So today has been a crazy day for me. First, I go to the Jamestown campus to get some books because the Wendover campus doesn't have them and some stupid shit happened with my sister that really pissed me off. Then, some of my assignments on Moodle weren't open because the bitches said: "Well you're an online class but I'm not opening this up til 10 tonight." Bitch, I don't do work past 8-9! So, I'll do that shit tomorrow or Thursday. Anyways, so the day turned around when I found out...
Both 'Bakura, the Demon Barber on Fleet St' by Candyassgoth AND 'As I Fall' by Ferris Ulf were updated tonight! I've read Candy's update. I just have to read Ferris' and split my review up since the last review got cut! I was so PISSED! It cut me off at the BEST part of the review! AHHH so I'm over here dying and somehow I was able to finish this chappie up to update! I didn't wanna give y'all too much to read and I didn't wanna write too long of a chappie, so it's split up! No 'focus' this time around...just some fun! We definitely needed it! Enjoy!
Endlessly:
I could love you endlessly, I could fall in love with you and we could keep a miracle alive. Every time I look in your eyes, I get lost inside of your soul. What are you doing to me? Don't you know that I hate you? Don't you want my blood on your hands? Don't you want me to scream? Don't you realize that it's too late to bring me back life? I'm already further than death. I'm drowning in my desire for you and my need to kill you. I want my hands covered in your blood, I want your skin underneath my fingertips I want you to reach out and touch me, I want you to burn me alive with your beautiful eyes. I want to hear your voice when I go to bed at night, I want to lie next to you and watch the world go by. I want to end you for good, I want to make you suffer, I want to see the look in your eyes when you look up at me when I hold the knife above your heart. I want you to know that any claims of hope you had of us is nothing but fantasy we'll never have. I want you to be the one that kills me, I want my blood on your hands.. I want you to end me I want to feel your passion. I want to feel your soul wrapping around mine. I want to know if you feel this too. I want to know if I can kill you now. I want to feel you underneath me I want to feel something besides this loneliness I feel inside. I want to bring the demon out of you.
I want to know if it hurts when I cut you up inside. I want to know if you really hate me or if I really hate you. I want to make me scream, I want to feel the power within me grow. I want you to knock me out, I want you to defeat me. I want something so much more from you than I could ever get. I want you to bleed, I want you to scream. I need you to know you're driving me crazy. I need you to know my soul burns passionately for you every time you give me that look I think I'm going to lose my mind. I want you dead, I want your soul to scream, to earn itself to me. I need you to know this isn't a game anymore. And what would you think if I told you that loved you this whole time? What would you say if I told you I never wanted to hate you, that I never loved you at all? What if I was playing with your mind?
What if I was lying right now? What if I told it was too personal to tell you how I felt about you? What if I told you that everything you've done to me was nothing more than just a wicked fantasies you dreamt of? What if I can't take it back? What if I don't want to? What if everything I said wasn't a lie? What if I tried to bring you back? What if I really did love you? Would you love me back, even though you think of me as a fool? Am I fool to fall in love with you? What if I told you that loving you is so impossible, it's not reality. I couldn't take it anymore. You burn me alive, I'd give myself to you if I could.
Disclaimer: I do not own Yugioh. If I did, then Yugioh would have ended with Bakura and Yami admitting their undying love for one another and Seto would have pulled Joey into a kiss to shut him up because Puppy and Darkshipping rock!
Warnings: My usual, y'all know what that means, but for those of you who happen to be new to my awesomeness, it means there's lemony goodness!
Summary:
Moments away from destroying Zorc, Yami hesitates, asking Horakhty if she can set Bakura free. She agrees, telling Yami that in order for him to pass into the afterlife, he must break his enemy of the darkness, and he only as a year to do so.
Chapter Twenty-three: Cloud Nine
[Joey's POV]:
I hold my lover in my arms as he clings to me, sobbing uncontrollably. I've never seen him in dis state before. I run my fingers through his hair, which causes him to cling to me even tighter.
"Seto, are ya alright, man?" I ask concernedly.
He doesn't answer. My shirt is soaked in his tears, but it doesn't phase me a bit. All dat matters is dat he's safe here with me.
