Lookie, no Touchy, Chapter 1

by Moonchild DJ and Sukino

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Sukino: *jumps up and down* We have a new story!!!!!!

Moonchild DJ: *sighs and puts a hand on her head* And we have a hyper co-writer...

Sukino: *grins* You know you love me!!!!

Moonchild DJ: *giggles* Hai, unfortunately!

Sukino: Well we have gone and done another story. . .

Moonchild DJ: And we're not even done with ! Oy...

Sukino: Hey you did it all the time!

Moonchild DJ: *blushes* Well....hai....I dun mean to...

Sukino: Well neither did we. . .we were just excited about this story!!!

Moonchild DJ: Hai! This is a rather kawaii one...

Sukino: *nods her head* yep I love this one. . and I hope you all will to!

Moonchild DJ: Um...Sukino...what rating are you gonna give it..?

Sukino: *turns red* We. . umm. .. there. .. is that thing. . .umm. ..

Moonchild DJ: Exactly...R, then?

Sukino: *nods* R is it. . . .

Moonchild DJ: *blushes* Our second story, and already into R....what does that say about us...?

Sukino: That you are a bad influence on me. . ..

Moonchild DJ: *glares at Sukino* HEY!!

Sukino: *smirks* what'd I say?

Moonchild DJ: *pouts* Hmph.

Sukino: I was kidding! *tackleglomp*

Moonchild DJ: Eeep!! *falls over with a squeak*

Sukino: *looks at the readers* So read and enjoy!

Moonchild DJ: *in a rather squashed sort of voice* And don' forget t' review...!

Sukino: Oops! *clamers off of Dee* Gomen nasai. . .

Moonchild DJ: *rubs her nose, then sticks her tongue out goofily before tackling her* Review, onegai!! And enjoy!

Sukino: ACK!!!!!

Moonchild DJ: *tickles Sukino* Oh yeah, and we don't own anything of Yugioh!

Sukino; Y-yeah w-we w-want to t-though. . .D-Dee s-stop!! *laughing so hard tears come to her eyes*

Moonchild DJ: *grins insanely* NO MERCY!

Sukino: *looks at the reader* H-HELP!!!!!!

Moonchild DJ: *beams innocently at the readers before attacking again*

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Jou was sitting on a bench in a park near Kaiba Corp. He looked through a window he knew was Seto's. He sighed. I love him. . .how can I love the one person who has made my life a terror. . I know because he is absolutely perfect. .'

Seto pushed a hand through his hair as he closed up for the day. He still didn't believe the call. KaibaCorp in America...that is amazing...and I get to go there. Not sure about how long I have to stay, but it should be rewarding...'

Seto closed up his laptop and grabbed his briefcase and coat, slinging both over one shoulder lazily as he left and stepped out into the light.

Jou stared aimlessly at the sky. . . will I ever be able to tell him. . .could he return my feelings. ..'

Seto decided to take a walk to clear his thoughts, the breeze rippled his hair and his shirt as he walked into the park quietly.

The blond ran his hands through hair. why am I stressing?!!'

Seto stopped, making sure that he had all his papers from work. He gave a sharp cry as the wind took off with them, as they blew right towards Jou.

Jou looked up seeing the papers, and jumped to his feet as he tried to gather them. I wonder who they belong to?'

The brunette grumbled as he chased after the scattered papers He wasn't watching where he was going and bashed his head against Jou's as they both bent over to gather up papers.

Jou cried as looked up and saw Seto's cerulean eyes. Oh gods. . .it is Seto. . .'

Seto blinked, his eyes widen as he found himself face to face with Jou. Hm...pretty honey-brown eyes...gah, what am I THINKING?!'
He stepped back, fighting down a blush. So it's you, mutt.

Oh yeah it is the insult game once again. . do I even want to play it anymore. . .iie. . .' Hai Kabia it''s me. . Jou answer

The older boy glanced at him, then down as he picked up more scattered papers. Arigato for the help. Appreciate it.
You're welcome. . what are you doing out here anyway? Jou asked.

