My villagers have worked as slayers for generation upon generation, and it likely has something to do with Midoriko's influence. Over the centuries, the Sacred Jewel passed through the hands of several humans and demons, and finally returned here, in my grandfather's time. The Shikon Jewel had come out of a demon that he had slain. But my grandfather's life, and the lives of many others, were sacrificed in the battle. The sacred Shikon Jewel was removed from the demon, but it was horribly defiled and the villagers did not possess the ability to handle it.
So they put in Kikyo's care.
Kikyo? Was she the priestess who had the ability to purify the Sacred Jewel?
Yes, but Naraku found out about her and killed her.
Midoriko, I, too, feel compassion for humans. However, when one lives as long as I have, one becomes accustomed it, hardened. Please forgive me. This afternoon I was so eager in my pursuit for the truth, but since you allowed me to pass the barrier, I take it you understand.
(Moves closer to the statue)
So many huge demons. A single priestess took on this many demons at once? Unbelievable! Simply unbelievable! What's that in her armor? It must be the spot where the Sacred Jewel was forced out. It must be, judging from the size.
Kagome (narrating): Myoga has been investigating the story of the Sacred Jewel and thought it was impossible for one priestess to have battled so many demons, no matter how strong her spiritual powers. Maybe Midoriko had a brilliant helper by her side.
I don't care if you die or not. But you're not going to do while I'm around you got that? I won't be accused of abandoning you! I don't want no guilt trip! You're not gonna lay that responsibility on me!!
(The Tetsusaiga annihilates all of the demons in one single strike)
He...he blew up the demons?
HHachi
They been destroyed?
You finally realized the full power of the Tetsusaiga.
So, drunkard, I hoped you did a good job stitching up the Wind Tunnel.
MMushini
I did the best I could to repair it. But the Wind Tunnel has definitely spread.
Does that mean his life's been shortened. How much longer does he have to live?
MMushini
I don't know. The Wind Tunnel is a generational curse placed on Miroku's family by the demon Naraku. If Naraku is destroyed, then the curse will be lifted, and Miroku's life will be spared. The sooner you get him the better. It's Miroku's only hope.
... I see. So, Inuyasha wiped them out with a single swing? Hmmm... Rather than sending numerous demons to their deaths, it would seem better to send one that he cannot kill. Well, killing or not, it would serve me either way. I intend to use you again, in my service. What do you say?
Are you able to move your body, now?
(blankly) Yes, Master Naraku.
Can you kill Inuyasha, Miroku... and Sango?
[brief pause] Yes, Master Naraku.
I know the monk would try to peek at us, but do you think Inuyasha would?
(scornfully) No way! He's such a cold fish.
(confused)... Do you want him to look?
...Yes. It didn't heal well.
Who hurt you? The demons'?
No. I got this scar...from my younger brother. If only I realized some things earlier I could have prevented his death. Kohaku was tender-hearted. He was always a very gentle boy. Perhaps he wasn't suited for the life of a demon-slayer.
I'm sorry to bring up such painful memories. It must be hard for you to talk about it.
No. it's all right. Before he died, Kohaku reverted back to his old self. I still mourn for him, but that thought helps ease the pain of his loss. We were both strong demon-slayers; I'm proud of that. We all have our reasons for being here, don't we?. Why are you gathering the sacred Shikon Jewel shards?
(awkwardly) Um...I figured it was the least I could do after what happened.
I'm sorry. I know, I really blew it.
I'm sure you just trying to save it from a demon, so it's not your fault. What's amazing is, you're the reincarnation of a priestess.
That's the part I don't get. But I do understand we need to gather the Jewel shards, and we do that faster by joining forces. With Naraku's appearance things have gotten a lot more complicated.
In order to break the curse of the Shikon Jewel, we must destroy Naraku. (Kagome nods) Did you follow the deeper points of our conversation... you peeping Toms?!
Hey! What's with all the ruckus?
This time, you actually were in deep conversation and rushed to help!
(irritably) Why did they have to suspect me, too?!
(dreamily) It was worth the pain. That was a wonderful sight we just saw.
