The Story of Swift's Birth

(Meridian-mother, Cosmos-great aunt, Deyonay-aunt, Seiji-grandmother)

"Meri, what are you going to do? Hiei left! You should go after him, tell him that it is also is responsibility! Its not right that you should do it all yourself! Go after him!" her mother Seiji scolded her. It was true. Hiei and Meridian had created a child, and now Meridian was expecting a girl, a girl she would name Swift Deyonay Moonracer. Hiei had gone as soon as he heard the news. Cosmos and Deyonay were standing near Meridian, arms crossed and completely agreeing. Seiji was a sorceress, Meridians mother. She was tall and only appeared to be 23, with brownish blonde hair to the shoulders, cutely layered. She wore a baby blue kimono and had the eyes to match it. Cosmos on the other hand was dressed in all black, she was Meridians aunt. Her hair was messily tied up, with a tinge of style, a few strands hanging near her face. Her boots were tie ups to the knees, and her black outfit was very skimpy indeed. Straps of thick black material covered her bosom and torso neatly, not revealing too much at all. Attached to the shoulder straps were 2 inch long and 2 3/4 inches thick spikes. She was an ice demon, with silvery hair and icy blue eyes. Then there was Deyonay, Meridians sister. Her hair was a bright fiery red, her eyes the same. She was a fire demon. Her outfit matched her hair. A pair of red flip flops covered her feet, and her outfit consisted of a bright red tank top, made of flames from herself. Her capris however, only had flames at the bottoms, giving them a stylish but sassy look. Her hair was to her shoulder blades, the tips engulfed in flames. All of them were standing in Meridians living room, the largest in the house. Meri currently lived on Shelule, 5 or so miles away from the castle where the King, Queen, Prince and Princess lived. Meridian hoped that when her daughter was born, she could introduce her to the Princess, who was also just created. Meridian was also wearing a kimono, only it was a dark blue, with light blue ties and bows. Her hair was the same length as Deyonays', only a dark stormy blue. It was in twists, some type of gel holding them permanently in place. Meridian appeared to be 19, Deyonay 21, and Cosmos 24.

"I know mother, but. . . I mean, what would I say? He has the same temper as Deyonay, if not much worse! Following him would help with nothing!" Meri replied, silently begging them not to force her to leave. Of course, it was impossible for Meridian to manually conceive, as the females on Shelule had no reproductive organs. (for more info about that, see YeOfLitleMinds profile for a full explanation) As soon as the people who wanted a child or a woman needed energy, but wanted a child at the same time, this thought was transferred to the creator of all, the woman in the temple atop the mountain. She then created a child and the children were born from Crystal Lake, in crystalline eggs. So really, she wasn't pregnant, but the thought of a child soon being hers to care for, was enough of a comparison.

"Hey! Shut up little sister! You got yourself into this mess, remember. We are simply trying to help! So there!" Deyonay retorted to her little sister.

"It's not our fault you went and messed up your thoughts with that incompetent pompous fool of a demon! Next time you need energy, don't go gallivanting in the bars first! I really hope you learned your lesson!" She added primly. Cosmos smirked, ready to add her two cents. Stepping forward, she looked at Meridian, who stood to face her aunt.

"You know, although he wasn't a bad choice for looks and strength, you kind of missed the personality on that one, sweetie. I'm sorry I couldn't visit longer, but I have to get back to Touya now, adios!" Cosmos said, smiling politely to the rest of her relatives and disappearing slowly, an icy fog floating around where she last was. Meridian waved her hand at it, a gush of wind coming forth and blowing it away. Meridian sighed heavily and threw herself onto her bed, burying her face in the pillow.

"Its not like I can just give her up! And I was Not Gallivanting in the bars... I was walking down the strip and almost fainted near one... I simply went inside to find someone to help me... And in the process we got to know each other... I met him like a month ago, remember... Anyways...If I don't go to the lake on the due date and she is left there, she will be delivered here via the castle guards! I don't have a choice! Mother, now would be a great time for a piece of advice..." Meridian mumbled through her pillow, very flustered.

"You know Meri, your Aunt Cosmos is right... Next time, delve more deeply into the personality part.. What I will say though, is this.

