Secrets Untold Chapter 4, a yu yu hakusho fanfic

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"talking", -thinking-, /telepathic/

I hope you enjoy this chapter, I'm sorry it took so long to get up though!

*From Last Time*

They had just seen the masked fighter's face revealed and were more than shocked when they saw it was a girl. A girl Hiei recognized as the one from Yukina's dream. They watched as the girl beat the demon mercilessly and then disappeared out of the arena.

"Moira. I can't believe it's really you." The gang and girls looked at Yukina stunned.

"You know who that girl is!?!?"

Yukina did not reply as they others clamored about asking questions. She just stared at the ring where her old friend had just stood. –Why is she hiding herself from me? Did I do something wrong?- She appeared to be in a daze until Keiko and Botan finally managed to shake her out of it. She looked at them surprised and didn't seem to realize where she was or who she was with. She gaped at them, unsure of what to say or how to explain how she knew the girl.

"Well, come on Yukina, spill it! How do ya know that chick?"

"Yusuke! Leave her alone! Can't you see she's in shock!?!" Keiko yelled while slapping him across the face. Laughter ensued and then ceased as Yukina opened her mouth to speak.

"We knew each other from when I first left Koorime. She found me and protected me for a while. We became good friends, like a sister I never had. She kept me safe and protected me from other demons." She trailed off and her eyes were lost in memories no one else could see.

"Yukina, its okay to tell us what happened. We won't get mad." She nodded reflexively and sighed before speaking again.

"One day she said she had to leave, that she had something she had to do. She didn't say what and I didn't ask. I just agreed and said I would be fine without her while she was gone. Then she hugged me good-bye and left. When she turned and left the meadow was the last time I ever saw her." She paused again, this time her eyes looked scared, "It was shortly after that that I was captured by Tarukane and forced to cry tear gems. I wished and hoped that she'd come for me, but she never did. I thought that something horrible had happened to her, she always knew when something bad was happening or going to happen to me. I thought she had died. After that, Mr. Hiei came and Yusuke and Kazuma-san to save me from him. I tried searching for her on my way back to Koorime, but I could not find her, so I lost hope and gave her up for dead."

"I can't believe she would just let you believe she was dead all these years. How long has it been since you've seen her?"

"Almost four years and now here she is."

"Well, we should go find her so you can talk to her." Keiko nodded determined with Botan and Shizuru agreeing.

"I agree. We shall all help you search for her." Kurama looked as curious as a cat to know more about this girl.

"I would be very grateful if you would assist me."

"Not a prob, Yukina, we'd be glad to help. These fights are all lame anyway," said a grinning Yusuke. Without another word about it the gang set off to search for Yukina's friend.

*Moira's POV*

The waves crashed beneath me and the salt air pressed against my face lovingly. I inhaled deeply; the ocean had always calmed me. I had perched myself on the edge of a cliff overhanging the sea. The spray sailing into my face as the wind carried it upwards. My ears twitched to a familiar voice. Sighing, I turned and looked off in the distance towards the stadium. Yukina, the Spirit Detectives and their girlfriends, I assumed, were just exiting the stadium. I turned back to look out over the blue expanse. Relaxing, I opened my mind and reached out towards Yukina's. –Moira, Moira, where are you?- I left her mind without waiting to hear anything else. –She's searching for me. Of course, I should have figured that's what she'd do. I'll just have to avoid her and her friends.-

I stood and turned back to face them. They were walking on the dirt path, looking for me in various places. –How that idiot human Kuwabara thinks I'm under a bench, I'll never know. What a stupid ningen.- I shrugged my shoulders in indifference and teleported back to my room. I peered through the window, pushing back the drab green drapes. They were still searching, but going off in the opposite direction of the hotel. I let the drapes fall back, as I placed my hand against the sill, leaning against it for support. I kneeled down and set my head against my hand. –God, why does this have to be so hard?- I stayed there, far too weak to move and unable to think of what I could possibly do to fix the situation.

