BloodRaevynn
This story is GREAT!!! I can't wait to read more!!!
Sorry if I was a bit harsh in the e-mail I sent you... I tend to be blunt.
Aqua: ^^;; It's okay. Actually, I can only read about three kanji. I was told the translation from a friend of mine who claimed that she could. Thanks for the correction.
(To everyone: In my quiz, I was incorrect about the translation of the title. ^^;; If you translate the kanji, it basically means 'poltergeist report' (sp?). Gomen!)
Donna
this story is great. i started reading for like around a week and i love u. keep up the good work!
Aqua: ^_^ Sankyuu!! It takes a lot outta me, but I'm definately going to continue this as long as possible! *nod nod*
Foxtails
YAY! Another chappie! Keep writing! *kicks a tied up Haru afew times for good measure then walks off to see the carcass of the demon Kurama killed*
Aqua: LOL! Keeping him tied up so that it will be easier to kill him? *grins*
Yukitsu
Go Kurama! Go Kurama! He's so good! Yeah. I think they should leave Ikare to him. poor Hiei! You're good! And I mean G-O-O-D! Now, ::grins:: next chapter please. Or else my eyes will turn into the Kuruta's Crimson eyes and I'LL HUNT YOU DOWN!!! ::joke:: Anyway, are they going to meet Haru in the next chapter? Next Chapter please!! ::wags tail hopefully and gives best puppy kitsune face::
Kurama+Hiei is still the BEST!!
Aqua: *is basked in a chibi-thought-cloud* I should know who Kuruta is... I should know who Kuruta is... I've heard the name before.... *cloud spontaneously combusts* ^^;; Can't remember!!!
Black Starr Kitsune
Ha ha ha Excellent Kurama is finally coming into his own. I expect lots and lots of blood and pain when they kill the hunter since you RESURECTED him!! You know how hard it is to skin someone alive. very Very Hard. But I will forgive you if his next death is very painful. Anyway I liked how they started to work together toward the end. Update soon (^_^)
Aqua: *grins* don't worry. The hunter will get what is coming to him. But don't kill me for this chapter, ne? *coughs, trying to look as innocent as possible*
Ryo0oki
Aqua, Aqua, Aqua. *gives Aqua 'big brown eyes' treatment* Pwease!!!! MoRe!!!! mORe!!!! MUAH.
Words in Ep.1- 1723
Words in Ep. 45- 1030
Longer chapters? Pwease?? =0-0=
Aqua: ^_^;; As I've said to previous demands for longer chapters, I'm afraid that I don't have the time. Writing chapters this long (the length of this chapter, and chapter 1 and 3) is very difficult. ^^;
Still, I'll do my best to make them as long as possible.
Yonaka no Inu-Ryuu
*cheers for Kurama* That was SO not enough. It wasn't a cliffhanger but it was almost like the story just... stopped. I WASN'T EXPECTING IT TO END RIGHT THERE!!!! ;.; *whips Kei with a cat'o'nine tails* WRITE MORE NOW! *fwa-chsssh*
Aqua: LOL ^_^;; hai hai, it did. I was like... I need to stop this somewhere, and that seemed like a good enough place *nod nod*
Kei: *floats around in his own little world of delerium spouted by pleasure/pain, singing to himself*
Ice'is Blue
Kurama seems rather full of himself in that last scene. Oh well. Foxes don't have to be modest.
Hiei: *interested* No?
Kurama: *grinning* *immodestly dressed* No.
Hiei: C'mere, kitsune.
Aqua: LMAO! ^_^;; Hai hai. He's got a bit of an ego now, doesn't he? Of course, with the 'youko kurama' personality coming out a bit more, I'm pretty sure he has every right to be. *nod nod*
Chambers ()
Woo hoo! Great chapter! Loved the action. I was so proud of our Kurama. He really saved the day. Can't wait til the next chapter. Hurry soon!
Aqua: *bows and preens* Sankyuu! ^_^ Hai hai, Kurama can kick butt when he's really determined to kill something. *cackle* ne ne?
