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"Shizuka.....Kaiba?"
"Hehe.....hi Onichan"
"Exactly what is going on here?"
"Well, Seto is just comforting me"
"Oh, is that true Kaiba?"
"Uh huh"
"Well, if that's it, that's fine"
"Cool! Thanks Onichan!"
"No problem, its nice to see you both happy"
Come now, do you really think the Puppy's reaction was like that? I laugh at you......
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"WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON?!?!?!?!?"
"Uh....hi Onichan! Back from Mcdonalds so soon?
"KAIBA GET YER HANDS OFF MY SISTER!!!!" The Mutt dove and pried me apart from Shizuka. He was now holding her protectively. I had to try and reason with him, for my sake as well as Shizuka's
"Take this!" He swung a fist and it connected with my cheekbone. I staggard backwards.
"ONICHAN!! NO!!" I regained my posture and glared at the beast before me.
"Listen.....Pup, I can expl-"
"YOU JERK!!! GET OUT OF MY HOUSE!!"
"No Onichan!"
"Listen Sis, I know what is best for you, and I know Kaiba is not what is good for you. I want you to stay away from him!"
"NO! Seto is my friend!"
"Don't argue with me right now!!"
"You jerk!" Tears began welling up in Shizuka's eyes. Jou was no different. He looked so angry.......
"Listen Sis, I know Kaiba and I also know that he is a real jerk!"
"YOU DON'T KNOW ANYTHING!!"
"HE WAS GONNA TAKE ADVANTAGE OF YOU!"
"HE IS NOT LIKE THAT!"
"YOU DON'T KNOW KAIBA!!!!"
"I KNOW HIM BETTER THAN YOU DO!"
"KNOCK IT OFF!!!!!" I roared. The two stopped and turned towards me. The Puppy's eyes only showed hate, while Shizuka's eyes were staring in curiosity.
"Listen, I realize that I have caused a lot of trouble here. I don't blame the Dog for being protective of his sister. But I did make an agreement with him to stay here the whole summer, so I can't leave. I will be in my room for the remainder of the time." I walked over to the door and pushed them out.
"Now if you excuse me, I have work to do." I closed the door.
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Jou's P.O.V.
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Grrrr......that jerk! Who the hell does he think he is tryin to kiss my sister!? Why couldn't she just fall in love with Yugi or something......I know he would take care of her. Plus, he's a chicken, he wouldn't try anything.....oops! Shizuka's staring at me, better not let her think I am giving in.
"Onichan......"
"What?"
"Kaiba wasn't going to kiss me, he was just comforting me."
"Ha! Sis don't lie to me. That sleezeball was gonna take advantage of you, good thing I got here in time!"
*SLAP!* What the hell?
"Why do you put yor hatred for Seto before my happiness?!" Tears were streaming down her face. Why was she crying? I mean, she knows how much I hate that jerk.
"I have to protect you-"
"From what?!?!"
"From Kaiba!"
"Then who will protect me from you?!?!?!" She stormed out of the door after that. I sat down on the couch and rested my head on my hands. What the hell was going on?
I turned on the T.V. Gods, couldn't normal people like my sister? How come all the freaks are drawn to her? But why didn't Kaiba get mad at me? He would have been punching the daylights outta me.
Why didn't he hit me? Man Kaiba is one strange dude.
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Kaiba P.O.V.
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"Stupid Mutt......" I typed away on my laptop, trying to hack into one of my cometiter's mainframe. Ususally something like this would cheer me up. That stupid dog and his stupid sister. They are ruining everything!
I worked all my life to isolate myself from the world. They in less than a week, I was holding a girl in my arms, about to experience my first true kiss. What the hell is goin-
"Ah crap! I set off their alarms!" I quickly shut the computer off. Dammit! I never make such careless mistakes. What was bothering me?
Hold me Seto.......Dammit! It was that girl! Why?! I am only supposed to care about Mokuba! She is supposed to mean nothing to me! She is just a dog!
Liar, you love her.....No I don't!! Of course you do.....you're madly in love with her.....SHUT UP!!!! Great, now I am hearing voices. I love her? How ridiculous. I turned on my computer and began typing away.
Who knows how long I had been working. The sky turned from blazing yellow to a deep purple. My stomach gave a rumble. "Guess I forgot to eat...." Oh well, the hunger would go away in a few hours.
