Kaiba Seto

Belated Birthday Gifts!

2009-12-01T02:41:45Z

[[Sent to be delivered on Monday]]

-two open-ended reservations for a flight to Kunming (courtesy of KC Air)
-a 1% share in all KC holdings
-a Zippo, engraved with the kanji for 'fight' with a Chinese dragon coiled around it
-a silver cigarette case, similar to the one Tatsumi carries

Sanzo,

Happy birthday. Jounouchi and I thought you'd enjoy revisiting Dragon's Gate since you and Hakkai seemed to have had such a good time there before, and we figured you could use the other things. As for the stocks, that's from me to you. Hang on to them for a while - they'll be worth quite a bit when you go to sell them, and the money from that will ensure that your orphanage runs well for a long time to come.

Cheers,

Seto and Jounouchi

Birthday Greetings

2009-11-29T21:58:13Z

[Filtered to Sanzo]

I'm sure you love the attention and celebration as much as I do, but best wishes, and I hope you have a good day. I hear you're having Tsuzuki and Tatsumi down.

I figure you'll be all partied out by the end of the day, so I'll pass along our gift to you tomorrow. I'm sure you can wait a day and space out the excitement. **smirk**

Happy Birthday, Shizuka

2009-11-21T00:18:24Z

The traditional robin's egg blue box from Tiffany&Co. with the following inside:

-a gold charm bracelet with a gold seahorse charm

Also attached to the bracelet are the following:

-a gold imouto (younger sister) charm
-a gold dragon charm
-a gold sweet sixteen charm
-a gold Scorpio charm (set with a malachite crystal)

Shizuka,

You know that 'seahorse' is phonetically equivalent to Kaiba (even if the kanji are different) - we're all part of the same family. You have something to represent both Jounouchi and me there, something to commemorate the occasion, and something about you. When you find something you'd like to represent Mokuba, let me know, and we'll add it to the bracelet. And contrary to what Mokuba may have told you, sixteen does not equal 'car'. **smirk**

Happy birthday, Imouto.

Yours,

Katsuya and Seto

Underneath Seto's handwriting, Jounouchi has scrawled:

Love ya, Sis! ♥♥

To Piper

2009-11-15T22:45:17Z

[Filtered to Piper]

I know Jounouchi had contacted you to let you know about me.

I'm back home now.

I just wanted you to know.

And thanks...

An Invitation

2009-11-02T22:00:57Z

For those of you who have been around long enough, you know that every year, my company holds a black-tie Christmas party for its employees.

This year, I've decided to extend the invitation to attend to all of you, as well, should you wish to join us.

I move the location between our various corporate offices, and this year, I'm keeping it simple and having it in London. It's going to be on Saturday, December 5th, 2009, and will be held in the ballroom at the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park.

If you want to attend, comment here. Also, I have corporate aircraft at most of my offices that can bring you, and I do have suites booked as well, should you desire overnight accommodations, so you don't have to worry about expensing travel or lodging. Let me know if you need either. Or both.

Hopefully, Jounouchi and I will see some of you there.

A Request

2009-10-27T01:09:44Z

[Filtered to Tatsumi]

I need to borrow Kem for a little while. I know I could summon him myself, but I'd rather do this with your support, and besides, I'll need the energy for something else.

Just So You Know

2009-10-26T21:27:13Z

[Filtered to Jounouchi]

So you know, I'm in Chang'an with Sanzo and Hakkai, so if you need to reach me, that's where I am.

I plan on being home before the end of the week, but if that changes, I'll let you know.

Oh Look. A Meme.

