Disclaimer: I do not own Rumiko Takahashi's characters.
Author's Notes: The chapters in this story have largely been written in response to the prompts given at the livejournal community, dokuga contest (see the link in my profile). I am ever so grateful to the moderators of the community for the challenges and inspiration they have provided.
Current Theme/Prompt: Flame (100-word drabble #106)
2. Home
As the well's magic loosened its hold, gravity set in, and Kagome collapsed in a disconsolate heap. Swiping at the blood, dirt and tears streaked on her face, she willed herself into climbing out.
Once over the ledge, the smell hit like a wall – making her want to cry, vomit and scream. Heavy smoke stung her eyes, and flames still licked at the cracking timber – all that remained of the village she'd called home.
There was nowhere left to run. She'd fled one nightmare only to be faced with another.
Before falling, he'd told her to seek his brother.
Sesshoumaru.