Lilium: Purity And Darkness
Disclaimer: I DO NOT OWN INUYASHA THOUGH I DID CREATE THIS STORY.
Summary-
Sesshomaru has been keeping a secret from the others. He knows who Kagome truely is but the miko doesn't remember. A tale of two past lovers unravels revealing a creature who is a being of destruction. Can Sesshomaru put an end to her or will he let his heart get in the way once again. KagsXSess
CHAPTER 5 - Guest in the West
Lilium knocked on the large door then silently waited for his approval for her to come in.
" You may enter" A deep voice spoke from the other side.
The girl slowly twisted the knob and walked in. Once inside she sat in the chair across the regal figure behind the desk.
" So nice to finally meet you Lilium " The Western Lord greeted her with a warm smile and an out stretched hand.
Lilium shot him a skeptical look then rolled her eyes in annoyance.
' How dare he smile in my face as if he does not want me dead ' her eyes narrowed to slits.
" I'm flattered Inutaisho but I'm sorry I can not say the same " She spat.
The Inu dropped his hand with a sigh and sat back in his chair.
" I have brought you here to Apologize " Lilium's eyes widened as he continued. " For years I have tried to track you down, but you remained hidden"
" What else am I supposed to do when I have youkai trying to kill me! " She snapped.
The taiyoukai watched in amazement as her eyes changed colors.
" I know what they did to you. I could scent it all around the area. " His face twisted in disgust. " I might have ordered them to destroy you to prevent future harm to my lands but I would never tell them to do it in such a foul and dishonorable way. "
Lilium observed the taiyoukai closely as he spoke and felt regret seeping out of him in waves.
" I do not hold you responsible for their deaths so I will not punish you "
" Yay me! " Lilium mumbled with sarcasm.
Inutaisho smirked.
" I've noticed my Son has been leaving the palace alot lately. Do you perhaps have a explanation for this? "
Lilium's eyes harden " I am not Sesshomaru's keeper Lord Inutaisho. I do not know where he goes. "
" Funny because every time he leaves he return covered with the scent of a certain female " Inutaisho teased knowingly.
Lilium looked away to avoid the gleam in his golden orbs.
" Do you still want to kill me? " She whispered.
The Daiyoukai studied her for a while before replying.
" No ... I don't think I could kill my possible Daughter in law. "
He chuckled when the woman blushed.
" My son has never taken extreme interest in anything except war. You're perhaps my only chance at grand children. "
Lilium quickly changed the subject. " So this about me staying here is true? "
The Taiyoukai nodded. " Hai ... many youkai are after you but here you will be protected. The gods have decided that you are no longer their problem and left it up to youkai to destroy you unless things get out of hand. Here I can persuade them to let you be unless you become a threat."
"Why are you helping me? " She asked. The question seemed to repeat in her head throughout their conversation.
Inutaisho sighed and glanced at the papers on his desk.
" I was never really a father to Sesshomaru. He's never had any one to care for besides his younger brother who was slaughtered by humans years ago. " He missed Lilium's twitch " I want my son to be happy. "
" And you actually believe that I , a cold killer who craves blood , can make your son happy? " Lilium raise an eye brow.
" Yes " The Western lord stated sincerely.
The girl twirled her fingers around each other nervously before some one knocked on the door.
" That must be Mai, Sesshomaru's Mother " Inutaisho Predicted. Lilium quickly rose to her feet and bowed respectfully.
" I guess I should probably get going then ... Thanks for Your offer Inutaisho. I think I may accept. Your arrogant son intrigues me and its hard to find anything more entertaining than battle. " She quickly turned to avoid the grin she somehow knew formed on his lips.
" Thats great to hear ... and Lilium, " Lilium paused to look back at the Lord's call.
" We all make mistakes and sin its a part of life. No ones perfect ... but do remember You will only be forgiven if you are truly sorry and forgive those who want to be forgiven "
The girl waited a moment to let his wise words soak in before she nodded then opened the door.
" About time " A rude voice snared once the door was open. Lilium lifted her head to meet the glaring eyes of Sesshomaru's mother. She looked like the female version of Sesshomaru with her intense narrow eyes and sharp features.
" Another One of your Whores Toga? " She questioned while brushing past Lilium.
" Excuse me! " Lilium twirled around and growled at the woman's back as she continued to move forward to the Taiyoukai's desk.
" I have issues to discuss with you Toga tell your cheap Harlot to leave at once "
" I'm no harlot you bitter bitch! " Lilium cracked her knuckles angrily. " Insult me again and I'll taint that pretty white kimono of yours with your blood! "
The Female daiyoukai's eyes flashed red. " How dare you-"
" How Dare you! " Lilium hissed; the realm of her eyes turning silver. She did not care if this was the lady of the west the bitch insulted her so no respect would be shown.
