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Soooo……… how did you like the first chappie? Review and tell me…. On to chappie 2.….
Last time:
"Please not a friend, please not a friend, please not…." her verbal plea faded as she saw who was on the ground.
Kagome stopped so suddenly Shirokiba almost tumbled into her.
"You really shouldn't do that, you know?" Shirokiba started.
Kagome whirled around. She looked him in the eye and stated softly, "that man there, s one of Naraku's men. I was not aware he knew of my presence here. We are all in great danger."
Sesshoumaru stood behind her, "that is why you must leave."
" I know that, I-"
"THAT, is why I am assigned to protect you. I will lead you through the forest-" Sesshoumaru interrupted her, continuing.
Kagome, who had at first been too shocked to reply, now bristled. "I am quite capable of protecting myself, thank you! And I know these woods better than anyone."
Sesshoumaru's voice became cold, "I think not."
Kagome's eyes widened as Sesshoumaru's human features melted away to reveal a very powerful, and very handsome inu-youkai. ( ::drools:: yes, well I'm sure we all know what sesshoumaru looks like so I won't bother…)
Kagome lowered her gaze respectively. "Sesshoumaru…. Lord of the Western Lands," she whispered in awe.
Sesshoumaru scoffed. "I owed your father a favor. Otherwise you would be dead right now." His tone indicated she was weak and worthless.
Letting anger cloud her common sense Kagome glared at him. "Why you-"
She found herself cut off by Sesshoumaru's hand around her neck. Rather than lower her eyes and admit his dominance, Kagome challenged him, holding his gaze.
Shirokiba was behind Sesshoumaru. His voice low, steady…. a warning. "Sesshoumaru-sama…."
Sesshoumaru let go and Kagome plummeted to the ground. Shirokiba moved to help her up. Kagome smiled at his worried expression. Taking his extended hand, Kagome reassured him, "I am fine."
Kagome stood and brushed the dirt off her clothes. She was aware that Sesshoumaru was glaring. Kagome raised an eyebrow at Shirokiba, "We're going to get along great."
Kagome hid her surprise when her dry comment got no response from Sesshoumaru.
Shirokiba cleared his throat, "well,.. About that Kag-chan-" Sesshoumaru growled. "That is, Lady Kagome," Shirokiba said winking, then sighed, "Sesshoumaru-sama, Lord of the Western Lands has honored us by agreeing to protect you."
Kagome started to protest, but Shirokiba cut in, "Kagome, I know that you can take care of yourself, but," Shirokiba said softening his voice, (awwwww…. not) "this is something your father wanted. He asked that Sesshoumaru-sama protect you if there was ever a war." Shirokiba awaited Kagome's answer, knowing full well what it would be. Kagome had loved her father more than life.
Kagome nodded, "You know my answer."
Shirokiba grinned, "sorry I used that against you."
Kagome laughed slightly, "My father would have done the same." The smile faded as Kagome relived a childhood memory.
**FLASHBACK**
~Her father, tall, handsome, still young with dark hair and gray eyes,…… he was laughing loudly…
~Laying in a field of flowers, laughing together…
~They hadn't known who was watching…
** END FLASHBACK**
Kagome mentally shook her head. She shoved the memory deep within, forcing herself to listen to Shirokiba.
"…. now I've got horses, you'll-" Sesshoumaru scoffed while Kagome opened her mouth to say that traveling on foot was probably better. Sesshoumaru beat her to it.
"We will be traveling by foot. That is all you need know. Say your goodbyes and be quick," Sesshoumaru finished as he walked away, disgusted with their behavior.
Kagome and Shirokiba looked at one another.
"Kagome," Shirokiba brought her to him and looked her in the eye. "You will leave. Now. Sesshoumaru-sama will take you somewhere you'll be safe."
Kagome looked back at the remains of Naraku's assassin, then turned back to Shirokiba. Kagome nodded, "If that is what you wish."
"It is. Go now. Get your weapons and go. Anything else will be provided." Shirokiba paused, then hugged her tight, whispering into her ear, "please some back to me."
Sesshoumaru grabbed Kagome by the arm and dragged her back to the house. Kagome let herself be pulled forward, but looked back to grin at Shirokiba, only to find him gone. Sesshoumaru gave her arm another jerk, and she ran ahead into the house.
