Arwen runs her hands through the fur, pleasantly surprised by how soft it is, and Kagome closes her eyes thoroughly enjoying the soft caress she is getting from her soon-to-be sister. They watch Kagome's face as the red fades from her eyes. The twins approach the girl after she is back to her normal self. The twins were unsure how to bond with their soon-to-be sister so they opted for asking.

"Are you a skilled warrior Kagome?" Elladan

"Yes. I went to war at the age of forty it lasted for ten years, and after that I participated in several major skirmishes. Why do you ask?" Kagome

"We often accompany the Dunedain rangers, and we would like it if you came with us." Elladan

Kagome raises an eyebrow demanding an explanation. The twins respond quickly saying.

"It will give you a chance to see more of the world than you ever will if you stay here." Elladan

"Very well I will go it actually does sound like fun, but Arwen and I need to see the seamstress. I promise it will be quick. I need only give my measurements, and entrust Arwen with the rest of the matters concerning my wardrobe." Kagome

"Your trust in me is greatly appreciated Kagome." Arwen

"I know you won't let me down." Kagome

Arwen nods, stands with Kagome, and they leave.

Elladan and Elrohir stand waiting for Kagome by the entrance to the city. They were preparing their horses when they notice the absence of a third, and wonder what Kagome is going to be ridding if not for a horse. As soon as they are finished preparations they see Kagome walking up to them with a tentative smile on her face. They ask her.

"Where is your horse Kagome?" Elrohir

"I don't have one." Kagome

"How will you travel without a horse?" Elrohir

"I will run; It will be nice to stretch my legs." Kagome

The twins raise their eyebrows, but don't question her any further. They figure they will let her ride with one of them when she gets tired. The three of them start off without delay; The twins are shocked to see Kagome keeping pace with the horses easily. She doesn't even look the slightest bit winded. Even in their astonishment they do not mention it; Instead they lead the way to the Dunedain. When they arrive at the ranger camp the rangers ask.

"Who is this Elladan?" ranger 1

"This is Kagome my parents are adopting her two weeks from today." Elladan

"She is to be your sister?" ranger 2

"Yes." Elladan

"Why would you bring your sister to such a dangerous place?" ranger 3

"We have been watching Arwen take up all of Kagome's time since she got here, and we wanted to spend some time with her; So we asked her if she is a skilled warrior. She said yes so we asked if she would like to come with us the next time we came here." Elladan

"What did she say?" ranger 4

"I said yes obviously since I am here." Kagome

The ranger blushed from the embarrassment, and said no more.

They have just finished eating dinner when an orc pack attacks the camp. Kagome is the first to notice. She wrinkles her nose like she smelled something foul. The instant an orc announces its vile presence it fell bisected to the ground at our feet. Elladan looks over at Kagome and sees her wielding a green whip against the orcs. Everyone joins in the fray, and soon all the orcs are dead. The rangers are exceedingly impressed with Kagome. They ask the twins to bring her with them when ever they come to help them. They instantly agree since it gives them an excuse to spend time with Kagome. The twins were also greatly impressed by Kagome's battle prowess; It looks like she is dancing a beautiful but deadly dance. Only a great fool would ever challenge her. After the orc attack it has been decided that the party will head out on patrol, and see what they will see. They have been traveling all day and have yet to receive a single complaint from Kagome. Those present figured that she would have tired herself out from running all day, but not so much as a sound has been heard from her. Well apart from the sound of her whip as she kills stray orcs. When they set up camp Kagome says.

"I will hunt." Kagome

Before anyone has a chance to say anything she is already gone. She comes back with a large buck over her shoulder, and a grin on her face. Despite the happy expression on her face Kagome still seems so very sad. The twins know that the road to recovery will be very long, but it still saddens them to see their new sister so broken. While one of the rangers was cleaning the buck Elrohir walks over to Kagome, sits down beside her, and says.

