Chapter 5

Dance with the Devil

The next day at school, Kayla had told everyone about her duel with the thief. From there she learned that she wasn't the first person in town to be mysteriously robbed recently. A lot of other women had come home to find their entire houses destroyed, and the only thing missing would be a few pieces of jewelry. But none of them had ever even heard of the Seal of Orichalcos. Upon hearing what the card was capable of, the group had sworn to each other to be careful, and not accept any duels from anyone, no matter the stakes.

With Kayla's mind at ease, the rest of the week flew by. Before she knew it, Friday had rolled along, and Homecoming along with it. On Wednesday that week, Tea had taken Kayla out to get her dress and shoes, and to get her nails done. On the night of the dance, Kayla had done her hair up into a bun, with a few strand of hair framing her face. Her dress, shoes, and nails were all a turquoise color. Her dress was strapless with crystal beading down the front. The skirt of it cut off at her knees.

Along with a few small pieces of jewelry, Kayla wore the guardian bracelet upon her right wrist once again. After what had happened, she wasn't going to take any more risks.

"Kayla, Ryou is here!" Her father called from the living room.

With that said, Kayla made her way out to the room. Her father was standing in the doorway to the kitchen. Ryou stood by the front door, dressed in a white dress shirt, black slacks and shoes, and a black tie. His eyes widened, and his mouth dropped open when she made her entrance. Kayla smiled in response.

Jonathon cleared his throat loudly to fill the silence. "Alright, I want her home as soon as the dance is over. Are you driving her?" He asked Ryou.

Ryou shook his head. "Tea's mother is, Sir. Tea suggested that we all go to the dance together and keep a watch out for each other with the recent crime sprees around town."

Jonathon's expression softened at that, and a small smile played on his lips. "That's good. I'm glad to hear that. Maybe that will keep the grey hairs at bay for tonight."

"Dad, relax." Kayla said. "We'll be alright. Just like this summer, Tea will be looking out for us."

Jonathon's smile grew. "I know kiddo. I'm just teasing." He put one arm around her, giving a quick hug. "Go on and have fun. Make sure you call me when you're on your way back."

With that said, the two walked out the door, down the stairs, and out to a van parked near the sidewalk. Tea and Yugi greeted them with smiles and waves, and once they were buckled up, Tea's mother pulled out, and took off towards the school.

When they pulled into the school parking lot, it became obvious where the dance was being held. The outside of the gym was decorated with balloons, and a big blue banner that said "Domino High Homecoming" was hung above the door.

When Tea's mother dropped them off, the four friends made their way over to the gym doors, and gave their tickets to get inside.

Once inside, Kayla finally got a good look at how both Yugi and Tea were dressed. Tea was wearing a dress with a similar cut to Kayla's, only it was pink, and matching ballet flats. Yugi was wearing a white shirt and a black jacket, pants, and shoes. Both of them had a red rose pinned on their tops.

The music started playing, and Tea took a hold of Yugi's hand. "Come on, let's go dance."

Kayla smiled, turning to Ryou. He was reaching into his pocket. "Oops. I almost forgot." He said. He seemed to have found what he was looking for, and held out his hand to Kayla.

A white stem less rose sat in his palm. Kayla gasped. "Ryou, it's beautiful." She said.

Ryou smiled, stepping closer and helping her pin it to the top of her dress. She noticed that a similar one was pinned onto his shirt. "Some of the petals might be crushed. I completely forgot I stuck it in my pocket." His trademark blush returned to his face.

Kayla smiled in return. "It's perfect." She then took a hold of his hand, and led him out to the dance floor. "Come on. Let's join the party."

The night had gone on well for the two of them. A local school band was taking requests for the music they danced to, and they played perfectly. For most of the night, they played upbeat rock and pop songs. It wasn't until the dance had calmed down a bit that they had started to play slow songs.

Bakura watched from his soul room as the dance progressed. He'd been good with keeping his promise to Kayla of leaving Ryou alone, and letting him have his night with her. More than once he wanted to be the one who's hands were holding hers, dancing along with her. But he restrained himself. Its wans't until the last song was announced that he couldn't.

"Um… Ryou." Bakura struggled to say.

Ryou, taken aback by the sudden phrase from his Yami, replied, "Y-Yes?"

"Would it be alright with you if I could… um…. Take over? Just for this one dance?"

Ryou hesitated at first, but remembered Bakura's feelings for Kayla. Reluctantly, he replied, "Sure. Go ahead."

When Bakura did take over, he found himself sitting at a table with Kayla. She was watching as the other couples danced. "Kayla?"

Kayla turned her head, suddenly surprised. "Bakura? What are you-?"

"I asked Ryou if it was alright." Bakura said quickly. "He gave me permission. I would like to share this last dance with you."

The music started playing, a soft and slow song Kayla recognized as "Shattered" by Trading Yesterday. She stood up, taking Bakura's hand with a smile. "Alright. Let's go."

Yesterday I died, tomorrow's bleeding. I fall into your sunlight…

Kayla placed her hands around Bakura's neck, and he placed his around her waist, moving slowly to the music as one.

"I haven't danced in years." Bakura admitted. "And it wasn't anything like this."

Kayla smiled. "I could imagine so."

The song soon picked up. The lyrics touching Bakura, making him think back to when he first met Kayla, and everything to the present day. It was a strange feeling to him, but he didn't resist it.

And I've lost who I am. And I can't understand. Why my heart is so broken. Rejecting your love. Without love gone wrong. Life Less words .Carry on. But I know. All I know. Is that the ends beginning Who I am from the start Take me home to my heart Let me go And I will run I will not be silenced .All this time spent in vain. Wasted years. Wasted gain. All is lost. Hope remains. And this war's not over. There's a light. There's the sun .Taking all the shattered ones .To the place we belong . And his love will conquer all.

Yesterday I died. Tomorrow's bleeding. I fall into your sunlight.