On Angel's Wings!

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On Angel’s Wings!

By Gogina

A/N: I hope you all enjoy this next chapter.

Disclaimer: See previous chapters.

Chapter 7

Darkness and Light!

Yugi clenched his fists, knowing that the devil had full advantage of the situation as long as he controlled Yami’s body. A stare-off ensued then, neither side giving way.

“Let him go,” Yugi demanded. “He has nothing to do with this!”

“Doesn’t he?” Lucifer/Yami asked, smirking. “Think again, little Yugi. He has so much more to do with this than you realize.”

Yugi’s face showed astonishment.

“Wh-What do you mean?” he asked, eyeing the evil being cautiously.

“Where there is light, there always has to be darkness,” came the reply. “So, if you’re an angel, what does that make your precious yami?”
Yugi paled at the thought.

“A-A-“ he stammered, but his mouth refused to cooperate.

Lucifer chuckled.

“Allow me to help you with that statement,” he offered. “A demon, Yugi. Your yami is a dark being, making him the darkness that plagues your soul.”

The winged being shook his head vigorously, obviously refusing to believe such a thing could possibly be true.

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(Inside Yami’s Mind . . . )

Yami watched the events with a sad expression. It was all true. With Yugi now knowing the truth about being an angel, Lucifer had told Yami the truth about his very being. Before Yami was able to do anything, Lucifer had taken over his body, locking his soul in a far corner of his mind, but allowed Yami to watch all that transpired outside.

I’m sorry, Yugi, Yami thought, closing his eyes, sorrowfully. This is all my fault.

“Tell me, Yugi,” Lucifer’s voice rang out loud and clear. “Why is it that this demon means so much to you?”

Yami gasped at the question, opening his eyes as he watched Yugi’s facial expression change from shock, to guilt, to . . . was that . . . love?

“You know the answer to that as well as I do,” Yugi replied. “I’m in love with him.”

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Yugi’s heart beat faster with that statement, knowing Lucifer had somehow figured out a way to twist fate around. It was all true. Yugi’s love for Yami had grown over the course of their friendship, which, the young angel reasoned, was all it was ever going to be. Yugi pulled his wings around himself, waiting and praying that, somehow, his announcement had made it through to Yami’s soul.

A small smile played across Yami/Lucifer’s lips.

“That was a good try, little Yugi,” Lucifer said, folding his arms. “Unfortunately, Yami will never be coming back. And now that I have control over his body, there’s nothing that can stop me!”

Yugi shivered, but stood firmly as his sword materialized at his waist, clanging against his belt. Lucifer laughed at the sight, knowing full well that his enemy wouldn’t use it for fear of hurting his love.

“Now, now, Yugi,” Lucifer said, “don’t be so quick to act. Remember, your friend, or should I say ‘lover’, is still in here.”

Hope lit up in Yugi’s eyes as he reached out with his mind towards Yami, wishing with all his might that he could speak to the darker being.

“You have to know one thing, Lucifer,” Yugi said, smirking as he removed his sword, “it doesn’t matter if Yami’s light or dark. I’ll love him all the same. Ra has already granted me one request. That my sword’s ability makes it so I can vanquish the evil inside a person. Three guesses who I’m going to use it on, and the first two don’t count.”

The devil’s eyes widened as the truth sank in heavily. A scream tore from his throat as Yugi brought the sword down, expelling the evil being from his yami. A few minutes passed, giving Yugi enough time to put his sword away and catch Yami before he fell to the ground. Yami’s dull eyes gradually regained life as Yami’s soul reconnected with his body. Immediately, the former pharaoh rose to his feet swaying a little and causing Yugi hold his elbow to steady him.

“Easy, Yami,” Yugi warned, “you still have to get used to having control over your body again.”

Yugi’s voice caused Yami to practically fall over in surprise.

“Y-Yugi,” he stammered. “What-What happened?”

His aibou sighed at his confusion, safely tucking his wings behind him. The sword he had used to get rid of Lucifer disappeared from his side as he knelt next to Yami, a small smile on his face.

“You just went away for a while,” came the reply to his question. “You just got back.”

Yami smiled at his friend.

Was it real? he wondered. Did Yugi really say that he loved me?

Before he had a chance to question Yugi, his light was helping him to his feet.

“I better get you back to the shop, Yami,” he said, smiling.

I’m so sorry, Yami, he thought. I just don’t think this is going to work. What I told Lucifer was true, but I know soon I’ll have to leave Earth, and you, behind. Angels aren’t permitted to stay on Earth once their mission’s carried out.

Yami noticed the faraway look in his friend’s eyes and frowned.

“Yugi? Are you all right?” he asked, worriedly.

He seemed to snap out of his trance and locked gazes with Yami, a slight blush coming to his cheeks.

“Yeah, just thinking,” came the reply. “Come on, we’re almost there.”

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(The Game Shop . . .)

