Only in My Dreams
Rating: M
Parings: Kaiba Seto/Jounouchi Katsuya Kaiba Mokuba/Kawai Shizuka Motou Yuugi/Mazaki Anzu (The two other couples will factor into the formation of Kaiba and Jou)
Summary-After Battle City, life goes back to normal. Yuugi-tachi goes back to school, Seto and Jou continue to bicker, you know, normal. However, that all changes when Malik cast a spell on both Seto and Jou that forces them to dream about the other. As the dreams become more intimate, so do their feelings about one another. Will this be the catalyst that changes two great enemies into lovers?
Prologue-Idle Hands 1
8:00 AM Cairo
The sun begins its scorching path across the eastern sky. In the land of the Nile, it is sweltering. However, for the native residents, it was just another day. One such resident was on an important mission. The entire team depended on him to complete this important mission. The only person who stood in his way was a middle aged woman and her bazaar stand.
"Here are your groceries, Malik." The woman smiles. Here was a very handsome and polite young man.
"Thank you!" he responds. He liked the lady. Sometimes she would bake him and his sister some homemade goodies. It has been like this ever since he came back from the city of Domino.
Malik takes out the amount of money equal to the price of the groceries. The woman also puts in a pomegranate pie. "That looks good." Malik was visibly drooling at the sight of the pie.
The grocer remembered something important. "Oh, before I forget!" She disappears into her home and comes out with an ancient gilded tome. A shadow-like aura radiated around the tome. "This book was passed down throughout my family line. I have no idea what this book says. However, I believe that either you or your sister might know what the purpose of this manuscript."
The grocer hands the gilded tome to the excited hands of the Egyptian. That energy filled the platinum blonde with giddiness. He then began to hug the grocer with fervor.
"Malik, son, you're choking me!" The woman breathed out. Malik let go of the woman. "Thank you."
"Allah be with you, child!" the grocer woman waved as the Egyptian prepared to leave.
The young Ishtar youth packed the groceries on the back of his motorcycle and revs the machine to life. He drives off towards the archeological site where he and his sister lived.
It has been three months since the Battle City Tournament. Malik has been starting to rebuild his life ever since his yami was let loose on the world. However, thanks to the Pharaoh and his young charge, the creature known as Marik was halted in his tracks. Isis and the Egyptian youth returned to their home. To raise money to repair the damage done to the lives of others, the brother and sister pair rented their domicile to archeologists. Their home was turned into a living place for a family of archeologists. The family was a joy to have, even though they refused to believe in the Millennium Items and the Shadow Games, dismissing it as wild fantasies.
Malik reaches the makeshift complex and dumps the groceries in the refrigerator and heads towards his room. However, before he could make it, a tall, olive-skinned woman stopped the Egyptian youth. "Good morning, Isis!" Malik smiled. "Good morning, Malik!"
"I got the groceries for the day and something interesting. The grocer woman gave me this tome!" Malik showed his sister the gilded tome that radiated the same shadow energy that Malik felt when he first got it. "I read it on the way" Malik continued "and it seems that it belongs to the ancient High Priest Seth. I'm going to translate the text, see what I can glean from it and maybe cast some spells."
Isis looked at her brother. Sometimes he could be mischievous. Isis let loose a long-suffering sigh. "Just be careful, Malik! Sometimes there are irreversible consequences to the spells."
Malik didn't even let her finish when he bolted to his room. He locked the door. With the Millennium Rod that Kaiba, who was the true wielder of that Millennium Item, refused to take in his hands, he began to inscribing circles on the ground. Ethereal wisps rose from the circle and filled the room with its pale light. Malik swung the Rod in a ceremonial fashion leading the wisps with the golden staff. He began to think of who would be the targets of the spell.
"If I choose the Pharaoh's young charge, then the ancient will suspect some foul play and most likely come after me! If I choose my sister or any other wielder of a Millennium Item, they will be angry with me and most likely try to take revenge on me. So, who would be the appropriate targets?"
