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With Sesshomarus assistance Rin adorned a more comfortable dressing gown than the one she had had on previously. Rin brushed out his long hair that had become tangled in the middle and ends during their tryst. Tying it back she fixed his collar on his shirt and buttoned his vest.
"I believe we are presentable enough to meet with Lord Tomoya." She said with a small smile.
"Agreed." Sesshomaru affirmed.
"He was supposed to be gone for another two days on his hunting expedition. Someone must have sent word that you had arrived." Rin sighed out.
"It is best to get this meeting over with sooner than later." Sesshomaru said.
"Yes, I know you are right my lord." Nodding Rin smoothed down her skirt and looked up at him with an expression of anticipation. "Shall we?"
"Yes." Opening the door for her she exited the room with Sesshomaru following protectively behind her. Walking through the corridors she led him to Tomoyas study.
Knocking on the door he beckoned her to come in. Taking a steadying inhale of air she opened the door. Glancing back at Sesshomaru as he went in behind her she walked over to where Tomoya stood by the window.
"Welcome home husband." Rin greeted, the awkwardness of it all weighing heavy on her shoulders. Turning he gave a warm grin.
"Thank you wife. Lord Sesshomaru, I regret not being present when you arrived. I do hope you accept my apology for my tardiness." Tomoya greeted them both.
"No need. Your responsibilities called you elsewhere, as is the way of life of one with a title attached to their name." Sesshomaru replied.
"Quite true." Placing his hands behind his back Tomoya held a mischievous smirk on his face. "Which leads me to question why a lord would be able to leave his territory and follow a woman to her martial home?"
Pursing her lips Rin placed her hands over her front holding them tightly together nervously.
"My father is still very much a ruler of his territory allowing this Sesshomaru some freedom. I will from time to time have to return to address matters." Sesshomaru said.
"Of course. Forgive me as I am quite curious as to what territory you are lord of, no one seems to have heard of you." Tomoya continued.
"That is of little importance. My title has little to do with my position to protect Lady Rin." Sesshomaru stated.
"I do find it of great importance as disputes or conflicts you may involve yourself in could negatively affect my house, my own people." Tomoya responded his smirk dropping as he eyed Sesshomaru carefully.
"My people have no interest in yours." Sesshomaru narrowed his own eyes slightly.
"I can tell you are a man of great pride and integrity Lord Sesshomaru, I take your word as your bond."
"Yes."
"Good." Tomoya resumed his previous smirking expression. "As to the next order of business; I told both of you already that I don't mind a relationship between either of you so long as it is not obvious and flaunted throughout the household. Keep it under the guise of Lord Sesshomaru being your personal guard, Lady Rin."
"It is no guise. This one will protect Lady Rin regardless of the threat." Sesshomaru answered.
"Of that I have no doubt however she is my wife and she has duties and responsibilities towards the longevity of the house she has married in to." Tomoya explained.
"My lord," Rin said, "I am well aware of my vows to you and your territory. Trust me when I say I will not neglect any."
"I know you won't wife." Tomoya turned his attention towards her. "That is why I know you will not hold this request against me."
"Request?" Rin questioned. Nodding before continuing Tomoya became straight faced once again.
"Until you are with my child I would not appreciate a physical relationship between the two of you." Tomoya stated seriously.
"Of course." Rin assured with a nod. "You have my word."
"Lord Sesshomaru, will this be a problem?" Tomoya asked his eyes falling back on him.
"No." Sesshomaru replied tersely.
"Excellent." Tomoya seemed to conclude. "There are a few matters that I need to tend to then I would very much appreciate it if you would join us for supper Lord Sesshomaru."
"Fine." Sesshomaru accepted.
"Thank you Tomoya." Rin breathed out finally.
"You're welcome Rin." He exchanged.
"If you will excuse Lord Sesshomaru and I, I believe it would be wise to show him around the estate some more so he is better acquainted with the manor and grounds."
"This is a good idea. Please do not be late to the dining room."
"We will be on time, early even." Rin smiled softly at him before turning to leave with Sesshomaru behind her.
Breathing relief as they left the room she felt Sesshomarus anger seething off of him and knew it had taken everything in him to remain cordial. "Thank you Lord Sesshomaru, for humoring Tomoya."
