This story is AU, I don't own the characters, just the plot and original characters in this story. This story will have LGBTQIA+ characters, mating, and is rated for MATURE CONTENT!
"italics" means inner thoughts
"bold italics" means inner demon thoughts
DISCLAIMER: I don't own Inuyasha, all credits for story and characters belong to the creator.
Rated M: for mature language, and adult content throughout story
This is my first time writing a KAG/SESS parring! I hope you like it, take a look at my other stories as well.
Chapter 3: Is Love Overrated?
Sesshomaru sat against the leather chair, tiredly as fatigue ached through his body, golden eyes hidden behind pale eyelids. He drifted in and out of his sleep state, a light buzzing sound cascaded through the shop, his ears twitching at the offensive sound. His head dipped to the side, as he slipped into unconsciousness.
"Sesshomaru we're out of blue,and red ink and I have three clients booked for tomorrow who've requested a coloured tattoo"
Sesshomaru shot up, and groaned quietly, a yawn left his body loudly.
"Damn boss, when was the last time you had a day off?" Kagura asked leaning against the black wall
He rubbed his face, and pushed himself onto his feet.
"I own two businesses, I don't exactly have days off" he said curtly, rolling his eyes as he crossed his arms.
She raised her hands, and said jokingly "Woah, okay Mr. Towa! Please don't eat me, I have a whole girlfriend that is expecting me to come home"
He rolled his eyes, and waved his arm nonchalantly, as he eyed the wind sorceress.
"Who else do we have on the books today?" he said, stretching his arms above his head.
She passed him the black dossier, and said "You're clear, I've got two more and Naraku has one! Speaking of Naraku, when are you two going to start speaking again?"
He shrugged, and said "I do not know what you mean Kagura", he cleared his throat and shifted in his chair.
"Oh please, he's been walking around on eggshells around here every since you and Kyora broke up"
He grabbed his brown leather jacket, and said nonchalantly "If you are implying that I'm anything less of a professional-"
She strode over to him, and placed her hand on his arm gently before peering into his guarded eyes.
"Quit the shit Sesshomaru, we've known each other way too long for that! It's okay to say you're hurting and you feel betrayed! Fuck I'm pissed about it"
He shrugged her hand off, and said simply "I'm fine, Kyora made his decision! I have to get to the bar; I'll put in an order for some new ink tonight. It should arrive in the morning" His stern responde left no room for discussion, leaving the demoness with a frown marring her face.
He strode out of the office, and walked past the glass booths. His head firmly straightened as he walked past the customers being serviced.
He stopped at the front desk, and said coldly "I will be at the bar if anyone needs me, make sure to lock up on your way out" he didn't wait for them to respond as he pushed the clear door open.
He sighed, and walked towards his car parked neatly on the side of the road. He slid in and placed the key in ignition and pulled on to the main road, he tried to keep his thoughts singular as he drove towards his bar. Sesshomaru had always been a man of poise, class and direction; he was never one to be spontaneous or reckless until he met Kyora. He had never cared much for relationships, deeming them a distraction, he'd spend the night with a woman or a man only to leave before the sun rose past the horizon.
He let himself fall for the red haired phoenix demon, surrounded by his fiery passion only to be burned in the end.
He grunted, as he pulled in front of the bar, he roughly opened the door and walked onto the sidewalk; opened the front door of the Up & Up. His ears were greeted with happy chatter, and boisterous laughter as he passed each patron, He walked behind the bar ignoring Mirkou as he flirted with a boozy blonde.
He pushed against the swinging black doors into the back room, and walked straight into the office. A slender eyebrow cocked as he watched his mother balance a ginger haired boy on her hip, as she spoke to Kagome.
"Ah Sesshomaru there you are! How was the Moonbeam?" Kimi asked, her eyes glued to the small boy; a soft smile pulling at her lips.
He shrugged, and placed the dossier on their desk loudly, as he eyed the strange child hugging his mother.