Malik remembered on the Kaiba Blimp there were two people arguing like there was no tomorrow. Something like stay away from me, make inu. Your stupidity is contagious. And the retort would be something like I can't help it that a jerk like you wants to be around me. Visions of cinnamon and golden hair upon two completely opposite people ran through the Egyptian's head. Kaiba and Jou, as opposite as the spectrum goes. How interesting it would be to have that person invade the other's dreams.
"They can't stand each other in real life. How much more would they bicker in the dream world." Malik laughed at the thought and began to etch crude drawings of the pair into the ground. He stands up and holds his right index and middle finger towards his face as if in total concentration.
LIGHT AND DARKNESS
INTERTWINE
FORCES OF THE HEART COMBINE
MAKE THE FORMS OF
ENEMIES SEEN
INSIDE THE OTHER PERSON'S DREAM
Malik repeatedly chanted this phrase as the ethereal wisps floated heavenward. When all of the wisps were released, the Egyptian sat on his bed. Smiling to himself, while he was wondering what sort of dreams the pair would have, Malik realized that he himself would not have access to their dreams. "Oh well, not like I couldn't tell what they would dream about.
2:30 PM Domino 2
The purple spiked head known to others as the King of Games was staring out the window. With the Battle City Tournament over, only school would occupy his time. But all of his thoughts would always turn to the azure-eyed dancer that stole his heart. Today would be the day that he would ask her out. He loved her ever since that fateful day when Yuugi saw Anzu working the afternoon shift at Burger World. Sacrificing her grades for her personal career, it was a wonder that she could go on. Yuugi swore that he would personally see to it that her dream was realized. There was a money prize attached to Kaiba's Tournament, a sum of one million yen. Yuugi stored it away so that one day, after graduation, he would buy her a ticket to New York City, an apartment close to either NYU and the Julliard School of the Theater Arts, two very famous schools that someone with her caliber would love to attend, and three years tuition. If the spiky bishounen tried hard enough, he could even see her pregnant with his kids, a white picket fence, and little Yuugis running around, driving him crazy.
But all of that hinged upon him and the question he had to ask. The bell reverberated throughout the school, signaling that the place of learning no longer had control over the students today. Yuugi had told Anzu to meet him in the science lab after school and she was probably waiting for him already. He hurried as fast as his little legs could take him. What he didn't know was that two people were following him, determined to see his plan succeed.
Honda and Jou sneaked behind Yuugi. They overheard him talking to Anzu and knew that most likely, he would lose his nerve. So they would have to make sure that he was locked in the room so that he would not escape. He was their friend and they wanted the best for him. If it meant locking him in the science room so that he could get out what he wanted to say, then so be it. Once the two 'victims' were inside, Honda and Jou placed a chair under the doorknob.
Yuugi saw the object of his affection staring at him, waiting for him to say something. 'This is so much more difficult than dueling' The diminutive duelist thought. 'and the stakes are so much higher. If she does not agree, then it would very awkward to be around her.' All these thoughts and more were circling around Yuugi's head. He lost his nerve and silently headed for the door.
Anzu waited for Yuugi to speak. He must have something important to say, she figured, if he wanted to meet with her like this. She had an idea of what he might say and to say the least, she was flattered. Yuugi was a very likable guy, always putting his friends first. He was so cute in her opinion and was innocent which added to his charm. There was the time that he caught her working and did not tell the school. He was very endearing. She also realized that many of the girls were pining after the spiky haired sophomore. It would be very interesting indeed to be courted by the reputed King of Games. However, Yuugi seemed to be intent on asking her but to her anyway, it looked like he was losing his nerve. Anzu fought boredom and waited. She saw him heading to the door and she inwardly sighed. The azure-eyed dancer realized how nervous he was so Anzu smiled trying to relieve the tension. "So Yuugi, what is it that you wanted to ask me?
Yuugi shook his head nervously. "I ... I forgot!" He recanted, mentally slapping himself for his pathetic excuse. All he wanted was to get out before he made a fool of himself. However, when he turned the knob and pushed, the door refused to yield. The innocent sophomore heard a hushed voice on the other side that distinctively sounded like one Jounouchi Katsuya. "You tell her or else you don't come out." Yuugi took a deep breath and spewed out the words he has practiced for so long.
