The Past Is Present
Rating: PG13 (this is basically going to stay the same)
Genre: um, drama, uh, a little angst, and maybe a little humor
Tenshi: *is snuggled into her bean bag holding the Yugi plushie Lily-chan gave her* Hi everybody!! ^^ Did ya miss me?
Yugi: *is also laid back in a bean bag* ^^ Hey, we're here too!
Yami and Kerra: *are grumbling while sitting in their bean bags*
Tenshi: ^^ Well, sorry I've taken so long getting this chapter up! School's been hectic and I've just gotten back from vacation and let me tell you, I'm exhausted!
Yami: And yet, she still has enough strength to write ANOTHER chapter.
Tenshi: Of course! ^^ And this time, someone else get's to join us!
Yami & Kerra: *blink* Who?
Tenshi: *pulls out Duke Devlin and plops him onto another bean bag* Duke Devlin of course!
Yami and Kerra: *face fault* Oh no.
Duke: *blink* Huh? What am I doing here?
Tenshi: It's a LONG story, Duke. I'll tell you while the readers read the review responses. *turns to readers* ROLL REVIEW RESPONSES!!!
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Review Responses:
~Magna_nut: ^^ I am really, REALLY glad you liked this. I TOTALLY respect your opinion, but I'm still gonna do this my way. (Btw, you're not the only one who feels that way) Also, about the Duke Devlin thing, well, thanks for telling me about that. It did help. Just because you answered the question you get this! *hands over a Yugi plushie* Please keep reviewing! *gives Magna_nut a Yami Bakura plushie* ^^
Kerra: *pops in* I don't like Tea either. I think something's wrong with Tenshi since she likes Tea.
Tenshi: -_-"
~Tifa: Wow, cool name! ^^ Thank you SO MUCH for actually answering my stupid contests. As for the for the contest answers, well,- YOU WIN #3!!!! ^^ Okay, I know it's not that big, but you still won! ^^ So you get this! *gives Tifa a Ryou AND a Yugi plushie* Thank you so much for helping me!! ^^ I think Akunadin is a really cool name. ^^ As for Duke, well, let's just say I have other plans for him. And just as I said, you will be mentioned in the story. ^^ Please keep reviewing! *hands Tifa a Yami Bakura plushie* ^_^
~Millennium Dreamer: Yay! You reviewed AGAIN!! ^_________^ Kerra: *glares at Yami Dreamer* I can't believe you don't like Yami. Grr... T: Uh... ^^" please don't mind Kerra, she just has this HUGE jjjj something or other, so please don't take her too seriously ^^" Anyway, I have to ask, who is Y.D's favorite character? Also, *ducks from killer yami* I AM SORRY!! But, I just didn't know what to do about Tristan and Serentiy. BUT they WILL be back in the story soon. SO PLEASE DON'T HURT ME!!!! *peeks out from behind a growling Kerra* Well, I guess I'm glad you liked the chapter. Did I ever tell you that I really, REALLY like your name? I JUST THINK IT'S SO COOL!! ^________^ *gives Millennium Dreamer a Yugi plushie* Please keep reviewing! ^_^
~Miss Matched: *blushes a deep, DEEP red* Gosh. Do you really like the story that much? *blushes even more* Well, gee, THANKS!!! *gives Miss Matched a hug* It means so much to me that people like my work!! *sniffs and rubs her eyes* Thanks! Also, like I said before, it was kind of hard to decide what Seto was going to be, but since this is a AU, I thought what the heck. Also, my brother, Lance, who is possibly the biggest Seto Kaiba fan ever, was making constant threats that if I didn't make Seto a good guy, well, let's just say that it wouldn't be a pretty picture. ^^" Also, thank you for taking the time to answer my stupid contests. And guess what? You won! ^^ So here you go! *gives Miss Matched a Joey plushie that's dressed in a doggy costume* I hope you like it! ^^ As for the other two, well, I appreciate the help, but I've decided to do something different. But since you, for some reason, tried to help me out, you get these. *hands Miss Matched a Flame Swordsman Joey and a Battle City Finalist Joey* I hope you like these! ^^ I sure hope you continue to read this! ^^
~Smarty1: Wow. I'm glad you liked it. ^^ It's amazing that so many people like this. I really don't get it. Well, as long as people continue to review, well, then you can be sure that I'll continue! ^^ Anyway, I've kind of already decided what to do with Duke. But thanks for the help! Just for being so nice, I give you these! *gives Smarty a Ryou plushie* I hope you like it! ^^ Please continue to review! ^^
~The Chaotic Ones: *blink* Wow. Interesting name. ^^ THANK YOU FOR ANSWERING MY STUPID CONTESTS!!! Anyway, you came up with some pretty good ideas. I have to admit, I was really considering the name 'Kioume'. I think it's really interesting. As I've said before, I've decided what I'm going to do with Duke, but thanks for the input! You came so close, that I've decided to give you these! *hands over a Joey and Yugi plushie* I hope you like them! They're two of my favorite characters. ^^ And um, *blushes* do you really like my story that much? I really can't believe it. I really don't think I'm that good of a writer, but if you say so! ^^ Please keep reviewing! I need all the support I can get! ^^
~Finnigangirl: 0_0 You reviewed AGAIN!!!??? I don't understand you! I do appreciate the reviews, but girl, face it, this story, just ain't that good. ^^" I know. I'm my own worse critic. --" It's a bad habit. Anyway, I TOTALLY understand about the school thing. I just started high school and let me tell you, it's no walk in the park! *looks totally exhausted* What is it about school? I think they're all just trying to brain wash us! ^^ But enough about that. I think it's totally sweet that you tried to help me. And you keep reviewing, for some strange reason. So I'll give you these! *gives F. a Joey in a dog suit plushie and a Angel Yugi plushie* I hope you like them! I don't know if I should remind you to keep reviewing, but I really do look forward to your reviews. *blushes* They really encourage me. THANK YOU!! *gives F. a really big hug* You're the greatest! ^^ I hope to hear from you soon! ^^
