Lady Mizuki summoned Sango and Miroku to her chambers, which was unexpected.
The monk and slayer looked at each other worriedly from outside her chambers. "What do you think it's about?" Sango whispered.
"I'm not sure but it has to be important for my lady to call upon us…alone." Miroku pondered.
"Don't stand out there wondering. It is rude to keep this one waiting." Lady Mizuki spoke out.
The duo sat nervously on the pillows in front of the stoic lady as she pulled a breath from her pipe looking at them.
"This one needs you to go to Rin. She needs guidance."
"Why my lady?" Miroku questioned. "If I may ask."
Smiling at the duo making them feel a chill run down their backs "let me show you" picking up her hand mirror and handing it to Sango "take a look."
Sango and Miroku looked into the hand mirror. An image of Rin showed up as she sat in the corner of her room with tears.
"What's wrong with Rin? Why is she crying?" Sango asked worriedly.
"That's for both of you to find out." Taking another breath from her pipe. "Go on. She needs comfort right now from those who could understand her."
Handing back the hand mirror "yeah we will try."
Knocking on the door "Rin. Can we come in?" Sango asked.
After what seemed like a long time, the door opened and Rin was standing in front of them with tear-stained, red cheeks and dark circles under eyes. She threw herself at Sango and began to cry again.
Soothing her, Sango ushered her back into her room while Miroku looked around to make sure no one noticed and followed closing the door.
"Rin what's wrong? Please tell us. We are here for you." Sango patted her back.
Sniffling "I.I.I saw them"
"Who did you see Rin? Did they make you cry?" Miroku asked, holding back unsettled emotions.
"Inuyasha and Kagome….they were kissing under the tree and I was bringing him some cookies I made to cheer him up." Rin sobs.
"Why would that upset you Rin?" Miroku asked
"I thought Kagome wanted to be Lord Sesshomaru's mate! Why would she betray him!" Rin yelled.
"Rin. Kagome or Lord Sesshomaru never said that they were interested in each other, at least not to any of us. Kagome is free to see whomever she wants." Miroku explained.
"But…what does it mean? Does Kagome want to be with Inuyasha instead of my lord?"
"She was in love with him but they had a misunderstanding that it broke her heart. I know she cares about him but that's all there is." Sango looking at Rin "between us three, I feel Kagome likes Lord Sesshomaru and he likes her but they don't know how to express themselves."
"Me too! Rin feels that way!" Wiping away her tears. "But what about Inuyasha?"
"Inuyasha had a chance with Kagome. Many chances actually and he hurt her each time. He may have finally realized his love for her but it is too late now." Miroku kneeling in front of them.
"So if Kagome and my lord finally realize their mutual attraction for each other, that means Inuyasha will be left alone with no one to love." Rin spoke up once more "does this mean when Rin is older, Rin can love Inuyasha?"
Sango and Miroku looked surprisingly at each other "Rin, do you love Inuyasha? They asked simultaneously
Blushing "yes, Rin loves Inuyasha."
"Rin dear you are still young to know what that kind of love is." Miroku looked softly at her.
"You're wrong! Rin knows that kind of love! I may be young but I knew it since I first met Inuyasha!" Tears falling once more.
"Rin is this what you wanted to tell me and Kagome the other day?" Sango asked.
Nodding her head yes.
"Only you can know how you feel Rin. I believe you when you say you love Inuyasha but you have a few more years before you grow up into a young woman. If he finds out, he will not know how to act or may not return the same feelings." Sango wiping her face.
"It's ok. I will wait until I am of age to tell him." Rin smiled. "It won't change how I feel for him."
"But what if he gets a mate between now and then, what will you do?" Miroku asked curiously.
"If he does, Rin will be happy for him."
"You are so wise for your age Rin! I pray the kami will fulfill your love and may he return it to you." Miroku patted her head. "In the meantime, let's keep it between the three of us, ok?"
"I agree. You can talk to either of us anytime. Consider us like your big brother and big sister." Sango hugged the girl tightly. "Except he's a pervert of a brother!" Sango and Rin giggled.
"Hey! That's not funny!" Miroku laughed.
"So when are you two gonna finally confess to each other? It's obvious that you both love each other." Rin asked with a glimmer in her eyes.
"What are you talking about Rin?" Sango asked surprised.
"Everyone can see it. It's about time both of you talk it over seriously." She replied.
Miroku looked at Sango with softness in his eyes "Rin is right. It is time we speak about our feelings and futures for a change. What do you say Sango?" Taking her hand into his.
Sango's face flushed s right red and interlaced her fingers into his "yes I agree we should. Rin are you alright?"
"Yes! Rin feels better! Go discuss your love and future!" Pushing them out towards the door.
Walking toward the door hand in hand "ok I'll check on you later Rin." Sango smiled at Rin.
Lady Mizuki looked at her mirror, seeing Sesshomaru standing outside Rin door. He had smelled Rin tears and went in search of her when he overheard the conversation. His eyes flashed red as he left knowing Rin was safe.
'Finally, confessions are being made.' Smiling at the mirror.
