Chapter 10: Hurt
Izumi: (Thinking) I will go find Sesshomaru the first thing in the morning, then prove to Rin that he is just toying with her feelings...Rin, wait for me
Sesshomaru on the other hand was resting comfortably on top of a tree. He looked into the sky once more and saw thousands and thousands of stars sparkling brightly. The stars are scattered into different places and seems to be forming something. Sesshomaru looked closer as he saw Rin's face appearing in the sky.
Sesshomaru: (Shook his head) What am I thinking? And what was I doing just now? (Flashback) the sky is beautiful but it's nothing compared to you (Shook his head once more) Why am I behaving this way? This is something that I; Sesshomaru will never expect myself to do. I even attempted to…kiss her? What was I thinking? I should not be acting this way; this isn't my style at all (Thought through) I cannot love her, I must stop these feelings before I sink any further…
The next day
Izumi as planned, went looking for Sesshomaru. He walked a few distances and spotted Sesshomaru standing by the riverside. He immediately walked over and strikes a conversation.
Izumi: (Spoke rudely, looking at Sesshomaru) Oi, there's something I have to talk to you about
Sesshomaru remained silent
Izumi: (Starting to get angry) It's about Rin
Sesshomaru seems a little shocked but remained calm. He did not utter a word once more.
Izumi: Rin is the most innocent girl I had ever met and is the one and only girl that I will love, so, I will never forgive anyone who dares to touch her
Sesshomaru: (Answered coldly) And your point is?
Izumi: Let Rin leave with me
Sesshomaru: (Seems a little startled but remained calm) And why must I let you do that?
Izumi: You don't even love her, so why keep her by your side then?
Sesshomaru: I did not force her to stay by my side; it was her who decides to follow me
Izumi: (Felt his heart boil but calm himself down) Fine, then you should know about her true feelings…towards you
Sesshomaru remained silent.
Izumi: (Firm and serious tone) But, I wouldn't let her continue those feelings towards you because demons like you aren't worthy of loving and therefore can never learn to cherish humans!
Sesshomaru: (Frowned a little) I am aware of Rin's feelings but I can never return those feelings to her
Izumi: And why is that so?
Sesshomaru: (Heard footsteps, felt the presence of someone) Just like you said, I do not love her
Izumi: Then why did you attempted to kiss her back then?
Sesshomaru: (Chuckled coldly) Aren't I doing a good deed to her? She wants a kiss and I'm giving it to her, so what's wrong with that? Humans are pathetic creatures who desires for things they could never get. Her feelings are simply just worthless. I, Sesshomaru would never fall for a pathetic, lowlife human being.
Izumi: (Frowned and smiled) That's all I need to know (Drew out his sword and said sternly) though I knew it all along, I can never forgive those who hurt Rin, especially you. So die youkai!
Izumi prepared his attack.
Sesshomaru: (looked at Izumi calmly) Victory is clear, but if you wish to die (drew out his sword and turned his attention to Izumi) then I shall fulfill your wish
Izumi: Humph, you shall pay for toying with Rin's feelings, but I should thank you because I could finally take her away from you. She would definitely be happier with me than with you
All of a sudden, a crack was heard. Izumi immediately turned his head behind and spotted a crying Rin covering her mouth with her right hand.
Izumi: (A little shocked, whispered) Rin?
Rin stared into Sesshomaru's eyes, while Sesshomaru returned the stare. He then closed his eyes, returned his sword back to the sheath and walked off calmly.
Rin could not believe what she had just heard; she backed off a few steps and ran off, without uttering another word. Worried, Izumi ran after her. After a few moments, Rin suddenly stopped and squatted down.
Izumi: (Walked over quietly and squatted down beside her, whispered) Rin, everything is going to be all right
Rin: (Suddenly hugged Izumi and cried sorrowfully) I-I loved him so much and never expects any love from him, but how could he say that? I don't understand! I don't understand at all…
Izumi: (Blushed a little) It's okay Rin, it's better to know the truth earlier than to know it after you fall any deeper, it's okay Rin, just cry it out, it'll make you feel better (returned the hug and patted Rin's back)
Rin hugged onto Izumi tightly and cried her heart out. She did not expect Sesshomaru to say all those things about her. She felt so betrayed, so disappointed and so angry! She could not control these feelings. However, she knew that deep inside her heart, she still carries a lot of feelings for Sesshomaru, and those feelings could never be replaced.
After a long period of time, Rin stop crying and let go of Izumi. She then wiped her tears slowly using her sleeve. After doing so, she turned to Izumi and spoke.
Rin: (Eyes filled with gratitude, voice still a little shaky) T-Thank you Izumi, I really appreciate all these; lending me your back for me to cry on…S-Sorry I wet your back…
Izumi: (Smiled) It's okay, I wouldn't do it for anyone except for you
Rin: (Smiled and blushed a little) R-Really thanks, you are the only person in the world who truly cares about me
Izumi: (smiled) Then, (Grabbed onto Rin's hands once more) will you promise to leave this place with me?
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