InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Lost Hopes ❯ Chapter 30
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By: inuchanpuppy 
Anime/Manga: InuYasha Fan Fiction | Genre(s): Hentai / Romance / Angst | Type: Alternate Universe | Uploaded On: 09.14.2006 | Pages: 2 | Words: 2.8K | Visits: 3.3K | Status: Completed
Anime/Manga: InuYasha Fan Fiction | Genre(s): Hentai / Romance / Angst | Type: Alternate Universe | Uploaded On: 09.14.2006 | Pages: 2 | Words: 2.8K | Visits: 3.3K | Status: Completed
Author Notes: Okay guys, first I must say I am terribly sorry for delay of the posting of this chapter. I had finished it a few weeks ago and sent it to my beta and from the looks of it, she has vanished on me. I had waited and waited and waited some more and was considering pleading for a beta on the net when my new beta contacted me regarding the posting of this chapter. Helpless I turned to her and she seems to be doing a great job now. So Sorry again!
However I must thanks all those have put in their views, from flaming fires singeing my ass to pleading for the new chapter to death threats : ). I highly appreciate them all. Thanks!
Reviewer Thanks: sesshys numba1 gurl, Bibi11, SoarMore_FlyHigher, acr, Neko_Chaos, greentresses, Fairyqueen mab
And Finally ALISHA my new beta! You’re a life Saver and doing a wonderful job.
Now on to the chapter dearies… Read on…
Chapter 30
“Hurry up Keiko” Hotaru urged as they half walked and half ran towards Inuyasha’s chamber. Kouga had, not a moment ago busted into her room dragging her without an explanation to where Keiko was taking care of an convalescing Kaiya (the she wolf having given birth to twin males two nights before). She might have skinned her grandson for this but the growing concern and pure wrath on Kouga’s face made her consider the wolf prince’s imminent death. Entering Keiko’s room Kouga had pulled them out before briefly informed them of the “discovery” made by their scouts and asked them to take care of Inuyasha and at any cost not let him leave his chambers. With that he hurried out, even before Keiko could ask him more, followed closely by an equally agitated and growly Katashi.
They had wanted to ask more questions but sensing the urgency of the situation Hotaru had stopped Keiko and asking Katashi’s mother to watch for Kaiya and the pups they hurried towards their destination. Reaching the large door marking his grandson’s chamber Hotaru was about to knock when suddenly the walls shook a howl echoed through the castle starting the pair and terrifying the occupant of the castle, its shockwaves causing a shower of debris to rain on them.
“What in the world is going on?” Keiko wondered bewildered as she shielded herself and Hotaru against the falling debris.
The demigoddess’ brow furrowed for a second, her nose lifting into the air sniffing and her eyes glazed over before they eyes widened dramatically. “Come on!” Hotaru urged urgently changing her direction completely and hurrying towards to the council chambers. Hotaru urged, changing her direction... “But what about…” Keiko tried to ask as she ran to keep up with her mother-in-law.
“He’s not in there,” Hotaru replied. “We need to hurry, Inuyasha… the idiot is in trouble…”
Another roar rang through the castle its power causing the hairs to stand their ends and they broke in a run hurrying towards the council chamber.
oooooooooo
Crimson eyes glanced around, a cry of feral nature tearing from his throat as he fought against the power that had held him captive for years. Distantly he could hear the cries of his concerned mate and his family, of the humans and demons who befriended, of the one who betrayed him time and again yet he paid no mind to them, his focus only to protect the unborn child that grew within him. He had lost a part him due his weakness but this time he was not going to give up without a fight. He would never let the clutches of the evil wrench to snatch his child away from him again. He would not allow the evil retch to snatch his unborn pup away from him again. Reason: the sentence was kind of confusing.
Never Again!
Crimson youki flared, Inuyasha snarling and the sharp fangs extending and digging into his lips, the wound dripping blood before a sphere of crackling energy burst forth engulfed him, pulsing with white shots hiding him from all eyes. Within it Inuyasha forged his battle. The walls trembled and groaned debris flying everywhere as he called forth the raw power of his heritage to fight the blinding white of captivity. Powers clashed, their friction making the air cackle around the inu prince, lashing out to one who dared come close. The walls seemed to convulse, debris flying everywhere, as he called forth the magnificent raw power of his ancient heritage to fight the blinding white of captivity.
