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Here you go! I'll be sending the second chapter quickly too! Sorry for the grammar errors. I "scanned" proof read this chapter. Lol

Birth of a Monster Part 2

"Wow!" Kagome whispered digesting Inuyasha's story. She paused in mid thought before turning towards another idea. 'Mates'. She thought concerned. "I thought finding a mate was voluntary." She voiced before turning her eyes upward at his thoughtful face. Worry began to build in her as she thought about her Lord, not having a say so in who he would choose as his mate. She reflexively hugged her demon lord closer to her naked form slightly afraid now.

"Well its half and half really." He explained not really all that sure himself since he was a half demon. "Our instincts pick our mates at any given time which are a blessing and yes can sometimes backfire." He tried to explain feeling a little frustrated in himself for not being able to clearly articulate the situation. He lifted his other arm to place behind his head as he continued to stare into the stars of the small overhead window. "In Naraku's case, instantly his demon chose for him. But, as you know back then a demon and a human relationship was against the law and punishable by death on both sides."

Kagome gasped sitting up a little yet to really look at him. She looked to him with wide eyes, really looking at him. 'But you're half and half…' She thought watching as he watched her knowingly where her train of thought was going. Inuyasha looked away not wanting to go down that road of anguish. She bit her lip as questions about Inuyasha's heritage bring forth. However, he had a story to tell. Swallowing her tongue she laid back down hugging him even tighter listening as he continued on telling the story.

Time passed by and so with the seasons. The Demon and Human War burned strong affecting everyone and everything in its wake. The lands were becoming barren, resources ravished, people were starving and battle fatigued, and disease was on the rise with medicine and clean supplies far and in between. Instead of one side becoming victor, both was losing the war from within their own foundations.

Lord Naraku looked about over the horizon with the red sun rising high into the morning sky shining upon the devastation and ruin of another village. How he use to revel in such destruction and yet as of late, his view point had turned to that of indifference. A gentle hand squeezed his middle in attention. He pulled the reigns of his horse enjoying the feel of soft hands holding onto him, reminding him of the reason why he looked which such indifference behind his new outlook on life and war.

He placed his hand on top of her own in acknowledgement before kicking his steed and moving forward hiding their aura. As they moved they were wary of anyone around from neighboring villages and armies being sure to avoid them till they made it safe to their destination. Concealing their relationship had becoming increasingly dangerous especially now that Midoriko became a marked woman.

She would make excuses to the monks to sneak away to be with Naraku in his castle where she spent many nights being reminded that above all things she was woman and the Kami's blessed her dearly with a mate she could grow with and teach him that the world isn't all that bad. Midoriko giggled a bit at how he spent some of those nights trying his best to corrupt her only to fail somewhat. She did gain much of an attitude she'd noticed.

They had been coming to his castle where at first she was given odd and glaring stares by the demons that worked for the Lord. She was shocked to even know he was once but found it believable given his totalitarian nature. She'd admit it was very uncomfortable but she didn't shy away. Instead she made an effort to show that she cared much for Naraku and thus about all that served him. For once in her life she felt…human. She felt alive and instead of people looking to her for protection they instead began to look to her as a friend. She had learned a lot about Naraku's past and it broke her heart to know he experienced such strife. But time passed and now she was accepted by many in the castle all except for one…

The ride was smooth and enjoyable as they bounced along freely with no one crossing them. A few times they spiked their aura to warn lowly demons to stay at a distance but that was all. Silently they passed through the thick forest and across a silent creek before he found a safe place to dismount. Flexing his aura he sensed no one and began to dismount before helping the woman get off and placing her gently on the ground.

Midoriko looked up at him watching the look of disdain and aggravation grow knowing the conversation they always had was coming up. He truly was fearless and he still bore that uncaring nature of what others thought of him. How she had to stop him from killing senselessly many times before he came to be who was now. And she was much pleased.

"You know this won't last long." He simply stated looking away avoiding her infectious sideways smile.

She chuckled a little before reaching up to peck the side of his cheek. "Well, I thank you for honoring my fancies and allowing me to continue my miko duties at least until the village monks can handle their own." She smiled before going back to the horse and retrieving her bag and armor.

