Unnatural Silence
By: Seshaddict
Rating: M for content and themes
Type: OOC, Sci-fi & Fantasy, Romance, Adventure and Angst
Summary:
In the future, in a time of lost knowledge; our planet's resources exhausted- and nature traumatized by our human existence, we will face the return of demons- or so it has been told. Very little of magic remains- though there are families who have known of this coming- and whom have trained in faith that there would be a time when it was needed again- the lost arts. And now the time has come- as we, the humans frantic to relearn what we willingly lost- frantic to save what we willingly destroyed- face an army that has returned to claim the world that was once theirs. The demons- they are back. But, perhaps they are not what we must fear- for our pride, our selfishness, and our inability to live with nature may destroy us anyways, and in return destroy them.
Disclaimer:
I do not own InuYasha or any of the characters or plotline in that wonderful Anime. They are the sole property of Rumiko Takahashi. However, there will be characters in this story that do not belong to InuYasha-they are mine- as is the superimposed story line. Please do not make this a legal issue.
Chapter One: The Return of Demons
The starship was set to cruise- and Captain InuYasha Tashio finally closed his eyes to relax for a mere second. The intergalactic battle for the planet Earth and its surrounding constalations had not been as simple as the Demonic generals had thought it would be. Closing his eyes, InuYasha's let his mouth curve in a satisfied smirk as he contemplated that this could possibly be a first in the book of times his father and brother had been wrong.
It was indeed good to know that such a thing was possible.
Keeping his eyes closed- he let his smirk grow wider- yeah, to know his brother- Lord Sesshoumaru Tashio, Prince of the Western Realms had been wrong, to underestimate the humans, was immensely satisfying.
"The bastard needed to realize not everything would always go the way he would wish it", he thought with self satisfaction..
What had been thought would be a simple blitzkrieg attack had failed. Leaving a stunned and disbelieving demon army to turn tail back to the giant battle ships they had placed strategically about the interspace around earth.
He wondered where- or upon whom- Sesshoumaru would be gnashing his teeth about the failed outcome of the last intergalactic battle. The failed mission would mean someone was going to loose their head- and that was the reason why InuYasha had made it a point to miss the stat meeting called together by his father upon the command station that they had set up on the secured surface upon the Moon of Earth….. the first of Earth's frontier to fall.
Perhaps it would be General Naraku's head that Sesshoumaru would decide to sacrifice today……… that would have made the lost battle worth it, InuYasha decided. He slumped into his command seat a bit before opening his eyes- and looking out of the massive bay's windows at the beautiful shimmering planet made of green and blue swirled with white and silver- illuminated in magnificence as the sun lit its rays of golden fire upon its surface…….. the planet Earth.
The planet that was home.
The planet that no longer belonged to them……. ."but hopefully for not too long……", he thought. "Sesshoumaru and father would not accept anything else".
And for all he loathed his older brother- InuYasha knew that what Sesshoumaru wanted, Sesshoumaru got.
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Demon CommandStation No. 5:
Earth. It was a place that held so many memories.
Inu na Tashio- Commander and King of the Western Demon Domains sighed silently. He eyed the sweating generals who had failed to secure what should have been an easy victory over the weak human space forces. Humans that had become the dominant species to inhabit Earth in the interim periods of darkness that the demons had been banished.
Humans. Not so very weak…… Inu Tashio corrected, as his narrowed gold-copper gaze focused out the window of the immense conference room where the demon generals, commanders and ruling Lords and Kings sat. The beautiful planet taunting them, beckoning them back….. it had been too long.
Everyone was trying to hide their ki of fear- and an aura of tightly reigned anger crackled like static and flashed like lightning – as the emotionless handsome face and cold cold gold eyes of Commander Lord Sesshoumaru Tashio focused upon them. Inu Tashio knew his son's fury was white hot within him- tightly reigned- and one wrong answer or word , and someone here would lose their life. Considering many things could not kill a demon- and that most of them had lived through the eons of banishment- waiting to return to the planet that was their home to rule once again- no one wanted it to be their life that was lost to the cold and furious commander Tashio- his first born son.
