Inspiration: I have 3 favorite fanfiction of Sesshy&Rin namely, Twilight's Embrace, Forever with Lord Sesshomaru, and Memories of Rin. You might find some similarities in each story that's because I tried to combine them with addition of my own spin and twist in the end. Please read it first before judging. :)

Summary: After Naraku's death, Rin was left in Old Kaede's care to have a normal life. 10 years later, Rin grew up to be a very beautiful young lady and decides to follow Lord Sesshomaru once again. Now their new journey has begun. This is a story about love, sacrifice, and power. You could expect a love triangle, and an unexpected death.

Disclaimer: I don't own Inuyasha nor the characters from Inuyasha. Rumiko Takahashi does. However, I made up some of the characters in this story.

Chapter 7. Revelation

Rin woke up with a heavy heart. Her eyes are swollen. That's right. She'd been crying herself to sleep for the past 3 days now since their awful fight. She locked herself inside her room, hardly going out. Soi and Chiyo have to send her some food inside her room so she could eat but she barely touched the food. She heard from them that Lord Sesshomaru has stormed out from the castle unannounced on the day of their fight and hasn't come back yet.

What have I done wrong? Does he really hate me now?

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Meanwhile in the kitchen, the 4 demons (Tomo, Soi, Chiyo, Jaken) are having a meeting:

"Does anybody have any information about what happened between them?" Tomo inquired.

Everybody shook their heads.

"What can we do? I've never seen Rin like this. I'm concerned. " Soi responded.

"And I haven't seen Lord Sesshomaru like this as well." Tomo added.

"Whatever happened, I'm sure it's Rin's fault. That lady always caused Lord Sesshomaru trouble even when she was a child. She's quite evil to be honest with you. She must have some sort of spell or something like that. Ever since she travelled with us, Lord Sesshomaru has been unpredictable. I always pridict Lord Sesshomaru's moves before; I followed him for a very long time now. I should know." Jaken announced.

"Jaken it's not funny. This is something really serious." Chiyo retorted.

"What makes you think I'm joking? I'm as serious as you are and I'm going to put an end to this. I will ask Rin myself what happened. Feel free to follow me if you wish to know the answers. "

The demon toad walked the hallway to Rin's room and let himself in. The other dog demons followed him since they have no idea what else to do. The door was thrown open by Jaken and he's waving his staff around.

"Hey Rin! What have you done this time? Lord Sesshomaru has been gone for 3 days now. Do you know where he is?!"

"I don't know and I don't care! He's a big demon, he can take care of himself! "

"Why you ungrateful child! How can you just act like this?"

Rin glowered at him in disdain. It was a trait she unconsciously picked up from her Lord.

Jaken took a step back and was some-what fearful.

"GET OUT!"

"Jaken, I think it's better if we just leave her be." Tomo announced.

Jaken and the rest ran out from the room. He muttered about ungratefulness.

Am I really ungrateful? I don't think so. I would do anything for Lord Sesshomaru.

But she can't forget how he made her feel... worthless.

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Rin sneakedout to go to the tavern.

"How are you doing big guy? Missed me?" She petted Ah-Uhn. The 2-headed dragon nuzzled her. She sniggered.

"Do want to go for a stroll?" Ah-Uhn waved his tail.

"Then let's go but be careful, the guards can't see us ok?"

Rin opened the wooden fence and the dragon walked out. After putting the reins and the saddle, she mounted the beast.

"Let's go!"

They went passed the castle's barrier. She thought she could be in trouble for this but then...what could be worse? She wants to get away. At this moment, she doesn't want to talk to anybody but one, Touya. He needs to see Touya, he's the only one who understands her. But how?

Just think of me and something will connect us. JUST TRUST. She remembered what Touya told her. She closed her eyes.

Touya, where are you? I need you.

And just like that, she saw Touya waving at her from the forest.

The dragon landed in the ground. Rin slowly walked towards Touya and cried, pouring her heart out. Touya wrapped his arms around her and hugged her tight.

It took some time before she finally calmed down. He guided her near the stream so they could sit there comfortably. They placed their feet in the water to relax.

"They said, there's no love without pain." Tomo finally talked. He looked at the sky. "Do you believe that, Rin?"

Rin is staring down at the stream, holding back her tears.

"I guess. I don't really know much about love."

"How could you say that? You followed Sesshomaru blindly, trusted him, waited for him, and sacrificed your life in the village for him. Isn't that love?"

"I...i'm not sure anymore." Rin closed her eyes in despair.

"Just because our love is not returned, doesn't mean we have to stop loving. That's called unconditional love."

"Unconditional love? Tell me Touya, how can you endure the pain that goes with it?"

