I'm back and with the second chapter. Sorry, I went on vacation so I was
not able to update for two weeks. Because of that I made this chapter
especially long for all of you! 3261 words, my biggest chapter yet! Tell me
your favorite couple and I'll try to get them in. I do not write boy/boy or
girl/girl. I only had two couples so I put some of my own in. Give me your
couple so I can put them in. So far I only have two and I think I'm going
to try the Shizuru/Koenma, it should be interesting.
Ok some people are a little confused so I will try to explain it a little better. Genkai never died, only seriously injured, or died and was reincarnated, take your pick. All that really matters is she is alive now. As for the POV mess up I have tried to fix that. My dreams in this fanfic will stay written like that, sorry. Yes, I know the constant switching in POVs are kinda confusing but bare with me, I made them like that. By the way, this is the correct spelling for Genkai, right? Oh yeah, Botan had her first mission in a month, but her training continued after for two months to complete the training. It was just too much to learn in one so they had to continue it after her first mission. Sorry for all the confusion.
Remember REVIEW. PLEASE!
To my reviewers (not in order) Misao-chan: Thank you for your review. And your welcome! ^_^
Rina-istorlle: I agree Hiei/Botan is a great couple! Thank you so much for your review!
Dixie Goddess: I didn't even realize that switched point of views, sorry! You want to see a Shizuru/Koenma huh? Well I don't have anything against that couple so I will try it. Keyword being TRY. You like to make things hard don't cha? I do too ^_^ Thanks for your review! And finally, a couple!
Moon Wolf: You're the other person who told me about the mix up in pov! Thanks for telling me! I hope I did better in this chapter! You sure are brave for giving your email address to people after giving your thoughts. I admire that. But don't worry I won't yell at ya! Thankies for your review!
Saelbu: You were my first reviewer! Ever! Thank you so very much! Glad you liked it!
Lemon Ice: So you want a Kurama/Shizuru? Ok, I'll try it! Sorry for making you wait and guess what? Hiei/Botan is my fav. Couple too! ^_^ They rock!
Lupine Shadow: Thank you I really tried my best on the chapter. I will try to answer your questions below.
zac: Thank you. I'm glad you liked the ending.
Jagan: Thankies Jagan!
mstheartre: Wow! I loved your review! Maybe the best so far! Sorry I took so long but I really tried to put this up as fast as I could! You never did tell me what couples you wanted.
Warrior of Chaos: Yay! I'm sure this will be a good story too! Thank ya!
SweetyPunkGurl: Your making a Hiei/Botan site? Good for you! What is it called, I'll visit it. Ummm a picture? Well umm how about one with Hiei and Botan on her oar or one with Hiei protecting Botan with his sword? I've always wanted to see one of those! That would look cute! Thanks for your review.
Jasmin: Yeah, Botan is my favorite girl in Yu Yu Hakusho. Thank you for reading and even more for reviewing!
triangle144: Thank you I will (
Anime Lover: Yes, they are cute aren't they? Thank you!
Botan: Love your name ( Thanks, I have been trying to keep the characters in check. Keep one thing in mind, Botan and Hiei rule!
EvenSong: I thought you were known as silverarrow? Oh well, thanks for reviewing. And yes I did want it confusing. Thanks Sara!
************************
The Will of the Fighter
Chapter 2
Mysterious Encounters
************************
Botan sprinted down the corner, careful to avoid any demon. She stopped to rest on the wall, panting slightly. Her newly trained ears picked up a menacing growl behind her. She spun around and gasped as she saw an ugly red horned demon.
No matter how many times Botan had killed them she still couldn't get used to their sickening appearance. With his sharp teeth bared and saliva dripping down his mouth, he charged her, claws first. Botan had just managed to avoid the head-on assault as she rolled out of the way. Thinking quickly, she used one of her moves.
" Blue Crusher," she yelled as blue spirit energy shot out of her palm aiming it at the enemy demon.
Because of her lack of training her aim was off, but still hit the ugly demon in the shoulder. The blast sent the demon into the wall, which crashed upon impact. She cursed herself for using a move that required spirit energy, for now she was totally drained.
Resting just a bit longer, she continues to run down the damaged hallway, praying no demon would see her. She had been here for over an hour and now she was tried. No more than tried, she was exhausted. Her legs were screaming for her to stop, but she ignored them anyway.
