AN: So, this whole 'story' is just a bunch of one-shots. The title of each will simply be a theme from each story. Some will be long (like 16 pages long) while others will be short. Ratings will be, in general, T or M. Most will be alternate universe and have nothing to do with each other, some will be related. I know I could post them each up separately but...eh, I'm just too lazy. Hope you all enjoy!

Music

There he was! His long silver hair drifting out behind him slightly as he made his way across the stage to the beautiful black and silver guitar resting near the tower of speakers. The dark, distressed jeans hugged his firm butt while a pyramid studded belt with a demon skull buckle secured them to his narrow hips. Steel-toed boots mostly hidden under the jeans covered his feet. Tonight he wore a simple white muscle shirt with red stains across the top, possibly representing blood, his thick biceps and forearms bare to everyone's gaze. Black leather cuffs were strapped to his wrist, the only accessories he ever wore while on stage aside from a necklace tucked under his shirt.

But it wasn't the amazing body that captured her, though it did help. No, it was his piercing amber gold eyes that stared out into the crowd emotionlessly. Those eyes were the first thing about him that she'd fallen for. Next was his voice, that deep, baritone that rumbled through her when he spoke. When he sang.

She was forever grateful for Kagome's obsession with InuYōkai and her best friend's insistence on dragging her to a concert. Because of Kag's gigantic crush on the lead singer, who also turned out to be her boyfriend, Rin was finally able to find her inspiration to play again. In the form of the lead guitarist, Sesshomaru Takahashi. Ever since she first saw him walk on stage and play she found herself embracing that long since hidden part of her being. The part she had believed died the moment she lost her family.

Now all she wanted to do was play and create, compose songs that she wanted to hear him sing. It had been ten years since she last touched a piano, last let her voice rise proudly to a melody. And she owed it all to the stoic man currently strapping on his guitar while the others took their places. Inuyasha standing before the front microphone with a bass in his hands, Miroku taking his place behind the keyboard, and Sango sitting behind the red drum set.

All sound around her faded, the screaming fans disappeared around her until all she heard, all she saw, was the silver haired man producing the music feet above her. Her brown gaze fixed on the mesmerizing movement of his fingers across the strings of the guitar. He was like some music god, one meant to be worshiped and she was willing to comply.

Then his distant gaze shifted, turning and locking on her captivated one. Her breath caught in her throat as warm brown met amber gold, time freezing for a moment. Something flashed in his eyes, something that had heat flashing through her entire body. The pounding of her heart increased, thumping loudly in time to the music.

"Rin!"

Kagome's voice sounding in her ear brought her from her own world, causing her to blink and break the connection. Sesshomaru looked away in the moment she blinked, staring back out at the crowd with a bored expression. The heat within her belly, however, did not dissipate with the broken eye contact. Rin blinked a few more times and turned to face her friend.

"Come on." Kagome called over the screaming and music, tugging on her arm. "The concert's almost over."

It was almost over! How long had she been staring at Sesshomaru? Apparently long enough for a multitude of songs to play without her noticing. Mutely she nodded and, after a quick glance back up at the guitarist, let Kagome pull her away. The two pushed their way through the crowd, holding hands so that they wouldn't be separated. Finally they broke through the sea of people and into the secluded area of the VIP backstage. The two flashed their badges, courtesy of Inuyasha, to the security guards before hurrying down the hallway. From out in the arena they could hear the band ending their last song.

"Finally." Kagome grinned at Rin, turning so she was walking down the hall backwards. "Their tour is over and I actually get to spend some time with my boyfriend."

"He did invite you along." Rin pointed out, shaking her head. "You could have spent as much time as you wanted with him and seen many sights."

"True, but that would mean quitting my job and being bored while he went to practice. I love working at the store, too many great cloths." Kagome shrugged, turning back around. "I love that man but not enough to be stuck in a tour bus with him for six months without a break. Not yet at least."

Rin could only smile at the blue eyed woman. She knew her best friend was madly in love with Inuyasha, just like he was in love with her. It was so adorable to watch them together…whenever they had the chance to be together. The sudden loud screaming told them the concert had ended. Next to her Kagome began to bounce anxiously, nibbling on her lower lip. She was desperate to see her boyfriend.

