Chapter 1: Senior Year
Tonight was my last night at home before I leave tomorrow for school in the morning. Starting tomorrow I'll be a senior, I can't believe it! My last year of high school before I head off to university. Three years ago I attended Shikon no Tama Academy for the first time as the silent girl with a dark past. A past that I was afraid to speak about. Today I'm such a lively person and will talk to everyone, except people who dislike me. Without my strong connection to Sesshomaru, I wouldn't be here talking and still living in fear, possibly dead by the hands of my incarcerated family.
In those three years, I haven't once thought of my uncle or aunt since they were sent to life in prison, after I proved they killed my family and many others at the camp. I haven't thought of my cousin Kana who now lives with her grandparents from what I was told. They are my past and will remain my past forever.
I finished packing my clothes in the large Louis Vuitton suitcase that Izayoi gifted me three years ago at Christmas. She made sure I was taking clothes that she recently bought for my wardrobe. I already knew I was only going to wear these clothes once. Her being a famous fashion designer is like a drug to her. I still haven't worn half the clothes she's gifted me in my closet. Though I never sleep in my bedroom since I'm always in Sesshomaru's. Since we are officially mated and engaged there's no point of me being in my room.
I got up off the floor and plopped myself onto the cozy king sized bed. My back was called to the foamy cool gel mattress. I was exhausted and knew I needed to get to sleep before too long. But I was too excited to start my senior year tomorrow. I pulled myself up till my head hit the large goose down pillow. "It's hard to believe this is my last year of high school. It's really sad." I'm going to miss the atmosphere that surrounds the campus. The waterfalls on and outside the school. The dragon farm with all the beautiful dragons, especially A-Un. It would be neat if Sesshomaru and myself could get a home with a farm to keep him. But he belongs to the school.
I closed my eyes just for a bit before I officially got ready for bed. I didn't even look at the time on the clock that sat on the nightstand beside me. I allowed my mind to relax and ignored the door when it opened and closed, until I felt a presence above me. I already knew who it was just because we share a strong connection. "Rin?" His voice was soft and quiet, but he knew I wasn't asleep.
"Yes, Sesshomaru?" I opened my brown eyes to see his lips were inches from mine. Then he took them with soft pecks. His body laid over mine with his right hand cupping my chin. Ahh, his body heat feels amazing. His hand slithered up my shirt as his fingers dribbled and danced along my skin all the way up to my chest. "Mmh," he knows how I like it. But that didn't last very long, he removed his hand and pulled back a bit to look at me. I opened up my eyes to ask him, "everything okay?"
"Yes," he brushed the hair off of my cheek. "I just came to check up on you and to see if you were hungry? You've been up here for several hours." Crap! I haven't eaten yet.
"I actually am hungry. I've been so busy with last minute packing that I haven't thought about food." I was still laying there and debated if I wanted to go downstairs now and eat, or just wait till morning.
"Come with me," he rose up and held out his clawed hand towards me.
"Are you offering to make me dinner?" I took his hand and he pulled me off the bed, to my feet, in one swift movement.
"No, we are going out for dinner in town. I want to have one last date night with you. It will be a few weeks before we can have a night out like this again."
That's true! We would only be able to see each other when we have time or during holidays and..."by a few weeks do you mean my birthday?" I had to ask. Though my birthday is on a Sunday this year.
"Yes, I have a special day planned for us and it will be very romantic."
"Really?" I love when he does this type of stuff. "Tell me!" I really want to know so I can coordinate an outfit for that date.
Before we walked out, he pulled me into his chest and wrapped his arms around my waist. His lips osculated with mine in symmetry. I may have slipped some tongue in which I know he enjoys. "Really, but!" he held up a finger. "I'm leaving it a surprise. That weekend I have the whole day planned for us which is also a surprise."
"Haha, you love to surprise me and I love that." He does this more often since he proposed to me three years ago at our special place. It was also that day we found out I was supposed to be living with his family instead of my aunt and uncles. I do agree with Toga. I wished he had opened that letter sooner. I wouldn't have suffered abuse from my family. But then I would have never proven they were killers.
"Yes and now I'm going to surprise you with a wonderful date night out." Date nights are my favorite with him.
