A Funny Thing Happened on V-day
Chapter 5
"If somebody doesn't tell me what's going on right now, I'm gonna lose it!" Joey cried at the top of his lungs, clutching the bed sheet tightly over him.
Just then, he felt something stir under the sheets. His amber eyes peered downward and saw Kaiba's eyes slowly open. His lips formed a loving smile as he hugged the blond haired teen, "Good morning, my little puppy."
"What the hell are you doing Moneybags; get off of me!" Joey said angrily, pushing away from the other which made him fall off the edge of the bed.
The confused brunet watched as the other scrambled to his feet and wrapped his silk bed sheet tightly around his body. Joey glared at the taller as he cried, "You got a lot of nerve doing this ta me, rich boy!"
"What are you talking about, this is what you wanted."
"What gave ya dat ridiculous idea?"
"Well," the two teens turned to Mokuba as he continued, "I see that you two have a lot talk about so, later!" The ebony haired kid immediately walked out of the room and shut the door despite the angry yelling he heard from Joey. Onyx eyes peered at the black cat in his arms, "Anju, what's going on; why is Joey acting like he doesn't remember what happened yesterday?"
Anju hopped out of the child's arms, landing on her feet, "Remember when I said I hope nothing bad came out of this?"
"Yeah?"
"I think that I might have jinxed it."
"What do you mean?"
"Well last night, I looked over that label to that arrow that I shot your brother with and I came across a warning notice which stated, 'If the target's love interest contains any feelings of denial towards the target, then the magic only lasts for a day.'"
"So, you're saying that…"
"Because of Joey's denial towards liking your brother, the magic from your brother's kiss only lasted for a day. Once it wore off, any memory of what happened after your brother kissed him is gone; it's like nothing ever happened."
"Oh no this is terrible; now Seto is going to be heartbroken." Mokuba said with worry and concern.
"All is not lost kiddo." the cat added as Mokuba stared at her with a befuddled look on his face, "The magic on Joey may have been extinguished, but not the magic placed on your brother."
"Okay Anju, now I'm really confused."
"You see kiddo, the arrow that I shot your brother was created with the powers of three love angels, mine included."
The ebony haired kid sat on his knees before asking his friend, "What exactly is your power, Anju?"
"Well mine is what I call a "love boost". My arrows bring out the love that my target possesses for their love interest when they are too scared to do confess to their crush. The power of my arrows last as long as my target's love for their crush does."
"Wow that's amazing; I thought that all love angels had the same type of power as Cupid."
"Oh no; each love angel's magic and weapon is different than the other. It would be utter chaos if all of our powers were the same as my uncle's. The only relation all of us have is that our magical abilities are centered on one thing, and that's love."
"So what's going to happen now; are you going to shoot Joey with your arrow?"
The love angel shook her head, "No, it doesn't work out that way; once a human has come into contact with any type of magic from a love angel, our magic is ineffective. The only way that those two can possibly get together, is for your brother to do what he should've done in the beginning."
"You mean that Seto has to tell Joey how he truly feels about him?"
"Not just tell him kiddo; he needs to declare is uttermost feelings for him. You see my friend, love is a powerful thing. Here's something you need to always remember, if you truly love someone, you have to show them with your words. They need to feel your love through your words." Anju said as she walked away from the child.
"I guess it's up to you now, Seto." Mokuba sighed as he stared at his brother's bedroom door, "Good luck, big bro."
In the young CEO's room, there was utter silence that filled the room after Kaiba explained what happened yesterday. Joey's amber eyes were the size of dinner plates, "S-S-So you and I…d-d-did…?"
"Yes, we did."
The blond didn't utter another word after what he just heard. His mind was taking time to process it. He simply put on his clothes and shoes and headed towards the door. "Puppy, where are you going?" the brunet asked.
"Where do ya think, I'm going home." Joey replied as he turned the knob yet the door didn't open. 'What the heck is wrong wit this thing.'
Downstairs, Mokuba was preparing him and Anju (back in her angel form) some breakfast till a thought struck him. "You know, I'm surprised that Joey hasn't stormed out of here, raging mad yet."
The pink wearing angel diverted he eyes as she smiled nervously, "Um…yes, isn't that convenient." she said feigning innocence.
The ebony haired child narrowed his eyes at the angel, "Anju, did you lock Joey up against his will with my brother again?"
"…No…" Anju replied lying through her teeth.
"Anju…" Mokuba said in a warning tone.
"Hey, I'm doing them a favor; your brother won't get the chance to tell Joey how he feels if he storms out of the house right?"
"I guess, but…"
"Trust me kiddo, it's going to work. If your brother pours his heart and soul into his confession, love will find a way to bloom."
