InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Childish Fantasies ❯ Dinner? ( Chapter 2 )

[ T - Teen: Not suitable for readers under 13 ]

Gomen nasai, minna! >< I know I promised a chappy up by the end of last week, but things got out of hand at home and I was unable to do so. But, here is one now! Let's see how it turns out…

Disclaimer: ok, all those people out there who feel the strange urge to sue me; HA! For you see, I am admitting that I don't own Inuyasha or any of those characters…IN YOUR FACE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! PHWEEEEEEEEE

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"Pizza!" Sango shouted, racing to the door before anyone else got the chance. Kohaku rolled his eyes, grinning madly at Sesshoumaru, who just shook his head.

A 10-year-old Rin, on the other hand, was giggling uncontrollably, her face flushed in excitement. These nights were her favorites, Sango and Miroku-niichan babysitting, hot, cheesy pizza, and her two favorite boys in the world. Rin stole a quick glance at Sesshoumaru. Well, actually, one favorite boy. She sighed. Ever since she could remember she had had a crush on him, but it had only been that, a crush. To him, Rin was just a little admirer, a shadow, if you will. 'Actually' Rin thought, biting her nail, 'there had been a time when he did call me shadow…'

Rin glanced back at the silver-haired boy whose face was locked in an ever-present frown. She could remember a time when he smiled, when he would laugh and be happy. He had always been solemn, she supposed, but never like this. Only after the tragic death of his mother did he erase any trace of emotion from his face. Rin remembered the day clearly; it had only been two years, after all…

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Rin walked about the kitchen humming to herself. It was a warm, sunny day out and she was in a carefree mood. She had just pulled herself up onto a chair when she heard the doorbell. She cautiously walked to the door, letting it open just a crack to see who it was. Her eyes met a glint of silver and she swung the door open enthusiastically.

She guided him in, pushing him into the chair she had been about to sit in while explaining how her brother had stopped by his friend Kanna's to pick up a CD. Sesshoumaru didn't respond, only sat there with his head in his hands. Rin's brow furrowed in puzzlement and she placed a gentle hand on his shoulders. She thought she could her him choke back on a sob, and a single tear fell, landing delicately on the ground. The young girl was overcome with worry; in all the years she had known Sesshoumaru, he had never cried. She pushed her way between him and the table, whispering his name softly. Her eyes widened in surprise as he pulled her into his lap, holding her as tight as he could. He buried his face into the crook of her neck, fighting back tears. Rin finally woke from the shock and returned the embrace, oblivious to the reason why he would be acting like this…

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Sesshoumaru watched on in silent amusement at the different expressions playing on the younger girls face. She never once tried to hide what she felt; always wearing it on her sleeve. He had always admired that quality of her, although he would never admit it to anyone. There was something about her that made him feel so comfortable when he was with her, even though she was so young. To everyone else, Rin was just a cute little girl; the biggest thing on her mind was whether she wanted to color with crayons or watercolors. But Sesshoumaru knew there was more to her than she let on. He had seen first handedly the wisdom she had acquired. If he had something on his mind, he would go straight to her without a second thought. Although, if anyone ever discovered that he went to a fourth grader for advice, his reputation as Koori no Ouji would be ruined.

He watched her eyes wander over to him and winked at her. She blushed and quickly looked away. His eyes shone as a small smile played within them, but he quickly erased it and turned to Kohaku, who was spying on his sister.

"Psss! Sess, go grab the video camera. Quick!" he hissed, motioning to the closet. Sesshoumaru glided over to it and handed him the camera. Kohaku zoomed in to the couple by the door. "Mom's gonna flip…"

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Rin was in her own world as Sesshoumaru led her back to the church, but as soon as he saw someone, he quickly dropped her arm and took a lead in front of her, his face twisting back into the usual scowl. She sighed and kept a few paces behind him. 'Just like old times…' she thought. He stopped suddenly and Rin nearly ran into him, but steadied herself before she managed to collide into his back. He turned sharply on his heel and stared down at her, a slight twinkle could be seen in his eye. Not even having to speak a word, Rin understood and stepped in front of him, glad to lead.

They arrived at a wooden door with a handwritten sign reading, "DO NOT DISTURB" in big, red letters. Rin rolled her eyes and pounded on the door.

No answer.

She sighed and reached into her hair, pulling a bobby pin out and jamming it into the keyhole. Sesshoumaru cocked his head at her; his amusement was growing with everything she did. He recalled using the very same trick many times with her, mostly to spy on Sango, or to get into Kohaku's "secret" stash of candy. He never thought she actually paid any attention to it.

"Haku! Get yourself decent, I'm comin' in!" she shouted pushing her body against the door and heaving it open.

Thump!

"Gaah! Rin! What have I told you about knocking!"

"I did knock, baka, you just didn't answer!"

"I was busy!"

"I can see that! Kami, and at your sister's wedding, too!"

"Konnichiha, Rin. O genki desuka?"

"I'm doing pretty well. Hey, Kan-chan, I suggest pulling your dress down a bit. It's being a bit showy."

