A/N: It's me again! *hehe* I hope you like this story, cause I'm working
hard on it. Role-playing and writing stories is tough! But hey, when you're
devoted, you get it done, right?! Anyway, I really don't have anything else
to say... just sit back and enjoy this chapter, and tell me what you think
by reviewing!
Chapter 8: The Shikkon no Tama Completed
"Darn him! Why did he have to leave me alone?!"
Kagome stood angrily as the medicine she took began to take affect. It was clearing up her fever, and giving back her strength.
"He's more than half demon, I'll tell ya that!"
She walked over to the wall of the hut where her weapons were placed.
"I'll teach him a much deserved lesson!"
Picking up her bow and arrows, she readied her bow to be shot. She turned towards the rock and smirked,
"You thought you could hold me in here? Sorry pal... all you did was earn yourself a nice row of 'sits'."
A gleam of anger and joy flashed in her eyes as she let the arrow go. It glided through the air winsomely, hitting her target easily (how could she miss a large boulder? ^_^;;) The rock instantly shattered in contact with her sacred arrow. She covered her head as several pebbles flew in the air, scattering in all directions.
"Bulls eye! Now, time to find that hanyou and teach him a lesson!"
She giggled in satisfaction as she raced out of the hut, swaying slightly from still feeling somewhat ill. She may have taken some medicine, but it didn't get rid of her illness entirely. She still felt a little tired and nauseated to her stomach, but that wouldn't stop her from finding him.
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"Naraku! I've had enough of this meaningless charade! It's time to end it now."
A flame of anger flickered in his amber eyes as he thundered forward, holding his Tetsusaiga before him.
"The sword is different somehow."
"Yeah, it's got the power of my brother in it, you know, the one you helped kill. He's more than ready to send your sorry ass out of here! Eahh!"
He took a leap forward and swung, nearly missing him by a hair.
"I see you've gotten stronger, but apparently not strong enough."
His eyes widened as Naraku appeared before him, an evil smirk spread across his face.
"Let me wipe that look off for you!"
He took another swing, but resulted in the same problem. However, this time Naraku took a chance to attack. As Inuyasha was bringing his arms down from his swing, before he could take a breath, Naraku sent him sailing across the dirt with one hit. He gasped in pain as he slowly came to a halt. As his head rose, Naraku's cold glare was there to meet him.
"I do believe this ended too quickly. I thought you were worth more... too bad."
"Don't be so sure."
Inuyasha smirked as his guided his claws through Naraku's gut.
"Looks like you're the one who ended too quickly."
"You think a mere scratch will end my life? Think again."
"S-scratch? Don't yo... ugh..."
He gasped once more as a blow was given to his face. His eyes winced in pain as he tried to move, shifting from the demon's grip.
'It won't end like this, no way!'
"Forget it!"
His legs rose to his chest as he leaned into the earth, giving him a better chance to get rid of the youkai. With one strong push, his feet kicked at Naraku, setting him free from his grip and causing Naraku some surprise. He did a back flip in the air and landed gracefully several feet away from him.
"Don't think you can take me so easy! I will destroy you, no matter what it takes."
He took his sword and held it in a defensive position, preparing for any of the demon's attacks.
"Don't get too arrogant, that's how most people bring death upon them. Let's see, isn't that how your brother, Lord Sesshomaru lost his life? He was too emphatic with Soiro, and that brought upon him his own demise. Do you wish to end the same way? I would take joy in that. Seeing two pathetic, mangy mongrels go down the same way would be the highlight of my day."
As each word spilled from his lips, another explosion of anger burst within Inuyasha's soul. If you looked close enough, you could see a violent storm of a raging fire blazing deep within his amber eyes. Each spark grew more deadly with each vile word.
"And that priestess... I do believe she will meet her end today as well. Not just Kikyo, but the other child. The reincarnation of Kikyo, supposedly a human with sacred powers and the ability to purify the jewel, yes, she will perish as well. Her life will end, but it won't be my fault. Her life will end because yo-"
His voice was instantly cut off when a sharp blow was given to the back of his head. He gazed as the hanyou stood before him, so it couldn't have been him. He slightly turned around and saw the monk.
"Miroku, get away from there!"
"Ahh, Miroku... if it isn't the miserable monk I put a curse on years ago. I see it hasn't devoured you yet, but I assure you that your death will come soon, sooner than you had expected."
One of his vine like things emerged from his arm as his other hand gripped his neck.
"I don't like people meddling in my business. You will die for interrupting our conversation."
His deadly weapon moved forward, inches from slicing his throat. Before it reached him, another sharp pain traveled through his back.
"Hiriakotsu!"
Sango had awakened from passing out, and was ready to fight. She sent her boomerang towards Naraku, hitting him dead center in the back.
"Try to escape that."
A smirk spread across her face as the boomerang returned to her hand, a little bit of blood smeared across the weapon. She watched as he dropped Miroku, turning towards her.
"Do you pathetic humans not understand? I said not to intervene in my business!"
A large cloud of miasma shot from his body, engulfing the land quickly. Both Miroku and Sango covered their mouths, trying to avoid the vapors. Shippou, Rin, and Jaken were shielded by his fox fire, and Inuyasha just simply stood within it all, his eyes raving with fury.
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"Where did Inuyasha go? He has to be around here somewhere. I can sense his jewel shards, but barely."
