Disclaimer: I do not own Yuyu Hakusho or any of the characters in it.
Kousei and Zoutou are my friend and I's characters, thus, they belong to
us.
Dedicated to: Zoutou.
READ THIS BEFORE READING FIC
There are a few things you might want to know before you read this fic. The characters Kousei and Zoutou exist in the rpgs my friend and I do. In our rpgs Kousei is with Hiei, and Zoutou is with Touya. So I decided it would be fun to do a story about how Kousei and Hiei got together. The fic contains a lot of OOC. I tried to make Hiei as 'Hieiish' as I could, but unfortunitly he still is alil OOC. Anyway, thanks and enjoy!
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Kousei sat up strait in her bed, gasping for breath. She had had that dream again. She growled under her breath in frustration. It irked her to no end to have that little baka fire demon in her dreams. They were not the pleasure filled dreams she sometimes had of Kurama, in fact most of the dreams consisted of her yelling at the shrimp to stop smirking at her. She hated that smirk. She loathed it. She. found it quite charming. but she would never admit it. Baka kitsune.
She stood up, shaking her head to rid herself of such thoughts. She had Kurama after all, her love, and her mate. Why would she dream of Hiei? She opened her door to find Zoutou, her best friend and roommate, about to walk out the door. The kitsune couldn't help but giggle at Zoutou's apperance. The ookami's hair was tied into a loose and untidy bun, her clothes wrinkled and soaked from the shower she had obviously taken a few minutes before.
"Where are you going so early Zoutou?" She yawned, looking at the tired figure before her. Zoutou rarely ever got up before noon, but before her she stood, obviously wishing that she were still in bed.
"I'm going over to Shori's for breakfast." Zoutou muttered between yawns.
Secretly Kousei felt a tinge of jealousy. Shori, Kurama's ningen mother, loved Zoutou and was always inviting her over. Kousei was lucky to get invited over once a month, in fact Zoutou had known Shori way before Kousei was even mentioned to her. But the kitsune's envy was softened when she looked at Zoutou's appearance again. She looked like hell.
"You're not going over there looking like that are you?" Kousei giggled, not even trying to hide her amusement. Zoutou glared at her reflection in a mirror and sighed. "I'm sure she wont mind if you're a little late."
Kousei supervised as Zoutou finished washing and combing her hair neatly. She glared and muttered something harsh when Zoutou left wearing her favorite shirt but, as always, said nothing.
The water steamed down her back as she took her own shower. The hot beads of water calmed her and let her think. Her long black hair clung to her wet skin. Purple almond shaped eyes were filled with sadness and worry. Why hadn't Kurama invited her to breakfast? Usually the male fox was throwing affection at her left and right. But he was distant lately. Why? Had she done something wrong? Ok, she had to admit it; she wasn't as lovey dovey with him as she usually was either. Perhaps the spark was gone? Kousei sighed, now depressed. How could a love that once flamed be so.. Dull? She decided to go over right now and have a talk with Kurama after breakfast. Who cared if she wasn't invited! Did she need an invitation to visit her love? Hell no! A now self-assured kitsune finished dressing and walked out the door, heading toward Kurama's.
She knocked casually on the door of Kurama's house, wincing as the rain poured down on her. She frowned. Zoutou would be mad she didn't give her a ride, but oh well. She did a lot of things that aggravated the steadfast ookami.
"Hello Zoutou!" Shori said as she opened the door. She gasped and frowned when she saw that it was a kitsune in her doorway and not an ookami. "Oh Kousei. I wasn't. er. expecting you to drop by! Do you have Zoutou with you? I invited her to breakfast." Kousei's eye twitched as Shori moved to look behind her, not even bothering to hide her disappointment when Zoutou was not seen.
"No, Zoutou is on her way I think but she isn't with me," She said staring at the ningen woman. "Ahem, well? May I come in?"
"Oh! Yes of course! Excuse my rudeness! Come in! Come in!" Shori chirped while ushering her in.
Hiei was sleeping on the couch when Kousei entered the living room. The little body was curled into a ball snoozing innocently. She couldn't help but smile at the goofy grin on his face. Why didn't Hiei show this side more often? He is so much cuter when he smiles. WHAT!? Get a hold of yourself kitsune! Hiei is NOT cute! No. he is more hot than cute. WHA!?!? NO! NO!
