[AU] Five years ago tragedy struck. An engagement was broken and a family was exiled. Now, returning to the place where it all began, Ranma's out for revenge.

Ever since she smiled at him, he was hers. He may not have admitted it to himself but it was true, he would protect her until his heart gave out. The story takes place a couple of weeks after Jusendo and the failed wedding. Things seem to be back to normal for Akane and Ranma but there's a storm brewing and this time, Ranma might only be able to watch the destruction.

What if Ranma and Kagome where cousins? Having known each other all their lives, Kagome was used to the strange in Ranma's life. Now Kagome has her own strange adventures to talk about and Ranma decides to stir things up in InuYasha and Kagome's relationship.