Yu Yu Hakusho Fan Fiction ❯ A Mistaken Past ❯ Hiei's Report ( Chapter 14 )

[ T - Teen: Not suitable for readers under 13 ]
Ch.14 Hiei's reporthad not been to school for a week, nor had it stopped raining. His mother had been taking care of him and nursing him back to health as best she could. For the morning hours and afternoons she would have to go to her job across town leaving Kurama alone. But she would always leave the phone beside his bed in case he needed her. This was one of those days.
"I'll be home later," she told Suichi like she did every day, " Remember-"
"I know mother," Kurama said weakly, "I will call you if I need you. Please do not worry."mother smiled and walked over to him, kissing his cheek gingerly. Then she told him good-bye and walked out of the room. He smiled a little. But then the thoughts of what had happened earlier that week came back. He had not sensed Minagi's spirit energy sense she left him, and he was starting to worry. He worried about what had happened to her, and what she was feeling. He wondered if she was all right. He remembered how hard she had fought to avenge Kuronue, then to learn that her whole mission had been one, big mistake. She had searched 500 years just to take revenge for someone she had loved. Now she knew the truth, and the truth had broken her heart. His feelings for her still hadn't changed, he still cared for her. Even thought she had tried to kill him the only thing he wanted right now was for her to be there with him, just so he would know she was safe. Suddenly, Kurama's train of thought was interrupted by the telephone. He reached for his bedside table, grabbing the phone with an aching arm.
"Hello?" he said, still weak.
"Hey Kurama," said the friendly voice of his good friend Yuske Urameshi. "How are ya doin'."
"Hello Yuske," Kurama replied. "I am ... all right I guess."
"Well, since we haven't seen you in a while the guys thought we would come over and give you a little pick-me-up."
"That is not necessary," Kurama replied, "I am fine."Nope," Yuske said , " We're coming over. See ya in a few!"Kurama could object, Yuske hung up leaving the dial tone buzzing in Kurama's ear.Perfect,' he thought, ' Now I will have to explain this to them.' He looked at his still mangled body, hung up the phone, then layed his head on his pillow and sighed.
'''''WOAH!!" Kuwabara exclaimed at the sight of Kurama's mangeled body, "What the hell happend to you?!"slapped Kuwabara in the back of the head, and hard. " Geez stupid!! What kind of greeting is that??!! Stupid moron."got up from the ground holding his head. " Urameshi, dont start with me!!" he yelled " Look at the guy! He looks like he went through a machine or something!!"Yeah well that doesnt mean you need to point it out to the guy!! I'm sure he already knows he looks like shit!!"wasn't faised by there argument. He thought it was quiet humorous, and he needed some humor right now.Will you both shut up," Hiei said walking past them toward Kurama's side," before you make yourselfs look more foolish than you already have."and Kuwabara stopped fighting and crossed their arms in embarrisment.Thank you for coming," Kurama said trying to sit up, but the pain from the broken rib was still there making it harder for him to move.stopped him, running to his side. " Hey! Dont try to move, you look really hurt." He said making Kurama lay back down. " What happend to you anyway? What could have done this to you?"Yeah," Kuwabara said, looking out the window into the damp, dark city. " And whats with all this strange weather. The rain hasnt let up in over a week."It always rains," Hiei said, " When an elf crys."shot Hiei a shocked look. Did he know about Minagi? " Why do you say that Hiei?" he asked.Lately I have been sensing another energy," Hiei said looking out at the city," demon energy. Elvin energy to be exact. But it has been fadeing the past few days, so I havent taken much notice of it. I assume the demon is dieing, so its no threat to me."sat up suddenly, egnoring the horrible pain. ' Fading??', he thought,' No! She can't be dieing! She didn't have that many wounds, how could she be dieing??'others were now around him trying to make sure he was okay. " Hiei," he said," Where did you sense this energy?? "Why is it any buisness of yours,fox?" Hiei asked.Tell me, Hiei!!" Kurama demanded, in a voice that was not his own. He gripped the sheets, frustraited with the little demon.looked at him puzzeled, but then pointed out toward the middle of the city. " There," he said finally. Kurama looked out. It wasnt far! If he hurried, maybe he could save her. He made an attempt to get out of bed, but a sharp pain shot through his body and he landed on the floor in pain. Yuske and Kuwabara rushed to his side to help him up. " Take it easy!" Yuske said.Gently they put him back in his bed.No," he mumbled in pain, breathing heavily. " Shes out there. She..."walked over to Kurama's side and gave him a stone cold look. " Stupid fox," he said emotionlessly,"Do you think that you could survive out there in this condition? Your pointless emotions will be your downfall! "Kurama didnt respond, Hiei turned around. " Lets go," he said. And with that Hiei started to walk out of the room. Yuske and Kuwabara started to follow.Take care Kurama," Kuwabara said, then mumbling under his breath." Stupid little pip-sqeek, ordering me around. He cant push me around-"Get better soon okay," Yuske said. Then they shut the door behind them, leaving kurama with his thoughts. He knew Hiei was right, but he didnt want to admit it. Minagi could be out there, in the cold streets, dieing and he couldnt do anything about it. He growled in frustration, letting fresh tears run down his cheeks. ' Minagi,' he thought looking out the window,' I'm so sorry. Please be alright. Please be safe and warm.' Kurama wished so hard that he could wrap his arms around her and protect her, but he knew he couldnt and the thought angered him. So, inraged and in tears, Kurama laid in his bed , faced toward the window. " Minagi," he said toward the city, almost hoping that his words would reach her elvin ears," Please forgive me. I am so sorry. Please just hold on a little longer...please...for...me..." Alone in his bed, Kurama closed his eyes and wept himself into a deep sleep