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Arashi: I extremely loathe writer's block since I had for a few of my stories. Three years pas since the last chapter and will have a small piece of Mokuba's pov as the epilogue. This one won't have a lemon but rather language mostly.
Still don't own Yugioh at all…T.T
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Summary-
Pegasus plans to propose to Joey during their date that night but it almost gets ruin by Tristan who didn't know of him and Joey at all. The others plan a special dinner while offer to have Mokuba with them for the night.
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Letting Go
Pegasus smile at his boyfriend of three years as the blond chatted with his friends. The pain in those brown pools is no longer there but there always be a piece of his heart belonging to Seto. It didn't bother the older man at all since he could understand since his dead wife still holds a special place in his.
Pegasus saw Tristan move closer to them with a steady pace. "What the fuck?"Joey smile at the new comer with a pleasant smile then frown at the angry look in the hazel eyes of Tristan. "Tristan what's wrong?" He asks softly.
"Why the fuck is Pegasus here?" The harsh retort came getting Max angry at the hurt look in his Koi's eyes.
Yugi answers before the others could say a word. "He's here with Joey, Tristan. Didn't you get the letter we sent you?"
Tristan growls under his breath seeing the twine fingers of Joey's and Pegasus's hands. He knew Seto died but he didn't like the idea of Jou being with this guy. "Joey, you deserve better then him."
Joey scowls before snapping at Tristan. "Why do you give a shit? You hated it when I was with Seto. It doesn't matter that I'm with Max beside he makes me happy. Yugi…I gotta do something so see you guys later."
Joey walks off to cool down feeling rather hurt at the words Tristan said. He got the hidden message of you deserve better. He hopes Tristan would get over the argument when Joey announces to the gang him and Pegasus is dating.
*Flashback*
Joey shifts light watching the others glance at him despite the pain look. The blond sighs for a moment then spoke softly. "I'm dating Pegasus."
Yugi smile at his friend since he has heard the news from Mokuba who told the whole gang expect for Tristan and Duke. Duke smile at the blond thinking it will be a good while before Seto will leave his mind and knew Max is willing to be there the whole way. Tristan growls out coldly, "You're dating him? Why the fuck are you going to date that bastard? Did you forget what he has done to Yugi's grandfather? He doesn't give a fuck about anyone but himself! What would that bastard Kaiba do if he knows you're moving on."Joey snaps at Tristan. "You hated it when I dated Seto and I told you before to back off. I know how to take care of myself. Tristan you don't need to protect me all the time."
Tristan punch Joey in the cheek leaving a bruise that lasted for a couple of days but ignited the pain in the blond's heart about Seto. Seto told him to continue to live his life and take care of Mokuba. That was the last time anyone saw Tristan.
*end of flashback*
Tears fell down the blond cheeks as he walks to the cemetery to visit his old lover for Valentines Day. Joey didn't expect to bump into his little brother who was visiting Seto also but ask right away what happen. Mokuba got angry at the actions Tristan did. He wants the older boy to be happy but hated the pain as the two talk to Seto filling in about their life after his passing.
-Yugi and the others-
Pegasus scowls before snapping at the brunette. "You are a bastard, Taylor. You have no right to bring back old memories that has haunted Joey for the past couple of years. I understand what he's going through and it doesn't bother me at all. Rather I encourage it so he will remember his previous lover as I do with Cecilia. Yugi can you make the reservations for that restaurant I was telling you about?"Yugi nods before calling the restaurant where Max plans to ask Joey to marry him. Pegasus has his plan ready and hopes Joey will be in a mood to go out later. Ryou spoke out softly to the older man. "We can take care of Mokuba if you want, Max. So you and Joey can enjoy yourselves after today's events."
Pegasus nod before leaving the shop to gather some times for the special dinner including the engagement ring he had in the jewelry shop to have it inscribe inside of the band. He had no trouble getting the ring and search for his love since it was almost time for their reservations at eight.
-Later that day-
Pegasus smile at the blond who blush under his gaze. They both agreed this night is perfect despite earlier. Joey told Max some stories of his childhood before his mother left his father. Pegasus in turn begins about some of his arts and paintings he begins to do again after being with Joey. They only receive a call from Mokuba who wish them good night before he goes to bed.
Near the end of the date, Pegasus spoke seriously before getting on his knee pulling out the box. "Joey, I love you so much. I care about you and Mokuba and want us to be together for a long time. Will you marry me, Joseph Nickolas Wheeler-Kaiba?"
Tears rolling down his cheek, Joey answer the only way he could. "Yes, I'll marry you."He kisses Max and didn't care how many people awe at the sight since it was a magical moment for him. Pegasus smile before hugging the blond closer to him and he could have sworn he saw Seto appear with a small smile on his lips. "Thank you for helping my pup and brother. Take care of them, Pegasus."
They call the gang to tell the news only to have Mokuba go wild and sing. "I won the bet!" The groan from Duke and Bakura was enough to know them betted on the proposal. Joey didn't care at all since maybe know he really could let go of Seto but have him always in his heart.
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Epilogue
(Mokuba's pov)I watch the father marry my brother and Max happy to have a family complete once more. The ceremony wasn't too big but rather simple since Joey wanted only to have family and friends. A few drops of rain fell out of the sky in April as a though drift in my mind. 'Seto is congratulating Joey on his wedding day.' Sure I miss Seto but I understand now and I'll keep an eye out to make sure nothing happens. If I heard correctly Max has found a way for Noa to be alive. Though in a strange way I do think Noa is cute with those eyes of his.
I love my new family despite the problems and very glad they're going to Jamaica or something for their honeymoon. Thank god I don't need ear plugs for a couple weeks. No offense to Joey or anything but damn he's loud…I let out a soft laugh as Max kiss Joey. Yup my family is strange but it's enough for me.
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