InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Rivers of the Heart ❯ Almost There... ( Chapter 2 )

Disclaimer: I DO NOT own Inuyasha or any of its characters. That wonderful honor goes to Rumiko Takahashi.

Please forgive any spelling or grammar errors.

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Q: Is this a Kagome/Inuyasha story?

A: For the love of God YESS!!!!! I DO NOT write Kikyou and Inuyasha love stories; I would rather be eaten alive. You all should know by now I hate Kikyou. I just wanted to do something different and not make her out to be an utter bitch.

What I meant before is that I don't know how this story is going to end. Kagome and Inuyasha could live happily ever after, or he could honor the sanity of marriage and remain with Kikyou despite the pure love he has for Kagome. I don't know yet but I am open to suggestions to consider. THIS IS A KAGOME/INUYASHA STORY!

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Q: What's up with Kikyou?

A: Ok here is the deal with Kikyou. Yes she was pregnant. She called Inuyasha the night of her accident excited because she had just found out that she was with child. On her way home, she was in an accident, killing the child, and had to undergo surgery to repair her abdominal area. She is no longer able to conceive children and that is what's killing her and what she refuses to tell Inuyasha and Kagome.

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Q: Will the plot thicken?

A: YES! It will thicken with each chapter as characters are developed and secrets and schemes are revealed.

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Q: What's up with Sango and Miroku not coming back?

A: You will find out the "true" reason they can't come back to visit just yet in later chapters.

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Comment: I don't like Triangles.

Response: I am sorry. But if you look at it the anime it is kinda like a triangle. Inuyasha thinks he is still in love with Kikyou, (of course we ALL know better) Kikyou wants him in hell with her, and Kagome is in love with Inuyasha thinking he only loves Kikyou. I love the forbidden love idea. That is pretty much what this story is, Kagome and Inuyasha's love is forbidden but is TOO strong to be ignored leading to many end results.

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FYI --> Character Ages:

Sesshoumaru, Kagura, Naraku = 31

Miroku, Kouga = 30

Inuyasha, Kagome, Sango, Kikyou = 29

Rin = 21 --> she skipped two years in elementary school because of her intelligence, had her two-year college degree by the time she graduated from high school (which is possible, my friend did it) at the age of 16 Graduated with her four-year degree at the age of 18. Has worked at Tessaiga Corporation for three years so she is now 21. ^__^

Souta, Kohaku, Shippo = 18

Enjoy the new chapter.

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Please read my A/N at the end of the story, don't worry its are not long! ^__^

THIS CHAPTER STARTS OUT WHEN RIN ARRIVES AT SESSHOUMARU'S OFFICE (when she left to meet him in the last chapter)…THEN AFTER THE FIRST SECTION IT WILL JUMP TO THE NEXT MORNING!!!!! ^__^

Rivers of the Heart

Chapter Two: Almost there…

Sesshoumaru sat at his oversized, desk. His eyes stared intensely at the bright screen of his laptop. Soft tapping noises echoed from the notebook as his slender fingers stroked swiftly across each tiny key. He only stopped for a brief moment to condense his thoughts to a more complex sentence before swiping his digits across the board once again.

An elegant chandelier hung from the ceiling discharging a warm glow that illuminated the entire room. Books of various subjects were stacked categorically by topic in a large antique bookshelf that covered an entire wall of Sesshoumaru Tama's office. A circular table with matching chairs stood across the room from the small collection of literature.

He continued his work even after his sensitive ears picked up the delicate sound of someone entering his office. For an instant, his mind was consumed with annoyance…

'Who dares enter my office without appropriate permission?'

Sesshoumaru's eyes never left the flat display as his thoughts returned to his article. The slow, determined yet gentle sound of 'click, clonk' filled his ears indicating to him who exactly had invaded his realm. She was late.

He continued to ignore her as she approached his desk. But much to his irritation she did not stand before him like he had expected, instead he found her sitting next to his computer facing him. Her well-toned, creamy thighs teased him out of the corner of his eye.

'Fuck,' he thought knowing he was in for another torturous evening with the object of his unwanted desire.

The sad, beautiful face of his fiancée entered his mind. Kagura. He would not betray her to fulfill an ever-growing need to have this young girl arching beneath him as she screamed his name in ecstasy.

'Fuck,' he silently cursed again, feeling his lower region begin to constrict at the idea. He would keep his control secure and unbroken if it was the last thing he did.

