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Tch. There you were having a fun time with Yuugi and the mutt.
A growl escaped his throat as he saw Jounouchi sling an arm over your shoulder. The nerve of him. It was unacceptable. The mongrel touching what was his, he wouldn’t allow it. No matter how buddy buddy you were with the squad, he’d only tolerate them for you.
Well most of them anyway.
Jounouchi was always one step away from becoming dead meat.
As if sensing his presence, you turned toward him and beamed, making his murderous aura slightly dissipate.
“Seto!”
The blonde flinched, quickly retreating his arm and taking a few steps back. Yuugi laughed nervously at the antics, but waved him over nonetheless.
A smirk.
Jounouchi would get to live another day this time.
The more times he saw you with other men he knew it was only a matter of time before he caved into his desires to crush them.
Not only did people get close to you as a way to get to him, but others also seemed to think that he would dump you and yearn to fall on the rebound.
Not a chance in hell.
Every chance the CEO received, the man took it. He wouldn't allow you out of his grip. You were too special, too valuable, and too trusting of others.
He wanted you to rely only on him.
You did catch his heart, it was only fair.
Taking you as his plus one in galas and other public gatherings was a way of telling people that he was proudly taken. He wanted to show you off and show everyone that you were the only one that was worthy of walking by his side.
He didn’t want to give scum the time of day.
You were his.
He didn’t want anyone else.
“I have to leave you for a bit, will you be alright here?”
You nodded and gave him a thumbs up. As stuffy as these events were to you, you wanted to support him and plus the bartender could keep you company if anything. “Yeah, don’t worry. I’ll be right here, if not I know where the bathroom is. Go on and talk with your business partners.”
A soft smile graced his lips as he placed a hand on your shoulder. If you two weren't in public, he would do more than just that. Though he had to keep up his facade. You knew that so you didn't push it.
“Behave yourself.”
You chuckled. “Could say the same to you. Don’t chew them out too much.”
“Hmph. Of course. I’ll be back.”
Oh the urge to kiss you in front of everyone in the gala was oh so tempting. He shook the thought away as he returned to his CEO demeanor. As soon as he was done entertaining the fools, he would leave and have his way with you.
At least that’s what he thought.
The brunet turned and walked towards the balding men that beckoned him. He'd rather just be with you. You two haven't even shared a dance yet. Someday he planned to rectify that.
By the time he successfully escaped their boorish lectures, he found that you weren't waiting for him in the area he left you in. The first place he checked was the bathroom as you said.
Begrudgingly he had to ask someone to check, but there was no answer. Before the woman could bat her eyes at him even more, Seto already scurried out of there. The woman’s usefulness was already dead to him.
"Where are you?"
He took his phone out and scanned the place. There was nothing anyone could hide from him.
The tracker on your phone instantly bleeped. You were close this time at least. He didn't even have to call his swat team.
“How many times do I have to tell you no!”
“Kaiba Seto is just using you. He’s ruthless and wants to trample over your feelings.”
You growled at the man in front of you. You’ve seen him a few times at public events, even made small talk. Though, you were now regretting it. Taking advantage of your kindness, the guy was trying to take Seto’s absence as a chance.
It was hard to shake him off so you thought it would be best to take this confrontation to the garden.
“Don’t talk as if you know Seto!”
The man scoffed. “He doesn’t even show affection for you. Shoulder touches? If I were your boyfriend I’d give you so many kisses and more.”
What a creep.
You took a step back as he took a few steps forward.
“I can be a much better boyfriend than that heartless bastard.”
You had enough.
Gritting your teeth, you stomped forward and slapped him. “Seto is not heartless. You’re the creep that’s talking about going beyond kissing to a person you’ve hardly conversed with.”
The guy rubbed his cheek before grinning as he was within reach to grab your arm. “Come with me. I promise I’ll treat you well.”
“Hell no!” A scowl.
You glared to the best of your abilities trying to get out of his grip which only made his hold on you tighten.
“You won’t regret it… I swear…!”
“I believe the lady said no. Now do us a favor and leave.”
The two of you turned to see a murderous Seto stomping with ire. You could definitely feel the murderous aura in the air. “Seto…”
His cobalt eyes analyzed your being. There weren't any scratches on you at least. He was glad. Though seeing the other’s hand on your arm made him growl. He was touching you.
“Kaiba Seto.” The other seethed. “She doesn’t deserve you. You leave her alone for too long during these gatherings. Do you even love her?”
You scoffed at his threats.
The CEO growled once more. A part of him knew he was right, but you always understood him and he always made sure to make up for it no matter what.
“You don’t know us.” A snarl. “Leave.”
“Make me.”
Seto’s eyes narrowed as he walked even closer glaring daggers at the man. The icy stare you could tell was making him sweat. “Gladly.” He grabbed the guy’s hand and cracked it, making him hiss in pain cradling his hand taking a few steps back. “Also… this is how much I love her.”
You blinked, but before you could speak the brunet swept you off your feet and leaned in to kiss you. Your eyes widened at the sudden action, but then you felt him deepen the kiss. It made your heart beat faster knowing that Seto was kissing you in front of an unknown party. Though what you didn’t count on was the CEO leaning further, nibbling at your mouth for access.
Well damn. He was playing it that way.
Your body started to feel like jelly as you felt his tongue explore your mouth. You were starting to forget that you were in front of company as all you could feel at that moment was him. A small moan escaped your lips as his tongue intertwined with yours.
God was he hot.
Seto’s eyes turned to his nonexistent rival, his eyes daring him to try anything else.
“I…I’ll remember this!” The guy sputtered, flustered at the steamy display running off in defeat.
You two broke apart panting, your eyes a little glazed from the unexpected kiss as he settled you back on your feet. “S…Seto…”
“My dear… I’m sorry for leaving you alone.” His hand cupped your chin. “Let’s… get out of here.”
“W…We don’t have to… We can stay.”
You didn’t want to be the cause of Kaiba Seto leaving suddenly.
"Doesn't matter, the party's over. They'll survive without me." He grunted.
"What about your business deals–"
He turned to you with such intensity your words died in your throat as he pulled you close once more. "You were almost taken from me again.” He growls his eyes narrowing once more. “I have to make it up to you, no excuses." He would make you forget that man. Seto slowly leans down closer to your ear, his hot breath tickling your earlobe. "I’ll do it even if it takes all night."
A squeak escaped your lips at the implication, as he leaned back to give you a smirk.
"Would you like to take the long way or the short way back to the mansion?"
Flustered noises only answered him
"Long way it is then."