InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Guardians ❯ Chapter 24 ( Chapter 24 )

Still no internet but at least I'm still writing. Anyway hope you like I still don't have any Internet, but hey already 09/17/05 and almost 3 weeks with nothing. I only got power back earlier this week. I still don't own Inuyasha characters.

 

Chapter 24

 

Sesshomaru flew next to Jade watching as her powerful wings flapped every once in a while and her hair flew behind her like a cloak. “Where are we going?”

 

“Home.” She said no more as she flew a few more hours to a village that had been destroyed and left in ruins.

 

Sango immediately recognized the area and wondered why they were here and then remembered that Jade claimed to be Midoriko's sister and wondered if she came here to pay her respects. She couldn't believe that Jade was an immortal as well as Kagome.

 

Miroku couldn't believe that the two women he had befriended were immortal and more beautiful than he could have ever imagined. He knew that Inuyasha was now Kagome's mate and it wouldn't be long before Sesshomaru took Jade for his own. He was, however, surprised at the fight that she was giving him because he knew that Sesshomaru could have any woman he desired with his features and status. Miroku found it highly amusing to watch Jade battle Sesshomaru both verbally and physically and she usually won. She will be good for him though because he'll have to fight to get her. You appreciate what you have even more if you have to fight for it. With this last thought he looked to the beautiful demon exterminator in front of him.

 

Jade landed in front of the legendary Midoriko's cave. “Please wait here while I pay my respects to my sister. I'll only be a few minutes.” She turned and entered the cave facing the remains of her sister's epic battle. “Hello sister I've come for a visit. The shikon has been put back together and Naraku will soon be defeated.” She looked into the lifeless eyes that only stared back at her. “I will always miss you Midoriko, but I have a new family now. No one will ever take your place in my heart.” She turned from her sister then and walked back out of the cave. “I will explain everything, but we'll do it at my home away from those who would listen.” Jade then opened a portal and waited as everyone walked through.

 

Everyone, but Kagome was stunned at the beauty of the room they entered. It was a large sitting room done in shades of blue and green with a large fireplace against the far wall with several couches and silk pillows surrounding it. Jade and Kagome looked up at hearing someone coming down the hall. The door opened to reveal a young woman with powder blue hair with navy streaks and blue eyes with specks of silver. As with Jade and Kagome she too had beautiful wings. She looked into the room and smiled when she saw Sesshomaru standing next to Jade. She turned to usher someone else in and they were surprised to find this person had a large cart filled with food and drink.

 

“I'm so glad to see you miladies safe and you've finally brought your friends.”

 

“Thank you Hitomi, although I'm sure I know how you found out we were coming. I do appreciate the homecoming,” said Jade.

 

Hitomi just grinned as her attention focused on Kagome and Inuyasha. “I'm so glad that your finally mated Lady Kagome and it's a pleasure to know it's to Lord Inuyasha. Now maybe you can convince Lady Jade to accept a mate so I can have little ones running around here again.”

 

Kagome started laughing as Jade turned crimson with embarrassment. “Thank you Hitomi and I'm sure Jade will take a mate before you know it. As I'm sure you know she has finally agreed to let Lord Sesshomaru court her.”

 

“Hai, I know and am very anxious to have them mated.” She looked at Jade and grinned at her mistress's embarrassment and decided that her duty was done in making everyone feel welcome and at home. “I know you must have things to discuss so I'll leave you to it.”

