30 kisses # 22, cradle (My Little One by JZ_l0ves-Atemu)
Title: my little one
Author: jz_l0ves-Atemu
Fandom: Yu-Gi-Oh!
Pairing: Yami no Yugi/Anzu Mazaki, Mahado/Mana
Rating: Older Teens
List and theme: 30kisses, #22 cradle
Disclaimer: disclaimers about Yu-Gi-Oh! are obvious, JZ_l0ves_Atemu is simply a fangirl of both Yami Yugi & the Yami/Anzu relationship. However the idea for this fic is mine. JZ-l0ves_Atemu does not own Megaman Legends, she does own a copy of the game and hasn’t beaten it yet.
Notes: AU, Yami defeated Yugi in the ceremonial duel and was awarded a body of his own. However he was also awarded with his two childhood friends Mahado and Mana. Yami & Anzu are married and have Yugi, Mahado & Mana living with them. Firelizards are from Dragonriders of Pern an excellent sci-fi series by Anne McCaffery. Megaman Legends is owned by Capcom.
Mana & Mahado view modern day items with an aincent Egyptian viewpoint.
Summary: Yami is the King of Games and along with the title comes the duty to defend it. So he and his gravid wife Anzu are in Dallas for the Industrial Illusions Pan-Global Duelist Tournement. Neither of them know when she’ll give birth.
“My queen, it’s too risky for you to travel so close to your due date.” Yami stated Anzu glared at him, “My Pharaoh, I don’t care! I’ve been your personal cheerleader since the beginning, and I’m not going to stop supporting you any time soon.” Anzu replied, “Where you go, I’ll follow, remember?” she asked. Yami nodded, inwardly sighing. Yugi Mutou sent across their mental link Yugi replied.
“Anzu, it’s too risky, what if flying causes your water to break?” Yami asked. She glared at him, and drug him out of the room by his uppermost spike.
“Look!” she hissed, “I love you, and I was with you at 99% of your duels. Even the guy who kidnapped me to use my body to house Pegasus’s soul said that ‘She’s the source of Yugi’s strength’ and I knew he meant you and not your former vessel.”
At the mention of Yakkou Tenma, Yami wrenched his hair out of her grasp and clenched her tightly to him, “If you come with me, I’ll have Mahado & Mana watch over you. In case something like that should happen. The only reason I’m participating in the tournament is because the prize is a duel against the King of Games. If that weren’t the case I would have declined going. Dueling is important to me, but you are more so.” He whispered into her ear. “However, Yugi can duel in my place, should anything happen to you and our unborn child.” He added letting one of his hands slip over her abdomen. Her cerulean eyes started to tear as she gazed into his amethyst orbs.
He assisted her into the private jet Pegasus had sent for them. Mahado & Mana marveled at the thought of flying in the jet.
“Don’t worry Pharaoh-boy,” Pegasus’s jovial yet annoying drawl sounded as they took their seats, “Should your lovely queen get sick, our medical facilities will take care of her.”
Yami sweatdropped while holding his queen close to him. For some reason he was on high alert. His innate shadow magic was warning him to protect his love.
“Pegasus,” Yugi’s lighter tenor voice spoke up, “what if Yami’s unable to duel? Can I duel in his place? I mean we look practically identical, and I can mimic his voice.”
The platinum haired one-eyed man stroked his chin thoughtfully, “Let’s see Yugi-boy, your ‘Ceremonial Duel’ was very close and if you had put “Monster Reborn” in the “Golden Sarcophagus” the Pharaoh wouldn’t be here holding his lovely Anzu-girl.” Yami glared at him, “Yes” the pharaoh hissed at him, “she is lovely, but Pegasus, she is mine don’t forget that!”
Anzu kissed him lightly on the cheek “My love,” she whispered “he’s only complementing me.” Her kiss helped to diffuse the tension that started to build. I am my beloved’s and he is mine. She thought silently.
Pegasus waved his hands in defeat, “Pharaoh-boy, please relax. Anzu-girl is your queen, Cecelia and I were at your wedding. Cecilia is my precious, and my darling. Thank you so very much for returning her to this world.” He chuckled softly, “although when she’s as pregnant as Anzu-girl is now, I’ll be just as protective as you are.” That news seemed to placate the King of all Games.
“But back to business, you and Yugi-boy are two of a kind and if you feel that you can’t duel the winner, then Yugi may duel for you.” Pegasus replied, grateful that the shadow powers within the Pharaoh had receded. “Just one question though”
“What is it?” Yami asked his tone forboding.
“oh, it’s just for the experience, but can little Yugi use the Egyptian God Cards?” Pegasus asked. “Also he has to look exactly & sound exactly like you.”
Yami reached for his deck, and drew the three god cards. He held the cards against his heart and bowed his head, closing his eyes. The cards glowed for a few minutes as miniatures of the three great beasts appeared in front of him as if in an unspoken agreement that their true sizes would destroy the jet and leave no survivors. He stared at them silently, as if asking with his heart. The three chibi beasts nodded, motioning for Yugi to come forth. The diminutive game king scooted closer to them and at their unspoken command reached out to touch them with his right hand.
He grimaced in pain as lightning-style streams of red, yellow and blue light were absorbed into his skin.
