Declaimer: I don't own Inuyasha or any of the characters there own by Rumiko Takahashi (bows)

Note: Any of the information on here that might sound real please take note, that it is fanfiction; I have taken some real organization that are used in Japan and used it to my liking to fit this story. Anyways a very much deserved thank you to RiaChan for beta reading this chapter for me (bows) and for those who took the time to review (hugs each one) thank you. Enjoy CloudsLover.

Summary: The Higurashi clan was known to be the most feared gang in the region; rightly so for their leader was rumored to be the best of the best. Not that Sesshomaru Taisho was intimidated by such a show of power for he was the number one prosecutor of sector 305 and had a strong reputation of his own. But, what would happen when their two different worlds collide. Read to find out!

'Thoughts'

"Mouths moving"

Flash backs

Marrying the Mafia

By: CloudsLover

Chapter Seven

Unavoidable

By the look of things it was easy to see that both siblings had a rough night "Morning" they both said without even looking up as they took their respectable seats at the breakfast table.

"Good morning" their grandfather voiced far too cheerful for both their liking; because one was troubled by the thoughts of a certain someone and the other unable to do anything to help. "What's with the long faces?" the eldest Higurashi asked for both of his grandchildren were not acting like themselves.

"It's Monday" Souta stated very much aware that, that wasn't a good of an excuse; wanting to draw attention away from his sisters current mood he continued with "Grandfather… perhaps I should start my own training" this of course caused Kagome to looked up ready to object without even hearing him out first but he didn't give her the opportunity to speak because he quickly continued with "I should at least be able to take care of myself" he reluctantly stated causing some of their clan members to stop somewhat astonished by his own declaration.

Noticing her brothers discomfort, she looked towards her men and quickly ordered them to leave which she had to force with "dismissed, now" startled and embarrassed that they had been caught ease dropping they quickly made their exit "What type of mess did you get yourself into…" even if her voice had not shown it, she couldn't help but worry "you have never shown that much interest before"

"That was before…" he stopped himself not wanting her to know that he had heard her the previous night; because the last memory he had of her crying had been the day their mother had died "Things are changing" he finally stated unsure if she would believe him or not since it was half a truth "and I should change along with them" he was determined which didn't go unnoticed.

"Your brother… Kagome" the eldest Higurashi smiled "is growing up… it's settled then" their grandfather beamed "You will being your training right away once you return from school"

"And I will train him" Souta stared at his sister for he had not thought that she would have offered to teach him seeing how reluctant she seemed from the start.

"No… that is not possible" Kagome frowned not liking that she was being denied because she had enough of that from last night's meeting "you are far too busy as it is" the eldest Higurashi ignored his granddaughters protest as he continued with "Miroku will be his trainer… he has proven himself capable enough" at the mention of Miroku's name he noticed his granddaughters eyes flash with uncertainty "is there something wrong, child?"

"Of course not grandfather" she failed to hold back the sigh as she continued "I trust Miroku with my life…" she glazed towards her brother and added "and that of my brothers" Souta smiled "But…" she was unable to voice her concern because her younger brother decided to voice the following

"It seems grandfather that the lovely couple had their first official fight" even thou it was well own among the clans men, her grandfather was not aware of her so called relationship with the dashing Miroku which was quickly concluded by the following outburst

"Kagome Higurashi…" Souta filched on his sister behalf "what's the meaning of this…" Souta filched once more as his sister glared at him from across the table "is this the reason why you are so reluctant to meet any of the candidates the council has chosen for you" this of course caught Souta of guard since he had no idea what his grandfather was talking about.

"What candidates?" this time Kagome glared at her grandfather who just looked on unfazed by her heated stare "What is grandfather talking about, sis?" a question that she was reluctant to answer it seemed because she had remained silent hoping that he would just leave it alone "Kagome" no such luck it seemed.

