Star: HIYA! I'm back! I hope you all had a good Christmas and New Years! I know I did!

Anyway, I am proud to announce that I have finally finished this chapter:blows noise maker: WOOT! So I hope you all enjoy!

Yami: Does this one have the lemon?

Star: Why would I tell you that?

Yami: Cause you love me and hate to see me sexually deprived.

Yugi: O.O :backs away from Yami:

Star: I'm not telling cause I don't want to ruin it for the readers.

Yami: T.T You are mean

Star:hugs: Thank you!

disclaimer: I don't own, you can't sue. I've said it before, I really hate you!

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(Yugi's thoughts)

((Yami's thoughts))

/mind link/

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SPECIAL NEWS! This chapter is dedicated to Cherazz22784! Happy Late Birthday! Thanks for sticking with me this far:MEGA GLOMP: You're the best!

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The doctor walked in to the room, and received another shock. Here was the patient and his friend, hugging and spinning around the room, laughing loudly and not caring who heard. He really had to pick better times to come in. He cleared his throat, catching the other boy's attention. He smiled when the two turned and looked at him, a bright red blush covering both of their faces.

"I see you are feeling much better, Yugi. After all, it's not every day that one goes from lying immobile in bed to jumping around the room like a monkey," he said, earning an even brighter blush from the boy.

"Um…well…you see," Yugi stuttered, trying to explain what he and Yami were doing, but he couldn't get a complete sentence out.

The doctor raised his hand, silencing the other boy. "It's ok," he said with a chuckle. "I'm just glad to see that you have recovered."

"Yep. I can even walk a little now!" Yugi said happily.

"You can?"

"Yep! Yami helped me!" Yugi said, giving his dark a hug, who just smiled happily and hugged him back.

"That's good to hear. I'll go get the nurse, and we'll see how far you've come along," the doctor said, leaving the two boys alone again.

"I'm so happy for you, Love," Yami said, nuzzling his cheek against Yugi's, drawing a giggle from the smaller boy.

"Maybe I can leave after this. I just want to spend time with you alone," Yugi said as he kissed Yami's cheek.

"You and me, forever," the spirit said.

"Longer than forever," Yugi replied.

Their moment was broken when the doctor walked back in the room, followed by a nurse holding a clipboard in her hands. She smiled at the two boys, silently apologizing for walking in on them during their time.

"Yami-"

"Don't ask me to leave the room," Yami interrupted her. "I'm not leaving Yugi," the spirit said, tightening his grip on the boy, his crimson eyes showing his determination.

"I understand. But you will need to let go of him, before we can start this," the doctor said.

Yami reluctantly let go of Yugi, keeping his arms around the boy a few moments longer incase he lost his balance again. When he saw that Yugi was ok, he walked over to a chair and sat down. He smiled at his hikari, and received a nervous smile back. /You'll be fine. Just do it like before./

Yugi nodded at him, and turned to the doctor, taking a deep breath and preparing himself. The doctor smiled at him, and walked over to him, taking a few notes on the clipboard. After a minute, he pulled Yugi over to the bed and sat him down. He checked the boy's reflexes, smiling and taking down notes all the time. "Ok. Now let's see you walk," he said, taking a few steps away from the bed, giving Yugi room.

Yugi bit his lip in nervousness, when he suddenly felt comfort and reassurance flow through the link. He glanced at Yami, feeling better when he saw his lover smiling at him. He smiled back and sent a mental hug to his dark. He then turned to look at the doctor, and with resolve, stood up, and took a step forwards.

The doctor, the nurse, and Yami all smiled at him, making him feel better. "That was good," the doctor said, writing something down. Yugi looked over at Yami, who nodded and smiled again. The teen let out a relieved sigh and relaxed slightly. If he could just do a few more like that, everything would be fine. The doctor asked him to do it again, and he complied, walking a few more steps. He wobbled slightly, but caught himself before he fell.

"You're still a bit unsteady, but you are progressing," the doctor said.

The nurse walked over to him, holding his shoulder lightly, incase he started to wobble again. "You are doing wonderfully," she said, giving his shoulder a light squeeze.

Yugi thanked her, when he felt a slight prick in the back of his head. The prick started to throb lightly. (I better stop worrying before I get a headache,) Yugi told himself, coming out of his thoughts when the doctor asked him to walk to him. (Ok, just have to go half way across the room. I can do this.) Yugi started to walk towards the man, gaining confidence with each step. But with each step it seemed the throbbing in his head seemed to grow. (Just get past it. It's just a headache,) he told himself. He wobbled again, but made it to the doctor.

"Very good! Now turn around and walk back."

Yugi nodded, and turned, starting to walk back. He took a few steps, but stopped when he became unsteady. He glanced worriedly at Yami, who started to sense something was wrong. The spirit leaned forward in the chair, ready to go to his aibou's aid. /It's ok, Yugi. Just a little farther./

Yugi turned to look back at the nurse, and started walking again. He took a few more steps, when suddenly he closed his eyes and fell forwards, the pain in his head becoming unbearable.

Yami dove out of the chair, and caught Yugi before he hit the ground. He held the boy in his arms, calling to him. "Yugi! Open your eyes! Come on!"

Yugi opened his eyes half way, looking up at his dark with a pained expression, tears starting to form at the edges of his eyes. "Yami, it hurts."

"What does?" he asked, but didn't receive an answer, watching as Yugi's face twisted in pain, the smaller boy grabbing his head, yanking his hair while trying to stop the pain.

"Make it stop! Yami, make it go away!" he cried.

"What's wrong with him!" Yami asked the doctor who was kneeling next to him.

"It looks like a headache, probably from the stress, but just to be sure, I'm going to do a few more tests. Bring him over to the bed, and I'll be right back," he said, once again exiting the room with the nurse.

The spirit hurried towards the bed, and placed his light under the covers. "Yugi?" he said quietly, not wanting to give the boy any more pain. Yugi didn't reply, but bit his lip and whimpered quietly. Yami frowned and sat on the bed next to his light, gently stroking the boy's hair. It seemed to help a little as Yugi's face took on a calm expression, and his hands released his head. He opened his violet eyes, and looked up tiredly at the Pharaoh.

