Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha.

CHAPTER 1: Inuyasha and Sesshoumaru

Sesshoumaru did not know what to do and think when he heard his father want to marry again. Not with some youkai woman but a human woman. A miko. He knew youkai and human have coexisted for a long time. However, it was weird to see a youkai fall in love with human and have a child together. This made Sesshoumaru so mad. He felt that his father has forgotten his late mother. "Don't father love his mother at all? Why he wants to marry again?" he thought. Even so, he knew that he cannot let his father felt lonely for his entire life. But still, does he need to marry a human?

If that was not devastating enough, his father has a child with his new stepmother. His name is Inuyasha. A hanyou. Sesshoumaru really did not know what to do now. What should he do? What everyone would think if they know his half brother was a hanyou? Everyone especially his friends at school will definitely make fun out of him. For this very reason, he tried as hard as he can to not speak about his little brother in front of people and avoid his little brother at school.

Yeah, he and his brother studied at the same school, Sengoku Academy. The academy is an integrated school. It has from kindergarden until high school section. Sesshoumaru is a middle school student while Inuyasha is an elementary school student. Even though they studied at the same school, that did not mean they were getting along. Everyday, he will purposely left home early so he did not have to walk along with his brother to the school. His father was not pleased with his attitude but he did not care. Father cannot make him to do everything that he wants. To show his protest and rebellious, Sesshoumaru often talked back to his father. Sometimes, he acted rudely to his stepmother. Sometimes, he bullied or scared his half brother by telling him a horror story which was not suitable for his age. And every time, his father will scold and smack him. He really did not get along with his father.

Strangely, it was always his stepmother who cooled down his father's anger and saved him from his father's wrath. However, it was still not enough for him to accept her as her mother. He knew his stepmother was kind, gentle and sweet. In fact, he really cannot blame his father for falling in love with her in the first place. Who won't fall in love with a miko who has great spiritual power, beauty and kindness? Sesshoumaru knew his stepmother tried hard to get along and know him. Despite his rude behavior toward her, she still kind and care for him. He knew that. It just that he can't accept her easily. This always caused his father to get angry which always led to a great fight between them.

So, when he learned that his father will be away for a while due to a business trip, he was very relieved. That until he found out that he needed to stay with his stepmother and help her to look after his little brother. This was really not what he has expected. He did not want to get stuck with his little brother. That seven years old brat with long silver hair and golden eyes always get him annoyed. He was too hyperactive and curious. Inuyasha will often ask him silly questions. Sesshoumaru that, Sesshoumaru this. If that was not enough, Inuyasha will often ask Sesshoumaru to play with him even though he has made it clearly that he did not want to play with him. But the most annoying thing was how he called him. He called him Sesshy. Can you believe that? He, Sesshoumaru, the most popular guy in the school was called like that. What would his friends and fans do if they found out this?

Therefore, when his stepmother asked him to look after Inuyasha, Sesshoumaru was very reluctant. He did not want to play and spend time with his little brother. But again, he did not really have a choice. His stepmother gave him two choices. Either take care Inuyasha or help her with the house works such as laundering, washing dishes and cooking. He definitely did not like the second choice. So, he decided to take Inuyasha to the park. With heavy heart, he went to take Inuyasha with him.

"Inuyasha, if you want to go to the park, hurry up and let's go", Sesshoumaru shouted.

"Okay, Sesshy", answered Inuyasha. His goldeneyes were filled with happiness. His big brother has decided to spend time and play with him. He was so happy. He really wanted to play with his big brother. He cannot miss this opportunity. He loved his brother even though Sesshoumaru often played cruel prank on him.

"That name again", Sesshoumaru mumbled, "Can't he called my name properly?"

Before they go, Izayoi came out from the kitchen. "Please be careful on your way", Izayoi said warmly," especially when Soul Stealer is still out there".

"Yeah,yeah, alright", Sesshoumaru answered his stepmother absent mindedly. He did not pay much attention to what his stepmother said although he knew it was not wise to neglect it. Inuyasha look at his brother and mother with curious eyes. "What is Soul Stealer? Maybe I should ask Sesshy on our way to the park".

Sesshoumaru took Inuyasha's hand. On their way to the park, none of them spoke. Finally, unable to bear the silence any longer, Inuyasha asked a question to Sesshoumaru. "Hey, Sesshy, what is Soul Stealer?" shaking Sesshoumaru's hand and gave him a cute puppy eyes. "Here goes again", Sesshoumaru sighed "Can't he just keep quiet?"

