Yu Yu Hakusho Fan Fiction ❯ Everyday Life? ❯ Tears ( Chapter 7 )

Everyday Life?

Chapter Seven: Tears

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Kurama cursed as the plant continued to feed off of Kiru's…no, Robin's energy. He cursed himself for not realizing who she was sooner and heightening the dosage of the seed. There was no way such a low dose was going to keep her asleep for, although she didn't show it unless she went fully demon, she was part kitsune.

"K'so…" he growled, sounding similar to his dark lover. He worked quickly to disengage the plant's roots from her bloodstream, cursing when the blood flowed quicker. The plant had done more harm then good, he realized. It had gotten into the tear and made it bigger. That was probably why she fainted. Right now, that plant was the only thing keeping her from bleeding to death. They had precious little time to work with.

"Yukina," he called to the stunned koorime, "when I take out this plant, immediately start to heal her."

Yukina nodded and moved her hands over the demoness' bared waist. She nodded, "Ready when you are."

Kurama nodded back and braced himself. He wrapped his hand around the main stem of the plant, sending his youki to the roots. Calming himself with a deep breath, he jerked the plant out of the small figure's body.

-Other room-

In the other room, Hiei's gaze flew towards Kurama's bedroom as a cry of agony echoed through the den. His gaze moved over to Judy, whom he feared was in just as bad a shape as her demon friend.

She sat in an overstuffed chair, hugging her knees. Her eyes held a sadness he had never seen before. He tried to imagine what it would feel like if one of his actions led to his fox being hurt this badly. He watched as a single tear traced a path down her cheek as the screech echoed away.

He turned his gaze back towards the room. Kurama…you have got to save her…

-Back in Kurama's room-

Yukina sent her healing energy to the pained demon on the bed, tear gems falling from her eyes as she did so. She was shocked that the youkai was alive- even ignoring the fact that the plant had torn it even more, she had a clean slice across an artery. She healed the wound as quickly and painlessly as she could, praying that she had worked fast enough to save her new friend's life.

Kurama opened his eyes and stared at the bloody plant he held in his hands- the plant that had almost sucked the life out of his former partner. He glanced down at himself, finding his formerly pristine outfit covered in blood. The floor and his bed were also stained with the crimson liquid. His gaze flicked to Robin's pale face to find her conscious, her eyes darkened almost to black in pain. She arched slightly and a short, high-pitched cry slipped from her lips. Kurama reached for her hand and squeezed it, regretting he had ever put that plant in her.

Slowly, the pain started to fade from her eyes as Yukina finished repairing the torn artery and soothed the pain. The pale demoness' eyelids drooped as Yukina repaired the flesh and muscle torn by the sword as well as the plant. She felt herself being held in someone's arms, heard the sound of sheets rustling, and then placed upon the bed again. Her breathing was heavy and staggered from the pain of the surgery, for lack of a better word. She felt so weak, so tired; all she wanted to do was sleep…

Kurama was alarmed as he felt Robin's ki drop dramatically. Her eyes were closed and he could almost feel her slipping away. He slapped her cheek gently to awaken her. Her eyes flew open, dark and hazy. She was obviously losing the fight for her life, and he had to stop it. He closed his eyes and called to his lover.

Hiei!

Hiei cocked his head. Fox, what's wrong?

It's Robin…we're losing her…

No! She can't!

Judy looked towards the room, somehow sensing her friend slipping away. Her eyes grew wide and she got up, wandering toward the room as Kurama reported what was happening to Hiei. She walked into the room and saw Kurama gently patting her friend's cheeks to keep her awake.

Robin couldn't recall ever feeling like this. Kurama's face floated above her, talking to her, telling her to hang on as he patted her cheeks. Her eyes drooped once more. So tired…

Judy wandered over to look at her friend, looking so pale and fragile in Kurama's huge bed. Kurama called desperately for her to awaken, but there was no response other than her uneven breathing. She could feel Hiei's ki enter the room. She glanced over to see Yukina being held in his arms as she cried. Yukina was so sweet- caring about the fate of this being she barely knew; grieving for the life of a complete stranger.

