InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ The Price of Freedom ❯ The Unexpected ( Chapter 7 )

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Chapter 7

 

Sesshomaru sat in the chair listening to his father's advisor ranting on about the Naraku situation. That's what Shintu called it, a situation. Sesshomaru stopped listening twenty minutes ago, and his father looked like he was ready to explode. Shintu had suggested that they just return the girls and let Naraku disappear back into the woodwork. Sesshomaru saw the vein in his father's forehead starting to bulge out and decided he should interject.

 

“Shintu, my father and I have listened to what you have said and are thankful for your suggestions.” Rising he shook Shintu's hand and led him towards the door. “I think my father and I need to talk alone now, in order to come to a solution to our problem.” Opening the door, he waited for Shintu to leave.

 

Shintu acknowledged Sesshomaru with a bow, turned to Inutaisho, bowed, and left the room. When he was to the elevator, he heard the door shut.

 

Sesshomaru turned to his father, “That corporate ass-kissing, no good political son of a bitchin whoreson.”

 

Inutaisho chuckled at his son's choice of colorful words and watched Sesshomaru pace back and forth.

 

“I can't believe that asshole suggested that we hand them back to Naraku. Ya know, I never liked that bastard, and now I know why. Give them back. Hah! Over my dead body! That's the only way Naraku will get his hands on Rin.”

 

Rising Inutaisho walked towards his son. “What has gotten into you? I know you're in love with the girl, but you are too emotional.” Pausing he thought about what he had just said. “Jesus Sesshomaru. Did you hear what I just called you? Emotional. Never in a thousand years would I have ever thought I would use that word to describe you. Listen to me son,” Putting his hand on Sesshomaru's shoulder he made him look at him. “For years I heard people calling you `The Ice Prince'. They said you had a heart of stone. You were cold, and you could freeze a person just by looking at them. You put the fear of God into people, and you got things done that way. If you let people see you like this, over a woman, they will use it to their full advantage.” Walking towards his desk he sat. “I'm not telling you to stop loving this woman because that would be impossible. What I am telling you is that when you are near others who aren't members of our family, you must keep your emotions in check.” Picking up a glass of scotch he sipped. “If they find out that Rin is your weak point, they will try to hurt her to get to you. Remember that.”

 

Walking over to his father's desk, Sesshomaru picked up the phone, and punched in some numbers.

 

“Who are you calling Sesshomaru?”

 

He nodded his head to his father as the recipient of the call picked up. “Kouga, I have a job for you.”

 

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By the time Sesshomaru returned home that night everyone was fast asleep. He had found out some interesting facts about Naraku, and Shintu as well. All in all, it had been a rather productive day. However, he had yet to see Rin. It was too late to wake her, so he would just poke his head in and make sure she was ok.

 

He found out that the girls had been given their own rooms when he walked into their room and they weren't there. His mother had mentioned about having their own rooms set up before she left the house this morning. They had been moved to the second floor, that much he knew. Figuring his mother would place Rin directly below his room he opened the door.

 

He walked into Rin's room and knelt down beside her sleeping form. She looked so peaceful and relaxed, he hadn't the heart to wake her. Leaning over her, he kissed her forehead and smiled as she said his name. Her eyes slowly opened. Sleepily and softly she said his name again, “Sesshomaru.” His heart melted. She moved over to the other side of the bed to allow him room to sit.

 

He removed his shoes and took of his suit coat. Tossing the suit coat over a chair, he removed his tie and unbuttoned the top button of his shirt. He sat down on the bed and swung his legs up. Lying on his side he pulled Rin into his body, she was a perfect fit. Her head rested on his arm as his other arm wrapped around her. She rested her head in the crook of his neck as he breathed in her scent.

 

She inhaled his scent and let out a sigh of contentment. “I missed you today.”

 

“Not nearly as much as I missed you, now get some sleep.” He laid a kiss upon her head and closed his eyes. He knew he was making a mistake by sleeping with her. His bed would feel much too lonely when he went to it. He'd stay here until she fell asleep, and then he'd sneak off to his room.

 

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“They'll never know what hit them.” An evil laugh followed this statement.

 

“Keep your fucking voice down. They're demon's remember, they have like super fucking hearing and shit.” Pulling the device from his bag, he gently strapped it underneath the car. “Did you take care of InuYasha's car?”

 

“Yeah, that mutt isn't going anywhere in that car.”

 

“What about Miroku's?”

 

“Done.”

 

“Good. Don't worry about the old man's or his old lady's. Naraku wants their kids taken care of first.”

 

“Now explain to me again how you're gonna blow them up.”

