Eighty-Eight.
The process was longer than Sesshoumaru expected – however he lacked experience in such matters, as controlling youki required more instinct than mind.
As she finished tying the knot to keep the beads from falling, Kagome released a trembling sigh. She had done everything exactly as Kaede had taught her, even adding some of Miroku's more powerful chants just to stay on the safer side.
Nervous, but somewhat satisfied with her work, Kagome raised her head to look at Sesshoumaru.
"It's done."
The Lord in the imp's body nodded tersely. "Proceed then, miko."
Yeah, she thought, better get this over with.
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(100 words)