InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Mystic Beginnings ❯ Visitors ( Chapter 1 )

[ T - Teen: Not suitable for readers under 13 ]

Just to let everyone know I have seen the third movie and I do know that Inuyasha’s and Sesshoumaru’s father was in fact killed in a battle shortly after lil Inu was born. Great movie. I suggest that you people rent it or buy it if you haven’t seen it yet. Inu’s dad is totally awesome and Izayoi is so pretty.

Anywhoo, this is just a little story I wrote. I thought it would be nice to put Lord Toga (not sure if it’s his real name but I have heard others using it say it is) and Izayoi (I know that’s her name. It was confirmed in the third movie) in a story with a younger Sesshoumaru and even younger Inuyasha.

There are a few new characters and some familiar faces as well.

New Character list:
1. Lady Senn (Lady of the Western Province of Japan (Deceased)

2. Lady Michiru (Lady of Eastern Province of Japan. Her husband was Lord Takanawa)

3. Princess Shikaru (daughter of Lady Michiru and Lord Takanawa)

4. Lord Takanawa (Lord of the Eastern Province of Japan (Deceased)

Disclaimer: Don’t own Inuyasha or any other character from the show. Wish I did, although I think Rumiko Takahashi wouldn’t give them up with out a fight. So please, don’t sue me. I’m broke.

---------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter One: Visitors....

“Sesshoumaru. Have you awakened yet Milord?”

It was dawn in the Western palace where he, Sesshoumaru, resided with his father the honorable Lord Toga, the human Princess Izayoi, and the obnoxious half-breed otherwise known as Inuyasha, when Jaken came to fetch his young charge. Ever since Lord Toga had taken to Princess Izayoi, the old frog like demon had taken it upon himself to watch over the young prince. Opening the double doors that separated Sesshoumaru’s chambers from the rest of the castle, Jaken hobbled over to where the prince was still sleeping.

“Young Prince. It is dawn. Your father, Lord Toga wishes to have a word with you.” Jaken tried, with no success. “Your grace. Please wake up.”

Sesshoumaru turned over, but did not open his eyes. This did not mean however, that he was asleep. He had awoken at the crack of dawn. contemplating upon this weird new twist of fate that had brought a human and Hanyou into his life, when Jaken had came in. As Jaken tried harder to get him out of bed, Sesshoumaru turned his back to the now huffing demon, and smiled.

“Prince Sesshoumaru! Your father Lord Toga wishes to speak with you.” Jaken said as he tried to pull the silk sheets from the bed. “NOW GET UP BEFORE HE HAS MY HEAD!!”

One growl, one tug, and one thump later, both Jaken and Sesshoumaru laid sprawled on the floor, tangled in the sheets. Jaken tried his hardest to get clear of the entanglement but stopped short when a clawed hand seized him around the neck.

“ACK! Prince Sesshoumaru...you are awake?” he asked in a choked voice.

“I wasn’t sleeping Jaken.” Sesshoumaru said coolly as his grip tightened.

If it was possible, Jaken could swear he was seeing his very life flashing before his round, bulbous eyes. Not really much of a life, but one none the less.

“What does my father want with me Jaken? And it had better be important or I shall have to end your miserable existence.” Sesshoumaru said as he squeezed Jaken’s neck.

“Your grace. The Lord...your father...has guests coming...today.” Jaken wheezed.

“Guests? What guest? I, Sesshoumaru, was not informed on this matter.” Sesshoumaru said as he squeezed Jaken’s neck still tighter.

“But my Prince, it was written in a parchment sent to you by your father himself.” Jaken said as he tried in vain to get the claws out of his neck.

“I received no such parchment. What is the old man playing at this time?” Sesshoumaru growled as he stood, thus finally releasing Jaken, who fell to the floor with a small thud.

“He wrote that Lady Michiru and her daughter, Princess Shikaru were to come for a visit. He also wrote to say that you were to be on your best behavior because this visit would also benefit you as well.” Jaken said as he rubbed his neck. “Your father will not wait any longer Prince Sesshoumaru. You had better go to see him.”

“Benefit? How?” Sesshoumaru said as he stared down at the slightly quivering toad youkai.

“Well, I’m not entirely sure. But I had heard your father speaking to Inuyasha’s mother about something having to do with you and Princess Shikaru. I didn’t get to hear much though, all because of that half-breed brother of yours.” Jaken said as he walked a good distance away from the already irritated youkai.

