The Ties That Bind
By: Oyuki Kimari
Disclaimer: As I have previously stated, Inuyasha does not belong to me. I am not able to be sued, because I barely have enough money to pay my rent every month. (Petra: *brightly* You would get a whole crap-load of manga though!) (Jen: *innocent look* I'll have you know that I haven't bought manga since August, thank you very much.)
Explanaitions: The idea for "The Ties That Bind" actually came from my cousin, although she wanted to make it Gundam Wing instead of Inuyasha. However, she stated that she wanted me to write the story however I wanted. Since I am a proud worshipper of the ground Sesshomaru-sama walks on, I decided to make it Inuyasha. (Petra: *in tears* THANK GOD!!! She's over her Heero-obsession! *cries*) (Jen: _ um... right... I have no comment about that...) The first chapter was finished the day before my cousins' death, and she was so proud of me that she almost cried. She was very emotional like that... She stated that if I had made this with Gundam Wing, then it wouldn't have the ancient feeling that I gave it. So this story is, in all actuality, a dedication to my cousin.
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Sesshomaru pushed "Tenka" into his room quickly and shut the door behind him after he had walked in. He grabbed her by the upper arms and pressed her into the closest wall. "I am not as trusting as my father, bitch. Tell me who you really are, or I shall kill you where you stand."
Tenshi glared. "I cannot tell you. I must keep my identity secret, for I fear that there may be someone attempting to either kill me or keep me from my home in some way. If you are truly the heir to the Western Lands, then please believe me when I say that I am not here to cause trouble. I merely wish to keep the peace."
Sesshomaru noticed that she had emphasized several words during her little speech. His eyes widened slightly and he pulled away from her. "Are you the envoy?" he asked. He sniffed at her, surprised that even though she had been around Kouga and his bitches, she smelled only of herself, the fragrance of light and moon flowers. Her torn kimono was that resereved for one of stature, and although it was stained with dirt and mud, he could tell that it had been pure white at one time.
*How did he..? I didn't think that the inhabitants of Earth were that smart!* Tenshi wondered as her eyes widened. She ducked her head and started to laugh. "I guess, it doesn't do me any good to hide anymore. I am Princess Sincerity Tenshi Celeste of Haven. I was sent here by my mother as an envoy of peace. When myself and my protector got here, Kouga was waiting for us. We were both captured. Please, Sesshomaru-sama, you must not tell your father. I wish to find out who it was that..." Tenshi suddenly broke off and looked out the window. The sky had suddenly become dark with clouds and lightning was hitting the ground.
Sesshomaru followed her gaze and frowned. "It is the dry season. Where has this storm come from?" he asked. He moved to close the balcony doors, but Tenshi grabbed his arm. He turned and glared at the petite princess. "Why do you stop me?"
"Because if you go out there, you'll be struck by the princess of Jupiter. She's mad that I was captured and is looking for me. Just a minute," Tenshi said. She closed her eyes and an unseen wind started to flow around her, lifting her hair out of her face. A golden, ring-like symbol appeared on her forehead and glowed dimly. ~Dengeki-san, please do not worry about me. I am at the palace of the Western Lord. I wish to find out who it was that arranged for me to be captured, so I am masquerading as a slave-girl. I shall be fine.~
Sesshomaru stared at the girl as the symbol disappeared. He looked out the window and was surprised to find that the storm had passed. He turned back to the princess. "Very well. I shall help you in your search for the person who is attempting to get rid of you. However, since you are under the guise of my slave, you must stay with me at all times. I cannot promise your safety otherwise."
Tenshi smiled and nodded. "Very well, Sesshomaru-sama. I thank you for helping me," she said, bowing slightly. "Now, may I please have some different clothes? Mine are very... icky."
Sesshomaru smirked at the thought of a princess using the term "icky". He went over to his closet and pulled out a white kimono. He tossed it to her and she thanked him. "You may use the bathing area, though those doors. I am sure that you don't want to be dirty when you change," he said.
Tenshi grinned. "Domo arigatou, Sesshomaru-sama!" she exclaimed before running into the bathing area, making sure to close the doors behind her. She set the kimono aside and shed her dirty clothes. After checking the temperature of the natural hot spring, she jumped into the water. When she came up she sighed in releif and started to wash herself.
