I will update another chapter today later on okay, so come back later. See
two chapters in one day to make up for lost time.
I know all of you must hate me for not updating on the deadline. My Internet service was cut off for a few days.
My MOM forgot to pay the bill. Who the heck forgets to pay a bill? I was so ready to update this, until I realized I could not get online.
I feel horrible. I never expected this to happen. Don't hate me Please! This will never happen again I hope. That is if my mom will actually act like a responsible parent for once.
____Where We Left Off____
"Lets go Kurama." We continued home together. Only this time Kurama was nice enough to give me his coffee and we walked home side by side silently but smiling.
_____Now To Start Chapter 17____
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(Botan's POV)
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We finally got to my house. Kurama insisted that he drop me off at my front door. He only lives across the street so he didn't mind making sure I got in my house without trouble. He stood at the bottom stairs staring at me now, with a very worried look. I have been at my door for at least 5 minutes already looking for my keys to my front door and have not found them.
I was looking through my pocketbook looking for my keys. I was feeling the need to panic. I could not find my keys anywhere. I rummaged around through all the stuff in my pocketbook. I know I put them in there.
"Botan did you find them yet?" Kurama's constant asking of that question was driving me nuts. I looked at him angrily to show that I still could not find them. "Kurama does it look like I found it." I snapped at him. I was just really aggravated. I decided to dump all of my stuff on the ground. I did so and I looked on floor for my keys.
"Bingo, I found it." I felt relief pass quickly and then I picked up all my stuff and put it back in my pocketbook with Kurama's help of course. I put my keys in the lock and with a turn, it unlocked and I entered my house. Kurama just stood there with a frown. I would invite him in, but I am tired and we will see each other tomorrow, first thing in the morning.
"Bye Kurama see you tomorrow morning at the park okay." I said waving to him as he walked across the street to his house. I smiled and watched him go all the way until he turned around and waved back at me. My grin got larger as I shut the door and locked it and leaned against it. I giggled dreamily and thought about the night. It was so much fun.
"I am exhausted." I said softly to myself. I stretched out my arms high and walked up to my room. Changed into my pajamas, and then put the TV on with the volume low and went over and laid on my comfy soft bed Soon I was overcome by sleep.
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*Beep Beep Beep*
"Darn thing" I shouted as I got up and shut off the alarm clock. I yawned loudly and quickly looked back at the time. It was early. About 7:00 a.m. I started to think. I know there was something important to do today, but what was it. Oh I know. Silly me. I have to meet Kurama and Hiei.
I jumped up out of bed literally and ran to my bathroom. Took a quick shower and then got dressed. Did my hair in a high ponytail like I usually do. I didn't even bother to put on makeup. I look good without makeup. I had a cute pink-sleeved shirt that said angel on it and blue jeans on. I got to the kitchen and ate a small breakfast. After all the morning chores were done I went out side with my slippers still on my feet. They are cute pink bunny kind. I went to my mailbox and checked it.
"Lets see ..Bill.. Bill.. You could win 10,000 dollars.....Bill. Nope nothing good. Like I have a chance at winning 10,000 dollars. Like anyone has that chance. Well better go in the house and put my shoes on and meet the guys.
I sat on my couch and pulled on my first shoe than struggled with the other one. After putting on my shoes I went over to my phone. I should leave a message to Keiko. I dialed her number and just as I thought it would the answer machine came on. She has always been an early bird and probably went to stop by Yusuke's house to walk with him to school.
Oh back to the answering machine.
Please leave a message after the beep... BEEP!...
Hi Keiko, Botan here. I am not going to school because I feel horribly sick. Cough cough gag. Ahem I will see you after school hopefully and then we can go to the mall or something okay. So make sure you don't worry about me. I hate it when you worry about me. You will get wrinkles from all the stress you go through. I will talk to you later... cough.. Bye.
Alright I think that will convince her for now. Now to meet the boys. After locking my door I started on my way.
I was in such a happy mood. Today I will be over with this mission, continue with life, and never worry about demons and spirit world ever again. Yes I have decided to stay human. It was all in a dream. Actually it was like a nightmare. All my friends died and it was the hardest thing for me. I had to bring them to heaven and never see them again. But now that won't happen. I can't wait to get through with this.
I was just so happy. I practically started skipping down the street, until I turned a corner and bumped into someone. The result was me on my bum sitting on the ground because of the impact and the other person still standing with an out stretched hand for assistance. I garbed it and the person pulled me up.
