Disclaimer: I don't own any Inuyasha characters. Other characters are property of Dark Star.
A/N: Sorry for the extremely late update! ^^; Anyways, contrary to what I had said in Heavenly Affairs, I don't think I'm going to start yet another story…so, from now on, I'll update in alphabetical order (hope I can stick to it!). On to the story…
A n I n u y a s h a H i g h s c h o o l F i cChapter Eleven
November 2002
"I have never found a companion that was so companionable as solitude. We are for the most part more lonely when we go abroad among men than when we stay in our chambers. A man thinking or working is always alone, let him be where he will." –Henry David Thoreau, Walden
So, everyone left Sesshoumaru to be as he strolled down the sidewalk to his home after school. No one dared look him in the eye, nor could they, for he was gazing off into the distance, purposely unaware of the people scurrying around him as if he had some kind of barrier erected. The golden eyes pierced the gray-blue sky as they gazed into their depths. Wind chilled the citizens, nipping at them with its long, curling fingers. The sun, unfortunately, had decided to nap behind the cozy cover of the clouds, heavy with the weight of oncoming snow. Sesshoumaru, of course, was aware of everything; he just chose to ignore it all.
His backpack tapped lightly on his back as he moved effortlessly through the hordes of people. It was, indeed, wonderful that he could move as such. Perhaps there was something in his posture, maybe his appearance, or perhaps the striking sunlit eyes that drove the Tokyo-goers away. Whatever it was, he was thankful for it. For, although he wanted, no, demanded to be noticed, it was not in such a way that people would bother him or gawk at him. If they did, then he did not know because they would do it after they had passed his tall figure. Many a girl would just stop and stare at his retreating figure, longing to be noticed by him but never taking the chance of disturbing the silent pedestrian.
The crowds thinned as he neared the strange estate called his home. Rounding the corner, he was met by the familiar sight of the elaborate entrance, fanning out on both sides and lined with tall trees. Really, it was odd that so much land in Tokyo would be dedicated to this house, but in a way, you really could consider it an office, so…maybe that made it okay? He fished around in his pocket for the intricate key to an intricate glass door. Why can't my father be simpler in his taste? Sesshoumaru allowed a soft sigh to escape his lips as he shook his head at the lavish carved glass door and pushed the key into the keyhole, pulling on the handle of the elegant, perhaps maybe too elegant, door.
He slipped off his shoes, replacing the key in his pocket and hanging up his coat. Familiar aromas of incense floated through the entrance hall, flanked by the scent of fresh laundry and a clean house. Inuyasha, it seems by the evident silence of the home, had gone out somewhere, probably with Kagome. Voices graced with good humor and seriousness echoed from behind a door near him. He turned toward it when it swung open and revealed two men, or rather, one man, one teenager. One of them was his father and the other a young man with wavy raven-black hair, tied back into a ponytail at the base of his neck. Sesshoumaru hadn't seen him before.
"So the next meeting will be at," the young man started, trailing off.
"It will be held at the company building. Your secretary should handle the rest of the details," his father finished for him, gesturing for him to walk ahead of him.
"Right," the boy said, embarrassed, "and I'll go over the papers once more tonight to make the final adjustments."
"Excellent! And I will go over my half, and the merger should be done within a few months!"
His father gestured toward the door and noticed Sesshoumaru.
"Oh!" he exclaimed, "I don't believe you've met my son, have you, Naraku-san?"
"No, I don't believe I have," said the boy, now identified as Naraku.
"Well, this is my eldest son Sesshoumaru," his father said proudly. "Sesshoumaru, this is Naraku-san, soon-to-be head of our rival company."
"Nice to meet you, Sesshoumaru," Naraku said courteously, extending his hand.
"And you, Naraku-san," Sesshoumaru returned almost curtly, brusquely shaking his hand.
"Well, I must be off, now!" Naraku said, turning back to Sesshoumaru's father.
"And I'll see you tomorrow," Inutaisho said, shaking his hand.
