As Kurama mysteriously loses control over his body and mind he turns against his own friends. Can they find the demon responsible in time?
I have read so many good fanfics. Tho I only don't like the fact that a lot of them are Yaoi... so here I'm making a NON-YAOI fic...
this is my first fic and idea's and suggestions are always welcome! Otherwise, enjoy the story ^^.
Disclaimer: I don't own Yu Yu Hakusho... sadly...
Chapter 1
Kurama sat at his desk at biology, a dull throb behind his eyes and a lack of concentration that only grew worse as the day wore on. He had been feeling shaky and unwell for over a week, not knowing where it came from he brushed it off with the thought it might be a mere cold. He was half human after all, it was normal for humans to get I'll from time to time.
His hands were shaking to the point where he couldn't write anything readable anymore, the headache from last week had worsened and he became more exhausted by the day. Kurama took a quick look over his test, realizing his handwriting was like that of an 8 year old who just started writing.
Kaito had noticed Kurama's condition but he knew that if he would point it out to him, he'll just receive a faint smile and a "I'm fine don't worry" and just go on with their days.
But now he had seen enough, something was bothering that fox and he would not let it go by unnoticed. Kaito had snuck his cellphone into the classroom and began texting Yusuke about his suspicion.
Kurama had skipped group meetings and missions using multiple excuses, from having to go on a field trip to caring for his 'sick' mother. He was running out of ideas and knew he couldn't hide it forever, he had to go to the next meeting or else they would send Hiei to pick him up anyway.
As if a block was lifted from his shoulders the last bell rang and the students were slowly heading home. Kurama was the last one to get out of the classroom, his feet felt like glued to the ground and he had to put more effort into lifting them.
The walk back home took longer then he expected it to be, Pausing after a few meters to regain his breath and clear his vision which has gone blurry from walking.
Finally home he called from the hallway "I'm home!" No answer. He searched the house for any signs of his mother, stepdad or even a note she may have left behind before going out. Kurama made his way to the dining table, little cards were displayed on the unused part of the large table. Kurama frowned "Happy first anniversary?" he asked himself questioning looking at the message inside the small card.
"Happy anniversary, have a nice trip and be safe. Lots of love" he read out loud to himself. "Anniversary? Trip? Ooh god." He mentally face palmed himself when he remembered "ofcourse, it's they wedding anniversary, they have gone to Peru to celebrate. How could I forget… now what was I supposed to do again.."
Kurama stumbled up the stairs, leaning one hand on the railing as to not fall. He took his math book and flipped it open, scrolling through the list of chapters and exercises to find the ones he was supposed to learn.
The sun quickly hid under the horizon and the lamp on Kurama's desk flicked on. He had been reading the same chapter for over an hour, for some reason he just couldn't recall what it was about. He let out a frustrating sign and sat back in his chair rubbing his eyes with his index finger and his thumb, he was just about to read the chapter again when he noticed a small figure sitting in the tree outside his window.
A familiar voice entered his mind 'don't you dare skip this meeting tomorrow, fox, I'll be waiting for you at Genkai's.' Kurama quickly linked the voice with Hiei, who had checked on him a few times the past week. He had lied to Hiei about his whereabouts, if someone would find out he didn't feel well first, it would be Hiei.
Kurama stared at the figure for a few seconds before grabbing the curtains, blocking the view. He cursed mentally, slammed his math book shut and lay in bed facing the ceiling. How could he forget about his mothers wedding anniversary, and why couldn't he study. His eyelids felt heavy and it became a struggle to keep them open. He had so much more to question himself, why didn't his headache go away, why can't he control his nerves which caused him spasms in his arms and hands. He peaked from the corner of his eye to his alarm clock, 3am. After a few more minutes and a few more questions he turned to face the wall, still digging inside his own mind for answers that he could not find. His eyelids became heavier and he couldn't open his eyes as far as he could before he blinked, until eventually, Kurama fell asleep.
Next morning
A sharp, high pitched beeping noise filled the room and as soon as it started it disappeared with a bang. Hand still on the snooze button Kurama looked around his room inspecting every item in his surroundings until he realized he was in his room.
'I must have forgot to turn down my alarm clock, its Saturday.' His eyes snapped open after realizing that their meeting was today. His thoughts were quickly interrupted by an overwhelming need to vomit. Lifting himself to his feet he stumbled to the bathroom, his sight burring in and out as he opened the bathroom door.
Yusuke tapped his fingers against the oak wood table in frustration.
"He should be here by now, he can't keep skipping these meetings!" anger clearly smudged on the detectives face.
"Hey Urameshi! Can't we just send the shrimp to pick 'm up!" Kuwabara glanced at Hiei, who was leaning against the window, eyes closed, arms crossed.
The door flew open and Botan, accompanied by Genkai, set foot into the establishment.
"It's very unusual for Kurama to skip important meetings." Genkai muttered entering a room of irritated and annoyed faces, Nodding slightly she took her seat at the head of the table and rolled her eyes over the papers she took with her. Nobody dared to talk, or to make any sound at all.
Minutes felt like hours for Kuwabara, knowing he is the loudest and most impatient one of all he was the one to speak first. "So now what." He spat the words like venom, which made Genkai look up from her papers in disgust.
"Keep it calm Kuwabara, at least let me read the reports which are supposed to be discussed today."
"Well hurry up, I got business to take care of." Yusuke interrupted. "And with business I mean Kurama." Raising his voice as he said his name, trying to make a point.
"Now, there's no need to get all fed up, Kurama may not being able to be here at the moment, maybe he has better things to do." Genkai had lowered her voice in a calming manner.
"As if fox boy had better things to do, this is more important then gardening, grandma." The sarcasm and irritation in his voice made Hiei move from his spot.
"Where do you think you're going?!" Yusuke turned on his seat to face Hiei. "If you care so much about his presence then I'll go get him." "Finally, 'bout time someone took action…!" Kuwabara flinched. Genkai had planted her heel on Kuwabara's toes, to shut him up.
"Well then, if you don't mind." Hiei turned around and jumped out of the window in an instant. "The shrimp better bring Kurama with him." Kuwabara faced Genkai as she suddenly stood up from her chair. "We will continue this tomorrow, and hopefully Kurama will be there too." Ignoring Yusuke and Kuwabara's stuttering questions she left the room, leaving Yusuke, Kuwabara and Botan behind.
"Great!" Kuwabara shouted. "Now I've come all the way here for nothing." "Well that's some precious time, wasted." Yusuke added. Botan, clearly not knowing what has been going on, let out a tired sign. "Maybe he has a reason why he…" Botan stopped by Yusuke, who had left the room and slammed the door shut. He might be irritated but he cared deeply for his friends, causing his irritation to be mangled with worry. Kuwabara stood up, hands in his pockets. "We should go home too." The volume and the tone of his voice, deeper then normal and with that, Kuwabara left. Botan, speechless by the sudden reactions, summoned her oar and looked the empty seats before flying off to Koenma.
Hiei braced himself and swiftly entered the portal to Ningenkai. "They smell horrible." He still couldn't get used to it, the smell of humans, they were weak creatures in his eyes. Looking around he jumped from tree to tree, careful not to be spotted by any humans.
It took him 5 minutes to get to the town when he abruptly stopped, lifting his head up in the air. He smelled something familiar but also something very unpleasant.
He turned and made his way to Kurama's place, eyes wide as he recognized the smell as blood. Kurama's blood.