The Snow Angel by SunsetMiko

The Impossible

Chapter 101 - The Impossible *Bad Illusion* (Stella's Soundtrack Challenge)

It would only take a moment, and he simply could not resist. Tsukiko had been so unbearably smug, believing that he had outsmarted the Western Lord, and Sesshoumaru ached to put him in his place. The taiyoukai easily maneuvered the labyrinth-like system of halls beneath the palace, heading straight towards the West's only prisoner.

He allowed a victorious smirk to show as he walked into the dungeon, nodding to the surprised Seiko, who quickly got out of his way. It seemed that Tsukiko had failed to sense his approach, having been more focused on the knife once again carving his flesh, which only added to Sesshoumaru's amusement.

The taiyoukai stopped directly in front of his mother's most favored concubine and waited for the traitor to open his eyes. He made no sound, and simply stood in complete silence. Finally Tsukiko's eyes fluttered open, confused as to why the torture had stopped.

"No," he whispered. It wasn't possible. There was no way! Sesshoumaru should never have been able to bring down the barrier. It should have held forever and kept him out of the West until the end of time.

"Yes," Sesshoumaru replied darkly.

"No! This is some trick! There is no way you found a woman to love you! It's impossible!"

The taiyoukai chuckled. "But I did, traitor, and she is an angel walking the earth. Your plan backfired, Tsukiko, you fool. Not only did your actions bring us together, but also your spell bags provided everything necessary for her mating gift. I should be thanking you."

"No, it's not possible!" Tsukiko repeated, unable to accept what was right before his eyes. "No one could ever love you! It's a trick!"

Sesshoumaru turned his attention to Seiko, who looked rather shocked as well, though he had the decency to try and hide it. "Find out who assisted him with the spell. I shall return. Do not fail me, Seiko."

The dungeon-master nodded his understanding. "Welcome back, My Lord."

Sesshoumaru inclined his head slightly in acknowledgement before turning back to the prisoner once again. "I do hope you enjoy your stay, Tsukiko," he said snidely before walking away. The taiyoukai chuckled as he made his way through the dark halls, listening to the sound of Tsukiko still screaming that it wasn't possible.