Prophecy

By Millennium

Notes/ Words:

Kemetic: The language spoken by the Ancient Egyptians. Translations are provided at the start of each chapter.

Heka: the Magic powers each person has. The stronger the heka, the stronger one's Kaa can become.

Kaa: Kaa Monster like things that can be done by people who have the ability to do so. The Kaa's are made by a part of the person's spirit so if the Kaa is hurt, the damage goes to the person who made the Kaa. (Like Duel Monsters and Life Points) The Kaa cannot be seen by regular people. There is a theory that the Kaa becomes stronger by the "wish to survive".

Kuru Eruna: A village made of bandits. The person who started this village was someone who worked for the Pharaoh, but ended up and became a grave/tomb robber. Bakura originated from this village. This village perished because when making the Sennen items, the Priests needed 99 bodies to sacrifice.

The Creation of the Millennium Items: They were created 3000 (more accurate Japanese version)/ 5000 (English dub) years ago during the reign of Pharaoh Akunamukanon. The Kingdom of Kemet was under foreign invasion. Their target, the Book of Millennium Magic. In order to preserve the Kingdom and keep the power of Millennium magic out of the invaders hands, a ritual was performed, the Alchemy of Darkness. The Ritual took place at Kuru Eruna, and there the sacrifice of 99 bodies was up-taken as part of the ritual. The remains were cast into the alloy that would be used to make the Items; all of them were melted together with and into the gold. The mold would later become known as the Pharaoh's Memory.

Talking

Note that certain characters don't show up on , instead other characters will be used to replace them.

"…" Normal talking

'…' Thinking

‡…‡ Ancient Egyptian (Where other languages are spoken)

±…± English (Where other languages are spoken)

#….# Japanese (Where other languages are spoken)

/…/ Hikari to Yami

/./…/./ Yami to Hikari

…. Telepathic

[…] Authors Notes

«…» Place

¿… ¿ Translations

1: Events as They Come

¹: Annu – High Priest

²: Similar to the cape that Yami/Atemu wears in the Egyptian Arc

³: Ankh Udja Seneb – Long live the King!

A young princess, in her early twenties, walked along the River Nile bank. Her black hair with reddish tips, fluttering behind her, crimson coloured eyes gazing over the lush water, admiring the wildlife and looking at the beautiful Lotus flowers. Lotus Flower, was her name; Seshen. Pausing, she knelt down beside the river bank, watching as a blue lotus flower floated towards her, as she placed her fingertips in the water and caught the water flower, she smiled, admiring its beauty. Holding it tightly in her hand she brought it up against her chest, near her heart, closing her eyes, she remembered the moments when her mother was still alive. She smiled at the memories. Such sweet times…

"Princess?" Came a voice from behind her.

"Hmm?" Seshen replied open her eyes and standing up.

"The Pharaoh requests your presence at a meeting with the council." It was a palace guard who had his head bowed down in respect.

"Tell Akunumkanon I will be there soon." She replied as she turned around sighing.

"As you wish Princess Seshen." Crossing a fist over his bare chest as he bowed then left.

Seshen then turned back, looking longingly at the peaceful river, before taking her leave. She put two fingers to her mouth and gave a sharp whistle. At once a white horse with golden coloured markings behind the eyes, along the neck and on the rump came trotting up. She bent down near a palm tree and grabbed a gold embossed saddle and reins, which she put upon the horse. Moving it a little to test if it were secure, she jumped on, though sat to one side, for she was wearing an elegant white dress with gems along the collar and gold trimmings. Snapping on the reins once the horse started to move, though keeping a fairly fast speed, but not fast enough for Seshen to fall off.

Within minutes she had arrived at the palace, walking up to the gates, a palace guard saw her and immediately let her in. One of the stable boys ran up as Seshen jumped off her horse, handing over the reins she walked off, as the stable boy lead the horse to the royal stables.

Walking up the steps, a priestess followed behind her.

"What is it this time?" Princess Seshen asked.

"Annu¹ Akunadean informed the Pharaoh of the rising issue."

"You mean…?" Seshen said trailing off.

"Yes. I believe there will be another war." Priestess Sehka said with a look of seriousness.

"We've had peace for so long, why now?"

"I-I don't know the answer to that Princess."

"That's okay. So where is the meeting going to be held?"

"Second court room… but should you get a little bit more…"

"Cleaned up?" Seshen said laughing. "Oh, C'mon, Akunumkanon and Akunadean are used to the way I dress. I grew up with them anyway. Though I guess you're right. Who will be there?" Seshen asked as they took a left and walked towards her private chambers.

"Pharaoh's entire council."

"What?!" Catching Sehka's look, she sighed. "Is it that bad?"

"Yes. I'm afraid it is. According to Annu Akunadean the opposing side is already assembling their forces."

"But why though? Can't we just all get along?" Stopping as she got to her door that a guard was leaning against, snoozing. Sehka snickered as he gave a loud snore. "Oh. Ah, EHEM!" Seshen said loudly as the guard snapped awake, muttering a quick apology and moving aside to allow them entry.

Walking inside she headed over the bathing chambers and began to clean up. She wouldn't bother with bathing, just cleaning off the dirt upon her face, arms and legs. Priestess Sehka walked the chamber and setting down a clean dress, jewelry and a crimson coloured cloak ².