(thinking)Everyone has been drawn into the cursed web of the sacred Shikon Jewel. But I feel sorry for Sango the most. She saw her father and younger brother being killed.
How can it be that simple? If Kohaku looks exactly the same, can you really forget everything, and turn your heart against him that easily?
Don't underestimate me!! I am a demon-slayer!! I won't fall for Naraku's tricks!!
If I was in your position...I probably couldn't do it.
Kagome (thinking): He asked Sango how she could turn her heart against someone and forget everything if they looked exactly the same. I bet Inuyasha was thinking about Kikyo when he said that. That's why he sympathizes with her.
[Sango and Kirara arrive at Naraku's castle]
This castle... Kohaku? Kohaku!
First, put down your weapon.
[she hurls Hiraikotsu, smashing a huge hole in the roof of the main residence. Naraku emerges on the steps of the residence, wearing his baboon cloak and mask; Sango jumps down from the wall and lands across the courtyard from him]
Well done, Sango; good work. You brought me Inuyasha's sword, the Tetsusaiga, as promised.
Let me see Kohaku! I will only hand over the sword after I see him!
(the residence glows with red light, revealing Kohaku sitting behind one of the screens; Sango points Tetsusaiga at Naraku)
Naraku, turn Kohaku back to his former self immediately!
Killing me won't help. You should know that already. This is the fault of the sacred Shikon Jewel; demons and evil humans desire the Jewel, and out of that desire, demons attacked your village. That's why your father was killed. That's why your brother Kohaku's soul now wanders in darkness. It's all part of the curse of the Sacred Jewel.
Stop lying! You're the one who killed my father and comrades! You coveted the stupid Jewel; you're responsible for everything!!
People die because of the power of the sacred Shikon Jewel, and people live because of its' power. There's no reason that you should despise the sacred Jewel as much as you do. Remember, Kohaku was revived, because of the Jewel's power. You made a promise to exchange the sword for Kohaku's life. So...what will you do?
I despise you!! I made no promise! You want my answer?! Here it is!
[She hurls Tetsusaiga at him, then extends a hidden blade attached to her forearm and slashes at him, but Naraku, leaping backward, catches the sword and uses it to parry her attack. Sango attacks again and slashes through his cloak, but only black tendrils come out. Naraku's cloak and mask fall off, revealing his new appearance]
(shocked) It's you! the young lord of the castle!
Kagewaki was a noble lord. He gave all the demon-slayers proper burials. Ah, yes, and I was the one who ordered for your care after the massacre.
Kagewaki is still alive. At least, according to those I've fooled into thinking I'm him.
[Sango, severely weakened by Naraku's toxic miasma and wounded by a possessed Kohaku's sickle, falls to her knees. Naraku psionically moves Hiraikotsu and drops it in front of Sango; she reaches out for it]
(inside her head) Yes, Sango- kill him! Kill your brother, with your own hands! Slaughter him! And then... burn with a desire to live. Pray to continue wandering the world, and vow to do whatever you can to survive! When you kill Kohaku, and when you are bathed in his blood, the sacred Jewel will grow brighter with the power of the dark! The more sullied it is... the more beautiful the sacred Jewel becomes.
[Kohaku raises his sickle. Sango stretches her hand towards Hiraikotsu, but stops just as she is about to grasp it]
(to Kohaku)...Kill you? What makes him think I'm able to kill you? [she staggers towards Kohaku, reaching out] I can't. Kohaku...
[As she approaches Kohaku, his expression suddenly clears. Weakened by her wounds, Sango collapses]
Kagome (thinking): Wait! Naraku has Jewel shards! I can find him! Over there! Naraku, take this!!
(Shoots a sacred arrow right where Naraku is hiding)
Naraku (thinking): What?
Naraku, you are totally despicable! Now die!!
Naraku (thinking): She's only a young girl. Why does she have so much power? She's rendered the vapors harmless somehow. This kind of power only belongs to the priestess Kikyo. Can't be.
I won't let you go, even if you beg for forgiveness!! HA!!
(Releases another sacred arrow, piercing his heart)
This is exactly like Kikyo's enchanted arrow! Don't tell me this girl is...!
