Yu Yu Hakusho Fan Fiction ❯ FRIENDS & LOVERS ❯ Chapter 3 ( Chapter 3 )

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I’ve given you a couple of Kurama/Yusuke lemons so in this chapter I’m giving you a little Kurama/Hiei action. The next chapter I think I’ll give you a taste of how it was with Hiei/Yusuke and some where in here I might even let someone else get some loving too. I won’t say who but you’ll know who I mean in a few paragraphs.

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FRIENDS & LOVERS

Chapter 3

With a sigh Kurama walked through the garden absently touching a plant or flower as he went. Though just his presence was enough to make the garden lush and beautiful any plant he touched flourished or blossomed instantly. Without looking he could sense the lone figure watching him from the upstairs window. He knew he should go inside but couldn’t bring himself to do so just yet.

It had been almost six months since he’d found out about Hiei and Yusuke yet he still wasn’t over the hurt they had caused him. They had both tried to see him or even just talk to him but each time Kurama had avoided them. The first sign he’d had was the day he’d barred them out of the apartment. When he’d gone to bed that night he’d found notes from both men sitting on his desk. Both notes had gone unopened into the trash.

Attempting to get into the apartment Hiei had tried setting fire to the vines across the windows but Kurama had crossbred all the plants guarding his home with Makai fire plants. He then tried using the jagon to communicate Kurama but the Youko had easily blocked him sending back an energy wave that had given the Jaganshi a severe headache. Hiei had even resorted to having Yukina talk to Kurama on his behalf but the redhead had politely asked her to mind her own business.

Yusuke too tried unsuccessfully to reach him. He’d left dozens of voicemails that Kurama erased unheard. Yusuke had nearly been skewered alive by the thorns on Kurama’s plants when he tried breaking down the apartment door. Whenever Yusuke tried to approach Kurama as he came or went from work he found himself tied up or attacked by various plants.

The stunt that both angered and amused Kurama however had been when Yusuke had gone to Shiori seeking her help. Unfortunately Kurama’s stepfather had been home and, hearing what Yusuke wanted, the older man had unleashed his disgust of homosexuals on him. Yusuke proceeded to punch the man’s lights out for offending his lover. Kurama found out later that Yusuke had been arrested for assault after Hatanaka pressed charges.

Though their attempts to see him had decreased over the months Kurama still felt like a prisoner having to lock himself in his apartment and like a hunted man constantly watching over his shoulder whenever he went out. After five months of that Kurama needed a break. Telling Shiori he needed to get away for a while Kurama had taken a leave of absence from work, locked his apartment and disappeared.

After being here for almost a month Kurama was beginning to relax but was still nursing a broken heart. No matter what Hiei and Yusuke had done he hadn’t stop loving them. Knowing they were together now only made it hurt more. Being here, safely hidden away from the threat of having to see or talk to one of them was helping.

Sensing someone’s approach Kurama knew that his solitude was about to end. No longer satisfied with watching from the window the one that offered him a safe haven was entering the garden. Hoping to hide his sadness Kurama tried to smile as he turned to greet Yomi. “So you’ve finally gotten away from those vultures and decided to join me in this beautiful garden.”

Yomi stopped just a step in front of Kurama. “Those vultures as you call them are my advisors Kurama. Since you refuse to retake your place at my side I am force to listen to their droning voices alone day after day. As to the beauty of the garden, I’m sure it pales next to your beauty my friend.”

Kurama blushed and would have turned away but Yomi’s hand reached out to caress his cheek, forcing the redhead to look at him. “My eyes may not be able to see the beauty of the garden Kurama but I don’t need eyes to feel the sadness behind that false smile you put on for me.”

Kurama didn’t resist the gentle pull of Yomi’s hand, easily relaxing into the demon’s strong embrace. Giving in to his need for comfort Kurama stayed in Yomi’s arms. When Yomi leaned down and kissed him Kurama pulled away. “Yomi, I…”

Reluctantly releasing his friend Yomi chuckled. “I promised not to force myself on you Kurama, I didn’t promise not to try. When are you going to tell me what happened to make you so sad?”

