Ok so! Recap time…

Pretty much just setting the ground here. Well…seeing as this is a remake I guess I'm re-setting the ground. Serenity now lives with Joey in Domino, and their Dad's a prick. The new school year is just starting and that of course opens tons of doors for Serenity and Kaiba's relationship. ^.^ Questions? If so, go back and read it again because it wasn't that complicated.


School was pretty boring for Serenity. The first day back was usually filled with joy at seeing old friends, and reuniting with old teachers. However in the strange High School, and as a brand new transfer student, Serenity didn't get to enjoy any of it. She had already been through three out of her four classes for the day, not a single one she shared with her brother or any of his friends. Though part of her was content to know Duke and Tristan wouldn't keep fighting over her all day.

The only reason she was hoping for a class with some of them was because she had been able to skip a year in middle school. So even though she was a year younger then Joey and his friends, she was taking the same level courses.

She sighed a little as she gently pulled out a notebook from her locker. It was labeled 'Psychology' and had nothing else in it. She grabbed her purse and then shut it gently. She then walked to her next class, making sure to take note of where she was going. She had already learned that this school was easy enough to get lost in. And this time she didn't have a friendly young Kaiba to help direct her back to where she was supposed to be.

Kaiba sat down with a sigh. This place is just a big waste of time…He thought to himself about the school. He hated every minute he was forced to be there, and wished his time could be better spent working on his company. He was sitting near a window and glanced out it, he looked down at the parking lot below and spotted his new car. He smiled, he had felt a little indulgent when he bought it. But he deserved to treat himself every once in a while. And as a senior, he wanted to start the new year in style.

The class began filling up, some girls would look over at him, silently asking if they could sit next to him, as an answer to their question he propped his briefcase up on the chair, not allowing anyone to sit there. He then rested his elbow on the desk and placed his chin on his palm, thinking to himself about how to top his last system of duel disks. He was pulled from his thoughts when the bell rang, he yawned a bit and looked forward, not excited to have this last class.

The teacher had started to pass out their books when suddenly the door flew open, a frazzled looking Serenity stood in the door way, and Kaiba's eyes widened a little when he saw her, recognizing her immediately from his tournament. What is she doing here? I thought she went back home after my tournament ended…He thought to himself and looked at her.

He had eventually managed to get her, and her voice, out of his head about a month after it ended, but that didn't mean that he was alright in seeing her again. He locked eyes with her, and she looked surprised as well. Obviously not expecting to see him in her class either. Suddenly she broke eye contact and looked at the teacher, bowing deeply. "I'm sorry! I…got lost…" She muttered, glancing at the class with embarrassment.

The teacher just nodded and motioned for her to sit down, explaining that it was alright this time, but if she was late again she'd get a detention. Serenity just nodded lightly, obediently, and started looking for a place to sit. There were plenty of seats, but something told Kaiba he knew exactly where she'd go. As she walked several people giggled at her tardiness and he could see the red on her cheeks. Well…some people never change…He thought to himself as he leaned back comfortably in his chair, watching as she walked towards him.

She paused and looked at the chair with the briefcase on it, he just looked at her with a smirk and a raised eyebrow. "May I sit here please Kaiba?" She asked, her voice gentle, making that song pop back into his head immediately. Several of the girls scoffed, and one even told her not to even bother, that he was out of her league.

Kaiba glanced at the one who had spoken and then sat up in his chair. He grabbed his briefcase and slid it off to give her room to sit beside him. With a smirk he added. "It's a free world Wheeler." He said, knowing she'd remember the same comment he said to her when she was on the top of his blimp.

Serenity smiled a little and gently slid into the seat, ignoring the looks of shock, and anger, she received from the female population of the class. She looked around at them, almost apologetically, and then glanced at Kaiba, she seemed relieved to see someone she knew, even if it was just Kaiba. Then, to his surprised she lightly told him "Thank you." And then turned her attention to the front of the class once more.