Rin observed his calm, impassive face in pure amusement. She knew her close proximity to him was affecting him because he had lost his train of thought thus discontinued his typing. As seconds passed, he still had not looked at her, she smiled, a mischievous glint in her eyes. She would make him look at her.

"Sesshoumaru," her voice was soft and silky, penetrating his brain like an explosion, "should we not get to work?"

At the mention of work his gazed averted towards her, and he found himself almost immediately regretting the action. He mentally gulped at the sight of the beautifully sculpted creature before him. Sesshoumaru marveled at how well her outfit exposed just enough to get a man craving for the female wearing it, but left much to the imagination.

He began to feel the familiar sensation in his heart, his brain, a feeling that pulsated through every vain in his body. Lust was only a small contributor to the affect she had on him, it was something more, and something he did not want to admit was there.

He had known Rin for a two years and it was within a short time she had earned his respect as a professional and a woman. No one had ever earned his esteem so quickly; it had always taken some years before he bestowed that privilege upon anyone. He even considered Rin a friend allowing her to come to him for advise on a variety of business aspects and seeking his approval on her assorted projects and programs. In turn he found that he greatly enjoyed her company and much to his disturbance speaking with her of things he would have never allowed another living thing hear from his mouth.

Three months ago, his life became hell. Rin had been assigned, as head of Tessaiga's involvement of Naraku Onimugo's case in preparation for her promotion once the project was complete. Sesshoumaru's representation completed the required participation for the Tenseiga Corporation.

After they were teamed up, that was when his trouble slowly began to eat at his strength. He worked with her six times a week, often times more. She always came to his office, lighting it up every time she walked in. She had the ability to cheer him up, despite his resistance. And as of late, he discovered his heart rate increased, and inappropriate thoughts danced vigilantly through his mind whenever she looked at him with her gorgeous crystalline eyes, or smiled at him, or sat near him like she was now.

'Kagura'

He had to stop. Rin's presence and choice of attire this evening was enough to drive him mad. Something in the back of his mind told him she was not completely innocence when she would 'accidentally' bump into him, or anything else she did to attract his attention. He inwardly berated himself. Kagura need to be his main concern. He cared for her. They would make a perfect match; their work came first before personal relations it was an understanding between them. Kagura knew that he was not a man of great personality and could not offer her much in return when it came all the fairytale notions of love. However, she loved him despite his inability submit to the weakness of emotions. And so he would not hurt her.

"Sesshoumaru?" Rin's melodic voice entered his mind again, forcing him to discover he had been staring at her exposed legs.

"Do you have the report?" Sesshoumaru stood, slowly closing his laptop and taking a step away from young female on his desk.

"Yes," Rin smiled at him, locking eyes with his amber orbs before reaching for her briefcase, and retrieving the requested document.

He felt that damned fluttering sensation again from her smile. Yes, this had to stop. He needed to get himself out of a situation where he could wind up hurting a very special and important person to him. He would speak to Kagome and Inuyasha about it after his morning meetings tomorrow.

Another figure entered the room, and Sesshoumaru heard Rin mumbling under her voice when Jaken squabbled across the room, shouting apologizes for being late.

Sesshoumaru ignored his assistant, his mind made a decision, he would not fall prey to the yearnings of his soul. He would deny his destiny.

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Kagome exited the musty elevator straightening her forest green skirt only to be greeted by her 'entirely too cheery for this early in the morning' receptionist. Her eyes fell upon the exquisite bouquet of white roses on the edge of the desktop as she completed their daily morning exchange. She knew two things from the sight of the superbly formed buds of elegance. Two single facts, the beautiful display was for her and they were from Kouga.

"These were delivered for you this morning," Koharu's sweet voice pulled Kagome's attention from her thoughts.

"What was his excuse this time?" Kagome asked knowing the girl's natural curiosity led her to read the card meant only for Kagome.

A sly smile played at the lips of the younger girl reclining in her chair, "Their trial had to be rescheduled yesterday when the defendant attacked the prosecutor. So Kouga and his partners have to work around the clock to reformulate their irate client's case."

"Oh is that all, I was thinking he was canceling our dinner date tonight to be with his mistress," Kagome amused, she did not have to worrying about Kouga he was very loyal, his mistress was only a long running joke.

