InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Secrets of the past ❯ Kagome's loss ( Chapter 1 )

[ Y - Young Adult: Not suitable for readers under 16 ]

Disclaimer: I don't own Inuyasha…I wish I did.

She sat up in the middle of the night in a deep cold sweat. It was the dream again, the strange unexplainable dream that she couldn't understand. Miroku slept peacefully with Shippo cuddled up beside him. Sango didn't look disturbed at all. It was unusual for the young miko to go off without telling anyone but she needed to go on a nice brisk walk. It was so nice to have her sweater and the rest of her winter clothes with her in the feudal era. It was chilly out and she was glad that she had something warm to wear. Kagome walked out to her favorite spot in the forest. It was not often that the group camped so close to Kaede's hut and Kagome was always delighted to feel close to home. As she sat next to the well she looked at the small shrine that paid homage to her poor brother Souta. Shippo colored a picture of her brother happy and smiling. She and Sango had placed flowers around the well and they tried to put fresh flowers as often as they could. Kagome had been so happy to see a smile on Sango's face when she got Kohaku back. During their last battle, they had fought Naraku's subordinate, Kagura, again. She had brought Kohaku along for the fight.

Flashback (Kagome's POV months earlier)

-KOHAKU!!!

Sango was cut and her clothes were almost completely ripped to shreds by Kagura's forceful wind attacks. Kohaku stood wide eyed and looked at Sango.

This woman…I know this woman…

The young boy's mind was flooded with flashbacks of a time he could not remember. He fell to his knees and stared at the ground confused and dazed.

-Boy get off the ground and heed my commands! Kill the bitch and the miko now!

Sango runs to her brother and puts her arms around him as they both sobbed uncontrollably.

-I don't understand what is going on. Sango squeezes him tightly.

-I will always protect you.

Kagura moves to attack the two siblings and Inuyasha aimed his Kaze no Kizo directly at her. She avoids the attack and decides to retreat. She used her father to make a quick exit and she knew that Naraku would be extremely pissed.

-I will be back for the boy Inuyasha, you can't protect everyone all the time.

Flashback ends

Regular POV (also four months earlier)

After that Kagome took Kohaku back to her time. They all thought it would be safer for him there. Souta and Kohaku became fast friends. But Kohaku slowly began to remember Sango. He wanted to see his sister and speak with her. Sango had told Kagome that it would be better for Kohaku to leave the feudal era and forget the bad things that had happened in his lifetime. He was persistent and every time Kagome came home, he would beg and plead to return to his time. Souta wanted to see his new friend happy, so he spied on his older sister; he overheard Kagome speak of the shikon jewel and its power to transport people to the other era. She had assured her mother that her kid brother would not be able to go through the well without her. Her mom was afraid that Souta might try to venture out on his own adventure with Kagome's wild and courageous companions. Souta wondered if somehow he and Kohaku could escape to visit Sango. Later that night as Kagome slept peacefully in her bed, her brother crept into her room and stole a single jewel shard. Souta and his new pal went out to the well and were hurtled into a whirlwind through space and time. They climbed out of the well and stumbled into the feudal era. At that moment they both realized they had no idea where they were or how to get to Sango.

Kaede was out gathering herbs and medicinal plants when she saw the two boys.

-Kohaku, how did ye get back here and who is this boy that ye have brought here?

-Kaede, this is Souta and he is Kagome's brother. Where are my sister and the others?

-They are waiting the young lad's sister to return. Miroku had to visit his village and the others went with him. Where is Kagome?

-My sister? Well…she is…uh…she is sick and she is staying back home until she is better.

-Well let us be quick about it then. Look for the plants with the purple leaves and blue roots. Be careful the roots are poison.

-Yes Lady Kaede.

The boys followed her into the field and gathered as many herbs as they could. Just as they started to head back, Kaede senses a youkai nearby.

-There is an evil aura around…ye both get down. Be quick!

The boys hide lying on the ground behind the tall blades of grass. A kitsune youkai approaches and Kaede is thrown down roughly and is badly injured. Souta jumps up to aid the elderly woman.

-KAEDE!!

