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"Kuronue..."

The bat demon smirked and slowly walked towards Kurama.

"Kurama...it's so nice to see you again. You haven't changed much, except that you're in this weak human form. Still so beautiful, so perfect," whispered Kuronue huskily.

Kurama was shocked. Kuronue, his former lover, who supposedly died, was standing here in front of him. It couldn't be real...or could it?

"Kuronue...I-I thought you died," he said hesitantly. Kuronue slid his arms around the fox demon's waist and whispered in his ear.

"Well, I didn't and I thank you for your concern. I killed those worthless enemies. While I was looking for you, I heard that the great Youko Kurama had died. It took me years to find you in this human world, but it was worth it. Now, I have you again Kurama...you are mine."

Kurama shivered at the possessiveness of his tone. Before he could say anything, Kuronue continued.

"Come back with me, come with me to Makai where we can live together again. Remember the great times we had together? We can do that again. Just come with me. You have nothing to lose," insisted Kuronue.

[Flashback]

Youko Kurama and Kuronue streaked through the woods laughing as the guards chased them. They each held a bag of shimmering jewels. Together, they darted through the forest and finally rested in a dark cave. Still laughing, opened their bags to reveal their prizes.

"That was fun. Those stupid guards didn't know what they were up against. Nobody can capture the great Youko Kurama," boasted Youko. Kuronue snorted.

"You couldn't possibly have escaped without my help, fox," responded Kuronue. They laughed happily and fell asleep in each others embrace.

[End flashback]

Kurama sighed at the happy memory of his times as Youko Kurama. True, they had fun, but that was the past. He wasn't sure if he should go back and what about Hiei. He loved the small fire demon too.

"Kuronue, I can't. I have a human mother, and friends, and I have a-a...lover." The last part, Kurama whispered, but Kuronue heard him. His face twisted with rage and he backed away.

"You have a what?! I can't believe you Kurama, but I already suspected it. Who is it? Tell me!" the bat demon ordered angrily. Kurama didn't answer.

Kuronue stepped closer to the fox.

"Tell me Kurama, who would you want more? Me or your present lover?" he breathed. He wrapped his arms around Kurama and pressed his lips to his. Kurama gave in without thinking. They kissed passionately. Kuronue smirked as he ran his fingers through Kurama's hair. I've got you now, fox. Nobody can have you, you're mine...

Finally they parted, panting with pleasure. Kurama's face was flushed and he was smiling.

"Farewell Kurama, my fox. I must leave now. I'll be back tomorrow so wait for me," he said before he vanished.

Kurama looked at the place where Kuronue once was before realizing what he just did and his smile faded. He gently touched his lips and sank down on his bed. Who should he choose? He loved Hiei and he knew Hiei loved him, but what about Kuronue. The bat demon loved him too, didn't he?

He lay on the bed in deep thought and didn't notice the light tap on his window. The tap grew louder and louder. Kurama was snapped out of his thoughts.

"Kuronue?" he muttered. He ignored the taps and Hiei grew more and more impatient outside. Never less, he tapped on the window again, this time more forcefully. Kurama finally looked up and his face showed genuine surprise.

"Hiei!" he cried and he opened the window to let his smaller lover in. Hiei came in, glaring at Kurama.

"Hn, what took you so long, fox?" asked Hiei. Kurama smiled halfheartedly.

"Sorry Hiei, I'm just a bit tired," he said hoping Hiei wouldn't ask. Luckily he didn't, but he slid his arms around the fox and gave him a light kiss. Kurama responded enthusiastically. Kissing Hiei felt different than kissing Kuronue. Kuronue tasted mysterious and dark, but Hiei tasted sweet, a bit like candy. When they parted, Kurama licked his lips and he realized that he would have to choose between the ones that he loved most. Present or past? Hiei or Kuronue?

End chpt. 3

So, how was it? My chappies will be longer soon since my first two were so short. So who should it be? Hiei or Kuronue? Plz review and no flames plz.

- deathangelofdarkness