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From Our Past
Chapter 3 Missing Species
Kagome followed Ms. Tagonaga to a waiting limo in the parking area of the basement. She glanced at the young woman from time to time as they traveled to a nice area in the upper class part of town. Patiently she tried to wait for the car to reach its destination but finally boredom got the better of her and she needed to know more.
"By the way Ms. Tagonaga you may call me Kagome. I prefer working on a first name basis. It seems to help people to relax around new partners. What would your name be? That is if you don't mind giving it?" Kagome smiled earnestly at her to show she was sincere.
"It is Sango, I am happy to meet you Kagome." Sango smiled back with a sigh. "I was very nervous to meet you. There have been so many stories about your success in saving youkai and being able to even help in the capture of corrupt ones. It is a great honor to be your assistant." She gave a small knod of her head for a bow. The enthusiasm showed in her pretty face.
"I am very happy to meet you too Sango but you are my partner not just an assistant. Most of the work will require both of our efforts and if I decide to take this on, I will be depending on you to help me in more ways then you may not be ready for. I would love to say that it was all me that did all that but I have a very good team of experts at my beckon call. I think you will like them they are all very good at what they do and are ready in a pinch. Perhaps there is more you can tell me about this case. It seems very sketchy to say the least. Does the Company have enough evidence to nail this guy or are they only speculating." She had leaned back after shaking hands with Sango.
"Wow they said you were up front I guess they weren't kidding." Sango giggled a little when Kagome blushed but smiled at her. "I am glad you are not a bossy sort it makes getting the job done allot easier. I was chosen for this job because of my abilities in fighting and athletics. I am pretty good with some electronics too computers mostly. I can tell we will get along fabulously." She patted Kagome's hand gently then continued. "To get back to your question, we have been working on getting enough evidence but our problem is the youkai are disappearing without a trace. It is like they are there one day then poof gone. Our spies have not been able to tell us if any are even arriving at his facilities."
"Hmmm doesn't seem like much to go on. We can discuss this more after we get settled in and I have a chance to look at the file. Is the information uploaded to the computer." She looked at the huge mansion that was coming into view. "Wow this place is big!" Sango giggled at her response to the mansion.
"This is one of our safe houses. There will be other people there but our quarters is in back in one of the guest houses for privacy. I have the key here and the driver will take us straight to the front door. Your bags have already been delivered and taken into your room." Sango got out when the limo driver opened the door for them and led the way into the house. Kagome was impressed at its layout. It was totally self sufficient. She had a king size bed with a Jacuzzi bath and a huge walk in shower with five shower heads. As Sango had promised her bags were waiting for her at the end of her bed. There was more space then what she needed in the dressers and the walk in closet but she was glad to have it anyway. The space in hotels was usually small and never enough. After putting her things away she opened her briefcase and pulled out the file to take into the dinning room with her.
Sango offered her some green tea which she took gratefully. They spent most the afternoon noon going over the files and looking for more information on the computer. They printed off some of the things they thought they may need then Sango made an information board out of the patio door by taping pieces of paper and photos on it as Kagome instructed her where they should go. After they were done they had a pretty good view of most the information they needed to get started. Kagome stood in front of it pondering over the relationship that the one man with silver hair named I. Takamoru and the dark haired man named M. Houshiama had with Mr. Iyoutai. It seemed as if they were nothing more then employees. Both had excellent references from Yale and Harvard with both majoring in Business Law with minors in Business Administration.
The one thing she noticed was how similar their files were. Both had even worked for Iyoutai Corp. since they graduated from collage. Their records were clean, almost too clean. Sango went to make more tea as Kagome stood in front of the pictures of the two staring at them intently. The afternoon sun had began to lower into the western sky as the after noon turned to early evening. Its rays were slowly working their way along the glass door and illuminating all the papers taped there. As the sun light spread across the photos her eyes caught something. She stared at Mr. Takamoru's face intently. It was like the photo had been over laid with another. Her smile widened as she gazed into his eyes.
"Sango come here and look at this. I think I found something but want another set of eyes." She smiled enthusiastically as Sango walked over and handed her a cup of tea. Sango looked hard at the photos with the sun light showing through them. Her eyes became wide with surprise and her mouth dropped open.
