Finally my second chapter is here!
Sorry for the long wait, but I have a good reason….I didn't have internet…yes you heard right I didn't have internet so it's not my fault now ha?

Yami: You should have done something!

Roka: Hey! I am not a miracle maker nor a magician to do that!

Yami: Yeah sure like you can go to your friends you know

Roka: Yeah because it's so damn normal to go to my friends and tell them I am using your internet to publish my story

Yami: -Staring blankly-

Yugi: -coughing slightly—actually it is quite normal ….I don't get your point

Roka: Well maybe I would have gone if someone *staring at Yami* didn't scar them for life

Yami: -grinning in realization- oh now I get it

Yugi: What happened? - narrowing his eyes in suspicious—

Yami: Uhhh…well…you see

Roka: How about I start the story while you tell him what exactly happened ? - grinning evilly - but first do the disclaimer

Yugi: Roka doesn't own Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel monsters ,She never has and she never will

Roka:Hey! You spend way too much with Yami!

Yami: I am so proud of you Aibou – grinning fondly –

Yugi:yeah yeah now tell me what happened….

Roka: anyway while these two lovebirds discuss what they want let's begin with the story

Notes:
Yugi is slightly taller than Yami in here

Warnings: This is Yoai story which means boyxboy so don't like don't read….
A lot of OOCs is in here as well, there might be cussing and cursing as well in later chapters
This story contains Mpreg
You have been warned!


Chapter 2

Atemu was waiting, observing Miho who stood in front of the small hallway leading to Yugi's chamber

'why the hell is she here?' He thought to himself before shrugging it off waiting for Otogi who froze in his place, He didn't know why he was acting like that….It is just Miho as far as he know she was just a maid

Otogi grabbing Atemu's arm while turning around commanded Atemu quietly to go back and Atemu stared at him, eyes widening every second

"Leave me alone…King Yugi is waiting for me" Atemu told him quietly not trying to show any anger in his voice

"I said we should go back!" Otogi commanded harshly but Atemu wasn't having any of that "The king is waiting for me" Atemu hissed pulling his arm from Otogi's grasp not bothering to hide his anger anymore before walking to Miho angrily but he was stopped by Otogi grabbing his arm once again

"You can't see the king now!" Otogi was fed up with this guy attitude, who did he think himself to go and disobey him like that?

"The King called for me. I came " Atemu raised his voice a little, Fuck this shit! Seriously? After all the dancing, being dragged from lesson to a lesson to please the stupid King-who was by the way very handsome, but he will never admit that- and getting ready for freaking three hours, now he has to go back ? Yeah right

"Don't be an idiot! Prince Ryou is obviously there!" Otogi explained hoping Atemu would get this through his stubborn brain but all it did was make Atemu angrier

"How can she be there when he called for me?!" Atemu yelled not caring who the hell heard him, stupid Otogi, stupid Miho, Stupid Ryou, Stupid King , He pulled his arm once more before approaching Otogi slowly until he was two inches away from him " I am not letting this go I promise" Atemu hissed before walking away not sparing any of them a glance, He was too pissed right now that he could kill someone right now

Otogi who saw Atemu walking away, glared at Miho who was watching the whole scene smugly before following Atemu quickly

"Slowly! Where are you going?" Otogi asked following Atemu who was walking way too quickly for a normal person…He is furious

"To hell!" Atemu yelled not even glancing at Otogi who was walking beside him now, he wanted to get out of here, he wanted to kill Miho, he wanted to strangle Ryou, he wanted so many things and unfortunately (or fortunately for them) he couldn't do any of that

"Slowly! Walk like a normal person! I swear to God I will break your legs" Otogi threated loud and clear grabbing Atemu's arm who shook him off and continued walking to wherever his legs took him, Pff like a threat as simple as that is going to stop him

"Catch him! Take him to the room but don't do anything foolish" Otogi demanded angrily and The servants walking with him nodded and strode to Atemu grabbing his arms harshly

"Let go of me you assholes!" Atemu yelled angrily struggling but it was all in vain so he just gave up and let them lead him to the room

He didn't know how many minutes passed but when they finally reached to the room, they opened the door and immediately he found himself on the floor and he heard the door closing…They threw him! Those assholes! And they didn't even apologize!

Maybe he fell on the floor too hard that the thud was loud enough for anyone to hear or maybe Mana was a light sleeper or maybe she was waiting for him he didn't know, but after few seconds Mana was kneeling beside him checking if he was okay

"I am tired" Atemu said standing up and walking to his mattress on the floor, with Mana following him…Yes she was wearing her nightgown and yes boys were looking at her hungrily but she didn't care (even though those stares were making her shiver)…Her best friend needed her right now

Atemu who noticed his best friend tensing and shivering in fear shot all of them a glare before telling her to sit down –which she obeyed- and wrapped his blanket around her, it was tall enough to cover all of her body and she smiled gratefully

"Now what happened? Why did you come back?" Mana asked concerned about her best friend who was now sitting beside her, hugging his legs to his chest

"Why did you come back?" Atemu heard one of the guys say and he tensed slightly

"Who would take this lunatic? He probably could not make it to the King's door , When he saw his face, The King must have said 'Get this thing out of my sight'" another guy commented and they all began to laugh loudly , Atemu who had enough of them threw his pillows furiously at them which made them laugh even louder

"Atemu, calm down please" Mana said taking a hold of Atemu's hands which shook violently before hugging him and she felt Atemu relax in her arms

The guys began to throw their pillows at Atemu who jumped slightly when he felt something hit the back of his head…They are so dead! Was the last thought in his mind before He and Mana started to throw pillows at them as well


Meanwhile

While Atemu was sulking somewhere in the palace, Ryou who was now lying with Yugi in his bed was dancing happily from the inside

"I have yearned for you so much…I haven't seen you for such a long time and it was killing me inside" Ryou murmured softly looking at Yugi who was staring at him with unreadable expression on his face

"I am sorry, but you know what happened Ryou" Yugi said after few moments of silence , He couldn't focus, no matter what how much he tried to do so , he still couldn't…He always found himself thinking about Atemu and how he was supposed to spend the night with him not with Ryou (which made him feel guilty more than once) …He was with his first lover Ryou , his husband –or rather illegal husband for first Ryou was slave and he didn't set him free till now so they didn't get married legally yet- he was telling him how much he missed him and he was thinking about some guy he barely knew? And if you asked him what was wrong with him, he wouldn't have answered He himself didn't know

"It's okay…Now you are here with me" Ryou said before leaning forward kissing Yugi softly for few seconds and pulling back with a soft smile on his face

They locked eyes for 5 seconds at least before Ryou crashed his lips with Yugi and who kissed back with the same passion, and Yugi hoped he would at least focus on his lover right now

After few hours

Ryou was happily snuggling to his tri-colored hair lover with a silk coverlet covering their bodies, after their activities he had a content smile on his face, He had Yugi all to himself last night
They were snuggling quietly when Ryou broke the silence

"Toshio misses you, I tell him that you are working hard as you are the king of the world now " and they both chuckled " He does not listen " Ryou said pouting and Yugi laughed a little at his son stubbornness and Ryou's pout before kissing his forehead and getting up, grabbing his red cashmere robe (as he took a shower yesterday) and wore it,
'They look like Atemu's eyes' Yugi thought before he froze In his place

The hell did he think about Atemu again?! He shook his head rapidly before sighing and massaging his temples with his middle and ring finger Stop thinking! He kept repeating to himself but failed miserably

Ryou who sat up frowned at his lover's behavior before his eyes fell on the ring placed on Yugi's wooden study , He got up wearing his robe quickly before walking to the study grabbing the ring

He admired it happily, He recognized it as the ring Yugi was working at it before he had to go on a Military Campaign, He said that the ring was a gift for him…for Ryou and Ryou remembered smiling like a fool for 2 days straight when he heard that

, Yugi who noticed Ryou studying the ring went behind him and took the ring from his hands softly

"It is not finished yet" Yugi informed him and Ryou shook his head protesting "It looks ready…It's…. magnificent" Ryou who was at a loss of words stared at the ring in awe , It was a silver ring with a big red gemstone on the top and small pieces of diamonds were circling the red gemstone like a frame

"It's not ready, I am the King I know what I am saying" Yugi said with so little patience and he didn't know why, Ryou was complementing him why was he angry? And the ring was ready why did he refuse to give it to Ryou when he promised him that he would? Was it because it reminded him of…Atemu? Oh man, Now he was going nuts, he should stop thinking about the crimson-eyed guy and he should give Ryou the ring

Yes, this is the right thing to do

"I still have to work on it, it must be perfect and worthy of you" Fuck! Another lie! "Now go back to your chambers I still have some work to do" Yugi said sitting on his chair and reading some papers that was left on his study since the morning

What the hell is wrong with me?! ' Yugi scolded himself mentally ' Three lies?! I don't even have work, I already read those papers this morning!' It took all of his might not to slap himself in front of Ryou who frowned at him upon hearing those words

They didn't even spend the night together like they always do and he felt his heart clenching painfully before he grabbed his clothes and wore them quietly

"I am going back to my chambers, my majesty" Ryou mumbled quietly that Yugi barely heard him before nodding telling him he might take his leave

Ryou glanced one more time at Yugi before walking out of the chamber, each step hurting more than the previous one

Yugi who still had the papers in his hands threw them away angrily and clenched his eyes shut tiredly, he was feeling different emotions now, he was….

Guilty because he lied to Ryou three times in row

Confused because he didn't why was he even thinking about Atemu every fucking single moment

But mostly of all….Angry and Disappointed

Why the hell was Ryou here when he asked for Atemu? Why didn't Mariku inform him of this? Why does he feel like Ryou did that on purpose because he knew about Atemu?

Yugi groaned burying his face in his hands ….Good now he was like those freaky obsessed people who never stopped thinking about someone they saw or knew…Great just great!


