Diner Job
Summary: Kagome worked in a small, boring diner. She was a waitress for a handsome man, who offered her a better job with his company...Her past has come back to haunt her. She's being chased by strange people. But why now?
Disclaimer: After all these chapters I still don't own Inuyasha.
Last Time:
Just then the station went blank. It seemed strange to Kagome. She quickly checked all the other news stations, but there was nothing else.
"Must be technical difficulties. But the man seems oddly familiar. Oh well." Kagome said to herself and went to her room to prepare the bed.
Sango walked into the room with a light pink nightgown on and climbed into bed beside Kagome. They chatted softly about Miroku before falling asleep.
Meanwhile, in the alleyway beside Kagome's apartment building stood a man dressed in black.
"Kagome, your time will come soon." Then he disappeared into the night.
Chapter 12The next morning both Kagome and Sango were anxious, yet for different reasons. Kagome was going back to her old work place where she had many memories, and Sango was going to see Miroku at the hospital.
"SHIPPO! Hurry up! You're going to be late!" Kagome yelled from the door of her apartment. Shippo came running out of the kitchen holding a glass of milk and a handful of toast. "I'm just trying to get some nurishment before school. Especially since I have to wake up this early." He replied.
Kagome grabbed his ear and dragged him out the door. "Get used to it!" She laughed at him. "Ow, that hurts you know." He said and clutched his ear.
After dropping Shippo off at school, Kagome and Sango drove together to the diner. Sango planned on taking one of her sick days to see Miroku. When they got there Kikyo unlocked the back door for them with a scowl on her face. "What is she doing here?" Kikyo asked Sango. "She quit, remember? Got some higher paying job, she's too good for this?" Kikyo said angrily then walked past the kitchen to the front counter.
Sango cleared her throat. " Actually, Kikyo, she came to drop me off. I stayed at her place last night." Sango said politely. "And she's allowed to come here." She continued. "Plus," Kagome started. "I would like a small coffee and a slice of lemon pie." She added with a smile.
"Eww, what a weird combination of foods." Sango said, scrunching up her nose. "Oh, but I love it. They taste good together." Kagome laughed. Sango snorted. "Sure you would, because you're weird too." Sango laughed with her. "Fine, I'll take a tea and a slice of lemon pie." Kagome said.
They walked to the counter while Sango went to get her friends order. Kagome sat on one of the stools to wait while she scanned the diner. It was relatively empty except for two older men and...Sesshoumaru!
What was he doing here? He still comes here? Questions raced through Kagome's mind so she didn't notice him staring at her.
Sango then came out of the kitchen with warm pie and steamy tea. "Kagome, what's the problem?" Sango asked and followed Kagome's line of sight. "Oh, it's him! Don't be rude, he's looking over here. Go over and say something!" Sango said and shoved her friend into Sesshoumaru's direction.
Kagome knew she was right, but was still reluctant to go over. There was something about him that drew her to him. Kagome found her body was moving on it's own accord. Soon she found herself standing next to his table. "Good morning, Mr. Inutaishio." Kagome greeted softly. "I noticed you were here by yourself. Do you mind if I join you?" Kagome asked him.
Sesshoumaru looked back down at his papers and muttered something. "What was that? I'm afraid I didn't quite hear..." Kagome started. "I said sit down." Sesshoumaru said without looking up at her. Kagome smiled to herself. He was cute. Kagome sat down across from him and Sango brought her tea and pie. They ate quietly for a while, then Sesshoumaru broke the silence. "Rin needs help getting ready for her dance tonight and she wanted to know if you would assist her. I already told her that you were probably busy, but..."
"I would love to help her out. It will be fun, since I doubt you'd be able to help her with make-up and such." Kagome said smiling. He dropped his paper."You'll not make her look like a whore." Sesshoumaru said sternly, obviously concerned about Rin.
Kagome's smile dropped instantly. "I would never! How could you...She's too young!" Kagome sputtered. "I'll just fix her hair." She continued softly. "Fine," he said. "I'll have someone take your car home."
Kagome was unsure of what he was talking about. "I don't understand..." she started. "I'll take you to work now and drop you at home afterwards. Is that understood?" He completed. Kagome was too shocked to say anything to him, so she just nodded her head.
Kagome made sure Sango would be okay at the hospital and made sure that she called afterward. Then she and Sesshoumaru stepped into a black limousine that was parked around the corner. The ride to work was quiet, although Kagome wanted desperately to talk with him she just couldn't think of something to say. She greeted the receptionist when she got inside the building. Sesshoumaru told her to get to work and he'll get her at five to leave.
They both went separate ways and Kagome went straight to work. Then is dawned on her, she was going to Sesshoumaru's home. The place he returns to every night. At night, his room, his bed. Does he wear anything while sleeping? Kagome thought she was going to go insane. Her heart was pounding inside her chest. She felt her face heat up. Luckily she made it to her office quickly.
It wasn't quick enough, for Ayame barged in and started to yell. "Kagome where were you yesterday! Inuyasha was alone. I had a fine time with Kouga, but Inuyasha was the third wheel." She said too loudly. "And what happened? How come you came to work with Sesshoumaru?" Ayame continued. Kagome smiled. "Good morning, Ayame." And proceeded to tell Ayame about Sango.
