They stopped in front of the giant door, towering and threatening looking. It was magnificent, as well as a bit dramatic. "Wow." Yusuke said as he stared up at the door, waiting for it to open. "I knew he's an important lord, but all this for a dining room?"
"I'm not impressed." Hiei said.
Yusuke suddenly grabbed Hiei away from the door. Refusing to look at the demon's eyes, Yusuke bit his lips. He didn't tell Hiei about Narako knowing yet, and Yusuke got a bad feeling that Hiei wasn't going to be too happy about that. "You know…there is one thing I forgot to tell you. I mean I was meaning to tell you about this before, but we didn't have much time…and I guess I just forgot. I don't think you're going to be too happy. And it's my entire fault and I take all the blame. But don't be too angry and hurt me?"
Hiei kept his face blank at the boy. "Stop ranting about this nonsense and tell me."
"But you haven't promised not to hurt me!" Yusuke was feeling a bit childish at making Hiei promise, but he was really scared of what the little demon was going to do once he finds out. It seemed to Yusuke that Hiei had a bit of a temper.
Hiei was about to agree, but looking at Yusuke's face, he just couldn't resist it. The boy was so afraid of his reaction. 'Maybe I'll play with him a bit first.' Hiei smirked. "I can't promise that."
"But…you have to!" There was a malicious glint in Hiei's eyes that Yusuke didn't like.
"How can I promise not to do something I haven't done yet? Now tell me before I hurt you."
"Hey, you can't do that! I haven't done anything wrong! Well, nothing you've heard of yet…" Yusuke mumbled the last words to himself.
"Yusuke…" Hiei growled threateningly. Even though on the outside the demon was looking irritated, Hiei was actually having fun. It was so easy to push the boy's buttons.
"Alright! But let me tell you, Kurama will be mad if I don't come back in one piece." Yusuke paused, glancing at the huge door before blurting it out. "I accidentally told Narako you were the other spirit detective! Oh look! They're opening the door. Better go!" Yusuke zoomed past Hiei before the demon even had a chance to speak.
Unfortunately for Hiei, the door was indeed opening up. With his moment of amusement gone, Hiei slowly walked to he door. He had no wish to meet this Narako again. Not with him trying to seduce Yusuke.
Dinner was rather unpleasant, or Hiei thought so anyways. The moment he walked in, he felt like he was being judged and analyzed. The table was not overly big, but there was enough distance for comfort. At least Hiei didn't have to worry about the lord harassing Yusuke at dinner.
The lord looked very well dressed and handsome. He put on a pleasant smile as he greeted both of them.
Yusuke looked uncomfortable, to say the least. It almost made Hiei feel bad for the boy, almost. Sitting down on the plush chair, Hiei noticed Narako's eyes directly on him. The demon had intense eyes, shining with a piercing clarity. It was enough to make people either stare in amazement, or back away in uneasiness. It only made Hiei glare back at the other demon. No way was he going to show any weakness, especially now.
"I hope you both find your rooms to your liking?" Narako asked politely.
"Yes. The room is very accommodating." Hiei replied.
Yusuke only nodded in reply. The way the two demons were glaring and judging each other, tension filled the room. Even the maids backed away a bit, not wanting to feel the lord's fury if anything happened.
"Don't you like the food, Yusuke? It's one of my favorites." The silver-haired demon asked.
Yusuke poked at the meat with his fork. It certainly looked like some kind of steak, medium rare, but…there was always the chance that he was eating something… entirely different. "What…is it?" He gave the demon a forced smile.
The situation almost made Hiei smile. The thing on their plate was most certainly beef, but Yusuke's looking paler by the second.
"What you ask? Well…it's some kind of… human…" Narako paused slightly to look at his spirit detective. Yusuke was indeed looking ready to pass out. In the corner of his eye, he saw Hiei trying to hide a smile. "…Cuisine. Beef I think." He finished and laughed as Yusuke let out a deep breath. "What? Do you expect that I will serve you something as unrefined as human meat?"
"No." Yusuke said stubbornly, even though moments before he really thought it was some human servant on his plate.
"Hmm…let's move on to the wine. It's from my own private wine cellar. Two hundred years old." He motioned for a servant to pour the wine.
Hiei waited for the Lord to sip his wine before he drank any. It was always better to be safe. The dark liquid ran smooth down his throat.
"Do you like the wine, Hiei?" Narako asked.
It surprised the black haired demon that Narako was asking him first, before Yusuke. Wasn't Yusuke the one he was trying to seduce? Hiei thought of giving somewhat of a rude reply, but decided against it. It will not do to get the Lord angry now. "Excellent." He said with a neutral voice.
"I'm glad. It's a bit stronger than your usual wine. I've been saving it, but it suits this occasion don't you think?" Narako placed his eyes on Hiei.
"And what occasion is this?" Yusuke spoke up before Hiei had time to devise a good answer.
