My Little Duelist Volume 2

by Baldwin17

After the grand tournament that was Duelist Kingdom, the meeting of Rebecca Hawkins, the defeat of the Big Five and the meeting of Duke Devlin, it seemed like life was back to normal for Twilight and her friends in Domino City. But not all peace can last forever, as a new darkness approaches the city of games.

5. Chapter 4: Stepping Out

Chapter 4

"Stepping Out"

It started on a rainy afternoon at Domino High. Fluttershy was about to leave with Tea until they saw the rain coming down. "Just great. It starts to rain after school!" Tea said in frustration. "It can't be helped Tea. We just have to let Mother Nature do what she must." Fluttershy said with a cheerful smile. Meanwhile, in the hallway, Rainbow, Tristan and Joey were on mopping duty, but Joey seemed happy and didn't mind. "Joey, I heard of people who whistle while they work, but what are you so happy about? On mop duty of all times?" Rainbow asked. "Well, my sister, Serenity, is finally getting her eye operation, and it's all thanks to the 3,000,000 dollars in prize money that Yugi gave me at Duelist Kingdom." Joey answered. "So she's not going blind?" Rainbow asked, smiling after hearing the news.

"That's great! When can we all visit her?" Tristan asked. "It's not that easy. My mom's gonna be there. And ever since Serenity and I were separated six years ago, my mom and I haven't exactly seen eye to eye, just like how she doesn't see eye to eye with my dad." Joey answered, saddened. "Well, we can go without you if it's too harsh to see your mom again. I'm sure Serenity will understand." Rainbow suggested. "Even if that's the case, I don't want Tristan getting any funny ideas about making a move on my little sister." Joey responded. "Joey, would I really want to do something like that?" Tristan asked. "Knowing you, you might. Besides, she's too young for you." Rainbow pointed out, only for Tristan to glare at her.

Meanwhile, as Fluttershy and Tea waited for the rain to stop, Yugi walked up behind them, along with Rarity and Spike with their arms linked. "Tea, Fluttershy." he said. "Oh, hey, Yugi." Tea responded. "Hi, Yugi." Fluttershy said with a warm, loving smile. "Hello, everyone." Rarity said. "Oh, hi, Rarity. Spike. What's up?" Tea asked. "Not much, just about to head to my apartment for a study date." Spike said. "And then we have a date tomorrow, a little bit of a shopping trip, but it's going to be simply wonderful." Rarity put in. "Especially since it's going to be with my handsome Spikey-poo." she added before kissing him. "Uh, Fluttershy? I might need your help." Yugi said. "Oh, certainly, Yugi. Anything for you." Fluttershy responded. "Actually, I think Yami might be the one in need of help more than me." Yugi admitted.

"You mean the spirit of your Puzzle?" Spike asked. "What sort of help would he need, Yugi?" Rarity asked. "Well, you see, whoever it was that made Bandit Keith steal the Puzzle seemed to know a lot about the ancient past, perhaps even Yami's past. That reminded Yami how little he knows about it." Yugi explained. "Maybe you can help him, Fluttershy. Hanging out with you and Tea might help him figure things out." he added. "Sure, but how are we supposed to do that?" Tea asked. "Well, you're a great friend, Tea. And Fluttershy, you're always giving me great advice and you likely love Yami as much as you love me, since we share the same body and mind. Therefore, you might be able to help as much as Tea." Yugi answered before running off into the rain. "What's the plan?!" Tea called. "We'll all meet at ten o'clock tomorrow, at Domino Central! Thanks, guys!" Yugi responded as he ran.

