Chapter 6! Yay! ...okay I'm done. In this chapter I do a lot of POV switching. I thought it would make more interesting (even though it already it). ^_^ Oh! And I'm going to be calling Joey 'Jou' also. I wanted to do it in the first place but I forgot until now. I like his Japanese name. Katsuya Jounouchi.
Hotaru: Yami, onegai?!
Yami: Iie.
Hotaru: Yami....
Yami: *stares*
Hotaru: Don't make me force you. *holds up a pen and paper*
Yami: *whining* Why me?
Hotaru: B/c you're so kawaii and aishiteru!
Yami: *sighing in defeat* Fine. Hotaru does not own Yu-Gi-Oh. She does own her own characters Miyu and her (Miyu's) foster father. ...Does he have a name?
Hotaru: *giggles nervously* Iie, actually. Demo... I should give him one. I'm tired of writing 'her father'. *thinks for a second* I'll name him ...Kemuri.
Yami: Kemuri?
Hotaru: Hai. It means 'smoke'.
Yami: Dare I ask why?
Hotaru: B/c he can't cook. He pretty much burns everything. Miyu never eats what he attempts to cook.
Yami: I see.
Hotaru: Finish the disclaimer!
Yami: Okay! She owns her characters Kemuri, Miranda Ame and Miyu Subari *grins*. And Yoko Takeshi is Lucky Ruti's along with another character who will be making his appearance in an upcoming chapter.
Hotaru: Arigato, Yami-koi!
Yami: *mumbling* Like I had a choice...
Hotaru: *decides to ignore him this time* I'm backtracking the beginning of this chapter with a little of the last one just so you know. Now on with the fic!
Italics - 'thoughts'
Vampire Blood
~Chapter 6~
~ *Yami's POV* ~
I knew she was scared. I could see it in her eyes. I also saw trust. But why? That I didn't understand and at the same time, I did. There was something about her that triggered my memory. However, they wouldn't tell me.
I lean forward, lightly kissing her neck. She relaxed until I sank my fangs into her throat, drawing blood. I didn't drink much because I was going to have to do this again to complete the transformation. Next time, she would need my blood. She slumped against me as I pulled away, obviously tired. Picking her up I brought her to her room and as I laid her down I thought of taking her home with me. My thoughts were interrupted as I heard the front door open and close. I'd forgotten about the father. Quickly, I placed a neck buckle on her nightstand and a pair of special contacts on her sink in the bathroom that connected to her bedroom. Then, after lightly kissing her forehead, I left.
Now don't you dare think that I turned into a bat and flew away. That is one of the stupidest things I've every heard. Besides that rumor with the garlic. Vampires, I think, if they were to turn into anything that it would be cats because you become more sleek and graceful. [1] But I don't 'change' into anything. As I quietly jump from rooftop to rooftop, I can't help but feel like I'm being watched. I stop on one of the roofs, enjoying the cool breeze for a moment. Shrugging off the weird feeling, I continue on my way.
-Next Morning
~ *Miyu's POV* ~
I groan a bit as I open my eyes, which were glued shut, and rub the sleep from them. I lean up only to shriek and cover my eyes. The blinds were open letting in the sun! 'I'm changing already!' Ignoring the burning feeling, I jump up and close the blinds. Squinting for a second, my eyes finally adjust to the dark.
"Itai," [2] I mumble, sitting on my bed. "Huh?" I pick up the buckle on my nightstand. Must be to cover my bite," I conclude. Upon remembering, I walk into my bathroom to look at it. I think of it as Yami's version of a 'love bite.'
"Miyu! Time to get up!" I growl. Even though it was the weekend Kemuri still wanted me up like it was school. Summer vacation ought to be fun. Rolling my eyes, my gaze lands on the pair of contact lens on my sink. "Miyu!" I jump.
