He Shall be Mine, Sister

An Inuyasha fanfiction written by- RoyalJester

Disclaimer- I do NOT own Inuyasha.

A/n- Wow, thanks everyone for your support!! And I didn't get any flames!! Go me!! Ne who, thank you all so much for enjoying my story!! I do hope this story is to your full expectations. Also, personal thank yous at the end of the chapter.

Error in the last chapter!! I'm too lazy to fix it, but, Kikyou is NOT Ismae's favorite, I just caught that the other day. I apologize. Repeat, Kikyou is NOT Ismae's favorite. That is all.

This chapter- The Lady of the land gives the crown away, Kikyou finds out her dearest friend is no longer here; Sesshomaru comes and stirs emotions with both sisters.

Everyone in the castle stood around the stage, as there above them were the 3 royalties of the North Land. The Lady had a look of pain and agony placed on her face as she glanced to the side of her, where her husband would be but, because of his sudden illness he was lying in bed. Her face was pale and her usual cheery blue eyes were replaced with hatred as she glanced at her eldest daughter who had the skill of a miko – who knew what mikos were taught. The Lady grabbed a silver crown much like her own that was placed on a deep purple velvet pillow as she walked before the two who kneeled on the ground, neither knew who would get the honor of ruling the land.

Then, the sharp coldness of the full silver headband was placed on an individual; the villagers honored enough to enter and the servants of the palace cheered. The one they wanted to rule was chosen. Kagome stood, her smile brighter then ever as she hugged her mother tightly, Kikyou rose slowly as she nodded at her younger sister who passed her a glance and sat down at her new throne. The miko watched her mother who smiled at Kagome and didn't even bother to even simply smile at her little miko. Kikyou turned away as the crowd parted and let her pass, she felt sheltered and alone as no one even seemed to acknowledge her. But she didn't care; the only one who she wanted to be with was her dearest friend.

She glided in the garden that held wild flowers and the most colorful plants in the land, but, this time she paid no hither as she made her way to the hut that was put off away from the castle. She rose an eyebrow as the normal cloud of smoke occupying the sky was not present, and the usual bow and arrows next to the woven door vanished. She flung the woven door open, darting her cold brown eyes around the small room, she noticed her friend was not there. 'Aikiri' she thought as she stepped inside, the woven door swung closed blocking out the sunlight, Kikyou quickly lit a candle as she glanced at her friends cot that was untouched. She had not slept there the night before.

Kikyou sat on the cot as she placed the burning candle onto the table, what could have happened to her? Aikiri was sent to the palace to speak with her mother and father and then...she left? Kikyou rose as she closed her eyes clenching her fists. The only person who ever cared about her...the only one who showed her kindness and love was gone, and she didn't even leave with a good-bye! As Kikyou opened her eyes she couldn't help but wonder what her mother and father must have done. What cruel thing could they have done to her this time? She thought when she glanced at the sad excuse of a table as wood peeled off the table and loose nails hung. Then Kikyou noticed a scroll that laid neatly on the table placed in the center of the cottage, she walked over and picked it up gently, on the scroll was written; My dearest Apprentice.

Kikyou,

I am afraid to say that my duties are needed elsewhere, and since you are now a full miko, I am leaving my duties to you in the palace. I wish you luck and stay strong my dearest friend. No matter what is spoken of you do not show weakness for you are better then them. I am sorry of the news and how you will not be taking the place of your father – but you will live for better reasons. I will see you again my friend, do not doubt this. I know that you speak of how we make our own destinies, then I shall have to force destiny to help us reunite. I give you everything I own.

Aikiri

Kikyou rolled up the scroll and placed it back down on the table, she glanced around the cottage and smiled slightly. 'Aikiri' she thought. 'I thank you for your comforting words.' Kikyou sat on the cot once again as she glanced along the cottage. 'My home' she thought as she lay down on the cot and began to close her eyes as sadness tugged at her heart, this was the most wonderful gift she had ever received. Not that golden necklace laced with jewels, or clothing that could make any rich human or demon yearn for it, but giving her something that the person truly wished for the other to have and use, that was the best gift. She breathed in deeply; the scent of willow and ash overcame her as she thought of her dearest friend as her eyes felt of lead as she suddenly fell asleep.