"Are you feeling better, Koibito?" Yami asked quietly.

Yugi nodded his head, and closed his eyes again, sighing lightly as Yami's fingers continued to trail through his hair. "I'm sorry Yami. I must have disappointed you."

Yami shook his head. "Of course not! But you did scare me when you fell over. But you'll be better now."

Yugi nodded his head again, turning his head to the side and looking up at Yami. The spirit smiled softly at him, his scarlet eyes filled with love. Yugi's eyes closed half way as he continued to stare at Yami, feeling the throbbing in his head slowly leave. Without moving his eyes away from Yami, Yugi started to reach for something next to him. Yami, quickly catching on, reached over Yugi's form and handed the boy the Dark Magician plushie. Yugi held it tightly, and he relaxed a little more, leaning into Yami's caresses.

They sat in silence for a few minutes, until the doctor came back in. Yami turned to look at him, but Yugi didn't move his gaze from his dark. The doctor walked over to the bed, and placed a hand on Yugi's forehead. After a few seconds, he removed his hand and placed an electronic thermometer in the teen's mouth. When the thermometer beeped, he took it out, and smiled when he read that Yugi's temperature was normal. The boys were relieved as well to find out that nothing was wrong.

"I'm going to give you some medicine that should get rid of the headache," said the doctor as he motioned for the nurse to come over. She handed him a glass of water and a pain killer. Yami helped Yugi sit up, and the boy leaned against Yami for support. His hand was shaking slightly as he took the glass of water, so Yami had to help Yugi again. Finally Yugi swallowed the pill, sighing as he felt Yami gently rub circles on his back. The pain killer seemed to take effect immediately, as the throbbing in his head turned into a dull ache.

"You should be fine now, but you must take it easy. Someone who went through your ordeal should stay in bed and rest. The last thing you want is a relapse of last night." Yami's eyes widened, and he felt Yugi tense up beside him. The last thing the two boys wanted to think about was last night.

"He'll be ok now?" the spirit asked the man.

"Yes. If he takes care of himself. We don't know how long he could be like this, and he could very well get sick again, and this time it could be worse. So you must be careful," the doctor warned. Yugi nodded, and leaned closer to Yami. "You must take care of him, Yami. In his state, anything could happen. Make sure he gets better."

Yami nodded as well, wrapping his arms around Yugi. He would do anything to ensure his aibou's well being. /You'll be back to yourself in no time, hikari. You'll see./

/You'll help/

/Of course I will./

"Now, you should stay here for a while longer, so that we can monitor your condition."

"But we can't! Tomorrow is our last day here. We have to leave after tomorrow," said Yami quickly. He wanted to get Yugi out of there quickly. He hated hospitals, especially when he was there because of his aibou.

"Would you like to go?" the doctor asked Yugi.

Yugi only nodded in return, too weary to speak. He wanted to leave as badly as Yami. He just wanted to spend some time alone with his love, and that was not going to happen in the hospital. Yugi gently tugged on Yami's sleeve, causing the other boy to tighten his grip on him. He felt comfort flow through him from his darker half, and relaxed slightly. But he knew that he wouldn't feel completely safe until he was a far distance away from this place. He had had bad experiences with hospitals, and planned to stay far away from one in the future.

"Ok then. Yami, come with me," the doctor said as he started to turn away. A small whimper stopped him though, and he turned back around to find Yugi looking slightly scared and holding on to Yami's arm tightly. "Don't worry. Yami just needs to fill out some forms, and he'll be right back."

"It's ok, Aibou. I won't be long," said Yami as he kissed Yugi's forehead and walked out the door with the doctor. Yugi watched him go, looking lost and alone.

He felt someone place their hand on his shoulder, and looked up at the nurse. She smiled kindly at him, and he felt slightly better. "You better get dressed, honey. I'll get your things for you."

Yugi smiled at her, as she placed his clothes and accessories on the bed in front of him. He quickly reached for the Millennium Puzzle, and placed it around his neck, instantly feeling better now that the familiar weight was back. He ran his fingers over the symbols, tracing the outline of the eye on the front. He felt so much safer, more secure, and more in tune with Yami. He sighed happily, and held the puzzle in his hands lovingly.

"That pendant must be very special to you," the nurse said.

"Yes. It's one of the most important things in the world," Yugi answered.

The nurse smiled at him and gave him a brief hug. "You get better soon, ok? Take care of yourself, sweetie," she said as she waved him goodbye and walked out the door, giving him privacy to dress.

When Yami walked back in the room, he saw Yugi lying on his back on the bed, fully dressed. He was just lying there, his eyes closed, holding the Dark Magician plushie in one arm, and stroking the puzzle with his other hand. Yami walked over, and gave him a light kiss. When he pulled away, Yugi opened his eyes and smiled at him.

"You ready to go, Yugi?" the Pharaoh asked.

Yugi didn't answer, but grabbed Yami's hand and intertwined their fingers. Yami smiled and pulled him up slowly. The spirit helped the other stand up, and pulled him into a hug. "Can you walk?" he asked.

"Yes, I can," Yugi replied.

Yami nodded, and placed one arm around Yugi's waist, and guided him to the door. They walked slowly, Yugi still being slightly weak from his ordeal. They walked in the elevator, and Yugi leaned against Yami's chest. His eyes started to droop shut out of weariness, and noticing this, Yami held him closer. "I can carry you if you want," he said.

Yugi didn't answer, but shook his head sleepily. The pain killers were really working well. Those, combined with the stress, were making him so tired. "Are you sure," he heard Yami ask. Again Yugi only shook his head. Faintly, he heard the elevator doors slide open. "I better carry you. You're almost asleep. You want me to?" This time Yugi nodded his head. He couldn't fight it anymore. He felt himself being lifted up into Yami's arms, and dropped his head against the spirit's shoulder. He snuggled into the embrace, fighting to stay awake, but sleep was winning the battle.

"Rest, Little One. You are worn out," the Pharaoh said as he carried his hikari through the lobby, and exited the hotel. The light from outside momentarily blinded him, but he didn't stop till he was a few feet away from the doors. The further away he was from this place, the better. The spirit looked around, and when he found what he was searching for, walked over to a silver car.