Her eyes gazed into the sky, and suddenly froze. A horrifying sight glided through the air, heading towards a darkened area.
"Kikyo's youkai. That must mean Inuyasha is over there, in that dark place. Hmph, now it's time to settle the score buster!"
She stormed towards the direction in which the demons were traveling, not realizing she was heading straight into battle.
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Inuyasha watched as the vapors slowly disintegrated. His eyes were raving with fire as anger continued to explode within his soul. Listening to Naraku talk about his brother was one thing, but when he brought up Kikyo and Kagome, that set him off. He could feel the heat rising in his blood as the anger began to take over. Continuous waves of rage coursed through his body as his skin began to heat from the intense emotions.
~Don't let it take over... if it does, he will win. Fight the demon blood, and show it that you are stronger. When you become a full demon, it takes over you, and you become a vengeful beast. If you are like that, then how can you avenge me?~
His eyes suddenly widened as the familiar voice filled his head. It was deep, yet serious. Could it be him? Could it really be his brother?
~Don't allow the anger to swallow you. If you go with it, you will never return. Your heart and soul will be thrown into eternal hell. Fight the urges Inuyasha, and overcome the desire. Only then, will you be able to defeat him.~
"Like hell that's gonna happen. I'll be too busy trashing him for that to occur."
A smirk covered his face as the anger began to settle. However, there was enough to give him more strength, and he was ready to annihilate Naraku.
"Prepare yourself Naraku, because this is the end."
He raised his sword and charged towards the unsuspecting demon. Within seconds, he was by Naraku's side.
"Miss me?"
He turned just as Inuyasha struck. He gasped in pain as the blade tore through his gut, moving to the left. A large gash was placed in his side as Inuyasha stood back, glaring at him with satisfaction.
"Never turn your back during battle."
A look of anger formed in Naraku's eyes as he moved back, placing his hand over the wound.
"You think my life will end that easy?"
He smirked as a greenish glow covered his hand. Within seconds, his wound was healed, and he was perfectly fine.
"What the... what the heck did you do?"
Inuyasha gasped as Naraku moved forward, displaying no further signs of pain.
"Vexing problem, isn't it? Too bad for you that it will elude you in death."
"Huh?"
His eyes widened in shock as Naraku took a swift step forward and appeared before him. His hand tightened around his neck and held him up, leaving him gasping for air.
"Any last words before your tragic demise?"
"Yeah... uh... why is it that... every time you get someone... you take them... by the neck?"
"Are you questioning my methods of your death? If this does not please, then maybe this will."
He glowered as he tossed Inuyasha into the air with little ease. Suddenly, strands of his hair appeared all around them, tightly holding Inuyasha in place.
"Eh... now isn't this familiar. Did you take this... idea from Yura?"
"Are you mocking me? Just for that your life will end sooner."
One strand of hair moved towards his neck, wrapping around the bare skin. It gradually tightened, making it more difficult to breath.
"Hehehehe, much easier then I had originally presumed."
"No! Inuyasha!"
"Inuyasha, break through the hair!"
Miroku and Sango raced forward, trying to help their friend. Naraku slightly turned and glared at them.
"Silence, I have heard enough!"
With a wave of his hand, a visor of wind useeable to the eye knocked them back, causing cuts to cover their arms. Sango gasped as she crashed to the ground, blood spilling from the wounds created by the wind.
"Inu-Inuyasha."
"Sango! Are you ok?"
She slowly glanced up at met the worried gaze of Rin.
"I'll manage, it's Inuyasha we have to worry about."
Her eyes watched in fear as the demon's pursuit to kill Inuyasha nearly came to an end.
"I bid you farewell Inuyasha. Say hello to Kikyo in the afterlife."
"Eh... you... you b-bastard..."
One of the air sharpened like a needle and grew in size. It was now as round as a deadly blade. Painted along the edges of it was poison, enough to kill a horde of demons with one strike.
"Die, Inuyasha."
"Inuyasha!"
A loud, angered holler was heard from below. All eyes except Naraku's and Inuyasha's gazed at the cause.
"Kagome!"
Shippou raced to her, but came to a halt when she saw the cold look on her face.
"You left me when I wanted to come."
She was so blinded by her frustration, she didn't notice Naraku or the hair that was about to end Inuyasha's life. His head slowly turned as his ears picked up her voice.
"K-Kagome?"
The hair was only inches from his body when a specific word ended up saving him.
"Inuyasha, 'SIT!!'"
The spell was so strong that it broke through Naraku's hairs and sent his body crashing to the ground. It was a painful landing, but he was grateful for it.
Naraku's eyes watched in shock and anger as the maiden approached the hanyou.
'She controlled him with the use of one word, 'sit.' How can this be?'
Confusion flushed over his eyes as the others before him raced to the hanyou's side.
"Kagome, you saved Inuyasha! Kagome?"
Shippou watched as her look of anger changed with tears.
"How come you left me alone? I wanted to come and help you, but you wouldn't let me."
Inuyasha slowly raised his head as the spell wore off. A slight smile was spread across his face.
"T-thank y-you Kagome."
"Huh?"
"Kagome, you saved Inuyasha from Naraku!"
"Good timing Kagome."
Sango placed her hand on Kagome's shoulder.
"If it weren't for you, Naraku would've finished Inuyasha off."
He growled as he rose to his feet.
"Geeze, y-you guys act like I have no strength."