 

Rolling his eyes he looked at his accomplice. “He always leaves for work at the same time everyday. It takes him 45 minutes to get there. I'm setting it to go off 40 minutes after he leaves. Then he goes boom. Get it?”

 

Renkotsu grinned, “You're a genius Bankotsu.”

 

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Izayoi had awaked early with plans of taking the girls shopping again. They had bought plenty of clothes yesterday, but today she wanted to get them things for their rooms. Each girl had her own personality and needed to express that. She would let them pick out the colors that they wanted their walls painted along with their bedclothes. Figuring the girls would still be sleeping, she decided to wake them so they could get an early start.

 

Not bothering to knock, she opened the door to Rin's room, stopping in the doorway at the sight before her. Rin was under her blankets, Sesshomaru on top of them, and she was wrapped in his arms. The most amazing thing about the whole situation was the fact that Sesshomaru had not woke up when she opened the door. Deciding to let them sleep, she closed the door and walked down the hall with a smile on her face. So they'd get a later start than she wanted, it would be worth it.

 

Breakfast was being served. Sesshomaru and Rin had yet to make an appearance and Inutaisho was starting to get annoyed. Kagome and Sango were talking about all the clothes they bought yesterday and couldn't wait to show the boys their new outfits. InuYasha and Miroku pretended they were interested in what the girls were talking about.

 

Izayoi just smiled. The boys weren't interested in their clothing now, but when they saw them at the ball they were holding tomorrow, they would be. Chuckling to herself, she thought of the expressions on their faces when they found out what the girls would be wearing under their gowns. So she wasn't quite as old fashioned as her sons thought. She wanted grandchildren and she wasn't getting any younger. She had no doubt in her mind. These were the girls that her sons would marry. So she would help things along a little by helping the girls show their beauty more. Once the boys saw the lingerie the girls had picked, there would be wedding bells chiming faster than the boys could undress their girl.

 

Inutaisho saw the look in his wife's eyes. He also caught the evil laugh she tried to hide and wondered what she had up her sleeves. No doubt it had something to do with marrying the boys off as quickly as possible. He caught Izayoi's attention and gave her a knowing look. She blushed and took a sip from her juice.

 

Looking down at his watch he realized that he and Sesshomaru would be late for work if they didn't hurry. “Where in the hell is that boy. We're gonna be late if he doesn't hurry up.” Inutaisho stood and walked past his wife to go in search of his son.

 

“Let him be dear. Sesshomaru hasn't taken a day off in over 5 years. You go yourself. I'm sure you're more than capable of handling things without him for one day.”

 

Looking down at his wife, he saw she was hiding something. He leaned down and whispered into her ear. “What do you know that you aren't telling me?”

 

“Absolutely nothing. Now, have a good day at work and don't forget about the ball tomorrow night. I took your tux to the cleaners, so you should swing by and pick it up before you come home tonight.” Seeing the dread of having to wear a tux in his eyes she added, “And don't you dare try anything foolish either. I will go out and buy you a new one if you do try something.”

 

As he walked away he heard Kagome asking about the ball. He was just getting ready to walk out the door when he remembered the report that Sesshomaru was working on last night. If he didn't get the report from him, he wouldn't accomplish anything at work today. He walked past the dining room and heard the girls squealing about getting to wear their new gowns.

 

Knocking on Sesshomaru's door he opened it. Nothing. His bed didn't even look slept in. He walked into his office, but he wasn't there either. Understanding dawned on him. There was a reason Izayoi wanted Sesshomaru left alone. Rin wasn't at breakfast either.

 

Damn Sesshomaru. I need that stupid report and you spent all night frolicking in bed with a woman. I thought you had more respect for Rin than that.

 

He went down to the second floor and opened Rin's door. To say he was shocked would be putting it mildly. There they were, in bed, fully clothed, sleeping. Sesshomaru was still wearing his clothes from yesterday lying on top of the covers, and Rin was underneath them in her night clothes. He smiled to himself. His son was so far gone. He shut the door quietly and decided he could get the report later. For now, he'd let Sesshomaru sleep.

 

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The door clicking shut brought him out of his sleep. He felt warmth beside him and smiled as he realized it was Rin. He had fallen asleep with her in his arms. It was the most peaceful sleep he had ever had. He moved slightly, and she cuddled up tight against him. He wondered how she would react if he asked her to sleep in his room from now on. He knew she would be frightened at first, but all he would have to do is remind her of last night. Nothing would happen between them until she wanted it to. It might kill him to wait until she was ready, but for her he would wait. He would ask her to be his mate at the ball his mother was having tomorrow night. All he had to do was set the scene for after the party.

