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A/N: So here is chapter four! I had fun writing this because I got to play around with Haou and Yusei's characters heehee I realize this chapter might be slightly boring as not a whole lot happens...I was trying to build up Judai and Yusei's interaction with each other a little because Yusei will play a major role in this story...later. Also, JudaixJohan moments were lacking but it kicks back into gear next chapter lol so please enjoy! ;)

Stained Glass

Chapter 4

-.Deep Purple.-

"For the restlessness you felt and how I wish I could have been there to ease it."

The dim glow of the streetlamps shed an eerie light on the streets as delicate flakes of pure white snow fell on the tainted ground below. For Yusei Fudo, time seemed to slow right down, making all those little details rather apparent. The man approaching him was now close enough to make out his face. Bright, yellow eyes were staring right at him, clearly giving a warning...You'd better get the fuck out of my way. Yeah, this guy was clearly all about business and Yusei didn't like the aura coming off of him right now. Still, he stood his ground.

When they were almost an arms length away from each other, Yusei called out to him, "What are you planning on doing with that man?"

The yellow eyes sharpened, "That is none of your concern." When Yusei responded by putting his fists up the man smirked, "I wouldn't do that if I were you, I have no time to play. Get in my way and you die."

Yusei had to admit that he was rattled now, this man was dangerous. Maybe it was time to try another approach. He summed up his courage, "Your right, we don't have time. That person you are holding needs immediate medical attention." Yusei managed to hold in a gasp as he witnessed the eyes of the man before him flicker quickly, from furious yellow to a worried, deep brown and then back again.

The brunette before him literally growled, "I know that!" His yellow eyes were blazing, glaring right at Yusei's purple ones, "Don't take me for a fool; I will eliminate anyone who gets in my way! Including you, boy." He spat the last word, it dripped with venom.

Yusei couldn't believe the reaction, sensing a possible weakness he decided to press his luck, "I know you've been trying to hide it but I noticed your limp earlier. I can help you; I just want to get that man to a hospital." As he expected, the man's eyes put on that same show again. Yusei clenched his teeth and cursed, the eyes looked like they were going back to yellow still. So he pulled a last gutsy move, "...he's dying."

That seemed to do it. The brunette bowed his molten yellow eyes downwards. No emotion could be seen, at least at first. When he turned his eyes to the man cradled in his arms, those same eyes that showed so much hatred, looked nothing but remorseful. It was obvious the teal haired man meant something to this guy...Yusei swore that yellow gaze was trying to apologize for something...like he had failed him. He didn't get to dwell on it much, in a flicker the eyes were completely a warm brown color.

The brunette looked up, "Who are you and why do you want to help?"

Yusei straightened, "I'm Yusei Fudo, I'm from Satellite and mean no member of NEOS any harm. It's evident that man needs help..." He paused, trying to gather his thoughts,"... and I just want to do the right thing." He locked his eyes with the man before him, hoping he would understand.

Judai met his gaze and nodded his head, "Alright. I don't have much choice but you seem like a good person with a strong heart." He paused slightly and hesitantly held out the man in his arms towards Yusei, "Every second counts, we better get moving." Yusei cautiously walked up to the taller guy and gingerly took the man from his arms. After making sure Yusei could handle the weight Judai gave him one, don't even think of running away look before he began to lead the way, moving fast despite the limp. Managing to keep up just fine, Yusei spared a glance to the man in his arms. He had sworn a long time ago that he would never again walk away from a person in need, a strong determination flared in his eyes. Never again.

The clanking of their shoes on the metal floor echoed immensely as they ran through the tunnels.

The brunette turned behind him to look at Yusei, he had multiple times since they took off but this time he actually said something, "You said you're from Satellite, if that's true then how is it you were in Neo Domino?"

The younger was assuming this question would come up eventually, "These tunnels...I found an entrance a few months ago and have been exploring them since."

Judais eyes widened, "Where did you find the entrance?"

Yusei continued, "Near my shop, in an alley."

The brunette turned back to facing forward, "Later you will have to show us, that entrance will have to be destroyed."

Yusei hid the disappointment in his eyes, but he would be lying if he said he didn't see something like that coming, "Right."

Finally, after what seemed like forever, the brunette ahead of him stopped at a dead end. Yusei looked around; there were no ladders or doors from what he could see. The NEOS member turned and faced him with a serious look in his eyes. Shit! Was this all just a trap to get him cornered, he tightened his grip on the man in his arms.

