Previously on First a Client, Now a slave

"Oh! Mizuko? I haven't seen him, miss, um…. What's your name?" He looked at her with a questioning look. Kagome blushed, forgetting to introduce herself as she asked a stranger like him for answers. "Oh! I'm sorry, my name is Kagome Uzumaki, nice to meet you, sir." She smiled.

He smiled at her slightly, before turning that smile into a frown. "Yeah, my name is…"

Now, to be continued:

"…Shizuo Heiwajima…Nice to meet you, Kagome Uzumaki."

Kagome nodded her head. "Yes, of course. It's a pleasure to meet you, Shizuo-san."

He waved a hand at her. "No need for formalities, just call me Shizuo."

Kagome nodded in understanding. She then sighed to herself softy as she glanced back to see if her guild was there. He was not, and still wasn't found.

"Hey, you need help?" asked Shizuo as he rubbed his chin a bit. He stared down at her as she turned to him with shock written on her face. Kagome's eyes widen.

"What? I couldn't ask this of you." She said softly and looked down at her feet.

Shizuo shook his head at her and rubbed the back of his head. "Nah, I'm fine with it. It's not like I don't have time to help out someone in need." He said, and then took a step forward towards her.

Kagome quickly looked up, hope shining in her eyes. "Really? You'll help?" More hope and joy rising in her voice.

Shizuo nodded at her. He then turned around and started to walk away. Kagome looked a bit confused by this motion but then saw him waving for her to follow. She did, and quickly went and followed close behind.

He lead her to many streets and shops. Kagome just stared in awe. She never really had many shops from where she used to live. She even saw a few that had signs up for hiring.

Maybe I could get a job here… She thought while thinking back on the places they passed by. She then turned to see Shizuo having his hands in his pockets. He was way taller than her and she felt like an ant.

She smiled. He decided to use his time in the world to help a stranger like her out. Even though he never knew her, he still decided to help. A blush then came across her cheeks as she looked down and sighed softly.

He's so nice, though he doesn't seem to talk much. Kagome glanced back up to peek at his back. He turned his head back and gave her a small smile. Her blush deepened and she looked back down. I never got any help before until I came here. I used to be running every corner I turned, but now…

Kagome's face went back to its normal shade as she brought her head back up. A thoughtful look was shown. …I don't think I'll be worrying about running anymore…

She turned her head to look around once more since they walked into another part of the city. Her eyes widen in delight when she caught sight of once place. It couldn't be…

But it was. Kagome stopped walking and turned to face the place she once knew from her past. Her mouth gaped open. I thought they closed down the last one where I used to live..?

She walked forward, passing by people as she brushed against their shoulders. Kagome lifted a hand in the air as she finally was able to touch the glass of the window. Never had she not dreamed of ever seeing something like this.

The sign in the window read:

Welcome to Sweets 'n Sours

We're now back in business and are hiring those who know how to make one mean sweet 'n sour goodies. Please see the manager for any questions if you do want to know about the job and/or wanting to be hired.

Age: Must be 19 or older

Kagome did a silent squeal of joy in her head. This was the only place she learned to love and like throughout her life of growing up and running. This was the place that made her feel safe and happy. This was the place she had grown up in when she ran as far from home as she could.

Kagome had forgotten all about her new life as she stared inside. The goodies were already placed out for those who want to buy. Arts and crafts from some staff members hung from the ceiling.

She new all too well about how things ran since she worked here back then. Kagome then walked on over to the door and laid a hand on it. She sighed of relief and was about to open the glass door, but a humming stopped her from doing so.

She glanced back with fright, but saw nothing when people continued to walk by. Kagome looked from left to right as she laid a hand on her heart. She tightly gripped on to her shirt.

But how…? I thought I left the past behind! She cried out in her head. What she thought was only the beginning. Loud, tapping noises were made on the sidewalk as they crept closer nearby.

Kagome felt her heart drop. The only person she new who could do that was the main person that had tried to kill her. Tried to kill her ever since she was born into this world of wonders and dangers.

