InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Unexpected Encounters ❯ twenty one ( Chapter 21 )
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By: kittyb78 
Preparing for battle- Both groups discuss battle plans
Anime/Manga: InuYasha Fan Fiction | Genre(s): Romance / Drama | Type: Continuation | Uploaded On: 12.22.2009 | Pages: 3 | Words: 2.3K | Visits: 334 | Status: Work In Progress
Preparing for battle- Both groups discuss battle plans
Anime/Manga: InuYasha Fan Fiction | Genre(s): Romance / Drama | Type: Continuation | Uploaded On: 12.22.2009 | Pages: 3 | Words: 2.3K | Visits: 334 | Status: Work In Progress
Disclaimer: I do not own the Inuyasha characters, they belong to Rumiko Takahashi. I do own this plot line and all OC’s.
Merry Christmas everyone! XD
Chapter twenty one:
After dinner, Miroku decided to wait for Sango to go to the river alone and speak to her.
When she carried the dishes over to the river and began cleaning them, Miroku followed her and confronted her.
He walked up behind her and yanked her to her feet saying, “Enough already!” and backed her up against a tree.
Her eyes blinked before narrowing at him. He sighed and said, “Sango I didn’t mean it. I was just being my usual self.”
Grabbing her averted chin, he forced her to look him in the eyes and said seriously, “I never meant to hurt you.” and gently rubbed his thumb over her cheek saying, “You’re the only woman I want to bear my children Sango.”
She sighed and mumbled, “How can I believe that, when you’re always flirting with other women?”
He pressed his forehead against hers and answered firmly, “Because you’re the only woman I’ve ever had steal my heart away.”
She gasped and stared deep into his eyes. He allowed his deep love for her to show clearly in his eyes and said seriously, “I love you Sango, only you.” and took a deep breath adding, “If it will make you happy… I promise not to flirt with other women anymore.”
She blinked back her tears asking in a voice filled with hope, “Really?” waiting with baited breath for his answer.
He swallowed and promised, “Really,” smiling at her beautiful face.
She asked, “You mean it?” afraid to get her hopes up too high.
Miroku assured dead seriously, “Yes.”
She beamed at him and his hand slipped to grope her cheek. He smirked adding, “I promise yours will be the only butt I touch,” squeezing it as he said this.
Her eyes widened and her cheeks flushed. She bellowed out angrily, “Miroku,” and slapped him hard enough that the sound filled the air, and carried all the way back to the camp.
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Inuyasha winced and muttered, “Miroku is at it again.” shaking his head.
Shippo sighed, “Yup sounds like it.” nodding his head.
Bankotsu added, “She got nice contact on that one,” commenting on how loud the slap was.
Airi scowled and rubbed her temples thinking, 'Stupid monk.'
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Miroku rubbed his glowing cheek and reminded, “At least it’s only your lovely butt, my sweet Sango.” as he ran after her.
Sango hid a huge grin and walked back towards the camp, carrying the dishes, with her monk hot on her heels.
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When they returned, everyone sat around the fire and discussed the best strategies for flushing out and defeating Naraku.
Staring at the group, and sick of stalling, Bankotsu said, “I say we just hunt him down and call his ass out.”
Inuyasha informed Bankotsu, “It’s not that simple merc, Naraku already has most of the jewel and is even more powerful now.”
Nodding his head Miroku added, “He has a few new allies as well.” and began listing off, “Hakudoshi, the baby, and now this beast he calls Moryomaru.”
Bankotsu demanded, “Tell us what you know.” staring at the men.
Sango said, “We know that Hakudoshi is another incarnation of Naraku, and is a talented fighter. We also know that he rides Entei.”
Bankotsu smirked asking a little impressed, “You mean the demon horse that is unattainable?”
She nodded. Airi blinked. Bankotsu said, “If he’s riding Entei that means he must have killed the previous owner.” pleased at the thought of a real challenge.
Inuyasha said, “I’ve fought the little purple haired brat before, he’s tough Bankotsu.” earning a smirk from the warrior.
Bankotsu cracked his fists and said, “Good, I need a good challenge to keep me from growing bored.” excitement filling his eyes at the prospect of a real battle.
Inuyasha snorted, “What am I chopped liver?” earning a wider, smugger smirk from the mercenary leader who shrugged carelessly.
Airi broke the mounting tension by asking, “So how many allies does he have exactly?”
Miroku replied, “Kagura, the wind sorceress, Kanna the void child, Hakudoshi, , Moryomaru, and the baby, which we now suspect, may actually be the heart of Naraku.”
