Dragon Girl

So I know I said that some of my experiences have been used for this character, but I'm also making some up.

Also, I know that Mokuba says it wrong (you'll know which word instantly) but that's how he thinks it's spelt.

I'd really recommend listening to the song I've quoted, just search for 'Tongue Tied - Uncut Version (With Closed Caption Lyrics)' on youtube.

Also, I want to say a big thanks to Cloisenne, thank you so much for your reviews, I've only just been able to read them but they really made me smile! As a thank you, this chapter is dedicated to you!

Anything you recognise is not mine.

SK

Chapter 4

"Why do you make me tongue tied?

(Tongue tied)

Tongue tied, whenever you are near me

(Near me)

Tongue tied (Tied tongue)

Tied tongue (Tied tongue)

Whenever you're in town

(In town)

You make me feel a clown girl" From 'Tongue Tied' from 'Red Dwarf' (sorry, I don't know who actually wrote them)

For the next several months nothing much really happened. Kaiba and Lizzie's battle of wits had simmered down to witty remarks, each one trying to out do the other. Kaiba spent a lot of his time organising a new Dual Monsters tournament although he always made sure to spend some time with his friends each week and with his brother every day. One hot day in June, Mokuba came rushing into his office at Kaiba Corp.

"Seto! Have you heard?" He gasped, no doubt from running.

"Heard what Mokie?" Kaiba replied, still typing, his eyes never leaving his laptop screen.

"This guy who was wanted in the UK for pidofalia or something that sounds like that and was about to be extradited there from Canada skipped bail and vanished. He's been seen in Japan and is supposed to be really dangerous!" Mokuba gabbled quickly. Kaiba looked up sharply.

'Hmm…Note to self: make sure that someone I can trust is with Mokuba at all times.' He thought before looking at the clock.

"Shit!" He swore under his breath, he was supposed to meet Yugi and the others at a local Archery club half an hour ago. Lizzie had become a member soon after arriving in Japan and the club was having an open day to try and attract new members.

"Mokie, we've got to go. I was supposed to meet Yugi and the others half an hour ago." He said, shutting down his laptop and putting it in his briefcase. In less time than normal, the two brothers were sat in the older Kaiba brother's car, a sleek Royal blue Noble M600 and Kaiba's favourite car. Luckily there was very little traffic so they made it to the Archery club in good time.

The others were very understanding about why they were late, but Kaiba didn't have much time to dwell on that as shortly after they had arrived, Mokuba was ushered into a group of other people his own age to have a go at firing a bow and arrow with Lizzie teaching them the basics.

"Right, so the first thing you need to remember is don't point the bow and arrow at anyone else! Seriously, I mean it. Anyone I see doing that will have the equipment taken off them immediately. Right, when you are about to fire your bow, you need to hold the string in the hand you write with and have the grip firmly in the other. Notch your arrow on the string and keep it pointed at the floor as you turn to the target. Once you're facing the target you can raise the bow, take aim, draw back the string and fire!" As Lizzie said the final word she quickly spun to face the target, aimed and fired the bow. The arrow flew in a graceful arch to land quivering in the centre of the target.

"As you might have noticed, the arrow flies in an arch so you might want to take that into consideration. A final word, don't go to retrieve your arrow until everyone has fired and I say it's safe. Got that? Right, in your own time then guys." Lizzie explained before standing to one side where she could see everyone. Mokuba was the last person to fire his bow, and that was because he was trying to get his aim right. While the others had got their arrows in either the lowest scoring area of the target or in the ground, Mokuba had managed to land his arrow in the first blue ring which in a competition would be worth 5 points. Lizzie then sent everyone off to retrieve their arrows at a walk before finishing the taster session. Kaiba himself didn't have a go, he was more content to listen to Mokuba's excited pleading for him to be allowed to learn Archery. Actually Kaiba was already going to let him, mainly because Lizzie pointed out just how well Mokuba had done for a complete beginner.

It was much later, when they were back at Yugi's place eating pizza, that Kaiba remembered about the escaped criminal that Mokuba had told him about. In actuality, he only remembered because the news came on and mentioned him.

