Hey peeps! Sorry about the last chapter. I reread it and thought that it sucked. It seemed so…mechanical…or something. And I have to apologize again (twice in one paragraph…maybe that should tell me something…) this chapter is very short. I wanted to create a little pent up expectancy for the battle that is coming up, and THE END OF THIS STORY! Yea baby! We only have a couple of chapters left!

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In my story, just because two demons have sex, doesn't mean they are mates! Sorry to disappoint, but I figure it to be like humans. Just because you get randy one night and sleep with someone doesn't mean the next morning you're married to him or her, (unless you happen to be in Vegas…). I know a lot of people thought that they had finally become mates, but that isn't the case. I'm sorry if this upsets you, but all will be explained…later. Now onto the story! :p

Warning!!! Graphic gory scenes to ensue, please avoid reading this fic if you are not of a suitable age, or do not have parent consent! You have been warned!

I do not owe either the InuYasha characters or those of YuYu Hakusho

Bitter Memories

Chapter twenty-one : Foreshadowing Death

The sun bled acrossed the eastern sky, the crimson rays spreading a heated red hue over the lands. Birds arose from their slumber greeting the day with exuberant chirps. As the sun peaked in the sky, its light pooled over the sleeping habitants of the land. Softly blowing breezes chilled the air, swirling through the lace curtains of a certain set of balcony doors.

Closer inspection of the bed would show two individuals, their bodies so close they appeared to be fused as one. Long strands of midnight silk flowed over the bed and moving pillow that Kagome's head rested on.

During the night the couple had shifted positions. Kagome at present lay nearly on top of Hiei. Her right leg tossed carelessly over his. Her head was resting lightly on his broad chest, lolling gently with his every breath. Hiei, for his part, was as wrapped around Kagome as was possible. His arms were both holding her body close to his. His head was tilted to the side, her head tucked under his chin. Just as Kagome had a leg thrown over him, he had a leg tossed over her. The sheets and comforter had long since been shoved aside, the latter of which lay discarded on the floor. Golden shafts of sunlight followed an unseen path, the light gliding over the smooth wooden floors of the bedroom and coming to rest on the angelic, sleeping faces of the two lovers.

Bathed in the warm glow of the sun, Kagome unconsciously buried herself deeper into the mass of muscle and heat that was Hiei. Both swam towards the waking world, each content to stay as they were in their cocoon of the other's arms.

A loud, jarring, BANG echoed throughout the room, the walls shaking from the intensity. Hiei instantly tightened his grip on Kagome before turning them quickly over, so that his body completely covered Kagome's small form. Kagome's eyes shot open the same moment that Hiei's did. Looking into the crimson globes of his eyes, she was momentarily distracted from the sound that had awoken them both. Hiei found himself in a similar position.

"OH MY GODS!!!" The ear shattering, blood curdling, high pitched screech broke their trance, causing both to swing their heads in the direction of which it came from. Their faces went into identical looks of utter surprise, Kagome's eyes widened to that of saucers. A crimson blush nipped at their cheeks, racing along their faces to their necks and bare bodies. In an instant, they were completely tomato red with embarrassment. Eight pairs of very wide, very curious, and very unwelcome eyes were transfixed with the sight of the naked Hiei and Kagome on the bed.

Actually, had it not been such a surprise, it would have been amusing. Hiei, had his back to the group, so in essence, there was a full on mooning going on. Kagome, hidden beneath Hiei's frame, had managed to curl up on herself as much as humanly possible, not quite hiding the fact that she was stark raving nude as well. Trying desperately not to laugh, Genkai cleared her throat, recovering first from the shock. The noise seemed to have an effect on everyone.

Hiei and Kagome seemed to melt into the mattress, both yanking up the sheets to preserve what little modesty they may have left. All present in the room were beat red, with the exception of Genkai who had calmly turned her back. InuYasha's mouth was opening and closing rapidly, his face a mixture of anger and disbelief. Yusuke was attempting to not stare openly at Kagome, while Keiko buried her head in his chest. Kuwabara looked like someone socked him in the gut. Botan was embarrassed as hell, but positively beaming at the couple. Kurama and Yukina had turned around quickly, both with wide eyes and what appeared to be a rather nasty sunburn blooming on their cheeks.

"GET OUT!!!" Kagome screamed just as Hiei opened his mouth to retort as well.