The three chibi beasts looked into each others’ eyes almost as if considering his request. Chibi Slypher went airborne and circled around the plane’s interior as Chibi Ra squawked
“My Pharaoh,” the golden fire-lizard spoke, his voice still held a regal quality to it. “While you control Us with your soul, We will allow your chosen heir to carry Us in his deck. For he has passed Our test.”
Yugi bowed his head in gratefulness. Ra flew over and perched on his shoulder. “Young prince,” He whispered “stay with the Pharaoh. For I feel you will need to duel in his place.” The golden firelizard playfully butted his head against his cheek and vanished along with the other two god monsters.
Yugi glanced over at Yami. Anzu had fallen asleep cradled in his lap. Yami softly kissed the top of her head. “Sleep, my beloved.” He whispered to her in Egyptian. Yugi chuckled as he heard this.
He walked over to his dark and placed a hand on his shoulder. “Relax Mou Hitori no Boku, she’ll be fine. The god cards accepted me as their bearer.” Yugi said, helping him carry her to a bed in the back of the plane. Yugi gently pulled back the deep amethyst and crimson ruby satin sheets, as Yami laid her on the bed. Yugi tucked her in and then pulled back the other side of the sheets.
“Aibou?” Yami asked a little confused.
“You look like you could use a rest too, Mou hitori no boku.” Yugi replied, noting the pharaoh’s haggard appearance. “Besides, wouldn’t you want to sleep next to your queen?” he chuckled impishly as a faint blush graced the pharaoh’s features. Yami got into the bed and snuggled into Anzu. “Thank you Aibou,” he sleepily replied while closing his eyes. Yugi tucked him in as well and gently gave the sleeping queen a light kiss on the cheek.
Smiling softly Yugi cast a protection seal over their room while closing the door.
=(O)=
In the back of the plane Mahado was teaching Mana a new spell.
“Master?” the brunette woman asked, “What is this spell supposed to do?” Mahado chuckled, “It’s for Anzu’s appearance.” He replied, “She may look beautiful right now, but apparently it isn’t appropriate for her to be traveling in her condition.” He tossed in a reagent. Mana picked up the book he was reading.
“It’s also to help ease labor pains, should they strike.” He added. Mana nodded, wondering if she should tell him her news. She shrugged it off as if it didn’t matter.
“Now, as I was saying…” he droned on in his monotone voice. “The Pharaoh’s queen should have this in her drink.”
Mana was peering out the windows, still amazed that they were in the sky.
=(O)=
A few hours later they landed.
“The Pan-global Duelist Kingdom Tournament proudly welcomes you to DFW. The weather here in Dallas is a hot 98 degrees. So try to stay cool and enjoy your stay in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex.” The pilot spoke over the loudspeaker.
Anzu stirred and was awarded with a kiss from Yami.
“I guess we’re here.” She said, still very sleepy. Yami nodded. Neither heard the seal break. He helped her to dress and assisted her off the plane.
=(O)=
A few hours later they were at the opening ceremonies.
Maximillion Pegasus strode to the high dais.
“Greetings fellow duelists and welcome to the city of Dallas. This tournament will hopefully make my other Duelist Kingdom look like a child’s toy.” Pegasus announced, his platinum hair shining in the spotlight, “Let’s get this started off by announcing the prize! For the winner gets an internship to I2 but more importantly the winner gets a chance to duel the King of Games, Yami Mutou. So Pharaoh-boy! Come up here and greet your fans!”
Yami shot him a look as he strode to the stage, as he walked onto the stage his clothes magically transformed into his pharonic raiment.
“As the King of all games, I wish each and every one of you the best of luck. May my opponent be chosen by the heart of the cards!” Yami stated And may Yugi duel them in my place. The Pharaoh silently added. He nodded his head regally at the roaring cheering crowd.
He and Pegasus locked eyes You don’t expect me to wear this in that duel do you? He asked. Pegasus shook his head Well, Pharaoh-boy, you are the king of games, so wear something royal. Yami stood at the mic. “As King let me introduce my court.” He said, motioning for his entourage to come forward.
“First is my beautiful queen, Queen Anzu Mutou.” Anzu blushed as she walked up to him, the same magic changing her outfit to match his. They kissed passionately. “Followed by my younger brother Prince Yugi Mutou. Last but not least my high priest Mahado and his wife high priestess Mana, otherwise known to you as Dark Magician and Dark Magician Girl.” The two magicians twirled their staves and cried “Dark Burning Magic Attack!” Fireworks sprang from the attack and marveled the crowd.
“You might see us at a few of your duels.” Mana announced happily, “My master and I will allow you to take pictures with us. Good Luck and Have fun!”
Once the announcements were over and the royal garment spell had worn off, the banquet began.
Yami and Anzu were seated at an exquisitely decorated table.
She ordered the prime rib, something of which she had an unknown craving for. Yami chuckled at her semi-ravenous state as he nibbled on a choice cut of beef.
As she ate, Anzu felt as if something was off. She wasn’t sure what it was, but after she had her second helping she felt a slight pain in her abdomen. It lasted but a minute and was gone. Her slight grimace didn’t go unnoticed by the three magical people with whom she was seated.