"You are not alone in your grief. My family and I are here for you." Elrohir

"Thank you. So how long is this outing?" Kagome

"A couple of weeks; The marked increase in orc activity is a cause for worry. So we will return, and see what father has to say about it." Elrohir

"I wish to help protect my new home." Kagome

"I will talk to father about it." Elrohir

"Do you think that he is likely to agree?" Kagome

"I am uncertain, but with the attempt on your life it will be difficult to convince him." Elrohir

"Do you care for all of me?" Kagome

"Yes." Elrohir

"Then you might be able to help ease my pain by convincing that one of the fact that more than two people love me." Kagome

"Very well let me speak to her." Elrohir

Kagome doesn't say anything, but her eyes turn blood red, her stripes turn jagged, and her claws elongate. Elrohir looks at his new sister without the slightest bit of fear, and says.

"Kagome." Elrohir

"What do you want elf?" Beast

"Allow me to introduce my self. I am Elrohir son Elrond." Elrohir

"You are to be my brother?" Beast

"Yes." Elrohir

"I know for certain that Arwen and Elrond love me, but I have no idea about anyone else." Beast

"Myself and my brother love you just as much." Elrohir

The pained but joyful expression on her face does not go unnoticed by Elrohir. He takes her in his arms, and hugs her pouring all his love and affection into that embrace. Beast has just as much trouble understanding this turn of events as her other half, but unlike that one she has no problems expressing them. She looks her brother in the eye, and says.

"I do not understand why any of you care for me at all let alone to the extent that you do." Beast

"What makes you say that?" Elrohir

"An InuYokai's purpose is to protect what is theirs. I failed to protect my family; I was the heir I was supposed to be able to keep them safe. I could not, and now they are all dead. I am a complete failure; all that is left for me is to join my kin, and be remembered no more. Yet here I am in a strange world surrounded by people who care for me. I in no way deserve this." Beast

"Have you considered that your family only wanted you to be safe, and were therefore relieved that you were being protected. You have no reason to be ashamed of yourself for surviving." Elrohir

"And yet I very much am. I do not understand why I feel this way." Beast

"When we return home seek out my father; He is very wise he can help you. Until then lets hunt some orc." Elrohir

"Yes lets." Kagome

Kagome and Elrohir stand, and head back to the center of the camp. When they arrive the leader tells them it is time to head out.

Kagome follows the twins with a slight smile on her face. She knows that things will never be as they were, but there is also hope for the future. She knows that she will always miss her family, but she also knows that her new family will in time come to mean just as much to her as her original one did. Members of this family already love her, however the pain is to fresh right now to simply replace her kin. Even after the adoption the grief will not leave her heart easily. Kagome already finds immense comfort in those who love her. She is enjoying killing orcs, and her conversation with Arwen was quite pleasant. Lord Elrond just exudes fatherly love its hard not to be comforted by his presence. The ever present pain in her heart is not as noticeable when she is around this loving family. While she has been thinking a foul stench assaults Kagome's nose. Kagome focuses back on her surroundings, and sees an entire pack of orcs all around her. They charge her and Kagome cuts them down with deadly efficiency. She then finds herself standing knee deep in orc parts. Thoroughly disgusted Kagome uses her poison to dissolve the mess, but that does not do anything about vile smell on her or in the air. So Kagome goes in search of one of her brothers or a ranger who might be able to tell her where there is some water so that she might take a much needed bath. A few minutes later the twins come into view. She runs to them, and says.

"Do you know where there is some water? I need get this orc stink off me as soon as possible." Kagome

"Follow me." Elladan

Kagome nods, and follows.

After Kagome has her bath and eats she is returning to camp when a pack of orcs astride strange looking wolves surround her getting ready to attack. Kagome kills the orcs, but doesn't have the heart to kill the wolves. So when they growl at her, and look like they are about to charge she responds in an appropriate fashion. It takes awhile, but each and every wolf submits to her as their new alpha. Her brothers and the rangers approach, one of the wolves notices, and says.

"Enemy is approaching alpha. We must protect our alpha." wolf 1

Kagome hears this, and says.

