WAITING FOR YOU

Damn, why was this chapter so hard to get out? There’s not much of this story left to write and somehow it just won’t write it’s self. Oh well, I think you’ll be at least partially appeased because you finally get one of the lemons you’ve been waiting for (brief though it is). Sorry for the short chapter but I hate it when I go too long without an update, so short or not, here it is. Enjoy and please review.

WAITING FOR YOU

CHAPTER 13

Glaring at Mukuro, Hiei circled her as he waited for Kurama to release her from her leafy prison. “So you thought you could manipulate me? Now you know that Kurama will always have my back, as I will always have his.”

A moment later there was a thump as Mukuro was released and fell to the floor. Weakened by Kurama’s plants, there was nothing Mukuro could do when the harsh sound of cold steel rent the air as Hiei drew his katana and lowered it to her throat. “I should kill you for your treachery. Rest assured, I will kill you if you ever call my mate a whore again.”

Bravely, Mukuro gave a wicked chuckle. “You won’t kill me Hiei. My army would hunt you down and avenge my death.”

Hiei smirked. “Your army is loyal to ME now Mukuro, or did you not notice the captain of the palace guard obey MY commands while Kurama held you captive with his plants?”

Realizing the truth of his words, Mukuro’s eyes widened. “What do you intend to do with me?”

Hiei’s brow rose as he considered Mukuro’s words. “That will depend upon your answers and cooperation. What did you do to my memories? Is it altered or simply blocked?”

Pursing her lips together, Mukuro answered grudgingly. “I blocked them with a spell.”

Hiei nodded. “Good, then I should be able to release them with the jagon. Now tell me why you blocked the memories of my mate and how you were even able to put a spell on me in the first place?”

When Mukuro looked like she wouldn’t answer, Hiei pressed he katana further into her neck, drawing a hint of blood. “Alright fine! When we were fighting I hit you with a blast that paralyzed the jagon and brought you to you knees. Then I put the spell on you while you were down. Everything was fine until you and that Youko became lovers a couple of months ago. I thought if I could just put things back the way they were, we could be mated and everything would be fine.”

Hiei growled. “Since Kurama and I were not only lovers but apparently mated, I’m sure I must have told you that you and I would never be mated.”

Begrudgingly, Mukuro looked away and nodded. “You did, but I thought you were just being stubborn. You didn’t tell me you were mated.”

Curious by her tone, Hiei raised a brow. “And now that you know I’m mated?”

Turning to glare at him, Mukuro growled. “I’m going to kill that damn Youko and put things back the way they were!”

Attempting to get away, Mukuro tried to knock the katana away from her neck. Not realizing how much of her energy Kurama’s plants had drained, Mukuro was too slow and only ended up slicing her arm. At her feeble attempt Hiei sneered. “Kurama warned you he wouldn’t leave me unprotected again but you didn’t heed his warning. Now you will pay for threatening my mate.”

With the Kurama’s plants sealing the doors, no one came to Mukuro’s rescue when she screamed.

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“Ahh! Gods Yusuke, YES!” Sweating and panting, Kuwabara lay spread out on the bed with Yusuke nestled between his legs.

Crawling up his lover’s body, Yusuke snuggled beside him. Resting his head on Kuwabara’s rumbling chest, he smiled. “Damn Kitten, you purr so sexy when you’re satisfied.”

Heart pounding, Kuwabara waited for Yusuke to make the next move and make them lovers. Yusuke however simply rubbed his erection against Kuwabara’s leg. “Mmm Kuwa, you’re so warm. Touch me Babe. I love it when you stroke my cock.”

With a gasp, Yusuke was surprised to find himself pushed aside as Kuwabara rose from the bed. “Damn it Urameshi! I thought you wanted me! I thought our trip to Tourin was so we could… you know… do it… without Shizuru around! What’s the matter? Are you afraid you’ll mark me and be stuck with me forever? Well, don’t worry, I’ll just leave and save you the trouble of sending me away.”

Not believing his ears, Yusuke jumped from the bed. “How the hell can you say that Kazuma? You know I love you! As for marking you, I can’t wait for you to be mine, I just don’t want to rush you!”

Grabbing his pants, Kuwabara turned on Yusuke. “Rush me? I’ve been further on first dates than I’ve been with you! It’s been months and the most intimate we’ve been is giving each other a blow job!”

Suddenly afraid of losing his lover, Yusuke growled. Grabbing the pants in his hands and tossing them away, Yusuke tackled him. “You want me to fuck you! Fine! Let’s do it!”

Eyes wide, Kuwabara struggled to get away. The two naked men wrestled for a while before Yusuke forced Kuwabara to his knees. “Is this what you want Kuwa? You want to feel me inside you? Let’s see if you like this as much as you like my mouth and fingers on you!”