"Rin, come." He said simply walking past her.
"Oh, yes my lord." Rin nodded following behind him now. Walking causally as not to raise any suspicion from servants and guards who walked the corridors Sesshomaru led her outside.
Crossing the grounds to the back of the mansion and the small inlet where they had first rendezvous'd when Rin came to the west. Kneeling down Sesshomaru lowered his hand to the surface of the water splashing at it lightly.
Rin watched enraptured and curious as to what he may be doing when bubbles began to form on the surface and a figure emerged with its head breaking.
"Lord Sesshomaru, you called?" The creature asked. Kneeling down beside Sesshomaru Rin stared at the thing with a shrill voice.
"Jaken, you will transform Lady Rin and myself." Sesshomaru ordered. Glancing at him Rin felt giddy and nervous.
"He will?" She questioned. Turning to her he gave a slight nod.
"You did say that my mother requested my presence." He replied.
"Yes, I did but I don't believe she will be expecting me as well, my lord." Rin countered.
"Do you not wish to accompany me?" Sesshomaru queried back feeling disheartened that she may not want to go with him, hiding it behind his impassiveness.
"It is not that Lord Sesshomaru, I was not expecting to go so soon. We did agree to Tomoya that we would not be late for our meal." Rin said.
"Rin, I will not force you if that is not what you wish. I will tell you this, the transformation is painful." He explained.
"I…I do want to come with you to your territory. You have undergone it for me and I will endure it as well, for you." Rin resolved setting her features.
"Very well." Sesshomaru turned his attention back to Jaken giving the go ahead. Removing his clothing he covered the outfit with long grass that grew nearby to hide them from plain sight.
Slipping in to the water he held his hand out to Rin. Taking a breath she removed the shoes and stockings she had on choosing to keep the dressing gown on, she didn't want to go to his mother dressed inappropriately or in nothing at all.
Taking Sesshomarus hand she stepped down to the outcropping of rock that formed the small ledge. Sitting down Sesshomaru held her hand moving somewhat to the side.
"I am ready master Jaken." Rin said.
"Master? Jaken?" Jaken asked as if he hadn't heard her right? "Oh ho, ho! Yes my lady!" Invigorated to receive respect he submerged himself under the water swinging his staff around him.
The water swirled in a whirlpool around them as the staff created a glowing aura that quickly spread with in the vortex it had made. Rin brought her gaze to Sesshomaru squeezing his hand.
"It is alright Rin." He assured. Nodding she was overtaken by a pain in her feet, legs, and hips. Biting down hard on her lip to keep from crying out she held onto Sesshomarus hand tightly.
Her bones felt as if they were breaking and being forced together. Her skin was on fire, burning from the inside out.
"Lord…Sesshomaru…" She whispered out.
"Almost done." Sesshomaru managed out, his own voice strained with pain. Suddenly it was over and Rin bent herself over breathing heavily.
Opening her eyes one at a time she saw that her legs were gone. Staring at her lower half she placed a hand down to herself running her palm down silky smooth scales. Bringing her tail up she took in the many colors that made up her appendage; blue, purple, silver, and pink that created a swirling pattern to the transparent fin at the end that was gold.
"Oh wow." She breathed out. "I am so many different colors." Giggling she looked back at Sesshomaru who adorned his markings and pointed ears once again. Moving her hand to her own head she felt the small pointed ends of her ears.
Smiling widely she widened her eyes pointing at them. "Have my eyes changed?"
"Yes, they are violet." Sesshomaru responded taking her in. "Your hair is the same color but has taken on some red streaks in it."
Taking a strand between his fingers to show her she poked at her sharp teeth with long claws that were also gold. "You are stunning."
Smiling even wider Rin wrapped her arms around him happily.
"Do you really think so Lord Sesshomaru?"
Lowering her to the water he held her to him.
"Absolutely." He replied with no room for argument in his tone. "Now, lets go."
"Yes my lord." Rin said excitedly. Taking her hand he submerged pulling her down with him. Instinctively Rin held her breath and closed her eyes. Feeling his hand on her cheek prompted her to crack her lids.