"I'm so sorry." I whisper into his hair, kissing the top of his head. "I'm so sorry."
Seto pulls away from me, moving towards the edge of the bed. He buries his face in his hands. I crawl over to him, wrapping an arm around his shoulders.
"It's gonna be okay, man. I'm here for ya. We all are." I say.
Seto jerks away from me, staring up at me. His once beautiful blue eyes are glazed over with angry tears.
"I'll kill you if you tell those freaks." he hisses.
I shake my head. "I'm not gonna tell 'em, Seto." I say.
He continues to glare at me.
"Honest, I won't." I say reaching out to hold his hand, lacing our fingers together. I bring our hands up kissing the back of his hand. "I promise."
Seto nods.
"I'm stayin' here for the night." I say.
"You should spend time with your sister." Seto says. "She won't be here for long."
"I will, but for now, let's just get some sleep." I say moving so I'm lying on my side. "Come here and let me hold you."
Seto's eyes widen.
"Don't give me dat look." I chatise. "I'm holding ya ass, now get it over here. It's time for bed."
Seto continues to stare at me. I sigh in aggravation, jerking his arm. He falls down on the bed beside of me. I pull him into my arms, burying my face in his chest. I breathe in his addicting scent. How long has it been since I've dreamt of holding Seto in my arms? Ever since we've met, he and I have been at each other's throats. I love fightin' him. He gives me dis rush I can't explain.
I've always been jealous of him. He's beautiful, smart, talented. He has everything I want and he's everything I'll neva be. But now dat I know about his past, his most kept secret, I can see beyond that cold stony stare and indifferent attitude. He and I are just alike. We just take things differently.
We haven't talked 'bout what we're gonna do 'bout Dad since dat day I confessed to Seto about the abuse. I know he's been working on getting everything in order, but honestly I wonder if it'd be worth takin' him down. I mean I've been gone for several months and Dad hasn't even bothered to come and look for me.
I pull Seto closer to me, burying my face into his chest. Tears overwhelm me and spill. Seto holds me to him, running his fingers through my hair.
"Don't cry, Joey." he whispers to me.
I pull away from him a bit. "I'm scared." I admit.
"I know." he says wiping my tears away. "But I'm here for you."
I let out a shaky sigh. "Do ya think I should tell the others?" I ask.
"They're your friends, aren't they?" he asks.
I nod.
"Then if you trust them, you should tell them." he says.
"Is everything...I mean...'bout Dad…" I trail off.
"I'm not going to do anything unless you want me to." Seto says. "The only thing I've done is call some lawyers of mine up and put them on standby. Whenever you want to take him down, we will. If you don't, that's okay too."
I nod. "Thank you, Seto."
Seto brushes the side of my face. We stare deeply into each other's eyes. My heart beats wildly in my chest. I've heard of people falling in love. Dad always told me that ya can always tell if ya in love or not by the way someone's eyes light up when staring at the one their hearts claimed as theirs. Lookin' into Seto's eyes, they're giving me dat look.
Seto pulls me closer to him, kissing me. I respond quickly. I love kissing him. It makes me feel so alive. He turns over on his back, forcing me on top of him. Our lips mold together so wonderfully like we were made for one another. He pulls my hair, keeping us in place as we both try to dominate the kiss. We break the kiss, panting heavily. Seto still has a hold on my hair. Our lips lock again. Gods, I never want dis to end. He breaks the kiss, sitting up slightly kissing my neck. I moan, squeezing his shoulders.
He breaks away, falling back on the bed. I lean down kissing him. I end it with a tender one.
"I love you, Seto." I say.
That beautiful smile I've been craving since I've met him breaks across that perfect face of his. Those gorgeous blue eyes light up causing so many things to stir from within my very being. It has me undone.
"I love you too, Joey." he says.
A smile breaks across my face, tears spill from my eyes. Finally, I hear the words I've been dying to hear my whole life.