Turning away Kurama gave a little laugh. “Seeing that I betrayed you so cruelly Yomi, you are the last one I expected sympathy from now that I am the one that has been betrayed.”

Yomi followed a few feet behind as Kurama wandered through the garden. “I suspected it was one of your former teammates that did this to you, now I’m sure of it. Only someone you trust and care for as much as you do them could hurt you this bad.”

When Kurama’s step faltered Yomi knew he was right. “Kurama, only once have I known anything to effect you like this, that was when Kuronue died. Since I know neither of your friends are dead that means they’ve broken your heart in another manner.”

Raising his chin Kurama asked defiantly. “How would you know if they were dead or not?”

A slow smirk crossed Yomi’s lips. “Yusuke called me to Tourin for a meeting yesterday. At Hiei’s request I went to Alaric just a few days before that. Interesting how they both wanted to see me about the same thing… you.”

Red hair flew as Kurama’s head whipped around to look at him. “What did you tell them?”

Yomi was surprised to hear something akin to fear in his old friend’s voice. Reaching out he drew Kurama back into his arms. “I told them nothing Kurama. Don’t worry, even if they find out that you are here they could never get in without me allowing it.”

Hearing the confidence in Yomi’s voice Kurama relaxed against him. Yomi still didn’t know what had happened between Kurama and his friends but Yomi feared that if the redhead knew they had been trying to get onto the castle grounds for over a week the fox would flee. “Enough about them. Right now the only one I’m worried about is you. You’re getting far too thin Kurama. Let’s go see what cook has made for dinner.”

Still held close to Yomi’s side Kurama allowed himself to be led inside. “I know I don’t deserve it Yomi, but I want you to know how grateful I am for everything you’ve done.”

Yomi smiled. “As payment I’d like… a kiss.”

Before Kurama could pull away Yomi swooped down and stole a kiss. When Kurama didn’t protest Yomi’s lips lingered before pulling back. Waiting for Kurama’s reproach Yomi laughed when Kurama only scolded. “You always were a pervert.”

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Two weeks later Kurama was once again in his sanctuary. Sitting in the grass under a tree in the garden the redhead was talking to his mother on his cell phone. When he arrived back in Makai he was relieved to find that even after several years the relay system he had set up during the Makai tournament still worked.

“Honest Mother, I’m doing fine… I told you, I’m staying with a friend… Yes Mother, I promise I’m eating better, my friend makes sure of it… No Mother, he’s not my new boyfriend, just a friend… No, I haven’t seen them but I think they know where I am… I told you I’m fine… No, I don’t know when I’ll be home… Yes I think this break has been good for me too… I have to go Mother… I love you too.”

After closing the phone Kurama looked up to where Yomi stood a few feet away. “You can join me if you like.”

Kurama couldn’t read the expression on Yomi’s face as the demon lord moved to sit beside him in the grass. Taking advantage of the situation Yomi slipped an arm around the redhead and was pleased when he leaned into the embrace. “That hurt you know, hearing you tell her we were just friends. You know I would be more than willing make it more.”

Kurama tried to smile as he answered. “You are a lord of Makai Yomi, you should be with a demon not a human. As you know I decided long ago to live out my life as a human.”

Yomi laughed. “You know damn good and well that’s not why you keep turning me down Kurama. Besides, you’ve become powerful enough to change forms at will. It’s only stubbornness that keeps you in this form.”

Not wanting to admit he was right Kurama didn’t respond hoping Yomi would change the subject. “Since your mother thought I was the new boyfriend it makes me wonder if it was Hiei, Yusuke or perhaps both that was the old boyfriend.”

Feeling Kurama stiffen Yomi knew he’d hit the mark. “Since I’m not worried that either of them physically harmed the great Yoko Kurama maybe it’s time you met with them and…”

“No! I don’t want to see either of them ever again!” With that Kurama jumped up and went into the castle.

Kurama’s passionate reaction to Yomi’s request only increased his resolve that it was time for the former teammates to meet. His hope was that Kurama would resolve the issues he was having with his friends and come to him freely. If, as he feared, that wasn’t to be then he hoped his old friend would reconcile with them and be happy. As he reflected on that last thought he scolded himself. ‘I should stop thinking about what’s best for anyone else and just claim that sexy fox for myself.”