Yugi didn't say anything during this time. His eyes were almost shut, sleep having won the battle. His body relaxed completely in Yami's arms, and he held on to the plush toy lightly as he fell asleep. "Thanks for coming," he heard Yami say, but it was far away.

"No problem," he heard another voice say. He knew that voice. It was so familiar. It was on the tip of his tongue, but he was just too sleepy to think of anything other than how tired he was. He heard an engine start, and felt some movement, but still couldn't figure out where he was. "Is he asleep?" he heard the voice ask.

"Almost," he heard Yami reply. (Too many noises,) he thought as he scrunched his face up, and tried to hide from the noises by burying his face in Yami's neck. He felt Yami start stroking his side softly, calming him, till finally Yugi was asleep.

Yami watched as his light finally shut his eyes, falling into a light sleep. He smiled as he watched the boy let go of the plushie in favor of holding Yami's hand. The spirit continued to caress his lover's side, crimson eyes overflowing with love as he gazed down at Yugi. ((Beautiful angel,)) he thought. As if hearing his thoughts, Yugi let out a small smile, making the Pharaoh smile as well. ((I love you so much, my aibou. I will never leave your side.)) /Sweet dreams, my little beauty./

A little while later, the car pulled up to the entrance of the hotel. "Can you manage?"

"Yes. Thanks again, Kyoji," said Yami as he climbed out of the car, still holding a sleeping Yugi in his arms. The spirit entered the hotel lobby and headed for the elevator. He tried to be as gentle as possible, but unfortunately, Yugi stirred and woke up.

"Where are we?" he asked, sleep etched in his voice.

"We're almost to the suite. Just a little further," Yami said as he walked in to the elevator.

"Tired…" the smaller boy mumbled.

"I know. Soon you will be able to go to bed."

Finally, Yami walked into their suite, and walked to the bedroom, depositing his aibou on the bed and placing the covers on top of him. Yugi curled into a ball and closed his eyes. Yami brushed his bangs out of his face, causing Yugi to open his eyes again. Violet stared into crimson, as the two lovers gazed at each other. The smaller whimpered slightly, making the spirit curious. "What's wrong, koibito?"

/You stay with me/

Yami smiled softly, and climbed into the bed. He embraced his hikari, and held him tightly. He moved, but felt something poke into his back. He moved again, and again he felt something poke his back. He moved a final time, but was stabbed in the back painfully. Finally he sat up, and saw that he was lying on top of the Dark Magician plushie. The staff was what had been poking into his back.

"Ra, that staff hurts!" Yami said as he rubbed his back. Yugi just giggled, as he pulled the plush toy in his arm.

"Looks like DM doesn't like you lying on him."

"What's worse, is that the thing looks happy that it hurt me," Yami said, looking at the doll warily. Yugi looked at the toy, and sure enough, the doll had a smug look on his face.

"That'd teach you to lie on top of my doll," the smaller said, as he poked Yami in the ribs. "Mahado wouldn't be happy if he knew you were lying on a figure of him."

Yami just stuck his tongue out. Yugi repeated the action, and was surprised when Yami quickly pulled him into a kiss. When they pulled apart, Yugi glared at him. "You meanie! You planned that!"

Yami smirked, making Yugi glare at him more. The hikari lightly bopped his dark on the head with the stuffed toy, making Yami hang his head in shame. Yugi smiled and kissed his lover's cheek. He then lay on his back on top of the spirit, and turned his head upside down and looked up. Yami stared down at him, and started to stroke Yugi's hair. The boy's amethyst eyes drooped slightly, and he let out a content sigh. "What time is it?" he asked.

"It's two thirty in the afternoon. You have plenty of time to sleep."

/But I'm not tired./ Yugi said through their link, while yawning. Yami just smirked, causing Yugi to glare again at the spirit. The boy lifted the Dark Magician plushie again, making Yami cover his head in fright. Yugi laughed at the sight, then closed his eyes. He lightly hummed the tune to Mizu no Akashi (1) as Yami continued to stroke his hair. A bit into the song, Yugi's voice started to die down, till finally it faded away, as once again, Yugi fell into a peaceful slumber.

Yami once again watched his light sleep, letting his dark ruby eyes travel over his lover's form. Yugi's voice remained in his mind, the soft and gentle tune playing over and over. The more he though of it, the more beautiful it became. Everything else was blocked out, till all he could hear was the haunting melody of Yugi's singing. The spirit traced a finger softly down Yugi's cheek, marveling at the softness of it. ((How can someone be so beautiful? He must really be an angel.)) Yami thought as he continued to gaze at the sleeping boy. ((I can't believe he chose me. It's like a wonderful dream, and I never want to wake up. Yugi's just so perfect.)) "Yugi, my aibou, the light who saved me from the dark, I love you, and I promise to protect you till the end of time," the Pharaoh whispered to his lover, before following Yugi into the land of dreams.

It was a little after five thirty when Yugi woke again. He looked around, a little confused as to where he was. When he figured it out, he relaxed. He closed his eyes again, letting everything flow back to him. He remembered everything, from the day they arrived at the hotel, to a few hours ago. Memories of the snowball fight he and Yami had, the first kiss they shared, the punches, his date with Kyoji, his dreams, the lake he found, the girl he met, the hospital he woke up in, the doctors and nurses; everything came back to him. The one thing he knew he'd never be able to forget was the way Yami's eyes had looked when he woke up. The fear in his scarlet eyes was so different from the usual calm and collected look. The spirit had been so afraid, and it was all because of him. Yugi would always feel guilty about causing his lover such fear and pain.

He was pulled from his thoughts when he felt Yami shift under him. He opened his eyes and looked up, but upon finding the only thing he could see was the ceiling and the top of Yami's hair, he turned around and lay on his stomach, his body covering the Pharaoh's. His movements woke Yami from his sleep, and the spirit's eyes fluttered open and locked with Yugi's. The two smiled at each other, love flowing through them. Yami embraced Yugi tightly, kissing him deeply. When he pulled away, Yugi had a goofy smile on his face, his amethyst eyes fogged over in pleasure. The Pharaoh chuckled, and nipped his aibou's bottom lip lightly, drawing a light moan from the boy. /Are you feeling better now, aibou/ Yami asked.

