A/N: This is obviously the best fanfic I've ever written! No writer's block! Something I've had on everyone of my fanfics, not on this one; at least, not yet. On with the chapter!

Chapter 4: O.G.'s Instructions

"Dear, have you seen the cue? My word, I'm surprised that miss Higurashi's disappearance would cause such publicity!" Sango told her husband happily.

"Yes, I did see the cue. And overall, I am afraid Sango," Miroku stated. At her surprised expression he continued, "This publicity is bad because I just had to tell the media that we have no idea where miss Higurashi is. That and the fact that we don't a have a cast for Il Muto, and it's too be performed in three months!"

Sango's grin slid off her face, "Yes I can understand where you are coming from love. But what do we have for a star now? Miss Higurashi and Madame Tamashikwa has left, and we do not-"

She was interupted by none other than Kikyo Tamashikwa, looking to be in a towering rage. "I can't believe it! The nerve of you! Trying to keep that wench on the stage in place of me! This is a disgrace!" Kikyo was screeching. In answer to their glances she held out a letter written in graceful flowing hadnwriting that was writtin in crimson ink.

"Kikyo, your time at the Opera Populaire has expired. And as I am sure you are aware, Kagome Higurashi sang in your place last night; and did a much better job then you ever could, I'm sure. It is time to pack your bags and leave, for I am displeased by your continued performings at my opera house. O.G."

Miroku stared in disbelief at the letter before handing it too his wife who looked at with growing uneasiness. Before either could say anything, the Vicount and his older brother walked into the opera house's foyer.

"What is the meaning of this? Writing me this letter?" Kouga was fuming.

Sango saw the exasperated look upon her husband's face and took the letter. It simply said, "Do not attempt to see miss Kagome Higurashi again." Sango handed the letter to her husband and shook her head. Whoever this O.G. was, he was quite specific about how this opera house was to be run.

Miroku and Sango broke into song in an attempt to keep Kikyo as their star."Prima Donna, first lady of the stage, your devotees are on their knees to implore you."

A brisk voice interupted them, "Kagome Higurashi has returned."

Kouga looked joyfully at her, "May I see her?"

"No," Kagura replied. "She is tired and needs her rest." Kagura looked at Kara who nodded and dashed up the stairs.

She handed them a letter, "They are the terms and conditions that Kagome Higurashi has been returned to you upon." She bowed and retreated down the stairs.

They all looked expectantly at Kouga who read the letter aloud, "My esteemed mangers, as you are no doubt aware, I have returned Kagome Higurashi too you, but there are a few conditions that apply to her return. She shall be playing the Countess in the upcoming performance of 'Il Muto', and Kikyo shall be playing the pageboy. My ears shall no more be plagued by her horrendous singing. Secondly, Box Five is to be left open, something I noticed in the presentation of 'Hannibal', that was not obeyed. I hope in the near future that you will listen and obey my instructions. I remain your servant, O.G."

"Humph, I thought you would resort to childish tricks too help your lover!" Kikyo spat at Kouga.

"I do not think my brother could have written that, he was only reunited with miss Higurashi the night previous," the Count explained.

"If what you are saying is true, Sesshomaru-sama, then who is this O.G.?" Miroku asked. He looked at everyone, then said, "We will continue our plans for 'Il Muto', despite these letters. Kikyo, you shall, of course, be playing the Countess, as we could never have asked for someone with poise and grace such as yourself, and miss Higurashi shall be playing the page boy."

Kara and Kagura departed right after this announcement. "What will we tell Kagome?" Kagura was saying frantically. "She had heart set on playing that part to please her mentor!"

"Yes, I know that!" Kara added. "I'm more concerned about what he might do… all these pranks have been harmless, yes, but ultimatly, we don't know how he'd react if his pupil did not perform in the role that he wanted her too.

"Sometimes we can't do much else but listen. Give others our ears but never our hearts."

"I think Kagome's already given her heart up for bidding," Kagura told Kara sorrowfully. "It's only a matter of time. The Viscount obviously is in love with her. He'd be the perfect match for any woman."

"Speaking of perfect men," Kara steered the conversation off of Kagome as they headed toward their dorminitory. "I saw you talking to the Count. Is there a possible marriage in the future?"

"Hey! He was only asking me about the runnings of the opera house!" Kagura exclaimed softly. At Kara's piercing stare, "And whether or not I was single."

"I knew it! And what did you tell him?"

"I asked him what he meant in saying that. He replied that he thought I was a beautiful young woman with grace and prowess. I thanked him for his words and replied that I was single."

"So there could be a possible marriage in the future?"

"I'd like to see Kagome married first. Then I'll worry about myself."

"You're selfless Kagura. You can be a little selfish, there's nothing wrong with that."

"Yeah right! And you'll marry the Viscount!"

"Kara! Kagura!" Kagome muttered from her bed. She sat up as her friends walked over. "What's the news?"

"We'll start with the bad first," Kara began. "You'll be playing the pageboy, while Kikyo will be playing the Countess."

"Oh," Kagome breathed. "Well, I'll still try my best!"

"Secondly, Kagura might marry the Count!" Kara burst out. Kagura blushed and Kara was proudly beaming.

"But Kara… that would leave you without a man in your life!" Kagome told the young girl.

"I know. But I want my friends to be happy!" Kara explained. "Plus, I just haven't found the right man yet. You're lucky Kagome, you've got Kouga, and the Phantom!"

"Ah, yes. We arrive back at the Phantom," Kagura mused. "What did he look like?"

"Quite hansome actually," Kagome replied. "Sexy even."

"Unlike Kouga?" Kara joked.

"Well, Kouga's hansome alright," Kagome sighed.

"You said the Phantom and your Angel are the same," Kara suggested.

"They are," Kagome replied.

Kagura left to see what roles she and Kara would playing. Kara offered to braid Kagome's hair.

"You can talk about your experience," Kara muttered.

"It was magical. His home is beautiful; full of candles, and very attractive. He's a composer you know… and a lyricist. The song he sang me was much better then the drabble we sing in operas."

Kara had braided Kagome's hair and shoved a few hairpins in, creating a bun of sorts. Kara's hair was braided and slung over her shoulder; she had never been one for style. "But the oddest thing was, there was a striking similiarity to Sesshomaru-sama in his face."

"Kagome-chan," Kara had never used that term, not in years. "Maybe… maybe you were dreaming that. The de Chagney household is very esteemed, why would a son of theirs hide themselves away in the bowels of an opera house?"

"I remember there was mist, swirling mist upon a vast glossy lake. There were candles all around, and on the lake there was a boat. And in the boat there was a man…

"Who was that shape in the shadows? Whose is the face in the mask…?"

Kagura reenterd the room, "Mother says that we shouldn't talk of the Phantom. She abstains that he doesn't like it when people talk of him."

Kagome looked at her hands, she flexed her fingers slightly. "Well, rehersal can't start without us, now can it?"

"I don't think it can," Kara smiled. The three friends exited the room happily chatting about the roles to which they had been assigned.

My longest chapter ever. Over 1400 words. I put a lot of effort into this chapter, so you readers out had better review! (points at readers who have their mouses' hovering over the review button)

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