Strip Tease by DemonQueen17

Amateur Night Can Lead to Something Else

Disclaimer: Inuyasha is not mine, enough said.

Note: This takes place in a NYC strip club and it's 'Amateur Night' (sorry, I'm not familiar with Tokyo neighborhoods). It will definitely lead to something more. Some characters will definitely be OOC. Of course, it's a Sess/Kag. So, here it is.

Strip Tease: Amateur Night Can Lead to Something Else

"I can't believe I let you talk me into bringing me here! You know how I feel about strip clubs! All those greasy-looking men rubbing their dicks in your face. They're all so damn tasteless."

"Will you relax and live a little, Kagome? I promise you this is a classy kind of strip club. You'll see." Kikyo, her oldest childhood friend and fellow miko, giggled as she led Kagome towards the strip club, the Western Moon Palace.

The place was not your typical strip club found in a strip mall. It was located in the more upscale Upper East Side. The name was adorned with Swarovski crystals and small light bulbs. The crescent moon was made of material designed to reflect the moonlight, depending on the moon's phases.

"You're just saying that because Inuyasha's your mate and owns this place."

"Inuyasha is one of the owners of this place. Besides, Sango and the other girls come here every now and then to relax and enjoy the show. You should learn to relax and not act like you have a stick up your ass. Now, hurry up; we're going to miss the opening act."

Kagome then crossed her arms and pouted. "Fine, whatever. This place better be classy as you say it is or so help me, I'll walk my ass home."

"You'll walk home? We're in Manhattan and you'll walk all the way home to Flushing? Ha! Kagome, just come on. I'm sure you'll like this one." Kikyo then dragged her towards the entrance, past the long line behind the velvet rope and greeted the twin youkai bouncers, who looked Kagome up and down, but backed away as they felt her aura begin to flare up. Kagome was so close to purifying them until Kikyo pinched her arm and pulled her inside. "Sorry, guys, she's new." The bouncers nodded and resumed their duty at the door, turning away most of the crowd.

Kikyo reached a small corner and pulled her to the side. "What the hell is wrong with you? You can't go around purifying every youkai that irritates you. If those bouncers turned into ash because of your pissy mood, Inuyasha would never let me hear the end of it. If I could find a way to seal your reiki temporarily, I would do it right now."

"In case you haven't noticed, they were looking at me like I'm a piece of meat. I had to defend myself."

"I'm sure they couldn't help but notice a pretty girl. You are rather attractive. Is that so wrong if they admire a good-looking girl? Besides, they're both mated. Kami, get that stick out of your ass and relax. Anyway, the rest of the girls are here. You take a seat while I look for Inuyasha." The interior of the club had more of a luxurious lounge with fancy tables and leather lounge seats in the main room. The VIP rooms had more of a traditional Japanese feel, complete with shoji doors and tatami mats. With that, Kikyo headed towards the private office to look for her mate.

'Some miko you are, Kikyo. Why am I here?' Kagome started to fidget as she watched the males perform for 'Amateur Night'. She continued to wonder what she was doing here of all places. She watched as her friend, Sango, at the bar, talking to a tall man, or rather youkai with short black hair pulled into a rat tail, wearing nothing but purple cuffs, a matching bowtie, and form-fitting black pants. Sango was an NYPD officer, who was off duty and mated to the bartender. She was descended from youkai slayers known as taijiya. The miko then turned to see Eri, Yuka, and Ayumi paying attention to a nicely built man with short brown hair dancing onstage. 'Is that Hojo up there dancing? He's not too bad. What does Eri think about this? Oh, Kami, that's Eri over there right now. I have to admit that Hojo's body isn't too bad.' Kagome shook her head from those thoughts.   

Meanwhile, a tall, beautiful youkai with silver hair cascading just below his knees stood at the full-length mirror, admiring his attire for the night. By the door was a tall hanyou with silver hair and puppy dog ears atop his head, smirking as he watched the youkai get ready.

"I can't believe I let you talk this Sesshomaru into doing this again. This is not my job, Inuyasha."

