Chapter Eight: What She Means
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Kaname sighs, looking out the window and twirling a chess piece between his fingers. Kagome still remained an enigma, it bothered him. He could clearly hear the whimpers she makes while she sleeps. Not even Seiren has been of much help.
Kaname's Memories
A girl ran away from him, not in fear, but as a game. He was surprised, after all this time she still acted as if it was normal to befriend a vampire, much less the king of them.
"Kagome, you're going to fall," he called out to the dark haired beauty.
"That's why you're here. You will catch me if I fall, right Kaname?" Kagome responds, turning her sapphire eyes on to him.
"Always," he says, smiling.
"Takeru's worried. He thinks I should be locked away for the battle," Kagome mentions.
"I'm inclined to agree with him," Kaname says, catching Kagome.
"I can't, you know that. It's my responsibility to fix what I broke," Kagome relaxes against Kaname.
"Yes, because you're the Shikon Miko. It is a great responsibility," he mutters blowing on the back of her neck.
Kagome shivers, making Kaname smile. Takeru walks into the clearing. He smiles when he sees Kagome. His green eyes meet Kaname's. He nods his head.
"How's our little miko doing?" Takeru teases, ruffling Kagome's hair.
"I'm not little," she pouts.
"I disagree with that. Even Sesshomaru says you're little," Takeru laughs.
It didn't matter, not to Kaname. She was beautiful, pure, one of the few he could truly care about. Kagome was his, whether or not she knew it. He had been discussing with Sesshomaru about the benefits of turning her. The taiyoukai had said to give her the choice.
"Kagome, would you ever become a vampire?" Takeru asks out of the blue.
"No, I wouldn't be able to watch any more loved ones die, especially if I had to outlive them," she responds with a yawn.
Kaname pulls her closer to him. He stands, carrying the girl back to her friends. Takeru eyes the others warily, still not trusting them. As Kaname went to set Kagome down, she clung tighter to him.
"Don't leave me alone," Kagome murmurs.
"Never," Kaname swears.
End of Kaname's Memories
Kaname wakes, hearing a knock on his door. The door opens and Seiren walks in. She stands, waiting as always.
"How long have you known?" Kaname asks her.
"Since they arrived, had I not realized that she was attempting to keep the past where it should be I would've told you," Seiren responds.
"I'm glad she's back. I never thought I would ever be able to see her again," Kaname states.
"However, the fact that she goes around by that dog's name is troublesome. I won't lose you again. Not this time, Kagome," Kaname smiles, eyes glowing red.
Miroku sighs, leaning against the wall. Watching as his twin moans in pain, not being able to do anything. He clenches his fist in anger. Zero stands beside him, watching in silence. Violet eyes meet lilac, the violet searching for something.
"She was bitten as well. She's seen so much death and pain. She's, I, we are not the same people we used to be. Don't expect too much from her. She wants to help you," Miroku says.
"How far has it developed?" Zero asks.
"That's the problem. I don't think it has. 'Gome's never shown any of the signs. It's as if it doesn't affect her. Takuma, I know you're there. Leave Kuran behind," Miroku responds turning to the door.
"I truly am sorry. What's wrong with Kagome?" Takuma asks, entering the room alone.
"I'm not sure. Shippo and Sesshou-nii always were there when this would happen," Miroku mutters, eyes narrowed.
Takuma looks down at Kagome, "That must hurt. I know you probably don't like vampires, but I don't think this should happen to anyone."
"Mm, 'Roku," Kagome murmurs.
"Yes, 'Gome," Miroku responds, moving closer to her.
"It hurts, 'Roku, so much. Make it stop," she whimpers, curling up into a ball.
"I'm sorry 'Gome. I know it hurts, you don't have much longer to endure, it's almost over," he replies.
"Will her darker personality come out?" Takuma asks.
"It should, but I don't know," Miroku says.
"Poor thing, no one should have to suffer as much as she has," Takuma mutters.
Zero kept his eyes on Kagome's form. She stilled, sitting up slowly. Her sapphire eyes make contact with Zero's. His widen in surprise.
"Tch, something wrong Kiryu?" Kagome says roughly.
"No, what happened?" Zero narrows his eyes.
"She couldn't stop me this time. Not that she's ever really been able to," Kagome smirks.
"Don't give me that look, Kiryu. I'm just as clueless as the rest of you," Miroku sighs.
"Kagome, I have a few questions for you," Takuma starts.
Kagome puts a hand in the air, dismissing him, "I knew Takeru and one other, and we were quite intimate. She cared greatly for the two, if her memories are anything to go by."
"So, you weren't around then?" Takuma asks.
"Ah, no. See I was created by that silly little bauble, in the end. It was horrible for the both of us. She wanted to keep me locked away and I wanted to be free. It was a constant battle, but we finally came to an agreement. Besides once the remainder of the power that bauble holds is absorbed into her, I'll disappear like I never existed," Kagome says, eyes flitting across the room.