2009-10-10T17:50:01Z

1. My uncle once: took me on a picnic.

2. Never in my life: will I have anything but contempt for Otogi Ryuiji.

3. When I was five: my brother was born.

4. High School was: a mind-numbing waste of time.

5. I will never forget: my family.

6. I once met: a former king. And I think he's an asshole.

7. There’s this girl I know who: once tried to kill me.

8. Once, at a bar: I beat the shit out of a guy.

9. By noon, I’m usually: solving problems.

10. Last night: I worked.

11. If only I had: a better way.

12. Next time I go to church/temple/synagogue/etc.: I will question why I'm there.

13. I think God: is just as fallible as man.

14. What worries me most: is not being strong enough.

15. When I turn my head left, I see: a potted palm and a window to the side yard.

16. When I turn my head right, I see: the office door.

17. You'll know I’m lying when: I want you to know that I am.

18. What I miss most about being a child: is actually being a child.

19. If I were a character in Shakespeare, I’d be: MacBeth.

20. By this time next year: I'll be a year closer to moving back home.

21. A better name for me would be: nothing. I like my name.

22. I have a hard time understanding: stupidity.

23. If I ever go back to school, I’ll: be visiting someone.

24. You know I like you if: you see me smile.

25. I believe in: me.

26. One of my faults would be: my ego.

27. Take my advice, never: get on my bad side.

28. My ideal breakfast is: coffee, an omelette, and those cheesy potatoes Jounouchi makes.

29. A song I love, but do not own is: I Am A Rock by Simon and Garfunkel.

30. If you visit my hometown, I suggest: going to Pizza-kun. They have a pie named after my brother… Believe me, I'm brimming with pride… **snorts**

31. If you want to surprise me with flowers, bring me: whatever. But unless I know you and would be interested in receiving them from you, be prepared to watch me dump them in the trash.

32. I've never understood why people: think they can outwit me.

33.If you spend the night at my house: try not to get lost.

34. I’d stop my wedding for: infidelity.

35. The world could do without: a lot of things.

36. I’d rather walk barefoot over a colony of fire ants than: go to a sleepover at Yugi's.

37. My favorite blonde is: Jounouchi.

38. Paper clips are more useful than: a lot of the people who work for me.

39. If I do anything well, it’s: run my company.

40. And by the way: this meme was thirty-nine questions too long.

Jounouchi's Meme

2009-09-30T21:25:28Z

01. Where did your last kiss take place? Figuratively speaking, on my ass by some annoying sycophant.

02. Who knows a secret or two about you? Jounouchi.

03. Three words to explain why you last threw up? I was sick.

04. Have you ever burned yourself? How emo do you think I am?

05. What's crazy to you? 99% of the world.

06. Do you have any siblings? One younger brother.

07. Who is probably talking a load of crap about you right now? Otogi probably tops the list.

09. Would you ever want to be a model? Fuck, no!

10. Who is the most experimental person you know? Watari Yutaka

11. Who do you want to be with right now? Jounouchi.

12. Your motivation for tomorrow? It's tomorrow.

13. Last person to hurt you emotionally? Me.

14. Last person to make you laugh? Jounouchi.

15. Last thing you drank? Water.

16. Have you ever eaten an insect? Yes.

17. Do daddy long legs freak you out? No.

18. Have you ever cleaned up someone else's vomit? Hell no!

19. Have you ever dropped food on the floor and eaten it? No.

20. Do you kiss your pets on the mouth? Just one. **smirk**

21. What's your favorite season? Winter.

22. What serial killer do you find most disturbing? I've never really thought about it. Hitler, I guess.

23. Would you ever work in a retirement home? No.

24. Do you believe plants have feelings? No.

25. Do you have nervous twitches? No.

26. Are you ever purposely irritating? Why would I do that? **smirk**

27. If you could fly, where would you go first? I can fly. Or are you talking like Superman?

28. Love or lust? One can lead to the other.

29. One best friend or 10 acquaintances? One best friend.

30. Favorite food? Filet mignon.

31. Do you still talk to your first love? Yes.

32. What upcoming event are you waiting and ready for? Thanksgiving.

33. Current smell? ... What the hell kind of question is that?

34.Do you get your nails done? Often.

35. Most favorite people? My family. (You know who you are.)

36. What was the last thing you ordered at McDonald's? McChicken. With extra mayonnaise.

37. Are you an emotional person? **laughing** Oh yes.

38. Do you like your name? **shrugs** It's alright.

39. Do you still talk to the last person you kissed? Yes.

40. Do you have plans this weekend? Sort of.

41.Do you get along with your parents? I don't remember them, and my stepfather was an asshole.

42. What are you listening to right now? Muted office noise.

43. Biggest fear? Failing.

44. Do you hate anybody? Yes.

45. Does anyone hate you? Yes.

I'm Feeling Quite Zen Today...

2009-09-29T21:25:51Z

[Filtered to Sanzo]

Hey, if you're looking to have some sort of religious experience, I have a suggestion...

Maybe head to the Bao'en Monastery. If you're not familiar with it, it's in Pingwu County in the northwestern part of the Sichuan province.

The ruins of the old monastery are something to see even to this day, and I think you'd find the new temple quite spiritually fulfilling...

