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Chapter 14
~4 years later~
"Breaking news from your entertainment report center, Glitz! Our favorite demon band is getting back together for a reunion concert to raise money for their favorite charity that has had to cut several volunteers due to the troublesome economy. Sources say that they'll be performing in New York City where the headquarters of the charity is located. Our faithful reporter, Angela, is at the scene waiting for the band to come out!"
"Thanks, Grace! You heard right, viewers, Shikon is getting back together for one night and one night early so make sure you get ready at those ticket counters! Oh. My. God. HERE THEY COME NOW! Oh, Inuyasha! Inuyasha! Could we get a few words?!"
"Keh!"
"Uh, um, well, they look like they're in a hurry! We'll see if we can get a better response from them later. Back to you, Grace! HURRY THE HELL UP, CASEY! IF WE DON'T FOLLOW THEIR CAR, WE'LL LOSE THEM!"
"That's all for now from Glitz! Tune in tonight to catch the rest of the interview with Angela! And –"
Jakotsu scoffed as he turned the television off and threw the remote over the couch. "What rubbish that show is. If they wanted ratings to go up for them, they would need a better and more flamboyant reporter. Not that little twit."
Kagome walked into the living room, placing the backing of a jade earring into her ear. "Are you ranting about that show? I thought you were over the whole fact that Seacrest stole your audition for E!"
Her roommate's eye twitched at the mention of his rival as he turned and gripped the back of the couch. "He told me that Pitt and Cruise were going to be at the spa! He is a horrible, grotesque human being! I cannot wait for the day where they run out of botex and his gargoyle face is revealed to the world."
She tried to stop the smirk that appeared on her face and turned towards the kitchen.
"Mama, is Uncle Jakie ranting again?" a little voice called out as it grew closer to the living room where the adults were.
The young woman turned and smiled at her little girl who was the exact replica of her father. Her daughter's little furry ears twitched at the different sounds and her little nose wiggled a little, taking in the scents.
Jakotsu stood from the couch and scooped her up into his arms, smiling as she giggled in delight. "I was not ranting, my dear Ginny. I was merely explaining to your mother that wonderful people like your Uncle often get robbed of fabulous experiences that could make them quite rich."
Gin, known as Ginny to her loved ones, wrapped her little arms around his neck and looked to her mother. "I think Uncle Jakie would be better than the guy on American Ibol, Mama."
Kagome chuckled and walked over to the two of them. "Idol, my love. The show is called 'American Idol'. I think your Uncle Jakie would be good on the show, too. Definitely more entertaining." She held out her arms and took her daughter and placed her back on the floor. "Now, go sit at the table and I'll get you some cereal before I have to drop you off."
Ginny pouted and her ears drooped forward. "Do I have to go to pre-school today? Can't I just come to the restaurant with you?" She pleaded with her adorable golden eyes and a little pout.
"Nice try, Ginny, but the answer is 'no'. Why don't you want to go to school today?" Kagome was in the kitchen and was pouring a bowl of cereal. Her blue eyes grew concerned as she looked back at her little girl. "Is something wrong there?"
"The other kids pick on me because I look different." She whimpered as her little lip trembled and tears started to appear in her eyes. "They tease me calling me 'dog-girl' and say that I don't have a Daddy because he didn't want a dog for a daughter."
Jakotsu's face was hard as his eyes met Kagome's.
Her mother moved from the counter and went to kneel in front of her four year-old. "I want you to listen to me very closely, Gin. Those children are nothing but bullies. They are simply jealous of your ears and don't know how to accept the fact that you're special. When they call you 'dog-girl', it is nothing to be ashamed of. You should be proud of it! As for your Daddy, that part is not true. If Mommy isn't a 'dog-girl', what do you think Daddy is?"
The little girl thought for a moment before her face lit up in excitement. "A dog-boy?"
Kagome chuckled and nodded. "Yes. A dog-boy. A very strong one, too, but that is to be kept between you, me and Uncle Jakie. So, when those kids tease you about your Daddy, I want you to be the bigger girl and ignore them. Do you understand?"
"Yes, Mama."
"Good girl." She smiled and pressed her forehead to her daughter's. "Now, go eat and then get ready, okay?"
"Okay." Ginny grinned and went to the kitchen to get the bowl of cereal and skipping to the table to eat it.
Kagome stood and walked over to Jakotsu, talking softly so her child wouldn't hear. "I thought I had talked to that teacher about this already." She growled softly. "Ginny shouldn't have to be scared of school because children are teasing her."
"You know how children are today. Most of them are bullies at such a young age. Just goes to show you what kind of parenting is going on." He replied with a frown. "Speaking of her father, I –"
She shook her head. "No, Jakotsu. You know we still have one more year of Bankotsu's contract here. The minute that my contract is fulfilled, I am taking Ginny back to California. I don't care about the Piacere piece anymore and I should've told Inuyasha about it." She sighed, rubbing her forehead in exasperation.
"You were young, Kagome, and you were caught up in a world that was different from what you were used to. You didn't know their rules and would've been devoured if you had stayed any longer." He explained softly. Hearing the chirping alarm on his phone, he turned it off and grinned. "Well, better get the munchkin to school and I will see you at work! Someone has to go grace the New York customers with the fabulousness that is me, of course!"