"What are you doing.?" Kousei blinked down at the now very awake fire demon staring up at her. She froze, hoping that her blush wasn't too noticeable. Oh god! I must have been mumbling to myself or something! He is gonna think I'm crazy!
"Kousei? Are you ok?" Hiei mumbled sleepily, a hint of worry showing through. Was Hiei worried about me? Baka Kitsune! Of course not!
"What's it to you anyway! You don't care, so don't pretend you do!" Kousei yelled. Hiei glared at her in return before shrugging.
"Fine, then I wont," He said while turning over, sleep taking him over again. The fox stared angrily at him for a moment more before joining Shori in the kitchen.
"Shori? Where is Suuichi?" Kousei sighed once she saw that her mate was not there.
"Oh. He is still asleep. I was just about to go wake him up. Would you go dear?" The ningen asked, looking up from her frying pan full of eggs. Kousei nodded and made her way upstairs to Kurama's room.
She smiled upon seeing the sleeping redhead. He was sprawled out across the bed, one leg hanging off the side. His beautiful hair fell around his peaceful face. Her mood greatly improved when she noticed he was only wearing a pair of boxers. Kurama squirmed, making the sheets tangle around him more. Kousei sat down beside him. The sudden weight on the bed must have awakened him, for one sleep-filled eye peered up at her.
"Good morning sleepyhead!" She said cheerfully while ruffling his hair. He moaned drowsily in response. Kousei grinned evilly before slipping into bed with him and wrapped her arms around his neck. After a short kiss- that was meant to be longer- Kurama pushed her away.
"Not now Kousei. It's to early," Kurama mumbled grumpily. Kousei smiled innocently, pulling her body closer to him. The male fox rolled his eyes and stood up. The kitsune pouted up at her mate.
"Don't give me that. At least let me put some clothes on," Kurama yawned.
"You've never complained about not being clothed before," Kousei glared. She frowned when he only shrugged then turned to his closet. The rejected kitsune sighed. Kurama was acting really distant. He NEVER turned her down before. He didn't even kiss back! This was getting serious. Kousei opened her mouth to say something but thought better of it. Shori was expecting them for breakfast after all. She would wait until later to confront Kurama.
She got up without a word and went downstairs. Breakfast was done and waiting on the table. Shori handed a plate to her.
"Would you take this to Hiei?" Shori said, a wide smile on her face. The kitsune's eye twitched. Great. Hiei was all she needed right now.
Kousei walked into the living room, half slamming the plate on the coffee table. Hiei was still asleep. She sighed. Kousei poked the sleeping demon. Hiei didn't move. She poked harder, but still nothing. Ok, now she was mad.
Hiei woke up rubbing a very big knot on his head. He glared up at her.
"What the hell was that for!?" He yelled. Kousei pointed to the food on the table. Hiei glared at it like it was a pile of maggots. "I'm not eating it if you've touched it. You probably poisoned it." She rolled her eyes.
"Don't worry Hiei. If I were to kill you I would make sure it was a lot messier than poisoning," the kitsune said. Hiei glared at her for a moment, examining her. He must have thought her excuse expectable because a second later he was chomping down on a piece of bacon.
Kousei turned to look at the kitchen. Shori was humming to herself while washing up. The black-haired kitsune sweatdropped. Shori was a wonderful woman but Kousei found herself weary of the ningen. They never had much to talk about, nor did they really want to talk. Plus, it was obvious that she didn't favor Kousei. Perhaps she found the moody kitsune barbaric. Which wasn't entirely false. Kousei sighed before sitting down beside Hiei on the couch. She would take her chances with him until Kurama came down.
Hiei peered at her curiously. He smirked when she remained silent.
"What? Don't like ningens, fox?" He said. A certain evil glint in his eyes.
"Its not that." She snapped.
"Hn. I guess you don't share the same passions as your mate." His sneer grew wider.
Kousei thought for a moment, than shrugged. "Perhaps not."
Hiei was obviously taken aback by her agreeing but Kousei didn't care. She didn't feel up to his word games right now. Alas, Hiei was in the mood. After all, annoying kitsunes was his favorite past time.