"Good, Is there a reason there's a child on your hip?" he asked, cocking his head slightly to the side.
Kagome stood up quickly, and rushed "Sango and I are both working today and Kagura is at the Moonbeam. I didn't have anyone to watch him, I'm so sorry Sesshomaru'
Kimi cut in abruptly "Nonsense, he is lovely and we will have much fun this afternoon"
Sesshomaru crossed his arms in front of his chest, and asked "Where will you two be having this fun?"
Kimi smiled at the fox demon lovingly and simply said "Car keys please" without removing her eyes from the small child, she bounced playfully on her hip earning a soft giggle from the small boy.
He sighed, and placed them into her hand as she grabbed her purse and disappeared out of the office.
Kagome sighed in relief, and said "Thank god for that woman"
He chuckled, as his hands wracked his hair "She loves kids" he said
Kagome faced him and frowned lightly, the normally stoic well dressed demon had deep purple like bags on his eyes, light sliver stubble and a five o'clock shadow. He looked a mess, she cocked an eyebrow as he sat in the hard chair, his eyes sliding shut.
The raven haired woman tilted her head her wavy hair flowing behind her, she crossed her arms and said "Are you okay Sesshomaru?"
He hummed, not bothering to open his eyes, he stretched out his legs and stifled a yawn.
"Sesshomaru?" Kagome repeated softly, her lips pursed.
He opened on eye, and said "I'm fine"
She frowned, and grabbed the door, and closed it sat in front of the frowning demon.
He groaned, and threw his head back earning a giggle from the small human.
"You're insufferable"
She shrugged, and waited as she examined her nails "I've been told" she laughed
He leaned back and glared at her openly, before he sighed.
He frowned, and said "I'm having a hard time with a break up"
She was slightly taken back, and snorted "You date? I thought you were a monk or something"
He growled "Fuck off Higurashi"
She laughed, and waved her hand dismissively "What happened between you two?"
He sighed, a sullen look appearing on his face "We fell in love, and he broke up with me. Nothing else to tell"
She raised a raven coloured eyebrow, as she processed his statement, she cleared her throat and said gently "He? I didn't know you were gay"
He rolled his eyes, and said "I'm not, I'm bisexual! Sexuality is fluid, I will never understand why humans feel the need to place labels on something so simple"
She held her hands up in defense "Okay Professor Towa, I didn't mean it like that! I just meant I didn't know you like men as well"
He groaned, "I don't like men, I'm sadly attracted to them! There's a huge difference"
She snorted "Okay, why'd he break up with you"
"Apparently I work too much and I'm sour" he said bitterly
She cocked an eyebrow "Sour?" she repeated
He hummed, and rubbed his face frustratedly "Surley, unpleasant, snobby,crabby! Do you need any more adjectives?" he said angrily
She nodded, and said "Come" as she waved him over, she waited patiently as he rose from his chair and closed the distance between them. She surprised him when she pulled him into a tight hug, her head resting on his torso.
He looked down at the small human with a shocked expression, no one dared embrace him without his consent except his mother of course. Most kept their distance, since his expressions, height and daiyoukai status threatened them. He felt warmth creep into his frozen heart, he sucked in a harsh breath when her chin rested on his stomach as she looked up at him, her large blue doe eyes peering into his.
"I know what it's like to trust someone with your heart, only for them to break it! You aren't sour Sesshomaru, I think you've just had a rough go at it" she said sincerely as she held him tightly.
He leaned down, and held her tightly.
"Hn" he said, not knowing what to say.
He pulled away from her, and said "Uhm thanks Kagome"
She looked at him comically, her eyes widened as he walked back to his desk. He looked over to her and frowned.
"What?" he asked
She shook her head and said "You called me Kagome! You have never called me Kagome before"
He chuckled, as she jumped up and down happily. He smiled, trying to ignore the ray of sunshine that managed to find itself in his life.
