A/N: For the reviewer that asked for some background story on SesshRin, don't worry I'll be sure to incorporate more of them! I just need to get past a few scenes and then they'll be up! Don't forget, we've still got a wedding to plan! (:

Chp 7; New and declared Takahashi Family!

He's been in his room since about midnight when he finally was able to get up and leave the Greenhouse last night. Since then, he hasn't slept a wink. He went down to Kagome's room when he was sure that she was asleep. He slipped in just watched her for what seemed like forever. She had tear streaks on her face but she looked so at peace. He missed being able to see that peaceful face whenever he wanted. Now everything was just argument after argument. He hated it. He's wanted to see her smile since the day she ran away from him. Now that she was here he didn't even know how to make her smile again and all he's done is make her cry, twice already. Now it was mid- day and he still hasn't come out. Some maids sent him food but it just went cold on his dresser. He hasn't moved since he got back. All he could do was lay there and think about everything, over and over again. He kept repeating what she told him in his head the whole time

"Don't ever think I regretted it, Inuyasha. It was real and love for me. It was beyond what I thought was love and I was grateful that it was you I shared that with, always."

Did she mean that? he thought. Of course she did. Kagome never lied about these things. She was always honest with him. He wanted to be honest with her but now he doesn't even know how to face her after that. So he just had to think and find enough courage somewhere to get him to face her again. As he was thinking he started to hear voices. He went to look out his window that overlooked the backyard gardens before the pool. He saw Shiori running after Takumi and then Kagome came into view. His curtains were still mostly closed and he was concealed by them thankfully. At one point, Kagome turned and looked right at his windows. She knew that was still his room, he would never change it. Then she turned back to follow her kids before chasing after them one by one. He couldn't help but smile seeing the way she was with them. She was their mother beyond everything. They came first for her and he knew that. Slowly but surely, they've made there way up to the top of his priority list as well. He knew the only way to prove to Kagome that he wasn't the same guys from 5 years ago was to her her exactly that they were just as important to him as well.

With that he had a call he needed to make. He found his phone dialed the number quick. When they answered he went right into it. "Hey, yea. We need to call on a press conference, yea asap. Thanks"

He hung up and went back to window to take a last glance at what he was about to put a lot of work into making his again and for the first time.

3 hours later and it was a busy afternoon. Sesshomaru was able to put together the press conference in a snap and it was packed. No one else was aware of what he was about to do, not even Sesshomaru. But he had told everyone that they needed to watch it. So, back at home everyone was tuned into the tv. Kagome and the kids were there even though it was by the force of Rin. Without another hesitation, he walked up to the table in front of all the cameras and reporters as questions flew.

"Mister Takahashi "

"Inuyasha please" Inuyasha smirked on tv. Kagome scoffed.

"Okay, Inuyasha. We've heard rumors of you doing movies over in the states next. Is that true?" one reporter asked.

"Well, that's being negotiated with my manager at the moment but right now nothing is set in stone. Just trying to figure out what my next move is."

"Inuyasha!" someone yelled from the back and he pointed at them.

"It's been rumored that you haven't been seen with on and off girlfriend/model Kikyo. Have you two had a lovers spat?" the reporter smirked.

"Well actually, I am no longer with the model Kikyo. Our relationship had a long ride but it was time to come to an end as the feeling were no longer there" he simply stated.

"Is there another woman?" the reporter added.

"Im hoping" Inuyasha winked into the camera. Kagome snorted Even though she was surprised he came out with an open admittance of breaking up with Kikyo, he was still being a cocky prick to her. She could see it.

"Inuyasha, we are aware that this conference was set rather randomly by yourself. Was there something you needed to tell your fans?" another reporter threw at him.

"As a matter of fact there is. Over the years a secret has been well kept within my family but I feel as though it needs to now be out in the open so I can happily function publicly with my family at home." he simply said

"And that would be?" Someone asked.

"Its is unaware to the public but I in fact have my very own happy family with my own twin pups. There mother and I are no longer together as it was years ago but we are happy as a family and I no longer feel the need to hide my little runts from the world. Not like they could be mistaken as anyone elses, honestly." He smirked as he pulled out of few pocket sized picture of Shiori, Takumi, and Kagome.