Sesshoumaru turned on his heal and ascended the stairs to his room, taking his backpack and jacket with him. So what? He just met one of the richest guys in Japan; he was probably up with one of them, but how was he to know? His father was more successful then he had ever imagined. Sesshoumaru knew not of the wealth his father had acquired over the years as he grew more distant from his family. It did not seem, though, that he cared. So, he was left unaware when Naraku cast one wistful, longing glance in his direction before exiting the house and descending the steps to a waiting limousine.
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Takekawa Naraku was a successful young tycoon. His parents died at a young age, leaving everything they had ever owned to him. Naraku was not a stupid person, quite intelligent by human standards actually. He lent control of the money over to a trusted family advisor until he was old and experienced enough to take control of the company. Needless to say, the advisor screwed with the money without permission by Naraku and was, by Takekawa's hand, sent to prison for 20 years. Naraku was a clever boy. In fact, he wanted to become a lawyer. And if Naraku wanted to be a lawyer, then hell, he would be a lawyer. He had just enough money to get anything he wanted, anything at all, and it would be his in a matter of weeks, days, hours, minutes, seconds, anything he wanted. It was, in a way, scary to see such a minor have so much power, but there was nothing in the law that said he couldn't, so it was left alone. However, there was one flaw, if you could call it that, in Naraku. He was beautiful, handsome, rich, smart, successful, and most of all, stubborn, but he was also gay. Of course, no one knew. No, he had to keep it a secret. Only if one looked close enough would he see the attraction in Naraku's eyes when he had gazed at Sesshoumaru. And poor Sesshoumaru didn't have a clue.
Naraku smirked as he got into the sleek new black limousine. It would be a nice game of cat and mouse. Besides, from the looks of it, Sesshoumaru's beauty seemed strange if he wasn't gay. It would all work out in Naraku's favor in the end. Of course it would. Leaning back against the expensive leather seat, he closed his eyes in thought. Besides, I'll see him so much more often now that we're discussing the merger…hopefully…it will be complete and set in a few days…and in that time span, I can watch Sesshoumaru. Naraku mixed himself a drink from the bar built into the car. Sipping slowly, his body began to relax from the day's stress. So he was only a high school freshman. Who cares? He was getting everything done right. After all, "If you want something done, do it yourself," right?
A/N: And so ends the 11th chapter of "An Inuyasha High School Fic". You know what I said at the beginning? About not starting another story? Well, I've got a basic plan (in my head) for a new story. ^^; Then again, it's not your average storyline. If I really did go through with it, it would be a Naraku/Kagome, sorry to say. I've been wanting to write one for a long time. ^_^ And the idea occurred to me after writing "Heavenly Affairs". The review responses are as follows.
Review Responses:
CX-chan-Well, yano, it'll be Sess/Kag soon enough, but I've got to organize everything out, yano. ^_^ I hope you like the story!
Sionga-Yes, I know Kikyou's a real !@#$%, but she's got to not be in order for this story to work, so I'll try to change that. ^^; I hope my writing's effective.
Animefan-Glad you like it! It's here now! ^___^
aoshigal-I'm flattered. ^_^ I know, Sess/Kag seems to really click with me. I really don't get the Inu/Kag stories. -_-; I mean…I just don't…really…yea…don't listen to me, I'm crazy.
Gwenivere-Yea, Inu and Kag will eventually, but not dramatically, break up. Cut me some slack, I'm workin' on it! =P
Miyumi-I think I told you how to post a story already, not sure, but…yea. I'm sorry I don't share your opinion on Fluffy (neither do 99.9% of these reviewers) but I do hope you continue reading. Then again, it's okay if you don't because I don't very much enjoy reading Inu/Kags, either. ^_^
The Mental One-Jeez, are you and Miyumi DEAF?! Or rather, ILLITERATE?! Inu/Kag just DOES NOT FLY with me! Go read one of Miyumi's fics!!! Cough I'm sorry if I kinda flamed you, but…I put specifically that this will, in the end, be a Sess/Kag, don't complain if you want otherwise.
