InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ New Life ❯ Chapter 9 ( Chapter 9 )

Year: 1535

Month: February

 

 

Kagome blinked up at her friends in confusion although it did not show. “Interesting…”

Kagome mentally gave a small shriek. `What… Who…?' She heard the dark laugh echo in her mind. “I am you Ka Go Me.” The voice was dark and almost menacing in the sound of its voice. Almost mentally, she could see an image of a strange creature appear in her mind's eye. It was human looking and yet it wasn't. It had violet eyes with a mark very much like the one Midoriko had carried on her forehead in the cave where the statue was. 5 pink stones glittered brightly, not together, in its forehead. Closing her eyes, Kagome leaned back against the tree. Was she going crazy?

The laughter echoed in her mind. “No Kagome. You are not going crazy. I am you and you are me. We are together and yet we are separate. I am known as Chi Ken No Tama.” That was the name people had started calling her when she changed! Was this the being that she became? “Certainly. Although you do not look as I do. You have not… evolved yet. Soon you will though. When that happens, the Kami's will fear us.”

Kagome mentally shook her head. She didn't want that. Of course, she wouldn't let the Kamis win. She had suffered all because of them. She would not allow them to seal her away when it was their fault, she had become what she was. She could feel the creature's satisfaction as it faded away into the very corners of her mind.

Opening her eyes once more, this time they were the ice blue once more. Everyone was still staring at her in wariness and uncertainty. A smile lit Kagome's face as she jumped to her feet, stretching. “Well, let's get going. We have at least another day before we reach our destination and I definitely do not want to be interrupted yet again.”

Everyone nodded slowly, unsure of her. It showed in their eyes. Looking at Shippo, she smiled. Then she grabbed her bag and set off in the direction of Bokuseno. She was connected to the tree to a point. Then again, all she had to do was look at her Sakebatou. It was practically dragging her to where Bokuseno was. A smile crossed her lips as her eyes danced. Shifting her bag once more, she began to hum a random song to herself. She needed to go to the future and grab her mp3 player. At the very least, she would be able to listen to her music.

Inuyasha watched Kagome walk ahead of them. She was determined to get to whatever place she was going to in the Western Lands. He didn't understand why though. What was here this deep in the Western Lands that she simply had to go to? Then again, who was it? She had said she had had an appointment with someone out here. It couldn't have been his bastard of a brother as they had already come across him. He grimaced as he thought about the fight. His brother had got him pretty good. It was simple. He would just have to train more.

Kikyo couldn't understand Kagome. What had been happening to her? Her eyes had been an intense violet. A cold fear had washed over Kikyo. Shuddering in remembrance, she secretly wished that she would never see that look again. It had scared her. It was almost like Kagome was a youkai and that had been her beast coming out. That was ridiculous though because Kagome was human. She had had Inuyasha verify it for her when they had woken, and Kagome had been asleep still. Yet again, the way Kagome had begun to shake had unnerved her. She had never felt so confused and frustrated. What was happening?

Sango petted Kirara as she secretly watched Kagome. She was right next to Miroku as they walked. “What do you think monk?” Her voice was a soft whisper.

Miroku shook his head. He was watching her as well. “Honestly I don't know. When she had been shaking, I felt an intense spiritual power around her. It wasn't coming from her. It was almost as if an outside force had been causing her to shake.”

Sango glared at him momentarily. “That's not what I meant.” Miroku nodded, knowing exactly what Sango was talking about. He honestly had no idea what had happened. He had felt Sango reach for her weapon when they had seen her eyes. His wind tunnel had acted up even. He didn't bother saying anything about it though. He would look at it later. It was almost as if his hand had begun to cave in on itself. It hadn't really hurt either. Shifting to look at Sango, he saw the worry deep in her eyes. Sango was his beloved and he had no answer for her.

Hanging his head slightly, he sighed. “I honestly have no idea Sango. I felt fear clutch at my heart though. This was a fear far greater than that of the wind tunnel or Naraku though.” Sango nodded in agreement.

