((Thank You to those who have, and are starting to show interest in this Fic! Enjoy! Please Read and Review. Typical Warnings of Language and Sexual Reference. Over all not to much Angst. Yami told me he needed a break, so no Yami-ness in this chapter. However, there is still plenty of Yuugi. I gave a few different boys a turn, trying to include everyone. This chapter is slightly shorter than the last chapter, but equally as if not more eventful. I don't agree with smoking, but the person who lights one up to me fits the bill of doing so. I am not against Anzu; however, for purposes of enhancing the story she's done some pretty nasty things. I haven't seen the movie listed below. It just seemed funny to use that particular movie, which you'll understand when you read it. One last thing, if you haven't guess it by now most if not all text in italics through out the chapters are what they are thinking. I try and remember to put he thought to himself, but sometimes I forget, or feel it is too redundant.))


It was around 7:30 pm when Yuugi with a handful of things had turned into a different room as Honda came around the corner. Honda, along with the others had noticed a lesser happier version of both Yuugi and Yami. However, neither of them would say what was wrong. At yesterdays breakfast Bakura had asked Marik if he knew what the problem was; however, he didn't even know the answer.

Honda decided since Yuugi was alone that maybe he would talk. He knocked on the doorframe. "Mind if I come in."

Yuugi shook his head. "No." His voice was saying other wise as he tipped what was in his arms into a dresser. "Close the door. I don't want Yami knowing what room I'm in." He sat on the bed, now that Honda could see his eyes it was evident he'd been crying.

Honda came into the room, and closed the door. "Why are you changing rooms? You've always shared space with Yami." He paused. "Neither of you two will say what is wrong. And it is more than obvious that something is wrong."

Yuugi knew that Honda was trying to be a friend, so he let him ask his questions. Yuugi looked at the picture on the wall, with distant eyes, and whispered. "I suppose he doesn't feel the way I do towards him. So, I don't want to be around him till I can sort my thoughts out."

Honda sat on the bed next to Yuugi. "What do you mean Yuugi? You two are like peas in a pod, always have been."

"I've had a crush on Marik for a while now. The other day Yami set us up. Don't know how. He went out with Seto and Jou that day. I had told him before he went out to meet me for dinner. We never ate dinner, I left before we could." Yuugi took a deep breath.

Honda looked at Yuugi with a curious expression. "Why did you leave dinner before you ate?"

"I was sitting in his lap. He tried to push me off under the pretense that I was going to go steady with Marik. Which after the date I didn't want to. Don't ask about that please. Anyways, back to sitting in Yami's lap. I was snuggled up against him, and I told him that I loved him." Yuugi paused; he turned his head now using that distant look at Honda. Tears were falling fast out of his eyes. "He sat there and said nothing. I ran off crying."

Honda pulled him into a tight hug. "I'm sorry Yuugi. I'm sure he was just shocked. I mean for three words it is a mouthful."

Yuugi didn't return the hug, just enjoyed the warmth. "I've been in this room since. Yami says he wants to talk about what happened, but I don't want to at the moment. Like I said I just want some space to think."

Honda started rubbing his back. "I am sure it will all work out for the best."

Yuugi sighed, and sat up. He took a tissue and dried his tears, and blew his noise. "I suppose. His silence was like a knife in my heart. It was worse than… Well you know." Honda just nodded because he did know that Yuugi was referring to when he started dating Kaiba. "Since you know, I suppose it doesn't hurt if everyone else knows why we aren't speaking. If you do tell the others, just tell them that I am in no mood to discuss the mater further than what I told you. I'm going to bed now."

Honda nodded softly, and stood up. "Alright then. Thank you for having confidence to share this with me."


Around 10:30 pm Ryou was laid out on his bed, on his stomach. His head in his hands, and his legs bent at the knees swaying. He was watching Marik, who was on his own bed sitting Indian style. "Ryou, let me take you on a proper date." Marik smiled.

Ryou blinked a couple times. "You just broke up with Anzu a month ago, and had that fling with Yuugi a few days ago. Not to mention…" That is a lot of excuses. I've never been on a date so what am I so worried about. He thought to himself.

"Yuugi was one date, and that was totally hormone driven." Marik went slightly pink, and traced patterns on the spread. "All I was to Anzu was a good fuck, and a few bucks. She didn't really care about me as a person. You know that." Seems my hormones dictate a lot of my actions lately. Not that I mean to let them. My God, Anzu had turned me into some horny freak. He thought to himself. "Just a normal date is all I am asking."

