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Chapter Two

Seto and Mokuba sat outside the office of the social worker, dressed in coats and scarves. Two weeks had passed since Mr. Crawford had met Mokuba, and 10 days since Seto had been introduced to Pegasus. Not a great deal was said, as both seemed to be sizing the other up. Seto was extremely distrustful of any adult that could even possibly come between him and his brother. Pegasus however was more apprehensive of having to look after a serious, intelligent boy of 10 who was infamously renowned for his sharp tongue.

However Seto had agreed to another meeting, as had Pegasus, who, after initial nervousness, seemed a great deal more relaxed. There was at least a degree of respect between them, and that was more than enough to persuade the social worker that Seto and Mokuba would be perfect for Pegasus.

Mokuba was excitedly fidgeting, gabbling happily and hanging off Seto's arm. Seto was glad to see his brother so happy, and yet anxious. They were 'been taken out' today by their new father, and Seto was concerned as to what exactly this would entail. Perhaps a museum or seeing a movie. But the idea of spending time with a man desperate for their affection was something Seto was dreading.

It wasn't that he wasn't grateful or glad to finally be leaving the orphanage; he was just...cautious. They'd been shown Mr. Crawford's record, and discovered he was incredibly wealthy and married. So why did he want to adopt the pair of them?

Seto's reverie was broken by Mokuba asking what they would do. Seto shrugged; so long as it wasn't introductions to grandparents he'd tolerated the enthusiastic man that they would soon have to call father.

"Seto, are you afraid? Only you seem...quiet." Mokuba offered. "It's alright; I'm scared too, but you're with me, so I know nothing can happen to me. Don't be afraid of Mr. Crawford, he's like a child himself."

"I'm just being cautious, Mokuba. You're trusting, but I am not. Please forgive my manners." Mokuba and Seto looked at each other before Seto embraced him closely, snuggling his head into Mokuba's wild spiky mane.

They were interrupted by the car pulling up outside; Mokuba, still being too short to see out of it, stood upon the cushions on the chair to watch their new father emerge from the car, the door being held open by a bulky security official in a suit.

"Come on now, boys, it's time to go." The smiling social worker came out her office, leading the two boys towards the entrance hall. She readjusted Mokuba's hat, the bobble falling limply to one side, looking rather bedraggled and lifeless. Seto felt a little ashamed, dressed as they were, being taken out by their new father. What if he saw them like this and changed his mind?

"Good morning, Seto, Mokuba. Are you ready to go out? He smiled widely, the stony faced security guard appearing at his side. Mokuba happily giggled, Seto merely nodded.

Pegasus clapped his hands together as Mokuba's new jacket was finished, the tailor stepping away as the fidgeting boy clambered off the stool and twirled around. Seto watched as Pegasus embraced Mokuba, pulling him close and ruffling his hair in an affectionate way.

Their Father had revealed that they were now free of the orphanage; Seto had believed it was just a trip out, but no. He watched as the social worker piled their bags into the boot of the limo and waved them goodbye. Mokuba grinned at all the others, watching gob smacked as the two unlucky brothers were whisked away.

He was glad to be escaping them. Glad to be getting away to a life that would promise so much...but why had it happened so fast? He couldn't help but feel like a tag-along, the one who was dogging Pegasus and Mokuba's legs. He wasn't jealous of Mokuba, but why was it not he who got some attention?

Pegasus had taken them to their new home, well, city residence. It was huge, filled with expensive paintings and richly decorated. They'd been allowed to share a room of have their own, and allowed to buy whatever they wanted to make it theirs. Pegasus had been disgusted at their lack of clothing, and so here they where, having them fitted in the sitting room of the house.

Seto was a little concerned at Pegasus's clingy nature; he did not seem to be able to go a minute without messing with Mokuba's hair or tucking his shirt in...it worried Seto, and he wasn't certain why. Face it, Seto; you're jealous of Mokuba and his new attention. Seto hung his head, fully aware that the little voice in his head was speaking the truth.

"Don't you look a picture, Mokuba? Why, you look so cute I could just..." He leaned down, pinched Mokuba's cheeks and kissed his forehead. Mokuba laughed and hugged him back. Seto watched apprehensively as Pegasus's hand slipped down Mokuba's back and rested on his rear.

"Don't do that! He doesn't like you touching him like that!" Seto shouted. Everyone looked up at Pegasus and Mokuba, who both looked surprised. "What are you? A child molester or something?"

Mokuba slid out of Pegasus' arms as the elder man moved towards Seto, a shocked look upon his face.

"Seto, what's wrong? I was only hugging your bro-"

"You had your hand in an add place for such an innocent hug, Mr. Crawford!" Seto spat, accusing wildly. The passive security guard in the corner, the tailor, and Mokuba himself were all looking almost appalled at Seto's accusations, staring at him as if he was mad. "What? So you all think it's right for them to be so matey after knowing each other for such a small amount of time?"

"Seto, it's alright...It was only a hug. Just like you always gave me, a hug..." Mokuba reached out and grabbed Seto's hand, holding it to his face like he always did. Seto's eyes filed with tears and he snatched it back, backing away from Mokuba.

"Like I gave you? Aren't I good enough now, Mokuba?" Seto turned on his heel and walked out, slamming the door behind him.

He didn't stop until he got to his room, flinging himself down onto the mattress. He hated crying, he hated to be seen to e weak; but he hated being so cruel to his innocent baby brother more than anything.

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