Chapter 4: How many more days?
"Lord Sesshomaru-sama! "Rin sang as she skipped out from behind the bushes to join Sesshomaru and Jaken. Rin looked at the imp confused.

"Master Jaken, when did you get back? "Rin asked. Jaken crossed his arms and glared.

"Long enough ago. "He grumbled then looked around.

"Where's that other human? Did you perhaps... lose track of her? "Jaken suggested with hope in his voice.

"Your not that lucky Jaken. "Zoey groaned as she stepped out of the bushes that Rin had just come from. Sesshomaru took the moment to notice the terrible sleepy posture, her half closed eyes, and clothes that already had plenty of dirt stains on them.

"Dammit. "Jaken grumbled. Zoey got a nice smile.

"Finally, napy noo time. "She mumbled and just plopped onto the ground for a good rest.

"We are leaving. "Sesshomaru said then turned around to walk away. Zoey sat up and looked confused.

"B-but! "

"No butts. You should have had plenty of time to rest last night. "Jaken snapped. Zoey glared. It might of been morning, but Zoey hadn't gotten any sleep lately. Half of last night she was lost and the other half she was lost with Rin.

"Can we please take like a five minute break? "Zoey practically begged.

"What is it with you humans and your need for breaks! You waste to much time. "Jaken hissed. But on the inside the toad was thankful that the two girls had delayed the travels. He probably would of never caught up if they kept going.

"So..is that a no? "Zoey asked. Nobody answered. They just kept walking. Zoey took that as a 'duh' and she let out a huge sigh. She stood up and walked after them. Her legs felt like they were about to fall off. And she was worried about just randomly falling asleep. Suddenly, the demon Ah Un caught her eye. She smirked and jumped next to the two headed beast.

"Hey Ah Un, did I ever tell you that you're my best friend? "She asked, buttering the demon up for a lift. One of Ah Un's heads looked at her as the other totally ignored the human. It read her sleep eyes and gave a simple nod. Zoey got a big smile as she jumped onto the demon and leaned back on one of it's long necks. Sesshomaru glanced back as the girl closed her eyes with a dreamy smile.

Within a few seconds her breathing told him that she was out for the count. Jaken looked up at her on Ah Un then sighed.

"Lord Sesshomaru, how long will she be traveling with us? She can't even handle on day. "Jaken mumbled.

"No more then a month. The only reason this Sesshomaru allows her to travel with us now is her pride is at stake with that bet she made. It would some what pleasure this Sesshomaru to see Inuyasha's wench beaten. "Sesshomaru said.

"Well Rin likes Zoey-chan. Rin hopes she will stay for longer then a month. "Rin joined in.

"Ha! As if Lord Sesshomaru-sama would let that wench follow us around for any more then a month! I'm personally hoping that some demon will come and eat her by then. Besides look at her, she's filthy! "Jaken glanced at the sleeping Zoey with a bit of a disgusted look. Sesshomaru gave a little look back and saw the dirt that was already staining Zoey.

"It's not her fault she keeps tripping! "Rin pointed out.

"And it's only been one day and she's already sleeping on Ah Un's back! "Jaken said.

"Put she didn't sleep at all last night! And she hasn't eaten since before we met her! "Rin added. Jaken raised an eyebrow.

"You two did not find food? "He questioned. Rin nodded.

"Well we did but it was only enough for one so Zoey-chan let Rin have it. You see Lord Sesshomaru-sama, she's very kind! And she's funny! "Rin tried to sell Zoey to the two demons as if she was a door to door salesman. Sesshomaru didn't respond but kept listening to the two.

"All I can say, Rin, is you better treasure the time you have because soon she will be gone. Hmpf, she'll probably just be a burden anyway. "Jaken grumbled. Suddenly a rock flew in Jaken's direction. The imp didn't realize it till the hard shell made contact with his green head.

"Yow! "He cried, and looked at Sesshomaru.

"Did this Jaken say something wrong, Lord Sesshomaru? "Jaken mumbled.

"This Sesshomaru did not throw the rock... "Sesshomaru said.

"I did. "

Rin and Jaken looked over at Zoey, still sitting on Ah Un. She had her arms crossed and her eyes open. Though from a distance you would think they were closed from the very sharp glare Zoey gave Jaken.

"And trust me, I will not be a burden. "She said with a bit of bitterness in her voice. Jaken glared back at her then looked forward.

