Hi everyone! Since June 4 is Yugi's birthday, I thought I could surprise you all with a chapter from my new story! You remembered the voting poll I did on which story I should make? Here is the story everyone picked! I hope you all like it!

"Is it now complete?"

"It is, sir. However, we haven't tested it yet."

"Hmmm…."

"Something on your mind, sir?"

"What is the date today?"

"June 4th. Why do you ask?"

"Excellent! He'll be perfect in testing out our new invention."

"Who do you recommend, sir?"

"Wait and see, Croquet. Just wait and see."

It was a bright and sunny day in Domino City. The birds were chirping, the trees were rustling from the wind, and people were driving, walking, or hanging out with their friends and families. Most of the people were either teenagers or young teens, while adults are either at work or at home.

Now that summer vacation has arrived, school is out and everyone is enjoying the long summer break. Whether they are traveling to other places or working, there are some who choose to relax or celebrate, especially if someone's birthday is coming up.

A small yellow game shop with a green roof and a sign showing a picture of a turtle stood in the city. Even though it may look small, it has a homey feeling to it since it's also a house. Inside, an event is happening as 5 people are in the living room chanting a song.

"Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday, dear Yugi! Happy birthday to you!"

Yugi blew out the candles as everyone around him clapped while cheering. Party poppers exploded as confetti shot out and spread all over the room. The living room had been decorated with streamers, balloons, and other party essentials to indicate a birthday party, which is Yugi's.

He felt his grandfather hugging him, and he hugged him back. After a few seconds, he parted from the hug while giving his grandson a grandfatherly smile. "Happy birthday, my dear boy. You've now reached the age of adulthood."

"Thanks, grandpa. I still can't believe that I'm actually 18."

"Even though you've gotten a little taller, you still have the face of a baby panda, Yuge."

Yugi's cheeks started to flare up. "J-Joey!"

"I'm just messin with ya!" Joey snickered.

"Joey, no teasing Yugi on his birthday," Ryou wagged his finger at him.

"Yeah, or you don't get any cake!" Malik stuck his tongue out.

"I'm only messin with him! I'm not really teasing him!"

"Its Yugi's special day. We cannot tease him."

"Aw come on!"

"Ryou, its alright. I know Joey is just trying to humor up the room," Yugi reassured him.

Ryou shrugged. "If you say so, Yugi."

Solomon laughed. "Well then, I believe its time we have some cake."

"All right!" Malik and Joey cheered in unison.

"After Yugi opens his birthday presents."

"Awwww!"

Yugi nearly laughed while Ryou face-palmed at their childish behavior. Today is his 18th birthday and all of his friends and family were here to celebrate with him.

Well, most of them.

His mother had to go to work early in the morning time, but she made a special birthday breakfast for him, which warmed his heart and stomach. Tea, Tristan, and Duke went to America to tour the dancing school in New York where Tea got accepted. They were able to call Yugi and wish him a happy birthday while promising to get him some great gifts once they return from America.

He even got birthday cards sent to him by mail from Professor Hawkins, Rebecca, Mai, Serenity, Miho, Tomoya, and a few others from his relatives. His father also wished him happy birthday by email, which made Yugi smile since he hasn't seen his dad in a long time due to his job that involves travelling.

Yugi snapped out of his thoughts as he felt something push into his arms. He looked down to see a present wrapped in lavender wrapping paper with a white bow on it.

"This one's from me!" Malik replied. "You gotta open mine first!"

Sitting down on the chair with the gift on his lap, Yugi lifted the lid off the present and looked inside. Smiling, he picked up a Kuriboh plush toy that weighed, looked, and felt the same as a real Kuriboh. He hugged it while laughing. "Thank you, Malik! I love it!"

Malik grinned in triumph. "Even if you're an adult, you will never stop loving Kuriboh!"

"You got that right," Yugi chuckled.

"Quick! Open mine!" Joey shoved his present into Yugi's arms.

Placing the Kuriboh plush on the chair next to him, Yugi unwrapped the yellow wrapping paper and opened it to reveal a couple of videos and magazines. He read the titles and felt his face heating up.

Joey grinned. "If you ever need more of them, just let me know! Tristan and I know someone who can get them for us at a reasonable price!"

