CHAPTER II
Finally, after three months, Kagome graduated. After the ceremony, they hastened back to Japan. Kagome just couldn't remain in America; the twins would be sought. She had high hopes that her grandfather, with his prayers and rituals, can hide the twins from demons. It was only pure luck they were able to hide the twins' appearance from the Liverpools. They were welcomed by Souta, Kagome's brother. It was his first time meeting the twins, and he was so besotted with them the moment they clung to him trustingly. In the car going back home, Souta informed them about their grandfather's activities. Kagome's mother was so annoyed and scowled all the way home.
Upon arrival, the twins immediately jumped out of the car and ran to the temple. Kagome and her mother followed, knowing that the twins were giving their respect there. The minute they entered the temple, they felt the presence of great power, unleashed. Kagome panicked, thinking that some demons came ready to harm her children. In her mid-stride, she was so astonished to what she saw she almost fell. There in the altar, the twins were praying. And from them, the great power she felt radiated.
"They are very powerful, aren't they?" Kagome's mother asked her quietly. Kagome smiled softly. "Yes, just like their father,"Kagome said wistfully. She remembered clearly the man who sired her children, the demon lord who unknowingly healed her by his gifts; their children.
Flashback…..
Kagome was in her knees, cradling the dead body of Inuyasha while crying. Beside him, the Tetsusaiga lie. Sango and Miruko were still fighting Naraku, though they were so weak and full of wounds too. They were in a large clearing, just inside a forest, far west of Sesshomaru's land. Nature was brutal; cold, harsh wind blows while black clouds were collected above them, ready to pour anytime. Around them, trees sway in chaos, leaves swiled anywhere. Not even a sound from a bird or any animal can be heard. Suddenly, Naraku grabbed Sango and threw her to Miruko. Both flew and crashed into a big tree. Kagome screamed in horror, then tried to stand but she collapsed. Naraku was smiling evilly while striding (no! the half-blood was sliding) towards her. " You are going to give Naraku the Shikkon-no-Tama, bitch," he ordered. He was so close that Kagome can even smell his acrid breath. Kagome raised her head mutinously, tears streaming in her beaiyuful eyes. With a swift move, she unleashed all her purifying power, full force, straight to Naraku. The pure mana formed into an arrow hit Naraku, throwing him at the far side of the clearing. Naraku roared in both pain and anger, making the earth tremble. Cautiously, Kagome erected a very strong shield around her and her friends.
With deliberate slowness, Naraku wiped his bloodied nose. Then, with an evil smile forming in his face, he rose. A good five minutes past before Kagome was surprised by Naraku's harsh, delighted laugh. "So, you'll fight me, miko-girl? Then I will give you what you really desire!" he announced cruelly. Before Kagome can react, a blur brought Naraku beside her. The powerful demon tried to slash her defense, almost bringing Kagome in her knees.
Kagome almost cried out in fear. Naraku was slashing her shield, and slowly, she can feel her powers weakening. She swallowed a whimpered and tried to look strong, but Naraku only laughed. Clutching the jewel, Kagome grabbed the Tetsusaiga. The feel of the powerful weapon increased Kagome's confidence. "I will never give you the Shikkon no Tama, Naraku. Never!", Kagome announced, dtermination written in her face. She'll do anything to defeat Naraku, ANYTHING. Her friends are dead already and this might be the only chance she got. No, she'll fight 'til death. Her friends' lives won't go to waste, and she won't let Naraku hurt the others too.
Naraku just grinned evilly. But before he could strike Kagome's shield again, a green, poisonous thread snaked around his arms. He roared in pain and anger. Slowly, he faced the intruder.
"Sesshomaru," Naraku growled. And with lightning's speed, the two demons transformed into their true form. The two roared their battle cries, attacking each other ferociously. The clearing was so small for the two monsterous beinsg and in the course of their battle, crushed trees and rocks in their way. The forest became their battle ground, and even the earth trembled from the power they unleashed.
The two looked equal in power, but Kagome knew better. Sesshomaru was wounded the last time they fought Naraku. He was still recovering from those wounds and the gods only knew what difficulties Sesshomaru was experiencing right now.
Before Kagome could blink, Sesshomaru was thrown by Naraku. This further enraged the demon lord. With a growl, he transformed into his demon form. A very big white dog demon emerged, his eyes burning red.
NAraku, in the other hand, laughed gleefully. 'Now, not only I can have the Shikon no Tama, but also the power of the great Lord Sesshomaru!' the hanyou murmured to himself, grinning evilly.
Without wasting any time, he also transformed into his demon form, a half human, half Spider demon. He extended his feet/tentacles, tying the dog demon. But Sesshomaru howled, causing the Tojin to pulse. It was suddenly lifted by an unknown force, then it slice through Naraku's tentacles, causing it to drop the Sesshomaru.
When Kagome watched the dog demon, she noticed that his eyes became redder. He growled, then jumped at the injured spider-demon.
The battle began again, this time wrecking the whole forest.
Kagome, in the other hand, had placed Inuyasha's head in the ground. She tried to stand, but realized that she can't. When she looked into her legs, she saw a very long wound aspirating a lot of blood. She smiled bitterly, thinking of following her friends the the next world.
But no! Her heart and soul objected. She was the Guardian of the Shikon no Tama, and she have sworn to kill Naraku and restore the peace in this land. She won't fail her friends; Naraku will die tonight, whatever it takes Just then, Sesshomaru came crushing beside her. Her eyes went wide when Sesshomaru transformed once again into his human form. What really compelled her to ran to Sesshomaru was the blood oozing from his wounds, inflicted by Naraku.
When Kagome reached Sesshomaru, she immediately kneeled beside him, inspecting the wounds. Sesshomaru growled menancingly,and Kagome backed down. Just then, she heard Naraku laughed evilly." Surrender, Lord Sesshomaru? He asked mockingly, followed by a hollow laugh.
Sesshomaru growled in response. But what can he do? His energy was slowly ebbing and for once in his life, the demon lord felt panic. He tried to stand up but the miko held him down, firmly. 'Stupid wench!' he said to himself.But before he could chastise Kagome, Sesshomaru saw Naraku heading in their way. He quickly lifted Kagome and positioned them in the center of the clearing. Naraku just laughed. "Do you think you can protect that stupid human in your condition? Ha, you'll be a part of me tonight, Sesshomaru," Naraku said, grinning evilly.
Witnessing everything was Kagome's nightmare. But what really kept her to fight til the end was Sesshomaru. The demon lord was fighting valiantly, and then what was she doing? Just then, Naraku attacked them. Sesshomaru automatically wrapped the girl in his embrace, then jumped into his cloud. But the moment he tried to stand, fell back. Frustration shone into Sesshomaru's eyes, making Kagome smile. 'So, the Ice Prince has a heart,' she concluded.
Naraku growled softly. How can he absorb the bloody dog demon if that woman always interfere. Then without warning, he threw many fireballs in the couples direction.
Just then, Tensaiga pulsed wildly, gaining Kagome's attention. Then it came to he; the only solution on how to kill Naraku….
Hi guys! Hope you enjoy my story. Sorry about Chapter 1, I sort of forgot not to copy a part of Chapter 2. He he…Anyway, the next chapter 'll be longer….See ya! And thank you for reading my story…..Mwahhh!