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Sesshomaru found himself pacing in order to keep his resolve. *She may be the envoy sent to help us but she is, dare I think it, beautiful. More so than the creatures of this planet. I could convince Father that the only way to attain peace is through mating... However, with the fire that the princess has, she may not wish for an arranged marriage.* He looked up as the door to the bathing chambers opened. Princess Sincerity came out, clothed in the kimono that he had given her. Although the clothing was much to big, she had fitted it to her body, making her curves show. Her waist was tiny and her chest was ample.
Tenshi blushed under the demons' gaze. She crossed her arms over her chest, hoping that it would get rid of the feeling that he was undressing her with his eyes. "Ano... Sesshomaru-sama, is something wrong?" she asked, hoping to break him out of his daze.
Sesshomaru shook his head and turned away. "Please follow me. I wish to eat before the food gets cold," he said. He started to leave the room, but stopped when he noticed that the princess wasn't following him. He looked over his shoulder and quirked an eyebrow at her. "Are you coming?" he smirked.
Pale pink crossed Tenshi's cheeks once more and she nodded. She followed him closely. "Sesshomaru-sama, as your slave, how am I supposed to act?" she asked. *I know that I am only pretending, but I might as well make it convincing,* she thought to herself.
"You must sit behind me while I eat and follow me closely where ever I go. I must also ask that while in the presence of my father and others, that you follow my orders," Sesshomaru said. He knew how hard it would be for a princess to follow the orders of another, but he also knew that if she was going to find out what was going on, then she would have to seem like the real thing.
"All right. I can do that," Tenshi said. She bowed her head and followed him submissively. However, she started to feel ackward when her neck began to cramp. Tenshi straightened and sighed. "Okay, it's not as easy as I thought," she said as she rubbed her neck.
Sesshomaru chuckled. "You do not have to bow your head, "Tenka"," he said, using the name that she had introduced herself as originally. He looked amused as she flushed prettily, a streak of pale pink crossing her cheeks and the bridge of her nose. He opened a set of double doors and stepped into a large dining room.
Tenshi fought the urge to gape at the extravegance of the dining room and followed Sesshomaru. She noticed a pillow behind Sesshomaru's seat and glanced at him, slightly confused. *That must be where I sit,* she thought. She looked at Sesshomaru for conformation and he nodded slightly. After he sat down, she sat down on the pillow, tucking her legs underneath her.
"You have already trained the girl, Sesshomaru? I am impressed," Inutaisho smirked, looked at Tenshi. "I must say that she looks very pretty after being cleaned up." Several of the other demons sitting at the table turned their heads and started to stare.
Tenshi felt her cheeks flame and she glared uncontrollably. A comment rose in her throat but she surpressed it when she heard Sesshomaru growl. She looked at the young demon in slight confusion.
"If you wish to oogle my slave, then do it when I am not present," the heir of the Western Lands snarled. The demons quickly turned their attention elsewhere. Sesshomaru glanced over his shoulder and noticed that Tenshi had bowed her head, but had a small smile on her lips. He turned back to his dinner.
Half-way through dinner, the doors were thrown open by gale-force winds. Lightning trickled into the room and everyone stared at the black haired woman who seemed to control the very weather. Tenshi's eyes widened as she stared at her friend and protector.
Sesshomaru stood and glared at the woman. He moved to stand in front of Tenshi, but noticed that the woman had already started to move towards her. He growled audibly as the woman stood in front of the petite princess.
"Are you totally crazy?! You think I'm going to let you stay in this demon-filled palace without protection?! Do you honestly think that I'd do that?!" Dengeki shouted. She kneeled in front of Tenshi and bowed her head. "Sincerity-hime..."
As soon as those words were out of her mouth, Inutaisho stood in shock. "You are Sincerity?!" he shouted, staring at the petite girl. His staring turned to a harsh glare as he turned his attention to his eldest son. "Did you know of this?"
"I did, father, but only after I threatened to kill her. I am not so trusting that I would let someone serve me, unless I knew more of them," Sesshomaru said. He looked at Tenshi, and noticed that the princess had fallen victim to a tight hug. The princess of Jupiter seemed to be a close friend.
