Chapter Three:
Later that night at the Domino City Museum four black clad figures lightly but quickly makes their way toward the back window. One stands under an upper window, while the others climb on him one by one until they form a human ladder. The last figure who is now at the second window pull out a small laser and gently cut a perfect circle into the glass. He reaches thru the hole and unlatches the window. He enters and helps the others into the building. They make their way down the halls until they are spotted by an on duty guard. One of the figures advances on the guard and take him down with a swift kick before he can radio for help. They quickly make their way to the room containing the brown stone.
One of the men pulls off his mask and gaze in awe at the stone propped up on a crystal stand in a secure glass case.
Man #1: Look at that, isn't it a beauty?
Man #2: So is that the stone Boss is looking for?
Man #1: Yes, The "Blood of the Earth" stone the 8th stone needed to unlock the Underworld. Grab it and let's go.
The other breaks thru the glass setting off the alarm. He grabs the stone and places it in a velvet bag. They all leave and quickly as they came.
The next day Yugi opens the door to the Game Shop and is met by a beaming Joey.
Joey: Hey Yug. How's it going?
Yugi: I'm fine. Hey Joey.
Joey: When do you think I can get that porno I let ya see? You know the one with the school girl and the two guys and her dog.
Yugi blushed a bright red. The video was "Naughty School Girl's Who Love It All" Joey had lent it to him two weeks ago. Actually Joey became Yugi's personal porn provider. He was too small to fake his age to rent any and if his Grand Pa ever found a copy in his room he would probably be in a world of trouble. He never knew how Joey got all these different Porn movies but he was still glad nonetheless that he was able to. The boys, enjoying the hot sunny day made their way to Burger World to meet up with Tristan and Tea.
Yugi: Oh yeah I almost forgot. I'm planning a vacation for us all to go on and I want to know if you'd like to come?
Joey: A vacation? Yea! That sounds great. Count me in.
Yugi: Great! I was hoping we could do something fun and relaxing for a change. And I think I have it.
Once they entered Burger World they were instantly greeted by Tea and Tristan. They take a seat and take a slice of the new Breakfast Pizza.
Tea: Did you guys hear about that Brown stone?
Yugi: Yeah I want to take a look at it later today.
Tea: No it was stolen.
Yugi: What!
Tea: Yeah last night. The Museum was shut down for the investigation.
Honda: Yeah, something crazy is going down. Glad it doesn't involve us.
They all agree.
Joey: Hey Yug. Tell'em about your vacation plan.
Yugi: Oh yes. I want to plan a relaxing vacation for us all.
Tea: That sounds great Yugi!
Honda: So where are we going?
Yugi: Well when I woke up this morning I searched up nice places we can go and "floss ton Paradise" came up. It's really sunny with lots of sandy beaches. There are two ways we can get there. By helicopter or boat. I think it would be fun if we go there by boat.
Tea: A sailing trip? That's great what tickets would we have to buy?
The moment the words "ticket" and "buy" came up Joey felt an instant knot in his stomach. Oh well so much for this vacation. He was flat broke since his dad gambled all his money away and borrowed the last change for lotto tickets.
Yugi: We don't have to buy any tickets. Just rent out a sail boat. I was thinking if we all chipped in. We could rent out the Black beard pirate ship and sail it there.
Honda: Hey that sounds cool! I never sailed before so it'll be a challenge.
Joey: Uh Yug., how much would we have to chip in?
Yugi: Around three hundred dollars each. And my Grand pa will take care of the rest.
Tea: I heard 'Floss ton Paradise' is a deserted island. No hotels or anything.
Yugi: That's right, it's tough getting there but it's filled with small animals to hunt. It also has coconut and banana trees and a small forest.
Honda: Living off the land like a real man should. Oh yeah!
Joey sank in his seat. How was he going to come up with Three hundred bucks? I guess I should practice my farewell wave at the dock cause that's as far as I'm gonna go.
Yugi: I have money for the down payment. So we should get to the docks and rent out the ship as soon as possible.
Honda: Hey how about now?
Tea: Let's go.
Everyone but Joey was getting out of their seats and ready to head to the docks.
Yugi: Hey Joey? C'mon!
Joey: Comin' Yug.
He reluctantly gets out of his seat as they all head out the door.