Mariku was sleeping peacefully when he felt someone shaking him and reflexively he woke up quickly grabbing the knife under his pillow while grabbing the clothes of whoever shook him

When he looked closely, he knew it was just one of the guards in the palace and sighed in relief

"M..master, King Yugi called for you" The guard shivered in fear while Mariku looked at him puzzled , when the guard shook his head indicating he didn't know anything else Mariku got up to change his clothes quickly to go to his best friend

However when he was on his way to him, he saw Ryou walking towards him, Ryou merely bowed without even stopping to say any other word or waiting for Mariku to bow as well and strode off and Mariku groaned mentally knowing what happened

Yup, he is screwed

And when he walked in and saw Yugi pacing angrily in his chamber, the thought of going back to his room and sleep like no one told him anything was more appealing than ever

"Yugi?" Mariku called and Yugi turned around instantly facing him

"You are my chamberlain right? Did I not entrust you with my whole person, my very life " Yugi began stepping closer to Mariku with every step he is taking who tried to look as innocent as he could

"Did I do something wrong?" Mariku asked acting completely oblivious and mentally applauded for himself for being a good actor

"Did I not confided to you one of the four main seals of the palace?" Yugi exclaimed while pointing at Mariku who nodded frowning "Then why don't you use your power? How can someone get into this chamber without my or your knowledge ?" Yugi growled angrily and Mariku took a step back

"Lord, Tonight Atemu was supposed to be with you and…" Mariku began to defend himself but he was cut off by Yugi yelling at him "But he wasn't here Mariku!"

Yugi took deep breaths trying to calm himself, he had anger issues he knew he had but that doesn't mean he should be taking his anger on Mariku, he was his best friend "I am sorry" Yugi mumbled softly placing the palm of his right hand on his forehead

"Don't even worry about it Yugi, I know you are angry" Mariku reassured him

"It's just I turned around and saw Ryou….Mariku I expect no surprises in my chamber! No one commands me, It must not happen again" Yugi assured and Mariku nodded "It will not happen again, don't worry " Mariku promised and Yugi nodded telling him he could go now which Mariku did after bowing


Next morning

The Queen was sitting on her chamber with Ryou sitting near her on a large cushion on the floor grinning like a fool and The Queen grinned as well

"Ryou these eyes are shinning like they used to do" The Queen remarked and Ryou giggled shyly "Thanks to you, You have instructed me " Ryou said grinning and The Queen took a hold of his hands leaning closer to him

"I do not wish to see you always tired and sad Ryou" The Queen warned and Ryou nodded blushing a little at The Queen – who is like a mother to him-

The Queen is right, he shouldn't worry about Yugi loving him….right?


Yugi was sitting in front of his study going through some letters from the Neighbourhood countries when Mariku walked in bowing respectfully

"The Grand Vizier prays urgently to be received my majesty" Mariku informed Yugi who sat quietly for few seconds before telling him to let him in

The Grand Vizier walked in and bowed respectfully before Yugi spoke "What happened in the early morning, vizier?"

"There is bad news my majesty….some people in the villages around us have risen in revolt against us my majesty" The Grand vizier said and Yugi nodded in Knowledge

"Those who rebel will be dealt the fair and deserved punishment , summon an emergency council meeting Grand Vizier " Yugi instructed and The vizier nodded before walking out of the room with Mariku following him


The slaves were sleeping peacefully guys and girls , with Mana sleeping in Atemu's mattress and Atemu hugging his knees to his chest tightening his grip on the purple handkerchief the King gave him

Bakura walked into the room and his eyes were wide open in horror…pillows were everywhere along with a lot of feather….feather which is supposed to be inside of the pillow!

Bakura growled before hissing angrily "Shame on you" Bakura –along with the other servants and maids- grabbed the coverlets covering the sleeping figures

"Stand up! What have you all done? Are you dogs or cats? Immediately clean this mess! Now" Bakura yelled angrily which made everyone stand up in instant upon hearing Bakura's yelling and Atemu rolled his eyes hiding his handkerchief and ignoring whatever Bakura was saying

Bakura who noticed Atemu still sitting on his mattress walked towards him "You did this,didn't you? Stand up!" Bakura accused angrily, Atemu jumped slightly before standing up locking eyes with Bakura

"No, it was not me" Atemu began before turning to the guys standing beside him "He, He and He, they did that" Atemu said pointing at every guy his eyes fell on

"He's lying, He started it!" A guy defended himself and Atemu rolled his eyes

Mana who was standing next to Atemu, stepped closer to him grabbing his right arm trying to comfort him

"Shut up! Clean this up! This floor better be so clean you can lick honey off it" Bakura commanded stepping closer to Atemu "If I see even just one feather, I'll lock you all in the dungeons " Bakura warned everyone –especially Atemu- "There you will keep company with snakes and rats…Listen to me, do as I say and you will eat dinner tonight…maybe" Bakura added locking eyes with every single guy of them along with Mana

"Did you learn this? Or Should I repeat myself again…Atemu?" Bakura hissed and Atemu fought the urge to jump on him right in this moment to strangle him "Okay" Atemu breathed out and Bakura nodded once

"Come on everyone, search for buckets,water and towels, clean this now!" Bakura yelled and with one last glare Atemu followed the other guys to bring the things needed for cleaning

Atemu tied his hair in a high ponytail which made him look somehow feminine so it doesn't bother him or make him sweat so much before grabbing the bucket filled with water and the towel

He was about to reach to the room when two guards stood at the entrance of the hallway leading to the slave's room, the council chamber and the stairs to The Queen's chamber in the second floor "His majesty King Yugi is coming stop" One of the guards said and Atemu stopped immediately along with Mana and two guys and bend his knees while lowering his head (bowing) to the King

As soon as Yugi stepped in to the hallway, his eyes fell on Atemu, he looked at him, observed him, admired him while walking , Atemu didn't meet his eyes nor called him like the first time and he had to admit he was slightly…disappointed?

That very thought made him stop in his tracks suddenly and the urge he fought to not turn back and look at Atemu again was gone
He stood there, gazing at Atemu for a whole minute before shaking his head and walking towards the stairs


The Queen who was talking with Ishizu after Ryou left, turning around at once when she heard someone stepping in without knocking, She stood up grinning when she recognized the visitor as her son

"My son,I waited for you constantly looking at the door" She said hugging her son who hugged her back

"I will speak to you alone mother " Yugi whispered softly before pulling back , giving a side glance at Ishizu , The Queen who looked puzzled told Ishizu to leave in which she obeyed and they were left alone

"You are my mother,the one and only" Yugi began smiling softly but it fell down as fast as it happened and he scowled "But in my life, I make my own decisions, Do not meddle! I will not allow it " Yugi finished angrily and his mother frowned

"Why are you angry? What have I got to do with it?" His mother asked confused "Do I not constantly pray for your health and your victory?" The Queen pointed out trying to change the subject and Yugi wouldn't have any of it….not now

He loved his mother, more than anyone but that doesn't mean that she can treat him like a baby or trick him by changing the subject, She needs to stop controlling him all the time before he loses his mind

"You know exactly well what I am talking about mother" Yugi hissed before approaching his mother slowly until he was few inches away from her "Anyone who dares to command me, will discover my answer" Yugi warned quietly before stepping back and without a second thought he walked towards the door and walked out of the room

The Queen cursed under her breath before taking a deep breath, before telling Ishizu who walked into the room minutes ago to call for Ryou


Ryou was in his chamber helping his son to dress up so he could go to his lessons

"Why lesson, papa? I will not go. I want to play!" Toshio whined and Ryou chuckled at him "You are going to your lesson, Quiet now" Ryou said trying to be serious when he saw his son pouting

"I will not go! I will go to my father" Toshio said before running out of the room and Ryou ran after him shouting "Toshio! Stop"

He was about to continue going after him when Ishizu appeared in front of him bowing "The Queen asked for you" Ishizu informed Ryou whose face fell as soon as he heard her

"W..why?" Ryou stuttered and Ishizu shook her head as if to say she doesn't know

"But Toshio…" Ryou trailed off but Ishizu reassured him that she will take care of him, Ryou nodded before taking his way towards The Queen's chamber


Yugi was sitting in the council chamber with his ministers standing in the right side of the chamber and Mariku holding some reports in his hands

"Viziers, this report, we have prepared more of my decisions" Yugi informed them while turning to Mariku signaling him to give them a copy of the report which he did before he stood at the end of the room " Please explain Mariku" Yugi said looking at Mariku smiling and the Viziers turned around to face Mariku shocked

Him?! Why is he even here?!

"Those who are rebelling against us in the neighborhood villages…" Mariku started but was cut off by one of the viziers whispering something along the lines of 'Do we handle affairs of government with servants' and Mariku jerked his head up glaring at them and Yugi noticed before Mariku continued "These traitors went behind the King's back and made secret treaties along with other opponents , negotiated with them and received assistance in gold and weapons, They collaborated with our enemies " Mariku finished and The Grand vizier turned to Yugi

"My majesty you are right " The Grand Vizier agreed and Yugi nodded "They didn't recognize my authority and will be appropriately punished " Yugi confirmed

He was about to continue his talking when he heard his son's voice talking to the guards "I order you to let me go..I want to see my father" Toshio exclaimed and Yugi locked eyes with Mariku who nodded at him meaning he will take care of it before he went out to see the young prince

Mariku walked towards Toshio as soon as he saw him and kneeled I front of him "Prince Toshio, what's wrong?"

"Mariku take me to my father ,I do not want to go to my lessons"Toshio answered frowning and Mariku took one of his hands

"Your father is at an important meeting , we can see him now" Toshio grinned "We can only see him through the window come on now" Toshio frowned again before sighing and nodded at Mariku

Mariku stood up, walking towards the window along with Toshio who grinned as soon as he saw his father inside , Maybe he can't talk to him now but at least he saw him (because according to Mariku and His Papa that his father was busy) and that was enough for him


"I didn't do anything , my Queen" Ryou confirmed "Plus you gave me the permission to go to the bedchamber " Ryou wept quickly and The Queen shook her head glaring at him

"And yet what did you say that made his eyes blaze in anger?" The Queen hissed

"I said nothing I swear , I only told him that Toshio missed him a lot" Ryou exclaimed and The Queen looked at him shocked "He now works a lot, it is not like it used to be" Ryou clarified and The Queen nodded "Of course nothing will ever be like it used to, He is a King now, you need to forget about your past life with him before he became a king now" The Queen stated

"Here you have many rivals, Guys and Girls, You have to be smart" The Queen advised Ryou who looked down at his feet sighing


Bakura was marching in the slave's room observing them as they worked and when he finally spotted Atemu he stopped walking and looked at him

"Atemu, I am talking to you, Clean this here, can you?" Bakura smirked when he saw Atemu tense clenching his fists angrily before walking away pleased with himself to see the rest of the working guys

"I will so have my revenge from them all even the King" Atemu hissed remembering last night which made his blood boil even more, his best friend who was cleaning with him looked up at him and shushed him

"Atemu!" Mana scolded "Do not be angry with the King" and Atemu scoffed "Whatever…" he said before he continued to clean the floor not noticing his best friend's worried gaze


"Mahado, take the army and immediately go on the road " Yugi ordered and Mahado nodded smiling softly "Secure support, Karim bring enough prepaid infantry " Yugi said looking at Karim who nodded as well

