kaikawaii: I feel so good!!! Thanks for all the reviews... I LOVE you
all!!! Anyways, here's the most recent chapter, hope you like this one...
Special thanks to: Blue Savage: thanks so much for the tips! Love ya! Mwah! swimchick1614: I'm very sorry for the cliffy! hope this chapter makes up for all of that. Tomo Star: thanks for the review. hope to hear from you soon. Dorie: thanks. Lil Ayame: sure. anything for my reviewers just keep on reviewing, this chapter's for you by the way. FireDemond: yeah, I'm evil. thanks for the review. weird0: I think you're wrong about me not being evil. ask blue savage.... hehehe! strangel14899: I don't have a pet. well, I do have a turtle, but it ran away... Trom Kehra: good guess about what's going to happen. I think it's pretty obvious though. forever: Yup! I just love cliffhangers like you do! joViz: thanks. fluffys Rin: please, I already have at least four flames and I'm already burnt. kaikawaiiissogood: thanks for the review. I like you're name, where'd you get it? Sara: thanks for the review. filipino-loverÜ: dami palang Pilipino dito! anyways, saya ko at nagustohan mo! bratgoddess88: I'm really sorry for the cliffhangers. I just really love them! and since this is my first story with chapters, I got really addicted to it! Sorona: thanks for the review. sorry if I just wrote this "thank you" things now. it's just... well... thanks anyways. viv: thanks so much for the encouragement! it worked and believe me, I'm really very stubborn at times... fishandhchips: hey, I love your name... it's so cool. anyways, thank you, thank you. Kirdan: thank you Kirdan. DraGonMistress704: yey for mirosang!!! I was actually getting sick of making them fight and because Miroku is one of my favorite characters, I don't really want him to get hurt with those slaps and punches. Ajina Kaori-san: I dream about Sesshy too. Is Sesshy double 'S'? sorry didn't know until now... Sor Ka: I guess you're kinda right. I'm trying my best to make them realistic though. thanks for the tip. and, hey, I'm taking this seriously. Kono Mama Dei: thanks for the review but I must remind you that this is an AU fic, meaning it is MY fic and I get to choose their behavior. thanks for the 'tip' anyway. Shaking Heads: Hey! you gave me my first flame! And, Inuyasha is a love story, that's why Kagome is there and so is Kikiyo. I think you're the one with the misunderstanding. Anyways, I will try my best to bring back the character's cool. killua: I don't fully agree with the sexual stuff and for those out there who are expecting me to write something lemony, I'm sorry because my parents don't allow me to write that kind of things yet. -for those who have reviewed and are not written here, I'm sorry because I don't want this special thanks thing to cover so much space. it's almost one page already. sorry guys, maybe next time. thanks a lot anyways.-
Disclaimer: I DO NOT OWN INUYASHA OR ANY OF IT'S CHARACTERS!!! (hindi ko pag-aari and Inuyasha)
Because of You Chapter 8- His Conscience
-Sesshomaru's Point of View-
I emerged from the empty classroom with such a heavy feeling in my heart. It was like crying though no tears fell down. I stopped at the center of the hallway, deserted as well, and leaned against the marble wall of my school. I clutched the part of my body where my heart was directed to and closed my eyes.
Every time I heard or even remembered anything about Naraku's stupid plan, I had this funny feeling inside his body he had never felt before. It was like being tickled from within but how could that happen? This feeling was even more supreme than what I felt two years back for her. I have to admit I know nothing about... well... love.
I started walking once again, noticing footsteps coming my way. I have to get out from Naraku's prison. I have to think.
I quickly sneaked out of school. We weren't supposed to be there especially at one of the sophomore classrooms at this building. I myself didn't know why I was there. Naraku just grabbed me and we ended up at that room.
At last, fresh air outside school. I put my hands in my pocket and looked around. One of the first things I spotted were a group of girls chuckling to themselves, looking maliciously at me. I hate those flirts. Why can't they understand that I like someone else. Wait... did I just think that?
I started walking once again, half wishing to get peace, another half longing to get away from that group of girls. I walked, quickening my pace, feeling a cold gentle wind touch my face and whisper into my ear. I felt some of my silver locks dance with the air, playing around with it.
I turned to the street next to the Hegira Park, taking a swift glance at it. I can't believe how many things happened there. Brushing the thought off my mind, I stopped at the house where my motor bike was parked and entered it as quietly as I can.
As I entered my house, several house maids came rushing to me, checking if I was ok, helping me with my things and asking me if I wanted anything. I just shook my head and ascended upstairs, my floor, as I called it.