A figure was placed in her mind as she instantly recognized him, that mysterious man who had gone to her instead of her younger sister. The one who instantly warmed up for heart and caused her to flush - an action that had never occurred before. She could feel his breath and touch as his warm hands cupped her face, his golden eyes full of care and love as he whispered gently a sweet meaning. But then she glanced past him and saw her younger sister who sat on a throne; her smile was twisted as her brown eyes showed that she conquered something. Suddenly, the mysterious man pulled away from her and slowly backed away towards the unoccupied throne placed next to her sister, her heart broke as she watched him place his hand on top of her sisters as he sat on the throne as if he belonged.

She felt a tug as she was pulled away from this nightmare, she shot up, her brown eyes wide as sweat beads fell from her face, her breathing heavy as she thought of him. She sat up from the cot as she noticed the wax of the candle reaching the bottom, as the now dim fire was now a light blue. Slowly she walked over to the woven door as she pulled it back, it was near sundown as she walked outside breathing in the fresh air calming her self down when suddenly, she felt a presence come near. She glanced up in the sky as she watched a figure ride up high on a pink substance.

Her brown eyes darted as she watched him, a full white figure rode up to her as his golden eyes stared at her, her heart began to beat faster as warmth passed over her body. He jumped down onto the ground with ease as the pink substance vanished. The figure took a step forward towards her as he instantly looked over her features. 'It's her' he thought as he remembered her from so long ago, he was surprised he did not see her in those fine clothing he had remembered her in, but she still looked beautiful as dirt smudged her face and her white cotton haori was crinkled from resting, he smirked up at her as she glared at him.

"Demon – what are you doing here?" she asked harshly as she stared up at him, his face held amusement as he smirked slightly. 'Still the same' he thought.

"Call me demon even though I remember your face from so long ago? Your beauty has only grown might I add." He stated as his eyes trailed along her body. Kikyou stepped back as her eyes were partly shut glaring at him, anger rushed through her body. How could he still be the same from so long ago! She thought as she glanced him up and down, he still looked the same as he now contained armor over his white kimono as his silver hair only glowed in the mixed colors of the settling sun which caused him to look more appealing. She fought back a blush when he caught her looking but she immediately recuperated.

"What are you doing here?" she asked emphasizing the 'you' as if she was disgusted with even acknowledging him for the second time.

"I would think of it as an honor to see my presence, and be it as it may, I was invited here." He said as he watched in amusement, as she was so easily angered, she began to walk off when she turned around, her cold brown eyes piercing him.

"Stay away from me if you wish to remain whole." She said as she stalked off, the man smirked as he walked after her. Oddly enough, after so long, she still caught his interests.

"Daughter, who is this man that you have called upon to hopefully be your suitor?" Ismae asked as they sat at the dining table, Kagome smiled gently, she couldn't wait to see her sister's face when she found out who her hopeful suitor would be.

"He is the ruler of the West Lands. Sesshomaru, do you remember him?" Kagome asked sweetly as her mother smiled at her. Kagome wore a lime green Uchikake as her raven hair was up and away from her face as lime green thread were sewn in her hair causing her hair to look as if jewels were sprinkled in her hair.

They sat in the dining hall enjoying their dinner, the room surprising enough, could fit the entire village in side with plenty of space to move around. Their voices echoed down the hallways as decorated candles lit the room that were placed all along the stone room. This area was one of their most fancy rooms as it was covered with beautiful artwork and statues that were made of silver. The chairs and table were made from the purest oak as it shined from the enchanted polish.

Servants stood next to the wall as they waited for their orders of what their masters wished, they were at the beck and call of them. Suddenly the oak doors creaked open as in walked Kikyou who looked the plainest and not of noble blood.

Kikyou entered the dining hall as she felt stares upon her. She wore her usual miko outfit as her hair was placed in a tarashigami, which she was never seen without, as her face held no paint, and no jewelry hung from her neck or ears. That wasn't unnatural for this natural beauty that sat down after nodding to her mother and sister who watched her still.

"My dear, why must you never fix yourself up?" Ismae asked, Kikyou glanced up at her, Ismae was a pure fake who covered her entire face and must have worn five pounds of gold that gently made her head lean forward from the weight.

"A miko, mother, never hides behind a mask." Kikyou said as she glanced down at her bowl that was full of broth. Kikyou sighed, never a real meal around here. Ismae sighed as Kagome rolled her eyes.

"Honestly Kikyou, one would think that you were never born into this family." She said smiling as humor dripped from her voice. Kikyou nodded.

"One would hope that they weren't." Kikyou answered as she smiled sweetly to Kagome who glared at her.

