Yu Yu Hakusho Fan Fiction ❯ Trials of the Heart ❯ The Deceiving Heart ( Chapter 3 )

[ Y - Young Adult: Not suitable for readers under 16 ]

By: Karame

Fayth: I hope you enjoy this chapter (Disclaimer: By the way we still don't own Yu Yu Hakusho. I still can't have Hiei and KuwaL can't have Kuwabara T_T. I guess a plushie will have to do). It would have been out by Friday night but there was some writing problems (my fault ^_^;) and it wasn't done in time. I was trying to go for some deep emotion with the encounter in Koenma's office and hopefully it ends up as good as I was going for. Also I should warn you I kinda borrowed KuwaL's Yusuke muse ^_^;

Yusuke: Borrowed my ass. I was in the middle of giving her some really good ideas when the next thing I know I'm here with you.

Fayth: ^_^;;;; Yeah well in all fairness I did let her have m y Jaken muse.

Yusuke: You call that a trade? Are you crazy?

Fayth: -blink- Uh, no not usually. Why?

Yusuke: I get kinda get sick of being abused in fan fics sometimes. Don't even get me stated with what KuwaL did in the first chapter of Kuwabara's girlfriend. I had to go shopping for hours with Keiko to make up for that stunt. Then she has to hit me over the head with a rock in the third chapter. When I finally do wake up I find out they were stepping all over me while I was out... Guess it explains why I had all of those shoe prints on me.

Fayth: -sweat drop- Uh well it wasn't like it was her fault. She didn't tell Hiei, Kuwabara and Kurama to run all over you.

Yusuke: Yeah but she was the one who started it.

Fayth: No the perverted fox was really to blame for using you as a stepping stone. But you have to admit you did have it coming ^_^;. You should have known better then to make fun of Kuwabara.

Yusuke: Grrr... Why you little?

Fayth: Eep. Um KuwaL I think now would be a good time for your part of the AN. Preferably before Yusuke decides to use me for target practice.

KuwaL: Yusuke leave Fayth alone or I won't let you and Kuwa cuddle for a week.

Yusuke: That's not fair!!

Kuwa: Why do I gotta be punished!])

Fayth: Really what did I do.... Besides take you from KuwaL for a litte while?

Yusuke: A little while! I was here for 24 damn hours! I don't call that little!

KuwaL: Yusuke....I swear you won't do any cuddling with Kuwa if you keep this up! Besides I don't mind sharing you guys!

Yusuke: WEll I sure as Hell do!

Kuwa: WAIT A MINUTE!! Why do I have to get involved?! Why can't ya threaten to take aw ay his video games or sumething?

Yusuke: Hell no! Not my video games!!

Fayth: I could always call Keiko. I got her number from Kurama

Yusuke: [glares] don't you dare! I swear I won't give ya guys ANY ideas EVER again!!

Kuwa: Hold on! I still wanna know why ya had to drag me into this?!

KuwaL: Kuwa, don't worry, I would never punish you! I love ya too much! While Yusuke won't be cuddling with you I will (big grin)

Kuwa: (big grin)....

Yusuke: (growls) That's not fair!

Fayth: Awww Poor Yusuke. If it makes you feel better I can always bring one of my muses.

Yusuke: [pouts] But I want my 'bara!

Fayth: Hahahahaha.. 'bara!? -Tries not to laugh more-

KuwaL: Yeah....^_^; I know weird huh?

Fayth: -grins- Ok you can call him what ever you want. You should just be lucky I like Kuwabara as much as Hiei because this is something he would kill to know

Yusuke: (growls)

Kuwa: (snorts) Hiei already knows...well...KuwaL's Hiei anyway, and he's cool

Hiei: Hn...whatever, its not my business what those two do with themselves.

KuwaL: (sighs) You know.... he didn't use to call him that until I read other fics where he called him 'bara in ^_^; now he uses it alot ^_^;

Fayth: It's cute though... It's too bad I never got Sesshoumaru to get use to fluffy-sama. He killed me once for that... or at least tried.

All muses: (sweat drop)

Ani: I would never try to kill KuwaL...but then again she does make the most....delectable scenes with me and my Kuwa here...

Yusuke: YOUR KUWA! (Jumps and starts to fight with Ani)

KuwaL: (Sweat drops) I think he won't bother you anymore ^_^;

Fayth: ^_^;; It's a good thing he gets side tracked so easily.....

