Yugi: Well we're back with yet another installment of YGO and the WoT
Ginny: (walks in) Hey Yugi where's JK…
Yugi: missing, just like the others…
Ginny: oh (pulls out a reviewer list) anyways we would like to thank…
White Phoenix Eternal: thanks for the review and here's the reactions…just continue to read…
sailor-z-360: I know made him grow up a little didn't I… I have a picture of that I drew of him older if you want I can email it to you… just check my profile for the email or leave your email in your next review…
Sorceress Vanessa: here's the next update and I hope that the muse/author thief has left you and Vanessa alone… anyways your character is coming up soon in the coming chapters so continue to read…
Yugi: Um… Ginny have you seen Mokuba…
Ginny: nope, just the bound and gagged Bakura there…
Hermione: (storms into the room) where is he…
Bakura: Mmph…
Hermione: (runs to Bakura and glares at Yugi and Ginny) how dare you take my boyfriend from me…
Bakura: (unbound) I'll get that freak yet (grabs torture tools and leaves the room)
Yugi: (sweat drops) okay that was random…
Hermione: (running after Bakura) JK doesn't own us or YGO so just deal with it…
Ginny: here's the next chapter…
Chapter 3
Soon the sun rose signaling the start of a new day. Yami rolled over in bed and tried to figure out where he was and why he was there. Soon he heard a familiar British accented voice calling out that breakfast was ready. The former pharaoh groaned as he tried to return back to the world of sleep. He fell back to sleep for a few more hours, but Mokuba came in and prevented anymore time by removing his covers. Yami shot into a sitting position as the cold air hit his warm skin. He got out of bed and went to the shower to get ready for the day. A half hour later he emerged wearing cargo shorts, a crimson sleeveless shirt with a cartouche meaning pharaoh on the front, black leather sandals and his hair pulled under a tan bandana.
Yami stepped into the kitchen and realized it was almost noon. Seto had just come in from the back patio where he set up the grill for lunch. Ryou and Draco were currently cutting up onions, lettuce, and tomatoes for the burgers that were being prepared by Bakura and Marik. The ancient spirit stole a tomato slice and dodged a flying hand towel sent by Draco. Yami went outside to see Malik setting up the tables with plates, cups, and napkins. Yami began grabbing bags of chips, cokes, and condiments to place on the buffet table. Soon the patio had a festive feel to it and Yami smiled sadly to himself realizing that today was his aibou's birthday.
The teen would be eighteen today and able to enter the world of adulthood. Malik saw the sadness wash over Yami's face and went to his side, placing a comforting hand on his shoulder. Yami smiled in thanks at the young Egyptians concern, before moving towards the kitchen. Seto walked in carrying a cake that he refused to allow anyone to see yet. Soon the group made their way to the back yard to wait for Sai and her friend's arrival. The maid came outside announcing the arrival of Seto's guests. Seto excused himself and went into the front room. He saw Sai and Yugi waiting for him.
"Good…You made it. You didn't give Grandpa a heart attack did you?" Seto asked good heartedly.
"No I didn't," Yugi responded, "And Snuffles went to the Order's headquarters to speak with everyone there and Karim is in the Shadow Realm speaking with Mahaado to answer you unasked questions."
"Okay now you worry me… Now how do you want to do this?" Seto asked.
"Let Sai go in first, I'll follow covered in my cloak," Yugi told the two.
"By the way Happy Birthday," Seto said smiling and handing the 18 year old a box.
Yugi opened the box and found a card locket within exactly like his and Mokuba's. The crimson-amethyst eyed child opened it and found a picture of the group together and one of Grandpa Mutou, Sai, and Yami. Yugi put it on and offered the CEO his hand. Seto rolled his eyes and hugged the boy instead.
"Don't tell anyone about the hug," he said.
"Not a word. Now let's get going before someone gets curious and seeks you out," Yugi said.
Seto walked back to the patio followed closely by Sai and a cloak covered Yugi. The teen CEO went out first and told Marik and Bakura to start the burgers. Sai came out after a few minutes and saw that Yami was looking extremely depressed. The Egyptian girl quickly went back into the kitchen to speak with Yugi first.
"Hey Sai what's the matter?" Yugi asked.
"Contact Yami through the mind link. He's so depressed it's making me feel sad," Sai said removing the puzzle from her neck.
"Very well," Yugi placed the golden item around his neck and felt the link recreate itself, "Sai go back outside. I'm going to talk to Yami for a few first."
"Sure…good-luck brother," Sai said before walking outside once again.
/Yami?/ Yugi asked through the newly reopened link.
/Yugi?!/ Yami asked shocked.
/Yes, can you meet a friend of mine and Sai's in the den of Kaiba's home?/ Yugi asked his dark half.
