OF Youkai And Tenshi
An: This idea was inspired after watching a amv on youtube then reading allot of Midoriko fanfiction on ,of course, . It brought a dream that turned out to be quite interesting adding to the story of Kannabi Mikoto from Air as not only the last tenshi but also the younger sister of Midoriko. Perhaps this is a long shot in the dark but I hope the story catches on and all of you out there in the fanfic world enjoy it. I owe a great deal to the one whom wrote an paticlar fanfic based on the story of Midorkio's life as a half tenshi and the daughter of Kaguya of the moon whoms lover was Sesshomaru I belive the fanfic was called Curse of The Tenshi and for the Youtube AMV Awakening Curse for Air. I will post the chapters as fast as I can
Disclaimer: I sadly do not own Inuyasha or AIR
~Prologue~
The chanting grew louder as did the snarls of the youkai. The dark monks lead by their corrupted leader whom long ago had given his soul over to several foul youkai hunted onward, gaining ever slowly upon their pray. A lone miko, and injured young noble youkai and a young teen girl.
''Midoriko-oneesan?''
Came the soft voice of the blue black haired young girl as she struggled under the weight of the silver haired youkai whom slumped against her and her elder sister watching with mixed terror and concern as the miko once more paused , brown eyes glaring into the inky darkness behind them. Listening, trying to predict whence their attackers came from. Her right arm, helping to support the son of the great daiyoukai Touga Inu-No Tashio while the other always resting upon the hilt of her holy katana Amaterasu. For days they had been perused fighting battle after battle barely surviving to the next. Driven with hardly any rest or nourishment and though much stronger than the normal human it was all too clear to the young miko they would not survive another attack. Not with their greatest protection Sesshomaru ,of the Tashio clan, incapacitated. Something had to be done.
She, Midorkio, would rather die a thousand deaths and suffer in the deepest reach of hells before she would see her sweet younger sister and the man she loved within the hands of these blasphemers whom called themselves Holy men of Buddha.
''Onee-san!''
The feeling of hands yanking upon her white hoari drew the miko from her thoughts as deep chocolate brown eyes turned to meet the wide terrified blues of her younger sister. ''Kanna... ,'' Gently she reached out her free hand to touch her sister's smooth round cheek soothingly noting the tears that threatened to spill as the girl struggled to be brave. ''There almost here are they not Midoriko-oneesan?'' she asked with a choked voice, ''they will catch us..and…and…..'' Her words were halted as the strong arms of the older woman wrapped around her holding her close to her chest to her own raising heart as it twisted in pain.
Barley a year ago had it been that Midoriko had found her half sister the famed tenshi of the Tsuki temple named Kannabi Mikoto and had freed her from her years of lonely isolation and the same time they both had been placed by Touga himself under his sons protection. A cocky self centered young youkai that Midoriko slowly fell in love with. To lose them after such a short time was unthinkable.
''Hush Kanna-oneechan no such thing will happen.'' crooned Midoriko as she lovingly stoked the soft blue tinted hair, ''As long as this miko draws breath I will not let harm come to you my dear sister.'' Gently she eased the bulk of Sesshomaru undhr the mighty oak that served as their meager shelter at this time holding Kanna as close as she dared to quiet the girls sobs while she slowly withdrew Amaterasu. Then placed a small kiss upon Kanna's forehead before slowly pushing away, once more looking over her shoulder with a narrowed eyes then back to Kanna locking the young tenshi with a strong gaze both strong and determined with the choice her heart had made.
''Kanna remain here with Sesshomaru-sama.'' she instructed in a calm soothing voice, ''once he is able to move retreat to Inu-No-Tashio's territory and remain there until its safe…''
''But...what of you? I cannot just leave you onee-san... .''
A sad smile crossed the lovely miko's features a mixture of courage yet sorrow shining within the near amber deaths, it was then Kanna knew this would be their last meeting. Midoriko her dear half sister she had only just found out about was willing to give her life for the safety of her only family and beloved. Right then and there the tenshi felt more alone then she ever had within her solitary lonely life at the shrine which served as her childhood home. Beyond words she held the one day legendary creature of the Shikon-No-Tama sobbing with a heart beyond broken. Begging and pleading with all her soul for her not to go.
