Love that lives through Generations: An SessKag Story
Summary: (Canon!AU) While Sesshoumaru and Kagome are currently raising their small, yet growing family and working to finish Naraku off and collect the jewel shards left, Kikyo manages to cast a spell on the remainder of the InuTachi, turning them against her. Now, with the group believing that Kagome has been giving the jewel shards to Naraku, Sesshoumaru decides that she will need to go back to her time until he can handle this, leaving him to raise their two year old son Ichiro, along with a teenage Rin and Shippo, while Kagome is to remain in the future with their unborn daughter. Now, as years have passed, Minako, now 15, feels an unknown force call her to the well house, and she then falls in, transported back to the past. Once meeting her big brother at the well, the two Hanyou children smell their other parents scent on the other, despite being separated. With Kagome being the only person who can defeat Naraku, Minako and Ichiro, who is now 17, are determined to bring their mother back to finish her destiny, as well as reunite their family. Will they succeed, or will different hindrances get in their way?
A/N: Woohoo! Chapter 2! For all of you who came in and stuck through the first two chapters, congrats! And for all those who passed by my story due to either reading my previous stories and judging a book by it's cover, or found my lack of summary not very interesting, oh well. Anyways, besides the formalities of the fact that I don't own Inuyasha, I should probably do a bit of an explanation on those necklaces Kagome gave the kids, if people are still confused.
With Shippo, since in this story he is a teenager and therefore older and more skilled in his abilities and power, against a weaker demon, he can hold his own in a fight between a weaker demon, but if it came to a powerful demon, he may not stand a chance. So therefore, until the necklace determines he can truly hold his own against strong demons, it will create a barrier around him when it senses true danger. Otherwise, like when he's training with Sesshoumaru or such, it won't make a barrier.
With Rin, while with proper training and such, she could hold her own in a fight, but since Kagome kinda had a hard time with her own abilities, she couldn't really train Rin much and by the time she could, she got pregnant with Ichiro, who would like to consume power from her at times. After he was born, she was able to teach her to use a bow and arrow and heal, but before it could get serious, she got pregnant again. Therefore, unless Rin can either find someone to train her with her abilities, when it comes that time for her to court, if she can find a potential mate, if demon, or a potential husband who is strong enough to protect her, the necklace will create a barrier around her, protecting her from demon attacks alike.
With Ichiro, since he is still about 2 or 3, he is vulnerable to any form of attack. Therefore, at this age, his necklace will immediately create a barrier if it senses a demon that's not Shippo, Sesshoumaru, or the castle guards, and servants within a 1.5 mile radius of him. Since he is still little, and therefore can be a bit too trusting, if the necklace senses any form of threat from anyone, it will trigger. Naturally, when he becomes older, the barrier will weaken some, until it becomes almost in a state as in Shippo's is now.
Well, now that that's out the way, I guess I can start the story! This time, since we'll be switching between both eras, the story will be half and half, hopefully each chapter taking an even amount of time between both eras. Now, for real this time, on with the show!
Chapter 2
"I wonder when we'll be able to go back to Daddy and your brothers and sister, little one." Kagome said as she rubbed her enlarged baby bump, looking out her room winow. It had been 3 months since she had been put back in the future for her and her unborn child's, and 3 months that's she's been away from her family in the past. Granted, her time in the future has helped her get back on track with her studies, but she still missed her mate and children, especially due to the fact that anyday, she could give birth. (A/N: Yeah, since I figured that demon pregnancies probably aren't as long as human ones) "I hope it's soon." She said as she felt a small kick, causing her to smile. "Don't worry, sweetie, it won't be long before I get to finally see you." She said before standing up to go to the kitchen. Walking to the kitchen, she grabbed an apple before feeling a sharp, yet slight pain in her abdomen. 'Probably a false contraction.' She thought as she sat down at the table, taking a bite out of it before she felt liquid start to go down her legs before a real pain hit her, causing her to let out a shout of pain as Mrs. Higurashi rushed from the laundry room to her daughter's side. "Kagome, what's wrong?" "Mama, I think the baby's coming!" She said as Mrs. Higurashi's eyes widened some. "Okay, sweetie, just hold on, Souta! Go get Kagome's bag from her room, the baby's coming!" Mrs. Higurashi said as she went to go get the car keys. Kagome kept her breathing steady, but on the inside, she was freaking out. Granted, while Sesshoumaru wasn't in the room while she gave birth to Ichiro, he stood outside the room and it was comforting, to say the least, to know he was right outside. But this time, she had to do it without him. However, she wouldn't dwell on it. She knew that soon, they would be reunited again.
