Part Two- Midnight Uncertainties

Hiei's POV

Hn. Stupid fox. Why do you have to surprise me like that? It's cold out here, so I hope you're happy.

I shouldn't have left, but you scared me. Not that I'd ever admit that to you . . .

No, I was right to leave. You're a Youko, everyone knows that Youkos don't love. And I'm the Forbidden Child. Why would the great Youko Kurama want someone like me, when you could have so much better?

You're tearing down my façade, baka no kitsune. If I'm not careful, I'll end up weak, with too many emotions.

Though, as I watch you sleep, that might not be such a bad thing. Did you know that, asleep, you look so peaceful? I wish I could go back in with you, but I doubt my pride will allow it.

The window is open. I could, if I wanted to. Which, I don't.

I once said that I am not one to deny the obvious, so why am I denying this so violently? I want to be with you. I want to trust you, to hold you in my arms.

The window is open. I could, if I wanted to. I do.

So I jumped from my tree to sit on your windowsill.

Still enough time to turn back. I could, but I won't.

I swing my legs over to the floor, and walk over to your bed. I could watch you sleep forever.

I removed my shoes, and quietly sat next to you, trying not to wake you up. There is no turning back now.

I lay my head beside yours, and wrap my arms around your slim waist. No turning back.

You moved closer to me, whispering my name, even though you still slept. I had to smile at that. You must have meant everything you said.

I looked at you, and even though you couldn't hear me, said, "I am here, my fox."