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"So you're in love with him? Funny last I remember, you were in love with me"
Kaoru raked her fingers through her bangs, while hiking her, already too short, midnight cocktail dress up. The mission was simple, eliminate Tomoe Yukishiro's escort. The man couldn't seem to get his business straight; either he was completely stupid or incredibly brave to test Enshi's patience. He'd been conspicuously trying to retrieve information from Enshi's sister, Tomoe, about the underworld. Kaoru steeled herself as she stepped into the overly crowded party. She smiled bitterly to herself, knowing the illusion everyone kept up. It was all about reputation, and bragging your authority over another. A game. Nothing real came out of these arrogant parties filled with people who cared for nothing but themselves.
Catching a glimpse of Tomoe Yukishiro, Kaoru headed her way fully aware of the eyes on her, at her indecency. Narrowing her eyes at her target, Kaoru plastered a smile and weaved through the crowds hurriedly; hoping Enishi would be there already.
"Miss Yukishiro!" Kaoru gave her hand a slight wave in greeting, which Tomoe replied with a nod.
"How nice to see you, Kaoru. How are you doing?"
"Oh I'm just fine. By the way, would you happen to know where Enishi is?"
"Oh yes, he's over by the punch bowl. You know how he feels in atmospheres such as these!"
"Speak of the devil. Enishi, there you are!" Kaoru smiled at Enishi forcefully, as he slipped his arm around her slim waist and held onto it possessively. Grinning to himself, Enishi carefully whispered into her ear. "Where is he?"
Shrugging nonchalantly, she scanned the crowd for any suspicious activity. "Miss Yukishiro-"
"Please, call me Tomoe. After all, that's not what you'd call someone who's going to be your future sister-in-law" Tomoe smiled politely, while Kaoru carefully masked her shocked expression with a nod, and daintily stepped on Enishi's foot.
"Ah! Kaoru!"
"Oh sorry dear! Didn't see you there!"
"Oh Kaoru, Enishi! I want you to meet my escort for the evening! He's headed over here now."
Enishi's eyes glinted menacingly, as he went over the plan in Kaoru's ear. From the eye of an outsider it would look as if they were a happy couple whispering sweet nothings, when in reality, an assassination was underway.
Tomoe cleared her throat politely to get the couple's attention. Kaoru looked up from her intimate position in Enishi's arms and her eyes widened drastically just did the escort's, which did not go unnoticed by Enishi.
"I'd like you to meet my escort, Shinta Himura."
Kenshin, carefully, pulling himself back together nodded and spoke softly. What is she doing here? With Enishi? Damn what's going on?
"Pleased to meet you."
Composing herself, Kaoru stuck her hand out to Kenshin. He hesitantly placed in hers, and shook it slightly, ignoring the familiar electric feeling that coursed up his arm, the feelings which opened a floodgate to memories which he had repressed. Stepping back, Kaoru took in the blazing amber eyes with her nonchalant gaze, when inside she felt the familiar turmoil of concern. Pushing her aside Enishi took Kenshin's hand in his.
"Well, I've heard alot about you Shinta. My sister finds you very entertaining, as will I. I'm sure."
Grinning at the meaning behind his words, Enishi patted Kenshin's back and took his place next to Kaoru.
Kenshin looked at the nervous Kaoru. She hasn't changed a bit. But why's she with Enishi?
Kaoru feeling an unwavering gaze on her looked up and saw Kenshin studying her. Suppressing the shiver that ran through her at the thought of his gaze raking over her body, Kaoru began to turn the plan into motion. It was simple, but now looking at the escort, Kaoru couldn't believe in that anymore. It was Kenshin she had to get drunk, seduce, and then kill. Stepping out of Enishi's arms, she excused herself from the group to get a drink, hoping the inevitable wouldn't happen. Please don't follow me Kenshin. Please.
"I'll come with you. After all, I need to loosen up. This party's been quite chaotic."
Kaoru nodding at his self invite, walked alongside him to the bar.
"What the hell are you doing here?" Kaoru flinched slightly at his cold tone.
"I don't know what you're talking about, Mr. Himura."
