Yu Yu Hakusho Fan Fiction ❯ Eternity ❯ Wolf Games ( Chapter 3 )
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Anime/Manga: Yu Yu Hakusho Fan Fiction | Genre(s): Romance / Fantasy / Adventure | Type: Other | Uploaded On: 12.01.2011 | Updated On: 12.01.2011 | Pages: 3 | Words: 3.9K | Visits: 160 | Status: Completed
Anime/Manga: Yu Yu Hakusho Fan Fiction | Genre(s): Romance / Fantasy / Adventure | Type: Other | Uploaded On: 12.01.2011 | Updated On: 12.01.2011 | Pages: 3 | Words: 3.9K | Visits: 160 | Status: Completed
Kurama was walking away from the hospital, visiting hours being over now. Usually he would think about his mother on the walk home, but tonight, the time he spent with San earlier in the day plagued him. He was instantly attracted to her, that much was true. She had been completely cut off from everyday life, and he could smell a hint of demon on her. She had even revealed herself to be a demon, and had told him that she knew he was not what he seemed.
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San smiled at the boy called Shuuichi as their food was brought to them. She went to pull out some money, but he held up a hand, indicating that he would cover this one. She smiled in thanks, and then began to eat. They sat in silence for a moment, trying to think of their next move. Kurama was attracted to this mysterious girl with the same tawny eyes of Moriko, but he could not do anything that would betray his mate, for she was still quite possibly still alive.
"Can I tell you something?" she said suddenly, pulling him out of his thoughts.
"Of course," he replied, his green eyes observing hers with slight wonder.
"I'm not from this world. I also know that you aren't either," she said, very quietly, but serious.
"I don't understand..."
"Oh please. I'm sure your nose works as well as mine. I can smell the demon on you, and I'm sure most of your interest in me is the fact that there's a hint of demon on me. We're both from Makai, let's not bother hiding it."
"Very well. What would you like to do about this?"
"I want to know more. I've been here for years, stuck and powerless. I'm searching for answers, and I'd like to ask your help."
"What kind of answers are you searching for?"
"I can't say right now. I don't know you well enough, and I don't know your actual intentions. I do know that if you wanted to hurt me, you would've already done it. I'm used to apparitions coming to the temple all the time with a vengeance. They're attracted to me, as I'm sure they are attracted to you. I want to know things, I'd like to follow you around if that's alright."
Kurama thought on this. He definately was not expecting her to come clean so fast, he figured he would corner her into it. But she surprised him, and he was actually speechless. Only one person has ever done that to him, his beloved. He finally regained himself.
"Can you fight?" he asked simply. There was no point in bringing her anywhere if she couldn't fight.
"I've been training for the last few years, not to mention my previous life of fighting. I still train nearly everyday," she answered with a slight smile.
"Well then. I believe I will only have a few days, but tomorrow if you're available, I can meet you at the flower shop, and we can go to the woods to see how far your training has come."
"What do you mean you only have a few days?"
"I cannot discuss that with you. We are still strangers to one another."
"So I take it then you're not free tonight?"
"No. There is something I must take care of."
"Such as?"
"I cannot discuss that either. However, I would like to see if you could handle my fighting."
"You think you're that good?" she asked, raising an eyebrow.
"I don't know what your capable of. This will be a learning experience for both of us."
She smiled warmly, yet playfully at him. They continued to eat, speaking of their human lives.
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-She was playing with you Shuuichi. She has other intentions on her mind.-
-While that may be true Youko, I do not intend on betraying our mate.-
-How soon will we be able to find her?-
-I don't know Youko. We'll be brought into spirit world after committing this theft. We can ask King Enma if there is a trace of her.-
-My patience is wearing very thin Shuuichi.-
-My apologies Youko.-
The question as to who she was still remained. Was she Moriko? Her eyes were the same, hair, just a slight difference. He couldn't help but notice that she took off her shoes when they were outside, and that she, for the most part and lack of a better term, seemed like a lone wolf. Speaking of, the white wolf seemed to have no scent, so he did not smell her coming up behind him as he reached the edge of the forest.
