Yu Yu Hakusho Fan Fiction ❯ The Blessing, The Curse ❯ First Encounters ( Chapter 4 )

Chapter Four: Fist Encounters

 

The deed is done, the task complete,

The three chosen spirits awaken,

Sakura, Shiva, Loret, the Divine Trinity,

Powers beyond measure, beyond compare,

Koenma, are you ready?

 

“Woot! Awesome!! Kuwabara, I'm so gonna whoop your ass!” “No way, Urameshi! You don't stand a chance against my souped up car!”

The two boys, Yusuke Urameshi and Kazuma Kuwabara sit in the local downtown arcade, trying to outdo each other in a game of speed racer. “I'm winning, Urameshi! Look, I'm winning! Look! Oh, what the hell?! OOOOHHH NOOOOO!!! DAAAMN!” “Haha! You dumbass! You crashed into a light post! What a moron!” “You know what, Yusuke, as soon as I get out of this minor setback I'm gonna run you off the road!” “Oh yeah? I'd like to see you do that, kitten lover!” “Kitten lover?! All right! You've gone too far shit face!” “Shit face! I'll show you shit face!”

Why is Great One having us track these morons? Shut up and quit whining about it! Don't tell me to shut up, Sakura! Whatcha gonna do about it, Shiva? I'm gonna whoop your ass that's what! I'd like to see you try that…. Girls! Can we PLEASE try to stick to the main game plan? Whatever, as long as a certain person keeps her blue haired mouth shut…. Are you talking about me, Sakura? Hell yeah! Who else would I be talking about! Don't think I haven't forgotten about the water trick either. My revenge is coming. Yeah yeah, keep telling yourself that. Girls! Please shut up! I can't hear then. Okay okay, Loret, geez….

 

“No way!” Yusuke hollered. “How could I lose to you man?” “I should be asking you that, Urameshi,” said Kuwabara, equally dumbfounded. “Come on, Kuwabara, let's go. Keiko's waiting for me.”

Now, Loret, NOW??? No, not yet. It's still too early. Then when, WHEN??? Gosh Shiva, quit acting like a hot head. You trying to start more stuff, Sakura? Nope. Just calling you a hot head. Shut up you slut! Both of you keep quiet! They'll hear us. Don't be silly, Loret, we're talking through telepathy. They can't hear a thing. You fool, they could still sense us. You're both putting out enough energy to power the whole arcade! Okay, Loret, sheesh.

 

“Hey Yusuke, you feel that?” asked Kuwabara. “Yeah, you think we're being followed?” asked Yusuke, trying to pinpoint where the location the energy was coming from.

Now, Shiva, go now!

“Excuse me, you two!” Yusuke and Kuwabara both turned around to see a Boton look alike running towards them. They both stopped to see what the pretty girl wanted. “What's up?” asked Yusuke, when the girl finally caught up to them. “Hi! My name's Shiva Anatsuki. I was just wondering if you two knew anybody by the name of Yusuke Urameshi. I've been looking for him everywhere.” Yusuke smiled. “Well, what would a babe like you want with the great Yusuke Urameshi?” he asked casually. “Oh, I'm a BIG fan of his. I've heard of all the things he's accomplished in both the Living, Spirit, and Demon Worlds. I really wanted to meet him and ask for his autograph. So, do you know him?” “Wow, Urameshi, you're famous now huh?” Kuwabara whispered to him. Yusuke gave a big grin. “Well, Miss Shiva. How would you feel if I told you I am the Yusuke Urameshi you've been looking for?” “WHAT?! Are you really him?! Oh my goodness! I'm sooo excited!” Shiva said, jumping up and down.

Wow, she's a good actor, isn't she, Loret? Yes, she is. I just hope she doesn't overdo it. Well, shall we go? We've got two other ones to worry about. Yes, lets be off.

