Chapter 41

Heading Home

"Dude, it's been five hours" Yusuke said. "Who do you think will back down first?" Riku asked. "I think shrimp girl will" Kuwabara said. "I don't know, Hiei seems to be having a few problems" said Kurama. They were watching Hiei and Nami glaring at each other. Their faces were only inches apart.

"Is it just me or is it getting hotter in here?" Riku said das he slipped off his coat. "I think I see sparks in between their eyes" Yusuke said. "I don't know about you guys, but I think I'll go help pack up" Riku said before heading for his room. "I'll help to" Kurama said das he followed Riku. "You coming Kuwabara?" Yusuke asked. "I'm not leaving till one of them backs down" Kuwabara replied. "Kazuma, can you help me with this suitcase?" Crystal said from her room. "Sure" Kuwabara said as he bolted to the half wolf.

Yusuke shook his head and headed for the boy's room. He, Riku, Kurama, Crystal, and Kuwabara were all packing everyone's things for the trip back to Japan. Yukina, Botan, and Keiko were playing with Kai. Even though he was only nine days old, he could already crawl. Hiei and Nami had spent most of the morning having a glaring contest that didn't look like it would end soon.

The girls giggled as they watched Kai chase a ball outside. Every time he would try to grab it he'd only succeed in knocking it away. But being a stubborn wolf demon he kept trying to get. "You almost had it that time" Botan said as they encouraged him. Kai crawled over to it and grab it with both hands. The girls cheered as he started to chew on the ball. "Kai don't put things in your mouth" Yukina said as she picked him up. Kai made some cute baby sounds and snuggled in Yukina's arms. In no time he had fallen asleep. "You'll make a great mother Yukina" Keiko said. "Only she could control any kids of Riku's" Botan whispered to Keiko. They both giggled. "What are you two talking about" Yukina asked as she cradled Kai in her arms. "Nothing" they both said at the same time.

"I think Kai needs a nap so I'll take him to his crib" Yukina said as she walked back into the house. She went to the nursery room and set him down in the crib. Before she could walk away Kai started to reach out to her. Yukina gave in and picked him back up. He giggled as his tail wagged. "Oh there you are" Hitomi said as she entered the room. "I don't think Kai wants me to leave" Yukina said as she rocked Kai in her arms. "He's as irresistible as Riku when he smiles" she said. "It runs in the family" said Hitomi. "What was Riku like when he was a pup?" Yukina asked.

"He was every parents dream. He went to sleep and got hungry at the right times. The minute he could stand he was off. He could run before he could walk. He would go exploring all over the place. I nearly had a heart attack at some off the things he did" she replied. "I bet you all got enough sleep" Yukina said. "We would have if Riku were an only child. Rogato on the other hand was just a devil. While Riku was off exploring the village, Rogato would stay home and knock down anything he could touch. With wolf demon pups there are angles and devils. Riku was the angel and Rogato was the devil" said Hitomi. Yukina giggled. "That sounds like Rogato" she said.

"I think theirs a photo album some where in here" Hitomi said. She started going through draws. "Ah here it is" she said. She pulled out a thick white photo album. She opened it to reveal pictures of a certain wolf as a pup. "I thought Riku couldn't get any cuter" Yukina said as she looked at the pictures of a pup with black hair, golden eyes, and a black tail. "I take it that's Rogato" Yukina said pointing to a picture of a pup covered in flour.

"Hey mom, where are the…" Riku froze at the doorway when he saw what they were looking at. "Oh hello son" Hitomi said. "Mom, your not showing her my baby pictures" he said. Yukina couldn't help but giggle. "I think your girlfriend has a right to see these pictures" Hitomi said. "I especially like this one" Yukina said as she pointed to a picture of a little Riku wearing a blanket as a cape and a pot on his head. "That's when you saw Superman on TV for the first time" Hitomi said. Riku blushed.

"What did you come to ask me?" Hitomi asked. "I think dad knows" Riku said as he left the doorway still blushing. "I think I should help them pack" Yukina said. She handed Kai over to Hitomi and went to help the others.