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[Mai's POV]:
It's been a few days since Joey and I talked. I was glad we did. Getting that off my chest really helped...both of us. I think our bond is closer than ever. I haven't seen Bakura since the night I dropped him off at Yugi's house. I hope he's doing alright. I'll be leaving Japan in a few days to go to France. They want me to model for them. I love modeling and dueling. They're my passion. It shows that I have both beauty and brains. Something that's rare to find.
I'm in my hotel. I'll be doing some dueling today here in Domino. I have some lame opponent I'm sure. I wish I could have a challenge. It's rather boring beating everyone so easily. Joey would be an excellent choice to duel.
My phone rings. I set my champange glass down, answering it.
"Hello?" I answer.
"Hey Mai!" A familiar voice cheers from the other line.
I spit my drink out, sitting up straight. "Serenity?!"
"Yup that's me! How are you?!" Serenity beams.
I laugh, leaning back in my recliner. "Fine, dear. Fine. I haven't seen you since Battle City!"
She giggles. "I know! I'm here in Domino. Are you busy today?"
"I was, but for you I'll be free." I say taking a sip of my champagne.
"No, it's okay. If you're busy I don't want you to-"
"Already done. Where do you want me to meet you at?" I say.
"Are you sure?" Serenity asks hesitantly.
"Yes hun. It's not like I was doing anything big. Just dueling some wannabe. I'd have more fun dueling a fly." I scoff.
Serenity giggles. "Well, I know this kinda sounds weird, but...oh never mind." she trails off.
"No, no tell me. I want to hear it." I say.
"Well, I was kinda wanting to duel you." Serenity says.
"Really? Do you even know how to duel, hun?" I ask.
"I dueled a bit when you were in the Shadow Realm." Serenity says. "Duke, Tristan and I dueled someone."
"Ah, well I suppose we can. Just for fun though." I say.
Serenity laughs. "But of course."
"Are you at the Game Shop?" I ask.
"No." She replies. "I'm at Kaibaland.
"Even better, I'll be there soon. Make sure that brother of yours doesn't get into trouble."
"Can't make any promises." Serenity says.
I laugh, ending the call.
Well now, I wasn't expecting this. Serenity wants to duel. I know she can't beat me, and she knows this too. But I suppose sometimes it's fun to kick back and relax. Besides, it'll get me out of dueling my lame ass opponent today and I'll be able to see Joey and Bakura.
I dial the number on my phone with rapid speed.
"Preston,"
"Yes Miss. Valentine?" my chauffeur answers after the second ring.
"Start the limo, we're going to Kaibaland." I say standing up.
"But miss you have a-"
"We're canceling it! So get Charlotte to rearrange it. I have more important matters to attend to." I say clicking off the phone and shoving it in my purse before he can reply.
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[Marik's POV]:
So, it's been about two days since Bakura and Yami had a 'talk' and they seem happier than ever. Joey went over to Kaiba's yesterday. I'm sure they were fucking like rabbits. So today, we're just sitting in the Game Shop and I am booored to death!
"Please tell me we're going to do something today!" I groan shifting in my spot on the couch.
"We should try and get out today." Anzu says filing her nails. "Or you could do your homework."
"No one has time for dat." Joey says throwing some chips in his mouth chewing noisily. That shit really gets on my nerves.
I look beside of me to see Bakura has fallen asleep on Yami's chest. Yami is stroking his hair watching his lover sleep. He's completely oblivious to the rest of us. A smile forms on my face. I'm so happy for Bakura, and for Yami. They finally realized they belong together. But I know their fight is far from over. Bakura still has darkness within him and because of that, there is a chance that Bakura could snap. Being a worshiper of Zorc for so long, one does not get over something like that with hot sex and friendship alone.
Everyone was really upset the other day when Yami came out of his and Yugi's room with a big gash in his arm. Luckily, it didn't need stitching and he didn't seem to be too phased by it. He understands Bakura like I do. He knows Bakura needed to let all that pent up anger and frustration out. I'm actually surprised Yami didn't have to be rushed to the hospital, but then again Bakura is in love with him.
The time I spent with Bakura had been both the worst and best days of my life. Best because he taught me to believe in myself and not let anyone run me over and worse because we both were hellbent on revenge from the one person who saved our souls.
