Catching the Ocean
By: Kerigan
Dedicated: Courtney
Chapter 8
Notes:
1.Sorry for the wait, but this should make it up. :D
2.Lyrics are from My Chemical Romance. Thanks to do not own MCR, YGO, iPod, or anything else you can think to sue me with.
3.IF YOU DO NOT LIKE MCR PLEASE DO NOT FLAME BECAUSE OF THE SONG!
4.This is pretty OOC for the story, I'm trying very hard to keep the characters the same. This chapter is probably chapter 7 ½ because of the unusual change of plot. The song is not supposed to exactly fit with the chapter either.
5. Merry Christmas
Mokuba sighed in boredom as he sat by the so called 'band'. The orchestra that they had playing had strings only. The violinists strung their strings gracefully with the simple movement of their wrist. The bass players were deep and had a heavy sound. Much too boring for his 12 year old mind. ((if his age changed plz tell me)) "Excuse me." he said politely to the conductor as the song ended. "Can you please take a break for at least 5 minutes. My bro- I mean...Mr. Kaiba said that I could put on something different."
The conductor gave him a wry look before eyeing the crowd for the Mr. Kaiba. When he was no where in sight, he winked to the boy, before telling his players to sit down. Mokuba thanked him before running over to the other room. Despite his tiny figure, he managed to haul out an old jukebox his brother had kept as a family heirloom. It made no sense that they had it, for their ex-father was pretty much a psychopath and demanded nothing of entertainment. It was always business. At least now he could use it. Since Mokuba was the brother of a genius, he too inherited the smarts. The other night he had changed all the CD's in the box to fit his own personal propaganda. That's what happened when his brother went off to work leaving him with nothing to do.
A young man helped him move it towards a wall so they could plug it in. Everyone at the party knew Mokuba, and that he was a very playful guy. Also, it was Christmas, so the boy deserved some fun. So when they had it plugged in, they blocked the view of the older Kaiba so Mokuba could enter in his song number.
Seto obviously had no idea what was going on. He had just entered the mansion from his argument with Tea. She had vanished so suddenly, he had to find her to make sure she didn't do anything stupid...like leave. He stopped his search when an organ began to play hollow notes. Then a guitar's string entered calmly in a morbid tune. Instantly he knew it was Mokuba and groaned mentally. Outerly he showed his poster strong.
Gaze into her killing jar
I'd sometimes stare for hours
She even poked the holes so I can breathe
She bought the last line
I'm just the worst kind
Of guy to argue
With what you might find
And for the last night I lie
Could I lie with you?
Tea laughed as she saw Mokuba dancing along with a couple of 'sophisticated' guests that seemed extraordinarily young to be there. Coming up to the boy he grinned. They intertwined fingers with her good hand and danced in unison. The beat was so much more complicated then the ballroom music that had once been playing. The rhythm combined perfectly with sad words that no one seemed to listen to. They were all laughing, even though the song was about death.
Seto crossed his arms and watched the two dance. The people around him stepped away from his icy gaze. He was not amused. As the lyrics began to change they looked over at him but instantly turned around so he wouldn't interfere with their dancing. So finally, he walked over and grabbed Mokuba's shoulder. "Having our own party are we?" he glared.
Mokuba shrugged. "Everyone helped me do it, they're not mad or anything. Besides this music is much more funner!"
"Much more fun." he corrected. "It's not Christmas music, turn it off."
Tea watched the two casually talk this out. "How about after this song we can put on Christmas music?" she tried before prying Seto's hand off Mokuba's shoulder. It made her nervous they way he gripped his brother like that. She knew he would never hurt him physically, but it was still unwanted contact.
Alright, give up, get down
It's just the hardest part of living
Alright, she wants
It all has to come down this time
"Fine, after this song." Seto replied, before standing up straight again. He looked at Tea, she looked at him. They both held the same look of contentment. He walked closer to her in a bold stride before smirking. "You have to dance with me."
"I don't have to dance with you if I don't want to!" she said defiantly. Does he have to be bossy all the time! It irritated her even more than she already was. Specially after his last try outside. Him being an arrog- Well, it was an offer none the less. She grabbed his outstretched palm and began to sway with his well toned body. His hands touched above her waist as he upped the movements with the beat.
Lost in the prescription she's got something else in mind.
Check into the Hotel Bella Muerte.
It gives the weak flight.
