Disclaimer: I still don't own Inuyasha, nor do I own the characters in
this fic!!
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InuKagStar: Thanks!! I won't lose motivation or inspiration as long as people keep reviewing!
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To all: Hey guys!! For those who are a bit confused about Kagome's age, she is about 15 years old now ^-^! And don't worry, I already have finished the whole story and have it on my desk right now, but I just haven't put it on the computer yet. Anyway it REALLY depends on the amount of reviews whether I post the chapters on ff.net fast or slow.
Italic: thoughts
-- --: locations
' ': spoken words
~*~*~*~*~: time gap
THE LIFE OF A SONG-MAIDEN
-by Kittymui-
The Prophecy
Previously: 'If I can't have you,' Kouga growled frustrated as he raised
his sword above his head, ready to strike. 'then nobody can!!!' He swung his sword
at Kagome. Inuyasha ran through the forest. Kagome, please be save!! Kagome
closed her eyes. This is the end for me... goodbye Inuyasha, goodbye Sesshoumaru...
A clash could be heard throughout the cave.
When nothing happened, Kagome opened her eyes. Her eyes widened.
Sesshoumaru was standing in front of Kagome and blocking Kouga's attack with his Toukijin.
'S-Sesshoumaru?!' Kagome was surprised. Where is Inuyasha?
'Hah! It's the dogturd's brother, you don't scare me!!' Kouga smirked as he put more weight on his sword.
[AN: Since this story isn't related to the storyline of the original series, Sesshoumaru still has two arms ^-^]
Sesshoumaru suddenly dug his poison claw unexpectedly through Kouga's body. 'I thought it was clear to you low-lives that she is under my protection.' He pulled out his hand and Kouga collapsed to the floor.
He turned to Kagome, who was still bleeding. Without saying anything, he untied his yellow sash (which was tied around his armor) and wound it around her upper arm.
'This will hurt.' He warned as he suddenly pulled it tight. Kagome winced but didn't scream out of pain.
'Kagome!!!' Inuyasha's voice could be heard though the cave.
When he arrived at the spot, Sesshoumaru was already carrying Kagome in his arms and planning to leave the area.
Inuyasha noticed Kouga's body lying on the floor.
'Sesshoumaru, you saved Kagome?' Inuyasha looked at Kagome, but she avoided his gaze and leaned her head against Sesshoumaru's chest; closing her eyes.
Sesshoumaru noticed this. 'Inuyasha, Kagome is wounded, we should return to the castle.' he said to break the tension between the two.
He started to walk out of the cave.
Inuyasha nodded and followed Sesshoumaru.
~*~*~*~
Back at the castle, Sesshoumaru tended Kagome's wound and brought her to her room. He left the room after Kagome fell asleep.
Inuyasha was standing in the hall near her room. 'How is she?' he asked her brother as he came out of her room.
'Asleep.' Sesshoumaru answered. After a short silence, he turned to Inuyasha. 'What had happened when I was away?' he asked, knowing that there was something not right between her brother and Kagome.
Knowing that he could not escape this question, Inuyasha began telling everything from the moment Sesshoumaru left the castle.
~*~*~*~
'I see...' Sesshoumaru responded after hearing the whole story.
At the same time, Kagome had awakened from her sleep. She opened her eyes and sat up, her head leaning against the wall. Oh right, Sesshoumaru rescued me and carried me here...he also bandaged my arm.
She touched her wounded arm. Why isn't he coming to see me? Doesn't he care about me? She clutched her heart.
Why does my heart hurt so much when I think about him... Kagome suddenly stopped thinking when she heard Sesshoumaru's voice coming from the hall.
'Are you having feelings for her?'
Sesshoumaru and Inuyasha? Kagome thought as she silently got out of bed and sat down near the door to follow their conversation.
'What did you find out about her?' Inuyasha asked, not knowing why he was trying to change the subject. He only knew that he couldn't answer the question.
'After hearing your story, I'm definitely sure that the information that I've gathered is true.' Sesshoumaru leaned against a wall. 'During my travel, I've found out about a very interesting prophecy.'