Yugi switched on the lights as he helped Yami sit down on the couch. His darker half smiled as the angel ruffled his wings a bit, trying to shake the last few drops of rain out of them to dry them off. A small, sad smile played across Yugi’s lips as he sat on the other end of the couch.

“It’s almost time for me to leave, Yami,” Yugi whispered, closing his eyes as they filled with tears. “I can’t stay.”

Yami’s eyes widened in shock at the announcement as Yugi rose from the couch and made his way to the front door. Placing his hand on the doorknob, he turned back to Yami sadly.

“I meant what I said, Yami. I do love you.”

With that being said, he opened the door, walked out, then closed the door again. Yami hurriedly got to his feet as fast as his drained body would allow, prepared to go after the angel, but something stopped him.

How didn’t I see it before? he wondered, closing his eyes and clenching his fists in rage at his stupidity. Just in the way he spoke to me, about me, I should’ve realized what was going on. Out of all the friends he’s had, I know all his fears, his secrets. Now, I’m going to lose him for good.

Light filtered in from outside in a flash, but it wasn’t lightning. Yami jerked his head up, his ears picking up the sounds of metal clashing against metal. Without giving himself time to think about what was happening, the former pharaoh rushed to the door, almost collapsing against it as he did. Opening it, he gasped at the scene that met his eyes. Lucifer was back and was locked in a struggle with Yugi! Their swords caused sparks to fly between them as Yami watched on in horror.

“I told you it could never be, little Yugi,” Lucifer sneered.

“Maybe not, Lucifer, but I’m not allowing you to get to him without a fight!” Yugi replied, determinedly. “Even if it takes the last breath from my body to do it!”



A/N: Okay, yeah, I had a major streak of luck on this chapter. I can’t believe I wrote all of this, but please, tell me what you think, k? R&R.

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On Angel’s Wings!

By Gogina

Disclaimer – See previous chapters.

On to the next chapter!

Chapter 8

Battle of Hearts!

Yami looked from Yugi, to Lucifer, then back again. Yugi’s grip on his sword was firm, but his hand was shaking slightly, something Yami wouldn’t have noticed if he hadn’t been studying his lighter half. Before Yami had a chance to say or do anything, Yugi took flight into the air, ignoring the howling wind and roaring rain that still pounded the earth. Metal once again clashed against metal as sounds of battle raged throughout the streets. Yami kept his gaze fixated on the scene, his heart clenching every time Yugi was attacked.

“You’re worthless, little Yugi,” Lucifer taunted. “Look how weak you are.”

His words were meaningless to the angel, however, due to his strong will. That is, until Lucifer’s next words.

“Do you honestly believe that he can ever love you?” he asked.

Yugi stopped in mid-air, eyes wide and body stiff as the words connected to his brain, allowing Lucifer enough time to deliver a crushing blow, sending the small being plummeting into the earth.

Do you honestly believe that he can ever love you?

Do you honestly believe that he can ever love you?

Lucifer’s words kept ringing in Yugi’s head. The young angel couldn’t deny that the devil was right.

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“What the-,” Yami breathed, getting a closer look at his light.

A being that he had never seen before was wrapping itself around the angel’s body. The strange creature had a hand posed in front of Yugi’s chest and, to Yami’s shock, plunged it deep into the his chest, causing a grimace to cover Yugi’s features. Immediately, Yami knew what was happening.

“Yugi!” he shouted, throwing himself away from the door and rushing out into the rain.

Said person turned to watch him run towards him, just as Yugi’s knees gave out. Lucifer laughed menacingly as Yami reached his fallen friend.

“Fear, get away from him!” Yami demanded from the being still clinging to the angel.

Fear lifted his head and, smiling, looked over at the former pharaoh.

“And who’s going to make me, demon?” he asked, tightening his grip on his prey.

“I said, get away from him!”

The force of Yami’s words shocked Fear, but he just smiled once more and continued to squeeze Yugi. Yami struggled to control the anger boiling inside of him, but it immediately turned to surprise when Fear’s eyes widened and he fell to the ground, withering in pain. Yami looked back up at Yugi, who still held his sword from where he had thrust it backwards to penetrate the demon’s skin. Holding his chest from where the evil being had wounded him, Yugi stood to his feet and faced Lucifer once more.

“That’s enough, Lucifer,” Yugi said, twirling his sword and extending his arm so the weapon was now in front of him, directly underneath his opponent’s chin. “Your games have gone on for far too long.”

Lucifer chuckled.

“But, Yugi, I thought you loved games,” he stated, waving his hand as another sword appeared. “I never figured you for a sore loser. Join me, little Yugi.”

Yugi breathing was becoming labored, but he remained standing on his own two feet, determined not to give up.

“No,” he wheezed, shaking his head, defiantly. “I’ll never join you! I’ll fight you with everything I have left in my body! Even if it kills me!” He hissed the last part and lunged at the devil.

Yami was about to join his friend when someone, or rather something, grabbed a hold of him.

“Pain,” he spoke the name venomously. “Let go.”