~heath 999: Hmm, interesting name. -_- Anyway, I'm really, really, really, REALLY glad you liked the story! ^^ *starts jumping with happiness* Yay! *gives heath 999 a Yugi plushie* Thank you so much for reviewing. I really hope that you continue to read! ^_^
~Wingleader Sora Jade: ^^ *starts jumping around with joy* Yay! You reviewed again! You reviewed again! ^^ Yay! ^^ Also- YOU WIN TWO CONTESTS!!! ^^ Okay, I know they weren't that great, but you won! Yay! *jumps around again* I have decided to take your suggestion about Duke. ^^ Sooooo, you get a Chibi Yugi and a Chibi Ryou plushie! *hands them over* Thanks for the help! ^^ Also, I really can't understand your review. What are you talking about Bakura for? @-@" I really don't understand. Also, I sort of share your opinion on Pegasus. I don't dislike the character, but he really, I mean REALLY, creeps me out! ^^ But oh well. I hope you enjoy the next chapter! ^^ Oh yeah! I almost forgot! You know get mentioned in the story! Yay! ^^ So please review soon! ^^
~bast4: I will put Yami in here soon. Kerra: *grumbles* You've been saying that ever since you've started this! T: Yeah, but technically, I've already put him in here. Kerra: *grumbles* T: Anyway, you can be rest assured that Yami will be put in her A LOT and you can count on it being soon. Maybe not this chapter, but soon. ^^ And, yeah, my "contests" suck, but I really needed the help. ^^" Kerra: You ALWAYS need help. T: Yeah. I know. -_-" Anyway, thanks for your help! Actually, I've already decided what I'm going to do with Duke, but I really appreciate the effort. You were a BIG help! So thanks! ^^ So, anyway, here's a Yugi plushie *hands plushie over* and the next chapter! I hope you enjoy reading it! ^^
Tenshi: *has finished explaining everything to Duke* So, you see that's how it works.
Duke: *blinks* Oh.
Tenshi: *turns back to readers* Anyway, sorry about the long wait people! But I have to say, I wasn't expecting so many reviews. *blushes* Thank you!! ^^
Yugi: ^^
Tenshi: *sees Yugi smiling* Cute!!! *hugs Yugi*
Yugi: ^^
Tenshi: *let's go of Yugi* Anway, I think I've been mean enough with the long wait, so I'll just get to the story. *turns to Yug* Will you do the disclaimer?
Yugi:^^ Sure! Disclaimer: Yami's Tenshi does not own Yugioh! or any of it's characters. So please do not sue. Thank you.
Tenshi: Once more, thanks to everyone who has reviewed. YOU GUYS ROCK!!! ^___^ Anyway, onto the story!
*everyone snuggles into their beanbags and they grab bowels of popcorn*
Tenshi: Enjoy!
Warning: I'm not exactly a fan of Duke Devlin, but I don't exactly hate him either. I really don't know that much about him, so please accept my apologies if I make him a little different. I will try to get his personality right, but just so you know, I might screw up. Just so you know. Oh! Also, Wingleader Sora Jade and Tifa will be MENTIONED in this chapter. Just so you know, I don't own them either. Last time I checked, that was illegal. Just to clear some things up. ^^
Chapter 5: The Faithful Servant
*//The Faithful One will serve the Eyed One for all time, unless the Flamed One and the Light can show him the way.//*
"Wake up," a voice cried out to Joey. They sounded very far away. "Wake up. You must wake up!"
Joey groaned and shook his head.
The voice continued to call out and this time they sounded closer. "Good, you're alive. I was afraid that I'd have to deal with a dead puppy. Boy, am I relieved!" the voice said, arrogantly.
Joey felt his head droop back down onto his chest.
Panic was hinted in the person's voice, sounding even nearer, "Oh no! Don't die! Please don't die! Dead people creep me out!"
The blonde teenager could not remember a time his eyelids felt so heavy. He managed to lift them. Confusion swept his mind as he glimpsed cold walls of a circled room and three flames from torches. Then he closed his amber eyes again.
This time he could hear the voice more clearly. It was male and it came from next to him. The boy/man now hissed, "Hey? Are you dead?" Joey didn't say anything. The guy groaned. "Oh come on! If you're dead, at least say so!"
'Yeah right,' Joey thought, stupidly. 'Dead men tell no tales.' Okay, that was lame. Really lame. Joey felt his throat contract and swallow. His throat burned with thirst. Why was that? Where was he? Why did his muscles ache so? And where was-ooh. Okay, why did his head hurt?
Groaning, Joey reached his hand up to rub his head- only to realize that he couldn't move his hand!
His amber eyes flashed open, making his head throb from the sudden light and closed them quickly when he felt his world spin. Blinking, he opened his eyes once more.
The guy sighed, "Oh, good. You are alive."
Joey, slowly, turned his head to see another teenage boy that had his arms, spread out, and his legs, also spread out, chained to the wall. The teen had raven black hair which he apparently had tried to put in a pony tail, but strands of it still zigzagged all over. Bold, green eyes blinked at him in curiosity. Blinking, Joey tried to ignore the throb that was coming from the back of his head, "Hey? Why are you chained up?"
The teen shrugged, "Beats me I was down here looking for, something, when I saw this dark shadow. Next thing I knew, someone knocked me on the head and woke up here, with you unconscious." He nodded at Joey. "Apparently, they did the same to you."