*Yukina and the Gang's POV*

They had searched for hours and gone halfway across the island with Hiei and Kurama using their speed to search the rest. They hadn't found a thing, not even a trace of demon energy. At Yukina's request, and pleading crimson eyes, Hiei had even used his Jagan without any luck. Forlorn, they trudged back to the hotel with downcast eyes and for Yukina, an aching heart. All she wanted, even more than finding her brother, was to talk to Moira and she was nowhere to be found. The grumbling of Kuwabara's stomach awoke them from their own thoughts.

"Guess, I'm hungry from all that searchin' we did." He was a little red from embarrassment, but laughed when Yusuke's growled too.

"Why don't we all get something to eat at the restaurant? They have fantastic desert and I'm sure that will cheer us up." Kurama, the perpetuate optimist, claimed. Keiko, Botan and Shizuru nodded in agreement, smiling at the thought of chocolate. Heads swiveled towards Yukina as she sighed. Her face was embedded with sorrow; her eyes had lost their emotion. She seemed pitiful and hopelessly lost. She gave a slight nod to her agreement and took a hold of Kuwabara's arm. He held onto her hand tightly, she had seemed frail before, but it was nothing compared to this. It was like she could crumble at any moment from the slightest upset.

They engulfed into the middle of the group, shielding her from everything and everyone. They managed to get the same corner booth and centered Yukina in the middle of all of them with Keiko and Shizuru on either side sitting closely. Yusuke and Kuwabara attempted to fill the awkward silence to no avail, and a gloomy air settled in. They stared about at each other, but never looking one another in the eye. Dinner was served quickly and the silence was broken by clinking silverware and chewing. A yell erupted from Keiko as she berated Yusuke for his horrible manners and some laughter ensued, succeeding in lightening up the mood. Small chatter followed as the group began to talk again, keeping away from the topic of Moira and the tournament. Kuwabara was going to start teaching p.e. classes at a local middle school and Kurama was going back to college for yet another degree. Yusuke was still Spirit Detective and made his living from that, Hiei was doing whatever he usually did and stayed silent, constantly scanning the restaurant.

Yukina was gazing about without really looking at anyone. She ate slowly, barely touching her food. She looked out upon the crowd of the restaurant, trying to find a familiar face, but never seeing it. She looked at the bar, that's where she had been the first night and to Yukina's amazement there she was now. She looked furious and was yelling at the bartender for something. Yukina sat there frozen, the fork halfway to her mouth, her eyes trained on Moira. Moira leaned over the counter, grabbing a sign off the wall and destroyed it with one hand, letting its ashes fall out dramatically. Yukina dropped her fork with a clatter as it hit the plate and splattered food onto the tablecloth. She drew everyone's attention and they followed her gaze to the bar where Moira sat, now nursing a drink. Yusuke growled.

"We searched all day for her and now we find her drinking at the bar?! What the heck!!!" He attempted to get up, but was kept forcefully in his seat by Kurama, who silently shook his head and looked at Yukina. Yusuke glanced at her and his anger disappeared instantly. She looked horrible, the despair and pain on her face was evident, but it was those eyes that did him in. Her crimson eyes conveyed so much heartache and sadness that even he felt pain. She stared at Moira unwaveringly. The white-haired demon appeared to feel her gaze and slowly turned to find the owner. Her eyes widened suddenly as she spied Yukina, they were in a stand-off. Neither could look away and pain-filled crimson eyes stared into icy pale blue ones. The white-haired girl blinked and looked away, guilt etched on her face. She laid some coins on the counter and fled the restaurant with a single glance back at Yukina. A sigh escaped the little ice apparition and eyes turned back to her. Her eyes were brimming with tears and one by one sparkling tear gems fell onto the table. Keiko and Shizuru placed their arms around her and the group quickly left the restaurant gathering up the tear gems and shielding her from prying eyes. The ride up in the elevator was silent with soft sobs protruding every couple seconds. The doors slid open onto an empty hallway and the group parted ways, the girls taking an emotional Yukina into their room. The boys remained outside, Yusuke glaring at the far end of the hall. He started down the hall, his anger apparent. He banged on the door madly, yelling obscene things. It opened and he was caught off guard when he saw the demon girl's face. It was identical to Yukina's, the pain was vivid in her eyes. He stood there looking down, as she was shorter than him. He opened his mouth to speak, but he was cut short as the short demon spoke.

