InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ To Choose Another Life ❯ Rediscovered Love ( Chapter 8 )

Demoness: You never thought this day would come did you? I am infinitely sorry for how long this has taken me to write and post. It was not my intention to let it drag on for over a year, but I contended with my senior year in high school and I am now in college, trying to keep up with everything. Be sure that I have not abandoned this story and that updated might be a little slow, but they will happen.

There is also a LEMON in this chapter. It's pretty obvious to see where it is and if you don't like it…then don't read it!

 

Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha or the character Nezumi, but the rest of the orgininal characters appearing in this story are of my own creation and I will hunt you down if I find them used anywhere without my permission. Have a nice day.
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Chapter Eight: Rediscovered Love

 

`What did she say?'

 

Sesshoumaru stared at Rin, frozen to the depths of his soul. Surely his hearing was tricking him. He forced his pride to the side and gathered strength to do so. “Rin, did I hear you correctly? You said you would not forgive this Sesshoumaru?” he questioned, his voice remaining calm and steady although his heart thundered in his chest

 

Rin nodded, while a smirk slowly formed on her face. “Yes, you heard correctly, Sesshoumaru. I can never forgive you…for making me drop the apple I was graciously given.”

 

She gently bent down and retrieved the forgotten apple a second time. Standing back up, she faced him with a small, tender smile. “I have already forgiven everything else. It would not be right if I held our combined foolishness against you,” she explained as she distractedly polished the apple in her hands.

 

The stoic taiyoukai felt relief wash over him at her words. He reached out a clawed hand towards her, but suddenly found himself holding Rin's small frame in his arms due to the force of the push he received. He lifted his head and gave the trees a glare that would ensure death later on. They paid no heed to his silent threat and merrily shook with laughter, raining apples down on the pair.

 

Sesshoumaru was pulled from his murderous plans as Rin covered his sensitive ears with the hands. “Forgive me for this,” she explained then turned her head to the side, leaving the Taiyoukai to stare at her in confusion.

 

“Your help in this matter is neither wanted, nor is it needed!” she commanded to the youkai population at large. “And if you decided to interfere again I will personally see to it that Iyasu is put in charge of your pruning and care instead of Kyogo!”

 

Sesshoumaru agreed as well. He knew Iyasu held no qualms about chopping of limbs at will unlike the head groundskeeper. The only things that Iyasu took gentle care of were her herbal plants and her daughter, and in response to her threat, the trees quieted immediately.

 

When Sesshoumaru decided it was safe, he reached up and gently pulled Rin's hands away from his ears, earning her attention. “Well done, Rin.”

 

That simple praise made her smile. “Thank you, Sesshoumaru. I do try.”

 

The Western Taiyoukai could barely hide the smirk that threatened to appear at the subtlety of her boastful words. Now he knew she felt at ease because she wasn't shy about being to bold. She had adapted to her life better than most would have over the course of the years. Now he saw a confident woman standing before him, instead of the little girl who used to run to his rooms because she was frightened by the thunderstorms.

 

After silent filled moments, Sesshoumaru realized he had not yet released her hands, but also discovered that he did not wish to let them go; he never wanted to let any part of her go.

 

That small revelation nearly bowled him over. He had been such simpleton to have never noticed any of this before. Over the years his feeling had changed for the orphaned girl. Oh, he would never actually admit it, but he allowed himself the small concession of this vital unearthing.

 

He looked up into the vast sky above, and caught sight of the full moon looming over head. On these nights he loved to simply bask in the pale light while venturing through the garden.

 

His mind came to a screeching halt.

 

He glanced over his shoulder at the garden path and then back at Rin who had averted her gaze from his. Immediately, an idea took shape. Freeing her hands, the Taiyoukai took a step back and to the side, offering his arm instead with a simple request. “Rin, would you care to accompany me on a walk through the garden?” he inquired softly.

 

Rin jerked slightly at his softly spoken request. Warm brown eyes turned to meet his questioning ones as she gently took his arm. She couldn't fight the smile that shown on her face as she answered him, “I would very much like to accompany you on a night such as this, Sesshoumaru.”

 

And with a small receiving nod from him, they began their stroll, unaware of their ever vigilant watchdogs.

 

~*~

 

“SUCCESS!”

