Kawaii-hikari3: I have a new ficcy! ::bounces around::

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Kawaii-hikari3: More pairings than just YxY!

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Kawaii-hikari3: ::smiles:: Here's my newest ficcy!

A young man sat angrily by the Nile's edge. His bare feet resting in the Nile's cool and crisp water. The young man ran a hand through wild hair that looked like a burning fire. Sharp and dangerous crimson eyes closed as an angry frown formed on dry lips. His jewelry that was placed majestically on his arms, legs and head glistened in the sunlight. His headpiece was the most spectacular as the eye in the middle shown brightly. The white robe that covered his body clung to his hot tanned skin. A magnificent purple cape was wrapped around his body, keeping him shaded. His crimson eyes watched the water rush by him.

"PHARAOH! WHERE ARE YOU?!"

The young man jumped up and looked around in nervousness. He ran as fast as his legs could carry him and quietly hide behind a pillar. An old man came rushing out. He wore a long white robe, that even covered most of his face. His large and watchful eyes looked around for the missing man. He wore a large black hat on top of his head. He carried a wooden staff, which he gripped tightly to conceal his frustration.

"Pharaoh, this isn't funny. Come out of your hiding this instant!"

The said man remained still in his hiding place. Beads of sweat caused by the heat and anxiety dripped down his face. He closed his dry lips tightly and held his breath. The old man walked near. The young man found himself trapped and was a couple steps away from being discovered. The young man moved closer to the palace walls until his shoulder was sinking into the strong brick wall. The old man turned his head in every direction to search for the missing pharaoh. The old man gave up in desperation and walked away. The young pharaoh came out of his hiding place and sighed in relief.

"Thank the gods he didn't find me!" The pharaoh gazed out at the Nile again. He stared at the rushing and never-ending river as his crimson eyes saddened. He shook his head vigorously. As he ran a hand through his wild mane.

"No…I cannot think about that event…I must forget about that day…but…the memory still hunts me…"

He heard something peculiar. It was the sound of thunder. He turned to examine his surroundings and found nothing out of the ordinary. The sky was clear and there was nothing else to explain the crashing noise. That's when he saw a bright blue light in the middle of the Nile's gushing waters. His eyes widened as he saw something in the middle of the light. A person was trusted into the Nile with a large splash. The pharaoh bolted into the water and swam as fast as he could. When he grabbed the mysterious person and got them to shore, a shocked expression was on his face. The person looked almost identical to himself!

Soft cream skin was soaked and wet, but still had a lingering warmth to the touch. His hair resembled a soft ember that always lingered in even the strongest fire. His only protection against the cold was a long red, yet elegant, robe; which was also cold and soaked. Tender hands reached out to the pharaoh, as gentle lips groaned loudly.

The current suddenly grew stronger and began threatening to drag the two boys under. Carrying the small boy, the pharaoh started struggling towards the palace, only to feel the current's force multiplying and almost knocking him over. Struggling and forcing himself to stand upright, he trudged along. The current continued to grow stronger and began to become overwhelming. With a quick splash, both boys were dragged under.

Determined to get to shore, the pharaoh lifted himself and the boy out of the water. The current quickly pulling them downstream. Making sure the other boy was still breathing, he held the boy close and felt a steady heartbeat. The same old man that was searching for the pharaoh earlier, came running out with a young man and a young woman. Loosing precious strength, the pharaoh tried to reach out to his potential rescuers. All three people grabbed his hand and pulled him and the boy to shore, not after tearing some of the two boys clothes on sharp rocks at the bottom of the gushing waters.

"My pharaoh, are you alright?" The old man asked.

"I'm fine…Shimon…" The pharaoh gasped for breath.

"What were you doing in the Nile?!" Shimon yelled.

"I was saving him." The pharaoh looked at the boy in his arms.

"Aww!" The girl cried out. Her green eyes glistened brightly as she stared at the unconscious boy. Her brown hair was neatly swung on her back. She gripped her wooden staff with a glistening violet gem on top. Her excitement grew larger as the boy started to move a little. Her short dress gave her a cute girl appearance, yet she was known for having a quick temper.

"Mana, don't get excited. That is never a good thing…" The young man joked. His brown hair and blue eyes were shining brightly as the sun beat down upon him. His white robe, white golden armor on his shoulders, seemed flawlessly white. His strong wooden staff with a violent looking blue gem started to glow as his curiosity began to grow. Mana gave him a annoyed look.

