One

By: DJ Rodriguez

(Author's Notes: Hello, everyone. This epilogue here is due to the request of one, K.C. Whitestar. She promised that if I finished this fanfic, she would update "Hope What's That". So, here it is!

Yugi: The song is from the soundtrack Pokemon: The Movie 2000. It's called One by Denisse Lara. It's actually pretty good.

Darien: So, without further to do, enjoy this epilogue! If you have a chance, check out DJ's latest fanfic! Its bound to surprise you all.

Now, on with the fanfic!)

Epilogue

Mana Eternum was sitting in the main garden, which was in the middle of the large mansion, now called Mana Manor. She was situated near a large, clear water pond that was teeming with little koi fish. 'It has been six months… since I became human. Since I was allowed to help my love.', the beautiful former Duel Monster thought.

She chuckled on what had transpired three months ago. You see, Yugi had never had much luck with women. Aside from being shy, he was rejected countless times because of his size. Due to that, his confidence was at a all-time low. However, she and the rest of the servant women (60 in all), worked hard and long into bringing him out of his shell.

They took advantage of his protective and caring instincts. Each and every single female in the manor slowly started to form a bond with Yugi. Instead of him seeing them as servants, he saw them as friends. Bit by bit, day by day, he started to become more comfortable around them. Even to those that used… extreme measures an attempt to free him of his shy shell.

One of these women was a 5'7, dark-crimson haired beauty by the name of Aya. She had a figure that would make even Tina Armstrong green with envy, and was also a master of ninjitsu. Plus, she was Yugi's personal bodyguard and teacher of the martial arts on Mana's orders.

Another one was Ichi, Yugi's personal maid. She was about 5'6, her hair the lightest of purple, and also a figure to die for. Instead of an alarm clock, it was her that woke Yugi up every morning and also making sure he slept well during the evening. Though she was not as much well endowed as the rest of them, she had beauty and a kind demeanor to more then make up for it.

Mana was brought out of her journey down Memory Lane by Aya, whom seemingly appeared out of nowhere in front of her. "My Lady, Master Yugi is coming back from work.", she reported in. Although Yugi was a gentleman and treated everyone like a friend, she took her protection over him seriously. As with Mana, she thought Yugi should be protected at all costs.

"Have Kita prepare lunch for him. I can only imagine how hungry he is right now.", Mana told Aya. The ninja woman bowed in respect, then disappeared like the wind. Kita was the main chef of manor, and her cooking was excellent. She loved to prepare all sorts of meals for Yugi, and would have huge amounts for him.

Mana, Ichi, and soon Aya stood at the front gate to await Yugi's presence. In a few minutes, he showed up over the road horizon. He was walking slowly, a bit tired from his part-time job but satisfied nonetheless. Mana found an all-girls college about 8 miles west of the mansion, which was also a very prestigious one.

So, she had Yugi enroll in it as a tutor. Thus, he worked part-time on the campus to a number of female students. Since his grades were excellent at Domino City High School, and was of age, the school accepted him. He tutored in nearly all subjects, and with his kind and caring nature, he was endeared by many of the students.

Yugi saw the three women waiting for him at the gate, smiled as best he could and waved at them. He worked from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., so he was very tired. "H-Hi, everyone.", he said as he approached them. The students, many having a large crush on Yugi, just ran him ragged. It was all in good fun, so Yugi had no complaints. The students, and the ones at one, didn't fight over Yugi as most girls would do. Rather, they shared him and respected him greatly.

Yugi had changed, more physically in any case. He was now 5'9, which was very tall in his case. Because of his intense training with Aya, he developed a slight muscular build. But, he stayed mainly slim and trim. He was slowly acquiring a six-pack, but he didn't care. His physical appearance, combined with his caring and humble nature, he was really a man any woman could ask for.

"How was your day, Master Yugi?", Ichi asked. Her voice was light and melodious, like an angel's voice.

Yugi replied, "It was a bit hectic, but it was fun.". He then added, "By the way, the Astronomy club is coming here again to look at the stars tonight.".

Mana smiled warmly at Yugi, and when he saw it, he returned the gesture. Although he had gotten close to many of the women at the mansion, he was a lot closer to Mana. The beautiful Lady stated, "Lunch is nearly ready, Yugi. Come, rest and wash up.".

He nodded his head and walked with all three of them to the home. When he got inside, the many busty female servants greeted their Master warmly. Yugi merely smiled and waved at them all as he went upstairs to take a bath.

