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Chapter One: Monday Morning Miracles

 

Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha.

 

It was early Monday morning, and Inuyasha was yet again awake. He could never seem to sleep for more than four hours at one time. He would blame it on the neighbors who were making much too much noise upstairs, the pain in his back, the dogs down the street, or perhaps that his bed just wasn't comfortable enough. He knew it wasn't any of them. Today he simply blamed it on the rain.

 

He rolled over, and looked out the window to watch the relentless liquid pour down the window pane. It made a slight noise when it connected to glass, and that would satisfy for tonight's excuse. Yes, today was a very important day, and regardless if he was willing to admit it, he knew that was the reason for his insomnia. Today was the day he would meet the new member that would join his team; not that this was a problem of any sort. However, for the first time in his life he was intimidated.

 

All of his childhood was a fight to gain respect from the other kids, and later his superiors. Inuyasha's amber eyes and long silver hair were the main reason for his struggles. Everyone seemed to think that because his hair color was different that would indicate he needed special attention. It was quite the opposite. Inuyasha excelled in school, and was frankly well rounded in every sense. He was intelligent, good looking, athletic, and ambitious. He grew up in the middle class, and attended high school and college like most people, and graduated with a major in criminal investigation. Now, he was a special agent in the Japan Federal Secret Service program.

 

He worked harder than anyone, and was promoted to captain of Human Trafficking. Inuyasha had put many men and women behind bars for their crimes, but there was always one man who always seemed to get away from him. That is where this new guy came in; a man named Sakurai was coming in from Osaka to work on that very case. He rolled over again and thought of going back to sleep. “Who ever this guy is he better be ready to follow orders,” Inuyasha said to the darkness.

 

The clock next to his bed read four fifteen. He sighed, and closed his eyes, and began to think. `What if this new guy comes in and acts like he owns the place? What if he solves it and makes a fool of me?' After a moment, he jumped out his bed and walked to the bathroom, he couldn't lay there anymore; he had to get to work.

 

 

 

Inuyasha walked into his office building at six a.m. Apparently, he wasn't the only one

 

who couldn't sleep. The anticipation of the new arrival hung in the air.

 

“Good morning Mr. Takahashi,” said the receptionist very bubbly.

 

“Good morning Jayne, how are the kids?” said Inuyasha mechanically.

 

“Oh, you know as good as little boys can be, here is your coffee and don't stress out too

 

much over this new guy. I am sure everything will be fine.” She replied frankly.

 

“Keh,” was all Inuyasha could say hoping his nervousness didn't show. He grabbed his

 

coffee, and walked to the elevator which was surprisingly crowded.

 

`Goddammit, why can't everyone just sleep in like normal people' he thought bitterly.

 

He stepped in and pushed the number seven button and waited as patiently as possible. He began tapping his foot rather loudly and sighed in annoyance at the elevator's idleness. He sipped his coffee, and only grew more irritated when he realized it was decaf. He looked around the small compartment. He only knew two of the people from the third floor, who worked in espionage. The rest simply blended in the crowd. The elevator finally reached his floor, and he walked out briskly.

 

“Morning Inuyasha are you ready to meet Mr. Miracle?” said a tall dark haired man.

 

“Yeah Miroku, I am completely thrilled,” said Inuyasha very sarcastically. “And what's up with calling him Mr. Miracle? You haven't even met him yet what if he is completely incompetent?” replied Inuyasha rather harshly.

 

“Come, come now Inuyasha remember this man single handedly took out Tanaka, and rescued 300 Korean prisoners. That's got to count for something. Besides, it's not like he taking your position as captain.” said Miroku who was trying to keep up with Inuyasha's brisk pace to the office.

 

 

They entered their section of the office and sat down in the conference room to join their other colleagues. Everyone was on edge. Inuyasha sat down in a huff and looked around the conference room; there were about twenty altogether. The Human Trafficking Division was divided into many different branches, but Inuyasha's branch was field agents. Of course, there were other field agents, but only these few people would be working with Sakurai. Inuyasha took a seat at the table next to Miroku.

 

“My lovely lady, Sango how are you this fine day?” Miroku asked a tall, slender girl

sitting next to him.

 

“Save it Miroku, today is an important day, it's hard enough trying to get any respect around here from you boys, and I want this new Sakurai guy to appreciate me. Unlike

you Miroku.” said Sango, quite agitated.

 

“Sango I am hurt.” He clutched his chest in pain. “You know I have the utmost respect

for your wonderful skills, besides I know this new guy has everyone talking but don't worry, okay?” said Miroku.

 

“Thanks Miroku, I needed that.” said Sango, and then began working through he pile of papers nervously.

 

Inuyasha was beyond listening to Miroku and Sango's trifles. Those two had been attracted to each other since he met them in the training program four years ago. He always secretly hoped Miroku could stop being such a demoralizing fool, and treat Sango more appropriately. However, he knew that was a long shot.