“Inuyasha!” Kouga cried out as he tried to reach out his mate. A hand settled on shoulder pulling him back from the lashing and he snarled baring his fangs at the intruder.
“Stay away from him!” Hotaru warned, her eyes a burning furnace and face hard, “You must let him fight it.”
“But…” Kouga looked frantically for a way to reach his mate but found none.
“No Kouga, it’s his battle and he must fight.” Hotaru said calmly.
“My mate… my child!” Kouga growled. “I cannot just stand here and do nothing!”
“Your mate is strong Kouga. He fights this battle for your child, his youki shall protect it. Your pup shall not be harmed. Have faith in your mate. He will win against it,” Keiko assured as she stepped beside her mother-in-law’s side, ignoring the chaos that had broken out on the other side of the room.
Inuyasha fought on.
oooooooo
From the far end Kagome fumed as she watched the drama unfold before her. The one who practically drooled over her, claiming her to “his woman” countless number of times, was worried for his rival more than her! And what were the wolf tribe doing talking about Inuyasha and…. and…how could Inuyasha fight her power. Looking at her companions, she saw them watching Inuyasha and the other with awe in their eyes. She could hold her anger in no longer.
“WHAT IN THE WORLD IS GOING ON?” she shrieked while unsuccessfully attempting to dislodge an agitated Katashi and few wolves who stood in her path.
“You will stay where you are human and you shall talk no more…” Katashi snarled. “Lest you may loose you tongue. I am sure the wolves here would love a good meal.” The wolves growled in agreement. Anger and defiance etched on her face Kagome refused to back up preparing herself for a one on one verbal war but Sango stepped in before she could get herself killed.
“Stop it Kagome!” she sternly rebuked as she eyed the wolves and demons warily. “Haven’t you done enough?”
“WHAT DID I DO?” the miko yelled back at her. “These animals… they just won’t”
Sango shook her head in disgust, wasn’t the girl aware of the dangerous circumstances they are in? “Just… just shut up Kagome… for once just think beyond yourself.”
“What? What are you…” but the words died in her throat as clawed fingers clutched her throat in a death grip, lifting her off the ground. “Ko…Kouga”
The wolf snarled, baring his fangs, his eyes bleeding crimson. “You, you are the cause of this, human filth! How dare you! How dare you come into my home and harm my mate” the girl struggled within his grasp “This is not your…”
“Kouga stop it!” The urgent voice of his mother echoed through the room and he turned snarling at her.
“… playground, this is my home, MY TERRITORY!” Kouga’s claws dug deeper in her naked flesh drawing blood. The wolves growled drawing closer to the scent of blood.
“Kouga, please now it’s not the time. Inuyasha needs you now. KOUGA CEASE!” The sheer power underlying those two words made his finger's uncurl around the miko's neck, throwing her into the nearest wall.
Sliding unceremoniously on the ground Kagome heaved and coughed clutching her throat and trembled looking up towards Sango but finding little sympathy in her eyes.
“You never listen do you?” Sango spat in contempt. “You fail to understand Kagome not all demons are under your control. When you are told to stay put, you should do just that.”
The words seemed to startle the miko and she turned her eyes to the monk for his ever-present apologetic gestures on behalf his fiancé’s rough words or even a bit of sympathy but there was none.
Shippo whimpered in Miroku’s arms, his gaze travelling from the struggling Inuyasha to a raging Kagome, clearly confused, shocked and perhaps a bit frightened of the miko’s new attitude.
ooooooooo
A shrill cry across the room drew their attention and all turned just in time to see the white pulses mixing with red and the sphere turned transparent and amidst it stood Inuyasha who threw his heads back, his ivory mane flying around him around him and his back arched as a savage roar tore from his throat. The beads, a blinding white in colour, tried their last to dismantle his efforts and finally admitted its defeat and shattered along with the sphere which dispersed with boom, the backlash of both the raw youki and the released power of the beads sent a whirlwind of energy throughout the room almost sending the nearby occupants into the walls.
Silence reigned through the room, the only noise a dull thrum of the dissipating power of the room.
The crimson glow around Inuyasha remained for a second or two before fading as the inu collapsed on the grounded on his hands and knees as his fang retracted, the jagged lines across his face disappeared and the crimson in his eyes bled away leaving him heaving and exhausted. Kouga scrambled and rushed to his side, concern marring his face. A soft mew caught his attention and he began to bare his fangs in warning but a trembling hand reached out and Kouga backed off as Inuyasha pulled the little firecat closer to him. Kirara mewed again before licking the sweat sleeked face.
