~Shopping with the Boss~
"I'll take you shopping today and you may purchase whatever your heart desires…on three conditions", Sesshomaru said as he took in her heavenly scent.
"And what are they…sir", Rin asked as her heartbeat sped up because of his close proximity.
"One is that you must model everything you wish to purchase for me. Two is that you must agree to one date with me each weekend for the duration of your stay in my home and number three, you have to adhere to any request I make of you from here on out… and I do mean any request", he said with an arch brow as a challenge to her.
"This little deal of yours seems very one sided Mr. Takahashi. What's in it for me", Rin replied as she gazed into his gorgeous golden eyes.
"This Sesshomaru will stay silent and will not interfere when you visit your mother this weekend. I will delete the picture that I took of you this morning from my cell phone, and what woman wouldn't enjoy an all-expense paid shopping spree where she can literally shop until she drops if that is what she desires", he said simply.
"Still one sided sir, but if you promise to stay silent at mother's and delete that stupid picture…I suppose I can comply but I want to see you delete that picture from your phone with my own two eyes", she said giving him a serious glare.
"You, Ms. Mori, drive a hard bargain but it's a deal. Shall we seal it with kiss", he smirked down at her.
"No sir, a hand shake will do just fine", she replied as she extended her hand to her demon boss and was not surprised when he took her hand in his and kissed the back of it.
"Then we have ourselves a deal. Now, shall we be on our way so that you can spend the majority of my money", he teased with a raised dark eyebrow.
"We shall", she confirmed and pushed gently at his chest scooting past the demon and heading in the direction of her room.
I do believe you've opened up a very large can of worms for yourself Sesshomaru, he thought as he watched her hips sway seductively through narrowed golden eyes, as she disappeared down the hallway.
"Indeed", he said to himself and smiled as he swept his claws through his long silver hair.
0o0o0o0
Rin looked at herself in the mirror for like the one hundred thousandth time. She had tried on business suits, casual suits, jeans, t-shirts, dresses, formal dresses, sleep ware, and so many shoes she couldn't count them all.
True to her word, she'd modeled everything for Sesshomaru and watched him smirk in satisfaction at the clothes she'd picked out at the expensive designer store.
The store's staff provided their VIP guest and only customers for the day with a five star meal while they continued to shop and Sesshomaru made sure all the employees were female to ensure that Rin was comfortable walking around the store in a robe and slippers.
The staff made themselves scarce as the accountant and business tycoon enjoyed their meal together and near the end, they spoke with the world re-noun Japanese chef complimenting his skills on their delicious cuisine.
When they were all alone again Rin looked over at her boss who was gazing at her as he sipped on a flute glass of fine white wine.
"Sir, thank you for everything you've done for me today. No one has ever made me feel….so special. I don't know how I will ever repay your kindness", Rin said softly as she watched him enjoy his wine.
"You are special Rin. As a matter of fact, you are very special and this is my gift to you. Repayment is not required nor expected", he said as he slightly swirled the glass to enhance the flavor of the wine.
"This is simply amazing. I have never heard of a store opening its doors just for two people….and to be treated to a five star dinner by said store is… unheard of", she said as she looked around the establishment void of customers except for her and her boss.
"It's the only way to shop", he smirked.
"And the perks of being Sesshomaru Takahashi", she smiled brightly showing her dimples and pearly white straight teeth.
"Well, will you look at that? I do believe this is the first time I've witnessed a true smile from you like that", he leaned forward from across the table and tilted her chin upward with his index finger.
"That smile makes you even more beautiful Rin. You should do it more often", he whispered softly as their eyes met from across the table.
Rin felt herself become nervous, so she played with ends of her hair letting her eyes falter as her boss watched her with a gaze she'd never seen before.
"Well I…I suppose the shopping is… all done… right", she asked nervously because of his touch.
"Not quite Rin. I've noticed that you have everything except under garments. If you are done with your meal, we can continue where we left off", he responded and Rin could have sworn she heard a glimmer of excitement to his calm deep voice.
"I think I can handle picking out intimates on my own sir. It shouldn't take me long and then we can leave whenever you are ready", Rin replied as she stood up from the table.
"Have you forgotten our deal Rin? You are to model every article of clothing that I am purchasing for your 'shopping spree' today", he smirked as she watched him through wide shocked mocha colored eyes.
"Sir, you can't possible want me to model for you in a bra and panties! It's not ethical for our working relationship", she nearly yelled in awe.
"And besides", she whispered now in a hushed voice. "No man has ever seen me…nude before. I should pray that my boss isn't the first to do so", she said as she looked around the store hoping that no one was able to hear their conversation.
"Well in that case, you have two choices Rin. Choice one; you model for me in your undergarments as per the deal we made earlier or choice two; you allow me to kiss you…as per the deal we made earlier", Sesshomaru said indifferently.
"You can't be serious Sesshomaru! I will not let you see me….naked", she said she pulled her robe tighter to her form in apparent anger.