"My Majesty we will now go to begin the preparations " Mahado confirmed and Yugi smiled at him, Mahado has always been his favorite

"My Majesty we have another problem…"Karim trailed off and Yugi nodded at him to continue "We have a problem with the Hungarian King, for months he has not paid taxes ,If you would allow, I would…" Yugi interrupted him in the middle of speech smiling "Vizier…You would not want to fight with Hungary, To declare war" Yugi smirked

"My Majesty, before that shouldn't you send delegates?Order the payment of gold, For our continued good relations" Shadi suggested and Yugi raised an eyebrow amused "In other words, First you want diplomacy?" The tri-colored hair king asked and Shadi nodded smiling "In Rome they were doing so, First diplomacy. First conversation, Politely talk and then afterwards destroy them by sword " Yugi instructed while locking eyes with Karim who looked displeased

"I will send a letter by the delegate my majesty" The Grand Vizier bowed and Yugi nodded in approval


Pegasus was sitting in his usual spot with two of his greatest viziers sitting in front of him , When one of them broke the silence

"Some villages are uprising against King Yugi , they declared independence " One of the Viziers said and Pegasus's eyes lit up

"Wonderful news! The King will be too busy with the uprising , The will not have time to look at us and daydream about our kingdom , Giving all that rebellion their attention " Pegasus grinned at the two viziers who looked unconvinced but didn't dare to say anything


Mariku was sitting with Toshio in the lessons chamber after doing his best to convince the young boy to go to his lessons

"Listen to your teacher's lessons Toshio " Mariku ordered and Toshio nodded frowning "Teacher, make sure he learns his lessons , Our prince must be well educated " Mariku said turning to the teacher who nodded at him

"I will learn Mariku ! Let's go to the garden to play " Toshio whined and Mariku chuckled "We will play but first your lesson!" Toshio huffed before whining "I will be a King why will I read or write?"

"That's why…so you can know more than anyone else" Mariku said ruffling Toshio's hair playfully and right in this moment they saw Yugi entering the chamber smiling with two guards behind him and Toshio ran to him

"Father! Save me " Yugi caught his son, carrying him and kissing his cheek "What is it sweetheart? Ready for your lesson?" Yugi asked grinning " ''I'll already be a king, why do I need learning?'' He says" Mariku answered

"Toshio, maybe you won't be a king and maybe you will, who can tell? You just learn " Yugi chuckled at his son who is pouting "I don't care I will be a King, I will" Toshio said firmly

"Really ?" The king asked amused and Toshio nodded before bursting into giggles and laughter as his father was tickling him "Now will you listen and learn or should I punish you again? " The King asked grinning and Toshio yelped before nodding "I will learn!" Toshio said before Yugi laughed kissing his cheek again

After Toshio's lesson which Yugi and Mariku attended as well because they had nothing else to do, Toshio took his wooden (safe) sword which he played with all the time and began to play with one of the Guards

"I will kill you!" Toshio said placing the tip of the sword on the guards stomach who pretended to die "You are dead now" Toshio raised his sword in victory and Yugi along with Mariku and the guards laughed at him

"Toshio, enough, you killed my guard..who will keep my security now?" Yugi teased and Toshio smiled proudly before saying "Me" and went to play with the other guard

"He is good at holding a sword " Mariku remarked and Yugi nodded "You taught him, the first time was with you when he took the sword in his hands " Yugi said placing a hand on Mariku's shoulder " Now send Toshio to his mother, I'll have some rest " Yugi said and took a step forward before Mariku stopped him

"Yugi, with your leave…I'll let Otogi prepare a guy for you tonight " Mariku said smiling slightly before it turned to a small grin as he saw his best friend's eyes lit up
Yugi smiled knowing what his best friend meant when he said 'a guy' instead of 'someone' or 'a guy or a girl' for him

"That would be nice" Yugi agreed before he walked away with Mariku feeling pleased that he made him happier


Atemu was on his hands and knees cleaning the floor with the towel furiously with Mana next to him , He cursed every now and then every individual in the palace not caring who heard him

Why was he letting them order him around like that again? Right, Because Bakura told him to behave to be worthy of our majesty… Fuck them all

Atemu threw the towel away angrily, and sat on his mattress crossing his arms and his eyes were blazing with fire and anger

"I am done" He hissed harshly which made Mana look at him before throwing her towel away as well sitting next to Atemu copying her best friend's actions "And I am too" She said firmly not caring if she will be punished for ignoring her work, Her best friend was far more important to her


"The guy is crazy !" Otogi exclaimed to Ishizu who was standing with him in the hallway confused , all she did was ask him what happened with Atemu yesterday when he went back and Otogi turned pale "He turned into a monster while returning from the Golden Road , Only God Knows what he is thinking about now or what he is planning he was furious!" Otogi explained little worried and afraid and Ishizu sighed

"God Forbid! What can you do? Prince Ryou was there" Ishizu tried to reassure him while he just shook his head about to say something when one of the servants came to him

"Otogi, Master Mariku is asking for you" The servant said to Otogi who looked like he was about to cry

"This is what I was afraid of! Now I will lose it" Otogi exclaimed once again looking at Ishizu who rolled her eyes at his overreacting "You are finished Otogi, You have reached the end" Otogi raised his voice a little talking to himself while following the servant praying he will make it out alive from there

Ishizu who shook her had called Bakura who has just entered the hallway with two slaves behind him –one male and the other is female- carrying some pillows with them

"Bakura, Is the work finished ?" Ishizu asked Bakura who walked towards her after signaling for the two slaves to go before him

"The feather is almost cleared Ishizu" Bakura started "But somehow the feather blew flying again"Bakura sighed and Ishizu nodded

"Is their sentence over yet? Will you give them dinner?" Ishizu asked curiously and Bakura smirked shaking his head

"I will not, they will go to bed hungry " Bakura nodded reassuring her and Ishizu nodded In approval once again before they were cut off by Otogi came running to them

"His majesty wants Atemu again" Otogi said placing a hand on his cheeks worried and Ishizu turned back to Bakura

"Bakura, you take care of this ,don't let anything be amiss" Ishizu ordered and Bakura nodded softly smirking to himself

So the king wants Atemu again ha?' was the last though on his mind before he strode off to find Atemu


"He deliberately came I know" Atemu said referring to Ryou before uncrossing his arms turning to Mana "He saw me, scared I would snatch his man from him" Atemu raised an eyebrow amused before continuing "Yes! I'll steal him" He said determined more to himself than to Mana who looked at him in disapproval

"Do not lose it, Atemu " Mana warned "He is the king's husband, and he gave a birth to the heir to the throne " Mana scolded and Atemu rolled his eyes at his best friend "And I will too, the problem?" He asked raising his eyebrow before they were cut off by Bakura approaching them and ordering them to stand up which he did

"Isn't it clean enough or what?" Atemu asked not fearing that he might be punished for getting caught slacking, Bakura who ignored what he just said smiled

"Go to the bath, wash yourself and get cleaned" Bakura started and Atemu looked at him confused along with Mana and everyone else who stopped what they were doing to see what is going on "You will go to the King tonight" Bakura explained to the confused Atemu whose eyes were wide in instant as soon as these words left Bakura's mouth then he grinned like a fool which made Bakura smirk before he walked away

Atemu turned around to look at his best friend who grinned at him and have him a thumb up, while the others…let's just say they were all furious and displeased when Atemu looked at them with a smirk and a raised eyebrow before sitting back on his mattress again


Later that night

Atemu was in the bath-with a towel around his waist- along with other slaves as well who send him glares every now and then when they watched two servants helping him to get cleaned up for tonight

"Do not have a bath in vain, you will be back again" He heard someone chuckling "Are you going to watch the King while Prince Ryou is there ?"

He heard laughter all around him but he ignored them all, He was too happy to be upset with them right now, he knew they were just jealous of him so he hummed happily to himself not paying attention to them anymore while cleaning himself

After Atemu finished his bath, Mana insisted-again- that she would help him get ready even though he told her that she didn't have to but she refused so he let her have her way

Bakura who was pacing back and forth was observing Atemu from head to toe , Atemu wore a black tight leather pants which hugged his hips , a black sleeveless top along with a black half-boot and last but not least two leather arm bands resting on his upper arm

Bakura approached Atemu slowly "Tonight be nice and respectful " Bakura warned knowing that Atemu might go crazy sometimes "Many would love to be in your shoes , think it will be only one night, Don't expect more , If his majesty is please you will be loaded with gifts " Atemu nodded already knowing what he will do to please his majesty

"And there is something else…" Bakura trailed off and saw Atemu's face fall a little "Prince Ryou is the King's only husband " or illegal husband but whatever Bakura didn't care right now " He spends every Thursday with him "

"Why is that?" Atemu asked confused and Bakura raised a shoulder shrugging "A habit….A habit which no one till this day could break it…His Majesty always spends it with Prince Ryou even when The king was a prince himself " Bakura said smiling a little at Atemu's thoughtful expression

"What day is today?" Atemu asked narrowing his eyes and Bakura chuckled "Wednesday "

Atemu nodded, his eyes glinting a little when a thought came to his mind


Meanwhile, The Queen , Malik, Rishid, Ryou,Miho,Ishizu along with other people were in the Queen's chamber having a small party for fun with Toshio playing around a little as well

Some people were dancing to the music, others were chatting and gossiping and others drinking and eating the best foods and drinks they have ever tasted

Miho who was sitting next to Ryou leaned closer to him which made him look at her confused before she asked " Is Rishid part of the dynasty ?" Ryou looked beside at him at Malik and Rishid who were sitting chatting together happily while swaying to the music a little and Ryou shook his head

"Rishid was just a slave in the palace, but Prince Malik took a liking to him immediately when he saw him, so he became a servant to Prince Malik but as time passed they grew to become best friends , whenever you see Malik there is Rishid and whenever you see Rishid you see Malik " Ryou spoke quietly while shrugging " and my majesty took a liking to him as well as the Queen who consider him as her son "

"Rishid" The Queen called softly "Come here please" Rishid nodded before standing up and went to sit next to the Queen "Here I am my Queen" Rishid said and the Queen smiled at him

"Tell them to play my song please can you?" The Queen asked softly and Rishid nodded before walking to the musicians telling them to play the Queen's favorite music

Rishid sat back next to Malik who whispered something in his ear which made them both laugh

"How lucky you are my Queen" Ishizu noted "surrounded by this family " The Queen smiled at Ishizu who smiled back at her

"Only my son is missing…Hey Ishizu why don't you go and tell him to come and join us?" The Queen suggested and Ishizu frowned a little

"Actually….tonight he asked for Atemu so he is busy my Queen" Ryou's eyes went wide in instant and he looked at the Queen whose smile fell when she saw the broken and hurt look on Ryou's face

She wanted to comfort him, but there is nothing she can do…she already told him that nothing would be the same again and that he has to accept it , only she can do now is hope that Ryou won't do something stupid


Atemu was walking in the Golden Road –for the second time- praying that he won't go back again and that he won't see Prince Ryou or the annoying woman called Miho tonight because he won't be able to bear it

Otogi was walking next to him on his right side placing a hand on his cheek and mouth worriedly every once a while which earned him few glares from Bakura –who was walking on the left side of Atemu-

"Listen! When you greet the King , you must kiss his garment's hem " Otogi instructed and Atemu nodded at him nervously waiting for him to continue "God Forbid,do not look into his eyes , no loud talking, no laughing loudly as well and…."