“Not a chance,” came the firm reply. “You’re not going anywhere.”

Yami smirked.

“That’s what you think,” he replied, grabbing the follower of Satan’s ‘hand’ and flinging the creature over his back.

Pain groaned, but didn’t rise again. A smirk crossed Yami’s lips, but that expression quickly changed when he turned back to glimpse Lucifer, his sword raised, about to plunge it into Yugi. Apparently, while Yami had been dealing with his demons (literally), Satan had managed to switch the duel around on Yugi. Yugi’s own sword lay a few feet away, just enough so it was out of reach of his hand. Yami watched in horror as Lucifer made to deliver the finishing blow.

Yugi’s eyes had been closed, waiting for the inevitable, which never came. Gathering the courage, the small angel forced himself to open his eyes. The tears came automatically as did the scream.

“YAMI!”

His darker half’s eyes were wide open, his hands gripping the sword that had embedded itself in his chest. He staggered a little, almost as if he was trying to regain his balance, before collapsing on his back in the dirt. Once again a strangled cry pierced the darkness, a horrid sound filled with remorse and fear.

“NO!”


A/N: (reads chapter, eyes wide) *sweatdrops*, um, oh boy. Did I really just write that? Hehe, well I hope you all still review. After all, you don’t really believe that that’s the end, do you? (wink)

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On Angel’s Wings!

By Gogina

Disclaimer – I don’t own YGO. If I did, I think I’d be dead by now. (Everyone would kill me for killing Yami)

Chapter 9

He Was Wrong!

It had pierced him inches away from his heart, but the blood loss was too great for even the great former pharaoh to survive. Lucifer laughed, causing Yugi to shiver slightly as the ‘great’ demon disappeared in a smoke cloud. Still nursing his injury from before, Yugi hesitantly used his wings to pull himself to his feet, determined as anything to get to his yami. Staggering a little, Yugi managed to arrive at his destination and fall to his knees.

“Y-Yu-G-Gi,” came a light whisper as the angel took Yami’s hand into his trembling one.

“Easy, Yami, don’t try to talk,” Yugi soothed him. “You’re losing a lot of blood.”

Yami’s face broke out into a slight smile before a coughing fit overtook him. After the coughing episode, Yami smiled up at Yugi once more and managed to weakly squeeze the light’s hand.

“I’m-I’m not g-going to ma-make it, aibou,” he whispered.

“Don’t say that!” Yugi ordered, already fighting back oncoming tears. “There has to be a way! There just has to!”

Yami’s crimson eyes locked with Yugi’s amethyst ones.

“Hikari, he was wrong a-about what he-he said.”

Surprised, Yugi gasped as the former pharaoh raised his hand and brushed his bangs from his eyes.

“I DO l-love yo-you b-back.”

The flood of tears that coursed down Yugi’s cheeks weren’t going to stop any time soon as Yami’s hand suddenly went limp in his own and the body went still as rain pounded all around them. A heart-wrenching cry pierced the darkness at that point, Yugi losing all control over his emotions.

“Little One.”

Yugi lifted his head, the tears still visible on his cheeks as he looked to the sky, where the thunderstorm clouds were dispersing and the sun was beginning to shine through.

“Father?” Yugi whispered, sniffing.

“Yes, Little One. I have been watching you closely ever since you have regained your memories.”

Yugi’s head dropped once more, fresh tears filling his eyes.

“He didn’t deserve this, Father,” he stated. “He was just trying to protect me.”

“I understand, my son.”

Yugi sniffed as his tears fell.

“That is why I am giving him a second chance.”

Yugi jerked his head up, shock registering in his eyes. Confusion also settled in as he watched in stunned fascination while Yami’s body was carted into the air. Immediately, the small angel tried to stand, but his injuries prevented him from doing so.

“Yami!” he shouted, anxiously. “Father, what’s happening?”

“This is what has been destined to happen, Little One. Yami has proven himself.”

Yugi frowned at His words, but continued to watch Yami’s body. A white light engulfed the former pharaoh, encompassing it and blocking it from Yugi’s view. After several moments, the light faded, but not enough so Yami was visible. Finally, Yami’s motionless form was placed on the ground. The light faded into nothing and Yugi hardly dared to breathe.

“Father, is he-?”

A soft chuckle interrupted his sentence.

“Of course not, Little One. He is merely sleeping. Go ahead and wake him.”

“I would, Father, but it seems as if I can’t move,” Yugi replied, painfully being reminded of his suffering as he tried, without success, to stand.

“Oh, forgive me, Little Yugi. Here.”

Yugi sighed as warmth overcame him and the scars and wounds on his body disappeared. In a matter of seconds, not a scratch adorned his body and he quickly rose to his feet, making his way towards the figure before him. As he drew closer, Yugi gasped. It wasn’t possible.

‘That’s not Yami,’ he thought, frantically.

‘That’s not Yami!”

‘That’s not Yami!”