Unfortunately, luck was against her as three more demons spotted her and prepared to attack. She punched the first one then kicked him to the side. Turning around she grabbed a discarded metal pole and slammed it into the second demon's head. The third, however, slipped behind her, without her noticing. He raised his claws at her and slashed her good on the arm.
Botan screamed in pain as blood spilled from her arm. She sagged to the floor in agony, unable to hold herself up any longer. The demon raised his arm to give her the final blow. Botan closed her eyes and tried to brace herself for the upcoming attack. But it never came.
Botan opened her eyes to see the creature dead on the floor, one clean cut through his chest. A hand wrapped around her waist to help her stand.
" At least you kept yourself alive for your first mission anyway," Hiei told her softly.
************************
*ring *
*ring*
" Ahh," I screamed as I woke up from my dream.
I wobbled sleepily out of bed and took out my brush. Looking at the mirror, I let my eyes wander to my alarm clock. 9:35. 9:35! Shit, I was supposed to meet the gang at 9:30!
Ever since my new job, I have acquired a human body and an apartment. Stupid Koenma, he didn't even give me time to say goodbye to the other ferry girls or George. The only thing he gave me was my oar, which I can summon and control with my spirit energy.
In world record time, I put my hair in its normal pony tail, changed out of my pj's and into jeans and a pink top, sliding my shoes on, I ran out the door heading for the park.
**************************
As I expected, the whole group was already there. Hiei in his tree, Kurama standing beside it, and Yukina talking to both of them happily. Yusuke and Kuwabara had gotten into another one of their pointless fights, and poor Keiko was left to try and break them up.
" Hey, Botan, you're late, again," said Yusuke and all eyes turned to her.
" Heh, sorry guys, I sorta slept in, again," I said sheepishly.
Trying to change the subject, I asked ", what are we doing today?"
" We're going to Makai, to do a little shopping," Keiko replied.
"Keiko! I never said that!" Yusuke interjected.
" You didn't have to, I want to go, so I will. Besides I went there before"
" That was, different, you were with me the whole time, so I could protect you," Yusuke said desperately.
" Then the girls will just have to pair up with a guy, for protection," I thought it was time I came into the discussion.
" Oh, fine, but only if the others agree," Yusuke said defeatedly.
" Yukina, my love, I'd protect you with my life!" Kuwabara cried.
" Oh, Kazuma, you are so funny," Yukina giggled, thinking he was playing, missing just how serious he was about the matter.
" Yusuke, you're coming with me. I'm not letting you out of my sight after you ditched me for our date last Saturday," Keiko demanded.
" It wasn't my fault! Koenma gave me that mission out of the blue," Yusuke tried to retaliate.
" No buts," Keiko said and grabbed his arm, dragging him all the way. Yusuke didn't really care, he knew that this was how it would end anyway.
I walked to Hiei and looked up at him. He nodded and jumped from his tree, in a silent agreement to be my partner, landing beside me seconds later.
Even though with my new training and all, I didn't really need that much protection, we still stayed together for two reasons. One, Makai was filled with demons, and though unlikely, I may run into one or two stronger than myself. Two, the rest of the group still did not know of my new job as a spirit detective. They would think it weird if I did not go with someone.
The others looked at us quizzically. No dought what was going through their minds, when did those two get so damn close?
It was true, they were really close now. Some might say best friends. At first, they never showed there friendship, but as time passed they grew careless and things started to slip, making the others grow a little more than suspicious.
Kurama and Shizuru (ok I decided to try this couple) had paired up because they were the only ones without a partner.
***********************
I ran into the store excitedly with the other girl, racing to the kimonos. I saw a pink kimono with a red obi. What was weird was it looked extremely identical to my old ferry uniform, except looked more elegant and had woven blue flowers on the silky material.
" Botan, that would look so great on you! You should try it on," Yukina said smiling.
" Why thank you, Yukina, I think I will," I said happily.
We all took turns commenting each other and trying on clothes and accessories. Everyone bought at least a bags worth in the store.
" Hey, girls, I think we should go, the boys are probably getting restless, and I don't know about you, but I am not looking forward to them yelling at us for taking so long.," Shizuru said.
