Kaya: Thanks to Dreaming of Everything, DojomistressAmbyChan, Malik and Kaiba, Tormented Innocence, ShadowVixen, animeroxz, Isama Ruu, Sailor Charon, and AnimeFantasy Fan for reviewing!

Kaya: Here are the final scores!

Cherry Blossoms and Blood – 15

Seto Ishtar – 11

Mew Counter Force – 3

Sanu: Cherry Blossoms and Blood wins!

Kaya: For everyone who voted, thank you! If you didn't get the one you picked, I'm sorry but this is what the majority of the people wanted! I hope you enjoy CBAB anyway! And I guarantee you that I'll write SI at one point! I don't know if I'll write MCF or not…still thinking on it!

Bakura: Can we get on with this fic?

Kaya: Hold on! Also, in this fic yen (the currency in Japan) will be used. I'm not sure on the exact equivalent to American dollars, but in this fic 100 yen - $1.00. (ex. 300 yen - $3.00, 1500 yen - $15.00)

Sheekin: Alright, let's get this fic started!

Anzu: Kaya does not own Yu-Gi-Oh!

Kaya: Yeah I'm lucky for even owning this computer!

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Chapter 13 – Money Makes the World Go Round

Anzu counted her savings and sighed. I'm nearly broke again…where did all that money go? Damned shop-a-holic that I am! she thought angrily, realizing her yen count was only 1400. She groaned and threw her wallet back into her purse, and ran her fingers through her hair. She always did that when she was nervous or worried.

It had been a week since the heated almost-led-to-sex moment with Bakura, and Anzu was wondering if they would have one of those again. She had never thought about sex a lot before, but now it was attacking her mind. She decided she was ready for it, whenever it would come. But for now, she decided not to pester herself or Bakura about it.

"Just great, the time I realize the one thing I want is going to be gone by the end of the week, I have no money," she grumbled out loud. "Something wrong Anzu?" asked Bakura, who was sitting on the seat opposite her. They were at an outdoor café, enjoying the morning sun with some ice cold and sweet frappachinos. Anzu sighed. "I have no money, and there's something that I really want," she said. "What is this thing you want?" Bakura asked. "It's a half necklace that's a silver triangle. It's really pretty and I love it! But it's totally expensive," she said. "How much?" Bakura asked interestedly. "55700 yen."

Bakura spat out the cool coffee blend in his mouth, choking. "Are you kidding me? That much? Has anyone put on an order for it yet?" he asked. Anzu shook her head, wiping up his mess with a napkin. "No, otherwise they wouldn't be trying to sell it. No one's buying it, that's why they are going to throw it out by the end of the week." Bakura looked at Anzu's sullen face. Oh man, she looks ready to cry! What am I supposed to do? I've saved up 12500, but that's still not enough! I could borrow from Ryou or something and pay him back…or I could 'conveniently forget' to pay him back…alright, get out of swindler mode, he thought. He looked over at the calendar tacked on the side of the café. The end of the week is in two days…I've got two days to get that necklace…well, best start now. In fact, I think I know exactly who to turn to for money…all I need to do is just go and find…

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"Seto Kaiba!" yelled a voice from Ishizu's room. Kaiba groaned and climbed back up the marble stairs, panting from all the running around he had to do. "Yes, Ishizu?" he asked, reaching her room. A crack in the door was open. He peered through it, and went red.

Ishizu was wearing a tan spaghetti-strap shirt, with the skinny sleeves fallen down under her shoulders. She was wearing nothing to cover up her bottom, except for panties, which were modeling her behind quite nicely. Her long hair was devoid of jewelry, and it swept down her body so beautifully. Kaiba went red, backing up from the doorway. "U-Um, w-what do you n-need?" he asked, stuttering quite a storm. "I need to ask if you've seen my bra anywhere?" she asked, not sounding embarrassed at all. Kaiba, however, began to choke on air. She must always be asking Odeon and Marik where her undergarments are…Kaiba thought, blushing. "Um, do you w-want me to c-check the laundry room? It's q-quite big but I'm sure I-I'll find it," he said. "Thank you very much, and after I'm dressed, we can begin work. Unless you haven't eaten breakfast yet?" she inquired. "I have. Well, I'll go and find that bra of yours now," the embarrassed CEO said, rushing off.

Ishizu began to comb her hair with a fine golden brush. Her favorite color was gold, but she was not crazed with being rich. She always thought that money was precious, and even having a small sum is good enough for all. Was it improper asking Seto for my bra? After all, he doesn't have any sisters, so I'm sure I embarrassed him quite…well, he'll have to get used to it anyway. I've lived with him a week, and by gods does he have an interesting schedule. I wish I knew how he can get so much done in one day, she thought.

The cell phone on her nightstand rang. Ishizu grabbed the phone and answered it. "Ahlan wa sahlan?" she asked. "It's Marik," said the voice over the phone. Ishizu's eyes lit up. "Marik? Sabaah el kneer!" she said. "Sabaah el nuur," Marik replied. "So, how are you doing brother? Is there something you needed to ask me? Do you now how worried sick I've been after you left home leaving only a note! I thought you banded together with Malik and went evil again!" Ishizu replied. Marik chuckled. "No, I think I'm through with that. But, is it true you're staying over at the great Seto Kaiba's house?" Ishizu smiled. "Why, yes I am." Marik burst out laughing on the other side of the phone. "What is so funny?" Ishizu asked, perplexed. "Oh come one Ishizu, do you know what everyone's going to think about this?" Marik replied. "No, do enlighten me, brother." "People are going to think you and Kaiba have a relationship!"

