Lizzie:I won't keep you guys in much suspense this time.
Disclaimer:Own next to nada.
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With Hiei Kurama and Koenma..........((Author's POV))
"Kuwabara?"Hiei thought about it.It did fit.The wound on Lizzie's shulder could easily have been created by a Spirit Sword.The needle outisde the door could have contained cyanide.But wouldn't Hiei have sensed if it were a supposed friend?"This doesn't add up......I despise to admitt it but Kuwabara is an ally.He thought they were both beautiful.Why would he kill them?"Hiei looked at Kurama,who was equally puzzled.
Kurama turned the needle over and over,half expecting it to tell him that Kuwabara hadn't done it.But what was the evidence of his defense?They evidence to convict him,but none to defend him."Maybe he was being controlled or something.Kuwabara would never hurt Lena or Lizzie."He looked up expecting agreement,but none came.Hiei had become an emotionless shell and Koenma couldn't take sides for fear it came to his court.Kurama looked at the ground.None of this added up.None of it.How could Kuwabara hurt them?First off it was against his code.Second,Hiei would have sensed Kuwabara and would not have wanted to attack.Third Kuwabara liked them.He had called them hot in their first meeting.
Koenma sighed."Well,maybe we should find Kuwabara and confront him.He doesn't lie so he could tell us.I bet he was framed or something."Kurama nodded and turned to Hiei,who was looking at something in his hands.Hiei suddenly pulled a disappearing act and was gone."Maybe he went ahead to find Kuwabara.I don't think so,but maybe he did."He looked at Kurama."Let's change those bandages then we can find Kuwabara."The kitsune nodded and he took of his shirt to change them.Koenma sat next to him and helped so it would get done faster.For some reason,even though he had been healed by Yukina and Kuronue,his wounds were still bleeding."Maybe it's some kind of poison."Koenma said after being interrigated by Kurama.They finished rebandaging his wounds and Kurama pulled his shirt back on
Kurama ran out to the den and saw Hiei was there,along with Kuwabara.Kuwabara was crying softly but pretending he wasn't and Hiei was glaring at him and muttering curses.He said each curse approxamitely 7 times.Kuwabara looked over at Lizzie's body,then to the hand he uses for his Spirit Sword,then to Kurama."Do you think I did it?"Kurama felt a smile tug at his lips.He shook his head and sat on the couch a decent pit from the body."I don't really remember doing it.Shiziru says I don't sleep walk,but I coulda been controlled.I really am sorry if it was me and my sword......But,if I gave you Eikichi,could I be forgiven?"
Koenma laughed."Don't be a dimwitt!They don't want Eikichi.Only you do."Koenma took off into the winter wonderland.Hiei sat down next to Lizzie's body and yawned.He was tired and was scared.He just wanted Lizzie with him.Kurama put a comforting hand on Hiei's and smiled at him.Hiei leaned over and fell asleep in Kurama's lap.Kurama laughed at him and smiled.He still missed Lena,but Hiei falling asleep in his lap made him laugh.Kuwabara sat next to the couch.
"I really am sorry,Kurama.I didn't want to do it."He sighed and looked at his feet.
Kurama sighed."It's not your fault,Kuwabara.It may not have even been you.It could have been Botan for all that we know.Hiei was just angry at you because evidence points to you.You could have been framed.I know something that helps defend you though.Hiei didn't sense you,for if he had he wouldn't have woken up.He would have slept through it until he sensed you attack."He smiled gently."You have done nothing.Besides the fact I highly doubt if you even know what cyanide is."
Kuwabara laughed."You're right there.I don't.All I know is that it's some kind of chemical or something."He looked at Lizzie's body."Does Lena look as bad as her?"Kurama shook his head.
"She just had a cyanide injection.Fast and painless.Unlike Lizzie here,who probably suffered much pain."Both looked at Lizzie's body.She was now bleeding water.They thought the same thing and inquired it at the same time."What if we went to Spirit World?"Their eye brightened and they woke Hiei,who did not take their idea with the enthusiasm((sp?)) they thought he would.
"So what if we go to Spirit World?They're still spirits!We won't be able to touch them!"The other 2 guys looked at Hiei,grinning."What?Why are you grinning?"Kurama looked to Kuwabara and laughed.Hiei wanted to touch Lizzie.It was something that made them laugh."What?!"
Kuwabara grinned."You want to touch Lizzie?"Hiei nodded,not realizing how awkward that sounded."So,you want to feel her?"Hiei nodded again."Do you want to feel her up?"Hiei looked away,blushing."You do!"Hiei didn't move."Well,how about we go on ahead to Spirit World?"Hiei nodded and they all stood to leave.All of them headed out to go to Spirit World.
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Spirit World..........
Botan was waiting right outside the portal for the 3 guys.Yusuke was also there.Hiei ran into Botan,not knowing that she was there.She tripped back a little bit,but Hiei fell down on his butt.Botan hurriedly helped him up and smiled."Yusuke guessed you guys would come here to see them again.You can.Come with me."She flashed a peace sign and smile,then ran off to Koenma's palace.They got there surprisingly fast.They found Lizzie and Lena curled up together under a blanket in the library,watching Koenma,in his younger from,yell at Jorge for some bizarre reason.None of the 4 noticed the others come in.
Koenma threw a book at Jorge."What do you mean you won't ask my dad?!"
