"Chihiro knew it would be difficult for Inuyasha to survive on his own. So she kept an eye out for him. It would appear she wasn't the only one. Walking down a path to where Inuyasha currently resided, Chihiro had sensed someone already there.

"Lord Sesshomaru, what a pleasant surprise." I settled for a simple greeting, seeing it'd be best not to question his actions. Sesshomaru stood at the center of a clearing. Observing his surroundings.

"I see you are fairing well." -I nodded my head and continued on the task I had given myself; to leave provisions for Inuyasha. Naturally, I didn't want him to know I was helping him. So, I left things scattered like they were forgotten by travelers or scrapes from other demons. I would leave supplies barely together to task himself with teachings.

"Do you regret killing his mother?" -A harsh question with no cushion to lessen the blow.

"Of course I do. This is the least I can do. After all, I am the sole cause of all his suffering."

"You wish to repay a debt you do not owe?" His face was stoic and unmoved. A face I'm sure that mirrored my own.

"How naive of you. It is Inuyasha who owes you a great debt of gratitude. One he will never be able to repay. What has been given to him is of far greater value, than that of a simple human's life. Chihiro, what you've given him...was his life." -I couldn't believe my ears. Was he trying to justify my actions? To what cause?-

"Look around and tell me what you see." -He shifted his gaze across the clearing. following his lead, I turned to do the same. There was a small river that contributed fresh water and a variety of fish. Tall trees to provide shade and shelter. Along the ground there was vegetation for animals to eat, animals which will become prey to...to Inuyasha!-

"His mother's death was the greatest gift who could have ever given him." -I moved closer to him and gave him a heavy scowl.-

"In what world is it ever alright to take someone's life?" Sesshomaru looked up at the sky, a playful look on his face.

"Oh, such strange words to come out of an executioners mouth." -I fumed. Lord or not this man had no right to judge me.-

"And such a strange opinion coming from one demon to another. Hmm I guess that is the response you'd get from a legitimate Lord. Get others to do your dirty work for you, huh?" -While I was expecting a harsh reaction, even some conflict maybe. What I wasn't expecting was for Sesshomaru to hunch over in laughter.-

"Do I amuse you, Lord Sesshomru?" -Never did I think this demon out of all demons, would ever show such emotion. Is he ill? Perhaps that is why he has taken interest in Inuyasha. What ever the cause, this reaction is certainly startling.-

"We are very different demons, aren't we? You are ridden with emotions, passion and a will of fire. Growing brighter and stronger by the day.
Having a place everywhere you go. While this Sesshomaru is but a black sheep wandering through life, without a greater purpose." I gaped at him, eyes widening from shock.

"Lord Sesshomaru..." -His name but a whisper own my lips. There is more to him than even he knows.

"I will not justify my wrong doings. I've made my mistake, I willnot sheild myself from my punishment." Sesshomaru continued to stare off across the clearing.

"Do you remember the lesson I taught one that was directed towards that stubborn sister of yours?" -Yes, I remember that day.-

*FlashBack*

"Margret lift you sword higher, straighten your back and tighten your movement, you can't have your opponent knowing your next move!" -My father was relentlessly scolding my sister, who has made a mistake yet again.-

"Forgive me father." -Margret wasn't bad with her sword. She just didn't have any interest. She preferred reading her spells and incantations.-

"Chihiro! Show your sister how to corner your opponent."

"Hai!" -Getting into a fighting stance I readied my sword, and charged. I came at my sister from the left with my sword, swinging it upward. simultaneously turning for a kick with my left foot to her chin.-

"Very nice, well done Chihiro. Ah, you've finally arrived. Lord Sesshomaru." -I stared at our guess, whom I've never seen before. His face aloof, shoulders broad, with white was cascading down his back. He gave a short nod to my father first then turned his gaze upon my sister and I.-

"I see you are fairing well, Lady Chihiro." Chihiro's eyes widened.

"Don't be so surprised Chihiro, daddy has many friends who've never met but will always know of you." -My father smiled brightly at me. This caused Sesshomaru to glare in confusion,which made me giggle. His eyes averted back to me.-

"Do I amuse you child?" He eyed me lazily.

"It'll appear we are very different demons." -My sister growled with impatience behind me, eager to get on with our lesson.-

"Come now Margret, show some respect."

"Respect to whom? This arrogant pup. As if he's anywhere near league. Hmph! I don't think so." Margret crossed her arms and turned her head, a childish move. Her father didn't like her tantrums so he decided to teach her a lesson.

"Very well Margret. Go at it your way. If you must." Margret beamed.

"Alright sister dearest. Father said we can do this my way." -I wasn't sure what she was capable of but she was too excited to underestimte her.-

Margret's hands flashed a bright orange as she got in her fighting stance. Her hair was whipping around her.

-Something isn't right. This power feels wrong. It feels evil. I don't want to fight her like this. It's unfair I don't have my yokai to defend myself like she does.-

"Its alright Chihiro. She isn't to hurt you. You know what you have to do." -With a nod of approval, I prepared myself.

Margret came at Chihiro from all sides. Not letting up in the slightest. Pushing Chihiro back with full force. Her weapons forged in her palms. Katanas, Shurikens and Kunais alike. Margret jumped high and sent a barrage of weapons in her direction. Too many for Chihiro to fight off, she dodged.