Naraku watched her do this before looking away squinting as the sun's rays peaked through the top canopy of the forest shining down on them. Midoriko smiled to herself knowing how overprotective he was and yet understanding that it was his demon nature. She knew very well it took all the willpower and self-control he could muster not to do what he did after the first two weeks of them meeting.

Her expression grew whimsical while she daydreamed about the time Naraku kidnapped her on the spot and held her "hostage" in his quarters for days. She of course let him do it so she could use it as an excuse to get to know him better and was shocked that of the demons she could possibly be attached to, it had to be to a male with a power complex. Her brown eyes focused on the way the sun lit up his violet eyes and illuminated his shiny long black hair. He certainly wasn't prince charming at all but, she loved him anyway. Even if he was overbearing, controlling, and somewhat of a maniacal schemer when he wanted his way.

Over the course over the last year, she had learned a lot about the demon she called her mate. He had made great strides in changing his outlook on some things. She never pushed him but just gave him the option in which she was pleased that he calmed down tremendously. She was just happy he at least had a more of a passive attitude than his once raging anger and "nose for blood" attitude.

She reached up with glittering eyes to stroke the sides of his cheek drawing his attention. She truly loved this demon with all her heart and vowed to one day be together. And she prayed hopefully soon. But the more she looked at him feeling his emotions course through her mating mark the more of a resolve she began to have. 'I'm done hiding to this world.' She thought. 'I want to be with my mate. The village has more than enough protection, and if they want my help despite me being mated to a demon then I'm sure my mate and I will be more than happy to help. Enough is enough.' She sucked in as resolve solidified in her before speaking. "I promise I won't let you wait any longer."

Naraku turned to her cutting his eyes hoping she would pick her words carefully. "Do not speak of things you won't act upon." He warned.

Midoriko didn't back down. "Naraku, I've decided that this will be my last time leaving you to come to this village."

He looked down at her with a smirk pleased to hear she would be with him. She opened her mouth to speak before he captured her lips with his own. Her monologue died on her lips which each swipe he took of them before pulling her to him. Her senses tingled but she pushed them to the back of her mind intent on enjoying her mate's attentions. However it was short lived before he pulled back and looked sideways holding onto her.

She looked up dazed and confused before stepping away quickly and looking expectantly through the forest watching something silver flicker. They waited patiently before Lord Inutashio walked through the forest at a leisurely pace and made it to them. "I knew I sensed something familiar this way." He greeted walking up to the young Lord that had become like another son to him. Naraku grinned genuinely showing respect with a soft nod of a bow. Inutashio looked to the woman next to him and bowed politely. "Lady Midorkio, pleasure to see you doing well. Is my boy taking care of you no less?"

Midokrio laughed gripping onto Naraku's arms feeling a small hint of embarrassment flow from him. "He's taking extremely good care of me my Lord. And you've come at such an opportune time."

Inutashio raised his eyebrow at Naraku before waiting to speak. She smiled lifting her chin up high. "I'm officially taking my place. I'm going home."

Inutashio knew very well what she spoke of and he frowned. "You two do know well the hardships you will face? Demons and humans alike will not like this when word gets out. You could possibly be attacked by all fronts."

Naraku growled pulling her slightly closer to himself. "And they will be dealt with."

Midoriko looked up at him with concern hoping it wouldn't come to that. He had made so much progress and she didn't want to see him being turned into something horrendous. She looked back at the Inu Lord and smiled. "What he means is that we will deal diplomatically with the situation."

Inutashio looked for a minute to Naraku knowing the boy had a temper and wasn't sure of the outcome of such circumstances. However, he and the boy shared this common situation with having a mate that was human and thus he would support him regardless. Inutashio nodded and smiled. "Well you have my support and if you need consulting or anything please come to my home. We will take care of you." He promised looking at the two and happy Naraku found someone that could control that ire of his. "I'm going to visit Totosai in the mountains and I must press on." He said before the two bowed to him and he in return. "Oh and my sons wish for you visit soon. They want to spar with you again, especially my youngest." He said laughingly.

Naraku smirked. "Tell prince Inuyasha and Sesshoumaru to prepare for defeat then. And also let Inuyasha know his weapon isn't a stick. That boy just swings it around like a twig."

Inutashio laughed before nodding. "Well I hope he will grow out of it." He said wistfully before looking at Midoriko. "And Lady of the Eastern Lands, you be sure to come as well." My Izayoi and Lady Kimiko would love to meet you.