 

Yusuke and Kuwabara both sweatdropped. “Um, okay, okay, you can stop that now,” Yusuke said anxiously. Shiva stopped promptly. “Oh, I'm sorry. I hope I didn't embarrass you,” she said shyly. “No, not at all. We just didn't want anybody to think you've gone nuts or something,” Kuwabara said nicely. Shiva paused for a minute, then grabbed Yusuke's hand. “Come with me!” she said excitedly. “Whoa! Whoa! Wait just a minute!” Yusuke cried, but it was too late. Shiva had already drug him down the block. “Hey you guys! Wait for me!” Kuwabara called.

The trio ran until they were in a back alley kind of place, they were out of the city, and in some kind of suburban area. “What are we doing here?” asked Yusuke. “You'll see,” Shiva replied seductively. Once they got through the alley, they came to an old abandoned lot. There was very little light, and a large bin filled to the brim with water. “Why are we here?” Kuwabara asked with a confused look on his face.

Shiva turned to the boys, a smile played eerily on her lips. “Kuwabara, something's not right about this chick,” Yusuke whispered to Kuwabara. “I know, I'm starting to pick up demon energy from her, but she feels human.” “You think she could be a half demon type of thing?” asked Yusuke. “I don't think so. Maybe she's like Kurama….” Kuwabara replied. “Yeah, maybe….”

All eyes were on Shiva as she walked towards the large bin filled with water. She put the tips of her fingers in the water, and let them linger in the cool liquid. Once her finger tips were well saturated, she flicked the water off towards the boys. “Oh wow, scary,” said Kuwabara sarcastically. “I know, it is,” replied Shiva. The water made contact with the two boys, and sliced them right across their faces. “Ow! What the hell?!” Yusuke shouted. “You like my powers? Shiva asked innocently. “You're powers?” Kuwabara said. “I knew there was something weird about your spirit energy!” Yusuke held his throbbing face. “Damn it,” he cursed under his breath. “We fell right into her trap.”

“My powers are unlike anything you've ever seen, Yusuke Urameshi. I can control anything that is in a liquid state, as well as freeze it. By manipulating my spirit energy I can convert water into just about anything, from bombs to razor sharp bits of energy,” Shiva said dangerously. “Déjà vu, Urameshi?” Kuwabara said. “Yeah, her powers remind me of Touya's and Sea Man's. Only this time there combined into one, and with serious upgrades to him,” Yusuke commented. “You are here because I have chosen you to fall victim to my aquatic powers,” Shiva said dangerously. “I think you've got it backwards, babe. You're the one who's going down,” Yusuke said deviously. “I beg to differ,” Shiva said confidently. “Urameshi! What are you thinking? What have I always taught you? You can't hit girls!” Kuwabara yelled. “Shut up, Kuwabara! Does it look like we have a choice?” Yusuke growled. “If you ignorant fools are done saying your last words, I would like to begin,” Shiva said impatiently. Yusuke turned to her and met her defiant gaze. “I'll take you one, Shiva. Oh man, you really don't know the amount of shit you just stepped into, babe,” Yusuke said aggressively. Shiva smirked. Neither do you, Yusuke, neither do you….

 

Sakura walked until she saw a big building. This must be his college, she thought to herself. I hope he's as strong as they say he is. Otherwise, this will be a very boring fight. When she arrived at the school, she snuck in through the front doors and managed to elude having to go to the main office. She lowered her energy to just about nothing and waltzed into his class, unnoticed. She clung to a corner closest to the door and got a peek at whom she targeted. His hair gave him away. It was a beautiful red, slightly shorter than hers. She'd found him, that is, she found him gorgeous. Oh yes, this will be fun. She pressed her body against the wall and waited.

