Taming the Heart

By: Brown-Eyed-Girl

Chapter 2

Rating: M

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"CRASH." The glass shattered as it landed against the darkened wall. Amber liquid slowly ran down the wall as glass fragments scattered about the carpet. The silver haired man stood fuming as he tried to understand what his beta was telling him. Unruly bangs hung over his face, trying to hide his golden orbs from the world. His smoldering eyes seem to be glowing from the intensity of his fury. You could see the fire and danger laced in their depths, clearly stating: 'Don't fuck with me!'

"What the fuck does he think he's doing?" Inuyasha could not believe one of his own was stealing from him. He grabbed another glass and filled it once again with the whisky from his private bar. He watched as it swirled slowly in his glass. Bringing it up to his lips, he could see the dim light dance off the rim, Inuyasha took one long swig and downed his drink. It seem to warm his cold heart for a brief moment. He fumed with the knowledge that someone from his own pack would do this to him. Yes, Hakudoshi was new to his pack, but it didn't make difference. It was still a betrayal.

"I am not sure why Hakudoshi did it." Miroku sighed as he looked at his friend and leader of their pack. "But you can plainly see on the video, he's skimming off the top of all your tills." Miroku didn't know if he should tell him how much he had been stealing. It would just fan the flame even more. Inuyasha was already furious. He really didn't want to see his friend so angry. Lately though Inuyasha's anger was uncontrollable and it seemed to be getting worse.

"How much FUCKING money?" Inuyasha grounded out slowly. His long locks fell covering his tanned cheeks. He walked over to the large window which looked out over his bar and casino. He blew out a breath, he hadn't realized he was holding. He tossed his hair over one shoulder as he considered what he was being told. He still couldn't believe one of his pack members was actually stealing from him. What could possibly have possessed Hakudoshi to think he would be able to get away with this? Inuyasha had brought him into his family and treated him as such, but now it would all change. How was he suppose to act now that he knew the truth?

Walking over to his friend, Miroku put his hand on his shoulder. Lately it seemed

Inuyasha was getting angrier, more impatient than normal. He guess it would be common with all Inuyasha was going through. He had to run this place then deal with both his brother and father about running everything in the city they owned. Then on top of it, dealing with all pack and clan issues. Everything in Watt, Washington belonged to the Tetsusaiga family, and everyone knew not to mess with such a powerful clan. They had been there for ages.

"Hey, why don't you go out for your nightly run and then afterwards, take one of those lovely, females you enjoy so much. It always seems to relax you." Miroku smirked, knowing he would find one of his own groupies later so he could enjoy some time alone.

"I think the run is a good idea, but the females, feh." Inuyasha made a face when he said females. Lately he had not really being enjoying himself with the ladies. They started to irate him. He couldn't find the pleasure he had once found with any of them. They just seem to upset his already frazzled nerves. The females which threw themselves at him were after one thing. They wanted to be the next alpha female. Women only sought after Inuyasha because of his wealth and reputation; they all wanted something to gain and merely viewed Inuyasha as a means to and end.

It had nothing to do with love because he was sure none of them would ever be able melt his frozen heart. Shit, he assumed the same of all women, shape shifter or human. None of them had a heart worth loving. They could never be what he wanted. And he couldn't see himself loving these fake women. That was all they would ever be: fake. He had some inkling about what it all meant, but he still wasn't sure.

"I want you to go find Hakudoshi and have him taken off the tills and kept away from any money. I want him monitored twenty-four seven. He needs to be watched at every moment. Don't let him out of your sight and bring him to me in the morning." He looked around the casino floor, amazed by how people didn't care about where they gambled or had a good time. Just as a long as they did, even if it was owned by shape shifters. They all, humans and other world creatures, have certainly grown in this last decade when it comes dealing with one another.

He could see an older couple winning at one of the many black jacket tables in the casino. He turned to his left and saw some red head giving the guy next to her a good luck kiss as he threw his dice. Interbreed dating seemed to be just fine for anyone, but for himself, he knew he couldn't. He couldn't release his inner animal on a human, afraid of what he could do.

'Nice try. Maybe next time.' Inuyasha smirked knowing full well the guy would be back to waste more of his money. He looked toward the bar with his keen eyesight and saw there were many of his grays from his pack getting wasted. Some of the gray females seemed to be throwing themselves at many of his men. 'Damn, female heat!'

What the hell was with the females here overriding these males' normal brain cells. It was unbelievable how so many of his men would fall for these damn bitches. 'Bitches in Heat.' He thought angrily.

