Ok so I'm bored and I decided I needed to add another chapter. Here goes.
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Chapter 2: The Storm Rolls In
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A resounding crash rang out from the forest, shattering the peace in the nearby village. Jolted from her reveries, Kagome jumped out of her make shift bed and ran for the hut's doorway. Outside most of the villagers were running for cover. Mothers were snatching their children from the streets and rushing them in side, while husbands hurriedly grabbed weapons as if to defend their village.
Kagome's attention was immediately drawn to the forest where a cloud of dust and dirt hovered in the air above it. She was so distracted by the horrible scene that she jumped when Inuyasha's hand grabbed her arm and dragged her back in side.
"Stupid wench! Don't tell me to leave cuz your feelin like shit, then go running around outside! Stay here!" He yelled as he plopped her forcefully onto her sleeping bag. She barely had time to respond before he rushed out the door towards the forest. As his fire rat robe disappeared from sight Kagome's eyes caught on something in the corner of the room.
That stupid dog, always rushing off without thinking. She huffed as she got up and grabbed Tetsusaiga. Quickly she pulled on her shoes and slung her bow and quiver over her shoulder, before racing out the door after the baka inu. Already his figure was vanishing into the forest and she poured on the speed to try to catch up to him. Of course it was impossible for her to catch Inuyasha but the quicker she got to him the quicker he got Tetsusaiga.
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Sango pulled back smiling, her lips tingling from the pressure of his passionate kiss. She was about to say something when her eyes were drawn to the side. Her eyes widened before she grabbed Miroku and hurled herself to the ground, dragging him with her. As the impact of the ground rattled through her a gust of wind blasted over their heads, the blades barely missing them. Miroku rolled to the side and jumped to his feet, staring in the direction of the attack. Sango stood and ignored the pain that stabbed through her ankle, obviously having been twisted on their descent.
A female laugh resounded through the forest as Kagura stepped from the trees. Sango's hand instinctively reached for Hiraikotsu but she realized she had left it back at the hut. She ground her teeth as she crouched slightly to retrieve the blade strapped to her leg.
"Good reflexes Slayer. That was quite amusing. Shall we play some more?" Kagura laughed as she flicked her fan towards the pair again. Miroku dodged easily and held his hand out before him, his other hand ready to unleash the Kazana. Kagura just smirked. "I wouldn't do that if I was you." She almost hummed. Before he had time to react Samyoushu poured out of the forest towards him.
A silvery blur burst through the forest and jumped into the swarm of poisonous insects. Claws flashed, wings flew, and dead bees littered the ground Inuyasha landed on. He let out a low growl which sounded roughly like 'Kagura' before he launched himself at the wind witch. She avoided his attack easily enough and sent him flying with a wave of wind blades.
As Inuyasha crashed into the trees behind him, Kagome immerged from the forest panting as she clutched Tetsusaiga. She lifted her head in time to see Kagura move swiftly towards Inuyasha. Dropping the sword, she drew her bow and notched an arrow.
"Kagura!" She yelled, shocking the witch just enough that it gave Inuyasha an opening. He slashed his claws down her side and she let out a small scream. Kagura snarled at him as she backed away. Kagome used the time to call to Inuyasha and toss him his blade. But before he could catch it, Kagura sent a wave of wind blades knocking it to the ground a good 10 feet from him. He growled and dove toward his sword only to be thrown back as more blades caught his side. Kagome screamed his name and released the arrow toward Kagura, who simply jumped back to avoid the purifying blow.
By this time Miroku had cleared out the rest of the Samyoushu and turned his attention back to Kagura. His hand raised, he released the Kazana, a great gust of wind pulling her towards the void. She whipped around and flung her fan in his direction, causing him to roll out of the way. The distraction was enough for Inuyasha to retrieve his sword and he now turned on Kagura with an evil grin.
"Now you die bitch! Kaze No Kizu!" He yelled as he swung his sword with all his might. Kagura's arms came up in front of her in an attempt to protect herself, but it was too late. The blast slammed into her and she was sent crashing into the forest. Inuyasha laughed. "Feh! Too easy." He said as he walked towards Kagome. A whoosh of wind rustled the trees and Kagura swooped up on her feather. Her clothes were torn and blood poured from a large gash on her shoulder as she glared down at the group.
