(Whoa, I never expected the rants about how it crossed over times to start in the last chapter. I thought this whole thing would start up when Serenity brought out the Polaroid. Oh well, I guess I should explain myself. Egypt, at the time of the story, is slowly going to modern times, as how any country would when the Europeans and U.S came over. But none of those came over to Egypt now)

[Oh well, hope you guys like who Anzu chose. This is all based from the reviews I have got throughout my entire story since Ch.1. So who is it?]

Goodbye:

"Child." Shadi watched in awe.

"What will the other say about this?" Bakura looked on.

Anzu pointed the finger at who she wanted to be with, her eyes staring at him for a long time. "It's you."

Yami and Marik looked at each other for a slight second before watching Anzu's finger seeing that she had pointed to Marik.

"I'm a bit confused." Bakura scratched his head. "Even if Marik did beat her senselessly, why do you think she still chose him?"

"That shouldn't be our concern Bakura." Shadi watched on.

"Poor Yami." Yugi whispered softly, his eyes on the verge of tears.

"First off Anzu," Marik's eyes looked down at his escort. "This has to be based from your own heart's desire and not from the fact that I'm your master."

Anzu nodded. "I understand Marik and this is not based on being an escort."

Yami's eyes gazed to the floor remaining in his silence. He did not stare up at her the entire time.

Yugi on the other hand started to rant uncontrollably at Anzu. "You skank! Bitch! I hope you're happy with what you've done! Playing with Yami like that…" All of a sudden, his eyes turned dull before he collapsed onto the ground. Shadi stood beside him, his fingers caressing Yugi's face.

"Don't mind the little boy's rant." Shadi's eyes bored onto Yugi's helpless body. "I'll try to distort a few things from his mind." He then picked up Yugi's body, carrying him inside. Bakura gazed at the three with solemn eyes before following Shadi.

Yami stood there for a few more minutes in silence although he kept his gaze on Anzu. He then turned around and took his leave, leaving Anzu and Marik alone in the courtyard.

Marik made his way towards Anzu, his fingers brushing her face softly. "Anzu, I just want to be sure if you were truly certain on your decision."

To this, Anzu nodded, giving him a kiss on the cheek. "I'm just upset that I broke Yami's heart." A few tears trickled down her face.

Marik watched her, understanding how she felt. He then pulled her close to him a soft embrace. "He'll understand Anzu." His head massaged her head.

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Later that night when the sky became its darkest, Yami and Yugi had packed up their things.

"Yami-kun," Yugi looked up at Yami. "Are you really sure about this? This is a bit drastic, don't you think?"

"It's for the best Yugi. Yami folded his clothes and placed it in his suitcase. "I don't know if I should explain it or not."

"Oh yeah," Yugi slammed his suitcase shut. "Where in Ra's name are we supposed to stay, huh? Have you ever thought about that?"

"I sent a telegram to Bakura's cousin Ryou." Yami remained calm. "I got a reply from him saying that there's a cozy home up in the East."

"So you're saying…" Yugi started to say.

Yami nodded. "We're moving to Cairo." He stood up. "Get the suitcases to the carriage and wait for me there." But before Yugi could protest, Yami left the room and made his way down the halls to Anzu's room. As he suspected, she was still sleeping. A small smile curled his lips as he made his way towards her bedside. His eyes looked down at her before taking out his millennium puzzle that had embraced his neck for so long and placed it right beside her. Attached to it was a piece of rolled up paper.

He was well aware that he could not stay any longer. Smoothing her hair back, he kissed her on the forehead. He noticed a smile curling her lips, causing Yami's smile to fade. Stepping back to the doorway, his eyes watched her for a few seconds more before whispering, "Goodbye Anzu." He left the room and made his way down the stairs and outside.

