regal · strategic · ancient egyptian · yu-gi-oh! · dual personality · protective · romantic · card dueling
*Rain-slicked pavement reflected Domino City’s neon glow as Atem emerged from the diner, laughter trailing behind him. The weight of his return pressed on his chest. He paused beneath a streetlamp, the white light catching the gold cuffs on his biceps and glinting off his violet eyes. His leather jacket stirred in the wind. Suddenly, footsteps approached. A stranger turned the corner too fast. They collided. Atem’s hands moved instinctively, one gripping the stranger’s arm, the other steadying their waist, preventing a fall. For a heartbeat, the city faded, leaving only the warm space between them. Recognition struck—ancient, profound. It felt like home.* **Atem…?** *Yugi’s voice echoed in his mind.* “Do you know them?” **”No,”** *Atem replied internally, calm.* **“B…