The Heat of Your Touch

AN: Ok, it’s been a while, but I’ve lost my connection…
I’ve just noticed that I should have put lyric of the song “Why Does My Heart Feel So Bad” by Moby in the chapter 6: Birthday, but I forgot. I hope you don’t mind.
I should fix all grammar mistakes in this story, but I’ll do it when I find time and patience. I may as well put the lyric into the said chapter.

I hope you’d like this chapter. I made sure it is long enough, with enough lemon, deep enough, etcetera, etcetera…

Please read and REVIEW, as you always do. You know how much I love reviews!

Now, the story:
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Joey was doing his best to hide his fear. He could presume who was behind the curtain. He was stupid if he thought with just one pathetic shove and a couple of threats he could avoid further conflicts. It was far away from that.

What should he do? The guy was policeman, he had the other policemen by his side. The Domino police was corrupted and it was a public secret.

He was observing Kaiba’s angry face. He was afraid of his impulsive reactions.

Kaiba, once again, put the anger aside to make the space for rational thoughts.

“That Dan guy…” he muttered through gritted teeth.

“Seto…” Joey took Seto’s hand into his own, but he was unable to say a word more. He was confused. He was scared. He was angry.

‘Why now, when everything seemed to come to its place at last?’ he thought desperately.

“He has no idea how much this is going to cost him…”

“Please…”

“What? Are you defending him? You like he violated our intimacy, Joseph?” his voice was sharp and cold, almost accusing.

The two blue glaciers were resting on two pools of chocolate.

“You know what? I don’t need this!” Joey hissed, “Every fuckin’ time you’re accusing me for something I didn’t do, I didn’t mean, I didn’t say.” he let go of Kaiba’s cold hand. “Like I said before, God knows what you have been doing while you were away.”

But Kaiba was already in some other part of the apartment.

Joey angrily sat in the chair, lighting a cigarette. He adored smoking. It would always calm him down somehow. He knew of the consequences, but he never valued his life that much. If he’s meant to die, he’ll die. It was so unlike him, to be indifferent, to give up, but since the beginning of Seto’s and his relationship, everything has been ‘whatever’ to him.

Seto returned with the swab, heading to the curtain.

“What are you doing?”

“Collecting the sample before it gets dry. We need the evidence that Dan was here.” Seto said simply.

“And you will give it to…? You know the police is corrupted. Besides, they will never let one of theirs be accused, arrested or anything. They will destroy that sample.”

Kaiba just smirked.

“You really think I’m stupid enough to give it to them? I have my men.”

“Ah.” Joey just said. Of course, Kaiba was perfect in tactics. He was perfect in everything. Maybe that was the thing Joey disliked. He was far away from perfect, while Kaiba was the one with no mistakes.

‘The error of a nature’, Joey thought for himself.

After Kaiba finished, he placed the sample on the table.

“Now, we need to talk.” he said flatly, gesturing Joey to follow him.

Joey stood up, following him mutely.

They ended up in Joey’s bedroom. Joey’s steps were slow and hesitant. You never knew what you got with Kaiba Seto.

As soon as Joey came in, Kaiba grabbed him and kissed him roughly. Joey just blinked in shock, trying to kiss back. Kaiba parted their lips, pushing Joey on the bed.

He pinned Joey’s arms above his head, holding them tightly.

“Seto…?”

“What the hell were you thinking when saying those stupidities? You know that you’re the only man in my life.”

‘But…How can I believe you…?” Joey asked, letting the question come to the surface. It has been torturing him for many months. Maybe it has been torturing him since forever.

Kaiba had looks, power, money, everything. It would be easy for him to find another whenever and wherever he wanted.

“How can you? How can you?! Jesus, Joey… You know that I love only you and nobody else. Why would I find another when I have everything with you?” he knew he was sounding pathetic, but he couldn’t help it. He could not tell in different words even if he wanted.

“You…what?” Joey was staring at him from below. His eyes were comically big as he was shaking his head.

“You heard me the first time. Why would I do anything if I didn’t love you?”

“…love…me…” the blonde repeated weakly.

