InuYasha Fan Fiction / Yu Yu Hakusho Fan Fiction ❯ Reunion ❯ Demon Convention ( Chapter 3 )

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Kagome stood in front of the Kuwabara residence with her large, yellow backpack slung across her back. When Kazuma opened the door and saw his cousin wearing a pack twice the size of her, he sweat dropped. “Here let me take that.” When he lifted the bag he nearly toppled over. “Hey, what the heck is in this thing, it weighs a ton?!” He complained loudly.

 

Shizuru came up from behind and smacked her brother on the head. “Hey, we live in an apartment building, quiet down.” She looked over at Kagome. “Nice to see ya kid. Now, are ya going to come in or keep the door mat warm all night?” She asked, as she grabbed the back of Kazuma's shirt collar dragging him out of the way and giving Kagome enough room to enter the apartment.

 

Kagome gratefully stepped into the apartment unencumbered by the heavy bag. “Hey Shizuru! There was no reason to do that!” Kuwabara continued his complaints.

 

“Yeah, yeah.” Shizuru just shrugged hiding her smirk from her younger brother. “Now you be a good boy and take that bag to the guest room while I talk to Kagome.” Grumbling, Kazuma did as he was bid.

 

“Hey kid,” she said while hugging Kagome. “How are you holding up?” Kagome looked at her surprised.

 

“What do you mean?” Kagome laughed nervously, her body tensing, which, Shizuru took note of. `Kagome's hiding something.'

 

“I can see that you're upset, like you've lost a large piece of you and you know you will never get it back.” Seeing Kagome's expression, she answered the unasked question. “No, I don't know what's going on exactly. But I can tell you, I have a gut feeling that says it will be alright in the end.”

 

Kagome smiled wanly turning over in her mind what Shizuru had just said. `Wait…' “Are you psychic?” She merely looked inquisitive as if that was a natural occurrence in her life, and it was after all. In Kagome's adventures there were many odd people and places that she'd see on a daily basis, a psychic would be the least of her worries.

 

Leading Kagome towards the living room, she slumped down on the couch. “You could say that. Our psychic abilities run strong in our mothers' side of the family. She never told you?” Kagome was utterly dumfounded, though this did explain some things, such as why her mother gave her what she needed and let her go off to the past. She must have known her daughter would somehow, someway, find her way home safely.

 

Kagome thought for a bit before speaking, “Does that mean I have psychic abilities too?”

 

“Possibly, but I'm not the best one to ask for that. I can only sense purity from you. But I think you probably do, if you want to train that ability I have a friend who could train you.”

 

Kagome paused, “I don't know if I'd want to, or if I need it. Power is something I've found that only hurts people.”

 

A rolled up newspaper came down on her head. “Now you don't believe that fully and there will be no lying to Kazuma, me and especially not yourself. You are here to start a new life so let's leave this heavy talk behind and you go set up your new room.” She bowed slightly and said with bit sarcastic humor, “Welcome home.”

 

Kagome's heart for some reason felt a lot lighter as she walked towards her room. Kazuma was already gone, presumably to his own room. `These people would understand…'

 

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Kagome lay on her bed, Eikichi curled into her side, dozing, she was mentally exhausted from what had happened the last few days. She awoke slightly to the sound of a knock on the door. “No Inu-Yasha, I don't wanna get up yet,” she muttered.

 

Still, she cracked an eye open and seeing she wasn't sleeping in the middle of a forest, woke up entirely. Kagome looked over at Eikichi and moved her hand to pet the cat. The cat nuzzled into her hand, so Kagome picked him up and continued petting Eikichi, making one very happy kitty.

 

A low knock sounded on the door once more and she moved to open it. When she did, she found Kazuma standing in front of her door looking a bit flustered. Embarrassed his eyes dropped to his cat and he smiled. “I didn't get to tell you this before Kagome but it's nice to see you again.”

 

Kagome smiled brilliantly at him and she reached up on her tip-toes to kiss Kazuma on the cheek. “It's nice to see you to Kazuma.”