I stopped at the top of the staircase, catching sight of a certain picture. It was a portrait of me and 'her' near my family's summer cottage. I walked to it and put it faced down, not really wanting to remember it now. Noticing someone was watching me, I quickly turned my gaze to another set of stairs leading to my brother's, I mean, half-brother's side of the house.
"Come out," I said as Inuyasha's figure emerged from the darkness.
"Why did you turn that picture facedown?" Inuyasha asked, walking straight to the stairs leading to the first floor.
"None of your business," I replied coolly, putting my hands in my pockets once again.
"Found someone else have you?" Inuyasha asked, obvious that he couldn't keep his curiosity to himself anymore. "No sense lying, I can feel it."
I simply ignored his words. Why though? Did I think he was right? Did I have nothing to object? Was I really in love?
No. I am not. I'm just confused, yes, confused.
So I went to my room and quickly threw myself on my bed, scanning my messy room. Clothes of all sorts were whether on the floor or hanging on something else and pieces of paper scattered around my room. True, I haven't cleaned up my room for a century. The maids aren't allowed to come in here, just in case they start being as nosy as my brother too.
I looked up at my cobalt ceiling thinking. It all happened during that crazy "accident". Why wasn't I looking at where I was going? Or better yet, why didn't Emiko simply avoid my motorbike? It's all her fault.
Oh, why am I being childish like Naraku? I just wish I could change time so that none of this would happen. So I could move to another city and escape the coming of Emiko. I wish I could ignore all this, but not taking notice of all these is not as easy as it looks.
I looked at the floor now, and noticed something sticking out from under my desk. I promptly got on my feet and snatched that thing.
It turned out to be the scrapbook she gave me on my fifteenth birthday. I reluctantly opened it and was greeted by the same picture of Rin and me. We were under our favorite Sakura tree, my arms around her waist and her head against my shoulder. I was actually smiling at this picture. Rin was the only person to make me smile...
---------------------------
"Why don't you smile Sesshomaru?" asked a very sweet voice.
"I don't think I should spend my pastime smiling like an idiot when nothing's really funny," replied Sesshomaru.
"Well once you do it, it'll not seem like anything harmful," lectured Rin as she stood up with her hands on her waist. "It'll actually help you with your problems and make you feel at ease when you're troubled."
"I'm at ease when you are," muttered Sesshomaru shyly.
Rin smiled even wider and sat down beside Sesshomaru once again.
---------------------------
I looked at the picture one last time and then turned to the next page. There were two photographs this time, one was my gang and I and the other was Rin with Inuyasha.
I forgot how close those two were. Inuyasha was actually kind to me during the period Rin and I were together. We were close then but our bond was broken by that stupid accident.
I then turned to the next page. There was no picture in there. Instead, Rin pasted my first "love letter" on this page.
My Rin,
First of all, I want to say thank you for all you've done. You've made me forget my problems and made me feel relieved. I feel very grateful to have you at my side.
You're the only girl that makes my heart beat fast and slow at the same time. When I'm about to say something to you, I have the tendency to swallow my words. You're the only girl that makes me blush, stutter or even trip while I'm walking.
Rin I want to make this clear. I don't want to be you're first love, I want to be your last...
Sesshomaru
It took me a lifetime to write this, with the help of some people of coarse. It was very short but Rin told me it was her favorite. Not that I really wrote her so much letters.
I flipped to the next page. I found myself looking at the necklace Rin gave me. It had a black string and a beautiful pendant with the words, 'You're my no. 1' on it. I recalled how many people she asked to 'order' me to wear it. However, in the end, I still won.
The last few pages were pictures once again. I had a copy of each picture except for the last one. It was a photo taken by Rin's stepfather while we were both sleeping. I was there guarding her in the hospital apparently I fell asleep, her hand was in mine. Rin on the other hands was on the hospital bed, her back supported by several pillows...
----------------------
"Sesshomaru! Sesshomaru!"
The silver haired teenager jerked awake by the calling of his name. "Rin?"
"No. It's me, Dr. Silva." Sesshomaru was face to face with Rin's doctor, his white hair and beard full of sweat.
"Why are you here? Are you done with the check-up?" asked Sesshomaru.
"Yes. Apparently Rin has two broken ribs, a broken leg and a fractured arm. Her brain also has damage. The accident was too sudden and the car was speeding too fast. She lost a lot of blood too, since she was not stabilized in the hospital as soon as possible. Do you know what this means?"
Sesshomaru shook his head. He had never heard such a damage since his mom was stabbed by a knife and run over by a ten wheeler truck.
"I'm afraid to say that Ms. Karrashi has very little possibility to live. But if she does so, her opportunity of walking is zero percent. Blood cells in the ovary have as well been dented so her pregnancy is um... let's say she cannot have children. A series of blood transfer and body organ transplant must also be apprehended. But I am not 100% sure that this will really work."