Sesshoumaru: Woman how many times do I have to tell you not to call me that name.

Fayth: O_o; When did you get in?

Hiei: [snorts] Idiots.

Fayth: ^_^;;; But Hiei is still my fave. Even if he thinks humans are idiots

Hiei: (snorts but has a slim smirk on his lips)

KuwaL: I think he likes you ^_^

Fayth: -^_^-

(Yusuke and Ani are still fighting, however Otouto comes into the room and pushes them apart)

Otouto: If you don't behave I might have to teach you a lesson detective...(stares coldly at Yusuke)

Yusuke: [glares back but sighs] fine...

KuwaL: Well, they're busy, so we might as well get to the story, don't ya think Fayth?

Fayth: Definitely a good idea.

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Previously on Trials of the Heart…

Yusuke looked Kuwabara straight at Kuwabara and gave a small laugh.

“And the crazy thing is I find my self missing her slaps…”

“I don't know what to do anymore Kuwabara…I just feel like this pain is killing me…like I don't even want to live…” Yusuke didn't finish his sentence.

"Don't. Killing yer self won't bring her back and it definitely wouldn't make you happy.....I can tell you that she would hate you if you killed your self just to see her and be with her..." His voice became just above a whisper.

“So what? You think Keiko might have been…pregnant?” Kuwabara asks, giving Yusuke a look.

“I don't know…I know it's just a dream and shit, but I mean…I can't help but think about it...."

“Well, why don't you talk to Koenma, maybe he could tell you, if you really wanted to know.” Kuwabara suggested.

Botan flew up to the two of them, looking a bit upset.

“Oh I'm so glad to find the both of you! Koenma needs your help! He already sent for Kurama and Hiei to see if they can help.” Botan says.

“Alright. Here we go!” Botan say s, taking off.

Yusuke had forgotten what a crazy driver Botan was and let go of the oar for a second before grabbing onto Kuwabara.

Kuwabara laughed, which earned him a growl from Yusuke.

“Shut up!” Yusuke shouted as he pressed himself as close to Kuwabara as he could; afraid of flying off.

And now for today's episode of Trials of the Heart….

Chapter Three:

The Deceiving Heart

As they sped through the air, Kuwabara suddenly felt the urge to throw up. Yusuke had told him before how bad her flying was, but never did he believe it. Going fast was one thing but this was unbelievable. He would have held on tighter if it wasn't for the fact that he was afraid the increased pressure would end up breaking something on the small woman steering. If they didn't stop soon Kuwabara was sure he wouldn't be able to hold in his breakfast.

'Man how the hell did Urameshi ever deal with this speed junkie?'

When he almost convinced himself the ride wasn't ever going to end, Kuwabara realized they were slowing d own. Letting out a breath he didn't even know he was holding, he began to wonder how Yusuke was holding up. No matter what Koenma said, Kuwabara knew that it wouldn't help Yusuke get over his loss.

He already knew if she was pregnant then there was a good chance it could finish pushing his friend over the edge. Even if it wasn't the case then he would still have to deal with the pain that was festering below the surface.

'If I could only find a way to get him to open up to me a little more. This isn't going to be good no matter what happens but he has to know... He has a right to know.'

They jumped off as Botan neared the ground and waited as she put the oar back to where ever it was she would summon it from.

He was snapped from his thoughts when Yusuke said something.

“Come on lets get this over with. I don't want to be here any longer t hen I have to.”

They made their way t o Koenma's office in silence. It was probably for the best. There was no reason to try to make small talk that would end up causing Yusuke to change his mind about coming. Come hell or high water Kuwabara was going to make sure his friend got the answers that he was searching for.

When they entered the office no one said a word. The silence lasted, for what seemed like forever, but in reality it was probably no more then half a minute. Surprisingly enough it was Hiei that finally broke the awkward moment.

“You look like hell.”

Yusuke looked over to the fire demon but didn't comment. It was at that time Hiei noticed the empty look in his eyes. The look made him think twice about saying anything else. He never had seen such a soulless gaze on the detective. For those who had taken notice they would have seen his eyes widen slightly from shock.

“Yusuke I'm glad you decided to come,” Koenma said causing the teen to look in his direction.

“We've all been worried about--”

“Can you just cut the crap and tell me what the hell you want so I can get out of here?”