Jorge winced and drew back in fear.He answered in a 'would-be-calm' voice."Well,he is your dad,Koenma Sir......."
Another book was thrown at him."If I ask him,he'll say 'no' before I can finish the question or state my reason!!"
Jorge nodded then replied."Well,if you just ask him to hear you out and say it's for someone else,not you,then maybe he'll listen."
Lizzie laughed."Koenma!We can ask your father for you."Lena looked at her like she was crazy."Okay,I'll ask King Yama!"She rolled her eyes and pulled the blanket off of Lena."But that means I get the blanket!"
Koenma,Jorge,and Lena laughed at her.Koenma sat down on a pile of books."No,no.Lizzie.I will ask him.He is my father,after all.But if I can't get him to listen,then it will be your job to ask him."Lizzie nodded."I don't want you to have to see my dad angry."Hiei finally made them known by going over to Lizzie."Hiei?What.....Oh!Everyone's here!"
Lizzie stood up and ran over to Hiei.Hiei took her in his arms and held her close.He kissed her head softly and slipped a black rose behind her ear.Everyone stared at them and awwed.Lizzie blushed and kissed Hiei's cheek.Hiei picked her up,went over to the window,sat down,and place Lizzie in his lap.
Lena stood and went over to Kurama.They embraced each other like they would never let go.Kurama gave her a soft kiss and laid his head on hers.Everyone smiled at them and awwed again.Kurama blushed and took Lena's hand in his own.Both smiled.Koenma looked at the 2 couples in pity.
Yusuke and Kuwabara went to talk with Koenma.Yusuke spoke."At least they're together.But what're they gonna do when Christmas Day comes?What are they gonna do everyday?They can't come here all the time!It would be too hard.It would take to much energy and it would only make tham feel worse."Koenma nodded and looked over at Hiei and Lizzie.
"But,it is Hiei's first time to love,as well as Lizzie's.I couldn't take that away from them.That's why we have to ask Dad is I can revive them.It would be tricky though."Koenma watched as Hiei ran a hand down Lizzie's side,feeling every curve of her body.Lizzie laughed and put her arms around Hiei's neck,purring into his ear.Hiei laughed and ran his hand down her side again.
Yusuke watched as Lena whispered in Kurama's ear.She,too started purring into Kurama's ear.Kurama smiled and put his hands on Lena's waist.Lena bit onto Kurama's earlobe and hummed softly.Kurama blushed and kissed Lena's hand gently.Both smiled.Lena let go of Kurama's ear and moved her face in front of his.He leaned his head down and kissed Lena sweetly and softly.
Lizzie looked over at the library door in fear.She heard something no one else did.Everyone watched her carefully,Hiei pulling her closer.They then all heard it.It was a loud thundering sound.The library doors flew open and King Yama stromed in."WHAT ARE THESE HUMANS DOING HERE?!?!WHY ARE THEY INTERACTING WITH THE DEAD?!?!"He shouted at Koenma.Koenma and Jorge both drew back in fear and hugged onto each other.King Yama looked at Lizzie."Oh,hello,Lalaine."Lizzie cringed and looked at the ground.King Yama then looked at Lena."Hello,Selena."Lena cringed as well."Even though,the 2 of you are the dead,I am afraid I cannot give you any slack."
Koenma looked at Lizzie and Lena,then to his father."Well,Dad......Maybe we could fix the problem.What if you let them come back to life?"King Yama looked at his son in outrage."Nevermind,Dad......."King Yama pulled Hiei,Kurama,and Kuwabara out of the library tossed the portal.He let Yusuke stay since he had died not long ago,but then returned to life and worked for him and his son.Koenma sighed."I'm sorry.I thought it would work.He has to give in at some point.I won't let him stop us!"
Lizzie yawned and leaned her head onto Jorge,who was sitting next to her now."It's okay.He obviously had us marked to die."Botan shook her head."What,Botan?"
"Neither of you were marked to die.Someone is trying to mess up the system.They tried to kill Kurama,did kill you and Lena.....It doesn't make any sense......"She looked at Lizzie."So,your name is Lalaine?"Yusuke looked at Lizzie and grinned.
Lizzie looked away."Yes,my name is Lalaine.My full name is Lalaine Elizabeth Nikarro.I go by Lizzie most of the time."She grinned."And Lena's full name is Selena Rose Okutomo."Lena cringed again."We both hate our names.
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About a week later on earth............
Hiei was sitting in the garden in a patch of roses,bathed in moonlight.He wanted to go back to Lizzie but knew King Yama wouldn't allow him.It was the day before Christmas Eve.He had learned all about the little plants hanging up randomly in people's houses.
In Genkai's house,they all had to be very careful.Genkai had hung up mistletoe in every single door way,even to bathrooms,closets,and the pantry.She had hung up 3 peices of mistletoe on the basement door.She had heard that her sister and sister's friend were dead,but she didn't seem worried by it.A few days ago they had all decorated Genkai's house with tinsle,garlands,flowers,a Christmas tree,ornaments,and anything else you could think of.They also discovered a Menorah and Genkai began lighting it and saying the prayers every night in honor of Lizzie.Lizzie was half Jewish and half Christian,so in December she got twice the presents.She never liked them though,she never was one to receive presents.She always gave her friends presents,though.
