Author's Note: Hi everyone! I'm no longer in Atlanta, I'm back at home. Tennis try outs start Monday... Okay, guys. After this chapter I only plan to write two more. Heal Me is almost over(:
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Heal Me

Chapter 24

It was Friday after school and Kagome and InuYasha were in the kitchen getting something to eat. InuYasha was making them both some chicken ramen while Kagome sat on the island watching him.

"Hey InuYasha?"

"Yes Koi?"

"…Do you think that Naraku will come back?"

InuYasha immediately stopped stirring the noodles and whipped around to face Kagome. "Why would you ask that?"

"It's just that… I felt something after that dream… I think it was a sign… an omen. Why else after all these years would I have a dream like that? I didn't even have nightmares back when he raped me… It has to be a sign… Naraku must be coming back; or something bad that involves him is going to happen," Kagome said.

InuYasha was quiet for a while, thinking long and hard about what Kagome said. He had paused for so long that Kagome thought he had no intention of answering her. But he spoke up right as she was about to try and grab his attention again.

"If that bastard does show up again, I'll protect you. I'll take that as an opportunity to end his ass once and for all," InuYasha said solemnly.

Kagome sighed. What had she told him about being hateful? "InuYasha…"

"No Kagome!" the hanyou interrupted. "No! I know I shouldn't be hateful—it's bad for the soul and all that jazz. But whatever! Naraku did something unforgivable to you and a lot of other people! He deserves more than just jail! You remember what the police officer said back then, don't you?" InuYasha yelled feeling fired up and malignant.

"Officer Shiro?" Kagome asked.

"Yeah! He said that Naraku deserved the death penalty, but didn't get it. He said that we could do anything—even kill him—if he breaks out and tries something! He hurt you! I won't forgive him! And if I get the chance, I'll kill him," InuYasha said grimly.

Kagome sat there quietly, knowing that InuYasha's bloodlust was wrong, but also that there was nothing she could do about it. He shouldn't be so hateful and ready to kill, but at the same time he's somewhat justified.

"Alright InuYasha…" the girl sighed. But she then perked up, the fact that she was hungry once again registering in her mind. "Is the ramen ready?" Kagome asked her silver-haired love.

"Yeah," InuYasha replied as he turned to her with two bowls and chopsticks in hand. "Here you go."

"Thank you, InuYasha," she said sweetly. She began to eat her noodles that were saturated with chicken flavoring, as InuYasha went to the fridge to get them both something to drink. Kagome smiled and thanked InuYasha again when he brought her a can of soda.

After the two finished eating, they went to the den to relax and watch TV, enjoying the rest of their day.

Somewhere in the less populated area of downtown Tokyo was a dark and gloomy prison. It was filled with all kinds of criminals; they ranged from teenagers that made the stupid decision of robbing a grocery store at gunpoint to rapists and killers. In one particular cell sat a man with greasy black hair and dull red eyes. Right in front of the door and all the windows of his cell were high-tech, heat-sensing lasers. They, and the guards always standing outside his door, kept him from escaping. He'd gotten away from jails before. In fact, he did so enough times to make a record for himself. It was because of that record that he was under such earnest surveillance. He rolled his eyes, pissed and exasperated. He would find a way out of this one, no matter what precautions they took. Unfortunately, he had not yet figured out how to escape. And he had no one but his brother's family to blame. So what if he fucked his niece? So what if it had been totally against her will? And so what if she had only been thirteen while he'd been in his mid-thirties? It was all her fault—hers and that nasty half-breed's. It was the two of them that drove his own little brother to imprison him. Oh, he would get his revenge. He'd get out and kill that little bitch and her disgusting puppy. Oh yes; but before he kills her, he'll have some more fun with the body that he's sure has developed some more. And as for the half-breed… oh he was ready for him. He made sure that he got in touch with some of his connections, despite being locked up. Being an internationally known criminal had its perks. A helpful partner of his brought him just what he'd needed. Oh yes, he'd be ready for the half-breed indeed…

Over at the Takahashi residence, a certain young couple was enjoying their time alone. Rin and Sesshoumaru sat at the dinner table surrounded by candles and roses. Pachlebel's Canon played in the background as sat, ready to enjoy their extravagant lunch. Rin smiled as she stared into the beautiful eyes of the man she loved. Sesshoumaru sat at the head of the table, and Rin sat in the first seat on his left side. The eldest Takahashi son leaned over toward his intended. She met him halfway and their lips met, locking together in a kiss. They broke apart after a little while, a soft smack resulting from the separation of their mouths. Sesshoumaru and Rin gazed deeply into each other's eyes. Rin slowly got up out of her seat and moved over to Sesshoumaru. She gently placed herself on his knee; she sat sideways, her legs crossed over his as she wrapped her arms around his neck. Sesshoumaru placed his arms around her middle and pulled her flush against him.