"Or perhaps it is just that you prefer my company more." She looked at him questionably. Same old sneer. She fought the urge to spit in his face.
"If there was somewhere else to be I'd be there."
"But there are many other places you could be," He counted something on one of his hands. "There are. six other rooms in this house. Pick one." The kitsune's eye twitched.
"I'll go wherever I wish shrimp!"
"Oh, so you do wish to be here with me." Hiei smiled triumphantly. Kousei's face was red with a mixture of anger and embarrassment. "Aw, what's wrong. Fox? PMSing? Or did Kurama forget to lay out the red carpet for her majesty?" Kousei's eye twitched when he mentioned Kurama. Hiei noticed the movement. He grinned in satisfaction. Ah, he had struck a nerve! "Poor Kitsune feeling alone? Unloved?" Hiei casually put his arm around her. He gave her a seductive look. His voice was deep and rich sounding. "I could make you feel better."
Kousei's eyes bulged and she was all too aware of Hiei's hands on her. Hiei soon found the remaining scraps of food smashed into his face. Kousei stood over him, steam practically fuming out of her ears. He smiled innocently through globs of egg and soggy bacon.
"You know you want me!" He laughed as she walked into the kitchen. Kousei would take her chances with Shori.
"Are you ok?" Shori asked the red-faced kitsune when she sat down at the table.
"I'm fine," Kousei stuttered through gritted teeth. Shori shrugged and turned back to her dishes.
Hiei was such a baka! How dare he do something like that!? He had been doing it a lot lately, saying sly remarks or hitting on her. But Kousei knew the truth. He only did that stuff because he knew it upset Kousei. Yea, that was it. He couldn't be serious. He would never have REAL thoughts like that about her.
It was at that time Kurama finally came downstairs, freshly bathed and clothed. He offered no comfort for her. Kurama was so clueless sometimes. He smiled and did his usual chitchat like nothing was going on. Kousei sighed before letting her anger leave her. Might as well enjoy normal conversation at least.
It wasn't very long until another knock on the door was heard. A few minutes later Zoutou came walking into the kitchen, looking wet and miserable. The ookami glared at her. Kousei smiled innocently. Zoutou must be pissed about me not driving her.. Shit. She looks pissed.
"Hello Suuichi, Kousei." Zoutou greeted. Kurama gave a friendly wave before standing to help his ningen mother with the dishes.
"Oh Zoutou, I'm sorry but it seems we have run out of, well, breakfast!" Shori said cheerfully. Kousei watched as Zoutou glanced at the empty plate on the table and sighed. The kitsune frowned. She felt bad now. Poor Zoutou. She could have at least saved her a piece of bacon. Shori offered her something ningens called pop tarts but she politely refused before turning to walk back into the living room.
Kurama looked over his shoulder. He had that 'what's up with her?' look. She shrugged. He nodded and turned to continue washing. The fox's brow creased with worry. What was wrong with Zoutou? She had seemed a little out of it this morning but Kousei just figured she was tired with getting up so early. But there was something wrong. And Kousei was going to find out. She got up to go comfort her friend. She found Zoutou sitting on the couch beside Hiei. She was frowning at him sadly, and it looked like there were tears in her eyes. Hiei better not have done something to make her cry! Kousei made a note to self to kick his ass later.
"Is something wrong Zoutou-chan?" she asked worriedly. Zoutou smiled and stood. The kit noticed she didn't make eye contact. Not a good sign.
"I'm fine Kousei-sama!" Zoutou said in a fake cheerful voice. Kousei frowned as the wolf walked shakily out the door into the hall. Kousei followed without hesitation. She found her friend on the floor with her knees pulled up to her chest, trembling from tears that threatened to spill forth. She hated seeing her like that. It seemed so wrong for such a free spirit to be crying. She would do anything to make her feel better. She hated it when people cried, especially her.
"Zoutou? Tell me what's wrong...If it's about breakfast and me not giving you a ride I'm sorry..." Kousei pleaded. She sat down by her friend and stared at her. Zoutou tried to ignore the persistent kitsune. She lowered her head more, hair covering her face. Kousei bit her lip, not exactly sure what else to do.