"I know! Can you stop!" Atemu snapped cutting Otogi off , he didn't need to be more nervous right now….wait!why was he nervous again?!

Bakura who noticed Atemu tense placed a hand on Atemu's shoulder trying to calm him "Do not be scared "Atemu nodded taking a deep breath to calm down


Yugi was pacing back and forth in his chamber nervously as well, He couldn't rest nor stop thinking about Atemu all day right to this moment , No matter what he did or tried his thoughts always drifted to the tan-skinned guy

Even when Mariku came earlier to check over everything and lit some candles and of course teased Yugi who paid him no attention at all which earned him few glares from Yugi every now and then

When Mariku left , Yugi tried to calm himself down a little by taking deep breaths to calm himself down so now he was pacing in the chamber till he got tired so he stopped and went to stand in his usual place with his back facing the door waiting

And Fortunately he didn't have to wait for long because after one minute –or should he say 54 seconds- Yes he counted the seconds…Judge him!, he heard the door opening and someone walking in before the door closed again

He closed his eyes praying that this time he would turn around and see Atemu not Ryou before he turned around opening his eyes

There was Atemu standing bending his knees and lowering his head bowing respectfully and Yugi made a mental happy dance when his prayers were answered

Atemu then walked towards Yugi –after he straightened up- still not daring to meet the King's eyes , he kept walking until he stood in front of Yugi then he kneeled taking the garment's hem, kissing it

Yugi took Atemu's chin in his hand motioning for him to stand up which Atemu did after struggling to stop the shiver that came upon Yugi's touch, The tan-skinned guy blinked twice before his gaze met the fair-skinned guy's gaze and his breath hitched when Yugi flashed him a smile

What was happening to him? Why are his knees getting weaker every second? Why can't he look away? He didn't know, he only knew one thing… This is not what is supposed to happen! His breath became more ragged when Yugi caressed his cheek and stepped closer to him and that's when he lost it …
He didn't know if he pretended to faint like he planned to see Yugi's reaction or if he fainted for real this time, all he knew before his eyes closed is that when his knees gave out ,Yugi caught him quickly before he hit the ground

"Atemu!" Yugi called shaking Atemu slightly but he received no answer so he tried again before he decided to carry him a bridal style , walking towards the bed sitting carefully while laying Atemu down gently

"Atemu open your eyes " Yugi tried more softly this time caressing his cheek , watching Atemu carefully for few seconds before Atemu's eyes fluttered open locking his eyes with the King who sighed in relief

"Yugi…" Atemu called softly and Yugi swore he forgot how to breathe for a whole ten seconds before he composed himself and his breath became regular again

"I will go call a doctor " Yugi informed and was about to stand up but Atemu held him in place "Do not go!" Atemu said quickly and Yugi obeyed without thinking twice

"Do not leave …Sorry I was over excited and I have waited a lot for this" Atemu smiled softly and Yugi returned the smile before hovering over Atemu cupping his cheeks between his hands, Yugi leaned down slowly brushing their noses together

The warmth that is spreading through their bodies, their hot breaths that mingled together, and Yugi couldn't handle the mere inch between them at all so he did the only thing he could, He pressed his lips against Atemu's
The kiss was slow yet passionate that took both of their breaths away , Atemu's lips were soft against Yugi's ,they fit perfectly together

The kiss grew more wild and intense as Yugi's hands travelled down to Atemu's hips, This simple act made Atemu moan softly wrapping his legs around Yugi's waist bringing Yugi closer to him King or not he didn't care right now, and Yugi didn't complain either –nor will he complain ever- even when Atemu circled his arms around Yugi's neck making their kiss even more deeper

Right now, for the first time for a long time, nothing mattered to them


Ryou was laying on his bed with Toshio in his embrace sleeping peacefully unlike Ryou who was wide awake trying to stop the tears threatening to fall from his eyes

Yugi, his Yugi, was with another man , and no not any man, it had to be the new Egyptian slave that he did his best to stop him from going the other night

Meanwhile Mariku was standing in the porch of his chamber playing the violin with Malik standing in the porch of his mother's –the Queen- chamber admiring him , He had fallen in love for Mariku for a long time that he can't remember when it happened , all he knows that someday he locked eyes with Mariku and he realized that he had fallen in love

While Yugi was laying In his bed panting with Atemu next to him and a coverlet covering their lower body, When Yugi regained his breath again he titled his head to the side to look at Atemu who was looking backing at him with a content smile on his face

"Atemu" Yugi called softly which made Atemu move closer to him giving him a chaste kiss " I am yours my King" Atemu said laying with his head placed on Yugi's chest listening to the sound of the violin

"The music…violin ,It's very nice " Atemu sighed relaxing a little and Yugi smiled "Mariku is playing , you are right it is very nice" and Atemu frowned a little, Mariku?

"Who is Mariku?" Atemu asked curiously


Rishid walked towards Malik who was still watching Mariku not paying attention to what is happening around him

"Prince Malik?" Rishid called placing a hand on Malik's shoulder who jumped blushing a little "Oh it is you, Rishid " Malik smiled " Listen, Mariku is playing " Malik said turning to look at Mariku again and Rishid did the same before he smiled looking at tan-skinned prince

"You are not listening ,you are looking my prince" Rishid teased and Malik laughed "I am listening! Is there anything more beautiful than music?" Malik smiled fondly while Rishid raised an eyebrow not believing him

"Don't you have anything to do Rishid?" Rishid shook his head smirking and Malik pretended to be annoyed "Off, Rishid you do not give me any peace " Both of them laughed before they went inside not before Malik stole another glance at Mariku


Yugi and Atemu were now sitting on a large cushion on the floor after they wore their sleepwear robes –that reached their knees – with Atemu eating some grapes and feeding Yugi some as well –after he insisted he wanted to do so, and Yugi couldn't say no to him even if he wanted to-

"Mariku was my companion in hunting, my first best friend" Yugi started smiling fondly "For seven years ,I tell him all my secrets , He has been beside me for everything even for Toshio's first steps " Yugi stopped when Atemu fed him another grape smiling

"And I want to be your everything as well, Friend, Lover, companion …" Atemu spoke taking a grape eating it and Yugi smirked amused "You are jealous of Mariku?" Yugi chuckled once and Atemu shrugged

"Yes I am " Atemu snatched a grape from the plate before standing up "If you want it come and get it" Atemu ran away laughing when he heard Yugi chasing after him laughing as well before he caught him turning Atemu around smirking

"I win" Yugi sang which made Atemu giggle throwing his arms around Yugi's shoulder "maybe" Atemu smirked before he ate the grape himself and saw Yugi's eyes widening "You cheated" Yugi whined and Atemu laughed at him

"It's not cheating it's a strategy " Atemu chuckled when he saw Yugi pout then stopped immediately when he saw Yugi turning serious

"Who are you Atemu?" Yugi asked seriously and watched Atemu frowning confused "I mean you are so dark and mysterious , I want to know you more " Yugi whispered brushing their noses together , Atemu let out a shaky breath before closing his eyes "You really want to know about me?" Yugi nodded " Then come" Atemu took Yugi's hand leading him to the bed which they both sat on gently

"Here it goes…." Atemu started after taking a deep breath to calm himself down


Atemu woke up the next day smiling when he realized that he slept the whole night in Yugi's warm embrace, he was slightly sore but it's not like he couldn't move , he moved to the edge of the bed carefully grabbing his sleepwear robe wearing it again
If you asked him why is it called sleepwear if he didn't sleep while wearing it nor Yugi did actually, he wouldn't know how to answer

Atemu sat observing the chamber smiling fondly when he remembered what happened last night, He told Yugi everything that happened since his family was killed till this day...well almost everything
He didn't tell him that he had a lover afraid of how he might react however he told him how he used to curse the King thinking he was heartless asshole –which they both laughed at- and how he was proven wrong and that Yugi was anything but a heartless asshole

And Yugi didn't pity him nor he said sorry, He hugged him tightly not saying a single word, This simple yet gentle gesture made Atemu break down into tears before Yugi wiped them away, pressing his lips tenderly to Atemu's

Atemu's eyes fell upon the silver ring Yugi was working on and he gasped a little as this was the most beautiful ring he had ever see, He stood up in order to walk towards the wooden study but stopped as soon as he heard Yugi calling his name which made him smile walking back to the bed

"Good Morning , My King" As soon as Atemu sat down, Yugi pulled him into a passionate kiss which Atemu gladly accepted " I can get used to waking up like that every morning " Atemu mumbled softly not realizing that he spoke his thoughts out loud and Yugi laughed at him while made Atemu pouted in confusion

"Now I am ashamed " Atemu pouted and Yugi shook his head fondly "Do you realize what you did?" Atemu shook his head frowning "You said and I quote ' I can get used to waking up like that every morning' " Atemu blushed realizing that he spoke his thoughts out loud before hiding his face in the coverlet and Yugi giggled

"I will be punished, won't I ?" Atemu whined childishly and Yugi laughed loudly pushing Atemu –who yelped – before hovering over him "Yes you will " Yugi laughed when Atemu squealed before bursting into laughter squirming in Yugi's hands as he tickled him mercilessly


Otogi was in the kitchen trying every type of food the cooks are doing for breakfast to King Yugi and Atemu also for The Queen along with Malik and Ryou

"Put this a lot, don't be frugal with fresh cream, nuts and honey " Otogi ordered still eating before gasping a little "Missing the poached egg! Where are they?" Otogi exclaimed

"They are on the fire, we put 20 eggs will it be enough?" Samejima asked as Otogi looked like he will strangle him "Will you feed a whole country?! Anyway just finish it already " Otogi said rubbing his temples not feeling like arguing

