Disclaimer: I, Mokubaz-Angel do not own Yu-Gi-Oh, and never will.

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Heya peoples! I know. . .its been awhile since my last update, and I am so sorry lol. Its just, writers block has got me for this story, and I don't know what I should do next lol, plus all my other stories that I have and nee to write for. . .but anyways, could be worse. I could discontinue it. . .which I have been thinking about doing. . .but, that's mean to you faithfull readers lol. Anyways, I guess I'll stop rambling and get started on this chapter! I hope you guys will like it ^^

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Chapter Eighteen: If at first you don't succeed. . .

Hailie, had been deep into her sleep, when she was violently shaken awake from her sleep. Not wanting to get up though, she hit the person away, and tried to get back to sleep. She was tired and hungry and she didn't want to get up to see Malik, or the others for that matter. They seemed so. . .angry with her lately, and she didn't want to have to see that.

"Woman, get the hell up" she heard an annoyed voice hiss in her ear, making her jump.

Blinking a few times to get her eyesight used to the light, she then turned to the owner of the voice, not at all surprised at who it was.

"Malik, don't ever do that again" she told him, as she sat up straight, and putting her messy un brushed hair into a ponytail so it wouldn't show as much.

Malik laughed cockily at her. "Woman, I don't think your in the position to tell me, future Pharaoh what to do" he stated. "Besides, we have landed, and you need to get the hell off" he added.

She glared at him angrily, and got up. "I highly doubt you will be Pharaoh Malik" she said, walking away from him.

Half way out the door, she was grabbed roughly by the arm, and pulled to him. "I will too be Pharaoh, and when I am. . .well you will know the meaning of suffering" he growled, letting go of her as he walked out from view.

She sighed. He can't win can he? I mean. . .Yami is a much better duelist, and even so, what is he talking about Pharaoh and all? Those no longer exist in Egypt. . .I think she thought, following him before he came after her. She didn't want to have to give him reasons for being angry or even touching her for that matter.

Slowly, Hailie got off the plain, to find the rest of her family out there, being held in place by one or two rare hunters. Walking down, she decided not to go stand to close around them; she didn't want to see the look of disappointment in their faces.

"Take them to where we shall be staying, and keep them locked in the basement, I don't need them running around" Malik told the rare hunters, making them all nod and pull them away.

"What about the girl master?" One asked, pointing to Hailie from not far behind.

Malik turned. "No, not her, she will be staying with me" he smirked evilly. The man nodded and walked off to help the others.

Hailie walked up to Malik, curiosity in her face. Why would he want me here with him? I mean, there's no point. It's not like he needs me or anything she thought.

"How come I didn't go with them?" she asked him nicely, which made her blink a few times. Must I be nice to him? He just took my family somewhere she thought.

"Because I said so. Besides, would you rather be locked up, in the dark with people you're afraid are disappointed at you, or would you rather enjoy the scenery?" he asked her, his lavender eyes watching her.

She sighed. She would rather much enjoy the scenery then be with them anyways, "I'd rather neither" she stated. She wouldn't let him have the satisfaction of knowing she'd rather be with him. "And, how the hell did you know that's the way I felt around them?" she asked him.

"Hailie, I told you, I can read your mind with this" he said, waving the rod in front of her eyes. "So, whatever you're thinking, I'm listening. And, I am flattered you'd rather be with me love" he laughed as she glared at him angrily.

"I truly hate you Malik" she stated angrily.

"No you don't Hailie, you just think you do" he stated, as he grabbed her by the arm.

"Where are we going?" she asked, trying to break free.

"I have things to do before I see that idiot Pharaoh" he stated, continuing to pull her.

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"And no funny business. Be quiet, and do nothing. And if your smart, you'll do what we say" the man laughed, closing the big doors and locking them, taking away all light but through the small cracks.

"Son of a bitch" Kaiba hissed in the darkness.

"Seto. . .it's okay, things will get better. . .I-"

"Jessica, it's not that. I don't know anymore. Look where we are! And who knows what's happening to my daughter! Dammit" He growled, grabbing a hold of his wife roughly.

"Why couldn't you have destroyed it while you had the chance? Then we wouldn't be in this damn place" he yelled, letting go of her, making her stumble back.

Jessica gasped in shock. He had never been so rough with her before. . .but, he had a right to be angry. He had no idea where Hailie was or what was going to happen.

"Jessica? Are you okay?" Ishizu whispered, rubbing her back, trying to help her calm down.

She nodded, putting on a fake smile. "He's just stressed I guess. . .I feel horrible though. I should have destroyed it" she told Ishizu sadly.

"Aww, look. It's not your fault. You didn't think this would ever happen again. . .it's fine. Everything will work out okay? They always do right?" she asked her.

She smiled. "Yes, you are right Ishizu" she said,

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Night has soon fallen over Egypt, as the stars began to fill the dark blue sky.

"This, shall be your room" Malik said, showing her the luscious room before her. She gasped. It was so big and beautiful. Why would he give me such a room? She thought to herself.

"I'm giving you this room because I want to woman. Now, go to sleep, I'll be here in the morning to get you" he stated, closing the door behind her and locking it.

"Asshole" she said, walking to one of the large oak drawers, and taking out a long white cotton night gown. Oh my. . .this is so beautiful she thought taking it out. Going to the bathroom, she quickly changed into it. She then took her hair out from her ponytail, and brushed it neatly in place. When she was done, she walked out, closing the light. Half way to her bed though, she stopped in front of the two large doors that led to the balcony. Hm, maybe I'll just go take a quick look out there she thought, opening them up, and walking out.

What a beautiful night she thought, looking up at the sky. I would so love to live here. . .one day she thought. Or if I live that long for that matter. Everything is so. . .hectic now. After what I did and all, its all my fault! I wish there was something I could do, to make things even a little bit better she thought.

Wait. . .she thought, as she gasped. There is something I might be able to do. Walking over, she looked at the sides of the balcony. Maybe, if I reach Yami or something, give him a heads up, we'll be better prepared for it. . .even help us a lot more, thinking wise of course but even so. . .she thought.

I could climb down from here, besides; if I fall the bushes will be there to save me from an even rougher fall. Climbing over, she began to climb down from it slowly. Stupid night gown, I just had to change she thought continuing her way.

She had gotten down safely and easily, except for the part where he the bottom of the gown had gotten stuck and ripped, but other then that, it was all good. I hope Malik never sees this she thought, looking at the gown. Oh well, I mean, it's not like I could help it, plus it's a little longer then me she thought, as she continued to walk into the night.

Safely, she had gotten away from the house, but even so, she had no clue where she was or where she was going at all, let alone knowing where Yami was at the moment.

Maybe I should have waited or something she thought. I mean, wasn't it stupid for me to run off? Malik will be furious. . .and no, I can't go back, I need to help my family out of this. I mean, I did get them into this no? She thought continuing her way through the night.

Slowly, she walked down the deserted streets of Egypt, when suddenly, she was grabbed roughly by her arm, making her scream in fright and pain. . .

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Hullo! I know, I know, evil cliffhanger. But, I'm tired lol. And even so, slight writers block ^^ Anyways, I really hoped you liked this chapter, and that you guys will review this!!! I really feel like no one likes it. . .so, I'd really appreciate it if you reviewed!!

Also, if you want, could you guys check out my new story 'Undying Love'...its Tea/Bakura, and my first with that pairing, so be gentle lol. Anyways, don't forget to review!!