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updating as quickly as I can. After I post chapter seven please feel free
to submit any requests you may have for future chapters. I'm always open to
new ideas. The reason I do not want any until after chapter seven is
because I have all my ideas sorted out up until that point. Keep the
reviews coming. I can guarantee your idea will be used if you can guess who
the stranger is who gave Hiei the jewel. In this chapter we'll see how
Hiei's singing is. He. he. he.
Chapter 5: The Easy Life
Hiei tossed and turned all night. He finally managed to summon enough strength to open his eyes. " Hn. nnn.nnn." Hiei grunted as he struggled to wake up. " I think he's coming around." said a familiar voice. " Kurama?" asked Hiei now fully awake. " Yes," Kurama answered " You've been asleep for the last two days." " Two Days?" asked Hiei finally mustering the energy to sit up. Then he noticed his arm. It was bandaged, but it didn't seem to sting. In fact, he could easily flex his fingers. " Yukina's healing abilities have improved much over the last few years." Kurama voiced. " Yukina," Hiei sputtered, " She did this?" " Yes," Kurama said, " And I added an herbal remedy of my own. You' re an extremely fortunate man, Hiei. Any one else would have died trying to challenge the Dragon of the Darkness Flame." " I suppose," Hiei said getting out of bed and grabbing a clean shirt from his closet. " When is the next fight?" " We missed it, I'm afraid." Kurama stated flatly. " What?" Hiei shouted in disbelief. " The others went to the arena this morning to fight while Botan and I stayed here to watch you. We're not going to be disqualified, I assure you." Kurama said, trying to calm his teammates anxiety. " Good," Hiei said relieved. " How is Botan, by the way?" " She's fine," Kurama voiced. " However, she's been worried sick. Perhaps you should go talk to her." " Good idea." Hiei said and with that he left his room. When the door opened, Botan could only guess that it was Kurama. It wasn't until she heard the voice that followed that she was finally certain of the persons identity. " So, are you gonna sit around all day moping, or are you gonna give me a hug." Hiei inquired. " Hiei," Botan squealed. She ran up and threw her arms around the former fire demon. " I was so worried about you." " The worrying is over now," Hiei assured her. " Are you alright?" " As long as you are." Botan replied. " Now isn't that a pretty sight." said an Irish voice from the doorway. It was Jin, along with Touya and Yusuke. They were apparently the first to arrive back from the tournament. What an untimely entrance. " Well, well, well," Yusuke said " isn't that sweet." " Indeed," Touya agreed " the nicest I've ever seen Hiei." " I have to say, Hiei, I didn't think you went for that mushy stuff," Yusuke stated. " But, I guess you and Botan have your own feelings." " You got a problem with that, Detective." Hiei retaliated, glaring at Yusuke. " No." the three of them said in unison. " Good." Hiei stated, " It's no different than you and Keiko or Yukina and that oaf Kuwabara. Except that I don't fawn over Botan the way that idiot does and I don't bite her head off about every little detail." " Hey!" Yusuke protested. The five of them took a seat around the couch and proceeded to go over the events of the morning's fight. " So," Hiei began, " How did it go?" " Just fine." Yusuke replied simply. " It couldn't have gone better." Touya added. " Eh," Jin sighed, " It was a bit boring if you ask me." " As pre-usual, I didn't," snapped Hiei, " But you're probably right. There aren't many people at this tournament that can match our strength or our wits for that matter." " That may be true, Hiei," said Kurama, entering their hotel room. He had just got back from the grocery store. " But don't underestimate the competition." Accompanying Kurama were Kuwabara, Yukina, Keiko, Shizuru, Kuwabara's sister, and. " What's he doing here?" Hiei questioned. " Come on, Hiei," said he, " Is that any way to welcome the beautiful Suzuka?" " What are you here for?" asked Botan. " I'm only here to help." Suzuka answered. " I