A/N: This for all of us with working parents.
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The Greater Good
The scent of sakura drifted through on the back of a summer breeze - a sigh in the suffocating room.
Sesshomaru tried covering his nose to no avail. He also attempted to anchor his gaze to the territory map before him, but somehow his gaze managed to creep back to the window.
Outside in the garden, Rin kicked a komati ball towards the disinterested Jaken. When he didn't kick back, she heaved a dejected sigh.
Still sitting in his war-room, Sesshomaru locked his eyes on the map. Captain Murakami would be here tomorrow, and an outline itinerary was of the utmost priority. Rin would just have to wait.
But I won't be present even if the scheme is put into action. Sesshomaru furrowed his brow. I mustn't be a fool. I must consider the greater good.
(Several centuries ago.)
"Papa? Where are you going, Papa?"
"Campaigning, Sesshomaru. I told you I would be leaving soon."
"You also said you'd play with me. Don't you remember?"
"Well, ah, yes, but there's immediate business I must see to first."
"Like??"
"You're too young to understand borders and politics...it's just for the better. The greater good."
"Oh."
"Diplomacy, status, they'll make more sense when you're older. You'll see the value then. Take care, son."
(Present.)
Staring at the half-sketched plan, Sesshomaru set down his brush. He stood and slid open the main screen; picking up the desolate komati ball, he called for Rin.
Father's words made perfect sense - you always have to consider the greater good.