It was a shame to have lost today. And yet- not so far fetched. After all- it had been a human whom had banished them- placed them beyond their home and world of rule to roam the reaches of space for eons now- until the curse had finally ended. That shift in time and space continuum had been felt by every demon in the army- it meant that Midoriku was dead- and that Earth was calling them back home.
But in the ages that had past since their last lost battle against the human race- Midoriku had obviously trained well those she left behind to foresee this day.
Never underestimate your enemy. Tashio thought. Wishing he had thought of it earlier.
"Incompittant Fool!" he heard, as his mind refocused just in time to see his son flick his wrist- as his poisoned whip came out from the tips of his taloned hand- to slice right down the middle of the unfortunate general Tomu. The eerie glow of the flashing whip that was an extension of his son in moments of fury- channeling the toxic poison that would fill him when he was in rage was a sight to behold. The stench of acid and burnt flesh permeated the air- tightening the roll of fear that made its way through the conference room, making Inu Tashio feel sick. The three other kings felt likewise- if their uncomfortable shifting in their seats was a sign. The stench of failure and the fear- it permeated the room- thick and cloying. It was almost as bad as seeing the tiger demon's face and torso split in half with the muscle, sinew, and brain matter on display from Sesshoumaru's attack. The two commanders seated beside the now dead demon trembled – and were obviously holding back their nausea and fear in worry any movement would attract Sesshoumaru's attentions upon them.
"Do not tell me you could not sense the miko barrier!- all of you have lived to fight in the time of Miko's- and to think that Midoriku would not have one set up is unacceptable." Sesshomaru bit out- his voice unemotional- yet no one dared to breath- for no one there would underestimate the degree of fury their prince reigned in him.
From his seat, the father studied his son.
He was taller than even most demons. Body structure; lithe with tight muscle. There was a grace about him- that and the phenomenal beauty of his appearance that was otherworldly. Yet despite grace and beauty- none would mistake him for female or think to take him lightly. Those whom underestimated him did not live long or suffered torment enough to wish for their deaths. He was not unjust nor unfair- but quick to temper, and just as fast to mett out punishment. Demonic justice was often fast and cruel. A world where the strong ruled and the weak wished to gain strength. – A world in which his son Sesshoumaru was king in all but name and title. Even the Ruling Kings gave deference to the young lord. He was sharp and had a shrewd mind that was rarely wrong, a prowess that few could overcome. In battle he was undefeated, and in strategy he was a wizard that few could beat. With all that, it was unusual that fate had also combined into the pot a personality that inspired others to wish to serve him. Despite his moods and tempers- many catered to his whims and wishes with a loyalty that often stunned Inu Tashio. But one never regretted one's son being great- it was his pride that Sesshoumaru had attained such status in their demon world.
"Tell me Lord Jaken-" Sesshoumaru focused upon the unfortunate Toad general who had led the first line of attack, " why were you unable to use the magic staff of two heads to break the barrier?"
Jaken gulped. But if there was one thing Lord Sesshoumaru tolerated less that failure, it was lies. " It was used, my Leige- but I do not know why it did not succeed. This barrier was different."
Sesshoumaru's sharp gaze zoomed into focus. Silver hair shimmered like spun silk- sat straight and long- not a strand daring to move out of place despite the movements of his head as it turned to face Jaken. It was a well known fact that he could smell information anywhere. Gut instinct, and sincere insight made him one of the best interrogators- and his ability to ferret out info that somehow was vital was renowned.
"What do you mean, Jaken?" his eyes cold and calculating iced over as he continued, " I advise you to be precise in exactly what happened."
Jaken held back gulping again. His life flashed before him. He was either one very dead toad demon or one very lucky one.
