Before Love Honor
Chapter 10
The Arrival
Sesshomaru walked down the corridors quickly. His mind was fast at work. He had known Itaru to be conniving, but he had not expected the youkai to go so far as to attempt to murder his brother and to murder his own father. Not to mention Anjera he'd known she was up to something from the start. He had hoped by pretending to marry her he could figure out her true motivation in time, but that would not be. So many things had happened in so little time. Now he found himself headed for all out war. A war that by the looks of Akihiko he wasn't sure he'd come back from with his life.
Sesshomaru paused staring out of one of the many windows that lined the corridor. Slowly his eyes scanned across the court yard to the gathering youkai who had come to join his ranks. So many of them would not return from this battle yet they were willing to risk it all in the name of honor. Most of them had come seeking to make names for themselves, through battle. Sesshomaru smiled wearily at the thought of the word. So long he'd lived his life trying to recapture this supposedly precious thing that meant so much to him.
Nothing could come before his honor. That was until her. That was until Rin had come into his life. His heart longed for her more then it had anything else he could recall in his entire existence, including his honor. Now it seemed that his love of one would cost him his love of the other. After all he was bound by honor to tell her what had happened to he brother. There was no way she could forgive him for something like that. Even though him killing her brother had not been intentional, he could not see her forgiving him. If he had spared the boy or maybe just continued on, no his honor would not permit such a thing. The boy had challenged him he had an obligation to meet his challenger in battle. So many mistakes had been made.
"If only, no there was no use in thinking of what could have been there was only what is at the present moment. The past is the past I can't change it." Sesshomaru said a he started to walk down the hall once more.
"Young Lord" A woman's voice called from behind him halting his movement. Sesshomaru turned to face the person whom had called out to him.
"Aya! Is there a problem?" Sesshomaru questioned as the older woman made her way towards him. Sesshomaru watched as the short stocky older woman slowly walked his way. Her face was wrinkled with age. Her hair was as white as snow and tied into a single silver braid that hung across her shoulder.
"Hai" The woman responded as she came to and stop in front of him. "I bring news of the other young Lord and his mate." She stated as she stared up at Sesshomaru
"News? What sort of news?" Sesshomaru questioned furrowing his brow together
"I think we should start with the other young lord first" She said as she continued to stare up at Sesshomaru her face impassive." I removed as much of the poison from his being as I could, but he was left with an irreversible paralysis of his vocal chords. I am afraid he will never speak again." She said her voice even and void of emotion.
"Nan!? Are you sure there is nothing that can be done?" Sesshomaru questioned as he struggled to take in the news.
"No young lord, there is not anything more that can be done. His last transformation into beast form quickened the poisons movement. I did my best." She finished
"What of the girl? You said that you had news of her as well?" Sesshomaru questioned as he braced himself for more bad news.
"She has gone into labor." The woman stated as a partial smile came onto her face.
"Nani!? The pups will come soon." Sesshomaru questioned excitedly as a smile came onto his face.
"Hai. She went into labor an hour ago. I will caution this young lord. I hope you had not intended to move them. The girl can't be moved from this place after the pups are born. Remember she is a human and the pups are half lings, if they are moved from here too soon, they can die. Human females do not recover as swiftly as youkai women. Please take this into consideration. I must go now. The girl will need attending to. I will have someone notify you when the pups have arrived." The older woman finished turning and walking the other direction.
Sesshomaru smiled as he watched the older woman move slowly down the halls. He'd received enough bad news to last him a lifetime this day but the pups being born had to be the single ray of sunshine. Miyohiko would want to know he thought as he headed towards the chamber where the younger youkai was being held. Besides he needed to talk to him and tell of all that had transpired over that last few days.
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Rin stood staring out of her chamber window. She watched the amassing armies and her heart sank. There would most definitely be war. How she had gotten herself mixed up in something like this, she wondered as she watched the young soldiers scurry about the court yard. She'd started her journey with one hope in mind and that was finding out what had happened to her sibling, nothing more.
There was no longer a question of if there would be war she knew now. And her heart ached at the thought of Sesshomaru leaving and possibly never returning to her. At least not returning to her alive, she thought balding her hand up into fist. To loose someone dear to her again she didn't think she could bare it. Even so it was a real possibility and she would have to be ready.
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Sesshomaru turned the handle on the door slowly causing it to open. Slowly he walked in his eyes settling on the blue haired youkai who sat with his back elevated by pillows on the bed. Miyohiko turned to face Sesshomaru a feeble smile coming onto the youkai's face.
"Miyohiko" Sesshomaru called as he made his way over towards the youkai "You look well." Sesshomaru stated as he came to a stop at the youkai's bedside.
Miyohiko smiled nodding his head slowly.
"Has Aya told you the news of your inability to speak?" Sesshomaru questioned his brow furrowed in frustration.
