Ghost Whisper: *Mental Wheels Churning* Lets see. I can do this *scribbles on notebook* Oooh! And then I can do this - and that will make this happen - *scribbles frantically. . . Huh? Oh hi people! I'm happy to say that this is the next chapter of the Angel of Light! Yay!

Yugi muse: o.o She's actually working.

Ghost: Yes, I am! And I'm happy to say that I'm not mired in the evil, icky, gross writers block anymore! This story is alive and well - So, you can look below for replies to reviews, or you can scroll further down, and read the next chapter. And even if you didn't review, thank you for reading! This story is dedicated to all of you - without whom, it would have died a premature death. ^_^

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Zaeria: You're wonderful, you know that? I loved your review! It made me so happy! Yes, those inklings are smart little things. I'm not sure if Venus will be the next one to come in, but don't worry - it won't be long. I'm glad you liked the Yami part, and the Hotaru part (that was one of my fav's to write).

Ivy Tearen: Yeah, Yami might be a little self depreciating - but I think that considering he's a spirit who's been separated from his other half, and has a lot of holes in his memory, it is possible. I'm glad you think it makes him more human. ^_^

Vittaria: Venus probably won't be the next one to come out - but you won't have to wait to long either. Glad you like the story. ^_^

Oracle of the Stars: My reviewers are so smart! It's like they can read my mind - almost anyways. I'm glad you like what I wrote for Darien too. I personally don't have anything against him, but he just wouldn't fit with my plans for this fic - hence, the events so far. ^_^

Ahknee/Kiteen: Yes, I'm an evil authoress who loves to leave her readers hanging - and proud of it! Mwaahaahaa! Actually, I didn't really mean for there to be a major cliffie there, but it just slipped past my guard. *innocent look* As far as what happens in the show. . . I actually don't know much about the events past this. I've seen these couple of episodes, and then a few way later on, so I wouldn't really expect that it will have everything that occurred in the show. ^_^

Bunnychu: Yes, a little jealousy to spice things up - though wistful envy might be a better way of putting things. Yami can't really hold it against Yugi - but all is not right in Loveland, and there's still more bumps up ahead.

Saris Yui: Yes! The story is alive! Alive I tell you! *insert evil laughter* It will be finished, I promise! ^_^

Angelgirl10: Did I confuse you really? *giggles* Whoops. or maybe not. I'm glad you liked the bit with their names. I was inspired - and that part has a lot of foreshadowing, if you look at it carefully. ^_^

Gema J. Gall: I'm glad you like the angst! As for Rini. I have something special planned for her. She's busy backstage preparing for her part - I hope you'll like what I've done. And, you can have Kaiba. I'm curious to see if you'll be able to 'tame' him though. ^_^ Thanks for reviewing!

moonbeam21: I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for reviewing! ^_^

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Chapter 14:

The museum was very quiet. Though never a centre for large crowds and excitement, even on most days one could hear the hushed whispers of students, parents, and professors, as they were herded through the long corridors and display rooms on field trips and tours. Now, because of Battle City, most of the population was out on the streets, either to participate, or watch the duels. That meant that the museum was a perfect place to hold a meeting.

The black haired young woman he had been following stopped in front of a display with two carved stone tablets. Ignoring them, Kaiba turned immediately to the one who had released him from the small room (though he would have torn up his Blue Eyes White Dragon cards before telling someone else that), and raised an eyebrow questioningly.

"You said you had some sort of deal for me?" He asked, not wanting to waste any time with pleasantries. Though he was impatient, he outwardly appeared as calm and collected as the girl across from him. Not even the occasional loud eruption of cheers from outside disturbed him.

"It is not surprising that you are impatient," the girl murmured. "Yes, I do have a 'deal' for you, if that is what you wish to call it." Her hand reached up to the base of her throat, where a gold pendant hung. Kaiba's eyes followed the gesture, and narrowed when he saw the sigil of an eye on the ornament. It was very similar to the one that adorned Yugi's puzzle, as well as the one that made up Pegasus' eye.

"I am not a friend of the Puzzle holder, if that was what you were wondering, priest. There are many players in this game, most of whom you have not met. Nor do you have any knowledge of what exactly is at stake." Her eyes gleamed with a dark grey light. "But that is not important. Do you know why Pegasus wanted you under his control?"

Kaiba snorted. "Of course. He wanted control of Kaiba corps. It's marketing of systems for Duel Monsters makes it the perfect company to take over, as his is the company that sells the cards themselves."

"I'm afraid that you've been living with a lack of information, Seto Kaiba. Pegasus' attempt to imprison the souls of you and your brother was exactly that - an attempt on your souls. However, if it had only been a soul that he was after, he would not have gone after someone so troublesome."

"You-" he growled. What did this have to do with a deal? He'd been hoping for an exchange of information. He had more than enough money to buy it off her if that was the case. More talk of souls and mysticism only increased his impatience. If the stupid girl had only wanted to taunt him, he would have been better off back in the room - or walking away and going after that blond freak who had locked him inside in the first place.

"Calm down." She told him, holding up a hand. "I only wish to establish the basis of my reason for talking to you. You see, your soul has more power in it than that of -say- the grandfather of the Game King. Your soul was the original wielder of one of the items, much like the eye Pegasus used, or the Puzzle hanging around the Pharaoh's neck."

Kaiba sneered. "You're insane. I don't know why I even bothered to come here."