"Go." Rin chuckled, pusher her a little.

"You sure?" She looked back with concerned eyes.

"Yeah, go great your man. I'll find my way." Rin reassured her, hoping she was able to navigate her way to the band's rooms.

Kagome hesitated a moment before nodding and jogging off, hoping to get to the stage entrance before the band left the stage. Rin watched her friend run off, knowing she should follow but just couldn't bring herself to. The thought of being there and up close to Sesshomaru sent her heart into extreme overdrive. She feared she was going to have a heart attack at the age of twenty-four. Absently she reached up to touch the pendent hanging around her neck and sighed.

The sounds from the arena faded slightly, indicating that the band was backstage and the fans were leaving. Another sigh escaped her and she decided that she had stalled long enough and began to try to find her way. After about twenty minutes and a few turns she began to curse her directionally challenged mind. How many times did she have to get lost in the same building before she remembered her way?

Eventually she was able to find her way to the greeting area backstage. A grin was plastered on her face; she had found her way all by herself! Too bad it had taken her so long. From the sounds coming from the open stage doors she could tell that the fans were gone. Plus there were very few people wandering around the hall, most of them just security. The rest of the stage hands had most likely left for the night. After all, it was almost midnight.

"Rin!" A familiar female voice called out and the dark haired woman turned. Coming up behind her at a brisk walk was Sango, the drummer and one of her closest friends. "Were have you been? We were worried."

"Sorry, I got lost." Rin giggled nervously.

"Again?" The sigh from the browned haired woman was one of annoyance. "You should just carry a map around with you."

"Wouldn't help much." Rin chuckled with a shrug. "I'm just directionally challenged."

"I'll say. How many times have you been here and yet you still get lost?" Sango couldn't help but laugh at the younger woman's blush. "Anyways, I'm glad I found you. I was hoping we could hang out tomorrow; you, Kagome and I. I desperately need a girls' day out."

"Of course." Rin smiled brightly, fully understanding. Sango may be tomboy in many ways but she was still female. And after six months with her band members, especially her fiancé Miroku, she just needed time alone with her chick friends. "Just let me know when."

"I'll call you tomorrow morning." Sango returned her smile as her phone vibrated. Quickly she took it out and read the text she'd just gotten. Rolling her eyes she typed her response and pocketed the device. "Well, I gotta go. Miroku's waiting on me. Would you mind asking Kagome if she's up for tomorrow? I tried to ask but once Inuyasha saw her there was no chance for me to even say hello."

"Can you blame the guy?" Rin laughed.

"I suppose not but really! Does he have to practically jump her in the middle of the hallway?" Sango sighed and her phone went off again. A groan escaped her as she read her text. "Damn he's impatient."

"Better not keep Miroku waiting." Rin's grin was teasing as she shooed her friend. "I'll talk to Kagome."

"Thanks, she should be in Inuyasha's dressing room. Down the hall take a left then the second right and it's the third door on the right." The drummer pointed out then hugged the smaller woman. "I'll see ya tomorrow. Night."

"Good night Sango." Rin called as she watched the other woman run off.

Slightly shaking her head Rin began to follow the directions given to her. However, since the hallways were long and took some time to walk down them the info given to her faded slightly. So by the time she made the first right Rin had forgotten what door she was suppose to knock on. Biting her lower lip again she looked from one door to the other.

'Did she say third door on the left or second door on the right? Or maybe the third door on the right?' She thought as she looked at the doors. Eventually she sighed in defeat. 'I can't remember so I'll just have to knock on each door.'

She rapped on the first door she came to, the second on the right, but no one answered so she peaked inside. Nope, this room was empty. So she moved to the third door on the left and knocked. Again no answer so she tried the door knob. It was unlocked so she opened the door to peak her head in. This room was being used, judging be the suitcase off to one side and the messy bed in the corner. Thinking that this was the right room (judging by the messy bed that was Inuyasha's signature) Rin entered the room and waited, hoping that Kagome and Inuyasha would return soon.

