InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Stranded ❯ A Voice Revealed ( Chapter 33 )

Chapter 33

A Voice Revealed

 

 

 

 

Sesshomaru just stepped out of his room, when the phone rang. He turned his head, staring at the phone mortified. He had a gut-wrenching feeling this wasn't going to be a social call. His heartbeat raced as he closed in on the phone and he dreaded the worst. `Did something happen to Rin?' Dropping the suitcase, he picked up the phone. “Hello,” he said, trying to keep his stoic composure—but he was dying inside.

 

Sesshomaru gripped the phone tightly, hearing the very man that had already caused so much harm and heartache. Sesshomaru listened intently, as Naraku laughed sardonically. Sesshomaru couldn't wait to meet this vile creature and already began to have visions of tearing out his jugular!

 

It was long ago that he'd met Naraku, when his father was alive, back in the 1940's. However, the years changed, as he was sure this thing on the other end of the phone had done the same. Now Sesshomaru could only envision a malevolence figment of what he assumed as a hideous monster: sick and twisted. “Get to the point, Naraku!” he spat, “why did you really call me this early in the morning?”

 

“I wanted to assure you that your precious Rin is alive and sleeping soundly in my guest room…! Your wife is very respectful, and has been treated fairly—considering; you have something that has escaped me!” Naraku said viciously.

 

Sesshomaru was relieved that his mate was unharmed as of yet, and all forms of negative speculation left his being. He could now fully concentrate on the conversation at hand. “It'd better remain so…?”

 

Naraku chuckled, “It will, considering…, you decide to play hero!”

 

Sesshomaru growled, cursing the monster silently. He had every intention on rescuing his mate and saving Kagome from an ill-fated manner. “What about Kagome? What are your intentions with her? And honestly, how can I take your word, when I haven't even talked to Rin! How do I even know that she is unharmed!” he growled. “You won't even let me speak with her!” He closed his eyes trying to remain composed; however, he was failing miserably. Rin meant the world to him and he was positive that Naraku would die a slow and painful death if harm befell on his mate.

 

“My intentions with Kagome, do not concern you! As for Rin, I'll allow brief conversations with her in the morning. After your endearing conversation, is when you receive instructions where we're meeting?” Naraku paused briefly, “Oh, and send a message to the lovely Bonita Kagome: tell her to look nice, and I look forward too our re-acquaintance.”

 

Sesshomaru growled deeply, “I will do no such thing—!” yet talking to the man that kidnapped his mate, murdered his parents; it was making him feel nauseous. He couldn't wait to hang up the phone and alert his brother to his news. They would have to come up with a flawless plan if they wanted their women safe.

 

 

“—Tsk, tsk…” Naraku chuckled sardonically, and then slammed the phone down ending the conversation.

 

Sesshomaru roared loudly as the conversation ended abruptly. Enraged he too slammed down the receiver! He sat down on the bed. Panting he suddenly felt ill, the thought of what that monster was capable of doing to Rin, was breathing heavily on his shoulders. He frowned and suddenly felt guilty for not cooperating. Shit, he couldn't! That monster was going to pay dearly, just as soon as he received the location. Sesshomaru grinned sardonically with a plan already calculating in his head. He would attack full force, for now, though it was only a matter of time and patience!

 

Sesshomaru sat there calming himself, as he thought of the past conversations with his brother and the distant memories of a time when his father was alive. He usually didn't deal with his father's clients. However, he knew that voice and the voice on the phone was identical to the man he met the night of his parents death. Sesshomaru covered his face, wondering if Inuyasha even knew.

 

`Is it possible that Naraku recognized Inuyasha?' Sesshomaru closed his eyes, and spoke silently. “That bastard was in my father's office! He'd have to seen the family photos?”

 

Sesshomaru shook his head, he dreaded the news he was about to give to his brother! Getting up quickly, Sesshomaru made quick haste across the hall.

 

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Turning off the water Kagome felt somewhat refreshed, except she was still frustrated. Inuyasha had some nerve telling her that she shouldn't save Rin. After all, Kagome felt that she was to blame for Rin getting into this mess and felt that she was the only one who could fix it. She cringed at the thought on having to see Naraku again. Clearing her mind, she stepped out of the shower and onto the shaggy rug. Grabbing the towel, she sighed, as she began drying her hair.

