Girl with the Wild Eye
Sakuya sat on her bed after waking from her short rest. The sun shone brightly through her white sheer curtains. 'I hope Sesshomaru didn't notice I was crying. I've only cried once around him and that was because Naraku was torturing me.' She got up and sat on her low window sill. 'I have to finish my training with Kaze and that's it. I hope that's the only reason they're here otherwise I'm screwed. I can't face my past wonderful.'
She got up and started the shower, and laughed to herself. "I'm a goddess with baggage."
"Sakuya, how do you feel?" Drac asked on the other side of the door.
"A bit better, thanks. I guess I just have to get use to some things. Sorry for worrying you."
"I'm your advisor I'm always worrying over you. Dee is about to start getting breakfast ready. I'd hurry to the kitchen if I were you. You know how she gets once she starts cooking."
"Oh damn I said I'd help her today too!" She quickly rinsed the soap off her skin and jumped out of the tub. Drying off quickly she exited the small wash room in a towel and dressed herself. Only once she had her clothes on did she notice Drac was still in the room.
"It's a bit late to be shy my dear goddess." He smirked.
"Wh-what did you see?"
"Nothing I didn't want to. I can assure you that I wouldn't sneak around like a vermin just to see your body. I'm not that underhanded, and to answer you directly. I saw your feet and your shadow."
"Anyway, I better get going before Dee kills me." The goddess sped down the stairs and into the kitchen where her friend stood. "Sorry I'm late."
Dee, though normally a kind and caring woman, yelled at the goddess. "SAKUYA! WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN YOU'RE 25 MINUTES LATE, YOU SHOULDN'T MAKE ME A PROMISE AND THEN HAVE THE NEVRE TO BE LATE!"
"I said I was sorry."
"Well sorry won't make time go backward! Now hurry and help me cook." She turned and began to chop various vegetables.
'Dee, you can be really scary sometimes.'
_-_-Kibe-_-_
The young looking demon sat in the expansive yard staring up at the sky. When Rin jumped on his back and he laughed. "Good morning, Rin. You get up early."
"Yes, I have to for my lord. What games can you show me today?"
"I'm afraid we don't have time for games right now. I heard from Es that there's big news after breakfast."
"Big news?" Kaze repeated. "What could that be?"
"No clue." The cat demon shrugged. "It's got to be interesting if he have to hear about it this early."
'Everyone, please come inside breakfast it ready.' The voice of Esamaru rang in the air.
"Yay food!"Rin, Kaze and Kibe ran towards the main house.
"Kaze," Sesshomaru walked up to him. "You'll eat that disgusting human food?"
"No, Sesshomaru we're in a house that harbors demons, goddesses and other creatures. So they must have some food for us."
They followed the crowded of new faces to a large room with a long table stretching nearly the entire thirty feet of the room. Kaze, Rin, Jaken and Sesshomaru found their places at the low table and sat down. A man with blonde hair sat at the head of the table with Dee at his side. "Enjoy the food everyone."
All around them those who lived in the house ate all the food they could reach. Kaze did the same and as did Rin. Sesshomaru merely stared at a morsel of food and glared at any that dared to reach for it until he decided to finally eat it. After that all the food was gone and the man at the head of the table stood. "I'm sure you've all heard that I have some big news for everyone but first I'd like to welcome Sesshomaru, Rin, Jaken, Ah-Un and Kaze."
"Get on with it!" Ishio glared.
"Alright then, as you know the some of the children and I fell into a rift some time ago. Anyway we went to this strange place with these beings called Soul Reapers. There was one named Ichigo that lead us to a girl. She has extraordinary powers and when we left that world she came with us. It was obvious she didn't belong in that world so here she is." A woman opened one of the doors that lead outside. She stood at five feet nine inches with black hair that reached to her mid thigh. Her chest stuck out as one of her main features and distracted many of the men in the room. One eye was covered with an eye patch while the other was colored light hazel. "Introduce yourself."
"My name is Maria, and it is best not to get involved with me. It may very well be your undoing." She spoke in a monotone voice.