 

With the amount of noise that was emanating from the Western General's balcony, it was an absolute miracle that the rest of the palace wasn't awoken, but the euphoric cheers wouldn't be contained seeing as celebrations were well under way.

 

“I told you! Things had to work out and peace would finally reign once again. It just decided to take its sweet time in getting its ass back to the palace,” came the triumphant sound shout from Hakunetsu.

 

“This is amazing,” Nezumi started. “I'm so happy for them. Now they can finally be together.” It was rare to catch a full smile on the dark spy, but now it seemed as though it would never disappear.

 

A tremendous weight had been lifted and now both were reveling in the new freedom it brought. Nezumi innocently twirled around in small circles while Hakunetsu watched the new couple disappear from site into the hidden depths of the garden.

 

“This is how it's supposed to be,” he mused, “Those two are supposed to be together, and now they will be.” He grinned the tiniest bit and went to turn back to his top spy.

 

Lucky for him, he turned just in time to catch her as she jumped into his arms, hugging him as though they had been apart for years. Startled, it took the General a moment to respond, as he too wrapped his arms around her small frame, holding her to him. She weighed nothing in his arms and he couldn't help but notice how warm her body was. Her curves fit his like a perfect jigsaw puzzle and a part of him couldn't help wondering why he had never realized before.

 

Still dazed from the sudden contact, Hakunetsu took a hand and tilted her chin up, so he could place a ghost of a kiss on her ruby red lips. He went to pull back when she stopped him, placing her hand on the back of his neck. Slowly, his glazed golden eyes opened to meet her half-lidded crimson ones. Closing his eyes, he leaned back in and kissed her. He tenderly caressed her lips, feeling her pulse race underneath his finger tips on her neck.

 

Time stopped in this one moment as both let down their guards. While, they had tried to deny their attraction for one another, in the end it simply could not be helped. Now fate had set its eyes on this young couple, determined to let them experience the full rewards of what was to come.

 

~*~

 

The garden was alive, curiously watching events unfold. Fireflies danced on the night wind, shining brightly as if to light a path. A comforting path, meant to guide those who are lost through life's turmoil. The crickets lowered their musical chirping to a whisper as if to herald the coming of the Taiyoukai and Colonel.

 

Since embarking on this hesitant journey, the pair had no spoken word. Neither knew if they should speak, or even what to say. They had touched on the vital subject earlier, but now it seemed as if that moment was just to become another memory.

 

Rin still held her Lord's arm, but her other hand was bunched in the fabric of the elaborate kimono she wore. Normally she wouldn't have minded the silence, but now it felt heavy and oppressing. She had never been alone with Sesshoumaru in such a manner before. Yes, they had spent time alone, but it was always discussing strategies for an upcoming battle, or reviewing the latest political shifts of power in neighboring territories.

 

Rin bent her head slightly, refraining from letting out a pent up sigh. `If only there was something that could break the silence.'

 

Sesshoumaru kept an even pace by Rin's side, bidding his time before they reached their true destination. This particular garden was off limits save for those with special permission. Though its construction appeared to be simple in nature, there were numerous secret to he held within its sculptured walls. Hakunetsu had knowledge of only a small portion of them for security reasons and the fact that he done enough snooping to discover some of them, but only the Taiyoukai himself knew all of them. He planned on letting Rin into a concealed part of his life that no one had seen and this garden would serve as a gateway unbeknownst to her.

 

Of course he sensed her current unease at their present situation. Her hand clutched his ever so slightly, but it was enough for a youkai like him. Though, he would let her keep her dignity and say nothing. `So my little colonel is actually letting her guard down on this occasion.' He mentally shook his head, recalling moments in the past.

 

Yes, she appeared to be perfectly in control at all times, never showing weakness, but there were times when even she would abandon her defenses. He had observed her in the twilight of battle, he armor streaked with blood, her face smeared with dirt, and her hair a tangled web, matted with blood of both sides. Her eyes were glazed as she relieved the numerous reports on the increasing numbers of deceased and wounded. When the final total was reached, she and the rest of the officers, he included, would see to the proper burial rights.

 

They stood in solemn silence as the pyres were lit, burning away the physical bodies of their comrades into the night air. Even after the rest of the officers had left, Rin would remain standing there until the last ember had died, but her heart was still burdened. He watched from afar as she locked herself away in her quarters as crystalline tears spilled down her cheeks. She wept for all of the soldiers and the families that they would never again return to, knowing fair well that her tears would have been of little consolation.