"Just because you're jealous of me having this crown, Kikyou, does not mean you have to be angry about it." Kikyou sighed as she stirred her golden spoon in her broth as she listened to the daily lecture from her younger sister who droned on and on. Of course Kikyou had her days where others wished for her to be silenced but, with Kagome, it was a daily occurrence.

"Kagome, for once, stop your bickering. I find it awfully annoying." Kikyou said as she watched her sister's rosy lips perch together as her warm brown eyes glared at her, her face gently flushed from embarrassment as a few servants snickered. With a stare they were silenced.

"Enough you two, for once act civilized."

"You do not need to tell me mother." Kagome said glancing at Kikyou who nodded slightly. Suddenly the doors creaked open as in walked the man with flowing silver hair and golden eyes. He wore a full white kimono as he glanced at the two women who smiled at him dreamily, he stared at the back of the third woman who decided not to glance his way, this wasn't natural for him. Usually when he first walked in the room everything was silent as the women swooned to him. But this, this other woman paid no mind to even acknowledging him. 'Yes, it must be her' he thought as he smirked at the thought of this divine creature, the decision he has to make will be a simple one.

He was suppose to stay in this palace for one week, and in that time he was suppose to choose which sister he wanted for his own. He already had a clear mind of whom he wanted, but of course, the one he chose would have to accept. Oh how life was difficult.

Kikyou closed her eyes sensing his aura, she prayed for it not to be him as she heard the click of his feet as a chair was pulled back next to her as he gracefully sat down.

"Good evening." He said as he turned to face Kikyou who didn't glance at him, but instead took a sudden interest in the details of the golden spoon, she felt his stare as her face instantly burned, she couldn't stay in the same room with him for long! Her mind raced as she quickly thought of an excuse.

"Mother, if you will excuse me, I am awfully tired." Kikyou said as she rose, the chair squeaked against the polished ground as a servant instantly grabbed the chair and slid it down smoothly, her blush was deeper now as she glanced slightly at the man who watched her, their eyes met as she turned away suddenly and left.

Ismae watched her daughter full of interest, her mind instantly raced as she smirked softly as her blue eyes flashed. 'My daughter loves him...' she shook her head slightly at the thought. 'My daughter? Kikyou? In love?' she laughed in her head as she placed her hand delicately on the golden spoon and took a sip of the broth. She glanced at the daughter she was proud of who was smiling at Sesshomaru. Her brown eyes flashed with want and ownership, as he paid no heed to what she was doing. 'How could I help my daughter this time?' Ismae thought as she beckoned the servant for more wine as it filled her golden goblet that was embroidered with jewels.

She rushed down the stone hallways as her tatami sandals created an echo along the corridors; she could feel heat radiate from her face as she thought of that man. She instantly cursed herself. How could a man walk into this palace and instantly capture her heart? She didn't even know his name! "So a kiss with the beauty is out of the question?" she remembered him saying from so long ago, how that had affected her life and dreams was astounding.

Kikyou stepped outside as she sensed demon auras all around the forest, she didn't mind of course, they could sense her power and kept clear of her. But, then she sensed a strong aura that was radiating from the castle. She stared at the wooden door that she had just left from and wondered who could own the powerful ki. Kikyou let out a slight laugh as she remembered that man being a demon. She rolled her eyes as she continued onward. How her parents would allow a demon into this palace was surprising.

My father...Kikyou thought as she wondered about the man who was now lying in his bed in pain. She had tried and researched anything she could to see if she could, in any way, help her father. Of course, there was nothing. She sighed as she entered her cottage as she lit a candle and laid down on the cot. The demon flashed through her mind as she shook her head. Why must her mind play such games with her? 'Well, he is handsome, I'll admit that...' she thought as her face warmed up once again, she smiled as she instantly shook it back. 'Mikos were not made for love, remember that Kikyou,' she answered her question as she felt her eyes close shut as she fell asleep.

Her cold brown eyes focused on her target as she was still, she quickly grabbed an arrow from her quiver as she aligned it and released the arrow as a white trail was left behind. The arrow slammed against a trunk as she focused her attention on another area of the tree. She instantly grabbed another arrow and with another release, it hit her destined area. She smirked to herself when she was about to release another when she heard a snap behind her; she quickly turned around as she shot out the arrow in surprise at the figure with flowing silver hair.