"What? This is supposed to be a hospital, is it not? You are known for the best hospital in the country. You have saved several lives, why not hers?" shouted Sesshomaru angrily.
"As I said, she reached this hospital too late. It's all in God's hands now, I'm afraid. And not even all the best hospitals and doctors in the world put together can change what path 'The Man' has chosen for us," said the doctor as he left.
Sesshomaru turned to Rin. She was now awake, her eyes starting to fly open.
"Was that Dr. Silva? What did he say?" she asked in a very weak voice.
Sesshomaru was silent for a while.
"That you have very little possibility to live," replied Sesshomaru sadly. However, Rin still flashed out a smile. "Why are you smiling?"
"Because I know that at least there's someone who cares for me now," Rin said coolly. "But Sesshomaru, you must also understand that each of us has his or her time. And if God says it's mine, we have to let go. I have learned that from my mother, who gave her life away because she loved me. And that I must do as well. I know it's not easy to leave this world, but knowing there is a better one out there makes the pain go away."
Sesshomaru looked both confused and shocked with what Rin said, but no matter how hard it was, he respected whatever Rin said.
"You must promise me to live you're life fully Sesshomaru. Never close the door for possibilities like love or even friendship. It is my wish that you love again and become happy. Please, promise this for me."
Sesshomaru slowly nodded and held Rin's icy hand.
"I promise."
----------------------
I slowly closed the scrapbook and thought about Rin's words. Open up? What did she mean by that. Was my door closed when she came into my life?
For a year, I haven't thought of her words. A possibility of love. Was there really an opportunity for me to love or treasure someone as dearly as Rin?
Then it occurred to me. Emiko! I looked at my wristwatch quickly. 5:50. The sun sets at six!
I quickly ran out my room. I must reach her in time. I must save her, for Rin and Rin's dying wish.
-normal POV-
Sesshomaru ran as quickly as he could. Maids were asking if anything was wrong but he just kept on running.
He emerged out the door in bare feet, not really having enough time to wear his shoes. It didn't matter if his feet were now swollen, as long as he got there in time.
Rain started to pour as well. Sesshomaru ran even faster, making people glance at him with a weird expression on their faces. He even have to tackle some of the people who were causing such a crowd. But he didn't have time to mind that now. Not when a life it at sake.
There was only one question though, how would he save her?
Emiko was getting soaked up. Touya had already closed his eyes. She couldn't get away from his hold. He was too strong. Emiko was already feeling his breath close to her, their noses brush against each other. Touya didn't seem to notice it was raining though, he just continued.
At last, Sesshomaru reached the place. He opened the door hurriedly, he had the urge to kick it though, but it might cause him trouble which he didn't have time for. He ran to the stairs and climbed as fast as he could.
"Would you like a towel sir?" he heard the now awaken usher shout.
However, no one could stop him now. He was in the second floor when he bumped into someone.
"I'm so sorry," said the girl. "Hey, I know you, you're part of Akira's gang, aren't you?"
Sesshomaru looked up to see Madison standing right in front of him, her front shirt wet as well because of their sudden encounter. Her hair was up in two neat ponytails so her freckled face was clearly seen.
"You live here right? Mind if I use your balcony?" asked Sesshomaru hurriedly.
"Actually, I was just about to go but sure, anything for Akira's friend." Madison led the way to her apartment room. She got out her keys, which were snatched out of her hand by Sesshomaru. Madison looked shocked as she watched Sesshomaru unlock her door hastily. When he heard the lock open, he kicked the door and scanned the room.
Now their lips were brushing onto each other. Emiko had the urge to punch Touya for his actions but both of her hands were laced with his. She didn't want this to happen. She knew she liked Touya but not as in like, like. She loved him as a friend and this incident made her understand that.
They were about to kiss when she felt Touya's hand no longer on hers but instead on her shoulder. Suddenly, she felt a great amount of force pushing her, and it was Touya.
"Wha- wha- what are you doing?" she managed to ask. She screamed just before Touya had successfully push her off the building. The last thing she saw was Touya's content face looking down at her, when all went blank.
Both Madison and Sesshomaru heard a loud shout coming from outside. Sesshomaru quickly spotted the door to the balcony and swung it open. Rain started to pour on his once again as he ran to the edge of the terrace. He put his bare feet in between the metal railings for support and held out both of his hands.
He heard a loud laughter and another scream as he felt a great weight on his hands. It was Emiko, the back of her blouse torn and her rear was bleeding badly. Sesshomaru groaned at her heaviness as he carried her safely on the balcony. He slipped as he withdrew his feet from between the terrace railings, and they both fell, Emiko's chest to his.
