Disclaimer: I do not own Yu Yu Hakusho or any of its components. Team Maraoki and its members are my own creations.

For all of you who don't know what Team Maraoki is, you'll find out later in the fic.

This is my first story on I usually post on so this is a little unusual to me.

Now, on with the story!!

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The team has been summoned to the Dark Tournament again. Hiei has just fought a battle with Rekenkai, a ruthless ice demon who hated fire demons and wanted more than anything to kill one. Hiei was distracted with thoughts about his sister, and telegraphed all his movements. Rekenkai analyzed Hiei's moves and predicted where he would be next. With perfect timing, Rekenkai thrust his sword right through Hiei's stomach. Determined not to lose, Hiei pulled the sword free and sliced the overconfident Rekenkai in half. Hiei won the fight, but not without a sacrifice. He dropped to the ground, an inch from death. Kurama was able to save him by using his blood combined with his Spirit Energy, but the wound did not fully heal. Now Hiei is helpless, confined to his bed, and Kurama must fight his own match.

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The Suffering of Friendship