/How did you know I was at Kaiba's?/ Yami asked.
/Sai informed me so I could tell our friend/ Yugi said.
/Oh…/ Yami responded some what down at the prospect that his light was not there.
/Yami?/ Yugi asked.
/Yes Aibou, I'll meet your friend/ Yami said.
/Thank you my dark/ Yugi said disabling the link.
Yami rose from the table seeing everyone preoccupied. He went into Kaiba Manor heading towards the den and the arranged meeting. As Yami came into the den he saw the back of an older, taller person covered by a cloak. Yugi felt his darker half come into the room and sit down on one of the couches. The crimson-amethyst eyed teen walked over to the couch, making sure to keep his face and eyes shadowed. He sat down next to Yami waiting for him to begin. Yami shifted uncomfortably on the couch, feeling a strange, but yet comfortable aura coming from this strange person.
"Um…I was told… er … asked to meet you," Yami began, "My name's Yami."
Yugi stayed silent for a moment before answering, "I know…"
"Yo-you do? How? I…we haven't met before," Yami said.
"We have, but long ago. I've known you for many years," Yugi said.
"Explain yourself," Yami said cautiously.
"How about if I show you first," Yugi said.
The eighteen year old rose from the couch and removed his cloak. With the cloak removed, it revealed the slender teen dressed in black cargo pants, a dark navy blue sleeveless shirt, boots, and his customary low pony-tail. His eyes were once again outlined in kohl giving his innocent eyes a mysterious look. Yami could only stare at the teen in front of him as if he had seen a ghost. Yugi gave the Egyptian spirit a small grin waiting on his reaction. The Egyptian pharaoh jumped to his feet and gathered Yugi into his arms. Yugi felt Yami's tears soaking into his shirt as the dark cried tears of joy.
"Yami?" Yugi started as his darker half released him.
"Yugi…I can't believe after all this time… why now?" Yami began, "I'm grateful you have returned and everything, but why?"
"My sensei could not teach me anything more and instead advised me to return to my life," Yugi said, "But I am not sure if I am returning to Hogwart's though. I have mastered all my subjects except for potions."
"I don't care about that. I'll stay home with you then," Yami said.
"No Yami. Please continue to attend for me. Plus if you weren't there than Bakura and Marik would cause havoc and chaos," Yugi said, "Now I believe there is a party going on and Sai's 'friend' from Egypt should make an appearance."
"One more question…" Yami said placing a hand on Yugi's shoulder.
"Hmm…" he said turning to face Yami.
"What happened to you?" Yami asked referring to his appearance.
"Nothing except growing up," Yugi said albeit a little coolly, "Come on."
"Okay…" Yami said leading the way.
Yugi placed the cloak on once again hiding his appearance. Yami went outside onto the patio and Yugi followed a bit slower. Kaiba was the first to approach and hand the Shadow Mage a hamburger. Yugi was then led over to the table where Malik was staring in disgust at Bakura as he ate his burger almost completely raw. Ryou just shook his head and ignored his darker half.
Jonouchi watched Yugi from the corner of his eyes contemplating on whether or not he should talk to this mysterious friend of Sai's. Soon the group finished lunch and Kaiba brought out the cake he refused to let anyone see. As soon as the lid was removed, the group of teens stared at the CEO as if he had gone insane.
"Um…Kaiba I know we all miss Yug' an' everythin', but aren't ya taking it a little to fa'?" Jou said referring to the cake saying 'Happy Birthday Yugi'.
"Actually he's not," the cloaked person said stepping forward.
Kaiba began lighting the candles on the cake, "Mokuba grab the cake server please, then we'll begin."
Kaiba nodded to the cloaked person when Mokuba returned. Yugi removed the cloak and stood in front of all his friends. Ryou was the first to come to his senses and quickly pulled him into a hug.
"Welcome back Yugi," Ryou said.
"Thank you," Yugi responded.
"Great tah have ya home Yug'" Jonouchi said slapping him on the back.
"Well I guess calling you shrimp or mini-pharaoh won't work any longer," Bakura said shaking his hand.
"As much as I enjoy all this sappy crap, the cake is going to melt," Kaiba said suddenly.
"Alright we get the point Mr. Crabby-pants," Sai said smiling then pulling Yugi over to the cake, "Now brother dear blow out the candles, make a wish, and let us wish you Happy Birthday."
Yugi closed his eyes and blew out the candles. And soon everyone was eating the chocolate cake. As the night wore on the group decided it was time to head home, but they agreed to get together again during the summer.
