Hello everyone! I am home sick today and decided to write and post the next chapter. I might finish this story within the next three to 5 days. There will only be 10 to 12 chapters, then the thrid part of the story. As I mentioned once before, this will be a trilogy. 30 or more chapters. Be prepared for many surprises and...sadly...some character deaths.

Enjoy thsi eventful chapter!

"So you lost your memory from a spell that Takanashi cast which was originally made for Hiei but you jumped in the way so you don't remeber anything from 607 years ago to today and you can't find a way to reverse it?"

"Basicly."

"Ahh...I understand."

Keiko and Inazuma sat at a kitchen counter sipping tea. They had traveled to Genkai's and stayed there when the old psychic was sent home to rest. Reikai had yet to figure out what was wrong with her. At first, it looked like a normal cold, but soon after her Reiki (spirit energy) started going out of control until it nearly ran out. Luckily, she managed to gain control, but because of it, she was rather weak and bed-ridden. Yukina stayed with her night and day, attempting to keep her fever down. Keiko brought food to them and talked with Yukina, trying to keep her mind away from the possible event that could happen, the death of Genkai. Keiko stayed with Genkai while the others left on the 'mission' to find 'demons', but actually found Inazuma, which everyone was greatful for. As soon as they arrived at the psychics temple, Inazuma checked on her. She could not figure out what made Genkai sick, but gave Yukina instructions to keep the temperature below freezing in the room. If it is a virus, bacteria, or poison, keeping it very cold will slow the spreading, while the high temperature within Genkai's body will try to kill it. As the two sat at the counter, Kazuma came rushing in.

"There's...something wrong with Yukina, now. I went to check on her...and she was shaking and coughing. It seems like...she is getting the same thing Genkai has." he panted, having run from the room on the other side of the temple.

"Tell me more as we walk." Inazuma demanded, rising from her seat and leaving the kitchen.

Kazuma and Keiko followed behind her as she took the short way to the far end. They moved the psychic there so as not have her interact with the others...just in case. Now, Inazuma's worst fear came true. Whatever Genkai has, it's contagious and Yukina has caught it.

"I went into the room to ask Yukina if she was hungry and also to check on Genkai." started Kazuma. "When I entered, she was laying on the ground, bundled up, shaking. She coughed rather hard and brought up blood. I tried to get close to her, but a wave of energy shot from her body and knocked me out of the room. I didn't know what to do so I came to get you."

"That was a very wise thing. It seems like it can be passed which means that Keiko has it to."

Keiko gasped. She did spend a lot of time with the old psychic, especially when the others were gone, but why hasn't she shown any symptoms yet.

"I am afraid I know what is going on. I once read about a drug created from a deadly plant in Makai. It causes death in anyone who attracts it. There has been no cure created as of yet, or to my knowledge. Demons and psychics catch it much quicker because of their high levels of Reiki or Youki. Regular humans can catch it, but it takes longer for signs to appear, but it also kills them quicker. I should know, I have seen it happen before. They seem perfectly alright, at first, then, they fall over, rejecting their stomach contents, temperature goes up, mind becomes unstable, and finally, death. It all happens in less then 2 minutes." She faces the pale Keiko. "We will find a way to reverse it. I do not know how, but we will. I have a feeling Takanashi did this in order to...get back at us. From what I have been told about him, he will, not only use it on our friends, but use it as a means of persuasion."

They reached the room and found Yusuke, Kurama, Hiei, Botan, Koenma, and Koka waiting outside. Yusuke saw his fiance and made his way to her, only to be stopped by Inazuma.

"Do not go near her. She is infected as well. Kazuma, you should be alright, so go over with the others."

He followed her orders. Yusuke gazed at Keiko with a sad look in his eyes.

"Do you know what is going on?" Koenma asked her.

"Yes, I believe so, my lord. There was a drug in Makai, which I am sure you know about. It is called the Hikan-Tyshin drug. The reason it was created was to torture humans, but they found other ways to use it. I believe that Takanashi somehow obtained it and is using it as a means to get others on to his side or get back at his enemies, which would be all of us. He must have broke into the temple and infected Master Genkai. Anyone who is in contact with her for extended periods of time will catch it, because it travels through contact and breath. Now, Keiko, you have to go into the room. I am sorry, but we do not want it to spread."

"Of course."

She smiled at everyone, especially Yusuke, and made her way into the room. A sadness lingered in the air as everyone sorted out all that was happening. Koenma knew that Takanashi will use it against the humans, thereby causing many of them to die. He walked over to Inazuma.

"I must head back to Reikai. If there is anything that you need, do not hesitate to contact me."

"There is something that I need right now." She walked over to Koka, Hiei, and Kurama.

