Disclaimer- I do not own Inuyasha or the characters.
Author's Note- Sorry for the looooooooooong wait. My interest in this story wavered all over the place. I relooked over it and realized that I'm not exactly fond of it. It certainly didn't turn out the way I had originally imagined. I think there's about three chapters left. After this I might continue my other story. Whether I do or don't I'm got three more Rin/Sess stories in the works. On to the story. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. OMG! I was just about to post this and realized the date. Dec. 23rd. It's been exactly one year since I last updated this. And I can honestly say that I didn't plan it this way. I really need to work on my updating.

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Sesshomaru stared at the fool in front of him and wondered why it was against the law to kill someone. Especially if it would rid the world of loud mouthed imbeciles. Of all the days for Inuyasha to drop by his office, why did it have to be one of the days he was still sporting a black eye? It was bad enough that he had people stopping and staring as he walked through the building to his office. But to have to look at the shocked and highly amused face of Inuyasha then hear the idiots laughter was enough to make Sesshomaru homicidal.

I will not kill him. I will not kill him. I will not kill him.

"Inuyasha, it's not nice to tease your brother. I feel so bad for hitting him." Rin said.

Ha! Seeing the look on Inuyasha's face at Rin sticking up for him was worth listening to the taunts. Unfortunately, Sesshomaru's vindication over her concern was short lived as he heard her snicker. He turned slightly and glared at her. She pretended to cough to cover up her laughter and then mouthed that she was sorry.

"What do you want Inuyasha?"

"I came looking for Rin but since I'm here you can sign these."

He handed Sesshomaru some papers and then looked at Rin.

"I called you yesterday but you didn't answer."

"I went with Sesshomaru."

"I heard."

"What did you need me for?"

"You have a fitting with the seamstress. And Sesshomaru has to pick up his tux."

Even though she didn't want to be, Inuyasha and Kagome were still adamant that Rin be best man.

"When's the appointment?"

"Today at one thirty."

"Okay. That still gives me time to work." she said. "Can you two play nice while I work?"

"Inuyasha's leaving." Sesshomaru said.

"Not until you sign those papers."

Rin just shook her head, put her headphones on and went over to work on the mural. Inuyasha looked at Sesshomaru and grinned wickedly.

"So, tell me how the high and mighty Sesshomaru wasn't able to duck a punch from little Rin?"

Inuyasha frowned slightly when Sesshomaru didn't respond in any way. Inuyasha looked at him and realized that he wasn't paying attention to him or the papers he was supposed to be signing. Annoying him wasn't fun if he was distracted. What in the hell could be so interesting to capture the ice bastard's attention? There wasn't anything over that way except... All thoughts fled from Inuyasha's mind as he followed the direction of Sesshomaru's gaze. No way. It couldn't be. Inuyasha was seeing things that wasn't there. It just couldn't. Could it? He studied Sesshomaru for a few seconds. He wasn't seeing things. Sesshomaru was looking at Rin and he was barely concealing his feelings. HOLY SHIT! The frigid ass had fallen for Rin. Inuyasha couldn't contain his laughter over the situation. Sesshomaru turned to him and gave him his iciest glare.

"Enough about the eye."

"That's not what I'm laughing about." Inuyasha said with a huge grin. "You have it bad."

"What are you talking about now?"

"Nothing."

"That smug smile tells me otherwise."

Inuyasha didn't respond because his mind suddenly started to work overtime. Pieces of a puzzle that he hadn't realized he was looking at slowly shifted in place. Sesshomaru and Rin. Rin and Sesshomaru. It was weird to think about them together but it seemed to fit perfectly. It was sort of cute. Inuyasha turned to look at Rin. He didn't have any proof that she had feelings for Sesshomaru but something told him that she did. Sesshomaru quickly signed the papers and handed them to Inuyasha.

"You can leave now."

"The mural is looking awesome don't you think?" Inuyasha asked.

