Zypher: Here I am and with a new story like I promised. So enjoy my newest story, Sunset's Rose.

Summary: In Pyre's Gulch, Yugi and his friends lived there with a wealthy bank but no crimes. They get bored with the peaceful town. But a secretive band of outlaws came to the town planning to rob said bank. But when they meet, the leader has another prize in mind and he isn't planning to let the Desert Bandits or the Ghouls take them for themselves.

Sunset's Rose

Chapter 1

Pyre's Gulch, a beautiful town that was also home to one of the best well kept banks known to anyone. But there was only one thing that was wrong about said town; it was too peaceful.

Yugi walked out from the general store, sighing softly as he look at the peaceful town. 'Malik is right, this town is so peaceful that even I'm getting tired of it.' Yugi thought as he headed into the small home next door where his two friends, Ryou and Diamond lived. He saw Jou and Kaiser cleaning up the place which was surprising.

"Hey Jou, where's Ryou and Diamond?" Yugi asked. "Diamond went on sheriff duty and Ryou went to work at the bank." Jou said as he placed the broom away. "Darn, just missed them then." Yugi murmured as he sat in one of the chairs. "Yugi, Malik invited us to go out riding, would you like to come?" Kaiser asked.

"Sure. Malik was right about here. It seems to be so boring without any outlaws or bandits coming to rob the place."

"We know how you feel, Yugi. We have one of the best banks here and yet nothing comes but the tumbleweed." Jou said as they walked out, Kaiser making sure the door was locked.

"Wait here, you guys. I need to go and get Hikari." Yugi said as he left to head back to the general store stable and get his horse, a beautiful white mare with a spot above her left foreleg that looked like a star. She neighed softly as Yugi saddled her up. "Ready to head out, Hikari?" Yugi asked and she nodded. He mounted her after he opened the latch and Hikari pushed open the door, heading outside.

Jou was already on his Bashkir Curly breed, Storm. Kaiser sat on his brown and white paint, Crème. "Ready to go, Yugi?" Jou asked and he nodded. They both left and went to meet Malik and Topaz at their usual meeting spot.

Outside the town on a low plateau, a group of outlaws watched. "So, that's Pyre's Gulch. Not much of an eventful town, is it?" A white haired rider said from the back of his black and white thoroughbred. A tri-colored haired man sat on his rare black Akhal-Teke stallion. "Yes, not many outlaws or bandits come here but this town is grand for it's bank deposit." The tri-colored haired male said.

"So, what's the plan here?"Another male asked, platinum blond hair spiked up in many directions as he stood beside his golden chestnut Halflinger. "Shouldn't we at least go down and check out the town? Seeing as none of the sheriffs know about our band, we should be safe." A ruby red sphinx said, his Missouri Fox Trotter nodding his head in agreement.

"I agree with Ruby. Come on, at least while we're checking the place out, we can make sure that the Ghouls or the Desert Bandits aren't there as well." The tri-colored haired male said once more and they galloped off into the small town.

When they met up with Malik and Topaz, they left and went to the small clearing that was a few yards away from the city, past the old stead where a family used to live before they moved. "So Yugi, did your grandfather ever think about moving out from Pyre's Gulch?" Topaz asked.

"He said that he might. He likes the town but he think he may have better business somewhere else like Meke Town or Rica. I hate to leave you guys here's but he made his decision and we may leave in a month or less." Yugi said. Jou sighed. "It won't be as fun without you here Yugi. You're normally the happy one of the group." Jou said. "I know, that's what going to make it so hard to leave. You guys have been the greatest friends ever since we met." Yugi said, tears coming to his eyes silently.

Hikari neighed softly, wanting to comfort her rider. When they reached the small clearing, they dismounted and Storm and Crème went to graze. Hikari walked over to Yugi and nuzzled him softly. Yugi patter her snout and she neighed again. "I wish I didn't have to leave. I haven't even found the right person that I would like to be with. What happen if he shows up in town but I'm not here to meet him? I would feel so overwhelmed with sadness." Yugi said.

"Don't worry, Yugi. we'll help you. We'll make sure that the man that you have been waiting for will come to you before you move." Malik said and Yugi smiled. "Thanks guys." Yugi said.

When they came into town, Bakura, Marik, Crimson and Toben headed straight for the bar. Yami sighed. "Seto, Ruby, go and make sure they don't drink too much. The last thing we need from those four is a shootout and alert the people." Yami said and they nodded as they followed them.

Aqua walked up beside him. "So, what are we going to do?" Aqua asked. "Well, other than checking out the bank to know about what security we need to worry about, we need some more supplies. I'll head to the general store and you head to the bank. Report back at the bar." Yami said and he nodded as Shadow, his own black and white Akhal-Teke trotted of towards the bank.

