InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Young Love ❯ The Marriage of a Lifetime ( Epilogue )

Thank you Shadows-Rose 99 for your review. I know it's been a month and a half since I last updated this story but I felt like no one was interested and no one cared enough so I was going to discontinue it forever. But Shadows-Rose99 reminded me that there are people out there that want a conclusion so this is it.

This chapter is dedicated to Shadows-Rose99 for their review.

Wedding of a Lifetime

“How can one be sure that the kitsune will bring you happiness, Rin? It has been several summers since you've last seen him” Sesshomaru questioned. Kagome released her barrier, still on edge.

“I am sure because I never lost home. That promise we made seven years ago has not changed. We both kept up our end of the bargain and we are ready to enjoy the prize that comes with it. I want Shippo, and he wants me” Rin said firmly.

“To mate a demon, will be a disgrace to you and to the Western lands. Humans will consider you a demon's whore, and demonesses will attempt to harm you for taking an available demon from them. Do you wish for that type of life?” Sesshomaru asked.

“I care not of the demonesses, or of what the humans think. My heart knows what it wants, and that's all that matters” Rin said.

“No priest will marry either of you. So it is a moot point” Sesshomaru said finally.

“Miroku-sama will” Shippo added in. Kagome thought about what he said and he was right.

“If this monk agrees to the ceremony, then we will throw the wedding here. Get the priest here by tomorrow at sundown” Kagura said, and Sesshomaru was less than pleased about it. Rin couldn't believe she finally won against her father figure.

“There is much for the kitsune and Rin to prepare for” Sesshomaru said.

“We must pick out flowers for your wedding, and prepare you for the mating as well” Kagome said to Rin.

“Prepare for the mating? But I thought….” She stammered.

“He needs to scent mark you, let everyone know that you are his intended, because a wedding means nothing in the demon society” Kagome answered her unspoken question.

“Scent mark her?” Shippo questioned.

“Did the hanyou teach you nothing?” Sesshomaru questioned.

“We weren't exactly sure if you were going to consent to the process, so we hadn't gotten that far into thinking” Kagome answered for him.

“I'll assist the kitsune then, this Sesshomaru does not want any mistakes” Sesshomaru announced. Shippo's eyes widened with fear.

“He will not harm you Shippo, my mate is very honorable” Kagura reassured him.

“May I use Ah-Uh to travel? I need to find the priest” Kagome asked.

“Of course, servant, take the priestess to the stables and allow her access to Ah-Uh” Kagura said with the flick of a wrist. Kagome left the dining hall. Before she could even get off into the air, Inuyasha saw her.

“Ay, Kagome! Where are you going?” He shouted.

“To find Miroku for the wedding, I was sure you wouldn't have him with you” Kagome replied.

“Where's the runt and brat?” He asked.

“With Sesshomaru and Kagura” She said, taking off on Ah-Uh to find Miroku and Sango.

“The kitsune needs to scent mark Rin soon, if your mate finds this priest, then the marriage is on for tomorrow” Sesshomaru said coolly.

“She'll find Miroku alright, it'll only take her a few hours. How are you going to get everything set up by tomorrow?” Inuyasha asked.

“Do not question this Sesshomaru, assist the pup” Sesshomaru ordered.

“Feh. Bastard” He grumbled as he left to find Shippo. Shippo was with Rin in her room.

“Shippo-kun, I am happy Sesshomaru-sama agreed to our marriage. Isn't it fantastic?” Rin exclaimed. She was twirling around the room, admiring the fabrics laid out. The servants found a seamstress in town to make her a wedding kimono for her upcoming special day.

“Must you wear red?” Shippo asked.

“Well of course, I am royalty” Rin said like it was obvious.

“Do I have to wear red too?” He asked, curiously.

“I suppose so, you must have Sesshomaru-sama” Rin said casually, shrugging out of her outer kimono to wrap some fabric around her. Her thin under kimono was very light and see through.

