I apologize again for not being able to update yesterday. But here's
today's update! And... I won't be able to update tomorrow. * I know
that one for sure. I'm going to go to my friend's house after school to
help her mom decorate for her party. *bounces happily* She's so oblivious
too! It's great! She be soooo surprised!
*cough* But that does leave you with the unfortunateness of a night of un- updatedness. (yes, I like to tack ness to the end of words...)
Anyway, here's tonight's new chapter!
Chipper little voice: Silverscreamer may be great at helping to plan surprise parties, but she doesn't own YuGi Oh!
D'oh! *
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Chapter Six: Unclear Thoughts
"What in all the layers of the Shadow Realm is he doing here!?"
Bakura's eyes snapped open. He shot up into a sitting position and looked around, his countenance showing an expression of being completely lost and confused. His eyes finally focused on Mariku. Bakura blinked and jumped to his feet, even as Mariku continued to advance on him.
Isis suddenly appeared from the other room and dashed over, grabbing Mariku's arm. "Calm down!"
Mariku looked down at her and conflict was evident on his face as he looked back at Bakura. Taking a deep breath, Mariku unclenched his fists and looked down at Isis. "Care to explain what the two of you were doing here alone, and why he's asleep on the couch?"
Bakura was still half-asleep and just stood staring at them dumbly. His mind, which was trying it's best to wake itself up fully, tried to process the question. "Er... Sorry... I guess I fell asleep while waiting for Malik to get here."
Mariku turned a wrathful glare on Bakura, who was too tired to shrink away under his gaze. Too tired to be afraid, not that he would ever admit to the fact that he was afraid, even if he was fully awake.
Isis put her arm around Mariku's waist and lay her head against his shoulder. "He was just here to see Malik. I didn't realize that the two of you would be out so late, or I would have told him to just come back tomorrow."
"I see..." Mariku continued to glare at Bakura.
Bakura just stared back at him blankly. Mariku was actually barely occupying a small fraction of his thoughts. Mostly, he was thinking about how hungry he was, as well as how annoyed at being woke up like that. Something behind the other two caught Bakura's attention and he leaned slightly to one side to see around them to the door leading into the living room.
Malik was watching intently at everything that was happening. Bakura raised an eyebrow questioningly. Malik just grinned at him before disappearing from sight again. Bakura looked back at the other two.
"So... What exactly were the two of you doing to get home at this time of night?" Isis asked Mariku suddenly.
That broke his death glare at Bakura in an instant. He looked down at Isis, then had to divert his eyes. "Just having a little fun..."
Isis' eyes narrowed dangerously. "Fun, eh? And just what kind of fun were you having?"
Bakura- who was now fully awake and wishing to be anywhere but here- cleared his throat. "I think that I should probably leave... It sounds like the two of you have some things to discuss."
Mariku's glare returned to him, only this time it was several times more intense. Isis was cornering him easily and he needed something... or someone... to take his anger out. "I'd still like to know what the two of you were up to while we were gone." He shot Isis a sidelong glance.
Isis' brow wrinkled as she scowled. "If you must know, Bakura came over to visit with Malik, like I had said. I thought you two wouldn't be gone so long, so I was merely being polite by asking him into the house to wait for Malik's return. While here, he was so kind as to offer his assistance with some of my work. Which is more than you or Malik have ever done!"
"I really think I'll be going now..." Bakura said as he quickly darted towards the door, attempting to give Mariku a wide berth.
Mariku watched him silently as he left before turning back to Isis with a suspicious look on his face. "Why exactly is he dressed like that? Whatever happened to his girlie little sweaters?"
Isis shrugged. "I'm not sure really... He was dressed like that when he got here..."
Malik greeting Bakura outside of the living room by throwing his arms around him. Bakura had to bite back a cry of surprise. "Great work!" Malik hissed in a whisper as the two walked to the door. "You've really put some friction between them now."
"Yeah... I did, didn't I?" Bakura grinned evilly, but he didn't feel very happy about it. That meant that Malik's plan was working, and that, eventually, he might very well succeed in seducing Isis.
