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Chapter 1: The Beginning
The crickets are creating their song as a hanyou, a miko, a monk, a youkai exterminator, a kitsune pup, and a fire-cat youkai settle down for the evening. The group had just defeated a snake youkai and was rewarded with two jewel shards.
"Is everyone done with their ramen?" Asked Kagome.
"Yes Kagome. Do you need help cleaning up?" Asked the youkai exterminator, Sango.
"That's alright. You head to the hot springs, and I'll make sure your bath is undisturbed." Said Kagome while leering at the monk.
"Me? Surely I could not be a hentai." Spoke Miroku with an innocent façade.
"Sure…" Mumbled Inu Yasha.
While Kagome cleaned up, Sango went to bathe, and Inu Yasha and Miroku settled in for the night. Kagome tucked Shippou into her sleeping bag before she went to go bathe as well.
"Kagome, when we defeat Naraku, you won't leave me, right?" Asked Shippou with worry in his young, green eyes.
"Of course not! Wherever I go, you go. I promise I'll take care of you Shippou." Said Kagome with a motherly smile. She bid the kit good night as Sango came back.
"It's all yours, Kagome." Said Sango.
As Kagome walked to the hot springs, her appearance changed. Her hair became longer down to her knees and blue highlights ran through it. Her body became more lean and she filled out in all the right places. Her eyes turned a midnight blue, as her nails became claws with purple permanent polish on them. A tail grew out from behind her that was black with blue highlights in it as well. Her clothes shimmered and formed into a white ethereal gown. It was strapless with diamonds and pearls woven into an intricate design of a crescent moon with a pair of wings extended from it. It was straight with slits to her upper thigh for fighting. She had a gold armband that looped like Cleopatra's, but instead of snakes it was flower vines. Her school shoes became golden sandals. Her cheeks had a slash of amethyst across each one, while a gold star with a circle in it appeared on her forehead as well as a gold necklace of a star and the pieces of the Shikon in the middle.
She arrived at the hot springs and removed her clothing. She put a protective barrier up to keep unwanted guests out. As she relaxed, Kagome thought about the past few days…
Flashback
"Momma! I'm home!" Yelled Kagome as she shut the front door behind her.
"Kagome, could you please come in the kitchen for a moment?" Asked Nyako. (AN: I don't know her real name so its gonna be Nyako.)
Kagome took off her shoes and slipped on her slippers. She put her big yellow backpack by the stairs and went into the kitchen to speak with her mother.
"What's up, momma?" Asked Kagome.
"Kagome, I have something important to tell you. You might want to sit down." Said Nyako as she gestured to the chair.
Kagome sat in front of her mother as Nyako sipped her tea.
"Kagome, I hope you won't be angry with me when I tell you this. Just remember that I love you if you feel otherwise after I tell you this." Spoke Nyako as she set her teacup down.
"Momma, what's the matter?" Asked Kagome, now worried about her mother.
"Kagome, I'm not your real mother. You were adopted. I found you by the well when you were just a baby. I wanted a child so bad at the time. I wasn't able to have children. Sota was a surprising miracle. I know I should have told you sooner, but I was so scared of your reaction…I don't think you're from this world…" Said Nyako with tears in her eyes.
"I see…I…need to be alone for a little while…" Said Kagome with her bangs covering her eyes.
Nyako watched as her daughter moved abruptly from her seat and ran up the stairs.
'Please, Forgive me…' Thought Nyako as she finally let the tears out.
In Kagome's room
Kagome lay on her bed crying from the news her mother had just informed her of. She could not believe that what she heard was true. But why would her mother lie to her about this?
'Why? Why didn't she tell me sooner? How can I look at her now? She kept a huge secret from me. Who am I? Where do I come from? Who are my real parents?' Thought Kagome as she cried harder.
"Do not cry, my daughter. I am here to answer your questions." Said an ethereal voice as a blinding light lit the room.
