Confessions of a Tortured Soul

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Title: Fall of Faith

Author: Kimisan/Aoshis_toy

Theme: #20 Voilence; War (Marriage of Death)

Warnings: CHARACTER DEATH, TORTURE


The soft white walls made the situation seem more forlorn. The sound of her pitiful weeping was the only thing stating that someone occupied the small room. There was a rusty brown cot, consisting of a over-used mattress and dirty blue blanket. The overhead lamp barely illuminated the area. One with human eyes had to strain to see the shivering girl. The slim shoulders slumped in defeat, despair washing off her in waves. The usual shiny sheen of black hair was oily and uncombed. Days of waiting for her fate had caused her physical state to deteriorate. Not to mention the hazards it had caused to her fragile mind.


Kagome sighed hearing the footsteps finally trailing down the distant hall. Where they finally going to come take her from this prison. The slim man had stated it was merely a holding cell but she wasn’t an idiot. The place stank of urine, the walls dirty from the previous occupants. If this was just a holding room, she didn’t want to witness the real cells. It had to be actual hell to be any worse. Some guest she’d turned out to be, it made her hate those in charge. They had taken everything from her and for no reason. The pain along her spine became stronger as she adjusted her position. The bed was in poor shape, the middle dipping. It had to fuck up her back permanently.


Five days ago she’d returned from the feudal era, alone and heartbroken. Her journey was over, the past completed. Losing Inuyasha had been the final straw to her aching soul. The man couldn’t get over the death of Kikyou. It killed her to know that she would never be able to heal those wounds. There was no getting around the cold hard facts; Inuyasha wished to be with her. So she’d done the unthinkable and wished for the woman to have a new life. It had been granted but at a great cost. The jewel was returned to the spot in her side, completing her. The process had left her in a dream like state in which a voice had informed her of the mistake she’d made. The wish had been selfish, on Inuyasha’s part. The desire had been his but the voice just hers. He’d gotten what he wanted but she paid the price.


The jewel spoke plainly enough, the soul within angry at the wish. It came out and said that the hanyou only thought of himself. First, he’d wanted the jewel to become human. That wish being selfish because one should accept themselves for what they are. Kikyou should have loved him for whom he was not what she wanted him to be. Second, he’d sought the jewel for power, the need to be strong. Never stopping to think of those weaker, only of himself. Last, the wish she’d made. The one to bring Kikyou back to life for him. The woman should have accepted her death and Inuyasha as well. What made life so precious is the moments that would never last. Knowing that each one could be your last made it all the more beautiful. He should have been grateful for the time they’d been blessed with. Instead he wanted something fate hadn’t meant for him to have.


Her punishment, the power of the jewel was mostly used up. Since the wish wasn’t pure the souls were still trapped within needing to survive. It had connected with her own soul, her body. The jewel could not survive without her and she without it. It was her own stupidity that had led her to this fate. Even after getting his wish Inuyasha had been so caught up with having his precious Kikyou back that he hadn’t thought to ask her what was wrong. Not wanting to dampen their reunion she’d remained silent, keeping the pain to herself. Her goodbyes had been final and life changing.


As she tried to enjoy being back home a blue haired girl had arrived floating. Saying that some King Enma was requesting her presence. When she’d politely told the girl to stick that oar up her ass, the girl left. An hour later a group of thugs had entered the shrine, taking her by force. They were rude while bringing her here and leaving her in the office. She tried to remember each face; payback was a bitch. The giant of a man had informed her that he couldn’t just allow her to run around with the jewel now. They hadn’t seemed to care before hand. The large man seemed to be on a power trip as he discussed options. She saw it as nothing more than ruining what was left of her life. This Reikai didn’t bother to care about what she wanted.


Before being brought to this shit hole, he’d given her an option. The jewel wasn’t that huge of a risk only, by some. Class S youkai wouldn’t bother with it since most of the power was drained. Lower level ones would indeed try to get what they could out of it. Just the rumors and legends of the jewel would bring hordes of youkai into the Ningenkai with the barrier being down. The man wanted her out of the Ningenkai for good. Stating he didn’t have the man power to hunt down countless beasts all playing for the artifact. So he gave her the option of letting him remove the jewel and placing it in his custody or finding her a strong mate. If one was strong enough it would keep most lower class youkai away. It also meant he’d be honor bound to take her with him into the Makai. The man didn’t care if it got loose in the Makai as long as it was kept out of the human world.