"When my division reached the first outerspace near Earth's atmosphere, my Lord- I did indeed use the staff of two heads. The initial barriers did appear to break- Just as we had planned and foresaw. We were able to succeed in entering the first biosphere- but then it was as if anther barrier was erected closer to the surface- one we had not foreseen, nor expected to suddenly appear. This was a different barrier my lord. The purity of its energy much different from other miko barriers I have encountered. It was something the staff was unable to overcome. I asked Lord Tomo and the other Lords whom have knowledge of Miko barriers to aid us in overcoming it. Even our combined efforts hardly dented it- though it seemed to tire. Then it seemed to pulse my lord- against our combined efforts to break it, and next we knew- it purified anything demonic that was in contact with it suddenly. Considering we were using mass power to overcome it- the purification surprised us- and took out half our forces- the best of them. We have not come against anything of its like in history that I am aware of- and it was ….. something individual. It was as if it was alive and pulsating."
Sesshoumaru raised one elegant eyebrown. "Are you going to tell me we lost thousands of forces today because we failed to break through a miko barrier Lord Jaken?" he asked with a voice that was softly dangerous in its cadenses.
Jaken fought the urge to quake. Lord Sesshoumaru was difficult when furious- but never unreasonable.
"My Lord– the barrier in itself was the biggest weapon they had. It Purified thousands of our demonic forces simlultaneously- as well as holding us out of attack range from the planet. It was what precipitated the loss we suffered today. It was not their army nor their fighting technique that gave them this victory."
Jaken remained uncomfortable and silent on completing his explanation. The ax of death could fall at any moment.
"I will vouch for this my Liege," Lord Miyoga of the flea demon sect supported the Toad generals account. Both were ancients in the demon lineage. They had lived through the age of Midoriku- which even Sesshoumaru had not.
"Have we not experience such a weapon or defense in our capture of their satellite moon and their surrounding space fleet stations?" Sesshouarmu fired out the question that nagged everyone. " Why have we never known of such a human power force in our past encounters with them- even in the battles of old?"
"I wish I knew my Lord…. but unfortunately we do not know." ToTosai, Commander of the Magic arts and Attack manouver division calmly answered back. He too had been there at the forefront of the battle unable to believe what they were dealing with. It was unsettling that humans had possibly developed into far superior creatures of power in the ages gone by.
Sesshoumaru silently stared at the bug eyed toad general, the flea general and his weaponry master. All were loyal and intelligent. Jaken himself had broken many a miko barrier in his time- and was in no way incopitant. They had obviously come upon something unexpectedly novel and difficult to over come. This bore investigation.
"This conference is adjourned for the time. I will recall it to account once I have reviewed this new information in more detail. We must plan our next move before they have time to recoup their own losses. If this barrier seemed to weaken - perhaps there is a way to weaken it enough to be overcome."
" This meeting is dismissed." He ended, as he waited for his father to nod consent with the three other ruling Kings, before he rose and strode out of the meeting room. His dissatisfaction and fury were obvious. The sea of demons in his way parted to make way like they did for no other demon lord.
General Naraku fought to hide his aura of dislike and hate and resisted the urge to grit his teeth at the very sight. Simple birthright to so much power and respect should be brought down. It was a thought in regards to Lord Sesshoumaru Tashio that had Naraku trying to unclench his teeth again.
Lord Miyoga noticed the effort- and smiled; unfriendly and coolly he said, " It is a sign of your weakness that your jealousy makes you loath him instead of yearn to become more like him instead. Do not wish him dead- instead wish your self and improve yourself to be better than he- our demon world needs such leaders. We do not need wars between our greatest generals to prove petty jealousies." Before he moved away from the jealous and now seething spider demon.
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Human Space Station and Space Command : Starship 8
Commander Kaede Tamaru had watched from the battleship as the demon forces had advanced. There was not any way in the seven hells they would overcome this immense of an offensive if the demon forces made it through the purity barriers placed about earth since ancient times. Purity barriers still maintained by the mikos who were trained to keep the magic and powers of the ancients in knowledge….. trained for ages of time – generation to generation, incase they would be needed once more …when the demons returned.