Tenshi finally convinced her closest friend to release her and stood. She bowed to Inutaisho. "I am sorry for my deception, m'lord. However, I wish to discover who it is that wishes for me to either die, or not return home. Please, and I ask this of all that are present here, please pretend that you do not know who I am. Pretend that I am a mere slave-girl."
"That is... acceptable," Inutaisho said. "However, I would like to speak with you in my study, Sincerity-hime. There is much do talk about." He nodded to the Princess of Jupiter before briskly walking out of the dining hall.
Tenshi gulped and looked at Sesshomaru. The young demon was glaring at Dengeki coldly. "Sesshomaru-sama?" she asked softly, reaching out to touch the demon's arm. When he jerked away, she jumped slightly.
"Do not touch me, Princess," he said, emphasizing her royal title as if it was venom. He looked away from the two princesses and turned his attention to his half-brother, who had just come into the dining hall. "Inuyasha, take these two to Chichiue's study. I have pressing matters to attend to." Sesshomaru left the dining hall quickly, leaving the Princess of Haven to fend for herself.
Tenshi stared after the young demon before looking at the one he had called Inuyasha. She smiled slightly. "I'm sorry for this. It seems that I have angered him. Please, will you take us to Inutaisho-sama's study?" she stated.
The young boy grumbled something under his breath but nodded and lead them to the study of the demon lord. He knocked before opening the door. "Chichiue? A couple of onna's are here to see you," he said before leaving. He didn't notice that both girls were giving him looks that could kill.
Tenshi took a deep breath before entering the study, Dengeki acting as her faithful shadow. The Jupiterian princess closed the door softly and they both sat down in front of the powerful demon.
~owari~
In this chapter, I have it revealed that Tenshi is, in truth, the envoy from Haven. I felt that it was slightly rushed, however, because Sesshomaru-sama discovered it right off the bat, and Inutaisho-sama discovered it not an hour later. (Petra: Just face it, Tenshi-chan can't lie or act worth crap!) (Jen: I thought I told you to shut up...)
I won't post the next chapter unless I get eight reviews. Remember, flames are welcome, although I request that flames be sent to my email. I also welcome anyone who wants to argue about Sesshomaru-sama... aim me sometime. ^_^
Oyuki Kimari
By: Oyuki Kimari
Disclaimer: As I have previously stated, Inuyasha does not belong to me. I am not able to be sued, because I barely have enough money to pay my rent every month. (Petra: *brightly* You would get a whole crap-load of manga though!) (Jen: *innocent look* I'll have you know that I haven't bought manga since August, thank you very much.)
Explanaitions: The idea for "The Ties That Bind" actually came from my cousin, although she wanted to make it Gundam Wing instead of Inuyasha. However, she stated that she wanted me to write the story however I wanted. Since I am a proud worshipper of the ground Sesshomaru-sama walks on, I decided to make it Inuyasha. (Petra: *in tears* THANK GOD!!! She's over her Heero-obsession! *cries*) (Jen: _ um... right... I have no comment about that...) The first chapter was finished the day before my cousins' death, and she was so proud of me that she almost cried. She was very emotional like that... She stated that if I had made this with Gundam Wing, then it wouldn't have the ancient feeling that I gave it. So this story is, in all actuality, a dedication to my cousin.
~*~*~*~*~
Sesshomaru pushed "Tenka" into his room quickly and shut the door behind him after he had walked in. He grabbed her by the upper arms and pressed her into the closest wall. "I am not as trusting as my father, bitch. Tell me who you really are, or I shall kill you where you stand."
Tenshi glared. "I cannot tell you. I must keep my identity secret, for I fear that there may be someone attempting to either kill me or keep me from my home in some way. If you are truly the heir to the Western Lands, then please believe me when I say that I am not here to cause trouble. I merely wish to keep the peace."
Sesshomaru noticed that she had emphasized several words during her little speech. His eyes widened slightly and he pulled away from her. "Are you the envoy?" he asked. He sniffed at her, surprised that even though she had been around Kouga and his bitches, she smelled only of herself, the fragrance of light and moon flowers. Her torn kimono was that resereved for one of stature, and although it was stained with dirt and mud, he could tell that it had been pure white at one time.
