Hey guys! sorry it took so long to post, so I made a big chapter to apologize with!
Hope you guys like this chapter
I'm finally about to reveal what Ninia is!

When she told him that she would entrust them with her secret he felt a sense of dread that he wasn't sure what to make of. His mind reeled with questions from the little that she had mentioned, was she a slave within demon world, who was this demon that apparently helped her escaped, if she was a slave or owned in some form were they still after her and most of all what is she. So many questions and once again, he had to wait to find out. He hadn't told the others everything she had said, only that she was ready to tell her story, so they agreed to meet at his place that evening. Shuichi stared absentmindedly out the window in class that day, his mind wasn't on the day's curriculum, no, he was already quite familiar with the information that they were discussing and it seemed time was mocking him by ticking away slowly.

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Yusuke was serving another customer his bowl of ramen as Kazuma was already enjoying his own, "Almost time to go to Kurama's place," Kuwabara mentioned between bites earning a nod in response. "I bet you she's some sort of demon on the run from spirit world or something," he guessed as he slurped some noodles.

"What? I would like to think that if she was wanted by the spirit world we would have known about it long before now," Yusuke countered, "Besides she's way too timid and sweet to be a wanted criminal, plus she's already claimed she's not a demon," he added to her defense.

His orange haired friend shrugged his shoulders, "I dunno man, then why the secrecy?"

"Not sure either, but it's something that she's gone to great lengths to keep apparently, so the best we can do is stop assuming and just wait till she tells us,"

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For Ninia her day went on as it usually did. She sat in her normal spot in the park her art displayed tastefully for others to see and purchase. Her eyes glanced up to the trees, she knew he was there, her silent companion that kept her company while she was out. As the day began to slowly fade she finished packing her things and took notice that Hiei was no longer there, she supposed he was already at Shuichi's home waiting with the others for her to come. The artist wasn't sure why she felt like she could trust them, but for the last couple months she felt more at ease here than anywhere she's been to, they made her feel safe and she knew that if she planned on staying here and that if they were to be apart of her life now they needed to know what they were getting themselves into. A frown crossed her features, 'what if they don't accept it... what if they are just like him' she thought as her mind flitted through the 'what ifs' of her situation.

Walking her usual route as she pondered the possible scenarios a chill passed through her making her slow to a stop as she looked around, it was dangerously quiet and she knew something wasn't right, she could feel it. She took a cautious step back as she stared at the corner ahead of her, something was there, waiting for her. Another step back again and froze when a shadow turned the corner, she knew exactly what it was and it made her sick with fear. She didn't give time for whatever was coming toward her to see her, she had turned on her heels quickly and started running her heart was racing, beating loudly in her ears, the shadow quickly pursued her and all she wanted to do was escape it again. She turned a sharp corner and pressed her back against the cold stone wall of a tall building and clasped her hands over her mouth and nose to stop her heavy breathing as shadows swiftly passed her unaware that she was hiding there, she held her breath within those terrifying moments, the sun had sunk down by this time and all was dark.
Her heart clenched, 'They found me... how could I have thought I could stay... why did I think I was safe here...' tears fell from her eyes as she sank down to the ground pulling her knees to her chest, she needed to wait until they were gone before she moved again, she would have to leave she would need to disappear again, it didn't matter if she liked it here, she wouldn't be caught, never again, she was determined to stay free.

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"She's really late..." Kuwabara pointed out as he looked at the clock.

"Maybe she got cold feet?" Yusuke shrugged.

"I'm sure there must be a reason, perhaps she was just delayed by a customer?" Kurama added with concern.

"Hn..."

The four of them were gathered at Kurama's home. They had been waiting for a few hours now and they still hadn't seen Ninia. It didn't sit right with any of them especially Kurama and Hiei, they both knew her routine and even if she might have been slightly delayed she hardly ever waited this long to return to the apartments.

"I don't like this," Hiei spoke as he stood and was about to leave, "I'll find her,"

"I'll go with you," Kurama insisted only receiving a 'hn' in return, but soon all four of them went running out when they heard a scream not too far away.

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Hiei was the first to arrive at the scene, his eyes widened when his sights landed on Ninia who was trying to pick herself up off the rubbled ground, the fear and desperation was apparent in her eyes. The shadowed figure was closing in on her; destruction left in its wake and demonic energy rolled off of him in waves as he gathered energy to launch at the young girl. The attack was blocked by Hiei, his sword drawn and sliced through the blast with ease.

He heard her gasping his name in surprise as he glanced his dark eyes to her, "Get out of here!" he barked at her as he parried with the aggressor keeping the demon as far away from Ninia as possible.
She found her footing after Hiei's orders and turned her worried eyes away so she could escape, but she was only able to take a few steps before another creature landed heavily right in her path, the beastly creature let out a feral roar as it leaped at her. She ducked down managing to slip right under the giant creature and turned in time to see it's clawed paw swiping at her. Hiei had knocked the first demon down and swiftly went to Ninia's aid grabbing her just in time before the massive paw could graze her. Next she knew she was held bridal style in Hiei's arms on the top of a high building.