In the end reason won out, especially since it was getting harder and harder to keep Hiei and Yusuke away from the castle. If he claimed Kurama against his will it was sure to cause an all our war. With any luck his plan would provide a reprieve from the pesky demons’ attempts to get to Kurama and still maintain peace.

Going to his office Yomi wrote two notes. Sending for messengers he deployed one to Alaric with a note for Hiei. The other went to Yusuke at Tourin. Both messengers were instructed to wait for a response but answer no questions and not to reveal that Yomi had sent messages to the other demon lord.

With that done Yomi went looking for Kurama. If he allowed the redhead to hide then he wouldn’t eat. He didn’t relish the thought of either Hiei or Yusuke accusing him of not taking care of the fox. Besides, he had a few days until his plan fell into place. In that time he planned to continue doing everything in his power to win Kurama for himself.

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Sitting in his office going over the map of Yomi’s castle and grounds Hiei didn’t bother acknowledging the knock at his door until it was repeated twice. “Go away!”

Hesitantly one of the guards from the gate poked his head in the door. “I’m sorry to bother you Lord Hiei but there is a messenger here to see you.”

Without looking up Hiei growled. “I said go away!”

The guard swallowed hard but didn’t back down. “My Lord, the message is from Lord Yomi.”

Red eyes snapped up to look at the guard. “Send him in.”

As the guard turned to leave Hiei called after him. “Turk… good work.”

Nodding at the unexpected praise Turk quickly went to get the messenger. When he arrived he was a small wiry demon with bulging eyes. The demon handed the message to Hiei then just stood there waiting for a response.

Scanning the note Hiei then looked at the messenger. “Does Kurama know about this?”

The little demon replied calmly. “I am instructed to wait for a reply my Lord.”

Red eyes narrowed as Hiei regarded the messenger. Removing the ward over the jagon Hiei tried to probe the demon’s mind. After a moment he sighed in frustration. “Tell Yomi I’ll be there.”

Returning to his desk Hiei looked again at the note. It was simple and to the point.

Hiei,

We need to meet regarding Kurama. Meet me at the Dragon’s Head Pub two days from now at noon.

Yomi

With a sigh Hiei resigned himself to waiting the allotted time. It was clear that he wouldn’t be seeing Kurama at that meeting but it was a step closer than he’d been in the last six months. Ever since he’d been foolish enough to brake up with Kurama the fire demon’s thoughts were on his beautiful fox almost constantly.

Today for some reason his mind traveled back to the day almost three years ago when they had become lovers for the first time. Resigning himself to reliving the now painful memory for the hundredth time since leaving Kurama, Hiei leaned back in his chair and closed his eyes.

*FLASHBACK*

The assignment Koenma had sent them on was finished and had been relatively uneventful. Hiei and Kurama had gone alone to Makai to return a young wolf demon cub that had somehow ended up in the hands of a scientist in the Ningenkai. Hiei could have taken the cub back alone accept he refused to touch it. Kurama had been sent with him to care for the cub.

They’d found the cub’s pack a few hours ago and were headed back to where they could open a portal out of Makai. Once he saw Kurama safely through the portal Hiei had every intention of taking off into Makai alone. He knew Kurama had been watching him intently and had tried several times to engage him in conversation but Hiei was doing everything he could to avoid talking to or being near his partner by staying mostly to the trees.

Hiei had been feeling off for several days but since entering the Makai with Kurama two days ago it was getting worse. He was edgy and unable to sleep. He seemed to always feel hot, which was not normal for a fire demon. Worst of all however was that he was acutely aware of Kurama. He repeatedly wondered why he was so conscious of how good Kurama smelled or how soft his hair and skin looked. More than once he’d caught himself about to touch the beautiful redhead. Hiei had secretly harbored a crush on the beautiful Youko turned human for several years now but this was like nothing he’d ever felt before.

As they made their way to the portal Kurama must have been as distracted as Hiei since neither of them saw or felt the demon that attacked Kurama until the redhead’s shirt had been torn open and the demon was trying to throw him to the ground.