Kagome went for the hand guns. She liked the feel of one in her hand, knowing they were, in reality, a false security. After getting some ammunition, she retrieved two smalls daggers from her dresser. The blade was long and thin. They were Kagome's favorite weapon, used both to attack and defend. She had become good at disarming even the most skilled swordsman with a flip of her wrist. (try and imagine the knives from the Mummy II- when the girls face off)
Having already holstered one of the guns within easy reach, she secured the blades in a loop at her thigh.
While making her way to the corner of the room, she addressed Sesshoumaru. "Your will have a bow and arrows where we're going?"
Sesshoumaru spared Kagome a glance, "yes."
Kagome nodded.
Having reached the corner, Kagome raised her palm. She ran her finger tips along the grain in the wood.
Sesshoumaru watched as a section of the wall shimmered purple, then faded. He saw an elaborate sword much like the testaiga in its transformed state, though it sported a more sleek, graceful quality. He watched as Kagome lifted the sword and sheathed it on her back.
Sesshoumaru was surprised who could lift the sword, but gave her no credit. He turned his attention back to her when she began speaking.
"I'm sorry I took such a long time. It's just that, well, I don't even know why I carry all this. The sword, which is named tsetsuna by the way, is sooo hard to use. And-"
Sesshoumaru smirked, "of course it is. You're a weak, pathetic excuse for a living being." Sesshoumaru suppressed the urge to roll his eyes, 'how stupid, vocalizing your faults.'
Kagome's smile had faded. Her voice lacked its earlier cheeriness, "We can leave now."
~~*~~* would you believe me if I said that's all? ~~ it's not.~~*~~*~~
Oh! I'd like to thank Sesshomaru13 for his review. No, its obviously not Sango. Hope I updated soon enough. Ja ne!
~~*~~* here you go! Continue……….
They had been traveling for two days, stopping only to make camp in the evenings. They were moving painfully slow, as far as Sesshoumaru was concerned. He was surprised the wench could keep up with him. Though she had seemed winded by the end of the day. In the beginning he had wanted to weary her. She was, after all, another weak, filthy, useless human. Why should he inconvenience himself? But now… 'What is it about this girl? Why does she appear to give off this light? She seems as though she possesses some inner strength. She's a princess isn't she? Why doesn't she complain? That takes the fun out of annoying her. Oh and her incessant talking, will it never end? Doesn't she get the hint when it's a one-sided conversation. …… may be she likes talking to herself…? I must admit, I'm surprised she's kept walking all this time without whining. Well, there was that one time when she asked why we were traveling so fast. All I said was it was necessary to continue moving quickly until we reached our destination… what's with this girl. She didn't even respond…' (It doesn't seem to have occurred to our favorite demon lord that he never responded either.)
Sesshoumaru was brought out of his reverie by the approach of some lesser demon. He stopped, Kagome almost running into him. Kagome peered around in front of him, trying to see what was stopping them.
"Stay behind me, wench. I won't have you getting in the way."
Kagome glared at him, "My name is Kagome. Ka-Go-Me! ( original, ne?) Can't you say that?"
"No. Be quiet. It comes."
Kagome suddenly sensed the approach of a demon. She wondered how she hadn't noticed. It was carrying a rather large shard of the Shikon jewel.
"It has a jewel shard," Kagome warned Sesshoumaru. He didn't listen, but attacked the demon now in his range. The attack would have been fatal, but the demon healed almost instantly with the help of the jewel.
Kagome tried again, "It has- Aaack!" Kagome had moved forward, gaining the attention of the demon. It had rounded on her.
Sesshoumaru moved towards her, "stay back!"
Kagome dodged the demon's attack and drew the blade at her left thigh with her right hand, "oops."
Sesshoumaru growled. ( poor baby, not getting to show off)
"I said sorry!" Kagome said as she brought both blades in front of her.
The demon attacked.
Sesshoumaru drew tensaiga and slashed through the demon midway though its attack. Kagome reacted to its moment of weakness. She brought a blade down through the arm, severing it. Sesshoumaru noticed the blade glowing a slight purple color.
