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The Changes of Time
Chapter 9
Saris awoke feeling cold, tired, and slightly in pain. Slowly opening her eyes, confusion swirled with in her head. She didn't know where she was or how she had gotten there. She was in a main chamber meant for what seemed like rituals. A dark crystal ball sat on a black pedestal ten feet before her, surrounded by a pool of some sort of liquid. Attempting to move her arms, she became alarmed and irritated when she realized movement was not possible. She was hanging above the floor, against a wall, her arms held by thick and enchanted chains. Her irritation grew to anger when she looked down upon herself and noticed she had no clothing on. She was bare for all to see. Attempting to pull her arms down, something cold and metalic slipped aroung her neck, causing her to hold still for fear of suffocation. A chuckle startled her out of her thoughts, causing her eyes to dart from side to side, wanting to see who was there. A tall dark figure gracefully walked out of the darkness on her left. This male feline like iris', reminding her of Naga and Tatsu. Long red hair framed a malevolent face. Thick brows, aristocratic nose, and full lips with a smug smile greeted her. Another being trailed behind this male, a little ways back. White hair with tips that looked as if it had been dipped in ink, blue eyes, purple crests, and a snow flake on his face. This male did not look malevolent, only solemn and sad with a determination that would never wane. The first male spoke, his voice a scratchy irritation to her ears. "Well well. Look what my cat has drug in. A wolf in sheeps clothing." She knew what he was implying, she was dangerous, but not decieving. Unlike himself.
As she watched him, she began to put two and two together, realizing whom was standing before her. With a soft smirk she replied, "Well well, a worm with the skin of a snake. How repulsive and pathetic." He moved so fast she didn't see him, only felt the pain of the back of his hand on her face. "Silence wench! You will only speak when given permission to. You will assist my uncle and I in over throwing those filthy dogs and kill my cousins or else!" The being behind him lowered his arms to his sides, obviously disturbed by his actions.
Saris began to laugh in his face. "Silly lizard. You better just fucking just kill me!" Her laughter became louder, inciting a slow boil of rage from her captor.
With another back-hand to the other side of her face, she stopped laughing, only to spit out the blood in her mouth. Looking to the enraged male before her she asked, "What is your name?" He smiled, assuming her was gaining her cooperation. Nose held high, he responded, "Ryokinsu. You have heard of me, I am sure." His smug smile turned into a scowl when her laughter began anew. Saris laughed shaking her head, "No, Ryokinsu. I have not heard of you. I only wish to know the name of the one whom I will be dismembering. I am going to kill you. Painfully." A low growl came from her throat with the endipineng of her threat, her eyes flashing a white then back to their prism.
A shiver ran down Ryokinus' spine, making him wonder if perhaps he may have bitten off more than he could chew with this female. Coming to the decision that if his plan did not work and she would not submit, he would kill her. None can have her if he couldn't. Turning around sharply he yelled, "Aoi! You will escort our newest guest to her new chambers where she will remain until she decides to sing a different tune." The other male approached Saris, a look of an apology upon his face. She snorted and turned her head away, she did not want his pity. She recognized his aura from when she was traveling with her companions to procure wares from the village. Suddenly her arms were released and she fell harshly onto the stone cold floor. Glaring at both she stood, her nose slightly in that air, dignnity still intact. She would not make this easy for them.
Knowing her thoughts exactly, Aoi placed the tip of his claw to the back of her neck, causing Saris excrutiating pain. Blacking out from the pain, she fell forward,
cursing both males in her mind. Aoi caught her before she hit the floor and exited the chamber. Once he was away from his 'master' he pushed his nose into her neck, reacquianting himself with her scent. He was addicted to it, if her were honest. Reaching her quarters, he laid Saris upon the bed, placing new chains on her wrists and ankles. He knew Ryokinsu wanted her for himself, but as he stood there, observing the celestial creature before him, he came to a decision. He would assist her out of here,
win her heart, and have her for himself. He loved her fiery spirit, her strength, and her loyalty. He wanted them. He wanted her and he was determined to have her.
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Across the lands at Solaris Sanctuary, Touga, Sesshoumaru, Choro, Naga, Kouga, and Ayame sat around a large table, arguing what was the next plan of action. Touga sat quietly, listening to each and every word spoken. His son wanted to gather and prepare troops since a scout had already been sent and returned with news. Her location was within an abandoned castle to the north that once belonged to a human war lord that had passed from disease. Kouga, Naga, and Ayame wanted to rush in and rescue Saris. Fearful of what torture she could be going through. When the arguments began to heat Touga let out his aura, silencing the bickering younglings. He understood their desires but wholeheartedly agreed with is son. Turning towards Naga, Touga questioned, "What can you tell us of your cousin, Naga? Will he cause harm to Saris?" Naga shook his head in the negative.