In one swift thrust Yusuke buried his cock to the hilt inside Kuwabara’s body. Luckily, their earlier sex play had prepared him so Kuwabara only gasped in shock at the sudden intrusion. “Yusuke!”

Afraid he had hurt him, Yusuke froze. Panting with need, Yusuke gripped Kuwabara’s hips tight. “Gods Kitten, you’re so tight! You feel so good! I need you so much, Kuwa! Please!”

With a groan, Kuwabara pushed back against him. “Damn it Sparky, MOVE!”

Giving in to his desires, Yusuke flexed his hips. Loud moans filled the air as Yusuke took Kuwabara with an almost frantic need. Harder and faster he thrust into his lover until Kuwabara shuddered beneath him, crying out his release. “YUSUKE!”

Not giving Kuwabara a chance to catch his breath, Yusuke pulled out and rolled him onto his back. Shoving his knees apart, Yusuke sheathed himself once again in Kuwabara’s body. “Gods Kuwa, this is what I needed! I needed someone strong, who I didn’t need to be gentle with. Someone who I wouldn’t be afraid to love. I love you Kazuma.”

Still thrusting hard, Yusuke nuzzled into Kuwabara’s neck and sank his teeth into his shoulder. Kuwabara cried out, but not in pain. “Ahh Yusuke, YES! More! Harder! I’m going to… AHHH!”

This time Kuwabara’s body tightening around him sent Yusuke spiraling over the edge of his climax. “KUWA!”

Yusuke collapsed onto Kuwabara’s chest and both men clung together panting. When he had the strength, Yusuke moved off his lover but continued to hold him tight. “I love you Kuwabara.”

Turning for a kiss, Kuwabara whispered back. “I love you too Urameshi.”

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Impatiently, Kurama paced back and forth around the room, frustrated that Hiei seemed to be blocking his energy. Minutes ticked passed with no sign from Hiei. After about half an hour Kurama couldn’t take anymore and wrenched the door open, only to be brought up short by Vestra standing on the other side.

Not at all surprised to have Kurama open the door with out her knocking, Vestra smiled and entered the room pushing a cart. “I thought you and Lord Hiei might like your meal in here tonight. I’ll leave it all covered so it stays hot until he joins you.”

Moving to a small table and chairs against the far wall, Vestra began setting up the food. Before Kurama could close the door however, Captain Tran appeared looking confused. “Excuse me, where is Lord Kurama?”

Before the redhead could answer, Vestra chuckled. “Do you not listen to the gossip in this castle Captain? Everyone knows that Yoko Kurama was reborn as a human.”

Seeing Kurama nod his agreement, Captain Tran accepted the redhead as Hiei’s lover without further question. “Lord Kurama, I know Lord Hiei ordered my men back to their posts but…”

Not knowing what was happening between Hiei and Mukuro, Kurama wanted to make sure that the guard’s previous loyalty remained with Hiei. Therefore Kurama cut him off sharply. “Are you questioning Lord Hiei’s orders Captain?”

Captain Tran snapped to attention. The tone of the redhead’s voice made it clear that even as a human, Kurama would not tolerate anyone doubting Hiei. “No Sir! It’s just that we heard Lady Mukuro scream and…”

Trying not to show his concern for his mate, Kurama continued in the same sharp tone. “What ever happens is between Lady Mukuro and her chosen heir, and no one is to interfere! Is that clear Captain?”

There was only the briefest pause before the captain growled. “Yes Sir!”

With a salute, Captain Tran turned and left the room. Heaving a sigh, Kurama went to sit on the side of the bed. Kurama was reminded of Vestra’s presence when the demoness chuckled. “Don’t worry Lord Kurama, Lord Hiei can take care of himself.”

Giving her a little smile, Kurama nodded. “I know Vestra, but Mukuro’s manipulated him before and I can’t help but worry.”

A growl from the door had them both turning around. “You should have more faith in your mate Kurama.”

Heart pounding, Kurama fought the urge to rush to Hiei’s side and check him for injuries. Not seeing any obvious wounds, he clutched the bedclothes and tried to calm himself. Casually, as if nothing unusual had happened, Hiei entered the room. “Vestra, see to it that Lady Mukuro is taken to her chambers and that her wounds are treated. Don’t try to wake her though, she may sleep for a while. Also, send Captain Tran to me immediately.”

Vestra bowed. “Yes my lord.”

As she went to exit the room, Captain Tran was once again in the doorway. Momentarily ignoring him, Hiei looked at Kurama. “Fox, remove your pets from the entry hall so Vestra can see to Mukuro.”