“Your Majesty?” Mana asked, “Are you ok?” Anzu nodded,
“I’m okay, Mana, it’s probably indigestion.” She replied, “I’ll be fine.” Yami, still a little unconvinced, walked over to the drink bar and poured her a cup of Sprite. He conjured up the potion bottle that Mana had given him. He slipped the liquid into her drink. Please let this work he silently whispered as the bottle disappeared into shadow magic.
He handed her the drink after sitting down. She drank it down without really asking what was in it.
=(O)=
A few minutes later, Mana found Anzu face down in the restroom heaving her guts out over the toilet. “Anzu-sama,” the magician stated, concern for her friend evident in her voice, “should I get Pharaoh-sama?” She held her hand a few millimeters away from her back and concentrated healing energy into her.
Anzu shook her head, thankful that it was Mana with her & not Yami. As much as she loved him passionately, she needed to have some girls’ time away. “Mana, he’s being way too overprotective. I know he’s concerned about me and our child, but always having someone watching over me? Or having some sort of shadow spell on me at all times? Sometime I wish I could shut off our mental link just for a few minutes. It’s driving me crazy!” she cried, grabbing some toilet paper and wiped the remnants off of her lips.
Anzu flushed the remains of her dinner away.
“Anzu-sama,” Mana said, surprised at her queen’s tone of voice. “he’s worried about you. According Master Mahado, Pharaoh-sama’s father was the same way when his queen bore him.”
Anzu was still irritated, “I’m going to give him a piece of my mind!” she hissed storming to the door. When she reached the doorknob, the sudden cramp from earlier returned. She doubled over in pain.
20 minutes. She mused it’s been that long? Looking at her watch, she felt something pass. She glanced downward and noticed the brownish-red spot between her legs.
=(O)=
Yami tried to seem interested in the conversations going on around him, but something was amiss. He felt something was wrong, things were proceeding way too quickly. He glanced at Mahado,
“Dark Magician,” he whispered, “what did you give my queen?!” Mahado conjured up the spell he was trying to teach Mana earlier.
Yami quickly scanned it, the banquet forgotten. “If this spell were to interact with any other spells, it will backfire, hastening the coming child.” The Eye of Horus glowing on his forehead.
“Go my king, for your queen’s time draws nigh!” he said. Yami took off in search of her.
=(O)=
Mana held Anzu close to her, trying to clean up the discharge. The discharge disappeared on its own.
“Anzu-sama, I’m taking you to the healers!” Mana stated, the playfulness gone from her voice.
She nodded, blushing slightly as her stomach growled. “Mana, I’m a little hungry.” She stated meekly. Mana chuckled, she conjured up a bag of healthy snacks. “Here,” she said handing Anzu a strawberry icepop. Anzu sucked on it, letting its coolness and flavor abate her hunger.
Once they managed to leave the hotel, and somehow evade a very concerned pharaoh, Mana summoned a taxi.
“Where to?” the driver asked not really paying attention to them.
“Take us to the nearest healers!” Mana commanded. “Quickly we must make haste!”
“Healers?” the driver asked “Sorry miss, but I don’t know where any “healers” are.”
Anzu grimaced as another yet longer and more intense contraction wracked her body. “My sister means the nearest hospital!” she cried out painfully.
The driver nodded and radioed the dispatcher. They raced through the city streets at quasi-lightning speed.
“How much do we owe you?” Anzu asked between breaths.
The driver shook his head. “Normally $10, but in your case, can you two autograph these pictures of Dark Magician Girl and Tea Gardner? My daughter is a huge fan of them and you two look like them. She’s competing in the tournament tomorrow. ”
Despite her pain Anzu smiled at Mana. “Sure,” Mana replied as they quickly autographed the photos. Mana handed the driver a couple of key chains. “Here, give these to her. These are good luck charms. Best of luck!”
The driver, overjoyed at getting something for his daughter nodded happily and returned to the hotel.
“How may we help you?” the on call nurse asked once Anzu waddled up to the front desk.
“I’m in labor!” Anzu cried, her face in a contorted grimace.
“She’s been having contractions for the past three hours. I’ve tried to help but I can’t ease her pain.” Mana added.
The nurse nodded and had Anzu fill out some paperwork. After that was taken care of she was rushed into a delivery suite.
“Anzu?!” the delivery nurse asked, “Is that you?” She nodded looking into her eyes.
“Serenity?” Anzu asked, “When did you start working here?”
“Today’s my first day as an intern. And well here I am”
Mana eyed the young redheaded nurse with caution. Anzu chuckled, the medicine Serenity had given her was starting to take effect.
“Serenity, meet Mana. She’s the real version of Dark Magician Girl. Mana, meet Serenity Wheeler, Joey’s little sister.” Anzu said finally able to relax.
The magician and the nurse shook hands.
“Actually, Anzu, it’s the soon to be Serenity Taylor.” The nurse said holding up her left hand.
The three women squeed over the news until Serenity’s supervisor entered the room.
“Serenity, did you get the necessary information?” she asked.
Serenity sweatdropped, “I’m sorry Miyuki-sempai”
Miyuki smiled, “It’s okay Serenity”
“Hello Anzu-san, my name is Miyuki. I’m Serenity’s supervisor.” The two women shook hands
“Now we just have to get some information and we’ll be all set.”
Anzu, with some help from Mana, gave them the needed info. Miyuki nodded to Serenity, “You stay here and keep watch over her. Let us know if anything happens.” She commanded,
Serenity nodded, Miyuki held her hands, “Don’t worry Serenity, you’ll do fine.”
