Chapter 4: Betrayal
Six months later...
Kikyo waited calmly at the river's edge. It had been her and Inuyasha six- month anniversary. She wore the silver necklace with pride as it dangled back and fourth across her neck. Inuyasha slowly crept up and covered her eyes. Kikyo could tell it was he because of the way he always had his claws manicured.
"Guess who."
Kikyo smile at the question knowing who he was.
"Of course its my one and only love in the world, Inuyasha."
Inuyasha peeked over her shoulder and into the river. The salmon had just started their mating season and started swimming up-stream. Inuyasha often thought about children of his own but he was steadied afraid that they would be treated like he was when he was younger.
"Are you ready?"
Kikyo nodded her head and stood up from the waterfront. Inuyasha gently grabbed her hand and led her out the village. The dirt road winded and twisted down until they reached The Forest of Lost Memories. This particular forest had the ability to recall past forgotten memories from the individual who wanted to remember. Inuyasha had planned to bring Kikyo her so she could meet his mother. Beyond the forest was the glistening wave pool that would reawaken memories once the person stepped in and disrupted the wave pattern. Inuyasha wasted no time and walked into the cold water. His reflection was distorted as the tide pool brought upon memories of his childhood. A sudden flash was seen and Inuyasha appeared on top of the water. The image projected was of a young Inuyasha with long black hair. The figure stepped forward and approached Kikyo. With each step the figure took toward Kikyo, Kikyo took a step backward fearing what it might do to her.
"Its alright Kikyo. I can't hurt you. Just allow it to read you."
Kikyo wondered what he meant by read her but she trusted him with her heart. Kikyo stood still as the water based form stepped towards her. As the figure came face to face with Kikyo, it walked inside her flooding her mind with memories. Visions seemed to last lifetime as she seen when Inuyasha was a young child. She cried when she heard the names he was called when he was younger. She smiled when she saw Inuyasha's mother, who was more beautiful then she could ever have imagined. Then she had seen it and it made her scream. Mrs. Izayoi's body had been lying on the ground, lifeless. Blood spilt was spilt on the floor while tears rippled in the small pool. Inuyasha, who had been watching intently, ran over and caught her right as she was falling. The trauma of his life's memories had been too intense for her and she had fainted. He decided that was enough for to see for now and carried her out the forest and back into the village. People stared as they watched Inuyasha carry Lady Kikyo to the temple. Inuyasha stood by her until she awoke. Kikyo bolted up right and stared at Inuyasha in curiosity.
"How long have I been asleep?"
"For less then an hour. Sunset is almost near so I rushed you home."
"Is it that late?"
"Yes. Also, the villagers were worried about you and they want to enter the temple and see you. I had close off the entrance so you would not be disturbed."
"Thank you. Now I must attend to my duties."
"No I think you should lie down and rest up before you do anything."
"Thank you for your concern but there is much work that needs to be down."
Kikyo's head was racing but she knew that she had to cleanse the temple of evil spirits. Inuyasha disagreed and wanted her to lie down but she refused they continued to argue until Inuyasha stormed out the door and slammed it behind him. Kikyo finally realized she was tired and laid her head down on the bed. The charm could wait until tomorrow.
Kikyo woke up early the next day to attend to her usual chores. After she cleanse the temple and fed the livestock, she and her sister, Kaede, walked up the mountain to tend to the injured thief, Onigumo. Inuyasha had not known about Onigumo because Kikyo feared Inuyasha's jealous outbursts. She kept him in a cave in the mountain and ignored the authorities when they asked of him. Kaede carried a bucket filled with fresh water from the river and Kikyo brought with her bandages to replaced the already dirty ones. The cave on the inside was damp and dark the only source of light was the sun and a sometimes-burning fire. The cave reeked of death and a man lay moaning quietly in agonizing pain on the floor, which was covered by numerous blankets. Kikyo slowly made her way through the cave entrance. A short brief smile had appeared on Onigumo's face. He was in love with Kikyo in the most sick and twisted way imaginable. Disturbing thoughts raced through his mind as she stepped near him. She then gently began to remove his bandages.