A low, but silent whisper was heard. "Gome-chan…I just wanna play a bit.." Kagome's eyes widen as she stepped back from the door. It almost sounded like…And then she felt something brush past her as she almost fell back.

That touch… "No…" She moaned out in horror. Kagome then turned and ran, trying to get away from the nightmare she had from time to time. This happened from the same scene.

A silent but most heart wrenching scream echoed as it rang through her ears over and over again. Kagome covered her ears to tried to die out the scream, but it was no use. It felt and sounded like something was right next to her.

But every time she looked, nothing was there. People looked at Kagome weirdly as she ran by, breathing heavily while trying to get away.

Everything is happening all over again. Four bells were heard in the background as an ominous sound of an organ rang out.

Kagome made a left turn and ended up in an abandoned part of the city. Her heart rate increased ten fold as the blood rushed through her face and ears. Giggles echoed and a scraping noise was heard.

Kagome stopped and froze. Everything was all too familiar. The giggles then stopped as well as the scrapping noise. She listened. Her heart beating so fast it felt like it was going to burst any moment.

Sweat dripped from her brow as she looked around back and forth. It felt like time itself stopped along with her as she could only hear her own breathing.

Her legs felt like they would fall to jelly as she could barely stand. And just when she thought her nightmare was over…it was already just beginning. A loud, ear shrilling screams were heard right next to her.

Gun shots were heard and the screams died down. Kagome bolted right through the street as she narrowly dodged trash cans, and the moving shadows that followed her every move.

Kagome gasped when she found her pathway blocked. A building that showed her that she was at a dead end. A little giggle was heard as something brushed passed Kagome's cheek.

She felt something ooze down and she touched her cheek. She pulled away and looked down. Blood. Her blood…

Kagome spun around quickly as she backed up into the broken down corrupted building. She cursed to herself for not following after Shizuo and getting lost, and she was also mad at herself for not bringing something to defend herself.

Kagome's eyes widen with surprise as she felt a presence behind her. She was about to turn, but they were quicker as her world turned black from a blow to her head.

-X-

Izaya was already up and about as he walked down the street. Hands in pockets as he blended in the crowds. But then he stopped and turned when he saw something from the corner of his eye. He caught sight of a male and female he knew all too well.

He smirked with his eyes narrowed. Ah, so Shizu-chan had met Kagome-chan…

Izaya continued to watch from afar as the two chatted for a bit and then Shizuo turned and walked on off. Izaya chuckled at the adorable, confused look Kagome pulled.

She then followed after Shizuo as he began to lead her somewhere. Izaya raised a brow as his curiosity got the better of him. He lowered his head, so that they won't recognize him-well Shizuo-, and followed after their trail.

Izaya looked up every now and then to see Kagome stare in awe at all the places she's most likely never seen before.

After being lead around for a while, Izaya saw Kagome stop and turn as she stared with wide eyes at one place. He glanced at Shizuo to see him still walking on off. Some guide… Izaya thought, though he was pleased to know that the big guy wouldn't get in his way.

A grin formed on his lips as he watched her walk up to the place. Izaya glanced up at the name. Sweets 'n Sours. Hmm… The black-haired male rubbed his chin in thought at the name.

It sounded like something he'd want to go to everyday. And if Kagome was going to go…he was sure to go definitely as well.

Izaya crept forward, but kept his distance still. He didn't want to catch her by surprise until the right moment. Though, his chances were ruined when he saw her turn back with a frightened look in her eyes.

Kagome looked from left to right as she laid a hand on her heart. She tightly gripped on to her shirt.

It looked liked she said something, and then ran for it. Izaya was now really curious by this move. He ran after her. Izaya took time to think a bit as he watched her carefully from far back.

Why is she running?…She couldn't have seen me, could she? Or was it something else to have to do with that hidden past of hers…? Yep. Izaya took his time late last night to look her up. All he got was the same info as the paper said.

