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Chapter 2

After deciding she didn't want to go home just yet, Kagome went with Sesshomaru, back to his castle. They got there by Sesshomaru using his cloud. Instead of taking the couple days' journey that it would be. Once they got to his castle, Sesshomaru put Kagome in charge of Rin; to the great relief of Jakken. However, unknown to them, Sesshomaru is the protector of the Shikon No Tama Miko. Unknown to even Sesshomaru, it is the real reason he brought Kagome to his castle and put her under his protection.

Kagome is the true Shikon No Tama Miko; the guardian of the Shikon Jewel or Jewel of Four Souls. Kagome being the true Shikon Miko is unknown to everyone except Sesshomaru. It is also the reason he has always been drawn to her. (There is more to why Sesshomaru is always drawn to Kagome and it will be elaborated on in later chapters.)

Kagome spent the next week looking after Rin, learning her way around the castle and becoming a stronger miko. She would spend hours every day meditating, practicing her archery skills, being taught how to fight with a sword by Sesshomaru and learning more about being a miko. She was even allowed to spend time in Sesshomaru's library, researching herbs and what they're used for. While going through the books, she came across the history of Kikyo and Kaede. She asks Sesshomaru if she can hold onto the book to read later.

Sesshomaru gives her his permission and she makes another request. She asks for his help recovering the remaining jewel shards. A couple days later, Sesshomaru pulls Kagome aside and tells her yes, he will help her recover the remaining jewel shards. Kagome shrieks in surprise, then quickly bows and says "Gomen, arigatou."

For a few weeks, Kagome watches over Rin, doing whatever Rin wants. She also continues honing her skills as a miko. Meanwhile, Sesshomaru prepares for their journey to find the rest of the shards.

Author's Note: Sorry this chapter is kind of short. In editing, I noticed that this chapter can actually be split into two chapters. It makes more sense that way. Please read and review. I promise there will be Sesshome within the next couple chapters.

Translations:

Gomen:sorry

Arigatou:thank you

Miko:shrine maiden

Shikon No Tama: Jewel of four souls