Wings and Webs: Journey

Yukinaru -Pairing- 42

     I wake to find me and Haiji alone in the bed. I sigh not sure what else I was expecting. Hisoka never stays when I sleep.
    I roll my eyes "Haiji, get off me. I wanna get up now." I shove at the heavy cat.
    "*Master. Why so fowl?*"
    "I'm not fowl alright! Just get off me!" I shove harder and send Haiji flying in to the mini bar, bottles fall and shatter hard.
   I walk over to the balcony and jump, taking to the the sky swiftly. Spreading my wings, I let instinct guide me while I get lost in thoughts of what I should prepare. Honestly the first thing I should do is dig for more information on my targets. The contract has 6 business C.E.Os that will be meeting during some grand display for the auction.
     Infiltration will be easy and dispatching them simple. The item is another story, a Black Diamond. Such a rare treasure. There wasn't much information listed but it is supposed to be auctioned off after the meeting.
    "*Master, kill targets then join auction?*"
     "*We could. If you focus on the item, I would be able to watch for spiders.*" I respond silently.
     "*Master, I could replace it with a duplicate if you wish to watch the full event. Otherwise I can snatch it while you kill them then we just leave.*"
     "*Both ideas sound good. I suppose it will depend on my mood. For now we will replicate the gem.*"
    "*As you wish. I will go look for a similar gem now.*"
      With that, Haiji leaves my shadow and disappears into the wind. I continue to fly towards the family manor, it took all day. I watch the sunset as the mountain comes in to view, I need some uninterrupted sleep tonight. Coming to a land on my balcony I see Kikyo waiting for me.
     "Yay! My darling has returned already. Do you want to enter the isolation room tonight?" I have learned she expresses love through pain.
     "Not tonight Mother Kikyo. I truly came just to sleep uninterrupted. Didn't rest well at the hotel." I hold back the truth mostly.
     "Ah I see Yuki. Well do enjoy your rest." She sighs defeated.
    "I will be sure to see you tomorrow before I leave. Rest unsteady." I grin wickedly and watch her leave closing my door.
     "Alright come out." I sigh and sit on my bed.
     "Senses as sharp as ever Yukinaru." Illumi speaks calmly, slipping out of the darkness.
     "No, you are just very predictable Illumi." I sigh and go take a seat on my bed, letting myself fall back. Haiji appearing and cathing me. Making a perfect pillow to snuggle.
     "Is there a reason for your return?" Illumi questions darkly.
     "No, not paticulairly. Just wanted some decent sleep. The hotel wasn't enjoyable." I shrug.
     "Is there a reason as to why you lie to me?" He steps closer.
    "I am not lying. Just not telling you everything. There is a difference." I stick my tongue out.
    He walks closer to me, coming to my side instanly, "Did something happen last night Yuki?"
     I scoot over on the bed, Haiji moving with me once more. I wrap my arms around him as I feel Illumi slowly starting to fume. Haiji instantly vanishes under Illumi's unspoken threat. Allowing him to take his place just as quick against me.
     "This will be your punishment for trying to hide from me." Illumi chirps sharply, facing me.
     "Hisoka already told you didn't he? Next time I see him I swear I'll remind him not to share business even with you. Yet I am not surprised by the foolish Jester." I roll my eyes and Illumi pulls me closer.
     Illumi's actions startle me and I try to push him away fruitlessly. He ends up pinning my arms against my chest. My aura building rapidly as I feel his embrace tighten. He has never pushed it this far before.
      "Is this some sort of test Illumi?"
     "No training, merely curious what else I may find enjoyable next too you." He whispers close to my ear.
     "Well don't test you luck buddy." I warn him and release a little bloodlust.
     "Perhaps another time then however..." He rolls me to the center of the bed and undresses for sleep.
     "However what Illumi?" I question as I watch him just stand there in his boxers again.
     "I wish to lay with you. Please ready for bed." He motions for me to change.
     I sigh and get my usual tank and shorts on. Climbing back into bed, Illumi already up against me before the blankets even land.
    "Illumi stop doing that. It is not fair to move so fast. Hey watch what you're poking too. That is my boob." I take his hand and wrap it around my waist holding it comfortably.
     "Did that hurt? You moved my hand quickly." He seems curious enough to be almost considered innocent.
     "Yes it hurt, your nails are sharp remember." I roll my eyes, his arm reaching out from under my neck.
    I feel his grip on my shoulder, hugging me into his cold skin. He trails his nose along my neck, inhaling deeply as he goes.
     "Your scent smells marvelous, odd I never really noticed before." His tone is slightly light but still very confused.
     I can hear breaths hitch out in the hallway. My own catching with theirs as Illumi kisses me.
