Yu-Gi-Oh! Fan Fiction ❯ It is Forbidden ❯ Chapter 1: Angels ( Chapter 1 )

Hey everyone! It's DragonsDesire! Happy to see me again?!?! Probably not… but you never know! Well guys, I got another story ready for you!

"It is Forbidden"

Summary: Guardian angels are meant to only watch over the people of earth, and nothing more. But what happens when the Prince, who is mute, falls in love with his charge? And why is his charge such an important key to the survival of all humanity? Something is hidden from the Prince, and it will lead him into danger, and maybe into the hands of the Deceivers; those who are out to destroy humanity and create complete hell on earth and heaven.

So… sound interesting? I hope so. Anyway… some important notes. This story is going to be a Yaoi fic, meaning MalexMale love. If you are feeling uncomfortable with this then exit now. You have been warned in advance. Please be responsible.

The pairing: Seto/Yami - or in this story Seto/Atemu

Also… I'll be using the Japanese names than American… they bug me. Here they are in case you didn't know.

Yugi Motou = Yugi

Yami = Atemu (Atemu is actually Yami's Egyptian name and I thought it would be better to use that instead… just so you aren't confused.)

Seto Kaiba = Seto Kaiba

Joey Wheeler = Jounouchi Katsuyu

Tristan = Honda

Tea Garner = Anzu Mazaki (is that her last name?)

Duke Devlin = Otogi

Marik = Malik

Yami Marik = Marik

Bakura = Ryou

Yami Bakura = Bakura

Mai Valentine = Mai

Noah Kaiba = Noah (I don't know if he has a Japanese name… if anyone can help it's much appreciated.)

Hopefully I got everyone… if I missed someone tell me… thanks!

(Disclaimer: Simple… don't own Yugioh so NO SUEING! This is just for fun)

Well I can't think of anything else I need to put up here besides… ENJOY THE STORY! HOPE YA LIKE!!!!

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"It is Forbidden"

By: DragonsDesire

{Chapter 1: Angel}

High above the world of mortals, deep in the clouds, lives a kingdom of unimaginable beauty. Where the complications of the world no longer exist, and only harmony and peacefulness can be seen. Where buildings of gold tower up high into the skies and flags adorn the highest of towers. The kingdom where you feel you could only imagine in your dreams.

This kingdom belongs to the Guardians; angels that watch over the world and all those who inhabit it. The Guardians were made to protect the people, and decide when it was time for that person to leave the world. For thousands of years the Guardians had protected the earth, and earned the name Guardian Angels.

Mortals weren't far from the truth either. They are a group of angels recruited by God for the sole purpose of protection. The angels are given a specific person to watch over until that person's time was up. The system was quite clear; watch over your charge and nothing else.

However, after a few millennia, the rules were about to be flipped upside down, and the Guardians will have to work harder now to protect the world… from the REAL enemy that lurks beneath the earth.

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On the tallest building, on top of the tallest tower stands the eldest prince of the Guardians. With black hair tipped with red, it flowed through the air as if defying gravity itself. Golden bangs framed his face and shot throughout his hair. With tan skin covering over lean muscles, and crimson eyes he was a beauty to behold. At merely twenty years old, he was next in line to become King of the Guardians.

However, there were some strange things about this Prince. He was a mute. In the last twenty years of his life he had never uttered one word to anyone. Something even more peculiar about this angel was his wings. Instead of the normal white wings, this angel was born with wings as black as the darkest night conceivable. Because of this, the prince was rarely seen in public, knowing the other Guardians whispered things about him.

The prince sighed, the winds tousling his clothes. Even his clothes were black. Loose black pants were pulled around his hips being held by gold rope. His shirt was sleeveless and loose, the front dipping low to stop above his belly button. For the reason of his weird looks and clothes, the prince got the nickname Yami: The Quiet One.

The prince closed his eyes.

//Brother is coming// he thought to himself.