"How are you feeling today Mr. Onigumo?"
"The pain is getting worse but it seems to have stopped now that you're here."
Kikyo forced a smile. The thought of his touch repulsed her. Her mind search for images of her and Inuyasha. She quickly came back to here senses as she felt the warm touch of Kaede.
"What's wrong Kikyo?"
Kikyo gazed into the right eye of her little sister. Her mind haunts her daily with the image of her baby sister being. When Kaede was only four, a crow flew overhead and landed on top of the windowsill. Kaede had been studying the arts of healing to become like her sister. The crow flew through the window and perched atop her bed. Kaede had known of the crows' presence but refused to scare it away. The arts had taught her that all living creature should be allowed to chose it own path and decide where should lead itself. The crow had a strange red glow I her eyes. Kaede realized what it meant but it was too late. A deafening scream left the room and was picked up by the ears of her sister Kikyo. She bolted upright interrupting the ceremony and ran towards Kaede's. She had known her all of her life and she had never heard a scream from her like this before. Something was not right. The door was left ajar and Kikyo gasped at what she had seen. Her little sister had been crying on the floor, blood dripping from her right eye. She quickly grabbed and brought he to the altar near the temples entrance. Gasps filled the room as the villagers witnessed blood trails on the floor as Kikyo carried the young girl in her arms. She laid he on the raised platform and examined her right eye. She cried as she came to realize that her sister would never be able to use that eye again. She grabbed some rags from under the altar and wrapped her head with the cloth. Kikyo remembered that day like it was yesterday. Her mind still plagues her with the haunting images of her sister unable to use her eye and that she was not able to help her.
"Nothing, Kaede. Just nothing."
Her thoughts were interrupted as she felt the cold, rough feel of Onigumo's hand. The skin on his hand was chapped and peeling from his extensive burns. She quickly shrugged away the unwanted touch.
"Whatever worry occupies your mind, Lady Kikyo, think less of them. Instead, think only of a way to help cure my wounds."
Kaede was disgusted by the way Onigumo spoke to his sister, as if it was her duty to rehabilitate him. Daily she to her to forget about him, to just let him rot and die like the thief that he is. But both Kikyo and Kaede knew that it was I her oath to help all who needed it even if it did repulse or anger them.
"Okay, Mr. Onigumo."
"Thank you very much Ms. Kikyo."
An ominous grin appeared on Onigumo's face a she rewrapped the thief's bandages. The grin was shortly interrupted by a quick grimace as Kikyo tied the bandages tighter and tighter. Kaede knew better than to trust someone like him His eyes told of a treacherous nature and a tale of betrayal.
The night was cold and damp as Inuyasha sit thinking in the sacred village tree. It had been nearly four days since he had spoke with Kikyo and the thought of her not speaking with him made him mad. The occasional flashes of thunder and strikes of lightning only broke the silence of his thoughts. The sound of them neither scared nor surprised him at all. His was at one with his thoughts, something he had not been for a long time. He knew what he had to do and he had to do it before it was too late. He jump down from the tree and took walk toward the temple. As he walked short raindrops trickled down on him and stuck to his hair. As he neared the temple he smelled a gentle smoke from the side of the mountains. As it was in his nature, Inuyasha decided to investigate it further just in case it was a demon planning to raid the temple. He hopped up the mountain with the grace of a goat and perched atop the cave entrance. He peered inside believing he would see a group of demons around the smoking fire. Instead he saw Kikyo, alone, wrapping the burned Onigumo with fresh bandages for the second time this week. He attempted to sneak up on the two but instead he stepped on a stray branch that not been included with the firewood. Kikyo turned around quickly to see that her love had found her secret cave for the fugitive Onigumo. Onigumo attempted to try and sit up but fell to the ground due to his severe burns. Kikyo knew how Inuyasha would react to seeing her there with him so she wasn't surprised when he ran over and grabbed Onigumo by his bandages.
