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"Speaking"
(Thinking)
(Telepathy)
What happened in Chapter 13:
"Hakudoshi! Get up, we're leaving"
Hakudoshi quickly put on a barrier and flew to the sky. Byakuya summoned another origami paper crane.
"Byakuya, what about the sword?"
"I couldn't keep up with his strength. We need to change our strategy, we need to release him" Byakuya slyly looked at Hakudoshi.
"But Naraku isn't finished with him yet"
"Oh, he will be"
Byakuya was furious of the outcome; he scowled at Sesshomaru and left him a message. "This won't be the last time you'll be seeing us." The two suddenly vanished. The number of demons stopped climbing, Sesshomaru looked at his village.
"This will take months of repair"
Sesshomaru walked towards Sango. "Sango are most of the people safe?"
"Yes Lord Sesshomaru, but badly injured"
Sesshomaru looked at Kagome "Kagome I put you and Kaede in charge of healing the injured"
Kagome fell silent.
"Kagome?" Inuyasha asked.
Kagome covered her face and started to cry.
"Kagome what's the matter?"
"Kaede…Is DEAD"
Chapter 14: Reinforcements
Sango let the people out of the castle. The villagers were shocked to see so much destruction that was made in a short time. Homes were destroyed, precious lives were lost. A day that was supposed to be spent for merriment has been crushed, scenes of dancing and singing has been replaced by pain and tears.
"Mama" Shippo ran and hugged his mother. "Mama I was so scared" the little fox demon started to cry.
Kagome kissed her sons' forehead and rubbed her palm gently on his head. "Shh, its okay Shippo they're gone now"
Shippo continued crying. Inuyasha didn't like to see Kagome cry, especially Shippo. He took Shippo from Kagome's arms and smiled at him.
"Don't worry Shippo, the next time they'll come I'll eventually kick their ass"
Shippo looked at his father and stopped sobbing. Inuyasha knew Kagome hated it when he swore in front of Shippo, but instead of forcing him to sit she smiled at him back. This made him blush.
Sesshomaru looked at their family moment and thought of his. (I hope they're okay)
He looked up and saw his daughter, crying in the arms of Kagura. Sesshomaru was relieved when he saw the two important people in his life safe.
Rin held on to her mother tightly, her eyes plastered shut with tears, and her grip was strong.
Sesshomaru knew there was something wrong, he quickly joined them and tried to calm his daughter down. He tried to take her from Kagura's arms but wouldn't let go.
"Rin, are you okay?"
Rin didn't answer.
"What happened to her?" He asked Kagura.
"She.." Kagura held her daughter closer. "She saw demos killing people she knew. She is traumatized"
Rin cried harder, she dug her face into Kagura's chest. Kagura could feel her hot tears pressing on her Kimono.
"Its okay baby, mommy is here" Kagura did her best to calm Rin down.
Rin loosened her grip; she looked dismally at Kagura.
Kagura wiped the tears hanging on her cheek. She rubbed her nose to hers
"Everything will be alright"
Rin gave her a flavourless smile and laid her head on Kagura's chest, closed her eyes and travelled in the land of nod.
"Thank you" Sesshomaru silently said. He rubbed Rin's head with his palm. He looked at Kagura and was surprised to see her crying.
"I hate to see her like this" Kagura clutched Rin tighter.
"Do not underestimate her, Rin is a strong girl"
Kagura broke into a smile. "You always know how to make me smile…Oh yeah and sorry for destroying your palace"
"It's okay, at least you are safe"
"What are we going to do now?" Kagura asked.
Sesshomaru was in deep thought, he looked around and saw villagers mourning over dead loved ones, a group of people carrying Kaede's corpse out of the palace.
"We must pay our respects to the dead"
It took them three days to gather the dead, and when everything was complete they buried the corpses and started the funeral. Miroku blessed the burial ground and started chanting.
The wives of the fallen soldiers couldn't control their tears; children holding their mothers' skirts were terrified. Men tried comforting crying women.
(We lost too many men this time) Sesshomaru thought. He was furious, he closed his hand tightly. Kagura sensed his anger and held his fist; Sesshomaru's hand came loose and held her hand.
When Miroku finished his service he turned to Sesshomaru. "Say something" he whispered.