     "Illumi... I am tired. Can we please just sleep now? This is already strange enough." I try and settle whatever curious thoughts are roaming.
     "Very well Yuki," He pauses, "Sleep restful." Illumi pulls me tighter, his head resting above mine.
    I feel his body fully encase around me. It may not be as warm, but it feels similar to when I sleep curled in my wings. I drift off slowly hugged by a truly fearsome person. I start to stir after what feels like hours.  
     Something pressing down on top of me startles me awake fully. I try to focus, slowly I see Illumi.. directly over me... His long hair draping down around our faces.
     I stare lost in his black eyes trying to figure out why his behavior is suddenly so different. I am definitely not stronger then him yet. I have learned my strengths well not to encourage a fight with him.
     "Illumi?" I call out his name, barely a whisper.
     He lowers his head and kisses me. I feel him slowly send his tongue in to my mouth. My body familiar with the sensation responds naturally while my brain panics. He pulls his lips away. His bloodlust overwhelming me. His aura intense. I don't move and wait for him to speak. I have only ever briefly seen him like this but a few times.
     He straightens up, still firmly planted over me, "Yuki. Yuki." He says my name lightly a few more times before slightly calming down. His fingers tracing his lips.
     "Feel better?" I ask cautiously, as he lays behind me once more.
    "Come. Sorry if I frightened you." It sounds forced but I appreciate his effort.
    I let him pull me back into his favorite position. The sun still has yet to rise and I am also not ready to face the three people outside my door right now. They are no longer trying to remain hidden. I feel a blush creeping over my face at the possible thoughts they must be having. I feel my body getting hotter the longer I think about it.
     "Relax Yuki. They are just curious." He whispers into my ear, his cool breath sends shivers down my neck.
    "I'm trying to but it's difficult now." I roll in his arms facing him.
     "Why-"
    "Just shut up dummy." I curl myself into him.
    Resting my face against his chest, using the rhythm of his heart beats to tune out the daunting whispers. I feel him adjust to this new position gracefully.
    Illumi wraps both his arms around my back, firmly pressing my body snugly to his chest. His leg lays over mine and hugs them both. I can hear someone make their entrance finally.
     Illumi letting me hide deeper into him, as he slowly engulfs me in aura. I glance up to see him staring darkly into the shadows. I vaguely sense her lurking presence.
     Kikyo was just about to speak when she was whisked away instantly by none other then Silva. I feel Illumi finally calm once more. My breathing relaxes as I feel myself melt from the release of tension. He moves one of his hands to my face.
    Pulling my chin up so I look at him, "So strange." Illumi kisses me then wraps his arm back around me.
     I smile and roll my eyes. I bring my head back down and close my lids. Praying that tomorrow I can actually get some fucking sleep.
      The rays of light slowly warm my back. I start to wake and see Illumi still holding me close to him.
     "Yuki," his light breath tickles my ear "I want experience you."
     I sigh and try to push this conversation away, "Maybe some other time. I still have failed to get a good night's rest."
     "We all failed to get any rest last night." I hear Silva's voice behind us.
    Illumi quickly pulling me into him. His killing intent let loose, facing his back towards Silva. Shocking all 3 of us with his attitude.
    "Glad to see yall paired. Wasn't sure what was gonna happen when Kikyo interrupted." Silva chuckles darkly.
    I'm still completely frozen by the atmosphere. I can't speak a word, this misunderstanding taking my voice.
     "Leave." Illumi ordered his father fiercely.
     "Very well. We will talk later then." Silva instantly vanishes.
     "Greeeaaatttt." Illumi lets me get up without issue. "Well you started this mess, I sure as ain't gonna settle it. I have some business to see too at Heaven's Arena." I laugh  dryly and dress quickly.
     "You are leaving?" Illumi questions oddly.
     "Um yeah! I'm not gonna try and explain to the family that we didn't end up /pairing./" I give him a pointed look, "You wanted to try new things. Well now you get to deal with the aftermath. Byyyeeeee Illluummmiiii!" I wave, giggling maniacally, as I fly off carrying my shoes.
   I have been hanging around the tower for a few days now without any sleep. No sign of Chrollo yet either. I suppose I didn't tell him when I was gonna meet him here. The sun was setting and I didn't wanna spend another night hanging out on a rooftop.
     "Haiji, do you remember the broken church in the forgotten world here?"
     "Of course Master."
    "When you finish your sweep of the area meet me there. I will sleep there for the night."
     "Understood."
     I sent Haiji out awhile ago, giving me time to stretch in the moonlight. Feeling a random burst of energy, I jump up and let myself fall towards the alley way. Just feet from the ground I whip my wings out and rocket straight in to some clouds.
