AN: Thanks to those that reviewed! I know that I posted it late. What time are you usually on FF.net? E-mail me so that I can post chapters when you are on. A great deal, ne? Well, I do not believe that they should suddenly fall madly in love with each other. It's just toally out of character for Sesshy. Sorry, I like developed relationships anywhas. And what deserves more time than a Kag/Sess realtionship? Well, don't know where this is going, but please review! Any suggestions are appreciated dearly! Remember to torure Jaken once everyday!

A TWIST OF FATE*~CHAPTER 3

"You have a family somewhere, do you not, wench?"

Family.. In all of this, she had forgotten about her grandpa, Souta, her mother. A shock of pain spread through her. What would they do if she died? She couldn't leave them. She wanted so bad to disappear from the earth. But what about her family? She could not die and leave them. She wouldn't.

She really hadn't cared. Until he mentioned her family. The human finally remembered that she had something to lose. He smirked. It made things so much more interesting when they didn't want to die. He had nothing to lose with her death. He had everything to gain.

"Pray that they will not miss you too much." An evil smirk crossed her face. But as he was about to slit the vein on her neck, a new look formed in those expressive eyes. It was her old, familiar look.

"Inu Yasha won't come. You won't benefit from my death."

"I would have the pleasure of seeing you die." It was true. Sometimes he enjoyed the killing. The fact that he could take a life so easily kept him aware of his power.

"But, would you ever have the pleasure of holding the tetsusaiga?"

Sesshoumaru was slightly taken aback, Kagome could see it in his eyes even though his face portrayed no expression whatsoever.

"But then again..if you do not wish for the tetsusaiga, go ahead. Kill me. But..if you were to kill me, which I would not put past you…" A smirk. "..then your chances of claiming the tetsusaiga will drop tremendously." There was something weird about the expression in his eyes. Jackpot!

She was smart, this human. She had more sense than he had accredited her with. She understood her position and had taken the offensive.

"Continue."

She faltered for a second. He could see it in her face. She had not fully expected her plan to work. But she corrected herself almost immediately.

"So…I have a proposition for you. You want your father's fang, and I want revenge…"

"Go on." His attentiveness was making her unconfortable. His eyes were locked on hers in an unending, blank stare.

"I could help you. And in return, you could help me." She was definitely a sharp thing for being a low human. "I…you…well…"

"My patience is running low, wench. Tell me what you will, but do it quickly, the more quickly I may kill you."

She was losing composure. No. I won't let him scare me! I won't be scared by some guy with stripes, wearing a kinmono! She knew what to say.

"Inu Yasha may not be interested with me now, but he knows me. And the others would be glad of my return. Trusting people are easily manipulated."

Intriguing indeed! He had not known her to be such a person to easily turn on her friends. Maybe there is help for some humans yet. He mused. She was a fascinating character indeed. No, she is a mere human. She would not..

She smiled. She was getting somewhere.

"They would easily play into my hands. I'm so sorry Shippou! It would simply a few choice words, and they would invite me back with open arms . And as for Inu Yasha, he is just as easily manipulated. He does not care for me, but I was a companion of his for a long time. He will still trust me. A sword would be easy to extract from a sleeping hanyou, when they do not suspect a friend."

She was serious. What had his idiot half-brother done to make such a cheerful woman so bitter. It amused him. But there was no doubt in his mind that she could be lying. Still..

"And why should I ally myself to the like of you, human? Could I not, just as easily, take it from him by force?"

This time she was ready.

"Oh..do you really believe that Inu Yasha would give up his treasured sword so easily. He will fight."

"He is but a weak hanyou, no different than humans." With that, his face came even closer to hers. His yellow eyes bored into hers. She felt like he could read her soul. His gaze was taking a horrible effect on her. Merely a look from him gave her a sinking feeling..let alone..no. She would finish what she started.

"He may be a hanyou, but he is a strong one at that. You, yourself have lost battles with him before. He will not give up easily, surely you know that, Sesshoumaru-sama." She spat out the last few words.

He was mere centimeters away from her now.

"Do not take me for granted, young wench. Sesshoumaru is not easily beaten." he was growling in her ear now, his hand gripping her hair, pulling her head towards him.

"Neither is his half-demon brother." Kagome was shaking now. She had held her composure for quite a while.

"I am impressed, miko." She shivered at the brush of his lips against her ear. "You are brave." he whispered. "But a fool. You do not realize your current position. I could kill you this instant before you knew what hit."

"If you were going to kill me, Sesshoumaru-sama, you would have done it a long time ago."

"He yanked her hair, pulling her face back from his. He glared at her. Into her eyes. She had a look of indifference that reminded him much of himself. She was good. She was learning quickly, yet her eyes still potrayed traces of expression.

"It is still doable."

"Then why don't you do it?"

"I accept your proposition." He stared at her eyes, looking for emotion. There was a trace of relief. He should not give her so much credit. "I will call on you when the time comes. In the meanwhile, do not allow yourself to be killed. I do not appreciate the termination of a contract."

Kagome caught a flash of white and with that, he was gone into the woods, leaving Kagome alone to contemplate what she had gotten herself into.

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Well, what do you guys think? Angsty huh? Well, hope you like it. I know it was short, but I thought it was a good cut-off point. Please review and give me any suggestions! Rmember to sit Inu yasha at least once a day.

FireTiger: kagome may be really lost right now, but she's not dumb. In fact, quite the opposite! ^^

Beth: Thanks! That was too kind of you. *eyes water* I love compliments!

An-Dawg17: Wait, and your wishes may come true! ;-)

E.L.E.G.A.N.T.: let me clear some things up…yes, Inu yashsa is with Kikyo and yes she can sense shards, but Kagome still has shards that Inu Yasha will want. As for the tetsusaiga, Kagome does not wish to be killed by Sesshy. She's bargaining for her life, not to mention..deep down, I think she wants revenge on Inu. ^^ Hope I answered all your questions!

Lilfrozenfire: Glad you like it so far! I'll try to e-mail you when I update!

Poet-dramer: I love your reviews! They're always so nice! They make me feel like I'm actually a decent writer. Thanks a bunch! Glad Sesshy and Kag are in character. J

Mala: Glad you like giving compliments, 'cause I like getting them! (I think everyone does) Glad you thought chappy two was interesting. ^^

Sapphire(): I think everyone wants Inu to pay ^^() Well, don't worry, he'll get what's coming!