Joey looked himself over and was amazed to find that he was chained up just like the other teen. He scowled. 'Well, this is just great,' he thought. 'Serenity and Tristan are just lifeless bodies back in the forest and Yugi and Ryou are who knows where! Way to go Wheeler. Now you've screwed things up!' Frustrated at himself, he looked back at the teen realizing that he didn't now the guy's name. "Hey," he asked. "Who are you, anyway?"
The teen looked thoughtful, as though considering whether or not to trust this blonde stranger. Finally, he admitted, "My master calls me Otogoi. But I guess you can call me Duke Devlin. Or just Duke. It really doesn't matter to me."
Joey tried to reach out his hand, before remembering his situation. Instead, he just nodded polietly, "I'm Joey." Suddenly, something about Duke's words made a bell ring in Joey's head. He looked at him, bewildered, "What do you mean 'master'? Are you a slave?"
Duke frowned, as thought insulted by the term. "Not really," he replied coldly. Then he looked down at himself and sighed. "It's sort of a long story."
Joey looked at his chains and looked around at the empty room. Then, turning back to Duke, he said, "Well, it doesn't look like we're going anywhere. Might as well go for it."
Duke once more looked hesitant. "Alright," he said slowly. "But only if you tell me about yourself first."
So, Joey told him about his early life, fighting for survival and trying to make a better life for Serenity. Then, his eyes brightened as he explained about meeting up with Tristan. His amber eyes glowed as he told about how he met up with Ryou. But his eyes practically shone as he described how he had become friends with Yugi and how the boy was truly his little brother. Then he glared at the floor and his mouth became a thin line as he explained how his friends, content with their new lives, had been intruded upon by a stranger, who ended up taking Serenity and Tristan's souls and leading them to this accursed place.
"Damn you Pegasus," he snarled. Then he looked up at Duke and blinked in surprise. The teen was pale and looked like he could barely breathe.
"Did you," he breathed. "Did you say 'Pegasus'?"
Joey blinked, "Yeah. Why?"
Duke looked down at the floor as though ashamed. "Well," he said. "I guess I should tell you about myself anyway." Dark green eyes looked up, shining, but not with fond memories.
"You see," he began. "It sort of happened like this..."
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*Duke's P.O.V*
You see, when I was little, my village was attacked by some rampaging duel monsters. Nearly everything was destroyed and many were killed. Among our dead was my parents. I was very young when it happened so I don't really remember them that well. I suppose that's why their loss hasn't really hit me so hard.
A couple days later, which wasn't even enough time to bury our dead and perform the ancient ceremonies, my village was once again attacked- this time by men. They were desert raiders. You know, the bandits who hide out in the desert somewhere and they ransack cities and sell people as slaves so they can make profit. The pharaoh's soldiers don't even bother to stop them. I think it's because they get a share in the profit.
Anyway, you are right in a way. I was among the captured and was sold as a slave. However, if fate has ever been kind to me, it was, ironic as it seems, when I had been sold. Don't look at me like that. I'll tell you why.
Because She saw me. And She brought me into her home, introduced me to Him, and I knew I would be happy with them.
Her name was Cecilia and she was a wonderful person. She didn't even treat me like a slave! She and her husband liked me instantly and gave me my own room, with clothes, and even servants! They soon freed me and named me their adopted son. I was so happy. I can't quite remember what parents were supposed to be like, but they were as good, if not better, as any. I was not an "adopted" child plopped into a household. They were my parents and I loved them.
But then tragedy striked as it usually did for me.
For you see, Cecilia is dying. At first, we didn't notice it for she smiled as always and whenever we questioned the hint of pain that hid in her eyes, she would smile and wave it off, telling us she was fine. I hadn't believed her and now I wish I had done something. Anything! Now it's too late.
She collapsed one day and didn't get back up. Of course, we immediately called a doctor and what he told us astounded us both. Cecilia was dying, had been dying, and now has only about a month to live. The doctor said it would take a miracle for her to survive.
Naturally, we were both devastated. He locked himself in a room, probably unable to take the sight of his wife dying while in the Deep Sleep. As for myself, I stayed by her side, trying desperately to think of a way to save her, each plan more desperate than the first.
Then, one day, a strange man appeared. I remember because a big storm was raging outside and everyone was sure that it was a bad omen, since you know how rare storms are. Anyway, just I was crossing, tiredly, the front room the door slammed open, lightening flashed and there he stood.
At first I thought he was a servant of Osiris, the god not the soldiers, and had come to take Cecilia to Death. And when he stepped into the room, my thoughts hardly changed. He was cloaked from head to foot in black and his voice was raspy as he told me that he sought my master. I know, I know, I said that He was like my father and he was, but I still call him 'Master'. Anyway, thinking Death had once again come to steal my family away, I couldn't bring myself to answer.
The man's voice snapped like a whip, "Damn you, boy! Do you not understand a civilized tongue? I'm here to make an offer to your master and if you have brains in that skull, you'll tell me where he is! Now, brat, show me where he is!"
Flinching, I pointed to Master's room and the man huffed up the stairs and to the room. Strange thing was, I don't think he walks. No, he has two legs and everything, but it was the WAY he walked. It was like his feet didn't touch the ground. Don't give me that look, I'm telling you the truth!
Do you believe me? I know you don't have any reason to, but- oh, you do? Well, you're the first.
Anyway, the man- if he was a man, I think he was a demon- went into my master's room and he stayed in there a long time. I waited outside the door as minutes turned into hours and hours led into more hours. I hadn't heard the Final Shriek, the one a person yells with their dying breath, so I tried to convince myself that I hadn't betrayed Master and that he was still alright.