Marik looked at Ryou who seemed to contemplating the offer. "You've always just been happy to hang out. So, why do you want to take me on a date now." This is embarrassing. I'm how old, and I've never been on a date, let alone kissed someone other than my mother. Come to think of it that is reason enough to be scared. I mean Marik is… Ryou was turning four shades of red, and couldn't bring himself to finish the thought.

Marik with a curious expression watched Ryou turn red. "I like to hang out with you, but wouldn't it nice if we could be a little more?" He paused. "I know you wanted to date Mai, and that is probably the reason you're going in circles over this. But, as long as she's got eyes for Ryuji you've got no luck in it happening."

"I guess my crush over Mai is pretty obvious, and I agree with your point of view about me not having a chance. But that isn't the reason for circles as you put it." Ryou buried his head into a pillow to get Marik to stop looking at his red face.

"Then what is your reason?" Marik got up from his bed, and went over to Ryou's bed and knelt down. "And, don't tell me it is because we both have a preference for girls. Because we are both bi, and we both go for the greener side when it presents itself."

Marik could see him kneel down out of the corner of his eye, but didn't lift his head. "You promise not to laugh? Promise not to tell the others."

What the hell is up with Ryou? He is never this shy. Marik thought to himself as a smile formed on his face. "Okay, I promise not to laugh, and that it will stay between us."

Ryou couldn't bring himself to look at Marik, as the blush was a deep crimson, and staining his entire face. "I've never been on a date. I've never kissed someone." He paused, followed by a long sigh. "Unless you count my mother. And, yes before you ask I'm a virgin. There, now you have an explanation why I turn colors over everyone else's actions."

Marik bit his bottom lip to stop himself from laughing, as he did promise him. He ran a hand through his hair, and scratched the back of his head. How am I to reply to this? He thought to himself, and then strung some words together slowly. "Use me as practice then. You can build your confidence up. If you like what you get you can keep it. If you don't then no strings attached. I promise."

He's not laughing, and he's still making an attempt to take me out even if I lack experience. Can he really be all that bad? Ryou thought to himself. Once some of the blush had gone down he turned his head looking at Marik. "Your serious?"

Marik nodded his head. "We can go out tomorrow for dinner. I'll let you lead the pace in what happens." Talk about a baby learning to walk. Marik thought, but still held his smile.

Ryou smiled, and nodded his head. "Alright then."


By lunch news was quick to follow the chain of command. Honda told Mokoba who in turn told Seto. Seto in turn told Bakura who told Malik. Malik told Marik who in turn told Ryou. The landscape had a light blanket of snow, and after lunch Seto had asked Bakura to meet him out at the car so that they could go for a drive.

"You know I am missing out on getting a good fuck to be with you Seto." Bakura hissed.

Seto shot him a look as he unlocked the car. Both of them entered the car. "You aren't the only one Bakura who is missing out on quality time. But you are the only one who saw Yami that day in the office."

Bakura buckled up, just as Seto did. It didn't take him long to back up, and get a move on. "I suppose the reason behind this Sunday drive is talk about Yami and Yuugi where there could be no disturbances. Lets put a destination to this drive, take me to the mall."

"Exactly. Alright we can head that direction." Seto smirked, and put on a pair of shades. "Want a pair, there is a spare in the glove box."

Bakura nodded, and got them out. "I prefer the dusk to evening hours than the overly bright sunshine hours." He stretched his features out and reached in his back pocket. "Mind if I?" When Seto shook his head he cracked the window and lit his cigarette.

"Bakura I don't understand why Yami froze." Seto sighed. "That must have killed Yuugi."

"They've never had a falling out before; even when you and Mokoba appeared. I find it interesting how it was Yuugi to say it first. Then again after seeing Yami in the office… He doesn't have balls." Bakura grinned evilly. "Or, if he does he needs for them to twisted till he begs for forgiveness."

Seto gripped the steering wheel tighter. Note to self: never piss Bakura off. He thought. "Yami will need his cock and balls if they ever make up." How did this turn into a sex discussion? Seto rolled his eyes sighing. "Anyways, aside from that I do understand that Yuugi wants time to think things over. It is giving Yami time to think as well." He paused. "However, you know as good as I do that Yuugi was continue to avoid Yami till he absolutely has to confront him."

Bakura opened the ashtray, and put out the butt end of the cigarette. "I take it that is where I come in." He grinned mischievously.