"Say Otogi,who is lucky one?" Samejima asked gulping when Otogi glared at him "What does that have to do with you?" Otogi smiled innocently "Mind your ow business , come on faster " Otogi yelled and Samejima nodded quickly before going back to work


After Mana woke up grinning and changed her clothes , she went to find Atemu but when she reached his mattress , she didn't find him and frowned confused

"Your Friend is not here yet! He didn't come back" One of the slaves said furiously and She grinned in realization "He is with the King " Mana smirked teasingly and the slave glared at her

"Go look for him, maybe he made some mischief and he is being punished now" Other guy said and Mana glared at him "God Forbid, don't say that just because you are jealous !" Mana exclaimed when Bakura walked to them silencing them all "Instead of moving your mouth, move to pick up these mattresses , You have classes "

"Will Atemu not come to class? " A girl asked angrily and Bakura rolled his eyes "Shut up! Worry about yourself instead of others will you?" Bakura ordered the girl who stomped at the ground angrily before walking away


Yugi and Atemu were having their breakfast while laughing every once in a while as Atemu and Yugi were telling each other funny stories about their childhood , and Mariku was passing by the King's chamber every now and then without going in, he didn't want to interrupt them specially that Yugi seemed really happy – judging from the sound of his laughter – and he felt proud with himself

While in other part of the palace The Queen was eating her breakfast along with Malik and Ryou-who didn't touch his plate since it was placed in front of him "Ryou" The Queen called softly and Ryou looked at her frowning

"Eat something, you neither eat nor speak" The Queen noted "Are you sick? Shall I call a doctor?" The concern in her voice made Ryou smile a little before it disappeared again

"Thank you, My Queen but…." Ryou trailed off wistfully "What can the doctor do?"

"Tonight is the evening of Thursday, which means you get to spend time with my son, Are you going to greet the King thus?" The Queen scolded "Pull yourself together Ryou" She instructed slowly and Ryou looked at her for few seconds quietly before nodding nonchalantly


"It has been so long since I laughed like this " Yugi smiled fondly , leaning in to kiss Atemu briefly before standing up to change his sleepwear robe

Atemu smiled to himself observing Yugi before he remembered the ring he saw earlier, therefore he stood up as well walking towards the study, taking the ring scanning it slightly
Yugi who saw Atemu in the mirror smiled before deciding to break the silence "Like it? I made it myself " Atemu looked up shocked before he nodded smiling

"It's….It's just wow " Atemu stared in awe before he looked at Yugi again "Who will wear it?" He asked curiously then pouted when Yugi shook his head smiling telling him it's a secret , so he placed the ring back on the study before marching to Yugi hugging him from behind and placed his chin on his shoulder

Yugi grinned before he took Atemu's hands guiding the tan-skinned guy to stand in front of him, so that Yugi was the one hugging him from behind before trailing butterfly kisses along his neck which made Atemu close his eyes in pleasure before opening them again to look at the King standing behind him

"Yugi" Atemu moaned softly and Yugi chuckled a little before his eyes met Atemu's in the mirror " Where did you come from? " Yugi whispered softly, He couldn't believe that someone like Atemu was real

Funny yet sad, smart yet clumsy, wild yet shy, so outgoing yet so mysterious, he was so normal yet so perfect, he never felt so comfortable and so relaxed like that even with Ryou , even though he spent one night with Atemu he felt like he has known him forever

Atemu smiled before turning around to face Yugi who looked at him like he was a masterpiece "I was brought by sea, I am yours …" Atemu trailed off taking a hold of one of Yugi's hands guiding it to his face " This face…" Atemu caresses his cheek with Yugi's hand "These lips…" Yugi's thumb brushed Atemu's lips gently before it finally travelled to Atemu's heart "This heart…all of me is yours" Atemu's voice was just above whisper and Yugi pressed his lips to Atemu's who deepened the kiss in instant

To hell with the whole one night rule, He couldn't get enough of Atemu and there is no way he will let him go now….yes tonight was supposed to be his and Ryou's night , Yet he didn't want Atemu to go so he won't go anywhere


Later that night

Ryou was getting ready to go to the King, He wouldn't let this Egyptian slave bother him, He is going to spend the night with The King and he will be happy and enjoy himself

He was checking himself in the mirror when Miho walked in looking worried but he didn't notice

"Miho, where have you gone? I have to prepare for tonight , did you forget?" Ryou scolded Miho angrily "I have to look nice so help me get ready" Ryou looked at Miho confused when she refused to meet his eyes since she walked in

"What is it? Speak" Ryou spoke raising his eyebrow while taking the bottle of Fragrance "Prince Ryou I heard…" Miho trailed off and Ryou rolled his eyes

"say what you have heard already, don't make me crazy over it" Ryou titled his head a little waiting for her to speak and Miho sighed "Atemu didn't leave the King's chamber , He is still there …." The bottle of Fragrance fell from Ryou's hands as he stared at Miho trying to stop the tears threatening to fall

"Go" Ryou hissed "Leave me alone!" Ryou raised his voice at the two servants who was helping him to get ready and they nodded quickly before they strode off

Ryou walked towards his bed sitting as the tears ran down his face with Miho watching him regretfully


Atemu –who was standing near Yugi's bed with his back facing it after he wore the same clothes he was wearing yesterday- laughing loudly along with Yugi – who was sitting on a chair opposite to Atemu but far from him- Atemu was imitating the people in the Palace in a mocking way

"and who is this?" Atemu raised an eyebrow unamused and extended his hands a little as if he was holding a stick –which he didn't know why she had to use it as she was still young but maybe it has something to do with her place In the palace – Yugi thought for a moment before grinning and answering "Ishizu!" and Atemu nodded laughing loudly

"Who is this? Dance Dance Dance " Atemu said swaying his arms back and forth and Yugi looked confused "Who is this?" Atemu thought for a second before an idea got on his mind, Atemu placed his hand on his mouth then his cheek worriedly looking everywhere around him "Otogi" Yugi exclaimed laughing before telling Atemu to do it again

"Dance Dance Dance " He said swaying his arms again and Yugi threw his head back laughing loudly, he never felt this happy In his life for a long time


"How could he do this?" Ryou sobbed "I was his only love"

"Prince, do not please, you are destroying yourself, I wish my tongue was sliced before I told you anything "Miho scolded herself as Malik walked in shocked to see Ryou crying

"Ryou?" Malik called concerned before he walked towards Ryou sitting next to him " What is it? Why are you crying?"

"Can't you see what is happening Malik? All day I waited for our night but The King is not alone, He is with the Egyptian slave " Ryou exclaimed crying and Malik ran his hand on Ryou's back comforting him "He is a King now Ryou how can we discuss his decisions ?It is not appropriate plus you are his first husband Ryou, his first lover" Malik took Ryou's hands in his "Do not act like an insignificant slave " Ryou hugged Malik sobbing seeking comfort from anyone right now and Malik -gladly to Ryou- understood


"And this?" Atemu asked placing his hands behind his back rolling his eyes a little "Bakura!" Yugi answered but this time he didn't laugh no, he smiled fondly he observed Atemu -who laughed loudly- admiring him, Yugi stood up walking towards Atemu who stopped laughing immediately when he saw Yugi approaching him

Yugi stood in front of the crimson eyed guy before caressing his cheek mumbling "Ya-mi…."

"Ym-I ?" Atemu asked confused and Yugi shook his head "Ya-mi" Yugi whispered in Atemu's ear

"Ya-mi" Atemu repeated and Yugi smiled fondly "Why Yami?" Atemu asked curiously

"Because Yami means darkness , and Darkness as much as it stands for evil –which you are not don't worry- it stands for comfort and mystery ,as I told you earlier you are a mystery for me , I am trying so hard to get to you and every time I open some kind of door I always find other doors that I want to open , and I find comfort with you, It's like I have known you since forever I can do anything with you and it's crazy because I only spent two nights with you and I am feeling like this "Both Atemu and Yugi chuckled " I could go on and on about why I choose this name but I think this enough for no, so from now on your name is Yami " Atemu- whose name is now Yami- nodded enthusiastically before crashing his lips onto Yugi's who hummed happily

They both took few steps backwards until they fell on Yugi's bed still kissing , Yami felt Yugi' tongue tracing his bottom lip begging for an entrance and he granted happily , Their kiss was getting more aggressive every second , Yugi's hands were trailing up and down Yami's waist biting Yami's lower which made the tan-skinned guy moan, arching his back begging for more contact wrapping his arms around Yugi's shoulder

Yugi broke the kiss,so they could both breathe before trailing butterfly kisses on Yami's jaw till he reached his neck biting it, leaving a mark and Yami moaned loudly before titling his head to the side catching Yugi's lips with his

And they spent another night of pleasure and passion

They knew they shouldn't feel like that, that this is not supposed to happen, but they were falling for each other fast and they are not having regrets about anything


The next morning

The slaves were cleaning their room when Yami (Atemu) walked in grinning like a fool –and slightly limping from the wild night they had yesterday- and Mana squealed before she paced to him ignoring her work along with other girls and guys as well

"Atemu, What is it? How was it? Tell me…OMG you are limping" Mana spoke in eagerness and squealed which made Yami chuckle at her

"It has been now two days , How come the King kept you?", "What did he say? Tell", "Did you get a gift" "Come on Atemu, tell us" Yami heard all these questions smirking before he cut them off

"No more Atemu" And everyone shut up "From now on I will be called Yami" Miho was passing by their room stopped immediately hearing what Yami said

"Where did you get that?The Angels from heaven?" Someone asked sarcastically which earned him a glare from Mana and a smirk from Yami "King Yugi gave me my name last night , He said: 'Ya-mi' ,Atemu died and Yami is born " Yami declared smiling in victory whe he saw them sending death glares at him

Miho raised an eyebrow at what Yami is saying before she went to tell Prince Ryou what she heard

After Yami changed his clothes and took a shower which helped his sore back, Mana dragged him to his mattress sitting down waiting for him to tell her what happened "spill it" Mana demanded grinning and Yami raised an eyebrow smiling,not speaking a single word which made Mana groan in frustration

"Come on! Tell me" She whined "Stop acting too important " Yami laughed at his friend attempt to sound annoyed –which failed- before nodding "He was so intense, so attractive , so gentle…." Yami spoke before stopping when he saw his best friend grinning like a mad-man

Mana rolled her eyes when he stopped before scowling "You were gone for two nights and that's all you have got to say?" Yami grinned before sticking his tongue out teasing her a little and she hit the first thing her hand reached which happened to be his arm

"I told you, It won't be one night" Yami shrugged and Mana smirked "You are really something, you know that?" Yami nodded grinning "Thanks I try" Yami placed a hand on his heart acting touched and Mana punched him again "Be serious for a moment" She scolded laughing before looking at him worriedly

"You love me, right Yami?" She asked getting used to the new name and Yami titled his head confused "you will not forget me right?" Yami rolled his eyes at his best friend before smiling

Conversations and laughter died in the room when Ishizu , Otogi and Bakura walked in, towards Yami and Mana who stood up bowing before Otogi spoke "Collect your things , Atemu " Yami looked frightened for a moment were they sending him away?