Shippo walked slightly behind his mother. He was worried about her. Lately that other side of her had been getting stronger. Then when she had started shaking, he had felt helpless. A shiver passed through him. If they hadn't woken her, would she have died? He didn't even want to think of that. He could tell that she didn't want to talk about what happened and knew that she wouldn't. Clenching his hand, he looked away to the path ahead of him. How was he supposed to help protect his mother when she wouldn't even tell him what was wrong?

Kagome couldn't help glancing at Shippo. She could feel his frustration and anger. A sad smile appeared. He so wanted to be able to protect her. Then again, if the Kamis did indeed come after her after she rid the world of Naraku then she didn't want him or the others knowing. It would be better for them to live their lives without knowing. She knew she could probably convince Shippo to go to Sesshomaru for training when the time came. That was the only thing he would willingly leave her for.

During that time, she would leave Japan and head away from the island. She didn't know whether she would go west to the Americas or East to China and Europe yet. She would make that decision then. She felt something stir within her mind but before she could track it, the feeling went away.

Who was that creature? It had had feathery wings that had been white with black tips. The wings appeared to have flames on them and yet they had the glint of scales. She had had the markings of a youkai as well as claws even though they hadn't been that big. A long fluffy like tail had been wrapped around her waist. On her shoulder had been a black dragon that seemed to be inked into her skin. The thing was, she had seen it move around her body as if it had a mind of its own.

The group stayed this way, not speaking, each lost in their own thoughts. No one had the urge to break the tense silence that had come over them. As night was nearing, Kagome broke the silence, causing a couple of them to jump in surprise. “Time to make camp!” Her voice was cheerful and very happy.

Inuyasha looked around, growling. He hated coming into the Western Lands. It always smelled like Sesshomaru. “Why here?” Kagome turned, grinning.

“There is a hot spring right through those trees.” Kagome was always grateful for a hot spring. It was almost like taking a bath back home in the future. Setting her pack down, she began to dig through it. She pulled her shampoo and conditioner out. She would have to go back home to get refills after she finished with Bokuseno. Sighing, she glanced at the other girls. “Want to bathe?” Sango and Kikyo immediately nodded, gathering their own belongings.

Kagome turned to Shippo. “Will do Mamma. We'll have camp set up for you guys.”

Kagome grinned. “Thank you Shippo.” All three girls headed out.

Shippo looked at Miroku and he turned to go collect wood. “Oh Miroku, don't go near the springs. Mamma's a lot stronger and she'll know your there. You do not want to be caught there.” Miroku paled but nodded. The fear of Kagome's wrath was always lurking in his memories.

Inuyasha stood and began to dig through Kagome's bag. Her pans were still there but there was no ramen. “Mamma hasn't had Ramen in a while Inuyasha. She likes to have fresh meat and vegetables. I'll gather the vegetables if you get the meat.” Inuyasha grunted and scowled, taking off into the forest. Taking a deep breath, Shippo bolted the other way, determined on finding something. They hadn't really been able to get supplies the last town they had been in.

Kagome sighed as she sank into the waters. The others weren't too surprised by the scars on her body. Sango touched one on her arm. “So, where did you get this one from?” Kagome had agreed to tell them the stories behind all her scars.

Chuckling, she touched the scar. “This one came from a boar youkai. It was when I first started out and didn't really know anything. He gouged my arm when I didn't move out of the way quick enough.”

Kikyo chuckled. “How'd you kill him?”

This caused Kagome to laugh. “Actually, I didn't kill him. When he found he couldn't get close enough to kill me, we became friends. I wound up saving his pack from a rival one. I think I stayed with his pack for about a week or two.”

Sango rolled her eyes. “Why do you insist on befriending every youkai you meet?”

“I don't befriend every youkai!” Sango raised a brow causing Kagome to blush. “It's not my fault.” Sango and Kikyo chuckled. She touched a scar in the center of her chest. It wasn't that big.

