Jenubis - So this is one of the first ideas of a fanfic I ever had come to mind. I know it doesn't start off with anyone you are familiar with, but I promise this story becomes very interesting. As always, Read and Review! If you have no critiques, just drop a note saying how you like the way the plot seems to be going.
Disclaimer: As of the moment, I do not own Dynasty Warriors and I do not intend to use the work of Koei to achieve some sort of monetary gain. However, the ideas I used in the making of this story are compilations of several books I have read, and it contains a few characters that I have completely made up in my own mind. With that being said, I would like to turn you guys loose to read my story!
{Jenubis}
Today is the day of what we would call the twenty-first of the sixth month, 692 B.C. We enter the lives of a family celebrating their children's day of life. Who might these children be? One is known by Sen Sui, the other is known simply as Cai. Both children were born on the same year, same day, and at the same time. One would get them confused with present day twins, however that is not the case.
Sen Sui is the middle of three brother's, and the present is his day of manhood. Sui is a physically fit young man, standing abroad five feet plus ten inches. Sui's hair is a raven black color, curling up at the back of his neck and dripping down to his eye brows. His face is smooth, yet shows the rugged features of a warrior. His chest extends around two feet in length, left to right. Under his northern garment, which he is no longer wearing, you would find a modern day "six pack" topped off with a chest bulging with sheer power. Sui enjoys learning martial arts, and by doing so he gets the aid from his younger brother Sen Chao. Together, the two train as one. Learning with each punch thrown, and every kick skillfully deflected.
Cai is an outgoing young lady. She only stands five feet plus five inches, and is in good health overall. Aside from possessing a powerful mind, Cai also shows great physical qualities. Well-toned, her smooth skin radiates under the sun and moon in such a way to put the Northern Lights to shame. Her auburn brown hair extends just to her shoulders, just long enough for it blow with the wind. Also a martial artist, Cai trains herself with Sen Sui and Sen Chao as much as she can. Unfortunately, she must stick to her duties around the house on a typical day. After her chores are done, she must go to the scriptures and educate herself.
Both Sen Sui and Cai have been friends since the day they were conceived. Sui's parents have taken Cai under their guardianship, as her mother died in giving birth and her father was assassinated in war. Cai never really came to know her parents, so the devastation was not permanent when she gained knowledge of the incidents. Cai regarded the Sens as her parents, as they have done everything for her to bloom into an excruciatingly alluring young woman. Despite her extravagant beauty, she was not a promiscuous young lass. To be truthful, she had never even had a fellow to call hers. Sen Sui is, in his own way, similar. Even though he has remarkable features and qualities all the young flowers would desire, he was simply uninterested.
Sen Sui and Cai have just finished their daily chores, and had a little bit of free time before their celebration would begin.
"Hey Cai, care to join me for a mid-day swim?"
"Sure Sui, let me go get ready."
Cai goes into the little hut made of wood that had been skillfully and methodically put together with straw. The purpose of the straw was to keep the cold out in the winter and preserve the heat.
"Hey bro, can I come along too?" A 16 year old Chao questioned.
"Sure, the more the merrier!"
"Okay, I'm ready to go Sui!" Exclaimed Cai.
"Alright, follow me guys!"
As Sen Sui led the two to the small lake, he couldn't help but realize that he missed his eldest brother. On the day of Sen Tzu's becoming, he was sent off to serve in the army to help end the ongoing chaos of the land. Stricken with a sign of sadness, Sui soon realized this and tried to cover it up with a fake smile. Cai sensed his sudden emotional change, and awaited their arrival to the pond before inquiring him of it.
"Woooooooo last one in has to gather firewood for the roast tonight!" Sen Chao's voice boomed as his feet rapidly carried him to the pond.
As Sen Sui was about to run on ahead, Cai grasped his shoulder and stopped him.
"What's wrong? Is it because of your brother, Sen Tzu?"
Sen Sui just stares down, fighting the urge to let go of his bottled emotions.
"Look, it's okay. I know our King's men's demise was... unfortunate. But Tzu is a strong man! I'm sure he made it out alive some how!"
"It's not just that Cai. Soon we're gonna have to give up our land to the new government. Where are we supposed to go? You know us Sens don't get along with the Han very well at all!"
"Shhh... hush now. It's okay, let's enjoy our day of life together! This isn't the time to throw burdens as heavy as those on our backs."
"You're right Cai. You know, through all these years you're the only person who can read me inside and out like a common day scripture. If it wasn't for you, I don't know where I would be right now. You pushed me to my best, you allowed me to study your scriptures even though you knew you would be banned from the knowledge if you were caught. You always supported my ideas one hundred percent, and you have always helped me through hell I can't even begin to name! You're a great friend Cai... I love you."