"We will move you from here" Ishizu explained emotionlessly when she saw the frightened look on Yami " You will move to the favorite's courtyard , Atemu " Yami sighed in relief before smiling a little "My name is Yami, I am no longer Atemu"

Ishizu raised an eyebrow at him, Otogi was taken back for a moment and Bakura smiled in amusement when a slave broke the silence "The King gave him the name , The Egyptian slave guy called Yami " He spat venomously and Otogi shushed him

"If the King gave him the name, then from now on , we will call him Yami" Otogi started before narrowing his eyes dangerously "Plus Yami is no longer an Egyptian rebel, but The King's favorite " Otogi hissed and Yami smiled proudly before Otogi extended his hands which held a small wooden box and a small drawstring brown pouch –with a lot of golden coins inside of it- to Ishizu

"Yami" Ishizu called firmly and Yami looked up "The King sent you this " Ishizu took the small brown pouch giving it to Yami along the small wooden box

Due to Yami's eagerness to open the wooden box, the small pouch fell on the floor and some coins fell from it , Yami kneeled with Mana who was grinning happy for her best friend to collect the coins, and Yami smirked when he saw the shocked and jealous stares of the other slaves

"Kiss her hand and say thanks" Bakura ordered Yami as soon as he stood up "The King gave you gifts " Yami nodded before taking Ishizu's hand kissing it muttering a small 'thanks'

Yami opened the small wooden and his eyes widened for a moment while Mana gasped , inside was a golden spiral Egyptian cobra snake arm band, Yami took it out from the box observing it shocked

The Egyptian Cobra was a significant royal symbol, It was an image that evoked fear and promised protection in Egypt (1) and Yami was sure Yugi knew that, Yamo who is grinning like a fool now placed the arm band again in the box, promising himself that he would wear as soon as he can

Eve Ishizu, Bakura and Otogi's eyes widened, King Yugi brought this arm band when he was in Egypt few months ago, It was very special to him-they didn't know why and whenever his mother asked he would just shrug saying he just do- He didn't let anyone near it so to give it to Yami from all people was surely surprising


"Yami?" Ryou exclaimed in disbelief when he heard what Miho just told him "Yes, he said the king named him 'Atemu was dead, Yami is born' " Miho confirmed and Ryou growled

"Yami" Ryou hissed "Like a serpent , Yami….A snake "Ryou spat venomously , taking deep breaths to calm himself down

He spent two nights with Yugi, and now he wants us to call him Yami? Yeah right, Ryou was so having his revenge soon


Bakura walked into the Favorite's chamber with Yami following him eagerly , As soon as Yami stepped in , he scanned the room quickly before giggling pacing to the small table in the middle of the chamber to place his gifts on it

He turned to Bakura grinning before running inside the room to grab some pillows throwing them up high laughing "Don't be so childish! Be polite, You came here that is a big success " Bakura informed chuckling at the childish guy in front of him "Now you are waiting for the right task, You have to stay here " Yami ignored him taking an apple from fruit basket placed on the table, and took a large bite from it

"You have rivals now "Bakura turned to look at the two other favorites –one of them is Mayako- "Do not fall prey to any traps, Be careful , Do not start arguing "Bakura advised Yami who was still ignoring him while jumping on the mattress giggling and Bakura huffed "To Whom do I speak? This is not a ballroom!"

"Then let's dance"Yami finally spoke still jumping which made him earn a glare from Bakura "Yami" He warned and Yami threw himself on the mattress pouting "Fine speak " And Bakura couldn't help but chuckle


" Come on Toshio Attack " Yugi shouted grinning at his son who was fighting and playing with one of the guards with his wooden sword

They were now in the Palace's Garden , having a small rest before continuing their tasks , Yugi and The Grand Vizier were watching when Mariku came with a middle-sized wooden box walking towards them –not before greeting Toshio- of course

" My Majesty, after your appearance on Friday , there has been a a lot of demands, do you wish to see them?" Mariku smiled when Yugi nodded at him "Sure " Mariku placed the box on the floor to open it "Let's see what are the desires of peoples, Choose a few and read them " Mariku nodded choosing a letter before unfolding it reading

"My Majesty, We trade silk , but the taxes have tied our hands ,It is understood that paying taxes for our King is our duty but venetian infidels pay very little for our cattle ,which they take and resale it with high prices , making a large profit , we trust in your fairness Our King" Mariku finished "It is from Takayama district My majesty"

"What do you think Grand Vizier?" Yugi started "Double the tax for the venetians and lower them for this district " Yugi ordered and The Grand Vizier nodded "I will convey your decision to the scribe " The Grand Vizier confirmed and Yugi turned to Mariku "What else, Mariku?"

"The army and military are asking for a great military campaign , They said we should strike first before our enemy takes action " Mariku informed the tri-colored ring who listened carefully "A great campaign requires a lot of preparation, The first goal is Rhodes " Yugi said giving his opinion to the matter "My Late Grandfather and my Late Father failed to capture Rhodes " Mariku smiled at his best friend determination before agreeing with him


The Queen was walking in her chamber waiting patiently for Ryou along with Malik- who was reading a book- and Rishid next to him

Ryou walked in after few minutes bowing and the Queen looked confused "Where is Toshio?" She exclaimed and Ryou looked at her with sorrow still covering his face since yesterday

"He went with Mariku this morning to join my majesty " Ryou answered and at the mention of Mariku, Malik looked up while Rishid smirked at him

"Smile Ryou, you have a beautiful son who will secure you and bring you happiness " The Queen said softly " I will not see a sad person in this Palace " The Queen turned to Malik –her younger son- smiling "Malik, darling "

Malik looked at his mother giving her all his attention before waiting for her to continue "Tonight we gather , I will make a lovely party with food and music , I will keep everyone in a good mood " The Queen exclaimed happily which made both Malik and Rishid smile before Malik stood up nodding "That would be very nice , I will find Ishizu " Malik told his mother grinning while Ryou's face didn't change

"And I would , - if you let me my Queen- go find Toshio " Ryou offered and The Queen nodded smiling "Wait I'll go with you" Malik said walking towards Ryou who smiled at him nodding

"I expect at the party , you will come smiling " The Queen raised an eyebrow at Ryou who nodded "I understand , with your permission " Ryou bowed with Malik before they both walked out of the room


Yugi and Mariku were still in the garden watching Toshio when Yugi settled to break the silence "You played very well in the Wednesday's night , I loved it " Mariku grinned at his best friend thanking him "And Yami also liked it, He asked me about you " Mariku frowned in confusion at the mention of Yami

"Yami?" He asked confused and Yugi looked at him "No more Atemu , I named him Yami" Yugi explained "Darkness which stands for mysterious and also comfort in literature and poems, Darkness stands for a lot of things in literature " Mariku smiled happily at the fond expression on his best friend's face "Very poetic, it's nice… the name you gave him my Majesty " Mariku complimented and Yugi looked at him

"For Yami, I can write poetry again Mariku, after I stopped for a long time" Yugi whispered softly and Mariku chuckled once "I am glad , Yugi…You have been down for a while now" Mariku noted and Yugi smiled at him "Not anymore "

They both turned around when they heard Toshio shout in victory "Pray for mercy, enemy! Or I will kill you" Toshio warned the soldier on the ground which made both Yugi and Mariku laugh

"Please Prince, don't kill me " The soldier 'begged' and Toshio turned to his father "Daddy! I defeated those soldiers " Toshio exclaimed happily "Now you have to defeat me " Yugi exclaimed grinning taking the wooden sword from the soldier on the ground playing with his son

While these two were playing ,Ryou and Malik arrived watching the scene –Ryou sadly and Malik happily- Malik stood next to Mariku and Ryou beside him

Malik took a deep breath trying to gather his courage before speaking "Has he tired you?" Malik prayed that the ground would swallow him right now for the high-pitched voice he spoke with now, Mariku turned to look at him smiling for few seconds before answering "No, not at all" Malik smiled back at Mariku- who swallowed hard- before continuing "Toshio is our happiness and our luck"

Yugi lifted Toshio from the ground carrying him, laughing "I beat you" Toshio said firmly and Yugi shook his head "No, I won take it " Yugi said walking towards Ryou who didn't even smile at him when Yugi stood in front of him

"Toshio, come on son, That's enough you will tire your father " Ryou said taking Toshio's hand not sparing Yugi a glance "Come on Toshio , you can play with the swords tomorrow" Toshio nodded ,walking away with Ryou whose eyes refused to meet Yugi's


Music was being played in the slaves' room - The Queen decided to make it there so everyone could have fun- and it's not like the slaves' room was bad in fact it was exactly the opposite

Yami's first thought when he was here that the slave's room would be a disgusting, old, dirty place but it wasn't, It was big like three chambers were combined together with silk curtains covering the windows , copper statues with different shapes and sizes , a big corridor separating the guys and girls and of course the stairs leading to the second floor-the favorite's courtyard- which was as nicely done

Yami stood in the favorite's courtyard observing everyone , when he heard Mana calling him "Yami, come, have some fun" Yami heard Mana –who was down enjoying the party – telling him, he smiled at her nodding but not moving from his place

the music stopped and Ishizu walked in along with Bakura
Behind them , The Queen walked in with her son who is younger than Yugi –whose name as he heard was Prince Malik- and his best friend –Rishid- , Prince Ryou and the annoying woman Miho, The slaves bowed before the music started again when they all sat down

Ryou was looking around when his eyes locked with Yami's who smirked at him a little before he broke their eye contact, his attention is back to the people dancing

"Why Atemu is standing so high as if he is above us?" Ryou hissed which made Miho look at him sighing "He has been elevated to a favorite." Miho whispered and Ryou looked up at Yami again scowling before an idea came to his mind and he smirked "Bring him to me" Ryou ordered Miho whose eyes widened

"But Prince, The Queen is here what if someth…"

"Save your breath, I said, go bring me that Egyptian slave" Miho nodded quickly before standing up to bring Yami who didn't fight nor complained , He followed Miho downstairs before he went to sit next to his best friend who greeted him happily