"You seem to have it backwards, little girl." The red haired demon smirked.
"First of all Ishio do not assume that I am younger than you or that my statement is incorrect."
"I researched it she's over eight thousand years old." Kyo stepped into the room. "Arequin is outside he wants to see all of us."
"Is he gonna kill this little girl or what." The arrogant demon continued.
Maria walked over to him grabbed his face and sent him flying through the door and out into the yard."It truly is unwise to insult me so carelessly."
"Wow that was very impressive for a human girl." Arequin stepped into the room. "Welcome back home Maria."
"Arequin angel of death, it is an honor to see you."
"I suppose, I only came here to give our visitors the mark of the Higher Ground. I can see that Sesshomaru doesn't need it." The Tenseiga began to shake in its sheath. "I wouldn't try to strike me with that sword if I were you. Our weapons are reacting to each other it seems. Come outside I don't like small spaces like this."
"Is the angel of death claustrophobic?" Ishio taunted.
"Not in the least in the Higher Ground either we don't have ceilings or have extremely high ones. If an angel can't see the sky our feathers fall off."
"He's right." Arch assured. "And if there's one thing an angel loves it's their feathers."
"Now that we're in the open air, Kaze, Rin and Jaken step forward"
"Don't worry if he tries anything I'll protect her." Kaze reassured his lord.
They stepped toward the man who marked their foreheads with a cross. "That's all so long as you are here you cannot die. As for you Maria you belong to this world and will not be receiving the mark."
"I understand." She bowed her head slightly toward him and turned to look at the house. "Hello Itsuma."
The Blood God stood in the doorway. "How does the new girl know my name?"
"I know all your names. I cannot say why I know them."
He walked up to her and circled around the girl eyeing her with his crimson eyes. "Your just human, but an odd one, so how does a human live for eight thousand years."
"My past does not concern you, Blood God. I would advise you to keep your focus on the present."
He smirked. "Your interesting, Maria. Not to mention…"
"Not to interrupt you but I'll advise you to stay out of my mind and away from me. I do not wish to be bitten by the likes of you."
"Then," He leaned his head down to her level. "I would take my own advice and keep away from me." Keeping his devilish smirk he stood up straight. "Now then I'm going back to sleep. Waking up in the morning for a family announcement is exhausting."
"ITSUMA!" Sakuya's voice echoed as she ran towards her son and hugged him tightly. "Good morning, my beautiful boy."
"Hey," He said simply his eyes half open in annoyance. "Do you need something?"
"Nope I just wanted to hold you." She smiled brightly as she released her grip on him.
"Then I'll be going back inside, I'm really not in the mood to entertain your horrible guests a moment longer." He glanced at the small girl beside Sesshomaru. "Except Rin, she's fine."
"Why do you hate Lord Sesshomaru so much he hasn't done anything to you?"
His eyes glowed a blazing red. "ENOUGH! I'm sick of how you always bow to him despite how much of a tyrant he is! All you ever do is praise him and you know he's the last person in the dimensions that deserves it! He may not have done anything to me but he has to one of the few people I care about." He slouched his shoulders and covered his eyes, taking a few breathes he calmed down and continued. "I'm just tired. So everyone just leave me alone until I feel better."
The God trudged off still holding his hand over his eyes when Ishio came up to him. "What's wrong, that time of the month again?"
Furious he threw four bolts of lightning at the demon and made his way into the house. Kibe sat near his mother, his tail twitching. "I wish he'd calm down, I mean Ishio deserved it but he really shouldn't have yelled at you mother. Are you alright?"
The girl with black hair watched on with her single eye that drifted to Rin as she was gathering flowers that grew near the surrounding forest. "You should be careful little girl, this place will easily get one such as you killed."
The silver demon turned to the strange girl. "I'd watch my words if I were you, girl."
"I dread the very day I would ever heed the words of a worthless demon not unlike you." She spoke lazily as she glanced at the land and sky before her.
He growled at her and Kaze stepped in. "No Sesshomaru she's just a mere human girl you can't possible fight her."
"He could if he truly wants to I can assure you it will be a battle he will lose."
