Blind
Disclaimer: I've had so many I can't remember what I've said. -_______-
Chapter Nine: Close Encounter
Kagome pulled herself over the lip of the well. Again, her eyes were filled with sorrow, pain, and tears, but they did not make themselves known. And there were no tears to reveal it. She had heard them. She had heard Inu Yasha admit his love for Kikyou. Yet she had heard those words so many times, and never did it sound like he meant it. But this time, it sounded more meaningless than usual.
'Maybe, I'm just imagining it. Yes. I am but imagining what I want. Like Toro said, "The heart plays many tricks when longing is strong."' Kagome sat on the lip of the well for a while. Quiver on her back, and bow strapped to her side. She started to mummer things quietly to herself.
"First, I need to get some training from Kaeda, so that I may further my miko powers, then I must collect the shards, and gain possession of Toukijin, before I may destroy Naraku." Kagome listened to herself repeat Toro's words. Her brown eyes widened slightly. "I sound different." She breathed. "The way I talk, and move, so much more graceful, and lady like……so much more like…..Kikyou."
Her mouth ran dry. She turned around, and decided that she couldn't do this. The longer she spent there, the more she became like Kikyou. But she stopped. Something was holding her back.
"I can't go back. I can't leave Inu Yasha's side. I promised him that I would always be with him. A promise made, is a debt unpaid." 'And you love him to much to give him up.' A small voice reminded her, and she smiled bitterly at the truth.
Sighing, she decided that it was time to figure out how to receive training from Kaeda without Inu Yasha's awareness. She snapped her fingers. A simple concealing spell would do. Shaking her head, and giggling at her stupidity, she closed her eyes, and whispered a silent spell. A pink glow surrounded her body, and she felt the tingling sensation in her body.
Her eyes stung, and the tears finally came. She felt naked for a split second, and then clothed again. Her body seemed to stretch slightly, and her nose tingled, for a second, she smelt a cherry fragrance in the air, and then it was overpowered by an ocean scent.
Finally, the transformation was complete. Kagome Higurashi was a totally different girl. Smiling, she adjusted her bow and arrows that had been moved around in the process, and headed towards the villiage. But not before stopping before a near by stream, to check her appearance.
Her mouth dropped at the sight. She looked so much more different. Her long raven black hair was straight and reached the small of her back. Her brown eyes were now a piercing blue with traces of blue. And she had grown taller. Of course this was all an illusion, but she had to congratulate herself. This was by far the most convincing illuion ever.
Raising her head confidently she began to stride towards the villiage in a very graceful, and un Kagome like way. 'God this feels so uncomfortable. But….it'll be worth it in the end. If I can't get revenge, I can at least save Inu Yasha.'
-_- Kikyou -_-
Her head snapped up. She was back, and she was near. 'I can sense the miko magic pouring out of her. What are you up to bitch? What will you do next?'
"Inu Yasha dear, let's go for a walk ne? I would like to see how the villiage has done without ME here."
Inu Yasha sighed inaudibly, and jumped down from his perch on the tree. He made his way over to Kikyou. For some reason, he couldn't stand being around her anymore. Sure it was nice to have her back, but to have her around all the time? She was so…..well put together. Never loosing her composure for a smile, laugh or a giggle. A small joyful giggle.
'Kagome would giggle.' And with that thought, Inu Yasha realized startlingly, that he missed her. 'I miss Kagome. But…..it's best the way it is. She can go on with her life, and I mine!' "I'm sorry." He whispered hoping she would forgive him in her heart.
"What was that Inu Yasha?"
"Nothing Kikyou." He said emotionlessly. Trying not to let his boredom show. But it wasn't working, and Kikyou noticed.
"I should have changed you." She said bitterly towards him.
"What?" was the surprised response.
"That reincarnation of mine changed you. But I was supposed to change you. Not her! I was so close to doing it, and then Naraku happened."
"Kikyou, what are you talking about? I haven't changed."
"Yes you have. You love her don't you?" Fake tears came to her eyes.
Inu Yasha swallowed. "No." was his meak answer. He couldn't do it. He couldn't lie to himself any more.
"Inu Yasha, look me in the eye, and tell me."
