Disclaimer: Inuyasha is owned by Rumiko Takahashi.

Little Sister

Prologue

Working men of all status filled the subway in rush to get to their destination. Students crowded the sidewalks, desperately trying to get to their school on time. It was just another typical day. People played their role in an everyday theatrical performance called "life".

However, to one girl, this day would mark a change in her life. You may think that at such a young age, her mind might fail to comprehend the outcome of these changes. But she knew, for a simple fact, that to her and her mother, it's a fresh start that came with a new future–a new family.

She watched her mother through the open door as she packed their things clean, leaving the room empty and lifeless. "Mama," She called meekly while clutching the white stuffed dog against her small chest.

The woman paused in whatever she was doing and turned her attention to the tiny figure at the doorway. "What's the matter, dear?" She asked softly.

The girl's grip tightened while blue-eyes shimmered with unshed tears. "Mama, why do we have to leave?" Her tiny voice bounced off the walls of the vacant room.

Ms. Higurashi gave a tiny smile as she raised her hand and beckoned her daughter to come closer. The miserable look on her child's face threatened to break her heart.

However, she desired all the best for her as much as she wanted to give her comfort, and as long as they're stuck in this place, her dream for a greater future would remain as nothing but a delusion. She wanted her to be happy, even if it cost a moment of sadness.

"Mama..." A tear slid down her cheek. She sniffed and released her toy before running to her mother. Her pony-tail bounced with each step. "Mama, I don't want to go!"

"Hush now, darling." Ms. Higurashi went on her knees and caressed Kagome's cheek affectionately. It hurts seeing her so distressed. "It will be alright, I'm sure you'll like it there."

Kagome heaved back her tears. "But I'll miss jii-chan–" She spoke between sobs. "Botan-chan and Sakura-chan–" She hiccupped little breaths while she wiped her face with the back of her tiny hand.

Her mother gave a weak smile. "Don't you want to live with papa?"

She looked down and remained silent. She was clenching her pink skirt with both hands while snuffling through her tears now and then. Her large eyes and tiny nose were red from weeping

"Papa made sure you'll like your room," Ms. Higurashi began tenderly. "Blue, it's your favorite color, isn't it?"

Kagome nodded timidly.

Ms. Higurashi patted her daughter's head. "Papa had your room painted in blue, isn't that great?" She smiled when Kagome bobbed her head in response. "And guess what…"

Kagome's tear filled eyes somewhat sparkled with interest.

"Papa bought you many toys, and it's all waiting for you in our new home." She motioned to her stuffed dog. "Now, your doggy over there–"

"Fluffy." Kagome interjected in a quivering voice.

Ms. Higurashi tapped her daughter's nose in fondness. "Fluffy, I'm sure, will be very happy when he meets his new friends, don't you think?"

Kagome nodded. Her lips curled into a tiny smile, however it vanished just as quickly as it appeared. "But I won't see Botan-chan and Sakura-chan again."

"You're a wonderful girl Kagome, so I'm sure you'll meet new friends there." She gave her daughter an excited look. "And besides, your brother Sesshoumaru will be there to keep you company."

"Se-shou-ma-aru?" Kagome tried to pronounce the name but with no success. She released a giggle before she attempted yet again, and this time it sounded a lot more decent. "Sessh-ou-maru." She looked at her mother. "What a funny name."

Ms. Higurashi teasingly pinched the girl's nose. "Tha–" She was suddenly cut short when a familiar voice interrupted.

"Is everything set?" Asked the man at the doorway. He was wearing a black turtle neck and dark brown slacks. He had a long silver hair that cascaded beautifully down his back. His face was magnificently carved in perfect curves.

Ms. Higurashi threw him a warm smile before turning her attention back to her daughter. "Now Kagome, I know this is hard for you." She said carefully. "But we need papa," She averted her gaze towards the man across the room. "And papa needs us."

"Do you understand me, Kagome?"

The raven-haired girl bit her lip before nodding in reply.

Ms. Higurashi stood up and offered her hand to Kagome. She hesitantly accepted. Seeing this, the man in black went to ease the girl's concern. He stooped down and placed a reassuring hand on her head. With a grin, he said. "We'll visit your grandpa as often as you want."

The child's face brightened. "Really?"

"Really."

"I can go visit Botan-chan and Sakura-chan too?" She questioned in delight.

He nodded.

Her eyes widened. "Thank you, papa!" She jumped to wrap her arms around the man's neck for an unyielding embrace.

They slowly pulled into the driveway. After they fully stopped, her father turned to give her a grin. "We're here, Kagome." He spoke with his kind and rich voice.

Kagome gave him a matching beam before turning her gaze to the humongous house ahead. Her eyes widened. "Mama, mama, look!" She pointed cutely.

"Yes dear, our new home." Ms. Higurashi answered, and they all got out of the car. She looked down at her with a warm smile. She placed her hand on her shoulder and guided her towards the huge entrance.

Her father turned the knob and they entered. Kagome didn't like the house the moment she stepped in. It didn't have that homey and inviting atmosphere. She felt like a total stranger. She had a feeling that somehow she's not welcomed here.

A weird looking man greeted them. He was short with a blunted nose, and a narrow pointed mouth. "Welcome home, my lord." He bowed in respect. "My lady," Ms. Higurashi thanked him with a smile.

Kagome, without second thoughts, replied with equal respect as she bowed down thirty degrees from the waist in a respectful greeting. However, she stayed still in the same stance a little too long to be normal. She looked devastatingly adorable.