=(O)=
Yami was on high alert borderline paranoia. He, Yugi, and Mahado had just left the hotel when the cab pulled up.
“Taxi!” Yugi cried waving frantically.
“Where to?” the driver asked.
“The nearest hospital!” Yugi cried. If I’m right, Mana will have taken her there, Mou Hitori no Boku.
“Step on it!” The Pharaoh commanded.
As they sped off down the freeway, Yugi noticed the keychains hanging from the rear-view mirror.
“We can trust him guys.” He said to the two magical Egyptians.
The driver glanced back in the rear-view mirror,
‘You!, You’re Yami & Yugi Mutou, the Kings of Games! Yeah, your queen & her sister Dark Magician Girl caught my cab a couple of hours ago.”
Mahado, eyeing the keychains hanging from the looking-glass , “Perhaps you would like a complete set as payment?” he asked halfway through a transformation. The driver nodded, spellbound that the Pharaoh of Games was in his cab. This is a story my daughter won’t believe. She dreams to become a card designer at I2.
“If she wins the tournament, she’ll be one step closer to her dream.” Yami whispered, hearing the man’s thoughts .
Yugi playfully posed for pictures as Mahado conjured up the keychains.
The driver thanked them profusely, before speeding off into the distance.
=(O)=
“OWW!” Anzu cried as somehow the pain came back. Mana left to pick something up from the gift shop.
“Dark Magician Girl!” A deep voice commanded, “Where is my queen!”
Mana flinched nervously. Setting the items down on the counter, she knelt before him.
“My Pharaoh!” she gasped kneeling before him as if in defense mode. Yami had his dueldisk battle ready on his arm.
“Forgive me Pharaoh-sama, but I felt that Anzu-sama needed to be in the best care possible.” She begged.
Yami shrouded the giftshop in Shadow Magic so that none would see the action.
Concern for Anzu was foremost on his mind. “How could you sneak her past me?” he asked, she gulped.
“I don’t know, Pharaoh-sama, all I know is that I had to.” She replied.
“Activate Spellbinding Circle!” he commanded as a circle of light formed around her, locking her to the floor.
Yami looked down at the now prostrate female magician. “Forgive me my pharaoh, but please you must not go to her. She is in the birthing chambers, a man may not enter!”
He silenced her with “Swords of Revealing Light”
He knelt next to her, holding her silent and still form close. He whispered in her ear, “Please, Mana, you must forgive me. I was out of control with worry for Anzuko. I know you did what you thought was best, but please understand I need to be with her during this time.” He set her gently back down on the floor. Placing his hand on the dueldisk, he cancelled the spells.
“Where is she?” he asked, much calmer. “Mana, please, take me to her!” Mana glanced at him,
“Pharaoh-sama,” she replied her voice regaining its playful quality. “Even though in our time it wasn’t permitted…” She cast a spell that had the path lit up by golden millennium eyes.
=(O)=
“Serenity, I don’t know if I can go on with this!” Anzu cried a little nervous, the medicines were wearing off too quickly. Serenity didn’t want to ask Miyuki for help.
There was a knock at the door, Serenity jumped nearly dropping the iv bag she was hooking up.
“Roomservice!” A familiar yet playful voice cried out.
“Mana!” Anzu cried, relieved to see that she was okay, Mana smiled at her, “I’ve brought a friend who just can’t seem to take no for an answer.”
She looked as nervous as Serenity had “Bring him in.” she whispered. No sooner than she said that, he was at her side.
“How are you feeling?” he asked, gently stroking her arm. She blushed, she searched her mind for any pain, to her surprise there was none.
“Better,” she smiled sitting up on the bed. Mana moved a chair next to the bed. She glanced over at Yami gesturing for the pharaoh to sit next to his love. He gratefully took the seat. And took her hand with his.
The scrubs clad king brought the hand he held to his lips. She blushed as he kissed it.
“Okay, everyone but Yami out! Let them have some privacy while they still can!” Serenity commanded. She walked over to where Anzu sat and whispered. “The hospital just got a new PlayStation with the Megaman Legends series of Games. It’s for the kids, but it should give you two something to do together. Just be sure to let her walk around some”
Once the prince and magicians returned to the hotel, Anzu got off the bed and with an ever doting pharaoh assisting her set up the PS2. She chuckled as he had to mentally ask Yugi for help in setting the PS2 up. He knew she would be bored watching him play, he had a twinkle in his eye as he said, “You’re the Digger. I’m your Spotter.”
She nodded, smiling at him. Taking the controller. She inserted the memory card into its slot.
In a world covered by endless water… the game began. Pretty soon the couple was engrossed in fighting reaverbots and solving the mystery of Kattelox Island.
=(O)=
“Our thoughts are with you, my Queen.” Mahado whispered as he snuggled into bed with his wife.
=(O)=
The next morning the tournament was in full swing. Duels were occurring all over the city. Pegasus & the royal court of games were flying over the city in his helicopter observing the duels.
Yugi half-watched the duels. “So, how is Anzu-girl, Yugi-boy?” Pegasus asked sipping his chardonnay. Yugi blushed, still gazing out the windows. “The Pharaoh isn’t letting her out of his sight. They played video games last night. Her contractions are still just over twenty minutes apart.”
tbc
Author: jz_l0ves-Atemu
Fandom: Yu-Gi-Oh!
