Yu-Gi-Oh! Fan Fiction ❯ Seto's Wish Alternate World Conclusion ❯ C52 Agreements ( Chapter 52 )

C52 Agreements

 

“Hahahahahaha!!” Noah laughed, as he shuffled his deck, prepared to duel. “I have to admit, Seto.....you're idea of having the little people battle me first is so much more amusing. This way, I get to see the hateful look on your face after I crush Yugi, just before I get to battle you. And don't think you're coming out of this any better, this time. You only got lucky because I was careless to let my guard down. This time, I'm going to crush you like the worthless insect you are!”

 

Seto gritted his teeth, listening to Noah's boastful ramblings. How many times did he have to listen to the guy sneer and humiliate him? And every time, Noah had successfully bashed him down. He wished just once he would be able to be the one to knock Noah down to size. But he couldn't. He lacked the experience, he lacked the ability, and he lacked the decent cards to do the job. Even his newly claimed 3 Blue Eyes wouldn't be enough without the proper cards to help him protect his dragons. And he just didn't have them long enough to know how to properly use them.

 

“It's not wise to count out your opponent at the starting of a match. It's far too early in the game.” Yami stated as he whipped out a card. “I summon my Obnoxious Celtic Guardian in attack mode, and place two cards face down.”

 

“A Celtic Guardian? I remember that card the last time we fought, which was how long ago? You don't really change you're cards much, do you? What a pathetic card. I'd be doing you a favor to crush it. But, don't worry, it'll be gone soon enough.” Noah smiled, as he began his strategy.

 

Seto also felt it wasn't fair that Yami even had a chance to fight Noah, while he didn't. He couldn't stay here much longer without going crazy, or demanding to duel Noah, himself. He had to get out of here.

 

Seto then glanced around, noticing the guards that were here were standing around bored, or watching Noah. None of which were actually paying attention to them. Obviously, the group wasn't considered to be a threat.

 

So, Seto slipped closer to Joey, and whispered, “Psst! Hey.....ya wanna split?”

 

“What?” Joey whispered back.

 

Seto gave a mischievous smirk, saying, “Let's go check out Mokuba and see how they're doing.”

 

“That aint the plan!” Joey whispered, also now eyeing the guards who were too dumb to notice. “Kaiba will be pissed if we don't listen.”

 

“Since when do we listen to some stupid Kaiba?” Seto added, elbowing him. “No one will notice, Yami will be fine. Let's go check it out. We can always just come back.”

 

“All right, but just to see what's up then we'll come right back, right?” Joey said. Seto nodded enthusiastically, and they quietly slipped away, as the battle continued.

 

x-x-x-x-x-x-x

 

“I hope I'm not disturbing you.”

 

Gozaburo looked up to see some cocky looking teenage punk leaning against his expensive mahogany door frame, after opening the door without knocking. He scowled, saying, “Noah has some nerve letting some punk wander into my office. Get out of here before I call security.”

 

“I don't think you understand, old man. Noah didn't let me in here. I let myself in.” Kaiba calmly replied, not making a move to approach or leave. He made himself known to Gozaburo. He didn't want the guy thinking he was some petty burglar coming in to attack him, nor show himself as a coward and move away. If the man wanted him gone, he'd have to do it through words.

 

It was a good thing Gozaburo was always so over-confident. There were no guards, no security, the door wasn't even locked. And that was so typical of his stepfather. That is....until Kaiba proved to be his enemy, encouraging him to enforce securer measures for himself before his eventual demise.

 

Gozaburo narrowed his eyes at the kid, trying to figure him out. If he was some kind of assassin, he would have moved forward to attack. If he was a thief, he wouldn't let himself be known. The kid obviously wanted something, but what? “You couldn't have made it passed my security. I would have gotten a......”

 

Suddenly his pager beeped, as a security guard stated, “Sir, we found one of the guards unconscious and tied up. Do you want us to reinforce security and search the grounds?” Again Gozaburo looked at Kaiba, who seemed to smirk in amusement. “No.....I don't think that will be necessary. I'll keep you informed.”

