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[moonlightshine]

[Usagi wasn't sure how they all decided to take a quick trip to Domino, but she was happy for it. She would get to see the place where Marik made a name for himself. Be able to explore a new city, and over all make more memories with her friends. The girls decided to go with them as well, which made it easier when it came to getting transportation and hotel rooms. Plus, going as a group and not on a date made it easier to convince her parents.

Leaving their hotel room, she turned to Marik, gauging his expression. She had a feeling he might be nervous being back in a place that was both good and bad. They could take things at his pace. If he wanted to show her around, or if they wanted to explore, that was fine. Either way, she would be happy as long as they got to spend time together.]

The girls said we could meet up with them later in the day. I know Ami-chan wanted to visit a museum or two, and Mina-chan wanted to do shopping...

[Usagi told her boyfriend, her hand easily slipping into his, hoping it would help calm any nerves.]

I'm curious to what you'd like to do. We could wander the city, or stay at the hotel and enjoy a relaxing day.

[Heck, they could make a game of pointing out how many 'KaibaCorp' symbols or buildings were around if he wanted.]

We can do whatever you'd like, Marik-kun.

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[moonlightshine]

No... [He didn't fight monsters, but he did other things! Things that were hard to think of at the moment, but he did plenty for them.

She wasn't sure if they should continue to talk about the youma they faced, not until they we in the hotel room. The most she could do was nod--

Until Marik was holding her and practically snarling at the poor man in a tuxedo. Usagi looked over her shoulder at her boyfriend, feeling a strange warmth rise up in her, but also shock. What was he thinking?!]

Marik-kun! [The poor stranger practically ran away at that moment from the couple.] What was that for? [Did the guy look at them in an inappropriate way? Was something said that she didn't hear?]

He was probably on his way to somewhere important.

[thetombkeeper]

[He didn't though. He was just moral support. That fact had always bothered him, that all he could do was sit by while everything happened. He couldn't even give her a strategical advantage since they could all already sense the dark energy without his needed input.

He was useless to her... Was. But not anymore.

But his little outburst had been reckless. He should have controlled his emotions better. Seeing that man in the tuxedo though just made his blood boil. Who was that man in the vision...? He would have to keep an eye out for him.

Marik looks down at Usagi then away from her like a scolded cat, pursing his lips slightly.]

Sorry. I... didn't like the look he was giving you...

[moonlightshine]

[If Marik had told Usagi of his feelings, she would've helped him. Moral support was just as important to her as everything else. She wouldn't be able to handle him being out on the battlefield with her. If something happened to him, her heart would be crushed.

Which was why she had texted him to get to a safe place, away from the danger. He had followed through with her request, but now he was snapping at strangers!

She weakly glared at him.]

He wasn't looking at me in any way. [Not from what she could see.]

He looked like he was on his way to a wedding, or an important event. There wasn't a need to get upset.

[Sigh, she was going to chalk it up to his stress levels being out of control. Her glare softened as she squeezed his hand.]

...you know there's no one else for me, right?

[thetombkeeper]

[It wouldn't have helped, not in the long run. Marik had always felt powerless most of his life. Putting together the Rare Hunters, stealing the God Cards, and going after Yugi was one of the few times he felt like things were in his control - combined with having the Rod, it truly made him feel powerful.

He clicks his tongue in annoyance at his own stupidity, his hand going back down to hold her hand once more, which she ends up giving him a reassuring squeeze.

That would certainly make for an interesting story for the groom. "A feral-looking lionish tanned teen growled at me on my way to the wedding."]

I-I know... I'm sorry. I guess I'm... jumping at shadows.

[He sighs.]

... After you get some rest, we can talk more. I owe you an in-depth explanation of what I did here... so you understand why I've been so... off.

[moonlightshine]

[At some point...all of them were going to need therapy. Marik to help him with his control issues, and Usagi....to help cope with death. The number of times she's died or nearly died would be a lot for anyone. The topic probably won't enter into either of their minds, not yet.

At Marik's sigh, she reached up with her free hand to gently run her fingers through his hair. It was something she always found comforting as a child, and even well into her teenage years.]

Tell me as much as you feel comfortable with. [Usagi murmured, finding her eyelids were growing heavy. No! She had to stay awake! She wasn't going to fall asleep in his arms when the hotel was so close!]

Mmm, we should keep going. I haven't felt this tired in....in a long time.

[thetombkeeper]

[If he'd ever be open to him. In his mind, he figured he could just work through his issues himself.

Or just shove them into the back of his mind.

Usagi playing with his hair has the wanted effect, calming Marik further. He couldn't relax too much though... he needed to get her back to the hotel.]

I will.

[A thought occurs to him. What if... he's the reason she's feeling so weak? If the clouds were caused by the power of Nemesis then it's safe to say the darkness exuding off of him would be affecting her as well. Shoot. He'll need to learn to suppress it as to not distract or drain her any further...]

I wonder if you're feeling the Millennium Items as well... They're at least 4 located here right in Domino City. I believe little Yugi is in possession of all of them. That's a lot of concentrated dark magic in one spot, particularly from the Rod and the Ring.

[He manages to get her back to the hotel though, getting her comfortable and tucked into bed. Thy tomb keeper places a kiss to her forehead.]

You get some rest, okay? I'll be here by your side the entire time...

[moonlightshine]

Maybe?

[That sounded feasible, but at the same time, she wasn't exactly sure. More things to discuss with Luna and the girls. Perhaps coming to Domino City was a bad idea--but at least they didn't damage any of the KaibaCorp buildings! Small victories there.

They manage to get back to the hotel, with Usagi getting herself comfortable and tucked back into bed by Marik.]

O-okay.. [The word is drawn out with a yawn. Her blue eyes fluttering shut the moment her head hits the pillow. Normally, she would be out for one to two hours, but she was extremely tired. Her body needed to rest after fighting that stronger youma and from the potential dark energy that Items were exuding.

There was concern by the girls with wanting to check up on Usagi. At least they didn't knock on the hotel door. Rather, Ami ended up texting Marik to ask if they were okay...

And of course, if Luna could come in to check on her charge.]