It had been over half an hour since we had sabotaged the group of three demons and there was still no sign of Petenshi or his followers. Were they coming, or had the demons ran off like cowards? Kurama and I were to draw them all in and keep them busy while the girls set up. I knew Petenshi wasn't stupid, but he wasn't the smartest either. He was hotheaded and arrogant. There was no way he'd pass up a chance to take Kurama and I out... so what was taking him so long?
"This is taking too long. Something is up," Kurama whispered as he peeked out from behind the door. I nodded silently in agreement. The cafeteria was both spotless and empty. Hopefully, it wouldn't stay that way for long. As soon as Petenshi and the boys entered we would begin our assault and signal to our 'team' to begin the operation. Waiting wasn't my style, but I wasn't going to mess up again. I forced myself to hold on the little patience I had and wait for any sign of our enemies. And then suddenly, my crimson eyes spotted something moving slowly across the floor.

Nudging Kurama, I pointed to it and he shook his head in confirmation. Clutching my gun, I pumped air into it, preparing myself to shoot at any moment. What I had seen happened to be a full water balloon. Out of anticipation, I held my breath, assuring that no noise could be heard. And then finally, Petenshi himself stepped into the room. I felt tempted to take him out then and there, but I thought twice. He was sure to have back up.
Just as I suspected, a large group of male demons came in after him, all wielding their weapons and balloons. They looked around, their eyes scanning every inch of the cafeteria. Kurama and I waited for the precise moment until they all finished filing into the room. And then, Petenshi spoke.
"Come out, come out, wherever you are!" He taunted with a grin on his face. "I know you two are here- your stench fills the room!" Petenshi declared. I held back a snort. If he smelled us, why didn't he just attack us now? Judging by the slight shaking of his body, it was our demonic aura that he sensed. He was afraid. The almighty Petenshi, despite all his followers, was afraid of us. That alone gave me both power and pride. It made it easier for us to accomplish our goal.
Looking to Kurama, I nodded and he did the same. In unison we busted open the door and jumped out to face the male student population. Immediately, they swiveled around to face us, guns cocked and water balloons ready.
"Ah, there you two are," Petenshi greeted calmly. Despite his collected demeanor, I knew Petenshi was wary of us. I then figured out why he took so long... he had to round up everyone he could find.
"Why the long wait?" I teased, preying on his fear without shame. "It's not polite to keep guests waiting," I prodded. Petenshi visibly tensed, but tried not to show it- failing miserably in the process.
"It takes a while for news to get to me. I only found out about this little plan of yours minutes ago," Petenshi exclaimed. It was a very bad lie, but I let it slide.
"Of course, how silly of me not to notice. It does take your brain a while to comprehend what we do, now doesn't it?" I said with a grim smile. Petenshi's eyes narrowed, but I continued to keep a sly grin on my face.
"So what's this all about? Why have you betrayed us?" Petenshi wondered, getting down to business.
"Quite frankly, we don't like you," I retorted.
"That I got. But why would you two team up with girls? Don't tell me they offered you their services- they can't be that desperate!" Petenshi mocked. Deciding to hit him hard I replied:
"Actually, your former bitch Tanoshii set out some pretty tempting suggestions. Tell me Petenshi, is she good?"
It was obvious I had touched a nerve, for Petenshi's face grew a dark red.
"You'll pay for that you bastard." And the fight was on.

"Hurry Hiei, this way!" Kurama urged as we flew down the halls. Together we rounded a corner; Petenshi and his followers hot on our heels.
"Why are we running? We should just fight! Where are those bitches- I thought they were assisting us!" I growled.
"I know, but something must have gone wrong," Kurama replied in exasperation.
After emerging from our hiding place, we had dodged hundreds of attackers and started running. We had been running ever since, barely escaping water from every direction. The girls were supposed to back us up, but they were nowhere to be seen. I had a feeling that they were using us a distraction, and if that were the case, they would pay dearly. No one manipulated me and got away with it.
"We have to attack them sometime or we won't get anywhere!" I pointed out in irritation.
