InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Last Warrior ❯ Prologue pt.2 ( Chapter 2 )

IMPORTANT NOTE AT THE BOTTOM!!!!!!!!!!PLEASE READ

 

Prologue pt.2

 

The next day went the same as the first, though it was cooler than the previous day, and there was no noise to be heard for miles around, even with Inuyasha's sensitive ears. Except for the singing metal coming from Inuyasha's hands. His sword swept through the air, air cascading off of it. Inuyasha was training alone in the woods. His only company was a small squirrel silently sitting on a tree branch, curiously watching with anticipation.

 

Crisp autumn air bit as his fingertips. His breath came in jagged pants and his cheeks were flushed bright red from excursion. His nose was numb from the endless training, as were his ears, unguarded from the cool wind. Though there was no snow on the ground it must have been a few degrees below freezing.

 

That instant, Inuyasha looked up at the sun. Judging from the position, it was time to meet the stoic priestess. He could not help the shiver of anticipation run through his veins; he had enjoyed their short talk the day before. `Perhaps marrying her won't be as bad as I first believed.' He thought to himself. Then a darker voice whispered in his ear, `You're pathetic. The only reason you enjoy her company is because she excepts you. You're just a disgusting hanyou. You make me sick.' He flinched at the harsh words; sadly, he knew they were true.

 

He shook his head, clearing all the nasty thoughts from his head. He slid his gigantic sword into its sheath, glowing brilliantly as it changed into its weaker, rustier form as it hit the sheath. He began a quick jog as he sped through the slowly dying forest. When he finally arrived at the docks no one was in sight.

 

He impatiently stood, tapping his foot in a bored gesture. He began to wonder if he had been stood up when said priestess made her entrance that was similar to the day before. Her dark hair sat flatly at her waist, cold eyes staring forward as though she was somewhere else. Her eyes suddenly regained some life and she peered around the dock only to find him standing beside the boats. He knew she saw him but she made no gesture of greeting. She began her decent down the hill to him. When she reached him she gave a slight nod which he returned.

 

He wordlessly helped her into the boat before he went to the back and began to row. There was a heavy silence though neither wished to break it. Finally Kikyou began, “Inuyasha, why do you train so hard. It is unlikely that you will ever need such training?”

 

“Kikyou, are you aware that there are millions of demons who seek the sacred jewel you hold. Many of them believe that the easiest way to get it is to sneak up on you from the woods. I train because I kill many of those demons. Though you don't know it, you aren't as all knowing as you like to think.” He replied.

 

She paused shortly before saying, “Yet you find yourself attracted to me. Perhaps you aren't as all knowing as you believe.” There was a long pause; the tension was so thick you could cut through it with a knife. “I did not ask you out here to fight. Inuyasha, have you ever had a commitment in your life? One so serious that if you broke it many lives would pay?” She asked.

 

He tried his hardest to think of one but none came to his mind. “Feh,” He replied. “You have finally lost it Kikyou. What are you talking about?”

 

“Nothing, perhaps you will find out later.” She said. Their ride continued on for a while, each of them growing accustomed to the other's presence. Slowly Inuyasha began to relax though he noticed that Kikyou still held her shoulders straight and bow in hand. “Inuyasha, I feel I have left my duties long enough. Please return me to shore.” She stated.

 

He didn't answer but turned the boat around and began to row back to the solid earth. When they returned Kikyou quickly got out of the boat and began to walk back to the village. He watched her, the way her hair bounced with every step, the graceful way her hips swayed. He soon found he couldn't tear his eyes away from her. When she was gone from sight he was finally able to bring his eyes away. He quickly blinked, not enjoying the feeling he was having right now.

 

They continued on like this for just under a month. Inuyasha found he was becoming more attracted to her at every meeting, though she always remained alert and never truly opened up to him. He assumed it was from her priestess training and let it drop. Her body excited him, her lips tempted him and her voice aroused him. He began to realize he was falling in love with the mighty priestess.

 

As the first snow fell he began to feel the urge to follow her, even though they usually met in the afternoon, he watched her in the morning. He knew he was becoming obsessive with Kikyou, yet he was an addict, he couldn't stop himself. He would hide in the trees and watch her pass, though he made sure none of his red haori was in sight.

 

He watched her until she had arrived at the village before leaving to do train. He never really noticed it but ever since he had really met Kikyou he was training less than ever before.

 

He went to the same meadow that Kikyou had first approached him in. After he finished his ruthless training he began the descent to the docks. Though the water was frozen over and they could no longer go for boat rides that was their unofficial meeting place. Today Kikyou was the first to arrive. She was patiently waiting for his arrival.

 

“Good afternoon Inuyasha.” She said. She had begun to greet him during the middle of the month.

 

“Same to you Kikyou.” He said shortly. They began their traditional walk through his forest. There was a peaceful silence, all the bugs were frozen, the birds had migrated and the children were inside their homes, trying to escape the bitter cold.

 

“Inuyasha,” She said questioningly, “Why do you follow me? I feel your presence during the mornings. I know you're watching me.” She asked.

 

Inuyasha turned a bright red, muttering softly to himself. “Feh,” He replied. He honestly didn't know. It was funny how such a simple question could fluster him so much.