"Hai" Miyohiko mouthed as he turned his gaze towards the window.
"Gomen, Miyohiko" Sesshomaru said taking note of the sad expression the younger youkai wore. "There is a lot I must tell you Miyohiko. So much has happened over the past few days. I am not really sure where to begin, but I will try to cover as much as I can with what little time we have." Sesshomaru finished as the youkai turned to face him once more.
"First I must tell you that you're going to be a new father in a matter of hours." Sesshomaru said smiling as he watched the youkai's eyes widen over the news. Slowly Miyohiko threw blankets that covered him aside as he made ready to move from the bed.
"Miyohiko take it easy." Sesshomaru said placing his hand on the younger youkai's shoulder. "You should rest a little longer before you go to her. You will only worry her if she sees you now. Besides the pups need their otousan to be healthy, and you won't be if you keep pushing yourself. Now rest for me, please." Sesshomaru finished as the youkai moved back to his original position on the bed.
Miyohiko smiled nodding his head slowly in acknowledgement of what Sesshomaru had said.
"Now, for the more unpleasant news." Sesshomaru begin. "Miyohiko your father is dead. So are Lord Hanta and countless others from the northern lands. Itaru is behind all of it, both he and Anjera." Sesshomaru glanced down towards the younger youkai as he grimaced with anger.
"Why?" Miyohiko mouthed as he turned to face Sesshomaru his face twisted with rage.
"I do not know why, but there is more you should know. Itaru has acquired the Black Wolf of Moon armor. Your brother is going to come here to attack us Miyohiko. We are sure of it. You are the only one who can challenge him for rule of the northern lands Miyohiko, but you are in no condition to do battle. I am going into battle in your place." Sesshomaru finished as he stared at the youkai who shook his head in defiance.
"No!" Miyohiko mouthed
"Hai, I must. There is too much at stake. We can not make any errors. Most of the Northern armies have been annihilated by Itaru. Only a small group managed to make it this far. He has become extremely dangerous Miyohiko. We can not let his blood reign go any further then it has already. I know you want to avenge your father, but you were weakened by the poison. Do you understand this Miyohiko? I will avenge all of them. I swear it!" Sesshomaru finished as he placed his hand on the youkai's shoulders once more
Miyohiko reached up covering Sesshomaru's hand with his own as he nod his head in agreement.
"Now get some rest. You have some little visitors coming in a matter of hours Sesshomaru" Finished as he moved towards the chambers door. "I will come and check on you again later." Sesshomaru said as exited the chamber.
Miyohiko sat a moment staring after the youkai. His cousin was going to war on his behalf. Indeed it was a noble thing for him to get involved. Even so there was a great danger that lay ahead if Itaru had gained control of the Black Wolf of Moon Armor. He would prove and extremely dangerous opponent for even Sesshomaru, Miyohiko thought. There is a strong possibility you will loose your life Sesshomaru. Not to mention Rin who had fallen in love with Sesshomaru, what of her. What will become of her if you die? He questioned silently as he turned his attention to the open window.
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Hours Passed
Sesshomaru came to a stop outside of Rin's chamber door. The day had been long and had left him exhausted. In a matter of days his perfect world had been turned completely upside down. Miyohiko had nearly been killed. His uncle and a visiting Lord had been murdered by his older cousin. Now it appeared that he would be going off to a battle he wasn't sure he'd return from, he thought.
He leaned forward resting his head against the wooden door. He'd never been one for avoiding problems no matter how complex or dire the outcome could be, but at that moment he wished he could avoid the dilemma that was before him. He'd made up his mind earlier in the day to tell Rin the truth. He was the only one who knew the answer to her question of what had happened to her brother.
She deserved to know what happened to her brother. He couldn't take the risk of her continuing on her futile quest. There was a strong possibility he would die in battle. He would need to grant her peace before he left for his uncertain future onthe battle field. This was most he could do after breaking her heart, he thought as he grasped the handle of the door between his fingers and turning it slowly.
Quietly he walked into the room his eyes settled on Rin who stood out on her bedroom terrace. She was dressed in a light blue sleeping gown that dropped to her ankles. Her raven colored tresses spilled down her back blowing ever so lightly as a breeze ushered through the room. The sweet scent of sakura permeated the air. The night's sky was clear with the exception of the moon, which illuminated it along with stars which twinkled across sky from their scattered positions. Sesshomaru continued to watch the girl who seemed to unaware of his presence.
"Rin." He called in a low voice.
He paused a moment waiting for her response to be greeted with silence. Bit by Bit he moved towards her until he was close enough to reach out and touch her which he wasted little time doing. He grabbed hold of he shoulders causing the girl to gasp in response.
Immediately the wet and salty scent of tears touched his sensitive nose. Panic struck Sesshomaru as he hurriedly spun the girl around so that she was facing him. His eyes widened at the sight of her pale damp skin. Rin quickly pressed herself against his being. Sesshomaru dropped his arms around her waist in response. He squeezed her petite form close to him as he rest his chin atop her head.
