[sighs sadly] I hate writer's blocks. Two weeks without updating this story-
that's HORRIBLE. I'll have everything set out to write but nothing was
coming... so I think I had to seriously reassess how this story was gonna
go. So... this thing is gonna turn out to be longer than I had expected...
For some of you, that'll make you happy- but for me, it makes me feel like
a failure because I got so off track. [sniffle] pathetic! I made it a more
"free- association" sorta story- whatever comes to me- and I completely
missed the target I wanted! But anyway, just a few more chapters will fix
that! Replies!:
CHIBI-CHAN: Well, I wouldn't say that Yami and Yuugi had anything to do with trying to get the three together... they seem WAY too good natured to do something like that- but... it happened so I guess that'll be left to your imagination! [wink]
GLASSCAT: [huggles Jounouchi] what a cutie! But um... "First Date"? hmph... [taps her chin] hmph....
HYATT INSOMNIA: Ah... the kind Ryou is in so much pain... well- not really I don't think- he takes a good first step in this chapter I think- so he should be getting better soon. And thanks for the compliment about Jounouchi's clothes- I dunno- just something that would be curious to see ^_~.
FIREDRAGON97: Not many things happen, actually... it just sorta sets the tone, I think. Everything with a blue-ish hue and makes everything all droopy and stuff. [nod nod]
YAMI BAKURA KIA: [laughs] yes- a Nuriko indeed. [nods then goes off to find all her FY plushies]
ANIRON LEGOLAS: Um... thanks ^_^. I try- a little, anyway!
KULUKULY: Hmph... No I haven't- but I'll look into that story... And yes- a leathered up Jounouchi would be SWEEEETTTT! [fan girl cry]
ANIMEGIRL: Yes- that last chapter was "Kawaii but strange"- and I think this one is too...! Oh- and you wanna huggle Bakura? [pulls out the life- size Bakura inflatable doll from her closet] there ya go! That's the best substitute... well, besides the plushies. But for a real huggle, you've gotta super size 'im! But yes- I agree about the masochism deal- I sorta like that too! [hides her head]
ARTEMIS ZEPHIR: Oh- thanks [blushes happily] So it's not a cliché? [dances around]
RYOUBARKURAFAN013: Hmph... what happened between Ryou and Bakura when Jounouchi came out in the clothes? Um- there's a line in here where Bakura says what was on Ryou's mind- don't worry- I got a little confused at that part too- and I freakin' wrote it! . But the Honda card? I dunno- that Bubonic Vermin card has sorta become a running joke around here because everyone has a kagillion of them- so I figured Honda and his lame- ass should WANT it. [shrug] Oh- and on the chapter deal- it'll be longer, I promise! I just don't wanna make it so that the story is like... NEEDLESSLY long. And yes, there will be at least a FEW more YGO fics in my future- but I'm also into other series so a few projects might be up at one time!
NONAME: And he can cook too? [has tried and failed miserably at stealing a life- size inflatable Malik] arg... I want one that cooks too! [sniffle]
NKOAH: Lol- why would I be mad? I asked for suggestions- and thanks! I'm gonna have to really pay more attention to my writing... [sigh] those mistakes are "elementary" and I look like a fool -_-.
GENERAL NOTE: Um... there's some lemon- just a little anyway! But um... 2 chapters up this time and only this first one actually has a STORY- the other one is just the opening for the second part ((you'll get it later on...!))
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'...': thoughts //...//: yami /.../: hikari
Just Let Me Be in Love: A Fear
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"Aibou- you can't." Yami pleaded as Yuugi pulled a rain coat over his thin shoulders.
"Yes I can and I will. Grandpas out there and I have to go find him. We haven't been able to contact him all day- I'm worried."
"I understand, Yuugi- but I don't want you going out into that storm." Yami stood at the doorway, blocking the small teenager's view of the doorknob.
The group of young men had been stuck in the game shop for over five hours- leaving everyone wondering if the place could actually flood- or leak for that matter. Over time the hikaris had become increasingly uncomfortable, Yuugi trying to distract his mind by thinking of his grandfather.
"Yami- I need to find him. What if he's in trouble?"
"And what if something happens to you? Yuugi- I'm coming with you."
"Who'll watch the game shop?" The boy glanced back at the people who had been half asleep during the entire quarrel.
"Jounouchi and Ryou can. Bakura's coming with us." Yami spoke now from Yuugi's body- he could probably protect both forms better if they were one.