"No problem!" Tea called out. "I certainly hope we can help." Spike said. "Oh, don't worry, Spikey-wikey. Think of it as a double date for you, me, Yugi, or rather Yami, and Fluttershy." Rarity responded as she walked her fingers up his arms than 'booped' his nose before giggling at his blushing expression. The next day at Kame game, Yugi was getting ready for his, and Yami's double date. "I have a feeling today is gonna be awesome! Of course, if I can figure out what to wear, we can get going." he said. "Tell me, Yugi, what's this plan of yours?" Yami asked. "I was gonna keep it a surprise. So if I told you, it wouldn't be a surprise, now would it?" Yugi responded. "Yes, that's true. But I still have many riddle to unlock, I have little time for surprises." Yami stated. "Don't worry. What I have planned just might help." Yugi said, with a reassured wink.

Meanwhile, Tea and Fluttershy were waiting for Yugi/Yami to show up. Just then, Rarity and Spike showed up. Spike was wearing his best polo shirt and jean pants, and Rarity was adorned in a beautiful diamond-patterned mini skirt and sparkling heels. "Well, don't you look amazing, Fluttershy, dear." Rarity said, marveling at Fluttershy's yellow butterfly dress. "Thank you, Rarity. I only hope that Yami thinks so." she says before twirling her dress around. "I'm sure he'll like it. I mean, Rarity looks gorgeous." Spike said, making Rarity smile, giggle and blush. "Oh, Spikey-boo, you're such a charmer." she said. But Tea was deep in thought. 'How are me and Fluttershy supposed to figure out Yami's past? I mean, I know a little bit about the Millennium Puzzle and so do Spike and the girls, but I'm pretty sure that there's nothing about it that we can tell him that he doesn't already know. This is way too much pressure.' Tea said to herself. "Tea? You okay?" Fluttershy asked. "Huh? Oh, Fluttershy. I...not really. I mean, how are we supposed to help a 5,000 year old spirt figure out his past?" Tea responded. "Maybe rather than approach him like he's a 5,000 year old spirit, approach him as if he was just a guy you've known for years who doesn't know much about where he came from." Spike suggested. "Easier said than don, Spike." Tea responded.

Soon, Yugi arrived. "Okay, Yami, Spike, Rarity, Fluttershy and Tea will explain the plan. But this is where I let you take over." he said before letting Yami take over. "Very well, Yugi. I just hope you know what you're doing." he said before the others saw him. "Hey, Yami." Spike said. "How do you do?" Rarity asked. "Hello, everyone." Yami said before his eyes quickly switched to Fluttershy. "Fluttershy, you look..." he began to say. "No need to say any more, Yami. I know what you're going to say. I know I look great." Fluttershy responded. "You must know me like I were an open book." Yami said with a smile. "Well, not really. But how about we discuss our plan at Starbucks?" Fluttershy responded. Later, they arrived at Starbucks and were sitting at a window table enjoying their drinks.

'He seems to have a lot on his mind. I hope I can help.' Tea thought. "Oh, I think I have an idea as to what we could do later tonight. We could visit the ancient Egypt exhibit at the Domino Museum, it opened just a couple days ago." Fluttershy suggested as she pulled out a magazine that she had. "Now that could be interesting." Yami admitted. "And if I'm correct, isn't that the Eye of Anubis on that stone? The same thing that's on your Millennium Puzzle?" Rarity asked. "It sure does, maybe this could help you learn something more about your past, Yami. We already know you're likely from Egypt, so this could be the next best thing to traveling all the way there." Tea concurred. "In the meantime, we could do something else to pass the time." Spike pointed out. "Please, you all must forgive me. Lately I've been feeling like I'm a stranger to myself. There are so many details about who I am and where I came from that I can't seem to remember." Yami said, solemnly.

"Then how about we start with what you do remember?" Tea suggested. "Like you said, Tea, my origins lie in ancient Egypt and I now reside within the Millennium Puzzle, but that's about it." Yami answered. "How about when Yugi first bonded with you?" Fluttershy asked. "When Yugi first put the Puzzle together and our bond began, it was as if my spirit was, reborn." Yami responded. "Reborn?" Rarity asked. "Yes. Since that day, I felt that I'm here for a reason. That destiny brought me to Yugi so that I can accomplish something of great importance. After the Puzzle was almost taken away from us, that feeling, began to grow stronger." Yami answered.

