((A/N: Oh wow! ^_^ FINALLY!! Next chapter! I can't believe it's been so
long since I updated! Ack! . Please everyone, forgive me!!!!!))
~Chapter 6: Kiome's History is Revealed~
*InuYasha lunged at the bug demon once more. Much to his surprise, the monster had avoided the blow by flying into the air. It came down forcefully. He had no time to react as the evil creature literally attacked him head on; it bashed its blue head into him. He cried out in pain as he was sent hurtling back onto the ground. The monster began to chuckle loudly as it had done before.* See, stupid boy, you don't stand a chance against my new form! Hahahahahahaha!!
*Through all the pain, InuYasha's mind raced wildly. He thought to himself with great anger.* Maybe the stupid thing is right. It's stronger in this new form, and I've kept my other half away for so long now. *he cursed under his breath for acting so foolish as to separate with himself* My powers must have weakened over the years. *he growled and closed his eyes* And if that is the case, then I really can't defeat him.
*Kiome's soft, quiet voice suddenly drifted into his thoughts.* InuYasha. *He remembered how wounded and helpless she had looked when they had landed on the trees.* ~Flashback~ InuYasha. The jewel. Take my life jewel, and.*she began to take in breaths, gasping for air*.protect it at all costs. What? *he asked with a confused expression* You can.do it. I believe..in you. But,*he protested* what about you? I can't just leave you here! You'll die! *she looked at him with those glazed over eyes* Don't worry about.I'll be..alright. Trust in,..me. Augh...*she had fainted shortly after* ~End of Flashback~
*Though he still didn't understand what she had meant, the memory of Kiome so weak and pale allowed him to return to his feet with a renewed power. The beast continued to laugh, now only harder* So, you've come back for more beating, eh my friend? *InuYasha looked at him with his cold, hard red eyes* You got it PAL. *It slowed its laugh to a mere chuckle* I guess that means you want to die faster, is that it? Oh well, I don't mind. I'll get rid of you one way or the other. *Grabbing onto his sword, he replied calmly* Doubt that. I was unprepared for you before,.but trust me, that cheap trick will not surprise me again. Kiome still needs my help. She'll die if I don't reach her soon. *He glared* So I'm going to be merciful and hold back all the vengeance I SHOULD be bringing, by giving you a quick death. *He grinned* Though, I never said it would be painless.
*Smirking, the demon quickly replied* You're the one who should be worrying about dieing! All talk,..but I guess that is to be expected coming from a mixed like yourself. *InuYasha spit on the ground* Feh! *he gripped the sword tighter* You wanna see just WHAT a mangy, mixed breed can do when they are really shoved to their limit?...Then you just keep on pushing it @sshole! *The monster snickered and began to run towards him with a very angry face* Gladly! *InuYasha prepared for the attack and stood his ground.*
*As it neared, the large bug began to spit acid from its cursed mouth. The evil liquid burned everything it came in contact with. InuYasha dodged to the side, but remained in his one spot, still standing his ground. The monster glared and kept running with its new found agility. It spread its wings and began to fly at the same time, increasing its speed twice as much. Spitting out more acid (this time towards his eyes), the demon reached InuYasha. It hissed wildly in excitement to see what his reaction was, or if he would be able to react any at such a close distance. He amazingly held up the Tetsusaiga for protection in time. The mighty blade shielded him, and the burning acid evaporated into the air. The monster growled as it passed him by.*
*When it raced on, InuYasha was able to spot something from the corner of his eye. The insect's right side was strangely a lighter blue color than the remainder of his body.* Hmph. *he thought to himself during the split second* Wonder what that could mean. It looks like the same place where I had cut him earlier in his previous body. *his eyes widened* That must be where his weakness lies. *The evil bug unexpectedly reared around and managed to take one of his huge wings and hit InuYasha while he was still thinking. He fell slightly forward, but, with his power, he was quickly able to flip. He stood up and turned around to face the demon once more.*
