A/N: Since the last chapter was short I decided to put up the next one up.

Disclaimer: I don't own Yu-Gi-OH!

Warnings: This chapter is basically a robbery scene. If you don't like hostage situations or guns, do not read this chapter. There is NO bloodshed in this chapter, but I wanted to warn you about gun use and a hostage situation. Thank you. (This actually happened at the restaurant I recently worked at, so that was my inspiration.)

Chapter 6: The Robbery

Atemu entered the diner, releasing the soft ringing of the bells. Yugi looked up from the counter, smiling which her usual smile.

"Good morning Atemu."

"Good morning Yugi."

"What can I get you today?" She asked, pouring his some coffee.

"French toast please." He slipped into his usual seat.

"Did you get that Taji?"

The cook nodded and got to work.

"So," Atemu began, trying not to sound to nosy, "how was the convention with Otogi?"

Yugi sighed. "Let's just say he won't be coming around any longer."

Atemu's eyes darkened. "What did he do?"

"Calm down Atemu. He just got a job."

"Did Kaiba finally call him?"

"No, he got a job at Illusion Industries. He will be in America."

The two stopped conversing as the sound of bells reached their ears. Atemu nodded, knowing that Yugi had to get back to work. She smiled before walking away from him. The man walked cautiously towards the counter, near the seat by the register.

"May I help you sir?"

The man's face was hidden by the rim of his hat. He was dressed in a large brown overcoat which reached the floor.

Atemu glanced over at the man. He didn't like how he was standing, hands in his pocket, head handing low. He readied himself for the unexpected.

The guest lifted his head, meeting eyes with Yugi. Her smile disappeared as she saw the remainder of his face was covered by a scarf.

Without warning the man removed a pistol from his pocket. The pistol was aimed at the young girl's chest. Yugi raised her hands in response, scared to do anything else.

"Get me the money." The man motioned with the gun to the register.

Atemu had turned as the sight of the gun. He began to get out of his seat when the deadly weapon pointed at him.

"Don't even think about moving," he aimed once again for Yugi, "or she dies."

Atemu gritted his teeth in anger, but obliged his command. He hated seeing Yugi in this kind of situation, but did not want to risk her death. The gunned man did receive a death glare from him.

Ignoring the silent threat, the man returned his focus to the girl. Yugi stood frozen, unsure of what to do next.

"You. The register. Now."

Yugi hesitated at the request. The sight of the pistol, and its possibilities, prevented her to move. Fear had engulfed her body and soul. Her inability to move agitated the robber.

"I said the register. NOW!" He raised the weapon to her head. Yugi's eyes widen in fear as she stared at the pistol. Her mind had completely gone blank.

Atemu looked at Yugi, noticing her fear frozen stance. Anger caused him to clench his fists. The desire to punch the man was great, but he didn't act. He didn't want to challenge the robber's earlier threat. Atemu returned his focus back on the robber. He noticed that the man was growing impatient. I need to do something before he snaps.

"Yugi, do as he says."

Yugi turned her head towards Atemu. His heart broke at the trepidation in her eyes. He nodded, telling her to go on.

The waitress inhaled deeply before walking towards the register. She grabbed the keys from her pocket. She nervously fiddled with the jingling metal before finding her objective. Gripping it tightly with her fingertips, she placed the key into the key hole. A quick twist of her wrist and the drawer flew open.

Satisfied, the robber shoved Yugi from the register. She stumbled backwards by the force. She watched in silence as the man grabbed what little bills occupied the register. A tug on her arm forced her focus elsewhere. She turned to see Atemu, a finger raised to his lips. He motioned her to follow around the opposite side of the counter. She didn't nod, but Atemu knew she understood. She took his hand, ready to follow him. That is when the sound of a gunshot ceased their movements.

"You, take me to the back office."

The robber grabbed her arm. Yugi tensed at the unwanted contact. Atemu, still holding her hand, felt her fear. He was ready to throttle the man until he felt a hand on his chest. He looked down to see Yugi's face. The fear in her eyes seemed to have subsided. Instead, they were telling him to let go and stay calm. He didn't want to leave her, but he agreed, releasing her hand.