"I'm up," I yell down. I swear, he does it just to spite me. After putting on the contacts (which took me awhile, mind you), I put on the neck buckle, a black T-shirt that says 'Bite Me', and a pair of blue jeans. "Ohayo,"[3] I yell as I race downstairs while putting on my buckle bracelets.
"Buckle fetish?" Kemuri asks, looking at me as I walk into the kitchen. Aside from the ones around my neck and wrists, I was wearing one around my waist (more for show ^_^) and later when I would leave I had a pair of black, short-cut boots that had buckles instead of laces. I nod to him, sitting down at the table. Noticing that he is cooking, I grin wickedly.
"So? what are you charring?"
"Funny," he answered flatly. I giggle, grabbing some cereal. Noticing that I wasn't going to be eating what he was cooking, he frowns slightly, turning back to the stove. "So, did you have fun last night?" I stop abruptly, now beginning to wonder if Yami left before he had seen him. To be sure about what he's talking about, I act clueless. [4]
"Huh?"
"At the dance?"
"Oh! It was okay." He turns to look at me, abandoning whatever was on the stove.
"You were home before me. Why?" I look up at him.
"I was tired so Yugi and Tristan brought me home. Speaking of which, I'm going to the park to meet them," I said as I put my stuff away. "Oh and you may want to take that off now," I add coolly.
"Hmm?" He turns toward the stove, "Ahhh!" Taking it off, he narrowed his eyes, a sweatdrop forming, and looks at me who has burst into a fit of laughter. "Miyu, that wasn't funny," he whines. Finally catching my breath, I look at him.
"Oh don't worry. It was," I say as I put on my boots and leave. "Ja ne."
~ *Ryou's POV* ~
It's a beautiful day. The sun's out and there are no clouds in sight. Perfect day for the park, which was just where we were. Tristan, Yugi, the Kaiba brothers and I were all sitting on a blanket under a giant tree. Joey and Tea, however, were sitting together against the trunk of the tree by themselves. You're probably wondering why Seto is here. Well, just because he doesn't get along with Miyu and Jou-kun doesn't mean that the rest of us don't get along with him. He's really a nice person once you get to know him.
We all turn our attention to the two girls approaching. Upon seeing one of them, I turn beat red and I know it.
"Kon'nichiwa!"[5] they chorused. Miranda and Yoko walk up, Yoko sitting next to Mokuba and Miranda, of course, next to me. I smile at her, watching her blush just as bad as me. You see, Miranda was just as quiet and shy as I was. Reaching over, I move a white strand of her shoulder-length hair out of her face. I love her hair.
"Ohayo," I whisper gently. She blushed harder (as if its possible at this point) and hesitantly gives me a kiss on the cheek.
"Ohayo, Ryou - chan." I smile at the pet name. She looks up, noticing Tea and Joey. "What are they doing?"
"Reading a book Tea brought," I reply, shrugging slightly. "And staying away from Seto." She knew why already. I had explained the mishaps of Duelist Kingdom. Down to those mysterious people we saw and I swore that one looked just like me. [6] It was going to be a month in a week since we'd left. I shook my head, sighing. "I'm going to make them apologize to each other if its last thing I do. They can't be this way forever."
"Oh, yes they can," Yugi cut in.
"Jou-kun's stubborn," Tristan mumbled.
"Nii-san is too," Mokuba said with a sigh.
"Oh and it would be the last thing you do. They'd both probably kill you for tryin', ya know," Tristan added. I was about to say something but the words died on my tongue as Joey spoke up.
"What're you starin' at?!"
"Nothing," the elder Kaiba answered softly. Joey had a 'I-won-that-battle' look on his face. I sighed. "There's nothing to look at," Seto added coolly. Joey actually started growling at this point. He jumped up, about to pounce on him but I was up and in the way. He pinned me to the ground instead!
"Ryou?" I squirmed under his weight giving him a hurt look. "Ryou, whadda ya doin'?" He got off and helped me up.
"Saving Seto."
