After almost losing Rin to death, Sesshomaru agrees to let her travel again with him. Amidst run-ins with wicked humans, scheming demons, and their own personalities, he finds himself inexplicably drawn toward the young woman. Does he dare open his mind to explore this alien sensation, or will pride keep him from considering that all his deepest beliefs are entirely wrong?

An older Rin is coming to realize how deeply she loves Sesshoumaru. A new way of life starts in a hot spring. (Chapters 10 & 15 fixed.)