Weren't You the Queen, And I Your King (Mythship × Yuugi AU)

[puzzleshounen]

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...?]

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[puzzleshounen]

I can still thank you.

[Yuugi speaks gently, kindly. His hands clench and unclench, and his heart roars in his ears...]

And... even selfless people can be selfish sometimes. Or thoughtless.

I...

Didn't consider your feelings enough. It's easy to get swept away by emotion,

[Or by Ishizu's enthusiasm]

but in situations like this...it's. Important to consider what everyone wants. And yesterday kinda proved that I...didn't do that.

And I'm...sorry. For being thoughtless.

[thetombkeeper]

[A grunt.

But he does finally turn around to face Yuugi, even walking over to the table to stand across from him.]

... I don't blame you. You were... just being honest with how you felt. I...

[He swallows, trying to keep himself calm, his hands clutching the back of the chair tightly. This is difficult to say what he was thinking. (But far easier without Ishizu around.)]

... I got swept up in things too. You deserve your first time to be special and I was going to... make it not that. I... I'm sorry.

[puzzleshounen]

[He wanted it to be...special. He wanted things to be good for Yuugi.

His heart melts.

Marik...

He really was kind when he wanted to be...]

... thank you. I...I'm glad we stopped, then. I never would have forgiven myself if we...made love and you didn't... feel the same.

Because it should be special for both of us. And...mutual. You know?

[thetombkeeper]

[He nods, his cheeks flushing.]

Yeah. When you said that to me, I didn't feel right. I want to... to be able to feel the same when we do.

[Keyword: When.]

I think... sister has been rushing things a bit. I'm still trying to work out... the fact that she wants me like that...

[He frowns.]

... I'd like taking this slower if you're alright with that. So... I can work through what I'm feeling.

[puzzleshounen]

[When...]

I'd... like that, too. To go slow, I mean. It's mostly just been sex, but...I'd like to hang out with you. Go on dates!

I'd like to do that with Ishizu, too. Separately! Because I love you both and I want to make memories with each of you, you know?

[Gods, he was bad at this. ]

And...

If Ishizu corners you and you feel uncomfortable...

[Yuugi winks playfully.]

I'm pretty good at distracting her to give you an escape.

[thetombkeeper]

[Marik finally smiles, a hint of relief in his body language.]

Yeah... I'd like that too... You're kind and passionate and I want to get to know you better, Yuugi. You deserve respect.

[His cheeks redden.]

... I'd appreciate that. She's insatiable and I feel I'm... becoming too addicted to her...

[puzzleshounen]

[Oops, he's blushing, too. Hearing someone say that about him...Gods.

It feels nice.

His stomach flutters.]

You deserve respect, too. You have this passion and lust for life that's extremely endearing. You make me want to just go out and see the world on the back of a motorcycle.

[And then his smile grows sad. ]

You're getting addicted to... the feeling before you can really think through what you want, yeah?

[thetombkeeper]

Y-Yeah, I am... It's... worrisome.

[Oh, but Yuugi said the magic world. Marik leans over the chair slightly with an excited expression and cheeks still a rosy pink.]

Sister isn't going to be home for a while so that's what we should do today! I'll take you all around town and then drive you out along the highway so you can feel the wind rushing past us...!

[puzzleshounen]

[Yuugi hops out of his seat, eyes bright.]

That sounds like fun! We can get some food at a convenient store and have a light lunch outside, too.

[thetombkeeper]

[Marik lets out an excited little cackle as Odion smiles to himself from the other room.]

That sounds perfect! Haha! This is going to be awesome!

[And the blonde walks around the table to pull Yuugi into a hug.]

[puzzleshounen]

[Yuugi responds in kind, meeting him halfway and wrapping his arms around Marik, hugging him tight.]

[thetombkeeper]

[This is nice. Just the two of them, being friends and... hopefully something more.

Marik nuzzles his cheek against the top of Yuugi's head, relaxing against him slightly.]

I think... today is going to be a good day.

[puzzleshounen]

[Yuugi sighs softly.

Happily.

He melts in Marik's arms.]

...yeah...

[thetombkeeper]

[After spending some time with the three of them in the morning, Marik and Yuugi head out around lunch time to drive around town, see different sights, and eventually grab some snacks and hit the road out of the city to let him enjoy Marik's driving and the freeing sensation of riding a motorcycle.

The tomb keeper is flattered Yuugi trusts him enough to want to ride behind him rather than in the sidecar. It's also comforting to feel his body against him, holding on.

He takes him to a nice spot along the Nile, the breeze from the water making the air cool despite the sun beating down on them. Having prepared for the trip, Marik pulls out the blanket they packed, along with their cooler of drinks and snacks, and sits down, waiting for Yuugi to join him.]

Gods, this really is the perfect day, isn't it?

[puzzleshounen]

[This has been... wonderful. A peaceful day on a motorcycle feeling the wind on his face and the sun beat down on them.

Laughter.

A relaxed mood with no pressure to take things to the bedroom.

Just... them.

Yuugi hops off the bike and flops on his back on the blanket, arms spread.]

Yeah...it sure is...

[thetombkeeper]

[Marik might scoot next to him as he pulls out their drinks and some of the snacks, taking a swig with a satisfied "ahhh."]

We should make this a weekly routine, if you're alright with it.

[puzzleshounen]

[Yuugi glances up and grins before sitting up and taking a nice long drink.]

That sounds perfect, Marik. It'll be nice to get out of the house... get some air...

[He laughs.]

I feel so cooped up when I'm inside too long, you know?

[thetombkeeper]

Mnn. I agree. I think we've been sitting around inside too much instead of taking you out to explore Egypt with you. There's so much we still need to see together...

And this way too, Odion can join us. I've been thinking and... We don't spend enough time with him.

[puzzleshounen]

Yeah! Odion's so much fun to hang out with; we went to this place last night where we can play games really late.

I really want to see you two face off against me at the pool table. I think you'd make me break a sweat.

[Yuugi winks.]

[thetombkeeper]

Heh... I'm glad you two had fun. I know... he needs that.

[Marik blinks and tilts his head.

But that wink does cause a faint blush.]

I've actually never played before so you'll have to teach me.

[puzzleshounen]

Yeah. We can see if we can go out together this weekend?

[At that admission, Yuugi's eyes sparkle. Teaching him how to play a game? Be still his heart...]

I'd love to teach you! It's a game that relies on observational skills and bluffing as much as reflexes. I think once you learn, you'd be really good at it.

Games are also a great way to get to know a person.

And I know aaaall of Odion's tells. Stick with me and you'll be able to beat him for sure.

[thetombkeeper]

Yeah! That sounds great!

[There's that passion. Marik's cheeks darken and his gaze moves to Yuugi's lips for just a moment.]

Hmmm... Sort of like poker, huh? I'm impressed though. It's hard to read Odion in any capacity.

[puzzleshounen]

[Yuugi, oblivious, keeps going:]

Well, he's subtle, but he has these movements when he's playing, you know? Like when he has a good hand, his nose twitches a little, and he prefers to use one hand over the other when he uses trump cards...

[thetombkeeper]

Huh... Does he now...

[He'll need to watch for those next time they Duel.]

He does those while Dueling too, right? He's even better at the game than myself or sister.

[puzzleshounen]

[Yuugi scoots closer, grinning.]

He does. We should duel together, though...! Maybe even tag duel.

[He leans forward.]