NOTES

I just want to remind you that this story is set in an almost AU settings (mostly time); almost a different world. This is meant "after Naraku's death". You will also notice some alterations from the original anime/manga. The persons who are alive and are dead and the reasons beyond/behind are purely because of what I want. The hierarchy/rules of youkais and humans are only set and created by me.

Some of the names of the OCs written in the story are only "created" and formulated according to some researches of mine. I am no Japanese, so I don't know if some of those words can be (and are possible to be) literally combined as/to create a "name". Please bear my lack of knowledge.

This is a Sesshomaru and Kikyou (plus, Rin and Kohaku, in a way, and some canon couples like Miroku and Sango) fanfic. If you don't like the people involved, don't read it.

Inuyasha and some gang's involvement (or "absence", perhaps) will be explained within the story, itself.

Mind the bold and italicized words. Also, take note of the Monogatari (Tale) parts.

This multi-chapter story is an introduction to a FUTURE MAJOR STORY.

I forgot some details in the anime so pardon me if I happen to write some wrong details. I am still learning. Please don't be too harsh. Thanks!

That's all and enjoy! Don't forget to review!

If you want to feel this story, listen to "Indigo", a contemporary composition by Yiruma.

Check my tumblr page for the series and story updates! - "I AM CGM" (iam-cgm). Go to "FanFic" category/tag. This includes related pictures and soundtracks.

DISCLAIMER: I do not own any of the characters in the story (unless noted and distinguished that those are mine and are pure OCs). Although edited by me, I don't own the drawing on the cover – *credits to the owner.

***ENJOY READING! ***

PROLOGUE

It is displeasing, isn't it?

To live without an inkling of wanting to

I do not have a purpose

And yet, I have a duty

I wander and wonder

And where will I go?

I am an unfortunate human being.