Thursday, February 2, 2006

Mesuinu: a tale of Inuyasha
*episode 11*

Mesu walks back to Inuyasha. He sitting, silently waiting. When he sees her, he calls, “You done?” She says, “Ya, the biter’s gone; for now. Where’s yours?” He tells her, “I told him to get lost.” “Why?” she asks. “He seemed nice.” Inuyasha says, “Ya, that’s easy for you to say. You spent 5 seconds with him and he flattered you. Trust me; he gets real annoying real fast.” Mesu comes and sits next to him. He asks, “What did he want?” She tells him, “Nothing unexpected. He wants me to come home.” Inuyasha asks, “Are you going to?” She doesn’t answer. After a long silence he asks, “You hear me?” She says, “Ya, I heard you; and no, I’m not going back, not now.” Almost as an after thought she adds, “Not yet.”
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Wednesday, February 1, 2006

Author’s note
I just want to say something: if you’re not going to take the time to read my post, don’t comment just to tell me that. It’s ok if you’re busy and you don’t have time to read my story.

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Mesuinu: a tale of Inuyasha
*episode 9*

“This is wonderful!” Myoga exclaims. Inuyasha asks, “What’d you mean?” Myoga says, “That girl is a daughter of the northern clan. You, my lord, are finally traveling in company fitting to your station. I must say, you have always shown an affinity for humans; understandable considering how your early years were spent. But now you’ve taken up with a demon noble; and quite a looker too.” Inuyasha says, “So; what’s your point?” “Merely that it heartens me to see you taking your deserved place in the ranks of demons.” Myoga responds. “It has been a long hard road for you my lord; and there will be further hard times ahead. But given time and strength, the majority of demons will accept you as one of their own. You need merely disassociate yourself from all things human. This goal can only be help by having a demon of her class and station as a friend…she is just a friend; isn’t she my lord?” splat
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Mesuinu: a tale of Inuyasha
*episode 10*

“This is Terrible!” Enjo exclaims. Mesu retorts, “Save the commentary, and the sermon. What was so important that you couldn’t say it in front of my friend?” Enjo sits down on her shoulder and crosses his arms. He says, “Since your abrupt, and unannounced departure, your father has been gathering what information he can about your whereabouts and doings. Many stories have reached us; you running wild, causing annoyance to human lords, and one unsubstantiated tale of drunken debauchery which I refuse to believe.” Mesu says, “I had a little sake; that does not constitute drunken debauchery.” Enjo says, “Indeed. Anyway, your father remained patient through all of these rumors believing that you would come to your senses and return to him. However, lately a new kind of rumor has reached him; one he cannot endure. I have now seen with my own eyes that our worst fears are true. You, my lady, have taken company with a mongrel half-breed. This cannot be allowed to continue.” Mesu asks, “Is the old fart coming after me?” Enjo says, “No, he is not. But he cannot allow this affront to the honor of your clan to go unchallenged. He is, as we speak, readying a war party. They will find this Inuyasha and kill him. They will not take you back if you do not wish to go; but you will have to find a new companion; hopefully one more fitting.” Mesu turns and begins walking back toward Inuyasha. Enjo shouts, “Lady Mesu, be reasonable! You cannot protect him from your father’s wrath; however there is another option.” Mesu stops and looks to the flea. He says, “If you care anything about this half-breed and do not wish him to die, you must return to your father of your own free will. Only that could leash his vengeance. I will return to your father; I will urge patience and delay. But he will come; you must act before he does.” With that said, the flea jumps off and departs.
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Tuesday, January 31, 2006

