InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Scandalous ❯ The Secret of the Jewel ( Chapter 20 )

Chapter 20: The Secret of the Jewel

 

Dustin ran down the street after getting Aine's text message. All it said was `Kurana is back'. He no idea what that meant, but if Kurana was really back then that would mean that Aine was in trouble. He picked up his speed, hoping Aine was safe. He finally made it to her house and ran inside, not even knocking.

 

He could feel Aine up in her room and he darted up the stairs. He went inside and saw Aine standing at her dresser. She was only wearing a bra and panties, but Dustin still walked towards her. Her back was facing him, so he took this chance to wrap his arms around her from behind. She stiffened and blushed. What was he doing?

 

“Dustin? What are you doing?” she asked.

 

“I'm glad you're okay. He didn't hurt you right?” he said.

 

“I'm fine,” she stated putting her hands on the arms that were holding her. Dustin dug his face in to her neck and breathed in her scent. He couldn't believe that Kurana was back and that he wasn't here to protect her when she needed it.

 

“I'm sorry. I wasn't able to protect you and you could've been really hurt,” he sighed. This was the second time this had happened and he didn't like that fact one bit.

 

“I'm fine Dustin! Just drop it okay?” she said turning in his arms. She didn't want to think about Kurana. His voice was still ringing in her ears.

 

I control you…

 

Aine closed her eyes and leaned against Dustin's chest. Only two more days and he would be leaving for three months. What was she supposed to do in that time? She had school to occupy her, but she would graduate soon enough. How was she supposed to feel after he leaves?

 

“Come with me. Come with me to America,” Dustin suddenly said.

 

“What?” Aine asked. She was hoping he would ask her that from the moment he said he was leaving. Why did he wait this long?

 

“Please Aine, come with me. I want to protect you from Kurana,” he stated.

 

“Is that the only reason?” she asked. Dustin nodded, staying silent. He didn't want to admit that he needed her with him at all times. She was his weakness and his strength. How could he go on without her?

 

“I can't. You know that. My home is here,” she sighed. She wanted to hear something else. How could he leave her so easily? Did he really love her as much as he says?

 

Dustin's face fell. The hope that was shining in his eyes turned into sadness. He leaned down and placed his lips on hers, wanting to feel some hope in the kiss. Aine was searching for the same hope and wrapped her arms around his neck. Dustin's hands ran over her bare back in a circular motion. Wait…bare?

 

Dustin broke the kiss and looked down at her outfit. Aine looked at him confused, forgetting that she wasn't wearing any clothes. Dustin released her and turned around. “Put something on please,” he whispered, almost pleading.

 

Aine blushed and grabbed her clothes. She put them on and tapped on Dustin's shoulder. He didn't turn around so she walked around so they were facing each other. “What's wrong?” she asked.

 

“I'm a guy Aine. When a guy sees a girl like you dressed the way you were, it doesn't end well,” he informed.

 

“I'm not ten-years-old Dustin. I've had the sex talk, so don't think I don't know what happens,” she said crossing her arms.

 

Dustin chuckled and patted her head with his hand. “You're adorable,” he smiled. Even if she was almost a full-grown woman, she still had her baby face.

 

“Don't baby me at a time like this! We are the same age, why am I always being babied?” she asked, unconsciously pouting.

 

“I can't help it. You act so much like a little girl sometimes. I find it really cute,” he said.

 

“It's not fair! How do I lose this stupid baby face?” she asked.

 

“I don't know, I've never had that problem,” he laughed.

 

“How did you get to look so grown up?” she asked.

 

“Too much sex,” he joked. Aine took this seriously and felt her heart start to pound. He's had sex before?

 

“I see,” she whispered.

 

“I was joking Aine. Don't take everything so seriously. I haven't had sex with anyone yet. I'm a virgin rock star!” he said.

 

“That's something you don't hear everyday. So Miroku was telling the truth when he said you were a virgin?” she asked.

 

“Yup, he saw right through me!” he laughed in embarrassment.

 

“Why are we talking about this?! I need to figure out something to get rid of this stupid jewel,” Aine said sitting on her bed.

 

“Is there anything I can do?” Dustin asked.

 

“No, you're leaving in two days. What can you do in two days except get in the way?” she stated harshly. She didn't want him to leave, but she felt bad for making her tone so harsh. Dustin twitched and began to leave the room.

 

“I see. Then I'll see you later,” he said opening the door.

 

“Wait! No, don't leave,” she said standing.

 

“Are you going to play nice?” he asked.

 

“Yes! I will. I guess I'm just sad that you're leaving, that's all,” she sighed.

