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"Battle Against the Dark Hearts"
By Night Youkai
Chapter 4
Kagome returned to the common room not wanting to eat after such a display. Plus the fact she was upset with Harry. She really didn't want to see him right now. Yet fate didn't want to see that way because that's whom she was waiting for her. She tried to ignore him and go to bed, but he blocked her way.
"Kagome, will you please tell what I did wrong before you go off hating me forever!" Harry pleaded. Kagome was furious. Still having the crumpled torn note in her hand, she threw it at him.
"That's what you did! You have no Idea what you have done; what your selfness has cost him!"
"What do you mean? I didn't do anything to any one."
"Well let me enlighten you Mr. Potter. Your not the only on with a past and an enemy wanting to kill you. Inuyasha is a half- demon. His family was slaughtered his brother barely saved him. He lived long enough to bring Inuyasha to the dark forest before return to the battle. Unlike you Inuyasha can't hide himself in the muggle world. And unlike you humans and demons hate him and seek his death for just being a half-breed. So while you have friends, fame and a bright future he has no one but the dark forest and me.
"That little stunt you pulled ripping up my note forced him to reveal himself. Now tomorrow he's going to be forced to walk in the light and it's all your fault. Why? Why Harry? Why did you tear my note up?" She looked deep in his green eyes looking for answers for his betrayal, but finding nothing but a lost soul with no clue on how to get home.
"I'm sorry. I . . . I just for you to be safe. The dark forest is . . ."
"Dangerous I know I'm under Inuyasha's protection. I placed that note fifteen feet in to the forest. Which means you were following me. Which you had no right to do. What did you hope to accomplish by destroying me note?"
" I guess I wasn't . . . at the time I thought who ever it was for would think you wouldn't come back. So you would stay out of danger." Harry knew he ruined their friendship by his petty jealousy. He once had a slight crush on Kagome in their second year, but she never return his affections. Her heart always seemed to be elsewhere. "How did you know it was me?" he asked glancing at the torn parchment at his feet.
"I guessed it was you when he said 'this in is the last time you'll ever invade my forest home.' then I asked Inuyasha and he confirmed it. You should learn something about dog-demons before you go pissing them off. Your scent was all over the note almost drowning out the scent I left form him to follow. You have been to the forest often enough that he knew your scent. He knew instantly that you ripped the note. That was the last straw that pushed him to show himself to humans. From now on Harry just leave us alone. That goes for you two as well" Kagome walked over to the fireplace and grabbed what looked like thin air. Pulling she had the invisibility cloak in her hand and two Gryffindors in front of her. Ron, Hermione. I hope you two got what I said." Too stunned to talk the two teens just nodded their heads. "Good. I'm going to bed so everyone Just leave me alone." Tossing the cloak on a near by chair Kagome stormed up the stairs to be for some much needed sleep.
"Well what happens now? She's most likely never going to speak to us ever again." Ron pouted. He once had a small crush on Kagome, but she turned out to be a friend he needed when he found he had feelings for Hermione.
"I don't know I've never seen her so upset before." replied Hermione. She felt bad about what happen, but she was stunned that Kagome had befriended a demon in the dark forest. Kagome had a kind heart and any one could see how fragile it was. Yet they were thoughtless in their actions to protect their friend and she could tell they had broke Kagome's fragile heart.
"No has ever seen her mad before. I'm not sure how but it's as if I felt her pain slice deep into my heart. Harry couldn't explain it built he felt as is he would never be able to be happy again. Did he do this? Did he break her gentle spirit with his need to keep her close and safe? All the pain he ever felt in these past six year had ever felt like a knife to the heart. He ad faced suspicion, blame, humiliation and even death, but nothing could compare to the deep sorrow he felt from Kagome. He looked to Ron and Hermione and they had the look of sorrow as well.
"Let's head to bed things might look better in the morning." Hermione suggested anything to break the silence of sorrow they all felt. The boys agreed and head for their beds. The whole castle settled in to the sadness of the night. No one knew of the darkness that loomed overhead.
*****
Kagome stood at the edge of the forest waiting for him and she was going to make sure he didn't face the light alone. He saw her standing there waiting for him. He sigh she was the best thing that had ever happen in his life. He knew she would always be there for him. He took a deep breath be fore he headed out of his forest home. The dawn was rising as he slowly made his way from the safety of the forest through the pain of the light to the comfort of Kagome's presence.