"The council…" their grandfather cleared his throat seeing how this wasn't the way he wanted to tell his grandson the plans the consul and himself had agreed to months prior "I believe that Kagome should marry before taking official leadership of this clan"

"What" Kagome sighed for it was now unavoidable "that's not fair… mother wasn't married" Souta pointed out the obvious "you are being unfair" he looked towards his sister and frowned "does Miroku know" she knew her grandfather was waiting for an answer as well. She stood for she no longer felt hungry she voiced the following

"Miroku and I have our own arrangements" turning towards her grandfather she added "do not worry yourself grandfather for they will not get in the way of any of your plans for me to marry with in the year" silently excusing herself, she then left the men of her family in silence.

"Grandfather… you have gone too far" Souta stood forgetting is own breakfast "no offence grandfather…" Souta for the first time in his young life glared at his grandfather "but you gazers…" his grandfather looked at him surprised at the insult "have no say as to who or when my sister should marry" with that said Souta walked out hoping to catch up to his older sister.

"In time… They'll see it is for her best interest" Higurashi senior ate his breakfast for the first time in many years alone.

The warehouse was pitch-black and yet he felt as if he knew his way around even with his lack of vision 'he is here' quickly came to mind as he swiftly maneuvered his way along the maze of crates 'he is close' for if he was near she was sure to be as well. There was a soft light a head indicating that he was nearing the mazes exit 'there' he was soon greeted by a soft feminine voice

"Good evening" the soft light casted shadows upon her face as she stood there before him in her formal kimono "Mr. Taisho" ever so slowly she turned to face him finally showing him her delicate features he had longed to see "We meet once again" he couldn't help but gasp as the alarm startled him from his sleep.

'Shinto' was the first thing that pop into his head and as soon as it apparent it was quickly forgotten, he moaned "morning already" his night had been somewhat lacking in sleep he would blame it on his mind which was pillaged by the day ahead "of all days" he remained in bed not wanting to move "to meet my father" he sat up causing the blackest to fall around his waist showing off his bare chest "let's get this over with" he told himself for he had a long day ahead of him. Making his way to his own bathroom he took a quick shower and brushed his teeth before getting dressed "Inuyasha" he shouted not hearing his brothers loud footsteps moving about in the morning "Inuyasha" he made his way towards his brothers door "Inuyasha you lazy bum hurry up or you'll be late for school" he banged on the door for good measure; but once he noticed that he got no reply he reluctantly opened the door and quickly regretted it "Open a window" it seemed that his foolish brother did indeed end up falling ill.

"Sesshomaru… I'm dying" Inuyasha mumbled as sweat cover his pale face "I couldn't sleep… I swear… I think I saw a ghost" ignoring his brother antics he made his way towards the window "I don't think I'll make it" Inuyasha voiced weakly.

"Stop being so over dramatic…" making his way out of the room he added "I'll be sure to contact your school about you being too sick to attend" and he made a mental note to bring him soup when he got back from meeting with their father; luckily he was scheduled to arrive later that afternoon at the office "Oh before I forget drink plenty of fluids" for a sick person Inuyasha sure had speed as he quickly got off of bed and ran towards the bathroom "Idiot… I did warn him" Sesshomaru shook his head as he finally exited and locked his apartment door.

"Sesshomaru… sir, Good morning" Jinenji voiced from his daily post "Is your brother not feeling well today" Jinenji as since both brothers were always seen together in the mornings.

"That moron ate something he shouldn't have" without explaining anything more he got in his car and drove off to meet his father for breakfast. The drive to where they were to meet had gone to his relief uneventful "A good start" in the privacy of his car he smiled which was quickly wiped away by the sound of his phone ringing "Sesshomaru speaking…" he answered after parking his car "Oh, Ginta… of course I didn't forget our meeting"

"Then where are you…" Sesshomaru frowned at his colleague behavior which was so unlike him "I have been waiting" and he had a feeling that Ginta was indeed pouting.

"Last time I checked Ginta…" Sesshomaru voiced with a hint of amusement "we are not lovers" choking sounds were soon heard thanks to a startled Ginta.

"What… love… lovers" Ginta faltered and very much thankful that Sango was not there to witness this "I… of course not" Ginta ended up shouting in Sesshomaru's ear "stop joking around" insecurity could still be heard in Ginta's voice.

