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Now that my gratitude was be expression, a little info for everyone. There is only one chapter left after this. I will be uploading it hopefully tomorrow. I don't want to keep any of you waiting for the epilogue. Anyway. Let's get this story moving. Be forewarned. It's a long chapter.

Warnings: Yaoi (malexmale) if you don't like it please don't read this chapter.

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Chapter Seventeen

Two years passed faster than Jounouchi noticed. He stood in the summer light by the tree that he regained his memories from. "Two years," Jounouchi thought. The blond looked up at the sky thinking about everything. The first year after he was rescued by Kaiba was chaotic enough to realize that it would move by so quickly. It took one year to pass Atemu's judgment and get Jounouchi mentally clear to live by himself and work again. The following year, Kaiba began going back to the office to work. He had lots of endless nights and numerous meetings that he had to catch up on. Mokuba started college at the beginning of the year, leaving Jounouchi alone most of the time. He had tried finding a job once to pass the time, but nobody interviewed him. He knew something like that would happen considering that he never went to college, and he had over three years of being off the grid. He refused to work at Kaiba Corp. He didn't want anyone saying that he got the job just because he and Kaiba loved each other. At first, he was depressed about having to live off of Kaiba's money, but after awhile he found something to pass the time during the day and most of the long nights that Kaiba would stay at the office.

Jounouchi glance down at the newest book he was reading and moved over towards the tree. He saw the guard that was always near him when he walked outside move over to the edge of the house and hid slightly in the shadow. He sat down in the shadow of the tree, opening where he left off and continuing to read. The book wasn't one of his favorites, but he vowed never to stop reading a book before it was finished. He spent most of the afternoon reading the book until he finally got to the end. He flipped the book shut and started back inside through the entrance by the kitchen.

Jounouchi smiled at the chef before walking into Kaiba's large library. He passed all the books on business and nonfiction. He placed his book back and picked the next one off the shelf. When he returned to the kitchen, his dinner was waiting for him and the chef was gone. It felt like a common occurrence. Jounouchi slowly ate the lemon garlic chicken and rice before moving into the living room to watch television. Everything seemed peaceful in his world. If only he could break Kaiba away from his work for a small vacation. He was beginning to get bored with reading all those books, and the library was getting smaller and smaller with its selection. Jounouchi smiled softly to himself, remembering Kaiba's reaction to him reading a book. He would have to agree with the brunet that it was something he didn't think he would enjoy, but getting lost in all those different worlds was enough to keep him happy during the day. He sighed and switched the television off. The blond glanced at the clock with a frown. Kaiba was late again.

Jounouchi couldn't fault the CEO for always working late. He could tell how much stress being the owner of their own company was. He would always massage Kaiba's back every weekend, noticing how stiff his shoulders were each time. The blond walked upstairs to their room and sat down on the bed. Even after all the months that passed, Jounouchi had yet to move into the room Kaiba put him in originally. The brunet never said anything negatively about sharing a bed with Jounouchi. The blond blushed thinking about all the intimate things they came close of doing. He was grateful that Kaiba would only take it as far as kissing and touching. Nothing ever went as far as actually having sex. Jounouchi placed the new book down on the night stand and stood in the middle of the room. Thoughts of how he enjoyed those gentle touches and craved more plagued his dreams. The blond moved over towards the stereo and turned on some soft rock music. He wasn't really a fan of the slow melodies before, but he liked to sway to the music while he was alone.

He stood in the middle of the room, listening to the song he commonly heard on that station. He moved his body slightly to the left before swaying back to the right. Each step became more and more towards the beat before he found himself slow dancing with an invisible partner. He sang softly to the music and closed his eyes. He imagined what it would be like to take Kaiba clubbing and feeling their bodies pressing tightly against each other. He moaned softly from the image. Kaiba would be wearing those tight leather pants he had hidden in the back of his closet. The pants that hugged his hips beautifully and left nothing to the imagination. The florescent light would make his hair change colors. Sweat would glisten off his skin as they grinded together to a fast paced song.

He felt someone walk behind him and smiled as the brunet pressed his body gently behind him. He breathed in the musky scent of Kaiba's. "Good evening, Dragon," he whispered, opening his eyes.

Kaiba gently took his hand and twirled him around so they faced each other. "How long have you been dancing up here, Katsuya?"

The blond leaned his head against his shoulder. "Not long. Where have you been?"