"I never would have thought that you'd stay for so long, though... Or that you'd get comfy enough to fall asleep like that. It was a good move. Really got Mariku worked up." Malik's grin was malicious. Mischievous.
Bakura nodded. "I'm hungry..." He complained as he opened the front door. Changing the subject as best as possible.
Malik rolled his eyes, but couldn't help but chuckle all the same. "I'll see you later."
"Yeah, bye." Bakura muttered, stifling a yawn.
Malik chuckled. "Get some sleep, baka."
He closed the door, leaving Bakura standing outside in the dark by himself. Bakura sighed and turned from the house. After just a few steps he was out of the protection of the house and the wind whipped around him. Shivering, he rubbed his bare arms. "Ra curse you, Malik..." Bakura muttered as he started down the sidewalk towards Ryou's.
As he walked, he thought about what had happened that evening. He had to spend the whole time with Isis, and working on those hieroglyphics, too. Doubtful there was any mention of him in anything that she uncovered in her work. How very dull and boring it is to focus on all those nameless, faceless pharaohs. History should have a bit more character to it...
Bakura shook his head and stifled a yawn. He sure had been there late... He really hadn't meant nor wanted to still be there at this time of night. He stopped suddenly in his tracks, his eyes widening.
"Had... had I enjoyed being there?" he asked himself aloud. Shaking his head, he pushed the thought away. "No... The whole time, I was hoping that Malik would appear and I could get out of there."
Nodding, satisfied with that decision, Bakura continued walking. Next time, he'd definitely need to remember to bring a coat, or at least a jacket. He shivered, then smiled slightly, remembering what it had felt like sitting close to Isis. How warm he'd felt...
"No! No, this wasn't how it's supposed to work!" Bakura muttered. "I get Isis to think she wants me so that she won't want Mariku... Nowhere in there was there anything about... about..." He trailed off. He couldn't say it. He couldn't even think that it could possibly be possible.
He shook his head. "Get a grip on yourself..." he scolded himself in a whisper. "You're just hungry and tired. You're mind's playing tricks on you. Besides, just about anything'd be warm compared to being out here in these ridiculous clothes at night with such blasted cold wind..."
Bakura sighed with relief as he entered his hikari's home. Speaking of which... he wondered absently where Ryou was. In bed, most likely, considering how late it was.
After coming to this decision, he was a bit surprised when he passed the living room and saw Ryou in one of the armchairs. Bakura blinked and walked over to him, his head inclined to one side. His hikari was asleep... Frowning, Bakura poked Ryou in the shoulder.
The boy stirred, but didn't wake. Bakura poked him again, a bit harder this time. "Hey... Ryou."
Ryou woke with a start and stared up at his yami. "Oh, you're back!" He cried out when he saw it was just Bakura.
Bakura shrugged. "Yeah, so? What's your point?"
Ryou yawned as he climbed to his feet. "Nothing I suppose... I don't know, you just were gone for so long..." The boy smiled. "So... How did things go with Isis?"
Bakura smiled before realizing what he was doing. Blinking, he shook his head as though to clear his thoughts. Then he shrugged finally and answered, "I suppose it went good. For Malik's plan anyway. Of course, this means that I'll have to continue this whole seduction thing. If Malik's plan works the way he wants it, I'll end up dating her too..." Bakura sighed and plopped down to sit on the couch.
"Is it really that bad?"
"Yes..." Bakura replied, a bit surprised to find himself reluctant to say it. Standing again he shook his head. "I need to get some rest. I can't seem to think straight..."
"Good night Bakura." Ryou smiled.
The yami nodded and disappeared into his soul room where he planned to get some rest for the coming day. Of course, he just got into his soul room and was making himself comfortable when he remembered that he was hungry. "Ah well..." he muttered. "I'll have an extra big breakfast tomorrow morning."
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... Yes, that was a rather odd chapter, wasn't it? *shakes her head* Oh well... *giggles insanely* Bakura can't think straight!