"Do you want to walk, fly, or drive tonight?"
We stood there in the empty kitchen as he thought of how we would travel. I guess he came to his decision and pulled me out the back patio doors. After he shut the bay doors, he threw me over his back and bolted into the air. "I'm glad you said something Rin, because I really wanted to enjoy this evening with you."
"I also wanted to enjoy this evening. Allow me to touch the stars again?" I whisper softly into his pointed elf-like ear.
He held my legs tight, "reach out my little lavender. Enjoy the night sky and I'll make it last."
I love my sweet little nickname. "Thank you, my demon charming." I threw my arms up just like Rose from Titanic.
He flew for just a few minutes and landed outside a little Italian restaurant in town. Thankfully it wasn't too crowded and we were brought to a table instantly. "Do you have everything packed?" He asked as we took a seat on the outdoor patio. The moon was high in the sky and the temperature was a perfect coolish warmth. It has to be about seventy-five tonight.
"Yes, but I can't load my stuff until I get my car back from the cleaners." Toga took my car earlier this afternoon. I didn't realize it would take this long to be cleaned.
"Father said the place was very busy."
"Must be that time of year where college students really want clean cars before leaving for school." Still it's been about four hours or even more. I've been so busy packing that I didn't pay attention to the time.
"Possibly. Don't worry about your car. Let's enjoy this evening together." He took my left hand in his and kissed my ring finger.
"You're right! I'm so hungry that if I don't eat I'll pass out."
"Don't pass out on me," he said as he bopped my nose lightly with his clawed finger.
"I won't, I promise." I couldn't wait to be cuddled up under the covers with him tonight.
After the bill was paid, I flew us back home taking my time. Rin was quiet, but not yet asleep. Her head rested along my shoulder as she breathed in softly. I need to make sure to hold onto her tight so she doesn't fall off. Just in case she falls asleep that fast. She tends to do that if she pushes herself with a lot of work.
"I'm so tired," she whispered softly.
"We'll be home soon, my little lavender. Just a few more minutes and then you can sleep," I murmured, gliding across the sky.
"But I still need to...load my belongings...into my car," her words were slurring.
"Don't worry about that, my love." I really want Rin to wait and see her brand new car in the morning. She'll be in total shock seeing the new 2020 Subaru Legacy. The car is very reliable and safe. It's an early birthday present I wanted her to have. We finally made it back home when I asked, "did you have a good evening?"
"Yes and I'm ready for bed." I could tell she'll pass out very soon. Rin's feet were starting to drag and her eyes looked heavy to where she would pass out at any minute.
"Let's head up the stairs. I'll start bringing our belongings into the hallway."
"Okay." It will be five in the morning before she knows it.
She had herself ready for bed in ten minutes. When her head hit the goose down pillow she was out in seconds. I loved watching her sleep which I know seems weird, but she's breathtaking. I can't wait for the day when we have our own home and start a family. I can already picture us in the delivery room as she's in labor. I would hold her hand through each contraction that would come. When she finally gives birth I would kiss and tell her how amazing she did. I don't want to think too far, I just want her to enjoy life to the fullest. She deserves to enjoy her last year of high school with her friends. For now I'll let her sleep and bring her belongings downstairs.
To make it a quick trip, I would not only bring her stuff down, but mine too. I pulled all the stuff we each packed in our suitcases and boxes into the hallway. I quietly shut the door and scooted everything to the elevator. I shoved everything on and sent it down to the main floor. I shot down fast and caught the elevator when the doors opened again. My ears perked up to someone coming my way. "Need help, Sesshomaru?" My father whispered quietly.
I turned to him and nodded. We got everything out and brought it to the garage door in seconds. "Did you get the navy blue Subaru?" I whispered quietly to him.
"Yes! I took it for a quick wash and then had it cleaned out, though it's brand new. You haven't told Rin?"
"No, she has no idea. I want it to be an early birthday present surprise." I really hope Rin is surprised tomorrow morning.
"You haven't told her about the other surprise have you?"
I forgot he and Izayoi bought Rin's late family's home. They're putting so much work into it for us. "No, it's not even close to being ready. I want to leave that as a graduation surprise since it will be done around that time," I explained to him. They were remodeling every room in her old house and adding new appliances. They even had the contractors put in an elevator, a pool and even a hot tub. Plus, a panic room just for safety. Though I don't think we will be using that room.