Pairing: Yami no Yugi/Anzu Mazaki, Mahado/Mana
Rating: Older Teens
List and theme: 30kisses, #22 cradle
Disclaimer: disclaimers about Yu-Gi-Oh! are obvious, JZ_l0ves_Atemu is simply a fangirl of both Yami Yugi & the Yami/Anzu relationship. However the idea for this fic is mine. JZ-l0ves_Atemu does not own Megaman Legends, she does own a copy of the game and hasn’t beaten it yet.
Notes: AU, Yami defeated Yugi in the ceremonial duel and was awarded a body of his own. However he was also awarded with his two childhood friends Mahado and Mana. Yami & Anzu are married and have Yugi, Mahado & Mana living with them. Firelizards are from Dragonriders of Pern an excellent sci-fi series by Anne McCaffery. Megaman Legends is owned by Capcom.
Mana & Mahado view modern day items with an aincent Egyptian viewpoint.
Summary: Yami is the King of Games and along with the title comes the duty to defend it. So he and his gravid wife Anzu are in Dallas for the Industrial Illusions Pan-Global Duelist Tournement. Neither of them know when she’ll give birth.
“My queen, it’s too risky for you to travel so close to your due date.” Yami stated Anzu glared at him, “My Pharaoh, I don’t care! I’ve been your personal cheerleader since the beginning, and I’m not going to stop supporting you any time soon.” Anzu replied, “Where you go, I’ll follow, remember?” she asked. Yami nodded, inwardly sighing. Yugi Mutou sent across their mental link Yugi replied.
“Anzu, it’s too risky, what if flying causes your water to break?” Yami asked. She glared at him, and drug him out of the room by his uppermost spike.
“Look!” she hissed, “I love you, and I was with you at 99% of your duels. Even the guy who kidnapped me to use my body to house Pegasus’s soul said that ‘She’s the source of Yugi’s strength’ and I knew he meant you and not your former vessel.”
At the mention of Yakkou Tenma, Yami wrenched his hair out of her grasp and clenched her tightly to him, “If you come with me, I’ll have Mahado & Mana watch over you. In case something like that should happen. The only reason I’m participating in the tournament is because the prize is a duel against the King of Games. If that weren’t the case I would have declined going. Dueling is important to me, but you are more so.” He whispered into her ear. “However, Yugi can duel in my place, should anything happen to you and our unborn child.” He added letting one of his hands slip over her abdomen. Her cerulean eyes started to tear as she gazed into his amethyst orbs.
He assisted her into the private jet Pegasus had sent for them. Mahado & Mana marveled at the thought of flying in the jet.
“Don’t worry Pharaoh-boy,” Pegasus’s jovial yet annoying drawl sounded as they took their seats, “Should your lovely queen get sick, our medical facilities will take care of her.”
Yami sweatdropped while holding his queen close to him. For some reason he was on high alert. His innate shadow magic was warning him to protect his love.
“Pegasus,” Yugi’s lighter tenor voice spoke up, “what if Yami’s unable to duel? Can I duel in his place? I mean we look practically identical, and I can mimic his voice.”
The platinum haired one-eyed man stroked his chin thoughtfully, “Let’s see Yugi-boy, your ‘Ceremonial Duel’ was very close and if you had put “Monster Reborn” in the “Golden Sarcophagus” the Pharaoh wouldn’t be here holding his lovely Anzu-girl.” Yami glared at him, “Yes” the pharaoh hissed at him, “she is lovely, but Pegasus, she is mine don’t forget that!”
Anzu kissed him lightly on the cheek “My love,” she whispered “he’s only complementing me.” Her kiss helped to diffuse the tension that started to build. I am my beloved’s and he is mine. She thought silently.
Pegasus waved his hands in defeat, “Pharaoh-boy, please relax. Anzu-girl is your queen, Cecelia and I were at your wedding. Cecilia is my precious, and my darling. Thank you so very much for returning her to this world.” He chuckled softly, “although when she’s as pregnant as Anzu-girl is now, I’ll be just as protective as you are.” That news seemed to placate the King of all Games.
“But back to business, you and Yugi-boy are two of a kind and if you feel that you can’t duel the winner, then Yugi may duel for you.” Pegasus replied, grateful that the shadow powers within the Pharaoh had receded. “Just one question though”
“What is it?” Yami asked his tone forboding.
“oh, it’s just for the experience, but can little Yugi use the Egyptian God Cards?” Pegasus asked. “Also he has to look exactly & sound exactly like you.”
Yami reached for his deck, and drew the three god cards. He held the cards against his heart and bowed his head, closing his eyes. The cards glowed for a few minutes as miniatures of the three great beasts appeared in front of him as if in an unspoken agreement that their true sizes would destroy the jet and leave no survivors. He stared at them silently, as if asking with his heart. The three chibi beasts nodded, motioning for Yugi to come forth. The diminutive game king scooted closer to them and at their unspoken command reached out to touch them with his right hand.
He grimaced in pain as lightning-style streams of red, yellow and blue light were absorbed into his skin.