"Oh and I'm so sorry for being 'filthy'. But maybe if some one's stupid staff wasn't in my foot's way all the time... "Zoey began the battle.

"Human, you do not need my staff's help for you to trip! "Jaken spat. Zoey jumped off Ah Un and stomped towards Jaken.

"This time I'll make sure that I hit you all the way to Antarctica! "She snapped and went to grab Jaken's staff. She successfully grabbed it and kicked Jaken into the air again. But this time when she went to swing she felt something holding the staff back. Jaken just fell back onto the ground as Zoey turned around to see Sesshomaru tightly clutching the staff and stopping her from beating the crap out of Jaken.

"Okay, where did you come from? "She sighed. Sesshomaru glared at her and pulled the staff completely out of her hands.

"If you truly wish not to be a burden then perhaps you should start with controlling your temper. "He said to her in an uncaring tone. Zoey glared at him. His face held absolutely no emotion. No understanding, no kindness, just a blank expression. But somehow that was enough. That face made Zoey get the point.

"Whatever... "She mumbled and turned around to continue walking. Sesshomaru threw the staff onto Jaken who was still on the ground. Rin got a frown as Zoey crossed her arms.

"So that's what they think? I'm just going to be a burden? Nothing more then a spoiled brat. Well... "

"Ahem. "Sesshomaru coughed. Zoey stopped walking and looked back at the demon.

"It is not your place to walk ahead of this Sesshomaru. "He said. Zoey starred at him for a few seconds. Finally she took a step back.

"Of course... "She mumbled.

"I will prove them wrong. "


For a while they just walked. Nothing really happened. Zoey was still sleepy but didn't dare fall back asleep so they could talk about her again. And she acted as if she wasn't tired or starving just so Jaken would have nothing to use against her. Instead she walked, always making sure to be behind Sesshomaru and show "respect" as her feet became more and more worn out.

But finally luck gave her a chance as Sesshomaru stopped.

"Why have we stopped milord? "Jaken asked. Sesshomaru gave the air a quick sniff.

"There is a spring up ahead... Rin, Zoey go bathe. "He ordered. Zoey raised an eyebrow.

"Yes Lord Sesshomaru-sama. "Rin said happily then grabbed Zoey's hand.

"Come on Zoey-chan! Let's go! "She said.

"Hold on a second. When he says spring does he mean a heated tub or a pond? "Zoey asked.

"The pond. "

"As in one that's outside and probably filled with leeches, fish, and gunk? "Zoey added. Jaken smirked.

"Yes, that exact same kind of pond. Why, is there a problem with that? "He asked. Zoey glared at him.

"No! Of course not! "She snapped then walked over to Sesshomaru, pulling Rin with her.

"Where exactly is this spring? "She asked, trying to hold the anger back in her voice. Sesshomaru looked away from her. He began walking and Zoey got a sweat drop.

"Is he going to tell us? "She mumbled.

"Silly, we are suppose to follow Lord Sesshomaru-sama! "Rin gigled. Zoey got an 'oh' look. She ignored all the little comments that came out of Jaken's mouth as she walked forward, still dragging Rin along. Sesshomaru finally stopped by a nice wall of trees.

"The spring is beyond these trees. Do not take to long. Jaken, let's go. "He said and walked the opposite direction.

"Hey, where are you going? "Zoey asked. Sesshomaru didn't answer but naturally, Jaken did.

"It is none of your business human. Do not come looking for us, we will be back. "Jaken said as the two walked off. Zoey sighed. Really she was a bit relieved that the two didn't stay. At least they gave her and Rin some privacy. Zoey gulped, she still didn't like the idea of bathing in the open.

"Well I guess we should hurry up so we can be ready when they come back, "She gave the best excuse she could for wanting to speed this up.

Meanwhile Sesshomaru and Jaken walked along. Sesshomaru eventually stopped.

"We will travel no further, "He said. Jaken nodded.

"I suspected as much. Those two are sitting ducks. Going too far would be like serving them on silver platters to hungry demons. Though I would not mind our group lacking a certain red human... "The imp grumbled. Sesshomaru remained silent.

"But I must admit, I am impressed that she has lasted this long. But considering no demons have attacked her, we can not give her that much credit. "He Jaken added. Sesshomaru gave the slightest nod.