"Come on, Sesshy, you know you're the most popular act here when you perform. Somewhere deep down, your beast loves the attention. Besides, the last amateur is almost done tonight and Miroku's got bartender duty, Kouga's serving, I've got emcee duty, Bankotsu and Hiten are in the VIP rooms, Juromaru and Kageromaru are busy at the door and Ginta, Hakkaku, and Shippou have the night off. And though you're part owner, you bring in the biggest tips out of everyone when you go up onstage." Inuyasha saw the costume the taiyoukai wore. "You're wearing that for your performance? I haven't seen you wear that since the Feudal Era."

"It's not the actual attire; only a mere tear-away replica designed for performances such as this. I brought Mokomoko out for effect. Tensaiga and Bakusaiga would be a bit much."

"It better be good. Damn, it looks exactly like your old gear. I'm glad you left the swords at home."

"Then why didn't you call and ask Father to come and perform as well in full battle regalia?"

 "Because it would be too embarrassing. How would you feel about watching your own dad stripping, making the females go weak in the knees? I wouldn't hear the end of it with your mom."

Sesshomaru shuddered at the thought of that happening. His beast whimpered and cringed in agreement. "You're right. It would bring more shame to the family, what with Father having a fling with a human woman, creating you in the process."

"Whatever. You know damn well that I never knew my mother. Not that I would've liked to anyway. I heard her family had somehow married her off to some upper-class human right after she dumped me when I was born. That was 700 years ago. I probably have human relatives I've never met, except Miroku. Who cares anyway? Now come on, you're on in five minutes. Don't forget to take that stick out your ass while you're at it." Inuyasha then exited the room. He could catch the scent of his mate outside. Sesshomaru could only growl in response.  Pulling the proverbial 'stick from out of his ass' might not be such a bad idea.

"Hey, Kikyo, glad you came."

"I couldn't leave my mate hanging. The amateurs weren't too bad tonight. Besides, I managed to drag a certain someone who's wound a bit too tight over here." Kikyo then walked over to Kagome's table with Inuyasha in tow.

"Do my eyes deceive me or do I see Kagome Higurashi in my lovely establishment?"

Kagome turned to see Kikyo and Inuyasha sitting at her table. "Hello to you, too, Inuyasha. I didn't come here by choice, you know."

"Sure you didn't. Well, since you're here, what would you like? Any drink in particular? Anything to eat?"

"Just get me some water."

"Water? You come to the best establishment in town and all you ask for is water?! You gotta order something stronger than that, Kagome."

Kagome glared at the hanyou. "Fine, do you have any champagne at least? I ate before I came here."

The hanyou smiled at this. "Then champagne it is. Anything you want, Kouga there will get it for you and it's on the house. I'd love to stay and chat, but the next act is coming up. Enjoy the show, Kagome. I'll give you a private show later, Kikyo." Inuyasha then called Kouga over and asked for a glass of champagne for the younger miko. Moments later, the wolf youkai set a glass full of champagne at Kagome's table.

Kikyo giggled like a schoolgirl. She was happy that Inuyasha knew exactly what she liked. The miko couldn't wait for her private show at home. She then stood up then headed backstage. "Enjoy the show, Kagome." Kagome looked at her for a brief moment and rolled her eyes.

Inuyasha went up to the stage to get ready to announce the next act. Sesshomaru stood behind the curtain, noticing a rather enticing scent. Where it was coming from, he wasn't sure. However, he would get to its source. "And now, ladies, the Western Moon Palace has a special treat for you. Tonight, here to perform for you is the Taiyoukai of the West himself, Lord Sesshomaru!"

The women screamed and clapped. Kagome could only watch in silence as the curtain was raised. On the stage was Sesshomaru in all his Feudal Era glory. The dance started out slow yet sensual. Kagome watched as the taiyoukai spun, bringing out his green poison whip for effect. He enacted a little revenge by flicking it at Inuyasha. The hanyou had to dodge it.

Sesshomaru knew Inuyasha couldn't do anything while he was onstage. As the music's tempo gradually sped up, the taiyoukai began to dance more sensually and slowly untie his obi and remove his armor. He then threw it into the crowd on the other side of the room while turning to face Kagome. As the taiyoukai sauntered towards the young miko, he threw his obi in her friends' direction as he spun closer to her table.