"Sorry. I was meeting with the promotional team. I want to make sure the new game had all the attention it needs. What have you been doing all day?"

"I've checked through the papers again for a new job. Most places want someone with a college degree."

"I can pay for you to go to college."

"I don't want you doing that. I want to earn money and pay for everything myself. I've lived here for free for two years. I feel guilty enough as it is."

"You know I do have more money than I need. I can afford to give you something. You're my lover. I should be allowed to help you."

Jounouchi blushed and slid out of Kaiba's arms. "You've given me more than I could ever dream of. You saved me from that horrible life, you've paid for all my medical expenses including a personal psychologist and all my new clothes. I can't ask you for anything else."

Kaiba sat down on the bed and slid his jacket off. "None of that cost more than it cost to keep all the utilities running in Kaiba Corp. for a year. Jounouchi, I don't mind spending money on you. You deserve everything I give you. If you feel bad about it, I can find you a job at Kaiba Corp."

Jounouchi sighed and sat down next to him. "I wanted to find something that didn't have you influencing it. Plus, I don't have the experience to work in an office setting. I'm used to physical labor. I could..." Kaiba pulled his shirt off, causing the blond to lose track of what he was saying.

The brunet glanced over at him. "What's the matter?"

"Do you do that on purpose?"

"What?"

"Show off that beautiful body of yours. I was trying to talk to you."

Kaiba chuckled. "I could leave my clothes on if you want and go back to changing in the bathroom."

"No!" Jounouchi slid onto Kaiba until he straddled his waist. He traced his fingers along his chest. "I like looking at you. I feel privilege that I'm the only one that is allowed to see you without your shirt on."

"You do realize that when I go swimming, I don't wear a shirt."

"How often is that?"

"You got me there." Kaiba wrapped his arms around Jounouchi's waist and helped to balance him in his lap. "This is a dangerous position for you. I'm not exhausted tonight. Who knows what I'll do to you if you stay in that spot."

"Maybe I want you to."

"Katsuya, you know I'm not going to push you."

The blond rolled his eyes and looked him right in the eyes. "I've been trying to tell you this for a month now, but you keep ignoring the subtle hints. I'm ready."

Kaiba sighed. "I've seen them. I just want you to be sure before we take this to the next level. I don't want to frighten you or bring back bad memories."

Jounouchi moved up on his knees and pushed the brunet onto his back. "How can I get over my fears if I don't confront them. I'm putting a lot of trust in you. Will you make love to me? Will you show me what that man took from me? Please show me how much you love me because I want to show you how much I love you."

Kaiba leaned up and kissed him. He thought for a few moments, deepening the kiss. He desperately wanted to show all his love to Jounouchi, but he still feared that he'd damaged the completely healed blond. He broke the kiss and stared up at the blond. "Okay. I think it's time I showed you that I trust you as much as you trust me." Kaiba leaned up and gently ran his fingers along Jounouchi's cheek before moving it down his neck and along his collar. He kissed him again while he flipped them over and lied Jounouchi down on his back. The blond moaned, feeling his body shiver. He kissed along his neck, sucking on the junction between his neck and shoulder. He slid his fingers underneath Jounouchi's shirt and gently massaged his stomach before lifting the shirt up and off him.

Jounouchi ran his fingers down Kaiba's back and down to his waist. He moved his hands down to unbutton his pants, but Kaiba stopped him. He looked him in the eyes for a few minutes before releasing his hand and allowing the blond to open his pants. Jounouchi slid his hands inside the silk boxers, feeling brave enough to take the first step. Kaiba bit back a moan, feeling his body instantly reacting to the warm touch. The blond moved the pants further down Kaiba's long legs until the brunet could just kick it off. The CEO kicked them off and reached down to remove his socks.

The blond stopped his light touch and looked at Kaiba. "You're beautiful," he whispered.

"So are you," Kaiba mumbled, slowly sliding Jounouchi's pants off him. Jounouchi pulled Kaiba down so their bodies rubbed against each other, earning a moan from the brunet. He felt his body warming and more shivers ran through his body. "I want you," Kaiba murmured.

"Then take me. But…" Jounouchi looked up at Kaiba, biting his lower lip. He couldn't help but become slightly afraid even though he knew that Kaiba would never hurt him on purpose. "Please be gentle."