“What about that one?” Kagome flinched. “Well, see, that one came from a miko who thought I was masquerading as a human. She had caught sight of Shippo in his youkai form and followed him to me. She heard him call me Mamma and she immediately guessed I was a kitsune youkai. She fired an arrow at me. I managed to get Shippo out of the way, but the arrow hit me. Thankfully I was wearing my armor so only the head of the arrow pierced my chest.”

That hadn't been the whole truth. The arrow had gone straight through. That had been the first time she had died. When she had woken up, Shippo had been flipping out until she explained some things about it to him.

Kikyo's eyes widened. “What happened to her?”

Kagome grimaced. “Well I managed to get her to leave by pretending to play dead. Unfortunately, I wound up walking into her village the next day.” Kagome's eyes grew sad. “I tried to explain to her the truth, but she refused to listen. I wound up having to kill her to protect Shippo. She had decided she would kill him.”

Kikyo flinched and gently took Kagome's hand. “It's okay.”

Kagome nodded. “So which scar next?” Her grin made the other girls chuckle and they began examining her body for scars they might have missed.

Inuyasha grunted as he heard the loud laughter break out. He could hear the girls as clear as day. The hot spring was that close. Miroku looked toward the hot spring. “Don't even think about it, monk.” Miroku blushed and pretended to be offended.

Before he could speak though, Shippo spoke up. “Just remember what happens when Mamma is mad.” That shut Miroku up instantly and he paled. Shippo smirked. He could hear his Mamma telling the stories about her scars. He knew she was lying on some of them. They were the ones that the attack had been fatal. Shifting, he glanced toward the cooking meat. It was almost done. He had found some potatoes and some wild carrots. They were currently boiling in some water over the fire. They were off to the side though so the blood from the wild pig Inuyasha had killed wouldn't get in it.

It was a half hour later when the girls arrived. Inuyasha and Miroku were surprised as they entered in kimonos. Even Kagome was wearing one. Their hair had been braided so they matched. Kagome moved to sit next to Shippo, and he immediately cuddled up next to her. “What's for dinner Shippo?”

“I found some potatoes and carrots. Inuyasha killed a pig.” Kagome's eyes lit up.

“Mm that sounds good. Is it ready?” Shippo nodded and moved as Kagome stood. Pulling out some dishes, she made plates for everyone before making one for herself and sitting back down. There was much laughter as the night grew deeper until everyone soon drifted to sleep.

As the group rose the next morning, they moved through their morning rituals quickly and efficiently. Heading off, they continued their advancement. It was closing in on evening when they reached the last campsite. Kagome got food ready for everyone and then stood. Glancing over at Shippo, she motioned him to stay. “Okay, I'm off. I'll be gone for three days.”

Inuyasha growled. “Who said you could go?”

Kagome rolled her eyes. “Oh, chill Inuyasha.” Turning she set off into the trees. Inuyasha immediately lunged forward to go after her but he didn't get far. He slammed into a barrier. Growling, he stomped back to the camp and settled in a tree. Sango appeared confused.

Miroku chuckled.” Lady Kagome raised a barrier around the camp to keep Inuyasha here.” Shippo smirked. Settling back, he closed his eyes resting.

Kagome hummed softly as she neared Bokuseno. As she reached the ancient tree, she took off her weapons and held them to her chest. Bowing, she spoke softly. “Bokuseno-Sama. I have returned to you as I promised.”

After a few moments, Kagome felt his soothing voice. “You have trouble following you yet again child.” There was a chuckle there.

Rising, Kagome smiled. “I had no intention of doing so. The Kamis fear the creature in which their actions have created.”

“Have no fear child. There are some Kamis that will side with you. When the time comes, you will find your allies. Let us continue your training.” Kagome smiled. She stepped forward, allowing Bokuseno to take her weapons in, and closed her eyes, feeling the tree wrap around her snugly. `A form I have never heard of, but I can train your body for it from what I see within your mind.' Kagome's conscious slipped away then.