"Maybe the key to understanding why I'm here lies in my past." he pondered. "Well, if it makes you feel any better, I'm going through the same thing." Tea admitted. "You are?" Fluttershy asked. "Yes. My situation's not exactly the same as Yami's, but I'm not sure why I'm here or what my future holds, either." Tea answered. "I see. So in your case, it's what purpose you have to fulfill and how it connects to only your future." Yami said. "Yes, that's right. So, for now, I'm just listening to what my heart tells me and see where it leads. And lately, its been telling me to pursue my dream of becoming a dancer." Tea continued. "That's great, Tea. I'm sure both Fluttershy and myself tell Yugi to follow his heart. Or rather, in Fluttershy's case, let her heart and his lead them to where their relationship takes them." Yami responded. "Well, to tell you the truth, I love both you and Yugi equally. You're almost one in the same, to me. You both look similar, and you're both wonderful to be around." Fluttershy admitted as she put her hand on Yami's.

"Who knows, Tea, dear? Maybe you might find that dancing isn't truly for you, but you never know until you try it out." Rarity pointed out. "That's right, Rarity. What I'm trying to say is don't see the unknown as an enemy, see it as an adventure that's waiting for you." Tea concurred. "Tea, dare I say you're an inspiration to us all?" Rarity asked. "Not just to all of you, but to myself, too! Let's head out and see what the city has in store for us!" Tea responded, greatly excited. "So, where are we going now?" Yami asked. "Wherever we want. Inspiration is the key, right, Rarity?" Tea responded. "Absolutely, Tea, darling. And inspiration can come to anyone from anywhere at anytime!" Rarity concurred. And so, the group headed out on their adventure through Domino City. They checked out the music store, fed some pigeons in the park, and went to see a movie. Then, Yami stopped outside a store with a poster talking about Duel Monsters. "Look, everyone. Duelists can trade in Duel Monster cards here." he said, obviously a bit intrigued by the idea.

"Trade cards in? Well, as much as I like the idea, I think I'm quite fond of my deck as it is." Rarity admitted. "Well, it doesn't hurt to look around. This could be a lucky day for any of us." Tea pointed out before they headed inside. "These packs could contain pretty good cards." Yami suggested. "How can you tell which pack has a good card or two?" Spike asked. "I find that each card has a heart in it, and by listening to what your own heart is telling you, and with some faith in the Heart of the Cards, you might just pull a rare card." Yami answered. 'He seems to be cheering up.' Tea said to herself. "I'll tell you what, Spikey, any card that you have an extra of, I'll gladly take it. In fact, I'll pay for half of however many card packs you buy." Rarity said. "Aw, Rarity, that's so sweet of you." Fluttershy said with a soft smile.

"I agree. Thanks a lot. And here's an early repayment." Spike said before giving Rarity a smooch. Later, the group was walking down the street, and those who picked their card packs were seeing what they got. "Aha! Lightforce Sword! It's an excellent trap card! And a wise trade." Yami said, pleased with his pull. "I think me and Fluttershy got some good ones, too. But I think it's best to wait until we duel again to show them off." Spike said. "Excited, are we?" Tea asked. "I guess you could say that, yes." Yami responded. "Then our next stop is, the local arcade, Big Web!" Spike declared as he pointed the building out. Inside, everyone was seen playing every sort of game imaginable, from Time Splitters to Street Fighter, and there was even some people gathered around the Duel Monsters Quest machine.

