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I Don't own anything but my oc. Here is chapter 2.
Chapter 2: Ever Just the Same
Having just returned for picking herbs, I carried a large basket filled to the brim with leaves, roots, and other useful items to give to Kaede. As I was making my way back to the hut, I went through my normal scan of the area. Spiritual pressures: nothing threatening, Auras: familiar, Weather: calm, Tension: casual Scents: normal Everything was as it always is. The closer I came to the hut the easier I could distinguish everyone as who they were. Though I knew each person's face, name, aura, and sent signature, I doubted they knew my name let alone my existence.
I carefully walked within the cover of the trees towards the back of the hut keeping myself hidden. I could see Inuyasha and his group were all present and enjoying their time together. As I came to the side of the hut, I stayed within the protection of the trees and stopped to watch them.
Inuyasha and Shippo were arguing yet again. *Thud* I watched as Inuyasha hit Shippo upon his head. *Wah* Shippo started crying and complaining. *Tap tap tap tap tap* Light footsteps neared the scene. "In 5. . 4. . 3. . 2. . 1." My count down was perfect. "SIT BOY!" Kagome yelled as Inuyasha went plummeting towards the ground face first. I giggled as I watched the half breed meet the ground face first, something he definitely deserved for hurting the poor kit.
I turned towards the back of the hut to put the herbs away. Suddenly, I sensed a strong spiritual pressure as a new sent was in the air. Stopping dead in my tracks, I turned back to the clearing in front of the hut. I watched silently from the trees as another familiar presence entered the area. I watched carefully as the Lord of the Western Lands strode in with a little girl trailing him. Lord Sesshomaru stood tall, proud and stoic as always.
As he approached the hut I watched as tension grew between him and his half-brother for only a second before both kept a safe distance away from the other. Kaede meet for a short period of time with Lord Sesshomaru. I kept a close eye everything around wishing for no fights to disturb the area. Keeping my gaze towards the full-fledged dog demon, my mind set shifted.
He seemed to remind me of someone I once knew a long time ago. These memories had become very hazy though. His eyes and his stance reminded me of someone from my child hood, though I couldn't place my finger on who he reminded me of, but I knew there was someone. Lately my memories had been fading more and more.
I watched as he turned his gaze from Kaede over to my direction. I quickly sunk deeper into the woods hoping he had missed my presence. I then resumed my original chore at hand. Walking to the back of the hut, I placed the basket into one of the rooms and began to sort out the herbs into their rightful spots. Unfortunately in my reminiscing, I had not been as keen as I normally was.
A rustling noise came from the door way to the rest of the hut and a familiar voice began to talk to me. "What are you doing back here?" Inuyasha and his questions.
I sighed as I replied in a lighter voice afraid he might recognize me from long ago. "Just doing as Kaede asked. Gathering herbs and putting them where they belong. That is all." As I put the last ones away I picked up the basket and laid it by the wall. I then tilted my head slightly forward allowing my hair to flow in front of my face blocking it from Inuyasha's view.
I quickly head out of the room and as I got outside I sprinted, hiding in the trees. I peered around the base of the large tree, and could see Inuyasha scanning the nearby area for me. Seeing him turn around and head back inside I released a sigh of relief. The mutt was a dense as ever.
Noticing the day was slowly coming to an end, I decided I should head down to the stream to wash up soon. After checking that the coast was clear, I headed back to the hut. Upon entering, I ran into the friendly face of Kaede, the only person who knew of my existence within the area. I nodded to her as I grabbed a towel and turned to leave. "I picked the herbs and placed them in their rightful positions. I am going to clean up. Is there anything else you wish of me before then?" I glanced over my shoulder to see her shake her head.
I took off through the woods at a slow walking pace. I never minded helping the priestesses, but the forest seemed so calming and comfortable. I traveled off in thought. With both Inuyasha and Lord Sesshomaru with in close vicinity, I let my guard down quite a bit. I trusted both of them to keep the area safe. Traveling to the river, I sat down beside it and looked down at my reflection ever unchanging, ever just the same. Every time I saw my reflection, I didn't seem to look a day older. The water rippled gently as some of the strands of my hair slipped out from their spot tucked behind my ears and grazed the surface of the river. I stared at the flat pale brown colored strands of hair as the rested in the water.
I stood searching the area for any unwanted company. Finding it practically deserted, I disrobed and folded my kimono on to a nearby rock keeping it dry. I then slid into the water enjoying its feeling on my skin. I quickly dived under and resurfaced. Finally having all the dirt washed away, I pulled myself out of the water and dried off. As I redressed, I pulled the liquid topaz gem that hung on a silver chain around my neck and made sure it was safely tucked with in my kimono top hidden from the sight and harm. I could not remember why I wore it or what it was for, but I knew I could not remove it.
Scooping up the rest of my articles into my arms, I began walking back to the hut. After a few steps, I felt energy with in me begging to be used. It burned to be wasted. The desire to use this energy grew with in me. It had been a long time since I had actually used much of this unique energy. Carefully scanning the area, I took off at a dead run. Only this run was not what you would expect to see from a young woman who looked to be only around the age of seventeen or eighteen and of an average build, height and muscle tone. This run was fit for a demoness. It was strong, graceful and natural. I sped through many clearings in a matter of seconds. As I neared the hut again, I slowed my speed to match that of my appearance.
I hung the towel up to dry and watched from the woods as everyone ate dinner and readied themselves for sleep. I walked a complete circle around the area for safeties sake. As all seemed calm, I found a nice tree near the back of Kaede's hut and curled up at its base waiting for the sun to rise and morn to come, signaling another day come and gone, each day just the same as the one before.
As always, please review. Any an all are welcome. I have been thinking about alternating the story between my character and Sesshomaru from chapter to chapter, let me know what you think of that idea.
Edme