Koenma swallowed trying to rid himself of the lump that was forming in the back of his throat. He wasn't expecting a warm welcome but that didn't mean he couldn't hope that Yusuke wasn't as bad as the day he left Keiko's funeral. Of course considering the boy's temperament that was just wishful thinking on his part.

“Yes, of course, Yusuke. The reason I've called you all here is because there has been a demon that escaped to the human realm. Normally it wouldn't be of great concern but he has two dangerous artifacts in his possession. One is called the Mirror of Insight and the other is the

Orb of Subjugation. The orb alone is capable of using the darkness on a person's soul and twisting it so the user is able to control them. Now this in and of itself is dangerous enough, but when combined with the mirror it can be a whole lot worse. The power of the mirror is the ability to read into the soul. There have been some reports that it has other powers but of course without it present we were never able to confirm or deny those claims.”

Taking a breath he directed his next statement towards Yusuke.

“I know I can't force you to go but please reconsider.”

“Just like you reconsidered your decision to give Keiko another chance. Maybe you don't realize this but I couldn't give a rat's ass about your stupid missions. The only reason I showed up was because of Kuwabara.”

Kuwabara knew if he didn't say something now Yusuke probably would never end up asking the question that brought him here in the first place. Even if it meant finding out something he would have preferred to shield his friend from, the question had to be asked. Not bothering to say anything to Yusuke he just came out and said what was on his mind.

“Actually Urameshi had something he needed to ask.”

“Oh shut up Kuwabara. I'm not a two year old. I can ask my own damn questions thank you very much.”

“Come on man. I told you I would back you up on this and I meant it. When I give someone my word I hold to it no matter what... Besides this is too important to just let it go. You have a right to know and I'm going to make sure you find out.”

It was at this point Yusuke felt a hand on his shoulder. Looking over he was met with a very concerned Kurama.

“What ever questions you have I'm sure Koenma will answer them. Even if he isn't able to give you the answers you need I've already told you I'll be there if you need me. You need not ask for my help, you know that. I'm... we are all here for you.”

Yusuke turned his head away. He knew Kurama spoke the truth but for some reason he was having a hard time excepting the fact that he need to ask Koenma for anything. After he lost Keiko he didn't want to have to go to that bastard for any help.

Letting out a sigh he figured he would just have to swallow his pride if he was going to find out what he needed to know.

“It was about a dream I had.”

When no body said anything he continued.

“I had it right after Keiko died. We were at school and she was bitching at me like always when I'm trying to skip school. She was saying something about how she was the class

representative and me ditching all of the time was getting her into trouble too. I went to push her away so I could get her off of me but she fell to the floor. She didn't move and I was worried that maybe I did something to hurt her. Ya know maybe I pushed a little too hard or something.”

He closed his eyes trying to fight back the tears that started to sting the back of his eyes. Taking in a shallow breath, he took a few seconds longer to try to compose himself so he could continue.

“When I looked down at her I say blood coming out of a wound on her head. I couldn't figure out how it happened because I did push her that hard and she didn't hit it on the floor when she fell. I was so shocked I couldn't even move. I just stood there like some kind of helpless idiot watching as her spirit started to lift out of her body.”

“I couldn't figure out what was happening. When she looked at me; her eyes were so sad. I went to reach out for her when she said `I'm sorry Yusuke…I loved you…I wish you would have gotten the chance to see your son…you would have been a great father…'”

He stopped not bothering to finish the rest of the dream. It was taking everything he had in him not to let those tears slip out. His whole body was trembling slightly as he took in shaky breaths.

“... Was she... Was Keiko pregnant?... P-please Koenma I need to know the truth.”

Yusuke's head was facing the floor as he spoke. If he had been looking at the demi-god he would have noticed the look of shock and concern plastered on his face.

“Yusuke I don't know what to say. I--”

“Just tell me the truth. For once in your stupid life give me a strait answer.”

The room was so silent you could have heard a pin drop from outside the massive doors. Koenma knew hi ding the truth wasn't the smartest thing he could have decided on but it was his father's wishes that it was to be this way. Not that he ever understood the reasoning behind it, but the infant ruler figured it would have been the best way to shield the boy from experiencing further pains.

Even though he hated the fact that he choose to do that, it was better for everyone concerned. Koenma wasn't looking forward to another Sensui. The situations were different, sure, but everyone had a breaking point and he knew Keiko would end up being Yusuke's.

