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Love, Lies and Lipstick	By : lostintheheartland Category: Yu-Gi-Oh > Yaoi - Male/Male Views: 5850 -:- Recommendations : 1 -:- Currently Reading : 2
Disclaimer: I don't own Yugioh or it's characters. I do not make any profit from this story. I do own my own characters and the work therein.

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Title: LOVE, LIPSTICK, and LIES

Author: Maggiemay with tons of help

Muse: Mofaf1

Betas: Mofaf1, Wicabeth, Lorrainellt, Puppys_Seahorse

Pairing: Oh Kami don’t ask. Way too convoluted. Seto/Jou primarily.

Rating: Definitely Mature. NC-17

Spoilers: End Of Series

Disclaimer: I don’t own YGO or make any money from this fic.

Warnings: CROSS DRESSING, HET (sort of), OC’s, INCEST (NOT OUR BISHIES), MINOR CHARACTER DEATH (Not OUR BISHIES).

Extra special notice: This story is complete and posted in it's entirety on the yahoo group Little Dragon. I am re-posting this story here at the request of a friend.

Summary: Seto needs a new Administrative Liason. As a publicity stunt Kaiba Corp holds a kind of The Apprentice meets Joe Millionaire contest. Jou wants that job. With the help of a fairy god ‘Auntie’ with a tarnished halo, he enters the contest. This is that tale.

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At seven thirty Joie contacted each of her guests. Matashi-san was a Kaiba Corporation executive who came to inspect the facilities. Ameho, an older woman with sharp eyes and a sharper tongue, claimed to be here to visit with her son’s family. The Chou family, a banker, his two sons, and sweet little girl were on vacation, their first since the passing of the children’s mother. They had moved into another hotel while their room was restored after an unexplained flood and had just moved back in that afternoon. Pegasus, and of course Kaiba’s orphans.

Matashi requested that he not be disturbed as he would be going out and not returning until late. Ameho requested a bottle of claret and an eight A.M. massage. Female masseuse because she didn’t want a strange man feeling her up. The Chou family requested an early wake up call and enquired as to the possibility of another room tomorrow, one adjoining their current accommodations. She didn’t know but she told them she would have an answer in the morning. Pegasus simply asked for a bottle of red wine and some red satin pajama’s be sent up. “They lost my luggage my dear. Size large please, I like to have lots of room.” She placed the orders and told him the estimated time they should arrive. “Oh very good my dear, very good. Thank you and have a good night.” There was no answer in suite 9669 and Kaiba was no longer in any of the common areas. Joie sighed and continued to hunt. It was two minutes after eight when she gave up. With a sigh she checked one final time to make sure everything was in order for her guests and turned off her Blackberry.

She was about halfway back to her hotel when a security guard approached her. "You are Kawai Joie?"

"Yes? Is there a problem?" Joie's heart beat fast at the possibilities. When one had a secret as big as this one it was always paramount in their mind. The fear didn’t fade with the guard spoke rapidly into his radio.

“I don’t know Miss. Kaiba-sama is on his way. He wants to speak to you.”

“I see.” Fighting down panic Joie clasped her hands at her waist and waited. The five minutes she stood there felt like five eons, but finally Kaiba strode up the path towards them. “You wanted to see me Kaiba-sama?”

He nodded curtly to the guard. The uniformed man melted into the darkness. “Yes. I have a problem I need your assistance with. The boys have been sent back to the orphanage. But the girls have done nothing wrong. When it was all of them it was appropriate that I would chaperone them, but now I have need of a female chaperone.”

Joie flipped on her pda and began to scroll through the selections. There were none available for the entire night. The best that could be done was an older lady who lived a mile away who could baby-sit until midnight. “There are none available Kaiba-sama.”

“I know that. I’m asking you to return with me to the Empire and stay with them tonight.”

“I...am honored but I ... my aunt is waiting for me. I had planned to ...”

“You are turning me down?” Seto couldn’t believe she would have the nerve. Didn’t she realize he would disqualify her from the job for doing so?

