Rewriting the Soul

Chapter 09

Suspicion

He turned the page reading closely and carefully, eyeing each and every sentence and reading everything there was to read. This was their third meeting together and it was nearing two months since their pact. Still, it was wise to be wary and remain focused on his associate.

It was silent though, even as they exchanged upgrades and updated one another on certain policies and/or new developments in each company. It was an unpleasant, screeching silence that you couldn't help but 'hear'.

Pegasus noticed it about an hour in to their meeting. The impassive brunette hid his discomfort brilliantly behind a blank expression. He didn't want to make small talk with him anyway- though he did have questions he wanted to ask.

"Going with this plan here, would be the safest bet." Pegasus reminded.

Kaiba studied over it one more time before placing it down onto the coffee table. Picking up another folder he smirked lightly, "If we go with this one, there is a chance that we'd make double improvements than that one." He countered, opening up the folder and pulling out a small stack of stapled papers.

The other shook his head hesitant, "But it's a gamble. If it doesn't grab enough attention, we'd be losing money." He responded. "There's no guarantee that plan will work."

Kaiba raised his finger; "There are no guarantees in life, Pegasus. If you go through life playing it safe" he smirked and stood to his feet suddenly feeling a bit stirred, "You'll end up missing the most exhilarating experiences of your life." He educated. A few seconds of unresponsive silence passed. Kaiba then tossed the papers onto the table and checked his watch, "I have to get back to the company. Look over the plans and choose one of the two and go with it."

Pegasus placed his folder down and stood as well, "Do you want me to call you once I've decided?" He asked as the other grabbed his suitcase.

Kaiba turned his back to Pegasus and shook his head, "You waste so much time making up your mind on something as simple as this. I don't have time to wait for your answer, just pick one and go with it. I'll have my secretary call you Monday for an update." He declared and left the hotel room soon after.

Pegasus sighed and stared down at the pile of folders and blueprints. Sitting down once more he went over the options and views of both scenarios. "Kaiba's plan is too risky…" He quietly reminded himself.

Kaiba entered the elevator and pressed the button for the first floor. 'Leaving this to Pegasus is also a risk but it's a good way to find out whether his intentions are good or have been bad all along. Of course, he's smart so he might not try anything just yet…' Soon the doors opened and he stepped out. As he headed to his car, a man happened to glance his way and spot him.

"Excuse me, you're Mr. Kaiba right?" The voice called out, as the man rushed over quickly.

The brunette threw his briefcase in the back of his car and inwardly rolled his eyes, "Listen, I don't have time to spare talking to a meddlesome reporter like you." He stated, turning around and fixing the stranger with an irritated glare.

The other chuckled and nodded his head in the negative, "No, I'm not a reporter- I hate them. No, I'm actually here to see Pegasus Crawford." He explained, "He told me he was going to see you today but I didn't think I'd get the chance to meet you myself."

Kaiba looked the man up and down before replying, "What is your relation with Pegasus?" He asked suspiciously.

The man blinked, "Oh, I'm a close friend of his. My name's Charles, here. I'll be here in Japan for a while so perhaps we could set up a meeting some time." He suggested, handing him his card.

Kaiba took it and stared confusingly, "You are a friend of Pegasus'?" He repeated, still quite doubtful.

The man nodded, "I'm sure you're in a hurry so I won't keep you any longer but," He paused and his face suddenly became very serious, "I think it'd be good if we could sit down and discuss some things." He said before turning around and walking away.

Kaiba's eyes fell onto his hands, he raised an eyebrow at the business card. "Charles Wilson… Attorney at law?" Kaiba looked up at the man's retreating form and frowned. With a boast of questions now roaming through his head, he turned and got in his car. After placing the card in his pocket, he grabbed his keys and started up his car.


Kaiba Corporation

Mokuba Kaiba's Office

Mokuba slumped down into the chair drumming his fingers on his desk. "What's taking her so long?" He muttered to himself, as he took in a deep breath and exhaled heavily.

And just as he said that Ms. Rayne opened the door. "Excuse me, Mr. Kaiba," She started out holding two files in her hands. Mokuba stood up quickly and ran over to her. She closed the door and held out the files, "This is the information we've found so far, sir."

Mokuba hesitated before accepting the stack of folders. "Have you spoken to my brother about this?" He asked cautiously, but she shook her head softly. He sighed, "With all this talk about him and Pegasus working together and the added work, he doesn't have time to worry about this. Please, don't tell him about this all right?"

She nodded, "With all do respect sir, your brother is my boss. I will eventually have to inform him of this." She stated. "I am digging up information about his contact, personal information- if he or Mr. Crawford suspect or find out, I will have to tell the whole truth." She informed.

Mokuba nodded, "I know. I will tell Seto, but since he's joined up with Pegasus, his work has increased and so he doesn't have enough time to worry about this. Once I gain enough information, I'll discuss this with my brother. In the mean time please don't say a word." He implored.

Her hands fell to her sides and she smiled lightly, "Mr. Pegasus' has been laying low ever since those monsters mysteriously appeared some years ago. On the outside, his life seems normal but there are certain things throughout those years where there've been notes of strange activities and sudden leaves to secluded areas. Those papers are more detailed, there's nothing that would suspect him of being deceitful or threatening to Kaiba Corporation. I'll continue investigating for more information on him though."

Mokuba smiled, "Thank you so much." He replied with sincere gratitude. She nodded and soon left the office.

He stood there and frowned at what was in his hands. He was grateful that he had been there the day his brother hired Ms. Rayne. Otherwise he'd never know she used to be a private detective – a very good one at that. He placed the documents on his desk and sat down a bit tense all of a sudden.

Part of him actually hoped he wouldn't find anything. That he'd be wrong about this and Pegasus wasn't out for revenge because, if he were, they wouldn't be able to stop him. If Pegasus had some sort of magic there was nothing he or his brother could do. He feared the outcome of these documents, but he had to read them. "Seto may be willing to go into this deal blind, but I can't." 'And won't…' As he opened the first folder, his cell-phone rang. Startled, he almost fell out of his chair.

"H-hello?" He asked, still a bit shocked.

"Hey, it's me. Where are you?"

He breathed in relieved, "I'm at Kaiba Corp. Is your meeting over?" He asked, regaining his composure.

"Yeah, it ended a while ago…"

Mokuba raised an eyebrow, as his older brother seemed to trail off a bit at the end. "Did everything go okay?" He asked slightly alarmed.

"Just like any other meeting. Are- what are you doing at Kaiba Corp.?"

He bit his lip and tried to think of something, "I was nearby and I dropped in to see if you'd come back yet. But I'm about to head home. What about you?"

"I'm on my way there. I suppose I'll see you at home then."

"'Kay. Later."

"Bye."

Mokuba hung up his phone and stared down at the compiled notes. 'Seto sounded weird on the phone… Hope everything did go okay and he's not just lying to me…' He sighed, "He better not be."


Kaiba put the phone in his pocket, 'Charles Wilson… Is Pegasus really up to something?' He slowed to a stop at a red light. Drumming his hands on the steering wheel he narrowed his eyes, "If he is, then Mokuba was right all along…" '… And I just put him in danger…' He inwardly chided.