The three chibi beasts looked into each others’ eyes almost as if considering his request. Chibi Slypher went airborne and circled around the plane’s interior as Chibi Ra squawked
“My Pharaoh,” the golden fire-lizard spoke, his voice still held a regal quality to it. “While you control Us with your soul, We will allow your chosen heir to carry Us in his deck. For he has passed Our test.”
Yugi bowed his head in gratefulness. Ra flew over and perched on his shoulder. “Young prince,” He whispered “stay with the Pharaoh. For I feel you will need to duel in his place.” The golden firelizard playfully butted his head against his cheek and vanished along with the other two god monsters.
Yugi glanced over at Yami. Anzu had fallen asleep cradled in his lap. Yami softly kissed the top of her head. “Sleep, my beloved.” He whispered to her in Egyptian. Yugi chuckled as he heard this.
He walked over to his dark and placed a hand on his shoulder. “Relax Mou Hitori no Boku, she’ll be fine. The god cards accepted me as their bearer.” Yugi said, helping him carry her to a bed in the back of the plane. Yugi gently pulled back the deep amethyst and crimson ruby satin sheets, as Yami laid her on the bed. Yugi tucked her in and then pulled back the other side of the sheets.
“Aibou?” Yami asked a little confused.
“You look like you could use a rest too, Mou hitori no boku.” Yugi replied, noting the pharaoh’s haggard appearance. “Besides, wouldn’t you want to sleep next to your queen?” he chuckled impishly as a faint blush graced the pharaoh’s features. Yami got into the bed and snuggled into Anzu. “Thank you Aibou,” he sleepily replied while closing his eyes. Yugi tucked him in as well and gently gave the sleeping queen a light kiss on the cheek.
Smiling softly Yugi cast a protection seal over their room while closing the door.
=(O)=
In the back of the plane Mahado was teaching Mana a new spell.
“Master?” the brunette woman asked, “What is this spell supposed to do?” Mahado chuckled, “It’s for Anzu’s appearance.” He replied, “She may look beautiful right now, but apparently it isn’t appropriate for her to be traveling in her condition.” He tossed in a reagent. Mana picked up the book he was reading.
“It’s also to help ease labor pains, should they strike.” He added. Mana nodded, wondering if she should tell him her news. She shrugged it off as if it didn’t matter.
“Now, as I was saying…” he droned on in his monotone voice. “The Pharaoh’s queen should have this in her drink.”
Mana was peering out the windows, still amazed that they were in the sky.
=(O)=
A few hours later they landed.
“The Pan-global Duelist Kingdom Tournament proudly welcomes you to DFW. The weather here in Dallas is a hot 98 degrees. So try to stay cool and enjoy your stay in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex.” The pilot spoke over the loudspeaker.
Anzu stirred and was awarded with a kiss from Yami.
“I guess we’re here.” She said, still very sleepy. Yami nodded. Neither heard the seal break. He helped her to dress and assisted her off the plane.
=(O)=
A few hours later they were at the opening ceremonies.
Maximillion Pegasus strode to the high dais.
“Greetings fellow duelists and welcome to the city of Dallas. This tournament will hopefully make my other Duelist Kingdom look like a child’s toy.” Pegasus announced, his platinum hair shining in the spotlight, “Let’s get this started off by announcing the prize! For the winner gets an internship to I2 but more importantly the winner gets a chance to duel the King of Games, Yami Mutou. So Pharaoh-boy! Come up here and greet your fans!”
Yami shot him a look as he strode to the stage, as he walked onto the stage his clothes magically transformed into his pharonic raiment.
“As the King of all games, I wish each and every one of you the best of luck. May my opponent be chosen by the heart of the cards!” Yami stated And may Yugi duel them in my place. The Pharaoh silently added. He nodded his head regally at the roaring cheering crowd.
He and Pegasus locked eyes You don’t expect me to wear this in that duel do you? He asked. Pegasus shook his head Well, Pharaoh-boy, you are the king of games, so wear something royal. Yami stood at the mic. “As King let me introduce my court.” He said, motioning for his entourage to come forward.
“First is my beautiful queen, Queen Anzu Mutou.” Anzu blushed as she walked up to him, the same magic changing her outfit to match his. They kissed passionately. “Followed by my younger brother Prince Yugi Mutou. Last but not least my high priest Mahado and his wife high priestess Mana, otherwise known to you as Dark Magician and Dark Magician Girl.” The two magicians twirled their staves and cried “Dark Burning Magic Attack!” Fireworks sprang from the attack and marveled the crowd.
“You might see us at a few of your duels.” Mana announced happily, “My master and I will allow you to take pictures with us. Good Luck and Have fun!”
Once the announcements were over and the royal garment spell had worn off, the banquet began.
Yami and Anzu were seated at an exquisitely decorated table.
She ordered the prime rib, something of which she had an unknown craving for. Yami chuckled at her semi-ravenous state as he nibbled on a choice cut of beef.
As she ate, Anzu felt as if something was off. She wasn’t sure what it was, but after she had her second helping she felt a slight pain in her abdomen. It lasted but a minute and was gone. Her slight grimace didn’t go unnoticed by the three magical people with whom she was seated.
“Your Majesty?” Mana asked, “Are you ok?” Anzu nodded,
“I’m okay, Mana, it’s probably indigestion.” She replied, “I’ll be fine.” Yami, still a little unconvinced, walked over to the drink bar and poured her a cup of Sprite. He conjured up the potion bottle that Mana had given him. He slipped the liquid into her drink. Please let this work he silently whispered as the bottle disappeared into shadow magic.