Yami made his way towards the general store and dismounted off of Kuroi's back and tied his reins to the post. "I'll be back, Kuroi. Just need to get some supplies." Yami said and the stallion nodded. He left him and walked inside, catching the attention of Solomon who was checking the inventory.

"Oh, hello there. I almost mistaken you for my grandson for a second there. These old eyes fail me more each day." Sugoroku said. Yami was curious now. "Really? I never thought I would hear that I was similar to someone." Yami murmured.

"Yeah, surprisingly you're like my grandson but there are a few differences between you and him." Sugoroku said. "Well, I came here to get some supplies but while I'm here, would you mind telling me a little about your grandson?" Yami asked.

It was getting close to dusk and Diamond was now off her shift from the bank. "Man, after a long day of work, all I need is a good rest." Diamond said, taking her hat off and fanning herself. It was hot earlier today and being stuck on duty in a stuffy bank house wasn't her idea of fun. "Well, at least Ryou was there to keep me company." She said and went to head over to Nikki, her white Lipizzaner. "Well, girl. Time to head home." Diamond said as she mounted onto her back and she trotted back home.

In the bar, Crimson sat, watching as Marik and Bakura staged a drinking contest. He looked out the small window and gaped when he saw Diamond trot by. 'Well, there a pretty girl you don't see everyday.' Crimson thought. "Hey, Seto! I'm going out!" Crimson called as he jumped off the bar stool. "Fine, just don't get yourself caught with the wrong people or Yami will have your head." Seto said.

He nodded as he placed his hat back on. "Don't worry about it. I'll be fine and I'll make sure the gang isn't found out by the sheriff." Crimson said as he left out. Vandar looked to him, snorting softly. "Can it, Vandar." Crimson said as he untied the crème Holsteiner. He snorted again and trotted off in the direction Diamond and Nikki went to.

As it started getting closer to night, Yugi, Jou, Malik, Kaiser and Topaz started heading back. "Well, I'll see you guys tomorrow then. Maybe Diamond will be off duty then." Yugi said and they nodded. "See you, Yugi!" They called as they headed home. Yugi walked beside Hikari as they came up to the general store. 'Hmm, that odd. I wonder who's here?' Yugi thought when he saw the black stallion in front of the store. He place her back into her stable before heading inside.

His grandfather looked up when he came in. "Ah, Yugi. Glad you're back. Someone is here to meet you." Sugoroku said. Surprised, Yugi followed him. What he saw shocked and awed him. "Hello, Yugi. Your grandfather has told me a lot about you and I couldn't help but stay and meet you myself."

Yugi smiled shyly and waved to him. "Well, I'll leave you two alone to get acquainted more, I need to get ready to close up the shop for today." Sugoroku said as he left out the room, leaving the two of them alone. Yugi went to sit down at the table, looking down shyly. "So what's your name?" Yugi asked. "I'm Yami. I'm glad that I was able to meet you today, little one." Yami said with a smile, causing Yugi to blush lightly.

'Could he be the person I'm looking for?' Yugi thought as he conversed with Yami until he had to leave. They stood by the door quietly. "Well, I hate having to say goodbye to you but my friends might be wondering where I am right now and no need for me to worry them. I hope I can see you again tomorrow."

Yugi nodded. "Sure, maybe I can introduce you to my friends." Yugi said with a soft smile. "That would be nice. Maybe I can drag my own friends along too." Yami said as he left out the door but not without kissing Yugi lightly on his forehead.

Yugi blushed even more as he saw Yami ride off. 'I can't deny it now. Guess it's love at first sight but he seems like the venturing type. I can't get too attached to him or else my heart will be broken when he leaves, better yet his if he stays until the day I leave.' Yugi thought sadly as he closed the door and went up to his room.

Crimson lost track of Diamond a while back so he headed back to the bar. Seto looked up when he saw him come inside. "Done with your errands that fast, Crimson?" Ruby asked. Crimson snorted and sat down. "Yeah, be a shame when we leave this town." Crimson said. Bakura looked over to him. "And why's that?" he asked. Just then, Yami walked in, Aqua following behind.

"Because I think we may be able to find something else more worthy than money here." Yami said. 'And I will make sure the Desert Bandits or the Ghouls don't get their hands on Yugi or his friends.' Yami thought.

Zypher: There, that's the end to chapter one. Yes I may have use the names that may sound familiar for the two rival gangs that are against Yami'sbut due to a shortage on name ideas, those were the only one I could think of. Hope you will review to this one.