I don't own anything Inuyasha.

Naraku was laughing at 'her'. Even worse, he had a reason.

Kagome quickly gave into her instincts and, with the new youkai speed, was immediately in front of herself, holding up 'his' sword. She knew Sesshoumaru was angry; beyond pissed even, but she could handle his admonishment if it meant ensuring he wasn't hurt while in her body.

"I'll protect you."

Naraku silenced.

In fact, the entire area stilled once the Western Lord made his vow of protection over a human miko.

Naraku knew secrets when he saw them, and how to stress them. "Inuyasha," the spider cooed. "You fail to obtain the jewel, kill me, and protect your miko. Is that why she is now Sesshoumaru's?"

Kagome felt her demon heart freeze. 'What!?'