Kagome paced the living room the next day later in the afternoon, chewing her finger nail anxiously as she eyed the clock. She stood beside the velvet couch in blue jeans, and a blank tank top, her blue eyes found her son playing quietly in the corner in front of the windows. She had woken up earlier than normal and after three cups of coffee she managed to finally stay awake. She prepared Shippou for their visitor, packed his overnight bag, made breakfast and waited nervously for his arrival.
She jumped slightly at the hard knock, her eyes darting towards Sango who sat comfortably on the couch. Sango nodded, and rose from her seat, walking towards the door.
She sighed, and walked over to Shippou, knelt in front of the small fox demon.
"Baby can I talk to you for a second?" she said softly
She watched him continue to play with his toys, a sigh left her body as she felt her patience wearing thin.
"Shippou, I need to speak to you. Please put the toy down" she said sternly
He slammed the toy down loudly, and glared up at her.
"I hate you! You take everything away from me" he shouted, as he shot up and ran up the stairs past the pair that entered the room quietly.
"Argh!" she exclaimed frustratedly
"How often does that happen?" a deep voice spoke from behind her.
She rose to her feet, and turned to face the owner of the voice. Her eyes met golden ones, she cocked her hip out and stood firmly.
"It's been happening every since your son decided to stop talking to his son" she whispered angrily
Toga nodded, and held up a small bag.
"I bought him a toy, although he might not deserve it now. Especially if he's going to speak to his mother that way" he said loudly tilting his head towards the stairs, his voice booming through the townhouse
She looked up at the stairs, and watched messy ginger hair appear at the top of the stairs. The little boy stood shyly with a pout as he played with his shirt nervously.
Toga walked over to the base of the stairs, and looked up at him.
"Come down here and apologizes to you mother immediately young man"
Her son walked down the stairs quietly, under the intense gaze of his grandpa. He stood in front of her, and said quietly "I'm sorry mama"
She nodded "Thank you" she said
Toga walked over to Shippou, and knelt in front of him.
"I need to speak to your mother but afterwards you are going to have a sleepover with me and grandma" he said softly
Shippou smiled meekly "Really? Okay Pop pop"
Toga said "Alright, go and make sure your backpack is ready! I'll come and get you shortly"
He stood and shook his head, sighing as he walked over towards her,he watched the brunette sit on the couch comfortably.
A sad smile crept on his face as he watched her, he sighed.
"I'm so sorry this is happening to you Kagome and I want you to know that I'm trying to fix it" he said carefully
She cocked her eyebrow and repeated "Fix it?"
He nodded "Inuyasha is a spoiled child and that foolishness with Kikyo is a tacky attempt of trying to seek out attention but I'm sorting it out! I'll have him home to you"
She rolled her eyes "Toga, with all due respect! No, Inuyasha cheated and lied to me. He humiliated me and threw me out of our home with his six year old child! If it wasn't for Sango we'd be homeless, and broke!" she said sternly
He hung his head shamefully, and moved his bangs from his eyes.
"My apologies, I overstepped. What would you like for me to do?" he asked sincerely
She crossed her arms in front of her chest, "Tell him to come and see his son for starters"she huffed
"Child support" Sango said boldly earning a laugh from the older demon
He nodded, and opened his jacket.
"I will do that! In the meantime, I'll send you monthly cheques and visit Shippou bi weekly" he said as he scribbled in his cheque book.
She nodded, as he tore the small paper from the book and handed it to her.
She gawked at the amount, and tried to hand it back.
"Toga this is obscene! I can't accept it" she said fiercely
Toga shook his head, and closed the gap between them.
"Kagome, I have made so many mistakes in my life and I tried to rectify them with Inuyasha but it seems all I've done is enable him to act recklessly and behave like a child. All I've ever wanted for that boy was for him to find a good woman, settle down and have some kids" he said tiredly, his gaze fell on the window. Sadness filled his eyes, as he watched the small kids play outside, she frowned as she followed his gaze.
