Double faced, doubled identity

Disclaimer: Why would I be here writing some fanfiction if I own Inuyasha?

A/N: Hey. I know it has been awfully long since my last update but lots of things has happened and my motivation is gone so you people need to review to give me inspiration if you want me to update! Anyway, thanks to:

Cold Kikyo

Audrey-hamster
Chrysolite Heart

These three wonderful people made me update! Thank you ever so much! Anyway, on to the story!

Chapter 4: The second-in-commands.

*Flashback*

Kikyou let loose an arrow. The arrow shone with a pure purple light and hit its target.

“Now you try” She said kindly and passes the bow and an arrow to the young Kagome. Kagome was staring at the older miko in awe; she shakily received the weapons and readied it. Her eyes narrowed in concentration as she took aim.

“Let your spiritual powers flow through your arms and into the arrow. Feel the purity of your strength. Once you’ve done that, let go.” Kikyou said soothingly.

Kagome chanted Kikyou’s words in her head and let the arrow fly. True enough, Kagome’s arrow pierce through the sky with its pure violet light. Yet, unlike Kikyou’s arrow, Kagome’s arrow hit the ground; far from its target. Kagome’s face fell, she had missed again. Badly too.

“I guess Kaede is right then. This girl has powerful powers that can match up to my own but her aiming needs some major work on. Perhaps, I should focus more on her aiming than her powers. Another solution is that we get her another weapon to fight with, one that will suit her more. “Kikyou though. She then instructed Kagome to practice her archery and that she would check on the young miko-in-training another day.

*End of flashback*

That incident had taken place four years ago. Now the once childish miko has grown into slightly more mature but relatively powerful miko. Kikyou had been sitting at her hut with her trusty weapons at her side for quite some time now. She had been trying to accomplish the ridiculously large amount of homework the teachers had set for them. It is now her last year of high school and the teachers were trying their best to prepare their students for the upcoming college entrance examination. It did not take long before Kikyou’s thoughts had wandered of to Midoriko’s words during their last encounter.

“I’m glad you remember. The point of me asking you to tell me the history of Shikon no Tama and the Vehement is because my time in this world is limited and it is ending soon. Let me go straight to the point, I wish for you to train with me further and take over this organisation when I cease to exist. “Midoriko explained.

“Why me? There are so many choices.” Kikyou asked.

“You know more than well that your spiritual powers are enough to compete with mine. Among all the mikos here, you are the one with the most spiritual powers and experience to take over the Vehement.”

“I am flattered by the offer but I am worried that I may not have the ability to take over all your duties.”

“Having confidence is very important when it comes to becoming a strong, powerful miko, Kikyou. You will be tested for that during the training. If you want to, you can ask another miko of your choice to train with you. That miko would take over your current position as second-in-command when you take over my place as the leader. It is your decision, Kikyou. Do think over it and answer me as soon as possible.”

“I will think about it and answer you soon enough. “

To be the leader of the Vehement is not an easy task. One had to be powerful and be the ultimate miko. Namely, like Midoriko; The creator of the jewel of four souls. Intelligence, courage, love, friendship. Midoriko had all of these qualities. No matter how many demons Kikyou have defeated up to date, she never thought that she was even close to her level. Was she capable enough to take up this responsibility? Would the responsibility get less heavy if she had another person to train, fight and share the responsibility with her? Even if there was this someone, who would it be? Subconsciously, Kikyou shifted her thoughts to Kagome.

The fifteen year old shrine maiden was still very much like a child at times but she knew when to act appropriately. She would be a worthy candidate to train with Kikyou to be the second-in-command. Her powers alone were enough to rival hers.

Unlike Kikyou, Kagome now uses a sword as her main weapon instead of arrows and a bow like she used to. Her aiming had greatly affected her training to be a priestess so it was decided for her to channel her powers into a sword instead. Kagome would do well in the world of mikos.

“KIKYOU-SAMA!” A young miko not older than eight came barging into her hut, panting and grasping for air. “Ka-Kagome-sama had met with a powerful demon. Sh-she needs help.”

Kikyou grabbed her weapons and stood up, “I understand. I’m on my way.” Kikyou was on her way out of her hut when the young girl asked,” But don’t you need the location?”

“It is the outskirts of Kyoto if I’m not mistaken.” Kikyou stated and left the hut in graceful, quick strides before the young shrine maiden in training could reply her.

The moment Kikyou had arrived at the place she could sense the pure aura of Kagome and the evil aura of the demon. She stood in shock to find a fatally wounded Kagome fighting alone against a whole clan of demons. Taking no chances, Kikyou took aim and released a purifying arrow at the charging demon. The demon shrieked in pain and disintegrated.

