Hi, Readers! So, my short story Handcuff had recently ended, but I know everyone was asking for a sequel. I have good news, I will be working on the sequel, however, keep in mind that it's going to be a one-shot. Story is going to be 4 chapters long.

Rated K.

On with the story...

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Chapter 1-Christmas Eve

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"Am I hearing things?" Seto Kaiba asked his younger brother that this was all a joke.

"I said for the last time, that I invited Yugi and the gang over for Christmas. C'mon big brother, where's your holiday spirit? Try not to start argue with them, either or else I'll return what I bought you for Christmas," Mokuba whined.

"Mokuba I told you that you don't have to get me anything for the last time. Back to subject, Yugi and the gang?" Kaiba questioned raising his right eyebrow.

"Yes."

"Yugi?"

"You all-time rival. Who knows? Maybe you can battle him one-on-one again in duel monsters."

"Tea?"

"Not tea like the drink. Tee-a is how your pronounce her name. Plus, she is Yugi's girlfriend. Of course, I had to."

"Mai?"

"Yeah, she is-"

"Don't tell me, The Mutt as well?"

"Joey, not the mutt, Seto."

"Dice Boy, and Pin Head?"

"Duke and Tristan, of course."

"That's all, right? I hope so. They are all annoying. Tell them to keep away from-"

"You forgot one more person."

"Who?" Seto Kaiba was curious, hoping it was Shizuka, who's been on his mind ever since Battle City.

He could never Mokuba that ever since he saw her, she's been on his mind ever since.

"Shizuka, of course."

The icy heart skipped a beat. Seto kept quiet when Mokuba mentioned Shizuka's name. She's coming along as well. He better find a Christmas for her now. Today was Christmas Eve, it was a last minute shopping for all the malls and such. Looking at his watch, he realized he had 5 hours to spare for shopping just for Shizuka and Mokuba. However, it didn't make sense for Seto to give anyone, except Mokuba, a present. Seto never like holidays since they seem so useless and wonder who's idea was to create them.

"Brother, I know for a fact that you've been thinking about Shizuka. Don't deny it. You got the hots for her."

"Are you kidding me? I don't have time to think about her or the annoying gang."

"Yeah, keep telling yourself that," Mokuba smirked.

Seto got quiet.

"See. I told you. Plus, they are about to arrive in five minutes," Mokuba said as Seto Kaiba got up, walked to the door.

"Where are you going?" Mokuba asked curiously.

"Out." Seto Kaiba closed the door behind him.

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Everyone arrived and the girls walked in first as the guys grabbed the gym bags and presents. Mokuba looked and noticed that Shizuka was nowhere to be found.

"Where's Shizuka?" Mokuba asked, helping them too get the presents out of the vehicle.

"Shizuka is at the mall doing some last minute shopping. She had to work early this morning, and got out at 1 p.m. She hasn't had time to go do some Christmas shopping because her job has kept her working 6 days out of the week for the holidays," Joey answered.

"Oh, she's a busy bee like my brother," Mokuba said.

"Well, at least on her day off, she rests to regain her energy," Joey said as Mokuba nodded in full agreement.

"Is she going to need a ride?" Mokuba asked.

"Actually, I told her to give us a call and-"

"I'll go pick her up," Tristan and Duke said unison.

Joey rolled his eyes. Mokuba laughed and hoped that Shizuka was not interested in either of them.

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Seto saw her from afar. She had a few bags in her arms, and was power walking. Time flew while he was at the mall, and was surprised to see her there. Following her, he was curious to know why was she here... alone. She walked into a mens' store, and started to talking to the clerk. The clerk smiled and quickly went to the back. Shizuka looked around the store while waiting, but for what? Was it gift for Pin-head? Dice-boy? He hoped it was neither of them. Maybe the mutt, but he couldn't picture the mutt wearing any of the attire that this mens' store sold. Her boyfriend? Oh, he really hoped she was single. The clerk came back with a package in her hand. They talked some more while Shizuka signed some paperwork. Giving the package to Shizuka, the clerk smiled and bowed thanking her for shopping. Shizuka waved and smiled.

Grabbing both bags, Seto continued to follow her. Just how many presents did she have? Let's see, Yugi, Tea, Mutt, Dice-boy, Pin-head, Mai, and Mokuba... and whoever the last present was for makes 8. So who was the eighth present for? Unless one of the guys was getting 2 presents. That's really ticked Seto off. Or maybe Seto was thinking too much into it. What if the last one was for him? How would that make him feel? Excited and Happy? Confused, perhaps? He tighten the bags in hand. Shopping for Mokuba was easy, but what do you get on someone you barely know, and have a huge crush on?

"I have a crush on her?" Seto asked himself, thinking too hard.