*Knock*
*Knock*
"Come in" The door opened and Shizuka was standing there. Upon closer inspection I saw that the Puppy was behind her in the shadows. Guess he really doesn't trust me.
"Uh Seto" I winced at the name "Me and Onichan are going to meet Yugi one last time before he leaves at the game shop, do you want to come along?"
"No"
"Oh......ok" She closed the door and I heard her voice become distant. I opened the door and the apartment was empty. Guess I was alone again.
I walked over to the refridgerator. There was a couple of cokes, some salsa and a sandwich with a note. For some reason, the sandwhich was in the back, hidden from sight. The note said-
~~~Here Seto, I thought you might get hungry. You can eat it when we leave tonight. I'm sorry for the way Onichan reacted. See you when we get home
Shizkua~~~
That was nice of her. I sat down and took a large bite out of it. Wow, don't remember the last time I had felt so.......normal. Dealing with girls,living in an apartment, and having arguments with people my age. I guesss this is what its like to be a normal teenager. It was nice.
I washed the plate and then went back to my room. I grabbed my towel and soap. It had been a whole day since I last showered.....I feel pretty dirty right now. I mean, how could anyone go more than one day without a shower?
The warm water felt good against my bare skin. There was only one bad thing about showers, it gave me time to think about things besides work. Normally, thoughts would drift towards Mokuba, knowing that he is happy, but I hadn't even given my brother a thought since I arrived at this damn place. Why does that girl's face occupy my entire world?
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Jou's P.O.V.
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"I guess you lose again Jou!" Man! How does Yugi always beat me? Just once I would like to win a duel against him. Well, ok, so losing to Yugi was not the only thing bothering me.
"Is something wrong Jou? You seemed really out of the game today."
"Yea, can I talk to you in the kitchen for a sec Yug?"
"Sure" Me and the King of games walked into his kitchen, passing Anzu and my sis, who were watching some romance movie.
"Yug, I think my sis is in love with someone....."
"That's great Jou!"
"No its not"
"Huh? Why?"
"Because it is with Seto Kaiba"
"Oh......"
"What should I do buddy?"
"Nothing"
"Huh?"
"Do nothing, this is Shizuka's thing, and you shouldn't interfere"
"YUG! This is Kaiba we are talking about!"
"I know, but you must put aside yor hatred for him, and do what's best for Shizuka"
"Yug, I hate to say this, but I think you are wrong......"
"Huh?"
"I WILL NOT LET HER DATE KAIBA!!!!"
"Jou, you're being ridiculous!"
"Yug! Just shut up for once!!!! KAIBA IS NOT A GOOD PERSON! HE IS AN EVIL, SELF-CENTERED JERK AND I WILL NOT LET HIM HAVE THE ONE THING IN THIS WORLD THAT MAKES ME HAPPY!!!!!!!!!!"
"Jou...." Tears were flowing down his face, but I didn't care. He was supposed to make things better, but instead he sides with Kaiba! He is supposed to tell me I'm right!!
"I'll see you around Yugi" I walked out the door, leaving Yugi standing in the kitchen, alone. That Kaiba has wrecked everything, my family, my dueling, and my friendship.
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Shizuka's P.O.V.
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"No way! Kaiba was cuddling with you?"
"Yep!"
"Wow, you are so lucky!"
"Hehe......I guess...." I was telling Anzu about what happened between Kaiba and me. So far, she was being the total opposite of Onichan.
"That's great, I'm so happy for you Shizuka!"
"I wish Onichan would be happy for me....."
"Oh yea, Jou really hates Kaiba." I nodded my head.
"What should I do Anzu?"
"Well, I always tell everyone to follow their heart, and I think you should do the same"
"But Onichan....."
"Listen Shizuka, Jou is just a bit confused right now, I'm sure after this summer him and Kaiba will be great friends!"
"I hope so Anzu....." Just then, Onichan walked through the living room and stormed out the door. Why did he look so angry? Yugi then followed him, but his eyes were red. What happened in there?
"Jou.....please" Yugi began.
"LEAVE ME ALONE!!!!"
"Onichan....." I spoke up, hoping I could comfort him
"Shizuka, we are going home!"
"Onichan, what's wrong? What can I do to help?"
"What can you do? YOU CAN KILL THAT CREEP KAIBA FOR ME!!"
"I don't understand......."