"It's not about you...I just need to be alone..." The sad ookami muttered, her words softened by her tears and clothes. Kousei was about to protest but Zoutou stood and started to walk towards the door. Zoutou smiled sadly over her shoulder before reaching for the doorknob.
"Where are you going? It's pouring outside! At least let me give you a ride!" Kousei called after her friend. Zoutou just shook her head and stumbled out the door. Zoutou. Kousei didn't think she had ever seen the ookami so upset about something. This was serious. Kousei was about to follow her but thought better of it. Perhaps it would be better if she let Zoutou think for a bit, then talk to her. "Where's she going?" Kousei turned to see her redheaded mate standing behind her. "I... I don't know...I would go after her, but I think it's best if I gave her some time to straighten things out..." Kousei said softly. Kurama nodded understanding. An awkward silence fell over them. They stood there staring at each other before pulling their gaze away. She glanced nervously at him. Why was there so much tension between them? What had happened?
Kousei decided to break the silence like she always did when she couldn't think of anything to say. She kissed him. The kitsune cuddled up lovingly against her mate. But he didn't respond. She looked up at him questionably. He wasn't even looking at her. Kurama turned away from her and walked into the living room. WHAT!? Now he was ignoring her!? The slightly pissed fox followed him.
He was sitting on the love seat watching TV. He didn't even acknowledge the fact that she was glaring at him through the doorway. Kousei didn't take being ignored lightly. She would rather you yell at her or something than ignore her.
"What's up with you?" She demanded. Kurama looked up at her curiously.
"What do you mean? Nothing is up." He said while smiling slightly.
"Don't play coy with me Kurama. Something is wrong." Kurama frowned while glancing toward the kitchen nervously.
"Keep it down will ya? My mother is in there." He whispered. Well, this angered her even more.
"Well I guess I have to shout it to the world for you to listen to me!" Kousei yelled. At this Shori peered through the door, looking around for the cause of the yell. Hiei had also awakened at the noise, but stayed silent, sensing the tension. Kurama frowned angrily up at Kousei.
"Nothing is wrong Kousei," he said forcefully. He glared at her, almost a warning. 'Not now' it said. But Kousei didn't usually do what she was told.
"Why wont anyone tell me what's wrong!? Am I THAT impossible to talk to!?" She demanded.
"Yes. Sometimes you are." Kurama said coldly, looking away from her. Kousei's lip trembled, tears welling up. Flashes of confusion, bewilderment, anger, and sorrow swept over her face. Kurama had never talked so harshly to her. She looked away so he couldn't see the tear roll down her cheek.
"I'm sorry I'm such trouble to you." She whispered, her voice breaking. Kurama sighed.
"Gomen, Kousei-chan. I didn't mean it." The male kitsune said gently. Kousei glanced back at him. He did look like he was sorry. His eyes were big and begged for forgiveness. Kousei sighed. And she would give into his eyes like always. The kitsune nodded slowly and sat beside her mate. Nothing more was said. They sat in silence watching TV for a while. You could almost cut the tension with a knife. Once again Kousei tried to sooth the friction by taking his hand. He let her but when she leaned into him he shrugged her off. Kousei glared at him again. He glared back. Green eyes stared into her's but she did not recognize them. They weren't her mate's warm and caring eyes. They held no love at all now.
"Not with my mother in the house." Kurama stated each word clearly as if speaking to a child. That was it. This was the last straw.
"Then when IS convenient for you then Kurama? Do I have to make an appointment now to hold your hand!?" She stood, tears rolling down her face in steady streams. "Well I'm tired of it! PLEASE, allow me SPARE you from my presence! I wont BOTHER you anymore!" With that she turned to walk out of the room and to the front door. She hesitated at the doorknob. Was this really happening? Was. was this it? If Kurama were standing behind her she would forgive him. She would run into his arms and they would work everything out. He would comfort her and tell her he was so sorry and he was a baka. She would say it was ok and it WOULD be ok. They would get through their problems and be happy together. She turned.
"Good bye Kurama. " The kitsune whispered to the empty air before closing the door behind her.
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Vocabulary:
Baka: idiot, stupid Kitsune: fox Ookami: wolf Ningen: human Gomen: I'm sorry
Why is Kurama being so mean?? Is it really the end for Kousei and Kurama? What's wrong with Zoutou? Will Hiei stop being a baka and care?? Stay tuned to find out! Please review!! -^___^-
Dedicated to: Zoutou.