I'm sorry I don't have the Bakura picture done yet... Gosh he has so much hair! I'm afraid to start on it! * I've got all the flat color done, and his shirt and pants completed with the value and everything. Just gotta do his skin, hair and the Ring... (I'm coloring it in Adobe, btw, in case you're wondering) Ah well... I'll have it for you as soon as I can! I promise!
Odd bloopers tonight. Much of the same... They just wouldn't behave and say the right lines. Oh, and Bakura's a klutz again! *beams*
Dang... You know, when I commented on not getting many reviews, I didn't realize that I'd end up getting 10 over the night when I didn't update...
*hugs* I thank you much! I feel so good and happy now! Anyway, I'm just going to go through my reviews and respond to each of them. And since I got some reviews from the same people, than you might have more than one response. Btw... Does anyone even read these? If so, could you tell me... Cause if this is just wasting space, then I'll stop... Even though I do enjoy doing it... Anyway!
Bookworm85: I'm really glad I put you in a better mood! I live for making people laugh. ^_^() Of course, I also have my dark side that loves writing things more along the lines of Wrath of a Yami, and the Music of the Night thing I'm writing now... But I love to make people laugh the most. Glad you like it! And like I said, the picture should be up soon.
IrishJade: *laughes* Of course you sit and type corrected now as well. Malik rather enjoyed the fact that Bakura fell asleep, neh? And yeah, you do have to wonder about Isis's not wanting to talk about him. *grins*
Reign of Isis4559: Thanks. I'm glad to be counted in a number of few. ^_^() Glad I could make you laugh! And don't worry, it's already all written, so there's no chance of me not putting it all up because I run out of steam, alright?
Flamedancer33: *grins* yes. mental imagery is a wonderful thing, isn't it? Well, I tried really hard to have the picture done for tonight's update, but it just didn't happen unfortunately. Although, granted, the pants aren't really all that tight in the picture. Ah well. And don't worry! More will always come!
K*Fox: Thank you, thank you. I'm glad everyone thought the bloopers were such a great idea. I was afraid everyone would sit there thinking, "What an idiot. That's the stupidest idea I've ever heard..." I'm glad that that isn't the case!
Pruningshears: heh... Yeah, creepy shtuffs is about right. And yes, this is the creepiest pair I've ever seen. As for Mokuba/Anzu pairing... Do you mean... like... they were actually together!? I've always thought it'd be cute to make Mokuba have, like, a school-boy crush on her, but for them to actually be together!! *shudders* Bleh... Talk about robbing the cradle! Then again... Bakura and Yami Yugi are 5,000 years old... Heh... Amusing...
Bakura and Malik's Angel: Thanks. And no worry about continuing soon. Save for last night and tomorrow night, I should have an update every night until it's finished. Enjoy!
Lily of the Shadow: *chuckles* yeah, I've noticed that it's very annoying to have to wait forever for new chapters. That's why I pre-write all of mine. You may have to wait longer before you get to see any of it, but that way, once I start posting, you get it all together. Oh... And yes, I do love the last chapter's bloopers too... Something about those just really make me snicker... *grins evilly as Isis and Bakura glare at her*
Pruningshears: (this is for those three of yours that were one right after the other) I agree to that. I'm not that big on reading yoai, but I do love to crack jokes like that every now and then. Where Bakura's all messing with Malik's head or vice versa. It's great! And I'm not sure where you'd be talking about, but I do bash Ryou on occasion. I bash all my favorite bishies from time to time, though, so it's nothing special. In fact, with Wrath of a Yami set aside, I usually give Ryou an easier time than most of the others. And in response to the last of the three reviews...
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! *gives you a party hat and a noise maker and stands back grinning* You got this chapter and it's bloopers! That good enough for you? *grins some more* Hope they made your birthday all the more bright!
Oh, and btw, I got your review for my poem. *chuckles* I did find that rather amusing as well. But seriously, who would have thought that Bakura'd just jump in and rescue them all? My poem never really got that much attention. But that's okay. I like it, and I'm glad you like it too!
