Unnatural

“Speaking”
‘Thoughts’

bChapter 6
Shippo/b

“So you do remember me? Good.” He said with a chuckle and I closed my eyes as his voice washed over me like an omen. “It is time Miko for you to be reacquainted with your extended family.”

“Extended family; what are you talking about?” I had no idea who he was talking about. I didn’t think he was referring to him self, so what in the world could he mean by that sentence?

His next words were like a prayer something that I never thought I would hear, “Your kit still lives.” His tone was even and maybe a bit dark it was as is he was telling me in that sentence just how much trouble my little kit had caused him over the years and the smile that came with the thought of Shippo was one of happiness and confusion.

If I was unfamiliar with the power he held in a single sword I would not have believed him, but I knew. “Shippo, But how? He was” I could not finish the sentence as a chocked sob made its way out my mouth. It still hurts after all this time the feelings of loss still flowed as strong as it did the day I lost them all. If this was some sort of sick joke!

“Tensiaga. The Slayer and Houshi along with your Kit were resurrected,” he said in a plain tone as if I should have realized this already, but when he continued his tone was softer as if he was trying to tread carefully. “But Inuyasha could not be. His soul had moved on by the time I had arrived to their graves.”

I knew what he meant and a familiar pain in my chest alerted me to why he would have resisted the powers of Tensiaga. Kikyo, it always came back to her whether he was dead or not. He was finally reunited with his first love, so he did not want to leave her. I could not help but ask myself why though. Why would he resurrect them? Sesshomaru never did anything unless he benefited from it, unless of course it was Rin who asked. And I doubted he would have taken to her to the battle field, he would have smelt all the blood and death.

“So, when should I come back to Japan? I am attending school here in the states so it would have to be during a vacation period.” I asked knowing he would know this already, but wanting to get the conversation going.

“Your reunion will be soon then you expected miko. The kit left hours ago to catch a flight to Seattle Washington”

“WHAT!?” how the hell am I going to explain Shippo to my father? I had no clue so I asked “How am I going to explain Shippo’s presence to my very human father? He has no clue what I am or what I have done…” I needed a plan and I needed one fast!

“I care not how you explain his presence, but know it is permanent.” Ok I now it is only polite to allow someone to finish speaking, but, “Permanent? You make it sound like he can’t leave even if he wanted too!”

“It is his job Miko, to protect you. A job he did everything in his power to make sure he got.” His tone was exasperated and I was instantly intrigued and stifled the chuckle trying to escape.

“What does that mean?” I asked knowing he would answer if only to vent is frustration.

“As soon as your kit learned of your reappearance plans were made to put a guard in place for your protection. Every available guard I had was incapacitated by your kit in his quest for the position to protect you.”

“But why do I even need a guard? I am not doing anything dangerous anymore.” I asked a little perturbed by the notion that I would need someone to protect me. I had spent all my time perfecting my control and mastering my powers so that I would not need protecting anymore.

“Whether you realize this or not Miko you are a commodity. You are the only Miko alive that has the full access of her powers and sheer amount of ki you possess has not been seen since you left the past. Once others learn of your existence they will start foaming at the mouth to claim you. Once they learn who you actually are they will start chopping at the bits to gain you. As the only female member of this Sesshomaru’s pack you have to be protected.” He finished his tone tight as he thought of all those out there that would love to get their hands on a miko of my caliber.

“Others, that reminds me. Have you ever run into a being that was neither demon nor human? I go to school with 5 people that are not human, but they give off no youki either. They have no life energy in their aura either. I don’t know what to make of them and my powers reacted to them as they would any demon threat.” I asked knowing he had to have run into at least one of these creatures in the last 500 years or so. “They are cold and they feel really hard.” I added in after thought.

“Cold, hard, and no life aura?” he asked and I replied “yes that’s right.” He took a moment to think or maybe just to piss me off “I have run into others that fit that description. I think you are speaking of the Vampire Miko, blood drinkers.”

“Vampire! Are you serious? Vampires actually exist!? I guess I shouldn’t be too surprised, but Vampires!” my tirade was cut off. “Vampires are dangerous miko best to stay away from them. The scent of you would probably send them into bloodlust. You are a vessel for divine powers and as such you smell heavenly to any with a strong enough nose.” He warned but it was unneeded.

“No worries there, I have mastered my powers the best I can with what I have and I had placed a scent barrier over myself. They can not detect a single thing with my scent or my mind. I keep my barrier up at all times when I am not home. I use my powers as much as I can with things like that because if I don’t I will suffer a build up of ki. I had used it so much in the past that the amount I now generate is too much. The only problems I have with my powers are the one I gained from Kirara. You know how she is a fire neko right?”