“Kikyou-sama!” Kagome cried out, her eyes gleaming with hope. Kikyou ran towards Kagome and stood back to back with her.

“Let’s get this over and done with.” Kikyou said.

“H-Hai.” Kagome answered hesitantly before replacing the look of desperation with a gleam of hardened determination. Ignoring the excruciating pain at her side where the demon had clawed, Kagome struck the demon with her sword as Kikyou released her arrow.

“Ah!” Kagome screamed as the demon had once again attacked her with its vicious poisonous claws again.

“Kagome!” Kikyou exclaimed and shot the demon down.

“I’m ok.” Kagome gritted her teeth and got up. Kikyou nodded. The moment Kagome strikes her sword at the demon, Kikyou would shoot it down. Within minutes, all the demons were killed and Kagome fell to the ground groaning in pain.

“Come Kagome. Let’s get you to safety.” Kikyou said soothingly and helped Kagome get up. Suddenly, she froze. A really strong, dangerous and familiar aura is heading their way very quickly.

“It can’t be. Sesshoumaru.” Kikyou gasped inwardly. Using her bow, Kikyou drew a hut that resembled hers. She sprinkled a type of powder on it and waited for it to glow sky blue. It was an emergency portal back to the miko world.

“You can return first. I’ve got matters to handle.” Kikyou whispered into Kagome’s delicate ears and gently push her into the portal. Sensing the miko in it, the portal opened and Kagome vanished.

As if on cue, a green vicious whip flew towards her. Kikyou leaped away as the whip struck the spot she was just at. The inu-tai youkai then stepped out of the bushes with his right hand stretched out for the whip to return to him.

“Miko. You’re in the way.” Sesshoumaru stated viciously.

“Hmmph.” Kikyou smirked.

With that exchange, the battle broke out. Purifying arrows, the dangerous whip of light, sealing arrows, poisonous claws, purifying barriers were exchanged between the two. The environment surrounding them was soon engulfed with the poisonous green light and the violet shade of purity. Soon enough, Kikyou ran out of the arrows.

“Your time is up, miko.” Sesshoumaru threatened. He drew out tenseiga, Kikyou had already use an exhausting amount of power in the battles with the previous demon clan and Sesshoumaru. She did not have the power to block such a powerful attack. She knew that and so did her attacker.

Kikyou frowned. Tapping into her spare reserve of spiritual powers, Kikyou gave an inaudible whisper that a normal human would not be able to hear;” We’ll finish this battle another time, Sesshoumaru.” Her bow glowed and a huge blinding pure light appearing to protect her. When the light died down, Kikyou was gone.

Sesshoumaru cursed inwardly and his thick boa wrapped around him. He vanished into thin air and within a minute, he was back in his peaceful sanctuary.

“Kagome? How are you feeling?” Kikyou asked concernedly as she entered Kagome’s hut. Kaede was just done tending to her wound.

“Kikyou-sama!” Kagome cried out cheerfully and waved but winced in pain from her wound.

“Be careful of your actions, Kagome. Any slight movements might reopen the wound. You will not be able to go to school until your injuries are healed completely.” Kaede advised the young miko as she gathered the various herbs and medicines.

“Your cover story would be that you met a robber while walking home. The robber attacked you with his knife when you tried to resist. You would have to think up of a more detailed story if your classmates ask you.” Kikyou continued for Kaede.

“I understand.” Kagome answered.

“There is something I need to discuss with you.” Kikyou said, turning her gaze to Kaede who nodded with understanding.

"Now, if you would excuse me." Kaede packed up her medicinal items and left the hut.

Once Kaede has left, Kikyou sat down. After much thought, Kikyou had decided to start the conversation the same way as Midoriko had. As anticipated, Kagome politely declined with the same reason as Kikyou did originally.

“Have faith in yourself Kagome.” Kikyou advised.

“I-I-I really don’t think I’ll be able to handle all the pressure.” Kagome stammered.

“Kagome, trust me. Have the faith that I can make the right choice.” Kikyou said, glazing into the brown eyes that resembled so much like hers.

“I’ll leave you to think about it.” Kikyou said. She stood up gave Kagome one gentle smile and headed for the door.

“Thud”

Kagome snapped her head up to see an unconscious Kikyou lying on the floor.

“Kikyou-sama? Kikyou-sama?! KIKYOU-SAMA!!!!!!!!!”

A/N: Sorry! Don’t kill me!!! I know seeing how I haven’t updated in such a long time, I shouldn’t give a cliffhanger but I can’t help it!!!!!! ):

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