Sesshomaru stood in front of the small crowd
"Friends, I know you are all scared. I know what happened three days ago was a big loss. But we can't just sit here and cry; we must avenge our fallen brothers and sisters."
The villagers wiped their tears and showed determination.
"Friends I'm counting on you" Sesshomaru ended.
"Tell us what to do" a man shouted.
"Yeah" "We would do anything to avenge them" The villagers' spirits went up. They were all determined to avenge for their loved ones.
Sesshomaru smiled "All the strong men and women will rebuild the damaged houses; the rest will tend to the injured. And the children will assist their parents"
The villagers started cheering.
"We don't have much time, let's get to work everybody" someone cheered.
It took the people three weeks to complete three quarters of repairing. The people were amazed of their own speed and determination.
(I didn't know that repairs would be this quick) Jaken thought to himself. (Lord Sesshomaru –Sama really knows how to bring the peoples' morale up)
"Jaken" Sesshomaru barked.
Falling to his knees Jaken answered "Yes Lord Sesshomaru –Sama?"
"I have a special assignment for you"
Jaken stared at his master; he knew this assignment was serious. Jaken promised that he won't screw it up.
"What shall I do My Lord?"
Sesshomaru handed Jaken a piece of paper. "I want you to write a letter to the wolf clan telling them I will meet them, and I want it sent tonight"
Jaken was startled at his masters' request. "But My Lord the wolf clan is ruthless, what are you planning to do with them?"
Sesshomaru didn't answer and just left Jaken with his mouth agape. (What is he planning to do?)
That night Sesshomaru summoned his top captains to discuss their next move.
"Kagome what exactly did Byakuya take from you" Sesshomaru asked
"He stole; a necklace from me" Kagome shamefully answered
"Keh! Why would he be interested in that little trinket?" Inuyasha questioned with a smug.
Kagome fell silent. Inuyasha felt guilty making his wife speechless.
"Kagome, sorry I didn't mean to-"
"It's okay Inuyasha" Kagome wiped her tears and continued. "Before Kaede died she warned me about that necklace, she told me that it held unbelievable power. And when it falls in the wrong hands…"
Everyone was stunned to learn about this.
"I'm sorry; I should've told you earlier, but I was scared"
"It's okay Kagome, we understand" Sango comforted her friend.
"So what are we going to do?" Miroku asked.
Sesshomaru sighed. "There is only one thing I can do"
Everyone was anxious to hear his response.
"We are low on man power and Naraku's forces are strong. So I sent a message to the wolf clan and tomorrow Inuyasha and I will se out and ask for their help"
Everyone was shocked. Everyone knew that the wolf clan were strong but weak in the head. They won't help unless bribed.
"Okay who said I will be joining you in this senseless journey?" Inuyasha screamed.
"Let's face it Inuyasha you and I are the strongest right now. We can't afford to lose this chance; I've already sent Jaken to send the letter by tonight"
"Fine" Inuyasha grumbled
"But who will protect the village while you're gone?" Sango asked
"Yeah Sesshomaru, you do know that travelling to the wolf clan can take more than a year. And that's for going there and back." Miroku pointed out.
"That's why I'm putting you in charge when we're gone"
"What?!? Are you sick in the head?" Sango screamed.
"M-me? In charge?" Miroku started imagining all the possibilities he can do with all that power in his grasps.
"Don't worry Sango, his hands will be tied. So there is no guarantee that he'll have a lot of free time. And when he's out of line I'm allowing you to kill him if necessary"
Miroku snapped out of his imagination and was terrified. Sango gave him an evil look.
"Fair enough" Sango started laughing evilly.
"Everyone is dismissed" Sesshomaru walked out of the room.
"Oh come on Sesshomaru. You know that is not fair" Miroku pointed out.
Sesshomaru hated making those decisions, but he had to. He knew he needed help, he also knew Miroku was capable enough to protect the village. He stopped in front of Rin's door. He was worried about his daughter; it has been three weeks since he has last seen her smile. He knocked on the door and entered. He saw Kagura sitting next to her.
"How is she?" He asked.
"She's doing fine" Kagura gave her daughter a concerned look.
