What is it, Kagome? What's wrong?
Moryomaru hasn't absorbed the Shikon Jewel yet!
Yes- I don't know what he's waiting for, but I can still see it!
(inside Moryomaru, to himself) What is this?! My armor should be impenetrable after consuming Naraku and the Shikon Jewel! The Jewel's powers don't seem to be having any effect!
(unseen) You still haven't figured it out, have you? (the Infant gasps, Naraku's face appears in front of him) Moryomaru is still vulnerable because he's unable to use the power of the Shikon Jewel.
Naraku- so, you were alive all this time? (he projects spikes from Moryomaru, impaling Naraku's face)
Foolish creature- never realized that you were being consumed from within.
Everyone, stand back! WIND TUNNEL!
(angered) Damn you, Monk!
Naraku! I will sever the ties that bind us!
(thinking) I may never get another chance to destroy him!
Please, you have to stop! Stop before it's too late!
(smiles) The miasma's toxins will kill you before you can suck me in!
(thinking) That would frighten me if I were only doing this for myself, but I'm not! I'm doing this for Sango, and Kohaku too!
If I can just hold it a bit longer! (his hand darkens and he begins to bleed from the eyes and mouth) Arggh!
(enraged) Curse you, Monk! You won't have my heart!
Let go! You've already lost!
He sucked in the Fuyoheki!
(clinging to his leg) No! I don't want you to die!
Miroku! (he grabs Miroku's arm and seals the Wind Tunnel as Miroku falls) That's enough.
I see you're as naive as ever, Inuyasha. If you hadn't stopped him, he would have sucked in my heart. (envelops himself in a whirlwind of miasma) He had the perfect opportunity to destroy me, and you stopped him. For that, I thank you. (vanishes)
(runs up to them) Miroku! Oh, no!
(weakly) Sango... forgive me...
(thinking) Miroku did it for Sango- that's why he wouldn't close the Wind Tunnel! He knew if he could destroy Naraku, Kikyo wouldn't have to use Kohaku's shard.
(examining Miroku's arm) The wounds from the miasma extend down his right arm... (she pulls his robe back to reveal scars on his chest) like the legs of a spider. If the Wind Tunnel had remained open even a minute more, he would not have survived it.
I'll attempt to purify him. But you must understand: a body that's taken in that much miasma is unlikely to ever be fully restored.
[As Kikyo is healing Miroku, the miasma begins to damage her hands]
If I can transfer the miasma that's in him to me, then I can use my body to cleanse it.
(thinking) Yes. Her body is already being consumed by Naraku's miasma... but she'll remain silent.
It's strange, that on the one hand, you'd risk your life to save him, and yet-
And yet, I'd lead your brother Kohaku to his death. Is that what you wanted to say? (Sango looks startled) If someone can be saved, I'll try to save them. That is all I can do.
OOnigumo
I see you've finally returned, Naraku.
I have. Not by choice, I assure you.
OOnigumo
(mockingly) Naturally. After all, your human heart cared for Kikyo, and you couldn't have that, could you? So you removed it and sealed it away here, deep within Mount Hakurei. And yet, here you are. Why is that, Naraku?
Quite recently, I absorbed Moryomaru and the Infant. And, as it was happening, I suddenly became aware that Kohaku's Jewel shard was emitting a frightfully pure light. It occurred to me, that if I were to take it carelessly, my Shikon Jewel would instantly be purified... and I myself along with it. I believe that is Kikyo's very intention.
OOnigumo
(chuckles) So, now you need the heart you once so carelessly discarded? Perhaps you've realized that the human heart isn't quite as useless as you believed it to be. All those wicked thoughts, despicable intentions, pitiful attachments. Yes, Naraku... all those negative human feelings for Kikyo are what give the Shikon Jewel its' dark power!
[Onigumo emerges from the water in the shape of a head identical to Naraku's, which Naraku picks up]
And, those feelings would allow me to kill her, right?
OOnigumo
Indeed, they would- but, isn't that why you've come to take me back?
