A/N: Helloooo! Is anybody here? (Pauses to listen for the angry shouts of neglected readers.) (Silence is all that reaches the timid ears of the wary author.) I guess I've been away for quite sometime haven't I? (sighs) I know I haven't updated any of my stories in like two years, but there's a good reason I swear! You see I'm a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (i.e. the Mormons) And for the past two years I've been on a mission. If you knew anything about the church you'd know what I was talking about. For those that don't, a mission is when we young 19 year old men take two years of our lives and dedicate them to the Lord and bringing people into the church. We pretty much completely cut ourselves off from the world. No TV, computers, video games or movies is just a small part of that. So I haven't been able to continue my stories. But I'm back now and I plan to finish this and my other story. So I hope there are still a few of you left out there who haven't completely abandoned it. So, I guess without further ado, I give you the next chapter of my little horror story. Enjoy! (laughs maniacally) I know I left off at a pretty suspenseful spot. We'll have to see what happens to poor Kagome? Hee Hee Hee! This is so fun!
Disclaimer: I in no shape or form own Inuyasha or the movie Jeepers Creepers. So no sue me please!
23 Days to Live
Chapter 5: No Fear
Inuyasha skidded to a halt in the musty hallway as an unearthly wail reached his sensitive ears. His heart clenched within his chest as he felt the despair, the inexplicable horror that the scream carried within it. 'Kagome!' He mentally cried as he tore down corridors, overturning tables, crashing through doors as he sought the source of the sound. It went on for a few more agonizing moments before abruptly cutting off with a strangled moan. The silence that followed seemed even more deafening now.
Inuyasha stopped and cocked his ear, trying to trace the vibrations made by Kagome's cry. When nothing met his ears he angrily slammed his fist into the nearest wall. " God Damnit! Where the hell are you, you bastard! Come out and fight me! You better not lay a finger on her or I swear I'll send you straight back to hell!" He collapsed to one knee, his despair and grief overwhelming his senses. He couldn't find her. He couldn't save her, and he only prayed that she was still alive somewhere in this Gods forsaken maze.
Kagome screamed until she could no longer make a sound. Overwhelmed by her fear and hopelessness she sagged against her chains, darkness enveloping her senses. Across the room the Creeper was just finishing up his snack, when he noticed that her wailing had ceased. He was slightly disappointed that she was no longer screaming. The delicious fear that had been rolling off of her in waves had been heavenly. But even though she had lost consciousness, he could still smell her fear. She must have been locked within her own nightmares, he reasoned with a sinister grin. Even within her dreams she could not seem to escape him.
He loomed closer to her, watching her face contort in silent horror, slick sweat dripping from her pale skin. He still held the wicked dagger that he had used on the other girl, the blade still stained with her blood. He looked from it to her, and back again.
He wanted to hurt her.
Not enough to kill her, just enough to make those beautiful screams pass her lips again. He smirked as he raised the blade above her head, preparing to give her a 'rude awakening'. The knife arced downwards, a feral light entering his eyes as it came closer to her exposed flesh.
"God damnit! Where are you, you bastard?" The knife clattered to the floor as the monster jumped in surprise. He hissed as he heard the challenge from the intruder that seemed to have entered his lair. He glanced at his prize, wondering who could be looking for her, until realization dawned in his glowing eyes.
There had been someone who arrived just as he had taken off with his prey. He had definitely seen a flash of silver and crimson. Frowning, he wondered how anyone could have followed them all the way here, especially in the night. He snapped back to reality when he heard another angry outburst come from the floors above. His pride flared as he discerned the challenge in the fool's voice. So he wanted to fight? Every being that had ever opposed him had met the same fate. Each had perished at his claws, and had become a part of him. Cracking his knuckles he glanced upward with a leer. He was going to enjoy this. It had been quite some time since anyone had sought to challenge him. Glancing at the girl one more time he stalked to a nearby closet and threw open the metal doors. Within was an odd assortment of wicked looking weapons. He took a twin bladed ax from one of the shelves and lovingly stroked the smooth wooden shaft. Placing it in his coat he selected a few more items of choice before closing the doors once more. Pausing at the door he looked once more over his shoulder, staring at his prisoner.
