There is no immediate desire to settle down, but when he realizes he's stuck in an okay lifestyle, Bakura doesn't quite enjoy the idea of things being the way they are for the rest of his life. He wants more. And then there's Marik- the thrill that Bakura feels drawn to, propelling him to do things he knows he shouldn't want to do, and feel things he shouldn't want to feel. Marik actually isn't sure what he's feeling, but he loves it. It's new, it's exciting, it's powerful- but it's dangerous, and he still finds himself wanting more, although he doesn't dare to let himself act on it. It's human nature to want more. To spend your time how you want it, not to waste it on the mediocre. As long as they're happy, it shouldn't matter the consequences. But when the side effects of their bliss are disastrous, they can't help but feel a little...guilty. (Prequel to Alone Together)

Hello everyone. My name is Akefia Touzuko and I live with my friend Bakura. I wish I didn't though. Because the man we live with...he's mean. Really mean. I want to protect Bakura at all costs. But sometimes it isn't so easy...