 

Sesshoumaru stood silent, experiencing the rolling waves of emotions, He would never say a word, but he would always be there as an invisible, just as he was now walking by her side. He no longer looked upon her as an inferior being that wasn't worth his time. Instead, she was his equal in so many ways and even his superior in others. Unbeknownst to her, she held the long-lived heart of the Taiyoukai. He trusted her enough to keep it in safe keeping, finally ready to let himself live again.

 

His golden gaze looked down upon her with a warmth that few had the luxury to experience He tenderly turned his hand palm up to hold her delicate on in his. Chocolate brown eyes rose to meet his with a sweet smile. He looked away and down the rest of the path. `I was wrong, Father. I was arrogant and foolish to condemn the love between a youkai and a ningen, but now I see this relationship is one of the most natural,' he silently admitted to his Father's ever watchful spirit.

 

Not soon enough, the stone pathway gave way to and orchid covered awning which invited only those it chose. The couple passed underneath, Rin's eyes widening at the sight before her. “Sesshoumaru where are we?”

 

~*~

 

“Sesshoumaru, you are beyond infuriating!”

 

The low growl resounded through out the small space, announcing the extreme displeasure of the main orchestrator of the evening. “Pull the proverbial cork out of your mouth and ask her already,” fumed the silver eyed watcher.

 

Perched on top of one of the garden's main fountains sat Shinsei who was irritated beyond all belief. The Ketsueki youkai was half tempted to stalk over to the pair, but she, herself, was currently under surveillance, threatened with pain of death if she attempted her murderous plans. If only she could somehow kick Sesshoumaru in the ass…

 

“Shinsei, I'm ashamed of you. You most of all should know that privilege belongs to only Rin,” came a taunting voice right next to her ear. Her precarious position gave way as her heart spiked out of horrified shock. She unceremoniously tumbled from the statue straight into the waiting water below. Boisterous laughing filled the small garden section as she came up from her watery punishment. Clearing the water from her eyes, the demoness came face to face with a pair of sunset eyes, covered partially by forest colored hair.

 

“Did you enjoy your swim? Though, I honestly can't understand why you wanted to go swimming at this time of night.” Mangetsu bent down so he could see her properly, grinning like the Cheshire cat. He thoroughly loved tormenting Shinsei since she normally gave the best reactions to his teasing.

 

Her silver eyes narrowed sharply, knuckles going white with tension. `Of course... who the hell else would it be?' She sloshed around in the water, pulling the heavy fabric of her clothing out of the water along with her body. Water pooled on the ground as she stood there ringing out her hair. “The only thing that is saving your ass at this moment is the fact that it would unfair to beat you to within an inch of your life. I don't like unfair fights,” she snapped at him, throwing the heavy mass of hair over her shoulder.

 

Shinsei literally looked like a drown rat. He clothing clung to every part of her body, weighing her down. The thick fabric no longer held any of its earlier ease. Now it just felt like finely sculpted lead. With a huff she began removing the numerous pieces, laying them on the lip of the fountain. Soon her skirt, top and boots had joined the growing pile, leaving her in only a see through chemise. Not being one for modesty, Shinsei turned to face her tormentor with a finely placed smile. Shock value to Shinsei was priceless.

 

Mangetsu could only watch in utter fascination as the articles of clothing left her exquisite figure. His eyes remain glued and forwent what public etiquette called for in these types of situations. His mouth agape, he continued staring at the object of many restless nights. All he had seen in his dreams was her smiling face…though she wasn't always smiling. `Usually she's screaming in pleasure, but that's beside the point.'

 

And when she turned to face him, he nearly died on the spot in ecstasy. “I'm in heaven…”

 

Silence reigned after that statement until Shinsei's mouth kicked up in a crooked grin. “Really? Heaven? It's going to be more like hell when I get through with you. Doesn't that small brain of yours know anything of proper manners, or only sex?” She flicked her eyes downward then up again to meet his. “Though, I can see that your brain down south doesn't, but try just this once to be a gentleman.”

 

Mangetsu matched her grin, closing the distance between them. Untying his haori, he removed it and placed it over her shoulders, loosely wrapping it around her. “Sometimes both of my brains don't exactly connect in the proper way, but I can over rule the one down south for your sake,” he explained rubbing her upper arms gently.