Tragically it was for naught, finally prying free from the younger ones arms the brave miko raced to meet her destiny. For hours after the sound of piercing metal, the loud screams of youaki, along with the bright Holy light of Holy Power could be heard and seen, bursting through the night as a testament of the battle which was taking place and the strength of the lone miko whom stood against the evil onslaught.. Slowly ,though terrified for her oneesan, Kanna gained a little hope. From the amount of growing power it looked like Midoriko would overcome their enemies. Slowly night climbed into sunrise and as the warmth of the rays caressed her chilled body a sudden bright pink glow bathed the areain its unnatural light. Pure and so gentle, giving off a warm gentle momentary pace as if it was a piece of the heavens itself. It was followed by the screams of at least a hundred or so youaki before it vanished, an eerie silence following in its wake. No screams, no light or sound of metal nor did the echo of foot falls sound. Not even the birds or creatures of the night make a sound. A heavy sorrow seemed to fill the air causing the small tenshi girl to shutter grasping at her heart as a fresh flow of tears gathered in the pool of pure blue eyes.
''No…it can't be onee;san she can't….she cannot be dead.''
A mournful howl suddenly sounded startling the young girl as she quickly turned to her surprise to find her sisters small nektotama Kiara sitting within the light of the rising sun her fur a bright crimson from the wounds she had received days ago. The wounds Midoriko had believed to have taken their feline friend. Now here she sat much alive grieving over the loss of her mistress. ''KIara is it really you?''
Gently, as if she were a new born, Kanna gathered the small nekotama into her arms choking back on tears as she stared into the deep red depths of the felines eyes. ''It is true then is not. Kiara my dear friend oneesan…is gone..'' a sorrowful mew and deep sad eyes were all the answer she needed before the young tenshi collapsed clinging to her feline companion for dear life as she soaked Kiara's soft silky fur with her tears.
The gods only knew how long she remained there the waters of her broken heart and uncontrolled flood that if possible she was certain would flood the whole world. However just when she was certain she would never cease sobbing her tears finally seemed to lesson until she could finally catch her breath without her breath catching with renewed sobs. Kiara her dear loving friend still within her arms, the vibration of the neko's purrs, gentle nudging of her soft head, along with cleaning away Kanna's salty tear with her warm tongue seemed to help ease the poor young girl.
Rational thought seeped through her sorrow fogged brain and she pushed back her sadness as she glanced about at their seemingly hopeless situation. Midoriko had been a strong leader and protector with Sesshomaru out of commission and Midoriko now gone the responsibility fell on her. Something at one time she would have fled from in fear but now she faced it with a determination.
For her sister she would be strong and protect Kiara and Sesshomaru-sama no matter what the cost. She glanced at the still slumbering youkai prince yet to wake in the mist of wondering how she was going to move him while Kiara was to wounded to carry them both when she heard it. The shouts that priced the chilly air of the morning. Freezing Kanna lowered herself to her knees green kimono blending in with the tall grass and shrubs about them as a small handful of the surviving currpented monks rushed into the opening. Looking far from beyond human, the very sight of him sending another shutter through her as she listened to their conversation.
''Is there any survivors?''
''Nay the miko was to strong she killed them all with herself we are the only ones left.''
''Damn that wench at least she's out of the way, we can always gain more followers. What of Kannabi Mikoto.?''
There was a pause along with the soft chanting and sniffing filling the air before the male whom appeared the youngest yet the new leader all the same beamed a satisfied chilling smile.
''She is not far; her scent is to obscured by blood however her aura is as clear as water. And with the miko's filthy youkai lover injured she will be easy to retrieve. Go find the tenshi and do not return until she's in your grasp and that damn youkai is nothing but ashes.''
Horror struck Kanna could do nothing but sit there as still as the dead, her mind racing against the threatening over riding panic as she struggled to make a plan. That is until an all familiar deep voice nearly sent her flying from her skin.
''Where is the miko?''
Panting from the sudden fright Kanna turned hand clutched to her chest as she stared into the deep amber eyes of Sesshomaru himself standing awkwardly one arm supporting his ribs while another clawed hand rested upon a nearby tree somehow despite his injures still able to hold on to his natural grace. Whatever gloom that still filled the tenshi's heart lessoned for an instant at seeing the youkai she shared (secretly) the very same emotions that Midoriko possessed much alive.
