Opposites Always Attract

"Speaking"

Thinking

Telepathy

((My Notes))

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MystiKoorime: -sighs- What it really says is: I don't own Yu Yu Hakusho.

Chapter 6: Friends?

Botan walked into the white tiled floor bathroom and turned the tap on in the bathtub. The bathroom had white marble counters, with various beauty products strewn all over, a vanity mirror, bathtub, a shower, and of course, a toilet. It was very spacious, and had scented candles all over the place.

"Today was nice...", Botan said quietly to herself as she reflected upon the days events. Her and Hiei went out, bought ice cream, fell into a lake, walked home together, and even got to know each other better. They didn't even fight...ok, so maybe there was that small argument in the lake, but that was it!

But something was still eating her up inside, did Hiei consider them as friends? After all they've been through, she'd hope so. Botan quickly ran back to the door and opened it, only to find Hiei sprawled out on the couch. Well I might as well give it a try... He's already given me this much information about him, why not try one last question?

"Say Hiei, do you think we're...um you know, friends?"

Hiei was laying down on the couch with his eyes closed. From anyone else's point of view you'd think the koorime was sleeping, but in truth he was just resting his eyes. He had heard what Botan asked him and pondered it. There were only a few people Hiei learned to trust, or respect, and even fewer he'd call friends.

Friends? Why is she so curious about everything today? ... Hm. The kitsune is probably my closest 'friend', then there's that cocky spirit detective, and the buffoon Kuwabaka. After all the battles we've been through I guess I consider them as allies, or friends as ningens prefer to say. As much as I'd hate to admit it, she is growing on me. I did know her for a long time...and she doesn't irritate me as much as she used to.

In response to Hieis silence the blue haired beauty walked up to the couch to find him "sleeping". She looked at him closely. His eyebrows were furrowed, and his mouth was twisted. He almost looked as if he were concentrating on something.

Funny, I thought even Hiei would be calm when he sleeps. Absentmindedly she walked into the steamy bathroom, and took off her clothes. As she looked down she realized the tub was overflowing with water and her tiled floor was now covered it hot water.

"OH MY GOSH!" Botan shrieked as she wrapped a towel around her body hurriedly and turned off the tap. Hearing her scream Hiei jumped from the couch and ran right in the bathroom. "Onna what the hell did you-" Hiei started as he peered into the bathroom to find Botan in a cream towel that stopped at her mid-thigh.

An uncomfortable silence greeted their ears as they stared at each other, too wrapped up in their own thoughts to move until...

"YOU JERK! Don't you have the decency to knock before entering! What if I was-"

"-I thought you were in danger." Hiei said looking down, and not to take advantage of Botan in the state she was in. ((Aww what a gentleman!)) The blush on Botan's face became even redder, when she heard Hiei's answer. He...he was worried about me. She quickly looked down trying to avoid Hiei's gaze.

"Sorry.. I didn't know you were trying to help...", Botan replied softly. "Hn. I'll leave you to clean the mess you've made." Hiei stated referring to the mini flood. Hiei went back into the living room and sat down at the couch. He turned on the television and flipped through the channels.

There's nothing on the television, I wonder how do ningens waste their life in front of that crap? That's probably what turned Yusuke and Kuwabara so dumb. Must've been what made the onna turn out the way she was too. Hm. The onna. Why was I so worried about her when I heard her shriek? Why did I feel so awful at the sound of agony in her voice, even if it was just a little? As soon as I heard her yell, I was off of the couch, and in the bathroom. Must have been my demon instinct, I guess. Or maybe it was just the thought of her being in danger that gave me strength. No. Could it be? Was I actually that worried about her well being? Did her safety actually mean that much to me?.. Must be the honor code. ((Damn, make up your MIND HIEI!))

Meanwhile Botan finished cleaning the mess she made, and was currently contemplating Hiei's actions while in the bathtub. Wow, I can't believe Hiei was actually worried about me... I never thought in a million years he'd be concerned about my well being. The thought brought a crimson blush on the deity's face as she smiled.

Hiei was worried about me. That one statement made her heart do flips. Why did it make her feel so happy, and safe?

"Get a grip Botan, he is supposed to be protecting you that's all...", Botan told herself. 'But then...why did he look so worried? Maybe I'm growing on him. He must think of me as more than a foolish ferry girl, maybe even a friend?' Botan reassured herself as she finished her bath, got changed, and exited the bathroom.

"The bathrooms all yours Hiei." Botan stated as she entered her bedroom and prepared to go to bed.

((Next Day))

"Hey, maybe we shouldn't go in there. Hiei and Botan need their privacy." Yusuke stated. "Oh, that's sweet of you Yusuke, but they need company at a time like this. Well, Botan anyway." Keiko replied oblivious to what Yusuke was really getting at. "I mean they wouldn't want us to barge in on them having se-", Yusuke started as Keiko promptly clamped her hand over his mouth while yelling, "YOU PERVERT!" Slap.

"That must be the others." Botan stated running to the door. Keiko, Kurama, Shizuru, Yukina, Kuwabara, and Yusuke walked in rubbing his cheek and pouting. Hiei smirked from the couch, that's what he gets for saying something so foolish about the me and the onna.

"Well we decided to take your minds off of the spirit thing, and come over. I mean you must be worried, since you never know who it could be possessing, when it can possess someone and-", Kuwabara began. "Um, I think you'll end up getting them more nervous if you continue Kazuma." Yukina cut in as he smiled sheepishly.

