Ha ha! You might like some of the formalities in this chapter but in a way you might find it rather confusing. Now I did look up some of the information but some of it I added some of my own information. So, if it sounds odd; that might mean that it is mine and mine alone. I do hope that you enjoy this one though! Well now for the reviews!
DreamBeamz: I am glad that you are liking some of the fun stuff that I am putting in here. And I like to make sure that everything is described so well that you can see it in your mind happening as you are reading it. As for the tomato juice, now you have to make sure that you make fun of one of the males in the house and poor Sota was the victim! Muhahahaha! Also as for Rin and Sota and the courting. That is just a teaser on what might happen. To tell you the truth, I am thinking of expanding this into a series of stories. So you may never know, I might alert you on a new story that would be in the works! But I will never tell at this point in time! Thanks for the review!
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In the morning the whole house was in excitement. Kagome had given her mother the materials that she is going to need for their traditional kimono's for the wedding and told her how she would like to see them. They agreed during breakfast that mother and Sota were going to get things ready for the house and the lands to be taken care of when they are "out of town". Kagome was so excited. They all agreed that the wedding would take place in one month.
When Kagome went to her room to start packing things up since they were going home today, she noticed that Rin and Sota were kind of moping around. She knew the reason for it but did not want to acknowledge that there was love growing between them. She could not believe that at 11 years old, Rin would be interested in such things. And that even Sota at being 16 years old, that he would think of Rin as a possibility. I mean she is cute, loving, emotional and sweet. Plus innocent and still learning the ways of the world and what she is supposed to do as a woman. She just learned about periods and the whole cycle of life! She was too young to think of such things. But then again, at the tender age of 15, Kagome remembered how she felt about InuYasha after being with him for a time. On how much she loved him and would do anything for him. Frowning at the sad memories she looked up at Rin and smiled.
"Rin, what is bothering you? You seem rather down right now, are you ok?"
"I am a little sad at leaving this house. I am quite comfortable here with Sota and mother. They are so great and the times here are much safer. But, I know that we must go back and that I really do not belong here."
"Rin, are you sure that there is nothing else that you want to speak with me about?"
"Well, I guess that you can say that there is. Kagome, what is love?"
Kagome looked at Rin with surprise on her face. She could smell the fear and bewilderment coming off of the little girl but she did not know how to face this just yet.
"Rin, love is something that is so special that it is given to special people that you want to share your life with. Someone that, when you leave them, you feel a hole in your heart where the love that you hold for them is. Where your heart beats so hard when you are with them that you feel like it is going to burst out of your chest. That all the times during the day when you are awake, you think of nothing but them. Love is so special and so precious that you must hold on to that love and never let it go. See, that is how I feel about Sesshomaru. I think about him all the time, even when I am sleeping. I am so happy with him, that I would lose my life to save his. No matter the cost, no matter the situation, I am always going to be by his side to help him. That is the love that I want you to find, the love that I want you to feel for someone. Love like that, is once said to only happen once. I thought that I had that love for InuYasha but I was wrong. That was not love that I felt for InuYasha, which was more infatuation, which is false love. That is when you feel that you love that certain someone when you really do not and neither does the other person."
"But Kagome, he told me that he still loves you."
"Nah, he just thinks that he does. I know that he does not and that is what hurts him right now. He does not want to face reality of the facts even though they are right in front of his eyes. I have helped him with his dreams, and that was to make Kikyou a human so they could be together. That is what truly was in his heart. That is the reason why he was always so confused on who he should protect when either one of us was in danger. I have learned that his love was just infatuation and nothing more. That is the reason why I have moved on and now I am ever so happy with Sesshomaru. I have found such love and respect for him that is the reason why I would do anything for him. For a long time it took me to realize this. I did not think that I could feel happy or love for any man again since InuYasha. But, when I would teach Sesshomaru about his feelings and about his dreams, I was really teaching myself at the same time. I was showing myself that I was able to find love again and be able to trust and love him. That bond and love that grew between Sesshomaru and I is never going to leave the world or us. Every pup, child, animal, or solider, or servant that we are going to and do have are going to feel that love and grow stronger as each year passes. Sesshomaru and I are going to show every one how to make that love grow with each of our relationships. Rin, we love each other so much that it might kill us, but when that time comes we are going to share that love with everyone else and that means you, mother and Sota. If you feel that this way for someone, you need to tell him. You need to let that person know how you feel and I am sure that their feelings are going to be the same for you. I cannot imagine someone who couldn't love you that way, you are just too loveable!"
