~Tears of Loneliness~

Mika: Sorry for the long waited chapter, so here it is! Please forgive me!

Disclaimers: *sigh* it's not fair! How come I don't own Yu-Gi-Oh!? *Slaps head* Hello, you don't have any money! T-T

[Chapter Four]

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 Anzu

 A month has past, and today is the first day of spring. It was my favorite time of the year. Every year, my friends… and I would have a picnic out in the park. We would gather together to admire the blossoming occurrence. Honda and Jou would argue. Mai would torment them. Yugi is playing duel cards with Ryou and I would sit and talk with Shizuka staring at the blue sky. But, this time it won't be like that, nor will it ever happen.

 I sighed and tore my eyes from the window of my room. I walked out of my given room. Funny, I've been staying here for only four to three months and I'm already calling this place my home. I smiled to myself. I walked down the stares to find Mokuba getting ready for his teacher to come. He is no longer going to school in Domino Elementary. He is being home-schooled. He didn't want to go because he is embarrassed of his state. He's afraid to be seen in his wheelchair in front of his friends. But they didn't care. During the weekends, some of his friends from his school would come by and play for the whole day. Then that girl that Mokuba would always talk about also comes by as well. I found out her name was Rin, and it's a really cute name for her. I couldn't help by chuckle to myself as I see how happy the boy is when his friends are there. They play with him, as if nothing happen to him. But they still do know that his is handicapped, and they would only play games that Mokuba is able to play.

 Seto has been spending times alone with Mokuba. I talked to the older Kaiba and told him how Mokuba felt. So he is trying to be a helpful big brother and spend some quality time with him. Sometimes I would join in their occasions, but then I give excuses that it should only be a boy's night out, or something like that. But I had fun the last time we were out together. We went to this ball game. Mokuba caught a foul ball and then got the star player to sign it. Now and then, Mokuba would cook. I love his cooking and I would help out in the kitchen. Seto would work infrequently and spend more time with us. I smiled at that thought. He is really opening up more than ever before.

 Mokuba turned his head and saw me. I smiled as he smiles at me. I walked over next to him and sat down at the couch beside him. "So, what are you going to learn today?" I asked. The boy really prefers to play than learn. It's normal for every other student. He sighed. "I hope it's not about History. I hate History." He crossed his arms and pouted. "What's past is past, and no one should bother with the past, not learn about it." Those words struck me, hard. I don't know what to think, but I feel that maybe he's right or wrong. Truthfully, I hate History, but the past can never be forgotten. What I think is that people should know about the past, so they won't make the same mistake again, and learn from their failures or successes.

 The doorbell rung and I instantly got up to answer the door. "Hello Prof. Kinto." I greeted. The man smiled generously and nodded his greeting. I shook my head, as the man never did say a word to me every single day. I left Mokuba in the misery of teachings and walked out to the gardens. I feel so sorry for the boy. One time, Mokuba complained on how come Seto and I are not going to school. Well, I basically know most of what's needed to be learned in high school, and I'm supposedly dead to the people. Seto… he's just smart, period.

 It was a little breezy outside, but a lovely day to take a nap out side. The Kaiba Mansion's gardens are beautiful. The back yard is almost like a wide field with many verities of gorgeous and exotic flowers. There were pathways for people to walk. Many flowers were starting to bloom, as I noticed everyday. I walked to the center of the garden, and sat down on the foot of a shady tree. Everyday, I would come out here to rest and think about my past. I don't know why, but… they would always haunt me. But, when I'm out here in this charming scenery, I feel calm and lost in nature's beauty. I could feel the gentle winds hover through, making the flowers dance in the inviting sun. I close my eyes and keep listening to my surroundings. I hear soft running waters from the fountain in the corner. Birds were singing and little bees were flying over the flora.

 Slowly I opened my eyes again, and felt something brush up against my arm. I turn my head, to look up at Seto standing next to me, against the tree. I smiled lightly and tilted my head down. "Tired of working?" I said softly, almost a whisper into the winds. I could imagine him smirking with his closed eyes. It's true. Now, He works fast and gets better nights rest. But, if he is working on a big project, then he'll be up for three days straight. Then the next day, he'll be out the whole day. "No." He replied. Slowly he got down and we sat down side to side. "Kaiba Corps is running smoothly, but I can't say if something is going on the top floor." He told me. I smiled at him. "Something is always going on up there." I said to him, and it's true. I heard him chuckle, and it made my heart skip a beat. I don't know why, but every time he acts different than from he use to be, I get this feeling that makes me always… blush. He smiles often and he laughs from time to time. It just makes my heart melt and want to hug him tightly in my arms.

 "Going somewhere tonight?" I asked. It was silent, and I could feel the wind blow against us. We were quiet and were just taking in spring's coming. "Maybe." He replied. "Do you want to go out for dinner?" I felt my cheek burn as he asked that. What is wrong with me? He was asking if we, as in him, Mokuba and I, should eat out for dinner. I smiled softly, not looking at him. I cradled my legs and rested my head on my knees. I was facing him. "Maybe." I replied softly. He had his arms crossed over his chest. His legs were outstretched and he is leaning back on the tree. His head was tilted slightly up and his eyes were closed. "You don't want to go?" he asked again. I gave up and sighed. "Alright, I'll go." I blushed more as I saw his lips curve into a smile. I as well, couldn't help but smile back. He looks so cute if he smiled more. I turned my head away, incase he might see me as red as a tomato.