Inu Yasha looked up. Their gazes met, but there seemed to be a barrier between them. "I'm sorry Kikyou. I love her."
Kikyou was startled. 'It didn't work. Why didn't it work? Has the bitch cast some spell against mine? She'll pay. With her life.' Kikyou straightened up. "Very well. I see you and I are meant to be. But be weary Inu Yasha." She spit his name like it was poison, and he winced. "You owe me your life."
"Priestess Kaeda!" a cheery voice called.
The two of them brought their attention to a girl with a blue kimono embroidered with stars running down the road. Kikyou gave one last spiteful look at Inu Yasha, before turning to leave. The soul collectors surrounded her, and she was carried off. Inu Yasha stared after her. And felt like a big weight was being lifted from his shoulders.
Kaeda came waddling out of her hut. Arms behind her back, she stopped to stare at the girl….no woman in front of her. The girls gaze moved to Inu Yasha. He glared at her, but she didn't seem fazed. 'Something about her is familiar.' Inu Yasha thought.
"Kaeda, I am from a foreign villiage, and am the priestess to be. My elder told me to seek your help in my training." Kagome felt so bad lying to Kaeda. So instead of looking at her directly, she remained staring into Inu Yasha's eyes.
"What do you want?!" he snapped.
Kagome opened her mouth about to say, "SIT!" when she remembered only Kagome could do that. So instead, she looked at Kaeda with the most confused look she could muster. "M'lady, do you realize there is a demon behind you?"
Kaeda nodded. 'This girl seems familiar. Her magic…..KAGOME! You've come back to us child.' "I do. Tell me child. What t'is thy name?"
Kagome froze. "My name?" she squeaked. She hadn't thought of a NAME! "Ummm…..Bouyo! I mean…Boa! My name is Boa." 'YURI?! Of all the names, I picked a singer! Oh well. At least she's a good one. Though…..she is sort of conceited….'
Inu Yasha raised an eyebrow. The girls clumsiness seemed familiar. "Are you sure that's your name?"
Kagome looked at him defiantly. "Of course. Who are YOU to doubt ME? DEMON." She spit out the demon as if it burned her to say it. And it did. She couldn't believe she would have to act as if she hated Inu Yasha. 'I'm sorry Inu Yasha. God , I'm soooo sorry. Please forgive me after.'
'Well at least she didn't call me a half breed.' Inu Yasha sighed in relief. He caught her gaze again. And there was something in her eyes. Pain. He had seen those eyes before. But, why would she be sad? Still, he seemed to feel like he knew here. "Kagome?" he breathed.
"Ka-go-me." She stumbled upon her words. He had figured her out. She had to play dumb. "Who's that? What a weird name."
"Why you…" Inu Yasha growled.
"Umm….Boa, why don't we get you some food. You must be hungry after such a journey. Our villiage is rather isolated."
"I'd like that very much." Kagome followed Kaeda, and thanked the old lady silently.
Inu Yasha didn't follow. Turning to walk away, he noticed something. 'Kikyou left me…yet I'm not troubled. Does that mean….I really do love Kagome?' His eyes widened. 'Kagome…..I'm so sorry. I didn't know. God, please come back. I can't go to you, so please keep your promise. Stay with me.'
^_^ Shippou, Miroku, and Sango ^_^
A warm fire danced in the moonlight. Three faces were illuminated by the red fiery glow. Each person held a small bowl. Steam rose from the warm soup. Miroku stared at Sango longingly. Scooting over, he lay down his bowl of soup, and placed an arm around her. Sango, feeling a warm arm fall upon her shoulders, stiffened.
But as she caught Miroku's worried eyes, she sighed, and leaned into his chest. She swallowed hard. It had been a while since Kagome left. 'And since we abandoned Inu Yasha.'
She pulled away slightly so she could see Miroku's blue eyes. "Maybe we should go…" but she was cut off.
"KAGOME!" Shippou jumped up from his spot on the ground. His eyes were wide in shock. He looked over at Sango, and Miroku, and he smiled the first smile since the incident.
Miroku's eyes furrowed in concern. "Shippou, are you alright? What do you mean Kagome? Is something wrong?"