Koharu giggled, shaking her head as Kagome joined her. The laughter quickly stopped when a muffled, angry voice emerged from behind the door of Inuyasha's office. Kagome's eye expanded in shock and disbelief, remembering that he was supposed to be in a meeting with very respectable, extremely important affiliates that would help their company in their first steps in planting roots overseas.

"Ah Koharu, please place the flowers on my desk," the older woman's concerned voice instructed.

The receptionist complied, disappearing behind the large barrier leading into Kagome's office. Cautiously the dark haired female approached her partner's office when the muffled voice grew louder and angrier. Boldness grabbed a hold of her, and she instantly entered the room.

Her eyes narrowed at the sight of Inuyasha's scowled face and the three prospective associates matching the same glowered intensity.

"Excuse me gentlemen for my intrusion but I wish to speak with Inuyasha in my office," Kagome smiled sweetly, relief washing through her when the three older men returned the gesture.

Inuyasha knew he was in for a lecture from the female as her eyes bored into him with annoyance and exasperation. He also knew he overreacted and should have not taken offense to the proposal made but with Kikyou and his lack of sleep from the night before, his mood plummeted from the second he pulled the bed covers off his body.

Kagome's glare told him he had better leave the room before she escorted him out. Reluctantly he exited the room, avoiding eye contact with all present. Once he was inside the foyer between the two private rooms he sadly walked the small distance, avoiding Koharu as she walked through Kagome's door. Sulkily ignoring the naïve girl, he entered through the same entrance, slamming to door shut behind him.

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Kagome advanced towards the men offering an apology, "I am sorry for Inuyasha's outburst. He has been facing some difficult trials that have yet to be overcome. I do hope you will not hold this against our professional relationship."

The three males exchanged glances before the youngest of them spoke, "We are aware of Inuyasha's marital situation, and his wife's accident. Please allow us to extend our deepest sympathy to your partner's distress. We will grant you an additional audience under the condition that Inuyasha be relieved to take some time off to regather his personal bias and emotions. Until then we will only be associating with you, Miss Higurashi."

Kagome nodded in recognition to the request. She understood, and although Inuyasha did need some time off before he over exerted himself, she also was aware that Inuyasha would rather rot in prison before taking any time off.

"Thank you for you kind reconsideration. Please see my receptionist, she will be able to accommodate you in matters of an future assembly."

She bowed slightly as they rose and left to meet with the secretary to reschedule. Letting a breath out she had not realized she had been holding, she immediately returned to her office, bidding a farewell as she pass through the waiting area.

Entering the place were she had sent Inuyasha like a punished child, she caught sight of him lost in his thoughts staring out into mass labyrinth of buildings towering above a busy city. Her heart reached out to him. Day by day, Kikyou's coldness was killing his heart.

Taking a few steps closer to him she spoke, "Inuyasha talk to me," she tenderly pleaded.

The silver color of his hair glistened as the morning sun began peak over the skyscrapers beaming brightly through the windows. He made no notions to neither answer her nor acknowledge her presence.

"You can't hold everything inside. You can't take on the burden alone. If you don't find some release then it will slowly each away at your being until you are nothing but a mere shadow of what you once were. Then I will have lost you too," her voice lowered to a whisper the sign of tears mingling with each word spoken, "and I don't think I could bare that."

Inuyasha painfully closed his eyes, an ache throbbed through his veins, silently he moved to slump a chair not far from where he had been standing, his head rolling to rest against the back of the object. It was not long before he felt Kagome's presence standing before, her hand reaching out to stroke the hair from his face.

"She is intent at making sure to speak every cruel word she can before she'll let me in her life again."

Kagome withdrew her hand when his body changed to the upright position. Their eyes locked in an intense gaze, not knowing their souls entwined, as they stayed lost in each other's stare.

He broke eye contact to lean forward and place his forehead upon her abdomen, his strong arms circling around her waist. Kagome soothingly rubbed her hands through his long, brilliant tresses. She wished time could be turned back. She wished Kikyou had never been in that accident, then her best friend would have not become so cold-hearted and in turn hurting the man she had cared for, for so long.

Inuyasha tightened his grip around Kagome's hips as her soft strokes reached his scalp. Why did it feel so right to have her in his arms? He knew the answer but it was too late. Kagome had no such feelings for him, so he had chosen another to be his wife. But still after all the long years, he found that he still loved her. It was not that he didn't love Kikyou, but it was not the same. He had long since discovered that when he is with Kagome, a fire burns through his soul, something that he had never felt with Kikyou even before she changed.