-One is wondering what you are doing here?- he heard her voice in his head. He turned and saw her sitting behind him, the tawny eyes boring into him. The past two days he had been haunted by those eyes, the ones that belonged to his beloved.
-I must meet with others in the forest.- he replied kindly.
-Members of your pack?-
-No, I do not belong to a pack anymore.-
-Man-things do not belong in a pack, but the other part of you does. Why do you need to go there?-
-I have an errand to run.-
-You man-things seem to have many of them. One will accompany you.-
-As you wish.-
They walked thru the forest, where, San did not know. She could smell two other demons in the distance, and assumed that was their destination. There was a small clearing that was surrounded by energy. It was not very powerful, but any human would be good to steer clear of it. As they came to the other demons, San recognized the one called Hiei, a fire apparition.
"Kurama, I see you brought your pet with you," Hiei stated, not even turning around to look at him.
"You have a pet now?" said the strange and bulky demon. San gazed at him, sitting beside Kurama and memorizing everything about him. She did not like the feeling she got from him.
"A wolf, if you believe that."
"Don't," Kurama said in that dangerous voice. San looked up at him, noticing his face was cold and slightly hurt by that statement. What was wrong with wolves?
"It's almost time. Your bitch will have to stay here. I'm sure she'll find you after we get back," said Hiei, turning to look at them. San growled at him for calling her a bitch two days in a row.
-One thinks you should stop him from saying such things- she told Kurama and Hiei.
-I'm sure he doesn't mean any offence to you- Kurama replied.
-Hn- was Hiei's response.
"Are we going to get this show on the road or what?" asked the bigger demon.
"Patience Gouki, we still have to wait another couple of minutes," replied Kurama. He then turned to look at the wolf sitting by his side, "I'm sorry friend, but you will have to remain here. I cannot take you where I'm going, but I will return shortly if all goes well," he was afraid of those eyes, but stood his ground, staring into them. The wolf snorted once and then turned, running deeper into the forest. Kurama watched her go, feeling kind of sad that she was unable to journey with him.
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"Youko, is it really necessary?" she asks her lover, as they lay in the tree of her former den.
"It is koishii, he jeopordizes our whole mission everytime. He needs to be taught a lesson," he speaks softly in her ear, pulling her closer to him.
"But it is betrayal! I do not approve of this kitsune, I think there are other methods that would work better."
"I'm sorry beloved, but I know this is the only way he will learn."
"He could be killed!"
"Your vision says that will not take place."
"My vision's can be obstructed if something else comes into place that I have not foreseen, that has been proven before. And I hardly think anyone would want to live their lives as a blind man."
"It's going to happen Moriko, so just let it be," it was not a request, but a command. He was using his power as pack leader, not her lover, and as a member of the pack, she had no choice but to obey. She sits up from the bed, out of his comforting embrace and pulls her knees to her chest. She sheds a tear, hating that she is powerless to help her friend. He watches her for a moment, knowing he has hurt her, and hates every moment of it. He moves, putting his legs on either side of her, being mindful of her tail, and pulling her back into his arms. He licks the salty tear that falls from her eye and down her cheek, before speaking again.
"I wish there was another way beloved, but there is not. Yomi is not the type that learns from listening, he learns from action. I cannot think of anything else that will work. I know that the two of you are friends, but this must be done, and you know it. I'm sorry beloved."
"I know my precious kitsune. It is just sad to think that I have this power and yet, I am powerless to stop the course of events. What good is it if I cannot stop all the suffering?"
"It is apart of you, and I am sure it will guide you in the future. It has already brought you to me," he whispers in her ear, holding her tighter. She nuzzles her cheek into his.
"I love you Youko."
"I love you," he whispers, his voice husky and light, his mouth capturing hers.
...
