Sesshomaru had to say that this trip would be one of the best he had since his father bought the place when he first married Izayoi. He was always dragged off against his will, even when he moved out and got his own place, his father made sure he went. Now, with Rin there, it seemed brighter, even calmer. Sitting across from her at the small kitchen table in the breakfast nook, he sipped his glass of tea watching for her.

He could imagine them sitting in his own kitchen, drinking a morning cup of coffee, sitting in the living room in the late evening, or even snuggling under the comforter on a cold winter night. He planned on asking her to take a stroll with him tonight, show her the lake with the moonlight reflecting off the water.

"Hey, Fluffy," Inuyasha interrupted his thoughts, drawing a growl from him, "Why don't you take Rin on a tour of the house?"

His brother could be a brat most of the time, but there were those rare moments like now, he could be useful. He stood and held his hand out to Rin, "Shall we?" She looked at his hand, before nodding. She took it and let him lead her away. He took her up the back stairs off the kitchen knowing that she had seen most of the first floor on her way through the house. He only pointed out the set of stairs leading to the suit over the garage where Inuyasha and his wife stayed.

The stairs come up to the open sitting room. He wave to a door on his right, "Your mother's room is here with Mia across the hall from her." he waved to the door on the left. "Each of their rooms has a bathroom." He watched as she nodded, not saying a word. He wondered what she would say when she saw their rooms or more so when she saw that they shared a bathroom. He had given the room that was normally his to Mia as to allow the nurse maid to be nearer to Kaede during the night as well as being able to be closer to Rin.

He placed a hand on the small of her back leading her forward past the main stairs to the small hall where their rooms where. He thought it would be best to show her own room first. He opened the door leading letting her go in first. "This is yours." He noticed her bag was sitting on the four post bed which was decked out in fall colors of oranges and brown.

He could see she liked the room from how her eyes sparkled as they looked around the room. He walked to the bathroom door, pushing it open, "Here is your bathroom." She walked forward, looking through the door. She would have noticed the other door right a way. The confused look told him even before she spoke.

"Who's room is that?"

He smiled and walked across the little area holding two sinks and past the door to the toilet and bathtub. He opened the door to his room and waved he forward, "This is mine. Inuyasha had made the sleeping arrangements and had put Mia in here. I thought it would be best for her to be nearer to Kaede during the night, so I gave her mine, the one across from your mother's."

She seemed surprised, but remained silent. She just nodded and turned around to leave him. He took old of her hand, pulling her back towards him, "Rin..." She looked up at him with wide eyes, but they weren't filled with fear. At the sight of the tears glistening on the edge of falling, his heart started breaking. "What's wrong, Love?"

Rin shook her head, "I can't do this. I thought I could, but I just can't." She hung her head, her hair falling forward to hide her face.

He hooked a finger under chin, lifting her face to his again. "Rin, what can't you do? Tell me, please."

She closed her eyes and pressed her face into his chest, "I can't go on knowing it will never be. How could a poor little orphan ever be what you need in your life?"

Orphan? He lead her over to his bed, sitting them both down, having a feeling that everything was coming out now. "What are you talking about?"

She took a deep breath pulling back from him wiping her eyes, "Kaede isn't my real mother. She was my last foster parent I had before leaving for college. My real mother and father died when I was really young. There was no other family members the state could find, I guess, since I went into foster care shortly after. I went from a nice high ranked girl to a nothing over night."

He stopped her, "Never say you're nothing, Rin. You're someone really special. You hear me?" She nodded, wiping her eyes again. "Now, go on."

"Well, I was too young to understand what was happen at the time, except that I just lost my parents. I didn't realize that everything went with them. The money that sent me to the best school, got the new clothes, the things I needed or wanted. I wore what clothes I had until I out grew them, then was given second hand or hand me downs from other foster kids, only got the things needed at the last moment, sometimes not even then.

"I even had to go to what ever school the state could send me to until Inuyasha told me about a scholarship at the high school. He even got your father to talk to my caseworker about getting me moved to a foster family near the school so I could go. I went through three before Kaede and then I was only with her for a month." her voice had lowered at the mention of the school. The last place they had had seen each other and everything went wrong for them.

He framed her face with his hands holding it up to his, "I understand now. You think because you are an orphan, not a dime to your name, and lost your standing with the world that you are not good enough for me? That everything I have will always be too good for you?"

She nodded, lowering her head again. He pulled her against him, letting her cry as the pain of the memories came back to her. His heart went out to her. He had never known. He had known her only a little when they were children and she was friends with Inuyasha. He had mostly been with his birth mother until she finally had enough of him and left him at his father's on night, never to return.