He could see it was going to be a good night at his place. Then again, every night seemed like a good night for them. They always seemed packed to the hilt. This place is a great money maker for his pack.

"I can do it right now."

"Good. I want to go for my run then go home and try to relax. I'll be in early and you can bring him to me in the morning so I can get this settled. I need to have this taken care of before the full moon in three days." Inuyasha turned to his friend.

"He may have been traitorous in his action against the pack , but I don't want to see him exiled or even worse put to death knowing it might just happen with Inu-no- Tashio and Sesshoumare there." Miroku knew somewhere deep down that Inuyasha could be caring.

"I'll take him off the tills. I will also get Kouga and Ginta to monitor him then bring him to you mid-morning." Miroku walked over to the desk, grabbing the phone. He dialed a couple of numbers and began to talk. Inuyasha poured himself one more drink. Sighing he took his last swallow. He let the heat warm him through and then proceeded to the door.

"Taken care of." Miroku smiled as he watched his boss leave. Hopefully a peaceful run and a good night sleep would help him. Although, Miroku was pretty sure he knew what the true problem with Inuyasha was. The animal in him was hungry. They weren't what Inuyasha really craved. The nameless bounty of women passing through his bed only served to infuriate Inuyasha's inner animal further. His inner beast seemed to be waiting for something, so the dark fury only grew. Miroku knew it was only a matter of time before the rage Inuyasha kept locked in would explode.

Miroku had always heard about the stories of finding your true mate, but Miroku didn't know if Inuyasha or himself would ever find theirs. Miroku was slowly starting to feel like Inuyasha, but wasn't under as much pressure as he alpha. That much he was grateful for, but to find a soul mate, they would be damn lucky if their inner animal didn't kill them first.

Hakudoshi walked outside and took the pack of cigarettes out. He eyed the white and red box carefully, noting the warning on the side of the box stating what smoking could do to you, but he didn't care. All he knew was that smoking seemed to keep him relaxed.

He grabbed one and lit it up. Bringing the cigarette up to his lips, he took a long drag, trying to get his bearings. He savored the smooth rich taste he got from the tobacco. He longed for the burning in his lungs, the slight rush in the head. He sighed with relief with his first drag. It was a euphoria which seem to fill his soul, just like his transformation would do for him.

Hakudoshi took out his phone and dialed a number. He thought about how he had come to be a part of Inuyasha's pack; how he had been sent to infiltrate the Tetsusaiga clan for his boss, but he was starting to question whether it was worth it. He knew that he couldn't go back. He was here to do a job and he would do it. He was sure if he didn't, he definitely wouldn't make it out of town alive.

"Hey, it's me." He listened carefully to the person on the other line. He closed his eyes trying hard to focus on what he was telling him. Hakudoshi was first approached about this job when he had first come to town. He was new and his boss thought he was the best choice to weave his way into Inuyasha's pack.

"Yeah. I am doing it, but I think they have finally caught on." He took another drag and slowly blew out the smoke. The smoke seemed to want to linger around him, engulfing him in it, trying to suffocate him.

"Yes, I understand." Hakudoshi looked around and saw Kouga and Ginta in the corner watching him. He tried to keep his cool so he wouldn't alert his shadows.

"No, sir. I'll do as you want."

"Yes." He whispered as he heard the dial tone on his phone. Shaking his head, Hakudoshi wondered how he had gotten himself in this position. He knew his boss wanted him to continue what he was doing, but what would happen if he got caught? Was everything he was doing worth it to his boss? He shook his head and turned to walk back into the casino. However, he never made it back to the casino because Kouga and Ginta had stopped him.

Walking out the door, Inuyasha was attacked by all different kind of sounds and smells. He was truly happy his office was sound and smell proof. It was a wonder he could even walk around this place. Trying to focus on anything other than the bells going off or the people cheering, talking loudly and laughing, he shut his mind off to his surroundings. As he walked down the stairs, he spotted a familiar dark head. He reached the bottom step and saw Kikyo standing there waiting for him.

"Inu baby." She purred as she came close. Her perfume and her natural smell seemed to assault his overly sensitive nose. Her scent seemed overly done. Nothing natural, sweet, or enticing, just all chemically enhanced. He even began to feel his head start to throb. It was all he needed now. Her perfume was giving him a fucking headache. 'A Fucking Headache.' The animal inside growled. 'No Fucking Way!'

"Kikyo." Inuyasha slowly took in her face noticing she was wearing way too much makeup for his liking. He realized he like the more natural, inner beauty - one thing Kikyo was not. He then proceed downward; yes, she had a body. Actually it was quite a beautiful body. One he had gotten to know very well, but something had changed for him. He couldn't even think that way without his inner animal growling at him. It was telling him not ever again.