bring you gifts. Kurama and Kuwabara have theirs. Yusuke yours is the cape of no return. I trust it will prove useful. As for you Hiei, You can have this. It is known as the Dragon's Bane. It's a very powerful sword that can summon any dragon at will. That includes the all powerful Dragon of the Darkness Flame." " Thank you." Hiei replied. " However, I have no intention of calling on the dragon's fury once again." " What?" they all gasped. All except for Kurama. He understood the reasoning behind Hiei's announcement all too well. " I know, Hiei." said Kurama " You nearly lost someone near and dear to you to the dragon. Now, you're heart is troubled. You doubt your ability to control the beast. You don't want the same incident to reoccur, in fear that you won't be able to save the one you love." " Yes." Hiei sighed, as if Kurama had just revealed his every thought. He was about to start crying, now that the truth was out in the open. Keiko took note of this and quickly changed the subject. " I have an idea." She said to distract everyone from Hiei's saddened state of mind. " Who's up for some dinner and then a run by the Karaoke Lounge?" " Sounds like a plan to me, Keiko." Yusuke answered, knowing what her true intentions were. Yusuke knew Keiko like the back of his hand. Often, she was the only one who could ever change his point of view (I'll be darned if anyone can understand that relationship.) The group decided to take Keiko's offer and they all swung into Dave and Busters for food and a couple Martinis. After a nice meal and some well- deserved laughter, they all returned to the hotel to go crazy at the Karaoke Lounge. " So who's going first?" Yusuke asked, smiling evilly all the while. Jin, being the brave and shameless soul that he is volunteered, " I reckon I'll give it a whirl."
Sunshine go away, today I don't feel much like dancin' Some man's gone; he's tried to run my life You don't know what he's askin'
When he tells me I better git in line I can't hear what he's sayin' When I grow up, I'm gonna make it mine These ain't dues I been payin'
Well, much does it cost? I'll buy it. The time is all we've lost. I'll try it. And he can't even run his own life I'll be damned if he'll run mine Sunshine
Sunshine go away, today I don't feel much like dancin' Some man's gone; he's tried to run my life You don't what he's askin'
Workin' starts to make me wonder where, Fruits of what I do are growin' And he says in love and war, all is fair. Well, he's got cards he ain't showin'
Well, how much does it cost? I'll buy it. The time is all we've lost. I'll try it. And he can't even run his own life I'll be damned if he'll run mine Sunshine
Sunshine come on back another day I promise you, I'll be singin' This old world, she's gonna turn around Brand new bells'll be ringin'
Everyone clapped. " Never knew Jin could sing like that." Touya said. " So, who's next?' asked Jin " Go on Hiei," Yusuke prodded. " You know you want to." " I'll pass, detective. Thank you very much." Hiei retaliated. However all it took was a sweet smile from Botan to make Hiei cave in. He walked up to the microphone. (For those of you who don't have a clue whose song this is going to be, the song is a weird parody of "I want it that way" by the Backstreet Boys. The artist who made up this song goes by the name of Weird Al Yankovic. Enjoy.)
Yeah A used. pink bathrobe, A rare. mint snow globe, A Smurf TV tray. I bought on eBay
My house. is filled with. This crap. Shows up in Bubble-wrap. Most every day. What I bought on eBay.
Tell me why (I need another pet rock). Tell me why (I got that Alf alarm clock). Tell me why (I bid on Shatner's old toupee). They had it on eBay.
I'll buy. your knick-knack. Just check. my feedback. "A++!" they all say. They love me on eBay.
Gonna but (a slightly damaged golf bag). Gonna buy (some Beanie Babies, new with tag). (From some guy) I've never met in Norway. Found him on eBay.
I am the type who Is liable to snipe you With two seconds left to go. Whoa Got or Visa Whatever'll please ya As long as I've got the dough I'll buy. your tchotchkies Sell me. your watch please I'll buy (I'll buy, I'll buy, I'll buy.)