Time stood still. Not a sound could be heard, no people walking on the busy streets of Tokyo, or cars blaring down the road. Kagome sat up as the little dots cleared from her eyes. Before her stood a woman with long black hair with violet highlights that shimmered from the light. She wore a turquoise gown with straps. The gown hugged her figure and fell into a train behind her. She wore golden sandals, a vine bracelet, and a necklace with a star that had an indent of a circle in the middle of it. She had a slash of amethyst on her cheeks as well and the star jewel crest on her forehead.
"My darling Kagome. How I've missed you so. I'm sorry I could not come to you sooner. I had to wait for Nyako to tell you her secret. Let me introduce myself. I am Lady Kita of the Central Lands. And you, dearest daughter, are Lady Kagome Yamato of the Central Lands. Your father was Lord Kisho. We are a very special species. And you are the last of our kind. You are an inu-deity. A demi-goddess. You may have the powers of a priestess, but they are far more advanced than an ordinary priestess. We are descendants from the great Midoriko. She was a goddess that mated with the ancient Lord Ryo of the Central Lands. Our blood never becomes more youkai if we mate with a youkai. We stay a demi-god." She spoke as she sat beside her only daughter.
Looking into Kagome's eyes, "You wish to know of myself and your father, correct?" she stated. Kagome nodded.
"You were born around the time Inutaisho's first son was born. He would be 22 in demon years, in human years he is 1100. You are 19 and 950. Which means you were born before Kikyo. You are not a reincarnation. You are the first original soul. Your father and I love you dearly and we were all happy once. That is until Naraku came about. I put a spell on you that bound your memories and turned you into a human babe so you would be safe... That's why I sent you to the future. The Shikon Jewel is not what everyone thinks. People say it was made up of youkais and Midoriko's soul. She actually created it for her bloodline." Said Kita as she let her daughter take in this new information.
"Why would Midoriko create the jewel for us? The Shikon creates so much pain for others. Why would she create something that is so bad and good?" Asked Kagome as she finally realized what Lady Kita was saying.
"We may be demi-goddesses but we have our weaknesses and strengths as well as any other youkai or human. We aren't undefeatable. We are immortal but we can still be killed. Midoriko created it to help us with protecting this earth, knowing that we wouldn't be able to do it on our own. She also knew that someone like you would be born. Let me explain our royal symbol as well. It is part of the Shikon. The circle represents the inu-gods, while the star is the Central Lands crest. This pendant is the Shikon Star pendant. It is passed down to the first born of our royal family. You have only seen a little bit of that power through the shikon shards. When you collect all the shards, put them into this pendant. Once the jewel is whole it will forever be in this pendant." Explained Lady Kita.
"Lady Kita, why was I sent away and how am I the last demi-goddess? Are you not one yourself?" Asked Kagome.
"You were sent to be protected. You are also very special. You are meant to do great things. Unfortunately, I am not able to tell you of your future or I could cause the future to be destroyed. And to answer your second question, yes. I am a demi-goddess, but I am not of this world anymore. I speak with you through a family bond, meaning I can speak to you when it is absolutely necessary. Your father…I'm not sure if he is alive or not, but he is not a demi-god. He was born an inu-youkai. Now listen carefully. You will receive your powers in the next couple days. You won't need to be trained and you'll learn with your memories what power you have and how to create your own signature move. You must also go to the Central Lands when you are ready to claim your title as Lady of the Central lands. Our people there are quite strong and they are inu-youkais with a few human villages and celestials. They are peaceful youkai that have great knowledge. They can also sense the future. A few of them can actually see it. We have the ability to sense emotions and kis as you already know. It will just keep getting stronger. I believe that our trustworthy advisor is in charge at the moment. I think he goes by Lord Naga now. I hate to leave your questions unanswered, but my time is running out and I can't stop time for much longer. I will see you again, my daughter…I love you. Farwell…" Whispered Lady Kita as a blinding light engulfed her and caused time to return to normal.
"Goodbye…mother…" Whispered Kagome.
Kagome rose from her bed and looked into her mirror. She had transformed after her mother had left. Kagome concentrated her youkai form to go away and returned to her human form. She smiled and went downstairs to forgive her mother and tell her she had to go home.