A cold feminine voice spoke up, “You are correct in that assumption monk.” As Kikyo and her soul collector’s walked over to the group.”
Inuyasha jumped up asking, “Kikyo, what brings you here?” walking o help her over to the rest of the group.
She replied seriously, “I have come to aide you all while I still have the strength to fight.” and slowly sat down, with her collector’s feeding more souls into her clay body.
Kagome blinked and fell silent. Airi blinked and stared at the woman in shock.
Suikotsu said, “It’s nice to see you again Lady Kikyo.” nodding to her from his spot by the fire.
She replied, “You as well, doctor Suikotsu.” earning a small smile from the man.
Inuyasha scolded, “You shouldn’t have come Kikyo. You should be resting. I told you I would take care of this.”
Kikyo replied calmly, “You will need my assistance, while I am still able to offer it.” Inuyasha grit his teeth and sat beside her.
Airi noticed Kagome had fallen silent and appeared to be sulking, and wondered why.
Sango said with a heavy heart, “You forgot about Kohaku, he’s still under Naraku’s spell.”
Bankotsu frowned asking, “What is Kohaku to you? I’ve noticed that you two dress alike. Are you Ninjas?”
Sango replied stiffly, “He is my brother, and no we are not ninjas.”
Bankotsu questioned, “What are you then? Adding, “I asked him once before, but he didn’t answer me.”
She replied proudly, “We are demon slayers.” eyes holding the mercenary’s gaze.
He blinked and said, “Oh,” and turned back to the monk reminding, “You didn’t tell us much about this Moryomaru, or the infant.”
Miroku said, “He is like no other infant. He speaks and looks deep inside of people’s hearts.”
Kagome spoke up saying, “That child is even scarier than Naraku is.” and shuddered as she remembered her encounter with the baby.
Kikyo stared at Airi and spoke, “Are you a priestess?” Airi got wide eyes and shook her head no.
Kikyo’s eyes lowered to the blades at her waist and she commanded, “Tell me then warrior, have you at least battled a demon before?”
Airi said, “Only lesser demons that attacked the villages I was staying in.”
Kikyo informed her bluntly, “Your presence will be a hindrance.” causing the female to frown.
Bankotsu rose to his feet and glared at Kikyo warning, “You would do well to shut your mouth priestess, before I decided to turn your clay body into dust.”
Kikyo stared at him and asked, “She is with you then?” Bankotsu nodded and assured, “Airikotsu is one of the best damned fighters I’ve ever battled against. She will be very useful in the upcoming battle.”
Airi smiled touched by his confidence in her and assured, “I will do my best.”
Bankotsu smirked proudly announcing happily, “Which will be more than enough.” earning a grin from Airi.
Inuyasha who had taken a protective stance in front of Kikyo, relaxed his stance and said, “Kikyo I want you to stay back and let us do the fighting. Use your arrows and leave the rest to me and the others.”
Kikyo blinked arguing, “No Inuyasha, I must finish what I have begun. I will be with the rest of you.”
Bankotsu faced Airi and said, “For starters I want you to stay with Ginkotsu while I take out Naraku’s comrades.”
Seeing her open her mouth to protest, he glared at her informing her., “Kagura’s wind powers are deadly and I’m not having you in the path of her attacks.” signaling that the conversation was over.
Jakotsu agreed and wisely stated, “He’s right little sister. Naraku’s first move will be to target you.”
Bankotsu nodded adding, “With you on Ginkotsu’s back, her wind powers will be nullified against you, and once we take out Kagura, you’re free to battle to your heart’s content.”
She huffed and reluctantly agreed, “Fine,” adding angrily, “but only until the wind bitch is gone, after that, I’m right there with you.” her eyes daring him to argue.
He chuckled and nodded, agreeing, “Very well.” Turning back to the rest of his group, he instructed, “The rest of you know what to do.” and they all nodded.
Bankotsu nodded satisfied and turned to Kagome and Kikyo instructing, “We’re going to have to rely on you two to bring down Naraku’s barrier.” The priestesses nodded.
Turning to Miroku, he ordered, “Don’t open your wind tunnel unless you have to.” Adding seriously, “Naraku still had tons of those damned annoying pests when we died inside mount Hakurei.” Miroku stared at his hand and then nodded.
Inuyasha said, “Kikyo will be staying with Airi.” When Kikyo opened her mouth to protest, Inuyasha cut her off raising a hand and said, “No arguments. I sense you growing weaker even now. I want you to save your strength until it is really needed.”
She sighed but nodded. Airi asked, “Don’t I get a say in this?” Inuyasha glared at her and snapped, “No.” adding reluctantly “I’m going to have to rely on you to keep her safe until the time for her to fight comes.”