"You and Shippou are his family, and I'll be damned if I let him make-" he paused, and took a deep breath before continuing "I'll be damned if I let him screw it up more than he already has" he said fimly
She eyed the elder demon curiously, and cautiously slid the small cheque into her back pocket; she opened her mouth to question him but couldn't find the words. She watched a smile tug at his lips, but the saddness in his eyes seems to remain in place.
He walked over to the couch and sat comfortably, he smiled at her; unbuttoning his jacket, he crossed his leg and watched her intensely.
"You've certainly changed since the last time I seen you"
She frowned, and sat beside him, turning her body to face him; she crossed her arms infront of her chest.
"What do you mean?"
"You've grown a serious pair of balls!" he laughed earning a laugh from the two woman
"I'm raising a demon on my own! Believe me I needed too" she said chuckling quietly
"Not alone" Sango spoke up, smiling warmly at her friend
Toga laughed quietly, and said "Hmm right! So tell me about this bar and you're new friends?"
She smiled widely and began gushing about The Up & Up, and her crazy co-workers. She actually liked her job, and enjoyed working there, she told him about how niche was, how many customers they served in a day and that it was locally owned by a mother and her son.
"Well I'll certainly have to visit! We should get going, I know Izayoi is bursting at the seams to spoil Shippou" he said softly
She nodded, and said "Great, I packed everything he needs! He's good to go"
He smiled, and called the little fox demon, She smiled as she watched her son fly down the stairs, with a small jacket and hat on, carrying his oversized backpack, he shoved his shoes on and grabbed Toga's hand tightly.
"I'm ready"Shippou said firmly
She chuckled, and asked "You'll have him back Monday morning?"
Toga nodded, and said "Of course"
She watched the pair leave, as panic bubbled in her stomach, she took a deep breath and watched the bouncy fox demon beam as he held onto his grandfather.
"He will be fine Kagome" Sango said
She sighed, "I know, I just miss him already"
Sango laughed, as she closed the door.
"But now we are childless for the entire weekend!" Sango said mischievously
She looked at her friend, and asked "Sango what are you planning!"
She laughed as she was shoved up the stairs, and yelled "Put something tight on"
She jogged up the stairs, and disappeared into her room. She pulled open her drawers and rummaged through trying to find something fitting Sango's criteria, she held up a black body con dress and smirked.
She walked over to the bathroom, and turned on the shower. She reached over and shut the door loudly before jumping into the hot stream of water, she sighed as the hot water worked its way through her tight sore muscles, as it cascaded down her pale body. She thoroughly enjoyed her job, but standing around all evening left her exhausted; she lathered the soap on her body as she hummed allowing the stress of the day to fall from her body. Her mind wandered to her new life; Shippou would start school in a week and she managed to make friends, and she'd silently admit that she loved living with Sango and Kagura. They were so supportive, and immediately jumped at the chance to help her, and then there was Rin and her bouncy personality. She loved getting to know her and seeing her so happy with Koga, actually made her believe in love again.
Then there was Sesshomaru, an enigma wrapped in a rubix cube. When she had first started she thought he hated her but the other night when they had gone out for tacos with the rest of the Up & Up crew, he had been a great listener and a little silly. A smile tugged at her lips, as she thought about the stoic demon. They'd grown closer the last few weeks, and last night she saw a completely new side to him, vulnerable.
He was such a rare being, he dripped masculinity but wasn't afraid to embrace his femininity as well. He spoke with confidence and conviction that she deeply admired, and he was incredibly sexy; he towered over her with bulging biceps, and taut muscles. He clearly took care of his body, and wasn't shy about showing it off either; if the tight black t-shirts were any indication.
She shook her head, as she felt a familiar heat pool in her stomach.
"Quit it! He's your boss" she thought
It had been way too long since she was laid.
She shut off the water, and picked up her towel before carefully wrapping it around her body. She walked out of the shower and into her bedroom, she stopped as she heard loud chatter down stairs.
