InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Indecent proposal ❯ Phantom at the Opera ( Chapter 17 )

Chapter17: Phantom at the Opera

 

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Disclaimer: If I owned Inuyasha, Sesshomarou would be the one to hold Kagura's heart.

 

 

“Speaking”

`Thinking'

 

 

As Sesshomarou and Kagura sat in silence in the limo, a faint buzzing sound was heard. The wind sorceress grabbed her small red clutch and opened it to grab her cell phone.

 

“Yo!…Oh yeah we're on our way…WHAT! You're fucking kidding right?....Okay I see…Wow! No I had no idea….Yeah, sure…See you in a bit bye Kags!”

 

Kagura then closed her phone and replaced it in her bag before turning on her right to look at Sesshomarou.

 

“Tell me Sessh, who exactly will be in your `private box' at the opera?” She asked him with a phony innocent and carefree smile.

 

“Inuyasha, Kagome, my father and my step mother” Sesshomarou answered evenly.

 

“So, you parents will be there, and you did not think warning me would be a good idea?!” Kagura screamed.

 

“Wind witch, could it be that you are nervous at the idea of meeting the rest of my family?” the dog demon asked cocking an eyebrow in amusement.

 

“No, I just like to be prepared that's all” Kagura said with a shrug trying to appear as relaxed and composed as possible; even if the idea of meeting the patriarch of the Tashio family did not really delight her.

 

`He wants me to meet the rest of his family, could that be that we are getting serious? I mean when he brought me to Rin's play I was surprised but now I even get to meet his parents! It has to mean something, could it be that he feels for me the same way I feel for him?'

 

Kagura was so deep in her thoughts that she did not notice the limo coming to a halt.

 

“Are you coming wind witch?” Sesshomarou asked as he extended his hand to help Kagura out of the car.

 

She smiled up at him as he hooked his arm under hers and the two of them went up the stairs leading to the main entrance of the Opera house. As the wind sorceress looked around she was amazed by not only the large amount of people in attendance but also the wonderful gowns he women wore. She had to admit that it was not the kind of lifestyle she was usually exposed to, but it was nice and she could definitely get used to it.

Sesshomarou looked down at her date and thought `It feels nice to see her smile like that. I actually enjoy being with her, somehow having her at my arm feels just right.'

 

 

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On their way to the Tashio family's private box, Sesshomarou and Kagura were interrupted by a tall and handsome dragon demon. The man was well built and smartly dressed in a navy tuxedo. His long dark blond hair was collected in low ponytail, while his deep red eyes shone in mischief.

 

“It has been long Sesshomarou. Oh tell me would is that lovely demoness at your arm?” the dragon demon asked setting his crimson gaze on Kagura's eyes.

 

“Miss Kagura Kagewaki. This is Mr. Shishinki Ryukotsusei, the CEO of Ryu bank” Sesshomarou said, barely masking his distaste for the man standing in front of them.

 

“My, my, my what a stern introduction. My dear Miss Kagewaki I hope we will see more of each other. Here if you ever need anything, and I mean anything give me a call” Shishinki then handed Kagura his business card. Before flashing her a bright smile and walking away from them.

 

The wind sorceress took his card and put it in her purse even if she had no intention of ever calling Ryukotsusei back.

 

“The others are waiting” Sesshomarou said. Kagura nodded and the two of them kept on walking.

 

 

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“She is such a beauty!” a dark haired woman said as she took Kagura's hands in hers. She practically jumped on the wind sorceress as soon as she entered the spacious and luxurious box.

 

“Please excuse my wife, but even I have to admit that I am quite surprised to see that Sesshomarou brought a lady friend. But where are my manners? My name is Touga Tashio and this is my wife Izayoi. I believe you are familiar with my second son Inuyasha and his date?” The older demon said with a bright and gentle smile.

 

“You could say that. I am Kagura Kagewaki” she answered doing her best to return Izayoi's smile.

 

“Let her breathe” Sesshomarou muttered as he protectively grabbed Kagura by the shoulders and made her seat on a red velvet covered chair next to Kagome and Inuyasha.

