Ok so I'll respond to some comments on the prologue

kana117: thank you :) and yea the kind of thing I wanted to do was catch your attention on the first chapter just making you beg for more :)

icegirljenni: You'll find out soon enough there's a lot that happens between them in a short time :)

now enjoy the new chapter :)

Surprise!

3 months earlier

It's been 10 years since Naraku's been killed. I'm 18 now (my guess) and I'm not the least bit happy. Lord Sesshomaru left me in Kaede's village and I was happy at first because he came to visit me a lot but it all changed when I turned 14. He started to send Jaken instead and don't get me wrong I was happy that he came but I was really disappointed that Lord Sesshomaru didn't come with him. Have I done something wrong?"

"Rin come on were gonna be late!" Kagome called after me.

"Coming!" I yelled. Well now wasn't the time to think about such sad things. I need to have fun today because it's my birthday.

Everyone from the village gathered at Kagome's hut waiting for me to arrive. I wore my best kimono today; ironically enough a kimono Lord Sesshomaru gave Jaken to give to me. It was a red silk kimono that had a black obi that hugged me comfortably. There were tiny black sakura flowers all over the kimono. It was modest yet flattering and by far my favorite kimono. The top of my hair was pinned up and the rest flowed down all the way to my waist. When I walked up everyone looked at me in wonder and I blushed at all the attention.

"Happy Birthday Rin-chan!" everyone yelled and I couldn't help but smile. We all sat outside in the grass around a fire as the sun began to set. I looked around as everyone was laughing and having a good time. I couldn't help but feel like there was something missing and I just couldn't figure out what.

"Happy birthday." I heard someone say behind me. I turned around and smiled.

"Inuyasha!" I got up and hugged the man who was like an older brother to me, "I thought you weren't gonna be here to celebrate." He's been traveling around a lot meeting officials hoping to do some trade with them.

He gave me a big grin, "Well I couldn't miss your 18th birthday now could I?" I squealed and hugged him even tighter.

"Oh I'm probably keeping you from seeing Kagome. She's missed you a lot, just don't tell her I told you that." I said with a sly grin.

Inuyasha blushed "I'm sure your just exaggerating. Oh by the way I got you a present."

I instantly lit up "What is it? Is it a new kimono? Or perhaps a new sword?" Inuyasha has trained me how to fight ever since I was 14 and I absolutely loved it when he brought me new things to train with.

"No it's much better than that." He grinned.

I gave him a confused look. What could be better than a new kimono or sword?

"Alright close your eyes." I did what he said and heard some rustling in front of me.

I could practically feel my heart starting to beat out of my chest with excitement. "Okay Rin open."

I slowly opened my eyes and couldn't believe my eyes so I rubbed them feeling like this was a dream. Standing in front of me after 4 years was the most beautiful creature I've ever seen.

"Lord Sesshomaru?"

I was surprised when I saw Rin but easily hid my surprise. This woman couldn't possibly be Rin. The woman that stood before me was enchanting, even for a human. Her hair was a long sleek cascade of brown down to her waist. Her hazel eyes had green specks and shone with youth; it was as if she could see right through her. Her curvaceous body was slightly hugged by the kimono; you could barely notice but couldn't help but imagine it was there. No this woman wasn't Rin, she never captivated him like this woman did now.

"Lord Sesshomaru?" I heard her light voice say my name and what I wouldn't give for her to say my name over and over again. Then I saw her smile and I knew instantly that it was Rin. She was the only person that he knew that's smile reached her eyes.

She walked up to him and he held his stoic expression when he knew his heart was pounding furiously. What was wrong with him? "Happy birthday Rin." He said almost robotically then suddenly she burst into tears. Not knowing what to do Sesshomaru just stood there.

Rin was so overwhelmed with happiness that she bursted into tears. It was embarrassing but at the moment she didn't care. He finally came for her even if it was for a short while she couldn't help but feel happy. She knew he was probably confused on what to do but she didn't care. But she quickly wiped away her tears noticing he didn't move from his spot. She smiled up at him noticing she was up to his chin now. It was strange not having to look so far up at him.

"I'm very happy to see you Lord Sesshomaru." She bowed low and wasn't able to stop smiling.

"I have brought something for you Rin."

She quickly looked up at him and saw him holding a small wrapped box in front of her. She slowly took it from him and quickly unwrapped the box. She opened the top and saw a beautiful gold red flower pendant attached to a small gold chain. It was so simple but she knew it matched her perfectly.

She looked up at him and said "It's so beautiful Lord Sesshomaru."

He suddenly took the necklace out and unclasped it holding it open. It took her a minute to realize that he wanted to put it on her. She turned around and picked up her hair. While he put it around her neck her cheeks burned. She knew all he was doing was assisting her with the necklace but she couldn't help but feel that it was strangely intimate.

When he finished she turned around and asked him "Would you like to walk with me Lord Sesshomaru."

He gave her a silent nod and they both walked to the forest. The forest was lit by the moon so it wasn't as dark but it still took her eyes time to adjust. When they reached a cliff they stopped and just stood there in comfortable silence. She finally got a good look at him in the moonlight. She always thought he was beautiful but never this beautiful. What captivated her most were his molten gold eyes. She could stare into them for a lifetime; it was more than just the color but also that his eyes held such emotion even if it was just a second. She wondered if he knew that his eyes said more than just his facial expressions.

She didn't notice that he was looking right back at her with a curious look in his eyes. She quickly looked away feeling heat rise up to her cheeks. What was wrong with her? She never felt embarrassed when she openly looked at her lord. Then again those days were long gone.

"Rin." Sesshomaru said addressing her.

It seemed forever for her to respond, "Yes my lord?"

He gazed at the moon contemplating on how to ask her. It wasn't a really difficult question but he just couldn't seem to get the words out his mouth. He saw her looking at him in confusion and he realized that he was staring at her. What was wrong with him?

"My lord?" she asked hesitantly.

"Are you, happy here Rin?" he knew it wasn't exactly what he wanted to ask but, he needed to make sure he didn't ask her if she wanted to go with him if she was already happy.

"Well, I am happy to live with Inuyasha and Kagome," He closed his eyes of course she was, "But they don't compare to the days I spent travelling with you my lord."

He glanced at her and saw that she was looking at her feet while her cheeks turned red. Why does she blush so profusely? Was admitting that she enjoyed the company of this Sesshomaru so embarrassing? But he couldn't help but smile a little as he watched her fidget. He quickly hid his smile, why was he smiling at all?

"Would you like to come and live in the Western Palace?" he asked while looking at her

For a minute she stared at him with wide eyes. Maybe she thought the idea was appalling. But then she gave him a big smile, "Really my lord?!"

"If that is what you wish."

"Of course I would my lord!" She bowed to him, "Nothing would make me happier than to live in Lord Sesshomaru's palace, and to be at your side once again."

He nodded at her answer, "We leave tomorrow morning." And with that he walked back to the village with Rin in tow.

Rin couldn't be happier. She couldn't stop smiling and could barely contain the excitement that she felt. Lord Sesshomaru asked her if she wanted to come with him, she didn't have to beg him he asked her! She knew that she wouldn't be able to sleep well tonight with this news. She would miss Inuyasha and Kagome but she knew she'll be happier with her lord.

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Ok shorter than I wanted but I wanted to give u guys a new chapter soon :)

Here's a link for the necklace Rin got:

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and the kimono:

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Hope u enjoyed the new chapter and I'd love your feedback :D

with love Ray-ray081711