*Hours later, in the Feudal Era*
Ichiro sighed as he looked down the well. He missed his mother and awaited her to return. He came here almost everyday and looked down the well, hoping she would jump through and hug and kiss him like she did when she would come home, but as he returned to the well each day, he knew she wouldn't be coming anytime soon. Walking away from the well, Ichiro prepared to ride back on Kirara home when he saw a blue light emit from the well as he turned back around. "Okā-san?" He asked as he walked over to the well. Looking inside, he expected to see his mother, instead finding a small parcel wrapped in white paper tied with a baby pink bow. 'Hm? What's that?' He thought to himself as he tried to reach for it, only to be too short. "Hmph." The 2 year old pouted as he tried to think of a way to get it when he saw a stick, running to go get it and reaching inside the well, snagging the ribbon against the stick and carefully pulling it out the well. Inspecting the parcel, Ichiro saw on the tag that it had his father's name on it. "Hmm...Otō-san might know what it is, he usually only receives packages that he knows of in advance." The little boy said to himself as he got on the now larger fire-neko youkai and rode back to the palace.
Meanwhile, Sesshoumaru was in his office, trying to finish some paperwork. However, most of his thoughts were plagued with his mate. While he had been able to turn the Inutachi away for a while and placed a barrier on the well from this side, it still wasn't safe enough for her to come back yet. However, he's been on edge for the past 3 months. 'She would be close to her due date by now and if she does go into labor, I won't be able to be there.' He thought as his beast started to speak to him. 'Don't worry, remember, the era where our mate comes from has more advanced technology than ours. And her family will ensure that the delivery of our pup will go by safely.' It said as there was a knock on the door. "Come in." The daiyoukai said as he saw his youngest walk in the room, bowing slightly. "Otō-san, I found this for you." Ichiro said as he held the package for him. "Arise, musoku." Sesshoumaru said as he took the package in his hands, examining it. It smelled a bit like lavender, signaling that his mate had indeed sent this. "Ichiro, where did you find this?" He asked as Ichiro looked up at him. "I found it in the well. Is it from Okā-san?" He asked as Sesshoumaru started to open it, confused-although it didn't show- to see a black, box like object with a letter under it. Opting to save the box for last, he picked up the letter and started to read it.
'Dear Sesshoumaru,
It's me, Kagome, although you probably knew that already. Anyways, I bet your confused about what this black, box looking thing is, right?'
'Confused is a bit far fetched, puzzled is a better word.' Sesshoumaru thought, but nevertheless, continued the letter.
'This is called a camcorder. It's like a camera, except instead of just taking pictures, it can record moving objects or events. Think of it as seeing a play, except instead of it being live, it's on a tiny screen, and had already happened. Anyways, I labeled everything you need to do with it, because I know it's still a bit foreign to you, and you need to see the video inside. Now, I need to go to sleep, Doctor's orders.
Love, Kagome.
P.S. Tell the kids I that I love them, and once you see the video, show them.
Sesshoumaru finished reading the letter to himself as he looked at the black box, now dubbed camcorder. Infact she did label everything he would need to do in order to see this video thing. Following the labels, he successfully opened and turned the thing on. Pressing the green 'play' button, static appeared on the screen before he was graced with what seemed to be a blurry image.
