InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Even Evil Has Reincarnates ❯ Know Thy Enemy ( Chapter 16 )

[ X - Adult: No readers under 18. Contains Graphic Adult Themes/Extreme violence. ]

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Unfortunately, this story and the characters herein pertain to Rumiko Takahasi.

Except for a select few... and the plot! Those are MINE! ALL MINE!!!!!!

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This story is rated M for Maturity.

Hanyou thoughts

Demon thoughts

Human thoughts

Note: Only those words that are not frequently used in fanfics will I put a translation to. I mean, come on… we know what a BAKA is…right?

Also, any and all comments are accepted. Be it negative or positive. Constructive criticism only helps and positive feedback inspires.

To those that have commented, thank you.

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Chapter 16: Know Thy Enemy

Sango sat beside her long time, `Boy is that an understatement', husband on their way to Madrid to meet up with Kagome and InuYasha, along with the rest of those that had been left for the second trip.

Looking towards her left, she looked at her husbands face. To anyone, he seemed to be sleeping but, she after all, knew him better than anyone and could tell that the wheels in his mind were churning regarding the last twenty four hours.

Could it have only really been yesterday they finally reunited with Kagome?

This had to have been the longest day in her nearly eternal existence. Lifting her hand, she swept a lingering hair out of her husbands face, “What are you thinking about darling?”

His eyes remained closed but his infamous smile played on his lips. Grasping her hand he laid a tender kiss on her palm. “I was just thinking of how much Kagome has changed.”

Flicking his nose, she glared and he looked at her with widened eyes, rubbing at his nose. “What?”

She continued glaring, “You better be talking about Kagome on the inside Miroku.”

He tried not to but, not succeeding he guffawed. “Sango! We've been together over five centuries and you are still acting jealous?!”

She huffed and crossed her arms over her chest while he continued smirking. Letting the air out of her lungs slowly she shook her head. “I'm sorry. It's a lot to take in twenty-four hours. Kagome…she seems so…” She drifted off, sorrow filling her eyes.

“Broken.”

She looked into her husband's eyes, tears overriding her vision, “Hai. I guess it's making me moody.”

Wiping the tears from his beautiful wife's face, he leaned down and kissed her nose, giving it the opposite attention of what she did to his. “We'll try our best to repair what's broken my love.”

She sighed, “Do you think it'll be easy?”

Miroku sighed as well, “Absolutely not.”

Sango play punched him, “Kami! Be positive! You're supposed to be my pillar of positivism!”

Chuckling, he lifted her face and gave her a tiny kiss, “My dearest wife, will you and only you bear my children?”

She smiled coyly, “Anytime houshi….anytime.”

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Chika sat back in her seat quietly observing all those around her. She really did like the `newcomers' but, she couldn't help but feel a little reserved about them. Kagome had not exactly explained why they waited five years and to be completely honest with herself, she was pissed off about it.

Souta glanced curiously at Chika, wondering what could be going through the firecrackers mind. Usually, Chika and quiet was a dangerous combo. He decided to do an intervention.

“What's going through your mind Chika?”

Chika snapped herself out of her reverie to look up at Souta. Shaking her head a little, she sighed and looked ahead of her. She felt his presence sit in the seat next to her and felt him place a hand lightly on her arm. She looked over to where he sat. Resigned to the fact that he would not stop until she gave him an answer, she whispered while stealing glances at Shippo, Miroku and Sango. “I just don't get them and I'm a little iffy about them, that's all.”

Souta furrowed his brows, “What do you mean?”

She leaned towards him so no one else could hear, “Like why did they wait five years to show up?”

She saw the sudden understanding dawn in his eyes and he smiled at her. He leaned in a little further and continued to speak in low whispers, he recounted the story of the how's and why's.

Chika huffed out exasperatedly, “Well I still don't understand how she forgave so easily.”

“Have you ever been in love or loved unconditionally Chika? Be it romantically or otherwise?”

She whipped her head to the side and saw him looking at her gently. His intense gaze made her squirm and made her nervous. “N-no.”

He smiled, although she knew it didn't reach his eyes, “Well, for InuYasha and the love he and they,” he nodded his head towards what she referred to as `newcomers', “have for my sister, they put their selfish desires to be with her aside and allowed her to grow, allowed her to live. They did not know what she would be put through, if not, I'm one thousand percent sure InuYasha would have told Midoriko where she could take her plan and shove it.”

Chika remained silent, unable to avert her gaze from his. This time, he smiled genuinely and rubbed his thumb in the back of her hand. “I'm positive one day you'll understand what true love is and what that implies fully.”

She could not explain the sensations his words penetrated through her being but, they warmed her chest and caused her to gasp.