"What ails you my love?" Sesshomaru questioned his soft baritone voice low and gentle in tone.
"There will be war won't there?" Rin questioned as the tears began to flow heavily her face pressed against his chest.
"Hai." Sesshomaru responded stroking her head gently as he continued to hold her to him.
"Please don't leave me. If you die, I will be alone again. I don't think I can't bare it." Rin said in between sobs
"I will always be with you Rin." He stated tightening his hold on her
"Promise me you won't die. Please promise me!" Rin exclaimed as she leaned back her gaze meeting his.
Sesshomaru stared down at Rin his heart was in so much turmoil. He loved this girl more then he'd first realized. If only it could be different he thought as his mind wondered back to wishing of things that could not be. Or could it he thought as a faint smile graced his mouth. Could he have a life with this human wench? Kami he wished he could, he thought as he stared down into her dark brown eyes as she pleaded for his safe return as if they actually held control over fate. Things would be far easier if they had,Sesshomaru thought as he readied to answer her.
"Rin, I can not promise such a thing" He said his voice even in tone.
He felt her body go lax as her legs gave way. Quickly he drew her up into his arms. Her head rested on his shoulder her raven tresses spilling across his forearm. He turned slowly and moved towards the bed laying her down before kneeling beside her.
Rin took hold of his hand pressing it to her face as they watched each other in silence. He knew she hurt because of the impending war. The girl had suffered great loss in her life, yet some how she'd always managed to remain strong. How he desired to take her and protect from all that would bring her grief.
"Lay with me." Rin whispered cutting into his thoughts
"I don't think it would be wise. Your injuries have not healed." Sesshomaru stated as he stared at the area of her night gown that was bunched up over her bandage.
"Will you deny me, my lord?" Rin questioned in a voice that caused the youkai's pulse to race. "You will leave tomorrow for battle." She began once more "There is no guarantee that you will return to me. Give me this night. Let me be with you. This may be our last time together." She finished as a tear slid down her cheek.
Rin leaned forward placing a soft kiss on the youkai's forehead before laying back against the pillows that lined the bedding. She watched as he rose from his kneeling position and walked to the opposite side of the bed. Slowly he removed his robe revealing his tall lean form. Sesshomaru slid in the bedding behind Rin spooning his body against her as he placed a gentle kiss on her small mouth.
"I love you" She whispered as he dragged his mouth away from hers sprinkling soft kisses along her jaw line.
"And I you" he responded "Now get some rest."
Rin stared across her shoulder at the youkai as a mischievous smile graced her mouth.
"Surely you don't think I asked you to join me in bed for rest?" She questioned raising one eyebrow.
Sesshomaru smiled before leaning in to claim her mouth once more. Slowly his slid his tongue between her soft lips as his hand slid across her body. Gently he slid his hand beneath the soft material of the night gown as he made and path to the awaiting warmth just between legs. Rin moaned as he moved his warm mouth down across her jaw line settling on the sensitive area just below her ear.
He moved his mouth in a even pace drawing moans from the girl as he massaged her neck moving his mouth and tongue in slow unison. He slid his hand inside her undergarments to her wet warmth. Rin gasped as his finger made contact with her nerve center. Gently he began moving his finger back and forth across the throbbing nerve. Rin dug her nails into the bedding as she arched against his touch.
Rin moved her hand down covering his with her own. Slowly she moved her hand in chime with his as he continued to suckle on her neck. He moved his free hand to the hardened tip of her breast. Gently he grazed the swollen tip causing her to let out a loud moan. Her scent was becoming stronger. Stronger then normal he thought as he continued his ministrations.
Rin slid her right hand behind her back taking Sesshomaru's swollen member between her small fingers. Gently she began pumping up and down on his heated flesh causing him to groan against her ear.
"Take me my Lord." Rin ordered in a breathy voice.
"Hai." Sesshomaru responded in a heavy passion ridden tone. The girls ministrations were as sweet as any he'd ever felt he thought as she ran her thumb across the throbbing tip of his member. Hurriedly he moved his hand pushing her gown up over her curvy hips before ripping away the material that blocked him from his desired destination.
He moved his knee lifting her leg so that it was perched atop of his as he scooted in close behind her. He could feel the heat of her passage but and inch away. Rin reached up wrapping her hand behind his head drawing him forward so that his mouth covered hers. Gently he pushed forward submerging himself with the girls welcoming warmth. He let out a groan against her mouth as he began thrusting into her wet passage.
Gradually he increased his tempo as Rin bucked her hips countering his every thrust.
Rin threw her head back calling his name as he continued to move within her his finger messaging feverishly against her swollen nerve center.