A few hours later

"Your stuff's in the helicopter " Murakai said. "Alright let's get going" said Yusuke. "There's only one problem" Riku said. "What?" Botan asked. "Them" Riku said pointing to Hiei and Nami who were still glaring at each other. Everyone sweatdropped.

"Hey you two, it's time to go" Yusuke said. No response. Riku and Kurama nodded and snuck behind the two. At the count of three Kurama grabbed Hiei and Riku grabbed Nami. "Let go fox, I was winning" Hiei growled as he struggled to get free. "In your dreams I was winning" Nami growled as she struggled to get out of Riku's arms. "I was" Hiei growled. "No I was" Nami growled back. "No you weren't" "Yes I was" "No you weren't" "Yes I was" Nami growled. Riku and Kurama both held their breath as Kurama threw two of the seeds he used on the plane to the ground. The gas shot out of them and in no time, Hiei and Nami were both sound asleep.

"Let's go" Botan said as cheerful as ever. Riku and Kurama set the two sleeping demons next to each other. Crystal had decided to go with them, much to Kuwabara's delight. The helicopter took off to the nearest airport. They transferred everything to the plane and after piling in, were off to Japan.

Back in Japan

"It's great to be home" Yusuke said as he leapt out of the plane. The others followed. Riku and Kurama carried Hiei and Nami to the waiting vehicles. "Because I used two, they still have four hours left" Kurama said. "They can use my bed" Yukina said as they piled into the van.

When they reached Genkai's temple they saw a large crate. "Hey granny, what's with the crate" Yusuke asked. "I don't know, some UPS guys said it was for Riku" Genkai replied. Riku dropped Hiei and ran to the crate. "Bout time it got here" he said. With a slash of his claws, the crate fell to the ground in pieces. Everyone's eyes widened. Standing where the crate use to be was a brand new costume chopper. The tank and rear fender had an ice blue background with blood red flames. "Jesse did a perfect job" Riku said as he admired his bike. "You mean Jesse James?" Yusuke asked. "Who's he?" Yukina asked. "Only one of the most famous motorcycle makers in the world" Kuwabara said. "He's made bikes for some of the most famous people" Yusuke said. "Why is he named after that outlaw?" Yukina asked. "He's a decedent of the guy" Yusuke said. "This baby cost me eighty grand but it's worth it" Riku said. "Eighty thousand dollars for a bike?" Botan said. "It's a custom bike" Riku replied.

"I'll take Nami to Yukina's room" Kurama said. "I'll take shrimp" Kuwabara said as he lifted Hiei over his shoulder. They headed for Yukina's room and set them down on her bed. "I'm hungry" Kuwabara said as he headed for the kitchen. Kurama shook his head and looked at the two sleeping demons. Nami was getting cold so she rolled over and snuggled into Hiei. Her head rested on his chest. Hiei's body instinctively looped an arm around her shoulder and pulled her closer. "I'm glad I brought this along" Botan said as she pulled a camera from her purse. "They look so happy in each other's arms" she said as she snapped away.

"As soon as they wake up you can move in with me" Yukina said to Crystal. "I think I'll like it here" Crystal replied. "Hey Yukina, care for a ride" Riku said from outside. "Sure" Yukina said as she hurried over to Riku. He handed her a helmet that came with the bike. "Hold on tight" Riku said as he started the engine. Yukina looped her arms around his waist and they were off.

Somewhere in the demon world

"My lord, Riku and his friends have returned to Japan" Dusk said as he bowed before the figure on the thrown. "Good, have we confirmed the girl's identity?" the figure asked. "She is indeed the demon slayer Nami my master" Dusk replied. "Send him in" the figure commanded to two guards. The two bowed and opened two large doors. A man walked in. He wore a white trench coat that was closed. A hat shadowed his face.

"Why have I been summoned here you majesty" the man asked. "I have some news that might interest you" the figured replied. "And what might that be?" the man asked. "It involves an old acquaintance of your, Nami" the figure replied. "You have found her?" the man asked. "Yes, she now resides at the temple of Genkai. I trust you know where that is?" the figure asked. The man nodded. "Thank you your majesty" the man said before turning around and leaving.

