Summary: Pharaoh Atemu has a son named Yuugi. He raises the child without a wife and seems to do so efficiently. Being the Pharaoh of Egypt, however, brings many enemies. Could Bakura kill a young child?

Disclaimer: I don't own Yu-Gi-Oh or any of the characters!

Author's Note: I'm dedicating this story to Dan Green because he inspired it. He always viewed Yuugi and Yami's/Atemu's relationship as more of a father/son kind of "pairing". (He didn't actually say anything about the plot, which was my idea)

And special thanks to my good friend Siigy for helping me develop the plot. Thanks so much hun! This story is also dedicated to her because she was literally my co-writer in this. If it weren't for her, I wouldn't have gotten past chapter 3. Thank you sooooooooo much!

And now, on with the story!

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Prologue: A Gift From Heaven

The crowd roared with excitement as the Pharaoh raised his son into the sky for everyone to see. The boy had been born a few days earlier, healthy as possible. The Pharaoh smiled as his people bowed to him and his son. He brought the baby back into his arms and returned to the palace. He chuckled as his son cooed happily, squirming about in his blanket.

"Yes, my son. That will be your kingdom some day." The Pharaoh's rich, deep voice made the newborn coo quietly again, as if speaking to his father.

"Pharaoh," It was Mahado, his faithful servant and one of his five high priests. "I wish to congratulate you once again on the birth of your son."

He smiled. "Thank you, Mahado." He looked down at his son's smiling face. "Amisi would have loved him."

Mahado bowed his head. "Do not fear, my Pharaoh. I am confident that the gods will take good care of her. She will watch over the both of you from her place in the after life. As will Aknadin and your father."

The king took a deep breath and slowly let it out. "Yes, that's very true. I know she'll be happy there. I only wish that . . ." He shook his head. "There's no point in wishing for what cannot be changed. Thank you, Mahado."

The baby in his arms reached out for Mahado, quietly laughing. The magician was amazed. "He's only a few days old and yet he's laughing and so very active."

"What would you expect from the son of my cousin, Mahado?" Seto, the Pharaoh's right hand priest said. "I wouldn't be surprised if he started walking tomorrow."

Atemu chuckled. "Yes that's true." Seeing his son wanted Mahado to hold him, he looked down at the mage. "Please, stand, my friend."

Mahado stood and blinked when something was pressed against his chest. He looked down and was surprised to see Atemu's newborn grabbing at his robe, begging to be held by the magician. He looked at the Pharaoh, confused.

Seto rolled his eyes. "Well, take him. He wants you to hold him."

Mahado slowly lifted his arms to cradle the boy. Keeping his head in the crook of his arm, he made sure that the baby was comfortable and secure. The baby squealed quietly, batting at the cones dangling from Mahado's Millennium Ring.

The three men smiled at the boy. Mahado looked up at the king. "My Pharaoh, if I may ask, have you decided on a name for him?"

Atemu nodded. "Yes. I've decided to call him Yuugi."

Seto raised an eyebrow. "Yuugi? What language is that?"

"Do you remember when the warriors called Samurai came to help us in the battle with the shadow monsters? I spoke with one of the priests that accompanied them. He told me about the best samurai they had brought. He was a powerful fighter, never been beaten. His name was Yuugi." Atemu smiled at the baby. "I can tell my son will be just as strong one day."

Mahado smiled. "It's a wonderful name, my Pharaoh."

Yuugi squeaked as he yawned. His eyes slowly closed and his hand slipped off of the golden cone he grabbed onto. Mahado chuckled. "The poor boy. He must be exhausted after today."

"I'll put him to rest." Atemu carefully took him from the magician and walked towards his bedroom. He pushed open the door with his back, making sure to do it slowly so as not to make any noise.

Yuugi still slept peacefully as Atemu made his way over to the crib. It was carved from alabaster stone and it stood on four legs, just beside Atemu's bed. There were short walls surrounding a luxurious, warm blanket to keep him from falling out. The cross points on the walls of the crib had short stone posts sticking up. One of them had a necklace tied to it.

Atemu stared sadly at the necklace. He had given it to Amisi when they wed. It was known as Isis' Knot and was a symbol of welfare and life. Now it was tied to Yuugi's crib so he would always have a piece of his mother with him. Atemu gently placed Yuugi in the cradle and kissed his forehead. "Sleep well my son."

The Pharaoh sat down on his own bed and watched Yuugi as he slept peacefully. He watched the boy take small, quiet breaths. They were even and came at a steady beat.

As Atemu watched his son, he noticed just how similar the newborn was to Amisi. His amethyst eyes sparkled just like hers. His skin was soft like hers, as well. She brightened up the room with just her presence and it seemed that she had passed that trait onto her only child.

"My dearest Yuugi. I wish you could have met your mother. I wish she could have seen you before she died." Atemu wiped away a tear. "Amisi would have loved you. It may not be fair that you must grow up without a mother, but I do not doubt the Gods' decision. They have reasons for what they do and I trust them."

He gently brushed the spiked bangs from the baby's face. He was so soft and sweet. Atemu knew he was a gift from the Gods. A gift he was extremely appreciative of. "I only hope and pray that I raise you properly. May the Gods give me the strength and wisdom to shape you into a wise and just king."

He stood up and sighed. Atemu left the room and turned towards Isis, another priest under his command. "Isis, I have a favor to ask of you."

"I would be honored to help you in anyway that I could, my Pharaoh." She bowed respectfully.

He smiled. "Would you please keep an eye on my son for a moment? There's something I need to do."

"Of course." She bowed once again and entered the Pharaoh's chambers. Atemu shut the door after her and walked towards the temples to honor the Gods for the gift they have given him.

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Short I know, but the next chapter will be longer! PLEASE REVIEW!!