Rin laughed. "I think that I do feel that way for someone but I am not for sure yet. I am not going to show my heart just yet, I think that I need more time to think about this."
"Well Rin, take the time that you need to make that bond grow between you and him. That is what is important, but do not dismiss the issue either. Please make sure that you are truthful to that person and open with him. If you are unable to keep the bond of communication open, than there is no hope."
"Thank you Kagome. For some reason, you words are making me feel better and I am learning once again. But this time it is less gross!"
Kagome laughed and then Rin joined her. Sota heard the laughing and walked in.
"Hey, what did I miss?"
"Oh nothing Sota. Rin just was wondering what we were going to do today. That is all. I am sorry to report, but we have to go back home. We have been here a lot longer than I planned and we must get back and take care of some things. Kouga is taking care of the palace right now and I am sure that he is driving InuYasha nuts. Thank god, Sesshomaru went through the well with me the other night to let him know that we were staying 2 more days. But now that is gone and we must go back."
Sota's face went into a small frown. "But you just got here and I wanted to show Rin what a movie was."
Kagome looked at her brother standing there looking down at his feet. "I will talk to Sesshomaru and see if we can bring our things back and then come back for Rin tonight. But you have to promise me that she will be in the well shrine when we get back!"
Sota looked up at his sister and smiled. "I promise."
"Alright. I will go and talk to Sesshomaru about it then." Kagome said as she got up and went out the door.
Rin looked at Sota. "What is a movie? Is that the thing that we watched last night on that TV thing?"
Sota laughed. "Yeah that was a movie but this time I want to take you to the movie theater. The screen is much bigger than the one downstairs on the TV and I really think that you would like it."
Rin smiled. "Then I accept you taking me to the movie theater tonight. I will make sure that I wear the best kimono that I own."
"Actually, I was wondering if we could go shopping first and get you some clothes from my time here. I know that they are going to feel odd at first but you will get used to them quickly. Heck, you look to be around the same size as Kagome was at your age. Maybe she has something that you can wear tonight. We will be going out to dinner first and then to the movie theater."
"Ok, I will make sure to ask her when she gets back after Sesshomaru gives us his blessing."
"Blessing? Gosh, that sounds rather odd in a way but ok." Sota said smiling.
Sesshomaru was standing outside the door with Kagome by his side. Both of them listening to the two kids inside her bedroom. He looked down at Kagome and she smiled. It was like they could read each other's mind on what they were thinking right at that moment. Kagome knew that they would talk the moment that she left so all she did was grab Sesshomaru's hand and brought him to the door to listen. She nodded her head and he knocked on the door.
"Come in please." Rin said.
Kagome opened the door and the two of them walked in and sat down on the bed. Sesshomaru moved his body to face Sota who was sitting on a stool by the closet; Kagome sat so she was facing Rin who was now sitting on her computer chair. Both of them trying to make their faces unemotional and very serious. Sesshomaru accomplished his face with no effort at all but Kagome had to work on hers. Sesshomaru grabbed her hand and then she was fine. He knew that she was very nervous on what is going to happen from now until the end of time.
"Lord Sota, I hear that you would like to court my daughter Lady Rin and take her out tonight. Is this correct?" Sesshomaru said rather icily.
"Lord Sota? I have never been called that before. I don't know what that means. But, yes I do want to take Lady Rin out tonight for dinner and a movie." Sota said.
"Lord Sota, you are now a Lord of your clan which is the red artic fox clan. Your father's life has expired and there fore you are the next male in line to take care of the clan. So now you are to be called Lord Sota. Now Lord Sota, is this a true courting on where you would later have plans on marrying her or are you just experimenting at this time?"
Sota's eyes got large and his face blushed a little. His ears started to move to the top of his head and his hair went white. The pink was the last to show in his hair, while his stripes on his face showed his red artic stripes, the family insignia of a snow flower shined brightly on his forehead. Sesshomaru looked at him with interest. It takes balls to now transform in front of me. I think that he might prove to be useful and agile for me later. Hopefully, Rin will be able to prove strong like I have seen her grow to be.
