InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Forever a Shadow ❯ 3 ( Chapter 3 )

3.

 

 

Monday came far to quickly for Inuyasha, six a.m. and the screech of his alarm clock reverberated in his head. He rolled over, Kikyo was already up, getting the girls ready for school, and then off the children's hospital for the day, she always had some fundraiser to oversee. Inuyasha lay in the darkness of his room wishing to God he could have been with Kagome this weekend, but well knowing that would be a mistake, something was not right with his beloved wife, he could not tell if it was suspicion or PMS. It would have to be enough for Inuyasha to see Kagome at the office today. What was she doing this weekend? He had called her once during Sunday, but she did not pick up, and she knew not to call him, oh well, he drug his tried body to the shower, Kikyo would be gone with the girls before he got out, their day always started at the crack of dawn.

 

 

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Kikyo was putting the girls into the SUV, there nonstop chatter drowning out her own thoughts. She had a ton of work to do at the hospital, the new oncology wing needed more money, and it would be her job to finagle the funds out of the city's elite. She was supposed to meet Mr. Naraku at lunch, but there would be no time for that now, she did however tuck that envelope into her attaché case before leaving the house. She'd look at it when she had a minute to breath. When the girls were dropped off at school, and kisses were given to each, she felt as if a weight was lifted, she loved her girls, but they could go on and on about nothing. She enjoyed her drive to the hospital in silence.

 

 

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He parked his car in the slot where it was always parked; he did not feel the need to be chauffeured around in a limo like his brother. Driving was one of the few pleasures he afforded himself, each year a new sports car, Kikyo had always driven the family car without any complaint. Inuyasha was met at the door by his assistant Myoga, another lesser demon in the realm, if something was to go wrong it was guaranteed Myoga was no where to be found. His only saving grace being that he served his father during his lifetime. Inuyasha was tying his tie as he stepped on the elevator, Myoga going on about something in his ear, Sesshomaru needed to see him, so on and so forth.

 

“Myoga, I haven't even made it to my desk, and already you're at my heels!”

 

“Sorry sir, but you're brother wants to see you right away. He said first thing, as soon as you step into the building. Mr. Jakken was very clear on the importance sir.”

 

Inuyasha rolled his eyes as he stepped off the elevator on his floor. Inuyasha glared at Myoga walking past his office heading to his brothers, the largest suite on the floor.

 

“At least get me some coffee Myoga.” Myoga scurried off.

 

Inuyasha bypassed Sesshomaru's' assistant, a wormy looking fellow by the name of Jakken, one on the best ass-kissers in the corporate world. The worm tried to protest; Inuyasha flung the door open, stepping into his brothers' workplace. It was no office, it was a palace of Roman design, and even Caligula would be green with envy. Italian marble floors and columns, the finest woodworkers money could buy, the hand carved desk was a masterpiece in itself, on the walls were original frescos brought over from Italy, and Sicily, to the great upheaval of their governments department of antiquities, but money could win all arguments. You have enough money; you always get what you want. Inuyasha plopped down in a chair in front of his brothers' desk; Sesshomaru coldly glanced his way as he tried to wrap up his phone conversation. Inuyasha could not understand a word of the conversation, it was completely in proper Spanish; Sesshomaru callously spoke in an angry tone to whoever was on the other end, then simply hanging up the phone on the person.

 

“Those bastards in Madrid, we need a new CEO for that part of the European market. Want to move to Spain brother?” Inuyasha declined his offer with a grumble. “That's what I thought.”

 

“So what is so fucking important that I cant even make it to my office before seeing you? Couldn't even let me have some coffee.” Inuyasha was truly annoyed, Sesshomaru never called for him for just a friendly chat, it was always some problem with him. Inuyasha knew he would never live up to his older brothers standards, especially since his mother being a human and all. “What didn't I do now?”

 

“Your coffee sir.” Myoga handed Inuyasha a steaming cup.

 

“Thanks Myoga.” Inuyashas eyes lit up at the sight of the brew.

 

“Now leave us, and make sure the door is shut on your way out.” Sesshomaru flatly spoke to Inuyashas assistant. It was obvious Sesshomaru believed the man to be way below his station to give common courtesy too.

 

Myoga excused himself hurrying out of the majestic office, closing the solid doors as quietly as possible.

 

“What is it Sesshomaru? Another merger go badly? You definitely seem in a mood today, colder than your normal sub-zero attitude. I don't know how Rin puts up with you.” Inuyasha rolled his eyes sipping off his coffee.

 

“Inuyasha, I would like to know what your relationship with Miss Higurashi is all about.” Inuyasha choked on the now seeming acidic drink. “You do know you are not only jeopardizing your marriage to a very powerful woman in a respected Japanese family, but you will dishonor our great families name as well. I refuse to let you do that. I have worked far to long to fix fathers past indiscretions, namely your mother and you, I have made this a powerful company in the corporate world. You will not sully its reputation simply because you cannot keep your dick in your pants. Understand brother?” Sesshomaru venomously spoke; needless to say if this had come up a few hundreds years ago Inuyasha would have probably just lost his head.

