Author's Note: I'm so sad, I just found out today that this season of Yu-Gi-Oh is the last! I am so heartbroken! What shall I do? I know! I'll keep writing Yu-Gi-Oh stories for those who carve the entertainment! I hope you all are enjoying yourselves thus far, Mollano will come back into the picture in a couple more chapters then all of hell will be set free! Thank you all for supporting me and my stories, if it weren't for you all, there would be no Run Away Puppy or the third part of Run Away Puppy in the works! Anyway, thanks again and enjoy this new chapter!
daughterofanubis: I know, Jouneth is so cute! I just wanna take him for myself but I know that Seto and Joey deserve their little boy so I'll just be content with baby-sitting for them! It would seem Seto is having a hard time, you'd think he'd be used to staying up late at night with his company and all. But I guess a baby is a bit more unstructured than Seto's used to, so I can't blame him. Everything is nice right now, but troubled waters lay not too far ahead for our first time parents. (Don't worry; I am on my way to bust you out, just working out the kinks in my plan.) Anyway, thanks so much for reading and I shall see you next chapter!
puffin: That's okay, just take the time you need to update, I'll wait patiently. Mollano is always scheming and what he's got planned will get Seto's attention indeed. Yeah, I like how the guy scheming but I just wish he would leave the baby alone. Anyway, I am glad to know that you love this story. Thanks so much for reading and I shall see you next chapter!
Hex-Saku: I'm sorry your computer broke down, but I'm glad your back! Yep, the baby is finally here and he's just so adorable! Thanks so much for reading and I shall see you next chapter!
Miru Amai: Yeah, I better find a different site to put it on. You're right on that, Mollano does need to die…but will he? I won't give it away, don't wanna spoil the story for ya. Anyway, thanks so much for reading and I shall see you next chapter!
Kai's Gurl: I know; Jouneth is just adorable! Yep and if they ever need help Ms. Gray is there for them! She's so nice! Anyway, thanks so much for reading and I shall see you next chapter!
RyuSenshi-DragonHawk: LOL! I like that idea too! Lets just hope that actually happens to Mollano! Thanks so much for reading and I shall see you next chapter!
Dragonmaster1703: Glad u like it so far. Thanks so much for reading and I shall see you next chapter!
Animed: Well, I am truly happy you are enjoying my stories! Chapter five? How about chapter 13? Anyway, thanks so much for reading and I shall see you next chapter!
amethyst: I am glad to know I have provoked your interest. Mollano and his goons will come into the picture soon. Thanks so much for reading and I shall see you next chapter!
Youko: I couldn't find the story you told me about, was it on f f . n e t? I am happy to hear you enjoyed the last chapter. Mollano is always up to no good…I just wish he would go away. I still can't believe someone would kill a baby! That is so sad…don't worry I believe Jouneth will be okay in this story, he may run into trouble in the third part. Seto…Joey…marriage…? Where did u find my outline? Just don't tell anybody else okay? I want it to be a surprise! Thanks so much for reading and I shall see you next chapter!
jou-kaiba-mokie: I am glad that you are enjoying this story to it's fullest potential. Thanks so much for reading and I shall see you next chapter.
FireieGurl: I know what ya mean; Jouneth is a pretty cute little baby. I wish I had a scanner because then you could see the really cute family picture I drew! Seto and Joey are so cute together! I know what Jouneth felt too, I hate getting shots; they freakin' hurt! I am just that sensitive I guess. Nothing happened to the baby; he just got a normal after birth check up. Thanks so much for reading and I shall see you next chapter!
invisible girl: Yeah it is a good thing Mollano doesn't know Seto drives or there would have been quite a mess. It was kinda sad for Jouneth to cry like that but you're right, he didn't know what was going on and wanted to be comforted by his parents. Glad you like the story! Thanks so much for reading and I shall see you next chapter!
astalder27: Poor Tristan, he just can't win. I think it's the hair that scares Jouneth! Ms. Gray is a character based on one of my teachers, her name is Vicky Gray and she is just the greatest! I have adopted her and she is now my Aunt Vicky! She is awesome and I thought she deserved some sort of fame, even if it's not the normal fame we all think about. It's a good thing that she's there for Seto and Joey…that's all I'm going to say, don't wanna ruin the story for ya! Thanks so much for reading and I shall see you next chapter!
Bam-Girl-Gravi: I am happy you love it! I love writing it! I won't comment on the baby and Mollano thing, I just don't wanna ruin the story for you. Don't worry; there will be a happy ending that will eventually lead into the third part. I think you'll like what happens at the end! Thanks so much for reading and I shall see you next chapter!