Kaiba smiled and leaned down to kiss the blonde duelist. “You know I hate repeating myself.”

“But...never? Not ever did anything with another person?”

“Before you, yes, but never since then.”

“B-but…Business trips,…you’re a guy after all…”

“There is another way to relieve myself. Besides, I knew, when I come back, you’d be there to make love to me. So, technically, I’ve been cheating on you with my right hand.” As he said that, he raised his right hand, shaking it in the air.

Joey couldn’t help but chuckle. Has Kaiba just made a joke? He was in disbelief.

He was feeling unusually happy at the moment, grateful he forgot the current problem even for a second.

Kaiba let go of his arms, slowly standing up.

“Seto…?”

“Yes?”

“Do you believe me?”

Kaiba looked at Joey, who was still lying on the bed.

He sighed.

“Do you suspect sometimes?”

But Joey received more silence.

Kaiba lowered his head.

“Sometimes it seems that you…So, I suppose I don’t believe you…” he admitted. “At least not completely.”

Joey stood up quickly, narrowing his eyes, facing Kaiba.

“When? When did you think I’ve been unfaithful to you?”

“Does it matter now? We agreed that everything’s ok now.”

“Is it?”

“What else do we need in order to be happy, Joey?”

“Honesty.” Joey caressed Kaiba’s cheek affectionately. He loved him so much. That was something he just couldn’t explain. It was so ambivalent.

“Words are not enough.” Kaiba muttered.

“Tell me how to prove I’m faithful and I’ll prove it to you.”

Kaiba closed his eyes.

‘I never knew you’d be so jealous. I thought you don’t care.” whispered the blonde. “Tell me, Seto. How do you want me to prove it?”

“Just…stay with me…” Kaiba shoved Joey’s hand when realized he became too soft. It was so unlike him. He couldn’t recognize himself anymore. Maybe the distance he was keeping between him and Joey was good, after all. In fact, it was disaster, but, at least he was having his barriers on. Now he looked so vulnerable and weak.

He hated weaknesses.

He was about to leave the bedroom when Joey pulled him violently, making him fall on the bed together with him.

“I will stay with you forever if you want me to….I’m your puppy, after all.” he smiled sadly.

Kaiba kissed him roughly, sliding violently his tongue into Joey’s mouth.

Joey moaned loudly, feeling himself already aroused.

Kaiba’s caresses became rough as well, and Joey fell in ecstasy immediately. The friction between his soft skin and Kaiba’s sophisticated hands was driving him insane. Fever was spreading throughout his body, as his wildest dreams were about to come true.

“Take m-me…into your m-mouth…”he groaned as Kaiba rubbed his arousal through jeans.

Kaiba obeyed, stripping the blonde immediately, revealing his beautiful arousal.

Joey’s cock was the longest one he had ever seen. That cock was hitting his sweet spot way too many times, fast, slow, whatever, it felt so damn good every time it was inside him.

Kaiba started to lick the top, up, down and around, mixing his saliva with pre cum, letting it stretch like a string from Joey’s tip to his mouth. It looked so perverted, yet so adorable. It was better than in any porn Joey had seen.

With half closed eyes he was observing the chestnut haired youth, admiring him, loving him, lusting for him.

Then the CEO wrapped Joey’s length into incredible warmth and wetness, sucking on eagerly. His tongue was still playing with the sensitive skin of the blonde’s cock, making it twitch and harden even more.

He let it go to the very far end of his throat, as always, and it was so choking him, but he didn’t mind. He was doing it for the one he loved, adored even. And it didn’t matter. It was tasteless, it didn’t smell, yet it was so smooth. According to Kaiba, the skin on Joey’s cock was the finest one.

Every now and then he was checking on his lover, giving him lustful look while he was sucking, licking and teasing his member. He liked Joey’s muscle spasms, his screams and moans, that suddenly became more intensive than ever.

He realized that the duelist was near his climax, and he smirked mentally. He adored pushing the guy over the edge.