 

Gozaburo clicked off, and said, “How many of you are there?”

 

“Just me.” Kaiba calmly answered. “Obviously, you don't seem to know who I am, so I'll introduce myself to you. The name is Seto Yagakamiya.....the one that defeated your son in that public duel.”

 

Gozaburo nodded, stating, “So, you're the punk that beat my kid. You certainly got balls, Seto. So, why are you here, now?”

 

“You may not be aware of this, but your son hasn't been living up to his end of the deal. So, I decided to go over his head and find someone more worthy to make my arrangements with.” Kaiba said.

 

Gozaburo laughed, “And what makes you think I'd waste my time with some common classed nobody, like yourself? I could care less what you and my son do with each other!”

 

“Well, you should care. After all, thanks to Noah.....you're presently harboring someone against his will in the mansion, who just happens to be my new brother. I really don't think you want me to get the media involved to get him back. I assumed you'd want to do it more quietly and peacefully.” Kaiba said, watching Gozaburo's reaction very carefully.

 

Gozaburo hesitated, as he just stared at Kaiba. It was obvious to Kaiba that the old man was stalling for time. It seemed Kaiba was right, and Gozaburo really didn't know that Noah had dragged Mokie back to the mansion. He turned away and puffed on his cigar, saying, “That's quite an accusation, Seto. Are you really sure you could prove that? After all, my son might have simply invited him to play. And if Mokuba decided to tell the media he was only here as a friend, then you'd be the one made a fool of.”

 

“Do you really want to take that chance?” Kaiba asked. “You thought your mansion was pretty invincible as well. Yet, here I am. Besides.....what do you really have to lose? If anything, you probably have more to gain from this.”

 

“Go on.” Gozaburo stated, flicking his ashes into the ash tray.

 

“I'm sure Noah's defeat at a simple game didn't make him look very impressive on the news, some days ago. He can make up for that loss if he can defeat me in a duel.” Kaiba said.

 

“And what will he get from that victory?” Gozaburo asked. “He seems to miss that toy you call a brother.” he grinned. “Let's say he wins.....then he could regain the rights to have him back. Your family can even sign him over.”

 

Gozaburo grinned at Kaiba's frown, feeling he was gaining the upper hand. If there's one thing Gozaburo enjoyed, it's making an arrangement with someone that can really hurt that person in the end. Obviously, Mokie seemed to be the main interest on both sides. So, he would use that against him. Besides......for some reason, his son liked keeping that toy. And if he could prove himself, then there was no reason for Gozaburo to not let his son have his own way.

 

Kaiba snapped, “I all ready made a point to your son that Mokuba would not be made as a bargaining chip.”

 

“Perhaps......but, you're not dealing with Noah, this time. You're dealing with me.” Gozaburo grinned, taking another puff on his cigar. “If you want to play in the big time, kid.....you have to make bigger gambles. Besides, if you don't accept and try to run.....what's to keep me from calling my guards and having you both kidnapped? You should be honored that I am offering you with such charity.”

 

“I don't run from anything!” Kaiba snapped.

 

Gozaburo added, “And I don't make deals for my son that he can't possibly benefit from. Obviously, Noah seems to like Mokuba. And if he doesn't have a chance to get him back, then I don't see a reason to bother with this deal.”

 

“All right.” Kaiba said, accepting what is being said. “But, only if you can accept my terms for this deal.”

 

The man laughed at Kaiba, pleased to hear his response. “So, you're accepting, then. Good. To be honest, I never knew there could be anyone as ruthless as my own son, to be willing to gamble with his own brother. You're a kid after my own heart, Seto. If you can agree to my terms, then I should be more than willing to accept these terms of yours.”

 

There was a knot in Kaiba's throat hearing Gozaburo say that. He was right.......Kaiba felt no better than his stepfather, bargaining over his brother like that. But, it had to be done. And he wouldn't second-guess himself if he would lose. He would not lose......he would win, and save Mokuba in this world. Noah didn't stand a chance.