"Lord Sesshomaru, my intentions are pure when it comes to Lady Rin. I assure you that I will be the perfect gentleman on our date tonight. As for the courting for marriage, I cannot answer that at this time. I have not explored my feelings for her further as of yet. I wish to get to know more about her and your time to be able to make my final decision. I do assure you that once learning of the ways of your time, I will let you know my final decision." Sota said, his face showing no emotions as Sesshomaru's.
Kagome was rather amazed that Sota explained and showed all of them this much and to transform in front of him! Now that took some balls and even Kagome did not think that Sota would stand up to him like that. Now, it was Kagome's turn for Rin. She turned to her and looked at her.
"Lady Rin, are you willing to accept Lord Sota's invitation for tonight's date and his intentions towards you?"
"Yes I am Lady Kagome. I feel that his intentions are true to form and that he is not lying."
"Lady Rin, are you wanting for Lord Sota to court you for marriage at this time or would you like to get to know him more as he does?"
"I wish to get to know him more. I also wish to be able to show him our ways in our time so he understands them."
"Thank you Lady Rin. You both have my permission for your date tonight. But you must have her back to the well shrine at no later than 10 pm."
"Yes, Lord Sota, you and Lady Rin must be there no later than that time. I will be waiting in there with Lady Kagome to take her back to our time."
"Very well Lord Sesshomaru and Lady Kagome. I will make sure that she is there with me waiting for your arrival."
"Lord Sota, there are other pressing matters that I need to speak with you downstairs in your father's study. Let us go there now and talk. We will leave the ladies for their provisions that we need to have done before Kagome and I leave."
Sota nodded his head and bowed to the ladies that were still sitting there and went out the door heading to the study. Sesshomaru kissed the hand that he was still holding.
"Now do not take too much longer Kagome, we have much to bring through the well and to bring home."
"I promise I won't. And thank you Sesshomaru, I love you."
"I love you too."
Sesshomaru got up and gave Rin a kiss on the forehead and left. Kagome clapped her hands and displayed a very huge smile on her face.
"OOOOO! This is way too exciting. I hope that you are happy with the results. And I am sorry for the formalities, but I have found that it is required when something like this happens."
"Ah don't worry about it Kagome. I am just happy that Sesshomaru-sama agreed to let us go out for the night. I could not believe that Sota changed right in front of him! That was so neat to see slowly."
"Yeah, I see that he has been playing with his new powers lately and must have gained control already on how fast he can transform. I just hope that he is able to control his emotions. That is the whole point when using his miko powers."
"I am sure that he is learning to control those also. I have faith that he has enough control over many things that you are not aware of yet. I have the feeling that he is going to like it in our world Kagome. I really do."
"I hope so. I am hoping that we are going to be able to have both houses and be happy. Well, I better get the things together. You know how much he hates to wait."
"Yeah I do but I have one thing to ask of you."
"What is it Rin?"
"I was wondering if you could borrow me something to wear tonight that is from your time."
"Oh! I suppose you wandering around with Sota in our clothes just don't work right. Ha ha. That is ok. I have some clothes that will fit you fine and make you look beautiful. I will also go and do your hair a different way also. I think that it is time to let go of that cute little ponytail and start wearing your hair the way that a woman does."
"Oh! That much of a change, well I guess so."
"Don't worry Rin, you are still the same person inside even though the outside appearance changes. Look at me for god's sake! I have changed completely but I am the same person inside that you have grown to love and trust."
"Yeah you are right. It is time to change."
Kagome smiled and got Rin some clothes for her to wear. She then instructed Rin to go and take a shower while she started to pack her things for when she leaves. Rin came back into the room in Kagome's robe 20 minutes later. Kagome told her how to dress in the clothes that she wore. She then proceeded to comb her hair and then she blow-dried it carefully. Making sure that she used the roll brush while blow drying it; making the ends curl under. She then took out her curling iron and proceeded to make sure that all the curls stay in place. By the time that she was done, Rin looked beautiful standing there in front of her. Kagome smiled and went and hugged Rin tightly.
"Thank you Kagome for helping me."
"Rin, I would help you no matter what, you know that."
"Ok, now let's bring these bags downstairs so you and Sesshomaru can leave. I am sure that we have taken up enough time."
"Yeah you are right. But please, Rin, take some of this money to help pay for some of the dinner tonight. I do not want Sota to spend all his money."
"Ok Kagome."