READ THIS BEFORE READING FIC
There are a few things you might want to know before you read this fic. The characters Kousei and Zoutou exist in the rpgs my friend and I do. In our rpgs Kousei is with Hiei, and Zoutou is with Touya. So I decided it would be fun to do a story about how Kousei and Hiei got together. The fic contains a lot of OOC. I tried to make Hiei as 'Hieiish' as I could, but unfortunitly he still is alil OOC. Anyway, thanks and enjoy!
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Kousei sat up strait in her bed, gasping for breath. She had had that dream again. She growled under her breath in frustration. It irked her to no end to have that little baka fire demon in her dreams. They were not the pleasure filled dreams she sometimes had of Kurama, in fact most of the dreams consisted of her yelling at the shrimp to stop smirking at her. She hated that smirk. She loathed it. She. found it quite charming. but she would never admit it. Baka kitsune.
She stood up, shaking her head to rid herself of such thoughts. She had Kurama after all, her love, and her mate. Why would she dream of Hiei? She opened her door to find Zoutou, her best friend and roommate, about to walk out the door. The kitsune couldn't help but giggle at Zoutou's apperance. The ookami's hair was tied into a loose and untidy bun, her clothes wrinkled and soaked from the shower she had obviously taken a few minutes before.
"Where are you going so early Zoutou?" She yawned, looking at the tired figure before her. Zoutou rarely ever got up before noon, but before her she stood, obviously wishing that she were still in bed.
"I'm going over to Shori's for breakfast." Zoutou muttered between yawns.
Secretly Kousei felt a tinge of jealousy. Shori, Kurama's ningen mother, loved Zoutou and was always inviting her over. Kousei was lucky to get invited over once a month, in fact Zoutou had known Shori way before Kousei was even mentioned to her. But the kitsune's envy was softened when she looked at Zoutou's appearance again. She looked like hell.
"You're not going over there looking like that are you?" Kousei giggled, not even trying to hide her amusement. Zoutou glared at her reflection in a mirror and sighed. "I'm sure she wont mind if you're a little late."
Kousei supervised as Zoutou finished washing and combing her hair neatly. She glared and muttered something harsh when Zoutou left wearing her favorite shirt but, as always, said nothing.
The water steamed down her back as she took her own shower. The hot beads of water calmed her and let her think. Her long black hair clung to her wet skin. Purple almond shaped eyes were filled with sadness and worry. Why hadn't Kurama invited her to breakfast? Usually the male fox was throwing affection at her left and right. But he was distant lately. Why? Had she done something wrong? Ok, she had to admit it; she wasn't as lovey dovey with him as she usually was either. Perhaps the spark was gone? Kousei sighed, now depressed. How could a love that once flamed be so.. Dull? She decided to go over right now and have a talk with Kurama after breakfast. Who cared if she wasn't invited! Did she need an invitation to visit her love? Hell no! A now self-assured kitsune finished dressing and walked out the door, heading toward Kurama's.
She knocked casually on the door of Kurama's house, wincing as the rain poured down on her. She frowned. Zoutou would be mad she didn't give her a ride, but oh well. She did a lot of things that aggravated the steadfast ookami.
"Hello Zoutou!" Shori said as she opened the door. She gasped and frowned when she saw that it was a kitsune in her doorway and not an ookami. "Oh Kousei. I wasn't. er. expecting you to drop by! Do you have Zoutou with you? I invited her to breakfast." Kousei's eye twitched as Shori moved to look behind her, not even bothering to hide her disappointment when Zoutou was not seen.
"No, Zoutou is on her way I think but she isn't with me," She said staring at the ningen woman. "Ahem, well? May I come in?"
"Oh! Yes of course! Excuse my rudeness! Come in! Come in!" Shori chirped while ushering her in.
Hiei was sleeping on the couch when Kousei entered the living room. The little body was curled into a ball snoozing innocently. She couldn't help but smile at the goofy grin on his face. Why didn't Hiei show this side more often? He is so much cuter when he smiles. WHAT!? Get a hold of yourself kitsune! Hiei is NOT cute! No. he is more hot than cute. WHA!?!? NO! NO!