"What? I don't want to look for that pathetic old man!" Was the sharp response.
"Bakura- don't bad mouth Yuugi's grandfather. He is a noble man. Besides, I don't want to let you stay here where you can steal cards to your liking." At this, Bakura mumbled a harsh sounding Egyptian insult and Ryou gave Yami a hurt look; just because it was Yami, didn't men he had to accept everything the pharaoh said.
The silver haired man was soon pulling on Ryou's dark blue raincoat, pulling his locks over the collar. //Expect me back before that pharaoh.//
/Maybe you should just look for Motou-san.../
/Do you think I honestly care about that old man? Besides- that puppy is begging for attention.//
/Yami.../ Ryou looked to the back of the game shop where a leather- clad teenager sat sipping hot chocolate and looking through his duel monster cards.
//Weren't you the one who wanted to glomp him as soon as you saw him dressed like that? I'll ditch the pharaoh soon.//
/But-/
"C'mon, Bakura." Yami barked out, the other Egyptian rolling his eyes before following out the front door and into a rained down Domino with flooded streets.
"You've been quiet for a while now." Jounouchi spoke softly, scarring the lone hikari. The young man turned in his seat by the window, looking at the amber eyes that starred back.
"Just thinking, I guess." Ryou smiled lightly before turning back to the blue tinted scenery.
"About?" Jounouchi stood, slowly walking to the young man, eyes to the scenery as well. His tone was distant- thoughtful and concerned- but still the answer would be important. When the shape stood next to him, Ryou looked up.
"I'm sorry for what my yami has- or is about to do." He spoke softly; the blond looked down.
"About to do?"
"I- I really like you and I would rather tell you that before Bakura does something drastic. " The blond was somewhat shocked at the hikari's subtleness; he was also shocked at the pink tint on Ryou's cheeks that stood out in the dark room.
"Huh?"
"I really-"
"Can't you understand that Ryou's got a thing for you?" Bakura's voice snapped, making both teenagers snap into attention. "Damn, Jounouchi- you should have been able to pick up on it."
At this, the blond took a step away from Ryou- Bakura was standing besides his hikari, arms crossed, serious steady gaze unwavering. It was undeniably frightening.
"I- I-"Jounouchi stuttered out, his heart was in his throat beating frantically inside him. What had Bakura just said? As much as he might want the yami, he feelings of being scarred were just as strong. He thought the silver haired male might rip his head off.
/You're scarring him.../ Ryou's eyes went somehow into a painful expression, watching the fear.
//Don't state the obvious.//
/He doesn't like me.../
//You know that's not true.// Both yami and hikari were starring- eyes glazed softly, chocolate orbs clouded in their link.
/Yami- how could you?/ Ryou's clouded eyes couldn't hide the watery crystals. Jounouchi's expression seemed to change at that- but he made no motion.
//How could I?// Bakura blinked, looking down at his lover who now looked back up at him- tears waiting to fall.
"I- I'm sorry." Jounouchi spoke, taking another step back. The motion seemed to encourage Bakura's aggressiveness. Reaching forward, he grabbed the teenager's wrist, pulling him against the wall behind them, boxing Jounouchi in.
"You think a plain apology will make him stop crying?" There were tears in Bakura's sharp eyes; he'd merged with his hikari before he'd boxed in the only teenager left.
"I- I just don't want him to know..." Jounouchi whispered, eyes sliding shut, forehead leaning against the yami's shoulder.
/Huh?/
//Shh...// Bakura stood slightly more upright, pushing Jounouchi upright as well. Leaning lightly against the taller male, the yami went on tip toe, kissing the blond male gently- pausing the tears in the young man's eyes. Jounouchi tensed- but he relaxed in the cold touch.
/You're always rushing things.../
//I couldn't help it...// Bakura couldn't deny that Jounouchi wasn't scarred- he was trembleing. But Bakura's lips wanted control and they hungrily gnawed the blonde's. Softly they parted, the yami's lips trailing against Joey's jaw bone. He could taste the trail of tears beginning to fall, but he didn't stop.
"I don't want Ryou to know..." Jounouchi was whispering as Bakura's tongue teased his ear lobe. "I- I'm... ash-" Bakura took the boy into a hard lip lock- tasting the open mouth and the chocolate kiss that filled the two.