Run Away Puppy 2: Mollano's RevengeChapter Thirteen: Grandparent Issues Part One
"You're two week recovery leave is over now right?" Yugi asked while staring at Joey as he fed his son. The blonde nodded as he concentrated on the tiny figure in his arms while he rocked in the rocking chair. "So, what are you going to do with the baby?"
"Well, Seto has to be at Kaiba Corp. on Monday so he's gonna take Jouneth with him then I'll pick up the baby after school and bring him home." Joey explained while pulling the empty Toon Dark Magician Girl bottle away from Jouneth and propping him for burping. "Where is Seto now?" Yugi asked through giggles invoked by the baby's tiny burps. "He had some paper work to finalize then he'd come home and make dinner."
"Wow…you guys are a real family now." Yugi said with shinning eyes, he was so happy for Joey and one day hoped he too would have that feeling. Joey smiled and carefully handed Jouneth to his godfather. The teen smiled and rocked the infant carefully in his arms. The baby gurgled and studied Yugi's face…but did not cry. "So are you going to be able to graduate on time?"
"Yeah, my teachers sent home alternative assignments for me so I'm all caught up and on the right track." Yugi smiled and giggled as Jouneth cooed softly. "That's good but what are you going to do with the baby until school lets out? I'm sure our teachers wouldn't appreciate a screaming infant during a lesson." The blonde just shook his head, "I don't know, Seto and I haven't really thought about it, why do you ask?"
"Well…I talked to my Grandpa about it and he said he would be more than happy to watch Jouneth." Yugi piped. Joey smiled and ruffled Yugi's hair while scooping his son into his arms, "Come on, lets go make something to eat, I'm starving." The infant gurgled at his mother.
"Here are the finalized reports you asked for sir." Kimia said while handing Seto the paperwork. "Thank you." He said while placing them in his metal brief case. "Are you headed somewhere sir?"
"Yeah I got someone I have to see…a surprise for Joey."
"Oh, well, do tell Joey and the baby hi for me and have a good evening sir."
"Thank you, you too Kimia."
4:26 pm
Domino Rehabilitation Hospital
"Can I help you sir?" Seto calmly walked up to the young woman at the front sign in desk. "Yeah, I'm here for my 4:30 appointment with Jack Wheeler."
"Okay, sing this…put this badge on and follow me this way." The woman led Seto to a meeting room down one of the many white halls. She opened a door to one of the rooms and the brunette entered, his appointment already awaited him.
"Good day Mr. Kaiba." Jack greeted happily, Seto smiled. "Please Mr. Wheeler, call me Seto, I mean, we are family anyway." The dark brown-haired man didn't quite understand what the teen meant but smiled anyway. "So, how is my son?"
"Joey's doing very well, we have about two weeks left before we graduate high school, so we've been studying like crazy for our finals…well…as much as we can anyway." Jack gave Seto an odd look but didn't want to push the subject any further, what was his son's business, was his son's business.
"I can't believe my little boy is going to be all grown up, I wish I could have been a better father for him. But…I guess without all my doings he wouldn't have you Seto. Some good came out of it I guess." The blue-eyed teen smiled, he couldn't believe how much progress the man had made in just one year. He was proud and hoped that he could surprise Joey; it would be his early graduation present. "Mr. Wheeler, do you mind if I show you a picture?" The man shook his head and looked on as the teen revealed a small wallet sized piece of paper from an inside coat pocket. Seto handed the picture to the man opposite him.
"It's a baby."
"Look at the name printed on the bottom."
"Jouneth Katsuya Seto Kaiba, you didn't cheat on my son, did you?" Jack asked in a grave tone. Seto flinched at the ridiculous question. "No! Of course not, but…before I tell you who bore that baby, promise me you will love and accept your son for who he is."
"Of course, Joseph is the reason I am here, I wanna be a good father to him for the remainder of my life, even if it is confined behind these walls and that of a jail cell." Seto felt bad for the man before him; maybe he and Joey could drop all the charges against him once he proved that he could be trusted around his son and grandson. Speaking of which, how was he going to explain to Jack how Joey even got pregnant? He couldn't just say that Yugi used a magic pregnancy spell…then he would be the one that sounded crazy…
'Ah, I've got it!' Seto thought to himself. "Well…you see; Kaiba Corp. is a very strong company in all of its aspects, especially in technology…"
"Yes, go on." Jack urged the teen. "Well, you see through our technology…your son and I… were able to start our own family. That baby is your newborn grandson." Seto watched as his lover's father took up the picture and stared at it for a couple moments. The man's whole being had gone still. Finally his voice came through and Seto jumped at the sudden sound.