Not trusting his voice, Kurama simply nodded and flared his ki. In the entry hall all of Kurama’s plants receded to seeds and hid themselves once again in the cracks. Satisfied, Hiei turned to the captain. “Captain Tran, your loyalty today is duly noted and appreciated. Lady Mukuro and I will be meeting with you and the generals of the army tomorrow to go over a few changes. That will be all Captain.”

Saluting again, Captain Tran turned and left. When the door closed, Hiei turned to Kurama. One look at the white knuckles that gripped the covers and the wide, uncertain green eyes watching him and Hiei knew what Kurama needed. Holding out a hand, Hiei whispered. “Come here Fox.”

Kurama didn’t hesitate, but launched himself at his mate. With Kurama’s arms around him and warm lips nuzzling his neck, Hiei blushed as he rubbed the redhead’s back. With a frown, Hiei was surprised to feel Kurama tremble as the fox whispered against his neck. “I’m sorry Hiei. I should have done so many things differently. I haven’t been a very good mate to you. I’ll understand if you don’t want…”

A firm tone silenced Kurama. “Shut up Fox.”

Reluctantly pulling away from Hiei, Kurama nodded. “Vestra left dinner for us. Why don’t we eat?”

To fill the awkward moment Kurama moved to the table to uncover the food. Not sure what else to do, Hiei poured the wine. They ate in silence for several minutes before Kurama could take it no more. “Hiei, what happened with Mukuro?”

Not really hungry, Hiei pushed his plate aside. “You were right, she was manipulating me. She admitted to blocking my memories of… us… in an effort to get me to mate with her. When she refused to concede defeat on that subject I decided that turnabout was fair play. Since your wicked pets made her weak I used the jagon to change some of her thinking.”

Kurama’s eyes widened in disbelief. After a moment he grinned. “I know from personal experience that having the jagon turned on you against your will is painful, so that must have been when Captain Tran heard her scream.”

The grin that was threatening to brake free on Hiei’s face suddenly faded. “Kurama, when the hell did I turn my jagon on you?”

Giving a look that said he wished he’d kept quiet, Kurama shrugged. “Don’t worry about it Hiei, you just did what you had to do. Besides, you’ll know everything just as soon as we get your memories. Now, what about your memories? We can get them back, can’t we?”

Though he wasn’t happy with Kurama’s answer, Hiei nodded. “I should be able to remove the block with the jagon.”

Kurama frowned. “Hiei, you can’t use the jagon on yourself. That would be too dangerous.”

Pausing a moment, Kurama pushed his plate away with a sigh. “There’s a better way Hiei. Since we’re mated, there’s a link between us. In fact, at certain times it can be very strong. Strong enough in fact that, with the help of the jagon, I should be able find the block and remove it.”

Hiei raised an eyebrow curiously. “What do you mean by ‘at certain times’ Fox?”

Unable to hide his blush, Kurama couldn’t meet Hiei’s gaze. “If we were to… make love… my mind would be vulnerable to the jagon. It’s possible that through our link I could use the jagon to enter your mind in order to remove the block. It would be safer to let the jagon aid me in doing this, than for you to try to control the jagon while using it on yourself.”

Red eyes blinked several times as Hiei digested Kurama’s words. After a moment he raised an eyebrow. “What do you mean, ‘if we were to make love’? We’re mated Fox. Even Mukuro thought we were lovers. Why do your words imply otherwise?”

Kurama bit his lip and almost squirmed under Hiei’s scrutiny. “We are mated Hiei, but you haven’t… taken me… since you marked me. Mukuro blocked your memory last month after she walked in on us about to become lovers again.”

Even thought the conversation was a bit strange, Hiei was getting turned on thinking about taking Kurama as his lover. Shaking that thought from his head, Hiei looked at Kurama curiously. “Fox, why haven’t we been lovers since I marked you? You said you were sixteen when we were mated. That was over ten years ago. Is that one of the memories that’s been blocked?”

Kurama shrugged. “Your memory of that night was blocked by the jagon. The memory you might be able to recover though, is when you used the jagon to see my memory of that night.”

Frustrated, Hiei wanted to do whatever it took to recover his memories. He sensed however, that Kurama was reluctant for them to become lovers, even thought it had been his suggestion. Not wanting to force himself on Kurama, even to get his memories back, Hiei sighed. Before he could voice his suspicions though, Kurama rose from his chair to stand in front of him. “Hiei, if you’re willing, I’d like to help you get your memory back. Please Dragon, let me do this for you.”

Hiei was frozen in place, not only by Kurama’s passionate, yet whispered plea, but also because the beautiful redhead before him was slowly removing his clothes.