Mesuinu: a tale of Inuyasha
*episode 8*

Inuyasha is waiting alone while Mesu takes care of something. Suddenly, he feels a sharp stinging sensation on his neck. He slaps at it and brings his hand around to see what he has. After many encounters he has come to recognize the feel of that annoying bloodsucker. It is much to his surprise when he sees two parasites on his palm. One of them, Myoga, says, “My lord, I am glad to find you; and find you well. May I introduce Enjo; an old blood-drinking buddy of mine. And Enjo, this is my lord and master Inuyasha.” “Delighted.” Enjo says in a voice which says that he is not. Enjo then proceeds to talk about Inuyasha as if he weren’t there, “I must say, his father was much more pleasing to the pallet. His human blood tarnishes his taste.” Inuyasha shouts, “What’s wrong with my taste?!?” “Inuyasha, who are you yelling at?” Mesu has returned and 6 eyes turn to her. Myoga says, “My lord, I must also say it pleases me to find you in such excellent company.” Myoga springs to her cheek; Mesu grabs him between her thumb and forefinger, crushing him in the process. As she looks at him, he says, “Miss, your blood is as tasty as any I have encountered.” This draws a small smile from her, one which disappears when Enjo jumps onto her hand. He says, “Lady Mesu, at last I find you.” Mesu brings her other hand up and flicks him off of her. Inuyasha says, “You know him?” She says, “He’s my father’s vassal; a bloodsucking brownnoser who serves my family’s best interests. I don’t trust him, and I sure as hell don’t like him.” Enjo jumps back onto Mesu, this time going for her shoulder. He says, “Lady Mesu, your lord father sent me to search for you. He wants…” She cuts him off, “I know all too well what he wants; and I don’t care.” Enjo says, “Lady, I ask only for a few minutes of your time in privet. Grant me that and then I shall return to your father with whatever answer you choose to send.” Mesu looks very upset. She turns to Inuyasha and says, “You and your flea need to stay here. I’ll here what he has to say, then get rid of him; and come right back.” Mesu then turns and runs off with the flea clinging to her shoulder.
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Monday, January 30, 2006

Mesuinu: a tale of Inuyasha
*episode 7*

“Wait a minute, you’re his son?” Mesu asks. Inuyasha looks at her quizzically. She says, “The western lord, the dog demon who took a mortal noble as a mate; he’s your father?” Inuyasha says, “I guess so; how do you know of him?” She asks, “Who hasn’t heard of him? Your birth was the scandal of the century.” Inuyasha seems rather surprised; but then, he’s never had access to the demonic gossip mill. Inuyasha says, “Well, that’s my family; tell me about yours, and why you hate talking about them.” Mesu rolls her eyes and lays back. She says, “Fine, I come from a long and noble line of dog demons.” her tone tells that she doesn’t place much value on that fact. “My parents have great plans for me. Plans I don’t intend to follow.” Inuyasha asks, “What’s that mean?” She says, “They mostly involve connecting our lineage with another greet lineage. They were talking about offering me to your father; before he chose your mother. They think they can just pick a mate for me as a way to improve the breed.” “You and my old man; how old are you?” he asks. “That’s something you should never ask a lady.” she says sticking out her tongue. She continues, “Lately, they started talking about his son; come to think of it, he must be your half-brother.” “Sesshomaru.” Inuyasha says with a shudder. She nods, “I wasn’t going to wait for them to makeup their mind, so I left.” Inuyasha also lies back and muses, “Is that what families are like?” Mesu says, “Don’t judge too much off of my family. But then, you’ve got nothing to compare it to; do you?” He shakes his head and looks up at the stars. To his surprise, she takes his hand. Their claws interlock as they stare up together at a waning moon.
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Sunday, January 29, 2006

Mesuinu: a tale of Inuyasha
*episode 6*

A week has past since the castle; and Mesu has taken Inuyasha on what she says is a detour. They are walking through a forest and she says, “I’ve been here before; and I think it’s around here somewhere.” Inuyasha says, “What is?” Mesu stops in thought, then she sets out running. Inuyasha follows and almost runs straight into a pool of water. Mesu is kneeling beside it. “Bingo.” she says. “What?” he asks. She dips her hand in and gestures for him to do the same. Inuyasha kneels and slips his hand into the water. He says, “It’s…warm.” She says, “It’s a hot spring; you bathe in it. I don’t want to wait; you want to bathe together?” Inuyasha stares at her and stutters. She says, “Easy boy; it’s just a bath.” Inuyasha turns around and mutely walks away. He sits down with his back to her, blushing like a rose. After several seconds he nervously glances over his shoulder to see if she really is getting undressed. Her armor is lying disguarded; and as he looks she drops her robe. Inuyasha’s head snaps back around so fast he gets whiplash.
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Saturday, January 28, 2006