"Breathe Rin, breathe." Sesshomaru said without speaking. Rin opened her mouth to talk but only bubbles flew around her. Feeling an odd sensation at her neck she brought her fingers to it feeling a small bubble inflate and deflate as she inhaled. "Speak with your mind."
Blinking at him a few times she nodded her head causing her hair to fly around them. Swiping at it annoyed she pressed her lips to a thin line, concentrating on communicating with him.
"LIKE THIS?" Her voice shouted out to him forcing him to flinch at the suddenness of it.
"Yes but quieter." He encouraged smirking at her. Embarrassed she tried again.
"How is this?" She whispered now sheepishly.
"We'll work on it." Sesshomaru finally said. Sinking down to the bottom of the pool Rin looked up at the surface amazed at how the sunlight reached down in sparkling rays. "This way."
Looking to where Sesshomaru was pointing he let go of her hand and swam through an enclosure.
"Right." Rin said to herself only to not move. Looking back at her tail she swished it around a few times sending her in a half spin. "No, come on now."
Turning herself around she tried again only to end up upside down and bumping her head on the floor. "Ouch." Rubbing at the spot she used her hands to drag herself forward, grabbing onto the rock and entering the space.
It was too tight to turn around in and Rin saw that Sesshomaru had stopped to make sure she was following him however there was no turning back if she were to become stuck.
"Are you alright?" Sesshomaru asked concerned.
"Yes my lord." Rin said. "I am having some trouble to get my bearings."
"Grab on to the end of my tail and hold on."
"Alright." Gripping the ends with her fingers she was grateful she wouldn't have to try and navigate the small space herself.
In a flash they were gliding gracefully through the narrow through way that would lead them to the open water. Rin swooned over how fast they went and felt the temperature change quickly.
As they emerged Rin had closed her eyes in an attempt to ward off the dizziness that had overtaken her.
"You can let go now." Sesshomaru said. Doing as she was told she looked at him before staring at their surroundings. She saw the outcropping of land where it dropped off to deeper water and below them were the whitest and most smooth rocks she had ever seen.
Pushing herself downward she took up a handful and ran her fingers over them. Holding one up she saw small flecks of gold in them and she smiled to herself.
"Lord Sesshomaru, look at these!" She enthused her voice louder again in his mind. Going down to her he took her in, thoroughly amused.
"They are just rocks, Rin." He commented.
"Yes but they are shiny rocks." She replied. Taking her handful she put them in the small pocket of her dress.
"If you are impressed by the rocks then you will be amazed at what else I have to show you." He stated. "First we need to teach you how to swim."
"That would be helpful." Rin admitted. "You walk so well for someone who only just learned, how did you learn so fast my lord?"
"Izayoi assisted me. Aside from that I have always been a fast learner."
"Then I will do my best to be a great swimmer so I can keep up with you Lord Sesshomaru."
"Good." Sesshomaru smiled at the eagerness of his mate to be by his side. "In order to move forward you have to use your entire body in unison."
Backing away from her he demonstrated as he arched his back and tail slightly in opposite directions and moved his arms through the water in a semicircle at the top of his head, to his sides and back again.
Rin turned in circles using her arms as he swam around her. Stopping she placed her hands together and did as he had done. Slowly she began to pull herself forward.
"Is this right?" Rin asked feeling odd and clumsy.
"More or less." Going to her he gripped her around her waist. "Put your shoulders back some more and angle your lower back downwards. Your tail should be arched up."
"Okay." As he let go she forced her body to the proper positions and found herself gliding through with better ease.
"Very good Rin." Sesshomaru said pleased with her. "To go backwards do the opposite of what you are doing now."
"That makes sense." Rin giggled out stopping herself. After going in one direction she had trouble at first making her tail do the opposite and she ended up turning in a circle again. "This is frustrating."
"We will work on that as well. For now I want to bring you somewhere before we go to my fathers grotto." Holding out his hand to Rin she nodded.
"Alright Lord Sesshomaru." Placing her hand in his she was grateful he went more slowly as they swam alongside one another. Rin turned her head in different directions taking in her surroundings.
