Disclaimer: I do not own Yugioh and make no profit from the story.

Warnings: Angst, smex, mentions of child abuse

Summary: Yugi was not the same man as he was as a teenager. He was broken. Could the past bring him something back?

Notes: Hello readers, sorry it took a while to get this chapter out, but it is a long chapter. I hope you enjoy and remember comments help me write more. Please tell me what you think.

Yugi stared at the dark look in the blue eyes. He slammed his door shut and locked everything up. He used his cane to move to his kitchen. He asked, "Are you going to tell me what happened?"

Kaiba replied, "I didn't take your advice and leave Mokuba alone. He has a mean right hook."

Yugi walked into the room with an ice pack, almost dropping it. He spoke, "Mokuba did this."

Kaiba shrugged out of his coat as he replied, "Deserved it. Called the idiots, that and called his girlfriend a bitch."

Yugi shook his head, muttering as he handed over the ice pack, "That was something you should not have done."

Kaiba sat down, stating, "Did not want to be bothered about going out to dinner with them. I do not want them around."

Yugi sighed, "Ah, Kaiba, the same." The other man shrugged his shoulders. He slowly sat on the couch, staring at the dark look in the eyes that he knew all too well. He asked, "Did you strike back?"

Kaiba shook his head as he replied, "I was ready to. I left before I could."

Yugi laughed, "And here you come." Kaiba shrugged his shoulders again without saying a word. He looked at his small living room. He offered, "You can sleep on the couch for the night."

Kaiba looked at him, stating, "I didn't plan on staying."

Yugi responded, "Kaiba, you need your space and so does Mokuba by the looks of it. It could become worse if you go home." A phone blared to life and Kaiba looked at his cell phone for a second before turning it off. He questioned, "Mokuba?" Kaiba nodded his head and looked away. He replied, "Crash here for the night."

"Wouldn't it cause trouble?"

"From who? I live alone."

"Those idiots might stop."

"And the cops would show up."

"You would call them?"

"Yes. I told you friendships don't last." Yugi stated as he stood up slowly. His knee was shooting with pain. He ordered, "Stay here. Let the fight cool down." Kaiba nodded his head and looked around.

Kaiba responded, "The couch is fine."

Yugi nodded his head as he started to go into the kitchen. He sat down, recounting his income. He would need to make a deposit soon and then figure out the bills. The medical bills once again will have to be put on hold. He just did not have enough.

"You have a lot of debt." Kaiba replied.

Yugi glanced over as the man leaned against the wall with an ice pack on his lip. He sighed, "Mostly medical bills from my leg." Kaiba walked in and took a seat. He continued, "The robbery left me broken. I had many hospital visits. Many surgeries."

Kaiba asked as his eyes glanced over the bills, "Do you need more?"

Yugi answered, "I'll never know. I go back and we do a visit to see how it goes, but I haven't needed one in some years."

"No one helps you."

"Akio offers to pay it all. He is my stepfather. But sadly, my pride gets in the way." Yugi explained, stressed.

Kaiba replied, "I would be the same way."

Yugi nodded his head. Kaiba stood up, saying something about trying to sleep. He closed everything up and put his money away from the table. He should try to get some sleep too. He grabbed some Advil and took some with water. There was pain but not enough to take the stronger pain medication. He walked into the living room, seeing Kaiba laying there with his arm thrown over his eyes. He shut off the lights as he moved to the bed.

It was dark. It was the noise that made him go out into the shop. He was sleepy. He felt his world collapse as he was pushed to the ground. He screamed and kicked out. The man laughed and ordered for money. He had none. He just made a deposit. He saw a shadow as a knifed went right into his hand. He screamed as pain raced in his hand. He begged to be left alone. He had no money. The pain that came was a hammer slamming on his knee. Over and over. It was blinding him. His mind could only focus on the pain.

Yugi sat up, breathing heavy as he tried to overcome the dream of his nightmare. His leg was shooting up in pain to remind him it happened. He was broken that night. He grabbed his cane as he stood up. He glanced to the couch, freezing for a second before he remembered he was letting Kaiba sleep there. He bumped into the table and cussed, "Damn it." He moved toward the kitchen. He saw a shadow sitting up. He called out, "Kaiba."