With a flash he summoned a poison whip and slashed it towards her. Expertly dodging the strike she stood her ground Sesshomaru sped across the short distance and began to draw Tokijin. Black blades rose up around her and drove the demon lord back. Instantly he struck Kaze. "Why did you interfere?"
"I didn't, the power I project is silver not black. That was something I've never seen before." The wind demon stared at the girl as the blades vanished into the wind. "How does a human like you acquire demonic powers like that?"
"That is not your concern." She turned and began to walk around the house.
Esamaru walked over to them. "She's really something isn't she?"
"You got that right." Kibe stood and turned to Rin with a grin. "Now we can play! I can show you the best place for miles around I just know you'll love it."
She looked up at her lord, who nodded and she squealed happily. "Where, please show me."
"Es, you and MNG want to come? It's not that far off."
"I suppose so; we'll be near the village." The sound master smiled.
MNG lifted Es onto his back. "I won't have you excreting yourself."
"If you really feel the need to MNG then fine carry me." Es sighed.
"Take care of my sister you three." Kaze smiled as they began to walk into the forest closely followed by Sesshomaru. "Lady Sakuya, shall we begin?"
"Yeah." She shrugged and faced off with the smiling demon lord.
_-_- Maria-_-_
"So how are you doing here my dear?" A man's voice coming from Maria's shadow questioned.
She sat alone at the edge of a cliff staring out to the horizon. "I am not too sure about this place. It seems everyone here is happy although I cannot say the same for myself."
"Just a bit more time, be patient. It will time for you to understand this world."
"I suppose so; perhaps it would have been better to sleep instead of waking here."
He laughed. "Maria you can't live in your dreams forever. Besides this is where you're needed. Let's make a deal. Once you've served your purpose here you may go back to slumber for as long as you wish. Is that what you want my dearest?"
"Yes father, it is." She felt her right eye throb and placed her hand over the patch the covered it. "May I ask something father?
"Anything."
"Why aren't I stronger like you? Why am I only human?"
"Only your body is human however you are still my daughter no matter what form you take. I spent years caring for you and I will continue until the day I die. That aside, are you prepared for tonight?"
"Yes, we've been more than ready since we arrived here. Itsuma will be dealt with."
"That's my girl. Now I must go but please be careful. If I must step in I will."
"I understand that fully father, be on your way now. I wish to enjoy this view a bit longer."
"As you wish my dear."
Maria's shadow shrank as she continued to look out toward the now setting sun her eye aching. "Soon, very soon, there's no need to be impatient. But you are right we should be heading back. Time here passes ever so quickly."
She began her walk back to the large house.
_-_-Kibe-_-_
The cat demon ran around a small field with tall grass. At the center he came upon a large rock that jutted up above the vegetation. He sat at the very top and waved his friends over.
"Come on if you don' hurry you're going to miss it." He bounced on his agile paws.
MNG lifted both Rin and Es on the high ledge before jumping up himself. Sesshomaru didn't seem to jump at all, one moment he was on the ground the next on the rock.
The frail cat demon coughed a bit before speaking. "I hope we aren't too late to see them."
"See who?" Rin asked turning toward Esamaru.
"These ancient creatures that Kibe likes to mess with sometimes. They're very gentle and playful spirits. Some people would call them fairies but those are different being entirely. Come to think of it I've never seen a fairy before."
"Neither have I." MNG glanced around the open space and sighed. "Don't worry we made it here in time."
The tall grass swept in the breeze and the sound of chimes filled the air. Thousands of tiny orbs fluttered up above the vegetation. The various colored circles danced and filled the air with a strange music. Kibe jumped into the air the small sprites came together and mirrored his image in lights. "Come on Rin these guys are harmless."
MNG helped Rin down from the high rock she made her way to Kibe's side. All the tiny lights gathered swirling around the two. "Everyone this is Rin, she's new here"
They twinkled, moving around her. "Hello." Rin smiled.
"Hello." The sprites mimicked and giggled. "Welcome Rin."
"So what game should we play today?" The small cat demon asked his double.