"You will pay for what you have done. Make no mistake. I will destroy you." She spat, before flying off into the sky.
"I'd like to see you try bitch!" Inuyasha hollered after her, shaking his sword in the air. Kagome rested her hand on his shoulder, returning his attention to her. He rounded on her then. "WHAT THE HELL DO YOU THINK YOU'RE DOIN? HUH? I TOLD YOU TO STAY THE PUT YOU STUPID WENCH!" He screamed. Kagome just stared at him, a look of annoyance crossing her face.
"Inuyasha." She said, her voice dripping with venom. Inuyasha took a step back as his ears flattened to his head. He knew that tone. He barely had time to even consider running away before her voice boomed across the new clearing. "SIT!" He plummeted to the ground, burying himself in the dirt. Kagome stepped to the edge of the new Inuyasha sized crater and peered down at him.
"I came because some Baka forgot his sword in the hut. If I hadn't brought it to you, you could be dead for all I know. Just be happy I'm feeling better or you would be feeling my pain with me right now." She growled down at him. Before she could continue her rant a worried call snatched away her attention.
"Sango?" Miroku called as he scoured the clearing for his love. When was the last time he saw her? He tried to remember. Had she been hurt? He rushed into the debris from their battle and searched madly for the woman he loved, calling her name over and over. Kagome's eyes widened as she realized she hadn't seen Sango when she ran into the fight. "SANGO!" She screamed as she began searching in another part of the surrounding debris. Tears filled her eyes as she heard Miroku's heart wrenching cries coming from behind her. She could now hear Inuyasha calling Sango's name, having pulled himself from his hole and begun to search.
Out of the corner of his eye, Miroku caught a glimpse of a pale arm reaching out from under fallen tree branches. He cried out as he rushed to the body. Grabbing the biggest branches he flung them off to the side, slowly uncovering a battered and unconscious Sango. Tears filled his eyes as he pulled her from the wreckage and placed her gently on his lap.
Kagome gasped as she saw her almost sister lying lifelessly in Miroku's arms. She grabbed Inuyasha's haori as tears spilled down her cheeks. "No." Was all she could say as dread filled her. This couldn't happen, not now. Then Sango's chest slowly rose and fell, a small breath ruffling the loose hair that had fallen over her face. Beside her Kagome heard the breath whoosh out of Inuyasha, obviously having been held as he stared down at his friend.
Miroku gently lifted Sango into his arms and turned towards the village. Silently Kagome and Inuyasha followed him, moving the door aside when they reached the hut. He walked in and slowly lowered Sango to the ground. Inuyasha obediently fetched water while Kagome explained the recent events to a stricken and worried Kaede. Shippou clung to Kagome, tears in his eyes as he stared down at Sango.
Miroku took the water from Inuyasha and soaked a cloth in it, wiping the dirt and blood from his love's face. They waited silently, praying their friend would wake soon. A twitch in Sango's eyes made Miroku lean over her, and gently brush his hand across her face.
"Sango?" He called quietly. Kagome and Inuyasha looked up, hoping.
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Pain ripped through her head as Sango slowly gained consciousness. Where was she? What had happened? She couldn't remember what had quite happened but she knew she had been fighting someone before she'd been thrown off her feet and blacked out. Her head felt like it was splitting, and she was dimly aware of a throbbing in her ankle. It all hurt yet something smooth and warm caressed her face. She slowly opened her eyes to see a man leaning over her, his hand gently touching her cheek.
"AHHHH!" She screamed as she threw him across the room and jumped into battle stance. White fireworks exploded in front of her eyes and she swayed as her head protested the sudden movement. She lightly shook herself and focused on her surrounding. Kagome was standing close to her and Inuyasha was hovering close behind Kagome, ready to protect her if necessary.
"Sango?" Kagome asked tentatively. Her words barely registered, as all of Sango's attention was on the man across the room. He had pulled himself off the ground and was brushing himself off as he smiled at her. She growled at him.
"Who the hell are you and why were you touching me?"
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I'm going to leave it there for tonight. Thank you all for reading, I look forward to seeing some reviews. I shall see you all again tomorrow and will hopefully have time to post another chapter… or two if you're really lucky. O.o