Hello again. How are you all? School has been keeping me from writing and I hate it. sniffs So, now I am back and hopefully you will still like my story even though it won't be coming out as often. Well, better let you get to reading huh? Enjoy!

Disclaimer: I do NOT OWN Inuyasha!

So Tell Me

The small demon walked along in the forest. His grey eyes looked at his mother who seemed to be smiling a bit more. That made him feel better. To know that his mother was happy and that she wouldn't have to worry about that evil man at the Eastern castle. Tama wrinkled his nose at the thought of back there. He wouldn't go back. He had already made up his mind on that one. His eyes then looked to Kija. Now there was a demon he couldn't get a read on. In many ways he was like his mother, but he didn't smell like his mother. A shrug came from the small demon boy as he walked along not even thinking about where they were headed any longer.

Nara laughed as she watched her son walk along in his own little world. She could see so much of Sesshoumaru in this one boy. The way his walked to the way he would look so heartless at times. In her heart, the demoness hoped that her mate wouldn't be angry at her for bearing his child away from the land of the West. Her heart seemed to ache to get back home and explain what happened. Nara's grey eyes looked from Tama to Kija who walked closer to her and placed a hand on her shoulder to let her know that everything was going to be alright. That she shouldn't worry this much.. A small nod came from her as she felt Tama pulling on her dress.

"Mom? How far away is this place?"

"Well, kid...it's pretty far. We should make it home in about two weeks." Kija said, nodding before Nara could explain. "The West is well far west."

"Seriously? We are going to be walking for a long time huh?"

"Yes, Tama." Nara said, smiling warmly.

"Well, might as well not complain. We will get you back to your mate, Miss Nara and your father Tama."

"Can you tell me what he is like?"

"He isn't very social, Tama. Don't worry, he was never mean to your mother. In fact, he won't admit it, but he cares for your mother."

"Wow! Mom?" he asked, looking at Nara. "He must be some really powerful lord."

She nodded and smiled.

"Do you care for him too?"

Her eyes widened and then a small blush came to her face as she thought back on everything that had happened. A smile came to her face as she realized that she did and a whole lot. Many times had she thought about her mate, but she had failed to realize that her heart yearned to be back by his side. Although, she would much rather be in his arms; Nara would never ask such a thing from him. She looked ahead and didn't answer the question.

"You do? Don't ya?" he asked, his eyes holding some childish glee that his mother might actually love his father. Well, it wasn't like she was keeping it a secret.

"Tama, let your mother be. She has much to think about." Kija said, walking close to him as he watched his sister walk on a bit ahead. A sad look came over him as he watched her. He knew that he would never be able to let himself be known. Especially now that Tama was here. He was the heir to the Western Lands and that was a big chore. This demon child didn't know what was in store for him when they arrived home. Kija wasn't to worried about Sesshoumaru disliking the boy. It was his son after all and a pure bred at that. Why wouldn't he?

"Say...Mr. Kija..you kinda smell like my mom. Why?" he asked, sniffing the air around Kija.

"Uh, I don't know what you are talking about kid."

The small demon glared up at the older one. "I have seen you before. There were pictures in my old room." he said, his grey eyes narrowing some.

"I don't think that you should say anything, kid. I don't want to have to hurt you."

"Well, if this demon lord really is my dad, then you couldn't touch me anyways."

Hearing that come from Tama made Kija's eye twitch some as he knew that the boy was right. If he laid a hand on him, Sesshoumaru and Nara would kill him. A sigh came from him. "Look, I know that you don't know the whole story, but just don't tell her alright." he said, looking away.

"Ahh, fine. I won't. But only because you seem to make my mom happy. If you make her cry...then its all over. Uncle..." he said with a wicked grin.

Kija could only glare and a small growl came from him as he watched Tama chuckle some as he walked up to be by his mother's side. Nara looked down and smiled warmly at her son as she placed an arm around him. Kija couldn't believe how mischievous that demon was. He began to wonder if Sesshoumaru had ever been like this. A shudder came from the older demon as he preferred not to think about that. Kija walked up on the other side of Nara and offered a small smile before looking ahead. Soon they would be in the Western Lands. Relief would come over both of them when that would happen. Kija knew that Nara wanted nothing more then to be back where she felt like she was cared for. With both their parents gone and her people forsaking her for seeing the good in someone, of course she was going to want to be with the one person she was loyal to. He looked at her with his blue eyes and wondered why she was so nervous about going back.

Nara kept looking forward. The only thing on her mind was being able to see her mate once again. She knew she would have to explain everything to him. Her greatest worry was Tama. He was stubborn and didn't listen to others well. She didn't want her son to be injured from some remark that he would say to his father. The demoness made up her mind that she would protect him and be there by his side at all times. She couldn't lose something so dear to her. She had lost her only family except for the little one who was holding her hand at the moment.

"So, tell me Mom, what do you think of my father? My real father." he said, looking up at her as they entered the field that would lead them all into the Western Lands.

Nara looked at Tama with a bit of shock on her face as she then looked across the field. "Tama, your father is strong and I want to be with him." she said, as she could feel the sting of tears hit her eyes once again as she felt a strong sense of longing.

"Don't worry mother, you will be there soon." The little demon said, giving her hand a gentle squeeze. His eyes seemed to soften as he tried to comfort her. In some ways, a part of her would show. His sense of caring defiantly came from her as Sesshoumaru had buried that feeling long ago. Tama looked over at Kija and smiled. "Isn't that right, Uncle Kija?"

Kija's eyes widened and then looked away. "Uh...uh...yeah."

Nara laughed as she looked at him. "Mr. Kija...he likes you." she said, her eyes starting to once again gain there shine. Although it was a little, he knew that soon she would be back to her old self. It was only a matter of time with Sesshouamaru by her side.

"I see that." he said, looking away from the two and to the edge of the forest. "When we get to the forest, well shall make camp."

Later on that night, when the three asleep, Kija was curled in a ball whimpering some. It was growing loud enough for Nara who was right next to him to hear. She opened her grey eyes looked over to see Kija shaking some in his sleep. Her brow wrinkled as she sat up some and watched him. He was having a nightmare that much was clear. A hand of hers went to his forehead where he jumped some at the touch. She brushed back some of his hair that had fallen in his face. A worried look came over her face as she heard him whimper once again.

"Come back, Oni-san. Don't leave me." he said, his voice full of sorrow.

Nara lifted his head into her lap and stroked his head. She looked confused by his words. The demoness could only wonder at what he was dreaming. As she watched him, she realized that he wasn't getting any better. So, she opened her mouth and let soft words fill the air. In return his crying stopped and he went silent. After a while, he awakened but didn't open his eyes. Hearing her soothing voice, brought him back to the days when he was a child. He longed to have things back the way they were when the two were both children. But for now, he would just have to enjoy this little piece of heaven.

"Sleep, Kija. Sleep peacefully. Where dreams of happiness lie." she said, before setting his head down on the ground once again. A soft smile to her face as she watched for a little while longer. After a few moments, she laid down once more and looked at the sky. His plea still ringing in her head. 'He must have lost his sister. Poor thing..I know what its like to lose a sibling. I lost mine a long time ago. Perhaps, I shall ask him later.'

End Chapter...

Welp, isn't that so sad? Trust me things will get better. I promise. Please review and tell me if ya love it. See ya soon.