Are they talking about me? Kagome thought as she continued to eavesdrop.
'The prophecy goes like this:' Sesshoumaru continued.
With a Serenade, she can control the waters of protection.
With a Requiem, she can heal the wounds of death.
With a Nocturne, she can soothe the earth of destruction.
With a Prelude, she can clear the skies of hope.
When this world is on the verge of dying, a maiden of another world will appear.
With the voice of four souls, she possesses the power to change the future of this land.
'That must be Kagome, I knew she was different.' Inuyasha interrupted.
'The prophecy doesn't stop here, it's the following part that worries me.' he continued.
A duet will be sung, side-by-side.
Hate will compose the songs the Death and Destruction.
Love will bare the tones of Life and Healing.
Only a solo shall survive...
Unless...
They're really talking about me...this prophecy...a duet? What does it mean? Kagome wondered.
'Unless...what?' Inuyasha asked.
'Unfortunately, the prophecy stopped here.' Sesshoumaru looked outside the window. 'Despite my efforts, the prophecy was too old to be remembered by people of this world.'
'But what does the lower part mean? Inuyasha thought out loud. Sesshoumaru turned at looked at him. 'Inuyasha, I'll ask you one more time. Are you having feelings for Kagome?'
Inuyasha was shocked to be confronted by that question again. 'I...euhm...' he stuttered. Dammit, why is he suddenly asking me that question? I don't even know it myself!
'Answer me!!' he demanded.
'No, I don't have any feelings for Kagome.' Inuyasha finally answered. 'I'm only protecting her because you told me to and because she's the one who can save our world.'
'I see...' Were the only words Sesshoumaru spoke before he walked away; down the halls.
Inuyasha just stood there for a moment. Am I really feeling nothing towards her? Then what's this uneasy feeling in my heart? He started to walk away to his own room. I worry too much... I should stop thinking about this...
-- Inside Kagome's room --
Tears were rolling down her cheeks. Her head leaned against the wall. Her hand clutched her heart. M-my heart...aches. T-this pain is killing me. Kagome walked to the balcony, she looked at the clear sky. When did I start caring about him so much? She was crying. But it doesn't matter...I can't stay here anymore... She climbed on the balustrade of the balcony and jumped into the forest.
Inuyasha's words were still repeating themselves in her mind.
'I'm only protecting her ... because she's the one who will save our world...because you told me so...'
It was stabbing Kagome's heart like knives, over and over again as she ran through the forest. I have to run as fast as I can, before the sun rises again.
~*~*~*~
Kagome was tired of running after a while and sat down, leaning against a tree. A-am I just a tool? She buried her head in her arms, which were resting on her knees, sobbing.
'I've finally found you...' A man appeared in front of her. Kagome quickly looked up, her eyes widened.
The man wore a baboon pelt that covered the lower half of his body. She quickly stood up. 'Naraku!!!'
'Glad you still remember me, for there hasn't been a single day that I have forgotten about you, since you disappeared in the well.' Naraku approached her.
Kagome wanted to run away, but she stopped as Naraku spoke again.
'Run? Where to? Surely, you're not planning to go back to the castle, are you?' He chuckled.
Kagome collapsed to her knees. He's right, I don't have any place to go now...not after...' She clutched her heart.
'It hurts, doesn't it?' Naraku knelt beside her. 'I can take it away for you, if you want.'
Kagome looked up at him. 'Why would you...you murderer!' She spat in disgust.
'Because I need you, my dear Kagome.' he touched her hand. 'I need you by my side, as my queen.'
Kagome hesitated, but quickly jerked her hand away. 'You lie!! You only need me for my powers. You're just as hateful as they are!!' she yelled, covering her face with her hands and started to cry again.
'Well, suit yourself.' Naraku stood up and started to walk away. 'I'm not the one suffering a heartache at the moment. I can wait another 2000 years for my chance to come.' Naraku looked over his shoulder at Kagome. 'The question is rather...can you bear the pain for the rest of your life?' With this he turned his head and continued to walk away.
