A/N: Wooo yeah! I'm really appreciating all of the feedback. I'm glad that you guys all like it. So who is planning on seducing that sexy beast Naraku, lol. Well, let's just see...
Naraku's POV
"She ran away?" Bankotsu asked with amusement when I told him what happened between me and Naima the next day.
"Yes, Bankotsu, she ran. It's obvious that she still runs track too," I solemly said, not seeing what was so damn funny to my human friend. Bankotsu laughed again, this time a little louder. I narrowed my eyes at him slightly. "I should have never kissed her. I think that I've just made things worse."
"Don't be so sure Naraku," Bankotsu said as he sat down at the breakfast table with me, "it's probably a good sign if she ran." I gave my friend an extremely confused look.
"What? Now, how in the hell is it a good sign, in any case, if a man makes a woman run away simply by kissing her?"
"Because. It means that she is confused about her feelings for you, Naraku. I mean, think about it this way. Considering that she already has a boyfriend, if she would have slapped you or told you then and there that she didn't love you, then you shouldn't have much hope for the relationship. In contrast if she would have willingly kissed you again or did more than a kiss, then she is obviously a slut. I honestly anticipated that she would do something like that because Naima never said that she wouldn't give you another chance and the girl is definitely not a slut."
"Alright then Dr. Bankotsu. So what do I do now?"
"Hell if I know," he said with a smile. I narrowed my eyes at him again. Bankotsu just shrugged his shoulders. "Hey, I might know a little about women, but I'm not that good." I fell silent as I stared down at my bowl of Cheerios. "I guess, maybe you should talk to her about it," Bankotsu suggested.
"I've already tried, but she won't answer my calls."
"Try again. Just tell her you love her, then make love to her, and give me a godson already." I looked at my friend and laughed.
"Why do you want us to have children so badly, 'B'?"
"You know that I've always liked kids."
"So why don't you make your own instead of making me and Naima have them."
"Well, for one I haven't found a suitable mother, and two I'm not ready to have my own kids yet. So that's why I want you and Naima to have them. I'll be there for them like a godfather should be and when they get on my nerves, I'll send them back to y'all. See, everybody wins."
"Everybody except us."
"Oh come on now Naraku. You know you want to play daddy to little Bankotsu Jr." I laughed harder at my best guy friend.
"You are insane. Hell will freeze over before I name one of my kids after you."
"Some friend you are."
"Bankotsu, you're already on our children and Naima and I haven't even gotten back together yet. She's happy with Sesshoumaru and we both know that Naima is loyal to the core."
"Still playing the nice guy I see."
"No, I'm not. I'm just being realistic."
"No, you're just being stupid." I sighed deeply.
"You can say what you want Bankotsu but it's obvious that Naima has moved on...and maybe I should too."
"Oh now you're just talking crazy. You're going to give up already?"
"It's not like I have a choice in the matter. The ball is in Naima's court and she refuses to put it back into play. Plus I'm tired of being alone. Even if I can't have Naima, I want somebody. I might not love them like I love her, but I just need someone."
"You're not tired of being alone. You're just horny, that's all that is." I laughed at my friend.
"No I'm not...well, I guess I am a little, but that's not why I need someone. I want the companionship and the gentle touch of a woman's hand. The sound of a sweet, soft voice in my ear. That's what I want. That's what I'm missing."
"So do you have any prospects since you've obviously given up on the panther demon?"
"Mmmm...well, Tsubaki has always had a thing for me."
"I don't know man. Tsubaki kind of gives me the chills."
"Nonsense. Tsubaki is cool people. She's sweet and fun to be around. Plus she's a smart girl. You know what, I think that I just might give her a call." Bankotsu sighed deeply.
"Well, you're my boy, so if dating Tsubaki makes you happy, then by all means go for it. Maybe that will be what it takes before you realize that every other woman fails in comparison to Naima."
"You mustn't be so negative man. Who knows, maybe Tsubaki could be the right one for me after all."
"Hmph. Whatever makes you sleep at night, Naraku," Bankotsu said as he got up from the table. "Oh and by the way..."
"Yes?"
"I hope you and Naima fail tommorrow for what you did to me yesterday." I laughed at my friend.
"You're still mad about that?"
"What do you think? Damn traitors." I laughed even harder as he left the kitchen. After he shut the door, I went over to the kitchen phone and called Tsubaki up.
"Hello?" she said in a sweet voice.
"Hey Tsubaki. It's me."
"Oh hi Naraku. To what do I owe the pleasure?"
"I was just wondering if you had any plans for tonight?"
"No. I'm free as of right now."