Rin was playing with her toys silently, her head always faced down on the floor. This worried Kagura so much that she hasn't gotten any sleep.
"Kagura?"
Kagura didn't answer.
"Kagura!"
Kagura snapped out of her bewildering gaze. Sesshomaru was worried about her, he knew that he can't leave her in this state. He had to tell her, he didn't want to leave her secretly.
"Kagura, I'm leaving tomorrow" Sesshomaru confessed.
"What?!?"
"I'll be going to the wolf clan to ask for help"
Kagura's eyes widened.
"And I'm leaving you here"
Kagura looked at Sesshomaru "You can't be serious?"
Sesshomaru didn't answer. It hurt him more than it hurt her. He didn't want to leave her so suddenly.
Kagura slowly stood up " Sesshomaru, it's dangerous going there alone!"
"I'm not going alone!"
"And why are you leaving me? You do know how long it takes to get there and back-" Kagura started wobbling.
Sesshomaru caught Kagura, he looked at her pale face and held her tightly.
"I need you to stay here and protect Rin" He placed his palm on her forehead, she was burning up. "Kagura, you're sick!"
"No I'm not. It's just a bad headache, that's all" she pushed Sesshomaru to the side and tried to stand on her own. But she stumbled.
Sesshomaru helped her up and guided her to their room. He laid her on the bed and stared at her tired face.
(She's been working too hard, she has to rest) he left her in the room.
He decided to return to Rin, she was still playing with her toys silently. Rin looked at him and raised her arms. Sesshomaru smiled and picked her up, he lulled her to sleep. He kissed her forehead and whispered in her ear.
"Rin, take care of mommy for me while I'm gone"
Rin looked at her father and sleepily nodded. She gave out a yawn and slept on his chest. He held her closely, he heard her deep breaths pressing on his chest.
(Asleep already?) He laid her down on her bed and tucked her in. (She must be worried too) he gently rubbed her forehead. He knew he will miss a lot, leaving Rin for a long time can drive her mad. He knew that when Kagura was around her she'll still be sane. He exited her room feeling guilty.
"Ahem, Lord Sesshomaru –Sama" A voice croaked
"Yes Jaken"
"I've sent the message to the wolf clan"
"Thank you Jaken" He left the imp and entered his room.
He rubbed his weary eyes and looked at his lady lying on the bed. He held her forehead again to check her temperature.
(At least her fever went down) He lay down next to her and hugged her frail body. She felt warm around his arms. He didn't want to let her go, he will miss her body around his arms, her voice ringing in his ear, her smile that enchants his eyes. Suddenly Kagura turned to his direction, her eyes filled with tears. Sesshomaru wiped her tears and smiled.
"That's all you're going to do?" Kagura smirked
Sesshomaru rubbed her supple lips and kissed her tenderly, he wanted her lips to hang on his forever. He felt her arms wrap around his body, she hugged him tightly.
"Come back alive" she ordered.
Sesshomaru chuckled "Of course"
Kagura looked at his eyes, she gave him a soft smile. "You promise?" she pouted.
Sesshomaru pecked her cheek "I promise"
Sesshomaru couldn't sleep that night, he knew he was about to leave soon. He grabbed Kagura's arms around his waist and kissed her hands. He caressed her cheek.
Sesshomaru stood up and looked at her again "I'll be back" he silently said. He walked out and entered Rin's room. He kissed her forehead, he realized that Rin was holding her tears.
"It's okay Rin, I'll come back" He hugged her tightly.
Sesshomaru left the room.
"I know it's hard" Inuyasha held Sesshomaru's shoulder.
"How did it go with yours?" Sesshomaru asked.
"Oh you know.."
This was the only time the brothers knew how they felt. They hated leaving their family, they can't complain.
"Lord Sesshomaru-Sama, Inuyasha-Sama it's time to go" the imp pointed out.
The brothers stood in front of the gate, the safest way to get to the wolf clan was on foot.
"Well we're off" Inuyasha waved to his wife.
Kagome couldn't hold her tears and hugged him tightly. "When you are done there, come back quickly, and come back alive"
"Keh, you know I will"
Kagome lets go of Inuyasha and wiped her tears.