/Yes. I'm feeling much better./

/I'm glad./ Yami said as he pulled his light into another kiss. The spirit feverishly pressed his lips against Yugi's, his tongue slipping into the soft, warm mouth. His tongue plundered the boy's cavern, exploring every part of the mouth. Yugi's tongue came up and caressed his, sending shivers down his spine. He nibbled on Yugi's tongue, causing mewls of pleasure to come from the boy. Yami fought to keep his own moans down, as he continued to pleasure his light. The Pharaoh ravished the smaller boy's mouth, savoring the sweet, exotic taste of his lover.

The two tongues battled against each other, twisting and caressing with each touch. Twin moans of pleasure filled the room, as the boys continued their kiss. Hands snaked through Yami's hair, as Yugi shivered when he felt fingers trail down his sides. They became light headed from the heat of their kiss, and from lack of oxygen. They broke apart reluctantly, and suddenly Yugi found himself lying underneath Yami. He looked into Yami's eyes, and found himself trapped by the ruby orbs full of love, lust, and pure passion. His eyes shut when Yami came back down and nibbled at his bottom lip again. He trailed his hands through Yami's silky hair, gasping as he felt the spirit's fingers slip under his shirt and caress his stomach.

Yami ran his fingers over Yugi's stomach, feeling the muscles ripple under his touch. He dragged them across Yugi's chest, bringing another moan from his light. He pushed the shirt up, exposing his light's creamy white chest. One finger gingerly ran up the boy's chest, just missing his nipple. Yugi gasped loudly, then moaned in pleasure. Yami turned his lust clouded eyes to his love, and moaned lightly. His light looked so desirable there, so perfect and beautiful, his cheeks reddened from his passion. The Pharaoh nuzzled his cheek against Yugi's, and licked the boy's lips.

He was about to start another kiss when the ringing of the phone cut through the sensual atmosphere like a knife. The boys were roughly pulled from their pleasure, panting heavily as they tried to return to their normal states. Yugi blushed fiercely, realizing what had been going on. Embarrassment all over his face, he pulled his shirt down quickly. Yami was just glaring at the phone, wishing the person on the other Iine would die and burn in hell. Angrily he picked up the phone. "Yes?" he barked.

"Excuse me, is this Yami Mouto?"

"Yes, who's this?"

"I am calling from the hospital concerning Yugi Mouto."

All Yami's anger vanished in a flash, replaced by fear and confusion, but mostly fear. Why was the hospital calling? Was there something wrong? Did the doctors find something bad? Yugi had just gotten out, so why were they calling again? "W-what is it?" Yami said, stuttering slightly, making Yugi look at him confusedly.

"I am just calling to inform you that the doctor has said he should take one Advil everyday until he can walk normally. Also that he must keep warm at all times to prevent him from becoming sick," said the person on the other side.

"O-ok. I understand," Yami said, his voice still shaking as he got over his former shock. "Thank you." Yami then hung up the phone and sat there, staring at the machine with a blank look on his face. He could feel his heart racing, fear still running through him.

"Yami?" he heard Yugi call. He turned to look at his light, his face still holding no emotions to reveal his terror. "What's wrong?"

Yami didn't answer him, but embraced Yugi tightly, holding him close to make sure that Yugi wouldn't be taken away. His bottom lip started to tremble, and soon his whole body was shaking. He held Yugi tighter, trying to keep himself together the only way he knew how; by holding his love. He tried to stop his shaking, but it was no use. Just the thought of Yugi being taken away again was enough to make him break down. He bit his lip to try and keep himself together, but it didn't help either.

"Yami?" Yugi called again. He was becoming worried. Yami was just holding him, his body trembling violently. He hadn't said anything since he hung up the phone. The phone call was what had brought this state on, and Yugi was curious as to what the person on the other line had told his yami. He was also angry; how DARE that person cause Yami such pain! He would never forgive them for making his dark half like this. Yugi shook his head; now was not the time to think of that. He had to calm Yami down.

"Yami? What's wrong?" he questioned. When Yami didn't give him an answer, he tried to get out of the hug to have a better look at the spirit's face. Though when he tried to move, he was pulled even closer to the trembling body lying on top of him. Yami let out a fearful sounding whimper, and buried his face in Yugi's hair. "Yami? What's the matter?"

Again Yami stayed silent, and finally Yugi had had enough. He grabbed Yami's face and lifted it up, and gasped in surprise when he looked into scared crimson orbs. Confusion and worry filled his own as he stared deeply into the Pharaoh's eyes. The younger boy lifted his hand, and gently placed it on the other's cheek. "What's wrong, love?" Yugi asked quietly.

Yami just stared back at his aibou, fear and sadness still flowing through him. He was scared, completely and fully scared. When he answered the phone, he felt as if his world had shattered. He never wanted to think of Yugi in the hospital ever again. He just wanted to forget everything that had happened to his hikari. But just looking at the boy brought back those memories. It was just too much. /Yami, please answer me/ he heard his aibou plead. But the Pharaoh was too afraid to speak. He was afraid that if he tried to talk, he would break down completely.

Yugi was starting to become afraid. Wasn't there any way for him to get his yami to calm down? Suddenly, he got an idea. It was worth a shot, after all. He crawled out of the embrace, drawing another scared whimper from the boy. He sat up, and placed Yami's head on his chest, gently running his fingers through the spiked hair, whispering calming words to the spirit. He then started to hum the tune to Mizu no Akashi again, the slow, peaceful melody reverberating off the walls, surrounding the two.

Yami's breath caught in his throat when he heard Yugi's soft voice. It was even more beautiful than last time, laced with comfort, love, and desperation. He slowly started to calm, the music trapping him in a dream like state. Small fingers gently ran through his hair, removing his fear and sadness. Yugi's voice was soothing his soul, and he closed his eyes, letting the music flow through him. Love was flooding through their link from the other boy, and Yami felt safe. Everything would be all right if only he could stay forever in Yugi's arms.