Thankfully with my father's help we got everything stored in my brand new black 2020 Audi S6 and Rin's car very quickly. I still have my Lamborghini from three years ago. "When I hand you both the keys, this will be the first time in thirteen years since Rin's been inside her childhood home. It will be an emotional day for her."
"Indeed." I'm waiting for that day to come to see her reaction. In that home I want to start our future family. I'll give her as many kids as she wants. For now I need to get myself some sleep as I need to be up at five myself. "Alright, I'm going to call it a night and head to bed. I'll see you in the morning."
"You too son, I'll be gone before you both leave. At least you won't have to dump another bucket of water on your brother's head since he moved out."
"That's Kagome's job now since Inuyasha got her pregnant again, goodnight." Once back in the room, Rin was still sound asleep. I'm going to enjoy being cradled up with her all night. I dressed down to my boxers and headed into the bathroom to brush my teeth.
As I looked within the mirror I let my mind wander back three years ago. I never imagined that I would meet Rin again after the passing of her family. Ten years of not seeing her and my demon senses all forgot about her floral scent. When I saw her again that day at the falls I didn't even recognize her. But my heart acted like it knew who she was. So I did what my demon nature is known to do, follow my keen sense. That I did. I basically followed her like a lost puppy again. Except that evening at school when that bastard of a coyote demon threw her into the pool.
Then my mind went to that day when Rin was kidnapped for the first time. I don't even want to think of that word that explains who they were. They were never meant to be her caregivers at all. But that day my heart sank finding out her truth. Being the sole survivor of one of the worst massacres in Japan's history. Rin is the strongest person I've ever met.
I walked back out of the bathroom and laid with her in bed. I was happy that I have Rin in my life again. Knowing our life had been planned after that day I pulled her from the pool from when we were kids. I vow to protect her everyday, though we will be thirty miles away from each other because of school.
I gently rubbed the back of my hand against her rosy cheeks. They were warm to the touch. I even traced her lips with my pointer finger. "Goodnight my love," I whispered to her softly. I kissed her cheek and pulled her into me. I wanted to hold her while we both slept and keep her warm. Before I closed my eyes, she had a soft smile upon her lips, indicating that she knew I was holding her.
I love walking downstairs towards the kitchen smelling a fresh pot of coffee. It had a hint of hazelnut and vanilla. Such a calm smell, which I needed. I have a somewhat long day. I, as many other juniors and seniors, volunteered to help with the newcomers. I had forty minutes before I needed to leave. So I took my time to have my coffee. Though I needed to add almond creamer because I hate the taste of black coffee.
Sesshomaru and Izayoi were both awake and getting ready to leave themselves. I already knew Toga left and headed to the bureau for a new case he's working on. Izayoi I believe is either working from home or going to her studio in town. Sesshomaru will be leaving at the same time as me, which will be very soon. He volunteered to help bring my belongings to my dorm, though it was not many things but a large suitcase and two boxes.
As I sat here enjoying my fresh coffee, I started to feel Sesshomaru's presence behind me. I turned around fast before he could play his tricks of tickling me. "You catch on too quickly, Rin," he announced as he kissed my lips.
"It's a habit now since we do share a special bond." With his youkai within me, it truly shows our connection. Plus, the meido stone bracelet I'm wearing contains his youkai.
"Yes," pulling me in an embrace. "I'll know how you'll feel when we're miles away. If you need me, I'll be there. But I have a feeling you'll be okay."
True, what do I have to fear about? I don't have to worry about any danger from anyone I find a threat. "I'll be okay, if anything I'll call you. But we should be getting ready to leave."
At least I thought we were about to leave, "Rin, you're not leaving till I get my goodbye hug." We both turned to see Izayoi standing behind us. She strutted over, pulled me away from Sesshomaru and squeezed me tight. "I'm going to miss my darling god-daughter. Do you have everything packed?"
"Yes, it should all be in my car. Hopefully?" I turned to look at him with a raised eyebrow.
"I packed it all in your car last night," Sesshomaru informed me. "Izayoi, Rin and I really do need to go."