She sat down on the bed next to Robin, her gaze wandering the face she didn't know. Judy thought it was funny, she had never seen this form before. She had always worn her human form, even when they first met. They had clicked instantly, the two of them. Now it was hard to imagine not having the charismatic demon around, like imagining yourself without an arm.

Hiei watched as Judy stared at her dying friend. He could sense Robin's ki draining away. It was a shame, she was a good fighter- strong, smart, and fast on her feet…a good friend. He would miss the girl… Goodbye, Robin…I will miss you. Just make sure to annoy the infant, all right?

Kurama just stared at the face of his former partner, remembering all they had shared all those centuries ago. He couldn't believe he had failed. He raised his head to look at Judy, who just stared at the demon, not crying, not moving. He shook his head and got up, leading everyone else from the room so she could say goodbye. Goodbye, my old friend. I am sorry I failed you…so sorry…

Judy glanced at the rest of the people leaving the room. She brought her gaze back to the demon in front of her. She reached out a hand, touching the spiky hair. "Wake up," she called gently.

Robin felt the darkness pulling her deeper every second. She didn't want to go, but she just couldn't find the strength to pull herself out of this pit. Judy…help me…

Judy glared at the demon, hot tears trickling down her face, "Wake up, damn you!!" She fisted a hand in Robin's top and pulled her up, "Wake up!!!"

Robin heard the voice…reached for it… But it was just too far away. I have to get out of here…

The three demons waiting in the adjoining room heard Judy's wails as she cried for her friend to wake up. It was hard to lose a teammate and even harder to lose a friend. No one knew exactly the bond those two shared, but it ran deep, that was for sure. They just hoped Judy would get over this okay.

"Wake up…" Judy sobbed, letting her friend go and bowing her head. "Please…don't leave me…" Her tears dripped down onto Robin's hand.

In the pit, Robin felt something warm and wet drip onto her hand. Blood? No it wasn't as sticky. Then she heard Judy's voice, Don't leave me…

She suddenly knew what they were…tears…

Robin forced her eyes open, trying to focus on the blurry shape in front of her eyes.

Judy gave into her sobs, collapsing onto the bedcovers. Robin was going to leave her; she could practically feel her ki dissipating. But she refused to leave her, not until the end. That was their motto. BFF. Best Friends Forever.

Robin shook her head and her gaze cleared. "Judy…?"

Her friend's head snapped up, her eyes filled with tears. "Robin…" She pinched her arm a few times, just to make sure she wasn't dreaming. Then a huge smile lit her face, "Robin!!!"

-Two Days Later-

"Get back in bed!" Kurama yelled, looking up from his book as he heard the bedsprings creak.

Robin chuckled, pushing a long tress off of her face. "I knew that would get a rise out of you. I didn't get up, just shifted." A tired grin lit her face as she pushed herself up to rest against the pillows. "Where is everyone?"

"Right here," Hiei said, returning with Judy in tail. He blushed and handed her a bouquet of flowers, looking away.

Robin smiled at Hiei and put them next to her on the gigantic bed.

"Aww! How sweet!" Judy sang as she sat down next to her friend. She grabbed the demon close and hugged her tight.

"Can't…breathe…" Judy laughed and released her friend, who coughed and panted.

"Judy!" Kurama scolded.

"Oh relax," Robin grinned and pushed the tresses out of her face again.

Hiei approached the bed, standing next to Kurama's chair. "How are you doing, squirt?"

Robin growled low in her throat, "Shut it."

Hiei grinned, "I'm going to enjoy this…"

"As soon as I get my youki back, I'm putting my disguise back on, so don't get used to it."

"Oh, can't you just stay in this form?"

"No."

"Please!?"

"No!!"

Judy and Kurama exchanged happy looks as they watched Robin gloat after winning the argument with Hiei. Everything was getting back to normal…

Then, all of a sudden, Robin swayed in bed. Hiei reached out and caught her, lowering her to the pillows. She yawned tiredly and snuggled into the pillows. "G'night everyone… and…thank you…"

The three smiled, quietly exiting the room as their friend settled into a peaceful slumber, thanking the fates, gods, and everything else for her survival.

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Yay! She survived!! Now review and you will get the next chapter… And more conflict!! Yay!!!