Aya smiled coyly and asked, "Mind if I take a bath with you too, Master Yugi?". She had done this before many times, which really brought out the blush in Yugi. She would sneak in and bathed with him, letting him scrub her with soap or body wash. Aya was also stubborn too, doing it so many times much to Yugi's protesting. Now, he knew it would be pointless to argue with her.

He shook his head in a playful manner and replied, "Even if I said no, you would still take one with me anyway.". It never got around to be serious, just some playful teasing by the ninja beauty. She chuckled and went upstairs with him. Mana just looked on at the two banter, shaking her head with a small smile on her lips.

She went to her quarters to go over some things, when a tall, pretty woman entered quietly. Her name was Natsumi, a 5'5 raven-haired beauty that looked almost ethereal. She was under orders by Mana to keep a close observation of Yugi's former friends in Domino City.

"Lady Mana, I have the report here. Would you like to hear it?", she asked. Mana nodded, sitting down on a pillow in the middle of her room to hear Natsumi out.

Natsumi stated softly, "Yami Moto is currently still the #1 Duelist in the world, but it seems he has fallen on bad times. With the game slowly declining, his popularity has dwindled some. Now, he is working for Kaiba Corps. on developing more cards for the game.".

This brought a smile to Mana's face. She could actually picture the once high and mighty pharaoh, now working for his #1 rival. Now, he would have to earn a living and work for it.

The woman continued, "Téa Gardner's career as a dancer failed badly when she tried out for the Domino City dance studio. With little support from the others, she altered her plans and is now a worker at Burger World. In addition, Joey Wheeler and Tristen Taylor's dueling careers also came to end as well. Now, they are working part-time in the Domino City bay docks.".

Mana's smile continued to widen more as she heard about Yugi's former friends downfall. 'Strange. Some months ago, they were on top of the world when they decided to betray Yugi. Now, it seems that their world is now crashing down.', she thought. To her, it was good.

More news; Mai Valentine was now a model for a big time fashion agency in America. Unfortunately, scandals and press seemed to follow her at every turn. Thus, her life was one big headache. Duke Devillin's dice game was a hit, but it was also losing some of its popularity. One by one, each of Yugi's former friends suffered great setbacks and were seemingly worse off after they left Yugi.

"Thank you for the report, Natsumi. You may go now.", Mana said.

Natsumi bowed to her Lady, then left quietly. When she was gone, Mana looked up to her east wall, where a giant portrait of Yugi was hung at. She spoke to it softly, "You have come so far Yugi, far from your fall. Just like your adventures in the past, you've bounced back and now are making something for yourself.".

She started to sing a song to herself, one she listened to some time ago on the radio. She sat delicately on a patio that was above the ground, and overlooked the front yard. As she sang quietly, her mind drifted once again on how all of this was made possible.

Now I can begin to tell the story

A legend's not a legend till it ends

Together we can celebrate the glory

My friends, my friends

She remembered on how it all began, on when Yugi solved the puzzle and his adventure/destiny started. She told the entire servants everything, the story of Yugi Moto. Needless to say, they were all just awed on how one person made all the difference in the world.

It's amazing to think you can do anything

When you believe in yourself

Mana recalled a meeting with Yugi once. He told her in private, "I never believed that I would amount to anything in the past. But, when I had my friends and Yami, I thought there was nothing I can't do.". Now, she was there to pick him up when he fell. Yugi was soon regaining what he had lost… and gaining much more.

{One voice can make a difference

One move can go the distance

The greatest battles have been overcome

For her, the greatest battle Yugi had ever experienced was coping with the loss of his friends. He had always had back up when he fell, someone to help him up when he fell. When his friends abandoned him, he felt that if he fell… no one would catch him or help him. But, that was all in the past. Mana and her servants helped him up and now he was beginning to make a whole new life for himself.

With one heart, one mind

By one love, one life

That's the power of one}

Mana then heard some laughter underneath her, and she soon saw Yugi and Aya coming out onto the front lawn. They were dressed in their fighting gi's, and ready to commence with training. At first, Aya was only to become Yugi's personal bodyguard. But, it was actually Yugi that insisted he train with Aya in self-defense. Mana would never have denied Yugi anything, so she allowed it. "I would have never denied you anything, love.", she whispered to the tri-colored haired man.

Anybody here can be the hero

You can even change history

What we do today to save tomorrow

(Save tomorrow)

For you and for me

While Mana observed Yugi and Aya's training sessions from above, the rest of the household watched from below. To everyone, Yugi was a hero. He had took the immense weight of the world on his shoulders, gave himself to others at the expense of himself, and also gave even villains a second chance.