"NO!" Shipou danced around the fire. "Come on! We have to go! Kagome's back! She's back I tell you BACK!!!" he began tugging at Sango's skirt. "Quickly quickly!" he ran around the camp sight gathering the few belongings he had. One of them being a small stuffed fox that Kagome had given him. Then he dashed into the forest back to the villiage. 'Wait for me mommy. I'm coming.' "Don't leave me again mommy." He whimpered silently to the wind.
Back at the camp, Sango had just finished getting her things together. Miroku jumped atop Kirara, and pulled Sango up. Ever since Kagome had left, the two of them had developed a stronger relationship. One they both had wished for.
"Do you think Kagome could really be back?" Miroku asked Sango timidly.
Sango grabbed onto Kirara's cur, and let the wind run through her hair, for a few moments. Then, "Possibly. Kagome is a good friend. She has her honour, and would never start something she wouldn't try to finish." She seemed to want to go on, but stopped there.
"Is there more to the story? There's Shippou."
"Kirara let's skim the ground. SHIPPOU!" Sango called. Avoiding the question she had been asked.
The small demon looked up, and waited to be picked up. His eyes were full of excitement, hope, and love.
"Sango…" Miroku inquired.
She sighed. "After Kagome caught Inu Yasha with Kikyou in the forest the first time, she came back. And she made a promise to herself. She swore that she would stay by Inu Yasha's side forever and more. Other than that, I'm not sure why else she would come back. She has no reason to."
Shippou's head snapped up to look at Sango. "What do you mean?" he barely managed to force out. 'Doesn't mommy love me no more?'
"What I'm saying is Shippou….." She paused. The silence was heavy, and weighed them all down. Even Kirara seemed to slow down slightly. Taking a deep breathe, Sango gathered her courage. The news would break the kitsune's heart. "Kagome is bound to the feduel era. Her fate lies here. But she cheated fate, when she was reincarnated in the future instead of in our time. If Kagome stays here…she WILL die. It was her fate. Her destiny."
Miroku's eyes became slits. "How do you know this? Why will Kagome die?"
"Is it because of me?" Shippou asked meekly. "Am I to much trouble for her?" Tears brimmed his eyes.
"Oh Shippou." Sango held him close. "No. It's not you. While bathing one day, I noticed that Kagome seemed paler. I asked her if she was ill. And she told me." Sango leaned back into Miroku. Her voice quivered. "Her and Kikyou cannot co-exist. One of them has to die for the other to live. Kikyou is the stronger priestess." She paused here. "Kikyou can harness souls. Kagome can't. If it wasn't for Kagome's strong will, Kagome would be dead. Each day she is here, Kikyou slowly takes her soul back. Soon, Kagome will be an empty shell. SHE'LL DIE IF SHE STAYS HERE ANY LONGER!!" Sango's voice was harsh. "And yet," she spoke in a whisper, "And yet she stays to be by
Inu Yasha. He will be the end of her."
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Hey! ^_^' Long time no see eh? Hehehehe. Um….i've been really over loaded lately, so finding time to update is hard, and I won't update very soon. In the summer though, the updates will be coming quicker. Thanks to the following people.
chickenmastah ~ lolz. ty. i try to keep the talkin interesting! -_- descriptions have neva been my thing. o well i'll work on it! hope you like ne?
Japanese-Dragon ~ I do my best to get y'alls attention! glad it's workin.sorry bout the late updating!
Kawaii Punkstar ~ I know! i guess, kikyou won't get to much o a bashing. people will kill me later though......glad u liked! ~_*
Kagome-Kilala ~ Glad you liked! i'll try to review urs if i can k?
SSJ-Princess23~ Well, i didn't leave you hanging this chap did I? ty! I'm proud to be ur fav author! say, what u think bout this chap?
Kagome-Lovers-Cool ~ sorry the update was so late, but it's gonna be slower. _ glad u like? O_O?
i-dream-of-blue-eyes ~ yo! hey, do i know u? u seem familiar. the name i mean. from school maybe? sorry bout the late update.