Rapier and The Boys
Oooooh! How cruel! I hope Kurama gets all hate-filled and kicks that guys @SS!
Aqua: *gets shifty eyes* We'll just have to see.... *CACKLE*
Author Note: Because I didn't post an episode yesterday, I'm going to do my best to make this one especially long! ^_^;; I can't promise longer episodes in the future, but I'll try really hard for this one.
Reaching Your Limits: A YYH alternate universe
Episode 46: Haru's Lair. Carefully Laid Plans
"That's it right there," Yukina said, pointing through the trees to a building which could only be described as a castle by Yuusuke's terms. It was made of stone, and larger than a house although it didn't tower overly high, probably only four stories high at the most.
"How do we get in?" Kurama questioned, eyeing the structure. The only enterance appeared to be the gate in the stone fence. There were three guards standing there who didn't seem to be able to sense their presence, bored expressions on their faces.
Grinning and cracking his knuckles, Yuusuke motioned to the gate. "I've always been one for the direct approach," he stated.
"Are you crazy, Urameshi? Haru would have his army down on us within seconds. I don't think we're strong enough to take down that many demons," Kuwabara exclaimed.
"It seems like a good idea to me," Genkai stated, causing everyone to look at her.
While Yuusuke grinned triumphantly, Kuwabara demanded to know why.
"We should seperate into two groups. While one begins on our immediate mission by going after Haru and his army, the other group can find a way to sneak in and rescue Hiei. Once Hiei is retrieved, that group can join the first. I think this is our best option," Genkai explained.
"I agree," Yukina said immediately. "Because we have not had long to prepare, Haru will likely anticipate our group to attack as a whole. If the group that goes in to rescue Hiei can do so without drawing a lot of attention to themselves, it would be an added bonus to our cause."
They were quiet for a moment before Kurama spoke up. "I'm going after Hiei," he stated firmly.
"Are you sure that's a good idea? You're feelings for him could cause you to be reckless," Yuusuke pointed out.
Kurama looked away for a moment before meeting his eyes firmly. "It wouldn't do any good for me not to. I would just worry about him. Besides, I have the feeling that any emotions that come into play during battle will be beneficial," he stated.
Recalling the animated way Kurama had spoken about killing Haru for kidnapping Hiei, Yuusuke shuddered. However, he had to admit that it was a good point. "I'll go with you. As the strongest fighter out of us, Genkai should go with Kuwabara to fight the main army. Yukina can go with them since they are more likely to be wounded than we will," he replied.
Kurama smiled at him briefly before they turned to the others. "It sounds like a good idea to me," Genkai stated.
"Not like I have much of a choice," Kuwabara said with a snort and a grin before following Yukina and Genkai toward the front gate.
Yuusuke turned to his childhood friend, looking at him for a long moment. It hit him that, although he'd known the other for such a long time, it suddenly seemed as though they were strangers. This whip-weilding reincarnated demon, who held a cold determination in his eyes, was very different from the shy and polite boy he'd grown up with.
With a fond smile toward the other, Yuusuke motioned with his hand. "Well, shall we find a way in?" he said.
Kurama returned the smile and the two of them set off in the opposite direction of the others, toward the back of the castle.
***
"All of this fuss, just to come to your rescue. You should feel privledged to have such loyal friends," Haru mussed, smiling briefly at his son before turning back to the orb in front of him. Inside of the glass sphere were the images of both groups, the one heading for the gate and the other making their way toward the back of the castle.
"They aren't here to rescue me. They're here to kill you," Hiei stated, although he couldn't pull his eyes away from the orb. Although he hated to admit it, he'd spent almost two entire weeks with these people and had come to care about them, even if it was just a little. Yuusuke and Kuwabara had proven themselves to be trustworthy, even if they were annoying. Yukina was his second half, while he had always respected Genkai. And Kurama... seeing the reincarnated fox putting himself in danger affected him far more than he would like to admit.
