Chapter Twenty Six – Another Day...
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Beast's thoughts
Personal Thoughts
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(Future – Volterra, Italy – Spare Room – 11:45 AM)
Suyri froze next to her son and mate as she spotted a small, pixie like vampire holding a copper haired male off the ground. She was rather impressed but then spotted a scarred male crouched behind her, between her and the rest of them. Emmett couldn't believe his eyes as he spotted his lively small pixie of a sister holding Edward off the ground with Jasper black eyed behind her, protecting her back. Shaking his head, Emmett cleared his throat and held up his hands in a nonthreatening manner.
"Show that you're not a threat." He whispered to his mate and elder son. "Jazz, man, it's me. It's Emmett." Emmett prayed that Jasper would recognize him even through his small change.
Jasper growled causing Alice to gasp, dropping Edward -who jumped quickly out of the way, before Jasper grabbed him. Not wanting the copper haired vampire to escape, Nanil grabbed him by the throat and held him until he father told him to release the male. He didn't like the vibe he felt from the odd male in front of him. Suyri whimpered as she dropped to her knees, baring her neck. Emmett cleared his throat, causing Jasper to dart his eyes back to him. His eyes were slowly returning to normal.
"Yo, Jazz." Emmett whispered not to frighten him. "Ya need ta check Alli." He nodded towards the seer who was stiffened. "She's in a vision. She'll need ya once she's out of it. We'll take care of Eddie boy, you take care of my lil' sister."
Jasper was about to launch himself when Bella arrived, growling. Her eyes scanned the room before she moved in between Jasper and Emmett. Inuyasha, Aro and Sesshoumaru were right behind her. Demetri went over and helped Nanil -not that he needed it, while Aro watched as Jasper scooped up Alice and rushed out of the room as if the hell hounds were on his heels. He went to speak but Bella shook her head as her eyes moved to Edward, who was shaking in fear.
"What did you say?" She hissed as she started to stalk towards him. "What did you say to piss off the Major? Jasper and Alice would never loose their cool unless you provoked them." Bella's swirls that were 'inked' into her skin started to pulse. "WHAT DID YOU SAY!?" She yelled, her venom spraying into Edward's face.
Demetri winced as Nanil wiped his face off with one of his hands then grabbed a hold of Edward again. Inuyasha went to Bella's side to calm her down as Aro walked over and stood in front of Edward. Emmett was holding Suyri as they stood back a little ways while the others deal with the mind rapist.
"If you do not answer, young Isabella, Edward Masen," Aro said his eyes hardened. "I will find out for myself and it will be most unpleasant for you."
"I'm Alice's sire." Edward gritted his teeth as his hands clenched into fist. "I knew that she had a gift, when she was human even talked her family into placing her into the mental institution I worked at. Which is the only reason I changed her." His eyes were black as night as they locked on Bella's. "I would have had her under my thumb if it wasn't for Jasper." He spat the name.
"YOU SON OF A BITCH!" Emmett roared as he went to launch himself towards Edward. "I'll rip you apart!"
"Emmy." Suyri whimpered as she stood next to Kagome, who finally arrived.
Emmett froze as he quickly turned and grabbed Suyri. His eyes were black but as soon as Bella hissed at him, he left taking Suyri with him. Bella kept her eyes on Edward as Demetri and Nanil held the soon to be dead vampire. Inuyasha stood slightly in front of Bella in case she wanted to lunge at the prissy ass vampire. Aro stood there with his eyes scanned the small group that was still in the room. Rosalie's room was rather quiet since it was right next to Edwards, however, Jane was visiting the ice bitch.
"You are truly a waste of vampire." Aro tisked as he turned his head to Nanil. "Will you please help Demetri take this 'vampire' to the dungeons since he cant not keep his mouth shut? We will keep him there til it is time." His black eyes bore into Edwards.
"Hai," Nanil smirked as he gripped Edward's arm tighter. "Since he upset Okaa-san it would be my pleasure."
Bella nodded as she turned her black eyes to her mate and the others in the room. "I believe it's time for the final show down." She smirked baring her fangs that grew slightly. "If you would Aro, will you get the arena ready? I would like to be first. Rosalie needs ta be taught a lesson."
