Hello all and welcome to my..4th story! Wow I'm excited! I know I still have others to go but I wanted to see what you guys would think of THIS. Please review and let me know! Luv you guys and review please.

Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha and if you don't get that then you need help.

Prolouge Part 1

A forest, a forest so pure that not even fire nor darkness can consume it. The leaves swish and dance to the feel of the wind on the many tall trees. The animals linger on the forest floor as they gather food for their young. Others are just relaxing under the huge shades that are formed form the tall trees. Those that are in the tree tops are either sleeping or caring for their young ones. Even demons are roaming around the forest, but they do not seem to cause any trouble. The forest is their home and it has been their home for generations. They co-exist with everything and everyone; even humans. Now the sounds of running water echo through the dense forest. The stream is like a source of life; it is where all the living creatures drink its pure water.

All life is pure here. In order for good and evil to co-exist, there must be boundary lines. A very huge log in which it divides the forest land to the human land is seen here. It was cut down centuries ago and has been a border line ever since. With it, no evil being may cross into the village and no man may cross within the forest. Very few people may enter the forest grounds; those with pure intentions may enter but those who have evil intentions may not. Only one human, one demon, one pure life, lives within the green walls of the dense forest and who protects it from harm and evil. The Guardian of the Forest; also known as the Voice of the Forest: known to protect the creatures and habitat of the forest, known in old legends and stories. One, who is always in the hearts of children as they sleep. The one who heals those in danger or injury and very rarely, saves a human's life.

Fresh, blue and open clear skies. Nothing more then just a regular hot, summer day. Villagers were either working out on the fields or high up in the towers on the look out for any dangers. Yes, this is one of the few villages that co-exist with the legendary forest. The villagers' homes were scattered about. Some lived up in the high trees while others lived on the ground near the river. Every person who lived here, knew about the legendary Guardian of the Forest. As for believing, some thought it was just a fantasy, made up for children to be entertained while most people believed the figure was real. One women, head of the village, always passed along her experiences and knowledge. She had long dark grey hair that was tied back into a loose ponytail, she had dark brown eyes and she wore miko clothing. She lived on-top a high hill that held a great view of the entire village and the green leaves of the forest. She smiled at the sight and started to head over to it. As she arrived, small children ran to her and welcomed her. She smiled down at them and told them to wait for her near the river that meets the forest. The reason she was there was to take care of someone that had badly sprained their ankle. As head priestess of the village, she took care of those who were injured and ill. She was paid a great amount for her services but being how she was, she would not accept them. She loved her village and as did the village to her. A few minutes passed and the middle-aged priestess came out of the hut. She walked to where she had told the children to wait for her. As she approached them the children grew happy and the much more smaller ones ran to her.

"Kaede-sama! Kaede-sama! Did you take care of the man?" one of the many chilren said.

"Yes, he will heal in time. Now," she said as she slowly sat down on the chair the children brought out to her, "Ye all want to hear the story?" All the children cheered.

"Yes, Kaede-sama!" another child said.

"Its our favorite!" said another.

"Very well," she took in a deep breath and began to tell the story of the legendary Guardian.

The sun was now setting into the horizon. A very young women, no more then 20 years of age, was running. Why? We do not know. All we do know is that she is running away from where ever she was coming from. She had jet-black hair that blew along the wind, dark brown eyes and rosy red cheeks. She wore a long kimono-like robe that would typically be worn by himes. As she is running, she has something in her arms. Its rapped around in a thick blanket. All you could here from the bundle was soft cries. It was a baby...a newborn to be exact. Was she being chased? All she knew was that she had to get somewhere. Somewhere safe; where her baby and herself would remain safe. The baby was crying again. She stopped and tried to sooth her child but to no avail. She was getting worried, what if they had no where else to go? Would they die? What would happen to her baby? Then, out of no where, a strong but gentle wind blew her forward. She looked up and saw a light far off into the woods. She hoped and prayed it was a sign; a sign that meant safety. She ran again, baby still crying but she knew that when they were safe, it would be laughing for joy.

"Kaede-sama, have you ever seen the Guardian?" said a small girl. The group was now walking back to the village. The sun had set and it was time for the little ones to return to there parents.

"Ai, but only once." she said.

"What happened?" a child asked.

"Well I was just getting some herbs in the surrounding area of the forest where the river runs. I went to get some water and as I looked up, I saw the Guardian flying by the tree-tops across from me. She had such elegance and beauty that it was hard to imagine she is so strong and powerful."

"Wow! So we could possibly see her?"

"Its best not to look for her. Just keep ye eyes open." Kaede said. She led each child to their homes and was thanked by the parents. She was now walking along the pathway leading to her home up the hill. She was lost in thought about the legenday Guardian that she didn't sense something approaching the village. She looked up and finally sensed it enough to realise a human was approaching...no running. She looked around to sense where exactly the aura was coming from. She finally spotted a female figure holding something while running towards her. Kaede ran to the women and found she was breathing abnormally heavy.

"Miss, are ye alright?" Kaede asked.

"Please.." the young women gasped, "..help me...my baby.." and with that she collapsed into Kaede's arms while still protectively holding her baby.

Darkness filled the young women's eyes. Her mind was filled with so many questions and worry. Am I dead? If not, where am I? Am I safe? What about- she gasped and slowly opened her eyes. She looked around to get a feel of her surrroundings. She was in someone's home. But how; she had no memory of being brought here. All that she could remember was being chased and..her baby! She looked around frantically trying to figure out where her baby was. She then noticed, next to her, all cuddled up in blankets, was her baby. She sighed and also realized her baby was sound asleep. He's calmed down. She saw someone come into the hut; a women who seemed to be around her mid 40's and she still held a bit of her natural hair color.

"Good. Ye have awakened young child." Kaede said as she came in and set down her basket full of fresh herbs.

"Where am I?" the young women said.

"My home. I found ye near the forest. Ye gave me quite a scare. Are ye feeling better." she sad as she touched the mother's forehead. "When I fould ye, ye had a fever. Ye were lacking water in ye body."

"Yes," she sighed at Kaede's touch. "Thank you."

"For what child."

"For your generosity. I never knew people could be so kind like you are with me."

"It is no problem at all. I am the head priestess of this village. I protect those who are in need of my help. You are welcomed here." she smiled. "Ye may call me Kaede."

"Thank you," the young mother said. She then saw Kaede walk over to her baby. Her eyes widened in fear. "DON'T-don't hurt my boy!" Kaede was surprised.

"And why on earth would I harm ye child." Kaede said as she picked up the harmless, sleeping infant. Her eyes widened though, as she finally had a good view of the baby. The baby had silver hair, little sharp claws and what looked like two very small dog ears on-top of his head. The baby stirred and opened his eyes, revealing the golden orbs under his small eye lids.

"Please! Don't hurt him!"

Oh my god what going to happen! You just have to find out. I'll try and update more. I promise to you. If not pm and tell me lol. Till next time everyone!

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