Narako chuckled. "I have two handsome spirit detectives to have dinner with. You grace me with your presence, my dears. Why wouldn't anyone call this a special occasion?"
"Hehe…" Yusuke laughed nervously.
Hiei kept silent. Narako was playing with them, and Yusuke had to open his big mouth.
"Tomorrow is going to be a busy day. You two have a new dance routine to learn. I'll be supervising, of course." Narako kept talking.
Hiei drank more of his wine, concentrating on his food to drown out the Lord's voice. Narako was just telling them non-consequential things now. Hiei knew Narako was too smart to talk about anything important in front of them.
Yusuke nodded to the Lord. He, too, was trying to ignore the pleasant small talk they are now having. He kept putting food into his mouth and drinking. After a while, Yusuke realized that the servants continued to fill his glass. 'Shit, I drank too much,' he thought as he leaned heavily against the table.
"I think you've had enough wine, my dear Yusuke." Narako laughed as he motioned the servants to stop pouring the spirit detective anymore.
Dessert came and went quickly. The dinner was finally over. Hiei looked sympathetically to Yusuke. The entire time, Narako was directing his questions at the boy. Hiei, however, did not miss the small glances the Lord was giving him.
"I think Yusuke needs some help to his room." Narako said as he rose from his seat towards the boy.
Hiei took a protective step closer to Yusuke. He was not going to let Narako molest the intoxicated boy while he was there. "I can carry him. I think he can walk fine by himself. He just needs some support."
"Nonsense. It is partly my fault that he drank so much. It's only right that I help." Narako took Yusuke's hands and helped him stand.
Yusuke saw what Hiei was trying to do, but his head was spinning a bit. It got worst when he tried to stand, making him distribute his weight to the taller demon.
Hiei didn't like this one bit. "I can manage with him, my Lord."
Narako looked at the smaller demon and smiled. Hiei was quite protective of Yusuke. "I know you can, but let me do him this service, for it was my fault."
Hiei glared, but he could do nothing. He only watched as Yusuke sank his head against Narako's shoulder. The Lord whispered something in Yusuke's ears and the spirit detective blushed. It only angered Hiei more. How dare Narako place his hands on his Yusuke?
Narako pretended to not notice the energy radiating off Hiei. The dark-haired demon was not going to attack him here and now. Now that he was thinking of Hiei, he kind of liked the other demon. Hiei was strong and fierce, with an extremely loyal and protective side. Although he tries to act unaffectionate, he does small things to show he cares. How cute. It made Narako smile.
"Ah, we're here." Narako placed Yusuke on his bed. To Hiei's pleasant surprise, the Lord did no more than that. "Goodnight, Yusuke." Narako turned to face Hiei. "Now I believe your room is right across from this one?"
Hiei nodded, glad that he didn't have to defend Yusuke's dignity. Narako walked out of Yusuke's room and Hiei followed. Hiei had wanted to contact Koenma with Yusuke, but that would have to wait for another night. Maybe he should contact the others first, to let them know he was all right.
Narako didn't know what attracted him to Hiei, only that as he watched the evening unfold, the smaller demon had captured his interest. He is smaller than you. You can claim his body entirely with your own. Narako had to smile at that thought. But cute as Hiei was, Yusuke would be the only one in his heart. He could play with the demon for now, but Yusuke would have to be charmed completely. The Lord opened Hiei's door to let him in.
Hiei muttered a small murmur of thanks and walked in. He expected the door to close and he would have the night all to himself. But tonight just wasn't his night. All of a sudden, Hiei found himself trapped to the wall with Narako's body.
A strong arm was wrapped around his torso and the other held the back of his head. Soft lips flutter against his ears. "I was telling the truth when I called you two handsome." Without letting Hiei reply, Narako placed his lips on Hiei's. He held the dark haired demon close to him as their tongues battled.
Hiei positioned his hands to push the other away. How dare he kiss me! Worst when he's trying to court Yusuke. Hiei became furious and was about to attack when Narako pulled away as suddenly as he came.
Licking his lips, Narako leaned in towards Hiei. "You have sweet lips."
Fighting the urge to wipe his mouth with his sleeve, Hiei replied. "I thought you were trying to seduce Yusuke. What kind of a man cheats with another while trying to court the one they want?"
"I am, but I am not with him yet. Why not indulge myself while I'm a free man?" Narako's hand came up to Hiei's face, letting his fingers linger on his lips. "Too bad I'm so fond of my dear Yusuke, or else I would be in your bed tonight. Don't judge me yet, Hiei. I'm a loyal man to whomever I pledge my love to."
"In my bed? Do you think I will ever let you?" Hiei growled.
"Well, we're never going to find out now are we? A kiss is fine, but even I wouldn't betray my Yusuke that much. Goodnight, Hiei. Sweet dreams. I know that's what I'll be having." Narako walked away, laughing.