He walks the familiar path to his treasure. The tree is ancient, but she is still fresh, her scent mingling with that of the plants hovering everywhere. There is but a problem this time however, two scents that he did not recognize where surrounding the area. He walks up to the tree and gets in his usual way. Upon entering he smells the scents even more, knowing that these were intruders, and seeing signs of a struggle. He looks for his treasure, but finds the seal has been taken along with the wolf demon. This angers him. For decades he had been trying to best the wolf, but somehow, she always seemed to get the better of him. It seemed as if at some points he would be so impressed with her that he would just leave and try again at a later date.
He barely ponders this, but starts to track her, following the trail led by the intruders. His nose leads him more towards where the former den of the wolf clan existed, where she was once in power nearly five centuries ago. But who would remember such a thing now? He is lucky that the aroma of her is still lingering, or he may have never found this place. He can sense the wards trying to keep him out, they are similar to hers, but not nearly as powerful. He wonders how such weaklings could have gotten a hold of her, but smiles maliciously, he will have a chance to play. He sees her tied by the wrists, dangling from a tree, while the two cubs beat her. He watches unimpressed at their tactics, and annoyed that she would let such event occur. He sees the seal of the wolf clan clutched in the hands of his new enemies.
"Oh, how the mighty have fallen. Look at your throne Queen Moriko Chie, look at what you deserted, and for what? You're a cold blooded killer!" declares one of them, punching her again. He observes as she appears to be weak, too weak to even think of an escape. He sees stained blood, and knows she has been there for two, maybe even three days. Her clothes are ripped and then he sees something that makes his blood really boil. Blood, dripping down her thighs, fresh and old. He growls and then comes out of hiding to attack.
He wields his weapon, killing one of them simply. He eyes the other one, blood thirsty. He can smell her on him, and knows that this is the one he wishes to play with.
"Leave here kitsune, this is no business of yours!" the foolish cub yells at him.
"You have taken what is rightfully mine, I will have it back," he states simply.
"What I have is the seal of the wolf clan, not fox, and a filthy murdering traitorous whore. There is nothing here for you, now leave and let me finish up my work."
He laughs, the seeds he had thrown growing around the feet of his enemy. He toyed with him, before murdering him and then turning the the she-wolf hanging from the tree. She is barely conscious, but he can see the thanks in her eyes. He stares at her, but then cuts her down, helping her stand before she is able to walk on her own. She grabs the seal, and the two of them walk back without saying a word. They come upon her den, and they stop.
He looks at her, into her tawny eyes. She looks back into his golden eyes, before nodding once and then handing him the seal of the wolf clan. He stares at it, her offering for saving her life. In that moment he realizes, the treasure he desired was not this meaningless thing, but the wolf herself. Five centuries had passed and the two of them had toyed with one another, yet he kept coming back. He sees that he could have had it at anytime if he so well choose to, but he just wanted her. He notices she looks down as she holds her hand out to him with the seal. He smirks, putting his hand on hers, takes a step towards her, bring her chin up with his other hand and kisses her with longing.
He can tell she is alarmed, so he only pulls her closer, wrapping his nine tails around her. The seal falls forgotten as he moves his hand to stroke up and down her back lightly. She pulls him as close as possible, showing him this is something she has wanted herself. They pull back slowly, tawny meeting golden. Her vision has once again come true, she can see the love for her in his eyes. He was her only visiter, friend, companion, enemy, and possibly now, lover. They pull away from each other, and she leaves her door open as she walks into her den. He waits, and then sees as she reappears with clothes in her hands. He nods in understanding, takes her hand, and leads her to the river he knows is nearby. They are still silent, but words are not needed at this time.
He stands with is back to her as she bathes. He tries to focus on the sound of the waterfall over the sounds of her discomfort. He turns when a wave of water hits him. He sees her there, playful and in the water. She uses her finger to tell him to come to her. He smirks, removing his clothing, not caring that she can see and dives in. He swims to where he was sure she was sitting, but realizes she has moved. He is then pulled under the water unexpectedly. He tries to grasp her, but she is too fast for him, and she swims away. They both surface and he sees her more towards the water fall. She motions for him to follow and he does. They end up behind it.