The man blinked in confusion. He heard his master chuckle in amusement. Inutaisho turned his attention to the undersized man. "Jaken, how did everything go while I was away?" He asked.

"Everything's been smooth, my lord." The man called Jaken answered. "But," His brows quivered. "The young master, he–"

"Father," Said a boy standing at the stairway. He had a short silver-hair, and a pair of golden-eyes just like his father. A deep frown was written on his young face.

"Sesshoumaru," Inutaisho spoke the name with concealed fondness. He watched as Sesshoumaru went down the steps, only to stop at the bottom of the stairway. Inutaisho approached him. "Why don't you say hi to your mother?"

"She is not my mother." He stated boldly. "Nor is she–" Sesshoumaru continued while he turned his gaze to the raven-haired girl who was animatedly talking to a flustered Jaken. "–my sister." He gritted his teeth together, trying hard to contain his resentment.

Inutaisho gave him a softened look. He saw the hurt and betrayal in his son's eyes. He expected this from the moment he knew of his daughter's existence. He knew his son bore a certain grudge for him having cheated on his mother.

His marriage to his wife was forged to complete the merger of the two most notorious companies in Japan. It was a union brought by an agreement between her father and him. It was purely business and nothing more.

His wife knew of his late night antics. He was a powerful man, and being a prominent business leader had its benefits. He was a ladies' man, a man devoted to the pursuit of pleasure–that is, until he met her, Higurashi.

It was the first time he felt so right being so close to someone. It was then he realized that he had fallen in love. However, circumstances ripped them apart. She knew he was a married man and didn't want to add more conflict in his life. So she left, bringing with her the seed of their union...

Kagome

It was not until a month ago when he heard of a single mother living in a shrine with the description matching his former lover. He immediately went to see the woman himself. That's how he found her and the jewel he now called his daughter.

Perhaps that's what bothered his son more, when he learned that his father's sinful act brought to the world a painful result in the form of his half-sister.

He knew of his son's ache. He knew that the scars were still raw. It's been only two years since his mother died. And bringing his former mistress and their daughter to their house was the same as putting salt on those screaming wounds.

He blamed not his son. He confessed his failure as a father. But he wished that he would understand what he felt as well. He admitted he never loved his mother. Yet he also could not deny the fact that he did care for her enough to cut his heart the moment she passed away.

He too was hurting, the very reason why he needed them.

"Someday, you'll see…" This was his only reply before he turned and walked away. He's not a man of words, and even if he was, it would do nothing to convince the boy to think otherwise.

He was mad. His father insisted that he showed her to her room. He had no idea what thoughts lingered in his father's head when he left the bothersome girl in his care. "Keep moving!" He snapped at the girl tagging along.

Kagome bit her lip and jogged to his side with the stuffed dog encased between her arms and against her chest. She studied him carefully. He was taller by about three inches. His white hair reminded her so much of her toy's pelt. Mmm, soft. She mused.

He was stiff and still had that scowl on, she realized. He had it written on his face ever since they arrived, and now she was starting to think that it was somehow permanent. "You have a big house, nii-sama!" She said eager to lighten the mood.

He remained silent, hoping that she would take the hint. But the girl proved to be more than a nuisance when she continued talking.

Kagome pouted. "I live in a shrine with jii-chan." She said randomly, trying to open a conversation for the second time. "He owns a cat named Buyo, but I call him buta-chan!"

She was unrelenting. "Look, Fluffy has the same hair as nii-sama!" She spoke keenly while she tried to show him the white stuffed toy.

He closed his eyes in a hopeless attempt to ignore her endless gibberish.

"How old are you?" She asked enthusiastically. "I'm five, but I'm turning six in April!"

He twitched.

"Do you have many friends?"

His teeth clenched together.

"Wow, you're tall."

"I like Oden."

"When's your birthday?"

"My favorite color's blue."

"Se-sshou-ma-ru, you have a funny name."

That does it! She just can't keep her mouth shut even for a second. He thought while he trembled with his palms clenched into fists by his sides. She even dared to look completely innocent while mocking his name. Shut up! He chanted those words in his mind like a sacred mantra.

"Se-sshou-ma-ru?"

He stopped walking.

The thin thread of self-control broke.

And there was hell unleashed.

"SHUT UP!" He snapped. His brows creased and eyes widened in anger. He took in delight when the girl flinched and uneasily bit her lip. "If I were you, I should have closed my mouth, girl!"

He was merciless when he continued with his unkind remarks. "Whatever nonsense you want to tell me, I don't want to hear it!"

Kagome cowered back. Her eyes began to moist and the grip on her toy tightened.

"So, now you get it." He smirked. "That would teach you not to act all too familiar with me."

"Nii-"

"Don't," He glared. "Don't ever call me that again. I'm not your brother!"

Hot stinging tears spilled freely from her eyes as she sobbed and cried and–

It hurt.

"As a matter of fact, I just can't stand you, I hate you–" He closed his eyes and gasped for breathe in an effort to contain his rage. When he finally placed the pieces of his control together, he opened his eyes and scowled.

"Your room is just up ahead. I'm sure with a mouth like that, you will be able to manage on your own without any help." And he was gone, just like that, leaving a tear-stricken girl behind. And like a jerk that he was, he felt good making her cry.

End of Prologue

Foot Notes

Buta: Japanese for Pig

Oden: A Japanese winter dish consisting of several ingredients.

Author's Notes

This is my first time writing Sess/Kag in an Alternate Universe, so please be gentle with me. Anyway, it was kind of hard doing the prologue, especially with a chibi Kagome and chibi Sesshoumaru. I hope you had fun reading it. Thank you!