Madison witnessed all this happen at once. She did not move from the shock. How could Emiko have fallen off the rooftop? How did Sesshomaru know this would happen?
She heard Sesshomaru moan and saw him stand up, trying to support Emiko on his arm. His uniform was now stained with Emiko's blood as he carried her in the room. Emiko's blood was pouring as well just like the rain outside.
"Get a first aid kit, water and fresh clothes," said Sesshomaru. He laid Emiko on one of the white sheet beds, which were stained with blood as well. However, Madison didn't move. She just stayed still, her hand on her mouth.
"How- how- how-"
"DIDN'T YOU HEAR ME? I SAID GET A FIRST AID KIT, WATER AND FRESH CLOTHES. NOW!!!"
Madison was now running around, getting what she was asked, rather ordered to get. Sesshomaru on the other hand checked Emiko's temperature. She was now burning hot, from the rain perhaps. Her breathing was heard within the serene room, beads of sweat trickled down her fore head as well. The sheets of the bed she was lying on was now soaked in her blood.
"Here," said Madison as she entered the room, carrying a first aid kit, a bowl on top of it and an oversized t-shirt swung on her shoulder.
Sesshomaru wasted no time. He turned Emiko gently, facedown so that he could cover her wounds. He ripped her blouse fully so that he could see her injury clearly. It was a big slash that reached from her shoulder to the end of her back.
Sesshomaru opened the kit and got the bandages and laid them on the bed. Madison handed him the bowl of water with a small towel in it. Sesshomaru was no expert in this, but he's done it once.
The silver haired teenager wrung the wet towel and gently cleaned Emiko's wound. Emiko moaned every time the piece of cloth touched her. She was sweating too.
"How could she have a wound this big?" asked Sesshomaru.
"She probably hit one of the sharp edges of this building or someone did that to her," replied Madison.
Sesshomaru almost fainted with the smell of blood but he had to be strong if he wanted to save her. Naraku would probably be mad at him for this, but because it was Rin's wish, it must be granted.
After cleaning her wound, Sesshomaru simply handed the bandages to Madison for he couldn't bare the smell anymore. He went to the bathroom and tried to wash off the blood on his clothes.
By the time Sesshomaru got out of the lavatory, Emiko was already dressed in Madison's extra large shirt and a pair of cycling shorts.
"You better bring her home because my brother's going to arrive here soon," said Madison looking very disgusted at her bed sheet.
"Just one more favor," said Sesshomaru as he carried Emiko cautiously, trying his hardest not to touch her wound. "Find the Ishikawa's home number in the directory and tell them she'll be sleeping at a friend's house."
Madison nodded and Sesshomaru exited the room. He had caused so much trouble today. He wished that Inuyasha wouldn't be home when he comes or he's done for it.
As Sesshomaru entered the house alertly, he quickly ran up the stairs and into his room. Fortunately Inuyasha was still out with Kagome and the others. He silently crept into his room and laid Emiko on his bed. Then he started cleaning up the mess in his room.
"Where am I?" a voice asked suddenly.
"In my house," replied Sesshomaru as he emerged out of the bathroom.
Emiko tried to shift her position but she couldn't. "I think my arm's broken."
Sesshomaru moved to her and held her arm. She groaned as he touched it. Sesshomaru slowly nodded and went out the door to get a cast.
"Thank you so much for saving me," said Emiko as she limped towards Sesshomaru.
Emiko was in Sesshomaru's clothing now, wearing his cargo pants and shirt. Last night went fine enough. Emiko called her mother saying that she needed to stay at a friends house to do some extra assignments and that she would be back tomorrow. Emiko also slept peacefully on Sesshomaru's bed while the owner slept on the floor mattress. She had also eaten breakfast early this morning and did her homework with a little help from the maids.
Emiko walked a few more steps towards Sesshomaru and hugged him with her good hand. Surprisingly, Sesshomaru returned her hug by putting both of his arms, reluctantly, around her waist.
"You're not as bad as I thought you were," said Emiko as she withdrew her hand blushing. There was this really funny feeling inside of her that she never felt when Touya was around. What was it? She didn't know.
"Remember, this is the first and last time I'll save you. And stay away from us from now on," said Sesshomaru in his usual monotone.
Emiko nodded understanding fully what he meant and emerged from the house. Sesshomaru followed her to school just in case Naraku had more plans in his sleeve, but luckily, she was safe. Sesshomaru only left her from his watch when she was around her friends again.
A/N: So, how'd you like it? Was it short or long? Am I too fast or slow? Anyways, that's the best I could do. I've decided that next chapter will be...................................... Sorry, don't want to spill it out yet. But you have to review or I'll not update soon... PLEASE 0.0! Thanks...... here, I'll give you guys a brownie! Ja!