I'm highest bidder
(Junk keeps arriving in the mail) (From that worldwide garage sale) (Hey! A Dukes of Hazard ashtray) Oh yeah. (I bought it on eBay)
Wanna buy (a PacMan fever lunchbox) Wanna buy (a case of vintage tube socks) (Wanna buy a Kleenex used by Dr. Dre) (Found it on eBay)
Wanna buy (that Ferrah Fawcett poster) (Pez dispensers and a toaster). (Don't know why. The kind of stuff you throw away) (I'll buy on eBay.) What I bought on eBay.
As Hiei walked off the stage, everyone was rolling with laughter. " Where'd you come up with that one, Hiei?" asked Yusuke. " I didn't like the lyrics on the screen so I decided to wing it." Hiei responded. " Kurama, your turn." Kuwabara voiced. " Alright," Kurama said. " This one is slow so if you want to dance together, feel free." And so the group got into pairs, Yusuke with Keiko Yukina with Kuwabara, Shizuru and Touya and Hiei and Botan. Jin and Suzuka stood at the bar sipping on Margaritas and watching the others. The couples moved to the rhythm of the music as Kurama sang along with the voice of an angel. Cupid, draw back your bow And let your arrow go Straight to my lover's heart For me, for me. Cupid, please hear my cry And let your arrow fly Straight to my lover's heart For me
Now I don't mean to bother you but I'm in distress There's danger of me losing all of my happiness For I love a girl that doesn't know I exist And this you can fix, so.
Cupid, draw back your bow And let your arrow go Straight to my lover's heart For me, nobody but me Cupid, please hear my cry And let your arrow fly Straight to my lover's heart For me
Now Cupid, if your arrow make a love strong for me I promise I will love her until eternity I know between the two of us, her heart we can steal Help me if you will, so.
Cupid, draw back your bow And let your arrow go Straight to my lover's heart For me, nobody but me Cupid, please hear my cry And let your arrow fly Straight to my lover's heart For me
As the song ended, Botan and Hiei were dancing closely together. Botan had her head on Hiei's shoulder. Hiei was enjoying it. At Kurama's final words, the pair's lips met in the most breathtaking kiss of their lives. Hiei had never felt so good in his life. In the back of the lounge where Jin and Suzuka stood, one phrase was uttered from the Irishman's mouth. " It's about time."
How do like them apples? In the next chapter, we finally learn the identity of the mysterious stranger from chapter one. Please review.
Chapter 5: The Easy Life
Hiei tossed and turned all night. He finally managed to summon enough strength to open his eyes. " Hn. nnn.nnn." Hiei grunted as he struggled to wake up. " I think he's coming around." said a familiar voice. " Kurama?" asked Hiei now fully awake. " Yes," Kurama answered " You've been asleep for the last two days." " Two Days?" asked Hiei finally mustering the energy to sit up. Then he noticed his arm. It was bandaged, but it didn't seem to sting. In fact, he could easily flex his fingers. " Yukina's healing abilities have improved much over the last few years." Kurama voiced. " Yukina," Hiei sputtered, " She did this?" " Yes," Kurama said, " And I added an herbal remedy of my own. You' re an extremely fortunate man, Hiei. Any one else would have died trying to challenge the Dragon of the Darkness Flame." " I suppose," Hiei said getting out of bed and grabbing a clean shirt from his closet. " When is the next fight?" " We missed it, I'm afraid." Kurama stated flatly. " What?" Hiei shouted in disbelief. " The others went to the arena this morning to fight while Botan and I stayed here to watch you. We're not going to be disqualified, I assure you." Kurama said, trying to calm his teammates anxiety. " Good," Hiei said relieved. " How is Botan, by the way?" " She's fine," Kurama voiced. " However, she's been worried sick. Perhaps you should go talk to her." " Good idea." Hiei said and with that he left his room. When the door opened, Botan could only guess that it was Kurama. It wasn't until she heard the voice that followed that she was finally certain of the persons identity. " So, are you gonna sit around all day moping, or are you gonna give me a hug." Hiei inquired. " Hiei," Botan squealed. She ran up and threw her arms around the former fire demon. " I was so worried about you." " The worrying is over now," Hiei assured her. " Are you alright?" " As long as you are." Botan replied. " Now isn't that a pretty sight." said an Irish voice from the doorway. It was Jin, along with Touya and Yusuke. They were apparently the first to arrive back from the tournament. What an untimely entrance. " Well, well, well," Yusuke said " isn't that sweet." " Indeed," Touya agreed " the nicest I've ever seen Hiei." " I have to