She was not satisfying the animal in him these last few months. None of the women he had taken to bed seemed to satisfy him at all. They bored him. He could barely keep from falling asleep on these women. Only reason he didn't was because he couldn't stand to think of these women waking up next to him. The thought seem to sicken him. There was no passion or fire when he touched their bodies. There was no excitement like before. He was starting to fake his enjoyment so it could be done and over with. Their smells were even starting to make him sick. It became very hard not to feel nauseated in their presence especially with them coming on to him. And touching him when they came near flaunting themselves. 'Stupid bitches!'

He knew exactly what this meant. However he never really believed in true mates. There was one person out there, who completely belong to you. They were made for you and you were made for them. God had planned before you were born who would be your other half. The one who would complete you heart and soul. A soul bond. The most powerful connection you could possibly have with one person. Yes, Inu no Tashio and Sesshoumaru had found their true mates, but what would make him think he could find his.

"Baby, I was wondering if I could come over later." Kikyo slowly ran a painted finger down the front of his tailored suit. She looked up into his amber eyes trying to see something there. Something stating how he felt about her. That he wanted her and no one else, but what she saw was nothing just blackness. No emotion, no feelings. Nothing!

"Not tonight. I have a few things to go over after my run to be prepared for the full moon and the clan meeting happening in three days." Inuyasha started to head for his private table. He need to go. His animal was raging within him.

"I can go with you if you like."

"No!" His eyes glowed an eerie yellow. Inuyasha took off his jacket and headed toward the door leaving Kikyo behind, staring after him. Kikyo gritted her teeth, 'Asshole.' No matter what she would make sure, Inuyasha knew she would be his mate. No one was going to stop her from getting to her main goal.

Walking through the double glass doors, Inuyasha was hit with a wave of fresh air. This is what he needed. His casino was on the outskirts of the city so the forest was just down the road a bit. He slowly walked his way down the road looking up at the beautiful moon. He enjoyed knowing how close he was to the wilderness. If he had a bad day, he could always let loose and be free to roam in the wild.

In three days time, they would all be meeting. Everyone would be there. He would have to face his brother, father and the rest of the clan with the way, he is handling pack business and if he was keeping up with tradition. He would also be told then he needed to find a mate or he would be replaced as leader of his pack. Tradition states a leader must have a mate to provide the next generation.

He knew this to be the way of his clan, but it seemed like a lot of bullshit. He hadn't found his true mate. Shit, he didn't believe he had a true mate. Why was it so important that he find this mate? Yes, his father and brother both found their true mates, but it didn't mean he would find his. Mate and bonding why did it even matter? Shit, he was alpha and he could lead his pack well. He could take care of business just fine. It seemed like a way of questioning what he was about, which was what angered him the most.

As he reached the forest, he could feel the change starting. He went over to a large tree hiding from view and started to undress. He felt the cool wind caress his body gently, marveling in his beauty. As he stood there for all to see, his inner animal howled. His body seemed to call for it. His inner animal roared as it was finally set free.

Inuyasha's body started to change quickly. His body and face started to pull and stretch as it began to reform and shift. His bones cracked and his skin stretched tight. His entire body tingled with the sensation of his change.

Howling up at the moon, Inuyasha knew his transformation was done. His already keen senses heightened in his wolf form. He turned to start his run when a mysterious, but luxurious scent engulfed his being, stopping him from any sort of movement. He didn't know what it was about the scent. It felt fresh and endearing. It was a mix of vanilla and cherry blossom with just a hint of cinnamon to add a little heat. It was sweet, rich and a slight bit spicy. His inner beast howled telling him, he had found what he so desired.

Finally getting his senses back, Inuyasha quickly looked to his left and smelled the air. The scent seem to be losing its strength in that direction. He knew for sure the scent came from the left toward the forest, but was now heading towards the city. He turned to his right and slowly followed the lightly lingering scent. He continued following the scent as it slowly started to fade. As he kept following the scent, it started to engrave itself in his mind. He would know the scent, if he came around it again. He was sure about that. The fleeing, delicate scent disappeared somewhere in the city before him. The elusive, tantalizing aroma was lost in the tapestry of overlapping scents of the busy, crowded city.

He stopped and howled. He looked around trying to see if he could find the scent again. All he could smell was scents of the city he called home. He turned around and ran back to the forest longing for his run as the scent had disappeared for now, but it seem to leave its mark on her victim. If he had only been a few minutes earlier, he would have seen a small wolf walk down the street and enter an old apartment building.