Hiei yawned and stood up.He was ready for this thing called 'Christmas' to pass.However,he liked going to Genkai's every night now to say the prayers by the light of the Menorah.It was something that intrigued him.More than likely,because Lizzie did it before she died.Hiei shook off his thoughts about Hannukah and went in Genkai's temple.They had all been meeting there every day.Hiei went into the den and saw that everyone else was there.He felt something.A spirit presence that made Hiei's right arm tingle.The Dragon of the Darkness Flame was reacting to the spirit presence.Hiei ignored it and sat down in the open window.
Everyone watched Hiei,waiting for him to notice the additions to the room.Hiei's eyes wandered over to 2 closed caskets ornately decorated with rose bouquets.He sighed and let a slow tear fall from his eye,catching the gem before it hit the ground.The door bell rang and Yusuke went to get it.He opened the door and found two figures.Both of them were dressed in hooded cloaks.One was wearing blue-green and the other was wearing a white-coloured one.
Yusuke stared at them for a minute,for he couldn't see either of their faces."Uhhh.....Who are you guys?And why can't I see your faces?"He looked at the one in white,who was also the taller one.
"I am Sadira."((Suh-dear-uh))Sadira's voice was soft and high.Sadira tapped the other on the shoulder.
"I am......"This one looked over Yusuke's shoulder and into the room."Rose.....?"Yusuke looked at this one uncertainly.All he had really heard was rose and he barely heard that.Sadira jabbed her in the side."I am Rose.We are here to mourn the loss of our cousins,Lena and Lizzie."She said this stupidly.
Yusuke looked at Rose uncertainly.She had a familiar voice.It was soft,delicate,and peaceful."Oh.Come on in."He moved aside and let them in.Sadira went over to Kurama and stood next to him.Rose went over to the open door way.Keiko came into the den,holding scissors.Yusuke laughed."Time for a hair cut,Kurama!"
Every one,other than Sadira and Rose looked over at Kurama and smiled.Kurama rolled his eyes and let Keiko cut his hair to a style similar to Yusuke's,but not gelled.Rose watched with interest.Hiei looked at the red locks littering the floor and frowned.He had always liked Kurama's long hair.Rose looked at Sadira then set her face on Hiei.Hiei looked at Rose and motioned her forward,toward him.Rose did so and sat on the window sill next to him.Hiei reached up and put a hand on her hood,trying to pull it down.Rose reached her hand up and grabbed his wrist.
They all stared at her hand,they had expected to see skin.They merely saw a black leather glove.Rose shook her head,saying she didn't want her face to be seen.Hiei didn't move his hand."Please,let me see the face of a fellow mourner."Rose put her hand in her lap and let Hiei pull her hood down.She had hazel-coloured eyes,reddish-black hair,dark tan skin,and a beauty mark on the center of her left cheek.She smiled gently at Hiei and put a hand on his cheek."You are familiar......."He put his hand on top of Rose's.Kurama looked at her and his eyes were wide and shiny.
Kurama then stood and turned to Sadira,placing a hand on top of her hood."May we see your face as well?"Sadira knocked Kurama's hand away and went outside.Rose went after her and closed the door.Kurama stared after Rose.Keiko looked at him and frowned.
"Why are you staring at that girl?It's really rude."She crossed her arms."You don't need to treat a guest that way!"
Kurama looked at Keiko and blushed."I think I may.....Really like her."He smiled and went over to a corner and stared out the window at the 2 girls."I like her.I really do."He sighed.Hiei slung his legs out of the window and gestured Kurama to follow.They went out onto the porch where Sadira and Rose were,but neither of the girls had seen them."What are we doing,Hiei?"Hiei silenced him and pointed to Sadira,who was lowering her hood.
Rose sighed."How are we supposed to do this?I suck at keeping secrets.I just want to tell one person.And the way Hiei and Kurama looked when we came in......"She looked at Sadira."I can't even recognize you....."She smiled gently.Sadira turned and became visible to Hiei and Kurama.She had medium coloured skin,icy blue eyes,and blonde hair.Rose looked at the ground."I am going to ruin this aren't I?The secret is going to get out because I can't disguise myself,my voice,or disguise the truth."She rested her head in her hands.
Sadira put a comforting hand on her shoulder."You are not going to mess this up.Your diguise is awesome.None of them will recognize you,as for your voice,use the voice you had when we were younger.You know the one.It was kind of dry,because you never really used it before we met.But all the same,it was caring and you never said a harsh word except to those who threatened your friends."She smiled and looked at the moon."I just wish we could tell them.We are allowed to tell only 1 person.We must tell the same person and they can't tell anyone.And it can't be Hiei or Kurama!"She let out a small noise of frustation.
Both girls yawned.Rose spoke slowly."We have 2 days left after this,right?"Sadira nodded."Let's go inside.I think that maybe we should pretend to get to know the others,which we really need to do."Both girls smiled but Rose suddenly frowned."Oh no!We won't be able to do your Christmas tradition!"Sadira stared at her in a 'not-comprehending' way.Rose sighed."You know!Kissing our boyfriends!And this is the first year I've ever had a boyfriend."She pouted her pink lips.
Sadira smiled."Hey,come on!We can do it on New Year's!We might even get 'special' kisses!"She winked as Rose rolled her eyes."We would have to get them incrediblly drunk,first."Both of them laughed aloud at the thought of drunken kissing.Rose clasped a hand over her mouth and pulled her hood up.Sadira followed her example,hesitantly.Rose pointed directly at Hiei and Kurama.The 2 girls ran inside and slammed the door behind them.