He handed her the drink after sitting down. She drank it down without really asking what was in it.
=(O)=
A few minutes later, Mana found Anzu face down in the restroom heaving her guts out over the toilet. “Anzu-sama,” the magician stated, concern for her friend evident in her voice, “should I get Pharaoh-sama?” She held her hand a few millimeters away from her back and concentrated healing energy into her.
Anzu shook her head, thankful that it was Mana with her & not Yami. As much as she loved him passionately, she needed to have some girls’ time away. “Mana, he’s being way too overprotective. I know he’s concerned about me and our child, but always having someone watching over me? Or having some sort of shadow spell on me at all times? Sometime I wish I could shut off our mental link just for a few minutes. It’s driving me crazy!” she cried, grabbing some toilet paper and wiped the remnants off of her lips.
Anzu flushed the remains of her dinner away.
“Anzu-sama,” Mana said, surprised at her queen’s tone of voice. “he’s worried about you. According Master Mahado, Pharaoh-sama’s father was the same way when his queen bore him.”
Anzu was still irritated, “I’m going to give him a piece of my mind!” she hissed storming to the door. When she reached the doorknob, the sudden cramp from earlier returned. She doubled over in pain.
20 minutes. She mused it’s been that long? Looking at her watch, she felt something pass. She glanced downward and noticed the brownish-red spot between her legs.
=(O)=
Yami tried to seem interested in the conversations going on around him, but something was amiss. He felt something was wrong, things were proceeding way too quickly. He glanced at Mahado,
“Dark Magician,” he whispered, “what did you give my queen?!” Mahado conjured up the spell he was trying to teach Mana earlier.
Yami quickly scanned it, the banquet forgotten. “If this spell were to interact with any other spells, it will backfire, hastening the coming child.” The Eye of Horus glowing on his forehead.
“Go my king, for your queen’s time draws nigh!” he said. Yami took off in search of her.
=(O)=
Mana held Anzu close to her, trying to clean up the discharge. The discharge disappeared on its own.
“Anzu-sama, I’m taking you to the healers!” Mana stated, the playfulness gone from her voice.
She nodded, blushing slightly as her stomach growled. “Mana, I’m a little hungry.” She stated meekly. Mana chuckled, she conjured up a bag of healthy snacks. “Here,” she said handing Anzu a strawberry icepop. Anzu sucked on it, letting its coolness and flavor abate her hunger.
Once they managed to leave the hotel, and somehow evade a very concerned pharaoh, Mana summoned a taxi.
“Where to?” the driver asked not really paying attention to them.
“Take us to the nearest healers!” Mana commanded. “Quickly we must make haste!”
“Healers?” the driver asked “Sorry miss, but I don’t know where any “healers” are.”
Anzu grimaced as another yet longer and more intense contraction wracked her body. “My sister means the nearest hospital!” she cried out painfully.
The driver nodded and radioed the dispatcher. They raced through the city streets at quasi-lightning speed.
“How much do we owe you?” Anzu asked between breaths.
The driver shook his head. “Normally $10, but in your case, can you two autograph these pictures of Dark Magician Girl and Tea Gardner? My daughter is a huge fan of them and you two look like them. She’s competing in the tournament tomorrow. ”
Despite her pain Anzu smiled at Mana. “Sure,” Mana replied as they quickly autographed the photos. Mana handed the driver a couple of key chains. “Here, give these to her. These are good luck charms. Best of luck!”
The driver, overjoyed at getting something for his daughter nodded happily and returned to the hotel.
“How may we help you?” the on call nurse asked once Anzu waddled up to the front desk.
“I’m in labor!” Anzu cried, her face in a contorted grimace.
“She’s been having contractions for the past three hours. I’ve tried to help but I can’t ease her pain.” Mana added.
The nurse nodded and had Anzu fill out some paperwork. After that was taken care of she was rushed into a delivery suite.
“Anzu?!” the delivery nurse asked, “Is that you?” She nodded looking into her eyes.
“Serenity?” Anzu asked, “When did you start working here?”
“Today’s my first day as an intern. And well here I am”
Mana eyed the young redheaded nurse with caution. Anzu chuckled, the medicine Serenity had given her was starting to take effect.
“Serenity, meet Mana. She’s the real version of Dark Magician Girl. Mana, meet Serenity Wheeler, Joey’s little sister.” Anzu said finally able to relax.
The magician and the nurse shook hands.
“Actually, Anzu, it’s the soon to be Serenity Taylor.” The nurse said holding up her left hand.
The three women squeed over the news until Serenity’s supervisor entered the room.
“Serenity, did you get the necessary information?” she asked.
Serenity sweatdropped, “I’m sorry Miyuki-sempai”
Miyuki smiled, “It’s okay Serenity”
“Hello Anzu-san, my name is Miyuki. I’m Serenity’s supervisor.” The two women shook hands
“Now we just have to get some information and we’ll be all set.”
Anzu, with some help from Mana, gave them the needed info. Miyuki nodded to Serenity, “You stay here and keep watch over her. Let us know if anything happens.” She commanded,
Serenity nodded, Miyuki held her hands, “Don’t worry Serenity, you’ll do fine.”
