Mijikai: Ack! I haven't updated this in a long time! Sorry about that.
Yami: You're pathetic.
Mijikai: Says the stupid pharaoh.
Yami: I'm not stupid!
Yugi: Come on, let's please get along! Please! (Put's hands together)
Mijikai: Maybe when Christamas rolls around.
Yami: I refuse.
Yugi: Please.
Yami: NO!
Yugi: (looks at his feet and tears start forming in his eyes)
Yami: (groan) I hate it when you do that!
Mijikai: Aw! Kawaii! How can you refuse a face like that?
Yami: (crosses arms) Because I can.
Mijikai: Woah, you are more colder then I thought. Mr.Scrooge.
Yami: Bah Humbug!
Mijikai: 0_0 How did he know that was his line?
Yugi: He didn't . He's been saying that all Chritmas last year.
Mijikai: Wow, a real Mr.Scrooge.
Yugi: I claim Tiny Tim! Wait...did I just say that?
Yami: (snigger) Looks like you actually admitted you were short.
Yugi: I am not short! (runs out of the room)
Mijikai: Baka! (Whaps Yami on the head) You made him cry!
Yami: (runs after Yugi) Wait! I didn't mean that!
Mijikai: Sometimes Yami's a real idiot. Good thing's he isn't like this in the comic or t.v series. That would be sad, literally and I don't mean boo hoo. Sorry it took so long. BUSY! ***************************************************************
Chapter Four
"Who are you?" asked Yugi fearfully.
The lone person didn't answer. He went around Yugi and kicked Ryou in the ribs. A grunt escaped from his mouth. Yugi felt anger. Sure Ryou did go totally mental, but nobody mistreats his older brother. Well, except for himself. Yugi lunged at him and they both fell onto the street.
"Bully! Hurting my big brother like that!" Yugi shouted as he punched him.
The strangers hand flew up and caught it.
"You dare strike someone who just saved your life?"
"You didn't have to go extremes and kick him!" and threw another punch with his other hand.
He caught that to. Yugi tried to wrench them away, but it was no use. He gently pulled Yugi off and stood up.
"Let me explain. Please," he begged.
Yugi struggled, then sighed in defeat and nodded.
"That was not your brother."
"What do you mean?"
"It was an ancient spirit that took over his body. He's evil, I could sense it."
Yugi felt confused. He felt grateful for him saving his life, but mad at him for attacking Ryou. He felt worried for Ryou since he lay there like a corpse, but felt mad at the same time for being attacked. Yugi slid to his knees, looking down at the ground.
"I'm sorry," he whispered.
He felt himself being drawn up and his face was lifted so he was looking into violet eyes.
"It's alright. I forgive you."
Yugi studied him, know that he was getting a closer look. He realized their features were the same. This was just to weird for Yugi.
"Who are you and why do you look like me?"
"My name is Yami, and I look like you because I'm your aibou."
"My aibou?"
"Yes, and I'm here to protect you no matter what."
"Why? I have Ryou."
"I don't know why little one."
Yugi looked down at Ryou.
"Will he be okay?"
Yami smirked.
"Yes. I only knocked him out."
Yugi looked up at the big cloack tower and gasped.
"Yami. Can you help me get Ryou home? Grandpa's proabably worried sick."
Yami relutantly agreed and slung the unconsious Ryou over his shoulder, and followed Yugi. Yugi climbed up the tree near the front and jumped into the window. Yami gracefully followed. Yugi listened to see if Sugoroku was coming and sighed with relief when he heard snoring. Sugoroku was a heavy sleepier, and a very loud snorer. Yami dropped Ryou onto a bed.
"Hey, careful will ya."
Yami only glared at him.
"So...you are from my puzzle and here to protect me. Right?"
Yami turned to face him.
"Yes."
"Cool. Maybe we can use you to sneak snacks."
"Huh?"
"Never mind."
The cloack read 11:45.
"Ack! I got to get to bed! But I'm wide awake! Hey, can you knock me out to?"
Yami gave him a funny look.
"What? At least I'll be able to get to sleep."
Yami only sighed. How did he end up with this one. ***************************************************************
Yugi finally went to sleep, AT 3:35! Ryou poked him in the ribs, but Yugi didn't budge. Ryou poked him harder, but he only mummbled and turned over.
"Yugi," he whispered in his ear.
Yugi mummbled again. Ryou sighed, then an idea popped into his head.
"Yugi, chocolate dougnuts, and only one left."
Yugi suddenly bolted up, making Ryou fall back, and scrambled out of bed. He was ready in two minutes and sped down. Ryou laughed, as he sprinted after him. The dougnut trick never failed, unfortunately, he'll end up buying Yugi one later in the day. Once he came into the kitchen, Yugi sat on a chair and...munching a chocolate dougnut.