 

After she had gone everyone took a seat with the children lying on the soft pillows sleeping under the watchful eyes of Ah Un. Jade was seated in the center with Sesshomaru by her side, Kagome and Inuyasha on the couch to her left and Sango and Miroku on her right. “It all started long before my sister fought the legendary battle that created the shikon no tama. I was training with her and the more I trained the more power began to surface. In very little time I was as powerful as she and she feared for my safety. There were numerous youkai who were trying to kill her because of her power and she knew they would come for me as well. So to protect me she put a concealing spell on my powers and aura so that everyone would only see a normal girl. Unfortunately, it was not meant to last and with her death the spell slowly faded.” She looked up to make sure that everyone was listening before she continued. “When my sister created the shikon jewel there was also another jewel created and entrusted to me, but it merged with my body giving my already substantial power and enormous boost. My human body could barely contain the power I already held and with the addition of the jewel it was to much. The power could not be contained in a mortal's body so it chose to change me into an immortal. I traveled for many years fighting and learning new techniques to protect myself and others. Many had heard of a young woman warrior with the strength to rival Midoriko so I was hunted by both human and youkai. I eventually met Hitori and became a soul guardian.”

 

“What exactly is a soul guardian?” asked Miroku.

 

Jade smiled at him. “You have heard of guardian angels have you not?” At his confirmation she continued. “The stories of guardian angels were based on the soul guardians. There are two types: those who guard the living and those who guard the dead. A guardian of the living protects the souls by helping them keep the positive and negative energies in check. We also try to direct them in times of difficulty. If there are many people in danger that are under our protection we can choose to reveal ourselves fully to protect them. I myself have been known to protect villages from massacre.” She looked at Sango and then looked away. “I'm sorry Sango I was protecting another village when yours was attacked. I tried to make it there in time, but did not.”

 

Sango looked at her with wonder. “You're the dark guardian of our village. The one I heard tales of as a child. You would come at our greatest time of need to protect everyone.”

 

“Yes I am. Your village has guarded my sister for centuries and took good care of her companion. I could do no less.”

 

“Her companion?”

 

Jade smiled warmly at Sango. “Yes, Kirara was my sisters constant companion as she is now yours. I'm grateful she is happy with you.”

 

“It's not your fault you were protecting others and it's impossible to protect two places at once.”

 

`Thank you, Sango. Eventually the guardians needed a new lady and because I was once human they decided I was the best choice. Now not only do I rule over the guardians that protect the living, but the dead as well. I am the only one with the power of both all other guardians protect one or the other.”

 

“Guardians of the dead?” asked Miroku.

 

“Yes, they make sure that a soul is protected in the spirit realm until it is time to be reincarnated or in cases such as Naraku I make sure they are condemned to the seventh level of hell with no chance of escape or anything else. It's not an easy task, but I do have those who help me and I have appointed Lords over the realms that report directly to me and I also check on them constantly to make sure everything is running smoothly.”

 

“Are you saying you control if a soul enters the gates of heaven or is sent to hell,” asked Inuyasha.

 

“Yes, I am. There are many that I see to personally and guide them to their resting places.” She looked at both brothers before answering the questions that were held in their eyes. “I guided both of your mothers and father to their resting places and believe it or not they are good friends now. Although they tease you father relentlessly. I also guided Miroku's ancestors and yes perversion, unfortunately, runs strong in all the men of that blood line. I have also guided all that have protected my sister's resting place Sango.”

 

“Can we contact them,” asked Sesshomaru.

 

Jade sighed, “unfortunately no. It is not permitted because it would create unrest with the soul, but I can tell you that your father has requested to be reincarnated as the son to the first of you who creates an heir.” She laughed at the wide-eyed look on their faces. “It's getting late so lets rest for the night.” She stood and everyone followed her to their rooms. Sango was led to a room done in various pinks with a large bed in the center. Miroku's room was decorated in purple, Inuyasha and Kagome's room was done in reds and Sesshomaru's was done in various white and silvers. The children stayed in a room next to Jade's that was decorated in bright colors and had two beds. The room was filled with toys and books for them. After everyone was settled Jade returned to her room for a long bath. After her bath though she could not sleep and decided to take a walk in her gardens until she came to a cliff that overlooked a large pond with the moon shining brightly. She became so engrossed in the peace she didn't notice that she was being watched.

 

Uh Oh. Who's there I wonder.