Kagome gazed in shock. It finally hit her; they were in battle with Naraku.
"Oh.... um... sorry."
She gradually turned her head, gazing at the angered demon.
"Naraku!"
"Since you're here, we could use your help."
"Good thing I didn't put my bow down."
"What do you mean?"
"Eheh, I only used it to blast through the rock. But I guess I never put it down when I ran out."
"You seem no longer interested in my presence. I shall end that."
An evil smirk played across Naraku's face as the remaining hairs surrounding the group began to move. Slowly and unnoticeable, they inched towards Kagome, reaching for their goal. He knew that she was carrying the remainder of the jewel shards, and he was ready to take them.
'After fifty years, the Shikkon no Tama shall be reunited in my grasp; and then, I will annihilate that half breed from this life.'
"Lets go!"
"Got it."
Kagome took her bow, preparing an arrow for an attack. Inuyasha and Miroku raced forward, attempting a head to head combat. Sango took a defensive stance in front of Rin and Shippou, making sure they stayed safe.
"Bring it on Naraku!"
"You're arrogance is too much half breed. You make me laugh."
"Feh, shows what you know. You're a half demon yourself, so I wouldn't be talking."
The battle began.
"Show him Inuyasha! You too Miroku!"
"Teach him whose boss!"
Kagome and Sango were cheering them on as their weapons created a light show from all of the sparks flying as they clashed. Miroku was using his staff, and Inuyasha his Tetsusaiga. Blow after blow was inflicted upon the demon. It seemed at the time that they were winning. But it was all just a show so that his other plan could work out.
While the other's attention was directed towards the battle, the hairs continued to close in on them. They were now only feet from their target; Kagome and the shards.
"Come on Naraku, I know you have more than this in you."
Inuyasha swung his sword, slightly grazing the demon's side. The shimmering blade glistened as blood dripped to the ground. To Inuyasha, it appeared that they were winning, but he had no idea of the real situation.
"Take this!"
Miroku jumped over Naraku and smirked,
"You're no match for us."
He took his staff and swung it hard, dealing a critical blow to the demon's shoulder. His eyes winced in pain, but he simply allowed his body to take the attacks.
"Naraku..."
His eyes widened as Inuyasha appeared right before his face, gazing deeply into hellish orbs.
"Listen you, I have no idea what you are up to, and why you aren't blocking our attacks. But I'm telling you this, no matter what you do, we will send you to hell. You will die a miserable death, one so vile that it will make the devil look bad. You will suffer more pain than you have put us through..."
At this time, Inuyasha's eyes were filled with so much anger and hatred that it truly got to Naraku. He actually felt a small spark of fear seeing this look of pure hatred.
"...You have put us through enough... you bastard. I will make certain that your soul will never rest in peace, even after death."
Miroku even stood back, seeing that look in his eyes.
'I've never seen Inuyasha this mad, could his demon blood be getting to him?'
"Now, continue."
He took his left fist and sent it hurdling through the air, striking Naraku in the cheek. A few drops of blood fell from the wound as his body crashed heavily to the ground, his hair falling over his face. Inuyasha stood still for a brief moment, waiting for him to rise.
"Get up, you despicable beast. I'm tired of waiting."
His eyes watched as Naraku's face became visible through his hair. Instead of a look of pain or anger, a pleased expression was showing.
"What the. what are you so damn happy about?"
His eyes widened as he realized that Naraku's gaze wasn't directed towards him, but towards the people behind him.
'Kagome.'
His head quickly shot around, gazing towards his friends. Suddenly, he was able to pick up the sight of Naraku's hairs, and he knew where they were going.
"Kagome!! RUN!!"
It was too late. A loud shriek escaped her mouth as the hair wrapped tightly around her body, carrying her into the air. Sango tried to stop it, but the hair simply sliced through her skin, causing her to drop to the ground in pain. Shippou tried his fox fire, but there was no effect.
"Lady Kagome!"
"Kagome!"
Inuyasha shot forward, but came to a halt when he heard Naraku's baneful voice.
"One more step and I slit her throat."
He watched in horror as a few strands of hair secured themselves around the bare skin of her neck, ready to tighten any second. His eyes gazed in terror as he watched the expression in her eyes. The look tore apart his soul and spirit.
"Inu-Inuyasha... h-help me."
Her voice was raspy as she spoke, barely even audible. Tears began to stream down her cheeks as the hair cut into the skin in her arms. Blood began to trickle down the hair, making it more visible. Seeing this caused anger to explode inside of Inuyasha's soul. He wanted to scream so all of the world could hear his pain. He knew that if something wasn't done, she would lose her life. He could sense that she was still ill, and losing blood wasn't helping any. His eyes closed tightly as his past with Kikyo flashed in his mind. He couldn't lose another her, he wouldn't. He would do everything in his power to save Kagome. He loved her deeply, and losing her would be worse than suffering a miserable death.
"Now, come to me."
Some of the hair wrapped tighter around her neck as her body drifted towards him. Inuyasha wanted to grab her, but the look in Naraku's told him. He knew he would do it too. He had already killed two people he had cared for. He would do it again in an instant.
Kagome was now standing before Naraku, the hairs still wrapped around her body. He grinned in pleasure as he placed his hand upon her cheek.
"You resemble Kikyo more than I first thought. The delicate, yet angered look in your eyes. You are mad right now, mad that Inuyasha isn't saving you, mad that you are standing before me."