END FLASHBACK
'-SIGH- I miss Sota, grandpa, and mom. Even Buyo…. I need to leave soon to claim my title. All the shards, except for Naraku and Kouga's, have been collected. I'll leave tomorrow night and head to my home.' Thought Kagome.
As she was about to stand up from the spring a voice stopped her.
"So there is more to you, miko, than meets the eyes." Spoke a cold voice.
Behind a boulder, a naked Sesshoumaru swam towards her.
'Shit! I didn't sense him! I shouldn't have put the barrier up without scanning the area.' Groaned Kagome for her stupid mistake.
Kagome looked up at Sesshoumaru staring into his deep golden eyes. He continued to stare back indifferent to his nudity until he noticed the mark on her forehead.
'She's an inu-deity? Impossible!'
His eyes narrowed as he demanded, "Wench, how do you have the royal symbol of an inu-deity and Central Lands?"
"Because, Lord Sesshoumaru, I am an inu-deity and Ruler of the Central Lands. I have to go claim them in the next couple days." Answered Kagome with a dignified voice.
"What of Lord Naga? Is he not the Lord of the Central Lands?"
"No. He was the advisor that took over when my family was absent." Said Kagome.
"Hmm…I shall escort you to your lands and help you take your title." Stated Sesshoumaru.
"Why? Won't he give me my title when I get there? My mother informed me that he was trustworthy." Spoke Kagome.
"That is true, but he isn't loyal. He's greedy and has sent many demons into my domain to try and destroy me. He wants my lands." Said Sesshoumaru with a detached voice.
"Very well. I am leaving tomorrow night with my pup. If you wish to follow, meet me here. I must go. It's late and I need to rethink my strategy. Goodbye, Lord Sesshoumaru." Said Kagome as she nodded her head.
She got out of the hot spring with lightning fast speed with her tail wrapped around her. She blushed when she was finally dressed and transformed back into a human. She smiled at him and left. Sesshoumaru had been watching her with great interest. He didn't understand why he was going to help her. She was defiant, emotional, an enemy, and his brother's wench for crying out loud.
'I must be getting soft.' Thought Sesshoumaru as he sighed and decided it was time for him to return to his home.
The next day…
The Inu group continued on their hunt. The day was quite peaceful. The group looked for more shards, unknown to them that there were no more to be found. Kagome wanted to tell them before she left. They defeated a boar youkai that was trying to get the rest of the shards from Kagome, but Inu Yasha's Wind Scar took care of it quickly. They continued to walk until Inu Yasha smelled something and Kagome sensed two shards.
"Two shards heading fast this way." Said Kagome, knowing exactly who was coming.
As the group prepared for battle, a whirlwind blew dust into their vision.
"Hey dog-turd! You better have been taking good care of my woman!" Smirked Kouga.
"She ain't your woman! Ya wimpy wolf!"
Kouga snarled and walked past Inu Yasha to Kagome.
"Kagome, will you not reconsider coming with me? I'll find all the shards faster than dog-turd over there." Said Kouga with a snort in Inu Yasha's direction.
"Hey!" yelled Inu Yasha indignantly.
"I'm sorry, Kouga, but I'm helping Inu Yasha. Please understand." Pleaded Kagome.
"Very well. But I shall return to claim you as my mate. So long, Kagome!" With that, Kouga took off in a whirlwind of dust.
"That mangy wolf! Who does he think he is?" Grumbled Inu Yasha for the rest of the day.
The sun was beginning to set, so the group decided to make camp. Inu Yasha and Miroku went to hunt for food as Sango, Kagome and Shippou built the fire.
"Sango, I need to tell you something. It's extremely important and I need help." Said Kagome as she piled wood together.
"What is it, Kagome?"
"I'm leaving tonight."
"To go home?"
" Yes, but not the future."
"What do you mean?" Asked Sango.
"I'm going to my home, the Central Lands. I have to go reclaim my title."
"What? Your title?"