"Souta, is it on?" Sesshoumaru let a small smile grace his face as he heard his mate's voice speaking to her little brother. "Yeah, Gome, it's on! Just let me focus...and there!" He watched as Souta focused the camcorder and he could see his mate's beautiful, yet tired, looking face sitting up in a bed. "Hey, Sesshoumaru. If your watching this, then the camcorder works, Thank Kami." Kagome over the video camera said a small laugh following. "Anyways, if you can't tell, then yes, I am in the hospital." 'Why is mate with the healers in her time? Is the pup and mate okay?!' His beast roared as Sesshoumaru willed it to calm down, when he knew he was just as on edge as his beast was. "Before you start to freak out, everything is okay. With me and the baby." She has said just as Sesshoumru heard a door open just as one of the healers handed her a pink bundle. "Sesshoumaru, meet your daughter, Minako. Say hi to daddy, Mina-chan." He saw his mate, her voice raising in pitch as he looked down at the baby in her arms to remove the blanket some. Now that he could see his pup clearly now, he could see just how much his daughter looked like him, save for her crystal blue eyes, which came from his mate. Silver tresses that seemed to fluff up right now, but soon would straighten out with age, and little puppy ears trying to focus on the noise in the room. Focusing her attention to the camera, Minako let out a tiny yip and howl before relaxing in her mother's arms. "Is my little Mina-chan ready to see her daddy? Because I know daddy's ready to see you too." Sesshoumaru heard Kagome say to Minako as his pup let out a content coo before falling asleep in her arms. "Well, Sesshoumaru, I miss you, we miss you, and I can't wait to come back home. Now, I'm tired and ready to go to sleep. I love you." Kagome in the video said as she blew a kiss as the video shut off. Setting the camcorder down, Sesshoumaru was deep in thought just as Ichiro gently tugged on his hakama pants. "Otō-san, what are you angry about?" He asked as Sesshoumaru looked down at him before realizing he was growling some. "Iie, Ichiro, I'm not angry. Go show this to your Onē-san and your Onī-chan, but be careful with it." He said, handing the device to his son as the little boy nodded and walked out the room, leaving Sesshoumaru to his thoughts. Knowing that his mate had given birth to his pup, a daughter no less, was an impetus for him to find the half-breed and his group and finish this once and for all, or at least the clay priestess, knowing she was probably the reason for this. With that settled in his head, Sesshoumaru walked out his office and towards the main exit of the palace. "Jaken." He called out as the imp ran towards his lord, bowing. "Y-Yes, Sesshoumaru-sama?" "You will be listening to Shippo while This Sesshoumaru is away. Treat him as you do this one, and tell the guards to be wary if Rin and Ichiro are to go in the gardens. But understand that none are allowed to leave the palace grounds." Sesshoumaru said as Jaken's eyes widened. "Milord, why should I listen to that insufferable kitsune brat?! He isn't even your-!" The imp griped before Sesshoumaru stepped on him. "While I'm aware that he isn't the heir to the lands, Ichiro is still to young to be placed in charged and Shippo would be the heir due to him being the eldest. He may not be next to rule these lands, but one day, he may rule his own lands. This is to prepare him for that if it comes to that, do you understand?" Sesshoumaru said as Jaken bowed repeatedly. "Hai, Great Sesshoumaru-sama! I shall follow his every call and order as if he were Milord!" The toad said Sesshoumaru let out a small 'hn' as he walked out the main doors. "Wait, Milord! If this humble servant may inquire, where are you going?" Jaken asked as Sesshoumaru stopped in his tracks, not turning around to face him. "This Sesshoumaru is going to make his lands safe enough for his mate to return to him." Sesshoumaru said before making his cloud appear, leaving before the imp could say anything. As he left in search of his brother and his group, a malicious smirk appeared on his face as his eyes flashed red.
'Half-breed better beware and pray to the gods. This time, This Sesshoumaru will not be as merciful and father's sword may not be able to aid him...'
To be Continued...
A/N: Phew! This seemed to take forever! But it's finished before the end of the week! Now that Minako is finally born, Sesshoumaru is ready for his mate and pup to come back to him, and he ain't gonna play around anymore! The Inutachi might want to be wary of him.
Anyways, explanation time again for my reasons of Shippo not being the heir, even if he's the oldest. I believe that even though Shippo and Rin have been adopted by Sesshoumaru, making them his children, as well as Prince and Princess of the Western Lands, they are not his by blood, therefore, while they have certain entitlements, they're not heirs, unlike Ichiro. However, Sesshoumaru believes that if Shippo were to ever conquer his own lands, Shippo would need a bit of experience in how to rule, hence the reason he was left in charge besides him being the oldest. And really, who would leave a child in charge of a whole palace, of the whole western lands?
But, besides that point, I'm gonna have a little poll that determines how the rest of the story goes. Just leave a review telling me your choice and why. Should A. Sesshoumaru personally handle the Inutachi right now and break the spell forced upon them by Kikyo, or B. Kagome come back, when Minako and Ichiro are older, and handle it herself? Leave a review or comment and say which and why. For now, I might have the next chapter out by either later Thursday afternoon, or sometime Friday. Anyways, see y'all next time!