Between Borders
At the sight of Rin Inuyasha grew relief. He didn't realized how anxious he was until he saw her. He was surprised that his arrogant older brother kept her this long. He was grudgingly grateful though. A-Un barely touched the ground when he jumped off. He ran straight to Rin and stopped in front of her.
"Hey you okay?"
He saw Rin eyes watered and feared he did something wrong. Before he could ask what was wrong she quickly hugged him. Inuyasha returned the hug. At the corner of his eyes he saw Sesshomaru glaring at him which wasn't unusual, but this glared was more of a frustration then annoyance.
What's his problem?
"I'm so sorry," Rin said breaking him from his thought.
Inuyasha was shocked, "Why are you sorry? You did nothing wrong."
Before she could replied an annoying squawking was heard, "Lord Sesshomaru," He bowed lowed the moment he reached the demon lord feet.
Sesshomaru ignored the imp and turned towards the trees. That's when Inuyasha saw Koga and a female wolf with him. A quick whiff and he knew who she was to the annoying wolf.
"Hey mutt face is back. I was wondering when you would come back with your tail between your legs."
That arrogant smirk was really pissing him off, "The only one running with their tail between their legs will be you."
Koga was not phase by that which annoyed him. If anything he grew more arrogant. What the hell was wrong with him?
"That is enough Koga," Sesshomaru ordered.
Inuyasha was now really confused. Since when did Sesshomaru cared about the squabble he had with Koga.
"All right. I'm just surprise that dog boy didn't go crazy yet. Considering he doesn't like to share."
That comment emitted a deathly aura from Sesshomaru. His glare was on Koga while his hands twitched, ready to strike. His attention was bought back to Rin when she quickly released him, turning away. He saw her cheeks turned bright red.
She looked at Koga's mate, "Hey Ayame can you accompany me back. I'm starting to feel a little tire."
Ayame quickly nodded, "Yes I will."
But when she was walking away from him he caught a whiff of something that confused him. He grabbed her wrist, Rin stopped, surprised and turned to him. He faintly heard a warning growl. He chose to ignore that. He didn't even bothered to know who growled, his attention was drawn to a scent he didn't think to ever find on her in such a way. He drew her closer and sniff her.
Rin blushed at this close contact, "What are you doing?"
Once Inuyasha realized why her scent was bothering him he drew back and looked at her in surprise, "Why is Sesshomaru's scent all over you?"
He knew the answer when he smell her, he just wanted confirmation. The look she was giving him and how her body reacted to that question confirmed what he didn't want to believed.
He felt something stuck in his throat as he try to speak, "… How… When did this happen?"
Rin quickly try to calm him, "Inuyasha it's not as bad as you are making it out to be."
Before Rin could explained herself Inuyasha anger was directed at his brother, "You bastard! Why the hell did you mate with Rin!"
"WHAT!" Jaken squawk, though they paid little attention to him.
Inuyasha charged at Sesshomaru, much to Rin protest. He swiped at Sesshomaru's face but missed as the demon quickly evaded. Before Inuyasha could switch position Sesshomaru grabbed his raised arm and roughly knock him to the ground. Inuyasha grunted in pain. He struggled but couldn't release his brother strong grip.
"Leave us," Sesshomaru ordered as he still held his strong gaze on his younger brother.
Koga didn't argued, he left with Ayame close by. Ayame had to guide Rin away as she wanted to interfere.
"I need to stop this. It's my fault."
Ayame reasoned, "There is nothing you can do here. They need to end the conflict themselves. You'll only be in their way."
This seem to bring Rin to her senses as she quietly allowed her to be led away. Ayame was able to convince the young fox that arrived with Inuyasha to come with her. He was about the object, but the sight of Sesshomaru made him think better of it and he followed her.
"You too Jaken," He ordered as the imp was still in a state of shock, "But my lord."
The quick glared shut the small demon as he quickly scurried away leading A-Un towards the demon wolves.
Sesshomaru could now deal with Inuyasha without interruptions. It would have been bothersome if Rin had interfered. He felt Inuyasha struggled in his grip.
