And here we go with the second to last chapter. I want to thank you all for your kind reviews. I'm glad everyone is liking this story. This was going to be the last chapter originally, but I think I'll add one more only because you all are being very nice to me. I'll update the last chapter sometime tomorrow as soon as I can get it up. Anyway let's get this chapter started.

Warnings: Violence and semi-torture


Chapter Nine

The next morning Kaiba awoke to find that Jou surrendered to the slumber that was calling him. He frowned at how pale Jou had gotten with his lack of nutrients. He didn't want to go back in time. Jou was finally healing, but he knew that the only way to calm his fear was to ease the thing he feared the most. The problem was trying to find this man and destroy him before Jou noticed. Kaiba reached over for the pad and pen that sat next to the phone on the nightstand. He scribbled a quick note asking Jou to join him for breakfast and informed him that he'd be working from home today. Kaiba rose carefully. He needed some time to research that despicable man. He managed to sneak out of the room and down to his study without waking Jou. The first thing that he did was calling his secretary informing her that he would not be in today and to cancel all his meetings. Kaiba had three that day, but right at that moment, Jou was number one. He paged Roland to his office before searching through his security cameras. Roland came in carrying Kaiba's usual cup of coffee, setting it down next to the computer screen. "Thank you," Kaiba replied, taking a few sips. "Did you find anything?"

"Mimi informed me that while she was tending the garden a few days ago she spotted a tall man, standing by the back gate. When she approached him he ran off. I'm sure the back camera would have gotten a good image of him."

Kaiba switched the security to search. "What day?"

"Monday around two in the afternoon. This would have been the day before whatever happened to Mr. Jounouchi."

"That guy who kidnapped him was back. He demanded Jou to bring him one million dollars. When he did, he raped him again, but Jou isn't reacting like he did last time thankfully. He did have a knife, but never used it."

"We need to get this guy," Roland hissed.

"Agreed, but Jou wants me to let it go." Kaiba chuckled. "He should have known I'd never just let something like this go." Stopping the disk at the right time, Kaiba saw the man staring through the barred gate with his back turned to the hidden camera in the tree he stood in front of. Kaiba switched to the camera by the garden and zoomed it, retrieving a good image of the kidnapper. He printed the image and handed it to Roland. "Any connections you have or favors you can pull. I want his location."

"Yes, Mr. Kaiba." Roland bowed and left the study a mere few seconds later. He knew Kaiba never had to tell him what to do. He was going to find this man even if it meant strangling every man that was in that night club. He'd try the police first, knowing a few detectives that owed him some favors. If this guy was a criminal, he was sure that the man would have a record. He needed a name first. A name that he could etch on a tombstone.

Kaiba stared at the image for the longest time. He trusted Roland to find the information he needed. Clicking off the security system, Kaiba decided to check his e-mail and at least pretend he was working. He managed to answer all the e-mails and work on a few reports before Jou walked into the study. "Good morning," he commented casually saving all his progress.

"Morning," Jou mumbled back.

"How about some lunch since we are closer to noon?"

Jou shrugged. He wasn't too hungry, but he knew he had to eat. Kaiba wouldn't take no for an answer. Kaiba walked over and kissed Jou's cheek. "What's the matter?"

"Still sleeping I suppose."

"Do you need me to call Derek?"

Jou shook his head. He was grateful for Kaiba's doctor, but he didn't want to talk about what happened just yet. He felt dirty, but he knew deep down that everything was going to be okay. It seemed like what Derek drilled into his head almost a year ago was reminding him that rape is a horrible act on a person, but that doesn't mean it's the end of life. He recovered once, and he was sure he could do it again. He smiled slyly at Kaiba who bent down to shut his computer off. He had a very attractive lover to help him through this. He pinched himself for the sudden thought and followed Kaiba down to the dining room. "You're not going to drug me again," Jou commented as he watched Kaiba blushed slightly.

"No, but sorry about that."

Jou laughed. "I mean you could if you think that would be kinkier." Jou instantly covered his mouth and stared at the frozen CEO. "I didn't mean to say that."

Kaiba was shocked that Jou would even suggest sex games so soon after his rape so casually. It shocked him speechless. "Are you okay? Maybe you're in denial."

"Seto, I just think that our relationship shouldn't be hurt by this."

"I don't think you're handling this well. I mean I didn't want to be close to anyone after Gozaburo hurt me even if it was just a beating."

"Seto, please let me handle it on my own. I want to prove to myself that I can overcome things on my own without you backing me. I love you, but please let me do this."

Kaiba smiled and held the chair back for him to sit down first. "That's the Jou I know. How could I resist you when you ask so nicely?" The lunch was quiet and consisted of a variety of finger sandwiches, salad, and fresh fruit for dessert. The two talked quietly about Kaiba Corp and what they thought about the new college. Kaiba didn't push Jou and further. He could tell that even though Jou was smiling, he was still thinking about what happened a few days ago.