"My cousin covets power. Saris is power, power which he will attempt to obtain for himself. If he can not break her he will attempt to use her. I that is unsuccessful,
he will kill her. Although, he is at times unpredictable, he is very selfish and has no honor. He will play dirty to get any and everthing he desires." Touga nodded, it seemed to him that the apple did not fall far from the tree when it came to the Eastern Dragon youkai. Decision made, Touga looked upon all gathered and spoke in a firm tone, "We will await the Western soldiers, then we will go and rescue Saris." Before any objections could be voiced he began again. "If we barge in, blades swinging, we will not know what to expect. The soldiers will be here in two days time. That will give my scouts plenty of time find all the information they need that may assist us in any way." Koga shut his mouth,
knowing that what the Inu no Taisho spoke was true. It would be stupid and war over if they just took arms and ran in before thinking and planning first. Frustrated, he nodded, the others following in the gesture. "Good, then the meeting is done. Go now and prepare yourselves, for we leave for battle in three days." All rose and left the meeting chamber except Sesshoumaru. Touga could tell there was something on his mind. Patiently waiting, it wasn't long before his son asked his question. "Father, where have you been. We have sent word for your prescence to over see the new location of the new fortress, not to mention their training." Touga sighed internally, he knew his son was not going to like what he was about to say. "My son, I apologize for my absence and delay. While I was on patrol, I came upon a maiden in peril. A princess to be exact; by the name of Izoyai. Bandits had raided and killed her escorts as they were traveling home." Sesshoumaru was confused. Why did it take his father months to come back if he had taken care of the problem. Realization dawned on him as he caught the scent of the ningen onna on his fathers skin. "So, that is why your youki had been wrapped tightly around your person. How disgraceful. Mother isn't even cold in the ground for a year and you are already sowing your seeds. With a human princess no less. Have you no honor father? Do you not care of the jokes and ridicule you have brought upon our family. Not only that, but the elders will not allow a human woman within the Moon Palace, or did you forget what happened to the last?"
Tougas' aura screamed anger from his sons words. As angry as he was, he was hurt more, but would never show it. Of course he remembered...he could never forget his sweet Kagome. He had made sure all the perpetrators of her murder had died the most painful deaths possible. It still did not dull the pain of losing his prescious miko maiden. She was so young, so full of life and joy. They had killed her; Sesshoumarus' mother included. He had banished Katari from the Moon Palace to her Palace in the Clouds, never to hear from her again. Shorlty after his banishment, Katari had passed from depression and lonliness, causing her to commit suicide. His son blamed him, but he would not take the blame. She was the only one who was exempt from his rage for killing Kagome. Her jealousy knew no bounds. That was why he had Totosai, a famed youkai blacksmith, to forge Tensiga and Tetsugai from his fangs. He will never have to watch one whom he cared for die again. Turning towards his fuming son, he stood, turned and parted with three words, further angering his pup. "You know nothing."
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She was floating. Well it felt as if she was floating. There was nothing but blank white all around her. Saris knew she should be tryng to do something, get somewhere, but she couldn't tink of what or where. So she lie there, unmoving, eyes closed. She thought she could hear voices, but she couldn't find where they came from. Suddenly, everything became black. She opened her eyes and looked around herself. In the distance she could make out a small white form. It was approaching her slowly. When it came closer, she realized it was a white wolf with gold eyes, leisurely walking towards her. It stopped and sat down on nothing and just stared at her. She cocked her head to the side, admiring the creature before her. As she was about to question its presecnece, it spoke with a voice so deep it seemed almost a growl. "Are you ready?" It asked her, its eyes blazing. She was confused.
"Ready for what?" she asked. She must have given the wrong answer for it shook its head as if it was ashamed. She then came crashing back to reality, her neck burning with a fierce sensation. She noticed she had clothes on, and she was in a different room on a futon. Although, she was still chained, only this time her ankles were chained as well. Releasing a sigh, she began to think of a way to get herself out of her situation. Then she would ponder the wolf she had just disappointed and the correct answer for when she would again see him.
A/N: Sorry for the delay on updates. I'm such a horrible person. Been having alot going on as I'm sure everyone does as well. Please forgive me and I hope this chapter wasn't all that bad. I'll be updating my other stories as well.