Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha, nor have I ever tried to own him, even though he is cute. Now that I've got that off my chest... This is my second fanfiction. Flames are welcomed because they only make me stronger and you more jealous. Lol…Kidding.

She wore a black dress that was decorated with silver trimmings and a silver floral print. Her dress was located above the knees and her hair was curled, so that it hung freely down her back to commemorate the dress. The dress she wore was different. It was a special dress that looked like a cross between a kimono and the Japanese/Chinese dress. The shoes she wore were simple strap heels. It was basically black except for the strings which was silver. They tied around her ankles elegantly. The loose strings hung like string that you use to tie balloons when they are filled with helium. They had the tweezed looked as if someone had taken a scissors and pulled it all the way down till it reached the end of the string. Not too much and not too less. Simply elegant.

With a small nod of the head the DJ started the music. At first the only sound that was heard was the sound of the air conditioning. Slowly the sound of hip-hop/soul music started fill the place. It was Mariah Carey's "Always Be My Baby."

We were as one
For a moment in time
And it seemed everlasting
That you would always be mine
Now you want to be free
So I'm letting you fly
Cause I know in my heart babe
Our love will never die

At the beginning of the song, her voice was shaky and you could tell that she was a little apprehensive, but by the time she reached the third line it was gone. She sang from her heart and that was what had the audience mesmerized. She really sounded like she was in love. It different from how anyone else had tried to sing the song. It was like innocent puppy love.

You'll always be a part of me
I'm part of you indefinitely
Boy don't you know you can't escape me
Ooh darling 'cause you'll always be my baby
And we'll linger on
Time can't erase a feeling this strong
No way you're never gonna shake me
Oh darling, 'cause you'll always be my baby

She moved across the stage with grace as she sung. Occasionally, she would place her hand on her heart and rock from side to side just to add more feeling. She would look up at the ceiling as if she was staring at the stars and twirl her hair as if she was dreaming of her prince charming to come and rescue her. It was brilliant. It was pure magic.

I ain't gonna cry
And I won't beg you to stay
If you're determined to leave boy
I will not stand in your way
But inevitably, you'll be back again
Cause you know in your heart babe
Our love will never end

All eyes was on her as she walked down the stage steps and towards some random guy. She sat on his lap and leaned against him, resting her head on his shoulder as she continued sing. Her hand trailed up his chest and towards his face, caressing his cheek softly as she went on. Suddenly, she had removed herself from on him and gave him a sad yet loving look as she continued to sing. If anyone could play a damn good role, it was her by far.

You'll always be a part of me
I'm part of you indefinitely
Boy don't you know you can't escape me
Ooh darling 'cause you'll always be my baby
And we'll linger on
Time can't erase a feeling this strong
No way you're never gonna shake me
Oh darling, 'cause you'll always be my baby

She moved through the audience until she reached the VIP Section. Only the richest and the most worthy people was located up there. She swayed back and forth as she sung her heart out, giving it all she had. She watched everyone in the closed quarters until her gaze meet up with golden brown eyes. She watched him almost seductively as she moved her hips from side to side and held out her hand towards him. She had never done this before in any of her other performances, but there was always a first time for everything.

I know that you'll be back boy
When your days and your nights get a little bit colder
I know that you'll be right back baby
Oh baby believe me it's only a matter of time

When he took her hand she placed it right on her chest, above her heart. Her head moved from side to side as she continued her performance and she watched him from the corners of her eyes before she pulled away, leaving his hand drop. She brushed away strands of her hair as she slowly made her retreat, never taken her eyes off of him. There was nothing going on between them. Everyone knew this but it still made most of the men in the place jealous.

You'll always be a part of me
I'm part of you indefinitely
Boy don't you know you can't escape me
Ooh darling 'cause you'll always be my baby
And we'll linger on
Time can't erase a feeling this strong
No way you're never gonna shake me
Oh darling, 'cause you'll always be my baby

As the song came to an end, she was back on the stage again. She looked at the audience and took a bow as the song faded. The cheers of the people in the club made her smile as she took another bow. Most of the men was up on their feet. In fact, all of the men was on their feet except for one who was located in the VIP room. The sound of "Encore" rocked the place and she backed up to go to the side of the stage to exit. She took one last bow and caught a rose that was thrown on the stage. She smelled it then looked up and tucked it behind her air. That simple gesture was one of pure innocence, which made the crowd go off more as she left the stage.

As she walked off the stage, the golden brown eyes of her boss Inuyasha followed her. She was different. She was fresh. She was bold and he hated it. No one ever laid a hand on him, ever. Although he hated what she did, he did realize that her hands were very soft. He growled and shook his head before he looked over at his friend, Miroku.

"So Inuyasha. We are both grown men. Let's talk business." said Miroku.

"No. Miroku." replied Inuyasha, making sure his words came out clipped and to the point.

"Aww… Come on… You stingy old goad…When does that contract expire?" Miroku asked and whined at the same time.

"Not anytime soon and your not going to get her. Hell has to freeze over first." Muttered Inuyasha as he leaned back in his plush leather chair.

"It could be arranged." Miroku said with a devious smile.