"Hey there sleepy head ready for your big day?" Kagome flashed him a teasing smile.
"Yeah, I guess so." He kept his head down so his bangs could cover his eyes. He didn't want Kagome to see the pain and fear they held. He felt he felt her arms come up around his neck pulling him in for a hug.
"It'll be alright Inuyasha. I'll always be here for you. You're not alone anymore." Instantly his arms wrapped around her waist bringing her closer to him. He let himself feed on her strong warm feelings; letting them fight off the last of his fear and calming his soul. Once he was clam he let her go, as the sun was now fully up.
"Come on wench. Let's get this over with."
"What ever you say dog-boy." She laughed sending him a playful smile, letting him know she would be by right by his side.
*****
As they stood in front of the head masters desk Inuyasha couldn't help but let his gaze wander around the room. He had sneaked in the castle many times during the summers when the students were away but he had never been in the headmaster's office. When he would visit the castle the house elves would feed him and some of the ghost would teach how to read write and cast spells. Sir Nicholas was his best teacher. They would sit and talk for hours and it was just their secret. Over the 15 years her read almost every book in the library and, with Kagome's help, he learned to master his power and the knowledge he had gain in those book he read. Inuyasha stood with his arms folded over his chest as if to shield himself from any on coming attacks. He eye still wandering taking in every thing in from the talking moving painting to the Gryffindors sword mounted on the shelf. That when he noticed his wand on the desk.
"Kagome there's my wand. Lets grab it and go."
"Inuyasha don't you dare. Professor Dumbeldore wants to speak with us. Don't be so rude. If you don't behave I'll say the 'S' word." Inuyasha shivered and glanced at the rosary around his neck, Kagome's third year spell enchanting mess up. Now every time she says sit he goes crashing to the floor.
"Feh." then his ears drooped. "Kagome I can't bare light I need to get back to the forest."
"I know. He'll be here soon don't worry. Just remember what I said; if you don't I'll use the 'S' word till lunch time." Inuyasha shuttered at the thought and promised to behave. Just then Dumbeldore came in with a phoenix perched on his shoulder.
"Sorry to keep you waiting it would seem the Weasley twins thought it would be funny to supply the Slytherins with Canary creams." Kagome giggled at the thought of all the Slytherins as giant canaries. " Well Inuyasha it would seem your power has grown since you first appeared in the dark forest. I'm sure you made quite a first impression last night." Kagome felt bad about last night even if Inuyasha didn't. She then elbowed him since he wasn't going to apologize on his own.
"Ouch! Huh? Oh I'm sorry for the disturbance I caused at last night's evening meal. I would greatly appreciate it if I could have my wand back." The old wizard couldn't help but smile to see Kagome's words coming out of the hanyou's mouth.
"I see. Well Inuyasha you may have it back since you'll be needing it for your classes."
"Finally! Now I can get . . ."Inuyasha started to march toward the desk when the head masters word sunk in. "What do you mean classes?"
"When you first arrived in the dark forest your brother came to me and asked if I would allow you to attend this school.
"Sesshomaru never asks for anything."
"True. But he knew he would not be around to teach you to control your powers as you got older." The hanyou's ears drooped once again at the pain of Dumbledore's words. His brother was gone he died protecting him and it was all his fault for being a weak pup. "He also left this in my keeping." Inuyasha shook out of his self-hate when he saw the wizard take something out of the draw of his desk.
"The Shikon on Tamar. But I thought . . ."
"That Naraku had taken it? No. Sesshomaru grabbed you and the jewel from your mother before escaping the battle. It's yours now and you must guard it well" the hanyou eyed him suspiciously.
"I have great faith in that you will do well in the light, so does Kagome. No one should ever doubt a heart apparition." Kagome froze her body started to tremble. Inuyasha felt her fear shoot through him. Instantly he gathered Kagome in his arms and started to purr and mummer calming words as he stroked her hair. His voice and the soft vibrations in his chest broke through her fear, relaxing her body. Kagome wrapped her arms around his waist holding him close trying to find safety and comfort. Once she was calm Inuyasha turned his head to glare almighty wizard.
"Who else knows?" He growled.
