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RA chapter 4:First Escape Kagome's House
How many more would be taken from her? Rin now sat in one of the comfy Lay-z-boy chairs Sesshomaru had in the living room. Her body had not moved a bit during the hour she had sat in this chair. Her eyes held an emotionless barrier to them. Her stomach pained with hunger, and her heart, of loneliness. She denied all further feelings such as happiness, love. They were now replaced with timid fear, worry, and heartache. How much more of this could she take? Not too much….she was sure of that…
Sesshomaru had just arrived at the Assassin home and already, hell was breaking loose…well, for him at least. Thundering footsteps signaled his arrival. Walking angrily to Kagura's office he tore down the door in an outrage," That girl…"He seethed. There sat Kagura obediently," Why hello to you too," She snapped shutting one of her many fans. The Head Assassin always had an obsession with fans. Her title on the job was "The Wind" and this is how she killed her victims. Taking poison powder, she stored it in the ripples of her fan, so when she opened it and glided it across air, the powder drifted out and towards her victim. She seemed much like the wind as she did this. She always stood on the balcony of the victim's room.
"Kagura, that wench, she is near awakening, she is unstable, how will she be handled!" Sesshomaru roared. Kagura glared at him slyly.
"That is your decision Sesshomaru…she is your responsibility now…." Kagura remarked smartly, she continued opening and shutting one of the regular fans as she stared at the angry youkai…five….four….three…two….one….
Sesshomaru pounded his fist on the desk," What the hell!" He stared down Kagura, her pink eyes shining with victory as she replied smoothly.
"Sorry Sesshomaru, but she's yours…and there's nothing that can change that." She crossed her arms over her chest.
"Kagura, neither you nor this business owns me. I am an assassin, neither a father nor boyfriend. This assignment was too awaken her, not for me to care for that pathetic girl!" His voice raised in tone as his hand flashed to her throat, Kagura's image blurred as his hand only grasped itself," Sorry Sesshomaru, I knew you wouldn't handle this well, so I saved myself." The hologram said smoothly.
Sesshomaru's fangs grew longer and his eyes wider as he suddenly began his transformation," I wouldn't do that if I were you…" A venom filled voice sounded. Sesshomaru smiled, his form still taking place...it was Naraku. Naraku came in wearing black baggy pants and a black tight t-shirt. His black hair was pulled into a pony-tail and was straightened for once. Kanna, Naraku's partner walked in. She wore a white silk dress that reached her feet. She was very short, approximately 4' 8" and done growing. In her hand was a mirror. She wore white high-heels that showed her pale toes and her fingers were clasping the mirror freely. Her finger nails were French manicured, like her toenails too. Her white hair was down, it was wavy and the locks around her face were curled slightly inward, giving her an almost innocent look…but her icy expressionless eyes shattered that.
She walked in and stood beside Naraku, muttering some foreign words before a gold star reflected onto Sesshomaru's image in the mirror, the growling demon now stood still," He is bound Lord Naraku…" Kanna's cold voice said as she looked to the ground. She made no eye-contact with anybody but Kagura; ever. Naraku nodded and said," Now Sesshomaru…we've told you to never show your demon form…but you're having troubles with that I see…your disobeying your father's orders." Naraku said.
"Do not bring him into these matters Naraku, besides…what would a hanyou like you know about anything with a brain so small?" Naraku snapped his fingers and the star in the reflected mirror became smaller, binding Sesshomaru tighter, almost as a choking technique to his chest to try and suck the life out of him. Sesshomaru's eyes changed back to the gold as he continued to snarl," You test me Sesshomaru…even your immature brother is a better assassin than you…that is till he disappeared." This caught Sesshomaru's attention," He disappeared, not too surprising under the handle of such a pathetic business as this…" He rasped as the bind became tighter, rushing to his neck to choke him.