The weeks wore on without incident, that was until a strange bird showed up at the Mutou residence. Yugi had just awoken and went down stairs to start breakfast for his fast growing household. As the young man began pulling out various items to make a traditional western breakfast a tapping noise was heard on the game shop's front door. Yugi walked through the apartment and saw a large black, gold, and silver colored bird. Yugi opened the door allowing it to fly in and perch upon the glass display case. Yugi heard Horus, Lunari, Ba'ast and Hathor (Yami's black, crimson and gold fox) come in. Ba'ast and Lunari hissed at the intruder, while Horus sat on Yugi's shoulder glaring at the strange bird. The man just cocked an eyebrow at the reactions from the feathered and furred residents of the house.
Master do not approach it, I sense great evil from that being Horus said suddenly.
I sense not a thing. Are you sure about it? Yugi questioned the creature.
My master I fear that what this being is, is ancient Horus continued.
I shall not run from whatever it is that it has to say Yugi said signaling the end of the conversation.
Very well master, but stay on guard Horus said leaving Yugi's shoulder.
The lithe young man walked towards the strange bird noticing that it's body was not feathered, but instead was covered in smooth scale-like feathers. As Yugi drew closer he noticed that it wasn't even a bird, but more along the lines of a dragon type creature. It's silver and amber colored eyes watched the shadow mage's moves closely. Occasionally it would contract it's razor sharp claws.
So the rumors are true. The true pharaoh has returned and has become a powerful shadow mage it said in a low, smooth bass.Yugi eyed the creature and responded You assume I am the pharaoh Aren't you? Your resemblance to the ancient on is uncanny. Do you not agree, oh noble and wise one it said targeting the last comment at Horus.
Horus couldn't help but ruffle his feathers in pride at the comment You still think he is a danger to us, Horus.
Oh what ever Horus said pouting.
:Before I answer anything else, I must insist that you tell me what has brought you to my home: Yugi said, :And if it does not insult you, may I inquire as to what you are.:
:Curiosity does not offend me at all…I am a messenger sent to those deemed worth by the Gods: it said before pausing.
:A messenger from the Gods?: Yugi voiced.
:Yes young one, I have come to forewarn you of a great evil coming into light. It shall strike soon and losses shall be suffered: it said once again.
:Which God sent you oh ancient one?: Yugi questioned.
:I assume you ask because of my aura: the creature inquired as Yugi shook his head.
:There are many of us the Gods employ to their services. I am from the underworld and are Anubis and Osiris' to command: the creature answered, :But I was not sent by one God in question this time.:
:Please elaborate further on this evil coming: Yugi said, :I mean many are after the items so it is hard to say which is the "Great Evil" you speak of:
:What I speak of does not involve the ancient Sennen items you and many others carry, but instead you yourself: it said.
:So I am now the target of some evil. Interesting: Yugi said pondering what was said, :Can you tell me more about this evil?:
:I am sorry young one. I have said too much already and fear if anymore is said it could throw off the balance the Gods have so carefully designed: it said before vanishing.
Yugi heard it say once more :Stay on guard Young One: before it's presence vanished from the room.
Horus flew to Yugi's side and watched his master with concern. Yugi was about to leave when an owl tapped at the door. The young man opened the door allowing it entry and saw that it was one of the school's owls carrying the customary school letters. He took the letter's and motioned it into the kitchen to rest. Yugi set the letters on the table, moving to fill a bowl with water for the tawny owl on the counter. When it was finished, it flew out the opened window heading back to the school.
After Yugi began cooking the bacon and sausage he moved to look at the letters. He saw one for Yami, Sai, Draco, and Malik, but what caught his eye were two addressed to him. Yugi opened the first one written in emerald colored ink.
Dear Mr. Yugi Mutou, Shadow Mage-
We are glad to announce that you have
Been given the opportunity to share your
Knowledge with others as the new Advance
Defense Against Dark Arts teacher. If you
Accept this position send your reply today
Along with the title of the book you shall
Use for the class.
Thank you
Minerva McGonagall
Deputy Headmistress
Yugi sat down to ponder over the letter. After a few minutes of thought he decided to go ahead and send the letter back. Once he wrote down his response he proceeded to open the next letter. This one was written in amethyst colored ink and in a more elegant scrawl from the previous one. The youth opened the envelope and pulled out a piece of parchment with words written in the same amethyst colored ink. But before he could read it, the teen jumped from the chair and raced to save the bacon from burning. Yugi gathered up his letters, placing them into his pocket before finishing up the breakfast.
Soon sounds were heard from the upper floors as the other occupants began waking. Soon Yami and Malik stumbled into the kitchen still half asleep. Yugi held in his laughter at the site of the two duelists bedheads. He set a plate containing eggs, sausage, bacon, hash browns, and toast in front of Yami and another containing fruit in front of Malik. Soon the rest of the household began filtering into the kitchen at the smell of a delicious breakfast already prepared. Yugi began eating his own breakfast of fruit and yogurt. As the family finished their food, Sai and Malik washed the dishes as Draco and Yami dried and put them away.