"What the hell are you doing here? And you, Kikyo, tell me who this guy is? He has the stench of a thief and a lair."
Kikyo tried to express her words but became choked up as Inuyasha lifted him higher off the ground. The Onigumo shook with sheer terror as Inuyasha raised his hand to strike the fallen bandit.
"Inuyasha, stop!"
Kikyo plea towards Inuyasha stopped him in his tracks. He dropped him suddenly as he peered into Kikyo's eyes. Tears flowed down her face as Inuyasha walked toward her with a stance that she had not seen in a long time. Inuyasha had been, without a doubt, serious.
"Who is he, Kikyo? Tell me, now!"
Kikyo again tried to mutter her words but failed to comply.
"Who is he, Kikyo?"
"His name is Onigumo. He is wanted by bounty hunters and is constantly pursued by the authorities. He stumbled into the village about three weeks ago and he asked for sanctuary. You of all people, Inuyasha, should know that it is my job to help any person in need."
Inuyasha paid no heed to her story.
"Wanted, huh. I wonder why I couldn't smell the scent of a rat earlier."
Inuyasha slowly walked up to Onigumo as he struggled to pull himself up to the nearest wall. Inuyasha stood over him with his terrifying stature and began to claw and rip at his bandages. Kikyo winced as she heard the groans and cries of Onigumo. Inuyasha had removed all the bandages that covered his torso and studied the strange markings on his back. His entire body was burned except for the one part of his back, which seemed to have been preserved with the marking of a spider. Inuyasha studied it carefully and turned him back over.
"No wonder I couldn't smell you until now. You body scent has bee covered by burns except for that mark on your back."
Inuyasha stood up and walked toward the entrance of the cave.
"Onigumo, I want you out of here by dawn. Kikyo, I will see you later."
Inuyasha jumped out of the cave and slide down the mountainside. Kikyo quickly went to Onigumos' side and rewrapped his bandages.
"I'm sorry but you are no longer safe here. You must leave before sunrise."
Onigumo stared into her eyes.
"You should come with me. You can do way better than Inuyasha. Anything that you want I can give to you, just name it but I ask that you come with me. I love you more than he ever will."
The words of Onigumo struck Kikyo but she just repeated her warning/
"It is not safe for you here anymore. You must leave before dawn."
Onigumo became frustrated with Kikyo sudden disregard for his feelings but remained calm.
"Let me lie here for tonight. I will be sure to be out of the village before sunrise."
Kikyo nodded her head in agreement and began to walk away.
"I will check in the morning to be sure that you have left."
Onigumo glared at Kikyo but she just bowed at him in a peaceful gesture. Kikyo popped up her umbrella and left the cave. Silence filled the as the thief fumed with anger. He wanted Kikyo and would have her at any cost.
Kikyo again tended to her daily chores of blessing the temple and the villagers. But throughout the day the burden of Inuyasha's feelings and the way he reacted to Onigumo stuck with her. As Kaede prepared her tea, Kikyo lit the altar candles and said the daily prayers. Kikyo felt unlike herself and decided she would finish off today early.
"Kaede, you can take over from her, I'm going to take a walk."
Kaede had never taught a service before but saw how preoccupied she was and nodded yes.
"Don't worry, I will be back soon, I just need to think."
The temple became quiet when Kikyo stepped down and became a loud uproar when she exited. She calmly sipped her tea as she passed the merchants and corner shops. The wind blew softly and her hair shimmered in the sunlight. Her stroll continued until she found herself in the Meadow of Silence. She had named the meadow herself, as this was where she spent most of her time when her studies became too stressful. She decided that she would the rest of the day here. Memories flooded her mind as the meadow whistled with the wind. Her mind again wondered to Inuyasha and all the wonderful times they had together. She finally decided that the only way that the pain in her heart would cease is if she broke it off with him. It was the only way they would both be able to get on with their lives. Kikyo then sensed a dark presence; more powerful than anything she had felt in her life. She turned around numerous times to find the demonic soul. Suddenly, a sharp pain entered her chest as she saw blood spill down her kimono. A bloody hand had pierced her body with the same features as Inuyasha's. The hand was then abruptly pulled from her body and she was pushed to the ground. Her worse fear had just been realized."
