Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha
Previously:
"Thank you," he said. Kagome smiled.
"What are friends for?" She asked.
Chapter Eleven: Breaking his Walls
When Kagome and Sesshomaru got off they highway, they pulled up to a nice house. It was a brick house and was rather nice. There was a pool in the back yard and an invisible fence so Kagome assumed a dog lived there as well.
"You ready?" Kagome asked. She saw Sesshomaru nod before unbuckling her seat belt and getting out of the car.
After knocking twice on the door, an old woman with long grey hair answered.
"Where have ye been?" She asked exhaustedly.
"I was at a dinner, I apologize. I have brought a friend, a miko who might help."
"Kagome?!" The woman asked. Kagome came around Sesshomaru and smiled widely before hugging the woman.
"Oh gods, Kaede, how are you?" Kagome asked.
"I am doing well, child. Now, come inside before we get soaked." She said and ushered the two inside.
"How do you know of Kaede?" Sesshomaru asked. Kagome smiled.
"She is my grandmother." Kagome turned to Kaede. "I am so glad you pursued your want of kids even when you couldn't. Congrats!" Kagome said and then gasped.
"Is Shippo still here?" She asked. Kaede chuckled.
"I think you should adopt him, he treats you like a mother and you treat him like a son." She said. Kagome smiled and Sesshomaru cleared his throat.
"Oh, Sesshomaru, I am so sorry, Kaede, can you point us to Rin? We've been a bit worried." She said.
"Follow me," she said and ushered them up the stairs and into a room. When they arrived, Kagome almost laughed. It was so pink!
The walls were a baby pink while the carpet was hot and bright. The bed was white and the bedding was almost every shade of pink there was. There were shelves of toys a a calm pink desk.
"She's been in bed all day. When her fever hit the hundreds, I called you." Kaede said. Sesshomaru nodded and walked over to the bed.
"D-Daddy?" A small voice asked from the pillows. Sesshomaru let out a small smile and nodded.
"How are you feeling, Rin?" He asked. Kagome walked over to them and smiled at the sight.
"Rin's head hurts and my stomach too!" She said. Sesshomaru nodded ad turned to Kaede and Kagome, seeing if they had any idea as to what kind of medicine she needed. Kagome smiled and knelt down beside them.
"Hi there," Kagome said. "My name is Kagome, what's yours?" She asked sweetly, stroking Rin's head.
"Rin," she said. Kagome smiled.
"Well, Rin, it is nice to meet you. You don't look too good. How are you feeling?" She asked. Rin sighed and closed her eyes.
"Everything hurts. Rin's hungry but Kaede won't let me eat because she says Rin will get sick and throw it up. All Rin can eat is soup and crackers." Rin said sadly. Kagome smiled.
"Well, it seems yo just caught the flu and the stomach bug. I know it stinks right now, but in a few days, you'll be feeling so much better." Kagome said.
"Thank you, Ms. Kagome." Rin said. Kagome smiled.
"No problem. Now, I'll be right back. I can get you some medicine and tea. How does that sound?" She asked.
"Good," Rin said and closed her eyes once again. Kagome smiled and stood up before looking at the two other adults.
"You two go get tea and medicine, I'll keep an eye on Rin," Kaede said and sat on the other end of the bed. Kagome nodded and followed Sesshomaru out. They walked to the kitchen in silence until Sesshomaru spoke out.
"Why are you doing this?" He asked. Kagome looked at him.
"Doing what?"
"Helping Rin...helping me." He said. Kagome shrugged.
"I guess I understand you." She said. He made a disbelieving grunt and Kagome laughed.
"No, I'm serious. You need a mask of steal with what you do for a living and sometimes it is hard to take it off and let people in. I'm just glad Rin is one of those you find close. In some ways, I admire you," she said as sh turned on the burner for water. Sesshomaru let out a chuckle. Kagome looked at him.
"What?"
"Nothing; you just remind me of someone I met. She seemed to have a hidden intelligence as well." He said. Kagome looked a him.
"Hidden?"
"It is a compliment, relax." He chuckled. Kagome smiled.
"So what's her name?" She asked. He smirked.
"I am unsure." He admitted. "I met her at a ball and knew almost instantly that she was someone i would enjoy spending my days with but as perfect as she was, she was also a trickster and I left without a name. I have been trying to find her ever since. Inuyasha and your roommate both know her name. I would be stupid to assume you dont." He said. Kagome looked at him.
"I do," she sighed. "But she is...worried you wont like who she is. I mean, look at you, your the sheer image of perfect. She is a simple commoner while your a king." She said. Sesshomaru walked toward her. Kagome backed up until her back was pressed against the counter. Slowly, he leaned down and looked her dead in the eyes as their noses touched. Kagome wanted to kiss him so desperately but would wait to see if he'll make the first move.
