Yu-Gi-Oh! Fan Fiction ❯ Fallen Angel ❯ You Cared ( Chapter 6 )

Rain:WOW!! I'm on a roll!!!

Kaiba:Yeah she really is, surprisingly.

Rain:Shut up or you can be dead.

Kaiba:*zippers mouth shut*

Tea:Rain doesn't own Yugioh. trust me. We'd all be dead if that were the case.

Chapter 6

You Cared

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"Here's your room." Rose said, escorting her to a suite on the seventh floor. "I hope you like it sweetie."

"Like it, I've never seen a room as huge as this, well except the mansion. This is the best!" Tea said, smiling. She jumped on the king size bed, laughing.

"Leroy and I are going to dinner. Would you like to join us?" Rose asked. Tea shook her head.

"No thanks, I think I'll get room service, curtesy of the CIA." Tea smilied and let Rose close the door. Why the hell do I feel so bad? I didn't say anything to him. I might as well go have some fun. I'll call Kaiba corp in a few days and fid out how everything is holding up. Tea grabbed her bag and pulled out some clothes, and ran into the bathroom. She showered and threw on a white tank top and a black skirt."Time to have some fun!" Tea yelled, running out the door. "I'll get room service later."

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A few days had passed, leaving a completely different Kaiba. She'd been gone since Saturday, and already, it was Wednesday night. He hadn't slept that much since she left, and there were dark circles under his eyes. His appetite was gone as well, so he was like a zombie. His work was so far behind because he couldn't concentrate. If Mokuba was upset, no one knew it. He hid it well, or he went to his friends. Apparently no one had any idea where Tea went. When their homeroom teacher asked where she had gone, Seto had said that she was sick and wasn't allowed out of bed for a week. Where the hell is she? And why do I care so much? I just want her to come, well, home. I hope she's safe. 'Admit it.' Admit what? 'You like her, Seto. You're worried about her.' I am not. 'You are too.' No I am not. 'Just keep telling yourself that.'

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"Tea, what's up?" Leroy asked the girl. "I hope this wasn't a mistake."I think that it would've been better had she stayed. But what's done is done.

"No it's fine. But I think it's about time that I call the company. You know, Kaibacorp. Just to see how things are going."

"I know I'm a guy and all, but I think you care about Seto Kaiba. Don't you?"

"You're like my dad. You know that? I think that's what he'd be saying right now." Tea smilied.

"You are aware that you called him Seto almost everytime you call me. Anyway, you should give him a call after breakfast."

"I didn't even tell him where I was going, Leroy. He's probably so pissed at me that it isn't even funny."Tea thought of the reaction that the boy would give when she returned. She cringed inwardly, then focused on the man facing her.

"Tea, I think that if he cares that much about you I think he'll be worried."

"He's probably happy that I'm gone." Tea paused. "But I will call just to see how their holding up. But first, breakfast!" Both began to dig into the buffet. "So how's the investigation going?" Tea asked, inbetween bites.

"Great. I almost forgot. We'll be leaving for NYC this afternoon."

"You mean that we'll be home by tonight?" Tea nearly jumped for joy, inside her mind."I guess you really get to the point as far as investigations go."

"Yes. I hope that isn't a problem."

"No."Tea said, almost too happily. Leroy smirked.I think she cares more than she thinks. "Don't you smirk at me. I'll call Kaibacorp this afternoon."

"Hey, I know you a little better than you think, Tea. You do care about Seto, and even though you ignored me before, I know you care about him, whether you want to admit it to me is your choice, but I know you should be able to admit it to yourself." Leroy gave her that knowing look.

"You are really like my dad. Now I know why you were best friends." Tea smilied. "You know what Leroy, while you're being so inspirational, I think I'll call Kaibacorp."

"Before that, can I ask why you wouldn't call him personally?"

"Because, it's Thursday, and he's at school. It's illegal to have electronic devices at school, so I'll spare him detention." Tea smirked. "His company will be able to tell me enough information about his life, besides, I think that it'll be easier that way."

"Alright." Leroy said. "I have to go anyway, to take care of some of the closing matters. Just make sure you're out of the room at noon. Ok?"

"Yeah. What time do we have to be at the station?" Tea asked, hoping it wouldn't be too late, seeing how she would want to see Mokuba before he had to go to bed.

"Meet there at one thirty. The train leaves at two."

"Great. We'll be in NYC and home by six."

"I'm leaving Tea, I'll see you this afternoon." Both waved, and went their separate ways."Well Rich," Leroy said to himself, "It seems your daughter had to choose the most unlikely person in the world to have a crush on. Guess that's why she's so determined. Just like you. You always wanted something out of reach."

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"Kaibacorp, this is Jeana, personal secretary of Mr. Kaiba. How may I help you?" A very professional woman, who Tea guessed was about twenty five answered the phone.

"This is Tea Gardner. I wanted-"

"You're the girl Mr. Kaiba's been looking for?" The woman said incredulously."Mr. Kaiba has asked that you call his cell phone."

"You mean he's been looking for me?" Tea said. "Are you sure we're talking about the same arrogant ceo?" Tea never would've guessed.

"Kaiba hasn't slept in days Miss Gardner. If you don't show up by tomarrow, I think he'll call the national guard." Jeana paused. "I think this isn't very professional of me, but I think he's worried about you. His work is behind, and he practically drags himself along. Are you coming back anytime soon?"

