DZ: I had a dream about this. That's definitely something to write about. Even if it's to get it out of your head. T_T
Ryou: You should be working on your essay.
DZ: Screw the essay about some old translator who didn't have a feckin' life. I have to write this. I don't want to loose the idea.
Jou: Is it another me and Seto fic?
DZ: Well, sort of. Hehehe, this is mainly Yugi and Yami AND Jou and Seto. The couplings can share the spotlight. And there's a bit of one sided Seto and Yami.
Seto and Yami: What?!
DZ: That was predictable. Hehehe, this fic is meant to be light hearted. I'm not going to put much angst into it. Maybe a little for Yugi though...
Yugi: It's always me isn't it?
DZ: ^_^;; Ah, sorry. Don't worry, nothing overly dramatic. Ok, I don't own Yu-Gi-Oh! On with the fic!
Clockwork Angel, Chapter 1: The New Kid
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"Ahem."
Yami looked up as Takahashi-sensei cleared his throat. He closed the book he was reading and looked ahead of the class where the teacher stood.
"We have a new student just transfered him from Hokkaido." He announced writing a name in the board. The door opened to reveal a tall young man with a lanky build. The boy ran a hand through his golden blonde hair. He stood at the front of the class, a wide grin on his face. "Jounouchi Katsuya. I'm hoping you will help Jounouchi-san feel welcomed."
A chorus of greetings were directed at the new student, and he waved back saying a small "yoh" before Takashi-sensei sent him in the seat in front of Yami. Yami nodded to him when he gave him a small smile, and went back to his own work. Until he felt Seto staring at him. He looked behind him to meet a pair of ice blue eyes glaring at him. Yami sighed. He was right once again. Seto Kaiba, long time rival was glaring at him yet again.
"Hey," Yami heard the new boy whisper to him. "What's with that guy staring at you? It looks like he's ready to kill or sumthin'."
"Ah, don't worry about Seto." Yami told him. "He's like that everyday. I just beat him in a Duel Monsters game once and the guy now holds a grudge against me."
"Ah, so that's Seto Kaiba." Katsuya said, looking at the now reading Kaiba. "Head of Kaiba Corp. and technological genius."
Yami gave him a weird look, eyebrows rising. "Why such interest?"
"Ahah." Katsuya laughed nervously. "I like to work with computers an' stuff, and Kaiba Corp. basically has the best tech stuff around."
Yami nodded, but looked doubtful. Katsuya turned around, and Yami went back to his work. Not another word was spoken until the chime of the bell was heard. Students filed out of the classroom eager to get home or wherever their destination was. Katsuya did not want to go home yet. No one would be there anyways. His father would still be at work, and his sister was with their mother in Hokkaido.
Yami saw Katsuya sequestered from the other students looking wistfully as the other students passed by. With a mix of pity and curiosity, Yami approached him. "Hey, Katsuya right? Since your new here, how 'bout I show you around? I'm meeting some of my friends at The Arcana, it's the local arcade and the best in town."
"Sure, thanks...uh?" Katsuya smiled at him. "I don't know your name yet."
"Yami, Yami Mouto."
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Otogi wrinkled his nose as he lost another game. Honda was laughing behind him, spouting gibes about his skill. "Grr..."
"Easy there, Otogi. It's only a game." Yami said from his left. "But that was a real good move with the sword thing Katsuya."
Katsuya grinned. His fourth win over Otogi boosted his ego greatly. He looked at Otogi scowling at the still laughing Honda. "Eh, don't worry Otogi. You'll get better at it once ya get more practice."
Honda snorted out a laugh and Yami chuckled. Otogi rolled his eyes and gave Honda a back kick on the shins. And with that a scuffle between the two broke out. The other two just stood there watching, Yami in boredom and Katsuya in amusement.
"Are they always like this?" He asked Yami. Yami nodded, going over to the two to break them up.
"Let's go to Tatsuki's place and get you guys some drinks to cool off." Yami suggested. Otogi and Honda agreed. Katsuya just followed them across the street to a small diner. They sat at the their usual booth and waited to order. A tall youth with short black hair and a goofy smile came over to them.
"Hey guys. How are you today?" He asked.
"We're good, Tatsuki. This is Katsuya, he's new here." Yami said pointing to Katsuya."
"Welcome to town, Katsuya." Tatsuki took out a small pad of paper from his apron. "Now, what can I get you guys."
"I just want a coke." Yami said.
"I'll have sprite and a basket of fries." Otogi said.
"Just fries and a coke." Honda said.
"Uh, can I have a vanilla shake?" Jou asked.
Tatsuki nodded. "Is that all for you?"
The boys nodded and he went to get their orders. While waiting Otogi and Honda started a toothpick war and Katsuya joined in. Yami just ignored his immature friends, concentrating on something else while trying to avoid the barrage of toothpick Honda and Katsuya were now assaulting Otogi with.
"AAAHH!! Yami help me!" Otogi's cries were in vain. Yami refused to join. "Fine, I surrender!"
Katsuya and Honda grinned at each other and slapped their hands together for a high five. The food came and they settled down a bit.