Ishizu nearly dropped the cell. "What on earth do you mean? We do not have any relationship gong on at all!" she said, feeling quite offended. "Gods, Ishizu, you don't have to sound like it's the end of the world. Besides, I think he's the one who's drooling over you," Marik said. "How would you think this?" Ishizu asked, frowning. "Did you see him on the news yesterday when the reporters were asking him if you were staying there? He was redder than a phoenix," Marik said, amused. Ishizu chuckled. "I highly doubt he finds me attractive. It's Seto Kaiba, I'm not trying to be insulting, but he is not very much of a man when it comes to love." Marik grinned over the phone, glad Ishizu couldn't see him. "I think you like Kaiba. Ma'a elsalama!" he said, hanging up before Ishizu could even open her mouth.

Ishizu stood there with the cell still against her ear. She growled. "Marik you little tyrant…" she said. Suddenly, the cordless phone on her bedside table rang. She put down the cell and picked up the main phone. "Marik do you honestly think I like Seto Kaiba? He is hardly the man for me I swear if you release any information like that to the public you are—" "Um, Ishizu?" asked the voice on the end of the line. It wasn't Marik.

Ishizu flushed slightly. "Oh, Bakura, Izzayak?" she asked, feeling silly. "I'm fine, Shukran," Bakura said. "So, what were you saying about Kaiba?" he asked slyly, grinning. Ishizu shuddered. "Nothing that concerns you, Bakura. So, what did you need?" "I need to borrow 43200 yen from Seto Kaiba." Ishizu blinked. "Well, I can't help you with that, but I could get Seto for you."

"Ishizu, I found it for you," Kaiba said from outside the door, throwing in a tan bra. Sure enough, the cup size was D. "Thank you Seto," she said. "Give him the phone, Ishizu!" Bakura commanded. Ishizu groaned. "Fine already. Seto! Phone for you," Ishizu said, handing him the phone through the crack in the door. She then continued stripping off her top and putting on her bra, then putting on an outfit no one would have expected she would wear.

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"Who is this?" Kaiba asked, walking down to the lounge room. "It's Bakura," Bakura answered. "Oh, what do you want?" Kaiba asked, who had thought it was a business call. "Wow, you're little mister sweetie pie, aren't you? I need to make you an offer," Bakura said slyly. "What is it? I don't have all day," Kaiba said, annoyed. "Well, I actually need to borrow 43200 yen," he said. Kaiba raised his eyebrow. "Excuse me? I don't give out money to just any person," he said. "Now if you'll excuse me, I'm going to hang up now." "Don't hang up just yet," Bakura said. "I said I was going to make you an offer, and you will get something out of this little deal as well. Do not doubt me," Bakura said, smirking. "Alright, you've got three seconds to give me a good enough deal." Bakura sighed. "Well, I guess if you're going to be so rash, then I might as well not give you some artifacts that could be quite useful to you."

Kaiba's eyes grew wide. "But, if you don't want to be patient for once and make this deal, then I guess I could just hang up right now," Bakura said. "No, wait! Don't hang up!" Kaiba said. "Oh, so you're willing to accept?" Bakura asked, grinning. "Yes, fine," Kaiba said, sighing. "Ok. I have a whole bunch of papyrus scripts that are dated probably around five thousands years back. I can read them, and I think they might be of interest for you," Bakura said. "Fine. I'll give you the 43200 yen you want, and you give me those papyrus scrolls. But why do you want such a crazy sum of money?" Kaiba asked. "That, Kaiba, is my business only. Oh, and good luck with wooing Miss Ishtar," Bakura said, clicking the phone off.

"…Wooing? Bakura you jackass why would I need to woo her! I don't like Ishizu and I NEVER WILL!" Kaiba said, growling.

"Who wouldn't like me now?" Ishizu asked, walking out of the room right across from him. Kaiba went red. "Oh, um, nothing of importance!" he said. His mouth dropped open. "Ishizu what are you wearing?"

Ishizu was, in fact, wearing a very interesting outfit. She had on a red tank top that covered her belly, denim shorts, pointed sunglasses, and flip flops. Her hair was tied up in a ponytail, and she was wearing a golden necklace.

Kaiba gulped. "Ishizu…" Ishizu smiled. "I decided to try something different. I may not usually wear outfits like this, but that doesn't mean I shouldn't let loose a bit, don't you think? Oh, how do I look?" she asked. Kaiba nodded. "Very, um…nice. Uh, could you come to the back with me? I need to make a withdrawal," he said. "Oh, of course. We need to begin our research right after," she said, stretching, her breasts going up slightly. Kaiba turned around to keep from getting an erection. This is getting to be a nicer experience than I thought!

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Kaya: The end!

Sanu: That's all there really is to say, actually.

Kaya: Pretty much, 43200 yen is the equivalent of $432, so the necklace is kind of expensive for a regular high schooler. For Seto Kaiba however, he probably has that much in his pocket!

Sheekin: No duh.

Kaya: Ahlan wa sahlan means hello in Arabic, Sabaah el kneer and Sabaah el nuur both mean good morning (Sabaah el nuur is the response) in Arabic, and Izzayak is the feminine term for how are you in Arabic.

Sheekin: Only Ishizu, Marik, Odeon, and Bakura know how to speak Arabic in this fic.

Kaya: R and R! And thanks again for the votes!