Kaiba whispered, "Yugi?"

Yugi moved to the couch, sighing, "Sorry, didn't mean to wake you up."

Kaiba replied strained, "You didn't."

"What woke you up?"

"Nothing. What about you?"

Yugi knew Kaiba wasn't telling the truth, but he didn't press. He knew when to back off. He leaned back, sighing, "Reliving the robbery. Now, my leg is killing me."

Kaiba asked, "Does it happen a lot?"

Yugi turned on the lamp by the couch, staring into blue eyes. They were drawing him in. He sighed, "More than I want." Kaiba moved toward him. Before he knew it, lips were against his and it was heated. He gasped loudly as a tongue licked at them. He groaned and grabbed a hold of the other man as the kiss deepened. What were they doing? A hand slid across his stomach up, making him groan. His body was being affected. As the kiss broke, he stared into blue eyes. He never thought he would see pleading in them. He leaned forward, kissing the man again. Kaiba returned the kiss in need and quickly. He did not care for control as he let Kaiba have it. His hands held onto the shirt. Was Kaiba being affected like him? What was this need in them?

Kaiba broke the kiss, "Yugi?"

Yugi breathed heavy, asking, "What are we doing?"

"I don't know."

Yugi looked at the man to see his eyes confused. He leaned toward the man and Kaiba took the hint. Kaiba was on him in a second, kissing the daylights out of him. He felt the need to feel skin. He pulled the shirt out of the pants, pulling it up. Kaiba broke the kiss to let him take off the shirt. His fingers danced acrossed the toned muscles. Lips kissed him again, making him lightheaded and needing more. More of what? He didn't know. He doubted Kaiba held the answer either. When his hands grabbed the toned back, he saw a change in Kaiba. The heat and desire left those blue eyes replaced with a dark look.

Kaiba pulled back, stating, "We should stop."

Yugi agreed, "Yeah, we should." He watched Kaiba put on his shirt. He asked, "Going home?"

Kaiba glanced at his watch, stating, "Work sounds fine for me."

Yugi asked, "What time is it?"

"Five in the morning."

"You are going to work now."

"Why not? I got a company to keep at the top."

"You are insane, Kaiba." Yugi pointed out. Kaiba shrugged his shoulders as the coat went on. He grabbed his cane and walked the man to the door. Kaiba stood there for a second before leaving. He locked up the door and set his alarm. He walked to his house phone and dialed a number. It was answered on the third ring, "Good morning, Mom."

Emi sighed, "Another nightmare."

"Yeah."

"How is your leg?"

"Killing me."

"Do you want me to set up an appointment for you?"

"That would be great."

"Dear, I was wondering…"

Yugi sighed, "Mom, please, not now." He knew his mother was going to ask about getting his stepfather to help out with the bills. He already let the alarm system, food, internet, and guard be paid for. Then again, Akio refused to accept no as an answer for that. He couldn't take anymore. It didn't feel right to him.

"Of course."

"How is the art gallery?"

"It is going good. Akio thinks I should also do painting classes."

"That would be great, mom. You have a talent." Yugi stated, feeling a little free today.

"Did something happen? You seem more… well more alive." Emi asked softly.

"Nothing really." Yugi replied as he thought about his make out session Kaiba. Where would it have gone if they kept going? Did it mean anything? His mother said to make sure he ordered his food and said goodbye. He hung up the phone, ready for the day. His shop would open soon and he needed breakfast and coffee.

Yugi sat in his shop as Kane was reading the newspaper. He sighed bored. Usually the shop didn't pick up until after school, but he always opened early. Now it was going on around noon. There were times parents came in looking for advice on a gift for their child or children.

Kane piped up, "Hey, wasn't that visitor, Kaiba?"

Yugi turned his head from the clock, stating, "Yes."

Kane chuckled, "They have an article about his divorce. They keep asking why they broke up."

Yugi questioned, "Any comment from the man, himself?"

Kane replied, "Says the marriage has been breaking apart for a while and they both agreed to end it."