"Anzuwouldyouliketogooutwithmesometime?" Anzu caught some of what the crimson-eyed duelist had said, however, for his sake, she wanted him to repeat what he had just said. "Yuugi, take a breath and repeat what you just said!" Yuugi took a deep breath just like the object of his affection had advised him. "Anzu, would you like to go out with me sometime?"
Anzu walked towards this cute guy and wrapped her arms around him. "I would love too!" Yuugi's legs turned to jelly and he collapsed into her arms. He started to cry out of joy.
The science door flew open and the two conspirators, Honda Hirito and Jounouchi Katsuya, materialized from the entrance. Hugging and giving their congratulations to the new couple, Honda and Jou were truly happy for them.
After the happy scene and the dressing down by the principal for locking the two in the science lab, Jou headed towards his locker. He took out all of the things that he would need for homework tonight. The golden haired boy also took his art supplies. Maybe paint a picture of the happy couple. Yes, unbeknownst to everyone but a select few, Jou was an artist. It was an escape from the constant beating that his loser of a father subjected him to. He painted everything, landscapes, people, surrealism, everything. His favorite subject, however, was people he encountered in life. The first subject that he drew was of his blue-eyed tormentor Kaiba Seto. All in midnight blue and dressed in his long flowing, white trench coat, his subject was a menacing sight to behold. Sometimes he would take out his frustrations caused by the real Kaiba and yell all of the comebacks that he'd remember at the doppelganger. His best friends have some of their respective paintings also.
Heading towards the parking lot, the honey-eyed teen walked towards his motorcycle, which happened to be parked next to the blood red Lamborghini of his favorite person in the whole wide world, Kaiba Seto. To make matters worse, said brunette teen was heading towards him, briefcase in hand. He wore the trademark Kaiba smirk.
"Well, well, if it isn't the make inu!" the blue-eyed CEO snidely commented. "It is so endearing that you're waiting for your master to return."
An anger mark appeared on Katsuya's forehead and he shook his fist menacingly. "Look Kaiba, I am in a good mood and not even you can ruin it."
"What has the puppy in a good mood? Was the lunchroom serving double helpings of pizza or is it that the make inu got a question right in class?"
Jou clenched his fist so hard, some blood began to seep from his closed palm. "If you have to know, first my two best friends finally found each other, and two, my sister is coming to live with me and is coming to my school."
Oh, to say that Katsuya was excited that his sister was an understatement. If he was the puppy that Kaiba claimed him to be, his tail would be seriously wagging at the thought of his sister returning to Domino. After his father died of liver failure from the huge consumption of alcohol, the Ministry of Social Services had found a place for Jou to live as an emancipated teen. They also tapped into his late father's funds and paid the rent. He was furthermore given a stipend to live on. Now, his mother allowed Shizuka to stay with him because the man that tormented her throughout her marriage was now dead. Katsuya also had a job running deliveries for a messenger company. It pays the bills and puts food on the table. Life was good. There was only one problem; there was no special someone to share it with. Imoto-chan was good company; however, she wasn't enough to fill the void. Oh sure, he was happy that Yuugi and Anzu were in love, but the beautiful scene struck pangs through his heart. When was Jounouchi Katsuya's turn to find love? There was only one person that he even went as far as liking. But things have changed.
Kaiba's words pierced through the thought-filled mind of Jou. "I want to get to my car. Please stop drooling on it. Dog slobber is very difficult to get off."
Jou couldn't take it. He strode towards his tormentor threatening. "You want to start something?" he asked. Kaiba smirked. A day when he could rile the puppy to anger was a day complete.
As the two prepared to standoff against each other, something in the air changed. The two noticed ethereal wisps of light surround them. Their hearts constricted for a moment and they grabbed onto their respective chests. Kaiba and Jou's breathing rapidly increased. Their legs could no longer support their weight and they fell to the ground.
After a quick second, they regained their senses. They stare blankly at each other for a while. Kaiba found his voice first.
