Well here sheesh, Chapter 13 I told you I would update to the ones who were QUESTIONING me. I know I go long gaps without posting sometimes but I always come back and I always update when I say I will! And thanks for R&R to all who did. Also today look for my newest story update at sometime I am finishing up on its first chapter if you want to give it a look see, and my other story should be either updated tonight or tomorrow, R&R enjoy 13!
Kagome slowly inched her way down to the soft damp grass below as she tried making out the outlines of objects and such which were in the court yard. Tugging her pack securely on her shoulders once more before she lightly sprinted to the nearest wall and threw herself up against it to conceal herself in shadow. Although she knew wouldn't help her much if a demon walked by with their superior senses. A light sigh crossed her lips which turned into a misty fog within the cold air as she decided to place a barrier about her form even though would only last about five minutes to hide all traces of herself temporary. Concentrating a long moment her pinkish purple barrier began to flicker to life around her figure as she silently thanked her companion monk who had been working with her the last few weeks to get her to summon one at will. After she was confident it would hold for the moment she began moving in quick stride to the large iron clad gates which were closed tight for the evening another heavy sigh crossed her lips as she fiddled with the lock between her fingers. This is just grand…well of course Kagome you think they are dumb enough to leave a gate wide open saying 'come on in! Although she then recalled Inutaisho stated something about there being a barrier over the estates which forbid anyone to cross who had ill intent. Giving a light shrug as she pushed the thoughts aside she eyed her current obstacle once more.
She then came to the conclusion that the bars of the gate had gaps between them although looked only as if small child could fit through, but no harm in trying considering she was fairly flexible , she figured as she took her pack and arrows off and shoved them through the bars first before glancing back to the two guard posts which held at least six demons perhaps eight. Shaking her head lightly once seeing they were all preoccupied still she bent down and stuffed one leg through and turned her whole body side ways as she sucked in what stomach she had and her upper torso as she released her breath. With a bunch of wiggling and bending and shifting of her limbs reminding her of the game 'twister' she was finally able to wedge herself through the narrow opening. Once out, she glanced about quickly making sure no movement caught her attention as she picked up her belongings and replaced them on her form. Settling them over her back she then moved with quick steps into the near by wooded area making as little noise as possible knowing her barrier would soon drop leaving her exposed to many things. Kagome soon made her disappears within the darkness of the trees as she stopped momentarily.
These kimonos were killing her, not enough flexibility and leg movement prevented her from running. She considered changing into her pants and t-shirt but if she got caught she had to explain the oddity of her clothing. She continued moving through the more thickening brush of the forest she now roamed, heightening her senses and keeping the jewel fragment with a barrier over it to draw less attention was her main focus currently for she could move faster without having to keep a arrow notched every ten minutes. She cursed softly beneath her breath for each time she got snagged on a branch or other side tracking road block which was costing her precious time to get away from the range of the western estates. The only thing that would have been helpful with someone coming with me would have been possible more speed and protection…but even so better to not draw any more attention to herself so she could get this whole era put behind her. She gave a nod agreeing with her thoughts as she freed herself from another limb of a tree.
She couldn't drag them into it, it would change things even more so which could be harmful to everyone's future, including her own. Tugging the ankle length kimono up to her knees she began to move quicker , jumping exposed roots and fallen trees as her vision adjusted even more so to the smothering darkness. She gave herself a couple hours hopefully until Myru woke up so she least had a some what chance especially if she put another barrier up pretty soon to hide her scent for a good distance. She knew all to well those Inu's tracked with keen senses , especially their nose. So if she stopped the trail it would least buy her more time for more distance. Glancing to the night sky which was splotched with the twinkling diamonds that mocked her. A odd thought came to mind , what would it be like to be a star, to live centuries to see everything happening in the world below, even knowing that four hundred years from now her companions were looking at the same sky as they camped. Just wait for me guys, I will be back as soon as I can. She echoed the words in her mind not wishing to speak them out loud in fear of jinxing herself of everything.
Kagome soon found herself in a clearing, but couldn't make much out but her hearing told her there was least a pond in the area that softly drained in a bigger body of water. She fumbled around momentarily until her feet made contact with a light splash in the cool welcoming substance. Leaning down she cupped her hands and took a mouthful of the cool liquid and swished it about her mouth tasting it to make sure it had no unusual flavors before swallowing. She calmed her slightly labored breathing and focused on rising another barrier about her form and it rose to the occasion, once satisfied with her accomplishment once more she took off in another sprint. Her gaze now and then lingering on the stars to make sure she still traveled north bound for her destination that she hoped existed, she was glad for her knowledge of astrology from one of her science classes that she was probably flunking at this very moment. A sigh crossed her lips as she brushed her hair back behind her in a frustrated gesture. Always one thing after another …never ending and always causing more trouble for my poor pitiful excuse of a life. She gave mental groan as she continued on her way, finally being able to avoid most of the lower limbs which caused trouble for her clothing. A sudden distant snap of a branch and near silent rustling of fallen leaves caused her movements to stop as she reached out her senses to try and locate any danger.
She then sensed it , a slight pull on the corner of her mind which indicated there was something amiss which could be a threat. Taking a slow deep breath to calm the chill which raced down her spine from being slightly scared her hands worked subconsciously as she brought her bow upfront along with a arrow as she notched it in place. You can do this Kagome, you need to do this so you can stop being so reliant on others around you to protect you all the dang time. She took a unsteady breath and kept moving forward her body tingling in waiting for the possible threat that lingered outside her sights. What if its that demon from couple days ago… She couldn't help the thought from crossing her mind as she shivered slightly more from fear then the chill in the air. She smoothed her emotions over once more as she tried to focus on still traveling and not dally about in the area because she had other things to worry about catching her like upset demon lords, for she considered they would be once finding her gone since she disobeyed their requests for her to stay within the palace walls. She couldn't let them find her and she couldn't let anyone take the fragment from her, her goal is to stay in one piece alive, and get to the sorceress with the jewel.
A sudden gust of wind caused her focus to falter as it seemed too unnatural for her liking and the eerie voice that followed it confirmed her suspicious and her worries. "Hello miko who travels times and hunts for the pieces of the sacred jewel of four souls…" The words echoed darkly against the trees as she froze in her place. How did this creature know of such things and what was she now up against alone for the first time in a uncertain battle?
**** Dun dun dun cliffy mwhaha o.o tune in next chapter for the down fall. R&R If ya'll keep it up I might be posting once a week if I keep having gaps of time to write.