Chapter 38
Back to the Pack
"In you go" Yusuke said as he piled another suitcase into a pickup. It was now filled with other suitcases and other travel bags. "Koenma said the plane's ready" Botan said as she put away her cell phone.
The plane was going to take them to Colorado. Riku's mother would be giving birth soon so naturally Riku wanted to be there. The others decided to tag along. They had spent the day packing their things for a two-week stay at Riku's village.
"Let's head out" Yusuke said as he got into the drivers seat of the pickup. Kuwabara got in with him. The others piled into a van that Riku would be driving. Hiei would be running along side since they didn't want him to ride with Nami. He had no problem with that.
They started up their rides and headed for the airport. Everything went peacefully until Hiei started to tap on the window Nami sat next to. It took all her will power not to jump out of the car and clobber the fire demon. She merely glared at him but he kept tapping on the window. Riku was getting annoyed so he opened his window. "Hiei, cut that out!!!" he yelled. Hiei glared at him but stopped pestering Nami, for now.
They arrived at the airport and headed for the same plane that brought the group back to Japan after Riku and Yukina's little adventure.
"Lets hope Hiei and Nami don't cause the thing to crash" Yusuke whispered to Kurama. "Don't worry, I have that covered" he whispered back. Hiei and Nami were both glaring at each other. "Alright, our stuff's loaded up" Riku said.
They all went in and took their seats. The plane started up and soon they were on their way to America. "We should get there in seven hours" Botan said as she snuggled closer to Kurama. "I'm hungry" Kuwabara whined. "There should be a fridge in the back" Yusuke said. Kuwabara bolted to the back. "Hey, there's only one scoop of sweet snow left" Kuwabara said from the back. Hiei and Nami both went on alert. "I thought I told those ogres to restock on the sweet snow" Botan groaned.
Kuwabara came walking back in with the sweet snow in a cone. He was about to start eating it when Hiei grabbed his arm. "Don't you dare eat my sweet snow" he threatened. "Correction, my sweet snow" Nami said. "No, it's mine" Hiei growled. "Hands off fire boy" she growled back. "This scoop's mine" Kuwabara said before chugging it down in only three bites. "Tasty" he said as he licked his fingers.
Hiei and Nami were both seething. "You idiot!!!" Hiei roared before attacking. Nami followed suit. "Looks like your healing powers will be needed" Kurama said to Yukina. After they were done with Kuwabara, Hiei and Nami turned their attention to each other. "I would have gotten it if you hadn't stopped me" Hiei growled. "It wasn't yours to begin with" Nami growled back. "You want to make something of it?" he said. "Your on" she said. She then jumped him and started to strangle him.
"I'll handle this" Kurama said. He reached into his pocket and pulled out a large seed with holes along the side. He threw it at the two fighters. It landed right next to them. A green gas shot out from the holes. It surrounded Hiei and Nami.
"I'm going to…to…to" Nami slumped down on Hiei. They were both sound asleep. "What was that?" Yusuke asked. "That seed can shout out sleeping gas" Kurama replied. "Don't they look cute" Keiko said. Nami was now snuggled on top of Hiei who had slipped his arms around her waist. Her head rested on his chest. "You realize they'll kill us when they wake up" Yusuke said as he munched on some chips. "Not if we run away before that happens" Botan said.
Yukina sighed and snuggled into Riku. She felt him shaking. She looked at his face. Riku looked terrified at the moment. "Riku, are you all right?" she said. "It's probably a bit late to tell you but I am terrified of plane rides" he said. "What?!" everyone, except Hiei and Nami, said. "I hate plane rides" Riku repeated. "But, you fly all the time when you wind morph" Keiko said. "One, I'm in control when I do that and two, this is a machine. How do we know it won't crash into the sea" he said. "Calm down Riku" Yusuke said. "Don't worry Riku, this plane is perfectly safe" Yukina said as she looped their arms together. He calmed down a bit but still looked nervous.
"I haven't seen you this nervous since the time before you fought Muraku" Botan said. "Please, don't remind us of him" Keiko said. "I bet he's burning in hell right about now" said Riku.
In Japan
"For the last time, we're not stopping" Muraku growled. "Yes we are" Kairi replied. "No we're not" "Yes we are" "No we're not" *snap*. Muraku kissed the dirt. "Now be a good wolf and start a fire" she said. Muraku growled and fired a blast that set half the forest on fire. *snap, snap, snap, snap, snap, snap, snap, snap, snap, snap* A hole in the shape of Muraku's body was left on the ground. "Now put out the fire or I'll snap you till my fingers fall off" Kairi growled. "Bitch" Muraku mumbled as he stood up. He set about putting out the fire. "Good boy, now start a real fire" she said. Is this what hell's like Muraku asked himself.