Judai looked dead into the young boys purple eyes, "What you're about to see is very secret. If any of it were to leak out it would be fatal not only to NEOS but Satellite as well. I suggest you keep anything and everything you see today to yourself..." Yusei noticed the brunette reach down towards his knife holster, "Feel me?" Yusei nodded his head. Judai smiled and moved his hand. He then turned back to the wall in front of him, he did some things Yusei couldn't see and suddenly the wall moved! His eyes widened but he followed as the brunette walked on.

What they strolled into was what Yusei assumed had to be another tunnel, because they hadn't ascended any stairs. This tunnel didn't bare the same metal outlining as the previous ones, it had elegant grey walls and a solid cheery wood border, almost like what you'd find in a nice house. The hallway was bare however and was big enough for two people to walk side by side. For convenience, Yusei figured. At the end of this tunnel were two possible exits, a staircase that led up and a staircase that led down. An elevator was also placed suitably nearby. Something told Yusei that they'd be taking the staircase down, making them go further underground. He was right.

The staircase was lengthy and narrow, opposite of the former hallway. Man, he thought they were underground before, this was way underground. It wasn't too long before another metal door greeted them. The brunette did his thing and the door opened, revealing a quaint and elegant area with many sofas and comfy chairs. There were tiny glass tables and a cute little fireplace. It reminded Yusei of a waiting room. There wasn't a desk but there were two big mahogany doors and he jumped when they flew open.

"Judai, you're finally here!" A short man huffed, "We saw you coming with the security cameras. I've made the necessary preparations." He fixed his glasses and looked a Yusei warily, "We can bring Johan in immediately."

Judai looked at the short guy, "Thanks Sho and don't worry about him," he motioned at Yusei. "He helped bring Johan here."

Sho still looked slightly worried, "Alright...um, then would you mind helping bring Johan into the operating room?"

Yusei nodded, "Of course." Judai went ahead and pushed the huge doors open. Sho led the way and Yusei tried hard not to let his mouth drop to the floor. The place was decked out! You couldn't even compare it to the old-fashioned style room they had just been in. This was high class, hard core technology. Machines of every kid were everywhere. Yusei also noted that hardly any of the equipment was over a year old, he worked with left over junk all the time and he could easily distinguish the models. No doubt, this place could easily measure up to those hospitals in Neo-Domino, even if it was significantly smaller.

Sho's voice was now one of utter seriousness, "Place him on this stretcher please. I can take him to the room from here. You guys haven't been sanitized and I don't want the room contaminated." Yusei complied and paced the teal haired man down gently.

Judai looked at the shorter man, his eyes desperate, "Johan...his eyes were damaged. I don't know how bad but-

The blue haired boy shushed him, "I'll do everything I can, I promise. He's in good hands, I'm still not confident in many things but I am confident in my skills as a doctor."

Judai smiled, "Yes, I know he's in good hands."

Sho smiled back, "I must get the surgery started, Rei will be assisting me and I'll have her keep you posted."

The brunette had gratitude written all over his face, "Thank you Sho."

The doctor nodded his head and then wheeled the stretcher into the OR. Judai didn't move for some time and then a light above the door flickered green, informing that surgery had started. Now it was completely and literally, out of their hands.

Yusei was awkwardly sitting in one of the lavish chairs, he had been right, this was a waiting room. Glancing at Judai, whose name he now finally knew, he felt rather helpless. On the outside the brunette looked calm, but Yusei could see through his eyes that his mind was not at ease. One could only imagine what he was going through.

Yusei was slightly startled when the brunette spoke up, "I owe you a great deal for what you've done for Johan...and me today. Thank you."

Yusei shook his head, "I only did what was right."

Judai looked at him, "Yes, I wish I could let you go but you will have to stay here till things get sorted and settled."

Yusei met Judai's gaze, "I kind of figured...but its fine." He turned to the doors, "I want to know what happens to Johan."

Judai stared hard at the younger boy's purple eyes and frowned slightly, "...I see, but don't worry. I'll make sure your stay here won't be a long one.

Yusei wanted to say he wasn't worried about it but supposed it was for him to say how long he could stay anyway. Truth was, he could use a break from his normal life for a little while. He just had his D-Wheel stolen from that bastard Jack Atlas, (Or Jack Ass Atlas as he preferred to call him) and his buddies were talking on starting up a new D-Wheel. Sure, Yusei wanted to go find that prick and teach him a lesson but he just wasn't up for building a brand new D-Wheel so soon. It was like if your old cat died, you don't just go and buy a new cat right away and expect it to be the same. No, Yusei needed a little time to just breathe.

