Again, I have to make an appeal to my mother to see if I can post anymore. I will plead my case... People need to read my story... sigh... But again, it is a mere request. Not positive. So don't get your hopes up, my peeps.
Hiei slashed the door open without hesitation, much to Kurama's uneasiness. "Genius, Hiei. He's probably waiting for us." the fox hissed quietly.
Hiei ignored that comment and stomped inside to find himself facing two doors. He raised an eyebrow briefly and glanced to Kurama. Kurama nodded and moved to hold one door handle while Hiei held the other. The fox held up three fingers, then two, then one.
On cue, they opened the doors at the same time. An explosion knocked Hiei back against the wall and Kurama just stood there, the rush of wind blowing his hair away from the source of the bomb. He stared at Hiei in his position slammed against the wall. Hiei was a bit stunned, but the poor devil wasn't hurt too bad. Just a few scratches here and there.
Kurama brought a hand to his mouth, stifling a snicker. His hilarity increased in volume until he was laughing loudly and openly.
Hiei blinked a few times and got to his feet, brushing off dust and debris. He shot Kurama a deadly glare. "It's not funny. If you keep that up, whoever has Kairai will hear you!"
Kurama covered his mouth again and the noise died down to muted chuckles. "Sorry." he whispered. "Let's go on then."
Hiei scowled and nodded. "I'll get you back for laughing at me, too. When you least expect it. That's a promise..." he hissed, his voice presenting an ill omen.
Kurama shrugged and poked his head through his door. He glanced at Hiei. "Well come on then." he said briefly before walking through the entryway.
Hiei glared at Kurama's back as he followed. They found themselves in a rectangular room, coming in at the southern short end. Mirrors lined the long ends and a door was on the other short end. They glanced at eachother briefly then walked down towards the door.
End Chapter Twenty Five
Kairai looked up helplessly at the man who had led her out of the small cottage just moments ago. "Wh-Where are we going?" she asked, a hint of panic in her voice.
He smiled down at her as they walked slowly across the meadow, holding her hand. "We're going back home. Don't worry. Everything will make sense soon. Just trust me, and you'll be alright, love."
She blushed faintly. Why could she not remember this man? She had that horrible, intestine-torturing feeling that something was wrong.
Kurama opened the door slowly and looked in. He came back out and shut the door behind him, looking at Hiei. "Empty. But someone definitely WAS in there some time earlier today. The door locks from the outside and has no windows. Wards, as well. The ideal prison for a girl like Kairai. Poor thing. I hope she isn't hurt."
"But who would want to kidnap her...?"
"Maybe someone who knows how much Koenma likes her?"
Hiei looked up at Kurama. "Hm?"
Kurama nodded, closing his eyes. "I think the Reikai prince is in love with her. But that's just my opinion... and Botan's as well."
Hiei frowned slightly. "Then why did you say I should make her my mate? Why- since there's someone who cares for her more than I?"
"Because I think you like her more than you let on. Either that, or you're simply lying to yourself. You never failed to come to her aid when she needed you. You have an uncanny ability to show up when she's in distress, and you enjoy protecting her. It's also quite possible that you do not wish to have a distraction- or anything to make you seem emotionally sensitive. Damaging to your tough guy reputation, am I right?"
Hiei froze, glaring at Kurama coldly. "That is none of your business, fox."
"I'm just trying to help." Kurama replied calmly.
"Well you're NOT. This is something I have to figure out on my own."
"Then you will talk to her?"
"Yes."
"Good then."
"But first we have to find her and rescue her from whoever it is that kidnapped her..."
Kurama tilted his head to one side and stared at Hiei for a moment. "She loves you."
There was a silence, then Hiei sighed and turned away. "I know."
Kurama smiled. "Alright now, which way did they go?"
Hiei pulled off his headband, Jagan opening, and searched for Kairai. He nodded. "They're going to a stream near here. To the south. But something's happened to Kairai. I can't quite work it out..."
Kurama nodded. "Then we better hurry."
End Chapter Twenty Six