"Well alright, I should let you both be on your way. I'll see you in a month or less. Sesshomaru, make sure Rin arrives at school safely."
"I will."
Izayoi and myself hugged one another goodbye, "enjoy your last year of school, Rin."
I smiled brightly, "I will Izayoi. Thank you."
Sesshomaru and myself walked into the garage and I stopped in my tracks. My white Kia where it's usually parked was replaced with a brand new car. "Surprise! It's an early birthday present."
"What? Are you serious?" A new car after I got my other car two years ago.
"Yes, I wanted you to have a safe and reliable car to drive. It already has the cords to the school so you don't have to worry about getting lost."
"Sesshomaru, what...thank you. The best early birthday gift a girl could ask for." I gave him a gentle kiss with a bit of tongue.
"You're welcome, my love. We should be heading out now." He handed me my keys and I slipped inside my brand new car. I still can't believe I have a new car. I loved my other car, but this one is amazing. Black interior all over, including the seats and a huge ass touch screen. It had a smell of black cherry inside. I need to remember to connect my iPhone to Bluetooth.
The drive to the academy was nothing then it was the first day I came here. That's because I read the whole ride here. I pulled into the senior parking lot and Sesshomaru went to guest parking. Being a demon with built in speed, he was next to my car with a trolley cart in lickety-split. "Thank you."
"No problem, which floor are you on?" He asked, stacking my belongings on the cart.
"Top floor, room 500." So glad I looked at it this morning. I had a few hours before I would meet up with everyone so I'll spend a bit unpacking. But I was hungry.
My dorm was the same size as years past since I first attended freshman year. The bed was to my right this time and my desk to my left. The walls were still the same color of egg shell white. I love the smell of fresh paint. It makes the room feel brand new. I had a view of the front of campus which was nice, but I'll miss seeing the waterfall at night and in the early morning.
"Do you need help unpacking?" He is so generous.
"No, I can manage that myself, thank you though. I didn't bring a lot with me this time. Just a few things to unpack, plus hanging up my clothes." If I try to put my certain clothes in the dresser Izayoi would have my head. "But…"
"Yes?" He came up beside me and wrapped his arms around in a tight hold. "Is there something you need?"
"Do you have time to get a bite to eat at the diner?" It was still early and I know they have a great breakfast selection.
"Breakfast date?" He grabbed my hand and led me back outside. "I'll drive us." Yay!
"Thank you."
We spent about an hour at the diner, mostly talking about what I wanted to do for my birthday. I know I wanted to go sightseeing somewhere I haven't visited before, but I know whatever Sesshomaru has planned will involve traveling. I couldn't wait to see what that place would be. Hopefully a place I've always wanted to visit.
In a bit Sesshomaru would be leaving for his second year at university. Though he won't be that far away. But still, it seems like a long way away. "Rin?"
I looked towards him and I knew what he was going to say. "Yes?" I wish I could spend more time with him.
"It's time that I head on to school. You have an amazing day and I'll call you later tonight." The skin of our lips met with slow pecks that turned into us panting for air. We went from standing embracing one another to him laying on top of me on the bed. "Rin, mmh. I do really need to leave." His hand slid up my shirt and cupped my chest. It has been awhile since we were intimate. I know his pain since I wanted to feel the warmth between us now. He sadly removed his hand and brushed my check with his knuckles. "We'll leave this," our lips met again tasting each other, "for another few weeks."
Our noses overlapped and I did the cute little bunny rose rub like people do to their babies. "You're mine in those weeks." Pushing ourselves off of the bed, we left my dorm because I wanted to watch him drive off.
The guest parking lot was slowly filling up as Sesshomaru and myself made it to his car. I embraced him and held him close, afraid to let him go. Our lips lumbered passionately, following with little pecks. "Enjoy yourself my little lavender and I'll call you later tonight, I love you."
"I love you too." Embracing him one more time before he got into his car and left. "I miss you already."
The buses finally arrived with the eighth graders up to tenth graders. Koharu, Kohaku and myself each were given the name of the student we would help by bringing their stuff to their dorms. When I started here, Ayame was the one to help me. I'm happy that I'm going to be helping Toga's co-worker Tsukuyomaru's daughter. I've met Shiori a few times. She's very shy but I know deep down she has a great personality.
