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Chapter 6

Rin was surprised to find that Sesshoumaru was back to his old self. He was calm and quiet. It was strange at first when she entered his office. Especially when he acted as though nothing had happened yesterday.

Instead of her usual work, Sesshoumaru wanted her to fix his computer and a few other things that seemed to have broken over night. Rin was suspicious but was too excited about fixing his stuff, she decided not to bring it up. Instead she focused on doing a good job.

"You need a flat head," Sesshoumaru commanded as he leaned forward with his phone in hand.

"I know," Rin snapped as she looked up at him with a frown. When again she was surprised to see he was taking her picture. He had been bothering her all day in such a childish way. Continuously telling he what tools to use when he didn't have the experience she had.

"I know, it's to prove I was the who working on it, in case it doesn't work or breaks again," Rin said as she returned her attention back to her work.

"Exactly," Sesshoumaru answered as he put his phone back in his pocket.

It was the end of the day and everyone was leaving, and normally Rin left with them, but she lost track of time. Sesshoumaru was finally done with his work, it had been a few hours since everyone had left, and Rin was still busy in her office working.

"You can finish tomorrow," Sesshoumaru said as he stood at her door. Rin looked and nodded as she yawned. Gathering her things she walked over to her boss.

"Before I leave I wanted to speak with you," Rin said as she lead the way to the couch in Sesshoumaru office. Following behind her he sat in the chair across from the couch.

"I am not coming back. I already gave my two weeks notice, today." Rin informed him but was interrupted.

"Why," Sesshoumaru asked as with a hint of anger. Rin could see he was hurt but she couldn't work under these conditions.

"It's just better this way," Rin explained as she shifted in her seat nervously.

"No, why do you continue to protect him?" Sesshoumaru asked as he leaned forward.

"I'm not. I just..." Rin said as she looked away. She couldn't find the words to explain her actions.

"Love him?" Sesshoumaru asked quietly.

"No! I don't. It's just complicated." Rin answered with slight offense that he thought she was foolish enough to love someone who abandoned her.

Sesshoumaru knew she was telling the truth, he could smell it on her. But something tied her to him.

"What is?" Sesshoumaru asked as he stared at her.

"I..I can't betray him. He is one of my people. He is Japanese like me. I have loyalty to him because he is human. You wouldn't understand," Rin tried to explain as she looked away.

"I understand. I understand you are a foolish girl. Loyalty is earned. What has he done to deserve such loyalty!? Would he say the same about you!?" Sesshoumaru questioned calmly before growing angry.

"No he wouldn't, but I'm not like him. I'm not going to change who I am because of him," Rin said as she began to cry. Sesshoumaru reacting instinctively, got up right away and sat beside her.

"I should have met you first," Sesshoumaru said his voice deep and low. Rin consumed by her tears didn't notice his arms wrapped around her. Unconsciously she buried her face into his chest as he comforted her. Sesshoumaru felt his emotions overwhelm his body to the point that Rin felt a firm tug on her face.

Sesshoumaru grabbed her by the chin and lifted her face. Pulling it closer and closer as he stared into her eyes. Rin felt scared no one had looked at her like she was the most beautiful woman in the world. She was used to her husband looking away as he kissed her, while he thought of someone else. As much as she wanted their lips to meet, she was still married and throughout her marriage she never cheated, not even when she started living with Kaede.

"I can't," Rin said as pulled away. Grabbing her face again Sesshoumaru turned it to face him before resting his forehead on hers.

"I know," Sesshoumaru whispered as he cradled her head in his hand.

Sesshoumaru arrived at his apartment, his mind spinning. He felt so relaxed and satisfied with a simple hug and comforting session. Never did he think that he would enjoy comforting someone else. Everyone did for him, not the other way around.

As much as Sesshoumaru wanted to stay out of this and let Rin handle it. He couldn't, he wouldn't allow it. She wasn't his mate he reminded himself, but she could be his subconscious inserted. Was he up for this type of challenge? In short, yes he was never one to back down from a fight.

Sesshoumaru busied himself visions of Rin as he felt asleep.