 

All the demoness could do was let out a small sigh and shake her head as she sat down on the fountain ledge. She hadn't been that bold in years, nor did she ever think she would be again. Part of her wanted to believe that her twin was right, but yet her heart still thudded in pain when she though of her lost family. She looked at her friend with a small smile trying to continue the conversation. “What brings you out this late at night? I would have though you'd have retired for the evening,” she commented.

 

He sat down next to her, stretching out his wings behind him. “I had a feeling that things were happening around the castle and I wanted to see if my assumption was correct. Apparently it was.” He offered a small smile. “But I am curious as to why you were spying the Lord and Lady of the Western Lands.”

 

“Oh, so you were mind walking again were you? You should be careful while doing that. One of these days I'm afraid you'll go, but won't come back,” she admitted quietly.

 

He mulled over that statement for a few moments, before wrapping an arm around her. “You should have faith that I will always return. I'm not ready to leave this world or the people in it, least of all one of my good friends who I accidentally pushed into a fountain,” he explained, actually looking ashamed at the last part.

 

She shrugged and smiled slightly. “I needed a dowsing before I did something rash.”

 

The demoness looked to roof to find her brother gazing longingly at the sky. She would heed his advice for now and begin to live her life again. She turned to face her companion. “Mangetsu, would you like to stay with me a while longer. I could use the company.”

 

He nodded slowly, reaching up to cup her cheek. “I would like that very much.”

 

They sat there in comfortable silence while longer before Mangetsu spoke up. “What do you think Rin's reaction will be when she learns why you put her into that kimono?”

 

~*~

 

Sesshoumaru actually allowed himself a small smile as Rin moved around the inner sanctuary of the garden. She was again the wide eyed child that had followed him on his travels for years. “I'm glad you find it acceptable, Rin.”

 

She turned to him with look that clearly said he was crazy. “This is more than just acceptable. This place is absolutely breathtaking!” she whispered, staring at all of the flowers lining the walls, ground, and even winding up the trees on vines. The part that took her breath away was that all of the flowers were different kinds of daisies, her favorite flower. She let herself twirl in the midst of all the falling petals. “I've never seen anything like this in my whole life.”

 

She stopped and turned to Sesshoumaru, a question lingering on her lips. “I never knew this existed inside, how come?”

 

His golden eyes sparkled with untold secrets as he moved through the flowers, not disturbing a single one. Moving over to a nearly by tree, he cleared off an area to reveal a single swing that remained untouched even out in the open. “Would you?” he said motioning to the swing.

 

She nodded and padded over, cautiously sitting down on the smooth wood. Soon, after Sesshoumaru continued speaking. “When my Father and Mother were just mated, he had this garden constructed especially for her. It was a place where she could escape the stresses of court, and a place where they both wouldn't be disturbed. It was their solace from the outside world. Since she left this world, parts were sealed off to prevent tampering with, but I wanted to bring you here tonight.” He explained softly.

 

He moved from her back to stand in front, taking a knee. The Taiyoukai watched as her thoughts played out in her mind, ghostly showing on her face. “But why would you bring me here? I'm just an army officer and a human at that,” she asked of him.

 

He only looked at her with a stoic façade that was fading quickly. “Rin you are much more than those terms. Yes, you are my human Colonel, but yet you are in third command over the whole Western Army. Do you think yourself weak because of it?”

 

She looked down at her hands thinking about his words. Was she really degrading herself by belittling her accomplishments and skills? She shook her head in reply. “No. I am not weak and I will not allow others to thing such thoughts,” she paused and looked squarely at him,” But yet you have thought nothing of me. Yes, you have commended me on many occasions, but outside of battle or strategizing it is as if I am invisible. Since I entered my teen years, you have taken every opportunity to stay as far away from me as possible. You would leave me behind as you patrolled, not even caring of my feelings at the time. I don't see why everything had to change so drastically. The only thing I could do at that time was fight. It was the only thing that stopped me from thinking about you!” she admitted harshly, her voice rough.

 

Sesshoumaru opened his mouth to explain, but she silenced him. “Let me finish,” she ordered, then added please as and after thought.