Koenma let out a defeated sigh, looking towards Yusuke; he figured there was no way to talk his way around the issue. His father, for some reason or another, commanded him to stay silent. Even though he didn't want to lie he figured that he would have to try to push the issue off.

“I'm sorry but I can't. This is something that's out of my hands.”

It was taking every last ounce of restraint that Yusuke had in his body not to run over and send Koenma through the wall. It felt like his blood was about to boil and he could feel his demonic nature trying to claw its way to the surface. He had half a mind to give into it when he remembered something Kuwabara said to him after his transformation.

~ Flashback ~

After Yusuke's transformation, when things started to return to some semblance of normality, Kuwabara had taken him aside for a talk. They were at Genkai's temple when his friend approached him with a concerned look on his face.

“Hey, Yusuke said, what's wrong? You look like you just lost your best friend.”

“Well in a way I did.”

“Huh? What are you taking about Kuwabara?”

“Urameshi I know you're a demon now and everything but.... just don't go thinking it gives you the right to act like Hiei. There's people here that care about you and I... we are worried about what the change is going to do to you.”

“Hey come on, just because I got this demonic energy now doesn't mean I'm going to go crazy and start killing everyone. I haven't so far.”

“I know but that's not the point. Your humanity is at stake here.”

“Uh, news flash. I'm not even human any more.”

“Sure maybe not now but that's only because of that stupid fight with Sensui. If it never happened then you wouldn't have been any wiser. You would have just been your normal punk self... I don't know if I'm right but if you ask me something like that isn't just skin deep. It's more of a state of mind too. There have been plenty of humans out there that kill and torture for fun. Not a single one of them have any kind of humanity left, if they even had it to begin with.”

“I guess so. But hay you don't have to worry. I'm never going to let my demon nature take over me... Besides Keiko would have my head if I did anything as stupid as that.”

~End flashback ~

Taking in controlled breaths, he tried to calm his temper. Once he was finally successful he turned an angry gaze towards Koenma.

“I've just about had enough of this shit. You're willing to do anything it takes to get what you want. So what is it? To hell with the rest of us? Are we nothing more then pawns in your twisted game of life and death?”

“You know I think I finally see why Sensui ended up how he did. I'm beginning to wonder if it wasn't just the chapter black tape or if it was putting up with your bullshit as long as he did... Kinda makes you think he might have had the right idea.”

“I know you don't mean that.”

“I don't suppose you would want to bet anything on it?”

Yusuke felt an arm wrap around his shoulders when he finished speaking. Turning his head to the side he was again met with Kurama's worried eyes. He tensed up a bit because of the closeness they shared. He could actually feel Kurama's breath on his face. If, by some reason, his head was pushed forward a little further they would have found themselves in an even more awkward situation.

“I know you don't mean that, Yusuke. It goes against your very nature. Please just do me this one favor. Don't give Koenma's father a reason to arrest you. I know I speak for all of us when I say we would hate to be put in the position where we would have to bring you in. You've become an important part of our rather strange family.”

Kurama felt him relax a bit and was finally convinced that Yusuke wouldn't do anything rash. He moved his arm, though not completely off of the youth. He did keep it resting on one shoulder, that's when he received a telepathic message from Hiei.

'Aren't you laying it on a little thick Kurama?'

'I have no idea what you're talking about.'

'The detective might be naive to how kitsune seduction works, but don't think my Jagan eye missed what you were doing.'

'I was simply trying to calm him down and help him relax. It has nothing to do with what you are thinking about. I wouldn't try to take advantage of a friend in the state of mind that he is in.'

'Just remember that when you find yourself at the wrong end of one of his attacks.'

The conversation ended when Koenma directed a question to the boy of their argument.

“Do you truly believe that I wouldn't do everything in my power to prevent your pain if I was able?”

“I don't think that's a question you want me to answer right now. But you don't have to worry about that stupid demon, his ass is mine.”

“So you'll go?”

“Yeah I'll go. Just don't think our talk is over, not by a long shot. I could use some stress relief right about now.”

“Alright, Botan I want you to take the boys back to the human realm. I've put the coordinates in your communicators. You shouldn't have any trouble finding him, but please be careful. He may end up being more trouble then you think. We haven't been able to apprehend him so far.”