"Wow, everything seems to be breaking around here," Rin said as she looked around Sesshoumaru's kitchen. It seemed that the very next day, Sesshoumaru's blender, microwave, tv, toaster, and a coupled of lamps came up broken at the same time. As Rin walked over to the toaster first, she noticed it was brand-new.

It was the weekend and even though she should be resting she found herself here working. Truthfully, she didn't rest much and always seemed to find work to keep herself busy and distracted from her problems.

"You know this would have been more believable if you had actually used it." Rin commented as she began to take the toaster apart.

"This might not have happen if you humans were more capable," Sesshoumaru replied as he crossed his arms.

"You want me to fix it or not? You could always return it, you know." Rin suggested as she continued to unscrew the screws.

"Quickly, I want you to fix the lamps in my study next." Sesshoumaru snapped as he gravitated towards her.

"You can go back to work, instead of hovering over me," Rin said as she pulled away, feeling very uncomfortable. She would be professional her last two weeks.

"I brought my work home so," Sesshoumaru begin but was cut off.

"You can keep an eye on me," Rin finished his sentence. Rin rolled her eyes. Just admit you like me, she thought to herself.

"Exactly," Sesshoumaru answered as he walked away.

Sesshoumaru sat in his office first working, but after about thirty minutes he realized Rin still hadn't come to his study, and he was growing impatient. He half-heartily worked, his eyes every few seconds glancing at the door. Even though he would smell her coming long before she arrived he couldn't help but continue to check. His anger grew at the realization that he was allowing her to distract him from what was most important to him, his company. And just when he was about to give in and search for her, he smelt her coming. Satisfaction washed over his body, and he felt calm once again.

Rin walked up to his study door and was about to walk in, when she realized she wasn't at home, and they did not have a close friendship to just barge in. She knocked awaiting his answer, and once she received it, she entered.

"It's these two?" Rin asked as she began to scan the room for what needed fixing. She did this quick, to avoid the strangest stare Sesshoumaru was giving her. His eyes fixated on her every move as she crossed the room to one of the two lamps at either side of his bookshelf.

"What's wrong with them?" Rin asked as unscrew the bulb to make sure it was still working. Even though she assumed it was something more complex, a lot of the time it was something so simple like needing to change the bulb.

Sesshoumaru slightly lifted his brow at the unintentional insult she was throwing his way. He may have other people working for him, but that didn't mean he was a fool. He at the very least knew how to replace a light bulb.

"Should I come and assist you?" Sesshoumaru asked with a huff. The sarcasm could clearly be understood.

"I got it. I'll figure it out." Rin answered as she shook her head, before turning to face the lamp.

"Geez, I was just asking, most people ask. How does he do business, when he never wants to give any information." Rin mumbled to herself as she continued to work.

"Should I leave you two alone to discuss me in more depth?" Sesshoumaru asked his eyes never leaving his computer screen. When he heard something he had never heard before and it prompted him to look up. Rin was laughing, she was laughing at something he had said. He was funny?

"That was a good one." Rin said with a smile then continued.

Sesshoumaru heard her but was late to reply. He was still coming to the realization in this moment he and Rin connected. They briefly understood each other. He also realized that there was more than one way to woo a woman. While, humor is subjective, he was complete confident he would master this new found skill quickly.

However, instead of continuing this conversation he changed the conversation and asked a question he need the answer to.

"Do you intend to remarry?" he asked as he gave her his full attention. Rin turned around with a look of shock and embarrassment. Sesshoumaru could smell it; the embarrassment and it confused him. Why would a human woman be embarrassed about the idea of remarrying? Was that not something humans did, something even more than twice. He knew plenty of people who had been married four or more times.

Normally Rin would tease and ask why? Was he proposing or something similar to that, but she knew better than to play with someone's feelings like that, and instead answered seriously.

"Well, to the right person; yes, if not; then no, never again," Rin asked as she looked at him, hoping he understand her feelings towards marriage.

"Who is the right person?" Sesshoumaru asked wondering if she would describe him. Rin was becoming frustrated, especially when she wasn't even divorced yet.