"As you wish, Isabella." Aro nodded as he headed out of the room.
Sesshoumaru and Kagome stood there with Inuyasha. "Are you sure that you wish to do this?" Sesshoumaru kept his eyes on his female beta. "It should be Suyri's right since Rosalie did harm her mate."
"Suyri doesn't like to fight." Kagome shook her head scolding her mate. "She will if need be but she would rather have Emmett handle it. I believe Suyri will thank Bella for teaching the blond vampire a thing or two."
"Hm." Sesshoumaru hummed with a smirk on his face as he pulled Kagome to his side as they headed out of the room.
Bella kissed Inuyasha then rushed off to get ready. Inuyasha smirked as he headed towards the dungeons. He wanted to met the baka vampire before he was ripped apart. Inuyasha had a few things to say to the idiot. He had waited over 500 years to get his revenge on the bastard that harmed his mate.
(Feudal Era, Japan – Few Miles From The Western Castle – 1:00 PM)
"How are you feeling, Kisho?" Kagome asked as she walked towards the neko, who was lying against Ah-Un.
Kisho raised his eyes and blinked as the Lady of the West knelt beside him. "I'm fine." He whispered not believing that he was indeed near a very rare youkai. "You're a Pure Inu, arn't you?"
"I am." Kagome smiled as she tilted her head to the side. "If you don't mind me asking, what kind of neko are you? You're hair is a lovely shade of black. It looks almost as if there is a slight blue tint to it."
"I'm a shadow Neko." Kisho's chest puffed out slightly.
"Those are rare, Kagome." Sango said as she came out from the woods with a pile of twigs. "Shadow nekos usually stay in caves or a dark place."
"How do you know?" Kisho stared wide eyed at the woman with the fire wood.
Sango swallowed as she eyed the young neko youkai. "I am a taijiya." She saw him stiffen. "Although since I have met Inuyasha and the others, I've learned that not all youkai are evil."
Kisho was shocked at what he heard. Never in his life would he imagine a taijiya sitting so close to him without wanting to kill him. His eyes went to the male sitting next to the Inu.
"Who's he?" Kisho pointed towards Miroku.
Sango smiled as her eyes strayed to Miroku. "He's a houshi." Kagome glared at her with a look that said 'yeah right'. "Alright, he's a hentai Houshi."
"A hentai houshi?" Kisho frowned as he looked at the person in question. "How?"
"Have you been around the village when we've stopped by?" Kagome asked with a smirk on her face.
"Hai." He nodded thinking back to the few times.
Kagome smirked as her eyes cut to Sango. "Have you heard a female yell Hentai?" Kisho nodded again. "Well, dear, that was Sango yelling at Miroku. He likes to touch onna's butts. She is his usual target but there are a few that he still tries to hit on."
"Oh that was you!" Kisho said looking at Sango, who was bright red.
"The houshi deserved it." Sango hissed as her eyes darted towards Miroku. "Can't seem to keep his hands to himself." Kagome could see the sparkle in the taijiya's eyes, along with Kisho and Bella.
"You know you like it Sango." Bella poked Sango in the side. "Otherwise you wouldn't be marrying him." This caused Sango to blush rather brightly.
Sango sighed but smiled. "Hai, I love Miroku but sometimes..." She shook her head. "I hope he mellows as soon as we have a child."
"I think you both will." Bella said as she rubbed her stomach, glancing to her mate. "Once your married and have a little one on the way, you'll both mellow." Her eyes went back to Sango.
"I suppose your right." Sango sighed softly as her eyes landed on Miroku. "We just have to..."
Sango couldn't finish her sentence because of the fact a loud rumble filled the air. Inuyasha rushed to Kagome and Bella was Miroku rushed to Sango. Kisho stood beside Kagome since he knew that the pure inu's mate was not here. Inuyasha's eyes were scanning the road but couldn't see anything. Miroku frowned as he felt a powerful evil aura heading their way. He cut his eyes to Kagome, who nodded. Bella frowned as she felt something press against her chest. Her eyes darkened as the scent of blood filled the air.