"His picture has been over laid with another. Look at the eyes." She blurted out excitedly.
"Or he is wearing contacts. I'm not sure but I know someone who can help us find out." Kagome went back in her room and grabbed her cell phone. She quickly dialed as she walked back out to the dinning room. "Yes is Shippo there. No this is important I need him now. Thanks." There was a small bit of silence then she smiled. "Hi kiddo hows it going. Yeah this is really important. How soon can you get here? I need you to bring your equipment. Yes we can pick you up at the airport. Ok see you in the morning." She grinned widely. Sango was staring at her intently with a questioning look on her face. "Oh sorry but we are going to need the best and Shippo is about the best there is." Kagome gave her a weak smile.
"I probably could have found it out or someone in the company would. You didn't need to call in more help." Sango looked a little hurt.
"Again I apologize but I do have my own methods and we don't have much time. I need you for more important things besides I want to keep this as hush as possible. I know you trust your people but I don't know them there could be someone leaking information and that is why the Company couldn't get more on this case. According to the file the next company purchase is going to be in less then a month. We need to get in close before then and get this taken care of. What else do we know about these two?" Sango sighed and stared at the pages on the wall again.
"Hmmm...maybe the personal information is still on the table." Carefully she rummaged through it. "Here it is." She smiled and handed Kagome the pages for Mr. Takamoru then began to look at the ones for Mr. Houshiama. They both studied the pages carefully. After a bit there was a knock on the door and a butler from the main house brought them a tray with food for super. Sango accepted this graciously then set to work filling plates for them. When she approached the table Kagome had Mr. Houshiama's papers in front of her. She got a very devious smile on her face.
"Sango where is the club called Cloud #9?" Kagome didn't loose her smile as she looked up at Sango's surprised face.
"Wow that is a pretty plush VIP club. Why?" She set the plates down on the table.
"Oh just a thought. Can you get us admitted in tonight? I mean it is only what like 5 p.m. and we got time to spare. Besides they both like to hang out there when in town. They are in town right?" She smiled as she picked up her chopsticks and began to eat.
"Well yes they are in town but I am not sure about the admittance. I mean they usually have those set up months in advance."
"Oh well if you don't think you can use your computer to hack their data base then I guess we will be bored tonight but if they are there we can get a first hand look at both. We will just have to be careful not to give ourselves away." She smirked at the look on Sango's face.
"I am as good as any of those little snot nosed hackers out there and better then most of the pros. Getting into their data base won't be a problem but they may have already done their lists for today. I don't know but could try." Sango spit out indignantly.
"Well then I suggest you get too it. I will get our clothes ready." Kagome grabbed her cell phone again and began making some calls. Sango took her plate into the computer room and started working on cracking the security system of said club. All the time mumbling something about indecent looks and rude people. Kagome just shook her head then made arrangements for the clothing store to stay open longer for her. Vico had never let her down yet and he had a local store with exactly what they needed. All she needed to do was go get the items at the store and return quickly.
"Sango how is it going in there?" She glanced in after she grabbed her purse. "I am headed to the clothing store to get our clothes. Will you have it by the time I get back or do I need to call Shippo?" Kagome knew she was goading her by the growl Sango gave her. Her eyes shot daggers at Kagome. All Kagome could do was giggle. "I take it your answer is yes you will have it?"
"Hai." Was all Sango said then turned back to her computer. Kagome left to get the limo driver to take her to the store. It didn't take long to find what she was looking for and return. Just as she got back into the limo with all the bags her cell phone rang.
"Yes? Oh hello Hojo. No I don't need you here just Shippo for right now. No you don't have to worry I am fine. This isn't going to be like the last time. I am fine really if I need you I will call. Ok thanks for being concerned. Bye." She shook her head in self pity wondering if that guy would ever get the hint. After the limo dropped her off she all but skipped into the house with her selections for them to wear. Sango was coming out of the computer room with her now empty plate and a sour look on her face. Kagome didn't like this look. "You didn't get it?" She looked disappointedly at Sango but she only gave her a look of defiance.