"Ashamed?" The yami whispered as he pulled away- Jounouchi's lack of response to the touches left him wanting to push for what HE wanted. The honey colored eyes looked at the chocolate orbs- a silent answer of yes. Leaning forward, Bakura's lips pressed softly against the blonde's ear. "Don't ever be..."
CHIBI-CHAN: Well, I wouldn't say that Yami and Yuugi had anything to do with trying to get the three together... they seem WAY too good natured to do something like that- but... it happened so I guess that'll be left to your imagination! [wink]
GLASSCAT: [huggles Jounouchi] what a cutie! But um... "First Date"? hmph... [taps her chin] hmph....
HYATT INSOMNIA: Ah... the kind Ryou is in so much pain... well- not really I don't think- he takes a good first step in this chapter I think- so he should be getting better soon. And thanks for the compliment about Jounouchi's clothes- I dunno- just something that would be curious to see ^_~.
FIREDRAGON97: Not many things happen, actually... it just sorta sets the tone, I think. Everything with a blue-ish hue and makes everything all droopy and stuff. [nod nod]
YAMI BAKURA KIA: [laughs] yes- a Nuriko indeed. [nods then goes off to find all her FY plushies]
ANIRON LEGOLAS: Um... thanks ^_^. I try- a little, anyway!
KULUKULY: Hmph... No I haven't- but I'll look into that story... And yes- a leathered up Jounouchi would be SWEEEETTTT! [fan girl cry]
ANIMEGIRL: Yes- that last chapter was "Kawaii but strange"- and I think this one is too...! Oh- and you wanna huggle Bakura? [pulls out the life- size Bakura inflatable doll from her closet] there ya go! That's the best substitute... well, besides the plushies. But for a real huggle, you've gotta super size 'im! But yes- I agree about the masochism deal- I sorta like that too! [hides her head]
ARTEMIS ZEPHIR: Oh- thanks [blushes happily] So it's not a cliché? [dances around]
RYOUBARKURAFAN013: Hmph... what happened between Ryou and Bakura when Jounouchi came out in the clothes? Um- there's a line in here where Bakura says what was on Ryou's mind- don't worry- I got a little confused at that part too- and I freakin' wrote it! . But the Honda card? I dunno- that Bubonic Vermin card has sorta become a running joke around here because everyone has a kagillion of them- so I figured Honda and his lame- ass should WANT it. [shrug] Oh- and on the chapter deal- it'll be longer, I promise! I just don't wanna make it so that the story is like... NEEDLESSLY long. And yes, there will be at least a FEW more YGO fics in my future- but I'm also into other series so a few projects might be up at one time!
NONAME: And he can cook too? [has tried and failed miserably at stealing a life- size inflatable Malik] arg... I want one that cooks too! [sniffle]
NKOAH: Lol- why would I be mad? I asked for suggestions- and thanks! I'm gonna have to really pay more attention to my writing... [sigh] those mistakes are "elementary" and I look like a fool -_-.
GENERAL NOTE: Um... there's some lemon- just a little anyway! But um... 2 chapters up this time and only this first one actually has a STORY- the other one is just the opening for the second part ((you'll get it later on...!))
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'...': thoughts //...//: yami /.../: hikari
Just Let Me Be in Love: A Fear
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"Aibou- you can't." Yami pleaded as Yuugi pulled a rain coat over his thin shoulders.
"Yes I can and I will. Grandpas out there and I have to go find him. We haven't been able to contact him all day- I'm worried."
"I understand, Yuugi- but I don't want you going out into that storm." Yami stood at the doorway, blocking the small teenager's view of the doorknob.
The group of young men had been stuck in the game shop for over five hours- leaving everyone wondering if the place could actually flood- or leak for that matter. Over time the hikaris had become increasingly uncomfortable, Yuugi trying to distract his mind by thinking of his grandfather.
"Yami- I need to find him. What if he's in trouble?"
"And what if something happens to you? Yuugi- I'm coming with you."
"Who'll watch the game shop?" The boy glanced back at the people who had been half asleep during the entire quarrel.
"Jounouchi and Ryou can. Bakura's coming with us." Yami spoke now from Yuugi's body- he could probably protect both forms better if they were one.
"What? I don't want to look for that pathetic old man!" Was the sharp response.