Special thanks to: Blue Savage: thanks so much for the tips! Love ya! Mwah! swimchick1614: I'm very sorry for the cliffy! hope this chapter makes up for all of that. Tomo Star: thanks for the review. hope to hear from you soon. Dorie: thanks. Lil Ayame: sure. anything for my reviewers just keep on reviewing, this chapter's for you by the way. FireDemond: yeah, I'm evil. thanks for the review. weird0: I think you're wrong about me not being evil. ask blue savage.... hehehe! strangel14899: I don't have a pet. well, I do have a turtle, but it ran away... Trom Kehra: good guess about what's going to happen. I think it's pretty obvious though. forever: Yup! I just love cliffhangers like you do! joViz: thanks. fluffys Rin: please, I already have at least four flames and I'm already burnt. kaikawaiiissogood: thanks for the review. I like you're name, where'd you get it? Sara: thanks for the review. filipino-loverÜ: dami palang Pilipino dito! anyways, saya ko at nagustohan mo! bratgoddess88: I'm really sorry for the cliffhangers. I just really love them! and since this is my first story with chapters, I got really addicted to it! Sorona: thanks for the review. sorry if I just wrote this "thank you" things now. it's just... well... thanks anyways. viv: thanks so much for the encouragement! it worked and believe me, I'm really very stubborn at times... fishandhchips: hey, I love your name... it's so cool. anyways, thank you, thank you. Kirdan: thank you Kirdan. DraGonMistress704: yey for mirosang!!! I was actually getting sick of making them fight and because Miroku is one of my favorite characters, I don't really want him to get hurt with those slaps and punches. Ajina Kaori-san: I dream about Sesshy too. Is Sesshy double 'S'? sorry didn't know until now... Sor Ka: I guess you're kinda right. I'm trying my best to make them realistic though. thanks for the tip. and, hey, I'm taking this seriously. Kono Mama Dei: thanks for the review but I must remind you that this is an AU fic, meaning it is MY fic and I get to choose their behavior. thanks for the 'tip' anyway. Shaking Heads: Hey! you gave me my first flame! And, Inuyasha is a love story, that's why Kagome is there and so is Kikiyo. I think you're the one with the misunderstanding. Anyways, I will try my best to bring back the character's cool. killua: I don't fully agree with the sexual stuff and for those out there who are expecting me to write something lemony, I'm sorry because my parents don't allow me to write that kind of things yet. -for those who have reviewed and are not written here, I'm sorry because I don't want this special thanks thing to cover so much space. it's almost one page already. sorry guys, maybe next time. thanks a lot anyways.-
Disclaimer: I DO NOT OWN INUYASHA OR ANY OF IT'S CHARACTERS!!! (hindi ko pag-aari and Inuyasha)
Because of You Chapter 8- His Conscience
-Sesshomaru's Point of View-
I emerged from the empty classroom with such a heavy feeling in my heart. It was like crying though no tears fell down. I stopped at the center of the hallway, deserted as well, and leaned against the marble wall of my school. I clutched the part of my body where my heart was directed to and closed my eyes.
Every time I heard or even remembered anything about Naraku's stupid plan, I had this funny feeling inside his body he had never felt before. It was like being tickled from within but how could that happen? This feeling was even more supreme than what I felt two years back for her. I have to admit I know nothing about... well... love.
I started walking once again, noticing footsteps coming my way. I have to get out from Naraku's prison. I have to think.
I quickly sneaked out of school. We weren't supposed to be there especially at one of the sophomore classrooms at this building. I myself didn't know why I was there. Naraku just grabbed me and we ended up at that room.
At last, fresh air outside school. I put my hands in my pocket and looked around. One of the first things I spotted were a group of girls chuckling to themselves, looking maliciously at me. I hate those flirts. Why can't they understand that I like someone else. Wait... did I just think that?
I started walking once again, half wishing to get peace, another half longing to get away from that group of girls. I walked, quickening my pace, feeling a cold gentle wind touch my face and whisper into my ear. I felt some of my silver locks dance with the air, playing around with it.
I turned to the street next to the Hegira Park, taking a swift glance at it. I can't believe how many things happened there. Brushing the thought off my mind, I stopped at the house where my motor bike was parked and entered it as quietly as I can.
As I entered my house, several house maids came rushing to me, checking if I was ok, helping me with my things and asking me if I wanted anything. I just shook my head and ascended upstairs, my floor, as I called it.
I stopped at the top of the staircase, catching sight of a certain picture. It was a portrait of me and 'her' near my family's summer cottage. I walked to it and put it faced down, not really wanting to remember it now. Noticing someone was watching me, I quickly turned my gaze to another set of stairs leading to my brother's, I mean, half-brother's side of the house.