"Wow! This place is so big!" Tea said, clearly amazed by the size. "I know, I come here every Saturday when I got some money to spare. Play a couple rounds of Panzer Dragoon." Spike stated while pointing out the Panzer Dragoon arcade machine. Soon, their attention was drawn to a crowd over by the Dance Dance Revolution arcade machine. All the people around the machine were wondering how the winner of the game, Johnny Steps, got his moves and his hairdo. "Is that some kind of dueling dance game?" Yami asked. "Yeah, it's called Dance Dance Revolution." Spike answered. "You there, the beautiful girl with the diamond-patterned mini skirt, you want to step on the dance floor with Johnny Steps?" Johnny asked. "I think it's best we ignore him and go someplace else." Yami suggested. "Sorry, but even though he may have flashy moves, they're not enough to deter me! Tea's been teaching me a few new moves, and now's the chance to try them out!" Rarity retorted before tossing her jacket in the air, revealing her crop top, while Spike caught it. "What are you doing, Rarity?" Yami asked.

"Simple, accepting a challenge. Time to have some fun, Johnny Steps." Rarity responded as she turned her attention towards Johnny. "You may be pretty, but I won't go easy on you." Johnny warned. The crowd seemed behind Johnny firmly. "Listen, I don't know how well you can dance, but why don't you reconsider?" Johnny asked. "Sorry, but when I said challenge accepted, I meant it." Rarity answered, firmly. "If you insist, but you're gonna wish you never stepped on my stage." Johnny retorted. "On the contrary, I'll be doing all the stepping." Rarity rebutted. "Then let's dance!" Johnny declared before the announcer declared the game was about to begin. 'Time to show Johnny Steps how a REAL dancer cuts a rug!' Rarity thought.

In moments, the game began and already, both were off to a great start, but Rarity had more finesse in her movements. As for Spike, he was blown away at how his girlfriend was, metaphorically, cutting the dance floor apart. 'Wow! If Tea taught her those moves, she just made Rarity five times more gorgeous than she already is!' the boy thought while blushing at how well his girl moved. Even the crowd around him was amazed, claiming that she was busting moves that even Johnny couldn't do. Johnny, desperate to win, decided to bring out a leg sweep. 'Why, that hoodlum! He's deliberately trying to make me trip!' Rarity thought, clearly not happy with what Johnny was doing. As the two danced on, the crowd noticed Johnny was breaking out illegal moves. "Hey! Keep it clean, Johnny!" one of the spectators shouted. But even with the shenanigans from Johnny, the crowd was amazed that Rarity was still keeping her composure and continuing to move and groove.

Over on Johnny's half of the stage, he was starting to hit the wrong pad buttons, shocking him and the crowd. The two kept dancing until, finally, Johnny Steps made a misstep. One that caused him to fall off the stage and lose the game to Rarity. Everyone around the Dance Dance Revolution machine was amazed, even Yami was impressed. As for Spike, he was so blown away that he ended up fainting into Fluttershy's arms whilst smiling. "I think I want to marry her." the blushing boy said faintly. Later, the group was looking out at the sunset. "Rarity, you were amazing back there!" Spike said, clearly impressed by his girlfriend's beautiful dancing. "I agree. Maybe beating Johnny Steps at his own game will teach him a lesson." Tea concurred. "You were great today, Rarity. But you know, everyone, I've been thinking about what was said earlier." Yami said. "What do you mean, Yugi?" Fluttershy asked.

"When Tea said that she wasn't sure about where her life will take her." Yami answered. "I believe one of you also said that, when in doubt, you should follow your heart. And my heart is now telling me that I must uncover the secrets of my origins, no matter where the search may lead me." he added. 'Yami seems really determined to learn more about his past. But I have a bad feeling that it's going to lead him, and my Yugi, into something more dangerous.' Fluttershy thought. "I'm glad our advice could help you. And if you're ever out there searching for answers, all of us, your friends, will be searching right along with you." Tea said. "Thank you." Yami responded. "You know that I'll always be there for both you and Yugi." Fluttershy said before hugging Yami. Suddenly, a familiar face showed up, that being Johnny Steps. "Say! Do you five mind if I step in?" he asked.