She cocked her head, before disappearing behind her door, she quickly threw on her outfit. A form fitting simple strapless black dress that clung to her curves perfectly, she opted for a messy bun that allowed some tendrils to frame her face. She did her make up expertly, applying a simple line of black eyeliner and mascara. She stared at her appearance, smiling at her handy work, she slid on some heels and strutted out the door.
She walked down the stairs, her jaw slacked as her blue eyes darted through the living room and front door, she watched people laugh and stand in her normally bare living room.
She stood in awe, as she walked through the sea of people that seemed to magically appear
"Sango" she shouted, as she weaved into the kitchen
"Hey! Oh you look hot mama" Sango said excitedly
She pointed around, and asked "How the hell did you manage this in like an hour"
Sango laughed, and said "Oh please I planned it this morning when you were losing your shit! You need a break"
She shook her head, and laughed "I love you, but you're insane"
Sango shrugged, and pushed a red cup into her hand "Here have a drink! Mirkou said they're coming by in a few hours"
"Is Sesshomaru coming?" she blurted out, as crimson blush crept onto her face
Sango cocked an eyebrow, and cocked her hip "Why, anything you want to tell me?"
She rolled her eyes, and cleared her throat as she shook her head "No, I'm going to do a lap"
She disappeared in the crowd, as she continued to sip her drink. She chatted with people who seemed familiar and introduced herself to new faces, she laughed loudly and enjoyed the company. She watched more people pile into the townhouse, as her face warmed, she frequented the kitchen continuously replacing her drink.
She stumbled slightly as she danced provocatively to the music that blared through the house, her hips shook slowly as her hands moved freely through the air. She allowed the rhythm to guide her as she rolled her hips suggestively. She tilted her head back, sung along to the entrancing song quietly enjoying a moment of bliss.
"Hey girl" Rin said loudly, shocking her, she turned around and halted her movements.
She smiled at the bubbly girl, and wrapped her arms around her before she said "RIN! You're here!"
Rin laughed, and stumbled against her lightly "Someone's a little drunk" Rin teased
She laughed loudly, and shook her empty cup "Oh I need another drink" she laughed snorting slightly as she pushed through the crowd of people dancing, dragging Rin behind her. She entered the kitchen, and snorted as she watched her friend kiss her girlfriend passionately.
"Oh la la" she said suggestively, bouncing her eyebrows at the scene in front of her.
Sango pulled herself from Kagura's tentacle-like grasp, a blush adoring her face.
She poured herself another drink, and smiled at her blushing friend "You two are so adorable"
Kagura laughed, and wiped her lips "Thank you Chicken", earning a groan from the raven haired human.
"HEY HEY! I brought tequila" Naraku said loudly, appearing from the hallway, a slinky red head in toe, as he held up two bottles of tequila.
She turned to Rin, and bent her head, struggling to angle her mouth to her ear, she whispered "Who'd you come with"
Rin hummed, and pried the drink from her hand "Mirkou, Koga and Sesshomaru!"
She nodded, and bobbed her head quietly enjoying the music humming from the living room, she tuned out the conversations around her. She tried to peer over her friend's shoulder nonchalantly but couldn't see anything through the sea of people weaving in and out of the hallway.
"We should play a game" Rin said excitedly, gaining her attention quickly, as the short woman bounced on her heels.
"The real party has arrived! You can get rid of these cheap stands in" Koga said loudly as he walkin into the kitchen with Mirkou and Sesshomaru closely behind. She smiled brightly as she peered into hardened golden eyes that softened when they met hers. She waved him over, and he nodded, slipping behind Koga, holding her gaze as he crossed the kitchen.
He stood in front of her, she slyly dragged her eyes up his body, silently enjoying how the midnight blue t-shirt sat snuggly on his chest. "Higurashi," he said softly, shoving his hand into his pocket.
She smiled brightly and rushed forward, wrapping her small arms around his torso stood still shocked by her forwardness but nevertheless melted into her embrace; they stood in silence, simply holding each other. Unbeknownst to them, the eyes that burned into their skin.