" Thats enough! " Inutaisho shouted " Mai as the Lady of the West you should know better than to disrespect guest! Lilium I am terribly sorry for my mate's manners "
The Female Inu Froze at Lilium's name as if her blood ran cold. She looked the girl over and pointed an accusing finger.
" You ... The being- " She drifted off as fear took over her aura.
Lilium snorted and turned away in disgust.
" Talk to you later old man " She called making the elder taiyoukai smile.
" Same here! "
Lilium walked out of the room and walked to the only room in the palace she knew.
Sesshomaru's room. She used her nose to detect the area where his scent was mostly at and used her powers to appeared in front of it.The girl inhaled deeply then smiled. ' Good he's here ' Lilium thought and reached for the doors handle.
The Western prince smelled like a rainy day in the forest. There was no paticular name for the scent and she'd never met anyone with a smell like it not even his father whom smelled of forest wood and waterfalls.
" This Sesshomaru did not tell you to come in Girl " The Prince stated passively as she closed the door behind her.
Lilium grinned.
" To bad because I'm already in " She stated while walking toward his bed, where he laid on his back with his hands behind his head.
" Hn " was his usual indifferent reply. Lilium sneered.
"You'll never make friends if you talk like that fluffy "She lectured.
" I do not need friends Demented one " The taiyoukai growled. " And do not call me that again "
The girl pouted when he turned his head.
" Thats no fair you gave me a name!" She whined.
The prince felt his lips twitch with amusement as his golden eyes focused on her once again.
" Yes but Your name is fitting "
Though his voice was as dead and void of emotion as ever she knew from the slight glimmer in his eye that he was teasing her.
She quickly turned to hide her blush.
"You are so difficult "
She could hear him sitting up as the sheets on the bed shuffled.
" Would you like this Sesshomaru to be easy? "
Her cheeks turned a darker shade of red.
" Thats not what I meant you-" Her words were cut short.
" Then what did you perhaps mean? "
" I meant- I " He interrupted again.
"Why do you seem so tense Woman "
"SHUT UP SESSHOMARU! "
The western prince actually laughed. Lilium had twirled around chest heaved , cheeks flushed , face twisted , her finger pointed , and yelled for him to stop teasing her.Her anger instantly melted away at the wonderful sound.
" You should laugh more often " She smoothly advised.
His laughter was immediately replaced by his indifferent mask once again.
" Why are you here? " She almost winced at his cruel tone. He made her sound like some kind of nuisance and for some reason she didn't want him to think of her like that.
" I didnt have any where else to go ... I don't know where my room is "
She watched as he nonchalantly flicked away a silver strand of hair from his face.
His eyes did not return to hers as he spoke.
" Your room is the one directly across from mines. I want to know where you are at all times to make sure you are not causing any harm to my people "
Lilium's eyes hardened. " Is that so? " Her voice was harsh and the Taiyoukai's head tilted upward to see her heading toward the door.
" I guess I should be leaving now then "
Sesshomaru silently watched as the door closed behind her and didn't once make a move to stop it.
Days passed and still the two did not speak. Besides from going to the gardens and conversating with Inutaisho, Lilium remained locked in her room. The prince noticed this and often sent servants to check up on her though she refused to let them in.
' I do not want My room to reek of the disgusting scent of fear ' He would always hear her yell before slamming the door.
Sesshomaru sighed and tried to focus on the papers on his desk, but his mind continued to stray to the crazy woman with raven hair and azure eyes that flashed silver whenever she felt threatened.
" At this rate you'll never get things done around here son. Why don't you two just kiss and make up? " Golden eyes narrowed as they landed on his father. The young prince hadn't spoken to him since he found out he'd mated a human. Nothing could describe the anger and disappointment he felt for his father. How could he betray his mate? How could he betray his Blood line? How could he betray his son?
Did he have any honor at all?
Inutaisho sensed the anger from his sons aura and sighed.
" Shes not youkai either you know" The elder Inu stated knowingly.
" But she is not human " Sesshomaru snarled.
" It does not matter she is outside our species because she is not Inu like us. The blood line will still be tainted and not pure so tell me would you give her away to another male, because of you stupid pride"
Sesshomaru turned away with a snort.
" This Sesshomaru needs no one "
Inutaisho barred his teeth at his son then stormed toward the door.
" Be a fool and another gain your treasures if you want. The Inu of this castle lust for her, I can see it and if you were wise you would open your eyes to see also "
Sesshomaru glared at his back until it was blocked from his site by the large wooden door.