Grey light flickered in the young woman's eyes once more. "Perhaps, priest, because you recognized me, though you didn't understand why?" She stroked the pendant hanging around her neck as it lit up with a gentle glow. "I believe that my Tauk can show you." There was a flash of light, and the world melted away like candle wax, into shadows.

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There was no light at first, save for a dim glow that flickered and grew slowly to cover the stone walls in gold. As the room lit up, he could see that it was torchlight, and the room he was in was either underground, or the stone blocks that made it up were so well sealed as to allow no light inside.

Across from him, a man robed in dark purple pushed his sleeves up to his elbows and sneered. "It's a wonder that you ever managed to reach the position you are in. With the little skill you have at controlling the monsters, you are not fit to be a lowly apprentice, let alone the Pharaoh's High Priest."

He felt himself scowl at the idiot across from him, and ran one finger across the golden cuff etched in runes that graced his wrist. Sahktan was the one unfit for his position. As one of the Pharaoh's five high councillors, he should have been second only to the Pharaoh, and members of the priesthood such as himself. Instead, he played like a child. Any street rat could defeat him.

"If you think, Sahktan, that you have the skill to beat me, then you would be better off as a slave washing his majesty's floor. At least they have the common sense to remember their place." He held one hand out two his side, gesturing for one of the stone tablets to rise up from its place on the ground beside him. "Here is your reward for stupidity. I summon the White Dragon - arise faithful one, and send him to the shadow realm!"

The tablet glowed, and the carved picture of a screaming serpent-like dragon pushed outward from it's stone confinement, the lines turning into fluid white scales and gleaming teeth. Sapphire colored eyes flashed, and with roar of triumph, the monster rushed Sahktan. It's form burst through him, forcing out a smaller misty form that faded away along with the Dragon.

He stroked the golden rod topped with a winged sphere that he had been clutching in his hand the entire time, and laughed.

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"What the hell was that?" The brunette staggered, throwing a hand out towards the wall to catch his balance. The room felt to bright suddenly, as though he had been sitting in a dark room for hours. Hadn't he? He'd been duelling that fool - and then -

No! He'd been in the museum, listening to the black haired woman talk about magic, and souls, and - the light had reflected off her pendant, giving it an odd glow. He remembered that much. He had been about to tell her to stop wasting his time, when there had been . . . a vision?

"That," the woman began, "Was as real as you and I are. Perhaps more so. It is a wonder, Seto Kaiba, that after all you've witnessed, that you still have trouble believing in the supernatural." She smiled, turning around to gaze consideringly at the stone tablet they were standing in front of. "The legend of the Nameless Pharaoh. . ." she murmured.

Kaiba followed her gaze, his eyes widening as he looked at one of the pictures carved into the stone. "That's - "

One slender finger traced the upside down triangle shape, and the woman laughed quietly. "The Millennium Puzzle? I assure you it is; just as what you saw moments ago was real."

"What is going on, woman?" He glared at her. Whether or not there was something going on that he didn't understand was not the issue. The woman's posturing, and mysterious attitude was getting irritation however. "Let's assume you're telling the truth. What does all of this," he gestured to the stone tablet. "Have to do with me?"

"My name," she began coldly, "Is Isis." She placed a hand on the tablet. "And this has everything to do with you. I may have decided to humour your irritation priest, but now you are nothing more than a boy still in school - you money means nothing to me."

Kaiba growled. "Than I have no more reason to be here." He turned to walk away.

"Not even the power you seek? The power to make your enemies pay for there mistakes, and to become the champion once again?"

He stopped, in the middle of the doorway, processing her words and trying to decide whether they could be true. "Explain."

"My deal for you is simple, priest." From out of nowhere, she drew a card. "I have already proved to you that the power within these cards and this game is very real. Whether you choose to believe it or not is your choice. If, however, you will accept my words, than I will allow you to use this." She held up the card.

"And?"

"It's name, is Obelisk the Tormentor. It is one of three Egyptian God cards - the most powerful in the game, rivalling Exodia. The other two cards are in the possession of a gang of thieves known as 'Ghouls', who have entered the Battle City tournament. I want you to retrieve these cards for me."

Kaiba frowned, considering the offer. The Blue Eyes White Dragon was powerful, but to own a card that on it's own-rivalled Exodia. "How do you know I won't just collect them for myself?"

The woman frowned, but remained composed. "It doesn't matter to me. I can find you if you do such a thing, and while you may have connections to the ancient world, you have know clue of how to access them, so the cards will not give their full power to you. They must be removed from the hands of the Ghouls however. Will you accept my offer?"

He didn't speak as he though of the possibilities. If these cards were as strong as the woman was saying, then they would be useful when he defeated Yugi - as well as completely destroying the blond haired freak who'd locked him up. It wasn't as if he were going out of his way in any case. They were already at Battle City, so it was more a matter of keeping track of the various duels that took place.

"Fine." He ground out. "But I do not need any help or interference from you. I work alone."

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TBC.

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Ghost Whisper: Well. There it is! A whole chapter devoted to the *loveable* (muffled snickers) Seto Kaiba! Actually, he is a little cuddly - if you use you're imagination - and I think he was beginning to feel a little neglected.

Anyways, sorry if the chapter was a little late, but like I said, the story should be a little more active from now on - no more seven month waits! ^_^

A late thanks goes out to angelic_faluna, and Gaylin. You guys are great too! Thanks for the reviews! ^_^