"How long can you hold your breath kitsune?" she asks.
"As long as it takes," is his answer. She smirks at him and then goes under. He follows, and they swim in the underwater cavern. It seems to take them a while before they resurface in a cave only accessible by the water. It shines from the walls surround them, and they sit in the water at first. He kisses her, feeling her now naked body against his, making him hunger. She gives in, knowing what they both want, and showing him so.
"Wolves mate for life. If you do not want me for all eternity, then I suggest you leave now while you still have the choice," she whispers in his ear.
"I'd have no other way... beloved," he replies back in his husky voice. It is the first time he calls her this, and it certainly won't be the last in his mind. He kisses her again, and they mate. It is a union that will last a lifetime, even after death. After wards, they lie in the cave, he presses his lips to her back, on her left shoulder blade. He kisses it once, and then bites it, making his mark. She does not cry out in pain, but in eagerness. She is willing to spend the rest of her days with this fox, just as he is marking her as his. What is left is what looks just like a tattoo, a blue and purple rose with silver pedals falling freely, the mark of the legendary bandit, Youko Kurama.
...
Youko... was her last thought before her memory ended. It was the beginning of the rest of their lives together, and she was the happiest youki in all of the Makai. With him, everything seemed to matter more, seemed to have more of a purpose, even if they were just scavenging gems and odd artifacts. She missed her lover more than anything. His strong embrace, his scent, his eyes, his nine tails wrapped around her for support or warmth, the sound of his voice... She missed waking up with him, missed how they would run or play on their spare time, missed how they would hunt just for sport and not food. She shed one tear in her wolf form, she had to find him, and somehow, she knew that this "Shuuichi/Kurama" was the key to all of that.
San awoke to the smell of a human wandering into the forest, heading towards where the demons had once vacated. She got up from her resting place and headed towards the owner of the scent. As she got closer, she noticed something different. She saw it was that Urameshi kid, the one from her vision that is next in line to be Genkai's disciple, but in his place, walking with him, was Raizen? What was he doing there? She could not detect any youki energy on him, barely even a trace of reiki. Who was this Urameshi fellow? He seemed to know where he was going, so San decided to follow him.
A change in the air told her that the demons had returned. She knew that Urameshi was headed towards them, so she vacated her watch over him and ran towards Kurama. She saw them holding their treasure's, malicious smiles on their face. She saw Hiei chopping trees, turning them into small demons. He got the sword, Gouki got the ball, and Kurama had the mirror. She couldn't help but think that it was typical he would get a mirror with his girlish looks. She lolled her tongue to one side in laughter. He seemed to be off on his own, and San wondered what was on his mind.
-The Reikai Tantei is on his way- she spoke in his mind, hopefully without Hiei hearing. She walked up beside him and stared up into his green eyes.
-Understood- he replied to her. He nodded once and took a step forward.
"I apologize, but I'm withdrawing," he stated to the other two.
"What do you mean? You want to leave us?" Hiei questioned.
"That's right..."
"Coward. You're acting like a typical human."
"We don't need to give part of the loot to a person like you. Hand over the Dark Mirror," said Gouki.
"That won't do, I shall be needing this," said Kurama in his calm voice.
Gouki did not look happy. San bared her fangs at him, getting ready to strike when he did. "I won't allow your reckless actions!" he bellowed, getting ready to swing at Kurama. San was in position, she was not going to allow harm to come to him, "With my own powers, I will take back the mirror!"
"Yo, hang on!" San heard the voice of Urameshi come into play. He stepped out of the shadows and everyone turned to face him. "Why don't you just give me the treasures and then continue on your argument afterwards."
-One thinks this would be the best time to leave, not too far however, it would be good to observe his actions- San stated at Kurama.
-Agreed, though I do not care to stick around. Let's hope you can keep up with me- was his last statement before disappearing. San lolled her tongue out again before taking off and catching up to him in no time. She ran past him, hoping he could keep up with her now. She stopped at the edge of the forest and waited. It didn't take long for him to meet her there.