"Let me explain and please don't interrupt until I am finished." With a deep breath, "I am Kagome Yamato, Lady of the Central Lands and last inu-deity. I just found out recently and have been regaining my memories. I need to go home and defeat Lord Naga, who has been controlling my lands. I will be leaving after dinner and a bath. I want you to come bathe with me, then return without me and tell the others where I have gone. Can you do that for me?" Pleaded Kagome as she stared into Sango's eyes.
"Of course, but can you do something for me?"
"What is it?"
"Can you show me your true form?" Asked Sango.
"Yeah, but I'll do it before we bathe, alright?" Giggled Kagome.
Sango nodded as they went back to prepare for dinner. Shippou sat eating his chocolate as he thought about what Kagome and Sango just discussed.
'I hope Kagome doesn't leave me. She said she wouldn't, but I don't want to stay here without her. She's like a mother to me…' Thought Shippou as he started to cry.
Kagome scented Shippou's tears and felt his distress right away.
"Shippou, what's wrong?" Asked a concerned Kagome.
"Idon'twantyoutogoandleaveme!Youpromisedyouwouldn't.Pleasedon'tleaveme,mama!" Cried Shippou as he spoke in a rush.
"Baby, calm down, shh…that's better. Now why would you think that I would leave you? I think of you as my pup. I was going to take you with me." Calmed Kagome.
"You think of me as your pup? Does that mean you'll be my mama?" Asked Shippou with a desperate hopeful voice.
"Of course! Now don't tell Inu Yasha when he gets back about what's going on, alright? He wouldn't let us leave if he did."
"I won't mama, I promise!" Said an excited Shippou.
"Good. Now let's finish getting the stuff out of my backpack. I sense Inu Yasha and Miroku on their way back." Stated Kagome.
As Miroku and Inu Yasha arrived at the camp, unbeknownst to them, an angelic creature was lurking in the woods studying the young deity.
'Why do I wish to help her? She is of no importance and This Sesshoumaru is not helping her, but making sure that Lord Naga stays out of This Sesshoumaru's way.' Satisfied with his answer, Sesshoumaru returned to his camp to await the young woman.
When the group finished their meal, they settled down to relax from the exhausting day. All of a sudden Inu Yasha sat up and sniffed the air. He took off into the woods not telling anyone where he was going. Kagome, worried about him, followed him and transformed to catch up. Using demon speed, she scented Inu Yasha and the scent of clay and dirt.
'Kikyo' Thought Kagome with a pang in her heart.
She sped up but was quiet as snow touching the earth. She came upon a scene that broke her heart. There in the clearing was Inu Yasha embracing Kikyo in a loving embrace. Kagome concentrated on their conversation.
"Inu Yasha, why do you still depend on my reincarnation? I could find the jewel shards for you. Then we could bring me back to life, make you human, and be happy like we were suppose to be. Don't you want that?" Spoke Kikyo.
"Yes, but I need Sango and Miroku's help as well and if Kagome leaves they leave. I know I can't defeat Naraku by myself. Do you understand?" Asked Inu Yasha with a glazed look in his eyes.
"Tell me this Inu Yasha. Do you care more about her than I?" Asked Kikyo as she held Inu Yasha tighter.
"Of course not! I love you and only you. No one could replace you. The wench is only a shard detector." Said Inu Yasha with finality.
That was the last straw for Kagome. She saw red. Her claws grew longer and her eyes turned blood red.
"How dare you! I have done nothing but help you and this is how you repay me!" Raged Kagome.
"Ka…Kagome! What are you doing here and what happened to you!" Panicked Inu Yasha.
"Seems like my reincarnation has become an inu-youkai. A miko youkai. How ironic! You are a disgrace to all mikos! Midoriko would purify you if she were alive!" Degraded Kikyo.
"Don't be so sure Kikyo. Do you wish to know the truth about Midoriko? She mated an inu-youkai. Specifically Lord Ryo of the Central Lands and do you understand what that means?" Asked Kagome with hatred in her beautiful blue eyes.