Kagome couldn't help but become entranced as he moved across the room, sensually discarding his haori and twirling it before tossing it away. Was it her or did it get hotter? The women only screamed louder. There were a few who fainted. She was only focused on his powerful upper body, developed from years of combat training. It was only highlighted by the stripes at his wrists.

Though he danced all over the room, Sesshomaru's golden eyes only focused on the miko. That was where the wonderful scent came from; the delectable scent of cherry blossoms and vanilla accented by her arousal.

He smirked as he ran his hands down his body and hooked his thumbs at the waist. Kagome swallowed hard as she watched him teasingly play with his waist before pulling them away, eliciting more screams from the crowd, and revealing a silver g-string and a stripe on each hip. She grabbed her glass and downed the rest of her champagne. 'Kami, he's beautiful and sexy. I'd be his Lady anytime. Gah! Get your mind out of the gutter, Kagome.'

Sesshomaru finally reached the miko's table. He turned her chair to face him, staring into her blue eyes, causing her to swallow hard and adjust the collar of her blouse. Kagome got a really good look at him, taking the sight of the blue crescent moon on the middle of his forehead, the pair of maroon stripes on each cheek, giving a beautiful yet slightly feral look. The taiyoukai bent down to the level of her waist and like a snake, moved his body and one of his hands up from the middle of her stomach to her face, taking in her scent. Kagome's breathing quickened as he leaned into her neck. "Mmm, this Sesshomaru wonders if you taste as good as you smell." 'Even his voice is sexy.' He then licked the side of her neck before giving her a playful nip and pulling away from her. "Mmm, oishii." She absent-mindedly held up a twenty-dollar bill as she stared into those golden eyes.  

He noticed the bill and slowly took it, passing it down his torso and onto his g-string. Sesshomaru then leaned in once more, giving her another playful nip. "Arigato, Utsukushii." The taiyoukai then sauntered off, noticing the spike of arousal in her scent. He suddenly turned around, whipped out Mokomoko, and grabbed Kagome by the hand with it, effectively pulling her into his arms. He dipped her and lifted her leg. The crowd went crazy as the people saw this.

As Sesshomaru continued, Inuyasha and Kikyo saw Kagome's reaction and couldn't help but smirk. Inuyasha could smell Kagome's arousal from his location as well. "So, the Fluff-ster pulled that stick out of his ass and threw it in the trash. Can't help but think he likes the little prude. Wait 'til I tell Dad."

"I was right to bring her here. She needed to unwind from staying at the shrine, the little prude. It looks like she's enjoying the show. This is so much fun, watching the usually reserved Kagome Higurashi squirm in her seat. It looks the stick was yanked out of her ass as well. Who knew she was that flexible? I'll see you at home, Inu-baby. I can't wait for my private show." A wicked idea popped into Kikyo's head  as she headed out the back door, intentionally leaving Kagome in the main room. 'That way she can get possibly get a ride from Sesshomaru.'

The music then faded as Sesshomaru led Kagome back to her seat and the crowd went wild. The taiyoukai then bowed at the waist, picked up the large pile of bills, and left the stage. As he went back to the office, Inuyasha stood and clapped at the entrance. "I'd say that was one hell of a show, Sesshy. You managed to pull two sticks out of two asses tonight and pulled in huge tips as I thought you would."

"Be silent, whelp. It was all part of the show."

"Bullshit! You were damn near having sex with the prude. I can smell the arousal from here. Any youkai can. I'm sure you did too. You couldn't get enough of her scent and you know it." Sesshomaru then grabbed Inuyasha by the neck, slamming him against the wall, causing the building to rattle, growling in his face, gold eyes glowing a dangerous red.

 The hanyou growled in response, prying his hand off his neck. "What's wrong? Can't handle the truth? Why can't you admit that you couldn't get enough of her scent? That scare tactic doesn't do shit with me. Now if you'll excuse me, I have a private show to perform. Later, Fluffy." He then headed out the back door before giving his half-brother a chance to respond, but not before turning his head. "Don't think I forgot about that shit you pulled with your poison whip, you ass."

"Hn." The taiyoukai then headed to the office to get dressed.