It wasn't until she noticed the black and silver electric guitar resting on a stand next to the desk that she realized this was not Inuyasha's room. She was in Sesshomaru's! Heart pounding, Rin quickly turned to leave the room. She did not want to be caught in here when he returned. Too bad she ended up, in her hurry, tripping on the bed sheet that was partially across the floor. Her startled cry was muffled as she bit her lip, making a loud thump as her butt hit the floor.

Rin groaned, cheeks flaming as she slowly stood. Thank God no one had just witnessed that, she would have been horrified. Rubbing her sore bum she glared down at the sheet, mentally cursing it. She was too absorbed in her cursing rant that she didn't hear the bathroom door opening. Or notice the man walking into the room.

"Well this is a surprise." The smooth, deep baritone sounding behind her had her jumping with a squeak.

Rin spun around so fast her long hair whipped in front of her, momentarily blinding her. Her tinted face turned ten shades of red once she was able to fully see. Sesshomaru stood before her, leaning against the bathroom's doorframe in nothing…absolutely nothing…aside from a small white towel wrapped around his lean, narrow hips. That well shaped chest and stomach as well as those thick arms and legs that had haunted her dreams were fully bared to her gaze. Water drops slowly trailed down the smooth skin from his wet silver tresses. Her blush, if possible, darkened when she caught herself following a drop down to his lower abs.

Quickly she tore her eyes away from the forbidden view, covered by a measly towel, and up to meet a pair of amber gold eyes. Eyes that were usually distant and uncaring but now flashed with humor and…hunger? Lust maybe? Rin wasn't sure what that emotion was but it did nothing to cool the fire sparking in her lower belly. That oh so familiar ache started in her neither regions, adding to her embarrassment.

Sesshomaru smirked as the petite woman turned her head away from him, focusing on a spot on the wall while her face glowed. He knew she was embarrassed about being caught in his room and staring at his unclothed form and he couldn't help but tease her a bit. After all, the woman who'd been the focus of his tortuous dreams was currently standing before him in a form fitting halter under a short leather jacket, jean mini skirt, and sensible heeled boots that reached the middle of her calves. During

the concert she had tormented him with her tempting body and big brown eyes, so now it was his turn.

"You know," he practically purred as he slowly walked up to her. Well, more like prowled up to her. Much like a predator would its prey. "If you wanted to catch me in the shower all you had to do was ask."

Rin's mouth dropped and it took a lot to keep from laughing at her expression. She reminded him of a fish out of water, gasping for breath as her mouth opened and closed. Or perhaps a stunned mermaid would better suit her.

"I-I…" She tried to form a sentence but seemed unable to. This only caused him to actually laugh softly and smirk down at her when he stopped inches in front of her. Her pretty blush faded a little as she narrowed her eyes in anger at him. "You're a jerk! I wasn't trying to catch you in the shower."

"Sure you weren't…Rin." Her name came out as a seductive purr and he had to resist reaching up to capture a few strands of her long black hair that had escaped her pony-tail. Still he continued to smirk at her. "After all, you wouldn't be the first to try it."

She pursed her lips together, glaring at him. Her embarrassment long forgotten. "You are so arrogant, Sesshomaru. And for your information I was trying to find Inuyasha's dressing room."

Sudden anger dropped his smirk a couple of degrees but he forced it to remain while he beat back his jealousy. "And why were you looking for his room?"

"I have to meet Kagome. She's my ride home." Rin shrugged, once again looking away from him to focus on the blank wall.

"Then you're out of luck, woman." Sesshomaru shrugged and made his way back into the bathroom where his cloths were. If he stayed in the room with her, dress only in a towel, he feared what he might end up doing. He may desire his brother's girlfriend's best friend but he was not going to succumb to those desires…not yet at least. And not in such a public area.

"What do you mean?" Rin called to him from the main room.

"Inuyasha left with Kagome about twenty minutes ago." He called back, pulling on his favorite pair of jeans. "Said something about making up for lost time."

"You're kidding me!" Rin almost shouted, her voice heavy with anger. "I know it's been six months but, come on, couldn't they have waited until after they took me home?" A frustrated groan followed her comment. "Great, now I have to catch a cab. I just hope I have enough cash on me."