"You're serious about this? This baby is really my grandson? And you and Joey conceived him?" Seto nodded his head and watched as the newly found out grandfather held the picture to his heart. "I wish I could have been there for my son's pregnancy…I really fucked everything up. I'm sure his mother wasn't any help either." Seto was really surprised at that, the man was right. "You're right Mr. Wheeler, she hated the whole thing, even condemned Jouneth to death before he was yet to be born."
"That's her alright, she's a very conservative person. She always despised homosexuality." Seto just rolled his eyes; love was love, no matter the shape or form. "Well I'm glad you can handle this Mr. Wheeler." Jack smiled, "Enough talking boy, I wanna see my grandson." The young CEO smiled, he wanted to see his son too, he had been gone all day from home and missed his family. Though he didn't leave the house without kissing his puppy and infant goodbye. It was his new morning routine. "Well, I don't think Joey would appreciate me packing him and the baby up this late in the afternoon, by now Jouneth's had a bath and is probably getting ready for another feeding." The brunette said while looking at his watch. "But I'll see if I can't get them to come down tomorrow." Jack nodded, that was good enough for him, just as long as he got to see his son and meet his grandchild.
6:11 pm
Seto was greeted with a warm wailing of his infant son as he entered his home. "Don't hold him like that Bakura, you're gonna hurt him!" Tristan cried defensively. That made the brunette feel better…Bakura was holding his vulnerable son. He quickened his pace and nearly knocked over his lover.
"Geez, where's the fire honey?" Joey asked while smiling at his missed lover. "Bakura…baby…holding…not good!" The blonde giggled and caught the young CEO's arm in a snug grip. "It's okay, if I didn't trust them they wouldn't be within ten feet of the infant…okay?" Seto calmed himself and nodded his head, "Okay, now give me a hello kiss or your sleepin' on the couch." The blue-eyed teen chuckled, "Rather demanding, aren't you puppy?"
"I haven't seen you all day I missed you." Joey said before closing the distance between them. Seto felt so relieved to be home, this is where he wanted to be. The brunette considered making out with his puppy for a minute longer but was cut short when Jouneth gave a sharp wail. Lets just say Seto had broken the speed barrier.
"What are you doing to make him cry like that Bakura?" The CEO asked while protectively scooping up his first-born. He went right to cuddling his infant and comforting him. The gang looked upon the fond sight. "Here, he's hungry." The blonde said while handing his lover a bottle.
"Here little one, its dinner time for you." Seto said while watching Jouneth greedily take in his formula. "See, isn't that better?" Joey alleged to his baby son. The newborn just looked at his mother.
"Guess what Jou (short for Jouneth)? I got someone I want you to meet tomorrow, me, you, mommy, and uncle Mokuba are gonna go see him." The baby responded by suckling and reaching out one of his tiny hands to touch the hand his father held his bottle with. "Where are we going Seto and who are we meeting?" The blonde inquired curiously. The brunette smiled, "It's an early graduation present…so I'm not telling you."
"Oh…come on Seto!" Joey moaned displeased. "Hey now puppy, control yourself, save that for the bedroom." Bakura derided. "Hey, whitey! What have I told you about the 'puppy' thing? Only I can call Joey that! Do it again and watch your face intercept my fist!"
"Okay stop bickering with Bakura and burp the baby before feeding him the rest of the bottle." The puppy said while taking the bottle and placing a burp rag on the brunette's left shoulder. Seto did as told and Jouneth gave two massive burps and a string of spit up formula. The blonde quickly wiped the substance away and gave the bottle back to Seto to finish the feeding.
"Wow, almost two weeks and the lovers are pros at parenting." Ryou stated after being impressed by the puppy and the master.
9:54 pm
"Is he asleep?" Seto asked quietly while walking into the bedroom he and his lover shared. Joey was resting at an angle against the massive pillows and had Jouneth lying on his tummy, against his chest. The blonde nodded and beamed at his lover. The brunette took a minute to take in the cute image before climbing into bed to sit next to his puppy. "He's a trooper, putting up with those crazy friends of yours." Seto softly spoke while gently stroking his infant's fragile head. The amber-eyed teen smiled, "He's such a good baby." The couple lingered in this state for a while then the brunette carefully, not to disturb his slumbering child, took Jouneth into his arms and walked down the hall to the nursery.