The child was clinging to Hiei's pant leg as he leaned against the wall, deep in thought.

"I have a favor." she began, facing Kurama. "There is an old hermit who lives in the Kaihan Forest in Makai. I am sure I told Koka about him." the child nodded. "Well, he has the drug there. I need for you three to retrive it. He will also have a plant called the Boketsuin, which is used to create counter-poisons. If you can get these items for me, I might be able to create an antidote. Koka knows where it is, that much I am certain. If Koenma will, take a portal to the outside of the forest. He lives about a mile in. You must prove yourself to him before he gives you information on anything. It would be good if Youko came out for this mission. The hermit was quite fond of him. Is that alright with all of you?"

Koenma, Kurama, and Koka nodded. Hiei just 'Hn'ed.

"Good. You best hurry. Take some supplies with you and weapons."

Kurama and Hiei left to go do so, while Koka went over to Inazuma. Tugging at her pants leg, Koka tried to Inazuma's attention. She knelt down next to her.

"I don't have a weapon. You trained me, but I never got one."

"You do need one, just in case. Is there an armory in this temple?" she asked, gazing at Botan.

"Of course."

Leading them down the hall, they came to a rather large room where inside weapons of all sorts covered the walls. Inazuma looked around, trying to find the perfect weapon for the neko. Finding a Tanto (a small blade about 8 in long with a sheath) and a Keibo ( a stick measuring 1ft 1.65in), she gave them to Koka.

"You know how to use them?"

"Yes I do. You taught me a lot."

"You're only five?"

"Hai!"

"Wow. A very smart child you are."

The three went back to the room where Kurama, Hiei, and Koenma awaited them. A portal loomed beside the Reikai prince.

"I see all is ready. Remember to be careful." Inazuma said, helping Koka strap Keibo to her back and Tanto to her side. "Hiei, use the authority you have. The hermit, Shigon, cannot deny you entrance, nor can he stop Koka. Good luck."

She gave Koka a kiss on the forehead and stood up. Koka took Kurama and Hiei's hands and went into the portal. It closed behind them. Koenma bowed to Inazuma, who bowed in return and disappeared in a puff of smoke. Botan and Kazuma stood beside her.

"Is there anything that we can help with?" asked the ferry girl.

"Yes, there is. Botan, prepare Reikai for incoming dead for I know Takanashi will begin his assault very soon. Also, travel to Makai and inform Mukuro and Yomi of all that has unfolded. I am afraid that the worst is on it's way. A battle looms ahead."

"Understood." she summoned her oar.

"Be careful."

"I will and you too."

"Tell Koenma, Mukuro, and Yomi to prepare troops for battle."

"I will."

Botan sat on the oar and took off out of the temple through an open door and made their way to Reikai. Inazuma looked over at Kazuma.

"Could you go get a change of warm clothes for Keiko and Yukina and also get some more blankets. If you do not mind, after you do that and bring them to me, gather as many supplies as you can; bandages, non-perishable food, candles, flints, anything that could be of some use."

"No problem." he replied, taking off to do as she asked.

She bowed her head and walked into the room. It was still very cold in it. Keiko sat in the corner, wrapped tightly in blankets. Yukina was asleep on the floor beside Genkai's mat.

"Everyone is gone, Keiko, save for Kazuma who is getting you some warm clothes and more blankets. You should rest."

"Of...course." she replied, teeth chattering.

"I will set to work of trying to help all of you. Just lay here on this mat"

Keiko rose from the corner and laid down on the mat close to the wall. Inazuma knelt next to Yukina and picked her up. Setting her on another mat, she sat in between her and Genkai. Reiki flowed from her body and encompassed the two beside her. Keiko watched with interest. Inazuma left her alone for now, waiting for Kazuma to return with clothes. The Reiki traveled though Genkai and Yukina's bodies, searching for the poison. Upon finding it, the energy put the two women into suspended animation, freezing their bodies in order to prevent spreading. She checked them more closely and came to a conclusion. It had not spread very far in Yukina, therefore she can live, but it had raveged the old psychics body to much. There is no way she can make it. Inazuma looked over at Keiko. She could read the expression on the demons face. Genkai was not going to live. Nodding her head, she basicly told Inazuma it was for the best. Choosing to let her die in peace, Inazuma kept the energy in Genkai's body so she can pass away quietly. She knew everyone would be terribly sad, but there is no other way. She just hopes the others will get to the forest in time in order to save Yukina, Keiko, and anyone who might be infected.

I'm bad. I ended it on a sad cliffie. Do not worry though for I should and most likely will have the next chapter out today. Keep an eye...or two...out!

Thank you for the review Slancaster 113, my one and only faithful reviewer.

-UtsukushiiCho