"Y-you're wrong. I-I know Inu-Inuyasha w-will save me. S-standing in you're presence... a-and feeling you're v-vile touch m-makes me w-want to vomit."
He growled and covered her mouth with his hand.
"You will learn when to hold your tongue."
Taking his other hand, he placed it on her shoulder and combed it through her hair.
"You now belong to me."
Her eyes widened in pure disgust.
Every word that came from his mouth sent wave after wave of anger coursing through the hanyou's body. He knew that if something wasn't done, his demon blood would set off. Watching him talk to her like that, touch her like that caused fury beyond describing to erupt within him. He tried desperately to stand his ground, but it was almost more than he could handle. His whole body began to shake as the rage attempted to escape, as the fury died to get out. A storm of a hellish fire blazed in his amber orbs, surpassing the deadly fires of hell itself.
Miroku was in the same position. Watching Naraku treat Kagome like that sent wave after wave of pure anger throughout his body. He had heard Naraku's warning, so he knew not to attack. But it took all of his strength and soul to stay back.
Standing behind Sango, who was also in the same state of anger, was Shippou crying a storm of tears. He couldn't stand to watch Kagome treated like that. It tore at his heart and soul. Jaken stood behind Rin, feeling anger within him as well. Rin was in a state of shock, and couldn't believe everything that was going on. Her eyes just gazed at the sight, seeming empty and pained.
"N-not on m-my l-life."
Kagome's eyes narrowed as she spoke. Within seconds, a large orb of light engulfed their bodies. Naraku gasped as the light burned at his skin. Suddenly, the jewel shards carried by both emerged before them, along with the ones carried by the others. They began to glow as if they were pure, safely burning the hairs wrapped around Kagome. When they fell, her body remained in the air. Naraku slowly moved back, watching as the shards grew closer and closer.
"What's going on?"
Inuyasha jumped forward, trying to figure out what was happening. Large waves of wind was transmitted from their bodies, nearly knocking him and the others off their feet. Shippou and Rin jumped into Miroku and Sango's arms as they knelt to the ground, trying to shield from the stinging wind.
"What's happening with the jewel shards?"
"I think that when she triggered her anger, it caused a reaction within the jewel shards. I do believe they are fusing together, completing the sacred jewel."
Sango's eyes widened and gazed forward, trying her best to see through the blinding light.
'The jewel is finally completing itself. Now, my desires will become reality.'
He gradually began to move forward, slightly slowing down from the burning created by the light.
Kagome's body was glowing the same color of the jewel as the shards began to fuse. She held out her hands, the jewel shards floating in them. One by one, the pieces combined, growing larger and larger.
'The Shikkon no Tama, the jewel of Four Souls. Friendship, love, courage, and wisdom; nigimitama, kushimitama, aramitama, and sakimitama, and when they work in harmony, niobi is formed. The jewel is now complete, after all this time.'
A faint smile spread across her face as she leaned forward to grasp the now complete jewel.
"Sorry to disappoint you, but the jewel is mine."
Her eyes widened as Naraku appeared before her, slipping his hand over the jewel. At first, the purity of it began to eat away at his hands. But he took his finger and bit, drawing blood. A single drop fell and covered the jewel, instantly changing the color. Instead of the light, pure, rosy pink, it was now a dark, crimson red.
"The jewel grows more beauty when it is tainted with malice."
A smirk of pure pleasure spread across his face as the jewel absorbed into his body. Within seconds, the light surrounding them turned blood red and sent Kagome's body hurdling through the air.
"Ahhhh!"
"Kagome!"
Inuyasha caught this action and raced forward, catching her body in his arms. He held her gently in his arms, gazing into her face.
"Kagome?"
"Inu-Inuyasha, he has the jewel. Its tainted with malice, its no longer pure."
Her eyes winced in pain as everyone else arrived, gazing into her face worryingly.
"Lady Kagome, are you alright?"
"Kagome, you gave us such a scare!"
Shippou embraced her arm, tears dripping to her skin.
"Oh Shippou, I-I'm fine. W-we need to worry about Naraku though. Now he has the whole jewel, which means we're in trouble."
She slowly began to stand, but fell back from her energy being drained.
"We have to stop him now before he absorbs all of the jewel's power. If that happens, we're doomed."
Inuyasha placed his hands under her arms, carefully helping her up.
"Damn it, what do we do now? We're getting weak, and now he has the jewel. We need more help, but there's no one else."
His eyes narrowed, blazing with anger. He took a defensive stance in front of Kagome. Miroku and Sango quickly joined his side. They watched in horror as Naraku emerged from the remaining light.
"His power has increased dramatically."
"We don't stand a chance against this!"
Inuyasha growled angrily as he gripped his sword tighter.
"Damn, were like sitting ducks!"
He watched as Naraku gazed at them, a look of deadly pleasure and bliss in his eyes.
'Is this the end?'
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A/N: So, was it what you expected? I hope it's getting good! The next few chapters are going to be totally surprising, and good, I hope! I really like how my story is turning out! It's really good when you listen to the right song from the original soundtrack, and then you can picture everything going on like a series of episodes or something!!! *jumps in the air and cheers* I think I had too much soda! *hehe*
The next chapter is called, "A Miko's Sacrifice." Don't jump to conclusions, cause I bet what you're thinking isn't what's going to happen! It's probably going to shock you, cause it shocked me when I thought about it. *hehe* Until next time, have a great day! Ja ne! ^_^
~KittyBell~
Chapter 8: The Shikkon no Tama Completed
"Darn him! Why did he have to leave me alone?!"
