You Just Might Get it
by Yami Yue

Prolouge: Union

“You needn’t be so worried Fox.” Hiei murmured reassuringly. I couldn’t help but be nervous. Even though mother accepted my relationship with Hiei I wasn’t sure how she’d take me marrying him. “You’re right, I shouldn’t get so worked up over this.” I agreed. Still I couldn’t get rid of the nervousness I’d felt since I called her and asked her to meet us in the park. Whether or not I had mother’s blessing I would still become Hiei’s mate. I’d just rather do it knowing the woman who had been my mother during my existence as a human had no objections. “Here she comes.” Hiei said, breaking me from my thoughts. I looked to the left to see my mother coming up the path. We stood at the same time. Mother smiled at us as she approached and wrapped her arms around me in a warm, but tight hug once she reached me. “Oh Shuichi I’m so glad you’re alright.” She said. “I was worried sick.” I hugged her back. “I’m fine now mother.” I assured her. She nodded and pulled away. “So, why did you ask me to meet you here?” she asked. “I have something important to tell you that involves Hiei and I.” I answered. “You might want to sit down for this.” She sat down on the bench Hiei and I had previously occupied. I swallowed the lump in my throat and spoke. “Mother, Hiei has asked me to marry him …” I said. Her eyes widened. “ . . . and you accepted?” she asked quietly. “Yes.” I answered as Hiei took my hand in his. Mother’s stunned expression slowly changed. “Shuichi …” she began. My heart was pounding wildly in my chest. Tears welled up in her eyes and my mouth went dry. “Oh Inari, she’s going to reject me.” I thought as knots formed in my stomach. “Shuichi I’m speechless.” She said. My heart began to beat even faster and I wondered if I could survive much longer at the rate it was going. “It seems the one time you fell in love you did so completely.” She continued. “You’re absolutely sure Hiei is the one you wish to spend your life with?” she asked seriously. I nodded. She smiled. “Then all there’s left for me to say is welcome to the family Hiei.” She said. “You don’t object?” Hiei asked. Mother shook her head. “How could I deny my son’s happiness or yours?” She responded. “I want you both to be happy.” “After all isn’t that all a mother could hope for her children?” I slipped my hand from Hiei’s and knelt before my mother. I wrapped my arms around her in a warm hug. “Thank you mother.” I said softly. Mother chuckled. “You needn’t thank me Shuichi.” She responded, then kissed my forehead. “That bright smile on your face is thanks enough.” I smiled and hugged her tighter, then released her and stood to my feet. “Why don’t we talk more over lunch?” I suggested. Mother nodded. “That’s a wonderful idea.” She agreed. “We have much to talk about.”

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“I knew it!” Yuske crowed. “Pay up.” I handed him the money and raised an eyebrow when I saw Kuwabara was doing the same. “He bet me you guys wouldn’t be married before the year was out.” Yusuke clarified. I grinned and put my hand over Kuwabara’s. “Then you should be paying him.” I said. “We’re not getting married until next year.” Yusuke’s face fell and Kuwabara grinned taking the money I’d owed Yusuke as well as what he was going to give him. “Told ya Urameshi, Kurama doesn’t rush into things and neither does the shrimp.” My eyes widened. “You knew?” I asked. Kuwabara nodded. “Yeah, but it wasn’t until that day we were at the hotsprings that I understood what was going on.” He answered. “You were starin’ at Hiei like he was dinner or somethin’” I blushed at that memory. “You guys really should have told me before.” He said. “I’m sorry Kuwabara.” I apologized. He shrugged. “It’s ok.” He responded. “You weren’t sure if I’d freak out or somethin’.” “I understand.” I smiled. “Just one thing I don’t get.” He said. I tilted my head slightly. “What?” I asked completely curious. ”Why him?” he asked jokingly. Hiei’s eyes glinted with a mischievous light as an evil grin spread across his lips. I quickly placed my hand over my lover’s mouth. “Don’t.” I told him. He brushed his lips against my palm. “Alright.” He agreed telepathically. “. . .but I expect a reward.” I nodded and uncovered his mouth. “So Kurama have you picked out your dress yet?” Yusuke teased. “I am not wearing a dress.” I said firmly. “. . . but you’re the bride.” Yusuke added. Hiei frowned. “What’s all this nonsense about Kurama wearing a dress?” he asked. I pointed to a display in a bridal shop across the street. “Yusuke is saying that since you proposed to me, that makes me the bride.” I explained pointing to the female mannequin dressed in a white gown. Hiei looked at me then at the mannequin then back at me. “It wouldn’t suit you.” he said. I smiled and kissed his cheek. “I knew you’d agree.” I responded. He looked at Yusuke and shook his head. “You didn’t honestly think Kurama would wear such a thing did you?” he asked curiously. Yusuke chuckled and shook his head. “If I were serious he would have killed me.” He answered. “I’m still debating weather or not I should for you even suggesting it.” I said. Yusuke’s eyes widened slightly.