The girls nodded and walked outside the store, to where the guys were *ahem* waiting patiently for them.
***********************
" Oh, c'mon, how long does it take to buy some clothes?" I asked myself aloud.
" They can't just be trying on clothes can they, Hiei?" Yusuke asked.
I shook my head no.
" Keiko already has a full closet, I don't even want to think how she fits everything in there.," Yusuke added.
" Ah, they are women, it is what they do, anyway it has only been twenty minutes, they should be another twenty if they do a repeat of last time," Kurama said.
At this we all groaned.
Like Kurama said, they came out twenty-two minutes later to be exact, all with large shopping bags.
" Finally", Kuwabara snorted.
" Hey, we went as fast as we could, and for being such good boys we decided to reward you", Botan replied.
Kuwabara grinned stupidly.
" We are going on dates?"
" Eww, no we are going for ice cream!" Shizuru said.
That was fine with me for I was rather fond of ice cream now, especially vanilla.
Scouting all the demon, checking for anything out of the ordinary, I walked with Botan in the lead. Most of the demon looked at us hatefully but tried nothing so I saw no need to kill them, just yet anyway. A few looked at our women lustfully, but the girls missed the look and we ignored it. Some demon can just be so pitiful.
***********************
I spooned my precious vanilla ice cream into my mouth, savoring the taste.
" Mmm," Botan said with her own strawberry ice cream. " I just love strawberry! Oh, shoot! I forgot my bag. Hold on a sec. I'll be right back."
She moved to get up but I blocked her.
" You shouldn't go out by yourself, not here," I told her.
" Hiei, don't be ridiculous, I'll be back before you know it," Botan replied pushing past me and out the door.
The others were unaware of the whole thing, too busy chatting to notice. I paused momentarily, and then followed her out the door. Something was amiss and my instincts were seldom wrong.
***********************
Walking quietly, I sped off to the previous store where I had left my bag. I really am an idiot, I'd lose my head if it wasn't connected to me. Thanking the clerk I scampered out with my once forgotten shopping bag.
Feeling a little unnerved I half jogged half ran down the street. I later found that I did not know where I was. There was not much light, the streets all looked the same. Fear seized my heart at that moment. No, I must be calm. Oh, god, how can I be calm? I'm lost in the middle of Makai!
Sure, I could beat a lot of the demon here but what if I bump into someone more powerful and they attack. Anything can happen out here. I still have my Blue Crusher attack, but like Yusuke, when he first started, I can only use it once.
Losing all rational thoughts, I picked a random direction and ran blindly through the night. As I turned another corner a pair of strong arms caught me, midstep, and crushed me to the wall. One hand came to my mouth to stop any attempts of using my voice for help. I could tell he was a man because of his build.
I started to struggle, and he held me tighter, stopping me completely. He whispered something so softly I could hardly hear him.
" So you are Koenma's new spirit detective. A little young though aren't you? And very beautiful, might I add. Too beautiful to be mixed up with Hiei."
Surprise flickered through my across my face. No one knew about that. Well, aside from Koenma, Hiei, and myself. How did he find out? A complete stranger no less. And a powerful one at that. It's bad enough that he knows that I'm an inexperienced spirit detective, but he knows I work with Hiei too?
I turned around, still securely locked in his arms, to try to catch a glimpse of this man. I realized he was wearing a cloak, leaving nothing to be seen.
In a rush of wind, I was snatched out of the stranger's, and into more familiar arms. Relief washed over me. I was safe. Hiei was here now.
" Well, what do you know, the sword master arrives, good to see you again Hiei, it has been a while."
" Who are you? And what do you want?" Hiei's voice was deadly calm and threatening. I shivered, not used to his voice being so cold.
" You already know my name, or at least I should hope so. As for what I want, you will just have to find out."
With that said he dashed off with speed as great as Hiei's.
" Hiei we have a huge problem"
************************
She hates me now. She really, truly, 100% hates me. If she only knew that I did it for her, it was the only thing, I, Koenma, prince of Rekai could do to save her.
I sighed and gave up with the stamping papers. It all happened so fast.