"This never happen!" Kaiba said point-blank, referring to the incident that just occurred. Jou nodded his head in agreement. They walked to their respective vehicles and drove away in silence.
Little did they know of what just transpired!
Kaiba Seto shook his head repeatedly. A sixteen-year-old does not get heart attacks for any reason. "Must be the stress from the office." So he decided that when he got to work, he would play his favorite stress relieving game, Fire My Employees.
Kaiba recollected the words of his koinu. "So the little dweeb finally popped the question to her. About time!" He noticed that there was a twinge of jealousy in the make inu's voice that suggested that he wished that someone would fall in love with him and vice versa. Ha! Love is a wasted emotion. Life, according to Kaiba Seto, is a competition. Love is wasted on the foolish with little control of their lives. It is the same people who created hope. However, in Kaiba's life, there was one exception to that rule and that was Mokuba. His little brother was the blue-eyed teenager's only saving grace. He alone saved Kaiba from being a complete slave to the machine. The longhaired youth was the only person privileged to see his weak and vulnerable side. Between school, work, and Mokuba, there was no place for anyone or anything else in Kaiba's life. Even if Seto could find someone to love, the temptations of his wealth and secrets would drive anyone insane with treachery. If Kaiba was to love anyone, that person had to not care of his wealth and love him for whom he is, flaws and all.
"But there is no one like that in this world!" Figured the cinnamon-haired CEO. Kaiba drove to work, following his routine to the letter.
Shizuka got off the plane and hailed a taxi. It has been a long time since she had seen her onii-chan. She had him and Yuugi to thank for her sight. However, her mother had decided that her brother and his friends were a dangerous crowd. Because of this, Shizuka was sent back to America. It wasn't fair in the strawberry-hair lass's opinion. Onii-chan went out of his way to pay for his sister's sight. He even got the money to pay for the surgery. However, the woman did not even say thanks to him. Now, it didn't matter anymore. Shizuka begged the woman to allow her to come over and comfort her older brother and by happenstance, her mother relented. What she didn't know was that she was never coming back. The strawberry-haired girl packed all of her essentials in three suitcases and headed, with a friend's help to the airport.
The cab arrived at the address that Kat-chan had given her. It was a beautiful and large apartment complex. The apartment number was RE24 3, meaning it was in the R wing of the fifth (E) floor, room number 24. Her trek to find onii-chan's apartment was over. She knocked on the door and there was no response.
"I don't want to be stuck outside." She thought aloud. "Now, if I was my brother and I was locked outside of my house, where would I place my spare key?" She looked around the area and in a potted plant next to the door was that very same key. She unlocked the door to the apartment. The first thing that she noticed on the door was a Kaiba-like doormat. Presumably, onii-chan did not like the guy if he had him as a doormat. She observed the rest of the house. It was a very simple studio apartment, a bachelor's pad if you will. The kitchen, the living room and the dining room were all one room. There was a niche leading to, she presumed, a bathroom and a bedroom. She laid her stuff in the living room section next to the couch. Finding some paper and a pen, she wrote a note to her brother. However, in mid-sentence, Shizuka heard the door rustle and open. A weary Katsuya emerged, crossing the threshold into his apartment.
"Okari, onii-chan!" the strawberry lass shouted. At the familiar voice, the golden-haired teen perked up. Seeing his wonderful sister greet him at the door brought tears to his eyes. He quickly dropped the knapsack on his back and embraced his imoto-chan.
"Tadaima!" he cried. He positioned himself on the couch. "When did you come in, Shi-chan?" "Just a few minutes ago. I found the spare key in the flowerpot outside your door and I let myself in. I hope that's all right!" She spoke the last part unsure if what she did was acceptable.
"Nah, it's all right. Better that you use my key than you waiting outside for who knows how long." Katsuya smiled, a realization went through his head. "Hey, you haven't registered for school yet, have you?" The girl shook her head. "Listen, I have to get to work so I'll drop you off at the school, okay?"
Moments later, Shizuka got on the back of her older brother's bike and they were off to get her registered.
