Disclaimer: I still don't own Inuyasha
Naraku's mansion loomed in the distance. His eyes scanned the distance, 'Kana!' At his call the ghostly girl slipped into view. 'Yes, Lord Naraku?' ' Send Kohaku out to the village by the bone eater's well. I have a message for the girl's friends to deliver to Inuyasha.' 'Yes my lord, it shall be done.
Kagome's vision was blurred and her eyelids felt heavy. She tried to move, but even a small swish of her tail drained her of her precious energy. A yawn escaped her as she struggled to stand, but to no avail. She imagined the sight of her would remind somebody of a newborn pup. She wiggled about with eyes closed searching to get out of whatever it was putting such a strain on her.
Naraku had just sent Kohaku off when he sensed Kagome's breathing becoming more labored. 'So, she's finally awakened.' Truth be told, her lack of unconsciousness thrilled him to no end. She was awake so soon after the inhalation of so much poison… this would prove interesting. He had deposited her sleeping form in his bedchambers while he had attended to Kohaku. It was time to formally introduce himself to the miko.
Kagome's ears perked at the sound of footsteps. Her mind was so foggy it was all she could do to remember who she was. Her nose strained to smell the stranger's scent but all that she could sense was the sickening poison that was embedded in her fur. She dared not think of returning to her humanoid form; she had no idea what she was up against. That was of course, before she heard its voice. "Hello Kagome, I've heard so much about you. I'm sure you know by now that my name is Lord Naraku. You are currently in my mansion, I hope you find it, comfortable enough." Kagome opened her eyes and glared at Naraku. It was him, the real Naraku. His hair reached the floor as he crouched awaiting her reaction. She wanted to slaughter him, to send him to hell with one swipe of her paws. But at her current state, the only thing she could manage was a snarl and hateful glance.
"Now now Kagome. That is no way to treat your host." Naraku stood and began to walk towards Kagome's form. "Perhaps you would prefer to be in your human form. It must be less draining than this. Although," his hands began to stroke her back, "if you insist on this form, perhaps I too should change." Kagome's face clouded as she envisioned how Naraku, a half demon would act when transformed Inuyasha! "No!" Her form reverted back to that of a human youkai. She did admit that it was less straining, though she was wary of her defenselessness.
As soon as she reverted to her human form the net disappeared. "You shall learn to submit to me miko. Look around you, I see not Inuyasha or your friends. Only me. This is your new home Kagome, and I, am your master." Rage ignited in her sapphire eyes, "Never!" Her claws were deflected as she was thrown against the stone wall. "Priestess, you shall learn not to cross me. I will allow your little outbursts for now, but do not try my patience. It would be a shame for me to have to destroy such a flawless figure. Kagome's skin tensed as he slid his fingers along her exposed neckline. "What a pity for Inuyasha that he did not mark you, I suppose I shall have to teach him a lesson." Inhaling a sharp breath, Kagome winced as Naraku flashed his fangs. 'Midoriko! Where are you! I can't summon my powers, what am I to do!' Kagome's thoughts screamed inside of her head like the rage of war. She knew Midoriko's soul was being withheld by the spell over the castle, but Kagome's mind was in overdrive; she had to find a way out of here, fast.
Feeling Naraku's breath stirring the hairs on her neck, Kagome jerked her exposed neck away from him. There was no way in hell she was about to let Naraku mark her, nope, sorry mister, that spot is reserved.
She resists me? How coy. She will learn soon, she is mine, and there is no way I'm letting her escape. Before the week is out, we will be one; I will have this miko.
Naraku had decided that he would allow her freedom once, just this once. Kagome awoke to the sound of Kanna's voice. "Excuse me Mi Lady but it is time for your bath." Kagome looked down at herself and grimaced when she noticed the filth caked on her clothes and skin.
The mansion's halls and corridors were dark and gloomy and were in their own way, a testament to who exactly it was that owned this mansion. Kagome had been following Kanna through what seemed an innumerable number of passageways before she finally stopped before a large oak door.
