I'll finish this as soon as possible.
(I disclaim Yuyu Hakusho)
...n_n...

*_words
~_thoughts

Better Late Than Never

The truth is she felt quite uneasy with his presence. But with all her might she didn't let him notice it. It was tiredness that he sensed in her. She looks anytime within an hour, she might faint if she will not rest.

*I would like to apologize for how I acted a while ago.*
She uttered slowly and with much sincerity.

*Don't be, it's just fine. There is nothing wrong if you wish to finish off your work and have rest.*
He assured her.

Slowly he lean his back against the bench in a comfortable manner.

And she just watched him, everything was in slow motion but how can she who has no eye of a tiger.

~I guess this can what make me out of tiredness. Fast forward or slow motion...~

Disturbing her thoughts, he asked her, *How have you been?*

Such a normal question yet so thoughtful.

~I guess this might take long~, Botan thought to herself.

There was a long talk from. She told him everything she wished if she could have done to avoid messes with regards to her work. And most of them are such silly things.

He patiently listened to her. It's the least he could do for her who succeeded making him smile and laugh and even forget that he is a more serious type. He sweatdropped inwardly thinking how seldom and long has it been since he let himself be like this.

~Never mind, at least I am as of now.~

He heard her yawn while speaking changing her topic.

She turned to face him and asked, *What other concerns do you want to discuss with me?*

Kurama chuckled at her who looks confused.

Botan said teasingly, *I guess you wanted my help for that girl. I find her pretty. Is she your gir...*;

*Nope*, Kurama interrupted.

*I must admit that I find her attractive even before. I guess you know that we erased her memories. Her parents and my mother are good friends. They visited my mom and will join us for supper.*

Kurama cleared his throat and said, *Feelings changes although you have memories.*

Botan nodded and he continues, *Those 3 words are meant for the person who deserved it. As I realized when we erased her memories, it's just an infatuation that I have for her before and nothing more. It's like what Kuwabara felt for you before.*

He paused and look at the sun that is completely fading. He turned to her again and smiled. He continued, *He is in love with Yukina.*

Botan complimented, *We all know Yukina as well is in love with him.*

She smiled and said, *I'm wondering of Hiei's opinion.* They both laugh thinking of Hiei's submission to the reality.

Kurama started the conversation, *I didn't regret erasing hers. I understand more what life is all about.*

Botan guessed, *Yusuke, the person who can risk his life for someone without thinking.*

Kurama said gratefully, *Yes, thanks to him.*

Botan asked, *Do you have any other errands?*

Kurama replied, *I do have. My real concerns are about these plan. First, I will be the one to convince Hiei. You will take care of the two. Second, don't mention to Hiei his relationship with Yukina. Third, I need to go. Meet me here at 9 pm. I'll bring Hiei and you bring the two with you.*

A/N: Be patient it isn't yet the climax.