The sound of wings fluttering filled his ears as he felt his brother land next to him. Turning his head, he opened his eyes and observed his brother's profile. His hair was the same style as his, except he was missing the yellow highlights. Also, his brother's eyes were a soft violet, the big orbs showing happiness and content in their depths. He wore the same style of pants and shirt, yet they were white as were his wings. Around his neck was something called a millennium puzzle; a present the older brother had given to him when he was young. He was the younger brother Yugi.

Yugi looked up at his brother, being he was still shorter, "Brother Atemu, why do you stand up here? Do you not like the festival happening in the square?"

Atemu heaved a sigh. The festival was thrown in his honor for today was his birthday. Yet even with all the festivities and happy faces, Atemu still felt out of place. There was something inside telling him he didn't belong here. He never liked being the center of attention anyway.

Atemu shook his head. //No, my brother, these sort of festivities make me feel uncomfortable, and you know that//

Yugi sighed. He was the only one that ever got to hear his brother's voice. He may not speak from the mouth, but he does speak with his mind and Yugi is the only one he does this with… not even with their father or mother.

Yugi stared out at the kingdom, "Brother, I hate to say this, but one day you are going to have to get used to these sort of things," he looked over at Atemu, "for one day you will rule this kingdom."

//Yugi…// Atemu paused then shrugged his shoulders, //I don't think I could rule this country. I don't want to//

"And why not?" replied Yugi.

//… Because I am so different, I don't think I could get the people to trust me. Even now people either fear me, or hate me. How do you expect me to rule over a kingdom if no one will accept me?//

Again Yugi sighed, knowing his brother was right. The Guardians may not say it out loud, but many resented his brother because of his appearance, calling him a curse. Atemu may not show it, but him not being accepted was hurting him. On occasion Yugi would sometimes see his brother up here on the verge of tears. Yugi never said anything, letting his brother keep the only pride he had left.

He looked over at Atemu, a distant look on his face. He placed a hand on his arm, "Come. Father wants to speak with you." Atemu nodded and watched Yugi fly off.

Atemu stared at the city for a few minutes, trying to figure out what his father wanted. Giving a huff, he extended his black wings and jumped, the wind picking him up as he soared through the air. Looking down at the city square he noticed everyone was crowded in the streets watching a parade go by. Children were laughing, adults smiling and having a good time. The parade marched on, dancers with streamers and musical instruments dancing around the crowd. Pegasus' marched proudly and their manes blew in the wind. Atemu gave a weak smile and continued on to the castle.

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Atemu strutted quickly down the hall, his sandals clipping against the stone. Giant stained glass windows lined the walls and ceiling, illuminating the hall with extravagant colors and patterns. Pictures of famous angels like the Arch Angel Michael adorned the walls, and torches that had yet to be lit were held in golden holders along the walls as well.

At the end of the hall stood two giant doors made of sturdy oak that was engraved with gems that formed the image of a Pegasus. Giving a deep breath, Atemu raised his fist and gave a few brisk knocks. Five seconds passed until he could hear the bolts being unlocked and the doors opened seconds later.

Inside was a grand ballroom, pillars made out of limestone and marble held up a ceiling made of glass, giving you a perfect view of the heavens. Walls were laced with tapestries and candles. At the moment tables filled with luscious fruits and assorted meats lined both sides of the room, candleholders in the center. Music played soft melodies that the people danced to. People of all ages were inside the room, many helping themselves to food or conversation. At the very back stood a divan rising up two golden thrones occupied by the King and Queen.

When Atemu entered the room the music faded as the group stared. With his head held high he walked proudly towards the divan, many murmurs and whispers following him as he passed. Ignoring the comments, Atemu came to a halt at the divan and kneeled before his King, and father.

"My dear son! Please stand for this is your celebration!" replied the king with a warm smile on his face.