"What are you doing here? And what do you want?" Rarity asked. "I humbly came down here to ask you for a second chance." Johnny answered. "Second chance?" Tea asked. "I would've easily won that game of DDR back there, but your beauty on the dance floor distracted me. I think you owe me a rematch. After all, I never met a dancer as elegant as you." Johnny explained, trying to make an excuse to get even. "Give it up, Johnny." Tea suggested. "Johnny, I suggest you take your loss and leave me be." Rarity stated, clearly not looking for Johnny to flirt with her. Suddenly, Spike stepped up. "Tell you what, Johnny. I'll accept your rematch, but we'll battle my way." he said confidently. "Stay out of this, kid! This battle is just between me and the girl!" Johnny declared. "Rarity, may I have the honors of finishing off your opponent?" Spike asked. "You most certainly may." Rarity answered. "Good, I'm not afraid to compete against either of you. Name the game!" Johnny stated.

"We'll battle in a game of Duel Monsters, and if you lose, you leave Rarity alone." Spike responded. "Fine. But if I win, she'll have to go out on a date with Johnny Steps." Johnny responded, laying down his terms for the game. "Then let's head to the Kaiba Land arena, and let's dance." Spike said, confident that he'd win. Later, both players are set and ready to begin. "Kid, challenging Johnny Steps to a duel was a huge mistake! You five losers have no idea who your dealing with!" Johnny declared. "You're the one who's going to lose." Spike responded, calmly. "Listen, kid. Johnny doesn't lose. And as for you, Rarity, you may think you beat me today, but that was only because you distracted me." Johnny retorted.

"Rarity defeated you fair and square." Spike stated. "Believe what you want." Johnny retorted. "Alright, it's time for you to learn your lesson, Steps." Spike said calmly before both players gave a hardy 'Let's duel!' as both their life points set to 2000. "Allow me to start the show. I summon the Sonic Maid in attack mode!" Johnny said as his first monster, a level three, Earth attribute warrior with 1200 attack points and 900 defense points, appeared. "This maiden of music is gonna clean your clock!" he added. "Or so you say." Spike responded as he drew. 'Not bad.' he thought to himself as he saw the card he drew. "I summoned Winged Dragon, Guardian of the Fortress!" he declared as his dragon appeared. "Destroy Sonic Maid with your Fireball attack!" he commanded before his dragon annihilated the Sonic Maid, dropping Johnny's life points down to 1800.

"Looks like you made a lucky first move, kid. But I wouldn't let it go to your head. This duel just started!" Johnny said before drawing his next card. "I think it's time for me to make an even bigger splash by playing Water Omotics in attack mode!" he added before his monster, a level four, water attribute Aqua monster with 1400 attack points and 1200 defense points, appeared on the field. "Water Omotics? I have that card, along with Sonic Maid. Just what is Johnny up to?" Rarity pondered. "You think something's wrong?" Tea asked. "It's strange. Every Duelist knows that a strong deck needs cards that support each other, but Johnny's monsters seem to be all over the place." Yami pointed out. "If you think you can win by throwing random monsters against me, you're sadly mistaken." Spike said.

"You got me quaking in my boots already! Maybe your kiddie brain can't figure out my plan, if its even in the game, that is." Johnny responded. "Talk all you want, we'll see who wins in the end." Spike retorted before drawing. "I choose to pass my turn." he added before Johnny took his draw. "I play Spirit of the Harp in defense mode." Johnny said before his creature, a level four, Light attribute fairy with 800 attack points and 2000 defense points, appeared. "I'll also play a field spell known as Chorus of Sanctuary. My little cherub friend will use his song to increase my Spirit of the Harp's defense points by 500!" he added before playing said card and increasing his Spirit of the Harp's defense power to 2500. "That's my turn, and it was music to my ears." he concluded.

'Maybe Johnny is a far better duelist than I gave him credit for. With Spirit of the Harp in defense mode and its defense points boosted to 2500, it's gonna be harder to get at his life points. But he still made one fatal mistake, and it's gonna cost him.' Spike thought. "You ready, Johnny? It's time to face the music! I summon the Curse of Dragon in attack moe!" he said aloud as his next dragon appeared. "Incinerate Water Omotics with Dragon Flame!" he commanded before one breath of fire destroyed Water Omotics, dropping Johnny's life points to 1200. "Oh, dang! I messed up big time! I forgot to switch her into defense mode!" Johnny said in shock, realizing what he did wrong. "I'm not sure if Johnny even knows how to keep his head in a game that isn't Dance Dance Revolution." Tea said. "Well, Johnny, looks like you've been hitting all the wrong notes." Spike said.