He growled a warning, "Calm yourself Inuyasha."
Inuyasha growled in defiance, "Why should I! How could you do that to her! She's human!"
He knew this, he would normally never approached a human in the way he has been approaching her. He wondered why she had such an effect on him. Inuyasha outburst prove to be bothersome to him and even a little bit annoying. Inuyasha always had a weak spot for human women. Sesshomaru didn't care much about his affection towards them, but now the thought of his younger brother having affection towards Rin really bothered him.
"Are you angry that a human woman is not showing you affection?" Sesshomaru felt the need to know. If that was the reason then Sesshomaru will not hesitate to show him who's dominate.
The question shocked Inuyasha that he stopped struggling, "What?"
"Are you bother by the idea of a human woman not showing you affection?"
Inuyasha glared at him, "I heard you the first time. That is not the reason you bastard."
The insult made Sesshomaru grip tighten around his neck, but Inuyasha did not flinched, "You showing interest to Rin is dangerous. I've known you for centuries and you never had an interest before. Why now, unless you want something from her?"
Sesshomaru released his hold and back away, much to Inuyasha surprise. He slowly got up.
"You assume Rin has anything to offer me. She doesn't. She is a weak human that always needs protecting."
Inuyasha slowly got up, "Then why bother with her? Rin doesn't deserve that. She needs to be with a man that will offer her his heart."
The thought agitated Sesshomaru, "The idea of another touching her will never happen."
Inuyasha looked deep in thought. There was a pause where neither brothers moved or spoke. Not long after a look of pure realization hit Inuyasha. His eyes widened, "Don't tell me… You're in love with Rin?"
"Don't be ridiculous, she is nothing but a weak human," Inuyasha was right which agitated Sesshomaru more. How such an insignificant creature can wormed her way into his heart?
Inuyasha also didn't believed his lie, "You really are in love with her. You can try to hide it all you want, but believe me the more you try to fight it the worst it will become."
"Are you suggesting I cannot handle my own emotions Inuyasha?" The thought of being lecture by anyone let alone his own brother irritated him.
"Yes that is exactly what I am saying. You've never shown such interest in any women before and all were demoness. Just admit that you are in love with her."
Before Sesshomaru could decide if he was going to punch his brother a scent drifted towards him. His attention was drawn to that scent. It took Inuyasha a bit longer to realize someone was watching them.
"Rin?" Inuyasha asked surprised.
Rin face was shocked, "… You're in love with me?"
She whispered it so low that if they weren't demons they wouldn't have heard her.
"… How long were you there?" Inuyasha asked.
"Long enough."
Both brothers were so focused on each other they didn't realized they were being watch until it was too late. Sesshomaru hated such weakness.
"Inuyasha leave us."
Inuyasha glared at his brother, "Like hell I'll leave you alone with her!"
Sesshomaru glared at him, he didn't have the patience for Inuyasha stubbornness, "This doesn't concern you."
"Like hell it doesn't!"
Before any brother could retaliate Rin voice stopped them, "Please Inuyasha."
Inuyasha seemed unsure, "Are you sure?"
She nodded and smiled, "I am."
Inuyasha glared at his older brother, "If you need help just shout." He quickly disappeared, jumping on tree branches.
Rin didn't know what to say or even how to feel. She couldn't just wait with the wolves. The situation she felt was her fault. Sneaking away wasn't even possible as they would all know. Ayame however seemed to understand her feelings and with some reluctance allowed her to turn back, much to her mate and Jaken protest. She thought the relationship she had with him was only physical. She wasn't naïve enough to believe it was anything else, but hearing Inuyasha claimed made her heart beat fast. She did developed feelings for him and it was before their first intimacy, but she feared if he ever found out then she would have to fear for her life. He made it cleared how much he despised humans and having one developed feelings for him would be an insult to him. Yet seeing him now she didn't fear him, his eyes were soft and tender.
"I didn't realize-"
"Don't let Inuyasha words control you," Sesshomaru cut her off.
"So he was lying?" She didn't believed that.
"Inuyasha actions are control by his feelings. That is how we are different."