"No, you usually don't" And with that, he walked out of the Game Shop. I turned back to Yugi. Anzu was embracing him, while he shed a fair amount of tears.
"Yugi....I am so sorry for the way Onichan acted....."
"No no, its ok Shizuka," He wiped his face and gave me a weak smile. I smiled back reassuringly.
"I think I should leave also"
"Alright, do you need a ride home? Grandpa-"
"No, I'll manage, bye" I walked out the game shop into the streets. Lucky for me, the apartment was only a few blocks away, so I got there in no time at all.
"Hello? Onichan? Seto?" I called through our room. All the lights were off, except the one in the bathroom. I guess the CEO was taking a shower. Why does that thought excite me? Gross Shizuka! You shouldn't be thinking like that!
Suddenly, the door opened, and out stepped Seto Kaiba wearing nothing but a towel. His hair was damp and over his eyes, giving him a very mysterious appearance.
"Oh, home so soon?"
"uh.........."
"You know, it's rude to stare" His harsh tone snapped me back into reality.
"Oh sorry...............do you think you could put some clothes on?" I asked sheepishly, tearing my eyes away from his chest and turning them towards the floor.
"Fine" I heard footsteps and when I looked up, he was gone. I sat down on the couch and began watching MTV. Most of the music they played was really bad, but sometimes they would put on something tasteful, like Avril Lavigne. Kaiba walked out two minutes later in a nightshirt and boxers. I blushed as he sat down on the other chair and pulled out his laptop.
"Seto.....you know you don't have pants on"
"Oh, does that bother you?"
"Uh.....actually it's a bit embarrassing for me"
"Well, haven't you seen your brother in his boxers?"
"Only a few times, and he doesn't wear boxers....he wears underwear........" The president of Kaiba Corp cracked a smile. Unfortunately, it was a smile of cruel amusement, but it did make him look incredibly......STOP IT!!!
"So......is Onichan back yet?"
"Sorry, I haven't seen the dog all night"
"Seto, I still don't know why you are so rude to Onichan. He works hard and takes care of me, plus he is a great duelist whether you like to admit it or not. So why is it you torture him?"
"You know what? I don't know why"
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Well, that's the end of that chapter.
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"Shizuka.....Kaiba?"
"Hehe.....hi Onichan"
"Exactly what is going on here?"
"Well, Seto is just comforting me"
"Oh, is that true Kaiba?"
"Uh huh"
"Well, if that's it, that's fine"
"Cool! Thanks Onichan!"
"No problem, its nice to see you both happy"
Come now, do you really think the Puppy's reaction was like that? I laugh at you......
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"WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON?!?!?!?!?"
"Uh....hi Onichan! Back from Mcdonalds so soon?
"KAIBA GET YER HANDS OFF MY SISTER!!!!" The Mutt dove and pried me apart from Shizuka. He was now holding her protectively. I had to try and reason with him, for my sake as well as Shizuka's
"Take this!" He swung a fist and it connected with my cheekbone. I staggard backwards.
"ONICHAN!! NO!!" I regained my posture and glared at the beast before me.
"Listen.....Pup, I can expl-"
"YOU JERK!!! GET OUT OF MY HOUSE!!"
"No Onichan!"
"Listen Sis, I know what is best for you, and I know Kaiba is not what is good for you. I want you to stay away from him!"
"NO! Seto is my friend!"
"Don't argue with me right now!!"
"You jerk!" Tears began welling up in Shizuka's eyes. Jou was no different. He looked so angry.......
"Listen Sis, I know Kaiba and I also know that he is a real jerk!"
"YOU DON'T KNOW ANYTHING!!"
"HE WAS GONNA TAKE ADVANTAGE OF YOU!"
"HE IS NOT LIKE THAT!"
"YOU DON'T KNOW KAIBA!!!!"
"I KNOW HIM BETTER THAN YOU DO!"
"KNOCK IT OFF!!!!!" I roared. The two stopped and turned towards me. The Puppy's eyes only showed hate, while Shizuka's eyes were staring in curiosity.
"Listen, I realize that I have caused a lot of trouble here. I don't blame the Dog for being protective of his sister. But I did make an agreement with him to stay here the whole summer, so I can't leave. I will be in my room for the remainder of the time." I walked over to the door and pushed them out.
"Now if you excuse me, I have work to do." I closed the door.
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Jou's P.O.V.
