Wind Beneath My Wings

By: DJ Rodriguez

(Author's Notes: Hi, everyone. Just recently, one of my aunts passed away. When this song was played at her funeral, it reminded me of Yugi. So, I decided to "update" this selection here.

Darien: Besides, we felt that it described Yugi's nature just right. So, we hope you enjoy it.

I do not own Yu-Gi-Oh or Wind Beneath My Wings by Bette Midler)

The date was June 20th, 2007. About three years or so has passed since the Battle City tournament. Ever since then, things were relatively quiet in the busy place known as Domino City. However, there have been quite a few changes since the epic battle for the entire world.

Yami and Téa were now married, becoming Mr. & Mrs. Yami Moto. Yami took his hikari's last name, because he felt that it would be an immense honor to have it. They had a little girl of two years of age, her name Yugina. The couple were very much sure to name their firstborn after their dear friend. She looked very much like her father, with the tri-colored hair and eyes.

Mai and Joey also were married, having a beautiful one year-old girl named Rebecca. Serenity and Seto were currently married, and also expecting a child by the end of the month. Tristen had himself a good woman, and was preparing to propose soon. Duke was in America, working on his various gaming projects.

Rebecca was dating Mokuba, and it seemed to go by pretty well. Pegasus was still living a life of luxurious retirement on his Fantasy Island, but his new workers for Duel Monsters, Rex and Weevil, were doing wonders in making more interesting cards. The Ishtars were still in Egypt, working to rebuild their family and their clan.

However, tomorrow would be a changing day for all. On the 21st, all would be arriving at Domino City Cemetery. There, they would pay respect once again to their friend, hero, and savior. They were going to visit Yugi Moto.

Yami and his family were in the living room of their home, which was situated in the countryside. City life was a bit hectic, and they wanted some more elbow room. Yugina was sleeping on the smaller couch, wrapped in peaceful dreams. However, her parents were sitting on the main, larger sofa. They were in deep discussion.

"Honey, even though it's been so long since that happened… I just can't get over it.", Yami whispered to his wife.

Téa smiled sadly and hugged her husband. She replied softly, "I know, Yami. I know. Its still hard for me too… to see that he is gone.".

Both were really wondering on why Yugi had to die. Sure, they saw him two years ago in the most spectacular and miraculous of ways. But, it still cut into them deeply. He was supposed to be alive and with them, but he was not.

"I'm just asking myself and others… why did someone so innocent, full of life and love for all that he knew… had to die?", the former ruler of Egypt stated in a shaky breath.

Téa held him tight, and both just tried to comfort one another as best they could. After a few minutes, the woman released her husband and gently picked up their daughter. "I'm going to put Yugina to sleep. Tomorrow will be her first day to see her uncle.", she told him.

Yami just nodded, and started to just sink into deep thought. Téa sighed as she carried her daughter to her room upstairs. When they reached the top, the mother slowly and gently opened the door to Yugina's room. She laid her down gently and softly, trying not to wake her up.

When the little one was tucked in and secured, Téa slowly left the room. Closing the door quietly so not to wake up her little angel, she left to go to her and Yami's room. It was just across the hall from Yugina's room. When she went in, she closed the door and sat down on her double-sized bed.

'Yami has a point though. Why did someone as good and kind as Yugi… have to die?', she thought. Hoping to alleviate her thoughts, she turned on the clock radio that was on the nightstand beside the bed. A tune came up, and it seemed to remind her more of her dear friend.

Ohhhh, oh, oh, oh, ohhhh

It must have been cold there in my shadow

To never have sunlight on your face

You were content to let me shine, that's your way

You always walked one step behind me

Unknowingly to her, Yami was listening to the same thing in the living room. As he listened intently, he realized that Yugi was like that. After a duel, he would allow Yami to have the glory. He would just stand by his side, content To see his friend receive the cheers and applause.

"Yugi…", he whispered, his wife saying the same thing.