"Of course I did and I even printed it for them. I just don't like the idea of going to that place. All the women that hang out there are sluts. They parade themselves around like pieces of meat ready to be taken home by the highest bidder." Sango plopped down in a chair at the table with a disgusted look on her face.
"Oh well then what kind of wrapping would you like to be in? Semi revealing for the lower cuts or very revealing for the prime cuts?" Kagome pulled out a deep blue cat suit with a low back and then a very short dress with a revealing back where the straps hung in a crisscross pattern loosely across it. She also pulled out ankle high healed boots and a waist length tan leather jacket that she placed on the cat suit along with a gold chain belt. Digging deeper into the bag she produced very sheer nylons with a seam up the back of them and black healed sandals that laced to the ankle which she put on the short dress. "Your choice but you are coming with me." Kagome beamed at her. Sango growled and snatched up the cat suit with its accessories.
"All right but I'm not going to like it." She scowled at Kagome before disappearing into her bedroom to get ready. 'This should prove to be an interesting night.' Kagome smiled to herself. After almost an hour of waiting Kagome finally invaded Sango's room to find out what was taking her so long. She found her setting on the bed with the pillow on her face and hunched over. Kagome sat down nest to her and put a comforting hand on her back.
"Sango what is the matter?" Sango finally looked up at her with a face as red as a tomatoe.
"I can't wear this. It is like.... just....so...damn tight. It leaves nothing for the imagination." She groaned and buried her face in the pillow again. Kagome faught back a giggle and patted her on the back again.
"Don't feel that way. It fits you rather well I think. You have nothing to be ashamed of. Your body is beautiful just like your face. Here I can help you with make up." Kagome went to the vanity and rested her hands on the back of the chair in hopes that Sango would come out of her caccoon.
"I have never worn anything like this before. I feel almost naked. I don't know if I can do this." She mumbled from the pillow. Kagome sighed and walked back over to where she sat.
"I used to feel the same way but you know that you are not expected to sleep with anyone and you don't have to take any crap from them. Just be yourself and go with the flow. You look great and with a little help from me on your makeup you will be the most beautiful girl there." Kagome held the brush up to show her that she was more then willing to help her finish.
"Oh sure. I will look like something the cat drug in compared to those models and rich girls that hang out there." She looked up at Kagome and was astonished in her transformation. Slowly she gave her the look over from the way she pulled her hair back to how lovely her legs looked in that short dress. "Ummm...I guess I can try. But if I want to leave can we?" She looked hopeful as Kagome started to brush her long dark hair.
"Not until I at least make contact. Of course that depends on if they are there. What time do we have to be there?" She pulled Sango's hair up into a high pony tail so that it flowed down the back of her head and over her back. Then she walked over to the vanity to look at her makeup selection which she found to be very skimpy.
"Around 8:30 p.m. That will give us time to find a nice place to set. It doesn't really start to get packed until around ten or so." Sango gave Kagome a sheepish look when she turned around and saw her scowling at her. "I don't really have a need for make up much." Sango grinned. With a huff Kagome went into her room and brought in a makeup case full of things. After about thirty minutes of work and trying this then that Kagome was finally satisfied and let Sango look. She was amazed how nice it made her look and she didn't look over made up either. It was a very natural look. "I like, thank you." She beamed at Kagome.
"Ok it is about eight so we better get on the road. Call up the limo driver and don't forget a wallet or purse with I.D. just in case." Kagome picked up her makeup then headed back into her room. She grabbed her silk purse and put her wallet, cell phone, lipstick and perfume in it then went to the front door to find Sango already standing there. "Did you get your I.D.?" She looked at Sango's emtpy hands.
"Can't bring the wallet. It has my badge in it so I have my I.D. and credit card here in this little pocket." She pulled them out of the inside pocked of the jacket. "Shall we go?" She held the door open for Kagome. The limo driver was waiting with the car door open as they came out. A smile spred across his face as they approached him.
"Wow, Sango I don't think I have ever seen you look quite like that. I mean you always looked good but.....WOW!" He gave her a crooked smile as she started to get into the car.
"Umm.. thanks Charlie. I appreciate it." She blushed and held her hand up to her cheek. Kagome smiled at her knowingly. All they could do now was wait to pull up in front of the club and hope all went well.