"Breaking news. Recently a man, wanted in the UK has been seen in the Tokyo area of Japan. The man, one John Michael Smith, was due to be extradited from Canada to the UK to face charges of Paedophilia and rape on a minor but he skipped bail and went on the run. If you see this man, do not approach him as he is believed to be armed and highly dangerous!" The newsreader said solemnly. Luckily Mokuba had been in the bathroom, as Kaiba couldn't help but swear under his breath at the extra details that Mokuba hadn't known. Lizzie's reaction to the news report surprised him, she had gone very pale and jumped up quickly before rushing out of the room stating that she needed to make a phone call.

When she entered the room again, Mokuba was back and everyone apart from Yugi was curious about what was going on, Yugi merely looked concerned although whether that was concern for his cousin or about what was happening, no one really knew.

"Lizzie, what's goin' on?" Joey asked when she had sat back down.

"I suppose I'd better tell you guys before you figure it out." Lizzie sighed, massaging her temples.

"John Smith is my stepfather. He's always made it pretty clear that he hates me and I'm worried that his showing up in Japan near to where I am is not a coincidence. I left the room to let my Aunt and Uncle know what had happened." She explained after a few moments pause. Everyone seemed to accept her explanation, well, everyone except Kaiba. A few things didn't add up and he had his suspicions as to the truth. After everyone else had left, Kaiba asked Lizzie if he could have a word with her. She nodded and led his to the hall that led to the bedrooms in the little flat.

"What do you want Kaiba?" Lizzie asked, folding her arms in slight irritation.

"I wanted to ask you about your reaction to that news report earlier." He replied, crossing his own arms but looking intently at her.

"What? I already told you, he's may stepfather and he hates me!" Lizzie stuttered slightly, looking surprised and nervous.

"That's not the full truth is it? Why would he want to come here just because he hates you?" Kaiba asked carefully, keeping an eye on her reactions.

"Maybe he saw an article about me coming here, there were certainly enough journalists at the airport when I arrived, and wanted to try and ruin my success." Lizzie replied, looking left. It was then that Kaiba knew he had her. Not many people knew that he was an avid viewer of the CSI programmes, and in one of them it had explained that when people are remembering something, they look right but when they are making something up they look left.

"Again, that's not the full truth is it? I have a theory of my own about why he's in Japan, shall I tell you it?" He asked with a smirk. Wordlessly Lizzie nodded, knowing that she wouldn't be able to avoid it.

"I think he did far more to you than you've actually told everyone here. In fact, I think you're the victim of some quite horrific things. Am I right?" He asked, carefully watching her again. Her response surprised him. She nodded and burst into tears before sinking to the floor and sobbing. Acting on instinct, he went over to her and gently took her in his arms, holding her as she sobbed hysterically. Yugi poked his head around the door of the hall. Seeing the situation and guessing what had happened, he left them alone to distract Mokuba with the Nintendo Wii. Lizzie didn't notice that at all, however, she was too busy crying into Kaiba's chest to realise what was going on around her. After a few moments he started to gently stroke her hair and rock her back and forth slightly. What surprised him was how soft and silky her hair was, sure he'd known it looked shiny but it had never occurred to him that it felt how it did. She calmed down slightly but was still almost hysterical. When it seemed like his current actions were having no more effect on her state, he decided to try something that he had always done when Mokuba had had a nightmare.

"Shhh…it's alright. It's alright, you're safe. Nothing's going to harm you." He whispered in her ear. That was what brought Lizzie out of her almost manic state, Kaiba's deep voice speaking softly to her, sounding almost melodic as he tried to calm her. Before too long she had calmed herself down and only had a few tears left.

"You know you don't have to tell me any details, I won't pry into what happened fully. I probably shouldn't have pried as much as I already have." Kaiba said before Lizzie could say anything.

"Thank you." She whispered, closing her eyes as Kaiba continued to hold her, almost sensing that she needed the comfort. Before too long, her breathing deepened and evened out, signalling that she'd fallen asleep. Slowly and carefully, so as not to wake her, he brought her closer to his chest and picked her up before standing up. He then carried her to her bedroom where he laid her down on the bed and covered her over with her duvet. Without knowing why, he placed a gentle kiss on her forehead before leaving the room. As he entered the living room, Yugi looked up at him.

"Is she?" He asked.

"Asleep? Yes." Kaiba nodded. At that moment, Mokuba yawned loudly bringing Kaiba's attention back to him. Both brothers left Yugi to look after his cousin when she woke up and went home to get some sleep.