InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Captive Soul ❯ chapter 12 ( Chapter 12 )

Author's note: I felt like I should address a few things in the story so far.

Ages:

Kagome 22

Rin 19

Kikyo 20

Some have asked me why Kikyo can control Sesshomaru. The spell placed upon Sesshomaru was done by a powerful miko and it is a subduing spell. 1) He is bound to his owner by a subduing word that only his owner can use. 2) He cannot openly defy his owner or his owner's blood kin or the spell will activate. In other words, Sesshomaru is bound in servitude to Rin and Kikyo but only Rin can punish him for any reason with the subduing word. If Rin is close enough to know what is going on, her wishes override everyone elses because she is his owner. And when Rin calls, he follows her, because he is her property. Now in the last chapter, Kikyo had ordered Sesshomaru to stay very still. Because Kikyo is not fully trained and her powers are sporadic, She hurt him more than she intended to. What she thought was a little tap to the demon was actually far worse. It was a 'no win' situation for Sesshomaru. He moved back a step in reaction to intense pain causing the spell to activate. Kagome is a fully trained miko. She has complete control over her powers. When her miko energy entered Sesshomaru, she meant him no harm, therefore, no pain . I hope that cleared up some things. If anybody has any questions I will be glad to answer them. ^_^. Now on to the next chapter.

Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha or any of its characters.

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Chapter 12: Lost?

Rin watched as Sesshomaru left for the kitchen. As soon as she believed the youkai was out of earshot, Rin leaned towards her sister somewhat agitated and spoke in a low harsh whisper. "I can't believe you almost said that in front of him."

Kagome raised an eyebrow in mock query. "What?"

"You know what I am referring to, Kagome."

"Oh, you mean the part about you being a vir..."

"YES!" Rin interrupted, quite vexed.

Kagome shook her head "It's not as if he doesn't already know."

"What?..." Rin paled, white as a sheet. Her voice then lowered in growing apprehension "What do you mean?"

"Rin.....Hello....He's a dog demon. Miko classes 101, all canine youkai can smell a female in heat or if a female has been with another male. It's a territorial thing in a sense. They can also detect most strong emotions fear, pain, contentment, arousal...

Becoming rather stressed, Rin buried her face in her palms, and groaned. "I knew he could smell some things, but I didn't know he could smell emotions and if I have ever....you know...I feel like an open book to him."

Kagome lightly touched Rin's shoulder ."Hey....it's no big deal. He probably doesn't think anything about it. If it makes you feel any better, I haven't gone that far with a guy either."

Rin looked up at her sister. "You haven't?"

Kagome shook her head.

"But what about Hojo? I thought you two were in love."

Kagome shrugged her shoulders. "We broke up. He wasn't the right one for me. We're still friends though."

"I'm sorry , Kagome."

"Don't be...I'm not... Me and Hojo were not meant for each other and I wasn't broken hearted over it. To tell the truth, I feel sort of relieved. We just didn't seem to connect on that level. He was just too.....nice...It felt artificial. We are much better off as friends."

Rin gave a short laugh. "It's a wonder Kikyo hasn't tried for the sweet boy. I can see the headlines now. 'Rabid female attacks poor unsuspecting nice young man.' She has always gone after the men you dated. Like she was competing with you or something. By the way, what is withKikyo lately? She's even more self absorbed that usual and she normally doesn't visit until mid summer."

Kagome grimaced. " I don't know for sure. She mentioned taking a break from everything, something about problems with a certain relationship. My opinion is she got dumped. You know, Kikyo can be a real bit....."

At that precise moment, Kagome was interupted by a nearby ringing.

Rin gave her sister a 'We'll finish this talk later' look and picked up the phone. "Hello?"

"Why, hello, Rin." came a familiar male voice.

"Oh, Hi, Naraku." Rin made a gagging gesture at Kagome who rolled her eyes and grinned.

"And how are you feeling this fine day?" Naraku asked.

"I'm fine." Rin replied curtly.

"Rin, I recently had a conversation with your lovely mother. She seemed ecstatic with my notion of escorting you to the charity banquet Saturday night. Would you like to accompany me?"

"Banquet?" Rin peered at Kagome who had slapped her forehead as if suddenly remembering something very important.

"Yes.....the one your father's company is hosting this year for the children's hospital."

"Well...I...don't...know.." Rin trailed off.

"If you are unsure, Rin. It does not have to be personal. We can go as mutual acquaintances. Your father is the guest speaker."

Rin held her hand over her eyes and let out a long breath. "I...guess..I could...since it is for charity and daddy's speaking."

For some reason, the young woman could feel the smile slide across Naraku's face.

"Excellent! I am very pleased with your decision, Rin. Your mother will be delighted as well. I will pick you up at five o'clock p.m. on Saturday. It is a formal affair so be prepared."

"Yeah, O.k."

"Good Bye dear Rin, see you Saturday."

"Bye."

Rin hung up the phone then glared at her sister.

"Ooops...forgot to tell you about that." Kagome said sheepishly.Rin raised a petite eyebrow at her big sister. "What is momma trying to do? Run my life?"

"She is just looking out for you, Rin. Mom and Dad both consider Naraku a gentlemen, a rich gentlemen. Momma wants to make sure you are well taken care of. They don't think you should have to struggle on the meager amount of money you make selling your paintings."

Crossing her arms in front of her chest, Rin huffed. "Well, if momma thinks I'm going to marry that perfect gentlemen, She's got another thing coming. I'm quite happy with my life, Thank you very much."