“Hn”

I knew that was a yes so I continued “Well while I was in the past Keade performed a bonding ritual so I could take Kirara with me to the future. What we did not know was that it had a side effect. Instead of destroying her blood it absorbed and adapted to it and now I can conjure fire as if I were a fire apparition. Only thing is I can’t control it, I have been unable to train with this because well every time I use it; it just burns up my cloths. And I can’t exactly practice naked in the woods.”

“I see how that could be a problem. I will send you something to your fathers. I have a few fire apparitions in my employ and I can send you what they use.” His tone was slightly amused. I was probably trying to picture it in his mind and found it amusing.

“Thanks” I said relieved.

“I will overnight it. You should receive the package in tomorrow. And when your first vacation comes I expect you on a plan to Japan. There is much to do in welcoming you officially into my pack and much to talk about.”

“I understand Sesshomaru” I replied I still could not believe I was talking to him. I was still having a hard time coming to terms with the idea that Shippo was actually on his way here to see me. “Oh!” I exclaimed as an idea came to my mind. “I know what I could do to explain Shippo!”My tone was excited as my idea took form in my mind. “I have to call my mom though and tell her what is going on. Then have her call dad and tell him that Shippo is family from her side and he is moving to the states and she wants me to help him. It will allow us all the time we need to become reacquainted with each other.”

“See that you get it done miko” he said and the phone went dead.

“He hung up on me!” what bad phone manners! Now it was time to call mother, I just hope she is awake.

0oooo0

(Edward POV)

When we arrived home I went straight up to my room, I had a lot to think about. I had no idea what to do about this connection I feel when I am near Kagome. And I have no idea if she feels it either. I know nothing about her except that she is different in some way. Her mind is silent to me and her scent is hidden somehow when she is not at home, there is much about her that catches my attention. She is a very private person, but she was polite to my questioning even when I asked questions I had no business asking.

I lie on my couch and pick up the remote to my stereo and turn it on trying to drown out the thoughts of the others in the house. As always Emmet and Rosalie were in their bedroom catching up on ‘lost time’, their thoughts enough to disgust me never mind the mental images that followed.

‘That’s it Rosie just like that!’ Emmet thought as an image of Rosalie on all fours flashed in my mind.
‘Arg, Em that feels so good.’

I turn the volume up on the stereo more.

‘Edward? Jasper said you were feeling confused, do you want to talk about it?’ Alice’s thoughts register in my mind and I let out an unneeded breath. No I don’t want to talk about it, Jasper is such a gossip! I knew that Alice would keep hounding me for answers and all I wanted to do was figure out what it was I had felt. I did not want to broadcast my problems to the whole house. If Rosalie ever got wind of it I would never hear the end of her bitching. That much I knew for certain.

Feeling jittery I got up and shut off my music, I was in the mood to play. Playing had always helped me put my feelings into perspective before. I had no specific song I wanted to play, but there was this melody I could hear in my mind. I knew it was not complete it was only the first few lines, but I wanted to get it out and put it down on papper.

‘Edward’s playing again.’ Esme thought the joy clear in her mind as she listened to the tones I played. I felt guilty for neglecting my playing for so long since Esme loved it so much, but I had not been in the mood to play for the last decade or two. ‘And it’s something new.’ The curiosity in her voice forced me to switch to a different song since I did not want to answer any questions about my inspirations. That was not a conversation I was ready to have with anyone. Esme’s slight disappointment at my stopping changed back into joy as I began the song I composed for her.

As I played I allowed my mind to wander back to Kagome. She was different that much I knew for certain she could do things that no human is able. She can hide her scent and block her mind she cant be completely human either with a scent like the one I came into contact with in her home. While I do not think her human I know she is not vampire either, she is soft and warm like a human not the hard and cold of a vampire. Then there was also the connection I seemed to feel with her when we are close, or as close as we were when I held her earlier. I idly wondered if she felt how cold and hard I was.

I had never felt naked emotionally when a woman looked into my eyes as I had felt with her. It was like I was stripped bare before her and she could see me as I am and not as I allow others to see. The way she looked at me was not like the way other human girls do. When they look at me they look through me or sometimes not even bothering to look that deep only seeing the face. But Kagome she was different. It was like she was looking within me like she could see into the soul I did not think I had.