Rinoa-I hate Kikyou, too!!! ^_^ I even forgot to put her in the timeline of events for this story!!! (helps me organize my thoughts) ^^; And she's supposed to be part of the ending! HAHA! *pulls out Kikyou and starts throwing darts at her* I hate you!! *throws dart* Ya hear?! *throws another dart* And half of the reviewers want me to KILL YOU!!!! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!
Lunakitty-Do you love it now? =D
just peachy-Yea, I know, isn't she? XD
baby-vox-Naraku is in the story, as you can see. ^_^ Yea, I like Naraku, he's perfect for any role I wanna throw him in. *raises her hand and says Kikyou is a bitch n a player*
holly-Thanks! Thanks! Thanks! I agree!!!! ^_____^
vicious-wolf-*stares incredulously* You mean you didn't want it to be a Sess/Kag??? *sobs* As for Kikyou/Inuyasha, it may or may not be, you'll just have to see! ^_^
Cappie-chan-Aiy! You reviewed! ^_^ I LOVE YOU!!! (no, not in that way) Well, I'll try very hard to stick to one season. *nervous* And about them joining a sport…it's really not intended to happen anywhere, but I might consider it. ^_^
ice-cold-Glad you're having fun! Lol
Josephine Laura-One, I hope I spelled that right. ^^; And yes, I hope so, too, but…I'm not entirely sure how the ending's gonna turn out. ^^; Please bear with me!
DemonBlade-Arigatoo! Appreciate your support!
Kani-Ummm…well…ya see…eto…you'll just have to read. It's not really for me to decide but rather how you interpret my writing. ^_^ At this point, I could say that Sess loves Kag or the other way around. Then again, I could say they both love each other as misery loves company. ^^ That's for you to decide! ^_^
Zombie-First of all, I love your pen name. (lol) And, I'm glad you like it. I didn't think reading it would be that fun. After all, Sess/Kag is where all the juicy stuff is. ^.~
Itadakimasu-I like your pen name, too! =D Love the word! Itadakimasu! Itadakimasu! Okay. *cough* Well, unfortunately, I'll have to revert back to a likeable Kikyou in the end. ^^; You'll see why. As much as I'd had to do it, I can't do anything else. ^^; I know you're confused at this, but you'll find out. ^_^
A ses/kag fan-Favorite writer already? *bows* You flatter me with your compliments, dear lady/sir. I like Sess/Kag, too! It's my favorite!!! =D
Celyia-Love that you love it cause I love you!!! HAHAHAHAHA!!! You have to update soon! ^_^ I miss your updates!!!
anonymous-Glad ya love 'em. ^_^ I luvya for it!
Reigufu, Sesshoumaru's wife-You!!! *points* HOW DARE YOU CLAIM SESSHOUMARU AS YOUR OWN?! HE'S MINE!!! *pulls Fluffy away from Reigufu* MINE!!! *sobbing*
apie-Well then, I'll just have to get you to sympathize with her a bit, now won't I? Wow, that's gonna be hard, considering I don't even like her.
kawaii chibi inu-*nudges Kikyou* I told you they wanted you dead! ^___^ As much as I'd like to kill Kikyou, I cannot. ^^ It would go against…umm…well…nothing, really, but I just can't. ^_^
Lyn/Lin-And more there is! Keep reviewing!
Jeez! That really takes a long time! ^^; Whaddya think? Should I continue to respond to reviews? ^_^ I know I like to receive review responses, but I'm not sure if the feeling's mutual. ^^; I know the chapter was short, it seemed to me, anyways, and there's really not much to read, but hey, I got it out, huh? ^_^ Well, please don't criticize me too harshly on it. ^^; I know it's really dragging along, but please bear with me.
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~*~*~Dark Star~*~*~
P.S. I got a new e-mail address if anyone needs to know. It's: StaroftheDark12@aol.com
P.P.S. Just to clarify, Inutaisho is Sesshou's dad. I didn't want to find a new name for him. =P