I run my fingers through my jet black hair as I think about the mission was given to me by my master. I was to kill Lord Sesshomaru's human pet, Rin. Rin was a little girl with brown hair and brown eyes. I generally don't kill children, but I needed the money. I was also told that I would more than likely not make it through this mission.
I shrugged that off. I was from the Karaki clan, a band of snow leopard demons that were for hire and would do anything to make a buck. I was the outcast, a half demon. My father had kidnapped a woman, who he felt strongly attracted, too. So, I don't really know if that is classified as kidnapping.
He was the leader of the clan, until that happened. I grew up fighting for my life, but because of that I grew stronger than all of my peers. So, of course I was usually the one sent on the dangerous missions, or the ones that I was more than likely to be killed on.
I pulled out the scroll from my pocket and looked at the picture again. She was cute with a goofy smile. I had sat up many traps to let me know where she was and if she was alone. I made sure to stay far away from the mansion.
It was summer, I couldn't stand it. The hot sun was making me feel ill. My pale skin was starting to burn and I was sitting under a tree. Some of my hair was sticking to my face since I was drenched in sweat. I took a quick swig of water. I shaded my vibrant blue eyes and looked up at the sky. "A cloud would be nice…"
I did a quick scan of the land. There were trees sprinkled only here and there. A patch of flowers were off to my left and then there was dead grass. The heat wave was getting unbearable, especially seeing as I am a winter type person. I couldn't take any more clothes off without actually being naked… I had on a short pair of black leather shorts and a black leather halter top with a metal breast plate.
I usually ran barefooted. The shorts were great because they were low enough to allow my tail to be free. The spots on my back were exposed though. I also had black stripes underneath my eyes and pink paw print on my chest.
I had two short katanas; neither was really that special. I mainly stuck to elemental attacks or attacks with my claws. My legs were crossed and I leaned my head back against the tree as I started to fall into a light slumber.
Maybe when I woke up the heat would have dwindled just slightly.
"Miss," my eyes snapped opened and looked down. There she was.
"Yes," I pressed my lips tightly together as I tensed up.
"Would you like some water," she held up a small basin full of water.
"You impudent brat, that's our water!" An ugly toad hobbled up to the little girl. His voice made my eyebrow twitch.
"But Master Jaken, she looks hot I just thought she would like a drink." Her bottom lip jutted out in a pout. I couldn't help the smile that tugged at my lips.
"We still have to make more trips to fill our place with water, so stupid." The toad shook his head in disappointment. I grabbed the toad by his head and brought him up to my eye level. "Put me down you half-bread beast!" It hollered.
"You need to be careful who you are addressing." I said flatly. "Young child, I have water. It is very dangerous for you to be out here without any kind of protection, kiddo."
"I take care of her!" The toad hollered I couldn't help the fact that my crystal blue eyes rolled. I stood up, dropping the toad on his face. I stretched, the energy felt as though it was draining from me. I could kill the kid now and get it over with. But maybe I could use this to my advantage.
I'll sneak into their house, rob them blind, and maybe even take the brat hostage. I could get money from my client and this demon, if he cares enough for the girl. That's what I would do, and then I could upgrade my weapons. Hell yeah!
"Hey kid," I bent down at the waist so I was face to face with the girl, "I could help you with your water deal. I could carry the rest of the water for ya."
"Oh you would do that, miss? Did you hear that Master Jaken!" The girl jumped up and down happily.
"You can drop the miss, child. My name is Harui." I grabbed the basin and started to head to the watering hole.
"Oh thank you very much Miss Harui!" She squeaked happily, bouncing along behind me.
"No, no, no, and no," the toad protested running in front of us, blocking my way. "Lord Sesshomaru will not be happy with this!" I scoffed while looking down at him, and swung back my pale leg and kicked him back. He flew a ways and fell in a pile of dirt.
"M-Master Jaken," the girl covered her mouth then followed me as I continued to walk. It didn't take long to collect the water then take her back to her mansion. I looked up, it was amazing.
I stepped forward and stopped as I seen a figure appear in front of me.
"Who is that," my eyes wandered over the man in front of me. His beautiful silver hair laid neatly on his head, and his bright amber eyes looking me over. My heart fluttered for a second.
"That's Lord Sesshomaru," the little girl smile brightly and rushed over to him and hugged his leg.
"What is she doing here," he turned his gaze down towards the little girl.
"She helped tote the water so we wouldn't make so many trips." She giggled while looking up at me. Her chipperness was actually becoming. I set down the basins full of water and wiped the sweat from my forehead.
"I see," was all he muttered. He easily picked up all the water basins and walked off. "You may leave," my mouth dropped. I did all that shit for him to turn me away?
"Lord Sesshomaru, it's very hot, maybe she can come in for a bit?" The little girl pleaded. "She did help me after all." I heard a grunt come from Lord Sesshomaru. She giggled and ran back to me, pulling on my hand lightly.
I let her lead me into the mansion. Maids opened the door and greeted the little girl happily. Wow, it's so nice! So many golden things! I looked around, the walls and floors were white marble with golden trim, there was even a table with a few golden goblets.
I wanted to grab it and run! But then my plan would fall through. She showed me to the dining area and I sat down, it was nice and cool in here and I sank in the chair. I heard the maids whispering about me.
"She's so scantily dressed,"
"She's really short!"
"Look at her, just letting her goods all hang out…"
"What a disgusting half-breed."
My eyes rolled. Filthy dog-demons think they can just talk about anyone because they are so much better than me. At least I'm not a servant.
"Are you going to walk around like that," Sesshomaru entered the room and sat at the head of the table.
"It's too hot to wear anything more out there," I shrugged my shoulders. I could feel him glaring at me, not like I have even done anything yet. He better watch his step, I might even take those pretty little swords at his side.