He halfheartedly released their embrace and stood from his seat. Inuyasha realized his mistake after his nose made contact with the little nose of the beauty in front of him. Again their minds shut down to all around them when chocolate met honey. Every muscle in their bodies tensed at the unusual closeness of their faces. His feelings for Kagome began to skyrocket; it would only take a single move to finally be able to feel the warmth of her lips. No. This was wrong. He took a step back scrapping the legs of the chair on the polish surface of the floor from his movement.

"I hope I did not completely alienate the Tokijin brothers."

It took a moment for Kagome's mind to return to normal after the wave of emotions that swamped over her seconds before. Only when Inuyasha's words registered in her brain was she able to speak.

"No, you didn't. They have rescheduled the meeting with me, claiming they would not speak with you until you had a vacation."

"Feh, I don't need a fucking vacation…the uptight bastards."

Kagome kept her mouth shut, Inuyasha did need a vacation, an escape that would ease his nerves and calm his stress level down. But if he did take time off, the original idea of it would be useless. Kikyou already refused any attempt Inuyasha made to 'get away' and have time for themselves. He would not go anywhere for vacation with out her. So his days of rest and relaxation would be spent in his apartment with his moody, heart-less, unemployed wife. Kagome feared it would only worsen his condition, but then if he kept pushing himself, using work as a means of escape…it was a catch twenty-two. Damned if he does, Damned if he doesn't.

"I will take care of them Inuyasha, don't worry. Just try not to scream at any clients or employees."

"What do you mean scream at any clients or employees," he began, in a awful impression of Kagome and her recent words, "You say it like its an everyday thing for me. Ok I fucking made a mistake this morning."

She slowly counted to ten in her mind, calming the initial anger at his words. His temper was getting worst by the hour, she felt sorry for anyone around him when the afternoon faded into evening.

"You know that is not what I meant."

"Feh," Inuyasha responded folding his arms across his chest, turning his head, eyes closed, and nose in the air. He looked very much like a stubborn three-year-old child.

When he reopened his eyes, he noticed the bouquet sitting on Kagome's desk. White roses shot out from every direction, "Kouga send those to you?" He asked all thoughts of the brewing argument dismissed.

Kagome nodded. She knew what Inuyasha was thinking. It had not been the first time Kouga had cancelled on her. The official count was somewhere in the two-digit column. Every time it happened, Kouga would send her the exact same arrangement of flowers. Kouga and her had been dating for a year and half. He ran their relationship on a schedule like he did his firm; even their sexual relations were on a tri-monthly agenda. Inuyasha disapproved of the entire relationship but he rarely berated her about Kouga because he knew she was happy. But the question was, was she really happy? Kagome had been thinking about it for a long time and still had found no answer.

"Asshole," Inuyasha said under his breath just loud enough for Kagome's ears to pickup the word.

She shook her head. Inuyasha may not force his opinions on her but he had no problem with outright insulting her lawyer boyfriend, or get into public arguments with him over the stupidest of things. Although Inuyasha could not completely be handed the blame for the fights, Kouga provided just enough fuel to the fire and the majority of the time Kouga was the one to prompt Inuyasha into the battle.

The phone rang filling the room with loud bell sounds. Kagome quickly walked over to her desk, immediately answering it.

"Kagome Higurashi speaking."

"Kagome…" a low cool voice filtered into Kagome's ears.

"Kikyou?" She couldn't hide the shock evident in her voice.

Inuyasha's head snapped towards his partner upon hearing his wife's name. Ninety-nine thoughts raced through his mind.

"I was wondering if you would like to have lunch with me."

Kagome's mouth fell open. It had been such a long time, since they had spent time with each other. Kikyou and her used to dine for lunch three days a week. But that was before everything happened.

"I would love too."

"Very well. I would assume the restaurant we used to eat at?"

"That's good, my lunches are at noon now, is that a problem?"

"No not a all. See you then." Kikyou hung up the phone.

Kagome stood frozen, the receiver still resting on her ear long after the disconnect buzz began. Did that just happen?

"Well that's different," Inuyasha broke Kagome from her trance, "Kikyou taking the initiative to call someone other than myself, which nine and half times out of ten is to yell at me. "

"And she asked me to lunch." Kagome added.