"You know," he started and placed a clawed hand on the back of Kagome's hand. "A king can't be king without a queen." He said and reached behind her to grab the tea bag on the counter. Smirking as Kagome gathered herself and turned the burner off after the water was boiling. "Tell her I'd like to meet with her again. Tomorrow night at Sakura Peddle. Tell her I do not require a name. Simply a face and some company." He said. Kagome watched him pour the hot water into a cup and place the tea bag inside. Sighing, she looked at him.
"What if you already know her name?" She asked. Sesshomaru looked at her.
"Impossible. I would know the second I lay eyes on her." He said. Kagome smiled.
"Wanna bet?" She asked and grabbed the medicine and tea and walked out of the kitchen. Sesshomaru stood there and stared at her retracting figure.
"Kaede!" A loud voice came form the hallway as Kagome re entered the room Kaede and Rin were in.
"Kaede!" The voice sounded again, this time closer. Kagome could barely let out a chuckle as a giant fur ball flew into the room and onto Kaede's shoulder.
"Kaede, is it true? Is Kags here?" The boy asked.
"Look for ye self, Shippo." Kaede said, pointing to Kagome who opened her arms.
"Mama!" Shippo screamed and launched himself into Kagome's arms. Kagome giggled and hugged Shippo back.
"Shippo! I haven't seen you in weeks. How are ya?" She asked as she hugged Shippo excitedly.
"Awesome! I beat my high score on Mario and your high score on Brawl!" He said. Kagome mock gasped.
"Well I guess I just need to come over soon to beat you again." She said. Shippo laughed and looked at her.
"As if you could." He said confidently. Kagome smiled at him.
"Tell you what, how about you go watch a movie or play some video games for a bit 'cause I need to help Rin and later in the week, I'll call Kaede and come over." She siad. Shippo smiled and nodded before running off.
Once Shippo was gone, Kagome turned back to Kaede who moved to sit next to Rin. She was asleep and covered in blankets.
"Here," she said and touched Rin's forehead with her finger as a blast of cool energy flowed into Rin. Her forehead glowed for a few seconds before it turned back to it's pale color. Rin's body stopped sweating a few minutes later and her tight grip on the blankets, loosened significantly.
"It might not help with the stomachaches but that should keep her fever down." Kagome said as she stood up.
"Thank you, Kagome. I can see you've been practicing." Kaede said. Kagome smiled and looked down.
"I don't really like to. I can't handle the energy sometimes and loose control." Kagome said. Kaede smiled. "At least ye are keeping track of what you can do." She said. Kagome smiled and nodded.
"Are you ready?" A voice came from the door. Sesshomaru stood there, his blazer in hand and white shirt unbuttoned a tad with the sleeves rolled up.
"Y-Yeah," Kagome stuttered, finding Sesshomaru looked especially handsome at that moment. She watched as he turned to Kaede.
"Thank you for calling. Next time, please alert me directly. Kagura and I are no longer together." He said. "There is still soup on the stove with fresh bread. Please help yourself." He said. Kagome looked at him. When did he make soup and bread?
"Thank you, Sesshomaru. And I apologize. Right when I heard Kagura's reaction, I figured it's been a while since she heard of you or Rin." She said. Sesshomaru shook his head.
"It's fine." He said.
After ten minutes, Kagome and Sesshomaru made their way to Sesshomaru's car and got in. Silence filled until Sesshomaru cleared his throat.
"How do you know Kaede?" He asked. Kagome looked at him.
"She is a close family friend. Shippo, her adoptive son, used to attend a day care I used to work part time in during my high school years. His parents died in a car crash and I took him in for a few weeks until Kaede adopted him. I visit him a lot but it was mainly at my house. I never knew of Rin." She said. Sesshomaru nodded and backed out of the drive way.
"Uh, Sesshomaru?" Kagome asked after a few seconds of silence.
"Hn?"
"Do you, uh, mind telling me what happened between you and Kagura?" She asked. Sesshomaru stayed quiet for a bit, turning left and a sharp right before glancing at her from the drivers seat.
"Are you hungry?" He asked. Kagome looked at him. 'Maybe it is too soon,' she thought and was about to shake her head but her stomach rumbled, causing Sesshomaru to chuckle.
"I know a diner around the block. Dinner was somewhat interrupted and you might want to sit down if I'm about to tell you of my life." He said and sped up. Kagome glanced up at him.
"If you don't want to, you don't need-" "I want to." He cut her off. "I can't explain it, Kagome, but when I am with you, all of my troubles go away. I appreciate your company. More than I should." He said the last part to himself. Kagome smiled up at him.
"Don't get all mushy on me, big guy." Kagome giggled. "But thanks." She whispered. "For being so kind and honest with me."
Kagome suddenly felt beyond guilty for being such a hypocrite.
Next chapter, I am hoping to get to the mushy stuff. Hopefully everything will play out how I picture it, but you never know...
***Also, I took it down for a bit cuz people were making some good points on how it goes down and i am not entirely happy with it so I am gonna re write it. Should be up by the end of the day.***
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~Lizzy