Bind herself to a man that she didn’t or risk death. If the jewel was taken from her, both would grow weaker longer they were apart. Enma could just take it and separate them, doing so would cause her death but would ensure that the power of the jewel would one day be nothing more than a useless bauble. He said only because of whom she was, was why he was allowing to her keep it and live. The man really shouldn’t do her any favors. Being forced to go with a strange man might prove to be a fate worse than death. She’d do as he asked but once she was free she’d make her escape. To hell with staying with some youkai that wouldn’t want her around.

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Crimson eyes glared at the toddler in defiance. The man was quickly pushing his luck and about to trample over any respect that the koorime had for him. Like hell he’d go along with this. Did they think he was a fool? His crime was merely a petty one, not worth this punishment. A punishment was exactly what is was too. It was a fucking death sentence in his opinion. There was no way he’d be saddled with some stupid human broad. The two ogres in the soft blue room backed up as his ki spiked. The energy lashed out at anything stupid enough to come within distance. The soft teal carpet began to wilt as the flames scorched the fibers. “You can tell your father to go to hell.”


The young man sighed, this was going to be hard. Convincing Hiei to do anything was tough and painful on a normal day. This was telling the man he had to take on a permanent baby sitting position. That’s exactly what it was too. The girl barely had any power left the jewel taking most of it to remain in this world. Yet, there was still those that would use it for evil purposes. Of course if it got taken from the girl, in a matter of weeks both her and it would cease to exist. His father wanted it out of the Ningenkai and also was willing to allow the girl to live since she’d done so much for others. Hiei had been caught stealing at the perfect time. His attempt at theft was enough to try to make a deal with him. “My father has put his foot down I’m afraid. That collar around your neck will keep you within the confines of this hall. Even if you were to go on a tirade and kill us all, you will still remain. Of course you’ll be screwing yourself cause then you would definitely be stuck here forever. My father is the only one able to remove it.”


Hiei scowled, his features pinching into tight lines. When he returned to the Makai he’d make sure Mukuro got a taste of his displeasure. All this for the women, she owed him big time. The woman was trying to get over her past, the hate of her beginning. After a long talk she said she wished to know exactly who she was and whom her parents had been. Why had she been abandoned. Hiei could understand who the woman felt. Having once been consumed with wanting answers about his past. So he’d set out to find the answers with her by his side. They’d located news on documents here, all focusing on the former king. She couldn’t make it to the Reikai without causing panic so Hiei had offered to go with another one of her generals. They’d been caught, he felt like a fool. After him and Kurama’s first break in, Enma had placed seals on the doors.


His partner had waited for him outside the room. As he retrieved the documents the wards were activated leaving him trapped. There had been no way out of the room short of death. So, he’d handed the papers over, them passing through the ward because they contained no ki. Hopefully, the man had made it back just fine. But it left him in a odd predicament. Do as Enma asked or remain in the Reikai permanently. Having his movements constantly monitored. With nothing but ogres to stare at daily. Staying here would drive him mad, he needed to be out in the open. The idea of carting around a female was still went against all reason. What would he do with a female tagging along? A human one at that, he didn’t want to babysit until the bitch died of old age. His honor wouldn’t allow him to toss her aside once he’d claimed her. He’d be stuck with her and would have to protect her. “I should kill you.”


“Yes, you could do that but it will get you nothing. You will still have to give into my father’s demands. Now, which is it to be Hiei? Staying here or returning to the Makai with an unwanted mate by your side?” Koenma looked the man over noticing how his shoulder’s tensed at the question. The hybrid was smart and wouldn’t do something foolish and attack him. Indecision clouded the scarlet eyes as he debated.

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Kagome shifted in the hard mattress as the door slid open bringing in the tall man with the pacifier. Didn’t he realize that thing would fuck up his teeth. He must not care if he ran around looking like a beaver. The twin cheeks ached as she rubbed her ass, the feeling almost completely gone. She was more than ready to get out of this room. Would they at least allow her to shower before sending her on her way? Not to mention some decent food, instead of the slop they’d called meat. “Well?”