"Come out," I said as Inuyasha's figure emerged from the darkness.
"Why did you turn that picture facedown?" Inuyasha asked, walking straight to the stairs leading to the first floor.
"None of your business," I replied coolly, putting my hands in my pockets once again.
"Found someone else have you?" Inuyasha asked, obvious that he couldn't keep his curiosity to himself anymore. "No sense lying, I can feel it."
I simply ignored his words. Why though? Did I think he was right? Did I have nothing to object? Was I really in love?
No. I am not. I'm just confused, yes, confused.
So I went to my room and quickly threw myself on my bed, scanning my messy room. Clothes of all sorts were whether on the floor or hanging on something else and pieces of paper scattered around my room. True, I haven't cleaned up my room for a century. The maids aren't allowed to come in here, just in case they start being as nosy as my brother too.
I looked up at my cobalt ceiling thinking. It all happened during that crazy "accident". Why wasn't I looking at where I was going? Or better yet, why didn't Emiko simply avoid my motorbike? It's all her fault.
Oh, why am I being childish like Naraku? I just wish I could change time so that none of this would happen. So I could move to another city and escape the coming of Emiko. I wish I could ignore all this, but not taking notice of all these is not as easy as it looks.
I looked at the floor now, and noticed something sticking out from under my desk. I promptly got on my feet and snatched that thing.
It turned out to be the scrapbook she gave me on my fifteenth birthday. I reluctantly opened it and was greeted by the same picture of Rin and me. We were under our favorite Sakura tree, my arms around her waist and her head against my shoulder. I was actually smiling at this picture. Rin was the only person to make me smile...
---------------------------
"Why don't you smile Sesshomaru?" asked a very sweet voice.
"I don't think I should spend my pastime smiling like an idiot when nothing's really funny," replied Sesshomaru.
"Well once you do it, it'll not seem like anything harmful," lectured Rin as she stood up with her hands on her waist. "It'll actually help you with your problems and make you feel at ease when you're troubled."
"I'm at ease when you are," muttered Sesshomaru shyly.
Rin smiled even wider and sat down beside Sesshomaru once again.
---------------------------
I looked at the picture one last time and then turned to the next page. There were two photographs this time, one was my gang and I and the other was Rin with Inuyasha.
I forgot how close those two were. Inuyasha was actually kind to me during the period Rin and I were together. We were close then but our bond was broken by that stupid accident.
I then turned to the next page. There was no picture in there. Instead, Rin pasted my first "love letter" on this page.
My Rin,
First of all, I want to say thank you for all you've done. You've made me forget my problems and made me feel relieved. I feel very grateful to have you at my side.
You're the only girl that makes my heart beat fast and slow at the same time. When I'm about to say something to you, I have the tendency to swallow my words. You're the only girl that makes me blush, stutter or even trip while I'm walking.
Rin I want to make this clear. I don't want to be you're first love, I want to be your last...
Sesshomaru
It took me a lifetime to write this, with the help of some people of coarse. It was very short but Rin told me it was her favorite. Not that I really wrote her so much letters.
I flipped to the next page. I found myself looking at the necklace Rin gave me. It had a black string and a beautiful pendant with the words, 'You're my no. 1' on it. I recalled how many people she asked to 'order' me to wear it. However, in the end, I still won.
The last few pages were pictures once again. I had a copy of each picture except for the last one. It was a photo taken by Rin's stepfather while we were both sleeping. I was there guarding her in the hospital apparently I fell asleep, her hand was in mine. Rin on the other hands was on the hospital bed, her back supported by several pillows...
----------------------
"Sesshomaru! Sesshomaru!"
The silver haired teenager jerked awake by the calling of his name. "Rin?"
"No. It's me, Dr. Silva." Sesshomaru was face to face with Rin's doctor, his white hair and beard full of sweat.
"Why are you here? Are you done with the check-up?" asked Sesshomaru.
"Yes. Apparently Rin has two broken ribs, a broken leg and a fractured arm. Her brain also has damage. The accident was too sudden and the car was speeding too fast. She lost a lot of blood too, since she was not stabilized in the hospital as soon as possible. Do you know what this means?"
Sesshomaru shook his head. He had never heard such a damage since his mom was stabbed by a knife and run over by a ten wheeler truck.
"I'm afraid to say that Ms. Karrashi has very little possibility to live. But if she does so, her opportunity of walking is zero percent. Blood cells in the ovary have as well been dented so her pregnancy is um... let's say she cannot have children. A series of blood transfer and body organ transplant must also be apprehended. But I am not 100% sure that this will really work."
