After the Mask (Secret of the cursed mask game sequel)

Part 24

I stare at her in amazement. Me, a deity? She's just making jokes now right? Then again, she is the mother of all that is.

"Come. We should do this quickly if you want to be on time to rescue your love." she says walking off, deeper into the building.

I run after her. "But, I am I'm not worthy to climb to your ranks." I say uncertainly. How could she even think of making a human like me a deity. It's absurd.

"Do not question me my dear. I am adamant about this decision. You will do wonderful, I'm sure of it. The world needs a hero like you right now. I need you right now." she states resolutely.

She halts when we reach a beautiful garden within the complex. In the middle of it, is a clear pond. "But if I'm made a deity, what happens to my body?" I question.

"Nothing. Basically there will be two of you, but remember that the other you is only a body. It's an empty shell. You will have to kill it, for there is no more use for it." she explains. I gape at this shocked. Kill myself? That is something I never even though about. It surely will be odd.

She makes her way to the pond. "Come closer and step inside." she says. I do as asked, slowly making my way to her and stepping into the pond. I still have my doubts about this, but if it saves Sesshomaru, I'm willing to do anything. "Now, when I cleanse you, you will immediately be taken back to your world. You must be ready to face your enemy. Waste no time. And do not worry, this time he won't be able to even touch you." She places her hand on my head. "Are you ready?"

I nod determinately. "Thank you, for all your help." I thank her. Truly happy to have her on my side.

She smiles. "Go and make history Kaname O-Kami." she says before pushing me under.

The feeling of water rushing around me is soon replaced by the rush of air. I find myself high up into the sky, only not falling for a change. Grand wings are holding me up. I really have changed, not only on the outside, but inside as well. It happened so fast. "Waste no time." Amaterasu's voice echo's.

"Right." I scan the ground and soon spot what I'm looking for. "I hope you're ready Akuhei. Because I am." I say before making a nose dive towards the battle.

As I rush closer, I see Sesshomaru being attacked by my body while Akuhei watches on satisfied. I frown when I see that Sesshomaru isn't fighting back, only dodging and taking hits. There is no shortage of blood flow. It horrible how he's not even defending himself and his face looks crestfallen. I need to put an end to this quickly.

~Sesshomaru

Another cut added to the many others. It doesn't matter. I won't fight her, I can't. She's not in her right mind, I can tell. It's not her fault for trying to kill me, and that she will do. It's only a matter of time. It saddens me that after waiting for her for such a long time, someone else had to come in between us being together.

I look into her empty eyes as she raises her sword, ready to sever my head. Just do it already Kaname. Stop this torture you're putting me through. I was about to close my eyes, accepting my faith, when a bright light rushes from the sky and onto Kaname. The force is so great that the impact turns her to dust before my very eyes. My heart almost stopped beating at that moment. She was destroyed, just like that. No...how can that be? What force took her away like that? She didn't deserve that, to disappear into nothing like that.

I glare at the figure before me, the feathers obscuring my vision. They pick up the sword that was left behind gingerly while I reach for mine. As the figure turns around, I was about to make a swing at them, wanting to destroy them like they did Kaname. My eyes widen and my breath escapes me as my swords stops only an inch from their neck. I must be dreaming. This figure in front of me only a mirage. "Sesshomaru... You're hurt." she speaks in a sad tone as she reaches out. I'm frozen, unable to speak or move. Her warm hand is softly placed on my cheek. That's when I know, that warmth, is hers.

"You're alive." I state. She smiles. "Well, that is debatable, but I'm here. I'm so glad I arrived in time."

"Who was that?" I question looking at the dust being carried away with the wind. She looks as well, her hand falling back to her side. "That was me. It felt strange killing myself. I rather not do that again." she answers.

"What happened?" I ask next, full of questions. "It's a rather long story that I have no problem sharing with you, but first things first." she says turning to Akuhei. "I suggest you let me take care of him. Not to insult you, but I rather not risk you getting hurt any more than you already are. Besides, I have a bone to pick with him."

I nod. "Understood."