"Pull yourself together Rin. I will not be seeing you naked. I will only be seeing you in your undergarments, but there is always choice number two in which you are free to choose. I can kiss you Rin and because you've already made it very clear that this Sesshomaru doesn't appeal to you, I think that is a better option for you", he said coldly as he now stood next to her.
"I….I can't just…kiss you on a whim….sir", she replied nervously.
"Why not, you didn't seem to have a problem with it last night. As a matter of fact you kissed me very passionately as I recall", said Sesshomaru calmly but louder than he normally spoke.
"Shhh sir! Please keep your voice down, someone might hear", she panicked and stood closer to him so he would lower his voice.
"Why Rin, are you afraid of someone finding out about us? I must admit you looked quite lovely in my t-shirt and robe", he said as he eyed her with a raised brow.
"Quite lovely indeed", he added with a smirk.
"Okay, okay, you win! I'll do what you ask. You might as well add coercion next blackmail on your long list indiscretions but mark my words, I will have my revenge", she vowed as she stomped off towards the lingerie department while Sesshomaru smiled behind her back in satisfaction.
When will you learn beautiful Rin? This Sesshomaru always gets what he wants, he thought as he watched her hips sway in lovely repetition as she walked in front of him.
Always, he punctuated the thought as he followed behind her.
0o0o0o0
Thirty minutes later Rin stood in front of a three way mirror wearing six inch stilettoes and pinching invisible fat on her flat stomach. The black and white polka dot bustier and matching panties with little ruffles on the derriere of the material made her rear end feel huge. A female attendant with the name Sarah written boldly on her employee badge smiled cheerfully as she attached Rin's black hosiery to her matching black and white polka dot garter belt.
"There! All done, Ms. Mori. Wow, you look like a supermodel! I'd kill to have your height and figure! Mr. Takahashi is one lucky man", Sarah winked.
"Shhhh! Surely you don't think…! You can't think…! He's not my…", Rin was too shocked to finish her sentence.
"Mr. Takahashi is going flip when he sees you in this! I think is so romantic having your boyfriend rent out a store for the day to take his girlfriend on a shopping spree. I can tell he adores you by the look in his eyes. What I wouldn't give to have that kind of a handsome man look at me like that. You are so lucky Ms. Mori", the starry eyed woman said and Rin could only hold her mouth wide open at the thought of being thought of as her bosses girlfriend.
Rin was about to correct the store attendant until a knock on her dressing room door stopped the words from coming from her mouth.
"Darling, are you almost done? You shouldn't keep your boyfriend waiting. This is the part of the shopping spree I've been waiting for", he said through the door and Rin's face turned a shade of red she didn't know existed.
He heard every single word! Every. Single. Word. I'm going to kill him if it's the last thing I do! Rin conspired in the confines of her mind.
"Someone is anxious! Come Ms. Mori, we must not keep our VIP guest waiting", the attendant said happily and grabbed Rin's arm pulling her towards the door but not before she grabbed her robe slipping it on to cover herself.
When Rin came through the dressing room door, she found Sesshomaru leaning against the entryway door frame with a blatant smile on his face… until his golden eyes spotted her robe.
"I trust everything went well Ms. Sarah", he asked indifferently to the young lady who escorted his accountant.
"Yes sir. Everything is to your specifications", the woman beamed.
"Good", he replied as he pulled a few large bills from his wallet and handed them to the attendant.
"Thank you very much Mr. Takahashi", Sarah smiled as she eyed her very generous tip and then bowed to the man that had just given her enough money to cover six month's rent for her apartment.
"I appreciate your services Ms. Sarah. Now if you would kindly give Ms. Mori and me some privacy, I'd appreciate that as well. But before you leave, I'd like you to take on the responsibility of taking over Ms. Mori's lingerie shopping. You already know my specifications and I'm sure you have everything you need concerning Ms. Mori", Sesshomaru said coolly.
"Yes sir, right away sir", the woman said as she headed to quickly obey her duties.
"Ms. Sarah", Sesshomaru called softly.
"Yes sir", the girl replied stopping in her tracks just as she was almost through the entry way.
"My favorite colors are white, black, gray, and red. Just to make you aware", said the multi-million dollar business tycoon without taking his eyes from his accountant.
"I understand sir", the girl nodded with a now serious expression as she left the two alone to complete her task.
"Rin", Sesshomaru called as he began to circle his accountant as if she were his prey.
"Sir", Rin replied casting her eyes to the floor refusing to meet his golden gaze.
"How long have you known me", he asked his baritone deep voice cutting through the air in the large dressing room.
"Five…nearly six years…sir", she said as her eyes snapped up to his in clear confusion now.
"And in the five, nearly six years that you've known me, how many times has this Sesshomaru allowed anyone to defy him", he asked as he continued to circle her watching as she pulled her robe tighter as if a sudden chill had fallen over the room.
"None sir, is that what this is about? You think I have defied you in some sort of way? I assure you sir; I'd never do such a thing to you. I have been completely loyal to you since being in your employ", she tried to reason with the blue jean clad businessman.
"I do not doubt your loyalty Rin. It's your confidence or lack-there-of that concerns me", he corrected her.
Not thinking about the robe that covered her, Rin assumed her boss was talking about her job performance.