"Hmph, I am going to take this as a good sign." Inuyasha's voice was full of hope.

Kagome smiled, "So am I, Inuyasha."

Inuyasha matched the curve of her lips with his own while he glanced at the clock on her desk.

"Damn it all to hell." He said making his way towards the exit, "I have to be downtown in fifteen minutes to give a speech on business ethics, and then I have to attend until six this evening, Mrs. Ano's place of business so that her nauseatingly rich husband will consider becoming clients of ours. The things I don't do…"

Kagome grinned, shaking her head from side to side. She knew he loved his job. After watching him leave, she turned back to her task at hand. Staring overwhelmingly at the stack of resources resting on a cart next to her chair. She might as well get a head start on the thirty-page report required from the border of directors.

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Lunch went by without a hitch, much to Kagome's surprise. The outside eatery had not changed much in the pass months since the last time Kikyou and her had been there. They still had the garden style tables and chairs steadily placed along the open sidewalk of the bustling city. Pastel umbrellas still hovered above each dining place, shading its visitors from the blaring heat of the sun.

Kagome was pleased. Although Kikyou did not talk to her like they had once talked. It was still a pleasant conversation for the most part. But Kagome could tell Kikyou held something back. She would avoid certain topics, and change the subject if she did not like where the conversation was going. Especially when it meant revealing any sort of personal feelings or thoughts.

Kikyou finished the last bite of her apple pie before breaking the silence that had lingered between them since their final course was delivered.

"I want to go back to work at the hospital." Kikyou stated flatly.

Kagome looked up from her cherry cheesecake. She had not expected that comment. Kikyou had not been to the hospital since she was release after her surgery ten months ago It surprise Kagome that Kikyou sought her prior job considering how much of a hermit she had been and the pain Kikyou had endured since the accident.

"I have the job, under one required condition," Kikyou waited for Kagome to ask her what the condition was.

"What did the hospital tell you?" Kagome finally asked before placing the creamy, sweet substance in her mouth.

"I need a recommendation from a friend stating that I am able handle the stress of working as a nurse again. Will you make one for me?"

Kagome gulped down the piece of cake in her mouth half chewed. Could Kikyou handle working again? There was no doubt that it would do her some good. It would give her something to keep her mind off the depression that had sunk into her bones. But an objection remained in the back of Kagome's mind. Kikyou needed to be concentrating on healing her heart and soul. Nursing required a great deal of compassion; something Kikyou was greatly lacking these days. But nonetheless this is what Kikyou wanted, and it might be the key to unlocking the shell she closed herself in. Kagome was about to confess her approval when she quickly found that Kikyou had taken her silence negatively.

"You know what, if you have to think about it, NEVER mind," and with that Kikyou slammed her napkin on her bare plate and stormed away.

Kagome stared at the empty place her best friend had only just sat. She was impossible and IMPAITENT. Kagome could feel the anger start to boil in her blood. Kikyou needed a fucking reality check or a hard blow to the head. That's it! She would forcefully remove the pole up Kikyou's ass and beat the living shit out of her. So then she would have a reason to be such a bitch to her friends and husband.

"Fucking hell," Kagome muttered signaling to the waiter for the check, she shouldn't be getting so upset over Kikyou. She had to remember that Kikyou had been through something life changing and until her friend could overcome the ordeal, she was going to have to be the one who kept the patience and compassion.

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Koharu's looked up at the moving, metal doors as the elevator chimed. She watched her superior step somewhat gloomily into the room. The young secretary reached for Kagome's phone messages as she stood to greet the older female.

"Good Afternoon, how was lunch?"

Kagome stared at her employee for a moment until her thoughts caught up to what was going on around her. She had not even realized that she left the confined walls of the elevator.

Shaking her head a bit, she responded to the question, "As to be expected."

She took the stack of messages from Koharu and began shuffling through the bright colored sheets of paper.

"Ah, the elder Mr. Tama is in your office. He wishes to speak with you."

Kagome looked up, in slight confusion. It was a rare occasion for Sesshoumaru to pay a visit. If he desired something, he sent the message through Rin, Jaken, or another messenger. The reason for his presence must be of an serious nature.

"Thank you, Koharu," she said walking towards her office.

Just before she reached the entrance, Kagome turned to face her receptionist, catching the girl's attention.

