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Well, I hesitate forcing a meaning on art, as everyone has their own interpretation. But personally, I read it as Hiei having some love for Kurama, though likely more platonic. He cared for Kurama, considered him a friend, but was rightfully hurt by the way Kurama was behaving.
So, in the end, while he grew to dislike Kurama, out of the respect he held for him, the care he once had for him, he chose to save him.