Weeeeee! Thank you so much to everyone who reviewed! You make me feel so loved. I know I haven't really explained a lot, but don't worry. All your questions will be answered in due time. I'd rather the story be a bit unpredictable. Anyway, here's chapter 3. Have fun, and sorry for slight out-of-characterness. (That's probably not a word)

*Disclaimer* Own Inuyasha? Yeah... I wish.

CHAPTER 3:

Kagome was sitting by a fountain that had a mermaid in the center. Kagome had always though that the mermaid looked so sad. After all, she was stuck up there, in the middle of the foutain, for all eternity. Sometimes, Kagome felt like that mermaid.

Her reverie was interrupted when someone walked up behind her and wrapped his arms around her neck. Hello Kagome, he whispered.



I know my name, sweet, but I do love to hear you say it. Are you planning on getting ready? We have to go to the club tonight.

I will... Naraku?

Yes, Kagome?

Kagome turned slightly so she could face him. When are you going to let me go back to school?

Naraku's face darkened slightly. I don't think you should be asking that. After all, you ran away from me the other day. That was not wise. I'm not sure if I'm going to let you go back to school.

But Naraku! Kagome protested.

You know there's no point in arguing with me.

Kagome's eyes were filled with tears. But you promised. You promised you'd at least let me finish high school... And I ran away from you the other day because you were scaring me.

I said you could finish high school if you were a good girl, but you haven't been one. You've been a very bad girl. You know better than to run away from me, no matter the circumstances. Naraku leaned forward, wrapping his arms around her, trapping her against his body. You know that you can never escape me. You belong to me, body and soul.

I understand, Naraku. But if I'm good, will you let me go back to high school?

Naraku's smirk turned rather sadistic. Maybe. In any event, there's still time before you have to get ready, so let's go to my room for a little while.

Kagome's eyes widened. she cried, trying to pull away from him. But it was useless. He was much stronger than her. With a trademark he lifted her up and carried her, struggling and weeping, to his room... and his bed.

***

Sesshoumaru did not know what to do or say. The resemblence between this girl and Kagome was frightening.

I won't ask again, she said in an angry voice. What do you know about Kagome?

Fair lady, began Miroku. We shall reveal all, but first, I must ask you something very important.

What's that? she asked, her voice still angry, but Sesshoumaru could see a speck of hopelessness and panic in his eyes that made him wonder.

Will you bear my child?

The girl's eyes flashed. she began. You are not amusing me.

Sesshoumaru stepped swifly in front of Miroku to keep the girl from shooting the monk.

he began, We are not here to fight.

What are you here for? the girl asked.

To find out all we can about Kagome.

Why do you want to find out about Kagome? What is your connection to her?

Sesshoumaru decided to make his connection seem as mild as possible. Well, I'm a friend of hers from school, and she hasn't been there lately. I was getting a little worried.

The girl considered him for a moment. Forget about her. She may be coming back. Then again she may not. Just forget. She turned to go back into the shrine.

Sesshoumaru realized that he had not said enough. I helped her avoid Naraku the other day.

The girl froze. She turned around slowly, her face a mask of sadness and shock. You... know about... Naraku?

Sesshoumaru took a step forward. Not really. But I would like to know what's going on. What is Naraku to Kagome?

The girl stared at him for a moment. Come inside, she said.

***

The shrine was simply, but well-kept. The Kagome-look-alike seemed to have no problem living alone.

Sit down, she said.

Miroku and Sesshoumaru both sat down at the kitchen table. She sat also.

My name is Kikyo, she began slowly. Kagome... is my sister.

Miroku and Sesshoumaru were both shocked. It wasn't that farfetched, considering their identical appearances, but all of Miroku's info said that Kagome's entire family was dead.

Not to be mean, but I was under the impression that Kagome's fmaily was, um... Miroku began.

asked Kikyo.



The rest of them are. I survived, however, and there are reasons my existence had been kept quiet.

Sesshoumaru couldn't contain himself. What exactly are those reasons?

It is not important, Kikyo siad with a wave of her hand. she said, fixing her gaze on Sesshoumaru. Tell me exactly what happened between you, my sister, and Naraku.

Sesshoumaru noticed the way her speech faltered slightly when she said Naraku's name, almost like Kagome had, but not as noticeable. Deciding there was no harm in it, Sesshoumaru quickly relayed his story, leaving out the kiss.

This is not good, said Kikyo, almost to herself. Naraku will be very angry he was unable to find her.

Well. We told our side of the story, said Miroku. Now you will tell yours. What exactly is going on?

It's not important that you know. Please leave, and forget about my sister. You will probably never see her again. Kikyo's eyes had started to blaze. But I will rescue her, she said, more to herself than anyone else. Eventually, when I'm strong enough, I will rescue her. This is all my fault, but she will not have to endure this forever.

We're not leaving, said Sesshoumaru. Is Naraku keeping her prisoner or something?

Kikyo turned to him and studied him for a moment. You do not understand. It is not just a physical bondage. Anyway, there is nothing you can do. Please leave, and forget about Kagome.

I already told you we're not leaving, Sesshoumaru was starting to get aggrivated.

Why do you want to know anyway? Are you in love with her or something?

The question suprised Sesshoumaru, and that moment of hesitation gave Miroku time to put in his two cents worth. Yes, he's head over heels in love with her.