"Bakura- don't bad mouth Yuugi's grandfather. He is a noble man. Besides, I don't want to let you stay here where you can steal cards to your liking." At this, Bakura mumbled a harsh sounding Egyptian insult and Ryou gave Yami a hurt look; just because it was Yami, didn't men he had to accept everything the pharaoh said.
The silver haired man was soon pulling on Ryou's dark blue raincoat, pulling his locks over the collar. //Expect me back before that pharaoh.//
/Maybe you should just look for Motou-san.../
/Do you think I honestly care about that old man? Besides- that puppy is begging for attention.//
/Yami.../ Ryou looked to the back of the game shop where a leather- clad teenager sat sipping hot chocolate and looking through his duel monster cards.
//Weren't you the one who wanted to glomp him as soon as you saw him dressed like that? I'll ditch the pharaoh soon.//
/But-/
"C'mon, Bakura." Yami barked out, the other Egyptian rolling his eyes before following out the front door and into a rained down Domino with flooded streets.
"You've been quiet for a while now." Jounouchi spoke softly, scarring the lone hikari. The young man turned in his seat by the window, looking at the amber eyes that starred back.
"Just thinking, I guess." Ryou smiled lightly before turning back to the blue tinted scenery.
"About?" Jounouchi stood, slowly walking to the young man, eyes to the scenery as well. His tone was distant- thoughtful and concerned- but still the answer would be important. When the shape stood next to him, Ryou looked up.
"I'm sorry for what my yami has- or is about to do." He spoke softly; the blond looked down.
"About to do?"
"I- I really like you and I would rather tell you that before Bakura does something drastic. " The blond was somewhat shocked at the hikari's subtleness; he was also shocked at the pink tint on Ryou's cheeks that stood out in the dark room.
"Huh?"
"I really-"
"Can't you understand that Ryou's got a thing for you?" Bakura's voice snapped, making both teenagers snap into attention. "Damn, Jounouchi- you should have been able to pick up on it."
At this, the blond took a step away from Ryou- Bakura was standing besides his hikari, arms crossed, serious steady gaze unwavering. It was undeniably frightening.
"I- I-"Jounouchi stuttered out, his heart was in his throat beating frantically inside him. What had Bakura just said? As much as he might want the yami, he feelings of being scarred were just as strong. He thought the silver haired male might rip his head off.
/You're scarring him.../ Ryou's eyes went somehow into a painful expression, watching the fear.
//Don't state the obvious.//
/He doesn't like me.../
//You know that's not true.// Both yami and hikari were starring- eyes glazed softly, chocolate orbs clouded in their link.
/Yami- how could you?/ Ryou's clouded eyes couldn't hide the watery crystals. Jounouchi's expression seemed to change at that- but he made no motion.
//How could I?// Bakura blinked, looking down at his lover who now looked back up at him- tears waiting to fall.
"I- I'm sorry." Jounouchi spoke, taking another step back. The motion seemed to encourage Bakura's aggressiveness. Reaching forward, he grabbed the teenager's wrist, pulling him against the wall behind them, boxing Jounouchi in.
"You think a plain apology will make him stop crying?" There were tears in Bakura's sharp eyes; he'd merged with his hikari before he'd boxed in the only teenager left.
"I- I just don't want him to know..." Jounouchi whispered, eyes sliding shut, forehead leaning against the yami's shoulder.
/Huh?/
//Shh...// Bakura stood slightly more upright, pushing Jounouchi upright as well. Leaning lightly against the taller male, the yami went on tip toe, kissing the blond male gently- pausing the tears in the young man's eyes. Jounouchi tensed- but he relaxed in the cold touch.
/You're always rushing things.../
//I couldn't help it...// Bakura couldn't deny that Jounouchi wasn't scarred- he was trembleing. But Bakura's lips wanted control and they hungrily gnawed the blonde's. Softly they parted, the yami's lips trailing against Joey's jaw bone. He could taste the trail of tears beginning to fall, but he didn't stop.
"I don't want Ryou to know..." Jounouchi was whispering as Bakura's tongue teased his ear lobe. "I- I'm... ash-" Bakura took the boy into a hard lip lock- tasting the open mouth and the chocolate kiss that filled the two.
"Ashamed?" The yami whispered as he pulled away- Jounouchi's lack of response to the touches left him wanting to push for what HE wanted. The honey colored eyes looked at the chocolate orbs- a silent answer of yes. Leaning forward, Bakura's lips pressed softly against the blonde's ear. "Don't ever be..."
