Chapter 3: Meeting the Dragon

 

        Rin continued to drag you through the trees, and not long after you, Sesshomaru, Rin, and Jaken arrived at a small open clearing. Sesshomaru kept on walking through the field, Jaken angrily stomped away to the fireplace in the center, and you and Rin stood at the edge of the clearing. The first thing you noticed, besides the small fireplace Jaken was at, was a two headed dragon tied to a tree. It had green scales all along its body and long flowing manes on both heads. Covering its mouths were muzzles attached with reins, and on its back was a saddle attached to some kind of chest piece. The dragon looked over at you guys and immediately locked both pairs of yellow eyes with your own (E/C) ones. It never once took its eyes off you. It seemed to stare straight into your soul, and you found yourself staring back with as much intensity. You couldn’t understand why it was so focused on you, and you didn’t understand why you were drawn to him so much either. This dragon seemed to be an ordinary demon, nothing more than anything you encountered before, yet there was some kind of connection between you, one you couldn’t quite comprehend yourself. Rin seemed to finally notice your interest in the dragon, and thinking nothing of your intense staring, happily led you to the dragon.

        “This is a really good friend of mine.” She pointed to the right head. “This is Ah.” She then pointed to the left. “And that’s Un.” As the both, or rather three, of you continued to stare at each other, Rin looked back and forth between you and giggled. “I think he likes you.” You didn’t hear her though, you were still too fixated on Ah-Un to listen.

        From afar, Sesshomaru was observing your interaction with Ah-Un. He had been watching the entire time, curious about the odd way his dragon companion was behaving. It was unlike the dragon to care much about something, so why would you be an object of fascination to him. He wondered where this situation was going, and what his dragon would do next.  

        Ah-Un suddenly rose to his feet and began walking towards you and Rin. You didn’t move, as you felt no threat, even as Ah-Un was now only an inch away from you. He bent his heads down to your eye level, so that his golden slit eyes were close to your own. He then closed his eyes and nudged your shoulders with his heads. You had no idea what was going on and no idea how to react, but something seemed to take over your actions, and your body moved on its own. You cupped each side of Ah-Un’s heads and brought your forehead to his. 

        Hello (Y/N). Your eyes widened at the two male voices in your head. It’s just us, Ah-Un, as Rin so graciously calls us. You couldn’t believe what you were hearing.

        “Wow, I didn’t know he could talk, even with those muzzles on.” 

        “He cannot.” A deep monotone voice sounded behind you. You turned to see Sesshomaru, who was now only a few feet away.

        You are the only one who can hear us.

        “Oh.” You stared at Ah-Un in confusion. “How does that work?” Both heads looked at each other for a moment, and seemed to exchange unspoken thoughts you couldn’t hear. They then looked back at you.

        You don’t know?

        “Know what?” Ah-Un said nothing in return, and you rose a brow at him. 

        “Woah, I didn’t know you can talk to dragons!” You slowly reached out, and began stroking Ah-Un’s noses.

        “I don’t know about all dragons, but-” 

        “What’s he saying now?” You looked at Ah-Un, then back at Rin. “He says that you’re always such a little ball of sunshine.” Rin giggled.

        “Aw, thank you Ah-Un.” Said dragon closed his eyes and swished his tail around. You laughed.

        “He says you’re welcome.” Rin smiled up at Ah-Un, while Jaken stomped furiously towards you and stood next to Sesshomaru.

        “Why is it that only you can understand him? If anyone should be able to, it should be Lord Sesshomaru.”

        Oh, look at the weak little toad with a stick, who follows a dog everywhere he goes, trying to tell us how things should work, even though he spends most of his time up his lord’s ass to know anything anyway. Damn little suck-up. You covered your mouth, trying to stifle back your chuckles. Jaken certainly wasn’t amused.

        “What’s so funny?”

        “Nothing.” You answered immediately. He crossed his arms and stared furiously at you, while you mumbled something under your breath to Ah-Un. “More like a weak little banshee if you ask me.”