“Evening,” Koenma crinkled his nose at the smell. The room completely reeked, what was she doing in here? His father had told them to put her in a room until a decision was made. The girl looked like hell. If Hiei saw her in this condition he’d change his mind after unleashing the dragon upon him. “We have found someone that will do it. He is a friend of mine and will do what is necessary. Come, I’ll take you somewhere and allow you to get cleaned up. Now, you do know what will be expected of you in order for him to place a claim right?”


“Hell no, do I look like I go around fucking youkai? Or allowing one to court me. All I know is that you people took me from my home. Then had the audacity to say you want to help me. How so? By putting me in this small, piss-smelling, cum stained, dirty and foul room. I haven’t had anything decent to eat. I haven’t had a bath either. I am thankful that it wasn’t my time of the month or I would have been fucked. You might not like to wash daily but I do. Next time instead of making me a guest, do me the honor and just toss me with the rest of the criminals. At least I’d have someone to bitch to then.” Kagome fisted her hands at her sides. Every bit of anger and irritation was being unleashed on the gasping man. Her knuckles ached to collide with that open mouth. See if he bled just like the rest of them. His clothes were crisp and clean while hers were filthy. “Fuck it!”


Koenma stared wide eyed in shock as the fist slammed into his jaw. The force caused him to stumble back a few inches. The blue eyes flashed defiantly as the small girl stared him down. The idea that this might be a mistake entered his mind. She wouldn’t allow Hiei mistreat her and the man wasn’t exactly the compassionate type. The deal was already made and he couldn’t do anything about it. “I can understand your displeasure but there is nothing I can do. If you will follow me I will take you where you can bath and get a fresh pair of clothing. Then you are to meet with Hiei.”


The girl began to follow him though he could tell her ire was still high. As the walked he wanted to make sure she understood what was about to happen. “I will inform you now since Hiei does not have the patience to do so. First, he will cut himself near the wrist. Don’t look hopeful it’s not suicide. You will have to swallow some of his blood. Then he will transfer life energy through the mouth. Unlike in some situations this type of transfer isn’t temporary. With his blood being consumed it will become a permanent fixture. Then to seal the mark it takes an exchange of body fluids. This will be done by intercourse; sex.”


“I know what it is. Don’t talk to me like I’m an idiot.” Kagome huffed in annoyance. She knew what sex was she wasn’t a moron. Just because she’d never performed it meant she was completely ignorant of things. Like she knew that he’d be placing his male anatomy inside hers. It being her first time it would be painful regardless. Her mother had said there was ways around it. One being prepared for the man’s entry. Some of it was confusing but she’d deal with it. Inuyasha was never going to be her first so what did it matter? Her virginity was a small price to pay in order to keep living. The man would most likely dump her once they crossed over into the Makai. That was fine with her, she didn’t want to stay with him.


Hiei was staring out the large window as the door opened. Turning around he saw the small woman trailing behind Koenma looking more pissed than himself. She was pleasing to the eye, with long raven hair and startling blue eyes. She was maybe an inch taller than himself. She appeared to be filled out in all the right places. At least they weren’t trying to saddle down with a large ugly female. He’d have to find a way to look past the fact that she was human. He’d always thought to find a mate that would be his equal or close one day. The only thing that kept him from changing his mind was knowing she’d one day die. “Let’s get this over with.”


Kagome glared at the small man. He was cute with short spiky hair, scarlet eyes but short. All that was overshadowed the moment he opened his mouth. Did he think she wanted to do this? He was the last person she wanted to end up with. Her life might not be much but it was her own. The taller man nodded and left them in the room alone. At least he’d allowed her to take a shower and given her fresh clothes. They were the disgusting miko clothes that she detested but it was better than what she’d had. The room was fairly nice and clean. The bed was large enough for two people. The sheets looked to be clean and fresh. The walls didn’t have any bloody stains, a plus. “I agree, I wish to leave this place as soon as possible.”


