MP: Hello again my loyal readers! This is chapter two of my sequel story! I hope I captured the emotion well enough in this chapter. Oh, and there's a part near the end of this where you kinda had to read the Yu-Gi-Oh manga (volume 4). But, if you haven't read it,don't let that stop you from enjoying the story. Anyway, here ya go. Chappie 2...

Disclaimer: I don't own Yu-Gi-Oh!

Seal Of Fears

Chapter 2

The sound of hurried feet echoed outside the main entrance of Domino Hospital. Two teenage boys came barging through the large glass doors. One was tall with wild blonde hair and honey brown eyes, filled with urgency. The other boy was shorter, with spiky, multicolored hair and large purple eyes. They rushed up to the front desk, where a nurse greeted them with a warm smile. "Hello, how may I help you?" she asked.

Yugi recognized her from when he came to the hospital to see Joey's body. He shuttered at the memory. "Serenity Wheeler! What room?" Joey shouted panting. The nurse understood him and told them to go to room A23 on the next floor up. The two nodded in thanks and went to the elevator. Yugi could tell by his blonde friends anxious face that he was very worried. Of course, he had a good reason to be.

Tea stood in room A23. She was looking at the white floor. She stole a glance at her friend in the hospital bed in front of her. She couldn't help but jerk her head away. She couldn't bare seeing the girl like this.

The brunette heard the clatter of fast footsteps coming down the hall. "Oh no...it's them." she whispered to herself. She didn't want to see her friend's reaction to what lay before her. She had already seen Tristan's breakdown when he came in. He now sat by Serenity's bedside, holding her hand, and tearful expression on his face. It was really unnatural for him to look like this. He was always acting tough.
Tea stepped away from the door as it flew open. Yugi and Joey appeared in the doorway, stopping dead upon seeing the scene in the room.

Serenity Wheeler was lying on the hospital bed. Her body was limp and lifeless. Bandages were tightly wrapped around her shoulder, leading down to her waist. They were stained with faded crimson blood. But was most shocking was her face. Her eyes were opened wide, her mouth agape. Her expression was twisted in fear and horror. Like she was frozen in mid scream.

Yugi clapped his hands over his mouth to keep from screaming. Joey's body twitched, attempting to move him. He stumbled toward the bed, feeling like his legs would give way at any moment. He stopped at the side of his sister's bed and dropped to his knees. He couldn't believe this was happening. This was his sister in this bed, petrified, not even moving.

An eerie silence lingered in the room. Only the sound of beeping from the heart monitor was heard. After what seemed like an eternity, the deaf sound was broken by the male Wheeler. He stood up swiftly. His fists clenched tight, and tears building in his eyes, he burned with rage.

"Who did dis?" he growled. His voice seemed unfamiliar. Like it wasn't Joey speaking, but a snarling demon. "Tell me!" he ordered. Everyone looked at Tea. They stared, waiting, like expecting her to know the answer. "I-I don't know." she confessed in a sad voice. "What do you mean ya don't know?" Joey practically yelled. "Joey! Don't yell at her! It's not her fault!" Yugi defended his female friend. Tea explained her story, trying her best not to break out in tears.

"We just went out for ice cream...and..I got in an argument with the guy who worked at the stand. When it was over, I noticed she wasn't with me. So I checked the alley nearby. That's when I found her like...this.."

Tristan jumped up, clutching Joey's shoulders when the blonde boy looked like he was about to go on a rampage. "Joey! Calm down man! It's not Tea's fault! Just settle down!" he shouted. The blonde was panting in anger, but knew his brunette friend was right. He took a deep breath and sat down on a chair next to Serenity's bed.

"I'm sorry." he said, leaning over on the bed. He closed his eyes, letting hot tears fall. "It's just..." There was no use in putting on his tough guy act. He couldn't even if he tried. "Joey..." Yugi said sympathetically, putting a hand on his friend's shoulder. "...it's okay to be upset."

Joey was quiet. He took hold of his sister's hand, treating it like the most precious thing in the world. He suddenly straightened up, looking like he had just made a discovery. "Hey guys." he said, catching everyone's attention once again. The three teens looked to Joey. The blonde turned the red head's hand over to the palm. It revealed a strange marking. It was a blood red circle, with a ten pointed star inside. "What's dis?"

Later that night, the lights were still on at the Mutou house. Solomon Mutou was sweeping the game shop that he and his grandson lived right above. It was closing time and the store was empty and quiet. Yugi had called, saying he was at the hospital to visit Serenity, and would be back around nine o'clock. So Mr. Mutou, known better as Grandpa, was doing Yugi's usual chore.

He set the broom aside, wiping the sweat from his brow. "There all the work's down." he sighed to himself. "Time to prepare for bed." The old man stretched a little, before walking to the front door. He opened it slightly and turned the Open sign to Closed. He turned back to the living room and made his way to the stairs.

Suddenly, he heard something. A low voice calling him, "..solomon..." "What? Who's there?" Grandpa asked looking around. "..solomon..." the voice repeated. It seemed to be coming from the back room, where he kept all the Duel Monsters cards that were shipped to the store. "..solomon.." the voice called once again. Grandpa walked to the back room, peering inside. "Yugi? Is that you calling me?" he asked. "..solomon..." He followed the voice into the dark room.