Of course this worries me, what if she could see me for the monster I am? What if I was correct about not having a soul? Did she see me as the soulless creature I believe myself to be? She did not seem to be afraid while we were that close if anything her body reacted as any other human woman had. Her eyes dilated, her breath hitched and her heart raced, but none of it was fear induced. Her body reacted as if she were attracted to me, but of course I can not be sure since I can not hear her.

Those few moments she was in my arms she captured me so completely that I could not remove my eyes from hers. That was the first time in a century that I had felt like prey. Her eyes had captured me, but it was something within hers that held me. I could not break from her I had not the will to.

It was because of this that I knew in no uncertainty that she was not normal. Her eyes had the same light that my kind did, the light that came with the knowledge of the supernatural. There was something about her that called to me that much I knew, but still I was no closer to an answer. I had no idea what to do about this connection or if I should consult anyone about it. Nor was I sure if I should be worried about what knowledge she may hold.

I don’t know when I decided to stop playing or when I left my home, but before I realized it I was standing in the tree line just outside her home. I would have gone closer, but there was something stopping me from approaching the home. It was like an invisible bowl that I could not break through no matter how much I tried. I couldn’t actually try to force it down because I did not know what it was exactly and if I tried something like that it might alert her to my presence here and those are questions I would not want to answer.

(Alice POV)

“He’s gone.” I announced to Jasper I knew he was waiting for the reason I was so hyped up, well more then usual anyway.

“What is going on darling?” Jasper asked his southern accent clear lord knows how sexy he sounds when he talks like that. I knew Jasper could tell exactly how sexy I thought it was by the smile on his face. I entertained the idea of telling him later, but thought it best to have this discussion Edward free.

“I had a vision Jasper, of Kagome the new girl. Actually I had a few. Three things were clear to me in these visions. The first being she and I will be best friends, the second being that Edward has finally found his mate, and the third is that Kagome is not human; or at least not a normal one. Do you have any idea what this means Jasper?” I asked my excitement as clear as my vampire vision.

“His mate?” Jasper asks and I nod my smile growing then he continues “she is not human, but she is not vampire?” he continues this time for qualification.

“I don’t know exactly what she is, but in one of my visions we were shopping together in a mall and talking when we hip bumped and she was able to make me stumble. At the same time she is warm and soft not at all like a vampire. And remember what Edward said about her scent. I have no doubt we will learn what she is when we become friends, we were comfortable with each other. Which also tells me she will know what we are as well; how she learns this I don’t know.” Alice explains the last part making her voice lower as she thinks about the possible complications that could cause.

“I don’t know what to think about this Alice. Maybe we should speak to Carlisle about this before you do anything.” Jasper suggests he knew his wife wanted her vision to come true if not for herself then for Edward. It hurts her more then any of the others that Edward is alone.

As far as I was concerned there was nothing to discuss. If Kagome could make Edward happy then he deserves it and so does she. When Edward realizes he wants her there is no doubt in my mind that he would make her happy and our family would finally be complete. Everyone will be happy. I also know that Carlisle would want him to be happy as well, so I had no problem talking to him about my visions. Just as I knew he would suggest letting time run its course as long as I do not foresee any type of exposure beyond Kagome of course. The real problem would be with Rosalie, she would most likely fight tooth and nail to stop Kagome’s joining of our family. Not because she disliked her or anything, but because she resents what we are. She would think Kagome would be throwing away the very thing she would give anything to have. No matter Carlisle just returned from the hospital so now it was time to have our talk.

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Kagome POV.

Still the remnants of my last dream lingered behind my eyelashes as I opened my eyes for the first time in a new day. I laid on my bed staring at the ceiling as I allowed my dream to play out again in my mind. This was the very first time I had dreamed of something other then my friends in the past. That was not the reason I was replaying my dream however. This dream or more to the point the star of this dream surprised me though I knew it shouldn’t. I was thinking about him before I fell asleep after all so he was already in my mind as I fell asleep. I should not be too surprised that my mind would conjure up such a dream, but I was.

I had only dreamed of one male romantically in my life and Inuyasha had no place within this dream. It was not a sexual dream as I am not so much of a hentai that I dream of men I don’t know, but it was an intimate dream. I closed my eyes as the scene played out once again.


Dream Flashback:

i I was wearing a long flowing white dress and my hair cascaded around me in loose curls. I was standing on a cliff looking out into the ocean as the wind played with my hair. I was alone, but only for a short while.

The air shift around me and I could feel the slight touch of his lips on the back of my neck as he swept my hair to the side. I leaned my head forward to allow him to kiss me to his hearts content with a soft smile on my face.