"I know that- just hold on a little longer. Let's go to Mugen's- I'm sure he can offer an explanation," Kurama persuaded. Deciding to go along with the fox's plan for the moment, we made our way through the corridors to the dungeon where Mugen resided. Throwing open the door, we jumped down the stairs and hid in the shadows until a certain black cat appeared.
After the feline shifted to his human form, the interrogation began. "Where are the girls? What's going on?" I demanded, my adrenaline pumping.
"The boys have locked them in the basement," Mugen said calmly.
"What?!" Kurama and I asked in surprise.
"They're in the basement. The boys chased them there and trapped them. I'm pretty sure Petenshi has the key... But at the moment they are out of the picture," Mugen explained. Cursing under my breath, I asked:
"What should we do?" Even I knew we would need help if we intended to take on the whole school. Doing it alone would be suicide.
"Well... there is one way you can get them... but it will take some distraction, acting, and great timing," Mugen trailed.
"Tell us," I ordered. Sitting on the ground beside us, Mugen began to speak.
"All right, here's what you can do..."

Kurama had already set off to complete his part of the plan. For now, it was up to me. I clung to the ceiling of a dark corridor, listening for the footsteps of my enemies. My breathing was controlled and made no sound whatsoever. Patience wasn't my best quality, but I was forcing myself to wait. If I wanted this revenge to be sweet, I would stay put.
And then, I heard it- the soft thudding of feet as demons headed my way. Cloaking my energy from prying minds, I clung to the ceiling and did my best to blend in. Finally, someone turned the corner. Looking down, I noticed it was Petenshi. This couldn't get any better. I waited for the demon to pass below me until I dropped soundlessly behind him. Following him quietly through the school, I waited for the opportune moment.
Then, he and his few followers stopped. Quickly, I took out a water balloon, and without warning, threw it at Petenshi's head. Before he turned around, it thoroughly soaked his upper target. Enraged, he whirled to face me, firing his gun like a maniac. Using my lightning reflexes, I dodged the flow of water and ran in the opposite direction. I hoped they would do as I planned. Their footsteps caused me to grin. Good, they were following me.
"Come on Hiei, you coward! Fight me like a man!" Petenshi yelled after me. Ignoring him, I continued to run to where I knew Kurama would be waiting. As I ran, more of Petenshi's followers joined in the chase, but I continued to go on without worry. I could trust Kurama. I knew he'd be ready by the time I arrived.
Suddenly, the doors to the gym came into view. Pausing to make sure the boys knew where I was going, I threw open the doors and ran inside. Sure enough, an overturned table was in the center of the floor. Running to it, I managed to dive behind it just as my peers came in and opened fire. I heard the water hit the table, but a drop never touched me. Finally, the noise stopped and I dared to stand up. I saw the students start to file in, but if they tried to get close, I fired at them to keep them back.
Then, Petenshi stepped forward. He threw water balloons at me, and I threw mine back while dodging his. Soon, we had no water balloons, and my gun was nearly empty. Kicking the table down, I slowly began to walk backwards while the students closed in.
"Give it up Hiei. The girls are finished, and so are you!" Petenshi crowed. I grinned just to annoy him.
"Keep telling yourself that and maybe it'll come true... just like your dreams," I spat.
"Look around you cocky bastard! You're practically unarmed and surrounded. There's no way you'll win... and where's your little buddy? Did he abandon you too?" Petenshi sneered.
"Quite the contrary Petenshi, I'm helping him in more ways than one," Kurama stated as he dropped down from the rafters inside the ceiling. Looking disgusted, Petenshi ordered:
"Everyone get in here and surround these clowns!" Kurama looked at me and I nodded. Together we waited until the whole gym was packed. "Any last words?" Petenshi asked with a smirk.
"We win," I stated. Just like that, the doors to the gym slammed shut.
"W-what's happening?" Someone asked in alarm. Before anyone could reply though, water began to pour down from the ceiling. Kurama had set the sprinklers to go off at this exact time. Before it reached us however, I increased my ki so that the water would evaporate before touching us. Others were not so lucky. In fact, only Kurama and I remained completely dry while everyone else got soaked to the bone.