"That will be all for today and thank you all for hearing me out!" he stated before waving and walking out.

Anyone who wasn't four years old did not have a properly function jaw at the moment, back home. Even Sesshomaru's and he was standing there in the conference. No one expected what just happened. It wasn't even discussed within the family. Kagome didn't know if she should be mad at him for outing their pups or in love because he just declared them as his family to the whole world even with pictures. Everyone was staring at her but she couldn't take her eyes off of the tv, even after the special was over. Shiori and Takumi weren't paying attention but the rest of the room could feel the elephant big time right now. It seems that Kagome's heart won over as she decided that she was actually happy Inuyasha did that because a tear fell down her face. Everyone asked if she was okay but she couldn't answer them. Shiori snapped her back.

"mama?"

"Hmm?"

"Aren't those happy tears?" She looked up at her still stunned mother. Kagome just looked down at her and Takumi on the floor. She bent down to kiss both of their foreheads.

"Yes, baby. Yes they are" She smiled as she hugged them both together. Rin smiled as she realized that Kagome was okay with this and the rest of the room seemed to sigh in relief before cheering all together. The mood only went up as everyone decided to go out for dinner. Sesshomaru and Inuyasha were going to meet them all and Kagome was for once okay with that.

Of course they showed up at some five star spot and with the new news that had just broken out cameras were at an all time high to catch a picture of the declared Takahashi grandbabies. Takumi was loving it but Shiori was curled up on Kagome's hip leaning into her shoulder. They got inside and had a table in the back, away from the windows. Halfway through, Sesshomaru and Inuyasha showed up and with a nod from both, it seemed like the tension between Inuyasha and Kagome seemed to dissipate. He took a seat next to her and Takumi on the other side. Izayoi was so happy with the night she felt like pictures of the new family were needed. Kagome complied and soon the night was over. Inuyasha still had the limo he took to the conference so him and Kagome stuffed the sleeping children and themselves into it for the journey home. When they got home Kagome put both kids to sleep in the same room this time so she could sleep alone. Before heading to her own bed she took a walk to Inuyasha's room. It was late so when he opened the door, he only had on a pair of boxers to sleep. Kagome had to hold back the flush and keep her eyes on his face to say what she wanted to get out.

"I- I need to say something." she choked out.

"Wanna come in?" he asked moving to the side

"No, I need to get some sleep bu- "

"If I messed up you can tell me.." he said looking down.

"You didn't" she simply said looking down as well.

"What?"

"You did the opposite of messed up. You made sure the world knew that they were your family and thats what I've dreamed of for four years." She said finally looking up at him.

"Thank you" she added.

"I felt like it was right, ya'know?" he said shyly.

"Yes, I do." she was about to turn to go to her room when something hit her. There was something she needed to do. He was about to close his door when he saw her stop.

"Kagome.. Whats u- " he was cut off.

Her right hand made it's way to the back of his neck as her lips connected with his. It was the lightest touch but it was something they've both longed for, for almost 5 years. Catching himself, he put his arms behind her lower back pulling her up to him. The kiss deepened but not by much as Kagome quickly broke away placing her forehead on his as he was still holding her up.

"What was that for?" He asked putting her down.

"I needed to thank you.." She smiled before running off to get to her own room. Inuyasha was having trouble breathing after such a light kiss. But, the contact made it obvious that he's been waiting 5 years to feel her again. He walked back into his room shutting the door and sporting the biggest grin he's had in years.

The next morning Kagome woke up flushed due to horribly vivid dreams she'd rather not speak of. She called Sango declaring that they needed a day out. She took a shower and got dressed quick to find Rin somewhere in the house. She was with the kids in the playroom and Sesshomaru but he was doing something on his laptop.

"Rin!" She yelled running to her and scaring the girl for a second.

"Mama!" the twins yelled running to give her morning kisses and returned to their new toys.

"Can I help you?" Rin looked at her laughing.

"We need a girls day- well girls and Jakotsu day, like now! I've already called Sango and they are on there way!" Kagome squealed.

