Wow! Two updates in one day...and on two different stories. I all you fans out there are impressed! Anyway, yes I'm back from my period of absense called Writer's Block. I'm sure you've all experienced that yourselves. Anyway, I hope you enjoy this update and my other one as well.

Disclaimer: I don't own Inuyasha or Yu Yu Hakusho! She can have Inuyasha...I however want Sesshomaru and Kuronue and Yoko and Kurama (red hair)

Meet Sesshomaru and Rin

Chapter 6

As it turns out, the Taiyoukai barely paid any attention to the demon thieves as he swept through the doorway in all his elegant glory. Oh, yes, he noticed them and knew quite well who they were. After all he wouldn't be a Taiyoukai if he didn't pay close attention to what went on in his lands. Nevertheless he chose to disregard them for the time being, as he was quite worried about his 'little sister'.

His eyes swept over the small hut searching for the woman. And when he didn't see her his eyes hardened and turned to glare into her kit, who seemed unperturbed. "Kit, explain to me why I felt a large blast of energy come from your mother last night…and why she has allowed thieves into her midst."

His narrowed eyes didn't allow him to miss the stiffening of both the kitsune and the bat, but neither one made a comment. Good, it looks like Shippo informed them about the consequences of speaking out against him.

Yoko, who was stunned by the Taiyoukai's arrogance made a move to open his mouth when a small shuffle alerted him to the miko's presence. All eyes turned to the small woman in her bedroom doorway as she stood blinking sleepily at the group. Her eyes first rested on Shippo, a strange motherly look creeping into her eyes when she and Shippo exchanged loving glances.

She turned to himself and Kuronue next, nodding at them in greeting before turning to the Taiyoukai in the doorway. To his surprise a wide smile fell across her face and he was stunned a moment later when she launched herself across the room and into the Inu's embrace.

Kuronue was a bit worried when the miko flung herself heedlessly into the demon's grasp, but stayed still when it appeared she was under no threat.

"Hello, aniki, what are you doing here?" she asked, smiling happily.

Sesshomaru's traveled over his little sister's body, searching for any indication that she had been attacked the night before. Satisfied that he could pick up no other scent besides her own pleasant one, Shippo's, and both thieves, he glanced down at her and frowned. "I was rather curious to see what had caused your ire yesterday, sister," he responded fluidly.

She smiled and fell into his embrace, comforted by his scent and words. "No, I'm fine, aniki, I just used a small bit of my power yesterday and it rather drained me, I'm afraid."

Sesshomaru let her go relived that she was unhurt and watched as she turned to the two thieves. "Sesshomaru, this is Yoko Kurama and Kuronue," she said with a strange emotion present in her voice. His eyes narrowed as he continued to watch both thieves like a hawk. "Yoko, Kuronue, this is my adoptive big brother, Sesshomaru and the only other demon who never wanted to use the Shikon no Tama for personal gain."

All three demons bowed stiffly to each other, although Yoko and Kuronue were both surprised by her words. Briefly, Kuronue remembered that Kagome had mentioned there was only one other demon who had never tried to take the jewel. He was stunned that it was Sesshomaru, although not surprising. All the stories he'd heard of the great Taiyoukai of the West were apparently true, as Sesshomaru was one of the most powerful Taiyoukai to ever rule. A great demon like him would therefore see the jewel as beneath him, believing himself already powerful enough and confident in his abilities to rule his lands without the aid of such a jewel.

"It is very nice to meet you, Lord Sesshomaru," Kuronue bowed pleasantly. "And we are sorry that we have caused you to worry about your 'sister' as we were the cause of such displays of power a fortnight ago."

When Kagome caught Sesshomaru's eyes narrowing in anger again, she calmly reached behind her and clasped his hand in her own. "It is all right brother they did not hurt me in anyway."

"Yes," Yoko agreed, speaking up as well. "We simply came in search of answers regarding the Shikon no Tama and your miko willingly informed us of her past. She is truly a powerful woman."

Kagome was flattered by the kitsune's words, noting when Kuronue nodded as well.

"I thank you for your words of praise regarding my sister," Sesshomaru spoke calmly. "However should you ever attempt to steal the jewel or harm Kagome in anyway, I can assure you, you will never steal again." He turned to Kagome and whispered something in her ear before leading her outside.

"Kit," Sesshomaru called over his shoulder, never once turning around. "Go and find Rin, she is outside awaiting my presence. I must speak with your mother." The two left immediately after.

"All right; Rin is here!" Shippo yelped, jumping up excitedly. He turned to Yoko and Kuronue who seemed amused by Shippo's outburst. "Would you guys like to meet my friend, Rin? She's Sesshomaru's ward and she's really nice."

Yoko turned to Kuronue as he shrugged. "Sure, kid, we've got nothing better to do." And with that Shippo clapped his hands together excitedly and then raced from the hut to get to his friend.

When Yoko and Kuronue finally caught up to the little kit they found him playing merrily in the woods with a little human girl they assumed was Rin. What was surprising, however, is that Rin was human. Currently she was sitting behind Shippo, smiling happily as he allowed her to bathe his hair in wreathes of flowers. He was currently telling her all about his two new friends.

Shippo glanced up when they approached and made a move to turn around. The little girl paused at his movement to glace up curiously. She smiled shyly at the two demons, fear non existent, as she continued playing with Shippo's hair.

"Hello Rin is Rin. Who are you, pretty demons?" She asked. Rin automatically like Yoko, for he had silver hair like her Sesshomaru.

Yoko couldn't help but be pleased that she called him pretty. Kitsune in general were very vain creatures and even praise from such a small girl, could severely boost his ego. "Hello, Rin. My name is Yoko Kurama. And this is my partner, Kuronue." She turned to Kuronue and smiled shyly at him as well.