A cough was heard behind them, and he pulled away from her; he looked at her curiously, taking in the light blush that danced on her cheeks.
"Shit can I get a hug like that" Koga said suggestively whistling lowly, earning a jab to the ribs from his girlfriend.
Sesshomaru rolled his eyes annoyingly, "Sure, come here. I'll give you a hug" he said sourly, with a smirk sitting on his face. Kagome giggled quietly behind him, Koga recoiled and hid behind Rin.
"When did you two get so close?" Mirkou asked,his eyebrows bouncing.
Kagome shrugged, and said openly "Oh you know, somewhere between my ex husband kicking me out and the past week".
Rin waved her hand loosely dismissing the current conversation, she said "Let's play a game! Come on" she clapped happily.
They all sat at the kitchen table, Sesshomaru opted to stand and lean against the counter. His eyes caught Naraku and Kyora, he licked his lips and quickly ignored the two. He grabbed a red cup and poured himself a drink, quietly cursing under his breath.
"Does everyone have a drink?" Sango asked as she passed around mixed bottles of tequila.
"Alright Truth or Dare" Rin said proudly, as everyone groaned. Sesshomaru took a sip, and glanced above the rim of his cup at the laughing redhead that hung off his former best friend's arm.
He felt a pang in chest as he watched his ex boyfriend kiss the spider demon softly.
"Truth" she said as her buzz began to wear off, she leaned against the chair and tilted her head slightly trying to catch a glance of the silver haired demon behind her.
"Is it true that you love working with us, specifically me" Ring said sweetly
She laughed, and took a sip of the dark bitter liquid "Yes Rin, especially you"
She chuckled watching the hyper woman jump happily, while clapping her hands.
"Okay kiddy gloves off, my turn" Koga said evilly, he turned and faced Naraku.
"Truth or Dare spider"
Naraku cocked an eyebrow, one arm wrapped around his boyfriend lovingly and said pointedly"Dare asshole"
"I dare you to tell all of us when this shit between you and Kyora really started"
She peered over and looked confusingly at the pair, her eyes racking over the lythe cherry haired bombshell. She looked over her shoulder, and noticed Sesshomaru tense immediately, she watched him flex his shoulders and shift awkwardly. She wasn't sure why she had such a deep urge to rush and comfort him, but with the liquor wearing off, her confidence began to dissipate.
"Pass" Naraku said angrily, taking a quick shot
Koga hummed, and laughed "Pussy"
Sango sat anxiously, and said "Okay dick measuring over! Sesshomaru Truth or Dare"
"Pass" he said moving to take a shot
"Typical" Kyora said quietly, hiding his face against the spider's bicep.
He glared at the redhead, and said "Dare"
Sango smiled, and glanced over at her friend quickly. A mischievous grin tugged at her lips " I dare you to give Kagome a little dance"
Sesshomaru chuckled, and said "Unfair, I haven't danced in years"
"Are you backing down Towa?" Sango challenged earning a growl from the demon
She turned to face him, a look of confusion sat on her face "You used to dance? Like professionally" she asked, earning sporadic laughs, she looked around and searched for answers.
"You could say that" Koga said struggling to hold back his laughter
She shook her head, and asked "What kind of dancing? Like ballet or something"
He bit the inside of his cheek, and placed his cup on the counter, he held his hand out and said "Alright Higurashi, get up"
"Oh woah, where do you think you're going? You gotta do it here" Kagura laughed
He titled his head back, and groaned "You're both fucking dead" he said stoically earning a laugh from the two women
He pulled her chair to face him, earning a squeak from the small woman, he closed his eyes and said "If any of you say a single word after! I'm kicking your asses"
He eyed her intensely, his eyes ran over her form freely, heat pouring into his veins as he watched her fidget under his gaze.
A smirk pulling at his lips, as he thought "Ah she's sober now! This'll be fun"
Sango chuckled, and changed the music pumping through the house,the bass pumped through the house as the music played through the speakers. People in the living room girated to the change of pace, he shook his head and glared at Sango.