A/N: Mmm. Well, it seems that, sadly, this story is coming to a close. Only a few more chapters left. Please, R&R!

[gogina]

On Angel’s Wings!

By Gogina

And, now, on to chapter 10!

Chapter 10

New Developments!

“That’s not Yami!”

Yugi couldn’t stop the trembling in his body as he stared ahead of him. The figure before him stood to its feet, beautiful, white wings spreading to a length of no less than fifteen feet as the feathers danced with sparkles from the sun reflecting off of them. Golden orbs locked onto his own, staring in complete shock and confusion. Pure white clothing clung to the figure, who stared at it like it was a foreign object.

Finally, the figure looked up at Yugi once more and whispered his name.

“Y-Yami?” Yugi replied in a quiet voice.

//Yugi.//

The angel’s knees gave way from under him, causing him to collapse, but not before Yami appeared right behind him in a flash and gently lowered him to the ground.

As Yugi stared up at the newly transformed Yami, he had a conversation with Ra in his head.

What happened?

Your friend has proven himself. The demonic side of him has lifted.

But-But I thought demons couldn't be turned into angels.

Ah, Young One, that's where you're wrong. An angel does not have the ability to change a demon into an angel, but I do.

Thank you, Father.

You're quite welcome, Yugi.

"Yugi!" Yami's voice rang out, cutting through his thoughts. "Are you all right?"

Small arms wrapped around his neck as Yugi pulled the former demon into a tight embrace.

"Did you mean it?" he whispered.

Yami, puzzled, allowed his arms to encircle the younger angel's waist as he asked, "What are you talking about, Aibou?"

"When you died . . . you said that Lucifer was wrong and that you loved me," Yugi stammered. "Was-Was that the truth?"

A small sigh escaped Yami's lips as he pulled his hikari closer to himself and nuzzled his face into his look-alike's hair. Yugi smiled slightly as he closed his eyes, allowing Yami to keep a firm grip on him.

"I was being completely honest, Yugi," came a faint whisper. "I would never lie about something like that."

The kiss was unexpected, but it held so much meaning for both the young men that they didn't let up until breathing was becoming a problem. Pulling away, Yugi's face immediately turned beat red, unbelievingly watching Yami and consciously hoping that it hadn't been a dream or some strange, sick, and twisted joke.

'Only Bakura would do that anyway,' Yugi thought, waiting for Yami's reaction to the whole situation.

"Yugi, I've always known that you were an angel. You were too innocent not to be,” Yami said, smiling slightly. “Unfortunately, I’ve had a talk with Ra and he’s agreed that I may stay on Earth. After all, I’ve just recently gotten my body back. I still have so much to learn. I understand that you’ll be leaving, though, Aibou.”

The hikari paled, knowing his yami’s words were true.

Young One, it is time.

Can-Can I have just one more day, Father? Yugi pleaded. I-I can’t just leave him like this.

Of course, my son.

Yami’s angel form disappeared completely, his regular leather clothes clinging to him like nothing had ever happened. Yugi smiled, but it was too small to be real. He used his power to appear as he had before any of this had ever happened, causing a startled look to overtake Yami’s features.

“I have a day to spend with you, Yami,” Yugi explained, keeping his gaze fixed on the former demon. “I leave tomorrow night.”

Yami nodded, understandingly as he stopped fighting his emotions and pulled Yugi into a tight embrace. Yami buried his face in his aibou’s tri-colored hair that matched his own so closely as Yugi allowed himself to nuzzle his head underneath of Yami’s chin, sighing contentedly.

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(Kame Game Shop)

It was quite some time before Yugi and Yami returned to the Game Shop, both relishing in each other’s presence as much as possible. Yugi lay next to his yami in bed, both with their clothes on, Yami’s arm protectively wrapped around his waist. The small angel refused to close his eyes, knowing tomorrow would be the last day he’d be able to see his love for quite some time.

11:11 pm the clock read as Yugi’s amber eyes, glazed over with tears, stared at it.

‘They say to make a wish when the clock says 11:11pm, and it’ll come true. Maybe, just maybe.’

Yugi closed his eyes tightly, a million thoughts flooding through his mind, but only one sticking out more than the others.

‘Please, let me stay with Yami.’

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(The Next Night)

The day had gone by far too quickly than either of them would’ve liked. When it all came down to it, though, Yugi still had to prepare to leave to cross back over to the other side. Yami watched from the door as Yugi transformed back into his angel state, calmly walking outside with his aibou for the last time. Yami stuffed his hands in his pockets, hoping to hide the fact that they were shaking. Two crumpled pieces of paper touched his fingers, reminding him of what he needed to do.

“Yugi,” he whispered, afraid his voice would squeak with emotion.

His winged friend turned towards him, a curious look on his face as Yami shoved the two papers into his hands, then took off running into the shop, refusing to allow Yugi to see his weakness.