"Why?"
"Because--"
"Did I miss the fight already?"
"Miyu! Feeling better?"
"Hai! Arigato, Yugi-kun!" Yugi smiled. Jou crossed his arms.
"Still waitin' for an answer..." I jump at his words, a sweatdrop forming on the side of my head.
"Huh? Oh! Well, I... I just..."
"What happened?"
"Joey and Seto were fighting. Seto was supposedly staring at him and said that he was nothing so Joey went in for the kill. Then Ryou jumped in the way. This is pretty much where you came in," Tristan summarized. Everyone had sweatdrops.
"O-kay."
"You asked."
"Hai. And remind me not to again," Miyu sighed. Then she looked at me sweetly saying, "Ryou, you don't want to get yourself killed now, do you?" She giggles and tilts her head to the side.
"Iie," I mumble, dusting myself off. I could tell Jou-kun was still staring at me. Clearing my throat, I sit down next to Miranda again, hoping he would sit down himself. Sure enough, Joey gave up and placed himself next to Tea. [7]
~ *Miyu's POV* ~
Ryou sat down, trying not to look at Joey. I giggle as both sat down.
"So are we just gonna hang here," Mokuba asked.
"I guess," Yugi replied. Then, thanks to my new and improved hearing, I hear someone whisper ever so softly,
"Miyu...." I spun around as the others looked up at me strangely for they heard nothing. I couldn't help but smile at what I saw. It was Yami. He was by a tree, leaning against it. He was wearing a thin, long-sleeved black shirt and black leather pants with the occasional neck, wrist, and belt buckles. And, of course, a sexy smile.
"Yami!" I jogged over as he leaned up. I immediately wrapped my arms around his neck, giving him a kiss on the cheek. He wrapped his around my tiny waist and nuzzled his face into my hair. I could hear Seto growling as well as Yami purring in my ear. It sounded so kawaii (Yami's purring, mind you).
"Sleep well? You went out like a light." I nod. "I see your hearing has improved greatly."
"Oh, but I would have heard your beautiful voice anyway, Yami-koi." [8] He smiles at my words. I pull away, taking his wrist. "Come on." I guide him over to the others to introduce him. "Minna-san, this is Yami. The guy I was with at the dance." They all introduce themselves one by one, save Seto.
"I'm Mokuba and this is my aniki, Seto." [9] Yami nodded, understanding why Seto wouldn't talk to him. Suddenly, Tea shrieked.
"J-J-Jou-kun! You're bleeding!" I froze.
"Geez, calm down there, Tea. It's just a paper cut... a nasty paper cut," Joey said, correcting himself. I may only be half a vampire but he was driving me crazy! I could feel my pulse quicken and it was harder to breath. My new instincts were strong. Feeling my craving for blood surface, I squeeze my eyes shut and try to block everything out. Yami must have noticed because I felt him draw me towards him, laying my head against his chest.
"Calm down," I heard him whisper softly.
"Miyu?" The others had noticed my strange behavior.
"Miyu? Daijobu?" Yoko asked. I peek open my eyes to look at her
"H-hai. I just hate paper cuts." Well, I wasn't lying. I do. Paper cuts are the nastiest cuts. It sends chills down my spine. Then, Yami took control.
"Miyu, I came to get you, remember?" I blink, looking into his beautiful crimson eyes, confusion clearly written on my face. "I had asked you if you would let me take you for lunch. Remember?" Realizing quickly that Yami was giving me a cover, I reply fast,
"Oh, yeah. I was so tired last night, I must've forgotten. Gomen nasai, Yami-koi." I suddenly feel Seto glare at me as the last few words leave my mouth.
"It's okay, Miyu-koi. Shall we?"
"Gomen nasai, guys. I promised him," I mumble quickly, keeping my gaze away from Joey who had his index finger in his mouth to stop the bleeding. They nod, understanding and for my sake we leave quickly. "Arigato, Yami. That feeling. It was so strong."
