Disclaimer: Why? Why? Why? Why? Why? Why? Why? Why do I always have to do this? Don't these people have it through their heads by now that I do not own the entire YYH cast but I own Hinoki, her demon family and human family, Shikoshi, The Light Tournament, Moré Island, and the Black Bladed Katana? WHY ALWAYS ME? . I did it anyways. There, you happy? Now we can all go back living our normal lives and dying a little bit each day. However, I have a plot. Mwahahahahahahahahahaha. I will die slower than everyone else. Then Hiei will belong to MEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! (Or from Home Improvement: MEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEOOOOOOOOOHHHHHGGGRRHHHFFFKKK)
Note: As I said before, this one they will be going to a hotel and things get a little weird. Anyways, enjoy won't you? Oh, and please R&R!
The boat had finally arrived. Now all that mattered was finding a hotel for them to stay.
Walking through the demon city, they ignored the few frequent stares of awe and disgust.
"It's amazing how well known we were on Hanging Neck Island. I guess this Island doesn't know who we are, yet." Kuwabara stated.
"Moré island. It isn't as great as Hanging Neck Island, but it will suffice. The hotels are much more discrete and illuminating." Hinoki said.
"What does it matter as long as we find a place to stay?" Hiei asked.
"I suppose it doesn't matter." Hinoki responded with a nervous smile. (')
They found a place that looked like an old-fashioned Saloon, however it read Moré Inn. There were three flaring kerosene lamps in front of the Inn, one to each side and one nailed above the drunk-hung batwing doors.
There was a Piano inside playing a song called "Yubiwa." Voices murmured like broken threads. The group paused for a moment, looking in. Sawdust floor, spittoons by the tipsy-legged tables.
A plank bar on sawhorses. A gummy mirror behind it, reflecting the piano player, who wore an inevitable piano-stool slouch.
The front of the piano had been removed so you could watch the wooden keys whonk up and down as the contraption was played.
The bartender was a straw-haired woman wearing a dirty blue dress. One strap was held with a safety pin. There were perhaps six townies in the back of the room, juicing and playing Watch Me apathetically. Another half-dozen were grouped loosely about the piano. Four or five at the bar.
And an old man with wild gray hair collapsed at a table near the doors. The group walked in cautiously.
Heads swiveled to look at the group. There was a moment of near silence, except for the oblivious piano player, who continued to play. The woman mopped the bar, and things shifted back.
"Watch me," one of the players in the corner said and matched three hearts with four spades, emptying his hand. The one with the hearts swore and handed over his bet, and the next game was dealt.
Yusuke led the group up to the bar. The woman eyed the group with cautious curiousity.
"Are you with the white haired man?" The woman asked.
"No, we aren't! Is there two private rooms vacant for us?" Hinoki demanded, pounding an angry fist on the bar table.
The woman cringed as people turned to see what was going on, but looked up at her apathetically, "Very well. There have been two ladies expecting you also. One woman was tall and had a blue-ish hue to her hair, the other was an elderly woman. She seemed wise and cautious about this place like many before her. Humans, without a doubt."
Hinoki sighed, but before she could answer, Kurama stepped in.
"We will share the two rooms with them." He stated.
The woman nodded to him and opened a flap on the bar's table top. She led them to a door and opened it. Inside was like stepping through a whole other world. The ceilings were concave and designed with amazing art portraits. The artist must have been infatuated with delicate angels of long amber hair and gentle faces. These tall figures were surrounded by smaller, baby angels dressed in long white robes like the taller women.
All these creatures dwelled and stood above the clouds.
"A person could get dizzy from staring at a ceiling like this for so long." Hinoki stated in a voice just above a whisper.
She tilted her head and saw Kurama standing next to her, also admiring the artistry. He tilted his head to her and smiled.
"Beautiful, isn't it?" He asked.
Hinoki nodded her head vigorously and resumed gazing into the eyes of the angel.
Hiei took a look at it as well, however it was no where near the amount of attention Hinoki and Kurama had given it.
"Come along, you two. Or you shall be left behind." Hiei snapped.
Hinoki lifted her head immediately to attention in unison with Kurama, "Yes, Hiei-Sensai." Hinoki said.
"Very well, Hiei." Kurama echoed.
