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CW: Incest
[The Ceremonial Duel...
The day Yuugi and the Pharaoh were to part. Atem returned home to the Afterlife, and Yuugi... was left to continue living.
He was a stronger person now, really! Losing a part of him that was always there for three straight years? It was fine. It was what Atem wanted, so it was fine.
He said forever.
But he just wanted to go home.
It was fine.
It was fine.
Yuugi couldn't bring himself to return home with the others... and so here he was, sitting in the Ishtars' guest room, trying not to let them see him crying in bed with his face buried in the pillow.
It was fine.
It was fine.
Everything was fine.
The Ishtars were so good to him: Marik was a ball of life and energy, and Ishizu... she made him feel safe. Comforted.
That was why he couldn't let them see him cry. They couldn't let them see just how much the Pharaoh's passing had affected him.
He promised.
He promised him...a lot of things. Atem spoke kindly and told Yuugi he was all he needed. He talked about what they'd do together when he got his memories back: where they'd go, what they'd do...
How he loved him.
How he never wanted to be without him...
Was...
Was that a lie...?]
[The Ceremonial Duel...
The day Yuugi and the Pharaoh were to part. Atem returned home to the Afterlife, and Yuugi... was left to continue living.
He was a stronger person now, really! Losing a part of him that was always there for three straight years? It was fine. It was what Atem wanted, so it was fine.
He said forever.
But he just wanted to go home.
It was fine.
It was fine.
Yuugi couldn't bring himself to return home with the others... and so here he was, sitting in the Ishtars' guest room, trying not to let them see him crying in bed with his face buried in the pillow.
It was fine.
It was fine.
Everything was fine.
The Ishtars were so good to him: Marik was a ball of life and energy, and Ishizu... she made him feel safe. Comforted.
That was why he couldn't let them see him cry. They couldn't let them see just how much the Pharaoh's passing had affected him.
He promised.
He promised him...a lot of things. Atem spoke kindly and told Yuugi he was all he needed. He talked about what they'd do together when he got his memories back: where they'd go, what they'd do...
How he loved him.
How he never wanted to be without him...
Was...
Was that a lie...?]
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Date: 2024-08-02 08:15 pm (UTC)And he did.
Marik didn't quite know how to comfort Yuugi in his lose. The boy had always been a bit disconnected from seeing things from other people's perspectives but Ishizu...
Ishizu knew it would be quite the blow for Yuugi. He had spent several years having Atem with him, the two acting symbiotically with one another. To suddenly have nothing, no one to mentally turn to and guide him...
The older Ishtar's heart felt for him.
Which is why she suggested he stay with them while he adjusted. Nothing they did seemed to help all that much but Ishizu knew in this case, it was time that was needed.
And a good distraction. Someone to open up to completely.
She softly knocks on the guestroom door, hoping she isn't catching him in a saddened mood. If she is though, she'd do her utmost to try and get him to smile, even for a little.]
Yuugi... How are you feeling...?
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Date: 2024-08-02 08:53 pm (UTC)[Wipe your eyes, Yuugi. Don't let them see. Don't let them know.
You're okay. You're okay.
Yuugi took a deep breath. Focused.]
Better, thank you!
[A lie. Fake it til you make it.]
Hold on... let me get...
[He opens the door, and he smiles. He's wearing his favorite white pajama set, and when he's like this, he looks so much more vulnerable.
He truly was cursed with a burden too young...]
There. Ah...hi, Miss Ishizu.
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Date: 2024-08-02 10:28 pm (UTC)Please, there is no need for formalities.
[Ishizu places a hand on his shoulder.]
And... you do not need to hide the truth. You are here to recover, to work through your troubles. We do not think less of you if you show weakness.
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Date: 2024-08-02 10:36 pm (UTC)[Being strong, huh...
Is that... the way people see it? He supposed he was trying to be strong; if he kept it in, nobody would worry. Ishizu and Marik were finally free from their burden: it wasn't fair for him to feel pain like this.
Think about how they feel...]
...know. I'm not trying to be strong. I just...
[Her hand is warm on his shoulder; it reminds him of the truly important things.]
Just got something in my eye, that's all.
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Date: 2024-08-02 10:53 pm (UTC)[The hand that was on his shoulder moves up to cup his cheek.]
Know that we are here for you. Atem may not be here... but you are not alone.
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From:After lunch
Date: 2024-08-03 11:35 pm (UTC)It was... nice, having the two of them so close like this.
Eventually they return to the apartment. Odion is still out on business so the place is theirs. Marik drops his helmet off on the bench and removes his biker vest as they walk into the foyer.]
I think I ate too much but the food was so good.
Re: After lunch
Date: 2024-08-04 01:42 am (UTC)Gods, he feels so full. So light.
Lunch was amazing, and being able to go out while alongside these two people made him floaty in a way he hadn't in a long time.
Yuugi removes his own helmet and laughs.]
I know I did. I don't think I've eaten that much in months.
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Date: 2024-08-04 01:48 am (UTC)[He heads into the living room, flopping down on to the couch.
Meanwhile Ishizu goes to put the food they ordered in the fridge for Odion.]
We will need to go out with Odion some time. It would be fun to go as a family...
Yeah, for sure. What should we do for the next while?
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Date: 2024-08-04 01:54 am (UTC)That... made his stomach flutter. Even if they didn't mean it that way, it was a nice thought: Yuugi and the Ishtars, having a family meal together.