His hand came around my waist to hold me close to him and I settled my hand over his. He then began to kiss my shoulders working towards my neck whispering ‘I have missed you’ and I sigh in happiness replying in same.

I turned my head to accept his kiss to my mouth and the hand over my stomach curled into a fist crinkling the fabric he held in his hand. The hand not holding his was raised and curled around his head to hold the back of his neck securing him to me. He feels and tastes perfect like he was meant for me, or I was for him.

‘Will you be my mate Kagome? Will stay with me for eternity?’ he whispers into my ears when he releases my mouth so I could breath. ‘Say yes and I will give you forever.’ He whispers against my neck as he kisses the spot that will soon mark me as his mate.

‘Yes, Yes Edward for eternity’ I answered breathlessly and titled my head so he could have better access to the spot he would need to make his mark. Soon a sharp pain blossomed in my neck as his teeth made purchase./i

End Dream Flashback

I had woken up then the pain from my dream startling me awake. What could it mean, having dreams like this? Am I starting to like him? I had no idea what to think I still have not come to terms with what I might be feeling for Edward.

“It was just a dream, a dream that was most likely influenced by what Sesshomaru told me yesterday. Then twisted in my mind by the way he looked at me yesterday when he caught me.” I said aloud to myself as I closed my eyes remembering the way his eyes hungrily bore into mine like he wanted to soak himself in my soul. ‘It was probably just instinct. I have been reacting to things more and more as a demon would since my bond with Kirara.’ It was well known fact that in demon society mates mark their partners by branding them. It just so happens that the spot that is branded happens to be the same place that vampires are known to bite. Therefore it felt much more sensual then it should considering those facts. I just needed to stop thinking like a demon.

Satisfied with the way my mind has sorted the dilemma I focused on something much more important. Shippo would be here today, he should have arrived in Seattle last night or sometime early this morning. This fact alone brightened my day so much so that the light pitter patter of the rain outside my window did nothing to dull my excitement and happiness. I would see him today no matter what; I knew that he would be unable to stay away once he was so close. The thought of how impatient he will surely be made a smile grace my face. I knew that he would no longer be such a little kit anymore, but I could still see him reacting to me the same way he had before. The 500 years I have been absent from his life will see too it.

I knew he would be excited enough for the both of us, but I could not help myself and it took everything I had to stop myself from bounding in place. The prospect of seeing Shippo again after so long and after thinking I would never see him again has returned a piece of me that I feared lost when I lost my friends. For the first time in a long time I felt happiness.

Upon hearing Sesshomaru of all demons; call me to tell me of my kit was surreal. The mere fact of knowing I was no longer alone was exhilarating. It was like a huge weight has been lifted from my shoulders, I may live in the human world, but I am not of it, now there is someone I can talk to without ever having to lie. The fact that I would have to lie to anyone and everyone was the main reason I shy away from friends. There is no one weird enough to actually see what is in front of their eyes. Humans are spiritually dumb in this era and would not know a human from a non human and in the feudal era even people with no spiritual powers could sense if something not human and dangerous is near. In this era they could take it to bed and still not know they were not with another human.

The morning flew by quickly and soon I arrived in the school parking lot. I took a quick scan of the area using my powers too see if maybe Shippo was here already waiting for me. ‘Nope’ I thought dejected as my senses returned to me without youki that did not belong to Kirara herself. ‘He’ll be here soon enough’ I thought as I scanned the parking lot with my eyes. I soon realized that I was being watched by three pairs of eyes belonging to the Cullen family. Jasper, Alice, and Edward were all looking in my direction intently. I turned my head to see if maybe they were watching someone or something behind me. There was nothing and no one behind me but my car. ‘Why are they watching me?’ I asked myself it was kind of creepy and very stalker like.

I looked over at them pointedly silently asking what it was they wanted and two of the three eyes moved off of me. The third set however just smiled kindly and began to walk towards me.

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(Third Party POV)

Edward had arrived home at 6am and went straight to his room to change for school without speaking to anyone. While he did not speak to them he could tell 3 members of his family were trying to keep something from him. Their minds all repeating different things to keep him from hearing something they don’t wish him to hear. Normally this would piss him off, but now he had no time to be such, he will confront them later when he had the time to deal with such mind games.

When 7 o’clock finally rolled around they all piled in the vehicles and headed towards Forks High School. When they all got their Alice and Edward searched the lot looking for the car they knew belonged to Kagome, but she had yet to arrive. When Edward realized that Alice was searching for Kagome too he turned to her ready to ask why when his attention was diverted to the person he was looking for. Kagome had just pulled into the lot and parked only a few cars away from them.

