I'm fine with leaving Keiko in. I've never had a problem with her. I just remember you mentioning that you didn't want her in. That was all.

I believe Yusuke and Kuwabara were in different "gangs" which made them "not friends". (Plus I don't think Yusuke liked the two guys that Kuwabara hung out with.) I think Yusuke had respect for Kuwabara from watching him fight while dead. He realized this guy was actually a good guy and someone he liked. So when Kuwabara needed help, Yusuke was okay to do it, and he was dead so no one knew it was him. And when he came back, Kuwabara didn't put up with his stonewalling because he knew who had helped him out and felt indebted. Or at least that was my take away.

I'm not familiar with Japanese school schedules. I know China is pretty similar to the US. From what I see of it in Anime, I'd think they'd at least had a sizable break in the summer. It might not be as long, but I do believe it is there. Anyways :) I agree that it should be before the break, so there is some lead in. That does make more sense.

And did we ever talk about how Yusuke came back? Because if Keiko isn't the love interest anymore, that might be an issue. Haha. After all [quote] The only way for Yusuke to be resurrected is by a kiss from someone who is very close to him until midnight.[/quote] and both his mother and Kuwabara ignored it.