"Sesshomaru Rin called breathlessly as she clenched the bed sheets. Her body trembled as she was overcome with hot orgasmic bliss. Sesshomaru felt the girl's wall close over his throbbing member sending him to his release. He thrust forward a few more times milking himself dry within her tight passages before rolling onto his back.
Rin turned facing him. Sesshomaru stretched his arm to the side granting the girl passage to rest her head on his chest. They lay silently both of them panting heavily. Sesshomaru lay in thought as Rin cuddled close to him her arm flung across his mid section. Everything had gone wrong. He quickly forgotten why he'd originally come to he chamber. There was the matter of telling her of her brother. He stared down at the girl who laid against him peacefully.
Once he told her he would surely loose her forever, but that was a chance he would have to take.
"Rin." He began in a low raspy voice
"Hai." She responded in a drowsy voice
"Rin, there is something I must tell you." He started again his breathing increasing slightly
"Hai" she responded once more her head still firmly planted on his chest.
"Rin, I have some information concer.."
Suddenly a knock came to the door interrupting them. Rin moved her body off of his as he moved to rise from the bedding.
"Nani?" Sesshomaru called as he moved reapplying his previously discarded robe.
"My Lord Aya has sent for you. The pups have arrived." The man voiced excitedly
"I see. Tell her I will come shortly." Sesshomaru responded
"Hai." The man answered
Sesshomaru turned to face Rin who had already moved from the bed and was slipping on her robe.
"Let's go and get cleaned up. It seems we have two little ones who need our welcome." Rin said as she grabbed clean clothing and left the room.
"Hai." Sesshomaru responded giving chase.
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Half Hour Later
Sesshomaru pushed the room's door open before stepping aside and allowing Rin entrance. Rin's eyes immediately fell to Bikki who sat in the bed a small bundle secure in her arms. Miyohiko sat in a chair near the side of her bed another small bundle in his arms.
Rin hurried to the girl side as she staring down on the sleeping infant she held. The baby was so tiny Rin thought as she looked it over its small clawed hand clasped Bikki thumb. It had brown hair like Bikki with small pointed ears like Miyohiko.
"Rin!" Bikki called in an excited yet low voice.
"Hai" Rin said sending the girl a warm smile. "Bikki they are so precious Rin said as she moved over towards Miyohiko staring down on the bundle he held in his arms.
"What will you call them?" Rin questioned as she took the small blue haired bundle from Miyohiko.
"Well the girl we have decided to name Fumi." Bikki said motioning towards the blue haired bundle "For the boy we have decided to call him Hisato." Bikki finished as she stared down at the brown haired bundle she held in her arms.
"Hai, Fumi and Hisato is it? " Rin said as she held the bundle in her arms "You have chosen them fine names. Miyohiko you are awfully quiet." Rin said staring down at the youkai."
Miyohiko stared up at Rin his eyes as empty as she had ever seen. Slowly he rose moving pass her and exiting the room.
"Did I say something wrong?" Rin questioned puzzled over his behavior
"Gomen, I forgot to tell you earlier Rin." Sesshomaru started "Rin Miyohiko has permanently loss his ability to speak."
"Nani!? But why, how?" She questioned excitedly
"The poison damaged his vocal chords." Bikki interjected "It bothers him that he can't speak, but Miyohiko is strong in will. He will not let this keep him down for long." Bikki Finished sending her a reassuring smile.
"She is right. Don't beat yourself up over it. You didn't know. I'll go and have a word with him later." Sesshomaru finished as he continued to watch Rin as she held the bundle in her arms.
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Hours Later
Rin laid in bed snuggled close to Sesshomaru. She listened quietly to his heart beat as his chest rose and fell evenly. He had drifted off shortly after they'd returned from visiting with Bikki and the newborns. They were so beautiful, Rin thought thinking back to the image of the small bundle she'd held.
She was extremely happy for Bikki and Miyohiko, but she couldn't deny the small amount of envy she held for the girl. She and Miyohiko had been through so much to be together, and it finally looked as though things were looking up for them, with the exception of Miyohiko's loss of his voice. None the less what Bikki had with Miyohiko, was what she desired of Sesshomaru. A complete life with a family. She wanted more then anything to be his mate, but it looked as though fate would deny them, she thought sinking further into the slumbering youkai's embrace.
Rin could feel the wait of her eye lids as they begin to close. Exhaustion was settling in on the girl after all it had been a along day. She glanced up at Sesshomaru once more before her eyes finally caved to the pressure of awaiting sleep. Maybe it wasn't so far fetched to dream of alife with him. Maybe the heavens would hear her prayer, and grant her the life she desired with him. Maybe, just maybe they would have a family too.