Mesuinu: a tale of Inuyasha
*episode 5*

There are three guards on patrol at the gate of the castle. Inuyasha takes the one on the right, Mesu the one on the left; and the one in the middle is so shocked that he simply backs up, speechless. Mesu says, “Idiot, call for help!” The man turns and runs screaming. His two companions are unconscious; but not seriously hurt. Mesu marches into the courtyard like she owns the place, with Inuyasha close behind. In front of the lord’s residence, the guard is assembling. As they prepare to attack, Mesu says, “Inuyasha, remember to have fun.” He says, “Ya, you remember not to kill anybody.” The guard attacks, and Inuyasha and Mesu turn to the fight at hand. Swords and spears are met with razor claws; but flesh is met always with bare knuckles. The battle quickly dissolves into a slugfest with the demonic strength winning every time. When the guards are fallen or fled; Mesu continues onward. She smashes through the thin inner walls and right into the dinning room of the lord. He and his family had been wondering what all the commotion was; and when this fierce demonic woman smashes into their meal they are appropriately terrified. All it takes is the flexing of her claws to send the nobles running. Inuyasha walks in after her. She bends down and grabs some of the untouched food. Tossing part to him, she begins to wolf it down. Still somewhat shocked by the whole thing, Inuyasha pragmatically begins eating. When they have eaten their fill, Mesu stands up and stretches. She says, “Shall we go?” Inuyasha asks, “Just like that?” She says, “Yup, we came, we saw, we conquered; and we had dinner too. That’s about all this kind of place is good for.” She casually strolls out to the gate past the wakening guards. Once out, she asks, “Well I enjoyed that; how about you?” Thinking about the feel of a stomach filled with good food and the workout he had just had, he’s forced to say, “Ya, I guess I did.”
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Thursday, January 26, 2006

Mesuinu: a tale of Inuyasha
*episode 4*

Inuyasha has been traveling with Mesu for several days. He’s not sure if he trusts her; but that doesn’t seem to bother her. From what he can tell, she seems to go wherever, and whenever she feels like. He can’t help feeling infected by a sense of optimism she seems to emanate unintentionally. For once in his life, he’s not on the run; it’s almost as if they were chasing something; some dream or idea that was theirs to capture. Evening has come, and they have crested a ridge which smells of humans. Standing on the top, they see the castle of a feudal lord. Inuyasha has learned to avoid such places; and is surprised when Mesu says, “Come on.” and begins to move toward it. He grabs her wrist and says, “What are you doing?” Turning back to him, she says, “We’re gonna raid it; let’s go.” “Raid?” he asks, “What for?” She rolls her eyes, “For fun, Inuyasha; just as a way to have fun.” He says, “No, I’m not gonna kill anyone.” She says, “Who said anything about killing? We go down, bust open a few walls, ruff up the soldiers, scare the pampered nobles, rummage through their stuff, and leave. You’ll enjoy it; come on.” Inuyasha hesitates. Mesu turns to him and says, “Listen, you’re gonna have to make a choice: either you live your life as a human, or as a demon. Now, are you coming?” After a few seconds of thought, Inuyasha nods.
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Wednesday, January 25, 2006

Mesuinu: a tale of Inuyasha
*episode 3*

Inuyasha and Mesu stand by the stream, she got a fish with considerably less effort than he did and has been watching him splash around. As he steps out, he is surprised to see her bite into her fish. “Aren’t you gonna cook that?” he asks. “Nope.” She says continuing to eat. Suspiciously, Inuyasha takes a bite out of his fish…he grimaces. “Tastes better cooked.” he says. She says, “Ya, but this is easier.” Inuyasha shrugs and continues eating. Between bites, he says, “So who are you and what are you doing here?” She says, “Like I said, I’m Mesu; and I’m here because I followed my nose to you.” Inuyasha says, “Most people who come lookin for me want to kill me.” Mesu says, “I can imagine; I was just following an interesting scent.” He says, “That still doesn’t answer my question, who are you? Where are you from? You got any family?” She says, “You ask a lot of questions. Fine, I’m a demon, I come from somewhere far from here; and I’m not going back. As for my family…let’s not talk about them. Now it’s your turn.” He says, “My family’s dead, mostly, I got nowhere to call home, and we’ve been through what I am.” They sit there and finish their meal. When done, Mesu says, “Well Inuyasha, I’m on the move for now; and if you’re not too attached to this rundown piece of forest, you’re welcome to come with me.” Inuyasha asks, “Where are you goin?” She says, “I’m looking for something. I’m not sure what; but I’ll know it when I find it.” Mesu rises and begins walking toward the afternoon sun. She doesn’t look back to see if she’s being followed. Inuyasha sits for a long minute weighing his options. At last, he gets to his feet and heads after her. When he’s walking beside her, she turns to him and smiles. As she clears the forest, she says, “Now try and keep up.”
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