say, Hiei, I didn't think you went for that mushy stuff," Yusuke stated. " But, I guess you and Botan have your own feelings." " You got a problem with that, Detective." Hiei retaliated, glaring at Yusuke. " No." the three of them said in unison. " Good." Hiei stated, " It's no different than you and Keiko or Yukina and that oaf Kuwabara. Except that I don't fawn over Botan the way that idiot does and I don't bite her head off about every little detail." " Hey!" Yusuke protested. The five of them took a seat around the couch and proceeded to go over the events of the morning's fight. " So," Hiei began, " How did it go?" " Just fine." Yusuke replied simply. " It couldn't have gone better." Touya added. " Eh," Jin sighed, " It was a bit boring if you ask me." " As pre-usual, I didn't," snapped Hiei, " But you're probably right. There aren't many people at this tournament that can match our strength or our wits for that matter." " That may be true, Hiei," said Kurama, entering their hotel room. He had just got back from the grocery store. " But don't underestimate the competition." Accompanying Kurama were Kuwabara, Yukina, Keiko, Shizuru, Kuwabara's sister, and. " What's he doing here?" Hiei questioned. " Come on, Hiei," said he, " Is that any way to welcome the beautiful Suzuka?" " What are you here for?" asked Botan. " I'm only here to help." Suzuka answered. " I bring you gifts. Kurama and Kuwabara have theirs. Yusuke yours is the cape of no return. I trust it will prove useful. As for you Hiei, You can have this. It is known as the Dragon's Bane. It's a very powerful sword that can summon any dragon at will. That includes the all powerful Dragon of the Darkness Flame." " Thank you." Hiei replied. " However, I have no intention of calling on the dragon's fury once again." " What?" they all gasped. All except for Kurama. He understood the reasoning behind Hiei's announcement all too well. " I know, Hiei." said Kurama " You nearly lost someone near and dear to you to the dragon. Now, you're heart is troubled. You doubt your ability to control the beast. You don't want the same incident to reoccur, in fear that you won't be able to save the one you love." " Yes." Hiei sighed, as if Kurama had just revealed his every thought. He was about to start crying, now that the truth was out in the open. Keiko took note of this and quickly changed the subject. " I have an idea." She said to distract everyone from Hiei's saddened state of mind. " Who's up for some dinner and then a run by the Karaoke Lounge?" " Sounds like a plan to me, Keiko." Yusuke answered, knowing what her true intentions were. Yusuke knew Keiko like the back of his hand. Often, she was the only one who could ever change his point of view (I'll be darned if anyone can understand that relationship.) The group decided to take Keiko's offer and they all swung into Dave and Busters for food and a couple Martinis. After a nice meal and some well- deserved laughter, they all returned to the hotel to go crazy at the Karaoke Lounge. " So who's going first?" Yusuke asked, smiling evilly all the while. Jin, being the brave and shameless soul that he is volunteered, " I reckon I'll give it a whirl."
Sunshine go away, today I don't feel much like dancin' Some man's gone; he's tried to run my life You don't know what he's askin'
When he tells me I better git in line I can't hear what he's sayin' When I grow up, I'm gonna make it mine These ain't dues I been payin'
Well, much does it cost? I'll buy it. The time is all we've lost. I'll try it. And he can't even run his own life I'll be damned if he'll run mine Sunshine
Sunshine go away, today I don't feel much like dancin' Some man's gone; he's tried to run my life You don't what he's askin'
Workin' starts to make me wonder where, Fruits of what I do are growin' And he says in love and war, all is fair. Well, he's got cards he ain't showin'
Well, how much does it cost? I'll buy it. The time is all we've lost. I'll try it. And he can't even run his own life I'll be damned if he'll run mine Sunshine
Sunshine come on back another day I promise you, I'll be singin' This old world, she's gonna turn around Brand new bells'll be ringin'
Everyone clapped. " Never knew Jin could sing like that." Touya said. " So, who's next?' asked Jin " Go on Hiei," Yusuke prodded. " You know you want to." " I'll pass, detective. Thank you very much." Hiei retaliated. However all it took was a sweet smile from Botan to make Hiei cave in. He walked up to the microphone. (For those of you who don't have a clue whose song this is going to be, the song is a weird parody of "I want it that way" by the Backstreet Boys. The artist who made up this song goes by the name of Weird Al Yankovic. Enjoy.)
