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Isamu flinched, keeping his eyes on his plate of food. Kenta sighed realizing the pack wasn't going to speak up. now I know somthing is wrong, and to be honest I was getting a bit annoyed. I needed answers, and I needed them now. "As you know I was Kiyoshi's best friend, I have known him for many years….about a year ago I had a vision that Kiyoshi and Akemi would die and Amaya was to become a spirit detective, I went to Kiyoshi to explain what I had seen. He wasn't surprised; He had a bad feeling something horrible was going to happen. His only concern was Amaya, He feared the depression would be too much for her to handle so he told the pack what was going to happen. They were shocked when he told them not to tell Amaya. When they objected He said If she found out she would have stormed into Koenma's office with the intent to Kill. So they kept it a secret, she feels betrayed by her pack….and rightfully so" I took a moment to process the information, everyone became silent. It made sense Amaya was close to the pack everyone could see that, and this would explain her hostility. damn this was going to be even harder "I see…..when we bring her back to the mansion one of us will have to keep an eye on her, and since she lost trust in the pack it would be unwise for it to be them who watch her" the others agreed and Kane looked up, his eyes were bloodshot from crying and held such guilt. I did feel bad for them dont get me wrong, but i cant help but feel a bit of anger. They caused more pain then needed "I think it would be best if we weren't around her for a while…..our presence might cause her to back step into the depression." I looked at him, yes that could work or it could back fire "When will you return?...she does need you even if she doesn't realize it" Kane sighed "we will come to her aid if she needs us, but we will return when she is ready to handle us being around." I nodded, as long as they dont leave her for good this may work "I see then the only question that remains is who will watch her" there was the tough question.
Kenta looked over at Amaya who was still chasing the butterfly "she seems more comfortable around you Kurama…and Hiei" Hiei glared out a window and Yusuke and Kuwabara choked of their food, I sweat dropped at the scene. "Why the shrimp?" Kuwabara asked composing himself first, Yusuke was finally able to breathe and nodded "yeah I mean I see Kurama He's been nice to her but Hiei? He's an angry leprechaun all he needs is a green outfit….and mine won't fit him" Hiei turned towards Yusuke Glaring hatefully at the detective. I chuckled causing Hiei to look at me, what I cant help it? I may be the mature one of the group but cant I have a good laugh to? and it was true she did seem comfortable around him 'shut it fox if you know what's good for you' he said in my mind, I smiled sheepishly 'sorry Hiei I couldn't resist' I heard him growl as he looked out the window again. 'Did you check on her Hiei when she was outside? I hope you were pleasant' I asked, He just stared out the window but then I heard him answer 'Im not gonna let the onna cry on my shoulder if that's what you wanted but I told her the truth, that the depression is controlling her' I nodded as Kenta softly laugh, yes I wouldnt expect anything else form hiei "She feels a connection with him, she spoke to you am I right Hiei?" I was a little shocked that he knew but then remembered he was a psychic demon after all, 'He must have been reading our minds' and my thoughts were confirmed when he smiled at me. Thats odd I didnt even feel his presence and judging by Hiei's expression niether did He.
Hiei looked at Kenta then looked out the window "hn" Kenta shook his head "I'll take that as a yes, you see in the state she is in now she won't speak to anyone except for me. The fact that she spoke to Hiei is very interesting. No doubt you, Kurama, told Hiei to check on her" I laughed "yes it's true, Yoko spoke with me and told me to give her a reason to hold on to life, since she does not like sympathy I assumed Kind word would only anger her" Kenta smiled and Yusuke, who was finally done pigging out, looked at me "So what you're saying is you sent Hiei to mock her and her depression to make her want to live?" his eyes showing confusion. A smart demon always has a plan, especially a fox demon.
"Think of it as reverse psychology Yusuke, Mock her and she will strive to prove you wrong" He nodded but I could see that Kuwabara didn't fully understand. well atleast he was trying, I shook my head as if telling him not to dwell on it. after all it could hurt him if he thought to hard. it suprised me that Hiei didnt comment on that. speaking of which..I couldn't help but smirk to myself, while I did ask Hiei to check on her He went without putting up a fight, which I didn't expect. Hiei glared at me, His eyes read a strict warning Think that though again and I will kill you. I just turned my gaze to Amaya who had fallen asleep and was now curled into a ball, the butterfly resting on the table. It was a shame she had to be put through so much. Then I heard the clock ring, I looked at the clock and saw that it was getting late "I think that it's time we go to bed, come I will show you to your rooms" Kenta said and he walked into the living room and scooped up the sleeping pup. And all of us followed Kenta down the hallway of the large home; due to the large spaces we were all able to get our own room.
Kenta showed my room last "I want to thank you Kurama" he said stepping into the spacious room. I looked at him, studying him and waiting for him to explain "for what?" Kenta glanced at Amaya sleeping in his arms "I saw Amaya's future, It's not an easy one for she will have a long hard battle to face, the depression only being a stepping stone. But I watched at how happy she was, you guys will change her into something wonderful. She was carefree, smiling and laughing. She may not believe it but you guys will be the best thing for her. The future is not set in stone yet, so please make sure you help her. You will be all she has for a long time, don't let her slip away." I nodded, yes we needed to help her or like yoko warned she will not make it. "I swear to you we will help her through it, but how do you have so much faith in us?" after all he just met us, Kenta chuckled "because she is already changing in more ways than one" with that he turned and walked out of the room leaving me to think. Is that true? then there maybe a good chance she can pull through this...but what will come of her with the liquid...or poison...coursing through her veins? this will complicate matters. and while these enemies were a concern since we didn't know anything about them, The depression will prove to be a bigger challenge. after all the struggles on the inside are worse then the hardships we face on the out.