Midorkio smiled and nodded familiar with the names. Lady Kimiko was the Lady yet Izayoi was his concubine. "But of course."

The older demon looked to the two of them feeling that the times were changing. 'And it seems they will lead it.' He thought with pride of his pack member. He turned and waved before walking through the opposite side of the tree line.

Naraku watched him leave before looking down at the woman before him. "Lady of the East. Hurry and pack your things. F I must come to get you, there will be repercussions." He stated playfully watching as excitement spread on her face and spilt from her aura. She leaned forward to kiss him before racing to away to tie on her armor and running off into the village.

Naraku lay in the dark with a double barrier around the room satisfied with a sleeping Midorkio in his arms. He felt fully complete and content with everything in his life for once at peace. He watched as she turned in his arms and snuggled closer to him instinctively clutching onto him. He pulled the sheet around her securely before he went back to studying the small creature in his arms.

"How long has it been?" He whispered into the darkness brushing her hair away from her face. He watched his mark shine on her forehead between her miko markings and felt pride within him swell that she was so brave to display to the world of whom she mated. His senses prickled suddenly again and he sighed wondering what was it that his beast was so alarmed of as of late. He noticed his own actions were extra cautious and whenever he was alone like this with his mate. He felt anxious to just touch her more than usual. He lowered his nose to her skin and sniffed before his eyes widened at an unfamiliar scent filtering into his senses.

He took his time to move quietly without awakening her down her form. He listened to her soft breathing deciding that she was well asleep. Taking his time, he thoroughly sniffed her body. Her natural scent mixed with her own masculine scent coated her flesh along with the salty trail of sweat and the product of their sexual ventures. Smirking with pride he sniffed along her skin before his nose made it to her womb. Something about her whole aura was off. He placed his palm on her bare stomach hoping to not cause her to stir as he poured his chakra into her system. He searched before violet eyes snapped open with wonder and confusion. His eyes took on a light of their own in the darkness as he watched Midoriko with appraisal and fondness.

Pouring more of his demonic aura into her womb he continued to probe the tiny little flutter of nestled safely within her and smiled at the response he found. He looked onto the woman who he could ravish again with amazement lifting himself above her. Swallowing thickly he moved his hand to a specific spot on her flat stomach feeling inside of her again with more emotions flowing through him then he ever cared to explore. He reached inside of her and once again felt the flutter of what he now knew to be life responding back to him with love.

"Pups." He muttered before a slow smile spread to his lips. Naraku looked up at the angel haired goddess laying on his sheets completely worn out by their previous actions. How he wanted to flip her over and give her body praise for presenting him with gift he never even knew he wanted. A gift that only she could bless him with and she did so freely,

Leaning forward he brushed his lips against her temple before pulling back watching the soft rise of her chest as she instinctively nuzzled closer towards him if possible. He pulled her pale flesh closer to him tucking her underneath his arm before placing the other hand on her stomach awed at the tiny pulse of life growing inside. Pride and an urge of protectiveness grew with each breath he took. Something he helped create, something pure and natural was building inside of the woman he claimed. A woman who once again turned his life upside down and gave him a little gift of happiness. He stroked her stomach lovingly sending affection through his senses into her body knowing she would feel it through the mating mark placed on her neck.

He traced its pattern with the tip of his forefinger careful of her skin as his mind raced with possibilities and…consequences. Mixed families were being slaughtered and having a non-demon mate was punishable by death among the demons even despite the demon council recently approving the match finding her power to be more useful than anything. Having a human mate was risky as it was but he would be damned if he hid his child or his mate from the world.

Inutashio was right with his warning as a few lowly demons would cross him when he was out patrolling. They quickly learned that his "kill all nature" had not dissipated but lay in waiting for moments like those. And he was sure to kill them in such a way that it mutilated them and sent a warning to everyone that he very much still enjoyed blood on his claws. The other demon Lords like the Northern and Western lands were supportive and didn't bother him.

But the Lord of the South was demon of a different caliber and always challenged him at council and laying low threats. The rest of the lowly Lords were too afraid to do anything and so they whispered their disdain for him at a distance. 'Cowards'. He even caught the few times the Lord would say something negative to Midorko since he took her everywhere he went, leaving nothing to chance. Yet she still heard the insults and at times felt that outside of his lands, everyone was less more accepting of her then where she was. Yet she still stayed strong, voicing her opinion, doing her best at her peace talks, and going out of her way to help both demons and humans. He tried to provide her his help by threatening and offing off anyone that disrespected her but she wouldn't hear of it. And he was very proud of her.