Inuyasha looked at the stage where Kagome once stood and sighed. He was never the type of person to say that he had needed help in anything. He was independent and he started his empire from scratch. He would be damned if he had to let one of those jealous bastards get his hands on the same things he had to put his life on. Once again, he found himself looking at the stage again. Even though he didn't want to admit it, Kagome helped him from keeping his business from going under. Clubs weren't what they used to be and his was just played out until he found her in an audition at the Five Star Hotel. At first he was having doubts about hiring someone he didn't know. The business was already going under and he didn't want some wanna be Beyonce making things worst. Nevertheless he was won over by the crowd she had dragged in and that was what made him offer her the job.

Every day she would come in, give a stellar performance, collect her pay, and leave. Every time she sang she brought in more and more money. This club was one that banked in half a million dollars almost every day just because people wanted to hear her sing. However, there was something about her that caught his eye, something he couldn't put his finger on but what ever it is he would find out.

Inuyasha was known as a very powerful man. He owns seven major five star hotels, eight movie theaters and his own clubs. It was even said that he bought out the Ramen companies. Inuyasha's biggest success was his corporation that was one of the things he had built from scratch. Rumor had it that Inuyasha was more powerful than the President, but no one know how true that was and no one dared to try.

"Come on Inuyasha... Stop being such a stuck up... We all know that your a fraud." Joked Miroku.

"Miroku... I don't think everyone would appreciate your guts all over the floor... It's bad for my business." Sneered Inuyasha as he sipped his whine calmly.

"Whatever. You should lighten up. Have you heard about the accident?"

"What accident?" He asked as the quirked an eyebrow.

"This woman was killed in an accident by a drunk driver. She was driving on the bridge and the "drunk" truck driver ran into her car and it knocked her over the bridge. She died instantly from impact. The driver survived but the woman died leaving two kids alone."

"Wow... That's sad... anyway back to business..."

"Inuyasha, the reason I'm telling you about this is because it's been all over the news," he hinted. "The incapacitated driver of the truck worked for your company. You know the one, Inu Corp."

Now this bit of news caught his eye. He frowned as thoughts ran through his mind at the speed of light.

Why hadn't I been informed about this? That was my driver? How could that happen? I can get sued. Those damn lawyers will make a fortune off of me. Wait…what am I worrying about. It's nothing money can't by. I am Inuyasha Tashinoga. Who the hell would challenge me? Case over.

Eventually, Inuyasha snapped out of his reverie and looked at Miroku. He shrugged and leaned back carelessly. He took a sip of wine then swished it around in his mouth before swallowing it. He savored the tasted and shrugged yet again.

"Have my people contact their people and give them some money. Nothing you can do about it now. She's dead right. At least we could make sure her brats are safe." he replied with a bored yawn.

"Inuyasha?!?! Do you think money can solve everything? Are you out your damn mind. That woman was Ms. Higurashi..." Miroku growled out.

"Yea... so..."

"That was Kagome's mother."

"Hmmm…Interesting. Doesn't she have any other relatives..."

"No... her grandfather died four months ago."

"Takai." Inuyasha called.

Inuyasha'a gaurd stepped towards him. He was bigger than Inuyasha by far. He had dark brown eyes and black hair. It wasn't slicked back with moose but it was well combed. He wore a black get up that would make anyone look at him and his little microphone in his ear twice. As Takai leaned forward, Inuyasha whispered something in his ear. This whispering went on for quite a while before he nodded and left. Miroku looked at him with wonder in his eyes and started to open his mouth.

"Don't ask" Inuyasha said sharply.

Miroku closed his mouth with whatever dignity he had left and played with his drink.

When Kagome reached backstage she immediately went for a cup of water. Tears stung her eyes as she thought about everything that she was going through. She hated being close to her boss, Inuyasha, but she would make him pay. She would destroy the very thing he loved the most, his precious company. Whoever said that revenges a …… didn't know how right they were.

Moving away from the water cooler, she went and sat down, looking at the ground. Moments passed and she closed her eyes, relaxing. She loved the silence. No one would bother her or take her away from her private world. She felt safe. When a small hand touched her shoulder, she opened her eyes and looked up. It was the first friend she had made when she started singing here. In fact, she was the only friend she hand during these hard times and for that she was thankful. Kagome looked at her and smiled.

"Hey Sango."

"Yo Kagome... How ya holding up." She asked as she sat down next to her on the couch.

"Fine"

"So Inuyasha's having a party you coming?"

"Um… no… I…..have things to do…." She said quickly then gave a firm nod.

"Come on... It will be fun. It would get your mind off of you-no-what. You can even bring your brother with you."

"I'll think about it."

"Fine... but if you don't come I'll come for you and drag you by your ear to the party."

Kagome laughed but it soon faded when her pager went off. She took it off and looked at it. With a small smile, she looked at Sango with hopeful eyes. Sango nodded her head understanding that her brother probably needed her. This meant that she would probably end up singing Kagome's last song. She didn't mind acutally. She just wished that Kagome didn't have so much things to worry about. With a small frown, she watched her friend ran out the club.

As the DJ called Kagome's name Sango walked out on stage.

"I'm sorry but Kagome had an emergency and had to leave so I will be singing her last song for her."

With a small nod of the head, the DJ flipped on the music. The music started and Sango swayed to the bit, starting to sing softly. This was just one of those days. It was basically another day at the Tashinoga Club.