"But sir every deal I have closed for you has gone through without a hitch. I thought I had proven myself as your accountant and assistant", she stated with a frown now gracing her face.
"It is not your workmanship. It is your confidence as a woman. You defy me by wearing that robe when you are supposed be in your lingerie. Now do not insult me further Rin, take off that robe now…please", he asked calmly.
Please. Since when is the boss so courteous? He's never said please in the entire time I've known him.
She took a deep breath trying to build herself up to remove the robe but in the end she just couldn't do it. Rin's shoulders slumped in defeat as Sesshomaru now stood in front of her daring her to do something other than what he'd asked.
"I cannot do what ask sir because…. I'm… I'm… afraid", Rin admitted truthfully.
That's just great Rin. Now he'll think you're a coward for sure. The strongest, most brave man I know will now and forever think of me a stupid coward.
The truth was that no one had ever laid eyes on her body in such away before, not even Kenji and now her boss whom she admired above anyone she'd ever known was going to see her body….nearly naked!
What if he laughs? What if I repulse him? Mother always said I wasn't good enough and that I wasn't beautiful. What if he….hates what he sees, she thought, all of her insecurities showing in her almond shaped doe brown eyes.
"Now we are finally getting somewhere. Why are you afraid, Rin? You have no reason to be, this Sesshomaru assures it", he said as he lightly caressed her face with the back of his hands.
Rin shrugged her shoulders as if her whole life was about to be ruined and her boss stood there with her entire being in the palms of his demon hands.
"I've been told my entire life that I'm not good enough. That I'm not beautiful and that I never will be. That I'm…nothing", she replied sadly.
"Lies! They are all lies", he growled in anger.
"You are gorgeous Rin. If it is the last thing I do, I will make you see that. You are priceless to this Sesshomaru", his voice softened as he gazed down into her eyes.
Sesshomaru reached out and slowly unraveled the robes tie. Rin's heart rate increased and was not missed by the handsome demon and in truth his heartbeat sped up as well with anticipation but his hands remained steady on the terry cloth of his accountant's robe.
Delicately, as if unveiling a priceless piece of art, Sesshomaru removed the robe from Rin's shoulders letting the soft fabric fall to the heels of her feet. Rin covered her face with her hands not wanting to see the look of disgust on the man's face that she treasured and respected above anyone she'd ever known.
How can he want to look at me? How can he want see my disgusting body? I've seen model material woman throw themselves at him and he didn't even give them a second glance. I can only imagine the dreadful things he could be thinking about me.
Sesshomaru was speechless. He could only stand in awe at the sight of Rin before him. His heart rate seemed to now beat out of control. He had never imagined such beauty could lie beneath the modesty of her clothing. Her perfectly natural tanned skin seem to glow under the lights of the dressing room and the two piece matching lingerie set that she wore caused his manhood to spring to life.
Deep down he knew it was unprofessional of him to desire his accountant but professionalism when out the window the moment she kissed him the way she had last night. He had wanted her then, but now… he craved her, needed her! His body ached for her as she stood before him.
Sesshomaru was in a trance. His mind seemed to retreat into its own imagination of all the things he could do to her. He thought about how he'd make love to her tenderly, something he'd never done with any woman but Rin was not just any woman. She was diamond in the rough. She was a breath of fresh air in a world of pollution. She was a bright light in a tunnel of darkness and to him, she was worthy of receiving love. She deserved to be cherished and loved without reservation.
Sesshomaru was thinking on the many ways he could love her, when her voice made his fantasies dissipate causing reality to come rushing back in like a cold shower on a winter's day.
"Your silence says enough sir. You think I'm hideous but you're trying to find a nice way to say it to me", she said quietly on the brink of tears.
"None sense Rin, this Sesshomaru is at a loss for words because I've never seen anyone as beautiful as you. There is nothing that I find hideous about you at all. Rin you look like a goddess standing here before me. Why can't you see that", he asked as he took her hands away from her face and turned her to the mirror to prove it.
She began to fumble with her hair and then the black tiny bows on the straps of her bustier. She did everything she could not to look at her reflection in the mirror.
"Rin, I've laid eyes on some of the most beautiful women the world has to offer and none of them can compare to the beauty you possess. I just need you to see your beauty for yourself", he stated coolly.
"I highly doubt that sir", Rin stated sarcastically.
"Are you calling me a liar Rin", asked the demon mogul with narrowed eyes.
"No…no sir, I… I just mean that you can't possibly find me beautiful because I've seen gorgeous women around you, and I….I couldn't hold a candle to them", she tried to correct.
"Rin, I haven't a dishonest bone in my body. You of all people should know that. I think you are so incredibly beautiful", he whispered in her ear as he stood behind her.
Their eyes met in the mirror and Sesshomaru found himself inhaling her soft sweet natural scent. It was intoxicating and provoking at the same time. Her scent was unique and alluring and it seemed to awaken the sleeping beast within him.
All I'd need is one night with you Rin, to show you how beautiful you really are.
A low growl escaped from his throat as he breathed her in and Rin called his name softly to bring him back to reality.