"Okay cool. Well, I was just wondering if you would like to go out tonight?"
"Really?"
"Yes, really."
"Yes. I'd love to go out with you."
"Okay. Why don't we stop by the Silk Room then?"
"Sounds perfect."
"Alright. Pick you up at nine?"
"Nine is just fine with me."
"Awesome. See you then. Goodbye Tsubaki.
"Bye Naraku."
Tsubaki's POV
"Who was that Tsubaki?" Abi asked when I hung up my cellphone. I turned to her with a big smile.
"Naraku," I said.
"What did he want?" Yura asked me.
"He asked me out on a date."
"Of his own free will?" Abi asked sounding a little shocked. I narrowed my eyes at her.
"Yes! Of his own free will."
"Hmm so I guess that cursed necklace is working after all."
"Took it long enough. But I guess two weeks is better than two years. It seems as if I still need to work on my black magic."
"So if the spell is finally working for you, then that must mean that it's also working for Kikyo and Muso."
"I guess so. He hasn't called me yet to cuss me out for not holding up my end of the deal."
"So where is he taking you?" Yura asked.
"Some place called the Silk Room."
"Oh yeah, that place is hot. It's a club and its a real sexy scene, so you might want to dress accordingly."
"Sexy? I don't have anything sexy."
"I'm sure that I have something you can borrow for tonight."
"Okay, thanks."
"So what do you plan on doing with him Tsubaki? Are you going to make your move tonight?" Abi asked.
"Hmmm...I guess I should make a move tonight, shouldn't I? I mean, I don't know how long the spell will last and if I can get him to fall for me before the spell wears off, then I stand a chance against Naima with or without the curse."
"So what are we talking about here? A kiss? A hug?"
"No, those are too weak. I'm talking about full out seduction."
"Seduction? Don't you think that you might be moving a little too fast?"
"Mmm...not at all. I've always wanted to feel what it would be like to take a ride on the Naraku Train. Oh to feel those strong, big hands on my body. Woooo! I'm getting chills just thinking about it."
"I still say that you're way ahead of yourself. Maybe you should take things a little slower."
"Aww stop it Abi," Yura said with a smile, "let the girl have her fun. She's been waiting for a long time to have this chance and now she has it. I'd say go for it, Tsubaki."
"Thank you again Yura. At least someone has my back."
"I have your back too," Abi said, a little offended, "I just think that seducing Naraku on your first official date is a bad idea. I mean, what if the spell didn't take its full effect yet and you end up getting your heart broken? I think that a simple kiss would sufice for now."
"Oh Abi, you're just old fashioned," I replied trying to convince myself that seducing Naraku was a good idea. "I'm a big girl and I can handle myself. I'll be just fine. Trust me, after all is said and done, Naraku and I will be mates and have a happy life together. I know numerous spells to make sure that everything will be intact. So I might have to manipulate Naraku's mind a little. It will all be worth it in the end just to have his mark upon my neck and his ring on my finger."
"All I'm saying Tsubaki is...just be careful," Abi said with great sincerity.
"I will. I promise."
Naraku's POV
I pulled up to Tsubaki's apartment about ten minutes till nine. During the whole drive to her place, I kept wondering in my head if moving on with another woman just to get over Naima was a good idea. Was I even ready to start a new relationship? I wasn't even going to lie to myself and say that I wasn't still in love with her and ever since that kiss yesterday, I want her worse than before. But Naima would never forgive me if I broke her and Sesshoumaru apart for my own desires. I couldn't let my mean streak out like Bankotsu kept telling me to do. If Naima and I were going to be together, she would have to come to me and not the other way around. Still, I couldn't help but wonder if Bankotsu did have a point to his lecturing. Would I eventually get tired of seeing Sesshoumaru with Naima and just take her, regardless of how she felt about it? Or maybe it was just for the best after all. Who knows, maybe Tsubaki had something to offer me herself.
I hoped out of my custom red and black F-150 and walked up the driveway to Tsubaki and her friends' first floor apartment. I stood outside in the October chill waiting patiently for one of the ladies to come to the door. When someone did come to answer, it was Tsubaki herself. She looked very nice. Her straight, fair hair in soft waves, light pink eye shadow that made her teal eyes pop, black heels on her feet. She had a long black coat on concealing her outfit, so I didn't know what she was wearing yet. "Hi Naraku," she said with a pretty smile.
"Hello Tsubaki," I smiled back, "are you ready to go?"
"Mmmhmm. Bye you guys."
"Bye. See you later," the girls replied as she shut the door behind her. We walked back to my truck and I opened the door for her. I then got in myself and drove off into the distance.