Just clearing my head. He stuffed the papers back in his briefcase. ....got a long trip ahead of me, just needed to sort things through...

 A long trip. . .where ya going?

America. KaibaCorp's opening a new branch there. Seto stated.

He is leaving' WHAT?!. . you can't!! Jou blurted out.

Seto blinked. I can't? Since when are you my travel programmer, mutt?

Jou looked down. Never mind. . .

Seto quirked a brow. Thought you'd be glad to get me out of your hair. Look at the bright side, no more taunts from this end, you'd have to find someone else to fling insults at you. He snapped his briefcase shut with a finality.

 I don't want someone else. . .I want you. .Jou told him, his voice barely a whisper.

He quirked both brows this time. What, you're a glutton for punishment, pup? Seto questioned.

It's now or never. .' I-I. . I-I. . I-I love you ok?! I. LOVE. YOU! he stuttered, running off before he could get an answer.

Seto's briefcase fell to the ground with a thump. He was shocked speechless. There's....no WAY he could have said what I think he just said! .....Did he?'

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 Jou sat on the steps of his home that evening. He looked up at the stars and sighed. Why did I do that?. . .he could never return the feelings. . to him I'm just a mutt. . .an annoying mutt'

Seto took an evening walk, hands shoved into his coat pockets as he wandered alongside the sidewalk going past Jou's home. He felt a bit confused.

Jou looked up, seeing Seto coming up the street. What's he doing here?!'

The taller boy stumbled over the uneven sidewalk in his distractedness. He fell down with a hiss. He struck his knee on the concrete. Baka me, where's my head? Stupid blond mutt, why'd he have to say that?!'

Jou gasped, thinking he was hurt. He rushed to his side. Are you ok, Kaiba? He asked, concern shinning in his eyes.

Seto's eyes went wide at his voice. He turned to stare at him in surprise What IS this?! Fate must be laughing her ass off at this..of all the people...!

Seto stood, ignoring the twinge of pain and the rip in his pants at the knee.

Are you positive?

I'll be fine. I've been through worse. Seto stared at him, trying to figure him out.

Jou could feel the gaze. What is it?

Seto paused. ..........Why?

Why what?

You know perfectly well what....

 Oh. . . . . Jou sighed and looked down. Because I do. . .because you are you. . ..
The brunette shook his head in confusion, the wind sending his hair into his eyes. All I do is aggravate you. Not the best person to l....love...

 Demo isn't the best person to love. . . it shows you are there. . you know me almost better than I know myself. . .Seto I understand if you can't return the feelings but I'm not taking mine back. . . I think I'm going to go back inside, my Pop's probably wondering why i'm not at dinner. . . Jou told him.

 I don't get you. I'm leaving in a few days, and you spring this on me...

Jou turned back, looking at Seto sadly. I wanted you to know before you left. . . .well bye Se-. .Kaiba Jou ran up the stairs of the house, closing the door .it's not fair. . .I should just kept my mouth shut. . . . . '

Seto glanced after him, still confused, and shoved a hand through his hair. He turned to walk on, though this time with a slight limp. Why is this bothering me so much? It's the mutt's fault for being like this, not me...it's not like I care for him...' He stopped, his eyes widening as his heart started telling him otherwise. No! I'm not going to think about that, I won't!' He ran off, still very confused and now more than a little torn.

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The next day, although he tried to fight the urge to go to the park near Kaiba Corp Jou ended up going and he found himself in the same spot as yesterday. Jou looked into the same window where Kaiba's office was.

Seto sat in the chair at his desk, as he attempted to work, but not getting very far. His pen clacking more against his desk in a nervous rhythm than any kind of work getting done. He rocked back and forth in his chair and growled in aggravation,. He grabbed his coat and told his secretary that he was taking a walk. He shoved his hands into his pockets as he wandered into the park.

Jou sighed gazing around the park. So that's it. . .he knows now and now he thinks I'm off my nut. . .oh well, maybe once he leaves, the hurt will too. . .'

