I love your story, I was almost in tears. It might be a lil' bit OOC, as others call it, but I value it because I felt the same way when I lost someone very dear for me and when you lose a loved one, it doesn't matter who you are, that's how you feel. Keep up with the good work

I must tell you first off that I hate giving reviews. Not because authors do not deserve them, but because with all that I read I would feel repetitive and not helpful towards the author. With this last chapter, I felt compelled to let you know how well you have written your story so far. This last chapter actually made me cry. I hope you continue to write and enjoy what you do!

This is a wonderful story, thank you for such a great read. I look forward to the next chapter! <3

I love your story! I don't think Sesshoumaru is that OOC. I mean, his child died. People go crazy when something like that happens. Love it so far and can't wait to read more! 

I wanted to give my two cents about the OOC, I know from personal experience how hard it is to lose somebody and how much we change when we suffer. Pain changes people, their beliefs, their personalities, their humor, their lifestyle... I can keep on. I also believe that when a parent suffers the death of a child he suffers a pain that is indescribable and that takes a lifetime to cope with. So I don’t think its OOC I think that it is a new way to describe how much the death of Rin affects Sesshomaru psychologically and emotionally.

that was so intense!!!!!!omgomgomgomgomg cant wait for next chapter

Your story has managed to make me cry no less than 3 times now. You truly have a gift for emotional scenes. Well done.

You did such a great job! I think Sesshomaru was in character, if you consider the circumstances. Though, i must admit that i am fond of the KagomeXTakeshi idea. I absolutely LOVE Takeshi, and I'm so glad you brought Shippou back! Update soon!

OMG, people at work are asking me if something is wrong, I am such an emotional mess...this chapter truly moved me.  There are so many factors, Kagome's loss as a mom, Sesshoumaru's heart felt apology and acceptance of this situation, InuYasha mending and strengthing the bond with his brother, my dear sweet Shippo brought back, and Rin's words of wisdom in the wind.  You have outdone yourself.  This story is amazingly well written, and tells of the prowless you have as a pheonmenal writer to tell such a great story...now pass the tissue...so I can clear these tear up.

This was wonderful! I so loved it. You could really feel their grief and happiness in this chapter. Congrats, you did an awesome job!

You literally had me bawlin'. I was crying through half the chapter. It was deep. I think everyone at some point has exprienced mourning and until you exprienced it I don't think you can truly understand the suffering of an indiviual. That is what made it so deep. That Sesshomaru was able to connect to Kagome's feelings and her anger at the situation. And the reason for him not allowing Shippo come the first time, I could truly understand. It would be hard to see someone happy with their child if they just lost theirs. So I can understand his reasoning; He could have handled it a little different.

Overall, I really enjoyed this chapter. It was very emotionally real. I can't wait for your next chapter.

wow.. that was an awesome chapter! omg... I knew she was going to get him... glad that shippo is back! it broke my heart! please update soon! :)

OMg, I actually cried. Beautiful depiction of grief. Cannot wait for the next chapter.

sorry for the double post... my internet was being stupid. 

Aaaaaaaahhhhh! Why do you insist on making me cry?! 

Thank you for not leaving Shippo dead. Thank you a million times over. Not that the story would be better/worse if you hadn't, but it makes me feel good. 

I love Rin's way of claiming Sesshoumaru. It's so sweet. This chapter was incredible. You exceed my expectations every time. 

This chapter is so emotional, so touching...a masterpiece. I really like..err...love how you described Kagome's reaction to Shippo death and Sesshomaru's turmoil.  You managed amazingly well to portray how affected parents can be. I could feel the emotions...the anguish everything...It was..as if I was there, in Kagome's place.  You really outdone yourself this time!

P.SI truly don't think that Sesshomaru is OOC and you shouldn't really worry about people who simply cannot understand what a dearest person's  death can do to a person; not to mention that Sesshomaru, even in the anime showed feelings towards Rin...=>people who think Sesshomaru is OOC....well..if there are....I worry about their IQ...*wink*

Aaaaaaaahhhhh! Why do you insist on making me cry?! 

Thank you for not leaving Shippo dead. Thank you a million times over. Not that the story would be better/worse if you hadn't, but it makes me feel good. 

I love Rin's way of claiming Sesshoumaru. It's so sweet. This chapter was incredible. You exceed my expectations every time. 

Shippo is alive! Thank you thank you thank you so much, i was going to cry since he was dead.

I loved your scene for Shippo's death!!  It was so heartbreakingly sad!

Also, you fight scene in the courtyard was awesome as well.  I was pissed at him, too!!  Absolute power DOES corrupt absolutely.  lol

Great Job!

Aw...Shippo died! ;-; I love this story! I've added it to my favorites. I'm extremely interested in its progression. I just have to know what happens next! I love Takeshi already and I hope that the later keeps him alive for awhile, if he's going to die. I also love the emotion in it. Or should I say the emotion that's not all love. It's nice to see some angst and anger as a dominant emotion and not undying love right from the beginning or within 3 or 4 chapters. I also love that there's a bit of emotion from Sesshoumaru, even though it's mostly anger. I like that there's hidden turmoil. 

I know my review's really long but I also have to commend you on adding Nalia...It's nice to read a fanfic that has someone of a different race in it. Whether she'll be a main character through the rest of the story or not, it's nice to read of someone that's darker in skintone. :)

Anyway, can't wait for the rest! :)