A long, curved staircase led to the second floor. It reminded Hinoki of a ball room. Perhaps on special occasions there were dances held there.
Hinoki hurried up to walk next to the hostess. "Excuse me, but is this a ball room for anything special?" she asked.
The bar hostess nodded quietly, "Yes, it is used for many things. In the opening ceremony, someone is always asked to bless the tournament with their voice and sing to everyone. That room is for people who wish to see the one who is being escorted to the Tournament to sing."
Hinoki gulped and imagined what it would be like to go through that sort of ordeal and shivered, pushing the thought from her mind.
The hostess led them to a narrow hallway and opened a door where they found Botan and Genkai inside playing a similar card game to the men downstairs. When the two women saw the group they stood up and greeted them.
"About time you four got here. We've been waiting here for a long time!" Botan exclaimed.
"Cut the theatrics, Botan. How did you two get here?" Hinoki asked.
"My, my. Someone spent a little too much time with Hiei." Botan teased.
"Koenma took us with him when he came here. He'll undoubtedly have mountains of paperwork when he returns, though." Genkai explained.
The hostess bowed and left them alone.
"Yes, anyways this is the girls room, and next door Koenma is waiting for you. That's the boy's room." Botan explained, watching the hostess leave.
Yusuke and the others went into the other room, followed by Hinoki, Genkai and Botan.
Koenma stood up when he saw the full house.
"My, what a happy family this has become." Koenma said in his teenager form.
"You know, I'm starting to wish you maintained that form. The toddler uniform isn't working very well." Hinoki said.
"What are you getting at, Hinoki?" Koenma asked teasingly.
"I'M NOT GETTING AT ANYTHING! I WAS ONLY STATING SOMETHING!" Hinoki shouted blushing furiously.
Koenma chuckled but looked at Yusuke, "You realize that this tournament not only rides on Hinoki, but on all of you as well."
"Aw, darn Koenma. You should have put that on my answering service so I could replay it if I ever DIDN'T know that." Yusuke said sarcastically.
"Very funny, Urameshi. But you know Shoken has hired some nasty teams to try and get rid of you." Koenma stated.
"Typical bad guy maneuver." Kuwabara stated, crossing his arms.
"Stop trying to look smart." Hinoki murmured to Kuwabara, her eyes half open as if in boredom.
"What was that!?" Kuwabara shouted raising a fist to her face.
"Oh no, the power of love!" Hinoki shouted sarcastically.
Koenma cleared his throat to gain Yusuke's attention again although he had lost everyone else's to Hinoki and Kuwabara's arguement.
"Don't do anything stupid, Yusuke. And make sure Hinoki doesn't either." Koenma stated.
"Yeah, right. Like that'll happen." Yusuke yawned and turned his attention to Hinoki kicking Kuwabara's ass.
Once settled, they decided to pass time with a cardgame. But before long they heard a knock on the door.
Hinoki got up to answer it since it appeared no one else would.
She opened the door and saw no one. She looked down the hall to the left and right and saw no one. She closed the door and began to walk away when there was a knock once again.
She opened the door again and found no trace of life.
She closed the door, now getting irritated.
She walked away again when she heard a knock on the door yet again.
Hinoki whirled around and ran for the door, still to find no one there.
This time, Hinoki closed the door but kept her hand firmly wrapped around the doorknob.
The knock came once more.
Hinoki tore open the door and punched the demon before her. The demon went flying backwards, hit the wall, and slowly slipped off of it to the floor, unconscious.
The demon next to him smiled nervously, obviously dreading the same fate(;).
Hinoki laughed nervously while scratching the back of her neck sheepishly('). Behind her she could hear Kuwabara, Yusuke, and Kurama laughing.
Hiei only made his usual remark by calling it childish and turned away.
"Excuse me, miss." The demon asked.
Hinoki blinked at him and turned her head in full attention.
She pointed to herself in question, "You mean me?" she asked.
The demon nodded, "Yes, of course. It seems the demon, Shoken has requested that you be the one who sings at the opening ceremony tonight."
The chatter and chuckling had ceased and a dreaded silence replaced it.
"I have nothing to wear, I'm terrible at singing in front of audiences, and I don't think I could actually pull it off." Hinoki said, trying to hide her panic.