At the bar, Sango's jaw dropped as she saw Kagome at one of the tables and headed in her direction. By then, the crowd was starting to dwindle. "Kagome? What are you doing here? You're the last person I'd expect at the Western Moon Palace."

"Hey, Sango, I didn't come here by choice. Kikyo dragged me here. Speaking of Kikyo, have you seen her? I'd really like to go home now."

"I don't know. I only saw her for a brief moment. She's probably in the back with Inuyasha. You know how those two are when they get together."

"Don't remind me. Thanks, Sango, it was good seeing you, despite the location."

"Oh, come on, I know a part of you enjoyed Sesshomaru's performance. Anyway, I have to get back to the bar. Miroku's waiting."

"I see. Tell him I said hello."

"Sure. Later, Kagome." Sango then returned to the bar where Miroku was still mixing drinks. Kouga then approached the miko.

"Hey, Kagome, can I get you anything else?"

"No thanks, Kouga. Have you seen Kikyo anywhere?"

"Last time I checked, she headed towards the boss' office. I haven't seen her since. It's in the back. If you want, I can take you there."

The miko then nodded as the wolf youkai put his serving tray down and led her towards the office in the back. Kouga sniffed around but it seemed as though her scent became stale.

"Hmm, looks like Kikyo left."

Kagome was angry at this. "Damn it, she was my ride home. I can't believe Kikyo ditched me like this." She then stormed towards the private office and banged on the door. "Open up, Inuyasha! I know you're in there!"

Instead of Inuyasha opening the door, Sesshomaru came out of the office, wearing a mock turtleneck, accentuating his powerful arms and slacks. Kagome shuddered at this and the taiyoukai did not miss it.

"You're too late, miss. Inuyasha left for the night. This area is restricted to employees only. So that foolish wolf led you here. I'd have to reprimand him later."

"D-don't! Um, I-I asked him to show me where the office was. P-please don't punish him on my account."

The taiyoukai then crossed his arms. "Very well. I'll let it slide this time if you tell me what your purpose is."

"I-I w-was looking for my ride."

"Pray tell who would that be, Miss-?"

"Higurashi, Kagome Higurashi. I was looking for Kikyo. She was supposed to take me home."

"Perhaps this Sesshomaru will take you home if you would lead the way. I was just closing up back here since two of my employees have finished cleaning up the VIP rooms."

"Arigato, Sesshomaru-sama."

"Please...Sesshomaru. The Feudal Era ended 500 years ago. Let this Sesshomaru take you to his car. Aore you perhaps the miko in charge of the Higurashi shrine?"

"Y-yes. It's on the other side of town."

"Very well. The shrine is located in Flushing, correct?"

"Yes, just off Union Street and Northern Boulevard."

 Kagome nodded and followed the taiyoukai out of the club to a silver Mercedes with white leather interior. When they reached, Sesshomaru opened the door for Kagome. She had to admit, he is a gentleman.

Kagome rode in silence as she took in the pristine white leather interior. She managed to get a look at him. There were maroon accents on his eyelids. Her eyes traveled from his finely pointed ear to a pair of maroon stripes that were just above his wrists as he drove towards the 59th Street Bridge. She continued to watch as his biceps flexed with every maneuver of the steering wheel. The taiyoukai noticed this and smirked. "So, I take it you enjoyed the show, Kagome."

Kagome shook her head from her trance. "W-well, strip clubs aren't usually my thing. My friend Kikyo dragged me to the Western Moon Palace. I was just going to stay home, but she insisted on taking me with her. As much as I don't like strip shows, I enjoyed yours. It was rather tasteful."

"Hn, this Sesshomaru appreciates your honesty. I don't perform on stage that much. I handle the accounting books while Inuyasha handles the day-to-day operations. This Sesshomaru only helped since the Palace was short-staffed and very busy. Besides, all of our staff members perform tasteful shows from the bartender to the bouncers."

"Those pale-haired twin bouncers perform on stage, too?"

"Of course, all of the employees perform on stage, including Inuyasha, as inept as he is, though not as frequently as the others."

"For someone who rarely performs, it was very ...entertaining."

"Hn." They soon reached the Higurashi shrine. Sesshomaru got out of his car and opened the passenger door for Kagome.