They all pulsed with light and flew high above them. "None, Kibe, you must protect these outsiders. Return home."
"Protect them from what?"
"From a hidden danger that cannot be hidden any longer, a secret you have been keeping. Go and protect your family." They vanished.
"Keeping secrets fearless leader?" MNG asked mockingly.
"It's not my secret to tell." He picked up Rin. "Let's move guys, things are going to get bad in a minute."
Esamaru picked up Rin and gave her to MNG. "Take her; I'm going to the village. Don't worry I'll only slow you guys down."
Rolling his eyes he set the girl down and transformed into a five foot tall white feline that looked like a lion without a mane. "Both of you get on."
Obeying they sat on his back as Kibe and Sesshomaru sped off into the forest. Kibe jumped gracefully from branch to branch going higher into the canopy leaving MNG to lead the demon lord back to the house. Moments later they arrived seeing Kibe speaking franticly to his mother and the others in the yard. "Everyone has to get inside now!"
"Just hold on a minute what's going on?"Bell asked.
"No time! Just go and don't come out until I say so."
Giving into her father's demands she led the majority of the others into the house leaving Sakuya, Kaze, Rin, and Sesshomaru with Kibe. "Why the rush?"
"Mother look I really can't tell you right now…" His ears pricked and he turned toward a figure stepping out of the house.
"It seems as though you've wasted quite a bit of time Kibe." Maria jumped down from the low roof. "He has awakened."
"Who are you two talking about?" Sakuya demanded to know.
"Your son." The one eyed girl stated as a door to the house opened suddenly. "Go inside."
Itsuma stepped into the moonlight and lifted his head to the sky. His dark skin glowed in the dull light the air seemed to beat in time with his heart. As he slowly opened his eyes it was obvious he wasn't himself. They glowed an eerie red as he fixed his gaze on them. Kibe twitched and crouched down. "Get inside. I'll handle him for now."
"You do realize this time is different, he will not feed once. He will come after us after he is done with you." Maria stated.
"How long can you hold him off then? It'll take me a minute to revive."
"As long as I have to, I will be his next target after you unless he gets Rin before me." They all tensed and stared at her. "That is something I won't allow. You move first, and we'll run for the house."
"I'm counting on you newbie." He ran towards his brother who seemed to vanish as he moved for the group. Grabbing his legs and tripping the Blood God he drew the attention to him as Maria and the others got inside. Nearly a second later Itsuma had drained Kibe of blood and ran for the house.
"Step away from the walls." The girl waved her hand and a barrier engulfed the house just before Itsuma collide with the door. "That won't hold for very long."
"Okay, someone explain to me what is happening to my son seeing as how everyone seems to know all about this."
Glancing at the goddess with her uncovered eye Maria spoke. "He is a Blood God, one that has not yet grown into his powers. As a result he is unable to control his thirst and therefore enters a state called bloodlust. In this state he has no control of his conscious body and drinks until his thirst is gone."
"Itsu told me he didn't go into bloodlust."
"That would mean that he lied to you." The door nearly caved in as the half vampire flung himself into the door. "We'll have to go back outside."
She moved to the other side of the dining hall when Sesshomaru spoke. "Why should we trust you human?"
"Do you value that girl's life in the least?" He growled unable to answer her. "If that is the case then by all means stay in here. I can only hold him off for so long on my own. Kibe should be able to revive and get to us before he overpowers me. Now, let's go."
Maria waved her hand once more forcing all the doors open and collapsing the shield. Darting out first she was able to dodge the claws of the Blood God. Angered he chased after her. Sakuya and the other's stepped out and watched as the girl ducked every attack.
"Will she be alright?" Kaze asked. "She's a human after all."
"She'll be fine…" Sakuya shifted her stance.
"Onii-sama, there's something odd about that girl are you sure she's human?" Rin asked.
The raven-haired girl began to run towards them, creating a gap between her and Itsuma. Tearing away the eye patch she opened her eye. The color of coal and what looked like scattered shards of gold on the dark iris. The gold shards began to spin as she halted she held her hand towards the god. "Rise and serve my will, Cerberus!"