"It's nothing to worry about, miss. You see, the wardrobe is already prepared for you in another room not too far from here. Shoken said that your friends may come along if they so desire. However you must show up, or everyone dies. If you'll follow us... or me, rather I'll lead you to the wardrobe room." The demon explained, stealing glances at his passed out partner.
Hinoki's brow furrowed as she was deep in thought. She looked behind her to the ones she had gained trust and affections for like a second family, but they had no advice or wisdom to give.
Hinoki looked back to the demon and nodded slightly with dread written across her face.
Everyone followed them, unsure whether this was a trap or not.
The man led Hinoki to the room and opened it for her. Hinoki stepped inside and gazed around.
There was a wide queen sized bed with curtains hanging from the tops. They shimmered a pale pink and embroidered with a shimmering gold.
There was a beautiful flowing gown draped over a chair used for a night stand with a giant mirror. It was like a princess's room.
Hinoki was flattered by the room, but would dislike needing to sleep here.
Botan slipped past the boys that crowded the entrance to get a glance of the inside.
Botan swiftly shut the door behind her and locked it.
She turned to Hinoki and smiled reassuringly, "I'm sure it was only something to be sweet about." she said sweetly.
Hinoki turned on her, "Sweet? Shoken, sweet? You obviously don't understand him very well. I wasn't with him long, but long enough to learn his character. A psycho maniac in search of power to take over all three worlds. Sound sweet to you?" she snapped, unbuttoning her fighter's dress.
Botan cringed at Hinoki's small outburst, "I think training with Hiei has caused you to become bitter." she stated.
Hinoki snapped again, "And I think flying on that teaspoon you call an oar has shrunken your brain seven fold!"
Botan turned on this, "Just because YOU are in a predicament does not mean you should take it out on others!" she scorned.
Hinoki removed her ponytail and shook her head so her hair bobbed back and forth slightly.
She wasn't going to respond to this. Botan was being a preppy, and Hinoki disliked it. She seemed to have the idea that this evil maniac was sweet, and caring like everyone else she knew was. But a lunatic was a lunatic no matter what they did.
Hinoki placed the gown over her head and allowed her slender body to slip into it. Her arms easily went through the puffy short sleeves. The gown was a luminescent golden color. There was a deep V in the chest design, but was covered by a crimped white cloth. The dress puffed out slightly, like an umbrella but not quite as large. It hung loosely down to her ankles. She would be wearing healed slippers. The heals were not tall and thin like the ones in the human world, but rather less than an inch. They were black and velvety. Still hanging from the chair backing were some cloth gloves Hinoki had to slip on.
Botan insisted on doing Hinoki's hair, and Hinoki accepted.
While Botan put Hinoki's hair in a bun, Hinoki placed a yellow diamond necklace on with a heart decorated with yellow diamonds. Then she placed yellow diamond earings that hung loosely from her ears.
Once finished, Hinoki's hair was placed in a bun decorated with glitter. Around the bun was a golden cage-like feature that was placed on the bun. Hanging from this cage on both sides were three tiny chains that dangled there, each one longer than the next. Set on the end of each chain were large yellow diamonds the size of a thumb print.
The last detail was a slight coating of lip gloss and glittering gold eyeshadow.
Hinoki's appearance did not only match well, it made her look fit for the room she was in. Like a gold statue polished ready for auction.
Hinoki quivered with nervousness, and whatever feelings of anger she had for Botan faded away.
When the door opened, the boys were left in awe one way or another.
Kurama stared with loving fascination.
Yusuke jerked a thumb and winked in approval.
Kuwabara drooled as his eyes twinkled with desire, which caused a disgusted look to cross Hinoki's face as well as Botan's.
Hiei only stared with little sign of emotion. However his eyes sparkled with approval as a small trace of a grin crossed his face.
Genkai nodded with satisfaction as a smile of pride swept across her face like a mother would to a daughter. It made Hinoki's hard long for her human mother.
Hinoki gave a sweet smile as her chest boomed with pride to her appearance.
The demon man offered an arm to Hinoki so he could lead her to the tournament's opening ceremony.