By the end of the song, Yami had stilled his quivering. He lay quietly in his hikari's arms, listening to the beating of the other teen's heart. His breaths came out slowly, his own heart slowing down to match his lover's. Yugi's fingers were still traveling through his hair, twirling around the silky locks. The Pharaoh opened his eyes slightly, but just stared at the wall across the room, not focusing his gaze on anything. He then felt the fingers slip from his hair and run down his cheek gently. This caused the spirit to look up and into his aibou's sparkling violet eyes.

Yugi smiled lovingly at his dark. He was glad that his idea had worked, and now the other boy seemed to be better, if only a little. His fingers traced the spirit's jaw line, and came back up to outline the other's lips. Yugi frowned a little upon noticing that his lips were reddened and swollen from the biting. The fingers glided over the lips softly, pressing delicately against them. Yugi smiled when he felt Yami lightly push back. He looked into the spirit's ruby orbs, happily noticing that his lover seemed to be getting back to normal. He placed a small kiss on Yami's lips. "You ok?"

"……Yes," was the only answer he received, as Yami placed his head back down on his chest. The boy closed his eyes, and sighed heavily.

Yugi frowned again. He wanted to know what had caused his dark half to look so afraid. "Wanna talk about it?" he asked. But Yami shook his head; he didn't want to relieve that. He just sighed again, hoping that his aibou would drop the subject. Thankfully for him, Yugi did. Instead, he felt the fingers slide back up into his hair, resuming their stroking. They stayed like that for a bit, sitting in the silent room, listening to their quiet breathing.

Yugi watched his yami for a little while, noticing Yami's features relaxed after a while. The small teen smiled; maybe now everything would be better. Yugi moved his gaze to look outside the window. The sun had almost set, the sky splashed with a deep indigo, tinged with pink the color of a rose, with a reddish-orange glow. The stars were starting to come out in the part of the sky that had already turned a dark navy blue. The celestial bodies shone with such a brilliance they seemed like little suns themselves. The snow on the trees shimmered with the light, making the mountain light up. It was beautiful in Yugi's eyes. Then to make things even better, a gently snow started to fall, the flakes fluttering to the ground, blanketing the world in pure, pristine white.

Yugi smiled,as he gazed at the outside world. It was amazing to look at. "It's beautiful out there," he said quietly.

Yami just opened his eyes, though not moving any more. "Look," his aibou said. So the Pharaoh turned his head, his crimson eyes taking in the scene. Yugi was right, it was beautiful. Everything seemed so peaceful, so at ease, as if nothing could disturb it. He only wished everything in life was like that. Yami snuggled closer to Yugi's form, trying to get as close to his lover as possible.

Yugi smiled down at him, glad that the spirit was ok. He took Yami's hand in his, and gently tugged at it. "Come on," he said. The boy stood up, quickly followed by the other teen who was ready to catch him. Yugi stepped over the Dark Magician plushie that had been knocked to the floor, and led him to the window and stood there, leaning back into his yami's arms. The two lovers stared out at the world, watching as the snow fell down. Yugi turned around in Yami's arms and embraced the spirit. Yami embraced his back, holding him close. The two stared into each others eyes, enveloped in their love.

"Yami?"

"Yes, hikari?"

"Will you smile for me? I want to see you happy."

Yami smiled at his lover, but not because he was told to. Because he was so touched that the younger teen cared for him so much. "That's better," Yugi said, smiling back.

"I'm sorry, aibou. I shouldn't have reacted like that. I didn't mean to cause you worry."

"What did the person tell you?"

Yami smiled and shook his head, refusing to reveal the conversation. He was still unsure of everything that was going on. He just wanted to make sure that Yugi was never hurt again, but just thinking of him lying in the hospital, inches from death caused him so much sorrow. He hated to keep things from his little lover, but it was best to forget everything that had taken place.

Yugi pouted, put off by the fact that he was being left out. He really wanted to know. He pouted even further when Yami chuckled at his expression. "You are so adorable when you pout," the spirit said to him, making him glare at the other teen.

"I'm being serious!" Yugi retorted.

"Yea, but you are always too cute," Yami answered, chuckling when Yugi pouted even more. The boy was just the most adorable, lovable, precious thing in the world. There was no way he could stay in a bad mood around Yugi. His happy and carefree nature was infectious. The Pharaoh kissed the teen's forehead.

"If I didn't love you so much, I would so hate you," Yugi said, a huge grin plastered on his face.

"You'd never hate me. There is nothing about me to hate" Yami said with a smirk.

"I don't know about that. I hate how you brag after you win something. I hate when you trick me into doing something. I hate how you always get that smug little look on your face when you know you are right. I hate-"

"OK! I get it!" Yami said, covering Yugi's mouth. Yugi's eyes sparkled with victory.

/Besides, Bakura and Marik hate you. Not to mention Seto./

/You love holding that against me, don't you Yugi/

/Can you tell/ the amethyst eyed boy said, amusement in his voice.

"Why don't you all start an 'I Hate Yami' club, if you're all against me."

"Actually…"

"…You're joking right?"

"…"

"There isn't an 'I Hate Yami' club……is there?"

"…"

"Yugi!"

"…Well…"

"OH FOR RA'S SAKE!"

Yugi burst out laughing. He laughed even more at the indignant look on Yami's face. Yami glared at Yugi, making his light laugh even more. The spirit didn't see what was so funny. He wouldn't be laughing if someone just told him there was a hate club dedicated to him. But then again, no one in the world could possibly hate the other boy. That was more than impossible. It was unthinkable.

After a few minutes, Yugi started to calm down, holding his sides in pain. "Ah! It…hurts…but so…worth it," he said, still laughing. He looked up into Yami's eyes, seeing anger and hurt. "I'm sorry, love," Yugi said, smiling.

"You people are all so mean to me," Yami replied, turning his head away from the boy. Yugi tried to frown, but it was just so hard now that his face was stuck in a smile.

"Aww, I'm sorry, Yami. I didn't mean to laugh."