 

“I have thought about you nearly every day for as long as I can remember, but I refrained from even making my feelings known, never mind acting upon them. I was afraid of your reaction and that you would banish me from my position, including the only home and family that I have ever known, but yet on that night everything changed. I never said a word to you about the love I hold for you in my heart, but yet I surrendered my mind, body, and soul you in absent thought of the consequences. That night was one of ecstasy that I will never forget, and here,” she placed a hand over her lower abdomen, “this is the child we unknowingly created. I have barely known for a week's time that I carried another soul within me, but yet I already love it.”

 

She stared at him, holding back tears that she was determined not to show. “During my sleep I was able to thinking on many subjects and I dare say that was one of them. I wondered what the child's sire would think of the child since it is a hanyou. Would you, Sesshoumaru, accept this child and me?”

 

After she had trailed, Sesshoumaru reached out and covered her hand with his own. “Rin, I have wronged you in many ways, but yet part of me is unashamed of what has transpired between us. If that night in the woods never happened, then the woman who I am willing to give my heart to would not be sitting here in a kimono that belonged to the former Lady of the Western Lands.”

 

He swept a clawed hand over the many layers. “I know that Shinsei gave this to you, and secretly I have wanted to see you wearing it for many years now. You deserve to wear it since I know my Mother would have approved of my choice in a mate. She wore this on the day she was marked, as you are doing now,” he explained seriously.

 

He kept his hand where it lay and held her other hand. “The matter of you being a human is of no thought to me or that our child you carry in your womb will be a hanyou. You, Rin, are the one I am asking to become my mate tonight. We will stand side by side with pride.”

 

The Taiyoukai paused, reaching up to run a clawed forefinger down her cheek. “What is your answer for this Sesshoumaru? Will you do me the honor of becoming my mate?”

 

Rin closed her eyes, listening to the smoothness of his voice, as his dormant heart finally spoke the truth of what he felt. She pushed out of the swing, immediately wrapping her arms around him in barely contained happiness. “Yes, Sesshoumaru, I accept,” she said without thought, but then pulled away from him. “Just don't you dare do anything so foolish again for as long as you live or I will see to it that your life is a living hell,” she said seriously with a small grin.

 

Sesshoumaru nodded and actually smiled, leaning in to kiss her. “You should not expend your energy worrying, there are more useful things that your energy should go towards,” he remarked, kissing her with gentle force.

 

She smirked. “Is that so? How about you show me a few of those things?”

 

“With pleasure.” He laid her back on the flower covered ground, teasing her delicate mouth with his tongue as they both inhaled the sweet smell that surrounded them.

 

~*~

 

A deep sigh came from the Taiyoukai of the North Shore Lands as he rested on the cold slated roof. An arm lay across his bent knee as he studied the encircling lands. He had viewed the numerous couples below engaged in their various activities with a solemn expression. Of course Shinsetsu was more than happy for them, but he couldn't help his own thinking. It was disheartening for him to know that he would never be able to have the freedom they did in their relationships. His lover had been absent for more than twenty years, but it was necessary.

 

He was in hiding and his lover had to look after more pressing matters. Maybe now that things had settled down, they would be able to enjoy a life together that they were meant to experience. `But it would be impossible to even send a message to him without it getting intercepted by his advisors.'

“His appearance has nearly faded from my mind,” he mused wryly, trying in vain to recall the beautiful creature that had captured his heart.

 

Suddenly a gust of wind picked up, tossing the fabric of his clothing every which way. Immediately after, a pair of strong arms came from behind wrapping around his waist as a chin was placed on his shoulder. “Then why don't we refresh your memory?”

 

~*~

 

The hundreds of crickets and forest creatures had fallen silent at the first kiss and were blissfully staying quiet allowing the two lovers to give themselves fully to one another. No distractions and no interruptions would come, leaving them open to explore each other with a freedom never felt before. Sesshoumaru's hands danced over Rin's covered body, his claws teasing certain areas, while others he left alone much to her dismay. This was a passion she had never experienced, but she craved his touch like no other. Without it, it she suspected she would collapse from the hunger deep in her soul that called out to him, begging him to take her with him to the ends of the earth.

 

His cool tongue flicked lightly over her lips then trailed a path down her chin and up her jaw to gently rim the shell of her ear. The overwhelming sensation was nearly too much even for the strict youkai. Her body beneath him, her breath on his face, as her eyes watched every movement he made. She had wanted him as much as he did her, but neither had been the wiser. Now he was determined to make up for the laxity as they basked in the ambiance of the moon.