A frown creased Sesshomaru's brow as he entered the main room again, pulling his t-shirt on. He found that she had taken a seat on the messy bed, her head dropped in her hands. She looked absolutely tempting. But…did she really think her friend would leave her stranded and forced to find a ride back home?

"You shouldn't jump to conclusions." He spoke, moving to lean against the desk as he pulled on his shoes.

Rin's head lifted and she gave him a confused frown. "What?"

"Your friend asked me to drop you off. She said she didn't want you taking a cab." He shrugged.

"Oh…" she blinked at him in surprise. That she had not been expecting. "Well…thank you…I guess."

He raised an eyebrow and smirked. "You guess?"

"Well since you were asked…actually, knowing Kagome, you were demanded to take me home I give you an unsure thank you." Rin shrugged, a teasing smile curving her lips. "After all, we both know you'll do it but reluctantly."

"Hn." He couldn't come up with a suitable reply. Instead he snagged his guitar, gently placing it into the velvet lined hard case. After snapping the lids shut he tugged on his black leather jacket and lifted the case, turning to face Rin. "Let's go."

"Huh?" She blinked at him again before jumping to her feet with a darker blush. "Right, let's go."

Sesshomaru smirked as he watched her practically march to the door, the sway of her hips catching his eye. His fingers twitched slightly with the urge to reach out and grab those tempting curves. Too bad he had to beat down the desire as he followed her. The two walked in silence to the back lot parking area where his car was waiting. His precious silver Spyder. After putting his guitar in the trunk he held open the passenger door for her, taking a deep breath to take in her scent as she slid into the seat. Once he was situated behind the wheel and both were buckled in, he started the engine, it purring to life with the desire to get out on the road.

The comfortable silence persisted as he hit the nearly empty street, tearing down the asphalt with a sense of freedom. Rin grinned at the speed he always felt the need to drive at, thankful that she lived a good distance away. But there was a draw back to the speed…they arrived to her place too quickly. In what seemed like the blink of an eye he was pulling into the driveway of the small, quaint house and parking his car.

Once the car was in park and he turned the engine off she had her door open and was slowly pulling herself up and out of the low car. She didn't have to turn around to know he was following her, heading around to the trunk to grab his guitar. A small smile tugged at her lips as she unlocked her front door and he stepped up behind her, close enough she could feel his warm breath against her bare neck. It took everything within her to keep from shivering at the sensation and finish pushing the door open.

On shaking legs she entered her home, not bothering with the lights as she tossed her keys onto the hall tree. As she shrugged off her jacket she asked, "Do you want something to drink?"

His only response was the door slamming shut and locking, the gentle thump of the guitar case as it hit the floor, and her back slamming into the bare wall. She moaned as his mouth claimed hers roughly, her fingers instantly diving into his silver hair as she returned the kiss. The moment their bodies touch the dame broke, passion and desire consuming them…as it did every other time they met. Nothing else registered to either aside from the touch and taste and scent of the person with them.

Their hands roamed and groped, tugging to remove the offending clothing separating them. Before either new it Sesshomaru was pushing Rin back against the soft bed, both naked as the day they were born. Somehow they'd managed to remove their cloths and make it up the stairs to the bedroom without thought or separating. She couldn't help but giggle as they scooted back across the sheets to the pillows, his face buried in her neck as he sucked and nipped at her sensitive skin.

Sesshomaru growled in response to her amusement, he'd waited too long to have her to care about technicalities such as how they ended up where they were. Right now all he cared about was taking her…making her scream. With that focus forefront in his mind he began his full attack on her body. Before she could even process that he'd moved his mouth was sucking on one nipple while his hand toyed with the other.

Rin moaned loudly at his touch, at the pleasure coursing through her from the swirling of his tongue and pinching of his fingers on her sensitive breasts. As he continued his teasing she tugged on the tie holding his long hair, sighing as the strands brushed her bare ribs. She'd always loved his silky hair, taking even more pleasure when he groaned as her fingers messaged his scalp. In response to her touch he gently nipped her breast and decided it was time to move one.

