——[If Nagato Tsuruko can return safely, she will take over as the Miko of the Zaodao Shrine. Since Nagato Tsuruko left quietly, the Early Rice Shrine Maiden has been diligently preparing for the succession ceremony, more thoroughly than anyone could compare. The Dog God Inuyasha had already transformed back and forth between stone statue and visible form four times since morning, each time entering the main hall to glance at the Early Rice Shrine Maiden before leaving. It was not until the fifth time that the Early Rice Shrine Maiden spoke, "Inuyasha, go to the cave and fetch some pond water for me."]
——["You've prepared so thoroughly, it seems you believe that the dead little dog will return safely." Inuyasha leaned against the door outside, not moving immediately.]