“Rin…I don't think you should be trying on clothes while I'm in the room” murmured Shippo.

“Hey Shippo” Inuyasha called out. Shippo grabbed the kimono off the floor and draped it around Rin's shoulders.

“Have you tried scent marking Rin yet?” Inuyasha asked.

“Rin isn't properly dressed” Shippo blurted.

“That's fine runt, I'm not trying to look at your intended. It'll probably be easier now that she's half clothed. Just touch her a lot and your scent will rub off on her. That's how it worked for me and Kags. I'll give you two some privacy” He teased, and they both went red.

“You want me to scent mark you now or…?” Shippo asked.

“Yes” Rin whispered, turning around and letting the kimono fall off of her. She kept her light layer on. Shippo hugged her tightly, his hands high up on her back and his head nuzzling his neck. He wasn't sure how long to stay that way, but he definitely wanted his scent transferred onto her. She smelt so much like Sesshomaru.

“This Sesshomaru thinks that is enough” Sesshomaru came into her room. Rin turned away and tried to properly cover herself while Shippo faced Sesshomaru.

“Sorry Sesshomaru-sama, I'll leave now” Shippo started to leave but Sesshomaru stopped him.

“Come pup, we have much to discuss” He said calmly. He guided Sesshomaru to the bath house and had him sit in a chair.

“File down his nails, servant” Sesshomaru ordered.

“Um..May I ask why?” Shippo asked.

“You wouldn't want to scratch her with your claws now would you?” Inuyasha asked.

“I wouldn't” Shippo exclaimed.

“You never know, sometimes your inner beast will pop out while you're mating and she's too fragile to handle that roughness” Inuyasha said blushing.

“Did you hurt Mama that way?” Shippo asked.

“Mind your business pup, this isn't about me” Inuyasha barked.

“What about Rin? Is she gonna be ok?” Shippo asked.

“She will, it doesn't hurt the girl too much. Just be gentle” Inuyasha insisted.

“Kagura is speaking to this Sesshomaru's ward now, hopefully all her questions will be answered. Prepare yourself kitsune, a seamstress will be here soon for your measurements” Sesshomaru left the two alone in the bath house.

“How are you feeling Rin?” Kagura asked.

“Nervous, and excited” Rin answered.

“Are you ready to be married?” Kagura pressed.

“Of course, I've been waiting for this day for seven summers. I only hope everything will be ready on time for the wedding. Will the wedding clothes be ready by tomorrow? There's so many to make” Rin asked.

“Of course, we have several demonesses working on your kimono, and Kagome's. We also have the priest on his way, the visitors have been notified, and the chefs are working on the dinner for the afterward celebration. Have you decided what jewelry of mine you wish to wear?” Kagura asked.

“I can't wear anything of yours Kagura-sama, honestly it's only fit for the lady of the west” Rin answered.

“This is your special day Rin, and you are to be treated as a princess. I will find you something myself” Kagura insisted.

“Time for dinner, we wouldn't want you to sleep on an empty stomach” Kagura said.

“May I have it in my room with Shippo? I really want to speak with him” Rin asked. It was a very surprising request because she always ate with the rest of the household at the table.

“Shippo has a lot to prepare for, I am not sure if he'll be able to make it. But I will let the chefs know and offer Shippo the invitation” Kagura reassured her, leaving the room. Rin sat comfortably on her bed, hoping everything would work out.

“Rin would like to stay in her room tonight for dinner, if that's alright with you, milord” Kagura said.

“Is she feeling alright?” Shippo asked, already concerned.

“Yes, of course. There's just so much to prepare and so little time” Kagura answered.

“This Sesshomaru understands, she may stay there” Sesshomaru agreed.

“I'm back” Kagome announced, with Miroku in tow. He was dressed in his traditional priest garb.

“Thank goodness, Miroku. We only have another 12 hours until the wedding” Shippo cheered.