"No one else. I know because Kagome's father asked me to watch over her so she would not be taken again. Though I believe that she is well protected by you. The phoenix flew from his master's shoulder and on to his perch beside the head masters desk, as Dumbeldore retrieved the sorting hat. "This hat will sort you into a house where you will stay while you are with us."
"I don't need it I live in the dark forest.
"Inuyasha, Please don't leave me." Kagome's whispered plea as she held on to him tightly. He heart melted and he would do anything for her.
"Feh. Fine sort. Just hurry up." He snapped. As soon as the hat was placed on his head it jumped to life.
'Wow interesting. There's strength and courage, but also a destructive power. Yet there is control.'
"Hurry up you stupid hat!"
'No patience I see. You hid things well but not well enough. I see something more . . . something that gives you great strength.'
"Shut up! There's nothing more! Just Sort me stupid shit of a hat!"
'Oh . . . but there is something more. And she is it . . .'
"GRYFFINDOR" proclaimed the hat and Inuyasha continued to cures beneath it. Dumbeldore removed the hat and placed it back upon the shelf.
"Well now that is settled Kagome can show around." Turn back to them he smiled. He had learned all he need to know and it was clear that their fates were sealed and bounded together. "You are listed as a sixth year student so you will both have all the same classes. You have just enough time to make it to your first class if you hurry." He walked up to the couple and returned the jewel and wand to Inuyasha. Who reluctantly removed one of his arms from Kagome to receive the items. He gave one last glare at the aging wizard before gently leading Kagome to class.
~~*~~*~~*Flash Back September 2nd year ~~*~~*~~*~~*~~
"Inuyasha I missed you this summer. Did you miss me?" The hanyou just sat there under the moon trying to hide the blush. The fact was he did miss her and the summer had felt longer than it was without her.
"Feh."
"I a secret I want to share with you."
"Yeah? What is it?"
'Will he ever be nice to me?' Kagome sighed. "Inuyasha I'm a heart apparition." She replied sadly
"What's a heart apparition?"
"It's a type of youkai. See my dad is a wizard and he married my mom, who is a ice apparition."
"So you're a hanyou too." He was in shock. This was the last thing he ever expected her to say.
"Yes but I don't have powers like you. I can't protect myself and well once I was kidnapped for my tears. I tears turn into rare blue diamonds. They did horrible things to me to make me cry. I was saved by the auroras and returned home. Since then I've been hiding who I am so no one will hurt me. When I met you I didn't feel alone anymore. A single tear slid down her cheek and formed a perfect blue diamond. Inuyasha picked up and gently hugged Kagome's small frame.
"Don't worry I won't let anyone take you. I'll protect you always."
"Always? You promise?" she hugged him tightly.
"I promise."
~~*~~*~~*~~*~~* End Flash Back ~~*~~*~~*~~*~~*~~*~~
"You okay Kagome do you want to rest?" "No. Thanks anyway Inuyasha. I guess we should get to class. Wouldn't want to be late for the first day of school." She smiled softly and she took his hand in hers leading they way to their first class of the day.
A/N: Whew that was a lot of work.
Inuyasha: Yeah yeah. Now I get to magic on you. I got my wand back.
N Y: O_O'
Inuyasha: *Smirk *
N Y: You can try but your no match for my all-powerful computer!
Inuyasha: -_- What can that thing do to me?
N Y: Watch and learn dog boy. * Starts typing*
Inuyasha: O_O turns in to a little puppy;
Kagome: KAWAII!!!!!!
Inu-puppy: Woof! Bark! Bark!
N Y: Nope I won't change you back. At least not till I need you for the next chapter. ^_^
Kagome: Your soooooo KAWAII!!!!! * Picks up puppy and hugs him*
N Y: Well thanks for reading. Keep reviewing.
Kagome: KAWAII! KAWAII! KAWAII!!! ^_^
N Y:-_-' Anyway just to remind you chapter will not always be this long. I just don't want you to get your hopes up cause I'm really busy.
Kagome: Come on inu-kawaii-puppy let go play catch with this nice red ball.
Inu-puppy: -_-
N Y: Well see you when the sun goes down. OW! * Gets bit by puppy*
Inu-puppy: Grrrrr WOOF! * Starts to chase Night around the room*
Kagome: -_-" see you next time.