ATTENTION!!!!!! after I update my last fic, i will be changing my name to.....TSUMI! it means sorrow in japanese....i think. or was it sin? -_-
Disclaimer: I've had so many I can't remember what I've said. -_______-
Chapter Nine: Close Encounter
Kagome pulled herself over the lip of the well. Again, her eyes were filled with sorrow, pain, and tears, but they did not make themselves known. And there were no tears to reveal it. She had heard them. She had heard Inu Yasha admit his love for Kikyou. Yet she had heard those words so many times, and never did it sound like he meant it. But this time, it sounded more meaningless than usual.
'Maybe, I'm just imagining it. Yes. I am but imagining what I want. Like Toro said, "The heart plays many tricks when longing is strong."' Kagome sat on the lip of the well for a while. Quiver on her back, and bow strapped to her side. She started to mummer things quietly to herself.
"First, I need to get some training from Kaeda, so that I may further my miko powers, then I must collect the shards, and gain possession of Toukijin, before I may destroy Naraku." Kagome listened to herself repeat Toro's words. Her brown eyes widened slightly. "I sound different." She breathed. "The way I talk, and move, so much more graceful, and lady like……so much more like…..Kikyou."
Her mouth ran dry. She turned around, and decided that she couldn't do this. The longer she spent there, the more she became like Kikyou. But she stopped. Something was holding her back.
"I can't go back. I can't leave Inu Yasha's side. I promised him that I would always be with him. A promise made, is a debt unpaid." 'And you love him to much to give him up.' A small voice reminded her, and she smiled bitterly at the truth.
Sighing, she decided that it was time to figure out how to receive training from Kaeda without Inu Yasha's awareness. She snapped her fingers. A simple concealing spell would do. Shaking her head, and giggling at her stupidity, she closed her eyes, and whispered a silent spell. A pink glow surrounded her body, and she felt the tingling sensation in her body.
Her eyes stung, and the tears finally came. She felt naked for a split second, and then clothed again. Her body seemed to stretch slightly, and her nose tingled, for a second, she smelt a cherry fragrance in the air, and then it was overpowered by an ocean scent.
Finally, the transformation was complete. Kagome Higurashi was a totally different girl. Smiling, she adjusted her bow and arrows that had been moved around in the process, and headed towards the villiage. But not before stopping before a near by stream, to check her appearance.
Her mouth dropped at the sight. She looked so much more different. Her long raven black hair was straight and reached the small of her back. Her brown eyes were now a piercing blue with traces of blue. And she had grown taller. Of course this was all an illusion, but she had to congratulate herself. This was by far the most convincing illuion ever.
Raising her head confidently she began to stride towards the villiage in a very graceful, and un Kagome like way. 'God this feels so uncomfortable. But….it'll be worth it in the end. If I can't get revenge, I can at least save Inu Yasha.'
-_- Kikyou -_-
Her head snapped up. She was back, and she was near. 'I can sense the miko magic pouring out of her. What are you up to bitch? What will you do next?'
"Inu Yasha dear, let's go for a walk ne? I would like to see how the villiage has done without ME here."
Inu Yasha sighed inaudibly, and jumped down from his perch on the tree. He made his way over to Kikyou. For some reason, he couldn't stand being around her anymore. Sure it was nice to have her back, but to have her around all the time? She was so…..well put together. Never loosing her composure for a smile, laugh or a giggle. A small joyful giggle.
'Kagome would giggle.' And with that thought, Inu Yasha realized startlingly, that he missed her. 'I miss Kagome. But…..it's best the way it is. She can go on with her life, and I mine!' "I'm sorry." He whispered hoping she would forgive him in her heart.
"What was that Inu Yasha?"
"Nothing Kikyou." He said emotionlessly. Trying not to let his boredom show. But it wasn't working, and Kikyou noticed.
"I should have changed you." She said bitterly towards him.
"What?" was the surprised response.
"That reincarnation of mine changed you. But I was supposed to change you. Not her! I was so close to doing it, and then Naraku happened."
"Kikyou, what are you talking about? I haven't changed."
"Yes you have. You love her don't you?" Fake tears came to her eyes.
Inu Yasha swallowed. "No." was his meak answer. He couldn't do it. He couldn't lie to himself any more.
"Inu Yasha, look me in the eye, and tell me."