By that time, Rin had vanished from Inuyasha's side, though he had thought her family moved not allowing them to see each other since he heard his brother talking to her on the phone sometimes and even writing letters to her. He remember seeing many letters from her in the mail. When she showed up at the school he had just figured they moved back. Then she skipped a grade after only being there a few months and she was in his grade.

He had started talking to her only because they had a project they had to do together. The arguments had started there. They were both smart, but refused to agree on anything. He didn't know when he started liking her, he just started wanting to talk to her, see her, anything that had caused him to hear her voice or be near her. She was the reason he started missing answers on tests, just to argue over the fact that she couldn't be smarter then him. Of course he would make sure to keep at the same level as her, never dropping to low.

He looked down at her, sleeping peacefully in his arms as they laid on his bed. She had cried herself out and was so exhausted she had fallen sleep. He didn't mind at all, being able to hold her. He knew he wanted to hold her through the nights and wake up beside her every morning. One thing kept nagging him though. Her family wasn't down on their luck, not even close to it. They must of had a good company, as good as his father's. So what happen to it? Their shares should been put into a trust for Rin and used to care for her. The state cold have used it to give the best to her, but she had lived off the what the state had for foster kids instead. Maybe his father could find out for him.

Then there was this so called Uncle. She had said that she had went to foster care shortly after the deaths of her parents. If she had an Uncle, why hadn't she gone to him? Did they even find him, did he even come forward? Why choose now to come forward? What was his plan? Sesshomaru was even more confused over this man now, then when he first heard of him. He just hoped the information Tiko was gathering from him would answer some of his question. For now, he would prove to her that he wanted her and she was more than worthy of him.

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Jaken sighed into his bowl of noodles. He had followed Sesshomaru to the lake as he did every year with the hope and wish that he would be able to catch the man walking alone on a moonlight night. He had gotten a big surprise when he picked up Rin and her family. He had never asked me to join him on the family trip.

They had lunch at at a diner and Sesshomaru had even given her a kiss before getting out of the car. He had sat next to her at their table; even flirted with her in front of the waitress. He had sat a few booths down, hiding behind his menu watching closely. He had thought he was going to leave them when he stepped out to answer his phone only to see him just outside the door talking on it. He kept looking at Rin, but something in his look told Jaken that what he was listening to was worrying him.

He wanted to know what was it that worried him. Was it something Rin might have done? Had she forgot to tell a client that he wasn't going to be in? Had she stolen something? The very thought that Rin would be in trouble had him snickering under his breath. He was enjoying himself so much he failed to notice when Sesshomaru walked back in and sat next to her. It wasn't until he lowered his menu to give his order to the waitress that he saw him, his arm on the back of the booth behind her.

Jaken rubbed his head at the memory of falling out of his chair at the sight. Now, he sat in his little camp having his dinner. He had camped out at the same place every year, as near as to the back of the house as possible. It had a great view of Sesshomaru's Room, but sad to say no tree to climb. He sighed again and took a bit. He had also not seen Sesshomaru since they had arrived in that afternoon. He had taken the bags in before sitting down in the breakfast nook with a glass of tea. Soon after he had taken that girl out of sight. Where could he be?

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Rin felt warm and comfortable. She had felt that way in a long time. Strange that her pillow felt hard and warm. Was it breathing? Her eyes snapped open reveling a dark blue room. She recognized the room as the one Sesshomaru had said was his. It was twilight and the only a small bedside lamp lite the room.

She looked down to where her hand was resting and her head had been just moments ago. Sesshomaru's eyes were closed, his chest lifting and falling gently in slumber. She must have fallen asleep while crying in his arms. She remembered telling him the truth of her past, but nothing after that. She looked around taking in that her shoes were off and they were no longer on the edge of the bed. Sesshomaru must have taken them off and moved them up to the headboard.

She sighed, scooting back away from him. Her movement caused him to turn over and reach for her, only to find the area she had been empty. His eyes fluttered opened, blinking at her for awhile before smiling up at her. His golden eyes glowed with an emotion.

"Hey."

She blushed and hid her face by lowering it down, "Hey."

His finger hooked her chin and lifted her face, "Don't be embarrassed." He leaned forward, pressing his lips to her for a small kiss before pulling back.

Rin stared at him, wide eyed. She raised a hand to her lips, confused. He was still flirting with her. Why? "I should go to my own room." She went to move off the bed only to be pulled back and tucked underneath him.

He looked down at her, "Please don't, Rin." He rested his forehead on hers. "You're closing down on me again."

She wasn't closing down. He knew the truth, he knew she was worthless, not a dime to her name or even a standing in life. "You said you understood. You said..."

He shook his head, placing a finger on her lips, "What I said was that you thought were worthless. I have never thought you worthless. I know you re more then worthy." He lowered his head nuzzling her cheek. "I had the best ever sleeping with you in my arms."

"But I have no..."