Sesshomaru looked at him suspiciously.

"Yes." he answered.

"Do you know that Rin has done a few murals before? Bigger, more intricate murals?"

"So?"

"Just wondering why she's working so slowly. I mean, it's never taken her this long before."

Go from there Sesshomaru, Inuyasha thought as he turned and walked out the door. That's my good deed for today. They'd better name their first born after me. Sesshomaru stared after Inuyasha. Exactly what was he trying to imply? It couldn't be what he thought he was. That maybe Rin had feelings for him. But then who would know better than Inuyasha. Sesshomaru returned his gaze to Rin. Could it be possible? Feeling someone looking at her, Rin turned and faced him. She pushed the headphones off one of her ears.

"Did you want me for something?"

"No."

"Okay."

Rin readjusted the headphones and went back to work. A few seconds later, Sesshomaru returned to his.

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"Damn it, the dress is nice. I was more than ready to hate it." she mumbled to herself.

Rin was at the dress shop looking in the mirror at herself in her dress. Kagome had picked it out for her and it was the first time Rin had seen it. She was sure that it would be horrible but she actually liked it. It was even something she would've picked out for herself.

"Kagome chose well."

She looked over her shoulder at Sesshomaru.

"She really did." Rin agreed.

She turned slightly to look at the dress from the side. Even the fit was good. It was only going to need a few alterations.

"You two really look good together."

Both Sesshomaru and Rin turned to face the seamstress.

"I've worked here for a long time and I have to say that no one puts out we belong together vibes stronger than you two. Can I get a picture of you two for our wall?" she asked pointing to a wall with pictures of couples.

Sesshomaru started to say no but Rin stopped him by grabbing his arm.

"Of course we'll take the picture."

The clerk went into the back to get the camera. Sesshomaru looked at Rin for an explanation and she smiled.

"'You two really look good together.'" she said imitating the clerk. "I hated to break her heart and tell her that "vibes" were wrong. Besides, it's not hurting anyone. Just smile pretty for the camera Sess."

The clerk came back and took the picture.

"Thank you for the picture. The alterations shouldn't take more than forty-five minutes. You can wait for it or have it delivered."

"I'll come back for it."

Rin slipped back on her shoes and walked over to Sesshomaru, who had gone back to looking through shirts.

"I'm done for now. While I'm waiting, I'm going to get something to eat."

She pointed to a fast food place across the street and he nodded his head.

"I'll come over there when I'm finished." he said.

"Okay."

Rin left and went across the street. There weren't many people inside so she didn't have to wait long to place her order. She ordered herself a bacon cheeseburger, fries and shake. She got her order and went to sit down. A few minutes later, Sesshomaru came in and sat down.

"Should I have ordered something for you?" she asked.

"No."

"Do you even eat fast food?"

"Yes. It's easy to get when I'm busy."

"Honestly, I didn't see you eating in places like this. But since living with you, I've found myself surprised at how different you really are."

"Thank you, I think."

"Anyway, I need to call in your promise to let me do a picture." she said and then grinned. "Or do you want to back out? I won't hold it against you."

"And never hear the end of it, no. When?"

"Tomorrow morning."

"So soon?"

"Yes, the art show is coming up and I have to submit my pictures a week before. So is tomorrow a go or not?"

"Yes."

"Good, tomorrow is all I need. I just hope you're not allergic to body paint." she mumbled as she took a bite of her hamburger.

"What did you say?"

"Nothing."

Sesshomaru looked at her but didn't say anything. He could've sworn that she said something about being allergic and paint.

"What do you want me to wear tomorrow?"

"Oh. Something really casual will be fine."

"So have you finally chosen art as a career?"

"I think so. Contrary to popular belief, I haven't been changing majors just because I bore easily. Everything that I've chosen so far has appealed to my artistic side. Interior design, decorating, architecture, cooking."

"Cooking?"

