YUGIOH

Hopeless Collisions

Narr: The rules of the Millennium Items were never actually stated in detail how someone receives them, why they get them, who can hold them, and who can use them. Most of this is pretty much based on interpretation of the fan. This story will consist of its own theories of these 7 magical items. I do not claim my theories in this fic are entirely correct, nor are they the rules everyone should go by. These are simply explanations I have come up with for this particular story. If there's any confusion on these rules anytime in the story, then perhaps I will write them in better detail at the end of one of the chapters. But, we'll see later if that's necessary. I have also made one slight adjustment in the original series that the Millennium Rod was never given to Yugi.

Chapter 4.

Pegasus convinced Kaiba to order his secretary to make a fresh pot of coffee, and had been making Kaiba drink some, in order to sober the young CEO up.

At this moment, Pegasus was pacing back and forth, as he said to Kaiba, "Right now by working together, we have the virtual reality system that we need in order to achieve our goal. At present, what we are lacking is the power of a Millennium Item. I had watched your Battle City Tournament, and noticed one of the main people you and Yugi had been facing against was an Egyptian called Marik Ishtar, who I also noticed had in possession the Millennium Rod. Well, from the scriptures on that tablet, it clearly shows that you were the one meant to possess that Rod. I believe you should find and challenge this Marik for his item, since I assume he wont hand it over willingly. Since he was defeated by Yugi, he is much weaker than he was during Battle City....which is good, for you. Now, he might try and use it's powers against you, as I have done. But, I think that if you were destined to have this item, then technically he shouldn't be able to unless you lose the duel. That makes the odds to win much better in your favor, I assure you."

"Whatever. So, let's say I do this, and get this trinket....then what?" Kaiba asked, feeling a headache coming on now that he was drinking coffee instead of booze.

"Why then, Kaiba-boy....you should be able to invoke it's power, and see what it is capable of. With that power and the power of your technology, it shouldn't take long to get Mokuba back, as well as Cecelia." Pegasus smiled, seeming cheerful and full of hope.

Kaiba glared at Pegasus, "Me?? I told you I don't believe in it. If you need me to win this over, then fine. But, I want nothing to do with that ancient crap. You're the one who had that golden eye....why don't you use it, instead?"

"Because I'm not meant to wield that item. It would never listen to me, and anyone trying to invoke it's power without being chosen to possess it, could result in insanity....even death." Pegasus stated.

Kaiba smirked, "Well, you're all ready insane....it's not like that would change any."

"Ahh....that sarcastic bite is coming back to you. The coffee must be working." Pegasus said. "So, you see....you are the only one that can do it. I don't see why you fight it so much, really. Do you have any idea what kind of power you'd be capable of wielding? You have been fighting against Yugi for years, and never got the upper hand. That's because my boy, you're not playing on an even field. Every time Yugi invoked his Millennium Puzzle, it decimated any chances you ever had to win. But with the Rod, the possibility of beating him will be considerably greater."

Kaiba gave a chuckle, drinking more coffee. "I don't need a golden rod to be a good duelist. Unlike you and Yugi, I believe in my skills to get me where I want....not wishing on some stupid trinket. You and him are both pathetic...."

Kaiba didn't want to admit it, but he actually did feel a bit better not being alone for once. Yugi was there earlier, but as Pegasus stated....everyone that talked with him simply told him how 'sorry' they were. As much as he normally hated the head of Industrial Illusions, Pegasus did have a lot more to offer....hope. Which was funny, since it wasn't something he generally believed in. But then, Pegasus was also right about another point....Kaiba would be willing to do just about anything for Mokuba; even fight against death, itself.