[Onigumo transforms into a spider and crawls straight into the flesh of Naraku's arm]
(thinking) "Negative feelings"... that's right. After all, what better weapon is there to destroy her? The negative feelings I harbor are what connect Kikyo and I... and you as well, Inuyasha.
The three of us are gathered here; the webs must no longer be needed. (pause) You saw. (Kagome looks startled) I know what he wants.
Your neck! What happened?
The moment I touched his spiderwebs, the miasma began to spread.
That's ok- I can heal that wound, right? I did it once before...
(holds up her longbow) There is only one way: you must shoot my wound using this bow. Only that can purify Naraku's contamination.
The bowstring. You, too, have been contaminated by Naraku's spiderwebs.
Naraku set this trap for us. To begin with, he magnified my wound so that I'd leave Kohaku behind. He knew I would do that, rather than allow the miasma from my wound to defile his shard. Next, he used me as a decoy to bring Inuyasha out into the open. Do you know why? So he could plant negative feelings in your heart. The end result of a chain of events he set into motion.
But why would he want to do that to me?
You are the only one who can cleanse Naraku's poison from my body. He couldn't have that. That is why Naraku showed you those visions from fifty years ago. He knew you couldn't purify me with those negative feelings in your heart. And, now that Koga has lost the protection of the Wolf-Demon Tribe, Naraku can steal his Shards at any time. I'm afraid there's nothing we can do now.
Don't just give up, Kikyo!! I can still save you- there must be a way!
This is pointless, Kohaku. Remember, you belong to Naraku. (Kohaku blacks out) The venom in those snakes is miasma. I have to make sure I sufficiently contaminate your shard before I take you to Naraku.
I see your methods haven't changed. Lord Sesshomaru, what brings you here?
Morymaru's scent has disappeared. I presume he was eaten by Naraku?
So, you've come to save Kohaku, have you? It seems a bit out of character for you.
(raises Tenseiga) I noticed a foul smell and I came to get rid of it- and, here you are.
Hate to disappoint, but I must take my leave. Perhaps next time, you'll be so good as to announce yourself.
Kohaku! (she starts to reach for him)
The snakes are poisonous. Don't touch him.
Okay, but... what if you've already been bitten?
(whimpering, as one of the snakes bites into his arm) Please help me, Lord Sesshomaru! This beast doesn't wanna let go!
Let me guess: You were just thinking that, even if Inuyasha were to forgive you, you could never forgive yourself, right? Stop being so self-righteous! You want everyone to think you're so kind and dignified, but I can see your heart is filled with envy and hatred! And still, you continued to play the part and pretend that you actually pity me!
You claim to feel sorry for me: a poor, dead woman brought back to life. But in truth, you grow impatient because Inuyasha cannot bring closure to our relationship! You can say you care, and offer me a helping hand, but you're not fooling me! I know what your true feelings are.
Huh?! What are you talking about?!
Did you think I wouldn't notice?! That I'd blindly cling to your false kindness?!
(furious) Would you just- cut it out already, you idiot?! I let you talk for a minute and this is what I get?! Well, what gives you the right to talk to me like that, huh?! If you and Inuyasha have such a great relationship, then why don't you come out in the open with it?! You're always looking down on me, testing me- but you're actually scared of me, aren't you?!
That's right! The thing is... you and Inuyasha have a past together that I could never compete with. I can admit that. But you know what? Since we met, I've spent a lot of time with Inuyasha too- and I bet I've seen sides of Inuyasha that you've never seen! (startled, thinking) I know things about Inuyasha that Kikyo doesn't? That means we're in exactly the same position! (aloud) Understand? I'm just saying, I won't abandon you out of fear or jealousy! I don't need to!
(thinking) What's going on? It was so heavy a moment ago?
GSGuardian Spirit of Azusa
You are free to climb up by yourself now. Don't worry, the priestess cannot harm you.
What is it, Kikyo? Why aren't you saying anything?