“N...no Kaiba-sama. I am saying that I have not eaten lunch or dinner, nor have I had a break since seven thirty this morning. My aunt is waiting for me. I would like to eat a meal and tell my aunt of the change of plans. Perhaps two hours. There is someone available for that amount of time and I see no conflict with the plan.” Joie held her breath. She knew Kaiba could be an unreasonable jerk and this may cause the end of this adventure.

Blue eyes pierced the dimly lit darkness searching her gaze for a moment. “I thought you had eaten with the girls. Take two hours. I will see you back at the Empire.” He hesitated for a moment, a pained look crossing his face. “What you said earlier, to the girls, good job.”

Joie restrained the grin that wanted to cross her face. No wonder Kaiba looked constipated. It was a good bet that it was as rare as ice in hell for him to say a nice word. “Thank you Kaiba-sama.” She bowed and turned away, striding quickly towards the smaller hotel. It struck Seto that he was always watching her walk away. She was unlike most women he knew because she seemed to anticipate getting away from him. He wondered why that irritated him. It was another puzzle to discuss with Matashi and Aishira.

Marcelle sat in the lobby waiting for his quarry to arrive. He knew she hadn’t because he’d asked around. He was rewarded for his patience when the bright golden beauty entered at a brisk pace. He intercepted her at the elevators. “Joie, how was your day?”

The blond barely glanced at him. “Long. Are you going up?”

“Yeah, sure. I’m goin’ where you are. I thought we’d get dinner together.” Marcelle’s voice was loud in the suddenly hushed lobby. Everyone but the two waiting on the elevator noticed the entrance of Kaiba Seto.

“That is kind of you but I will be eating with my aunt tonight.”

“Well hey, bring her along. The more the merrier.” The cross-dresser forced a laugh.

“You are too kind but I must decline.” She glanced down at her watch. The first sign of impatience anyone had seen her make.

“Why? I mean...look, you know I ...is it because I cross dress?”

“No, your choice of clothing has nothing to do with my reasons. I have told you I have no interest in dating you and why. I am trying to maintain my professional attitude but you are taxing my patience. I don’t have time to argue or debate. I must go back to work in an hour and forty-six minutes.”

Marcelle grabbed her arm and snapped “Bullshit. I no more believe you’re a lesbian than I believe pigs will fly. Why don’t you just admit you won’t go out with me because...”

“Because you are both currently employees of Kaiba Corporation Empire and it is against company policy to date? Because I am sure that is the true reason.” A deep, familiar voice interrupted coldly.

Without taking his gaze from Joie Marcelle growled menacingly, “Look buddy you don’t know what you’re talking about. I’m sure Kaiba couldn’t care less if two people date, so get lost.”

An unbelievably strong hand plucked his touch from Joie’s arm and spun him around. “You are quite wrong. The rules apply to everyone and are enforced evenly.” The elevator made a soft ‘ding’ and Seto nodded for Joie to go. She froze for a moment and met Kaiba’s gaze golden eyes filled with apology and anger. “And make no mistake; I care about everything that happens in my company, especially when it comes to sexual harassment. You are out of here, now.” Horror widened the thickly made up eyes as recognition and bitter knowledge filled them. “Kaiba.” Marcelle recognized instantly. Then the significance of the shared gaze clicked. “You want her too.” It wasn’t a question.

Seto stepped back and gestured for the ever present security to take the other man. “Take him to his room and see that his things are packed. He is to be gone from my property in fifteen minutes. He is no longer considered a candidate for any position at Kaiba Corporation...ever.

Marcelle glared with loathing at the tall, icy-eyed man. Hoarsely he whispered, “Play noble all you want but you can’t hide it from me. You want her. Well the joke is on you pal because you’ll never have her. She told me herself she is homosexual. Roast in hell wanting something you will never get.”

Seto gestured for the guards to take him away and pressed the button for the elevator. Once he was safely hidden from prying eyes he pressed the hold button. With a deep sigh he closed his eyes and rested his forehead against the cool door of the elevator.