And there he was sitting with his best friend for a whole hour with Ryou glaring at his back the whole time , whenever he turned around he would see Ryou glaring at him –which started to creep him out, could people glare for that long without getting tired?- He turned around quickly when he heard his name or more specifically his old name being called and he saw Ryou smirking at him at least he is not glaring

"Atemu, I heard that you dance nice, Why don't you dance for us,Atemu?" Ryou smirked when he saw Yami glaring at him a little

The Queen looked at Ryou confused before she nodded to herself, She would love to see the man who spent two nights with her son

"Come on, Dance" The Queen said smiling which made Yami smile a little before he stood up walking towards them when everybody moved to give him some space and Mana looked slightly worried

The music started and Yami began to move along the Harmony , He danced like he danced to Yugi the first time, he didn't care if he was dancing to the Queen or to The Prince or anyone, He was going to have fun like he always does when he dances

Malik and Rishid were watching smiling amused , Yami could dance well , he was expressing his emotions very well, his moves were exactly like the harmony of the music, Slow when it the harmony is soft, fast when the harmony got a little faster ,being seductive when he needs to
'No wonder my brother like him' Malik noted mentally , It's not every day you see people with talents like this

The Queen was nodding amused as well, Of course her son would choose him, His moves could hypnotize anyone whether he danced seductively or not, His timing was great and his flexibility was amazing

While Ryou scowled , As much as he hated Yami, he couldn't say that he was dancing badly, no he was dancing like an expert and that made him hate Yami even much more "Excellent Atemu" Ryou spoke when he had enough of his dancing and Yami stopped immediately "You were sure very seductive at the party " Ryou noted referring to the party when Yami danced to the King and The Queen nodded in agreement

"Yami" The Queen's smile fell when she heard what Yami said , she raised an eyebrow confused and Ryou smirked "What did you say?" Ryou asked and Yami looked at him smirking even wider than Ryou

"My name is Yami, I am no longer Atemu, The King gave me this name" It took Ryou all his might not to jump on Yami and strangle him to death "Behave Yourself, Atemu" Ryou said smiling when he saw Yami getting even more annoyed

"You are the one who should behave " Yami spat and Ryou looked taken back a little while The Queen's eyes widened How dare he?

"Throw him in the dungeons! Remove him from my sight" The Queen ordered loudly which made Yami turn to look at her,his eyes widening before locking eyes with Ryou again who smirked at him

'He did it on purpose!' Yami thought as two guards approached him, grabbing his arm tightly while he tried to struggle to get free

"Release me! " Yami yelled as they dragged him out of the room ,when he was finally out of the room The Queen turned to look at Ryou who was grinning , The slaves were also happy finally getting rid of Yami while Mana –who stood up a while ago- was looking at the scene crying silently for her best friend

Yami was still struggling to get free from the guards' grip as they dragged him to somewhere underground which he guessed were the dungeons

"Let me go!" Yami ordered loudly but the guards were having none of it and kept dragging him "Shut up" One of them yelled tightening his grip on Yami's arm which made him sure that it will bruise later

"Let me go I say! Stop! "Yami kept struggling till one of them opened the dungeon "Get in there" He said throwing Yami harshly which made the Egyptian slave fall on the rough ground bruising his arms in process as he was now covered in dust, mud and dirty water

Otogi –who saw them earlier and followed them after he knew what happened- locked the cell with the keys glaring at Yami who didn't notice it because of the darkness in there as the only source of light was a candle in Otogi's hands and the small broken window where he could thunder accompanying the lightening , and unfortunately for him it was a new moon night which means as soon as the lightening is over he will be left in darkness

"I told you to behave but you are just too stubborn to listen "Otogi said before walking away which made Yami stand up in instant despite the pain in his body due to his collide with the ground

"Come back!" He yelled as loud as he could but there was no answer which meant he was alone now, and he didn't like it….at all!

He turned around observing his surrounding carefully, The dungeon wasn't small yet it wasn't that big, The ground was rough , it was full of mud and rubbish and he could hear drops of water falling to join the small pond of the dirty water on the ground , There were rusty iron chains connected to the wall and nothing else , The rest of the dungeon was empty and cold and lonely

His back rested on the wall before he slid down sitting down on the muddy floor hugging his legs to his chest breathing heavily, His name meant darkness yet he was afraid of the dark now how ironic

It's not like he hated darkness, in fact he loved it, but he hated loneliness in fact he despised it , He took a deep breath before letting it out slowly " I am not scared " He spoke softly to himself shivering from the coldness


Ryou was in his chamber grinning while brushing his hair when he broke the silence "It is a horrible place where they took the Egyptian slave " Miho who was preparing Ryou's bed before going to her room nodded "Yes, in the dungeons , the rats are as big as cats! The horror" She said chuckling

Ryou turned to her grinning even more getting happier every single second
"Now he can dance with the mice " Ryou laughed along with Miho who agreed before excusing herself to sleep , Ryou dismissed her and finally he could sleep contently tonight

While everyone was asleep soundly in their soft beds , Yami was in the dungeon trying his best to sleep but he couldn't , whenever he closed his eyes flashbacks from when he saw his parents dying in front of his eyes , The way they treated him since he was in the ship till this specific moment

He was happy the two nights he spent with Yugi, and now here he was shivering, afraid, dirty, hungry and thirsty since he didn't eat nor drink anything since the stupid party incident , they refused to give him anything , the only thing keeping his company is the drops of water hitting the ground

And he cried, he felt pity towards himself, the way he would jump on the smallest sound , he even swore that he saw mice playing with the garbage in the very far corner but he was too weak to move and too afraid to check, it could be his imagination as far as he knows

So he just sat there waiting for someone to free him


The next morning

Mariku was walking between the folks, shops ,markets, hawkers- in disguise- observing their condition quietly , seeing if they needed anything or if they are complaining about something , He stood in front one of the hawkers smiling softly greeting him and the hawker did the same

"Tell me, How's business ?" Mariku asked curiously and the hawker grinned "It is good, we are not hungry, Under King Yugi, soldiers are given wages….No more trade debt now we are good, Thank God" The hawker answered and Mariku smiled in response observing the surrounding before his eyes fell on someone sitting away from them looking at them then turning back to his sketch

"Hey, That one up there,who is he? What does he do?" Mariku asked raising an eyebrow and the Hawker followed his gaze before looking at Mariku again

"This one? He is a fight Master with swords, Valon , He is crazy, good mathematician ,likes watching people , He chronicles ,draws people and his mind is as sharp as a razor" The hawker answered before he remembered something else "Oh , He also writes down everything or draws it so it is not forgotten " He added before he called the artist's name to tell him to come and join them

"I am thirsty , If you prepare me a drink I will come down" valon yelled grinning and The hawker shook his head laughing "He never spends a coin " Mariku grinned before nodding "I'd like to speak with him, I'll buy" Mariku informed him and the hawker nodded before calling Valon again and he obeyed walking towards them

"Peace be upon you" Mariku greeted and Valon greeted back confused " Why do they call you a Master with swords ?" Mariku asked

"Because I never lost a game till this day" Valon answered grinning proudly and Mariku nodded amused before thr brown-haired male raised his eyebrows in surprise "Wait I know you! Wait I drew you see!" Valon said going through his sketch before Mariku stopped him

"Okay, fine I believe you" Mariku said shaking his head a little as if to tell him that he didn't want anyone to know him " How about you and me play?" Mariku suggested and Valon agreed "But when I win do not cry" He warned him and Mariku chuckled "Maybe it is me who will win" Mariku shrugged while Valon nodded at him accepting the challenge

Mariku and Valon went back to the palace walking through the garden to Yugi who was playing with Toshio laughing

"My majesty" They both bowed respectfully before Mariku spoke "My Majesty I would like to introduce you to Valon , A chronicler, good mathematician, artist and Master with swords " Yugi approached them smiling softly before turning to Valon "Is this true?"

"If it is a lie, I will double lie to you my majesty" the brown-haired male teased a little and Yugi chuckled "I want to see you fight "

"About that, He only fights for money" Mariku remembered what the artist told him in their way back here,Yugi hummed amused before nodding

"You will take the King's money, if you do, you can't tell anyone" Yugi agreed and Valon smiled at him "I would not say, My king"

"Good, Bring the swords for the fight " Yugi ordered a guard who went to bring them in instant before he came back giving the swords to the King who gave one for Valon "May the best man win" Yugi said extending his hand and Valon took it shaking it firmly before they started


Yami didn't move nor sleep the whole night , his body was trembling and shivering from exhaustion, He titled his head upwards when he heard footsteps approaching him and he saw Prince Ryou along Miho and two guards

"Stand up!" Ryou ordered harshly and Yami winced mentally at the tone before ignoring him , he has a headache already and it was killing him

"If you apologize, you can go out of here, Egyptian " Ryou smirked when he saw Yami stiffen but his smirk dropped suddenly when he heard Yami hissing "I will not apologize "

"No?" Yami snapped his head in the direction of Ryou , his eyes widening in anger "I will not apologize, I am not afraid, My name is Yami " Yami said through gritted teeth and saw Ryou glare at him angrily so he decided to continue "The King gave it to me on Thursday" Ryou scowled before he turned to the guards "Don't give him a drop of water! Let him drop dead" Ryou hissed before walking away with Miho and the guards leaving Yami alone again


When night came,
Yami was losing whatever little piece of energy he had , his clothes are now torn, there was some dry blood on his arms from the cuts he had when he fell on the ground, his left upper arm was little swollen from the tight grip of the guard and the way he dug his nails in it , his lips and throat were dry from the lack of water –he hasn't drunken for two nights in row- his eyes were half-lidded begging him to sleep but in the same time refusing to do it

"Where are you, Yugi?"Yami asked weakly, The hoarse of his voice was evident but the was the last of his worries "Where are you?"

Yugi who was sitting on his study reading some book -while Otogi lightened some candles in his room and checking if his king needed anything- looked up, He felt someone calling him…no, he felt Yami calling him like he was asking for help

Something inside him kept telling him that something was unusual , he tried to shrug it off but he couldn't , plus it's not like he doesn't want to spend time with Yami, in the contrary , he misses him

"Otogi" Yugi called smiling softly

"Yes,my majesty?"

"Prepare Yami and bring him here" Yugi said before he continued to read his book again and Otogi froze "Y…Yami?"