 

Leaving butterfly kisses down her neck, he reached for the thick obi holding her kimono together. With one slice it would be gone, leaving him an unobstructed view of creamy skin that commanded him to explore every inch with his tongue and hands. He had nearly achieved his goal when her hand gently grabbed his wrist, earning her his attention.

 

She shook her head. “I don't want to be out in the open again. I want to be safe in your chambers where there is only you and me,” she said in almost a dazed tone.

 

He smirked, but complied nonetheless with her honest request. In fact, he would most certainly enjoy seeing her writhe in pleasure on his black silk sheets…

 

He moved from atop and cradled her in his arms as he rose to stand. He hurriedly moved through an exiting archway towards the western wing of the castle. Impatient as he was, he merely jumped the remaining walls of the garden, quickly entering through a side door of the palace. Normally guards would have been stationed at the entrance, but oddly they were missing. He reminded himself to commend Shinsei on her absolute thoroughness on dealing with this extremely delicate matter.

 

Up the stairs he carried his quiet package, being careful to not jostle her in his movements, though that was a given with being a demon of his status. By the time they reached his floor through the numerous corridors, hallways, and rooms the Taiyoukai was ready to completely destroy the castle and have it rebuilt to allow easier access. The frustration he was suffering was taking a toll on his patience and it would only be alleviated once he had her in his room, on his bed, and him in her, making her cry out his name.

 

He walked down the last corridor as Rin gently rubbed the points of his ears, making his already haze filled brain worse. The ornately carved double doors loomed in front of them and for the first time they seemed to welcome the two. Deftly, he used a hand to open them; holding Rin with only one, and then the couple disappeared inside.

 

Rin inspected her new surroundings, vaguely remembering how it looked from when she was a child. It was one of the largest rooms in the palace and rightfully so. The floors were made of a special white wood, which stood out in stark contrast to the ebony of the furniture. It was lavish, but not overly so. `It suits him,' she mused with a warm smile. She looked up at him with half lidded eyes, her heart filled to capacity with warmth that had been denied her. This was how it was supposed to be and she hoped nothing ever changed; that their love would only grow with the new experiences that awaited them.

 

Rin was placed on the bed as candles around the room lit automatically heralding the arrival of their Lord. In the soft light, the markings on his face stood out enhancing his features to her eyes. He lowered himself on her, ever mindful to not place too much pressure on her stomach. Even with his guarded position, he couldn't help but notice how her curves were a perfect fit to his own. He slowly kissed her mouth, immersing himself in the soft feeling. He mentally smirked as he moved a hand over her breasts, down her torso, to gently tease the juncture between her thighs. She gasped harshly allowing him the access to her mouth he craved. His tongue taunted lightly touching over everything as she became bold herself.

 

She battled him, as she purposely sent her hands roaming. His body was hard with subtle muscle, hidden under perfect skin. She pulled the ties of his haori loose, slipping her hands inside, past the second layer of fabric. She lazily traced the outlines of his abs with her delicate fingers. His body was one that belonged to god and for this night he was all hers to tease, touch, and explore. She would open herself and hold no reservations about doing so. `He just better meet my needs and satisfy me, though I don't foresee any problems in that area.'

 

Just as her fingers danced across his body, he was enjoying hers. On his list at the moment was the obi hiding her from view. He refrained from simply slicing the thing off because of its value and important significance. Begrudgingly, he pulled apart the knot tied in the back, undoing the many intricacies that held it together. After a long moment, he threw it over the side of the bed, letting it occupy the floor where he was sure the rest of their clothes would soon join. Deadly claws followed the edge of the kimono from the collar down to her chest, rubbing slow circles over a covered nipple, eliciting a soft moan to spill from her red lips settling in his ears like beautiful music.

 

“Rin, look at me,” he commanded tenderly. He wanted her to watch him pleasure her.

 

Slowly brown eyes opened to look up at him with a gaze that clouded with lust. When he acquired her attention, Sesshoumaru moved the layers of fabric aside, baring her breasts to him. He palmed her right breast, loving how it perfectly filled his hand.

 

“Beautiful,” he murmured, his eyes sexily dark pools of amber. He bent and laved each breast with liquid fire.

“Kami-sama…Don't do that. I'm going to melt if you do,” she warned, holding on to his shoulders as the room spun dizzily.