"YOU HAVE TWO SECONDS BEFORE I DISEMBOWL YOU!" Hiei snarled, his fangs gleaming in the sun. If looks could kill, Kagome and Hiei would be considered mass murderers right about now. Both their faces were contorted into viscous glares, their eyes narrowed and their hands wringing the blankets they clutched to their chests.

Getting the point, Keiko, Botan, and Yukina fisted their hands into the folds of InuYasha, Kuwabara, Yusuke, and Kurama's shirts forcefully dragging them from the room. Genkai, however, remained. She coolly tilted her head to the side, peering at the pissed off youkai on the bed.

"I suggest you two find some clothing. There is a dangerous opponent heading our way." With that, she walked slowly from the room, leaving behind her two extremely scarlet, snarling demons. As the door slid shut, Hiei chanced a look at the steaming Kagome; slightly worried she would never want to see him after this.

To his surprise, she turned to look at him; her face stained a very deep cherry. When her eyes locked with his a slow, embarrassed grin filtered over her features.

"Well, I can see that my life will never be boring with you around." Despite himself, he chuckled along with her, both smiling at the other. An unspoken conversation took place, and without saying a word, Hiei nodded.

"So, we get dressed, destroy what ever the hell is on the way, and then slaughter them?" He asked, the dangerous glint in his eye saying he wasn't exactly kidding. Kagome gave him a feral smirk, her fangs catching the light coming through the open balcony doors. Wrapping her arms around his neck, she let the covers slip away from her chest as she nipped gently at his throat.

"Couldn't have said it better myself." She purred, greatly enjoying his claws scraping lazily over her back. Pulling away, she crawled from the bed in search of clothing for the up coming fight. After a moment, Hiei followed her example, searching the floor for signs of his discarded garments.

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Exiting the room, Hiei placed a quick kiss on Kagome's cheek before falling back into his unemotional, steely farce. Narrowing their eyes, they sneered in the direction of who ever dared to meet them eye-to-eye. Heading down the hall, Hiei finished strapping his sword securely at his waist, absent-mindedly clutching the handle every time he laid eyes on one of his would-be 'victims'. Kagome noticed and inwardly grinned. Hiei was just itching to regain some dignity by beating the shit out of all those who interfered with his peaceful rest. And frankly, she was all for it.

Behind the still irritated demons, the rest of the group followed them nervously. Yukina and Keiko stayed back at the door to Genkai's sanctuary, knowing they would cause more problems than solve if they went along.

Kagome tensed. That feeling from last night returned (not that feeling, perverts….). The air was thick with warning, she could nearly taste the aura of an extremely powerful, and extremely evil presence headed her way. A chill ran down her spine, and it had nothing to do with the cold air that was whipping her hair around. If there was one thing she had learned in the past, it was to trust in her abilities and to read the warning signs around her. Right now, she knew what ever was coming here, came for her. Before this fight was over, some one would die, and, judging by the way her skin crawled and her heart raced, she was to be that someone. Fear nearly crippled her. Death wasn't what scared her. No, it was leaving precious people behind. After she had been left completely alone in the world she had promised herself not to get attached. If you have no one then they can't miss you when you're gone. Glancing to her left, she eyed Hiei nervously. She had just found in him all the things she had been looking for, the things she wanted in a mate, and she sure as hell wasn't ready to give all that up. Tearing her eyes from his proud figure, she looked at the assembled group. Everyone was on edge; all were alert and prepared. If they were willing to fight along side her then she was willing to die for them. As it was she was the only one that possessed enough power to even rival what was headed their way, she'd never tell Hiei it though. Straightening up she looked to the North. Whatever was on its way would have to put up a pretty good fight if it wanted her dead. But, if it meant her friends lives to succeed, then she wasn't willing to risk it. No matter what, they weren't to be harmed. Even if it killed her.

Hiya! I know your all pretty mad at me for leaving you with a damn cliff hanger, but………I'm very greedy and want reviews! I didn't get very many last time so I would like some this go round. Those of you who thought I was worth the effort, Thanks a bundle! You all rock and get a cookie! Pretty please? I'm not above begging, lying, stealing, and with holding new chapters to get what I want, so lets all get what we want and make me happy! Giggle, this part of the story is what I think I like best!

Q & A

The reason I took so long to update last time is because I was busy, very busy. I'm sorry, but at least I'm updating now, right?

The thing about Kagome dying will be explained in the future chapter(s), rest easy my child, things will be made clear for you soon.

And, heh, no. I'm not making this a Romeo and Juliet thing. But it would be fun to hear you all complain if I killed off both Kagome and Hiei. Hummm…….maybe I should rethink my ending……