"T-Thanks, I think," Yugi quickly placed them back inside the wrapping paper while getting rid of his blush.

Ryou gave him a white gift bag and inside it were a box of creampuffs, a couple of booster pack cards, and a crystal that is known to have healing powers. Grandpa Solomon gave him a few more booster pack dueling cards, a book about translating English to Egyptian and vice versa, and a cartouche necklace with his name engraved on it in hieroglyphics.

Putting on the necklace, Yugi smiled while cradling it. "I love all the gifts. Thank you, everyone."

"Glad you enjoy them, Yugi," Ryou gently smiled at him.

"Mine was the best, right?" Malik asked.

"Nope! Mine is!" Joey grinned.

"We can all talk about it later. Right now, its time for cake!" Solomon said.

As they all each got a piece of cake to eat, Solomon finished his and left the room to check and see if there are any customers coming in for the shop. Meanwhile, Yugi and the others were busy chatting with each other while eating their cake.

"I was able to complete my English homework, but I'm still stuck on a few questions from my math homework," Yugi said.

"I already completed my math homework. I'll help you out on those questions," Ryou replied.

"Thanks, Ryou!" Yugi sighed in relief.

"Wait, you guys started on the papers of hell already?" Joey nearly gasped. "Especially when we're trying to have fun in the summer!?"

"I'm almost done with mine. I just need to finish another page on my history report and then draw something for art class," Malik said, sipping on his drink.

"Good for you, Malik!"

"Thanks, Ryou."

"Why do we even need homework during the summer?! Are the teachers trying to kill us!?" Joey grumbled while munching on his cake.

"Probably due to how different our breaks are from other countries. However, Japan is a lot more advanced than other places," Ryou explained. "Plus, our school is quite strict with academics and discipline."

"True, and they want us to figure out what we should do in the future once we finish school," Yugi continued. "I know I'm gonna remain here in the game shop and create a new game. What about the rest of you?"

"I planned on going to a university here in Japan or back at England. I still haven't decided yet," Ryou answered.

"I'll probably study here or back at Egypt. I've been thinking on becoming a college professor who teaches about the history of Ancient Egypt," Malik replied.

"Culinary school for me! After realizing that I got a gift in cookin', I am definitely gonna open my own restaurant!" Joey grinned in glee.

"Hopefully, all of us will see each other again and create more memories," Yugi sadly smiled.

Ryou placed his hand on his shoulder. "We won't be separated forever. All of us will never drift apart."

Malik nodded. "Its impossible for our friendship to even break."

Joey snapped his fingers. "I know! We can all play your new game once you finish making it! I know it'll be number one!"

Yugi nodded while smiling with his eyes closed. "Sounds like a plan!"

Then, Solomon entered the living room holding a package. "Yugi, you have a package. It just arrived today."

Yugi blinked. "A package? Who's it from?"

"There's no return address. Its sent only to you," Solomon handed him the package.

Carefully unwrapping the package, Yugi opened it and noticed a pocket-watch resting on the center. Colored in silver, the front part had design backgrounds on them behind the glass with 3 pictures on it: a sun on the left, a star on the top center above the big and little hand, and a crescent moon on the right. They were each glowing in a white neon color with light blue lines in the background doodled into shapes.

Next to it is a folded note with the name 'Pegasus' on it. His amethyst-colored eyes widened in shock as he picked up the note, unfolded it, and started to read it.

Yugi-boy,

I wish you a joyful 18th birthday! My present to you is this lovely pocket-watch. I must warn you that it is not an ordinary watch, but a device that can open your eyes to what our history is like. I recommend you use it for the greater good, since time travelling is very dangerous. You'll learn a lot of good things about the past. Now then, I bid you farewell!~

Sincerely,

Maximillion Pegasus

P.S. Think of it as a little experiment. I wish to test and see if it's possible to travel through time and space without causing a breach in the timeline. Remember to use the device responsibly~

Yugi read the note again, and then looked at the watch. He noticed the others were staring at the watch, and his grandpa had a confused expression on his face.

"Yugi."

"Yes, grandpa?"

"I believe Pegasus has truly gone insane."

"Me too, grandpa."

What do you guys think? Please let me know if you like it!