"Don't worry. I'm just tuning up and getting ready for the grand finale." Johnny responded before drawing. "But first, a surprise guest! Witch of the Black Forest in defense mode!" he added before his witch appeared. 'What's Johnny planning on doing now?' Spike pondered. 'Wait, I think I know what he's about to do. He has both of the right monsters, now he just needs the right spell card to do it.' Rarity thought, knowing exactly what was about to happen. "There's more to come, duel fans, because I activate my Polymerization card, to fuse the Witch of the Black Forest with my Lady of Faith right here in my hand to create a rock and roll entity known as the Musician King!" Johnny continued before his creature, a level five, Light attribute spellcaster/fusion monster with 1750 attack points and 1500 defense points, appeared. "Time for my king to play a lullaby for your Winged Dragon!" he added before the Winged Dragon was destroyed by the soundwaves from the Musician King's guitar, dropping Spike's life points to 1650. "No, my Winged Dragon!" the boy said in distress.

"I guess your dragon wasn't a big fan of my Musician King. I promise the music will be much more romantic on our date, Rarity." Johnny said, but Rarity just sneered. "I'll just set this card on the field and end my turn. Now make your move." he concluded as he set his card. "Curse of Dragon, use your Dragon Flame to silence the Musician King!" Spike commanded after drawing. "You fell for my trap! I totally played you like a fiddle!" Johnny declared. "What trap?" Spike asked. "Time to crank up the volume with Metalmorph! By equipping my Musician King with this card and tributing it, I can bring to the field its most powerful form! Time to say hello to the punk-rocking Heavy Metal King!" Johnny responded as his new monster, a level six, Light attribute spellcaster/effect monster with 2050 attack points and 1700 defense points, appeared. "As you can see, his attack and defense points climbed up to the top of the charts! Time to play that dragon a couple of rifts!" he continued before the Curse of Dragon's attack was rendered null and void while the dragon itself was destroyed, dropping Spike's life points to 1600.

"Well, kid, looks like you're nothing but a one-hit wonder!" he concluded. 'Oh, my. Could Johnny actually win this?' Fluttershy thought while Spike drew his next card. "I play The Dragon Dwelling in the Cave in defense mode!" Spike said before his next dragon, a level four, Wind attribute dragon with 1300 attack points and 2000 defense points, appeared. "You can't expect that lazy lizard to stop my Heavy Metal King, especially since he has the power of Metalmorph infused in him. You see, because I tributed my Musician King with Metalmorph, my Heavy Metal King's power increases by half of the opposing monster's attack points with every attack I throw! I have a feeling this next song, is gonna be a smash hit! Kick it!" Johnny responded as Heavy Metal King's attack power jumps to 2650, destroying The Dragon Dwelling in the Cave instantly. "Spike's in major trouble!" Tea said in shock.

"Why don't you just give up already, kid? None of your monsters can jam with my Heavy Metal King!" Johnny declared. 'He asked for it this time.' Spike thought before drawing. "I summon Luster Dragon #2!" he shouted before his best dragon appeared. "Attack the Heavy Metal King!" he commanded. "Looks like the fun won't be ending, thanks to Metalmorph's power being inside him, my Heavy Metal King will easily withstand your dragon's attack!" Johnny stated. "Johnny, you've made a big miscalculation!" Spike responded. "Say what?" Johnny asked, confused as to what he meant. "Your overconfidence has made you blind to what's really going on! Now, my dragon, attack!" Spike explained before his dragon blasted the Heavy Metal King away, dropping Johnny's life points to 850.