Yugi remained outside of the Game Shop, staring at his hand that was gripping the papers like they were a lifeline, and maybe they were. Casting a sad glance back at his former home, Yugi spread his white wings and glided gracefully into the sky, soon becoming a speck among the clouds. From the window in Yugi’s old bedroom, a curtain closed as a pharaoh mourned for the loss of his best friend and love.


A/N: Finally! Another chapter finished! WARNING: THIS IS NOT THE END! I REPEAT, THIS IS NOT THE END! There will be two or three more chapters. But first, everyone must R&R!

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On Angel’s Wings!

By Gogina

A/N: I’m glad you all like this story.

Disclaimer - See previous chapters.

Chapter 11

Promises!

(Heaven)

Gabriel.

“Yes, Father?”

Is there any change in Yugi’s condition?

“No, Father. He has not moved from his room in the past few days.”

Thank you for telling me, Gabe.

“Of course.”

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(Yugi’s Place in Heaven)

The two pieces of paper were laid out on Yugi’s desk, still folded as if the reader had never even bothered to open them. The truth was, Yugi hadn’t. He just stared at them, his legs pulled up to his chest with his arms wrapped around them. His magnificent wings were drooping, but covered him fully as if offering protection.

‘He told me he’d never leave me,’ Yugi thought, blinking back oncoming tears. ‘So, I leave him instead.’

Yugi, my son. Please, do not think so low of yourself. You did what had to be done for the good of mankind.

Yugi nodded in understanding.

“Yes, Father, I know, but did I do what had to be done for the good of myself and everyone who loved me back on earth?” he questioned. “Did I do the right thing, Father?”

Yugi, that is something only you will be able to answer in due time. Those papers your other self gave to you, open them, Young One. For then, and only then, will you be able to decide your destiny.

Yugi could feel the presence of Ra leave the room and he sighed, unfurling his wings from around him as a hesitant hand reached out for one of the papers. Crinkling could be heard as the young angel opened the letter, eyes scanning the page nervously.


Dear Yugi,

I have spent most of tonight wondering how I was going to word this letter. Every time I have tried, my words somehow all managed to scramble and none of what I wrote made sense. I’m watching you sleep in bed, the pillow curled tightly in your arms. Sorry, but I had to replace me with the pillow so I could write this to you.

Young One, I love you and knowing you’ll be leaving me soon only causes my heart pain in knowing I’ll never wake up to see your smiling face next to me. I prayed to Ra that you would be allowed to stay with me, but the sad look upon your face tonight as we got ready for bed told me the truth. That you were leaving me. Do not feel guilt, Yugi. It was your destiny and fate that you would eventually have to leave this earth and return to where you rightfully belonged. I just wish I had been able to go with you, but, someone had to stay behind and explain everything to the others.

Aibou. I don’t even know if I can call you that anymore. You’ve far surpassed me and to consider myself your equal is like saying Kaiba’s given up his company. Yugi, please, be happy up there, even if I can’t be happy down on earth. And, if you want, think of me often. I love you, Tenshi.

Yami

Tears were streaming down Yugi’s cheeks as he read the letter a second time, noticing stains on the paper and gasping at what they stood for. Yami had been crying while writing the letter! The tear-drops were living proof of that. Yugi clutched the paper to his chest, as if it would disappear if he let it go. The second paper lay forgotten for a few moments as Yugi cried for the first time since he arrived home. As Yugi calmed down, his hand reached out once more, this time for the second paper that Yami had handed to him.

Knock! Knock! Knock!

Startled out of his thoughts, Yugi glanced at his door, surprised at the uncommon sound radiating through his living quarters. Slowly, the angel stood, resting a moment as his legs grew accustomed to working again. Gently pulling at the door, Yugi gasped in shock when a smiling Solomon Motou entered!

“G-Grandpa!” Yugi shouted, flinging himself into his grandfather’s waiting arms.

“Yugi, my boy, how good to see you again,” Solomon answered, embracing the youth. “Ra has explained your situation to me.”

Yugi’s golden eyes widened in astonishment. Had Ra told everyone in heaven about his predicament?

“Grandpa, why-“ he began, but was cut off as the older Motou silenced him by holding a hand up.

“Now, now, Yugi. You should understand the ways of Ra by now.”

Yugi’s eyes widened in sudden understanding.

“You knew!” he accused, pulling away from Solomon and pointing a finger at him. “You knew I was an angel in my past life and said nothing about it!”

Solomon sighed.

“I knew it would come to this one day, Yugi, so I might as well tell you,” he said. “Yugi, the reason I told you your parents died was to hide the fact that you never had parents to begin with. You were left on my doorstep with a message from the Gods that I was to care for you until your powers reawakened and you were able to fulfill your duty in saving the world. Unfortunately, I was never able to see that. I passed on before I could explain things to you and Yami.”

Yugi allowed this information to sink into his mind.

“Yugi, why don’t you retrieve that paper you were about to open before I knocked on the door?” Solomon advised.

Yugi jerked his head up to meet his grandfather’s eyes.