All Cullen eyes except for Rosalie and Emmet were trained on her the moment she stepped out of the car. The reasons for the staring were different for each of them. Jasper was just curious; he wanted to see what all the hype was about. Edward’s emotions were in shambles due to the girl and Alice, she was radiating her excitement.

Alice she was just counting the moments until she can claim the friend she saw in her vision. Alice knew they would love each other and that Kagome would become the friend she had never had. There was no stopping what she foresaw in her vision because it was not she that had made the initial leap, but Kagome herself.

Jasper, Alice, and Edward all watched as Kagome turned towards them most likely feeling the heat of their stares on her. After Kagome sent them all a pointed look Jasper and Edward both averted their gaze, but Alice did not. She smiled kindly at Kagome and began to walk towards her dodging the arm that Edward shot out to stop her. This was none of his business after all Kagome would be her friend before she becomes Edwards mate.

“Alice!” Edward hisses but she ignores him still walking in the direction of Kagome now gaining the attention of the two remaining Cullens.

“Hi Kagome!” Alice greets with a smile.

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Kagome POV

“Hi Kagome!” The soft bell like tones of Alice greeted my ears and I could not help the smile that tilted my lips at her exuberance.

“Hello Alice, how are you?” I asked politely with a smile to match hers and her smile widened at the sight of mine. I could tell she was happy with my friendly greeting.

“I’m good, how about you? You seem really happy!” I cringed a bit knowing that I was not the most polite person yesterday with my depressed demeanor. But now that I know what they are exactly I do not have that fear of the unknown clouding my interactions anymore. Or maybe it was because I know they are as different as I am and in their presence I don’t feel like such a freak.

“Oh I just got a bit of good news yesterday and I guess I’m still on a high from it.” I said still smiling nothing could bring down my mood today. And Alice done nothing but pass her joy on to me as her aura mingled with mine due to our proximity.

“That’s nice! Oh and I wanted to ask if you needed any help catching up? I know Japan’s teaching methods and curriculum are vastly different from here.” Alice offered and my eyes widened a bit at the offer I was told on my first day that they were a bit reclusive to the student body.

“Oh, um thanks, I kind of do need help in History. I did not take American History in Japan so I am a bit lost with that subject.” I replied scratching the back of my neck embarrassed. “And maybe math” I added in an after thought math was always my worst subject.

“Great, we can meet at the library or at your house to study.” Alice’s joy was clearly increased she looked like she wanted to bounce in place and clap her hands.

“Ok, but I cant today I have a visitor coming in from Japan today. If it is ok can we talk about a study schedule tomorrow I am unsure what his plans are and I will have to talk to him about it.” I paused wondering if I should be truthful and tell her exactly why he was coming since he would most likely be present. I settled on only informing her if the subject of him comes up.

“Oh is he your boyfriend?” Alice asked and her tone was tinged with something I could not quite understand.

“No, no it is much more complicated then that. He is more like family you could say. I am linked with a powerful man in Japan and he insists that I have a certain amount of protection as I am the only female in his” I stopped before I said pack and substituted with “family. But the person coming to protect me is an old friend that I have not seen in a very long time.” I said as I shouldered my bag and stepped beside her so we could walk into school together while we talked.

Edward POV


I watched as Alice walked over to Kagome my attempt to stop her foiled. ‘What was Alice thinking?’ I asked myself while I looked over to Jasper to see if he knew what she was up too, but he just shrugged while reciting a battle hymn repeatedly. I narrowed my eyes at him it was clear he was hiding something and had been since I got back to the house this morning. I was regretting letting it slid when I realized it earlier. They or at the very least Alice had decided to approach Kagome for reason I am unaware of.

I watched as Kagome and Alice interacted with each other feeling a little put out at how happily Kagome responded to his devil of a sister. It looked like they were already good friends to the casual observer. He focused his attention on their conversation hoping to gleam the reason she was so agreeable to conversation today.

I could not deny that I was feeling a bit jealous over the news that this happiness she was radiating had come from the fact that she was going to be visited by a male from her home town. Someone she liked enough to be drawn out of that dark cloud that seemed to have shrouded her yesterday.

Then worry gripped me as she explained to Alice that he was coming to protect her. Why would someone send a guard to protect her in such a small town? What kind of trouble was she in that someone had to send someone to protect her? This is a question I would have to wait to have an answer too. Maybe I could learn the reasons and what she is from this visitors mind, it was something I was looking forward too. The idea ran though my mind as I watched Alice and Kagome walk into the school side by side smiling all the while.