be a demon for the rest of your life—there is no turning back."
"But how could you turn me into a demon, milord? The jewel will be tainted, and I see no other way."
"There is another way. I once asked Myoga of it once out of curiosity as to why he did not turn Izayoi into a demon. The way is that there is a sort of ritual, involving the transfer of some of my blood into your blood. This is much more than the style of mating bonds, Rin, you will drink a cup of my blood, and sleep for a day while you transform. You will not feel any pain from the poison, but if you, as I hope, survive the sleep, you will be in much pain when you awaken.
"But I must warn you, there is reason to be caution. If your body were to reject the blood, if you did not truly desire this, you would die also, and my Tensaiga could never bring you back. I will only do this if you are positive it is worth the risk. You will be giving up a lot as a human, one of which being the number of human suitors who approach you daily. Your choice of mates shall be more limited, and you will live thousands of years with hardly any showing of age. Are you willing to risk this factor and attempt this, or would you rather die and be brought back to life? It is entirely up to you, Rin. I will stand in the way of no decision you make."
"Would you wish me to become demon, milord? If there were no risks, I mean?"
"It is entirely up to you, Rin. Would my answering that question sway you to do something you would not approve of?"
"No. I have made my decision, I merely wish to know from curiostity. You may kill me yourself if I change my mind."
"I suppose there is no harm in saying that yes, it would please me if you were to become a demon. I would not have to fight against age for your life. But believe me when I say that you are wonderful as a human as well. I truly would not care weather you stayed or changed, but to have you by my side for that much longer would truly make this Sesshomaru happy."
"And my answer is yes. I truly wish to try it. I would become more like you, milord, and if I survived this attack, I could serve beside you for thousands of years…oh!" She grabbed her stomach which had just been shot with a large amount of pain.
He looked at her with his still-saddened eyes. 'Rin,' he thought, 'if only I could take away this pain from you, even to throw it upon myself.'
"Come then. We should start immediately before your body is destroyed too much for even demon blood to heal." He said while picking up her body, which was already shriveling under the immense pain, which had only just begun.
A/N: Ok, sorta-kinda a cliffie, but not too bad. So sorry it's shorter than the others. I hope you all aren't mad at this one, but it's 8:30 and I've still got so much homework to do, I just have to get off! I'm sorry, I know we all want to know what happens to Rin.
Anyways, mini-glossary:
Kuro Naito- Dark/Black Night (will refer to more powers yet unknown)
Kurnai- my cheap imitation on Kuro and Naito mixed together (really cheesy I know, but I couldn't just call him both all the time, it's get annoying having a bad guy with two names)
Jooji- found this on a 'what is your name in Japanese?' site. This is the name of my least favorite person in the universe, my ex-neighbor (since I just moved) George. It fits, cuz lord knows he sure as hell acts like deadly poison.
Well, see ya'll tomorrow afternoon when I write my next lovely chappie which will hopefully have more happy-fluff instead of depressing-fluff. And just for the record, someone in a review asked about two certain people becoming mates (you know who you are), I will not answer that so I won't spoil the surprise, but I will say that there IS going to be mentions of mating in this fic, but not anywhere close to lemons. I may hint about one or two, but I do not write lemons! I read them occasionally, but I do not write them!
Ok, there was something else I wanted to say, but it went bye-bye while I wrote that stuff about lemons, but I'm pretty sure it was important. This means, don't be surprised if there is an a/n thing up on this story very shortly. Anyway, that's all! -
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