“Kirara…” was a soft pleased whisper and the firecat transformed to large size and curled around the inu protectively allowing Inuyasha to fall against her to rest.
“Inuyasha?”
Tired golden eyes lifted to three pair of concerned eyes and he smiled. “I did it… I fought... I am free.”
“Yes love you are,” Kouga smiled kissing his mate’s forehead holding his hand still worried. “and I am proud of you.”
A trembling hand came to rest upon his bulge and Inuyasha looked up again, a silent plea for in his eyes. “The pup?”
"Is perfectly all right” Hotaru assured her hands covering Inuyasha’s own and he sighed in relief. “…and you did one hell of a job darling.”
“And now you should rest, dear and let us take care of you.” Keiko said as she ran her fingers through his hair in a gesture of motherly affection.
Inuyasha nodded silently, his eyes already closing. “Kirara stay…” he murmured and the fire-cat curled tightly around his body. Kouga looked as he was about to protest but both Keiko and Hotaru held back with a look. “rest… tired….,”Inuyasha mumbled.
“Kouga take him inside.” Keiko ordered and Kouga nodded.
“And the kitty stays” Hotaru added pointedly. Kouga growled a bit but knew better than to go against her wishes. Picking up his mate carefully his arms he glared as Kirara transformed to her little self before hopping onto his shoulder. She mewed again showing her appreciation and thanks. Kouga turned with another growl, shooting a death glare towards Kagome before walking out of the room wading through the small crowd that had formed beyond the door with Keiko behind him.
“You girl, you better not use that bow and arrow of yours. You may get the time to use it, my warriors are faster than you instinct, they will tear you apart.” Hotaru remarked calmly before turning to face the humans. “You do not want to loose your hands or your life now, do you?” she smirked and Kagome’s hands jerked away from her weapon, her eyes going wide. The demigoddess studied Kagome silver eyes holding such cold fury in them that even the wolves could prevent the shudder that ran down their spine. She had thoroughly studied the humans and the two demons who invaded her home. While the little kitty and the small fox pup along Taijiya and the odd monk seemed more or less tolerable the miko’s obstinacy and rudeness irked her. She wanted nothing more than to teach a lesson, oh yes… it would have been good though painful for the miko but the girl needed some serious pounding. She watched the human girl look at her still a bit baffled and then suddenly snap out of it and glare at her. Hotaru frowned. Did she not sense the danger she was in? Even the other humans were smart enough to obey and to appear harmless around the angry wolves. Was she so full of herself that she did pay heed to her surroundings? Raising an eyebrow she glared back at the obstinate girl.
“Just what the hell…” the foolish miko began but was cut off.
“You will spew no more nonsense here, girl. Miko or not you are at a disadvantage here, for we are many an you are but a few.” The girl scowled at her and she returned it with a perfectly evil smirk as she advanced towards her. “You are in dire need of learning the meaning of the word discipline and I alone can teach lessons of humility that your parents had forgotten to impart on you.” Kagome scowled but strangely no words sprang from her mouth. The wolves parted giving Hotaru way so that he may approach her. The miko took a step back unconsciously. Hotaru’s smirked widened into an evil smile.
“You had the audacity to venture in our territory without our permission and threaten the life one of our own and before you open that vile mouth of your remember that not many had survived the extraction their loosely flapping tongues for interrupting me.” The miko promptly shut her open mouth earning an amused snort from the demoness. “As I was saying, though you’ve come here you shall not disrupt our lives with your foolish ways. You have caused enough damage here and now you behave or be guided mercilessly towards the doors of hell.” Fortunately, The girl remained silent. “You shall follow our rule we have as along as you stand our grounds. By that I mean you shall not regard my grandson-in-law or anyone else without proper title and you shall not speak unless you’re spoken to. You do travel with worthwhile humans, try to learn from them. For now there shall be no more discussion. You shall guided to where you shall wait until we call upon you or decide what should be done in retaliation for the damage you have caused.” she announced with a finality in her voice that left no questioned unasked. “Katashi”
“Yes, my lady” the wolf general bowed formally and Hotaru expertly hid her smirk at his antics.
