Cutie: Hi! I know, you wanted this to be re-posted ages ago, but I couldn't come up with an ending plan, but now that I have, I'm ready to write! I have the major idea all figured out now, all I have to do is follow the plot, but I'll make sure to put in lots more detail. I'm still a bit unsure of the story, and whether or not I like it, but if you guys do, then I'll try to make it the best I can!
Yugi: For those of you who don't know, or this is your first time reading 'Ghost of My Home' (Thanks for reading by the way!), this is Cutie's third time trying to post this story, the first time, there was some sort of glitch and she had to take it down, the second, she had no idea where she was going with the story, and felt like it was getting too uncomfortable to write. So she took it down and has spent the last few months thinking about how she wants the story to play out! She finally has an idea of how she wants it to go!
Cutie: And don't worry, I plan on doing a much better job this time! Better descriptions, better visibility, and more character development, rather than just jumping in and rushing through like last time!
Thank you for whoever has been with me since my first and/or second uploads, I promise, this time I won't let you down!
Disclaimer: This is still the worst part of writing fanfiction. Hate it. I don't own Yu-Gi-Oh or its' characters, I only own the plot and idea of this story!
Chapter 1: The Will
"He left me a what!?" Yugi exclaimed, jumping out of the office chair in shock.
His grandfather, Solomon, and he were currently at the funeral home with his uncle's lawyer telling them what his uncle left to them. Yugi had never really met his uncle, so the fact that he was left anything already surprised him enough, but to give him this?
"You heard me correctly, Yugi, your uncle Serion left you a house now in your name. It's a bit strange since he never really lived in it himself, but it was still in his name. And now it's yours." Mr. Rector said with a warm, but sad smile.
He and Serion had always been good friends, ever since high school, so Serion's death was very hard on him, but he still had a job to do. Serion had always been a generous man, but Mr. Rector would have never thought he'd give a house to a nephew he hardly knew. Mr. Rector shook his head slowly in his thoughts; that man really was too good, even in death.
"Serion left a video for you two to watch in his preceding illness. I'm sure it'll explain everything you need to know." He put the tape he'd been holding up for them to see in a video player.
Once the T.V. was turned on, they could all see Yugi's uncle Serion, sitting on a tall, red leather chair in what seemed to be a library in the background.
"Hello, Yugi. If you're watching this, I am most certainly dead. I know that while we didn't know each other all that much, you'll still be saddened by my death. I know. You're just that kind of person."
Serion crossed his legs, a small smile gracing the man's lips.
"You've always been more than just a polite nephew to me, Yugi. You always carried such an inviting air with you every time I saw you. And as you got older, that inviting air seemed to stay constant. It is what relieves me. I know that growing up wasn't easy for you."
Serion's smile faded as he seemed to recall memories before it returned and he put on a pleasant face.
"I regret how little we were able to see each other, and I must apologize for this. You're grandfather would always tell me how you wanted to see me more. I don't know if you still felt that way growing up. But it's obviously too late now."
"I know it must come as quite a shock for me to be giving you my home and life savings. I want you to live in that house on your own. You need it. I must also say that I regret never having talked to you about the house. You probably didn't even know of it until now. But I assure you, it is a very likable home."
He gave a small laugh, the smile ever widening. "The place practically runs itself! I know you'll take good care of it, my boy. You always were my favorite. Don't tell your cousins that though, they won't be getting anything from me."
He laughed out loud, not trying to hide it this time. "I'm terribly sorry, my boy, but the main reason I'm giving all of my fortune and home to you is so I don't have to give anything to those brats!"
Serion's face suddenly lost all signs of his previous laughter and became very serious, something very uncommon for the good humored man.
"I must caution you however, Yugi. You may be living off on your own, but you won't be by yourself. I'm afraid I cannot explain anymore than that or you might not agree to live there. It was the reason I never truly lived there myself."
His smiling, carefree look once again adorned his face. "Don't worry though; I'm positive you will like it. And if not, you will most definitely love it!" Serion laughed once more, his chin now resting on his hands.
"All I ask of you is to unlock any doors that might still be locked. I want you to care for what is inside that locked room. The key should be on the kitchen counter. You can't miss it."
"Yugi, I was never able to care for this home because of what is inside that door. I promise it was my being too scared to approach it rather than it itself. But I am positive that you will know exactly how to handle it! I bid you farewell, my boy. I leave the care of my home, and the gift in the locked room, in your very capable hands."
The screen went black as the video will ended, leaving Yugi shocked at his uncle's generosity towards him.
'He left me an entire home? Just for me? Why would he do something so kind?' Yugi blushed slightly at the thought of being his uncle's favorite.
Remembering the locked door, Yugi wondered, 'Why would he keep that door locked if he wants whatever's inside to be taken care of? Just what the hell is even in there? I'm so confused.' Yugi's thoughts were cut short when he was brought back to reality from Mr. Rector speaking.
"Now I know this may be difficult Yugi, but you are eighteen now, so if you'd like you can move in to your new home immediately. It has already been fully paid off by your uncle, so you won't have to worry about mortgage payments at all. What do you say? Would you like to move into your new home?" Mr. Rector smiled kindly at Yugi, knowing it was a very big decision.
Yugi, still under shock, could only manage stuttering incomprehensible words.