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Chapter 10
The Arrival
Sesshomaru walked down the corridors quickly. His mind was fast at work. He had known Itaru to be conniving, but he had not expected the youkai to go so far as to attempt to murder his brother and to murder his own father. Not to mention Anjera he'd known she was up to something from the start. He had hoped by pretending to marry her he could figure out her true motivation in time, but that would not be. So many things had happened in so little time. Now he found himself headed for all out war. A war that by the looks of Akihiko he wasn't sure he'd come back from with his life.
Sesshomaru paused staring out of one of the many windows that lined the corridor. Slowly his eyes scanned across the court yard to the gathering youkai who had come to join his ranks. So many of them would not return from this battle yet they were willing to risk it all in the name of honor. Most of them had come seeking to make names for themselves, through battle. Sesshomaru smiled wearily at the thought of the word. So long he'd lived his life trying to recapture this supposedly precious thing that meant so much to him.
Nothing could come before his honor. That was until her. That was until Rin had come into his life. His heart longed for her more then it had anything else he could recall in his entire existence, including his honor. Now it seemed that his love of one would cost him his love of the other. After all he was bound by honor to tell her what had happened to he brother. There was no way she could forgive him for something like that. Even though him killing her brother had not been intentional, he could not see her forgiving him. If he had spared the boy or maybe just continued on, no his honor would not permit such a thing. The boy had challenged him he had an obligation to meet his challenger in battle. So many mistakes had been made.
"If only, no there was no use in thinking of what could have been there was only what is at the present moment. The past is the past I can't change it." Sesshomaru said a he started to walk down the hall once more.
"Young Lord" A woman's voice called from behind him halting his movement. Sesshomaru turned to face the person whom had called out to him.
"Aya! Is there a problem?" Sesshomaru questioned as the older woman made her way towards him. Sesshomaru watched as the short stocky older woman slowly walked his way. Her face was wrinkled with age. Her hair was as white as snow and tied into a single silver braid that hung across her shoulder.
"Hai" The woman responded as she came to and stop in front of him. "I bring news of the other young Lord and his mate." She stated as she stared up at Sesshomaru
"News? What sort of news?" Sesshomaru questioned furrowing his brow together
"I think we should start with the other young lord first" She said as she continued to stare up at Sesshomaru her face impassive." I removed as much of the poison from his being as I could, but he was left with an irreversible paralysis of his vocal chords. I am afraid he will never speak again." She said her voice even and void of emotion.
"Nan!? Are you sure there is nothing that can be done?" Sesshomaru questioned as he struggled to take in the news.
"No young lord, there is not anything more that can be done. His last transformation into beast form quickened the poisons movement. I did my best." She finished
"What of the girl? You said that you had news of her as well?" Sesshomaru questioned as he braced himself for more bad news.
"She has gone into labor." The woman stated as a partial smile came onto her face.
"Nani!? The pups will come soon." Sesshomaru questioned excitedly as a smile came onto his face.
"Hai. She went into labor an hour ago. I will caution this young lord. I hope you had not intended to move them. The girl can't be moved from this place after the pups are born. Remember she is a human and the pups are half lings, if they are moved from here too soon, they can die. Human females do not recover as swiftly as youkai women. Please take this into consideration. I must go now. The girl will need attending to. I will have someone notify you when the pups have arrived." The older woman finished turning and walking the other direction.
Sesshomaru smiled as he watched the older woman move slowly down the halls. He'd received enough bad news to last him a lifetime this day but the pups being born had to be the single ray of sunshine. Miyohiko would want to know he thought as he headed towards the chamber where the younger youkai was being held. Besides he needed to talk to him and tell of all that had transpired over that last few days.
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Rin stood staring out of her chamber window. She watched the amassing armies and her heart sank. There would most definitely be war. How she had gotten herself mixed up in something like this, she wondered as she watched the young soldiers scurry about the court yard. She'd started her journey with one hope in mind and that was finding out what had happened to her sibling, nothing more.
There was no longer a question of if there would be war she knew now. And her heart ached at the thought of Sesshomaru leaving and possibly never returning to her. At least not returning to her alive, she thought balding her hand up into fist. To loose someone dear to her again she didn't think she could bare it. Even so it was a real possibility and she would have to be ready.
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Sesshomaru turned the handle on the door slowly causing it to open. Slowly he walked in his eyes settling on the blue haired youkai who sat with his back elevated by pillows on the bed. Miyohiko turned to face Sesshomaru a feeble smile coming onto the youkai's face.
"Miyohiko" Sesshomaru called as he made his way over towards the youkai "You look well." Sesshomaru stated as he came to a stop at the youkai's bedside.
Miyohiko smiled nodding his head slowly.
"Has Aya told you the news of your inability to speak?" Sesshomaru questioned his brow furrowed in frustration.
"Hai" Miyohiko mouthed as he turned his gaze towards the window.