The demon and the beast below were confused at the sudden disappearance of the girl and her new found protector. The demon swore in aggravation figuring that she was once again gone, but the beast sniffed the ground trying to pinpoint her scent again. Hiei took this moment to glance at the girl in his arms, she was terrified, trembling slightly as her hands gripped his cloak like it was her life line and the dried stream of tears were still present upon her cheeks. The shouting of Yusuke below broke Hiei's attention from her as they both noticed that Yusuke and Kuwabara confronted the demon and beast.

"They know I'm here..." she breathed out, "I can't stay..." she muttered in utter despair as she buried her face into his shoulder.

Hiei tightened his hold on her in a protective manner at the thought of her leaving, "We'll protect you," he stated firmly in a low voice before Kurama stepped up beside them.

Her trembling faded at his hushed words, she could hear the two below fighting and at the shout of 'Spirit Gun' she knew that the beast was slain as it howled in pain and a heavy thud was heard when it collapsed onto the ground.

The demon gave another round of curses as he glared hatefully at the ex-Spirit Detective, "Putrid human scum, the Master will not be pleased when he hears his Mytharal is in the hands of vile humans, It will be returned to the Master," he spat distastefully.

"You can tell your 'Master' to shove it, we aren't going to let you just do whatever the hell you please here, we'll kick your ass and your stupid Master's ass too," Yusuke shot back.

The demon gave a deep angry growl, "You dare insult the Master, you inbred half-breed swine!" he yelled before his sights caught Hiei high up on the roof ledge of a building, he was still holding onto Ninia, at this the demon let out a powerful roar of rage that sent an invisible wave of energy that knocked Kuwabara on his back and made Yusuke skid back a few yards away.

He turned his attention and aggression to them; leaping with great ease up to the roof. By this time Hiei had set her down while he and Kurama stayed between the demon and Ninia. They soon realized that the roar that he had made wasn't just from anger, it was a signal call for others because within moments they were surrounded by other demons that manifested from clouds of darkness. They were similar to the one they were already fighting; their forms held no individual distinction like liquid shadows that took human shape and piercing luminous red eyes, "Shadow Demons," Kurama concluded bitterly.

Kurama knew they would be gravely outnumbered if they continued to stay there any longer especially with so many humans around to get hurt or worse, he needed to create a form of escape, "Hand It over and we shall spare your pathetic human-loving lives," the main demon spoke as his glowing red eyes glared upon the two demons that kept him from his target.

"We'd rather not, she stays here," Kurama retorted and glanced to Hiei as they silently agreed to a form of attack. Hiei faded from sight and as the demon tried to pinpoint his next move he was startled to find that the little demon had come at him from behind and gave a few solid slashes to his back before another of his own allies jumped in before he was done under.

Kurama turned to Ninia who was watching everything wide eyed before meeting the fox demon's gaze, "I will need you to get to my apartment as quick as you possibly can," he stated firmly as he slipped his key into her hand.

She gazed down to the small object and frowned, "They won't stop... not until they complete their objective," she spoke in a sad tone.

"Their objective?" he questioned.

"Me... their objective is to return me to the Master," she replied.

Knowing that right then wasn't the time for these questions he gently, but firmly placed his hands upon her shoulders, "Then they will be leaving empty handed," he retorted, "Kuwabara will be below waiting for you, get to the apartment and stay there until we return, do you understand?" she gave a slow nod and he started to turn back to the battle.

"Wait..." she spoke up, "You need to destroy them all at once... if even one is left they'll only continue to multiply," she informed him and he gave thanks to her insight as he joined the fray.
Ninia watched for a moment as the three of them engaged in combat against the shadow demons. She was amazed at their skill and strength as they seemed to be cutting the number of demons down quickly, her mind wandered back to what Hiei had quietly told her, 'they'll protect me...' she found that idea to be both heartwarming and terrifying especially when she knows what happens to those who have tried to protect her before.

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Turning to the fire escape she ran down the stairs and indeed found Kuwabara there waiting for her. The two quickly made their way down the street to their home. Kuwabara would slice through the occasional shadow demon that would catch up to them, but it didn't take them long to arrive at the gates of the apartment building. She unlocked the door and Kuwabara closed it right behind him locking it back up.

"Why did he insist on me coming here?" she questioned the orange haired fighter.

Kuwabara glanced over to her, "Well, if I had to guess, Kurama's got some traps set for unwanted company, the dude's always prepared. Has back-up plans for his back-up plans, so the safest place to be is right here," he answered her.

She looked at him questioningly, "Kurama... Yoko Kurama?" she asked causing Kuwabara to pale at his slip of Kurama's name.

"I uh, who said Kurama? What I meant to say was ummm ... aw man he's gonna kill me," he groaned and ran his hand down his face. "Forget I said anything!" he pleaded to her.

"It's ok..." she replied as she walked to the window to see that the apartments were now surrounded by lush plant life, vines and demon flowers that seemed to have minds of their own; destroying any of the shadow demons that attempted to enter the grounds, "I heard of him, only through tales that were told to me by another," she mentioned, "Strange how fate intertwined my path with his partner after all these years..."

And that's the chapter~

So, I only mentioned what her race is called, the next chapter will explain what exactly a 'Mytharal' is and who she's speaking of.
Also this species was literally created by me, it is a creature that I pulled out from the actual novel that I am writing so I'm a bit protective of the characters and the race I'm about to share with you my readers.
There are reasons as to why she can't defend herself which I will be revealing when she finally tells all.