Kaede unconsciously held her breath in baited horror- waiting to see if they would advance past the first barrier. With in minutes- the first of 5 barriers was over come- and the enormous demon forces and battle fleets advanced. Like child's play – ridiculous in how simple it was done- the 5 barriers of Midoriku were over come one by one- and the enemy had infiltrated Earth's biosphere. Kaede felt horror and loss. Only the Kami's would know what defense we have now- what our fates as humans are she thought- as she watched the enormous demon battleships advance. Our counterstrike looks like harmless fireworks, she thought desperately. " Is all lost then?" she wondered.
Surprise lit her eyes- and breath held afraid to hope, when suddenly a powerful barrier was erected from no where. This was not a known barrier- this was not even part of the plan…. Was it?
Was there some secret she was not aware of?
She turned to the command station communication line- and got connected with the leading offence commander- Kikyou Tamaru, her sister.
" Kikyou- what is that barrier? – was this known?" As commanding officer aboard the warship- she should have been informed!
Kikyou was in the throws of battle. Her hair was braided back- helmet on, sweat running down her face- and Kaede could see the determination- cold and fierce in her sister's eyes. "I do not know Kaede- I was not aware of any back up barrier." She bit out as she continued to use her miko powers against the enemy forces- channeling it through the ship she was commanding.
Kaede turned back to the bay's windows- watching the barrier- different from any other they had known of. "It had not been there to start with- so where did it come from? Is it possible that there is a miko we have overlooked?" Kaede thought. The barrier was white and pure- pulsating with life energy the like of which none had ever seen. If there was a miko who wielded such power– she pitied the woman. The military would soon be drafting her- and she would have a lot to answer for, such as why she had not come forth already.
This was what had become the use of mikos and monks- and all those with holy powers in the past few months. It was not an option- the defense of humanity's very existence hung by a thread. Such situations broke old traditions and vows- and the very beings meant to keep peace and train others in culture and magic were forced to take the sword of battle.
Mikos. Legends- demons and magic. Things Kaede had never really thought of much while her grandfather had trained her, and told her the stories. It had almost been ingrained folklore. Legend and mystery. The tale of a time so long ago- that there had been forests and trees, and plenty of natural water. Earth herself alive with nature. A time where humans had been the weaker species. The time and legend of Midoriku were tales each child was told- just incase her prediction of the future would come true- that there would be a day when the demons would return.
Then like some Sci-Fi story, some fairytale gone bad, the foreboding part had come true.
The demons had come suddenly. Still human intelligence was unsure why or how the time was now for such a return. Initially cautious, and hoping to make entry with out force, the demons had scout ships go forth- and failed to enter Earth's biosphere.
They had next moved to meet with humans for entrance.
This had been a disaster of a meeting- and as far as Kaede was concerned- would be the cause of humanity's downfall if the demons won.
"They had come to us in peace- asking to be granted entrance. And we initiated this war with our inability to compromise some sort of an agreement." Kaede thought. It had been her point all along that perhaps they (the demons) did not need permission to enter Earth. That they had the power and ability to do so already, and they had merely wanted to prevent a repeat of past events- so they were willing to try peace first. The other's of the comity had not felt nor seen it that way. After all- it had been the demons who had lost – had it not?- so they were likely weaker- and less able to regain earth. There was therefore no need to welcome these long lost inhabitants back.
She easily recalled the dashing and very handsome young demonic captain sent with a small group of other old and much more ancient demons. He had been by her studies, a dog demon. Lord InuYasha. That was his title. Son of the Inu Tashio. He had met with her- and her small group of human emissaries – a first line from both sides to pave the way for more powerful players to meet. Except while the demons had come for peace- the humans had not wanted any compromise or peace from the get go.
"The faults of pride……." Kaede thought.
