Here it is my lovelies! I do apologize for such a long wait but you get busy. So I hope you enjoy this chapter!

The week started off like any other for those who had to return to the grind, including InuYasha. He'd return to working at his brother's contracting firm. It wasn't an ideal job for InuYasha, honestly, the farthest from ideal. He didn't really like having to work under Sesshomaru but he needed a way to pay the bills and he hadn't had much luck in the past with finding a different job.

InuYasha just had to manage.

The building that Sesshomaru had built was no more than five stories, not like the escalated skyscrapers around them but it was big enough for the staff needed and to be able to give clients a warm, homey welcoming. This showed not only was Sesshomaru's company professional but that they gave off a family-oriented feel which gave Sesshomaru most of his family own clients. The exterior of the build was nothing more than traditional brick, while the inside was of neutral coloring.

Yet, one of the perks of being the boss man's kin was he was able to isolate himself within his own office instead of sharing a cubicle amongst the other coworkers. An office that he did not bothering filling with any personal items or decorations, keeping it as it was the day he'd first move into it which was a few months after working for Sesshomaru. Only a picture of Kai could be found on his desk, encased in a golden frame with a block like pattern surrounding the joyful boy within. Aside from the picture, the room was as is. He knew even if he gave it his own touch, it wouldn't make his job any better.

Peering out the window his fourth floor office, InuYasha watched those going about their day. People watching became somewhat of a hobby for him while confined in his office day in and day out. Today was particularly busier out since the weather was up to par for those who had time to run errands or just enjoy the day. He could see the breeze rustle the tree a floor down from his office; it was the moment he caught notice to his door squeaking lightly followed in synch by a familiar sweet voice.

"Mr. InuYasha, sir." A smile was traced in her voice. InuYasha grunted lightly while spinning his office chair around to meet the gaze of his brother's assistant, Rin. As soon as they made eye contact with one another, she'd begin moving away from the door to his office. Rin's movement was swift yet smooth; some were convinced she was a pixie of some sort. She'd always illuminate positivity and joyful vibes. Which was funny since not only was she Sesshomaru's assistant but also his long-time girlfriend. Everyone was unsure why Sesshomaru had yet to propose to the patient Rin but they played the waiting game, just like Rin.

"How are you this morning, sir?" she'd ask once standing across from him on the other side of his desk, holding a folder against her chest, as always.

"Can't complain but you know," he finished off with a shrug, everyone was clear of his feelings on the days working at the office.

"Yes, of course Mr. InuYasha." She'd nod lightly while setting down a small stack of thick paperwork "These are the contracts that he'd like you to review." He knew the routine, as he flickered through some of the papers he would notice Rin's posture relaxed just a bit as did her expression. InuYasha leaned back in his chair, making eye contact once again with her.

"Is something wrong?" he'd asked, grunting slightly.

"No, I just wanted to thank you for allowing Kai to come over the other night. I can't tell you how happy it made me." Rin explained a glow in her voice. "Sesshomaru told me you weren't that thrilled." A silence slowly took over the office between the two, though it was for merely a few seconds it felt like hours.

"As long as Kai enjoyed it, I couldn't be more grateful." He'd be as convincing as could be. The melancholy feeling was there but Rin took what she could believe from him.

"Well you have a good day sir." She'd turn on her heels and leave the office. He'd watch her pass to the right down the hall in order to finish her runs before returning to Sesshomaru. InuYasha looked to the papers she left behind, contracts that needed to be read cover to cover, word for word within the day. He'd put it off until later, which wasn't uncommon for him. InuYasha went back to people watching from his office, allowing him to soak in the slowness of the day.

InuYasha, its Kagome. Look, I've already tried to talk about it before but because I'm 'nagging' I'm not going to bother with asking about the paperwork. I'll leave it to my lawyer to contact yours and they can communicate with you. I've already seen you fail at one commitment, I won't witness another.