A ring of darkness surrounded her and three figures sprang up and attacked the possessed man. The trio of fearsome black dogs feigned off Itsuma until Kibe showed up. One of the dogs grasping the Blood God's shoulder in its jaws tossed its victim into the cat demon.
"Kibe-san." Rin's eyes welled up.
"He will be alright little one." Maria comforted as the dogs came over to her. "You and I however have a problem. Itsuma's thirst has yet to be quenched. If he takes you, you will die."
"If he even thinks about touching you master we will dispatch him for you." The dogs growled.
"No, Cerberus our main priority is to protect those that visit this world at all costs. Rin mustn't come to harm. Also that wasn't ideal what you did to Kibe. Protect Rin I shall deal with Itsuma."
Without hesitation she approached the still thirsty half god as he finished with Kibe. Not surprised by her actions Itsuma steadily walked around her, as if measuring her worth. Sniffing the air he stood in front of her, moving the hair from the right side of her neck. Maria took a deep breath as his sharp canines collided and punctured her sensitive skin. She winced as her blood was slowly drained from her. It seemed like forever, everyone stood on their guard ask they drew apart.
The familiar red eyes met hers two toned eyes. "New girl…what happened?"
"Bloodlust," She fell onto him and he helped her sit on the ground. "My apologizes, you went into bloodlust not long ago."
"I didn't hurt anyone did I?" his voice shaken with concern.
"Not at all, Kibe is no worse for wear and I am only a bit lightheaded."
"I'm sorry, I didn't mean for this to happen."
The three dogs known as Cerberus came behind her and supported her by the shoulders."You needn't worry we are all safe and well now."
"Speak for yourself newbie." Kibe strode over to them as Rin came crashing into him.
"Kibe-san you're alright."
"Of course I am." He lifted her up. "They call me Kibe the Immortal for a reason, silly."
"Itsuma." Sakuya called in an angered voice. "You lied to me, I can't believe you!"
"I know-I just didn't want you to worry about me."
"That is no excuse!"
"Sakuya, all is well now. He will not have another blood lust like this one ever again." Maria took her eye patch from one of the dogs and tied it over around her neck.
"You don't know that, you're new here so I don't expect you to understand."
"Do not insult our master in such a manner." Cerberus spoke. "If she says so then you can rest assure that it is not but the truth."
"It is my ability; I am able to see the future in some ways. And Cerberus be nice."
"As you wish."
"So, where'd these things come from?" the cat demon asked setting Rin on the ground.
"This is Cerberus; they're of my servants."
"How many servants do you have?" Itsuma asked.
"Quite a few, Cerberus was my first servant. My other servants can be rather destructive when it comes to my protection."
"That is correct, if not for her order to protect young Miss. Rin we would have torn you apart and scattered your pieces to the winds."
"I don't think you'll have to worry about me ever trying to hunt you down again." the Blood God stood. "Wait here a second okay?"
"Of course." Maria let her eyes close and she relaxed. "Sesshomaru, a word of advice: it's not Itsuma's past that he hates you for but someone else. I cannot tell you anymore than that I'm afraid."
"He isn't my concern in the least." The demon responded.
"He should be." Kibe sighed. "You're number two on his hit list."
Itsuma came out of the house with a small tray of cookies and handed one to Maria."It'll help you feel better."
"Thank you." She stared at the morsel in wonder and took a small bite. "My, this is delicious."
"You've never had a cookie before?"
"Never." She took a larger bite and finished the sweet. "That was simply divine."
The half vampire grabbed the largest cookie on the plate and gave it to Rin. "Try one."
She took it and took a bite, her eyes wide and she smiled. "Thank you."
"I do feel better now. How did you know that would work? Is it magic?"
He smirked. "No, it's sugar and chocolate."
Kaze stared at the tray of sweets and smiled as he asked. "May I have one?"
"Its human food, are you sure you want it?" Kibe's ear twitched."It tastes weird to me."
"Human food never tastes right."
"Master, we believe it would be best if you rested."Cerberus interrupted the group's conversation.