Kurama sat in the back row, trying to pay attention to what the teacher was saying. He had a feeling someone was watching him, watching him intently. “Okay, class, I want you to get into groups of three and begin the assignment on the board.” The teacher said, jolting Kurama back into the classroom. Before he could blink, all the girl in his class rushed to his seat. “Hi Shuichi! Want to be my partner?” they all asked in unison. Oh my God, thought Sakura. He's got them all over him. They must be his fan club or something. The girls began to fight amongst themselves, arguing over who deserved to be Kurama's partner. “Please, listen ladies! As much as I would like to be all of your partners, there's only one of me here,” he said nervously. “Oh, but Shuichi, you're plenty enough for me,” said a promiscuous looking girl. She bent over, showing as much cleavage that her blouse would allow. Ha! The school slut! Sakura thought. This should be interesting. “Hikarama, I thank you for the complement, but if you don't fix yourself, you're going to have an accident with your breasts,” Kurama said apprehensively. Kurama did not like Hikarama. She always did things to make him uncomfortable. He'd always been more than gracious to her, but ever since he became more in touch with his fox demon heritage, he'd been having impulses to embarrass her.

The whole room echoed with laughter, including Sakura's. Oh my God! He sure showed her how to keep her legs closed! Sakura thought, while laughing. “Okay class, settle down. Get into your groups now,” said the teacher. Kurama had Kaito and a girl named Maya in his group, and they got to work. Hmm, now, I think, I can make myself known….

Kurama's head jolted up, as did Kaito's. They both felt a powerful energy being emitted from the room. “What's wrong, guys?” Maya said, turning in the direction the boys were facing. She saw a girl, about her age, with long red hair, beautiful skin, and the body of a goddess. “Who is that?” she asked the boys. “I don't know but I saw her first,” Kaito said.

Maya looked at the strange girl, then at Kurama. He's looking at her pretty intently. I don't want to lose him to some tramp off the street. Sakura nodded her head at Kurama and left the room, as soundlessly as she came. Kurama stood up. “I think I'd better go follow that girl. She gives me an odd feeling, Kaito,” he said cautiously. Kaito moved to Kurama's side. “She's emitting quite a bit of demon energy, and she managed to sneak in unnoticed. You sure you want to go at it alone?” he whispered to his friend. Kurama nodded. He was about to leave when a hand grabbed his arm. “Where are you going, Suichi?” Maya asked. “Are you going to follow that girl? What about me and Kaito and the project?” Kurama smiled, and hugged Maya affectionately. “Don't worry, Maya. I'm just going to see why she's here.” Maya nodded her head sullenly. “I love you, Kurama. Please come back to me.” Kurama kissed the top of her head, but did not return her sweet words. He motioned Kaito over to him. “Take care of her should anything happen,” he said quietly. Kaito nodded. Before Kurama could ask to be excused, the teacher made a strange announcement.

“Shuichi Minamino, you're wanted in the student services office at this time. The class was silent, including Maya. Why would Suichi be called down to the student services office? Student services is usually where the kids go if they have emotional or social issues to work out, or if they're in trouble. And the schedules for all students have been completed ages ago. There shouldn't be any reason for him to go down there, unless, unless he's hiding something from me again….

Kurama was just as startled as everyone else was. What would student services want with me? He looked around. Everyone except Hikarama was in the room. Oh no.

Kurama made it to the office, and just as he suspected, found Hikarama sitting against the wall, sobbing. He took a seat directly across from her, facing the councilor. The councilor stood up. Hikarama asked me to not be present while you solve your dispute, and I chose to honor that. Suichi Minamino, you be nice to this young lady, understand?” “Understood, ma'am,” Kurama said quietly. With that, the councilor left, shutting the door and shades behind her.

It was silent in the room, until Kurama broke the silence. “Why did you call me down here, Hikarama?” She did not reply for a while. Finally, she said, “Because I like you, Shuichi. I know that I may act like a bother to you, but I can't help it. I really like you.” Kurama felt touched by her confession, but did not ease up on the seriousness he brought into the room. “You know Maya is my girlfriend, and yet and still you would act the way you do. You dishonor your family by acting this way, you know this.” Hikarama was crying now. “Yes, I know that, Shuichi! But I don't care! I want to be with you. I wouldn't hang all over you like Maya does! I'd treat you ten times better than the way she treats you, I promise! I'm just asking you to give me a….” Her attention left Kurama and focused out the window that the councilor neglected to close. There was a girl outside, a very pretty girl outside. She looked at Kurama and saw his gaze on her. She also noticed him frowning slightly. “Shuichi?” she asked questionably. “I must go, I'm sorry,” he said suddenly. “But Shuichi! Wait a minute!” she cried, but Kurama was already out the door.