Inu Yasha looked up. Their gazes met, but there seemed to be a barrier between them. "I'm sorry Kikyou. I love her."
Kikyou was startled. 'It didn't work. Why didn't it work? Has the bitch cast some spell against mine? She'll pay. With her life.' Kikyou straightened up. "Very well. I see you and I are meant to be. But be weary Inu Yasha." She spit his name like it was poison, and he winced. "You owe me your life."
"Priestess Kaeda!" a cheery voice called.
The two of them brought their attention to a girl with a blue kimono embroidered with stars running down the road. Kikyou gave one last spiteful look at Inu Yasha, before turning to leave. The soul collectors surrounded her, and she was carried off. Inu Yasha stared after her. And felt like a big weight was being lifted from his shoulders.
Kaeda came waddling out of her hut. Arms behind her back, she stopped to stare at the girl….no woman in front of her. The girls gaze moved to Inu Yasha. He glared at her, but she didn't seem fazed. 'Something about her is familiar.' Inu Yasha thought.
"Kaeda, I am from a foreign villiage, and am the priestess to be. My elder told me to seek your help in my training." Kagome felt so bad lying to Kaeda. So instead of looking at her directly, she remained staring into Inu Yasha's eyes.
"What do you want?!" he snapped.
Kagome opened her mouth about to say, "SIT!" when she remembered only Kagome could do that. So instead, she looked at Kaeda with the most confused look she could muster. "M'lady, do you realize there is a demon behind you?"
Kaeda nodded. 'This girl seems familiar. Her magic…..KAGOME! You've come back to us child.' "I do. Tell me child. What t'is thy name?"
Kagome froze. "My name?" she squeaked. She hadn't thought of a NAME! "Ummm…..Bouyo! I mean…Boa! My name is Boa." 'YURI?! Of all the names, I picked a singer! Oh well. At least she's a good one. Though…..she is sort of conceited….'
Inu Yasha raised an eyebrow. The girls clumsiness seemed familiar. "Are you sure that's your name?"
Kagome looked at him defiantly. "Of course. Who are YOU to doubt ME? DEMON." She spit out the demon as if it burned her to say it. And it did. She couldn't believe she would have to act as if she hated Inu Yasha. 'I'm sorry Inu Yasha. God , I'm soooo sorry. Please forgive me after.'
'Well at least she didn't call me a half breed.' Inu Yasha sighed in relief. He caught her gaze again. And there was something in her eyes. Pain. He had seen those eyes before. But, why would she be sad? Still, he seemed to feel like he knew here. "Kagome?" he breathed.
"Ka-go-me." She stumbled upon her words. He had figured her out. She had to play dumb. "Who's that? What a weird name."
"Why you…" Inu Yasha growled.
"Umm….Boa, why don't we get you some food. You must be hungry after such a journey. Our villiage is rather isolated."
"I'd like that very much." Kagome followed Kaeda, and thanked the old lady silently.
Inu Yasha didn't follow. Turning to walk away, he noticed something. 'Kikyou left me…yet I'm not troubled. Does that mean….I really do love Kagome?' His eyes widened. 'Kagome…..I'm so sorry. I didn't know. God, please come back. I can't go to you, so please keep your promise. Stay with me.'
^_^ Shippou, Miroku, and Sango ^_^
A warm fire danced in the moonlight. Three faces were illuminated by the red fiery glow. Each person held a small bowl. Steam rose from the warm soup. Miroku stared at Sango longingly. Scooting over, he lay down his bowl of soup, and placed an arm around her. Sango, feeling a warm arm fall upon her shoulders, stiffened.
But as she caught Miroku's worried eyes, she sighed, and leaned into his chest. She swallowed hard. It had been a while since Kagome left. 'And since we abandoned Inu Yasha.'
She pulled away slightly so she could see Miroku's blue eyes. "Maybe we should go…" but she was cut off.
"KAGOME!" Shippou jumped up from his spot on the ground. His eyes were wide in shock. He looked over at Sango, and Miroku, and he smiled the first smile since the incident.
Miroku's eyes furrowed in concern. "Shippou, are you alright? What do you mean Kagome? Is something wrong?"