"T-Thank you!" I thanked the person without looking at them while dusting my self off. I felt very embarrassed and could not look straight at the person. I started walking away when the person said something.
"Your welcome." I stopped right there. I turned around so quickly. I knew that voice. There he was standing there. His beautiful emerald eyes staring at me and with a smile plastered on his face. It was Kurama of course and if I can add he looks very hot today. Hot? Ahem I mean nice. Yes he looks very nice.
"Hello Kurama I thought we were to meet at the park." I said quickly. I was blushing from staring at him.
"I was going there now." I made an oval shape with my mouth as I said "oh". A thought brightened up in my mind as I regained my composure from under his gaze.
"Kurama do you mind if I walk with you?" I gave a little sad look. Of course he said yes and I jumped for joy, well not in front of him but it was what I really wanted to do at that moment. We started walking together like we did last night. This time we were not as silent and it was not as cold.
As we walked a few girls stared at us. What were their problems? I guess they never saw me and Kurama actually "hang out" They all, think we are still enemies, but little do they know I have a little crush on him now. Or they could just be staring because they are jealous.
As we walked I randomly had remembered something. It's Kurama's birthday today.
"Happy Birthday Kurama!" I said excitedly since I was the first person to say it and he grinned happily. "Thanks, but it's not that great."
"Why do you say that?" I could not help but ask. He was in a serious mood and answered me. "This morning I had roots of silver in my hair if you have not noticed yet." He turned and showed me. I gasped at the sight.
"Does that mean your transformation is a slow process?" He nodded at me.
"That's not the only thing. I could have sworn when I was inspecting the silver strands in my hair in my mirror that my eyes were changing from green to gold and then back to green."
I was very interested in his description. We stopped walking and I stared straight into his eyes. It was green now, but who knows when it will change. Who knows when he will change! We went back to walking and I got slightly curious and could not help but ask him another question.
"Kurama are you scared?" He grinned mischievously at me. "Botan did you know that curiosity killed the cat?" I gulped. What was that suppose to mean. I looked at him. "Kurama I am just worried." I covered my mouth quickly, but it was too late. He didn't look at me, but his expression showed that he was happy at that news. I can't believe I said that though.
"To be honest Botan I am a bit nervous." I smiled slightly. I want him to be confident and ready. He was the type to take on any situation. "If it helps any Kurama, I will be there with you."
Then he whispered something as we continued to walk at a slow pace. He told me that there is something for me in the old clubhouse of his. I looked up at him confused. What does he mean?
"We will get it before we leave if that's okay with you." I was confused but I didn't ask any more questions.
We finally got to the park. Hiei was sitting there on a tree branch. He was throwing rocks at people who walked by. I giggled to myself as I watched his immature acts.
"Hiei here we are." I shouted out to him while waving my arm for him to spot us from across the street. He jumped down and waited for us to go to him. "Hey Hiei were you waiting long?"
"Hn, you two take to long." I guess that is a yes. "Now to get ready to go I have to call Koenma to inform him that we are coming soon."
I dug into my pocket and pulled out the communication device. I popped it open and pushed a button. A screen came on with Koenma in his toddler form. Kurama and Hiei were staring at it and were listening carefully. The toddler on the screen probably confused them.
"Koenma they are ready to go to the spirit world." I said as I look at the screen.
"Good good, well hurry up then."
"Um.... How do I bring them?"
Kurama and Hiei sweet dropped and Koenma coughed and looked at me seriously.
"I will just open a portal and you will just have to walk them to the castle." I tapped my chin in thought. There were people around us. How were we going to go through a portal with people around?
Before I could ask Koenma spoke again. "Botan just go somewhere private and then call me again. Gosh do I have to think of everything." I shut the communication device and huffed. That prince could be such a royal pain.
"Well guys we have to go somewhere private so let's go." Kurama walked up to me and pointed out that his old clubhouse was the best place. I grinned. Everything was going nicely now.
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When we got to the clubhouse we opened the door. It was small inside. The door creaked an eerie sound as we shut it. It looked big when we were younger but it was about 6 ft in height so our heads did not bump the wooden ceiling and only enough room for about 4 people. The whole place was dusty and old looking. There was a spider web at the far corner of the clubhouse. Lucky for me there was no spider. I just can't stand them. On the wooden table there was a small item. Kurama singled for me to grab it and so I went over to it.