“You will lead them to the lower chambers and make sure they are well guarded. See that they do not leave the room, do not hesitate to slice their throats should they try.” She said looking at Kagome daring the miko to protest. When there was none she continued. “Present them at the council room tomorrow morning”.
“Hai!” Katashi saluted and with a quick smirk towards Hotaru turned to lead the small group out of the room.
“He is going to be alright, isn’t he?” Sango asked softly as she passed her. Hotaru nodded silently and watched the group leave the room.
TBC….
However I must thanks all those have put in their views, from flaming fires singeing my ass to pleading for the new chapter to death threats : ). I highly appreciate them all. Thanks!
Reviewer Thanks: sesshys numba1 gurl, Bibi11, SoarMore_FlyHigher, acr, Neko_Chaos, greentresses, Fairyqueen mab
And Finally ALISHA my new beta! You’re a life Saver and doing a wonderful job.
Now on to the chapter dearies… Read on…
Chapter 30
“Hurry up Keiko” Hotaru urged as they half walked and half ran towards Inuyasha’s chamber. Kouga had, not a moment ago busted into her room dragging her without an explanation to where Keiko was taking care of an convalescing Kaiya (the she wolf having given birth to twin males two nights before). She might have skinned her grandson for this but the growing concern and pure wrath on Kouga’s face made her consider the wolf prince’s imminent death. Entering Keiko’s room Kouga had pulled them out before briefly informed them of the “discovery” made by their scouts and asked them to take care of Inuyasha and at any cost not let him leave his chambers. With that he hurried out, even before Keiko could ask him more, followed closely by an equally agitated and growly Katashi.
They had wanted to ask more questions but sensing the urgency of the situation Hotaru had stopped Keiko and asking Katashi’s mother to watch for Kaiya and the pups they hurried towards their destination. Reaching the large door marking his grandson’s chamber Hotaru was about to knock when suddenly the walls shook a howl echoed through the castle starting the pair and terrifying the occupant of the castle, its shockwaves causing a shower of debris to rain on them.
“What in the world is going on?” Keiko wondered bewildered as she shielded herself and Hotaru against the falling debris.
The demigoddess’ brow furrowed for a second, her nose lifting into the air sniffing and her eyes glazed over before they eyes widened dramatically. “Come on!” Hotaru urged urgently changing her direction completely and hurrying towards to the council chambers. Hotaru urged, changing her direction... “But what about…” Keiko tried to ask as she ran to keep up with her mother-in-law.
“He’s not in there,” Hotaru replied. “We need to hurry, Inuyasha… the idiot is in trouble…”
Another roar rang through the castle its power causing the hairs to stand their ends and they broke in a run hurrying towards the council chamber.
oooooooooo
Crimson eyes glanced around, a cry of feral nature tearing from his throat as he fought against the power that had held him captive for years. Distantly he could hear the cries of his concerned mate and his family, of the humans and demons who befriended, of the one who betrayed him time and again yet he paid no mind to them, his focus only to protect the unborn child that grew within him. He had lost a part him due his weakness but this time he was not going to give up without a fight. He would never let the clutches of the evil wrench to snatch his child away from him again. He would not allow the evil retch to snatch his unborn pup away from him again. Reason: the sentence was kind of confusing.
Never Again!
Crimson youki flared, Inuyasha snarling and the sharp fangs extending and digging into his lips, the wound dripping blood before a sphere of crackling energy burst forth engulfed him, pulsing with white shots hiding him from all eyes. Within it Inuyasha forged his battle. The walls trembled and groaned debris flying everywhere as he called forth the raw power of his heritage to fight the blinding white of captivity. Powers clashed, their friction making the air cackle around the inu prince, lashing out to one who dared come close. The walls seemed to convulse, debris flying everywhere, as he called forth the magnificent raw power of his ancient heritage to fight the blinding white of captivity.
“Inuyasha!” Kouga cried out as he tried to reach out his mate. A hand settled on shoulder pulling him back from the lashing and he snarled baring his fangs at the intruder.
“Stay away from him!” Hotaru warned, her eyes a burning furnace and face hard, “You must let him fight it.”
“But…” Kouga looked frantically for a way to reach his mate but found none.
“No Kouga, it’s his battle and he must fight.” Hotaru said calmly.
“My mate… my child!” Kouga growled. “I cannot just stand here and do nothing!”