From Our Past
Chapter 3 Missing Species
Kagome followed Ms. Tagonaga to a waiting limo in the parking area of the basement. She glanced at the young woman from time to time as they traveled to a nice area in the upper class part of town. Patiently she tried to wait for the car to reach its destination but finally boredom got the better of her and she needed to know more.
"By the way Ms. Tagonaga you may call me Kagome. I prefer working on a first name basis. It seems to help people to relax around new partners. What would your name be? That is if you don't mind giving it?" Kagome smiled earnestly at her to show she was sincere.
"It is Sango, I am happy to meet you Kagome." Sango smiled back with a sigh. "I was very nervous to meet you. There have been so many stories about your success in saving youkai and being able to even help in the capture of corrupt ones. It is a great honor to be your assistant." She gave a small knod of her head for a bow. The enthusiasm showed in her pretty face.
"I am very happy to meet you too Sango but you are my partner not just an assistant. Most of the work will require both of our efforts and if I decide to take this on, I will be depending on you to help me in more ways then you may not be ready for. I would love to say that it was all me that did all that but I have a very good team of experts at my beckon call. I think you will like them they are all very good at what they do and are ready in a pinch. Perhaps there is more you can tell me about this case. It seems very sketchy to say the least. Does the Company have enough evidence to nail this guy or are they only speculating." She had leaned back after shaking hands with Sango.
"Wow they said you were up front I guess they weren't kidding." Sango giggled a little when Kagome blushed but smiled at her. "I am glad you are not a bossy sort it makes getting the job done allot easier. I was chosen for this job because of my abilities in fighting and athletics. I am pretty good with some electronics too computers mostly. I can tell we will get along fabulously." She patted Kagome's hand gently then continued. "To get back to your question, we have been working on getting enough evidence but our problem is the youkai are disappearing without a trace. It is like they are there one day then poof gone. Our spies have not been able to tell us if any are even arriving at his facilities."
"Hmmm doesn't seem like much to go on. We can discuss this more after we get settled in and I have a chance to look at the file. Is the information uploaded to the computer." She looked at the huge mansion that was coming into view. "Wow this place is big!" Sango giggled at her response to the mansion.
"This is one of our safe houses. There will be other people there but our quarters is in back in one of the guest houses for privacy. I have the key here and the driver will take us straight to the front door. Your bags have already been delivered and taken into your room." Sango got out when the limo driver opened the door for them and led the way into the house. Kagome was impressed at its layout. It was totally self sufficient. She had a king size bed with a Jacuzzi bath and a huge walk in shower with five shower heads. As Sango had promised her bags were waiting for her at the end of her bed. There was more space then what she needed in the dressers and the walk in closet but she was glad to have it anyway. The space in hotels was usually small and never enough. After putting her things away she opened her briefcase and pulled out the file to take into the dinning room with her.
Sango offered her some green tea which she took gratefully. They spent most the afternoon noon going over the files and looking for more information on the computer. They printed off some of the things they thought they may need then Sango made an information board out of the patio door by taping pieces of paper and photos on it as Kagome instructed her where they should go. After they were done they had a pretty good view of most the information they needed to get started. Kagome stood in front of it pondering over the relationship that the one man with silver hair named I. Takamoru and the dark haired man named M. Houshiama had with Mr. Iyoutai. It seemed as if they were nothing more then employees. Both had excellent references from Yale and Harvard with both majoring in Business Law with minors in Business Administration.
The one thing she noticed was how similar their files were. Both had even worked for Iyoutai Corp. since they graduated from collage. Their records were clean, almost too clean. Sango went to make more tea as Kagome stood in front of the pictures of the two staring at them intently. The afternoon sun had began to lower into the western sky as the after noon turned to early evening. Its rays were slowly working their way along the glass door and illuminating all the papers taped there. As the sun light spread across the photos her eyes caught something. She stared at Mr. Takamoru's face intently. It was like the photo had been over laid with another. Her smile widened as she gazed into his eyes.
"Sango come here and look at this. I think I found something but want another set of eyes." She smiled enthusiastically as Sango walked over and handed her a cup of tea. Sango looked hard at the photos with the sun light showing through them. Her eyes became wide with surprise and her mouth dropped open.