Her words were stopped as his lips covered hers. His soft lips worked across hers. When she gaped, he took advantage slipping his tongue inside her warmth. She felt as if she was drifting on air. Her arms twined themselves around his neck, her fingers threading through his long hair. He pulled away to kiss down her neck, drawing a moan from her swollen lips. She tilted her head to the side to allow him better access.

KNOCK KNOCK

He growled against her skin, but lifted his head. His eyes were bright with passion. He sighed and lowered his head to hers, resting his forehead on hers again. "What?"

"Mom says it time for dinner." It was Inuyasha.

Sesshomaru sighed and stood, walking to the door. Rin was about to stop him when he grabbed the handle and twisted it. Throwing it open, he stared down his half brother. "We will be done in a minute."

Rin had moved to the side of the bed and was putting on her shoe by then. When she lifted her head again, Inuyasha was looking at her over his brother's shoulder. She smiled weakly at him before lowering her eyes again to the floor.

"Sure thing, dude."

Rin listened to the door being shut and Sesshomaru moving back across the floor to her.

"You want to freshen up before we go down?" She nodded, standing from the bed and started for the bathroom. A hand grabbed her hand causing her to turn and look at Sesshomaru. He lifted his other hand to cup her cheek, "Always remember that you are worthy to me, Rin." He pressed his lips to hers before turning her around and giving her a gentle shove towards the bathroom.

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Inuyasha hummed as he did a little jig down the front stairs. Things were going great. Sesshomaru had started to really go after her now. Finding her in his room, sitting his bed no less! Her shoes off, hair bed ragged, and a warm blush tinting her cheeks. If he had known that sending those two on a tour alone would jump them this far, he would have invited her on this trip long ago when they were in high school. This vacation should prove to be interesting.

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Ginta now knew his friend had lost it. At first he just thought it was a just a faze, but now he knew better. Koga couldn't really think he get away with it? Kidnapping the girl? Well, his planned called it rescuing but against her will? Ginta knew the girl didn't have feelings for his friend or ever had feelings towards him besides friendship.

He had hopped that the little fascination over her would either stay the harmless dreaming and wishing or fade away to another girl. He had made sure there was no harm towards her. Had sent that football player to the party to watch over Koga's movements, followed him when he had gone to talk to her about what had happened and pulled him off of her.

He had tried his best to keep him away from her after he had gotten himself kicked out of the college. There had been times when he had gotten away from him, but he had made sure that he was catch and dragged away before he was able to do much harm. If it hadn't been for Koga's mother getting and asking him to bring him to see her, he didn't know what would have happened now that he had come to see the truth of his friend's madness.

In all those years, he had been there, bailing him out of jail or paying someone to keep their mouth shut. He had made promise to Koga's father long ago. He would watch over his son and keep him out of trouble, for his mother's sake and health. For all she knew, Koga has a girlfriend that he plans on marrying and she was perfect.

"Ginta! Where are those Tango's Property reports?" Koga yelled from the study where he had been since returning from court that afternoon.

Ginta sighed and scooped the file from the side table in the hall as he walked past. He stopped by the door and starred at his friend. He was standing over his desk, papers scattered over the wooden surface and carpeted floor. His hair, once smooth and neat, was wild and sticking out in places. A suit, once neatly pressed and iron, was hanging over the back of his chair along with his tie leaving his once crisp white shirt was wrinkled and torn open at the throat.

It wasn't the disheveled state he was in, but the look in the man's eye. The look told anyone who faced him down that he wouldn't stand for them to become between him and what he wanted...Rin. Yes he promised a man he owed his life to that he would care for his son, but...now, seeing how crazed he was over this "RIN"...Ginta really wondered what that man knew of Koga. Did he have the answers that he was just finding out himself? Or did that man die wondering what was wrong with his son?

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Rin sighed as she rolled over to face the window. The sun was shinning onto the greenish blue water of the lake causing it to sparkle. She would have found the sight beautiful, but thoughts of last night had been running through her mind all night. She had only got snatches of sleep before dawn and haven't been back to sleep since. She couldn't get the questions out of her head

Flashback

After Sesshomaru had told her to freshen up, she had pulled a brush through her tangles and fixed her make-up. She had even changed into an orange sun dress. He had been waiting for her in the hall outside their rooms. He had changed out of his wrinkled clothes, staying comfortable, yet still held that aura of elegance. She had blushed at his compliment of looking beautiful as he kissed the back of her hand. She shivered at the feel of his lips on her skin and the reminder of what had happened when Inuyasha had interrupted them. She wondered what would have happened if he hadn't done so then pushed the question from her mind.

She had allowed him to tuck her arm though his and lead her downstairs to the main dinning room where her mother and Mia were waiting with Taisho and Inuyasha. Mia was sitting to Taisho's right while her mother and Inuyasha sat across from each other at the other end of the table. She heard dishes clanking just as Izayoi and Kagome came in carrying dishes.

