Okay, I really, really, really hope everyone is enjoying the story! If not, then tell me some suggestions in the review, kay? I never say no to criticism. God, I probably started this story in the beginning of 2004 and now it's 2005 and none of it's even posted yet-- er, well, it should be posted now since you are reading this but at this very moment while I'm typing this it's not and I'm just rambling on and on and on and on like a baka so I'm just going to shut up now and do the disclaimer.

DISCLAIMER: All of the YYH characters belong to Yoshihiro Togashi.

" … " - talking

"Bleh bleh" - Person on communicator

Name here - changing point of views

TO MY REVIEWERS:

Ss-dragon-lady: Wow! Favourites! Thank you so much. gasps I would never kill off one of them off!

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Shiorifoxiesmom: Oh, no problem! I love reading your stories! Yeah, Hiei taking care of Kurama is a cute thing to imagine. Lol, yeah Hiei's not too happy about it. Hmn, maybe I should put a mini-chapter of what he's really thinking of the matter.

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-Chapter Nine

Kurama's POV-

While I was in the middle is rinsing out my hair of the shampoo when I felt Hiei's ki flare up. Hmn, I wonder what Yukina's doing to pester her brother this time? Finishing in a hurry, I stepped out of the shower wrapping a towel around my waist in the process. Taking a smaller towel I started drying off my hair; then stepping out of the bathroom.

Hiei's POV-

Blushing furiously, I only turned even more red than Kurama's hair as he came out of the bathroom. It took me a moment to realize he was only in a towel that was slowly slipping down his waist to reveal the right hip. His crimson locks dripped as he tried to dry it with the second towel.

Then I remembered that my sister was still in the room. Flustered, I turned back to see her smirking at me. But I am the one that smirks! ME! I could see a twinkle in her eye that meant she was up to something.

"Well," Yukina started. "I best be on my way. Kurama-san seems to be just fine now; just remember to rest. The wounds are mostly closed, but I couldn't heal you completely."

With a slight nod from the fox, Yukina gave me a loving hug and left. Neither of us dared to move till we heard the front door close and watched her walk down the driveway to the sidewalk.

After she was out of sight, both of us audibly sighed. Switching my gaze, I focused on the fox's body; scanning it for the conditions of the wounds. Both of them were closed and healing nicely, but you could tell they will leave a nasty scar.

I don't get it.

How could I harm him in reality from a dream? This really doesn't make any sense. If Kurama couldn't figure it out, then let's face it … none of us will ever understand.

Maybe I should go to Koenma with this. Then we just might be able to get some answers. I have to know if I'm connected in any way to Kurama having these nightmares; and if so … why?

Ugh … why did life have to be so God damn complicated?

Kurama's POV-

I stared at a non-blinking Hiei for a moments till I was sure even a demon had to blink. Walking over to him, I placed my hand on his shoulder.

"Hiei-koi? You have been staring at me for five minutes without blinking and quite frankly, it's scaring me."

I suppose hearing my voice shook him from his daze because he blinked several times, then turned to me. Putting his hands on my hips he pulled me close. I dropped my hair towel and just stared down at him; wondering what in the three worlds he could be thinking about.

"Um, Hiei? What are you doing? What did you and your sister talking about?"

Slowly, his hands moved to wrap about my waist. He … was hugging me? Cautiously I put my arms around Hiei's back, resting my chin on his head. We stood there for a while; just enjoying each other's company and warmth.

But after a while it started to get cold, with the window open and me only in a towel … that was slowly falling down.

Coughing, I pulled away from the fire koorime. "Hiei? Could I get dressed now? It's getting chilly."

Almost reluctantly, he let go. It's strange, even for Hiei, he has never been this quiet around me. He just stood there, not really looking at anything. What could be going on in his mind?

Hiei's POV-

Upon hearing the fox's soft alto voice, I blinked many times trying to get out of my thoughts. I couldn't stand the thought of having me being the problem of Kurama's injuries.

"Hiei? Could I get dressed now? It's getting chilly?"

Now being able to think straight, I look and see his towel is about to come off and the window is wide open, letting a rather cold breeze inside. Releasing my grasp, I watch as the fox goes to the closet to grab a pair of boxers, tight-fitting jeans, and a olive green sweater.