"You couldn't just let him leave, could you Kikyo. You had to take that fugitive in and desecrate this sacred village. Now look what you have forced me to do. Now I have to take your life... and the Sacred Shikon Jewel."
Kikyo's eyes lit up. Inuyasha had never been told about the sacred jewel before.
"Who are you? Inuyasha never knew of the sacred jewel. Who are you, impostor?"
A smile appeared across Inuyasha's face. No remorse appeared within him.
"Oh my dear Kikyo, don't you understand. My only goal has been to obtain the Shikon Jewel. You were just an obstacle who was in the way."
"You're a liar. Inuyasha would never try to hurt me."
"Can you really be sure of that?"
The Sacred Jewel appeared in his hand. The pink jewel glimmered in the light as it waved back and forth by the force of the breeze. Silence filled the air but the jewel continued to sway in the wind. Overcome by grief, Kikyo began to cry.
"Don't cry Kikyo. I didn't mean to make it personal. It was just business."
"Don't get it wrong I am not crying because of your betrayal, I'm crying because that I will have to kill you."
"Kikyo, really, do you think you are in any condition to threaten me. However if you believe you can do it, then I welcome you to try."
Kikyo beckoned all her strength to stand up. Blood dripped down her kimono and spilled on the meadow ground.
"I promise, you will die, even if it costs me my life."
"If you feel that is what you must do than that is what you must do. Later."
The figure disappeared without any remnance of him ever being there. Hate glared in Kikyo's eyes. Determination overthrew her pain as she proceeded to back towards the village.
"Believe me Inuyasha, you will die. Nothing will keep me from my revenge for your betrayal."
Six months later...
Kikyo waited calmly at the river's edge. It had been her and Inuyasha six- month anniversary. She wore the silver necklace with pride as it dangled back and fourth across her neck. Inuyasha slowly crept up and covered her eyes. Kikyo could tell it was he because of the way he always had his claws manicured.
"Guess who."
Kikyo smile at the question knowing who he was.
"Of course its my one and only love in the world, Inuyasha."
Inuyasha peeked over her shoulder and into the river. The salmon had just started their mating season and started swimming up-stream. Inuyasha often thought about children of his own but he was steadied afraid that they would be treated like he was when he was younger.
"Are you ready?"
Kikyo nodded her head and stood up from the waterfront. Inuyasha gently grabbed her hand and led her out the village. The dirt road winded and twisted down until they reached The Forest of Lost Memories. This particular forest had the ability to recall past forgotten memories from the individual who wanted to remember. Inuyasha had planned to bring Kikyo her so she could meet his mother. Beyond the forest was the glistening wave pool that would reawaken memories once the person stepped in and disrupted the wave pattern. Inuyasha wasted no time and walked into the cold water. His reflection was distorted as the tide pool brought upon memories of his childhood. A sudden flash was seen and Inuyasha appeared on top of the water. The image projected was of a young Inuyasha with long black hair. The figure stepped forward and approached Kikyo. With each step the figure took toward Kikyo, Kikyo took a step backward fearing what it might do to her.
"Its alright Kikyo. I can't hurt you. Just allow it to read you."