"Marik!" Yugi shouts.
"Huh?" I blink.
Tristan scoffs. "Did you go deaf?"
"What?" I snap. I hate when someone interrupts my thoughts. My thoughts are definitely more important than what everyone else has to say.
"We asked you if you wanted to go to Kaibaland today." Yugi says.
"Do they want to go?" I ask jabbing my thumb over to the lovebirds cuddling on the couch next to me.
"Yami, do you want to come?" Yugi asks.
Okay, why didn't they ask him before they bothered me?
Yami shrugs. "Sure." he says. He shakes Bakura. "Bakura, sweetheart, it's time to wake up." Yami cooes, brushing his lover's face. Everyone's staring at them and it doesn't phase Yami in the slightest. It would have a few months back, but I think now that he's realized that he's in love with my best friend, he doesn't really care what anyone thinks. He just wants to be with Bakura. That's all that matters to me.
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[Yami's POV]:
I'm in the Game Shop sitting in the living room with everyone-save for Kaiba and Mokuba-surrounding me. They're chatting about noisily, but I'm not paying attention at all. Bakura is lying on my chest, sound asleep. He's been sleeping quite a bit these past two days. I think it has something to do with what occurred the other night. He and I made love in the most passionate of ways.
We fought. We dominated one another. We gave ourselves to one another. Bakura sobbed, clinging to me and I held him in my arms like a mother holds her child. I made love to him, he become undone falling asleep on my chest. The next day, he confessed his love for me.
I couldn't be happier.
But, there is something lingering in the back of my mind. To be honest, I feel this was a bit too easy. I know Bakura is genuine in his confession. You can see it in his eyes that he's in love with me. But, I'm sure Zorc is waiting for the perfect opportunity to strike. I tighten my hold on Bakura, growling inwardly. That foul beast won't be harming my Bakura again!
I smile to myself. It's funny how things work. It seems like only yesterday that Bakura was at my throat, now he's lying on my chest sound asleep. I love having him in my arms. I never knew how much I was in love with him until the other night. I'll never forget it. It was painful, yes, but the pleasure-psychical and emotional-far outweighed the pain.
I knew Bakura was going to react that way. I wasn't sure how he would react, but I knew he'd be upset. The whole time we were fighting he was fighting within himself. I know deep down inside he feels helpless. He's scared and feels alone, but I showed him that I'm here. He trusts me to save him from Zorc's control and that's exactly what I'm going to do!
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[Serenity's POV]:
After talking with Kaiba and Joey yesterday, I decided to crash at the Game Shop. Joey spent the night with Kaiba, which was fine. Yugi welcomed me with open arms. I was going to get a hotel originally, but since Yugi insisted...well, I just couldn't resist.
We're heading to Kaibaland now. I'm really excited about this! I've never been before! I know Kaiba has a ton of money and he can create theme parks and anything he wants, but I know for a fact that my brother doesn't cling onto Kaiba because of his money. He's not shallow...like Mom is.
"Oh wow!" I exclaim, beaming in happiness at what I'm seeing. I've never seen anything like it. It's breathtaking.
"Someone looks excited." my brother teases putting a hand on my shoulder.
"Oh you bet!" I beam. "Let's go ride some rides!"
"Hell yeah!" Joey shouts running towards the entrance.
"Slow down, Joey!" Tristan calls running after him, "We haven't paid for tickets!"
"He should be able to get us in for free since he's sleeping with Kaiba." Marik says as we start walking towards the ticket line. Great 4,000 people here.
"Marik! We can't use their relationship to our advantage!" Anzu chatises.
"Mai uses her boobs to win duels." Marik says. 'What's the difference?"
"She does not!" I hiss angrily glaring at the Egyptian. How dare he say something so crude and untrue about Mai! Mai is a great duelist and friend!
"And what seems to be your problem?" Marik asks.
"My problem is that you're spouting lies about one of my friends!" I shout.
Marik rolls his eyes. "Serenity, she has no talent at all! I beat her 1-2-3." Marik says looking at his nails like this is some casual conversation between best friends and we're not talking down on a good friend of mine.