As my assistant, Botan would always come with me to meetings with the other Lords, this one happened with a demon Lord of Makai. He happened to take an instant liking to Botan and that same day, wanted to court her. When I refused, he was furious. He threatened to get his warriors and kidnap her himself. I knew he was not fooling, so right after he left I thought of what I could do to help her. The problem was, in a situation like this, there isn't much anyone can do, prince or not.
I wanted to protect her myself but not being skilled in the area, I thought of something else. I decided in her becoming a new spirit detective for many reasons. A, she would have to get stronger to defend herself, B, she would have to get one of the gang to teach her, C, they would become close and so they could protect her, and D, there was just too much to do for just Yusuke anymore.
I told her my decision, without telling her anything except her job. She of coarse went into a rage, as she should with no explanation. In the end, she ran off crying on her oar, looking for someone to train her in the ways of fighting, breaking my heart in the process.
The last person I thought she'd choose was Hiei. I think she was surprised too, but it all worked out, I guess. Hiei was probably the strongest on our team, the most likely to kill anyway. If anyone could protect her, he could. I just hope it is enough.
Turning back to the papers on my desk I continued to stamp. Honestly, a trained monkey could do this.
***********************
" My lord."
I turned to see my right hand man kneeling before me.
" What is it, Horger?"
" My lord, your troops are almost ready"
" Good, report back to me when it is complete."
" Yes, sire."
Horger bowed in respect and took off down the hall, two men flanking his sides.
I smiled on my throne. It is almost finished, my treasure. Soon we will stand side by side, no matter how that retched prince tries to stop me.
Not only is she beautiful, she has powers that no one, not even she knows of. Soon that power will be mine and mine alone.
***********************
Evil laughter can be heard within the castle.
************************
Ok, now this is why it is partly AU. I don't know much, but I think originally there were only three demon lords. In my story there are many, all controlling a little bit of Makai. If anyone has any information on the three lords please send it to me at evilangel@comcast.net. Thanks! Also, I don't think you can really go shopping in Makai, well in this story you can. I think it would be cool to go to another world and but things, even if it is a demon world.
Now we know why Koenma made Botan a spirit detective, but who are these new lords? And who is the cloak guy who knew about Botan and Hiei? Wait for the next chapter to find out.
Thanks again for reading my story, please REVIEW! Give me couples for me to try, suggestion welcome, and easy on the flames. This is all new to me, remember it is my first fanfic. Sorry for the long wait!
~Freesia~
Ok some people are a little confused so I will try to explain it a little better. Genkai never died, only seriously injured, or died and was reincarnated, take your pick. All that really matters is she is alive now. As for the POV mess up I have tried to fix that. My dreams in this fanfic will stay written like that, sorry. Yes, I know the constant switching in POVs are kinda confusing but bare with me, I made them like that. By the way, this is the correct spelling for Genkai, right? Oh yeah, Botan had her first mission in a month, but her training continued after for two months to complete the training. It was just too much to learn in one so they had to continue it after her first mission. Sorry for all the confusion.
Remember REVIEW. PLEASE!
To my reviewers (not in order) Misao-chan: Thank you for your review. And your welcome! ^_^
Rina-istorlle: I agree Hiei/Botan is a great couple! Thank you so much for your review!
Dixie Goddess: I didn't even realize that switched point of views, sorry! You want to see a Shizuru/Koenma huh? Well I don't have anything against that couple so I will try it. Keyword being TRY. You like to make things hard don't cha? I do too ^_^ Thanks for your review! And finally, a couple!
Moon Wolf: You're the other person who told me about the mix up in pov! Thanks for telling me! I hope I did better in this chapter! You sure are brave for giving your email address to people after giving your thoughts. I admire that. But don't worry I won't yell at ya! Thankies for your review!
Saelbu: You were my first reviewer! Ever! Thank you so very much! Glad you liked it!
Lemon Ice: So you want a Kurama/Shizuru? Ok, I'll try it! Sorry for making you wait and guess what? Hiei/Botan is my fav. Couple too! ^_^ They rock!
Lupine Shadow: Thank you I really tried my best on the chapter. I will try to answer your questions below.
zac: Thank you. I'm glad you liked the ending.
Jagan: Thankies Jagan!
mstheartre: Wow! I loved your review! Maybe the best so far! Sorry I took so long but I really tried to put this up as fast as I could! You never did tell me what couples you wanted.