 

Grabbing another towel, she began patting herself dry. Picking up the soiled robe she looked at the garment with disgust. It wasn't her robe to begin with, it was the hotel's, and hoped that she would be able to salvage the garment. She highly doubted it though, and hoped that the bright red stain would be gone after she washed it.

 

Ringing the robe out, she could see that most of the stain was gone, leaving only a slight pink color. Kagome frowned—the robe was hers now—since the stain was still noticeable. Hanging it up she would let it dry and when she returned home, she would bleach it. The robe was nice and warm and she loved terrycloth fabric. The robe would be just another reminder of her and Inuyasha and the hell they went through, or were going to face.

 

A knock on her door, startled her away from her thoughts, and Kagome wasn't ready to face Inuyasha just yet. She would rather hide in the bathroom than get into another argument. However, with the constant banging she knew hiding from him was obsolete. “What do you want Inuyasha? I am done fighting with you and I just want to go to bed!” She said, as she unconsciously tightened her towel around her wet body.

 

Inuyasha sighed hearing the anger still residing in her voice. “Kagome…? Are you okay?” Inuyasha asked, resting his head against the door. “Look, I'm sorry I was such a jerk!” His heart twitched with hope hearing the familiar twitch of the door unlocking.

 

Kagome stepped out of the bathroom with a scowl on her face and her arms firmly holding onto her towel.

 

Inuyasha knew that look all to well, however he did not give up, and gently placed his arms around her bare shoulders in hopes that she would forgive him. “Please… Kagome I am so sorry—I should have never acted like that! I just feel that I'm not able to protect you again…and I promised myself that I wouldn't let you fall into that bastards arms again!”

 

 

Pushing him away, Kagome pierced a hurtful glare at him. “Damn right! You should be sorry…that was…” she paused, “utterly fucked up! You know what kin—!”

 

At first Inuyasha was taken back, yet it didn't deter him, and her angry passion was sexy— and well he just had to express himself. Taking a hold of her again, he embraced her tightly, and his lips crashed upon hers silencing her rant. The passionate kiss enflamed life into hers as she responded to his kiss just as vigorously.

 

With one hand tightly wrapped in her wet tresses, Inuyasha's other hand was free to pursue the wonderful curves of her wet body. Frustrated the towel was in the way of his mission, he was about to tear it away—that was until the door flew open and there stood his brother. Kagome squeaked as she quickly tried covering herself. Inuyasha was about to curse as he stared at his brother angrily, but seeing the forlorn look on his Sesshomaru's face Inuyasha knew something was horribly wrong.

 

“Sorry for the intrusion.” Sesshomaru stated with a malice look, “but Inuyasha there is something that we must discuss! Kagome, could you please excuse us…, in my room you'll find a suitcase, with my wives clothing.”

 

Kagome took a deep breath; she noticed that Sesshomaru wasn't even looking at her. She sighed and looked at Inuyasha for reassurance. After a quick nod, she retreated from the room.

 

Inuyasha sat on the edge of his bed, trying to calm his raging hormones—he was certain that if Sesshomaru hadn't barged into the bedroom, he would be making love to Kagome. Taking another deep breath for good measure, he looked up at his brother. “So, what's up?” Inuyasha soon regretted what he said when his brother gave him a cold hard stare.

 

“This isn't the time for your sarcasm…little brother! I just received a call from Naraku!” Sesshomaru said venomously. Although he was angry as hell, killing his brother was not on his list of things to do.

 

Inuyasha stood from the bed, with a horrified look on his face, “What!—what did he say?”

 

Sesshomaru rubbed his brow, “You don't want to know, and I don't feel like dealing with your temper and you doing something reckless.”

 

Inuyasha smirked, as he looked out the window. `Soon' he thought as the once dark sky began to lighten as dawn nearly approached, which pleased him greatly, — he was utterly tired of being in his human form. Turning away from the view, he addressed his brother. “I cannot promise you that! If something happens to Kagome or Rin, you know and I know that neither one will stand by and let that happen!”

 

Sesshomaru grinned; of course, he would have done the same thing himself. “That is a different matter, brother!”

 

Inuyasha snorted, still gazing off in the distance as the reddish orange glow illuminated the surrounding mountains. Inuyasha could feel his body began to tingle. In just a few more minutes, he would regain his demonic energy. “I'm not so sure about that!”

