Seto: alright people we are back with more of YGO: PC, DD…
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Joey: and she still doesn't own YGO so deal with it…
Jenni: and thanks to all reviewers…
Seto: now leave us alone and read the chapter…
Chapter 9: Shadow Realms and Missing Monsters
Previously on YuGiOh: Prophecies Crumbled, Destinies Destroyed
As she came into the house, there seemed to be a heavy feeling of dread. Jade looked into the faced of her friends seeing something was wrong in their eyes.
"What's wrong?" Jade asked.
"Jenni and Seto are missing," Ryou said, "I think she's found us and is now coming after the last threat to her plans."
"No!" Jade cried out, then turned her fiery gaze onto those in the room, "I will not let her take anymore innocent lives and corrupt them."
"And how do you plan on stopping our master," a voice said behind Jade.
Now:
Jade swung around and saw Yugi, Mokuba, and Osirius standing in the doorway. The Egyptian teen instantly summoned her staff and prepared to defend the remaining free willed friends in the room.
"My sweet, sweet Sorceress I see that you have escaped the trap set for you," Osirius said in a sickly sweet voice, "But soon you shall be mine and your friends shall be slaves to our mistress."
Jade felt Jhada trying to take over, but would not allow it, "You vile creature. I will never give myself to you."
"Try to resist all you want, but in the end it will be futile," Osirius explained, "Now you have a choice surrender yourself to me or we'll use force."
"We will neveh go wit ya," Joey shouted out his fists clenched.
"Yeah, we'll also free our bud, Yug' as well," Tristin added in.
Jaded muttered under her breath, "Bakas."
Osirius just began laughing before pulling out the rod, "You'll be saying things differently when I use this."
"That's my rod, you jackass," Malik growled at the man, "And if I have to I will pry it from your cold dead hands to get it back."
"Malik No!" Ishizu yelled as the boy lunged after Osirius.
But before he could get very far Yugi held up the ring and shot a golden light towards the tombkeeper. His face took on a look of pure shock as his soul was sent to the Shadow Realm. Ishizu ran to her brother's side and also attacked the man. Yugi performed this action once more on the Egyptian woman and she too was sent to the Shadow realm. Jade, Mai, Joey, Tristin, Ryou, and Marik all stood in shock at what happened. Jade was the first to snap back to reality. She knew that she had to get everyone to safety before any more souls were sent to the Shadow Realm.
"Osirius you sick Basterd, using Yugi to do your dirty work once again is low. Even for a bottom dweller such as yourself," Jade snarled at him, "But this will be something to discuss at a later time."
With that she began chanting a spell that would transport them to the Shadow Realm. As the light faded she saw that they had made it to her deck's castle. Her companions looked a little ragged from the sudden teleportation spell. Jaded quickly ran in to find some of her monsters to help move the mortals into rooms. She quickly spied her Red-Eyes, Mystical Elf, and Dark Magician in the front hall. She grabbed the DM's wrist and drug him outside to help her get everyone inside.
"Master Jhada what is the meaning of this?" the DM asked.
"I need your help in protecting some of my friends from a vile woman out to enslave them," Jade answered, "They are waiting outside, but unfortunately two of them have had their souls sent to the Shadow Realm."
"We shall help in any way possible," her Red-Eyes said.
The group of three Duel Monsters and one mortal arrived to where the others waited. Marik was pacing angrily as he kept glancing at his lighter half. Mai was on the verge of breaking down as Joey held her to him. Tristin and Joey looked lived at the current situation. Ryou looked worried as he checked on Ishizu. When the Red-Eyes walked behind Jade, who was still pulling the Dark Magician behind her, Joey nearly passed out.
"Hey guys, you'll be staying here where my deck resides until I can figure out how to defeat Osirius and Ashtika," Jade said.
"B-but that's a real Red-Eyes B. Dragon," Joey stuttered out.
"I know, but don't worry. He's really just a pussycat in disguise," Jade said finally releasing DM's wrist, "Now Marik can you carry…"
"I'll take Malik," he said.
"Master I shall take the woman," DM said, "Now follow me."
The group followed the spellcaster into the castle and were soon led to their rooms. Malik and Ishizu were placed into one room so the healers could watch them easier. Joey made sure Mai was comfortable before heading into the study where they were to discuss their plans. Joey walked in and saw that Jade and Marik were in a heated argument.
"No, No, and once again NO! You are not going back with me," Jade yelled.
"Do you want to try and test me… as I already said, I…Am…Going… BACK…" Marik shouted back.
"You Baka, do you want to end up like your Hikari and his sister," Jhada added in when she appeared, "Because we can save you the trouble and send you ourselves."
"No I do not, but I will not sit idly by as that man takes over the world," Marik said calming down slightly.
"Then why do you insist upon returning with me," Jade asked as she also calmed down some.
"Because, you are going to need help out there," Marik simply said.
Jade just glared at the tombkeeper as Joey spoke up, "So what's goin' to happen now?"
"I'm returning to the mortal realm to find Shadi and this supposed help," Jade said dryly, "As soon as I figure out what this fortune teller was talking about."
"What do you mean?" Ryou inquired.