Amused, I stared as Kurama fought with the sweater that doesn't seem to like him very much. His armswere through the sleeves, and I can just see some tuffs of crimson hair poking out from the collar. Chuckling, I walked over and hopped onto the chair by his desk. Regaining my balance from almost getting smacked by two arms flailing about, I tugged on the cloth; revealing a quite embarrassed kitsune.

"Arigato Hiei," complied a sheepish Kurama.

I chuckled again. "You're welcome, fox."

.Beep. .Beep. .Beep.

Glaring over at the desk, Kurama grabbed the communicator, flipping it open.

"Well hello, Yusuke. Is anything wrong?"

Said Yusuke on the screen had a rare serious expression. "You and Hiei need to get to Genkai's temple a.s.a.p."

Hearing his urgency, I snatched the communicator. "Is it about Yukina!"

"Chill, Hiei! No, it's not about her. Actually, didn't you guys just see her like a half an hour ago?"

"Um, Yusuke? Can you please get to the point?"

"Heh, right. Sorry 'bout that Kurama. But we need to talk to you about something so you need to get your demon asses down here."

"We'll be there right away," Kurama replied while closing the communicator.

Kurama's POV-

While Hiei flitted through the trees, I ran on the ground not too far behind. Finally reaching the temple, I was about ready to pass out. Why are ningen bodies so useless?

However, as I neared the door, I didn't hear concern and seriousness. I heard … laughing?

Opening the door, I sweatdropped. Yusuke and Koenma were talking and laughing, Kuwabara was flirting with Yukina who didn't seem too happy but decided to play with his mind so flirted back, and Genkai was simply sitting drinking tea.

Hiei walked up to my side and peered in. Then … well … fell. Sweatdropping again, I stared at Hiei's twitching leg for a moment before entering.

"Um, what's going on here?" I questioned.

Yusuke looked up from the conversation with Koenma. When he saw my confused face, he grinned. "Hey, Kurama! Glad you could make it!"

"What do you mean 'make it', detective?" Hiei twitched. "Stop grinning like a fool and explain yourself before I decide to gut you out with my katana."

"Hehe, well I knew you two wouldn't come down if it wasn't for anything important."

"Anything important? Detective--" Putting a hand on his shoulder, I gave the fire koorime a pleading look to calm down.

"Yusuke … that was very inconsiderate of you. What if we were doing something of great importance?"

Out of the corner of my eye, I could of sworn I saw Yukina smirk. It's not like we were doing that!

Ahem …

Hiei looked like he was ready to kill anyone who such as glance at him.

"So what is it that you want of us, Yusuke?"

He shrugged. "Just wanted you two to get out of that house and have some fun."

This was really trying my nerves.

Hiei's POV-

Kurama stroked small circles on his temples trying to calm himself down. Hmn, maybe this would be a good time to talk to Koenma about those dreams.

"But," Yusuke interrupted my thoughts. "We also wanted to let you know about this new demon that has been making herself known."

"Hn, why didn't you say that in the first place you baka!"

Once again, he grinned. "I felt like messing with you guys. It's so easy … not to mention fun and amusing."

Damn him.

Walking over to Prince of death, I knelt down. "I need to speak with you."

Nodding, he stood and led me out of the temple. Leaving Kurama to fend for himself with Yusuke …and a rather large bottle of sake.

Once outside, I told him about the dreams. He nodded in understanding and interest.

"Am I somehow connected to the dreams? And if so, how? It doesn't make any sense. Even the fox can't understand it."

"So, have you and Kurama become lovers yet?"

"N-NANI!" I stuttered completely flushed.

Koenma smirked. "You know what I mean. Have you two told each other your feelings?"

Looking down my shoes, I kicked at the dirt and mumbled, "Maybe."

"Ha! So you two have confessed! It was only a matter of time. Actually Yusuke and I were betting on how long it would take--"

"You and Yusuke, what! Is it that obvious?"

It looked as if Koenma was about to burst from trying to contain his laughter. "Oh yeah. So obvious, even Kuwabara noticed something was odd between you two."

I gaped. Even the baka? Holy shit! Shaking out of my thoughts, I went back to the subject at hand. "Um, anyway … do you have any information about the dreams?"

Nodding, I waiting anxiously for him to continue.

A/N: Hope that wasn't an awful chapter. It was sort of just some random thoughts that I put together. I think I know what I'm going to do about how Kurama's having these dreams … I just have to finalize my thoughts. ;;;