"Kagome, I want you to do something for me"
"Anything Sesshomaru"
"Could you check on Kagura, she isn't feeling well lately"
"Of course"
After saying their goodbyes the brothers set out for the long journey to the wolf clan.
"Their on the move" an albino girl warned her master.
"My my, the fallen emperor is moving quite fast" Byakuya teased.
"Master what shall we do?"
Naraku stared at the mirror Kanna was holding and sneered.
"We shall welcome them in the wolf clan, and we get to test out my new creation"
Hakudoshi was shocked when he heard this "But the wolf clan is a neutral party, I know they hate helping outsiders' but-"
"Trust me Hakudoshi, by the time I unleash my creation they will choose to serve me. Isn't that right Moryomaru?"
An enormous shadow casts behind Naraku "Yes My Lord" a coarse voice answered.
"Ooh testing out big brother 2.0, I like it" Byakuya gleamed.
Hakudoshi couldn't fight back. He knew that this was wrong; he wanted to warn his sister.
"Hakudoshi" Naraku roared
"Yes, My Lord"
"When the time is right I want you to accompany Moryomaru in the attack"
"That's not like you Naraku" Byakuya teased.
Naraku glared at him, and Byakuya piped down.
"I have something very important to do" he sneered
"Oh boy he has that strange look again" Byakuya skipped towards Kanna and pestered her.
"Why are you acting so giddy?" Kanna asked.
"Because whenever he has that look, I know it's going to be fun" And pinched his little sisters' cheek.
The two brothers regretted leaving their family behind. But they knew that this was the only way to protect them. For six months they did not stop running, they've encountered strong demons in their path but that didn't stop them. But one night they suspected something different. As they were advancing Inuyasha noticed the ground getting foggy.
"Sesshomaru" he warned.
The brothers stopped running.
"Inuyasha look" Sesshomaru pointed at a mountain shaped like a fang. "We're here"
The brothers decided to rest, it has been a long time since they had enough sleep.
"Finally" Inuyasha stretched his arms, and fell on the ground. "Five months without sleeping can even weaken a demon" He stared into the bon fire his brother made.
Sesshomaru rested his back on a tree and closed his eyes.
"Sesshomaru?" Inuyasha silently asked.
Sesshomaru opened his eyes "What?"
"Oh nothing, just checking if you were asleep" He stared at the orange sky and sighed. "I wonder how Kagome and Shippo are doing"
"I'm sure they're fine"
Inuyasha gave Sesshomaru a weird look "This isn't like you bro"
"Like what?"
"It's not like you being concerned about me" he smirked. "I know we didn't have a friendly past. But I just want you to know. I couldn't ask for another brother."
Sesshomaru was perplexed; he didn't know that his half brother was this deep.
"Sure we've been kicking each others ass since we were kids, but you taught me something."
Sesshomaru sat quietly waiting for his answer.
He looked at Sesshomaru "You taught me to accept others. I'm not getting all mushy or anything but since this might be the only time we get to spend some time together. I thought..."
Sesshomaru didn't comment.
"That day you found Rin, I thought you were crazy. I mean most demons will think that caring for a human being is a sign of weakness. But you swallowed your pride and helped her. And because of this I got to understand the human race a little more, and eventually asked Kagome to be my mate. I even accepted a fox youkai as my son"
Sesshomaru stood up and drove his knuckles on Inuyasha's head.
"Idiot" was all Sesshomaru can say.
Inuyasha rubbed his head in pain. But he didn't want to complain, he knew this was the only way Sesshomaru can express his brotherly love.
"Well then go get some sleep; you'll need it facing that bastard" Inuyasha grumbled.
"Are you still mad that he used to date Kagome?" Sesshomaru questioned.
"Keh, what are you talking about? Just go to sleep already" Inuyasha shrugged. He turned his back on Sesshomaru, and in a matter of seconds he started snoring.
Sesshomaru sat down and rested his back on a tree. He looked at the darkening sky.
(I wonder how you're doing. Rin, Kagura?)
Back at the palace Miroku and Sango were creating a ruckus in Sesshomaru's study room.
"Why would you create such a stupid law?" Sango screamed.
"Why what's wrong with it?" Miroku answered back.
"What's wrong? Why would you make a stupid law that all the women on the village should ask you on a date at least once a day?"
