InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Smokes and Mirrors ❯ Meet Jade ( Chapter 13 )

Smokes and Mirrors

 

Chapter 13: Meet Jade

 

Every piece of the plan was slowly falling into place and, to his luck, she was already on the market. It's been but a few days since the girl's return home and already she was buying off his son. It was pleasing.

 

Just the thought of her desperately looking for a release amused him to no degree. The thought of that girl begging him to help her, to stop the pain… To take her to Neverland.

 

His jeans were once again too tight for his liking.

 

Naraku shook his head. He needed a clear state of mind. Meeting with Tokyo's most famous, as well as biggest drug dealer acquired quite a bit of diplomacy and concentration. One slip-up and he was a dead man. He knew far too well, heard far too many stories.

 

Concentration was a must. He knew that would be impossible with a hard-on and visions of a naked Kagome writhing away beneath him.

 

He grabbed a towel and headed for the bathroom. He knew for a fact that Kikyo couldn't stop by today, therefore if he didn't ease his twitching shaft one way or another, he'd have a difficult time focusing later on. A cold shower is all he needed right now.

 

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He hated coming to school on Saturday mornings. It was the worst day of the week. What's more, Saturday class meant you were behind in a subject. But that wasn't his reason, thank goodness everyone knew. Being one of the smartest in school, he had no need for extra help in anything.

 

However, his father thought it'd be a good idea to have him take extras and get himself more credits. He didn't even understand why he needed any type of degree if he was just going to follow his family's food steps.

 

He was relieved this semester he had gym. He didn't know how much more he could take of Mathematics and Japanese Literature. At least physical education was useful.

 

“All right class! We'll start with the usual: stretches followed by five turns around the track. I'll be keeping an eye out. Some of you will be marked today. Now let's get started!”

 

They've been going through the same routine since the semester started. Why the teacher insisted on repeating himself each and every time their class started, Inuyasha didn't know and he really didn't care.

 

Done with stretching, he started his run. It was all done in a zombie-like state, though. Since yesterday his mind has been drifting around. That girl. Kagome. She was seriously getting to him. It annoyed him beyond reason and he couldn't explain why. He'd spent his entire Friday night awake because of her. It wasn't until four in the morn when he actually fell asleep only to wake up every fifteen to twenty minutes.

 

Maybe he could ask his brother for help. The chances of Sesshoumaru aiding him were slim to none, but it was worth a try. With the right words, he could capture his attention.

 

“All right class, gather up! Girls, you'll be playing some volleyball. Guys, you've got soccer.” With a clap of his hands, the teacher dismissed his students.

 

Inuyasha followed the guys over to the soccer field while the girls went in the opposite direction. They decided who would be on which team and what their positions were. The game started and his team was winning, obviously. But his mind wasn't preoccupied with the game. Every time he kicked the ball his thoughts swayed to how happy Kagome looked in the arms of a freak, and how much he wished the ball was Amara's head.

 

That definitely helped score a few points.

 

Yesterday was yesterday, though. Right now he had to figure out how to get his brother to cooperate.

 

***

 

11:00 AM sharp.

 

That was the meeting time. He couldn't screw this one up. Then again, playing the role of Japan's most notorious drug dealer wasn't all that complicated. Intimidation was the key word, and he was a professional at that.

 

However, today's meeting was important. Today he was supposed to bust down Naraku Onigu.

 

His father has been trying for a couple of years, but always failed at the task. The old man was good at his work: he used to be one of USA's top FBI agents till they moved back to Tokyo seven years ago. He was convinced Naraku has something to do with the Higurashi case, but that low-life's alibi came through clean.

 

Because of one obsession, his father failed in arresting that bastard on so many occasions. The old man was still the best of the best though, and he proudly worked under the elder's watchful eyes. However, he will not make the mistake of letting the criminal go.

 

He, Sesshoumaru Taka, would stop Naraku right here, right now.

 

11:00 AM sharp.

 

Four bulky men surrounded him. His face never wavered once as he kept his eyes focused on the approaching car. He watched with indifference as four men stepped out. The driver stayed near the car while the other three came towards him.

 

The one in the middle he recognized as Naraku, the other two would-be bodyguards completely disregarded. The man of the hour was dressed in a white shirt with a few buttons undone and a black dress suite, no ties. His hair was kept in his signature style: well tied high ponytail with his ebony locks flaring around his shoulders.