“Ah, Seto…” Joey was tossing his head from one side to another, groaning and moaning, gripping Seto’s hair roughly, pulling his head closer. “Just like that…yeah…oh yeah…”

And he finally came into Kaiba’s mouth. Hot streams of seed hit the end of Kaiba’s throat and he swallowed greedily.

When he wiped his mouth and licked all of his fingers, with satisfied smirk on his face, he asked:

“So, Joey, did you like it?”

Joey was panting, half conscious, still on his back. Kaiba’s blowjobs were always making him almost pass out from delight.

“Yes…that was…brilliant…” he managed to say. “Now I want you to…fuck me hard.”

“As you wish, puppy” Kaiba grinned and spread Joey’s legs even more, undressing himself.

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They decided that it would be better if Joey moved to Kaiba mansion, and so they both went there after the sex. Joey brought with himself only necessities, such as toothbrush, brush, some of his clothes etc.

It was nice, after six moths, to move in Kaiba household once again. It still smelled like home to Joey and he was glad everything went to its place. Well, partially. They were still having some problems, such as Dan and something else between the two lovers.

They needed to regain trust, to understand what commitment was and to establish other things in their relationship.

No more disappointments from Kaiba, no more sleepless nights for Joey. No more pointless fights, no more lies and secrets. They needed to get to know each other better, because it was obvious they didn’t know each other very well. Maybe not at all.


There was one big thing Joey learned during their history being together and that was-no big expectations. The only thing you would get was big disappointment. He didn’t need more disappointments. His drunken father and his mother betrayer-that was enough. He ran away from that life long time ago, he left that all behind. Now call him selfish, but there was no cure for his old man, he was chronic alcoholic. And no matter what Joey would have done, how much money would have brought, it would always be the same.

And Joey had simply left his old man, lost every touch with his mother and sister. He had left all of that for good. His only family were Seto, Mokuba, and his friends. Nobody else.

Kaiba smiled when he saw his brother running to him. It’s been few days since Joey’s birthday and all, he hasn’t seen his younger brother since then.

“Big bro! I’m glad you remembered you have home!” he said, and then turned to Joey “I’m glad you came back, despite the fact you made my brother a faggot such as yourself.” he said, a little less enthusiastic.

Joey ignored the comment and smiled weakly. “I’m glad to see you as well, Mokuba. I hope we will start to get along.” But Mokuba had nothing to say in reply.

He turned to his brother, dragging him to his room upstairs. “I need to show you something important!”

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Joey only sighed while watching the two brothers disappear upstairs.

He turned around, happy he didn’t forget the place. It woke up memories.


The aristocratic smell, everything about the big mansion... Everything had its charm, it was sophisticated and decorated with taste.

Kaiba really knew what life was. He had everything, after all. Joey sat on the sofa in the living room, when he decided it was too cold.

He sat on the floor near the fireplace. Golden color of fire was reflecting in his eyes, waking his memories. All the sorrow and all the joy he used to feel then.

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Flashback

“Mokuba, Joey is going to live with us.”

“But, big bro! Wasn’t it enough you two hooked up, now he has to live here and I have to watch you two…” the raven haired boy protested.

“I said what I had. No protests, Mokuba.” said Kaiba flatly.

“But, Seto” Joey interfered, “If the kid doesn’t want me here, it’s fine. Really fine. I won’t bother you two.”

“For the first time in my short life, I have to agree with him.” Mokuba said.

“Mokuba, go to your room!” Kaiba ordered. The boy frowned, the insolence was visible in his eyes. It was obvious that the boy didn’t want him in his house. But he retreated to his room, eagerly climbing up the stairs.

Seto turned to face Joey.

“We agreed and that’s it. My men are already bringing your things here.”

Joey hesitated for a moment, but then just nodded his head. Seto left him no space for discussion.

But it was badly wrong. Mokuba, obviously, was not prepared for something like that. Kaiba left him no choice than to reluctantly accept.

“As long as you are under my roof….” you know the thing. Like an angry parent, Kaiba was behaving. And Joey needed warmth and comfort, two strong arms to hold him close. So he remained silent about that. He was trying to make friends again with Mokuba. But Mokuba didn’t want that friendship.