'Why don't you accept his offer? A voice spoke to Kagome's mind.
'Dare...?' Kagome asked.
Well, let's just say, your other self is talking to you...don't change the subject...why don't you just accept Naraku's offer? The voice continued.
'I-I can't...he'll use my powers for evil purposes. This world will not be spared and Inuyasha...' Kagome couldn't finish her sentence.
Who cares what happens to this world. You were only healing it to make him happy, but he isn't grateful at all and look what he has done to you!!
Look girl, you have suffered enough already. Why don't you rest for a while and let me OUT already!!
Kagome became silent. She clutched her heart again. 'It hurts... it really hurts'
Dakara... I'm telling you to accept his offer!!
Kagome turned to look at Naraku, who had almost disappeared into the forest. 'W-wait.' Kagome suddenly spoke. Naraku stopped walking and turned around.
Kagome slowly stood up and walked towards him. Please forgive me... I just want this pain to stop. She stood still in front of Naraku. 'I...I accept your offer.' She looked into his eyes.
'Good... you've made up your mind, now close your eyes.' He slightly smiled. Kagome did as she was told.
Naraku slowly leaned closer to her and suddenly placed his lips on hers.
Kagome's eyes shot wide open in shock and raised her hands to his chest to push him away but her body went limp before she could do so and her hands rested on his chest.
Her eyes slowly closed again.
-- In Kagome's mind --
All became dark in Kagome's mind. Kagome fell on her knees. 'Why...why doest my body feels so heavy?' She collapsed to the floor. 'T-the pain...finally...stopped...' She mumbled before she fell into a deep, deep sleep.
A shadow appeared out of the darkness. 'Rest, my dear Kagome, you have already suffered too much.' the shadow spoke as it approached Kagome.
The shadow came into the light and became visible.
It turned out to be Kagome herself, but she looked different than the one who's lying on the floor. This Kagome looked a lot more confident, almost evil if you looked more closely. She was dressed in a long pitch-black gown.
The most distinct feature lay in her eyes. They were gray now, with slit pupils, like a cat. She smirked.
'I have slept for 15 long years already.' She stretched her arms. 'Now it's payback time...'
[AN: As you can see, Kagome has two different personalities. I have represented these personalities with two different Kagome's in her mind. This also explains why Inuyasha could hear her talking to his mind. It was actually the Kagome in her mind who was talking to him ^-^... I hope you're not confused...]
-- Back to the real world --
As Naraku pulled away from the kiss, Kagome's body collapsed to his chest. She was unconscious.
'Kukuku, she's mind now, finally mine...!!' Naraku chuckled, as he looked at the Shikon no Tama that Kagome wore around her neck.
It was completely black...
-- At the castle --
'Kagome!!' Inuyasha cried as he shot up from his bed. Sweat drops flowed on his forehead. He panted heavily as he wiped his forehead.
What is this ominous feeling? Inuyasha thought as he clutched his heart.
Oeeeeeehhhh, what will happen next? What will de alternate Kagome do after she woke up from her 15 years of sleep and is now finally in charge of Kagome's body and mind? Look forward to the next chapter: The dark Kagome
PS: I have two big test coming up the coming week so I can't post the next chapter before 4th July, unless I get 50+ reviews... I think I'll make an exception and post it right away ^-^!! No I'm serious... if you readers manage to give me 50+ reviews (not all from the same reviewer!!) I will post 'The dark Kagome' right away!! I will definitely keep my word. Not too hard I guess... since it's already 33 at the moment ^-^!
Vocabulary:
Dare...?: Who is it?
Dakara...: That's why...
Like it? Love it? Hate it? Please review!! Without reviews... I won't continue this story... I will lose inspiration... I will lose motivation... I will... *begging on her knees* pleeeeeaaaassseee review... pretty pretty please !! ^-^
The more the better!! The more the sooner I will post next chapter!!
You know... I'm really wondering how many people have been following or reading my story... since not everybody is likely to review after reading... because if this one is attracting a lot of readers, I might consider writing a Sess/Kag story.