"Battle Against the Dark Hearts"
By Night Youkai
Chapter 4
Kagome returned to the common room not wanting to eat after such a display. Plus the fact she was upset with Harry. She really didn't want to see him right now. Yet fate didn't want to see that way because that's whom she was waiting for her. She tried to ignore him and go to bed, but he blocked her way.
"Kagome, will you please tell what I did wrong before you go off hating me forever!" Harry pleaded. Kagome was furious. Still having the crumpled torn note in her hand, she threw it at him.
"That's what you did! You have no Idea what you have done; what your selfness has cost him!"
"What do you mean? I didn't do anything to any one."
"Well let me enlighten you Mr. Potter. Your not the only on with a past and an enemy wanting to kill you. Inuyasha is a half- demon. His family was slaughtered his brother barely saved him. He lived long enough to bring Inuyasha to the dark forest before return to the battle. Unlike you Inuyasha can't hide himself in the muggle world. And unlike you humans and demons hate him and seek his death for just being a half-breed. So while you have friends, fame and a bright future he has no one but the dark forest and me.
"That little stunt you pulled ripping up my note forced him to reveal himself. Now tomorrow he's going to be forced to walk in the light and it's all your fault. Why? Why Harry? Why did you tear my note up?" She looked deep in his green eyes looking for answers for his betrayal, but finding nothing but a lost soul with no clue on how to get home.
"I'm sorry. I . . . I just for you to be safe. The dark forest is . . ."
"Dangerous I know I'm under Inuyasha's protection. I placed that note fifteen feet in to the forest. Which means you were following me. Which you had no right to do. What did you hope to accomplish by destroying me note?"
" I guess I wasn't . . . at the time I thought who ever it was for would think you wouldn't come back. So you would stay out of danger." Harry knew he ruined their friendship by his petty jealousy. He once had a slight crush on Kagome in their second year, but she never return his affections. Her heart always seemed to be elsewhere. "How did you know it was me?" he asked glancing at the torn parchment at his feet.
"I guessed it was you when he said 'this in is the last time you'll ever invade my forest home.' then I asked Inuyasha and he confirmed it. You should learn something about dog-demons before you go pissing them off. Your scent was all over the note almost drowning out the scent I left form him to follow. You have been to the forest often enough that he knew your scent. He knew instantly that you ripped the note. That was the last straw that pushed him to show himself to humans. From now on Harry just leave us alone. That goes for you two as well" Kagome walked over to the fireplace and grabbed what looked like thin air. Pulling she had the invisibility cloak in her hand and two Gryffindors in front of her. Ron, Hermione. I hope you two got what I said." Too stunned to talk the two teens just nodded their heads. "Good. I'm going to bed so everyone Just leave me alone." Tossing the cloak on a near by chair Kagome stormed up the stairs to be for some much needed sleep.
"Well what happens now? She's most likely never going to speak to us ever again." Ron pouted. He once had a small crush on Kagome, but she turned out to be a friend he needed when he found he had feelings for Hermione.
"I don't know I've never seen her so upset before." replied Hermione. She felt bad about what happen, but she was stunned that Kagome had befriended a demon in the dark forest. Kagome had a kind heart and any one could see how fragile it was. Yet they were thoughtless in their actions to protect their friend and she could tell they had broke Kagome's fragile heart.
"No has ever seen her mad before. I'm not sure how but it's as if I felt her pain slice deep into my heart. Harry couldn't explain it built he felt as is he would never be able to be happy again. Did he do this? Did he break her gentle spirit with his need to keep her close and safe? All the pain he ever felt in these past six year had ever felt like a knife to the heart. He ad faced suspicion, blame, humiliation and even death, but nothing could compare to the deep sorrow he felt from Kagome. He looked to Ron and Hermione and they had the look of sorrow as well.
"Let's head to bed things might look better in the morning." Hermione suggested anything to break the silence of sorrow they all felt. The boys agreed and head for their beds. The whole castle settled in to the sadness of the night. No one knew of the darkness that loomed overhead.
*****
Kagome stood at the edge of the forest waiting for him and she was going to make sure he didn't face the light alone. He saw her standing there waiting for him. He sigh she was the best thing that had ever happen in his life. He knew she would always be there for him. He took a deep breath be fore he headed out of his forest home. The dawn was rising as he slowly made his way from the safety of the forest through the pain of the light to the comfort of Kagome's presence.