"I know."
~ *Yami's POV* ~
Miyu smiled at me sweetly. Ra, those eyes. Like blue sapphires sparkling in the moonlight. I sigh a bit. Suddenly, I take her hand. She looks up at me, confusion shining clear through those beautiful crystals.
"I said I was taking you to lunch, didn't I?"
"H-hai," she mumbles, blushing. Apparently she liked me holding her hand. If you think her face is red now, she becomes a tomato when I pull her closer. Loving my arms around her, she leans her head on my chest, sighing contently.
"Hmmm.... Oh! Miyu?"
"Hmm?"
"I remember who you are to me." She pulls back a bit but is still in my embrace. "Do you remember anything about Ancient Egypt?" We started walking as she begins to think. Then, to my surprise, she nods.
"I had a dream about something like that two nights ago. The night before the dance."
"Do you remember anything about it?"
"Hai." We enter a diner and get a table for two in the far corner. Sitting down across from her, she continues, "In it, I was dancing and I saw you. Then there is a flash and we're in the garden and well..."
"Miyu?" I give her a worried look, waiting for her to finish.
"...We were kissing," she said softly, turning an interesting shade of red. A wicked smirk tugs at my lips.
"Dreams can come true, you know." She giggles. Music to my ears. "So? That's it?"
"Well, the rest is a blur really. Except..." I look up at her.
"Except what?"
"Evening folks. I'm Lily and I'll be your waitress." We looked up at the middle-aged blonde, trying to understand her and her poor Japanese. She looked to be in her mid-twenties, had blonde hair up in a bun, hazel eyes, way too much make-up, and a name tag that clearly said 'Nicky' on it. Apparently she didn't like her name. "So. Can I get you anything?" I flinch. Her voice was like someone scratching on chalkboard.
"Uh... just a glass of water for now," Miyu said, her beautiful voice soothing my ears. Clearly, she did not like this woman. Neither did I. She was scary in her own way. I just shake my head and watch her leave. I turn my attention back to my koi.
"Miyu?"
"Huh?"
"Except what? You were just saying something before. About your dream."
"Well, I don't know why. I mean, in my dream I was in Ancient Egypt but I saw Ryou. Well, I thought I saw Ryou. He looked meaner though."
"Your white-haired friend." She nods, creasing her brow in thought. "I remember you from Egypt as well. You were a slave. One of the Pharaoh's best entertainers."
"Me? Then how come I saw you?"
"I used to be the prince of Egypt. I never wanted to remember. That's why I couldn't."
"Here ya go, dear," 'Lily' handed Miyu a glass of water who nodded a thank you. "Can I get you anything else?"
"Iie, arigato. That's all for now," I say, hoping she'll just leave. Sighing, I look away and at Miyu again.
"She's scary," Miyu spat bitterly. I chuckle softly. "So...."
"Hmm?"
"When will my transformation be complete?"
"In three days there is going to be a full moon. That night we must share each other's blood." I frown, knowing she's scared again. But I know its not me she's afraid of, it's the blood part. I sigh yet again. Then a groan escapes my lips as 'Lily' comes over again. I lean on my elbows, my head in my hands.
"So? Are we ready to order?" I look up and growl, drawing her attention towards me. However, she chooses to ignore me as she pulls out a little notebook to write down our order. Sighing in defeat, I look at the menu.
"A strawberry shake," I say softly. I'm this close to killing this woman. I had told her to leave us alone just two minutes ago.
"I'll have one too," Miyu says. Clearly, she was as angry as I was.
"Two strawberry milkshakes. Anything else?"
"Iie," Miyu cut in. With that, she took the menus from each of us. As she walked away I called after her,
"Arigato, Nicky." She turned and glared at me. Then, stomped off.
"Wow. Someone's mad."
"Now who could be mad at me," I say, acting innocent. Miyu leaned over the table and kissed my lips softly.
