This poem addresses one of the reasons why I think Sesshoumaru-sama has allowed Rin to stay with him. Hypothetically, of course.

Disclaimer: I don't own Sesshoumaru-sama, or any of the characters in Inu Yasha. If I did, there would be many more episodes with Sesshoumaru-sama in them.

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Why the Girl?

The day she came into your life--
What was it then, great taiyoukai?
Was it her smile of chipped sunshine
Or her wide eyes that captured and crossed the line?
Sweet laughter of human delight
Wrapped around your leg so tight?
Or, tell me, could it be, I wonder--
Memories that speak the fonder
Of a puff of toothy, dog-eared bother;
Of your little hanyou brother?

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Constructive criticism is much appreciated!