 

“I know, it's not like I want to leave. I would've quit my job months ago if I hadn't met you,” he said.

 

“Why would you do that?” she asked.

 

“Because I didn't have a reason to sing. I grew bored with it quickly and when I met you it felt like every song I sang was for you. I know it sounds corny, but it's true,” he smiled rubbing the back of neck nervously. He knew that Aine would laugh at him for saying something so stupid.

 

“It is corny, but it's really sweet too. I'm going to miss you,” she said.

 

“It's only three months,” he stated.

 

“Well it seems long! Now no more talk of that, before I get depressed!” Aine exclaimed. The doorbell rang causing her to jump slightly. “Jeez, that scared the hell out of me!”

 

“Should we go see who it is?” Dustin asked.

 

“Yeah! I think its Jiro and Shiori!” she said pulling him downstairs.

 

“How do you know?” he asked.

 

“I recognize the scent,” she stated and opened the door. Sure enough Jiro and Shiori were standing at the door, arguing about the directions.

 

“Her scent is all over this house!” Jiro growled.

 

“I still think it was back down the street,” Shiori said crossing her arms.

 

“Ummm… Guys? You got the right house,” Aine said, cutting in.

 

“Hello Aine! Sorry we came without any warning!” Shiori smiled hugging Aine, then Dustin.

 

“So you two finally mated?” Jiro asked.

 

“Why do you keep on asking us that? We aren't going to do anything serious for a couple years,” Dustin said.

 

“But your scents have mixed and so are your auras,” Jiro said getting confused.

 

“What are you babbling about?” Aine asked, leading them into the kitchen, where her father was sitting.

 

“Demons?” Inuyasha asked standing.

 

“These are our friends from the time when we disappeared for a month,” Aine said.

 

“Nice to meet you. I'm Inuyasha, Aine's father,” Inuyasha introduced himself.

 

“Nice to meet you sir. I'm Jiro and this is my mate, Shiori,” Jiro smiled.

 

“We are here visiting Aine,” Shiori stated.

 

“I'll leave you guys alone then,” Inuyasha said and left the room. Everyone sat down and Aine began to tell them of her encounter with Kurana.

 

“What are we going to do about him?” Shiori asked.

 

“He beat us a number of times 500 years ago, and there's no doubt that he's gotten stronger,” Jiro said.

 

“I want to get rid of this jewel before dealing with Kurana. If he got his hands on this, I have a bad feeling that everyone would be in trouble. I'm taking like the whole world,” Aine said.

 

“Maybe we should do some research on this. Maybe we can find something about the jewel that explains what it does,” Dustin suggested.

 

“That's a great idea! Why didn't I think of that?!” Aine exclaimed, disappearing from the kitchen for a few minutes. She came back carrying a book of myths and legends she used to read when she was younger. She had remembered a story similar to what she went through in this book.

 

“Here! The Ruby Jewel. It was formed in a young girl's body when her demon blood revealed itself in her body. The two bloods mixed together and crystallized to make the jewel. It was made to keep her demon blood from taking control of her body. It was one of the most things made. In the wrong hands it could destroy the world,” Aine stopped reading there.

 

Everyone looked at the red jewel that was one the kitchen table. Dustin picked it up and said, “It looks like an ordinary marble.”

 

“Does that mean that without that jewel Aine's demon blood can take control of her?” Jiro asked.

 

“What are you saying?” Aine asked.

 

“It came from inside you didn't it? That means you are the girl in that book,” Shiori stated.

 

Aine turned the page and saw a picture. The bottom half of the page had a picture of a girl's profile. She had long black hair with silver highlights and gold eyes. She was holding a rose and looked unbelievably sad. The girl had an amazing resemblance to Aine. Above the girl was the Ruby Jewel. It the reflection of the jewel was the same girl, but she had blood red eyes and had blood all over her in splashes.

 

“Oh my god,” she whispered and dropped the book on the table. This was too much for her to take in all at once. Why was this happening to her? She stood and ran out of the kitchen. Dustin looked at the book and gasped. What was going to happen now?

 

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A/N: Thanks for you concern guys! I'll try not to get addicted to painkillers RyuuMahou, although they seem to be doing wonders! Haha!

 

Dark.inu.hanyou.gurl: I'm fine for the most part. I was awake for the whole thing, even when they had to pop my bones into place. I thought I was going to die, but here I am writing, so I'm not dead yet! Tee hee… The reason why Inuyasha didn't sense Kurana is because Kurana concealed his evil aura! MUAHAHA!!! Lol sorry those are the painkillers talking. So yeah have a great day!

 

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