        “What was that!?” You chuckled along with Ah-Un, who had his eyes closed and his necks down to the floor laughing. “Incompetent foolish-“

        “It is time for us to go.” Sesshomaru spoke up in his usual monotone voice. Jaken stopped his ranting and looked to his lord, who began to head off. You stood there, watching him, as Rin untied Ah-Un and Jaken gave you a look of disdain. He took Ah-Un’s reins as Rin climbed onto his saddle, ready to go, but Ah-Un was not having it with Jaken. He stood his ground as the toad demon pulled and pulled on his reins, and didn’t move a single inch.

        “Come on you accursed beast! Would you just cooperate for once!” 

        Not with that attitude no.

        And we don’t follow you, pipsqueak. Both Ah and Un spoke separately, which nearly made you laugh.

        You guys are hilarious.

        We’re only speaking the truth. Both heads spoke at the same time again. You rolled your eyes and stepped behind Jaken as he continued to struggle trying to get Ah-Un to move.

        “I can take him if you want.” Jaken looked over his shoulder at you and huffed.

        “If you want to try your luck human, be my guest.” He dropped the reins onto the grass, then scurried off after Sesshomaru. You picked them up and started leading Ah-Un after the demons.

        Ahh much better. You are someone we can follow.

        Thanks you two.

        “Wow, Ah-Un likes you way better than master Jaken Miss (Y/N).” Jaken turned around to see you leading Ah-Un with no trouble at all. His jaw dropped for a few seconds, but 

        “Hmph! That is the only thing this human is good for.” He grumbled. You laughed at seeing Jaken’s angry little face and turned back to Ah-Un. 

        “So, what was it you were telling me I should know?” Both heads exchanged glances with each other then looked back at you.

        We can’t say.

        “Why not?” 

        “What are you guys talking about?” Your eyes traveled back to meet Rin, who gazed up at you with such childish curiosity.

        “Nothing important, I guess.” 

        “Can I join in too?”

        Anytime Rin. You smiled.

        “Sure, of course you can, and Ah-Un agrees too.”

        “Yay!” She lied down on her stomach and placed her hands under her chin. “So how come only (Y/N) can understand you Ah-Un?” You rose a knowing brow and smirked at the dragon.

        “Yeah Ah-Un, why is that?” You asked in a sarcastically curious tone. Apparently I’m not the only one who’s wondering.

        We see that. He said sarcastically.

        “Come on Ah-Un, tell us, pleeeeaaaase?” You stared into Ah-Un’s huge golden eyes for a moment, then looked back at Rin.

        “He says it’s not a conversation he can have.” Rin crossed her arms under chin.

        “That’s no fair, how come we can’t know?” You huffed.

        “I know right.” You mumbled. It was silent for another moment. “He says it’s not his place to tell us.” 

        “Awe man.” You huffed, and the conversation was dropped. Minutes passed, and no one said a word.

        “Hey Ah-Un, what’s your favorite food?” Rin suddenly broke the tense silence.

        “He says any sweet fruit.”

        “Really? You have a sweet tooth?”

        “He says of course he does.”

        “Oooo what’s your favorite color?”

        “He says dark green.”

        “Mine’s orange, but I love all light colors.” The rest of the day was filled with simple conversation between mostly Rin and Ah-Un. You actually learned a lot about both of them. For example, Ah-Un is a couple centuries old, loves flying, prefers the moon, has briefly been to several other countries before, breathes fire, has no siblings that he knows of, and likes to go swimming. Rin is only eight years old, loves to run and play, prefers the sun, and can swim a little. As they had talked, you were able to keep up with the otherwise silent Sesshomaru and Jaken, who either seemed to not care or ignore your conversations entirely. It eventually came to be late afternoon, and you guys were still conversing.

        “So Rin, where did you grow up?” Said little girl frowned.

        “I don’t remember my village’s name, or where it was.” 

        “Really?”

        “Mhm. They didn’t like me much.” 

        “What!? Who wouldn’t love a sweet ball of cuteness like you?” Rin giggled, but soon that happy expression was replaced with a frown.

        “My family was killed when I was younger, and after that… I never spoke. They didn’t like that.” 

        “Shitty excuse to not like someone. I’ve a mind to go there and smack some sense into those people.” She pulled her knees up to her chest.

        “You couldn’t even if you wanted to.”

