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A/N: Enjoy the chapter my lovely readers. Things will continue to pick up and become more intermingled so stay tuned. Also I hope you enjoyed the song if you did decide to listen.

Tea slowly pulled away from James who was breathing quite heavy. She could feel the bulge coming from his pants as he still loomed closely over her.

"That was… an unexpected surprise." He remarked lowly.

She smirked and wiggled her way out of him looking for a certain man. She noted he was gone and wondered how long he stood watching. She wondered if he felt anything, if his heart broke or he just didn't care because he had Kiya.

"I'll be going; you don't have to walk me back to the dorms. I'll see you tomorrow James." Tea said without looking back.

"Bye Tea." He replied with a grin before walking back into the building. Once he was gone Tea could finally feel the repercussions of her actions. She knew she shouldn't have kissed James, she was just leading him on, but if this brought about any possibility of getting over Atem she would have to continue. When did I become this person?

Tea walked back towards the Rose building no longer observing the havoc littering the New York streets. Her mind continued down a spiral trying to think about anything other than Atem or James. In that moment she just wanted to collapse in her bed and never wake up. Kissing James for some reason made her feel worse rather than better. All throughout the kiss she wished it was Atem who caressed her body, who pulled her closer not getting enough of her.

Silently she entered the Rose building and headed towards the practice room reserved for her and Kaya. As she turned the key to open the door she was greeted by another figure.

"Miss Gutierrez?" Tea asked surprised. Oh Kaya is going to regret missing today, she thought.

"Why so surprised Tea, I said I was going to check up on you and Kaya." Her teacher smiled.

"Where is Kaya by the way?"

"She wasn't feeling too well after class so she wasn't able to make it today." For some reason she thought lying for Kaya was the best thing to do, even if the girl did absolutely nothing to deserve it.

Miss Gutierrez frowned for a moment seeming to be thinking over Tea's words.

"She did look a bit frail during class earlier." She finally decided. "In any case I'll have some one on one time with my Swan Queen." She winked at Tea who gave her a smile.

Tea was glad her mind wasn't left alone; she was almost grateful for her teacher deciding to show up today.

"Okay so let's start from the beginning, show me act II where Siegfried is about to kill you but you transform into a beautiful maiden." She turns the music on and Tea starts to dance to the all too familiar sounds of the scenes allegro moderato.

As she began, she thought back to the advice relayed to her by Kaya the day before as it truly did help her dancing. She felt herself embody the swan queen and allowed every note to detonate every movement. She had never danced like this and she couldn't help but stifle a smile, trying to embody the facial expressions of her character.

Tea stopped and looked over at her teacher who was smiling widely. Miss Gutierrez started clapping extensively and walked over to Tea.

"My dear that was the best I've ever seen you dance this part. I knew it was a good idea pairing you two up!"

"Thank you Miss Gutierrez, but I can't lie and say it wasn't a challenge to say the least."

Her words only made Miss Gutierrez laugh.

"I can understand that as you and Kaya are very different people, but each of your weaknesses is the others strength and from the way I've just seen you dance, I know it to be true."

She continued grinning at Tea and asked her to continue on with the rest of act II even though Marcus, the prince, wasn't there to practice with her.

Their rehearsal session ended two and a half hours later. Tea was exhausted but felt exhilarated. Her dancing had improved so much with the one on one guidance of her teacher and she felt a connection to her character she hadn't felt before.

"Thank you so much Miss Gutierrez for being here, for helping me. I really am grateful." She thought she might actually cry.

Miss Gutierrez walked to the brunette dancer and placed a gentle hand on her arm.

"Of course my dear, I'm always here to help any of my students. Always."

Tea nodded and felt truly thankful to have such an inspiring and caring teacher as her.

