Disclaimer: I do not own Yu Yu Hakusho. Neither does my sister.

A/N: Hey hey, Ocean Rider here, filling in for Eden. So she writes the stories, but I type and edit them, because with her daughter and everything she doesn't have that much time. Just thought I'd let you know that, because I like to write author's notes and tell random stuff, and I didn't want you to actually think the author is insane. It's her sister that's crazy. So yeah. On with the story. BTW, I know nothing about Yu Yu Hakusho, I've watched it like twice in my entire life, I'm just the messenger. And you know what they say, don't shoot the messenger! Please, please don't shoot the messenger. Shoot the author. Then the messenger can come after you and kick yo ass all round this world! Anyway…

Chapter 1: The Ninjana

Introduction

To begin this story, it is my job as the author to explain a few things before the tale starts. It is my belief that there are three true worlds, Heaven, Earth, and Hell. But I also believe that there's a hidden parallel dimension, known as the Demon World in some cultures, but to mist it's known as Purgatory. A place where there are Demons born, Demons killed, and a select few humans who had died are brought back to like to finish their purpose before their spirit can truly be set free.

In this story there are also a select few Demons that died, but their spirits remained in the two different dimensions, and they have the ability to inhabit the bodies of the very sick, or fetuses that aren't able to survive. In a manner of speaking, they are able to give life back to those who don't have it.

And now our story really begins…

The Ninjana

"They headed toward Dennithol an hour ago, Irriyana," Isaac told his sister over the radio.

"Great. So that gives Koenma's Urameshi team at least a three hour head start around the Demon Forest," she sighed into her mouthpiece.

"They didn't go around Irriyana," Isaac replied, "They went through."

"So now they have a day's head start, if they don't go straight past Belledearra's," she realized, resting against a tree, "Isaac, I'm three-quarters of the way to Juno. I have three days before Detron sends Tyron, Tenchu, and Setra after me."

"Then I suggest you stop dicking around if you want your escape to work," Isaac said bluntly.

"You think? I'll call you when I get to the Demon Forest. Let me know anything new then," Irriyana said, turning her earpiece off and pulling her hood back over her head.

"So Hiei, how was your vacation?" Kuwabara wondered.

"Besides finding out you and Yukina are engaged, great. It was so…invigorating," Hiei remarked sarcastically.

"Hiei, don't be so bitter about it. You should be happy for Kuwabara and Yukina," Kurama laughed.

"Yeah, at least Yukina's marrying someone you know instead of bringing some creepy half demon home with her," Yusuke pointed out.

"Yusuke, if they ever have children, they will be half Demons. Kuwabara is human," Kurama reminded him.

"Oh…sorry Hiei…I forgot…" Yusuke apologized.

"There will be no children. Remember, Yukina is one of Belledearra's priestesses. Which means an oath of chastity, even in marriage," Hiei said darkly. He was pouting again.

"I wouldn't mention Yukina giving up her apprenticeship if I were you," Kurama whispered to Kuwabara, "Yukina should tell him."

They stopped their traveling for the day at about four in the afternoon, and since they were in no hurry, they made camp at a relaxed pace.

Little did they know, headed their way was Irriyana Phoenix, otherwise known as The Ninjana, seeking the group's help; even though her brother Detron Phoenix had sent her there to kill them.

They were the feared Urameshi Team. No Demon had ever escaped their grasp, since they had once all been skilled assassins and thieves at one point in their miserably pathetic little lives (A/N: Direct words of Ocean Rider. When you're retyping the story, you have authority to change things!)

First there was Yusuke; his soul was a very common Seltzer Demon. They are capable of mastering several different laser techniques but cannot change their shape. He was twenty-five, the oldest of the four, and he had the most experience working with Koenma and his police.

When Yusuke was fourteen he put himself in front of a car to save a child witch was very out of character for him. Although he is given a second chance at life he is recruited by Koenma and assigned to a special demon task force known as the Urameshi team, that was so 'lovingly' named after him.

Next there was Kuwabara…what to say about Kuwabara…Well, he was a human with strong psychic ability, and he was Yusuke's sworn arch enemy until Yusuke died. He was deeply disturbed by Yusuke's death, and when Yusuke came back to life they became good friends. He joined Yusuke and his common weapon is known as the 'rei ken' or otherwise known as the laser sword.

Kurama had been born a shape shifting demon over a thousand years ago, but he could only change into a fox demon. He was gravely wounded by a hunter and crossed over to the human world, and was reincarnated as a human. His mother became ill and was close to death when he met Hiei and the Urameshi team. He and Hiei had tried to steal the mirror of life to save Kurama's mother. Yusuke, seeing how devoted Kurama was to him mother offered half of his soul to the mirror as payment of saving Kurama's mother and to repay Yusuke, Kurama joined the team, as did Hiei.

And last but certainly not least there was Hiei. No one knew his last name and most couldn't tell what type of Demon he was. Hiei was a fire demon with a Jagan, or third eye, one of the most dangerous demons to ever come into existence.

