A/N: Hey guys! I'm Fuse and I'm a new publisher to this site, :D. I always read fanfictions on here and I decided to make my own! My goal is to have at least one update per week, but we all know life can get rather busy. I would live R&R's, but I will not be demanding them (yet, haha, j/k) for it will be a few chapters before my character meets up with Sesshoumaru
My goal is for the next few chapters for you guys to get a feel of the main character. I however would like something to be let known someone is reading this, but whatever the case, I will have the next chapter out as soon as possible.

Disclaimer: I do not own any of the original characters, plots and themes of Inuyasha, they all belong to Rumiko Takashi. I do not make any profit off this story, it is purely fan-made for fans.
Etsu however, belongs to me.

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Locusts let off the loud and vibrating sound of their song, filling the dusk sky. The sun was resting on the horizon, the sky above it red, orange, yellow then into blues and violets. A soft wind pushed its way through the trees, rustling the leaves in a soft chorus that came to be in tune with locusts. It had been a peaceful day, nothing had stirred, no demons had gone out of their place, and no humans got themselves in trouble and no Naraku. It was a very rare experience, to be so peaceful, the demon enjoyed it.

The demon was of fox blood, her body thin and agile. She had messy red bangs and her hair rested mid-back. The hue of her mane was a deep red, a mix between maroon and blood red, with strands of white mixing. Mischievous emerald eyes shone in the fading light, and her lips were in a calm straight line. She had fair skin, which was in great contrast against her hair and bright eyes. The demon wore a white furisode with dragon designs. The sleeves were long, almost touching the floor, with her left sleeve designed with a dragon body and clouds. The dress part of the kimono was simple, no designs with a gray obi and ribbon on her right side, the dress ended above her knees. Stockings covered her legs to her thighs, which were white, and on the right stocking was another dragon and clouds. On her obi, on the back, hung a piece of cloth to her ankles, which held a dragon design with clouds and simple black boots covered her small feet. Resting horizontally on her back were two twin katanas, the sheaths were black, and the handles were decorated with purple threads and silver designs. The swords were ordinary swords with no special attacks; the fox relied on her illusions and control over fire to aid her in fights.

A sigh passed through her lips as she flicked a piece of hair behind her shoulder, it was time to start moving, and it was boring just sitting around. Pushing her body off the branch, she landed on another before pushing off again and traveling through that method. Her eyes would constantly move about, watching everything as she kept her senses clear, just in case a demonic aura was to cross her path. She did not travel long before she started to hear arguing and then a large thud. The curiosity in the fox sparked and she switched her path, heading towards the sounds. As she got closer, several auras came to her. Two were of the spiritual kind, such as a priestess, two were of full demon and one was a half demon. The fox cocked a brow, what an interesting group of travelers.

She landed silently on a branch just on the edge of the forest, facing the path where the group lay. A woman with black hair in an odd kimono was standing over a demon (the half-demon, she observed) with white hair, dog ears and a red kimono. Another human girl was standing not too far off, with her black hair tied up and a large boomerang on her back, in her arms rested a cat demon and on her shoulder rested a fox demon child. Her eyes flashed as she watched the little fox, who was cheering on the girl with the odd kimono, brethren. A monk stood next to the female (who she had figured out was a demon slayer) and the two just sighed before walking past the half-demon (who was still face-flat on the ground) and the girl with the odd kimono picked up a strange, pink contraption and followed them. The half-demon raised his head and yelled, "Traitors! You aren't going to wait for me?!" However, he stood up soon and ran after them, then followed in a slight pout.

Her already raised brow raised even further, such a strange group! With her curiosity not yet sated, the female fox followed them, making sure to stay quiet. She was also curious as to why they had not yet sensed her aura. She watched them, taking in their appearances and scents, in case she was to come across them again.

Five minutes passed before a silent sigh passed through her lips, the group had settled for the night in a small clearing just off the path. After they set their fire and sleeping areas, they had fallen into a soft conversation. The female fox just stared a bit annoyed, arms crossed; none of them had yet to notice her presence! And she was not one to usually go introduce herself. Just as she was about to stand and go take off, she heard a small hiss, then a growl, then flames envelope the air as a feral yowl filled the clearing. The fox demon blinked and looked behind her, the cat demon was looking at her, fangs bared and crouching, ready to leap. The fox demon smirked, the fun was now about to start!

"A demon," the half-demon growled, pulling out his sword which immediately transformed into a fang-like blade, "Show yourself coward!"

