InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Desires ❯ Chapter Twelve: Welcoming the Hanyou ( Chapter 12 )

[ X - Adult: No readers under 18. Contains Graphic Adult Themes/Extreme violence. ]

“Are you dressed yet?”


“Not yet.”


“Slow....Hanyou are so slow.”


He faintly caught the muttering she gave in mimic to his comment over the rustling of her clothes. Finally she stepped back into view, smoothing the material of her pants over her hips. He fought not to watch, as she fixed the small oddities in her clothing and brushed off specks of dirt. Tossing her raven and silver tresses over her shoulder, she’d send him a brief smile before walking forward.


“I’m ready.”


He was silent for a moment before turning to walk towards the west once more, “About time.”


She made a face at his back as she followed, running her claws through her long tresses to brush them. By the time they reached the fortress, it lay about her shoulders and waist in a satiny waterfall. She stopped just short of the gates, her head falling backwards to look upwards at the huge stone fortress. Sesshomaru watched her tilt her head back, then shield her eyes so she could look, aware of the growing sense of fear the girl had.


“You will come to no harm here.”


“I’m more likely to root around in the dirt than believe that.”


Walking through the open gates, Sesshomaru would leave the girl to follow. He could feel the servants eyes upon them, and felt the urge to send them all scattering. He’d turn to wait for the hanyou girl, who stepped timidly through the gates. Once she felt the eyes upon her as well, she’d hurry to his side, glaring up at him as she stopped before him. She’d swing her raven and silver tresses into her face, hiding the rosy color that bloomed on her cheeks.


“Lord Sesshomaru! You’re back!” Came the feminine voice of a child.


It wasn’t much longer before the girl ran up to the demon lord, looking up at him with the admiration of a daughter looking at her father. Not far behind came the lord’s faithful servant, walking with his staff as he glared to the child.


“Rin! Do not bother Lord Sesshomaru with your needless chaaaa-! What in the world are you doing here hanyou? You dare enter Lord Sesshomaru’s fortress?”


“It’s none of your business runt!” Lokelani snarled, leaning down with her hands upon her hips.


“How dare you talk to me like that!”


“I’ll speak how I want to. Who’re you to question me??”


“Lokelani.”


“My apologies, Sesshomaru.”


“That’s Lord Sesshomaru, hanyou!”


“Jaken, ready the rooms next to mine for our guest.”


“Whaaat? But my lord-“


“Do you question me Jaken?”


“No, no my lord! But should the hanyou really be placed next to you?”


“Yes. I want no harm to come to her, and those that do not heed my warning shall be punished severely.” came the terse reply.


“Can I rub your ears?” came the childish voice again.


“Rin, that’s rude!”


“It’s alright, really....Sure you can touch them, but be gentle, please.”


Jaken ran off to do Sesshomaru’s bidding as Lokelani lowered herself so the small girl could reach her ears. There was a look of hesitation on both females faces, before Rin reached over to softly rub the fuzzy triangles. A look of wonder crossed her face, before the girl slipped back to smile widely.


“Will you come play with me? Jaken just sits there.”


“Rin, our guest is surely tired. If Lokelani wishes it, you may play after dinner.”


“I’d love to play Rin.”


“Yay!”


Dual orbs softened as she watched the young girl run happily into the fortress, before becoming guarded as she looked to Sesshomaru. Her head would cant to the side, furry little ears moving about like little radars. Her arms crossed before she finally spoke, her voice low enough not to carry.


“I won’t be harmed here, will I?”


“Of course not.”


“Good.”


“Ahem. Lord Sesshomaru, the...girl’s rooms are ready.”


“Lokelani. My name is Lokelani. Not girl, or hanyou. Remember that runt.”


“Come Lokelani, before you cause anymore trouble.”


Sesshomaru turned to head into the fortress, Jaken at his heels. Lokelani followed slowly, curiosity brimming in her eyes. Several youkai came to watch the procession, whispering low enough so the girl could not hear. At one time she heard the name Kurohoshi whispered, the girl fighting to keep confusion from her face. When they reached the rooms she was to sleep in, Sesshomaru moved aside for her to enter the rooms.


“You are not a prisoner here, but for your own safety please stay here. Sleep, pace, do as you wish until I come for you.”


“Alright.”


Lokelani moved inside the room, her lips fluttering slightly. It was rather plain, with a cherry wardrobe, large futon, and long table as well as a mirrored vanity. Upon the table sat a basin of steaming water, cherry blossoms floating on the water’s fragrant surface. Closing and barring her door, the girl would strip to her bra and panties, dipping the wash cloth into the fragrant water. She’d then proceed to wash herself head to toe. Moving to the wardrobe, she found a soft robe with cherry blossoms stitched into the fine material. Wrapping it around her slender form, she’d move out onto the balcony, letting the wind flow though her tresses, whipping them about her face. Power....She felt it here, close to her heart.


When a knock thudded upon her door, she’d step back inside, unaware of the golden orbs that had been watching her. She unbarred the door to the sight of two youkai maids, one carrying a beautiful kimono, and the other several grooming items.


“I, uh...Don’t....”


“Jaken has ordered us to see to it that you are dressed nicely for dinner.”


“But, my clothes...”


“Will be washed. My name is Yuriko, and this is my sister Natsuko. Please, sit down at the vanity.”


Lokelani could see why they were named so. Yuriko had the pale coloring of winter, while Natsuko had the bright coloring of summer. Snapping out of her daze, the girl would shake her head, moving to close the door.


“No. I’ll dress myself, and do my hair myself.”


“We’re afraid that’s just not possible.”


The two youkai pushed into the room, Natsuko taking up Lokelani’s clothing and putting them in a small cloth bag. Yuriko moved to sweep the robe off of the hanyou’s body, tossing it to her sister before guiding the girl to the chair at the vanity. Strong hands pushed the girl into the seat and held her there. After that, Lokelani just lost it. Grabbing the nearest missile, she’d throw it at the youkai women, letting out a scream of pure rage. A game of chase soon began, with the two youkai trying to catch the hanyou girl. Finally Lokelani bared her fangs and began to attack. The two backed up slightly, wicked grins on their faces.


“The hanyou has a temper!” Natsuko laughed.


Yuriko moved to grasp Lokelani’s shoulders in hand again, letting out a surprised cry as the hanyou’s bare foot connected with her own. Stumbling back Yuriko would bare her fangs before grabbing the girl by the scruff. She’s make quick work to completely strip the hanyou girl, ignoring the screams the girl released.


All three women jumped and screamed when the door came flying open, Sesshomaru appearing in the hole with Toukijin drawn. He let out a snarl that had the youkai women cowering in fear, before turning red glazed eyes on the state of the room.


“What has happened here?” he snarled.


“We tried to dress her, my lord. She refused.”


“I want my clothes! I wont wear that delicate thing!”


Sesshomaru stalked over until he was face to face with Lokelani, snarling, “You will wear what I provide, bitch!”


Before she could even think, Lokelani’s hand swung out. To the surprise of the two women, the slap connected with a loud crack.....




This is a blanket disclaimer for Desires Lokelani is copyrighted to me! Rumiko Takahashi is the creator of Inuyasha and Co, the rest of the characters are copyrighted to her.