He’d followed Joie to speak with her about her aunt, perhaps offering the woman a temporary position of chaperone for the girls. It hadn’t been fair of him to pressure Joie into the role and if she was going to advance as a candidate for his Executive Liaison she needed to focus on her duties, not extra ones assigned. And with her refusal to back down from what she felt was important, having a meal with her aunt, she’d gained his respect and showed she could prioritize quickly and still get the job done. Grudgingly he’d had to admit she might be a good selection. But all of his practical reasons for following the woman were swamped by the instinctive anger at someone else touching her. Fuck, what a mess. Confusion and pain swirled through him as he fought with the realization that the cross-dressing fool was possibly right. He couldn’t deny the possessiveness that had flared in him when the other man had grabbed her. Kami help him, he needed to speak to his friends because for the first time in his life he was attracted to a woman, and if Marcelle spoke the truth, Joie was just as unattainable as the only other person he’d ever truly wanted. The irony of it was that they were not interested for the same reason. They both liked girls.

He pushed aside his uncertainty and confusion and straightened to his full height. Determined, he reached to push the appropriate button only to find he didn’t know the floor or the room. With a disgusted sigh he pulled out his cell phone. He blinked slightly when the soft, melodious voice answered. “Moshi Moshi.”

“Sakura!” He hesitated for a moment. “Can you talk?”

“Of course. Always for you.” But he could tell his friend was moving away to a secluded area by the fading background sounds. He could hear what sounded like Peaches talking soothingly, and an unknown person sobbing.

“What’s wrong? Who’s crying.”

“Ah we stopped by to see one of our old friends and found a woman in tears. Her niece has just arrived. Hopefully Joie will be able to calm her down.”

Seto assimilated the statement and said softly. “I see. Where are you? I need to speak to Joie and her aunt.”

Sakura hesitated then gave the room number. “But don’t say I told you. It is important that you don’t upset Joie’s aunt.”

“You...” But he was speaking to dead air. Impatiently he huffed out a breath and pushed the button.

Joie was hovering anxiously as two strange women pressed tea and tissues on her sobbing aunt when someone knocked. A worried glance at her aunt convinced her to ignore the summons. They weren’t expecting anyone and she didn’t want anyone to see Gian like this.

A moment passed and a second knock, more imperious thudded against the door. The younger of the two women glanced at Joie in question. With a sigh she moved to answer. Her breath caught when Kaiba Seto met her gaze. “I...” The sound of Gian’s crying caught his attention. “Is everything all right?” He pushed into the room.

“I...I don’t know. I just arrived and found my aunt crying and these women here.” Helplessly she turned back to the group of woman.

“Hnnn...” He stepped forward into the fray of tears and tea. “What is going on here?”

Sakura glanced over her shoulder with eyes glinting with tears of sympathy. “Set...Kaiba-sama, I am Sakura.” She gestured to her companion. “This is Peaches. We stopped to visit with our favorite actress, Kajuki Gian, and found her in this state. We are attempting to calm her down. Her niece, Joie arrived just before you did and has been unable to soothe her.”

Eyes red and swollen from crying fixed on him in stunned surprise and hoarse voice rasped “Kaiba?” The river of tears slowed. “Joie, oh my darling, I am sorry.” Gian husked. “I will ruin your chances because of my dramatics.” The woman slipped off the chair and sank to her knees, bowing to the ground. “Forgive me. My lack of composure should not reflect on my niece. Accept my humble apologies.” Feverishly Gian’s hands worked to make sure his physical enhancements were in place and covered. He couldn’t fix his face but his hair and tear swollen looks should pass for feminine. Gian knew he needed to focus on Joie and bury his shock and pain if they were to fool the sharp-eyed young man.

Gian finished the last checks just as Kaiba said softly “Stand up. I am sure you have reason for your upset and it in no way affects Kawai-san’s chances to advance. This is my hotel and it is my duty to look after you. Please tell me what has upset you.”

Assured that all his bits and pieces were in the correct place Gian stood unsteadily. Joie moved to support her automatically. Gian held on tightly. “It...it was nothing. I...someone...”

“Someone bothered you? Assaulted you?” Kaiba was furious. This kind of thing should never happen in a Kaiba Corp facility.