Kagome stood angrily as the medicine she took began to take affect. It was clearing up her fever, and giving back her strength.
"He's more than half demon, I'll tell ya that!"
She walked over to the wall of the hut where her weapons were placed.
"I'll teach him a much deserved lesson!"
Picking up her bow and arrows, she readied her bow to be shot. She turned towards the rock and smirked,
"You thought you could hold me in here? Sorry pal... all you did was earn yourself a nice row of 'sits'."
A gleam of anger and joy flashed in her eyes as she let the arrow go. It glided through the air winsomely, hitting her target easily (how could she miss a large boulder? ^_^;;) The rock instantly shattered in contact with her sacred arrow. She covered her head as several pebbles flew in the air, scattering in all directions.
"Bulls eye! Now, time to find that hanyou and teach him a lesson!"
She giggled in satisfaction as she raced out of the hut, swaying slightly from still feeling somewhat ill. She may have taken some medicine, but it didn't get rid of her illness entirely. She still felt a little tired and nauseated to her stomach, but that wouldn't stop her from finding him.
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"Naraku! I've had enough of this meaningless charade! It's time to end it now."
A flame of anger flickered in his amber eyes as he thundered forward, holding his Tetsusaiga before him.
"The sword is different somehow."
"Yeah, it's got the power of my brother in it, you know, the one you helped kill. He's more than ready to send your sorry ass out of here! Eahh!"
He took a leap forward and swung, nearly missing him by a hair.
"I see you've gotten stronger, but apparently not strong enough."
His eyes widened as Naraku appeared before him, an evil smirk spread across his face.
"Let me wipe that look off for you!"
He took another swing, but resulted in the same problem. However, this time Naraku took a chance to attack. As Inuyasha was bringing his arms down from his swing, before he could take a breath, Naraku sent him sailing across the dirt with one hit. He gasped in pain as he slowly came to a halt. As his head rose, Naraku's cold glare was there to meet him.
"I do believe this ended too quickly. I thought you were worth more... too bad."
"Don't be so sure."
Inuyasha smirked as his guided his claws through Naraku's gut.
"Looks like you're the one who ended too quickly."
"You think a mere scratch will end my life? Think again."
"S-scratch? Don't yo... ugh..."
He gasped once more as a blow was given to his face. His eyes winced in pain as he tried to move, shifting from the demon's grip.
'It won't end like this, no way!'
"Forget it!"
His legs rose to his chest as he leaned into the earth, giving him a better chance to get rid of the youkai. With one strong push, his feet kicked at Naraku, setting him free from his grip and causing Naraku some surprise. He did a back flip in the air and landed gracefully several feet away from him.
"Don't think you can take me so easy! I will destroy you, no matter what it takes."
He took his sword and held it in a defensive position, preparing for any of the demon's attacks.
"Don't get too arrogant, that's how most people bring death upon them. Let's see, isn't that how your brother, Lord Sesshomaru lost his life? He was too emphatic with Soiro, and that brought upon him his own demise. Do you wish to end the same way? I would take joy in that. Seeing two pathetic, mangy mongrels go down the same way would be the highlight of my day."
As each word spilled from his lips, another explosion of anger burst within Inuyasha's soul. If you looked close enough, you could see a violent storm of a raging fire blazing deep within his amber eyes. Each spark grew more deadly with each vile word.
"And that priestess... I do believe she will meet her end today as well. Not just Kikyo, but the other child. The reincarnation of Kikyo, supposedly a human with sacred powers and the ability to purify the jewel, yes, she will perish as well. Her life will end, but it won't be my fault. Her life will end because yo-"
His voice was instantly cut off when a sharp blow was given to the back of his head. He gazed as the hanyou stood before him, so it couldn't have been him. He slightly turned around and saw the monk.
"Miroku, get away from there!"
"Ahh, Miroku... if it isn't the miserable monk I put a curse on years ago. I see it hasn't devoured you yet, but I assure you that your death will come soon, sooner than you had expected."
One of his vine like things emerged from his arm as his other hand gripped his neck.
"I don't like people meddling in my business. You will die for interrupting our conversation."
His deadly weapon moved forward, inches from slicing his throat. Before it reached him, another sharp pain traveled through his back.
"Hiriakotsu!"
Sango had awakened from passing out, and was ready to fight. She sent her boomerang towards Naraku, hitting him dead center in the back.
"Try to escape that."
A smirk spread across her face as the boomerang returned to her hand, a little bit of blood smeared across the weapon. She watched as he dropped Miroku, turning towards her.
"Do you pathetic humans not understand? I said not to intervene in my business!"
A large cloud of miasma shot from his body, engulfing the land quickly. Both Miroku and Sango covered their mouths, trying to avoid the vapors. Shippou, Rin, and Jaken were shielded by his fox fire, and Inuyasha just simply stood within it all, his eyes raving with fury.
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"Where did Inuyasha go? He has to be around here somewhere. I can sense his jewel shards, but barely."
Her eyes gazed into the sky, and suddenly froze. A horrifying sight glided through the air, heading towards a darkened area.