Haru turned his full attention over to the youth, a wide smile on his lips. "Do you really think so? Is that the reason why your little fox looks like he'll rip the head off of anything that gets in his way?" he taunted.
Hiei's gaze snapped up before he could stop it. They had only discovered the truth about Kurama's identity a few days ago. How could he know already?
Laughing, Haru walked over to him and ran a hand down his cheek. "My child, I have watched your life very closely," he said quietly.
His eyes narrowing, Hiei glared at his father. "Don't talk shit. Our paths have never crossed even once in the past," he stated.
"Of course they have," Haru retorted, looking both amused and insulted at the same time. "Who do you think is reponsible for making you into the powerful warrior that you are today? The moment I heard about the legend of the Forbidden Children, I became curious as to what my offspring might of been like. I have no affection for the ice girl, but you.... I could see my blood in you, could see the powerful fire demon which you may become. I could see myself in you."
"You're talking like an idiot! I am nothing like you!" Hiei exclaimed.
"Not yet, perhaps, but you could become like me. You have such potential, even with your slight taint and Koenma's moralistic views in your head. Who do you think killed that pathetic farmer who took you in? I could see how soft you were even as you fought for them. I killed him, making you strike out on your own to become stronger," Haru stated.
Hiei barely surpressed a gasp. He'd always thought that it had simply been a war over space. That Maru had died because of hard times. Instead, it had been his own father to slay the man whom Hiei and Yukina had grown to think of as their family.
Yet, the demon didn't stop his words there. "I was also the one who planted that dragon's egg in your path. I've always watched you from afar, Hiei, always out of sight. It was decided that I would come for you once you'd become strong enough, when you would of actually be a use to me. I knew that the dragons would make you powerful, whether it was in fighting them or allying yourself to them. So I stole two of their eggs. Unfortunately, I lost one, but was able to bring the other to the pathway on which you hunted. In the end, it worked out just as I had hoped. You became one of the most powerful demons in the Demonworld thanks to your time with the dragons," Haru stated.
"What else?" Hiei demanded, morbid curiousity catching him. All the good and bad things which had happened to him, things which he'd thought to be on the whim of fate, had been dealt to him by this man. He wanted to know everything that Haru had done without his knowledge.
"I knew that you were strong enough to approach then. I was planning on it, when you meet that youko lover of yours," Haru stated. He nearly spat out the word 'youko'. "Even after I hired that hunter to get rid of him, you were arrested and slipped completely from my grasp."
Hiei froze in place, his eyes wide, his breath stuck in his throat. "You hired the hunter?" he echoed, his voice sounding hollow.
Haru snickered at him, looking proud. "Of course. Do you think that a regular hunter would of had the ability to kill Youko Kurama? That particular youko was extremely powerful, and very crafty. I paid Mitsu exceedingly well for the hide of that fox, and gave him special weapons to be able to do it."
The chains made a loud 'chang' sound when Hiei jerked himself toward his father with eyes filled with hatred, several of the wards on his body flairing before bursting into flames and falling to the floor as ashes. "Why? What reason could there of been to kill Kurama?" he yelled.
Haru looked momentarily ruffled by his outburst, but quickly composed himself with a shake of his head. A smile came to his lips again. "Yes, this is the power that I knew you possessed. Kurama made you soft. You fell in love, and that emotion caused you to have a weakness. When I came for you, I wanted to make sure that there was nothing which made you weak. I ordered Kurama to be killed, in order to make you stronger."
"I swear, I will kill you. No matter what it takes, Haru, I will make sure the one to slay you is me," Hiei stated, his voice cold and his eyes heated.
Haru gave him a patient smile, as though Hiei were a human child making demands of a tired parent. "We shall see, my child. I have the feeling that the outcome of this little drama will be interesting, no matter who is the victor."
***
"This seems too easy to me," Kurama commented, his voice barely above a whisper as he spoke to Yuusuke.