"Gomen, Miyohiko" Sesshomaru said taking note of the sad expression the younger youkai wore. "There is a lot I must tell you Miyohiko. So much has happened over the past few days. I am not really sure where to begin, but I will try to cover as much as I can with what little time we have." Sesshomaru finished as the youkai turned to face him once more.
"First I must tell you that you're going to be a new father in a matter of hours." Sesshomaru said smiling as he watched the youkai's eyes widen over the news. Slowly Miyohiko threw blankets that covered him aside as he made ready to move from the bed.
"Miyohiko take it easy." Sesshomaru said placing his hand on the younger youkai's shoulder. "You should rest a little longer before you go to her. You will only worry her if she sees you now. Besides the pups need their otousan to be healthy, and you won't be if you keep pushing yourself. Now rest for me, please." Sesshomaru finished as the youkai moved back to his original position on the bed.
Miyohiko smiled nodding his head slowly in acknowledgement of what Sesshomaru had said.
"Now, for the more unpleasant news." Sesshomaru begin. "Miyohiko your father is dead. So are Lord Hanta and countless others from the northern lands. Itaru is behind all of it, both he and Anjera." Sesshomaru glanced down towards the younger youkai as he grimaced with anger.
"Why?" Miyohiko mouthed as he turned to face Sesshomaru his face twisted with rage.
"I do not know why, but there is more you should know. Itaru has acquired the Black Wolf of Moon armor. Your brother is going to come here to attack us Miyohiko. We are sure of it. You are the only one who can challenge him for rule of the northern lands Miyohiko, but you are in no condition to do battle. I am going into battle in your place." Sesshomaru finished as he stared at the youkai who shook his head in defiance.
"No!" Miyohiko mouthed
"Hai, I must. There is too much at stake. We can not make any errors. Most of the Northern armies have been annihilated by Itaru. Only a small group managed to make it this far. He has become extremely dangerous Miyohiko. We can not let his blood reign go any further then it has already. I know you want to avenge your father, but you were weakened by the poison. Do you understand this Miyohiko? I will avenge all of them. I swear it!" Sesshomaru finished as he placed his hand on the youkai's shoulders once more
Miyohiko reached up covering Sesshomaru's hand with his own as he nod his head in agreement.
"Now get some rest. You have some little visitors coming in a matter of hours Sesshomaru" Finished as he moved towards the chambers door. "I will come and check on you again later." Sesshomaru said as exited the chamber.
Miyohiko sat a moment staring after the youkai. His cousin was going to war on his behalf. Indeed it was a noble thing for him to get involved. Even so there was a great danger that lay ahead if Itaru had gained control of the Black Wolf of Moon Armor. He would prove and extremely dangerous opponent for even Sesshomaru, Miyohiko thought. There is a strong possibility you will loose your life Sesshomaru. Not to mention Rin who had fallen in love with Sesshomaru, what of her. What will become of her if you die? He questioned silently as he turned his attention to the open window.
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Hours Passed
Sesshomaru came to a stop outside of Rin's chamber door. The day had been long and had left him exhausted. In a matter of days his perfect world had been turned completely upside down. Miyohiko had nearly been killed. His uncle and a visiting Lord had been murdered by his older cousin. Now it appeared that he would be going off to a battle he wasn't sure he'd return from, he thought.
He leaned forward resting his head against the wooden door. He'd never been one for avoiding problems no matter how complex or dire the outcome could be, but at that moment he wished he could avoid the dilemma that was before him. He'd made up his mind earlier in the day to tell Rin the truth. He was the only one who knew the answer to her question of what had happened to her brother.
She deserved to know what happened to her brother. He couldn't take the risk of her continuing on her futile quest. There was a strong possibility he would die in battle. He would need to grant her peace before he left for his uncertain future onthe battle field. This was most he could do after breaking her heart, he thought as he grasped the handle of the door between his fingers and turning it slowly.
Quietly he walked into the room his eyes settled on Rin who stood out on her bedroom terrace. She was dressed in a light blue sleeping gown that dropped to her ankles. Her raven colored tresses spilled down her back blowing ever so lightly as a breeze ushered through the room. The sweet scent of sakura permeated the air. The night's sky was clear with the exception of the moon, which illuminated it along with stars which twinkled across sky from their scattered positions. Sesshomaru continued to watch the girl who seemed to unaware of his presence.
"Rin." He called in a low voice.
He paused a moment waiting for her response to be greeted with silence. Bit by Bit he moved towards her until he was close enough to reach out and touch her which he wasted little time doing. He grabbed hold of he shoulders causing the girl to gasp in response.
Immediately the wet and salty scent of tears touched his sensitive nose. Panic struck Sesshomaru as he hurriedly spun the girl around so that she was facing him. His eyes widened at the sight of her pale damp skin. Rin quickly pressed herself against his being. Sesshomaru dropped his arms around her waist in response. He squeezed her petite form close to him as he rest his chin atop her head.
