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Cookie Jar IX.

At work she still couldn't believe that Seto considered her small apartment was home. I guess the idea of being alone after Mokuba leaves really took a toll on him. How was Seto going to handle the idea of her going to college everyday along with working in the afternoon? She began to worry about the situation and hope that this week will not affect her studies and job.

"It's day three, and I can assure myself that I more than just like him," she told herself as she poured lemonade into a cup for a customer.

Then, she remember the ordeal with lemons. Not understanding both men, she was curious to know why lemons were such a big deal between the two... now three, since Otogi was there. The expression on Otogi's face was aloof. He was not happy since she knew that he had a huge crush on her. No matter how many times he's asked her to work for him, she simply denied. Wanting to learn independent played a huge a role for Shizuka.

Wondering if Kaiba would like to hire her was a big step. Kaiba and Otogi were completely different. Otogi was head over heels for her, as Kaiba was strict, controlling, and powerful. Otogi would probably be all over her, unlike Kaiba who would give her space.

Now, back to lemons Shizuka was determine to text Rebecca why it was so a big ordeal.

"Something on your mind?" Miho asked her concerned friend.

"Hey, Miho. Thanks for the distraction," Shizuka smiled.

"No problem. Your table is waiting," Miho pointed out to the group of men, as Shizuka nodded.

Honda stopped bugging Shizuka a while back when one day he stopped by to visit her at work. Shizuka remembered Miho walking up to him, and apologized to him for her actions. He forgave her, but played hard to get. Every time Honda would show up, Miho would immediately give her best customer service. Two months later, Honda asked her out on a date, and she happily accepted as if she had gotten engaged. Behold two years later, they finally got engaged. Honda and Joey were number one top securities in Japan. They were both close to being millionaires.

Shizuka was happy they her brother and Honda had found their partners.

Kaiba was outside her apartment again for the second time. The problem was he did not have the key to her apartment since it automatically locked. He needed some air just like yesterday. Not even thinking to put something to keep the door open, Seto thanked himself for his having his cell this time. He was curious to know where Shizuka worked. So, without a computer, he decided to search the internet with his phone. He bit his lip since he knew how to access the directory. Biting his lip, he had no choice but to call that person.

Raising her eyebrow she wonder why be calling her and Katsuya's , Jou was at work, and she was just about to head out to go shopping.

"Jou and Mai residence, this is Mai speaking," she said still wondering why Kaiba was calling her.

"Kujaku, this is Seto Kaiba speaking. I have a quick question to ask you," he asked sternly as she rolled her eyes.

"What does the GREAT Kaiba want?" she remembered what Jou had told her about Seto being in her little sister's apartment. Mai was not happy with the idea but knew deep down should couldn't say anything to Shizuka.

Seto rolled his eyes at her exaggerating 'great'. However, he was glad to know that Kujaku answered the phone and not the puppy.

"Where does Shizuka work?" he went straight to the point.

"Why? You already LIVE at her place as if you needed another place to own," she asked protecting her.

"Technically, I don't live her at her place. However, it's a nice place to call home," he smirked.

"HOME? You're going too far, Kaiba. You act as if she is married to you," the harpie screeched.

"Changing the subject, where does she work?" he asked.

"..." Mai hung up the phone.

Shizuka's shift had ended. Checking her phone, she noticed she missed a call from Mai. So, she decided to call her back.

"Mai. Sorry I didn't answer you, I had to work today," Shizuka said as she walked home.

"No problem, but that Kaiba is crazy. He had the nerve to call my residence and ask where you worked," she told Shizuka.

Shizuka couldn't help but smile realizing that Kaiba had locked himself outside once again.

"I'm sure he means well," Shizuka said oppositely as Mai was shocked to hear that.

"Shizuka, I'm only protecting you. What if he went to your job just to fire you?" Mai was so worried, but would immediately hire Shizuka.

"I don't think he would do that," Shizuka realized he had started to show emotions even though he gave blank expressions when it came to questioning his feelings.

"Why do you say that?" Mai was worried. It was almost as if Shizuka had joined the dark side... not literally.

"I can't explain it, Mai. This is between him and I," Shizuka said knowing it wasn't Mai's business.

"Okay, okay, I understand," Mai respected Shizuka's wishes.

"Mai, please just do me one thing and stop judging a book by its cover," Shizuka advised her.

"I'm trying, Shizuka, I'm trying," Mai calm down.

Shizuka smiled, "Cool. I'll talk to you later."

"Sure, but if he does anything-" Mai was starting to say.

"I know, I know," Shizuka rolled her eyes.

"K!" Mai hung up.

Shizuka texted Rebecca:

What is the deal with lemons on fanfiction?"

From Rebecca:

Read and find out... ;)

Shizuka noticed he was leaning against her door, "Hey."

"You're here," he showed a sign of relieve in his voice.

"Yeah, I'm home," she smiled as he study her expression.

He stood up and Shizuka slid the key to the door. Being a gentleman again, he opened her door for both of them. Closing the door behind, she turned around and touched his forehead. He was no longer hot, but noticed his expression for once. He slightly blushed as he leaned closer to her, so close as if their noses were touching. Honey eyes widened as her cheeks redden. Seto liked the fact that he was the only man that could do that.

"See, all better," he smirked as she gulped and nodded in agreement.

"I should make a least a cup of hot tea," she let her hand away from his forehead and turned around, "let me change first to my sleepwear."

"No need for tea," he suggested.

After changing into her bunny pajamas, she walked to Seto as he was on laptop. She was about to sit next to him when he sat his laptop on table and forced her to sit in-between his legs. Wrapping his arms around her petite waist, he leaned his head on her shoulder. She liked the contact between them.

"Click on the Rated M in the filter box," Seto demanded as she complied.

Then, she clicked search and her eyes widened.

"Warning: contains lemons," Shizuka noticed in every single summary.

"I still have no cluse as to why lemons are being suggested in Rated M stories," Seto said as she rose an eyebrow.

"Should we try reading one?" she asked as he placed his hand over hers to control the cursor.

"Why not?" he whispered in her ear making her excited.

"Okay," she clicked on the first story.

Pardon my grammar.

XEMblue.

Preview of CJ10:

Shizuka avoided his eyes directly as lifted her chin to make her look up at him. Her heart was pounding in excitement, yet nervousness. Seto kissed her directly making Shizuka's eyes dart at him. Smirking against the kiss, he licked her lips asking for access in her mouth. Complying to his request, she felt submissive to his commands. This is the life they lived. Master and slave. Seto made sure no man would take his woman. Shizuka felt being protected by him due to his words, body, power and control. He lowered his hand down to her skirt, and...