Hiei's Human Lover Part 7: Outing Between Friends and Hiei's Jealousy
I arrived at Koenma's to see Kurama on the couch reading a book and Yusuke and Kuwabara arm wrestling. Kuwabara looked up and smiled as I entered the living room.
"Oh hey, Botan. Didn't you go out with Rin?"
"I did, and she wanted me to give you guys a message. We had some trouble with a thug in the Human World."
At my words, everyone stood up. Kurama put his book down and looked at me closely.
"Was anyone hurt, Botan?"
"No, thank goodness. Hiei showed up out of nowhere and helped us out. The guy had Rin pinned to a tree, so Hiei kicked him away from her. I assume she's still with him."
Yusuke wiped his forehead and smirked.
"That's Hiei for ya. Claims not to care, but shows up whenever we need him."
"Yeah. You said it, Urameshi."
Kurama pulled me aside and crossed his arms.
"Odd that Hiei was there to help. He usually doesn't go into Human World unless it's necessary."
"What are you saying, Kurama?"
"I'm saying Hiei followed you guys on your outing with Keiko and Yukina to keep an eye on Rin. He has become quite protective and interested in her lately."
"Hey, you're right. He has been acting different for a while now. What does it all mean?"
"I've been suspecting that Hiei feels more for Rin than he's willing to admit. He told me he didn't want to face rejection from her when he eventually tells her about his past."
"Hm, just like with Yukina."
"Exactly."
After he walked off, I absorbed this new information. It makes sense as to why Hiei runs off whenever Rin goes anywhere. His action today proved to me Kurama's words were true, that Hiei felt for Rin. It also left me curious as to how long it would take for everyone else to figure this out.
Rin's POV:
When Hiei and I got further into town, we stopped at a park near where the mall was located. We sat on a bench that faced a large pond, occasionally skipping rocks. We had gotten to know each other quite a bit and was really enjoying myself. I looked at Hiei and smiled.
"What else did you feel like doing, Hiei?"
"Hn, don't care."
"Well, we could always get something to eat somewhere."
"Not particularly hungry, Rin. Perhaps we should head back."
"Okay, then."
As we passed by an ice-cream cart, the vendor handed me a fudge bar with a smirk on his face.
"No charge for the pretty lady."
"Oh, thank you. Are you sure it's all right?"
"But of course. The stand is mine and I've had a good day today. Take it, I insist."
"How nice. Thanks again."
When the guy tried to shake my hand, Hiei blocked him with his eyes narrowed.
"I apologize, but we need to get going."
I raised an eyebrow at Hiei, but decided to say nothing until we got back to Koenma's. Hiei hurried up to his room before I could ask him about his behavior. Kurama smiled as I sat on the couch beside him.
Kurama's POV:
"Kurama, Hiei has been acting weird lately. Any time a guy would talk to me, Hiei would get this irritated look in his eyes. What is going on with him?"
"No need to worry, Rin. He's just being protective of you, that's all. Considering what happened to you earlier, he's not taking any chances."
I then put a hand on her shoulder, causing her to look up at me.
"Hiei notices similarities between you and Yukina, so he has this need to keep you safe."
"That may be true ,but he gives guys looks that could kill for even saying one word to me. It's not like him."
"That's something you'll have to talk to him about, Rin. Go up and ask him."
She smiled and nodded, proceeding to go upstairs. I shook my head and rubbed the back of my neck.
'Hopefully, all goes well. Hiei deserves someone like Rin, especially considering how alone he has been throughout his life.'
That's a wrap for part 7. Part 8 will begin in Rin's POV as she talks with Hiei about his behavior. Also in part 8, Hiei decided to tell Rin about his past. Stay tuned to see what happens