Atemu stood up and looked over to his mother who smiled. He smiled back. She was really the only person that understood him… must be a mother thing. With her golden hair and blue eyes, she was his shoulder to cry on and his guide. He didn't know what he would do without her.

His father spoke again, "Now where have you been my boy?"

"Now now Yamari, can't the boy get away from all the commotion of the day?" said Atemu's mother, who gave a small wink only her son could see.

Yamari sighed, "I guess your right Shinkou. However, I would like to discuss something with you Atemu." He looked around, "Where is Yugi?"

Atemu shrugged his shoulders.

"Awe well. This is urgent so we'll just have to do this without him." Yamari stood up and took his wife's hand. Turning to the group in the ballroom he said, "Please, continue the feast! Dance and be merry!"

The trio walked behind the divan to a hidden door that served as a meeting chamber for the royal family. After everyone was in the room, King Yamari closed the door, the music being blocked out.

Atemu sat down fluttering his wings, a habit he did when he felt uncomfortable. From the look on his father's face, Atemu knew he was up to something. Yamari's face was a blank plate, his mouth slack and eyes half closed; a look that meant he had a secret to tell his family.

Atemu looked over at his mother and gave her a questioning look. She only smiled and patted his hand that was on the table.

Yamari sat down and folded his hands. "Atemu… as you know you shall someday become king of the Guardians," Atemu's wings fluttered again. Yamari continued, "and at your age it's time for you to be married."

Atemu's eyes widened. Married? Why must he get married at such a young age? Why couldn't he just wait? He looked over at his mother again, begging for an explanation. Apparently she was shocked about the news too and said, "Husband, why must he be married now? I do not see any reason to rush this kind of thing."

"Shinkou, Atemu is a man now and it's about time he got himself a woman." Replied Yamari. Out of the corner of his eye he could see Atemu shaking his head in protest. He turned hard eyes on him, not liking it when his son's disobeyed him. "And why not Atemu?"

Atemu looked around the room, trying to find a piece of parchment and quill. Spotting them on a table in the corner of the room, he raced over and quickly wrote something down. Coming back he slammed it down on the table for his father to read.

King Yamari read the parchment and his face turned red, "What do you mean you don't want to be king so there's no reason for you to find a wife?!" he bellowed and slammed his fists on the table.

Shinkou stood up quickly, shielding her son, "Calm yourself, Yamari! If Atemu has a reason he doesn't want to be king it must be a good one!"

"Quiet woman! Atemu is going to be king, AND he is going to be married because I have arranged it myself!"

Shinkou's face looked shocked. "What?! You just can't arrange a marriage like this, especially without Atemu's consent!"

"I can do whatever I want! If Atemu won't pick a bride for himself then I'll do it for him!"

Atemu stared in disbelief. He was being married to a total stranger against his own free will? What if he didn't like her… or love her? Atemu looked desperately at his mother, beseeching her to do something. She looked back with sad eyes. This was the one time Atemu wished he could speak with his mother.

Holding back tears, Atemu raced towards the door, yanked it open and ran into the crowd.

"Atemu wait!" shouted the queen. Her call went unnoticed. Turning back to her husband she sneered, "I will not see my son suffer like this because of your selfishness! What right do you have to do this to your own son?!"

The king straightened his shoulders; "I have the right of a king to do this."

Shinkou clenched her fists. "You are his father! Forget the king and help your son!"

Yamari only looked away. Shinkou hung her head. What was she supposed to do now?

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Yugi raced down the halls trying to get to the ballroom as quick as possible. He was supposed to be at the meeting with the family, but something was keeping him. Yugi cursed under his breath. Bakura, who was his cousin, decided to pick on Yugi by stealing his millennium puzzle and run off with it. Yugi only caught him because Bakura's koi Ryou, who actually looks a lot like Bakura, stopped him. After thanking Ryou, Yugi took off hoping he wouldn't be in trouble.