Seshen rolled her eyes as she changed into her Royal clothing. She was adjusting the crown upon her head that had the udjat eye in the center.

"Honestly. I don't think any of this is necessary." Seshen said as she slipped a necklace over her head, one that was given to her by her mother.

"Well, I guess its so people know your power?" Priestess Sehka said shrugging. Seshen just stared, stopped in a mid-move to clipping on a bracelet. "Oh, come on. We have this discussion every time you are asked to wear your royal dress."

Seshen frowned then finished clipping her bracelet on. "I don't know… I really don't think any of this is necessary."

"But, you're a princess. You should be in the correct dress." She said as she walked up to Seshen putting her ear rings on.

"Not the clothes… the meeting. I- I just can't be bothered with it." She gave a sigh and threw on her cape. "Never mind. Just forget it." She said as she walked back into her room, giving her hair a quick brush down. Priestess Sehka nodded, towards the door. Seshen looked up and gave a smile. Putting her brush down, as the person at the doorway came to greet her.

"Ah, dear Seshen, you look lovely as always." The man said as he embraced her.

"Akunumkanon, brother dear. Please, I don't look that nice." She said returning the hug.

"Modest as always I see. Come now, we have a meeting to attend." He said as he made his way for the door, Priestess Sehka and Seshen following behind.

Walking down the hallway in silence, they took a right before going up the stairs then taking a left. Priestess Sehka held the door open for both Seshen and Akunumkanon to go through, then she followed after them. The large room was aloud with the chattering and murmur of voices, however this died down as Akunumkanon made his appearance, followed by Seshen, everyone fell silent, as they rose from their seats, then took a quick bow.

"You may be seated." Akunumkanon said as he took to his chair at the head of the table. Seshen took a seat on his right side, Akunadean already on his left. Seshen gave a quick wave to her other brother and he nodded in response.

"As you are all aware," Akunumkanon said, standing up as he addressed his council, "I have been made Pharaoh, as my father has decided to retire from the throne early. So all matters will now be addressed to me, as father is an old man now, he has entrusted me to look after his Kingdom, with or without him. Now I believe this meeting was called by Annu Akunadean, something about an up coming war?" He said as he sat down, and Akunadean stood up.

"Yes, this is true. Some five weeks ago, I sent a solider to infiltrate enemy head quarters and learn their secrets, his mission was a great success." A applause sounded, but stopped as he continued to speak again, "However, with recent events, he found out, two days back, that they are planning an attack on our fair Kingdom, that is why, I called this meeting today."

A loud murmur went up through the council. Seshen looked around and recognized many of them, there was Kepura, an accomplished magician and healer, Atenza, a man who had the same ability as hers – the sense the truth, Sehka had already joined her and was seated next to Seshen, Sehka was a great seer however her powers only worked in her dreams, Secmenton had strong yet untapped powers that were yet to be revealed. Her crimson eyes surveyed the council in boredom, she was never really one who enjoyed meetings, the advisor's seat was empty – her father's advisor was most likely else where and her brother's, Akunumkanon's was wherever the first advisor was.

She suppressed a yawn, ignoring the glare Akunadean gave her. Seshen was barely even listening to any of the words the council was talking about, something about war plans, best tactics etc. It didn't mean much to her.

Suddenly she sat up and frowned, Akunumkanon automatically noticed the change. "Seshen, what's wrong?"

She got a blank look in her eyes and spoke in a dull voice, "A life you know will be taken tonight." Standing up she looked at the door, all eyes on her, "Guards, move away from the door."

The guard's did as they were bid, unsure as to what was happening, when suddenly the doors burst open and Seshen snapped back to reality.

"My Pharaoh!" Called her father's advisor, "Your father's situation has-"

"FATHER!" Cried Seshen as she ran out of the room, the council following.

Akunadean remained behind, "What has happened?"

"Annu Akunadean, the old Pharaoh is getting more sick! His body temperature is decreasing by the second!" Cried the advisor.

Akunadean nodded then requested to be lead the way, once they had arrived they saw everyone gathered in the old Pharaoh's bed chambers.

"Akunadean, my son… You are here…" Came a weak voice from the large bed.

Seshen had tears done her cheeks but was silent, her hand clutching her fathers.

"The entire council is here, father." Seshen murmured, her eyes closed.

"Look at me, daughter." Seshen opened her eye's too look at her father's tired face.

"Evening, Father."

"Ah, Seshen… You are the splitting image of your mother…" He ran his hand over her face then turned to Akunumkanon. "And you, Akunumkanon, my eldest son. I've been hearing great news about you, I see that you are taking your role as the Pharaoh of Kemet seriously."

"What it does to please you." He said, taking a bow.

"Akunadean, look after your little sister, and know that I hold you all equal in my heart. You all have made me a proud man, father and Pharaoh. Farewell." He murmured, his eyes slid closed, his limps became limp and his breathing ceased.

"Father? Father!" Seshen cried, but there was no response, she lay her head down on the blankets and sobbed softly.

Everyone in the room bowed down their heads in respect, murmuring a soft prayed then lifted their heads, "Ankh Udja Seneb ³." They coursed as one voice.

"Ankh Udja Seneb." Seshen whispered as she stood.

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