Kagome bit her lip, and looked up at him, she vaguely recognized the song and bobbed her head to the familiar beat. She watched him roll his waist effortlessly to the melody of the song, he bounced his hip suggestively and earned a gasp from her. She watched him body roll effortlessly to the music, he ran his hand up his torso and along his chest lewdly; her jaw dropped.
I'm just a bachelor ,I'm looking for a partner
Someone who knows how to ride ,Without even falling off
Gotta be compatible ,Takes me to my limits
Girl when I break you off ,I promise that you won't want to get off
Kagome watched him closely, and intensely as he teased his body along to the music; her normally stoic and aloof boss was in front of her expertly moving his body seductively causing her to fan herself, as her face heated. She had certainly thought he was a gorgeous man but he was igniting a deeper desire inside of her as he slunk forward. She watched him move his hands towards his hair, and release the silver curtain with a flick of his wrist. She watched in awe as he moved his hands through his man effortlessly. Watching Sesshomaru come towards her with a light, slinking walk as he stepped one foot in front of the other while his shoulders tilted sultrily with each step, caused her jaw to slack.
If your horny, let's do it! Ride it my pony, my saddles waiting! Come and jump on it
If your horny, let's do it! Ride it my pony, my saddles waiting! Come and jump on it
You and your body, every single portion
Send chills up and down your spin
Sesshomaru reached her, knelt down pushing her thighs apart
If we're going to get nasty baby
He turned his back to her, and sensually leaned back bracing himself against the sides of the chair as he rolled his body between his thighs. His head thrown back against her shoulder as his breath shimmered across her face, blue eyes found golden ones as he stared at her heatedly.
Lurk all over and through you baby, until we reach your stream
He thrusted his hips to the bass and balanced himself on one hand as his other hand found the back of her neck. He rolled over and faced her, his face inches from hers as her eyes dropped to his lips, the song drifted by and lulled in background. The throb of the next song hummed through the space, as they held each other's gaze.
He smirked at her heated gaze, enjoying her lustful gaze, he whispered "I used to be a stripper"
She nodded dumbly as she licked her lips, her mind not picking up on anything except for the sexy demon in front of her.
"So do I tip him or does she?" Koga laughed awkwardly watching the scene unfold in front of them.
Her blue eyes shined as she looked up at him,watching him move under her gaze, she licked her lips and swallowed harshly. They stood in place silently daring the other to make a move!
"Erm Who's next?" Kyora asked, clearing his throat loudly, shaking Sesshomaru from his trance.
He pulled away, only for her to shoot out and grab his arm; he looked down at her arm before she said "I'd love to get another dance sometime"
He smiled seductively "Anytime Kagome" he said with a mischievous glimmer in his eye.
Kimi yawned as she shut off the bar lights, and walked toward the door. She opened the glass door and shut it behind her, turning around to lock it tightly. She whipped around, and walked towards the sidewalk, she stopped as she saw a figure leaning against the tree leisurely.
"Hi Kimi Cakes" Kirinmaru said shyly waving awkwardly
She sighed and rolled her eyes, her heels banging against the concrete as she rushed past the red haired dragon demon.
"Wait up" he said, jogging behind her, struggling to keep up with her.
She glared at him, and asked "How'd you find me?"
"I thought you were still in New Orleans! I did some digging and found out about The Up & Up! Figured I'd swing by" he said earnestly struggling to keep up with her quickened pace
She stopped, and coldly said"Why? What do you want Kirinmaru" her hardened golden eyes taking in the aged dragon demon. His wavy red hair shining in the moonlight as he struggled to find the words.
"Kimi I haven't seen you in nearly 20 years, I want to catch up! Maybe grab some gumbo?" he said sincerely, his seafoam eyes pleading silently
She folded her arms, and kissed her teeth. She said lowly "fout lanfe" earning a laugh from her old friend.