"Sesshomaru."
"Yes Rin", he replied calmly.
"I think…I think we should get going now. I'm kind of tired", she said softly.
"Then we will leave as soon as you are dressed", he whispered close to her ear and then swiftly left the dressing room in an effort to keep from ravishing her.
0o0o0o0
After Sesshomaru left the dressing room, Rin peeked out to make sure she was alone and that no one was coming to barge in on her within the room.
With her boss gone and the coast clear, Rin began to admire herself in the mirror. She turned sideways and checked herself out from that angle and then she turned the other way to see that side as well.
"I guess I just don't see what he sees", she sighed as she went into the dressing room and took off the 'barely there' lingerie and put on a pair of form fitting stone washed blue jeans and a plain white V-neck t-shirt.
She slid into a very comfy expensive pair of white sandals and gathered her clothing, leaving the dressing room heading to find her boss.
Rin met Sesshomaru at the check-out counter where he paid for everything including the clothes she was currently wearing with his exclusive Visa Black Card.
The attendants packed all of Rin's clothing in Sesshomaru's black H2 Hummer which was parked near at the rear entrance to the store. After he had paid, he prepared to escort Rin out to his oversize ride which turned out to be perfect for her shopping expedition.
"Come Rin, perhaps we shall go for dessert now", he said more as a question.
"Can you give me a moment, I'd like to use the ladies room", she said truthfully but also had another agenda.
"I will wait for you in the truck", he responded coldly and turned to leave.
When he was gone, Rin made her way to the ladies room and when she returned she made a note to look for Sarah, the female attendant who had helped her earlier.
After five minutes of walking around aimlessly, Rin spotted the young lady speaking with a few of her female co-workers.
"Excuse me Ms. Sarah", Rin said softly causing her to look up at the sound of her voice.
"Yes Ms. Mori. Is there anything else I can do for you", she smiled warmly at the tall accountant.
"Umm yes, I was wondering if you could help me pick out something for Mr. Takahashi. You see I'd like to get him a thank you gift for what he's done for me today but I'm at a loss as to what a man like him would like", she said to the woman with pleading eyes.
"I can definitely help you with that. Mr. Takahashi does not appear to be the emotional type. I think a genuine leather wallet with his name engraved on it and a pair of diamond cufflinks will do it. It is a surprise right", she asked with a bright smile.
"Yes it is", Rin confirmed immediately.
"Well just follow me and you can pick out the wallet and cufflinks. We can have it engraved in a jiffy and gift wrapped if you like", Sarah continued to beam.
"Yes I'd like that", she said as found herself smiling as well at the polite attendant.
0o0o0o0
Sesshomaru glanced at his Rolex as he sat behind the stirring wheel of his Hummer.
"What is taking Rin so long? She should be done by now", he said aloud to himself.
The demon began to drum his claws against the armrest of the driver's side seat and was contemplating on going inside to check on his accountant when suddenly the rear door to the establishment opened and she came out.
Sesshomaru immediately hopped out of the car and quickly went around it to open the passenger side door for his employee. It was then that he noticed she had a purse that he hadn't purchased for her because being a demon, he had an excellent memory.
"You just purchased that Rin", he asked indifferently as she slid into the vehicle.
"Yeah, I was on my way out of the door when this little number caught my eye", she said holding up the white and blue bag.
"I just bought you a ton of purses", he said coolly.
"Yes but…. not this one. There's just something about a Louis Vuitton. No matter how many you have you always want more. It's a woman thing… and a weakness", she said giving him another rare smile.
Sesshomaru looked at her curiously before he closed her door and returned to the driver's seat.
Rin breathed a sigh of relief as she clutched the purse closer to her chest hoping that the demon didn't by chance have x-ray vision to spot the gifts she'd bought for him inside.
As he fired up the ignition, he looked over at Rin looking quietly through the windshield.
"So Rin, where would you like to go for dessert", he asked watching her now bite her index finger in contemplation, a simple gesture that he found quite sexy.
"How about an ice cream parlor? We could get our ice cream to go and then go to Tokyo Grand Park to feed the Coy fish", She replied.
"Then that is what we shall do", he said as he pulled away from the department store and into the traffic of downtown Tokyo.
0o0o0o0
"That was so good", Rin said as finished the last of her strawberry ice cream and eyeballed Sesshomaru's.
He looked at her with amusement in his eyes and kept eating as if he saw nothing.
"Sesshomaru, do you mind if I taste yours", Rin asked as she watched him enjoy the cold treat with his eyes now closed.
"You used my first name again Rin, and not out of anger. I suppose this Sesshomaru will share….only if you continue to use my first name from here on out", he said holding the vanilla ice cream away from her to ensure she complied before allowing her a taste.
"I guess I could do that… now that you've seen me naked and all. Calling you sir won't feel right unless we're at work now", she teased with a slight blush.
"For the last time Rin, I did not see you naked", he breathed deeply in annoyance.
But I would definitely have love too, he thought as he watched her.
"Close your eyes", he commanded calmly.
"Why? It's only ice cream and I already know the flavor", she replied with curiosity.
