...
Kagome slowly turned her head and appraised the demon beside her.
She was shocked of his admittance to what, to him, must be a calamitous defeat.
Not only had he not found whatever he was searching for, he was also outwitted by a human.
Before she could stop it, she let out a small giggle.
Amber eyes narrowed.
"What is it that you find so amusing, Miko?"
Kagome took a calming breath before looking at him once more.
"I apologize; I did not think that you would admit to failure."
He grunted.
"This one has not failed in his task yet, Miko."