We-" a snort came from Deyonay, knowing what her mother would say next " We meaning you as well Deyonay, will help you, Meridian, for as long as we can. In time, she will move away and live in the castle, she can get a job there and I think she will be born around the same time as the Queen's daughter. It was announced through the news bulletin... Anyways, don't fret about it my dear. All will be well..." her mother Seiji told her speaking softly. Meridian turned herself around and sat on her bed sniffling for a moment then stood and hugged her mother tightly.

"Thanks mom.." Meridian whispered to her. Deyonay walked over to the fireplace and flicked her pointer finger at it, the logs bursting into flame. Warmth immediately spread throughout the small cabin type house. She then walked over to a chair she thought comfortable and plopped down into it. Seiji glanced at her and smiled. She loved spending time with her daughters.

"Anyways dear, I must get going... I need to get home, I am quite tired and I need a little energy boost. I will drop by tomorrow..

You will be alright here for now?" Seiji said to her youngest child, sounding very tired suddenly. These things also happened a lot on Shelule. Women have a certain energy level and as soon as it is reached, they become very tired very quickly. But this is understandable as Seiji had a most trying day. We won't get into that now, though. Anyways, Meridian nodded and hugged her mother once more before saying goodbye and watching her walk through the kitchen and out the door. Deyonay stood up and walked over to her little sister, standing about 3 inches taller.

"Well, I gotta jet too, things to do, people to see, places to go. You know what I mean..." the Fire Demon said, smirking. Hugging

her little sister tightly, she vanished in the same way as her Aunt Cosmos leaving a few wisps of flame behind. Meridian blew them into the fire careful not to put it out before leaving her small cottage and going on a long stroll. Not daring to go near the woods, she

made her way to Crystal Lake instead. Sitting on the bank of the sparkling liquid crystal lake, she stared at it, not really concentrating on anything in particular. A man and woman were sitting not too far away and the man spoke to her.

"Expecting today? We are, twins! A boy and girl! How exciting! I can't wait for them to show up!" he asked her excitedly. Meridian just looked at the lake, noticing eggs floating out of the surface of the water every now and again, until two identical ones came out and hovered above the surface before making their way over to the man who had spoken to her only a few minutes ago. Sighing and leaning back on the palms of her hands, she looked to the sky and muttered to herself.

"Why did you leave me Hiei? When I most need you... Why? How could you do that? You knew what was to come... And you agreed..

That was the only way our child was created in the first place... You thought the same thing... I know you did... ohh... What will I do now?

What in the world will I do?" she whispered to nothing. Moving her hands she folded her hands to behind her head and laid down. She heard something move before hearing the same sound again but didn't worry. It was probably her imagination. She sensed the couple with the twins leave and it was then that she felt someone touch her leg. Bolting upright into a sitting position her eyes flew open and she had her hand ready to smack whoever it was into next month. She almost suffered a heart attack upon realizing who was there.

Hiei.

"Hiei? What the bloody hell are you doing here? I mean, I'm glad you're back but, where did you Go for so long?" she said in shock.

He just smirked before drawing his sword.

"Oh... nowhere... And I don't really have a reason for coming back either. It certainly isn't because of the child that will arrive in a few days, that's for sure." he looked menacingly at her before standing and holding his sword to her throat.

"What is the meaning of this?" A booming voice demanded from somewhere behind them. Meridian dared a glance back behind her to see the Royal Family walking down to them, ready to get their child. It was the King of Shelule who had spoken to them. Hiei quickly withdrew and sheathed his sword, not wanting to fight the Royal Guard, just now anyways. The King rushed to Meridian's side where he then helped her up and turned to Hiei.

"You, who are you?" he asked, a hint of anger in his voice.

"I am me. And I am leaving." Hiei answered him coldly before disappearing, too quickly for the King to grab his shirt.

"Well Miss, are you alright? I am sure you know me, but I can't say that we have met.." he said to her, his expression softening. Now, I know you might think that this king was old and wrinkled, and looked like an aged and wise old king. Well, he wasn't. Quite the opposite on most points. He was young, and looked to be around 23-24, somewhere in that area. Oh yes, he was wise, but built extremely well, also.