Hiei looked at Kurama."We are going to be trouble,aren't we?"Kurama nodded and the 2 of them raced in after the girls.They found Rose with her cloak wrapped tightly around her and Sadira in a dark corner.Both sighed and apologized to the 2 girls.Hiei finished the apology."We merely wanted to learn more about you,even see both of your faces.We did.We truly are sorry for frightening you."Kurama nodded.
Rose stood up and went over to them,lowering her hood.Sadira watched with intrigue from her corner,not caring the her hood was falling off.When Rose's hood was completely off,and she was standing directly in front of the 2 boys,Kurama stretched a hand out to her."My name is Kurama.It is a pleasure to meet you."Rose took his and and shook it."By your appearance,I am guessing you are related to Lena?"Rose shook her head.
"I am related to Lizzie.I am her cousin."She bowed slightly.When she stood,she realized Hiei was over with Sadira.She tried to go over to them,but Kurama held her back."Yes,Kurama?Did you need something?"He took her hand in his and pulled her close.
"I love you,Rose.I really do."He leaned down and kissed her,not letting go.Rose stared at him,trying to pull away.Kurama pulled her closer and put a hand on her neck.Keiko and Yukina awwed,Kuwabara and Yusuke snickered,and Hiei stared at Sadira,who was staring with wide eyes.Kurama forced her mouth open and let his tongue enter her mouth.He finally broke away from Rose and stared into her eyes.He brushed some hair behind her ear and smiled."I am sorry.I did not mean to kiss you.It was what my heart felt."He let his lips fall onto her head.Rose broke away and looked at Sadira.
Hiei went over to Sadira and touched her shoulder.Sadira looked at him and awaited for him to state his remark or ask his question."Sadira,I think I may be in love with you."He kissed her cheek and blushed when he drew back.Rose watched a moment then laughed.Sadira blushed and looked at the ground,pulling her hood up over her head tightly.Rose pulled her hood up as well and they both went into the kitchen to find Genkai.
When they had,the 3 sat down at the kitchen table,each with a steaming cup of tea.Genkai looked over at Sadira."What did you come in here for?It is not that I really care."
Rose answered."We are embarrassed.Hiei said he loved Sadira.Kurama said he loved me.He also kissed me."She lowered her hood to reveal her candy apple-coloured cheeks.Genkai looked at her laughed."Please!It is really embarrassing!We have boyfriends!If they found out......And I don't even know Kurama well.Besides I don't think him cute or anything."She muttered something that Genkai couldn't quite hear.
Genkai looked at Sadira."So Hiei loves you,eh?Did he kiss you?"Sadira nodded."It seems Hiei has gotten over his heartache for Lizzie sooner than expected.As well as Kurama's heartache for Lena.But why have I never heard of you 2 before?I am Lena and Lizzie's gaurdian."She looked at them suspiciously.Sadira lowered her hood and exchanged a glance with Rose.
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In the other room..............
Hiei sat on the window sill again,staring at the roses.His heart still ached for Lizzie,but he also had a love for Sadira.He knew that Kurama was feeling the same way,except with Lena and Rose.Hiei yawned and laid his head on his knees.How was he supposed to deal with this?It was so awkward,loving 2 people at the same time.He looked out the window and saw the stone laying where they were going to bury Lena.One a few feet closer to the window was where Lizzie was to be buried.His eyes filled with tears that he wiped away on his hand.Then he remembered something.Lizzie had mentioned Master Medamuro.He had heard the name before.
"Hiei?"He looked up and saw Yukina sitting next to him."Are you alright?"He nodded and stared at her in wonder.
"Do you know what your mother looks like?"Yukina nodded."Would you describe her to me?"Yukina seemed a bit startled by the question,but nodded all the same.
She closed her eyes to get a mental picture of her."Her hair is like mine,her eyes are reddish brown......I basically am a mirror image of her,except she is much more beautiful.Or,she was......She died about 2 years ago.When I began looking for my brother."She opened her eyes and looked at Hiei,who know had his eyes closed."Are you trying to imagine my mother?"Hiei nodded and Yukina let out a soft laugh.
Hiei could picture her now,one of the last faces he had seen before he was thrown off the cliff.His mother was crying out,her tear gems a pure snow white,hitting the ground and blending perfectly with the winter wonderland.Another maiden took him from his mother's arms,took him to the cliff's edge,and handed him one of his sister's tear gems.Hiei opened his eyes and saw Rose crying softly in the kitchen.For some reason he felt her pain.The Dragon was becoming restless because a high spirit energy.
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Lizzie:I am so sorry for making all my chapters end suddenly.
Lena:Yes they do!
Kurama:You 2 are supposed to be dead!Why not let Rose take your places?*heart eyes*
Hiei:Yeah,and Sadira!*also heart eyes*
Lizzie and Lena:Oh!So yo guys like Sadira and Rose better than us?Well!*look angry enough to kill*
Koenma:Uh-oh....YUSUKE!GET THE POPCORN!!!This is gonna be a show!Anyway,reply,please!
Kuwabara:Hey,did anyone else notcie that Rose has the same amount of letters as Lena?
Yusuke:*holding popcorn*Hey yeah!And Sadira has the same amount as Lizzie!