“After dinner let us go to bed early, we have much to do tomorrow” Kagura advised.

“Yeah we probably should. Are there enough rooms for all of us to stay?” Kagome asked.

“Yes of course, the other visitors won't arrive until the morning” Kagura answered, and they went about the rest of their evening plans quietly.

The Next Morning

“Good morning Rin, it's time to get dressed. The guests are starting to arrive” Kagura and Kagome woke her up.

“Who's here so far?” Rin asked.

“Kouga and his wolf tribe, some of the other lords as well. They are waiting for you” Kagome said softly. Kagura held out the kimono for Rin to wear. It was red, with white flowers all on it. It was formal, long, and beautiful.

“It looks so pretty” Rin admired it.

“It'd look even better on you” Kagura hinted, there wasn't much time left before the wedding start. The servants helped Rin into her very heavy formal wedding kimono, and wooden shoes. Her hair was done up in a high bun and a royal red clip placed in her hair.

“I found you this, I'm not sure if it was something you wanted or not” Kagura showed her a beautiful silver band.

“It's lovely, where did you get it?” Rin asked, placing it on her right ring finger.

“It was the first thing I purchased when I was freed from Naraku, something that was mine” Kagura answered, the memories bringing tears to her eyes.

“I appreciate this” Rin said fiercely, hugging Kagura for the first time.

“You're welcome Rin, I think Kagome has something for you as well” Kagura said, allowing Kagome to step in between them.

“I have modern day make up to help bring emphasis to your beauty. I'll put it on for you” Kagome made up her face with foundation, blush, eyeliner, mascara, and lip stick. She truly looked like something out of a magazine.

“Let us see if Shippo is ready, wait here” Kagura said, leaving with Kagome to check on the wedding. Shippo was already dressed and waiting in his own room. Very nervous.

“She's done, let's start the ceremony” Kagome announced. Inuyasha and Kagome got into the waiting area with all the other guests. Miroku stood in front with Shippo to his left in front of him. Sesshomaru and Kagura were also besides Shippo. And Rin walked gracefully down the aisle to her husband, her royal family, and the priest to marry them.

“Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to witness the marriage between this woman, and this demon” Miroku started.

“Do we have the blessing of the royal leaders?” Miroku asked.

“This Sesshomaru blesses the kitsune, Shippo, and his ward, Rin, on their wedding date” Sesshomaru said.

“I also bless Shippo and Rin on this day” Kagura chirped in. With the blessings out of the way, they proceeded with the wedding.

“Do you, Rin, take Shippo as your lawful wedded husband?” Miroku asked.

“I do” She said smiling.

“And do you Shippo take Rin as your lawful wedded husband?” Miroku asked.

“I do” He repeated.

“I now pronounce you husband and wife, you may now kiss the bride” The crowd and Miroku clapped for them and waited for their romantic kiss. Instead it was a simple peck on the lips.

“So shy the newlywed couple” teased Miroku.

“Let's eat” said Inuyasha, as everyone scattered around.

“Congrats you guys on the wedding. I can't believe my baby is all grown up” Kagome said, tears in her eyes.

“Mama” Shippo said, embarrassed.

“Keh. Pup, you know how Kagome is” Inuyasha said. Kagome frowned at him as she held onto her son.

“Well I know today is extra special because now with the wedding over, you are free to engage in more fun activities, if you know what I mean” Miroku teased.

“Ugh Miroku, don't be such a lecher” Shippo moaned.

“I am excited for today, it's something I've wanted for awhile Shippo-kun” Rin spoke softly, she kept her head down because she was blushing so hard. Shippo grabbed onto her hand and they walked off towards the bedroom.

“I can't believe he's going to have a family of his own” Kagome said, still crying.

“It's about time! That way we can have privacy in the hut” Inuyasha laughed.

 

~End of Epilogue~

For all those 16 and older readers, I have a one shot lemon which is the Mature scene of the consummation of Rin and Shippo's marriage. It's up now!