What seemed like hours passed and not another word was shared between the two. Yusei stared at Judai and was wondering if he maybe said something wrong...then again he wasn't really starting conversation either was he. He looked away in defeat but then, slowly and quietly the mahogany doors opened. Yusei and Judai both instantly straightened. From the door came a petite woman, her long, black hair was tied up in a high ponytail. She let the door close behind her as she approached the two.

She looked at them, "The surgery is complete and Johan is now resting, he made it through alright." A dual sigh could be heard from the two men. "If you want, you guys can go see him." Yusei stood up but instantly caught Judai looking at him, he went to sit back down.

The brunette shook his head and smiled slightly, "Come on Yusei, I owe you remember?"

Yusei stood up fully, "Alright..." So, Judai was doing this out of obligation? Probably, Even though the brunette had said nothing bad against him to the others, Yusei could still tell Judai had defences put up around him.

They followed Rei and she led them to an area in the ward that had three hospital style beds lined up against a wall. Johan was occupying the middle one. Judai picked up his pace and made over to the bed rather fast.

Rei started fiddling slightly with her clipboard, "He's sleeping, and most likely won't wake up for a few hours at least."

Judai scanned Johan from head to toe. He was now dressed in a hospital type gown and had some wires hooked up to him, so that his condition could be monitored. What bothered Judai the most was the neatly wrapped dressing covering Johan's eyes.

Noticing Judai lingering Yusei spoke up, "How are his eyes? Can he still see?"

Rei looked to him and then to Judai, "Sho will be here in a bit to go over the details but I believe his eye sight was saved..."

On que, Sho entered the room. His doctor's coat was clean and there was no indication he had just performed surgery, "Judai, I need to talk to you."

Judai nodded and glanced at Rei. She nodded back and went up to Yusei, "I'll escort our guest back to the waiting room for now."

Once again, Yusei wanted to say something but knew it wasn't his place. He looked at the teal haired man on the bed one last time before he followed the shorter woman out of the ward.

After they had left Judai turned to Sho, "How is he, really?"

Sho cleaned his glasses with his coat, "He is fine. There was no damage to his organs or other parts of his body aside from his eyes..."

Judai looked at him worriedly, "Can he see? Were you able to save his eyesight?"

Sho looked up gravely, "I'm afraid we won't know for now. I did what I could and I feel that he should be able to see. We will have to wait for him to recover."

Judai's eyes dimed, "...right." He then walked up to the bed and placed his hand on Johan's. He knelt down and rested his head on his other arm.

Sho put his glasses back on, "Ah...I can grab you a chair Judai."

Judai didn't reply, just continued to stare at the sleeping figure and slowly rubbed the motionless hand. He was trying hard to will away the tears stinging at his eyes buut his facade was starting to break, and he couldn't hide his worry anymore. The tears silently streamed down his face and on to the crisp hospital sheets. Sho had to turn away, he wiped at his own tears that were now falling. Why did this have to happen? How on earth would he tell Judai?

Okay, so there were exactly 50 stones used to make up the fireplace and there were exactly 78 little stitches used to sow one arm on this chair. Not that Yusei cared. This room was driving him crazy and he didn't know how much longer he could put up being here.

A voice called out to him from across the room, it was the black haired girl, "You seem rather anxious..."

Yusei glanced up at her, "Well, yeah...I'd like to know what happened."

She seemed to be looking apologetically at him, "I shouldn't be telling you anything, you are a stranger here..."

He countered, "You called me guest earlier."

She laughed, "Your gona be stuck here for awhile, that's why."

He glanced away, "Well then, I guess I'll find out eventually."

Rei couldn't help but feel bad; she could tell this boy was a good person, "We are sure we saved his eyesight..."

Yusei looked up, purple eyes questioning, "You don't sound sure."

She sighed, "We can't be sure until he's recovered; hopefully there is nothing to worry about..."

The dark haired boy stared at her seriously, "What could happen...?"

Glancing at her clipboard Rei said above a whisper, "Sho is sure we saved Johan's actual eye sight...what he's worried about is the possibility of too much damages to his cones."

Yusei knew this was serious but had no idea what she was talking about, "Cones?"

Rei looked back up to him, "Your eyes are made up of both rods and cones, I won't go into detail but basically Sho is worried that..." She momentarily paused, like she didn't want to say it, but she took in a breath and continued, "...There is a good chance that Johan could possibly be color blind."

Chapter 4 End

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