“My father is an old fool. The Lady Michiru and Princess Shikaru do not interest me. But I will go and see what this is all about.” Sesshoumaru said as he walked to the doors. “Oh and a word of advise Jaken. You have better hid yourself because when this Sesshoumaru finds you, I will kill you.” he finished as he walked out the doors, leaving a white Jaken to think upon his own fate.

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“What is father planning this time? As if it weren’t enough he brought that foul human and her ill begotten half-bred son into the castle. Now he is inviting neighboring Inu youkai here as well?” Sesshoumaru said to himself as he made his way to where he knew his father was waiting.

Coming to a stop at the large double doors that led to his father’s throne room, Sesshoumaru took a moment to cleanse himself of any negative thoughts knowing well that his father had attuned his sixth sense to that of his young heir. Dusting the stray dust particles that lingered after the little mishap with Jaken, the young Dog Prince steeled his nerves and made ready for the onslaught of possible tortures to come his way. Inhaling deeply, he counted to ten, and on exhale, knocked on the double doors.

A few good knocks had alerted Lord Toga to the presence of his eldest son and heir to the Western Lands. Knowing that no other Demon or human could take a simple thing like knocking and turn into a boring pastime caused a smile to grow across the old youkai’s face. Leave it to Sesshoumaru to sound monotone even while knocking on a slab of wood.

“Come in Sesshomaru.” Lord Toga called as he straightened his robes.

Watching as his heir and son walked through the double doors, Toga smiled and nodded as Sesshoumaru walked towards the throne.

“Father? You wished to see me?” Sesshoumaru asked he bowed low to his father.

Although his voice was calm, inside the young Demon Prince was angry. Angry with his father for taking a human mate. Angry for the half-bred whelp his father helped to spawn. Angry at Jaken waking him at the crack of dawn, although he was already awake. And mostly for just being alive. In Sesshoumaru’s eyes, he should be Lord of The Western Lands. Toga should have passed on years ago. It was not uncommon, Sesshoumaru knew, for older and wiser Demons to extend their life period for the sake of their mates and spawn. Some Inu Youkai in the past had even lived pass the three thousand mark. Lord Toga was already approaching his one thousand-year mark, and in Sesshoumaru’s eyes, that was far too long for his father to live.

“Sesshoumaru is everything all right? You look tense.” Toga asked as he looked at his son.

Standing, Sesshoumaru kept his frown but slowly shook his head.

“No father. I was only awaiting you to acknowledge this Sesshoumaru.”

“I see. Well since you’re here we might as well get this meeting underway.” Toga nodded to Sesshoumaru. “You.” he said as he turned to a guard, “Please send in Lady Michiru and her daughter Princess Shikaru.”

“As you wish my Lord.” the guard said as he left.

As both waited, Sesshoumaru walked to his fathers’ side and sat down on the lower throne that was his seat. His stepmother and half brother Inuyasha were standing on Toga’s right side. Sesshoumaru noticed that Inuyasha was standing still but looking around with a childishly curious expression on his face. Every noise caused his small triangular shaped ears to swivel and move toward that particular sound. Sesshoumaru also noticed that the young half Demon was watching his mother and father to see what he should be doing. Even if his younger brother was an abomination, Sesshoumaru was proud to see that the young whelp had the manners of his fore fathers and his own bloodline. It really did please him to know that Inuyasha had learned to hold his tongue and not ask annoying questions or to run around while there was important matters at hand. It also pleased the young Dog Demon Prince that Inuyasha was taught to stand still, unless asked or told to move. Watching, Sesshoumaru nodded his head once to his younger sibling, who in turned, smiled.

“Lady Michiru is the wife of the late Lord Takanawa, is she not my Lord?” Izayoi inquired to her husband in a low whisper.

“Yes. Lord Takanawa was the Dog Lord of the East. His wife, Lady Michiru had taken over the lands after his untimely passing. In time, their young daughter Shikaru will take over as Lady of the land. But not before fulfilling the prophecy that was set for her.” Lord Toga whispered as well.

“This prophesies my love...what of it? Do you know what it is?” Izayoi inquired as she calmly put a hand on Inuyasha’s head to keep him from fidgeting.

“I cannot say for sure Izayoi. But I do know that for some reason, Sesshoumaru was made part of that prophecy when Shikaru was first brought here for our blessing. On the third night after her birth, the young Princess was brought to this palace in the West. My beloved Lady Senn, a much younger Sesshoumaru, and I were present. Lady Michiru and Lord Takanawa both asked for her blessing, as it is custom for each Lord and Lady of their region to pay their respects to others of the next region. The prophecy was made by an old hag that had came to pay her respects as well.” Toga explained.

“Did you hear the prophecy?” asked Izayoi.