"Arigato gozaimasu. Watash-"

"A-hem"

All three whipped their heads around to face the intruder. Kohaku's eyes looked like they were about to bulge out of their sockets, Kanna's face became a deathly pale, and Rin just smirked. Kohaku was the first to gain control of himself and slowly dragged his body off of Kanna's, smoothing out his suit as he made his way to the door. He looked at Sesshoumaru for a long minute before his eyes lit up and he punched him in his shoulder.

"Kami, it really is you! Where have ya been, Sess?" he asked, turning Sesshoumaru around so as to give Kanna a chance to make herself decent.

Sesshoumaru shrugged, "just around. How about you? Still with Kanna, I see." He said, jerking his head towards the pale girl now conversing with Rin. Kohaku followed his gaze sighing happily at her.

"Yeah, I don't think I'll ever leave her. I've been thinkin' 'bout popping the question for some time now, but with Aneue's big day, it'll have to wait. How 'bout you? Found 'the one' yet?"

Sesshoumaru found himself focusing in on Rin, "no, I'm still…looking." Kohaku looked from his sister to his friend, a knowing smile crossing his face. He wrapped his arm around his friend and whispered in his ear.

"She's a looker, eh? But I don't get to play over-bearing brother much with her; she hasn't dated since she was thirteen. I think she's still-'looking'-too." Sesshoumaru's eyes shot open and he turned to face Kohaku, letting his mask slip for a second, showing the vulnerable side of him, before composing himself into a glare.

"Don't say that, Haku. You know just as well as I do it's not like that. she's eighteen for Kami's sake."

Kohaku nodded in agreement, the mirth still shining brightly in his eyes. "Yep, eighteen. She's a woman now, all grown up and all alone. And you know what?" he whispered, lowering his voice and glancing around the room secretively. "She's going to be nineteen soon." He gasped and looked at Sesshoumaru with a horrified stare, before cracking up. Sesshoumaru, on the other hand, did not look amused. Kohaku finally stopped laughing and stared at his friend seriously.

"Look, Sess, it's not that big of a deal. She's changed a lot in the past few years. Just take some time to get to know her again. Y'know; take her out to dinner or something. It doesn't have to be some intimate thing, just a friendly outing." Sesshoumaru just stared back at him, unsure of whether or not to do as his friend was suggesting. Not getting a reply, Kohaku took the opportunity to call Rin over. She skipped over and looked up to the two innocently.

"Yeeeees? What can I do fer ya?"

"Sess hasn't been around here for a few years, so why don't you take him out for dinner or something, just for old times sake?" he put a hand on each of their shoulders and pushed them out of the door, locking it behind them.

They looked at each other blankly before someone grabbed Rin by the shoulders and started to drag her off.

"C'mon Rin! Your sisters getting married now! Talk to your friend later, right now you gotta go!" Rin looked back at Sesshoumaru desperately, but he simply smiled and waved,

"I'll see you later tonight, Rin. Be ready at your place by six." He called out, jogging off to take his own place in the chapel.

Rin waved back longingly, before turning back to her captor with a determined look. "Alright! Let's get my sister married!" Rin stomped off leaving a startled Kagome in her wake.

"It's scary how much she reminds me of Sango sometimes." She said shaking her head and waltzing after her.

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Phweee! That's that! I know its sorta short again, but yeah…I don't know when I'll be updating "I'm Sorry" but hopefully I'll be inspired or something soon…but yeah…o.o here we go…

O genki desuka: how are you

Arigato gozaimasu: a pretty polite way of saying thank you.

I think that's all the Japanese I used in this chappy, if I left something out and you're really confused, just let me know and I'll add it in.

TY TO ALL OF MY REVIEWERS!

I: ty! ^^;

Deadly Tears: merci! ^^ Rin is 18, but there are a lot of flashback-y things in which she changes ages…

Ninetails122: gomen if it's confusing, I try to make it clear, but I'm somewhat insane, therefore my attempts prove futile…<__>v but I'm so with you! Sess/Rin! Mweee!

TheEvilMusician:thanks…

IceSugarHigh: lol, yep. Only six years, and eighteen, and sixty-five year old men…<__> good gracious…lol, you remind me of myself…^^; and thank you very much.

Rin Amaru:and voila! Here it is! Thank you very much; I'm very flattered.

Raya: ty! Lol, my dad and step mom are 8 years apart too. I'm very happy that you like it; I aim to please.

Athar-Luna: ty, yeah, but wouldn't that just be sooo kawaii? I can just picture it *eyes glaze over* aww…lol woah, fangirl mode…o.O

SilentBrat: ty! Umm, they make cameos; I don't think they'll be major characters. And strangely, Inuyasha and Kagome are about Sango and Miroku's age. (Meaning Inuyasha is the older brother) straaaaaaaaange…o.O;;

Brooke: *claps* yay! I'm so happy you like it! ^^ I will try to keep updating as much as I can.

MintlovesSR: OMG I LOVE MINT! Do you like York Peppermint Patties? Cos I'm obsessed with them! Lol, sry, off topic…*craving for a York* ty very much!

And that's all for now! Until next time, I'm Nekura!

Small voice in the background: AND I'M HER BROTHER THAT DELETES HER STORIES AND DRIVES HER INSANE!

Nekura: =___=;;;; *pummels brother into the ground* ja…