Kagome went to her purse and took out some money and gave it to her. Then she made sure that Rin put it in the purse that she gave her and they grabbed some bags. Soon they were making their way downstairs. Mother met them at the bottom of the stairs, taking some of the bags from Rin. She gasped as she saw what she was wearing behind all the bags.
"Rin, you look so beautiful. Why are you dressed in Kagome's old clothes?"
"Ok, mother now you really are losing your hearing. I am surprised that you did not hear what we were saying upstairs."
"I am sorry, I was outside working in the garden."
"Sota has asked Rin out on a date and Sesshomaru and I accepted the courting."
"So, I was right the other day. Good, I am hoping to have another wedding to attend in the coming year."
"Now mother, they are just going out to dinner and a movie. There is nothing more than that going on right now. Let's just let life go with the flow like Sesshomaru and I did."
Mother crossed her arms over her chest. "I suppose. But Rin, you do look beautiful."
"Thank you mother."
"Now Kagome, do you have everything that you need?"
"Yes, I just have to grab the stuff from the grocery store and then we will be off. Sota and Rin are to meet us at 10 tonight at the well shrine to bring her back. Then we will come back in 3 weeks to get you."
"Alright. Then let's get the stuff from the kitchen. I think that Sota is now in the shower. So, we have some time at least."
"Ok mother." Both girls said in unison.
As all three women went into the kitchen, Sesshomaru grabbed Kagome and brought her back into the living room. He embraced her and gave her a very passionate kiss. She responded him by wrapping her arms and tail around the two of them.
"Sesshomaru, I am so happy with the way that things are going now. But, I do miss our home and wish to get back soon. I would like to make sure that our bed chambers are ok."
Sesshomaru raised an eyebrow at her. "Oh really. Are you so eager to get home and mate again?"
Kagome smiled and pressed her breasts closer to him. "You know it babe. I have been going nuts because I have been unable to hold you, kiss you, even touch you like this."
"I know but we have to be respectful to your family."
"I know." Kagome sighed. "I am also happy that you accepted Sota's offering to take Rin out tonight."
"Well, back in our time, she should already be married at her age. But, I have had my talk with him and I think that all is clear now."
"So, what did you talk about?"
"I am sorry honey but that is for me to know. If he wishes to let you know, then he will tell you. But, enough of this talk. I have to let you go because right now; I really want to mate with you and do not think that I can control my demon side much longer. So, we must go."
"Oh not before Rin and Sota leave. I would like to see them off on their first date! This is something that we are never going to forget!"
Sesshomaru rolled his eyes and she nudged him. "I suppose so."
"Oh I know that you are not going to regret your decision on this! I promise that I will make up for it since we will have some time before coming back to get her."
"You better make sure that the promise that you are making is something that you can handle woman."
"Woman! What the hell is that!" Kagome said laughing.
Sesshomaru let go of her and tried to walk to the kitchen but her tail would not let go of her. He turned around and growled at her. She growled right back and he went back to her. He bent down and kissed her heavily, she moaned deep down in her throat. He moved her tail with his hands and she growled. He pulled away from her and smiled.
"Later."
Kagome smiled and followed him to the kitchen. Just as they arrived in the kitchen she decided to slap him in the butt with her tail. He turned around quickly and growled at her. She laughed and then turned to her mother and Rin who were laughing at the two.
"Mother, are things packed up and ready to go?"
"Yeah they are Kagome. I am happy to hear laughter in this old house and playful banter."
"Mother! For god's sake I was just trying to get him to laugh. It is so funny watching this stiff Lord of the Western Lands laugh so hard!" Kagome said deepening her voice towards the end.
Rin laughed at Kagome as she did this. Then mother started laughing and Sesshomaru just stood there.
"I am going to have to put up with this in a few weeks? Hmmm. Thank god the palace is large."
Rin, Kagome and mother just started laughing harder at him. He shook his head and walked out of the kitchen with some bags and put them in the living room next to the others. He heard Sota coming down the stairs and stood up looking at him in the eyes.
"You look presentable Sota. Are you still clear on what we talked about?"
"Yes Sesshomaru. I have things ready already for the travel and the stay. I will make sure that Rin has fun tonight. I understand that these next few weeks are going to be my last for a while so, I will make sure that all the provisions are finalized."
"Thank you. Let me know when we come back what papers we have to sign."
"I will."