Yugi was already sitting on the carriage, looking up when Yami showed up. Yami stood there, gazing at what appeared to be nothing before shaking his head. Climbing on his horse, adjusting to the seat, he looked back at the palace. A few memories came back to him of the times he and Anzu had together. Smiling at the flashback, Yami nudged on the horse, as if giving the signal to go.

"Let's get going." He said softly as they rode off into the night.

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Morning slowly rose from the hills. As the sun struck Anzu, she stirred, her eyes blinking a few times, surprised to see Yami's millennium puzzle in her hand. Her eyes quickly noticed the scroll attached to it. Unrolling the parchment, she opened it only to find a letter. Quickly recognizing the handwriting, she began to read the letter.

Anzu,

As you read this, I am gone and so is Yugi. We have packed our things and have left for a place in Cairo. I just hope you do not assume that it's because to avoid you.

I respect your decision very greatly as long as you have found happiness. In any way, I still love you, even if it is as friends, no matter what path you have taken. As for the reason for moving, it was not to hurt you but I believe that at some point, we will have to move on.

Though I may despise Marik truly, I hope you two will be happy as a real couple. I am rather surprised, however, at how much Marik has changed. From all the years that I have known him, he was ruthless and deadly. No one, or at least everybody, is brave enough to work for him because he was a dangerous guy. Marik seems more open to his escorts now although knowing him, he definitely will maintain his deadly episode.

If you wonder when I'll be coming back, truth is, I will not. It's for the best if we (Yugi and I) don't. One day, we could see each other by chance but things will change. All I ask is for your happiness and your heart's desires. If you're thinking about sending me letters, you won't be able to. I have not disclosed my location to Shadi, Marik or Bakura for I wish not to receive letters (Plus, Yugi still becomes agitated at times because of the incident). I believe this letter is good enough and all you and I could have are only the memories.

I leave you my millennium puzzle. Although it may sound odd, it is yours to keep for it is the only way you could remember.

--Love Always, Yami

Anzu could not believe what she had just read in the letter. Her eyes read and re-read the letter only to come to realize she had not been dreaming. She felt a few tears streaked down her face as a flashback had hit her on how she and Yami first met.

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Flashback:

It had been about two weeks ever since Yami and Yugi came over. The night was young and she had been wandering about the halls, trying to remember which room was hers…or at least the one Marik had picked out for her.

She stopped in the middle of the hallway, looking at the doors left to right. Deciding to guess for herself, she took the curtain and opening it, she was surprised to see the former northern pharaoh inside.

Yami was quite startled to see Anzu in his room. He clasped the chain that held onto his millennium puzzle. "Miss Anzu? It's quite late…I mean, what brings you here at this hour?"

"I'm sorry," Anzu had her head down. "I must've went to the wrong room." She t urned around and was about to leave when Yami grabbed her arm.

"Please stay m'lady." Yami smiled softly. "I wouldn't mind. Plus, I could use the company."

"But what about your friend Yugi?"

"Oh don't worry about him. Shadi decided to take him around." He pulled a chair. "Have a seat."

Anzu sat on the chair Yami offered her. Her eyes roamed around his room noticing that it was slightly similar to Marik's.

"So how is being Marik's escort so far?" Yami pulled up another chair, sitting across from her.

"Marik is still training me to be more open." Anzu replied.

Arching an eyebrow, Yami gave Anzu a strange look, unsure of what to say of her answer. Suddenly, the meaning finally sank in. He released a laugh, shaking his head. "Once and always a pervert." He looked up at Anzu, smiling. His hand reached out and patted her head. "I'm very glad Marik hired you Miss Anzu. You're very nice after all."

Anzu's face turned red as the wine Serenity usually served during meal times. Her head tilted to the floor, her lips curling into a smile. "I didn't really expect you to say that. After all, I am a peasant from the Sahara and an escort to Marik."

"You couldn't possibly be a peasant." Yami could not help but stroke her face, lifting the hair out of her face.

"What do you mean?" Anzu looked up at Yami.