Back on the plane
"Uh guys" Botan said. They all looked at her. "Take a look at where Hiei's hand is" she said. They all looked over to the sleeping demons. Hiei's right hand had slipped down from Nami's waist to her but. "If Nami wakes up now, he's dead for sure" Riku said. "How long should they stay like this?" Yukina asked. "Six hours" Kurama replied.
Hiei and Nami both rolled so that Hiei was on top. Nami's arms slide around his neck. The others struggled not to laugh. "I wonder what they're dreaming about" Keiko said. "It might not be appropriate for us to see" Riku said. One of Nami's legs snaked its way around Hiei's. The others stated to giggle. "I wish I had my camera" Yusuke chuckled. "It's so adorable" Botan said.
"SSHHH" Riku said. "What is it?" Kurama whispered. "They're talking in their sleep" Riku replied. Everyone went silent and soon heard what they were saying. "Don't touch that Hiei" Nami mumbled. "Slow down Nami" Hiei mumbled. "Oh my" Yukina said. "I think we should stop listening" Keiko said. The two rolled over again and Nami was back on top. Everyone burst out laughing. "Oh my god!" Kuwabara said as he regained consciousness and saw Hiei and Nami. Nami smirked and snuggled closer to Hiei. "What are the shrimps doing?" he said. "It's a long story" Kurama replied.
A few hours later
"What happened?" Nami mumbled as she slowly woke up. She sat up but didn't realize she was straddling Hiei's hips. "My head" Hiei said as his eyes opened. He sat up and came face to face with Nami. They stared at each other for a few minutes before jumping back. They were both blushing madly.
Yusuke and Kuwabara burst out laughing. "You should have seen the look on your faces" Yusuke laughed. "I thought you two were about to kiss" Botan giggled. Hiei and Nami glared at everyone, which shut them up.
"Attention passengers, we will be arriving soon. Please fasten your seatbelts" the captain said. Everyone strapped in. A few minutes later the plane made a smooth landing. The second the door opened, Riku bolted out. The others walked out and saw him kissing the ground. "I'm alive" he said. Everyone sweatdropped.
"Ah, there you are" A voice said. They all looked to the side and saw Murakai leaning against a helicopter. "Who's he?" Yusuke asked. "That's Murakai, Riku and Rogato's best friend" Yukina said. "I see you're still afraid of planes" Murakai teased. "Shut up" Riku replied. "It's good to see you again" Yukina said as the others walked up. "Heard you and Riku finally hit it off" he said. Riku slipped an arm around her waist. "And I see you brought company" he added. "Murakai, this is Yusuke, Kuwabara, Kurama, Botan, Keiko, Hiei, and Nami" Riku said pointing to each of them. "What are you doing here" Yukina asked. "Well since there are no roads to our village I've been sent to bring you there by helicopter" he replied. Everyone piled into the helicopter. They sat Hiei and Nami at opposite ends.
After two hours of flying the copter landed in Riku's village. Riku was the first one out and immediately was greeted by his sister. "It's been so long" Maya said as she threw her arms around his neck. "It's only been a few months" Riku replied as he returned the hug. "Hey there bro" Rogato said as he and Riku high fived each other. "Been behaving since I left" Riku said. "You know me" Rogato replied. Maya had a group hug with Yukina, Botan, and Keiko. "So you and my brother are an item now" Maya said. Yukina nodded. "And who might she be" Rogato asked as he stared at Nami. "This is Nami and trust me, don't make her angry" Riku said. Nami sent a glare at Rogato, which made him look away.
"Let's head for the house. The other pack members should take care of your stuff" Maya said. Everyone followed her. They soon arrived at Riku's house. "Well look who's back" Kovu said from the door. "Glad to be back" Riku said as he hugged his dad. "It that Riku's dad?" Yusuke asked. Yukina nodded. "Where's mom?" Riku asked. "Right here" Hitomi said as she walked out the door. Her stomach looked like it was about to burst. "I see Kai's been growing" Riku said as he hugged his mothers. "Only a few days left" Hitomi said as she broke the hug. "I see you've brought company" Kovu said as he looked at the others. "Well come on inside" Hitomi said as Kovu helped her back in.
Everyone took their sets in the living room and the introductions started. A knock could be heard at the door. "I'll get it" Yukina said as she hurried to the door. She opened it and gasped when she saw Lila standing there. "Lila!" she said before hugging her. "It's good to see you to Yukina" Lila replied. Yukina then noticed how much bigger Lila's stomach was. "I guess Maya wasn't kidding when she said you were pregnant" Yukina said. "I can thank Rogato for this bundle of joy" Lila said. "Come on in" Yukina said. She helped Lila into the living room. She was introduced to the gang.
