Author's Info: Hi everyone. Name's Draconic Mage. First posting here on Fan Fiction. I wouldn't mind some feedback on these first three "chapters" (although they're really one chapter in writing). They will vary in length because I broke them up based on time frame.
The "whats": Listening to Sting's Desert Rose and reading ancient Egyptian mythology.
Disclaimer: I do not own Yu-Gi-Oh in any way, shape, or form. The characters Akara, Nafrit, and future OCs are mine unless duly noted.
Chapter One: Destiny's Disciple
"Lady Akara, are you ready? The ceremony will begin soon, and I doubt you wish to miss it. It is in your honor, after all," a voice called at the entrance to her private rooms. She looked toward the door and smiled kindly to the girl, her childhood friend who had chosen to follow in her footsteps. Why she would also become a priestess, Akara had never understood; her friend was one who cherished the idea of marriage. Renouncing it seemed completely out of character.
"Nafrit, this ceremony isn't only mine. You are also to become a priestess, although I don't understand why. I thought you wished to marry and have children. Why would you suddenly give up that dream?" She looked intently at her old friend, noticing the sad smile and the way she avoided her demanding gaze.
"Lady Akara, you and I have known each other since our childhood, and although I was only meant to be a servant you treated me as a friend. In return, I promised myself I would serve you faithfully. Because of this, I came to learn of the prophecy given to you at birth, and I learned of your unhappiness at having such a cruel fate thrust upon you. I know that's why you decided to become the future Pharaoh's high priestess; you don't want your heart to be stolen away and become attached to a man. This is the best way for you to ensure your loyalty to your duty.
"The truth is, Lady Akara, it's because of you I am becoming a priestess. While it's true I wish to marry, you are unable to even allow yourself to love any man beyond your brother and father. Because of this, I decided to sacrifice my happiness so I could stay beside you and continue to serve you. If my lady cannot marry, then I shall not marry either."
"Nafrit," Akara said, touched by the devotion and love of her friend, "you don't have to give up your dream of marriage. You have been a wonderful friend and more than helpful as my personal servant throughout the years. I will not deny you your dreams just so I can continue to enjoy your company. That is not fair to you or to your happiness."
"Don't you see, Lady Akara? This is why I wish to go with you. You devote and sacrifice everything for the sake of the people of Egypt, and I am honored to be by your side. If I married, I would not be able to aid you in the temples. Only a priest or a priestess may have such interaction with the High Priestess of Egypt on such a regular basis, and I would miss you too much, my lady."
"Thank you, Nafrit," Akara said with a gentle smile as she placed the ceremonial headdress on her head. "I suppose it is time we make our way to the temple now. It would not be good if we kept the people of Egypt waiting. They are in desperate need of a new High Priestess." She saw Nafrit nod before turning and making her way out the door. She looked straight ahead, toward the great temple. She did not wish to think about everything she would now be giving up; all she knew was that she would do anything to protect her brother, and Egypt, from the ensuing darkness.