"Hey there sleepy head ready for your big day?" Kagome flashed him a teasing smile.
"Yeah, I guess so." He kept his head down so his bangs could cover his eyes. He didn't want Kagome to see the pain and fear they held. He felt he felt her arms come up around his neck pulling him in for a hug.
"It'll be alright Inuyasha. I'll always be here for you. You're not alone anymore." Instantly his arms wrapped around her waist bringing her closer to him. He let himself feed on her strong warm feelings; letting them fight off the last of his fear and calming his soul. Once he was clam he let her go, as the sun was now fully up.
"Come on wench. Let's get this over with."
"What ever you say dog-boy." She laughed sending him a playful smile, letting him know she would be by right by his side.
*****
As they stood in front of the head masters desk Inuyasha couldn't help but let his gaze wander around the room. He had sneaked in the castle many times during the summers when the students were away but he had never been in the headmaster's office. When he would visit the castle the house elves would feed him and some of the ghost would teach how to read write and cast spells. Sir Nicholas was his best teacher. They would sit and talk for hours and it was just their secret. Over the 15 years her read almost every book in the library and, with Kagome's help, he learned to master his power and the knowledge he had gain in those book he read. Inuyasha stood with his arms folded over his chest as if to shield himself from any on coming attacks. He eye still wandering taking in every thing in from the talking moving painting to the Gryffindors sword mounted on the shelf. That when he noticed his wand on the desk.
"Kagome there's my wand. Lets grab it and go."
"Inuyasha don't you dare. Professor Dumbeldore wants to speak with us. Don't be so rude. If you don't behave I'll say the 'S' word." Inuyasha shivered and glanced at the rosary around his neck, Kagome's third year spell enchanting mess up. Now every time she says sit he goes crashing to the floor.
"Feh." then his ears drooped. "Kagome I can't bare light I need to get back to the forest."
"I know. He'll be here soon don't worry. Just remember what I said; if you don't I'll use the 'S' word till lunch time." Inuyasha shuttered at the thought and promised to behave. Just then Dumbeldore came in with a phoenix perched on his shoulder.
"Sorry to keep you waiting it would seem the Weasley twins thought it would be funny to supply the Slytherins with Canary creams." Kagome giggled at the thought of all the Slytherins as giant canaries. " Well Inuyasha it would seem your power has grown since you first appeared in the dark forest. I'm sure you made quite a first impression last night." Kagome felt bad about last night even if Inuyasha didn't. She then elbowed him since he wasn't going to apologize on his own.
"Ouch! Huh? Oh I'm sorry for the disturbance I caused at last night's evening meal. I would greatly appreciate it if I could have my wand back." The old wizard couldn't help but smile to see Kagome's words coming out of the hanyou's mouth.
"I see. Well Inuyasha you may have it back since you'll be needing it for your classes."
"Finally! Now I can get . . ."Inuyasha started to march toward the desk when the head masters word sunk in. "What do you mean classes?"
"When you first arrived in the dark forest your brother came to me and asked if I would allow you to attend this school.
"Sesshomaru never asks for anything."
"True. But he knew he would not be around to teach you to control your powers as you got older." The hanyou's ears drooped once again at the pain of Dumbledore's words. His brother was gone he died protecting him and it was all his fault for being a weak pup. "He also left this in my keeping." Inuyasha shook out of his self-hate when he saw the wizard take something out of the draw of his desk.
"The Shikon on Tamar. But I thought . . ."
"That Naraku had taken it? No. Sesshomaru grabbed you and the jewel from your mother before escaping the battle. It's yours now and you must guard it well" the hanyou eyed him suspiciously.
"I have great faith in that you will do well in the light, so does Kagome. No one should ever doubt a heart apparition." Kagome froze her body started to tremble. Inuyasha felt her fear shoot through him. Instantly he gathered Kagome in his arms and started to purr and mummer calming words as he stroked her hair. His voice and the soft vibrations in his chest broke through her fear, relaxing her body. Kagome wrapped her arms around his waist holding him close trying to find safety and comfort. Once she was calm Inuyasha turned his head to glare almighty wizard.
"Who else knows?" He growled.