Vines moved swiftly towards Kurama’s attacker but not faster than Hiei. Almost faster than Kurama could see the demon was viciously pulled off of him and sliced to pieces. In a fit of rage Hiei screamed as he set the demon’s remains ablaze. “No one touches my fox!”

Hiei didn’t realize he was shaking from the force of his anger until Kurama touched his arm, concern clearly in his eyes and voice. “Hiei, it’s okay. I’m alright.”

Wild red eyes turned to Kurama. As he said, Kurama appeared to be fine. Hiei however didn’t calm down. In one glace he took in Kurama’s disheveled appearance. The torn shirt that revealed a large amount of Kurama’s toned chest however was Hiei’s undoing. Pulling away from his friend Hiei flitted off into the forest.

He didn’t know how long he ran and wasn’t even aware that he was being pursued until he was trapped by several plants. He fought their hold but to no avail. When a silver fox appeared before him he fought even harder. Even as he fought his gaze never left the fox. Never breaking eye contact Kurama transformed back to his redheaded human form.

Slowly Kurama approached him. “Hiei, relax. It’s just me. I won’t release you until you calm down.”

Kurama’s smooth alto voice caressed Hiei taking a little of the fight out of him. When Kurama reached for him though Hiei began fighting in earnest again. There was a struggle as Kurama moved to take the place of the plants that held Hiei. In the end they ended up on the ground with Hiei between Kurama’s legs and in his arms. The fire demon’s back was held tightly against Kurama’s chest. Unless he was willing to hurt his best friend and partner Hiei was forced to accept Kurama’s hold on him.

Kurama didn’t loosen his hold as the two tried to catch their breath. When it appeared Hiei wouldn’t fight him anymore Kurama laid his head alongside the fire demon’s. Hiei bit his lip when Kurama nuzzled his neck and breathed in his scent. “It’s alright Hiei, I’ll take care of you. Gods, you smell so good.”

At his almost passionate words Hiei again tried in vain to escape. When he spoke again Kurama’s lips and breath sent chills along Hiei’s neck. “You might as well stop Hiei because I’m not letting you go. In the condition you’re in you’ll get yourself raped or killed before the night is over.”

Hiei remained stiff but ceased his struggles. “What the hell is wrong with me Kurama?”

Kurama could hear the desperation in Hiei’s words. “It’s taken me two days to figure it out but I think I have. I’ve seen you naked Hiei so I’m not questioning your masculinity here but… I think you’re in heat.”

Red eyes snapped around trying to look at the redhead that was still nuzzling his neck. “That’s not possible Kurama, I’m not a damn female!”

Feeling the lips on his neck form a grin Hiei growled but didn’t try to pull away. “I am very aware of that fact Hiei but you are part Koorime. Since the Koorime are all female I’m afraid you at least have female hormones.”

The warm body pressed against his as well as the wicked lips that kept traveling along his neck were quickly making it hard for Hiei to think clearly. “How the hell did you arrive at that ridiculous conclusion Fox?”

Kurama’s breathing was becoming labored as he nibbled on Hiei’s neck. “The Koorime part I think I’ve explained. As to you being in heat, you have all the symptoms. You always wear your cloak Hiei yet for the first time you left it in my apartment indicating your temperature is up. You’ve been agitated and I know you haven’t slept. Most obvious of all though is your scent.”

When Hiei stiffened Kurama paused before continuing. “I noticed something was off when you came to get me but when we entered Makai it intensified. When a demon goes into heat she, or in this case he, puts off a pheromone that is supposed to attract a mate. Believe me Hiei, yours is working very well.”

Hiei’s voice was almost a whisper when he spoke. “How do you know that?”

The fire demon closed his eyes and shivered when Kurama moaned and licked his ear. “First, I don’t think that demon was after me. I think he caught your scent but only saw me since you were in the trees. Second… I’ve had a raging hard on since I caught your scent two days ago Hiei.”

To prove his point Kurama pulled Hiei closer. Hiei half gasped, half moaned as he felt Kurama’s erection press against his backside. Hiei suddenly noticed that Kurama’s arms no longer restrained him. Instead warm hands were caressing his chest and hip. Wanting so much to give in to what he was feeling Hiei didn’t pull away. “Kurama, I don’t know what to do.”