"Well I um…stumbled upon this fortuned teller's place and she told me "that the man in white is now in shadows"…and that "…someone seeks me in the Land of the Kings"…" Jade explained, "But then her shop disappeared leaving n empty alley."
"Okay it sounds like they already have Shadi, but in the Land of Kings I have no clue…" Ryou said.
"The Land of Kings…Land of… Valley of the Kings…" Marik exclaimed, "The ones seeking you out are in the Valley of the Kings."
"Isn't the Valley of the Kings just empty tombs and sand," Joey said.
"There's more to that place than just what's written in school books and seen on TV," Marik said nonchalantly.
"Let me guess, you know all the secrets," Jade responded.
"In fact I do," Marik said smiling at the girl's frustration.
"Grrr… fine. You and Ryou are coming with me…" Jade snapped out, "Joey you are to stay here with Tristin and Mai."
"Bu-But…" Joey began but stopped when he saw her look, "Alright."
"We leave now for the Valley of the Kings, but you need to listen to me no matter what is said," Jade said, "Right now you two are at a strict disadvantage without your items."
"Yes Mom…" Marik said sarcastically.
Ryou just nodded his head in agreement. Jade began her spell and they arrived on the outskirts of the Valley. Marik took up the lead and walked towards one of the previously explored tombs. Jade felt a familiar presence in the tombs. The trio continued further until Marik motioned for them to stop.
"Marik someone familiar in inside," Jade said.
"I'll check it out. Stay here," Marik said before running into the tomb.
Soon a shout could be heard followed by swearing in Egyptian. Jade headed into the darkened tomb followed by Ryou. As they headed towards where the shouts and swearing originated from Jade was uttering about 'Baka yamis thinking they know everything'. Soon they reached a chamber that was lit by torches on hieroglyph covered walls. Jade burst into laughter at what she saw in the room. Ryou tried his best to not laugh at the unfortunate Egyptian's predicament. Marik laid on the floor with a white robed woman who was perched upon his back. Another robed man stood above them holding a staff with a glowing crimson stone atop it. Jade watched the man and realized that she recognized him.
"Tai?!" Jade exclaimed.
The spellcaster narrowed his eyes, "How do you know me?"
"I know you because I was destined to carry your card with me," Jade responded.
The woman suddenly recognized who Jade was, "Master Jhada?"
"Sakura, what are you saying? She cannot be our…" Tai began, but looked closer as Jade removed her veil, "Master Jhada…"
"How is it that you are here?" Jade asked.
"Could someone tell this baka onna to get off me," Marik said from under Sakura.
Sakura hit him upside the head, "When you learn proper manners in how to treat women."
Marik once again swore in Egyptian trying in vain to get the woman off his back. Sakura would only glare at him, waiting on Jade to give the okay to get off him. Ryou just watched amusement dancing in his eyes. Tai walked over to the female Egyptian and bowed in respect. Jade blushed crimson at the attention.
"Um…Tai how is it that you are here in the mortal realm," Jhada questioned.
"All I remember is an Egyptian man coming into the castle…" Tai began but Jade interrupted.
"Let me guess; turban, white robe that looks like a dress, gold key around his neck, talks in puzzles," Jade interjected.
"Yes that's him. Do you know of him?" Tai said.
"I'll say we do. His name is Shadi," Marik said from the floor, "Now will you please get OFF ME!!!"
"Sakura go ahead and let him up," Jade said.
"A-are you sure?" Sakura asked scared suddenly of the Egyptian teen under her.
"Go ahead, he won't touch you. Right Marik," Jade said.
"Yeah, yeah… I promise," he said.
Sakura got up from the Egyptian and moved to stand by her brother. Marik got up and glared at the female spellcaster as he stalked towards Ryou's side.
"Master Jhada if you know this man, then you should know why we have become mortals," Tai said.
"I believe I do know. The world is in peril once again, but this time from the Pharaoh himself," Jade told him.
"Impossible. The Pharaoh would never…" Tai began, but stopped when he noticed how serious Jade looked, "Please explain how this has come to pass."
"It's a long story, but I shall explain it all," Jade said.
Soon Jade began telling all that has occurred.
YUGIOH…YUGIOH…YUGIOH…YUGIOH…YUGIOH…YUGIOH…YUGIOH…
Ashtika paced angrily in her chambers as Osirius, Yugi, and Mokuba bowed before her. She soon stopped when Anubis came in dragging Shadi's soulless body behind him. He bowed to her as he offered the Millennium Key to Ashtika. She took it and turned on the other three.
"Osirius explain to me why I still have two Hikaris, the Pharaoh's sister, her reincarnation, and one Yami still on the loose," Ashtika said waiting for his answer.
"My master, when we arrived we caught Seto Kaiba and the American off guard. They are here for you to torture at you're convenience," Yugi said, "But I was forced to send the Ishtar's to the shadow realm."
"And what of the rest… why and how did they escape," Ashtika demanded staring at Osirius.
"The Sorceress was too quick for us. She performed a hasty teleportation spell," Osirius said.
"And where did they end up…" she said.
"We have been unable to track them," Osirius said once more.