" This Sesshomaru needs no one " He repeated. If only he convince himself the words he spoke were true.
After taking a long relaxing soak in her private hot springs Lilium slipped into her night robe and prepared for bed.
She used a towel to dry her wavy locks off the best she could then carelessly tossed it to the side. She turned off the lamp inside her room and climbed underneath the covers of her comfy bed." Sesshomaru you bastard " Lilium Mumbled before drifting to sleep.
The next morning She woke with a sleepy yawn. Her azure eyes opened and caught sight of the sun's rays peaking through her window.A light smile adorned her features as she snuggled closer to the comforting warmth of her bed.
" I've haven't slept like that in years " She mused groggily.
A slight rumble from behind made her body tense, her breath hitched when she looked down to find two arms with magenta stripes wrapped around her waist.
" You've finally woken " A husky voice whispered against her ear.
She felt her legs tremble underneath the covers and rub against his. His head dropped between the dip of her neck and he started to nuzzle it.
" Sesshomaru " She paused to catch her breath when his claws tapped against the side of her hip. " What are you doing in my bed "
" Sleeping with you " He stated as if it were usual for him to do so.
"What do you mean ' Sleeping with you '? " Lilium's voice grew higher in pitch. " Don't you have your own bed! " She squeaked.
Tender lips pressed firmly against the flesh of her neck. She shuttered as his fangs slightly grazed her afterwards.
" You have not been speaking to me " He declared.
" S-So .. " She bit her lip to prevent from moaning at his seductive nibbles and kisses.
" My beast does not like it "
Lilium glanced over her shoulder to see two red orbs peering at her.
" He's very selfish and does not like to be ignored "
His chest vibrated against her back as he growled and pulled her closer to him in a possessive manner. Lilium felt heat pool at the bottom of her stomach then caught the slight twitch of his nose. Which indicated he had smelt something.
"I will not avoid you again " She twisted in his arms and pushed him away before anything could happen between them.
The taiyoukai's eyes returned to gold at her statement.
" Good "
He released her and calmly got out of bed then walked to the door.
Azure eyes remained glued to his figure as his long silver hair against his back with each step, covering the beautiful pale skin underneath.
" For now on you will spar with me everyday " He ordered before walking out.
The girl was in such a daze she didn't even reply.
Lilium sighed. ' Why the hell did I agree to stay here again? ' She wondered for the umpteenth time.
It had been only a couple of weeks at the Castle and she was about ready to kill everyone out of fustration.She had a terrible itch to draw blood ... starting with that bitch of Mother Mai. It was so hard to stay blood sober. Which she often referred to describe her blood craving state. Blood was like a intoxicating beverage that she was addicted to.
Lilium growled at the heavy scent of arousal she inhaled while passing a group of inu males.
' Filthy Manly scum 'She mentally cursed. She could feel them undress her with their eyes when she passed and wanted nothing more than to castrate them on the spot as they shamelessly gawked at her like a piece of meat waiting to be devoured.
Yes she would kill them all once she finally came to her senses, she decided.They were highly annoying but at least they didn't anger her like a certain youkai bitch.Lilium rolled her eyes as she came to face to face with said ' bitch' when crossing to Sessomaru's chambers.
" Well isn't this a pleasant surprise " Mai greeted sarcastically.
Lilium remained indifferent and continued her way down the hall ignoring the elder woman.
" What brings you to my sons Chambers this early? " Mai pressed as she walked beside her.
Lilium huffed out of annoyance.
" It doesn't concern you " She answered dryly.
Mai bit back a growl and eyed the girl. Lilium could still sense fear from her aura though it was faint.
" Well I hope you don't get too attached to my son, he'll have a mate soon " She stated with fake concern.
Lilium paused a moment before replying with a devious smirk.
" I don't see why not. Toga Mated you yet a human is pregnant with his child "
Mai's body trembled with rage and her cheeks flamed bright red with embarrassment.
" Why you little- "
" The Inu Clan of the Silver Crescent Moon does not involve you , therefore; our business does not concern you, woman. " A familiar voice intruded in an icy tone.
The two women glanced up to find the taiyoukai prince leaning against the door frame to his office.
His golden eyes focused on the raven haired girl as she stepped closer.
" I came to spar as you told me "
Sesshomaru's eyes narrowed. " We will not spar today. This Sesshomaru has more important things to attend to"
He moved briefly to allow Mai into his office then turned to dismiss The girl.