Birthday Presents

2009-09-21T17:45:20Z

[Delivered yesterday afternoon to Hakkai, just before dinner]

A LG 37" LCD widescreen flat panel television, the mounting hardware to put it on the wall, and a Bose home theatre system.

With it came a birthday card:

Hakkai,

Being a technophile, you had to know I'd get you something like this. Before we leave for the night, Jounouchi and I will get you all set up. Perhaps you didn't need it, but it's something I think you'll like - especially when you see how much floor space you'll have freed up in your living room simply by mounting this on the wall.

Happy birthday, Old Man.

~Jounouchi and Seto

Do Me A Favour...

2009-09-11T23:39:21Z

[Filtered to Shizuka]

If your mother calls you, or leaves you a message, let me know?

She's being a real bitch to your brother, and I'm not happy. It wouldn't surprise me if she tries to pull some of the same shit with you.

[Filtered to Mokuba]

Keep an eye on Shizuka for me. Let me know if she suddenly starts acting differently.

Her mother's not pleased with me, so she's stirring up shit with Jounouchi, and I'm betting it might extend to Shizuka, too.

I need you to do this, Mokuba.

A Gift For the Happy Couple (Backdated to Saturday Night)

2009-09-09T18:36:20Z

-A Tiffany Refresher Set

-A digital photo frame

-A digital camera

Dear Leo and Piper:

The traditionalist side wanted the crystal. The tecchie side wanted the camera and frame. So we compromised and got both!

The camera is a good, simple one to use, and it takes decent pictures. I think you'll get some use out of it.

All the best to you both.

Cheers,

~Jou and Seto

We're Back In the USA

2009-09-05T13:03:58Z

Jounouchi and I are in San Francisco for Piper's wedding reception tonight. We arrived late last night, and are staying at the Mandarin Oriental. We'll be in town until Monday, then will be flying out to Boston. I've been invited to give a lecture at Harvard Business School on Wednesday, and we have a few other things to take care of while we're on the east coast.

I'm looking forward to seeing Piper again. And some of the others who will be there. To those of you who are going, we'll see you tonight.

That Was Easy and Uneventful - Perfect

2009-09-04T00:39:00Z

Mokuba and Shizuka are in Switzerland now, ready to start their new year. For the first time I can remember, I didn't have to fight with Mokuba to get him ready to go. Though, I think the fact that his girlfriend will be going to the same school as him and he'll get to see her every day away from his big brothers helps. **smirks**

Still, he gave us a quick tour of the campus, helped Shizuka bring her luggage to her house, and when the two of them went off to get their schedules and such, we left.

It's going to be an interesting year - him in Grade 10, her in Grade 11. God, in two years, I'm going to have to start thinking about colleges for her...

Off Again

2009-08-13T01:47:44Z

Jounouchi and I are returning to Japan tomorrow morning. We'll be there through to the end of the weekend.

...We have a funeral to attend.

At this point, I should almost change my address to 'transitory' with as much as I've been travelling as of late.

Email to Jounouchi

2009-08-13T01:35:36Z

Hi Jou-kun.

Long time no talk, ne? Ha ha...yeah, that's like, totally my fault, I know.

Look, I know it seems sudden, but I really need to talk to you. Can you call me? Please? It's kind of important, and I really don't want to do this by email. Besides, I've really missed talking to you, and the sound of your voice.

Hope to hear from you soon!

~Yugi

Hn.

2009-08-04T02:15:55Z

Well...fuck.

[Private Entry]

So for the last six years, Gozaburo has been cheating death. Fucking bastard. I can't say I'm sad that Tatsumi was the one who caught him. I almost wish I could have been there to see the look on that asshole's face.

And to think that son of a bitch was secretly trying to amass power to take me on. As if!

But Tatsumi...I can't tell if he's feeling guilty about what he did, or about how much he enjoyed it... ~~Somehow, I suspect the latter~~

Just A Quick Note

2009-07-28T02:28:52Z

Moving day is on Thursday. We'll be settled in to the new house in London by Saturday.

Those of you who need updated contact information for us, I've sent it to your emails. Those of you who didn't get the memo, sorry about your luck.

Word Meme

2009-07-14T00:24:55Z

These were given to me by jk_not_a_mutt, subject to my interpretation. If you want your own, let me know.

Dragon

My nickname, but only one person can call me that because he's the one who gave it to me. Apparently, I have some dragon-like qualities - smart, cunning, fierce, protective, loyal, ruthless. And here I thought I was practically the boy next door... **snickers**

Koinu

It means 'puppy'. It's a nickname I've given to one person, and as such, I'm the only one entitled to use it on him. Those of you who know him will have to agree it fits - sometimes, when you look at him, you can practically see the ears and tail...

