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darkflame1516: HIDO EVERYBODY! Whassup?

Inu-Yasha: wtf? What does that mean?

darkflame1516: it means "Hi, everyone. What's up?"

Inu-Yasha: well, you said it stupidly.

darkflame1516: Kagome?

Kagome: sit, boy!

Inu-Yasha: slams into ground

Inu-Yasha: owwwwwww!

darkflame1516 & Kagome: serves you right!

Thank you all so very much for continuing to read this story! I'm posting this chapter because I have one loyal reviewer who KEEPS reviewing and I don't like to disappoint loyal readers. However, if I don't receive some more reviews, I may not post for awhile or I may pull the story all together. So, PLEASE READ AND REVIEW!

NOTICE TO ALL: This story, "Serena's Story: Kagome's Cousin" is one of three. That's right, I'm doing a trilogy. Keep an eye out at the end of my chapters. I may put a summary of Serena's Story: Part 2. (note: that will not be the official title of the story)

Special thanks to all the readers who took the time to review.

Ear-Tweak: I'm glad that u continue to like the story. YEAH FOR ME! And YEAH FOR YOU FOR REVIEWING AGAIN! And yes, strange things are happening to Serena. And as for why she turned into a demon…I advise you that the FULL explanation may not happen until part 2. Thank you once again for reviewing.

And without further adieu…..Chapter 11!

Chapter 11 – The Friend Turned Foe

Kagura looked at Serena as they flew on her feather. The human-turned-demon stared intently at the villages that they passed, an expression of loathing on her face, but she said nothing about her thoughts to Kagura.

Kagura followed Serena's gaze and saw that she was staring at the humans that they were soaring over. So that's it. She hates humans now because she's a demon. Kagura turned her head away from Serena and looked ahead of the feather so that she could make sure they were going in the right direction. I wonder why Naraku would make her into a demon. She wasn't a threat to him as a human, but she has more power now. Why would he want her to be more powerful?

"Kagura." Kagura twitched at the sound of Serena's voice. She hadn't expected her to talk.

"Yes?" she asked, turning to face Serena. I wonder what she wants. Naraku told me to answer her questions, but will she ask any? She doesn't seem interested in where we're going.

"You saved me from Inu-Yasha's attack," Serena said, staring at Kagura.

"Your point?" Kagura said sharply. Serena tilted her head to the side and stared into Kagura's eyes. It made her feel uncomfortable, so she shifted slightly. Serena snapped out of her daze.

"Why did you save me? I would've thought that Naraku would want me to die," Serena said.

"Does it matter? You're alive, are you not?" Kagura asked.

"Yes. But I still wish to know," Serena said, a low growl in her throat. Kagura sighed faintly. I should've known that she'd ask.

"I saved you because Naraku ordered me to," she said, looking away from Serena.

"And now you're taking me to Naraku's hideout, right?" Serena asked. Kagura nodded, not looking at her. "Okay. Whatever." Then Serena began to once more stare at the villages.

She is very...odd. It must be from her transformation. It would certainly show Naraku that he shouldn't play with people's lives if he created an insane demon who won't listen to him. Kagura thought. If I were only so lucky.

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"Please, stop hovering. I will be done when I am done," Kaede said. They took only one step backward. Kaede sighed and bent back down over her patient.

The group was all in Kaede's hut, watching her care for Sango. Miroku held her hand and refused to let it go. Shippo clutched Sango's legs, whispering for her to wake up.

"All of you, please. Lady Kaede needs room to work," Miroku said, never taking his eyes off of Sango. Kagome nodded, then bent down and pried Shippo off of Sango's legs. She carried him out of the hut, Shippo bawling the entire time. Inu-Yasha cast a worried glance at Miroku, then followed Kagome out of the hut.

"Lord monk, you should leave as well," Kaede suggested gently. Miroku shook his head.

"No. I will not leave her side," he declared solemnly. Kaede decided not to press the issue and began to work around him.