"There is blood up ahead." Bella hissed holding tightly onto her mate. "I should have fed before we left." She could feel her thirst rising.
Inuyasha whimpered as he kissed her temple. "Don't worry, mate." He told her as they could hear yelling and screaming. "Sango, Miroku, I need you to go and check it out." His eyes darted towards them. "I cant allow Kagome or Bella to get involved. If need be, I'll call Sesshoumaru."
"But Inuyasha..." Kagome started but Inuyasha snapped at her in his beta tone. "Fine." She huffed as Bella and the others blinked a few times. "But if the people in the village need my help, I will go." Her eyes were locked on his, narrowed and threatening.
"She's right." Bella told her mate holding her breathe. "If the village is in danger then we need to help." It was then a young girl's scream echoed through the air.
"NO!" Kagome and Bella screamed as they darted forward.
Inuyasha snarled as he threw his head back and howled for Sesshoumaru. He didn't wait for a response as he darted forward with Kisho, Miroku and Sango right behind him. Ah-Un and Kirara went after the two pregnant onnas to keep an eye on them. When a loud roar was heard from the west, Inuyasha's ears flatten against his head. He knew that his brother would have a word or two for him when things settled down but he couldn't stop the girls without hurting them. It didn't take long before Inuyasha arrived at the burning village. His eyes swept over the gruesome scene until he spotted his mate fighting a neko youkai.
Snarling, Inuyasha felt his demon blood pulse as he darted forward slashing the youkai's stomach open. He spun around only to see that his mate had cuts on her arms from fighting the youkai. Before he could grab his mate, a sword was thrusted through his side causing him to snarl loudly. He could still think but his demon blood was running rapid. Bella saw her mate wounded and snarled loudly causing everyone to freeze. Kagome turned her red eyes towards her friend in time to see that Bella's swirls on her skin started to pulse.
Bella could feel an evil aura that would only belong to Victoria yet her eyes were locked on the male youkai that held the blade in her mate's side. She looked like a blur as she darted forward and slammed herself into the youkai sending him flying along with the sword that stayed in his hand. Miroku rushed forward but was stopped by Kirara in her transformed state. It was then that the others spotted Inuyasha's red eyes along with Bella's black ones. Kagome's eyes were blood red but she could still think pass her demonic side. She knew which ones were threats and which ones were allies. She spotted Miroku, Sango and Kisho but shook her head as she turned back to the village where the rogue neko's decided to have some fun.
When Kagome felt Bella's aura pulse in time with her markings, the Lady of the West walked over and took the girls hands as they stood there. Their eyes faded to white as a bright light was emitted from them. Inuyasha and the others had to cover their eyes as they watched the dark red wave that was sent through the village and the youkai and ningens that were standing around. Those who were evil, or had evil intent, were turned into ash as soon as the red wave hit them. Sango, Miroku, Inuyasha, Ah-Un, Kirara, Kisho and the others that didn't mean any harm or lived in the village, felt healed as soon as the wave of red touched them. It only lasted a few seconds before the light faded and Bella and Kagome fell to the ground.
Inuyasha darted forward to grab them both yet he spotted Sesshoumaru holding Kagome as soon as he grabbed Bella. Their eyes locked, then Sesshoumaru looked around at the ash piles and those who were staring wide at the two onnas in the Inu's of the West arms. One by one the villagers lowered to their knees as Miroku, Sango, Kisho, Ah-Un and Kirara rushed towards the two inus. Sango gasped as she realized that Bella's swirls were a little lighter then before. She could only guess that the dark color meant she hadn't used her powers but since the color seemed to lighten, Bella needed to rest. Kagome on the other hand, had a black rose in the center of her crescent moon. Sesshoumaru and the others were rather shocked to find this but when Inuyasha looked at Bella's forehead. A black rose was also in the center of her crescent moon.
"Please allow us, Lord of the West, to place you for tonight." An elder man wobbled forward with the help of a younger boy. "It is the least we can do for what the Lady and her sister did for us. We would have perished if not for the two onnas."
"You are ningen." Sesshoumaru said as he looked around. "Living with youkai?" His eyes went back to the elder ningen male.