"Not me."
"That's good to know." She smiles. "Well, now that Nicky is gone."
"Thank heaven she is." I laugh lightly.
"So? What do you want to do today. When I saw you with your friends I didn't think I would get to hang out with you. You aren't going back, are you?"
"Iie. I can see them any day."
"You know, I'll never understand you."
"Nani?"
"You just met me, last night mind you, and now you willingly want to spend all eternity with me. I must be dreaming, but I don't ever want to wake up." Miyu smirks, reaching over and pinching my cheek. As she pulls away, my hand covers where she pinched me. "Itai. What was that for?"
"I guess you're not dreaming." She smiles at me innocently. I continue to rub my cheek as a waiter comes over with our shakes. "I guess you upset her, Yami." I scoff and take a sip, thanking the waiter as he leaves.
"She deserved it. She was annoying. That's no way to get any business around here." She shook her head, sighing. I couldn't help but feel like someone was glaring at me but I ignore it.
"Whatever, Yami-koi." We finished our drinks in silence. Then, leaving a buck for a tip, we left. "So? Now what?" I shrug slightly, walking down an alleyway just behind the diner.
"I could always show you my place."
"That would be great!" I sweatdrop a little. Apparently the sugar had gotten to her already. But also, I can't help but laugh.
I stop abruptly as I see a man up ahead, immediately recognizing him. It was the waiter who brought our drinks.
"So, you think you can make fun of my sister and get away with it?" I blink. All I had done was call her by her real name. Seeing a pointless fight in the process, I turn Miyu and myself around and walk away. "Hey! What are you scared?!" His Japanese was as bad as his sister's.
"Iie. I just see this as a waste of my time," I call back. Well, it was. He runs over, getting in our way again. Miyu looks at me, waiting for me to do something. "I'm going to ask you once and only once. Leave while you can."
"Not until you apologize to my sis." Before he could blink, I had slammed him against the wall hard holding him by his throat. I heard Miyu gasp from behind me, startled as to how fast I moved.
"Well," I started, directing myself towards the man in my grip, "when I do something insulting, I'll apologize, but for now you had better leave." I drop him, watching him trip over stuff as he ran off. I turn to see Miyu staring at me wide eyed. "Gomen. I scared you, didn't I?"
"I-iie. Just surprised me." I take her hand in mine, looking deep into those blue eyes.
"Shall we?" She smiles, nodding. We decided to walk in the open so we went towards the street, hand in hand.
TBC...
Jou: *looking down, giving a whistle* That's a lota notes.
Ryou: It only seems like a lot of notes to you because you never take any. You're always sleeping in class.
Jou: Urusai.
Ryou: *chibi style* That, by the way, means 'shut up'
Jou: *sighs* (Hotaru: Ryou is so kawaii!!!! Love ya to bits!)
Notes:
1. That's more of my own personal opinion on that subject
2. means 'Ow!'
3. means 'Good Morning'
4. Personally, I like to act clueless sometimes. It's fun. ^_^
5. can mean 'Hello' or 'Good Afternoon'
6. That's suppose to be Yami Bakura who I'm calling Bakura. There are no light or dark sides in this. None of the yamis know the hikaris. And vice versa.
7. I don't really like pairing Joey with Tea. I don't like Tea that much (Tea fans, don't hurt me). I'm going to have him break up with her soon and she'll go to New York.
8. Koi means 'love'
9. Aniki means 'big brother' and nii-san means just 'brother'
Phew! Another chapter done. Anything you want to say to me, you can e-mail me at hotmail. Just check my bio for the e-mail name ^_^. Love Struck Artist, I'm still waiting to hear from you. And Raine Hitomi, love ya! *V-sign*
*Points down* Pretty button. Use the button. ...I'm okay. Anyway, I would really love to hear what you think and if you have any ideas, they are welcome.
Ja ne,
Hotaru Sasaki