"She does too!" I cry. "And, for the record, she didn't win against Mariku because she couldn't! How could anyone win in the Shadow Realm?! We've never experienced things of that nature! I bet you anything she could beat your ass 1-2-3! Don't ever say anything like that about Mai again!"
I storm off in a fit of rage. I can't believe him! I know Marik's a good person, but he has the tendency to run his mouth too much! He doesn't even know Mai! I'm the one that stayed by her side throughout Battle City. I could have watched my brother duel, but instead I watched over Mai. She is my idol and friend.
Hmm, but that's gives me an idea at least. I'll prove Mai's a real duelist once and for all!
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[Bakura's POV]:
I can't think straight. I'm too happy to believe it. Being near these people brings so much joy to my heart I never knew existed. We're at Kaibaland. Everyone is riding some rides and doing whatever. Yami and I are about to play some games. I'm not into the rides. They freak me out. Luckily, Yami hasn't asked if we can ride them or not. I think he senses they scare me. I know that's weakness, but I don't trust things like that.
Yeah, says the man who nearly lost his soul trying to destroy his soul mate. I can do that just fine no problem, but riding on some roller coaster that goes 2,000 plus feet in the air I turn chicken shit? I roll my eyes to myself. I seriously need help.
I've been tired here lately. The other night wore me out terribly. I never knew I spent that much energy making love to Yami. Though, when I took him it wasn't really making love. If anything, I degraded him. But, he hasn't said a word about it. He still loves me. Why, I will never know, but I hope it last. I hope it last with us forever. I'll definitely have to make that up to him.
I fear for Yami's life though. I know Zorc's still within me. I confessed that I was in love with Yami and forced him back in my mind. I have control now, but for how long? I couldn't live with myself if something happened to my love.
"Bakura, do you want to play Ski Ball?" Yami asks. We're walking through Kaibaland, hand in hand.
We stop, facing the Ski Ball area. The area has Blue-eyes White Dragons's mouths-teeth and all-for the holes you throw the balls in and the balls are Kuribohs. I smirk, turning towards my lover. "Now why would I want to waste my time playing this game with you when I know you'll lose?" I tease.
Yami laughs. "You seriously think you can beat me, Bakura?"
"Think? How about know." I smirk in satisfaction.
"Alright, if that's how it's gonna be. We'll bet."
"Loser gets bottom tonight?"
"Hell yeah. Best two out of three?" Yami asks as we walk up to the Ski Ball stand and pay for a game.
"Oh you are so on!" I say
We throw the Kuriboh balls. Hitting the targets with ease. Yami throws his, but it lands in mine, hitting my target.
"Your aim is off, Pharaoh." I say tossing my ball. Dammit! I missed that one!
"I wouldn't be talking, Bakura." Yami says tossing another ball. "You totally missed that last one."
"Well at least I hit my own target!" I exclaim.
"I'm still winning though." Yami says.
I look up at the scoreboard. Shit he is winning!
"This is only the first game, Pharaoh." I say using my last Kuriboh ball,hitting a perfect bull's eye.
"Are you sure you want to continue?" Yami asks.
"Psst, of course! I'm taking your pretty little tight ass hard tonight!" I scoff.
"You wish you could make me scream the way I made you scream the other night." Yami smirks. We walk back over to the game, starting up again.
"If I recall correctly, you were the one that was begging me to go faster when I had you tied up like some slave." I say.
"You'll be my slave tonight if you don't pay attention to where you're aiming." Yami says.
"Says the man who threw his ball in my target!"
Yami rolls his eyes. I chuckle, throwing some more balls in the Blue-eyes' mouth. I'm having so much fun! Yami and I are neck and neck! He may have won the first game, but I'll definitely win this one!
"Oh would you look at that!" I laugh seeing the score for this game.
"Pure luck." Yami says.
"It'll be pure luck when you swallow my cum tonight." I tease. "It has magic powers."
Yami burst into a fit of laughter. "Where do you come up with this nonsense from?"
I shrug. "I've spent all my life alone. I had to entertain myself some way…" I trail off, looking out into the distance.