The Queen who came down shortly after Hiei had left was also young and beautiful. Some Shelulians had the ability to basically stop them from aging any further than what they wanted after they reached around 16 years old. The king had black hair while the queen had a dark brown, almost black veil of hair almost reaching her ankles. It was very beautiful and very cleanly kept. Meridian cleared her throat before speaking.

"Well.. I uh... I... Me, I am Meridian Moonracer..." she said weakly, very intoxicated by the kings' scent, and now the queens was mixing

as well, making her somewhat dizzy. The fact that he was so exceptionally good looking and was still holding her arm gently wasn't helping either. The queen didn't seem to mind though. She looked as if it happened all the time. Some men had this effect on some women, while others didn't. A knight from their guard ran down to the Queen and pointed something out across the water to her.

"Well young miss Meridian, it is good to meet you. I think it would be a good idea if you stayed in our castle for a while seeing as you have someone wanting to kill you... Yes. You will be well protected there.." he told her before she fell limp and passed out. She hadn't had an energy boost in quite awhile and was in desperate need of one. While Meridian was out cold, the Queen pulled on the Kings shirt to get his attention.

"Dear, look at the lake... I think our daughters are here.."

"Plural? DaughterS?" he said looking at the lake, slightly confused. Picking Meridian up off the ground he held her in his arms to carry her back. "Well now.. Isn't that odd.." he took another look at the lake and was put into another episode of confusion.
"Why is one gold and one black? Oh no.. You don't think... The creator couldn't possibly have..." but as in answer to him, the black egg soared into the air and flew out of sight, and to the most evil planet they had ever known of. Kayra-Ru.

(AN- More of a description of this planet will be added later on.. Maybe... For now, its just a very evil planet who neighbors Shelule in the two planet galaxy where many evil people live that are constantly trying to destroy the people of Shelule. Oh, and a bit about Shelule. Put it this way, the planet is about five times bigger than Jupiter.)

The golden egg slowly floated to the Queen who had outstretched her arms awaiting the arrival of her child. When it had reached her, she cradled it and looked to the King.

"Shall we go home then? I am ready...," she asked him and he nodded in return. Looking down to the egg, she whispered something to it. "Welcome to the Royal Family, my dear Zeonia Crescent Sittikana."

"Hmm... Dear, do you have the Mini Iris? I would much like to have a hover board take myself and our new acquaintance rather than walk.." he said. Though he was strong enough, I am sure he was thinking that Meridian couldn't have that time wasted. A Shelulian woman needed the energy as soon as she could get it or the consequences could be fatal. Just as they were to turn around, another egg emerged from the depths. Everyone looked around, but no other person was spotted. The egg was glowing silver and hovered above the water for a moment, before zooming to where the king carried an unconscious Meridian. It sensed this and floated behind the King, waiting for him to move. The queen handed him the M. I. and he ordered a hover board to carry him back to the castle. Not a moment later, it materialized next to his feet and he stepped onto it.

"My Queen, I will see you at supper time. A hover unit will be here momentarily for you, but I think I should head back to the castle and take care of her..." he smiled and took off toward the castle. The Queen didn't mind, quite like any other human woman would. This was quite natural and intercourse meant nothing more than say, oh, CPR, it was to save a life in this case and meant nothing special. Intercourse was to give energy unless some other younger kids thought otherwise. Anyways...

Upon arriving at the castle, the king was immediately let in and walked through the gates and down to the west wing of the guest halls. Opening room 604, he walked into a sort of apartment / master suite. It was even bigger than Meridians home. Then again, the castle was huge in itself, being on a planet five times the size of Jupiter. Here, you could do such things. Lying her on the bed, he took hold of the silvery egg which was still behind him and set it on one of the pillows. See, after the eggs emerge from Crystal Lake, they hatch when told by the parent, within a reasonable time, of course. They are given a couple days to prepare and then if not told before the third day, it hatches and the child is brought forth. The king then readied himself and indulged in the process of energy giving.

well, thats it for this chappie, review or don't. But if you dont i will get insulted! And yeah, I am not putting up that lotr story on here because some people were very rude to me.. so yeah.. But what you think? The only thing that isnt completely original in this story is Hiei.