Koenma:BRING THE POPCORN!!!!
Disclaimer:Own next to nada.
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With Hiei Kurama and Koenma..........((Author's POV))
"Kuwabara?"Hiei thought about it.It did fit.The wound on Lizzie's shulder could easily have been created by a Spirit Sword.The needle outisde the door could have contained cyanide.But wouldn't Hiei have sensed if it were a supposed friend?"This doesn't add up......I despise to admitt it but Kuwabara is an ally.He thought they were both beautiful.Why would he kill them?"Hiei looked at Kurama,who was equally puzzled.
Kurama turned the needle over and over,half expecting it to tell him that Kuwabara hadn't done it.But what was the evidence of his defense?They evidence to convict him,but none to defend him."Maybe he was being controlled or something.Kuwabara would never hurt Lena or Lizzie."He looked up expecting agreement,but none came.Hiei had become an emotionless shell and Koenma couldn't take sides for fear it came to his court.Kurama looked at the ground.None of this added up.None of it.How could Kuwabara hurt them?First off it was against his code.Second,Hiei would have sensed Kuwabara and would not have wanted to attack.Third Kuwabara liked them.He had called them hot in their first meeting.
Koenma sighed."Well,maybe we should find Kuwabara and confront him.He doesn't lie so he could tell us.I bet he was framed or something."Kurama nodded and turned to Hiei,who was looking at something in his hands.Hiei suddenly pulled a disappearing act and was gone."Maybe he went ahead to find Kuwabara.I don't think so,but maybe he did."He looked at Kurama."Let's change those bandages then we can find Kuwabara."The kitsune nodded and he took of his shirt to change them.Koenma sat next to him and helped so it would get done faster.For some reason,even though he had been healed by Yukina and Kuronue,his wounds were still bleeding."Maybe it's some kind of poison."Koenma said after being interrigated by Kurama.They finished rebandaging his wounds and Kurama pulled his shirt back on
Kurama ran out to the den and saw Hiei was there,along with Kuwabara.Kuwabara was crying softly but pretending he wasn't and Hiei was glaring at him and muttering curses.He said each curse approxamitely 7 times.Kuwabara looked over at Lizzie's body,then to the hand he uses for his Spirit Sword,then to Kurama."Do you think I did it?"Kurama felt a smile tug at his lips.He shook his head and sat on the couch a decent pit from the body."I don't really remember doing it.Shiziru says I don't sleep walk,but I coulda been controlled.I really am sorry if it was me and my sword......But,if I gave you Eikichi,could I be forgiven?"
Koenma laughed."Don't be a dimwitt!They don't want Eikichi.Only you do."Koenma took off into the winter wonderland.Hiei sat down next to Lizzie's body and yawned.He was tired and was scared.He just wanted Lizzie with him.Kurama put a comforting hand on Hiei's and smiled at him.Hiei leaned over and fell asleep in Kurama's lap.Kurama laughed at him and smiled.He still missed Lena,but Hiei falling asleep in his lap made him laugh.Kuwabara sat next to the couch.
"I really am sorry,Kurama.I didn't want to do it."He sighed and looked at his feet.
Kurama sighed."It's not your fault,Kuwabara.It may not have even been you.It could have been Botan for all that we know.Hiei was just angry at you because evidence points to you.You could have been framed.I know something that helps defend you though.Hiei didn't sense you,for if he had he wouldn't have woken up.He would have slept through it until he sensed you attack."He smiled gently."You have done nothing.Besides the fact I highly doubt if you even know what cyanide is."
Kuwabara laughed."You're right there.I don't.All I know is that it's some kind of chemical or something."He looked at Lizzie's body."Does Lena look as bad as her?"Kurama shook his head.
"She just had a cyanide injection.Fast and painless.Unlike Lizzie here,who probably suffered much pain."Both looked at Lizzie's body.She was now bleeding water.They thought the same thing and inquired it at the same time."What if we went to Spirit World?"Their eye brightened and they woke Hiei,who did not take their idea with the enthusiasm((sp?)) they thought he would.
"So what if we go to Spirit World?They're still spirits!We won't be able to touch them!"The other 2 guys looked at Hiei,grinning."What?Why are you grinning?"Kurama looked to Kuwabara and laughed.Hiei wanted to touch Lizzie.It was something that made them laugh."What?!"
Kuwabara grinned."You want to touch Lizzie?"Hiei nodded,not realizing how awkward that sounded."So,you want to feel her?"Hiei nodded again."Do you want to feel her up?"Hiei looked away,blushing."You do!"Hiei didn't move."Well,how about we go on ahead to Spirit World?"Hiei nodded and they all stood to leave.All of them headed out to go to Spirit World.
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Spirit World..........
Botan was waiting right outside the portal for the 3 guys.Yusuke was also there.Hiei ran into Botan,not knowing that she was there.She tripped back a little bit,but Hiei fell down on his butt.Botan hurriedly helped him up and smiled."Yusuke guessed you guys would come here to see them again.You can.Come with me."She flashed a peace sign and smile,then ran off to Koenma's palace.They got there surprisingly fast.They found Lizzie and Lena curled up together under a blanket in the library,watching Koenma,in his younger from,yell at Jorge for some bizarre reason.None of the 4 noticed the others come in.
Koenma threw a book at Jorge."What do you mean you won't ask my dad?!"