He wasn't giving her a straight answer, "Then what is your true feelings for me?"
"Nothing."
Inuyasha words were still on her mind. He would know his brother best regardless of what Sesshomaru do and she knows that bothers him, "I don't believe you." Sesshomaru eyes hardened, but she didn't let that stopped her, "You are afraid that you can't control something you are not use to feeling. What is so wrong about loving someone?"
In a blink of an eye he was in front of her. His eyes held on to her, his claw hand rested on her neck, "Careful what you say Rin."
"Am I'm wrong?"
"You assume I have feelings for you. A creature that cannot even defend herself. I could end you in a moment."
His words did sting her, but she also knew he could have ended her a long time ago. He was trying to block his emotions, "Then do it. If I'm so weak end me."
She knew it was risking. But she was going to call his bluff, "You're playing a dangerous game Rin."
"And I am calling your bluff."
She felt his hand tighten around her neck slightly, she wondered if she made the right choice, but before she could regret her choice she felt lips on her. Her eyes widened. Sesshomaru was kissing her! The hand around her neck loosened and made its way up her cheek. Rin could not think anymore. Her body started to react to his touches. One hand touched his neck while the other went further south. Sesshomaru growled, but this was more of pleasure then aggression. He was enjoying this just as much as she was. She grew bolder and press herself against him. He release her lips much to Rin disappointment, but pleasure shot through her when she felt him licking her neck. She couldn't hold back a moan. Both of her hands were now entangled in his hair. It was soft and easily ran through her fingers. She never felt hair so soft.
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That night was a night she will never forget. It was the first time both accepted their feelings for each other. Sesshomaru led her into such high bliss, her entire body quiver at the feeling. They forgot about their problems that night. There was no distinguish between human and demon, they were just them. Two individuals that were giving their hearts to each other.
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Rin woke when she felt something nuzzled her face. She slowly opened her eyes to find A-Un staring down at her. She smiled, her hands reached up to stroke their snout, "I miss you too."
She slowly got up, her body never felt as relax as it did now. She remembered the night before and couldn't help but smile. That night was different from their first time. She blushed at the thought of it. That thought brought her attention to Sesshomaru, he was nowhere to be seen.
"I guess he brought you hear to wake me," A-Un grunted as if to agree with her, "We shouldn't keep them waiting then."
Rin didn't think much of the consequences of her night with Sesshomaru. That is until she met up with the wolf tribe and the brothers. Many of the wolf demons looked at her in shock, Jaken included. Some avoided looking at her. Koga gave her a knowing smile and Ayame gave her a slight smile. Inuyasha looked embarrassed and couldn't look at Rin at all. Sesshomaru was the only one acting normal. She quickly realized that their nightly activity occurred not too far from these demons that have high sensitive nose and ear. Oh god they heard everything! Rin face turned completely red at the thought and now she couldn't looked anyone in the face.
"Now that sleeping beauty is up we can go," Koga smirked and added, "He must have really worn you out since you slept past noon."
"Hey!" Inuyasha shouted just as embarrassed as she was about his comment.
"I don't get it? What's wrong with her mating? Is it painful for a human?" The young fox that was with Inuyasha asked innocently.
Rin thought she was going to faint. Inuyasha quickly stomp on his head. The kit face plant on the ground. He quickly raised his head and glared at Inuyasha with tears in his eyes, "What did you do that for?"
"Enough," Sesshomaru voice stopped any activities, "Demons will be coming soon. Koga, is your tribe ready?"
Koga nodded, all joking aside, "Yes we will be meeting Ayame's tribe of the north."
Rin was confused. What they planned must have occurred when she was sleeping, "What's happening?"
Ayame answered her, "Naraku's demons are coming in hordes they are determine to break the wall in the west. Though with a horde that big it may be another day before they reach the wall."
Her brother was guarding the wall! Which part she wasn't sure, but the idea of him getting harmed or worst killed frightened her, "Are we going to help them?"
Koga looked at her confused, "We? You're not part of the plan, neither is helping the humans."
"What? But you said the demons are attacking the wall. They need help!" Rin tried to explain.