"Now before I take my leave I wanted to talk to both you and Kaya about the upcoming ball held traditionally before any big performance." Tea looked up at Miss Gutierrez who held an exited glimmer in her hazel eyes. She had completely forgotten about the winter ball. Her school held two major ballets every year and before each performance they would throw an elaborate event where wealthy ballet enthusiasts of the city were invited for a night out. The ball was told to everyone that it was to help the dancers meet people and make connections, but in all honesty it was for the school to accept major donations to update their studios, theatres, add more seamstresses for costumes and more.

"As you know the lead is usually introduced before the entire crowd so those attending can know who the star is, but this year I delegated to Professor Hans that we should introduce both you and Kaya. Your parts in the ballet are so interconnected I thought it only made sense."

Tea looked surprised at Miss Gutierrez's proposal. Two people being introduced? She wasn't sure how she was allowed to make this happen but for the most part she didn't mind for Kaya to be up there with her. At least it would make her mother happy.

"I know the guests will adore you both and I'll make sure you meet all the scouts coming from their respective companies first." Tea couldn't help but feel giddy at the prospect of one of the scouts reaching out to her after her performance. If she was guaranteed a spot in a company that day she was sure her heart would burst. It was her dream after all.

"Thank you again Miss Gutierrez, this couldn't have been an easy thing to pull off and I'm sure Kaya will be thrilled."

"Oh trust me it wasn't but I knew it made the most sense and eventually Professor Hans agreed with me."

Tea nodded agreeing.

"Also, I'm not sure if you or Kaya have dates for the event, but I suggest you find one. It'll complete the overall look and make you both look like true stars!"

Tea almost choked, she actually needed a date? The only person she had in mind was one she could never ask.

"Um I'll have to see about that, I'm not sure anyone would ask me and I don't really have anyone in mind."

"Nonsense you're a beautiful girl Tea, you deserve to be paraded around for one magical night. Besides I'm sure James might just ask you, I always see him sneaking glances at you during class." She winked at Tea only making Tea blush a deep red. Oh god even her teacher noticed.

"He's just a friend." Tea managed to get out, making her teacher laugh.

"I of course don't want to pressure you about this, but I highly suggest that you do." She started to reach for her keys signaling to Tea she was about to leave.

"But for now take the rest of the day to relax, I'll try and find Kaya later today or call her. If you happen to run into her tell her to reach my office, I'll be there until ten. If not have her call me or tell her to expect a call from me." With that she left Tea with a smile on her face.

Tea watched her teacher go. She couldn't help but think about her words, perhaps going with James wouldn't be so bad. Her mind would be off Atem if she was hanging off his arm all night surrounded by the cities wealthiest families. With a smile she exited the room and made her way toward the elevators. She felt maybe she might actually start making progress and soon forget her Pharaoh.

Atem sat on a bench that encircled the small pond he had sat with Tea just nights ago. His breathing was a big harsh as he was still trying to calm down from the scene he had just witnessed. James kissing his Tea, the idiot held no right.

He felt his hands ball up into tight fists once more, his knuckles turning pure white. He felt neither hot nor cold, just angry.

He closed his eyes slowly gaining back his composure. Questions began to race in his mind once more. Why him?

His eyes opened and he stared at the white pond before him trying to ignore the cutting sensation that returned. He needed answers and he needed them now. Why was he feeling so strongly for the girl that abandoned him two years prior? He was sure his feelings for her were long buried once she relayed her dreams were more important than him. That's what he thought, that's what he truly believed, that's what brought Kiya even closer to him. He thought she filled the void that was Tea but now he was starting to believe no one could fill that hole except for her.

His mind wandered back to the time he thought Kiya might actually have been his savior from the impending loneliness that befell him even amongst his friends.

Atem stood by the counter of Yugi's grandfathers game shop watching the various customers walk in and out. Yugi was at the register helping out anyone in need, while he stood by idly.

He did occasionally help the flitting customer who took him for another employee which perhaps he was, but for the most part he remained quiet just observing.

Another customer walked in and he looked at them casually not really expecting anything. As the figure came into view his eyes met blue and he stifled a gasp. It was her, the girl he had bumped into just days before. His mind did wander to her after their encounter but for the most part he had forgotten her.