Suddenly a shriek, not the Final Shriek thank goodness, rang through out the house and it was filled with so much pain, that it felt like you were being cut with a knife. No, that description doesn't come close. Let's see. Um, wait a minute, you have a headache don't you? Yes, I can tell by the way your eyes glare at me. Well, think of that and then think of something a hundred times worse. Oh no! I guess that made your head hurt more didn't it? Oh, well, sorry. I was just giving an example. Anyway, right after the shriek a burst of light came out of nowhere.
The next thing I knew, Master was shaking me awake. He was mumbling that he had to go, that he had a way to save Cecilia. I thought he was crazy, but he said that if he retrieved these- oh what were they called again?- um, Something Items, I don't remember. The point is that he said that once he got them all together, Cecilia would finally get her miracle.
But he told me that I had to stay here. Though he now knew what he must do, he still wasn't sure where he was going or what dangers awaited him. He told me to stay at the house, to watch over Cecilia, and await his return. As he mumbled and spoke, the strand of silvery hair in front of his right eye swung away and I gasped to see what was underneath it.
For there, gleaming thought there was no light, was a golden eye.
Yes, that's right.
His name was Pegasus.
No! Don't interrupt me just yet. I promise that I'll answer your questions, but, please, just let me finish. Yes, I know it bugs you, but trust me on this. Thank you.
Now where was I? Oh yes. Everything was just happening so fast, but I could still comprehend that Master wanted to take off. I argued, saying that I might be of help. However, he was of clearer mind and made a stronger argument. Reluctantly, I agreed to stay behind.
I did stay behind too. For many days, I lost count eventually, I watched over Cecilia and waited, though impatiently, for my master's return. Soon, I began to worry about him. In my mind, he had been gone far too long. One night I watched the sunset with weary eyes and I felt as though something was urging me out here.
So, I left Cecilia in the hands of the only people I could trust- Sora and Tifa. They are some friends of mine. They don't usually have much to do with Master, especially Sora, but they like me well enough. I think you'd like them. I guess you already know how rare it is to find some nice, kind souls. I am glad that you have found some as your friends. Anyway, they promised feverently that they would take care of everything and Sora threatened that if I didn't come back alive, that when she got to Death, she'd find me and haunt me for the rest of the Afterlife. I trusted their word and set off on my own.
I traveled many days and to tell you the truth, I'm not sure how I got here. All I know was that something was calling out to me and I followed it. However, I'm not so sure if that was a good idea or not for here I am chained and in a place I apparently can't leave.
*End Duke's P.O.V*
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"You know," Duke cocked his head thoughtfully. "It's kind of ironic. I left home so that I could help my master but in the end it doesn't really matter. I'm still stuck someplace."
Joey bowed his head, taking all of this in. He was already sure that he didn't like Pegasus, but after hearing Duke's story he kind of felt sorry for the guy. Suddenly, he clenched his teeth and his fists so hard that his palms bled. 'But if he doesn't return Serenity and Tristan,' he thought. 'Or does anything to Ryou or Yugi, then he's gonna get it.' Looking back at the chains, he added, 'That is, if I can get out of here first!'
"Ah, so you are both awake now," a soft, feminine voice whispered.
The two teenagers, who had each been lost in his own thoughts, looked up, startled, to see three figures.
On the left stood a woman, probably still a teenager, standing calmly with her hands clasped in front of her. On the right, was a tall man with a black cloak and Joey could tell that this was not a guy to pick a fight with. In the middle, was a teenage boy that had had wild hair and was probably both the same height and age as Ryou. They stood in shadow, their faces covered by darkness, but Joey shivered as he felt the aura of power that surrounded the three. Particularly the women and the smaller boy.
'Man,' Joey felt a shiver go up his spine. 'I'm starting to get really, really tired of magic.'
The tall man spoke in a deep, gruff voice, "Welcome prisoners. I hope you like the arrangements for, if fate decrees it, this will be the site of your burial!"
Fin*
Tenshi: *leans back in bean bag* Whew! Talk about exhausting! Kerra: 0_0 What are you talking about? You barely wrote anything.
Tenshi: I know, but it was tough writing in Duke's point of view. I tried really hard, but I think I still messed up.
Yugi: *chews thoughtfully on some left over popcorn* So, who's this black cloaked guy that Duke saw?
Duke: *has a tummy ache because he ate too much popcorn* Yeah, who was that guy?
Tenshi: Um..
Everyone: *leans forward*
Tenshi: I honestly have no idea! ^^
Everyone: *face fault*
Kerra: *bonks Tenshi on the head* What do you mean you don't know? YOU'RE THE ONE WRITING THIS!
Tenshi: *rubs head* I know, but that just sort of happened on a whim. *turns to the readers* Hey, if you guys have any ideas, be sure to tell me! These are the only things I've got so far- 1) he's the REAL bad guy 2) he's my own character That's about it.
Kerra: *drops her face into her hands* That's it! *turns to readers* We're doomed. We're reading stuff by a half-wit writer that barely remembers what she had for breakfast. What is this world coming to?! *drops to her knees*
Tenshi: - Oh knock it off. Anyway, I'll make it up to everybody. The next chapter is going to be about the yamis.
Kerra: Yay! ^^
Tenshi; ^^" Unfortunately, they don't meet the hikaris just yet.
Yugi and Yami: 0_0 No!
Tenshi: ^^" Yep. But it's going to be kind of sweet. And it's only going to be Bakura and Yami. I'll do Marik if requested, but I don't know him that well, so be forewarned. Anyway, until next time, C'ya! ^_^
Duke: Now if I've got this right, then Tenshi needs 2 reviews before she continues. *thinks for a moment* Oh yeah. And she looks forward to hearing what you guys think and that flames are accepted. *looks confused* Whatever those are. See ya next time! ^^
Rating: PG13 (this is basically going to stay the same)
Genre: um, drama, uh, a little angst, and maybe a little humor
Tenshi: *is snuggled into her bean bag holding the Yugi plushie Lily-chan gave her* Hi everybody!! ^^ Did ya miss me?