"NO!" Shipou danced around the fire. "Come on! We have to go! Kagome's back! She's back I tell you BACK!!!" he began tugging at Sango's skirt. "Quickly quickly!" he ran around the camp sight gathering the few belongings he had. One of them being a small stuffed fox that Kagome had given him. Then he dashed into the forest back to the villiage. 'Wait for me mommy. I'm coming.' "Don't leave me again mommy." He whimpered silently to the wind.
Back at the camp, Sango had just finished getting her things together. Miroku jumped atop Kirara, and pulled Sango up. Ever since Kagome had left, the two of them had developed a stronger relationship. One they both had wished for.
"Do you think Kagome could really be back?" Miroku asked Sango timidly.
Sango grabbed onto Kirara's cur, and let the wind run through her hair, for a few moments. Then, "Possibly. Kagome is a good friend. She has her honour, and would never start something she wouldn't try to finish." She seemed to want to go on, but stopped there.
"Is there more to the story? There's Shippou."
"Kirara let's skim the ground. SHIPPOU!" Sango called. Avoiding the question she had been asked.
The small demon looked up, and waited to be picked up. His eyes were full of excitement, hope, and love.
"Sango…" Miroku inquired.
She sighed. "After Kagome caught Inu Yasha with Kikyou in the forest the first time, she came back. And she made a promise to herself. She swore that she would stay by Inu Yasha's side forever and more. Other than that, I'm not sure why else she would come back. She has no reason to."
Shippou's head snapped up to look at Sango. "What do you mean?" he barely managed to force out. 'Doesn't mommy love me no more?'
"What I'm saying is Shippou….." She paused. The silence was heavy, and weighed them all down. Even Kirara seemed to slow down slightly. Taking a deep breathe, Sango gathered her courage. The news would break the kitsune's heart. "Kagome is bound to the feduel era. Her fate lies here. But she cheated fate, when she was reincarnated in the future instead of in our time. If Kagome stays here…she WILL die. It was her fate. Her destiny."
Miroku's eyes became slits. "How do you know this? Why will Kagome die?"
"Is it because of me?" Shippou asked meekly. "Am I to much trouble for her?" Tears brimmed his eyes.
"Oh Shippou." Sango held him close. "No. It's not you. While bathing one day, I noticed that Kagome seemed paler. I asked her if she was ill. And she told me." Sango leaned back into Miroku. Her voice quivered. "Her and Kikyou cannot co-exist. One of them has to die for the other to live. Kikyou is the stronger priestess." She paused here. "Kikyou can harness souls. Kagome can't. If it wasn't for Kagome's strong will, Kagome would be dead. Each day she is here, Kikyou slowly takes her soul back. Soon, Kagome will be an empty shell. SHE'LL DIE IF SHE STAYS HERE ANY LONGER!!" Sango's voice was harsh. "And yet," she spoke in a whisper, "And yet she stays to be by
Inu Yasha. He will be the end of her."
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Hey! ^_^' Long time no see eh? Hehehehe. Um….i've been really over loaded lately, so finding time to update is hard, and I won't update very soon. In the summer though, the updates will be coming quicker. Thanks to the following people.
chickenmastah ~ lolz. ty. i try to keep the talkin interesting! -_- descriptions have neva been my thing. o well i'll work on it! hope you like ne?
Japanese-Dragon ~ I do my best to get y'alls attention! glad it's workin.sorry bout the late updating!
Kawaii Punkstar ~ I know! i guess, kikyou won't get to much o a bashing. people will kill me later though......glad u liked! ~_*
Kagome-Kilala ~ Glad you liked! i'll try to review urs if i can k?
SSJ-Princess23~ Well, i didn't leave you hanging this chap did I? ty! I'm proud to be ur fav author! say, what u think bout this chap?
Kagome-Lovers-Cool ~ sorry the update was so late, but it's gonna be slower. _ glad u like? O_O?
i-dream-of-blue-eyes ~ yo! hey, do i know u? u seem familiar. the name i mean. from school maybe? sorry bout the late update.
ATTENTION!!!!!! after I update my last fic, i will be changing my name to.....TSUMI! it means sorrow in japanese....i think. or was it sin? -_-