"Surprising though... I suspected she would of had a demon attack her by now. Her scent would be appealing to most demons... appealing enough for them to want to make a meal out of her. But it seems she has a most incredible luck in that department. "

Zoey looked around from her spot in the water. Rin was splashing around and enjoying life. Zoey would of been too if she wasn't so freaked out by the fact she was bathing in a place where any person could just walk by. Plus the water was pretty cold and slimy. She noticed a thing of god-knows-what float past her. Her face twisted.

"And this is suppose to make me clean how? "

She looked over at her clothes neatly folded up on the side of the "spring".

"Crap, why didn't I bring extra clothes or something. A skirt and shirt is just no going to cut it. Not to mention fall is on it's way. "

She sighed. They would have to last for the next month. She wondered if Kagome considered a month 30 or 31 days. One day could make all the difference. But she didn't know when she would be able to ask Kagome. And what if a month passed and she didn't know? How do people keep track of the days around here? She'd almost lost count already. And if she did know the month was over, would Sesshomaru take her back to the well, or at least back to Kagome?

"Rin, "Zoey said. Rin looked over at her.

"How often do you guys usually see Kagome and her friends? "Zoey asked. Rin thought for a moment the shrugged.

"Not often. Master Jaken and Rin don't see them as much as Lord Sesshomaru-sama does. "She answered. Zoey frowned.

"Well, if I wanted to see them would that mean I'd have to pretty much stalk Sesshomaru wherever he goes? "Zoey asked. Rin nodded.

"You think he would consider that a burden? "The teen said with hope. Rin giggled.

"I do. But you don't really care about that, do you Zoey-chan? "Rin asked. Zoey frowned and sighed.

"Unfortunately, I do... "She mumbled and looked down. Suddenly and idea popped into her mind as she looked up.

"I know I'll just callHigurashi!"She said and swam over to where her clothes and backpack were. Rin got a confused look.

"You are going to call Kagome-chan? Do you think she will hear you? "Rin questioned. Zoey giggled as she opened her backpack and pulled out her cell phone.

"Not that kind of call. "She said.

"Crap... I should of charged it. It's about to die. I better make this quick. "She mumbled and pressed some buttons.

"It's about to die? That's terrible! "Rin exclaimed. Zoey finally pressed 'send' and put the phone to her ear. She was glad she saved Kagome's cell number into her phone. It was always fun to drop by with a pre-game taunting or prank phone call every once in a while.

"Moshi moshi? "Kagome's voice whispered on the other line. Zoey raised an eyebrow.

"Why are you whispering, Higurashi? "Zoey asked.

"Zoey? Ug you idiot, I'm in school! What do you want? "Kagome grumbled. Zoey glared.

"In school? You mean your in our world? "She almost yelled.

"Well duh, it is a Monday after all. "Kagome said.

"Why were you on my case when you can't even last a month here? "Zoey hissed.

"Hey, I've lasted much longer then a month there so be quiet. By the way, everyone thinks your missing and your family has the police looking for you. "Kagome said with a bit of humor in her voice. Zoey got wide eyes.

"Are you serious? "

She heard a 'ah hm. ' form Kagome. Zoey sighed.

"Okay Higurashi. I know we're far from friends but could you please give me a little help here? I don't care what you say just please calm things down. "Zoey asked with hope. She heard Kagome bust out laughing on the other line.

"Yeah, funny. Oh, my teacher is coming. I gotta go, have fun in the Feudal Era! "Kagome said then there was a click. Zoey glared at the phone and let out an aggravated sigh.

"Dude she gets on my nerves so much! "She yelled.

"Dammit, I didn't even get to ask her if this month was 31 or 30 days long... "Zoey lowly added. She closed her phone and placed it back in her backpack.

"Is something wrong, Zoey-chan? "Rin came up next to her. Zoey shook her head.

"No, my host family is just really worried about me. And something tells me Kagome isn't going to go out of her way to help me... "Zoey sighed. Rin tilted her head with confusion.

"Why don't you and Kagome-chan like each other? "Rin asked sweetly. Zoey shrugged.

"I guess it's just because we go to rival schools. We both have a strong school spirit and so any chances of friendship were doomed the moment we found out what school the other went to. And then we would just start shooting insults and comments back and forth. Eventually, it evolved into us hating each other's guts. " Zoey explained. Rin frowned.

"That's not very good. Rin think Kagome and Zoey would get along if you two just forgot about 'schools' . "Rin said. Zoey nodded.

