S O S

by Yami Malika

Anzu finally confesses her love to Atemu, but later regrets admitting those feelings. Does Atemu feel the same way about Anzu? Slight OOC. Yuugi x Anzu, Yami x Anzu, slight Jonouchi x Mai. LAST CHAPTER UP! R&R! [COMPLETE]

4. Chapter 4: The Date: Pt 1

S.O.S.

By:Yami Malika

Disclaimer:

Kazuki Takahashi owns everything near and dear to me. (Yuugiou that is.)

The song, S.O.S.,belongs to ABBA.

Summary: Anzu finally confesses her love to Atemu, but later regrets admitting those feelings. Does Atemu feel the same way about Anzu? Slight OOC. (Yuugi x Anzu, Yami no Yuugi x Anzu, slight Jonouchi x Mai) R&R!

-

I apologize so much for the very late update! School has been more than hectic, and I hardly have any time to write anymore. To tell the truth, this chapter was actually done months ago, but it had to go through extreme editing…

So enjoy!

-

Chapter 4: The Date: Pt. 1

-

Yuugi's heart was pounding in his chest, as he approached the big two-story house, belonging to the Mazaki family. In the boy's left hand, was a huge box of chocolates, and in his right, was an equally big bouquet of flowers. Jonouchi and Honda told Yuugi that this was the most perfect way to begin a date.

"And most clichéd." Yuugi said to himself adding to his friends' advice. By now he was at the front door.

The youth shifted his weight to his other foot, trying to balance his large load. Now that Yuugi thought about it, when did this become a date? The whole idea was to hang out with Anzu to try to get information on the previous day wasn't it? Yuugi shook his head in frustration, until he noticed the door starting to open. He quickly regained composure, but soon lost it when he saw Anzu. She was wearing a peach colored sundress that fit perfectly on her frame, with a matching pair of peach sandals.

"Hi Yuugi!" She chirped, closing the door behind her.

"Anzu…y-you look g-great." Yuugi stuttered, a blush creeping upon his cheeks. He held out the gifts to Anzu who smiled widely.

"Oh Yuugi, thank you so much! You sure know how to make a girl feel special."

She gratefully took the chocolates and flowers, and told Yuugi that she was going to get a vase to put the flowers in, leaving him alone once again.

X, X, X,

Once she shut the door Anzu placed the box of chocolates on her coffee table, and sat on the edge of her couch. She tightly shut her eyes, trying to come to a conclusion to her problems. Seeing Yuugi had made her flash back to yesterday's time with Atemu. It was almost exactly the same way he had greeted her, except he didn't have gifts.

'Don't Give Up'

After a minute of silence, Anzu shot her eyes open.

"There's no other way," she whispered, quickly grabbing a vase from a cabinet, not wanting to make her child hood friend wait any longer.

X, X, X,

Now having his hands free, Yuugi grabbed the Millennium Puzzle.

'Wish me luck Mou Hitori no Boku.'

Anzu opened the door once again. Yuugi and Anzu started off into the city.

"So, where do you want to go Yuugi?" Anzu asked looking off into the distance, which caused Yuugi to worry.

"Um…well, I thought maybe we might, you know get something to eat first, um if you want to that is." Yuugi flustered a bit realizing he sounded a bit stupid, stumbling over words in front of his friend whom he had been around many times before. Just a friend and nothing more… When he looked at Anzu for an answer, he realized that she was a few feet away from him, with a very dazed expression.

"Anzu?"

Flashback

"Hey Atemu, where do you wanna' go?" Anzu asked, a shy smile on her face. She enjoyed being able to spend time with the person she loved, even though he didn't realize how she felt. Today, he would though. She would find the perfect place to confess her true feelings, in which she prayed he would return.

"Hmm…I haven't the slightest idea. Where would you like to go?" Atemu replied, returning her smile.

"I asked you first." The brown haired dancer playfully teased the pharaoh.

Atemu chuckled, "Now that you mention it, I am kind of hungry..."

