Summary: The royal family of Terra Tenshi tend to keep their secrets. Even more so hiding away their treasures behind the walls of the castle. Yet when the king's most valued treasure reaches her peak, it's time to marry her off; yet this isn't what she wants. So she runs away.

Pairing: AerrowXKagome

"DADDY!" The tiny wail bounced down the warm walls illuminated with light crystals. The tiny pitter patter of feet followed, sobs escaping the mouth of a little girl. She repeated her cry as she dashed as fast as she could, slamming her tiny little body into a wooden door and throwing it open.

Before her was a long table, preoccupied with a few guests in a deep discussion. The room fell silent, their eyes darted straight for her and a sliver-haired man immediately rose to his feet. He noticed the distress on the little girl's face and cooed gently.

"Kagome, sweetie, I'm in the middle of a meeting. What's the matter?"

The little girl sniffed violently, her left hand clinging to the arm of a stuffed teddy bar.

"I-I had a nightmare..." She rubbed at her red and puffy eyes, her nightgown soaked with tears. The man glanced at the multitude of guests who sent him understanding smiles. He silently thanked them. He allowed his white feathered wings to stretch and he drew closer to his crying daughter, lifting her up into his arms.

"It's okay, 'Gome, I'm here." He reassured, carrying her out of the room. He floated his way down the corridors with the help of his wings, holding the young girl close. He came to a halt in front of her empty room and opened the door slowly as to not startle the young Kagome. He settled her into the warm comfort of her bed and tucked her in, crouching by her bedside.

"Another nightmare, huh?" The man questioned, earning a timid nod. Kagome hid her head underneath the covers, shuddering in fright.

"The world outside isn't bad, right, Daddy?" She whimpered, bright eyes peeking over the edge of the duvet. The man paused for a second and gave her a smile.

"No, it's not, honey."

"Then why can't I go out?"

"You're just far too young to go out there. One day, I will let you." He patted her head. "I promise. When you're 18 I will let you see the world."

"But Daddy, that's so far away." Kagome said, pouting. The man ran his fingers through her hair and chuckled at her adorable frustration.

"Time will fly by before you know it. Now sweetheart, I've got to be at this meeting. We'll talk about this tomorrow, I promise."

"But what if I have another nightmare?" She trembled visibly, her bottom lip quivering in fear.

"They won't hurt you. Remember, to wake up, just pinch yourself." The man smiled, tickling her sides teasingly. The girl giggled and squealed, swatting his hand away. Her father placed a kiss on her forehead. "Goodnight, Kagome."

"Goodnight, Daddy."

The man got up to leave.

"Daddy, wait." The man stopped and looked back at Kagome. "What happened to Mummy?"

He paused for a second before turning away fully.

"Goodnight, Kagome." He pretended like the question was never uttered and shut the door. He left the little girl to frown at his lack of response, turning onto her side as she spooned her teddy. She pondered over why her father couldn't tell her the story about her mother, and as her brain power started to slow down, she slipped off into a dream.

Twelve years later

The library stacked with books leading up to the sky was quiet, save for the soft flick of a page being turned. Kagome scanned the information with a content look on her face. She had grown from a chubby-cheeked cherub to a wise young woman, losing her baby fat and a slender face in its place leading onto a delicate body. Long raven black hair now reached her dainty waist, braided neatly over both shoulders, much shorter locks cascading down the sides of her face and furling to her chin, bangs to cover her forehead. Long feminine eyelashes framed big blue eyes filled with wonder, brushing her cheek with each blink. A pair of magnificent wings sprouted from her back, waving in a relaxed manner with every word she processed. Her trance was broken, however, when someone opened the tall oak doors to greet her. Kagome glanced up and a gentle smile made its way onto her red lips at the familiar guest.

"Good afternoon, father," she begun, placing her book aside once she had placed a pretty laminated flower between its worn pages to keep her place. "It's a lovely day, isn't it?"

"Yes, Kagome." He smiled back. "It is a lovely day." Her father made his way closer and pulled out a chair next to her, taking a seat. Kagome raised an eyebrow in question, turning her body so that her full attention was on him.

"Usually when you look for me, it's to discuss something important. What's on your mind?" She questioned lightly. Her father let out a sigh, remaining silent for a few seconds to gather his words in the best way possible.

"Kagome," he begun, "now that you're of age, I personally believe it is time for you to choose at last."

"Choose what?" She tilted her head in confusion..

"A husband." He stated bluntly. Kagome's breath hitched, that dreaded word echoing in her head. "I have arranged the four best suitors here today and I want you on your best behaviour and dressed appropriately."

"What if I don't want to get married?" Kagome whispered, gripping to the edge of her sleeves as her dread heightened.

"You have to. It's your duty as the princess of the kingdom. One day I won't be around and you'll have to rule with a king at your side. It's our tradition, our honour to follow and make our ancestors proud." Her father pointed out.

"Can't I just rule alone? What if I don't like my suitors?" Kagome said. Her father frowned. Just why was she being so difficult?

"You must have a king. As I said, it is our honourable tradition. And if you don't like your suitors, I'm afraid I will be the one to choose. Get ready," the king rose to his feet, resting a hand to her shoulder, "they will be here in two hours. Best behaviour." And with that, he left the young woman to process the information

Kagome shook her head, denying that her father was actually doing this. There was no way he was going through with this!

"Of course he is. Who am I kidding?" She thought bitterly, glaring at her book. She groaned and stood up quickly, pushing her chair back with a loudh screech across the floor.

"Let's just get this over with."

Sorry guys, I'm a little rusty when it comes to writing fics! Hopefully you've enjoyed it so far though. Thank you and please review!