"You asked her out didn't you" Sesshomaru asked knowing the answer to his question already "and let me guess you ran before she even gave you a reply" in a moments of weakness Sesshomaru couldn't help himself but tease his coworkers foolishness.

"No" was Ginta's quick response "I left her a note" Sesshomaru would have laughed if it wasn't for the amount of stares he was currently getting from half the people in the dinner "That's not the point, Sesshomaru… We finally have a lead in this investigation after weeks of dead ends… and you are joking around"

"I understand… we'll talk the moment I get to the office" Sesshomaru stated before he quickly hung up not waiting for a response "Father"

"Sesshomaru, my son… I'm glad you were able to make it" his father said with a smile "last time we spoke was before Inuyasha moved in with you" both men sat cross each other; the older called over the waitress "some coffee… son?" Sesshomaru nodded very much needing some of that sweet, sweet nectar "that will be two coffees" his father had always been a charmer, a trait he himself didn't seem to obtain "So tell me son, how have you been?"

"Nothing to report" was his quick response as the waitress made her way with their coffees in hand.

"Anything else gentlemen" the sassy waitress said sending Sesshomaru an alluring smile; one which he had chosen to ignore.

"Not at the moment…" the eldest Taisho looked towards the youngest and couldn't help but smirk for he was sure his son was very much uncomfortable with the waitresses' stares "I take it your still single"

"If that's your urgent matter you wished to speak to me of" Sesshomaru frowned very much displeased where their conversation was starting "I'll make this short as possible" he watched as his father smiled "My love life is none of your concern"

"That is where we would disagree on son" after taking a sip of his coffee he continued "but luck would have it that is not why I wished to speak with you" to this Sesshomaru paid more attention to; Because if he was going to be honest with himself, he was rather curious to what his father had to say "I had been informed in your involvement in your take down of the band of seven and I'm here to offer you my assistance"

"Regarding" Sesshomaru couldn't help but ask seeing that his father wasn't going to elaborate on what he wished to assist him with.

"On your ongoing investigation of course" Sesshomaru slammed his coffee cup on the table "case 2106…" his father had tried to continued unfazed by his son's reaction.

"Forgive my interruption father… but I don't see what my case has to do with your involvement" Sesshomaru frown wondering where his father got his information from "and furthermore any information on that case is strictly classified to personnel only"

"Even to your own father" Sesshomaru frowned "I have worked in this field before you were even born…" Sesshomaru remained silent causing the eldest to sigh "Son I only wish to help" still annoyed by his father's proposal he stated the following

"I don't need your help" finishing his cup of coffee he stood as he placed a few dollars on the table "My team and I have this taken care of father… I suggest you enjoy your retirement" his father smiled as he too stood because he had anticipated his son reaction to his offer.

"Very well… but son, a word of advice" Sesshomaru turned to face his father once more as they both now stood in front of the dinners entrance "don't get so involved … because there is far more to life than work" this statement caught Sesshomaru off guard "even in our field of work… the excitement in time will fade and by the time your truly aware you'll be alone"

"You're not alone father… you have Izayoi, you had mother" and he didn't need to mention that he also had Inuyasha and himself.

"I was fortunate" Shaking his head his father continued "listen to what I say son, don't let life pass you by" he squeezed his sons' shoulder before moving towards his own vehicle leaving his son slightly confused by his advice; which was interrupted by his cell phone ringing.

"Sesshomaru speaking" it wasn't even noon yet and so far his meeting with his father had already taken its toll and to speak with his boss was not in his agenda this particular morning "I understand, sir… I was on my way towards the office now… yes of course I'm aware of the deadline… there is no need for a new assistant" he was now aware as to where his father had gotten his information from "my team and I are following a lead as we speak" opening his car door he frowned "I don't see the need to involve my father who has been retired the past ten years" his frustration with his boss was growing to annoyance "That is not necessary sir, yes I understand that you are just looking out for stations best interest… no I'm not overlooking your advice, forgive me sir but his involvement would only hinder our investigation… yes of course sir I will have the report ready by this time tomorrow" tossing his phone towards the passenger seat he sighed in the privacy of his car 'this is going to be the death of me' perhaps his father was right 'I do need a life outside of work' wanting to lift his current mood he turned on the radio which he quickly regretted.