After lunch Kaiba returned to the study, finishing all the reports while Jou sat on the black leather couch across from his desk, reading a book. The phone rang just as Kaiba opened his e-mail account again. "Kaiba."

"I found him, Mr. Kaiba."

"Oh?" Kaiba snuck a look at Jou before staring at the screen.

"Is he in the room with you?"

"Yes."

"Okay. The man's name is Hiro Takashi. He lives not too far from the nightclub that you found Mr. Jounouchi in. I just verified the address and saw him inside. What are my orders, sir."

Kaiba smirked. "Don't do anything. I'll be right there."

"Understood. The house is on Sakura street. I'm parked two blocks away."

"Okay. I'll be right there." Kaiba glanced up at Jou. "Something is going wrong with one of the gaming systems. I'm going to head down there for a few hours to fix it. When I get back, we'll have pizza and a movie. How is that? Mokuba is staying with his friend for the rest of the week."

"Oh, okay. Can I choose the movie?"

"Sure." Kaiba grabbed his jacket and kissed Jou goodbye. "See you soon." Kaiba just about ran out of the door. Vengeance rolled through his skin along with images of what he'd do to this Hiro guy for arming his Jou not once but twice. He used the GPS in his car to locate Roland's exact position. He pulled over a few blocks away from him and walked the rest of the way.

Leaning against the passenger side of the car, Kaiba heard Roland rolling down the window. "He's alone right about now, but I don't know for how long."

"Then I suggest we hurry. Which house?"

"The beige and light blue one with the white picket fence. Kaiba nodded and started walking toward it.

He didn't bother knocking or hiding his approach. He kicked the door in with enough force that knocked it halfway off the hinges. He heard someone yelling profanities from a few rooms down. Walking quickly and moving into the room blocking Hiro's retreat, Hiro smirked and crossed his arms. "Looks like rich boy didn't like me playing with his toy again." Kaiba glared not giving him the stratification of a replay. "What's this? Cat got your tongue?"

Within a second, Kaiba slammed the man against the wall. "No one touches what is mine."

"Okay, okay. You can have the money back," the man stuttered too concerned with saving his own life.

"What made you think I cared about the money?"

"I'll never go after him again. I swear."

"Now you're getting closer. Unfortunately, I want compensation for the damage you did."

"Sure anything you want."

Kaiba smirked. "Anything, huh?" Roland walked up behind Kaiba and handed him a knife. "Let's see. The damage done to Jou cost a fortune to fix. I think I know just what to do to you." Kaiba released the man before turning the knife downward and with one swift motion, he sliced opened the man's pants and cut his penis off. The man screamed and fell on the floor, blood rushing out of the wound. Kaiba reached down for the lifeless member. He turned the man around and shoved it into the man's anal. Not finished with his torture, he dragged the man over to a chair and tied him to it, forcing him to sit on it, pushing it further inside of him. "If you live, I don't want to ever see you near my house, my lover, my company, or myself. If you do come near us, I'll do more than change your gender. Don't even bother telling the police that I did this. They would never believe you"

Kaiba left, making sure to take the knife with him. Roland dialed the police and informed them about a man's scream being heard near the address they just left. "Thank you, Roland," Kaiba said, walking back to his car. He drove quickly to his office and took the private elevator that lead directly to his office. He knew that his secretary wouldn't be there anymore and quietly snuck into his office, purposely avoiding all cameras. He didn't want proof of the blood on him. After washing himself off, and putting the knife back into his collection, Kaiba burned his clothes that he was wearing in the bathtub, washing away the ashes and started back home.

Kaiba walked back into the house a few hours after he left. Jou sat in the living room, holding up an action movie. Kaiba laughed. "I should have figured you'd want to watch something with a lot of action and shooting."

"What happened to the clothes you were wearing when you left?"

"Grease and oil spilt all over them. I sent them to the cleaners and got new clothes from my office."

"So, Mr. CEO himself does do dirty work."

Kaiba smacked him in the head after he put the movie in. "You know that I couldn't let someone else work on something that I'd do better on my own."

"Of course." Jou leaned against Kaiba and walked the movie while his lover ordered pizza and waited for it. They were halfway through the movie before Roland walked in, carrying the pizza. He informed them that he met the delivery boy on the way in. Kaiba offered some of the pizza to Roland who took a few pieces and sat enjoying the movie with him. Kaiba felt more at ease and enjoyed the movie better than he ever had in his life. Everything felt like it should be.


Alright. That's the end of that chapter. One more chapter to go. I should have it up as soon as possible. Thank you for reading please review.

Angel Dove