So I was the one with all the glory

While you were the one with all the strength

A beautiful face without a name for so long

A beautiful smile to hide the pain

In a way, the lyrics seemed to fit Yugi just right. Yugi took in the lumps and bruises of bullies, and then the burden of the world on his shoulders. He had done it all… and yet still had a smile for all to see.

When people asked people on where Yami was, he would disappear then reappear with Yami taken over. He was overshadowed by his dark-half, but he never complained or anything.

Did you know that you're my hero

And everything I would like to be?

I can fly higher then an eagle,

For you are the wind beneath my wings.

 It was true, for all of them. Yugi's courage, determination, and also support carried his friends and acquaintances higher then ever they could do on their own. He was like a lighthouse, and they were ships on the dark waves, looking for their beacon of safety.

'Yugi, without you… none of us here would be where we are right now.', Yami and Téa thought.

It might have appeared to go unnoticed,

But I've got it all in my heart

I want you to know I know the truth, of course I know it.

I would be nothing without you

It was true, in a way. Without Yugi, a lot of them would have gone done a dark, dank path. Téa would have never met Yugi, and know what being a true friend was all about. She also wouldn't have had the courage to go and become a professional dancer.

Yami knew from the bat that he wouldn't existed without his aibou. Yugi was the one who completed the puzzled, released him, and also taught him what really mattered in life. Before him, Yami knew only of victory and power. After, he came to grasp the value of human life and emotions.

Did you know that you're my hero?

You're everything I wish to be

I could fly higher then an eagle,

For you are the wind beneath my wings.

Even though Yami was seen as the hero by most, the former ruler of Egypt knew that his hikari was the true hero. In fact, at one point, he wanted to be like Yugi. He wanted to have his grand humility, understanding, compassion, forgiveness, and also love. Love he had for all that was good and just.

Yami was the King of Games… but when it came down to the real deal, he was just something of a Lord. Yugi was the true King of Life.

Did I ever tell you you're my hero?

You're everything, everything I wish to be.

Oh, and I, I could fly higher then an eagle,

For you are the wind beneath my wings,

'Cause you are the wind beneath my wings.

As the song started to reach its crescendo, Téa was shaken out of her thoughts by her husband. He smiled at her, knowing on what she was thinking about. He sat down beside her, and the two just held one another closely, still listening to the song.

"Honey, think Yugi would have loved being an uncle to Yugina?", Yami asked quietly, trying to strike up any conversation. His wife just smiled and replied that he would have loved being an uncle.

Oh, the wind beneath my wings

You, you, you, you are the wind beneath my wings

Fly, fly, fly away. You let me fly so high

Oh, you, you, you, the wind beneath my wings

Oh, you, you, you, the wind beneath my wings

It was then that they started to get ready for bed. Yami took off his shirt and was now in black boxer shorts, while Téa slipped into a pink, transparent nightgown. They kissed each other goodnight, got into bed, and snuggled against one another.

As the song died down, each of them dreamed of their friend being with them. Yugi talking with them, laughing with them. They also visioned him playing with their daughter, and both just having a good time.

Fly, fly, fly high against the sky,

So high I almost touch the sky.

Thank you, thank you,

Thank God for you, the wind beneath my wings

As the two drifted off in peaceful slumber, a certain angel was looking down from the sky at them. He was wearing a white robe, a golden rope-belt around his waist, and also wacky tri-colored hair. His violet eyes shined with warmth and happiness, seeing that his family and friends were okay.

"I'll always watch over you.", he whispered before the world faded into light. Guess who the angel was.

(Author's Notes: We hoped you enjoy this little songfic here. How many of you agree that this song best represents Yugi? If so, how and why.

Darien: Also, we are creating a Christmas fanfic at our other site, MediaMiner.org. If any of you wish to join, please go there and let us know in the reviews.

R&R, no flames, enjoy, and leave long reviews!)