Kaede had felt instant liking for the dog demon captain. He was arrogant yet friendly- charming in a rough way. His Red colored clothing would have looked odd upon anyone else- yet suited him. They showed traces of the ancient dresses Kaede had seen in museums- but his were like new- and the old museum samples had never indicated how well they suited the man that wore them. Atop his hori was demon armor, and his hair was unbound – a long glorious riot of white unbound silk. Who would have thought that demons could look……… well so very human. Granted he had had ears upon his head that shouted he was not human, but she had not expected demons to look so good. Even Kikyou- whom never let emotion nor attraction control her had looked stunned.
Obviously there had been a translation mistake in history- for demons were portrayed as literal monsters- that had not a mind nor thought except to destroy and to rule. They were to be unable to speak logically and want only to destroy. They were supposedly ugly and crude- or so the tales told assured them.
Yet, the demons sent to meet with them had stunned all the humans. Their very appearance showed how wrong their beliefs and history had been.
Yes, they were tall and well built- even though if you had to describe them; they were sinew and wiry muscle- not actually buffed. It made them appear stronger for some reason than if they had been buffed and muscled. They were so very humanoid, that it was eerie. Added to that unsettling realization was that they were also very handsome. Attractive to any living and breathing human woman- even when she was well aware of what monsters they were. Kaede blushed. She had never seen anyone as handsome as the demons sent to meet them that day. They made human men look colorless and washed out.
Perhaps that had been part of the problem. The male commanders had taken instant dislike to the obvious virility and power, charm and shrewdness so very obvious in these demons. To compete with beings like them would have been next to impossible. And they still did not know exactly the extent of power and magic demons possessed.
Lord InuYasha may have sensed this- for he tried his best to put everyone at ease. He paid not the slightest heed to any woman more than needed for the talks, much to every woman's disappointment and relief. It was like you were attracted beyond explanation ; like a moth to a flame that you knew would destroy you. It was later that Commander Kikyou had brought up the thought that if demon men were so phenomenal, then their woman must be so as well. That realization had put a damper from the female point of view.
Kaede thought back to that day:
She had been seated in the circular conference room, awaiting the arrival of the demon emissary. She had been among the handful of other mikos, priests, and ruling government officials and military commanders there. Restlessness and fear was a toxic mix of emotion that filtered through the room as they waited. Kaede had felt sick in her stomach. What if they were going to kill them- these ugly demons?
Then the door to the highly defended section 8 had slid up- to reveal the demon contagion. They were stunning. The white haired dog demon in red commanded attention immediately. His golden copper gaze took in the room- his eyes seemed to literally assess each being with in. Deeming it safe- his eyes lit up with naughtiness as a smirk graced his mouth as he smiled.
"Lord InuYasha Tashio- Commander of the Western Demonic Forces of the Demon Army. I am here in peace today and wish on the behalf of both humans and demons, that today we begin a friendship that will be one known through history as the day demons and humans learnt to co-exist." His voice rang through the silent hall, powerful and commanding. A voice of friendship. Stunned, the human comity was taken aback by not only the appearance of these beings they had so feared- but by how well they communicated.
"Commander and Leader of the Miko Forces, Earths Military Unit- Commander and Priestess, Kikyou Tamaru." Her sister had voiced out while the others managed to gather their wits about them. Kikyou had always been collected. Nothing ever took her by surprise. "Welcome Lord InuYasha. We are honored to have your presence here- and we hope we will be able to find a solution to this current issue that affects the life of both humans and demons." Kikyou paused, to step forward- looking into the demon lord's eyes. Kaede was stunned to see her sister's eyes study him- and that Kikyou almost blushed…. Almost. "Please come this way my lord." She said, turning to lead him to the seating around the table they had arranged.
Nodding, he followed.
Miroku Hashi, leading commander of the division 8 and of the monks stood. Purple eyes were alight with amusement. He was their chief strategist- shrewdness was his trademark, as was unusual insight.
" Welcome Lord InuYasha-" he intoned, easily smiling. " I must say we are quite stunned yet happy to know that demons appear quite humanoid."
Trust Miroku to take the bull by the horns.
"I was wondering if this is your true form?" the irraciable monk finished. Of course everyone was wondering the same thing- but what if the demons did n't like the question? - this was hardly the ideal way to make peace with a demon.