“No...no he didn’t touch me. He just...he...frightened me. I didn’t expect ...and he’s staying here so he...” Gian trailed off, unable to go on.

Kaiba saw the immediate solution. It fit perfectly with his plans. “I see. Of course as he didn’t assault you we can’t really have him arrested. But you should not be afraid to enjoy yourself either. I came to speak to Kawai-san about a problem I am having. Perhaps we can help each other?”

“P..Problem?” Gian was diverted by the thought of such a self-possessed young man having a problem he needed help with.

“Yes. I’ve found myself with the care of two teenaged girls for a week. It is inappropriate that I stay in their suite to chaperone them.” He gave his most charming smile. “Kawai-san has said you taught her everything she knows about proper behavior. And I can see that you are a woman of quality and morals. Will you accept a temporary position as chaperone to the girls? It would mean moving into the Empire and sharing a suite with them, spending time with them. Of course I will assign security guards to ensure their and your safety.”

“I...” The older woman glanced at her niece in question then back at Kaiba. “I...I would be honored. Thank you very much for your care. I am so glad I can repay you for it in some small part.”

Using manners he usually ignored he lifted Gian’s hand to his lips and kisses the air above the knuckle. “It is my pleasure and honor. Kawai-san knows the suite number. I will meet you there in two hours.”

As he walked out the door he glanced back at the blonde and smiled. “Eat something. You are too pale.” He smiled and slipped out the door closing it silently behind him.

Joie blinked at the door then turned to her aunt. “Gian, what happened?”

Ashamed of her loss of control Gian stepped out of the comforting arms of her friend and turned to their guests. “Thank you for your concern. We have not been introduced. I am Kajuki Gian and this is my niece Kawai Joie. You are?”

The more flamboyantly dressed of the two women stepped forward. “I am Sakura and the sexy woman next to me is Peaches.”

“I see. Thank you both for all of your assistance, but why did you come here in the first place?”

“We recognized you and wanted to meet our favorite actor.” Peaches explained softly.

“Actor?” Dread was growing in Gian’s chest.

“Yes. Kajuki Gian, Gina Peacock. The worlds most successful and talented transvestite.” Sakura gestured flamboyantly.

Gian staggered and would have fallen if Joie hadn’t caught him. The blow was immense. He’d been seen and recognized twice in one day. Perhaps he should have never left his quiet neighborhood.

Peaches and Sakura sprang forward and caught Gian with easy strength. Peaches murmured, “I am sorry if it is an unwelcome shock. We mean no harm and only want to meet you. You are our hero. We even modeled ourselves after your roles. If you look closely you will see that.” She gave Gian a fresh cup of tea.

Gian gripped the cup with shaking hands. As he sipped he critically eyed the women in front of him. Now that he knew he could see the enhancements, even see some of his touches and tricks the transvestites used. “What do you want?”

“Want?” The couple shared a quick glance then turned back. “We only want to get to know you, spend time in your company. We will tell no one if that is your wish.”

“It is.”

“Then it will be our secret. We are staying at the Empire as well. Will you allow us to accompany you on your chaperone duties? We will enjoy the company.”

“If it is allowed.” Gian nodded and relaxed slightly. “Now tell me how you know Kaiba Seto and what he knows of me.”

“Know...why do you think...?” Peaches broke off when the actress shook her head. “You started to call him Seto and corrected yourself. You know him. What does he know of me? What have you told him?”

Peaches nodded and sighed. “I thought you caught Sakura’s slip. We work for him in positions of trust, but we have not told him about you. How could we when doing so would be to reveal us as more than average?”

“And my niece?”

“Again nothing. To him Joie is simply another interview candidate.” Sakura slowly circled the young blonde. “She is exquisite. If I didn’t know that it is a drag costume I would never believe that she is not a true woman.”

“Why do you think she’s not?”

“Because you do not have a niece. And I have a friend who attended the same business school listed on Joie’s resume. The person listed as the top score in that class was male. Jounouchi Katsuya, a blond haired, golden eyed young man, second only to Kaiba Seto in the world of dueling now that Moutou Yugi has retired.” A small smile tugged at Sakura’s painted lips. “And apprentice to the reigning drag-queen of all time. Bravo Kawai-chan, Bravo.”

