Copa Cabana Disclaimer: Authors Note:
KogaxAyame's Cub: Thanks for your review! Nope it's not finished, it's a chappie fic. And I think I had uploaded this previously on another account or perhaps on another site. ^_^
Chapter Two- Who Could Ask For More?
In an age of love everything over the top was in style. Sexy women, provocative dances, straight liquor, big jewelry, and neon lights. The Copa Cabana was the hottest spot in the country as of late. Money was flowing like there was no tomorrow, but most of the employees never saw more than minimum wage. A job was a job however and a chance at stardom was high on everyone's list, especially the girl who went by Lola.
Another day brought another set of shows. She danced across the floor with practiced grace, all the while her eyes on the man she loved, Kouga. If only they had the money, Ayame thought sadly, but she was a showgirl, he was a bartender, which meant money was tight. Bu love was love, and it was the best gift anyone could ever ask for.
Kagome, the young girl Ayame had made friends with was working as a hostess that night. Ayame noticed one man in particular that the girl led in part-way through the dance. He had dark hair, was nothing short of handsome, and even from the stage she could see the diamond winking from his ear lobe. He took a seat and his eyes met Ayame's for a brief moment before she looked away, it was time to concentrate on the dance she was being paid to perform.
As the set ended the girls slowly made their way through the room, Ayame made her way towards the bar and Kouga but a sharp whistle drew her attention across the room. It was him, the man with the diamond. A sultry yet fake smile crossed her face as she made her way towards the man with a small swing in her hips. "Hello there," she said brightly. "Can I help you?"
An oily smirk crossed his face. "How bout having a drink with me sweet thing?" He asked as he smoothed a hand through his long hair. The light caught the diamond on his ear, making it wink in the light. He laid a hand on the seat next to him, indicating she should sit and signaling a waitress over with his other hand. Ayame slid into the seat and crossed her legs towards him. "I'm all yours," she replied, following the basic lines used by all within the bar.
The drinks came and they both drank. They talked and flirted, she laughed at his jokes, actually finding them amusing despite his rather oily manner. Unnoticed by either were the unhappy looks coming from Kouga at the bar. Kagome slid onto one of the bar stools in front of Kouga, drawing his attention away from the pair. "It's her job," Kagome said gently as she laid her hand across his. "You know she loves you."
Kouga's eyes flashed dangerously as he looked down to Kagome. "I know what her job is," he said through gritted teeth. "Kissing his cheek is not her job, holding his hand is not her job." Kagome could tell by the tone of his voice that it was taking iron will for him not to scream. "Kouga, her job is to make men happy. Her job is to make men fall in love, but never be in love with them herself." Kagome explained as carefully as she could. Suddenly Kouga's eyes shot towards Ayame, Kagome's eyes followed just in time.
The man with the diamond leaned in and placed his lips gently upon Ayame's and hid hand slid to her chest. The red-head stepped back so fast she knocked over her chair, her green eyes wide in astonishment. That was crossing the line, even the club owner would defend her here, and this man was outside of his rights. Before she had the chance to tell him as much Kouga was there, he sailed across the bar in a matter of seconds his eyes burning brightly with anger. "Kouga…" Ayame said gently. "Kouga I have this under control, please go back to the bar…"
End Note: Small cliffy here, I'm a little vague on what I want to do next, follow the song or pinwheel off in my own direction. I'll decide eventually though I guess -sighs-