“Your mate is strong Kouga. He fights this battle for your child, his youki shall protect it. Your pup shall not be harmed. Have faith in your mate. He will win against it,” Keiko assured as she stepped beside her mother-in-law’s side, ignoring the chaos that had broken out on the other side of the room.
Inuyasha fought on.
oooooooo
From the far end Kagome fumed as she watched the drama unfold before her. The one who practically drooled over her, claiming her to “his woman” countless number of times, was worried for his rival more than her! And what were the wolf tribe doing talking about Inuyasha and…. and…how could Inuyasha fight her power. Looking at her companions, she saw them watching Inuyasha and the other with awe in their eyes. She could hold her anger in no longer.
“WHAT IN THE WORLD IS GOING ON?” she shrieked while unsuccessfully attempting to dislodge an agitated Katashi and few wolves who stood in her path.
“You will stay where you are human and you shall talk no more…” Katashi snarled. “Lest you may loose you tongue. I am sure the wolves here would love a good meal.” The wolves growled in agreement. Anger and defiance etched on her face Kagome refused to back up preparing herself for a one on one verbal war but Sango stepped in before she could get herself killed.
“Stop it Kagome!” she sternly rebuked as she eyed the wolves and demons warily. “Haven’t you done enough?”
“WHAT DID I DO?” the miko yelled back at her. “These animals… they just won’t”
Sango shook her head in disgust, wasn’t the girl aware of the dangerous circumstances they are in? “Just… just shut up Kagome… for once just think beyond yourself.”
“What? What are you…” but the words died in her throat as clawed fingers clutched her throat in a death grip, lifting her off the ground. “Ko…Kouga”
The wolf snarled, baring his fangs, his eyes bleeding crimson. “You, you are the cause of this, human filth! How dare you! How dare you come into my home and harm my mate” the girl struggled within his grasp “This is not your…”
“Kouga stop it!” The urgent voice of his mother echoed through the room and he turned snarling at her.
“… playground, this is my home, MY TERRITORY!” Kouga’s claws dug deeper in her naked flesh drawing blood. The wolves growled drawing closer to the scent of blood.
“Kouga, please now it’s not the time. Inuyasha needs you now. KOUGA CEASE!” The sheer power underlying those two words made his finger's uncurl around the miko's neck, throwing her into the nearest wall.
Sliding unceremoniously on the ground Kagome heaved and coughed clutching her throat and trembled looking up towards Sango but finding little sympathy in her eyes.
“You never listen do you?” Sango spat in contempt. “You fail to understand Kagome not all demons are under your control. When you are told to stay put, you should do just that.”
The words seemed to startle the miko and she turned her eyes to the monk for his ever-present apologetic gestures on behalf his fiancé’s rough words or even a bit of sympathy but there was none.
Shippo whimpered in Miroku’s arms, his gaze travelling from the struggling Inuyasha to a raging Kagome, clearly confused, shocked and perhaps a bit frightened of the miko’s new attitude.
ooooooooo
A shrill cry across the room drew their attention and all turned just in time to see the white pulses mixing with red and the sphere turned transparent and amidst it stood Inuyasha who threw his heads back, his ivory mane flying around him around him and his back arched as a savage roar tore from his throat. The beads, a blinding white in colour, tried their last to dismantle his efforts and finally admitted its defeat and shattered along with the sphere which dispersed with boom, the backlash of both the raw youki and the released power of the beads sent a whirlwind of energy throughout the room almost sending the nearby occupants into the walls.
Silence reigned through the room, the only noise a dull thrum of the dissipating power of the room.
The crimson glow around Inuyasha remained for a second or two before fading as the inu collapsed on the grounded on his hands and knees as his fang retracted, the jagged lines across his face disappeared and the crimson in his eyes bled away leaving him heaving and exhausted. Kouga scrambled and rushed to his side, concern marring his face. A soft mew caught his attention and he began to bare his fangs in warning but a trembling hand reached out and Kouga backed off as Inuyasha pulled the little firecat closer to him. Kirara mewed again before licking the sweat sleeked face.
“Kirara…” was a soft pleased whisper and the firecat transformed to large size and curled around the inu protectively allowing Inuyasha to fall against her to rest.
“Inuyasha?”
Tired golden eyes lifted to three pair of concerned eyes and he smiled. “I did it… I fought... I am free.”