Seto wandered by, his coat flapping in the breeze as he turned a corner. He went to the lake and stopped there. He skipped stones off the water as his mind swam in circles.

The younger boy heard the water splashing and saw Seto. . . . why do I keep seeing him. . is this Fate's sick way of saying, lookie, no touchy!'

Seto growled as he hurled a stone into the water with a satisfying splash. Gods....why in the world would he fall for me? I do nothing but torment him...but then...why do I torment him in the first place? He never did anything to me, never went out of his way to get on my bad side, I just...started teasing him for no reason...does that mean something? Could it mean that I care for him? But if I do...that could open up a whole new bunch of problems...like since when did you go and fall for your enemy? I can't love him...I can't! He's my enemy...and I'm leaving in one day....'

He walked up behind him and tapped his shoulder. Aren't you supposed to be working Mr. CEO? Jou asked smiling.

Seto's eyes widened as his heart suddenly turned to mush at the grin ......Can't work.....

Wy?. . is something wrong?

Can't concentrate.

Oh well, maybe I should let you clear your head. . .I need to get home anyways . . .I have to cook dinner tonight. . Ja ne, Kabia, Jou told him as he turned to leave.

No, wait-- He bit his lip, wondering what to say.



Seto rubbed his neck nervously. Umm...walk with me....Jounouchi....onegai? he asked.

The blond's heart flipped. H-hai. . .

Seto smiled in relief, the first true smile he'd ever shown to Jou.

 he smiled. . Seto Kabia actually smiled!' Jou turned to him. So where are we walking to?

 You hungry? We could grab some food...

Seto you know me. . I'm always hungry! Jou smiled again.

Seto smirked slightly. That you are. Come on, I know this great little outdoor restaurant that has the best food...

Jou nodded. Just to be with him *mental sigh*. . . but he leaves tomorrow. . .'

The older boy nodded back as he led Jou there, a hand at the small of his back to help him avoid the busy people rushing around.

Jou nearly died at the touch, Breath just breath In Out In Out Out In In. .wait that's not right!!'

Seto led him to an empty table. He pulled a chair out for him out of courtesy with a slight blush. Gah, what are you so nervous about all of a sudden? You're acting like this is a first date...which it is, kinda...ack, shut up!'

Jou smiled at Seto. Arigato. . so do you wanna tell me about Kaiba Corp and America?. . .you leave tomorrow don't you?.

Seto took his own seat, steepling his fingers before him. Hai...tomorrow...they're opening a new branch there, and as CEO, I have to be there. I....just don't know when I'll be back...or if I will...

Sadness and hurt flickered in Jou's eyes before he covered it up with a look of happiness. Well that must be exciting. . .is Mokuba going with you?

He nodded. I can't leave my little brother behind when I don't know the long-term plans of this new branch. They may want me to stay there to take over the corporation there.

The flicker of hurt crossed his eyes again, before he nodded. . . .it's a once in a lifetime chance. . .congratulations, Seto. . .

Seto lowered his hands. He had seen the quicksilver flash in the expressive dark eyes. Once in a lifetime....hai....demo.....

But what, Seto?. . wasn't it your dream for Kaiba Corp to expand and grow? Jou questioned.

Of course. But the dream comes at the cost of...other things that I may not be able to have if I leave.... Seto responded.

Like what?. . .

Home. Friends--what few I have-- He glanced down and muttered as he traced an absent pattern into the table with his fingertip. ......Love...

Love?. . but you can try and find all those things in America. . I wish you would stay with me. .learn to love me. . but it's all just wishful thinking'

Seto blinked as he realized he'd just traced the word 'puppy' into the table. He flushed slightly as he glanced up at Jou. But what if I've found love here....?

I wish it was me. . I'm sure he probably fell for someone in his office or something. . .'

I'm sure that who ever it is . . will understand that this is your dream and wait for you. .. Jou explained.

The brunette studied him intently for a moment ........Would you, Jounouchi?

What?. . . its me!! he was talking about Me!!!!'

