In the months that followed, Rin went from becoming a new bride and wife of The Great Lord of the Western Kingdom, to a soon-to-be mother. Glowing radiance, as her figure became more round and curvy with each passing day. She was swollen everywhere and extremely exhausted all of the time; her breasts were so sensitive that it was almost too painful to bind them.

As the pregnancy progressed, it became increasingly difficult for her to do the most simplest of tasks, and it was causing her frustration. Getting up to her feet from a sitting postion without assistance from either Hanaa or Sesshomaru, was out of the question. She was unable to bend over to pick flowers she loved without almost tipping completely forward. She had to be very careful to not become hurt in any way, Sesshomaru was now even more protective over her well being and safety since she became pregnant.

Most of her days were spent preparing for the arrival of the new pup, and she couldn't be more excited for this new chapter in her life. She would day dream frequently about whether the pup was going to look like her, Sesshomaru, or perhaps both. Would he or she bear the proud mark of their Inu clan and possess hair as silvery white as Sesshomaru's?

Alone upon a grassy hill, the new Lady of the West, sang an old familiar tune to herself while watching the clouds drift on by.

"Nama no naka

Mori no naka

Kaze no naka

Yume no naka

Sesshomaru-sama doko ni iru

Jaken-sama wo shita naete..."

Daydreaming of her pup, lead her thoughts drift to memories of her old village, in which, made her feel a little emotional. Reminiscing in her mind, the small hut she shared with her caretaker and the grassy fields where she would find solace, while picking the prettiest flowers. Her favorite's were the white one's with yellow centers, those always reminded her of her Lord Sesshomaru.

I really do miss Lady Kaede.

Though she felt home sick, she knew that being without Sesshomaru would be much worse in her heart, especially right now. She spent too much time away from him, to ever want to be apart again. Now, she carries his pup in her womb and with excitement, she watches her stomach grow and expand each passing day.

This pregnancy gave her the most wonderful of feelings some moments, but then in another instance, she would be sobbing. There was the growing feeling of having no power over her emotional uproar, and therefore is being forced to be an emotional wreck.

Her emotional mind wandered, as she continued humming her tune; watching the clouds slowly move across the blue skies.

"My Lady... It is time for your bath before dinner."

Rin jumped from where she sat, startled by Hanaa breaking her concentration.

"OH! HANAA! You frightened me!"

The pregnant and voluptuious woman began giggling without filter, while holding her chest.

"I am sorry, My Lady, I-"

"Hanaa, you know you can call me by my name. I am still the same Rin... Just a more rounded one."

Again Rin broke out into laughter, but this time Hanaa couldn't help but join in with her, over the accuracy in her words.

"Please, allow me to help you stand, Rin. We need to get you in a tub before dinner."

"Alright then, let's go."

The two women continued their giggling as they head for the bath.

"My Lord, you called for me?"

Hanaa stood in the dim lit office of the demon Lord, bowing elegantly in the most respectful fashion.

"Hmmmn. You are to pack Rin's belongings by morning, for a long journey. I want her to be as comfortable as possible, especially with her condition."

"Yes, Lord Sesshomaru, right away."

The female servant bowed once more towards the Western Lord, then began to slowly depart from the dark office. She suddenly stopped when hearing Lord Sesshomaru began to speak once more.

"One other thing.. You will be tending to her on this journey, I advise you pack accordingly as well."

"Yes, My Lord, I understand."

Bowing in respect once more, Hanaa turns and leaves through the sliding shoji door and heads directly towards Rin's wardrobe room.

Many thoughts ran through the demon servants mind, as she elegantly walks towards the royal bedroom.

I wonder where Lord Sesshomaru is taking Rin and this far in her pregnancy?

"Yes, My Lord."

"Jaken, we are departing the Palace by morning towards the Half-breeds village. I need you to make proper preparations for travel with Rin in her condition."

"Yes, Milord. Anything you request."

I wonder why he plans on traveling to that half-breeds village, and with Rin almost ready for the pup to be born? Hmph. I guess I will find out soon enough.

"My Lady, are you sure you're comfortable up there?"

The beautiful green-eyed servant walking along the side of the large dragon beast, with her focus towards the pregnant woman riding on top of him.

"I am just fine, Hanaa. Thank you for your concern. I am just very excited about visiting my old village, My Lord, he is always so thoughtful and kind."

Rin flashing another one of her sweetest smiles towards her husband, then towards Hanaa. Hanaa, reciprocates the same smile towards her young and very pregnant friend. When suddenly, a rumbling was heard loudly inside the Western Lords ears, and he was able to detect his wife's need for sustenance.

"This is where we will stop and rest a while. Rin and the pup are in need of nourishment."

With the group suddenly at a stop, the demon Lord walks over to Au Un, and gently removes Rin from the top of the two-headed steed and places her feet gently onto the ground.

"Jaken, you are to have a fire built before I return."

The imp demon had sweat on the side of his brow, and the look of frustration.

"If you don't, I shall kill you by my claws."

"Uh.. y..yes.. My Lord, anything you command as your most loyal servant."

"Hmmph."

Was the only thing spoken from the Western Lord, as he took off towards the skies in search of food for his wife.

Why do I need to start a fire for this stupid human and that half-breed child she carries? I shouldn't have to do anything for her.

Spoken to himself, the imp complained both in his mind and while collecting firewood.

Hanaa and Rin glanced towards Jaken's direction, as he complained to himself about serving a human.

"You think Master Jaken is upset, My Lady?"

Sarcastically spoke the green-eyed servant.

"Yes, perhaps he is."

Both women began laughing loudly and unfiltered over the imp demon's distress.

Stupid useless women!!