"Mahado! That isn't funny!" Mana pouted.

The small boy began coughing up water. All eyes were on him as they grew silent. Large eyes opened to reveal the most beautiful and innocent amethyst orbs they had ever seen. The pharaoh was most interested in this mysterious amethyst eyed boy. He smiled a little as the innocent boy looked up and him and squeaked.

"Aww! He's so adorable!" Mana squealed.

"I don't think he's Egyptian, Mana. I wouldn't get to attached to him if I were you." Shimon cynically said.

"Shimon is right on one thing and that is he isn't Egyptian." The pharaoh said.

"Do you think that he'll stay with us?" Mana asked.

"I wouldn't get your hopes up, Mana." A figure clad in a dark blue robe with a large matching hat walking causally up to the group. His cold blue eyes stared at Mana as his brown hair was neatly tucked under his hat. A smirk was on his lips as he watched Mana give him a cold glare. His blue eyes switched to young boy.

A young dirty blonde boy ran followed Seto. His honey colored eyes stared at his the boy. His Egyptian style clothes fit his tough personality well. His skin was a little tan, but still had a creamy color to it.

"Oh, my gosh! Yuugi!" The blonde cried out.

"What was that, Jonouchi?" Seto asked.

"Yuugi! That boy da pharaoh's holdin'! His name's Yuugi!"

"Yuugi?" The pharaoh murmured as the word rolled off his tongue. Yuugi saw Jonouchi and smiled happily. He leapt out of his savior's arms and hugged Jonouchi tightly. Jonouchi smiled as he gave Yuugi a tight hug back. Mana smiled happily as the two boys were reacquainted. Yuugi looked at Jonouchi as he spoke words no one but Jonouchi could understand.

"Jonouchi-kun! Jonouchi-kun! Konnechiwa! Uh…" Yuugi looked around before staring back at Jonouchi. "Doku?"

"What is he saying, Jonouchi?" Seto asked.

"He's saying hello and he wants to know where he is." Jonouchi smiled at Seto.

"Jonouchi-kun!" Yuugi cried out desperately.

"Hush, Yuugi-kun." Jonouchi whispered. "Egypt."

"E-Egypt?!" Yuugi screamed as he stepped backwards.

"Jonouchi, what's wrong with him?" The pharaoh asked.

"His family was killed in a fire by Egyptians. Needless to say, he hasn't been fond of Egyptians since." Jonouchi rubbed his head. He sighed heavily as he stared at the pharaoh. "Pharaoh, he thinks you sent the soldiers to Japan and killed his family."

"I did no such thing." The pharaoh said. "Maybe my father did that horrible thing. He wasn't a very merciful man."

"Ji-chan…ji-chan…JI-CHAN!" Yuugi cried out as he sat on the hot sand and curled up into a ball.

"What's he saying?" Mahado asked.

"He wants his grandfather. That's the only family he has left."

"I cannot understand him." Shimon grumbled.

"He's Japanese, Shimon. Naturally you would not be able to." Seto said.

"Is Jonouchi Japanese?" Shimon asked.

"Yeah. 'Course I am! How do ya think Yuugi would be able to recognize me if I wasn't?"

Yuugi stared at them all silently. Confusion and nervousness was written on his face. He hugged his legs tightly as he bit his lower lip. Trying to not bring attention to himself, hoping they'd forget he was ever there. He buried his head in his knees, choking on sobs and threatening tears.

"Yuugi?" Jonouchi kneeled next to his friend.

"Is he alright?" The pharaoh asked.

"Jonouchi-kun…" Yuugi whispered as he started crying loudly.

"I think he's homesick and scared." Jonouchi said.

"Yes. Jonouchi, do you mind if I used a spell on him? You know, the same one Seto used on you." The pharaoh asked.

"Sure. I'm kinda tired of translating…" Jonouchi winked.

The pharaoh bent down in front of Yuugi. Yuugi feeling a shadow hovering over him, began to shake and sob loudly. Jonouchi hugged Yuugi as he whispered Japanese words into his ear. Yuugi nodded and calmed down. Looking the pharaoh in the eye, Yuugi gulped.

"Yuugi, I know you cannot understand me, but I'm here to help you." The pharaoh placed a finger on his own lips. Moving his enchanted hand away from his lips, he swung his hand in the air. Placing his fingers carefully on Yuugi's pale lips. Yuugi blushed brightly as he felt the gentle touch on his lips.

