Aitoshii

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Kagome adjusted into her job with ease. Everything Sesshoumaru asked was done. She had originally thought that he might be a hard taskmaster, but he simply was one who knew exactly what needed to be done and how to do it efficiently. Kagome was thankful for the job as well as the ability to continue her studies in the university.

In fact, she felt better than ever. She did not have to stress over taking care of the shrine or Souta. Sesshoumaru had made arrangements for a couple Shinto priest and priestesses to take care of the shrine. They resided in a building on the opposite side of the shrine itself, which was the farthest from the Higurashi house. It would give Souta the privacy he needed without feeling alienated in a place where he had always lived.

Kagome even slept well, and even had fewer nightmares. She even ceased having anxiety attacks. Although Sesshoumaru offered her the opportunity to seek out a psychiatrist, she turned it down, explaining that most of it stemmed from having to adjust to a lifestyle with not much of a future. She had just about lost hope for herself then, but if it had not been for the demon lord, she probably would have not been able to be in college or even have a home.

It had been a few months since she had moved into the Western Lord’s household. She decided she wanted to do something for Sesshoumaru. The demon lord never went out except for events with long time colleagues or anything that was business- related. Jaken had recently mentioned that Sesshoumaru was approaching his one-thousandth birthday, and Kagome tried to think of things that might please the silver- haired lord.

A party seemed okay, but a bit drab considering that the guest list just about covered every businessperson in Sesshoumaru’s Rolodex. A vacation was out of the question as Sesshoumaru rarely took time off to visit foreign places other than to build new business relations. Only a couple weeks ago, Kagome had been whisked off to San Andres Island, off the coast of Colombia. The island was beautiful, but Kagome had to enjoy the beach alone at the oddest times. The rest of the time she had to stick by Sesshoumaru, as he met with hotel representatives to establish their computer security network.

If Kagome took him to dinner, it would seem like a date and at the moment, she was not sure if that would be appropriate considering that she owed every good thing going on in her life at the moment to him.

Kagome had gotten from Jaken that the last time that Sesshoumaru had gone out was to Aitoshii, and it ended up being quite the debacle. Maya had mentioned that the demon had been highly aroused, yet also frustrated. Kagome knew that she had aroused Sesshoumaru when he had requested her for a private dance. She knew Sesshoumaru cared for her in some manner and it was not for the fact that she was the honorable Shikon no Miko. However, if she performed solely for him she was also struck with the awkwardness that she lived in his home and that she worked for him. She always thought Sesshoumaru was gorgeous, but would not do something to jeopardize the friendly relationship they had been working on the past few months.

Kagome mulled her ideas in her head while in bed.

“Are you going to remain in bed, Kagome-chan?” Maya asked, and then plopped herself on the bed too.

Kagome smiled, and then picked a pillow up.

“You would not dare to chuck that at me?” Maya mocked.

“Wanna bet?” Kagome replied, and then threw the pillow at the demoness.

Both giggled for a bit before Kagome grew serious and let out a long sigh.

“What is it?” Maya asked, quite concerned by Kagome’s change of emotion.

“Jaken told me that Sesshoumaru will be celebrating an important birthday. I have tried to come up with any good ideas that would please him. I want to do something to repay his kindness towards me. If I have a party, it would be boring. If I take him out, it might be inappropriate,” Kagome said, full of angst.

Maya smiled at the distraught girl. She had seen the two grow close and knew how much this meant to Kagome. She also knew that Sesshoumaru, if he knew, he would deter Kagome from doing anything, as he did not think he needed any repayment. As a demoness, she also knew that both were attracted to each other. For Maya, serving in the demon lord’s household made her privy to his lifestyle. Sesshoumaru rarely saw females, and even when he did, it was a means for release. It suited his cold and calculated lifestyle throughout the centuries. During these modern times, Maya could admit that the last female to occupy Sesshoumaru’s time was half a century ago, and that was for one night.

She remembered telling Kagome about the incident upon Sesshoumaru’s return from the strip club and had an idea.

Kagome noticed a gleam in the housekeeper’s eye and asked, “Okay Maya, spill. You’ve got that look in your eyes like you have an idea.”

Maya smiled and replied, “You know me well, Kagome. Okay, but don’t hate me for my suggestion.”

“I won’t! I’m desperate!” Kagome exclaimed dramatically.

“Well, I think you should give him a private dance,” Maya suggested.

Kagome stilled. She had not thought that Maya might actually encourage the extreme idea.

“Let me explained,” Maya continued, noticing Kagome freeze up. “You should surprise Lord Sesshoumaru. He trusts you enough. With my assistance, and Jaken’s as well, we can get him blindfolded and unable to sense anything until you reach Aitoshii. Of course, we will talk with the owner about our idea. I am sure since you previously worked for him, that he may allow you this boon. I will help you dress up, and then, well, you know.”

Kagome mulled Maya’s idea around. She had not really thought much into the idea, and Maya’s sounded plausible. However, she faced the dilemma that she might be treading on dangerous grounds.

“Will this jeopardize how Sesshoumaru and I are towards each other every day? If I do this, will I look like a floozy?” Kagome worried.

“No, my dear. You did not before and you certainly would not be throwing yourself at him. I will admit, and please do not deny this, my dearest, that you are attracted to him. I also know Lord Sesshoumaru harbors the same feelings. He may be a big grump, but I see it every day when he is around you. How about this, start off with taking him to dinner, then at the end of the meal, entice him into the idea by merely saying that you have a surprise for him. Of course, knowing milord, he will naturally be curious. Ask him to trust you, but also tell him that he needs to be blindfolded and dowse his senses, especially his uncanny ability to smell once the both of you are in the car. I will already be at Aitoshii and waiting for your arrival. Jaken will help you lead Lord Sesshoumaru to the private room, and will be the one to lift the blindfold and the spell to allow him his senses back. Once you are ready, then you can dance for him,” Maya grinned, patting herself on the back mentally for her impromptu plot.

“I don’t know. I hope he won’t get angry being carted to the strip club,” Kagome replied nervously. “He paid the owner just to make me stop working there.”

“Don’t worry Kagome, it will turn out fine,” Maya assured her.

“But what if he expects anything else?” she asked, her anxiety level rising.

Maya placed a hand on the raven- haired miko’s shoulder and answered, “Only do what feels natural. You erotically danced for money in the past. You have even danced for him before and he seemed to enjoy it. Obviously you have talent there. Lord Sesshoumaru does not take in many females to his bed. He is very choosy; therefore he has lived a long life of solitude. I know that he has an eye for anything beautiful and will take care of it if he deems worthy. Kagome, you are a beautiful woman, worthy of his attention. Everything around you is a testament to that. He will be attentive to you and will only take what you will give.”

Kagome relaxed a bit and sighed, “I guess this is what we are going to do. I hope he enjoys his birthday present.”

Maya gathered Kagome in a hug and laughed, “I am sure he will.”