Seto flushed again, swallowing past the large lump in his throat. .....Would you wait for me?

Jou looked up at him and answered. All my life. . . Maybe it is just a hypothetical question, so just cool your jets, Jou. .'

His eyes widened before he smiled again. I'm glad to hear that....though I'm sure you wouldn't have to wait all your life...

Were you just asking that hypothetically, Seto?

Please say no please say no. . . . . .'

Seto blushed and lowered his eyes before shaking his head. I wasn't, Jounouchi...

His eyes grew wide before he jumped out of his seat. He glomped Seto happily. . . .but just when I get him. . he's leaving. . .it's not fair. . .'

Seto gasped. He nearly toppled out of his chair backwards, his arms automatically going around him, first to catch himself, then slowly he hugged him back.

The blond pulled back. Gomen nasai. . .. He looked down at his watch. ACK! my dad is going to kill me! he yelped.

Seto blinked, sighing, then glanced down at his own watch. He cursed softly. ...And I've got to get back to work...without food, nonetheless...

Can I see you tomorrow before you leave. . .just for a moment or two?. . Jou asked.

Seto nodded. ....Of course. I...won't be leaving until after five...by the time Mokuba gets home from school, and everything gets packed up... He stood, suddenly he didn't like the idea of traveling as much as he was.

Okay, I'll meet you in the park at at 4:30 okay? Jou affirmed.

It's a date. Seto flushed at his words. ...I mean...

I get it. . gotta book it Jou smiled one last time before he ran home.

The older boy shook his head as he headed back to the office ....I must be insane...

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Jou arrived at the park at 4:30, a small package in his hands. Having found a picture that someone took of Seto and himself arguing at Duelist Kingdom, he had framed it and wrapped it up, a gift so Seto wouldn't forget him. I can wait however long it takes. . .I love him and I will never stop. . .'

An assistant to Seto came up to the blond cautiously and asked. Katsuya Jounouchi?

Jou eyed the stranger. H-hai. . .that's me. . .

Gomen nasai, but Kaiba-sama sent me to give you a message. His plane left an hour earlier then he'd anticipated, so he left, as far as I know, around 3:30. he stated in a sad tone.

What?! h-he's gone!'Jou exclaimed. Tears formed in his eyes, he fought to keep them at bay. He said we could meet. . he promised!' Jou fled from the park in a fit ot tears. I have lost him. . .and I didn't even give him the gift' He ended up at his home. He collapsed on the stairs sobbing. I lost him. . he is gone. ..'

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Sukino: *gasping for air still uder attack* D-Dee!!

Moonchild DJ: Whoops! *scrambles off of Sukino* Can't be tickling you when we've gotta talk, ne?

Sukino: H-hai. . .*panting*

Moonchild DJ: *giggles* You SO deserved that, 'kino-chan...

Sukino: I d-did n-not. . .

Moonchild DJ: Mmm-hmm. For all the goddess comments, and all....? *quirks a brow*

Sukino: Ok ok. . .*sticks out her tounge*

Moonchild DJ: *giggles and huggles her, then glances at the readers* Hey there! Hope you enoyed the first chapter...*huggles Sukino again*....She thought up the name of the ficcie, ain't you proud of her?

Sukino: *blushes* It wasn't nothing. . . .

Moonchild DJ: I think it's cute!

Sukino: I'm glad that you like it! *huggles her* I hope the readers liked it too

Monchild DJ: I hope so too...although....*gulps*....we....kinda left it on a cliffie...? *squeaks*

Sukino: *pales* Uh oh. . . .

Moonchild DJ: Erk....O.O....are we gonna have to run again...?

Sukino: *nods, grabbing her arm*

Moonchild DJ: *sweatdrops* I hate runniiiiiiiiiiiiing....!! *stumbles after Sukino, racing after her*

Sukino: *calls back* DON'T FORGET TO REVIEW!!!! *dives into RP-land*

Moonchild DJ: *voice echoes as she dives in after Sukino* You and your baka cliffies! You're gonna kill us!