Well, that's all for tonight I suppose. Hope you enjoyed the chapter, and enjoy the bloopers too! And remember, tell me if you actually read and enjoy the little response to the reviewers things.
*cough* But that does leave you with the unfortunateness of a night of un- updatedness. (yes, I like to tack ness to the end of words...)
Anyway, here's tonight's new chapter!
Chipper little voice: Silverscreamer may be great at helping to plan surprise parties, but she doesn't own YuGi Oh!
D'oh! *
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Chapter Six: Unclear Thoughts
"What in all the layers of the Shadow Realm is he doing here!?"
Bakura's eyes snapped open. He shot up into a sitting position and looked around, his countenance showing an expression of being completely lost and confused. His eyes finally focused on Mariku. Bakura blinked and jumped to his feet, even as Mariku continued to advance on him.
Isis suddenly appeared from the other room and dashed over, grabbing Mariku's arm. "Calm down!"
Mariku looked down at her and conflict was evident on his face as he looked back at Bakura. Taking a deep breath, Mariku unclenched his fists and looked down at Isis. "Care to explain what the two of you were doing here alone, and why he's asleep on the couch?"
Bakura was still half-asleep and just stood staring at them dumbly. His mind, which was trying it's best to wake itself up fully, tried to process the question. "Er... Sorry... I guess I fell asleep while waiting for Malik to get here."
Mariku turned a wrathful glare on Bakura, who was too tired to shrink away under his gaze. Too tired to be afraid, not that he would ever admit to the fact that he was afraid, even if he was fully awake.
Isis put her arm around Mariku's waist and lay her head against his shoulder. "He was just here to see Malik. I didn't realize that the two of you would be out so late, or I would have told him to just come back tomorrow."
"I see..." Mariku continued to glare at Bakura.
Bakura just stared back at him blankly. Mariku was actually barely occupying a small fraction of his thoughts. Mostly, he was thinking about how hungry he was, as well as how annoyed at being woke up like that. Something behind the other two caught Bakura's attention and he leaned slightly to one side to see around them to the door leading into the living room.
Malik was watching intently at everything that was happening. Bakura raised an eyebrow questioningly. Malik just grinned at him before disappearing from sight again. Bakura looked back at the other two.
"So... What exactly were the two of you doing to get home at this time of night?" Isis asked Mariku suddenly.
That broke his death glare at Bakura in an instant. He looked down at Isis, then had to divert his eyes. "Just having a little fun..."
Isis' eyes narrowed dangerously. "Fun, eh? And just what kind of fun were you having?"
Bakura- who was now fully awake and wishing to be anywhere but here- cleared his throat. "I think that I should probably leave... It sounds like the two of you have some things to discuss."
Mariku's glare returned to him, only this time it was several times more intense. Isis was cornering him easily and he needed something... or someone... to take his anger out. "I'd still like to know what the two of you were up to while we were gone." He shot Isis a sidelong glance.
Isis' brow wrinkled as she scowled. "If you must know, Bakura came over to visit with Malik, like I had said. I thought you two wouldn't be gone so long, so I was merely being polite by asking him into the house to wait for Malik's return. While here, he was so kind as to offer his assistance with some of my work. Which is more than you or Malik have ever done!"
"I really think I'll be going now..." Bakura said as he quickly darted towards the door, attempting to give Mariku a wide berth.
Mariku watched him silently as he left before turning back to Isis with a suspicious look on his face. "Why exactly is he dressed like that? Whatever happened to his girlie little sweaters?"
Isis shrugged. "I'm not sure really... He was dressed like that when he got here..."
Malik greeting Bakura outside of the living room by throwing his arms around him. Bakura had to bite back a cry of surprise. "Great work!" Malik hissed in a whisper as the two walked to the door. "You've really put some friction between them now."
"Yeah... I did, didn't I?" Bakura grinned evilly, but he didn't feel very happy about it. That meant that Malik's plan was working, and that, eventually, he might very well succeed in seducing Isis.
"I never would have thought that you'd stay for so long, though... Or that you'd get comfy enough to fall asleep like that. It was a good move. Really got Mariku worked up." Malik's grin was malicious. Mischievous.