She nodded before leaving his side. The man waved the gun at Atemu.

"Don't you dare follow us."

Atemu clenched his fists again, angry that he couldn't do anything. He watched the two disappear into the kitchen. Noticing he was alone, pulled out his phone. Flipping it open he began to dial the police, when a burly voice stopped him.

"Already been done."

Atemu twisted his head to see Taji who was looking at him through the service window. The cook nodded his head to reaffirm his response. Atemu nodded in reply, closing his phone. Taji quietly walked through the kitchen door, entering the dining area. He nudged his head towards the door, signaling to Atemu. The customer hesitated, still worried about Yugi. Taji grabbed his sleeve, pushing his notion. Reluctantly, Atemu followed him. The two walked towards the door, only to stop when they heard the kitchen door open.

Yugi appeared before them, holding her left arm and panting. Atemu rushed over to her.

"What happened?" He asked in a hushed worried tone.

"We need to get out of here." Yugi replied, not wanting to talk about it just yet.

The three turned only to find the police at the front door.

"Someone called about a robbery?"

"Yes," Taji replied, "the robber is currently in the office, and he is armed."

"The three of you get outside."

The three obeyed and went outside. Two officers passed them, weapons in hand, and entered the diner. Yugi shivered at the cool morning air. Atemu, noticing her body movement, removed his jacket.

"Here."

Yugi felt leather cover her bare arms. She looked at Atemu, who smiled in reply. He could still see remnants of fear in her eyes, but he kept his smile for her. She returned a smile, although not as sunny as her normal smile.

"What happened?" Atemu asked again.

"I would rather you discuss that with me before talking to other members involved."

The two looked at the officer who had spoken. He held a clipboard and a pen.

"Miss, if come with me, I would like you to tell your side of the robbery."

Yugi nodded and followed the officer. Atemu's smile faded and she left. Worry began to occupy his mind.

"Sir?"

Atemu switched his focus to another officer, holding a similar clipboard and pen.

"I would like you to tell me about the incident please."

Atemu nodded and explained what happened. The officer wrote down every detail, asking specific questions to make every detail clear. Finished, he thanked Atemu and left. Atemu returned his focus to Yugi, who was now being examined by a paramedic. Panic set in as he rushed to her side.

Yugi winced in pain as the paramedic touched her arm.

"It seems like your muscles are bruised, but nothing serious." The paramedic began to wrap a bandage around her left arm. "I wouldn't lift trays for awhile."

"I'm not sure if my boss would want me to work at all for awhile."

"Yugi."

Yugi changed her focus at the sound of her name. She smiled at Atemu.

"How are you Atemu?"

"I should be asking you that." He stared at the bandages.

"It's okay. He says that my muscles are only bruised. Nothing's broken."

Atemu let out a silent sigh of relief. The last thing he wanted was Yugi to be hurt.

"Do you have any injuries sir?"

Atemu shook his head. The paramedic nodded and began to pack his things.

"Well, now I have to tell Sachio about this."

"Sachio?"

"My manager and boss."

Atemu nodded. "Did you want to use my phone?"

"No," She looked at her watch, "He should be here shortly."

"He is not going to be happy."

Yugi shook her head, rubbing her arm underneath Atemu's jacket.

"What happened when you were alone with him?"

Yugi sighed. "I went and opened the door to the office. As soon as it was unlocked he pushed me to the ground, hard. That's how I hurt my arm. I fell on it."

Atemu hugged her, being careful of her arm.

"I'm sorry. I should have stopped him."

She leaned into his chest, welcoming the embrace.

"I wouldn't have wanted to get you hurt. I'm just glad it wasn't worse."

Atemu hummed in agreement.

A/N: In the real robbery, the cook did call the police as he hid behind the grill. There were no customers in the restaurant during the robbery, but at least eight workers were involved. The armed perpetrators (there were two of them) were never caught.