"Thanks for the warning Ryou-chan," he said, as he continued eatting.
Ryou stared.
"I didn't know there were any dougnuts."
"Oh, I hid this one away. You reminded me of it."
Ryou grumbled, as he grabbed an apple.
"You know you're going to get fat," he commented, as he took a bite.
"Will not! You're the one who chuged the chocolate milk yesterday."
Ryou chocked on the apple piece and blushed sheepishly.
"I didn't tell grandpa yet, but...can you say black mail?"
"Huh? I didn't do anything!"
"I know a little wolf who...."
"Oh! That...you won't tell will you?"
"I don't know. That was frightening for me. I ran down the streets in the dark."
"I'm sorry, honestly. I don't know what happened. I..I suddenly lost control of myself as I watched you solve the puzzle. First it was normal me, just watching you have a good time, then....I began to have a craving for it. I wanted it. Then I suddenly lost control. It was like someone else was taking over my body. I had no control on my doings," Ryou explained.
Yugi touched Ryou's hand.
"I forgive you."
Ryou looked down at his little brother, and smiled. Then suddenly shoved him and started for the door.
"I'm going to beat you to school!" he called out as he grabbed his back pack.
Yugi caught himself before he fell.
"Hey! No fair! You shoved me! Bye Grandpa! Ryou get your butt back here!"
Sugoroku sighed as he watched his grandsons running down the street.
"Boys," he muttered, as he continued setting up the shop. ***************************************************************
Seto waited till his horse was ready and was ready to set off. If he couldn't find the king, then his plans could be ruined. Once his horse was about to be handed over, he snatched the reins, and jumped on. Misote watched from her window, as Seto set out.
'Sintamo. I hope you're alright. My little one. I hope you are safe from harm. And I hope you both meet. And I wish someday I will meet you, my youngest.'
She tore her eyes away from the city, and sighed. She missed her sons, her father in law, and her husband. She wished he hadn't gone, she wished her son never became king, but fate had it's ways. Both dangerous and safe.
'This isn't any fun and games,' she told herself. 'This is a Test. A Test of life and death. My sons better be strong to survive this Test. If they wish to live.'
She fingered a blue blanket absently. It still felt warm from the warmth of her twins when they were infants. How she longed to have here family back.
"Misote?" came a quiet voice.
"Yes, Shizuka."
Shizuka put a hand on Misote's shoulder.
"How do you fair?" she asked.
"I'm fine, but I feel so alone."
Shizuka sighed. She felt lonely also. Her older brother left to scout the city. City. She shuddered at the name. It was rumored to have killers and death dwellers. Dirty people, who don't believe in harmony or love. Mortals. The name made her sick to the stomach.
"Mam, I want to go to the city also."
It came in a whisper, but Misote heard it clearly. She placed her hand on hers. She desperately didn't want her to go. She was the only one of comfort left. But she knew in her heart that she must let her go if she wished.
"Shizuka. You may go if you wish. I will miss you greatly, but I will wait for your return, if you chose to come back."
Shizuka smiled and hugged Misote.
"Thank you. I will come back, I promise. But I must at least see my brother before I do. If I see Sintamo, I will let you know how he fairs."
"Shizuka," Misote said quietly.
"Yes."
Misote looked up at her. Eyes serious.
"There is something you must know, but do not tell a soul."
Shizuka waited.
"Sintamo has a twin brother that hasn't been killed that lives there."
Shizuka gasped.
"If you see him, please tell me about him. I haven't seen him since Sugoroku took him there. And that was fourteen years ago."
Shizuka's shock melted into a smile.
"I will Misote, I promise."
She kissed her cheek and hurried out of the room.
"Please do Shizuka, please do," Misote whispered. ***************************************************************
Yugi started huffing harshly as he neared the oak tree where he and Ryou liked to hang out. Ryou leaned on the trunk with a truimphant smirk on his face.
"I...hate...you," he puffed, as he rested his hands on his knees, trying to catch his breath.
Ryou laughed.
"Come on, or we'll be late for school."
"Says...you," he managed, but followed after.
Once they headed inside the building, a shadow moved from beneath the branches of the tree. His violet eyes were blurry with sleep at first, then cleared immediately once he saw the young boy.
'Little brother' ***************************************************************
Mijikai: Okay, I hope that was longer then last chapter, and I'm really sorry that it took so long! I should do major updating Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. I'm going away again on Monday for the two weeks holiday. So I'll be away even longer so I'll try to update as much as I can for the four days left. Look on the bright side. Two weeks of thinking of the next chapters.
Yugi: Do I meet him? Do I meet him?
Mijikai: Next chapter. Where's Yami?
Yugi: I locked him in the basement. Teach him to call me short.