"Yes you may be right."She stood and brushed herself off. "Please excuse me."
"Sure." Itsuma stared as she walked away. "Hey Maria."
"Yes?"
"I was hoping you'd get to know this world a little better before you decide to sleep."
"Did I not tell you to stay out of my thoughts?"
He sighed. "Yeah you did, but I think we deserve more of a chance than you're giving us."
"Then I will give you one more day." She turned around and smiled. "You have served your purpose, you may return." Cerberus vanished and the gold in her eye stopped spinning. Pulling up the patch she covered her odd eye she turned to the door. "Good night."
"Sweet dreams."
"Wow you really like her huh bro?" Kibe smirked as he nudged his brother.
"She's interesting; it's not what you think."
"Yeah sure it isn't. Rin come on time for bed it's late."
"Alright what will we do tomorrow Kibe-san?"
"We take Es to his village there are many young cat demons there that will like to share their games with you."
Everyone left the side yard, leaving the two demon lord behind. "You found out something, Kaze?"
"No." He beamed, earning a hit form his friend. "It's Sakuya."
"What about her?"
"She seems like a nice girl doesn't she?"
"What are you trying to say?"
"She seems happy does she not?"
"I suppose."
"Today while I was training her I felt something in her powers. She's sad, hurt and it all seems as though it comes from long ago."
"Meaning what exactly?"
"The way I see it there are only two people who could have hurt her like that: Itsuma's father or you."
"I told you I did nothing to her."
"Yes you did my lord. I know Sakuya's personality and she is very loyal to you. Does it make sense that she would simply vanish away from you without a word?"
"No, that's just what happened. That girl had the same thing happen to her."
"Maria? No you forget that others from this world came and found her. Did the same happen with Sakuya?"
"No."
"Something else must have happened then. I don't think she left you by choice. I will do my best to find out more for you my lord. In return I want you to think very hard about the day Sakuya disappeared. We might be able to find out the truth."
Kaze flew to the guest house and left his master behind.
_-_-_- Sakuya and Sesshomaru: the past.-_-_-_
Sakuya woke up to greet the dawn just in time to see Sesshomaru walking away. She shot to her feet and ran after him.
"Where are you Sesshomaru?"
"Nowhere that concerns you."
"Oh yes it does or did you forget you promised to help me get home? Everywhere you go has everything to do with me."
He stopped and stared at the girl before him. "You truly are a nuisance."
"That isn't the point! You're always quiet and cold. You never call me by my name. All you call me is 'girl'! My name is Sakuya! Sa-ku-ya! What is so hard about that?"
"Be quiet."
"Fine, just do whatever you want like it doesn't affect anyone around you." She stomped off and suddenly the ground opened up under her. Feeling weightless she then realized the true peril she was in. she sank fast into the darkness off the pit screaming on her way down.
The demon lord stood at the edge of the wide gap in the earth as Rin and Jaken came into view. "What happened, my lord?"
"Finally, you got rid of that annoying girl." Jaken smiled. "I never thought you'd throw her down a pit like that m'lord."
Sesshomaru hit the small demon twice. "She fell."
"She will be alright, won't she?"
Without a word the demon jumped into the fissure.
At the bottom he found himself surrounded by tunnels. A girl's voice echoed in the cavern. 'Sesshomaru I presume.'
"Where is she?"
'The girl who fell before you, is proving her skill to me if she can make it back to you then she has the right to inherit my powers.' The light dimmed as the opening closed. 'Do you care for her?'
"A foolish question."
'That is truly a shame. She seems to be fighting so hard because she wishes to be at your side again.'
Sakuya came into view in the tunnel in front of the silver demon, her entire appearance in shambles. "There I passed your little test…now let me out!"
'Very good you have passed my trials, however there is a slight problem. There is an earthquake coming, there isn't anything I can do to stop it. I shall give you my power to protect yourself and this man. Call my name.'
"Terra!" a woman stepped out of the stone walls of the cave and extended her hand to Sakuya. She grabbed her hand and was given the powers of the earth goddess.
