Warning: The rating was moved up because of the rape scene. If you find this unappealing then I ask that you either not read it, or skip over it. The entire scene and scenes that involve it will be written in italics for anyone that wishes to skip that part. It will not leave you confused, I assure you. I've made it so it is easily understood. See, I'm even considerate. Anyway, enjoy.

Chapter four: Innocence Lost

The larger demon called Roko quickly grabbed Kagura before she could reach for her fan which resided within the small pack that she carried with her. He grabbed the pack from her hand, throwing it to the ground.

"You won't be needing that." He said raking his rough tongue over her ear. Kagura frowned deeply and bucked around in his arms.

"Release me at once!" She screamed.

"As we said before, my dear. We cannot do that. We have direct orders from father dearest to hold you here."

Kagura clenched her fists as she felt anger rush through her veins. All the hatred that she held for Naraku seemed to boil within her veins.

"Put her to sleep, Roko." Ecchi said with a sadistic grin plastered on his ugly face. Roko raised his arm and elbowed Kagura in her stomach causing her to instantly black out.

Pain shot through her every nerve. But she couldn't see whom her attacker was. She felt as if her insides were being torn out. And from sheer pain her eyes flew open to see her attacker mouth agape, grunting and moaning in pleasure. She felt her insides convulse as she gagged. She felt the liquid rush into her mouth before she could stop it.

"You bitch!" Ecchi said, slapping Kagura across her face. She felt her face sting and blood drip from her mouth falling silently into the ground soaking it like crimson rain drops. She pulled her lip into her mouth immediately wincing from the cut that she now had. She heard him groan again before collapsing on top of her. She clenched her eyes closed to prevent the tears that she knew she wanted to spill. Naraku had broken her heart, broken her spirit and now he had taken her soul. This would be the last time that he would hurt her. She would truly get her freedom this time. If she had to kill Naraku and die in the process she would not continue to stand for the things he put her through. She took a quick glance around the room to see if Roko were anywhere in her sights. She looked back to the man lying on top of her and instantly felt sick to her stomach. She forced it to stay down and gently slipped from under him making sure to put something beneath him to support his weight. She looked around for her clothing but found nothing but tattered rags that once were. Quickly locating something to cover her battered and broken bare skin, Kagura grabbed some of Ecchi's discarded garments and attempted to cover herself. Sneakily leaving the cave, Kagura was met with a blinding sunlight that burned her swollen eyes. She breathed in some fresh air and instantly regretted it as it sent a rushing pain through her lungs. A stabbing pain. Like sharpened daggers seemed to shock her to the core with an unrelenting pain. Although she had pain coursing through her Kagura continued to move. She would escape the wrath of anyone that dare try to control her.

Meanwhile

"Lord Sesshomaru!" Kanna yelled, her long white hair bouncing as she ran towards the youkai lord. Sesshomaru turned to the young girl, eyeing her warily.

"You are Kagura's sibling."

"Yes, lord Sesshomaru. I think I may know where she is." She said breathlessly.

"Speak."

"I believe that she is to go to the Western Lands. But I also know that my father has sent a hanyou and his youkai brother to retrieve my sister." She lowered her head before she continued. "They are extremely dangerous. They are known to kill off thousands of humans and youkai alike with no remorse. My sister is a stubborn one, and I fear for her life. Although they have a contract with Naraku it is unlikely that they will keep her alive."

Sesshomaru turned away from the girl and began to walk. "Return to your castle and inform your father that I shall locate the Wind Maiden."

"Yes." Kanna said, bowing politely.

Sesshomaru stood motionlessly to try and understand the complexities which were Naraku. Why would he allow the young girl to seep information to him. Surely he keeps a close eye on everything the goes on so he would surely stop her before she could tell him anything. Sesshomaru smirked inwardly. So Naraku planned to set him up, and Kagura alike. Sesshomaru began his ascent as his youkai cloud carried him towards his lands.

Kagura fell to her knees as she felt a sharp pain shoot through her skull. She groaned in pain as she looked over herattacker. Once again she was met with those sharp fangs which hung from his mouth like talons, and those red piercing eyes that threatened to devour your soul. Kagura felt her body go numb as strength that she didn't know she possessed caused her to stand to her feet. Knowing she had absolutely no chance of escape she continued to run, her limbs not quite consenting to her commands but she still pushed forward causing her body to go to greater lengths then she should have. In an exhausted mess Kagura fell to the ground her body finally giving in to it's insistent demands for rest.

"So it seems that you like to run away. But I will not stand for it." Ecchi said bringing his foot down upon Kagura's stomach causing blood to spill from her mouth. She gasped for the air that was just knocked from her body before she felt a series of blows to her face. Unable to gather any strength to hit back Kagura accepted the blows hoping that he would stop his relentless attack on her battered form. As if her silent prayers were answered Kagura opened her eyes to see that Ecchi was no longer above her. The only thing she could see was the faint sight of silver hair blowing in small wisps.

"Sesshomaru." She whispered breathlessly before she finally passed out.

Sesshomaru picked up her crumpled form, turning his head from her. She smelled just as of sex and the scent of the demon that violated her. He did not need her to tell him, he could clearly smell the tears that'd slipped from her eyes and the blood that ran down her leg was proof enough. Sesshomaru quickly had his youkai cloud swirl around him and hastily made his way to his castle. He did not know why he was so compelled to be near this woman or help her but something within him told him that it was something that he was supposed to do.

Sesshomaru held the bloodied Kagura in his arms tenderly. Her eyes were swollen shut, and dried blood covered her clothes and face. It did not seem like she was breathing, she just lied motionlessly in his arms. His normally unexpressive face now betrayed an anger that he couldn't seem to shake. For some reason he wanted, no, he needed to kill the ones responsible. Perhaps it was pure bloodlust, or perhaps he truly held feelings for the Wind Maiden. Sesshomaru entered the castle ignoring the prying eyes of his servants. He climbed the stairs with ease and entered a darkened room. He quickly made his way to the bed, lying Kagura down. He leaned down to her, his ear against her chest listening for a heart beat.

Thump.

Thump.

It was nearly inaudible, even for his sensitive ears, but it was indeed there. Sesshomaru sighed slightly in relief but he still had anger within him. He covered Kagura in a blanket and exited the room. He was greeted by his servant.

"Sachi, care for her. I hold you responsible."

"Yes, Master Sesshomaru. Are you leaving?"

"Yes. I have business to tend to." He said, a slight gleam apparent in his eyes.

Sesshomaru adjusted Toukijin still remembering the demon's blood that remained on his sword. It disgusted him to even think that some vile creature dare lay on his weapon. Frowning momentarily in disgust Sesshomaru exited his castle again. There was something that he needed to see for himself. He was sure that the young girl said there was more than one demon, but he'd only remembered seeing one.

Sorry, not six pages but it's an earlier update. Remember to review!