To Fulfill One's Destiny
Chapter 13- For the Safety of a Daughter
Sesshomaru burst into the clearing to find Maria and Rin in a demon's clutches and another person he was not glad to see.
"Naraku."
"So glad you could join us Lord Sesshomaru. As you can see, we've waited for you."
"What is the meaning of this."
"I wish to strike a deal with you, but as you would obviously unwilling because of our last pact..."
Wait, Sesshomaru made a pact with Naraku? Kagome never told me this.
"...I've made it an offer you cannot refuse. Unless, of course, you would wish them to suffer."
"I'M NOT HIS MATE YOU IDIOT."
With that statement, Sesshomaru looked up at Maria in secret astonishment.
"Tweedledee and Tweedledum can't seem to get this fact through their heads."
"That's what Lord Nara..."
"Forget what I told you and be silent. Lord Sesshomaru, I ask for three simple things in return for the safety of your companions."
"I am listening."
"Inuyasha's pieces of the sacred jewel, the sword of your father Tetsusaiga, and, your brother's head to be precise."
"ARE YOU CRAZY."
All turned to face Maria again.
Sesshomaru spoke "Maria."
"No, I won't listen to this. I won't have you even consider this because of my carelessness."
She bit the monster's hand and leapt his other when he released her in pain. Snatching Rin, she vaulted to the ground, landing almost perfectly several feet behind Naraku. "Listen, I won't be used as a tool against him. You want a deal, settle it with me."
Amused, Naraku turned and faced her fully, noting her features and attitude.
He smiled and pondered a moment.
What is she thinking?
"For the safety of your daughter, you will leave this forest with me."
Sesshomaru narrowed his eyes and growled almost imperceptibly.
"When Rin is given to Sesshomaru, I will leave this forest with you."
Naraku's eyes flashed in a cold gleam and he nodded. Maria ignored it and looked pointedly at Sesshomaru to stay out of it.
Motioning for the demon minions to step aside, Naraku strolled towards Maria as she urged Rin to move, then watched her daughter run to Sesshomaru's side.
Still facing Sesshomaru, she stated: "You may claim your prize."
A smirk remained on his borrowed face. "Indeed I shall."
As Sesshomaru started forward, Naraku looped his arm around her waist and drew her to him while the winds picked up and surrounded them.
He caught one last glimpse of her face fixed in steadfast resignation before the storm cloud blocked them from his view.
They were gone.
Chapter 13- For the Safety of a Daughter
Sesshomaru burst into the clearing to find Maria and Rin in a demon's clutches and another person he was not glad to see.
"Naraku."
"So glad you could join us Lord Sesshomaru. As you can see, we've waited for you."
"What is the meaning of this."
"I wish to strike a deal with you, but as you would obviously unwilling because of our last pact..."
Wait, Sesshomaru made a pact with Naraku? Kagome never told me this.
"...I've made it an offer you cannot refuse. Unless, of course, you would wish them to suffer."
"I'M NOT HIS MATE YOU IDIOT."
With that statement, Sesshomaru looked up at Maria in secret astonishment.
"Tweedledee and Tweedledum can't seem to get this fact through their heads."
"That's what Lord Nara..."
"Forget what I told you and be silent. Lord Sesshomaru, I ask for three simple things in return for the safety of your companions."
"I am listening."
"Inuyasha's pieces of the sacred jewel, the sword of your father Tetsusaiga, and, your brother's head to be precise."
"ARE YOU CRAZY."
All turned to face Maria again.
Sesshomaru spoke "Maria."
"No, I won't listen to this. I won't have you even consider this because of my carelessness."
She bit the monster's hand and leapt his other when he released her in pain. Snatching Rin, she vaulted to the ground, landing almost perfectly several feet behind Naraku. "Listen, I won't be used as a tool against him. You want a deal, settle it with me."
Amused, Naraku turned and faced her fully, noting her features and attitude.
He smiled and pondered a moment.
What is she thinking?
"For the safety of your daughter, you will leave this forest with me."
Sesshomaru narrowed his eyes and growled almost imperceptibly.
"When Rin is given to Sesshomaru, I will leave this forest with you."
Naraku's eyes flashed in a cold gleam and he nodded. Maria ignored it and looked pointedly at Sesshomaru to stay out of it.
Motioning for the demon minions to step aside, Naraku strolled towards Maria as she urged Rin to move, then watched her daughter run to Sesshomaru's side.
Still facing Sesshomaru, she stated: "You may claim your prize."
A smirk remained on his borrowed face. "Indeed I shall."
As Sesshomaru started forward, Naraku looped his arm around her waist and drew her to him while the winds picked up and surrounded them.
He caught one last glimpse of her face fixed in steadfast resignation before the storm cloud blocked them from his view.
They were gone.