Koenma explained that Yusuke and Botan also encountered the insects and what's worse, people who were bitten. They turn very aggressive and have tried to kill them repeatedly. Koenma said it was because after being bitten they were being controlled by someone wielding a certain flute. Koenma thought it likely to be the four Saint Beasts as he recently had a demand from them to get access to the human world. They made threats on what could happen if he didn't yield to their demands and of course Koenma didn't listen to them. So now, Kurama and I are both send to find a portal to take us to the castle of the Saint Beasts in Demon world. Not before excusing ourselves out of school of course.
Once we approach the portal I can sense another demon nearby and the energy feels vaguely familiar. "Hiei? You there?", I question out loud. My suspicions are confirmed when he drop down from a tree near the portal. "Took you long enough.", he grunts, crossing his arms annoyed. 'When is this guy ever not annoyed?', I can't help but wonder. "Hello Hiei,", Kurama greets. "I see that you will be joining us." "Hn. Let's just get this over with so I can go back to my own business.", Hiei says, narrowing his eyes, obviously not pleased to be here.
"Hey, if you don't feel like doing this, I'm sure you can tag along just for show. It's been too long since I've seen some action, even my hands are starting to feel all soft and feminine. I need to give someone some proper ass kicking soon.", I tell him. He quirks a brow at that, seeming unimpressed. "That'll be a bore. Just leave it all to me so we can end this quickly. Besides, you might break a nail.", he smirks. I purse my lips at the comment and shake my head. "On their face maybe. No way I'll let you have all the action. Guess I'll just have to beat you to them!", I call before jumping in head first. Hiei glances at Kurama. "Can she even punch a dent in a pack of butter?", he questions. "I'm sure you'll appreciate her strength as much as I do when you see it for yourself Hiei.", Kurama defends before following.
I land gracefully in front of a large single tree within a barren plane. This place could use some rain.', I think before turning to the two people already there as I sense Kurama and Hiei arriving behind me. "Rosa?! And Hiei and Kurama too?!", Yusuke asks stumped.
"Hey Yusuke, so you're back from boot camp. I see Genkai made sure to beat the green out of you and has graced us with a new greenhorn.", I say casually before really looking to see their faces red and them huffing and puffing. "Don't tell me you're already out of breath. You just got here.", I comment. "Shut up Rosa! For your information, we were beating off a lot of tiny monsters before you all got here and chased them off.", Yusuke growls. I chuckle. He is so easily riled up. "Just joking Yusuke. Now, who is your friend?", I question, turning to the tall, orange haired boy.
The boy takes this chance and almost strikes a pose. "I am Kazuma Kuwabara, second best fighter of Sarayashiki Jr. high!", he says proudly making me look at him dully. 'That doesn't say anything at all.', I can't help think. "My name is Rosa Yamashita and these two are Kurama and Hiei.", I introduce, pointing to them respectively. "Nice to meet you.", Kurama says politely, while Hiei decides to stay silent. "I'm glad you guys arrived for backup. This place is crawling with these annoying little buggers.", Kuwabara says relieved. "Hn. If you can't handle even those insignificant demons, you have no business here.", Hiei comments in his usual way, making Kuwabara twitch.
Yusuke rolls his eyes and turn to Kurama and I. "Hey Kurama, how come you guys are here?", he asks curious. "Courtesy to Rosa. Hiei and I get to pay off our dept to the Spirit world by aiding you.", Kurama explains. Yusuke grins, "Well that's cool." Suddenly Hiei speaks up, putting in his thoughts on the matter. "Make no mistake. I don't know about Kurama, but I'm only here for my own benefit. I have no plans on cooperating with you.", he says, making Kurama chuckle. "What? This guy sure has an attitude for such a puny guy.", Kuwabara says offended, making Hiei look at him bored. "Do you want to die?", he threatens, making Kuwabara go to hit him, only for Hiei to disappear and reappear right in front of Yusuke. "I will get my revenge. I'm coming after you two, so you had better watch yourself.", he threatens, making me rise a brow. This guy is so full of spite.
Kuwabara, now seriously pissed, goes to hit Hiei again from the back. "You son of a… Don't ignore me!", he shouts, but misses again as Hiei takes a step back, completely ignoring him. "Stop it Hiei.", Kurama scolds. "You can settle it when this is over.", he reasons. "It's okay Kurama. I'm sure Hiei will behave himself for now.", I tell him, making Hiei scoff in the background. "Alright, the more allies we have right now the better.", says Yusuke. "Anyway, let's head up to the Labyrinth castle. We have work to do.", he continues, making me look upon the fortress like structure in the distance. "Yeah, let's go.", I agree, setting off.
It is quite a walk still and I take this time to get a few questions answered. "Say Kuwabara, how did you get dragged into this?", I question. He thinks it over for a moment, "Well…the old lady said I had a strong sixth sense when I came over for advice. It was at that moment that Genkai held a small tournament and Yusuke was there to find this demon who had it out for the lady's powers. That's when I learned all about demons and such.", he explained. "And now he's throwing himself wildly into danger with little to no skill what so ever.", Yusuke adds mocking. Having already figured out he's a hothead, I'm not surprised when this causes Kuwabara to get into a fight with him.
I can only sigh at the two of them, hoping they get serious when their needed. I'm curious of what they can do, especially Yusuke after his training. I hardly saw him fight Goki that first time and realize I haven't seen him fight since, but I guess the same goes for me. I have been sitting still for way to long, but I suppose I will soon get a chance to show off for myself.
I glance around, feeling slightly uncomfortable for whatever reason. "We are being watched.", Kurama informs me, also keeping his eyes out for any movement. "Let them. It won't change their faith.", Hiei scoffs. Kurama nods in agreement, now turning to me. "Are you ready?", he asks. I glance back amused. "You really have to ask?", I say making him smile. "I suppose that was unnecessary." I look forward to see we are closing in on the gate. I can't help but punch my fist into my hand a few times, feeling excited. "Let's blast them to kingdom come."