I picked it up curiously and turned back to him. "Go ahead Botan look at it." I opened the warping, and inside was a perfectly kept bouquet of pink and red roses. I gasped. I was so shocked. "Kurama are these..."
"Yes they are for you." I could not figure it out. Two questions that simply confused me more than anything right at that instant. How were the roses still so beautiful and full of life? And why did he give them to me?
I looked at Hiei and he just shrugged. Then a letter fell out onto the ground. I placed the roses on the table and kneeled down and picked up the letter. Kurama was watching my every move. An amuse look on his face at my confusion. On the letter was my name in shinny purple glitter. I opened it up and started to read it to myself.
"Dear Botan,
I know I have been a real jerk. I have been so wrong. I should have treated you better. Last year in 6th grade, I was stupid. I should never have started that prank war. I should have apologized. I wish we could start all over from the beginning. I am so sorry. I hope you forgive me and we can become good friends.
You are the first person that brought the true meaning to the word beautiful to me. I present you with roses and I hope you consider us being friends or even more than friends. I can't help but feel so sad when I see you with your friends and you look angry with me every time I look at you. I never can hear your voice unless we are arguing. I don't want to argue no more. This is silly, but I think I have a crush on you. Actually it really isn't silly. Any guy might fall head over heels in love with you. You are so pretty, nice, and a good person and so much more. The person who ends up with you is someone lucky.
Love always Kurama."
My heart was doing flips. My hands were shaking a little while holding the note. I wanted to cry. Not cry from pain or hurt, but to cry because I was so happy. This note is so old. I wonder if he still feels that way. I should have gone to his clubhouse when Keiko gave me that note telling me to a long time ago. I thought it was a prank though.
A tear escaped my eye and slid down my cheek. I was still smiling and I folded the letter placing it neatly in the bouquet. Kurama frowned at seeing me cry.
"Kurama.. Thanks." I threw my arms up around his neck. He was surprised and looked at me. I took his hand in mine and rested my head on his chest. Then picked my head back up and looked meaningfully at him when he spoke to me. "I guess you like it." He said and I giggled.
"Kurama I don't like it. I love it." He smiled at my response and put his arms around my waist and embraced me. "I am glad that you love it. I truly am sorry." I giggled again. "Kurama I forgave you already. So stop being nice and hug me." He hugged me tighter and Hiei coughed in the background. We separated slowly and blushed a bit.
"Are we going yet?" Hiei asked me sounding a bit annoyed and some disappointment in his voice. "Did you notice Kurama's ears yet?" He spoke again a little less angry.
I looked at Kurama and on the top of his head was two white dog like ears that replaced his human ears. I went up to them and rubbed one. Feeling how soft it was. I yanked my hand back when I heard a sound escape from Kurama's mouth. I looked at him and laughed. He had purred. I did it again and he purred again. I stop playing around when Hiei coughed again. "Opps sorry they are just so cute. I could not resist."
Kurama blushed a dark shade of red. "Call that guy Koenma again."
"Sure thing." I got the device out of my pocket and flipped it open.
"Koenma send a portal at my current location."
"Okay Botan let me just see where you are."
I started to tap my feet feeling impatient. Does it take that long just to see where I am? "Koenma?" I said softly. Then he came back on.
"All set the portal will materialize within 2 minutes, all you have to do is walk through it and you will be here in spirit world. After that, walk to my castle and get to my office at once. I will wait for your arrival."
The line shut off and I closed the lid to the device. Only 2 minutes. I took a deep breath and looked at the guys. Kurama had been changing rapidly now. His hair was almost covered with sliver and he had dog-ears. Hiei was still the same but I think he is hiding something under that bandana he is wearing.
"Are you guys ready?" They both nodded. They look ready and relaxed. I think I am more nervous than the both of them. They are the ones going to go through with this. This could be painful or maybe something bad will happen. Your mind getting erased is not an every day thing. When Koenma spoke to me about them having their minds erased he did not say much about it. He was hiding something and I know he was. I could see the hint of sadness on his express when he told me about the news.
I wrapped my gift back up and placed it back on the table so when I return I can bring it home. I closed my eyes and then opened them again. I hope this works out. As I turned around a portal materialized. It was black and glowing very brightly.