“How did you know what-“

Solomon shook his head.

“Yugi, you should know the answer to that already,” he replied. “Now, about that paper.”

The angel hurriedly retrieved the spoken of item and handed it to the older angel, who quickly opened it. A small smile graced his features and he wordlessly handed the paper over to Yugi. With a confused expression, Yugi glanced at the paper, then back at his grandfather, before his eyes quickly returned to the paper after registering what it had on it.

“The day Yami got his body,” he whispered, examining every inch of the memory to detail it into his brain.

Solomon nodded.

“Yes, Yugi,” he agreed. “Do you know why it happened?”

“No. We never could figure it out.”

Flashback . . .

/Yami, I’m bored./

A small chuckle was overheard through their mind-link as the spirit of the puzzle replied.

//Well, what do you suppose we should do, Aibou?//

Yugi thought on this for a moment before deciding.

/Could-Could you maybe come out of the puzzle for a while?/

Silence, then . . .

//Of course.//

A figure appeared in the room next to Yugi’s bed. Yami hissed as his side bumped against Yugi’s desk where he did his homework at night. All at once, the former pharaoh gasped and turned to look at Yugi, who was staring at him, speechless. Yami took several steps in his light’s direction before he finally reached the bed. Before Yami had a chance to move or say anything, Yugi was flinging himself into his arms, excitement flowing through him.

End Flashback . . .

Yugi sighed. That had been the happiest day of his life - other than a few days ago when Yami told him he loved him.

“Yugi, Yami received a body because of the incredible bond you two now share,” Solomon continued, completely ignoring the fact that his grandson was off in his own little world. “That bond has only grown stronger with passing time. Do you understand what you have to do?”

When Yugi looked up to meet his gaze, Solomon smiled. Yugi knew exactly what he had to do.

A/N: Yes! Finally, another chapter! Please, R&R and I’ll start work on chapter 12 immediately!

[gogina]

On Angel’s Wings!

By Gogina

A/N: This chapter has been a long time coming.

Note: This chapter has a lot of interaction with Yugi and Yami’s friends. Bet you thought I forgot about them, huh? Also, a little SxJ in here, for those of you who like the couple. It’s my first time using them in a fic, so, please let me know how I do. Also, Kaiba’s a little OOC.

Disclaimer - See previous chapters.

Chapter 12

Messenger From Heaven!

“Still no word?”

“Yami’s been sweeping the shop for hours. He refuses to come out.”

“It’s like Yugi’s disappeared off the face of the earth and Yami’s just given up.”

Yami had been ignoring everyone ever since he started sweeping the dust that continued to spread around the room. His normally crimson red eyes were dull with pain and sorrow. Yami stopped sweeping suddenly, his grip on the handle tightening as he lost control of his emotions.

I’ve done all I could to protect him, he comforted himself. This life won’t be so bad.

But deep down, Yami knew he was just fooling himself.

“Yugi,” he whispered, closing his eyes.

“You know where he is, don’t you?”

The voice startled the former pharaoh out of his thoughts as he jerked his head up to look at the door, where Joey stood, leaning against the frame. Yami reverted his eyes, refusing to meet his aibou’s best friend’s gaze. Joey sighed and crossed his arms across his chest.

“Is he okay?”

Yami could only nod.

“He’s in a better place than we could ever could be,” he replied.

Joey studied his friend hard. Yami’s eyes were drawn, the fire in his eyes had died. His normally spiky hair was flat and dull. It was as if the former spirit was turning into one again.

“Yami, I may not be the smartest person in the world, but even I know that this isn’t healthy,” Joey stated, unfolding his arms and taking a step towards him. “You have to eat something at least.”

Yami snapped out of the daze he had put himself in and shook his head. Robotically, he started sweeping again, his eyes just staring into a null void which only he could see. Joey sighed and turned to leave, only to be stopped dead in his tracks by a figure standing in the doorway. His eyes suddenly narrowed and he clenched his fists in irritation.

“You!” he spat out with venom. “What are you doing here? Can’t you see he’s in enough pain without you coming here to make it worse?”

Seto Kaiba snorted at him, averting his gaze to his rival.

“So, the little brat skipped, huh?” he asked, a slight smirk crossing his face. “Well, I didn’t think he had it in him.”

Joey’s patience was wearing thin and he was having a hard time controlling his temper.

“Kaiba, no one asked you here, so what do you want?” he demanded.

“Shut up, Mutt.”


The order took the blond off guard for a moment, but it didn’t last long when the CEO stood in front of Yami and grabbed him by the collar, forcing them to face each other.

“I don’t know what’s gotten into you, Yami, but I won’t stand for it!” he shouted. “I will not have my friend wallowing in his own self pity!”

Joey blinked several times, before Kaiba’s words set in.

“Did-Did you just admit to being Yami’s friend?” he stammered, disbelieving.

Kaiba just glared at him, but it wasn’t his hardened gaze that got to Joey. It was what was in that gaze that scared him.