Murakai arrived. "Your stuff is in waiting outside" he said. "Ya mind showing us around?" Yusuke said. "Sure, no problem" Murakai replied. Yusuke, Kuwabara, Keiko, Botan, Hiei, Nami all followed him out. Riku and Yukina stayed seated.
"So when's the pup due? "Riku asked. "Four weeks" Rogato replied as he slid an arm around Lila's shoulder. "Wait, you two are back together?" Yukina asked. "Oh we're more than just back together" Rogato replied. He moved his hair to reveal a bite mark where his neck and shoulder met. Lila followed suit. "So you two are mates now" Riku said. "Yep and we even have our own place" Rogato replied. "When did you two get back together?" Yukina asked. "It's a long story" Lila replied.
Flashback
It had been three days since Rogato and Maya returned from Japan. "What should I do?" Lila said. "You should tell him" Murakai replied. "I know but what if he doesn't want the pup?" she said. "Then I'll take care of you but I doubt Rogato will be angry or anything. Knowing him, he'll probably be jumping for joy when he finds out" he said.
"Yea but what about us?" Lila asked. "I know you still love him. You and Rogato were made for each other. Besides I think I should be with Maya. And Rogato has a right" said Murakai. "Your right. Rogato has a right to know about his pup" Lila said. "That's right" he said. "Thanks Murakai. You're a great friend" Lila said sweetly. She kissed his cheek and went off to find Rogato.
She found him training outside the village. "Rogato" she said nervously. Rogato stopped training and landed in front of her. "What is it Lila?" he said. "You remember when you and me, you know" she said. "Yea, you want to do it again" he asked slyly. "I being serious" she said glaring. "What is it then" he said. "Well you see I…I…I'm…I'm pregnant" she said. Rogato froze. "W-what?" he asked. "I'm pregnant…with your pup" she replied.
"I'm gonna be a dad" he mumbled in astonishment. Lila nodded. "Alright!!!" he said happily. He pulled Lila into a tight hug. "Your not mad?" she said. "Why would I be mad? This is a dream come true" he said. "You mean you want the pup?" "Of coarse" he replied. She smiled and hugged him back.
"Why didn't you tell me sooner?" he asked. "I thought you wouldn't want a pup so soon. That's why I broke up with you" she said. "Lila, you should know me better than that" he said. "I know, I'm sorry" she said. "Don't be. I'll stay by your side the whole way. I want to spend the rest of my life with you" he said. "Do you want me as your mate?" she asked. "More than anything. So will you?" he said. "Oh Rogato, yes. Yes I'll be your mate" she said happily. Rogato smiled at her before dipping his head down and catching her lips. She slid her arms around his neck and pulled him closer. They broke it and stood staring at each other. "I love you Lila" he said as he stared into her eyes. "I love you to Rogato" she replied. He scooped her up in his arms and started running away from the village. "Where are you taking me?' Lila asked. "There's a hot spring in this direction. I figure we should claim each other there" he replied.
They soon arrived at the hot spring. He set her down. "We have all night to ourselves" he said as he slid his arms around her waist. Lila smiled and kissed him. They both let instinct take over.
End Flashback
"And that's when we marked each other" Lila said. "That was beautiful" Yukina said as she whipped a tear from her eye. "You two did it in a hot spring?" Riku said. "Yea, what's wrong with that?" Rogato replied. "Nothing" Riku said. "Oh I bet you were thinking of doing the same with Yukina" Lila teased. Riku and Yukina blushed.
With the others
"You're a stubborn jerk" Nami growled. "Well you're a pain in the ass" Hiei growled back. "Fire midget" "Devil bitch" Hiei said. The insults went on. "Do they do this often?" Murakai asked. "As often as Riku and Yukina make out" Botan said. "I take it that's often" Mokudo said as he put finishing touches on an arrow.
Hiei and Nami had gotten into another fight. No one was sure what started it. Kuwabara and Yusuke were busy staring at the girls in Riku's village. Botan and Keiko stared at Murakai the whole time. Maya glared at them for staring at her boyfriend. Kurama was currently running from a group of his new fan club.
"Shrimp girl" Hiei said. "That's it. You and me out side the village now!!!" Nami roared. "Fine, it'll be a chance to get back at you for our first fight" Hiei growled. They both stomped outside the village. "You know, I think they like each other" said Murakai.
"Let's head back to the house" Yusuke said. Everyone else nodded. "Help me!!!" Kurama cried as he ran toward the group. He hid behind Botan. "All right ladies that's enough" Maya said. They all obeyed her since she was the alpha male's daughter.
"Why am I cursed with such good looks" Kurama said. "It's not a curse, it's a gift" Botan said before giving him a peck on the nose. He smiled at her. "Where's Hiei and Nami?" he asked. "Off fighting somewhere" Botan said. "And no one stopped them?" he asked. "Would you?" Kuwabara said. Kurama decided to leave it there.