Jorge winced and drew back in fear.He answered in a 'would-be-calm' voice."Well,he is your dad,Koenma Sir......."
Another book was thrown at him."If I ask him,he'll say 'no' before I can finish the question or state my reason!!"
Jorge nodded then replied."Well,if you just ask him to hear you out and say it's for someone else,not you,then maybe he'll listen."
Lizzie laughed."Koenma!We can ask your father for you."Lena looked at her like she was crazy."Okay,I'll ask King Yama!"She rolled her eyes and pulled the blanket off of Lena."But that means I get the blanket!"
Koenma,Jorge,and Lena laughed at her.Koenma sat down on a pile of books."No,no.Lizzie.I will ask him.He is my father,after all.But if I can't get him to listen,then it will be your job to ask him."Lizzie nodded."I don't want you to have to see my dad angry."Hiei finally made them known by going over to Lizzie."Hiei?What.....Oh!Everyone's here!"
Lizzie stood up and ran over to Hiei.Hiei took her in his arms and held her close.He kissed her head softly and slipped a black rose behind her ear.Everyone stared at them and awwed.Lizzie blushed and kissed Hiei's cheek.Hiei picked her up,went over to the window,sat down,and place Lizzie in his lap.
Lena stood and went over to Kurama.They embraced each other like they would never let go.Kurama gave her a soft kiss and laid his head on hers.Everyone smiled at them and awwed again.Kurama blushed and took Lena's hand in his own.Both smiled.Koenma looked at the 2 couples in pity.
Yusuke and Kuwabara went to talk with Koenma.Yusuke spoke."At least they're together.But what're they gonna do when Christmas Day comes?What are they gonna do everyday?They can't come here all the time!It would be too hard.It would take to much energy and it would only make tham feel worse."Koenma nodded and looked over at Hiei and Lizzie.
"But,it is Hiei's first time to love,as well as Lizzie's.I couldn't take that away from them.That's why we have to ask Dad is I can revive them.It would be tricky though."Koenma watched as Hiei ran a hand down Lizzie's side,feeling every curve of her body.Lizzie laughed and put her arms around Hiei's neck,purring into his ear.Hiei laughed and ran his hand down her side again.
Yusuke watched as Lena whispered in Kurama's ear.She,too started purring into Kurama's ear.Kurama smiled and put his hands on Lena's waist.Lena bit onto Kurama's earlobe and hummed softly.Kurama blushed and kissed Lena's hand gently.Both smiled.Lena let go of Kurama's ear and moved her face in front of his.He leaned his head down and kissed Lena sweetly and softly.
Lizzie looked over at the library door in fear.She heard something no one else did.Everyone watched her carefully,Hiei pulling her closer.They then all heard it.It was a loud thundering sound.The library doors flew open and King Yama stromed in."WHAT ARE THESE HUMANS DOING HERE?!?!WHY ARE THEY INTERACTING WITH THE DEAD?!?!"He shouted at Koenma.Koenma and Jorge both drew back in fear and hugged onto each other.King Yama looked at Lizzie."Oh,hello,Lalaine."Lizzie cringed and looked at the ground.King Yama then looked at Lena."Hello,Selena."Lena cringed as well."Even though,the 2 of you are the dead,I am afraid I cannot give you any slack."
Koenma looked at Lizzie and Lena,then to his father."Well,Dad......Maybe we could fix the problem.What if you let them come back to life?"King Yama looked at his son in outrage."Nevermind,Dad......."King Yama pulled Hiei,Kurama,and Kuwabara out of the library tossed the portal.He let Yusuke stay since he had died not long ago,but then returned to life and worked for him and his son.Koenma sighed."I'm sorry.I thought it would work.He has to give in at some point.I won't let him stop us!"
Lizzie yawned and leaned her head onto Jorge,who was sitting next to her now."It's okay.He obviously had us marked to die."Botan shook her head."What,Botan?"
"Neither of you were marked to die.Someone is trying to mess up the system.They tried to kill Kurama,did kill you and Lena.....It doesn't make any sense......"She looked at Lizzie."So,your name is Lalaine?"Yusuke looked at Lizzie and grinned.
Lizzie looked away."Yes,my name is Lalaine.My full name is Lalaine Elizabeth Nikarro.I go by Lizzie most of the time."She grinned."And Lena's full name is Selena Rose Okutomo."Lena cringed again."We both hate our names.
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About a week later on earth............
Hiei was sitting in the garden in a patch of roses,bathed in moonlight.He wanted to go back to Lizzie but knew King Yama wouldn't allow him.It was the day before Christmas Eve.He had learned all about the little plants hanging up randomly in people's houses.
In Genkai's house,they all had to be very careful.Genkai had hung up mistletoe in every single door way,even to bathrooms,closets,and the pantry.She had hung up 3 peices of mistletoe on the basement door.She had heard that her sister and sister's friend were dead,but she didn't seem worried by it.A few days ago they had all decorated Genkai's house with tinsle,garlands,flowers,a Christmas tree,ornaments,and anything else you could think of.They also discovered a Menorah and Genkai began lighting it and saying the prayers every night in honor of Lizzie.Lizzie was half Jewish and half Christian,so in December she got twice the presents.She never liked them though,she never was one to receive presents.She always gave her friends presents,though.