The next two hours rolled by slowly for both Serenity and Kaiba. Neither of them paid much attention to the other and just waited for it to be over. When the bell rang they both got up slowly and departed without saying anything to each other. What was there to say? They weren't friends. Serenity heard one of the girls talking about her, wondering why Kaiba let her sit next to him. And that she'd take the spot next class. Serenity just looked down at the ground, not looking where she was going.

Suddenly she felt a strong tug on her arm and she squeaked. She looked up to see Kaiba had pulled out of her path straight towards a pole. "Do you often not like looking where you're going Wheeler?" He asked, though there was no venom behind his voice, just a question. She blushed a little, looking down as she always did, and apologized. He just shrugged and walked away without saying anything else.

Serenity sighed a little bit and walked to her locker, opening it to take out her possessions and lightly put them in her backpack.

Slinging it over her shoulder she started walking to the stairs so she could walk down and meet Joey and the others at the front door like they had arranged that morning. She hummed lightly as she walked, making sure to look out for any poles in her path, lest Kaiba have to save her from yet another destructive fall. As she thought about it, he seemed to do that often.

She sighed, thinking about him for a while. He still looked just as tired as he did during his tournament. He clearly didn't start getting more sleep like I suggested…Then again, why would he take any of my suggestions. He is a CEO...Clearly he knows how to make good decisions…She thought to herself as she saw her group waiting for her at the front door, she was the last to arrive. She apologized lightly and then they all started off to go back to their homes.

Though Serenity wasn't exactly anxious to go back to hers. She glanced at Joey, who just supportively wrapped an arm around her, and they began walking back side by side. The group all talked about their day, how they would like their new classes. Serenity didn't mention Kaiba was in one of her classes. She figured with the current company it might not be the best decision.

Duke and Tristan both talked to her about transferring into one of her classes. Not wanting to be tormented by their over affection, she told them all of her classes were full and faked a frown. She thought they were great friends and all, but neither of them struck her as a viable boyfriend.

The group reached the game stop and she and Joey waved as they continued by them selves back to their apartment. She glanced up at him softly. "How's your cheek?" She asked kindly.

Joey shrugged and nudged her a bit. "Nothing to worry about sis. This is nothing compared to the fights I've been in at school." He said, and Serenity believed him, but she still felt bad. She had gotten off pain free this morning, while Joey defended her. She felt guilty because of that, like she should have been hurt too. Sensing it Joey looked down at her seriously, and placed his hands on her shoulders. "Serenity…I want you to listen to me ok? I'm your big brother. It's my job to make sure you're safe."

Serenity looked up into his eyes with a small smile. "Alright Joey…Thank you." She said, suddenly taking him into her arms. She leaned her head against his chest softly and softly smiled. "I'm so lucky to have you as my big brother…" She whispered gently, and then he hugged her a bit tighter.

"And I'm lucky to have such a great little sis." He said chuckling a little. After the embrace the two broke apart and then started walking again. Both were worried their father would still be there, but neither of them spoke about it, not wanting to ruin the walk. They would deal with him when they got there, they didn't need to worry about him before hand.

"So sis, how do you like it here?" He asked, talking about the High School.

Serenity shrugged a little, before she had told the group that she loved everything, but now that it was just her brother she felt like she could be a bit more honest. "Well…It's lonely actually…I mean…I don't know anyone in any of my classes…And I don't know my way around." She said, looking up at him a little.

Joey nodded a bit, understanding why she'd feel secluded. "Don't worry, you'll figure out where everything is, and make a bunch of new friends. I promise. Besides, you always got my friends." He said smiling broadly. "You know they'd do anything for you." He said, and Serenity nodded, knowing that well. She may have only known them for a couple of months, but she knew they were all close, and once you were one of their friends they'd go to the ends of the earth for you.

She liked that. Joey then nudged her. "And you don't know anyone in any of your classes?" He asked, raising an eyebrow. "Cause I saw you and Kaiba leave a class together." He said, proud to have caught her in a trap.

Serenity just shrugged, blushing when thinking of the CEO. Joey didn't seem to notice. "Well me and Kaiba aren't exactly friends Joey." She said and Joey nodded.

"Good. Keep it that way. The guys a jerk." He said, trying not to get too heated when talking about his most hated person.