''Sesshomaru-sama!''
With a cry of joy she leapt toward him embracing him fully yet wary of his wounds. An embrace he did not hastate to return his pride no longer getting in the way he had long gotten use too Kanna's show of affection. What did cause him concern other than his reputation in the eyes of other youkai was the absence of his future mate.
''Where is the miko?''
He questioned once more trying to keep the edge of worry from his voice, yet still the tenshi whom was still wrapped in his arms stiffened and not from his tone either. The scent of salt from her tears was all the answer he needed. Sesshomaru's heart constricted and the world about him seemed to crumble away. Yet he would not give into grieve; not now he still had a duty to perform ordered by his otosan and now for the honor of his mate.
He scented the air a low feral growl escaping his throat, the only tell tale sign of his hidden fury. They were near those pethdic so called monks. His claws began to lengthen. One set of of them glowing with his poison that he kept away from the young female in his arms as he pulled away. Not bothering to look her in the eye as he pushed her behind him. ''Remain here.''
His order given the youkai prince stepped forward ready to decorate these bastards whom dared to touch his charges with his own claws. He had but merely taken a step though when two small hands grasped at the back of his hamaka pants causing his step to falter. Titling his head he glanced behind him amber eyes deadly in their coolness as they staired into the warm emotional pools of his tenshi charge. ''Nay Sesshomaru-sama you musent..your to wounded.'' Sobbed Kanna holding tight to him with all the streagth she could muster. ''Oneesan did not give her life for you to foolishly throw away yours please.''
''This Sesshomaru does nothing foolish.''
He moved to gently retract her grip when suddenly a bright light over took them both and gently with a new strange streagth filling her she managed to psuh down the now dazed Sesshomaru to the ground. ''Gomen-ne Sesshomaru-sama but I will not let Midoriko-oneesan's sacrifice be in vain. She loved you to much…I…I love you to much to see you die. Your all I have left.''
Holding his golden amber gaze Kanna slowly undied the obi which held her kimono closed and allowed it to slide from her body. Freeing two small wings hidden by a mass of hair. Coming out of his stupor Sesshomaru made a move to protest only to find to his surpise once again to have Kanna pressing her lips to his silencing his words.
For a mere moment she allowed the feelings she had not hidden within her to flow out in one innocent action of love. For a mere instent she was not just some sad lonely girl locked away within a shrine forbidden from a normal life but a young woman in love. The joy filled her despite the nagging guilt of what her oneesan would have felt. Allowing herself to imagine a life perhaps with him free of death. Perhaps not as his mate nay for in that perfect dream Midoriko would be alive and they would experience all the plans they had dreamed up that year. Adventully she would have found her own love. Perhaps someone within the Tashio clan like her Sesshomaru (though she doubted anyone could take his place in her heart.)
She saw for an instant the children she and this nameless person would have. The small simple home they would share. A life of peace where she was not hated for whom she was. Saddly though these were dreams that would never come. Not in this lifetime.
With one last tear she withdrew from her beloved prince allowing her fingers to touch where his lips had been upon hers. A sad smile crossing her lips as she looked into his widened ever lovely golden hues. ''Please Sesshomaru-sama live for Midoriko-oneesan and I Live and be happy this is my last request. ''
Thus with a burst of feathers, arrows, and the sorrowful howls of a distraught youkai prince Kana to lost her life. Her small body pelted with arrows and finally one deadly curse ceiling her soul to the painful fate of endless rebirth and painful death. For days after lost in his grief and anger Sesshomaru transformed into his true form and attacked every village he could reach until confronted by his father whom was able to bring the young youkai to his senses.
He reclined from the senseless slaughter yet was forever changed, his heart locked within a block ice vowing never to love again and to always hate humans for as long as his heart thudded within his chest.
And thus was the death of the famed Kannabi Mikoto and Midoriko. The truth of their story would be lost in time yet some secrets cannot stay berried forever.
As the thousandth summer of Kanna's curse arrives so does the begging of our story…
The question remains however..
Will the ending be a happy one?