=(O)=
Yami was on high alert borderline paranoia. He, Yugi, and Mahado had just left the hotel when the cab pulled up.
“Taxi!” Yugi cried waving frantically.
“Where to?” the driver asked.
“The nearest hospital!” Yugi cried. If I’m right, Mana will have taken her there, Mou Hitori no Boku.
“Step on it!” The Pharaoh commanded.
As they sped off down the freeway, Yugi noticed the keychains hanging from the rear-view mirror.
“We can trust him guys.” He said to the two magical Egyptians.
The driver glanced back in the rear-view mirror,
‘You!, You’re Yami & Yugi Mutou, the Kings of Games! Yeah, your queen & her sister Dark Magician Girl caught my cab a couple of hours ago.”
Mahado, eyeing the keychains hanging from the looking-glass , “Perhaps you would like a complete set as payment?” he asked halfway through a transformation. The driver nodded, spellbound that the Pharaoh of Games was in his cab. This is a story my daughter won’t believe. She dreams to become a card designer at I2.
“If she wins the tournament, she’ll be one step closer to her dream.” Yami whispered, hearing the man’s thoughts .
Yugi playfully posed for pictures as Mahado conjured up the keychains.
The driver thanked them profusely, before speeding off into the distance.
=(O)=
“OWW!” Anzu cried as somehow the pain came back. Mana left to pick something up from the gift shop.
“Dark Magician Girl!” A deep voice commanded, “Where is my queen!”
Mana flinched nervously. Setting the items down on the counter, she knelt before him.
“My Pharaoh!” she gasped kneeling before him as if in defense mode. Yami had his dueldisk battle ready on his arm.
“Forgive me Pharaoh-sama, but I felt that Anzu-sama needed to be in the best care possible.” She begged.
Yami shrouded the giftshop in Shadow Magic so that none would see the action.
Concern for Anzu was foremost on his mind. “How could you sneak her past me?” he asked, she gulped.
“I don’t know, Pharaoh-sama, all I know is that I had to.” She replied.
“Activate Spellbinding Circle!” he commanded as a circle of light formed around her, locking her to the floor.
Yami looked down at the now prostrate female magician. “Forgive me my pharaoh, but please you must not go to her. She is in the birthing chambers, a man may not enter!”
He silenced her with “Swords of Revealing Light”
He knelt next to her, holding her silent and still form close. He whispered in her ear, “Please, Mana, you must forgive me. I was out of control with worry for Anzuko. I know you did what you thought was best, but please understand I need to be with her during this time.” He set her gently back down on the floor. Placing his hand on the dueldisk, he cancelled the spells.
“Where is she?” he asked, much calmer. “Mana, please, take me to her!” Mana glanced at him,
“Pharaoh-sama,” she replied her voice regaining its playful quality. “Even though in our time it wasn’t permitted…” She cast a spell that had the path lit up by golden millennium eyes.
=(O)=
“Serenity, I don’t know if I can go on with this!” Anzu cried a little nervous, the medicines were wearing off too quickly. Serenity didn’t want to ask Miyuki for help.
There was a knock at the door, Serenity jumped nearly dropping the iv bag she was hooking up.
“Roomservice!” A familiar yet playful voice cried out.
“Mana!” Anzu cried, relieved to see that she was okay, Mana smiled at her, “I’ve brought a friend who just can’t seem to take no for an answer.”
She looked as nervous as Serenity had “Bring him in.” she whispered. No sooner than she said that, he was at her side.
“How are you feeling?” he asked, gently stroking her arm. She blushed, she searched her mind for any pain, to her surprise there was none.
“Better,” she smiled sitting up on the bed. Mana moved a chair next to the bed. She glanced over at Yami gesturing for the pharaoh to sit next to his love. He gratefully took the seat. And took her hand with his.
The scrubs clad king brought the hand he held to his lips. She blushed as he kissed it.
“Okay, everyone but Yami out! Let them have some privacy while they still can!” Serenity commanded. She walked over to where Anzu sat and whispered. “The hospital just got a new PlayStation with the Megaman Legends series of Games. It’s for the kids, but it should give you two something to do together. Just be sure to let her walk around some”
Once the prince and magicians returned to the hotel, Anzu got off the bed and with an ever doting pharaoh assisting her set up the PS2. She chuckled as he had to mentally ask Yugi for help in setting the PS2 up. He knew she would be bored watching him play, he had a twinkle in his eye as he said, “You’re the Digger. I’m your Spotter.”
She nodded, smiling at him. Taking the controller. She inserted the memory card into its slot.
In a world covered by endless water… the game began. Pretty soon the couple was engrossed in fighting reaverbots and solving the mystery of Kattelox Island.
=(O)=
“Our thoughts are with you, my Queen.” Mahado whispered as he snuggled into bed with his wife.
=(O)=
The next morning the tournament was in full swing. Duels were occurring all over the city. Pegasus & the royal court of games were flying over the city in his helicopter observing the duels.
Yugi half-watched the duels. “So, how is Anzu-girl, Yugi-boy?” Pegasus asked sipping his chardonnay. Yugi blushed, still gazing out the windows. “The Pharaoh isn’t letting her out of his sight. They played video games last night. Her contractions are still just over twenty minutes apart.”
tbc