"Hai." A bear youkai stepped forward. "Is that Lady Kagome? And her Soul sister, Lady Bella?" The youkai's green eyes landed on Bella and Kagome.
Inuyasha growled as his ears flattened, tightening his grip on Bella. "Yeah, what of it?"
"Inuyasha!" Sango gasped slapping him with narrowed eyes. "That is enough." She turned to the bear youkai and the elder man. "Hai, we are the group that fought Naraku. Is this because of us?" She looked around seeing youkai and ningen mixing.
"Hai." The bear youkai nodded as he looked around then held out his arm. "I would like you to meet my mate. Nana come here, Koi." A ningen female with brown hair walked forward with a blush. "If it wasn't for you, I could never be with my mate. You all have showed us that we are not as different. Although there are a few that did not like how we run things." He shrugged kissing Nana on top of her head.
"And your father does not disagree?" Miroku asked standing next to Miroku.
Nana sighed and wiped her eyes. "My father did not but I loved Tsiro. I ran away and we came here because they will allow us to be ourselves. Even my father is not allowed to set foot on our lands." Her eyes raised to Miroku and Sango. "We had a barrier up but for some reason those neko's were allowed in. They have sent many of messengers into our village saying we were an abomination."
"Please stay!" The group called as they knelt before the Inu-tachi group and the Lord and Lady of the West.
Inuyasha's eyes finally turned back to their normal golden color while Bella and Kagome were knocked out. His ears were flat against his head in worry for his pup. He glanced down to Kagome's stomach then Bella's in hope that his brother would understand what he was worried about. He whimpered as he tightened his grip. Sesshoumaru nodded slightly to his brother then turned to the villagers.
"We shall stay, however," He looked around for a moment. "we need a healer for our mates, they are pregnant." Sesshoumaru could hear some of the whispers about his mate and female beta were heroes of the town.
"Please follow me." Tsiro said as he scooped up his mate in his arms. "I can take you to our healer faster then anyone else." He kissed his mate's cheek as he rushed towards the other end of the village.
Inuyasha and Sesshoumaru rushed off leaving Sango, Miroku and Kisho along with Ah-Un and Kirara behind. Sango sighed and smiled as she turned to the ningen.
"If you don't mind, will you take us to the Inn?" She smiled sincerely. "You can even ride Kirara. You look as if your bones can use a rest." Sango walked over petting Kirara.
"I..." The elder said looking at the giant neko youkai, who nudged his hand. "How am I to get on her?"
Kisho walked over as Kirara knelt on the ground. "I will help, Kirara wishes you to ride as well." He smiled showing his fangs. "I will not let you fall, I'm stronger then I look."
"That I do not doubt." The elder smiled shooing the other boy away. "Alright, to the Inn." He said as he finally got on top of Kirara.
Kisho hopped on behind the elder man in case he fell. The villagers chuckled as Kirara rose to her feet causing the elder man to gasp in excitement. Kirara purred gently as she walked slowly beside Sango and Miroku. Kisho watched in shock as to the village. Yes it was damaged but youkai and ningens were working side by side because of the people he traveled with. He could understand now why everyone thought them as heroes. His heart swelled when he realized that he was now apart of something as was Miso.
(At Healers – Same Place As Inn – 5:00 PM)
"Sai!" Tsiro yelled as they neared the Inn/Healer building. "Sai!"
An elderly owl youkai walked out with wider eyes then usual. "Oh my!" She said as she say Kagome and Bella. "Bring them this way." She urged them to follow. "I shall check them over quickly. I assume it was their combined powers that I felt earlier?"
"Hai, Healer Sai." Nana said as she looked at the two onnas. "They protected the village and healed the villagers at the same time." She shook her head holding onto Tsiro. "I was so worried for Tsiro as well as the others but it seemed they could determine who was foe and who was ally."
"Feh, Kagome can always do that." Inuyasha snorted looking at Sesshoumaru. "Even gave Sesshoumaru his arm back." He smirked as an extremely light blush graced the Lord of the West's face. "She's always looked pass what we look like and into our souls. Even those who try to appear evil, can sometimes be pure. Or at least that's what Kagome said about me." This time a blush graced the hanyou turned youkai cheeks.