It was an entirely different world below the surface with its own unique landscape of beauty and aquatic creatures she had never seen before. Her eyes kept drifting upwards to the surface and she was amazed at how the sun reflected off it it.
The deeper they dove the darker it became yet her eyes adjusted making her able to see everything as if it were basked in light. Clearing a rock crevice they arrived to a field of grass that swayed in the current, waving back and forth.
The grasses formed what she could only describe as being a forest as they towered over them and were so densely packed together it seemed as if there were no end them.
"This is so unique and beautiful." Rin admired as she ran her hand along a few.
"I have always liked it here. It has provided me a place for solitude when I have needed it." Sesshomaru said as they stopped to admire their surroundings. "At the top towards the surface there are free floating flowers that can be quite lovely."
"Oh, I would like to see those." Rin gushed. Letting go of her hand Sesshomaru looked above him before spotting one.
"Wait here." Swimming upwards she watched as he navigated through the lush grass and went out of her view. Turning herself to face the ground she ran her hand along the soft moss that grew on the rocks that scattered some small crabs away do their hiding spot.
"Oh, sorry." She giggled out. "I didn't mean to alarm you." Picking one up she inspected it and smiled to herself. "This is all very new to me." Putting it back down she felt Sesshomaru hovering above her.
In his hand he held a yellow bloom with orange tinging towards its center. "How pretty." Running her fingers along the delicate petals she took it from him to weave into her hair to sit behind her ear. "How does it look?"
"It suits you." He complimented. Taking her hands in his he pulled her closer to him in an embrace. "Perfectly."
Wrapping her arms around him she rested her head against his chest.
"Thank you for bringing me here. I love it." Rin expressed softly.
"There are many more places like this that I cannot wait to share with you." Running his hands along the small of her back Rin cuddled against him contently.
His fingers trailed along her waist where her tail met her torso and felt more sensitive. When she shuddered slightly he stopped.
"Are you cold?"
"No. That feels good." Rin smiled up at him reaching a hand up to trace the markings on his cheek. Pulling him down to her slightly she caught his lips in a kiss.
The water around them created an odd barrier of sorts and she exhaled creating bubbles to form between them. Laughing at herself Sesshomaru smirked at her mirth.
His lips trailed down to the side of her neck as he ran his tongue down her skin. Gripping his shoulders she tossed her head back feeling her heart speed up.
"Turn around." Sesshomaru growled out assisting her to do so. "Rin, let me have you again."
"Didn't we say to Tomoya that we wouldn't?"
"That is null and void." Placing his hands over her stomach he pulled her flush to him. "As you are carrying mine."
"Yes, you're right." Rin blushed. "How do we? I don't know where on my body is the right spot." Looking down to her tail she was at a loss.
"Wrap your tail around mine." Still with her eyes on her lower half she hooked her tail with his and twisted it around.
"Like this?" Rin asked for assurance.
"Yes, that's perfect." Nipping at her ear Rin felt his erection on her backside. Adjusting himself slightly she felt him slide in her.
"Oh." Rin sighed out with her mouth, her word lost as more bubbles came out instead. Wrapping her arms around the back of his neck to steady herself she felt awkward.
The weightlessness she was experiencing made her feel as if she would float away as it was and in such a position she had no sense of any type of bearing.
Closing her eyes she focused on Sesshomaru wrapped around her entire body as he began to move inside of her, still with that barrier between them. The rush of water against her as he thrusted was distracting and she had a difficult time focusing on their love making.
The sensations were different and while it did feel good it wasn't the same as having her natural form rubbed and teased. Sesshomarus hand wandered under her dress that floated freely around them to fondle her breasts which brought tingles to her.
"Lord Sesshomaru." Tilting her head towards him she pressed her lips to his biting at his lower one gently, rolling it between her teeth.
"Yes Rin." Licking at her lips he held her in place to him as he ran his hand along the front of her tail. "I know it isn't what you're used to, I understand…you're amazing."
"I love you and I want to be with you in all ways." Rin expressed. The bond they shared intensified as she felt his heart swell with love and pride; love for her and pride to have her, as well as the heat from his aroused state.
It made her hot from the bottom of her fin all the way to her head. Her climax came quickly and forced her tail to tighten around Sesshomarus as she clenched down. "Yes! Yes!"