"Yuugi, can you understand me now?" The pharaoh asked.

"Y-yes." Yuugi nodded.

"IT WORKED!" Shimon cried out.

"Of course it would work, senile old man." Seto rolled his eyes.

"I have to agree with Seto on this one." Mana nodded. "It was bound to work since it had worked on Jonouchi!"

"Give the old man a break guys." A young woman with brunette hair waltzed to the group. A large smile was on her face as her azure eyes stared at Yuugi. Her skin was tanned, which really accented her royal and ornate dress. "Whose this little guy?"

"I'm not little!" Yuugi said as he blushed angrily.

"I see that introductions are in order." The pharaoh said. "This is Anzu, second highest priestess, next to Isis who isn't present right now." Anzu curtsied. Mana pushed Anzu aside as she smiled and waved at Yuugi.

"Hey! My name's Mana! I'm a magician in training!"

"And this is Mahado, Mana's teacher and master of all magic." The pharaoh said. "Shimon's my royal adviser. He makes sure everything's in order."

Shimon nodded as Mahado gave Yuugi a rare friendly smile. Mana hugged Mahado's waist as she winked happily. Mahado blushed as the girl clung to him tightly. Shimon started yelling at Mana for grabbing Mahado and interrupting. Mana stuck her tongue out at Shimon childishly and giggled.

"This is my cousin, Seto. He's a very well respected high priest." The pharaoh said. Seto smirked as he watched Yuugi's wide eyes glisten with surprise and awe. "You already know Jonouchi, I take it."

"We met as children." Yuugi nodded.

"And I'm the pharaoh of Egypt. Yuugi, I'm sure you have heard very bad rumors about me but I can assure you none of them are true. I vow that we'll return you to Japan as quickly as we can."

Yuugi nodded as he stared at his double. Words couldn't express the emotions flowing through him at the moment. He stared as the pharaoh turned to Mana and Mahado. He whispered something to them. Mahado nodded as Mana giggled loudly. A look of confusion was written across everyone else's faces.

"Yuugi, would you like to stay in my chambers so I can make sure no one harms you?" The pharaoh asked.

"I guess so." Yuugi shrugged.

"Follow me, Yuugi." The pharaoh walked off as Yuugi followed him quietly. Everyone else was very curious, so they stealthily followed the two boys. Knowing they were following, the pharaoh shot a glare at the imposing group. The group froze in their tracks and turned in the opposite direction before leaving.

Yuugi stared at his double ganger in astonishment. 'They're all so afraid of him. All he did was glare and they all backed off. Oh…what did I do to deserve this? Only Kami knows what he'll do to me! I just hope he does'nt harm me…'

Yuugi followed his double into a large and well ornate room. A large window caught his eye. He stared at the window and the balcony outside. He walked outside and stared at this new land that surrounded him. Taking in the view, Yuugi gasped at the beauty Egypt had to offer. The sun was now setting and it was getting a bit colder out. Yuugi stepped back inside to find his double sitting on a bed and staring at him. Yuugi sat beside him and looked at the ground modestly.

"So…what did you want to talk about?" Yuugi whispered.

"About your arrangements here." The pharaoh said. "I would have to tell everyone that you're a new personal slave or something…"

"A…personal…slave?" Yuugi looked at him fearfully. "You mean that I'd…and you…and we…"

"Calm down, little one." The pharaoh raised his hands up defensively. "It's just an idea. I don't know if it would work. I just want to ensure your safety, that is all. I do want to keep an eye on you, so you don't get in trouble." The pharaoh winked.

"Oh…" Yuugi blushed. "Thank you. I guess that idea would work…I could stay with you and you could protect me, right?"

"Yes. And no one would be suspicious. Yuugi, if you ever feel threatened or anything you're allowed to tell me." Yuugi felt a hand touch his shoulder lightly. "I don't want to see you harmed. Now, since you're my new 'slave', I might ask you to run a few special errands for me. I don't usually ask for much, since I'm so busy all the time."

"Alright." Yuugi nodded.

"Excellent." The pharaoh smiled. "Now, we better rest. You need to be sure that everyone believes you're a 'slave'."

Yuugi nodded as he watched the pharaoh motion him to the bed. The small boy gulped as he laid down. His double joined him and caused Yuugi to squeak a little. A deep chuckle echoed through the room. Yuugi closed his eyes and felt safe as he fell asleep.