"Because I'm irresistible and I'm the temporary leader now" He boasted.
"IDIOT PERVERT!!" Sango punched his face and sent him flying to the wall.
Miroku hit the wall face first. "Oh Sango, you know that you give out a vibrant glow when you are mad"
"SHUT UP" Sango slapped Miroku continuously.
"Calm down Sango you might kill him" Kagome tried to calm her friend down.
"Oh don't worry Kagome I intend to kill him" she took out her dagger from her sleeve.
"Sango please no, I'm sorry"
Their argument was abruptly interrupted when they heard knocking on the door.
The door creaked open and Rin's head popped out. "Will you please pipe down? Mommy needs to have lots of rest" She complained.
"Okay Rin we'll stop" Kagome assured her.
"Thank you Kagome, at least someone is acting like a true adult" Rin loudly shut the door and headed to her parents' room.
"Being scolded by a kid is not cool" Miroku complained.
"Well at least she's got her spunk back." Sango delightfully said.
Rin entered her parents' room and quietly shut the door. "Mission accomplished mama" she saluted to Kagura.
"Thank you Rin" Kagura smiled "Now, come here and lay down next to me. It's almost passed your bedtime"
Rin ran to the side of the bed and tried to get up on the bed.
"Let me help you up" Kagura gestured.
"No mama, I can do this" Rin got up on the bed and panted.
"Good job Rin" Kagura hugged her.
"Mama before I sleep, can I do one more thing?"
Rin gave Kagura a cute puppy dog look. Kagura couldn't say no to a face like that.
"And what would that be?"
"Can I say good night to the baby?"
Kagura smiled at Rin "Of course" Kagura sat up and rested her back on the headboard. Rin placed her head on Kagura's visible bump and whispered.
"Good night baby, remember that your big sister loves you so much" Rin kissed Kagura's stomach, then her mothers' cheek. "Goodnight mommy" Rin snuggled herself in the blanket and slept.
Kagura watched her daughter as she slept. She ran her fingers through her hair and smiled.
(It's good to see you smiling again Rin)
She looked at her swollen belly and placed her palm on her abdomen. She gently rubbed her stomach, she felt her baby kick.
"My, aren't we a little eager?"
She looked out of the window and stared at the moon.
(Come back safe Sesshomaru, we're waiting for you) she smiled.
Suddenly the windows swung open and let in a cold breeze and dried leaves.
"Geez, just as I'm about to sleep" Kagura stood up and closed the window. "Perfect" As she was about to go back to bed she noticed something strange. The leaves that entered the room did not fall to the ground; it was still floating in the air.
(Okay this is strange) she looked at Rin and noticed that she wasn't snoring.
Kagura was scared. (What's going on here?) She grabbed her fan.
"Kagura" a low voice echoed.
Kagura shivered, she knew the sound of that voice. "I-impossible" she turned around and saw a dark shadow. "Naraku, what did you do?" she screamed.
"Oh, so you knew it was me" he sneered.
The room felt cold. Kagura was about to attack.
"Oh dear Kagura I'm not here to fight you, besides it won't be fair with your condition"
Kagura lowered her weapon and glared at Naraku. "Then tell me why you're here?"
"Kagura, I was such a fool. I shouldn't have hurt you. After realizing that what I've done to you was wrong I quickly returned to the area where your body laid. But I was surprised that you weren't there"
"LIAR" she spat at him. "You wanted to kill me, and if Sesshomaru didn't save me I could've died"
"But I'm here now aren't I? Kagura I need you" he gave her a cold smile.
"Sorry, but I'm already taken" Kagura showed Naraku her bite mark she got from Sesshomaru.
Naraku scowled at Kagura and wrapped his hand around her throat.
"Kagura, you still are a bitch. I thought that you would return to me because you want to live, but to bad"
"What are you saying?"
"What I'm saying my dear Kagura is that I'm close to my goal of gaining ultimate power" He lets go of her throat.
Kagura fell to her knees and started coughing.
"Well I can't kill you yet. I want you to see your loved ones suffer when the day of judgement arrives" he started laughing evilly and disappeared. When he left Rin started snoring again and the leaves fell on the floor.