Hiei scowled at her cold attitude. How did Koenma expect him to mate with the girl? The main reason why he didn’t want to do this. He didn’t look forward to taking an unwilling girl. They had to exchange bodily fluids and him spitting on it to get it wet wasn’t going to do the trick. If she turned out to be prudish they were going to have problems. They had to have sex once to make this thing work and legal. He was more impatient than her to get the hell out of here. Whatever reason the girl needed a youkai mate didn’t matter. He’d do this to get the hell out of here. Once they were in the Makai, he’d deposit her at Mukuro’s. The woman could let the girl stay there as a favor to him. He wouldn’t her follow him around like a puppy. “You might as well get undressed so we can do this.”


“Do I have to? Can’t I just lift my dress or something.” She snapped at him, not caring for his callous attitude. She was being forced into this not him. Well he was doing it as a favor for his friend. She wanted nothing more than to go home. Hell she’d take a day of Hojo hounding after her over this. Get undressed indeed. Was that his idea of asking nicely? What kind of ass were they trying to saddle her with. Her hand went to the bottoms, she wasn’t getting completely undressed for this. She was doing what was needing not fucking someone she desired. “There, happy?”


“That will do I suppose. You might want to lay on the bed unless you prefer I bend you over to do it. If it’s your first time that angle might be a little too much to handle.” He smirked as the color drained from her face. But she didn’t balk or respond, her solid steps taking her over to the bed. She still had on white cotton panties, those would have to come off, he wasn’t chafing his dick. He went for his cloak, tossing it to the floor. Next came his boots, he grunted while undoing the belts holding the pants up. He was going to have to find someone to kill after depositing her on Mukuro’s doorstep. His member hung flaccid as she plopped on the bed in a disgraceful heap. “Hn, this is going to be harder than I thought.”


“From where I’m sitting it doesn’t look hard at all.” Kagome sneered looking the man’s naked form over. He had a nice body but she’d seen better. Inuyasha had been taller and she preferred tall men. What she saw hanging didn’t look to impressive either. At least she wouldn’t have to worry about it hurting. Stifling a yawn, she laid back upon the plush pillows. He needed to get it done and over with before she decided to say fuck it all and just toss herself out the window. End of Kagome, end of the jewel, problem solved. “Hurry up dammit, or can’t you get it up.”


His anger flared to life at the implied insult. “I might be able to perform better if Koenma wasn’t asking me to fuck a troll. I’ll just have to place the pillow over your head so I can imagine it’s someone else.” He snarled, his lips curling as her face lost a few shades of pallor. Good, see how she liked to be insulted. To let her know he meant what he said her grabbed the cloak off the floor. She gasped in indignation as he tossed it over her head. “Remove it and I’ll tell Koenma to go to hell. If I am to do this then I don’t want to look at you. Keep it there girl.”


“On second thought, let’s get the some of this done but you will place it back before I bring myself to fuck you.” Hiei moved the black cloth aside and placed it beside her head. She was laying there staring at the ceiling. Good maybe she’d finally shut up long enough for him to get this done. He climbed over her prone body, holding his weight up with one hand. Bringing his wrist to his mouth, he bit down. The coppery taste of blood filled his mouth. He didn’t speak sure that Koenma had told her what was expected.


Kagome almost screamed when the man placed the wounded skin to her mouth. It was shoved forcefully between her parted lips. The taste almost made her gag but he wouldn’t remove it. She had no choice but to swallow or choke. It burned going down her throat, until it settled into her stomach. What else had the pacifier sucking junky said? Something about sharing life energy through the mouth. Blue eyes widened as he lowered his head. His mouth clashed over hers but not in a kiss. The sensation of being invaded spiritually made her want to panic and push him away. Warmth was spreading along her entire body as he transferred the energy.


He yanked back once it was done. His body cringed feeling the bond beginning to form. The girl’s own energy was wanting to rebel against his own. Was it because of the forced nature of the bonding or something else at play. He had to concentrate as it happened. He was damned sure her own soul was trying to get rid of the invading life energy. After several minutes he felt exhausted from the trial. What the hell hadn’t Koenma told him? Leaning back he noticed how she was shaking, her flesh stark white. Well it was done now, time to finish it.