Note: I know, I know. You're all mad that I didn't finish this one, but don't worry. I'll get on the next one as soon as I can and update then. Okay? Until then, don't forget to tell people about this and have them read it, but don't spoil it for others and tell them what happens, wheres the fun in that? Just tell people to read both sagas and tell them they won't be sorry. Okay? I'm going to go get on the next one soon, 'kay? Buh-bye for now!
Note: As I said before, this one they will be going to a hotel and things get a little weird. Anyways, enjoy won't you? Oh, and please R&R!
The boat had finally arrived. Now all that mattered was finding a hotel for them to stay.
Walking through the demon city, they ignored the few frequent stares of awe and disgust.
"It's amazing how well known we were on Hanging Neck Island. I guess this Island doesn't know who we are, yet." Kuwabara stated.
"Moré island. It isn't as great as Hanging Neck Island, but it will suffice. The hotels are much more discrete and illuminating." Hinoki said.
"What does it matter as long as we find a place to stay?" Hiei asked.
"I suppose it doesn't matter." Hinoki responded with a nervous smile. (')
They found a place that looked like an old-fashioned Saloon, however it read Moré Inn. There were three flaring kerosene lamps in front of the Inn, one to each side and one nailed above the drunk-hung batwing doors.
There was a Piano inside playing a song called "Yubiwa." Voices murmured like broken threads. The group paused for a moment, looking in. Sawdust floor, spittoons by the tipsy-legged tables.
A plank bar on sawhorses. A gummy mirror behind it, reflecting the piano player, who wore an inevitable piano-stool slouch.
The front of the piano had been removed so you could watch the wooden keys whonk up and down as the contraption was played.
The bartender was a straw-haired woman wearing a dirty blue dress. One strap was held with a safety pin. There were perhaps six townies in the back of the room, juicing and playing Watch Me apathetically. Another half-dozen were grouped loosely about the piano. Four or five at the bar.
And an old man with wild gray hair collapsed at a table near the doors. The group walked in cautiously.
Heads swiveled to look at the group. There was a moment of near silence, except for the oblivious piano player, who continued to play. The woman mopped the bar, and things shifted back.
"Watch me," one of the players in the corner said and matched three hearts with four spades, emptying his hand. The one with the hearts swore and handed over his bet, and the next game was dealt.
Yusuke led the group up to the bar. The woman eyed the group with cautious curiousity.
"Are you with the white haired man?" The woman asked.
"No, we aren't! Is there two private rooms vacant for us?" Hinoki demanded, pounding an angry fist on the bar table.
The woman cringed as people turned to see what was going on, but looked up at her apathetically, "Very well. There have been two ladies expecting you also. One woman was tall and had a blue-ish hue to her hair, the other was an elderly woman. She seemed wise and cautious about this place like many before her. Humans, without a doubt."
Hinoki sighed, but before she could answer, Kurama stepped in.
"We will share the two rooms with them." He stated.
The woman nodded to him and opened a flap on the bar's table top. She led them to a door and opened it. Inside was like stepping through a whole other world. The ceilings were concave and designed with amazing art portraits. The artist must have been infatuated with delicate angels of long amber hair and gentle faces. These tall figures were surrounded by smaller, baby angels dressed in long white robes like the taller women.
All these creatures dwelled and stood above the clouds.
"A person could get dizzy from staring at a ceiling like this for so long." Hinoki stated in a voice just above a whisper.
She tilted her head and saw Kurama standing next to her, also admiring the artistry. He tilted his head to her and smiled.
"Beautiful, isn't it?" He asked.
Hinoki nodded her head vigorously and resumed gazing into the eyes of the angel.
Hiei took a look at it as well, however it was no where near the amount of attention Hinoki and Kurama had given it.
"Come along, you two. Or you shall be left behind." Hiei snapped.
Hinoki lifted her head immediately to attention in unison with Kurama, "Yes, Hiei-Sensai." Hinoki said.
"Very well, Hiei." Kurama echoed.
A long, curved staircase led to the second floor. It reminded Hinoki of a ball room. Perhaps on special occasions there were dances held there.
Hinoki hurried up to walk next to the hostess. "Excuse me, but is this a ball room for anything special?" she asked.