Without looking, that's when he accidentally bumped into someone. She fell back, landing on her butt and palms.

"Oh. Excuse me. I'm sorry, I wasn't looking," the red-haired girl said as she grabbed her bags.

Seto looked down and his eyes widened.

"What are you doing here?" Seto asked, even though he knew the answer.

"I'm doing some last minute shopping. I've been working like crazy and haven't had time. Today was the only chance I got," Shizuka picked her self up.

"Would you like some assistance?" Seto asked... freaking out that he couldn't believe he asked such a thing.

When did the Seto Kaiba asked anyone for assistance? He was losing it. Slapping his face with his palm hoping this was dream, he noticed that Shizuka smiled.

"Thank you for your generosity, but I'll be okay," She smiled at him, making his heart melt just a little.

"Looks like you got your hands full. Are you sure?"

"Yes, thank you. Actually, I have to go to one more store. I need wrapping paper. I will see you at the mansion," Shizuka smiled and was walking away.

"How are you getting back?" Seto asked, hoping she could go back with him.

Seriously, Seto was thinking to himself that he might be coming down something. Since when was he generous to someone other than his brother? Maybe it's my job. I haven't had a vacation since... Seto couldn't remember.

"Seto, are you okay?" She was worried.

"Huh?" Seto broke his concentration.

"Are you okay? You look like you're concerned about something. Maybe you should take the day off tomorrow and get some rest. After all, it is Christmas," Shizuka hoped she gave him some encouragement to the workaholic.

"Do you need a ride?"

"Actually, the store is across the street, but I'll get my brother to come pick me up," Shizuka smiled and continued to walk further away from him.

"May I go with you?" Seto asked, hoping she would say yes.

"I won't be a nuisance to you?" Shizuka asked hoping he would say no.

That's when Seto caught up with her, and walked with her across the street, helping her carrying all her bags.

Seriously, what's wrong with me?

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Serenity couldn't believe it. Her crush from Battle City was here, with her. She noticed he had two bags and was wondering if both were presents for Mokuba or something for his business. Or was the second gift for his girlfriend? She kid herself, because Mokuba told her that Seto didn't believe in that stuff. Seto Kaiba was a busy, ice-cold, single dragon. He was too busy working that he didn't have time for relationship. Shizuka smiled and thought about his working condition.

Seriously, she was concerned for Seto because he worked, worked, worked, and... worked. Did he have anytime to at least take a month vacation considering how much he worked? Shizuka pondered to tell Mokuba about Seto needing a vacation. However, she could never tell him, because she was afraid he might say something threatening. How did she manage to let Seto know that Bakura needed medical treatment, and he followed through with it was beyond her wildest dream. Yugi and the gang warned her about Seto, but she managed to keep her distance from the dragon.

Today, he was here... with her. Her heart was beating fast, and she tried her best not to blush. She looked out the window from the limo as they were both on their way back to the Kaiba mansion.

They were both quiet, and Seto was curious to know if the eighth package was for him or not.

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Yugi and gang jaws dropped down, when Seto and Shizuka had arrived, while Seto was behind her.

"Hi, guys! I'm back and need to start wrapping. Mokuba, which room will I be staying at?" Shizuka smiled, as she had all 8 bags in her arms. Duke and Tristan ran to her to help her, but Seto quickly got in the way and quickly grabbed the bags.

Everyone was shocked, while Mokuba smirked.

"Over here," Seto walked in front of her as they both went up the stairs. Then he took her to a room, and Mokuba was the only that realized Seto had given her a room right next to his brother's.

I knew it, brother. You can't fool your young brother, who is also a Kaiba.

Mokuba looked as Shizuka opening the door for her brother. Seto walked in followed by Shizuka.

Yugi and the gang, couldn't believe what they saw. Yugi was thinking maybe Seto Kaiba was losing his mind due to work. Duke and Tristan were jealous. Joey was angry. Mai and Tea thought it was cute. Mokuba was glad that it was them two, together, in Shizuka's room.

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Oh Kami... what are they thinking? Seto stepped out room and saw that everyone of them were staring at him.

Seto quickly turned his heel and walked to his room, which happened to be next door, opened it, walked in, and slammed it shut.

"What the hell did just happened?" Joey was mad.

"I would like the ask the same thing!" Tristan and Duke said together.

"No guys! It's Christmas! No fighting!" Mai commanded as they slowly nodded their head.

"Yeah, guys! For once, be on your best behavior!" Tea added crossing her arms.

Yugi smirked realizing that Seto Kaiba was showing feelings for Joey's sister. However, what did Shizuka say or do to make Seto have a heart all of sudden?

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Sorry for the grammar.

XEMblue

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