It was Yugi's turn to chuckle, "I doubt that is the case, knowing him." Before more words could be said, the mailman came in. He waved with a smile, "Jack, more bills for me. I told you to send them back."

Jack laughed, "Sadly, I can't do that."

Yugi was handed the mail and one white piece caught his eye. He didn't see a return address. He raised an eyebrow at the mailman. Jack shrugged his shoulders, waving as Jack left. He opened the white piece, his mind falling apart as what he saw on it. He felt his stomach drop. He tossed it on the table, memories flooding his mind. The night he was left alone, broken. He turned to his phone, as he dialed a number.

"Hello, KaibaCorp. How may I help you?"

"I want to speak to Kaiba Seto."

"I'm sorry, but he is busy."

"Tell him it is Mutou Yugi."

"Listen, I said…"

"Just do it."

"Fine, but once you get told off, I'm going to tell you I told you so."

In a few seconds, the man's voice was on, "Yes."

Yugi was silent for a second. Why did he call? Did it mean anything? He questioned, "Are you coming for lunch?" He was sure his voice was cracking, breaking. There was silence. He sighed sadly, "Kaiba?"

"Give me twenty minutes and I'll bring something." Kaiba replied.

Yugi swore he felt hope. He didn't understand why he was calling out to a man who was as cold as they came. He glanced to the white piece of paper, knowing the answer. There was no one else. There was no one else to scream about how broken he was. They left him alone, beaten. He kept glancing at the clock. He felt Kane's brown eyes on his form, but he ignored it. He needed to vent. He needed to scream. Luckily no customers came in. He was not in the right mind. Minutes passed and there was a ring over the door. He turned to see those cold blue eyes looking him over. Kane stood up, waving as he left the store for his break. He walked to the door and locked up. He headed back, hiding his distress. Why couldn't they leave him alone? They did those years ago. He felt his mind spinning out of control.

Kaiba set down the food, speaking, "Well, it does pay off being a CEO of a big company. They rushed my order. Some French dish."

Yugi laughed, "Leave it to you, Kaiba." He sat down with plates for them. He looked at the man to see no difference in him. There was no trace of what they did in the morning. His heart was racing and it made no sense to him.

Kaiba asked, "Why call me?"

Yugi wasn't sure why he did. He needed someone. He tossed the white piece toward Kaiba, who glanced down to read it. He was silent as he played with his food. He didn't know what to think.

Kaiba replied, "Now I never thought the mutt and bimbo would be an item alone get married."

"Yeah, well, I never thought my girlfriend and best friend would sleep together either, but it happened."

Kaiba snapped his head up, sneering, "They did what?"

Yugi laughed, "Yeah. Tea was with me and she slept with Joey back then. They had the pleasure of telling me the night of the robbery. The night I laid in the hospital, broken, in pain, and fearing I would lose my leg. Tea didn't even ask me if I was okay." He stopped speaking as he looked down. He coldly continued, "It ended all our friendships that night. I had mom change all my numbers in a second and refused to reply to their written letters. I shut off friends that night."

"You have been alone since?"

"Yes."

"Write go screw yourself and send it back."

Yugi chuckled at the response. He leaned back in the chair, stating, "I'm going to throw it away. I just wish they would stop rubbing it in my face. I wish they would just leave me alone."

"You never crossed me as a person who wants to be alone." Kaiba pointed out.

Yugi sighed, "Yes. Then I wanted friends. I wanted to be part of something. The Pharaoh helped me with it. When he left, I thought nothing could go wrong with my friendships. I thought we would be there for each other." He stopped, laughing bitterly. He turned to look at the blue eyes as he continued, "I was betrayed the worst possible way in the end. Everything got torn from my eyes. The friends I thought I could count on. I thought I would be okay with the attack if I had them, but it was a fairy tale that ended that night." He took a moment to think back, but shook his head. He asked, "Why did you get married?"

Kaiba stared at him for a moment before answering, "It seemed like a normal thing to do though I should have listened to Mokuba. It was too quick. I wanted a child with her, then found out she was taking birth control to prevent it. It was becoming a chore, but I stood my ground until I had proof of her cheating on me. I was loyal and wanted that returned."