"Dusk" the figure said. "Yes you majesty" Dusk asked. "Keep an eye on him. If he fails I want you and your clan to go on standby until further orders" the figure replied. "Understood" Dusk said before disappearing into the shadows.

"Why don't you just send me in pop?" the voice of a teenaged boy asked. He had pale skin, red stripes on his cheeks, long spiky silver hair that went to his waist and was tied in a ponytail, and two bat like wings. Two bull like horns protruded from the sides of his head.  He had red eyes with white pupils. He wore a black leather jacket and black pants. "Patience Demonus, you should know not to play your aces so soon" the figure replied. "I guess I can wait" Demonus said. "Good, why don't you go back to that slut of yours" the figure said. "Amai is no slut" Demonus replied angrily. "Calm yourself, I was only joking" the figure replied. Demonus headed out the door.

"You feeling okay?" a girl asked. Demonus looked behind him and smiled. "Don't worry Amai, just a little stressed out" he said. Amai had waist length blond hair and misty gray eyes. She wore a green vest and a matching skirt. In her hand was a sword with three emeralds on the hilt and sheathed in a red sheath. "He sent Dusk out first again, didn't he?" Amai asked. "I'm his son and second in command but I haven't had any action since the invasion" Demonus said as he sat down. "I'm sure he'll send you. Dusk and his clan aren't the most reliable bunch" she said as she sat next to him. "I guess your right. Let's go terrorize a few towns" Demonus said as he stood up. "Alright, it'll give me a chance to try out some new vines I found" she said. "You kitunes and your plants" he said as he walked away. "Half Kitsune" she said as she caught up to him. "Right I forgot about the cat part" he said. "Stop teasing" she said as she hit him playfully.

"I swear she's making him weak" a deep voice said from across the halls. "A girl will do that to a guy. Not even the prince is immune" another figure said. "Will you stop playing with those cards" the deep voiced one said angrily. "They call me Ace for a reason" the other figure said as he came out of the shadows. Ace wore a black tuxedo, a black cape, and a top hat. His face was concealed by a mask that was red on the right and black on the left. He was five foot eight in height. In his hands was a deck of cards. "I don't know how someone like you is a general" the other figure said as he to left the shadows. He was ten feet tall and covered in samurai armor. His face was concealed by the visor. In his hand was a massive sword with skulls hanging off the bottom of the hilt. "Your to bloodthirsty for your own good Kane" Ace said. Kane snorted and walked off.

"He has to short a temper" Dusk said as he appeared from the shadows. "Shouldn't you be tailing that guy" Ace asked. "I have Azeri tailing him as we speak" Dusk replied. "That half breed?" Ace asked. "She may be a half breed but she's reliable enough. Why do you think I made her part of my clan?" Dusk replied. "She's not even that evil I mean she only joined you so her family can live in your temple" Ace said. "Doesn't matter as long as she does a good job in battle" Dusk replied. "Whatever" Ace said. Dusk disappeared back in the shadows.

In the human world

The man that met with the figure on the throne leapt out of the portal to the demon world. "I have never seen so many fine specimens. Well now that Nami has been found I can finally carry out my plan. Won't she be surprised when she sees me again" he said as he headed in the direction of Genkai's temple. In the shadows a figure followed him. Good he doesn't know I'm tailing him. I won't fail my mission the figure thought.

Who is this man interested in Nami? Who are Demonus, Ace, Dusk, and Kane working for? Find out in later chapters.

Thanks for sending in the ideas for you characters. It was a real help. Though I wasn't expecting so many bad but really good characters. They're more difficult to use than the all bad or all good characters. I'll do my best to use them. Hope you don't mind being part of Dusk's clan but we'll learn more about him in later chapters. Two were introduced in this chapter.

Amai was created by Amai Kaminari.

Azeri was created by Saiouri17

Next chapter, the man in white arrives at Genkai's and we learn about Nami's past. Review please and keep sending in the character ideas. You can do more than one.