Chapter 23: Audaciousness
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"Remove yourself," demanded the porcelain mask. Kagome's eyes narrowed in response and drew the girl closer, defiantly.
"May I ask why?" questioned Kagome, her eyes defensive, wandering across the armored man, searching for signs of weakness. The guard's soulless eyes flashed and Kagome assumed he was about to reply when the girl in her arms turned suddenly and lashed out.
"Guard-san leave her alone!" Kagome's mouth opened slightly in surprise as her full attention was swallowed by the girl's angry, commanding tone.
"Of course Airi-sama," bowed the guard. Kagome's eyebrows drew together in confusion, all eyes on the little girl.
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