 

“You finally made it! What took you so long?” the young human whispered to her friend.

 

“Sesshomarou and Byakuya were busy getting friendly. And I'm not being sarcastic” Kagura answered.

 

“Really, wow! I never thought I would see the day where Byakuya would accept one of your boyfriends”.

 

“Wench it's about to start what are you two blabbering about?” A quite grumpy Inuyasha asked. Truth was that he hated opera, but since he wanted to please his mother…

 

“Baka can't you see I'm busy talking?!” Kagome asked as she sent him a glare.

 

“Aren't they cute? I think our Inuyasha finally found the woman capable of taming him.” Izayoi said a smile on her lips.

 

“Indeed, but it looks like Sesshomarou found his match too. It appears we will have weddings soon enough.” Touga said as he looked towards Kagura and Sesshomarou.

 

“Aw I will finally have more grandchildren. This time around a boy would be nice. I always say Rin needs brothers and sisters” his wife exclaimed happily.

 

Sesshomarou refrained himself from growling, his father and step mother were really getting on his nerves. But using his self control, he managed to turn his entire attention to the stage, once more.

 

Oblivious to the plotting older dog demon and human woman sitting a few feet away, the grumpy hanyou seated next to the delighted young human and the fuming dog demon at her side, Kagura was greatly enjoying the performance. But right in the middle of it, she quietly stood up.

 

Sesshomarou quickly grabbed her arm and without getting up asked “where are you going, wind witch?”

 

“Just the Ladies' room, I'll be back before you notice I was gone” she answered somehow managing not to roll her eyes as she told herself `domineering dog'.

 

“Do you want me to come with you?” Kagome asked her roommate.

 

“No really it's fine, don't bother I'll be right back, okay? Just enjoy the show” Kagura answered as she walked out telling herself `so much for making a quick noiseless exit! Now where were the restrooms again?'

 

 

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After making sure that her make up was still in place and that her elaborate feather ornamented bun was still tightly in place, Kagura went out of the Ladies' room.

 

`Gods this place is too fucking big. Where is the Tashio's private box again? Think I'm supposed to go up these stairs …' But her little reflection was interrupted when she heard a familiar voice calling behind her.

 

“Kagura? Of all the places we meet here? Funny wouldn't you agree?”

 

Slowly the wind sorceress turned around, wishing, hoping and praying that she was wrong and that the male voice did not belong to who she knew it belonged to. But of course, she was unfortunately right, how she now wished Kagome had come along with her.

 

“Naraku?” was all she could say as she looked straight into his dark red eyes.

 

 

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`She is taking too long, maybe I should go retrieve her? Or maybe I should just send Kagome?' Sesshomarou asked himself as he looked at his wrist watch once more.

 

`What if something happened to her? What if she got lost?' his inner demon suggested.

 

`Ridiculous, she just went to the restrooms'. Sesshomarou tried to convince himself even if he could not shake the feeling that something was wrong.

 

`Better be safe than sorry!'

 

The dog demon abruptly stood up and went outside to look for Kagura. `Now I only have to follow her scent.

 

 

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“I wonder, what on earth you of all people could be doing here? I mean the price of the tickets for this representation was really high. Don't tell me you could afford them with your pathetic part time job. Besides going to the opera alone, without a date is pretty pitiful if you ask me” Naraku said as he intently looked at Kagura.

 

“It's none of your business you damned bastard! I don't even want to talk to you” Kagura retorted as she did her best not to start crying, cursing the fact that she was so weak in front of Naraku. She could already feel a lump forming in her throat, she was disgusted with herself, to think that after all this time Naraku could make her feel so many emotions.

 

“Why is that? And we used to be so close.” As if to prove his point, Naraku walked over to Kagura and caressed her reddened cheeks with the back of his hand.

 

He then leaned in to rest his face in the crook of her neck and after taking in her scent, he tried to kiss her. But Kagura realizing what he was trying to do forcefully pushed him away. Just to make sure he understood her message clearly she slapped in with all her strength.

 

“You lost the right to touch me, they day I found out you were cheating on me, and with my sister none the less!” she spat venomously.

