To Trust Again Chapter 20: All that's left is The End, a yu-gi-oh fanfic

Chapter 18: When all that is left is The End

People say that the best thing one would ever learn in this cruel world is to love and be loved in return. Such a wonderful feeling love is that all the heartbreak; all the arguments, vulnerability and risks were worth it.

But how easy is it to trust your heart completely, knowing there's a possibility of being betrayed? How easy can one accept the same fate he accepted before?

Long ago, Yami Motou thought it was a lie. A nightmare more painful than any mortal wound, to accept your fate, thinking in the next life it won't happen again.

Everything once was a lie. Lexis was a lie, Mahado, a punishment, a constant reminder of the preordained destiny of the former pharaoh.

And he knows now how greatly mistaken he were. Who would expect that after all those years of despair, the reward in the end was by all means worth it? Who would expect that after all those years searching and wishing for the right person, he was there beside you all along?

"Yami, you okay? You're spacing out," Yugi asked, catching the pharaoh's attention. Yami grinned sheepishly at his light.

"I'm fine, aibou. What were you saying again?" Yami answered. Yugi sighed in exasperation inwardly though he was glad the former pharaoh was back to his normal (although slightly annoying) self.

"I was wondering if you're nervous, that's all," he said.

"Nervous?"

"The wedding! It's tomorrow, don't tell me you forgot!" Yami grinned at his light's response.

"Of course I didn't. I guess I'm tad nervous but nothing serious," the expharaoh answered. Yugi stared at him in silence, "After six months being a couple, you're finally… I'm happy for you, Yami," he said.

Yami smiled, "I met Mana this morning in the cemetery," he replied.

"Oh? Well, how is she? I hope she's alright," Yugi answered.

FLASHBACK

"We're getting married tomorrow," Yami whispered as he placed a bouquet of flowers down beside an epitaph. A gust of wind passed him, as if it were a response from someone.

He gazed at the engagement ring on his finger, admiring its design. The CEO was always choosy with the quality of the stuff he buys. Yami snickered. Then he pulled a small box from his pocket and opened it, feeling tears prickle his eyes.

"I guess I still can't let you go. I still love you and I'm glad Seto understands that," he said, "Ironic really. I never realized his feelings before."

Yami sighed, closed the box and pocketed it. "I miss you, Mahado," he said before closing his eyes.

"Yami? What are you doing here?"

Yami jerked his head up to meet Mana's questioning gaze. "Hello Mana. I was just visiting. How are you nowadays?" he answered.

"I'm fine. Don't worry; I'm glad you still visit my brother. I heard you're getting married. To whom?" Mana asked as cheerful as ever. Yami blushed.

"To Seto," he answered, "I assumed you already got your invitation. I sent it to you last week."

Mana grinned, "Really? I'm happy for you, Yami! I haven't checked my mail yet. I just got home last night," she replied with a small blush.

Yami smiled before noticing somebody walk beside Mana. Mahado's sister blushed, "Um Yami, this is my boyfriend, Evan. Evan Parks, this is my friend, Yami Motou," she introduced.

Evan took Yami's hand in a handshake, smiling warmly. "Nice to meet you," Evan said. "Same here," Yami answered.

They talked for a couple of minutes until it was finally time for Yami to leave.

END FLASHBACK

"She's fine," Yami answered.

Everyone waited patiently for the former pharaoh to arrive. Seto was already in front of the church's altar, hiding his anxiousness quite well. He could even hide the smirk threatening to grace his face after hearing Bakura getting whacked by his light. Poor Bakura.

The church organist playing caught everyone's attention and all eyes turned to the former pharaoh who was already walking through the aisle. Yami smiled as he met the CEO's cerulean gaze.

"Ready?" Seto asked, offering his arm as soon as Yami reached him. Yami smiled, "Ready as I'll ever be," he answered, taking the offer.

The couple walked in front of the priest and waited for the ceremony to start.

"Brothers and sisters, we are gathered here today to—"

"Skip the intro, priest! We already know that," Bakura snapped. The CEO shook his head hearing Yami snicker. The priest stopped himself from reprimanding Bakura and ignored the Tomb Robber, although he did concede on the request.

"Do you, Seto Kaiba, accept Yami Motou as your husband and swear to cherish and protect him for better and for worst?"

The CEO smiled, making sure Yami was the only one who would see it.

"I do."

The priest then turned to the former pharaoh.

"Do you, Yami Motou, accept Seto Kaiba as your husband and promise to cherish and protect him for better and for worst?"

Yami met Seto's gaze and smiled lovingly, "I do," he answered.

"By the power vested in me, I now pronounce you husband and… husband," the priest said. Seto and Yami smiled as they faced each other for the big finale.

