Joy: This next one was requested by Dark Mage of Sea 13. It is a kind of Merina/Yami fic, though that might not be as noticeable as some of the others. The song is one Dark Mage requested called. "Rain, Tax (It's inevitable)" by Celine Dion.
Lost and Found
I did not know there was a plan
Somewhere a perfect man
I don't believe in the stars
But then you smiled at my pretenses
As you broke down my defenses
I just want to be where you are
Love ain't like fashion
The look remains the same
I'll where your heart forever
'Cause some things never change
Yugi had let Yami take over, saying he needed some fresh air. He decided to take a walk through the park. He passed through the park and ended up standing on a small bridge over a creek. He gazed into the water.
There was suddenly a loud scream that filled he air. Yami turned and ran toward the noise to see a man standing over a prone figure on the ground. Yami's eyes narrowed when he saw the knife in the man's hand. "Hey!" he yelled, getting the man's attention. He came at Yami with the knife, but he didn't get far before he stopped in his tracks. The Eye of Ra glowed on Yami's forehead threateningly.
The man screamed as his soul was transported directly to the Shadow Realm. Yami went over to the person. It was a teenage girl, and not just any girl.
Merina
Nani? Yugi asked, surprised a bit.
It's Merina. That criminal was attacking Merina.
Is she okay? Yugi asked with concern.
Yami went to put his ear to her chest to feel for breathing and pulse, but stopped. He suddenly felt a bit odd for doing that when it was a female that lay unconscious before him. Merina let out a soft moan, signaling she was alive. Yami didn't see any visible wounds or injuries so he felt she could be moved without causing her harm.
Yugi, I am taking her to the Game Shop.
CHORUS:
Like rain, tax
After lightening the thunder cracks (it's inevitable)
Sooner or later it had to come true'
Like rain, tax
Weeds grow up through the pavement cracks (it's inevitable)
You see what I want
What I want is you
Right.Yami gently lifted her up bridal style and headed home. By the time they got home it had started to sprinkle a bit. Once inside, he placed her on the couch in the living area of the house. Do you want me to take over and take care of her? Yugi asked.
No. That is not necessary. I shall tend to her myself. Yami got a cloth and some water and used them to make a cold compress. He put it on her forehead, covering her eyes as well. As the cold cloth touched her head, she woke in surprise, letting out a small gasp.
"Who…?" she murmered.
"Shh…it is I."
"Yami…it's you…?"
"Yes. How are you feeling?" Yami asked.
"Better." He removed the cloth and she slowly sat up. She found herself locked into Yami's gaze for a moment.
Through that life was logical
Love was a miracle
That happened to someone else, not me
Baby I musta said a little prayer
Then suddenly I looked up, and you where there
And the rest is history
I don't want to be an island any more
Just resign yourself
'Cause there's one thing for sure
"Thanks for helping me. What happened to that bastard who attacked me?"
"The Shadows are entertaining him as we speak."
"Thank you again." She relaxed, giving Yami a smile. He found himself unable to resist giving her a small smile back. It was kind of addictive. He felt oddly at peace sitting by her. Like he had done it with her long ago. Something tugged at his memory, but before he could pinpoint it, Merina sat straighter, looking suddenly worried. "Oh, no!"
CHORUS:
Like rain, tax
After lighetning the thunder cracks (it's inevitable)
Sooner or later it had to come true'
Like rain, tax
Weeds grow up through the pavement cracks (it's inevitable)
You see what I want
What I want is you
"What is it?" Yami asked in confusion.
"You see, that thief was after something very important to me. It is a family heirloom. I don't have it. He must have taken it after I passed out. I have to find it! It might still be in the park!" She got up a little too quickly. A bit dizzy, she faltered. Yami managed to steady her before she could fall.
"You need to rest," he insisted.
"But I have to find that necklace, Yami! I have to get it back!" she begged.
"Very well, but I will accompany you." Yami said.
"Thanks so much."
…Later…
The two, equipped with an umbrella, were soon at the park, looking for Merina's necklace. Merina led Yami back to the spot she was attacked and looked around. Yami had joined in the search and the two carefully looked over the area. After over fifteen minutes of nonstop searching through the area, Merina finally slid onto a rock on the ground by a tree, exhausted. She sighed, looking downcast.
Yami put a hand on her shoulder. "I am sorry we could not find it, Merina."
"No problem, Yami. It's not your fault." Merina tried to look indifferent, but her now flowing tears and shaky voice betrayed her. Yami felt his heart tear at the sight.
"Still…" Merina smiled up at him sadly. Yami tried not to be embarrassed. He looked away, and then spotted something in the sunlight, shining brightly. He blinked. "What is that?" he asked. Merina looked over. Her face let up and she went over to the bush. There, on the bush, was a silver necklace with a locket.
"Yes! This is what I was looking for!" Her eyes shone with tears of joy. "Oh, thank you so much!" She nearly knocked Yami over with a hug. They broke the hug quickly. Merina thanked him again.
It had to be you, it had to be you
Say you'll be here forever
You and me here together
When will you see what I want
What I want is you
"It was my pleasure. Are you all right now? Can you get back to the hotel or do you wish for me to accompany you?"
"Um…well, could you come with me? Just in case?" Yami nodded and the two of them headed off with Merina trying to hide her blush unsuccessfully and Yami trying to keep his composure at their close proximity. Belong long they got to Merina's hotel "Thanks again for all you've done I mean, who knows what that guy would have done had you not come along."
"No thanks necessary, Merina. You are my friend, and that is what friends do for each other."
CHORUS:
Like rain, tax
After lightening the thunder cracks (it's inevitable)
Sooner or later it had to come true'
Like rain, tax
Weeds grow up through the pavement cracks (it's inevitable)
You see what I want
What I want is you
Merina gave him another smile, then wrapped her arms around him in another hug before turning and going inside, leaving Yami to wonder why the gesture felt so familiar.
CHORUS:
Like rain, tax
After lightening the thunder cracks (it's inevitable)
Sooner or later it had to come true'
Like rain, tax
Weeds grow up through the pavement cracks (it's inevitable)
You see what I want
What I want is you
Joy: There you go, Dark Mage of Sea 13. Hope everyone liked it. The fic was a little weird with that song, but I didn't see the lyrics at the time I wrote the fic…oh well.