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Grrrr......that jerk! Who the hell does he think he is tryin to kiss my sister!? Why couldn't she just fall in love with Yugi or something......I know he would take care of her. Plus, he's a chicken, he wouldn't try anything.....oops! Shizuka's staring at me, better not let her think I am giving in.
"Onichan......"
"What?"
"Kaiba wasn't going to kiss me, he was just comforting me."
"Ha! Sis don't lie to me. That sleezeball was gonna take advantage of you, good thing I got here in time!"
*SLAP!* What the hell?
"Why do you put yor hatred for Seto before my happiness?!" Tears were streaming down her face. Why was she crying? I mean, she knows how much I hate that jerk.
"I have to protect you-"
"From what?!?!"
"From Kaiba!"
"Then who will protect me from you?!?!?!" She stormed out of the door after that. I sat down on the couch and rested my head on my hands. What the hell was going on?
I turned on the T.V. Gods, couldn't normal people like my sister? How come all the freaks are drawn to her? But why didn't Kaiba get mad at me? He would have been punching the daylights outta me.
Why didn't he hit me? Man Kaiba is one strange dude.
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Kaiba P.O.V.
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"Stupid Mutt......" I typed away on my laptop, trying to hack into one of my cometiter's mainframe. Ususally something like this would cheer me up. That stupid dog and his stupid sister. They are ruining everything!
I worked all my life to isolate myself from the world. They in less than a week, I was holding a girl in my arms, about to experience my first true kiss. What the hell is goin-
"Ah crap! I set off their alarms!" I quickly shut the computer off. Dammit! I never make such careless mistakes. What was bothering me?
Hold me Seto.......Dammit! It was that girl! Why?! I am only supposed to care about Mokuba! She is supposed to mean nothing to me! She is just a dog!
Liar, you love her.....No I don't!! Of course you do.....you're madly in love with her.....SHUT UP!!!! Great, now I am hearing voices. I love her? How ridiculous. I turned on my computer and began typing away.
Who knows how long I had been working. The sky turned from blazing yellow to a deep purple. My stomach gave a rumble. "Guess I forgot to eat...." Oh well, the hunger would go away in a few hours.
*Knock*
*Knock*
"Come in" The door opened and Shizuka was standing there. Upon closer inspection I saw that the Puppy was behind her in the shadows. Guess he really doesn't trust me.
"Uh Seto" I winced at the name "Me and Onichan are going to meet Yugi one last time before he leaves at the game shop, do you want to come along?"
"No"
"Oh......ok" She closed the door and I heard her voice become distant. I opened the door and the apartment was empty. Guess I was alone again.
I walked over to the refridgerator. There was a couple of cokes, some salsa and a sandwich with a note. For some reason, the sandwhich was in the back, hidden from sight. The note said-
~~~Here Seto, I thought you might get hungry. You can eat it when we leave tonight. I'm sorry for the way Onichan reacted. See you when we get home
Shizkua~~~
That was nice of her. I sat down and took a large bite out of it. Wow, don't remember the last time I had felt so.......normal. Dealing with girls,living in an apartment, and having arguments with people my age. I guesss this is what its like to be a normal teenager. It was nice.
I washed the plate and then went back to my room. I grabbed my towel and soap. It had been a whole day since I last showered.....I feel pretty dirty right now. I mean, how could anyone go more than one day without a shower?
The warm water felt good against my bare skin. There was only one bad thing about showers, it gave me time to think about things besides work. Normally, thoughts would drift towards Mokuba, knowing that he is happy, but I hadn't even given my brother a thought since I arrived at this damn place. Why does that girl's face occupy my entire world?
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Jou's P.O.V.
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"I guess you lose again Jou!" Man! How does Yugi always beat me? Just once I would like to win a duel against him. Well, ok, so losing to Yugi was not the only thing bothering me.
"Is something wrong Jou? You seemed really out of the game today."
"Yea, can I talk to you in the kitchen for a sec Yug?"
"Sure" Me and the King of games walked into his kitchen, passing Anzu and my sis, who were watching some romance movie.
"Yug, I think my sis is in love with someone....."
"That's great Jou!"
"No its not"
"Huh? Why?"
"Because it is with Seto Kaiba"
"Oh......"
"What should I do buddy?"
"Nothing"
"Huh?"