-That boy has tremendous power at his disposal, he just needs to realize it- she spoke.
-I could not sense anything. I'm amazed your faster than a demon like myself-
-It's nothing. One likes to hunt. What will you do with that?-
-I am sure you will be around to observe. I must go now.-
-One will find you again- she stated, before running back into the forest. She wanted to see how Urameshi did, since he was hopefully going to be Genkai's next disciple. She had to see how he would do against Hiei and Gouki, and see why Raizen was with him, if he was at all. Things were really starting to change, and showing signs of getting more serious. Was she ready?
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San smiled at the boy called Shuuichi as their food was brought to them. She went to pull out some money, but he held up a hand, indicating that he would cover this one. She smiled in thanks, and then began to eat. They sat in silence for a moment, trying to think of their next move. Kurama was attracted to this mysterious girl with the same tawny eyes of Moriko, but he could not do anything that would betray his mate, for she was still quite possibly still alive.
"Can I tell you something?" she said suddenly, pulling him out of his thoughts.
"Of course," he replied, his green eyes observing hers with slight wonder.
"I'm not from this world. I also know that you aren't either," she said, very quietly, but serious.
"I don't understand..."
"Oh please. I'm sure your nose works as well as mine. I can smell the demon on you, and I'm sure most of your interest in me is the fact that there's a hint of demon on me. We're both from Makai, let's not bother hiding it."
"Very well. What would you like to do about this?"
"I want to know more. I've been here for years, stuck and powerless. I'm searching for answers, and I'd like to ask your help."
"What kind of answers are you searching for?"
"I can't say right now. I don't know you well enough, and I don't know your actual intentions. I do know that if you wanted to hurt me, you would've already done it. I'm used to apparitions coming to the temple all the time with a vengeance. They're attracted to me, as I'm sure they are attracted to you. I want to know things, I'd like to follow you around if that's alright."
Kurama thought on this. He definately was not expecting her to come clean so fast, he figured he would corner her into it. But she surprised him, and he was actually speechless. Only one person has ever done that to him, his beloved. He finally regained himself.
"Can you fight?" he asked simply. There was no point in bringing her anywhere if she couldn't fight.
"I've been training for the last few years, not to mention my previous life of fighting. I still train nearly everyday," she answered with a slight smile.
"Well then. I believe I will only have a few days, but tomorrow if you're available, I can meet you at the flower shop, and we can go to the woods to see how far your training has come."
"What do you mean you only have a few days?"
"I cannot discuss that with you. We are still strangers to one another."
"So I take it then you're not free tonight?"
"No. There is something I must take care of."
"Such as?"
"I cannot discuss that either. However, I would like to see if you could handle my fighting."
"You think you're that good?" she asked, raising an eyebrow.
"I don't know what your capable of. This will be a learning experience for both of us."
She smiled warmly, yet playfully at him. They continued to eat, speaking of their human lives.
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-She was playing with you Shuuichi. She has other intentions on her mind.-
-While that may be true Youko, I do not intend on betraying our mate.-
-How soon will we be able to find her?-
-I don't know Youko. We'll be brought into spirit world after committing this theft. We can ask King Enma if there is a trace of her.-
-My patience is wearing very thin Shuuichi.-
-My apologies Youko.-
The question as to who she was still remained. Was she Moriko? Her eyes were the same, hair, just a slight difference. He couldn't help but notice that she took off her shoes when they were outside, and that she, for the most part and lack of a better term, seemed like a lone wolf. Speaking of, the white wolf seemed to have no scent, so he did not smell her coming up behind him as he reached the edge of the forest.
-One is wondering what you are doing here?- he heard her voice in his head. He turned and saw her sitting behind him, the tawny eyes boring into him. The past two days he had been haunted by those eyes, the ones that belonged to his beloved.
-I must meet with others in the forest.- he replied kindly.