Gently, Kurama’s hands turned Hiei until he was cradled more comfortably in his arms. For the first time Hiei seemed to relax as his head settled in the crook of Kurama’s neck. “You don’t need to worry Hiei, I promise I’ll take care of you, no matter what.”

For some reason Kurama’s soft words comforted Hiei even though he knew what they implied. “Even if that means we… um…”

Kurama chuckled. “I won’t do anything you don’t want Hiei. As hard as it will be, if you want me to take you somewhere safe to ride this out then I will. I’ll protect your virtue with my life if need be. However I would be extremely honored if you would trust me enough to take care of your needs in another way.”

Feeling Hiei shiver Kurama’s hands gently stroked his back and leg where they held him. “Hiei, you need to know this wouldn’t be just a rut for me. I’ve had feelings for you for a very long time. Not knowing how you would react though I’ve kept them to myself. I’d rather never know what it was like to be your lover if in the end I lost your friendship.”

When Hiei’s wide innocent eyes peered up at him Kurama couldn’t resist capturing his lips in a kiss. Kurama intended it to be a gentle, reassuring kiss but when Hiei clung to him and parted his lips Kurama gave in and ravished the fire demon’s mouth. When Kurama finally pulled back Hiei whimpered at the loss. Drawing several deep breaths Kurama shifted Hiei until he could stand before lifting Hiei into his arms. “I think there are caves in those hills. Let’s find some place with a little more protection than these trees.”

Hiei didn’t question why he allowed Kurama to carry him, he only knew he didn’t want to lose the fox’s touch. Laying his head on Kurama’s shoulder Hiei closed his eyes. He didn’t know at what point Kurama had eased his edgy feeling but after two stress filled days it felt so good Hiei willingly surrendered to it.

It wasn’t long before Kurama located the caves. He poked his head in three before he was happy. Taking Hiei inside Kurama gently placed him on his feet but didn’t release him. With one arm still around the fire demon Kurama reached into his hair before scattering several seeds around the cave. A moment later the ground was covered in a soft bed of leaves. Along the back wall three lamp weed softly lit the cave. Lastly, vines wove themselves over the entrance to the cave sealing them inside.

Long fingers caressed Hiei’s cheek until he looked up into Kurama’s green eyes. With a gentle smile Kurama claimed Hiei’s lips. All too soon Kurama pulled back bringing another whimper from the fire demon. “If it’s only your heat bringing you into my arms Hiei, I’d rather disappoint us both by leaving you alone to ride this out.”

Hiei didn’t hesitate to wind his arms around Kurama’s neck and press their bodies together. “I want you Kurama… I always have.”

When Hiei’s hard length rubbed his thigh Kurama groaned. Nudging his knee between Hiei’s legs they both moaned when their erections rubbed together. No longer able to deny their need each man began removing the other’s clothing. When they were both naked Kurama swooped down to claim Hiei’s lips in a passionate kiss.

Overwhelmed with desire Hiei’s knees buckled and he would have fallen if Kurama had not lowered him to the ground. When Kurama’s body covered his Hiei eagerly spread his legs seeking more intimate contact. Kurama’s hands and mouth were kissing along Hiei’s neck and down his chest. “Not so fast Firefly. A quick rut won’t relieve your heat. Lay back and give yourself over to the pleasure I want to give you.”

By the time Kurama finished he was settled between Hiei’s thighs with the fire demon’s sex clasped firmly in his hand. Hiei took several deep breaths to calm himself before looking down into Kurama’s green eyes. Hiei didn’t stay relaxed long as his body bowed off the ground when Kurama’s mouth closed over him.

Kurama’s wet mouth was like liquid fire as the redhead moved up and down on the fire’s erection. Hiei was already mindless with pleasure as Kurama’s fingers entered him causing him to cry out. Fingers clamped onto the leafy bedding beneath him as Hiei tried to decide whether to thrust into Kurama’s mouth or back onto his fingers. Trusting Kurama Hiei gave himself over to the pleasure and climaxed with a silent scream.