`That stare, those words, his touch…'

She gently removed her hand and looked away. `What the hellswas that about?What the hells is this feeling?'

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Norio remained silent throughout the flight. He was never one for many words but, was one for many thoughts. That he had many of.

He was happy to see that his boss finally had some light come into her dull eyes, was happy to see her reunited with her family from beyond the well. Silently, though he would never admit, he was a bit envious of it all.

Hordes of women, always, threw themselves at him. He was not stupid, nor blind. He was good-looking, rich and intelligent. He had it all. Well, all except for what mattered.

Although he was surrounded by people he cared and admired, coming home to an empty house was almost as bad as the emptiness he felt in his heart. Before Zenaku had killed his parents, his parents shared a love for life and each other that would put a fairytale to shame.

He had always admired that about them and wished the same for himself.

Trying to mentally slap himself from his train of thought, he reprimanded himself. Yet he mentally sighed, `That type of love is not meant for everyone…'

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Ai could not stop giggling while talking to Shippo. He was really funny and had done a fantastic job at getting her mind off of the flight. She hated planes.

“So Shippo-kun, how old are you in human years?” She smiled at him.

Shippo made a show of mentally counting, “Hmmmm. I'm about twenty-one or twenty-two in human years.”

“So you're almost my age?”

He smiled, “I'm going to guess that you are… twenty?”

She play slapped his arm, “Nah-uh! Don't ever tell a girls age!” Then she giggled and whispered conspiratorially, “You got it right!”

They chuckled and giggled for a couple of more moments and then she asked seriously, “Was it hard? I mean, to live without seeing your adoptive mother for so long?”

Shippo looked at her with a gaze that tore her heart. He rasped, “You have no idea.”

Not wanting to push it but, wanting to genuinely know more, “What was she like back then?”'

He smiled and she could tell by the look in his eyes that he was traveling down memory lane. “She was fantastic. She was very young, very sweet, always spoiling me… well us…” He laughed and snorted, “Always getting kidnapped. Always fighting with Oyaji but…” He looked at her once more, “But always being the most loving, understanding individual ever. She was…is… the best person one could ever hope to meet and cross paths with.”

Ai was serious and nodded, “I agree.”

“How did you meet Okaa-san?”

Ai smiled a little smile that Shippo could tell carried some sadness, that is, if he hadn't smelled it first. “I met Kagome around three and a half years ago. I had just been removed from the orphanage because I was `one of the older ones' and they needed to get rid of some of the older ones to make room for the babies that would most probably get adopted before the older ones.”

Shippo's eyes widened but, he remained silent while she continued.

“I remember walking in the pouring rain, not having any idea of where I was heading and what I would do when I felt this warm sensation spread in my chest as I walked by this club—”

`Club Sanctuary…'Shippo realized.

“I went inside, following my instincts. When I got to the bar, Higurashi-sensei walked up with a cup of warm tea in her hand, a towel and a dry change of clothes. She smiled at me and simply said, `I was waiting for you.'” Ai looked up at Shippo and smiled, “She felt my aura approaching. She said she could see within my soul and explained to me that I too was a miko. She offered me a job, the proper training of my powers, a home and the family I never had.”

Taking one of Shippo's hands within both of hers, she looked him head-on once more, “So yes, your okaa-san is the best person I could have ever crossed paths with…and I'd do anything for her. She's my teacher, my best friend, my mother, my aunt, my sister, my family.”

Shippo took his clawed hand and wiped the tear that spilled from Ai's eye, “We're all your family now Ai-chan.”

She smiled a blinding smile at him. “Hai.”

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Kagome and InuYasha walked into their hotel with Gonzalo in the lead. Kagome could tell that Gonzalo was none to happy that she was reunited with InuYasha. She sighed. `He needs to get a grip…I mean come on! I never led him to believe we would be more!'

Reaching their room, Gonzalo opened the door and allowed Kagome to pass but refused to hold the door for InuYasha. InuYasha stared him down and growled, voicing his hostility. Smirking, Gonzalo said, “Problem hanyou?”

InuYasha was dying to bash this guys face in but, was cut off when Kagome suddenly threw her bags on the floor, none gently, stomped her way, lividly towards Gonzalo pointing a finger in his face. “I am going to say this once in Japanese or better yet, let's do Spanish so no corners are cut, hn?”

She took a deep breath, “Para de joder a mi marido. No lo voy a tolerar ni un segundo más. Si no te conviene una amistad, te vas a follar, si aceptas mi amistad bienvenido.” (Stop fucking with my husband. I will not tolerate one more second of it. If a friendship is no good for you, go fuck yourself, if you accept my friendship… I welcome it.)