-Members of your pack?-
-No, I do not belong to a pack anymore.-
-Man-things do not belong in a pack, but the other part of you does. Why do you need to go there?-
-I have an errand to run.-
-You man-things seem to have many of them. One will accompany you.-
-As you wish.-
They walked thru the forest, where, San did not know. She could smell two other demons in the distance, and assumed that was their destination. There was a small clearing that was surrounded by energy. It was not very powerful, but any human would be good to steer clear of it. As they came to the other demons, San recognized the one called Hiei, a fire apparition.
"Kurama, I see you brought your pet with you," Hiei stated, not even turning around to look at him.
"You have a pet now?" said the strange and bulky demon. San gazed at him, sitting beside Kurama and memorizing everything about him. She did not like the feeling she got from him.
"A wolf, if you believe that."
"Don't," Kurama said in that dangerous voice. San looked up at him, noticing his face was cold and slightly hurt by that statement. What was wrong with wolves?
"It's almost time. Your bitch will have to stay here. I'm sure she'll find you after we get back," said Hiei, turning to look at them. San growled at him for calling her a bitch two days in a row.
-One thinks you should stop him from saying such things- she told Kurama and Hiei.
-I'm sure he doesn't mean any offence to you- Kurama replied.
-Hn- was Hiei's response.
"Are we going to get this show on the road or what?" asked the bigger demon.
"Patience Gouki, we still have to wait another couple of minutes," replied Kurama. He then turned to look at the wolf sitting by his side, "I'm sorry friend, but you will have to remain here. I cannot take you where I'm going, but I will return shortly if all goes well," he was afraid of those eyes, but stood his ground, staring into them. The wolf snorted once and then turned, running deeper into the forest. Kurama watched her go, feeling kind of sad that she was unable to journey with him.
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"Youko, is it really necessary?" she asks her lover, as they lay in the tree of her former den.
"It is koishii, he jeopordizes our whole mission everytime. He needs to be taught a lesson," he speaks softly in her ear, pulling her closer to him.
"But it is betrayal! I do not approve of this kitsune, I think there are other methods that would work better."
"I'm sorry beloved, but I know this is the only way he will learn."
"He could be killed!"
"Your vision says that will not take place."
"My vision's can be obstructed if something else comes into place that I have not foreseen, that has been proven before. And I hardly think anyone would want to live their lives as a blind man."
"It's going to happen Moriko, so just let it be," it was not a request, but a command. He was using his power as pack leader, not her lover, and as a member of the pack, she had no choice but to obey. She sits up from the bed, out of his comforting embrace and pulls her knees to her chest. She sheds a tear, hating that she is powerless to help her friend. He watches her for a moment, knowing he has hurt her, and hates every moment of it. He moves, putting his legs on either side of her, being mindful of her tail, and pulling her back into his arms. He licks the salty tear that falls from her eye and down her cheek, before speaking again.
"I wish there was another way beloved, but there is not. Yomi is not the type that learns from listening, he learns from action. I cannot think of anything else that will work. I know that the two of you are friends, but this must be done, and you know it. I'm sorry beloved."
"I know my precious kitsune. It is just sad to think that I have this power and yet, I am powerless to stop the course of events. What good is it if I cannot stop all the suffering?"
"It is apart of you, and I am sure it will guide you in the future. It has already brought you to me," he whispers in her ear, holding her tighter. She nuzzles her cheek into his.
"I love you Youko."
"I love you," he whispers, his voice husky and light, his mouth capturing hers.
...
He walks the familiar path to his treasure. The tree is ancient, but she is still fresh, her scent mingling with that of the plants hovering everywhere. There is but a problem this time however, two scents that he did not recognize where surrounding the area. He walks up to the tree and gets in his usual way. Upon entering he smells the scents even more, knowing that these were intruders, and seeing signs of a struggle. He looks for his treasure, but finds the seal has been taken along with the wolf demon. This angers him. For decades he had been trying to best the wolf, but somehow, she always seemed to get the better of him. It seemed as if at some points he would be so impressed with her that he would just leave and try again at a later date.