Euhm... since I'm not good at lemon, I won't write lemon fics. I'm still a beginner you see... *blushes*. But I will read more fics to improve myself!
Lots of greets,
~Kittymui~
Posted: 29 June 2003
Last Edited: 29 June 2003
Replies on Reviews:
kimmy: Hey thanks for reviewing!!
InuKagStar: Thanks!! I won't lose motivation or inspiration as long as people keep reviewing!
silver wolf: It depends on whether people review my story or not ^-^!!
To all: Hey guys!! For those who are a bit confused about Kagome's age, she is about 15 years old now ^-^! And don't worry, I already have finished the whole story and have it on my desk right now, but I just haven't put it on the computer yet. Anyway it REALLY depends on the amount of reviews whether I post the chapters on ff.net fast or slow.
Italic: thoughts
-- --: locations
' ': spoken words
~*~*~*~*~: time gap
-by Kittymui-
The Prophecy
When nothing happened, Kagome opened her eyes. Her eyes widened.
Sesshoumaru was standing in front of Kagome and blocking Kouga's attack with his Toukijin.
'S-Sesshoumaru?!' Kagome was surprised. Where is Inuyasha?
'Hah! It's the dogturd's brother, you don't scare me!!' Kouga smirked as he put more weight on his sword.
[AN: Since this story isn't related to the storyline of the original series, Sesshoumaru still has two arms ^-^]
Sesshoumaru suddenly dug his poison claw unexpectedly through Kouga's body. 'I thought it was clear to you low-lives that she is under my protection.' He pulled out his hand and Kouga collapsed to the floor.
He turned to Kagome, who was still bleeding. Without saying anything, he untied his yellow sash (which was tied around his armor) and wound it around her upper arm.
'This will hurt.' He warned as he suddenly pulled it tight. Kagome winced but didn't scream out of pain.
'Kagome!!!' Inuyasha's voice could be heard though the cave.
When he arrived at the spot, Sesshoumaru was already carrying Kagome in his arms and planning to leave the area.
Inuyasha noticed Kouga's body lying on the floor.
'Sesshoumaru, you saved Kagome?' Inuyasha looked at Kagome, but she avoided his gaze and leaned her head against Sesshoumaru's chest; closing her eyes.
Sesshoumaru noticed this. 'Inuyasha, Kagome is wounded, we should return to the castle.' he said to break the tension between the two.
He started to walk out of the cave.
Inuyasha nodded and followed Sesshoumaru.
~*~*~*~
Back at the castle, Sesshoumaru tended Kagome's wound and brought her to her room. He left the room after Kagome fell asleep.
Inuyasha was standing in the hall near her room. 'How is she?' he asked her brother as he came out of her room.
'Asleep.' Sesshoumaru answered. After a short silence, he turned to Inuyasha. 'What had happened when I was away?' he asked, knowing that there was something not right between her brother and Kagome.
Knowing that he could not escape this question, Inuyasha began telling everything from the moment Sesshoumaru left the castle.
~*~*~*~
'I see...' Sesshoumaru responded after hearing the whole story.
At the same time, Kagome had awakened from her sleep. She opened her eyes and sat up, her head leaning against the wall. Oh right, Sesshoumaru rescued me and carried me here...he also bandaged my arm.
She touched her wounded arm. Why isn't he coming to see me? Doesn't he care about me? She clutched her heart.
Why does my heart hurt so much when I think about him... Kagome suddenly stopped thinking when she heard Sesshoumaru's voice coming from the hall.
'Are you having feelings for her?'
Sesshoumaru and Inuyasha? Kagome thought as she silently got out of bed and sat down near the door to follow their conversation.
'What did you find out about her?' Inuyasha asked, not knowing why he was trying to change the subject. He only knew that he couldn't answer the question.
'After hearing your story, I'm definitely sure that the information that I've gathered is true.' Sesshoumaru leaned against a wall. 'During my travel, I've found out about a very interesting prophecy.'
Are they talking about me? Kagome thought as she continued to eavesdrop.
'The prophecy goes like this:' Sesshoumaru continued.
With a Serenade, she can control the waters of protection.