"Please call Inuyasha and tell him…" Kagome waited until Koharu grabbed a pen and a pad of paper so she could shorthand the message, "please have him inform his wife that if she had waited long enough for me to speak, then I would have agreed to help her. Also if she still wishes for my help, I would be glad to write her recommendation. Inform Inuyasha that Kikyou will know what I am talking about."

"Will do, ma'am," Koharu sat in her chair and began immediately translating the scribble.

"Thank you." Kagome smiled before turning and entering her room.

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Kagome found Sesshoumaru standing the same spot Inuyasha had only earlier that morning. He had the same far away look, staring out into the blockade of buildings. He didn't acknowledge her presence when she entered, and she did not expect him too either.

"My apologies for making you wait."

Sesshoumaru turned his interest away from the window and towards Kagome, "It is not a problem."

She bowed her head out of respect for him. She was relieved that he was not angry. As emotionless as he is, he had a way of making many people feel as if they were nothing but a tiny speck of dirt beneath his feet. He had never made her feel like that, always he treated her with respect and held her in high standards.

Kagome walked over to her desk, setting her messages aside and placing her palm pilot in the open drawer before closing it. She was startled a bit when she looked up to find Sesshoumaru standing directly in front of her on the other side of the unorganized table.

"May I ask the purpose of your visit, Sesshoumaru?"

"You may," his cold voice answered.

Kagome stared at him with a clear look of annoyance.

Sesshoumaru mentally smirked at the flash of anger across her eyes. He loved irritating the hell out of her. He was always greeted with a fiery personality that he had come to admire about her. She would let no one talk down to her. She was not afraid to defend herself or those close to her. She spoke her mind, but knew when it was the appropriate time to do so. Yes, he respected her very much.

"Please tell me the reason you have graced us with your presence." She gritted through clenched teeth trying to keep her words within the boundaries of proper business etiquette.

"That was not a question, I gave you permission to ask why I came here." Sesshoumaru kept his words without emotion.

"Sesshoumaru…" Kagome's tone became threatening.

"However, I came to discuss Rin with you."

Immediately Kagome released her frustration and focused on the topic of her assistant.

"Rin is our best employee. What do you wish to speak about?"

She sat in her chair, motioning for Sesshoumaru to do the same in the chairs that rested behind him. He opted to stand.

"That she is, however, I have some…" he paused to find an the proper word, "concerns on her attachment to the Tenseiga corporation."

The perfect lie. Kagome did not need to know it was his growing attachment to the gorgeous, outgoing female that had caused his concerns. Even though the more he thought about it, the more he came to understand that Rin was developing an attraction to him. Possibly even instigating his dilemma. His goal was for Rin to be reassigned to an equally important project so she still got her promotion and he was granted a peaceful life again.

"She very loyal. I do not believe I have anything to fear, unless you plan on taking her from us." Kagome folded her arms across her chest, emphasizing the word 'taking'.

"I do not plan on taking her anywhere." He said equally emphasizing the same word.

"Then what seems to be the problem, Sesshoumaru?"

"I wish for someone else to take over Tessaiga's participation in Naraku's commission."

'Is she getting under your skin that much? Never thought I see the day, Sesshoumaru Tama running away from a challenge.' Kagome thought.

"Has she done something wrong?"

"No."

Rin would be devastated if she were taken away from Sesshoumaru. Kagome would not grant his wish unless he gave her a proper reason, which was nothing short of the truth.

"I do not understand, then why do you wish for her to be reassigned?"

Sesshoumaru stared at her impassively. She was not going to make it easy on him.

"I believe we have been spending too much time together."

Kagome gave him a patronizing look, "Oh so she is getting on your nerves?"

"In a manner of speaking."

'Bingo!' Kagome mentally cheered.

"Then perhaps a short break will do you two some good. What would you say to place the project on hold…say two weeks? Considering that you are ahead of schedule by that much and presentation is not for another three weeks."

"Very well." Sesshoumaru nodded his head in agreement, "I must be going now."

'You are going to miss her, and you know it,' she thought before speaking, "Thank you for stopping by. I will inform Rin of the situation at hand."

Sesshoumaru nodded again. Kagome stood when a placid knock pounded into the room.

"Come in."

Sesshoumaru turned and began moving to leave, quickly discovering himself face to face with the subject of conversation.

Rin beamed like the sun hanging in the clear blue sky, "What a pleasure it is too see you, Sesshoumaru."