Tea couldn't speak. Tears pooled in her cerulean eyes, threatening to spill down her face. "He's at his limit's isn't he?" Tea choked.

"Yes my dear he is. I think all of Kaibacorp would appreciate your return. There are few who know the scenario, me being probably one of three who know. Everyone else has no Idea, or even what is going on with him, but it is really bringing the company and him down."

"That's all I need to know."

"Are you coming back?" The secretary asked. By then though, Tea had hung up and thrown herself at her bed.

"What have I done?" She cried to no one in particular. "What the hell have I done?"

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Tea had everything she'd brought packed and had left the hotel at eleven. Then she decided to go shopping and buy herself an outfit to wear home. Nothing fancy, fust something new. She decided to get a pair of dark lei's low rise flare jeans and a black spagetti strap tank top with the red glitter superman logo on it. She walked out of the Sears department store wearing this as well as a pair of red and gray nike's. Lucky for her all three items were on sale. By that time, she rushed to the train station, stopping only once to grab a moolatee. Thoughts of Seto Kaiba once again entered her mind, but she tried to focus on the city around her.

"Ready to go home hunny?" Rose asked sweetly.

"Yeah." Tea said. I have to fix this. I just have to. I never thought things would get so out of hand.

"Did you call?" Leroy asked. Tea nodded, pain and fear flickering in her eyes.

"Yes," Tea said, breathing deeply, "I did. And I have to go and make things right. I shouldn't have run away."

"Sometimes, Tea, we all need to get away," Rose said. "I suppose he's worried about you?" She inquired.

"Uh huh," Tea said. "He's about ready to call the military."

"You're lucky. He really must care about you." Some lady said from next to her. "If your boyfriend got so upset that he's that close to getting help, you really are lucky."

"Oh, he's not my-you're right," She said coming to a realization,"I am lucky." Tea nearly burst out in tears. I'm lucky to have someone who cares about me. Someone who isn't my parent's age. I can't believe I was so stupid. But I get it now. And I won't make the same mistake again. Never.

"Train seven, leaving for New York City, now boarding." Tea, Leroy, and Rose all grabbed their bags, and got ready to board. Tea turned to face the woman who just talked to her.

"Thank you Ms." Tea said. "I think I get it now." Both exchanged smiles and went their own ways.

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"Seto, come on!" Mokuba said, pulling at his brother's arm. "You have to get some sleep. You've slept about three hours in the past week. Go take a nap. I'll let you know if I hear anything." Seto sat at his laptop in his office. He wasn't getting too much done, but he was so behind, anything he could do would help.

"Kid, I'm so behind. I have to keep working." He looked down at his brother. "I promise I'll sleep tonight. Let me just finish this programs."

"Fine. But you better keep your promise." The little boy left the room doubtful. Kid, I'd sleep if I could, but I can't. Something in me says that I can't sleep til I find out if she's ok. 'now if this isn't proof that you like her what is?' Seto couldn't argue, which surprised even himself. He couldn't believe how he never really cared about something until it was gone. That's always how it is. Always.

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She walked down the street as fast as her feet would take her. She wanted to get to that mansion. Something told her any anger that either of them felt would be extremely overcome with relief. Now she knew she couldn't deny how she felt. Seto was her friend, anything that happened before with Yugi and the others, it didn't matter. Whether they approved or not, that wasn't their place to talk. Besides, if they ever talked to her again, she'd be lucky. Rounding the corner, the Mansion came into view. Only one more block. It seemed like forever. Tea quickly flew up the flight of stairs that led to the front door. She wouldn't knock, she'djust go right in. Her heavy breathing told her that she was nervous.You can do it Tea, just open that door. Just do it. Don't even think about it. With one final, deep breath, Tea turned the silver doorknob. It was locked. Thank God, I have keys. She inserted the key and turned the doorknob once again. This time it opened.

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He could've sworn he heard the door open. Great,just great. I'm losing it. But the door was locked, so no one could've gotten in. Still, it wouldn't hurt to check. Maybe-no. That's crazy. I doubt it. I might as well go get some coffee. Although it seemed so unlikely to be true, the feeling of hope Kaiba hadn't felt in years had seemed to make him fly. Still, part of him knew he's walk down the stairs and have his hope shattered. That's why he had banished that feeling along with many others away. So he wouldn't be betrayed and hurt by them.

Something told her that someone was coming down the stairs. She could tell by the way that he walked, it was Kaiba. He looked at the ground, which surprised her. He usually held his head so high and carried himself with pride. Now he seemed like he'd been a little boy who'd been made fun of, and was afraid to confront his enemies. Looking at him, made her want to cry. And she did. It wasn't loud enough to be heard from far away, but it seemed to catch Kaiba's attention. He looked up just as he reached the bottom of the staircase.

"It's you." He said, almost like a whisper, to himself. "It's really you." Tea looked at him. There were dark circles under his eyes, which were a dull almost gray color." I don't believe it. I must be seeing things." He continued walking, almost in a trance. Tears were falling down her face.He was swaying, back and forth in the hallway. Tea knew he wasn't going to make it. She rushed to his side, just as he fell, completely unconscious. To him, it felt like a giant vacuum, sucking him up. But it felt so good to close his eyes that he couldn't have cared.

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