The other youth was barely a foot behind him. They'd discovered a tree, thankfully oen that was not dangerous, that had branches which ran overtop of the fence. It had been a simple task to climb up and jump over the fence that way. Since the structure wasn't very tall there had been plenty of windows, built into the building without glass, that they could climb inside of.
As most dungeons and the like tended to be placed in the basement, as there was a smaller chance of escape, they'd logically made a choice to head downward first. They had yet to discover a stairway, but were running out of doors to check. Luckily, there had been only a few demons to meet them so far. Those few had been easily disposed of by a well-placed punch or kick from Yuusuke and a few flicks of Kurama's Rose Whip. Other than that, it had been completely silent inside the building.
"Do you think Haru knows that we're sneaking inside?" Yuusuke questioned.
Kurama nodded. "It seems very likely. I don't know how long we've been gone, but it has probably been noticed that we aren't with the main group," he replied.
Yuusuke frowned, his brow furrowing. "So, either Haru underestimates our abilities, or he's letting us do this for some reason. I'm thinking that we should expect an ambush somewhere," he replied.
"I think so as well," Kurama agreed. "We will have to be especially careful when we round corners or open a door. There could be a large group of demons waiting to kill us."
"Well, that's a pleasant thought," Yuusuke said sarcastically.
Kurama gave him a small grin before the two of them moved forward again in silence. It was perhaps another fifteen minutes, and still no interferrance, when they found the stairway that lead downward. Yuusuke lead the way while Kurama covered them from the back. There were torches on the walls that gave them enough light to see downward, the stairway wide and spiraling.
They were about half way down when the torches in the immediate area suddenly went black. Kurama sucked in a breath, his body tensing as he fought to make out an image in the darkness. This had to be where the ambush would be coming from, yet he couldn't make anyone out even when his eyes adjusted so that he could see around him.
He blinked suddenly, realizing that he was alone. "Yuusuke?" he called out wearily, his eyes scanning the area. If the other had gone forward, Kurama was certain that he would of heard Yuusuke's footsteps. However, the youth was no where to be found.
End Episode 46
This story is GREAT!!! I can't wait to read more!!!
Sorry if I was a bit harsh in the e-mail I sent you... I tend to be blunt.
Aqua: ^^;; It's okay. Actually, I can only read about three kanji. I was told the translation from a friend of mine who claimed that she could. Thanks for the correction.
(To everyone: In my quiz, I was incorrect about the translation of the title. ^^;; If you translate the kanji, it basically means 'poltergeist report' (sp?). Gomen!)
Donna
this story is great. i started reading for like around a week and i love u. keep up the good work!
Aqua: ^_^ Sankyuu!! It takes a lot outta me, but I'm definately going to continue this as long as possible! *nod nod*
Foxtails
YAY! Another chappie! Keep writing! *kicks a tied up Haru afew times for good measure then walks off to see the carcass of the demon Kurama killed*
Aqua: LOL! Keeping him tied up so that it will be easier to kill him? *grins*
Yukitsu
Go Kurama! Go Kurama! He's so good! Yeah. I think they should leave Ikare to him. poor Hiei! You're good! And I mean G-O-O-D! Now, ::grins:: next chapter please. Or else my eyes will turn into the Kuruta's Crimson eyes and I'LL HUNT YOU DOWN!!! ::joke:: Anyway, are they going to meet Haru in the next chapter? Next Chapter please!! ::wags tail hopefully and gives best puppy kitsune face::
Kurama+Hiei is still the BEST!!
Aqua: *is basked in a chibi-thought-cloud* I should know who Kuruta is... I should know who Kuruta is... I've heard the name before.... *cloud spontaneously combusts* ^^;; Can't remember!!!
Black Starr Kitsune
Ha ha ha Excellent Kurama is finally coming into his own. I expect lots and lots of blood and pain when they kill the hunter since you RESURECTED him!! You know how hard it is to skin someone alive. very Very Hard. But I will forgive you if his next death is very painful. Anyway I liked how they started to work together toward the end. Update soon (^_^)
Aqua: *grins* don't worry. The hunter will get what is coming to him. But don't kill me for this chapter, ne? *coughs, trying to look as innocent as possible*
Ryo0oki
Aqua, Aqua, Aqua. *gives Aqua 'big brown eyes' treatment* Pwease!!!! MoRe!!!! mORe!!!! MUAH.