"Welcome to rumor mill with yours truly Kasumi; love is unavoidable…"

All actions have consequences "Did you hear…" and with such actions "of course I heard" a rumor was soon to be born "she was spotted" the conversation flowed as Kagome made her way towards her class wondering what her fellow classmates were talking about; which of course she would know soon enough for a rumor in Shikon High was sure to spread like quick fire.

"Kagome Shinto, you stop right there" Kagome was curious as to what her classmate had to say "We want to talk to you" adjusting her glassed as the group of girls quickly gathered around her, she smiled at the group in general and soon recognize two of her classmates: Eri and Yuka.

"Morning" Kagome said sweetly seeing that they weren't going to greet her properly "Is something wrong" she noticed that Eri and Yuka looked slightly troubled.

"You planed this didn't you" they're so called leader said "it's all the school been talking about" truly confused by the girls' statement she waited for the explanation that would soon follow "how dare you steal my thunder"

"I'm sorry… I took you're what?" Kagome asked as she took a quick glance at the hallway clock "I have no idea what you are talking about" her statement seemed to anger the girl before her even more.

"I'm talking about you being at the blue raven last night" it seemed that her presence didn't go unnoticed as she had thought "that's all everyone is talking about…" to this Kagome took the time to look around and noticed that her fellow classmates were indeed staring at her "I was the one who did the interview, I was the one who they should be talking about"

"Chika calm down" Eri and Yuka both offered "it isn't Shinto's fault… I'm sure she has a good reason for being there last night it's not like she knew the blue raven was going to be mentioned on the radio" Kagome kept her cool for she had faced far worse than a jealous teenage girl "and besides I said I might of seen her; it would have been someone else… right Shinto" Yuka of course agreed with her friend as they both stood in front of Kagome as if they were preparing for some type of attack.

"I was at the blue raven last night…" Kagome wasn't going to lie "I received a call" which of course was true not that they need to know the rest.

"From who" Kagome sighed feeling far more annoyed that she wanted to "spill, Shinto" rubbing her temple Kagome was about to reply but was luckily interrupted by Ayame or she would have liked to believe.

"I called her" whispered quickly began as Ayame made her way towards the small group of girls "what of it"

"Why would you call her" Chika's pale complexion did not hinder her current curiosity "of all people, why Shinto"

"That's my business" Ayame placed a hand on top of Chika's shoulder and frowned "And I don't appreciate you snooping around my affairs, Chika"

"How… how was I to know that she was your new recruit" to this Kagome frowned for she didn't like the sound of being Ayame's anything much lest her lackey.

"Who said that I was recruiting" this of course confused everyone at hearing distance "much less her of all people… my crew doesn't need a goodie too shoes like her around" Chika in a moment of courage shrugged Ayame's hand off of her shoulder.

"But you just said that you called Shinto there" Kagome remained silent as she thought of a solution to her currents problem "everyone heard you" Chika quickly said as if Ayame was about to call her a liar.

"We did…" Ayame calmly voiced as she stared at her nails practically ignoring the flustered girl before her "I didn't except her to show… you got balls Shinto, I'll give yah that" Eri and Yura took care of the rest as they automatically went into protected mood.

"That wasn't nice, Ayame… Kagome could have gotten hurt" Kagome was fuming for in any other circumstances she would have easily taken care of this on her own, but as Shinto who was practically unknown would only uncover her true identity "Let's go Kagome, class is about to start" Eri and Yuka ignored their previous group as they pulled Kagome along "That's so mean of Ayame... what does she have against you anyways"

"Calm down Yuka you don't want to scare Kagome as well" Eri said as she sent Kagome a reassuring smile "I'm sorry"

"Why" Kagome couldn't help but ask as they continued their way towards their class.

