J: I am not going to lie, I am amazed with myself for finding some inspiration to add another chapter to this story considering how long it has been since I last updated any of my stories. To those of you waiting for an update on 'Friends to Family' I am really trying to get back into that one since it is my biggest and most appreciated story right now but life is making it difficult.
THANKS TO: Princesx Mystery, Jessica Love1, and Miss. Undo.
Disclaimer: I do not own any Inuyasha characters.
P.S. This was not edited and this should also give you an idea of where this story is going to be headed. It is rated M...it should be, for the content the chapters will contain in the future.
P.S.S Sesshy may be out of character at times.
Chapter Four - Beginning
The meetings had all proceeded without a single problem, and his brief talk with Mr. Kaiba had caused only minimal damage to Sesshomaru's mood. It was 4:30 and he was ready to start his plan with Ms. Higurashi.
His unsuspecting assistant came into the office warily, during their brief time together she'd learned when she should be careful. Always pleased to see her anxious Sesshomaru held up a piece of paper, " I need everything on this list by 7:30 tonight."
He watched her eye the paper suspiciously before hesitantly taking it. He had to fight with his self control not to smile as Kagome went first red then pale as she read the list of items. Her mouth slightly agape she croaked, "You can't be serious?"
"Deadly serious Ms. Higurashi." His tone offered no argument while inside he practically howled in delight at the expression of absolute horror written across her face.
Rendered speechless Kagome simply turned and headed for the door. Just as she reached for the handle he told her, "Under no circumstances will you share the contents of that list with anyone else." She nodded to show she'd heard then left.
Sitting back Sesshomaru finally let himself smirk, " Let the game begin."
'Oh Kami! I knew he was evil but this is a whole different definition of the word.' For what felt like the thousandth time Kagome looked down at the list to make sure her mind wasn't just playing tricks on her. Like all the times before the list still had the same items written down.
-Handcuffs
-Rope
-Dog collar
-Leash
-Duct Tape
-Rose and Jasmine scented candles
-Blind fold
She shuddered at the thought of what he was going to use these items for. "I don't want to know and he better not tell me!" The people that walked by her on the street gave her a curious look.
Being without a car made this whole experience ten times worse. The collar, leash, and duct tape were easy to explain to anyone who caught a glimpse of what she carried in her bags. Everything else was going to give all he wrong implications.
As embarrassing as this job was she still went through with it and gathered all the items. His orders to not tell anyone was the easiest part. If she'd told Sango the woman would have called the police.
Thanks to good bus timing Kagome managed to get bak to the office by 7:15.
Shielding the contents of the bag from view with her arms Kagome struggled to appear normal as she passed all the employees. She was aware that a favourite staff pass time was a guessing game on what she would bring back to the office for the boss. Sometimes she would even join in by giving hints on her way out, but this time she would rather die than reveal the shopping list.
When she stepped out of the elevator on the top floor Sango's eyebrows revealed her unspoken question. Kagome could only shake her head to silently answer that it wasn't something she could talk about.
Not pushing the subject Sango knocked on Sesshomaru's door and opened it for Kagome since her hands were full. As Kagome walked by she whispered her thanks, covering her graditude for the door and for her understanding the situation.
After the door closed behind her Kagome faced her tormentor with as stern an expression as she could. "I got everything on your questionable list Mr. Taishou. And I have to say that I have never been more humiliated."
She regretted saying that last sentence the second she said it. The light she'd seen in his eyes earlier that morning was back and his mouth seemed to be tilting up into a smirk. 'Oh no.'
Despite his expression screaming diabolical intentions his voice remained monotone, "Thank you Ms. Higurashi. Leave the bag on the chair. That will be all for now."
Kagome nearly dropped the bag on the floor she was so startled by his words. Not once in their working relationship had he ever thanked her. Hearing him say it now made the hairs on her arms and neck stand on end.
Taking advantage of the dismissal she practically threw the bag onto the chair before making a speedy exit.
Rather than going back to her desk Kagome ran to Sango and grabbed for her a hug, "Wha- Kagome what's wrong?"
"I'm so scared. I think I'm going to quit." Kagome shivered remembering the smirk. She was truly terrified not knowing what he was planning for her.
Sango had seen Kagome scared before but this was definitely the worst she'd ever seen her. "What happened? You were in there for a minute at most."
"I'm not allowed to say what I went to get him but he thanked me Sango. He said the words 'thank you.' He was smirking while he said it and his eyes were practically glowing!"
Sango's mouth dropped open in shock, "That is majorly not good. Maybe you should quit."
"I'm doing it right now before I change my mind." Kagome went to her desk and opened her office email program. Just as she put the mouse on the 'new email' button a message from Sesshomaru popped up in her inbox.
Having been conditioned to never ignore an email from a higher authority Kagome opened the email.
Ms. Higurashi.
I require you to remain after hours to assist me in a new business proposal. As well any notifications of your resignation shall be destroyed.'
The first sentence in the email made her heart nearly rupture from its increase in speed.
The second sentence made her dizzy and light headed from lack of oxygen since she'd stopped breathing all together.
There was no escape from him now.