Bakura nodded. "I'm hungry..." He complained as he opened the front door. Changing the subject as best as possible.
Malik rolled his eyes, but couldn't help but chuckle all the same. "I'll see you later."
"Yeah, bye." Bakura muttered, stifling a yawn.
Malik chuckled. "Get some sleep, baka."
He closed the door, leaving Bakura standing outside in the dark by himself. Bakura sighed and turned from the house. After just a few steps he was out of the protection of the house and the wind whipped around him. Shivering, he rubbed his bare arms. "Ra curse you, Malik..." Bakura muttered as he started down the sidewalk towards Ryou's.
As he walked, he thought about what had happened that evening. He had to spend the whole time with Isis, and working on those hieroglyphics, too. Doubtful there was any mention of him in anything that she uncovered in her work. How very dull and boring it is to focus on all those nameless, faceless pharaohs. History should have a bit more character to it...
Bakura shook his head and stifled a yawn. He sure had been there late... He really hadn't meant nor wanted to still be there at this time of night. He stopped suddenly in his tracks, his eyes widening.
"Had... had I enjoyed being there?" he asked himself aloud. Shaking his head, he pushed the thought away. "No... The whole time, I was hoping that Malik would appear and I could get out of there."
Nodding, satisfied with that decision, Bakura continued walking. Next time, he'd definitely need to remember to bring a coat, or at least a jacket. He shivered, then smiled slightly, remembering what it had felt like sitting close to Isis. How warm he'd felt...
"No! No, this wasn't how it's supposed to work!" Bakura muttered. "I get Isis to think she wants me so that she won't want Mariku... Nowhere in there was there anything about... about..." He trailed off. He couldn't say it. He couldn't even think that it could possibly be possible.
He shook his head. "Get a grip on yourself..." he scolded himself in a whisper. "You're just hungry and tired. You're mind's playing tricks on you. Besides, just about anything'd be warm compared to being out here in these ridiculous clothes at night with such blasted cold wind..."
Bakura sighed with relief as he entered his hikari's home. Speaking of which... he wondered absently where Ryou was. In bed, most likely, considering how late it was.
After coming to this decision, he was a bit surprised when he passed the living room and saw Ryou in one of the armchairs. Bakura blinked and walked over to him, his head inclined to one side. His hikari was asleep... Frowning, Bakura poked Ryou in the shoulder.
The boy stirred, but didn't wake. Bakura poked him again, a bit harder this time. "Hey... Ryou."
Ryou woke with a start and stared up at his yami. "Oh, you're back!" He cried out when he saw it was just Bakura.
Bakura shrugged. "Yeah, so? What's your point?"
Ryou yawned as he climbed to his feet. "Nothing I suppose... I don't know, you just were gone for so long..." The boy smiled. "So... How did things go with Isis?"
Bakura smiled before realizing what he was doing. Blinking, he shook his head as though to clear his thoughts. Then he shrugged finally and answered, "I suppose it went good. For Malik's plan anyway. Of course, this means that I'll have to continue this whole seduction thing. If Malik's plan works the way he wants it, I'll end up dating her too..." Bakura sighed and plopped down to sit on the couch.
"Is it really that bad?"
"Yes..." Bakura replied, a bit surprised to find himself reluctant to say it. Standing again he shook his head. "I need to get some rest. I can't seem to think straight..."
"Good night Bakura." Ryou smiled.
The yami nodded and disappeared into his soul room where he planned to get some rest for the coming day. Of course, he just got into his soul room and was making himself comfortable when he remembered that he was hungry. "Ah well..." he muttered. "I'll have an extra big breakfast tomorrow morning."
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... Yes, that was a rather odd chapter, wasn't it? *shakes her head* Oh well... *giggles insanely* Bakura can't think straight!
I'm sorry I don't have the Bakura picture done yet... Gosh he has so much hair! I'm afraid to start on it! * I've got all the flat color done, and his shirt and pants completed with the value and everything. Just gotta do his skin, hair and the Ring... (I'm coloring it in Adobe, btw, in case you're wondering) Ah well... I'll have it for you as soon as I can! I promise!