Kagome didn’t protest as the cloth was draped over her face. It spared her from looking at him and she could still breath. Hands went for the cotton covering her private area. She had no choice but to lift her hips. A grunt was heard as the legs were pried apart, exposing her center to his prying eyes. A tear slid out the corner of her eye. This wasn’t fair, why did she have to do this. Would it be better if she were to just let them take the jewel? If it was gone then she wouldn’t feel any more pain. It wouldn’t cause any more problems either. The hand ghosted over her thigh making her tense.


Hiei reached up to touch her core. He almost swore when she was completely dry. The idea of spitting on it came to mind but that wouldn’t work either. Giving in, he positioned himself between her legs. His head rested between the slim thighs. His nose picked up her scent and he had to admit it was pleasant. Using his fingers to part the folds, he lowered his mouth onto the dry tissue. The legs clamped around his skull causing him to growl at the action. “Relax, I don’t think you want me to fuck you dry. Unless you are into pain.”


She tried to do as he said but the feel of his mouth was foreign and unwelcome. His tongue was darting out to lick the folds. It was hot and wet, stirring something in the pit of her center. She gasped at the first stir of pleasure. His mouth found the small jewel hidden between the folds. The sucking action intensified the strange feelings. Heat filled her as he continued to torment her with the small tongue. A finger was running along the edge of her opening. It pushed into the entrance, without causing too much pain. She realized that she was wet, moisture was forming around the digit.


Hiei was thankful that his body finally began to respond. The taste of her essence making his member thicken in anticipation. She had what was required already, she didn’t have to get off in order for it to work. The fluid ran down his finger as he nipped at the tender nerve. Another finger was added, stretching her walls in order to receive him. The soft panting was easily heard beneath the cloak. Before she could find the release that was nearing he pulled the fingers out.


Kagome groaned when the sweet friction ended. The bed shifted as his weight moved around. The first feel of something hard being pressed into her center made her stiffen. He grunted and penetrated her in one swift movement. Her breath caught at the burning pain. Okay she’d been wrong, he was hurting her. As she reached up to push him off, he held fast. The hips began thrusting between her parted thighs. The friction was unbearable as he grunted over her. Knowing it would be over soon she braced herself to endure it.


He swore, she was holding him too tight. Her hips remained still as he moved within her. She didn’t seem to be enjoying it any longer. That wasn’t his problem, he’d be done shortly and that would be the end of it. Using both hands to support his weight he worked within her. The muscles pulled around his cock, making his balls ache for release. The passage was smaller than he’d have guessed possible. The grip around his shaft was almost painful. While it was intense, he couldn’t deny that it was extremely enjoyable for himself. The girl had the tightest pussy he’d ever been in. She made soft audible sounds as he picked up speed.


Kagome thought she was dying as he began slamming into her without care. By now her passage had dried out making the movement burn. She didn’t think she could take anymore, it hurt too much. With a final thrust he emptied himself in her aching core. She could feel the thick shaft throbbing as he collapsed on top of her. Knowing it was over and done with she pushed at him, “Get off me.”


“Hn,” he rolled over to lay upon his back. It was done, the act wouldn’t have to be repeated. His mind grasped the fact that it was done. Good now that fool Enma will have to remove the offending collar. It was time he got back to the fortress and killed something. The girl remained on the bed as he scooted off to find his discarded pants. It was time for them to leave. “Get dressed, we will be leaving shortly.”

Mukuro chuckled hearing the anger in the man’s voice. So he’d acquired himself a mate courtesy of the Reikai. The girl was a weak human at that. Upon arriving he’d ordered one of the men to take the girl into a room and to make sure she stayed there. The man really needed to learn how to treat women better. The girl didn’t look too pleased about being dragged away. So he intended to leave her here while he still did as he pleased. She felt partly responsible for it but she wouldn’t babysit either. If the girl was left behind then she’d have to fend for herself. She just hoped Hiei realized if he continued with this course of action he’d have a dead mate in under twenty-four hours. From the rampant thoughts she was getting, she’d have to say he didn’t care. “Are you sure you want to do this? I will not babysit your mate, not even for you.”


“Let her rot in that room for all I care. I didn’t ask for her, it was forced upon me. I would deposit her in her own world but Enma doesn’t want her there. She is fine where she is, I need to relieve some stress. Care to join me?” He smiled as the woman nodded. A good sparring session would do him some good. Anything to get his mind off the girl waiting in the room for him. What the hell was he going to do with her? No one would touch her in the fortress since he’d been the one to bring her in. Nodding he sprinted out of the room and into the hall. As soon as he exited the moving fortress, a blast was sent from behind.


