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Okay, this is slight AU to Inuyasha, and totally AU after Harry's 5th year.
I sighed as I entered the class room. I was going to a private magical high school. Right now I was in English, that way I could learn Japanese when the others learned English. As soon as I entered, I noticed Kagome, my cousin, was also in this class. I was forced to go up to the front, and introduce myself, in English and Japanese.
"Hello, I'm Harry Higurashi, I'm from London. Hello, I'm Hari Higurashi, and I'm from London." I rubbed the back of my neck. "I like to paint, and go for runs. Please take care of me! I like to paint, and go for runs. Please take care of me!" I said softly, with a bow.
"Sit beside your cousin." A few hours later, I laid my head down as everyone else was eating. My mind went back to the day after I'd gotten here.
~FLASH BACK~
When I went downstairs the next morning, Kagome was talking softly with the man from yesterday. He was playing with the cat as Kagome cooked. From the sounds of it, she was telling him what he was to do while we were at school. Kagome wore a yellow themed uniform. Mine was the same, but for boys (Similar to the ones from Inuyasha: Secret of the Cursed Mask). She was taking care in making three bento boxes. The man looked up at me.
"Feh, the kid's awake, Kagome." I twitched, glaring.
"Do you want another burn like yesterday, mutt?" He growled back, but I just grabbed a glass for water. "Ne, Kagome-san, who is he anyways?"
"His name is Inuyasha. How are you feeling this morning?" She placed a box before me.
"Better. I'm sorry I lashed out last night."
"It's fine. Mama explained what you are. I didn't know good wizards were around."
"Yes, well, just like there are good demons, yeah? It's like this, for every good, there is a bad, for every bad there is a good. Yin and yang, I believe that's what it is called."
"Like How there's both light and darkness?"
"Exactly."
"What do you want for breakfast then?"
"I'm fine. I'm not hungry."
~END FLASH BACK~
"Kagome, why didn't you tell us you had such a cutie for a cousin?" I opened my eyes a fraction to see Kagome talking to three girls. The girls were staring at me, causing me to shiver slightly.
"I only heard of him last night, when he moved in." Her eyes brightened, "mama says I get to take him shopping today!" I perked up, grinning.
"Did you say shopping?" They blinked in surprise. "I love to shop!"
"Really? That's new." I giggled at the short brown haired girl's words.
"Hon, I am unlike anyone you know. I could help you get a date in one day with my fashion sense."
"Really?" Their eyes brightened, "then help Kagome get a boyfriend!"
"Um...I thought I got those vibes from Inuyasha?" Their faces darkened, as they turned on their friend.
"You're still seeing that jerk?"
"He isn't that bad anymore, guys. Anyways, Hari-chan, this is Yuka-chan, Eri-chan, and Ayumi-chan."
"Nice to meet you ladies. Hey, Kagome, can you wait for me after school? I have different afternoon classes from you." She nodded, and I left the room, barely making it to my magic class on time.
"Ah, Higurashi-san, welcome. This is charms. Will you answer questions as I place together a quick test for you?" I hesitated before nodding, hoping my cover-up held. A girl was the first to ask.
"Are you related to the Higurashi's?" I nodded, smiling slightly.
"My father was a cousin. Ojii-san was kind enough to allow me on the shrine when my mama's side was deemed unable to care for me." They all stiffened.
"Magic haters?" A boy whispered, eyes sad. I noticed instantly that the left was milky.
"Yes."
"Where are you from?" Another boy asked.
"Hogwarts."
"What's your favorite class?"
"Defense Against the Dark Arts and Charms."
"What's your most powerful spell?" I swallowed thickly.
"The Patronus Charm." The teacher looked up sharply.
"Will you demonstrate?" I nodded.
"Expecto Patronum!" I stared in shock as not a stag, but a wolf burst out. It looked around before facing me curiously. It was a fox with nine tails. "It's changed..."
"You've went through a hardship, haven't you?" A girl whispered.
"Mooney saved me from my relatives. My friends told him that I hadn't wrote in two weeks and they were worried."
"This Mooney person, he's a werewolf, isn't he? He must see you as a cub."
"He does, but England won't allow him to house me. Even as a wolf, he would never hurt me."
"Yes, well, most British folk are idiots, Ne?" A girl sneered. I flinched, and the teacher scolded her.
"Here you are Higurashi-san. Tomorrow I would like you to show me all those spells." I nodded, and the next three classes passed in the same way. Finally, the day ended. Kagome waited patiently for me.