"Thank you Yugi. That breakfast was just delicious," Sugoroku said hugging Yugi, "Welcome home again."
Yugi smiled at his grandfather, "By the way guys your Hogwart's letters arrived this morning."
"Great!" Sai said running to grab hers from the table.
Everyone else except Yugi and Sugoroku went to the table to grab their letters as well. Soon the sound of parchment envelopes opening was the only thing heard in the kitchen. As the group read their letters, Sai noticed that Yugi didn't have one.
"Um… baby bro where's yours?" she asked.
"Didn't get one. When I was taught under Ishmael-sensei I mastered all my lessons except potions," Yugi fibbed knowing that he was actually offered the Advanced DADA position, "So I guess they decided that I do not need to attend any longer."
"So what will you do then?" Malik asked.
"Probably help out around here or perhaps at the museum," Yugi said truthfully, "But don't worry about me, any new classes?"
"It looks like a new DADA or something. All year five and up will attend the advanced DADA and all year four and below will attend the normal DADA classes," Draco said, "It seems that our new class requires no books at this time."
"Cool…one less book to carry. Unfortunately it looks like we have more for Snape's class though," Malik said, "Anyways let's get ready to go to Diagon Alley. I need to resupply my prank box."
"Will you come with us to Diagon Alley?" Yami questioned.
"Sure. I could use a good Butterbeer from the Leaky Cauldron," Yugi said with a smile, "But anyways I'll be up in my room until we leave."
Yugi left the kitchen and made his way to his room. Once there he took out the second letter and began to read it.
-Yugi
If there is any possible way, could
You take Harry with you when you
Go to the Leaky Cauldron and Diagon
Alley. Unfortunately with Voldemort
Still at large I cannot sent him alone
And I feel he will be safest with you.
Thank you
Remus Lupin
Yugi sat down at his desk and began to write a response.
-Remus
I will be by to pick him up from
His relatives home tomorrow then
We shall meet up with the rest of our
Friends. Do not worry he will be
Safe in my hands and I shall make
Sure he makes it to the train safely.
Yugi Mutou
After sealing it with a wax seal, Horus took it and left for Remus Lupin's place. Yugi looked at the clock and realized that he was supposed to meet up with Jonouchi and the Kaiba brothers ten minutes ago at the arcade. Yugi ran down the stairs looking like his old self and out the door. Sai watched him leave puzzled as to why her brother was in such a rush. Then she glanced at the clock and also realized that they were late to meet up with their friends at the arcade.
"Hey guys we're late to meet up with Jou and Seto," Sai said.
The group ran out the door leaving a chuckling Sugoroku to tent to the game shop. As Yugi got closer to the arcade, he felt a strange sensation wash over him. It felt like someone had poured a bucket of ice water into his veins and over his head. He continued towards the arcade now on guard in case of an attack. Yugi felt Yami stir through their mind link and Karim pacing in his temporary soul room in Yugi's mind. The lithe young man realized that he recognized the feeling from being in the shadow realm before.
That meant someone was trying to, if not already, summoned the shadow realm near by. Yugi walked into the arcade and spotted Seto and Mokuba leaning against the back wall breathing heavily. Yugi noticed that Mokuba was on the verge of passing out, where as Seto was sweating profusely. The taller teen pushed himself away from the wall and staggered towards Yugi. The tri-color haired man hurried to his friend's side to prevent him from falling over. The rest of their friends ran in and saw the condition of the Kaiba brothers. Sai went to Mokuba's side and helped him to sit down at one of the tables.
"Kaiba what happened?" Yami asked his former rival.
"Some Deatheater scum ambushed us and forced me into a shadow duel to save Mokuba," Kaiba said, "I barely escaped with mine and Mokuba's lives."
"There's something else isn't there. Something you haven't told us yet," Malik said.
"They have Jou," Kaiba said wearily, "They said for you to meet them at the docks where the two of you dueled before."
"Did they say what they wanted?" Yami inquired.
"They want Yugi," Kaiba said, "But they know to get him they'll have t wager his friend's life for his own in a shadow duel."
"Yugi?" Sai asked when she saw her brother missing.
"He's gone?!" Mokuba shouted out.
"Oh no… we better hurry up and go stop him before he does something he'll regret," Sai said.
The group ran out of the arcade and towards the docks to find their friend before he did something rash.
Yugi: okay that's done…
Ginny: anyways 3-5 reviews will get another update…
Yugi: also sorry if the updates are a little slow, trying to plan a wedding and such can be taxing on your time…
Enjoy!
Ja Ne