(He can stop time?) She rubbed her throat in pain. She slowly got up and felt a sharp pain in her stomach; she rubbed her stomach gently and felt her baby squirming.
"It's okay baby the bad man is gone" she whispered. She felt the baby stop squirming; she smiled at her swollen belly.
(Everything will be alright. Papa is coming home soon)
When Sesshomaru woke up the next day he was surprised when he didn't see Inuyasha.
(Where did that mutt go to now?) He angrily thought. He suddenly sensed unfamiliar scents running around him. He drew his sword.
"Show yourselves!" he ordered.
A gang of wolf demons surrounded Sesshomaru.
"Put your weapon down" A demon commanded.
Sesshomaru didn't want to fight back; he knew that they were part of the wolf clan. He kept his sword and spoke.
"My name is Sesshomaru, ruler of the west. I wish to speak with your leader"
The wolf demons looked at each other and nodded. They surrounded Sesshomaru and guided him on top of the mountain. As he was approaching the top he could hear Inuyasha snarling.
"How many times do I have to tell you I'm not here to challenge you!" Inuyasha yelled.
Inuyasha was tied up.
"I do not believe you" a wolf demon with a pony tail answered.
"Inuyasha, shut up" Sesshomaru growled.
Inuyasha obeyed and pouted.
The demon looked at Sesshomaru and laughed.
"Oh it's just you Sesshomaru. Okay boys you can untie him now"
A group of wolf demons untied Inuyasha.
"Damn it Koga you still haven't changed" Inuyasha yelled.
Koga ignored Inuyasha's complaints and stood in front of Sesshomaru.
"So, what brings you here?" Koga asked.
Sesshomaru knelt in front of Koga and bowed.
"Koga, leader of the wolf clan. I'm asking for your assistance in defeating Naraku"
The place fell silent. Suddenly everyone started laughing.
"You must be joking?" Koga laughed. "Why would I help you? The wolf clan is neutral; we do not take sides but our own"
Sesshomaru kept his head down.
"Koga you idiot, Naraku is getting stronger and we must -"
Most of the demons hated Inuyasha's remark and were ready to attack him. Koga ordered his men to lower down their weapons.
"I do not care if he's getting stronger. He has never attacked us"
Sesshomaru raised his head "I beg to differ"
Koga was puzzled at Sesshomaru's expression and looked at the sky. A purple barrier was seen in the sky. The barrier descended to the ground.
"Inuyasha, give us the sword." Hakudoshi barked.
"Keh, and why would I do that?"
Hakudoshi smirked. "Master Naraku needs it to complete his goal of ultimate power, and I expect the wolf clan not to interfere."
"I'm not helping that scum if it's the last thin I do"
"Fine, it's your choice. Moryomaru" Hakudoshi called
Suddenly a huge shadow covered the sky; something with wings came crashing to the ground. A huge dust cloud filled the area, and when it settled a huge demon emerged.
Moryomaru opened his arm and charged up his beam and aimed randomly.
"Everyone run for cover" Koga screamed.
Women and children started screaming, men surrounded Koga in order to protect him.
"Eat this!" Moryomaru screamed. A huge beam shot out his hand, it penetrated a group of Koga's allies.
"Ginta, Hakkaku" he hollered
Two wolf demons emerged at Koga's side.
" Yes Koga?" They asked.
"Take everyone in the cave, leave this to me" he ordered.
The two wolves obeyed his order and guided the people in the cave.
"I'm not leaving you here"
Koga turned around and saw his red haired wife.
"Well I guess I can't stop you Ayame"
Moryomaru charged his arm again and shot out another attack. Koga and Ayame evaded his attack.
"Koga let us help you" Sesshomaru suggested.
"I don't think so, my town my rules"
"Stop being stupid Koga, you can't kill him alone" Inuyasha barked.
Moryomaru couldn't take all this talking. (They're too quick for my beams) He transformed his arms into spears and charged at Koga.
"Take this" he swung his weapon and scratched Koga's waist.
"Hah you think this scratch will kill me? Think ag -" He felt his side burning. "Argh, what was that?" He looked at his wound and realized that Moryomaru's spears contained miasma.
"I got to test out my new powers on you, don't you like it?" Moryomaru chuckled. He grabbed Koga's face and pummelled him to the ground.