"Why am I the only one working here?" Rin said, turning her attention back to the lamp. Sesshoumaru understood she didn't want to continue the conversation he had started. He would have to save it for another day.

It was bright and early when Sesshoumaru heard a banging on his front door. Lightly sniffing the air he smelled Rin's scent, and she seemed angry, more than angry. Sesshoumaru swiftly hopped out of bed and walked towards his front door. It had been two days since Rin's last visit.

Unlocking his door, and turning the knob he felt the door being pushed, but the strength in his arm more than enough, to keep the door from flying open.

On the other side Rin was surprised when the door didn't swing open like she wanted. This surprise just fed her anger.

"Let me in!" Rin demanded as she began pushing him with her body. Sesshoumaru had already started to back away when he felt her body push against his. Reacting quickly he stopped and even took a step forward. He enjoyed the feeling of their bodies flushed together.

Misunderstanding the situation Rin took this as a challenge and started to push harder, managing to wedge her body between Sesshoumaru and the frame of the door. She could feel the corner of the frame scrape across her back as she finally pushed her way through and into his living room.

"Hey!" Rin yelled as she tried to ignore the slight pain she felt on her back. Sesshoumaru slowly closed the door and turned to give her his attention. He had this strange feeling, he could see she was upset with him, but he couldn't take seriously when she had been so physical with him. It wasn't easy to change from one mindset to the other, especially when he had so many feelings for her.

"Why did you beat him up?!" Rin yelled her question as she tried to reach her back to sooth the pain a little.

"Whom?" Sesshoumaru asked pretending not to know.

"You know whom! You little...you ruined everything!" Rin continued to yell as she used her hands to emphasize the magnitude of the disaster he had created.

"Ah! I was so close, and you had to ruin everything." Rin said as she slowly calmed down and took the liberty to sit in one of his chairs.

"Why are you defending him?! I should have killed him!" Sesshoumaru growled as he staring into Rin's eyes. Breaking their intense stare; Rin looked down at her hands. It was his stare that made her uneasy.

"You should be concerned about my health," his voice low as he looked away. Both Rin and Sesshoumaru were surprised by his confession. Sesshoumaru grew more unsettled once he realized he accidentally confessed his feelings. It was eating at him, never in his long life had he appeared weak in front of someone, let alone a human. He was certain she would misunderstand him; think he was weak and jealous. He was hating the idea more and more.

"Huh, right. I'm sure you're just fine," Rin said without the slightest bit of concern, as she lifted her head to meet his eyes. Sesshoumaru could see the lack of expression on her face, but could hear her heart pounding in her chest. He knew she was concerned for him, but not to the degree she was for her husband. Logic told him it was because he was stronger, but jealousy easily convinced him it was because she cared more for him.

Rin could see his disposition changing before her eyes. He looked very anger more than usual.

"Just forget it. I'm tired of this. Just stay out of my personal life." Rin said demanding the last part, as she stood up and headed towards the door.

Stopping her at his front door, he grabbed her pinning her between him and the wall. This time he thought before he spoke.

"You belong to me." Sesshoumaru informed Rin as he stared into her eyes. Rin felt herself surrendering to his gaze, she wanted to look away but couldn't. He said so much with his mere eyes. His eyes expressed want, need, and desire.

Sesshoumaru was unable to resist the urge of playing with his prey.

"You want me, I can smell it all over you," Sesshoumaru whispered as he moved in, when he felt Rin's body slide down to the floor.

"Stop! Just stop! You're confusing me!" Rin said as she curled up and hid her face. Sesshoumaru backed away before squatting down in front of her. He couldn't help but wonder why nothing seemed to work in his favor. He shamed her and that wasn't his intention.

Even though he told himself he was just playing with her, he knew the truth. He wanted to prove to her husband that he could have her if he wanted. However, in the end her husband wasn't there to witness it, and he only hurt Rin.

"I will take you home," Sesshoumaru said as he offered a hand.

"You've done enough," Rin said as she pushed his hand away, before getting and leaving.

Once Rin left Sesshoumaru knew what he needed to do, he would have to keep his distance until the right moment.

Enjoy.