"Hey, later tonight why don't we go to the village and have a good old time?" Kohaku asked us girls.
"That sounds like a fine idea," Koharu agreed cheerfully. "Rin, do you want to tag along? We could get a coffee?"
"Of course, I'll join you guys. How about this, we eat dinner here and go to the village afterward?"
"Deal!" They both agreed. It has been awhile since we all hung out.
"So how are things with you and Sesshomaru? Have you guys been planning your wedding?" Koharu wondered.
"Sesshomaru is doing really well. He came here with me earlier and helped bring my stuff up and then we went and had breakfast at the diner. We have not started planning yet. But Izayoi and myself actually started the process of picking out certain dress designs that would look great on me." I'm not gonna tell them, but I decided on an A-line dress with off the shoulder sleeves. The bust will have a heart shaped v-neck. I'm also thinking about doing a dusty light pink, almost blush colored than the traditional white. My hair will hang and have curls. Ahhh, I need to stop thinking about this.
"That's amazing. When that day comes you'll be a beautiful bride," Kohaku was going to make me blush.
"Don't let Sesshomaru hear you say that, haha. But I do have to agree with Kohaku, you will be a beautiful bride," Koharu smiled brightly. I haven't told Koharu, but I want her to be one of my bridesmaids. Kagome will be my maid of honor. Their son will be the ring bearer and if they have a daughter, she'll be my flower girl.
I came out of thought and said, "stop, you both are going to make me blush." Too late they did. Waiting for the students to exit off the buses I thought of an idea. "Say, why don't we invite the new students to have dinner with us? We can even invite them to tag along to the village."
"Rin, that's an awesome idea. We'll even invite them to lunch," Koharu said happily.
"I agree with you both. Okay, so after we help them get settled in, we will all meet up for lunch," Kohaku said loudly.
Finally the students exited off the bus and we each held up the signs provided to us. The students who Kohaku and Koharu were helping showed up and led them to their belongings. I still remained where I stood waiting for Shiori. "She must be sitting in the back of the bus?"
As I stood there I turned my head to the right and noticed her standing by the bulletin board that held the school map. I walked over to where she stood and called out, "Shiori!"
She jumped and turned with a shocked look, "yes. Oh! Hi Rin." I could tell she was still a bit shy and nervous. "Are you the one that's helping me?"
"Yes, I am. Why don't we gather your belongings and head over to your dorm." I gave her a soft smile.
"Umm," she only nodded her head. Hopefully she'll want to hang out later.
The atmosphere changed when I felt the presence of the ice twins. The reason I knew it was them was because I felt goosebumps all throughout my body. Natsume disgustingly said by pointing her polished finger towards Shirori, "look Sayumi, it's a half-demon. God I wish father would stop allowing their kind into this school."
"Eh, I totally agree with you Natsume. You half-demon!" Sayumi pointed her own freshly polished finger too. "You better stay out of our way if you know what's good for you."
I got in between to defend Shiori. She doesn't need to be treated like this. At least not from these two girls and it's only the first day of school. "Natsume and Sayumi, do you have anything better to do than pick on the newcomers?"
"Eww, it's the bitch who took Sesshomaru from us. Let's get away from these two Sayumi. Both of their presence is making me sick to my stomach."
I had to get back at them. "At least I don't mock someone for who they are."
They had evil within their ice cold eyes. "Watch it, human! Remember we are powerful at causing freezer burns." They left without another word.
Since coming back after that winter break three years ago I've been ignoring them. Though they tried to bring me down with more hurtful words saying I should have died. I held my head up high and stood up for myself. Boy were they pissed off when they found out I was marked by Sesshomaru.
I kept eyes on the twins just incase that came at us unexpectedly. "Umm...Rin?" A sweet voice called to me.
Coming back to reality, "yes Shiori?"
"Umm...we can...gather my things. I'm sorry if I seem shy today. I get teased a lot for being a half-demon."
"Don't let the twins bother you. They are always like that and have that jealous nature. But enough about them, we'll gather your belongings and head to your dorm." I grabbed the cart and wheeled it over to the bus. "After we get your stuff into your dorm, do you want to get some lunch?"