Seto POV
This has got to be the best thing in the world. I can finally put my son to sleep in his crib. I kiss his forehead before laying him on his back on the mattress of the crib. I admire how peaceful he looks and I smile. Though my son is lost in a deep sleep I have long forgotten, his little pacifier is moving as he sucks on it. It has got to be one of the most endearing things I have ever seen. I can't wait until his first laugh and his first smile. I hope the puppy and I will be the firsts to witness those moments. I slip the Winnie the Pooh quilt over his little body; it feels great to tuck him in at night.
End Seto POV
"Good night Jouneth, sweet dreams. Mommy and Daddy love you." With that Seto reached into the crib and turned on the little light up crib aquarium. He then shut off the light and went back to his own room, turning on the baby monitor before getting comfortable. Joey welcomed him lovingly and together they cuddled until unknown exhaustion put them to sleep. They were going to have a long day tomorrow and a screaming baby within the next four to four and a half hours. They needed all the sleep they could possibly get.
9:58 am
"There, Daddy says we're going somewhere important so you have to look your best, you know…being the son of a famous CEO will do that to ya." Jouneth just patiently waited for his mother to finish dressing him in his little baby tigger overalls outfit. "Well, aren't you just a doll, you should see how cute you look." Jouneth babbled in his own language in response to the adult caring for him.
"Okay, are we ready to go?" Seto asked while entering the nursery. The infant quickly averted his baby blue eyes to gaze at his father. "Yeah, we should be. I just need to grab the diaper bag and we can leave." Joey explained. The brunette nodded his head then kissed his lover quickly before doing the same to his son's forehead.
10:33 am
Domino Rehabilitation Hospital
Joey arched an eyebrow at his lover when he realized what building's parking lot they were pulling into. "Seto…you're going to expose our soon to some mentally crazy person?" The young CEO smiled, "No, you silly puppy."
"But then…what are we doing here?"
"You'll see."
Seto parked his vehicle and he and the rest of his family piled out of the SUV and made their way into the building. Once inside, one of the workers led the group into one of the visiting rooms. Joey about died when he saw whom they were meeting.
"Seto Kaiba! Are you crazy!" The blonde cried freaked out about the whole situation. The brunette turned and calmed his lover. "Joey, it's alright, he's been here for a little over a year. He's a changed man, trust me." The puppy looked up into his lover's honest blue eyes then averted them over Seto's shoulder and glanced at his father.
"Dad?" Joey spoke softly as he approached the man cautiously. The dark-haired adult stood up and nodded. The amber-eyed teen smiled and embraced his father. Jack hadn't been happier. The father and son pulled away.
"You've grown up since we last met, did you perhaps go through a life defining event?" Jack asked while referring to the birth of his grandson. Joey looked over to his boyfriend and beamed brightly. "I believe you brought me someone I'm supposed to met." The shorter teen took his place next to his lover and watched as Seto carefully set the car seat down on the table in the middle of the room. Joey then lifted the quilt back to reveal a wide-awake baby boy. "Dad, meet your week and a half old grandson, Jouneth."
The couple watched as the man's eyes lit up with superb excitement and happiness. "Well, would you look at that? Aren't you a precious little guy?" Jack said while gently taking one the baby's tiny hands into his fingers. The infant just looked and suckled on his pacifier as the adult above him smiled and laughed lightly. Joey took to undoing the buckles and lifted his son into his arms, "Jouneth, this is your grandpa, Grandpa Jack." The dark-haired man carefully cradled his grandson as he was placed in his arms…though…that didn't last too long. Seeing as how the infant had never seen this person before, he was scared and insecure so he did what came naturally to him when he felt discomfort.
"Shhhh, you're okay little one, here take your binky back." Seto said while holding the pacifier to the baby's mouth. Jouneth did take the pacifier but didn't stop crying until he was in his mother's arms once again.
"He's amazing Joseph. I couldn't be more proud of you my boy. Just to think how grown up you're gonna be after you graduate high school is enough to make your old man feel…well…old." Jack said with a smile gracing his lips. The blonde teen couldn't help but smile at his drastically changed father. His family was starting to grow; Joey's new hopes were to convince his mother to love him and her grandson, no matter how they were born or whom they love. His father was willing to except it; maybe his mother would eventually come around and warm up to them. Maybe if she met Jouneth in person?
Author's Note: So, what did you think? I bet you didn't see that coming hu? That's okay, it was intended that it be a surprise! Joey surely was that was for sure! Anyway, thanks so much for reading and don't forget to review!