So whoever you are

And wherever you're from

Prove it to the rest of the world

Yugi had big plans for himself; to get an education, become a teacher, and shape the new generation into good people. Even after all he been through, he still felt he had to contribute to the world somehow. So, what better way then to teaching kids? He told Mana this, and she was pleased. "He'll make an excellent teacher, and I'm sure the kids would love him.", she told herself.

{Repeat}

After three hours of intense training and workouts, Yugi and Aya finished for the day. He thanked Aya for the time, and she responded by giving him a kiss on the cheek. The girls, plus Mana, giggled when seeing Yugi slightly blush. They walked back to the mansion, a servant girl handing both of them a towel to wipe the sweat off. Yugi thanked her, then went inside to shower.

(When things around, we're coming)

Things around are coming

(So nowhere left to run)

There's nowhere left to run

Mana slowly rose from the deck and went back inside. Closing the clear glass sliding door, she went down to the kitchen to grab a bite to eat. When she arrived, she saw Yugi, fully clothes and refreshed, eating a large lunch. 'It seems Kita has outdone herself again.', she thought. She chuckled as she observed Yugi eating his full, wondering on where he put it all.

(Rise to meet the challenge)

Rise to meet the challenge

Believe in the power of one, one

In twenty-five minutes, he finished his meal. He thanked Kita for the delicious lunch, got up, and was going to go upstairs when he met Mana. He smiled warmly at her and asked, "Mana, are you ready for our date tonight?". She soon blushed, remembering that today she and Yugi would go out on an official date.

She blushed bright red and replied, "O-Of course, Yugi. I'm still up for our d-date.". This was going to be Yugi's, and Mana's first date, so both were a little nervous.

One voice (one voice…) can make a difference

(Oh, go the distance)

One move can go the distance

(Oh, make another distances)

The greatest battles have been overcome

Yugi was about to say something else, when the doorbell rang. He answered it, and it turned out to be the Astronomy club. Its twelve members, the president Risa, were now present. "I'm sorry if we came early Yugi, but we just couldn't wait to see you.", Risa told him.

Yugi shook his head slightly, then let them in. After showing them all in, he closed the door and went back to Mana. She had a sad look on her face, fearing that their date was going to be canceled.

With one heart, one mind

By one love, one life

With one touch, one fight

That's the power of one

He looked at her in the eyes and whispered, "How about we leave now? We can have our date, and also still come back in time to see the stars.". She saw the warm smile and the slight playfulness in his eyes. She returned the smile and answered, "I would like that. I'll get ready immediately.".

Before leaving, Yugi stopped her to give her a gentle kiss on the lips. It lasted for only a few moments, but it was paradise for Mana. When it broke, she blushed bright red and scurried off to her room to change. Yugi chuckled as he too went to his room to change as well.

Mana went through her various clothes to see on what to wear for the special occasion. Where they were going, she didn't care. What time they came back, she did not care as well. All she cared about now was being with Yugi, and making their relationship stronger then ever. "Perhaps… even take it to the next level?", she asked herself.

In seven minutes, she finally found an outfit that would be fitting. Putting on a moderate white t-shirt, blue jeans, and also having her hair flow freely down, she was ready. She soon heard a knock on her door, and when she answered it, she saw Yugi standing before her. He was also dressed in his best, and having a genuine smile on his face.

"I already told the girls that we back in time for the star gazing. They were a little disappointed that I wasn't staying, but they understood.", he told her. He then offered his hand and asked, "Are you ready, my Lady?".

Mana giggled, took his hand and answered, "I'm always ready for you, dear Yugi.".

They descended down the staircase and headed out. They did not know where they were going, what will happen, or what time they would be back. Now, their minds were focused on one another. It seemed that Fate and Destiny were finally giving Yugi his due.

(Author's Notes: Like I said earlier, I was inspired by Dreams of Sakura by Valorphoenix. Check it out, for it is really good!

Yugi: So, how did you like it? I hope it wasn't as confusing as it seems. DJ really spent a good amount of time working on this.

Darien: Too true. Now, for the questions for the Yugi fangirls:

1.) Think Yugi will succeed in making a new life for himself?

2.) If you were one of the servant girls in the manor, what would you like to be?

3.) You think that Yugi would make a good teacher in the future? If not, what else?

4.) What would you do to make Yugi come out of his shell of shyness?

5.) Would you like to go out with him? If so, where and when?

R&R, no flames, enjoy, and leave long reviews!)