“Seto,” he whispered, sadly.

“You know, my name sounds good on your lips.”

Joey swallowed hard. His heart was pounding way too fast.

Stick a fork in me. I’m done, he thought.

Meanwhile, Yami completely ignored the two lovestruck men and continued sweeping, even though the floor was spotless. The tinkling of the bell stopped everyone in their tracks. Yami smiled at the customer, taking his place behind the checkout counter. The boy looked to be about seventeen. Black hair adorned his head and he held an air of mystery to his movements. Pure white clothes added to his already slim figure and there was a slight twinkle in his eye as he stepped into the shop. Instead of roaming around, however, he headed straight for the counter, all the while pulling out an envelope from his jeans pocket.

“Are you Yami?” he asked, curiously, the smile never wavering.

The former spirit of the puzzle could only nod as the letter was placed in his hands.

“My name is Yutiku,” the messenger announced, offering his hand.

Yami hesitantly shook it, but found himself suddenly smiling at him, unable to help himself. Joey immediately started questioning the guy while Yami opened the envelope.

Yami,

You may believe this letter, and, then again, you may not. But trust me when I tell you that your love for the one called Yugi Motou is returned. I have granted Yugi life again, but there is one task you must perform first.

Find him, Yami.

If you can find Yugi an hour after reading this letter, you two shall remain with each other forever, even after death. Should you fail, Yugi will return to heaven an angel. Make your choice quickly, Pharaoh, for you do not have much time.

Ra

Yami’s hands shook, causing the paper to glide gently to the floor. Kaiba, Joey, and Yutiku all looked over at him, confused looks on their faces. Joey was the first to speak.

“Yami?” he asked. “Hey, man, you okay?”

His friend looked over at him, a joy that was unsurmountable radiating in his eyes.

“He’s alive,” he whispered, hardly daring to believe it. “Yugi’s alive.”

Joey frowned in confusion.

“What are you talking about?” he inquired.

Yami shook his head.

“Never mind that now,” he replied. “I have to find him! And I only have an hour!”

Confused expressions were on his friend’s faces, but he ignored them as he headed out the door, ordering whoever was the last one out to put up the “Closed” sign. Kaiba, Joey, and Yami filed out of the store, their destination unknown. Yutiku’s confused expression changed, once the others left, into a small smile.

“You will find him, Yami, I’m almost sure of it!” he said to the empty room as he obeyed Yami’s orders and closed the shop. “It’s only a matter of time before you realize it.”

YGOYGOYGOYGOYGOYGOYGOYGOYGOYGOYGOYGOYGOYGOYGO

(Somewhere in Town . . .)

Yami sighed as he glanced at the clock tower on top of the school building. Fifteen minutes until the hour was up and he still had no idea where Yugi was. Kaiba looked around just as Joey ran up to them, panting and shaking his head, indicating that he hadn’t found anything. Yami ran a trembling hand through his hair. It was like looking for a needle in a haystack!

“Hey, where’d Yutiku go?” Kaiba suddenly questioned.

Yami looked around, too, eager to find the messenger who had brought hope to his life again. A small tug at his heart caused his eyes to widen in sudden realization. Heart hammering against his rib cage, Yami took off in the direction that Yutiku took to search for Yugi.

It has to be, he thought to himself. He’s known all along where Yugi is!

A/N: Does Yutiku really know where Yugi is, or is Yami in trouble of losing his hikari forever?

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[gogina]

On Angel’s Wings!

By Gogina

A/N: Thank you for your response, Rachel! I wasn’t going to update until someone posted something. So, please, enjoy this chapter.

Disclaimer - See previous chapters.

Chapter 13

Finding True Love!

“Yutiku!”

The messenger turned at the sound of his name, smiling as Yami raced up to him, breathing heavily.

“Yami, have you found him yet?” he asked, anxiously.

The former pharaoh shook his head.

“No.”

Yutiku frowned.

“You do know that you only have seven minutes left, right?” he asked. “You should be getting a move on, Yami.”

Neither one moved.

“You know where he is, don’t you?”

It was more of a statement than a question, but Yutiku sighed all the same.

“I was wondering how long it would take you to figure it out,” he admitted.

Yami smirked and crossed his arms over his chest.

“It was only a matter of time,” he responded. “So, where is he, Yutiku?”

When Yutiku looked up at him, Yami gasped. The messenger’s eyes were soft, warm, inviting. Not like before, when they had been dark and mysterious. Yutiku smiled, sadly as a bright light enveloped him.

You truly did not know, Yami?

Yami’s eyes widened at the voice that seemed to fill the room.

“Ra?” he whispered, incredulously. “What-What are you talking about?”

What you seek has been in front of you all along.

The reality of his words sunk in and his attention immediately turned back to Yutiku’s obscured body. The bright blight disappeared as quickly as it had come, leaving a silhouette in the dust. Yami’s eyes widened. Amethyst orbs stared back at him.