As they shook their heads negatively, Kagome answered, "That means that I am Lady of the Central Lands and descendant of Midoriko herself. The jewel was created for her children, which means that the jewel is rightfully mine. Also, the jewel may be used for power, but cannot be wished upon by anyone except one of her descendants. I am the last inu-deity. Midoriko was not a miko, but a goddess. You may have part of my soul Kikyo, but don't think I can't take it away from you right this moment. The only reason you were able to get it from me is because I didn't have my powers or transformation at the time. But don't worry yet, I have other plans for you."
Inu Yasha and Kikyo looked horrified after hearing Kagome's speech. It seemed as if she turned into a different person: sophisticated, graceful, royal, a great beauty, and powerful. All these things combined made Inu Yasha rethink his decision. His demon side thought to have his way with her. 'Fuck her!'
Kikyo, on the other hand, was in a panic. ' How can this girl be an inu-deity and how could Midoriko mate a youkai!'
"Inu Yasha, I gave you everything, even my heart. But now you have broken it and I will never give it to you again. Remember what you have given up. I will not stay with you. I'm leaving and I don't wish to see you ever. Sango knows where I am headed. Goodbye, Inu Yasha…" Spoke Kagome as a tear slid down her face.
In a flash she was gone as Inu Yasha and Kikyo stood in the clearing, looking at the spot Kagome just occupied.
When Kagome reappeared, she was at the hot springs crying for her broken heart. She looked into her reflection in the water.
"No! This will not be me! I will not cry for him. I am strong. I don't need him." With that Kagome took a deep breath, concentrated on her power, and put each of her emotions in check. When she looked at herself again, she had a stoic expression with cold eyes.
"You can come out now, Sesshoumaru." Said Kagome in an icy voice.
"I saw your weakling display. I see you have come to control yourself. But your anger still shows especially being called weak."
"Do not underestimate me. You have no idea to what extent my powers can become. It would be wise of you not to test me."
Sesshoumaru growled at that. Being treated as a lowly youkai was not something he took lightly.
"Anyways, I will be leaving shortly if you wish to follow. I shall retrieve my pup and my things and be back here shortly, then we shall leave." Said Kagome as she engulfed herself in bright light and once again disappeared.
'That stupid bitch! I shall have to teach her a lesson.' Thought Sesshoumaru.
Kagome arrived at the camp and sensed Inu Yasha had not returned yet, leaving her plenty of time to leave without seeing him.
"Sango, I'm leaving now. Inu Yasha knows what I am and knows that I am leaving. I'm sorry I can't stay, but I must leave quickly." Said Kagome in a less cold voice. "I shall write to you and send a servant to deliver my letters. If you need me, take this."
Kagome handed her a gold whistle with diamonds encrusted into it forming her royal symbol. The whistle resembled a dog whistle.
"Only I will be able to hear it. Take good care of yourself and don't beat up the monk too much. He cares deeply for you." Spoke Kagome as a tear escaped her eye.
"Goodbye, Kagome." Cried Sango.
Within a second Kagome and Shippou were gone with her things.
Kagome walked through the forest slowly, contemplating what she would do when she got to the Central Lands.
'Will my people accept me? How have my lands changed? I feel like I'm forgetting some things about my past. I guess all my memories aren't back yet. When I regain my title, a few things are going to change. First, in my lands, humans and youkais will get along. Second, the castle will be decorated to my liking. Third, I'll clear my lands of the evil youkais. And fourth, I will be gaining full control of my council and become stronger, undefeatable. But before I can finish all of that, I must retrieve the shards of the Shikon Jewel.' With that in mind, Kagome sped up towards the hot springs.
Kagome and Shippou arrived at the hot springs where they saw Sesshoumaru waiting.
"Momma, why is Sesshoumaru here?" Asked Shippou in a terrified voice.
"It's alright, Shippou. Sesshoumaru is coming to the Central Lands to make sure I am able to dispose of Lord Naga. Which I will have no problem with." Spoke Kagome while glaring at Sesshoumaru.