Kaiba's face softened. "I will go at your pace and be as gentle as possible." Jounouchi nodded and spread his legs. Kaiba rubbed his inner thighs and looked up at the blond. He used his other hand to move Jounouchi's face to look back at him. "Don't take your eyes of me. I want you to see me and not a memory." The brunet slid his free hand into Jounouchi's. "Squeeze my hand if something hurts more than you can handle."

Jounouchi nodded, not trusting his voice. He felt oddly excited and scared at the same time. Kaiba leaned down and kissed along Jounouchi's chest, licking ever inch of it. He twirled his tongue along each nipple, pulling it into his mouth to suck on them. He felt Jounouchi hardening as he made his way down the blond's chest. He glanced up at Jounouchi before twirling his tongue along his navel. He dipped his tongue into his naval, earning a low moan from Jounouchi. Feeling more confidant that Jounouchi wanted this as badly as he did, Kaiba slid his tongue along the blond's hard member. He twirled his tongue along the head, licking up the pre-cum. Jounouchi tilted his head back and moaned loudly. Just that simple action was enough to cause his body to heat up and send more shivers down his spine.

"Enjoyed that?"

"Yes," Jounouchi hissed. He moaned again when Kaiba licked him again. "That feels great." The blond arched his back, trying to get more of those wonderful sensations. Kaiba wrapped his lips around the head of Jounouchi's member, sucking on it slightly. Jounouchi moaned deeply. He continued to work the tip of Jounouchi member while he reached into the drawer for the lubricate that he knew was in there.

He opened the bottle and smeared a some of the oily substance on his fingers. He moved his one hand back into Jounouchi's free hand before placing his first finger at Jounouchi's entrance. He glanced up at the blond's half closed eyes. He gently twirled his finger along the entrance, feeling the blond stiffen underneath him. He moved his mouth down further and swallowed deeply. Jounouchi moaned loudly and almost came off the bed. His eyes rolled in the back of his head. He didn't feel the finger entering into him until Kaiba started moving it back out. He groaned from the uncomfortable feeling, but that lasted a few seconds before Jounouchi was moaning again. What Kaiba was doing to him was wonderful. He had never felt anything like that before.

Kaiba added another finger, stretching him further. He felt Jounouchi tense. He released the blond and looked up at him. "It's okay," he whispered. "Relax." The blond took a shaky breath and let it out slowly. Kaiba squeezed his hand reassuringly. "That's it. You're doing well."

The brunet added a third finger, slowly working the lubricate into the blond's passage and stretching him further. He ran his finger over Jounouchi's prostate. The blond gasped and arched his back off the bed. "S-Seto," he moaned.

Kaiba smiled and leaned up to kiss Jounouchi. "That's how good it'll feel. Are you still okay?"

Jounouchi nodded quickly. "Just keep doing that." The brunet rubbed his fingers along his prostate again, watching as he tried to keep his eyes open. The blond withered below him with a thin layer of sweat forming on his skin. He looked gorgeous like that on his bed.

Kaiba pulled his fingers out. Jounouchi looked at him with a disappointed gaze. The brunet leaned up and kissed him again. "Remember, squeeze if it becomes painful." The blond nodded, wrapping his fingers gently around Kaiba's hand. He couldn't lie and say he was fine; he was terrified. The last time someone ever did this to him, it hurt just as badly as breaking his ankles. He was grateful for Kaiba's patience and his gentle touch. He desperately wanted to know what it felt like to be loved by someone he cared for. He focused on relaxing his body when he felt something touching his entrance. His initial reaction was to tense up and anticipate the pain, but he followed Kaiba's suggestion and took a couple breaths.

Slowly Jounouchi's body relaxed enough for Kaiba to fit. He pushed in slowly, stopping every time he felt the blond's body squeezing him even though he didn't squeeze his hand. Once fully in, Kaiba leaned up slightly to look at Jounouchi. The blond was even more beautiful with his now flushed skin. He breathed slowly, but still kept his eyes on Kaiba. The brunet leaned down and twirled his tongue along the shell of Jounouchi's ear. He felt the blond moving below him, hissing from either the discomfort or pain. "Does it hurt?"

Jounouchi shook his head and shifted, moaning from the slight friction. "I-I need…" he stopped, not knowing exactly what he needed. Kaiba pulled back slightly and pushed back in. Jounouchi moaned. "That."