Until that moment Rin had been mostly still but now ground herself against him forcing him inside of her more deeply until he couldn't move in her with how tight she had become.
"Rin." Her name was ground out and guttural coming from him as he stilled against her reaching his own orgasm. Relaxing against her Rin attempted to untangle herself from him to find she couldn't move her tail.
Unwrapping her arms from him she stared down at herself willing her body to move, still it remained immobile.
"Um, Lord Sesshomaru? I think I'm stuck."
"Relax, give yourself time. It's normal." He assured after a few moments to collect himself.
"Alright." Becoming lax in his arms she placed her head against his chest refocusing on the sea grass they were in. In some time her tail followed her instruction and she sighed relief as it unfurled on its own. "That was odd."
"It is to ensure a successful mating. When I learned of such things I was told it was the only way for a female to become pregnant, if a male fails to satisfy his mate in such a way then she would not accept his seed." Sesshomaru said.
"Well, that isn't correct." Rin giggled out turning to face him.
"Apparently not, still I am glad I was able to please you." His tone inflecting his satisfaction he had been able to bring her to orgasm.
"It is different from what I have become accustomed to but not bad. Besides, it's with you and that is what I want." Pushing some of his stray hair behind his ear he took her hand kissing at her fingertips.
"We should be going. My mothers meetings are rarely short and we have a later engagement."
"Yes." Nodding her head in agreement she wrapped her fingers around his hand as he navigated them away from the kelp forest in to more open water.
The rocks became larger giving way to caverns that went further underground.
"Does anyone live in these?" Rin questioned not wanting to be rude by staring at someone's home.
"Yes. Mermen and mermaids whom live in our territory. Many are not in their domiciles at this time of day." Sesshomaru replied. "They have many different jobs to provide for themselves and their families. At nighttime this area lights up with algae which is why many chose to settle here. It is fertile and they are quite prosperous."
"It also means they have a good lord to protect them." Rin suggested.
"Yes well, that would be my father. He has ruled these waters for centuries." Sesshomaru responded. "I have mediocre responsibilities that most of the time hold no interest for me."
"Why is that?" Rin wondered.
"I don't wish to rule. My desires have never held me here, trapped and forced to protect others." Sesshomaru informed.
"Rin!" They both turned to see Inuyasha barreling towards them at full force. Being caught off guard he crashed into Rin head butting her in her side.
"Ooph!" She exhaled with the fear of having the wind knocked out of her but had no sensation of it. "Inuyasha. Hello."
"Hi Rin! I'm so happy to see you here! You're a mermaid now, are you going to live with us?" He questioned excitedly.
"Inuyasha." Sesshomaru hissed out prying him off of Rin. "Watch where you're going!"
"But I haven't seen Rin in a long time! You get to see her a lot more." He fussed trying to get out of Sesshomarus hold.
"We have business to attend to, stay out of my way." Sesshomaru tossed his younger brother aside much to Rins surprise.
"Lord Sesshomaru, that isn't nice…to treat your brother in such a way." Going to Inuyasha to check on him he eyed his brother as if in warning. "Are you alright Inuyasha?"
"Yeah." He mumbled. "You're just a jerk Sesshomaru!" Pointing an accusing finger at him Inuyasha swam away.
"You should be kinder to your little brother. He was excited to see us." Rin chastised.
"Half-brother." Sesshomaru corrected.
"What does that matter?" Rin countered appearing mildly cross with him. Practically rolling his eyes he cursed out Inuyasha to himself for ruining their good moods.
"I will apologize to him later."
"You better or may be upset with you." Rin half smirked at him. Seeing her expression put him at ease.
"It is not much further." Sesshomaru took her hand leading her towards a larger structure that she surmised was his own mansion or
rather grotto, from what he had told her.
Entering inside he led her down halls and corridors that glowed with a soft green light. Other mermen stood in place as guards not paying her much mind but properly addressing Sesshomaru.
Coming to an opening Sesshomaru hesitated. "My mothers throne room." He said.
"Everything will be just fine." Rin assured. "Who knows, perhaps she will be happy to see us together."
"Perhaps." Sesshomaru said warily leading Rin inside.