Yugi: *is also laid back in a bean bag* ^^ Hey, we're here too!
Yami and Kerra: *are grumbling while sitting in their bean bags*
Tenshi: ^^ Well, sorry I've taken so long getting this chapter up! School's been hectic and I've just gotten back from vacation and let me tell you, I'm exhausted!
Yami: And yet, she still has enough strength to write ANOTHER chapter.
Tenshi: Of course! ^^ And this time, someone else get's to join us!
Yami & Kerra: *blink* Who?
Tenshi: *pulls out Duke Devlin and plops him onto another bean bag* Duke Devlin of course!
Yami and Kerra: *face fault* Oh no.
Duke: *blink* Huh? What am I doing here?
Tenshi: It's a LONG story, Duke. I'll tell you while the readers read the review responses. *turns to readers* ROLL REVIEW RESPONSES!!!
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Review Responses:
~Magna_nut: ^^ I am really, REALLY glad you liked this. I TOTALLY respect your opinion, but I'm still gonna do this my way. (Btw, you're not the only one who feels that way) Also, about the Duke Devlin thing, well, thanks for telling me about that. It did help. Just because you answered the question you get this! *hands over a Yugi plushie* Please keep reviewing! *gives Magna_nut a Yami Bakura plushie* ^^
Kerra: *pops in* I don't like Tea either. I think something's wrong with Tenshi since she likes Tea.
Tenshi: -_-"
~Tifa: Wow, cool name! ^^ Thank you SO MUCH for actually answering my stupid contests. As for the for the contest answers, well,- YOU WIN #3!!!! ^^ Okay, I know it's not that big, but you still won! ^^ So you get this! *gives Tifa a Ryou AND a Yugi plushie* Thank you so much for helping me!! ^^ I think Akunadin is a really cool name. ^^ As for Duke, well, let's just say I have other plans for him. And just as I said, you will be mentioned in the story. ^^ Please keep reviewing! *hands Tifa a Yami Bakura plushie* ^_^
~Millennium Dreamer: Yay! You reviewed AGAIN!! ^_________^ Kerra: *glares at Yami Dreamer* I can't believe you don't like Yami. Grr... T: Uh... ^^" please don't mind Kerra, she just has this HUGE jjjj something or other, so please don't take her too seriously ^^" Anyway, I have to ask, who is Y.D's favorite character? Also, *ducks from killer yami* I AM SORRY!! But, I just didn't know what to do about Tristan and Serentiy. BUT they WILL be back in the story soon. SO PLEASE DON'T HURT ME!!!! *peeks out from behind a growling Kerra* Well, I guess I'm glad you liked the chapter. Did I ever tell you that I really, REALLY like your name? I JUST THINK IT'S SO COOL!! ^________^ *gives Millennium Dreamer a Yugi plushie* Please keep reviewing! ^_^
~Miss Matched: *blushes a deep, DEEP red* Gosh. Do you really like the story that much? *blushes even more* Well, gee, THANKS!!! *gives Miss Matched a hug* It means so much to me that people like my work!! *sniffs and rubs her eyes* Thanks! Also, like I said before, it was kind of hard to decide what Seto was going to be, but since this is a AU, I thought what the heck. Also, my brother, Lance, who is possibly the biggest Seto Kaiba fan ever, was making constant threats that if I didn't make Seto a good guy, well, let's just say that it wouldn't be a pretty picture. ^^" Also, thank you for taking the time to answer my stupid contests. And guess what? You won! ^^ So here you go! *gives Miss Matched a Joey plushie that's dressed in a doggy costume* I hope you like it! ^^ As for the other two, well, I appreciate the help, but I've decided to do something different. But since you, for some reason, tried to help me out, you get these. *hands Miss Matched a Flame Swordsman Joey and a Battle City Finalist Joey* I hope you like these! ^^ I sure hope you continue to read this! ^^
~Smarty1: Wow. I'm glad you liked it. ^^ It's amazing that so many people like this. I really don't get it. Well, as long as people continue to review, well, then you can be sure that I'll continue! ^^ Anyway, I've kind of already decided what to do with Duke. But thanks for the help! Just for being so nice, I give you these! *gives Smarty a Ryou plushie* I hope you like it! ^^ Please continue to review! ^^
~The Chaotic Ones: *blink* Wow. Interesting name. ^^ THANK YOU FOR ANSWERING MY STUPID CONTESTS!!! Anyway, you came up with some pretty good ideas. I have to admit, I was really considering the name 'Kioume'. I think it's really interesting. As I've said before, I've decided what I'm going to do with Duke, but thanks for the input! You came so close, that I've decided to give you these! *hands over a Joey and Yugi plushie* I hope you like them! They're two of my favorite characters. ^^ And um, *blushes* do you really like my story that much? I really can't believe it. I really don't think I'm that good of a writer, but if you say so! ^^ Please keep reviewing! I need all the support I can get! ^^
~Finnigangirl: 0_0 You reviewed AGAIN!!!??? I don't understand you! I do appreciate the reviews, but girl, face it, this story, just ain't that good. ^^" I know. I'm my own worse critic. --" It's a bad habit. Anyway, I TOTALLY understand about the school thing. I just started high school and let me tell you, it's no walk in the park! *looks totally exhausted* What is it about school? I think they're all just trying to brain wash us! ^^ But enough about that. I think it's totally sweet that you tried to help me. And you keep reviewing, for some strange reason. So I'll give you these! *gives F. a Joey in a dog suit plushie and a Angel Yugi plushie* I hope you like them! I don't know if I should remind you to keep reviewing, but I really do look forward to your reviews. *blushes* They really encourage me. THANK YOU!! *gives F. a really big hug* You're the greatest! ^^ I hope to hear from you soon! ^^