It used to be ok, when Joey and Seto were just enemies. Mokuba loved Joey like he loved his own brother. But he couldn’t stand the fact his friend and his brother together in a romantic way.

If only he knew then, that there was no romance at all. Only coldness and distance.

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“I will work until late. Don’t know when I’ll come back. Don’t wait for me.” short and clear for Joey to know. Nothing new.

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Joey just spread his legs for Seto, like always. When the chestnut haired youth finished, he just turned his back and fell into sleep.

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Suddenly, when he reached to the brunette’s shoulder, Kaiba put his hand onto the blonde’s.

Joey froze at first, thinking he made some kind of mistake.

When he was just about to say something in apology, Kaiba took the sponge from his hand and tossed it aside.

They eyes met, but none of them readable.

The stream of water was hiding their expression.

Joey was standing like a rock while Kaiba was approaching, gently putting his hands on Joey’s shoulders, their faces millimeters apart.

Their noses brushed against each other, then Kaiba closed the distance between him and Joey.

Joey closed his eyes, giving into the feeling completely, aware that was happening once in a million years.

Maybe even rarer.

Kaiba was kissing him gently, pulling him closer.

Finally, the melting of ice berg.

Then new problems.

Joey’s moving out.

End flashback


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Mokuba’s room


“Look this algoritam that I’ve written. “ Mokuba shoved a piece of paper into Kaiba’s hands. The brunette looked at the algoritam, impressed how much Mokuba improved his skills. No kid his age could write that much complex algoritam.

He was very proud of him, of what he had made of his younger sibling. Everything he was doing, he was doing only for Mokuba. All that money, business, projects…Everything in order for him to be happy and have everything.

Could Mokuba understand his sacrifice? Yes, Kaiba was perfectionist, but he was that only because of habit. He got used to be workaholic, to work and fix until everything he was doing became pure perfection.

Mokuba had everything that he needed-good toys, good clothes, proper education, lots and lots of friends. All of that under Kaiba’s supervision.

But, could Mokuba sacrifice without objection, in return? Could he sacrifice once for his brother? Could he accept Joey?

Kaiba placed the piece of paper on Mokuba’s desk and sighed heavily.

“Good job, little brother. I’m very proud of you.” he said, letting the sadness occupy his face.

Mokuba noticed the change in his brother’s behavior. He knew very well what that was about.

“Listen, Seto…”

“Why can’t you just accept Joey?” Kaiba whispered, turning his back to Mokuba.

“He made you be faggot. How can I accept him?”

Mokuba was fifteen and he was old enough to understand. Yet, Kaiba was considering him more mature. Maybe he was wrong.

“No, he didn’t. Have you ever considered the fact I was the one who kissed him first, who wanted to date him?” Kaiba turned to face his brother.

Mokuba’s eyes widened in disbelief. “-You-, big brother?”

Kaiba nodded.

“It had always been my sexual preference. You knew that, Mokuba. You knew for the fact that I had many boyfriends before him. How can you accuse him?”

Mokuba lowered his head. He had to face with the real reasons.

“I guess…he used to be my close friend…I didn’t want you two hurt each other…”

“Well, that’s completely different thing, Mokuba.” Kaiba’s face softened. “I hope that you will improve your relations with Joey.”

“Do you…love him for real?” asked the younger, lifting his head to look in the eyes of his brother.

Kaiba paused for a second.

“Of course I love him. He’s the last man in my life.”

“Is it –that- serious?”

Kaiba sighed again, stroking the long hair of his brother with so much affection.

“I’m afraid it is.”

“But, big bro…Does Joey love you?”

“I think he does. But we have some problems…”

“Oh…” Mokuba lowered his head again.

“But I think it will be alright very soon. I might propose him.”

“You will…what?” Mokuba stepped back, blinking uncontrollably.

“You heard me, kiddo.”

Mokuba sat on his enormous bed, still blinking. That was really big shock for him. He just couldn’t swallow the information. He found it was hard for him to breathe. Like a panic attack.

Kaiba rapidly sat beside him, rubbing his back caringly.

“Mokie…?”