"What are you doing.?" Kousei blinked down at the now very awake fire demon staring up at her. She froze, hoping that her blush wasn't too noticeable. Oh god! I must have been mumbling to myself or something! He is gonna think I'm crazy!
"Kousei? Are you ok?" Hiei mumbled sleepily, a hint of worry showing through. Was Hiei worried about me? Baka Kitsune! Of course not!
"What's it to you anyway! You don't care, so don't pretend you do!" Kousei yelled. Hiei glared at her in return before shrugging.
"Fine, then I wont," He said while turning over, sleep taking him over again. The fox stared angrily at him for a moment more before joining Shori in the kitchen.
"Shori? Where is Suuichi?" Kousei sighed once she saw that her mate was not there.
"Oh. He is still asleep. I was just about to go wake him up. Would you go dear?" The ningen asked, looking up from her frying pan full of eggs. Kousei nodded and made her way upstairs to Kurama's room.
She smiled upon seeing the sleeping redhead. He was sprawled out across the bed, one leg hanging off the side. His beautiful hair fell around his peaceful face. Her mood greatly improved when she noticed he was only wearing a pair of boxers. Kurama squirmed, making the sheets tangle around him more. Kousei sat down beside him. The sudden weight on the bed must have awakened him, for one sleep-filled eye peered up at her.
"Good morning sleepyhead!" She said cheerfully while ruffling his hair. He moaned drowsily in response. Kousei grinned evilly before slipping into bed with him and wrapped her arms around his neck. After a short kiss- that was meant to be longer- Kurama pushed her away.
"Not now Kousei. It's to early," Kurama mumbled grumpily. Kousei smiled innocently, pulling her body closer to him. The male fox rolled his eyes and stood up. The kitsune pouted up at her mate.
"Don't give me that. At least let me put some clothes on," Kurama yawned.
"You've never complained about not being clothed before," Kousei glared. She frowned when he only shrugged then turned to his closet. The rejected kitsune sighed. Kurama was acting really distant. He NEVER turned her down before. He didn't even kiss back! This was getting serious. Kousei opened her mouth to say something but thought better of it. Shori was expecting them for breakfast after all. She would wait until later to confront Kurama.
She got up without a word and went downstairs. Breakfast was done and waiting on the table. Shori handed a plate to her.
"Would you take this to Hiei?" Shori said, a wide smile on her face. The kitsune's eye twitched. Great. Hiei was all she needed right now.
Kousei walked into the living room, half slamming the plate on the coffee table. Hiei was still asleep. She sighed. Kousei poked the sleeping demon. Hiei didn't move. She poked harder, but still nothing. Ok, now she was mad.
Hiei woke up rubbing a very big knot on his head. He glared up at her.
"What the hell was that for!?" He yelled. Kousei pointed to the food on the table. Hiei glared at it like it was a pile of maggots. "I'm not eating it if you've touched it. You probably poisoned it." She rolled her eyes.
"Don't worry Hiei. If I were to kill you I would make sure it was a lot messier than poisoning," the kitsune said. Hiei glared at her for a moment, examining her. He must have thought her excuse expectable because a second later he was chomping down on a piece of bacon.
Kousei turned to look at the kitchen. Shori was humming to herself while washing up. The black-haired kitsune sweatdropped. Shori was a wonderful woman but Kousei found herself weary of the ningen. They never had much to talk about, nor did they really want to talk. Plus, it was obvious that she didn't favor Kousei. Perhaps she found the moody kitsune barbaric. Which wasn't entirely false. Kousei sighed before sitting down beside Hiei on the couch. She would take her chances with him until Kurama came down.
Hiei peered at her curiously. He smirked when she remained silent.
"What? Don't like ningens, fox?" He said. A certain evil glint in his eyes.
"Its not that." She snapped.
"Hn. I guess you don't share the same passions as your mate." His sneer grew wider.
Kousei thought for a moment, than shrugged. "Perhaps not."
Hiei was obviously taken aback by her agreeing but Kousei didn't care. She didn't feel up to his word games right now. Alas, Hiei was in the mood. After all, annoying kitsunes was his favorite past time.
"Or perhaps it is just that you prefer my company more." She looked at him questionably. Same old sneer. She fought the urge to spit in his face.
