So, I have a few stories that I know readers want updated, but my mind just doesn't seem to be in the "cooperative" mood; also, in my defense, I did have my latest Black Butler chapter written, ready to update, but then my computer went bad…taking the file with it T_T. Even though I know the idea/basis of chapter, I just can't get it right. So, viola! Another story! An OC-This will be a semi- "OC insert"; meaning some of the stuff will be original and some will be from the show/manga. Also, unless a duel is something of my own creation and not actually in the show/manga I will not be detailing it. It's just too much work and time that could be spent on furthering the story. So, first chapter!
Also, no character information. You will learn-as-you-read, which is my favorite way to be when I read fanfics. I will admit the story might be a little rocky in the beginning, as I'm still gathering and forming the ideas, plots, etc., but I will make it as organized as I can. Also, if anyone would be willing to beta my stuff, message me! Also, if anyone has any ideas or suggestions, feel free to pass them by me! I'm not stuck up or stiff about those.
Now, STORY BEGIN!
"My name is Avianna, and I am pleased to be here. I hope we can get along."
It was the first day at the new school, Domino High. Only for a moment did everyone stare at "Ava", only for them to get back to work once the teacher began speaking. Following the command of the teacher, she took a seat in the first open spot she noticed, near the far back of the classroom. It didn't matter if she was away from others; she, most-likely, wouldn't be here long. It wasn't her fault. It's just how things were.
Glancing around the room, she noticed a boy—considering he looked more of an elementary kid than high school, emphasis on "boy"—looking at her. He looked odd, in more than one way. Aside from being much shorter than the others, his hair definitely made him stick out. It defied gravity; no lie! Still, even if it looked odd, it's tri-color appearance, as well as its star-like look, just fit this person. Had anyone else had this style, Ava was sure it would look awful. For a moment, their eyes met, the boy giving a greeting in the form of a friendly smile before getting back to listening to the teacher.
Yugi Mutou, AKA "The Boy Who Beat the creator of Duel Monsters, Maximillian Pegasus". He was infamous and everyone, Duel Monsters fan or not, had heard the name "Yugi" at least once.
As class had let out, Ava gathered her stuff and packed it all away in her bag. Getting caught in the rush of students flooding out the door her bag was forced from her grip, the contents spilling out. Inwardly, she had to sigh; first day and already…this? Geez…
"Hey'a," called someone, Ava turning their way. "Let me help ya there."
It was Joey Wheeler, fellow classmate and quite the loud mouth; not to mention quite the show-off. To his side were the rest of his friends: Tristan, Tea, Yugi, and even Bakura. She got good vibes from them all, all except one. Bakura. For some reason, she couldn't wait to get out of his presence. Appearance-wise, he seemed like a good person. A little awkward but not bad. He was kind and well-mannered, too. Still there was just something about him that sent chills through her.
"Thanks," she told Joey, taking back her bag. "People are always in a rush. First day and my things are already getting trampled. Not looking good, I guess."
Joey gave a "tch" sound, crossing his arms as he glared down the direction they'd gone, "Forget'em. They're just jerks. They might get steamed, but, inside, they're all cowards."
Ava couldn't help but giggle at that response.
"I agree!" Came from Yugi's direction. "You shouldn't let that kind of stuff get you down! Give it some time, and it'll get better!" Yugi said with a smile, as well as a thumbs-up gesture. "By the way, I'm—"
"Yugi," Ava finished, choking back a laugh when she took in his confused expression.
She began explaining, "I've seen you on T.V., Yugi. You're pretty famous, no matter if someone knows the game Duel Monsters or not."
Yugi laughed for but a moment, speaking, "True. I forgot."
He…forgot? Can someone forget something like that? Or was he just being modest? She was pulled from her thoughts when the little high school'er spoke.
"We're on our way to my grandpa's game shop, if you want to come along." Yugi offered with a friendly smile.
"Game shop? That must be a pretty neat career. Selling games, I mean." Ava thought aloud, next directing her thoughts to Yugi, "Sure, I'll go. I've nothing else to do. No one's home, anyways. Beats being alone, I figure."
"Oh, a new face!" An old man greeted Ava upon seeing her.
"Grandpa! This is Avianna, a new girl in our class. She's a transfer student, and, from what I've heard, she's been all over!" Yugi said, excited in the way that one just couldn't hide it.
"Hello," Ava chimed, a little awkward as she did so.
The old man, whose name was Solomon Motou, explained his shop, but only because Ava asked him to give a few details about it; not that he was hesitant to do so. He definitely took pride in the place. Turns out the games sold in here were older games, whichever those were. Still, she noticed many types; card games, RPGs, board games, puzzles, brain-teasers, and many, many more.
"It's pretty nice," she complimented the old man.
He nodded, looking at her bracelet next, a look that Ava couldn't help but notice. Grandpa smiled, chuckling a little as he spoke, "Don't worry. I am interested in games, not jewelry. Still, I couldn't help but notice it. It looks a little bit similar to my grandson's Millennium Puzzle, now that I think about it."
Blinking, Ava gave a confused look, "Millennium Puzzle? What's that?"
Yugi looked in the room at the mention of his puzzle. Ava really didn't seem to know anything about it. He had also noticed her bracelet, as well as it's striking resemblance to his puzzle. Honestly, how could someone not notice the resemblance? It even had the same "eye" symbol, the same kind that he and Pegasus's items possessed.