Hiei’s body still trembled from his release as Kurama moved back over him. As he panted Kurama stroked his face until he could open his eyes and focus on his lover. “I don’t want you to have any regrets Hiei. Do you want me to stop?”

Strong fingers grabbed Kurama by the hair pulling him nose to nose with the man beneath him. “If you stop now Fox I’m going to kill you.”

As Kurama leaned in for a kiss his hand slid along one of Hiei’s legs. With his hand under Hiei’s knee Kurama pulled until his knee bent opening the fire demon to him. Distracting him with his hands and mouth Hiei only gave a small gasp as Kurama took him for the first time. Nibbling a sensitive area on Hiei’s neck Kurama waited until he heard the fire demon’s needy whimpers before moving.

Kurama tried to be gentle, not wanting to hurt his virgin lover, but Hiei would have no part of it. Wanting to give Hiei what he needed Kurama’s thrusts quickened. When Hiei still seemed to need more Kurama rolled them. Hiei seemed startled for a moment until Kurama whispered in his ear. “Rise up on your knees Hiei, you’ll be able to take me deeper into your body.”

Doing as Kurama instructed Hiei was thrilled to find his words true. Long fingers caressed his chest before moving to his erection. “Ride me Hiei. Take your pleasure on me any way you like.”

Again Hiei did Kurama’s bidding and soon was moving frantically on his lover. After a few minutes Hiei’s hand joined Kurama’s and together the stroked the fire demon’s body. Kurama bit his lip trying to maintain control as he watched the beautiful demon pleasuring himself on him.

When Hiei’s body began to quiver in need of release Kurama rolled them again. Lifting Hiei’s hips Kurama thrust into him fast and hard. The warm flesh in Kurama’s hand pulsed it’s climax and Hiei screamed. A few thrusts later Kurama released his passion into his lover’s body.

The only sound in the cave was their ragged breath. Collapsing at Hiei’s side Kurama gathered his lover close. Kurama smiled as Hiei’s warm body cuddled into his and began purring. Vaguely, as he slipped into sleep, Hiei heard Kurama whisper. “I love you Hiei.”

*END FLASHBACK*

Hiei squirmed uncomfortably in his chair. He never failed to get a hard on from that memory. Looking back at the note Hiei wondered what Yomi meant when he said they needed to ‘meet regarding Kurama’? If anything happened to Kurama while in that old goats care there would be war in Makai. Not only he but Yusuke would see the demon lord die.

Suddenly Hiei’s thoughts were brought to the only other man that could claim a piece of his heart, Yusuke. He wondered if Yusuke had gotten a note too. Would he be forced to face his former teammate the day after tomorrow? As much as he hoped he would be with Yusuke soon he prayed they wouldn’t be forced to fight either for Kurama or over him.

Hiei knew the Toushin was also trying to reach Kurama because they had crossed paths several times in the last six months. With Kurama’s heart break first on both of their minds though they had passed each other in silence. Hiei’s heart ached when he’d seen the look of longing in Yusuke’s eyes and knew there had been a similar look in his.

Anger filled Hiei and before he could prevent it the note in his hand went up in flames. ‘How the hell did things got so screwed up?’ Even as his heart was breaking Kurama had said he loved both Hiei and Yusuke. The one time they had been together Yusuke had told Hiei he loved him and his actions said he also loved Kurama. Though Hiei had loved Kurama for years he knew he had to admit to loving Yusuke too.

Shoving himself away from his desk Hiei kicked the chair into the wall. “If we all love each other, why the hell are we all alone and miserable?”

Going to the window Hiei looked out. Sighing, he knew the first thing he had to do was fix things with Kurama. Even if Kurama never took him back Hiei had to do everything in his power to take away his pain. Kurama had shown him nothing but unconditional love since they were first together and whether it was with him, Yusuke or someone else his beautiful fox deserved to be happy.

Pain pierced his heart at the thought of life without Kurama. It only intensified when he thought about Yusuke. Pushing the pain aside along with his unsatisfied desire Hiei moved to the door. He had two days until his meeting with Yomi. He’d use the time to satisfy some of Mukuro’s endless demands. Besides, fighting and killing a few things might help alleviate some of his tension.