"The same to you, Rin." Sesshoumaru responded in his normal facade.

"Rin," Kagome began walking towards the pair, "We have decided to postpone further progression of your project for about two weeks."

Rin lost composure for a second, expressing a face of disappoint. Kagome mentally sighed, feeling bad for making the decision without Rin's consent, she would have to speak with her on the matter later.

"May I ask why?" her voice was low and sad.

"We only have a few minor details to complete, they will only take a weeks time. Beside this time off will give me some time to take care of other matters that have been neglected."

"Oh…" Rin found something interesting on the floor.

"Sesshoumaru was just leaving, perhaps you could escort him out Rin." Kagome could not help the smile playing at her lips when Sesshoumaru's body tensed.

Rin was beaming once again, "Sesshoumaru?" she stepped aside waiting for him to take lead.

Knowing there was no way out of the current situation, he accepted his fate, "By all means, ladies first."

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Rin and Sesshoumaru did not speak as they stood in the small box that made its decent closer to the first floor. A few employees had gotten on for a short ride to lower levels then once again leaving the pair to their silence.

Just before the elevator chimed for the second floor, Rin stepped forward and pushed the stop button. She then spun around, her arms folded under her breast.

"Now tell me the real reason you came to see Kagome."

"I have already told you." He stared directly at her, trying to keep his gaze at her face.

"I don't buy it. I think there is another reason."

"Do explain your assumption."

"I think…" Rin smiled, seductively inching her way closer to Sesshoumaru, "I think you have a feeling right here," she gently placed her delicate fingers over his heart, looking up at him, "for me."

Sesshoumaru felt his mouth go dry from her closeness. Her hand touched his chest and it took all the control he possessed so he would not pull her closer and getting lost in her kiss. Kagura. He had to remember his commitment to her.

"You must be mistaken for I do not."

"No that is where you are wrong," her voice was just above a whisper as her body pressed firmly against his, "you are just afraid to admit it."

That must have struck a nerve for Rin was rapidly spun and pressed against the back wall of the small box. Sesshoumaru's arms held her tight against his body, his eyes blazed with some emotion, Rin had never seen expressed from him. He tilted his head closer to hers, increasing their contact and locking their orbs permanently together.

Rin could feel her body temperature rising as his warm breath brushed against her lips. He was so close to losing the control he prided himself with. It was only a short distance to lean up and finally be able to feel the softness of his lips. No. He was going to take that first step; he would be the one to lead them down that famous road that would lead them to happiness or destruction.

"Why would you say such a preposterous thing?" he hissed at her, feeling the blood rush to his pants.

"Because I feel it too," Rin reached up and stroked the side of his face.

She was one he wanted, the one that haunted him day and night. So easy to just end his torment now and take what he desired. It would be so easy to claim her as his own, so that no other man would dare look at her ever again. She would be his, his forever.

Sesshoumaru tilted his head lower, pressing her harder against the wall. Her breathing changed to short, excited pants as her heart pounded against her chest. He would end this now.

Rin licked her lips subconsciously in anticipation. His mouth moved in slow motion, closer and closer to her own. Just as slowly her eyelids fell closed, the feather light touch of his lips sent an electric volt through her petite body even after all the oxygen left her lungs.

"Its everything alright in there?" A deep male voice seeped out of the speaker in the ceiling, "The control room has indicated to us that someone had pressed the stop button some minutes ago."

'Damn it, Kohaku," Rin screamed in her mind after Sesshoumaru pulled away and let go of her, "Yes we are fine, thank you Kohaku. Sesshoumaru and I were just undergoing an exchange of different opinions."

"Oh Rin? Sorry to interrupt, we thought that maybe some staff members were engaging in inappropriate behavior again. I am resuming the elevator now." Kohaku's voice echoed off the walls, and dripped with awareness of what the pair might have been doing.

Rin paled as the box began to move again. She would have to glaze things over with Sango's younger brother before he jumped to conclusions. Glancing up at Sesshoumaru, she saw his guise look as it always did. Rin bit back a sigh as the elevator came to a stop, and Sesshoumaru walked out when the doors open, not so much as looking back at her.

'Fuck,' she thought, 'I will win, Sesshoumaru. You have proved to me that your resistance is about to shatter like glass. I won't be long before you discover you can't live without me, like I have found I can't live without you.'

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Again this is a Kagome/Inuyasha…Rin/Sesshoumaru story.

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