 

Rin's eyes slowly fluttered open. She became aware of her body pressed tight against his. He had slept with her all night. She had felt safe in his arms and hadn't had one nightmare. A girl could get used to his body close to hers in the night.

 

“Good morning Rin.” He laid a kiss gently on her head and waited for her reply.

 

She snuggled closer to him and sighed in contentment. “That's the best nights sleep I've ever had.”

 

He smirked, “Well, that makes two of us then. I can't remember ever sleeping that much in one night.” Sitting up slowly, he took her hand. “Come on, we better get down to breakfast. I'm gonna go change, and come back for you. We'll go down together.”

 

Rin sat up in bed and pulled her knees up to her chest. Smiling at him, she nodded her head.

 

He meant to turn and walk away. Just gather his things and go, but he couldn't. He plopped down on the bed and pulled her on top of him. She giggled when he settled her on his chest. For a moment, he did nothing but look at her. He brushed a strand of hair from her face and looked into her eyes. He thought about asking her now, and then thought it best to wait. Instead he pulled her towards him for a kiss. Soft and gentle, he didn't want to scare her. He also didn't want it to turn into a firestorm either. Ending the kiss, he reversed their position.

 

Giggling as he nuzzled against her neck, her heart was bursting inside for the love she felt for him. She had heard some people talking yesterday when they had been shopping. After Izayoi had turned her back to leave, she had overheard some of the woman that worked in the stores say that they couldn't believe a woman as nice and friendly as Izayoi could have a son like Sesshomaru. They had called him the “Ice Prince”, and had said that he had a cold heart.

 

How the man in front of her could have a cold heart she had no idea. This man was warm, caring, giving, and loving. He had freed her and her friends with no thought of what he would get in return. Obviously the people who said these things about him didn't know him.

 

A knock on the door had him growling. “Go away!”

 

The door opened and Izayoi walked in. “Now, is that anyway to talk to your mother young man?”

 

“You're not my mother.” He landed on the floor with a thud. “Ouch! Rin, what'd ya do that for?”

 

“That was very mean of you. Apologize to your mother.” Crossing her arms she stared down at him.

 

He looked at Rin, and then to his mother. He saw the laughter in his mother's eyes. Then he looked at Rin again. Man he was so far gone. “I'm sorry for being mean mother.” Looking at Rin he pouted. “Happy now?”

 

“Yes I am.” She said with a smile of accomplishment on her face.

 

“Ignore him Rin. He's always grumpy first thing in the morning. Always has been, always will be. I learned along time ago to just ignore him for a good half hour after he wakes up.” Walking over to him, she kissed his cheek. “Good morning Sesshy.”

 

He smiled in spite of himself, “Good morning mom.”

 

“Sesshy?” Rin asked looking at them with a smile plastered on her face.

 

“Never mind that.” He looked back to his mother. “What do you mean first thing in the morning? For all you know, I've been up for hours.”

Rin realized what Sesshomaru was getting at. His mother knew that he had stayed the night in her room. Oh man, this was bad.

 

“You'd think with you having a good nights sleep you wouldn't be so cranky this morning, but then again, it's your nature.” Walking over to the chair by Rin's bed she picked up a robe. “Here dear, put this on and get out of bed so I can strip these sheets. We're clearing out this room so you and I can redecorate it for you.”

 

“Wait a minute. How do you know I had a good nights sleep and what do you mean redecorate? This room was just redone a month ago! You're gonna change it again?” Walking over he sat down on the bed so his mother would have no choice but to answer him.

 

Glaring at him Izayoi spoke. “Well, to answer your first question, when I came in to wake Rin this morning, you didn't even hear me open the door. You two looked so peaceful, I decided to let you sleep.” She saw the blush creeping into Rin's face, and the smirk on Sesshomaru's face. “You wipe that smirk off your face right now young man. I also covered for you with your father seeing as though you missed breakfast. By the way, you have the day off. Now get off the bed so I can strip it.” She pulled on the blanket, but he didn't move.

 

“You still haven't answered my other question. Why are you redecorating this room again?” He grabbed Rin by the waist and pulled her onto the bed and into his lap.

 

She sighed realizing that he wasn't moving anytime soon. Sitting down in the chair beside the bed she answered him. “This is Rin's room now Sesshy. I figured that it would be nice if her room reflects who she is. In order to do that, Rin and I must go shopping to buy the things she wants, such as the bed clothes, curtains, dressers, and even the paint on the walls. She'll get to pick everything that will go in here.”

