Naraku Rewrites the Stars

Ch. 11 Sudden Heartache

Author's Note: First things first, sorry. Thousand times sorry, I've been slacking on this Naraku x Kagome fanfiction because of... well... I'm lazy. However, the best apology I can give you guys and/or gals is 2 chapter as an "I'm sorry" gift and happy new year's gift. Also, to update regularly at least once a month. Secondly, I've decided to keep italicizing the character's thoughts, for now. Thirdly, my style of writing and structuring the story will be changing. Fourthly, I'll be updating randomly at least once a month. Lastly, thank you all so very much for reading and your patience.

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Previously, Onigumo has discovered neither he nor Naraku is able to control Kagome's mind and Kagome, is yet again, torn between her instincts and her logic on how to safely proceed to face the most corrupted being she has ever meant, Naraku.

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Strange... We are certainly behaving strangely. Naraku thought to himself.

Seeing a flaw in Naraku's judgment, Onigumo thoughtfully voiced his opinion.

We are not simply behaving strangely Naraku, we are out of character.

Naraku became intrigued by Onigumo's statement.

What do you mean by that, Onigumo?

Onigumo quickly gathered his thoughts before speaking.

Reflect upon what has occurred here, tonight. You went out of your way to follow the Priestess even though there was no true necessity to. You sang to her Naraku... I did as well. And judging by how she is still breathing and standing in front of us, neither you nor I truly desire to kill her because if we truly did, she would have been dead and her jewel shards would be in our hands a long time ago.

Onigumo paused, before continuing, We are not ourselves. If we were, why would you or I do such things?

Naraku took his time digesting what Onigumo said, consequently realizing something.

Jewel... It must be because of the Sacred Jewel.

Onigumo was now confused by Naraku's words, but before Onigumo could ask any question, his attention was stolen by the of young priestess standing in front of him.

Turquoise... Why can't I look away from Naraku's eyes? I've seen blue eyes before, heck, I have the bluest eyes I've ever seen! But... his eyes... There's just something about them, something that's so familiar to me. Like I know them but from where? From when?

Like, Naraku and Onigumo, Kagome was becoming very confused by herself.

Why? Why am I being so confused by Naraku tonight? First, the singing! Second, not killing me! Third, he tried comforting me! Naraku! He's merciless! Evil beyond evil! And the unforgivable of all unforgivable!

Being frustrated by herself, Kagome could not fathom why the only being she loathes and hates on this planet is confusing her heart more than her feelings for Inuyasha ever did.

Argh, why? Why, why? Why am I asking myself "why" so much tonight not because of Inuyasha, but because of Narー

Despair.

Before Kagome could finish her train of thought she felt an immense plage of despair wash over her heart to the point wherein a blink of its eye it somehow manifested into a literal pain in her chest, physically too painful to bear.

The painful pounding in her chest was like a drum. As it kept hammering away, it only quickened its rhythm, seamlessly never-ending.

The pain in her chest, not only brought her attention to her chest but her cheeks as well because whether it is because the pain in her chest or her raging internal battle of emotions, tears were falling down her cheeks.

Kagome moved her right hand to wipe away her own tears, but it was no use, the tears would not stop falling no matter how hard she tried to stop them.

But it did not help that the pain in her chest only intensified as the seconds went on.

God, why?! Why am I in so much pain?! Haven't I cried enough tonight because of Inuyasha?! These tears make no sense! This pain in my chest makes no sense!

The pain Kagome was feeling was wearing her body down to where Kagome was having a hard time simply staying conscious but before her legs gave out on her, another surprising thing happened.

Because Onigumo and Naraku were busying conversing with themselves within their shared mind, neither of them paid much attention to Kagome because both of them knew she was smart enough to not try to fight or run from them, unless she had a death wish and wanted to lose the last of the Sacred Jewel Shards she had.

However, now, there is a demanding smell of despair was emitting off of Kagome's person in waves and to Onigumo as well as Naraku the level of renewal sadness she is feeling rivals that of when she chose to give up on Inuyasha, if not then more.

Consequently, Onigumo eyes zeroed onto the tears falling from Kagome's cheeks and her hands trying to wipe her own tears away.

What is wrong with her, Onigumo asked Naraku.

I thought you held more intelligence within you, Onigumo. Why else has the wench been crying this whole night? Inuyasha, Naraku remarked.

Onigumo wanted to say something back to Naraku for insulting his intelligence, however something else needed his attention, Kagome falling.

Before he could process what happened Kagome was already within his arms.

Why did I catch her? I could have moved my person out of the way and let her fall, yet, I caught her... Why?

While Onigumo was bewildered by his body moving on its own he did not notice how Kagome was not rejecting his touch.

Onigumo for the hell of him could not figure out why he did what he did, which only lead him to one conclusion. Naraku.

Naraku, is this your doing? What game are you forcing me to play?

As I have said before, the Sacred Jewel, our change in character must be because of the Jewel.

How can that be? The Jewelー

Right when Onigumo was about to express his confusion towards Naraku, Kagome whined in pain; which lead to Onigumo's attention once again being stolen by her.

"Priestess, what is wrong," Onigumo asked in a curious tone rather than worried while his left hand cupped her right cheek.

Kagome against all the logic in her mind leaned into Onigumo's embrace and hand for some sort of relief and his touch oddly did soothe her pain.

Her leaning into him caused Onigumo to realize another odd action he has committed.

When did I move my hand onto her cheek? He questioned himself.

Kagome with all her vocal control muttered between tearful hiccups, "I don't know... I really don't know. The tears just won't stop! And I feel so much heartache! This pain doesn't even feel like it's mine! Make it stop!"

As if on muscle memory, Kagome called out for the one she has always sought aid from since the first time he saved her life.

"Inuyasha! Inuyasha help me!"

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Author's Note: I would greatly appreciate feedback from any reader about anything revolving the story such as plot, charter portrayal, or even grammar. Please, I want to know what I'm doing good or bad. Sorry, I didn't write more. Thank you for reading. Happy New Year.