"It could be another Millennium Item," Yami's voice came into his mind.
Yugi furrowed his brows, thinking back to his mind-sharing partner, "I don't know. She looked pretty lost at the mention of my puzzle. I'm not sure she even knows what a Millennium Item is, Yami."
He knew his friend was cautious, and after the Pegasus thing…well, who wouldn't be at this point?
"Just in case, it's best to keep an eye on her until we can know more about who she is." Yami stated before drifting back into his own mind.
Yugi thought he was being a little too cautious and judgemental, but he also knew Yami wasn't suspecting Ava of too much. He was much too benevolent for that. Still, it wouldn't hurt to do as his spirit friend had suggested.
"Hey, can I see your bracelet? If it's no trouble, that is." Yugi asked, a little meek as he did so.
If the bracelet would have been an item, he should have some sort of connection with his puzzle, like he had felt with both the Ring and Eye. If so, just by touching it, Yugi—or even Yami—might feel or sense something about the item.
Ava shrugged, removing it and ready to hand it over, "It's something that was given to me for free. I thought it looked kind of neat…and the rest is history. I try to not wear it everywhere, considering it looks to be pure gold, but…I just don't like the thought of parting with it."
Yugi arched his brow, feeling the same mix of emotions that Yami, too, felt.
"If it was given to her, and she talks so nonchalant about receiving it, then why say such a thing?" Yami asked, peculiar about her words.
"So, why give it to me? If you don't like parting it, you didn't have to let me see it." Yugi said, next looking at his own puzzle. "After all, I know what's like to have something special and not liking to be away from it."
"Well, that's because…" Ava began, only to trail off as her confident expression faded into a bewildered one. "Actually, that's a good question, Yugi, and it's one I don't really know how to answer. Somehow, I know it's in good hands with you. You just have that feel…if that makes any sense."
"Yeah, it does." Yugi gave a smile.
As Yugi grabbed ahold of it, though, something happened he wasn't entirely expecting; it sent a mild wave of something through him. It wasn't painful but definitely not something like mere static electricity. It felt…kind of re-energizing. There was no doubt about it now. This item held power, loads of it. Could Ava feel it, or was she oblivious to it? Or, perhaps, she was just playing dumb?
Yami appeared beside Yugi, arms crossed as he quizzically looked at the golden item, "I don't think so. If she had, why would she so-willingly hand it over? There was no hesitation that I saw."
Yami didn't want to say it, but this item seemed, somehow, familiar. He just wished he knew why.
In response to the spirit, Yugi shrugged, something Ava found to be a bit strange. Was he having an inner conversation?
"Maybe she does feel it, but feels it different? You know, how some people say things have a pleasant aura." Yugi thought to his friend, his expression becoming a little uncertain, something that, again, Ava took to be strange. "It would explain why she doesn't like to part with it, wouldn't it?"
"Perhaps," Yami agreed, looking at Ava, whose attention had been diverted away when Joey called to her about some game.
He had a strange feeling about this girl. He didn't know what it was, though. She, like her bracelet, felt familiar. Somehow. It was strange, to say the least.
"—have that back…?" Yugi heard, the voice being a little faint.
"Huh?" He asked, noticing it had been Ava who was trying to ask something.
She furrowed her brows in amusement, and perhaps a little curiosity, "If you're finished, can I have that back?"
Yugi blushed in embarrassment, handing the item back, "S-Sorry. I was just…lost in thought. It really is a nice bracelet. If it would be like my puzzle, then it would be from—"
"Ancient Egypt," Ava finished, flashing a knowing grin. "I can tell by the 'Eye of Horus' on your puzzle. It's why it was given to me. The person said they knew I loved history-related stuff, along with saying that it was mine…whatever that meant. But it was so pretty, I couldn't refuse."
"That it was hers? Well, that sounds more like our kind of thing, doesn't it?" Yugi asked his spirit friend.
Yami was silent, though. Maybe he, too, was deep in thought.
"So, you like Ancient Egypt, then?" Tea asked.
Ava gave a smile, as well as a nod, answering, "Egyptians, Mayans, Aztecs, all of it. But I do have a special spot for Egypt. It's been with me ever since I was little."
"How little we talkin' here?" Joey asked, blinking in slight confusion.
"I don't know, really…" Ava answered, continuing, "…I'd say probably since I was, like, five."
"Sheesh…ya know, most five-year-old girls are obsessed with dollies, not mummies, Av'." Joey said, a little rude in his manner but Ava knew he was meant no disrespect. "Then, again, all of us are quite abnormal, too."
Ava spoke, moving on from the subject, taking out a notepad. "Well, I gotta split. I'll see you guys tomorrow."
"Where you going?" Yugi asked.
Ava gave a smile, "I like to write to relax. Or, if I am able, I really enjoy drawing. It's kind of my meditation, if that doesn't sound too strange."
Tea scoffed (in a friendly sort of way) and crossed her arms while flashing a friendly smile, "We're no strangers to 'strange', believe me. See you tomorrow, Ava."
Okay, so that's it for the first chapter!
I know, it was short, but…well, it if the first chapter! Next chapter is in writing stage and will be available soon. Fairfarren ("Good-bye", in other words)!