Naraku leaned against Kagura's desk," You are dismissed Kagura, leave now." Kagura disappeared with out a trace of good bye or yes sir. The evil hanyou stared at Sesshomaru," You know…that woman, Rin Uzumaki…she is the Heavenly Demon of Earth…must be an honor to have such a human in your home…" Sesshomaru seized his growling. The Heavenly Demon of Earth…the strongest Assassin in the nation was alive and breathing within his home…damn. He stared at Naraku," What of it…she is a mere human…she couldn't kill an ant," Sesshomaru growled. Naraku chuckled," I would have second thoughts on that. He snapped his fingers and the mirror changed to the image of a dashboard recording of the murderer of Ayame.
It showed the man, he was loading a gun. He parked behind a green car and shot a bullet at the car, then he turned the camera to the front door where Rin stood. It showed everything…Rin's eyes became dark red as she dodged a bullet he shot, he continued shooting for his life till it was too late. Her body leaped into the air and she swiped at the car, obliterating the car…yet amazingly not the camera. Naraku laughed," She will really make a good mate…just think of the heir." Naraku leaned against the wall, looking at Sesshomaru. He had the same mask of nothing…but deep inside…Sesshomaru was feeling the power…the rush of adrenaline. That woman…she was…deadly. She simple way she slashed at the helpless car had sent his mind running free. Killing was now the only command he heard. But they were cut away by the comment of Rin mating with Naraku…the thought made him snarl, indeed he did.
"Oh, what's wrong Sesshomaru; you haven't grown feelings for her…have you?" Naraku said irritatingly. Sesshomaru's eyes glared at the demon," No chance in hell," Sesshomaru countered. But that's not what his scent said…it had "jealousy" written all over. Of course Naraku smelt this…and he planned to use this against him…once he found a way. Sesshomaru tried to pry himself free of the retched bind that held him in place. Naraku released Sesshomaru, aware of his growing demonic aura," Now Sesshomaru, you'd think you'd learn not to try to transform…" He looked to Kanna who nodded and took the mirror and ran her hand over the glass, water filled the reflection of Sesshomaru, but he stayed water-free. Sesshomaru tried to take in a breath but began coughing bitterly. The reflection of the mirror showed water flowing into him, but when he coughed in reality…no water spilled out; only saliva and a bit of blood as he coughed harder.
"Are you going to stop now?" Naraku snapped.
Feeling defeat drag him down, he immediately growled a no and ran forward before Kanna could stop him, his clawed hand shattered the mirror and it fell to pieces, his desperate lungs gasped for breath as he opened his mouth to take some in her let out a large snarl and swiped at Kanna, a red barrier stopping him. Naraku stood there, his eyes glowing red as he used his hand to throw Sesshomaru back with his demonic power. Sesshomaru growled louder as he watched Naraku and Kanna disappear into blackness in a teleportation.
He walked out of the building, fixing his tuxedo that he wore, he decided he would take Rin out to dinner…only because of his boredom…besides, he had a few questions for her.
When Rin heard the door open, she whimpered," Sesshomaru…" She whispered. His name rolled out of her mouth like it would kill her if spoken. She looked up once she saw him in front of her, she noticed his eyes were expressionless as usual. She sighed and said," Hello…" He nodded," Go get dressed into something formal, we're going out for dinner," She frowned," Oh I couldn't…" She…a murderer…go out into the world? Never. He sighed and said," Get up and go get dressed…my treat," He said. She felt tears swell up…then she did the unthinkable. She rose up and hugged him, tears rolling down her cheeks," I killed a man," She sobbed. Sesshomaru didn't realize it till now…but he hated to see her cry. He hugged her slowly then said," I know…" she pulled away," But how?" Sesshomaru began to frown…oh shit…he just got himself in total mess…how to get out? He looked away and said," Never mind that…go get dressed," she stared at him stubbornly but walked away to escape to her room.
