Disclaimer: I do not, nor have I ever owned Inuyasha or it's characters. Damn lawyers and their legal practices!! Sigh, everyone in this chapter I DO own however.

Chapter one

A young woman sat at the edge of pond. Her silver gray eyes glazed in thought. It had been years since her family had been killed, but it still felt like it happened just yesterday. Her breath caught in her chest as she thought of her three younger siblings. They had been too young to die, to young to be hated for things that were not their fault. Damn you mother! Damn you for your inability to stay away from that demon! And damn him for not even having the decency to come back to get his four half-breed children when you died!


Standing up, she pointed to a near by tree and smiled when it blew up. I will never let a man weaken me the way you were. I will become stronger and I show the world what a half-breed can truly do. I am Rhian, and I will --


Rhian, you really need to learn not to talk to yourself. A young boy shouted as he dropped out of a near by tree.


What are you doing here Niran, you little scamp? If your mother knew you were even in the same woods as me she would tan your hide boy.


Come now, how would she know if I'm here with you or not Rhian?


Well, mothers can always seem to tell when their child has done something wrong. Not to mention the fact she walking over here, and is angry as hell-o miss! Didn't see you over --


What have you done to my son half-breed?! a short female wolf demon demanded, her hands clenching her skirt.


I was turning him into a human of course. What else would I do with a full demon child? Well, I guess I could eat him -- but then I hear wolfs don't begin to gain flavor until their much older. How old are you by the way? I haven't eaten yet so --


Niran! Get away from that crazed beast! the woman screamed as she grabbed the protesting boys hand and ran back to her tribe. A sly smile appeared on Rhian's face as she watched them go.


It seems the farther back a demon can trace their family, the more ignorant they become. I wonder if it's due to inbreeding? HA, I bet some of the demon' markings all those snobs brag about are actually birth defects!


Actually miss, most demons tend to breed with different types of demons. At the sound of his voice, Rhian inwardly moaned. It seemed that no matter where she went, that damn wolf demon was going to fallow her!


Get lost Faolan. You're not wanted here.


You wont even think about my offer will you Rhian? You're being foolish!


No! I am being reasonable. Faolan, you are a very sweet demon and I like you a lot. Why can't you get it through that thick head of yours we can't be anything but friends?


If you like me, what's the problem?


Rhian smacked her forehead with her palm. Faolan had deep green eyes and long black hair. he was sweet, caring, and completely oblivious to reality. Faolan, look, I'm tired of this so I'm going to say this once and only once. Hopefully it will get through to that bran of yours. I need a mate who would be able to protect me. You know as well as I do that when it comes to fighting, you're useless. I truly don't mean to hurt you but it can't be helped at this point. I'm so --


Save it. I guess the others were right about you. You're nothing but a stupid, useless half-breed who has been taking advantage of my father's kindness!


Rhian's eyes became as hard and cold as steal. Seeing her anger, Faolan took a step away from her. so much for being a nice, sweet boy' she thought before shouting her response to the boy's accusations. What kindness?! I worked everyday from morning to night to earn the small amount of food your father had sent to me. The rest I went out and hunted for. Believe what you want Faolan, and saw what you want. It doesn't matter anymore weather you forgive me or not. I don't need to be in your family's good graces any longer.


You do if you don't want to starve and be thrown from our land!


Your father has already requested I leave. You finding me saved me a trip to your home. She eyes softened slightly when she saw tears filling his eyes. Remember, he's only 15 years old Rhian! Damn him and his puppy love!'. I'll miss you Faolan, take care and find yourself a nice full demon to mate with. Believe me, it will save you a lot of hell.


Bu-but where are you going?!


To something called the bone eaters well. I hear another half-breed lives near there. I have things I need to ask him.


It was only after she had vanished into the woods that her words hit the boy. His face turned bright red and his ands clenched.


Hope you like it so fare. It's probably very slow right now, but it should pick up later. And don't worry, people you know will be in the next chapter!