"I'll be back soon."
His raspy voice didn't seem to stir her from her slumber. With one last smirk he flicked off the light switch and disappeared into the gloom, one thought on his mind, 'And then the fun will really begin' Cackling into the darkness he headed for the stairs, and for the much anticipated hunt.
"Another damn hallway." Growled the frustrated hanyou. Was there no end to this place? Inuyasha had been searching for what felt like hours and he had still sensed neither hide nor hair of Kagome or her captor. He hadn't heard anything since the terrible scream, and he was beginning to fear the worst. 'No, don't think things like that!' He mentally scolded himself. Kagome was going to be alright. They were going to escape this hell hole, and he was going to personally tear the bastard that had done this to her into little pieces. Inuyasha balled his hand into a fist, and once more suppressed his anger, trying to put his entire mind to the task ahead. He had to find her first. Nothing was going to happen until he found her. And he knew that if he found her, the thing that had grabbed her would definitely be close by. As he continued down the hallway, Inuyasha was suddenly overcome with a horrible dread. It was as if the light within the room suddenly dimmed, and he felt the hairs on the back of his neck stand on end. Something was coming, he could feel it.
Something evil was very near.
It had been so easy. He had not even had to really look for the arrogant little fool. He was making enough noise as it was, overturning tables, and crashing through door after door. So it had not even been a challenge to locate him. Now he stood at the doorway into the next room. He had been tracking the boy silently through the shadows, following the sounds of his footsteps. He turned the corner silently, and caught sight of his quarry. He now understood what those flashes of silver and crimson had been earlier that night. The man had long silver hair that reached to the small of his back. And his clothes were blood red, but seemed to look odd for some reason.
He scoffed as he took in his enemy's appearance. He was no more than a boy, probably slightly older than the girl even. Perhaps this would not be much of a challenge after all. He sniffed the air softly, detecting the boy's emotions. He felt frustration, anger, anxiety, and a great deal more coming from his body. But there was no fear, absolutely none. He smirked in the darkness. So, did the cocky idiot think this was some sort of game? That he would merely find the girl, defeat the enemy and live happily ever after? Perhaps this would be more interesting than he first anticipated. It was going to be quite enjoyable to break him, to see him quake in terror. Unable to resist any longer, he crept silently down the hall towards his unsuspecting victim. Inch by inch he came closer, the boy never moving once. He just seemed to be standing there, lost in thought, or maybe just lost. The monster prided himself on his abilities of stealth. Any moment now and he would be upon him. Closer, closer, just a few more feet. He could already hear the frightened shrieks in his mind, taste the sweet blood on his lips.
"So, you finally decided to show yourself?"
The Creeper recoiled from the gruff voice as if he had been dealt a blow. The boy turned himself around, facing him fully. He must have noticed the surprised look in the monster's eyes, because his smirk widened. And he continued in a taunting voice, "What? Are you surprised that I knew you were coming? Idiot, I could smell you a mile away." His gaze hardened, his amber eyes blazing in the darkness. Their gazes locked, and he seemed unfazed by the monster that stood before him as he growled sharply. "What have you done with Kagome?" He snarled, anger pulsing from his body like a tidal wave.
The Creeper didn't even seem to hear him. He was too shocked. Over and over in his mind the same mantra kept playing. 'There's no fear, absolutely none. No fear, no fear. He doesn't fear me!' Such a thing had never happened in his countless years of existence. It wasn't right! He was a boy, a mere child. Why wasn't he trembling! Why wasn't he running for his life! Fury welled up within him, as one thought entered his mind. He must die. He must feel pain, he must feel FEAR! With a piercing shriek he answered his opponent with a powerful lunge, clawed fingers outstretched, ready to rip out his heart.