 

“Inuyasha there is something else I need to discuss with you.” Sesshomaru said changing the subject. He took a seat at the corner of the bed, and watched his brother's transformation awe inspired.

 

Inuyasha twitched his ear, and took a deep breath. It was a sigh of relief being back to his normal self and the instant rush of Kagome's scent filled the air. It made his nose twitch in anticipation.

 

“Brother…this is serious! Pay attention!” Sesshomaru quipped. He didn't want to sound harsh, but he also didn't want to witness the scent of his brother's arousal.

 

Inuyasha snapped his head up, “What…! Come on out with it already!” he spat, and then sat down on the chair opposite of the bed.

 

“Impatient as usual,” Sesshomaru said, ignoring his brothers' disgruntled snort. “It has come to my attention, that I know who murdered our parents.”

 

Inuyasha's eyes widened with realization. “You know who killed our parents?”

 

Sesshomaru held his head down and closed his eyes; he soon was going to be dealing with an irrational half demon. “Yes, it was Naraku!” He snarled.

 

 

Inuyasha stood up abruptly, “what…!” he snapped. “When…did you find out? And why didn't' you tell me this sooner?” Inuyasha took a deep breath trying to contain his emotional anger. “If I've known sooner, Naraku would have been decapitated—instead of a broken fuckin' neck!”

 

“I just figured it out!” Sesshomaru growled. “I've only met Naraku once, during a meeting at our Father's firm. Then he was just a human—!”

 

“Human? I think you have the wrong guy…because, that bastard Naraku, was far from human!” Inuyasha knew he was loosing his cool. “If you were there and witnessed what Kagome and I did—you surly would be speaking a different tune.”

 

 

Sesshomaru growled, “It was the same voice, Inuyasha…! And, I've tried again and again to prove that he was the man who killed them! But, the police said, that there wasn't enough evidence—nor did they have grounds to arrest him. And, if you say he's not human then God knows how he became the thing he is now!”

 

 

 

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Kagome quickly ran across the hall afraid that someone might see her in only her towel. Pushing aside the broken door She could see two suitcases and wasn't sure which one was Rin's. Looking at the tags, she smiled when she found what she was looking for. Placing the designer suitcase on the bed, she opened it. Her eyes brightened excitedly when she found Rin's feminine stash and quickly ran into the bathroom.

 

After feeling refreshed, Kagome returned to the suitcase. Going through the clothes, she pulled out a pair of blue jeans and a casual shirt. she frowned when she realized that she had no undergarments. The bra was too small and the thought of wearing someone else's panties disturbed her. After a momentary inner battle, she chose to wear the panties. Going into the bathroom, she closed the door and dressed. She would not even consider wearing something nice for that bastard! After finishing, she returned to the bed she grabbed a few more items and re-zipped the suitcase.

 

Suddenly the phone rang; startling Kagome, she looked at it curiously. `Should I answer it?'

 

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Sesshomaru quickly stood when he heard the phone ring, interrupting his conversation with his brother. “Let's go, Kagome is in the other room, and I am afraid she's going to answer the phone!”

 

Inuyasha snorted, “Shit! He quickly followed his brother, `Kagome…you better not answer that phone!'

 

 

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Kagome looked at the phone confused… `What if it's Inuyasha?' she thought inquisitively. She hesitated, unsure if she should answer it. Without thoroughly thinking things through, she picked up the phone, “Hello?”

 

Naraku taken back with the female voice was expecting Sesshomaru to answer the phone, not the lovely Bonita. He smirked, “So, are you excited about our reunion?”

 

Kagome closed her eyes disgusted. Fear coursed through her body and she instantly regretted answering the damn phone. She didn't know what to say and just stood frozen, in a few hours, she would have to face him as well. She took in a deep breath and with a brave façade; she answered him with a snarl. “No!”

 

“Tsk, tsk, I thought you would be happy to be reunited, I sure do miss you and can't wait until I get my hands all over your body. See I still remember you teasing me back at the boat. Although mine was painful, I can't wait to show you what pleasure I can bring you!” Naraku chuckled sardonically. He was standing outside Rin's door, waiting to wake her. Opening the door, he smiled when he saw her already awake.

 

The though disgusted her and Kagome could still remember the warmth of his blood on her hands. She willed the tears away recalling such a horrible memory. “The hell you will! I guarantee, the next time, I'll not stop squeezing…until it's completely removed from your vile body!”

