A/N: I've had accusations of Pegasus, Mokuba, Yami Seto, Malik, Jounouchi, Anzu and who else? Oh yea, Yugi. Well, is it one of them? Maybe…maybe not…Could be an OC, but it might not be…Who is it? Well, I would eliminate the wrong answers and tell you the right one, but you'll just have to wait for the stalker to reveal themselves, won't you? I'm the only one who knows who the stalker is and I'm not telling! God it's so hard to be modest!!! ^___^
Ain't I a stinker? :P
The first bit of this chappy is fluffy. I wanted to lighten up the mood a little. Seto-chan has been tortured and I wanted to give him a break. In fact, I need a break. Me want Strawberry Blasted Honeycomb!!
" Yami, tell me the story of the Rings of Lovers."
" But you've heard it a million times."
" Please?"
" As you wish, my precious Blue Eyes."
Seto smiled up at Yami as he got his way again. Yami shook his head at him and shifted in his seat so he could be comfortable holding him while he told the story.
Clearing his throat, he began. " Once upon a time, in a land far, far away, there lived two boys. One of them was the ruler of his land. He was a King, a Pharaoh, a Kaiser. He lived in a big, beautiful castle on a hill. He had crimson eyes and hair of three colors. Can you guess what they are?"
Kaiba pretended to think. " Red, yellow and black?"
" That's right," He punctuated by touching his finger to his nose," And everyone loved this Pharaoh, shall we call him."
" Especially himself." He quipped.
Yami mock glared at him." No comments from the peanut gallery, please. The point is the people loved him. Though, as much as he had the love of the people, he was very lonely. He longed for a love of his own. One that he could claim as his own. One that everyone would want, but never have. One that he could protect and pleasure and love forever. He searched all over for this person, but never found him."
" Until?"
" Until one day, he received a present. This present was a boy. This boy had russet hair," Yami ran his fingers through Seto's hair lovingly.
"-His skin was flawless, ivory and smooth as the finest silk," Then his hand trailed down from his hair to caress his cheek.
" –And his lips," Yami's fingers traced over his lips," Were full, kissable, pouty."
" –And what really captured the Pharaoh's attention was this boy's eyes. They were that of sapphire; though no jewel could possibly be any more attractive. His eyes were especially gorgeous when they had this 'Come to bed' look. He considered himself very lucky to receive such a present. This boy was beautiful. So beautiful…"
Yami trailed off as he leaned in closer to Seto. That part of the story always made him fall in love all over again. He inched just a little closer and captured his lips. Yami smirked mentally when he heard his koi moan into their kiss and part his lips for him. Such submission made him want Seto just that much more.
But the compliant brunette would have none of it. He gently pushed him away. " No you don't. You promised me a story. Then we can play."
Yami pouted. But Seto pouted even more, and he had to concede. " Fine. The Pharaoh fell in love with this present and tried to take him for himself. But the present, who shall be referred to as bishonen, would not go quietly. He had been abused and bought and sold many times and did not want to be used as a slave. He fought the Pharaoh's advances. The Pharaoh wasn't discouraged by this, in fact it only seemed to hearten his efforts…"
Seto smirked. " That sounds familiar."
" Oh shush! I got you a new shirt didn't I? It wasn't my fault the other one had too many buttons. Anyway, that all changed when someone attempted to harm the bishonen. It had been one of his enemies. Someone that had hated him ever since he took the throne. Well, one day, while the Pharaoh and his bishonen were taking a ride through the Forest of Sanctuary, when they were attacked. An arrow was aimed at the bishonen and was taken in the shoulder by the Pharaoh."
" Now the bishonen was in shock. He had never heard of someone risking his or her life for his. It simply wasn't done. The Pharaoh had to stay in bed for a little while because the arrow was poisoned tipped. The bishonen would have stayed by the Pharaoh's side, but he was called away by one of the servants; telling him that the Pharaoh's advisor wanted to see him. Unfortunately, this particular servant was working for the Pharaoh's enemy. And he made an attempt on the bishonen's life."
" He would have died if the Pharaoh hadn't disobeyed his healer's orders and come looking for the bishonen. He decided he had been away too long and when he found him; he immediately killed the servant by crushing his mind with magic. That was twice his life had been saved by the Pharaoh."
" What happens next?"
Yami smiled at his eagerness. Seto had heard the story a thousand times, yet he still managed to look like a child in a candy store when he told it. He yanked the elusive CEO over and into his lap. Kaiba let out a squeak as Yami locked his arms around him and nuzzled his cheek." Mine."
Blushing, he tried to get the Pharaoh's mind on something else." The story Yami. What happens next?"
" Hm? Oh, yea, the story. Well, the bishonen was grateful for the Pharaoh's actions. He even kissed him as a display of his gratitude. The Pharaoh was ecstatic that this bishonen returned his feelings. Though, the Pharaoh knew that he couldn't leave his bishonen alone; for his enemies would be after him. So he had his metal maker forge two gold rings. Both of these rings had the Eye of Ra on them. And with these rings, the Pharaoh and his bishonen preformed a ritual that locked their souls together. This way, the Pharaoh would always know where his koi was and would always be able to reach and protect him. For the rings had magical powers. No one could harm the bishonen, for the Pharaoh's love protected him from any threat. And in return, the love of the bishonen gave the Pharaoh the power and will to do anything and defeat anyone. And they lived happily ever after."
Seto snickered and eyed his own ring." You sap for happy endings."
" My story, my rules. You don't like it, go read Steven King. Now we can play." Yami grinned.
" Kaiba-san, we've arrived at the Game Shop. I shall leave the motor running as you instructed."