That's what puzzled him the most. There should've been more records than that. Like school, family, etc. But whenever he tried to go further in search, nothing popped up.

It was like Kagome was a mystery person. Someone with a dark past that could not be told aloud or given freely.

A frown formed on his lips as he saw her take a huge turn. He knew where she turned at. Izaya stopped and looked down as her form began to disappear.

This was where all gangs once had a war at. The war that left scars on those who lived to tell the story. This abandoned part of the city was left to show what would happen if you go too far.

Some say ghosts of those who were innocent walk around amongst the living. And others say that ghosts of some gang leaders haunt these very buildings, looking for another innocent life to kill.

Izaya felt a small shiver as he stepped into the old war zone. It was called Scarred fates and Awaiting deaths. Even he did not know why the last part was added the title since he never stepped foot into this place. Nobody does unless they're asking for a death wish. And if they have, Izaya sure had never met anyone who came back out alive.

He looked around while keeping a good distance from areas that didn't look all too safe. He saw shadows dancing, and even once, he could've sworn that he saw something red looking back at him.

It felt like nighttime, though it was still morning. Everything was dark, and cold.

Izaya knew that he shouldn't even be down here. But the girl Kagome…she ran down here like it was the most safest place to come to. He could sense something walking nearby as a low hiss ran down his ear.

He narrowed his eyes. This was no laughing matter as it was life or death in this place. Windows were open or broken. Creaks of the doors opening and closing.

Low, tapping sounds of tin cups rattled and echoed on down. Curtains blew out, ripped and stained. Dripping noises of water fell against concrete. He saw many things, and maybe things were just gonna get interesting from here.

Izaya raised a brow as he stopped when he turned his head facing forward. There laid Kagome, out cold with blood near her head. He looked around to see if anything could've possibly done this, but saw nobody.

He walked on over to her and stared. She looked to be still breathing, though he couldn't be so sure. Izaya crouched down and reached out to touch her head. Nothing in the front, but then he touched her back. Dried blood. Izaya pulled his hand back and sighed in annoyance.

She went down a forbidden place, and had gotten knocked out by something or someone. She really is something. But…Izaya smirked. He was pleased to finally get to meet Kagome face to face. Even if this wasn't such a good time.

He looked around to make sure nobody saw, though there was nobody, and wrapped his arms around and put her into a bridal style position.

Izaya looked down at her and then at the blood. Not much of a loss, so she'll live.

He then quickly walked away from this place as fast as he could because he didn't want to stick around and find out what is really moving about in something broke down like this part of the city.

-X-

Izaya laid Kagome down on his bed as he sat down beside her. He may not be interested much in women, but Kagome sure can make up for it since she'll most likely keep him entertained. And that blow really was something as he had cleaned and wrapped her head up nicely.

Izaya grinned at all the ideas in his head at what he could do to her. But soon those thoughts left when he heard a soft moan come from her lips.

Kagome lifted up her hands and rubbed her eyes. "I had the weirdest dream…" She mumbled out, thinking she was talking to herself.

She moaned out again as she sat up. Her eyes fluttered open as she blinked a bit to clear the blurry vision.

She looked around and gasped. "This is not my room!" Kagome cried out and turned more, meeting auburn eyes. They shined with mischievousness.

She gasped in shock as she stepped back. Izaya's grin widened more than possible as he stood and took a step closer to her. She stepped back.

"W-Who are you…?" She stuttered out as she backed herself up into a wall. Izaya crept closer to her until he was 3 feet from her. He raised a brow and laid his hand near her head, leaning in more towards her.

Kagome could feel him breathing down her face as she took a deep breath with a blush tinting her cheeks.

"Who am I?" He whispered into her ear as he leaned close to her face. "Who am I? Why I am…" He paused to make sure she was listening, and she was. He smirked.

Cliffy…

Well, I hope you're happy that I finally wrote another chapter to this! Thank you to those who reviewed. And please Read and Review to tell me what you think so far! I hope you like this new chapter! ^^ Ja Ne for now!