Botan stepped out of the office and opened a portal for them to step through. Only one thing went through Kuwabara's mind at that moment.

'I'm really glad we don't have to get back on that oar.'

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Kurama was the first one out of the portal and he flipped open the small black communication device. They had received a newer version that didn't look like a makeup compact. He remembered Yusuke complaining about the fact that it was something a girl would carry around. When Koenma finally became tired of not being able to contact the boy he issued a new one that looks similar to a cell phone.

From the looks of the indicator they had about a two and a half mile walk before reaching the demon's hideout. Not that he minded though. It would give him some time to talk to Yusuke and ask a few questions that had been bothering him as of late. They spoke in the cemetery two months after Keiko's death but he would have liked to have more time then he did. Kurama could see that even though Yusuke played off being fine the spirit fox knew better.

“So, Yusuke said, which way is it?”

“The heading is north east north about two and a half miles. According to the layout there should be a mansion just a little further north of there.”

Kuwabara was taking in the scenery when a thought occurred to him. Everything seemed eerily familiar but he couldn't place why. He knew he had been here before but at the same time he hadn't.

“Spacing out again are you?”

“Oh shut up shrimp boy. I just have a feeling that I've been here before. Can't figure out why though.”

“That's because you have.”

“And just when was that...? Or how the hell you would know for that matter?”

“Even you couldn't have forgotten that quickly. It was when you first fought the Toguro brothers to rescue Yukina. It isn't exactly the same place but we're close by. Hell I wouldn't doubt that mansion was the same on he was holding her in.”

“Oh.”

“Hey, Yusuke shouted from up ahead, get your asses in gear. This demon isn't going to kick its own ass and I want some action damnit.”

Kurama chuckled slightly at the display. Maybe it wasn't a long shot to think Yusuke would be well on the road to recovery soon enough. He had such a resilient nature. That's what he always loved about the boy.

It was at that very moment he stopped walking, surprised at the last thing that ran across his mind. Kurama didn't love him, at least not in the romantic sense. The form he had always believed he had felt was that of a close and dear friend. Not to say he hadn't ever thought of Yusuke in few nicely compromising situations but Kurama knew he wasn't into that sort of thing.

Slowly making his way over to the detective, he figured now would be a good a time as any to try talking to him. When they were a good distance from the others he spoke.

“How have you been lately? I hope you've thought over what we talked about.”

He didn't say anything at first. He wasn't sure talking about it with Kurama was something he wanted to do right now. Yusuke wasn't feeling very comfortable around him right now. It was stupid but their close encounter was still in the front of his mind and Yusuke wasn't sure he wanted to think his friend was trying to do something other then give a shoulder to lean on.

“Do you really want to know the truth?”

“I wouldn't have asked if I didn't. You don't need to hold anything back from me. I would have thought by now, with everything we've been through together, we could be open and honest about our feelings.”

“Come on it's not that I don't trust you man. It's just.... It's really hard ya know. I still have this feeling that there's something inside me trying to claw me apart from the inside out.”

“Yes I know the pain of loosing a loved one all too well. Once you're as old as I am you tend to have more then a few regrets.”

“Are you talking about Kuronue again?”

“In a way I suppose I am. I would never regret the time we shared together. If I could do it all over again I wouldn't change a thing about our relationship.”

They shared a knowing silence, both understanding it was for the best that it remained that way for the moment. Finally after a while Kurama finished what he was saying.

“There is only one thing I would change if I had another chance. I would have been the one to die that day instead of him.”

“You really, uh, loved him didn't you?”

“More then you know, but I don't have to say anymore about it. I'm not trying to make you uncomfortable.”

“Naw, s'ok. I might not be use to talking about that sort of thing but I won't judge you for it. Who ever you choose to be with is up to you and I'll stick by your decision.”

Yusuke gave him a weak smile. He was definitely surprised to see Kurama laughing.

"I'll hold you to that.” Kurama said to him.

Before Yusuke could ask what he meant a voice broke through the trees.

"So, that bastard's brat sent his team of lowlife spirit detectives to come after me huh? He really thinks so little of me doesn't he?"

"Maybe there isn't much to think about when it comes to yer ugly mug, Kuwabara retorts!"

Hiei smiled slightly.

“Well when I comes to ugly you would know, wouldn't you... Hn, I don't see what had Koenma's pacifier in a twist over this demon. His energy level is so low it's pathetic.”

