Yu-Gi-Oh! Fan Fiction ❯ Seto's Wish ❯ Chapter 18

Angie just stared for moment, never hearing Mokuba with a voice before. After she picked her jaw off the ground, she then said, “But…But we've never heard you speak before. I mean....I know that Seto's always told us you two hang out a lot and you could speak but still…”

 

“There's a reason for that.” Mokuba said, looking down. “Noah felt that if I didn't talk, then everyone will think I'm too stupid to know how and wouldn't question the way he treated me. Seto's always been nice and treated me like a little brother, more so than Noah or anyone else ever has. Noah used to punish me if I spoke outside the house. And if he ever knew that Seto and I not only talk together but also hang out, he would make me pay for it. I'd probably never be allowed out again.”

 

Kaiba said nothing, but his eyes widened, hearing this. Mokuba had been keeping this kind of information from him, to ensure Kaiba didn't get too upset about his staying at Noah's house. Now he knew, and Mokuba hoped his brother didn't try anything drastic before the duel. As it was, the only reason Kaiba held his tongue was because his other self was `supposed' to already know about this.

 

“Oh, I see. I understand now.” Angie said.

 

Kaiba glared at her darkly, saying, “Well, you better get used to his talking because after tomorrow, Mokuba's coming to live here permanently.”

 

“Seto......you really shouldn't be so over-confident about all this.” Angie said. “You know we're all behind you, but you're chances are just so slim. You've never beat him before.”

 

“Well starting tomorrow......there's going to be one heck of an upset, when I smear the floor with him on public television and in front of all his fans.” Kaiba bragged. “Besides, I always take precautions. Even out of some miracle that Noah gets the upper hand, I've still ensured Mokuba's safety. No one takes my brother away from me, and gets away with it!”

 

Now it was Mokuba's turn to look buggy-eyed, as he glared at his brother in fear. When it came to Kaiba, he could only imagine what harsh things he may have done to ensure his safety. `He couldn't have hired someone to kill Noah, could he? I thought he was poor in this dimension. Seto, what do you do, this time??'

 

“Oh? And how did you manage that, oh brain child? You promised Noah that if you lose, you'd stop trying to take Mokuba away from him.” Angie said.

 

Kaiba just sneered evilly, stating, “Who said I have to try? And who said this has anything to do with me?”

 

Mokuba swallowed. `Oh, no.....he did hire someone! Seto, you can't do that! This isn't even your world!'

 

“I still don't understand how, though.” Angie said.

 

At that point, Kaiba turned away, stating, “Don't worry about it. You'll see soon enough. You can say it's also insurance to make sure Noah keeps his word, after I defeat him. I doubt he intends on playing by the rules, especially after I tarnish his name. So, I simply made sure this deal was secure.”

 

As Kaiba said that, he looked down at Mokuba to see the fearful look on his face. Kaiba said nothing extra on it, and simply ruffled his hair to try and ensure his brother that everything was going to work out okay.

 

She just rolled her eyes, still not taking him seriously, as she said, “Fine, whatever. Well, listen......I'm going in the kitchen to set the food up. You guys coming?”

 

“We'll be there in a minute.” Mokuba said, wanting a moment to speak to his brother, first.

 

Angie tried not to look jealous at her own brother being so cozy with a complete stranger more than her, as she headed into the kitchen. After she left, Mokuba asked, “Seto......what did you do?”

 

“I just told you.” Kaiba answered simply.

 

Mokuba added, “Well, you better not have hired someone to try and......and.....”

 

“Mokuba?” Kaiba asked, and suddenly Mokuba collapsed. “Mokuba!!”

 

Kaiba rushed to his side, cradling him in his arms, as he asked, “Mokuba.......what's wrong? What's going on??”

 

“I......I'm sorry, Seto. I.....I should have told you........” Mokuba weakly said, then passed out.

 

“Told me WHAT???” Kaiba snapped, immediately thinking of calling a hospital.

 

But before he could react, a portal opened and Aiko stepped through. She looked down at him, and sighed. “Well.....it looks like right on time.”

 

Kaiba glared daggers at her, asking, “On time for what? What the hell is going on, here??”

 

“I'm sorry, Kaiba......but I've come for Mokuba. I need your permission to take him back. Half his soul is here, and the other 1/2 is back in your world. He needs to be whole.” she said.

 

Kaiba asked, “Is that the reason he's having this problem?”