~heath 999: Hmm, interesting name. -_- Anyway, I'm really, really, really, REALLY glad you liked the story! ^^ *starts jumping with happiness* Yay! *gives heath 999 a Yugi plushie* Thank you so much for reviewing. I really hope that you continue to read! ^_^
~Wingleader Sora Jade: ^^ *starts jumping around with joy* Yay! You reviewed again! You reviewed again! ^^ Yay! ^^ Also- YOU WIN TWO CONTESTS!!! ^^ Okay, I know they weren't that great, but you won! Yay! *jumps around again* I have decided to take your suggestion about Duke. ^^ Sooooo, you get a Chibi Yugi and a Chibi Ryou plushie! *hands them over* Thanks for the help! ^^ Also, I really can't understand your review. What are you talking about Bakura for? @-@" I really don't understand. Also, I sort of share your opinion on Pegasus. I don't dislike the character, but he really, I mean REALLY, creeps me out! ^^ But oh well. I hope you enjoy the next chapter! ^^ Oh yeah! I almost forgot! You know get mentioned in the story! Yay! ^^ So please review soon! ^^
~bast4: I will put Yami in here soon. Kerra: *grumbles* You've been saying that ever since you've started this! T: Yeah, but technically, I've already put him in here. Kerra: *grumbles* T: Anyway, you can be rest assured that Yami will be put in her A LOT and you can count on it being soon. Maybe not this chapter, but soon. ^^ And, yeah, my "contests" suck, but I really needed the help. ^^" Kerra: You ALWAYS need help. T: Yeah. I know. -_-" Anyway, thanks for your help! Actually, I've already decided what I'm going to do with Duke, but I really appreciate the effort. You were a BIG help! So thanks! ^^ So, anyway, here's a Yugi plushie *hands plushie over* and the next chapter! I hope you enjoy reading it! ^^
Tenshi: *has finished explaining everything to Duke* So, you see that's how it works.
Duke: *blinks* Oh.
Tenshi: *turns back to readers* Anyway, sorry about the long wait people! But I have to say, I wasn't expecting so many reviews. *blushes* Thank you!! ^^
Yugi: ^^
Tenshi: *sees Yugi smiling* Cute!!! *hugs Yugi*
Yugi: ^^
Tenshi: *let's go of Yugi* Anway, I think I've been mean enough with the long wait, so I'll just get to the story. *turns to Yug* Will you do the disclaimer?
Yugi:^^ Sure! Disclaimer: Yami's Tenshi does not own Yugioh! or any of it's characters. So please do not sue. Thank you.
Tenshi: Once more, thanks to everyone who has reviewed. YOU GUYS ROCK!!! ^___^ Anyway, onto the story!
*everyone snuggles into their beanbags and they grab bowels of popcorn*
Tenshi: Enjoy!
Warning: I'm not exactly a fan of Duke Devlin, but I don't exactly hate him either. I really don't know that much about him, so please accept my apologies if I make him a little different. I will try to get his personality right, but just so you know, I might screw up. Just so you know. Oh! Also, Wingleader Sora Jade and Tifa will be MENTIONED in this chapter. Just so you know, I don't own them either. Last time I checked, that was illegal. Just to clear some things up. ^^
Chapter 5: The Faithful Servant
*//The Faithful One will serve the Eyed One for all time, unless the Flamed One and the Light can show him the way.//*
"Wake up," a voice cried out to Joey. They sounded very far away. "Wake up. You must wake up!"
Joey groaned and shook his head.
The voice continued to call out and this time they sounded closer. "Good, you're alive. I was afraid that I'd have to deal with a dead puppy. Boy, am I relieved!" the voice said, arrogantly.
Joey felt his head droop back down onto his chest.
Panic was hinted in the person's voice, sounding even nearer, "Oh no! Don't die! Please don't die! Dead people creep me out!"
The blonde teenager could not remember a time his eyelids felt so heavy. He managed to lift them. Confusion swept his mind as he glimpsed cold walls of a circled room and three flames from torches. Then he closed his amber eyes again.
This time he could hear the voice more clearly. It was male and it came from next to him. The boy/man now hissed, "Hey? Are you dead?" Joey didn't say anything. The guy groaned. "Oh come on! If you're dead, at least say so!"
'Yeah right,' Joey thought, stupidly. 'Dead men tell no tales.' Okay, that was lame. Really lame. Joey felt his throat contract and swallow. His throat burned with thirst. Why was that? Where was he? Why did his muscles ache so? And where was-ooh. Okay, why did his head hurt?
Groaning, Joey reached his hand up to rub his head- only to realize that he couldn't move his hand!
His amber eyes flashed open, making his head throb from the sudden light and closed them quickly when he felt his world spin. Blinking, he opened his eyes once more.
The guy sighed, "Oh, good. You are alive."
Joey, slowly, turned his head to see another teenage boy that had his arms, spread out, and his legs, also spread out, chained to the wall. The teen had raven black hair which he apparently had tried to put in a pony tail, but strands of it still zigzagged all over. Bold, green eyes blinked at him in curiosity. Blinking, Joey tried to ignore the throb that was coming from the back of his head, "Hey? Why are you chained up?"
The teen shrugged, "Beats me I was down here looking for, something, when I saw this dark shadow. Next thing I knew, someone knocked me on the head and woke up here, with you unconscious." He nodded at Joey. "Apparently, they did the same to you."