Kurama snuck out as silently as Sakura snuck in and met her face to face in the school's courtyard. “Who are you?” he asked seriously. He finally got a good look at her. She had long, red hair, just like his. It was in a high bun, with two long strands gracing her cheeks, reaching below her breasts down to her waist. Her body was very feminine looking, and reminded him of the exotic belly dancers he remembered from the Makai. He was immediately attracted to her, and had to remind himself of Maya.

Sakura looked down at the ground. Oh my goodness he's checking me out! Even though she had was a highly attractive girl, she still had a shyness for boys. Kurama picked up on this fact right away, and planned to use it against her if she planned an attack. Kurama looked at her. “Do you know who I am?” “Yes, you're Yoko Kurama, alias, Shuichi Minamino. You use plants in combat, are a straight A student, and evidently very popular with the ladies.” Kurama smiled. “Well, you must be very smart as well, seeing as you know how to do your homework.” Sakura blushed slightly. “Not exactly. Well, I do get A's too, but nobody wants to believe it because….” She stopped. What the hell am I doing! I'm supposed to be attacking him, not talking to him! She frowned. Well, she is smart, she picked up on my strategy, Kurama thought. Still, she doesn't seem like she wants to fight me as bad as she let on in school.

Sakura began to circle him, as though preparing for an attack. Kurama followed her with his eyes. He's not stupid. If I run, he won't follow. He'll know I'm trying to lead him away from the school then. How can I get him away from here? Oh, wait. I know what to do…. Sakura hung her head low, eyes pointing towards the ground. “What's the matter?” Kurama said questionably. “Something's going on somewhere,” she replied, lifting her head back up. “Your friends, Yusuke Urameshi and Kazuma Kuwabara are being attacked as we speak. You must come with me.” Kurama's gazed fell upon her eyes and lips, trying to root out any form of deceit. He couldn't detect any. “What is happening to them?” he asked. He's trying to sniff me out. I've gotta be careful. “There is a powerful demon fighting them. Her name is Shiva. If you don't come, they could be killed,” she said carefully. Kurama frowned. “If you're so concerned about them, why didn't you help them in the first place instead of coming here?” he asked, trying to weed out any lies. Unfortunately for him, Sakura was quick on her feet. “Because it is by that same demon that ordered me to find you. I am supposed to have killed you by now, but I don't think it's right. I don't want to hurt anyone, but if I refuse, she'll kill my mother. Please, you must help me.” She looked up at Kurama with big ruby eyes, glistening like jewels in the sun. she fluttered her eyelashes ever so slightly. Kurama sighed, he could not resist. “Fine, I'll help you, where are my friends?” “Oh thank you! Thank you!” Sakura cried, lunging at him to give him a hug. Kurama sweat dropped. “Um, it's no problem, really….” He looked up at his school, and saw a pretty girl with long blond hair peering out at him. she looked furious. I'm sorry, Maya. Please, I'll explain everything once I get back. He began to run after Sakura. Fool, this is where your life ends, Sakura thought mercilessly.

Sakura led Kurama from his school out to an old, abandoned car shop. Oil leaked from old cars, leaving rainbow streaks where the light shone on it. The building smelled of grease, rust, and oil. The floor was slippery and wet. Kurama's suspicions began to rise again. “Excuse me, stranger, why exactly are we here?” Kurama asked, also implying that he did not know her name. Sakura caught on to his suggestion, but chose to ignore it. She stopped abruptly, issuing him to stop. What she did then caused Kurama to immediately know he was about to be attacked. Sakura pulled out a match and roughly struck it against the wall. He watched her intently, reaching behind his head, waiting to see if he'd need his weapon. The match was lit, and she began to walk towards Kurama, the dim light from the match illuminated her pretty features. Kurama's gaze deepened as she tantalizingly walked towards him, getting closer and closer, violating his personal space.