"Still spicy as hell" he teased
She rolled her eyes, and said "It's been 24 years, I haven't seen you since Sesshomaru was 6"
He pressed his lip into a firm line, and shook his head, he said quietly "I know and I'd love to make up for lost time Kimi"
She nodded, and declared "You aren't going to leave me alone" he laughed and shook his head.
She tilted her head, and sighed "Come on, I know a place a few blocks from here"
He nodded and followed her closely as he trailed her, his eyes taking in her form loosely. She hadn't changed much regardless of the time that had passed; he smiled as he watched her ass bounce against her tight jeans as she walked forcefully into the night.
They had met when he had moved to New Orleans for an internship program, she immediately became his closest confidant. Opening the shy awkward demon to a life of passion, food and life; she had changed his life instantly, back then she had been an aspiring chef who had been working as a bartender at some dive bar in the fourth quarter.
Growing up in Japan, he had been sheltered. Private schools, recitales and schedules, he followed his parents plan closely until he met Kimi, the cerole native ignited something inside of him that he had never been able to shake. Secretly, he had loved her back then
She walked into the tropical themed restaurant nodding at the bartender and sliding into the booth. She shrugged off her jacket, and hung it on the hook, she fixed her fitted long sleeve shirt that hugged her curves closely with a plunge v neckline. She looked up at him, and watched him shrug off the clearly expensive coat, revealing a black dress shirt that accented his clearly built body. She rose a silver eyebrow, and thought "he certainly has changed"
She sat across from him, and said "So where have you been the past decade?"
He hummed and rolled up his sleeves revealing the black ink that decorated his forearm
"Well after helping to build Tashio Industries, and making leaps in medical technologies. We started building weaponry for the American government and -"
She held up her palm, cutting him off quickly "I didn't ask for your biography I asked where've been?"
He bit his lip, and said "Singapore, Hawaii, New Zealand, Paris; fuck everywhere! I've been on sabbatical for the past five years"
She frowned, folding her arms, and resting them onto the table. "Why, you love what you do! You're true a technological titan" she mocked
He laughed and shook his head slowly, he sighed "When you stop and look back at your life and realize that you've got nothing to show for it, it kind drives you crazy"
He continued, "I'm alone, and when I look back at my life I have so much regret"
She cocked her eyebrow and asked "Is that why you looked me up because you have regrets Kirinmaru?"
He sighed "I happened to bump into you the other day, but I won't lie! When I saw you I figured it was my chance"
She leaned back, and eyed the dragon demon "You're chance for what?"
"To apologize and hopefully reconnect! I've missed you Kimi so much" he pleaded leaning forward
She sighed, and chuckled lowly "You've got nothing to apologize for Kirinmaru"
He shook his head "No I do and I'm hoping I can get a chance to make it up to you and Sesshomaru"
Her head shot up, her golden eyes guarded instantly "Whatever this is, stays between us for now! Sesshomaru has been through enough and I will decide if you meet my son"
He nodded, and said "Of course"
She bit her lip, and leaned back. A sigh leaving her body as her mind reeled, she hadn't expected the red haired ghost of her past to stroll into her life, or even to try and track her down. They certainly hadn't left things pleasantly, but here he was trying to make amends and she'd be lying to herself if his words hadn't pulled on her heart strings.
"I mean it Kirinmaru, whatever we're doing stays between us" she said forcefully, her words dripping with implications. His seafoam eyes widened slightly, and he nodded in agreement with her silently.
"Between us" he repeated, his body slacking slightly as he relaxed. He palmed the menu, and added "Order whatever you want, It's on me"
She laughed, and said "Obviously, you're the billionaire"
He smiled, and felt his heart hammer in his chest as he slid into a familiar tango. He sighed internally as he watched her silver hair shimmer in the dimly lit restaurant, he was certainly screwed but he sure as shit wasn't going to stop. He was like an addict sitting across from his vice, and he didn't have the willpower to walk away, not again.
Sorry for the wait! Work has been intense, i hope you enjoyed this chapter! lots happening haha!