Yugi stared at the man who was eating. He was silent for a bit. He said, "You said that you didn't know if you loved her."

Kaiba laughed, "I was program another way then to think about emotions. I think the only emotion has been for my brother."

Yugi asked, "What do you mean program?" Kaiba shook his head, refusing to answer. He laughed, "Look at us, Kaiba. We are torn apart."

Kaiba sighed, "So it would seem." The man glanced at his watch, stating, "I have to go back."

Yugi responded, "So do I." They both stood up, walking to the shop door. He called out, "Kaiba." The CEO turned to look at him. His heart was racing again. The eyes were drawing him in. He grabbed the tie, pulling the man down to his level hearing a huff. He kissed the man with longing.

Kaiba straightened up, stating, "I have to go."

Yugi knew he made a huge mistake. He stated, "Kaiba…"

"I have to go."

Yugi nodded his head in agreement. Kane was waiting outside the door as he opened it. Kaiba was out before he could say another word. His mind once again was a mess. He couldn't believe he did it. It would be no different than the past. Why did it hurt him worse than before? He was used to being alone. He has done it for ten years. He shook his head as some customers started to come into his store. Kei would come soon to help out. Nothing made sense to him. He was lost even as he forced a smile on his face.

Kei ran in out of breath, apologizing, "Sorry Mutou-san, but I had to ask a teacher about an essay."

Yugi gave a false smile, stating, "You are all right. School is important." He pointed to a couple of boxes, asking, "Could you set those cards and memory holograms up in the display?"

Kei smiled brightly, "Of course. That is why I come."

Yugi went back to a student who was asking about a card price. He explained its limits and its power carefully. The student laughed and said they would love it. It was paid for and he handed over the card. His smiles were lacking today as teenagers came in. Some of them just came to ask about dueling in the past. Kei kept working while staring at him. He walked around once with leaning on his cane for more support as he helped a customer with an item in a case. Sell after sell did not do anything for him today. He kept going back to the kiss. He screwed up. Kaiba did not see anything between them. Kaiba was cold. Kaiba was not a good choice. Yet, Kaiba came and listened to his cries and screams.

Kei walked to the counter, leaning against it and questioned, "Do you have anyone, Mutou-san?"

"Huh?"

"Are you dating anyone?"

"No, Kei." Yugi answered, trying to see where this conversation was going. He did not want to go back down that road. He had limits of being with someone. He had to be careful.

Kei stated, "You need a girlfriend, Mutou-san. You are so sad today, more than before."

Kei's father stepped forward, sighing, "Kei, that wasn't nice. Apologize."

Kei turned his head, saying, "Dad." Then Kei turned to him, "Sorry Mutou-san. It was rude."

Yugi chuckled, "No need to apologize. I'm glad you care." He pulled out one of the cards that Kei has been eyeing for weeks. He handed it over, explaining, "I know it isn't much, but this is a thank you for your help." Kei smiled and quickly put the box back and grabbed his stuff.

Kei's father stepped forward, sighing, "I'm sorry for his rude behavior."

Yugi shook his head, stating, "No need. I hope his grades are not hurting by helping me."

The man rubbed the back of his neck, responding, "To be honest, they have started to rise since helping you. I'm sure his mother is thankful and so am I. It has been hard on him with the divorce."

Yugi nodded his head as the man left. The divorce made him question Kaiba again. He looked at the clock as he helped more customers with their purchases. Luckily, it has been a good day with sells. He waved to Kane as the guard left. He locked up the door and set the alarm for the business. He grabbed the money bag and went into the back. It was another night of figuring out income. It was another night to realize he did not have enough to pay off the medical bills. It was another night alone with nothing to do. It was another night broken. His phone blared as he started to count his money. He picked up on the second ring, "Yes, mom?"

Emi sighed, "So you did get it."

Yugi laughed coldly, "So they set you one too."

Emi answered, "Sadly, yes. I was hoping they left you alone."

"That is asking too much from them."

"Now you are hurting and there is not one thing I can do about it."

"It will pass."

"Kane said you had a visitor again, but that it looked like something happened."

"I did something stupid. That will pass too, mom. I have done this for ten years."