"Because I asked you to", he said coldly as he watched her.
"Oh alright, I suppose I can indulge you", she teased
"Thank you", he said somewhat sarcastically.
Rin closed her eyes and prepared herself for the frozen dessert. She felt the spoon touch her lips lightly and immediately she opened her mouth. When her lips closed over the spoon, she tasted nothing but air and her eyes flew open to find her boss smiling at her.
"Hey, you tricked me. For that, I'm going to eat all of your ice cream", Rin threatened as he passed her the nearly empty cup.
"Be my guest Rin, this Sesshomaru has had enough anyway", he said as he watched her fill the spoon and devour the ice cream.
This woman is changing me. I can feel it. Perhaps this Sesshomaru is changing her too.
He watched her slowly eating ice cream from her spoon and he almost salivated at the way her tongue darted in and out of her mouth. He never thought that the mere act of consuming food could be so seductive and he was sure Rin was not aware of what she was doing to him.
Sesshomaru seemed to stare helplessly at his accountant with every bite she took. Hell he wanted to go out and buy her a whole bucket full of ice cream just so he could watch her eat it and when she moaned in delight it took just about all of his demon strength to keep from grabbing her and taking her right there on the public park bench in which they were sitting.
He watched her dark tresses being tossed gently in warm summer breeze. She looked like an angel to him and when she swept the loose strains behind her ears, at that very moment she seemed happy and content and Sesshomaru was happy that he could witness a rare moment like this from his assistant.
"Ummm, that was totally delicious", she said as she passed the empty container to her boss to put in the trash can located on his side of the bench.
"So what shall we do now Sess", she asked with a smile.
The wealthy businessman cocked a single brow in her direction.
Did she just call me….Sess? That's interesting. Only my family calls me that and I find it quite annoying but coming from her lips it sounds divine.
"Sess", he asked.
"Oh I'm sorry. I should've asked if it was okay to call you that. I guess I must have forgotten my place with all of today's activities. Please forgive me for being so forward", she said quickly.
"It is quite alright Rin. I seem to like hearing my name shortened by you. Sess it is and I'd like to think of us as….friends if you will. After all, you've kissed me and as you have continued to put it throughout the day, I've seen you…naked", he teased without emotion and Rin covered her face to hide the blatant blush spreading across her features.
"Don't remind me", she said into her hands as she recalled standing in the dressing room mirror as her boss watched her wearing only lingerie.
Sesshomaru found his claws tangled in her thick mane of dark hair as she sat next to him and he couldn't help but think about how her hair would feel in hands as he made slow passionate love to her.
Her hair was silky soft and it seemed to beg to be fisted in his demon hands as he imagined touching her in ways that no man ever has.
This woman will be the death of me if I continue to think on such things. Rin is innocent and kind. She deserves so much more than a roll in the sack. She needs tender kisses, soft caresses, gentle nips, and slow exploration of her beautiful body. This Sesshomaru does not even know if he's capable of such things, yet something inside of me wants to give her all of that and maybe….more.
"Let's feed the coy fish and then we'll head home. You and I both have a long week ahead of us", she said as her voice brought Sess out of his thoughts.
"Indeed", he said as he watched her stand and pull out a bag of bread crumbs from her purse.
They walked over to the large coy fish pound and watched as other families and children fed the large beautiful fish.
Sesshomaru threw out some bread crumbs for the fish but mostly he watched Rin's excitement over feeding them and he found himself smiling when she put her hands inside the water in an attempt to 'pet them'.
She seemed so care free and beautiful as she gave away her crumbs to some of the children who were standing with their parents near the pond and Sesshomaru began to wonder what she would look like with a child of her own, but as quickly as that thought entered his head, he shook it away and inwardly chastised himself for such thinking.
Why has Rin suddenly taken over my whole thought process? Why can't I get her out of my mind? Okay so I want to see her smiling and happy but what do I care what she looks like with children of her own. She is my accountant and no matter what I do, I cannot change that. Rin is off limits Sess! Period!
When he pulled himself away from his thoughts he looked up and saw her walking towards him.
"That was a lot of fun. I think I had more fun than the children did. Did you see that one fish almost rub himself up against my fingers? That was amazing! We have to do this again", she smiled up at him and Sesshomaru seemed to forget everything about her being off limits because he placed one hand around her waist and began to guide her back to his vehicle.
"Glad you enjoyed yourself Rin. I think it's time we get going. It will be dark soon and being in the park at night with such a beautiful woman invites unwanted trouble", he said as he unknowingly tightened his grip around her waist possessively.
"I am ready when you are", she smiled as they walked towards the Hummer.
0o0o0o0
Nearly two hours later, Rin had showered and was sitting in Sesshomaru's family room watching a movie eating Chinese take-out right from the box with chop sticks.
Sesshomaru had yet to show his face, since arriving home and Rin figured he just wanted some alone time. So she sat quietly engrossed in a movie called Pretty Woman enjoying her Shrimp Fried Rice.
It was a good thing she was alone because she began to wonder what her boss would think of her watching some sappy chick flick, especially now that it was at a lovemaking scene.