"Soul Stealer is an evil organization. They steal people's soul. They steal it whether it is youkai or human's soul. Many people have become their victims", Sesshoumaru explained.

"What happen to people whose soul has been stolen? Are they died?" Inuyasha asked. He started to get interested with this so called organization.

"No, they are still alive. But, they become like an empty shelled doll. Unable to do anything at all".

"So, they are bad guys".

"Yes".

"Why they do that?"

"Don't know"

"Can the victims turn to normal again?"

"Don't know".

"Is it safe to go to the park now?"

"I suppose".

Inuyasha wanted to asked more. There were a lot of things that he did not understand. But, before he can ask another question, Sesshoumaru snapped, "Stop asking me questions already. If not, I won't take you to the park". Hearing this, Inuyasha become silent. He did not want his big brother to hate him like other kids in the school. They often bullied him. Pulling his triangular puppy ears hard. It hurt him. So, he kept quiet.

When they reached the park, they saw the park was empty. It was probably because of Soul Stealer. Many people took precautious steps. They spent time as little as possible outside their house. They did not want to become the Soul Stealer's target. Until now, no one knew their motive in stealing the soul. Rumours said if you met them, you won't survive. Sesshoumaru was very uneasy with this empty park. But, he couldn't just turn back and walk home. He was the one who decided to go to the park. If he went back just because the park was empty, it will make him look like a coward. "Oh, well. What could happen? With my nose and ears, I can sense anything immediately", he though.

Inuyasha, on the other hand, was very happy. There was no one in the park which means the whole park was for him alone. He can play as much as he wanted without fearing some kids came to bully him. It was fun until the wind suddenly blew so strong. Sesshoumaru quickly went to Inuyasha's side. He can sense danger. Before them, a mysterious woman appeared. She has pretty face and wore beautiful clothes. She smiled to them. However, this did not make Sesshoumaru let his guard down.

"Who are you? Why are….." Before Sesshoumaru could finish his question, the woman attacked him using two snake shikigami. He barely dodged the attack. With his speed, he grabbed Inuyasha and put him on a safe place.

"Stay here", Sesshoumaru ordered. Inuyasha just nodded. He was scared. He was more scared when he saw blood coming from the cut on Sesshoumaru's cheek. He did not want his big brother to die.

"Who are you?" Sesshoumaru asked the woman again in a calm controlled angry voice. He did not like to show outsider his emotion.

The women just laughed and answered, "My name is Tsubaki, one of the Soul Stealer. I come to steal your soul".

With that, she ordered the snake shikigami to attacked Sesshoumaru. "Well, it probably in your dream, old hag", Sesshoumaru answered as he ripped apart the snake shikigami with his claws. Tsubaki was shocked to see Sesshoumaru kill her shikigami and hear him calling her an old hag. Later, the shock turned into an angry.

"How dare you! How dare you kill my shikigami and call me old hag! You will pay for this. I don't want your soul anymore. I want to kill you!" Tsubaki screamed.

She suddenly fired two arrows at the same time. Sesshoumaru did not have time to avoid it. The arrows hit both his legs. It burned his legs. Sesshoumaru screamed in pain. Inuyasha who was watching the fight was shocked and terrified. He never saw his brother in pain like that. He needed to do something to save him. But, he was too scared to move.

Tsubaki smiled, "How do you like my purification arrows? Now, I'm going to purify you in one shot".

Sesshoumaru stared in horror. Purification arrow? This woman has a miko's power? This was very bad for Sesshoumaru since he was a full youkai. A purification arrow can kill a youkai. He still did not have the skills and experiences to handle a miko's power like his father. Even worse, he cannot dodge the arrow. His legs hurt badly.

Tsubaki shot the arrow with intensified spiritual energy. Sesshoumaru who knew that he cannot do anything prepared himself for the impact. Suddenly, he heard a yell.

"Sesshy!" screamed Inuyasha. He pushed away Sesshoumaru out of the arrow's path. However, the arrow hit Inuyasha, right on his chest. Blood coming out from Inuyasha's body. Sesshoumaru stared in horror. He quickly caught Inuyasha's body before he fell on the ground.

"INUYASHA!" he screamed.

p.s. This is my first fanfiction. So, please be nice to me. Review and comment are always welcome.