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 Third person

 It was dark, and many shadowed men gathered around the long table. They were discussing about some issues, occurring in Domino. Then, a man entered the room, as blinding light illuminated from behind him. He walked casually inside, and the doors behind closed. The room was once again bathed in darkness. "Your report?" A deep voice sounded.

 The man frowned. "The girl is still alive, and so is the boy." Many of the shadowed men were murmuring about this. Then, the one in the middle spoke. "How can you let this happen? What did you do wrong?"

 "Nothing." The man replied. "The girl some how survived the blast, and the boy barely survived the shot."

 "Not good. Kaiba now knows who we are after." The middle said.

 "Yes, but he doesn't know our motive." Another spoke. More murmurings were sounded.

 The middleman leaned up. "Cancel the plan of execution. We already took down all we need and got what we wanted. All we have to do right now is make preparations for our real plan." He smirked. "They will find their ends once he comes in play." He said deeply.

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 It haunted him, in the back of his head. He felt as if he should worry over something, like something is disturbing the souls of those who are lost. He closed all the programs and shut down the computer. He looked up at the time, to see that it was two in the morning. He sighed and got up from his chair. He changed out of his day's clothes and plopped down on his bed. His eyes were still wide-awake, staring at the ceiling. Something didn't feel right, so he sat back up. He started out the door and down through the halls of the mansion. He slowly opened the door and peeped inside. He smiled as he saw his little brother fast asleep, lightly snoring. He closed the door carefully. Then he crept through the shadows to a certain girl's room. He froze as his hand neared the knob. 'What if…' He shook his head from the bad feeling. 'No, she promised to me that she wouldn't do it anymore.' He remembered the fourth time she was sent to the hospital, the last visit was critical and she could have almost died.

 He placed his hand over the cold solid. He turned the knob quietly. He pushed the door slightly and looked inside. His heart stopped when he didn't see the body of a girl on her own bed. 'Where is she?' He stepped in and looked around. The bed was still neat and not even a wrinkle to indicate that she at least sat down on it. The moon was full outside, and its light cascaded through the curtained windows. The room was cold, and a light breeze past by. He arched a brow as he saw the curtains flowing as the wind blew. He walked up to the open door, leading to the balcony. He gently drew back the drapes and walked out, to be greeted by the starry night.

 She sat there on the rails, with her feet dangling over the edge. She held on to the metal bar, to prevent her from falling. Even though she was tempted to fall over, she made a promise, a promise she would try to keep. She closed her eyes and let the wind encircle around her. Her silky brown hair whipped around her. It was a cold night, but she invited the cool embrace. She wore her loose white spaghetti strapped shirt with black short shorts. She started to aimlessly swing her legs to and fro.

 "What are you doing up this late?" A voice sounded softly but deep. She snapped her eyes open and was taken by surprise. She jerked her head, only to find she lost balance. Quickly, two strong arms wrapped around her waist, protectively. The girl blushed deeply and let her savior pull her back on to the balcony. She touched the ground, but his arms didn't let go. "I…it's not what you think!" she said. "I just… wanted to get some air…" She whispered, ashamed that he wouldn't trust her anymore. Anzu blushed even more as she felt his head leaning against hers. She could picture him, closing his eyes and she wondered, what was he thinking.

 "I know you won't kill your self off easily." He whispered. Anzu felt his breath tickle her neck. She closed her eyes and relaxed in his arms. Her slim body was resting against his firm one. "I was just… checking up on you…" She started to melt with every word he whispered. 'He… was worried?' She asked herself. The night sky was filled with many stars that decorated the perfect night. Anzu firmly held his arms around her. She didn't want this moment to go. She became afraid that sooner or later, both Seto and Mokuba would vanish, like the others. 'Seto… you're my only pillar of strength. If you and Mokuba are gone… then I have no reason to live… But I will live when you are alive, cause you are the only comfort for me in this lonely world.' She gripped on to his hands, and made his arms go around her securely. She felt as if she would fall, once he lets go. She has never loved anyone like how she loves him. He was the only one that made her feel…whole again. She smiled weakly to herself, as a tear stared to roll down her face and fell on to Seto's arm.

 He smiled softly, but was a bit surprised as to what she was doing. He breathed in her scent and let her aroma register into his head. 'Don't worry Anzu… I'll always be there for you. I promise.' He silently prayed. The wind passed by and left the couple standing outside beneath the starry night…

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Mika: Hiya! Sorry it took so long for me to put the next chapter. After my finals, I'll try my best to update more, ok? Like it or not? Tell me please, but no flames, ok? What I think is that this is a sweet chapter, no? I bet all the readers out there are already sick of Anzu/Seto fics. But I'm not ^.^ I'll try and bring the next chapter out by next week. Can't promise you anything, but I'll try. Hey! I'll even start on it today! Oh joy!