"Lets go!" I said in a reassuring voice as we all three stepped through. We stepped out of the portal, but we were not on earth anymore. We were on top of a floating city in the sky. I was use to being here but Kurama and Hiei were curious and were looking around and eyeing everything, taking in there surroundings.
"Follow me please." I was now in my spirit form. I must have transformed when going through the portal. I materialized my oar in my right hand. They were both watching me confused; I just smiled and looked at their clueless expressions. I hopped onto the oar with ease and sat on it hovering about 6 feet off the ground with my hands on my lap.
Kurama saw me before in my spirit form and on the oar, but seeing a ghost/spirit is something no one can get use to I guess. Hiei was really shocked. He pointed at me. "How the hell can you do that?" I laughed. "I am a spirit right now. Like what I told you guys about before. Lets just go. You won't remember anything anyways so why explain."
I floated near the ground slowly for them to follow me to the castle. We were only 5 minutes away.
"I would give you guys a ride, but seeing how it will be my last time on this oar, I want to enjoy it alone." I said teasing them. "I would rather walk anyways." Hiei said. I grinned. "Don't worry guys, we are almost there." I flew up a little higher and from where I was I saw the gigantic castle.
"Its straight ahead." I rushed in front of them, with a high speed as I approached the castle doors. Hiei ran to catch up and he was fast. Kurama ran but not as quickly, but made it there faster than any normal human would. From high in the sky I started to go lower near the ground and leaped off the oar in an impressive jump and landed on my feet. My oar disappeared in thin air and I stood at the giant double doors waiting for Hiei and Kurama. Not even 5 seconds later Hiei came and then Kurama.
Standing at the doors made me feel like I was the owner of the castle inviting two friends over. They both were ready, I could tell. I pushed the doorbell and Konema's voice came on a speaker. "You can bring them in Botan." With that said the doors slowly opened and we walked in with me in the front.
"This way." I indicated them to follow me as if I was a tour guide.
As we made our way to Koenma's office I felt the burden of remembering if something bad may happen. Each step I took forward was caution. At some point I would plunge into anxiety. I just hope all goes well.
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END OF CHAPTER!
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Sorry Jay was not in here for those who really liked jay. Yes he was so funny. I enjoyed writing his character for one chapter. He will no longer be in this fic unless at the last chapter when I say what happened to all the characters in the end.
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I know all of you must hate me for not updating on the deadline. My Internet service was cut off for a few days.
My MOM forgot to pay the bill. Who the heck forgets to pay a bill? I was so ready to update this, until I realized I could not get online.
I feel horrible. I never expected this to happen. Don't hate me Please! This will never happen again I hope. That is if my mom will actually act like a responsible parent for once.
____Where We Left Off____
"Lets go Kurama." We continued home together. Only this time Kurama was nice enough to give me his coffee and we walked home side by side silently but smiling.
_____Now To Start Chapter 17____
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(Botan's POV)
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We finally got to my house. Kurama insisted that he drop me off at my front door. He only lives across the street so he didn't mind making sure I got in my house without trouble. He stood at the bottom stairs staring at me now, with a very worried look. I have been at my door for at least 5 minutes already looking for my keys to my front door and have not found them.
I was looking through my pocketbook looking for my keys. I was feeling the need to panic. I could not find my keys anywhere. I rummaged around through all the stuff in my pocketbook. I know I put them in there.
"Botan did you find them yet?" Kurama's constant asking of that question was driving me nuts. I looked at him angrily to show that I still could not find them. "Kurama does it look like I found it." I snapped at him. I was just really aggravated. I decided to dump all of my stuff on the ground. I did so and I looked on floor for my keys.
"Bingo, I found it." I felt relief pass quickly and then I picked up all my stuff and put it back in my pocketbook with Kurama's help of course. I put my keys in the lock and with a turn, it unlocked and I entered my house. Kurama just stood there with a frown. I would invite him in, but I am tired and we will see each other tomorrow, first thing in the morning.
"Bye Kurama see you tomorrow morning at the park okay." I said waving to him as he walked across the street to his house. I smiled and watched him go all the way until he turned around and waved back at me. My grin got larger as I shut the door and locked it and leaned against it. I giggled dreamily and thought about the night. It was so much fun.
"I am exhausted." I said softly to myself. I stretched out my arms high and walked up to my room. Changed into my pajamas, and then put the TV on with the volume low and went over and laid on my comfy soft bed Soon I was overcome by sleep.