"So much for shrewd strategy.." Kaede mumbled- stunned when she noted one of the black haired demons look at her and smirk- almost in agreement, as if he had heard her barely whispered words. Kaede shut up after that.
InuYasha had seemed stunned as his gaze me purple ones. Then catching himself, he nodded. "Yes, this is my original form…. And you are?" – though said in a friendly way, there was an undercurrent of something there. Power. Everyone had tensed.
"Miroku." Miroku smiled. " Miroku Hashi. Commander of the 8th division – and Please Lord InuYasha- it was not meant to be rude- but the tales of demons we have known describe demons quite differently. I must say we are all a bit stunned by the beauty of your race."
Lord InuYasha looked stunned again. It took a quiet moment, in which everyone- human and demon alike was tense. Finally the dog demon smirked- " but we are much like humans- there are those that are just as good looking and those just as ugly. " he paused, looking about the room- " though everyone here," he finally said- as his eyes settled upon Kikyou's face "is also quite beautiful."
Miroku gaped for a second- looking at the dog demon- and then at Kikyou, before collecting himself. InuYasha's own eyes had refocused upon the room. "But I am not here to discuss our physical likenesses or differences. I am here to ask if you would be willing to share your world with us. Earth. She was our home too- and blessed with life-spans that extend centuries, many of our people yearn to come home…….." InuYasha said, eyes serious and sincere- as he literally dropped the nuclear bomb of the issue on the table, and put the ball effectively in the human court. There had been no chit- chat nor initial banter. The young demon had got to the point within seconds of entering.
"They are not ones to waste time…" Kaede thought as she studied him.
It was only then that she really looked at and studied the other demons with him.
There was an ancient old man in a striped Hori, hair scraped back from his head tightly held atop it. He was really the least attractive and oldest of them. What sort of demon this old man was, she was not sure- but he had a kind face with wise eyes. He was also sharp- for his eyes were analyzing everyone on the human side as his leader spoke.
There was another with blue green hair, and what appeared to be wings folded upon his back. Long blue hair hung perfectly in place- while a pair of antennae sprouted from his head, not very different from those of butterflies and moths- a moth demon then, Kaede decided. He was also very handsome- but something about the narrowness of his lips and the sharpness of his eyes told her he would not be very kind nor forgiving.
Next was a very handsome black haired man, whose hair curled in a riot down his back. Pale handsome features that somehow appeared calculating, and red red jewel toned eyes. Eyes that had become fixed upon her sister Kikyou ever since InuYasha's comment, regarding human beauty. His attention upon his sister was not unnoticed by either Kikyou or the other demons, but everyone seemed intent on ignoring it. Again Kaede was uncertain what sort of youkai he was. There was nothing typical in his form that told her anything. If anything, he appeared more human than any of the others.
Lastly there was another black haired demon, whose hair was straight and long- appearing like black silk. Eyes were silver- glittering like moonstone, and his human face was stunning, considering his neck appeared to have scales of black mixed in with his skin in the lower regions. His tongue was forked, and his nose a bit large and broad- making him look with his tail, very much like a dragon. Likely was a dragon youkai.
They had come there in hope to form some alliance to share planet Earth would be possible. They all missed their home. They had come to ask permission to return home………….
Kaede felt ill as she continued to watch the galactic battle out of the view window. She watched as several demon ships pressed up against this new barrier- as it pulsed with life. They were combining their energies against it….what were the odds of anything withstanding such force?
Kaede sighed. When a species became dominant, there was first of all no way it was usually willing to share. Secondly, demons were powerful beyond all explanation- or so it had always been told, and the likelihood to invite mass murdering Youkai into your planet with the faith that they would not take over- and become dominant was ludicrous. She had been at the meeting when this point was brought forth by the Priestess Kikyou.
Needless to say- the demon lords there had not liked to hear that.