Yami pouted, not answering the boy. "I'm sorry. Forgive me?" Yugi said, using his puppy eyes. Yami looked up at the ceiling, positive that he wouldn't be able to see the boy. Yugi whimpered, sad that his love was ignoring him. He tugged on Yami's sleeve, but the Pharaoh continued to stare at the ceiling. He even tried a few sniffles and some fake tears, but the taller teen wouldn't look down. Finally Yugi decided to end it, and grabbed the other boy's face, pulling him down for a deep kiss.

Yami's eyes were opened wide in shock. He wasn't expecting that one. Then all thoughts slipped away as he closed his eyes and joined Yugi in the kiss. When they pulled away, Yugi had a victorious look on his face, and Yami was still stunned. "That'd teach you to ignore me," Yugi said.

Yami blinked a few times, still in shock. When he finally got past it, he smirked down at the boy in his arms. "You sneaky little devil. I never knew you had it in you."

Yugi's eyes shone with innocence, though a mischievous smirk was on his face. "Why, what ever do you mean?"

"Maybe I should jog your memory," Yami said as he started another kiss. Yugi kiss back with just as much ferocity. They broke the kiss, and Yami latched on to Yugi's neck, nipping and sucking at the sweet tasting skin. Yugi moaned when Yami found a sensitive spot, sparks flashing behind his closed eyes. One of his hands slipped into Yami's hair, the other sliding down his back, making the spirit shiver and growl from pleasure.

Yugi gasped when he felt cool air hit his stomach, his shirt once again being pushed up, long fingers dragging across his flesh, leaving a trail of goose bumps in their wake. Their bodies started to burn from their contact, the feeling of fire under their fingertips. It shot through their nerves, till their bodies were entirely engulfed in the heat brought on by their passion. Yugi shivered when the probing digits moved down his sides, moaning out Yami's name.

Yami growled in pleasure when his light's voice reached his ears. There was nothing more beautiful than the sound of Yugi's voice, especially when it was laced with pleasure and desire. Pleasure brought upon by him. His lips trailed up the smooth neck, tongue tickling the skin wherever it met. He brushed against the petal soft lips of his lover, heart fluttering when he felt the lips brush back. "Yami, I love you," he heard Yugi whisper.

Yami pulled back and looked into Yugi's eyes. The violet orbs were overflowing with passion and love, aimed directly for the spirit in front of him. The Pharaoh felt so much love for the boy at the moment, he felt as if he would burst. He wanted nothing more than to show Yugi the extent of his love, but only if Yugi would let him.

"Yugi, remember a few days ago, when we went for the walk?"

"Yes."

"You said you'd do me a favor, remember."

"Yes."

"Would you do me the favor, the honor…of letting me show how much I love you. I want to prove to you, with my body and soul, how much you mean to me. I want to give you the happiness you have given me ten times over. Will you give me the chance?"

Yugi's eyes welled up with tears of joy, as he embraced Yami. "I will give everything to you. My heart, my body, and my soul. Everything I am is yours."

"Are you sure? Do you really want to give me such a precious gift? Do you think I am worthy enough?"

"This is the greatest gift I can give you. You are the only one in the world who I would give myself to. My Yami."

"You have made me so happy. I have never loved someone so much. You have given me so much, and now you are giving me yourself. I promise to show you only pleasure, to show you all of my love."

"I love you, Yami."

"I love you too, Yugi." With that, Yami proceeded to show his love for Yugi, holding nothing back from the boy.


Star: OK! I hope everyone enjoyed that chapter! I know, I know. You are probably a little mad that I didn't put the lemon up for this chapter, but what can ya do? I'm sure you guys don't mind waiting another two or three weeks for the next chapter. Anyway, please review and stay tuned for chapter 26!

I hope you know I'm kidding. Do you really think I'd leave you guys here? Yea right! ON TO THE LEMON!


Yami gently kissed Yugi on the lips, not wanting to rush anything. He wanted Yugi's first time to be perfect. When Yugi's lips opened, he slipped his tongue in, lovingly caressing the insides of the warm mouth, stroking the other boy's tongue, savoring the wonderful taste. He ran his fingers down Yugi's back, causing more shivers to trail down his spine. He heard Yugi give out a shuddering gasp, and the smaller's body pressed against him, causing a groan to escape the older's lips.

Yugi's eyes fluttered shut, and he leaned into Yami's body more. He wanted to be as close to Yami as he could. His hands slid upwards into the other's hair, tangling in the silky tresses, and pulling the boy closer to deepen the kiss. He let out soft mewls, voicing his pleasure when Yami nibbled his tongue. He felt himself being pushed backwards, and hit the window. Despite the feelings he was receiving from Yami, this was not the most comfortable place to be in.

Yami, sensing his frustration, picked the boy up without breaking the kiss, and walked over to the bed. He placed the boy down, and straddled his hips. They parted for air and looked into each others eyes, their faces flushed and their breathing heavy. Yami smiled and stroked Yugi's cheek, receiving a contented sigh. "Yugi, would you really let me?"

"Of course. I'd never regret this."

Yami felt like crying for joy, but now was not the time. He leaned down and nuzzled their cheeks together, trailing his lips down till he reached Yugi's tender neck. He quickly removed the leather choker, revealing skin that he had yet to explore. He latched on to the creamy white flesh, and began to trail kisses across his neck. Yugi mewled and moaned in pleasure, tilting his head to give his dark more access. He started to squirm underneath the other teen, his body ablaze with emotions.

Yami ran his hands up and down Yugi's arms, causing goose bumps to rise up everywhere he touched. He then moved his hands to Yugi's sides, making another gasp come from the boy. He touched Yugi's chest lightly, fingers ghosting over sensitive nipples, a groan his reward. The spirit grabbed Yugi's shirt and slowly removed it, exposing the teen's chest completely. He took in every detail, admiring his light's perfection.

Yugi opened his eyes and saw his other half gazing at his body. He started to blush, and tensed up, worried that his dark would find him to be less than what he thought. Sensing his fear, Yami looked into Yugi's eyes and smiled. He then leaned back down and kissed Yugi again, removing all of his fears and insecurities. "Never think you are anything other than perfect," Yami said.

