Here it is as promised sooner Chapter 8, left off with Alaric running into his mother trying to get back to the others he collapsed from the poison.
"talking"
'thinking'
"beast talking"
Chapter 8:Home
His head hurt and there was voices, muffled by the pounding of his head. Slowly he could start making out the voices. There was Kagome who sounded panicked because of the poison, there was Inuyasha who was indifferent. Kagome's friends who were assuring her that he was okay. His sister? Well from what he could make out she was barking orders at everyone after all she is able to neutralize it.
"Jaken go get water from the river not far from here." grabbing one of Kagome's reusable cups Ryleigh cut her hand to pour her blood in it everyone watched disgusted at what she was doing when Kikyo tried to stop her.
"Stop blood will not stop the poison from spreading its too late for him." Kikyo putting her hand on her shoulder watched as Ryleigh stopped what she was doing her hair curtained her face as she thought of the time he was poisoned in his child hood.
Flashback
They were visiting the western lord, Currently the Lords were together in the study while the three kids played outside with the watching eyes of the ladies. There was Lady Akira with a baby Kagome and Lady Emiko with a baby boy by the name of Haru. The kids were not paying attention to anything but their game they went too far from the adults eyes, neither party realized the kids went too far nor did they realize a poisonous snake sneaking up on the unsuspecting children til it attacked.
Sesshomaru moved quickly grabbing Ryleigh out of the way with him, thinking Alaric moved out of the way also since he was quicker one out of the twins. That is til he heard his pained scream the snake bit and sent his poison into his system, quickly his mother got the snake away from him while lady Akira took care of the pups and sent for a healer.
Ryleigh ran to her brother grabbing his arm and checking him while crying as she too felt his pain even though it didn't affect her, They knew she couldn't be poisoned like most in fact she can handle as many poisons as Sesshomaru which was found out when Sesshomaru accidentally poisoned her.
"Maru" He heard her call for him he knew it wasn't his mother and Ryleigh only called him that when she was scared, He rushed towards her side watching as she tried to suck the poison out but it just made it spread further. Thinking He came up with an idea.
"Ryleigh" he waited til she had his attention her blue eyes looked so much like a ocean in a storm with the tears pooling in her eyes as she looked to him for answers.
"Use your blood and my poison." Was all that came out his heart hurt seeing her this way. He would never want to see this look on her if he could help it.
"My blood? What would my blood do for him Maru." She asked looking up at him as he brought forth his own poison.
"Because your blood neutralizes poison bc of your abilities and my poison has the same affect for my body combined they should work for him."
End Flash back
And it did it saved his life that day, Sesshomaru came over to the twins taking his hand he did it for her cutting her hand and bringing forth his poison he did it for her. He swore he would never see that look on her again and he never breaks his promises. He pooled her blood and his poison in a cup having Jaken to get it down Alaric's throat so he could bring Ryleigh out of her daze everyone else around was screaming at Sesshomaru for killing Alaric but he ignored them he knew it wouldn't kill him.
"Look at me" he said. Ryleigh didn't look up at first everyone was screaming, yelling calling him a murderer but she knew better and so did he. How would they know? None of them were old enough to know or was there. Growling he demanded her this time "Look at me woman." Sesshomaru was ignoring everyone trying with everything to get her to look up to make it known it was no one's fault this happened. But instead of looking up at him she shot forward to Inuyasha who had raised their father's fang against him.
"You bastard don't ignore me!" Inuyasha was yelling pointing his fang at his older brother. "You killed him! I thought you loved her and you go kill her twin! You're a fucking bastard SESSHOMARU!"
"Yo-" Inuyasha was cut off by a hand wrapped delicately around his neck keeping any air from getting into his lungs. She moved so fast no one seen her besides Sesshomaru. Ryleigh's eyes were a brilliant shade of gold and Sesshomaru didn't have to see her face to know that her beast was out and was very pissed off.
"You will not threaten someone higher than you half breed" She spit out. Inuyasha's eyes were wide as he stared into the demoness in front of him. He knew he messed up but without thinking opened his stupid mouth again.