 

Rin smiled at the thought. A room of her very own, plus she could pick everything that went in it. This was going to be one of the best days ever. Before she could say anything Sesshomaru spoke.

 

“If you want to redecorate a room for Rin, then you need to redecorate my room.”

 

“What are you talking about?” Rin asked with a slight bit of shock and fear in her voice.

 

Izayoi said nothing while she waited for Sesshomaru's answer. She already knew what he meant. Now it was her turn to smirk. “I'll leave you two alone to talk.” Shutting the door behind her she knelt down and put here ear to the door. She wasn't going to miss this.

 

“What do you mean redecorate your room?” Rin asked again. Was he saying what she thought he was saying?

 

Standing he ran his hand over his face. This wasn't going how he wanted it to. “Listen Rin, I was going to ask you this later on today but seeing as though my mother had other ideas…” He would have finished, but he knew his mother was outside the door listening. Walking over to the door, he pulled it open and looked down at her.

 

“Alright, alright, I'm going.” Izayoi stood and brushed herself off. Under her breath she said, “Good luck grouchy,” and walked away.

 

When he was sure she was gone this time, he shut the door and walked over to Rin. “As I was saying,” He paused for a moment to think how he should ask her, but then decided to dive head first into it. “Rin, I want you to move into my room. Now, before you say no, hear me out. First off, I haven't slept worth a damn since I met you. I've been too worried about you to sleep more than five minutes at a time. Last night I slept better than I ever have in my entire life. The reason being, because I was next to you and I knew nothing would happen to you with me there. If you don't feel comfortable sleeping by me, you can have my bed and I'll sleep on the floor. I want you in the same room as me. I can protect you better that way.”

 

Rin thought she heard more in his voice than just wanting to protect her, but she couldn't say yes unless she knew. “Is that the only reason? So you can protect me better?”

 

He heard the hurt in her voice. He knew she was worried about him making decisions based on the fact that he wanted to protect her from Naraku. He wasn't going to give everything away just yet. Tomorrow night would be the night for that, but for now, he could tell her part of the truth.

 

“My bed would feel empty without you beside me Rin. I don't think I'll be able to sleep alone again.”

 

It wasn't the answer she wanted to hear, exactly. But for now, it was enough. “Shouldn't you clear it with your parents first? I mean, I will, but I don't want them to be mad at me or anything.”

 

He jumped onto the bed and pulled her on top of him. “They'll get over it.” He said and kissed her.

 

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InuYasha and Miroku decided to take Sango and Kagome out for the day. They piled into InuYasha's car. It was a little crowded with all four of them, but they managed to fit ok with Sango and Kagome in the backseat. InuYasha turned the key, nothing. He tried again, but the car still wouldn't start. “Son of a bitch! I just got her back from the garage and already there's something wrong with her.” He got out of the car and went around to the hood. Miroku and the girls followed his lead and got out of the car.

 

“What do you think you're going to accomplish InuYasha?” Miroku asked as InuYasha looked at the engine.

 

“What's that supposed to mean monk?” InuYasha turned his head towards Miroku and scowled at him.

 

Miroku moved behind Sango. “You wouldn't know the difference between a muffler and a carburetor.”

 

“Why don't you come out from behind Sango and say that to my face!” InuYasha's ears started to twitch.

 

“I'm fine right where I am thank you.”

 

Sango felt a hand on her bottom. She grabbed Miroku by the arm and flipped him onto his back. She turned her back on him and went to stand by Kagome. “Pervert.”

 

InuYasha knelt down beside him with a smirk on his face. “Will you never learn?” InuYasha stood as he heard Sesshomaru and Rin walking towards the garage. “Come on, we'll hitch a ride with them.”

 

Rin saw her friends walking out of the garage and waved. “Hi guys. Whacha doin?”

 

“We were going to go to the park, but InuYasha's car won't start.” Kagome stood beside Rin and noticed that Rin looked very refreshed and relaxed.

 

“Really? Sesshomaru's taking me to the park too.” Rin looked up at Sesshomaru and smiled.

 

“Can we catch a ride with ya Fluffy?” InuYasha looked at his brother and saw annoyance cross his face.

 

“I told you not to call me that.” He looked at Rin who had a smile on her face. He looked back at his brother. “Get in, but I'm not driving you all over town.”

 

Rin squealed with delight and kissed his cheek. The others went back into the garage to get their things out of InuYasha's car. Rin started walking towards Sesshomaru's Explorer when he caught a strange scent on the wind. It smelled like, oh shit! “Rin no!” Sesshomaru grabbed Rin by the waist and pulled her to the ground underneath him just a few feet from the explorer right before it exploded.