"Come on, have you seen some of those plate presentations? Some of them are more intricate than my paintings."

He nodded his head in agreement.

"So what about you? Have you always wanted to be Mr. Suit and Tie?"

"I always knew that I'd take over for my father."

"That's not what I asked. Come on, haven't you ever wanted to be a fireman or policeman or something like that?"

He knew that she wasn't going to let it go until he answered so he did.

"There was a time when I wanted to be a DA."

"District attorney? You know, I can see you as a lawyer."

"Not a lawyer, a DA." he clarified. "I was seven and didn't know what it was. I just liked the briefcase the guy carried."

"That is so cute. Mini Sessy wanted a briefcase."

"Well, that particular career goal didn't last. Not long after I visted my father's office and saw his huge office and secretary. From that point on that's what I wanted."

"It's because you saw that you'd get to be in charge isn't it?"

"Of course."

Rin and Sesshomaru sat and continued talking until it was time to pick up her dress. Afterwards she went back to his office while Sesshomaru went to some meeting outside of the office.
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Early the next morning, Rin was up setting her things out. She wanted the rising sun as her background. She had asked Sesshomaru and he had agreed to that time of the morning. In fact, he was in his room getting dressed.

"Where do you want me?" Sesshomaru asked walking into the room.

"Near the window. "

Rin watched him walk over to the window and tried not to stare too hard. How the hell did he make sweats and a t-shirt look so sexy? And black was definitely his color. What in the world was she thinking when she asked him to do this for her? Not only did she have to look at him looking like a fantasy come true, but she had to touch him. At that thought, a wicked smile spread across her face.

I get to touch him. Ooh, the life of an artist definitely has it's perks.

Rin made sure she had her things set up before she went over and put Sesshomaru in the position she wanted him in. In the end she had him sitting on the floor with his back leaning against the window. One knee was drawn up to his chest while the other was stretched out in front of him. His head was resting on the raised knee with his head tilted up so he was looking at her. She ran her fingers through his hair to both mess it up and comb it back into a rough ponytail. She hoped he didn't notice that she lingered in his hair a little longer than necessary. Rin couldn't help herself. She loved the way his hair felt slipping through her fingers. Rin stepped back and looked at her work. Sesshomaru and the set up was absolutely perfect. And the fact that he didn't look like he'd normally sit that way made it even better.

"Are you comfortable?" she asked.

"I'm fine."

"Then let's start."

Rin went back to her chair and begun working. A little while after she started she realized a problem with having Sesshomaru in that position. He was able to watch her. Normally Rin didn't have a problem with her subjects looking at her. But there was something unnerving about having Sesshomaru's eyes on her. She blocked him out as best as she could and soon she sat her pencil down.

"I'm done." Rin finally said. "I can do the rest without you."

Sesshomaru got up and stretched slightly.

"I know sitting for so long makes you stiff so if you want, I can give you a massage."

He looked at her for a second and shook his head no.

"There's a few things that need my attention at work."

"Ok."

Sesshomaru went to his bedroom and changed into a suit. He said goodbye to Rin, who was still working on the picture, on his way out the door. Truthfully, there wasn't anything that needed his immediate attention at work. He just didn't want to be around Rin for awhile. He needed to figure out what he was doing with her. Was he going to pursue her or let it go? Or would he just let things play out and see where it took him? For the first time in his life Sesshomaru wanted something that he wasn't sure he could have. Although, if he believed what Inuyasha had implied he could. But could he really trust Inuyasha's observations. This is the same person who hadn't noticed that Rin's been in love with him for years. And what about Rin's feelings for Inuyasha? Had they been real and faded or had he been right when he told her that she hadn't ever really loved him? Sesshomaru sighed and ran his hand through his hair. The more he thought about this, the more complicated it seemed to get. He mentally told himself that he wouldn't deal with anything Rin related for the rest of the day. This is why he concentrated on business. It was easier than dealing with feelings and relationships.