"Kikyo's youkai. That must mean Inuyasha is over there, in that dark place. Hmph, now it's time to settle the score buster!"
She stormed towards the direction in which the demons were traveling, not realizing she was heading straight into battle.
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Inuyasha watched as the vapors slowly disintegrated. His eyes were raving with fire as anger continued to explode within his soul. Listening to Naraku talk about his brother was one thing, but when he brought up Kikyo and Kagome, that set him off. He could feel the heat rising in his blood as the anger began to take over. Continuous waves of rage coursed through his body as his skin began to heat from the intense emotions.
~Don't let it take over... if it does, he will win. Fight the demon blood, and show it that you are stronger. When you become a full demon, it takes over you, and you become a vengeful beast. If you are like that, then how can you avenge me?~
His eyes suddenly widened as the familiar voice filled his head. It was deep, yet serious. Could it be him? Could it really be his brother?
~Don't allow the anger to swallow you. If you go with it, you will never return. Your heart and soul will be thrown into eternal hell. Fight the urges Inuyasha, and overcome the desire. Only then, will you be able to defeat him.~
"Like hell that's gonna happen. I'll be too busy trashing him for that to occur."
A smirk covered his face as the anger began to settle. However, there was enough to give him more strength, and he was ready to annihilate Naraku.
"Prepare yourself Naraku, because this is the end."
He raised his sword and charged towards the unsuspecting demon. Within seconds, he was by Naraku's side.
"Miss me?"
He turned just as Inuyasha struck. He gasped in pain as the blade tore through his gut, moving to the left. A large gash was placed in his side as Inuyasha stood back, glaring at him with satisfaction.
"Never turn your back during battle."
A look of anger formed in Naraku's eyes as he moved back, placing his hand over the wound.
"You think my life will end that easy?"
He smirked as a greenish glow covered his hand. Within seconds, his wound was healed, and he was perfectly fine.
"What the... what the heck did you do?"
Inuyasha gasped as Naraku moved forward, displaying no further signs of pain.
"Vexing problem, isn't it? Too bad for you that it will elude you in death."
"Huh?"
His eyes widened in shock as Naraku took a swift step forward and appeared before him. His hand tightened around his neck and held him up, leaving him gasping for air.
"Any last words before your tragic demise?"
"Yeah... uh... why is it that... every time you get someone... you take them... by the neck?"
"Are you questioning my methods of your death? If this does not please, then maybe this will."
He glowered as he tossed Inuyasha into the air with little ease. Suddenly, strands of his hair appeared all around them, tightly holding Inuyasha in place.
"Eh... now isn't this familiar. Did you take this... idea from Yura?"
"Are you mocking me? Just for that your life will end sooner."
One strand of hair moved towards his neck, wrapping around the bare skin. It gradually tightened, making it more difficult to breath.
"Hehehehe, much easier then I had originally presumed."
"No! Inuyasha!"
"Inuyasha, break through the hair!"
Miroku and Sango raced forward, trying to help their friend. Naraku slightly turned and glared at them.
"Silence, I have heard enough!"
With a wave of his hand, a visor of wind useeable to the eye knocked them back, causing cuts to cover their arms. Sango gasped as she crashed to the ground, blood spilling from the wounds created by the wind.
"Inu-Inuyasha."
"Sango! Are you ok?"
She slowly glanced up at met the worried gaze of Rin.
"I'll manage, it's Inuyasha we have to worry about."
Her eyes watched in fear as the demon's pursuit to kill Inuyasha nearly came to an end.
"I bid you farewell Inuyasha. Say hello to Kikyo in the afterlife."
"Eh... you... you b-bastard..."
One of the air sharpened like a needle and grew in size. It was now as round as a deadly blade. Painted along the edges of it was poison, enough to kill a horde of demons with one strike.
"Die, Inuyasha."
"Inuyasha!"
A loud, angered holler was heard from below. All eyes except Naraku's and Inuyasha's gazed at the cause.
"Kagome!"
Shippou raced to her, but came to a halt when she saw the cold look on her face.
"You left me when I wanted to come."
She was so blinded by her frustration, she didn't notice Naraku or the hair that was about to end Inuyasha's life. His head slowly turned as his ears picked up her voice.
"K-Kagome?"
The hair was only inches from his body when a specific word ended up saving him.
"Inuyasha, 'SIT!!'"
The spell was so strong that it broke through Naraku's hairs and sent his body crashing to the ground. It was a painful landing, but he was grateful for it.
Naraku's eyes watched in shock and anger as the maiden approached the hanyou.
'She controlled him with the use of one word, 'sit.' How can this be?'
Confusion flushed over his eyes as the others before him raced to the hanyou's side.
"Kagome, you saved Inuyasha! Kagome?"
Shippou watched as her look of anger changed with tears.
"How come you left me alone? I wanted to come and help you, but you wouldn't let me."
Inuyasha slowly raised his head as the spell wore off. A slight smile was spread across his face.
"T-thank y-you Kagome."
"Huh?"
"Kagome, you saved Inuyasha from Naraku!"
"Good timing Kagome."
Sango placed her hand on Kagome's shoulder.
"If it weren't for you, Naraku would've finished Inuyasha off."
He growled as he rose to his feet.
"Geeze, y-you guys act like I have no strength."
Kagome gazed in shock. It finally hit her; they were in battle with Naraku.
"Oh.... um... sorry."
She gradually turned her head, gazing at the angered demon.