"I hope your right…" Mokuba said wishing with all his might that it were true.
"What's up with this stupid thing!" the blond cried as he tried to open the door with all the strength he could muster.
At that moment, Joey felt two arms wrap around his waist. He froze for a bit as he heard the taller beg, "Don't leave me puppy, please."
The blond pulled away from Kaiba's embrace and had his back facing the door. He stared at him with angry yet confused eyes, "Would ya stop dat?"
"Stop what?"
"You know what; dis joke has gone too far. Aren't you through making fun of me already?"
Sapphire eyes widened as the other's response. "I'm not making fun of you Joey; I really do like you."
Joey just huffed at the other's words, "You expect me to believe dat. I've known you for a long time and during that time, you have always made me miserable. You call me those stupid dog names and make me feel as though I'm no betta than dirt." The brunet saw the smaller's eyes brimming with tears. He watched as the salt water drops cascaded down his cheeks like a waterfall. Kaiba felt a sharp pang in his heart as he watched his puppy cry and continue, "and now you're sayin that you actually like me, ha!'
It really hurt the young CEO to hear how much he had hurt his love. He reached out for the other's hand and held it in his. The brunet stared at the blond with sympathetic eyes, "I'm so sorry that I hurt you like that."
"Liar!" Joey cried loudly as he turned his head to the side so he couldn't look at the taller.
"I'm not lying, puppy; you have to believe me."
"Well I don't, so why don't you just…"At that moment, Joey felt the other embrace him. "Lemme go, rich boy!" the blond said trying to break free.
"Not until you listen to me." Kaiba replied trying to hold on to his puppy despite him trying to escape his embrace.
"And why should I?"
"Because it's really important. I'm really sorry that I've been hurting you all this time and I'm not just saying that, I truly am."
There was a brief moment of silence before Joey spoke in a calm yet curious voice, "I never did anything to you. There were times where I wanted to try and become your friend, and yet you ridicule me. Why would you do that to me?"
Kaiba released the blond from his embrace as he began to explain, "Well, I'm not really known for expressing my true feelings. The reason I made fun of you so much was because I was able to talk to you. I knew the things I said hurt you, but I didn't think it hurt you so much. There were time where I just wanted to stop the teasing, but the words just came out. I couldn't help it."
Joey was speechless at this point. He really didn't know how to respond to what the taller just told him. Before the blond could even utter a word, he saw the other do something he never thought he would. He watched as Kaiba got down on one knee and took his hand in his, "Joey Wheeler," the blond's amber eyes met molten sapphire as the young CEO continued, "I am down on my knee to say that I'm truly sorry for all of the hurtful things that I have said to you over the years. I want you to at least hear me as I say this. I don't just like you, I love you with all my heart. You don't have to return my feelings; after the disputes we've been through, I wouldn't be surprised if you didn't. I just wanted to let you know how I truly feel about you."
There was nothing but silence throughout the room after the brunet pronounced his confession. Joey felt his cheeks grow bright red at those words and how Kaiba was staring at him with such affection. He turned his head to the side feeling flustered, "I never knew ya felt that way about me. I woulda understood if ya just told me that you did that because you liked me."
The young CEO rose to his feet, "I know and I wanted to, but I was afraid to because I had a good idea of how you felt about me already and I didn't want to face rejection."
"Yeah, I probably wouldn't have given ya time ta explain. So uh…." Joey's cheeks began to turn bright red again.
"What is it?" the brunet asked his crush.
"Well…what is it that ya like about me?"
A loving smile arose on Kaiba's face as he answered, "I like your positive attitude, your bright smile, how you make me laugh, and your fiery personality, how you're able to be yourself without ego getting in the way, your soft blond hair, but do you know what I love most about you?"
Joey shook his head, "No, what?"
"I love your warm amber eyes and how they warm my heart and soul whenever I gaze upon them." the brunet replied.
The blond lowered his head as his blond bangs fell over his eyes. His face was as red as apples as his lips formed a shy smile, "Wow, those are the sweetest things that anyone has eva said to me." Joey began twiddling his thumbs, "and I guess I have always had a soft spot for you too even when we fought."
Kaiba's eyes widened at the other's confession, "Really?"
"Well yeah, but I began to deny it because I thought that you didn't like me. Despite that, there was always a feeling deep inside of me that hoped that I was wrong."
The sapphire eyed teen smirked lovingly as he walked over to his puppy and wrapped his free arm around the other's slim waist. Joey looked up and met shimmering blue orbs, "So tell me puppy, what is it that you like about me?"
"Uh…well, I like your confidence, determination, how you excel at everything you do no matter how tough it is, how you care so much for your brother and how you're willing to do anything for him, and I admirer how strong willed you are."