Mokuba was struggling for air just for several seconds more, before he could speak again.

He looked seriously at his brother.

“It’s just…I thought that nobody can capture your heart…the heart of great Kaiba Seto…” he burst into cry all of a sudden. It was the strange mixture of emotions, he was so confused. He was happy for his brother, yet he was so concerned. The worst thing was the struggle with his principles.

Could he accept his brother as homosexual? Could he accept his wishes and intentions?

It was Seto’s life, he could do whatever he wanted. Yet Mokuba had to sacrifice. Kaiba was the one who was sacrificing all the time.

Mokuba knew all of that, yet he wasn’t sure if he could put up with all of that.

Kaiba was hugging him tightly, confused by his brother’s behavior.

“I…love you so much, big brother…I just want you to be happy…” the teen was whispering between the strong sobs.

“I just can’t drop him, brother. I love him. Forgive me.” whispered the older.

Mokuba looked at him, his eyes shiny because of tears.

“I…understand. I’m really glad you found someone who you love….” Kaiba’s look was broken.

Mokuba grabbed his head by his own two hands, making their faces be very close.

“There is nothing to be forgiven.” he said calmly, then let go of his brother.

The raven haired teen stood up from the bed, untangling himself from brother’s arms.

“I have a date with Keiko. I have to go now.” he said and disappeared in his private bathroom.

Kaiba smiled. Mokuba was dating Keiko for a year now. She was nice girl that fitted Mokuba perfectly. Only the best for Kaiba Mokuba, as always.

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Joey shifted his gaze from fire to the silhouette before him. It took him a few seconds before his eyes got used to the difference between lights.

Kaiba sat beside him.

“Is everything ok between you and Mokuba?”

“I think it is, in fact.” said the brunette, smirking contently.

“How come?” asked Joey.

“I explained him something about you and me and he accepted.”

Joey just nodded. It was obvious Kaiba wasn’t in mood to talk about that subject.

“So, what’s the feeling being here again?” asked the blonde’s lover.

Joey sighed, looking around the room.

“Strange, but pleasant.” he replied in the end.

“I’ll have my men catch that Dan guy and punish him properly.”

“Punish him? How?”

“Jail. I have my sources and contacts, Joseph. Never ask me that again.” Kaiba said seriously.

“No violence?”

“No.”

“Ok, then. But you’re playing dirty.”

“As if the entire police don’t!” snorted Kaiba.

Joey just nodded.

‘Let’s have sex in your Jacuzzi.” Joey said all of a sudden, felling kind of in a mood.

Kaiba chuckled.

“My, my, horny little puppy!”

“I’ll show you what this puppy can do…” Joey jumped on Kaiba, pinning him against the floor.

“What about Jacuzzi?”

“Fuck Jacuzzi!” Joey muttered as he was biting Kaiba’s neck hungrily. “I’ll take you here.”

He just couldn’t get enough of Kaiba’s soft skin, all smelling lightly on cinnamon.
The smell was spreading in his nose, tickling his entire being from inside.

“I want you so much…” he said huskily, unbuttoning Kaiba’s black satin shirt.

“I want you so badly…” Kaiba said, emphasizing the last part of the sentence. He pulled Joey down, exploring his mouth like an animal, licking every inch of his cavern. He bit Joey’s lower lip and it started to bleed, but it didn’t matter. Lust was clouding their minds. Sexual energy they possessed was so strong, like a basic instinct.

Seto started to drink his lover’s blood, enjoying in every drop of it, until it stopped at last.

Then he lifted his beloved and carried him upstairs, to the master bedroom.

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The place was disaster.

Thrown clothes all over the place, remains of food as well.

It smelled bad.

Moans could be heard in the distance.

Behind one of the doors was a TV, and on the screen, a grotesque scene of two guys screwing each other senseless There was no beauty in those actions, not at all like when Seto and Joey were doing those things. Before the TV was a man, moaning loudly and jerking off with one of his muscular hands. He was still having his uniform on.

“We will do this, very soon, Joseph…And nobody can stop me…” he hissed through gritted teeth.

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TBC