"Yugi…"

"Mom in the middle of doing income. Thanks for calling, but I'll talk with you tomorrow." Yugi said quickly and hung up. He didn't want to hear her worrying voice. He counted over his income, knowing some vendors needed paid for. He never opened his shop until later on Saturday. He could make a trip to the bank and pay off some of the bills. He put everything away, glancing over the medical bills. He sighed, annoyed. He stood up with the table as help as he entered the living room. It took him some time to get the sweat pants off. His shirt was fine to take off once he was laying down. He put on his music, closing his eyes. He rubbed his knee, trying to get the ache away.

Some time passed and Yugi was just dozing off. He was startled as he swore he heard a noise. He lay there tense for a few seconds until he realized it was the door. He grabbed his cane, mumbling, "Who the hell is it?" He looked through the peep hole to see it was a man he thought he chased away. He unset the alarm and opened the door. He asked as the man walked inside, "Kaiba?"

Kaiba spoke, "I have a business deal to offer you."

Yugi was ready to laugh, but he seemed to find peace to see the man. He shut the door and locked it. He went to the couch, hoping they could go back to the way it was before the kiss. He lay down as Kaiba handed him papers. He blinked his eyes, remarking, "These are the new systems that won't be released for another two weeks."

Kaiba responded, "It is marketing the product before it comes out completely. I can only hand out ten. Of course, I usually don't do this, but you could make installment payments. There is a ten percent sale my company gets with each sale."

Yugi stared at the price for all ten products. He just had enough from his dueling days. Was it worth the risk? He could get some good money for the items. He could make some money to pay off his medical bills. He spoke, "I can make the full payment."

"So you will take the deal?"

"Yes. Let me read over the papers and I'll sign whatever is needed, plus the check." Yugi answered. He couldn't pass it up. He had to take a chance and better his business. This was a gift entering his life.

Kaiba walked to him, staring down at him, asking, "Why did you kiss me?"

Yugi stared up at the blue eyes that held questions. He sighed, "Ignore it, please. A moment of weakness. It won't happen again." Kaiba's eyes got darker for a second before he noticed the frown on the man's face. Before he knew it, Kaiba was on top of him. He asked in a growl, "What are you doing?"

Kaiba replied, "Learn to kiss."

Before he could yell, his lips were taken into a heated kiss. The papers fell to the ground as he grabbed a hold of the suit jacket. He groaned into the kiss when hips rubbed against his. Pleasure was racing up his body, heating it up. His cock was jolting with the new pleasure. He broke the kiss, "Wait, Kaiba." Kaiba stopped and looked at him in concern. It was a shock to see that look. He asked, "What are we doing?" He had to know. He couldn't take anymore broken parts in him.

Kaiba answered, "Feeling. Do you want to stop?"

Yugi breathed out as he grabbed a hold of the man, "No. Do you?" Kaiba shook his head to answer. Lips sealed his and the kiss started with fever as hips rolled over his, making him groan again. He clawed at the back. It would feel so much better with skin, but he wasn't about to stop the moment. The kiss was broken as hips moved across him. The pleasure was building, starting a fire as he panted. He groaned, "Setoooo." He heard a deep groan in his ear. Small licks and bites at his neck was sending him over the edge. He grabbed a hold of Kaiba tight as he fell to his release. He heard the other man groan deeply as Kaiba found his release. For a few minutes, they were trying to catch their breaths. He laughed, "We are a mess now."

"Yeah, and my suit needs clean."

"I have a washer and dryer."

"A shower would be good too."

Yugi turned Kaiba's face to him, whispering, "Stay the night." He held his breath. Did he make another mistake? Was this just to overcome emotions for the time being? Could it be more? Did he have the hope for it?

Kaiba, finally answered that seemed forever, "Yeah."

Yugi nodded his head, stating, "A shower first. I think I have a robe that you can use that will fit." Kaiba nodded his head. He got off the couch, limping with the cane to the bathroom. His release running down his leg.

After the shower, Yugi put their clothes in the washer on low. Kaiba sat down on the edge of the bed. It looked like Kaiba was in deep thought. He moved to the bed and slowly sat down, keeping his leg straight. He asked, "What is going on between us?"

