Shippo and Rin were watching the grownups with interest. Something big was about to happen, something momentous. While Rin had been expecting it all along, Shippo on the other hand was somewhat surprised.
Inuyasha's hand clasped the hilt of his sword, ready to defend his claim to Kagome.
Sesshoumaru rose from his place at the base of a tree, his eyes locked on his opponent for the miko's attentions.
The tension in the air was palpable as they slowly began to close the distance between them.
This battle would change everything and end the power struggle once and for all.