As he reached the double doors that led to the ballroom, Yugi saw them swing open and his brother come running out, tears threatening to fall down his face. "Atemu!" Atemu just kept running.

Completely forgetting about the ballroom, Yugi went after his brother. Noticing he was loosing him, he gave up on foot and used his wings instead. "Atemu wait!"

Atemu kept running, his mind fogging over. His life had just taken a drastic turn and he didn't like it one bit. First his father telling him he was now engaged to a total stranger, and that he couldn't even get out of being king. He just couldn't take it anymore. Reaching the castles entrance, Atemu jumped into the air and out of the open door, the setting sun hitting his black feathers.

Villagers coming into the castle gave a shriek as Atemu shot through, many dodging to get out of the way. With a sympathetic look Yugi maneuvered around the group and took flight after his brother.

Yugi followed his brother over the city, the light giving away to the darkness as he flew. He cursed again. If he didn't catch his brother soon he could lose him in the darkness. Suddenly Atemu banked a left and Yugi followed, just now figuring out where he was going.

Atemu was going to the city's gates.

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Atemu landed roughly down near the gates of the city, tears falling down his face. Ironbound gates rose into the air, the walls about twenty feet high and three feet thick. To his left was the city, the lights making it glow. To his right was a small pond area, the water looking like smooth obsidian in the night. The pond wasn't big, only about six feet in diameter, and no fish swam in its depths.

Crawling over he placed his hand in the water and made a circular motion. As the ripples grew bigger a white glow emanated from the center. After a few seconds the water seemed to harden and the image of a person now resided in the center of the pond.

Atemu smiled at the reflection. Deep asleep in a large canopy bed lays a beautiful creature with dark brown hair and deep blue eyes, which were closed in sleep. His name is Seto Kaiba, CEO of Kaiba Corp, and Atemu's to guard. Atemu ran a gentle hand across the surface of the water, his tears ceasing and a sad smile coming to his face.

"… Why don't you do see him."

Atemu quickly turned his head to see Yugi standing only a few feet away. Yugi took a step closer. "Atemu, just go visit him. It'll make you feel better."

Atemu sighed and looked back at the sleeping form. //Yugi… Guardians aren't allowed to show ourselves to our charges//

"And we aren't allowed to fall in love with them, but you did nonetheless." Replied Yugi in a quiet voice.

Atemu winced. He wasn't sure when it happened, but after a while Atemu began to feel a strong connection with Seto. Seto was strong willed and grew up to be a top businessman and loving brother. However, Atemu noticed Seto seemed alone, set off from the world with no one to talk to besides his brother, just like Atemu.

Yugi came to sit next to him on the ground. "What happened with father Atemu? You don't normally come here unless you are deeply troubled."

Atemu bowed his head. //I told Father I didn't want to become king//

"But that's not the reason you ran out of there looking so distraught, was it?"

Atemu shook his head. //No… it seems that Father also wants me to be married right now. He has arranged a marriage behind my back!//

Yugi's big eyes got bigger. "But that's against our codes! A Guardian is supposed to marry the one they love!"

//it appears that the "King" can do whatever he wants//

Yugi could hear the bitterness in his brother's voice and he winced. He hated to see his brother angry. He hated to see his friends angry. It just made his heart ache. Yugi looked over at the pond, "Go to him Atemu. You don't have to show yourself to him. Just watch him, he always seems to make you feel better."

Atemu shook his head no, his body shaking in the cool breeze. The sounds of wings alerted them of another presence and both jumped to their feet only to be met with their mother.

"Atemu… what Yugi says is right." Atemu looked back at the pond then back at his mother. His eyes showed confusion, sadness… a certain need.

He looked over at Yugi. After a while Yugi nodded his head and said, "He says, `but it's against the laws and if Father finds out then…" Yugi trailed off.

Atemu nodded and Shinkou smiled, "My son, your father may be the king but I am the queen and if you don't tell I won't." She put a finger to her lips and gave a shushing sound.

