Hi guys!

So sorry for the long wait but at lot of stuff has been happening lately and it's all consuming – not to mention I've had huge writer's block, still have actually but I'm gonna plow through it so if this sucks – me so sorry

As always Me don't own Yu-gi-oh (This was actually on the other chapters however I kept finding mistakes and reloading to change mistakes and then I always forgot to put the disclaimer back up - just a side bar)


Chapter Four:

Mokuba tried hard to hold back his giggles as Seto glared at his boyfriend from where he was bundled up in his bed. Jou just smirked as he lent against the doorframe trying hard not to laugh as Seto went into a coughing fit.

"Who would've thought – the big bad CEO bought down by a case of the flu."

"Get out," wheezed Seto.

Jou laughed a little and walked over to the bed.

"Not a chance blue-eyes. You're stuck with me until you get well."

"I don't get sick." Seto's voice was tinny and he sounded like a three year old who wanted a cookie.

"Well that's not something you're gonna be able to say again."

Seto turned away from his boyfriend causing Mokuba to lose control as he burst out laughing. Dodging a flying pillow he left his brother in Jou's capable hands.

Jou sighed as he took a seat next to Seto. "You should've told me you weren't feeling well Seto. I coulda helped out with 'Kuba at least."

"I don't need help."

"Don't be a jackass. Mokuba says you have a fever and you've been looking like crap for ages. You don't always have to be the strong guy any more."

"Don't patronize me." Seto glared at Jounouchi who glared back.

"I do not patronize you. I love you. I want you to get well, so for once in your life shut up, lay back and concentrate on getting better you asshole." Jou kissed his boyfriend on the forehead as Seto refused to look at him. "I'm gonna get you some panadol to make you more comfortable. I don't want to see you move a finger while I'm gone, and under no circumstances are you to touch your laptop."

"I don't take orders from mutts."

Jou clenched his teeth, "I'm gonna forgive that 'cause you're sick but don't push it. Why won't you just let me take care of you for once."

"And how long before the knife's in my back."

Jou stood up, pain flashing briefly in his eyes before they closed off.

"Fine, you lay there and feel sorry for yourself. I'll get the panadol and hopefully you'll be civil when I get back!" He was at the door before he heard Seto mutter behind him.

"We don't have any."

"Any what."

"Panadol."

"How the hell could the richest guy in Domino not have any panadol?"

"I just told you we don't get sick, idiot."

Jou sighed, "Fine, I'll get some from the store, no moving!"

Jou walked out of the store, medicine in hand, Seto's wallet in the other. Yugi kept telling him he needed to be more careful with his money and the little guy was right. He could have sworn he'd had some cash but then again he did buy that new card last week, and that shirt, and those shoes, and hell, he needed to be more careful with his money. He'd have to get to an ATM so he could pay Seto back. But that could wait 'til tomorrow. Maybe by now Seto had calmed down enough not to treat him like an enemy.

A flash of white and the sound of heels running caught his attention. He saw a lithe figure run into a nearby alley a group of three guys rushing after her. Placing the medicine next to the wall he took off after them. He'd grown up in alleyways, run with a gang. That girl was in a lot of trouble if he didn't help her.

He turned the corner just in time to see her fall and the three guys surround her. Her white shirt was stained with what looked like blood and her skirt was ripped up one side. One of the guys, the tallest, who greatly resembled an ox, kicked her into the wall.

"Fucking cock-sucking fag."

Jou blinked in surprise as he stopped just behind them. Fag? Oh yeah. Close up what he'd initially thought was a girl was actually a guy dressed in drag. A really hot guy dressed in drag!

The smallest in the group bent to strike him when Jou grabbed his arm from behind. "I don't think so bud."

Jou shoved the smallest into a wall knocking his head hard against the bricks – not enough to kill him; just enough to make sure Jou wouldn't have to worry about him. The ox had turned at Jou's voice and was now watching him warily. Oh yeah though Jou. It had been ages since he'd had a decent fight. Seto didn't count – he didn't want to hurt Seto, which often wound up with Seto winning and gaining the mistaken impression Jou was a lousy fighter. These guys were going down.

The ox charged at him with a yell as the middle tallest just stepped back from the fight. Jou stepped to the side as the bull thundered past grabbing him around the waist and using the momentum to swing the guy into the garbage that lined the alley. A resounding thunk echoed indicating that he too was down for the count. Jou turned to the third member and dropped his stance in shock.

"Honda?"

Honda's face was impassive as he just stared at Jou. Jou could barely believe his eyes before the guy lying on the ground groaned and snapped him out of his stupor. Quickly running to the fallen guy he checked for a pulse. It seemed okay. Gently he brushed back the locks of hair and got the second shock of the night.

"Ryou."

Jou shook his head in wonderment – since when did Ryou wear skirts? Since when did Ryou look so good in a skirt? Not the point – get on with it man. Oh damn he wasn't good in emergencies.

"Ryou, hey buddy you okay?"