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*Beep Beep Beep*
"Darn thing" I shouted as I got up and shut off the alarm clock. I yawned loudly and quickly looked back at the time. It was early. About 7:00 a.m. I started to think. I know there was something important to do today, but what was it. Oh I know. Silly me. I have to meet Kurama and Hiei.
I jumped up out of bed literally and ran to my bathroom. Took a quick shower and then got dressed. Did my hair in a high ponytail like I usually do. I didn't even bother to put on makeup. I look good without makeup. I had a cute pink-sleeved shirt that said angel on it and blue jeans on. I got to the kitchen and ate a small breakfast. After all the morning chores were done I went out side with my slippers still on my feet. They are cute pink bunny kind. I went to my mailbox and checked it.
"Lets see ..Bill.. Bill.. You could win 10,000 dollars.....Bill. Nope nothing good. Like I have a chance at winning 10,000 dollars. Like anyone has that chance. Well better go in the house and put my shoes on and meet the guys.
I sat on my couch and pulled on my first shoe than struggled with the other one. After putting on my shoes I went over to my phone. I should leave a message to Keiko. I dialed her number and just as I thought it would the answer machine came on. She has always been an early bird and probably went to stop by Yusuke's house to walk with him to school.
Oh back to the answering machine.
Please leave a message after the beep... BEEP!...
Hi Keiko, Botan here. I am not going to school because I feel horribly sick. Cough cough gag. Ahem I will see you after school hopefully and then we can go to the mall or something okay. So make sure you don't worry about me. I hate it when you worry about me. You will get wrinkles from all the stress you go through. I will talk to you later... cough.. Bye.
Alright I think that will convince her for now. Now to meet the boys. After locking my door I started on my way.
I was in such a happy mood. Today I will be over with this mission, continue with life, and never worry about demons and spirit world ever again. Yes I have decided to stay human. It was all in a dream. Actually it was like a nightmare. All my friends died and it was the hardest thing for me. I had to bring them to heaven and never see them again. But now that won't happen. I can't wait to get through with this.
I was just so happy. I practically started skipping down the street, until I turned a corner and bumped into someone. The result was me on my bum sitting on the ground because of the impact and the other person still standing with an out stretched hand for assistance. I garbed it and the person pulled me up.
"T-Thank you!" I thanked the person without looking at them while dusting my self off. I felt very embarrassed and could not look straight at the person. I started walking away when the person said something.
"Your welcome." I stopped right there. I turned around so quickly. I knew that voice. There he was standing there. His beautiful emerald eyes staring at me and with a smile plastered on his face. It was Kurama of course and if I can add he looks very hot today. Hot? Ahem I mean nice. Yes he looks very nice.
"Hello Kurama I thought we were to meet at the park." I said quickly. I was blushing from staring at him.
"I was going there now." I made an oval shape with my mouth as I said "oh". A thought brightened up in my mind as I regained my composure from under his gaze.
"Kurama do you mind if I walk with you?" I gave a little sad look. Of course he said yes and I jumped for joy, well not in front of him but it was what I really wanted to do at that moment. We started walking together like we did last night. This time we were not as silent and it was not as cold.
As we walked a few girls stared at us. What were their problems? I guess they never saw me and Kurama actually "hang out" They all, think we are still enemies, but little do they know I have a little crush on him now. Or they could just be staring because they are jealous.
As we walked I randomly had remembered something. It's Kurama's birthday today.
"Happy Birthday Kurama!" I said excitedly since I was the first person to say it and he grinned happily. "Thanks, but it's not that great."
"Why do you say that?" I could not help but ask. He was in a serious mood and answered me. "This morning I had roots of silver in my hair if you have not noticed yet." He turned and showed me. I gasped at the sight.
"Does that mean your transformation is a slow process?" He nodded at me.
"That's not the only thing. I could have sworn when I was inspecting the silver strands in my hair in my mirror that my eyes were changing from green to gold and then back to green."
I was very interested in his description. We stopped walking and I stared straight into his eyes. It was green now, but who knows when it will change. Who knows when he will change! We went back to walking and I got slightly curious and could not help but ask him another question.
"Kurama are you scared?" He grinned mischievously at me. "Botan did you know that curiosity killed the cat?" I gulped. What was that suppose to mean. I looked at him. "Kurama I am just worried." I covered my mouth quickly, but it was too late. He didn't look at me, but his expression showed that he was happy at that news. I can't believe I said that though.