     I let the breeze carry me along the edges, slowly drifting to the church. I already feel the wave of exhaustion taking hold. I look below me and spot my destination. Never realizing that it's nearly centered amongst the destroyed landscape.
     I tuck my wings and land lightly near the gaint window Chrollo brought me too on my first visit here. I walk around the main hall, noticing that it hasn't be used in along time.
     I trail my hands along the stone hallway that leads off to the back rooms. It's so dark that I use my roots as a light source. I make my way to the make shift bedroom I spent 4 days recovering in. Memories swirling making me happy.
    "Haiji?" I call out knowing he should already be here.
     "Master"
    "Come. Lay with me." I motion for him to join me.
    "Gladly" He jumps up quickly and starts to purr. I fluff the fur one his head and hug him close.
    "Haiji," I take on an extremely serious tone, "DO NOT LET ANYONE DISTURB ME."
     "Understood."
    His tone very meek and submissive. I do feel his body take on a new level of alert though. Truly intent on fighting anything that dares appoarch me.
    "Good then. I am going to sleep now. I mean what I said, Haiji."
    It truly was a soild sleep. No intrusions, no discomfort. Just honest wholesome sleep. I stretch out and feel the empty space around me. I look around the room and Haiji is no where to be seen.
   *That little shit left me? No way.*
    I stand and seed my nen into the ground. I sense him and two others at the stadium. Concentrating I can feel Haiji in full fight mode. Instantly realizing people actually came to bug me! Livid I instantly pull myself through his shadow.
    I arrive already in the fight. I grabbed ahold of the closet figure to Haiji and slam them into the ground. I instantly have Higiroshi drawn and pointed at the other presence. I keep myself bewteen them and Haiji.
    "Haiji. You seem pretty beat up. What the hell!" His fur is ruffled and blood drips from his mouth.
    "*Master. They appoarched you not long after you fell asleep. We been fighting for hours now.*"
     The dust begins to settle and the figure under my hand finally manages to wiggle out and retreat back to the other. Finally taking in exactly who I am looking at.
    "Of course it would be the two of you." I start to burst out laughing when they appoarch, Higiroshi slowly fading back into waiting.
    "Wow, even if Haiji was holding back, he still got yall pretty damn good." I laugh hard as both their auras spike choatically and bloodlust oozing.
    "That creature is incredible Yukinaru." Chrollo speaks first, cleaning the blood from his lip.
   "He is well capable indeed. I'm sure he must have yanked you guys here through the shadows." I giggle knowing he ambushed them.
   "Flower ♤~, it's odd you failed to mention that before." Hisoka looks to be in a sorry state, about even with Haiji's condition.
    "This is why I don't like my pets fighting. You each have your own strengths." I laugh harder, "Jester you may move like a cat, but that's just a meak imitation."
    "You tease too much Yuki ♡~. /He/ started it anyway ◇~."
     "No, you are just poorly trained and tried to wake me." I stick my tongue out, "You should definitely have already learned by now I love peaceful sleep."
     I hear Chrollo laughing at us as he takes a seat, "Well I know what creature I want as a pet now." He speaks with such envy.
    "Haiji?" I turn curiously to him, "Which abilities did you use?"
     "*Shadow trap and Blood slash, Master*"
     "What else did you do?"
    I couldn't help but see both Hisoka and Chrollo's life essence quivering slightly. Even their exhaustion is alittle abnormal too, Haiji definitely did something naughty.
     "*Master?*"
      "Haiji! You know damn well that I know you fed from them." I cross my arms and tap my feet. "Get your ass over here." I point at the ground.
    He walks over, his tail tightly pressed against his body. He takes a stand under my finger and looks down at the ground, submitting to his punishment.
     "I'm truly disappointed in you right now. Be gone, return to the shadows at once."
    With my back still facing the men, I feel a brief aura shift following my one way conversation. I turn to take in Chrollo and Hisoka expressions finally. They mirror each other perfectly, questions and curiosity filling their gazes.
    "What do you got to say huh?" I snap at them.
     "Nothing." they speak in unison.
     "Yeah that's what I thought... Come on let's go get some food. I'm usually famished after Haiji eats, he has a large appetite and I normally regulate his diet."
     I laugh lightly, dragging both of them out of the stadium. I watch curiously as they start to mend their wounds as we weave down the beaten roads. The lively city coming into view with Heaven's Arena towering in the distance.
    "I know let's go eat at the Arena! They have some pretty amazing food." I hear the rumbles echoing from my belly.
     "It's always about food with you." Hisoka states as he fixes his hair finally.
    "You know, hair down always looks better then when it is up." I shrug, "Just my opinion, pay no mind."