"His picture has been over laid with another. Look at the eyes." She blurted out excitedly.
"Or he is wearing contacts. I'm not sure but I know someone who can help us find out." Kagome went back in her room and grabbed her cell phone. She quickly dialed as she walked back out to the dinning room. "Yes is Shippo there. No this is important I need him now. Thanks." There was a small bit of silence then she smiled. "Hi kiddo hows it going. Yeah this is really important. How soon can you get here? I need you to bring your equipment. Yes we can pick you up at the airport. Ok see you in the morning." She grinned widely. Sango was staring at her intently with a questioning look on her face. "Oh sorry but we are going to need the best and Shippo is about the best there is." Kagome gave her a weak smile.
"I probably could have found it out or someone in the company would. You didn't need to call in more help." Sango looked a little hurt.
"Again I apologize but I do have my own methods and we don't have much time. I need you for more important things besides I want to keep this as hush as possible. I know you trust your people but I don't know them there could be someone leaking information and that is why the Company couldn't get more on this case. According to the file the next company purchase is going to be in less then a month. We need to get in close before then and get this taken care of. What else do we know about these two?" Sango sighed and stared at the pages on the wall again.
"Hmmm...maybe the personal information is still on the table." Carefully she rummaged through it. "Here it is." She smiled and handed Kagome the pages for Mr. Takamoru then began to look at the ones for Mr. Houshiama. They both studied the pages carefully. After a bit there was a knock on the door and a butler from the main house brought them a tray with food for super. Sango accepted this graciously then set to work filling plates for them. When she approached the table Kagome had Mr. Houshiama's papers in front of her. She got a very devious smile on her face.
"Sango where is the club called Cloud #9?" Kagome didn't loose her smile as she looked up at Sango's surprised face.
"Wow that is a pretty plush VIP club. Why?" She set the plates down on the table.
"Oh just a thought. Can you get us admitted in tonight? I mean it is only what like 5 p.m. and we got time to spare. Besides they both like to hang out there when in town. They are in town right?" She smiled as she picked up her chopsticks and began to eat.
"Well yes they are in town but I am not sure about the admittance. I mean they usually have those set up months in advance."
"Oh well if you don't think you can use your computer to hack their data base then I guess we will be bored tonight but if they are there we can get a first hand look at both. We will just have to be careful not to give ourselves away." She smirked at the look on Sango's face.
"I am as good as any of those little snot nosed hackers out there and better then most of the pros. Getting into their data base won't be a problem but they may have already done their lists for today. I don't know but could try." Sango spit out indignantly.
"Well then I suggest you get too it. I will get our clothes ready." Kagome grabbed her cell phone again and began making some calls. Sango took her plate into the computer room and started working on cracking the security system of said club. All the time mumbling something about indecent looks and rude people. Kagome just shook her head then made arrangements for the clothing store to stay open longer for her. Vico had never let her down yet and he had a local store with exactly what they needed. All she needed to do was go get the items at the store and return quickly.
"Sango how is it going in there?" She glanced in after she grabbed her purse. "I am headed to the clothing store to get our clothes. Will you have it by the time I get back or do I need to call Shippo?" Kagome knew she was goading her by the growl Sango gave her. Her eyes shot daggers at Kagome. All Kagome could do was giggle. "I take it your answer is yes you will have it?"
"Hai." Was all Sango said then turned back to her computer. Kagome left to get the limo driver to take her to the store. It didn't take long to find what she was looking for and return. Just as she got back into the limo with all the bags her cell phone rang.
"Yes? Oh hello Hojo. No I don't need you here just Shippo for right now. No you don't have to worry I am fine. This isn't going to be like the last time. I am fine really if I need you I will call. Ok thanks for being concerned. Bye." She shook her head in self pity wondering if that guy would ever get the hint. After the limo dropped her off she all but skipped into the house with her selections for them to wear. Sango was coming out of the computer room with her now empty plate and a sour look on her face. Kagome didn't like this look. "You didn't get it?" She looked disappointedly at Sango but she only gave her a look of defiance.
