InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Never Gonna Let You Go ❯ Death and a New Beginning ( Chapter 27 )

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Kagome could only stare at the bloody scene. Kazuhiko's blade had pierced Sesshoumaru's back and chest and his hand was also buried deep in his father's back. Kazuhiko took out his hand, and laughing, licked off his father's blood,

"So I can't beat you, can I father? Well, I just did. Your time here as leader is over and I will reign supreme. And I will kill that whore you call mate and her bratty pups."

Kagome ran over to Sesshoumaru, calling out his name, crying heavily. The western wolves asked their eastern comrades to hold off Kazuhiko and protect the Lady. The eastern leader surrounded Kazuhiko as the leader of the western tribe yelled out,

"We do not recognize you as leader. Isamu is the new leader should Lord Sesshoumaru die.", he said as the other wolves cheered in agreement.

"I don't give a damn what you wolves think. I destroyed my father so it is my rightful place to be leader. I will destroy all of you, including the whore you call Lady!", said Kazuhiko.

Kagome laid across Sesshoumaru's chest, covering his wound with her hands and trying to stem the flow of blood, which was massive. Sesshoumaru spoke to her,

"My love, do not weep for me. If it were not for you, my life would have been miserable. You will soon be free again. Please, attempt to find another mate. You do not deserve to be alone."

"No ...Sesshoumaru ... you'll be fine. You'll heal .. you're strong like that.", Kagome sobbed.

"I'm afraid my son knew just where to attack. I'm not long for this world. I do not recognize Kazuhiko as my son anymore. He is banished from my home. Isamu is the true leader. Give him the Tenseiga. He must learn to use it. My love, I'm afraid that my words will not be enough. You are not safe here. You ... you ... must find a safe haven ... elsewhere. I never had someone to protect, father, until now. Live long, Kagome, live long and well with our ... children.", he spoke the last word with his final breath.

"NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!", Kagome screamed as she pounded his chest, "DO NOT LEAVE ME!! DON'T YOU DARE LEAVE ME!", she cried out.

Takeshi turned around at his words. Did he just say Kagome? He looked at the woman. This couldn't be his mother, Kagome. This girl was a dog demon hamyou. But, Kagome is not a common name. Could it be?

"Good. The regal prince is dead and I am the rightful leader! Give me the Tenseiga, whore!", he commanded Kagome.

Takeshi stopped him, "He renounced you as his son. You have no rightful claim here. Who is Isamu?", Takeshi turned around and looked,

"I am.", said a handsome young man.

"You! You are the rightful leader. Hail to Isamu!", Takeshi called out. The western wolves joined in, "Hail to Isamu." Reaching down, Takeshi said, "Excuse me, my Lady. I believe this belongs to your son.", as he removed the Tenseiga from Sesshoumaru's hip and took it over to Isamu, "Here. This now belongs to you, by the order of your father!"

"NOOO! It belongs to me, Dammit!", said Kazuhiko.

Takeshi turned and faced Kazuhiko, "I will take you on, demon. Face to face. I do not attack my opponents in the back like a coward. Get your sword and fight me like a man!"

"I don't waste my time with half-breeds, you vermin! Get out of my land!", said Kazuhiko.

Takeshi and the wolves surrounded Kazuhiko. Eventually, Kagome stood up and faced her stepson,

"I don't want my son to reign as leader. Not yet. But, I do not recognize you as Sesshoumaru's son. I will not protect you from a fight."

These simple words held much meaning. The wolves still recognized her has Lady of the lands, especially since she was the mother of the leader they hailed. Her words meant that Kazuhiko held no standing and could be attacked. Takeshi smiled and stepped forward as another wolf gave Kazuhiko his sword,

"I will give you first shot at me ... go ahead.", Takeshi said, holding his arms out to both sides.

Kazuhiko took the chance and charged. His inexperience was evident. Takeshi merely hopped out of the way, swung his sword and inbedded it inside Kazuhiko's body. Takeshi hoped for a drawn out death like the boy had done to his father, but it was not to be. Kazuhiko died almost instantly.

"My Lady .. I am sorry you had to witness that.", Takeshi said, bowing to her.

"You are quite the gentleman for a wolf. I've never known of such a polite demon.", said Kagome.

"If I may, I have a question for you, my lady.", Takeshi started.

"Actually, I have a question for you as well.", said Kagome.

"Well, then, my Lady, you first."

"What is your name? You look like someone I used to know.", asked Kagome.

"I go by the name Takeshi, my Lady. The son of Kouga, the wolf prince."

Kagome gasped as her hands covered her mouth, "GREAT KAMI!", she screamed, as tears fell from her eyes, "My name is Kagome. I am your mother!", she cried. In one day, she had lost her mate and discovered her first son. If one can be extremely sad and elated at the same time, Kagome was!

"My Lady, I heard the dog demon call you that. But, I am confused. You are a half-demon, are you not? My mother was human."

"My son, Takeshi, please return with us to the castle, where I will explain everything and answer any questions you may have. And you can fill me in on your life as well.", Kagome said, overjoyed at the idea that her son was alive. She would grieve for Sesshoumaru but, right now she needed to get to know her long-lost son.