"Kaoru, Kenshin. It's Kenshin. Don't play games with me. What are you doing here, and with Yukishiro of all people!" Kenshin growled softly at his name, Kaoru knowing nothing was going to get past him tried a last attempt to keep from tearing her resolve.
"He's my fiancé. Is there something wrong with going on a date with your fiancé? I think not, Mr. Himura." Kaoru clutched the tumbler tightly in her hand, till it went stark white.
Kenshin laughed humourlessly at her response, which only increased her uneasiness.
"So you're in love with him? Funny last I remember, you were in love with me. You can't honestly believe I'm that arrogant Kaoru that I didn't notice your disgust when he touched you, the irritation when you had to label him as your fiancé? You underestimate how well I know you Kaoru. What we had was different, and all I want to know is why you left? How can someone who's so in love one day, leave without a trace the next? Why Kaoru, did you leave?"
Kaoru stared at his face; she gaped at how he left himself so vulnerable to her, conveying such raw emotions on his face, trying to get her to understand. Catching herself before she could mess the plan up, Kaoru callously replied "Mr. Himura, I don't know who you are. But you have no business, in mine and Enishi's relationship." Then thinking Kaoru softly added "Just as I don't in yours and Tomoe's."
"Kenshin, Kaoru! Damn it. Say Kenshin!" He grounded out angrily. "Of course, maybe you're just that heartless, with you being whatever monster you actually are."
Unexpectedly a hand flung, with his face the intention. Holding his hand to his stinging cheek, Kenshin stared at Kaoru, who was seething with rage. Her eyes blazed at him, as she stared at him and took a step towards him, which he matched by stepping back.
"Enough. Kenshin. You don't know anything! I'm a monster. You're right. You want to hear what this monster did? She killed. Yes, she killed people." Kaoru laughed cruelly, as she took in his reaction. "I live off of blood, and fear Kenshin. Is that what you want to hear? I'm not the same Kaoru, nor will I ever be. Don't judge me for something you know so little of. I didn't ask for this life Kenshin."
Turning Kaoru headed back in the direction of Enishi, when she felt a hand clutching her wrist intensely. Looking back, she saw Kenshin staring at her longingly.
"Please don't leave yet. I'm sorry. I just can't understand why you're with him. Kaoru, I've looked everywhere for you. Tell me. No, show me what you are. Do you know how much time I've spent to understand your kind?"
Kenshin pulled her in an embrace, silently seeking refuge in the familiarity of her body perfectly moulded against his. Kaoru, letting common sense fall through, let herself be held. Tremors rose from her body, as she realized the truth. Even if she didn't kill Kenshin, Enishi wouldn't stop at anything to kill Kenshin, himself. Kenshin looked down at the convulsing Kaoru in his arms, "Kaoru? What's wrong?"
"Enishi! Kenshin, you have to go or Enishi's going to kill you!"
Kenshin laughed at her concern, "You have nothing to worry about Kaoru, Enishi can't kill me. After that night I went to shishou to tell him about your, transformation. He told me my skill in the Hiten Mitsurugi-ryū could surpass the power of those under the control of an essence."
Kaoru contemplated carefully over his words and slowly nodded at him.
"Alright then you're safe. I guess. Well just so we're clear I was supposed to kill you. So if you could, I suggest you leave. Now."
Kenshin arched an eyebrow at her reasoning, and vain attempts.
"Kaoru, I'm not going anywhere. I told you, I've been looking for you! I'm serious, what happened that night, was part of the past."
"Kenshin, you really don't understand-"
"God dammit Kaoru! Make me understand! I'm not some heartless person who can't empathize."
"Kenshin, I can't leave Enishi. He- I've been with him through everything, he taught me all I know about the underworld. He's my mentor."
"Wow, now that's something new."
"What?"
"Actually caring enough to stick with someone"
"This is exactly what I mean; I'm bound to Enishi, Kenshin! He's my temporary mate."
"What the hell are you saying?"
"Do you not hear me? I'm his mate, and he's mine. There's no confusion in understanding that."
"But you said temporary, what does that mean?"
"It means me and him are only using each other for power."
"I never knew that was even possible."
"It is with a special ritual"
"Ritual? Please tell me it's not what I think it is." Kenshin pleaded silently with his eyes.
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