These scenes always made her feel awkward and realize her inexperience whenever she watched them, even when she was alone. Still, her eyes were glued to the large television screen as she watched Richard Greer pull Julia Roberts into his arms at the piano and she couldn't help but wonder what that feeling would feel like for her.
Her pulse and heart rate quickened and she found it hard to swallow her rice as she became engulfed in the love scene. The chopsticks loaded with fried rice loomed midway between the box and Rin's lips as she watched the actors preform a very believable love act. Rin was so engrossed that she didn't even notice Sesshomaru was standing behind her watching her watch the scene unfold. She was caught up in the movie and he was caught up in her.
Sesshomaru's gaze did not falter as he spied on Rin. She sat there in a black silk night gown and robe enjoying her meal unaware of his presence. Some sort of romance movie played on the television and Rin was so entranced that she did not notice him enter the room.
The actors were engaged in a passionate love scene and he watched his accountant watch the couple with unblinking eyes. He was about to let his presence be known until he sensed the spike of her pulse and heart rate.
Is she enjoying what she sees? Is she fantasizing about it being her in the female actor's place with some other man? It had better not be that prick Kenji she's thinking about! He's not even worthy of her fantasies but I could love her body like that…. if she'd let me.
When the scene was over, Sesshomaru watched Rin stare off into space still holding the fried rice in her chopstick s in mid-air. He cleared his throat and what happened next he never expected.
Rin jumped so far off the couch she spilled her entire box of fried rice on the floor. She behaved as if she'd just been caught doing something she shouldn't have been and Sesshomaru found it quite cute and amusing to say the least.
"Sess! How…how long have you….been standing there", she asked nervously as she hurried to clean up the mess she'd made and turned off the TV.
"Not long", which was true.
"Oh… well what did you… see", she asked suspiciously.
"Not much", he replied calmly which was true.
Rin breathed a sigh of relief believing that her secret was safe and Sesshomaru left the room and returned with paper towels to help her clean up the spilled rice.
Thank God for hard wood floors in this part of the house, he thought as both he and Rin cleaned up the mess.
"So now that my dinner has succumbed to your floor I suppose I'll just head to bed", she said as they cleaned the floor.
"None sense Rin, I'm than willing to share mine with you if you'd like", he stated calmly.
"Thanks but I better not. I've already had enough to eat for today especially now that my diet has been blown for the most part. I'm just going to go to bed", she said nervously.
"I think I'll join you", he remarked softly.
"What", she nearly screamed in panic.
"I'm going to go to bed myself Rin….to my room. What did you think I meant", he said gazing at her curiously.
"Oh…I thought….I assumed…well that…oh never mind. I'm going to hit the hay. I'll see you bright and early in the morning", she said as she scrambled out of the room in complete embarrassment.
Rin seemed to run to her room after she left Sesshomaru's presence and when she got there, she closed the door behind her and leaned up against the frame as she recalled the blunder with her boss she'd just made.
"Stupid Rin! Did you honestly think he was talking about sleeping with you? Stupid, stupid, stupid Rin", she said out loud to herself as she banged her head lightly against the wall.
"Are you okay in there Rin", Sesshomaru asked as he was entered his bedroom.
"Uh yeah. Just….thinking out loud. Sorry", she replied through the door without opening it.
He's a demon you idiot. It means he can hear a freaking pin drop.
"Hn. Goodnight Rin", he called through the door.
"Goodnight Sess", she replied and she slipped out of her silk black robe hanging it on one of the four bed posts.
She pulled back the black silk sheets and tucked herself in as she began to look up at the ceiling. She slowly recounted the day's events and she found herself smiling.
No one has ever done anything like that for me and for the first time in my life I had fun. I felt like I could be myself with him and he smiled a few times at me too. Gosh I felt really special today. I'll never forget what you did for me Sesshomaru and I hope you like the gifts I bought for you. Gifts! Oh no! I forgot to give him the gifts I bought for him!
Rin threw back the covers and jumped out of bed heading for her purse which was stashed away in the closet. She grabbed her purse and ran to the door forgetting to put on her robe as she threw the door open.
She knocked on his door and when she heard him tell her she could come in, she did just that only to realize he was in the shower.
"Umm, I'll just come back when you're finished", she slightly yelled so that he could hear her over the water completely forgetting again about his demon hearing.
"None sense Rin, I'll be done shortly. Just have a seat on the bed", he called through the bathroom door.
"Umm okay", she said as she sat down on the huge bed.
Wow, his bed feels even more incredible than the guest bed! And the sheets feel silkier than the guest bed's. The pillows feel soft and fluffy too.
Rin found herself picking up his pillows and giving them a sniff.
Oh my, his scent is amazing! It smells so….manly and strong… like fresh pine. I love this scent! It's so….so refreshing and woodsy. Is woodsy a word, probably not. Listen to yourself Rin. You sound like you're going crazy asking yourself questions and then answering them but still, why have I not noticed this scent before? Oh well while he's in the shower I may as well indulge myself, she thought as she slowly lay back in his bed letting his scent surround her.
Umm, this feels so good and the sound of the waterfall wall is so soothing. This is heaven on earth.