When they arrived they found Rogato and Lila sitting on the couch. "Where are Riku and Yukina?" Keiko asked. "In Riku's room" Rogato replied. Everyone blushed. "Well we need her to help settle in" Kovu said from the kitchen entrance. Everyone listened to him. "You boys get Rogato's old room and the girls will bunk with Maya" he said. This caused the girls to cheer.
"I'll get Yukina" Maya said as she headed for Riku's room. She heard moaning coming from the other end but knew they were just making out. She wind morphed and flew under Riku's door. She found them on Riku's bed. Yukina was on top. "Ahem" Maya said. They stopped and looked at her, well glared in Riku's case. "We need Yukina's help" she said. "Now?" Riku asked. "Don't worry. I'll be back" Yukina said as she got off him. She followed Maya out.
"You've certainly gotten wilder since I last saw you" Maya teased. "I just can't help myself" Yukina replied. "Don't worry, it's just demon instincts" Maya said. They joined the other girls in Maya's room.
In the living room, Nami came walking in with a smirk on her face and Hiei came in cursing. "I guess Nami won" Kurama said. "You know it" Nami said. "She kicked below the belt" Hiei grumbled. "I need a bath" Nami said. "Bathrooms down the hall" Lila said. Nami thanked her and headed for the bathroom.
Rogato came back in clutching his finger. "What happened?" Kuwabara asked. "Little slip of a knife. I gotta wash this" Rogato said. He headed for the bathroom (Uh oh). "Rogato don't go in there" Yusuke said. To late, Rogato had opened the door. Nami had just pulled off her underwear so he saw her completely naked. He stood paralyzed for a few seconds. When he saw the look in her eyes he ran out the house. Nami followed him with a towel around her body. Along the way she had retrieved one of her scimitars. "He's a dead wolf" Kurama said. Hiei was a little angry that Rogato had seen Nami naked. Wait, am I jealous cause he saw Nami naked first? He asked himself.
Meanwhile, the other pack members looked at the house and saw Rogato running for his life and a girl wrapped in a towel and holding a scimitar chasing him. She was catching up to him. "Didn't anyone tell you to knock?!" she said angrily. "You should have locked the door" Rogato replied. She was about to catch him when he wind morphed. "Come back here and face me like a man!!!" she yelled. Rogato reappeared on top of a house. "I would, but I'm a wolf not a man" he said. He wind morphed. Nami growled and stomped back to the house.
She walked into the bathroom and let her towel fall. She turned around and saw Hiei sitting in the bathtub. She froze. "Come to give me some entertainment?" Hiei asked. Nami growled. "OUT NOW!!!" she screamed. "You snooze you loose" he replied. She roared and attacked him. They started fighting in the tub and completely forgot they were naked.
Riku went to see what all the noise was about. He opened the door, looked in, and slammed it shut. "What is it? "Yusuke asked. "Dude, they're fighting but naked in the bathtub" he said. Everyone backed away from the door. "Do they realize that yet?" Botan asked. "I think they're to angry" Riku said.
Back in the tub, Hiei had Nami pinned against the wall. "Let go" she growled. She froze when she felt something against her hip. Hiei also felt it. They looked down and realized that state of undress they were in. Hiei jumped out of the tub and covered himself with a towel. Nami hid herself under the bubbles. (Did I mention she was taking a bubble bath) "PERVERT" she yelled. "You're the one who jumped me!!!" he growled back. "OUT, out, out, out!!!" she yelled. Hiei walked out.
The others saw the door open. Hiei walked out covered in bubbles and wearing nothing but a towel. "Out of my way" he growled. They all made space for him to walk by. He went into the room the boys shared.
Later that night
"I can't believe fire shrimp did that to me" Nami growled as she combed her hair. Botan whispered something into her ear. "Yes he is" Nami said. "HA, pay up Keiko" Botan said triumphantly. Keiko pouted and handed her a fifty. "What was that about?" Yukina asked. Keiko whispered into her ear. "You two made a bet on my brother's…" Keiko clamped her hand over Yukina's mouth. "I think we should go to sleep" she said. "I've never felt so violated" Nami said as she lay down. "I bet you enjoyed it" Botan teased. "Tu" Nami replied.
"Your one lucky basterd Hiei" Yusuke said. "Yea seeing Nami naked and all" Kuwabara added. "I might have if I wasn't naked either" Hiei growled. "Calm yourself Hiei. All you need is some sleep" Kurama said. "Hn" Hiei said as he pulled the covers over himself.
"What a day. And we still have two weeks left. I hope my village will still be standing" Riku said as he fell asleep.
Interesting trip. And it's only the first day. I decided to add a few Hiei/Nami moments. My brother came up with the bathtub idea. It's getting tougher and tougher to keep this fic PG-13. Next chapter, Kuwabara develops a new crush. Review please.