 

“There is nothing going on between us.” Inuyasha tried to seem as nonchalant as possible; that went out the window as soon as a pair of hose were literally threw at his face.

 

“Explain that, and tell me a great lie as to why the security cameras in the hallways caught the both of you going to your office after the party Friday night. It is not the first time it has been brought to my attention Inuyasha. How foolish do you think I am? I always know what is going on in my company; I never ask a question until I am sure of the answer. And I do know the answer to this.”

 

Inuyasha hid his shock as best he could looking down at the panty hose that were draped over his hand that held his coffee. He looked to his brother, Sesshomaru wore no expression, but his amber eyes were pools of seething anger ready to brim to the surface.

 

“It is none of your business Sesshomaru. What I do in my private life is just that, private. How dare you chastise me.” Indignant Inuyasha threw the hose back across the desk.

 

“Hear me now brother, you will not bring a scandal of global proportions down upon our fathers company, it was his legacy to his sons. Do not be a fool over a young piece of ass.” Sesshomaru nearly hissed the words; he was having a difficult time reining his anger in. “What will you do if a child comes of this little affair of yours? She herself is only a child Inuyasha, think about her well being, not to mention what this would do to Kikyo and the girls.”

 

“Don't you dare bring them into this Sesshomaru. I will take care of it.” Inuyasha slammed down his mug on his brothers' desk storming to the door.

 

“See that you do, or I will be forced to clean up the mess Inuyasha.”

 

 

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His mind was now racing, would his brother risk saying anything to Kikyo? No, he would not wish to bring his infidelity to her attention. At least not yet. God he needed to see Kagome, he missed her voice, her tenderness of her soul, and he missed not being able to spend every waking moment in her arms. Inuyasha did not even realize Myoga was talking to him, or trying to talk to him as he walked to the elevators, he heard something about a meeting he had in an hour, but Inuyasha did not care, Kagome, he had to see her and now.

 

“Myoga stop your incessant prattle, cant you tell when you are being ignored?” That silenced him, but only briefly.

 

“But sir, your 9 o'clock appointment.” Myoga rambled.

 

“I will be there, just let them know I will be there shortly.” Inuyasha glanced at his watch; he still had twenty minutes that would be enough time to at least talk to her. “Go on, I said I will be there shortly.” His tone apparently agitated.

 

“Yes sir.” Myoga left him at the elevator; he spun on his heels going toward Inuyashas office.

 

Inuyasha sighed in relief as he rode down the empty elevator to the floor containing the law offices. Stepping out he heard the joyful giggles and congratulations being spoken, someone was engaged. He turned the corner to see Kagome encircled by Sango and half a dozen other lawyer aids and secretaries. They were all squealing excitedly, commenting on the size of the rock on her finger. It was then it slapped him they were all a flutter over Kagome! Sango was the first to notice him; she nudged Kagome, his lover looked up into his stunned eyes. Kagome turned to him, her smile immediately faded. The women around her saw the boss, and scurried back to their desks.

 

“Mr.Chikara, what brings you down to our floor?” Sango coyly inquired.

 

“Sango, may Miss Higurashi and I use your office?” Not even waiting for a reply, he firmly had Kagome by the elbow leading her into Sangos' office; he nearly slammed the door behind him. “So this is why you didn't answer my calls all weekend?” He held her hand staring at the massive engagement ring on her finger. Jealously coiled itself firmly around his heart, it pained him deeply. “Engaged? To whom? Since when?”

 

“Inuyasha, it was my old high school boyfriend, we have been talking for a while, and emailing each other, he just showed up Saturday afternoon, and well…” Kagome bit her lower lip, not quite sure what to say to him. “its not like you would leave Kikyo for me right?”

 

His heart was being torn to shreds, right before her. Who the hell was this guy? He wanted to kill him. “Kagome, but what about us?”

 

“What us? I am nothing; I am always standing it the shadows of your life. I didn't want to hurt you Inuyasha.”

 

“How could you think it would not hurt me? Damn it I love you!” That was not supposed to come out. He sulked away from her, his back to her. “What a great fucking Monday!”

 

“Inuyasha, you love me?” She whispered, only to be surprised by a knock on the door.

 

“Kagome, thought I'd come see where you worked, Sango told me you were using her office,” In walked the `fiancé', all jet black hair, and brilliant blue eyes. He confidently strode up to Kagome, kissing her on the lips. Turning to the man in his presence he smiled, offering his hand to shake. “I'm Koga her soon to be husband, and you are?”

 

“Gone.” Inuyasha rushed out of the office before the urge to beat the guy to death took over.

 

Kagome watched him leave, she could not admit to Inuyasha her heart was aching for him to.