"Listen bitch, this bastard killed your brother and you're going to defend him?!" He couldn't get out of her grasp so he did the only other thing he knew. He bit her. Growling and throwing him into a tree Sesshomaru saw his opportunity to calm Ryleigh down and save Inuyasha from being killed.
'This time at least' Sesshomaru thought as he came to stand in front of Ryleigh who calmed some when she seen him but was still very angry with everyone.
"Enough, we both know he is not dead. They're not worth the energy let her take back control and you lay dormant for now" He moved closer. He didn't care if they saw this side of him right now she was all that mattered. He stood in front of her speaking softly to only she could hear his words as he put his hand on her cheek. Ryleigh leaned into his hand closing her eyes finally calming down.
Everyone watched they never seen his side of Sesshomaru well besides Kagome and Haru but even that was still rare they never openly showed they cared for each other in such a way in front of others. Their attention was soon diverted to Alaric who was having a coughing fit.
"What is everyone yelling about?" was the question that came after he was done coughing up the poison. Kagome ran over to her cousin looking him over as he looked at her wondering what the heck she was doing since he was fine.
"You were poisoned and Sesshomaru found you because he noticed you were gone for a really long time and he felt something off about the area and when he brought you back, You weren't waking up and were mumbling words" Kagome said in a rush of words that had everyone to slowly catch up with what she said.
"How is it you are alive and fine?" Said a curious Kikyo
"Because my poison plus that of Ryleigh's blood can neutralize any poison" Sesshomaru stated who was now sitting up against a tree.
"It's true we found out when we were younger not many people know. But about last night I'm afraid it wasn't a snake that poisoned me this time." Sighing he looked towards his sister who came to sit next to Kagome.
"Mother.. She did this to you am I correct?" it was the only thing that would make sense. Naraku is dead and there is peace on the lands the only danger is their mother.. but why so soon.
"If it was your mother why did she let you live?" Kagome asked softly. She was deep in thought when Shippo came over to her.
"Mama is the lady coming after you sooner?" Was the question everyone was thinking.
Standing and stretching his limbs Alaric looked towards everyone that was traveling together, his eyes landed on his beloved sister he cared so much for. He lost his other siblings but not her. No she wouldn't leave him and she had a better chance against their mother than anyone. "She said she was starting with Ryleigh." Was the last words Alaric said before walking the rest of the way to the northern castle.
Everyone watched then looked towards the woman whose name was spoken, no one said a word. There was nothing they could say. She was coming for the oldest twin first, the daughter she tried to kill when she was born and sold away to a sex slave when she was only a babe. For what would she want to kill her own daughter since birth? Easy Ryleigh is the strongest in their family.
Seeing everyone looking at her like at any moment her mother will spring forth and kill her she stood up grabbed young Rin hand, She looked down at the little girl she was becoming to adore. "Shall we? Everyone is waiting for us"
"Yes milady, will you sing Rin a song on the way?" Rin started skipping with her new lady knowing she didn't mind what Rin did.
"Hmm let's see if we can think of one" Chuckling Ryleigh thought of a song that Rin would enjoy. One that shows who they are since Rin reminds her of herself at such a age. When she did she started singing.
Find table spaces, say your social graces
Bow your head, they're pious here
But you and I, we're pioneers, we make our own rules
Our own room, no bias here
Let 'em sell what they are sellin', there are no buyers here
So gather all the rebels now, we'll rebel-rouse and sing aloud
We don't care what they say no way, no way
And we will leave the empty chairs to those who say we can't sit there
We're fine all by ourselves
So hey, we brought our drum and this is how we dance
No mistakin', we make our breaks, if you don't like our 808s
Then leave us alone, 'cause we don't need your policies
We have no apologies for being
Find me where the wild things are (oh my, we'll be alright, don't mind us)
Find me where the wild things are (oh my, we'll be just fine, don't mind us, yeah)
Find me where the wild things are
Ryleigh started spinning Rin and dancing with her while they walked. She kept singing while Rin laughed soon joined by Kagome and Shippo. Sesshomaru and Haru walked behind them both smiling that didn't go unnoticed by anyone besides the ones dancing.