"Do nothing, this is Shizuka's thing, and you shouldn't interfere"
"YUG! This is Kaiba we are talking about!"
"I know, but you must put aside yor hatred for him, and do what's best for Shizuka"
"Yug, I hate to say this, but I think you are wrong......"
"Huh?"
"I WILL NOT LET HER DATE KAIBA!!!!"
"Jou, you're being ridiculous!"
"Yug! Just shut up for once!!!! KAIBA IS NOT A GOOD PERSON! HE IS AN EVIL, SELF-CENTERED JERK AND I WILL NOT LET HIM HAVE THE ONE THING IN THIS WORLD THAT MAKES ME HAPPY!!!!!!!!!!"
"Jou...." Tears were flowing down his face, but I didn't care. He was supposed to make things better, but instead he sides with Kaiba! He is supposed to tell me I'm right!!
"I'll see you around Yugi" I walked out the door, leaving Yugi standing in the kitchen, alone. That Kaiba has wrecked everything, my family, my dueling, and my friendship.
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Shizuka's P.O.V.
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"No way! Kaiba was cuddling with you?"
"Yep!"
"Wow, you are so lucky!"
"Hehe......I guess...." I was telling Anzu about what happened between Kaiba and me. So far, she was being the total opposite of Onichan.
"That's great, I'm so happy for you Shizuka!"
"I wish Onichan would be happy for me....."
"Oh yea, Jou really hates Kaiba." I nodded my head.
"What should I do Anzu?"
"Well, I always tell everyone to follow their heart, and I think you should do the same"
"But Onichan....."
"Listen Shizuka, Jou is just a bit confused right now, I'm sure after this summer him and Kaiba will be great friends!"
"I hope so Anzu....." Just then, Onichan walked through the living room and stormed out the door. Why did he look so angry? Yugi then followed him, but his eyes were red. What happened in there?
"Jou.....please" Yugi began.
"LEAVE ME ALONE!!!!"
"Onichan....." I spoke up, hoping I could comfort him
"Shizuka, we are going home!"
"Onichan, what's wrong? What can I do to help?"
"What can you do? YOU CAN KILL THAT CREEP KAIBA FOR ME!!"
"I don't understand......."
"No, you usually don't" And with that, he walked out of the Game Shop. I turned back to Yugi. Anzu was embracing him, while he shed a fair amount of tears.
"Yugi....I am so sorry for the way Onichan acted....."
"No no, its ok Shizuka," He wiped his face and gave me a weak smile. I smiled back reassuringly.
"I think I should leave also"
"Alright, do you need a ride home? Grandpa-"
"No, I'll manage, bye" I walked out the game shop into the streets. Lucky for me, the apartment was only a few blocks away, so I got there in no time at all.
"Hello? Onichan? Seto?" I called through our room. All the lights were off, except the one in the bathroom. I guess the CEO was taking a shower. Why does that thought excite me? Gross Shizuka! You shouldn't be thinking like that!
Suddenly, the door opened, and out stepped Seto Kaiba wearing nothing but a towel. His hair was damp and over his eyes, giving him a very mysterious appearance.
"Oh, home so soon?"
"uh.........."
"You know, it's rude to stare" His harsh tone snapped me back into reality.
"Oh sorry...............do you think you could put some clothes on?" I asked sheepishly, tearing my eyes away from his chest and turning them towards the floor.
"Fine" I heard footsteps and when I looked up, he was gone. I sat down on the couch and began watching MTV. Most of the music they played was really bad, but sometimes they would put on something tasteful, like Avril Lavigne. Kaiba walked out two minutes later in a nightshirt and boxers. I blushed as he sat down on the other chair and pulled out his laptop.
"Seto.....you know you don't have pants on"
"Oh, does that bother you?"
"Uh.....actually it's a bit embarrassing for me"
"Well, haven't you seen your brother in his boxers?"
"Only a few times, and he doesn't wear boxers....he wears underwear........" The president of Kaiba Corp cracked a smile. Unfortunately, it was a smile of cruel amusement, but it did make him look incredibly......STOP IT!!!
"So......is Onichan back yet?"
"Sorry, I haven't seen the dog all night"
"Seto, I still don't know why you are so rude to Onichan. He works hard and takes care of me, plus he is a great duelist whether you like to admit it or not. So why is it you torture him?"
"You know what? I don't know why"
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Well, that's the end of that chapter.