"The curtain's fallen on your Heavy Metal King." he concluded. "That's impossible! Metalmorph should've raised my Heavy Metal King's attack power!" Johnny declared. "You're almost right, Johnny, but you left out something very important. It's true that Metalmorph increases a monster's attack power, but only when your own monster attacks. And since my monster attacked, Heavy Metal King's special ability didn't kick in, leaving his attack power at 2050, far less than my dragon's. Metalmorph is a powerful card to have, if you know how to use it correctly. I guess you didn't bother to read the description on the bottom of the card first. That means you musical mayhem is almost at its end." Spike explained.

"That can't be right! Are you sure you're not cheating?!" Johnny said in disbelief. "I never cheat, after all, my friend's grandpa taught me how to play this game." Spike responded, turning towards Yami. "His grandpa taught you how to play?! Then, tell me, what's your friend's name?" Johnny asked. "Him? His name, Johnny Steps, is Yugi Muto. The King of Games!" Spike answered proudly. "Wait a second. That name rings a bell." Johnny said before realizing just who Yugi was. "There's no way! That's the same Yugi who defeated Pegasus at Duelist Kingdom?! It can't be him!" he added, completely in disbelief that his opponent was coached by the grandfather of the world champion and King of Games himself.

"It seems that Yugi's name struck a chord with you, Johnny. Now let's finish this duel, and it's your move, bud!" Spike said before Johnny's player box retracted, indicating he was retreating. "Forget about it! I can't hang with a guy who was trained by someone related to Yugi Muto! I'm out, man! I'm a dancer, not a top ranking Duelist!" he said as he tried to escape, only for the others to bar his way, including Yugi. "My Spikey take the lead in a the game and you're just giving up? That's just like when you tried to cheat and trip me up back at the Black Web during our battle in Dance Dance Revolution. Have you no pride or sense of honor?" Rarity asked. "I don't know what you're talking about." Johnny responded. "It seems to me that when things turn a little bit hairy for you, you get scared and start running away." Tea pointed out. "So what if I do? Forfeiting is much better than facing defeat. Everybody loves a winner, so I can't let people see me as the opposite." Johnny explained.

"Tell me, Johnny, how many friends do you have? Were they at the Black Web watching you dance?" Fluttershy asked. "I have some friends." Johnny responded. "None, huh?" Tea asked. "Actually, just one." Johnny admitted. "One friend is a lot better than no friends." Rarity pointed out. "Hey, watch it! I don't have to stand here and take this!" Johnny responded. "If there's one thing I can't stand, it's people who don't face their own problems." Tea scolded. "What do you mean?" Johnny asked. "Everyone fails at something sometimes, but the important thing is to have the courage to look at troubles straight in the eye. If you really want to be a winner, try being someone who never gives up." Fluttershy answered.

"You've got a point. Guess I was wrong this whole time." Johnny said before starting to walk away, only to stop. "Hey, guys, thanks for being honest with me. And Rarity, if that kid's your boyfriend, sorry for trying to make a move on you." he added before continuing to walk out. "Apology accepted." Rarity said with a smile. "And you're very welcome." Fluttershy added as Spike joined the group. "Maybe now he'll face his problems instead of running away from them." Tea pondered. "You're right. And that's exactly what I have to do." Yami concurred. The others agreed and, later that evening, headed to the Domino Museum. "This is it. The Domino Museum." Fluttershy said with a smile.

"I think you were all right about this Egyptian exhibit. I feel it may hold clues to the mysteries of my ancient past. Answers to some of my questions. Thank you all for bringing me here, and for helping me today." Yami said, grateful for all they had done. "That's what friends do." Spike said with a smile. "And that's what I'd do any day for you." Fluttershy said softly before taking Yami's hand. "No matter what's beyond those doors, I'm ready to face it." Yami bravely said. "We're ready to face it." Fluttershy added. "Then let's go." Yami stated. "We're all right with you." put in Tea before they started to climb the stairs to the entrance of the museum.