Kaiba responded, "I don't know, but you won't leave my mind. It feels right for now."

Yugi touched the curled hand, stating, "Let us jump and take a chance." Kaiba turned to look at him. What was he saying? Wouldn't it just be heart break? Wouldn't he be left alone again? He took a deep breath, ready to stand, "Forget I said anything."

"I would like to take the chance." Kaiba responded.

Yugi turned to look at him, asking, "Why?"

"I told you that you won't leave my mind. I don't know what this is or what can become of it, but I know I trust you."

Sweeping the brown hair out of the tan face, Yugi sighed, "You have always been loyal. Keep it up with me. I break too easily."

"I swear to you now, I would never cheat on you."

"I don't doubt that." Yugi said. He sat back down, feeling a hesitant arm wrap around him. He chuckled, "Kaiba, you don't have to make yourself uncomfortable for me."

"You called me Seto before."

"Want me to call you by your first name?"

"It sounded good coming from you."

Yugi turned to look at the man, who was offering a relationship. Could it last? He knew Kaiba would never cheat on him, but would it last? Kaiba might just pull away completely when the man felt like it. He stated calmly, "Seto, I want you to be comfortable. Please promise you will not do anything that makes you uncomfortable."

Kaiba chuckled as he took his arm back, "Macha was never this way."

Yugi laughed, "Well, there are a lot of differences between me and your ex-wife. First off, I'm the opposite sex."

Kaiba leaned back slightly, "True. Though it does not bother me."

Yugi went to make a comment, but the washer buzzed. He stood up, going to throw the clothes in the dryer. He turned his head, asking, "Would it make you uncomfortable to share a bed?"

Kaiba remarked, "I had no plan sleeping on your beat up couch again."

"You wound me, Seto." Yugi teased. Kaiba rolled his eyes at him. The clothes got done and Kaiba put on his boxers and laid down. His leg was not bothering him too much today. He shut the lights out and laid down. He could tell Kaiba was restless by the small movements. He asked, "Are you not used to sharing a bed?"

Kaiba snorted, "I was married for ten years. It just takes a while to shut down."

Yugi wasn't sure why, but he grabbed Kaiba's hand, slowly rubbing it. He felt the man tense slightly, then relax. He whispered, "I know my bed isn't the best, but try to get some rest. I get up a couple times a night." He closed his eyes, realizing the other man was not going to say anything.

It had to be a few hours later when Yugi laid awake to see Kaiba sit up quickly, breathing hard and shaking. He slid up and reached out.

Kaiba hissed, "Don't touch my back."

Yugi dropped his hand, asking, "What was the nightmare?" So, that was what plagues the other man.

Kaiba calmed down slightly with his breathing as he answered, "Gozaburo…"

Yugi whispered, "Your adoptive father?"

Kaiba laughed bitterly, "Yes. He mentally, physically, and sexually abused me. Shape me to be what he wanted and I took it all." There was silence, then Kaiba continued, "I guess he was right. I was a slut who greedily took it."

Yugi snapped, forgetting his leg and feeling the slight pain. He could not believe to hear about the abuse. He grabbed a hold of Kaiba, pulling him to his chest, sneering, "He was a sick bastard! You were a child. You did not want this."

Kaiba whispered, "I had to protect Mokuba, Yugi. I had to."

Yugi combed his fingers through the brown hair as he felt the tears. He didn't say a word about them. He whispered, "He used what he wanted. You were all Mokuba had." Kaiba clung to him and he swore, "I'm here for you." He let the tears continued and made no comment about them. He knew Kaiba was a very prideful man, always was. He continued to comb his fingers through the brown hair, hoping he was giving some support to the man.

They laid there for a few hours before Kaiba said a word, "I have a headache now."

"I'll get you something for it." Yugi went to pull away, but Kaiba grabbed a hold of him, clinging to him like his life depended on it. He whispered, "Seto."

Kaiba lifted his head, looking at him, "Please don't leave me."