Mijikai: (giggle) Please review and I apoligize for the long wait.
Yami: You're pathetic.
Mijikai: Says the stupid pharaoh.
Yami: I'm not stupid!
Yugi: Come on, let's please get along! Please! (Put's hands together)
Mijikai: Maybe when Christamas rolls around.
Yami: I refuse.
Yugi: Please.
Yami: NO!
Yugi: (looks at his feet and tears start forming in his eyes)
Yami: (groan) I hate it when you do that!
Mijikai: Aw! Kawaii! How can you refuse a face like that?
Yami: (crosses arms) Because I can.
Mijikai: Woah, you are more colder then I thought. Mr.Scrooge.
Yami: Bah Humbug!
Mijikai: 0_0 How did he know that was his line?
Yugi: He didn't . He's been saying that all Chritmas last year.
Mijikai: Wow, a real Mr.Scrooge.
Yugi: I claim Tiny Tim! Wait...did I just say that?
Yami: (snigger) Looks like you actually admitted you were short.
Yugi: I am not short! (runs out of the room)
Mijikai: Baka! (Whaps Yami on the head) You made him cry!
Yami: (runs after Yugi) Wait! I didn't mean that!
Mijikai: Sometimes Yami's a real idiot. Good thing's he isn't like this in the comic or t.v series. That would be sad, literally and I don't mean boo hoo. Sorry it took so long. BUSY! ***************************************************************
Chapter Four
"Who are you?" asked Yugi fearfully.
The lone person didn't answer. He went around Yugi and kicked Ryou in the ribs. A grunt escaped from his mouth. Yugi felt anger. Sure Ryou did go totally mental, but nobody mistreats his older brother. Well, except for himself. Yugi lunged at him and they both fell onto the street.
"Bully! Hurting my big brother like that!" Yugi shouted as he punched him.
The strangers hand flew up and caught it.
"You dare strike someone who just saved your life?"
"You didn't have to go extremes and kick him!" and threw another punch with his other hand.
He caught that to. Yugi tried to wrench them away, but it was no use. He gently pulled Yugi off and stood up.
"Let me explain. Please," he begged.
Yugi struggled, then sighed in defeat and nodded.
"That was not your brother."
"What do you mean?"
"It was an ancient spirit that took over his body. He's evil, I could sense it."
Yugi felt confused. He felt grateful for him saving his life, but mad at him for attacking Ryou. He felt worried for Ryou since he lay there like a corpse, but felt mad at the same time for being attacked. Yugi slid to his knees, looking down at the ground.
"I'm sorry," he whispered.
He felt himself being drawn up and his face was lifted so he was looking into violet eyes.
"It's alright. I forgive you."
Yugi studied him, know that he was getting a closer look. He realized their features were the same. This was just to weird for Yugi.
"Who are you and why do you look like me?"
"My name is Yami, and I look like you because I'm your aibou."
"My aibou?"
"Yes, and I'm here to protect you no matter what."
"Why? I have Ryou."
"I don't know why little one."
Yugi looked down at Ryou.
"Will he be okay?"
Yami smirked.
"Yes. I only knocked him out."
Yugi looked up at the big cloack tower and gasped.
"Yami. Can you help me get Ryou home? Grandpa's proabably worried sick."
Yami relutantly agreed and slung the unconsious Ryou over his shoulder, and followed Yugi. Yugi climbed up the tree near the front and jumped into the window. Yami gracefully followed. Yugi listened to see if Sugoroku was coming and sighed with relief when he heard snoring. Sugoroku was a heavy sleepier, and a very loud snorer. Yami dropped Ryou onto a bed.
"Hey, careful will ya."
Yami only glared at him.
"So...you are from my puzzle and here to protect me. Right?"
Yami turned to face him.
"Yes."
"Cool. Maybe we can use you to sneak snacks."
"Huh?"
"Never mind."
The cloack read 11:45.
"Ack! I got to get to bed! But I'm wide awake! Hey, can you knock me out to?"
Yami gave him a funny look.
"What? At least I'll be able to get to sleep."
Yami only sighed. How did he end up with this one. ***************************************************************
Yugi finally went to sleep, AT 3:35! Ryou poked him in the ribs, but Yugi didn't budge. Ryou poked him harder, but he only mummbled and turned over.
"Yugi," he whispered in his ear.
Yugi mummbled again. Ryou sighed, then an idea popped into his head.
"Yugi, chocolate dougnuts, and only one left."
Yugi suddenly bolted up, making Ryou fall back, and scrambled out of bed. He was ready in two minutes and sped down. Ryou laughed, as he sprinted after him. The dougnut trick never failed, unfortunately, he'll end up buying Yugi one later in the day. Once he came into the kitchen, Yugi sat on a chair and...munching a chocolate dougnut.
