This is a sequel to the ending of InuYasha: The Final Act about Rin and her life. If you haven't finished watching InuYasha then DO NOT READ! *Spoiler Alert*

Also, I do not own the characters or InuYasha story. I am simply a fan who has free will to write whatever the crap she wants. I hope you enjoy the story! There's more to come!

Chapter 1: Priestess Rin

It had been 9 years since Rin was taken in by Lady Kaede and her village. She had grown into a beautiful young woman and a very powerful priestess. Now 18, Rin has to make the decision to either stay with the humans or cross over into the dangerous world of the demons. She also must fight a powerful attraction to Sesshomaru.

"Now Rin, concentrate on the target. Imagine the arrow flying through it. Take a deep breath…and…fire!" Rin let go of the arrow which flew through the large crow flying in the air's head. The bird dropped to the ground with a small thump and Rin sighed with relief she had hit her target. Kagome stood next to her with her hands together shouting "Excellent Rin! You'll make a fine priestess for Sesshomaru." Rin blushed and hung her head shyly. Her light pink cheeks matched her kimono given to her by her Lord Sesshomaru. Thinking about him made her long to see him even more. It had been weeks since his last visit to the little village which made the wait even worse. Kagome waved her hands in front of Rin's face, who had been lost in thought. She realized where she was and dropped her bow out of shock. Rin smiled and laughed at her clumsiness, saying "I'm so scatter brained sometimes! Hahaha!" Kagome laughed alongside her. She and Rin had practically become sisters over the past 6 years Kagome had returned, and moments like these made their day. "Kagome! How much longer are you gonna practice! I'm starving!" InuYasha called from behind them. He hadn't changed at all in the past 9 years. Demon thing Rin thought.

But then again neither has Kagome-nee. "Kagome-nee, why is it you and InuYasha haven't aged at all these past few years. It seems only Kaede and I have." Rin asked Kagome who was waving at InuYasha as he walked towards them. InuYasha grabbed Kagome by the waist as Kagome kissed him softly on the cheek. Rin blushed, embarrassed at their affection and turned to stare at the ground until they were done. Kagome saw the look on Rin's face and giggled, answering "To answer your question, I think it's cause I'm InuYasha's mate and he's marked me or something. I personally think it's great that I don't have to get old.". InuYasha laughed loudly and added "Yeah I'm pretty glad you don't age either." The moment it was out, even Rin noticed that was NOT the thing for him to say. "What was that? Oh so you wouldn't love me if I was old would you!" Kagome questioned. Her eyes stared darkly into InuYasha's who was frozen with fear and intimidation.

Rin took a step back and quietly excused herself, saying as she went "I'm going to village…". There was a loud thump behind Rin as Kagome yelled "SIT BOY!". Rin smiled, thinking Other than my age, really nothing has changed these past few years. It's been nice..

But Rin's mind drifted as she walked around the small village, saying "hello" to a few people that passed by her. I guess it's time isn't it. Once Sesshomaru comes back, I'll have to make my decision. I mean I am 18 years of age now. I do love this village. And Kagome-nee. AND Sango-san, AND Lady Kaede, everybody really. I won't be able to see them everyday like I have now. And my being a priestess might make Lord Sesshomaru mad since he is a demon and my powers are for demon slaying. What if he doesn't want me around him anymore! He has grown in power…

Suddenly Miroku appeared and bumped into Rin. "Miroku-san!" Rin shouted with delight. She hadn't seen Miroku in almost a year since he'd gone to a far away village to purify it from a demon. Miroku simply stared at Rin, not able to register who she was. His eyes had an unpleasant gleam in them which put Rin on a bit of an edge. If only Sango-san were here. Rin thought as she continued to be stared at by Miroku. "Wait- it couldn't be. Rin! Is that really you!" Miroku took several steps away from Rin. He felt both shameful and yet still turned on by Rin's new appearance. Woah! This is LITTLE Rin? Little Rin who was being trained by Kaede and Kagome! She didn't look like this when I left! I'm so shameful…I'm married for priest's sake! And she's like what? 16? I'm a shameful old monk…but then again…she does fill out quite well for a woman her age.