Hiei yawned and stood up.He was ready for this thing called 'Christmas' to pass.However,he liked going to Genkai's every night now to say the prayers by the light of the Menorah.It was something that intrigued him.More than likely,because Lizzie did it before she died.Hiei shook off his thoughts about Hannukah and went in Genkai's temple.They had all been meeting there every day.Hiei went into the den and saw that everyone else was there.He felt something.A spirit presence that made Hiei's right arm tingle.The Dragon of the Darkness Flame was reacting to the spirit presence.Hiei ignored it and sat down in the open window.
Everyone watched Hiei,waiting for him to notice the additions to the room.Hiei's eyes wandered over to 2 closed caskets ornately decorated with rose bouquets.He sighed and let a slow tear fall from his eye,catching the gem before it hit the ground.The door bell rang and Yusuke went to get it.He opened the door and found two figures.Both of them were dressed in hooded cloaks.One was wearing blue-green and the other was wearing a white-coloured one.
Yusuke stared at them for a minute,for he couldn't see either of their faces."Uhhh.....Who are you guys?And why can't I see your faces?"He looked at the one in white,who was also the taller one.
"I am Sadira."((Suh-dear-uh))Sadira's voice was soft and high.Sadira tapped the other on the shoulder.
"I am......"This one looked over Yusuke's shoulder and into the room."Rose.....?"Yusuke looked at this one uncertainly.All he had really heard was rose and he barely heard that.Sadira jabbed her in the side."I am Rose.We are here to mourn the loss of our cousins,Lena and Lizzie."She said this stupidly.
Yusuke looked at Rose uncertainly.She had a familiar voice.It was soft,delicate,and peaceful."Oh.Come on in."He moved aside and let them in.Sadira went over to Kurama and stood next to him.Rose went over to the open door way.Keiko came into the den,holding scissors.Yusuke laughed."Time for a hair cut,Kurama!"
Every one,other than Sadira and Rose looked over at Kurama and smiled.Kurama rolled his eyes and let Keiko cut his hair to a style similar to Yusuke's,but not gelled.Rose watched with interest.Hiei looked at the red locks littering the floor and frowned.He had always liked Kurama's long hair.Rose looked at Sadira then set her face on Hiei.Hiei looked at Rose and motioned her forward,toward him.Rose did so and sat on the window sill next to him.Hiei reached up and put a hand on her hood,trying to pull it down.Rose reached her hand up and grabbed his wrist.
They all stared at her hand,they had expected to see skin.They merely saw a black leather glove.Rose shook her head,saying she didn't want her face to be seen.Hiei didn't move his hand."Please,let me see the face of a fellow mourner."Rose put her hand in her lap and let Hiei pull her hood down.She had hazel-coloured eyes,reddish-black hair,dark tan skin,and a beauty mark on the center of her left cheek.She smiled gently at Hiei and put a hand on his cheek."You are familiar......."He put his hand on top of Rose's.Kurama looked at her and his eyes were wide and shiny.
Kurama then stood and turned to Sadira,placing a hand on top of her hood."May we see your face as well?"Sadira knocked Kurama's hand away and went outside.Rose went after her and closed the door.Kurama stared after Rose.Keiko looked at him and frowned.
"Why are you staring at that girl?It's really rude."She crossed her arms."You don't need to treat a guest that way!"
Kurama looked at Keiko and blushed."I think I may.....Really like her."He smiled and went over to a corner and stared out the window at the 2 girls."I like her.I really do."He sighed.Hiei slung his legs out of the window and gestured Kurama to follow.They went out onto the porch where Sadira and Rose were,but neither of the girls had seen them."What are we doing,Hiei?"Hiei silenced him and pointed to Sadira,who was lowering her hood.
Rose sighed."How are we supposed to do this?I suck at keeping secrets.I just want to tell one person.And the way Hiei and Kurama looked when we came in......"She looked at Sadira."I can't even recognize you....."She smiled gently.Sadira turned and became visible to Hiei and Kurama.She had medium coloured skin,icy blue eyes,and blonde hair.Rose looked at the ground."I am going to ruin this aren't I?The secret is going to get out because I can't disguise myself,my voice,or disguise the truth."She rested her head in her hands.
Sadira put a comforting hand on her shoulder."You are not going to mess this up.Your diguise is awesome.None of them will recognize you,as for your voice,use the voice you had when we were younger.You know the one.It was kind of dry,because you never really used it before we met.But all the same,it was caring and you never said a harsh word except to those who threatened your friends."She smiled and looked at the moon."I just wish we could tell them.We are allowed to tell only 1 person.We must tell the same person and they can't tell anyone.And it can't be Hiei or Kurama!"She let out a small noise of frustation.
Both girls yawned.Rose spoke slowly."We have 2 days left after this,right?"Sadira nodded."Let's go inside.I think that maybe we should pretend to get to know the others,which we really need to do."Both girls smiled but Rose suddenly frowned."Oh no!We won't be able to do your Christmas tradition!"Sadira stared at her in a 'not-comprehending' way.Rose sighed."You know!Kissing our boyfriends!And this is the first year I've ever had a boyfriend."She pouted her pink lips.
Sadira smiled."Hey,come on!We can do it on New Year's!We might even get 'special' kisses!"She winked as Rose rolled her eyes."We would have to get them incrediblly drunk,first."Both of them laughed aloud at the thought of drunken kissing.Rose clasped a hand over her mouth and pulled her hood up.Sadira followed her example,hesitantly.Rose pointed directly at Hiei and Kurama.The 2 girls ran inside and slammed the door behind them.
