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I just wanted to let everyone know that this is only fantasy. This in no way depicts my beliefs on Heaven and Hell. I'm letting my imagination run loose on this one.
Sesshomaru waited outside the door as a maid named Sango saw to the angel. His butler waited with him, shifting his feet nervously. He was still surprised at the angel's appearance. He wondered what she meant by "protect him".
Internally, he scoffed. He needed protection from no one. But if he was to gain what he yearned for, he would listen to what this angel had to say and what her real purpose on this planet was.
Sango emerged, wiping her hands on her apron. "Her wing was broken from the impact, but I've set it in place as best as I could. She wants to see you." Her voice sounded far away, shocked. He knew his staff was also surprised at this angel and trying to cope with it as best as they could.
He swept by her and entered. The room he had her put in was based on the color green. Lavish furniture decorated the room, but her bed was modest. No extravagant drapery like his. She sat nestled in sheets of green, her wings propped to where they were spread out on either side. The wing that was broken was wrapped and set with wooden planks. Her face was pained, but calm as she watched him approach.
"Lord Sesshomaru," she greeted warmly. "I suppose you're wondering why exactly I'm here."
He sat in a chair by her bed. "I am." He responded. She nodded and looked down at her folded hands.
"I hardly know the answer myself, and have questions of my own to ask you." She said quietly. He frowned. Questions for him? He'd see about that.
"I was sent here by my boss, God." She began. "From what I'm told, you have revolted against Naraku." His eyes darkened at the name. "My Boss has seen the change in your heart and has deemed you worthy of entrance to Heaven once it is your time."
His eyes widened. Was that possible? He thought he was destined to burn in hell forever simply because of what he was. He never thought he would actually be able to live in Heaven.
"So I have been sent here to protect you from Naraku and to ensure your heart stays on the right path." She said, gazing at him calmly with her blue eyes.
He wasn't sure what to think about that. He didn't know how this wisp of an angel could protect him from Naraku, or what she meant by keeping his heart on the right path. But he would go along with it for now. He was elated for gaining entrance into Heaven, though he didn't know it.
"Is it true you were right under Naraku? The vampire who controlled all the vampires on earth according to what Naraku wanted?" She asked. He glared at the wall, angry at himself.
"Yes. I was." He answered.
"What made you change?" She probed. That was enough. He stood, startling her.
"That information is privileged to God and myself." He said briskly. She nodded, understanding.
"If you don't drink from humans," she began, and he tensed. "Where do you feed from?"
"A company supplies me with manmade blood that sustains this Sesshomaru." He said, looking down at her. She replied with a soft "oh."
He turned and made to leave, but her voice paused his steps.
"I think you're amazing. You know, going against your grain and everything." She said awkwardly. He glanced at her over his shoulder before shutting the door with a click.
Naraku smirked as the image in Kanna's mirror faded. He had waited for this moment ever since he found out Sesshomaru defected.
He leaned back in his dark throne and listened to the horrifying screams that filled the caverns of hell. They were music to his ears.
God had finally sent him an angel. And a tasty little treat by the look of things. He hoped to get a chance to meet this young creature soon. Things were beginning to move and take their place in preparation for the war.
He wondered how long Sesshomaru would last before the hunger would finally take control. Angel's blood was a rare delicacy and he knew Sesshomaru had refused to drink from humans. His strength had waned, along with his control, and that proved to work in his favor.
He'll admit, he had been furious when he discovered what that vampire had done. He should have made him mindless like the rest of the vampires on earth. But it was a mistake he would not let happen again.
"Inuyasha." Naraku said quietly. Instantly, the vampire was before him, kneeling in respect. He looked up into Naraku's cold red eyes and waited.
"Stand up, Inuyasha." Came the calm command. He obeyed, standing at attention. "I'm sure you are aware of what your brother has done. Inuyasha snarled, his fangs elongating and he nodded.
"Good. You are to take his place as my second in command on earth." Naraku continued. Inuyasha hid a smile. "However, to avoid previous mistakes, I will be making a few adjustments."
