spiritfire: All thought and sayings in their heads are all in italics(yawn)and Yaoi is applied in this chappie(warning)
XVIII. Love????
Dark, Yami, and Mahad assembled themselves in the throne room and were able to find out more about the seven magicians. The Lunar Prince was interested about the magicinas but Dark pretended to listen. Mahad on the other hand didn't care that much. After the long lecture, they decided to leave Alexandria but with one problem: What would they do now?
"...I want to go back where I came from." said Dark, feeling a little homesick and depressed.
"Well, we could try to dind any clues that would get you back." Yami stated but Zidane and Garnet became skeptical as they heard this.
"What are you talking about? Don't you live here?" Zidane asked crossly.
"Umm...," Dark mumbled. "No,"
"That would mean you're not from here?...Are you from Altech or Kingheartia?" Garnet asked but the spiky haired boy shook his head which stated that it was a no.
"Hmmm...there's no way you lived in that ghost continent...Wait...you're not absolutely came from here!" Zidane said frantically at Dark.
"Congratulations, you figured it out," Dark said sarcastically. Yami and Mahad smacked their hands on their foreheads. It was certainly embrassing.
"Sorry...I didn't mean to," Zidane said apologetically but Dark sighed. Garnet began to think away to solve this predicament then it gave her an idea.
"Why don't you go to Kingheartia? They might help you." the queen suggested and everyone wondered why would she tell them to go there.
"I don't know...," Dark frowned
"Garnet's right, you guys should go to that continent. Kingheartia has all the magicla knowledge and they might help you how to get you home." Zidane said firmly. The three of them thought about it and they decided to give it a try.
"If you want to go to that continent, you must pass the continent of Altech first and judging from your current location...you have to go to the Lunar Pier first then from there, you must pass the Forest of Despair to go to Altech." Zidane explained and they understood.
"...I guess we have to go there, then," said Dark and they were about to leave when the king interrupted them.
"Before I forget, I should warn you that the Forest of Despair will trigger your insanity in your hearts so be careful." Zidane warned and the three of them left Alexandria.
- - -
They left Alexandria after their resupply of their items. Since the monster activity had ceased, it was a easy path for them. It didn't take long to get to the Lunar Pier. The three of them went to the captain of the ship since most of the people knew that in order for them to go to the other continents, they usually go there. To their surprise, it was a woman. She had long yellow hair, dark violet eyes and a body that is so sexy that even men couldn't resist except Dark and Yami especially Mahad. She wore a long, light purple uniform with long with pants and long black boots. She had a sword
"What can I do for you, mates?" she asked sweetly at them. Mahad didn't like it a lot but he has no choice since she looked like the captain...at least.
"Are you the captain of this ship?" asked Yami and she gave a light-hearted laugh.
"Of course I am, what does it look like?" she replied sarcastically and some of her crew began to stare at the three of them.
"Are you insulting our captain?" one of the crew asked but she stopped them just in time. They saw that she's the type of person who nevers get into a fight.
"Cool it and by the way, I'm Mai," she said introducing herself and stopping her crew at the same time. "And you are?"
"I'm Yami, this is Mahad and Dark." said the Lunar Prince and pointing to his companions. Mai was amazed between the resemblance of the two of them.
"Hmmm...so its true that you guys destroyed the source of the monster activity," said Mai who was impressed at the three of them.
"How did you know it was us?" Dark asked in surprise.
"Word spreads quickly, doesn't it?" Mai replied, brushing parts of her hair away from her face.
"I guess." Dark shrugged.
"You know you guys looked very much alike except for the hair and the height." said Mai who stared at the two of them. Yami and Dark went red and turned each other's back. Mahad just sighed at the two of them.
"Usually, I would ask my customers to pay for my travelling fee but since you destroyed the monster source, I'll give you guys a free ride," said Mai then her face became serious.
"What's your destination?" asked the captain.
"The continent of Altech," Dark said simply and Mai's face became crestfallen.