She seemed to recognize Atem as well as she smirked and walked right up to him.

"You're the man who bumped into me four days ago." She started. Atem was taken aback by her forwardness but quickly defended himself. "Well I did apologize."

She glared for a moment before laughing.

"Don't worry I didn't come here to fight with you, I just heard the king of games owned this game shop and I wanted to ask him a question."

He looked at her curiously once more. She really was a fickle spirit, but he actually liked that about her. She was interesting to say the least.

"He's over there." He pointed at Yugi and she moved her eyes to where she was pointing.

"Holy shit he looks just like you." She puffed.

Atem laughed and nodded. "He is my cousin."

She ignored his comment and walked right up to Yugi who looked at her with a smile.

"Welcome to Kame Game Shop, how may I-" His sentence was cut off by the strange woman.

"Nice to meet you, I'm Kiya Rosen and I would like for you to teach me how to play Duel Monsters."

Yugi looked at the woman stunned at her boldness and sharp attitude.

"Um excuse me?" he asked rather confused.

"I know you're the best of the best and I want to master this game. I could learn from some other champion but I don't do anything unless it's to the top of my ability and I know you're the only one that can help me."

While Yugi was dealing with the woman Atem had come to know as Kiya, he watched amused at Yugi's expression toward her. There was something about her he almost found attractive.

He looked away embarrassed, he had never thought of a young woman in that way since well Tea. His eyes lingered back to Kiya who was waiting for Yugi who stood there deliberating his answer. Before he could stop himself he walked over to the pair and smiled at Kiya.

"Kiya is it? Well my cousin over here is very busy with school and his job as well as keeping the title 'king of game' so if you would like to learn from the best I'm sure I can help you. Although I have not got the fancy title to add to my name, I am a damn good player."

Kiya eyed Atem suspiciously before saying, "You're not just trying to hit on me huh?"

Atem turned bright pink at her words only making Yugi laugh.

"Don't worry Kiya, my cousin over here is very talented, even teaching me some of my greatest strategies. You'll learn a lot." Yugi finally stated with a grin.

Atem eyed Yugi questionably and finally looked over to Kiya who was looking at both of them in great thought.

Finally, she decided, "Okay fine. You both better not be pulling my leg just to help your cousin go on a date."

Yugi laughed and shook his head, "Like I said he's really talented and too shy to ask you out himself."

Atem shoved Yugi a bit ignoring his comment, only to make Kiya giggle.

"Sounds good, Atem can I have your number and I'll text you when we should meet up?"

They exchanged numbers and she left their shop with a smile.

Yugi turned to Atem with a wide grin. "Looks like I just got you a date 'cousin'." He laughed.

Atem rolled his eyes. "I bumped into her a few days back, I just felt bad and now I am able to repay her for not suing me." He relayed making Yugi laugh even more at his logic.

"Right of course that makes so much sense."

Yugi returned to the rest of the customers leaving Atem to his thoughts. He couldn't help but smile at the thought of Kiya. She was so energetic, so full of light. He found himself pleased being around her. Perhaps she was someone he should try and get to know better with Tea being so far away and so busy. Perhaps it was time for him to move on.

Atem shook his head as the memory slowly faded from his mind. At the time his decision seemed to make all the sense in the world to him, but now that he was actually here with her he was second guessing everything. He put his head in his hands beyond confused and completely agitated. He still cared deeply for Kiya, how could he not? But Tea was always on his mind, he found himself drawn to her, wanting to not be away from her. How could years of feelings that he pushed away all come back within a single night? And he thought if they're truly back, what could he possibly do with them. He did not want to hurt Kiya but he knew he couldn't ignore Tea.

He felt his phone buzz in his pocket and he took it out hopelessly expecting it to be a text from the brunette. It was Kiya instead, and he felt a gush of guilt enter him.

I miss you so much babe. She wrote.

I miss you too. He wrote back and looked up. Did he truly miss her? That thought allowed a new tide of guilt to enter him. Of course he did, right.