Ayame sat on a chair in the room. "Oh, I'm so sorry. I really hope Miroku will be alright. I'll give her a call later." Ayame frowned. Then continued. "Haku was looking for you this morning. I'm not sure why, but he was acting strange." Ayame shrugged her shoulders and stood. "Lets have lunch together. See ya!"
Haku was acting strange. Wonder what that's about. Nothing else unusual happened for the rest of the day. Ayame and Kagome worked closely together in the lab and then ate lunch together in the cafeteria. Around four thirty Kagome decided to call Sango. No one answered, so she assumed that she was still at the hospital.
Ten minutes later, Sesshoumaru's secretary came to her office door. "Um, good evening Miss Higurashi. Sesshoumaru asked me to inform you that you should be ready to meet him in the lobby downstairs." Kagome nodded her head and followed the woman to the elevator.
Kagome looked at herself in one of the mirrors that covered the inside of the elevator. "Oh my, is this how I looked all day." She said to herself as she smoothed her hair. She was in the middle of putting on her lipstick when the doors slid open and Sesshoumaru, handsome as ever was standing there and watching her.
"Are you ready now?" He asked with a smile on his face and began walking away. Kagome followed him with a slight blush on her face for getting caught. The ride to Sesshoumaru's home was exciting. Kagome spent it talking to the driver through the glass partition. She found out that Kazumo's been working for Sesshoumaru for years, generations. He has a wife, Mai and daughter, Sible. She watched the houses roll by and realized that they got bigger as they drove.
The limousine came to a stop and Kagome gasped when she saw the house. It was beautiful, the house was so wide and the garden ran all the way around. Kazumo helped Kagome out of the car and Sesshoumaru escorted her inside. As soon as the door was shut Rin came running down the stairs. "Kagome, oh, you came! This is great! Now we can get ready!" Rin exclaimed and grabbed Kagome's arm. Kagome looked to Sesshoumaru and witnessed the smirk on his face before being dragged up the stairs.
Kagome took off her coat and placed her purse on a nearby chair. The room they were in obviously was made for a young girl. The walls were a light pink and the blankets and pillows were yellow and frilly. "Kagome, what do you want to do first. Hair or make-up?" Rin's voice called. She was standing in her closet and suddenly pulled out a long lavender dress.
"Oh, Rin that's a beautiful dress." Kagome and Rin were supposed to go out to buy one, but she had already went with one of her friends. "Thanks, and these are the shoes to match." Rin said and held up the shiny heels.
"Mr. Inutashio, let you buy the outfit?" Kagome asked smiling. Rin laughed. "He didn't really have a choice. It's my dress, and plus there's this new guy at school and I was told that he likes this colour." She said blushing.
Kagome's interest was sparked. "Really, a guy. I bet Mr. Inutashio doesn't know about him." Kagome laughed when Rin blushed and shook her head quickly. "Don't worry I won't say anything." Kagome promised.
Kagome worked on Rin's long hair. She placed a large bun at the back of her head with wisps of curls around her face. She looked darling. As for the make-up, light blush and gloss did the trick. A pair of diamond earrings and matching necklace added for elegance. The dress flowed around her body and the shoes gave her some extra height.
Kagome walked to the study where the maid had said Sesshoumaru was working, and knocked. "Enter." His voice was heard within. Kagome opened the door slowly and stepped inside. "Mr. Inutashio, Rin is dressed and would like you to see her." Kagome all a sudden felt timid around him. Maybe it was because she was inside of his house and it was overwhelming.
He looked up at her and was shocked at her appearance. There was no change from this morning, but she looked so...beautiful. He slowly stood up and walked towards her. He heard her sharp intake of breath and smiled. He had the urge to grab her and kiss her soft lips, then Rin came around the corner catching his attention. He abruptly stepped away from Kagome to give Rin his full attention. Things were getting tough when she was around.
"Sesshoumaru, how do I look?" Rin said happily and twirled around. Kagome noticed the way he looked at Rin, a way different than others. He looked proud and happy. He smiled. "Rin, you look beautiful." He said and kissed her head when she hugged him.
Just then the phone rang. Rin went to answer it, she frowned and replied 'yes' a few times. "What's wrong Rin?" Kagome asked after she hung up. "Well, you see..." She began. "Rin?" Sesshoumaru warned.
Rin continued. "Well, the teacher in charge of the dance just said that two of the chaperones had to cancel and no other has been found to take their places." Sesshoumaru sighed. "So..." Rin looked at her feet and continued to talk. " Well, they have to cancel the dance if there aren't enough chaperones. It's policy. And since I'm part of the dance committee..." She began.
"No Rin!" Sesshoumaru knew what she was getting at. Kagome still didn't catch on, but when Rin looked at her she realised and blushed. "Please, Sesshy?" Rin pleaded. "My education career is on the line. I might get kicked off the committee and become an outcast. Then," she said in horror. "My grades will drop and be forced to live on the streets with no money or education." She held her face. "If you go, you can keep an eye on me." She added knowing that would bring him around.
"Fine." He agreed. "I'll go get dressed." He said and went to the stairs. Rin coughed. "But, you need a date." Rin said with a grin on her face. Then both, Sesshoumaru and Rin looked at Kagome.
"Oh!" Kagome blushed.
-End-
A/N: I believe that long wait has done something for me. I'm starting to get ideas and this chapter seems great. Only, you'll have to tell me so. It's march break so, now I'll have time to start on the next chapter. Please review and let me know what you think!
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