 

“Not entirely.” Aiko said, looking down. “Kaiba, I'm sorry but......I'm afraid he's dying.”

 

“Because he was separated?” Kaiba asked, horrified.

 

Aiko looked at him sadly, and answered, “No. His illness isn't just a cold. The doctors called back. It's a rare disease.......and they don't have a cure. Kaiba, I'm sorry. At least with him whole, he has a little longer. There's a medicine that might help, but there's no guarantee.”

 

Kaiba just stared at her, unable to comprehend what she was saying. Mokuba wasn't dying......he couldn't be dying. “No......you're lying.”

 

“Kaiba, please let me take him back.” Aiko pleaded.

 

Kaiba silently nodded, but said nothing. With his silent approval, Aiko touched Mokuba's head. There was a moment where his body glowed, and then it stopped.

 

“Thank you.” Aiko said. “And don't worry about the Mokuba of this world.....he will return fully once we leave.” An instant later, Mokuba appeared as a spirit next to Aiko.

 

“I'm sorry big brother, I know I should have told you......but I didn't want you to worry about me. If you stay in this world, you wont have to worry about being alone if something happens to me. You can still be with the Mokuba from this world. Don't worry about me, okay?” Mokuba said.

 

“How can you say that?” Kaiba answered. “I would never leave you; you're not going to die, do you understand me? I'm not going to let that happen......I wont let it happen! I'm coming home soon for you, Mokuba. You wont have to wait much longer.”

 

“Okay.” Mokuba smiled, knowing there was no way to convince his brother of him dying, or that he should stay. Once his brother was determined, that was it. “Sorry I couldn't be here to watch you duel. You can tell me all about it when you return, okay?”

 

“All right.” Kaiba said, offering a smile.....the pain clearly showing in his eyes. He felt like even now he was looking at a ghost, from that see-through form that was his brother. But there was no way he was going to let anything happen to his brother. Never......he wont allow it.

 

The portal then re-opened and Aiko left with Mokuba, before it closed once again. Kaiba just continued to stare at where the portal was, until he finally heard a soft moan. He looked down to see Mokie coming to. Though he was pleased to see this Mokuba okay, he knew it wasn't the same......it wasn't his Mokuba.

 

As Mokie sat up, he rubbed his eyes, then glanced over at Kaiba. “Niisama?”

 

“Big brother.” Kaiba repeated the words, as if they were so foreign. “Why would you call me that, if you don't think we're related?”

 

“Because you're the closest thing to a family I've ever had. I call you that because you are like a big brother to me. You have always tried to take care of me......and I thank you for that.” he smiled up at him.

 

“Hmph. Obviously since you're still with Noah, he hasn't done a good enough job.” Kaiba muttered, looking away and crossing his arms, trying not to think of what Aiko had just said about his own little brother.

 

Mokie gently placed a hand on Kaiba's arm, asking, “Can we go see what's for dinner now, Niisama? I'm hungry and I can't wait to see what movies your sister brought home.”

 

“Go ahead.” Kaiba answered. “I'll be there in a minute.”

 

“Okay.” Mokie said, heading into the kitchen.

 

After Mokie left, Kaiba looked down at the old pictures, fighting the crushing sadness that was trying to consume him. He then whispered, “He might look like him and sound like him......but he's not my brother. Mokuba......I'll be home soon for you. Just wait for me. I'm not letting you go anywhere. You're staying with me, I'll never let you go.”

 

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Back in the real world Yami and Yugi were having problems of their own. Ajin had done all in his power to break through the shield the instant Aiko left. Yami had just given all he could, and collapsed on the ground.

 

“Pharaoh!” Yugi cried, and ran over to him.

 

Yami looked up, and smiled. “I'll be fine, aibou. I just need to be with you for a while. Whatever happens, just stay strong.....” Yami then disappeared, rejoining with the Millennium Puzzle.

 

Ajin laughed wickedly, “Looks like it'll just be a minute longer before your lives are mine!!”

 

And suddenly, a portal opened and Aiko stepped back through. Aiko turned to Ajin with defiance in her eyes, summoning forth her own magics to keep the shield strong.

 

Ajin realized he had lost the upper hand, and finally ceased his attack. He glared at her, but it quickly changed to a smirk. “Foolish girl......savor your shallow victory, because that's all it is. Thanks to you, the Pharaoh is now completely drained of his energies to give you just a little more time. But how long can you last? Yugi and Mokuba are going to need food and drink soon.....or they'll get weaker and eventually die. Then all your protecting will be for nothing. Face it, the only way to end this is to try and challenge me. And you know how that'll end......you will all die. And since you were so desperate to help the life of someone who's going to die anyway, you let the only hope you had to work with and fight me become useless. Now you are doomed.”