"Are you nuts! In order for you to get there, I need to land you guys at the Forest of Despair!" said Mai who was nearly panicking but tries to calm herself.
"I'm afraid we have to." said Dark in his most serious tone.
"For what reason?" asked Mai.
"Personal issues, I'm afraid." Mahad replied but the captain didn't like this. She thought about it for a while then she breathed a heavy sigh.
"...As captain and head of the Lunar Pier, it's none of my business if it's personal issues but think about it. This is really dangerous...Are you certainly and absolutely sure that you want to go there?" asked Mai in her most serious tone. The three of them nodded and the captain just sighed. For her, the only way that travelers would listen is to learn.
"Alright just let me take care of the final preparations and in the meantime, you guys can wait or look around here. I'll send one of my sailors if we're done." Mai said and the three of them left her alone for a while.
- - -
The Lunar Pier was not only a seaport but also a city that bristled with energy. Many people mostly came for trade of their products but only a few are tourists. There were numerous restaurants and stores in this city. All the people were amazed at this famous splendor. The three of them were at the fountain of the Lunar Pier where most people dropped their coins and make a wish. Yami got a coin from his pocket and decided to try his luck. Dark and Mahad stared in disbelief as the Lunar Prince closed his eyes then he flipped the coin and plok! The coin fell in the water.
After that they decide to go up to Cresent Hill where Dark said it's famous for its ocean viewing at the brightest day. Mahad wondered how did he know but he didn't like to ask. Yami on the other hand had a good idea on how Dark knew about this place. They climbed the stairs where the hill is located and as they arrive, it was a fantastic view. The ocean sparkled like the morning sun as everyone's eyes widen in sight.
"I never knew that such a view could be so exalting." said Yami who never saw an ocean view before.
"I agree," Mahad added but Dark's eyes stared at the reflection of the water. He kept thinking why would the seven magicians inhabit his life.
"Of all the times could happen why ...Does it mean I'm someone...and the Etherealians...I have to find out" Dark stared coldly in sadness. Yami noticed there was something odd from him.
"Dark, are you alright? You seem a bit grim." Yami frowned at him and the spiky haired boy snapped out of his thoughts.
"Maybe, I should leave you guys alone." Mahad said and left the two teens alone.
The two of them didn't say a word until Yami decided to ease it by beginning a conversation among themselves but unfortunately, that didn't work that much. The prince felt a hint of sadness on Dark's face.
"Dark, is there something you need to tell me?" asked Yami.
"Nothing, really," Dark said emphasizing his word but the prince didn't believe him. To Dark's surprise, Yami held his body and bit his neck. Dark tried to let go but something deep inside him, he really wants to do this. He has no idea what he was doing and tries to stop Yami from continuing. After a relentless struggle, Dark was able to escape from Yami's grasp.
"What the freakin' heck are you doing, Yami?" Dark asked angrily as small tears began to fall.
"Dark, I didn't mean to...I thought that you need to..." Yami stammered.
"Need what?" Dark spat at him.
"Love..." replied Yami and with that Dark ran away from the Lunar Prince.
- - -
Dark ran away from Yami and he found himself in the pier where most people stop by to relax and think. Of all the people he meet, why would Yami bit his neck. He cried silent tears and couldn't believe everything has gone bananas. Mahad was just passing by and saw the spiky haired boy in tears. He knew immediately that something was wrong.
"Yugi, what's wrong?" asked Mahad in a worried voice but he couldn't say a word, only tears fell on his innocent face. The guardian decided to take a wild guess.
"Did Yami do anything to you?" asked the guardian and Yugi nodded and showed him two small bite marks on his neck. Mahad nearly went shock and happy at the same time.
"Oh my, Yami gave you a lovebite!" Mahad gasped and smiling at the same time. Yugi's face suddenly went pale.
"What do you mean 'lovebite' ?" asked Yugi in an undignified way. "And what are you smiling about?"
"I'll tell you a little secret. Actually, Yami is ...that is to say had 'a crush' on you and that lovebite shows that he cares a lot for you. I never thought I would see that...but nevertheless, that bite will disappear don't worry about that," Mahad laughed and Yugi suddenly frowned.