I am not, Sesshoumaru said, thankful that his voice did not display his aggrivation. But the question made him think. Why was he trying to find this girl he barely knew? I am merely curious.

Well, to be blunt, curiosity can get you killed, Kikyo said coldly, rising to her feet. And there is nothing you can do for her anyway. I will not ask again. Leave.

Sesshoumaru knew that he wasn't going to get any information from her, so he stood up as well. Let's go, Miroku.

All right, Sessie. Goodbye, fair lady, Miroku said.

Kikyo froze as she felt something on her bottom. She punched the perverted hacker and he fell to the floor. she said, turning to walk into another room.

Sesshoumaru and Miroku went outside and got in their car.

That was strange, said Miroku. But that girl sure was beautiful.

Sesshoumaru sighed in exasperation. Is that all you ever think about? Anyway, she looks a lot like Kagome.

I know. I found a picture of her. Miroku grinned and then added slighly But this girl is even prettier.

If you think that, you're a fool, said Sesshoumaru.

Ah ha! cried Miroku. I got you! You really do like her!

Sesshoumaru cursed himself for falling into the monk's trap. He rarely even talked to other people, but the hacker could trick even him. It is unimportant. So, what do you think is going on?

Miroku instantly turned analytical. Well, Naraku has obviously imprisoned Kagome in some way, but something else is going on. I wonder what Kikyo meant about it being more than just physical bondage.' Anyway, I hope we'll get some more answers at the club.

I sure hope so. But let's go home first.

Of course, said Miroku. We're not dressed properly.

***

Sesshoumaru walked down the stairs, wearing what he knew girls found attractive. Miroku had approved his clothes, and despite his preversion, he did know how to dress.

As Sesshoumaru sat in the living room, waiting for the hacker, his brother walked in.

Inuyasha usually just ignored Sesshoumaru whenever possible, but when he saw his brother's appearance he stopped. Well, well, well, where are you going? asked Inuyasha.

None of your business, brother. Sesshoumaru said calmly.

Hey, if I want to know, then tell me! cried Inuyasha.

You are impulsive as ever. I am going to a club, but I suggest you keep your nose out of my business.

Inuyasha was quite surprised. His brother... His totally antisocial brother... Was going to a club? What the hell? Was he finally trying to join society? No... Something else was going on here (OMG, is Inuyasha actually... thinking? *runs away in fear*).

Much as he detested going anywhere with his brother, he was curious... Inuyasha said casually. I've got nothing to do tonight, so I guess I'll go with you.

You most certainly will not, said Sesshoumaru.

Oh yeah? And who's going to stop me?

Sesshoumaru rose gracefully to his feet, looking every bit like some predator of the night.

Just then, Miroku walked into the room. He observed and analyzed the situation, then decided to ignore it. Say Inuyasha, he said, We're going to a club tonight. Want to come?

He is not coming, said Sesshoumaru.

I would love to, Miroku, Inuyasha said with a sneer.

Sesshoumaru's voice was cold. We have something important to do, and tagalongs will not help.

cried Inuyasha.

said Miroku. If you want my help in this mess, he comes.

Sesshoumaru all but growled. He couldn't quite believe he was actually letting himself display anger. He was always so calm.

said Inuyasha, but he couldn't help wonder exactly what Miroku was talking about.

***

Kagome sat on her bed, dressed in a very expensive and rather revealing dress, the tears streaming down her cheeks.

The door opened and Naraku walked in, dressed all in black. Hello, sweet. What's wrong?

Kagome just cried harder. Naraku sat beside her and wrapped one arm around her shoulders, running the other down her body, which caused her to shiver slightly.

Are you ready to go? he whispered.

I,I don't watnt to go.

What was that? Naraku's expression darkened.

I, I don't want to go. You don't need me for that. You have everything you want from me... Why do I have to go to the club?

Naraku was furious. He fastened his lips over hers harshly, pushing her struggling body back onto the bed, remembering what they'd done on his bed an hour before.

Don't struggle against me, foolish girl, hissed Naraku. You are utterly mine, and I shall use you for whatever I see fit. There are multiple reasons I want you, as you know, and it is not your place to complain. Don't do it agian, or I may decided to clean up some loose ends I have left untied.

Kagome's eyes widened. You wouldn't... You couldn't mean...

I will kill your sister if you continue to disobey me.

Kagome hung her head, knowing she had been defeated. Okay, Naraku. I shall do whatever you ask.

Good, it's time to to go.


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Oh, poor Kagome. Anyway, I'll update ASAP. I promise more action in the next chapter, but I hope you like this one. Next chapter is at the club. I'll give you lots of good Naraku, Kagome, Sessie, Inuyasha, Miroku, Sango (yup she's in the next chapter), and even more Kikyo. Sorry to those who hate her, she's an important part of the story. And she's not evil. I think there are two Kikyos really. The one displayed for the majority of the manga/anime. That's the vengeful one who wants to kill Inuyasha and is a bitch to Kagome. But before she died she was a nice person, I think. Anyway, the Kikyo in this story is a good guy (er, girl), and she's an interesting mix of hate and love, I think. Anyway, look forward to the next chapter! One more thing, pairings. Ummmm, the only sure one is sess/kag. Okay, there's one more thing too... This story is just getting going. I'm planning to make it pretty long.
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