“Have you told Sata yet?” he asked. I shook my head. “She wasn’t home this morning, or at the flower shop.” “She must be at Genkai’s then.” Hiei said. “She agreed to train Sata.” “When?” I asked. “During those two days you were in and out of consciousness.” He answered. “I wonder if she’ll want to return to the Makai with us after the wedding.” I mused aloud. “I don’t see any point in her staying if you’re not.” Hiei responded. “You’re staying in the Makai?” Yusuke and Kuwabara asked. I nodded. “Yes, after the wedding I’m moving back to Makai.” “You’re not going back to being a thief are you?” Yusuke asked. I shook my head. “I’m not sure what I’ll be doing when I go back, but I’m defiantly not going back to thieving.” I replied. “Have you told your mom?” Kuwabara asked. I nodded. “How’d she take it?” “Surprisingly well.” Hiei answered. “Although he did have to promise to visit her on several human holidays.” “. . . and let her help plan the wedding.” I added. “Then I guess it’s up to me and Kuwabara to plan the bachelor party.” Yusuke said. Hiei and I glanced at each other and I’m sure we were both wondering if that was a good idea.

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Sata and I sat at the kitchen table sipping tea. Hiei slept peacefully on the couch, the movie he was watching was now watching him. My sister and I shared an amused glance. I took another sip of the hot beverage, trying to decide the right words to ask her the question that had gnawed at me for days. “Despite the happy occasion something is troubling you.” She said softly. I raised an eyebrow at her. “How is it you know these things?” I asked. “When we met you knew I was cutting a rose for my mother, you knew about my admirers, and I suspect you knew the true nature of my relationship with Hiei before I even told you.” Sata leaned back in her chair. “I’m an empath.” She answered. “I can read feelings, especially when they’re strong.” “I sense them just as you would sense someone’s spirit energy.” That explained one mystery. “However, I don’t think that’s what’s troubling you.” She commented. “ Did your mother not take it well when you told her the news?” “I think she was a little shocked, but she took it well.” I responded. “Actually what’s had me preoccupied these past few days concerns you.” Her eyes widened. “Me?” she whispered. I nodded. “I don’t completely understand why you took all the trouble to find me, when I never made the same effort.” I didn’t want to voice the rest of my thoughts. She probably heard of many of the things I’d done in the past and wondered how she wasn’t ashamed to call me her brother. I completely understood now why Hiei didn’t want to reveal his true identity to Yukina. Sata smiled and gently took my larger hand in hers. “Because you’re my brother, Baka.” She replied. “You may have never come looking for me, but if you had your enemies would have looked for me as well to get at you.” She continued. “In a way you were protecting me, even if you didn’t know it.” “ In all honesty I thought you’d forgotten me.” I shook my head. “I never forgot you Sata.” I told her. “You were so young when I left I’m surprised you even remember me.” Sata chuckled. “How could I forget the one who held me when I was scared, or knew how to make the plants dance to make me laugh.” She said. I smiled and noticed the tiny tea rose bush at my right. Using my spirit energy I coaxed it to move and sway the same way I had when she was a kit. Sata giggled. “You needn’t waste your energy.” She chided. “I made you smile didn’t I?” I said. “It wasn’t a waste.” I gave her hand a gentle squeeze. “You should be ashamed to call me your brother, given the sins I’ve committed.” I said sadly as I released her hand. “It is for the simple fact that you attempt to repent for those sins I’m not.” She replied. “You are more noble than you think brother dear.” “It is not for your faults that I and the others love you, but for your kind heart.” She turned her gaze toward the couch where my sleeping fiancé lay and smiled.“I think Hiei knew there was some connection between us.” She said. “With that jagan eye it is possible.” I responded. “He still feels bad about the fight, doesn’t he?” she asked. I nodded. “I think so, but he tries not to show it.” I answered. “He seems to have a hard time forgiving himself.” Sata nodded. “You two fought because he was angry.” She said. “He wouldn’t have been angry, if he hadn’t felt betrayed and he wouldn’t have felt betrayed if he hadn’t been jealous.” “He wouldn’t have been jealous if he didn’t care.” I added. “and if he didn’t care he wouldn’t have apologized and he wouldn’t have asked for forgiveness if he didn’t love me.” Sata smiled. “ ...and you wouldn't have forgiven him if you didn't love him." I smiled. "If anyone had told me years ago that I was going to fall in love and actually have a mate I would have never believed it." I said. "Perhaps he was the one you were destined for." Sata said as she stood. She kissed my forehead and wished me a good night, then headed for her own apartment, leaving me alone with my beloved. I turned off the tv and gently scooped Hiei off the couch. I smiled as I carried him to bed. Fate or not I was glad that Hiei and I were together and hoped that only in death would we part.