Inuyasha wondered what he meant by adjustments. Whatever it was, it made him nervous. He hoped Naraku knew that he would always serve him loyally.
"I'm taking away this nuisance called free will." Naraku said. Inuyasha's eyes widened, and his mouth sought for words he couldn't form. His free will? Was he to be mindless like the rest of those filthy creatures who had no control?
"But, sire. Please-" Inuyasha began.
"Do not question me." Naraku's voice took on an eerie tone, silencing the vampire immediately. Suddenly, Inuyasha felt it slipping away. Desperately, he tried to clutch to his will, but it always seemed to slip through his fingers. Anger boiled up inside him. How dare he? He wanted to kill Naraku for what he was doing, but he knew the beast would win, resulting in his death.
Inuyasha slumped to the floor, feeling the last bit of free will slip from his mind. His last fleeting thought was "I'll kill you, Naraku."
Naraku saw the intelligence disappear from the vampire's eyes and he stood again, bowing.
"What is your bidding, sire?" Inuyasha's voice was monotone, and his eyes were emotionless.
"Go to earth, and observe Sesshomaru and this new angel who is accompanying him. Do not interact, and do not let your presence be known. Continue dispersing vampires all throughout the world in preparation for the war," Naraku commanded. Inuyasha nodded and left, leaving a smirking Naraku in his wake.
Kagome was struggling to get out of bed. Her wings had gone into autopilot ever since her crash and were determined not to cooperate. She knew with her healing her wing should almost be perfectly healed. Wondering why they were acting this way, Kagome let out a string of curses.
A small giggle alerted her to someone's presence. She paused and looked around the room.
"Hello?" She called nervously. She saw two small children peeking out behind the door. She smiled at them and waved. "Hi there. Come in," she beckoned.
They came forth slowly, and she saw that it was a girl and a boy. The girl was dressed in a checkered kimono and the boy seemed to be a demon. Her eyes widened. Demons were rare nowadays.
"What are you names? My name is Kagome," she introduced herself. The little girl gave her a toothy grin.
"Rin's name is Rin." She chirped. Kagome chuckled at her grammar. What were these children doing in a place like this? She would have to find out. The boy was nervous around her, she could tell.
"And what's your name?" She asked gently. The boy frowned a little, refusing to make eye contact.
"His name is Shippo." Rin said. Shippo glared and Rin who shrugged it off.
"Shippo, huh? What kind of demon are you?" She asked. The boy puffed out his chest a little.
"I'm a fox demon." He stated proudly. Kagome pretended to be impressed.
"Wow, a fox demon! I've heard of fox demons being proud and powerful creatures," she flattered. Shippo blushed a little, causing Rin to giggle.
"Rin, Shippo," Came a gentle calling. Both of the children perked up at their names. A woman entered, the same woman who treated Kagome's injury.
"Go help Cook prepare dinner," the woman ordered. The children sighed and trudged off to go do their chore. The woman turned to Kagome and smiled.
"My name is Sango." The woman introduced herself. Kagome smiled.
"Nice to meet you. Um, can you tell me why my wings are acting like this?" Kagome asked. Sango nodded.
"The healer, Kaede, placed a healing ward on them to speed up your healing. Here, I'll remove it." Sango came forth and gently removed the ward. Instantly, they fluttered down to rest against her back. Kagome let out a relieved breath.
"Oh, thank you Sango." Kagome stood, and realized how dirty she felt. "Is there a bathhouse I could use?"
"Yes, I'll take you to it." Sango said. Kagome smiled and followed Sango out the door.
Sesshomaru watched his maid lead the angel to the bathhouse from the window of his study. He wasn't sure he liked the predicament he was currently in, but he didn't know what to do about it. And that pissed him off. He refocused on the matter at hand.
He turned angrily to his spy. "Are you sure?"
The spy cowered a little and nodded. "Yes, sir. Inuyasha has been seen in Italy. Word has it he has taken your place."
there you have it.
R&R please!
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