*The creature looked at him with a large grin* This fight is getting very boring, wouldn't you agree mutt? *InuYasha grinned as well* Yes. This fight is getting fairly tiresome, *he tilted his head and yawned* but thankfully, I'm not the one making the dull atmosphere by moving slower than a turtle. *It looked at him in shock* WHAT'D YOU SAY?! *He chuckled, then squinted his red eyes* Heh heh. Your hearing is going out too? What a pity. *he swayed his head* Tisk, tisk, tisk. *The bug clenched its fist in rage* You'll pay for that remark! How dare you speak to a REAL demon that way! *InuYasha beckoned his with his free hand* Then come and get me if you're so high and mighty. *Growling, the monster ran towards him at his maximum, full speed. InuYasha grinned. Though he'd have to move quicker than he'd ever done in his life, this was the perfect opportunity he had been waiting for. As it passed by, he raised Tetsusaiga and sliced into its tough, armored skin on his vulnerable side. The monster's eyes widened again as black blood began to gush out. The attack from the large weapon had stopped its body, and now it was not only halted but it was finding it very difficult to stand. InuYasha smiled in pleasure as the beast looked at him with a terrified expression. He took out the blade from his body* See ya. *he said quietly, delivering the final blow across the monster's neck.*
*Its head rolled off and the body fell to the ground, lifeless. InuYasha licked some of the black blood off from his face, then he spat it at the creature's dead form. He destroyed the remains before returning Tetsusaiga to its sheath and running back into the forest to Kiome's aide.*
*InuYasha arrived near the tree and skidded to a halt. He began to get worried. She was no where in sight, and there wasn't a single trace of her movements to be found. Growling with a mix of frustration and fear, he began to sniff the air and search for her scent. The smell of her blood was unmistakable. She had apparently been carried off or had managed to move so carefully as to not make any markings along the ground.*
*He traced her scent all the way to a small river. It was the same one he had been bathing in that morning. InuYasha keep his nose at work as well as his keen eyes. He wasn't sure what he'd meet once he had found her, but he wanted to be prepared for anything. From one tree top to the next, he followed her smell.* *Finally, he came to a thinner scent. It shook his nerve when he realized that Kiome's blood was being drowned out by the strong river.* D@mn it. *he said moving faster.*
*It had almost been a whole hour since he had killed the monster, and still no sign of Kiome anywhere. InuYasha slowed down his movements and rested for a moment in a tree. His face was slightly moist from running so much. He wiped the sweat from his head, closed his eyes, and sat down in the cool shade with a worried look on his face. Just as he was about to give up the search, his nose picked up the smell of cherry blossoms. His eyes snapped open. There was Kiome at the foot of the tree!* InuYasha? *she said weakly, noticing his now white hair, before collapsing to the ground.*
*The fire roared loudly in front of them. Kiome hugged tightly onto the blanket that InuYasha had fetched for her along with her pack, and he placed another piece of wood on to burn. Her hair was down/wet, and she was in her purple pajama set that she had brought along with her. She gazed into the fire and remained quiet. He looked at her and blinked several times. She looked exactly like Kikyo, yet her eyes were of Kagome.*
*Finally, he sat down next to her on the log. He didn't speak for a long time, being too deep in thought and waiting for her to regain her strength from being carried so far downstream.*
.you have it, don't you. *he said at length. She remained silent. He turned his gaze towards her and repeated more firmly incase she didn't hear* .don't you.. *she sighed, and without saying a word, slowly- slowly reached into her shirt. What she pulled out was, in fact, the Shikkon No Tama. It shimmered whitely ((YES- WHITE not PURPLE)) on the chain it was attached to on her neck. InuYasha inhaled sharply, though he had already guessed the truth. Kiome looked down at the pretty jewel that lay in her hand.* Yes..I. I do.
But, how-why-I don't understand. Kaede should be-
She is. *she replied quickly. She looked up into the sky* She IS guarding the jewel, though it only be a keychain replica..((^_^ hehe. Anyone remember that from episode 1?)) ..I.I am indeed the Sacred Jewel's new master and guardian. My mother and Kaede both agreed that the real jewel would be far safer in her time where there are no demons.