"Let's just forget about the spirit situation for today." Kurama stated. "Yeah, Kurama's right. We came here to have fun didn't we?" Yusuke declared. "Well what did you guys have planned for us?" Botan asked smiling. "The girls and I are going to give Botan her very own spa day. You guys can figure out what you want to do with Hiei, since I don't think he'd appreciate us putting spa items all over his face." Shizuru replied as Keiko lead Botan into her room.

"So Hiei what's your idea of relaxing?" Kurama questioned, knowing what the answer would be. "What do you think baka? I can't 'relax' with you all here. But the closest thing to it would be sparring." He concluded as if it were the most obvious thing. "Should've known. The only thing shorty's good at is fighting!" Kuwabara replied. "Sorry I can't say the same for you." He shot back glaring.

"HEY! I heard that hamster legs!" Kuwabara stated. "I'm impressed your minuscule brain actually processed that thought." Hiei answered as they all walked outside. "MY BRAIN ISN'T MINUSCULE!" ((Yeah you tell him Kuwabara!))

"Today is going to be a day of pure relaxation! Oh you're going to have so much fun!" Keiko said as Yukina giggled. "So what did you guys bring?" Botan asked giddily. "Let's see..", Shizuru replied as she rummaged through the duffel bag. "One, two, make that five packages of facial masks, pedicure foot spa, massage oils, lotion, nail polish, oh and those small slices of cucumbers." Shizuru finished. "Wow, you guys thought of everything!" Botan replied eyeing all of the items they bought.

Naturally Kuwabara and Hiei fought first. Hiei thought it would be a good warm up, and Kuwabara said he'd finally get to give Hiei what he deserved. Kuwabara stated that he could defeat Hiei without his Spirit Sword, so Hiei refrained from using his katana. Whoever fell to the ground first would be the loser. Kuwabara started off with a fury of fist attacks; Hiei dodged each one. Getting tired of Kuwabaras endless assault, Hiei effortlessly placed his foot in back of Kuwabaras and kicked him to the ground. "Next." Hiei stated as Yusuke took Kuwabaras place.

"So how is it living with Hiei?" Shizuru asked curiously. "Well. It's a lot easier than I would've thought... I'm not even afraid of him anymore!" Botan stated as she placed her feet in the pedicure foot spa. "I mean I never would've thought in a million years that we'd be living together, even if it's temporary. I thought for sure he would've killed me the moment he stepped foot into the apartment." Botan answered. "Enough with the small talk! What's really going on with you and Hiei! I mean you guys have been living together, don't tell me nothing happened! There's got to be some sort of relationship...", Keiko implied.

Yusuke and Hiei were still at it. None of them lost balance yet. After a series of blocks, punches, kicks, and spirit guns Yusuke became bored. He was waiting for Hiei to lose his guard, that was when he'd be able to defeat him. There was only one problem, Hiei never let down his guard. That is until something caught his attention. He overheard part of the girls conversation, after all his demon hearing was sharpened when in battle. Relationship? What relationship? He stopped fighting and turned towards the direction of Botans apartment. At that moment Yusukes fists connected with Hieis face sending him flying backwards. He hit the ground, and lost the match. "Oh yeah! I won! C'mon Fox boy you're next!" Yusuke shouted. "I need water." Hiei stated simply as he got up and walked towards the apartment.

"I think you've been around Yusuke too much!" Botan stated sheepishly. "Keiko's right! I mean there has got to be something going on between the two of you!" Shizuru added. By now Hiei was inside the house listening. What am I doing? Since when has the wielder of the dragon had to spy on others to get information? I could used to be able to torture the information out of people. Hn, I really need to go back to Makai. I'm getting soft

"Well, our relationship has changed a bit I guess. I haven't realized it, but I feel more comfortable around himJust having his presence near me is all I need to feel safe. I asked him if he thought we were friends last night, but he fell asleep before he could answer me. I hope he does though...", Botan replied wistfully.

"That's great. I'm happy for you Botan." Yukina said. "Yeah, pretty soon there'll be wedding bells." Shizuru answered. "N-nani? I-I don't, I c-cant...I mean th-that's-" Botan stammered, a tint of pink evident on her cheeks. "Calm down I was just kidding. With that kind of reaction I'm beginning to think you really are in love with him." Shizuru joked.

After a few more hours of pampering and training they decided to leave. Hiei and Botan were once again left alone. "So did you have a good time?" Botan asked. "Of course. I got to make a fool out of the Kuwabara." Hiei answered with a smirk. Botan smiled knowingly as she rolled her eyes. Hiei got up from the couch he was sitting on but before he left he turned to face her. "About what you said last night, the answer is yes."

Botans face lit up with joy and she jumped off of the couch and onto Hiei. "Really you mean it? I'm so glad Hiei!" Botan stated as she hugged him harder. Hiei looked down at the ferry girl trying to conceal the embarrassment on his face.

"Onna."

"Yeah?"

"Get off of me." Hiei stated gruffly as she quickly let go realizing it was Hiei she was hugging. "Sorry about that, I was just so happy!" Botan replied. "Yeah well just don't let it happen again." Hiei answered walking back into his room. What is it with her and hugging? But it did feel..kind of...nice... It must be because she still smells like the sweet snow we ate yesterday.

Yeah, that's it.

Heyy Heyy Guys! I'm BACK! Sorry for taking so long. School started and I'm lazy. Plus I really didn't know where to pick up from. YAY Hiei and Botan are friends! Aren't you happy? I am. Review Please! They keep a smile on my face. And I bet Jin and Touya would love you forever if you review! My goal is twenty reviews and I'll update! ;;