Petenshi glared at me in fury and defeat. I smiled viciously at him, knowing we had won the battle. When the water finally abated Kurama and I left the gym without being stopped. While we walked through the hall though, we ran into someone- Headmaster Yari.
Looking to us, he nodded in approval. "Go to the auditorium. I will gather the others. Congratulations on your victory," He said without emotion. Kurama and I watched him leave before glancing to eachother in pride. Without delay, we returned to the auditorium and took seats in the front row. Minutes later, the rest of the school came in, all wet from the battle. Only we remained dry with the exception of the headmaster.
Once everyone had settled into his or her seat, Yari took the stage and grabbed the microphone. Then, he began to speak.
"This Water War was very successful. I would like to congratulate our winners, Kurama and Hiei for a job well done. Before you leave to your rooms, please return your weapons. Oh, and a new addition to this game has been added," Yari stated. Perplexed, the students gave the headmaster their full attention. Smiling slightly, Yari looked to Kurama and me before going on to say: "All those who lost, must do as the winners say and obey them as if they were a headmaster themselves. If you do not, you will face severe consequences." Murmuring and yelling immediately broke out through the crowd while Kurama and I stared at Yari in astonishment.
If he really meant what he just said the whole school had to obey us! I couldn't help but glance at Petenshi triumphantly. It seemed we really were the rulers of the school. "Silence!" Yari yelled. "My word is law, you shall do as I have instructed! Now, everyone return their weapon and get some rest. Finals are next week." With that, Yari got off the stage and everyone got up.
After handing back our water guns, we headed straight back to our dorms and locked the door. Turning to Kurama I said haughtily:
"This school is ours. There is nothing we can't do." At first, Kurama said nothing. Then, after sitting on the bed, he shook his head.
"That may be the case for now, but I have a feeling this isn't over yet. Let's use this to our advantage, but take extra care in our classes," Kurama instructed.
"Hn," I muttered in moody agreement. Kurama was ever careful, which was a good thing, yet I felt that we should enjoy our victory. We had finally shut down Petenshi. What was there to worry about? Allowing Kurama the bed, I took my place on the floor and turned off the lights. Staring into the darkness, I eventually drifted off to sleep.

When we woke, there was nothing on our door preventing us from getting into the hall. It seemed Petenshi wasn't feeling like himself. As we walked to our first class, Gym, it seemed everyone was going out of his or her way to avoid us. Although I found this strange, I said nothing. I was glad no one was bothering us. I didn't need pesky students irritating me- I already had enough trouble with Petenshi and Rumiko.
As soon as we got to Gym though, Watagashi came to greet us. "You boys don't go to this class any longer," He explained.
"Why not?" Kurama and I asked in unison.
"Winning the Water War counts as an A in gym," The teacher replied. I shrugged, seeing this as a good thing.
"Where do you suggest we go then?" Kurama wondered.
"To whatever classes you still have," Watagashi said with a laugh. Saying no more, the man turned and want into the gymnasium, leaving us standing in the hall.
"Well, we no longer have Mind, Chorus, or Gym... I've passed Luck... so the only thing we both have is Speed and Weapons class," Kurama reasoned.
"Hn. I suppose I've got no choice but to go to Un," I said, not too pleased that I had to go back to Luck class. Kurama merely smiled sympathetically.
"Come on, I'll go with you," Kurama offered. Together, the two of us made our way to Un. As soon as I opened the door though, something hit me on the head.
"Chikusho! What was that?" I demanded as I rubbed my skull. Looking down, I spotted a golden ball in front of me. As soon as I picked it up, the sphere began to glow. From the darkness I heard Tsuskemono exclaim:
"Bless my souls, the gods have granted you with incredible luck! You will experience great victory! You now have an A!"
"Well, that was simple," I said as I turned to leave. As Kurama and I began walking to Speed, I stared down at the golden ball in my hand. If there was such a thing as luck, I now had it on my side. Everything was going my way, which was just how I liked it. Hell had become my home.