"I feel bad" Eri added shyly "and I'm sure Yuka does too" this confused Kagome even more "We have class together but we hardly know anything about you" to this Kagome smiled for that was the way it had been since her enrollment.

"If you haven't noticed I tend to keep to myself" if she got close to anyone she would just end up hurting them "I don't mind, really" that caused both girls before her to frown.

"No way Kagome" Eri looked furious "from now on consider you're self one of us" Kagome could tell that they were very determined in, including her "right Yuka" which Yuka quickly conformed "then it settled you'll be sick of us by the end of the year" Kagome laughed at the two girls before her, perhaps she did have something to look forward to.

"Friends then" Kagome smiled liking the sound of that as Yuka and Eri replied

"Friends" it seemed that there was much more to school than just homework and for the first time Kagome began to see what she was missing out on.

Sesshomaru sat behind his desk somewhat dazed because the meeting with his father that very morning had not gone as how he had expected "don't get so involved … becaise there is far more to life than work… even in our field of work… the excitement in time will fade and by the time your truly aware you'll be alone" it was a warning that Sesshomaru didn't really see connected to his situation.

"Sesshomaru" Ginta walked in without even knocking "it's all here" it had only been minutes that Sesshomaru had just arrived and Ginta wasn't going to waste any more time it seemed "our unknown suspect" to this Ginta smiled very much pleased with the information he had gathered.

"Very well" Sesshomaru extended his hand as he reached for the file before him "how did you start your investigation?"

"After our first search attempt in all the data files available to us; Yuri and I searched thorough our missing person's files and got multiple hits on his description alone" Ginta shook his head as he continued "of course it still took some time to filter through all of those files… that is until last night"

"I see, good work Ginta I'm impressed" Sesshomaru opened the file before him "Now brief me on what you found"

"Yes, sir… our suspects name is Miroku Hoshi: twenty-six years old last known residence was in Tokyo's East district; no unknown living relatives; Mushin Hoshi was his legal guardian at the age of five and finally adopted Miroku before he died at the age of nineteen leaving the young Hoshi with some unpaid debt which he paid in full after joining the NPA"

"National Police Agency" Sesshomaru looked up clearly questioning Ginta's facts "Are you trying to tell me he was one of us Ginta" if that had been the reason why he was so hard to find because Miroku Hoshi had no criminal record.

"For a short time he had been it seems" Ginta smiled at he pulled a picture out of his file "he was at least a year younger out of all of us" handing over the picture to Sesshomaru he smiled "I'm sure you'll spot a few known faces there too" which caused Sesshomaru to frown for he had easily spotted his own and that of his team mates, each looking a few years younger "small world isn't it"

"And yet big enough to hide in it appears" placing the photo a side he finally asked "How long did he last before dropping out" because he was certain that Miroku was not among those from their graduation class.

"That's the thing he didn't drop out; he transferred" which caught Sesshomaru by surprise seeing that there were only two training groups he could have transferred to: Naval or Military. Ginta continued "By recommendation Miroku Hoshi transferred to the military branch; which he had breezed through with ease" Ginta placed Miroku's qualifications on top of Sesshomaru's desk "with high qualifications he was easily established as a member of SFG"

"The Special Forces Group" Sesshomaru asked in disbelief for that was a top military organization "Who gave you authorization to search their data base" Ginta smiled as he answered

"Big man on top that's who" Sesshomaru was very impressed at the information provided before him; Miroku Hoshi was a top soldier and strategist by the looks of things.

"Who was the one to file a missing report" Sesshomaru asked as he continued to read the file before him.

"His unit supervisor… after he didn't attend his finally evaluation not that it was necessary seeing as Hoshi resigned a few days prior before his disappearance" Sesshomaru closed Miroku's file seeing that Ginta had nothing else to report.

"knowing his history will help us predict his movements within the Higurashi Clan" nodding once more towards Ginta he continued with "I will inform you of my decision tomorrow" he stood as he made his way towards his office window "it is time to set our plan to infiltrate both of the clan and tribe" Ginta was about to respond but was interrupted by Sesshomaru cell phone.

