Chapter 13 – N.P.O.V..

"Please come back to me Seto." Kashadra almost felt ready to cry. She had been sitting there for what seemed like ages. "Please, the only thing I want is for Pegasus to be defeated so I can have you back."

Kaiba just began to stir. He made little movements, but they were big enough to be felt.

"Sha . . . Sha? Is that you?" Kashadra lifted her head. She grasped his hands in hers.

"I'm right here, just like I promised."

Kaiba nodded his head and spoke, "But who beat Pegasus?" he started to stand up; she lent him her shoulder for stability. "And where's Mokuba?"

"Mokuba is right over there." She pointed to the chair. Mokuba was just beginning to wake up. "And Yugi beat Pegasus."

"Seto!" Mokuba jumped up and ran to his brother. "Seto, where are we? What happened?" Kaiba knelt down and hugged his brother. Kashadra stepped back a few paces.

"Pegasus has been defeated Mokuba. And we are going to get out of here. Right now." Kaiba stood and looked at Kashadra. "And Kashadra is coming with us."

"Kashadra? Oh, okay, fine by me. But why would she Seto? Isn't she a business partner?"

"Not anymore Mokuba. Our business together is done. I'll tell you later though kid. Let's just get out of here." He stepped out of the cell. "You want to lead the way Kashadra?"

"My pleasure. After all, anyone who didn't know their way around here would get lost so very easy." She gave a sly smirk over his way. She stepped out as well and started up the stairs. "So, what happened after I passed out, again?"

"Nothing important." Kaiba stepped up and kept pace with her. His arm snaked around her waist. "At least, nothing to remember."

"Seto, can I ask you something?" Mokuba sidled up to where he was in front of both of them. "Are you two going out now?" Kashadra blushed scarlet, while Kaiba shook his head.

"I should have known we couldn't keep a secret long around you. Although, Kashadra and I are not, as you say, going out."

"Well, are you going steady then?"

"Seto, I think this is not the place to discuss such matters. Somebody might overhear," Kashadra led the three of them into another room, "This will do nicely."

"Well, are either of you two going to answer my questions, or do I have to keep guessing?" he sat down in a sofa chair, his legs on the other seat. Kashadra and Kaiba took the easy chairs.

"Mokuba, I believe that you are treading on very dangerous ground, even if you are my brother."

"And, besides, what would give you the idea Seto and I were going out?" Kashadra sounded innocent there.

"Let's see, maybe because you two are on a first name basis. It's unlikely, but hey, fine by me. It could be because Seto seems to think your waist," he pointed at Kashadra, "is a common resting place for his hand. Extremely unlikely, but after waking up like we did, I could understand needing some kind of support.

"But, the thing that gave it away was when you gave that little comment about getting lost. Seto normally doesn't take things like that without a retort. But I put all three together, and obviously, you two must be going out."

"And if I said we'd never been on a date, would you believe me?" Mokuba shook his head no. "I thought as much."

"Mokuba, if you want, I'll tell you the truth. That way, we can avoid Kashadra's roundabout way. If not, we'll leave you to dream up whatever you want about it." Mokuba seemed a though he were really giving it a thought.

"You know what, I think I'll guess. It is more fun that way. I'm going to go see who all is here. See'ya Seto."

"Get." Mokuba took off. "I don't think I will ever understand the way that kid's mind works."

"No one will ever understand how a little kid's mind work. Not even the great Seto Kaiba." Kashadra stood up, walked over to his chair, and sat on his lap.

"It sounds like a title when you say it Kashadra." He wrapped his arms around her waist. "And, I'm beginning to understand why you were sent to me." He nuzzled the base of her neck.

"And why is that? Could there possibly anything I missed?" she let her arms rest around his neck.

"Something both you and I didn't see. And I realized it while, in the sleep I took, as you might say." His breath was hot against her neck; she let a shiver course through her entire body.

"And what was that Seto?" she lifted one of her hands to his cheek and turned his faced up to hers. "What could both you and I miss?"

"Two words. Each other. I cannot believe how much I truly missed you in one day alone. You've gotten too far past my defenses, and yet, I find myself wanting you to tear them all down. Kashadra, I wish you'd stay at the Kaiba Mansion, at least until you find a place suitable for you." She planted her hands in the folds of his jacket.

"I-I don't know. I plan on dropping Crawford from my name and assuming that which was my first last name."

"I understand. But you will need a place to stay. And my offer will stand for as long as we have what we do." He could see the blush rising along her neck. "It's your choice; I won't try to persuade you in any manner." Kashadra's grip on his shirt loosened.

Green met blue as she spoke, "I know that your promises are kept Seto, and that you care for both me and Mokuba. But do you truly love me; love me with love so heart wrenching, that if I were in danger, it would make your blood run cold?

"I need to know if you do. I love you so much, I couldn't bear to have you taken from me; I need to know if you love me in the same way." Kaiba's eyes held no hatred in them; none of the former coldness that they did. They were open to her, not shuttered. In his eyes, Kashadra saw what she needed; she would not have to hear his answer.

"Yes Kashadra. I truly and honestly do love you. I couldn't bear to see you hurt or in pain because of me or anybody else. I wish you would stay with me always. I wish for you to be at my side, during triumphs and failures. They will seem all the more important with your praise. You mean the most to me. The only person who means more is my brother. Not even my company comes close to comparing with you." Kashadra smiled down at him.

"You speak true Seto. And I could care no more for you without my heart over flowing with love. I shall move in, but at a cost."

"I would give anything for you."

"You owe me a kiss for scaring me."

"Me scaring you? When you passed out I was absolutely terrified something horrible had happened."

"I passed out because I came in contact with the Millennium Ring." She laid her head on his shoulder. "I like it when you hold me like this. I feel so safe."

"I like it as well. But, we should start to leave. Mokuba might make more accusations."

"Fine, but I'm not happy about it." Kashadra got up grudgingly and walked to the door. Kaiba was right behind her.

They left Pegasus in their past where he belonged.