*How did he..? I didn't think that the inhabitants of Earth were that smart!* Tenshi wondered as her eyes widened. She ducked her head and started to laugh. "I guess, it doesn't do me any good to hide anymore. I am Princess Sincerity Tenshi Celeste of Haven. I was sent here by my mother as an envoy of peace. When myself and my protector got here, Kouga was waiting for us. We were both captured. Please, Sesshomaru-sama, you must not tell your father. I wish to find out who it was that..." Tenshi suddenly broke off and looked out the window. The sky had suddenly become dark with clouds and lightning was hitting the ground.
Sesshomaru followed her gaze and frowned. "It is the dry season. Where has this storm come from?" he asked. He moved to close the balcony doors, but Tenshi grabbed his arm. He turned and glared at the petite princess. "Why do you stop me?"
"Because if you go out there, you'll be struck by the princess of Jupiter. She's mad that I was captured and is looking for me. Just a minute," Tenshi said. She closed her eyes and an unseen wind started to flow around her, lifting her hair out of her face. A golden, ring-like symbol appeared on her forehead and glowed dimly. ~Dengeki-san, please do not worry about me. I am at the palace of the Western Lord. I wish to find out who it was that arranged for me to be captured, so I am masquerading as a slave-girl. I shall be fine.~
Sesshomaru stared at the girl as the symbol disappeared. He looked out the window and was surprised to find that the storm had passed. He turned back to the princess. "Very well. I shall help you in your search for the person who is attempting to get rid of you. However, since you are under the guise of my slave, you must stay with me at all times. I cannot promise your safety otherwise."
Tenshi smiled and nodded. "Very well, Sesshomaru-sama. I thank you for helping me," she said, bowing slightly. "Now, may I please have some different clothes? Mine are very... icky."
Sesshomaru smirked at the thought of a princess using the term "icky". He went over to his closet and pulled out a white kimono. He tossed it to her and she thanked him. "You may use the bathing area, though those doors. I am sure that you don't want to be dirty when you change," he said.
Tenshi grinned. "Domo arigatou, Sesshomaru-sama!" she exclaimed before running into the bathing area, making sure to close the doors behind her. She set the kimono aside and shed her dirty clothes. After checking the temperature of the natural hot spring, she jumped into the water. When she came up she sighed in releif and started to wash herself.
~*~*~*~*~
Sesshomaru found himself pacing in order to keep his resolve. *She may be the envoy sent to help us but she is, dare I think it, beautiful. More so than the creatures of this planet. I could convince Father that the only way to attain peace is through mating... However, with the fire that the princess has, she may not wish for an arranged marriage.* He looked up as the door to the bathing chambers opened. Princess Sincerity came out, clothed in the kimono that he had given her. Although the clothing was much to big, she had fitted it to her body, making her curves show. Her waist was tiny and her chest was ample.
Tenshi blushed under the demons' gaze. She crossed her arms over her chest, hoping that it would get rid of the feeling that he was undressing her with his eyes. "Ano... Sesshomaru-sama, is something wrong?" she asked, hoping to break him out of his daze.
Sesshomaru shook his head and turned away. "Please follow me. I wish to eat before the food gets cold," he said. He started to leave the room, but stopped when he noticed that the princess wasn't following him. He looked over his shoulder and quirked an eyebrow at her. "Are you coming?" he smirked.
Pale pink crossed Tenshi's cheeks once more and she nodded. She followed him closely. "Sesshomaru-sama, as your slave, how am I supposed to act?" she asked. *I know that I am only pretending, but I might as well make it convincing,* she thought to herself.
"You must sit behind me while I eat and follow me closely where ever I go. I must also ask that while in the presence of my father and others, that you follow my orders," Sesshomaru said. He knew how hard it would be for a princess to follow the orders of another, but he also knew that if she was going to find out what was going on, then she would have to seem like the real thing.
"All right. I can do that," Tenshi said. She bowed her head and followed him submissively. However, she started to feel ackward when her neck began to cramp. Tenshi straightened and sighed. "Okay, it's not as easy as I thought," she said as she rubbed her neck.
Sesshomaru chuckled. "You do not have to bow your head, "Tenka"," he said, using the name that she had introduced herself as originally. He looked amused as she flushed prettily, a streak of pale pink crossing her cheeks and the bridge of her nose. He opened a set of double doors and stepped into a large dining room.