 

The rest of the group came running out of the garage. “Rin!” Kagome screamed. InuYasha and Miroku ran over to where Sesshomaru lay. Dragging Sesshomaru and Rin away from the burning car, they told the girls to go get help. Kagome and Sango ran towards the house as Izayoi and the rest of the house staff was running out.

 

“What happened?” Izayoi said with fear in her voice.

 

“Sesshomaru and Rin, he saved her.” Kagome could say no more as tears fell down her face. Izayoi wrapped her in her arms and looked at Sango, “What happened?”

 

Sango was shook up as well but managed to tell her. “His car exploded.”

 

Izayoi ran down the driveway and into the yard where Sesshomaru and Rin lay, while InuYasha and Miroku tried to wake them.

 

She knelt beside Sesshomaru and looked at InuYasha. “Are they…” She couldn't even finish the sentence.

 

InuYasha shook his head no. “No, but we should get them to a doctor. He shielded Rin with his body. She must have bumped her head when they fell. She doesn't even have a scratch on her. Sesshomaru's back is all torn up though.”

 

Miroku stood. “Let's get them into the house and call the doctor. We need to call Master Inutaisho and let him know what's happened.”

 

“I don't think we need to Miroku, dad just pulled in.” He turned to his mother who was now between Sesshomaru and Rin praying.

 

“Izayoi! Izayoi!” Inutaisho ran over to his wife and took her in his arms. “What happened?” He asked InuYasha.

 

InuYasha pointed towards Sesshomaru's burning Explorer. “That's what's left of Sesshomaru's Explorer.”

 

Rage so intense poured into Inutaisho's body. He could feel his blood pulsing through his veins, as hot as molten lava. He released Izayoi from his arms. “Get the girls inside and call a doctor. InuYasha, help me get Rin and Sesshomaru inside.”

 

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The doctor came out of Sesshomaru's room. She walked towards the group that was sitting and standing in the hallway. Inutaisho was the first to speak, “How are they Kaede?”

 

“They will be fine. Rin had a bump on her head, so I want you to keep an eye on her for any signs of confusion or disorientation. She does have a minor concussion. Sesshomaru on the other hand was a pain as usual. I picked some metal fragments out of his back. It will heal in no time. I gave him something to make him sleep because he was ready to murder a man by the name of Naraku.” She sat down in a chair beside Izayoi. “They were both very lucky. From what I saw of Sesshomaru's back, had that been Rin's body, she surely would have died. He saved her life.”

 

Izayoi started crying again. This time, they were tears of relief, knowing that both Sesshomaru and Rin would be alright. “Thank you Kaede.”

 

“No need to thank me. Ye best keep an eye on that son of yours though. That boy has a temper on him and when he wakes up, he will be even more unpleasant.” She handed Izayoi some medicinal herbs, antibiotics, pain pills, and bandages. She gave her instructions on what to do and what to expect from Rin's concussion.

 

“I shall be leaving now. If there is anything else ye need, just call me. I'll show myself out.”

 

InuYasha had been holding Kagome the whole time. Kagome had stopped crying once Kaede had told them things would be ok. He stood up and took Kagome's hand. “Come on.” He started to walk away when his father stopped him.

 

“Where are you going?” Inutaisho bellowed.

 

“I was gonna take Kagome to my room so she could sleep.” He stood between Kagome and his father.

 

“You're taking her to the dojo.” He looked at Miroku and Sango who were standing beside InuYasha. “I want the four of you in the dojo in twenty minutes. Girls your training will start today.”

 

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When Sesshomaru heard the door shut, he got off of the couch and went to sit beside Rin on his bed.

 

Feeling someone beside her she opened her eyes. “Sesshomaru.” She sat up.

 

He pulled her close to him. “I'm sorry. I'm so sorry. I thought I'd lost you. God Rin. When I realized there was a bomb… I saw you… and I… if I hadn't gotten to you in time…” he couldn't even finish. Thinking about how he almost lost her made all words stick in his throat.

 

Rin wrapped her arms around him. He held onto her for dear life. She felt him trembling, and then felt his tears on her chest. “You saved me. You risked your life for mine. I doesn't matter what could have happened because it didn't happen. I love you Sesshomaru.”

 

He released her from his embrace and took her hands in his. Looking into her eyes he saw his future. “I love you too Rin.” He touched his hand to her cheek and touched his lips to hers. Slowly pulling away, he rested his forehead against hers. “Rin, I have to ask you. I can't wait another minute because I don't know what could happen in that small amount of time.” Looking deep into her eyes he asked her a question he had once thought impossible for him. “Will you be my mate?”

 

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