*InuYasha's ears twitched slightly. He had been staring into the ground as she had talked. 'Her time' seemed to echo on for an eternity in his perfectly snowflake white ears. He gave Kiome a look, then quietly asked. He had to know* Kiome.who is your mother? *She bit her bottom lip, not knowing how to break it to him.* My mother? Oh. Her name.Kagome. *The words struck him hard. His eyes widened, hands feet and body began to shake.*
When I was born, my mother knew I was very special. She later told me that I had inherited tremendous miko powers from her. I didn't understand her words at first, *she stood weakly, about to collapse* Kiome! Don't! *he went to reach for her, catching her just as she fell into his arms.* No, InuYasha. *she said getting to her feet again and moving his protective grasp in a determined manner. She stood again weakly* I'll be fine. *he looked her up and down, confused all the more when she turned and faced south*
Like I said, I didn't understand her at first,..but then, several years later, it hit me. Why I was so much stronger than all of the other children (even the males), why the bow felt as natural to me as trout in stream, why my injuries (if I had any at all) healed so quickly, *she turned to face him once more. The setting sun outlined her fair skin and clothes* ..and why my body would glow purple when I was scared or afraid. *she barely spoke above a whisper, she looked like she was about to cry again.*
*he remained stunned, partly from her words, partly from her beauty. A beauty that he had not seen, or felt, or that had touched his heart so. A beauty that he had missed* Kiome..
I know this may sound absolutely ludicrous to you, InuYasha, but. *she paused to look at the jewel still in her hand. It shimmered brightly, making InuYasha have to shield his eyes with a sleeve of his kimono* I can use the jewel. *she glanced to him as a wind began to pick up from an unknown location. Leaves, debris, and small rocks began to swirl around them. Kiome's hair swayed all around her face* Wha? *he tried to get out, but the jewel's brightness had grown twice what it had been. He closed his eyes tighter* Ah!
InuYasha. Have you heard of the four souls? The legend passed from Midoriko's time? *he tried to look at her, but her body had started to glow just as much as the jewel* I..have. *Kiome closed her eyes and concentrated* When the four souls: Courage, Wisdom, Friendship, and Love are one, they form one soul. That soul has the ability to unleash the jewel's ultimate power when provoked. Through many trials and hardships, I was put to the test. To test the capabilities of my powers. And through it all, I have found one thing. I am that soul, InuYasha. *his eyes widened even more through his sleeve. It would not be the last time that he was surprised that day*
Midoriko- was the Courage. Through her heart and blood, her ultimate sacrifice was made. Kikyo- *InuYasha's heart began to pound* was Wisdom. She studied the priest power and through it, found clues as to how to use that jewel. Kagome- *he could barely breath* was Friendship. She befriended everyone in her path, and she made them pure.
And YOU?! *he managed to squeak, looking at her brightness. Kiome was suspended in midair, holding a now floated jewel in her hands. She opened her eyes* Yes, I. I- am Love. The same blood as Midoriko, Kikyo, and Kagome runs through my veins. The same power. The same weakness. I'm not ashamed nor embarrassed to say it now. *InuYasha saw tears streaming down her check. The bright whiteness surrounding her made them sparkle like diamonds.* Through all my mother's stories of you, when she would tuck me in at night, while she was cooking or cleaning, I could never-ever get enough of the stories of you. She would describe you in such a way..*Kiome gasped* Oh, and how I dreamed of the day when I would finally meet the wonderful man she would always tell me about. And now that I've met you in person, seeing you, being able to touch you. I know that my silly childish dreams are not just pretend games any longer. I..I..love you, InuYasha.
*InuYasha's heart skipped a beat*
((A/N: ^_^ hehe. Well worth the wait, neh? So sorry that it's a big cliffhanger, but I have to study for a BIG test I'm having tomorrow in Science! Catch everyone later!))