"Calm yourself Chihiro. Think, is there any real danger here?" -I listened to my father's words and began to study my sister. Although her move are quick and numbered, they lacked in strength, the damage they caused were weak. This was good, I can use this for a counterattack. I lunged forward avoiding the power emanating out of my sister's hand. My fist balled up tight and knocked her in the face, but I didn't stop there. Next came my other fist, then my foot. I hit her with everything I had. Spinning and jumping, kicking and punching. She pulled out her sword and i pulled out mine.

"Perhaps, instead of dodging from your opponents attack, why not charge right into her fighting zone, Margret. It's very clear who is the better swordsman, but if you were to invade her fighting zone you might be able to actually land a hit. Think of it like this, while on the defense your pinned, constantly dodging and wasting energy. How do you get out of thisfeeble state? Simple, you, the prey, has to become the predator."

Margret huffed. - A weak pup like him giving me a lesson. How arrogant of him to think he can teach me anything.-

"Instead of dodging, attack. Throw your opponent off. And push them into the defense." -While my sister seemed outraged by his advice. I on the other hand decided to try it out.-

"As if I need your help." -Margret was furious. She came at me harder and I let her. Taking everything she threw at me, I let her believe she was on the offensive.-

In the midst of battle, Sesshomaru noticed the change in strength.

"At least one will learn something from this." Sesshomaru said as he turned to leave.

"Lord Sesshomaru? Where are you going the match isn't over yet. Margret may come out on top, after all your advice was sound." Sesshomaru stopped but never turned around. No matter how great her power is." -My father watched as Sesshomaru made his way to our home. I too was confused by his words. Hmm, very different indeed.-

"Well little sister, this is it. Any last words?" -I couldn't believe how naive she was being. She made this all too easy.-

"Come get me." Chihiro smiled defiantly at Margret causing her anger to swell inside her.

"You little brat! I'll make you pay!" -I dodged her first blow then countered my own, taking her by surprised. She didn't see my katana swoop underneath her, it sliced through her shoulder.-

"Aaaaah!" -I used her agony against her, grabbed hold of her shoulder and threw her on the ground. I stomped on her chest, she grabbed me by the ankles and tried to twist me off. But to no avail, I wouldnt let up. grabbing hold of her wrist I swung her off the ground over myself and onto her chest. I held her there nice and tight until she cried in pain.-

"Enough! Chihiro, you win this round. Good work. As for you, Margret...I am very disappointed in you. Dismissed!"

"Hai!" -As i got off my sister i thought to myself how Lord Sesshomaru and his advice had helped me. while it is a bit strange to charge in instead of thiking out your next move, it is effective. Although I'm sure it isn't the same for every opponent. I'll have to train and work out some strategies.-

Chihiro made her way home in need of some food. Hungry and in a hurry she didn't notice her surroundings and bumped right into someone.

"Gomen, I was looking where I was going." Chihiro was still rubbing her injured face when she heard a woman's laughter.

"Oh Chihiro your still so clumsy." Chihiro looked up only to see her mother standing before her. She smiled softly at her only child.

"How was sparring? Your father wasn't hard on you was he?" Chihiro giggled.

"He can never be hard on me mommy." The two of them laughed together."

"Yes mother, I did. A strange demon isn't he?"-My mother laughed again. I could listen to her sweet sound all day. She was so kind and radiant. I loved her very much. I'd be lost without her.-

"Oh I wouldn't say strange dear. A little dense but not strange. Mommy has to go now. I have very important work to take care of. I love you sweetheart."

"I love you too, mommy." -I watched my mother walk down the hall until she made a turn at the corner. With a smile on my face I set out on my original mission; lunch! Although when i arrived to the kitchen someone had already been there.-

"Lady Chihiro, I'm glad my advice spoke to you."

"O-oh, Yes. It did, very helpful. An odd tact for someone like you to have come up with but helpful nonetheless."

"Someone like me? Hmm? I suppose there is some truth to that." Sesshomaru gave a short bow and exited the kitchen.

"Strange demon indeed. Then again I'm not anywhere near normal either." Chihiro laughed.

*End Of Flashback*

"Those type of tactics can also be used outside of combat. Inuyasha has learned this. there is no need to coddle him or feel any type of sympathy towards him. He is all he needs to survive. If something were to-"

"Your wrong! That isn't all he needs to survive. You need love and care. To be beside friends and family. It's what gives you strength. Having something to fight for. A greater purpose...outside yourself."

Sesshomaru thought to himself for a moment.

"Our time here is done it seems. Inuyasha is already on his way back. We will continue our...discussion in due time. Live long, Lady Chihiro."

"And live grand to you, Lord Sesshomaru." -I watched him walk out of the clearing and into the shadows it was already so dark. I have to go back now or Onigumo will think something's become of me.-

Chihiro followed the path she came down home. the sky was dark and the air still. Everything seemed peacful, for the time being...

Author's Note:

I am so so so sorry to the people who actually want to read my story. I'm sure all of you know this but, life is hard. Anywhore, I'm not gonna bore you with my tragic life story but, I will tell you that I plan to update real soon. Like in two days or so lol. I thought this chapter would bring some enlightenment for later down the road. Sesshomaru actually has major part in this story. If you have any questions, I might have answers. And as for my writing style, please don't judge me. I do this, work, school and take care of my son and household and I'm only 21! So be nice!