 

He went and pet Eikichi in Kagome's arms, continuing what he'd come to say. “Me and my friends are getting together to have a small party. Shizuru told me you might be training with Genkai so this will be a good chance to meet her and get to know some new people.” He looked up not quite meeting her eyes, “B-but if you don't want to that's alright too.”

 

Seeing his earnest expression as if he wanted to get to know her, but was afraid that she would reject the offer caused her to make up her mind quickly. She smiled, “Of course I'd want to meet your friends!”

 

Kuwabara was jumping for joy, “T-that's great! I mean good.” He corrected trying to sound more composed. That was until he got excited again with the possibilities. “This is going to be so awesome, you'll meet, Genkai, Botan and Keiko, Yuusuke's girlfriend. Kurama, he's really cool even if he looks like a girl. And Hiei, who acts really tough, but fear not, I the great Kuwabara Kazuma will protect you from his bad attitude. Oh and don't forget my Princess Yukina. She's so kind and beautiful, anyone would fall in love with her.”

 

Kagome smirked bemused throughout the rambling. “Including you?” She asked innocently. He flushed again, and but nodded his head assured. “You're a good person Kazuma. I wish you luck.”

 

Kazuma smiled, “Thanks, if you want to use the shower and all before we go, it's through that door,” he said pointing.

 

She nodded her thanks and closed the door to gather her things for a shower. She heard Kuwabara speak to her from the other side of the door. “Oh, and Kagome we'll be leaving for the party in about an hour so…” He trailed off not really knowing how to end his sentence without sounding rude.

 

“Don't worry Kazuma. I'll be ready in time!” She called back. Kagome heard foot steps walking away from the door and the open and shut of a door nearby. `Guess he went back to his room. Now where is my brush?' She placed the cat back down on the bed and it meowed wanting more attention. “Now don't be spoiled.” Eikichi mewed piteously, but quieted and curled into a ball to finish his interrupted nap.

 

Kagome went into the bathroom with all her supplies ready. `It's so nice to have running water.' She sighed in satisfaction, and thought about what had happened at the shrine. `So his name is Hiei, that's about all I know of him… Wait a minute didn't Kuwabara say Hiei as well?' She scrubbed at her face. `No, there has to be more than one person around here named Hiei after all isn't there a Hiei-zan*, there has to be more than one person named after it. After all the world can't be that small…Can it?'

 

She shook off her thoughts as she stepped out of the shower and got dressed. `No use worrying about it here. I'll find out soon enough.'

 

[[Hiei-zan* is actually Mount Hiei in Kyoto. The same mountain from which Hiei the character in YYH got his name. There is also Mount Kurama in Kyoto, same deal.]]

 

 

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Kuwabara, Shizuru and Kagome made their way up the shrine stairs towards Genkai's humble abode. Kagome looked up the stairs in indifference. It was no better nor worse than traveling day and night by foot. She calmly walked up the steps without ever slowing or stopping to catch her breath.

 

Kuwabara was in awe, the first couple of times he'd taken these stairs he'd had to stop and rest. Yet, here was his cousin already besting him without batting an eye. `I wonder what the heck she's been doing to stay so fit.'

 

Soon enough they reached the top of the stairs. She sensed a demonic presence ahead, but it wasn't malevolent so she didn't say anything. That was another thing Kikyo had taught her. The ability to sense demons, she couldn't sense humans though. But, maybe that was a good thing considering how many humans there actually were in this day and age.

 

At the top of the stairs they were greeted by a demoness with blue hair pinned back by a red tie and wearing a pale, blue kimono. She had the most interesting red eyes that Kagome had ever seen and she smiled happily. This was the first time she'd seen red eyes smiling at her from a kind face. Yes, she and this demoness would get along well she was sure of it. She just needed to find out how many people knew that this woman was a demoness, just in case she said something that the woman would prefer unknown.

 

“Kagome this is Yukina, the girl I was telling you about.” Kagome's eyes lit with surprise, and Kuwabara turned to Yukina. “Hello Yukina, this is my cousin Higurashi Kagome.”

 

Yukina smiled warmly at Kagome. “Greetings, Higurashi-san. Family of Kazuma-kun is always welcome here.”

 

“Yukina-san you may call me Kagome. There is no need for formalities and I sense we will be great friends.” Yukina's smile widened and she clapped her hands together.