He watched her as she was shooting arrows at the tree, 'she is skillful.' He thought when he ran his golden eyes up and down her body; they landed on the side of her face that was focused and calm. He took a step forward when a branch cracked beneath him. He snapped up to look at her when he noticed she was now staring at him. An arrow was shot in his direction and with a flick he grabbed the finely crafted arrow and it was diminished instantly.

"Well, if I had known you wanted to kill me, I would've been more prepared." He said as he watched her, she held no emotion as she answered back.

"You do not sneak up on a miko when they are training." She said as he laughed gently, his deep laughter instantly warmed her.

"Why are you so cold?" he asked as she flared at him, how could he ask such a question!

"I could ask you the same question."

"I was never cold to you." He answered back as Kikyou watched him; she threw the bow over her shoulder as they met one another's gaze.

"I ask for your name." Kikyou asked as she watched the demon smirk, his golden eyes cheerful.

"And after so long, why now do you want know my name?" he asked, amusement lingered in his voice as he cocked his eyebrow.

"I wish to put a name to your face." She answered back as he smiled again; she took a small step back from nerves as she tried to remain calm.

"Sesshomaru." 'Sesshomaru' she remembered as the name rolled off of her tongue.

"I suppose I will see you later, Sesshomaru" she called off as she began to walk away. She felt his presence as he followed her. She turned back around and glared at him. "Why are you following me?"

"It is either following you around and always being in your mind, or, watching your sister act like a lady." Kikyou nodded slightly. Watching her sister get taught the proper ways of a lady was rather boring.

"Very well, but the only thoughts I am having of you are those in which you are screaming in pain." She said as she began walking off, Sesshomaru smiled at the back of her head as he continued on his way.

How could she remain so cold to him? It was a mystery to him as he watched her closely as she pounded some herb into a bowl. With a brush she scooped out the contents and put it into a jar as she placed it on a shelf with many others. He glanced around the cottage as he noticed a torn up cot placed in the corner of the small hut.

"You sleep here." he said as Kikyou followed his gaze towards the so called bed.

"Yes, I do."

"Why not in the palace where you're safe at?"

"I do not belong there." Now this caught his attention, yes, she was different then Kagome but he would have thought that she would rule the land. Kikyou had a strong aura around her that radiated off her body. She was also wise, wise beyond her years like she had said long ago. He watched her, she was so cold and had a hard shell that she had not even let her family get through. Of course, with this type of family, one wouldn't want them to. A miko was on the high status, but, she must think that she is only good for being a miko – not being able to live her own life. He instantly pitied her.

Kikyou finished the rest of her work as she rose, his stare still burning through her. Sesshomaru rose as well as he watched her clean herself off with a rag, but still dirt smudges were placed on her pale face. She turned to glance at him as she began walking out of the hut.

"If you will excuse me, Sesshomaru-sama, I must go wash." With that she began walking away towards the forest where he watched after her. He could feel a presence of someone who didn't belong here, he shook his head as he took off towards the other sister who watched from the balcony above them.

"No – no, like this my dear" Estuko said as she watched her pupil walk high in her Getas, her silk royal blue hakamas and haori glistened in the sun as she lifted her head up higher, meeting her gaze with her teachers. "Kagome, you are the Lady, the ruler, of this land now. In so, you must be able to walk higher then others. You look down to everyone."

Kagome nodded as she once again began to walk, her gaze turned to Sesshomaru who was watching out of boredom. He sat on the small brick wall as Kagome walked across from him. Estuko smiled brightly.

"That's it my dear! Now, lets brush up on your speaking skills. Sesshomaru- sama, if you would please." Estuko said as Sesshomaru sighed and stood up straight. Kagome smiled at him as she approached him, their eyes met as he took her hand in his.

"Ohayoo (hello) Kagome-sama" Sesshomaru said as he brought his lips to her hand, she blushed gently as she took back her hand with regret. Kagome curtsied as she rose, Etsuko smiled at them.

"Very good, I see that this lord is a pure gentleman."

"Indeed he is." Kagome whispered under her breathe as she stared at him. Sesshomaru smiled, of course, he knew how to behave, even if he didn't want to be with this sister.

Kagome watched him as he sat down once again to watch her. 'Mother, I may not need your help. He seems to finally want me instead.' Kagome thought as she smiled at him once again who nodded.