"Naraku!"
"Since you're here, we could use your help."
"Good thing I didn't put my bow down."
"What do you mean?"
"Eheh, I only used it to blast through the rock. But I guess I never put it down when I ran out."
"You seem no longer interested in my presence. I shall end that."
An evil smirk played across Naraku's face as the remaining hairs surrounding the group began to move. Slowly and unnoticeable, they inched towards Kagome, reaching for their goal. He knew that she was carrying the remainder of the jewel shards, and he was ready to take them.
'After fifty years, the Shikkon no Tama shall be reunited in my grasp; and then, I will annihilate that half breed from this life.'
"Lets go!"
"Got it."
Kagome took her bow, preparing an arrow for an attack. Inuyasha and Miroku raced forward, attempting a head to head combat. Sango took a defensive stance in front of Rin and Shippou, making sure they stayed safe.
"Bring it on Naraku!"
"You're arrogance is too much half breed. You make me laugh."
"Feh, shows what you know. You're a half demon yourself, so I wouldn't be talking."
The battle began.
"Show him Inuyasha! You too Miroku!"
"Teach him whose boss!"
Kagome and Sango were cheering them on as their weapons created a light show from all of the sparks flying as they clashed. Miroku was using his staff, and Inuyasha his Tetsusaiga. Blow after blow was inflicted upon the demon. It seemed at the time that they were winning. But it was all just a show so that his other plan could work out.
While the other's attention was directed towards the battle, the hairs continued to close in on them. They were now only feet from their target; Kagome and the shards.
"Come on Naraku, I know you have more than this in you."
Inuyasha swung his sword, slightly grazing the demon's side. The shimmering blade glistened as blood dripped to the ground. To Inuyasha, it appeared that they were winning, but he had no idea of the real situation.
"Take this!"
Miroku jumped over Naraku and smirked,
"You're no match for us."
He took his staff and swung it hard, dealing a critical blow to the demon's shoulder. His eyes winced in pain, but he simply allowed his body to take the attacks.
"Naraku..."
His eyes widened as Inuyasha appeared right before his face, gazing deeply into hellish orbs.
"Listen you, I have no idea what you are up to, and why you aren't blocking our attacks. But I'm telling you this, no matter what you do, we will send you to hell. You will die a miserable death, one so vile that it will make the devil look bad. You will suffer more pain than you have put us through..."
At this time, Inuyasha's eyes were filled with so much anger and hatred that it truly got to Naraku. He actually felt a small spark of fear seeing this look of pure hatred.
"...You have put us through enough... you bastard. I will make certain that your soul will never rest in peace, even after death."
Miroku even stood back, seeing that look in his eyes.
'I've never seen Inuyasha this mad, could his demon blood be getting to him?'
"Now, continue."
He took his left fist and sent it hurdling through the air, striking Naraku in the cheek. A few drops of blood fell from the wound as his body crashed heavily to the ground, his hair falling over his face. Inuyasha stood still for a brief moment, waiting for him to rise.
"Get up, you despicable beast. I'm tired of waiting."
His eyes watched as Naraku's face became visible through his hair. Instead of a look of pain or anger, a pleased expression was showing.
"What the. what are you so damn happy about?"
His eyes widened as he realized that Naraku's gaze wasn't directed towards him, but towards the people behind him.
'Kagome.'
His head quickly shot around, gazing towards his friends. Suddenly, he was able to pick up the sight of Naraku's hairs, and he knew where they were going.
"Kagome!! RUN!!"
It was too late. A loud shriek escaped her mouth as the hair wrapped tightly around her body, carrying her into the air. Sango tried to stop it, but the hair simply sliced through her skin, causing her to drop to the ground in pain. Shippou tried his fox fire, but there was no effect.
"Lady Kagome!"
"Kagome!"
Inuyasha shot forward, but came to a halt when he heard Naraku's baneful voice.
"One more step and I slit her throat."
He watched in horror as a few strands of hair secured themselves around the bare skin of her neck, ready to tighten any second. His eyes gazed in terror as he watched the expression in her eyes. The look tore apart his soul and spirit.
"Inu-Inuyasha... h-help me."
Her voice was raspy as she spoke, barely even audible. Tears began to stream down her cheeks as the hair cut into the skin in her arms. Blood began to trickle down the hair, making it more visible. Seeing this caused anger to explode inside of Inuyasha's soul. He wanted to scream so all of the world could hear his pain. He knew that if something wasn't done, she would lose her life. He could sense that she was still ill, and losing blood wasn't helping any. His eyes closed tightly as his past with Kikyo flashed in his mind. He couldn't lose another her, he wouldn't. He would do everything in his power to save Kagome. He loved her deeply, and losing her would be worse than suffering a miserable death.
"Now, come to me."
Some of the hair wrapped tighter around her neck as her body drifted towards him. Inuyasha wanted to grab her, but the look in Naraku's told him. He knew he would do it too. He had already killed two people he had cared for. He would do it again in an instant.
Kagome was now standing before Naraku, the hairs still wrapped around her body. He grinned in pleasure as he placed his hand upon her cheek.
"You resemble Kikyo more than I first thought. The delicate, yet angered look in your eyes. You are mad right now, mad that Inuyasha isn't saving you, mad that you are standing before me."
"Y-you're wrong. I-I know Inu-Inuyasha w-will save me. S-standing in you're presence... a-and feeling you're v-vile touch m-makes me w-want to vomit."