Yeah A used. pink bathrobe, A rare. mint snow globe, A Smurf TV tray. I bought on eBay
My house. is filled with. This crap. Shows up in Bubble-wrap. Most every day. What I bought on eBay.
Tell me why (I need another pet rock). Tell me why (I got that Alf alarm clock). Tell me why (I bid on Shatner's old toupee). They had it on eBay.
I'll buy. your knick-knack. Just check. my feedback. "A++!" they all say. They love me on eBay.
Gonna but (a slightly damaged golf bag). Gonna buy (some Beanie Babies, new with tag). (From some guy) I've never met in Norway. Found him on eBay.
I am the type who Is liable to snipe you With two seconds left to go. Whoa Got or Visa Whatever'll please ya As long as I've got the dough I'll buy. your tchotchkies Sell me. your watch please I'll buy (I'll buy, I'll buy, I'll buy.)
I'm highest bidder
(Junk keeps arriving in the mail) (From that worldwide garage sale) (Hey! A Dukes of Hazard ashtray) Oh yeah. (I bought it on eBay)
Wanna buy (a PacMan fever lunchbox) Wanna buy (a case of vintage tube socks) (Wanna buy a Kleenex used by Dr. Dre) (Found it on eBay)
Wanna buy (that Ferrah Fawcett poster) (Pez dispensers and a toaster). (Don't know why. The kind of stuff you throw away) (I'll buy on eBay.) What I bought on eBay.
As Hiei walked off the stage, everyone was rolling with laughter. " Where'd you come up with that one, Hiei?" asked Yusuke. " I didn't like the lyrics on the screen so I decided to wing it." Hiei responded. " Kurama, your turn." Kuwabara voiced. " Alright," Kurama said. " This one is slow so if you want to dance together, feel free." And so the group got into pairs, Yusuke with Keiko Yukina with Kuwabara, Shizuru and Touya and Hiei and Botan. Jin and Suzuka stood at the bar sipping on Margaritas and watching the others. The couples moved to the rhythm of the music as Kurama sang along with the voice of an angel. Cupid, draw back your bow And let your arrow go Straight to my lover's heart For me, for me. Cupid, please hear my cry And let your arrow fly Straight to my lover's heart For me
Now I don't mean to bother you but I'm in distress There's danger of me losing all of my happiness For I love a girl that doesn't know I exist And this you can fix, so.
Cupid, draw back your bow And let your arrow go Straight to my lover's heart For me, nobody but me Cupid, please hear my cry And let your arrow fly Straight to my lover's heart For me
Now Cupid, if your arrow make a love strong for me I promise I will love her until eternity I know between the two of us, her heart we can steal Help me if you will, so.
Cupid, draw back your bow And let your arrow go Straight to my lover's heart For me, nobody but me Cupid, please hear my cry And let your arrow fly Straight to my lover's heart For me
As the song ended, Botan and Hiei were dancing closely together. Botan had her head on Hiei's shoulder. Hiei was enjoying it. At Kurama's final words, the pair's lips met in the most breathtaking kiss of their lives. Hiei had never felt so good in his life. In the back of the lounge where Jin and Suzuka stood, one phrase was uttered from the Irishman's mouth. " It's about time."
How do like them apples? In the next chapter, we finally learn the identity of the mysterious stranger from chapter one. Please review.