His magically talented fingers that easily strummed his guitar to make beautiful melodies seemed to easily know how to strum her as if her body was a finely tuned instrument. The moment those fingers stroked her heated, throbbing core she arched off the bed into his hard body. A pleased growl rumbled through his chest when he discovered how wet she was already.

Desperate for her taste he easily lowered himself between her spread thighs, his warm mouth covering her pulsing core and his tongue delving deep into her. Rin cried out, bowing off the bed while her hands gripped his head tighter. Like a starving man he lapped at her, drinking her juices as if they were the rarest of wine. The sounds she made and her taste increased his already desperate need for her but he refused to take her until he had his full. So within moments her inner walls clinched around his tongue, her nails scrapping his scalp, as her entire body shook as her release claimed her, his name screaming from her lips.

Once he'd licked her clean and her shakes subsided he crawled back up her body, positioning himself so he could finally sink into her. Before could move his hips though her hand circled his rock hard member. Another deep, rumbling growl escaped him as his head dropped to her chest. He panted as she began to move her hand up and down his shaft. Roughly he grabbed her wrists, pinning them to the mattress by her head, and placed his mouth next to her ear.

"Enough, Rin." He spoke in a husky voice. "I've waited too long. I'm too close."

The smile she gave him was mischievous and she slowly rocked her body against him, causing him to moan. Gently she nibbled his ear before whispering. "Prove it."

And he did. He took her lips in another rough kiss as he slammed his throbbing member into her awaiting core. Both moaned at the union, freezing to absorb the sensation. And then he started to move, slowly at first but quickly gaining speed and force. Moans and cries of pleasure filled the room as they continued in the ancient dance of the body that came so naturally…that felt so right. But in what felt like only a few seconds their pleasure became too much, sending them both over their edge.

The two didn't end it there though.

Hours passed and after many releases the tired, exhausted, well satisfied couple was laying in each other's arms. Rin's head was snuggled against his shoulder while her fingers idly played with the small silver guitar pick resting on his chest, connected to a small, thin chain around his neck. Her thumb lovingly rubbed over the words engraved in the pick. A sweet smile formed on her lips as she placed a gentle kiss to the pick before leaning back to look up at him.

"I've missed you." She whispered before kissing him lightly on the lips.

"I've missed you." He chuckled, giving her one of his rare smiles.

A content sigh escaped her as she laid back down, forefinger drawing circles on his hard chest. Deftly his fingers tugged at the chain around her neck, seeking the pendent she always wore. A simple, small golden guitar.

"We have to tell the others soon, Sesshomaru." She finally spoke, tilting her head back to meet his eyes.

"Hn, they'll figure it out soon enough." He shrugged, giving a lazy stretch and pulling her closer.

"They're our friends." Rin pointed out, shaking her head slightly. "I'm almost positive Kagome suspects something…after all it's been two years since this whole thing started."

He raised an eyebrow in amusement. "And what is this exactly?" Gently he tugged the chain, the pendent flashing in the dim moonlight. The words on the back catching his eye.

"You very well know what this is…" She giggled, kissing him again. "Husband."

"That I do…wife." A full blown grin spread across his face at the word that came from her mouth and he pulled her mouth to his again. Even after a two years, seven months of that spent as a spontaneously married couple, he would never tire of her kisses or her body.

The only problem with their marriage was that it had to be kept a secret, not that either was ashamed of their love, it was just they didn't want the media hounding them. So not even their friends had known they'd been dating…let alone the secret wedding they'd had a month before he'd gone on tour. In truth he'd wanted to wait until they could go public but after a bad fight and the thought of losing her to another while he was gone pushed him into action. Thankfully she'd agreed to his out of the blue proposal and the next day had met him before a judge with his father and step-mother as their only witnesses. Soon, however, he planned on putting an actual ring on her finger and letting the whole world know that Rin was his and only his.

With that thought he gently rolled her under him, pulling back to fully look down at her, captured for a moment by her loving brown gaze. With gentle finger he picked up the guitar pendent, her version of a wedding band, and read the words on its back. "Forever Maru's."

Rin, in turn, smiled brightly and picked up his pendent to read its words. "Forever Rin's."

Soooo...wat'cha think? R&R please!