“Hahahaha... Do you really think I will be denied what is rightfully mine? You are truly even more dense then I first thought.”

“Oh blah, blah, blah. It's the same thing with every last one of you people. Now why don't you save me the boring lecture of how you want to destroy the world, or what ever reason you stole those things for, and get down here so I can kick your ass all the way back to spirit world.”

“Well you see my dear boy I've already won.”

“What? Are you out of your mi-- Aahhhh!”

Yusuke screamed as a sharp pain tore through him causing the boy to fall to his knees holding his chest. It felt like someone was trying to rip his soul out of his body. He could barely catch his breath. As everything started to go out of focus he could hear Kuwabara calling his name.

“Urameshi, what's wrong with you? Come one answer me damnit... Urameshi!”

It took everything he had to get out.

“Chest... on fire... can't breath.”

“You bastard, what the hell did you do to Urameshi?” Kuwabara shouted, stepping a few feet towards the demon that had done something to his best friend.

It was becoming harder for him to focus on what was happening around him. Yusuke could almost feel something inside him mentally snap. Then the pain suddenly started to subside.

Kuwabara stopped talking when he felt and enormous pulse of power coming off of Yusuke. It wasn't the normal feel of energy but more demonic in nature. He knew his friend was transforming but he couldn't figure out why. That is until he remembered what Koenma had said about the artifacts. One of them had the power to control the darkness in a person's soul. Maybe bringing Yusuke along wasn't such a good idea after all, but it was too little too late.

He looked into his friend and one time rival's eyes and saw something that made his blood run cold. They were devoid of any emotion and held a small hint of crimson to them. Kuwabara took a step forward when he heard a low growl coming from his friend's throat.

His voice was just above a soft whisper when he spoke.

“Yusuke?”

The demon was standing on a tree branch looking down at the group with a glowing blue orb in his hands. He couldn't have hoped for a better outcome. This would be over soon and he would finally have what he so long desired.

“You fools can't you see what's happening? No, well I think I'll let you in on my plan seeing as how it won't matter to you in a few more minutes.”

“He is this Urameshi that you speak of but at the same time he's not. The boy is now under my complete control and will kill on my command. If you value your lives I would suggest that you take care of him now while you still might have the chance.”

Even if it was a vain attempt Kuwabara knew he wouldn't lose his friend. For some reason he was reminded of the time in the Dark Tournament when they had to fight Ryo, En and Kai. The situations weren't the same but at the same time it wasn't completely different either. He wasn't able to remove the nodes but he was able to reach them. It didn't matter if Kuwabara had to put his own life on the line; he was going to remove the control the demon had.

“Come on Urameshi snap out of it. You're too strong to be controlled by this lunatic.”

“Sorry to say that you won't be able to reach him. It is almost impossible with the orbs effects and with the mirror at my side there will be no chance. Hahahahaha but by all means please try. Now for the word that will be your undoing..... Destroy.”

The pain was returning again and Yusuke grabbed his head trying not to scream out again, as hard as the effort was. He could feel a strong over powering urge to spill blood. Soft rhythms thudded in his ears and he realized it was the sound of a heart beating. A sent of fear drifted across the wind in his direction making it even harder to concentrate. It was so strong he could practically taste it.

He had to warn them of the danger before it was too late. Taking what little control that remained he called out to his friends.

“Run you idiots. Get out of here. NOW!”

The pulses were coming off of Yusuke even faster then before. Kuwabara noticed his eyes had almost completely turned red. There wasn't even any white left in them. It was now or never, Kuwabara thought.

“I'm not going to run away when a friend needs my help. Your going to beat this one way or another.”

His shouts fell on deaf ears.

Yusuke started to build up energy, sending it to his finger. He pictured the trigger in his mind but some how he was just barely managing to stop himself from pulling it. As he stood there his whole body started to tremble from the fight he was putting up against his demonic urges. The only thing he could manage to think one thing.

'No, I can't kill him. I can't kill Kuwabara.'

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Fayth: Yeah I know it's an evil cliffy. Please review and let us know what you think of our story. The next chapter probably won't take as long as this one did ^_^;;; Sorry about that.

KuwaL: Basically what she said…though it was my idea for the evil cliffy, even if she made it ^_^; I'll try to get my chapter out as fast I can ^_^; Please read and review!!