"What? This is supposed to be a hospital, is it not? You are known for the best hospital in the country. You have saved several lives, why not hers?" shouted Sesshomaru angrily.
"As I said, she reached this hospital too late. It's all in God's hands now, I'm afraid. And not even all the best hospitals and doctors in the world put together can change what path 'The Man' has chosen for us," said the doctor as he left.
Sesshomaru turned to Rin. She was now awake, her eyes starting to fly open.
"Was that Dr. Silva? What did he say?" she asked in a very weak voice.
Sesshomaru was silent for a while.
"That you have very little possibility to live," replied Sesshomaru sadly. However, Rin still flashed out a smile. "Why are you smiling?"
"Because I know that at least there's someone who cares for me now," Rin said coolly. "But Sesshomaru, you must also understand that each of us has his or her time. And if God says it's mine, we have to let go. I have learned that from my mother, who gave her life away because she loved me. And that I must do as well. I know it's not easy to leave this world, but knowing there is a better one out there makes the pain go away."
Sesshomaru looked both confused and shocked with what Rin said, but no matter how hard it was, he respected whatever Rin said.
"You must promise me to live you're life fully Sesshomaru. Never close the door for possibilities like love or even friendship. It is my wish that you love again and become happy. Please, promise this for me."
Sesshomaru slowly nodded and held Rin's icy hand.
"I promise."
----------------------
I slowly closed the scrapbook and thought about Rin's words. Open up? What did she mean by that. Was my door closed when she came into my life?
For a year, I haven't thought of her words. A possibility of love. Was there really an opportunity for me to love or treasure someone as dearly as Rin?
Then it occurred to me. Emiko! I looked at my wristwatch quickly. 5:50. The sun sets at six!
I quickly ran out my room. I must reach her in time. I must save her, for Rin and Rin's dying wish.
-normal POV-
Sesshomaru ran as quickly as he could. Maids were asking if anything was wrong but he just kept on running.
He emerged out the door in bare feet, not really having enough time to wear his shoes. It didn't matter if his feet were now swollen, as long as he got there in time.
Rain started to pour as well. Sesshomaru ran even faster, making people glance at him with a weird expression on their faces. He even have to tackle some of the people who were causing such a crowd. But he didn't have time to mind that now. Not when a life it at sake.
There was only one question though, how would he save her?
Emiko was getting soaked up. Touya had already closed his eyes. She couldn't get away from his hold. He was too strong. Emiko was already feeling his breath close to her, their noses brush against each other. Touya didn't seem to notice it was raining though, he just continued.
At last, Sesshomaru reached the place. He opened the door hurriedly, he had the urge to kick it though, but it might cause him trouble which he didn't have time for. He ran to the stairs and climbed as fast as he could.
"Would you like a towel sir?" he heard the now awaken usher shout.
However, no one could stop him now. He was in the second floor when he bumped into someone.
"I'm so sorry," said the girl. "Hey, I know you, you're part of Akira's gang, aren't you?"
Sesshomaru looked up to see Madison standing right in front of him, her front shirt wet as well because of their sudden encounter. Her hair was up in two neat ponytails so her freckled face was clearly seen.
"You live here right? Mind if I use your balcony?" asked Sesshomaru hurriedly.
"Actually, I was just about to go but sure, anything for Akira's friend." Madison led the way to her apartment room. She got out her keys, which were snatched out of her hand by Sesshomaru. Madison looked shocked as she watched Sesshomaru unlock her door hastily. When he heard the lock open, he kicked the door and scanned the room.
Now their lips were brushing onto each other. Emiko had the urge to punch Touya for his actions but both of her hands were laced with his. She didn't want this to happen. She knew she liked Touya but not as in like, like. She loved him as a friend and this incident made her understand that.
They were about to kiss when she felt Touya's hand no longer on hers but instead on her shoulder. Suddenly, she felt a great amount of force pushing her, and it was Touya.
"Wha- wha- what are you doing?" she managed to ask. She screamed just before Touya had successfully push her off the building. The last thing she saw was Touya's content face looking down at her, when all went blank.
Both Madison and Sesshomaru heard a loud shout coming from outside. Sesshomaru quickly spotted the door to the balcony and swung it open. Rain started to pour on his once again as he ran to the edge of the terrace. He put his bare feet in between the metal railings for support and held out both of his hands.
He heard a loud laughter and another scream as he felt a great weight on his hands. It was Emiko, the back of her blouse torn and her rear was bleeding badly. Sesshomaru groaned at her heaviness as he carried her safely on the balcony. He slipped as he withdrew his feet from between the terrace railings, and they both fell, Emiko's chest to his.
