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So very so for the delay in update. I should have updated last week, but work got me busy. I will be more regular from now on…. :)
Merry Mary: Thank you so much for such an enthusiastic review! You should have seen how silly I looked when I smiled after reading ur review…. As for your question: my penname: 'rinshy'- 'rin' stands for our Rin of course and as you rightfully guessed, 'shy' stands for 'Sesshomaru' who is affectionately called as 'Sesshy'
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Back to the story…. Hope you all like this chap….
Sesshomaru. The renowned son of the late great dog demon, Inu No Taisho; he is greatly distinguished among the whole of demon community for his most striking looks, intelligence, enormous strength and power not to mention his cold, impassive demeanor. He is highly knowledgeable; a great administrator; a meticulous conniver.
He refused many; almost everyone. But none dared to refuse him. From birth, he always had what he wanted. He was triumphant in his every endeavor, from academics to administration, not to mention his glory in battle. He does not bat an eye without prior preparation or proper planning. Even his mind, which becomes idle at rarest circumstances, would begin a range of calculations and plans. From dawn to dusk and beyond, everything goes as per his bidding. His entire routine goes just as he planned. No atom in the palace shifts without his awareness. Two words can describe the kind of demon, he is "Pure Perfection". What he says, happen. His words rule. His intentions become reality. He was God... God of all Gods. He felt like one. It was clear that he is born to be a ruler and his parents were proud of that. Naturally, his virtues, status and remarkable feats made Sesshomaru, a proud, arrogant dog demon.
The unanticipated expiry of his father has compelled Sesshomaru to take a mate and ascend to the throne. His father's death and the eventual responsibilities, although unexpected, did not disturb the equilibrium of Sesshomaru's life as much as it should have. Firstly, his mother, Inukimi, who was an able administrator herself, was governing the state's affairs in her late husband's place, along with Sesshomaru till he took the throne. Secondly, taking a mate was not an undue pressure on him, given that he already has a relationship with a wind sorceress named Kagura, the daughter of Inu No Taisho's strong, political ally.
The wind sorceress fell in love with Sesshomaru at sight. She started pursuing him, giving him honest compliments on his strength and might.
He became infatuated with Kagura, for some time….much before his father's demise. Over the past several years, he had received proposals of countless women who fell for his most astounding looks, status, strength or power….or for all of them…..but he showed interest in none of them except for the wind sorceress….
What attracted Sesshomaru the most was, she was aristocratic, educated, knowledgeable, powerful and composed. She even dared to defy him once, when he acted too indifferent to her words, unlike his other admirers. This intrigued him. He felt that the only demoness who was worth his valuable time was Kagura.
Over a period of time, he construed that Kagura was perfect in all aspects and he could not find any fault in her. After a myriad of comprehensive calculations, Sesshomaru concluded that she will make an ideal Lady of the West and mate. She was a great commander. She made an excellent administrator. She was the reflection of his perfection. Seeing her every time, reminded him so much of himself that he grew to admire her. So he finally assented to her when she professed her love for him.
Up until his father's death, he was courting Kagura by making occasional visits and giving expensive gifts. He had planned their wedding a year after, but the sudden demise of his father has compelled him to wed much earlier.
"Sesshomaru…." sighed a woman…. not just any woman….. but one with a deep, silky voice; raven black hair neatly combed and tied up in a bun; porcelain face contrasting with ruby red eyes bordered by thick eyelashes; perfect lips painted blood-red…..a beauty…..not just any beauty….. but one who was fortunate enough to be betrothed to the most eligible bachelor in the demon community…... Sesshomaru.
Sesshomaru did not respond. He had not needed to. He was male of few words. But his very bearing speaks volumes and attracts the attention of every onlooker be it a woman or a man.
His fiancée was not particularly dissatisfied with his lack of reaction; she has known him for some time, so apparently she has gotten used to it. The light of the night moon sparkled in her eyes as she leaned against her groom's strong arm.
Her cheeks were burning as she whispered, "I love you…..". She wrapped her hands around his arm.
His head tilted slightly to take a better glimpse at her face.
"Kagura…." he finally responded in a soft tone. He was pleased to hear what he just heard and that was the best he could say to express it. Yes, the wind sorceress understood what the dog demon had expected her to. She smiled a small smile.
"I am delighted that you have consented to our wedding so soon" Kagura said as she lifted her head to meet Sesshomaru in the eye. "I thought you would have deferred it to Spring.…." She added.
Sesshomaru took few seconds before answering in his smooth, baritone voice, "There is no reason to defer…..". Yup! Sesshomaru was a male of few words alright!
His father's death has obligated him to take the throne in his place alongside his mate. Then why should there be any adjournment while I already have a mate-to-be…..what would change over a matter of few months….? Sesshomaru reasoned within himself. What the dog demon had not known is what the future really held for him.
His golden gaze bored into Kagura's eyes as he pondered This woman….. powerful; independent; well-informed and educated…..fine-looking….. She has intrigued me…..I….admire her…..I…
"LORD SESSHOMARU!" the screech of his most loyal as well as the most annoying servant echoed and almost tore Sesshomaru's eardrums.
If it wasn't for the criticality of the report Jaken had brought, Sesshomaru would probably have killed the imp for invading the privacy he was enjoying with his bride-to-be.
"I (panting) I bring terrible news! (panting)" Jaken said in between his panting.
"….what is it?" Sesshomaru asked having not the least idea of what 'news' Jaken had in store for him and how 'terrible' it was.
"The spy who was scouting over the army of the panther devas tribe has returned! Those worthless demons have planned to slay you in order to take revenge for the war your father waged against them years ago!"