"What ails you my love?" Sesshomaru questioned his soft baritone voice low and gentle in tone.
"There will be war won't there?" Rin questioned as the tears began to flow heavily her face pressed against his chest.
"Hai." Sesshomaru responded stroking her head gently as he continued to hold her to him.
"Please don't leave me. If you die, I will be alone again. I don't think I can't bare it." Rin said in between sobs
"I will always be with you Rin." He stated tightening his hold on her
"Promise me you won't die. Please promise me!" Rin exclaimed as she leaned back her gaze meeting his.
Sesshomaru stared down at Rin his heart was in so much turmoil. He loved this girl more then he'd first realized. If only it could be different he thought as his mind wondered back to wishing of things that could not be. Or could it he thought as a faint smile graced his mouth. Could he have a life with this human wench? Kami he wished he could, he thought as he stared down into her dark brown eyes as she pleaded for his safe return as if they actually held control over fate. Things would be far easier if they had,Sesshomaru thought as he readied to answer her.
"Rin, I can not promise such a thing" He said his voice even in tone.
He felt her body go lax as her legs gave way. Quickly he drew her up into his arms. Her head rested on his shoulder her raven tresses spilling across his forearm. He turned slowly and moved towards the bed laying her down before kneeling beside her.
Rin took hold of his hand pressing it to her face as they watched each other in silence. He knew she hurt because of the impending war. The girl had suffered great loss in her life, yet some how she'd always managed to remain strong. How he desired to take her and protect from all that would bring her grief.
"Lay with me." Rin whispered cutting into his thoughts
"I don't think it would be wise. Your injuries have not healed." Sesshomaru stated as he stared at the area of her night gown that was bunched up over her bandage.
"Will you deny me, my lord?" Rin questioned in a voice that caused the youkai's pulse to race. "You will leave tomorrow for battle." She began once more "There is no guarantee that you will return to me. Give me this night. Let me be with you. This may be our last time together." She finished as a tear slid down her cheek.
Rin leaned forward placing a soft kiss on the youkai's forehead before laying back against the pillows that lined the bedding. She watched as he rose from his kneeling position and walked to the opposite side of the bed. Slowly he removed his robe revealing his tall lean form. Sesshomaru slid in the bedding behind Rin spooning his body against her as he placed a gentle kiss on her small mouth.
"I love you" She whispered as he dragged his mouth away from hers sprinkling soft kisses along her jaw line.
"And I you" he responded "Now get some rest."
Rin stared across her shoulder at the youkai as a mischievous smile graced her mouth.
"Surely you don't think I asked you to join me in bed for rest?" She questioned raising one eyebrow.
Sesshomaru smiled before leaning in to claim her mouth once more. Slowly his slid his tongue between her soft lips as his hand slid across her body. Gently he slid his hand beneath the soft material of the night gown as he made and path to the awaiting warmth just between legs. Rin moaned as he moved his warm mouth down across her jaw line settling on the sensitive area just below her ear.
He moved his mouth in a even pace drawing moans from the girl as he massaged her neck moving his mouth and tongue in slow unison. He slid his hand inside her undergarments to her wet warmth. Rin gasped as his finger made contact with her nerve center. Gently he began moving his finger back and forth across the throbbing nerve. Rin dug her nails into the bedding as she arched against his touch.
Rin moved her hand down covering his with her own. Slowly she moved her hand in chime with his as he continued to suckle on her neck. He moved his free hand to the hardened tip of her breast. Gently he grazed the swollen tip causing her to let out a loud moan. Her scent was becoming stronger. Stronger then normal he thought as he continued his ministrations.
Rin slid her right hand behind her back taking Sesshomaru's swollen member between her small fingers. Gently she began pumping up and down on his heated flesh causing him to groan against her ear.
"Take me my Lord." Rin ordered in a breathy voice.
"Hai." Sesshomaru responded in a heavy passion ridden tone. The girls ministrations were as sweet as any he'd ever felt he thought as she ran her thumb across the throbbing tip of his member. Hurriedly he moved his hand pushing her gown up over her curvy hips before ripping away the material that blocked him from his desired destination.
He moved his knee lifting her leg so that it was perched atop of his as he scooted in close behind her. He could feel the heat of her passage but and inch away. Rin reached up wrapping her hand behind his head drawing him forward so that his mouth covered hers. Gently he pushed forward submerging himself with the girls welcoming warmth. He let out a groan against her mouth as he began thrusting into her wet passage.
Gradually he increased his tempo as Rin bucked her hips countering his every thrust.
Rin threw her head back calling his name as he continued to move within her his finger messaging feverishly against her swollen nerve center.
"Sesshomaru Rin called breathlessly as she clenched the bed sheets. Her body trembled as she was overcome with hot orgasmic bliss. Sesshomaru felt the girl's wall close over his throbbing member sending him to his release. He thrust forward a few more times milking himself dry within her tight passages before rolling onto his back.