 

x-x-x-x-x-x-x

 

Seto and Joey were sneaking around the grounds, trying to find Mokuba, when they heard a familiar whisper and followed it.

 

“Dammit, Seto.....answer!” Mokuba silently grumbled, as he called his brother's phone for the third time. He didn't know what to do and was 1/2 tempted to go sneaking into the mansion himself to try and rescue his other self.

 

“Hey!” Seto called, causing Mokuba to suddenly jump a few feet in the air. He then scolded, “Don't do that! I thought you were a guard.....”

 

“Sorry......” Seto said. “So, how's your brother doing?”

 

Mokuba looked down, not looking too happy.

 

Joey became wide-eyed, and spat, “Don't tell me he's been captured!”

 

“No, nothing like that. But...... he's not going after the other Mokuba.” Mokuba said.

 

“What??” Seto asked. “What do you mean, he's not after Mokie??”

 

“He went to talk to Gozaburo. He seems to think if he made a deal with him, it would be better to do then rescue the other me, right now. But, I'm not sure if he's going to get out of there and get the other me in time before 8.” Mokuba said.

 

“That bastard!” Seto blurted and Joey jumped and shoved his hand in front of his mouth quick.

 

“Ssshhhh!! Keep it quiet!” Joey whispered.

 

More quietly now, Seto hissed, “How the hell can he do that? He never said any of this to us!”

 

Mokuba shook his head. “I don't know. Again, he seems to think what he's doing is the better way.”

 

“Well, right now......I don't give a shit what he thinks! If he's not going to save Mokie, then I am!” Seto spat.

 

Joey grabbed him before he could leave, saying, “You can't go in there! You heard what he originally said about traps and shit!”

 

“Well, I'm certainly not leaving him there, either!” Seto hissed.

 

Joey then turned to Mokuba, saying, “Hey......you live in that mansion in your world, right?”

 

“Uh......yeah.” Mokuba replied.

 

“Then, you can probably figure that place out, too!” Joey said. “So, you can lead us around. Then if any guards come near, we can kick their asses!”

 

“Well....that's fine and all. But, what if Seto tries to get the other me back and can't find him cuz we all ready got him?” Mokuba asked. “In our attempt to help Seto, we might only end up delaying him more!”

 

Seto smiled, saying, “Just text message him on the phone and let him know. That way, he gets the message that we're after him. And if we find him first, we'll let him know if we do.”

 

“It may not be a good thing to be telling Seto that.” Mokuba grinned.

 

Seto spat, “Seeing that he just abandoned my brother, as far as I'm concerned he can kiss my ass!”

 

Mokuba nodded, saying, “I'll text him.”

 

“Good, then let's go!” Seto said, and was immediately ready to go forward and charge into the mansion, until Joey quickly grabbed him.

 

Joey snapped, “Hey, dumbass......you forgetting something?”

 

“No.....you guys are coming, right?” Seto asked.

 

“Yeah, but someone who knows the place gotta lead!” Joey retorted, making Seto suddenly look very sheepish.

 

“Huh? Oh, yeah.....” he chuckled. “Uh.....you go first, Mokuba.”

 

Mokuba shook his head, muttering, “I finished text-messaging him. Hopefully, he'll get the message. So, let's go!”

 

With that said, Mokuba led his way to the basement. He could only hope they didn't get caught. If that happened, everything they were doing to get Mokie back would become a failure.

 

x-x-x-x-x-x-x

 

As they got closer to the mansion, Kaiba continued to deal with Gozaburo on the contract. He could feel a buzzing on his cell phone from the text message that came in. But, he ignored it.....assuming it was just Mokuba once again trying to get a hold of him.

 

He would call him after he was finished with what he was doing here. Nothing would stop him from making a signed contract that would guarantee the other Mokuba's safety, even if it meant dealing with the devil, himself. Even if it meant signing this agreement would probably make everyone in this world hate him before he left. That didn't matter......only Mokuba's safety did, and he was the only one for the job.