Isis Ishtar has been sailing on a beautiful 17th century dark purple and black ship trimmed in gold.
Isis stood on deck listening to the wind blow the beautiful purple sails and looking out onto the sea and the nearby Domino Docks. Her young brother Marik stands beside her wondering what his sister could be thinking and why she felt the need to take this ship to Domino City. Ever since he was saved from the evil of Yami Marik he and Isis barely parted from each other's side, Marik was determined to make up for the pain he caused his beloved sister Isis. But he still couldn't stand why she was acting so secretive with him lately. They sailed all the way from Egypt and she has yet to really tell him anything about this voyage.
Marik: Sister, what's the purpose of this, why the urgency?
Isis: I need to see the Pharaoh. I've found something that could unlock his lost memories.
Marik: You mean, he could get his memories back soon?
Isis: I hope so Brother.
Yugi and the gang reach the docks and go to see Old man McGee.
Yugi: Mr. McGee?
Mr. McGee: What? Who? Who is that?
Yugi: Sir, my friends and I have come to rent out your Black beard pirate ship. I hear it can sail anywhere.
Mr. McGee: Of course! It's the best ship there is.
The gang was happy to hear that. Yugi already had the money in his hands ready to buy.
Mr. McGee: But there is a problem with renting it out.
Yugi: What? But why?
Mr. McGee: Someone else has purchased the ship.
Yugi: When will they finish renting it?
Mr. McGee laughs.
Mr. McGee: They didn't rent it, they bought it. For so much money I can retire now!
He continues to laugh about his riches as the gang looks on crestfallen. Joey breathes a silent sigh of relief. He hates that everyone would miss such a great trip but hopefully this will give everyone a chance of coming up with a cheaper trip.
Honda: Hey everyone look at that!
Coming up near the docks was Isis' ship. The gang was amazed at such a beautiful ship sailing right up to where they were. They all wait anxiously to see what kind of important person was getting off. When the ship pulled close to land several men jumped off with ropes and begin tying the ropes to the dock. The stepping plank was lowered and Isis and Marik steps off. They couldn't believe who it was but they were glad to see them.
Joey: What are you guys doing here?
Isis: Yugi. I'm surprised to see you so soon, I'm glad.
Yugi: Why? What is it?
Isis: I need to speak to the Pharaoh immediately.
Yugi instantly changes allowing Yami to come forth.
Yami: What do you have to tell me?
Isis: Pharaoh, I know of a way you can recover your memories. The key to your lost memories may reside on an island called Aaru. Buried there is a Seer Stone. It is said that anyone holding the stone can view past and future events.
Yugi appears beside Yami.
Yugi: If this stone can help you unlock your past we have to do whatever we can to find it.
Yami: Yes partner. Although I'm sorry about your vacation.
Yugi: Don't worry about it. Finding your past is most important.
Yami: Thank you, partner.
Isis: Pharaoh, the only way to find this stone is that we must travel by ship and we need the power of another stone to guide us there.
Tea: Another stone?
Isis: Yes. That brown stone is the one I'm searching for.
Honda: You mean that stone they found in the temple?
Isis: Yes I need it.
Tea: The stone was stolen last night!
Isis is shocked by this news.
Isis: Then I am too late. They have taken it. And they may be on their way to the seer stone.
Tea: Guys! Do you think that the same people who stole the Brown stone are the same people who bought the Black beard ship?
Yami: If they are then they are on their way to the Seer stone.
Isis: I do not yet know the purpose of those who took the stone. But they know of their great power.
Joey: Whatever their purpose Yugi needs it more than them!
Isis: I don't think their purpose is honest. We must stop them. You can come with me. But before we leave I must look at the temple it could give me a clue. We can be off tonight at seven.
Tea: Great! I have to pack.
Yugi is in his room packing when his Grand pa enters with extra underwear and socks.
Grand Pa: You can never have too much of these on any trip.
Yugi: Thanks Grand pa!
Grand Pa: and make sure you are careful.
Yugi: I will, promise.
Mr. Motou gives his grand son a reassuring look as he closes the door behind him.
Yami's spirit appears on the bed looking over Yugi packing his suitcase.
Yami: I figured out why I'm so restless. Having the key to my past so close to me could be the answer.
Yugi: Yes and we will find that Seer stone and soon you will know everything about your past