The bar hostess nodded quietly, "Yes, it is used for many things. In the opening ceremony, someone is always asked to bless the tournament with their voice and sing to everyone. That room is for people who wish to see the one who is being escorted to the Tournament to sing."
Hinoki gulped and imagined what it would be like to go through that sort of ordeal and shivered, pushing the thought from her mind.
The hostess led them to a narrow hallway and opened a door where they found Botan and Genkai inside playing a similar card game to the men downstairs. When the two women saw the group they stood up and greeted them.
"About time you four got here. We've been waiting here for a long time!" Botan exclaimed.
"Cut the theatrics, Botan. How did you two get here?" Hinoki asked.
"My, my. Someone spent a little too much time with Hiei." Botan teased.
"Koenma took us with him when he came here. He'll undoubtedly have mountains of paperwork when he returns, though." Genkai explained.
The hostess bowed and left them alone.
"Yes, anyways this is the girls room, and next door Koenma is waiting for you. That's the boy's room." Botan explained, watching the hostess leave.
Yusuke and the others went into the other room, followed by Hinoki, Genkai and Botan.
Koenma stood up when he saw the full house.
"My, what a happy family this has become." Koenma said in his teenager form.
"You know, I'm starting to wish you maintained that form. The toddler uniform isn't working very well." Hinoki said.
"What are you getting at, Hinoki?" Koenma asked teasingly.
"I'M NOT GETTING AT ANYTHING! I WAS ONLY STATING SOMETHING!" Hinoki shouted blushing furiously.
Koenma chuckled but looked at Yusuke, "You realize that this tournament not only rides on Hinoki, but on all of you as well."
"Aw, darn Koenma. You should have put that on my answering service so I could replay it if I ever DIDN'T know that." Yusuke said sarcastically.
"Very funny, Urameshi. But you know Shoken has hired some nasty teams to try and get rid of you." Koenma stated.
"Typical bad guy maneuver." Kuwabara stated, crossing his arms.
"Stop trying to look smart." Hinoki murmured to Kuwabara, her eyes half open as if in boredom.
"What was that!?" Kuwabara shouted raising a fist to her face.
"Oh no, the power of love!" Hinoki shouted sarcastically.
Koenma cleared his throat to gain Yusuke's attention again although he had lost everyone else's to Hinoki and Kuwabara's arguement.
"Don't do anything stupid, Yusuke. And make sure Hinoki doesn't either." Koenma stated.
"Yeah, right. Like that'll happen." Yusuke yawned and turned his attention to Hinoki kicking Kuwabara's ass.
Once settled, they decided to pass time with a cardgame. But before long they heard a knock on the door.
Hinoki got up to answer it since it appeared no one else would.
She opened the door and saw no one. She looked down the hall to the left and right and saw no one. She closed the door and began to walk away when there was a knock once again.
She opened the door again and found no trace of life.
She closed the door, now getting irritated.
She walked away again when she heard a knock on the door yet again.
Hinoki whirled around and ran for the door, still to find no one there.
This time, Hinoki closed the door but kept her hand firmly wrapped around the doorknob.
The knock came once more.
Hinoki tore open the door and punched the demon before her. The demon went flying backwards, hit the wall, and slowly slipped off of it to the floor, unconscious.
The demon next to him smiled nervously, obviously dreading the same fate(;).
Hinoki laughed nervously while scratching the back of her neck sheepishly('). Behind her she could hear Kuwabara, Yusuke, and Kurama laughing.
Hiei only made his usual remark by calling it childish and turned away.
"Excuse me, miss." The demon asked.
Hinoki blinked at him and turned her head in full attention.
She pointed to herself in question, "You mean me?" she asked.
The demon nodded, "Yes, of course. It seems the demon, Shoken has requested that you be the one who sings at the opening ceremony tonight."
The chatter and chuckling had ceased and a dreaded silence replaced it.
"I have nothing to wear, I'm terrible at singing in front of audiences, and I don't think I could actually pull it off." Hinoki said, trying to hide her panic.
"It's nothing to worry about, miss. You see, the wardrobe is already prepared for you in another room not too far from here. Shoken said that your friends may come along if they so desire. However you must show up, or everyone dies. If you'll follow us... or me, rather I'll lead you to the wardrobe room." The demon explained, stealing glances at his passed out partner.