"Yeah, but man you should of seen us at the School Debate Competition. We were against each other and dude, it was very intense. "Zoey laughed. Of course Zoey won the debate in the end, arguing was something she was very skilled with.

"Rin can believe that. "Rin giggled. Her giggle made Zoey smile. She looked down at the sweet little girl when a question popped into her mind.

"Rin, why do you travel with Sesshomaru and Jaken? I mean your so nice and they are so...not nice. "Zoey struggled for the right words. Rin's smile fell a little.

"Rin use to live with Mother, Father, and Big Brother. But then the bandits came and killed everyone. Rin lived in the village, but they didn't like Rin. One day, Rin found Lord Sesshomaru-sama injured in the forest. He told Rin to stay away from him but Rin kept trying to help. Then the wolves came and attacked Rin's village. "Rin said. Zoey raised an eyebrow.

"The wolves killed Rin, but Sesshomaru-sama came and brought Rin back to life! "Rin said with a happier tone. Zoey looked surprised.

"Eh? "

"Rin does not know how, but Lord Sesshomaru-sama has the ability to bring people back to life! And since then, Lord Sesshomaru-sama has taken care of Rin. "Rin added. Zoey looked down as this information sunk in.

"But Sesshomaru seems so... heartless. He doesn't seem like the kind of demon that would bring someone back to life. "She mumbled.

"Lord Sesshomaru-sama doesn't bring everyone back to life. Only people that he cares about. "Rin said with a smile. Zoey glanced at her.

" 'Sesshomaru' plus 'care' equals confusion. Maybe he just told that to Rin to fool her. But Sesshomaru doesn't seem like the kind of person who would lie...he's to into that 'honor' crap. "

"Rin? Wench? Are you two done yet? "Jaken's squeaky voice suddenly called.

"We're coming Master Jaken! "Rin yelled back happily and jumped out of the water. She quickly slipped into her kimono and tied her mini obi as she ran. Zoey stood there in the water dumbly for a few moments then finally realized they were about to leave her behind.

"Oh... wait up guys! "She quickly jumped out, threw on her clothes, and ran towards them. Well she kinda hopped instead since she had to put her shoes on as she tried to catch up. Finally she reached the group.

"Your to slow. "Jaken mumbled. Zoey glared at him then shook her head.

"Don't slap him... don't slap him... just scribble all over his face with permeant marker when he falls asleep... hehehe.. That'll be great... "


Zoey's mood changed drastically as she sat on Ah Un while eating a juicy applewith Rin sitting next to her.They found an Apple Tree a little ways back and Zoey made sure to fill her backpack with fruit. And Zoey had to admit, it felt good to be clean again.

"Lord Sesshomaru-sama, is there any certain place we are going to patrol? "Jaken asked as he walked a bit behind Sesshomaru.

"The Northern parts of my lands. "Sesshomaru answer. Zoey looked at him, but only moved her eyes so her starring wouldn't be to noticeable.

"His lands... it's like he's a king or something. He does look kinda noble. "

Zoey studied his shinny silver hair. It was really the only thing she could see since his back was to her. His hair and that Fluffy thing he kept around his shoulder. Now that was weird but for some reason Zoey felt drawn to it. She wondered what it exactly was.

A gush of wind blew and something Zoey realized made her gasp. Sesshomaru's left sleeve just flapped in the wind freely from the shoulder down. It was then that Zoey realized Sesshomaru was missing an arm. She tried to hide the shock on her face.

"Rin said something about him being an excellent fighter... maybe he lost that arm in a battle... "

She looked at Sesshomaru's hip where his two swords hung.

"That actually doesn't make sense... why does Sesshomaru have two swords when he only has one arm? "

"Human, I know you are starring at me. "Sesshomaru suddenly said. Zoey looked surprised.

"Well, aren't you special? Mind if I run a question past you? "She said. Sesshomaru didn't answered. It wasn't a 'yes' but it definitely wasn't a 'no' either.

"Why do you have two swords when you only have one arm? Is one a backup or something? "She asked. Jaken and Rin looked at each other. She had brought up a swore subject when she mentioned his missing arm. Zoey looked at Sesshomaru and almost gave up on an answer. But finally he spoke.

"The swords serve different purposes. "He said. Zoey raised an eyebrow.