Ashtika's eyes flashed in barely restrained anger, "Get away from my sight. I have had enough of your failures."
"My love, perhaps torturing our two prisoners will prove worth while," Yami purred into her ear.
"I think it shall," Ashtika responded, "Now leave me."
Yugi, Mokuba, and Osirius left the room quickly realizing they had just barely escaped with their lives. Anubis removed the Egyptian into a cell before continuing to search for the missing mind slaves. Yami led Ashtika down the hallway to where Seto's cell is. He went in followed by Ashtika. Seto Kaiba glared at them from where he was chained to the wall. The enchantress walked to the CEO and caressed his cheek. The teen tried to fight her, but received a stinging slap to the face.
"My dear CEO, I see that you have much spirit, but also a dark half as well," Ashtika began, "I believe I can alleviate that problem for you."
"Stay away from me, you vial beast," Seto growled at her.
Yami punched Seto in the stomach causing the teen to struggle to breath, "Watch your mouth in front of my future queen."
Seto could only glare at the pair as he struggled to regain his breath. Ashtika set both her hands on Seto's head and began feeding magic into him. He felt his darker half being torn from his very being as they became two separate entities. Seto cried out as the pain increased until it became blinding. The young CEO passed out from the pain before the spell completed itself. Soon Ashtika removed her hands from his head and saw Sorcerer Seto now lying unconscious on the ground. Yami chained him to the wall next to Seto befoe leaving the cell.
"My love what will you do to them next?" Yami inquired.
"When they wake I shall seduce them, making them our willing slaves," Ashtika told Yami, "Now send someone to take care of the American. Bring her to my chambers."
"Yes my love," Yami said as he walked towards Yugi's cell.
The ex-pharaoh entered into his aibou's cell and saw the teen watching him enter. Yami approached carefully so as to not startle the violet eyed duelist. Yugi stood and bowed to his darker half.
"My Lord, what has brought you to my chambers?" Yugi asked in a monotone voice.
"Go to the American's cell and treat her wounds," Yami began, "Then take her to the master's room."
Yugi bowed once again before leaving the room. The smaller duelist did not notice that Yami was beginning to fight the spell. Even though he could do something's of his own accord, he wasn't free to leave the mansion or Ashtika's complete control. Yugi entered into the cell and Jenni woke to see her friend coming in. Yugi undid the chains so he could treat her bleeding wrists. Jenni winced as the disinfectant touched the open wounds.
"Yugi," Jenni said quietly.
Yugi just continued to clean the wounds not acknowledging her at all.
Jenni decided to try and break the spell, "Yugi please come back to me. Come back to the light and allow me to heal your heart."
Yugi's eyes flickered briefly with recognition before going blank once again. Jenni saw this and became hopeful that she can break the spell.
"I'm sorry Yugi for hurting you before, but please snap out of it. I can't go on without you. You are my stone pillar that I rely on," Jenni said as tears fell from her eyes and onto his hand.
"J-Jenni," Yugi said quietly before going silent once again.
"Yugi?!" Jenni cried out, but he didn't respond this time.
Jenni removed her bandaged wrists from Yugi's hands before setting her hand on his cheek. The American girl bent down and pressed her lips to his. At first he did not respond, but soon he began kissing back. When Yugi broke the kiss he looked into Jenni's eyes and hugged her tight.
"Yugi?" Jenni asked quietly in case he returned under the spell.
"Hai…thank you. You released me from her spell, but now I have to get us out of here," Yugi told her, "At least I can reduce her Millennium Item collection down. I have the ring and eye on me and we can get the key on the way out."
"Alright then, lead the way," Jenni said as she stood painfully.
Yugi helped Jenni from the cell and went into another room. Yugi spotted the key sitting on a desk. He grabbed it and the two teens slowly escaped from the mansion. Once outside of the gates they now had to figure out where to hide.
"Yugi, just leave me. I can barely walk and you need to escape," Jenni said suddenly.
"Iie… I'm not leaving you behind. Besides I couldn't bare the guilt of you getting captured once again," Yugi said, "Climb onto my back."
"But…" Jenni began, but then did as she was told.
They started in the direction of the museum to hopefully meet up with someone who could help them. As they passed Kaibaland Bakura approached them. Yugi backed away trying to figure out how to get away from the spirit of the ring. Bakura pulled out his deck and continued to approach the teens.
"Little Yugi. Give yourself back to our master," Bakura said.
"No!" Jenni yelled as she stepped painfully in front of Yugi.
"Back off girl, this is between me and Yugi," Bakura said.
"I won't let you hurt him," Jenni said as she painfully moved forward.
"Jenni please. I can handle this," Yugi said.
"But Yugi…" Jenni began, but stopped by the look in his eyes, "Just be careful."
"I will," Yugi said stepping in front of Jenni, "Yami Bakura I challenge you to a Yami no Game."
Jenni: oh look another cliffy…
Seto: I'm amazed… the mini-pharaoh challenged Yami no Bakura to a Yami no Game… amazing…
Mokuba: and thanks again everyone for the reviews… and remember 3-5 will hopefully (baring any natural disasters) get another chappie typed up…
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