Mr. Rector gave a small chuckle, "How 'bout I give a day or two to make your decision?"
Before Yugi could say anything, Solomon spoke up, "Yes, that would be very much appreciated. Yugi and I need to talk this over."
"Alright. Here, this is some pictures taken of the house, inside and out. There are also some papers telling of the location, schools, post office, police, and everything else you may need to know." Mr. Rector handed Solomon an orange envelope with all the papers inside.
Solomon nodded, "Thank you."
Without another word, Yugi and his grandfather left, Yugi still in slight shock of the generosity of his uncle.
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"I wanna do it."
"What? A-are you sure, Yugi? This is a big step in your life and I don't want you to feel like you have to do it-"
"Grandpa, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity! When am I gonna get a whole house to myself – and not only that, but not have to pay for it either!" Yugi exclaimed fiercely though they both knew there was a completely different reason for Yugi wanting to go live in his uncles' home.
Solomon sighed, not knowing how to argue with that. Yugi had a point; he would never get another chance like this, but to go so far away for something so small? "Yugi, I just don't know. Letting you move almost halfway across Japan… You could find one just as good here! Please Yugi, I just don't want to have you go all alone!"
It was Yugi's turn to sigh. "Grandpa, I'll call every day, and tell you that I'm fine, but this house is perfect! Do you see these photos? And it's in the most perfect location!"
Yugi pointed rather rashly to the photos sitting on the dining room table where he and his grandfather sat. It was already late at night, but when the two had gotten home they both wanted to get out of their depressing clothes and have showers. They had been talking about Yugi moving to the home now in his name almost on the other side of the country.
Yugi's grandfather was so worried that Yugi could be attacked or hurt and he wouldn't be able to get there in time to help him. And with Yugi living all by himself? But Yugi was still right; he wouldn't ever get another chance like this…But still….
The house was beautiful, neither could deny that. Large front gate, stone walkways, a pond in the front, swimming pool in the back, flowers everywhere, and large oak trees surrounded it.
But the diamond within the rough had to be the house itself. It was made of wood that didn't look at all aged, a patio that went all around the house, sliding doors, plenty of rooms, a beautiful kitchen that didn't seem dated, and furniture that looked fit for a king. It was one of, if not the most luxuries home either had ever seen.
Solomon gave up. His shoulders slumped and he sighed once more. "Alright, Yugi. You can go. But if you don't call every single day I will go down there and live with you."
A smiled jumped onto Yugi's lips as he practically jumped for joy. "Yes! Thank you so much grandpa! I promise, I won't go a day without calling!" Yugi got up from his seat and gathered all the information, completed paperwork, and photos back into the file.
"I should go get packed! I'll leave first thing in the morning!" Yugi exclaimed in his excitement as he started to run up the stairs to his room.
Solomon almost choked on his drink. "T-tomorrow!? So soon!?" He called up.
Yugi popped his head down from the stairs, "Yes, tomorrow! The school semester starts in 3 weeks, and I don't want to be a stranger in my own home!" He let out a small laugh as he said this.
Solomon again could not argue. "Just…be careful Yugi. Please."
Yugi smiled reassuringly. "Don't worry. None of that has ever happened here, so why should it there?"
Before Solomon could respond, Yugi bounded up the stairs, and slammed his door shut, opening it for a split second to yell down 'I didn't mean to do that!' before closing it softer and started packing for the next day.
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The next morning came too fast for Solomon's liking, but for Yugi, who had spent half the night awake, as excited as a kid on Christmas eve, it didn't come fast enough.
"You have all your things? Your underwear and toothbrush?" Solomon asked him, anxiety obvious on his face.
Yugi blushed at his grandpa's stressed out behavior. Did he have to ask such embarrassing questions?
"Yes, grandpa, I packed everything last night!" Yugi answered, annoyed.
They were standing by the front door, as Yugi's bus was coming in a few minutes. Solomon moved to pick something up from the kitchen, and brought back a wrapped up gift.
"I know how much you love puzzles and don't want you to get too bored on the trip, so here." He handed Yugi the gift.
Yugi's face softened at the going-away present. He hugged his grandfather, "Thank you."
Honk! Honk!
They parted, "That's my bus. I'll visit soon grandpa. "
Solomon nodded, a smile on his lips. Yugi ran out the door and onto the bus.
"Be safe!" His grandfather yelled. Yugi gave a quick wave before the bus doors closed and he took his seat.
After putting his bags in the storage space above his seat, Yugi sat down and pulled out the gift from his grandpa from his traveling bag beside him. This was going to be a long trip after all…
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Cutie: Holy shit that is the most I've ever written for one chapter! 8 PAGES! I'm so proud of myself! Now I know that most of you want to scalp me for making you wait for the first chapter of the new & improved Ghost of My Home, but as we all know I am a very bad writer. But the winter season has always brought me inspiration to write (though snow inspires me more than anything and being forced to live in Texas doesn't exactly help…) so you'll get more updates thanks to the winter season! Yay!
Aun: I can't believe you actually did it! I'm so proud!
Cutie: ^^ Yay!
Cutie: Please R&R it also helps the inspiration wheel spin! I don't even care if it's flames! Just say something, I'm that lonely! TT_TT