Warrior of Chaos: Yay! I'm sure this will be a good story too! Thank ya!
SweetyPunkGurl: Your making a Hiei/Botan site? Good for you! What is it called, I'll visit it. Ummm a picture? Well umm how about one with Hiei and Botan on her oar or one with Hiei protecting Botan with his sword? I've always wanted to see one of those! That would look cute! Thanks for your review.
Jasmin: Yeah, Botan is my favorite girl in Yu Yu Hakusho. Thank you for reading and even more for reviewing!
triangle144: Thank you I will (
Anime Lover: Yes, they are cute aren't they? Thank you!
Botan: Love your name ( Thanks, I have been trying to keep the characters in check. Keep one thing in mind, Botan and Hiei rule!
EvenSong: I thought you were known as silverarrow? Oh well, thanks for reviewing. And yes I did want it confusing. Thanks Sara!
************************
The Will of the Fighter
Chapter 2
Mysterious Encounters
************************
Botan sprinted down the corner, careful to avoid any demon. She stopped to rest on the wall, panting slightly. Her newly trained ears picked up a menacing growl behind her. She spun around and gasped as she saw an ugly red horned demon.
No matter how many times Botan had killed them she still couldn't get used to their sickening appearance. With his sharp teeth bared and saliva dripping down his mouth, he charged her, claws first. Botan had just managed to avoid the head-on assault as she rolled out of the way. Thinking quickly, she used one of her moves.
" Blue Crusher," she yelled as blue spirit energy shot out of her palm aiming it at the enemy demon.
Because of her lack of training her aim was off, but still hit the ugly demon in the shoulder. The blast sent the demon into the wall, which crashed upon impact. She cursed herself for using a move that required spirit energy, for now she was totally drained.
Resting just a bit longer, she continues to run down the damaged hallway, praying no demon would see her. She had been here for over an hour and now she was tried. No more than tried, she was exhausted. Her legs were screaming for her to stop, but she ignored them anyway.
Unfortunately, luck was against her as three more demons spotted her and prepared to attack. She punched the first one then kicked him to the side. Turning around she grabbed a discarded metal pole and slammed it into the second demon's head. The third, however, slipped behind her, without her noticing. He raised his claws at her and slashed her good on the arm.
Botan screamed in pain as blood spilled from her arm. She sagged to the floor in agony, unable to hold herself up any longer. The demon raised his arm to give her the final blow. Botan closed her eyes and tried to brace herself for the upcoming attack. But it never came.
Botan opened her eyes to see the creature dead on the floor, one clean cut through his chest. A hand wrapped around her waist to help her stand.
" At least you kept yourself alive for your first mission anyway," Hiei told her softly.
************************
*ring *
*ring*
" Ahh," I screamed as I woke up from my dream.
I wobbled sleepily out of bed and took out my brush. Looking at the mirror, I let my eyes wander to my alarm clock. 9:35. 9:35! Shit, I was supposed to meet the gang at 9:30!
Ever since my new job, I have acquired a human body and an apartment. Stupid Koenma, he didn't even give me time to say goodbye to the other ferry girls or George. The only thing he gave me was my oar, which I can summon and control with my spirit energy.
In world record time, I put my hair in its normal pony tail, changed out of my pj's and into jeans and a pink top, sliding my shoes on, I ran out the door heading for the park.
**************************
As I expected, the whole group was already there. Hiei in his tree, Kurama standing beside it, and Yukina talking to both of them happily. Yusuke and Kuwabara had gotten into another one of their pointless fights, and poor Keiko was left to try and break them up.
" Hey, Botan, you're late, again," said Yusuke and all eyes turned to her.
" Heh, sorry guys, I sorta slept in, again," I said sheepishly.
Trying to change the subject, I asked ", what are we doing today?"
" We're going to Makai, to do a little shopping," Keiko replied.
"Keiko! I never said that!" Yusuke interjected.
" You didn't have to, I want to go, so I will. Besides I went there before"
" That was, different, you were with me the whole time, so I could protect you," Yusuke said desperately.
" Then the girls will just have to pair up with a guy, for protection," I thought it was time I came into the discussion.
" Oh, fine, but only if the others agree," Yusuke said defeatedly.
