Alright guys here's Chapter 2. Remember to review.
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We walked down the street in complete silence. The boys had explained that we had to go to a more private area so they could open a portal to Spirit World without being seen. I simply nodded and let them lead the way.
"So your names really Wrath? That's not a very girly name." The carrot top whose name I learned to be Kuwabara questioned.
"Well it's hard to be taken serious with a 'girly' name. So I made one up. Not to mention I am wanted by two Kings." I explained in a bored tone.
"So whats your real name?" The thug looking boy whose name I was told was Yusuke asked. They all seemed to stare at me waiting for an answer. All except Hiei who was still sore over his loss.
I sighed knowing if I didn't answer they would bug me until I did. Looking to them then up toward the sky I muttered "Mai" I heard Yusuke and Kuwabara giggle quietly. I shot them a glare that would send many demons running shutting them up quickly.
The red-head Kurama smiled. "I think it's a lovely name. It mean elegance does it not."
I looked toward the sky again. "Yeah." Was my simple reply.
"Alright here's the spot!" Yusuke announced loudly.
As if on que a portal opened up in between a few bushes. Kuwabara was the first to step inside the portal then Yusuke.
"Ladies first." Kurama spoke politely gesturing with his hand toward the portal.
I stepped forward glancing around to see if I could make a quick escape.
"Dont even think about it wench." Hiei's cold voice spoke from beside me. He really is fast. Wait how did he know..must be his Jagan.
I shook my head. "Wouldn't dream of it three eyes." I spoke before stepping into the portal.
I stepped out into an office of some sorts. Yusuke and Kuwabara were in front of a desk piled with papers, talking to someone who I couldn't see. Behind me I heard Kurama and Hiei arrive taking their spots. Hiei near the door leaning against a wall.
Probably to make sure I don't run.
I thought with a scoff.
And Kurama standing near the desk though not as close as Yusuke and Kuwabara.
"So Pacifier Breath, what are you planning on doing with her now?" Yusuke asked sticking a thumb over his shoulders in my direction.
"Well Yusuke if you'd get out of my way so I could speak with her, you'd find out." A voice spoke from in front of Yusuke.
Grumbling something about where he could stick his pacifier Yusuke moved out of the way standing near Kurama with Kuwabara following closely behind.
Once I saw the supposed Price of Spirit World I couldn't help myself as I busted out laughing.
"Y-you're the...haha...no way!" Was all I could say.
Clutching my midsection I winced although it didn't stop me from laughing. I'm pretty good with pain. Yusuke and Kuwabara busted out laughing as well at my reaction to this toddler ruler. Kurama had his thumb in his mouth trying to keep up his composer and somewhat failing. And Hiei, although still sour, had a very VERY small smirk on his face.
The toddler ruler groaned. "WILL YOU THREE SHUT IT!"
Trying my best to stifle my laughter I turned my attention to . With a smile still playing on my face I began to speak.
"So all mighty Ruler of Spirit World what exactly do you want with me?" He sighed knowing I was being sarcastic toward him because of his appearance.
"My name is Koenma, you'll do good to remember it." He stated pointedly. "Mai as you know you have been a wanted criminal for many years. With charges such as yours you should be put to death or locked away for life." He began.
I rolled my eyes. I knew this was coming. I agreed to come because I knew I would be able to escape, if I truly wanted to.
"But your skills are quiet valuable. I have a proposition for you, if you'll hear me out." He finished looking at me waiting for my answer. I could feel the boys eyes boring into the back of my head.
"Fine." Was my short answer. I crossed my arms waiting for him to begin talking.
"As you know the charges against you are severe. But like I said I have a deal for you. Currently there is a demon running rouge in the Makai. He seems to be notorious for torturing his victims. Who all ,strangely, look like you Mai." He stated clicking a button on a remote he seemed to get from nowhere.
