Okay this is going to work differently to what anyone is used too. This story will be based upon a roleplay with my friend. I just finished the starter and this is up. The next chapter will be produced by my beautiful friend. Once I get her reply, I will then be the one to reply to it.
So This chapter is me writing. The next chapter is my friend and so forth. I do hope you enjoy the first chapter. I put a lot of effort into this so I hope you all enjoy.
The sun was setting over Domino city, as the translucent clouds gathered into formation blocking the remaining suns rays from their weary path. Heat dispersed from the ground as the cold breeze manifested itself into the atmosphere. Seto surveyed his surroundings spotting blank faces walking aimlessly in the grey city. The air filled with particulate fume from the plethora of vehicles warming up in preparation for the coming journey. Home time beckoned the people of Domino as the sounds of annoyed driver's honking their horns overwhelmed the sound of silence. This was another day in Domino City for Seto as he made his way through the crowds of people pushing their way home in the rat infested alleyways.
The mansion stood tall in the distance as Seto walked nonchalantly towards it. The previous sounds from the city began to turn to silence as he neared his destination. He paused turning briefly to review his steps hearing a sounded echo of footsteps behind him. Darkness had descended revealing only distant shadows and dimly lit windows. Shrugging his shoulders he continued towards the mansion where he entered through the front gate. On reaching the front double doors a dark figure loomed from the shadows as Seto caught a glimpse in the corner of his eye, but soon disappeared as Seto turned his head to investigate.
Becoming slightly concerned he hurriedly entered the building closing the doors behind him, only to be greeted by one of his butlers. Seto, too pre-occupied, ignored the greeting from his butler as he began to stroll down towards his study. Being a multi-billionaire didn't come easy for Seto. His status was due to his hard work and determination to succeed, to the detriment of his family relationships, working night and day either at work or at home obsessively.
Mokuba, being the younger of the two, impacted increasingly less on Seto's life, leaving Seto without company or compassion. Having separated from Seto, Mokuba proceeded increasingly independently with his own business in competition with Kaiba Corp. Setting his own business up called Mokusoft, developing frustrating operating systems that nobody wants to develop for. A year had passed since Mokuba had left Seto's company though Seto too stubborn to admit that he misses his brother, entranced himself further into his work to try and fill the gap.
Once Seto reached his study, he proceeded to sit in his leather chair. The walls were painted a murky shade of red. Hanging around the walls were various tapestries depicting battle scenes from the third century. Midway to the high ceiling hung an elegant handcrafted chandelier, which illuminated the room magnificently. In the middle stood a carved solid oak desk of enormous proportions, baring computerized gadgets of outrageous sophistication. The deep pile carpet was a deep red and gold colour and dominated the floor space bringing warmth and comfort to the room.
From the window could be observed the many acres of land that Seto had procured during his reign as CEO of Kaiba Corp. Flipping the lid up on his laptop he began to browse his documents as he set about monitoring his business. Oblivious to his surroundings a figure stood quietly in the dark corner observing Seto while he worked. Silence enveloped the atmosphere, as the figure moved stealthily across the carpet towards Seto. As Seto was working he became uneasily aware of a presence bearing down upon him.
Feeling the hand of the figure on Seto's shoulder, caused him to leap, startled, from his leather chair towards the door. The door slammed shut and the key turned in the lock, without human intervention. Seto, scared for his life, grabbed the handle and began desperately to escape. Try as he may Seto could not remove or turn the key that seemed embedded in the lock. Having no where else to run too, he swallowed his fear as he turned to address the mysterious figure standing only inches away from him.
A soft low and calm voice disturbed the silence filled air as the figure addressed Seto. "Seto, who I am, is not of importance. You wield a lot of power, power you wouldn't even imagine, power you wouldn't even think existed. You must search for a castle beyond the boundaries of Domino City. There you will meet someone who will help you unlock your abilities, but I must warn you no ordinary human has ever returned from this castle. Go quickly, there is a war starting and your skills are required for its termination. Find the castle and hurry there isn't must time." The figure explained before dissolving into the air. Seto, confused stood in wonder as he assessed the previous encounter. While still unable to fathom what he had just witnessed, the door suddenly swung open as if by magic.
Days passed by as Seto pondered his predicament regarding the castle. Deciding to investigate further, the words of the mysterious figure, Seto began his journey to the forbidden castle. Three days had passed as Seto sat on a tree stump hundreds of miles from civilisation. His stomach growled for sustenance as he became weak from exhaustion. Swilling the dregs from his water bottle he made one last desperate attempt to locate the castle. A few hours had passed as Seto collapsed in a heap on the ground. He stirred awake from his slumber as he observed the castle in the mist. Seto a little gobsmacked arose with the little energy he had remaining. Stumbling he made his way to the portcullis which opened as he approached beyond this was a large wooden opening. He knocked heavily on the door hoping, in fact wishing someone was in.
So that is the short but sweet starter. I hope you enjoyed it. I've never put my stuff up for people to review so please view and review. Tell me what you like and what I can improve on. :) Please.