Inuyasha was prepared for the attack. Every muscle in his body tensed as he realized what the monster was about to do. He smirked as it recklessly lunged for him, senses blinded by pride and anger. He nimbly dodged to the left, the creature's right arm passing harmlessly over his shoulder. In a flash he whipped out his hand and grabbed its upper arm. The monster seemed surprised as he shifted his weight, carrying himself with the momentum of its attack. With a roar, Inuyasha threw the monster over his shoulder with all of his might, sending it hurtling down the hall. It slammed into a nearby wooden desk, shrieking in agony as it continued to roll and bounce across the floor. Finally it crashed into the opposite wall, crumpling lifelessly to the ground
"Keh" Inuyasha spat in disdain. "What a weakling. I won't even need Tetsusaiga to handle this wimp." He walked toward his fallen foe, arms crossed in front of him as he stood over its motionless form. He couldn't believe such a weak demon had caused him so much trouble. After this, he wasn't going to let Kagome out of his sight ever again. Stupid wench, always getting into trouble. And he always had to bail her out.
Inuyasha's attention again shifted back to his foe man, who seemed to be rising back to its feet. He felt the monster's hateful gaze try to bore into his skull. It's beady little eyes blazing in fury. He returned the glare with his own, not intimidated in the least. "Like I said before demon, where are you keeping Kagome?" It just snarled at him again, the leathery spines around the neck flaring in a threatening way. Inuyasha just scoffed at the display. " You don't scare me idiot. So quit it with the dramatics, and just tell me where you're keeping my friend." He was answered by another angry attack, this time the demon slashing wildly with its sharp claws. Inuyasha dodged every thrust, waiting for an opening to strike. He found his chance when the demon attempted a wide hook aimed for his head. He ducked beneath it and planted a fist in the creatures scaly stomach. He heard a sickening crunch and followed up with a powerful uppercut, catching his enemy under the chin. It flew back again, crashing through the wall into the next hallway, creating a gaping hole in the wall after it. Inuyasha jumped through the hole, approaching his once more felled opponent. He sighed in irritation. This was getting annoying and he really wanted to find Kagome so he could just kill this weakling already.
He watched the motionless figure for a few moments. It didn't make a sound, didn't move a finger. It's chest didn't even rise or fall with its breathing. 'Maybe I killed it?' He thought. If it was dead from a simple blow like that, then it really was weak. He approached cautiously, eyes never leaving the prostrate body. It definitely smelled like something dead, he thought trying not to gag from the horrible stench. With one robed arm covering his sensitive nose, he moved closer. Nudging it with his foot, Inuyasha tensed for an attack, but nothing happened. 'I guess I really did kill it. Damn, now I can't find out where it's keeping Kagome, or even if she's still alive.' He kicked it sharply, but still it didn't stir. "Stupid thing." He growled, before sighing softly. "Well, I guess I'd better start looking." He turned his back and began walking down the hall, beginning his search.
He hadn't taken more than five steps when he heard the rustle of clothing behind him. Inuyasha whirled in alarm, but it was too late. He saw the creature's arm whip out and a glimmer of steel before he felt something sharp impact his right shoulder. He staggered back, and gasped as he felt two more objects lodge themselves into his body. One hit his left leg, and the other struck his abdomen. "I guess it wasn't dead after all." He muttered as he doubled over painfully, clutching his stomach. He sank to one knee, gasping as his wounds began to burn with an unquenchable fire. His vision beginning to blur slightly, Inuyasha was able to look up from the haze of pain and shock, just in time to see the glint of steel as the blade of an axe descended on his head.
A/N: And that's it for chapter 5. It was a little longer than usual, and I hope you enjoyed it. I'm trying to make the story have a sense of suspense, like the movie. Sorry it ended in a cliffie, but you gotta love the suspense ne? Well, I think that'll do. I'll be sure to have another chapter up soon. Did you like the battle scene? I like detail when I write fight scenes, so it's almost like you can see the action in your own head. But if it's too lengthy just tell me. I'm always open to suggestions. And as always, feel free to review, criticize, or flame. Just give me some feedback. It really does wonders for one's motivation. Ja!