"What about the kids?" Rin asked

"Sesshomaru's got them, right Sesshy?" Kagome winked at him. He just raised a brow at her.

"Come on let's go!" She said by to her kids and basically dragged Rin out of the house as Sango pulled up to the front.

"They seriously left me to take care of you too.." Sesshomaru muttered more to himself but the twins giggled.

"We don't bite uncle fluffy" Takumi said and Shiori smiled wide.

"Curse the day Rin said that in front of you" He glared at the kids before they pounced on him for attention as they did for the rest of the day.

"Seriously, spill! Why the sudden need for our undivided attention?" Sango snapped at Kagome who was sandwiched between Rin and Ayame in the backseat of her rental car.

"We talk when we shop! go, DRIVE!" Kagome said making her move already. They made it to a mall and they all started through every store. It wasn't until they stopped in one dress shop for the bridesmaid dresses to actually talk.

"Um, so.. you're getting married?" Ayame looked at Sango.

"Oh, GOD NO. Rin is" Sango picked up the perky brunette and placed her right in front of Ayame.

"Oh well congrats" She smiled at Rin.

"You're Ayame right?" Rin asked, curious.

"Um, yes?" Ayame answered shyly.

"Great, would you like to be in my wedding? I'm short a few bridesmaids" Rin squealed and everyone just stared at her to stunned to argue but she got the message in their looks.

"What?! She's Kouga's mate, why not? She seems sweet too" Rin smiled at her but Ayame gulped at the sound of his name.

"W- will Kouga be there?" She nearly whispered

"Honey, he's in the wedding. Sesshomaru's groomsmen" Jakotsu winked at her.

"Crap" Ayame muttered more to herself.

"Don't worry Ayame we'll make sure he's in line throughout the whole thing!" Kagome said sending her a supportive look and Sango snorted before receiving a smack on the arm from the former girl.

"Well then, YES" She squealed hugging Rin back.

"A part of me really wants this to be a surprise until the wedding. Like to scare the crap out of Kouga" Sango said to no one in particular.

"What a fantastic idea!" Rin yelled grabbing a few dresses.

"The mind of an evil Genius" Kagome said sending a smile to Sango. Jakotsu just high fived both of them without even looking. This made the friendship they had seriously evident and Ayame and Rin giggled at it. Soon enough they were trying on a million dresses at once. Of course, Kagome would obviously be wearing a different dress so she was looking more for something for herself.

"Kagome!" Sango sticking her head outside of he dressing room her Kagome's general direction

"What!" She shot back sticking her head outside the hanging fabric.

"Plan on spilling anytime soooon?" She teased smirking.

"Oh crap I forgot. I- um.. I kissed Inuyasha... last night." She said loudly being confined by her own curtain again. Not two seconds later her curtain swung open to reveal three very shocked faces

"WHAT!" Rin, Jakotsu, and Sango all yelled tegether.

"Um.. I kissed him?" Kagome smiles nervously.

"Why?" Sango

"When!" Rin

"How?" Jakotsu winked.

"You can seriously tell you guys have known each other for years.." Ayana piped in from behind them.

"Really that obvious?" Kagome asked ignoring the three in front of her.

"Definitely"

"Can we please return to the subject at hand, NOW!" Sango yelled

"Our friendship?" Kagome asked.

"No moron! Your kiss!"Jakotsu yelled.

"Well get on the loud speaker why don't ya?" Kagome complained.

"Kagome, when was it?" Rin spoke up

"Last night after I tucked the kids in bed." She replied.

"Why did you do it?" Sango demanded.

"I don't know... I just felt like it." She smiled shyly.

"You felt like it?" Jakotsu smirked.

"This shopping date is suddenly feeling like an interragation.." Kagome said

"Spill, NOW!" Sango demanded, pointing down.

"Ahhh okay I was thanking him for what he did.. I just- I wanted to." She admitted throwing her arms up.

Sango was shaking her head while Jakotsu had on a massive grin and Rin and Ayame just stared at her.

"What?" She asked them all

"Honey, We found your dress." Jakotsu simply said.