Bankotsu growled, “Watch how you speak to my woman, half breed!” Before turning to Airi and instructing, “She is growing weaker by the minute. Guard her until Kagura is defeated, after that she’s on her own.”
Airi scowled and nodded. Kikyo also wasn’t very happy about this arrangement, but knew she wouldn’t stand much of a chance on her own.
Inuyasha turned to Kagome and said, “You’re with me.” Adding, “We may need to combine our attacks to take down his damned barrier.” She blinked and nodded.
Sango said seriously, “Kirara and I will take care of Kohaku and Kanna.”
Miroku said, “I’ll keep an eye out for the infant.” knowing that the infant would be their biggest problem, and intending to suck the infant into his wind tunnel.
Shippo piped in, “I’ll help Miroku, and use my fox fire on the demons.” Inuyasha nodded.
Bankotsu announced firmly, “I’ll take Hakudoshi.” and turned to Jakotsu and Suikotsu instructing, “You two are with Kyokotsu on demon hoard duty. Kill them swiftly and leave none alive.” The two nodded and Kyokotsu acknowledged, “Yes, big brother.”
He faced Ginkotsu and charged, “I’m counting on you to distract the enemy until I get that brat Hakudoshi finished off.”
Ginkotsu boomed, “Gersh!” and blinked his acknowledgment.
Renkotsu checked that his gourd was ready and assured, “I’ll roast the demon’s remains so that Naraku can’t absorb them.” Bankotsu nodded.
Inuyasha said, “Good, so everyone knows their parts.” nodding in satisfaction. Adding, “Now all we have to do is find the bastard.”
Kagome, Sango, and Miroku all decided to turn in for the night. They curled in their blankets and quickly fell asleep.
Bankotsu charged Suikotsu and Kyokotsu with guard duty. He instructed Ginkotsu, Renkotsu, and Jakotsu to get some sleep, ensuring that they did so, before picking Airi up and carrying the half asleep woman over to their blankets.
He placed Banryu in its protective cover on the ground by his head and kept one hand on it, while he stretched out beside Airi on his back. She mumbled sleepily and nuzzled into his chest.
His free hand wrapped around her waist to rest on the curve up her hip and he ordered, “Go to sleep.” kissing her nose.
She wrinkled her nose a bit and then sighed falling into a deep slumber. Bankotsu chuckled and closed his own eyes intending to rest a while.
Inuyasha remained awake by his tree and watched over his slumbering group, still not ready to trust sleeping around the other group.
Kikyo leaned against a tree, closing her eyes as she rested to save her strength for the approaching battle.
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A/N: So, there is chapter twenty one everyone- enjoy! XD
Merry Christmas everyone! XD
Chapter twenty one:
After dinner, Miroku decided to wait for Sango to go to the river alone and speak to her.
When she carried the dishes over to the river and began cleaning them, Miroku followed her and confronted her.
He walked up behind her and yanked her to her feet saying, “Enough already!” and backed her up against a tree.
Her eyes blinked before narrowing at him. He sighed and said, “Sango I didn’t mean it. I was just being my usual self.”
Grabbing her averted chin, he forced her to look him in the eyes and said seriously, “I never meant to hurt you.” and gently rubbed his thumb over her cheek saying, “You’re the only woman I want to bear my children Sango.”
She sighed and mumbled, “How can I believe that, when you’re always flirting with other women?”
He pressed his forehead against hers and answered firmly, “Because you’re the only woman I’ve ever had steal my heart away.”
She gasped and stared deep into his eyes. He allowed his deep love for her to show clearly in his eyes and said seriously, “I love you Sango, only you.” and took a deep breath adding, “If it will make you happy… I promise not to flirt with other women anymore.”
She blinked back her tears asking in a voice filled with hope, “Really?” waiting with baited breath for his answer.
He swallowed and promised, “Really,” smiling at her beautiful face.
She asked, “You mean it?” afraid to get her hopes up too high.
Miroku assured dead seriously, “Yes.”
She beamed at him and his hand slipped to grope her cheek. He smirked adding, “I promise yours will be the only butt I touch,” squeezing it as he said this.
Her eyes widened and her cheeks flushed. She bellowed out angrily, “Miroku,” and slapped him hard enough that the sound filled the air, and carried all the way back to the camp.
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Inuyasha winced and muttered, “Miroku is at it again.” shaking his head.
Shippo sighed, “Yup sounds like it.” nodding his head.
Bankotsu added, “She got nice contact on that one,” commenting on how loud the slap was.