"Thanks for the warning Ryou-chan," he said, as he continued eatting.
Ryou stared.
"I didn't know there were any dougnuts."
"Oh, I hid this one away. You reminded me of it."
Ryou grumbled, as he grabbed an apple.
"You know you're going to get fat," he commented, as he took a bite.
"Will not! You're the one who chuged the chocolate milk yesterday."
Ryou chocked on the apple piece and blushed sheepishly.
"I didn't tell grandpa yet, but...can you say black mail?"
"Huh? I didn't do anything!"
"I know a little wolf who...."
"Oh! That...you won't tell will you?"
"I don't know. That was frightening for me. I ran down the streets in the dark."
"I'm sorry, honestly. I don't know what happened. I..I suddenly lost control of myself as I watched you solve the puzzle. First it was normal me, just watching you have a good time, then....I began to have a craving for it. I wanted it. Then I suddenly lost control. It was like someone else was taking over my body. I had no control on my doings," Ryou explained.
Yugi touched Ryou's hand.
"I forgive you."
Ryou looked down at his little brother, and smiled. Then suddenly shoved him and started for the door.
"I'm going to beat you to school!" he called out as he grabbed his back pack.
Yugi caught himself before he fell.
"Hey! No fair! You shoved me! Bye Grandpa! Ryou get your butt back here!"
Sugoroku sighed as he watched his grandsons running down the street.
"Boys," he muttered, as he continued setting up the shop. ***************************************************************
Seto waited till his horse was ready and was ready to set off. If he couldn't find the king, then his plans could be ruined. Once his horse was about to be handed over, he snatched the reins, and jumped on. Misote watched from her window, as Seto set out.
'Sintamo. I hope you're alright. My little one. I hope you are safe from harm. And I hope you both meet. And I wish someday I will meet you, my youngest.'
She tore her eyes away from the city, and sighed. She missed her sons, her father in law, and her husband. She wished he hadn't gone, she wished her son never became king, but fate had it's ways. Both dangerous and safe.
'This isn't any fun and games,' she told herself. 'This is a Test. A Test of life and death. My sons better be strong to survive this Test. If they wish to live.'
She fingered a blue blanket absently. It still felt warm from the warmth of her twins when they were infants. How she longed to have here family back.
"Misote?" came a quiet voice.
"Yes, Shizuka."
Shizuka put a hand on Misote's shoulder.
"How do you fair?" she asked.
"I'm fine, but I feel so alone."
Shizuka sighed. She felt lonely also. Her older brother left to scout the city. City. She shuddered at the name. It was rumored to have killers and death dwellers. Dirty people, who don't believe in harmony or love. Mortals. The name made her sick to the stomach.
"Mam, I want to go to the city also."
It came in a whisper, but Misote heard it clearly. She placed her hand on hers. She desperately didn't want her to go. She was the only one of comfort left. But she knew in her heart that she must let her go if she wished.
"Shizuka. You may go if you wish. I will miss you greatly, but I will wait for your return, if you chose to come back."
Shizuka smiled and hugged Misote.
"Thank you. I will come back, I promise. But I must at least see my brother before I do. If I see Sintamo, I will let you know how he fairs."
"Shizuka," Misote said quietly.
"Yes."
Misote looked up at her. Eyes serious.
"There is something you must know, but do not tell a soul."
Shizuka waited.
"Sintamo has a twin brother that hasn't been killed that lives there."
Shizuka gasped.
"If you see him, please tell me about him. I haven't seen him since Sugoroku took him there. And that was fourteen years ago."
Shizuka's shock melted into a smile.
"I will Misote, I promise."
She kissed her cheek and hurried out of the room.
"Please do Shizuka, please do," Misote whispered. ***************************************************************
Yugi started huffing harshly as he neared the oak tree where he and Ryou liked to hang out. Ryou leaned on the trunk with a truimphant smirk on his face.
"I...hate...you," he puffed, as he rested his hands on his knees, trying to catch his breath.
Ryou laughed.
"Come on, or we'll be late for school."
"Says...you," he managed, but followed after.
Once they headed inside the building, a shadow moved from beneath the branches of the tree. His violet eyes were blurry with sleep at first, then cleared immediately once he saw the young boy.
'Little brother' ***************************************************************
Mijikai: Okay, I hope that was longer then last chapter, and I'm really sorry that it took so long! I should do major updating Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. I'm going away again on Monday for the two weeks holiday. So I'll be away even longer so I'll try to update as much as I can for the four days left. Look on the bright side. Two weeks of thinking of the next chapters.
Yugi: Do I meet him? Do I meet him?
Mijikai: Next chapter. Where's Yami?
Yugi: I locked him in the basement. Teach him to call me short.
Mijikai: (giggle) Please review and I apoligize for the long wait.