        “Why not?” 

        “Because they’re all dead.” Your eyes widened, as tears began to fall down Rin’s face.

        They were all killed by wolf demons.

        “Oh.”

        It was very traumatic for her, especially since she had been dead herself when Lord Sesshomaru found her, killed by those very same demons.

        How is she alive now?

        He used his Tenseiga on her. It’s a sword forged from his father’s fang, and it has the power to heal and revive if it’s used.

        Wow, that’s really cool. So that’s why she follows him around.

        She had found Sesshomaru before though, right after he lost his arm. You looked at Sesshomaru, specifically at his missing arm. That is a story for another time though. You back down at Rin with a remorseful frown. After all, you knew this pain all too well. You put a comforting hand on Rin’s shoulder, and the contact made her look up at you. You smiled meekly down at her. 

        “I know how you feel, Rin, more than you think.” Her tears stopped running, and she stared at you with curious eyes. “I’m actually-“

        “We will stop here.” Sesshomaru’s voice cut into your conversation, interrupting you, which you didn’t necessarily mind, although Rin seemed as if she wanted to know what you were going to say. You looked at the position of the sun and saw that it was almost sunset. Wow, time sure did fly. Rin hopped off Ah-Un’s saddle as you led him over to the nearest tree and tied his reins around the it. 

        “I’m going to go find water! I’ll be right back!” Rin yelled as she ran towards the trees. You smiled and waved as she disappeared, then turned to Jaken who sat down on the grass, crossed his legs, and folded his arms. 

        “And what are you doing? Channeling your inner anger?” He huffed.

        “I’m resting, stupid human.” You rolled your eyes, but your smile. Ah-Un lied down under his tree, resting as well, and so you decided to do the same. As you scanned the area you were in, you found that you were on top of a small hill, and it seemed to have a nice view of the land. You went to the edge of the slope and sat down, looking out over the landscape before you.

 

        Rin skipped through the trees, humming a merry tune as she headed towards a river she knew was nearby. Once she caught sight of it, she bolted to the water, then got on her knees and began to drink it. The area was unnaturally silent, the air somehow tense, but Rin wasn’t aware of the chilling atmosphere. She was unaware of the slight rumbling beneath the water, how the river rippled even though there was no wind to move it. She wasn’t aware of the presence hidden right in front of her.

 

        You took in the smell of the grass and the sight of the beautiful trees around you, enjoying the fresh environment. Ah-Un was still lying down, Jaken was sitting next to the tree Ah-Un was tethered to, and Sesshomaru was off in the distance under another tree, staring off in a particular direction. You ignored their presences, and watched the sun over the horizon as a breeze blew your (H/L) (H/C) hair. Suddenly, an ominous chill ran down your back. Something was terribly wrong. Your eyes widened and you gasped. Immediately you sprung to your feet and took off into the trees, with Sesshomaru’s piercing golden eyes followed your form as you disappeared into the forest.

 

        Rin continued drinking the river’s water, and when she had her fill she splashed some water on her face, still humming a little tune. A growl interrupted her peaceful moment. Her entire body froze as the river visibly shook and the water began to part. A long slender blue figure emerged from the water, which caused Rin to fall back on her butt. She scooted away from fear as narrow red eyes stared down at her. Its mouth opened, ready to attack, and Rin screamed desperately for someone to save her. All of a sudden a rustle sounded from the bushes, and the next thing she knew a figure appeared in front of her. The demon lunged, and you swiftly rose your hand up to it.

        “Stop!” 

        (A/N: Here’s the third chapter for you guys! I know nothing too much has happened yet, but thing’s have to flow, ya know. I’ve been writing a few different things ((some not yet revealed 😉 )) over this Christmas break while simultaneously playing the new South Park game ((which is freaking hilarious btw XD )) that I got for Christmas. Plus, school started last week and I’m pooped from all the work and activities I do ((fours of sleep the other night with no breaks and yesterday was the same)) and it’s going to be like that for the rest of the year, so definitely expect slow updates like this one ((sorry about that guys I wish I didn’t have so much shit)). Well, hope you guys had a good break too if you had one at all, and with that I’ll see y’all laters *D*)