Odd bloopers tonight. Much of the same... They just wouldn't behave and say the right lines. Oh, and Bakura's a klutz again! *beams*
Dang... You know, when I commented on not getting many reviews, I didn't realize that I'd end up getting 10 over the night when I didn't update...
*hugs* I thank you much! I feel so good and happy now! Anyway, I'm just going to go through my reviews and respond to each of them. And since I got some reviews from the same people, than you might have more than one response. Btw... Does anyone even read these? If so, could you tell me... Cause if this is just wasting space, then I'll stop... Even though I do enjoy doing it... Anyway!
Bookworm85: I'm really glad I put you in a better mood! I live for making people laugh. ^_^() Of course, I also have my dark side that loves writing things more along the lines of Wrath of a Yami, and the Music of the Night thing I'm writing now... But I love to make people laugh the most. Glad you like it! And like I said, the picture should be up soon.
IrishJade: *laughes* Of course you sit and type corrected now as well. Malik rather enjoyed the fact that Bakura fell asleep, neh? And yeah, you do have to wonder about Isis's not wanting to talk about him. *grins*
Reign of Isis4559: Thanks. I'm glad to be counted in a number of few. ^_^() Glad I could make you laugh! And don't worry, it's already all written, so there's no chance of me not putting it all up because I run out of steam, alright?
Flamedancer33: *grins* yes. mental imagery is a wonderful thing, isn't it? Well, I tried really hard to have the picture done for tonight's update, but it just didn't happen unfortunately. Although, granted, the pants aren't really all that tight in the picture. Ah well. And don't worry! More will always come!
K*Fox: Thank you, thank you. I'm glad everyone thought the bloopers were such a great idea. I was afraid everyone would sit there thinking, "What an idiot. That's the stupidest idea I've ever heard..." I'm glad that that isn't the case!
Pruningshears: heh... Yeah, creepy shtuffs is about right. And yes, this is the creepiest pair I've ever seen. As for Mokuba/Anzu pairing... Do you mean... like... they were actually together!? I've always thought it'd be cute to make Mokuba have, like, a school-boy crush on her, but for them to actually be together!! *shudders* Bleh... Talk about robbing the cradle! Then again... Bakura and Yami Yugi are 5,000 years old... Heh... Amusing...
Bakura and Malik's Angel: Thanks. And no worry about continuing soon. Save for last night and tomorrow night, I should have an update every night until it's finished. Enjoy!
Lily of the Shadow: *chuckles* yeah, I've noticed that it's very annoying to have to wait forever for new chapters. That's why I pre-write all of mine. You may have to wait longer before you get to see any of it, but that way, once I start posting, you get it all together. Oh... And yes, I do love the last chapter's bloopers too... Something about those just really make me snicker... *grins evilly as Isis and Bakura glare at her*
Pruningshears: (this is for those three of yours that were one right after the other) I agree to that. I'm not that big on reading yoai, but I do love to crack jokes like that every now and then. Where Bakura's all messing with Malik's head or vice versa. It's great! And I'm not sure where you'd be talking about, but I do bash Ryou on occasion. I bash all my favorite bishies from time to time, though, so it's nothing special. In fact, with Wrath of a Yami set aside, I usually give Ryou an easier time than most of the others. And in response to the last of the three reviews...
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! *gives you a party hat and a noise maker and stands back grinning* You got this chapter and it's bloopers! That good enough for you? *grins some more* Hope they made your birthday all the more bright!
Oh, and btw, I got your review for my poem. *chuckles* I did find that rather amusing as well. But seriously, who would have thought that Bakura'd just jump in and rescue them all? My poem never really got that much attention. But that's okay. I like it, and I'm glad you like it too!
Well, that's all for tonight I suppose. Hope you enjoyed the chapter, and enjoy the bloopers too! And remember, tell me if you actually read and enjoy the little response to the reviewers things.