Words in Ep.1- 1723
Words in Ep. 45- 1030
Longer chapters? Pwease?? =0-0=
Aqua: ^_^;; As I've said to previous demands for longer chapters, I'm afraid that I don't have the time. Writing chapters this long (the length of this chapter, and chapter 1 and 3) is very difficult. ^^;
Still, I'll do my best to make them as long as possible.
Yonaka no Inu-Ryuu
*cheers for Kurama* That was SO not enough. It wasn't a cliffhanger but it was almost like the story just... stopped. I WASN'T EXPECTING IT TO END RIGHT THERE!!!! ;.; *whips Kei with a cat'o'nine tails* WRITE MORE NOW! *fwa-chsssh*
Aqua: LOL ^_^;; hai hai, it did. I was like... I need to stop this somewhere, and that seemed like a good enough place *nod nod*
Kei: *floats around in his own little world of delerium spouted by pleasure/pain, singing to himself*
Ice'is Blue
Kurama seems rather full of himself in that last scene. Oh well. Foxes don't have to be modest.
Hiei: *interested* No?
Kurama: *grinning* *immodestly dressed* No.
Hiei: C'mere, kitsune.
Aqua: LMAO! ^_^;; Hai hai. He's got a bit of an ego now, doesn't he? Of course, with the 'youko kurama' personality coming out a bit more, I'm pretty sure he has every right to be. *nod nod*
Chambers ()
Woo hoo! Great chapter! Loved the action. I was so proud of our Kurama. He really saved the day. Can't wait til the next chapter. Hurry soon!
Aqua: *bows and preens* Sankyuu! ^_^ Hai hai, Kurama can kick butt when he's really determined to kill something. *cackle* ne ne?
Rapier and The Boys
Oooooh! How cruel! I hope Kurama gets all hate-filled and kicks that guys @SS!
Aqua: *gets shifty eyes* We'll just have to see.... *CACKLE*
Author Note: Because I didn't post an episode yesterday, I'm going to do my best to make this one especially long! ^_^;; I can't promise longer episodes in the future, but I'll try really hard for this one.
Reaching Your Limits: A YYH alternate universe
Episode 46: Haru's Lair. Carefully Laid Plans
"That's it right there," Yukina said, pointing through the trees to a building which could only be described as a castle by Yuusuke's terms. It was made of stone, and larger than a house although it didn't tower overly high, probably only four stories high at the most.
"How do we get in?" Kurama questioned, eyeing the structure. The only enterance appeared to be the gate in the stone fence. There were three guards standing there who didn't seem to be able to sense their presence, bored expressions on their faces.
Grinning and cracking his knuckles, Yuusuke motioned to the gate. "I've always been one for the direct approach," he stated.
"Are you crazy, Urameshi? Haru would have his army down on us within seconds. I don't think we're strong enough to take down that many demons," Kuwabara exclaimed.
"It seems like a good idea to me," Genkai stated, causing everyone to look at her.
While Yuusuke grinned triumphantly, Kuwabara demanded to know why.
"We should seperate into two groups. While one begins on our immediate mission by going after Haru and his army, the other group can find a way to sneak in and rescue Hiei. Once Hiei is retrieved, that group can join the first. I think this is our best option," Genkai explained.
"I agree," Yukina said immediately. "Because we have not had long to prepare, Haru will likely anticipate our group to attack as a whole. If the group that goes in to rescue Hiei can do so without drawing a lot of attention to themselves, it would be an added bonus to our cause."
They were quiet for a moment before Kurama spoke up. "I'm going after Hiei," he stated firmly.
"Are you sure that's a good idea? You're feelings for him could cause you to be reckless," Yuusuke pointed out.