"To be honest Botan I am a bit nervous." I smiled slightly. I want him to be confident and ready. He was the type to take on any situation. "If it helps any Kurama, I will be there with you."
Then he whispered something as we continued to walk at a slow pace. He told me that there is something for me in the old clubhouse of his. I looked up at him confused. What does he mean?
"We will get it before we leave if that's okay with you." I was confused but I didn't ask any more questions.
We finally got to the park. Hiei was sitting there on a tree branch. He was throwing rocks at people who walked by. I giggled to myself as I watched his immature acts.
"Hiei here we are." I shouted out to him while waving my arm for him to spot us from across the street. He jumped down and waited for us to go to him. "Hey Hiei were you waiting long?"
"Hn, you two take to long." I guess that is a yes. "Now to get ready to go I have to call Koenma to inform him that we are coming soon."
I dug into my pocket and pulled out the communication device. I popped it open and pushed a button. A screen came on with Koenma in his toddler form. Kurama and Hiei were staring at it and were listening carefully. The toddler on the screen probably confused them.
"Koenma they are ready to go to the spirit world." I said as I look at the screen.
"Good good, well hurry up then."
"Um.... How do I bring them?"
Kurama and Hiei sweet dropped and Koenma coughed and looked at me seriously.
"I will just open a portal and you will just have to walk them to the castle." I tapped my chin in thought. There were people around us. How were we going to go through a portal with people around?
Before I could ask Koenma spoke again. "Botan just go somewhere private and then call me again. Gosh do I have to think of everything." I shut the communication device and huffed. That prince could be such a royal pain.
"Well guys we have to go somewhere private so let's go." Kurama walked up to me and pointed out that his old clubhouse was the best place. I grinned. Everything was going nicely now.
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When we got to the clubhouse we opened the door. It was small inside. The door creaked an eerie sound as we shut it. It looked big when we were younger but it was about 6 ft in height so our heads did not bump the wooden ceiling and only enough room for about 4 people. The whole place was dusty and old looking. There was a spider web at the far corner of the clubhouse. Lucky for me there was no spider. I just can't stand them. On the wooden table there was a small item. Kurama singled for me to grab it and so I went over to it.
I picked it up curiously and turned back to him. "Go ahead Botan look at it." I opened the warping, and inside was a perfectly kept bouquet of pink and red roses. I gasped. I was so shocked. "Kurama are these..."
"Yes they are for you." I could not figure it out. Two questions that simply confused me more than anything right at that instant. How were the roses still so beautiful and full of life? And why did he give them to me?
I looked at Hiei and he just shrugged. Then a letter fell out onto the ground. I placed the roses on the table and kneeled down and picked up the letter. Kurama was watching my every move. An amuse look on his face at my confusion. On the letter was my name in shinny purple glitter. I opened it up and started to read it to myself.
"Dear Botan,
I know I have been a real jerk. I have been so wrong. I should have treated you better. Last year in 6th grade, I was stupid. I should never have started that prank war. I should have apologized. I wish we could start all over from the beginning. I am so sorry. I hope you forgive me and we can become good friends.
You are the first person that brought the true meaning to the word beautiful to me. I present you with roses and I hope you consider us being friends or even more than friends. I can't help but feel so sad when I see you with your friends and you look angry with me every time I look at you. I never can hear your voice unless we are arguing. I don't want to argue no more. This is silly, but I think I have a crush on you. Actually it really isn't silly. Any guy might fall head over heels in love with you. You are so pretty, nice, and a good person and so much more. The person who ends up with you is someone lucky.
Love always Kurama."
My heart was doing flips. My hands were shaking a little while holding the note. I wanted to cry. Not cry from pain or hurt, but to cry because I was so happy. This note is so old. I wonder if he still feels that way. I should have gone to his clubhouse when Keiko gave me that note telling me to a long time ago. I thought it was a prank though.
A tear escaped my eye and slid down my cheek. I was still smiling and I folded the letter placing it neatly in the bouquet. Kurama frowned at seeing me cry.
"Kurama.. Thanks." I threw my arms up around his neck. He was surprised and looked at me. I took his hand in mine and rested my head on his chest. Then picked my head back up and looked meaningfully at him when he spoke to me. "I guess you like it." He said and I giggled.