And with Kagome's great timing, they all walked out and saw the two demons talking. Kagome smiled when she saw her brother. He was clean-shaven, his hair still wet from the shower that he took. She could smell his slight natural scent and some cologne. He wore nice jeans with a dark blue silk shirt with a dragon on it in silver. She smiled at him because she knew that Sesshomaru was impressed that the boy wore their family colors and not his. She noticed that he even wore his nice black boots instead of the brown ones by the door. She looked behind her and Rin was standing in between the kitchen and the dining room staring at Sota. The bags that she was holding were making noise because she was shaking. Kagome handed Sesshomaru her bags and went and grabbed Rin's from her. Rin followed her into the living room, her face blushed and she kept her head down.
Sota looked at her with surprise. There is no way that this is the same girl that I just saw this morning! She is absolutely beautiful! I mean gosh. How in the heck can I deal with this all night! Her hair is now loose and curled! I don't remember Kagome having that shirt, so red in color with the white sakura petals on it. And those nice pants, did Kagome own a nice pair after all those years with InuYasha? I guess that she did, and her cute little feet fit those loafers so nicely. Ok. I have to control myself. I promised Sesshomaru and Kagome that I would behave but damn this is going to be hard.
Kagome smiled when she saw Sota's reaction to seeing her. She moved in front of Rin and lifted her chin.
"You cannot act this way the whole time Rin. You must be the brave woman that I know. Can you promise me this?" Kagome whispered to her.
Rin nodded and looked at Kagome and gave her a hug. "You know, this is going to be hard for me because you are going to be farther away from me than ever."
"I know, it will be for me too Rin. Just be strong and have some fun." Kagome said on the verge of tears. Sesshomaru could smell the salt that was starting to form in her eyes and moved to them. He grabbed Kagome and looked at Rin.
"Rin, you look so beautiful. Have fun tonight and we will see you later on." Sesshomaru said. Then gave her a small kiss on her forehead. A faint and small growl could be heard from behind them and Sesshomaru smiled. He knew that Sota's demon side has already claimed her as his. He just needed to wait to take her; Sesshomaru was not going to allow it just yet. Kagome looked at her brother with an eyebrow raised at him. Then shook her head thinking that she must have not heard that.
Mother came to the group with her digital camera. Kagome rolled her eyes and then smiled for the camera as her, Rin, and Sesshomaru grouped together. Then she made Rin and Sota stand together for a picture. He wrapped his arm around her shoulders and smiled. Sesshomaru let out a warning growl to him and he nodded. After mother was done taking all the pictures that she wanted, she let the two kids go out into the early evening to start their date. Sota opened the door to his car for Rin and then ran to the other side. Waving to everyone that was hanging around outside the door watching them leave. Then he started the car and was off to the city. Mother and Kagome looked at each other and then started crying hysterically. Sesshomaru held both women as they sobbed and talked about their babies going off on their first date already. The front of his kimono wet on both sides of his sides. He looked down at Kagome, his face softened.
"Kagome, it is time that we left now. I am sure that your mother will have much to do on their kimono's."
"Yes, I know. I just cannot believe this. I thought that I was ready for this but now I don't think so."
"Kagome, this will get easier once all of us are back in our time. We will know what they are doing at all times. I am sure that you will be fine then."
"The hell I won't! Sesshomaru! She is our baby!"
"Kagome, now you know how I felt the first time you told me about going off with InuYasha all those years ago!" Mother said.
"Oh mother, how in the hell did you get through this?"
"I stayed busy and knew that you are always going to come back to me. And that is what you have to think about Rin. She is coming back to you." Mother said with a small smile. "And you are right Sesshomaru, I have to start on the kimono's and now print these cute pictures out so they are ready when you get back."
"Ok mother. Come Sesshomaru, let's grab the large bag and go now. I love you mother. I will see you soon."
"Yes, mother we will see you soon." Sesshomaru said.
"I love both of you. Take care on the travels." Mother said as she went back into the house.
Sesshomaru and Kagome followed her, gave her a hug and then took the large bag with all the small ones inside with them as they left and went to the well. Kagome looked back at the house before entering the well shrine and smiled. She then turned back to Sesshomaru and grabbed his hand. They went through the well back to their time and with InuYasha waiting with the dragon demon and a cart. When they jumped out of the well in the feudal age, Kagome looked up and gasped. Sesshomaru looked where she was and was a little perturbed. "What are you doing here?" He said with ice dripping from each word as it escaped his mouth.