The walls began to shake and shatter around them. Using her new powers she halted all the falling rubble around them and broke through to the surface. "Onee-san are you alright?"
"Yeah, wow barely made it." She huffed.
Without a word he turned and began to walk away, Sakuya ran after him. "Sesshomaru-sama," He looked as she walked at his side. "Sorry about earlier. This place is just so different from where I come from. I really just ought to be thankful you're helping me. So from now on I'll be good okay?"
She smiled brilliantly and turned back toward Rin and Jaken. "Don't worry I'll take good care of Rin and Jaken for you."
'What an odd girl she is.' He thought before walking off into the distance.
_-_-_-Maria-_-_-_
She sat in her room gazing at her large shadow on the wall.
"I am merely asking for one more day with these people."
The voice sighed. "I realize that, my dear. I'm not sure why you need one more day here but I will allow it. So tell me do you like it here?"
"I cannot say. Those who live here are strange indeed. They face peril at every turn and yet they smile and laugh as if nothing is wrong."
"They know what they must do and find a way to be happy with life as it is. Tell me more."
"Well, the one called Itsuma is very interesting as is him brother Kibe. They seem like a very happy pair."
"They both have troubled pasts you know. Suppose I know why you're so drawn to them. Be careful my dear. You know as well as I that soon things will get out of hand. Itsuma's rage, Sesshomaru's past, Sakuya's power, Daniel's hatred, and that god's evil scheming are going to come crashing down on you if you choose to stay. I can't assure your safety."
"I realize what will become of them if I choose to leave. My actions play a much larger part in this world. If need be I shall stay and fight alongside these people."
He chuckled. "My, my Maria I've never seen you with such determination before. Do as you wish and if you ever come to face an enemy that you can't handle just call me and I will protect you always."
"Thank you father." Her shadow shrank as she pulled the covers over herself and went to sleep.
_-_-_- High Ground: Arequin-_-_-_
The angel of death stood in the center of a large white room facing an elevated podium that a man dark golden hair sat behind.
"So Arequin, what news have you brought me?" He asked.
"Nothing I'm sure you do not know. More have arrived from another world, deaths in humans have increased, and our world has gone into a shifted balance yet again. Sakuya's past has caught up with her. Now it threatens to destroy us all. Also…that false god is working out some sort of plan."
"Plan? What sort of plan is it?"
"I'm afraid I don't know that yet but I can assure you that it isn't good."
The man sighed. "I see, thank you for informing me of this activity."
"Will you do something, Master?"
Smiling he answered. "I have no reason to step in so soon. The players have taken the stage and the curtain has yet to be raised. I, the secret player, has yet to act. Much as you work with timing as do I, rest assured I will not let your friends come to harm."
"I have no friends my Lord."
"I wouldn't be so sure. Now I'm sure you're anxious to get back to work. You may take your leave."
The angel vanished as the god remained in his seat smiling.
_-_-_-Higher Ground: Third God-_-_-_
"You're so useless." A dark haired man stood over a young battered woman. "To think you used to be the third most powerful god here. Oh how the mighty have fallen."
The young woman lay on the ground her bright hair stained crimson. "If you're going to kill me than just do it."
He laughed. "That's a fabulous idea, and when you die your powers will carry on with your soul until you're reborn. Perfect then I'll be left with nothing. Just because I'm a demigod doesn't mean I'm stupid." He kicked her hard in the ribs. "That's why I married you, so I can have your power. That was our deal I keep your power and you keep your life. Why else would I want something as pathetic woman as you?"
"Just kill me…Kill me, KILL ME!"
Grabbing her hair he slammed her face into the wall. "Shut up! Kill yourself if you can. I have work to do; it seems that bastard Sesshomaru weaseled his way into this world so he'll need to be taken care of." He opened the door to the room. "Don't wait up, honey."
As the door closed she screamed and cried. "I hate you!"
"Of course you do. Now first Sesshomaru and then that worthless half god." He walked down the empty hall and made his way towards a large golden gate. As he entered the world around him went dark. Searching through the darkness he saw another gate. He smirked and approached.