Climbing the stairs she entered and closed the door. Pulling out a lavender dress she smiled appreciatively and went to go put it on. It was strapless and had a thick bow that tied in the back and zipped up from there. She combed her hair out and used a curling iron provided to curl a few groups of locks so her hair appeared curly after brushing them half-way out. She smiled and walked back downstairs after applying lavender eye-shadow, some eyeliner, and slipped on matching heels. She walked down and saw Sesshomaru…was that…a smirk on his face. She chased the thought away and took his hand and said," Thank you Sesshomaru…" He flashed a quick grin that she didn't notice and said," Y- Lets go," He then brought her to his dark blue Corvette…wow. She got in and awaited for him to start the car. He did and the radio turned on, the song currently playing was "This Love" by Maroon Five. She frowned and said," This is a depressing song…"She looked to Sesshomaru who nodded and changed the song to "Vindicated" By Dashboard Confessional. Rin smiled and looked out the window, noticing Sesshomaru was watching her out of the corner of his eye…a heated watch.
Sesshomaru knew Rin hated sad songs from the extra info in the file he first got about the girl. He didn't notice till now…but Rin was quite the woman. With her long raven hair, her chocolate captivating orbs, her sweet lips, her slender neck, her full breasts that led to her thin, yet healthy stomach. Down to her fascinating hips, leading to a place no one had yet explored according to her scent, then back to her slightly muscled thin legs and to her feet. Everything about her was gorgeous. Yet why was he noticing this now! He shot away his gaze, feeling an unknown heat snake up upon his cheeks. He shot down the heated glimpse and decided to focus on the road, like he should.
Finally the two got to the restaurant. It was called "Goshinboku." It was one of the most expensive restaurants in all of Tokyo. Sesshomaru got out and let Rin out, his hand out for her taking, she took it slowly then got out smiling, they walked hand-in-hand with Rin till he noticed, he quickly released her hand and entered the restaurant," Greetings Master Sesshomaru," A waiter proclaimed rushing forth, he bowed then said," So you have married Sess-" His throat was covered by Sesshomaru's hand," I will not marry a human…" He growled. The man snorted," Sorry…greetings Rin…long time- no see." The man said using a hand to shove away Sesshomaru's hand. The man was muscled and 2 inches shorter than Sesshomaru. He smiled, showing dragon fangs. He had dragon ears and his nails kept a strong length. Rin was sure he could blow fire," Um…do I know you kind sir?" Rin asked bowing slowly.
The man laughed," You might…but just faintly…I am Ah-Un…you were just a baby when I met you…I was a friend of-"Sesshomaru silenced him with a hand, his eyes glowing red as he glared at the dragon. The Ryu became silent then said," It was a long time ago…friend of the family…" He kept himself short. Rin nodded curtly, turning to Sesshomaru, her eyes looking to the ground, tears stung her eyes," Sesshomaru…" She whispered. Sesshomaru threw Ah-Un down and walked to Rin," Come…we are to eat, as planned." He then turned away from her and walked to their private table. Rin followed, the tears close to falling till she noticed someone was watching her, she looked up and saw a woman…it was Kagome, her friend from Kyoto…gasping, Rin's eyes widened and Kagome giggled, hugging her friend tightly," Kagome," Rin whimpered hugging Kagome.
Sesshomaru narrowed his eyes in anger till a familiar voice snapped," What's wrong, sad that you couldn't spend your meal alone?" Sesshomaru smirked turning around he saw his younger brother, dressed in a black tux. His silver hair combed out for once. His dog ears twitched as Kagome squealed in delight. Sesshomaru stared darkly at InuYasha," Your still just a hanyou I see…and it seems like you've fallen for another miko." Sesshomaru retorted smartly. InuYasha growled but replied," Yes, better than falling for a normal mortal," Sesshomaru narrowed his eyes," I will never fall in love with a mortal, if I do at all…" He snapped quietly. Rin heard this and her mood became sadder; but why; at his simple remark? Why did it matter to her anyways? She continued to become happy with her friend till Kagome rushed towards the two men, Rin following like a pup," InuYasha can-" Sesshomaru but in," No." InuYasha looked to Sesshomaru, already picking a fight," Who died and made you boss?" He growled.