He stumbles and falls but the kitsune senses him. He stabs the boy in the leg with his double edged sword. A wounded Souta hobbles to dodge the youkai's green flame attack but falls to the ground. Kohaku goes to help him but the youkai gets to Souta first. He claws away at his flesh deepening his wound and killing the helpless boy. Kohaku manages to lift Kaede and take her away from the battle but youkai is ready to attack him. Kohaku attempts to protect Kaede but the youkai stops, sensing a powerful force coming towards them. Kohaku goes by Kaede's side, feeling defeated and upset while his friend's lifeless body remains in its stead.

Back to the present

Kagome gulps back tears as the memories flood back to her. It was she who found and saved an unconscious Kaede in the feudal era when she returned. She found a delirious Kohaku and gave him a sleep aid. She then had to come back for her little brother's cold and frigid body. She went back home and took the sleeping Kohaku with her. She stayed and watched as her mother sat down in shock. She only stayed with her mother for a day. Despite her mother's endless protests, she had come back to aid her friends on their quest for jewel shards. Inuyasha and the others knew she was hurting, but she would put on a happy face like everyone else had despite their troubles. Somehow she felt at peace under the tree they had all dedicated to her brother. She wiped her eyes and headed back to camp. She tried to creep back into her sleeping bag without making a sound.

-KAGOME! Where did you go? We need to get some more damn shards. You should get my sleep…wench always slowing me down.

I hope that I didn't sound too mean…

-I don't need you Inu Yasha!! OSUWARI!!

Kagome rushed into the woods and burst into uncontrollable sobs. She collapsed hopelessly on the ground. Sensing her pain, the youkai picks her up and takes her with him.

Majenji had no idea what to do with this girl from afar. He was supposed to watch over her. Lady Inu was his mistress and he had done what she asked. Lady Inu's life was still in danger but she had seen how much Inu Yasha cared for the girl. Inu Yasha could never know she was alive or it would the end of them all. She had been the slave to the Lord of the North Lands. He had wanted to have her as his bride but Inutaisho had taken over his lands and Lady Inu had fallen in love with him. The Northern Lord Taime made his doppelganger transform and fake Lady Inu's death over a century ago. He forced Lady Inu to watch as her mate fell in love with another female…a human at that. Unlike her son Sesshomarou, she had not turned bitter and cold. Her son was fine and her mate had found love and she was happy for him. Inutaisho's death hurt Lady Inu and she felt deeply for the poor hanyou who had to fend for himself. Inuyasha had still found love even after the loss of both his parents and Kikyo. Kagome was afraid and alone, Lady Inu sent Majenji to protect the fragile girl. Lady Inu's father was Lord of the South lands and on his death bed he was happy to see his daughter mate with her love and bring peace to his lands.

Majenji took the woman to the palace of the southern lands. She was placed in Lady Inu's old chambers. There was a small wound on her forehead and the servants dressed and cleaned it. The servants did not know who the guest was but knew she was extremely important. They had never met Lady Inu and still believed she was dead. Majenji was the only one that knew of Lady Inu's mishap. Kagome rested for a little over a day and was well taken care of. She awoke to a silky silver room. Drapery hung from the canopy bed, layers of silk surrounding the miko. There were large silver down pillows all over the bed and on the window seat. The white fur carpeting was wall to wall and a silver fur blanket sat at the edge of the bed. The window was large and had an exquisite view. Food was placed on a side table…Kagome had never seen anything that was place before her. She was wearing a silk sleeping outfit. It was strange and unfamiliar. As everything else was… A servant came in to speak to the distinguished guest.

-My Lady, do you wish for anything?

-No but thank you…oh before you go…where am I? Who am I? Who are you? I just can't seem to remember anything.

-I am Kanna and you are in the Inu palace of the south. Majenji will speak to you soon. And with that the Pale young girl left.

In the opposite direction Lady Inu sat alone and afraid. Taime had found Majenji's river magic in her room. It was the only way she could contact the outside world. Well, there was one other way but no one ha ever successfully used the sambaing method. She had her fans and could enchant them but she would put everyone in danger. Kagome's life was on the line so she would have to act quickly.

-Mate. I thought you understood me. Your son will die at my hands if you disobeyed me. Wench this time you go too far…

Lady Inu lay on the floor injured and fear. She was exhausted and used her very last bit of energy to contact her son.

-Sesshy…darling…

-Mother?

No this must be some trick of Naraku's. I won't listen to his futile attempts at swaying my attention.