Hey InuYasha, it's Kaito; I'm not sure if you've already been informed on Kagome's arrangement but I talked with her lawyer and well, she is pretty serious about the communication being through us lawyers. So, I thought I'd check in with you. I suppose when you do have that paperwork ready to be given to Kagome, let me know.

Hey man, give me a call. Haven't heard from you and well just thought I'd check in. We should go get drinks when you're free, the twins have had me busy all week and Sango thinks I need a break. Call me.

Its Kaito again, I forgot to mention that there is a meeting next week on Tuesday morning. Ten o'clock. We'll meet with Kagome and discuss the property rights and everything else in between. Any questions, give me a call. Bye.

With attempts to shrug off the many voicemails left for him to hear after he was free from confinement at the office, InuYasha decided to go on a run. It had been awhile since he just went on a run. As he jogged from his home, he'd get a couple miles before hitting the nearby park. Trails winded around trees, with smalls hills and a couple of slops; the lining of streets surrounded the what seemed to be man-made park yet InuYasha didn't care about the technicality of it, if he could run through it, he would.

Even with his excessive breathing, he couldn't ignore the vast amount of messages left for him. Taking it upon himself to go out on an early evening run, hoping to take his mind off things. It seemed as though lately, every little thing had him stressed out. It wasn't how he wanted to live, he knew he had responsibilities but if he could avoid anything stressful; he avoid it at all costs. With every irritating thought that crossed his mind, InuYasha's pace picked up. His teeth gritting together as he exhaled through his nose, strands of silver hair became astray from the rest of his hair that was pulled back. There were only a few who occupied the park as he jogged past, dodging anyone who crossed his path of concentration. He'd see a mother and young child running after one another, their mute laughter filled the park, while he'd see a couple walking opposite of him; hand in hand, with love in their eyes.

InuYasha had no idea why he was so easily irritable lately, well more than usual at least since he's always seemed to have woken on the wrong side of the bed. He could recall when he and Kagome were first dating that she had been the one to suggest ways to control his anger; running being one of those suggestions.

"C'mon InuYasha, give it a try." Kagome clasped her hands together, staring at him "It's this or extreme yoga; your choice."

Grunting lightly, followed by a huff breath he'd pursue on with his run. Memories like that flashed in and out throughout his run until he finally came to a halting stop.

It was the mixture of pink and orange hues that caught him off guard, InuYasha hadn't realized he made it through the park and near the Oceanside. Standing near the highway that lead the outskirts of town and into the mountains, he'd start to walk along the metal railing. Peering out at the ocean view, watching the sunset slowly set. It was calming and stunning; InuYasha broke away from the enchantment that the sunset seemed to have bestowed upon him. Turning away, he huffed.

"I really should do this more often…" he muttered to himself, knowing he did feel a lot more relaxed.

"I told you, running can help relax that temper of yours." InuYasha turned back around and pulled his headphones out; feeling a bit startled after hearing Kagome's voice. It was like she was a ghost or something, after realizing it was just his head toying with him; he leaned against the metal guarder. The sound of ocean waves crashing below and the sound of a car zooming by behind him sent his hair in a fit of movement. His amber eyes seemed to be searching for an answer in the sunset itself but it was no use. He finally decided to check his phone and see what other annoyances awaited him. To his surprise the only person who tried calling or texting was Miroku. 'Moron' he thought to himself as he dialed him back.

"Hey, you called?" InuYasha grunted while turning away from the ocean view

"Yeah, want to go for a drink?" The smile could be heard in his voice

"You're buying." InuYasha stated, Miroku's laughter fired through the phone

"Whatever it takes to get you into bed, baby." Miroku teased InuYasha, only to creep him out.

"God damn weirdo," InuYasha cracked a light grin "I'll see you in a bit." InuYasha popped his headphones back in his ears, jogging off back in the direction of his apartment. Someone still finding Kagome's phantom voice coaching him the entire way back.

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