"Kurama I don't like it. I love it." He smiled at my response and put his arms around my waist and embraced me. "I am glad that you love it. I truly am sorry." I giggled again. "Kurama I forgave you already. So stop being nice and hug me." He hugged me tighter and Hiei coughed in the background. We separated slowly and blushed a bit.
"Are we going yet?" Hiei asked me sounding a bit annoyed and some disappointment in his voice. "Did you notice Kurama's ears yet?" He spoke again a little less angry.
I looked at Kurama and on the top of his head was two white dog like ears that replaced his human ears. I went up to them and rubbed one. Feeling how soft it was. I yanked my hand back when I heard a sound escape from Kurama's mouth. I looked at him and laughed. He had purred. I did it again and he purred again. I stop playing around when Hiei coughed again. "Opps sorry they are just so cute. I could not resist."
Kurama blushed a dark shade of red. "Call that guy Koenma again."
"Sure thing." I got the device out of my pocket and flipped it open.
"Koenma send a portal at my current location."
"Okay Botan let me just see where you are."
I started to tap my feet feeling impatient. Does it take that long just to see where I am? "Koenma?" I said softly. Then he came back on.
"All set the portal will materialize within 2 minutes, all you have to do is walk through it and you will be here in spirit world. After that, walk to my castle and get to my office at once. I will wait for your arrival."
The line shut off and I closed the lid to the device. Only 2 minutes. I took a deep breath and looked at the guys. Kurama had been changing rapidly now. His hair was almost covered with sliver and he had dog-ears. Hiei was still the same but I think he is hiding something under that bandana he is wearing.
"Are you guys ready?" They both nodded. They look ready and relaxed. I think I am more nervous than the both of them. They are the ones going to go through with this. This could be painful or maybe something bad will happen. Your mind getting erased is not an every day thing. When Koenma spoke to me about them having their minds erased he did not say much about it. He was hiding something and I know he was. I could see the hint of sadness on his express when he told me about the news.
I wrapped my gift back up and placed it back on the table so when I return I can bring it home. I closed my eyes and then opened them again. I hope this works out. As I turned around a portal materialized. It was black and glowing very brightly.
"Lets go!" I said in a reassuring voice as we all three stepped through. We stepped out of the portal, but we were not on earth anymore. We were on top of a floating city in the sky. I was use to being here but Kurama and Hiei were curious and were looking around and eyeing everything, taking in there surroundings.
"Follow me please." I was now in my spirit form. I must have transformed when going through the portal. I materialized my oar in my right hand. They were both watching me confused; I just smiled and looked at their clueless expressions. I hopped onto the oar with ease and sat on it hovering about 6 feet off the ground with my hands on my lap.
Kurama saw me before in my spirit form and on the oar, but seeing a ghost/spirit is something no one can get use to I guess. Hiei was really shocked. He pointed at me. "How the hell can you do that?" I laughed. "I am a spirit right now. Like what I told you guys about before. Lets just go. You won't remember anything anyways so why explain."
I floated near the ground slowly for them to follow me to the castle. We were only 5 minutes away.
"I would give you guys a ride, but seeing how it will be my last time on this oar, I want to enjoy it alone." I said teasing them. "I would rather walk anyways." Hiei said. I grinned. "Don't worry guys, we are almost there." I flew up a little higher and from where I was I saw the gigantic castle.
"Its straight ahead." I rushed in front of them, with a high speed as I approached the castle doors. Hiei ran to catch up and he was fast. Kurama ran but not as quickly, but made it there faster than any normal human would. From high in the sky I started to go lower near the ground and leaped off the oar in an impressive jump and landed on my feet. My oar disappeared in thin air and I stood at the giant double doors waiting for Hiei and Kurama. Not even 5 seconds later Hiei came and then Kurama.
Standing at the doors made me feel like I was the owner of the castle inviting two friends over. They both were ready, I could tell. I pushed the doorbell and Konema's voice came on a speaker. "You can bring them in Botan." With that said the doors slowly opened and we walked in with me in the front.
"This way." I indicated them to follow me as if I was a tour guide.
As we made our way to Koenma's office I felt the burden of remembering if something bad may happen. Each step I took forward was caution. At some point I would plunge into anxiety. I just hope all goes well.
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Sorry Jay was not in here for those who really liked jay. Yes he was so funny. I enjoyed writing his character for one chapter. He will no longer be in this fic unless at the last chapter when I say what happened to all the characters in the end.
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