Yami then started a line of kisses down his aibou's jaw line, past his neck, and nibbled on his collarbone. Yugi moaned his dark's name, and gently bucked his hips against Yami's, making the spirit bite down on his skin. "Oh Yami!" he cried, pain and pleasure flooding through him. He could feel Yami smiling through the bite, and smiled himself. He closed his eyes, wanting to feel everything, wanting to loose himself in the paradise his lover was showing him. He felt the Pharaoh lick his way down to his chest, and his breath caught in his throat. "Yami…" he moaned.

Yami smiled again, kissing down one side of Yugi's chest and back up the other side. He purposely stayed away from Yugi's nipples, knowing that was where Yugi would want to be touched more. He felt his hikari buck his hips into him again, his want and need obvious through the leather pants. "Yami," came the breathless whisper. "More…" Yami smirked, and let his tongue pass over Yugi's left nub, making the other cry out.

The smaller boy saw stars behind his eyelids when he felt the heat and wetness pass over his nub. It felt so good. He whimpered in displeasure when the heat vanished, only to have it reappear on his neck. He felt the spirit kiss up his neck till he reached the boy's ear. "Patience, love. I want this to be special," he heard Yami whisper into his ear, the Pharaoh's warm breath sending sparks down his back. He felt a hand run up his stomach and felt fingers surround his right nipple, making him moan again.

"Oh Ra…more!" he said, grinding his hips against Yami's.

The spirit gave his own moan. It felt so good to feel Yugi under him. But right now he wanted to concentrate on giving Yugi as much pleasure as he could. He wanted to take the boy to Heaven and beyond. Beyond anything he had ever felt before. He wanted it to be special, something that Yugi would never forget. He felt his hikari's body tremble in pleasure. A sense of pride came over him. He was so happy that Yugi chose him.

Yugi tugged on Yami's shirt, angry that the thing was keeping him and Yami separated. Yami chuckled and took off his shirt, shivering when Yugi's hands covered it, exploring the well built chest, traveling over the tanned, firm skin. He lay down on top of Yugi, their chests touching, bare skin on bare skin. The heat and friction causing them to grow in their want. They caressed each other, hands traveling down backs, fingers ghosting up sides, fire sparking with each touch. They held hands while they listened to their heartbeats. They felt them through their chests, both beating together, for one another.

The ancient ruler then suckled on Yugi's ear lobe, making the other teen to mewl in pleasure. His fingers played with Yugi's nub, making it harden under his touch. Yugi cried out again when they squeezed it hard. Yami enclosed his lips with his hikari's, silencing the scream. Their tongues started another battle, fighting for dominance. Yugi gladly forfeited, letting Yami explore at will. He had never felt so good. He groaned in disappointment when Yami broke the kiss. His disappointment was short lived though, as he felt Yami's mouth engulf his left nipple, the right one still being toyed with by Yami's hand. "Oh gods! So good!" he cried out loudly, his body going weak.

The crimson eyed king nipped, sucked, and licked the small bud, making it turn red. When he was satisfied with his work, he switched, this time taking the right nub in his mouth while toying with the left one, his fingers roughly pressing against it. Yugi cried out again, jolts of pleasure continuously shooting down his spine and igniting his body. He moaned loudly, grinding his hips into the spirit's, receiving a groan from his lover. Yugi's eyes shot open when he felt fingers slide down his legs, tracing patterns down his thighs. They were so close to touching him, if only they would move a little more.

Yami removed his mouth from Yugi's chest, leaving a few butterfly kisses as he returned to the boy's lips. They were a deep red, swollen from the kissing, but still soft as a feather. The Pharaoh sucked lightly on them, a pleased moan escaping them as Yugi opened his eyes. Crimson met violet, love and lust filling them both, growing when they saw their reflection in the others eyes. Then violet broke away, clouded over as the body shook with another scream. Crimson eyes clouded over as well, filling with more desire as they looked down upon their love's body.

Yugi's breath came out in hard pants, his mind in total shock. He only felt the fingers as they let go of him slowly, releasing his arousal which, was becoming painful. They then traveled back up his legs, and onto his chest where they started to rub small circles in his sides. The teen lay there, moans and gasps coming from his mouth as his spirit continued to pleasure him. He bucked his hips against the other's, only wanting one thing. He had had enough of the teasing. His own hands slid from Yami's hair and down his back, causing the Pharaoh to shiver. "Yami, please! Don't…tease!"

Yami complied with his aibou's demand, sliding his fingers back down till they rest at the zipper of the younger's pants. Slowly he pulled it down, his fingers grazing the side of the erection, bringing loud moans to his ears. Once he freed his aibou from the pants, he took off the boxers as well. He finally had Yugi fully revealed to him, no barrier in the way. His eyes once again traveled down Yugi's body, immensely happy that this angel was giving him this gift. His aibou was perfect. There was nothing else to be said.

He heard a whimper and looked up into the amethyst eyes he loved so much. They were clouded over with love and pure passion, though worry was starting to grow in them. Yami smiled, affection and tenderness aimed at the smaller boy. "You are so beautiful," the spirit said quietly. "You must really be an angel." Yugi just smiled back, swimming in the emotions he felt. Never in his life had he dreamed that he'd feel like this. Never had he known what true love felt like, until he met Yami. He owed the other everything.

Yami stood and removed his own pants and boxers. Yugi blushed darkly, his eyes traveling down Yami's body, taking him in. His blush darkened when Yami climbed back on the bed. The spirit smiled softly, caressing his light's cheek. He slowly lowered his body on to Yugi's, their bodies grinding on one another. The two lay there and embraced, their love showing in the purest form. Their bare bodies rubbed against each other, causing them to moan. They were engulfed in heat, sparks of electricity shooting through every nerve ending with every touch.

"I'll be right back," Yami said as he walked out of the room. He came back with a small bottle of body lotion. Yugi gulped, a little nervous. He really wanted to be good for Yami. He didn't want to make any mistakes. "It's ok. Just relax," Yami said as he sat between Yugi's legs. The teen took a deep breath and nodded. Yami spread Yugi's legs further, giving himself more room. The spirit spread the creamy lotion on his fingers, and gently slid them down Yugi's backside till they reached his private entrance. Yugi gasped when he felt outside his body, but soft kiss from Yami quieted him.