Inside, Kagome was surprised to find a room full of light and warmth. Steam drifted over the Hot Springs edges and light seemed to pour in from the high windows. However, despite the warmth of the room, Kagome couldn't help but shiver as she sensed his aura enter the room. "Do you like it pet? It is a gift, a token of my … affection." Kagome's eyes narrowed as she felt him lean against her. His long hair spilling around her own. He cooed into her ear as if the two were lovers. Kagome merely turned her head to the side and in a chilling tone, "you disgust me Naraku, remove yourself at once before I have the pleasure of doing it for you." There was a pause in which Naraku released a small hiss before retreating a step. "Hmm, I had hoped you to be feisty, yet do not confuse this trait with that of disobedience for I assure you I will not." Kagome had yet to face him though she could sense his heated gaze. "I leave this for your enjoyment Miko, I shall see you soon." Kagome's eyes burned as she turned to slash the hanyou's form. Yet in his stead was … Rin?
"Ka-Kagome-san? Is that you?" Her face was streaked from her previous tears. Kagome knelt as she opened her arms for the little girl. "Kagome-san, Rin has been so lonely. No matter how many times Rin calls for Sesshoumaru-sama he does not come! Rin was so scared, Rin misses Jaken and Sesshoumaru-sama!" Kagome stroked the young girl's hair as she attempted to calm her. Noticing that Rin too was in dire need of a bath she ushered the young girl to join her in the Hot Springs in hopes that it would help in calming the poor girl's nerves.
After ridding themselves of their dirty kimonos and cleansing their hair and bodies they emerged from the Hot Spring in search of their clothes. Kanna suddenly entered, eyes downcast, carrying two beautiful silk kimonos, one for each of her master's captives.
Kagome kept a tight grasp on Rin's hand as the two were led through even more corridors back to Kagome's room. Only this time when Kagome entered she noted that the room had been cleaned and was much more hospitable despite the fact that Naraku was awaiting their arrival. "What is it you desire of myself and Rin Naraku?" Kagome's chin was slightly raised as she glared at the hanyou. "I should think your reason for being here was most obvious Kagome, as for Rin, I have discovered that the Mighty Lord Sesshoumaru has a weakness for this ningen and as such would do anything for her." Kagome's eyes narrowed as she realized that what Naraku had said was the truth. " As I said before, you Naraku, disgust me. I despise your very being and would rather die than become the mate of such a lowly creature." Naraku's gaze flashed red "that can be arranged miko!" His hand was suddenly at Rin's throat, "Miko I give you one choice, I have …a meeting with an old friend of yours in a few short hours and I believe they would be greatly relieved to see you there, alive. However unless both you and the ningen take this potion you will never set foot outside of this mansion!" Kagome winced as she heard Rin whimper as Naraku pushed against the tender skin of her throat. "Give me the potion."
OK, look peeps, I luv ur reviews and I know that ur all wonderin where Sess is but I promise you, he's coming soon! Very soon, like as in next chapter soon, so keep ur pants on would ya! Lol ahm, now for some review responses:
White Tiger Princess: Thx so much for the review Most of you questions will be answered in the next chapter but I better warn you, ya might not like what's gonna happen… ah! Plz don't hate me!
Taeniaea: Thx for the review! Always love the feedback
Blackstorm50: Thx for the review. I know what you mean, that's what I'm prayin I don't get. But if I do I'll prob be emailing some of you guys for advice on which direction I should go with next.
Youkolover: I like youko too! Total hottie, I must have a thing for really tall muscular guys with white hair. Lol, anyways, thanks for the review
Blackangelblood: Now that is a kind of review I like!
Gothic- Slytherin: Ok, I realize what category it's in, and yes, I put it there for a reason. It is a S K fic, he's coming in really soon. And thx for the tips on the Jap. hints, but most of em are typos. But thx anyway