"Jou?"

"Yeah, dude what happened? Where's Bakura?"

Ryou sat up gently tracing a hand through his hair searching for bumps as he tried to keep up with Jou's questioning.

"I'm okay I think," he gave a shaky laugh. "I though I was a goner for a moment there. Bakura went out with Marik tonight – something about mayhem. When those fellows started attacking me I called out for him but he's on the other side of the city. With his shadow powers restricted he can't just teleport to me. But he's coming. I just told him that I'm okay. He's really worried."

Jou smiled slightly at the small smile that crossed Ryou's face at that comment. Sometimes the albino was still a little surprised and pleased that Bakura actually worried about him. Ryou and Bakura reminded him so much of him and Seto. Leaving Ryou to rest against the wall after checking for any serious injuries Jou turned to Honda who was still standing just inside the alley.

Walking up to his oldest friend he took a deep breath and then punched him in the face.

"What the fuck did you think you were doing?"

Jou punched him in the stomach.

"This is you accepting the Yami's and Hikari's?"

Jou went to punch him in the face again when Honda caught his wrist. His face was twisted in an ugly look.

"Look at him dude, he's dressed like a fucking whore – this is way beyond destiny – that's disgusting."

Jou threw Honda offa him, "The only thing disgusting here is you, dude."

Honda stared at him in shock. "How can you protect a fucking fag like this man, I'm your best friend."

"Friend or not, Honda, the next time you want to attack a fag, attack me!"

"No way – you're not – "

"That's right old buddy – I'm gay."

"But Mai?"

"Mai's a sister to me asshole."

"There's no one. You're not - you're lying to me. Tell me you're lying to me. No friend of mine is gay!" Honda's voice rose with every word, "take it back. Take it back or I tell your Dad!"

"Like he'd give a damn about anything to do with me. Get away from me Honda. I can't look at you right now." Jou turned his head to the side furiously willing the stone mask to stay on his face.

Honda spat at Jou. "As if I'd ever want to look at a fucking fag."

Staring at Jou for a moment longer Honda sighed and then left.

Quietly Jou headed back to Ryou – the pale haired boy's eyes were wide with surprise and sympathy.

"I'm sorry Jou," he whispered.

Jou knelt down next to him, leaning against the brick wall. "It was gonna happen sooner or later."

"But it always hurts when it does."

Jou laughed bitterly.

Ryou decided to change the subject. "I didn't know you were gay?"

Jou laughed again, but this time there was warmth in it. "No one does, 'cept Yami and Yugi – and now obviously you and Honda."

"Yes, I suppose so. Are you dating anyone?"

Jou blushed, "yeah actually."

"Really? Do I know him?"

"Yeah."

"May I ask who?"

"Uh, I don't know if I should tell you."

"May I guess? It helps to deal with the pain in my head."

"Oh god – I'm such an idiot? Do you want anything – I got some panadol?"

"You carry medication with you?"

"Ah no. I just bought it. I better get it will you be okay for a bit?"

"Sure, Bakura's almost here and then I can guess who your mystery beau is."

"Sure, whatever." Jou grinned before running to retrieve his bag.

As he headed back to the alley he caught site of Bakura and Marik dashing around the corner before he heard Ryou assure them he was all right. Reaching the group he cleared his throat.

Ryou glanced up at him with a smiled. Bakura had a possessive arm around his Hikari's waist, while Marik was gently running a hand through Ryou's hair. Uncharacteristic behaviour for the Yami's but Jou was glad to see it.

"So who are you dating Jou?"

"Geez you cut right to the point don't ya?"

"Well it's the only reason Bakura hasn't taken me home yet – I want to know."

"Can't it wait until you're better?"

"No." Ryou smiled sweetly, "Is it Otogi?"

Jou face vaulted before gagging, "Oh god no. That's just sick and wrong, Ryou, sick and wrong."

"Well then the only other person I can think of is Seto."

Jou immediately blushed bright red.

"Why the hell are they the only two you can think of?"

"Actually I can't see you and Otogi together I just wanted to see your reaction. I always knew you and Seto would make a wonderful couple."

"Yeah yeah, well he's not so wonderful right now – in fact he's a pain in the ass right now. I'm outta here. He's got the flu and if I leave him alone too long he tries to get his laptop back. Hope you feel better soon and don't worry about those guys again okay. I'll spread the word that Jounouchi doesn't accept that kind of stuff. I still carry a little weight in this area."

"Thank you Jou."

"Thanks Mutt."

Jou growled at Bakura before a wicked grin crossed his face, "by the way Ryou – you look wicked hot in that miniskirt!"

Bakura blanched and went to dive for Jou while Ryou and Marik started laughing and Jou hightailed it out of there laughing his head off.


(You're really lucky – I wasn't originally going to write a fight scene cause I think I'm crap at it and I think this one turned out to simple anyway but I did it! Yeah for me – huggles.

Sorry it's so short but it's been ages since I've posted and I just had to get something up! TTFN)