The Pharaoh slowly slipped one finger in, feeling the body tense around him. "Relax, love. It'll get better soon." Yugi nodded, feeling the finger probe and stretch him. It wasn't painful at all, just unusual and slightly uncomfortable. Soon though he got used to it. The finger was then joined by another, the two digits scissoring and widening him. Yugi squirmed, the feeling of discomfort coming back. When the third finger was added, he cried out slightly. It was now starting to hurt.

Yami kissed his cheek, trying to take his aibou's mind off of the pain. He hated hurting the boy, and was trying to be as gentle as he could. He continued to stretch the boy, when he hit a bundle of nerves that made Yugi cry out, stars in his eyes. "OH GODS!" he cried, and Yami smiled. He continued to hit that spot as he prepared his aibou, more screams and cries of pleasure reaching his ears.

Finally it was time. The spirit removed his fingers from the boy, chuckling at the sound of disappointment from the smaller boy. He coated his own erection with the lotion, and positioned himself at Yugi's entrance. He looked up into Yugi's eyes, searching for any sign of doubt. Finding nothing but love and happiness, he slowly pushed in.

Yugi gasped, the new object in him bringing a little more pain than the others. He raised his hips slightly, helping his lover to slide inside him easier. Finally Yami was inside him, buried deep within his aibou. The spirit's eyes rolled to the back of his head in pleasure, the intense heat from his light overpowering him. It was like nothing he had ever experienced. The Pharaoh stayed still, waiting till Yugi was ready.

After a bit, Yugi smiled at him and gently moved his hips against the spirit's. Yami smiled back, pulling almost completely out of the boy and sliding back in. Yugi gasped, feelings of pain and pleasure in his system. The older teen repeated his movements, sliding out and back in. He was trying to go slow for Yugi's sake, but the feeling of being inside the one he loved was wearing away at his self control. He felt himself slipping, but if he fell, he wanted to take Yugi with him.

Yugi gripped Yami's shoulders as the other sped up his movements. Suddenly, Yugi felt his entire body light up. He let out a loud moan, his prostate being hit once again. He felt Yami aim for it again, hitting it dead on. The boy saw stars again, letting out a scream, voicing his pleasure as loud as he could. He wrapped his legs around Yami's waist, drawing the Pharaoh closer. He bucked his hips, meeting Yami's thrusts. His length was rubbing against their stomachs, the friction adding to the teen's pleasure.

Yami's pace increased rapidly, loosing his control, the feeling of being inside Yugi's body, feeling his length being caressed by smooth velvet walls overpowering him. He felt himself reaching the edge, but would only fall over when Yugi did. But he knew he wouldn't be able to hold off for long, the feeling of Yugi's body surrounding his being too much. He moaned loudly himself when he heard another scream from his light.

The spirit grabbed Yugi's erection, pumping it with each thrust, causing more moans, gasps, and screams from the younger boy. He could feel Yugi start to tighten around him, and knew that he end would come soon. Yugi knew it too, and started to grind against the spirit more enthusiastically. He didn't want this time to end, not when he was the closest to Yami he had ever been. Not when his dream had finally come true. But if it had to end, then Yugi would make it a memorable ending.

The pressure in his stomach was building, and the smaller teen knew it would end quickly. He dug his nails into the Pharaoh's back, crying out his lovers name, as the other continued to pleasure him. Fireworks were going off behind his eyes, bright flashes of light surrounding his vision, as the pleasure increased dramatically near the end. Suddenly, with the loudest cry, Yugi let himself go. He released his essence into Yami's hand, eyes rolling to the back of his head, almost passing out from the ecstasy he experienced.

Yami felt the walls tighten around him, and a few seconds followed Yugi. With a loud cry of his own, he spilled himself into Yugi's limp body. He tried to hold himself up, but his arms gave way under him, and he fell on top of the smaller's body. They lay there, covered in sweat, surrounded by their love. They were panting heavily, and tried to calm down. After a while, Yami regained enough strength to slide out of Yugi's body. Though he would have preferred to stay in there forever.

Once out, he pulled his lover into an embrace, holding his little hikari close. Feelings of happiness passed through them, love being the strongest emotion in the room. The two lovers looked at each other, crimson and violet blending as they shared a light kiss.

"Thank you, Yami. For showing me true love."

"Oh Little One, I would do anything for you."

"I love you Yami. Till the end of time."

"I love you too, Yugi. Forever and a day."

The two smiled at each other, wrapped in their loving embrace, asthey wereguidedinto a gentle sleep.


(1) Mizu no Akashi: (translated) Token of Water. It's a very pretty,slow song from Gundam Seed. It's very soft and romantic, a perfect love song. It is sung by Lacus Clyne. Anyone who saw theepisode of Gundam Seed when Athrun went to the theater with pink Haro would know the song. Unfortunately, in that episode they sang the song in English, which pales in comparison to the original Japanese. If anyone wants to hear the original song, go to Dogpile, click audio, type in Mizu no Akashi and listen. The song is 4:27 long.

Star: Ok, THIS is the real ending. I hope none of you are too mad with that little joke. I am hyper, what can I say? You ever have those days were anything and everything makes you laugh? Were you are talking with your friends and suddenly the conversation turns to how people would think you were insane if you walked up to them and said, "I am reaching out to you with my mind." Were you think you have done something and suddenly find out you didn't, and you wonder how could you have not done it when it was important to do it. Even though others remember you doing it, all you can draw is a big blank. Then your excuse is, "I O.D'd on Advil last night."

Well that was my day today. Fun, huh? But anyway, I hope you all liked the lemon. XD! I am sad to say this, but there will probably be three or four chapters left. I am so sad to see this end:sobs uncontrollably:

But I'm just ranting. Please review! I can't wait to hear from you!

(p.s. HA! I TRICKED YOU INTO THINKING THAT THEY WERE GOING TO HAVE THE LEMON TWICE! HAHAHA:cough: Sorry, I'm still hyper)