“Only parts. I had my attention mostly on Sesshoumaru who I might add was more rambunctious and hot headed as a child than he is now. He would probably rip this old dog to shreds if I ever told him he was exactly like Inuyasha at that age.” Toga chuckled.

“Indeed. But now he is as refined and well taught as his father.” Izayoi added with a smile as she looked at Sesshoumaru.

“Yes. In time he will be the Lord of the Western Lands. But that will be later. For now, he is still young and inexperienced. But he will learn.” Toga smiled as he chanced a peek at his son.

“And you my love, will be there to guide him.” Izayoi smiled as she placed a hand on her husbands’ shoulder.

For almost an hour, well it felt like an hour to Sesshoumaru, nothing happened. Looking around, he had the eerie feeling of being watched. Looking to his left, he was astounded to see that Inuyasha had broken free from his mother and was now looking at Sesshoumaru up close. Really close. If he had moved in only a few inches, Inuyasha would be touching noses with Sesshoumaru.

“Whatcha thinkin’ big brother?” the little hanyou asked golden eyes full of curiosity.

“Non of your business half breed.” Sesshoumaru said while turning away. Hanyou’s! Who ever had thought of them needed to be slaughtered.

“It looks to me that you’re thinking of something. Are you feeling all right?” Inuyasha asked as he put a small hand on Sesshoumaru’s head.

Growling, Sesshoumaru slapped the hanyou’s hand away. That action caused tears to well up in
Inuyasha’s golden eyes and a sniffle to come to Sesshoumaru’s ear.

‘He couldn’t possibly be crying?’ Sesshoumaru thought in a slight panic.

Stealing a glance at his father, and stepmother, who were still talking, Sesshoumaru returned his gaze to that of Inuyasha and frowned.

“Stop it now.” he ordered his younger brother, while adding a growl to get his point across.

Inuyasha sniffled a bit before wiping his eyes. Looking down at the floor, the little hanyou contemplated his next action. For some reason, he had heard from the other demons that Sesshoumaru despised him because of what he was. It was hard to believe that his beloved brother hated him only because of his mixed blood. But he was doubtful. If Sesshoumaru did hate him for his, what others dubbed ‘Dirty Blood’, Inuyasha wanted to hear it straight from the horses mouth, or in this case, the dogs mouth.

“Why do you I dishonor you big brother? Is it because of my dirty blood as everyone suggests?” the little hanyou asked, his tiny voice barely above a whisper.

Sesshoumaru leaned back and closed his eyes. So, his brother wanted to know why he hated him huh? Letting a glimmer of a smirk come over his face, Sesshoumaru returned his gaze to Inuyasha and in a low menacing voice, not meant to be heard by his father, answered.

“Yes. With your mother being human and you being nothing but a half-breed, you bring nothing but shame and dishonor to the noble family of the Western Lands.” Sesshoumaru sneered.

After Inuyasha had returned to his place beside his mother, Sesshoumaru let out a breath of relief. Annoying little brothers was one of the things that bothered him more than anything else. Looking to his father he was shocked to see the older demon rubbing Inuyasha’s tiny ears and making soothing growls in the back of his throat. This caused the sniffling child to calm and replace the frown on his face with a silly grin.

“Sesshoumaru?” Lord Toga looked at his eldest son after sending Inuyasha back into the arms of Izayoi.

“Yes father?” Sesshoumaru replied.

“The next time you wish to tell your brother he dishonors you because of his heritage or anything else of that nature, I advise you to make sure I am not listening. I am most displeased with you Sesshoumaru. If anyone is dishonorable, it is you.” Toga hissed.

The words his father spoke had cut Sesshoumaru deeply. If anything, they had hurt, a lot. Never before had Toga said anything like that and Sesshoumaru was more than a little upset. Growling low so his father or brother could not hear him, the Demon Prince sat and sulked until their guests showed up. When Toga stood, he knew he would also be expected to stand as well. He would be in front of two guests that had came to his home in which to speak to the Lord of the castle. He would be expected to show proper etiquette and stand straight, tall, and proud. No slouching. And no glares at the hanyou, which had caused him to get trouble in the first place.

‘When I get you alone half-breed...’ Sesshoumaru thought with a snarl.