*Your POV*
I woke up to the sun shining through the window. Stretching and yawning I looked at the clock and saw it was 6:00. damn I slept like a baby, I jumped of the bed and walked out of the room. lets see if Kenta's up...maybe he can look into the future more to see what will happen to me. I heard a door open down the hall; I turned and saw Hiei walk out of a room. I forgot all of them were here, I felt guilt weld up inside, just because I was upset that didn't mean I had a right to snap at him. He looked at me then walked right past, I took a deep breath and swallowed my pride. "Hiei" I called out, he stopped at the top of the stairs and turned to face me. I could tell what he was thinking since his face was just a blank stare. I looked at the floor for a second then back at him, damn if I dont say something fast im going to lose all confidence to apologize "I uh I'm sorry…I shouldn't have snapped at you…I was just so angry that I snapped at the first person I saw and I'm sorry for it" I stared at him waiting for him to say something, which he probably wont, when I heard footsteps I turned around and saw Ken. oh no!
He stared at me as he kept walking toward me. My ears pressed against my head and my tail went between my legs. no no no "Amaya we need to talk" I growled pathetically backing up, I was shaking now, I didn't want to be near any of my pack members. can I run? crap he's infront of my door and Hiei is blocking the stairs. Just as Ken got within 2 feet of me, I felt 2 strong arms pick me up. I looked up and saw Hiei Glaring at Ken. of course I wouldn't admit but I felt safe in his arms. 'he's protecting me?' Without another word Hiei turned around and walked down stairs and into the living room. He sat on the large windowsill with me in his lap. I was still shaking from Ken, I wasn't afraid of him...Ok I was a little, I knew he wouldn't hurt me but I didn't trust him or the others right now. I felt a hand softly petting me; I looked up at Hiei who was staring out the window. It was surprisingly calming, I actually felt myself getting tired, but I tried to fight it. 'sleep onna, it will be ok' I believed him and allowed myself to fall asleep in his lap.
I awoke to some yelling, Still half asleep I looked up and saw Hiei with a pissed off look on his face. what's got his panties in a twist? I turned and saw Yusuke and Kuwabara running around holding their asses, I cocked my head in confusion. what's wrong with them? Upon hearing a chuckle I looked at Kurama, He was looking at me with an amused expression. I cocked my head to the other side, waiting for him to explain what happened. He shook his head "they were messing with Hiei and He got angry so he threw fireballs at them" I looked at Hiei, what did they say this time to get Him hot under the collar? He didn't look at me but I heard in my head 'Nothing that concerns you onna….drop it' I could've sworn I saw him blush. I just brushed it off not wanting to aggravate him any more then he already was. I secretly wanted to know though since I saw Kurama smirking at Hiei. I looked over at the clocked and saw it was 10, I was a little shocked that Hiei allowed me to stay in his lap that long. 'The fox said you needed sleep' I nodded my head, though i couldve fallen asleep under a chair or something 'thank you Hiei' I saw him glance at me then turned and looked out the window again. 'hn' he replied, I knew that was his way of saying your welcome. or as close to it as I would get, I jumped out of Hiei's lap and stretched. I walked toward the kitchen, stopping in the doorway to look around; making sure my pack wasn't around. "they left Hun" I turned and saw Kenta sitting at the table with a cup of tea. I trotted over and hoped onto the chair and onto the table. hey I may be small but I can jump! "they left an hour ago, said it would be better for you" I glared at the table 'how typical the traitors abandoned me' I thought bitterly. I knew this would happen, Kenta sighed "they did not abandon you, they left because it was painful for you to be around them, because you were afraid of them. So they decided to leave until you can handle being around them" I rolled my eyes and jumped of the table, yeah sure keep giving them excusses. I walked into the living room, Sometimes I really hated his mind reading powers. nosey good for nothing psychic demon "I heard that!" he yelled from the kitchen, I growled yeah I REALLY hated his powers sometimes.
I saw everyone sitting around talking, well except for Hiei who was being Mr. Grumpy. Yusuke looked over at me and smiled "Hey Amaya were going to head out now, and head back to the mansion before the toddler wets his diaper, plus we need to explain your condition to him" I nodded wanting nothing more then to go back to the mansion and stay in my room. Kenta appeared from the kitchen and everybody said goodbye. Just then a blue portal appeared "well there's our ride, lets go" Yusuke said as he jumped through everyone but me following. I turned to Kenta sadly not wanting to leave him, after all I didnt know when I would see him again. He was my last connection to Kiyoshi, He smiled and pulled something out of his pocket.
It was a Black collar; it had diamond studs on it with a black dragon charm on the front. I looked at him confused He simply knelt down and clipped it on. I must admit it was very pretty "We don't know who these people that are that are after you, nor do we know what they want or what they are capable of. This collar protects you somewhat mentally; you'll gain three abilities in time one to block your mind almost like putting up a barrier, second you'll be able to read minds, like Hiei and I, and lastly telekinesis, once you show these powers you will have to train with them. Not always in that order, At least I can rest easy knowing you have some protection" I looked at him and nodded. He always did like having a plan. Without a second hesitation I jumped in to his arms, he hugged me letting me know everything will be ok. will it kenta? or will this destroy me? After a moment he put me down "go on their waiting for you" I looked at the portal and back at him. I licked his hand and backed up. "thank you Kenta for everything" with that I jumped into the portal. Kenta smiled at the spot I stood "good bye little one, may you find the happiness you deserve". I hope so to Kenta, I hope so to.
and thats chapter 8! Hope you guys enjoyed it!
preview for chapter 9: amaya finds out what the liquid is...and the gang has a different mission then there used to.
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