"Use one of the spare rooms, and make sure those two cannot leave it. Damage to the room does not concern me. I would much rather those two work things out. You know, and I know that they both love each other. Yuugi's already said it to Yami. Now we just have to get Yuugi to hear Yami out after that little freeze up of his." Seto smirked.

"This should have an interesting out come." Bakura laughed. "Now, Seto since we are in the car. And, you are already present and available I'll ask you for your opinion."

"Sure thing. What's up Bakura?" Hell just froze over. Seto thought to himself.

Bakura leaned back in the seat, trying to look casual. "Do you think Malik will marry me?"

Seto about hit the break, but managed to stop the thought of doing so. "I don't see why he wouldn't." He smiled, having found his heart still beating after that shock.

Bakura nodded. "Good because I'd hate to look like an idiot."

Seto nodded, as they pulled into the mall parking lot. "I suppose we are here to pick up the ring?"

"I ordered it the day after we arrived." Bakura had an unusual nervous smile.

Seto gave an honest smile. "Everything will turn out just fine."


At 5 pm Marik and Ryou approached Jou. "Hey can you take us into town?" Marik smiled. "I'm taking Ryou on a date, but I don't want to drive incase I decide to drink. And, it is no fun drinking alone."

Jou looked between the two. "Sure. What plans do you two have? If you don't mind me asking." Wow, those two going on a date. Ryou better guard himself if he wants to walk tomorrow. He thought to himself.

"I figured a movie first, then grab a burger, and finish the evening up at the new night club." Marik grinned seeing Jou's expression. "Yes, that one."

Ryou looked confused as he watched the two. "You promised…" He looked about to protest, but decided to trust him.

I know those two are bi, but I didn't see that one coming. I'll just reassure Ryou before he catches on that I'm worried. Jou thought to himself. "Ryou it is just a gay bar, you shouldn't look so scared. I mean Marik's a nice guy and all you shouldn't have anything to worry about." He smiled. "Let me go get the keys and tell Seto that I'm taking you."

Within 10 minutes Jou returned with the keys, and they got into the car.

"Use your cell phone to call the land line when you two want to be picked up. If it isn't me who answers, just ask for me." Jou smiled. "You two enjoy yourselves."

Marik nodded with a smile. "Thanks Jou I owe you one." Ryou smiled, and they both got out of the car.

"You know if the group kept tabs we'd have a list as large as the local phone book." Jou smiled, and they all shared a laugh.

They went to see Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties. Ryou who generally loved going to the movies proved timid considering this time it was a date. Marik would sit his hand on Ryou's knee, with no other intentions other than affection. Ryou would give a terrified yip as if it was a horror film they were watching and something just jumped out. Ryou would take a couple breaths, and then look at Marik who would give a curious expression. He'd withdraw his hand, and by the 10th time of trying this got a response of Ryou putting his hand on Marik's.

"Ryou I told you we would do this at your pace." Marik smiled, helping Ryou with his coat. "But, you've got to relax. I think everyone thought you were scared of Garfield."

Ryou blushed. "I was into watching the movie, and I just wasn't expecting you." Great he'll have a laugh over this later with the others. "I told you I've never…"

Marik noticed some people behind them and stopped him before he could say it. "It is alright. Come on lets go to your favorite burger place." He put his coat on, and started to walk off when Ryou grabbed his arm.

It was a brief peck of the cheek causing Marik to blink a couple times, and Ryou to turn colors. "Thank You." Now it was Ryou leading the way. Marik found his feet and used them. Quickly he was walking next to Ryou. Ryou with a couple second thoughts slipped his hand into Marik's, and smiled. There was nothing eventful about picking up a couple burgers, or the thirty-minute walk it took to get the club down town.

"If you don't want to do this we can make other plans." Marik smiled to Ryou who was shaking his head.

Marik was protective over Ryou. Especially when someone else approached them. This put Ryou's over active mind to ease. Marik had a couple drinks, Ryou had a few, and together they spent three hours dancing. They even chatted up a couple guys, and by the time they walked out Ryou wasn't turning colors anymore.

Midnight Marik called the landline. It was Yuugi that picked up with his usual as of late depressed tone. "Hello."

"Jou please." Marik stated.

"Marik is that you?" Yuugi asked, followed by a short pause. "He's entertaining Seto at the moment. He did mention he was expecting you to call. You need something?"

"Just need a ride." Marik stated.

"Alright then, I'll come get you." Marik gave him directions, and then Yuugi hung up the phone, and got his coat.