Thread: Guns and Roses (EDDE)

FOX I mean it, stop laughing Kurama. It's not like that at all! It was just to transfer energy into Urameshi's dead body. Keiko actually did it not me! And you have this dream often Kuwabara? It's a nightmare! His scream went high pitched and Kurama stood. The fox brushed off his pants and took a calming breath. For a moment, he stood over Yusuke and watched the masked fighter add to the canvas that had become Yusuke Urameshi. The ink will need to be removed before our first opponents. You will take care of it, won't you Kuwabara? He does roam your dreams at night. Would you stop that already?! RAE It was already late when they'd gotten there. Having given the island a bit of a roaming, Hiei was now headed back to the room. From down the hall he could hear the commotion going on in there, an annoyed tick traveled through his features. If left alone, it was certain to go on for hours. Yusuke must have woken up for Kuwabara to be making that kind of racket, after all, and those two did tend to carry on. He didn't look over the scene as he opened and closed the door, the shrill voice of the buffoon enough to make him want to leave again. However, it was Kurama's comment that had him looking over, despite the bit of flinch the following holler brought to his features. Hearing Yusuke laugh at their bickering, his eyes fell on him. He froze, not entirely sure how to react to the scribble covered human for a moment as he took in the sight. A twitch took to his lips that it took a bit more effort than he'd like to admit to push away, a sharply clipped breath managing to escape his nose, his eyes having to shoot from the vision to help the issue. It was a bit easier to do once he remembered he'd come back due to the time, and the fact that they had a match in the morning. A soft huff of air left his chest as he walked closer, landing a sharp look on the only person he really expected it to effect properly, hand in pocket as he looked the fox over. However, all he managed, for a lack of how to deal with the situation properly, was a disgruntled sounding, Idiots. FOX Clearing his throat the fox nodded his head. It is getting late, and we cannot afford to be tired tomorrow. We should sleep. He nodded at the smaller demon, understanding the single insult just fine. Do remember to wash his face Kuwabara, he added with a chuckle he couldn't repress. ---- Using the death plant so early hadn't been a part of his plan and he feared it would come around on him later, but it was his best option. The only option to keep his mother safe and win the round. What irony, he sighed. Such beauty, sprung from such an ugly soil. Blood trickled from the cross cuts on his cheek as he hopped down from the ring. Even in slumber Yusuke knew, and he shared the relief. Yes. Kuwabara and Botan were shot down, what had passed had passed. It had no importance now. After the final round the team and Botan stood strong beside their leader as he called out the crowd and taunted Toguro. It wasn't until after their rival team turned and left that Kurama spoke. The match is over. We should take our leave. RAE He was in a great mood. That fight had been just what he needed after waking up from such a gruelingly long forced slumber. And having hushed that stupid crowd so perfectly had only added to it. Yusuke turned his attention to the redhead as he spoke. Oh yea. Smiling, he plopped a hand on his shoulder. I meant to ask when I woke up, but uh... I got kinda distracted. He let off a flippant chuckle at his own short coming before gaining a bit of calm. Anyway, how's your mom? He didn't really remember all of what had been going on while he was sleeping, but his concern over the redhead's fight had rung through to his waking. FOX Are you sure you were asleep? he questioned. The masked fighter had started their leave, leading the way into the hallway and forcing the rest to follow or be left behind. But Yusuke's concern for his human mother brought forth a thankful smile. My Mother is doing well, he assured. As they followed through the tunnel, the fox took notice of Yusuke's spirit energy. Or rather, lack thereof. You seemed to be enjoying yourself in the ring, Yusuke, he commented. It suits you. RAE He laughed lightly at the question, offering a bit of a shrug as he honestly wasn't sure if he really was fully asleep with everything that had happened. He smiled at the answer he got. I'm glad. Taking in deep breath, he moved along with the rest of them on his own. Yusuke had been watching Kuwabara try to squabble over something Hiei had commented on as they walked, though he wasn't so much paying attention. Every inch of his body was screaming at him, and somehow it seemed like it was bringing him to life rather than weighing him down. His attention was drawn over to Kurama again, an exuberant grin crossed his face. Oho yea! Definitely the best way to wake up. He chuckled heavily. And man, after lying around like a dead guy for a while... He laughed out the word, again, before he continued. I dunno, I guess it was kinda like just about every second of it reminded me how alive I am, ya know? Pulling his hands behind his head as they walked, he thought on it for a moment. And anyway. That was nothin' compared to the Hell I went through training with that hag that whole time. Lousy old lady... The last part was mumbled, though it didn't look as though it bothered his mood in the least. FOX Yes, he agreed. In a way, I believe I do. Even in years passed fighting didn't mean the same for him as it did Yusuke. However, the thrill of the chase was one he remembered well. The rush of adrenaline and endorphins that picked up your breath and dilated pupils. His life as a thief once provided that rush, but now he found it elsewhere. In a much simpler, human life that brought forth regrets and showed him love. His complaint about Genkai brought forth a chuckle. Yes, you've been fighting her and speaking in your sleep. He looked up and away, innocent. You called Kuwabara 'pretty,' strangely enough. I had no idea your relationship went so far, Yusuke. RAE He blinked a bit before easily overlooking the last part of the comment sputtering and letting out a heavy laugh as his hands dropped from behind his head. Kuwabara pretty! AHAHA! That's rich! He paused, cupping his chin he looked up in thought. Although I guess I can't deny trying to get a kiss from him before... Realizing almost instantly how that sounded, he raised his hands up to his shoulders, as if in surrender. But that's a long, long story, and really not something I like thinking about. It wasn't a pleasant experience. Finally he landed on a stance in response, crossing his arms and staring Kurama down with a semi-sour look on his face. Look, the point is, Kuwabara is in no way cute to me, got it? That musta been one screwed up dream I was havin'. Maybe even a nightmare. He decided, nodding to himself. FOX Of course I'm not pretty! Kuwabara screeched. I'm a man, men aren't pretty Urameshi! Something was muttered by Hiei and the tallest member returned to bickering with the shortest. A long story Kuwabara still dreams about. Don't listen to him Urameshi, I said Nightmares. That had to be the single most horrifying thing I've ever had to witness. The big guy visibly shuddered and grew pale. I would much rather kiss Yukina! His sour mood turned into a near prance at the sound of her name. Even in his own voice. The fox lifted his hands in surrender at the look he was given. Yes, of course Yusuke, he offered before lowering his hands and resting them in his pockets. Hm? He chuckled again, a little louder this time as Yusuke walked past him just enough to see. The winking cat had been left behind, and he wondered how many beings noticed it during the fight. RAE 20 Chuckling broadly, Yusuke continued toward the others as they all rounded a corner. Man, I didn't know you had it so bad for me Kuwabara. His hands moved behind his head again as he walked. I mean, I guess I could at least offer you a date or something to help you out, but I'd rather not have things get too weird between us, cause I really just don't like you like that, he teased cruelly. He stopped as his legs suddenly got a bit noodly, pressing his hand against the wall for support as he miss-stepped. Wah He sighed lightly. Well okay. That sucks. He leaned against the wall further for support, chuckling lightly against the loss of adrenaline he'd been running on quite smoothly.