"You can't, Rin. You just have to live with it. That's why it's unconditional. "

"Then I don't know if I'm capable of such, Touya."

"Everyone is capable, Rin. I didnt even know I am...Until I met you."

"Touya, I, I don't know what to say."

"You don't have to say anything, Rin."

Rin rested her head in Touya's shoulder. She loves that he is not giving her any pressure. She just feels so calm with him. For a while they just sat there in silence.

"Touya, I told Lord Sesshomaru about you. He doesn't want me to see you again. I'm sorry."

"Then why are you here right now, Rin? Why did you still look for me?"

"I don't know, all I know is that I needed to see you today."

"Well, as long as you still need me, he can't stop me from seeing you."

Rin is afraid for Touya's life if Sesshomaru finds out she's still seeing him. But part of her just can't let him go.

"He also told me that you're...a demon. Is that true, Touya?"

"Yes...It's true, Rin."

Rin paused and took a deep breath.

"Well, it's not like you lied to me, you didn't tell me you're a human either. I just simply, assumed. I don't care if you're a demon. You're still my Touya. I don't need an explanation."

Touya smiled in contentment at Rin's sentiments.

"See? You are capable, Rin…of unconditional love."

Rin was suddenly taken aback. She lifted her head and faced Touya. Her eyes are blazing like she realized something significant.

"You are right. I am….capable. Touya, THANK YOU."

It finally registered to her. Forgiveness. Then just like that, the heaviness was lifted from her heart.

"Touya, I don't know how to return your kindness. I know how lucky I am to have you..I really am.. But...I don't think I deserve your unconditional love." She gazed at Touya's eyes.

"Rin, we don't choose who we love. And you're not exactly helping either, you, being so….perfect. No man can simply resist... But as I told you before Rin, don't worry about me, I'm not asking for anything in return. As long as..."

"I GUARD MY HEART, AND ALWAYS KNOW MY WORTH...right?"

Touya nodded.

Rin gave him her sweetest smile. Touya touched her cheek with his hand.

"There she is, my beautiful, confident Rin."

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"RIN? WHAT'S THE MEANING OF THIS?" Tomo jumped from the sky. He had been flying, searching for her.

Rin and Touya quickly stood up. Touya was in his defensive position. Rin held his hand to reassure him that there's no threat. She has to introduce him now. There's no point denying. Her relationship with Touya is out in the open now anyway.

"Touya, it's okay. This is Tomo, he's Lord Sesshomaru's cousin. Tomo, this is Touya, he's a….friend of mine."

Tomo is bewildered. He caught him tenderly holding Rin's cheek, and now Rin is holding his hand like she's being protective of him. I don't like this.

"Im Rin's guardian. I'm here to get her back to the castle." Tomo said with arrogance. He's being very haughty.

"I see. And I'm Rin's guardian angel." Touya responded sarcastically.

Rin told Touya once that he is her guardian angel. But now she is alarmed. It seems like both of them are measuring each other. The last thing she wants right now is another fight.

"Don't worry Rin, I'm not gonna fight him. This is just how male demons meet, by measuring each other. " Touya assured her.

"How...did you..know what I?"

"I can read you mind, Rin. I'm sorry I didn't tell you earlier. I just didn't know how to squeeze it in. Our topic was too far out." Touya admitted with humour.

Rin looked at him with amazement. Then Tomo interrupted.

"Rin, we should really go back now before Lord Sesshomaru returns. Or else, we both know the consequences." Tomo demanded.

"He's right Rin. I don't want you to be in trouble with your Lord. I'll see you next time okay? You know how." Touya winked at her.

Rin nodded then Touya disappeared, like he always does. She quickly hopped at Ah-Uhn's back and together with Tomo, they flew back to the castle.

While on their way:

"Rin, Sesshomaru left you under my care when he's away. Are you really trying to get me killed? Do you hate me that much? I'm too young to die, you know. I haven't even found a mate yet." Tomo said in frustration but managed to squeeze a joke.

"I'm so sorry Tomo, I just needed to get some air. It has been so intense in the castle lately. Rest assured that nothing will happen to me when I'm with Touya. He's equally as protective as you and Lord Sesshomaru are."

"What's with that guy anyway? Is he the reason why you and Lord Sesshomaru are fighting?"

Rin sighed.

"Partly, YES. Also,...he said some harsh words to me."

"I see now. Rin, as much as I care of you, I cannot lie to my cousin. If he asks, I need to tell him."

"I understand, Tomo. It's fine. He already hates me anyway. "

"He doesn't hate you, Rin, you know that."

"Yeah I know. I guess I should just apologize huh? Because he never will. Hell would freeze first before that happens."