"That is not our concern Rin. You will be away with Jaken and A-Un," Sesshomaru explained.
"What!?" Jaken exclaimed, apparently this was new to him.
"Take Shippo with you," Inuyasha gestured to the young fox.
"What? But I wanna come too."
"I promise Kagome to keep you safe. You're safer with Rin then you are following me."
Shippo looked like he was about to cry but held himself, "Okay."
Rin walked up to Sesshomaru, she wasn't sure what physical actions was allow, but she gently grabbed his hand. He didn't react or retreated. His attention was on her, "Helping to protect the wall is important. There are many innocent people that don't deserve to die."
"Rin, humans do not distinguish between demons. We are all the same to them," He said this with annoyance. She knew she was irritating him, but she felt that helping them will hopefully bring some understanding to both sides.
"But if we can talk to them-"
"Enough Rin," Sesshomaru cut her off, "Now is not the time. I trust you will follow my order."
Rin knew this was a losing battle. She averted her eyes, "I understand."
She felt his hand on her cheek. She looked up at him surprised at his public affection, "Keep away from view. Naraku is cunning and will exploit any weakness." He said this as a warning to her.
She just nodded, it wasn't much else she could do. He moved away as he saw Inuyasha walking towards them.
"Hey."
Rin forced a smile, "Hi."
"I hope you don't mind about Shippo?"
Rin shook her head, "No not at all."
When he saw that Sesshomaru walked away he quietly spoke to Rin, "I will try my best to convince Sesshomaru to help the humans."
Rin was shocked at this, "You will? Why?"
"I am half human after all. I can't deal with my conscious if we didn't at least try."
Rin hugged him, "Thank you."
"No problem. Just do me a favor and keep safe."
Rin nodded, "I will."
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The sun was setting now. Rin sat by the campfire restless. She wasn't sure on how long they would take and it made her anxious. She was extremely nervous for Ayame as she was pregnant, but the alpha female assured her she would be fine. Jaken didn't even bothered to look at her, giving her such evil glares. She wondered what she did to deserved them. She watched Shippo sleeping on A-Un side. The dragon wrapped his tail around him keeping the young fox warm.
Shippo was pretty quiet in the beginning, but she soon found out it was because he had someone he worry about that will be on the wall. When was surprised a priestess became his surrogate mother. Hiding him and caring for him. It made her glad however that not all humans view them as evil creatures. It took her living with them to realize this. She trust Inuyasha, but Sesshomaru was stubborn and she couldn't rely on Inuyasha to get through to him alone.
Jaken was sleeping in the opposite corner. It would be easy to get passed him. She slowly walked to the dragon who was drifting to sleep. Her movement woke him up. She put a finger to her lips, signaling him to be quiet. She slowly grabbed his reigns. A-Un got up, but the movement woke Shippo.
He quickly stood up and noticed Rin holding on to A-Un reins, "Where are you going?"
She looked at Jaken who was still sleeping, "I'm going to the wall."
Shippo's eyes widen, "Really?"
Rin nodded, "They may not know about the horde of demons. I have to warn them."
"I'm going to."
Rin shook her head, "It's too dangerous. They may attack. I don't want you hurt."
"I'm going. There is someone I have to see," He was determined.
"You mean the priestess?"
He nodded.
She sighed, no use arguing with him. Time is precious and she didn't want to be around for the angry imp to wake.
"Let's go," Shippo happily jumped on Rin's shoulder as she mounted A-Un. But before they could fly she heard a squawk.
"Where are you going?!" Jaken was on his feet running to them.
"Hurry," she motioned A-Un with the reins. The dragon jumped, the gust of wind made Jaken fall.
"WAIT. GET BACK HERE!" His plead was ignored.
This was a risk, but she had to do this. Regardless of her feelings for Sesshomaru, she could not abandoned her kind.
Thank you all for following this story. You guys are amazing. I would like to thank Birdlady, suicuneluvr, Jcat007, and Hikariko93 for the most recent you enjoy this chapter. Next chapter will be fun to do as now Rin is going to reunite with her brothers. I would love to hear what you think about the reunion.