'She is wise. She knows I will not help her and does not lie to her kit. Hmm…I wonder how she acquired the kit.' Pondered Sesshoumaru.
"Woman, we will not be heading straight to the Central Lands. We shall go to the Western lands and you shall learn of Lord Naga. He is stronger than you think." Demanded Sesshoumaru.
"My name is Kagome! KA-GO-ME! Not Woman, wench, bitch, or any of those other names, got it? Show a little damn respect! I use your name so you can use mine!" Growled Kagome.
'What is with this guy? I lose control of my emotions when I'm around him. Must be nerves…' Thought Kagome.
"Very well, as long as you never screech like that again and agree to go to the Western Lands."
"Agreed, but my pup is joining us." Stated Kagome.
"Obviously…" Mumbled Sesshoumaru as they set off for the Western Lands.
They walked leisurely on the path to Sesshoumaru's lands. Neither adult spoke and Shippou was asleep considering it was quite late. The moon was full and crickets were chirping.
"The Western Lands are about a day away at this rate. Shall we pick up the pace?" As Sesshoumaru said this he formed his ki cloud, but before he could use it Kagome transferred them (in a flash of light) to the front of a barrier that protected the Western Palace. Sesshoumaru dropped the barrier as Kagome followed at a slower pace.
'That transfer really wore me out, but I'll make it to the palace. I will not let Sesshoumaru see me as weak! Reminder to self: don't transfer long distance unless in an emergency. Ooo! I can see the palace! Whoa…' Thought Kagome in awe with her mouth hanging open slightly.
Sesshoumaru saw her expression and was quite pleased. 'Wait. Why would I be pleased that she approves of my home? Maybe it is because she is a deity and I should show her a little respect.'
They reached the gates as the guards opened them. A servant came to greet her Lord.
"Welcome home my Lord. I trust your journey was well?" Asked the older youkai.
She was another inu-youkai. She had dark brown hair with strands of gray, green eyes and a friendly serene smile. She held her posture in a formal way and looked like she was only 40, but Kagome knew how deceiving looks could be. The only way Kagome could range her age was from her deity powers.
"Sakura, you know formalities are not required." Said Sesshoumaru with softer eyes.
"My apologies, Sesshy. I only thought, since you had company, that it would be proper." Answered Sakura.
"What was that? Sesshy? Hahaha!" Laughed Kagome.
"Sakura, could you prepare a room for Lady Kagome and one for her pup?" Asked Sesshoumaru while he glared at Kagome.
As Sakura left to do Sesshoumaru's bidding, Sesshoumaru turned to Kagome.
"Don't ever…" But before he could finish his sentence, Kagome swayed and was falling toward the earth. Sesshoumaru caught her before she fell.
"Sorry…about laughing. I think I need to lay down. I used too much power transferring all…of…us…here…" Whispered Kagome as she fell asleep.
'-SIGH- I guess I'll have to carry her to her room.'
Sesshoumaru entered his palace. He passed various paintings of stories and objects of obvious wealth. The floor was made out of marble while the walls were made of granite. White columns were on the sides of the hall and tapestries were used as drapes. The palace had a more European look. All in all, the inside was just as majestic as the outside. Sesshoumaru stopped at a wooden door with an intricate design of a female inu-youkai lying in a garden of roses.
As he entered the room, a fireplace lit up and the room shown of gold and white. An Oriental rug lay on the floor, a vanity and armoire was in the corner of the room against the wall with a full-length mirror. A desk was placed close to the window and a balcony with breakfast furniture was outside, but the most extravagant feature of the room was the humongous bed. It had a golden blanket and pristine white sheets. It was a wooden canopy and had sheer golden curtains with a white tassel to open the curtains. The room was magnificent.
Sesshoumaru sat Kagome and Shippou on the bed.
'She truly is beautiful. My brother is also a bigger fool than I thought. She may be beautiful, but no one shall break This Sesshoumaru.' With a determined mind, Sesshoumaru left Kagome's room to retire to his own next door.
End Chappie!
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