Yuugi flops on the couch beside Marik, but his head lands on Marik's shoulder. He's always been touchy with people he trusts, so he doesn't think twice about leaning close to him.
He's warm, and smells good.]
I wanna stay right here and rest my stomach. I'm way too full.
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From:Rained Out
Date: 2024-08-06 11:05 am (UTC)Yuugi couldn't cook particularly well, but he knew how to navigate the streets well enough, finding good deals and getting delicious food on the cheap.
But then his plans got rained out.
Literally.
It was past ten in the morning, and he wasn't in any of the beds. He'd snuck out at around seven and then hid in a local cafe to wait out the rain (he sent out a text -- not that Marik would have been awake to notice), but when it wasn't going to stop, he had to run through the storm at about nine, just to make sure he got home.
Sadly, he ended up going home empty-handed.
He hadn't brought an umbrella, and he slipped through the doorway, soaked to the bone. His phone was just barely able to stay dry but he didn't dare take it out of his pocket.
Poor thing looks like a wet cat.
Nobody uh. Worried, right...? They saw his text, right...?]
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Date: 2024-08-06 12:57 pm (UTC)Thankfully, the woman checked her phone and saw that he was okay. That's good... but what a nasty storm out. It seemed the rainy season was starting and the poor boy was caught in it.
She waits by the door, opening it for Yuugi when she hears him outside.]
Oh... Yuugi!
[Oh no. He looks so cold and... sort of cute with his hair like that...]
You are positively soaked... We need to get you into a warm bath immediately.
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Date: 2024-08-06 01:16 pm (UTC)Still, it's... nice to have someone let him in. To fuss over him like this.
He shivers in his clothes, even as he starts to peel off his jacket.]
Ahe...sorry. Didn't realize it was going to rain.
Don't worry, though, it looks a lot worse than it is--
[Yuugi, your teeth are chattering.]
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Date: 2024-08-06 01:26 pm (UTC)Ah, hold on...
[She totters off to the bathroom to quickly grab a towel and returns.]
Take off your clothes and just leave them by the door. I will get to them later. We must get you warm first.
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From:An hour or so later
Date: 2024-08-07 08:03 pm (UTC)There's the rumble of a motorcycle from behind the small male but it seems the Gods are watching over him, as it's not Marik's bike. The rider flips up the visor of his helmet, surprised to see Yuugi out during this weather.]
Master Yuugi.
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Date: 2024-08-07 08:06 pm (UTC)But...
Instead...]
...O...dion?
[...he wasn't out looking for him on Ishizu's request, was he?
Guilt twisted his stomach.]
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Date: 2024-08-07 08:11 pm (UTC)You are out late. Is everything alright?
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Date: 2024-08-07 08:15 pm (UTC)It was silly, and there was no reason for him to go back anyway. ]
I...I'm okay. I just needed some air.
[His cheeks are puffy from crying and his skin is tear-streaked.]
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From:The Next Morning
Date: 2024-08-08 01:50 pm (UTC)It was a quite night for once.
All Marik knew was he had to apologize to Yuugi for hurting him like that. Other than that, he really wasn't sure what else to do.
The next morning, Ishizu left for work, leaving Marik by himself at the house. For once, he was awake before 8am, showered, and making himself breakfast by the time Odion and Yuugi return. He looks up from the stove when his older brother enters, welcoming him, and gives Yuugi a nod when he sees him.
Yuugi receives a pat on the back from Odion as he makes himself scarce so the two can talk privately.
Marik pokes at the omurice awkwardly on the frying pan, remaining silent for a minute or so before speaking.]
... Hey.
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Date: 2024-08-08 01:55 pm (UTC)He... could do this. He refused to make things awkward.]
Hey, Marik. You're up early.
[He smiles, shy but encouraging.]
... thank you for breakfast.
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Date: 2024-08-08 02:02 pm (UTC)[See: I couldn't sleep.
He blinks, looking down at his portion of breakfast. He was only cooking for himself so did Yuugi mean from yesterday...?]
Ah... D-Did you want some?
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Date: 2024-08-08 02:08 pm (UTC)[A pause.
He clenches his hands together, despite his smile. He's nervous: it's obvious in how Yuugi shakes just a little.]
Or...apologize, for...not considering your feelings. I was being selfish.
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From:After the Date with Marik...
Date: 2024-08-09 12:11 am (UTC)Gods...
Yuugi was giddy when he got home, and was humming when he changed into his white pajamas.
He found himself lying in Ishizu's bed before he even thought much of it, smiling softly and staring at the ceiling.
He...
Wanted to hold her when he went to sleep tonight.
He wanted that quiet, gentle affection that he craved.
He wanted...to be loved.]
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Date: 2024-08-09 12:26 am (UTC)It was just what all of them needed, honestly. Even Ishizu being away from the house helped her clear her mind some.
When she got home and ready for bed, she was surprised to find Yuugi lying in it. The woman blinks, taking her hair beads out as she enters the room.]
Hello, Yuugi. This is a surprise.
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Date: 2024-08-09 12:29 am (UTC)[He smiles shyly, pulling his knees to his chest.
Gods, she's so pretty...]
I... just wanted to sleep in here with you tonight.
Is... that okay?
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Date: 2024-08-09 12:34 am (UTC)[Yuugi, you're precious. Ishizu smiles shyly and continues to remove her jewelry, eventually goes to change into a white night gown in front of him.]
How are you doing...?
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