 

Inuyasha looked around the widely round table before him. Along with Miroku, and Sango there were many others he would call his somewhat friends. Shippo, a shorter guy who was a genius in weapons. Kouga, a tall dark haired, muscular man who was the best undercover agent he had. Ginta and Hakkaku were the transportation junkies who enjoyed any tech instrument they could get there hands on. Next to Kouga was Ayame. Ayame was the spunk of the team; she was always trying to bend the rules. There were others of course, but Inuyasha really didn't have the energy to think of the others.

 

Miroku looked over at Inuyasha, and had to stop himself from laughing. He tapped

 

Sango's shoulder and pointed in Inuyasha's direction.

 

“Miroku stop picking him! I would be nervous too if I had a new guy coming in to steal

my thunder.”

 

Inuyasha was tapping his foot impatiently and pinching the bridge of his nose, in attempts

 

to stop the migraine that was pulsating in his head.

 

“Oh I know Sango, but it's just funny to see a big bad dog like Inuyasha scared.” said

Miroku

 

“Shut it Miroku or I will sentence you to trainee duty.” replied Inuyasha fiercely

 

Seeing the dangerous tone in Inuyasha's voice Miroku silenced immediately. Sango had

 

to stop herself from laughing, and quickly covered her mouth. Miroku gave a hurt glance

 

toward her, but she only seemed to giggle harder.

 

“When is this Mr. Miracle coming?” asked Shippo abruptly.

 

“His name is Sakurai, and he is not a goddamn miracle!” shouted Inuyasha

 

“Captain calm down, we are all just as anxious as you are.” said Sango.

 

“Keh,” was all Inuyasha could say. He kept tapping his foot and hoping for some sort of

relief. He finally stopped in attempts to compose himself. `I don't want to look like a

nervous twit when this guy comes in,' he thought bitterly.

 

“Well, I bet he's a egomaniac, I mean any man who single handedly took out Tanaka has

to have some vain,” said Kouga quite arrogantly

 

“Well we all know you would never have that kind of vain Kouga,” replied Ayame

 

The whole conference roomed burst into a fit of laughter. Ayame acted as if nothing had happened, and Kouga's whole body went rigid with embarrassment. He glared at Ayame, and went back to chatting with Ginta about the newest `toys' from the tech department.

Abruptly, a tall silver haired man walked into the room. He was Sesshomaru the chief of the entire department. He glanced around the room seriously, and seemingly void of much emotion. He was Inuyasha's older brother, and long time competition. Together with their leadership the department flourished, and managed to exceed their expectations every year. Everyone always thought the Takahashi brothers were well…different to say the least. Not only because their features were stunningly exotic, but something in their presence. Their silver hair, piercing golden eyes, and almost albino skin gave them an eccentricity among their peers. Although, Inuyasha was much more temperamental than Sesshomaru, he had a certain rebel appeal to most people. As for their presence, they had a certain grace about them that no other man seemed to posses. Whenever they walked into a room they were immediately singled out and sought after. Today was no exception.

 

“Good morning everyone. I trust everyone knows why we are here. A new member of our team is about to join us today. I know all of you will represent our department with pride, and treat our new member with twice the respect of anyone in this room. Upon arrival I want everyone to immediately get to work on the Satou Case. Is that understood?” Sesshomaru left no room for argument. Everyone nodded swiftly, and glanced at one and other to make out each others emotions on the anticipated arrival.

 

“Chief Sesshomaru, our guest has arrived.” Interjected a little man at the doorway.

“Thank you Jaken,” replied Sesshomaru. Inuyasha stared at Sesshomaru; they exchanged looks, and gave each other a nod of acknowledgement. No one knew how or why the brothers did it, but they knew it could not be discussed. Miroku looked at Inuyasha. He could not read his face, but no one could ever read Inuyasha when he didn't want to be read. With an uncommon grace, Sesshomaru walked out the room.

Inuyasha fidgeted, and looked uncommonly nervous. However, his eyes were shut tight and he once again pinched the bridge of his nose. Miroku and Sango exchanged worried glances at one and other, while the rest of the team chatted quietly. Miroku and Sango knew that whatever worried Inuyasha Takahashi was definitely something for them to worry about.

 

Kouga nonchalantly said, “Well I guess now we get to meet the ever famous Mr. Miracle now.”

 

“Actually that's a Ms. Miracle,” replied a girl from the door

 

“Everyone I would like you meet the new arrival to our team Ms. Kagome Sakurai.”

Sesshomaru stated.

 

 

 

 

Author's Note: Hello. Thank you for reading, and reviews are always appreciated. Please keep the criticism constructive. I will try to update twice a month on a regular basis. Thanks again!