With a Requiem, she can heal the wounds of death.
With a Nocturne, she can soothe the earth of destruction.
With a Prelude, she can clear the skies of hope.
When this world is on the verge of dying, a maiden of another world will appear.
With the voice of four souls, she possesses the power to change the future of this land.
'That must be Kagome, I knew she was different.' Inuyasha interrupted.
'The prophecy doesn't stop here, it's the following part that worries me.' he continued.
A duet will be sung, side-by-side.
Hate will compose the songs the Death and Destruction.
Love will bare the tones of Life and Healing.
Only a solo shall survive...
Unless...
They're really talking about me...this prophecy...a duet? What does it mean? Kagome wondered.
'Unless...what?' Inuyasha asked.
'Unfortunately, the prophecy stopped here.' Sesshoumaru looked outside the window. 'Despite my efforts, the prophecy was too old to be remembered by people of this world.'
'But what does the lower part mean? Inuyasha thought out loud. Sesshoumaru turned at looked at him. 'Inuyasha, I'll ask you one more time. Are you having feelings for Kagome?'
Inuyasha was shocked to be confronted by that question again. 'I...euhm...' he stuttered. Dammit, why is he suddenly asking me that question? I don't even know it myself!
'Answer me!!' he demanded.
'No, I don't have any feelings for Kagome.' Inuyasha finally answered. 'I'm only protecting her because you told me to and because she's the one who can save our world.'
'I see...' Were the only words Sesshoumaru spoke before he walked away; down the halls.
Inuyasha just stood there for a moment. Am I really feeling nothing towards her? Then what's this uneasy feeling in my heart? He started to walk away to his own room. I worry too much... I should stop thinking about this...
-- Inside Kagome's room --
Tears were rolling down her cheeks. Her head leaned against the wall. Her hand clutched her heart. M-my heart...aches. T-this pain is killing me. Kagome walked to the balcony, she looked at the clear sky. When did I start caring about him so much? She was crying. But it doesn't matter...I can't stay here anymore... She climbed on the balustrade of the balcony and jumped into the forest.
Inuyasha's words were still repeating themselves in her mind.
'I'm only protecting her ... because she's the one who will save our world...because you told me so...'
It was stabbing Kagome's heart like knives, over and over again as she ran through the forest. I have to run as fast as I can, before the sun rises again.
~*~*~*~
Kagome was tired of running after a while and sat down, leaning against a tree. A-am I just a tool? She buried her head in her arms, which were resting on her knees, sobbing.
'I've finally found you...' A man appeared in front of her. Kagome quickly looked up, her eyes widened.
The man wore a baboon pelt that covered the lower half of his body. She quickly stood up. 'Naraku!!!'
'Glad you still remember me, for there hasn't been a single day that I have forgotten about you, since you disappeared in the well.' Naraku approached her.
Kagome wanted to run away, but she stopped as Naraku spoke again.
'Run? Where to? Surely, you're not planning to go back to the castle, are you?' He chuckled.
Kagome collapsed to her knees. He's right, I don't have any place to go now...not after...' She clutched her heart.
'It hurts, doesn't it?' Naraku knelt beside her. 'I can take it away for you, if you want.'
Kagome looked up at him. 'Why would you...you murderer!' She spat in disgust.
'Because I need you, my dear Kagome.' he touched her hand. 'I need you by my side, as my queen.'
Kagome hesitated, but quickly jerked her hand away. 'You lie!! You only need me for my powers. You're just as hateful as they are!!' she yelled, covering her face with her hands and started to cry again.
'Well, suit yourself.' Naraku stood up and started to walk away. 'I'm not the one suffering a heartache at the moment. I can wait another 2000 years for my chance to come.' Naraku looked over his shoulder at Kagome. 'The question is rather...can you bear the pain for the rest of your life?' With this he turned his head and continued to walk away.
'Why don't you accept his offer? A voice spoke to Kagome's mind.
'Dare...?' Kagome asked.
Well, let's just say, your other self is talking to you...don't change the subject...why don't you just accept Naraku's offer? The voice continued.