Kikyo wondered what he meant by read her but she trusted him with her heart. Kikyo stood still as the water based form stepped towards her. As the figure came face to face with Kikyo, it walked inside her flooding her mind with memories. Visions seemed to last lifetime as she seen when Inuyasha was a young child. She cried when she heard the names he was called when he was younger. She smiled when she saw Inuyasha's mother, who was more beautiful then she could ever have imagined. Then she had seen it and it made her scream. Mrs. Izayoi's body had been lying on the ground, lifeless. Blood spilt was spilt on the floor while tears rippled in the small pool. Inuyasha, who had been watching intently, ran over and caught her right as she was falling. The trauma of his life's memories had been too intense for her and she had fainted. He decided that was enough for to see for now and carried her out the forest and back into the village. People stared as they watched Inuyasha carry Lady Kikyo to the temple. Inuyasha stood by her until she awoke. Kikyo bolted up right and stared at Inuyasha in curiosity.
"How long have I been asleep?"
"For less then an hour. Sunset is almost near so I rushed you home."
"Is it that late?"
"Yes. Also, the villagers were worried about you and they want to enter the temple and see you. I had close off the entrance so you would not be disturbed."
"Thank you. Now I must attend to my duties."
"No I think you should lie down and rest up before you do anything."
"Thank you for your concern but there is much work that needs to be down."
Kikyo's head was racing but she knew that she had to cleanse the temple of evil spirits. Inuyasha disagreed and wanted her to lie down but she refused they continued to argue until Inuyasha stormed out the door and slammed it behind him. Kikyo finally realized she was tired and laid her head down on the bed. The charm could wait until tomorrow.
Kikyo woke up early the next day to attend to her usual chores. After she cleanse the temple and fed the livestock, she and her sister, Kaede, walked up the mountain to tend to the injured thief, Onigumo. Inuyasha had not known about Onigumo because Kikyo feared Inuyasha's jealous outbursts. She kept him in a cave in the mountain and ignored the authorities when they asked of him. Kaede carried a bucket filled with fresh water from the river and Kikyo brought with her bandages to replaced the already dirty ones. The cave on the inside was damp and dark the only source of light was the sun and a sometimes-burning fire. The cave reeked of death and a man lay moaning quietly in agonizing pain on the floor, which was covered by numerous blankets. Kikyo slowly made her way through the cave entrance. A short brief smile had appeared on Onigumo's face. He was in love with Kikyo in the most sick and twisted way imaginable. Disturbing thoughts raced through his mind as she stepped near him. She then gently began to remove his bandages.
"How are you feeling today Mr. Onigumo?"
"The pain is getting worse but it seems to have stopped now that you're here."
Kikyo forced a smile. The thought of his touch repulsed her. Her mind search for images of her and Inuyasha. She quickly came back to here senses as she felt the warm touch of Kaede.
"What's wrong Kikyo?"
Kikyo gazed into the right eye of her little sister. Her mind haunts her daily with the image of her baby sister being. When Kaede was only four, a crow flew overhead and landed on top of the windowsill. Kaede had been studying the arts of healing to become like her sister. The crow flew through the window and perched atop her bed. Kaede had known of the crows' presence but refused to scare it away. The arts had taught her that all living creature should be allowed to chose it own path and decide where should lead itself. The crow had a strange red glow I her eyes. Kaede realized what it meant but it was too late. A deafening scream left the room and was picked up by the ears of her sister Kikyo. She bolted upright interrupting the ceremony and ran towards Kaede's. She had known her all of her life and she had never heard a scream from her like this before. Something was not right. The door was left ajar and Kikyo gasped at what she had seen. Her little sister had been crying on the floor, blood dripping from her right eye. She quickly grabbed and brought he to the altar near the temples entrance. Gasps filled the room as the villagers witnessed blood trails on the floor as Kikyo carried the young girl in her arms. She laid he on the raised platform and examined her right eye. She cried as she came to realize that her sister would never be able to use that eye again. She grabbed some rags from under the altar and wrapped her head with the cloth. Kikyo remembered that day like it was yesterday. Her mind still plagues her with the haunting images of her sister unable to use her eye and that she was not able to help her.
"Nothing, Kaede. Just nothing."
Her thoughts were interrupted as she felt the cold, rough feel of Onigumo's hand. The skin on his hand was chapped and peeling from his extensive burns. She quickly shrugged away the unwanted touch.