Mukuro watched him dodge it in time before releasing another. Hiei had improved greatly since the last tournament. Still there was only six months until the next one would come up. Enki was more than ready to give over his rule, preferably to one of his own men or that slut wife of his. While some of her powers were missing due to her lack of hate, she planned to train harder to be the next ruler. She’d have her own way of running things. Yomi had stopped by over a month ago bringing his son with him. Those two also were hard in training. The only ones not coming back were the fox and toushin. Just as well, they weren’t any real competition for the position.


Hiei almost laughed at the pathetic attempts. It irked him sometimes that the woman would hold back on him due to her so called feelings. He was no child and he expected to be treated like a real opponent. Growing tired of the game of cat and mouse, he drew the sword. It was caught between the woman’s palms before she sent a blast knocking him back. Landing on his feet, he spat on the ground. The bitter taste of blood coating his teeth. “Good, if you are going to take the time to fight at least attempt to do a half-ass job.”


“Very well Hiei, we shall see what you have.” She caught the fist aimed at her head and delivered one of her own. It took the man in the gut, which he quickly recovered from. Her head moved in time to keep it attached. Her hand came out to grasp the katana, with a show of energy the metal burst into over a dozen pieces. The action allowed him to get a punch in catching her square in the jaw. Wiping the small amount of blood from her lips she had to smile. “I see you meant it. Are you that pissed about having a mate Hiei?”


“Shut up!” He swung at her, missing by a several inches. The woman ran backwards allowing him to repeatedly try to hit her. He felt some of his anger and tension leave as it went on for more than an hour. “Dammit woman stand still and let me fucking hit you.”


Mukuro jumped and landed several feet away. “What fun is that?” She frowned when he stopped in his tracks. The blood rushed from his face and his energy spiked. She’d never seen him that shade before. What was ailing him? “Hiei?”

Kagome looked around the small room. Well it was cleaner than her first room. The bed was soft and bouncy. Looking around she noticed that there was no window. She wasn’t surprised the place had looked like a moving insect upon first glance. So this was where she was going to remain the rest of her life or should she attempt at returning home? Hell she couldn’t remember her way back to that portal in which they’d crossed. She was stuck here until she could convince him to take her home. He didn’t want her hanging around any more than she wanted to be here. Hell he didn’t even know her name.


Koenma had mentioned his to her but all she knew about him was that. His name was Hiei and he was rude and overbearing. He’d handed her over to the one man and left her. What had she expected? He didn’t give a care what happened to her. Gnawing on her bottom lip she became aware of a presence just outside the door. It wasn’t as strong as Hiei’s but someone she wouldn’t be able to handle on her own. The door swung open and she took a step back. The man was well over six feet, broad and didn’t look too friendly. A scowl was placed across his haggard features. The dark wings upon his back flapped as he walked into the room. Had someone been sent to fetch her?


When he didn’t speak fear raced up her spine. As she blinked a fist slammed into her open jaw. Pain raced up her skull as she hit the far wall at the force. What the hell? He’d told her she would be safe here. His words echoed in her mind. “I may not want you around but will not send you out to die. No one will bother you as long as you are in the fortress, you have my word. Just make sure to stay out of my way and don’t expect anything else from me but my protection. As my mate you are entitled to that much.” She could sense him and he was far away, too far. Then again he had to have lied. She wasn’t even here a day and someone had just attacked her. Or had he left her here just for that reason, knowing someone would kill her?


Nails dug into her throat as the man lifted her up the wall. Gagging was taking the place of breathing, the fingers crushing her wind pipe. Spots appeared before her eyes, she was going to die from lack of oxygen. Seeing him sniffing along the lines of her breast she struck at him. Petite fingernails dug into the side of his face, tearing the skin along his cheek. The howl ripped through the room as he punched her in the face. The horrid sound of cartilage breaking caressed the air. Blood pooled down her chin as he backhanded her hard.