"I am sorry, you should know that, but I cannot take back what I have done to her as much as I would like to. Tell her that I will see her and explain everything, the day after tomorrow. I have no matches that day. Bring her to the beach and we shall speak."

He nodded, unsure of what to say, and stepped back from the door. She shut it silently and he slowly turned to face his friends, stunned at the event. The boys followed one another into their room before shutting their own door for the night.

*Moira's POV (Several Hours Earlier)*

I stayed there slumped against the windowsill for awhile, before regaining my composure. I sat down on the couch, sinking into the soft cushions. I rested my elbows on my knees and my eyes gazing out blankly. I would have to fix things. I cared about Yukina far too much to put her through anymore pain. If she wanted my around again, then I would be, at least then I would know she was protected. I sighed and hung my head. I had messed up everything with her. My first mistake had been leaving her alone those years ago, allowing her to be captured, and then not going to rescue her because of that stupid vision. Then now, all these years later, after not seeing her, after not protecting her or letting her know I was alive, here she is. I would have a lot to make up for, but I would do whatever it took. I was frustrated, how could I have been blind for so long?! The look in her eyes when she saw it was me had broken me all over again. I sat there, muttering to myself for a time, before mentally slapping myself and laughing quietly. This could be fixed, I would correct everything with myself and Yukina and I wouldn't feel this depressed and paranoid anymore. I wasn't being pursued by the old clan, nor any grudge matches with other demons, life was simple right now, I could handle being around Yukina again, there was no danger.

I decided to wash up, my skin felt dry after being attacked by the ocean's salt. The shower was soothing and helped ease any anxiety I still had. I stepped out of the bathroom and looked around for some clothes to wear. Since I didn't have to hide being a female anymore, my choices weren't as limited. I chose a black three-quarter sleeve top that came down to just above my belly button and a matching pair of dark grey pants that hung loosely at my feet. I slipped on some black soft-soled tennis shoes and grabbed some coins before leaving the room for a drink. It was hours after I had seen them searching and figured they would be sleeping exhausted in their beds. I strolled down to the restaurant and took my usual seat at the bar. I grabbed the bartender by the arm after being ignored for several minutes and demanded a drink. He scowled and pointed at a sign hanging next to the liquor. "Women not allowed to consume alcohol here."

"Arrogant jackass!" I yelled, "You just served me last night and I was a female then!"

"I di'nt know tha' then! I don' serve wo'en here! Now, go'on and git."

I retorted by leaning over the counter and grabbing the sign and crumpling it into dust with one hand.

"Now unless you want that to happen to your face, I suggest you start serving "wo'en". I'm giving til the count of ten and then I kill you." I glared at him, my eyes filled with amusement and mischief. He nodded his face pale and sweating at my feat. I chuckled and yanked my drink out of his hand when he returned. I sat there slowly sipping at it when I felt a gaze upon my back. Wondering how dared to stare, I turned and looked. My gaze caught hers and I froze. –How the hell did I not pick up on their energy?! Shit!- I remained frozen by her face, immobile to her gaze before I looked away. No, I couldn't tell her yet. I slammed some money on the counter and fled the restaurant. My room was my only solitude at the moment and soon that too would be invaded. I returned to my room and sat down on the couch waiting for one of the Urameshi team to bang on my door. I didn't have to wait long as the team leader, Urameshi, was soon pounding on my door. He stopped mid-curse when I opened the door and looked up at him He was quite a bit taller than I, most everyone was anyway. He stood agape at me; I guess my face betrayed my emotions for once. I spoke before he could and said my piece.

I shut the door quickly after that and decided it would be best to stay as far away as possible til then. I hoped I wasn't making another mistake. My bed was calling me, the emotional toll was wearing on me and I collapsed without undressing into a dreamless sleep.