"Of course I did and I even printed it for them. I just don't like the idea of going to that place. All the women that hang out there are sluts. They parade themselves around like pieces of meat ready to be taken home by the highest bidder." Sango plopped down in a chair at the table with a disgusted look on her face.
"Oh well then what kind of wrapping would you like to be in? Semi revealing for the lower cuts or very revealing for the prime cuts?" Kagome pulled out a deep blue cat suit with a low back and then a very short dress with a revealing back where the straps hung in a crisscross pattern loosely across it. She also pulled out ankle high healed boots and a waist length tan leather jacket that she placed on the cat suit along with a gold chain belt. Digging deeper into the bag she produced very sheer nylons with a seam up the back of them and black healed sandals that laced to the ankle which she put on the short dress. "Your choice but you are coming with me." Kagome beamed at her. Sango growled and snatched up the cat suit with its accessories.
"All right but I'm not going to like it." She scowled at Kagome before disappearing into her bedroom to get ready. 'This should prove to be an interesting night.' Kagome smiled to herself. After almost an hour of waiting Kagome finally invaded Sango's room to find out what was taking her so long. She found her setting on the bed with the pillow on her face and hunched over. Kagome sat down nest to her and put a comforting hand on her back.
"Sango what is the matter?" Sango finally looked up at her with a face as red as a tomatoe.
"I can't wear this. It is like.... just....so...damn tight. It leaves nothing for the imagination." She groaned and buried her face in the pillow again. Kagome faught back a giggle and patted her on the back again.
"Don't feel that way. It fits you rather well I think. You have nothing to be ashamed of. Your body is beautiful just like your face. Here I can help you with make up." Kagome went to the vanity and rested her hands on the back of the chair in hopes that Sango would come out of her caccoon.
"I have never worn anything like this before. I feel almost naked. I don't know if I can do this." She mumbled from the pillow. Kagome sighed and walked back over to where she sat.
"I used to feel the same way but you know that you are not expected to sleep with anyone and you don't have to take any crap from them. Just be yourself and go with the flow. You look great and with a little help from me on your makeup you will be the most beautiful girl there." Kagome held the brush up to show her that she was more then willing to help her finish.
"Oh sure. I will look like something the cat drug in compared to those models and rich girls that hang out there." She looked up at Kagome and was astonished in her transformation. Slowly she gave her the look over from the way she pulled her hair back to how lovely her legs looked in that short dress. "Ummm...I guess I can try. But if I want to leave can we?" She looked hopeful as Kagome started to brush her long dark hair.
"Not until I at least make contact. Of course that depends on if they are there. What time do we have to be there?" She pulled Sango's hair up into a high pony tail so that it flowed down the back of her head and over her back. Then she walked over to the vanity to look at her makeup selection which she found to be very skimpy.
"Around 8:30 p.m. That will give us time to find a nice place to set. It doesn't really start to get packed until around ten or so." Sango gave Kagome a sheepish look when she turned around and saw her scowling at her. "I don't really have a need for make up much." Sango grinned. With a huff Kagome went into her room and brought in a makeup case full of things. After about thirty minutes of work and trying this then that Kagome was finally satisfied and let Sango look. She was amazed how nice it made her look and she didn't look over made up either. It was a very natural look. "I like, thank you." She beamed at Kagome.
"Ok it is about eight so we better get on the road. Call up the limo driver and don't forget a wallet or purse with I.D. just in case." Kagome picked up her makeup then headed back into her room. She grabbed her silk purse and put her wallet, cell phone, lipstick and perfume in it then went to the front door to find Sango already standing there. "Did you get your I.D.?" She looked at Sango's emtpy hands.
"Can't bring the wallet. It has my badge in it so I have my I.D. and credit card here in this little pocket." She pulled them out of the inside pocked of the jacket. "Shall we go?" She held the door open for Kagome. The limo driver was waiting with the car door open as they came out. A smile spred across his face as they approached him.
"Wow, Sango I don't think I have ever seen you look quite like that. I mean you always looked good but.....WOW!" He gave her a crooked smile as she started to get into the car.
"Umm.. thanks Charlie. I appreciate it." She blushed and held her hand up to her cheek. Kagome smiled at her knowingly. All they could do now was wait to pull up in front of the club and hope all went well.