Tenshi fought the urge to gape at the extravegance of the dining room and followed Sesshomaru. She noticed a pillow behind Sesshomaru's seat and glanced at him, slightly confused. *That must be where I sit,* she thought. She looked at Sesshomaru for conformation and he nodded slightly. After he sat down, she sat down on the pillow, tucking her legs underneath her.
"You have already trained the girl, Sesshomaru? I am impressed," Inutaisho smirked, looked at Tenshi. "I must say that she looks very pretty after being cleaned up." Several of the other demons sitting at the table turned their heads and started to stare.
Tenshi felt her cheeks flame and she glared uncontrollably. A comment rose in her throat but she surpressed it when she heard Sesshomaru growl. She looked at the young demon in slight confusion.
"If you wish to oogle my slave, then do it when I am not present," the heir of the Western Lands snarled. The demons quickly turned their attention elsewhere. Sesshomaru glanced over his shoulder and noticed that Tenshi had bowed her head, but had a small smile on her lips. He turned back to his dinner.
Half-way through dinner, the doors were thrown open by gale-force winds. Lightning trickled into the room and everyone stared at the black haired woman who seemed to control the very weather. Tenshi's eyes widened as she stared at her friend and protector.
Sesshomaru stood and glared at the woman. He moved to stand in front of Tenshi, but noticed that the woman had already started to move towards her. He growled audibly as the woman stood in front of the petite princess.
"Are you totally crazy?! You think I'm going to let you stay in this demon-filled palace without protection?! Do you honestly think that I'd do that?!" Dengeki shouted. She kneeled in front of Tenshi and bowed her head. "Sincerity-hime..."
As soon as those words were out of her mouth, Inutaisho stood in shock. "You are Sincerity?!" he shouted, staring at the petite girl. His staring turned to a harsh glare as he turned his attention to his eldest son. "Did you know of this?"
"I did, father, but only after I threatened to kill her. I am not so trusting that I would let someone serve me, unless I knew more of them," Sesshomaru said. He looked at Tenshi, and noticed that the princess had fallen victim to a tight hug. The princess of Jupiter seemed to be a close friend.
Tenshi finally convinced her closest friend to release her and stood. She bowed to Inutaisho. "I am sorry for my deception, m'lord. However, I wish to discover who it is that wishes for me to either die, or not return home. Please, and I ask this of all that are present here, please pretend that you do not know who I am. Pretend that I am a mere slave-girl."
"That is... acceptable," Inutaisho said. "However, I would like to speak with you in my study, Sincerity-hime. There is much do talk about." He nodded to the Princess of Jupiter before briskly walking out of the dining hall.
Tenshi gulped and looked at Sesshomaru. The young demon was glaring at Dengeki coldly. "Sesshomaru-sama?" she asked softly, reaching out to touch the demon's arm. When he jerked away, she jumped slightly.
"Do not touch me, Princess," he said, emphasizing her royal title as if it was venom. He looked away from the two princesses and turned his attention to his half-brother, who had just come into the dining hall. "Inuyasha, take these two to Chichiue's study. I have pressing matters to attend to." Sesshomaru left the dining hall quickly, leaving the Princess of Haven to fend for herself.
Tenshi stared after the young demon before looking at the one he had called Inuyasha. She smiled slightly. "I'm sorry for this. It seems that I have angered him. Please, will you take us to Inutaisho-sama's study?" she stated.
The young boy grumbled something under his breath but nodded and lead them to the study of the demon lord. He knocked before opening the door. "Chichiue? A couple of onna's are here to see you," he said before leaving. He didn't notice that both girls were giving him looks that could kill.
Tenshi took a deep breath before entering the study, Dengeki acting as her faithful shadow. The Jupiterian princess closed the door softly and they both sat down in front of the powerful demon.
~owari~
In this chapter, I have it revealed that Tenshi is, in truth, the envoy from Haven. I felt that it was slightly rushed, however, because Sesshomaru-sama discovered it right off the bat, and Inutaisho-sama discovered it not an hour later. (Petra: Just face it, Tenshi-chan can't lie or act worth crap!) (Jen: I thought I told you to shut up...)
I won't post the next chapter unless I get eight reviews. Remember, flames are welcome, although I request that flames be sent to my email. I also welcome anyone who wants to argue about Sesshomaru-sama... aim me sometime. ^_^
Oyuki Kimari