((P.S.- THANKS BUNCHIES FOR BEING SUCH GOOD, LOYAL FANS!!!!!!!!! *hugs all*))
~Chapter 6: Kiome's History is Revealed~
*InuYasha lunged at the bug demon once more. Much to his surprise, the monster had avoided the blow by flying into the air. It came down forcefully. He had no time to react as the evil creature literally attacked him head on; it bashed its blue head into him. He cried out in pain as he was sent hurtling back onto the ground. The monster began to chuckle loudly as it had done before.* See, stupid boy, you don't stand a chance against my new form! Hahahahahahaha!!
*Through all the pain, InuYasha's mind raced wildly. He thought to himself with great anger.* Maybe the stupid thing is right. It's stronger in this new form, and I've kept my other half away for so long now. *he cursed under his breath for acting so foolish as to separate with himself* My powers must have weakened over the years. *he growled and closed his eyes* And if that is the case, then I really can't defeat him.
*Kiome's soft, quiet voice suddenly drifted into his thoughts.* InuYasha. *He remembered how wounded and helpless she had looked when they had landed on the trees.* ~Flashback~ InuYasha. The jewel. Take my life jewel, and.*she began to take in breaths, gasping for air*.protect it at all costs. What? *he asked with a confused expression* You can.do it. I believe..in you. But,*he protested* what about you? I can't just leave you here! You'll die! *she looked at him with those glazed over eyes* Don't worry about.I'll be..alright. Trust in,..me. Augh...*she had fainted shortly after* ~End of Flashback~
*Though he still didn't understand what she had meant, the memory of Kiome so weak and pale allowed him to return to his feet with a renewed power. The beast continued to laugh, now only harder* So, you've come back for more beating, eh my friend? *InuYasha looked at him with his cold, hard red eyes* You got it PAL. *It slowed its laugh to a mere chuckle* I guess that means you want to die faster, is that it? Oh well, I don't mind. I'll get rid of you one way or the other. *Grabbing onto his sword, he replied calmly* Doubt that. I was unprepared for you before,.but trust me, that cheap trick will not surprise me again. Kiome still needs my help. She'll die if I don't reach her soon. *He glared* So I'm going to be merciful and hold back all the vengeance I SHOULD be bringing, by giving you a quick death. *He grinned* Though, I never said it would be painless.
*Smirking, the demon quickly replied* You're the one who should be worrying about dieing! All talk,..but I guess that is to be expected coming from a mixed like yourself. *InuYasha spit on the ground* Feh! *he gripped the sword tighter* You wanna see just WHAT a mangy, mixed breed can do when they are really shoved to their limit?...Then you just keep on pushing it @sshole! *The monster snickered and began to run towards him with a very angry face* Gladly! *InuYasha prepared for the attack and stood his ground.*
*As it neared, the large bug began to spit acid from its cursed mouth. The evil liquid burned everything it came in contact with. InuYasha dodged to the side, but remained in his one spot, still standing his ground. The monster glared and kept running with its new found agility. It spread its wings and began to fly at the same time, increasing its speed twice as much. Spitting out more acid (this time towards his eyes), the demon reached InuYasha. It hissed wildly in excitement to see what his reaction was, or if he would be able to react any at such a close distance. He amazingly held up the Tetsusaiga for protection in time. The mighty blade shielded him, and the burning acid evaporated into the air. The monster growled as it passed him by.*
*When it raced on, InuYasha was able to spot something from the corner of his eye. The insect's right side was strangely a lighter blue color than the remainder of his body.* Hmph. *he thought to himself during the split second* Wonder what that could mean. It looks like the same place where I had cut him earlier in his previous body. *his eyes widened* That must be where his weakness lies. *The evil bug unexpectedly reared around and managed to take one of his huge wings and hit InuYasha while he was still thinking. He fell slightly forward, but, with his power, he was quickly able to flip. He stood up and turned around to face the demon once more.*