Rin was so relaxed that she didn't hear when Sess turned off the water nor when he entered the room. She was too busy enjoying her little slice of paradise.
When Sesshomaru emerged from the bathroom, he saw Rin lying on his bed and he thought he was fantasizing again. For a moment he just stood in awe of her laying there. The spaghetti strap silk black night gown exposed just the right amount of her skin to set his imagination into over drive and it was when he called her name in the fog of his fantasy that reality came flooding back.
"Rin", whispered Sesshomaru just loud enough for her to hear.
"Yes Sess", she whispered back dreamily.
Sess! Oh no! Please tell me he's not really here!
Her eyes flew open and in a panic to leave his bed, she quickly became tangled in his silk sheets and tumbled to the floor.
Sesshomaru sprang into action and was at her side in less than a second.
"Rin are you alright? Are you hurt", he asked with concern clearly showing on his handsome face.
"I'm fine Sess. My pride is the only thing that's bruised", she smiled though Sesshomaru could see the embarrassment written across her lovely face.
"There's no need to be embarrassed. It seems I've made a habit of nearly scaring you to death. Here, let me help you", he said softly as he untangled her from his sheets and lifted her effortlessly in his arms.
Rin wrapped her arms around his neck to ensure her safety as he carried her and for a moment she was lost in him. His fresh pine scent along with his even breathing felt like the safest place she could be, but she wasn't the only one lost. Sesshomaru took in her scent as well and when she laid her head on his shoulder, he was at cross roads as to whether he should put her down into his easy chair or if he should continue to just hold her.
The demon looked down at the beautiful woman who seemed to burrow her face against his chest and his decision was made.
He slide down into the easy chair and embraced the softness that was Rin cuddled in his arms.
"You should be more careful Rin. You could really hurt yourself", he said as his hands went to her face and gently caressed it.
"I know and I'm sorry. It seems I am becoming clumsier everyday", she smiled nervously.
"Hn. Can't have you getting hurt, you are my accountant and assistant. My life kind of revolves around you", he teased as he laid his chin on the top of her head.
Rin was oblivious to the fact that only a white towel hung around her boss's hips as she sat in his lap but Sesshonmaru was very aware of it. He was trying so hard to keep himself from getting a full on erection with her sitting in his lap that his forehead began to sweat.
Rin absentmindedly began tracing the outline of his chest muscles with her finger tips and Sesshomaru could feel a slow growl of pleasure trying desperately to escape his throat.
Having her so close like this is torture. I've never wanted any woman the way I want her and her soft touches are driving me insane! I must put a stop to this before I do something that I might regret!
"Rin was there something you needed to speak with me about", he asked calmly though inwardly he was in great turmoil.
"Oh…yes, I almost forgot", she said as she sprang from his lap and to her feet and Sesshomaru breathed a sigh of relief.
She crossed the room over to the bed and began fixing and smoothing the sheets back in place and then she dug into her purse pulling out two gifts.
"I wanted to give you something for everything you've done for me today. I've never been treated so special. No one's ever made me feel… so special before. Well anyway, I hope you like them", she said as she thrust the gifts into his lap.
"Rin you didn't have to get me anything. I enjoyed watching you enjoy yourself. That was gift enough for me", he said as his eyes met hers and she blushed.
He opened the first gift and was surprised to find a genuine leather wallet with his name engraved on it in silver. The leather was fine quality and he knew she must have paid good money for it. Coming from her though, he would have loved it even if she had spent only two dollars on it.
"This is a lovely gift Rin. Thank you very much", he said softly as he looked up at her from his chair.
"I'm so happy you like it now please, open the next one", she said with excitement and he obeyed.
When Sesshomaru opened the next gift, he was speechless. It was a pair of blue diamond crescent moon cufflinks. They were sterling silver and looked to be two karats each. Slender clawed hands examined the diamonds and he was impressed by Rin's tastes.
"Rin these are quite exquisite. They are too lovely of a gift for this Sesshomaru to except", he said as he watched her through wide golden eyes.
"But you must Sesshomaru! I wanted to get them just for you and they fit you perfectly. I really want you to have them", she said through pleading eyes.
God, it's something about her face I just can't resist! Why have I suddenly begun to feel like this about you Rin?
"Alright I'll accept but on one condition", he said with a twinkle in his golden eyes as stood now towering over her.
"Okay what's the condition", she asked almost afraid to know the answer.
"You allow me to kiss you goodnight. That's it, that all", he said simply.
"I…suppose I could do that", she replied with a shrug of her shoulders as she gazed into his hypnotizing eyes.
Rin closed her eyes and tilted her face up to the demon. Her heart rate started to soar with anticipation and Sesshomaru watched her long lashes flutter against her cheeks in nervousness.
"I've had the pleasure of experiencing your kisses Rin, now you will experience mine", he whispered softly as he leaned his forehead against hers and nuzzled her nose slowly and gently with his.
The action was both shocking and soothing as he circled his hands around her waist. He pulled her closer to him without breaking their nose contact and when she placed her fingertips tenderly on his bare chest he began purr because of her touch.