"Hahaha! You're right. He never will. But for sure he has his own way. You know him well enough. But seriously, you changed him Rin. Everyone can see that. Whatever he said to you, I'm sure he didn't mean that. He still is Lord Sesshomaru anyway. You just gotta be patient with him."

"Yes Tomo, I will. I know better now. Thanks."

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Finally, Rin and Tomo arrived in the castle. They staggered when they saw Lord Sesshomaru already waiting for them looking very snappy.

"Uh-oh, we're dead." Tomo murmured.

"Don't worry. I'll handle this." She reassured Tomo.

I will apologize. Whatever his verdict, I will accept, I can sacrifice. I am capable.

Rin took a deep breath and walked nervously towards Lord Sesshomaru. She noticed her Lord is holding some flowers in his hands. Not just any flowers, white roses, her favorite. Are those for me?

Before Rin even had the chance to speak, Sesshomaru threw the flowers in anger.

"I CAN SMELL HIM ALL OVER YOU!"

Rin was shaken at her Lord's rage. She remembered Touya embracing her for a long time when she was crying. I guess Touya did not hide his presence anymore.

Even Tomo was as shaken. He never saw Sesshomaru this furious.

Rin concluded that it doesn't matter anymore if she apologizes, he will never forgive her. He's impossible. I've had it! Just when she thought she's capable of unconditional love, she not…. Know your worth. She remembered.

She bowed her head. "I'm sorry Lord Sesshomaru. I will leave right away." Then she turned her back to her Lord and started walking out.

"You are not dismissed yet."

"You don't have to. I AM LEAVING YOUR CASTLE." Rin affirmed.

Tomo and Sesshomaru were shocked at her decision. Sesshomaru's anger subsided due to her unexpected declaration. Both stood like a statue, not knowing how to react.

"Rin, I forbid you you to do so!"

"And what are you gonna do? Lock me in the dungeon?" Rin continued walking.

"Face me when you talk to me, ward!"

Rin faced Sesshomaru with resentful look.

"Happy now?" She's being sarcastic.

"Are you really defying me in my own territory?"

"That's why I'm leaving."

"I didn't tell you to leave."

"I didn't tell you to revive me."

"Rin, stop this attitude right now!"

"Who showed attitude first?"

"You're being a brat."

"You taught me to be a brat."

Tomo is astounded with what is occurring in front of him. He can't believe he is witnessing this inconceivable fight.

"Guys, wait, maybe we can sit down and talk about this in a calm manner?" Tomo tried to resolve them but his attempt clearly failed.

"Tomo, stay out of this. Leave us." Sesshomaru ordered.

Tomo dismissed himself. He definitely has no place in this argument. He just hopes Rin is not serious about leaving. Sesshomaru, do something.

The argument continues:

"Sesshomaru, I'm tired. I'm done with this nonsense." It's the first time Rin did not address Sesshomaru as her Lord.

"Then go to your room."

"I told you, I'm leaving."

"You only leave when I tell you to."

"YOU ARE JUST IMPOSSIBLE!" Rin yelled.

Sesshomaru was speechless with her sudden backlash.

"What do you really want to say? Just say it!" Rin added.

Sesshomaru felt unguarded. What is it that he really wants to say? Don't leave me. Rin, don't leave this Sesshomaru. I'm sorry I lost it a while ago. I couldn't stand his scent all over you. You are mine Rin and I will not allow anybody to take you away from me. You're not going anywhere without me…Stay.. But he can't. These feelings that he's trying to hold back are driving him crazy.

He just lost it. He did what he had to do.

He had no idea what kind of demon-kami had possessed him to do it, but in an instant he gruffly grabbed Rin's waist closer to him and….kissed her.

He felt her stiffen in surprise, but it was hard for him to pay attention to anything else once he felt her lips against his. It was so warm…and it made him experience yet again, strange feelings that he is unfamiliar with. She softens against him and wrapped him in her arms in a tender embrace. Her touch is exhilarating him. He can't let himself be carried away so he slowly released Rin.

He looked upon her, and it blew him away. Her beautiful stunning, large brown eyes were full of adoration, eyelids flattering, she gazed at him with her lips still slightly parted. What an incredible site. It took most of his will power to release himself completely from her arms.

"Do you still want to leave?" Sesshomaru whispered in her ear.

"No." Rin smiled in gratification.

Sesshomaru collected the white roses from the ground, the ones he threw earlier, he arranged them..

"By the way, this is for you. It's supposed to be a peace offering."

Rin accepted.

She stared at her favorite flower…White Roses. It reminds her of her Lord Sesshomaru. She has to endure the thorns if she wants to keep the rose.

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Author's note: Thank you for being patient! I'm trying to update one chapter a day as fast as I can so please excuse some grammar and typing errors. Stay tuned for the next update! It's gonna get more serious as promised.