Thank you everyone for your thoughts and input on names. I like that Elfy Lolita had kept the meaning of the name in mind. I might have a couple other demons join in later in the story, I like the idea of creating a character from the western regions of the main land join the story as Constantine. I would prefer more Asian sounding names though being this the feudal era and not the modern world where access to baby name books don't exist. I have done a lot of reading on names in the Japanese language but have yet to come up with any sound names for the kids. I will keep the names you give me in mind since I will have them interact with other demons, servants, and such. Since Japan is such a long island I think I will split any ruling of it like this: This will be the territories, the Western Lands, Eastern Territories (split among several demon clans, panthers, wolves…), Southern Island Group, Northern Lands being the island known as Hokkaido. I'm a history nut, mainly for Japan so I will be using that in some of my stories.
Unfinished Conquests Ch. 15
Kagome floated in her dreams through the night, hearing familiar voices having conversations but having the sense that they had already happened. The jewel for whatever reason kept playing the events it heard after she was rescued from the shrine. It was weird but also nice to know what occurred even with the obvious gaps. Sango's little talks made her feel warm and the thought of the hot spring promise made her wish she could wake up but instead she drifted further into the darkness, not stirring even for the rays of the sun.
Next to her futon sat the dog demon Touga as usual when he wanted to rest or think for a while. At this time of the day he could stand the odors coming from the humans and would be fine sitting in the hut for a bit longer knowing they would all be leaving the hut to get ready to leave. He felt troubled by the jewels actions the day before. He had placed a barrier around it and somehow it fell. The jewel only acted up once he reached the outskirts of the village and continued on to Mushin's temple. It slowed to a stop on their return to Edo.
He waited patiently for Kaede to come with her apprentice and check on Kagome's wounds. He didn't want any of them separated and knew that by now her wounds should be doing better. The flight would be long but hopefully his sons were able to think of a way to transport her better.
He heard Kaede enter the hut just as he felt his sons approaching with a large group of demons in the distance. Kaede immediately busied herself with checking all of Kagome's wounds. Touga politely turned his head away to give them privacy. Most of the villagers were piling out of the hut by now as they readied themselves.
Kaede covered her back up before clearing her throat, ready to share her analysis. "The infection is gone and her wounds are better but could still be dangerous if we are not careful. We should see if Sesshomaru and Inuyasha have thought of a solution. If her wounds reopen on the journey we will be forced to stop and tend to them and if she gained a fever then we would have to let it pass. A long journey from this coast to the other will put a strain on her fragile condition."
Sesshomaru let everyone in through the barrier and had the whole area crowded with his transportation to the western palace. Inuyasha rode upon the back of a demon horse that pulled a carriage. They actually had several large carriages, enough to fit 6 adults each. Inuyasha dismounted from the horse and opened the door to his carriage for his father to look in and see the adjustments made. They had removed the seating and instead stacked two cots on the floor and line the walls with fluffy pillows.
"This one is for Kagome primarily; we have a separate one for Sango, Miroku and the kids. We figured Rin, Shippo, Kaede, and Cho could ride with Kagome. This was the best we could come up with to transport her. We don't want to make any stops; these beasts are everywhere and seem to just be mindless bloodthirsty beings. Not to mention the appearance of many are quite disturbing." Inuyasha's eyes wandered to the children in the area, he hoped they didn't have nightmares tonight. They had placed thick curtains inside over the openings. He noticed some of these beasts don't seem fond of the sun; it burned their flesh or something. "Let's get going, I want Kagome loaded right away, we would be safer during the heat of the day."
A couple hours went by and the heat had set in. The caravan was finally taking off with all ten carriages being pulled by demon horses. Inuyasha rode the demon horse leading the caravan behind Sesshomaru. Touga brought up the rear and helped the soldiers and Sesshomaru to fend off attacks. He assumed the demons were looking for an easy meal but some of them appeared to have their skin bubbling and it confused him that they seemed to be turning into some of these beasts he had seen. It was cause for worry if they could contaminate others.
The trip proceeded slower than they would prefer. The assaults were becoming a nuisance and the sun had already reached the peak and began to descend. Touga, Inuyasha, as well as others were curious as to why Sesshomaru would go so far for them. He certainly didn't have to but they could only assume it had something to do with the humans he came to care for.
Another wave of attackers came at them, all of them in a mindless blood thirst. Touga was in the fray using his claws and whip to fend them off. The sky grew noticeably darker and everyone glanced towards the sun. To their shock a large transparent orb was blocking off some of the light.
Sesshomaru finished off his opponents and peered up at the orb, trying to gauge what it was. It grew and he heard the fighting come to a stop as everyone finished off their opponents. They all looked up at the sun until they heard some of the shrieks and growls in the lands below. The orb grew darker and Sesshomaru ordered they move again double time.
They sped through the sky as fast as the carriages could handle from the force of the wind. They reached the Western Palace in the middle of the afternoon, later than they hoped but were amazed at the sight of the town sitting below the palace and the view of the mountains and the sparkling sea beyond them.
The town was crowded and the borders of the barrier were lined with soldiers of all kinds and sizes. Inuyasha had been surprised the first time and still couldn't hold back his amazement at the layout of the place. The palace was larger than anything he had seen before and he wished Kagome was awake to enjoy the view.
As they descended someone rang the warning bell but instead of people panicking they looked up at them and then bowed low to their Lord as he passed overhead. The barrier felt invasive as they passed through it but the air and everything was noticeably better once through.
The kids in all the carriages made sounds of excitement as their eager eyes took in everything before them. They cheered as they landed and waited anxiously for the doors to be opened. Several servants were there; ready to act on their orders. The villagers piled out and were escorted by several servants to their temporary living quarters. Touga went directly to Kagome's carriage and immediately opened the door to check on her. Inuyasha huffed impatiently as his father beat him to it so he went to Sango and Miroku's carriage to help them.
Sesshomaru stood off to the side watching the interactions, particularly his father's. Rin soon squeezed out and immediately ran up to her lord with a smile as always. Her stomach growling and hair a mess from the nap she took out of boredom.
"Rin, go freshen up and order the cooks to make our dinner early." With a grateful nod she ran off. Touga meanwhile had retrieved Kagome and was making his way inside. It irked Sesshomaru that he didn't even ask where he or the priestess should go. It was helpful that he for some reason kept his Father's old rooms clean. He honestly was not surprised that he returned from the grave. The old dog always did things his way and enjoyed defying the odds.
He turned away and made his way inside to relax and freshen up as the others were led by Inuyasha to their own living quarters. He knew this was quite possibly the last ounce of peace he would get for a while and he would not let it be wasted. No, once the priestess woke up he might have more peace but until then he was certain Rin and the fox kit would bug him and the others instead.