Joey looked himself over and was amazed to find that he was chained up just like the other teen. He scowled. 'Well, this is just great,' he thought. 'Serenity and Tristan are just lifeless bodies back in the forest and Yugi and Ryou are who knows where! Way to go Wheeler. Now you've screwed things up!' Frustrated at himself, he looked back at the teen realizing that he didn't now the guy's name. "Hey," he asked. "Who are you, anyway?"
The teen looked thoughtful, as though considering whether or not to trust this blonde stranger. Finally, he admitted, "My master calls me Otogoi. But I guess you can call me Duke Devlin. Or just Duke. It really doesn't matter to me."
Joey tried to reach out his hand, before remembering his situation. Instead, he just nodded polietly, "I'm Joey." Suddenly, something about Duke's words made a bell ring in Joey's head. He looked at him, bewildered, "What do you mean 'master'? Are you a slave?"
Duke frowned, as thought insulted by the term. "Not really," he replied coldly. Then he looked down at himself and sighed. "It's sort of a long story."
Joey looked at his chains and looked around at the empty room. Then, turning back to Duke, he said, "Well, it doesn't look like we're going anywhere. Might as well go for it."
Duke once more looked hesitant. "Alright," he said slowly. "But only if you tell me about yourself first."
So, Joey told him about his early life, fighting for survival and trying to make a better life for Serenity. Then, his eyes brightened as he explained about meeting up with Tristan. His amber eyes glowed as he told about how he met up with Ryou. But his eyes practically shone as he described how he had become friends with Yugi and how the boy was truly his little brother. Then he glared at the floor and his mouth became a thin line as he explained how his friends, content with their new lives, had been intruded upon by a stranger, who ended up taking Serenity and Tristan's souls and leading them to this accursed place.
"Damn you Pegasus," he snarled. Then he looked up at Duke and blinked in surprise. The teen was pale and looked like he could barely breathe.
"Did you," he breathed. "Did you say 'Pegasus'?"
Joey blinked, "Yeah. Why?"
Duke looked down at the floor as though ashamed. "Well," he said. "I guess I should tell you about myself anyway." Dark green eyes looked up, shining, but not with fond memories.
"You see," he began. "It sort of happened like this..."
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*Duke's P.O.V*
You see, when I was little, my village was attacked by some rampaging duel monsters. Nearly everything was destroyed and many were killed. Among our dead was my parents. I was very young when it happened so I don't really remember them that well. I suppose that's why their loss hasn't really hit me so hard.
A couple days later, which wasn't even enough time to bury our dead and perform the ancient ceremonies, my village was once again attacked- this time by men. They were desert raiders. You know, the bandits who hide out in the desert somewhere and they ransack cities and sell people as slaves so they can make profit. The pharaoh's soldiers don't even bother to stop them. I think it's because they get a share in the profit.
Anyway, you are right in a way. I was among the captured and was sold as a slave. However, if fate has ever been kind to me, it was, ironic as it seems, when I had been sold. Don't look at me like that. I'll tell you why.
Because She saw me. And She brought me into her home, introduced me to Him, and I knew I would be happy with them.
Her name was Cecilia and she was a wonderful person. She didn't even treat me like a slave! She and her husband liked me instantly and gave me my own room, with clothes, and even servants! They soon freed me and named me their adopted son. I was so happy. I can't quite remember what parents were supposed to be like, but they were as good, if not better, as any. I was not an "adopted" child plopped into a household. They were my parents and I loved them.
But then tragedy striked as it usually did for me.
For you see, Cecilia is dying. At first, we didn't notice it for she smiled as always and whenever we questioned the hint of pain that hid in her eyes, she would smile and wave it off, telling us she was fine. I hadn't believed her and now I wish I had done something. Anything! Now it's too late.
She collapsed one day and didn't get back up. Of course, we immediately called a doctor and what he told us astounded us both. Cecilia was dying, had been dying, and now has only about a month to live. The doctor said it would take a miracle for her to survive.
Naturally, we were both devastated. He locked himself in a room, probably unable to take the sight of his wife dying while in the Deep Sleep. As for myself, I stayed by her side, trying desperately to think of a way to save her, each plan more desperate than the first.
Then, one day, a strange man appeared. I remember because a big storm was raging outside and everyone was sure that it was a bad omen, since you know how rare storms are. Anyway, just I was crossing, tiredly, the front room the door slammed open, lightening flashed and there he stood.
At first I thought he was a servant of Osiris, the god not the soldiers, and had come to take Cecilia to Death. And when he stepped into the room, my thoughts hardly changed. He was cloaked from head to foot in black and his voice was raspy as he told me that he sought my master. I know, I know, I said that He was like my father and he was, but I still call him 'Master'. Anyway, thinking Death had once again come to steal my family away, I couldn't bring myself to answer.
The man's voice snapped like a whip, "Damn you, boy! Do you not understand a civilized tongue? I'm here to make an offer to your master and if you have brains in that skull, you'll tell me where he is! Now, brat, show me where he is!"
Flinching, I pointed to Master's room and the man huffed up the stairs and to the room. Strange thing was, I don't think he walks. No, he has two legs and everything, but it was the WAY he walked. It was like his feet didn't touch the ground. Don't give me that look, I'm telling you the truth!
Do you believe me? I know you don't have any reason to, but- oh, you do? Well, you're the first.
Anyway, the man- if he was a man, I think he was a demon- went into my master's room and he stayed in there a long time. I waited outside the door as minutes turned into hours and hours led into more hours. I hadn't heard the Final Shriek, the one a person yells with their dying breath, so I tried to convince myself that I hadn't betrayed Master and that he was still alright.