Madison witnessed all this happen at once. She did not move from the shock. How could Emiko have fallen off the rooftop? How did Sesshomaru know this would happen?
She heard Sesshomaru moan and saw him stand up, trying to support Emiko on his arm. His uniform was now stained with Emiko's blood as he carried her in the room. Emiko's blood was pouring as well just like the rain outside.
"Get a first aid kit, water and fresh clothes," said Sesshomaru. He laid Emiko on one of the white sheet beds, which were stained with blood as well. However, Madison didn't move. She just stayed still, her hand on her mouth.
"How- how- how-"
"DIDN'T YOU HEAR ME? I SAID GET A FIRST AID KIT, WATER AND FRESH CLOTHES. NOW!!!"
Madison was now running around, getting what she was asked, rather ordered to get. Sesshomaru on the other hand checked Emiko's temperature. She was now burning hot, from the rain perhaps. Her breathing was heard within the serene room, beads of sweat trickled down her fore head as well. The sheets of the bed she was lying on was now soaked in her blood.
"Here," said Madison as she entered the room, carrying a first aid kit, a bowl on top of it and an oversized t-shirt swung on her shoulder.
Sesshomaru wasted no time. He turned Emiko gently, facedown so that he could cover her wounds. He ripped her blouse fully so that he could see her injury clearly. It was a big slash that reached from her shoulder to the end of her back.
Sesshomaru opened the kit and got the bandages and laid them on the bed. Madison handed him the bowl of water with a small towel in it. Sesshomaru was no expert in this, but he's done it once.
The silver haired teenager wrung the wet towel and gently cleaned Emiko's wound. Emiko moaned every time the piece of cloth touched her. She was sweating too.
"How could she have a wound this big?" asked Sesshomaru.
"She probably hit one of the sharp edges of this building or someone did that to her," replied Madison.
Sesshomaru almost fainted with the smell of blood but he had to be strong if he wanted to save her. Naraku would probably be mad at him for this, but because it was Rin's wish, it must be granted.
After cleaning her wound, Sesshomaru simply handed the bandages to Madison for he couldn't bare the smell anymore. He went to the bathroom and tried to wash off the blood on his clothes.
By the time Sesshomaru got out of the lavatory, Emiko was already dressed in Madison's extra large shirt and a pair of cycling shorts.
"You better bring her home because my brother's going to arrive here soon," said Madison looking very disgusted at her bed sheet.
"Just one more favor," said Sesshomaru as he carried Emiko cautiously, trying his hardest not to touch her wound. "Find the Ishikawa's home number in the directory and tell them she'll be sleeping at a friend's house."
Madison nodded and Sesshomaru exited the room. He had caused so much trouble today. He wished that Inuyasha wouldn't be home when he comes or he's done for it.
As Sesshomaru entered the house alertly, he quickly ran up the stairs and into his room. Fortunately Inuyasha was still out with Kagome and the others. He silently crept into his room and laid Emiko on his bed. Then he started cleaning up the mess in his room.
"Where am I?" a voice asked suddenly.
"In my house," replied Sesshomaru as he emerged out of the bathroom.
Emiko tried to shift her position but she couldn't. "I think my arm's broken."
Sesshomaru moved to her and held her arm. She groaned as he touched it. Sesshomaru slowly nodded and went out the door to get a cast.
"Thank you so much for saving me," said Emiko as she limped towards Sesshomaru.
Emiko was in Sesshomaru's clothing now, wearing his cargo pants and shirt. Last night went fine enough. Emiko called her mother saying that she needed to stay at a friends house to do some extra assignments and that she would be back tomorrow. Emiko also slept peacefully on Sesshomaru's bed while the owner slept on the floor mattress. She had also eaten breakfast early this morning and did her homework with a little help from the maids.
Emiko walked a few more steps towards Sesshomaru and hugged him with her good hand. Surprisingly, Sesshomaru returned her hug by putting both of his arms, reluctantly, around her waist.
"You're not as bad as I thought you were," said Emiko as she withdrew her hand blushing. There was this really funny feeling inside of her that she never felt when Touya was around. What was it? She didn't know.
"Remember, this is the first and last time I'll save you. And stay away from us from now on," said Sesshomaru in his usual monotone.
Emiko nodded understanding fully what he meant and emerged from the house. Sesshomaru followed her to school just in case Naraku had more plans in his sleeve, but luckily, she was safe. Sesshomaru only left her from his watch when she was around her friends again.
A/N: So, how'd you like it? Was it short or long? Am I too fast or slow? Anyways, that's the best I could do. I've decided that next chapter will be...................................... Sorry, don't want to spill it out yet. But you have to review or I'll not update soon... PLEASE 0.0! Thanks...... here, I'll give you guys a brownie! Ja!