" Yukina, my love, I'd protect you with my life!" Kuwabara cried.
" Oh, Kazuma, you are so funny," Yukina giggled, thinking he was playing, missing just how serious he was about the matter.
" Yusuke, you're coming with me. I'm not letting you out of my sight after you ditched me for our date last Saturday," Keiko demanded.
" It wasn't my fault! Koenma gave me that mission out of the blue," Yusuke tried to retaliate.
" No buts," Keiko said and grabbed his arm, dragging him all the way. Yusuke didn't really care, he knew that this was how it would end anyway.
I walked to Hiei and looked up at him. He nodded and jumped from his tree, in a silent agreement to be my partner, landing beside me seconds later.
Even though with my new training and all, I didn't really need that much protection, we still stayed together for two reasons. One, Makai was filled with demons, and though unlikely, I may run into one or two stronger than myself. Two, the rest of the group still did not know of my new job as a spirit detective. They would think it weird if I did not go with someone.
The others looked at us quizzically. No dought what was going through their minds, when did those two get so damn close?
It was true, they were really close now. Some might say best friends. At first, they never showed there friendship, but as time passed they grew careless and things started to slip, making the others grow a little more than suspicious.
Kurama and Shizuru (ok I decided to try this couple) had paired up because they were the only ones without a partner.
***********************
I ran into the store excitedly with the other girl, racing to the kimonos. I saw a pink kimono with a red obi. What was weird was it looked extremely identical to my old ferry uniform, except looked more elegant and had woven blue flowers on the silky material.
" Botan, that would look so great on you! You should try it on," Yukina said smiling.
" Why thank you, Yukina, I think I will," I said happily.
We all took turns commenting each other and trying on clothes and accessories. Everyone bought at least a bags worth in the store.
" Hey, girls, I think we should go, the boys are probably getting restless, and I don't know about you, but I am not looking forward to them yelling at us for taking so long.," Shizuru said.
The girls nodded and walked outside the store, to where the guys were *ahem* waiting patiently for them.
***********************
" Oh, c'mon, how long does it take to buy some clothes?" I asked myself aloud.
" They can't just be trying on clothes can they, Hiei?" Yusuke asked.
I shook my head no.
" Keiko already has a full closet, I don't even want to think how she fits everything in there.," Yusuke added.
" Ah, they are women, it is what they do, anyway it has only been twenty minutes, they should be another twenty if they do a repeat of last time," Kurama said.
At this we all groaned.
Like Kurama said, they came out twenty-two minutes later to be exact, all with large shopping bags.
" Finally", Kuwabara snorted.
" Hey, we went as fast as we could, and for being such good boys we decided to reward you", Botan replied.
Kuwabara grinned stupidly.
" We are going on dates?"
" Eww, no we are going for ice cream!" Shizuru said.
That was fine with me for I was rather fond of ice cream now, especially vanilla.
Scouting all the demon, checking for anything out of the ordinary, I walked with Botan in the lead. Most of the demon looked at us hatefully but tried nothing so I saw no need to kill them, just yet anyway. A few looked at our women lustfully, but the girls missed the look and we ignored it. Some demon can just be so pitiful.
***********************
I spooned my precious vanilla ice cream into my mouth, savoring the taste.
" Mmm," Botan said with her own strawberry ice cream. " I just love strawberry! Oh, shoot! I forgot my bag. Hold on a sec. I'll be right back."
She moved to get up but I blocked her.
" You shouldn't go out by yourself, not here," I told her.
" Hiei, don't be ridiculous, I'll be back before you know it," Botan replied pushing past me and out the door.
The others were unaware of the whole thing, too busy chatting to notice. I paused momentarily, and then followed her out the door. Something was amiss and my instincts were seldom wrong.
***********************
Walking quietly, I sped off to the previous store where I had left my bag. I really am an idiot, I'd lose my head if it wasn't connected to me. Thanking the clerk I scampered out with my once forgotten shopping bag.
Feeling a little unnerved I half jogged half ran down the street. I later found that I did not know where I was. There was not much light, the streets all looked the same. Fear seized my heart at that moment. No, I must be calm. Oh, god, how can I be calm? I'm lost in the middle of Makai!