Kikyou kneeled over the hot pools as she stared at her reflection. It showed hatred, her eyes showed no emotion, as her face was plain. She smiled as she looked at herself once again, she sighed as she hit the reflection of herself and she sat on the ground in the middle of the forest. How could she kid herself? She would not be able to be someone who she is not just to impress him. Wait, why would she want to impress him? She let out a whiff of air as she stared at the ground. 'How could I possibly be in love when I am not even able to truly smile?' she thought as she closed her eyes as she rose.

She began to walk when she sensed an aura, she flung around only to meet light brown eyes that watched her, he stepped out from the bushes as he smiled. Kikyou watched him, her eyes piercing him as he smiled dreamily. His chestnut hair fell to his eyes as he wore a fine kimono, he would be a heart-stealer to anyone but Kikyou. She let out a sigh as she stepped forward.

"You frightened me Eisuke." Kikyou said as she wondered what he would be doing in this forest. "Why are you here?"

Eisuke smiled as he walked towards her, he was a foot away when he answered.

"I was just on my way to the palace, I wanted to congratulate Kagome for getting the crown, when I saw you. My driver let me off where I was waiting to speak with you."

Kikyou cocked an eyebrow. Had he really watched her bathe? She shivered as she took a step back as he stepped forward; he ran a hand along her side as he purred.

"You have a beautiful body Kikyou, how you have changed in these years." He said as he took a step forward to kiss her, Kikyou stepped away as she turned her head.

"Like I told you before Eisuke, if you don't remove your hand from my body, you will no longer have one." She threatened as he laughed. He grabbed the back of her head as his hand was full of raven hair, he pulled her hair as her head jerked forward meeting his gaze as he used his other hand to cup her face. Her entire body tensed as she glared at him. Her eyes were cold and flared up in anger as she pushed him back grabbing his wrist where he was burned, he flung back with a wail of pain. His hand still had the grasp of her hair as he yanked it roughly; she fell to the ground as he recovered from the burn in an instant to see her trying to crawl away.

His eyes flashed as he picked her up, she let out a scream as he pushed her to a tree trunk, as he pressed up against her body he kissed her deeply. She clenched her eyes tightly as she began to cry silently. 'Please, someone help me.' She said in her mind as she tried to push him off of her, but he had a firm grip on her as he ran his hand down her body once again. He tore her kimono as he slammed her against the trunk again, her head slammed against the trunk as her mind became fuzzy.

Suddenly Kikyou felt him get yanked from her with a snap as he was slammed against the ground. Kikyou opened her eyes as she slid down the tree trunk and onto the ground staring up at Sesshomaru, she wrapped her torn haori to cover her body as she watched him, her vision groggy. He now held the man in his hand holding him up against a tree trunk. His ki was flaring with energy, as his eyes were full of anger, his voice was full of venom as he spoke to the man who had tried to take advantage of Kikyou.

"If I ever see you near this land again, I will kill you in an instant." He said as the man laughed, Sesshomaru tightened his grip on him.

"And who are you to say this to me?"

"I am a demon, and unlike many, I have the urge to kill in my blood."

"And what if Kikyou wishes to see me?" Sesshomaru laughed gently as he held him up higher, his head scraped against the trunk as he let out a slight moan of agony.

"If you ever come near Kikyou again, or even try to get in contact with her, I will be sure of it that you are skinned alive." Sesshomaru answered back as he threw the man over his shoulder, he slammed against the ground as he rose quickly. Eisuke stared at the man who beat him and then glanced at Kikyou who sat on the ground. He quickly sprinted off in the other direction as Sesshomaru watched him leave.

He then turned his attention to the shaken beauty before him who sat on the ground; she was holding her haori together as she stared at him, her brown eyes glossy from crying as he kneeled before her. She turned her head not wanting to look at him as he put a warm hand on her shoulder.

"Leave me alone!" she called out as she pushed him back, he fell onto the forest ground as she rose, she quickly sprinted off as the smell of salt trailed behind her. She was crying.

He rose as he wondered about her. It wasn't surprising she acted that way when she received help. Her family was cold and harsh to her, no one cared about her except that miko he heard the lady of the land speaking of. Kikyou is used to only helping herself, getting herself out of trouble. What was she suppose to do when she received help from him? Hug him? Thank him? No, she was different, she didn't know how to show care, she didn't know how to thank someone because she had never had anything of this sort. She was frightened. Not only frightened of what that man has done to her, because she would have saved herself eventually, but she was frightened because of what he had done.

Sesshomaru began to walk towards the strong smell of salt; demons could sense it as well as they slowly began to follow the woman who was now defenseless. He sped up when he sensed her aura.