Sesshomaru opened his mouth, but Kagome risked it and said," Could we spend dinner with Rin?" InuYasha decided he'd piss his brother off, but that was the only reason why he would allow this," Keh, I don't care," Sesshomaru turned on his heel walking to his private table. Rin felt suddenly down, for she could sense his discomfort," Um…Kagome…could we…sit there?" Rin asked motioning towards the lonely table. Kagome grinned and pulled on InuYasha and Rin's hands and tugged them to the table. Rin sat beside Sesshomaru while Kagome sat beside her on the other side and InuYasha on the other side reluctantly. Sesshomaru kept his calm collected self as he replied," I do not need pathetic people sitting near me." InuYasha rolled his eyes and said," Cut the crap Sesshomaru, even I could sense your uncomforted emotion and Rin could too the way she suggested," InuYasha said angrily.
Sesshomaru eyed Rin who met his gaze blushing. He ignored InuYasha's comment and waved a waiter down, it was Ah-Un. The dragon placed menus in front of the seated costumers and pulled out a notepad and got a pen from behind a scaly ear," Konnichiwa, I'm Ah-Un your server today, may I ask what you'd like to drink?" His voice came out in a low cool voice that had the tang of an American voice even as he spoke in Japanese. He looked to Kagome first," I'll have cherry coke please sir," Kagome said smiling. He replied with a grin and jotted this down. InuYasha snorted and said," I'll have sake," Sesshomaru agreed with his brothers option and Rin ordered cherry coke like her friend. Ah-Un nodded and disappeared within the many halls.
Kagome and Rin caught up with their lost past and InuYasha continued watching Sesshomaru…he seemed…different. His eyes were less expressionless, leaving a tad-bit of emotion showing. So did his scent; but Sesshomaru wouldn't know this unless someone told him. His scent had the usual forest green scent, but it was tainted with arousal and love? What the hell? InuYasha stifled a growl but made the most disgusted look on his face. Sesshomaru caught on and looked to his brother," What are you looking at half-breed?" InuYasha chuckled before falling back in his chair and laughing. This got both Rin and Kagome's attention and they stopped their conversation," What's so funny InuYasha?" Kagome asked smiling at the rolling hanyou; he shot up and whispered to Kagome," The bad-ass Sesshomaru is aroused!" Kagome blushed but giggled furiously. Rin looked to Kagome dumbfounded," What's so funny?" Kagome waved her off and giggled back," N-nothing," Rin pouted but nodded in defeat.
Sesshomaru stared at his brother…wasn't he supposed to be missing? Sesshomaru smirked then said," Naraku is looking for you little brother," InuYasha stopped laughing and narrowed his eyes at Sesshomaru," So what, what the hell would that jerk do to me?" Sesshomaru watched pleasantly as he sensed his brother's guarded state," Many things…and since I work for the ass himself…" InuYasha got his brother's drift and growled," He can come after me any day, I'll be ready whether I have Tetsusaiga or not," Sesshomaru raised his brows then said," Like that gun is going to save you," InuYasha stuck up his nose at InuYasha," Hell yes it will," Just then, Ah-Un came over with their drinks," Bout time," InuYasha muttered darkly. Ah-Un chuckled but retreated hastily. But still Sesshomaru knew the topic he'd brought up had rustled his brother's mood deeply. He looked to Rin; her pink lips were resting around the red-striped, white straw as she suckled silently on it. He sniffed the air slowly, making sure he was unnoticed. She wasn't in her awakening mood, thank god!
Her usual scent still clung, but sorrow, discomfort, and insecurity still surrounded it. But her insecurity faded as soon as Kagome piped," Hey InuYasha, could Rin spend the night?" InuYasha rolled his eyes then said," Hell no Kagome," Kagome frowned then began begging, every time, his reply was "no, no, no, no!" Till finally Kagome said," Sit, sit, sit, sit, sit, and sit." Frowning his displeasure, he raised his hands in defense and roared," FINE! SHE CAN!" Kagome grinned in victory and Sesshomaru heard the faint slap of their palms beneath the table. He looked away to the outdoors. Why did he join the DIA? He wasn't sure…but his limit was dropping with this girl…he had to get rid of her…but how? He was shaken out of his unwary thoughts by Rin's almost shaky voice," Sesshomaru…your first for ordering," Sesshomaru looked to Ah-Un," Seafood Alfredo," the waiter looked to Rin," Fettuccini Alfredo," He looked to Kagome," Cheese Ravioli," now to InuYasha," Spaghetti," The waiter nodded, refilling their glasses before escaping to input their order to the chef.