This woman was breaking his barriers, yet looking down into her face he knew he felt things for her in that moment that he'd never felt for anyone. Rin brought out a side to him he didn't even know existed.
He'd never been known to give a damn about what anyone thought. And he sure as hell never cared about anyone else's feelings before but Rin….she was special. He cared about what she thought and valued her opinion. He definitely loved seeing the rare times she smiled and flashed those irresistible dimples at him. And now having her in his arms like this, feeling the sweetness of her breath caress his face, he was finding it hard to resist her.
As strong as she was and as strong as she tried to be in his presence, he knew she was fragile and he needed her to see that she could trust him. That he would not hurt her already delicate state, so instead of capturing her mouth giving her the passionate kiss his demon demanded, he leaned down and placed a gentle chaste kiss on her slightly parted lips. He then did the same with each of her dimpled cheeks and then tenderly, softly he placed a light kiss on the center of her forehead.
With her eyes still closed awaiting the opened mouthed kiss she expected from Sesshomaru, Rin allowed herself to melt in her boss's arms. What she wasn't prepared for was the feather light kiss he placed on the tip of her nose just before he whispered softly in her ear.
"Goodnight Rin", he said, his breath causing goose bumps to run up and down her arms and suddenly their close contact was broken.
"Wha..what", she opened her eyes and asked in confusion.
"I said good night Rin", he repeated in the same low deep sultry voice.
"Oh…okay. Goodnight Sesshomaru", she whispered back and stood with a frown on her face before she turned to leave.
Sesshomaru ever the gentleman escorted Rin to the door and opened it. As she walked through, he leaned against the door frame and watched as she crossed the hall to her own room.
For a moment that seemed like an eternity, they stood just staring at one another. Sess smirked while Rin frowned completely puzzled by his actions, but it was clear that neither really wanted to leave presence of the other.
After quite sometime of gazing at the millionaire tycoon, Rin slowly began to close the door to her room but not before whispering a final good night to the handsome demon that was her boss. Sess replied and reluctantly closed his door as well and when they were alone in their respective rooms, they both leaned against the door frames, each thinking of the other.
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****A/N: There it is folks. Hope you liked it and please review and tell me what you thought. I had a hard time closing this chapter off hence the reason why it's over 8,000 words.
Oh and as for Rin's mother from hell, you will get to meet her in the next chapter! I wanted to get the chemistry going between Sess and Rin but I don't want it to be too fast because when they do come together, it's gonna be some kinda gooooooood!
Acknowledgements/Answers
Icecreamapparition: I hope I answered you question in this chapter. There was really nothing in the deal that meant too much. It was just a way for me to get Rin to open up to Sess a little but there will be games in the future chapters. I'm glad you like this story and thanks always for your reviews.
Gonzo8886: Thanks for your interest in my story and thanks for your review.
RaixImagination: It is always a pleasure to read your reviews and I love the poetry. You are so good! Anywho, I hope you enjoyed this chapter.
SesshomarusPegasus: Glad you love my story and thanks for your review.
Moonlight Mermaid: Yep I enjoyed writing the scene of sexy Sess after his jog but I'm so thrilled you found it enjoyable. Hehehehe Thanks so much for your interest in my story and for your review.
DelSan 13: Glad you loved the last chapter and I hope you liked this one as well. Thanks for your review.
BoredGirl17: You get to see Rin's mother next chapter and I warn you she won't be pleasant and she is definitely one of those moms you described. Thanks for your review and I hope you continue to enjoy the story.
HijiriXAyano: I hope you weren't disappointed with this chapter. It took me a while to get my creative juices flowing. Thanks for you review and I hope you are still interested in my story.
Icegirljenni: Sorry to tell you this but you were wrong about the deal. I was thinking of going the direction of your thoughts but in the end I decided against it. I just wanted Rin to open up to Sess more. As you can see though, the deal was one sided and Rin even said so herself because of your encouragement. HEHEHE And as you can see they are clearly falling for each other. Thanks as always for the reviews and KJ sends hugs and kisses as well.
Ni-Ni chan330: Yes Rin definitely has some self-esteem issues but Sess is gonna try hard to help her with those. You will meet Rin's mother in the next chapter and I promise you WILL NOT LIKE HER! Thanks for your review and I hope you continue to enjoy my story.
Temari Asura: You are so funny! I miss you soooo much, and I so wanted more of saving me but I understand sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do. LOL Guess what? My little turtle finally started walking and he's so cute. He walks like frankeinstine! LOL It is quite funny but sooooo cute. Anyway thanks for your review and I hope you continue to enjoy my story.
Jinulover: Well thanks for stumbling upon my story and actually liking it. I am thinking about writing an Inu/Kag story but I'll have to put it on the backburner for now because I have some Bleach stories of Bya/Ruki to write for my fans of that anime. Thanks so much for your review and I hope you continue to enjoy it.
****A/N: Well that's all. Next chapter Sess meets Rin's mother, Rin meets another man, and what's her connection to Sess's Corporation rival Naraku? Stay tuned to find out and leave review too….PLEASE!