Rin was just about to put the finishing touches on Shippo's hair, when he shifted and the string broke. Automatically her lower lip quivered and Shippo glanced at her worriedly. "Its okay, Rin, we'll get you some more flowers," He soothed her.

Kuronue sat down beside Shippo and Rin, noticing that Yoko was reaching into his hair for something. Shippo and Rin looked confused while Kuronue simply sat patiently wondering what his friend was up to.

Yoko continued smiling at the little girl and pulled out one of his many seeds. Her eyes became curious when she glanced down and saw it. Gently he coaxed the seed to grow until it grew into a beautiful red rose. Rin's eyes froze over in amazement as Yoko placed the rose behind her ear. "This flower is for you Rin. The flowers want you to know that they appreciate you for loving them so well," he whispered in her ear. He really liked her. (Not like that you bunch of perverts.) He was a spirit kitsune and very in tune with nature. He could feel how much the plant life seemed to love the girl who took care of them so well and enjoyed even reveled their beauty.

"Rin's rose?" Rin questioned softly, touching the flower behind her ear. She turned to Shippo who looked amazed and slightly jealous. "Shippo, did you see? The pretty man made the flower grow like magic."

Shippo couldn't help but smile and nodded. "He's a spirit fox, Rin; it is magic."

Rin looked at Shippo quite confused. "But Shippo has magic and he can't make a rose grow."

"I'm a different kind of kitsune," Shippo explained patiently. "I can't do that. But…I can do this." Kuronue, Yoko and Rin watched as Shippo held out a hand, palm up. A second later, a small blue flame appeared from out of nowhere. Shippo let out a little cry and released the blast into the sky, causing the flame to burst into a thousand little flames (Like fireworks, got it?) Rin clapped her hands and asked Shippo to do it again.

"That's very interesting, Shippo. I had no idea you already possessed such magic," Kuronue murmured flexing his own hand and holding a flame of his own, only it was black. He released a blast of his own, which ended up being much bigger and louder, causing Shippo's eyes to widen in amazement.

"Wow, Kuronue!" Shippo exclaimed. "Do you think you can teach me how to do that? Since my father died I haven't had anyone around to teach me any new tricks."

Kuronue pondered this for a few seconds. He could possibly do this, although his spirit energy was slightly different than a kitsune's. Yet, Yoko could help in that department. Finally he agreed, much to Shippo's delight.

"If it is all right with your mother, than I will teach you all that I know."

"Wow, thanks, Kuronue!" Shippo cried.

"You are welcome Shippo. Though I'll have to have Yoko teach you how to modify your attack to fit a kitsune's since our energy is different."

Shippo turned to Yoko who had patiently been waiting for Kuronue's answer, already knowing what it would be. "Yes, I will help you as well," Yoko agreed.

"All right!" Shippo jumped to his feet and pulled Rin along with him. "Come on Rin, lets go find mother and ask her if that's okay."

Rin seemed just as excited as he was, even though she was only human and couldn't perform such magic. She was just excited for her friend.

Yoko and Kuronue got up as well and followed at their own pace, both watching in amusement as Shippo and Rin continued to play tag and race around each other on the way to their respective parents.

"So, what's going on, Sesshomaru?" Kagome asked once they were calmly walking through the village ignoring some of the worried glances thrown Sesshomaru's way. Over time the villagers had gotten used to Sesshomaru's ever present visits although some were still very weary of the powerful demon lord. "Is there anything I should know about?"

Sesshomaru wore a troubled expression, although no one else but Kagome would be able to tell.

"What is it, Sess?" Kagome asked again, placing her arm through his when Sesshomaru merely glanced at her.

"It is Naraku," He finally stated, placing his arm around her shoulders when she stiffened considerably and lost some of her glow. "There have been reports that he is on the move again."

Kagome's face was saddened already knowing what Sesshomaru was trying to say. "He's coming for me, isn't he?" She finally whispered. "It's not about the jewel this time, is it?"

Sesshomaru huffed and stopped his sister placing his hands possessively on her shoulders. When her head continued to pear towards the ground and she was unwilling to meet his eyes, he gently placed a clawed hand underneath her chin and raised her head. Her blue eyes were filled with unshed tears, yet there was an almost calm, determined look in them now. "Listen to me, Kagome. He will not have you; this Sesshomaru's promises you."

"Oh, Sess," Kagome whispered burying herself in his arms. "I'm scared." There she admitted it. In all her last five years she had been living in a constant shell of pain and sorrow, all the while intensifying her mask to an almost perfect copy of Sesshomaru's. Kagome's only goal throughout the years had been to gain her revenge, although she knew that revenge would still not bring her the peace she deserved or wanted. It was simply a means to an end. And she desperately wanted Naraku's reign to end. But she could plainly admit it now. She was scared to face Naraku; afraid to face the only fear she'd ever known, besides the fear of being alone for the rest of her life.

"You are strong, Kagome. Just remember that it is not the strength of your sword that prevails in a fight…it is the strength of your heart." Sesshomaru turned away upon hearing the approaching gait of Shippo and Rin, leaving Kagome feeling slightly bemused. Never had she heard Sesshomaru say anything as heartfelt as that. Maybe she was not the only one who had changed so much.

Well, that's it! I hope you enjoyed it. I tried to show you another side of everyone, mostly the demons and I hope you all enjoyed seeing Sesshomaru since he is pretty hunky. I particularly loved having Yoko interract with Rin since I believe he would respect her joy of flowers. Anywat, hope it was good enough for you. Ja ne.

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