"No one else. I know because Kagome's father asked me to watch over her so she would not be taken again. Though I believe that she is well protected by you. The phoenix flew from his master's shoulder and on to his perch beside the head masters desk, as Dumbeldore retrieved the sorting hat. "This hat will sort you into a house where you will stay while you are with us."
"I don't need it I live in the dark forest.
"Inuyasha, Please don't leave me." Kagome's whispered plea as she held on to him tightly. He heart melted and he would do anything for her.
"Feh. Fine sort. Just hurry up." He snapped. As soon as the hat was placed on his head it jumped to life.
'Wow interesting. There's strength and courage, but also a destructive power. Yet there is control.'
"Hurry up you stupid hat!"
'No patience I see. You hid things well but not well enough. I see something more . . . something that gives you great strength.'
"Shut up! There's nothing more! Just Sort me stupid shit of a hat!"
'Oh . . . but there is something more. And she is it . . .'
"GRYFFINDOR" proclaimed the hat and Inuyasha continued to cures beneath it. Dumbeldore removed the hat and placed it back upon the shelf.
"Well now that is settled Kagome can show around." Turn back to them he smiled. He had learned all he need to know and it was clear that their fates were sealed and bounded together. "You are listed as a sixth year student so you will both have all the same classes. You have just enough time to make it to your first class if you hurry." He walked up to the couple and returned the jewel and wand to Inuyasha. Who reluctantly removed one of his arms from Kagome to receive the items. He gave one last glare at the aging wizard before gently leading Kagome to class.
~~*~~*~~*Flash Back September 2nd year ~~*~~*~~*~~*~~
"Inuyasha I missed you this summer. Did you miss me?" The hanyou just sat there under the moon trying to hide the blush. The fact was he did miss her and the summer had felt longer than it was without her.
"Feh."
"I a secret I want to share with you."
"Yeah? What is it?"
'Will he ever be nice to me?' Kagome sighed. "Inuyasha I'm a heart apparition." She replied sadly
"What's a heart apparition?"
"It's a type of youkai. See my dad is a wizard and he married my mom, who is a ice apparition."
"So you're a hanyou too." He was in shock. This was the last thing he ever expected her to say.
"Yes but I don't have powers like you. I can't protect myself and well once I was kidnapped for my tears. I tears turn into rare blue diamonds. They did horrible things to me to make me cry. I was saved by the auroras and returned home. Since then I've been hiding who I am so no one will hurt me. When I met you I didn't feel alone anymore. A single tear slid down her cheek and formed a perfect blue diamond. Inuyasha picked up and gently hugged Kagome's small frame.
"Don't worry I won't let anyone take you. I'll protect you always."
"Always? You promise?" she hugged him tightly.
"I promise."
~~*~~*~~*~~*~~* End Flash Back ~~*~~*~~*~~*~~*~~*~~
"You okay Kagome do you want to rest?" "No. Thanks anyway Inuyasha. I guess we should get to class. Wouldn't want to be late for the first day of school." She smiled softly and she took his hand in hers leading they way to their first class of the day.
A/N: Whew that was a lot of work.
Inuyasha: Yeah yeah. Now I get to magic on you. I got my wand back.
N Y: O_O'
Inuyasha: *Smirk *
N Y: You can try but your no match for my all-powerful computer!
Inuyasha: -_- What can that thing do to me?
N Y: Watch and learn dog boy. * Starts typing*
Inuyasha: O_O turns in to a little puppy;
Kagome: KAWAII!!!!!!
Inu-puppy: Woof! Bark! Bark!
N Y: Nope I won't change you back. At least not till I need you for the next chapter. ^_^
Kagome: Your soooooo KAWAII!!!!! * Picks up puppy and hugs him*
N Y: Well thanks for reading. Keep reviewing.
Kagome: KAWAII! KAWAII! KAWAII!!! ^_^
N Y:-_-' Anyway just to remind you chapter will not always be this long. I just don't want you to get your hopes up cause I'm really busy.
Kagome: Come on inu-kawaii-puppy let go play catch with this nice red ball.
Inu-puppy: -_-
N Y: Well see you when the sun goes down. OW! * Gets bit by puppy*
Inu-puppy: Grrrrr WOOF! * Starts to chase Night around the room*
Kagome: -_-" see you next time.