*The creature looked at him with a large grin* This fight is getting very boring, wouldn't you agree mutt? *InuYasha grinned as well* Yes. This fight is getting fairly tiresome, *he tilted his head and yawned* but thankfully, I'm not the one making the dull atmosphere by moving slower than a turtle. *It looked at him in shock* WHAT'D YOU SAY?! *He chuckled, then squinted his red eyes* Heh heh. Your hearing is going out too? What a pity. *he swayed his head* Tisk, tisk, tisk. *The bug clenched its fist in rage* You'll pay for that remark! How dare you speak to a REAL demon that way! *InuYasha beckoned his with his free hand* Then come and get me if you're so high and mighty. *Growling, the monster ran towards him at his maximum, full speed. InuYasha grinned. Though he'd have to move quicker than he'd ever done in his life, this was the perfect opportunity he had been waiting for. As it passed by, he raised Tetsusaiga and sliced into its tough, armored skin on his vulnerable side. The monster's eyes widened again as black blood began to gush out. The attack from the large weapon had stopped its body, and now it was not only halted but it was finding it very difficult to stand. InuYasha smiled in pleasure as the beast looked at him with a terrified expression. He took out the blade from his body* See ya. *he said quietly, delivering the final blow across the monster's neck.*
*Its head rolled off and the body fell to the ground, lifeless. InuYasha licked some of the black blood off from his face, then he spat it at the creature's dead form. He destroyed the remains before returning Tetsusaiga to its sheath and running back into the forest to Kiome's aide.*
*InuYasha arrived near the tree and skidded to a halt. He began to get worried. She was no where in sight, and there wasn't a single trace of her movements to be found. Growling with a mix of frustration and fear, he began to sniff the air and search for her scent. The smell of her blood was unmistakable. She had apparently been carried off or had managed to move so carefully as to not make any markings along the ground.*
*He traced her scent all the way to a small river. It was the same one he had been bathing in that morning. InuYasha keep his nose at work as well as his keen eyes. He wasn't sure what he'd meet once he had found her, but he wanted to be prepared for anything. From one tree top to the next, he followed her smell.* *Finally, he came to a thinner scent. It shook his nerve when he realized that Kiome's blood was being drowned out by the strong river.* D@mn it. *he said moving faster.*
*It had almost been a whole hour since he had killed the monster, and still no sign of Kiome anywhere. InuYasha slowed down his movements and rested for a moment in a tree. His face was slightly moist from running so much. He wiped the sweat from his head, closed his eyes, and sat down in the cool shade with a worried look on his face. Just as he was about to give up the search, his nose picked up the smell of cherry blossoms. His eyes snapped open. There was Kiome at the foot of the tree!* InuYasha? *she said weakly, noticing his now white hair, before collapsing to the ground.*
*The fire roared loudly in front of them. Kiome hugged tightly onto the blanket that InuYasha had fetched for her along with her pack, and he placed another piece of wood on to burn. Her hair was down/wet, and she was in her purple pajama set that she had brought along with her. She gazed into the fire and remained quiet. He looked at her and blinked several times. She looked exactly like Kikyo, yet her eyes were of Kagome.*
*Finally, he sat down next to her on the log. He didn't speak for a long time, being too deep in thought and waiting for her to regain her strength from being carried so far downstream.*
.you have it, don't you. *he said at length. She remained silent. He turned his gaze towards her and repeated more firmly incase she didn't hear* .don't you.. *she sighed, and without saying a word, slowly- slowly reached into her shirt. What she pulled out was, in fact, the Shikkon No Tama. It shimmered whitely ((YES- WHITE not PURPLE)) on the chain it was attached to on her neck. InuYasha inhaled sharply, though he had already guessed the truth. Kiome looked down at the pretty jewel that lay in her hand.* Yes..I. I do.
But, how-why-I don't understand. Kaede should be-
She is. *she replied quickly. She looked up into the sky* She IS guarding the jewel, though it only be a keychain replica..((^_^ hehe. Anyone remember that from episode 1?)) ..I.I am indeed the Sacred Jewel's new master and guardian. My mother and Kaede both agreed that the real jewel would be far safer in her time where there are no demons.