The demon snarled, then collapsed. Kagome ran behind it, then kneeled. Sesshoumaru grabbed hold of her, "that thing is still alive. Move!"
Kagome gave him a withering look, "my spell will only hold him so long, seeing as he has a jewel shard." She reached into the gash in the demon's back and removed a good- sized shard.
The demon disintegrated.
"Do you mind if we stop now?" Kagome asked cheerfully. Sesshoumaru growled.
"I know we need to keep moving, but I'm not used to this type of recreation. I did not have a lot of energy left, and I just used it to stun that demon. I'm not gonna pass out on you, but I won't make it to the Citadel in this condition an-"
Sesshoumaru growled, interrupting her. He moved threateningly closer, "And how do you know that name?"
Kagome looked surprised, "what? The Citadel?"
Sesshoumaru growled again.
Kagome put both hands in front of her, palms perpendicular to the ground as if in surrender. "Sorry, sorry. Didn't realize you were so touchy. No offense."
Sesshoumaru didn't growl, but he wasn't looking any less threatening.
Kagome looked him in the eye. Sesshoumaru realized that she wasn't challenging him. She wanted him to listen; she would allow him to judge whether or not she was a threat.
~~*~~* next time……~~*~~*
"…I won't tell anyone…. Learn to show your sanctuary more respect….Kaede said I needed to face my…….. Sesshoumaru flung the girl into………"
wouldn't you just love it if I finished the sentences? Oh well.
~~* ~~* I'd like to thank my special five reviewers. You're my inspiration. Please keep reading! ~~*~~*
Gofer- I'll try and make sure that my writing isn't as confusing. It was kind of hard to start off, though. Please keep reading though and I would appreciate any further comments.
Suki!- awesome identity! Thanks for the support. Hope you like the next chappie!
'ME' - thanks for everything!!!
Also special thanks to my first reviewer!!! :: drum roll……:: Yura Of The Hair!!! You were my first reviewer and the reason I even posted a second chappie. Thank you soooo much.
~~ I won't be updating again until school is out. I need to concentrate on acing my finals so I can pass my courses. :: grins:: fun-fun. Ja Ne!! ~~
Soooo……… how did you like the first chappie? Review and tell me…. On to chappie 2.….
Last time:
"Please not a friend, please not a friend, please not…." her verbal plea faded as she saw who was on the ground.
Kagome stopped so suddenly Shirokiba almost tumbled into her.
"You really shouldn't do that, you know?" Shirokiba started.
Kagome whirled around. She looked him in the eye and stated softly, "that man there, s one of Naraku's men. I was not aware he knew of my presence here. We are all in great danger."
Sesshoumaru stood behind her, "that is why you must leave."
" I know that, I-"
"THAT, is why I am assigned to protect you. I will lead you through the forest-" Sesshoumaru interrupted her, continuing.
Kagome, who had at first been too shocked to reply, now bristled. "I am quite capable of protecting myself, thank you! And I know these woods better than anyone."
Sesshoumaru's voice became cold, "I think not."
Kagome's eyes widened as Sesshoumaru's human features melted away to reveal a very powerful, and very handsome inu-youkai. ( ::drools:: yes, well I'm sure we all know what sesshoumaru looks like so I won't bother…)
Kagome lowered her gaze respectively. "Sesshoumaru…. Lord of the Western Lands," she whispered in awe.
Sesshoumaru scoffed. "I owed your father a favor. Otherwise you would be dead right now." His tone indicated she was weak and worthless.
Letting anger cloud her common sense Kagome glared at him. "Why you-"
She found herself cut off by Sesshoumaru's hand around her neck. Rather than lower her eyes and admit his dominance, Kagome challenged him, holding his gaze.
Shirokiba was behind Sesshoumaru. His voice low, steady…. a warning. "Sesshoumaru-sama…."
Sesshoumaru let go and Kagome plummeted to the ground. Shirokiba moved to help her up. Kagome smiled at his worried expression. Taking his extended hand, Kagome reassured him, "I am fine."
Kagome stood and brushed the dirt off her clothes. She was aware that Sesshoumaru was glaring. Kagome raised an eyebrow at Shirokiba, "We're going to get along great."
Kagome hid her surprise when her dry comment got no response from Sesshoumaru.