“Yes love you are,” Kouga smiled kissing his mate’s forehead holding his hand still worried. “and I am proud of you.”
A trembling hand came to rest upon his bulge and Inuyasha looked up again, a silent plea for in his eyes. “The pup?”
"Is perfectly all right” Hotaru assured her hands covering Inuyasha’s own and he sighed in relief. “…and you did one hell of a job darling.”
“And now you should rest, dear and let us take care of you.” Keiko said as she ran her fingers through his hair in a gesture of motherly affection.
Inuyasha nodded silently, his eyes already closing. “Kirara stay…” he murmured and the fire-cat curled tightly around his body. Kouga looked as he was about to protest but both Keiko and Hotaru held back with a look. “rest… tired….,”Inuyasha mumbled.
“Kouga take him inside.” Keiko ordered and Kouga nodded.
“And the kitty stays” Hotaru added pointedly. Kouga growled a bit but knew better than to go against her wishes. Picking up his mate carefully his arms he glared as Kirara transformed to her little self before hopping onto his shoulder. She mewed again showing her appreciation and thanks. Kouga turned with another growl, shooting a death glare towards Kagome before walking out of the room wading through the small crowd that had formed beyond the door with Keiko behind him.
“You girl, you better not use that bow and arrow of yours. You may get the time to use it, my warriors are faster than you instinct, they will tear you apart.” Hotaru remarked calmly before turning to face the humans. “You do not want to loose your hands or your life now, do you?” she smirked and Kagome’s hands jerked away from her weapon, her eyes going wide. The demigoddess studied Kagome silver eyes holding such cold fury in them that even the wolves could prevent the shudder that ran down their spine. She had thoroughly studied the humans and the two demons who invaded her home. While the little kitty and the small fox pup along Taijiya and the odd monk seemed more or less tolerable the miko’s obstinacy and rudeness irked her. She wanted nothing more than to teach a lesson, oh yes… it would have been good though painful for the miko but the girl needed some serious pounding. She watched the human girl look at her still a bit baffled and then suddenly snap out of it and glare at her. Hotaru frowned. Did she not sense the danger she was in? Even the other humans were smart enough to obey and to appear harmless around the angry wolves. Was she so full of herself that she did pay heed to her surroundings? Raising an eyebrow she glared back at the obstinate girl.
“Just what the hell…” the foolish miko began but was cut off.
“You will spew no more nonsense here, girl. Miko or not you are at a disadvantage here, for we are many an you are but a few.” The girl scowled at her and she returned it with a perfectly evil smirk as she advanced towards her. “You are in dire need of learning the meaning of the word discipline and I alone can teach lessons of humility that your parents had forgotten to impart on you.” Kagome scowled but strangely no words sprang from her mouth. The wolves parted giving Hotaru way so that he may approach her. The miko took a step back unconsciously. Hotaru’s smirked widened into an evil smile.
“You had the audacity to venture in our territory without our permission and threaten the life one of our own and before you open that vile mouth of your remember that not many had survived the extraction their loosely flapping tongues for interrupting me.” The miko promptly shut her open mouth earning an amused snort from the demoness. “As I was saying, though you’ve come here you shall not disrupt our lives with your foolish ways. You have caused enough damage here and now you behave or be guided mercilessly towards the doors of hell.” Fortunately, The girl remained silent. “You shall follow our rule we have as along as you stand our grounds. By that I mean you shall not regard my grandson-in-law or anyone else without proper title and you shall not speak unless you’re spoken to. You do travel with worthwhile humans, try to learn from them. For now there shall be no more discussion. You shall guided to where you shall wait until we call upon you or decide what should be done in retaliation for the damage you have caused.” she announced with a finality in her voice that left no questioned unasked. “Katashi”
“Yes, my lady” the wolf general bowed formally and Hotaru expertly hid her smirk at his antics.
“You will lead them to the lower chambers and make sure they are well guarded. See that they do not leave the room, do not hesitate to slice their throats should they try.” She said looking at Kagome daring the miko to protest. When there was none she continued. “Present them at the council room tomorrow morning”.
“Hai!” Katashi saluted and with a quick smirk towards Hotaru turned to lead the small group out of the room.
“He is going to be alright, isn’t he?” Sango asked softly as she passed her. Hotaru nodded silently and watched the group leave the room.
TBC….