Silence filled the air, unsteady silence, several sniffles or sneezes contributed to the discomfort. Kagome looked to Rin, a small smile crossing her lips as she looked to Sesshomaru, then back at Rin," Gotta go to the bathroom, come on Rin, you do too," Rin looked up surprised to her friend nodding, she rose, and the two left," So Rin, what has you so quiet?" Kagome asked. It felt like Rin had just been socked in the stomach," Um…Uh…nothing Kagome, I'm fine…just tired, that's all," Kagome raised a brow to her friend, but said," You better tell me, hot tub at my house, tonight," She pulled her to the bathroom giggling. Rin rolled her eyes nervously…how would Kagome react? She probably wouldn't believe her when she said Ayame was dead…or that Jaken was dead…or that she had killed a man and murdered his car as well.
She watched Kagome reapply her make-up and she redid hers as well. Kagome smiled reassuringly at her friend's make-up and the two left the bathroom. When they got back to the table their food was awaiting to be eaten. Rin ate slowly looking to Sesshomaru, his eyes were still, he was eating, but his eyes were fused upon his food. Like if he were to look away, it would set off an atomic bomb. She frowned but still ate, the food was gone within time, and soon it was time for them to leave," I'll go home and get my stuff together, I'll be over within an hour," Kagome nodded smiling.
The car ride was quiet home. Rin got herself out and watched as Sesshomaru opened the door, he refused to have his eyes meet hers. It made her agitated yet she said nothing. Rin walked in and walked upstairs to get her stuff together, as she was packing, she still heard the safe unstirred silence; she finally couldn't and wouldn't take it anymore.
Raising her voice and walked to Sesshomaru," Why won't you talk to me! I know your saw the video of my rampage, I saw the camera! I know you know more about me than I do! Why won't you care for me like Jaken did? Why do you have the same expression all the time? Why was Ayame killed? AND WHO THE HELL ARE YOU!" Rin screeched.
Falling to her knees she sobbed miserably, her new make-up smearing as she heard Sesshomaru kneel down," I do not waste my time on humans like you…" Rin's head flipped up, hurt shattering across her body as she screamed," I KNOW I'M NOT FULLY HUMAN! DON'T PLAY GAMES WITH MY HEART! STOP TORMENTING ME! ALEAST SHOW SOME EMOTION TO ME! I WANT TO HELP THE SILENCE! I WANT TO STOP THIS BITTER MADNESS! I want to know you!" Then she rose and ran out the door, colors of purple shades dripping down her cheeks. Running out the door she ran long and hard, not stopping to jump into the car for a faster escape, she ran to Kagome, to her friend, throwing herself against the door she cried angrily.
Kagome threw open the door and caught her sobbing friend in her arms," Rin!" She said hugging her," What's wrong?" Rin shoved her head into Kagome's shoulder. Tears streaming down her cheeks as she wrapped her arms around Kagome's neck," Oh Kagome…" She whimpered desperately. She'd have to tell her…
Shorter than usual chapter, it just maintains the flow…to me that is
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Kagome gasped, the water in the tub seemed to become still in time, even though the jets were still running. Kagome's eyes turned lifeless but her breath still came, though now, it was jammed in her chest. A shaking hand came to her lips in brutal shock," R- Rin….you couldn't kill a person…and Ayame…she's strong…she couldn't die…" Rin looked at her friend once more with tearful eyes," Kagome…I can…and I have…and Ayame…when she died…she had a smile on her lips…meaning…the death…was unprotected by her knowledge…like most…" Rin's voice said in a whisper.
xD Till next time!