"Okay, let's get something to eat then!"

X, X, X,

Anzu blinked once. Then twice, snapping out of her trance. Realizing where she was, she cursed at herself.

'Damn it! How could I have just stood there, gawking like an idiot? Yuugi. Where's Yuugi?'

Just then, she noticed that the young boy's hand was waving right in front of her face.

"Anzu, you there?"

"…Yuugi?" Anzu managed to squeak giving him a reassuring hug, as she meekly apologized.

"Yuugi, I have caused you nothing but trouble these past few days, and I'm so sorry. I hate myself for doing this to you."

"An-"

"The truth is…I…I-I think I'm getting sick." She continued, this time lying through her teeth.

Yuugi gasped, and broke the embrace, concern this time marking his face.

"Why didn't you tell me? I have to get you home as soon as I can!" Yuugi exclaimed, grabbing Anzu's hand.

"Ah, that's not what I meant! Please, let's continue our date!"

Yuugi immediately stopped at her last word as if saying, "What did you say?"

"Let's get something to eat. Please?" She grabbed his hands, and pleaded to him with her eyes. How could he say no?

Yuugi's response resulted with a blush, causing Anzu to sigh with relief. Changing the subject dramatically to her upcoming dance recital, she was able to divert Yuugi's and her own mind from what had just happened. That is until Anzu realized they reached part one of their date. Burger World.

X, X, X,

"Wish me luck Mou Hitori no Boku."…

"Why aren't you talking to me Mou Hitori no Boku?"…

Yuugi's voice rang throughout the silent halls of the soul room. And there, hidden within the shadows, was the King Of Games, Atemu. He had figured, as long as he was concealed himself in the shadows of his room, he could cut off all contact to Yuugi, so he obviously heard nothing his aibou, Anzu, or anyone for that matter said. The idea was successful. It was just he, as it was always destined to be, all alone. He himself was very drained, using all of his energy to hide the last moments of his own date with Anzu from Yuugi. Staggering to his feet, Atemu decided to check on what Yuugi was doing, remaining quiet so Yuugi couldn't sense him. He stepped into what was considered a lighter part of his soul room, and closed his eyes, seeing everything that his other self saw. He then laid eyes on what had caused him to be confined in his soul room. Anzu. Atemu then grasped his heart when he felt Yuugi grabbing Anzu's hand, entering Burger World. Racing back into the shadows Atemu fell to his knees, feeling an awkward feeling within him.

"Jealousy?" he murmured, sitting in a more relaxing position. "Am I jealous of Aibou? How can that be? I know how much he loves her."

Flashback

"It looks like we're going to get a storm today...Anzu?" Atemu asked, looking at the flustered girl.

"Umm..."

"Are you feeling all right?" Atemu asked kindly, placing his hand (uh...Yuugi's hand) on Anzu's forehead, checking for a fever

"A-Atemu?" Anzu stuttered, looking if possible, more flushed.

"Yes?"

"I-I..." Anzu took a deep breath, and closed her eyes.

"I love you! Okay, I said it!" she blurted out. Realizing how she said it, Anzu immediately covered her mouth with her hands, and lowered her head.

After an awkward silence, Anzu looked up at Atemu. His eyes were covered by golden bangs, resulting in no show of emotion whatsoever. Anzu's eyes widened in fear, when there was a flash of light, and Yuugi was standing where Atemu was . . .

X, X, X,

"Oh, Anzu." Atemu placed his hand over his face. "I've probably hurt you so much, but it is Aibou who loves you. It's right that I stay out of his and yours way. Isn't it?" Closing his eyes, he saw Anzu's smiling face, and Yuugi taking Anzu's hand. He also heard Yuugi's thoughts of his love for the girl. He once again grabbed his chest.

'Anzu, I love you so much. How can I tell you my feelings?' The spirit's eyes shot open.

"D-Did I just think that?"

X, X, X,

"Here's your table! I'll be back to take your orders in a sec." A young waitress said, taking Yuugi and Anzu to a booth.