 

“It's not over yet, Ajin.” Aiko said.

 

“So, what happened?” Yugi asked. “Where's Mokuba?”

 

“He probably died!” Ajin laughed. “All that effort for nothing.....”

 

Aiko glared at him. “He's not dead!” Then turning to Yugi, she said, “Once we entered the portal, he disappeared. I assume he returned to his body.”

 

/Aiko is correct, Yugi./ Yami answered from within the puzzle. /I saw Mokuba's spirit energy returning to him. And no he is not dead. At least not yet./

 

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Back in the alternate world, after spending some time with Kaiba and Angie, he decided he had to leave, before Noah found out where he was.

 

Kaiba stayed most of that night, making sure his Duel Disk worked perfectly, and his deck was at it's very best for this world. Now since he was so troubled about thinking about Mokuba, he could barely find any way to sleep.

 

But soon enough, the next day finally came, and Yugi's group were all anxious to see how well everything turned out. All week Yugi's group and their friends worked their hardest to make sure everything was ready for the grand re-opening of the Dancathon Arcade. Even Jack's sons and their friends were there to help out, as well.

 

Jack moved to the front of the door, and was shocked to see just how many people were piled in front waiting to get in. Everyone heard about the duel concerning Noah and wanted to see it, no matter what the place was like. But it brought a tear to the old man's eye......remembering how the place used to be before Pegasus Land. And if Kaiba's invention worked out, it could be like that again.

 

He swung the doors open with pride, as the kids charged in, glad to pay the $5 admission charge. They crowded around the arcade, packed in the dance section, and some were already crowding around the duel arena waiting for Noah to show up. Kaiba watched down from a balcony, also waiting for his opponent. He would take Noah down......for Mokuba's sake.

 

Finally, Kaiba noticed all the heads turn to the front door, and the crowd began to cheer. Cameras were flashing madly as Noah strutted in, smiling and waving to his crowd. Kaiba sneered. `That's right, keep smiling, Noah.....because it wont be long before I wipe that smile off your face!'

 

Kaiba then came down and approached. He glanced down at Mokuba, who offered a faint smile, then up at Noah. “So.....are you ready for our duel, Noah?” Kaiba asked.

 

“More than ready, Seto! But I might warn you, I've gotten better since our last duel.”

 

“Good. Cuz you'll need it.” Kaiba sneered, causing Noah to look at him in surprise. Noah was not used to that kind of confidence sprouting from Seto.

 

Kaiba then nodded towards the wall of the store, adding, “By the way, I made sure to post the rules up on the wall for all your fans to see. If you want to make sure I didn't change anything, you're welcome to look now. But it is the official copy, and it still has your signature. I simply wanted to make sure everyone was aware of what you're about to loose.”

 

“Me, Seto? Hahahaha......you really are funny, today. But honestly, you shouldn't post something like that. It's going to be awfully embarrassing to you, when this whole crowd of people are aware that you have to be my slave for the next week.” Noah told him.

 

Kaiba just smirked. “That's only if you win. And that's not going to happen. For you see, I'm not exactly the same as the last time we dueled, either.”

 

“Hmm......are you referring to your little accident? I heard about your strange personality change. I guess anything is an improvement, but don't think your little tricks are going to fool me. I know you're only doing this to try and throw me off. But that's not going to save you, I'm afraid.”

 

“I don't need any tricks to take you down. Let's duel!” Kaiba snapped.

 

“Fine.” Noah smiled.

 

Kaiba led Noah to an area that confused Noah. It had no table, and no chairs. He sighed, “I thought you said you were ready......”

 

“I am.......are you?” Kaiba asked, handing him a Duel Disk.

 

“What's this?” Noah asked.

 

“It's called a Duel Disk. We will be using them to play the game.” Kaiba explained.

 

“You must be joking.”

 

“I'm quite serious. What's the matter, Noah......afraid of trying something new?” Kaiba asked, slipping it on.

 

Noah slipped his on, stating, “Me afraid? Never!” For a moment, Noah considered that maybe Kaiba might be trying to electrocute him, but not in front of so many. Besides.......Seto wasn't that smart to try.

 

“Let's get this over with.” Kaiba said, and they both began to draw their cards to Duel.