Japan

My home. I've travelled to many places in the world, but no matter where I am, I always find I miss Japan.

Balance

Call it physics, call it philosophy, but everything needs to be balanced out by an equal but opposite force. Yin and yang. The other half of your soul. The one thing that allows you to be content, despite all the shit that happens.

Trust

Hard to earn, easy to lose, a privilege not a right. But if you have mine, it means you must have impressed me somehow.

Words Meme

2009-07-12T14:06:40Z

Words, from sanzo_31. He gave me the words, I defined them as to what they meant to me. If you want words from me, reply.

Corporation

KaibaCorp. My company. I've been the CEO since just after I turned fourteen. At the time, it was a weapons manufacturer. I changed the direction and it's now the leading producer of electronic games and virtual reality simulations in the world. I have offices in Frankfurt, London, New York, Los Angeles, Domino (Tokyo), and Hong Kong.

Family

The most important thing to me. My driving motivation. I have family who aren't blood relatives, but it doesn't matter.

Past

For a long time, I had no interest in the past. I only wanted to move forward. But I've found that's not a good way to think. Our past defines us, and while we may not like it, it makes us who we are now. Besides, without acknowledging my past, I would never have reunited with my uncle, or met Jounouchi.

Relaxation

I don't have a lot of time for this, given my job, but I've been trying to make the time. I like to visit gardens. They're like an oasis in the city.

Sparring

**amused snort** Sparring is a great way to relieve stress. I highly recommend it. Provided you're not worried about getting hurt in the process.

Since My Life Is That Damned Interesting...

2009-07-12T13:15:07Z

We'll be heading back to Frankfurt this afternoon.

It's been a good week of vacation. Shizuka and Mokuba spent most of their time in the pool or on the beach - which reminds me, Mokuba, you are not bringing home the shells, starfish, and other miscellaneous shit you found in the tide pools. Knowing you, you'll stash them somewhere on the plane and then forget about them, and if I have to have it cleaned, I'm going to be beyond pissed off. So, I'd better not see a hint of that revolting bag of marine life.

Shopping was alright, too. We've picked out some things for the new house, and it will all be delivered the first week of August. Since that is arranged, that means that this week and next, we'll have the decorators in to paint and finish the rooms, and in Germany, packing will commence. I suppose we'll make our move to London to coincide with the deliveries. It's the most logical.

Given all the time off I've taken lately, I'm going to have to work extra hours to catch up. It's not like there's a fill in for my position. **snorts** I suppose I'll work regular hours at the office, and then work from home in the evenings. That way, Jounouchi can keep an eye on my activities and make sure I don't forget to do some of the important things. Like eat. Or sleep.

Thank You

2009-07-12T02:54:57Z

[Filtered to Bella]

Thanks for the package you sent. The zucchini bread was good. I haven't tried it yet with the cream cheese, but just plain, it's nice.

Parties Are Fun - Unless You're Working Them

2009-07-08T00:31:02Z

Today is Mokuba's birthday. He turned fifteen. God help me with that...

He's always had a pool party for his birthdays since he's been about ten. He likes them, and I've made them happen. Since we don't have a pool in Frankfurt, we rented a house on the Isle of Wight for a week. It's nice, and it gives him the option of beach or pool.

It was a small affair this time - I didn't have to endure twenty of his schoolmates running around all over. Just family. It was a fair bit of work - usually, I plan it, which I'm exceptionally good at, and someone else makes it happen. This time, we brought it together, too, and I think it went over well. He was happy, and that's what's important.

We're going to show Mokuba and Shizuka the new house while we're here, and take them shopping so they can pick out things for their rooms. And we have to get a few other things, too.

The Kaibas And Company Hit Harrods

**snorts** Sounds like an incredibly awful made-for-tv movie...

Mail Call!

2009-07-03T00:21:09Z

[Sent Overnight Express from Paris to Frankfurt for Shizuka]

-a pink dog lil' snuggler
-an Anubis plushie

Shizuka,

After talking with you, I thought you might be able to find a use for these... I know the one is a little juvenile, but I also know you like pink, and it was sort of...cute. (It reminded me of your brother when he's sleeping... ¬_¬ )

We'll see you and Mokuba on Saturday evening. Until then, take care.

Yours,
~S.