The brunet smiled, running his fingers down Jounouchi's side. He pulled out slowly until just the head was still inside and pushed back in just as slowly. The blond couldn't describe the sensation he was feeling. It was the most pleasurable he felt during sex. The slow thrusts where driving him crazy. He wanted more. "S-Seto, more." He arched his back, attempting to pull more of Kaiba inside of him. The brunet increased his pace, pulling out and pushing back in faster. "Y-yes, just like that. Oh, gods, that feels wonderful." Kaiba rolled his hips and pushed back in quickly, hitting Jounouchi's prostate. The blond moaned loudly and arched his back off the bed. "Oh gods," he whispered, losing himself completely in the moment. No longer was he afraid of what they were doing.

Jounouchi wrapped his arms and legs around the brunet and placed his head on his shoulder. Kaiba continued his fast pace, smiling at the reactions he was getting from the blond. He moaned deeply, feeling Jounouchi biting and sucking the junction between his neck and shoulder. It gave him more confidence about the pace he was setting. He leaned Jounouchi back down on the bed and pulled on of his one leg over his shoulder. He slammed into the blond quickly. His lover moaned loudly, not objecting to the new angle. They locked lips, fighting for dominance in the kiss. The brunet licked around his lips and pushed into the blond's open mouth. Their breathing increased with sweat glistening off their bodies. Everything was ignored around them except for what they were doing at that moment.

Kaiba felt himself getting close. He wrapped his free hand around the blond's leaking member and stroked along with his pace. The blond gasped through their sealed lips. All the pleasure was throwing rational thought of his mind. His body arched as Kaiba pumped him over the edge, releasing all over their chests and stomachs. Kaiba broke their kiss, moaning to the tightness around him. It took a few more thrusts, and he was releasing inside of the blond. He collapsed beside his lover, carefully pulling out of him before he did.

Jounouchi instantly rolled on his side and pulled Kaiba into his arms. "That was wonderful. Thank you, Seto."

"I could say the same for you, Katsuya. You were beautiful and so sensitive." Kaiba sat up and looked at the blond seriously. "Are you sure I didn't hurt you?"

Jounouchi shook his head. "I felt a little discomfort, but it wasn't painful." The blond rolled over and lied on top of the brunet, kissing him. "We will do that again, right?"

Kaiba chuckled. "Yes, Puppy, we'll do it as often as you want." The brunet suddenly stopped, realizing what he just called Jounouchi.

The blond looked at Kaiba's serious expression and figured that it was a slip. "I like that nickname. It's okay. I'll be your puppy, and you'll be my dragon."

"I don't want to call you by anything dog related."

"They never called me that. It's enduring. How long have you been holding that nickname in? It makes me think of something playful, full of energy and loving."

The brunet sighed. "I almost called you that several times, but I managed to stop before I said it."

Jounouchi reached down and pulled the blanket up over his now shivering body. "I love you, Dragon. Continue to call me that. It'll show me that you care about me enough to give me a nickname."

Kaiba frowned. "I'll show you more often, Puppy. I love you, and I don't want to lose you again."

Jounouchi smiled brightly and wrapped his arms around Kaiba. He loved hearing those words from him, knowing that he kept them special for him. He slid off Kaiba and curled beside him. The brunet wrapped his arms around him, making him feel safe, protected and loved. He knew that for that moment on everything was going to be fine. Kaiba would never let anything happen to him, and he would never let anything happen to Kaiba. Later on, he would allow Kaiba to pay for at least the first year of college so that he could get a job, but first they needed to go on a long vacation and make love over and over again the entire time. Jounouchi chuckled beside Kaiba. "We are going on a vacation."

"What?"

"Don't worry. I'll plan it all. We need a week of relaxing and love making."

Kaiba smiled and snuggled closer to Jounouchi. "Okay, but we can always just stay in the mansion all week." The blond smirked. He had planned that, but he wanted to make sure Kaiba wouldn't be able to work on anything while he was there. It would take some time to plan, but it was something he was going to do for his dragon in order to repay him for everything that he did for him. He would forever be indebted to Kaiba. He loved that man and planned to remain by his side for all eternity just like he knew Kaiba would. They survived a hardship and managed to come on top. He knew that there was nothing the world could do that would ever split them up again. Even in the afterlife, Jounouchi vowed to find Kaiba.

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I hoped you all liked that chapter. I had enjoyed that chapter a lot more than I usually enjoy them. One more chapter to go. Thank you all for reading. Please review and I'll talk to you all tomorrow.

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