Atopos - As I've said before, I own absolutely nothing. Also, I quite enjoy writing HieixKurama short stories, which is what this entire thing is going to be. The chapters will not relate to one another, and there will be quite a few. I had fun writing them so I really hope at least one person has fun reading them.

An argument had broken out with two members of the Reikai Tentai. This time, however, it was not Kuwabara fighting with either Yusuke or Hiei. This fight was between Hiei and Kurama. The two demons were not swearing at each other or trading blows, this argument was pure emotional and personal.

"If you really feel that way, Hiei, why don't you leave?!" Kurama yelled at his friend, turning his back on him and crossing his arms.

"I would if I could!" Hiei shouted back, "Too bad you're stuck with me! As soon as I get a mission, I'll be out of your sight for a few months; hopefully you'll calm down by then."

Hiei was cooling down slowly. His words were not painful anymore and his shoulders slumped as he relaxed. Ruby eyes were no longer glaring daggers at the fox either, but for some reason, Kurama wasn't going to quit; call it a kitsune's wounded pride.

"Why don't I take the next mission?" Kurama mumbled, "That way I can face a demon and have a chance of dying! Would that make your dull, dreary life any better?"

"Honestly, I don't give a damn!" Hiei growled.

Kurama's emerald eyes welled full of tears, "You lie!!"

The redhead ran off in – almost – tears. His friends watched him in surprise. Even Hiei was shocked.

"Oh shit," the fire demon swore, defeated, then he ran off after the Youko.

- Atopos