 

“Kukuku, you know, I am quite disappointed in you, and you did not even ask me about your sister. If you must know she gave birth to a beautiful baby boy, we decided to name him Hakudoushi. Do you want to see a picture?” Naraku asked with a smirk, as he massaged his reddened cheek courtesy of Kagura.

 

“Whatever.” Kagura said as she turned around. She just wanted to get away from him as fast as possible, she just wanted to go back to the Tashio's box and be with Sesshomarou.

 

`Why do I have this urge to be near him? To be in his arms?! She asked herself as she kept walking.

 

“Kagura?” She heard a small voice ask behind her. She knew it was Kanna but she really did not want to deal with her traitorous sister. Ever since the wind sorceress had heard about her sister's deception, the two sisters had barely exchanged a word. To this day Kagura turned a blind ear to Kanna's pleading and apologies.

 

`As if words could take away all the pain she put me through?' Kagura thought angrily.

 

“Let her go honey. It appears your sister is not too happy to see us. But you know Kagura I think you're headed in the wrong direction. The private boxes are where you are heading.” Naraku said as his smirk grew larger. He just loved seeing how he could still affect Kagura.

 

“I do not think she is mistaken” a deep voice said.

 

“Sesshomarou” Kagura breathed out in relief, she had to catch herself, as she was about to jump into his arms.

 

The dog demon walked towards her and protectively hooked his arm around her waist, to her surprise he then bent and placed a tender kiss on her forehead before saying on the sweetest tone she had ever heard him use:

 

“You were taking too long so I decided to come look for you. Is everything alright…honey?” He had to struggle to add the last part of the sentence, but Sesshomarou decided to lay his claim. He really did not appreciate the lusty looks, and mocking grin Naraku was giving Kagura.

 

Kagura was now looking at him with eyes as big as saucers, she refrained the urge of slapping or pinching herself to find out whether she was dreaming or if this was really happening.

 

“Who are you?” Naraku asked harshly. The idea that Kagura could have replaced him with an obviously handsome and rich full blooded demon just did not sit well with him.

 

“Her fiancé Sesshomarou Tashio” he answered setting his hard gaze on Naraku, and tightening his hold on Kagura. Sesshomarou really did not like the dismissive tone he was using and the looks the spider half demon standing a few feet from him was giving his wind witch.

 

`Okay something is definitely wrong! Did they serve champagne after I left or what?! He just called me his fiancée! Okay I must be dreaming!' Kagura thought as she once more looked from Naraku to Sesshomarou. She had to admit that seeing Sesshomarou talk back to Naraku was extremely pleasing…and kind of hot.

 

“And who would you be?” Sesshomarou asked.

 

“Naraku Kumo, her brother in law and long time friend” he answered emphasizing the three last words.

 

`I figured as much, the despicable man who broke her heart. A spider hanyou, just as Byakuya said.' Sesshomarou thought.

 

Naraku pursed his lips in disgust before adding “Hmpf whatever! Kanna we are leaving!” He then forcefully grabbed Kanna's arm and turned her around before quickly disappearing. Despite Naraku's rough treatment, Kanna managed to send her sister a small sad smile.

 

After the two of them left, Kagura turned towards Sesshomarou with a little apprehension dancing in her ruby eyes, she was not sure what to tell him.

 

“Thanks I guess. But you did not need to do that, I mean I could have gotten rid of him. And your acting skills are pretty amazing too you know. Looks like I'm not the only in the running for the next Academy award”. Kagura said as she tried to walk back to their box. But she soon realized that Sesshomarou's hand was still flung around her waist.

 

She then looked up at Sesshomarou's face and was shocked to see his mesmerizing eyes shimmering like a pool of liquid gold.

 

“What makes you think I was acting? Kagura I have something to ask of you” he whispered.

 

Kagura could only nod, too afraid to use words, as she did not know if she could let out a coherent sentence.

 

“Kagura,” Sesshomarou asked “Will you…

 

 

 

To be continued

 

 

A/N: Enough, I'll stop here. I wonder what Sesshy wants to ask her…find out next time in the chapter named Another mix up.