Shirokiba cleared his throat, "well,.. About that Kag-chan-" Sesshoumaru growled. "That is, Lady Kagome," Shirokiba said winking, then sighed, "Sesshoumaru-sama, Lord of the Western Lands has honored us by agreeing to protect you."
Kagome started to protest, but Shirokiba cut in, "Kagome, I know that you can take care of yourself, but," Shirokiba said softening his voice, (awwwww…. not) "this is something your father wanted. He asked that Sesshoumaru-sama protect you if there was ever a war." Shirokiba awaited Kagome's answer, knowing full well what it would be. Kagome had loved her father more than life.
Kagome nodded, "You know my answer."
Shirokiba grinned, "sorry I used that against you."
Kagome laughed slightly, "My father would have done the same." The smile faded as Kagome relived a childhood memory.
**FLASHBACK**
~Her father, tall, handsome, still young with dark hair and gray eyes,…… he was laughing loudly…
~Laying in a field of flowers, laughing together…
~They hadn't known who was watching…
** END FLASHBACK**
Kagome mentally shook her head. She shoved the memory deep within, forcing herself to listen to Shirokiba.
"…. now I've got horses, you'll-" Sesshoumaru scoffed while Kagome opened her mouth to say that traveling on foot was probably better. Sesshoumaru beat her to it.
"We will be traveling by foot. That is all you need know. Say your goodbyes and be quick," Sesshoumaru finished as he walked away, disgusted with their behavior.
Kagome and Shirokiba looked at one another.
"Kagome," Shirokiba brought her to him and looked her in the eye. "You will leave. Now. Sesshoumaru-sama will take you somewhere you'll be safe."
Kagome looked back at the remains of Naraku's assassin, then turned back to Shirokiba. Kagome nodded, "If that is what you wish."
"It is. Go now. Get your weapons and go. Anything else will be provided." Shirokiba paused, then hugged her tight, whispering into her ear, "please some back to me."
Sesshoumaru grabbed Kagome by the arm and dragged her back to the house. Kagome let herself be pulled forward, but looked back to grin at Shirokiba, only to find him gone. Sesshoumaru gave her arm another jerk, and she ran ahead into the house.
Kagome went for the hand guns. She liked the feel of one in her hand, knowing they were, in reality, a false security. After getting some ammunition, she retrieved two smalls daggers from her dresser. The blade was long and thin. They were Kagome's favorite weapon, used both to attack and defend. She had become good at disarming even the most skilled swordsman with a flip of her wrist. (try and imagine the knives from the Mummy II- when the girls face off)
Having already holstered one of the guns within easy reach, she secured the blades in a loop at her thigh.
While making her way to the corner of the room, she addressed Sesshoumaru. "Your will have a bow and arrows where we're going?"
Sesshoumaru spared Kagome a glance, "yes."
Kagome nodded.
Having reached the corner, Kagome raised her palm. She ran her finger tips along the grain in the wood.
Sesshoumaru watched as a section of the wall shimmered purple, then faded. He saw an elaborate sword much like the testaiga in its transformed state, though it sported a more sleek, graceful quality. He watched as Kagome lifted the sword and sheathed it on her back.
Sesshoumaru was surprised who could lift the sword, but gave her no credit. He turned his attention back to her when she began speaking.
"I'm sorry I took such a long time. It's just that, well, I don't even know why I carry all this. The sword, which is named tsetsuna by the way, is sooo hard to use. And-"
Sesshoumaru smirked, "of course it is. You're a weak, pathetic excuse for a living being." Sesshoumaru suppressed the urge to roll his eyes, 'how stupid, vocalizing your faults.'
Kagome's smile had faded. Her voice lacked its earlier cheeriness, "We can leave now."
~~*~~* would you believe me if I said that's all? ~~ it's not.~~*~~*~~
Oh! I'd like to thank Sesshomaru13 for his review. No, its obviously not Sango. Hope I updated soon enough. Ja ne!
~~*~~* here you go! Continue……….