I lose my balance on these eggshells
You tell me to tread, I'd rather be a wild one instead
Don't wanna hang around the in-crowd
The cool kids aren't cool to me
They're not cooler than we are
So hey, we brought our drum and this is how we dance
No mistakin', we make our breaks, if you don't like our 808s
Then leave us alone, cause we don't need your policies
We have no apologies for being
Find me where the wild things are (oh my, we'll be alright, don't mind us)
Find me where the wild things are (oh my, we'll be just fine, don't mind us, yeah)
We will carve our place into time and space
We will find our way, or we'll make a way (say hey, hey, hey)
Find you're great, don't you hide your face
Let it shine, shine, shine, shine, shine, shine
So hey, we brought our drum and this is how we dance
No mistakin', we make our breaks, if you don't like our 808s
Then leave us alone, 'cause we don't need your policies
We have no apologies for being
Find me where the wild things are (oh my, we'll be alright, don't mind us)
Find me where the wild things are (oh my, we'll be just fine, don't mind us, yeah)
Find me where the wild things are.
As Ryleigh finished the song she continued to dance with Rin. Neither of them had a cared in the world it seemed like but the truth was Ryleigh was worried for her brother. She knew she was the stronger twin and that is why her mother was coming for her first. But she knew her brother would do anything to protect her even though she could handle herself. She kept thinking back to the night, before she was found by her uncle and the Inutaisho. The very first night when her mother came into her room and told her she needed to leave with her to somewhere safe.
That was the last night she seen her mother and the rest of her family. She was pulled out of her thoughts by Kagome. "Hey do you think my dad will be happy to see me?" She asked looking down
"Of course he will, you were barely a kid when you left" Looking at her cousin she noticed how sad Kagome looked. So looking up at the sky she recounted her memories to her cousin about all the times he would ignore his work for his only child. How many times he left things for his advisors and council to handle. He loved his family so much and did everything he could to be with them.
"Do not worry Kagome, he will be happy" Smiling Ryleigh looked at Kagome when the children came up to them and said they would race them. Off they went racing after the children to see who was the fastest.
"She's ignoring what Alaric said" Inuyasha said confusingly looking at the rest of their group.
"Yes, it is very strange she looks so relaxed" Miroku questioned next.
"Maybe it hasn't processed yet. I mean they had their memories gone for so long and now they remember everything and everyone." Sango said watching with a smile as the adults pretended to be out of breath for the kids.
"Well whatever it is let's do our best to help them" Inuyasha said. Alaric heard their conversation and smiling to himself he knew whatever the outcome was they wouldn't be alone.
The palace was getting closer they should be there by nightfall. The girls were walking up front talking when someone made themselves known. "Ryleigh?" came a voice that no one thought they would hear. Of course Sango and Kagome both ready themselves for a fight which brought the attention to the boys who quickly caught up readying themselves as well besides Sesshomaru who knew that the man meant no threat.
"What the hell" Inuyasha raised tessaiga. "How the fuck are you alive Bankotsu!" Came the yell as he pushed himself in front of everyone.
"You know what it doesn't matter I'll just kill you again anyway"
"Win-" As soon as Inuyasha was about to attack Ryleigh had ran in front of him which led Sesshomaru and Alaric both to grab Inuyasha and stop him from using the wind scar.
"What the fuck" Came the curse reply.
"Ban!" Ryleigh didn't think she seen her best friend that led her to meeting Sesshomaru. They hugged each other both talking asking about where she's been and why she's missing.
"So you see we had to leave but we're back now and we're going to defeat my mother"
"Well I'll be with you every step of the way, Besides what kind of best friend would I be if I just left you to fight her yourself. After all I helped you escape that monster when we were kids." Giving a bright smile he turned back his attention to the inu-tachi.
"Look I need to apologize for what had happened before with Naraku. I didn't have all my memories just the ones he wanted me to have." Scratching his head he looked at each member of the original tachi.