"If there was somewhere else to be I'd be there."
"But there are many other places you could be," He counted something on one of his hands. "There are. six other rooms in this house. Pick one." The kitsune's eye twitched.
"I'll go wherever I wish shrimp!"
"Oh, so you do wish to be here with me." Hiei smiled triumphantly. Kousei's face was red with a mixture of anger and embarrassment. "Aw, what's wrong. Fox? PMSing? Or did Kurama forget to lay out the red carpet for her majesty?" Kousei's eye twitched when he mentioned Kurama. Hiei noticed the movement. He grinned in satisfaction. Ah, he had struck a nerve! "Poor Kitsune feeling alone? Unloved?" Hiei casually put his arm around her. He gave her a seductive look. His voice was deep and rich sounding. "I could make you feel better."
Kousei's eyes bulged and she was all too aware of Hiei's hands on her. Hiei soon found the remaining scraps of food smashed into his face. Kousei stood over him, steam practically fuming out of her ears. He smiled innocently through globs of egg and soggy bacon.
"You know you want me!" He laughed as she walked into the kitchen. Kousei would take her chances with Shori.
"Are you ok?" Shori asked the red-faced kitsune when she sat down at the table.
"I'm fine," Kousei stuttered through gritted teeth. Shori shrugged and turned back to her dishes.
Hiei was such a baka! How dare he do something like that!? He had been doing it a lot lately, saying sly remarks or hitting on her. But Kousei knew the truth. He only did that stuff because he knew it upset Kousei. Yea, that was it. He couldn't be serious. He would never have REAL thoughts like that about her.
It was at that time Kurama finally came downstairs, freshly bathed and clothed. He offered no comfort for her. Kurama was so clueless sometimes. He smiled and did his usual chitchat like nothing was going on. Kousei sighed before letting her anger leave her. Might as well enjoy normal conversation at least.
It wasn't very long until another knock on the door was heard. A few minutes later Zoutou came walking into the kitchen, looking wet and miserable. The ookami glared at her. Kousei smiled innocently. Zoutou must be pissed about me not driving her.. Shit. She looks pissed.
"Hello Suuichi, Kousei." Zoutou greeted. Kurama gave a friendly wave before standing to help his ningen mother with the dishes.
"Oh Zoutou, I'm sorry but it seems we have run out of, well, breakfast!" Shori said cheerfully. Kousei watched as Zoutou glanced at the empty plate on the table and sighed. The kitsune frowned. She felt bad now. Poor Zoutou. She could have at least saved her a piece of bacon. Shori offered her something ningens called pop tarts but she politely refused before turning to walk back into the living room.
Kurama looked over his shoulder. He had that 'what's up with her?' look. She shrugged. He nodded and turned to continue washing. The fox's brow creased with worry. What was wrong with Zoutou? She had seemed a little out of it this morning but Kousei just figured she was tired with getting up so early. But there was something wrong. And Kousei was going to find out. She got up to go comfort her friend. She found Zoutou sitting on the couch beside Hiei. She was frowning at him sadly, and it looked like there were tears in her eyes. Hiei better not have done something to make her cry! Kousei made a note to self to kick his ass later.
"Is something wrong Zoutou-chan?" she asked worriedly. Zoutou smiled and stood. The kit noticed she didn't make eye contact. Not a good sign.
"I'm fine Kousei-sama!" Zoutou said in a fake cheerful voice. Kousei frowned as the wolf walked shakily out the door into the hall. Kousei followed without hesitation. She found her friend on the floor with her knees pulled up to her chest, trembling from tears that threatened to spill forth. She hated seeing her like that. It seemed so wrong for such a free spirit to be crying. She would do anything to make her feel better. She hated it when people cried, especially her.
"Zoutou? Tell me what's wrong...If it's about breakfast and me not giving you a ride I'm sorry..." Kousei pleaded. She sat down by her friend and stared at her. Zoutou tried to ignore the persistent kitsune. She lowered her head more, hair covering her face. Kousei bit her lip, not exactly sure what else to do.
"It's not about you...I just need to be alone..." The sad ookami muttered, her words softened by her tears and clothes. Kousei was about to protest but Zoutou stood and started to walk towards the door. Zoutou smiled sadly over her shoulder before reaching for the doorknob.