"I'm so fucked. My god, he's a prince and I'm just a blasted cold hearted mage! Who does he think he is, anyway?" Yugi yelled angrily in exasperation. "I didn't like it!"
"Realllly? Then what did you feel when he gave you that lovebite?" Mahad asked and Yugi gulped, his cheeks went red as ripe as a overripe tomato.
"It's none of your friggin business!!!" Yugi yelled again in exasperation, this time in bewilderment, sweating bullets and bushing madly.
"If you say so..." Mahad grinned and enjoyed the sight of the spiky haired boy being red all over his face.
"Will you stop it? I'm already embrassed! Happy?" Yugi growled and later, one of Mai's crew said that they're ready to depart anytime so the two of them fetched Yami at Cresent Hill who was apparently clueless since Dark stayed away from him and Mahad couldn't help but giggle at that mishap.
- - -
They arrived back at the same spot where the three of them saw Mai and apparently, they were good to go. So they went in and the ship began to sail away from the Lunarian continent. Yami, Dark and Mahad saw as the continent began to get far and far away. Now that they were on the ship, Dark didn't want to get close to Yami for a while after that terrible mishap.
"Uh...Mahad what's up with him?" asked Yami as Dark took a cold stare at him.
"Yami, you gave him a lovebite didn't you?" Mahad stated and the prince nodded in consent.
"Apparently, he didn't like it but you should see his face. His cheecks went red as a overipe tomato and didn't admit all that." Mahad said and unfortunately, the spiky haired boy heard it.
"I heard that you conniving git" Dark yelled and Mahad giggled.
Busted
Yami just sighed in sadness. He thought he could do something but unfortunately, it ended up in a very big mess. Mahd couldn't help himself but feeling sorry for the two of them.
"Love...love...I...don't understand...what ...what...I'm...confused..." said Dark clutching his head in confusion and touched his neck where Yami gave that 'lovebite'.
"I don't understand any of this. Maybe I'll catch myself some fresh air" said Dark again and went to the rear of the ship. It was a smooth sail and the wind breeze was great. Of course, he stay awawy from Yami as far as possible for he didn't like to talk to him for a while. Yami was on the other rear of the ship thinking about Dark. Maybe he shouldn't gave that bit but eventually he has to confess his feelings to him. Mai noticed something from the two of them and decided to pass time by talking to Dark.
"Hey, you alright?" asked Mai.
"...Not really," Dark frowned in distate.
"Did something happen?" asked Mai, this time in a very serious tone. "I can tell it from your face and it seems that expression is what I used to wore when I was young.". That sentence catched on Dark's ears.
"Really?" Dark questioned at her and Mai wore a dry smile.
"All I can remember is when I was a kid. I find ways to survive myself and one day, light has finally came and look at me I became the captain and best of all, I'm the head of this pier. Listen, I don't know what happen but sometimes you have to accept that there's someone who cares about. Tell me do you have one in mind?" Mai stated and asked.
Dark's eyes began to overshadow and said: "I guess you could say that" then he smiled
"That's a good sport," Mai said, seeing that Dark is feeling better and left him alone. He began to think what Mai said to him. Maybe he was being harsh on Yami. At least, he thinks so and with that 'crush' issue that was filling his head, he thought that maybe he does care even in a sort of weird way. So he approach Yami with extereme or should I say just approach him. Yami noticed that Dark was behind him so they stare each other face to face.
"Yami, I... um that is to say...um...um...I...I'm sorry for spatting at you" Dark said, hung his head in shame. Yami stared for a few moments then he wore a small smile.
"Apology accepted...I should be sorry in the first place I didn't mean to be bold but you're always full of sorrow and I can't stand that." Yami said and finally the two of them make up.
spiritfire: MWA HA HA HA I'm so loving this and sorry about the Yaoi I wasn't planning this but my imagination has gone uh rigid so please tell me what you think and no flames (hides in the closet) please.