Yugi returned to the shop carrying a plastic bag and cup. He pushed open the door and greeted his grandfather warmly.
"Hey Grandpa." Solomon looked up from his work.
"Yugi, back so soon?" He inquired.
"Yeah, I stopped to get Atem something to eat. I wanted to surprise him. Is he still in the back?"
"Yes. He could use the company, I'm sure. you know how he feels about it. I've been having him stock shelves and organize."
Yugi nodded and continued to the back where he closed the door behind him.
Atem was in the process of pushing a small stack of boxes into a corner of the room. Yugi placed the items on the desk.
"Do you feel like taking a break,Love?" He asked,earning a grin from the former king. Atem met Yugi half way across the floor, where Yugi wrapped his arms around Atem's neck, pulling him forward,pressing their lips together. He deepened the kiss,allowing Atem to pull him close. When finally they pulled away, Yugi blushed slightly.
"That was quite a greeting." Atem commented.
"Well, I've missed you. Everyone did. You'll have to come with me next time. I brought you something to eat and your favorite strawberry milkshake."
"Thank you." Atem kissed Yugi once more.
"I thought you could use some cheering up. If you want, I can stay and keep you company."
"Are you sure you wouldn't rather-"
"I'm sure, and I'll help you finish up. We can use the free time to be together you sit here and relax, I'll go through these boxes. It won't take long. Everyone said hi by the way." Yugi said beginning his task.
"Your visit went well then?"
"Yeah, it was nice. It would've been much better if we were all there. Do you think maybe we could get together with them next weekend?"
"I think I can manage that."
"that would be great, We can plan for Sunday, that way we can still have our special day."
"That should be fine." Atem said.
"Great. Are you feeling better today?" Atem sighed heavily.
"Last night was-"
"It's fine, I told you that. You don't always have to be so strong. I love you and I'm here for you."
"I love you too, Yugi. Thank you for helping, it's been a long day."
"I'm sorry,Love. I'll make it up to you." A short time later, Yugi and Atem made their way back to the house, having finished all their work in Solomon's shop. Yugi closed the door behind him.
"We finally have some alone time." He said moving closer to Atem.
"" It seems so, the question is what should we do with it?" The young duelist leaned into the former king, his head resting on his chest. Atem embraced him, allowing Yugi to begin snuggling into him affectionately.
"I have an idea. Kind of an early birthday present." Yugi said.
"What is it?" Yugi grinned.
"I could tell you, but then it wouldn't be a surprise. I'd rather show you."
Yugi pulled away to gaze into Atem's eyes.
"What are you up to?"
"Nothing really. It's just... Something special. You're always so patient and gentle, I feel like I'm-"
"Yugi, if you're asking me for what I think you are, I won't push you into that,even if we were in my time I could never-" Yugi silenced him with a kiss,placed his hand on Atem's cheek as the affection was deepened. Atem's strong arms held Yugi tightly.
"I know you wouldn't. I trust you, Atem. " Yugi said softly.
"Are you absolutely sure about this?"
"Yeah, Yugi confirmed taking his hand and leading Atem up the stairs to their bedroom.
