4 Weeks Later
She continued to check her appearance in the mirror, smoothing the edges of her hair with the palms of her hands. Sesshomaru stood to the side, dressed in a red button up and black slacks, his blazer resting over his shoulder, the diamond cuffs of his sleeves undone to allow him a bit more freedom until they were to leave. He was waiting for her to finish getting ready so that they could leave for his company's anniversary party where he would be announcing their engagement to all of his collages. And she was stressing out about how she looked.
He had tried to tell her that she looked perfect already but she kept insisting that something was off and that she needed more of this or more of that which was driving Sesshomaru to the brink of insanity. If this was what it would be like to let her prepare herself, he would hire a specialist specifically for her so that she didn't consume so much time trying to get ready.
"Rin," Sesshomaru called to his fiancée, "We're going to be late if you keep this up."
"Just a few more seconds," Rin said not taking her eyes off the mirror as she curled one last piece of her hair before chiming, "Done."
She stood, turning to look at Sesshomaru as she smoothed out her long red dress with a smile. "How do I look?"
"You look perfect as I've told you many times before," Sesshomaru said offering a light smile as he held his arm out for her. "Now, shall we be on our way?"
"Um, just a second," she said before she turned to pick up the jewelry set Sesshomaru had bought her specifically for this occasion. "Put the necklace on for me please?"
"Hnn," Sesshomaru hummed as he crossed the room, taking the necklace and placing it around her neck as she put in her earrings.
She checked to make sure her engagement ring was still on her finger. She had a very bad habit of taking it off whenever she was getting ready to go somewhere. Noting that it was indeed there, she tucked her arm in her fiancée's before they left the apartment together.
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Rin fidgeted in the limo on the way to the celebration, a nervous look on her face. Sesshomaru, feeling every movement she made through the seat, glanced over at the beautiful dark haired woman that sat at his side. "Rin?"
"Ah, hm?" she hummed turning to look over at the silver haired man.
"You are fidgeting," Sesshomaru pointed out, "Are you nervous?"
Rin lightly bit her bottom lip, nodding just a bit, "A little. What if I don't make a good impression on your collages and cause a big mess for you?"
"That is nothing you should be worried about," Sesshomaru said taking her hand that held the engagement ring in his, rubbing his thumb against the large 10 karat yellow diamond. "You will capture all of their hearts, just as you have captured my own."
Rin couldn't help the large smile that spread across her glossed lips at his words before she nodded, her confidence restored, "Right. Thank you Sesshomaru."
"There is no reason to thank me for telling the truth," Sesshomaru answered, still holding her hand as he looked forward to see how close they were. They were already there, "We're here." He turned and looked at her again, "Just follow my lead."
Rin nodded, watching as the limo door was opened by the driver and Sesshomaru stepped out. Cheers were heard upon eyes falling on the beautiful man before he turned, offering his hand to Rin. She took it, stepping out of the limo before wrapping her arm in his. Together they walked down the red carpet, stopping briefly for photos to be taken before they stepped into the beautifully decorated building.
"It's beautiful," Rin whispered making Sesshomaru glance down at her.
"Hnn," he hummed as they walked through the room to where he had spotted his Father and Izayoi standing as well as Inuyasha and his wife.
"Ah Sesshomaru, Rin, there you are," Touga greeted, grinning at the happy couple as they made their way towards them. "We were afraid you would not show. Rin you look beautiful."
A slight blush crossed her features, as she gave a slight smile, "Ah, thank you Touga."
"And Sesshomaru you look as dashing as ever," Izayoi complimented.
"Thank you, Izayoi," Sesshomaru said. "You look beautiful yourself."
The elder woman smiled as she tucked her arm in her husband's again. "Thank you Sesshomaru." She glanced around the room, noting all the beautiful decorations that adorned the walls of the hall they were in as well as the blown up photos of the owner. "You have outdone yourself this time, Sesshomaru. I believe this will be one of the best anniversary parties you've thrown yet."
"Rin played a part in this," Sesshomaru answered gesturing to the woman on his arm. "Most of the decorations you see were her idea. As well as the photos."
"Then I assume we can expect more celebrations like this to come," Inuyasha spoke for the first time. "With you guys being an item and all."
Rin nodded as she took a glass of champagne from one of the servers that had passed her by, "I think I'll be doing the party planning from now on."
"Good," Inuyasha said teasingly as he glanced at his older brother who glared in return.
"Boys, play nice," Kagome said pulling at one of Inuyasha's ear lightly making him yelp.
"My ears are very sensitive Kagome," Inuyasha reprimanded as his wife let go.
"I know, that's why I grabbed it," Kagome said folding her arms over her chest.
"Why you…" Inuyasha grumbled, giving her his best glare.
It was ineffective.
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Rin let her head rest on Sesshomaru's shoulder as they danced across the floor together, content with being in his arms. She felt the kiss he had pressed to her temple and smiled, her arms tightening around his neck ever so slightly.
"Are you enjoying yourself," Sesshomaru asked irking a brow as he glanced down at his fiancée who nodded. "Good. We will hold the announcement in a few moments, after this song ends."
Rin bit her lip as she tensed up, she didn't' know if she was ready for that just yet.
"There is no need to worry," Sesshomaru said when he felt her become tense.
Rin nodded, smiling up at him just as the song came to an end, "Then shouldn't we be on our way?"
"Hnn," he hummed, moving to tuck her arm in his as they made their way to the centre of the room.
Walking up the steps to the stage where the microphone was held, Sesshomaru released Rin's arm and silently asked her to stand a little ways off until he motioned for her, which she did. Taking the microphone, he spoke, "Thank you all for coming out and celebrating the five year anniversary of this company that many people have put every ounce of their strength into making it a success."
Claps around the room were heard from the audience before they died down again and Sesshomaru continued.
"Tonight I have a very special announcement to make," Sesshomaru said gesturing for Rin to move a bit closer.
She did, coming to stand directly at his side.
"As of several weeks ago, I am now engaged to be married to this beautiful woman," Sesshomaru said gesturing to Rin.
Once again everyone fell into applause.
"So get used to seeing her face," Sesshomaru said, giving a slight, rare smile. "She will be here for a long while to come."
Finished. One chapter left then this baby is DONE. Finally. Anyways, reviews are love.