"Um Rin. How o-old are you e-exactly?" Miroku asked nervously. Rin relaxed a little, smiled kindly and replied "18 years. Why do you ask?" The monk's heart almost stopped beating completely. 18! 18! SHE'S A WOMAN. A WOMAN. Ah I'm so shameful! It's moments like these when I truly desire Sango's abuse! Miroku thought to himself though it was clearly plastered on his face how he felt. Rin tried to ignore the creepy vibe coming off of the monk who stood before her.

Just in time, Sango backslapped Miroku with all her might which sent a loud SMACK into Rin's ears. The sound made Rin cringe as did Miroku's facial expression. "Rin, has this perverted monk been bothering you?" Rin shook her head and quickly explained "No not at all. He simply asked how old I was." Miroku braced for impact as Sango pulled him quickly inside their hut where several loud crashes and smacks escaped. "Ah love. It seems everyone's been quite abusive lately. I wonder if…"

Knowing it wouldn't happen, Rin dreamt of a relationship like her big sister Kagome had with InuYasha, only with her and Sesshormaru.

"Rin." Lord Sesshomaru spoke deeply from the bottom of the hill. He'd come all the way from the village just to see Rin which pleased her greatly. Rin waved her hands from the top of the hill. Kagome suddenly asked "Rin how is it you and I haven't aged? I mean at first you aged but ever since you and Sesshomaru-nii well…became a couple, your body hasn't grown one bit!" Sesshomaru gently wrapped his arm around Rin's waist. It made her giggle which in return, made Sesshomaru smile somewhat. In her head Kagome though "WOAH! HE SMILED! Has Sesshomaru EVER smiled!" Rin saw how freaked out Kagome was and in an attempt to calm her down, said "To answer your question, I think it's because we've um, been marked by demons. I guess it applies to half demons too." Kagome pondered that but was extremely uncomfortable as she exclaimed "Wait…but the way you are marked is when you…oh. I see. Okay, well, um. Yeah." Both Kagome and Rin's faces were red with embarrassment. They had never talked about such a subject before. To divert the conversation, Rin happy stated "I'm just happy about never having to become an old woman." Out of no where, Sesshomaru started chuckling darkly which scared both Rin and Kagome. Sesshomaru added "Yeah I'm pretty glad you don't age either." The moment it was out, even Kagome knew he shouldn't have said that. Rin darted her eyes towards Sesshomaru who was frozen with fear. He knew what was coming to him. Rin's eyes looked like fire which was a sign Kagome saw as a reason to get out of there. "I'm just gonna go now." Kagome quickly whispered as the area intensified with anger and fear. "SESSHOMARU SIT BOY!" Rin yelled with all the anger she could muster. Sesshomaru's necklace glowed as he smacked onto the ground. The thump sounded like it hurt more than usual, but Rin didn't care. "SIT! SIT! SIT! SIT! SIT!" Rin continued. Sesshomaru was helpless to her power. His body was several inches into the ground when Rin finally stopped her commands. He didn't move, for now he was the enemy and anything he said WOULD be used against him. Rin crossed her arms as she huffed & puffed her way down the hill, leaving Sesshomaru in the cold dirt in pain.

Rin giggled at the more than impossible fantasy. She had somehow walked all the way to the old forest where the sacred tree was during her daydream. She often did such things. Dreaming was one of her favorite activities. It was much easier to escape reality that way. But Rin had a decision to make that couldn't wait. Perhaps when I see Lord Sesshomaru, I'll be able to make the choice. Right now I just…

Her head was spinning with all the thought she had been giving this. She laid down beside a tree to calm herself down and gain her strength back. Suddenly, there was a large growl coming from the forest and a huge paw stepped out in front of her. It's skin glowed red, red like blood.