I feel Yami place a hand on my shoulder. "Let's not talk about that right now, hmm? Let's have some fun. You deserve it."
I smile. "Yeah. Let's play our last game."
"Bet still on?" Yami asks as we set ourselves up for another game.
"Since my reward is to feel you again I think so." I say.
Yami laughs. "Alright, let's go!"
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[Seto's POV]:
I sit at my desk in my office in KaibaCorp typing away at my computer. Mokuba doesn't feel too well. I think he ate too many sweets last night even though I had told him to go to bed. I'm sure he'll feel better later. I asked Roland to keep an eye on him. I trust him to protect my brother. I pinch the bridge of my nose, sighing. Last night was a long night. I confessed to Joey about Gozaburo. It wasn't an easy thing to do, but I'm glad I got it off my chest. I clinged to him like some weak fool. I hated that I did that. How stupid could I possibly be?! He's seen all of my weaknesses. I shouldn't have let him in, but he seemed to be so caring.
Gozaburo told me that people will trick you with lies of affection. He said only those who can look beyond the lies and see the truth really deserve to sit on the throne of the world. The thing is, I don't want to sit on the throne of the world. I just want to live my life with Mokuba and Joey.
I want to be happy.
I didn't want to come into work today. I know I don't have to, but it's a habit I have. I don't trust people and besides, they always seem to fuck things up. I think only about nine people know what they're doing. The rest of these fools can't do shit! Why I don't fire them, I haven't the slightest idea.
I want to get back to Joey. I want to hold him in my arms and talk to him. I love talking to him. I love the fights we have. They make me feel like my life is worth something. When he told me about his father, I wanted to kill that son of a bitch right then and there. It's ultimately up to Joey what he wants to do about that bastard, but my lover knows I have the power to take his pathetic excuse for a father down.
His mother is another one I need to take down. Serenity told me about what had happened and how she was being kept from seeing her brother because of Joey's sexual orientation. That's one reason I can't stand people. Everyone's so close-minded. I have never been attracted to a woman. Sure, girls like Serenity are pretty, but I like Joey. He's got a body on him. I groan in aggravation, feeling my body starting to react to the memories of my lover's naked body. I need some serious help.
Joey's mom hasn't been calling him or Serenity because I've been tampering with her meetings at work and causing her to be busy. I just love having power over people that try to ruin things for me. Serenity will be staying here with her brother if I have anything to say about it, and believe me…
I do.
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[Duke's POV]:
Unlike Kaiba, when the holidays hit, my ass is out having some fun. The company will be alright. I met Joey and Tristan at Kaibaland. I was strolling past there today and I figured 'hey why not have some fun?' So, I met up with them and now we're in a long ass line waiting to ride this really cool roller coaster.
"How have you been, Duke?" Tristan asks.
"Fine." I reply flicking the dice dangling from my earlobe. "Been busy with work."
"No doubt." Tristan says. "I bet you're getting a lot of customers for that Dungeon Dice Monsters game of yours."
"Like you wouldn't believe." I say. "Hey, what's wrong with him?" I ask pointing to Joey. He's staring off into space, not paying attention to Tristan and I in the slightest.
Tristan shrugs. "Probably thinking about Kaiba."
"No doubt." I say.
When I met up with Joey and Tristan, they told me what had been going down. I haven't seen them in a few weeks. I wanted to, honest I did. But work was kicking my ass! It seemed like every time I think I'd get a break, more people wanted my game! I was fluttered, but still sometimes it's a bit much. Though, all those hot girls are fanning themselves at my gorgeousness. How anyone could resist me is beyond me.
Joey told me that he and Kaiba finally got together. I didn't press on how. I'm just happy for him. Maybe if he's happy I can convince him to let me take Serenity on a date. Of course, I'd have to deal with Tristan, but it's worth a shot at any rate.
"Hey guys!" Anzu calls waving her arms and running towards us. Serenity and Mai are walking behind her talking. Anzu stops right in front of me, while Serenity and Mai continue to talk a few feet away.
"Mazaki." I greet with a mock bow.
"Oh save it, Duke!" she snaps. "When did you get here anyways?"