Coward? I'm no coward little pup. The fox demon thought to herself as she pushed herself off the branch and landed a respectably distance away. Right when she was going to speak, the half-demon charged her, yelling as he did so. The fox demon only sighed as she jumped up and over him, he quickly turned around and charged her again this time swinging his sword, the fox-demon took the initiative to start dodging. She was going to wait until the half-demon tired, but he seemed to be full of endless energy and the fox-demon started to grow annoyed. After she landed once more, she charged back at the demon, avoided his sword and punched him square in the jaw, which sent him flying back. She stood still after that and looked at the group, who was staring at her. "I mean no harm, call off your dog!" She called to them and the girl with the odd kimono looked at her apologetically before looking towards the half-demon who was starting to stand again. He picked up his sword again and started to run, however, he did not go far until something interrupted him.

"Inuyasha, sit boy!" The girl yelled before something flashed around the half-demon and he fell to the ground. The fox-demon blinked as she watched this odd spell, how cute was that! Now out of 'danger' the fox-demon turned to look at the group, the monk started talking first.

"What a beautiful woman," he approached her and took her hand in his, "May I ask you to bear my first child?" The fox-demon just blinked at the monk, before she let out a laugh.

"How cute monk! But a child is not in my plans," she chuckled as the demon-slayer grabbed the monk and then slapped him; he then just sat on ground and sighed. The girl in the odd kimono just rolled her eyes before addressing the new demon.

"My name is Kagome. Uh, may I know your name?"

"My name is Etsu of the Foxes, I come from the south."

The monk spoke, looking at Etsu, "What brings you to us, specifically?"

"Curiosity to be blunt, I heard arguing and then a thud, came to investigate," a mischievous smile graced Etsu's face, "But I have figured out where that has originated from."

"Shut up you vermin! You don't belong here!" The half-demon yelled, finally standing up and glaring at her. Etsu only sighed.

"I would not talk to a full-demon like that, what was it? Inuyasha? I should have killed you for so foolishly charging at me. As you can see, I am no enemy."

"Tch. You probably are fooling us all!" Inuyasha growled, Etsu's smirk grew as she felt the mischief in her spark.

"And maybe I am. Maybe I am not. Maybe this some odd hallucination that you are dreaming of, maybe this is your death. It is all up to you." Inuyasha grew confused then angry at her teasing, but said nothing more.

"Family!" A childish voice yelled and Etsu caught the fox-child she had saw earlier, a kind smile came to her face, "It has been a long time since I've seen another fox! Kagome, Kagome! Can she stay with us?" Kagome watched the small fox-demon before nodding.

"Sure, why not?"

"Yeah! I'm Shippo, that's Kagome, Miroku, Sango, Inuyasha and then Kirara!" Shippo led Etsu to the campfire and led her to sit down, she did and Shippo cuddled into her lap. Etsu watched as the others got settled all but Inuyasha, who watched her with wariness. Etsu understood the defense and she would be on her best behavior until she gained a ounce of his trust.

"Etsu was it?" Miroku addressed her and she nodded, "If you don't mind me asking, what brings you all the way from the south?"

"A half-demon named Naraku." She watched as all their eyes widened, "To what he did is none of your concern, I don't wish to share such a story, but seeing from your looks it seems you all have beef with him."

"Yes, we are all after him. He has hurt every one of us." Sango spoke up before looking down and petting Kirara. "It seems strange that the farther we travel, the more we find people after him."

Etsu shrugged, "And there could be thousands more, we will never know, but ails of others are no concern to me." She looked at the others, "My nature enjoys company, so I wish to tag along with you all. It seems we are all after one goal and my presence just might keep you guys out of trouble," she could feel a snide remark forming so she spoke quickly, "I'm not saying of course that mister Inuyasha over here has not done a good job, I see you all are in one piece." She snickered at his glare and waved before returning her gaze at the group. "However, I will warn you, I like to see different places, a different scenario, so my time with you all might be brief and I might just go tag along with someone else. I however, depending on what terms I leave you guys, will always be an ally… Or foe."

The group nodded in understanding and they all fell into small conversation, all trying to get to know Etsu and Etsu trying to get to know them. Soon they fell asleep and Etsu calmly watched them until she heard steps and a small thump next to her. The fox-demon peered up and over at Inuyasha, who was sitting next to her, pouting.

"So you have no problem me being a half-demon?"

Etsu smiled, "No young one, I do not. You cannot help what you are and I cannot hate you for that." There was still mistrust in the half-demon, but Etsu did not mind, it was usual in these warring ages. With that, the two demons fell into a conversation that lasted late into the night.