A large television screen lowered from the ceiling showing an image of a girl who indeed looked like me. Her blonde hair matted with mud and who knows what else. Her skin was seared and it had what appeared to be large welts and cuts in the most sensitive spots. She was tortured.
I slowly lifted my hand to my mouth feeling the cold metal of one of my rings against my lips. One of the boys spoke I wasn't sure which I was too busy thinking.
Who could possible be so desperate to get to me.
-Hn, maybe one of the many enemies you've made, thief.-
At first I was taken a little aback. Of course not being used to having an onery fire demon in my mind. I glanced over to him seeing him in the same spot as before, eyes closed against the wall. The boys were asking questions about this demon who was supposedly after me.
I suppose I should pay attention. And Hiei.
-Hn-
Stay outta my head.
With that I turned my full attention to the Spirit World Ruler.
"Koenma? Why would you think I could help you in this case?" I questioned staring pointed at the toddler.
"Well I assumed you would have an idea about who would want to capture you so desperately. Do you not?" The room was silent.
"I have an idea. But I could be wrong. I have made many enemies. King Yomi could have hired an assassin of some kind."
"I assure you King Yomi has become quiet, shall I say, docile since the tournament to decide the ruler of the Makai." Kurama spoke this time.
"Yeah, Makuro and Yomi have both calmed down quiet a bit since all that happened. They mainly rule over their own land." Yusuke added in.
I pinched the bridge of my nose trying to concentrate. "Well my old band of thieves, when I left I put Takani in charge. He was a just a boy when I found him in the river. I believe he was some sort of fire demon."
At those words you could just tell Hiei became slightly more interested.
"I trained him myself. He was quiet powerful but nothing compared to me. But who knows its been years maybe he became the ruthless leader I tried to teach him to be."
"But why would he be after you?" Yusuke asked.
"Yeah, it doesn't make much sense. If you were his teacher, why would he want to kill you?" Kuwabara added in.
All eyes on me yet again. My eyes lowered. I knew why.
"When I found him, after he came to, he told me a band of demons had raided his small village killing everyone, women and children alike. I never questioned it and never thought much of it. That was until years later shortly before I fled to the Ningenkai. Takani was showing me a jewel that was precious to his kind. It was very similar to ones I have stolen before. That's when it clicked. The demons that attacked his village were my men. I never told him. But as I said I left him in charge, he would have had complete access to our jewels and fortune."
The room became quiet again.
"Well Mai-"
"Would you not call me that! I like Wrath much better ya know." I cut him off.
I could tell from the expression on his face I was getting on his nerves. I didn't care.
"Whatever, anyway. I want you to stay with Master Genkai. Everything has already been passed by her. You will stay under surveillance, and you will work on this case with my Detective. If you do happen to have to go to the Makia to find this rouge demon you will be kept on a tight leash-"
"Literally or figuratively?" I asked cutting him off once again. I raised and eyebrow and smirked knowing I was probably digging myself a deep hole messing with him this way. Still..didn't care.
"Yeah cause I wouldn't mind holding on to the other end, if you know what I mean." Yusuke added in nudging Kuwabara with a grin on his face. I smiled and was gone before they realized what happened.
I reappeared directly in front of him. Nose to nose.
"I assure you detective you wouldn't know what to do with it." I roughly grabbed his chin in between my thumb and index finger turning it to the side liking this cheek. Before he could reply I was on the other side of the room smiling.
"She sure told you Urameshi!" Kuwabara exclaimed.
"Yeah yeah" He mumbled not looking anywhere near my direction.
Koenma cleared his thought. "Are you all done now?"
With a swift nod from everyone in the room he continued.
" I don't want you running off. If you do choose to break your probation by running I will send my men to kill you on spot. Do you understand?" I rolled my eyes and nodded. " Your things are waiting for you at Master Genkia's temple. The boys will escort you there. I will contact you if I receive anymore information on this case. You may leave." He finished with an air of authority.
I sighed rubbing my temple. What have I gotten myself in to.