Rin turned facing him. Sesshomaru stretched his arm to the side granting the girl passage to rest her head on his chest. They lay silently both of them panting heavily. Sesshomaru lay in thought as Rin cuddled close to him her arm flung across his mid section. Everything had gone wrong. He quickly forgotten why he'd originally come to he chamber. There was the matter of telling her of her brother. He stared down at the girl who laid against him peacefully.
Once he told her he would surely loose her forever, but that was a chance he would have to take.
"Rin." He began in a low raspy voice
"Hai." She responded in a drowsy voice
"Rin, there is something I must tell you." He started again his breathing increasing slightly
"Hai" she responded once more her head still firmly planted on his chest.
"Rin, I have some information concer.."
Suddenly a knock came to the door interrupting them. Rin moved her body off of his as he moved to rise from the bedding.
"Nani?" Sesshomaru called as he moved reapplying his previously discarded robe.
"My Lord Aya has sent for you. The pups have arrived." The man voiced excitedly
"I see. Tell her I will come shortly." Sesshomaru responded
"Hai." The man answered
Sesshomaru turned to face Rin who had already moved from the bed and was slipping on her robe.
"Let's go and get cleaned up. It seems we have two little ones who need our welcome." Rin said as she grabbed clean clothing and left the room.
"Hai." Sesshomaru responded giving chase.
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Half Hour Later
Sesshomaru pushed the room's door open before stepping aside and allowing Rin entrance. Rin's eyes immediately fell to Bikki who sat in the bed a small bundle secure in her arms. Miyohiko sat in a chair near the side of her bed another small bundle in his arms.
Rin hurried to the girl side as she staring down on the sleeping infant she held. The baby was so tiny Rin thought as she looked it over its small clawed hand clasped Bikki thumb. It had brown hair like Bikki with small pointed ears like Miyohiko.
"Rin!" Bikki called in an excited yet low voice.
"Hai" Rin said sending the girl a warm smile. "Bikki they are so precious Rin said as she moved over towards Miyohiko staring down on the bundle he held in his arms.
"What will you call them?" Rin questioned as she took the small blue haired bundle from Miyohiko.
"Well the girl we have decided to name Fumi." Bikki said motioning towards the blue haired bundle "For the boy we have decided to call him Hisato." Bikki finished as she stared down at the brown haired bundle she held in her arms.
"Hai, Fumi and Hisato is it? " Rin said as she held the bundle in her arms "You have chosen them fine names. Miyohiko you are awfully quiet." Rin said staring down at the youkai."
Miyohiko stared up at Rin his eyes as empty as she had ever seen. Slowly he rose moving pass her and exiting the room.
"Did I say something wrong?" Rin questioned puzzled over his behavior
"Gomen, I forgot to tell you earlier Rin." Sesshomaru started "Rin Miyohiko has permanently loss his ability to speak."
"Nani!? But why, how?" She questioned excitedly
"The poison damaged his vocal chords." Bikki interjected "It bothers him that he can't speak, but Miyohiko is strong in will. He will not let this keep him down for long." Bikki Finished sending her a reassuring smile.
"She is right. Don't beat yourself up over it. You didn't know. I'll go and have a word with him later." Sesshomaru finished as he continued to watch Rin as she held the bundle in her arms.
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Hours Later
Rin laid in bed snuggled close to Sesshomaru. She listened quietly to his heart beat as his chest rose and fell evenly. He had drifted off shortly after they'd returned from visiting with Bikki and the newborns. They were so beautiful, Rin thought thinking back to the image of the small bundle she'd held.
She was extremely happy for Bikki and Miyohiko, but she couldn't deny the small amount of envy she held for the girl. She and Miyohiko had been through so much to be together, and it finally looked as though things were looking up for them, with the exception of Miyohiko's loss of his voice. None the less what Bikki had with Miyohiko, was what she desired of Sesshomaru. A complete life with a family. She wanted more then anything to be his mate, but it looked as though fate would deny them, she thought sinking further into the slumbering youkai's embrace.
Rin could feel the wait of her eye lids as they begin to close. Exhaustion was settling in on the girl after all it had been a along day. She glanced up at Sesshomaru once more before her eyes finally caved to the pressure of awaiting sleep. Maybe it wasn't so far fetched to dream of alife with him. Maybe the heavens would hear her prayer, and grant her the life she desired with him. Maybe, just maybe they would have a family too.
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Long awaited update Hope you guys enjoyed this chapter. Big Hugs to my loyal Readers Nekiochan and Nightmare of Cats. Thanks girls!! And Big hugs to all of you who were kind enough to review. Your Kind words are what keep me going. Anyways as always let me know what you think by signing the guest book. oNE MORE THING cHAPTER 11 WILL BE POSTED TOMORROW NIGHT!!