Atemu smiled and gave his mother a hug. He knew he could count on her. Giving Yugi's shoulder a squeeze, Atemu opened his wings and flew over the gate, descending slowly to earth and to his love.

Yugi looked over at his mother, "You don't think anything bad will happen to him do you, Mother?"

"I hope not, Yugi. Atemu needs to get away from this place. Hopefully everything goes satisfactory." With that both flew back to the castle, trying to come up with a plausible lie to tell the King.

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The city of Domino was quiet as the street lamps flickered in the night. House lights were off as families slept peacefully in their beds forgetting about the harsh outer world. In a secluded area of Domino stood a mansion surrounded by lush trees and green grass. All the lights were off as the only two people living in there were sleeping soundly.

Atemu glided towards a window on the second floor of the mansion. To his surprise it was wide open, the full moon illuminating the figure on a giant bed. Landing gracefully on the ledge of the window, Atemu stared at Seto Kaiba's sleeping form and smiled.

His mother and brother were right; he did feel a lot better coming down here to see him. It's as if all of his troubles and fears have evaporated and the only thing in his world was Seto Kaiba. He watched him sleep, the covers pulled around his shoulders. His hair fell into his face, and Atemu had an urge to run his hands through it.

Atemu stepped cautiously into the room, desperate to get a better look at his face..

Just one look wouldn't hurt right?

A noise outside caught Atemu's attention. Swerving around his eyes widened as a giant wolf like creature pummeled into him, it's giant maw biting deep into his shoulder. Surprising even himself, Atemu let out a hurt filled scream and felt himself being hurled into the room, his back coming in contact with the bedroom wall.

Atemu looked down at the creature with its teeth still sunk deep in his shoulder. Its body was long and hairless, gray skin molded over ribs and shoulder blades. Three yellow eyes stared back at him and powerful front legs pinned him against the wall. Atemu gasped as he felt one of his wings snap against the force.

Giant claws clawed at his arms and chest, his shirt being ripped off, the blood pooling down his sides. The pain was excruciating… as if someone was running a hot metal rod down his stomach and chest. He closed his eyes and waited for the end.

The sound of a gunshot reached Atemu's ears. The pressure on his shoulder ceased as the ugly creature let go with a yelp and jumped out the window. Falling to his knees, Atemu looked over to see Seto standing tall, pistol in hand.

Atemu stared a little longer, thinking the end came. His eyes closed and he fell, the last image he saw was Seto putting the gun on the table and running over.

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A gut-wrenching scream had awoken Seto Kaiba from his peaceful slumber. When he opened his eyes he saw the winged creature crash into his wall, a giant animal pinning him there.

Without hesitation, Seto leaped out of bed and opened his desk drawer, pulling out a .44 magnum. Seto heard something crack behind him and he cringed. Turning around he raised the pistol and shot, hitting the ugly animal in the side. It let go and jumped out the window.

Now Seto stared at the winged creature on the floor.

Seto's first thoughts… beautiful. The creature had bronzed skin, which was now stained red from the ugly gash in his right shoulder. When the creature attacked, it ripped off his shirt and gave Seto a clear view of his well-toned chest and petite waist. His golden bangs were plastered to his face and his hair falling about his shoulders.

Seto saw him sway slightly then collapse, his wings flattening out to take up a great portion of the floor. He put down the pistol and raced over, noticing one of the wings were in a weird angle.

When he was about to touch the unbroken wing his door flew open and Seto's little brother stood in the doorway, a scared look in his face.

"Seto? What is that?!"

Seto looked back down and touched the wings, "Mokuba, I believe there is an angel lying on my bedroom floor."

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So… Likable, loveable… stop right now? Tell me what you think and maybe I'll keep writing it!

Anyway… chapter one done, R&R please and thank you, and stay tuned for another chapter to It is Forbidden!

Don't forget to check out my other Yugioh Stories as well! ^_~

Ja ne!