They had been traveling for two days, stopping only to make camp in the evenings. They were moving painfully slow, as far as Sesshoumaru was concerned. He was surprised the wench could keep up with him. Though she had seemed winded by the end of the day. In the beginning he had wanted to weary her. She was, after all, another weak, filthy, useless human. Why should he inconvenience himself? But now… 'What is it about this girl? Why does she appear to give off this light? She seems as though she possesses some inner strength. She's a princess isn't she? Why doesn't she complain? That takes the fun out of annoying her. Oh and her incessant talking, will it never end? Doesn't she get the hint when it's a one-sided conversation. …… may be she likes talking to herself…? I must admit, I'm surprised she's kept walking all this time without whining. Well, there was that one time when she asked why we were traveling so fast. All I said was it was necessary to continue moving quickly until we reached our destination… what's with this girl. She didn't even respond…' (It doesn't seem to have occurred to our favorite demon lord that he never responded either.)
Sesshoumaru was brought out of his reverie by the approach of some lesser demon. He stopped, Kagome almost running into him. Kagome peered around in front of him, trying to see what was stopping them.
"Stay behind me, wench. I won't have you getting in the way."
Kagome glared at him, "My name is Kagome. Ka-Go-Me! ( original, ne?) Can't you say that?"
"No. Be quiet. It comes."
Kagome suddenly sensed the approach of a demon. She wondered how she hadn't noticed. It was carrying a rather large shard of the Shikon jewel.
"It has a jewel shard," Kagome warned Sesshoumaru. He didn't listen, but attacked the demon now in his range. The attack would have been fatal, but the demon healed almost instantly with the help of the jewel.
Kagome tried again, "It has- Aaack!" Kagome had moved forward, gaining the attention of the demon. It had rounded on her.
Sesshoumaru moved towards her, "stay back!"
Kagome dodged the demon's attack and drew the blade at her left thigh with her right hand, "oops."
Sesshoumaru growled. ( poor baby, not getting to show off)
"I said sorry!" Kagome said as she brought both blades in front of her.
The demon attacked.
Sesshoumaru drew tensaiga and slashed through the demon midway though its attack. Kagome reacted to its moment of weakness. She brought a blade down through the arm, severing it. Sesshoumaru noticed the blade glowing a slight purple color.
The demon snarled, then collapsed. Kagome ran behind it, then kneeled. Sesshoumaru grabbed hold of her, "that thing is still alive. Move!"
Kagome gave him a withering look, "my spell will only hold him so long, seeing as he has a jewel shard." She reached into the gash in the demon's back and removed a good- sized shard.
The demon disintegrated.
"Do you mind if we stop now?" Kagome asked cheerfully. Sesshoumaru growled.
"I know we need to keep moving, but I'm not used to this type of recreation. I did not have a lot of energy left, and I just used it to stun that demon. I'm not gonna pass out on you, but I won't make it to the Citadel in this condition an-"
Sesshoumaru growled, interrupting her. He moved threateningly closer, "And how do you know that name?"
Kagome looked surprised, "what? The Citadel?"
Sesshoumaru growled again.
Kagome put both hands in front of her, palms perpendicular to the ground as if in surrender. "Sorry, sorry. Didn't realize you were so touchy. No offense."
Sesshoumaru didn't growl, but he wasn't looking any less threatening.
Kagome looked him in the eye. Sesshoumaru realized that she wasn't challenging him. She wanted him to listen; she would allow him to judge whether or not she was a threat.
~~*~~* next time……~~*~~*
"…I won't tell anyone…. Learn to show your sanctuary more respect….Kaede said I needed to face my…….. Sesshoumaru flung the girl into………"
wouldn't you just love it if I finished the sentences? Oh well.
~~* ~~* I'd like to thank my special five reviewers. You're my inspiration. Please keep reading! ~~*~~*
Gofer- I'll try and make sure that my writing isn't as confusing. It was kind of hard to start off, though. Please keep reading though and I would appreciate any further comments.
Suki!- awesome identity! Thanks for the support. Hope you like the next chappie!
'ME' - thanks for everything!!!
Also special thanks to my first reviewer!!! :: drum roll……:: Yura Of The Hair!!! You were my first reviewer and the reason I even posted a second chappie. Thank you soooo much.
~~ I won't be updating again until school is out. I need to concentrate on acing my finals so I can pass my courses. :: grins:: fun-fun. Ja Ne!! ~~