Because of his high intelligence, Kaiba Mokuba was permitted to skip seventh and eighth grades and move on to freshman year high school. The ebony haired child went to register at Domino High where his brother was already attending. Registration was already taking place in the principal's office. As he was about to enter, the door opened and Mokuba's eyes were assaulted with beauty. She had strawberry red hair, creamy skin, and the most stunning sapphire eyes that he had ever seen. Her movements felt slow and purposeful like she was on that Baywatch show. For the first time, his eyes were open and he wanted to partake of this fruit. He also found that his pants were a little bit tighter than a few minutes ago. A lump was lodged in the lavender-eye's throat and his breathing was erratic. He did the only thing that a guy in his position could do. He hid away from the beauty's site. Another person came out of the principal's office, a woman whom Mokuba assumed was the secretary, and called out to this beauty. "Excuse me, Kawai Shizuka-san! You left the order form for your school uniform."
Shizuka turned to face the woman. "Domo arigato gozaimasu!" she smiled at the lady. "Do itashimashite" she replied.
Shizuka walked towards the place where Mokuba was avoiding this beauty. Through ill or good luck, whichever was on Mokuba's side, the two were allowed to meet. Shizuka's eyes raked over the form of the cute guy in front of her. He had shoulder length ebony hair, lovely lavender eyes, and smooth olive colored skin. He was not built in anyway but though he was skinny, his form was attractive. She could get to like this school. "Good afternoon!" she greeted the ebony-haired bishounen. "H... h... hi!" Mokuba stuttered, unable to find his voice. The loquacity that the teen normally possessed was non-operational since the blood that would usually service his brain was sent to ... to other places. Shizuka took this stammering as he was interested in her. She smiled warmed at the teen. "I guess I'll see you around!" She walked away from Mokuba, trying to remember why he looked familiar. Mokuba did the same thing but came up with nothing for the moment. He decided that now would be a good time to see the principal. "I think I'm gonna like this school."
The sun set on the technological fortress also known as Kaiba Corp. It is 9:30 and Kaiba Seto was just getting ready to finish and head home. Shutting down his computers, the young CEO got up from his swivel chair and stretched out the kinks in his body. He headed towards his car and sped towards the mansion built by his stepfather. Seto never did like that man. However, for the sake of his brother, he would do anything, even sell his to the devil, Gozaburo, to insure the safety of otouto-chan.
The large mansion came into Kaiba's view. He took out some device and pressed a button. Immediately, the gate to this mansion flew open. Kaiba parked in the ten car garage. It was a quarter to nine when he made it home. Taking long strides, he made to his bed 10 o'clock on the dot. Seto removed his work clothes, leaving himself in only black silk boxers and a red t-shirt. After he finished his ablutions in the bathroom, the blue-eyed CEO was finally ready to sleep. Yeah, it was a lonely life, but who would be willing to share this with him. That person had to be strong-willed to stand a life of late-night arrivals. There was one, in Kaiba's opinion. However, now relationships with that person are strained, to say the least.
It was ten minutes later when the cinnamon-haired teen found nature's second bath 4. However, his sleeping form did not notice the ethereal wisps hovering above his head.
Jounouchi Katsuya was finally finished with his job and was ready to fall asleep in his bed. Dressed only in white cotton boxers and a blue t-shirt, Katsuya allowed sleep to claim him. He reflected on today's events: the coupling of Yuugi and Anzu, imoto-chan living with him, and seeing Kaiba in pain. As his snores reverberated throughout the apartment, no one noticed the ethereal wisps above him, hovering ominously.
Would asking for 7 reviews before I post the next chapter be asking to much?
1 a cookie to whomever gets this proverb first
2 Tokyo is six hours ahead of Cairo. Since the town of Domino is non-existent, I made it six hours ahead also. Plus thirty minutes had passed.
3 this one's a bit more difficult, however, if you are knowledgeable of Yuugioh, you'll get it.
4 this is a line in Macbeth referring to sleep. I like it that's why it's there.
Bonus there is a subtle hint to the Kaiba/Jou coupling in this. Can you find it?