"Egyptian slave ,Atemu. His name is Yami" Yugi explained and Otogi was still frozen "Ya…"

"What's wrong with you, Otogi?" Yugi asked little annoyed with Otogi's behavior

"Y..Yami was tossed in the dungeon my majesty" Yugi's eyed widened , So something was really wrong "How tossed? Who gave the order? Why?" Yugi closed his book placing it on the study waiting for Otogi to talk

"The Q…" Otogi trailed off and Yugi was getting angrier every single second "Speak up" He yelled and Otogi jumped a little

"Her Majesty, The Queen" Otogi spoke quickly and Yugi looked taken back for a brief moment His mom? And why is he the last one to know? He didn't need answers now all he needed was to make sure Yami was okay "Go immediately and release him" Yugi ordered , when Otogi didn't move, Yugi lost it " GO! NOW! " Yugi yelled furiously standing up while his eyes widened even more in anger and Otogi nodded quickly "At your command,my majesty" He said before running out of the chamber

Where did he want to go? Where did he want to go? Yes the dungeons! Otogi ran quickly in the direction of the dungeons fearing that if he didn't hurry he might die

"God!" He yelled frightened when he bumped into Ishizu who looked at him confused "Otogi? Where are you going?" she asked Otogi who was panting and trembling in fear

"To release Yami, His majesty found out" Otogi answered and Ishizu frowned at him "What if the Queen finds out?"

"You listen to the Queen and I listen to his majesty, or He will cut my head off" He exclaimed before heading to the dungeons to free Yami


Otogi unlocked the gate of the dungeons before walking in ordering Yami –who was in the verge of losing conscious – to stand up, Two guards grabbed Yami's arm forcing him to stand up and he didn't fight he was too tired to do it he just ordered them to let him go softly

"Let go of me" He forced out and Otogi told him to shut up "His majesty released you! Stop being stubborn " And Yami stopped immediately trying to comprehend Otogi's word His majesty released him… He smiled softly before he passed out in one of the guards arms finally giving in to sleep with a smile on his face

Yugi released him…


"How could this happen Mariku? Why do you not know this?" Yugi asked Mariku –whom he called when Otogi ran out of the room- "My Majesty, I am forbidden to enter the slave's room, How could I know? " Mariku defended himself and mentally he was getting little annoyed with The Queen and Prince Ryou, How many times will they put him in this position?

"You must Know Mariku! You wear one of the seals, are you not chamberlain? You have to know when and where the birds fly away " Yugi stepped closer to Mariku who waited for him to speak again "If you do not know, it is your fault " Mariku nodded slowly in understanding praying that whatever The Queen and Prince Ryou were planning next won't get him scolded


"Take this off and wash Yami, Quickly!" Otogi ordered Mayako along Bakura who came when Otogi called for his help, They were now in the favorites' chamber helping the unconscious Egyptian slave laying on the mattress

"He looks terrible" Mayako noted as she scanned Yami's state while cleaning his wounds

"Less talking, more working Mayako" Bakura ordered while helping Mayako who rolled her eyes a little before continuing , as for Otogi he walked out of the room to let them do their work

"Yami, Open your eyes" Mayako spoke softly as Bakura was shaking him slightly "Yami, Get a grip, come on get up" Bakura ordered raising his voice a little , Yami stirred slightly before opening his eyes only a little, his body refused to do anything else in this state

Bakura and Mayako stood up bowing when Yugi walked in scanning the room for Yami and when his eyes fell on him, his heart sank , The wounds on his body , He looked so weak unlike his usual energetic self "Yami?" He called softly

"Hm?" Yami swore that the voice was familiar but he couldn't place who and where did he hear it, he was still slightly dizzy , Yugi marched to Yami before sitting next to him grabbing his hand gently "Yami" He called once more and it took Yami several seconds to realize it was The King holding his hand "Y..Yugi" He choked and The tri-colored King leaned forward kissing his forehead slightly

"You will be fine, get some rest" Yugi spoke softly caressing Yugi's cheeks before his attention was on Bakura and Mayako "Feed him, dress him and watch him as he recovers " Yugi ordered as they both nodded before they walked out of the room giving Yugi and Yami some private time


The next morning,
Ryou was standing in front of the mirror putting some last touches to his look as Miho spoke happily "You shine like the sun, my Prince, Your face is smiling "

"Yes I am fine, I had a good night's sleep" Ryou explained beaming " I couldn't sleep the last few days because of this stupid slave " Miho tensed a little before she decided to speak again " Last Night, Yami…."

"Do not mention this Egyptian" Ryou yelled cutting Miho off slightly glaring "No more Yami!" He hissed and Miho gulped before nodding frenetically "I am sorry My Prince" Miho apologized quietly


"Say, Mariku what is waiting for me today?" Yugi asked as soon as Mariku stepped into the room

"My Majesty, The treasurer and the Grand Vizier recorded the new expenditure " Mariku informed his best friend who nodded in approval "Great "

"After lunch, There is also a meeting with some delegates "

"What else is there?"

"Yami is recovered , I checked on him as you ordered " At this Yugi smiled before standing up from the chair he was sitting on to go to work "Are we going to the Queen?" Yugi ignored him before patting his shoulder "Come Mariku! We have an important work"


The Queen was pacing in her chamber along with Toshio who had breakfast with her today, waiting for her son arrival which was unusually late today

He was always on time , Every day he would come and have her blessing before going to work, did something happen to him? She sighed worried as Toshio copied her cutely still following her ,waiting for his father as well

When she heard the door opening she stopped immediately hoping it was her son but sadly it was Ishizu who walked in instead "My Queen, Today I am going to count the slaves treasury , Want to check with me?" The Queen shook her head smiling softly at Ishizu "I will look at it later"

When Ishizu noticed the Queen's discomfort, she walked towards her to tell her what happened "Last night, his majesty learned of it" Ishizu whispered so Toshio won't hear and The Queen looked lost " I do not understand, What do you mean?"

"What is the news? Tell me" Toshio whined a little, they both laughed at him before The Queen moved her attention back to Ishizu

"He commanded Otogi to free him and we were forced to…" Ishizu cleared and The Queen finally understood "So this is how he punishes his mother , Breakfast is over and he does not come" Ishizu looked pitfully at her Queen "All for one rude slave, he has undermined my authority "


"Was it really dark? Were you frightened ?" Mana asked her best friend who was still laying on his mattress –how did she come here, he didn't know- while Mayako was helping him to eat

"I was not" Yami lied , Mana raised an eyebrow not believing him but he just shrugged her off

"Another two spoons of broth and you will restore your strength " Mayako said feeding him another spoon of broth and Yami nodded

"I wish I could stay with you Yami" Mana daydreamed as Yami chuckled at her "This chamber is very beautiful, Oh! By the way they told me that the king came to visit " Mana added eagerly before Bakura entered rolling his eyes when he saw her

"Mana! Go downstairs quickly! You shouldn't be here" Bakura scolded and Mana stood up in the speed of lightening nodding "Is it forbidden?" Yami asked confused and Bakura nodded at him "It is the rules "

"Mayako, Yami is assigned to you, Take care of him " Bakura ordered and Mayako nodded at him "Don't worry" She reaasured Bakura who grabbed Mana's arm annoyed with her still observing the surroundings to walk out of the room


After the whole meeting with The Grad vizier and the treasurer , Yugi excused himself to go to his chamber as there was still enough time before the meeting with the delegates , He asked Otogi to bring him Yami because he needed him in something and Otogi nodded before he strode off to go to Yami

Yugi was now standing in the terrace, watching the beautiful view of the gardens, flowers and trees in front of him while the wind blew his spikey tri-colored hair a little , when he heard footsteps behind him

He turned around and saw Yami bowing to him looking better than he was yesterday , Yugi smiled before walking towards Yami who was now looking at him beaming before he cupped the Egyptian slave's cheeks, leaning in to kiss him tenderly and Yami happily kissed him back

"They told me that you asked for me, My Majesty " Yami spoke after he pulled back from the kiss and Yugi nodded at him, taking out the blindfold he hid inside his clothes and Yami looked at him frowning "What…?" He trailed off when Yugi began to cover his eyes

"Do you trust me?" Yugi asked softly tying the blindfold making sure it wasn't too lose nor too tight "Of course I do" Yami answered like it was the easiest question in the world and Yugi beamed

"Then be patient" Neither of them spoke another word when Yugi took a hold of Yami's hands guiding him inside his chamber again making sure the Egyptian slave won't trip or get hurt before stopping in front of his study

Yugi took the Silver ring he was working on for a long time and slipped the ring on his finger smiling fondly when it fit him perfectly before untying the blindfold "You can open your eyes now" He told Yami softly and he obeyed, his jaw dropping a little when he saw the ring he asked Yugi about on his finger

He was speechless yet he was so ecstatic and captivated , He looked at Yugi shocked and The King took the hand with the ring on it kissing it gently and Yami could feel his heart breaking a little –in a happy way- at the tender and gentle display "You asked me who is going to wear the ring, here is your answer " When those words escaped Yugi's mouth , Yami placed a hand behind Yugi's neck bringing his face closer as their lips pressed firmly to each other

The rest of the world disappeared as they were lost in the waves of passion crashing over them


(1): The Cobra was a significant royal symbol in ancient Egypt, A rearing cobra , hood flared, ready to strike, was drawn and sculpted as an image called a uraeus which refers to protection , One creation myth relates that the sacred eye of a creator-god discovered it had been overshadowed by the sun ad turned itself into a deadly cobra in a rage , To placate the eye the god placed it on his head, transforming the striking cobra into the sign for protection of kings and pharaohs

Roka: I apologize for my mistakes whether they are in spelling, grammar….etc. , I hope you guys enjoy the chapter and…. *was cut off by Yugi yelling*

Yugi: How could you let him do that?!

Roka: Do what? –acting innocently –

Yugi: He told them that me and him….that we….we both…UGH! You know what I am meaning!

Roka: I tried to warn him, He didn't listen, come on Yugi loosen up everyone knows what both of you do when you are alone

Yami: See! You can't be mad at me now , Thank you Roka!

Roka: Oh! I wasn't defending you I was just stating a fact , I even wrote about you both kissing in the story see? – giving them the laptop to read-

After two hours *In spongebob's voice *

Roka: Are you both finished ? Thank God I stopped at the lemon part, I took pity on you two as I knew you were going to read it

Yugi: That doesn't make it any less embarrassing! –blushing furiously-

Yami: …..You still suck… -blushing as well-

Roka: Yeah yeah, say whatever you want…..Anyway, I was thinking about asking you guys some kind of question every time I publish a chapter so here it is

Q: Who is(are) your favorite character(s) in Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters?
I love Yami, Yugi, Bakura, Ryou, Malik, Mariku (Yami no malik) and Seto but my absolute favorite is Yami (Atemu) , I am in love with him, I confess!

Have a nice time till I see you guys next time and Don't forget to smile ;)