"Sit...sit. Food is ready and waiting." Izayoi cheerfully waved them to the other side of the table where two chairs were empty as she sat down the bowl.

Sesshomaru ushered Rin around the table sitting her down between her mother and himself, across from Kagome who sat between Mai Inuyasha. The meal was simple, yet well prepared. Izayoi had it made up before they had left Tokyo that morning, but Rin couldn't seem to eat it. She was still confused as to what had happened upstairs. She had told Sesshomaru about her past and not only was he still flirting with her, but he was even more open about it.

Rin looked around the table, everyone was cheerful and laughing. Even her mother was having such a good time, Rin couldn't let her confused thoughts ruin it for her. She lowered her head to look at her plate, pushing the little amount of food around like a little kid. Sesshomaru ha noticed it though. He had tried to get her to try something off his plate that she hadn't gotten.

She had, of course, offered to help clean up, but Izayoi wouldn't hear of it and dragged her husband off to the kitchen to do dishes. Mia had taken Kaede up to her her room already while Inuyasha and Kagome headed to the great room leaving Sesshomaru and Rin to themselves. He offered a walk in the moonlight, but Rin had taken to being tired. She had to be alone, had to think.

Sesshomaru had walked her to her room offering to show her the lake tomorrow. She could see no way out of it, since Izayoi had made plans on sewing with Kaede, Inuyasha and Kagome were heading into town for a few things they forgot, she accepted. She should have figured out these thoughts by then. "Goodnight, Sesshomaru." He took her face between his hands, kissing her lips gently causing even more confusion, before whispering goodnight and leaving her to go his own room.

Flashback End

Rin heard the shower turn on in the bathroom causing her to come back to the present and sighing to herself, she sat up. She had hoped she would be able to figure it all out before having to face him, but all she ended up was not getting much sleep and even more questions unanswered. Pushing the blankets from her legs, she stood and slowly started getting ready from the day, questions still floating around.

He had told her that she was worthy, but was she worthy of him? What did he see worthy? What was she worthy of? What did he believe could happen between them if they gave it a go? What would happen if it didn't work out? What if it did work out? The standard her family had was long gone. There was no hope of her getting that back anytime soon. Not with her life as the way it was.

A knock sounded causing her to jump. She slowly lowered her brush, looking at the bathroom door. "Yes?" She knew who it was and that caused her breath to catch. Him, just on the other side of the door. She swallowed and tried not to look worried as the door opened a little to allow him to poke his head in.

"You ready to go down?"

What was she going to do?

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Hello, my people. I am back...I am sorry it has taken me so long.

So on with the talk...

Let's see, what have we got so far? Oh, yeah. Rin told Sesshomaru truth about her life and he still holding her close. Which caused Rin to because confused. Will she get her questions answered or will Sesshomaru answer them for her? Will he tell her about her so called uncle?

And Jaken seemed to have shown his ugly face again. Wonder if he knows Sesshomaru changed rooms? If not, then oh well. He'll figure it out soon enough. Hope he doesn't scare Mia.

Koga has plans on kidnapping Rin...wonder what Ginta thinks of this now? You think he will finally do something to stop him, instead of just standing by like last time?

We'll wait and see.

Review Answer Corner

lovely123

Thank you and welcome

anominous

She didn't need to look. She was only going to look because she thought he would fire her, but he didn't so she didn't.

Nt200

? confused.

Icegirljenni

I hope the sharing of a bathroom and the scene in his room was good enough for you. I just couldn't think of a way to put her in his room.

We can at least say he will not be pulling Rin away from Sesshomaru. He might have to be bought, but then I can't see Sesshomaru letting anyone get away with hurting Rin, so who knows what happens to the uncle once he really comes face to face with them.

No she did not know about the uncle. Kaede did, but only that he wanted nothing to do with Rin. You will just have to wait and see what Tiko digs up for Sesshomaru.

It's fine.

Yuri

lol thank you.

DivineRose91

Sesshomaru is way a head of them all, just needs to get Rin to trust him and i'm sure he will here soon.

I hope the "KISS" in this chapter was hot enough for you. And yes I will be kicking Inuyasha's butt for the interruption. Just have to fine him to do it.

Jolie

Thank you...i hope you enjoyed the chapter and the kiss.

Taraah36

It's Tiko...T...I...K...O...TIKO. He my little buddy, but nosy as hell.

I'm sure he dated, just to get his father off his back, but nothing on going. A used them throw them sort of thing.

Their there at the lake for two weeks dear. Believe me he had time and she not going anywhere.

Did you read the second chapter yet? Did it help make the story easier to understand? I hope so, if not, I must be loosing my touch...oh no! I can't be loosing that! LOL