Still holding the flame, Sakura's eyes turned into little slits, the fire dancing in her eyes. Before Kurama could react, the tiny flame that was on the match quickly burst into a huge flame, singeing the tips of his bangs. He quickly flipped away, still startled by the minor assault. “What on earth…” he began.

“It's too bad you fell for my spell,” Sakura said flatly. “You men are all the same, attracted to some female because of her looks. It's pitiful really, the way you follow your dicks like dogs.” “What is this?” Kurama said angrily, upset he had been tricked by some temptress. “It's rather simple really,” Sakura said, twirling one of the long strands not in her bun. “My power is a mixture of many species of techniques, on of which is the Fire Arts. I can manipulate fire into anything I see fit by using only my spirit energy and a match or lighter. And soon enough, I'll have mastered the Fire Arts so well I won't even need to use a match or lighter. I'll just open my hand and voila! Fire!” She looked intently at her hands. “ Imagine that, with just a little bit of spirit energy and the fire I create I could destroy whole forests and cities and homes. Eliminate life as we know it. But you see Kurama, I have another talent too. I am a temptress summoner. I have the power to Creatures of the Divine Spirit.” Kurama looked shocked. “Creatures of the Divine Spirit?” he repeated. “Yes. I can see that being around for more than a thousand years can be beneficial. Unfortunately, your life is coming to an end.”

Kurama stood his ground in his fighting stance and pulled out a single red rose from his fiery red hair and transformed it into a rosewhip. “You don't think I'm just going to allow you to kill me without putting up a fight first,” Kurama said darkly. Sakura chuckled. “Of course not, love. I would be a fool to think that. But I'm actually looking forward to doing this, getting to see which fox is stronger.” Kurama caught on to a drift she let spill. She's crafty, I'll give her that, but she has to learn when not to reveal certain things about herself. If she really is a fox, she really isn't really looking forward to this fight, so…. “I don't wish to fight you. I, myself, no matter how hard I may have wanted to, could fight one of my own species.” Sakura growled. “What do you know, anyway? I do want to fight!” Kurama began to walk slowly towards her. “I wish we could have met under different circumstances. You really don't seem to be that evil. You seem unsure about what you're doing.” Sakura's conscience began to bother her. Her heart ached. What is this? Why is it so hard for me to attack him now? Just a minute ago I was ready to kill him. Now, I feel like, being friends. I have this strong urge to play with him, to run with him. Why? “Fox apparitions have a hard time opposing one another because of our nature towards one another,” Kurama said, as though reading Sakura's mind. She suddenly became aware of a hand on her shoulder. “You don't have to fight, you know this.” When he felt it was safe to do so, he lifted her chin so he could see her eyes. He stared at her deeply, trying to see into her heart. Sakura averted her eyes, her shyness overcoming her again. Kurama chuckled. “What, just a few minutes ago you couldn't wait to take my life, now you can't look at me. Why is that?” he said, half a smile on his face. Sakura held her head down. Damn fox instincts. Nobody told me this was part of the package. Sakura felt a playful slap on her head. She snapped back to reality, seeing Kurama running away. “Come on, catch me if you can!” he called. Sakura could hardly resist.

She chased Kurama all throughout the city to a more rural area. The sun was beginning to set. Sakura had no idea how long she'd been neglecting her “duty,” but she didn't care. Instead, she and Kurama raced the setting sun. Once they got tired, Kurama sat down suddenly in the grass. Sakura joined him. “So what's your name?” Kurama asked, feeling more alive than he'd had in years. “Sakura, Sakura Obunaga, “she panted. “Well, that's a nice name,” Kurama said. “Wow, you really think so….” Sakura grabbed her head. “Ack!” she cried. Energy pulsed from her head throughout her body. “Sakura, what's the matter?” Kurama asked, genuinely concerned.