Hiei had killed over one hundred of Koenma's best officers over a period of two years. He almost killed Yusuke, Kuwabara and Kurama after stealing the Mirror of life and finally surrendering at the age of nineteen. Koenma needed someone who was assassin smart to complete his Urameshi team. So he gave Hiei the choice to die or change his ways. Hiei chose to live for his sister Yukina.

It had now been a year since Hiei 'arrest', and he was very bitter about it. He had secretly decided it was worth it however, since he had made three irreplaceable friends.

It was three in the afternoon by the time Irriyana had contacted Isaac before entering the forest. "Any news?" she asked.

"Not about the Urameshi team. Detron is headed for Delholmme in an hour. An emergency with a customer of your services," Isaac explained.

"Wonderful. I'll call you when I reach the temple. What if Belledearra's not there?"

"Find Katterina or Yukina. They can help you just as much. Stay in the trees at night, Irriya. It's the safest way to get through. The flyers look on the ground for single travelers at night. Be safe and strong," Isaac said.

"Keep me posted," she requested. She climbed the nearest tree and began to jump through the trees. She decided to continue until she found the group, or until she found Belledearra's temple.

The sun began to set at about nine that night. Irriyana was starting to slow down, but she knew she had to keep going. Something told her she was getting closer to the Urameshi team.

She kept her pace for three more hours, until finally, in the distance she could barely see the orange glow of a fire. She gave a sigh of relief and slowly climbed down. She then took her pack off and changed into a traditional Japanese kimono as if she were on her way to pay homage to Belledearra.

She hiked to the campsite praying it was the Urameshi camp. She thought she would make it there without incident, but unfortunately she was wrong.

Something, or someone, was following her, and when it grabbed her, she was both surprised and infuriated.

Immediately, she elbowed it in the nose, and threw it over her back onto the ground, only to discover that it was Yusuke Urameshi. He was lucky she hadn't pulled her knife or any of her swords on him.

"Well, well, well! What do we have here? Why it's the youngest Phoenix! What would Irriyana Phoenix be doing in the Demon Forest? In the middle of the night no less?" Kuwabara questioned as he shined a flash light on the two of them.

"On my way to pay homage to the beloved and gracious Belledearra," she spat at hi. What an idiot. Everyone hates him. And for good reason. He's an ugly loser. Okay, sorry, I'm getting a bit carried away.

"Interesting, I didn't think you Phoenix's were religious," Yusuke mocked.

"Detron may not be, but the rest of us are. Don't judge me by my brother's actions," Irriyana warned.

"That's enough you two. Stop teasing the poor girl," interrupted Kurama, "You are more than welcome to travel with us to the temple Irriyana. Yukina is Hiei's sister and we're going to visit her."

"Are you sure that's alright?" she asked, glancing at Kuwabara.

"It's fine as long as you don't slow us down," Hiei growled.

"I won't, I promise," Irriyana replied, studying his face. She couldn't help but think he was gorgeous. His hair was short and black with intense blue eyes and very defined features.

He was of medium height (A/N: What the hell Eden? He's so frickin short!), but he was very muscular. His shirt was so tight that she could tell both his nipples were pierced. Just the thought of him almost made her shiver with excitement. He was the most attractive Demon she'd ever laid eyes on.

He caught her staring at him, and a cocky smirk crossed his lips. He looked her dead in the eyes and asked, "Can I help you?"

"Yes, actually I was wondering if you had three eyes…I mean, if we've met before! You look vaguely familiar," she said honestly, looking at the ground. Then something reminded her.

Hiei was the Demon that got away. The one she let go. Detron was gone to see the woman who had ordered the hit on him. She was named Tara.

"No, I don't think we've met unless you've tried to kill me lately," he snapped, as he walked by. The scent of her perfume filled his nostrils.

He had smelled it before. He just couldn't put his finger on when. It was a beautiful scent, of the Demon World flower; Bliss Blossom (A/N: Smells like Kurama). Who did he know that wore the Bliss Blossom scent. His mind was blank. There was no telling where he knew the smell from. He glanced back at her and made a mental note that she wore something with a hard leather strap on her back.

"Is he always like that?" Irriyana asked Kurama nervously.

"Usually. Sometimes he's nice, but not very often. He'd rather be mean. Fire Demon, you should know that," Kurama remarked. He looked at her with slight puzzlement. "Or so I've heard anyway. You wouldn't happen to know anything about Detron's Ninja, would you?"

"Even if I did I wouldn't be caught dead talking about Detron's assassin. His spies are everywhere. For all I know, you've been bought off by him as well," Irriyanna answered, then added, "I'm not too fond of spies. I usually kill them before they can explain themselves.

"I wasn't aware that Detron allowed women within his facilities to learn to fight," announced Yusuke.

"On the contrary, he encourages every woman to. As long as he can control her every move without fear of being attacked," Irriyana explained, "Little does he know…" He voice trailed off realizing what she'd almost told her companions.

A/N: Eden will probably get mad at me for my comments. And inserting that line about Hiei's third eye…but that's okay, I'm doing her a favor. So review. But please don't flame. I don't think she'll be able to deal with that. If you really want to flame someone, go to my account and flame me. Hell, you can flame my story about this story if you want to, but be nice to a first time writer.

Ocean Rider

And I guess Eden sends her regards as well.