Rin pressed her lips against her lover's once again. After a few seconds she pulled away. She removed her arms from his neck and laid her head on his shoulder. Rin placed one tiny hand on Sesshoumaru's strong chest; her right arm was left tucked between the two of them. Sesshoumaru and Rin sat in a comfortable silence for a little while. Several minutes had passed when Sesshoumaru all of a sudden picked Rin up off of his lap and put her back in her chair gently.

"Sesshy?" Rin asked confused.

Sesshoumaru turned to her and smiled. "Food's ready." Only seconds later did one of the maids come through the door with the meal she prepared.

Sarah, the young maid they had asked to make them food, placed a plate in front of each of them.

"Here you go, Mr. Takahashi, Ms. Rin. I have prepared you a lunch of beef burgundy, mashed potatoes, and green beans. Here are you utensils," Sarah said as she handed them their silverware.

"Thank you, Sarah," Sesshoumaru said coolly.

"Yeah, thanks! This looks great," Rin seconded.

Sarah nodded. "You're very welcome. Thank you for the compliment, miss." She said to them politely. She continued when Rin smiled up at her in a silent 'you're welcome'. "Well, what shall I get you two to drink?"

Sesshoumaru turned to Rin, silently telling her to go first.

"Oh well… May I have pineapple juice?" Rin asked sweetly.

"Of course, ma'am." Sara said. "And what will you have, Lord Sesshoumaru?"

"The same, thank you," he answered.

"Alright!" Sarah exclaimed. "I'll be right back with your drinks."

She headed off to the kitchen, leaving Rin and Sesshoumaru alone in a comfortable silence.

Kagome and InuYasha had invited the rest of their group over and they were all hanging out together. Kouga and Ayame had brought snacks. Sango and Miroku brought games. When they came over, the six teenagers started a little party amongst themselves. They were having plenty of fun, but weren't causing any trouble.

Back over in Naraku's cell, he was pacing the room. He was also muttering to himself as he tried to figure out a way to get of the hell called prison. Frustrated and angry, he stomped back over to his cot and plopped down onto it. He laid back and rested his eyes for a moment. Eventually he had gotten to thinking about the reason he was in there again. Naraku's blood red eyes snapped open, anger consuming his very being. But that anger faded away as something on the very high ceiling caught his attention. A smirk spread on his face as a thought crossed his mind.

'This could prove to be useful…'

"Sesshoumaru! What are you doing?" Rin giggled as she was picked up bridal style. The two of them had just finished their delicious lunch, and Sesshoumaru had surprised her by swinging her up into his arms.

"Rin," Sesshoumaru said seriously. "Let us discuss something for a moment," he said as he took her over to the living room. He sat her down on one of the couches and then settled beside her.

"What's wrong, Sesshy?" Rin asked worriedly.

Sesshoumaru shook his head, making his gorgeous white hair sway like strands of silk. "There's nothing. I just want to do something important today," Sesshoumaru answered her. He then grabbed her hands and looked her in the eyes. "Rin… we have already decided that we are going to mate, correct?"

Rin nodded, unable to find her voice as she stared into Sesshoumaru's smoldering eyes.

"Well then, Rin… My parents have gone… and all of the maids have things they are to be doing. How about you and I take this time to finally become mates?" Sesshoumaru said with serious, yet soft, shining eyes.

Rin gasped, her cheeks reddening. Again, the young woman could only nod in response. This time though, a breathtakingly beautiful smile took over her pretty face.

Sesshoumaru gave a small, but happy smile in response. He stood up, bringing Rin up with him. He then swooped her up into his arms again and headed for the stairs.

Sesshoumaru finally reached the top of the steps where a few maids were about to go down.

"Oh, Lord Sesshoumaru! We were just looking for you because a co-worker of yours is on the ph—" the maid stopped when Sesshoumaru raised a hand, signaling for silence.

"Tell whoever is on the phone to call back later. And tell all of the other maids that no one is to work on the upper levels until later today. Everyone works downstairs on the first floor. I will have no distractions. Lady Rin and I have important…" Sesshoumaru paused to slyly look Rin in the eye, "business to attend to."

Sesshoumaru smirked at the sight of Rin's now wide eyes and red face.

The two maids giggled before replying. "Yes sir," they said. The two women left to do what they were told.

Sesshoumaru then stepped into his bedroom and locked the door behind him. He set Rin down on the bed and began to prepare them both for him to make love to her. Sesshoumaru and Rin both smiled as they laid on the bed, love and happiness filling their hearts at the knowledge that they would finally be mates by the time morning came around.

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