Hiei looked at Kurama."We are going to be trouble,aren't we?"Kurama nodded and the 2 of them raced in after the girls.They found Rose with her cloak wrapped tightly around her and Sadira in a dark corner.Both sighed and apologized to the 2 girls.Hiei finished the apology."We merely wanted to learn more about you,even see both of your faces.We did.We truly are sorry for frightening you."Kurama nodded.
Rose stood up and went over to them,lowering her hood.Sadira watched with intrigue from her corner,not caring the her hood was falling off.When Rose's hood was completely off,and she was standing directly in front of the 2 boys,Kurama stretched a hand out to her."My name is Kurama.It is a pleasure to meet you."Rose took his and and shook it."By your appearance,I am guessing you are related to Lena?"Rose shook her head.
"I am related to Lizzie.I am her cousin."She bowed slightly.When she stood,she realized Hiei was over with Sadira.She tried to go over to them,but Kurama held her back."Yes,Kurama?Did you need something?"He took her hand in his and pulled her close.
"I love you,Rose.I really do."He leaned down and kissed her,not letting go.Rose stared at him,trying to pull away.Kurama pulled her closer and put a hand on her neck.Keiko and Yukina awwed,Kuwabara and Yusuke snickered,and Hiei stared at Sadira,who was staring with wide eyes.Kurama forced her mouth open and let his tongue enter her mouth.He finally broke away from Rose and stared into her eyes.He brushed some hair behind her ear and smiled."I am sorry.I did not mean to kiss you.It was what my heart felt."He let his lips fall onto her head.Rose broke away and looked at Sadira.
Hiei went over to Sadira and touched her shoulder.Sadira looked at him and awaited for him to state his remark or ask his question."Sadira,I think I may be in love with you."He kissed her cheek and blushed when he drew back.Rose watched a moment then laughed.Sadira blushed and looked at the ground,pulling her hood up over her head tightly.Rose pulled her hood up as well and they both went into the kitchen to find Genkai.
When they had,the 3 sat down at the kitchen table,each with a steaming cup of tea.Genkai looked over at Sadira."What did you come in here for?It is not that I really care."
Rose answered."We are embarrassed.Hiei said he loved Sadira.Kurama said he loved me.He also kissed me."She lowered her hood to reveal her candy apple-coloured cheeks.Genkai looked at her laughed."Please!It is really embarrassing!We have boyfriends!If they found out......And I don't even know Kurama well.Besides I don't think him cute or anything."She muttered something that Genkai couldn't quite hear.
Genkai looked at Sadira."So Hiei loves you,eh?Did he kiss you?"Sadira nodded."It seems Hiei has gotten over his heartache for Lizzie sooner than expected.As well as Kurama's heartache for Lena.But why have I never heard of you 2 before?I am Lena and Lizzie's gaurdian."She looked at them suspiciously.Sadira lowered her hood and exchanged a glance with Rose.
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In the other room..............
Hiei sat on the window sill again,staring at the roses.His heart still ached for Lizzie,but he also had a love for Sadira.He knew that Kurama was feeling the same way,except with Lena and Rose.Hiei yawned and laid his head on his knees.How was he supposed to deal with this?It was so awkward,loving 2 people at the same time.He looked out the window and saw the stone laying where they were going to bury Lena.One a few feet closer to the window was where Lizzie was to be buried.His eyes filled with tears that he wiped away on his hand.Then he remembered something.Lizzie had mentioned Master Medamuro.He had heard the name before.
"Hiei?"He looked up and saw Yukina sitting next to him."Are you alright?"He nodded and stared at her in wonder.
"Do you know what your mother looks like?"Yukina nodded."Would you describe her to me?"Yukina seemed a bit startled by the question,but nodded all the same.
She closed her eyes to get a mental picture of her."Her hair is like mine,her eyes are reddish brown......I basically am a mirror image of her,except she is much more beautiful.Or,she was......She died about 2 years ago.When I began looking for my brother."She opened her eyes and looked at Hiei,who know had his eyes closed."Are you trying to imagine my mother?"Hiei nodded and Yukina let out a soft laugh.
Hiei could picture her now,one of the last faces he had seen before he was thrown off the cliff.His mother was crying out,her tear gems a pure snow white,hitting the ground and blending perfectly with the winter wonderland.Another maiden took him from his mother's arms,took him to the cliff's edge,and handed him one of his sister's tear gems.Hiei opened his eyes and saw Rose crying softly in the kitchen.For some reason he felt her pain.The Dragon was becoming restless because a high spirit energy.
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Lizzie:I am so sorry for making all my chapters end suddenly.
Lena:Yes they do!
Kurama:You 2 are supposed to be dead!Why not let Rose take your places?*heart eyes*
Hiei:Yeah,and Sadira!*also heart eyes*
Lizzie and Lena:Oh!So yo guys like Sadira and Rose better than us?Well!*look angry enough to kill*
Koenma:Uh-oh....YUSUKE!GET THE POPCORN!!!This is gonna be a show!Anyway,reply,please!
Kuwabara:Hey,did anyone else notcie that Rose has the same amount of letters as Lena?
Yusuke:*holding popcorn*Hey yeah!And Sadira has the same amount as Lizzie!
Koenma:BRING THE POPCORN!!!!