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A.N.: Sorry this is so short but I am leaving on vacation for a week. But I will do my best to make up for it when I get back. Thank you for the reviews. I'm still debating if Fluffy will remember his past life later on or not. I'm doing my best to keep Fluffy...well Fluffy I know as a human he will still be arrogant and whatnot...but its not so bad since they are both human he can admit she's attractive...I just will try to refrain from making him all mushy. Fluffy does not equal love sick fool. I'll just keep repeating that when I write each chapter cause my DBZ fic got really really mushy towards the end which I totally did not plan...it just sorta happened. Anyway, enjoy this chapter!
Nobunaga Corp.
"Dammit! Father, I do not need a personal assistant, besides, I already have Jaken." The soon-to-be president raged.
Only to be countered by his father. "You don't need a yes man. You need someone who will make you question yourself. Open your eyes to new paths. Besides, in the contract you signed. It requires you to have one of my choosing for two years. Or should I give the company to your brother?"
The son growled. "He doesn't even want the job. I am more than willing to take over the responsibilities of this company."
The father growled back. "Do you know how draining it is to try to take on all this work single handedly? I have two personal assistants and I am still worked to the bone! So you are getting an assistant and that is final!"
The son knew he was going to lose this battle. "Fine. I get some say in choosing though."
His father smiled. "Of course. I have chosen six different applicants for interviews. All are worthy of the position. All you have to do is pick one."
The son growled and made a mental note to read every line of every contract he ever signed from then on. "Let's get on with it."
(Waiting Room)
Kagome sat in the waiting room with the six other applicants and couldn't help but notice that she was the only girl. Most of the applicants were much older than herself and seemed set in their ways. She read her letter again. It said they needed someone fresh with new ideas. Why was she the only one that fit that description? She started to get nervous as one by one the other applicants were called into the office. She calmed herself down reminding herself why she needed this job so badly. After about two hours her name was finally called. She got up and walked into the office, but wasn't prepared for who she would find. There leaning against a big business desk was none other than Sesshoumaru. She couldn't mistake that silver hair or slightly pointed ears, nor that cold stare. The only thing that was missing was his markings, his tail, and usual outfit. He looked good in a business suit though. It was obvious he was frustrated and staring off into space. Her heart leaped at finally finding him, but fell when she realized he would not recognize her. Out of all of the ones she wanted most to remember it was Sesshoumaru that was at the top of her list. Realizing she was staring she bowed and introduced herself. "Hello. My name is Kagome Higurashi. I am here for the interview."
His attention snapped back from cursing his father to the sweet voice of a very beautiful lady. A young lady. He thought his father was playing some cruel joke sending all those old men in here. None of them wanted change or had anything in their resume that would be useful to him in this company. He looked over her resume and while it was lacking in a few departments he found it impressive none the less. Then he looked her up and down. She was short but not stubby. She did have curves, but they were in all the right places. She had on a green business skirt and jacket with a white blouse underneath. Somehow she seemed oddly familiar. "Ms. Higurashi take a seat. We just want to ask you a few questions and then we will make our decision over the next week. If you do not get a call within that time then you did not get the job." His fathers curt voice struck him as odd as he looked at the slightly disgruntled old man. It was then he realized his father had been trying to choose for him. He put all those stuffy old men then her. He would have no choice but to pick her. So why was he angry now? Sesshoumaru smiled. He just looked at her resume and figured her to be a geek with no fashion sense and to be slightly over weight. Not this attractive woman sitting across from him. Oh today was his lucky day.
Great that's all I need. My son to fall for this woman and my company to go down the drain. Instead of her challenging him they would have an office fling. This was not good. He was lost in hentai land until he heard the sound of an argument. "No it will not work this way. You have to give a little to get what you want in return. I am not saying to take big risks, but smart ones." He heard his son growl back. "And I am saying you have no experience to make such a decision! The foreign markets would never go for it. Besides why focus on them when our major cash flow comes from right here?" He started to smile. So he was right about her. She would challenge him. He knew he had to go young, because he knew his son was able to intimidate normal business men. She was still in college and still full of ideas and life. Not to mention she had great courage to stand up against his son. Maybe he should think of marrying his son off to her. Maybe it would rid him of some of his bitterness. "The foreign market is the place to be right now. You won't have as much competition and if you get out there first you would leave very little room for others to enter." She was practically growling back. He fought the urge to smile. "That is some interesting input Ms. Higurashi. Our time is almost up and I have two more questions left. What would your family and friends think of you moving here and finishing you education here instead of Tokyo University?"
Kagome fought the urge to bite her lip. She didn't know why this question had made her so nervous. "My family let's me make my own decisions. They will be happy with whatever I choose." "And what of your friends?" She didn't want to say she didn't have any because everyone thought she was a whore. What could she say? Think Kagome! "While I am sure they will be sad to see me go." Yeah, cause they will have to find someone else to torture. "They will still be happy for my decision." Yeah, so they can go after that creep...See, I didn't lie. "Very good. Last question. Do you think you will be able to handle such a high position? It is a great responsibility you will be undertaking." Kagome smiled. "You are right it is a great responsibility. One in which I am sure I am suited for. I will do my best at all times. I can handle pressure very well. You will have no problem with me in that area." She saw the president smile. She saw Sesshoumaru frown. He obviously didn't like someone telling him he was wrong. The president seemed to like her though. It meant she still had a chance. Maybe Sesshoumaru would come to like her too. She left the interview feeling pretty confident that she got the job.
"So what do you think?" The old man asked.
Sesshoumaru frowned. "Did you really have to ask? All those guys were just filler so that you knew I would pick the girl... Didn't expect her to be so pretty, did you?" Sesshoumaru smirked.
His father laughed. "No. No, I didn't. You didn't expect her to stand up to you either."
It was made a statement so Sesshoumaru didn't bother with a reply.
"So when do plan on calling her?" His nosy father asked.
He smiled. "I'm going to let her stew. I will call her on the last day."
His father laughed. "I knew you were going to say that."
Sesshoumaru managed a graceful shrug before heading for the door.
"One more thing son. Your brother has a kendo tournament coming up. I'll expect you will want to be there. See if there is anyone worthy to challenge for yourself maybe?"
Sesshoumaru raised a regal eyebrow. "I had already planned on being there. I do not plan on participating though." With that he left.
A.N.: Thank you for reading and please don't forget to review! And help me decide should Fluffy remember his past life later on or not? Thanks again see you in a week with hopefully a longer and even more exciting chapter!