"Well, well, Second I had no idea that you'd be here. Of course you don't really deserve the title of second most powerful. As weak as you are, I could beat you with just my demigod powers. You shouldn't even be alive no one even knows you exist anymore. Oh well, once I deal with my little problem then I can get rid of you once and for all."
On the other side of the gate in darkness at a man with golden eyes and dark blue-black hair stood gazing at the large gate in the room. "Do you honestly think it will be that easy?"
"My plan has already been set in motion. Itsuma will never be strong enough to defeat me. As for the demon…he'll be taken care of."
"You truly are a shortsighted man. No one can stop me not even First can."
"I don't think he'll have to. There are many others that will be able to halt your scheme."
"You gods think you know everything. All of you high and mighty controlling the outcome of things, that's all, going to change." He turned and vanished into the darkness as he continued his search.
_-_-_- Sakuya and Kaze-_-_-_
Sakuya sat alone in the empty room thinking back on her time with Sesshomaru
"Hello Lady Sakuya." Kaze beamed as he entered the room.
"Oh hi. Is there anything you need?"
"No, no nothing at all, but may I ask you something?"
"Sure."
"Why are you in this room?"
"Oh, silly me, this was my old room when I first came here. And it was Itsuma's play room when he was little."
"You have some very nice memories in this place. But what I can't understand is why you're here."
"That's not important." She sighed.
"I'm sorry I didn't mean to upset you."
"It's not your fault. I've been through a lot. So Kaze, what was your life like?"
"That is a long story Lady Sakuya." He smiled. "If it were earlier I would tell you. You should be getting to sleep."
"I guess…Kaze."
"Yes?"
"Why are you with Sesshomaru?"
"He's my master simple as that my lady."
"I see." Voices began to rise outside and Sakuya jumped up. "It seems like we've got visitors."
Kaze froze. "Oh no…"
Opening the door she saw three men accompanying two women. The wind lord's smile dropped from his face.
In front of them stood the twins, Nagi and Kagi, his brother, Kizuyo, his mother, Tsuzuha and the woman of his fears, Aya.
The fearsome woman in the red kimono stepped forward. "What is this? You dare be with such a low-class woman as this my love?"
"Who the hell are you?" Sakuya's anger flared.
"I am Kaze's wife, you peasant."
"Aya, this woman is of this house and by the looks of it this girl is far from being a peasant." Tsuzuha mused. "And who are you my dear?"
"Sakuya."
"A lovely name, indeed." His brother smirked. "I knew you'd be here brother."
"Why is she here?"
"We haven't the slightest idea." Kagi sighed. "This woman insisted to be carried the entire way here."
"Show some respect for your Lord's wife!" She hollered.
Kizuyo smirked mischievously. "Kaze-sama, care explaining to us what this woman is?"
All eyes went to Kaze as he stood beside Sakuya. "She is no ordinary woman. She is a goddess of many elements. Like I, she serves Lord Sesshomaru. She is my Lady Sakuya."
"Y-your lady?" his mother stammered as she lifted her sleeve to her lips.
"So…you have chosen a wife." Nagi smiled looking relieved.
"Wait- WIFE? Kaze I barely know you I can't marry you!"
"Sakuya please, just save me. That woman scares me I can't marry her."
"No, Kaze! I don't care if she's scary, there is no way I'm marrying you!"
His eyes welled up with tears. "Please Saku-chan I need you."
Finding herself in an impossible situation with nearly no way out she did the only thing she could do at the moment: she screamed.
+AliceArianRose- I hope you liked this chapter. And sorry for taking so long my computer was going crazy but luckily I was able to get it fixed and finish this new chapter. Just so you can see what I've been up to here's a list of things that have happened. I spray painted my walls, ate too much thanks giving food, found a stray cat, hid the stray cat in my house, had midterms, got a tattoo, went to two raves, lost a costume contest, got everyone to agree to keep the cat, bought cat related produces, found out what my boyfriend got me for Christmas, lost 20 pens then bought more, had 2 band practices, found some new animes to watch, made plane reservation for home, and went to a metaphysical bookstore.