Sai started with Kagome checking her over with a thin sheet over her and Sesshoumaru blocking everyone's view of the lady of the west. Inuyasha was sitting at Bella's head but his eyes were closed as he held Bella's head in his lap. His right hand layed over her stomach, his left stroking her hair, as he pushed a small amount of youkai into her womb. When he felt a small push back, Inuyasha felt a lump in his throat as he opened his eyes. Tears of happiness fell down his cheek causing Sesshoumaru to whip his head towards his brother.
"Inuyasha?" Sesshoumaru said rather worriedly. "Is the pup..."
"He's fine." Inuyasha whispered then gasped. "I guess you're a girl, huh?" His eyes looked to her mate's stomach where his hand layed. "Little shit, OW!" He pulled his hand away from Bella's stomach. "I guess I cant cuss anymore either. She hit me in the hand rather hard when I called her a boy and cussed."
"Your pup is also well my lord." Sai said as she covered Kagome up with a thicker blanket. "I would request the two pregnant onnas stay here the night that way I can keep an eye on them. Both the father's may stay but I would like only one at a time to leave." Both males were about to say something but the healer held up her hand. "Just in case something happens. I know as mates you can not be to far and can tell if they are in trouble but I don't wish to take a chance. Not after they saved the village."
"Are you worried for their safety?" Sesshoumaru growled not liking the implications.
Sai shook her head as she looked to Tsiro then Nana then back to the Lord. "No, it's not that." She sighed as she closed her eyes for a few minutes. "Those nekos have been harassing this village for many weeks and that was only group that shows." She looked to the Lord. "I do not wish them to try something when the Lady is unable to protect herself. They will surely arrive before morning."
"We shall stay until the problem is done." Miroku said as he stepped through the door with Kisho, Sango and Kirara, who was sitting on Kisho's shoulders. "I couldn't help but hear what you were talking about. We would gladly help. Isn't this in the Western territory, Lord Sesshoumaru?" His eyes met Sesshoumaru's.
Sesshoumaru thought for a moment then realized this was part of an unclaimed part. "No, it is part of a small piece that is connected to Edo." His eyes went to Tsiro and then to Sai. "This Sesshoumaru would be honored if you would gather your elders. This one will claim this town thus you may call for aid in any matter. Food, clothing, wood and other supplies."
"Oh, thank you my lord!" Nana and Sai cried as tears of happiness fell down their faces.
Tsiro nodded holding out his claw like hands. "Yes, thank you, Lord Sesshoumaru." His eyes went to Inuyasha then to the others then back to Sesshoumarus. "I shall fight for you until my last breathe. If you need me howl, I shall respond."
"This Sesshoumaru shall speak with the elders then I will speak with the villagers." Sesshoumaru turned to Sai. "How skilled are you? Our healer was recently killed. My mate and female beta is in need of a midwife with good knowledge and learning skills. My mate is also a healer of sort. She can help you through almost anything along with my beta." He turned his eyes to Bella.
"It would be an honor." Sai smiled widely as she bowed before Lord Sesshoumaru and Inuyasha.
"Why don't I take our guest to their rooms?" Nana spoke up as she looked to the ningens in the room. "It is close by in case the youkai males wish to rest else where."
Sango nodded as she pulled Miroku behind her, Kisho following after them, as they left the room. Inuyasha chuckled as Kirara mewed and followed after them. Sesshoumaru sighed as Sai headed out the door, shutting it behind her. Tsiro had left with his mate thus leaving Inuyasha and Sesshoumaru along with their pregnant mates. Neither male said anything as they both curled up around their mates. Kagome's moko-moko wrapped around Sesshoumaru's waist along with her tail. Sesshoumarus wrapped around Kagome much in the same way. Except his moko-moko grew until it was able to cover them both comfortably.
Both males slipped into a light sleep in case their mates needed them or the village was under attack.
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Author Note – Here is the next chapter! I would like to let you know that I have been writing on other stories thus the reason I haven't been posted on this one. Those that I am co writing, I really don't know when I'll be writing on them until Bella returns other then that, I would like to thank all of my readers. YOU GUYS ARE AWESOME! Now, til the next chapter, keep reading and reviewing...
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