Her purple eyes jolted wide. I wonder if she doesn't get invited to do stuff with others? "Really? You're inviting me to hangout with you?"
"Yes, we'll be meeting up with two of my friends. Maybe more will be joining us." I hope she will join us. If she doesn't, that's okay. I don't want to make her feel uncomfortable.
"Well...okay." She still seemed a bit nervous. But I think everyday me and my friends can break her out of her shell to where she'll open up more.
"Awesome, I promise my friends are really awesome. We made plans to hang out tonight after dinner, in which you are invited to tagalog. Only if you want."
"Where would we be hanging out at?" She asked as we headed for the eighth grade dorms.
"The village. We cross the road there," pointing in the exact direction. "It's like a twenty minute walk. It's a lovely little area, with such beautiful views. We're getting a coffee at this little shop. They have other hot drinks if you are not a fan of coffee."
"Umm...I'll think about it. My parents said I need to explore the campus to make sure I don't get lost."
"I'll be your tour guide if that makes you feel better?" As a senior of this school it really does show good character to help those who are new.
"Really? Umm...I need to know where the criminology building is the most." That put a smile on my face. Shiori must be following her father's footsteps.
"You're in luck, I know exactly where the building is. I myself have a class there again this year. I could show you where all your other classes will be held. If you don't mind?"
"Thank you, Rin. I really appreciate it very much."
"You are very welcome, Shiori."
Later that night after our trip to the village, I got myself a nice hot relaxing shower, though it would be much nicer if Sesshomaru could join me. He knows how to work his hands along my wet skin. Though it would lead us back into bed discovering each other more in ways we haven't tried. In a few weeks I will be seeing him and have a special time together. I'm still not sure what he's planning, nevertheless I'm excited to see. I just know it's going to be very romantic.
Back in my room I managed to get it all set up in one afternoon. All my proper clothes were hung up and the rest were in the dresser. My bathroom was decorated with towels, wash rags and hygiene products all from France. Even my bedspread came from the same country.
I plopped myself down onto the bed ready to get some sleep. I was excited to start classes on Monday, mostly for criminal justice for the fourth time. Since solving that case three years ago, I inspired so many others to take the course. When Sesshomaru and I went back to school after the trial, Lady Kaede put us back to work on another case. We solved it pretty quickly since it was one she made up. Actually we pretty much solved all the made up cases she gave us.
Now that it's a new year, I'm ready to solve a new one that actually happened recently. For the past several weeks, graves have been robbed of their urns that hold lost ones ashes. It always happens on rainy days and Toga believes it's a demon trying to hide their tracks. I believe him and so do his colleagues. It doesn't make sense why a demon would want the ashes of the dead. Hopefully I can figure this out and have it solved. Maybe I can get Shiori as a lab partner and we can work on this together. Maybe she and I can meet up with Toga and her father and hopefully they can give us more clues.
As I laid here thinking about it, my phone went off indicating a text message. I already knew who it was with the heart emoji next to his name. Good evening, my little lavender. How was your day today? Did the twins bother you?
He's going to love what I'm about to tell him. Good evening, my demon charming. They opened their mouths to me and I put them in their place. You should have seen it! They tried to harass Mr. Tsukuyomaru's daughter Shiori for being a half-demon. I told her to ignore them.
I'm glad you stood up not only for yourself, but Shiori. She doesn't need to be treated like that. But how was your day?
Forgot he asked me that. Other than the twins, my day was great. Went to the village and hung out with everyone. We even got the newcomers to hang with us at the village and got a coffee.
You're going to be up all night. Haha I knew he would say that.
I'll be okay. I'll sleep in tomorrow if I can. But I am feeling sleepy. I wish you were holding me right now.
Same, just a few more weeks and I'll rock your world. A few weeks seems like a long time. I'll let you get some rest and I'll call you tomorrow. Goodnight, my little lavender. I love you.
Goodnight, I love you too. Just a few more weeks is all I need to think about. I placed my phone down and turned off the table lamp. The only light that lit up my room was the full moon in the night sky. Closing my eyes, I pictured Sesshomaru next to me. Holding me close as I fell asleep.
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