"I deeply regret what I have done but that is what I have to live with every day"
He didn't expect any of them to forgive him but he was surprised when Kagome hugged him tightly "we all make mistakes but thank you." Blushing she pulled away while Inuyasha glared and Haru smiled. He knew what him and his mate could do for her. His once to be mate he will make sure she is happy and loves someone as much as he loves his mate.
"Come on lets go we're almost there" Alaric called behind him as he was walking with the kids.
It was night when they arrived, You could see the gates and guards posted on and outside the wall as they approached. It was beautiful from what they could see nothing out of the world but beautiful in a simple way. The palace itself was a cream color there were no steps leading up to it but you could tell it had another level on the inside.
"Stop, who is approaching the northern lords palace" the guard announced stepping closer.
"It is the family of the northern lord, His nephew Alaric, niece Ryleigh and daughter Kagome. We have come home and you will allow us entry." Ryleigh spoke stepping into the light for the guards to recognize.
"Lady Ryleigh" He bowed stepping aside they opened the gates which gained the attention of the lord and others.
"Why are my gates opening I am not expecting any visitors." Lord Daiki spoke coming out of his home with his general behind him.
"Dad?" Kagome spoke her eyes were wide. He was everything she remembered of him. His black short spikey hair, his icy blue eyes. He looked at the woman who called him dad and then towards the other occupants.
'Sesshomaru? He hasn't come here since he was a child.. The night they left'
"Daughter is home, So she is home as well"
He looked at everyone that stood in his courtyard. It was late and they had children, He waved for a maid to come forward.
"Prepare rooms for everyone and send for someone to escort them" He spoke before turning to look at his daughter.
"Is it really you, Kagome?" He asked standing in front of the child like woman that looked much like his daughter.
"Yes it's me" The lord smiled bringing his daughter into his arms he whispered how much he has missed her and waited every day for the past years for her to come home. After the small reunion with his daughter he looked at everyone else motioning for them to come inside while they wait for their rooms.
"Lord Sesshomaru what brings you to my home?" He asked with a smile
"Hn" was the reply but it came as no surprise he's always been a person of little words even more so after his niece left.
"Ahh I see now" Looking at his niece who was currently shaking her head at her uncle's antics of trying to embarrass Sesshomaru knowing just as well it will annoy him.
Everyone talked for a bit lord Daiki asked how his mate was and found out she had another child a son he was thrilled for her even though it hurt some they both knew from the prophecy they would not remain together. More questions were to come when a knock on the screen stopped them.
"Enter"
"My lord the rooms are prepared shall I show our guest to them?" Came the maids reply.
"Oh yes" Standing everyone bowed to the lord who smiled at them with such affection "Enough of that there's no reason to be so formal with me. No all of you to sleep Mai will show you to your rooms and I will see you all in the morning."
Walking out of the tea room lord Daiki left for his room in the family wing. The maid motioned for them to follow her to their quarters which some were in the guest wing on the south side of the palace.
First Miroku and Sango rooms and next to them was Inuyasha and Kikyo. Across from them was Sesshomaru and Haru. Rin had a room between the two. Bankostu was on the other side of Inuyasha.
"Where are our rooms?" Kagome asked coming to walk next to the maid.
"In the family wing of course milady" Came the reply as Kagome scrunched up her face. She wasn't use to being away from the others or being called milady.
"Mai you go ahead and show the rooms I remember where mine is" Ryleigh spoke turning the opposite way.
Before Mai could say anything she was gone. Turning back she noticed Alaric must of already headed for his room, Leaving just one. Arriving at Kagome's room she left the miko there bidding her farewell before she turned the corner she called back to her one last time.
"The kitsune room is next to yours."
Kagome put Shippo in his room before walking in hers. The room was beautiful deep lavender colors went perfectly with the cream curtains. Tired and figured she will look around the rest of the room tomorrow Kagome climbed in the queen size bed pulling the covers up over her.
Okay! I promised a longer chapter and here we are. thank you for being patient with me remember Review!