The two news reporters looked up from their sheets of paper to the camera before them, the female speaking first.
"Good morning. This morning's headlines: the CEO of KaibaCorp is still missing, whilst the company's rival, Tetsu Tech, makes its mark in the gaming industry. Policemen ran a drug raid on Domino City's docks in the early hours, and flights have ground to a halt in Tokyo after a fire in an airport."
Speaking up, the male anchor opened up the first story.
"Seto Kaiba, famed CEO of the Kaiba Corporation, has gone missing along with his younger brother, Vice President Mokuba. KaibaCorp's rival - Tetsu Tech - has made use of the situation and cemented its position in the gaming industry, climbing the ranks to directly compete with KaibaCorp virtually overnight. CEO Miss Tetsu has declined to comment on the situation. It is speculated that-"
Abruptly, the screen went blank as the television was switched off, leaving the two to stare at their reflections in silence for a few moments. In the quiet, the silver-haired man swirled his wine around his glass before taking a sip.
"I must congratulate you on securing your position in the industry. I trust you will continue to hold your end of the bargain?" The young girl grit her teeth, but nodded. "Good. Now, off you go." With heavy steps - and a heavier heart - the teenager managed to stumble out of the dining room.
This was never part of the plan.
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Virtual Anonymity
FanfictionWhen a rival gaming company appears overnight in Domino, Seto Kaiba does his best to find information on its CEO. Rather than finding the information he wants, he's led down a confusing paper trail of anonymity, spilled tea, and inside jokes - will...