"Thank you for the ride, Sesshomaru. I appreciate it." Kagome bowed and entered the shrine, which ultimately led to her home. The taiyoukai bowed his head. As she walked, Sesshomaru couldn't help but watch as her body moved with such grace. His beast wanted more than just a glance. When she closed the door, he turned and drove back to his penthouse apartment in the Time Warner Building.

Meanwhile, the Western Moon Palace was closing up shop after the last of crowd left. The subject of discussion was Kagome and her appearance at the club. Bankotsu and Hiten couldn't believe their ears as they learned of this. Hiten's jaw dropped at this.

"So, the little prude finally decided to show up here. And here I thought she wasn't into strip clubs. I tell ya, it's always the quiet and reserved ones you have to look out for. I know if I tell Manten, he'll spread it to the entire salon, gossip that he is."

Bankotsu laughed at this. "Jakotsu's the same way. He always has ways of prying information out of someone. His boutique will be abuzz about Kagome being here."

Miroku was shocked as well. He was part kazeyoukai, part monk and descended from Inuyasha's mother, making him a distant relative. "Kagome-sama was here? I knew that scent and aura were familiar. I wonder if she enjoyed Sesshomaru's performance."

"Of course she did. It's not every night he's on stage. Sesshomaru's always in the office, checking the books. Anyway, your eyes were on every woman who was at the bar, rather their cleavage."

"My dear Sango, you know my eyes and everything else are reserved just for you. Well, I'm just finishing up and we'll go home." Miroku then nipped at the officer's mating mark before returning to clean the bar.

Meanwhile, Sesshomaru was on his way back to his penthouse apartment when his cell phone rang. He picked up and saw Inuyasha on the caller ID. The taiyoukai growled with irritation. He contemplated letting it ring, but being the persistent pest that he is, he picked up. "What is it, Inuyasha?"

"Just wanted to know how the ride was."

"Not that it's any of your business, it went without incident."

"How boring. You didn't even give her a goodnight kiss?"

"This Sesshomaru barely knows the young miko and you dare ask me if I gave her a kiss? I don't work that fast, unlike you."

"It was worth a shot. But this isn't about me. At least I have a mate. You know Dad's been on your case about a mate for years and he's gonna get wind of this. It's time you act on it. In fact, why don't I give him a call right now?"

"Call him now and there will be pieces of you for your mate to clean up by the time this Sesshomaru is finished with you." Inuyasha scoffed at this.

"Your threats don't work on me. You know better than that. He's still gonna find out. I'd also love to see Mom's reaction when she finds. But, alas, they're all the way in Tokyo. I wonder when I'll tell him. Tomorrow afternoon would be perfect. So, good night and sweet dreams, Fluffy." The call then ended before an irritated growl was heard. The taiyoukai soon entered the parking garage of the Time Warner building and headed towards his private elevator which took him to his penthouse apartment. He then showered and got ready for bed. As he lay, Sesshomaru pondered what Inuyasha said about having a mate. He couldn't believe that he was actually agreeing with the whelp. Maybe the young miko might be the perfect mate for him. Soon, he expanded his youki before surrendering to sleep.

Back at the Higurashi home, it took a long time for Kagome to slow her heartbeat down to normal. "Oh, kami, I need to stop thinking about Sesshomaru. But, he has one killer body. Pure thoughts, Kagome, pure thoughts."

The miko then headed to the bathroom to shower and dress for bed. She couldn't help but wonder what it would be like to be with Sesshomaru. Kagome would never forget this night. Little did she know, it wouldn't be the last time she experiences such a strip tease.

Note: After looking at Anno's "Shirtless Sess", I couldn't help but write this first chapter. I'm not sure if the Time Warner Building has a parking garage for its residents or if it has private elevators. I just decided to make that up. As for the location I came up with for the Higurashi shrine, I decided that Flushing would be an appropriate location since it's a predominantly Chinese and Korean neighborhood. There has to be some Japanese people living there as well. Why not have it there? And I happen to live near JFK Airport and work in Flushing. Plus, there's a store called Anime Castle that specializes in everything anime and manga and it also sells US and Japanese video games. There will be more soon. ^_^