“No way,” came a voice from behind him.

Yami wasn’t sure when the others had arrived, but turned when Joey spoke. The former pharaoh wasn’t sure what to do as Yugi fidgeted from one foot to the other. Yugi looked up at him, hopefully.

“Yami?” he asked, hesitantly.

As soon as Yugi spoke, Yami snapped out of his trance.

“I-I thought you left for good,” he stated, examining Yugi as if looking for some explanation to see if it was a trick.

His lover shook his head and walked up to him, taking his hands in his.

“I read your note,” was all he said, before both their lips met each others in a long-awaited kiss.

As breathing became a priority, the two pulled away from each other, but never broke physical contact. Yami, still hardly daring to believe it was true, embraced Yugi tightly as if he would suddenly disappear right in front of his eyes.

“Why did you come back, Yugi?” Yami asked as they walked towards home.

Yugi blushed slightly.

“Grandpa kinda had something to do with that,” he admitted as Yami’s arm snaked around his waist. “He helped me chose to come back.”

“I’ll have to thank him, then,” Yami replied, smiling. “But why did Ra let you come back? I thought angels weren’t allowed to stay on Earth once their mission was over.”

Yugi’s face became serious suddenly and his eyes narrowed uncharacteristically.

“Because it’s not over, Yami,” he said, clenching his hands into fists. “The fact that I’m in human form hasn’t changed the fact that I’m an angel. Just as Ra was about to send be back to Earth for good, Lucifer started acting up again. I’ve been sent here to stop him.”

Yami lowered his gaze.

“So, you’ll be leaving once your mission is carried out?”

“Did I say that?”

The former spirit jerked his head up in surprise. Did that mean . . .?

“Once my mission’s complete, I have permission from Ra himself to stay with you,” Yugi said, smiling at him. “I’m not leaving unless you want me to.”

Yugi’s words sank in Yami’s brain, causing him to smile, but a sudden thought immediately changed his expression again.

“Lucifer’s on the loose again?” he asked, curiously.

Yugi nodded.

“You sound as if that’s a bad thing,” a voice cut through the air.

Yami stiffened and Yugi whirled to come face-to-face with the said demon. Instinctively, Yami stood protectively in front of Yugi and Kaiba stepped in front of Joey. Lucifer chuckled.

“You really think you can protect your boyfriends from me?” he asked, smirking evilly. “Tell them, Yugi. Tell them how easily I can kill them. Or would you like a demonstration?”

Yami gasped and looked over his shoulder to see Yugi standing there, a strange aura glowing around him. His eyes flickered from amethyst to gold, then back to amethyst. In a matter of seconds, Yugi had fully transformed. His wings unfolded from behind him and sparks surrounded his form. Little dust particles formed next to his waist, clearly revealing his sword. His now golden eyes bore through Lucifer as he pulled his sword from it’s sheath.

“Don’t you dare lay a hand on them, Lucifer!” he shouted, demandingly.

“Oh, and who’s going to stop me?” the demon taunted. “Haven’t you tried this before, Little Yugi?”

Yugi smirked at this.

“You’re right,” he admitted, looking straight at Lucifer. “We have done this before, but last time, I wasn’t prepared for you. I won’t make the same mistake again!”

The burst of anger spilled from Yugi and he immediately charged at his opponent, sword at the ready. Metal clashed as Lucifer pulled out his own weapon, rendering Yugi’s attack useless. Yami watched in horror as the two fought, hardly daring to believe that it was happening all over again. A sudden cry of pain called his attention back to the battle, where he spotted Yugi’s motionless body falling through the air towards the ground below. A glint on him caused Yami to fall to his knees. Lucifer’s sword had pierced through Yugi’s body! A dull thud shook the ground as Yugi landed.

“No! Yugi!” Yami shouted, staggering to his feet and rushing to his aibou’s side. “Yugi.”

There was no motion. Yami forced himself to feel for a pulse. Finding none, he angrily turned back to Lucifer, who still levitated in the air, laughing at the scene unfolding beneath him. Yami stood to his feet, his gaze transfixed on Lucifer.

‘One shot, Ra,’ he pleaded. ‘Just one.’

Very well, my son.

He felt the anger welling up inside of him and, using it to his advantage, Yami focused all his power into one attack.

“You’ve done enough damage, Lucifer!” he shouted, letting go of the blast. “Now, I think it’s your turn to suffer!”

The leader of all demons crossed his arms over his chest and watched the stream of energy fly towards him. Yami’s eyes narrowed.

‘Isn’t he going to dodge it?’ he asked himself. Suddenly, realization dawned on him. ‘No!’

In a flash, the energy blast turned around and headed straight towards yami. Having used all of his strength, the former demon could only watch as it grew closer and closer.

[clautjejoepie]

OMG I wuv this story!

the words just go right into mah heart XD

you're a very very very good writer.

wuv yugi and yami but I hate lucifer, may he get pierced by light!