Note: I found Yugi is spelled with two U's, not one. So I corrected the spelling in this chapter. I fix the prologue later okay?

Disclaimer: I still don't own Yu-Gi-Oh. Bummer!


Part Two: A birthday Surprise

A young boy with violet eyes and blondish black hair hummed as he walked down the sidewalk which led to his home. Today was his birthday, but for some reason he didn't see any of his friends in school. He hoped that none of friends were sick, he'll call them as soon as he'll reach home. The young boy smiled as he walked on, hoping his mother will be able to celebrate this birthday with him. His mother was an archeologist, and everyday she was in new place figuring out new mysteries plus sending some treasures home to Yuugi. Yuugi sighed, he would trade all he had if he could see more of his mother.
As Yuugi walked down the street, his spirits dampen as he grew nearer to his house. Maybe he shouldn't go home, he didn't want to know where his mother was today instead of spending his birthday with him. He loved his grandpa and his friends who he cherished but, they couldn't replace the mother that was constantly missing in his life. Yuugi smiled, his mother loved him and so did his grandfather and friends. He was lucky to have them, he had to look on the bright side of things. He was an honor student and had friends he count on. What more could a boy want?
As Yuugi was about to open the door, one of Yuugi's friends interrupted him. "Hey Yuugi!" yelled Mokuba from across the street. Yuugi smiled and waved at his friend, he forgot that Mokuba was supposed to come over today. Mokuba finally reached Yuugi and took deep breaths since, he stupidly ran the whole way and was practically out of breath where he stood next to Yuugi. "Hi Moku-chan, let's go inside now okay?" Greeted Yuugi as Mokuba nodded and both of them headed inside.
Yuugi looked around but he couldn't see anything, just as he about to turn on the light. The lights turned on by itself and he saw all friends: Joey who had one hand on the back of his head and another holding a present, Tea who was holding the cake which held 10 candles. *I know Yugi supposed to be in his freshman year in the stop, but come on. He's looks like he's ten years old especially with his cute big eyeballs. Can you blame me? For making him that age* Tristen was grinning with a present in one hand and another to his mouth which he held one of those birthday whistles, even Mai and Bakura were there. "Surprise! Happy Birthday Yuugi!" All of them shouted and Yuugi beamed.
Mokuba smiled and called out to everyone "Told you, I could distract him long enough for you guys to finish everything." Everyone laughed at that comment and the fun began. Yuugi partied all day, each one of his friends gave him a unique present. Joey, Tristen and Tea pitched in and got Yuugi a brand new bike, Mokuba got him a velvet case for his monster cards, Mai got him new outfit, and Bakura got him a small Ancient Egypt pyramid model and an Egyptian pen. Yuugi was sad when everyone had to leave, but he had such a good time and was very thankful for the surprise party since it lifted his spirits.
It was not till everyone left, that Yuugi realized his grandpa wasn't at the party and neither was his Mom. Yuugi was getting worried, his grandpa never missed one of his birthday parties. He was usually home, watching out for him or teaching him something new. Yuugi sighed and headed for his room, he was hoping that his grandpa left him a note or something.
Yuugi opened the door to his room and went inside. He jumped onto his bed and stretched out. Yuugi tried to sleep, but something was bothering him. Yuugi sat up and scanned the room, his eyes spotted a white envelope on top of a square package which was wrapped. Yuugi walked towards the package and picked up the envelope and ripped it open. Yuugi's violet eyes scanned the letter and his eyes grew misty and he was crying hysterically by the end of the letter which read:

Dear Yuugi,

I'm sorry, I couldn't be there for your birthday but I have some bad news for you. I'm so sorry that this had to happen on your special day. Yuugi my dear grandson, I have been informed that your mother, my daughter has caught a deadly virus on one of her travels and died. Before she died, she wanted me to give this to you. It's an ancient puzzle piece from Egypt. I had to leave and bury her remains, I'm sorry I couldn't take you along. I wanted you to enjoy your birthday, not to be miserable because of your mother's death. I found out her last thoughts were of you, for her last words were she loved you. I'm not you illegal guardian Yuugi, I know this is a lot for your young heart and mind to take but I knew you would worry. So I had to tell you the complete truth. I love you Yuugi, please don't hold your pain inside. Just let it all out, for every person needs to cry sometimes. Farewell Yuugi, I'll be home soon.

Love,
Grandpa.


Yuugi cried and cried for hours till finally he stopped for he ran out of tears. Yuugi wrapped the tears from his cheeks and eyes. And he put a weak sad smile on his face, he knew his mother and Grandpa wouldn't want him to be miserable. His mother always said that his smile was as bright as the sun and could warm the coldest of hearts. Yuugi finally focused his eyes on the wrapped package. he gently took off the wrapping paper and opened the box and inside he found pieces of a triangular puzzle with a chain so, the person would put the puzzle around their neck.
There was a note inside the box that read: Yugi, the greatest gift in my life, I love you. I found this puzzle on one of my travels and I thought of you. I know you love challenges so I wanted to give this to you for your birthday. May all your wishes come true and know I'm always thinking of you. Be happy! - Love Mom. Tears filled Yuugi's eyes once again but this time he blinked them away. He knew his mother wanted him to be happy so he shall. He picked up the different pieces of the puzzle and started to put them together. Just as he fit in the last piece of puzzle, a bright light surrounded him and he felt weaker. And he surrendered to the comforting darkness.


-End of part two.