"Been here for a bit. Hangin' out with these two." I reply jabbing my thumb behind me. "What have you been up to, sunshine?"
"School mostly. I'm sure you got filled in on the latest gossip?" she inquires.
"Joey's yes. So where's the other two supposed love birds?" I ask.
"They're here." Serenity says.
"Well we should go find them," Mai says tossing her blonde hair over her shoulder. "I want to see Bakura."
My eyes widened. Did she just say what I think she did?!
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[Serenity's POV]:
Anzu chased after me after Marik had pissed me off. After talking for a bit, we decided to ride some rides and play some games. I told her that I had called Mai asking her to come here so we could duel. Anzu was a bit shocked at first, but then she smiled and told me that it would be an amazing duel. I know it will be! Mai is a great duelist and friend. I don't care what anyone says!
Mai met up with us a few hours ago. She played some games with us, but past on the rides. The way she's dressed right now: heels and a skirt, I don't blame her. Mai always knows how to dress. She's such a classy lady. I wished I could be as pretty as her..
Mokuba called me earlier and told me that he wouldn't be able to make it to hang out today because he was sick. I hated that. I really wanted to see him today, but I suppose we can always see each other some other time.
I'm not sure how long Kaiba's going to be able to keep my mom away from here. I know she's noticed I'm gone by now and I'm sure she's been calling, but I haven't gotten anything from her because Kaiba's blocked her calls. I feel bad about doing this, I honestly do. But I had to do something to be able to see Joey!
"Serenity, are you okay?" Mai asks as we walk through Kaibaland. "You seem a bit upset."
I sigh. I don't want to bother Mai with my problems. "It's nothing, Mai." I say looking down at the ground.
"Oh no you don't. Bakura tried that exact same bullshit with me the other day. No way in hell you're gonna do it too. So talk." Mai says.
I laugh, looking up at her. "Well, it's about my mom…" I trail off.
"What about her?" Mai presses.
"She's trying to keep me away from Joey." I say softly looking down again.
"Are you serious?!" Mai gasps.
I nod. "She doesn't like how he's with Kaiba. She thinks that it's a phase and she thinks he'll turn up like Dad." I say.
I've told Mai about some of my past. I didn't say that Joey was getting beaten since that was his business, but I didn't' tell her about my life. How isolated I was without my big brother's guidance. If it wasn't for Janice, I'd have lost my will. After all, she's the one that was able to get in contact with Joey in the first place. I miss her…
"That gives her no right to keep you from him!" Mai hisses. "Have you talked to Kaiba about this?"
I nod.
"Good. And you know I'll be here for you, Serenity." Mai says wrapping her arm around my shoulders.
"Thanks Mai." I say, smiling softly. "You're the best."
"No problem, hun. Now then, are you ready for that duel?"
"You bet!" I beam.
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[Joey's POV]:
A while of playing games and riding rides, I am starving, so we've gotten a bite to eat. Everyone's met back up in an area where some tables and shelter are. The place is packed, luckily we got some room to sit down. Everyone is chatting amongst each other, eating. I've had a lot of fun today, but I can't help but wonder how Seto's doing. Mokuba was really sick this morning and Seto threw himself into his work. I need to get him out more. He needs to live a little and not be so scared to smile. That smile of his is absolutely breathtaking. Why he'd want to shove it away in a pit of despair is beyond me. Then again, it's not like he was allowed to smile and he sure as hell didn't have anything to smile about.
But those days are over and now he does.
"Alright, are we ready for the duel?" Mai asks standing up.
"Wh-hold on a sec! What duel?!" I exclaim.
Serenity giggles, standing up as well. "Why the duel between Mai and I, of course."
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So, did y'all like Marik and Serenity's fight? I sure did. Serenity isn't letting anyone talk about Mai! Mai and Serenity are going to duel next chappie! Not sure what else will happen, but we'll see! Totally winging this until it's time time to destroy things like I ALWAYS do. Now then, it's time for me to get in the bed and read some of As I Fall! *squeeeee! a;fka;kalskfaskg;kasfkas;flasdfas'sa Review lovelies! :D.