Nyte Kit: You know, I can't imagine Kurama on Hiei's back either, but I find it hilariously funny if I really picture it. And I know I have them out of character a lot. I can't help it. But honestly, there aren't many stories out there with them in character, especially yaoi ones. I mean, can you picture Hiei confessing his love to Kurama?
blue kitsune251: Thanks for the review! I hope to keep it up. :D
Forbiddensoul562: I've always been good at writing angst, and I never knew why. I don't believe there will be anymore in this story, but we'll have to see where it leads. Actually, I may end up making this story much longer, but I'm not sure if I'm going to add that part yet. Yes, it is a good idea if the doctor tried to explain about Hiei and Kurama's 'unnatural' actions, but they didn't believe him. You have some wonderful ideas!
Evene: Thanks for the review! Yes, but do you honestly feel sorry for the doctor:D
Maki-sama: I kinda feel the same...
Kurama's number1 girl: I am terribly sorry about words running together, and no, I didn't do it just to annoy you. The words that are together: I'm not doing it on purpose and it bothers me, too. I proof-read the chapters before I post them. Either I'm extremely blind, or what I think happens, is when I make other corrections, it messes up the spacing. It's really been bothering me because after everyone reads it, I go back and read it, and all these words are mushed together. :( I honestly hate it. But I'm glad you enjoyed the chapter.
Jessica: I will soon! Thanks!
BlackRoseVixen05: I'm glad you liked it so much.
Red Kitsune Flames: Sometimes I feel that way when I write other stories. :D
Ms. Zeal: Hey don't worry about it. There was no way in hell I would let the doctor go like that. I've been planning that he get caught ever since you found out that he tried to murder Shiori. I'm sure a lot of other reviewers will have the same opinion as you.
"Hiei, this just feels wrong," Kurama noted, looking back behind them, even though the doctor was no longer in sight.
"What feels wrong?" the demon questioned.
"Just letting him go like that. He tried to kill my mother Hiei. Even giving him that death threat felt wrong."
"Damn fox. How can giving a death threat be wrong?"
"You still haven't figured out as much about humans as you think."
"Thank god Kurama! You think I want to learn about them?"
The fox laughed. "In a way, Hiei."
"Shuddup," Hiei spat as he slowed down as they neared the fox's house.
"Okay Hiei, you've gotten to know my mother a bit more over these last few days..." Kurama started as he slid off Hiei's small back. "Do you think she'll let him go?"
Hiei was quiet.
"Well let me put it this way: If someone tried to kill you, would you just let him go?"
Again, no answer.
"You see Hiei, how it works. Put it in a different perspective."
Hiei scowled. "Okay I get your point fox."
Suddenly the phone rang from inside. Quickly Kurama fished the keys out of his pocket and unlocked the front door, then rushed inside to answer it. Hiei followed more slowly behind.
"No mother," Hiei heard Kurama answer. "We didn't get him, but we slowed him down. I was just about to notify the police."
There was a long pause before Kurama spoke again. "Of course. Don't worry, if they can't, Hiei'll be able to."
"Just trust me," Kurama spoke after another pause.
"Of course mother. I love you, too."
Hiei thought he saw a sparkle in the corner of the fox's eyes as he said those words. He was sure he'd been waiting so long to say those words, and to hear them said to him by the one he loved most.
A faint smile crossed Hiei's lips as the fox hung up the phone and neared him. "So you gonna call the damn people?" he teased lightly.
"As you wish." Kurama bowed deeply to the smaller demon.
Hiei raised an eyebrow, but his smile widened. The fox was simply in a good mood. That gave him the power to joke around like this, and Hiei was glad. He didn't like to see the fox down.
Kurama again disappeared into the next room to contact the police. Hiei wandered into the kitchen to get a bite to eat.
Kurama returned a few minutes later to find Hiei sitting at the table, spoon in hand, eating the chocolate ice cream right from the box.
"Hiei!"
The demon shrugged. "What? It was there. I don't see your name on it." Hiei leaned to both sides and checked the sides of the box: just to make sure, before shoving anothing spoonful into his mouth.
Kurama laughed inwardly and shook his head. The fox made a sandwich for himself before joining Hiei at the table.
"So..." Kurama started.
Hiei moved his eyes to look at the fox, but kept his face tilted down at the ice cream. "hmm...?" he questioned through the spoon which happened to be in his mouth.
"Do you think they'll catch him?" he pondered, biting into his sandwich.
Hiei shrugged, a gesture that didn'tinvolve moving his face or mouth, which were currently occupied.
Kurama laughed and gave up any hope for conversation.
The two ate in silence for a while, before the phone rang. Hiei scowled. Kurama grinned before standing up to answer it.
"Minamino residence."
"Yes this is. How can I help you?"
There was a pause before Kurama spoke again. "Ah.. yes I did."
Another break.
"Yes. There was another boy with me."
"All right. When would you like us to come in?"
A short pause.
"All right. We're on our way. Arigatou." Kurama hung the phone up - walked back over to Hiei who hadn't heard a word of the conversation - and snatched the box of ice cream from the demon's grasp. The spoon clattered to the table in surprise, and Hiei looked up at Kurama's face --- and pouted.
Kurama choked back some major self control to stop from doubling over with laughter. Instead he grabbed the Koorime's wrist and dragged him off the chair. "Wipe that look of your face. That was the police station, and they want us to come in to ask us some questions."
A stubborn growl was heard low in Hiei's throat as he allowed the fox to drag him to the door.
"As long as I can have that stuff back when we return."
Kurama glanced at Hiei as he shoved him in his car. "Hell Hiei, you already atehalf the box! It's not good to eat that much in one sitting, you've probably already gained weight," Kurama explained, only half-joking. After all, he had done it before. The fox poked the demon in the gut, which was hard as rock, as usual. Hiei grinned victoriously as the fox frowned childishly.
Kurama slid into the driver's seat, but Hiei refused to shut his door. Finally the fox sighed in defeat. "Fine you can have it when we get back, but now... please just shut the door!"
Hiei grinned again and slammed the door shut. "Okay let's go."
Kurama smiled at the demon next to him. He would only ever open up like this around him. Maybe he'd have to get him used to opening up around others, but he wasn't too sure if he wanted to completely change the small fire demon's personality. After pondering it for a moment, Kurama thought against it. No... the demon was fine just the way he was. Besides, the fox felt special, knowing the demon only acted this way around him. He was the one out of a million that saw the true side of Hiei. Maybe he was just being selfish, but then again, he didn't really think the demon minded.
"What're you lookin' at?" the demon growled, glancing at the fox and narrowing his eyes threateningly.
Kurama chuckled before turningonto the main road.
No... his friend was fine just the way he was.