Hinoki's brow furrowed as she was deep in thought. She looked behind her to the ones she had gained trust and affections for like a second family, but they had no advice or wisdom to give.
Hinoki looked back to the demon and nodded slightly with dread written across her face.
Everyone followed them, unsure whether this was a trap or not.
The man led Hinoki to the room and opened it for her. Hinoki stepped inside and gazed around.
There was a wide queen sized bed with curtains hanging from the tops. They shimmered a pale pink and embroidered with a shimmering gold.
There was a beautiful flowing gown draped over a chair used for a night stand with a giant mirror. It was like a princess's room.
Hinoki was flattered by the room, but would dislike needing to sleep here.
Botan slipped past the boys that crowded the entrance to get a glance of the inside.
Botan swiftly shut the door behind her and locked it.
She turned to Hinoki and smiled reassuringly, "I'm sure it was only something to be sweet about." she said sweetly.
Hinoki turned on her, "Sweet? Shoken, sweet? You obviously don't understand him very well. I wasn't with him long, but long enough to learn his character. A psycho maniac in search of power to take over all three worlds. Sound sweet to you?" she snapped, unbuttoning her fighter's dress.
Botan cringed at Hinoki's small outburst, "I think training with Hiei has caused you to become bitter." she stated.
Hinoki snapped again, "And I think flying on that teaspoon you call an oar has shrunken your brain seven fold!"
Botan turned on this, "Just because YOU are in a predicament does not mean you should take it out on others!" she scorned.
Hinoki removed her ponytail and shook her head so her hair bobbed back and forth slightly.
She wasn't going to respond to this. Botan was being a preppy, and Hinoki disliked it. She seemed to have the idea that this evil maniac was sweet, and caring like everyone else she knew was. But a lunatic was a lunatic no matter what they did.
Hinoki placed the gown over her head and allowed her slender body to slip into it. Her arms easily went through the puffy short sleeves. The gown was a luminescent golden color. There was a deep V in the chest design, but was covered by a crimped white cloth. The dress puffed out slightly, like an umbrella but not quite as large. It hung loosely down to her ankles. She would be wearing healed slippers. The heals were not tall and thin like the ones in the human world, but rather less than an inch. They were black and velvety. Still hanging from the chair backing were some cloth gloves Hinoki had to slip on.
Botan insisted on doing Hinoki's hair, and Hinoki accepted.
While Botan put Hinoki's hair in a bun, Hinoki placed a yellow diamond necklace on with a heart decorated with yellow diamonds. Then she placed yellow diamond earings that hung loosely from her ears.
Once finished, Hinoki's hair was placed in a bun decorated with glitter. Around the bun was a golden cage-like feature that was placed on the bun. Hanging from this cage on both sides were three tiny chains that dangled there, each one longer than the next. Set on the end of each chain were large yellow diamonds the size of a thumb print.
The last detail was a slight coating of lip gloss and glittering gold eyeshadow.
Hinoki's appearance did not only match well, it made her look fit for the room she was in. Like a gold statue polished ready for auction.
Hinoki quivered with nervousness, and whatever feelings of anger she had for Botan faded away.
When the door opened, the boys were left in awe one way or another.
Kurama stared with loving fascination.
Yusuke jerked a thumb and winked in approval.
Kuwabara drooled as his eyes twinkled with desire, which caused a disgusted look to cross Hinoki's face as well as Botan's.
Hiei only stared with little sign of emotion. However his eyes sparkled with approval as a small trace of a grin crossed his face.
Genkai nodded with satisfaction as a smile of pride swept across her face like a mother would to a daughter. It made Hinoki's hard long for her human mother.
Hinoki gave a sweet smile as her chest boomed with pride to her appearance.
The demon man offered an arm to Hinoki so he could lead her to the tournament's opening ceremony.
Note: I know, I know. You're all mad that I didn't finish this one, but don't worry. I'll get on the next one as soon as I can and update then. Okay? Until then, don't forget to tell people about this and have them read it, but don't spoil it for others and tell them what happens, wheres the fun in that? Just tell people to read both sagas and tell them they won't be sorry. Okay? I'm going to go get on the next one soon, 'kay? Buh-bye for now!