How foolish! Sesshomaru cursed the cats (i.e. panthers) in his mind. According to the grapevine, as the all-powerful Inu No Taisho is dead, the son, Sesshomaru is the strongest, most powerful demon alive. Nevertheless, Sesshomaru stood limited chance in defeating them, if all of them were to attack him at once. He knew it, although he may never admit it.
"Oh! Where has this boy disappeared to!" started bickering Inu mother as she turned her attention to her loyal General, her stoic face showing nothing of her emotions, "Kenshi. I am certain, you are aware of where my infamous son and his little demon servant are loitering about. He never leaves the palace premises without your knowledge"
The general started at Inukimi's demand and was struggling to look calm and unaffected just like the woman in front of him.
"Uh….He…" Kenji stuttered. Inukimi dangerously narrowed her eyes at his stammering.
He gulped and went on, "He has descended to Earth for patrolling, Milady"
"He what!?" The news broke her indifferent façade for a split second. She quickly recovered her stoic demeanor before spitting out, "How imprudent!"
"My apologies, milady. But Lord Sesshomaru was at deaf ears to my sincere plea of him not to go for patrolling and that too alone". Jaken was obviously not counted as he had no fighting skills.
One (and the only) pastime Sesshomaru found irresistible was patrolling in the forests of the Earth and battling with demons he deemed worth his time and energy. He always preferred solitude and bade away his soldiers so that they may not be in his way during battling. It was indeed dangerous. But manageable for someone as powerful as him….until the re-advent of the panther devas tribe who are known for their strength, cunningness and vicious attitude.
"We all know that the panther devas tribe have plotted to slay Sesshomaru before he ascends to the throne, in order to settle scores with his father. And yet he has gone by himself!" Inukimi reprimanded in an angry tone.
"…" Kenshi could do nothing but listen to his mistress. He was helpless.
"Those cats are nowhere close to us, we are much more powerful. But if they have dared to challenge us, then it must mean that they have some support from a new source. Those insignificant panthers can be very cunning" Inukimi stated, her face revealing nothing of the emotion she was having.
"Send our men after Sesshomaru and tell him that his mother has to see him without delay" the Inu mother commanded.
"Yes, Milady" Kenshi bowed and dismissed himself.
Sesshomaru… Inu mother pondered inwardly and turned her head to face the dull sky. It gave her no comfort. She brushed away the feeling of insecurity the dull sky was giving her and walked away.
*Pitter-patter-pitter-patter*
Rin was running like a wild animal into the forest, her bare feet crunching the dried leaves on the ground. Her heart drummed at her chest threatening to burst at the exercise but she continued to run for her life….from the demon that was after her….before that demon could bid her to make him his meal.
She must take cover before he caught up to her. When she was almost sure that the demon lost track of her, she settled behind a thick bush. Her senses were awoken to take in the appearance of the demon that was chasing her.
"*WHEW* (panting) I hope- (panting) he doesn't catch up (panting)" Rin whispered to herself, having lost her breathe.
Half a minute of anxiety passed, yet the demon had not yet plunged forth. Suddenly wind picked up pace and brushed across her sweating face. The cool breeze soothed her exhausted body and mind. She shut her eyes and slightly tilted her head up, letting the breeze caress her face. The very next moment, wind blew harder against her, as if prompting her to open her eyes and look upwards. And she did.
Then she saw the thing…..flying like an elegant swan….No….swan was too simple to describe its beauty. The thing was in royal white robes with some armour on its chest; long, thick curtain of silver hair; large fur-like thing on its shoulder added to its grace….and….and….a tiny green toad-like thing sticking to one end of the fur-like thing like some sort of….parasite…?
Rin was wide-eyed, gaping at the beautiful thing in the sky, her face turned red all over…. "What is that thing…?" Rin breathed out.
As if the thing heard her, it snapped its head in her direction.
*GASP* *BA-THUMB*
Rin gasped and her heart skipped a beat when she had a full glimpse at the most handsome facial features she had ever seen in a face.
"Lord Sesshomaru! Where are we heading to?" screeched the toad.
The thing did not answer the green imp. Instead, it turned its head forward and sped up towards its intended direction.
Rin kept staring at the thing till it waned into a speck in the evening sky.
"L-Lord…..SSSSesssh-omaru…?...Lord….Sesshomaru…." Rin uttered, as if practicing the pronunciation of his name.
*scamper-scamper-scamper-scamper*
Her mind had frozen the moment she beheld him and the only thing her mind permitted her to see was his flying figure which was captured like a mental picture. She failed to hear the intruder galloping her way.
"GOTCHA!" said Shippou as he pounced upon Rin.
"Woah!" Rin almost lost her balance when the fox friend jumped at her.
"I win! Now you're gonna make me my favourite dish tonight!"
"Eh….?!" Rin blinked blankly. It took her few moments to realize that she has lost the game of hide and seek with her best friend and now she has to make the meal she had promised to make, if at all Shippou won.
"Oh….that…." Rin finally took in and smiled widely, "Sure thing!"
"YAY! Rice balls and fish fries, here I come!" Shippou celebrated the small feast he was about to have that night. Rin ringled excitedly, as she walked towards the village.
Somewhere at the back of her head was lingering the magnificent figure of Sesshomaru.
So this is the perfect demon lord Sesshomaru. What does future has in store for him…and for the not-so-perfect girl, Rin…?
By now, most of you would have guessed what the plot of the story is…. However, only I know HOWit will turn out to be and I'm sure it will be full of excitement, romance, sweet-subtle fluffy moments, hurt, uncertainty, confusions and so on…. Let's see how it's gonna be…until next time….
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