Suddenly a shriek, not the Final Shriek thank goodness, rang through out the house and it was filled with so much pain, that it felt like you were being cut with a knife. No, that description doesn't come close. Let's see. Um, wait a minute, you have a headache don't you? Yes, I can tell by the way your eyes glare at me. Well, think of that and then think of something a hundred times worse. Oh no! I guess that made your head hurt more didn't it? Oh, well, sorry. I was just giving an example. Anyway, right after the shriek a burst of light came out of nowhere.
The next thing I knew, Master was shaking me awake. He was mumbling that he had to go, that he had a way to save Cecilia. I thought he was crazy, but he said that if he retrieved these- oh what were they called again?- um, Something Items, I don't remember. The point is that he said that once he got them all together, Cecilia would finally get her miracle.
But he told me that I had to stay here. Though he now knew what he must do, he still wasn't sure where he was going or what dangers awaited him. He told me to stay at the house, to watch over Cecilia, and await his return. As he mumbled and spoke, the strand of silvery hair in front of his right eye swung away and I gasped to see what was underneath it.
For there, gleaming thought there was no light, was a golden eye.
Yes, that's right.
His name was Pegasus.
No! Don't interrupt me just yet. I promise that I'll answer your questions, but, please, just let me finish. Yes, I know it bugs you, but trust me on this. Thank you.
Now where was I? Oh yes. Everything was just happening so fast, but I could still comprehend that Master wanted to take off. I argued, saying that I might be of help. However, he was of clearer mind and made a stronger argument. Reluctantly, I agreed to stay behind.
I did stay behind too. For many days, I lost count eventually, I watched over Cecilia and waited, though impatiently, for my master's return. Soon, I began to worry about him. In my mind, he had been gone far too long. One night I watched the sunset with weary eyes and I felt as though something was urging me out here.
So, I left Cecilia in the hands of the only people I could trust- Sora and Tifa. They are some friends of mine. They don't usually have much to do with Master, especially Sora, but they like me well enough. I think you'd like them. I guess you already know how rare it is to find some nice, kind souls. I am glad that you have found some as your friends. Anyway, they promised feverently that they would take care of everything and Sora threatened that if I didn't come back alive, that when she got to Death, she'd find me and haunt me for the rest of the Afterlife. I trusted their word and set off on my own.
I traveled many days and to tell you the truth, I'm not sure how I got here. All I know was that something was calling out to me and I followed it. However, I'm not so sure if that was a good idea or not for here I am chained and in a place I apparently can't leave.
*End Duke's P.O.V*
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"You know," Duke cocked his head thoughtfully. "It's kind of ironic. I left home so that I could help my master but in the end it doesn't really matter. I'm still stuck someplace."
Joey bowed his head, taking all of this in. He was already sure that he didn't like Pegasus, but after hearing Duke's story he kind of felt sorry for the guy. Suddenly, he clenched his teeth and his fists so hard that his palms bled. 'But if he doesn't return Serenity and Tristan,' he thought. 'Or does anything to Ryou or Yugi, then he's gonna get it.' Looking back at the chains, he added, 'That is, if I can get out of here first!'
"Ah, so you are both awake now," a soft, feminine voice whispered.
The two teenagers, who had each been lost in his own thoughts, looked up, startled, to see three figures.
On the left stood a woman, probably still a teenager, standing calmly with her hands clasped in front of her. On the right, was a tall man with a black cloak and Joey could tell that this was not a guy to pick a fight with. In the middle, was a teenage boy that had had wild hair and was probably both the same height and age as Ryou. They stood in shadow, their faces covered by darkness, but Joey shivered as he felt the aura of power that surrounded the three. Particularly the women and the smaller boy.
'Man,' Joey felt a shiver go up his spine. 'I'm starting to get really, really tired of magic.'
The tall man spoke in a deep, gruff voice, "Welcome prisoners. I hope you like the arrangements for, if fate decrees it, this will be the site of your burial!"
Fin*
Tenshi: *leans back in bean bag* Whew! Talk about exhausting! Kerra: 0_0 What are you talking about? You barely wrote anything.
Tenshi: I know, but it was tough writing in Duke's point of view. I tried really hard, but I think I still messed up.
Yugi: *chews thoughtfully on some left over popcorn* So, who's this black cloaked guy that Duke saw?
Duke: *has a tummy ache because he ate too much popcorn* Yeah, who was that guy?
Tenshi: Um..
Everyone: *leans forward*
Tenshi: I honestly have no idea! ^^
Everyone: *face fault*
Kerra: *bonks Tenshi on the head* What do you mean you don't know? YOU'RE THE ONE WRITING THIS!
Tenshi: *rubs head* I know, but that just sort of happened on a whim. *turns to the readers* Hey, if you guys have any ideas, be sure to tell me! These are the only things I've got so far- 1) he's the REAL bad guy 2) he's my own character That's about it.
Kerra: *drops her face into her hands* That's it! *turns to readers* We're doomed. We're reading stuff by a half-wit writer that barely remembers what she had for breakfast. What is this world coming to?! *drops to her knees*
Tenshi: - Oh knock it off. Anyway, I'll make it up to everybody. The next chapter is going to be about the yamis.
Kerra: Yay! ^^
Tenshi; ^^" Unfortunately, they don't meet the hikaris just yet.
Yugi and Yami: 0_0 No!
Tenshi: ^^" Yep. But it's going to be kind of sweet. And it's only going to be Bakura and Yami. I'll do Marik if requested, but I don't know him that well, so be forewarned. Anyway, until next time, C'ya! ^_^
Duke: Now if I've got this right, then Tenshi needs 2 reviews before she continues. *thinks for a moment* Oh yeah. And she looks forward to hearing what you guys think and that flames are accepted. *looks confused* Whatever those are. See ya next time! ^^