It gives the blind sight,
Until the cops come,
Or by the last light.
And for the last night I lie.
Could I lie next to you?
Everyone followed suite even though it was such an odd song for a Christmas party. Some members left because it was improper to have behavior from such a young boy, but the others really didn't mind. "I thought you were going to ruin the party." she grinned as they swayed in a ballroom like fashion. It felt good to have him actually being human for once. Not just robotics. Was he always this way? This was the first time, ever, she had even noticed fun in a Kaiba.
"How can I ruin something that's already ruined? I'm sure everyone that hates this music is long gone. You cost me some guests." he stated, brown locks fell beside his eyes.
She grinned, then leaned into him in a romantic sort of way. He made her feel weak at the knees. " At least you can tell the diamond from the dirt."
Seto smirked. "As in you or as in my guests?"
"Your guests of course." she laughed as he spun her around. Dancing was her life, and it was so nice to dance with him. He kept up with her feet, and that was new. Usually guys would dance with her at all. They were 'nervous' or the 'didn't dance'. Anyone could dance, just maybe they couldn't dance anything with steps. Even swaying was great.
Alright, give up. Get down.
It's just the hardest part of living.
Alright, she wants. It all has to come down this time.
Alright, give up. Get down.
It's just the hardest part of living.
Alright, she wants. It all has to come down this time.
"What are you thinking about?" he asked smoothly, watching her carefully. Her red and green dress was actually gorgeous, he just wouldn't tell her that. Everything about her just came out at him tonight. Her hair, her eyes, her figure and her fiery personality. Of course, he knew when ever he intimidated her she would freak out. Or so he hoped. That's what his gut told him.
Tea stopped smiling and flashed him a glare. "Why would you want to know?" He shrugged, not caring if she snapped. Tea was right there in front of him and that's all he actually cared about.
After a minute, he once again tried to break the awkward silence that was between them. The music was just in the background, but there was nothing there for them to go on. "Do you have a liking for me?" he said casually, and super smooth. He had a way with women and he knew it.
He caught her as she tripped on her high heel. "What!" she replied, pushing out his safety net arms. "What kind of question is that?"
"One that demands to be answered." Seto replied.
She blushed. "Well," her back straightened. "I don't know how to answer that question."
"A simple yes or no would be appropriate." he smirked and Tea momentarily thought he looked cynical. He was wanting this attention from her, and she knew he probably knew the answer. Of course, there was the 'hopeful thinking' that could always be to blame. Should she be truthful? It would be the first that night she said something truthful towards her true feelings for him...but did she love him?
Pull the plug.
But I'd like to learn your name.
And holding on,
Well I hope you do the same.
Awww, sugar.
Slip into the tragedy you've spun this chamber dry.
Tea's blush deepen as she grabbed his hand and began to dance again. He lead her, thankfully, but he was quietly awaiting his answer. "I guess." she managed to say, not really facing him. The dress flared at the bottom as he spun her roughly. He wanted a louder answer. "I said I guess!" she replied and he caught her in his arms tightly. He put her in a comfortably warm deadlock.
"That's good." Seto smirked before letting her go. She looked dumbfounded. "I have seemed to take a liking in you." he grinned. "I needed to know if you felt the same."
"Well, I do. So there." Tea said.
Alright, give up. Get down.
It's just the hardest part of living.
Alright, she wants. It all has to come down this time.
Alright, give up. Get down.
It's just the hardest part of living.
Alright, she wants. It all has to come down this time.
Seto grabbed her good wrist and pulled her towards him. When she fell forward, he caught her lips with his and her cheek in his palm. The softness of her skin surprised him as he caressed the hairline on instinct. Tea was stunned but fell back into his mouth as soon as she caught on. Mokuba turned around from his dance then gave a loud cheer. Seto pulled away to give his brother a glare when he realized they were in the middle of the dance floor. No one seemed to care or actually noticed what had happened.
Tea pulled away and walked off breathless. Mokuba gave his brother an "I'm sorry" look as they watched her run off breathless. Seto couldn't help but let his teeth show in a smile as he watched her climb the stairs. They had made some progress in their relationship. Mokuba walked over. "Is she okay?"
"She's fine." he said.
The younger brother wasn't so sure about that, but he trusted his brother and took his mind off the run away Tea. He still had a party to attend to.
Pull the plug.
But I'd like to learn your name.
And holding on,
Well I hope you do the same.
Awww, sugar.