*InuYasha's ears twitched slightly. He had been staring into the ground as she had talked. 'Her time' seemed to echo on for an eternity in his perfectly snowflake white ears. He gave Kiome a look, then quietly asked. He had to know* Kiome.who is your mother? *She bit her bottom lip, not knowing how to break it to him.* My mother? Oh. Her name.Kagome. *The words struck him hard. His eyes widened, hands feet and body began to shake.*
When I was born, my mother knew I was very special. She later told me that I had inherited tremendous miko powers from her. I didn't understand her words at first, *she stood weakly, about to collapse* Kiome! Don't! *he went to reach for her, catching her just as she fell into his arms.* No, InuYasha. *she said getting to her feet again and moving his protective grasp in a determined manner. She stood again weakly* I'll be fine. *he looked her up and down, confused all the more when she turned and faced south*
Like I said, I didn't understand her at first,..but then, several years later, it hit me. Why I was so much stronger than all of the other children (even the males), why the bow felt as natural to me as trout in stream, why my injuries (if I had any at all) healed so quickly, *she turned to face him once more. The setting sun outlined her fair skin and clothes* ..and why my body would glow purple when I was scared or afraid. *she barely spoke above a whisper, she looked like she was about to cry again.*
*he remained stunned, partly from her words, partly from her beauty. A beauty that he had not seen, or felt, or that had touched his heart so. A beauty that he had missed* Kiome..
I know this may sound absolutely ludicrous to you, InuYasha, but. *she paused to look at the jewel still in her hand. It shimmered brightly, making InuYasha have to shield his eyes with a sleeve of his kimono* I can use the jewel. *she glanced to him as a wind began to pick up from an unknown location. Leaves, debris, and small rocks began to swirl around them. Kiome's hair swayed all around her face* Wha? *he tried to get out, but the jewel's brightness had grown twice what it had been. He closed his eyes tighter* Ah!
InuYasha. Have you heard of the four souls? The legend passed from Midoriko's time? *he tried to look at her, but her body had started to glow just as much as the jewel* I..have. *Kiome closed her eyes and concentrated* When the four souls: Courage, Wisdom, Friendship, and Love are one, they form one soul. That soul has the ability to unleash the jewel's ultimate power when provoked. Through many trials and hardships, I was put to the test. To test the capabilities of my powers. And through it all, I have found one thing. I am that soul, InuYasha. *his eyes widened even more through his sleeve. It would not be the last time that he was surprised that day*
Midoriko- was the Courage. Through her heart and blood, her ultimate sacrifice was made. Kikyo- *InuYasha's heart began to pound* was Wisdom. She studied the priest power and through it, found clues as to how to use that jewel. Kagome- *he could barely breath* was Friendship. She befriended everyone in her path, and she made them pure.
And YOU?! *he managed to squeak, looking at her brightness. Kiome was suspended in midair, holding a now floated jewel in her hands. She opened her eyes* Yes, I. I- am Love. The same blood as Midoriko, Kikyo, and Kagome runs through my veins. The same power. The same weakness. I'm not ashamed nor embarrassed to say it now. *InuYasha saw tears streaming down her check. The bright whiteness surrounding her made them sparkle like diamonds.* Through all my mother's stories of you, when she would tuck me in at night, while she was cooking or cleaning, I could never-ever get enough of the stories of you. She would describe you in such a way..*Kiome gasped* Oh, and how I dreamed of the day when I would finally meet the wonderful man she would always tell me about. And now that I've met you in person, seeing you, being able to touch you. I know that my silly childish dreams are not just pretend games any longer. I..I..love you, InuYasha.
*InuYasha's heart skipped a beat*
((A/N: ^_^ hehe. Well worth the wait, neh? So sorry that it's a big cliffhanger, but I have to study for a BIG test I'm having tomorrow in Science! Catch everyone later!))
((P.S.- THANKS BUNCHIES FOR BEING SUCH GOOD, LOYAL FANS!!!!!!!!! *hugs all*))