     "What do you mean the cat fed on us? How can you tell? I didn't notice anything during the fight." Chrollo finally speaking up.
     "Your level of exhaustion. He was gonna draw out the battle as long as possible and slowly drain your life essence. Eventually you would have collapsed." I giggle and Hisoka moving us forward.
     "Why is he not supposed to feed from us?" Chrollo continues pressing, trying to learn more.
     "Simple, you don't have enough to support his specific needs. One feeding for Haiji could potentially kill a normal person plus I don't like him eating alot of junk food." I follow behind Hisoka who is now leading the way to a private restaurant in the tower.
    After a few hours of walking, we sit at the back table and I am the only one to order anything. I don't think I have ever actually even seen them eat before.
     Chrollo and Hisoka both sit in front of me, their eyes locked on me. Hisoka leans back in his chair with a wicked smirk and Chrollo crosses his arms, sitting firm. My chair is back up against the wall, these clever bastards cornered me. We all remain silent, each of us not wanting to speak first.
     "Here we go," the waiter places the food in front of me.
     I lean back suddenly, not even realizing I was leaning inwards. The waiter sets my coffee and my butter toast down smiling.
     "Is there anything else-"
     "No. Leave us." Chrollo chirps warningly at him.
     "Well that was rude. He only smiled." I bring the sweet liquid to my lips, and slowly sip.
     Hisoka pulls out his cards and just stares off into the distance. A haze of sorts glossing his eyes.
     "Tell me how you have been." Chrollo pulls my attention to him.
     "I have been well thank you." I turn side ways, crossing my legs, "And yourself? Have you been well?"
     "I been doing the same as before. Nothing much more." Chrollo remains so stotic, such a way with words.
     "As expected. So what is it that you wanted to talk about?" I get straight to the point.
    "Haiji first perhaps?" His curiosity shinning bright.
     "You fought with him. I am sure that experience can answer much of your questions. You are smart enough to figure out the rest." I eat some of my toast, my appetite failing as time drags out.
     We all sit very silent at the table, the atmosphere tense. Hisoka still has yet to speak since we arrived. Its very strange for him.
     "Things have changed alot since we parted. Our partnership terms are nearly completed." Chrollo stops and takes on a more serious demeanor.
     "I understand. Proceed with your little speech I can see lingering." I sit bored knowing his point.
     "Very well. I would like to see where we stand. I request that you to join the Troupe, becoming one of the spiders." Chrollo watches me intently.
     "That won't work Chrollo. Spiders don't have wings. I won't do well trapped in a web either. I do as I please and drift with the breeze." I turn to face him, our strength nearly equal now.
     "Seeing as this is the point I would have left the mainland our partnership is no longer." I feel him about to speak. Holding up my hand I continue.
     "However I have a counter proposal. Let's be friends." I giggle as I can feel the sudden eyes on me.
     "Did you just ask Chrollo to be your friend?" Hisoka looks so taken aback.
     "Yeah. Friends are far more valuable. I learned that watching them boys you see." I smile and look at Chrollo waiting.
     "Friends?" He looks a bit lost.
     "Pay attention more," I roll my eyes, "Go and mull over your thoughts Chrollo. I have finished all the business I needed too here." I stand and walk past them.
     "Where are you going? ♡~" Hisoka appears in front of me.
     "I came here because I had buisness to finish with Chrollo." I chuckle, poking his noise. "Foolish Jester. You can't always be at my side, not like you ever were berfore." I whip my hair at him and slip past.
    I make my way into the elevator, already getting tired of everyone pushing against me and we have another 100 floors to go.
     "*Haiji I can't do this. Go to the hut now, I will follow after.*"
     "*Master, I am here.*"
    "*You have gotten so much faster now. I should have you spar with those two again!*"
    I walk instantly into the light of another setting sun. I stretch my wings and inspect the remnants of the hut. Nature has claimed it nearly all back.
     I trail along the river, Haiji close to me. I breathe in the fresh air and take flight. I fly low along the tops of the trees, tips of my feathers brushing against the leaves. I make my way far from the city.
     I push away from the past and all useless thoughts. Finally ending those adventures at least. I land softly in the middle of the dense forrest.
    I settle on a nice little patch of grass, lightly speckled with light. I stretch out on my back. My seeded nen surrounds me, looking like roots stemming from my feathers. I smile warmed by my own beauty and curl up against Haiji, pulling my wings in around us.   
     Hoping for more sleep tonight. I feel his warm body, the silken fur soft to the touch. The vibrations from his deep purrs soothe away any aches from the day. I slowly drift off to sleep. Knowing Haiji won't let me down.   
    *Such a good kitty.*