Kurama looked away for a moment before meeting his eyes firmly. "It wouldn't do any good for me not to. I would just worry about him. Besides, I have the feeling that any emotions that come into play during battle will be beneficial," he stated.
Recalling the animated way Kurama had spoken about killing Haru for kidnapping Hiei, Yuusuke shuddered. However, he had to admit that it was a good point. "I'll go with you. As the strongest fighter out of us, Genkai should go with Kuwabara to fight the main army. Yukina can go with them since they are more likely to be wounded than we will," he replied.
Kurama smiled at him briefly before they turned to the others. "It sounds like a good idea to me," Genkai stated.
"Not like I have much of a choice," Kuwabara said with a snort and a grin before following Yukina and Genkai toward the front gate.
Yuusuke turned to his childhood friend, looking at him for a long moment. It hit him that, although he'd known the other for such a long time, it suddenly seemed as though they were strangers. This whip-weilding reincarnated demon, who held a cold determination in his eyes, was very different from the shy and polite boy he'd grown up with.
With a fond smile toward the other, Yuusuke motioned with his hand. "Well, shall we find a way in?" he said.
Kurama returned the smile and the two of them set off in the opposite direction of the others, toward the back of the castle.
***
"All of this fuss, just to come to your rescue. You should feel privledged to have such loyal friends," Haru mussed, smiling briefly at his son before turning back to the orb in front of him. Inside of the glass sphere were the images of both groups, the one heading for the gate and the other making their way toward the back of the castle.
"They aren't here to rescue me. They're here to kill you," Hiei stated, although he couldn't pull his eyes away from the orb. Although he hated to admit it, he'd spent almost two entire weeks with these people and had come to care about them, even if it was just a little. Yuusuke and Kuwabara had proven themselves to be trustworthy, even if they were annoying. Yukina was his second half, while he had always respected Genkai. And Kurama... seeing the reincarnated fox putting himself in danger affected him far more than he would like to admit.
Haru turned his full attention over to the youth, a wide smile on his lips. "Do you really think so? Is that the reason why your little fox looks like he'll rip the head off of anything that gets in his way?" he taunted.
Hiei's gaze snapped up before he could stop it. They had only discovered the truth about Kurama's identity a few days ago. How could he know already?
Laughing, Haru walked over to him and ran a hand down his cheek. "My child, I have watched your life very closely," he said quietly.
His eyes narrowing, Hiei glared at his father. "Don't talk shit. Our paths have never crossed even once in the past," he stated.
"Of course they have," Haru retorted, looking both amused and insulted at the same time. "Who do you think is reponsible for making you into the powerful warrior that you are today? The moment I heard about the legend of the Forbidden Children, I became curious as to what my offspring might of been like. I have no affection for the ice girl, but you.... I could see my blood in you, could see the powerful fire demon which you may become. I could see myself in you."
"You're talking like an idiot! I am nothing like you!" Hiei exclaimed.
"Not yet, perhaps, but you could become like me. You have such potential, even with your slight taint and Koenma's moralistic views in your head. Who do you think killed that pathetic farmer who took you in? I could see how soft you were even as you fought for them. I killed him, making you strike out on your own to become stronger," Haru stated.
Hiei barely surpressed a gasp. He'd always thought that it had simply been a war over space. That Maru had died because of hard times. Instead, it had been his own father to slay the man whom Hiei and Yukina had grown to think of as their family.
Yet, the demon didn't stop his words there. "I was also the one who planted that dragon's egg in your path. I've always watched you from afar, Hiei, always out of sight. It was decided that I would come for you once you'd become strong enough, when you would of actually be a use to me. I knew that the dragons would make you powerful, whether it was in fighting them or allying yourself to them. So I stole two of their eggs. Unfortunately, I lost one, but was able to bring the other to the pathway on which you hunted. In the end, it worked out just as I had hoped. You became one of the most powerful demons in the Demonworld thanks to your time with the dragons," Haru stated.