"Mine!" His inner demon roared inside of him with eyes changing to that of a pinkish hue. His mind strayed to thoughts of the possibility of those coming after his small family because of the child they had. Inutashio knew that feeling best when so many challenged him when Inuyasha was born calling the babe everything imaginable. New plans began to form in his head as the urgency to protect his mate and pups grew. He would be damned if anyone spoke of his children in such a manner. "I'll slaughter them all." He muttered. For the first time, true fear settled into his heart and more anger boiled inside of him.

Naraku had spent years devoting himself to becoming the strongest demon alive under any circumstances. He used the war to wipe out any and everything be it human or demon that crossed his path towards the ultimate goal of power. Life was nothing but time that can be easily taken with the flicker of his clawed nails if he saw fit. And yet here he was changing his desires and wishes over the whims of a human and his unborn.

He pulled her even closer into him sniffing the soft strands of hair with his mind forever calculating his next moves. He looked down intensely making decisions to hold a public ceremony where all would know her status and be warned of the reaper that waited to collect their souls should they try him. 'She will be respected and my pups will be safe. She will stay here where she and our pups will remain safe and provided for. No demon or human will touch what is mine.' He vowed with every fiber in his body.

He looked down at her face as brown eyes looking into his own accompanied by a gentle smile. His features softened feeling her hand ghost his cheek gently. "Calm down." She cooed. "Whatever you're thinking of, it isn't as bad as it seems."

He leaned down and kissed her cheek. "You're awake?" He questioned hearing her soft moan reverberating through him.

"Well it's hard to sleep when you're tickling me. You sniffed my womb?" She stated more than asked looking up to him. Naraku could hear her heartbeat increase and her scent spiked alluringly causing a certain anatomy of his own to wake up. He cupped her face and kissed her softly before placing his other hand on her stomach. He poured his energy once again inside of her as she focused on the feeling inside of her womb. Her eyes widened as feeling something being caressed by his energy inside of her and pouring its own back to her. Pulling back he looked down at her as she smiled even brighter. "What was that?" She asked breathlessly hoping he would confirm her suspicions. He tucked his nose along her neck nuzzling his mark and sending his appreciation to her.

"Am I-I? Are we?"

"Pups" He stated firmly watching as her face lit up even brightly then it ever did before. His violet eyes glowed down at her in satisfaction sensing the strong emotion of joy sparkling uncontrollably within her. He leaned forward holding himself up on his forearm as he continued to brush over her stomach protectively with his calloused hand. The room grew silent before she leaned up on her own forearms and kissed him gently.

"Thank you."

His eyes widened before looking down at her shockingly. "What?" He asked breathlessly sitting up rustling the covers as he did so and pulling them slightly with him revealing her upper body to his eyes. Yet he didn't care as he was intent on hearing her words.

"Thank you so much love for this. I've spent my whole life being a miko and never feeling anything else until I met you. Thank you. And I promise I will fight for you and my family…with you." She declared lifting her chin up feeling her powers course through her at the declaration.

Naraku looked at one of the most powerful woman he had ever crossed and how she so easily offered herself to him just like that. He could feel her miko energy swirling about and protecting her womb inside of her while rubbing against his own soothingly. A proudness about him swelled and he quickly rolled on top of her pulling the covers away that separated them. He kissed her lips passionately feeling her soft plump lips rub against his own while her arms wrapped around his neck. He moaned into the kiss as she grinded herself against his manhood feeling the mushroom head against her pelvis. She instinctively spread her legs encompassing him into her embrace as their tongues began to do battle for dominance. He once again placed himself at her center as she clutched onto him for life breaking away for much needed air.

He kissed her mating mark on her neck and leaned into her ear to whisper. "You will never fear again. Know that." He declared before entering her bringing her to a plateau of bliss and ecstasy she would never know unless it was forever with him. Her moans and shouts of bliss echoed into the halls for all to hear of her love and desire of their Lord. The servants, guards, and people on the property knew that what was to come was to be protected by all and would do so willingly.

All except one however….

Dun dun Dun! whats going to happen next?