The Pharaoh cursed. " Kaskheti. We're here already. Stupid speedy driver, getting in the way of my playtime."
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Friends and family greeted Yami as he entered the Game Shop. Kaiba received a greeting more or less from them all too. Yugi was the only one who actually made an effort to say hi though. Yugi-tachi were not too keen on the CEO dating and sleeping with the Pharaoh. Though when they voiced said opinions, Yami made sure they understood they had no say in the matter.
That still didn't stop Jou from trying to bait him into an argument or a fight. " What's wrong Kaiba? I guess you don't say 'hi' anymore when you're a major jerk."
" I don't say 'hi' to you period basset hound."
" How rude can you be Kaiba?" Anzu shot in.
" About as rude as your face."
Yami glared at his friends and ceased the spat about to happen. " Anzu, Jou, enough."
Anzu quit glaring at Kaiba long enough to ask Yami a question. " Why weren't you at school Yami? We were looking all over for you."
" We had some important business to attend to. It couldn't wait so I didn't bother with school. Is your suitcase still under your bed, Yugi?" Yami was already halfway up the stairs and pulling Seto behind him so confrontation could be avoided between Jou and Anzu.
Yugi immediately jumped up and followed. " Yes, why? Are you going somewhere?"
" You could say that."
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Once they were in the privacy of Yugi's room, Yami told Yugi everything. Yugi could tell how angry his yami was and how helpless he felt about this whole ordeal. And he could see how shaken up Kaiba was. He was sitting on his bed Indian style and hugging a pillow quietly.
" Someone is really after you? Yami I'm worried."
" Don't be. We're going to Seto's condo near the beach. No one will know where we are. You know the number if there's an emergency." Yami didn't even stop walking as he spoke.
" But you said this person could see you. And they were watching Kaiba-kun."
" They were. They won't anymore. No one will. I'll make sure of it. If the police won't do anything, I will. I refuse to wait for this 'stalker' to strike again. C'mon Seto-koi, we can leave now."
Seto numbly nodded and followed Yami towards the door. Yugi followed after them only catching up to them in the living room. " Yami, are you sure that's smart? Maybe you should stay here where we can watch Kaiba-kun."
His friends jumped up at that. Jounouchi was the first one to voice his displeasure over the whole thing." What?! He can't stay here!!"
" But he's in danger!" Yugi protested.
" From what? His pockets bursting from the money?"
" No, someone is stalking him! They have been since yesterday."
They looked surprised at that. This time Anzu spoke up. " Well that's no big deal. Don't you famous people get psycho phone calls all the time? What's he saying? 'I see you, I see you'; 'I know where you are'?!"
Seto's hands immediately flew to his ears and he dropped down to the ground. That was exactly what the stalker had said. He thought had tried to put the memory of his taunts out of his mind, but they were now back with a vengeance. " No! Stop it! Stop it! Shut up!!"
This was strange. They were certainly stunned to see his reaction to Anzu's taunting. They weren't expecting him to fall to his knees like that. They didn't even think Yugi was serious. But Seto's freaking out in front of them was proof enough.
" Geez, you're serious." Jou actually had nothing spiteful to say.
Yami on the other hand was glaring daggers at Anzu. She had frightened his koi and almost made him break down to tears.
' Conniving floozy! I'll shatter her soul into a million shards and scatter them into the wind!!' Yami thought hotly.Yugi caught his arm before he fully raised it to attack her. " You should just go Yami. Be careful."
He wanted to hurt her. But he lowered his arm at Yugi's request. Calling in the driver to take his bag, Yami lifted Seto up, as he was still shaking from the cruel taunting and resurfacing memories of the stalker, and walked outside without saying another word to any of them.
The driver was holding the door open for him and Seto once Yami got outside. He stepped inside and kept his koi close to him. He sat down and started to put Seto down, but at his whimpering and tightening his arms around his neck, he decided against it.
" He can see me. He can see me everywhere I go. I'm not safe. I'll never be safe. He'll come after me. He'll come after you. We can't be safe."
Yami nuzzled his koi's cheek and tried to calm him down. He was babbling and still trembling. " Shh. You're totally safe with me. No one's coming after us. You remember the story I told you?"
A pause and a sniff." Yes…"
" You remember what I told you about your ring when we did the ritual to seal our souls together?"
Another pause and his fingers unconsciously touched the golden ring around his ring finger. " Yes…"
" Then you know you have nothing to worry about. Now it's a little while between Domino and the condo, so why don't you get some sleep."
" But, the nightmar-"
Yami stopped him with two fingers." I'll be here the whole time. You'll be fine. I promise."
Seto sighed and reluctantly nodded. Yami was right. And he was tired. They had been up all day with that exhausting and unhelpful trip to the police station." Alright."
Yami watched him fall asleep little by little until he was snoring softly against his chest. He smiled and interlocked their fingers so their rings were touching. They glowed about as bright as his puzzle.
Unbeknownst to even the Pharaoh, someone was watching them. A figure was standing on the roof of the Game Shop with binoculars; watching the sleek black limo drive off into the night.
" Nasty little Pharaoh. I'll make my precious Blue Eyes forget all about you."
A/N2: Oy, that was long. And I feel the urge to draw that little limo scene, but I won't. I kinda suck at fanart. Ne, this story sure is popular. I didn't expect so many people to like it. I'm still surprised it's such a hit. And no, I have not given up on 'Love Hurts' yet. It's just taking some time, this fic and 'Yami's Little Blue Eyes' are helping, but it seemed I could only write Seto in anguish when I was in anguish. Oh well, I'll figure out something.