Sesshoumaru let out a soft laugh and pulled back, allowing her this small reprieve. When he pulled back to remove his clothing, Rin sat up and silently insisted on helping him. One by one, the layers of silk dropped away to reveal ivory perfection. Finally, as his hakama joined the growing pile on the floor, her breath caught in her throat when she gazed at his masculine strength, fully unclad before her. Of course he had been naked the other night they had spent together, but she did not have the luxury of taking her time in looking over every inch of his body.

 

Rin laid a hand on his thigh. The muscles were tight and the skin impeccably smooth. She enjoyed running her hand over it. When she touched him intimately, he, too, caught his breath. Sesshoumaru then pushed her hand aside and stretched out beside her. Their legs meshed as naturally as vines wrapping around each other, forming one perfect whole.

 

Leaning forward, she planted kisses over his chest as he removed the kimono from her shoulders, making sure it would never cover another inch of her body for the night. She smirked against his skin, letting her slender fingers trail down his body to trace the magenta strips that followed the curve of his hip. She nipped at a tight nipple and playfully ran her hand up his shaft, loving the smooth feel of him.

 

His breathing grew harsh at that action, his eyes closing in restraint. “You will pay for that,” he told her. He flicked her nipples in torments, then bent to her mouth.

 

The pair kissed hungrily, like staving castaways stumbling upon a feast on some exotic shore. It was lustful and calming all at once, making Rin's mind shatter. “More. I need more…oh!” she exclaimed, feeling his shift in weight and then the movement of his legs making a place for themselves between hers. “Never mind…you seem tot have that under control.”

 

A proud smirk crossed his lips as he moved against her ready body seductively. She moaned softly, needing more than his teasing actions. “Please, Sesshoumaru,” she begged.

“Not yet. Not quite yet,” he whispered.

 

A hand stroked down her body, paying attention to her breast, then her waist and the slight curve of her abdomen before gliding lower until his touch made her writhe in ecstasy. Her whole body felt aflame. Her skin burned with the touch ripping soft cries from her throat. She felt as if she would break in two at his touch.

 

“Sesshoumaru!” she whispered, a demand.

 

“Patience.” He moved against her, tantalizing her with the promise of fulfillment.

 

As the hunger rose to a unbearable pleasure, she cried out and bit lightly at his lips, throat and chest, craving more for him. He rocked against her, his need increasing every time her lips touched him. When Rin couldn't stand anymore, she wrapped her legs around his hips and grabbed his shoulders. “Now.”

 

Sesshoumaru couldn't help but chuckle at the demand and lowered himself onto her, positioned himself and thrust slowly and deeply until they were merged completely. He let out deep growl at the feelings washing over him making her open her eyes. Rin gazed into his, caught by the emotion that spun like golden threads between them. Their feelings were beyond definition as their hearts melted into one where race, gender and standing no longer existed. They were free.

 

Stroking down his sides with and onto his hips with her hands, she pressed upward with her hips, bringing them just a fraction deeper. Their connection was sealed with the molten heat of their love and could never be broken. Still gazing into her eyes, he began to move smoothly and rhythmically. She caught her bottom lip between her teeth and closed her eyes as the flood of need became a roaring storm tide, ripping through her until she bucked and plunged wildly beneath him.

 

Sweat covered their bodies as they rode through the raging storm between them. Sesshoumaru drew a clawed hand down her body to rest on her right hip. His thrusts increased in speed and intensity as he felt her walls tightened around him, signaling her release was imminent. The Taiyoukai buried his head in the crook of her neck as her nails dug into the flesh of his back as she screamed his name.

 

He drove into her body once more before his climax shot through him, making him see red. A single claw dug into her hip and then traced a pattern as his mouth opened, biting down on the juncture of her neck and shoulder. He claimed her forever as his and no man would ever touch her again.

 

As the last shudders ran through them, the couple turned onto their sides still joined, neither in a rush to be parted. Rin panted softly, her forehead resting against his chest. “I love you, Sesshoumaru.”

 

He trailed a hand through her hair, his own voice rough with emotion and exhaustion. “Always, Rin. I will always love you,” he replied, holding her close as they drifted into blissful sleep.

 

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Demoness: There you have it! I'm curious to see if anyone can recognize the little teaser I mention in accordance to Shinsetsu's lover....Anyway, please review since it what keeps me going when I don't think I have the power in me to write another word. Thank you.