She was breathing harshly by the end of the statement and Gonzalo did not interrupt but his eyes told her everything. Her words hit deep.

“Yo aprecio nuestra amistad con todo corazón Gonzalo pero es todo lo que hay entre tu y yo. Solo eso. Si no puedes comportarte…pues nuestra relación seria solamente profesional de acá adelante. ¿Entendáis?” (I appreciate our friendship with my whole heart Gonzalo. Only that. If you can't behave…well then our relationship will only be professional from here on out. Understand?)

InuYasha was trying with all his will not to smirk and stick his tongue out (along with a certain finger) at the prick that was testing five-hundred years of his hard earned patience.

Gonzalo's stoic mask did not slip once. Turning his back to Kagome and speaking in Japanese, “We will be meeting at the point at 9 P.M. tonight to discuss the details of the information we have regarding Zenaku's incarnations.”

Kagome's eyes widened, “What?!”

Turning to InuYasha, her breathing came out in gasps, “Incarnations?!”

InuYasha rushed up to her and slipped his arms around her before she collapsed, urging her to breathe. Putting aside his hatred for a moment, he looked up at Gonzalo. “How many?”

Switching his worried gaze from Kagome, he turned angry eyes at InuYasha. “So far two. We will speak more tonight.” With that he turned and left without a backward glance.

Kagome was still struggling to breathe and InuYasha urged her to the floor. “Koishii put your head between your knees and concentrate on breathing.”

She did as she was told and after a couple of moments, her breathing became controlled. “Incarnates. That bastard can create them too…'

InuYasha was stroking her head, “Hey… you ok?”

Looking up to see his face, she offered a lopsided half-smile. “Sorry I freaked out for a minute there…”

“Does that happen a lot?”

She closed her eyes and shook her head. “It's been a long time since I've had a panic attack.”

InuYasha looked at her pale face. He didn't dare ask because he knew the answer. Those panic attacks contributed into her being put in a mental health facility.

She had become a danger to others and herself.

Wordlessly he picked her up bridal style from the floor, walked over to the bed and laid them both down. Fitting her body into his, he kissed her temple and played with her hair until she found sleep.

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Several hours later, the whole group was now in Madrid and making their way over to meet with Gonzalo.

Everyone was silent in the car and Chika spoke up, “Oi, Kagome how did Gonzalo take it when he saw InuYasha?” Said hanyou growled and Kagome rolled her eyes and groaned.

Chika started laughing, “That good huh?!”

Sango felt a little left out, “Who's this Gonzalo?”

Kagome stayed tightlipped but the ever so anxious Ai answered, “He's an investigator that specializes in demon crimes that has an adult love-crush on our Higurashi-sensei.”

Everyone but InuYasha and Kagome laughed.

Kagome thanked the Kami's when she saw they were arriving and bolted from the van before it came to a full stop, yelling “We're here!” behind her.

Chika and Ai skipped towards the gate and were instantly met with Gonzalo. Chika being well, Chika, decided that busting his chops would be a great icebreaker.

“Hey lover boy! How are you?”

He scowled, “Bite me Chika.”

Chika feigned hurt and being appalled, put a hand over her chest “My word Gonzalo. You broke my heart and that hurts!” Then flicking his forehead added, “But I bet it doesn't hurt as much as that 2 by 4 up yer ass!”

They started yelling and screaming obscenities at each other and once Kagome was sure she could keep a straight face and failing miserably, “Ok…ok! Let's get down to…” She stated between laughs, “B-business.”

Nudging Kagome's shoulder, Chika smiled, “Feel better?”

Wrapping her arm around her friend, she smiled back, “Tons.”

InuYasha came around the other side and mimicked Kagome's gesture. “I think I like you Chika.”

The martial arts expert, smiled, “You ain't too bad yourself.”

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They all entered a big conference room and each took a seat at the conference table. Gonzalo remained standing and turned on the projector.

“Ok. The reason for which I asked you all to come to Madrid is because we have found some interesting information regarding Zenaku.”

Clicking the button he held in his hand, two pictures of two females came on screen.

“To your right, we have Nariko. The closest incarnation to Zenaku. 6'0”, long fire red hair, near black eyes, with a tan complexion, approximately 155 lbs. She has no special attacks that we know of only that she is a very efficient fighter and has great speed and strength. As far as weaknesses, we were unable to dig anything.”

Everyone except Kagome and InuYasha were speaking and trying to understand.

Sango stood up and slammed a hand on the table, “He has incarnates as well?! WHAT THE HELL?!”