 

Naraku chuckled darkly, as he grabbed Rin, yanking her off the bed. “You seem to forget who's in charge Kagome,” he said darkly. He squeezed Rin's arms, making her yelp in pain. “I believe I have some power over you still.”

 

Kagome gasped, startled from the other woman's voice. “Don't…don't hurt her…, I'll co-opera—?” She said brokenly, wanting Naraku's torture to stop.

 

“I know you will—you have no choice!” Naraku interrupted, and released Rin's arms, as he relished in the woman's fearful scent.

 

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Inuyasha and Sesshomaru listened intently to the conversation at hand. Inuyasha growled loudly, hearing that Bastard on the other end of the line, talking to his woman. He wanted to punish Kagome for being so ignorant. `Why did she answer it?' Inuyasha thought to himself.

 

The two looked at each other with a silent understanding. They needed to render control over the phone.

 

Sesshomaru gasped hearing Rin's painful cry, his golden eyes narrowed dangerously. In an instant Sesshomaru was before Kagome violently taking the phone out of her grasp. “What did you do to Rin!” he demanded.

 

Naraku chuckled, “Don't worry, your precious mate is alright—thanks to Kagome!”

 

Sesshomaru glanced over at Kagome who was tightly embraced in Inuyasha's chest weeping. “I want to talk to her?”

 

“Well, since I get to talk to the sweet Bonita…, I guess it's only fair—and I did promise.” Naraku said with a smirk, as he grabbed Rin's arm roughly handing her the phone.

 

`That condescending bastard…wait Naraku, your time will be up soon!' Sesshomaru thought dryly, listening to the silence.

 

“Hello…Sesshomaru…”

 

He let out a breath of relief, when Rin answered him. He smiled, hearing her soft voice and her positive attitude gave him a sense of pride. “I miss you…”

 

“I miss you also…” Rin responded, holding back the tears. “I'm so sorry; I've gotten myself into another me--?”

 

Sesshomaru roared, “Rin!” He listened intently to the sudden click and gripped the phone tightly thinking the worse. “Naraku I know your there... fuckin' pick up!” Sesshomaru wasn't one to swear, and the games that Naraku was playing were utterly pissing him off, and with the sound of laughter in the background—Sesshomaru wanted to tear out his throat!

 

“Now, now Sesshomaru… I've known you to have a temper, but may I say impressive…your father would be proud of you!”

 

“Shut up! How dare you bring him into this…?” Sesshomaru was loosing his cool; he needed to remain composed. He turned to his brother for support, and cringed, when seeing a pair of crimson eyes glaring at him. He shook his head, Inuyasha could very well hear every word to this conversation, and it angered the stoic demon further. “Get to the point Naraku…! I tire of your games. Where are we meeting?”

 

“Well, it seems there are some dilemmas…and I do apologize. Unfortunately, my people cannot grant you and my prize safe passage into Venezuela.”

 

Inuyasha couldn't contain his anger, “She's not your prize, Bastard!”

 

Sesshomaru's eyes widened and glared coldly at his brother. “Nar—?”

 

“Awe, Inuyasha is there with you…how is the perro doing? I'm sure he's going to miss Kagome…. But don't you worry—she'll be in good hands.” Naraku chuckled, “Tell me Sesshomaru? Does he know?—does he know that I had great pleasure in butchering your family?”

 

Sesshomaru roared, “Enough…! Naraku…, when can I pick up Rin?”

 

“In one hour, go downstairs and check with the office—you'll receive a package with my instructions. Only you and Kagome—no tricks, or I'll be forced to kill Rin!” Naraku smirked and hanged up the cellular phone. He turned to Rin, “I expect you to be ready soon…, I would hate to disappoint your mate and not have you back in one piece.”

 

“You wouldn't kill me,” Rin snapped! “Then who will pay your bribe?”

 

Naraku grabbed her chin with his fingers tightly. “Oh, you will be alive—but wishing you were dead.”

 

Rin didn't say anything as she watched Naraku leave her room. He left her with her fresh memory of her husband's voice, and this comforted her. She opened her door peeking around the hall and frowned.

 

“You're not permitted outside your room Rin!” Bankotsu commanded harshly.

 

Rin looked down, to afraid to ask a question. She closed the door and laid on the bed deep in thoughts.