 

“You know, you and I are some what similar. You would give anything to be free of your hanyou blood, while I would give anything to be a free girl. Even I'm normal. I have like men, I am afraid of things I get lonely at night. We are both trapped in a spider's web, weaved in so tightly that we have no chance of escaping.”

 

There was a long pause there before Inuyasha said, “Kikyou, I have to go, I'll see you tomorrow.” After his short statement he bounded off into the woods.

 

After that they never spoke of the subject until one summer's afternoon. Inuyasha and Kikyou had begun to go for boat rides again. When they were in the middle of the lake Kikyou began to speak. “Inuyasha, do you remember that day in winter when I spoke of how we are the same. Bound in a spider's web. What if I told you we could both be free? Inuyasha, use the Shikon Jewel to become human. You will be free of your half blood. You would be accepted by all humans. The Shikon Jewel would fade from this lifetime and I could be free. We would both be free. We could live as a normal husband and wife, in harmony. Please free us both.” She almost begged.

 

He didn't know what to think. She was asking him to do something he had never even considered before, yet her argument was good. For some reason he didn't immediately disagree. Then the voices came back. `That's because you've fallen in love with the priestess.' Said the kinder voice. `Our youkai instincts tell us that she isn't the one. The wench is conniving something. You're to pathetic to see it.' Said the darker voice. He didn't know what to think; it seemed that his two sides were pulling him in two different directions. He could no longer tell what was right and what was wrong. “Kikyou, please give me more time to think. I don't know right now.” He answered.

 

“Well I cannot be with you until you have made the correct choice.” She said firmly. “Please return us to shore.”

 

Her harsh words hurt him. `See, she isn't the one for you.' Said the darker voice. He was expecting an argument from the other voice but when none came he began to think. Kikyou got out of the boat as they reached the docks. As she was taking a step her sandal broke. Her legs were unusually sore from the long voyage with no movement. She stumbled and began to fall. As her face neared the ground two muscular circled her waist. They pulled her up so she was firmly placed on two feet. He spun her around so she was facing him. He lowered his face so that he was staring straight into her eyes. “I'll do it. I'll become human, for you.” He said before kissing her straight on the lips. This was their first kiss, though he was relaxed he still felt a fear of being rejected. Though she never stopped him, she never responded or became less tense.

 

When he pulled away from her she gave a small grin. “Thank you.” She replied. He noticed her dark eyes flashed but ignored it. He was too happy right then to care if her eyes darkened in color. They began to walk towards the village. The day was full of joyous noises. Bright colors shown throughout the forest. There were bees buzzing along with the hornets. He was too happy to realize that there had never been a hornet that sounded quite like that in his forest.

 

As they walked into the center of the village he saw a monk dressed in the purple priest's grab. It seemed that he was flirting with one of the lady's in the town. He soon recognized him as his old friend, Miroku. He had been his best friend when they were training to become samurai warriors.

 

“Monk!” He greeted. Though he did not show it he was extremely happy to see his friend. Though he was a little curious as to this unexpected visit.

 

“Inuyasha!” He yelled for the two were still a ways away. “It is wonderful to see you! Who is this lovely lady?” He inquired.

 

“This is my fiancée, Kikyou.” He said giving a warning glare at the monk whose hand was slowly making it's way towards her behind. Miroku was still the same as he remembered. His dark brown hair was pulled into a short dragon tail at the nape of his neck, his violet eyes full of mischief and wonder. He was still as much of a pervert as before, broad well-trimmed frame.

 

“Perhaps I should go.” She whispered. Before leaving, walking towards her small hut. The two men could not help but stare as she left.

 

Finally Inuyasha was able to tear his gaze off of her luscious form. “How are you?” He asked.

 

“I am fine and yourself?” He asked. Now that Inuyasha really looked he could see his friend was not as fine as he said. His eyes lost much of their previous flint, his hair was falling flat and his entire frame screamed exhaustion.

 

“All is well here. Let's go to my hut, there we can talk in private.” He said glaring as many women made to eavesdrop on them. “Where is your horse?” He asked.

 

“I put him in the stable. He is being well taken care of, I saw to it that one of the boy's would look after him.

 

“Still spoiling kids as always.” Inuyasha scoffed.

 

“Still a rude jerk as always, Inuyasha.” Miroku retorted.

 

They walked into the hut. It was small, made from cherry wood, giving it a beautiful shimmer. The inside consisted of three rooms. A bedroom with a cot, a small kitchen, and a greeting area. “Nice home.” The monk observed.

 

“Yeah, know what is the reason you came here. You look almost dead with exhaustion.”

 

“Always to the point. You are needed in the army of the western lands. Your brother sent me.”

 

A/N: VERY IMPORTANT! MUST READ! Okay I have two ideas for an upcoming story, it will either be Stand Beside Me or Moonlight Stroll.

Moonlight Stroll- Kagome sees Inuyasha and Kikyou in bed together. She runs away but not before Inuyasha sees her. He leaves not wanting her to be hurt, he chases after her to see her get kidnapped by Naraku, how will he save Kagome from the fate Naraku will surely give her?

Stand Beside Me- Kagome and Sango, her best friend, but a summer home in the lovely state of Hawaii. There she meets the handsome hanyou Inuyasha. They have a summer time fling, or so both believe but what happens when summer is over and Inuyasha has to go back to Kyoto and Kagome to Tokyo?