The meeting initiated to gain trust and friendship ended with cruel words and unspoken threats. The demons remained tight lipped and rational through it all, advising us not to go against them- that their commanding officers would not be as kind once the branch of peace was refused - but that had only fueled the fire of pride and the sense of being threatened among the humans. In the end, Commanding Chief Sango had demanded they leave or be thrown off, when they refused to accept that they would not be allowed upon the planet Earth. Ever.
Kaede still remembered vividly Lord InuYasha's fury. Though he said nothing, his cheeks had developed two purple stripes, and his clawed fingers had lengthened. "So they do turn into monsters?" she had wondered. But he had not. He merely turned and walked out.
Throwing the words, " You will regret this." Behind him as he left.
"And do we regret it?" Kaede wondered now. She saw the barrier become pale as if it was weakening. "We had not been aware of the size of the demon forces that awaited InuYasha's return- nor of their much advanced techonology," Kaede reflected. Not only more advanced science and intelligence futuristically- but also a much much better preserved knowledge of the acient magics than humans ever had. They had so much power from past and present that once the war had begun- and the level of their abilities known- everyone was scared mindless of what would become humanity's outcome if they ever entered Earth.
And it had only been a month.
Already half the human army no longer existed- and half their space battle-stations lay destroyed or fallen. The demons took no prisoners of war for exchange. They did not leave fallen battle stations within their command. Instead they destroyed everything and everyone. If they liked a location- they rebuilt demon stations where humans once had ruled. Human life was extended only if torment was needed to gain information. And in physical power- most humans were helpless. Most. Not all- and by the end of the month, the realization that it would be the descendants of monks and mikos, and the users of ancient magic and cutting edge future science whom would help even withstand the enemy was made.
Last minute regrets had led to human envoys meeting the demon commanding ruler- supposedly Lord InuYasha's brother. It had not gone well. This demon lord had been cold and calculating- refusing peace- but not actually saying so, lulling them into the belief he was contemplating it. Then he had attacked- at the most unexpected time.
And we are pushed to do things to win- such as use men and women of cloth and miko decent to win; to defend ourselves. Kaede knew this, but she didn't like what she was seeing. It was not the mikos and monks she had a problem with- though the peace and understanding these people were to uphold was completely shattered when they were made into warriors. It was the new technology- the genetic mutations and engineering that was ongoing- and developing rapidly- that she abhorred. Station 5- situated upon the moon had been one area of such research- and she was so very glad it had been annihilated by the demonic forces. Much set back to genetic transmutation- but Kaede did not approve of that method. "We could create much more frightening monsters than the demons we fight today." She pondered- unconsciously shivering at the thought.
Then she stared- her mouth agape as she watched the barrier seem to almost shatter- cracks could be seen from the distance she was at. Only it never happened. Instead- as if it had gained power- the barrier became a blinding white once more- then it pulsed once, twice with growing energy- before its surface glazed over with a pink energy that disintegrated any demon or demon ship in contact with its surface at the time.
They simply ceased to exist.
Kaede blinked to clear her eyes- then rushed up to the window- as had everyone else in the control tower- so ascertain that what she had seen was true.
Obviously the demon forces were stunned- They had lost more than half of their army. Then the humans attacked from behind- and the battle began- and Kaede watched, in wonder as she witnessed the first victory for the human forces since the beginning of this mess.
There was someone who had the Sikon No Tama……….. and shit was going to hit the fan.
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Yeah- went completely crazy and wrote this one night.
Again- as far as the story line - I have pretty much plotted out to the end. I think of stories years ahead- and finally work them out in my head. Yeah- Crazy.
Totally nothing typical I hope- and yet in its very difference I fear I will lose a lot of you who love to read InuYasha FF- but it cannot be helped. This is the way this story will go.
Good luck in the reading-
Oh!- never fear- my other tales will go on.
If anything- I would say that this is the story which I will delay updating longer- and TPOD will be the one to wrap up first- but this was like a buzz in my ear - I had to get it out, and so here it is. Hope there are some of you who will stay for the ride- and enjoy it as well.
Sesshaddict.