"What do you mean? In the end don't all swords just chop things? "She said sarcastically. She could tell Sesshomaru didn't appreciate nor agree with that comment since he kept walking, now giving her the cold shoulder/ back. When Zoey realized this she sighed.

She looked up at the sky. It was a bright orange. Soon it would be dark and they might be stopping for the night. She looked down at the apple still in her hand with a few bite marks. She wanted to ask if they were going to travel through the whole night but something told her that would just set Jaken up for an insult.

"Lord Sesshomaru-sama, are we going to stop tonight? "Rin asked, much to Zoey's relief.

"Yes, but not for hours. "He answered. Rin smiled and looked at Zoey.

"At least we'll get to sleep tonight... "She whispered. Rin giggled. Zoey was glad they would stop. Sleep sounded like a gift from the heavens above.

"Don't expect much sleep, we are waking up early tomorrow. "Jaken added. Zoey glared at him.

"Leave it to Jaken to rain all over a parade."

Those hours that Sesshomaru promised passed as it became darker and darker. Eventually Sesshomaru stopped walking in a little clearing.

"We will camp here. "He said. Jaken quickly scurried around to find wood for a fire as Ah Un laid down. Zoey and Rin jumped off the demon, giving it's back a break.

"Thanks a bunch Ah Un. "Zoey said then noticed Sesshomaru walking off... again.

"Now where is he going? "She mumbled.

"Most nights Lord Sesshomaru-sama just wanders around. "Rin said.

"Doesn't he get tired? "Zoey asked. Rin shook her head.

"That's weird, oh well... Hey Jaken! Hurry up with that fire! "Zoey said when she felt a little breeze. Sesshomaru had already disappeared as Zoey took a seat against a tree. Jaken glared at her and purposely stacked the twigs for the fire as far away from Zoey as possible.

Zoey noticed this but it didn't bug her to much. She didn't mind being a little cold so she didn't need to feel the fire's warmth. She liked to stare at the fire and watch it dance. She watched confused as Jaken held his staff over the pile of wood. Her eyes widened when she saw a flame fly out of one of the head's mouth and set the wood on fire.

"So that's what that staff does. "She mumbled. Jaken rolled his eyes. He took a seat close to the fire next to Rin as Zoey sat by her tree. She watched the fire for a few minutes, thinking about random things. Finally one thought brought a question across her mind.

"Jaken, how did Sesshomaru lose his arm? "She asked. Jaken looked over at her then back down at the fire.

"Not that it's any of your business but Lord Sesshomaru lost his arm in a battle with Inuyasha. "Jaken answered. Zoey nodded.

"I figured it was something like that. What did Sesshomaru mean when he said his swords had different purposes? "She asked another question.

"Why are you asking me these things? "Jaken spat.

"Because whenever I ask Sesshomaru he doesn't answer me! "Zoey snapped back. Jaken sighed.

"If you must know, Lord Sesshomaru possess the swords Tokijin and Tenseiga. The Tokijin is a powerful sword of evil that Lord Sesshomaru had crafted for himself. Tenseiga is a sword that Lord Sesshomaru inherited from his father. "Jaken explained.

"What's the difference between the two swords other then the fact ones evil and ones from his father? "Zoey questioned.

"Tenseiga has the ability to bring revive humans and demons. That is how Rin is with us today. "Jaken said. Zoey nodded and looked back down at the fire. Again with that revive people stuff. Could a sword really possess that kind of ability?

She leaned back on the tree and closed her eyes. Sleep immediately began to take over her.

"I've been here for three days now... only 27 days left... or is it 28? Oh crap, I hate Kagome... "


Yeah I know, not the best ending. But I wanted to get this posted so review! This chapter was manly just finishing the introduction phase. You know for the characters to get to know eachother more and blah blah blah. Next chapter will have more action, plot, and maybe a hint of romance. MAYBE. Lol anyway, here's my response to your beautiful reviews!


pixie princess: lol don't worry I have plenty of faith in this story and it's going to be a long one. I'm just pretty slow at updating :) Which is weird since I use to update like two times a day.
Chibi Inuyasha Lover 4ever: aw yeah, poor her. Being trapped in a different world with Sesshomaru.. (sarcasm) lol thanks for the review! Sorry for the late update.

IeatChicken: lol yeah that was one of my favorite parts to. Lol

molly-mouse616: Well which character do you want me to use? I might have to change it a tad bit so it would fit into the story.