 

Naraku stepped forth, ordering his lackeys to stand back.

 

Sesshoumaru did the same, looking absolutely bored and uncaring of the situation. The others with him knew not to interfere or pull any move until their boss gave the sign, so they too kept their distance.

 

“Blue eyes, blond hair. I guess you're not from around here, Mr. Jade.”

 

Mr. Jade showed no signs of acknowledgement. He simply stared. “Do not refer to me as mister. Jade is fine, Naraku.”

 

“Well,” Naraku seemed amused. “I don't recall giving you my name.”

 

“I have my sources.”

 

“Aren't I a popular one.”

 

Neither missed a beat and frankly, neither enjoyed the other's lack of respect and attitude. Naraku came to the conclusion that this Jade character was far too tense for his liking. Maybe the beauty before him was sex deprived? `If that be the case, I just might get a good deal.'

 

“I've got a little something I can let you borrow to get that tension out of you.”

 

Sesshoumaru was good at this game. He knew exactly what the other was talking about and he was utterly disgusted such a thing even crossed the shorter one's mind. He didn't let it show though. I knew better than that. “I'm not interested in old used bitches.” He played his role perfectly, his tone icy cold.

 

“Oh! But she's not old at all.” Naraku countered, set on getting what he wanted. “In fact, she's quite young and still innocent.” He wiggled his eyebrows suggestively to emphasize his point. “Once I get my hands on her, I'll be willing to share.” A predatory grin was plastered on his face.

 

Curiosity getting the best of him, Sesshoumaru kept his steady gaze on the other man. Innocent? “What's the catch?”

 

“I just want a good deal is all.” Jade gave him no answer. He simply kept staring. “If you refuse,” Narakue pushed, “you'll be the first. It's fine by me, though.”

 

“The first? So you're already sharing with another?”

 

“No, no!” The vile creature laughed, amusement glittering in his eyes. “Don't worry, my friend. Give me a good deal and you'll be the only one I share my possession with.”

 

“How old?”

 

“Sweet sixteen.”

 

Underage. Sesshoumaru wouldn't stand for that. “I will accept in one condition: you hand her over to me first.”

 

Naraku's grin grew even wider. Hook, line and sinker. “That depends on our deal.”

 

Sesshoumaru eyed him carefully. “What do you suggest?”

 

“Five percent profit for you, the rest stays with me.” It wasn't much. He knew it was far fetched, but he just had to try. And to his surprise, Naraku got what he wanted.

 

“Very well.” Sesshoumaru could care less about profit. His profit wasn't monetary. “However, the girl better remain pure or our deal is off.” He had to make sure the bastard wouldn't cheat him for an extra day on the streets.

 

Naraku bowed his head respectfully, a smile curving his lips. He promised she'd be as pure as the first snowflake of the season. Without further questions, Sesshoumaru bowed as well before turning to leave. After all, he mustn't look too interested in the deal.

 

“I'll be in touch.”

 

With that, both men walked back to their own cars. Prior to taking his seat, Sesshoumaru called out one last time. “Does this girl have a name?” He placed a mental note to do a background check on the individual. That is, he would have if it weren't for the answer he got.

 

Naraku stopped half-way through entering his vehicle. That disgusting grin and predatory gleam in his eyes never left as he yelled back the one name the young cop wasn't expecting to hear.

 

“Higurashi. Kagome Higurashi.”

 

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A.N.

 

Well, there you have it. I wanted an insight on what is going with the rest of the cast. And yes: Sesshoumaru is actually a good guy in my fic. I tried to keep him as cold and detached as he usually is. I hope I didn't screw him up…

 

Now to the Shout-Outs:

 

Miaa Hiaa: It could have been… However, she isn't exactly friends with them, and she's irritated with Inuyasha (for now ^.* ). Another likely choice would have been Sota. For all I know it could have been an old friend from her childhood. I would have preferred anybody but him too, but where would the fun be in that! Lol!

 

Anime Lady P.I.M.P: Glad to know you're still sticking around! Thanks for reading!

 

Fallen­_Tenshi_: thanks! It's good to know at least someone reads them. ^_^ I do try to find meaningful quotes. Some of them I had from before, but I have no clue who said them. So they are mostly anonymous. The last one I got from a friend. That's his motto for life. Anyways, thanks for reading!

 

Also, thank you to all the readers. C-ya next time! Take care ^_^

 

 

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