Sango…He thought longingly. I promise that I won't let you get hurt again. I swear on my very life that I won't let Serena get away with hurting you. I will make her pay if it is the last thing I do.

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"I can't hear anything," Inu-Yasha said, straining his ears to pick up any sound in the hut.

"That's because they know you're listening, Inu-Yasha," Shippo said. Inu-Yasha bonked him on the head. Shippo cried out and then the two started fighting.

Kagome ignored the squabbling and stared towards the setting sun. Serena... She thought. Is it too late to help you? Where are you, cousin?

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Serena climbed off of the feather. She looked at the castle that she and Kagura now stood in front of. A petite white demon walked toward them, holding a mirror.

"Naraku wants to see her," the demon said. Serena sniffed at her, but could detect no scent.

"Thanks, Kanna. Lead the way," Kagura said. Kanna turned around and began walking back into the castle. Serena looked back at Kagura, who motioned for her to follow Kanna. Serena huffed before walking after the small demon. The trio marched through Naraku's bleak castle like a demented parade, with Kagura bringing up the rear. Serena felt a knot tighten in her stomach.

When the procession reached Naraku's chamber, Kanna paused. She turned around to face Serena. Her small pale hand drew back the curtain and stared straight at Serena with blank eyes. Serena headed into the room, brushing past the small girl. Kagura followed Serena once more and this time, Kanna brought up the rear.

Serena stopped in front of a demon with a powerful aura.

"Naraku," she snarled. He smiled at her.

"How good to see you once more," Naraku said, rising from his seat on the floor. Kagura and Kanna had stayed by the door and upon hearing Naraku's words, Kagura looked at the girl she had brought. She has already met Naraku? But...how? Kagura thought.

"What are you talking about?" Serena asked. Naraku wagged a long finger at her.

"Don't play dumb with me. You may look like an innocent schoolgirl, but we both know that it is just an act. No matter what body you inhabit, you are still mine, Iokji," Naraku said, getting in close to Serena's face. It was all Kagura could do to keep from gasping aloud. Iokji possessed Serena? I never thought that he'd be able to pull that trick off!

"It was worth a try," Serena snarled. "You may own me, but you don't control this body. Even now, she resists me at every turn but you can't control her. Only I have that power."

Growing angry, Naraku squeezed something inside his fist. Serena fell to the floor gasping, her hand over her heart.

"Know this Iokji. No matter what body you reside within, you can never escape my control! I have given you life and I can take it back just as easily," Naraku whispered in a deadly voice.

"Yes, master," Serena gasped. She rose to her feet. "Allow me to repent for my insolence. Let me kill Inu-Yasha for you."

"Yes, you will kill him," Naraku said, his voice dripping with venom. Serena bowed and turned to leave. "But remember this. The blade of Inu-Yasha's sword can destroy you completely, Iokji. Use caution or he shall end your eternal existence."

"Yes, master." Serena left on those words. Naraku sat back down.

"Let us see how well Iokji will fare against Inu-Yasha this time."

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Where are you, Serena?

"I hope Koga can bring us back good news," Kagome said. Inu-Yasha and Shippo immediately stopped fighting.

"What!" Inu-Yasha shouted. "You're actually trusting Koga against Serena!"

"Yes, I am. I have faith that he won't let me down."

"And why the hell do you believe in him!" Inu-Yasha screamed.

"Because he will do anything to keep me happy. And if he lets me down..."

"It makes perfect sense to me," Shippo piped up.

"Why you little..." Inu-Yasha and Shippo once more resumed fighting.

Please be okay, Serena. Please!

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Hope you liked it. I know it's short, but I have a kinda long scene coming up and it just didn't fit right in this chapter. If you did like it, or if you didn't, or if you saw any errors (of any kind), please hit that little button down there and leave a review. The next chapter will be coming soon, but I'm hoping to get at least 3 more reviews before I post it. So, please review and stay tuned for Chapter 12!