 

“And you…Kagome may just call me Yukina. As you said there is no need for formalities between friends.”

 

An elderly woman stood watching the scene. And Kuwabara leapt into action almost tripping over himself to be a gentleman in front of his crush. Kagome chuckled. “Uh…Master Genkai, this is my cousin Higurashi…”

 

Genkai stopped his repetitive speech with a wave of her hand. “No need Kazuma, I've heard her introduction already. It is nice to meet you Kagome.” There was a pause. “Well come inside then and let's wait for the others.”

 

As they'd been talking another demonic presence approached and perched into a nearby by tree. `I wonder what the Onna is doing here, with the Baka no less.' He made his way into the temple through one of the side windows.

 

Kagome felt the other demon's presence and wondered if this was going to be a demon convention of some sort. So far Kazuma is in love with a demoness, another demon just appeared on the scene. `I wonder if everyone else knows that they are demons and they think I don't know.' Mentally she shrugged.

 

Hiei walked into the main room where everyone had gathered. Yukina stood up, “Hiei! We're glad you came!” Kagome's eyes showed recognition, which nobody noticed except for Hiei.

 

Hiei looked at Yukina and shrugged, “You asked and I said I would come.” He made his way over to the window and sat down on his second favorite perch, the window sill.

 

Yukina decided that it was time that Kagome be introduced. “Kagome this is Hiei.” Kagome smiled at Hiei as Yukina turned back to Hiei. “And Hiei, this is Kagome, Kuwabara's cousin. Hiei's eyes widened a fraction, but only Kagome noticed because she'd been watching Hiei's face carefully.

 

All he replied however was “Hn…So you're related to the Baka.” Before Kagome could retort Kazuma had already beaten her to the punch. “Hey, Shorty! You want a piece of this?” They continued fighting, parrying and arguing for the next half hour, while Kagome and Yukina retreated to the kitchen, to make the tea.

 

 

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“Yukina?” Kagome asked while fetching water from the sink. Now was the perfect time to ask her question. They were alone and no one would be able to hear them.

 

“Yes?” Yukina looked up at Kagome a slight frown on her face as she was reaching for the tea cups and a platter to place them all on.

 

“How many people know you're a demon?” Yukina gave a small `eep' as she nearly dropped what she was reaching for.

 

“How do you know I'm a demon?” This Kagome didn't seem afraid of her in the least so maybe it was safe to tell her. What harm would it do if she already knew about demons to begin with?

 

“I can sense it.” Kagome said matter of fact.

 

“What do you mean you can sense it?” Yukina's brow frowned in confusion. Most psychics couldn't sense demonic auras, it was only a rare few humans that could but they had disappeared after the Makai barrier had gone up. Because the demons had all but disappeared the few humans who knew anything had disappeared and the knowledge and training had been lost over time. But if this girl could sense that she was a demon that would mean Kagome was a true priestess. Yukina tensed, `What if?'

 

“I'm a miko, I was trained to sense demons and read auras.” Kagome smiled at Yukina happily, which made Yukina relax again. `No this girl was not going to threaten her.'

 

“So I need to know how many people here know about demons so I don't say anything that will get you or Hiei in trouble.” Yukina laughed surprised and touched. This Kagome was a kind soul, who was willing to help another, even if the others were demons. Yes, she liked this girl very much.

 

“Oh you don't need to worry about anyone here, everyone knows we are demons. We all were going to keep it from you in case you reacted negatively to the idea.” Kagome turned back to setting up the tea.

 

“Some day soon, we are going to have to trade stories.” Yukina nodded in agreement.

 

After they finished getting the tea both girls made their way back to the common area.

 

 

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Kurama made his way up the shrine stairs, `I wonder if Hiei's actually going to come this time, but considering Yukina was the one that asked.' He gave a small chuckle. `He can't refuse her anything.'

 

He made his way inside bemused, until he stopped dead at the sight in front of him.

 

 

 

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Oh and if you are angry with me about the cliffy. It's kinda obvious what's going to happen, if you think about it.

 

Miko - Priestess or Shrine Maiden

 

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