"I love you too Sui! Remember, what are true friends for right? I'm always going to be there for you, no matter what!"
"Aye, and me for you as well!"
The two share a deep hug. Sen Chao, at this point soaked from swimming in the pond, peeked his head above the bank. Catching the two in a passionate hug, Chao quickly understood that his presence would only be hurtful.
"Hey guys, I completely forgot that Ma asked me to help her with the preparations for sun down! Don't worry, I'm going to head back home and help Ma prepare for tonight."
"Okay." Sui and Cai chimed in unison.
Sui and Cai just sat down together, enjoying each others company and watching the sunset over the mountains. Instantaneously, as if out of nowhere, the two hear a woman's cry of pain. Now, Sui and Cai were aware that some wild cats sound like a terrified woman. Not really worried of any cat, Sui just picked up a fallen tree limb and started to walk home with Cai. On the way home, the two passed a small spring. Sui and Cai both felt their thirst building up, and it was bad luck to drink water meant for swimming. They take their fair share, just enough to "wet the whistle" and continue on their small quest home.
Upon approaching the hut, Sui notices a change in temperature.
"Wait a second... Cai, do you feel that?"
"What?"
"The air... it's a bit warm for this time of sunset. It doesn't smell as clean. Almost as if something is..."
Eyes widening, Sui bolts forward to go over the hilltop leaving Cai behind. Cai, being a bit more agile then Sui, dashed off after him and soon catches up. Spellbound, she asked Sui what the matter was.
"I smell ash!"
"What? The forest is on fire?"
"No I don't see it near the..."
Sui cuts off as they get to the top of the slope, only to see their house engulfed in flames. Bedazzled, the two fall to their knees. The shriek they heard must have been Sui's mother. Noticing some movement at the foot of the opposing hillside, Sui and Cai quickly work their way around the burning building to the body.
"Chao!" Sen Sui was terrified his little brother had been killed.
"He's not dead Sui, his heart is still beating. See?" Cai places Sui's hand on Sen Chao's neck, where a vein is visible. "That's his blood moving."
"Quick, let's get him to safety!" Sui picks his massive brother up, and Cai helps him carry Chao to the hilltop. As they await his awakening, they watch their house slowly disintegrate away in the blinding inferno.
"Ohhwehh..."
"He stirs! Chao, what happened?" Sen Sui quickly asked.
"I... I don't know Sui... these strange men were leaving the house as I got home. I noticed the middle one, he was shorter then them all, it looked as if he were dancing... and then all of a sudden our little house was engulfed in flames! When they disappeared I tried to go in and save Ma and Pa..." Sen Chao blacked out from fatigue once more.
The flames started to die down, and storm clouds began to rise. Quickly, Sui remembers this little small house he had built in a tree. He shows Cai where it is, and they drag Chao's lifeless body up the ladder and get him under the roof. Chao stirs some, and eventually is able to muster enough energy to sit up. He assures Cai and Sui he will be fine by himself for awhile, and that he requests them to go look at the remains of their house before the bad weather hits.
As Sui and Cai look around the burnt geography, Cai trips over a piece of wood and flips it away as she falls. Looking back to see what may have made that seemingly stable piece of wood so beguiling to the naked eye, she lets out a scream that would make the gods themselves hunker down and shield their ears. As Sui covered his ears he turned around to see why Cai was making such a ruckus, his eyes fall upon the scorched bodies of his parents, beheaded, hanging from a post to the side of the house. As he falls with immediate disbelief, he tilts his head down to Cai's feet and spots the remains of his parent's heads. Around the stamped heads were the remains of their cerebrums, seeping out of the cracks like a seedling popping out of the ground.
Traumatized, Sui lays down on the ground and begins to sulk. He curls into the fetal position and starts rocking back and forth ever so depressed... Cai, realizing she had to keep her head and help get Sui to shelter before bad weather hits, tries to help him back to the tree house. On their way back, Sui says nothing. He only has a distant stare that seems to stretch into a never-ending abyss...
Cai ponders back to the morning time. It was only then, that she had given her foster parent's a hug good morning and told them of her infinite love. Then Cai's mind hones in on what her and Sui were talking about at the pond...
"Look at the beautiful colors around the circle of light, Sui! They are so beautiful! I don't believe I have ever seen them like this before! This will be a day to remember for an eternity!"
"... What a day this shall be to remember, indeed..." These words echoed malevolently through her head as she headed back to the shelter.
I hope you enjoyed this first chapter. I have a couple more chapters if anyone would like me to tweak them and get them up soon.
{Jenubis}
