Disclaimer: I still don't own Inu-Yasha.

A.N.: Well here is the next chapter to Simple Words. I hope you enjoy it! Thank you to all who reviewed!

Simple Words

By Golden Fire Goddess

Chapter 2 - Finding Hiding Spots Is Fun

The small group entered a luxurious study. Accounting books, computer books, and other book of reference lined the walls. Comfortable sitting chairs were placed around the room in various positions. Beautiful rugs layered the floor, the fireplace empty, Sunlight filtered through the bay window giving the room a brighter look despite the mood. A large garden could be seen through the window and the scent of the flowers wafted through the screens.

A tall, slender man was sitting behind a desk with a woman and a child stood beside him.

"Hello younger brother, what can I help you with this time?" Sessho-maru inquired as the group found seats.

"We need your help finding out some information, and find a way to get rid of Kikyo." Inu-Yasha explained quickly.  Sessho-maru raised an eyebrow in a signal that said quite plainly,' explain.' Inu-Yasha sighed and explained the whole situation to his brother.

When he finished, he found that his brother wasn't looking at him anymore, but was looking at his desk, the beginnings of a frown showing on his face. It was a while before any of them spoke.

"Well, I guess we should get to work. Jaken, find out as much as possible about this supposed son, that Kikyo claims Inu-Yasha is the father of." Sessho-maru ordered in a grave voice. Jaken in turn rushed out of the room in order to start his assignment.  Sessho-maru turned back to face his brother," Well, now you'll have to stay away from all of your normal hangout spots (couldn't figure out what to call it) in order to stay away from Kikyo in case this gets messy. Any place in mind?"  Sessho-maru told the silent group.

The group just remained silent, thinking of a place where they could hide out and not be found by Kikyo, who seemed to be able to find them like she had the nose of a dog.

"What about our retreat in the mountains?" Rin piped up, making everyone else in the room to jump. Reiko and Shippo start to laugh at the startled adults. The rest of the group and Sessho-maru considered this suggestion for a few minutes.

"Not a bad idea, my dear. You all may use the mountain retreat for your hide away. But, you must be careful to tell only those who will need to know in case of an emergency." Sessho-maru finally said. Inu-Yasha looked at his brother uncertainly. Realization dug in: his brother was actually helping him and there were no rude comments to go with it! 'I'll probably pay for this later on though.' He thought to himself.

The mood in the room lightened considerably. The women were talking amongst themselves. The children were playing on the floor. The men were talking about business. {Gee this set looks familiar}

"You will need to pack three times as much as you usually do when you go out on these little nature walks of yours." Sessho-maru ordered Inu-Yasha and Miroku.

"Don't worry; I think the girls will pack enough to clothe two armies. Or to shop for that amount." Miroku grinned, looking at Inu-Yasha. Sess frowned at this statement, but decided not to give any comment on it, being the oldest and supposedly the most mature.

End A.N.: Well, I know this is a very short chapter. But I want to know…does anyone want anything to happen between K/I and M/S? Please review your thoughts on this chapter and please tell me what you want to happen! Thanx!