"They are not the enemy. The enemy is the filth you allowed on your backs." Kagome

"Alpha must tell them that; They look like they are ready to kill us." wolf 2

"Elladan Elrohir these creatures are not the enemy they belong to me, they are mine to protect, and I will not have my brothers killing what is mine." Kagome

"What are you thinking taking in a pack wargs?" Elrohir

"I am lonely; I crave canine companionship." Kagome

"Very well; We will not deny you anything that eases your pain." Elladan

All of those present stand down, but look at the wargs warily. A warg nudges her, and says.

"Alpha now that it is safe please allow us to go get our families . We miss them, and want them to know they safety and security of your pack." warg 3

"Go on, but be careful that you are not seen by orcs. They will know that you don't answer to them anymore, and harm you and your families." Kagome

"Understood we will be most careful." warg 4

"Good. When will you be returning?" Kagome

"We will be returning with our families in a fortnight." warg 5

Kagome nods, and turns to her brothers who have puzzled looks on their faces. Kagome explains saying.

"They are going to retrieve their families; So that they may be safe as well." Kagome

Her brothers nod with understanding looks on their faces. They watch the wargs leave, and set up camp as soon as they are gone. A question is still nagging them though; So they look at theirs sister, and say.

"When are they returning?" Elladan

"A fortnight." Kagome

Elladan nods, and is about to say something when Elrohir interrupts saying.

"Have you thought about what you are going to tell father?" Elrohir

"No not yet." Kagome

"Well you better think of something before your pets return Kagome." Elrohir

"I will; Everything will workout Elrohir." Kagome

"I hope that you are right for your sake Kagome." Elrohir

A fortnight passes, and the party see the wargs approaching. They recognize them as the same wargs as before with the addition of quite a few more including pups. When the wargs are all sitting peacefully in front of Kagome Elladan says.

"Tell your pets that it is time to leave." Elladan

Kagome nods, and says.
"It is time to leave." Kagome

"Where are we going alpha?" warg 6

"We are going to Rivendell." Kagome

"Why?" warg 7

"It is my home." Kagome

The wargs nod, and prepare to travel. Ensuring that the pups are in the center. Elladan, Elrohir, and Kagome say goodbye to the rangers, and leave with a pack of wargs hot on their trail. Occasionally she had to protect them from "helpful strangers", but other than that they arrive at the hidden valley relatively unscathed. Lord Elrond hears of their arrival, and goes to greet them. He is shocked by what he sees. For the first time in a long time he has no idea what to say to his children as he takes in the sight before him. He was not expecting a pack of wargs to be in his valley acting friendly with his daughter. He approaches Elrohir, and says.

"What is going on here?" Elrond

"Kagome has gotten some new pets." Elrohir

"I can see that; What I want to know is why?" Elrond

"Kagome said that she needs canine companionship. We figured that it is alright if she keeps the wargs as long as it eases her pain." Elrohir

Elrond thinks this over, and says.

"I will allow it but they will have to be collared with some kind of identification tag on the collar so that the patrols know not to kill them on sight. I will inform all patrols to spare any warg with this collar on them." Elrond

Elrond walks over to Kagome, and says.

"I will allow you to keep your new pets, but you must put some kind of identification collar on them. I will also require a spare to show the patrols; So that any warg wearing this collar will be spared." Elrond

Kagome nods, and collars her wargs. A spare one appears in Lord Elrond's hand. He looks it over, nods to Kagome, and leaves to inform the patrols of this new development. A warg approaches her, and says.

"What are these things around our necks?" warg 8

"Identification collars signifying that you belong to me." Kagome

"Why do we need such a thing." warg 9

"So that the elves know not to kill you on sight." Kagome

"Why would us belonging to you cause the elves to spare us; They hate wargs with a passion." warg 10

"In a few minutes I am going to be adopted by the lord and lady of the valley; Making me their daughter. They wouldn't dare harm anyone belonging to me." Kagome

"We trust you to keep us safe alpha, and are grateful for anything that you give us." warg 11

"You are most welcome." Kagome

Kagome turns takes off into the forest to find a suitable home for her companions close to the city. She wants to keep them close so that she can protect them, but is also very much aware that her new father will probably not want them living in his city. So this is the only other option that Kagome can think of.