Kikyou ran as she jumped over nurse logs that lay on the ground, moss covered it as it slowly took over the trunk. The forest began to become thicker as the coldness began to sting her as she ran. How could he have done that? Why was he showing care to her? She flung herself down onto the ground as she wrapped her arms around her, tears were silently streaming down her face. This was the first time she had tasted her own salt, this was the first time she had ever cried and that was because someone had showed her love.

Sesshomaru stopped when he saw her sitting on the ground, her face was dug in her arms as they were wrapped over her legs. He could smell slight blood as he tried to remain where he was but he was slowly walking towards her. He couldn't just watch her; he had to help no matter what she did. He slowly walked up to her as he kneeled down, he put a hand on her head calming her down as he watched her. He felt her shiver as he took off his outer kimono top as he wrapped it around her.

"Let me help you." Kikyou shot up, her brown eyes flashed with anger as she pushed him away again, he grabbed onto her hand as she tried to pull away. She brought up her other hand as he instantly grabbed it as well.

"Release me!" Kikyou shouted, Sesshomaru instantly did as she wished as she sat up, he wrapped his arms around her pulling her close as she cried in his chest, she dug her head as she grabbed his arms tightly as he ran his hand through her hair, rubbing her head gently.

"I promise he will never touch you again." Sesshomaru whispered as he held onto the frail creature in his arms. She looked strong but inside she was screaming for affection. She needed to be held, someone to tell her that they love her. She deserved that.

"Why do you even bother?" Kikyou asked as she pulled away, her eyes red and puffy as he held onto her still.

"Because I care for you Kikyou." He whispered as she shot back instantly, her eyes flashed with anger as her arms glowed. She pushed him with such force he fell back as Kikyou rose.

"I do not need anyone to care for me. I am not a helpless girl who needs a man to take care of her." She said harshly as she tightened Sesshomaru's tunic over her and left in an instant. Sesshomaru stared after her.

"Why does she fight? No one can win over love." He said as he rose, he dusted himself off as he slowly began to walk back to the palace.

Kikyou was fuming as she entered her cottage as she threw down Sesshomaru's outer kimono top on top of the table as she lit the candle. She instantly changed into a different cotton haori as she cleaned up her cuts she had received. She then scrubbed her face from the tears that had streaked her face as she tried to forget the event that had just taken place. No, that was not the first time Eisuke had tried to be with her, but that was the first time someone had actually saved her.

'What is he trying to do?' she thought as she grabbed a vial and began rubbing the healing herbs on her cuts. She thought of Sesshomaru instantly as her savior. Did he think he had to save her? Did he not think she could save herself? She closed the vial as she then laid on the cot. Why would someone who barely knew her instantly care for her? She shook her head as she thought of him. Why did he have to do that? Why was he playing with her emotions?

She turned to her side as she cursed under her breath. He wanted her to fall in love with him! He wanted the pleasure of knowing he had another heart and do what he pleased with her. No, she wouldn't let him near her heart. He was a typical male. Just wanted women's hearts so he could show off and use whenever he wished. Kikyou would not fall for it.

She turned back around as she let out a sigh. Eisuke did not bother her, it was the man who saved her, the one who had touched her and it warmed her instantly. What did Sesshomaru's touch do that Eisuke's didn't? She then remembered the haori that laid on the table, she grabbed for it as she ran the cotton haori through her fingers and traced the details and the sketches. She breathed in the scent of pine and winds of the west land as she covered her pillow with it and blew out the candle.

There was no hiding it; he had already made it into her heart.

A/N- And the second chapter comes to a close. I hope I got Kikyou and Sesshomaru down, if not I apologize. So...hmm, there's lots of mysteries with this chapter ne? Ohhh the mother.. 'how can I help my daughter this time?' This time?! WHAT!!!

Lol, this is actually one of those stories where I know exactly WHAT is gonna happen and WHY!!! So this story should get done quickly. I just hope y'all like these very very very LONG chapters!! Also, once again, I seemed to have changed the summary of the story and I am no longer going by what I had started out with. I do hope my challenge wasn't a failure....

Next chapter- Kagome gets her turn with Sesshomaru as Kikyou avoids him and decides to head to the local village to tend to the illness that had over come them. Then Ismae and Kagome have a meeting over new construction should be done and then maybe at the end of the chapter, more Kik/Sess when he finally corners her!

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