"What else?" Hiei demanded, morbid curiousity catching him. All the good and bad things which had happened to him, things which he'd thought to be on the whim of fate, had been dealt to him by this man. He wanted to know everything that Haru had done without his knowledge.
"I knew that you were strong enough to approach then. I was planning on it, when you meet that youko lover of yours," Haru stated. He nearly spat out the word 'youko'. "Even after I hired that hunter to get rid of him, you were arrested and slipped completely from my grasp."
Hiei froze in place, his eyes wide, his breath stuck in his throat. "You hired the hunter?" he echoed, his voice sounding hollow.
Haru snickered at him, looking proud. "Of course. Do you think that a regular hunter would of had the ability to kill Youko Kurama? That particular youko was extremely powerful, and very crafty. I paid Mitsu exceedingly well for the hide of that fox, and gave him special weapons to be able to do it."
The chains made a loud 'chang' sound when Hiei jerked himself toward his father with eyes filled with hatred, several of the wards on his body flairing before bursting into flames and falling to the floor as ashes. "Why? What reason could there of been to kill Kurama?" he yelled.
Haru looked momentarily ruffled by his outburst, but quickly composed himself with a shake of his head. A smile came to his lips again. "Yes, this is the power that I knew you possessed. Kurama made you soft. You fell in love, and that emotion caused you to have a weakness. When I came for you, I wanted to make sure that there was nothing which made you weak. I ordered Kurama to be killed, in order to make you stronger."
"I swear, I will kill you. No matter what it takes, Haru, I will make sure the one to slay you is me," Hiei stated, his voice cold and his eyes heated.
Haru gave him a patient smile, as though Hiei were a human child making demands of a tired parent. "We shall see, my child. I have the feeling that the outcome of this little drama will be interesting, no matter who is the victor."
***
"This seems too easy to me," Kurama commented, his voice barely above a whisper as he spoke to Yuusuke.
The other youth was barely a foot behind him. They'd discovered a tree, thankfully oen that was not dangerous, that had branches which ran overtop of the fence. It had been a simple task to climb up and jump over the fence that way. Since the structure wasn't very tall there had been plenty of windows, built into the building without glass, that they could climb inside of.
As most dungeons and the like tended to be placed in the basement, as there was a smaller chance of escape, they'd logically made a choice to head downward first. They had yet to discover a stairway, but were running out of doors to check. Luckily, there had been only a few demons to meet them so far. Those few had been easily disposed of by a well-placed punch or kick from Yuusuke and a few flicks of Kurama's Rose Whip. Other than that, it had been completely silent inside the building.
"Do you think Haru knows that we're sneaking inside?" Yuusuke questioned.
Kurama nodded. "It seems very likely. I don't know how long we've been gone, but it has probably been noticed that we aren't with the main group," he replied.
Yuusuke frowned, his brow furrowing. "So, either Haru underestimates our abilities, or he's letting us do this for some reason. I'm thinking that we should expect an ambush somewhere," he replied.
"I think so as well," Kurama agreed. "We will have to be especially careful when we round corners or open a door. There could be a large group of demons waiting to kill us."
"Well, that's a pleasant thought," Yuusuke said sarcastically.
Kurama gave him a small grin before the two of them moved forward again in silence. It was perhaps another fifteen minutes, and still no interferrance, when they found the stairway that lead downward. Yuusuke lead the way while Kurama covered them from the back. There were torches on the walls that gave them enough light to see downward, the stairway wide and spiraling.
They were about half way down when the torches in the immediate area suddenly went black. Kurama sucked in a breath, his body tensing as he fought to make out an image in the darkness. This had to be where the ambush would be coming from, yet he couldn't make anyone out even when his eyes adjusted so that he could see around him.
He blinked suddenly, realizing that he was alone. "Yuusuke?" he called out wearily, his eyes scanning the area. If the other had gone forward, Kurama was certain that he would of heard Yuusuke's footsteps. However, the youth was no where to be found.
End Episode 46