Joie’s golden eyes narrowed and the passion that was trademark of Jounouchi Katusya flared. “Thanks, I think. We haven’t had dinner yet and we have to pack. Gian go fix your face while I order. Will you be joining us for dinner?”

“If we are welcome? And we’d be happy to help you pack...or just keep you company while you pack.”

Gian left the bathroom door open while he went to repair his face. “You work for Kaiba; don’t you feel duty bound to report what you know?”

“If there was risk to Seto or the company then yes. But there is no risk.”

“How can you be sure?”

“During all of your troubles you never behaved dishonorably. You wouldn’t start now. Besides,” Sakura smirked at the blond just hanging up the phone. “I saw how Joie looked at Seto. I’ve never seen anyone so obviously in love.”

Joie stiffened and started to snarl only to stop when Gian agreed softly “Yes I know. It was that cow-eyed looked that snapped me out of my pain. Right now Kaiba is bemused and attracted, not seeing the way Joie’s eyes constantly turn to him. But that will change if they spend time together. He will notice.”

“I do not look at him like a cow.” Joie’s voice had disappeared and Jou’s deep tones erupted furiously.

“Okay lovesick puppy.” Gian wasn’t going to split hairs. “The point is when he walked in tonight you moved to him. And while he was talking to me you were watching him like you were dying of thirst and he was the last drink of water on the planet.”

“I wasn’t. I’m careful! And I leave as soon as I...” Seeing the inimitable expression in all three eyes the blond sighed in defeat. “What am I gonna do?”

“First you are going to remember your name. What is it?”

“Jou...Joie. Kawai Joie.” The dulcet tones were back.

“Good, never forget it Joie, if you do you are lost.” Gian sighed and pushed back his long hair. “I will do everything I can to keep him from you, but I feel that Kaiba is attracted and curious. If you are with him focus on his shoes or his knees. He may think it is a sign of respect and manners. Try to avoid being with him Joie because you are vulnerable. If he tries for physical intimacy he will discover your masquerade.”

“Physical intimacy?” Joie’s voice was a hushed whisper and her golden eyes glittered. “A kiss?”

“Joie!” Gian’s voice was sharp. “If he kisses you he will want to do more. If he touches your prosthetic bra or tries to touch between your legs he will know. Do not allow him to kiss you until you are ready to tell him the truth. Are you listening to me Joie?”

The stars faded and sadness took their place. “Yes I hear you.” A knock at the door announced the arrival of dinner. “Let’s eat.”

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Just over an hour later a composed and beautiful Gian swayed elegantly beside Joie as they entered Suite 9669. An older woman reclined with the two teenaged girls watching a movie on the television. Kaiba Seto sat at a small table working on his laptop.

The older woman stood with alacrity. “If that is all I will go now. Thank you for calling me.” With unseemly haste she rushed from the room.

Gian and Joie turned to watch her go in almost identical moves. With curiously raised brows they looked back to the girls. Both flushed and looked away. Gian moved towards them gracefully. “I am Kajuki Gian. You may call me Aunt Gian. I will be your companion for the next week. Your names please?”

“I’m Dhan Seneca and she is Fah Ryushi.” Critically she moved her gaze between Gian and Joie. “You look alike. Even though she is Hafuu I can see her resemblance to you. I thought she was beautiful but you are...I don’t know the word.”

“You are too kind.” She switched her gaze to the quietly watching man. “Kaiba-sama thank you for everything but it is time for you to leave.” When the eyebrows lifted quizzically she nodded to the girls. “Now stand and bow to Kaiba-sama. It is late and he should leave. It is unseemly for him to be in eligible ladies rooms so late.”

Seto wasn’t inclined to argue. He closed his laptop and stowed it in its case as he listened to the beginning of an argument one woman had already lost.

“What? Are you kidding? It’s barely eleven. That’s early!” Ryushi protested.

“Eleven is well past what is proper for young ladies to receive gentlemen callers. Bid him goodnight then we will prepare ourselves for bed.” Steel underlay the honeyed tones. The girls stood and awkwardly bowed to their benefactor.