Sure, I could beat a lot of the demon here but what if I bump into someone more powerful and they attack. Anything can happen out here. I still have my Blue Crusher attack, but like Yusuke, when he first started, I can only use it once.
Losing all rational thoughts, I picked a random direction and ran blindly through the night. As I turned another corner a pair of strong arms caught me, midstep, and crushed me to the wall. One hand came to my mouth to stop any attempts of using my voice for help. I could tell he was a man because of his build.
I started to struggle, and he held me tighter, stopping me completely. He whispered something so softly I could hardly hear him.
" So you are Koenma's new spirit detective. A little young though aren't you? And very beautiful, might I add. Too beautiful to be mixed up with Hiei."
Surprise flickered through my across my face. No one knew about that. Well, aside from Koenma, Hiei, and myself. How did he find out? A complete stranger no less. And a powerful one at that. It's bad enough that he knows that I'm an inexperienced spirit detective, but he knows I work with Hiei too?
I turned around, still securely locked in his arms, to try to catch a glimpse of this man. I realized he was wearing a cloak, leaving nothing to be seen.
In a rush of wind, I was snatched out of the stranger's, and into more familiar arms. Relief washed over me. I was safe. Hiei was here now.
" Well, what do you know, the sword master arrives, good to see you again Hiei, it has been a while."
" Who are you? And what do you want?" Hiei's voice was deadly calm and threatening. I shivered, not used to his voice being so cold.
" You already know my name, or at least I should hope so. As for what I want, you will just have to find out."
With that said he dashed off with speed as great as Hiei's.
" Hiei we have a huge problem"
************************
She hates me now. She really, truly, 100% hates me. If she only knew that I did it for her, it was the only thing, I, Koenma, prince of Rekai could do to save her.
I sighed and gave up with the stamping papers. It all happened so fast.
As my assistant, Botan would always come with me to meetings with the other Lords, this one happened with a demon Lord of Makai. He happened to take an instant liking to Botan and that same day, wanted to court her. When I refused, he was furious. He threatened to get his warriors and kidnap her himself. I knew he was not fooling, so right after he left I thought of what I could do to help her. The problem was, in a situation like this, there isn't much anyone can do, prince or not.
I wanted to protect her myself but not being skilled in the area, I thought of something else. I decided in her becoming a new spirit detective for many reasons. A, she would have to get stronger to defend herself, B, she would have to get one of the gang to teach her, C, they would become close and so they could protect her, and D, there was just too much to do for just Yusuke anymore.
I told her my decision, without telling her anything except her job. She of coarse went into a rage, as she should with no explanation. In the end, she ran off crying on her oar, looking for someone to train her in the ways of fighting, breaking my heart in the process.
The last person I thought she'd choose was Hiei. I think she was surprised too, but it all worked out, I guess. Hiei was probably the strongest on our team, the most likely to kill anyway. If anyone could protect her, he could. I just hope it is enough.
Turning back to the papers on my desk I continued to stamp. Honestly, a trained monkey could do this.
***********************
" My lord."
I turned to see my right hand man kneeling before me.
" What is it, Horger?"
" My lord, your troops are almost ready"
" Good, report back to me when it is complete."
" Yes, sire."
Horger bowed in respect and took off down the hall, two men flanking his sides.
I smiled on my throne. It is almost finished, my treasure. Soon we will stand side by side, no matter how that retched prince tries to stop me.
Not only is she beautiful, she has powers that no one, not even she knows of. Soon that power will be mine and mine alone.
***********************
Evil laughter can be heard within the castle.
************************
Ok, now this is why it is partly AU. I don't know much, but I think originally there were only three demon lords. In my story there are many, all controlling a little bit of Makai. If anyone has any information on the three lords please send it to me at evilangel@comcast.net. Thanks! Also, I don't think you can really go shopping in Makai, well in this story you can. I think it would be cool to go to another world and but things, even if it is a demon world.
Now we know why Koenma made Botan a spirit detective, but who are these new lords? And who is the cloak guy who knew about Botan and Hiei? Wait for the next chapter to find out.
Thanks again for reading my story, please REVIEW! Give me couples for me to try, suggestion welcome, and easy on the flames. This is all new to me, remember it is my first fanfic. Sorry for the long wait!
~Freesia~