Disclaimer: I think it's pretty obvious I don't own Yu-Gi-Oh, now isn't it?

Author's note: I updated! Sorry, there won't be much romance in this chapter. But I promise, the next chapter will have plenty of romance…because Seto and Serenity are going to marry! I'm in a rush since I've got major exams this month and I need to catch up on my studies. So this will be a brief chapter. First, I'll answer the reviews:

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To The Reviewers:

Animorphs17: You're right. I'm afraid I'm not giving this fic my 100%. Too much homework and exams. Sorry. But it's either I update faster with short chapters, or the chapters are longer with slower updates. I'm pretty happy you think it's worthy of a 7/10. I would have given it a 2/10. UU Yes, my self-esteem is extremely low.

DayDreamerz: Thanks for reviewing!

Pisces071: Wait no longer! Joey is about to meet Kaiba… Poor Serenity.

Darkhope: I updated. Smile now!

Kikoken: Serenity…Kaiba…Joey…in one room… I can hear disaster in the air.

YumeTakato: How soon is soon? Just kidding. I updated, so enjoy!

Sakura: This chapter contains some Seto/Serenity. Thanks for your review!

Quoth the Raven, Nevermor: Yep, I updated. Thank you!

InuyashaKogaRULZ: Here's the chapter you've been waiting for served hot from the oven. Start reading!

Galux Kitty: Yes, that's what Joey would most likely do…(sigh) I don't think Seto and Joey would ever get along…but they'll have to if they want to share Serenity.

Jade Wu: I updated, I updated! Now put that knife down before you kill someone. uu That 'someone' being me.

(Nameless reviewer): Thank you very much!

Lily of the Shadow: Glad you like it. Keep reading and reviewing!

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Title: The Bridesmaid's Best Man

Author: Deena

Rated: PG13

Genre: Romance

Main Pairing: Joey/Mai

Summary: Serenity is going to get married – to Seto Kaiba! She has invited Mai to be one of the bridesmaids…but the best man is Joey, Serenity's cute yet goofy brother. Mai is determined not to fall for Joey's charms, but when they're stranded overnight on a tiny island, things might change…

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:: CHAPTER THREE ::

Welcome, Everyone!

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" Welcome to Paradise Island!"

Joey whistled appreciatively. He was standing in front of Luxury Hotel in the middle of Paradise Island where the driver had said his sister would be waiting for them. There was a huge swimming pool behind the hotel and the beach was right next to it.

Mai got out of the limo, tidying up her golden tresses. " Ugh! I think I'm going to have to take a long shower after this," she cringed.

Joey glanced at her. " I think you look fine."

Mai rolled her eyes. " Says the boy with the messy hair."

" Hey! I think it looks great!" Joey protested as he brushed his hands through his hair self-consciously.

Suddenly, the hotel's sliding doors opened to reveal his excited sister, Serenity. Her hazel eyes brightened happily as she ran towards Joey. " Big brother!" she exclaimed and threw herself into his arms.

" I missed you too, sis," Joey laughed.

" Mai! I'm so glad you made it!" Serenity embraced her friend and looked backward, waiting for someone to come out. When he didn't, Serenity narrowed her eyes. " Seto Kaiba, you get your butt out here right now!"

Seto reluctantly walked outside, looking non-too pleased to see Joey and Mai. Especially Joey. " Hello…Wheeler," he greeted snidely.

" Kaiba," Joey gritted.

" Wheeler."

" Kaiba."

They glared at each other. Serenity and Mai looked at each other and sighed. " Men…"

Another limo stopped and seven other guests arrived: Yugi, Téa, Ryou, Malik and Isis. Malik was muttering, " Why should I carry all the bags?" from behind Isis's back as he struggled with Isis's seven suitcases. His older sister shot him a glare. " As punishment. You're lucky we managed to catch the plane before it left for the island. You should've packed light," she snapped. Malik sweatdropped. " Look who's talking…"

" Hi, Serenity!" Téa called cheerfully. " Are we late?"

" No. Thanks for coming, everyone." Serenity smiled in greeting. " The wedding will start this afternoon at noon. Joey, Kaiba, you two better get into your suits."

" More like strait jackets," Joey muttered.

Seto snorted. " You talk too much, mutt."

" Moneybags."

" Loser."

" Jackass."

" Bastard."

" Stuck-up snob."

" Second-rate duelist."

" ENOUGH!!!!!!"

Seto and Joey stopped glaring to look up to see an angry Serenity. She glowered at them, hands on waist. "Listen up, I want my marriage to be a success. But if this is going to work, I want my brother and my fiancé to get along. If you guys can't do that, then I'II NEVER SPEAK TO YOU GUYS EVER AGAIN!!!!!!!"

Seto and Joey gaped, then slowly turned to look at each other, identical scowls on their faces.

" Now," Serenity continued, " I want you guys to shake hands as a sign that you'll be friends now."

" Shake hands? WITH MR. MONEYBAGS/THE MUTT!!! You've got to be kidding me, sis/Serenity!" Joey and Seto both shouted in disbelief.

Serenity narrowed her eyes, crossing her arms firmly. " I mean it."

Joey and Seto took deep breaths and quickly shook hands, then just as quickly let go. Joey wiped his hand on his shirt. " Jeez. I've got Kaiba-germs all over me! Got to get it off…" Joey muttered.

" Ugh! I've been contaminated with dog-germs. Need to clean my hand!" Seto muttered as he took out a handkerchief.

Serenity smiled happily. " There. That wasn't so bad, was it?"

Everyone (except Seto and Joey) sweatdropped. Yep. A beautiful friendship had definitely been born.

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To be continued...


Author's note: Sorry, I have to get back to reading my Chemistry book now. Next chapter: Serenity and Seto…are going to get married, and thus the romance begins! Leave a nice review, lol! XD