Airi scowled and rubbed her temples thinking, 'Stupid monk.'
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Miroku rubbed his glowing cheek and reminded, “At least it’s only your lovely butt, my sweet Sango.” as he ran after her.
Sango hid a huge grin and walked back towards the camp, carrying the dishes, with her monk hot on her heels.
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When they returned, everyone sat around the fire and discussed the best strategies for flushing out and defeating Naraku.
Staring at the group, and sick of stalling, Bankotsu said, “I say we just hunt him down and call his ass out.”
Inuyasha informed Bankotsu, “It’s not that simple merc, Naraku already has most of the jewel and is even more powerful now.”
Nodding his head Miroku added, “He has a few new allies as well.” and began listing off, “Hakudoshi, the baby, and now this beast he calls Moryomaru.”
Bankotsu demanded, “Tell us what you know.” staring at the men.
Sango said, “We know that Hakudoshi is another incarnation of Naraku, and is a talented fighter. We also know that he rides Entei.”
Bankotsu smirked asking a little impressed, “You mean the demon horse that is unattainable?”
She nodded. Airi blinked. Bankotsu said, “If he’s riding Entei that means he must have killed the previous owner.” pleased at the thought of a real challenge.
Inuyasha said, “I’ve fought the little purple haired brat before, he’s tough Bankotsu.” earning a smirk from the warrior.
Bankotsu cracked his fists and said, “Good, I need a good challenge to keep me from growing bored.” excitement filling his eyes at the prospect of a real battle.
Inuyasha snorted, “What am I chopped liver?” earning a wider, smugger smirk from the mercenary leader who shrugged carelessly.
Airi broke the mounting tension by asking, “So how many allies does he have exactly?”
Miroku replied, “Kagura, the wind sorceress, Kanna the void child, Hakudoshi, , Moryomaru, and the baby, which we now suspect, may actually be the heart of Naraku.”
A cold feminine voice spoke up, “You are correct in that assumption monk.” As Kikyo and her soul collector’s walked over to the group.”
Inuyasha jumped up asking, “Kikyo, what brings you here?” walking o help her over to the rest of the group.
She replied seriously, “I have come to aide you all while I still have the strength to fight.” and slowly sat down, with her collector’s feeding more souls into her clay body.
Kagome blinked and fell silent. Airi blinked and stared at the woman in shock.
Suikotsu said, “It’s nice to see you again Lady Kikyo.” nodding to her from his spot by the fire.
She replied, “You as well, doctor Suikotsu.” earning a small smile from the man.
Inuyasha scolded, “You shouldn’t have come Kikyo. You should be resting. I told you I would take care of this.”
Kikyo replied calmly, “You will need my assistance, while I am still able to offer it.” Inuyasha grit his teeth and sat beside her.
Airi noticed Kagome had fallen silent and appeared to be sulking, and wondered why.
Sango said with a heavy heart, “You forgot about Kohaku, he’s still under Naraku’s spell.”
Bankotsu frowned asking, “What is Kohaku to you? I’ve noticed that you two dress alike. Are you Ninjas?”
Sango replied stiffly, “He is my brother, and no we are not ninjas.”
Bankotsu questioned, “What are you then? Adding, “I asked him once before, but he didn’t answer me.”
She replied proudly, “We are demon slayers.” eyes holding the mercenary’s gaze.
He blinked and said, “Oh,” and turned back to the monk reminding, “You didn’t tell us much about this Moryomaru, or the infant.”
Miroku said, “He is like no other infant. He speaks and looks deep inside of people’s hearts.”
Kagome spoke up saying, “That child is even scarier than Naraku is.” and shuddered as she remembered her encounter with the baby.
Kikyo stared at Airi and spoke, “Are you a priestess?” Airi got wide eyes and shook her head no.
Kikyo’s eyes lowered to the blades at her waist and she commanded, “Tell me then warrior, have you at least battled a demon before?”
Airi said, “Only lesser demons that attacked the villages I was staying in.”
Kikyo informed her bluntly, “Your presence will be a hindrance.” causing the female to frown.
Bankotsu rose to his feet and glared at Kikyo warning, “You would do well to shut your mouth priestess, before I decided to turn your clay body into dust.”
Kikyo stared at him and asked, “She is with you then?” Bankotsu nodded and assured, “Airikotsu is one of the best damned fighters I’ve ever battled against. She will be very useful in the upcoming battle.”
Airi smiled touched by his confidence in her and assured, “I will do my best.”
Bankotsu smirked proudly announcing happily, “Which will be more than enough.” earning a grin from Airi.