Yugi knew the man was tired and not thinking straight to reveal such deep feelings. He swept the brown hair out of the face, stating, "I promise I will be by your side." He would even if the relationship fail between them. He would still help the man with everything. Kaiba released his hold, laying there as he slowly stood up. He went into the kitchen, limping a little more. He saw it was going on six. He walked back and handed the medication and water to Kaiba who was sitting up. He shut off his alarm, knowing it would go off soon. He sat down and asked, "Do you get the nightmares often?"

Kaiba glanced at him, sighing, "More so when Mokuba and I are fighting. It has been a rough ten years between us."

"Your ex didn't say anything?"

"She yelled for me waking her up and I didn't plan to tell her."

Before Yugi could speak, his phone blared to life. He sighed, "My mother." He answered as Kaiba stood up. He answered, "Hello mom." He pulled the phone away and asked, "Do you know how to make coffee?" Kaiba glared at him and walked into the kitchen.

"You have company, Yugi?" Emi asked.

"Yes."

"Did you have sex?"

"MOM!"

"Oh, Yugi, you are not a teenager anymore."

"Yes, but talking about my sex life with my mother is still weird." Yugi replied, to have Kaiba raise an eyebrow at him, standing still in his tracks. His mother laughed.

Emi sighed, "Yes, yes, dear. I was calling to check in on you. I have some meetings and won't be able to call you later."

"I'm fine."

"You sound more than fine."

"Mother."

"All right. I won't bring it up again. Oh Akio, is telling you to order your food and supplies. He is worried you are holding out on it."

"I plan to place the order soon. Please tell him thank you again."

"Akio considers you as a son, Yugi. He never had children and adores you. I wish you would let him help you more."

"Well, about that. I invested in a business deal. I'm going to see how that works out. I might not need the help."

"Oh, that is wonderful. I'll wish the best with it."

Yugi stared at the almost naked man who was staring at him in a deep thoughtful way. He, on the other hand, was checking the toned body out. He said his goodbyes to his mother and limped toward the kitchen. Kaiba followed and he poured them coffee. He sat down, not sure what to say. They had a rough night.

Kaiba refused to look at him, speaking, "What I told you, Mokuba…"

Yugi finished the statement, "doesn't know." Kaiba nodded his head and Yugi could tell the man was very tense. He laid his hand over the tan one, stating firmly, "I will not tell him. I won't tell anyone." Kaiba glanced at him and nodded his head, the tension slowly disappearing. He asked, "I was wondering, why even get involved with another male after that?"

Kaiba chuckled, "Before the final duel between you and the Pharoah, I gain memories of Seth. Seems they were an item. Let's say it was very vivid." Kaiba paused and stated strained, "Though I doubt I could bottom. It would be…"

Yugi stated, knowing what Kaiba meant, "Seto, I wouldn't think it. I never picture it that way between us and also, you have to realize I have limitations to be in a relationship now." Kaiba snorted, but he continued, "I could not really perform that act between us. Well, unless you ride me, but like I said I can't picture it that way." Before more words could be said, Kaiba's cell phone blared.

Kaiba sighed, annoyed, "Kaiba speaking." There was a pause and the man spoke again, "Tell them I'll be there within an hour. They can wait in the office or come back."

Yugi laughed as the phone was hung up quickly. He took a slip of coffee as he stated, "Business calls."

Kaiba answered, "Mokuba and Aoi are there looking for me."

"Will you be okay to see them?"

"I will as long as I can take a hot shower before facing them. Do you mind?"

"Go right ahead."

"What are your plans today?"

"Kane will walk me to the bank and then open the shop. I'll have the papers and check ready before you leave."

"Good."

"Mixing business and pleasure together." Yugi chuckled. Kaiba gave him a smirk and shrugged his shoulders. He let Kaiba shower as he went over the paperwork. He signed all the forms and wrote out the check for KaibaCorp. He knew this deal was not something he could pass up. Even with the ten percent sale that goes to KaibaCorp, he would still have profit to pay his medical bills. It was a start of something good. He looked up to see Kaiba dressing in his suit. Yes, something good for once. He walked Kaiba to the door as he handed over the paperwork and check. Kaiba stood there forever. He asked, "Seto?" Kaiba turned to him, lifting his chin as the man bent down. The lips were sealed with a deep, caring kiss. Before he could question more, Kaiba was out the door.