Yami smiled as he spoke. "You're too beautiful." He laughed softly, watching her face reddened more. Standing up, he made his way towards her. "Tell you what, I won't tell Marik that you came in here, Ra knows he'll kill me and yourself if he finds out, if you don't tell him…"

"Tell him what?"

As soon as the question slipped from her mouth, Yami leaned forward, his lips inches towards hers, whispering softly. "This…" he pressed her lips onto hers, kissing her softly.

Anzu's eyes widened as she felt his lips on hers. The feel of his lips seemed quite sweet yet relishing at the same time.

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Anzu sat there on the bed, the millennium puzzle in her hand, being dangled by the chain he wore on his neck. Her hand gently swung it left to right as if hypnotizing herself.

"Miss Anzu," a soft knock came about. Startled, Anzu nearly dropped the puzzle, looking up to see Shadi standing by the doorway.

"Miss Anzu," Shadi tilted his head to the side. "Are you all right?"

"I'm…I'm sorry Shadi." Anzu's face flushed.

"Is everything all right child?" Shadi made his way towards Anzu, spotting the millennium puzzle.

"I can't believe Yami would just leave like this." Anzu gazed at the puzzle. "I still wanted to talk to him, to let him know I'll still love him."

Shadi picked the letter from the floor, reading it. His eyes shifted to Anzu, sitting beside her. "Child, Yami knows that you still love him, even as a friend. I'm sure he didn't leave you just because you followed your heart and chose Marik."

"You know where he is now right?" Anzu's eyes looked up at Shadi. "I just want to say goodbye to him."

Shadi placed a hand on her shoulder. "Even if I do know where he and Yugi resides, I am unwilling to say. Besides, I believe Yami is right. You should move on and besides, he'll be kicking himself if he found out you are like this. The guy wishes for your happiness meaning he wants you to be happy."

"Could you do me a favor?" Anzu whispered under her breath.

Shadi nodded in reply. "But of course."

"Could you get Marik for me please?"

Silently, Shadi stood and left Anzu's room. All was silent in Marik's place. No more was the countless rants Yugi screamed to Marik or the presence of Serenity moving about the house (Shadi had done the housework, not to mention the cooking) or even Bakura, who tended to roam and stalk the halls. There were times Anzu thought Bakura was going to kill her, noticing how he at times wore the face of a killer.

Suddenly, she felt a cold hand on her shoulder. Her eyes looked up, seeing Marik beside her. He noticed the millennium puzzle in her hand before shifting his gaze towards her. "So you have noticed as well?"

Anzu nodded. "What are you going to do? Take it away from me?"

Marik was surprised at Anzu's reaction. He had the urge to reach inside his cloak and take out his millennium rod, ready to knock some sense in her. But he shook it off, resting his hands on his sides. "Anzu, it's yours now. Had I not been pharaoh, I would gladly snatch it away from you." His arms coiled around her shoulder, pulling her close to him.

Unexpectedly, Anzu shifted her body around so she could face him. Her arms wrapped around him in response, resting against him.

Marik, however, never expected this to happen, especially a day after the heartbreaking decision she had to make. Closing his eyes, he rested her head on hers, pulling her to an embrace. With fingers brushing through her hair, he whispered in her ear. "Do you still love me Anzu?"

To this Anzu nodded. "I still love you."

Marik smiled, placing butterfly kisses on her cheek. "My dear Anzu, I'm not sure if it's early or not but will you be my wife?"

Silence filled the room, the two frozen at how they are, not wanting to move for fear of ruining the sentimental moment. Finally, Anzu spoke once more.

"Yes…I'll be your wife."

Smiling, Marik backed up slightly, tilting her head back and kissed her deeply on the lips.

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[I would like to point out a mistake that I made in my A.N last chapter. The next chapter is not the last chapter. I thought it would be the last and after, an epilogue but I had second thoughts and found out the epilogue wasn't going to fit in. So yes, another two chapters to go. So sorry…[

To Be Continued