Author's Note: Wow, I was not expecting all this support for this story. Thx for all the ideas. I have a lot of material to work with. Yes, I plan on exploring Hina/Kagome in the village more before the main story line. It gets her cemented into her environment. I am not trying to rush the plot line. Read on and tell me what you think!
Chapter 8: Spell-Binding
"Are you sure about this?" Hina asked one afternoon as Tala guided her through the jungle part of the island. It was before dawn when Tala woke Hina, wanting to go deep in the forest. Hina followed, carrying a torch for light.
Tala moved a bush, taking a deep breath, soaking in the magic of this place. "It is time for you to learn about your gift." Tala moved aside so Hina could see. Covered with small vines and trees, stood an ancient temple. "This is where my grandmother told me the secrets of my family. That I decided from a line of healers." She looked at Hina. "Now, it is my turn, teaching you about your healing gift."
Hina followed Tala up the temple steps, where she lit another torch. On the shelves of the temple were drawings of woman with head dresses. "You are not the same as my ancestors Hina. You are so much more powerful. I know you don't remember about your past, but your body will remember."
Tala sat down in the center of the temple floor. "Come." Hina sat down next to her, up above was the full moon. "Now, focus on the moon's energy." Hina took a deep breath, letting her mind settle.
They both didn't speak for a while, but as she let her mind settle, Hina felt warmth. A warmth spread throughout her body, radiating a pink color. "Open your eyes child." Tala spoke up. Hina opened her eyes, gasping. She was glowing, a pink color. "Now, a part of you has returned."
Hina understood, this feeling did feel familiar, and inviting.