This is a short drabble about some of Bakura's thoughts on Ryou. It was written in ten minutes, so it's not my best work. But I felt like I had to write it; stupid plot bunny...It's sad, in a way. And a bit OOC. But, I think most everyone won't mind. Hope you enjoy this random, Bakura-centric ficlet!

DISCLAMIER:Why would I waste my time writing this if I owned Yu-Gi-Oh?

Why do you cry?

Why must you sob and melt down in front of me, in your pathetic, heart-hurting way? Let shameful tears pour on your porcelain cheeks? Like tiny crystals, glistening on the surface of a sandy beach.

It makes me almost...regret lashing out at you. I know, you must be shocked to hear this, hikari. But when you are in such distress...I almost feel guilty about my actions.

Almost.

And the reason? Because I see myself in your soft, delicate face. When I look into your chocolate orbs, I feel a winch of pain and sympathy. I can see my whole past, and my weakest moments. And, for a moment, we share something.

An understanding; a bond.

Odd, isn't it, aibou? That it only made me cut deeper with my words. Made me want to hurt you more. Mostly for myself, in truth. To make me feel like I wasn't just like you. I was to make me strong; to know I wasn't the weak one. I'm the strong, powerful dark.

I am, I am, I am!

I rip further into your soul, using your deepest fears against you. This time, I can smile at it, for I know you deserve it. You need to be put in your place; below me. I won't tolerate defiance, my light. You are to listen to me, for I am far more superiour than you. You are nothing more than a pathetic kitten, my hikari. Fragile, and weak. Needing to be controlled and whipped into shape.

And who better to do that than a master?

Yes, aibou, I am your master. You shall bow to me; on your scrawny knees. If you don't, I'll be pleased to rip you apart until you have no other choice than to collapse to your knees. Like a good little, obedient animal.

I hope you learn this lesson soon, my little hikari. Before I have to regret how I torture you. Before I have second thoughts. Just give in, you idiot! Don't shut your eyes and sob! Just give in! Give in, already!

Oh, Ryou, why do you cry?

Odd, no? Anyway, tell me your thoughts on this little drabble. Hope you enjoyed :D!

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