"Hello?"

Slowly, a black fog began to gather. "What? Smoke? Is there a fire?" the gray haired man began to panic. the black cloud rose around him, allowing nothing but blackness. "What's going on?" the old man asked. He began coughing on the smoke. Out of nowhere, a red circle appeared around him. A ten pointed star pattern traced itself across.

The man stopped choking on the smoke as it was blocked off by an invisible wall. "What on earth?" he asked. A growl came from somewhere in the dark. Grandpa turned to see nothing but black. He turned around, trying to see where the exit was. The growl came again.

The old man noticed it was closer this time. He turned again. Nothing was there. Out of the bottom of his eye, he saw something on the ground. It was a Duel Monsters card. His walked over to it and bent down."How'd this get here?" he asked, picking it up. It was a Swordstalker, a powerful monster card. Suddenly, the picture began to swirl, like a whirlpool.

A dark purple lump appeared, followed by white eyes and an evil smile. It seemed to emerge from the card like magic. "Ah!" Grandpa yelled, dropping it in surprise. Soon, a life-size Swordstalker was standing in front of the old man. It was real, flesh and blood. Out of nowhere, more cards appeared on the floor. Out of each, came a vicious monster.

Headless Knight, Drill Bug, Harpy Lady, Silver Fang, Great Moth, Hitotsu-Me Giant, Armored Zombie, they kept coming. Soon, Grandpa's vision was full of snarling monsters. "W-what's going on?" he cried. His heart was beating like a hammer. This was just like what happened with Seto Kaiba so many years ago. He felt as though he could hardly breathe.

The Swordstalker gripped the handle of it's jagged yellow sword. It growled, as if giving a command to all the monsters. They all growled in response. With one swift movement, they all lunged at the old man. A scream filled the empty game shop.

The cloaked man walked into the back room as the smoke cleared. The circle had faded away and the monsters disappeared. "These mortals are too easy." he laughed. The old man lay on the ground, looking much like the red headed girl had.

A clatter came from the other room. "Grandpa, I'm home!" a voice called. The cloaked man looked behind him, catching a glimpse of spiky hair. He smirked and looked back at the man. "Two down. So many more to go." Without warning, he disappeared back into the shadows.

Yugi walked back to the game shop where he lived. He was looking at the sidewalk, staring off into space. He couldn't help but think of Serenity and Joey. He'd never seen his blonde friend act like that before. Especially not towards a friend.

Aibou, are you all right? Yami asked, appearing next to him in spirit form.

Sort of...I mean, Serenity's in the hospital. Yugi answered.

Yes, I know. I'm sorry.

It's not your fault Yami. But thanks anyway.

Light...

Yes Yami?

...nothing.

No, really, what is it?

...It's just..I don't mean to worry you...but when we were at the hospital, I felt a strange power.

Are you sure it wasn't just Joey's rage? Yugi joked.

No, I'm serious. I felt something...something strong, something dark...something...

...something?

...something evil.

Yugi was about to respond when he noticed he was at the door to his home."Oh, we're home already?" he asked himself. He placed his hand on the door, ready to push it open, when Yami stopped him.

Aibou! There it is!

What?

That feeling! The same one I felt with Serenity!

Huh?

Yugi put two and two together. If this was the same power Yami felt with Serenity, then, did that mean...

"Grandpa!"

Yugi pushed open the door and went inside. "Grandpa, I home!" he shouted, hoping to get a reply. "Grandpa?" he yelled out. "Grandpa, are you here?" he called. The small duelist noticed the door of the back room open. "That's weird." he said to himself.

The boy walked to the back room. He glanced in through the doorway. "Gran-" he stopped in mid sentence at the sight before him. His eyes widened and his legs felt weak. He tried to say something, but the words seemed to die on his lips. Finally he managed to stutter out a cry.

"G-Grandpa?"

MP: Phew. Well, there it is! Chapter two. I hope you enjoyed it. I'm trying to end my chapters with more suspense this time. I like it. But, it's you readers who keep it alive, so you decide. Anyway, I'm gonna go work on my next chappie. Oh, and I DO have a preview for chapter 3 this time! Anyway, see ya'll later! Read and Review!
Preview for Chapter 3

Aibou? Are you okay?

Not really Yami. I'm still worried about Grandpa.

"What happened to him?" Joey asked.

Yugi and Yami were a little surprised that Joey was now in on the conversation. But remembered why.

Oh yeah, you can see ghosts huh?

Yes, I'm still not used to talking with you in spirit form.

"Yeah. Still adjusting to it myself."

Hey, how can you read my thoughts in this conversation? I'm not a ghost.

"I dunno" Joey shrugged.

Anyway, Grandpa was attacked last night.

"What? By who?"

I don't know. I just found him in the back room, lying on the floor.

We do have a theory though.

"What?"

That it was the same person who attacked Serenity.

"How can you tell that?"

Because Grandpa has the same symbol on his hand that Serenity had.

Joey was silent for a moment.

Joey? Are you okay?

"Yeah...but it's weird."

I know what you mean. First Serenity, now Grandpa.

"It seems like the targets are circling around our loved ones."

But, if that's true, then...who's next?