"Whatever worry occupies your mind, Lady Kikyo, think less of them. Instead, think only of a way to help cure my wounds."
Kaede was disgusted by the way Onigumo spoke to his sister, as if it was her duty to rehabilitate him. Daily she to her to forget about him, to just let him rot and die like the thief that he is. But both Kikyo and Kaede knew that it was I her oath to help all who needed it even if it did repulse or anger them.
"Okay, Mr. Onigumo."
"Thank you very much Ms. Kikyo."
An ominous grin appeared on Onigumo's face a she rewrapped the thief's bandages. The grin was shortly interrupted by a quick grimace as Kikyo tied the bandages tighter and tighter. Kaede knew better than to trust someone like him His eyes told of a treacherous nature and a tale of betrayal.
The night was cold and damp as Inuyasha sit thinking in the sacred village tree. It had been nearly four days since he had spoke with Kikyo and the thought of her not speaking with him made him mad. The occasional flashes of thunder and strikes of lightning only broke the silence of his thoughts. The sound of them neither scared nor surprised him at all. His was at one with his thoughts, something he had not been for a long time. He knew what he had to do and he had to do it before it was too late. He jump down from the tree and took walk toward the temple. As he walked short raindrops trickled down on him and stuck to his hair. As he neared the temple he smelled a gentle smoke from the side of the mountains. As it was in his nature, Inuyasha decided to investigate it further just in case it was a demon planning to raid the temple. He hopped up the mountain with the grace of a goat and perched atop the cave entrance. He peered inside believing he would see a group of demons around the smoking fire. Instead he saw Kikyo, alone, wrapping the burned Onigumo with fresh bandages for the second time this week. He attempted to sneak up on the two but instead he stepped on a stray branch that not been included with the firewood. Kikyo turned around quickly to see that her love had found her secret cave for the fugitive Onigumo. Onigumo attempted to try and sit up but fell to the ground due to his severe burns. Kikyo knew how Inuyasha would react to seeing her there with him so she wasn't surprised when he ran over and grabbed Onigumo by his bandages.
"What the hell are you doing here? And you, Kikyo, tell me who this guy is? He has the stench of a thief and a lair."
Kikyo tried to express her words but became choked up as Inuyasha lifted him higher off the ground. The Onigumo shook with sheer terror as Inuyasha raised his hand to strike the fallen bandit.
"Inuyasha, stop!"
Kikyo plea towards Inuyasha stopped him in his tracks. He dropped him suddenly as he peered into Kikyo's eyes. Tears flowed down her face as Inuyasha walked toward her with a stance that she had not seen in a long time. Inuyasha had been, without a doubt, serious.
"Who is he, Kikyo? Tell me, now!"
Kikyo again tried to mutter her words but failed to comply.
"Who is he, Kikyo?"
"His name is Onigumo. He is wanted by bounty hunters and is constantly pursued by the authorities. He stumbled into the village about three weeks ago and he asked for sanctuary. You of all people, Inuyasha, should know that it is my job to help any person in need."
Inuyasha paid no heed to her story.
"Wanted, huh. I wonder why I couldn't smell the scent of a rat earlier."
Inuyasha slowly walked up to Onigumo as he struggled to pull himself up to the nearest wall. Inuyasha stood over him with his terrifying stature and began to claw and rip at his bandages. Kikyo winced as she heard the groans and cries of Onigumo. Inuyasha had removed all the bandages that covered his torso and studied the strange markings on his back. His entire body was burned except for the one part of his back, which seemed to have been preserved with the marking of a spider. Inuyasha studied it carefully and turned him back over.
"No wonder I couldn't smell you until now. You body scent has bee covered by burns except for that mark on your back."
Inuyasha stood up and walked toward the entrance of the cave.
"Onigumo, I want you out of here by dawn. Kikyo, I will see you later."
Inuyasha jumped out of the cave and slide down the mountainside. Kikyo quickly went to Onigumos' side and rewrapped his bandages.