“Good night Kaiba.”

“Yeah, see ya tomorrow.”

“Have a good night ladies. Kawai-san may I speak with you a few moments? I have a room down the hall where we can speak without disturbing your aunt or the girls.”

“Of course Kaiba-sama. Aunt Gian please excuse me?”

Gian frowned slightly. “Kaiba-sama it is unseemly for Joie to be alone with you at this hour.”

Seto blinked slightly and squinted at the older woman. “I understand your concern but it is business I wish to discuss with her. I have the girls’ schedule of tomorrow’s events and I wanted to discuss them with her.”

Gian shook her head firmly. “Kaiba-sama she is not on the clock right now. None of the other candidates are subject to your whims. Do not place her in a position of suspicion or set her up to fail. She has worked harder than you will ever know to reach this far. Do not worry about the schedule the girls and I will ‘wing it’ as they say. Some friends will be joining us.”

With a frustrated glance at the downcast eyes of Joie he nodded shortly and stalked out of the room.

Giggles erupted from the girls. “Joie you have him hooked.”

Dark red colored Joie’s cheeks. “I don’t think it is right to discuss this.”

“Joie is right girls. And you are wrong. Kaiba is not hooked...yet.” Gian chuckled wickedly. “C’mon girls lets go see what a little moisturizer and skin conditioner can do on that beautiful skin of yours.”

Another knock on the door announced the arrival of their luggage. She opened the door to let the bellhop in. She directed him to the appropriate rooms then held the door open while he pushed the cart out. Before she could close it a tall, slim figure stepped into the opening and pulled her into the hall.

“Wh...Kaiba-sama.” Joie dropped her eyes to stare at his shoes hoping that he hadn’t seen the happiness she hadn’t been quick enough to hide.

“Your aunt is better than a military drill sergeant. I actually let her tell me what to do. I want to speak to you privately, drill sergeant or not.” He was tugging her down the hall to the room reserved for his and his brother’s use.

“Kaiba-sama this is most unusual. I should return to my room. Can’t it wait until tomorrow?”

“No.” He opened the door and ushered her inside. “I wanted to speak to you about that cross-dresser and I didn’t think it would be appropriate to discuss it unless we had absolute privacy.”

“I...all right then.” She took two steps inside the room and stopped as he closed the door. She continued to stare at his loafers. “What is it?”

“He claimed that he was interested in you and that you were friendly to him. Is that the truth?”

“Kaiba-sama I met him yesterday at the interviews. He saw me and walked up to me with no encouragement. He said he’d taken too much food and asked if I would care to share. At this point I thought he was a woman. As a woman the amount he’d taken was excessive and had caused several disparaging looks. To help her save face I accepted. During our conversation I felt odd and uncomfortable. When she left to go to the bathroom she ordered me to stay and wait for her. I moved to the other side of the room.”

“I see. Anything else?” The shoes that had been pointed away from her suddenly spun around and moved closer.

“He...after he was shown as a transvestite he found me and sat next to me. I was most uncomfortable but I could find no graceful way out. After the meeting he said ...he told me...” She stammered to a halt as she saw that the shoes were now only a step away. And when she breathed deep she could smell the subtle cologne and elusive scent of Kaiba Seto. She swallowed hard and averted her head slightly.

“Go on.” The deep voice was a husky purr, barely above a whisper.

“He said that he was a cross-dresser but not a...homosexual. He wanted to d...d...d...” She stuttered to a halt as cool fingers traced across her cheek.

“He wanted to?”

“D...Date me...” Heart pounding she shifted away slightly and pressed backwards against the door. “Kaiba-sama p...please don’t...”

Seto’s deep rough voice interrupted her as his tall body pressed closer, less than an inch away. “What did you say?”

Joie swallowed hard, her heart hammering with fear and dangerous excitement. Kaiba was so close, smelled so good. All she had to do was relax her body and they’d be touching. “What did you say Joie?”