Wait a minute: it isn't her!
GSGuardian Spirit of Azusa
My child, the priestess was but an illusion... one your heart created.
GSGuardian Spirit of Azusa
The spiderwebs which entangled you have now been severed. Use that bow to save the priestess.
Oh? She's escaped. She's free of my web.
So, what will you do, Naraku?
Isn't it obvious? I will take Kikyo's life... as I originally planned.
(sneering) Kikyo... as long as my spiderweb connects us, there can be no secrets. I am well aware of the hatred and contempt you feel towards me... not to mention your lingering affection for Inuyasha. (Kikyo stiffens) Oh, isn't it a pity, Kikyo- dying in the arms of your most hated enemy, knowing you will never again see your beloved Inuyasha?
NARAKU! LET HER GO! (slams Tetsusaiga into Naraku's arm)
Kikyo! (thinking) I only have one arrow- I can't afford to miss!
(flashback) There is only one way: you must shoot my wound using this bow. Only that can purify Naraku's contamination.
(thinking) It's OK- I'll show them! I'll hit it!
Hmm? What? (she lowers her bow) You don't want me to shoot yet?
What's this? So, you've found the Jewel, have you?
[he shatters the cliff under Kagome's feet, and she falls]
[As Kagome falls, she is caught by Kikyo's Soul Collectors, who carry her down towards Kikyo]
Thank you, Soul Collectors!
Damn you! (he lunges his tendrils towards Kikyo)
(thinking) He's trying to take back the Shikon Jewel! (aloud) I won't let that happen!
(thinking) Now, I see: you wish to purify me and the Jewel!
The cloud of miasma's defiling the Jewel!
Watch me consume it- (the arrow and the Jewel strike him in the chest) What?!
Kikyo's spiritual energy is destroying Naraku! They're coming loose!
Who cares about that right now?!
Kikyo's spiritual energy is fighting it out with Naraku's demonic energy! Can you see it, Kikyo? Naraku's in pain right now!
Kagome... the rest is up to you.
What?! (she notices the Shikon Jewel turning black) His demonic energy's overcoming it!
(chuckles as the arrow disintegrates)... I've won. (he howls with cruel laughter)
Kagome... protect the last shard. Protect...Kohaku's light. This is something only you can do, now.
You can't mean that! You'll be okay, and I couldn't possibly- (notices Kikyo is dying) Kikyo! But, I shot you with the bow, just like you wanted me to! It should have purified the wound!
(floating down towards them) Kikyo... it appears you've lost.
(thinking) We shall see, Naraku. You'll only know whether I truly lost, or not, when you die.
(slicing through the tendril) Not so fast, Naraku!
(smirks) Only one shard, left... and no one to stop me. We'll see how courageous you are, without Kikyo protecting you.
... I had the chance to destroy Naraku. If I had done it, things wouldn't have ended up this way.
But I didn't do it. (clenches his fist) I was so afraid for my own life, that I hesitated to open the Wind Tunnel! That woman saved my life, she needed my help, and I just-
(grabs his hand) That's not true. I think Kikyo knew what was going to happen, and she wanted you to survive for my sake.
I thought I despised Kikyo. All I knew, was that she was willing to sacrifice my brother and his shard to defeat Naraku. His life didn't seem to matter to her. (tearfully) However, when I saw her try to save Koga, I realized I was wrong about her. Kikyo was fighting to protect Kohaku's life- she'd been fighting to protect all of us!
(thinking) Well, my Jewel Shards are gone... but I'm still alive. Was that your plan for me, Kikyo?
(crying) It didn't work! I thought I could save her, but I couldn't do anything! It took me too long- I had too much doubt- I couldn't get back in time to save her! Poor Kikyo...
(staring at Kikyo and Inuyasha) Damn that Naraku. He kept telling her that she would never see Inuyasha again, but... he made it in time.
(as she is dying in Inuyasha's arms) It's been so long... do you remember those days, Inuyasha? When we were happy... long before Naraku tore us apart?