'I-I can't...he'll use my powers for evil purposes. This world will not be spared and Inuyasha...' Kagome couldn't finish her sentence.
Who cares what happens to this world. You were only healing it to make him happy, but he isn't grateful at all and look what he has done to you!!
Look girl, you have suffered enough already. Why don't you rest for a while and let me OUT already!!
Kagome became silent. She clutched her heart again. 'It hurts... it really hurts'
Dakara... I'm telling you to accept his offer!!
Kagome turned to look at Naraku, who had almost disappeared into the forest. 'W-wait.' Kagome suddenly spoke. Naraku stopped walking and turned around.
Kagome slowly stood up and walked towards him. Please forgive me... I just want this pain to stop. She stood still in front of Naraku. 'I...I accept your offer.' She looked into his eyes.
'Good... you've made up your mind, now close your eyes.' He slightly smiled. Kagome did as she was told.
Naraku slowly leaned closer to her and suddenly placed his lips on hers.
Kagome's eyes shot wide open in shock and raised her hands to his chest to push him away but her body went limp before she could do so and her hands rested on his chest.
Her eyes slowly closed again.
-- In Kagome's mind --
All became dark in Kagome's mind. Kagome fell on her knees. 'Why...why doest my body feels so heavy?' She collapsed to the floor. 'T-the pain...finally...stopped...' She mumbled before she fell into a deep, deep sleep.
A shadow appeared out of the darkness. 'Rest, my dear Kagome, you have already suffered too much.' the shadow spoke as it approached Kagome.
The shadow came into the light and became visible.
It turned out to be Kagome herself, but she looked different than the one who's lying on the floor. This Kagome looked a lot more confident, almost evil if you looked more closely. She was dressed in a long pitch-black gown.
The most distinct feature lay in her eyes. They were gray now, with slit pupils, like a cat. She smirked.
'I have slept for 15 long years already.' She stretched her arms. 'Now it's payback time...'
[AN: As you can see, Kagome has two different personalities. I have represented these personalities with two different Kagome's in her mind. This also explains why Inuyasha could hear her talking to his mind. It was actually the Kagome in her mind who was talking to him ^-^... I hope you're not confused...]
-- Back to the real world --
As Naraku pulled away from the kiss, Kagome's body collapsed to his chest. She was unconscious.
'Kukuku, she's mind now, finally mine...!!' Naraku chuckled, as he looked at the Shikon no Tama that Kagome wore around her neck.
It was completely black...
-- At the castle --
'Kagome!!' Inuyasha cried as he shot up from his bed. Sweat drops flowed on his forehead. He panted heavily as he wiped his forehead.
What is this ominous feeling? Inuyasha thought as he clutched his heart.
Oeeeeeehhhh, what will happen next? What will de alternate Kagome do after she woke up from her 15 years of sleep and is now finally in charge of Kagome's body and mind? Look forward to the next chapter: The dark Kagome
PS: I have two big test coming up the coming week so I can't post the next chapter before 4th July, unless I get 50+ reviews... I think I'll make an exception and post it right away ^-^!! No I'm serious... if you readers manage to give me 50+ reviews (not all from the same reviewer!!) I will post 'The dark Kagome' right away!! I will definitely keep my word. Not too hard I guess... since it's already 33 at the moment ^-^!
Vocabulary:
Dare...?: Who is it?
Dakara...: That's why...
Like it? Love it? Hate it? Please review!! Without reviews... I won't continue this story... I will lose inspiration... I will lose motivation... I will... *begging on her knees* pleeeeeaaaassseee review... pretty pretty please !! ^-^
The more the better!! The more the sooner I will post next chapter!!
You know... I'm really wondering how many people have been following or reading my story... since not everybody is likely to review after reading... because if this one is attracting a lot of readers, I might consider writing a Sess/Kag story.
Euhm... since I'm not good at lemon, I won't write lemon fics. I'm still a beginner you see... *blushes*. But I will read more fics to improve myself!
Lots of greets,
~Kittymui~
Posted: 29 June 2003
Last Edited: 29 June 2003