Astra nonensuki jorinata, Sakura. Aichi ni wa norensuko deku. Mata noi chirio, amanato! “I'm sorry, Great One! I'm sorry! Je ne panepi coreman!” she cried out. Kurama was confused. What's she saying? “Kurama…. I'm so sorry,” Sakura said. She pulled out a match. Kurama was taken aback by this. Sakura struck the match against the box and let the fire rest in her hand. Kurama hung his head down. “So be it.”

Kurama jumped into the air and unleashed his first assault. “Rose Whip!” he shouted. He whipped the rosewhip through the air and aimed straight for Sakura. Still, Sakura stood her ground. Why isn't she moving? She'll be cut to shreds if she stays in one spot. The answer became clear. Before the attack could connect, Sakura made her fire larger. “Inferno fireballs!” she shouted, unleashing a ball of fire, but her aim was not for Kurama. The fireball connected with Kurama's rosewhip and sent it burning into ashes, forcing Kurama to drop it. “Your weapons, Kurama, are composed of plants, while my attacks a fire based. You can't win.” Kurama frowned. So I have to protect my weapons, as well as myself? Sakura held her head down in shame. “Are you ready for the fight of your life?” Kurama pulled out another rose from his hair. So be it.

 

Everything is going according to plan. All that needs to be done now is track down the final one. A shady character stood perched upon a tall apartment building. Her eyes glowed as she began searching the city for her target. She had no use for abnormal psychic visions, the night sky darkness told her where he was. She locked onto his position and took off.

Hiei was perched on top of a skyscraper in the downtown outskirts of Tokyo, sleeping contently beneath the night stars. He was more calm than usual, sleeping deeper than he had in years. He didn't have any reason to worry, or so he thought. Little did he know, a demon by the name of Loret had him in her sights, the leader and strongest of a trio of demonic females. She leapt to the building Hiei was at, careful to keep adequate space between them. She did not want him awake just yet.

She watched him sleep intently, growing fascinated with each breath he took. Look at him. His demeanor is supposed to be tough and mean, a no nonsense man. Yet here he is, and he displays no such qualities. When awake, he must be so distant, an outcast. But here, in his sleep, he's no different than a sleeping child. He seems almost innocent and tranquil, words that should never describe a true warrior. Hmph, maybe his bad boy attitude is just a front. A smile played on her lips. Well, I guess I'd better wake sleeping beauty.

Hiei awoke with a start when he heard deliberately loud footsteps approaching. Whoever was here wanted him to know it. He jumped to his feat and saw a silhouette of a feminine figure approaching. He could not yet see her face, but he sensed her strength, and saw how she walked. She was obviously confident. Loret stepped into the light of the moon, letting Hiei see what he was dealing with. “Who are you?” Hiei asked in a demanding voice. Loret smiled. “Hello, Hiei. I've been looking all over for you,” she said full of bullshitting kindness. Hiei could see she was playing so game with him. “What business do you have with me?” Hiei asked. “I'm going to kill you,” Loret said bluntly. Hiei's eyes widened, startled by the woman's over bluntness. Loret laughed at Hiei's surprised facial expression. “What's the matter, Hiei, can't handle it?” she teased. Hiei frowned.

“You see, Hiei, you've made many friends, but also many enemies helping out that Yusuke friend of yours. A very powerful demon wants you dead, and has sent me to fulfill his wish,” she said bluntly. “If this demon is so strong, why doesn't he come get some himself?” Hiei growled. Loret smiled slightly. “Because you're not worth his time.”

 

Hiei drew his sword. “Fine, then, bitch. I'll fight you, and kill you. If there's one thing I can't stand it's an arrogant demon who thinks she's the shit because she can control her energy better than a C class.” Loret laughed. “Yes, Hiei, show me what you've got.”