He barely ponders this, but starts to track her, following the trail led by the intruders. His nose leads him more towards where the former den of the wolf clan existed, where she was once in power nearly five centuries ago. But who would remember such a thing now? He is lucky that the aroma of her is still lingering, or he may have never found this place. He can sense the wards trying to keep him out, they are similar to hers, but not nearly as powerful. He wonders how such weaklings could have gotten a hold of her, but smiles maliciously, he will have a chance to play. He sees her tied by the wrists, dangling from a tree, while the two cubs beat her. He watches unimpressed at their tactics, and annoyed that she would let such event occur. He sees the seal of the wolf clan clutched in the hands of his new enemies.
"Oh, how the mighty have fallen. Look at your throne Queen Moriko Chie, look at what you deserted, and for what? You're a cold blooded killer!" declares one of them, punching her again. He observes as she appears to be weak, too weak to even think of an escape. He sees stained blood, and knows she has been there for two, maybe even three days. Her clothes are ripped and then he sees something that makes his blood really boil. Blood, dripping down her thighs, fresh and old. He growls and then comes out of hiding to attack.
He wields his weapon, killing one of them simply. He eyes the other one, blood thirsty. He can smell her on him, and knows that this is the one he wishes to play with.
"Leave here kitsune, this is no business of yours!" the foolish cub yells at him.
"You have taken what is rightfully mine, I will have it back," he states simply.
"What I have is the seal of the wolf clan, not fox, and a filthy murdering traitorous whore. There is nothing here for you, now leave and let me finish up my work."
He laughs, the seeds he had thrown growing around the feet of his enemy. He toyed with him, before murdering him and then turning the the she-wolf hanging from the tree. She is barely conscious, but he can see the thanks in her eyes. He stares at her, but then cuts her down, helping her stand before she is able to walk on her own. She grabs the seal, and the two of them walk back without saying a word. They come upon her den, and they stop.
He looks at her, into her tawny eyes. She looks back into his golden eyes, before nodding once and then handing him the seal of the wolf clan. He stares at it, her offering for saving her life. In that moment he realizes, the treasure he desired was not this meaningless thing, but the wolf herself. Five centuries had passed and the two of them had toyed with one another, yet he kept coming back. He sees that he could have had it at anytime if he so well choose to, but he just wanted her. He notices she looks down as she holds her hand out to him with the seal. He smirks, putting his hand on hers, takes a step towards her, bring her chin up with his other hand and kisses her with longing.
He can tell she is alarmed, so he only pulls her closer, wrapping his nine tails around her. The seal falls forgotten as he moves his hand to stroke up and down her back lightly. She pulls him as close as possible, showing him this is something she has wanted herself. They pull back slowly, tawny meeting golden. Her vision has once again come true, she can see the love for her in his eyes. He was her only visiter, friend, companion, enemy, and possibly now, lover. They pull away from each other, and she leaves her door open as she walks into her den. He waits, and then sees as she reappears with clothes in her hands. He nods in understanding, takes her hand, and leads her to the river he knows is nearby. They are still silent, but words are not needed at this time.
He stands with is back to her as she bathes. He tries to focus on the sound of the waterfall over the sounds of her discomfort. He turns when a wave of water hits him. He sees her there, playful and in the water. She uses her finger to tell him to come to her. He smirks, removing his clothing, not caring that she can see and dives in. He swims to where he was sure she was sitting, but realizes she has moved. He is then pulled under the water unexpectedly. He tries to grasp her, but she is too fast for him, and she swims away. They both surface and he sees her more towards the water fall. She motions for him to follow and he does. They end up behind it.
"How long can you hold your breath kitsune?" she asks.
"As long as it takes," is his answer. She smirks at him and then goes under. He follows, and they swim in the underwater cavern. It seems to take them a while before they resurface in a cave only accessible by the water. It shines from the walls surround them, and they sit in the water at first. He kisses her, feeling her now naked body against his, making him hunger. She gives in, knowing what they both want, and showing him so.
"Wolves mate for life. If you do not want me for all eternity, then I suggest you leave now while you still have the choice," she whispers in his ear.