The next day passed by quickly without any occurrence. My matches were beyond easy and I finished them in less than a minute. I was too occupied with the next day's plan, seeing Yukina would be so wonderfully agonizing and painful that I almost considered leaving and forgetting the whole thing. Only to realize how much that would hurt Yukina.

It was now the day I was supposed to meet Yukina at the beach. I was wearing the same outfit that I had been when I had spoken with Urameshi. The sun was starting to get high in the sky and it was getting hot. I shuddered when I heard loud talking and laughing behind me. That whole group was coming, which was not what I wanted. I stood there, however, waiting for her to come to me. I knew she would, that was how it had always been. I heard her coming towards me and soon she was at my side. I glanced over at her from the corner of my eye. She was wearing a blue sundress over a darker blue bathing suit with red flowers. She was dressed for the beach. Her friends stood some ways off, peering at me curiously. I glared at them angrily and they looked away. I shook my head and slipped my arm around Yukina's shoulders. She gazed up at me innocently with those crimson eyes.

"We need to talk, Yukina."

She nodded and I led her down the beach, away from prying eyes and eavesdroppers. She looked back at them, as if to say that it would be alright and they began to set up towels on the beach and play in the surf. She let me lead her away, until her friends were but distant specks. I sat down on the sand and she gracefully sat down beside me. I told her I was sorry and explained my reasons and she understood. I was caught off guard when she hugged me and I awkwardly patted her back in reply. She then smiled and said that I must meet her friends and began tugging me back towards them. I sighed giving up reluctantly and let myself be pulled back down the beach.

Her friends were lying about or splashing in the cool water when we arrived. She grabbed my hand excitedly and pulled me closer towards them. They stopped what they were doing and watched us, specifically me. Then, the ugly human, Kuwabara, ran up and started jabbering at Yukina. I looked at him in disgust as he went on about nothing, making himself appear even more stupid. I put my arm around her waist and yanked her away from him suddenly, so that there was a look of shock on her face and confusion on his. I scowled at him and growled and he backed away. I led her over to the Reaper girl and sat down with her safely on the other side of me away from that annoying red-headed human who was now glaring at me. –This is going to be too easy. He's pathetic and hardly any fun to tease.- The others looked at me warily, except for Hiei and Kurama of course. Kurama looked curious and Hiei just glared, he would as I was now taking charge of protecting his sister. Breaking the silence, I decided to introduce myself formally.

"My name is Moira, assassin, thief and murderer extraordinaire." I laughed silently to myself and glanced over at Yukina who was covering her mouth with her hands to stifle her laughing. They looked shocked and the girls slightly frightened.

"She's only kidding, Keiko. There is nothing to be afraid of, she won't hurt you."

"You only think I'm kidding."

"I know you are. Please, let me introduce everyone. This is Keiko, Yusuke's lady, Shizuru, Kazuma's sister, Botan, Kurama, Mr. Hiei, Yusuke and Kazuma."

I nodded in reply, hoping to get out of there before they started asking questions, but it appeared that luck would fail me yet again. As I was instantly berated by three very loud and obnoxious women yelling about my treatment of Yukina. Then there was the matter of that human trying to be sneaky and come sit by Yukina. I glared at him and he sat down where he was instantly, then turned towards the females. I held up my hand to silence them.

"I have apologized to Yukina and she has accepted. I did what I had to do to protect her, but now there is no danger from me so it is safe for me to be around her."

"But you left her for four years!! She thought you were dead!"

"It had to be done."

"You're saying you had reasons for why she had to mourn you?!"

"Yes, I am." –You ignorant human.-

"Well you had better explain yourself!"

I sighed and looked at Yukina who only shrugged indifference.

"Fine." I glared menacingly and they took a step back, "I will, but not right now, later tonight after I've relaxed some." I then laid back on the warm sand and stretched out. They seemed stunned for a moment and then went back to being furious at how quickly I was ignoring them. I chose to ignore them and kept a watchful eye on Yukina who was trying to entice the girls into swimming. The human boys went after them, leaving me with two very watchful demons. I smirked and looked back up at the sky. –Tonight, should be….interesting.-