“You bitch, I was wondering why Hiei would bother bringing a disgusting human here. You have it don’t you? It is faint but I can sense it. The forgotten but forbidden power of the Shikon. He brought you here to give it to Mukuro didn’t he. As if that bitch didn’t have enough power, she wants more. I will not let her have it, I will use it for my own purposes. Where is it girl?” Tenji ran his free hand down the garment, getting frustrated he tore the fabric. The smell of her blood was strong as he stripped her. “Where is it? Or did you hide it somewhere else?”


Kagome screamed as he tore the cotton panties with a flick of his wrist. The clawed fingers went to the appendix of her thighs. Two fingers were shoved roughly into her body. Her own hands fought against the hold as he dug into the now bleeding passage. There was nothing sexual about the touch, the fingers searching. The tearing sensation of him scraping the inner muscles made her cry out. Blackness tried to claim her as he finally yanked them out satisfied with his search.


“Where, it’s down here but where?” He roamed his hands over her trembling stomach. The power called to him as she whimpered. Was it embedded in the girl? That would not stop him, he’d carve it out. Tightening his grip, he brought his hand back. With a forceful thrust of his hand the fingers went talons first into the soft belly. A gurgling sound came from the pinched throat. A burning sensation made him wince in pain, the power coming from the girl’s hands. It was a pathetic attempt at freedom.


Kagome felt something hot and sticky running down her stomach to her thighs. She couldn’t begin to describe the pain being inflicted. Not being satisfied as he failed to find the small ball. She screamed past the hand as he grabbed a hold of the edge of the small gaping hole to pull down. The sound of her skin tearing made bile rise in her throat that was only drowned out by the pain. The sound of something thick and wet hitting the floor made her cry. Her vision was becoming blurry, the energy to keep her eyes open denied.


He stepped back as the intestines hit the floor. His hands pushing through the mass of organs. The girl’s breathing became shallow, the last of her life energy suddenly disappearing. As she took her last breath, a soft glow began near his fingers. He could see it through the blood and innards. Smiling he reached for the jewel, the fingers wrapping around his newest possession. The body slumped to the floor as the pressure around her throat was released. He stared in awe at the small gem. Such power and it was all his. Grunting he watched as what was left of the girl began to move. What clothing that still remained upon the corpse began to sink as if the body was sinking. Light burst through the room blinding him momentarily.


Seconds after it passed he looked around. There was no sign of the corpse just the clothing. The jewel glowed in his hands, the soft pink beginning to shimmer to a dark brown. It was finally his and that fool Hiei had brought it too him. It felt stronger now that it was no longer inside the human female. Not wanting to press his luck he took off. No doubt others will feel the pull from the jewel as well. Most of the youkai here were stronger than himself. He wouldn’t allow them to take it, not now.



Hiei followed the scent Mukuro trailing beside him. The thick smell of blood was heavy as in the small cave, her blood. As he walked farther into the cave he stopped, the rank aura of death was all over. Within seconds they found the corpse. He growled seeing Tenji’s decapitated head resting next to his torn body. It angered him that someone beat him to it. Guilt and remorse washed over him the longer he stared. Someone had taken the pleasure of killing the man himself.


“There is nothing more we can do, it is done.” Mukuro knew Hiei wouldn’t let it rest at that. The man had killed the human girl. Even if they didn’t find what was left of her body. A human couldn’t live after being disemboweled. Parts of the girl’s anatomy had been staining the floor along with her clothing. The koorime had also felt the girl’s death through the bond. It hadn’t been there long but it let him know when she had passed. How would it effect the man? Sighing she went to the corpse of one of her generals. Why would he attack the human girl after knowing it had been Hiei that had brung her there? She narrowed her eyes, “Hiei, is it just me or does it look like he’d been clutching something? What do you think it was?”


“Who cares? The fool is dead. He is lucky I can’t follow him into hell just yet.” Hiei kicked the severed hand that was fisted tight. Whatever it had been it wasn’t his concern. What was, was knowing he had failed the girl in under a day. There was nothing he could do about it now, she was gone. What could he do now? Revenge had been denied him. He was to live with the guilt of his failure. Looking at the corpse he glared. What penance would there be for what had occurred, for his failure?

A/N: Okay, you were warned but I will add that there will be a continous of this chapter. Please read and review....