"That's always a good thing to count on. The problem is when someone's using magic against you, suddenly the odds aren't fair. The Millennium Rod would make sure it would be a fair fight, is all. It's not something you 'have' to use. Now, back to the main purpose. You obtain the Millennium Rod, and use it's power to bring back those we both care for. If you have problems making it work, which you might, it would probably be because of your lack of belief. But don't worry, I'll be there to help you out on that end....and don't forget, effort is everything. You have that necklace around your neck, which thanks to some earlier mind-reading, I know has your brother's picture. Use it as a reminder of why you're doing this....you're doing it for him. No matter how ridiculous you want to think this is, it's still worth to try if there's a chance to be with him again, right?" Pegasus reminded him. "Now, do you have any idea of the where-abouts of this Marik Ishtar?"

Kaiba stretched tiredly, feeling his own weariness for the first time in weeks. It had been 2 weeks ago since his brother's fateful demise, who was privately buried a day later. But unable to handle his brother's death, he couldn't deal with having the official burial until just a few days ago, which was the first time Yugi and the others were able to see the clear signs of Kaiba falling apart.

For those 2 weeks, he had been living on alcohol, with practically nothing else except for coffee, and only the amount of sleep he got from passing out from the Vodka or exhaustion. This had to the be the first time he was coming off the alcohol since that day.

In response to Pegasus, Kaiba turned to his computer, looking up a number on his laptop, as he replied, "That woman Ishizu, who runs the Egyptian exhibit....she's his sister. If she's still at the museum, then I can simply call her about it."

Before Pegasus could comment further, Kaiba picked up the phone, and dialed the number he had looked up to contact. The museum itself would never be open so late at night. Fortunately, when Ishizu was desperate enough to get a hold of him to set up a meeting about him creating the Battle City Tournament, she went so far as to give him her private number. For some reason, he decided to keep it, just incase he ever decided to call her back and torment her. And now seemed to be as good a time as any.

After 5 rings, she finally picked up. "H-hello?" Ishizu wearily asked, who sounded like she had just woken up.

"Ishizu....where's your brother?" Kaiba asked.

"Kaiba!" She said, startled to hear him. "Why have you called?"

"You're brother has the Millennium Rod....I want it." Kaiba answered.

Ishizu paused, before saying, "I thought you didn't believe in the powers of the Millennium Items, and the ancient past."

"And I thought you were supposed to know it all....yet you seemed surprised that I even called. I don't need to explain myself, just tell me where it is." Kaiba snapped.

There was another long pause, before she said, "My brother still has the Millennium Rod in his possession, though it has not worked for him since his battle with Yugi. Meet me at the museum tomorrow around 11am, and I'll see if I can give you that which you desire."

"Fine." Kaiba said, and hung up. He turned to Pegasus, saying, "I have an appointment for 11 tomorrow. We'll see what happens. Supposedly, her brother can't use the item anymore, so maybe this will take place without a fight."

"Excellent!" Pegasus said. He looked over Kaiba saying, "Then, I'd say you should get home. Get some sleep and washed up....you want to atleast look presentable if you're going to go out in public again, after all."

Kaiba turned away from Pegasus saying, "I have a shower right nearby. I don't need to go home....I'll get some rest here."

"Now, Kaiba.…don't make me get strict with you. I know it must feel like you're being haunted by the ghosts of your own memories back home. But, if it's too lonely for you there....hmmm, how about this. Since we're working together anyway, I can pack a few things and head home with you. That way, you're not alone." Pegasus suggested.

Kaiba shook his head, saying, "Don't be ridiculous."

"....and maybe for a change you can get some real breakfast in you, instead of starting the day putting vodka in your gut. Not a healthy way to start the morning, I assure you." Pegasus added, glancing over at the bottle.

Kaiba glanced over at it as well, and sighed....knowing Pegasus was right. He probably had looked pretty pathetic earlier, when Pegasus first stepped through that door. The problem was, Kaiba feared if he stayed the night at his own house, he could almost guarantee he'd go right back to it. Then again, staying at work wouldn't change much for him, either. Besides, he was too hung over and too tired to fight with Pegasus on his idea, anyway.

Kaiba dropped his head, saying, "Fine....I'm sick of looking at this place, anyway." He then stood, ready to follow Pegasus to his limo.