"Where are you going? It's pouring outside! At least let me give you a ride!" Kousei called after her friend. Zoutou just shook her head and stumbled out the door. Zoutou. Kousei didn't think she had ever seen the ookami so upset about something. This was serious. Kousei was about to follow her but thought better of it. Perhaps it would be better if she let Zoutou think for a bit, then talk to her. "Where's she going?" Kousei turned to see her redheaded mate standing behind her. "I... I don't know...I would go after her, but I think it's best if I gave her some time to straighten things out..." Kousei said softly. Kurama nodded understanding. An awkward silence fell over them. They stood there staring at each other before pulling their gaze away. She glanced nervously at him. Why was there so much tension between them? What had happened?
Kousei decided to break the silence like she always did when she couldn't think of anything to say. She kissed him. The kitsune cuddled up lovingly against her mate. But he didn't respond. She looked up at him questionably. He wasn't even looking at her. Kurama turned away from her and walked into the living room. WHAT!? Now he was ignoring her!? The slightly pissed fox followed him.
He was sitting on the love seat watching TV. He didn't even acknowledge the fact that she was glaring at him through the doorway. Kousei didn't take being ignored lightly. She would rather you yell at her or something than ignore her.
"What's up with you?" She demanded. Kurama looked up at her curiously.
"What do you mean? Nothing is up." He said while smiling slightly.
"Don't play coy with me Kurama. Something is wrong." Kurama frowned while glancing toward the kitchen nervously.
"Keep it down will ya? My mother is in there." He whispered. Well, this angered her even more.
"Well I guess I have to shout it to the world for you to listen to me!" Kousei yelled. At this Shori peered through the door, looking around for the cause of the yell. Hiei had also awakened at the noise, but stayed silent, sensing the tension. Kurama frowned angrily up at Kousei.
"Nothing is wrong Kousei," he said forcefully. He glared at her, almost a warning. 'Not now' it said. But Kousei didn't usually do what she was told.
"Why wont anyone tell me what's wrong!? Am I THAT impossible to talk to!?" She demanded.
"Yes. Sometimes you are." Kurama said coldly, looking away from her. Kousei's lip trembled, tears welling up. Flashes of confusion, bewilderment, anger, and sorrow swept over her face. Kurama had never talked so harshly to her. She looked away so he couldn't see the tear roll down her cheek.
"I'm sorry I'm such trouble to you." She whispered, her voice breaking. Kurama sighed.
"Gomen, Kousei-chan. I didn't mean it." The male kitsune said gently. Kousei glanced back at him. He did look like he was sorry. His eyes were big and begged for forgiveness. Kousei sighed. And she would give into his eyes like always. The kitsune nodded slowly and sat beside her mate. Nothing more was said. They sat in silence watching TV for a while. You could almost cut the tension with a knife. Once again Kousei tried to sooth the friction by taking his hand. He let her but when she leaned into him he shrugged her off. Kousei glared at him again. He glared back. Green eyes stared into her's but she did not recognize them. They weren't her mate's warm and caring eyes. They held no love at all now.
"Not with my mother in the house." Kurama stated each word clearly as if speaking to a child. That was it. This was the last straw.
"Then when IS convenient for you then Kurama? Do I have to make an appointment now to hold your hand!?" She stood, tears rolling down her face in steady streams. "Well I'm tired of it! PLEASE, allow me SPARE you from my presence! I wont BOTHER you anymore!" With that she turned to walk out of the room and to the front door. She hesitated at the doorknob. Was this really happening? Was. was this it? If Kurama were standing behind her she would forgive him. She would run into his arms and they would work everything out. He would comfort her and tell her he was so sorry and he was a baka. She would say it was ok and it WOULD be ok. They would get through their problems and be happy together. She turned.
"Good bye Kurama. " The kitsune whispered to the empty air before closing the door behind her.
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Vocabulary:
Baka: idiot, stupid Kitsune: fox Ookami: wolf Ningen: human Gomen: I'm sorry
Why is Kurama being so mean?? Is it really the end for Kousei and Kurama? What's wrong with Zoutou? Will Hiei stop being a baka and care?? Stay tuned to find out! Please review!! -^___^-