Rin returned Sesshomaru's goodbye and kept on working. Once he was out the door, she stopped what she was doing. She looked down at her drawing and sighed. It was only halfway done. She hadn't been able to concentrate with Sesshomaru looking at her. Rin didn't know why she was feeling so odd. She was feeling restless and nervous but couldn't put her finger on why.

"Just push it all to the side." she told herself. "You have a deadline and have to get this done before then."

She took a few deep breaths and worked on the drawing from memory. A few hours later, she was almost done. Needing a break, she went and printed the pictures from the hotel. Afterwards she decided to go give them to Sesshomaru instead of getting back to work. She walked into his office and laid the stack of pictures on his desk.

"These are from the hotel. I saved them on your computer at home."

"Hold onto them. We'll talk about your ideas when I get back."

"You were serious about listening to my ideas?"

"Yes."

"Wow, the great Sesshomaru is willing... wait a minute, you're leaving?"

"Yes. It's a last minute conference that I can't get out of."

"Have fun."

"You're welcome to come play secretary if you want."

He looked up at Rin. He wouldn't admit it, but he liked when Rin came with him last time.

"You just want me to go so I'll give you massages." she said jokingly.

She smiled at him but inside she was cursing her bad luck. She really, really, really(B) wanted to go but couldn't.

"I can't go. I'm supposed to meet with my advisor about my classes tomorrow."

"Okay."

"Next time?"

Please let there be a next time, she thought.

"Sure."

"When are you leaving?"

"Ten minutes." he said getting up to gather his things. "My plane should be ready now."

"Well, see you."

Rin gave him a half wave and then walked over to the mural. She stared at it for a few minutes. For some reason, she didn't feel like working on it today. Out of the corner of her eye, she noticed that Sesshomaru was about to walk out the door.

"Hey Sesshomaru."

He turned back to face her. Rin looked at him silently for a minute. She started to say something but stopped.

"Never mind. Have a safe trip."

"I should be back in three days. I'll see you then." he said and then left.

Rin let out a silent scream. She had thrown away a perfect chance to spent more time with him. She let out a small sigh.

"It's not the end of the world." she said to herself. "He'll be back in three days. That's not to long."

Unfortunately for Rin, three days turned into a week which then turned into two. She kept herself busy but she couldn't help but to miss Sesshomaru. And it wasn't just because she had feelings for him. Once you got past that "Grr, I'm the big bad Sesshomaru" facade, he was fun to be around. She had already known that he had that warped sense of humor but he knew lots of obscure things that Rin found interesting. Of course the best thing of all was finding out things about him that she hadn't known before. Before living with him she hadn't known about the cooking, the secert stash of ice cream and peanut butter cups, or the fact that when he did work in his bedroom late at night, he listened to infomercials. Rin shook her head slightly. This only continued to prove how bad she had it for him. She sat the ice cream she was eating down and picked up the phone. Two rings later, Sesshomaru picked up.

"Is something wrong Rin?"

For a second she wondered how he knew it was her but then she remembered that oh so wonderful invention called caller id.

"No, just a little bored. You sound funny. Where are you?"

"Walking down the hall to the meeting room."

"Oh. Sorry to disturb you then."

"You're not."

"I am. I'll see you when you get."

"I'll call you when I get back to the hotel tonight." Sesshomaru said.

It was good to hear Rin's voice and he didn't want to get off the phone. If this meeting hadn't already been pushed back two times, he would have cancelled it.

"Okay."

"Tonight at nine then."

Rin was about to hang up but was hit by a sudden impulse to do something crazy. It was now or never because she doubted she'd be able to do it if he was standing in front of her.

"Sesshomaru?"

"What?"

"Would you like to go out with me?"

There was a long silence and then a sigh.

"I'm not a replacement for Inuyasha."

"I know."

There was another brief moment of silence.

"Then yes I will go out with you."