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One year later. . .

A hush spread over the garden as the bridal march played, the music was the only thing daring to disturb the quiet. One by one Yukina, Sata and Keiko marched up the isle. Finally Kurama appeared. His outfit looked similar to his school uniform only it was white trimmed in silver with a silver sash tied around his waist. His eyes were shining with joy and his smile seemed to light up his face. He was radiant. His mother was beside him, escorting him down the isle. All eyes were on him as he left his mother’s side with a kiss on the cheek and joined me in front of Genkai. I couldn’t help but smile, no matter what form the fox took he was stunning. In his human form he looked like a prince out of a human’s fairy tale, all that was missing was a sword. At this moment he looked even more so like a fairy tale prince, dressed in royal finery. I heard Genkai begin the ceremony but I didn’t really hear the words as I took Kurama’s hands in mine. “Hiei, do you vow to have Kurama as your sole lover, having no one else besides him?” she asked. “I do.” I answered. Genkai nodded and turned to Kurama. “ . . .and you Kurama, do you vow to have Hiei as your sole lover, having no one else besides him?” she asked. “I do.” Kurama answered. “Hiei, do you vow never to forsake Kurama, to stand by him as his mate in good times and in bad?” she continued. “I do.” I replied. “Kurama, do you vow never to forsake Hiei, to stand by him as his mate in good times and in bad?” she asked. “I do.” He replied. “Having vowed both fidelity and loyalty do you also declare your love for the one who stands before you?” “I do.” Kurama and I said at the same time. She then turned to the crowd. “If anyone objects to this union speak now or forever hold your peace.” She said. The crowd remained silent. “Then you are all witnesses to the vows of fidelity, loyalty, and love these two have made …” she then turned to us. “ … may they remind you of your vows lest you forget them, and may the symbol of your vows be a constant reminder to you both.” She said as she held out two rings in her palm. I took Kurama’s and slid it onto his finger, watching his eyes widen in awe at the ring’s detail. It was made of silver carved into the shape of a dragon. The design made it seem as though the tiny dragon was curled protectively around his finger, it’s three tear gem eyes gazing up at him. It fit perfectly into the engagement ring I’d given him making it seem as though the dragon was gripping the tear gem in it’s claws. Kurama took my ring from Genkai’s hand and slid it onto my finger. The sliver form of a small fox now curled protectively around my own finger, it’s two tear gem eyes looking up at me. I decided at once the jeweler deserved the hefty tip I’d given him. Genkai closed her eyes then pressed her palms together in front of her body like a human in prayer and began the ritual that would complete the ceremony. I felt Kurama’s spirit energy flare up, just before my own. Then it felt as though I were being embraced body and soul by my beloved. Without a thought of how I was to do it, I returned the embrace. A moment later the feeling faded. I blinked trying to clear the disorientation I felt.

“Your vows have been spoken and your spirits bonded.” Genkai said. “May they both remain unbroken until death do your part.” “You may now seal your pact.” Kurama and I leaned toward each other at the same time. Our lips met in a loving kiss as our friends cheered. The ceremony was officially at an end, but our life together had just began.

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