" No way Sessho! You Promised! " Lilium whined with her lip puckered in a childish pout. She desperately needed a way to release her stress before she exploded, and she was not about to do that because the spoiled prince decided to have another one of his mood swings.
" Toga left to check on something and wont be back until tomorrow! "
" Then I guess you won't be sparring today will you? " With a smirk Sesshomaru slammed the door shut in her face.
" That Son of a - Ooh I can't stand you Sesshomaru! " Lilium grumbled as she turned to leave.
A small snickering noise caught her attention. She quickly turned to give the hidden youkai a glare.
" Do you find this funny?! " her eyes flashed silver as her irritation grew.
The Inu calmly stepped from amongst the shadows with a smile.
" Actually I do and I think I can fix your little problem " He told her suggestively.
Lilium raise an eye brow as she scanned him from head to toe. He was a warrior, stood above six feet with spiky black shoulder length hair and crimson eyes, his body was very muscular and carried a few battle scars that were oddly attractive.
" What do have in mind? " Lilium curiously inquired.
" Now this is what I'm talking about! " The girl roared excitedly while dodging a powerful blast from Youkai above. The two had been sparring for two hours straight and she'd learned a lot about him including his name.
" You'll have to do better than that Mamoru" She teased.
Mamoru peered at her with amusement. " Do you always talk this much during your battles Girl? "
Lilium huffed in annoyance. " Whats that supposed to mean! "
She rushed at him throwing rounds of punches. He dodged them all then flipped backwards. A sickening crack could be heard as his foot connected with her jaw.
After she landed a few feet away Lilium grinned and licked away the blood from her lips. Mamoru quickly returned to his defensive stance with a small smirk.
She secretly reached for the dagger on her hip and tossed it. He felt it swish past him and clash with the wall an inch away from his head.
A few strands of hair fell to floor. His smile faded, and hers returned.
He attacked her and she disappeared. He cautiously looked around and turned at the sound of feet running.
- Bam -
She rammed him into the wall with a thundering crash!
Manoru quickly recovered and the two returned to fighting in hand to hand combat.
He'd punch. She'd duck. He'd Kick. She'd Block.
Blow for blow they continued on for a few more hours until they laid panting on the bloody floor.
" That was fun " Lilium breathed . She closed her eyes as exhaustion took over her.
Mamoru chuckled but agreed. " We should defiantly do this again sometime Princess . You are a great fighter"
Lilium 'awww'ed then wrapped her arms around him with a goofy grin.
" So are you buddy oh pal " She joked nuzzling her face against his chest. The youkai chuckled, and Lilium could feel the rumbles of his laughter beneath her.
" The others are ignorant " he suddenly stated out of the blue. Lilium sat up and gazed down at him, her heart sunk when a clawed hand moved a stray strand of hair behind her ear.
" What do you mean? " She whispered.
Mamoru closed his eyes and sighed.
" They are so afraid of you they fail to realise what a wonderful person you are underneath. Since you first stepped foot in this castle I wanted to get to know you. " He smiled and wiped away the tears that slipped from her emotional pools of azure.
" I'm glad I took that chance "
Unable to hold it in she lunged into chest and weeped.
" You should be afraid like the others! " She shouted but her screams were muffled by his shirt. " I do bad things! "
Mamoru rubbed her back and mumbled ' its ok ' repeatedly in her ear causing her heart to sank even further into the pit of her stomach. He reminded her of someone she didn't want to remember. Their personalities were extremely similar and it killed her inside.
' Hayate ' Her head throbbed at the thought of his name. Mamoru carefully pulled her into his lap when he sat up then rocked her like a baby.
" I don't want to hurt you " Lilium mumbled with her eyes drooped.
Mamoru Shushed her then brought the palm of her hand to his lips and kissed it.
" You won't " he promised.
A small smile cracked her marred features as she once again slipped into darkness.
A white blur appeared in front of the two after she fell unconscious.
" Lord Sesshomaru " Maroru addressed the Taiyoukai in surprise when he nearly yanked the woman from his arms.
Sesshomaru tensed as he sniffed the girl. Her scent was covered with anothers and it sent his beast raging.
" I know it looks bad but- uh " Mamoru tried to explain while nervously scratching the back of his head.
Sesshomaru quickly turned from the male to keep from slashing his throat on sight. He had been watching the two closely the whole time and realised he'd made a big mistake by letting her get close to another male. He should have known she wouldn't give up on sparring so easily.
" You will not spar with my guest again." Sesshomaru stated walking away.
" What! But -Wait! Lord Sesshomaru! " Mamoru called after him only to be ignored as The Western Prince disappeared behind the other side of the door.
Well There goes another Chapter. I hope you liked it and Plz review!