"I'm sorry but you are no longer safe here. You must leave before sunrise."
Onigumo stared into her eyes.
"You should come with me. You can do way better than Inuyasha. Anything that you want I can give to you, just name it but I ask that you come with me. I love you more than he ever will."
The words of Onigumo struck Kikyo but she just repeated her warning/
"It is not safe for you here anymore. You must leave before dawn."
Onigumo became frustrated with Kikyo sudden disregard for his feelings but remained calm.
"Let me lie here for tonight. I will be sure to be out of the village before sunrise."
Kikyo nodded her head in agreement and began to walk away.
"I will check in the morning to be sure that you have left."
Onigumo glared at Kikyo but she just bowed at him in a peaceful gesture. Kikyo popped up her umbrella and left the cave. Silence filled the as the thief fumed with anger. He wanted Kikyo and would have her at any cost.
Kikyo again tended to her daily chores of blessing the temple and the villagers. But throughout the day the burden of Inuyasha's feelings and the way he reacted to Onigumo stuck with her. As Kaede prepared her tea, Kikyo lit the altar candles and said the daily prayers. Kikyo felt unlike herself and decided she would finish off today early.
"Kaede, you can take over from her, I'm going to take a walk."
Kaede had never taught a service before but saw how preoccupied she was and nodded yes.
"Don't worry, I will be back soon, I just need to think."
The temple became quiet when Kikyo stepped down and became a loud uproar when she exited. She calmly sipped her tea as she passed the merchants and corner shops. The wind blew softly and her hair shimmered in the sunlight. Her stroll continued until she found herself in the Meadow of Silence. She had named the meadow herself, as this was where she spent most of her time when her studies became too stressful. She decided that she would the rest of the day here. Memories flooded her mind as the meadow whistled with the wind. Her mind again wondered to Inuyasha and all the wonderful times they had together. She finally decided that the only way that the pain in her heart would cease is if she broke it off with him. It was the only way they would both be able to get on with their lives. Kikyo then sensed a dark presence; more powerful than anything she had felt in her life. She turned around numerous times to find the demonic soul. Suddenly, a sharp pain entered her chest as she saw blood spill down her kimono. A bloody hand had pierced her body with the same features as Inuyasha's. The hand was then abruptly pulled from her body and she was pushed to the ground. Her worse fear had just been realized."
"You couldn't just let him leave, could you Kikyo. You had to take that fugitive in and desecrate this sacred village. Now look what you have forced me to do. Now I have to take your life... and the Sacred Shikon Jewel."
Kikyo's eyes lit up. Inuyasha had never been told about the sacred jewel before.
"Who are you? Inuyasha never knew of the sacred jewel. Who are you, impostor?"
A smile appeared across Inuyasha's face. No remorse appeared within him.
"Oh my dear Kikyo, don't you understand. My only goal has been to obtain the Shikon Jewel. You were just an obstacle who was in the way."
"You're a liar. Inuyasha would never try to hurt me."
"Can you really be sure of that?"
The Sacred Jewel appeared in his hand. The pink jewel glimmered in the light as it waved back and forth by the force of the breeze. Silence filled the air but the jewel continued to sway in the wind. Overcome by grief, Kikyo began to cry.
"Don't cry Kikyo. I didn't mean to make it personal. It was just business."
"Don't get it wrong I am not crying because of your betrayal, I'm crying because that I will have to kill you."
"Kikyo, really, do you think you are in any condition to threaten me. However if you believe you can do it, then I welcome you to try."
Kikyo beckoned all her strength to stand up. Blood dripped down her kimono and spilled on the meadow ground.
"I promise, you will die, even if it costs me my life."
"If you feel that is what you must do than that is what you must do. Later."
The figure disappeared without any remnance of him ever being there. Hate glared in Kikyo's eyes. Determination overthrew her pain as she proceeded to back towards the village.
"Believe me Inuyasha, you will die. Nothing will keep me from my revenge for your betrayal."