"With a great amount of help." Look, he isn't going to give up this bone to bite on, whether it won't ruin Kurama's mood or will. For what it's worth, he doesn't really want to spoil Kurama's mood at the moment, or the fact that he is somewhat back to his normal self.

The fire demon's body language changes near immediately as Kurama brings up the possibility that he was enjoying their isolation out here. It's equal parts disagreement as annoyance that Kurama would imply he means to keep them both here despite how much he knows Kurama does not enjoy it. There's no denying that Hiei enjoys isolation, but they aren't here to talk about him. "I don't mind isolation, but you would string me up yourself if I insisted on it."

Yes, they share a unique bond, but even Hiei knows not to mess around with where his bread is buttered so far as Kurama is concerned. As much as he already jokes about Kurama finding a way to be rid of him, he isn't about to test it right this moment.

For a moment the fire demon turns away, thinking things through, rolling over plans in his mind, jaw working as he does so. If this is what Kurama wants, and this is what will help him... Hiei sighs.

"Fine. If that is what you want to do I will assist."