"I'm confused," Takuma admits.
"She'll explain it later. The Princeling probably wants to know. So I can't play with Kiryu, but she never said anything about the Princeling," Kagome smirks, getting out of bed.
"Well, I'm going to shower," Kagome says, stretching.
"I'm going to call Sesshou-nii, try not to upset her," Miroku says, leaving the room.
"Good morning, Taisho," Ruka says, gliding by him.
Miroku goes downstairs. He grins at the sight that meets him. Shippo stands in front of Kaname with both swords out and pointing at the pureblood. Hanabusa and Akatsuki had stood prepared for a fight.
"Now, I really don't like the pureblood, but killing him would make Kagome very upset. Besides, there isn't a reason for you to kill him yet," Miroku comments.
"Kagome's coming down," Takuma says as he and Zero walk into the living room.
"As amusing as this is, I think I'd like to kill the Princeling myself. You know, make things more intimate. It's no less than what he deserves, especially after what he did to her," Kagome lilts in a dark voice.
"Kagome," Shippo greets, backing away from the pureblood.
"Kagome, how was your night?" Kaname asks, turning towards her.
"Painful, as always. Did you finally get your memories back Princeling?" Kagome responds.
"Hn," Kaname grunts, turning back to the others.
"How cold, I just want to play a little, like she used to do. Oh, wait that wasn't playing, how silly of me to forget. Instead of doing the reasonable thing, you went and pursued after her only to cause her more heartbreak by sealing yourself away after she lost him," Kagome sneers.
"Kagome? What are you talking about?" Rima asks.
"Just something the Princeling did that he shouldn't have. I ought to kill you for it, but even after all this time she still likes you. Don't give me that look, Princeling. You've lost the chance, others will fill the void that you two left," Kagome breathes, eyes glinting.
"I doubt that," Kaname responds.
"As long as I'm around, you will never be with her," hisses Kagome.
"Perhaps, it's better if you leave Kagome-san alone. Just for the time being, Kaname-sama," Takuma suggests.
"It's the last night, isn't it?" Shippo turns toward Kagome.
"Something like that," she grins.
Kagome throws a dark look at Kaname. He smirks in return. A mischievous glint enters Kagome's eyes. She walks over to Senri and sits in his lap, his arms wrap around her, steadying her. She smiles, snuggling closer to him. Rima walks over and sits beside Senri, playing with Kagome's hair.
"Sorry, Kiryu. Like I said I'm not allowed to play with you. She, didn't mention any of the others, though," Kagome smirks.
"What do you think you're doing?" Kaname growls.
"Whatever I want, Princeling. You have no claim on me or her. You lost that right all those years ago. Try to claim us, and you'll regret it," Kagome replies, angrily.
"Wait, Kagome. You've met Lord Kaname before?" Hanabusa asks.
"Unfortunately," she responds, sticking a piece of pocky in her mouth.
"I see you told the Kiryu heir," Shippo comments.
"Mhm. He deserves to know the truth," Kagome says, eyes slowly drifting shut.
"Tired?" Miroku teases.
"Fuck off, nii-san," Kagome rests her head on Senri's shoulder.
"Temper, temper. You've always had a short fuse and foul mouth," Miroku sighs happily.
"No, I haven't," she grins.
"Short temper, yes. Foul mouthed? That's more of a recent development," Shippo says.
"You're supposed to be on my side," she complains, sticking her tongue out at him.
"Actually Sesshomaru sent me here. He'll be sending others as well," Shippo states, eyes never leaving Kagome's form.
"Ban's coming back?" Kagome smiles, relaxing against Senri.
"Why doesn't someone give me a good reason my Kagome is sitting with a goddamn bloodsucker?" Bankotsu asks as he appears with two others.
"Because we like Senri," Kagome speaks in the plural.
"Hey, it could be worse. She could be affectionate with the pureblood instead," Miroku says.
"Ugh, you just have to attempt to piss me off. 'Roku, I'm not going to be with the Princeling, besides he already has someone," Kagome states.
Kagome's eyes widen, she moves away from Senri. Shippo easily sweeps her off of her feet. He carries her to her room. Bankotsu, the two still in their cloaks, and Miroku follow after him. Shippo sets Kagome down on her bed.
Pain courses through Kagome's body. A dark purple light glows from her chest, where the Shikon Jewel resides. Bright pink light soon follows, absorbing the darker light. Eventually the light fades, and Kagome glows pink. She trembles, her lips part in a silent scream. The glow slowly diminishes, leaving Kagome. She curls up in a ball, still trembling.
Author's Note: I know I'm evil leaving a cliff hanger. Review, PM, ask questions, and I'll try to get the next chapter out as soon as possible. Remember I'm in college, it's difficult to find time to write. Love always, Saya.