Rin sighed. "I can't believe I agreed to go on a date, well, maybe not an official date, with Naraku."

Kagome half smirked. "Come to think of it, Rin, If you look past that dark, mysterious persona of his....he is actually not that bad looking."

Rin threw a couch cushion at her sister. "eeeewwww...Kagome!"

While dodging her sister's attack, Kagome laughed and chanted "Naraku and Rin sitting in a tree K-I-S-S-I-N-G."

"Oh NO, I don't think so!" Rin was about to pummel her big sis again when she froze. "Kagome, what am I going to wear?"

"Don't sweat it, Rin. I have some formal dresses you can choose from."

"And what about Sesshomaru? It may be too awkward to take him, even though I wouldn't mind him being there ".....Rin trailed off in thought.

"Don't worry, Rin. I am going to the banquet as well. Sesshomaru can stay here alone for a few hours by himself. What could hurt a full youkai anyway?"

Rin frowned in her thought. "I guess so.....but he hasn't even left my side since I bought him yesterday.

"Rin?.......speaking of Sesshomaru.....".

"Hmm?" Rin replied, slowly returning from her musings. "What?..... Sesshomaru?....Yeah...He should....have....been....back...by...now......"

Suddenly both girls looked at each other, both reaching the same alarming conclusion.

'KIKYO'

Rin got up and began limping after her sister who had already jumped off the couch and was now heading down the hallway, A rising panic welling up inside of her. 'If Kikyo has touched one hair on his head...I'll....'

Her thoughts were broken as Kagome, who had now halted in front of the kitchen door, held out her arm, effectively preventing her from going any further.

Kagome placed her finger to her lips in a shushing gesture.

Mentally forcing her trepidation to subside, Rin went still and listened.

After waiting for what seemed like hours, but in reality, was only a few seconds, both girls picked up the sounds they had been dreading to hear.

"Mmmmm....that feels sooo goood."

"Lower."

"Yes....right there."

"Ohhhh yessss..."

"Harder...."

"Harder..."

Kikyo's words then died into inaudible moans.

Rin's face blazed in scarlet fury. An unknown emotion then bubbled up, a mixture of pain and disbelief and something else she could not name. 'HOW DARE SHE!...HOW DARE SHE!'

Forcibly pushing Kagome out of the way, Rin barrelled through the door and tumbled into the kitchen.

Balancing as best she could on her injured foot, Rin then looked up to see..

Kikyo at the breakfast table. .

and Sesshomaru very close behind her

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and he was

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rubbing her shoulders?

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Rin put her hands on her hips and gave Kikyo an icy glare. "Kikyo?! What are you doing?"

When Kikyo gave no reply, Rin limped over to her very relaxed cousin and snatched her box of chocolates out of her cousins greedy clutches.

Kikyo plastered a naive grin on her face, then popped the piece of candy she was holding into her mouth.

Rin then grabbed hold of Sesshomaru's hand and pulled him safely behind her.

With a 'cat that ate the canary' smile, Kikyo rose from the table. "I guess we need to go now, Kagome. If you and Rin are finished talking."

As the smirking miko passed by her cousin, she vented out smugly. "Oh......and Rin...your slave has very skillful hands." With that, Kikyo walked out the kitchen door.

All Rin could do was stand there gaping at her cousin's retreating backside.

Then her eyes narrowed..."Oooooo, one of these days...."

Kagome approached her little sister. "Don't let her get to you, Rin. She likes to stir things up, you know that.. I'm going to go home now. I'll call you later. O.K.?"

Rin nodded her head. "Sure, Kagome."

Kagome then addressed the youkai standing behind Rin. "It was nice meeting you, Sesshomaru."

The demon gave no sign of acknowledgement, but Kagome smiled anyway and gave one last parting goodbye to them both and left.

After placing the box of chocolates back on the table, Rin turned to Sesshomaru.

The young woman silently inspected him for any sign of foul play.

His stance was rigid and his expression vacant. A mirror image of his demeanor when she first laid eyes on him.

"Sess...Sesshomaru?"

"Yes...Mistress."

Rin winced, his voice was cold.....and emotionless, completely different from only an hour earlier.

"Are you all right?" she timidly asked.

"Yes....Mistress."

Rin searched his golden depths and ...found...nothing....there. Nothing... lifeless...empty.....dead.....

It frightened her.

It scared her so much that she impetuously closed the distance between them and encircled her small arms around his waist, hugging him tightly, as if that simple act would make him right again.

The slow steady beat of his heart and the solid warmth of his chest against her cheek calmed her somewhat.

But the longer they stood together, the more fearful she became, as he moved not one inch in response to her embrace.

She did not know why, but she felt him slipping away from her.

Rin began to tremble and her timorous voice cracked....... begging him with a small whisper. "Please.....please ...come back to me...."

One lone tear slid down her reddened cheek and she closed out the world to magnify the sounds of his breathing and the comforting scent of his body.

Several minutes passed by. And just as Rin's hope was wanning, she felt him shudder once then take in a deep, heavy breath.

Rin breathed a sigh of relief, when his hand reached up and began gently caressing her hair.

Opening her eyes, the young woman looked up to find his softened features regarding her with a hint of a smile.

Overwhelmed with contentment, she smiled back then closed her eyes again as his warmth enveloped her in his return embrace. The sound of him deep and soothing.

"I...am...here....Rin."

"I am.....with you."___________________________________________________________________



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