Inuyasha who had taken a protective stance in front of Kikyo, relaxed his stance and said, “Kikyo I want you to stay back and let us do the fighting. Use your arrows and leave the rest to me and the others.”
Kikyo blinked arguing, “No Inuyasha, I must finish what I have begun. I will be with the rest of you.”
Bankotsu faced Airi and said, “For starters I want you to stay with Ginkotsu while I take out Naraku’s comrades.”
Seeing her open her mouth to protest, he glared at her informing her., “Kagura’s wind powers are deadly and I’m not having you in the path of her attacks.” signaling that the conversation was over.
Jakotsu agreed and wisely stated, “He’s right little sister. Naraku’s first move will be to target you.”
Bankotsu nodded adding, “With you on Ginkotsu’s back, her wind powers will be nullified against you, and once we take out Kagura, you’re free to battle to your heart’s content.”
She huffed and reluctantly agreed, “Fine,” adding angrily, “but only until the wind bitch is gone, after that, I’m right there with you.” her eyes daring him to argue.
He chuckled and nodded, agreeing, “Very well.” Turning back to the rest of his group, he instructed, “The rest of you know what to do.” and they all nodded.
Bankotsu nodded satisfied and turned to Kagome and Kikyo instructing, “We’re going to have to rely on you two to bring down Naraku’s barrier.” The priestesses nodded.
Turning to Miroku, he ordered, “Don’t open your wind tunnel unless you have to.” Adding seriously, “Naraku still had tons of those damned annoying pests when we died inside mount Hakurei.” Miroku stared at his hand and then nodded.
Inuyasha said, “Kikyo will be staying with Airi.” When Kikyo opened her mouth to protest, Inuyasha cut her off raising a hand and said, “No arguments. I sense you growing weaker even now. I want you to save your strength until it is really needed.”
She sighed but nodded. Airi asked, “Don’t I get a say in this?” Inuyasha glared at her and snapped, “No.” adding reluctantly “I’m going to have to rely on you to keep her safe until the time for her to fight comes.”
Bankotsu growled, “Watch how you speak to my woman, half breed!” Before turning to Airi and instructing, “She is growing weaker by the minute. Guard her until Kagura is defeated, after that she’s on her own.”
Airi scowled and nodded. Kikyo also wasn’t very happy about this arrangement, but knew she wouldn’t stand much of a chance on her own.
Inuyasha turned to Kagome and said, “You’re with me.” Adding, “We may need to combine our attacks to take down his damned barrier.” She blinked and nodded.
Sango said seriously, “Kirara and I will take care of Kohaku and Kanna.”
Miroku said, “I’ll keep an eye out for the infant.” knowing that the infant would be their biggest problem, and intending to suck the infant into his wind tunnel.
Shippo piped in, “I’ll help Miroku, and use my fox fire on the demons.” Inuyasha nodded.
Bankotsu announced firmly, “I’ll take Hakudoshi.” and turned to Jakotsu and Suikotsu instructing, “You two are with Kyokotsu on demon hoard duty. Kill them swiftly and leave none alive.” The two nodded and Kyokotsu acknowledged, “Yes, big brother.”
He faced Ginkotsu and charged, “I’m counting on you to distract the enemy until I get that brat Hakudoshi finished off.”
Ginkotsu boomed, “Gersh!” and blinked his acknowledgment.
Renkotsu checked that his gourd was ready and assured, “I’ll roast the demon’s remains so that Naraku can’t absorb them.” Bankotsu nodded.
Inuyasha said, “Good, so everyone knows their parts.” nodding in satisfaction. Adding, “Now all we have to do is find the bastard.”
Kagome, Sango, and Miroku all decided to turn in for the night. They curled in their blankets and quickly fell asleep.
Bankotsu charged Suikotsu and Kyokotsu with guard duty. He instructed Ginkotsu, Renkotsu, and Jakotsu to get some sleep, ensuring that they did so, before picking Airi up and carrying the half asleep woman over to their blankets.
He placed Banryu in its protective cover on the ground by his head and kept one hand on it, while he stretched out beside Airi on his back. She mumbled sleepily and nuzzled into his chest.
His free hand wrapped around her waist to rest on the curve up her hip and he ordered, “Go to sleep.” kissing her nose.
She wrinkled her nose a bit and then sighed falling into a deep slumber. Bankotsu chuckled and closed his own eyes intending to rest a while.
Inuyasha remained awake by his tree and watched over his slumbering group, still not ready to trust sleeping around the other group.
Kikyo leaned against a tree, closing her eyes as she rested to save her strength for the approaching battle.
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A/N: So, there is chapter twenty one everyone- enjoy! XD