"Koga" Ayame screamed. "Bastard" she dug in her pockets and launched blades of grass at Moryomaru, but Moryomaru's armor was strong and deflected the blades. "It didn't even scratch him"
"Well this might, Wind-Scar" Inuyasha pelted out. His attack hit Moryomaru straight on. Moryomaru stretched out his arm and caught his attack.
"Hah I'm impenetrable" Moryomaru boasted.
"Oh yeah?" Do it now Sesshomaru" Inuyasha screamed.
Sesshomaru leaped on top of Moryomaru and pierced his shoulder. "Dragon Strike" A blue light travelled from Tokijin and penetrated Moryomaru's shoulder. The strike cracked his armor. Moryomaru wailed in pain.
"Ha, who's Mr. Impenetrable now?" Inuyasha gloated.
Moryomaru held his shoulder and started laughing.
(What's wrong with him?) Inuyasha thought.
"Fools, I can suck up any attack" Moryomaru's wound rapidly healed.
"His wound, it's healed" Ayame pointed out.
"What kind of creation are you?" Sesshomaru questioned.
Moryomaru charged his arm again and targeted Sesshomaru "It's none of your business" he fired straight a Sesshomaru.
Sesshomaru evaded his attack and pelted another attack. But Moryomaru kept sucking its power.
"Take this" Moryomaru kept blasting random targets. Ayame quickly got Koga and slapped him until he wakes up.
"What happened?" Koga groggily asked.
Ayame started to cry "Koga, you're healed" she hugged him tightly.
Koga scanned his surroundings and saw the two brothers attacking Moryomaru.
"Hey shit heads, how many time do I have to tell you that I do not need your help"
"Quit being a bastard Koga, you're inured and you can't kill him alone" Inuyasha howled.
Koga was stunned. No one has ever helped the wolf clan before, so it was common that they had to rely in their own strength to help themselves. The wolf clan never trusted anyone and when there was a war they would be in a neutral stand. But this time it was different.
The brothers kept fighting Moryomaru, but each time they attacked Moryomaru will strike harder.
"Sesshomaru we must change out tactics"
Sesshomaru nodded at his brother.
"What about striking him with fists" Koga ran to Moryomaru and punched him hard. Moryomaru couldn't absorb Koga's impact and was stunned.
(His strength, is unbelievable)
"Get out of my town" Koga grabbed Moryomaru's leg and threw him to the sky.
Moryomaru couldn't move his body; Koga jumped up and faced Moryomaru.
(Damn it)
"Take this" Koga kicked Moryomaru and sent him crashing to the ground.
Hakudoshi was shocked (Moryomaru couldn't be this weak. Did Naraku miscalculate again?)
(Moryomaru get up) A voice rang in Moryomaru's head.
Moryomaru stood up and dusted himself. (Moryomaru, I'm allowing you to start with plan B)
"Yes Lord Naraku" Moryomaru answered.
"Moryomaru what's taking you so long?" Hakudoshi barked. Suddenly a tentacle clutched Hakudoshi's waist.
"Moryomaru what're you -? Argh." his waist started burning.
"Hakudoshi, Naraku won't be needing your services any longer"
Moryomaru squeezed Hakudoshi in half and sucked up his youkai abilities.
(I can't die like this) Hakudoshi thought.
"He killed his own ally?" Ayame was shocked. "And he was only a child"
Moryomaru started laughing evilly. "My Hakudoshi, I didn't know you were this strong?" Moryomaru felt Hakudoshi's powers spread into his veins. "Now Inuyasha, be a good boy and hand over the sword."
"My answer is still no you fugly monster"
"Suit yourself" Moryomaru opened his arm and blasted a beam straight at Inuyasha. Inuyasha dodged his attack.
(He doesn't need to charge anymore) "Sesshomaru, Koga be careful with this one"
"What do you think I am stupid, okay ugly take this" Koga sped up and punched Moryomaru at the gut. "Ha-ha, perfect hit you dead centre" he boasted.
Moryomaru sneered. "Don't think light of me boy"
"Koga" Sesshomaru sprinted to help him. But Moryomaru threw Koga at Sesshomaru and caused them to hit each other.
"Why you" Ayame started charging at Moryomaru.