Yuugi picked up a menu, causing Anzu to sweat drop. There wasn't that much to choose from if they only served burgers here. She should know, having worked here before.

Anzu sighed. She looked around the restaurant and realized it had changed a lot, from the last time she was there. Her eyes then fell upon a black mark on the seat that Yuugi was sitting at. The more she stared at it, the more unusual it seemed. When she finally registered what it was, her eyes grew wide. It wasn't just any black mark...it was a burn mark. Anzu's jaw dropped.

'No way!' she thought in horror. 'This was the same seat that maniac who held me hostage sat at. I remember now. He was set on fire, thanks to…Atemu.' The sound of his name caused her heart to skip a beat. She could recall that day as if it was yesterday.

'Let's play a game…'

Her face flushed when she remembered the confident voice of who saved her. Realizing that Yuugi was staring at her with concern. Anzu jumped up from her seat.

"Are you okay Anzu?" Yuugi asked.

"Please excuse me." Anzu said to Yuugi, racing to the restroom.

Slamming the door behind her, Anzu swiftly made her way to the sink to splash water on her face.

'I have to forget about him. I have to move on! I have to!' Anzu mentally screamed.

'Don't give up.'

Putting her hands over her ears, Anzu yelled out in rage. "Shut up!"

Unfortunately she was not aware that she wasn't the only one there. The same goes for the person who stood wide-eyed next to her. Mai Kujaku. Feeling awkward, just standing there, Mai decided to start a conversation

"Hey Anzu, is that you? I haven't seen you in ages! Funny place to meet huh?" Mai laughed, curious about the sudden outburst.

Anzu looked sheepishly at her friend. 'Here I go making a fool of myself once again today.' She thought. Putting on a fake smile Anzu apologized.

"I'm sorry Mai. How are you? Things have just been hard lately you know?"

"You wanna talk about it?" The blonde replied throwing an arm over Anzu's shoulder. "C'mon, girl to girl."

"B-but."

"Okay it's settled, lets just get out of here."

Anzu was relieved when she saw that Jounouchi, Shizuka, and Honda had come along with Mai, and were sitting in the same booth with Yuugi. Walking to the group with Anzu in toe, Mai had come up with a crafty excuse.

"Hi Yuugi!" She greeted happily. Anzu in turn greeted Jonouchi, Shizuka and Honda. Yuugi smiled.

"I was wondering if I could take Anzu for a spin in my new car."

"What? You got a new car Mai?" Anzu and Yuugi exclaimed in unison.

Mai winked. "Yup. Guess who I gave my old one to?"

All eyes fell on Jonouchi who was grinning widely, jingling the keys in front of everyone.

"Jou, didn't you tell me how beaten up that "old" thing was?" Honda chuckled under his breath, but soon got hit on the head by Jonouchi, who nervously laughed. Yuugi wasn't paying attention, for he was staring at Anzu straight in the eye.

Mai started to fume, until Anzu pulled her away. "Can I see the car now Mai? Please?"

"Oh yeah, that." Tossing some money at the small crowd, Mai explained that she was treating everyone to whatever they wanted, except for Jonouchi of course.

"Please be careful guys!" Shizuka called to Mai and Anzu who exited the restaurant.

Yuugi's gaze dropped to the table.

'What about our date?' He thought.

X, X, X,

"Wow! It's more amazing than I imagined." Anzu said admiring the car.

"That's great, now hop in. I have a lot I have to ask you."

-

-

THE END OF CHAPTER 4! TO BE CONTINUED!

-

-gasp- Could Mai actually know about what happened? …Or not…

Yippee! Atemu finally made an appearance. Now what will happen next? Does Atemu have feelings for Anzu? What about poor Yuugi? Will there be more Jonouchi x Mai? Where the hell is Bakura? Find out in Chapter 5: The Date: Pt. 2. To tell you the truth, I don't even know where Bakura is…o.o;