January 20th
Touzoku Offices
Groaning, he put his head down on the desk. His father wasn't kidding when he said he'd get them more work. What he didn't say was he would double it.
Bakura quickly sat back up and got back to work. There's no use in whining about it. I might as well get it over with now.
The day before he and Ryou had went to the fair. Bakura hated to admit it, but he actually had fun, and was slightly disappointed when they had to leave. Ryou could tell, but he didn't point it out or tease Bakura, knowing how stubborn he was.
Bakura had one regret though. They didn't get to go on the Ferris wheel. As childish as it may seem, it was what he looked forward too. That, and the fact that when it dark, it light up in multicoloured lights.
That sight itself was breathtaking.
He could only imagine how amazing the city must look from the top. Silently setting himself a mental note to ride it in the near future, he once again started work on the work surrounding him.
This is going to be a long day...
"Did you manage to get everything done?" Bakura asked tiredly.
"Yeah, not without falling asleep at my desk first though," the edges of Ryou's lips curled into a small smile.
"If you're that tired why did you insist on going somewhere today?"
Shrugging, he replied "I seen somewhere interesting. And I know you'll be interested."
Bakura raised an eyebrow, but said nothing. He tried to think of where Ryou could have in mind, but came up blank. The two made their journey into the city by foot, and after a few minutes of small talk, Ryou stopped.
"We're here," he smiled looking up at Bakura expectantly, waiting for a reaction.
As he expected, Bakura's eye's lit up. "How did you know?"
Ryou laughed "I see all the books you have on the history of Egypt. And all the websites you visited on the antiques,"
"Hang on, how do you know what websites I've been on?"
Ryou blushed and quickly walked up the steps and into the museum "Let's go shall we? It's a bit cold out here"
January 20th
Egyptian Culture Museum
Marik sat, reading one of the many books surrounding him on Egyptian culture. He already knew the books like the back of his hand, but he had nothing more interesting to do.
He considered going out in search of a job again, but quickly dismissed it. He was not in the mood to face more rejection.
A few times he spotted Ishizu lingering in the background of his vision, looking as though she wanted him to look up so she could start a conversation.
He ignored her though. He knew she would just give her another job offer here, and he honestly was not in the mood for that, afraid he might snap at her.
"er...excuse me, do you work here?" Marik jumped at the sudden timid voice behind him, and brought up his book defensively.
"I'm so sorry! I didn't mean to scare you," Marik blinked at the man apologizing before him
He couldn't help but feel like he had met him before. He stared for another moment, then realization hit him. This man looked just like the one who had given him the ride home! He would nearly have thought it was, but he could spot some faint differences.
"Um..." The man felt self-conscious at Marik's staring.
"Oh, sorry, you just looked really familiar," he apologized quickly for his rudeness. "What did you want?"
"It's okay, er, it said you have audio guides?"
"Oh, I don't work here, sorry" the man in front of him looked like he was about to shout out a hundred apologies at once, and Marik quickly continued "but my sister Ishizu over there can help you." He said pointing.
"I'm so sorry for assuming, that was really rude of me, I-"
"Hello again. Marik wasn't it?" The man's voice was suddenly cut off by one Marik found familiar.
"Yes... Bakura?" Marik turned to see Bakura standing behind him, nodding to confirm his name. "are you two related then? You look like twins."
"We are, but we're just brothers," Bakura cut in before Ryou could even talk. Ryou looked between the two, confused. "You work here I presume?"
"No, but my sister does," He gestured over to his sister once more.
"How do you two know each other?" Ryou cut into their conversation, a curious glint in his eyes. He had never seen his brother so eager for conversation.
"I gave him a lift home when it was raining," Bakura then added with a smirk "He couldn't hail a cab, and didn't even have an umbrella with him."
Marik could feel his face reddening from embarrassment "Well it's not like I can predict the weather or something!"
"Ever heard of a weather report?" Bakura teased him.
Marik only looked confused " A what?"
Both white-haired boys stared at him for a moment, before Bakura started to laugh. "Not really up to date on technology, are we?"
Marik huffed, and went into a little rant, to which Bakura couldn't help chip in small sarcastic comments every once in a while. Ryou could only stare at the two in shock.
"You two are arguing like an old married couple," he suddenly said, interrupting the two so they froze in their stances, Marik with one finger raised almost comically.
"Er, I'll go get the guide now!" He said just as suddenly, and ran over to Ishizu to let the two to catch up.
"What was that about..." Both Marik and Bakura wondered.
"This place is really interesting," Bakura said after he, Ryou and Marik made their way through the last area of the museum "I feel sad we've been through everything already."
Marik hummed in agreement. Ryou nodded, not as enthusiastic as the other two, but pretended to be just so Bakura could enjoy himself.
Ryou couldn't help but be surprised at Bakura's attitude towards the blond. The two were complete strangers not long ago, and now they chatted and argued as if they were life long friends. He suspected there could be something more their relationship, but tried not to speculate.
"Well, I guess we better get going now Ryou," Bakura said snapping Ryou out of his thoughts.
"Yeah, I'm pretty tired. I hope I don't fall asleep again tomorrow," he said grinning widely. Although he knew if his father caught him he would be in serious trouble.
As the two were leaving, they said their farewells to Marik. Bakura had given him his number, to keep in touch. Ryou again couldn't stop the speculation that rose in the back of his mind, but kept silent while Marik was still in their presence.
However, as soon as Bakura and he were alone and walking back to their apartment, he fired out his questions.
"So what was all that about Bakura?" He smirked up at his older brother, and swore he could see a faint blush appear on his brothers cheeks. He must have imagined it though, because Bakura blushing was a very rare sight.
"He seems friendly. Is there something wrong with me wanting to have friends?" Bakura tried to make the other feel guilty, but it did not work.
"How about having someone who's a bit more than friends," he rose his eyebrow and still stared up at Bakura, waiting for an answer.
The other stayed silent for a moment too long, before finally replying with a disappointing "I don't need or want a relationship like that, with anyone. I thought I already went through this with you?"
Ryou sighed "You did, but things can change. I just hate seeing you so lonely. That's all,"
"Well I have you don't I?" Bakura fought back with.
"Yes, you do, but..." He hesitated for a second "I'll always be here for you Bakura, but if I find someone else to spend my life with, and have a relationship with, won't you feel lonely? I won't be able to spend all my free time with you then."
Bakura tensed. "I know that Ryou," It was what he feared the most "But I'll face that when it comes."
Ryou didn't seem satisfied with this answer, but let the subject drop anyway. He noted that they were now at their apartment, and both fell into a deep, well needed sleep.
What? Another chapter? This soon?!
I'm on a roll :D
Also, I'm self conscious about this in my writing but; do I add too much description before text too often? Like, say "he said" or "he replied" too much? Should I leave the text by itself more often? I don't know, it's just something I couldn't help notice ^ ^'
Anyways, please favorite/follow/review if you're liking this story so far ^ ^ If you do I will give you virtual cookies and cake! I mean come on, who can resist that? Big thanks to everyone who already has! :D