He growled and covered her mouth with his hand.
"You will learn when to hold your tongue."
Taking his other hand, he placed it on her shoulder and combed it through her hair.
"You now belong to me."
Her eyes widened in pure disgust.
Every word that came from his mouth sent wave after wave of anger coursing through the hanyou's body. He knew that if something wasn't done, his demon blood would set off. Watching him talk to her like that, touch her like that caused fury beyond describing to erupt within him. He tried desperately to stand his ground, but it was almost more than he could handle. His whole body began to shake as the rage attempted to escape, as the fury died to get out. A storm of a hellish fire blazed in his amber orbs, surpassing the deadly fires of hell itself.
Miroku was in the same position. Watching Naraku treat Kagome like that sent wave after wave of pure anger throughout his body. He had heard Naraku's warning, so he knew not to attack. But it took all of his strength and soul to stay back.
Standing behind Sango, who was also in the same state of anger, was Shippou crying a storm of tears. He couldn't stand to watch Kagome treated like that. It tore at his heart and soul. Jaken stood behind Rin, feeling anger within him as well. Rin was in a state of shock, and couldn't believe everything that was going on. Her eyes just gazed at the sight, seeming empty and pained.
"N-not on m-my l-life."
Kagome's eyes narrowed as she spoke. Within seconds, a large orb of light engulfed their bodies. Naraku gasped as the light burned at his skin. Suddenly, the jewel shards carried by both emerged before them, along with the ones carried by the others. They began to glow as if they were pure, safely burning the hairs wrapped around Kagome. When they fell, her body remained in the air. Naraku slowly moved back, watching as the shards grew closer and closer.
"What's going on?"
Inuyasha jumped forward, trying to figure out what was happening. Large waves of wind was transmitted from their bodies, nearly knocking him and the others off their feet. Shippou and Rin jumped into Miroku and Sango's arms as they knelt to the ground, trying to shield from the stinging wind.
"What's happening with the jewel shards?"
"I think that when she triggered her anger, it caused a reaction within the jewel shards. I do believe they are fusing together, completing the sacred jewel."
Sango's eyes widened and gazed forward, trying her best to see through the blinding light.
'The jewel is finally completing itself. Now, my desires will become reality.'
He gradually began to move forward, slightly slowing down from the burning created by the light.
Kagome's body was glowing the same color of the jewel as the shards began to fuse. She held out her hands, the jewel shards floating in them. One by one, the pieces combined, growing larger and larger.
'The Shikkon no Tama, the jewel of Four Souls. Friendship, love, courage, and wisdom; nigimitama, kushimitama, aramitama, and sakimitama, and when they work in harmony, niobi is formed. The jewel is now complete, after all this time.'
A faint smile spread across her face as she leaned forward to grasp the now complete jewel.
"Sorry to disappoint you, but the jewel is mine."
Her eyes widened as Naraku appeared before her, slipping his hand over the jewel. At first, the purity of it began to eat away at his hands. But he took his finger and bit, drawing blood. A single drop fell and covered the jewel, instantly changing the color. Instead of the light, pure, rosy pink, it was now a dark, crimson red.
"The jewel grows more beauty when it is tainted with malice."
A smirk of pure pleasure spread across his face as the jewel absorbed into his body. Within seconds, the light surrounding them turned blood red and sent Kagome's body hurdling through the air.
"Ahhhh!"
"Kagome!"
Inuyasha caught this action and raced forward, catching her body in his arms. He held her gently in his arms, gazing into her face.
"Kagome?"
"Inu-Inuyasha, he has the jewel. Its tainted with malice, its no longer pure."
Her eyes winced in pain as everyone else arrived, gazing into her face worryingly.
"Lady Kagome, are you alright?"
"Kagome, you gave us such a scare!"
Shippou embraced her arm, tears dripping to her skin.
"Oh Shippou, I-I'm fine. W-we need to worry about Naraku though. Now he has the whole jewel, which means we're in trouble."
She slowly began to stand, but fell back from her energy being drained.
"We have to stop him now before he absorbs all of the jewel's power. If that happens, we're doomed."
Inuyasha placed his hands under her arms, carefully helping her up.
"Damn it, what do we do now? We're getting weak, and now he has the jewel. We need more help, but there's no one else."
His eyes narrowed, blazing with anger. He took a defensive stance in front of Kagome. Miroku and Sango quickly joined his side. They watched in horror as Naraku emerged from the remaining light.
"His power has increased dramatically."
"We don't stand a chance against this!"
Inuyasha growled angrily as he gripped his sword tighter.
"Damn, were like sitting ducks!"
He watched as Naraku gazed at them, a look of deadly pleasure and bliss in his eyes.
'Is this the end?'
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A/N: So, was it what you expected? I hope it's getting good! The next few chapters are going to be totally surprising, and good, I hope! I really like how my story is turning out! It's really good when you listen to the right song from the original soundtrack, and then you can picture everything going on like a series of episodes or something!!! *jumps in the air and cheers* I think I had too much soda! *hehe*
The next chapter is called, "A Miko's Sacrifice." Don't jump to conclusions, cause I bet what you're thinking isn't what's going to happen! It's probably going to shock you, cause it shocked me when I thought about it. *hehe* Until next time, have a great day! Ja ne! ^_^
~KittyBell~