“I...I...” She licked her lips and grabbed for control. If she melted against him like she wanted she would never see Kaiba again. She would never prove that she was more than a useless mutt. Worse, she could just hear the ‘bitch-in-heat’ comments. It was those thoughts that calmed her. In a voice as cool and remote as an icy mountaintop she said, “I told him I had no interest in dating him. While he is not homosexual I am.” Decisively she sidestepped and took two paces. “If that is all Kaiba-sama I believe I am done for the night.” Defiantly she kept her eyes on his shoes.

Seto took a step back and opened the door saying briskly, “Yes that is all. Thank you for your candor. I needed to know for the report to the lawyers. Marcelle is threatening legal action. Sleep well Kawai-san.”

Gian and the girls were just coming out of the bathroom when Joie slipped back into the suite. She went immediately to her room. She couldn’t face her Aunt right now.

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Down the hall Kaiba Seto was closing his cell phone. He’d called Peaches and asked her and Sakura to come right away. Three minutes later his room was filled with the perfume and voices of his two best friends.

After the greetings and flamboyant kisses he sighed and motioned for them to sit down. “I need your advice.” He stated bluntly.

Peaches stole a quick glance at Sakura. The extrovert was having a hard time controlling her smile. Discreetly she kicked Sakura’s ankle exactly where she knew the cuffs had left a bruise the night before. It worked beautifully. The smile died and pained eyes turned to him in chagrin.

“Of course Seto. What can we help you with?”

Agitatedly the brunet began to pace. “I have not been in doubt of my homosexuality since I was twelve. I have had two sexual partners and one emotional attachment, all with males. Not once have I felt attraction to a female. But now...that’s changed.”

“Changed? How?” Peaches kicked Sakura’s ankle again when it looked like she would break into gleeful laughter.

“There is a woman, Kawai Joie. We saw her at the restaurant the other day and you all met her tonight. She is incredibly beautiful, blonde with golden eyes and honey-toned skin. Her body is...” Seto coughed slightly “Well you’ve seen her. I...I am attracted. Or I think I am. But I don’t know if it’s her I’m attracted to or her resemblance to Jounouchi Katsuya. She looks like a refined and cultured version of him. I tested the attraction just a few minutes ago and I am more confused than ever. She was responding to me, I could tell. Her pulse was beating like a trip-hammer and her skin was flushed, but that could have simply been a panic reaction after the events at the hotel earlier. When I stepped close to her the scent of her perfume did nothing for me. Then...then I breathed deep and could swear her perfume was mixed with the scent I’ve always associated with Jounouchi. I got hard instantly. While I was trying to sort it out she stepped away and informed me she was homosexual. I...need your opinions.”

Peaches bit his lip and sighed. This was going to get tricky. “Seto if you only respond to her because she reminds you of Jounouchi then it is best that you do nothing to encourage her. She is a young lady of good family, of marriageable age and she was in your room alone. That is inappropriate. Add to it that she is a contender for a position that will work with you very closely you can run into serious issues both legal and emotional. I recommend you avoid the young lady until you must deal with her. Let her prove herself. If more does develop then it will be with that issue decided.”

Sakura nodded his agreement adding, “If you find you are attracted and you think it may be mutual it would be best if you waited. Seto to get involved in a bi-curious exploration, even if it’s mutual for both of you, could be disastrous. Think what would happen if she got pregnant. Wait until she wins the position.”

“You speak as if you are sure she’s going to win.” Blue eyes narrowed thoughtfully. “Are you scheming with my brother?”

“We have helped him when he asked. That is all.” Peaches opened her ornate, traditional fan and fanned lightly. “But I have been watching. We are going to be lucky to have fifty candidates by the end of tomorrow and much less by the end of the week.”

“Good then it will be decided quicker.” The CEO growled. He resented the time and energy this was taking. He would much rather deal with a takeover attempt. “All right. Thank you both. Is there anything urgent that needs my attention?” He hoped there was.

“No. It’s all taken care of. Enjoy your week as host.” Sakura stood and pulled Peaches to her feet. “Goodnight Seto.”

“Goodnight.” He showed them to the door and with a wistful sigh watched them walk away squabbling amicably about who would wear the handcuffs that night. Sometimes it was lonely at the top.

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