Hiei ran towards her, sword at his side, ready to slash her head off. He is fast. Hiei reached her and unsheathed his sword quicker than lightning and brought it down towards Loret's neck. The blade touched her skin, yet she did not cower. Instead, she looked up at the night sky. “Ah, nighttime. It's my most favorite time,” she said contently. “Do you know what the most powerful force is Hiei? Darkness.” Hiei scoffed at her. “No, think about it, Hiei. What happens when a blackout occurs” first, a sense of surprise attacks people's minds. Then, once the darkness is prolonged, they get scared, then terror sets in, saturating their minds of all those evil images that happen in the dark. The power humans allow darkness to have over them is insane. They allow it to overwhelm their senses and cloud their judgment. That, my newfound adversary, is why darkness reigns supreme over all elements, and should be recognized as such.

Hiei scoffed at Loret's conclusion of her abilities. She'd obviously never felt the burning terror the Dragon of the Darkness Flame inflicted on one's soul. He would teach her some manners. “I've grown tired of hearing you gloat, woman,” Hiei said disrespectfully. “My name is Loret Amakisin. NOT woman,” Loret said, feigning insult. Hiei grew tired of Loret's petty games.

Loret took a stance and waited for Hiei's impatience to get the best of him. She didn't have to wait long, for he came at her like a bullet. His speed didn't not surprise her again. In half a second he was at her side, ready to slash, but something stopped him. The sun was completely set, casting the darkness out of the abyss of which it sleeps. He held the sword up to Loret's neck, applying enough pressure to leave a red mark on her delicate flesh, but gentle enough to not break the skin. “What's the matter, Hiei? Why do you hesitate? You could take me right now if you wanted to.” Hiei scoffed. “You're not worth my time.” What happened next surprised him. Loret landed a roundhouse kick on his face, sending him back a few feet from her. She then raised her hand up, letting a dark aura consume it. “Star Ray!” she commanded. The stars in the sky began to fade; until they were so dark they could be seen clearly in the night sky. Hiei prepared for an attack, but none came. “Hn, now who's hesitating?” he boasted. Loret smiled and pointed at him. All of a sudden, the stars began falling from the sky.

Hiei saw the streams of darkness coming towards him. He began doing a series of flips and teleportations to evade the blows. Finally, it was over, or so he thought. One lone star came crashing down and collided with his back. “Arrgh!” he hissed in pain and surprise. He turned to glare at Loret. Loret began to laugh. “Silly Hiei, did you think I would really jump into this battle ill prepared?” she giggled. “There's more to me than meets the eye. Let me tell you about my powers….”

You see, Hiei, anything that even a shadow touches is susceptible to my power. I control the night's stars and turn darkness into a fatal weapon. The stars bow to me, as does darkness itself. But, that not all I am capable of.” Loret began to take off her jean jacket. “Oh please. Do my eyes a favor and keep your clothes on,” Hiei scoffed. Loret smiled. “Oh, but Hiei, I am doing you a favor, stripping for you like this. All three of your eyes.” Hiei was taken aback by Loret's knowledge of his Jagan Eye.

“Can you guess what's under these bandages?” Loret asked innocently. Hiei observed her bandaged arm. He could not tell it was there before, due to the jacket. He glanced at his own-bandaged arm, and everything began to click. His expression went from normal to aghast. No, it can't be…. “Oh, why yes it can be Hiei. You see, there's a specific reason why I chose to fight you. we have quite a bit in common, you and I. We both are outsiders, fiercely independent, care little for the `simple things in life.'” But most importantly, we've both been dealt the amazing grace of the dragon.” She smiled as Hiei growled and clenched his fists. “Let's get this over with!” Hiei yelled, getting into his fighting stance.” “Hn, I couldn't agree with you more,” Loret answered.

 

Thunder crashes and cracks. Yusuke, Kuwabara, Kurama, Hiei, Loret, Sakura, and Shiva all square off in an epic battle. Who will be the ones to triumph? Only time will tell. This is beautiful. Ones who should be allies are now bitter nemesis, who don't even know why they are so. Al is falling according to plan. Let's see how far they get.

Now, it is time to strike.

 

Ok, guys. That concludes the fourth chapter. Hope you guys will read and review. Sorry for the wait, but if I didn't do the prologue, the story wouldn't make sense. Anyway, hope you liked it!