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...?]

Comments

[puzzleshounen]

[Yuugi watches as she changes, but his expression stays soft.

Stays adoring.]

I'm...really happy. I got to spend a lot of time with Marik and Odion today.

[itisdestiny]

I am glad to hear that.

[She climbs into bed and next to Yuugi, smiling down at him.]

I believe you all needed it. Were you able to speak with Marik...?

[puzzleshounen]

[Yuugi smiles with a little blush.]

Yeah. We're all good now.

Turns out he was just shy and wanted to court me properly before just... you know. So it can be special.

[A pause.

He blushes even deeper.

Even harder as he gets the words out:]

I wish I'd done that stuff with you. Courted you, I mean. Took you on nice dates, gave you gifts...really romanced you.

[itisdestiny]

[Marik... She's surprised to hear that's what he wanted but... it makes sense, given that he doesn't fully comprehend how emotions work.

Ishizu actually feels a bit of guilt for a change and she fidgets with the sheets.]

... I apologize for not... taking my time with either of you. I realize that may have caused many issues.

[puzzleshounen]

[Yuugi scoots closer, taking one of her hands and kissing it.

Romance.

Gods, he always wanted to do this.]

We can't change the past...

But we can make a better future, right? Together.

[itisdestiny]

[He certainly knows how to be romantic. Ishizu feels her cheeks flush as she glances off to the side.]

Yes... Then... If you would... court me, I believe I would enjoy that immensely.

[puzzleshounen]

[He chuckles softly. There's...something different about his voice tonight. Something...confident.]

We can start right now, if you like.

[itisdestiny]

[Oh.

A confident Yuugi always gets her motor going. Ishizu smiles and nods, leaning in to kiss his cheek.]

Yes... I would like that...

[puzzleshounen]

[Yuugi unbuttons His shirt and slips it off...

Then opens his arms.]

Come here, then. Let me hold you...

[itisdestiny]

[Yuugi... Hold her? It was very nice when they were in the bath...

So Ishizu settles into his arms, burying her face into the crook of his neck.]

Yuugi...

[puzzleshounen]

[He holds her close, stroking her hair and breathing in her soft scent. She and Marik smell so good, but there's such a subtle difference between them.

And her weight in his arms...it feels...right.]

Mmmm...Ishizu...

[He kisses her on the top of her head.]

I love you...

[itisdestiny]

[This is lovely... Being close to Yuugi like this, enjoying his warmth and presence.]

I love you too, Yuugi...

[She closes her eyes, simply lying there, letting the boy set the pace.]

[puzzleshounen]

Do you know...

[He keeps holding her; tracing his fingers along her shoulders and cheeks with his free hand.]

...what I think about, when I'm holding you like this?

[itisdestiny]

Mmm...

[She nuzzles her cheek against his shoulder, placing a kiss to his skin.]

I do not... Tell me...

[puzzleshounen]

...How I could spend the rest of my life with you and I wouldn't regret a single thing.

[There. He was just...putting all of his heart on the table. When Yuugi loved, he loved completely and utterly. For Ishizu and Marik...

This was what he wanted.]

How I can see myself growing old with you...making a family with you...

[A pause.]

...Giving up my name for you...

[itisdestiny]

[She pulls back, eyes wide, and cheeks flushed, looking up at Yuugi.

He wants... all of that...]

You... truly want that...? To take our name... a-and...

[Continue their family line.]

[puzzleshounen]

[He tucks a piece of hair behind her ear and smiles.]

Yeah.

I do.

[No hesitation. No fear. There is nothing but love and resolve in those eyes.]

[itisdestiny]

[Her heart races and she feels her eyes becoming teary.

How can they be so blessed to have him in their lives? To have his love?

Ishizu hugs him tightly, trembling, and burying her face in his neck again.]

Oh, Yuugi...!

[puzzleshounen]

Ishizu...

[He'll just stroke her hair, let her cry it out.]

I love you.

[itisdestiny]

I love you too... I never want to lose you...

[Or Marik but that goes without saying.

Ishizu doesn't remain teary for long but she remains close, calming down as she breathes in his scent. Feels his warmth and his love.]

I am so sorry... for hurting you...

[puzzleshounen]

We have all the time in the world to make things right. It's okay.

[He holds her close.

Closer.]

Things might have started off a little rocky, but those missteps can help us get better in the future, you know?

[itisdestiny]

They can...

[She tilts her head up to kiss his chin.]

You are wonderful, Yuugi. In all aspects in life...

[puzzleshounen]

[Yuugi chuckles, playfully rolling over and pinning her to the mattress.

He smiles, soft and fond.]

Oh yeah? All aspects?

[itisdestiny]

[She lets out a little yelp and giggles as she gazes up at him.]

Yes, love. All aspects.

[puzzleshounen]

Mmmm...

[Yuugi kisses her, but it's not hard and intense; it's a slow, searching kiss.

His lips almost drag along hers, and he sighs, deeply content.]