"Hold it bitch" Moryomaru wrapped a tentacle around Ayame's throat.
"Ayame" Koga screamed.
"If you try attacking me again I will snap her pretty neck off"
Nobody moved.
"All I need is the Tessaiga Inuyahsa and everything will be fine"
Inuyasha shuddered.
"I...Inuyasha, don't give him your sword" Ayame warned.
"Don't move bitch" Moryomaru tightened his grip.
Inuyasha knew what he must do, even though he regretted it. He placed Tessaiga in its sheath.
"Sorry Ayame, but I don't want to see Koga feeling heart broken again" He threw the sword in front of Moryomaru. "There, now let her go"
Moryomaru took the Tessaiga. He lets go of Ayame.
"Ayame" Koga ran to her.
"Koga -" She felt something go through her chest. Moryomaru's poisoned spear went through her chest.
"AYAME!" Koga cried.
"Dragon Strike" Sesshomaru shot at Moryomaru. But Moryomaru blocked his attack with Hakudoshi's barrier power.
(Moryomaru, the deed is done. Now return)
"Yes Master Naraku. It looks like the fun is over, see you next time" Moryomaru retreated.
"Ayame hold on, I'll call the doctor" Koga cradled his wife. But Ayame did not say anything.
"Maybe I can help her" a voice answered.
Sesshomaru took out his sword and pointed it at Hakudoshi's upper half. He saw Hakudoshi's blood trail and knew that he dragged himself all the way.
"What do you want?" Koga grumbled.
"Moryomaru didn't take all of powers. He only took the ones he thinks that is important to him. I can transfer my regenerating powers to her"
"And why would you that?" Koga asked.
"So I knew I did something right before I died" He placed his palm on Ayame's wound and transferred his ability. "I should've escaped when I had the chance. I've always hated following his orders. But I was scared to end up like nee san"
Hakudoshi can slowly feel the pain of his wounds. Ayame's wound started closing, when Hakudoshi noticed that the wound was healing he lets go of her wound.
"Sesshomaru, I also want to tell you something" he weakly said.
Sesshomaru crouched down to listen to the boys' last words.
"With the Tessaiga in Naraku's hands he has enough power to engulf the world in darkness, but he won't strike immediately. He plans on attacking your village first at the night of the red moon."
"Why are you telling me this?"
"Because I want you to protect nee san for me, I've always failed to do so." he whispered. "She's the only one I've got left" suddenly Hakudoshi stopped breathing.
Sesshomaru shut Hakudoshi's eyes and stood up.
"Ayame" Koga gleamed.
Ayame slowly opened her eyes "I'm alive?" she held her chest where her wound used to be. Koga held her tightly and started to cry.
"Don't ever do that again, I almost lost you"
"I promise" Ayame kissed her husbands cheek.
"So Sesshomaru what did Hakudoshi tell you?" Inuyasha asked.
"Naraku will strike at the night of the red moon, and he will strike my village first"
Everyone was shocked. "But that's two months from now" Ayame exclaimed.
"We have to get home, now!" Inuyasha ordered.
"Don't worry, I'll help you." Koga assured.
"So this means…"
"Yes dog boy I'll join your little team. Besides he might strike my town after yours"
"Who you calling dog boy?!?" Inuyasha ranted.
"Sesshomaru, I'll gather my greatest soldiers and go with you."
"Thank you Koga"
"But how will we get home in time?" Inuyasha exclaimed.
"Oh, don't worry Inuyasha. There is a way but you might not like it"
"Lord Naraku, I present to you the Tessaiga" Moryomaru raised the sheath of the sword and gave it to Naraku.
"Very good Moryomaru, I see your new powers helped you" Naraku chuckled.
"By the way Moryomaru where is that little pest?" Byakuya asked.
"I killed him and absorbed his powers, do you have a problem?"
"Oh no no no, I don't have a problem" (Geez, I was just asking)
"So what are we going to do now master?" Kanna asked.
"For now we wait till the time is right. My full powers are at its peak when the red moon is out. And I want to test my new strength on that day."
To be continued…
End of Chapter 14
Sorry if this took so long. Oh yeah the next chapter will be entitled Secret, coz I'm still thinking of one ~Ciao