Like when Naima and I went before, the club was already lively even though it was still kind of early. "Do you want me to take your coat?" I asked as we made our way to the dance floor.
"Sure," she said smiling. I stood behind her and slipped of her outerwear only to see something underneath that made me have to catch my breath. She had on a very revealing, short pink dress that hugged her body tightly. Cut low in both the back and front, not leaving much to the imagination. I had never seen Tsubaki dress that way before, so it kind of took me by suprise. She saw my reaction and giggled. "Do you like it?"
"I...uh...you look...good," I stammered, still in shock. She giggled again.
"Come on. Let's dance," she said as she pulled me further out onto the dance floor. As the DJ switched songs and put on a more fast paced song, Tsubaki instantly began to move her body. Although she wasn't as good of a dancer as Naima was, she was pretty decent. She also danced a lot closer than my best friend. Tsubaki didn't have any reservations about grinding against me. She stood in front of me and lowered my hands to her hips as she swayed them to the rhythm. I was slightly confused by her actions, for she never acted this...free before, but my male hormones were restless so I wasn't going to complain. "I love this song," she whispered in my ear as she moved closer to me.
"Mmmhmm," was my only reply.
After several more songs, we finally got tired and went to sit down at a secluded table towards the back of the club. "You are very energetic tonight girl," I said with a smile as I took a sip of Coke.
"Mmmm, I have a reason to be," she replied with a smirk, "so do you come here all the time?"
"Not really. I've only been here one other time with Naima."
"Oh."
"So umm...Tsubaki. What's with the outfit? I mean, not that you don't look nice, I've just never seen you this way before."
"I have many different sides to me Naraku. You've only had a chance to see me in a friendly way, but deep down, I'm boiling hot just like any other healthy woman."
"Is that right now?"
"Most definitely." She slid her chair a little closer to me. "So Naraku, your birthday is coming up in a few weeks isn't it?"
"Yeah. October 31st."
"You're a Halloween baby huh?"
"Like you already didn't know." She giggled a bit.
"You caught me. Soooo...that would make you a Scorpio right?"
"Yeah, I guess it would."
"Mmmm. I heard that Scorpios were amazing in bed. I'm a Libra myself." I chuckled softly kind of taken back by her comment. Was...was Tsubaki trying to come on to me? "So what are you planning on doing for your birthday, Naraku?"
"I don't know yet. Bankotsu wants to take me to Oasis, but I don't think that that's what I want to do."
"You don't need to go to Oasis Naraku. I'm sure you have plenty women already that want to give you a show." I cocked an eyebrow as my eyes widened slightly. Okay I knew that she was coming on to me now. Once again, I just laughed her comment off. "What's so funny?" she asked with a smile.
"Are you trying to seduce me Tsubaki?" I bluntly asked. Her smile became more evil. She rose out of her chair and took a seat in my lap.
"You can only allow yourself to be seduced if you want to be. So the question is, do you want me to seduce you?" A shiver went down my spine as her slender fingers began to run through my hair. She giggled again, obviously noticing my shiver. "You know that I've always had a thing for you, Naraku and I know that a man has needs. And I want to be the one to satisfy them." One of her hands removed itself from my hair and was now caressing my face. "Let's not fight the attraction Naraku. I desire you and I know that you want me. I saw you sneaking looks out there on the dance floor." I smirked a little. So I snuck a few. She honestly was an attractive woman. Still, her forwardness kind of suprised me a little. Naima wouldn't ever be this direct. At least, not in public or to a man that she wasn't already in a committed relationship with. As I was wrapped in this thoughtful haze, Tsubaki took this as an opportunity and kissed me. Her kiss was filled with desire and lustful passion. Very different from the kiss Naima and I shared yesterday. But, I allowed myself to get enveloped in Tsubaki's kiss and it was quite enjoyable. After a few seconds she broke it and moved her lips to my ear. "Take me home Naraku," she whispered before running her tongue over it.
"To your house?"
"No. To yours." She sat back up and looked me directly in my eyes. Tsubaki was really looking good to me right now and I did feel an attraction to her, but it wasn't anything but pure lust. But from the looks of it, she only felt lust too. Maybe I shouldn't have rushed into anything with another woman so soon, but my body was calling for Tsubaki's touch. I had to have her tonight. I'd deal with the aftermath later, but tonight, I just needed to feel the warmth of woman next to me, even if it wasn't Naima.
"Okay. Let's go," I said as I motioned for her to get off of me. She obeyed and I helped her with her coat. I then put on my jacket and we both left the club.
A/N: Hee hee. Aww man, Naraku is so easy, lol