By the time we got back to the Shrine, it was late. I went to bed, without food, again. I wondered if Kagome noticed. I hope not, but hopefully she'll think it was nerves of being in a new place. I didn't want her to realize I was anorexic on top of being abused. My mind healer already was trying to help me correct it.
I placed my clothes away as Hedwig returned with letters.
Dear Harry,
Oh Harry, I read the paper! That woman
is horrible! I'm glad you're okay, though.
I've included a paper-back copy on the
words you had me look up. Its such an
interesting read! Also, I'm glad the new
family is so accepting of you. I wish you
weren't so sad though. How are your
mind-healing appointments? Have you
had one yet? Ron and I are doing good,
Remus is going stir crazy. I think he's
going to go see you soon.
Lots of Love,
Hermione
I felt a smile form slowly. Just like Hermione. I opened Ron's letter next.
Hey Harry!
Mione and I spent two hours looking in
the Library for that book! Then we
ended up finding it in the restricted
section! Anyways, mate, we miss you.
It's going to be a boring year, but I'm
glad you're settling in. So's mum and
dad. Ginny and the twins said they
want a letter too. Also, mum had me
add in a batch of her homemade fudge.
I can't wait to come visit, or vice versa.
Your mate,
Ron.
I snickered, opening the book first.
Uncovering Feudal Japan: All you can know about Demons and Humans
BY: Hojo, Yosai
I hesitated before deciding it could wait until tomorrow. I opened the fudge, hesitating. I knew I could eat it. It would be rude not to eat it. It was chocolate too. Something that I needed right now. So I took a bite. Then another, and a third, and finally I just ate the whole box. For once I didn't feel like I'd stolen it.
I groaned as I finished my homework the next day. Kagome had disappeared, but thankfully, I knew my way around the city, since it was easier then an old castle. I also had a map. I put away my school work, and pulled out the book Hermione had sent.
CHAPTER ONE: MYTHS AND TRUTHS
There are a wide variety of yōkai. In general, yōkai is a broad term, and can be used to encompass virtually all monsters and supernatural beings, even including creatures from European decent. Many animals are thought to have magical qualities. Most of these are henge (変化?), which are shapeshifters (o-bake, bake-mono[3]) that often appear in human form, mostly women. Some of the better known animal yōkai include the following:
Tanuki (raccoon dogs)
Kitsune (foxes)
Hebi (snakes)
Mujina (badgers)
Ōkami (wolves)
Bakeneko (cats)
Tsuchigumo and jorōgumo (spiders)
Inugami (dogs).
One of the most well known is the Oni, which is a sort of mountain-dwelling ogre, usually depicted with red, blue, brown or black skin, two horns on its head, a wide mouth filled with fangs, and wearing nothing but a tiger skin loincloth. It often carries an iron kanabo or a giant sword. Oni are mostly depicted as evil, but can occasionally be the embodiment of an ambivalent natural force. They are, like many obake, associated with the direction northeast. A goblin from Japanese mythology that has several supernatural powers and skills in martial arts, the tengu were originally extremely dangerous demons and enemies of Buddhism, but over centuries, their behavior changed from a spirits of the damned to active defenders of Dharma.
These are just the common ones. Things, such as the animal shifters, are known to be hesitant to humans. A few have taken human mates. There are also people who possess powers that can destroy these creatures. They are called Monks, Priests, and Priestesses. The Priestesses are commonly known as a Miko, or Shrine Maiden. They protect what they can from demons who seek to harm.
Over five hundred years ago, a priestess named Kagome, fought against a yōkai named Naraku. The demon was after what was known as the Shikon no tama, or the Jewel of Four Souls. It granted the heart's deepest desire. Somehow, it was shattered and spread throughout feudal Japan. The Miko was joined by a half-yōkai, or Hanyou, named Inuyasha, a fox yōkai named Shippo, a young yōkai slayer named Songo, Songo's partner a two-tail cat yōkai name Kirara, and a monk named Miroku on her travels. Inuyasha's full yōkai half brother, Sesshomaru, a Ōkami named Koga, and a few other friends helped defeat Naraku once and for all. They continued to travel after a year break, and protect those that they could.
I closed my book as Sota opened my door. "Hi, Sota, what's up?"
"Mama says it's time for your appointment?" Glancing at the clock, I nodded.
"Tell her I said thanks for the reminder." With that, I got ready to go. I quickly changed into a black shirt with different colors splashed on it saying 'Express yourself' in white cursive, black skinny jeans, and grabbed my boots out of my closet to put on when I got downstairs. This was going to be a long day.
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