-Yes, Sesshomarou…I am being held captive, but that is not important. You are all in grave danger. The girl Kagome, is a strong and powerful miko, she has not fully mastered her powers yet but she is still a force to be reckoned with. -Lady Inu coughs up blood- You must find her and save her. She will save s all in the end. But for now she is a weak woman-coughs- woman and you must protect her. She is in the southern palace of my family. You must take her and flee for my captor is after her and she will be killed. I must go. I love you son and Kowari Awaraya. I must go before he-

-Mother??

No one knows of the special goodbye my mother told me when I was a babe…that was her…but how. I guess I must find the stupid wench of Inuyasha. Mother…no I must never feel again.

Sesshomarou called on Jaken and told him to care for Rin. The western Lord left and headed towards the lands of the south. He flew swiftly to save the girl for the sake of his mother.

Kagome went to bathe in the hot springs of the palace and she felt calm and relaxed as she sunk beneath the warm waters. She somewhat felt safe in this unfamiliar place. She began to rift off to sleep when Kanna arrived to take her to the dining hall.

-Miss, dinner is awaiting you in the dining hall.

-Thanks Kanna. When do I get to speak with Majenji?

-I am assured that he will be at dinner tonight and you may speak to him if this pleases you.

-Thank you I will.

Kanna leaves and Kagome gets dressed in the satin kimono that was laid out for her. She walked to the hall barefoot with mussed and wet long raven locks. When she arrived in the hall she was captivated by the long wooden table, the soft burgundy cotton table cloth, and the heavenly cushioned seats. A strange looking man sat at the opposite end of the table and they both began to eat the wonderful foods that were placed before them. They ate silently for a short while before Kagome spoke.

-Excuse me sir, but Kanna said you would explain everything to me…

-You are Likuta, Lady of the south. Lady Inu was the heir to the thrown but after her death your father took over these lands. This is Japan. Kanna will show you your dresses and everything you may need. I will teach you the mannerisms of a demoness (youkai ess sounded dumb^__^)

They sat there for what felt like hours as Likuta (Kagome) learned the proper behavior of a Lady youkai.

-Still don't remember anything…may I leave now?

-Madam you are ruler here, I obey you. -Majenji held back his laughter- Anything you so desire shall be done.

-Thanks.

With that Likuta left the room and was greeted by Kanna.

-Lady your wardrobe is in the hall closet, you may wear whatever pleases you. It is all yours.

-Thank you. That will be all Kanna.

Likuta opens the closet to reveal an array of gorgeous kimonos, beautiful flower printed gowns, and many lovely accessories. She chose a light pink dress and a pearl colored kimono with purple snapdragon prints. She wrapped the light pink fabric around her waist and tied it into a large bow at the middle of her back. When she went into her chambers, three servants were waiting to assist her. They put her long hair into a bun and put rouge on her lips. Kagome was transformed into the fictional demoness, Likuta. Unbeknownst to her Majenji had masked her scent and made it seem she was powerful enough to lose her own musk. The servants were all in awe of this mysterious youkai. She went and sat out on the balcony.

Sesshomarou approached the southern palace, he could smell the wench but her scent was faint and stale. It seemed as if she had left but he was unsure. A powerful demon was in this place. It actually seemed as if the wench ha left but he was unsure. He could sense Naraku but it was far off. He went into the palace and moved swiftly.

-Lord Sesshomarou.

I must careful; Lady Inu said I must not trust anyone.

-Who are you? Where is the wen-…I mean Kagome?

-Lord I do not know but you may speak to Lady Likuta. I will retrieve her.

A few moments the Lay arrives to greet the great Lord of the west.

-Greetings Lord Sesshomarou. She says as she kneels and bows to him. He pulls her chin up and stares into her eyes.

I know who she is, but I can not be completely sure. Who is this Lady?

-Likuta, rise. Now tell me what you know about a miko named Kagome?

-Why I am sorry my Lord, but I have suffered memory loss and I do not recall-

A headache comes to her suddenly and brings her back to her knees as flashes of Souta and Inuyasha plague her mind.

-Nooooo! SOUTA!!

She collapses in Sesshomarou's arms and he carries her to a seat. He holds this woman unsure of the strange feelings taking over with this female in his arms. It had been a long time. He would not let these thoughts linger. He had her servants take him to her quarters. He laid her in her bed and as he exited he spoke to Majenji.

-I require a room and a place to cleanse myself.

-Yes my lord. Follow me.

So this is what I have so far…please review cause I want continue until you do….also sesshy has a deep background and so does his mom…more details later..