Kagome let out a snort and smiled. "All right. I'll see you when we get there. Ginny, put your bowl in the sink and let's get going." She grabbed her purse and checked her phone for any messages.
With fast little feet, Gin grabbed her bag and stood next to her mother. "All set!" She giggled and waved to Jakotsu. "Bye, Uncle Jakie."
"Have a good day at school, little one!" He kissed her cheek and dashed out of the apartment and into his car.
"Listen to this, Ginny. Auntie Sango said she's going to be coming for a visit in about a week or so and is going to be bringing some stuff that your Grandma got you." She chuckled and walked out of the apartment with her little girl. The two of them got into the car and took off. Kagome's brown eyes glanced up at the sky and frowned. "Hmm, looks like it might rain today. I hope I packed an umbrella."
"Inuyasha, over here! Over here! Koga!"
"OMG, SHIPPO, I LOVE YOU!"
Miroku sighed in relief as he closed the doors on the press and fans and walked over to the band he used to manage. "They're just as bad. Perhaps even worse than when all of you were still in a band together."
Shippo sighed as he relaxed in the leather chair of the conference room. "I swear to God, that girl has no life. She's followed me even when we broke up four years ago." He groaned.
Koga snickered and crossed his arms in front of his chest. "Poor you, runt. I'm sure she'd be more than happy to get close to you." He teased and looked at the man sitting in one of the chairs. "Looks like the mutt actually grew up. Must be from that wi-"
"She's not my wife." He growled as he glared at the wolf.
The fox demon frowned as he looked at his old band mate, a man he considered a brother. "What do you mean? Isn't that how you got your spot in the company?"
Inuyasha stood and walked to the window that overlooked the huge crowd of paparazzi and fans. "I spoke with the board about the six month decision and explained that was too short. I asked that they give me five years to decide if Kikyo really is a good choice to be my wife." He explained softly.
"Cutting it close, don't you think?" Koga scoffed as he stared at his former band member's back.
"I can't commit myself to her when part of me still wants Kagome."
Miroku turned towards his best friend and struggled inwardly to tell him of the secret. He had been told of how Kagome had gotten pregnant and was living here in New York City with their daughter. However, he had sworn to Sango that he would never tell Inuyasha and would leave it for Kagome to do. He was not happy with that choice. He believed that Inuyasha had every right to see his child and the fact that his best friend missed so many years of his child's life angered him.
Inuyasha's nose crinkled at the change of scent as he turned to Miroku and frowned. "What's your problem, pervert?"
Realizing that his scent would give him away, Miroku let out a laugh and scratched the back of his head. "I just realized that I forgot to tell Sango to pack my condoms."
Shippo gave him a deadpan look. "Is that why you were passed out when we picked you up on the way to the airport?"
Inuyasha turned back to look out the window, gazing at the buildings that were all over New York City. He knew that somewhere in this city was the woman who he still loved, despite what that letter had said. His plan was to come to confront her and get some kind of closure before getting with Kikyo and securing his spot in the company. He had matured over the years and had gained a merger with the music recording company that had represented his band.
Ignoring the bantering of his band mates and manager, he turned from the window and headed out the door. "I'm starving. I'm going to get something to eat while you kids keep playing." With that, he shut the door, ignoring the dropped jaws of the three men.
Kagome smiled as she greeted the customers that walked into the Band of Seven and walked them to their tables. She let out a soft sigh as she tried to stay peppy during the lunch rush. It always got so busy despite the fact that they had been open for four years. As soon as she caught a break, she stepped into the kitchen to relax.
Jakotsu passed by and smirked. "What's the matter? Getting old?"
She smirked and pointed to the corner of her eye. "I might say the same. Looks like you're developing crow's feet already. However will you catch the attention of young men if you look like you're a 40 year old man?"
He paled and grabbed one of the pans, staring at his reflection. "Why would you ever say such horrible things?!" He started pulling at his face, trying to get it to tighten. "I knew that stupid cow, Cindy Crawford's beauty supplies were nothing but cheap tricks and lies!" He cried out in anguish and left the kitchen wailing.
The young woman let out a soft laugh and pushed her bangs out of her face.
A young waiter popped his head into the kitchen. "Hey, Kagome, there's some guy on the top level requesting to see you."
Her brown eyes widened in surprised. She never really was requested for anything unless it was a small complaint about the food or if it was a business matter. She left the kitchen and jumped as she heard the loud clap of thunder as well as seeing the flash of lightning. "Great. So much for an afternoon in the park with Ginny." She sighed and made her way up the stairs.
"He's over there." The waiter pointed out as he passed her and headed back to the kitchen with the order of their patron.
She fixed her green colored dress and made her way over to the man sitting at a table in the corner. "Hello, sir, I heard you wished to see me."
Gold eyes slowly turned from the window and looked into her shocked brown ones. "Yes, I did."
Dun, dun, dun.
Sorry to leave you all on a cliffhanger, but this is a lot more than I expected to write tonight, lol. I hope you all enjoy it and please don't forget to review! I always look forward to reading those ^^
Btw, for those who don't know, "Gin" is Japanese for "Gold".
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