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After some time, in which Inuyasha had gotten bored and started to explore the layout of the throne room, Sesshoumaru began to wonder if Lady Michiru and Shikaru were coming or not. Already he had nodded off, using his arm as a sort of pillow. Yawning, he looked around, bored. Scanning the room his eyes fell on his stepmother. Izayoi was a beauty. But still, she was human. Sesshoumaru had never understood why his father chose to marry someone such as her, and why he had not chosen to remain faithful to the young Princes own mother. Lady Senn was beautiful, carefree and very much a lady. Her own parents, the Lord and Lady of the south, were Dog Demons as well. Senn had long white hair that shone silver in the sun. Her golden eyes were always searching. And her lips were always drawn up into a smile. Sesshoumaru’s mother was the rightful Lady of the land, that was until she passed away. Although he was still a pup, Sesshoumaru remembered the day it happened.

::Flash Back::

“Mother?” a very young Sesshoumaru inquired as he crept closer to the relaxed form of a woman.

“Yes my little one?”

“Is it true what the healer says? You’re going to die soon?”

“Yes Sesshoumaru. It’s true. I am dieing.”

“But you can’t die. What will father and I do mother? You cannot leave us. Not now. There are still so many things for you to teach me. And father will be lonely without you.”

“You and your father have each other Sesshoumaru. Neither one of you will be lonely and he shall take over teaching you when I am gone. Your father is strong. You must trust him, for my sake.”

“I do trust father...but lately he has been going to see a human girl. Is he trying to replace you mother?”

“No. I gave my consent for your father to see her. You see Sesshoumaru, the girl is called Izayoi and she will be giving birth soon to your half brother.”

“What!?” Sesshoumaru started as he stood. “Mother you can’t be serious. Father is already dishonoring you by having an affair? You haven’t even passed yet and he’s already sharing his bed with a commoner?”

“I gave my consent, seeing as how I am on verge of death Sesshoumaru. Besides, Izayoi is kind. You will learn to like her in time my little one. Now come give mother a hug. And Sesshoumaru, whatever happens please remember that I love you my son. Always.”

::End Flash Back::

Shaking his head to clear the memories, Sesshoumaru’s emotionless expression faltered for a second to allow a yawn. Looking around, he saw that his father and human stepmother were engaged in yet another conversation, while Inuyasha had fallen asleep in Izayoi’s arms. Even his half-breed younger brother had a mother. Izayoi was healthy and very much alive. Sesshoumaru allowed a short growl to be directed at the pair. It wasn’t fair. Why did Lady Senn have to die and leave him and his father in the safekeeping of this human? What did he do to deserve this injustice? Allowing a snarl, Sesshoumaru narrowed his eyes at his young stepmother, but stopped short when his father looked at him.

“Sesshoumaru is something wrong?” Toga asked as he motioned for Izayoi to stand back.

“Nothing father. I am just a little restless. When are Lady Michiru and her whelp supposed to be here? We’ve been waiting for nearly an hour. This Sesshoumaru is getting bored.” the Demon Prince said as he fought back another yawn.

“They should be arriving.” Toga said with a small shrug. “You, go see what is taking Lady Michiru and Shikaru so long.” he added as he spied another guard.

“Yes my Lord.” the guard bowed and rushed from the room.

And so they waited. Sesshoumaru leaned against his arm once again as he contemplated what horrors awaited for him. He vaguely remembered meeting Lady Michiru and her daughter many moons ago. The Demon Prince was still quite young when the adjacent Lord and Lady of the Eastern Lands had brought their still newborn daughter to his home. How old was Shikaru now? Was she about his age now or Inuyasha's age? Had the exotic markings on her face fully developed? Sesshoumaru thought about all these and more questions. It would be hard to tell since it was custom in the East to wear a veil over ones face. The only thing he and the others would be able to see where the eyes. But that was only before an Eastern Demoness became brides...wasn’t it? When Lady Michiru had visited last, she had no such veil covering. He knew this only because she had mentioned that she was a married woman and did not need the veil any longer. Was Shikaru still covered in a veil? Was this why she and her mother were visiting? Suddenly, Sesshomaru sat up. Now sweating, the young Prince looked over at his father. This was why he summoned to the throne room? Was he to be Princess Shikaru’s fiance?

“Sesshoumaru is something wrong?” Toga asked when he noticed his son looking around in an almost panicked manner.

“Why are Lady Michiru and Shikaru here father?” Sesshomaru asked, a hint of fear in his eyes.

“They seek my help Sesshoumaru. What is this about? And why are you shaking like a newborn pup?” the elder Lord asked.

“I want the truth. Lady Michiru is not here for our help is she? She and Shikaru are here because of...” Sesshoumaru began to rant.

“Ah Michiru, Shikaru. Welcome!” Toga said as he stood to welcome his guests.
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Chapter 1 is finished. I am expecting Reviews People, so start writing. LOL :P