"So, Katsuya, what's was your old school like?" Otogi asked trying to make a conversation.
Katsuya blinked. "Um...eh, well there's nothing really special about it. It was co-ed though. Not like our school. But besides that it's just like a normal high school."
"Were the girls hot there?" Honda asked. Yami and Otogi sweatdropped. Honda always had girls in mind.
"Eheh, I guess. Well, my old girlfriend is really attractive. Mai and I are just friends now, though." Katsuya said. Honda was hanging on his every word.
"You think you can introduce me?" Honda looked at him with pleading eyes.
Katsuya laughed. "Man, I don't think your her type. Besides, she lives in Hokkaido. Your an island away from her, ya know?"
"Aww, c'mon." Honda pleaded.
"Well, I think she's going out with someone, so I really dunno." Katsuya shrugged. "I'll talk to her."
"Yeah!" Honda cheered. "Your now my best friend, Katsuya."
"Man, your so relentless, Honda." Otogi commented.
"Hey, at least I'm going to get a girl."
The others sweatdrop. Yami said. "Dork, we don't know if your getting a girl, so don't plan your wedding yet. Sheesh."
Katsuya looked at his watch, only to jump out of his seat in surprise. "ACK! I have to get home!"
He took out a couple of bills from his wallet and laid it on the table. The others wished him goodbye and he quickly left, running on the sidewalk as he made his way home. In his haste Katsuya turned into a corner and bumped into someone falling in the process.
"Ah, sorry about that." He looked up to see ice-blue orbs glaring at him. "Oh, your Seto Kaiba. I'm Jounouchi Katsuya, I just transferred in your class."
Katsuya help out a hand. Seto didn't take it, but still glared regarding Katsuya with a scowl before speaking, "Look, I don't care who you are. Just watch where your going next time."
Katsuya glowered at Seto's retreating back before making his way home again. He arrived at his new house, stopping at the door to catch his breath. Upon entering he knew his father had attempted to cook again. The smell of burnt meat hung in the air. He went into the kitchen and opening the sliding door that made it's way into the backyard. He turned the ceiling fan on to let the air circulate trying to rid of the arid smell.
Katsuya looked at the stove. It had been white yesterday when they moved in, but now it had scorch marks all over it. Looking around he saw the note attached on the fridge.
Katsu,
I'm sorry about the burnt dinner. You weren't home yet, so I thought of making dinner. Went off to work already, just order some fast food or something. See you in the morning.
Dad
Katsuya hated it when their father tried to cook. Too many near death experiences. He went to his room not really feeling hungry. He logged onto his computer, signing into his instant message quickly. Mai was online.
Harpy_Tenshi: how was ur 1st day of school.
Akai-hitomi: it was great, mom...
Harpy_Tenshi: very funny...
There was a pause.
Harpy_Tenshi: well?
Akai-hitomi: well, what?!
Harpy_Tenshi: why r u so dense?? tell me what happened on ur 1st day of school!!
Akai-hitomi: ok, geez. well, i met some cool guys and they showed me a bit.
Harpy_Tenshi: and?
Akai-hitomi: and then i went home and dad tried to cook again
Harpy_Tenshi: OMG!! are u ok? is the house ok?
Akai-hitomi: yea, not much damage, just a bad smell and some scorch marks on the stove
Harpy_Tenshi: oh, that's good. now tell me what else happened.
Akai-hitomi: that's it
Harpy_Tenshi: no! that's not it!! ur going to Seto Kaiba's school!! didn't u see him at least?
Akai-hitomi: i did, and he was a jerk. and i think he likes my new friend
Harpy_Tenshi: huh?
Akai-hitomi: LOL, nothing. he just keeps staring at this guy i made friends with today.
Harpy_Tenshi: haha, maybe it's something else?
Akai-hitomi: mebbe, i dunno. listen i'm getting hungry, so i'm going to go scrounge for food. tell shizu i miss her when she logs on. bai!
Harpy_Tenshi: bai bai!!
Katsuya turned signed off. He looked at the time and decided that it wasn't too late to go out for food. He walked around some boxes he had yet finished unpacking and fished through his closet for a light jacket. Putting it on, he headed out into the night in search of food.
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DZ: That's kinda a funny statement. "he headed out into the night in search of food". Hehehe...
Seto: Why am I obsessed with Yami?
DZ: Damnit, your giving the plot away. I didn't say you were obsessed. But that's how it's going to come off as. Yeah...
Jou: Why is he obsessed with Yami?
DZ: Argh! He's not! At least not for long! Not with you around anyways.
Jou: Am I supposed to be that interested in him? Why does Mai know where Seto goes to school at?
DZ: Stop it. It'll all play out in the end, ok!!
Ryou: My someone has a temper today.
DZ: It's the questions! Make 'em stop! Make 'em stop!!
Bakura: Chill, geez. Please read and review. There I said it. It's over. No more. Zip. Zilch. Zero. Na- *hand clamps around his mouth*
Ryou: *has hand clamped around Bakura's mouth* Shut up.