"I'd have no other way... beloved," he replies back in his husky voice. It is the first time he calls her this, and it certainly won't be the last in his mind. He kisses her again, and they mate. It is a union that will last a lifetime, even after death. After wards, they lie in the cave, he presses his lips to her back, on her left shoulder blade. He kisses it once, and then bites it, making his mark. She does not cry out in pain, but in eagerness. She is willing to spend the rest of her days with this fox, just as he is marking her as his. What is left is what looks just like a tattoo, a blue and purple rose with silver pedals falling freely, the mark of the legendary bandit, Youko Kurama.
...
Youko... was her last thought before her memory ended. It was the beginning of the rest of their lives together, and she was the happiest youki in all of the Makai. With him, everything seemed to matter more, seemed to have more of a purpose, even if they were just scavenging gems and odd artifacts. She missed her lover more than anything. His strong embrace, his scent, his eyes, his nine tails wrapped around her for support or warmth, the sound of his voice... She missed waking up with him, missed how they would run or play on their spare time, missed how they would hunt just for sport and not food. She shed one tear in her wolf form, she had to find him, and somehow, she knew that this "Shuuichi/Kurama" was the key to all of that.
San awoke to the smell of a human wandering into the forest, heading towards where the demons had once vacated. She got up from her resting place and headed towards the owner of the scent. As she got closer, she noticed something different. She saw it was that Urameshi kid, the one from her vision that is next in line to be Genkai's disciple, but in his place, walking with him, was Raizen? What was he doing there? She could not detect any youki energy on him, barely even a trace of reiki. Who was this Urameshi fellow? He seemed to know where he was going, so San decided to follow him.
A change in the air told her that the demons had returned. She knew that Urameshi was headed towards them, so she vacated her watch over him and ran towards Kurama. She saw them holding their treasure's, malicious smiles on their face. She saw Hiei chopping trees, turning them into small demons. He got the sword, Gouki got the ball, and Kurama had the mirror. She couldn't help but think that it was typical he would get a mirror with his girlish looks. She lolled her tongue to one side in laughter. He seemed to be off on his own, and San wondered what was on his mind.
-The Reikai Tantei is on his way- she spoke in his mind, hopefully without Hiei hearing. She walked up beside him and stared up into his green eyes.
-Understood- he replied to her. He nodded once and took a step forward.
"I apologize, but I'm withdrawing," he stated to the other two.
"What do you mean? You want to leave us?" Hiei questioned.
"That's right..."
"Coward. You're acting like a typical human."
"We don't need to give part of the loot to a person like you. Hand over the Dark Mirror," said Gouki.
"That won't do, I shall be needing this," said Kurama in his calm voice.
Gouki did not look happy. San bared her fangs at him, getting ready to strike when he did. "I won't allow your reckless actions!" he bellowed, getting ready to swing at Kurama. San was in position, she was not going to allow harm to come to him, "With my own powers, I will take back the mirror!"
"Yo, hang on!" San heard the voice of Urameshi come into play. He stepped out of the shadows and everyone turned to face him. "Why don't you just give me the treasures and then continue on your argument afterwards."
-One thinks this would be the best time to leave, not too far however, it would be good to observe his actions- San stated at Kurama.
-Agreed, though I do not care to stick around. Let's hope you can keep up with me- was his last statement before disappearing. San lolled her tongue out again before taking off and catching up to him in no time. She ran past him, hoping he could keep up with her now. She stopped at the edge of the forest and waited. It didn't take long for him to meet her there.
-That boy has tremendous power at his disposal, he just needs to realize it- she spoke.
-I could not sense anything. I'm amazed your faster than a demon like myself-
-It's nothing. One likes to hunt. What will you do with that?-
-I am sure you will be around to observe. I must go now.-
-One will find you again- she stated, before running back into the forest. She wanted to see how Urameshi did, since he was hopefully going to be Genkai's next disciple. She had to see how he would do against Hiei and Gouki, and see why Raizen was with him, if he was at all. Things were really starting to change, and showing signs of getting more serious. Was she ready?
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