Tilting Yami's chin ever so slightly, Seto leaned closer to capture the other's lips in a kiss. He nibbled on Yami's lower lip, begging for entrance as the ex-pharaoh gladly admitted him in. Applause and cheers (and one groan, guess from who) can be heard from the background.

"I'm glad that's over," the CEO said, placing his former pharaoh on his lap as they cuddle inside the limousine.

"You'd have to be grateful Bakura had to open his big mouth then," Yami pointed out in amusement.

"I appreciated his big mouth for once!" Seto answered, resulting for Yami to laugh. He pulled the Yugioh into another kiss as the limousine stopped in front of the reception area.

Seto eyed the guests in concern. His husband went off a couple of minutes ago saying something about a 'surprise' for him. At first he purposely ignored the fact that Yami was still not beside him but it seems that curiosity finally peaked into the CEO's veins and he started looking for the former pharaoh.

"Good evening," Seto jerked his attention towards the center stage where the band was playing and was surprised to see his Yami standing with the microphone in his hand.

"I know, you're probably wondering what I'm doing here, right?" the pharaoh started and he chuckled lightly to himself, "Well for those who didn't know, this is my little surprise for my koi. I hope you like it, Seto."

The soft melody of a song echoed through the walls of the reception area as silence enveloped the audience, waiting for the lyrics of the song to be sung. Although it seems that no one knew that it was the former pharaoh who was going to sing, until they heard his voice.

For all those times you stood by me

For all the truth you made me see

For all the joy you brought to my life

For all the wrong that you made right
For every dream you made come true

For all the love I found in you
I'll be forever thankful baby
You're the one who held me up
Never let me fall
You're the one who saw me through, through it all

You were my strength when I was weak
You were my voice when I couldn't speak
You were my eyes when I couldn't see
You saw the best there was in me
Lifted me up when I couldn't reach
You gave me faith 'coz you believed
I'm everything I am
Because you loved me

You gave me wings and made me fly
You touched my hand I could touch the sky
I lost my faith, you gave it back to me
You said no star was out of reach
You stood by me and I stood tall
I had your love I had it all
I'm grateful for each day you gave me
Maybe I don't know that much
But I know this much is true
I was blessed because I was loved by you

You were always there for me
The tender wind that carried me
A light in the dark shining your love into my life
You've been my inspiration
Through the lies you were the truth
My world is a better place because of you

I'm everything I am
Because you loved me

Seto stared at Yami in surprise. So this was what the former pharaoh was planning. He never knew the monarch was a good singer nor did he expect for the pharaoh to sing in front of them tonight.

Applause greeted Yami as he finished the song and he smiled, giving them a bow before rushing off to his still gaping husband. He enclosed Seto's hand in his and forced the CEO to meet his gaze, "That was for you, love. I hope you loved it," he said softly, only loud enough for Seto to hear.

"I did. I love you Yami," Seto answered, placing a quick peck on Yami's lips before smiling.

"I love you too, Seto," the pharaoh replied as they rose, ready to leave.

"Hey pharaoh!"

Seto groaned as they were stopped abruptly by the former Tomb Robber's call. Yami turned around to meet the ex-thief.

"What is it, Bakura?" he asked.

"Have fun," Bakura teased, winking at them before running off to annoy his light or perhaps cause havoc now that the pharaoh was gone.

Both duelists rolled their eyes as they head to the waiting limo. The entire gang had already said their 'Congratulations. Best wishes!' and 'Thanks for inviting me/us' earlier that night anyway.

Soon, the limo can be seen heading to a five-star hotel for the couple's honeymoon.

From a distance stood Mahado, watching Yami with love and happiness. He was glad the former pharaoh finally learned to cope up with his death and not deal with it painfully. Of course he was also glad that the CEO was there to make Yami realize it. And for that, Mahado was thankful for Seto. A part of him still jealous of the CEO but Mahado knew that deep inside no matter what happens, he will still have a place (although smaller than that of the CEO's) in Yami's heart. And that alone made him happy.

"Mahado, you can return. Your job is done," a voice called from above and the former High Priest complied with a soft sigh. He stole one last glance at the newlyweds and he smiled.

"Goodbye Atemu. Take care of him, Seth, I leave him to your hands," was his final words before his spirit vanished and departed to where the souls dwell.

A/N: What do you think? Is it okay? I'm going to try on a lemon although I'm not sure. I don't think I can write a lemon since I haven't done it yet before and I'm not sure if you pipz would like it. So please be kind and drop a word or two. You really think this is over, don't you? Good news to some (especially to the people who reviewed the previous chapters especially Chapter 17). There will be a sequel and I'm already working on Chapter 3 (or was it 4?). I will update as soon as possible. A lot of things are just happening. Enrollment's in a few days and I'm going to leave two weeks from now so I'm not sure when or how soon I'll update next but I'll try my very best not to leave you hanging for quite so long. But first, you have to tell me what you think first. You guys are my inspiration. (Me: wink wink)