Night of the Wolf
8. Help for an old friend
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For the next week, just like in the break up, I remained at home. Because one, I had nowhere to go and two, because I would turn into a creature I couldn't control. It was more like a beast inside me that was aching for release. I never did remember my actions when I was in my wolf state so therefore I stayed at home. But I did witness shredded furniture, broken tables, holes in the wall and meat that was chewed and spit on.
I was terrified to leave home thinking that I would unexpectedly turn into my semi wolf form and kill for the fun of it. Like I said, I wasn't aware of my actions when I altered but I somehow retained visions from it and I couldn't help myself but chuckle at the thought. I was surprised as well as frightened but I merely found amusement in what I found. I couldn't control myself from choosing an object and wrecking it but I could control myself when to stop. But, honestly, I never wanted to stop. I enjoyed it.
I remembered when Ayame had said that if I ever attempted on moving near Kouga that I would turn into the uncontainable wolf and I believed her for a brief moment. Then I just went off after Kouga trying to prove her wrong but, in fact, she was correct. I wasn't even a block away from Kouga's house that I began to smell his sweet scent in the air. My mouth drooled just thinking about his salty skin in my mouth, deep in my fangs. My hands had a mind all on their own and they sought after Kouga's blood. His broad blood profound within my claws.
I was growling and I was loosing myself until I heard someone shriek at my appearance. I gained control realizing what I was planning to do and ran immediately out of sight.
When I was home I locked myself in my room and laid under my covers snuggling with my supple pillows. Then I smelled the salty tears that were falling soaking my favorite pillow seeing as Kouga's scent was blended with Ayame's.
As I thought about it, perhaps Kouga preferred Ayame since she was the same species as him. It just made things perfectly clear for me. Just like dogs preferred other dogs; wolves preferred other wolves. If that was the reason then why couldn't he take me back? I was just as he was. A wolf. Probably not a full breed one but I was semi one. What was the difference? And besides Kouga was sweet and Ayame was nothing but pure bitterness. I know opposites attract but not in the situation.
As each day passed I came to understand that I was acquiring animals instincts. I loved the new me but I didn't enjoy the fact that I was alone and I was a new me for a wrong reason.
Then the strangest thing occurred. I had a visit from Naraku except he was gentle with me, like if we were old friends. He caught me by surprise and kissed me. I didn't defy his kiss since I was afraid he would choke me, seeing as that's all he's ever done in the previous visits.
"Kagome…"
I blinked and I was actually calm about this. He seemed different, I could sense it. He reeked of Ayame's blood. Did he slay her?
"I mustn't be here but I must warn you that Kouga is in immense peril. He--"
Then he collapsed in my arms. I was glad I was strong enough to carry him to my bedroom. I stripped him of his clothes and took care of any wounds he had. I was amazed since Naraku was the very first male that I've seen nude, but that didn't mean that I gawked. I merely looked him over and covered him when I was done caring for him. I couldn't help myself but run my nose over his body. I was sniffing every scent he had. He had slight scents of Kouga on him near his hand, on his knuckles. He must of fought with Kouga. Probably punched him.
I wasn't aware that I was licking his claws clean, but Ayame's blood in my mouth satisfied me some since I was to soon be bathed in her blood when I would slaughter her with my own claws.
I sniffed my way up his arm, up until his shoulder when I heard him chuckle. He was conscious, for I don't know how long, and had been watching me as I was all over him.
"Err..sorry. I couldn't help myself." I turned away from him hiding my flushed face.
"It is perfectly normal. I know I smell of that Kouga."
I nodded but that was only part of the reason I was bathing him with my tongue.
But then I realized that this was Naraku. The same person whom had turned me into this creature I was. The exact person whom was Ayame's accomplice. The same person who--
"I mean you no harm, if that is what you are pondering. As you can tell, I stink of Ayame's blood. I would go into detail but I should not be here very long. You mind if I stay for a while?"
What was I suppose to say to him? The poor guy was in pretty bad shape and I could easily tell that he was no longer on Ayame's side. And if this was a trap to lure me in and win my trust to later kill me I was prepared anyway. I'm stronger than I was. I could perceive it.
"I guess you can. You're in no condition to go anywhere. But what was it that you were going to say about Kouga just before you were going to fall into unconsciousness?"
He smirked letting a small growl escape between his lips.
"That pitiful fool has no idea what he's got himself into. I do not wish to talk about it at the moment. I will explain though, later."
When I was about to speak he fell into a deep sleep. It was actually cute. He was purring. I leaned against the edge of the bed and watched him. I wasn't sure what was the purpose that made him come to me but I was glad he didn't come just to kill me. That was a huge relief. Maybe it was the wolf in me or maybe me, who knows, but I leaned in and licked Naraku's cheek. I could smell Kouga there as well.
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-Kianna Chan-
A/N: School ends in about two days so that means lots and lots of parties for me to attend. Graduation parties to be exact. I'm not graduating 'till next year-- like if you cared-- but I have many friends that will and well I'll be pretty busy for at least three or more days. I'll try to update ASAP as I normally do since you all deserve quick updates.
Just to refresh everybody's memories this is a Kouga/ Kagome fic so don't get ahead of me and think otherwise. I won't say no more. There might be sparks between people but that's all it'll be…sparks.