Letters to the Dead

by lucidscreamer

After Yami departs for the afterlife, Yugi writes 'Letters to the Dead.' Yami/Yugi. Spoilers for end of series. Ficlet in chapt 9. Warning: Character death & sappy fluff

2. Emptiness

Letters to the Dead: Two

The Puzzle was my talisman,
a golden charm to ward away my fears
and loneliness...

Once, I wished upon its completion
and it granted me my fondest dream:
a friend.

My heart's companion,
you were always there, a second soul
cleaved to mine.

Your absence is a bitter wound to bear.
A thousand times a day, I reach for you,
for my talisman...

I would not keep you from Paradise;
I know your spirit was weary of darkness
and Shadow,

that even their King had grown tired
of games. Your rest was paid for
in blood.

The Gates of the West were open, and you
said you had to go, that I could be
myself now...and free.

But I am a selfish boy.
My empty heart aches without you.
And I am lost

in this
tyranny
of freedom.

(c) 03/10/2005 Lucidscreamer

Author's Note: As you can see, not all the poems in this series will be in the ancient Egyptian style (as was the first one). In fact, there will likely be a multitude of styles, as Yugi's mood and frame of mind dictates. Thanks to everyone who reviewed; don't forget to visit my LiveJournal for responses to your reviews!