Kagome turned to look at her friend, “We just found out this afternoon Sango. He's more and more like Naraku than we can imagine.”

Gonzalo cleared his voice and received a raised eyebrow from Kagome. He ignored her and continued, “Next to your left, we have Lai. She is not as close to Zenaku as Nariko but, we have reason to believe that she might be informative. She's 5'2”, sandy brown shoulder length straight hair, hazel colored eyes. Her complexion is tan and she is telekinetic. We have also heard rumors that she can overpower minds… mind control if you will. Again, weaknesses are unknown at this time.”

Taking a seat at the front of the table, Gonzalo turned to the group. “Nariko is currently in Madrid. Lai is in Paris. You'll usually find these females at clubs, usually, gothic dark clubs. Lai particularly has a favorite in Paris. Club Sacre Crouer.”

Kagome wanted to laugh. The demoness hung out at a club called `Sacred Heart'.

“We might be able to obtain the human alias that Zenaku uses from one of these incarnations.”

Turning to look at Sango, Kagome spoke, “That would be ideal but, I think that they would probably battle to the death without betraying their master.”

Chika got up and smirked dangerously, causing everyone to shrink back in their chair, “So we get them to talk.”

Raising an eyebrow, Kagome smirked as well, “Hm.”

Utterly confused Souta spoke up everyones obvious mental thought, “Um, care to share, we aren't mind readers.”

Both Kagome and Chika spoke in unison. “Torture.”

The martial artist, clasped her hands together, “We can tie them up and cut off part by part till they spill.”

“Hm. Maybe I can purify bits and pieces.”

Chika stroked her chin, “No that's too suttle.”

Everyone looked on as Chika and Kagome spoke of ways to torture so animatedly as if they were talking flowers.

“Oi Okaa-san, morbid much? Sheesh. I'm a demon and I am having a little trouble stomaching your ideas.”

Kagome sent a look to her adoptive son that would have made the ruler of the underworld, cringe, get in fetal position and beg for mommy. “Whatever it takes.” She looked purposely around the table, catching each and everyones eye, “This is who I am. I do what I must to get information and deal with the bad guys.” Casting them all with a dark smirk, bangs over her eyes, “Still ready to deal with a monster?”

Shippo got up and approached his mother, crouching down to look her in her eye, he whispered, “You are not a monster mama. They are. I'm just still getting used to this new side of you. I'm sorry.”

Kagome loosened her mouth which had been in a tight line and ruffled Shippo's hair. Sighing, “I'm sorry too kiddo. I forget that it's only been about a day since our reunion and you guys are still getting used to this.”

Wanting to break the tension in the room, Ai cleared her throat, “Higurashi-sensei, when will we be making `contact'?”

Pinching the bridge of her nose and leaning her head back in the chair, she remains silent for a couple of seconds. With a smile spreading over her features, she straightens out and folds her hands in front of her. “Well, in case this is a trap, we do not want to move in right away. I say we go to Paris first since they do not expect that. We'll go by train since I believe they will be keeping an eye at the airport and not expecting us to make our move. We'll leave tomorrow bright and early. We'll meet at the underground garage of the hotel and leave from there, in case someone is staking out the hotel. We'll take separate taxi's going different routes to the train station. We will not make small talk with the drivers about where we are heading in case, Zenaku's henchmen ask. They won't see our move so; they will not know where we are striking first. Obviously, Paris will not be on their mind. They know we want the big catch being Nariko. With so many destinations by train and airports…well their guess is as good as any. When we get to Paris and once we find this Lai, we can try to bind her powers and try to obtain the information needed. As little torture as possible.”

Everyone sat with their mouths agape. Souta whistled. “Wow.”

InuYasha was impressed and damned proud of how she came up with a very intelligent solution with little risk in seconds. He smiled. `Keh. Still a sneaky wench.'

Miroku cracked a huge smile, “Kagome, you are still as quick minded as ever.”

Kagome actually blushed. “Oi! Enough of the praising looks!” She held her hands to her burning cheeks.

InuYasha chuckled, “Can't help it wench. You impressed us.”

Rolling her eyes and giving them all a two finger salute, she strolled out of the room uttering, “Bakas.”

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+Sur a Paris! Recontrer Lai.+

On to Paris! Meet Lai.

So, I have officially started working on story #2 but, I will not be posted that anytime soon. I'm planning for December. I'm still having trouble finding time to type this one.

Luckily, I already have a layout for the next 3 chapters of this story and I really don't want to start posting story #2 until I have a whole lot of chapters (like 15 Ü) completed. I have all these ideas going through my head and sometimes, they scatter around and jumble when I try to get them out. My mind is a scary place… I get lost there sometimes. Mou.

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