A/N: Alright, I am back with the 8th installment of Trust. Have fun, not much fluff, but now we know that Sanzo dear likes Goku!

Trust

Chapter 8: Spellbound

The Sanzo-ikkou soon met up with the crone in the clearing in which they had met, all five carrying bulging bags of plants. The men set them down in front of the woman, "There," Sanzo grumbled, "We gathered your plants, now feed the monkey and let us go. Better yet, we'll just go."

He turned to leave, "Stop yourself right there, sonny," the crone said.

The preist turned, "And why should I?"

She grinned, "Because I can grant your deepest desire."

Sanzo paused, then snorted, "Like hell."

Hakkai reached out to Sanzo, "She's an old woman," he whispered, "Humor her."

Sanzo growled, "Fine." He turned to the woman, "You have five minutes. Go."

She laughed, "First off, my name is Desire."

Gojyo leaned over to Hakkai, "I sure don't," he whispered. Hakkai began to giggle.

She continued, "I can grant any wish, fulfill any desire. The wish-magic in me is very strong. Come here, sir youkai." She beckoned to Hakkai.

Hakkai stepped forward, "Yes, madam?"

She chuckled, "You wish for her, don't you? Your lost lover. Yet…there is another you wish for too, that half-breed there."

Hakkai laughed nervously, "No, you're wrong, she is gone and he is not. He is who I want, no longer her."

Desire cackled, "Your heart says otherwise, you long for her body, you miss those innocent touches of hers, don't you?"

Hakkai looked down, "I long for her because I could not save her. I could not save her from her undeserving fate, I never said goodbye."

The crone looked at him and frowned, "You lie, now come forth young demon of the earth."

Goku looked at Sanzo, who raised an eyebrow at him. Goku went up to her, "I do not desire anything." he raised his chin at her.

"Ah, young one, you lie to not only yourself, but your companions as well. I know what you want. That priest, he captivates your heart, as does the golden one of your dreams. You also desire the lost memories of your past. I can give them all back, young one."

Goku stumbled back, "No you can't…those things…I need to get them myself. Not through someone else."

She chuckled, "But dearest demon, I can do it, I have the power."

"I c-c-can't." Goku stuttered before retreating near Hakkai.

The crone sighed, "You, blondie, your turn."

Sanzo glared at her, but moved anyway, "What do you see in my desires? Wait, no, I'll tell you. I want the monkey, I want Komyouu Sanzo alive and well. Anything else you'd like to spill to my wonderful companions?"

Desire raised an eyebrow, "Very well, priest, it seems as though you are very in tune with your heart. Now for you, half-breed."

Sanzo sat next to Goku, a smug expression on his face, "Wipe the smirk off, blondie!" Desire yelled. He glared.

She turned to Gojyo, "And we come to the half breed, one wanted by no one, feared and loathed by everyone. You, my dear, want acceptance. You wish for a loving mother, a brother and father who played important roles in your life. The life of a normal person of pure blood, demon or human."

Gojyo shook his head, "Yes, I do want that, but I crave this life more."

Desire narrowed her eyes, "Suit yourselves, I see my services go unwanted."

She turned and began to walk away, "Wait," called a voice. The group was surprised when Goku rose from his seat, "I want what you offer, I need to know of my life before this. Please, give it to me."

Desire grinned and before the eyes of the Sanzo-ikkou, she seemed to transform. Black and blue light surrounded her. Wrinkles disappeared, skin turned younger, fingers elongated, breasts rose and teeth grew white. This continued until a young woman was standing before them. She was tall for a woman, about 5'8" and had blue skin and piercing silver eyes. She grinned almost sadistically, "So mote it be!" she cried and a light flashed.

When they could see again, Goku was collapsed against a log in the clearing. Sanzo's famous rage broke out ten-fold, "WHAT DID YOU DO TO HIM!" He screamed, drawing his gun.

She laughed, "I gave him what he truly…desired," she whispered the last word.

Sanzo clicked the safety off, "Bitch," he snarled, "Where is he." he demanded.

Desire looked at him, "I'll show you." she said softly. The smile came again as did the light.

Hakkai and Gojyo saw Sanzo's form next to Goku's, holding on to him as if for dear life. Gojyo summoned his sickle, "Don't you dare pull that shit with me you whore, I'll fuck you up." he sent the weapon flying at her. She neatly dodged it and raised her hand to summon that light again. Gojyo jumped away from the center, but it grazed him.

When he landed, he stumbled and fell to one knee. Hakkai rushed to support him and Gojyo immediately fell against his friend, "Kai…I feel…tired, I want to sleep now." he mumbled into Hakkai's chest.

Hakkai shook him, "No! We don't know what will happen! Look at Sanzo and Goku!"

Gojyo shook his head, "They aren't hurt…they're just…remembering. It's nice, I want to…follow…" Gojyo's voice trailed off as he went limp.

Hakkai lay him down, where he proceeded to make sure Gojyo was still alive. Thank the gods, he was. His pulse was steady, but he did not appear to be…there. Hakkai stood, fury burning in his eyes, "How dare you take them! They are not yours to steal!" He sent a ki blast at the now laughing woman.

"You think you can best me, human turned demon? I think not, I am older than the oldest demon! I am a base of your emotion! I am desire! It lives in all of you, and I control all! YOU. CAN. NOT. WIN!" She threw the blast back at Hakkai, sending him slamming into a tree. He slumped down, blood trickling from a shallow gash on his shoulder.

Desire cackled and with a last raise of her hand, the last of the Sanzo-ikkou was sent whirling into the past.

A/N: Ok, I know this is short, but believe me, it gets better. The next 4 chapters will each focus on each member. They're all in different illusions, but eventually they'll start to intertwine with each other. I actually haven't decided whether to make four long chapters, or eight shorter chapters. Eight shorter ones would be easier, so I just might do that.

I've also decided that before I post a chapter I'll have the following one written. That way, should I get writer's block and have a hard time thinking, I'll have a back up for everyone. So yes, when this is posted I'll have chapter nine done. However, if anyone nags me about posting in since it's done, then it shall be an extra week before I post. See? You complain, you fuck everyone over. I post when I'm good and ready, and those naggers out there aren't going to change that.

Now, because I love you, I'm going to start on Chapter 9.