Inuyasha, would you be willing to use the Shikon Jewel to become a human?
Well, if I were to become a human, what would you do, Kikyo?
I am the guardian of the Shikon Jewel- but, if it did not exist, I'd be an ordinary woman.
How could I forget? Back then, I wanted to become human... so we could spend our lives together.
(smiles, closes her eyes)... At last, I have become an ordinary woman.
... Kikyo, you were the first woman that I ever loved. The first person that I ever cared for. But, I... I still couldn't save you.
... You've never done that. Inuyasha, I think that's the first time I've ever seen you cry.
(voice shaking, tearfully) Kikyo, I'm sorry. You needed me, and I couldn't save you!
It doesn't matter. You came for me. That was enough. (smiles)
(thinking) Lady Kikyo. The light I saw last night... it was yours, wasn't it?
I'm sorry, Kohaku. I'm sorry we couldn't take you to the priestess in time.
It's my fault. If only I was stronger...
DDemoness
Sesshomaru. I thought that might be you.
( outraged) Who do you think you are?! Show a little respect- that's "Lord" Sesshomaru to you!
DDemoness
I can only assume you have questions about the Tenseiga your father left you. I can think of no other reason you'd come visit your mother.
(shocked) Mu-m-m- you're his mother?!
Kagome, are you gonna be okay?
(slaps his leg) Wish I could say that- my legs feel like they're made of lead now! I guess I just didn't expect to survive like this.
(shakes her head) Mm-mm. It's a blessing you're still alive! Shards or no shards, you've helped us so much.
Anyway... (he stands up and walks towards Inuyasha)
(apprehensively) Koga...?
Oh, hey. (Ginta and Hakaku look shocked)
There's no sense me sticking around any longer- I'll only end up holding you guys back.
I see. So, you're leaving us, too.
(scoffs) Ah, quit feelin' sorry for yourself! (he kneels in front of Inuyasha) Wait, you know, I don't mean to sound harsh, Inuyasha... (he suddenly headbutts Inuyasha) But do you think you're the only one suffering?! Huh?!
I mean, look at me! Try to imagine how it feels for me to leave Kagome behind- you think that doesn't hurt?
(whacks him over the head) Would you stop agreeing with me?! It's creepin' me out!
(irritated) Wolf boy, I'm only sitting here listening to you because you're injured, all right? Now back off!
(indicating Inuyasha) See that? He's actin' like a dumb dog! Looks like he's got a long recovery ahead of him. Look, Kagome... what he needs now is to have you by his side.
I know. Thanks, Koga. I'm sorry to make you worry so much.
I know. (he gives her a hug)
Take care of yourself, ok?
(thinking) Damn you, Koga...
KOGA! Listen Wolf Boy, if you think you lost your Jewel Shards for nothing, you're wrong. Your effort won't go to waste.
(chuckles) Yeah, well... I'm holding ya to that. Kagome, feel free to come look me up if you get sick of the pup.
We'll run nice and slow, so you can keep up!
And just like that... they're gone.
Please, Rin. You're safe now. Wake up.
SSSesshomaru's Mother
(watching via the Meido Stone) That's odd. The Guardian has been cut down, and yet she remains lifeless. Little demon?
(irritably) It's Jaken, as I've told you, but you've no intention of remembering my name!
SSSesshomaru's Mother
Tell me: is it possible the human girl has been revived by Tenseiga once before?
She has! Why do you ask, my Lady?
SSSesshomaru's mother
Then, she cannot be brought back to life.
(thinking) She cannot be saved? (he drops Tenseiga)
Is she okay, Lord Sesshomaru?
(thinking, angrily) I... cannot save her? Tenseiga. I let her die... for something like this! (pause) Nothing I could have gained was worth losing her. Nothing at all!
Tenseiga's glowing! Ahh! what's happening to them?! (he sees them reaching for Tenseiga) ...They want help. It's like they're pleading with Tenseiga!
(thinking) You all wish to be saved. Is that it?