"Sesshomaru speaking" silently excusing himself Ginta left the office "Inuyasha" Sesshomaru questioned seeing that the line had remained silent and was indeed correct to assume it was his younger brother for he soon heard the following

"There's nothing to eat" if his brother wasn't as sick as he was; Sesshomaru was certain that he would have killed him himself "I'm starving"

Kagome had somehow gotten drag into attending "What do you think Kagome… will this make him feel better" there she stood in the middle of a book store as Eri asked her to make the final decision "CD or Manga" how was she to know "Inuyasha does have weird taste doesn't he" Eri didn't even wait for her answer as she quickly called for their other companion "Hojo might know" because apparently it took a tribe to cheer someone up from sickness.

"Why are we doing this again" Kagome couldn't help but asked as she looked at the shelf before her "I hardly even know Inuyasha" and she would have kept it that way if it wasn't for the two that dragged her along.

"Now Kagome, you hardly know anyone as it is" Eri teased her as Hojo finally made his way towards them "Hojo, what do you think CD or manga"

"Depends on what you're getting" Kagome remained silent for she had never had time for both seeing how she was far too busy "No way would Inuyasha read that girly thing" Hojo tossed the book a side as he reached for something more manly "this is something more he'll like" at first glance Kagome couldn't help but be interested but her reaction must have been wrong seeing that Eri's reaction to the book was disgust.

"But that has nothing but blood" Eri looked towards Kagome for a better perfective "Kagome tell Hojo there is nothing wrong with a little romance" she was defiantly asking the wrong person but Kagome did her best to answer.

"I would if it was for a girl but seeing that it's Inuyasha we are trying to cheer up…" Eri rolled her eyes causing Kagome to ask "What?"

"Two against one isn't playing fair Kagome… girls should stick together" Kagome smiled as Eri dragged Hojo long to pay for the book "that's rule number one, don't forget" Eri shouted back.

"Rules, huh" a male's voice whispered in her ear causing her to frown as she turned to face her unwelcomed guest "I always tend to break them"

'it's not the only thing that is broken' she couldn't help but think as she looked at the guy before her who seemed to be healing a few weeks old wound on his face "Do you mind… you're currently in my personal space" she was trapped between the stranger and the book shelf behind her.

"I don't mind at all" he smiled at he took a step back "Have I meet you before"

"I doubt it" she tried to ignore him but it was difficult to do seeing as he continue to block her path "this is harassment" she glared at him.

"It's called flirting… or haven't you ever flirted before" she blushed which only caused him to smirk "Sheltered are you" she didn't know what to say because if she denied it she would only fuel his advances as if she had confirming them.

"Is this guy bothering you, Kagome" Kagome smiled as Hojo and Eri finally returned.

"No, he was just leaving" which caused the guy to smirk at her declaration "Weren't you" holding his hands up in defeat he said

"I have a feeling will meet again, Ka-go-me" Kagome glared daggers as the stranger left.

"Arrogant, no… but he sure his cute" Hojo rolled his eyes at Eri's declaration "Can't wait to tell Yuka what she missed… she's going to flip" it seemed Yuka had to run errands for her mother that day and was unable to attend.

"Better get going, or well never make it to Inuyasha's" Kagome sighed for she was about to declare it a day "it's going to be lots of fun" but they sounded so happy she didn't have the heart to break up the party.

"I can't wait" she said as they made their way towards Inuyasha's apartment which was only a few blocks down the street from the book store it seemed.

"We won't stay long seeing that he might need to recover" Eri tried to reassure her, which Kagome hoped was true for it was already getting dark "We still have school tomorrow"

"And a test" Kagome smiled knowing that that wasn't what they wanted to hear.

"Really Kagome did you have to kill the mood" Eri sighed which only caused Hojo to laugh.

"She does get top scores on each test… perhaps we could start a study group" Hojo asked somewhat hopeful "What do you say?"

"I'll think about it" Kagome said as they finally made it to Inuyasha's apartment building "I hope at least one of you know which apartment number is his" which apparently they didn't by the blush on both their faces.

To Be Continue!