The brunet smiled at his love before kissing him chastely on the cheek, "Why thank you; so what do you say Joey, would you like to go out with me?"
Amber eyes widened in surprise at the taller's question for a brief moment till a smile arose on his face. "Sure why not, you probably wouldn't last another day without me anyway."
The smirk on Kaiba's face grew wider, "Oh really?"
"Uh yeah, I mean after all I am irresistible." Joey replied proudly.
"I can't argue with that." the young CEO said as he and his puppy laughed happily in unison. Then they both leaned into each other and shared a hot, loving kiss.
In the kitchen, Mokuba and Anju were cleaning up after their meal till Anju heard soft, melodious harp music sound in her head. Her lips formed a small smile as she said, "Well, that's a lovely development."
"What is, Anju?" the ebony haired child asked as he was putting away the dishes.
"It appears that your brother has gained a new boyfriend."
Onyx eyes widened at the violet eyed angel's words. "Really?" he asked happily as the other nodded, "How do you know?"
"Well, when a love angel's mission has been completed, we hear a lovely musical tone in our heads."
"This is awesome; Seto and Joey are finally together and it's all thanks to you, Anju!"
"Aw kiddo, I can't take all the credit; I couldn't have done it without you." the pink wearing angel rose her cup of juice up and said, "Cheers to love conquering all!"
Mokuba smiled as he rose his cup up as well, "Right back at ya!"
The both of them knocked their cups together and said, "Cheers!" before drinking their beverages.
Later that night, Mokuba walked into his room from his bathroom after changing into his green pajamas and brushing his teeth. At that moment, he noticed Anju sitting on his balcony's stone rail staring at the starlit sky. He walked out on his balcony to join her, "Hey Anju, what are you up to?"
The ebony haired angel turned to the young child with a sad smile, "Kiddo, it's time for me to head on home."
"So soon?"
"Yes; once my mission is complete, I have to leave that same night. It's the rule I'm afraid."
"But Anju…" Mokuba embraced the love angel's waist as his eyes began to water, "I don't want you to go!"
Anju returned the child's hug, "I don't want to leave either, but I have to. I'm really going to miss you Mokuba. I want you to know that I've enjoyed the time we've spent together."
"Me too."
They both released other and wiped their eyes of their tears, "Don't think of this as goodbye kiddo," Anju began with a smile, "just so long. I mean who knows, I may be called upon again to help you get your special someone."
"Just as long as you triple check your arrows before you start."
"Right." the pink haired angel said running her fingers through her black tresses. She and the child laughed in unison. Then Anju raised her white swan like wings to prepare for takeoff, "Well, it's time; you take care kiddo and keep an eye on those two for me."
"Oh I will." Mokuba replied.
Anju's wings began to flap as she was lifted off the balcony. She floated in mid air and stared at the black haired kid, "I hope we meet each other again someday, Mokuba."
"I hope so too." the onyx eyed child said with a smile.
"Bye kiddo." the purple eyed angel said as she flew off into the sparkling night sky.
"Bye bye Anju; take care!" Mokuba called out to her as she disappeared in the stars.
While Mokuba was leaning on the balcony rail staring at the sky, he heard his bedroom door open. He turned and saw his brother come in and join him on the balcony, "Mokie, I thought that you were sleeping already."
"Oh hey Seto; I was just looking at the stars before I go to sleep."
The young CEO stared up at the sky as well, admiring its shimmering beauty, "It certainly is a lovely view."
The younger Kaiba nodded in agreement then turned to the taller. "So Seto, how are things?" Mokuba asked knowing full well what was going on with his brother.
"Well, my puppy and I are finally together which I am truly grateful for. You know something Mokuba, you were right; Valentine's Day can be great day."
"I am really happy for you, Seto. I'm glad that you and Joey finally got together."
"Thanks kiddo." the brunet replied as he ruffled his brother's black hair getting laughs in return. "We should be getting some sleep now."
"Aw Seto, can I enjoy the stars for a little while longer?" the younger sibling begged with a puppy dog look.
"Oh alright, but just for a little while then straight to bed."
"Okay."
"Good night Mokuba." Kaiba said before heading out of his brother's room.
"Good night Seto." Mokuba said.
Once his door was closed, the black haired kid stared up at the starlit sky with a grateful smile on his face. "Thank you Anju, for everything." he said. Just then, he saw a light pink falling star shoot across the diamond sky. Mokuba's eyes widened in awe as recognized the color instantly. A bright smile arose on his face as he continued to gaze at the stars.
The End
A/N: WHOO! I finally finished this story! I'm sorry for the long wait, but I hope you enjoyed the ending of it. Make sure to review and let me know what you think! Tune in for new stories and updates! Thanks for reading; stay cool my peeps!