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P.S.S Atem and Yuugi are both five years old but Atem is a couple of months older.
I forgot to say this in the previous chapter so I'm saying it now. I do not own Yu-Gi-Oh.
The king, queen, and heir of the Silver Moon Kingdom finally arrived at the palace. As they were approaching the entrance, Yuugi peeked out from her mom's dress and stared with eyes wide open at the palace. The palace to her was gigantic. Her palace was just half the size of this one.
The Blazing Sun Palace was magnificent during the daytime. The massive structure was supported by columns decorated with colorful drawings and hieroglyphics. The sun's rays reflected off the sandstones of the palace making it as radiant as the sun.
As they carriage finally stopped and they got off, Yuugi saw that miniature statues of the Winged Dragon of Ra lined both sides of the pathway that led inside the palace. As they walked toward the entrance, Yuugi saw the exquisite details on the statues. They looked so life-like. She wouldn't be surprised if the statues started flapping their wings and flying around.
They made it to the palace's entrance. A servant was waiting for them. She bowed her head and told them to follow her to the throne room. They trailed silently behind her.
Queen Layla and King Nuru looked straight ahead, ignoring their surroundings as if they came here everyday while Yuugi kept twisting her head, absorbing the scenery. The hallway was decorated with large, beautiful paintings of previous rulers of the Blazing Sun Kingdom, the oldest at the back and the most recent at the front.
Yuugi loved the paintings but she couldn't help but feel a little bit claustrophobic as big as they were. She held onto her mom's dress for support and tried not to trip on it.
Layla felt a slight tug on her dress. She didn't have to look down to know that it was her daughter. She hated being stern to Yuugi but she needed her to behave so that she wouldn't upset the king and make a bad impression of their kingdom.
"Yuugi."
Yuugi looked up at her mom with soft amethyst eyes that also held slight fear.
Layla spoke to her sweetly with a hint of sternness in her voice. "I need you to behave better than this. You are a princess. You must act more regal."
Yuugi looked down at her feet with shame. "Sorry Mama."
For the first time, Nuru spoke up. "Heed your mother's advice Yuugi," he said, not holding back any harshness. "You are acting like a cowardly lion."
Yuugi's eyes started filling with tears but she quickly blinked them away before they could fall. She hated being scolded especially by her stepfather.
Layla patted Yuugi's hand, reassuring her then turned to her husband. "Now,now Nuru. Our daughter is still young. She'll grow out of it with time," she said too sweetly for his liking.
A flash of anger was in his amber eyes but it was gone as fast as it came. "Of course, my dear."
Layla was completely unaware of her husband as she was in her thoughts. I hope my sweet lotus will come out of her shell someday and soon.
They reached the door leading to the throne room. The servant bowed her head, leaving them to tend to the rest of her chores. The guards at the door bowed to them and one of them opened the door to announce their arrival to the king and prince.
Before they entered, Yuugi saw the last painting. She assumed it was the king and crowned prince. Before she could take a closer look, she was pulled into the throne room, her hand still clinging to her mom's dress. Remembering what her mother said, she stood tall, trying to look as regal as possible but still hiding behind her mother somewhat. She entered the chamber with slight anxiety in her.
Atem's POV
Atem was standing in front of a full length mirror with his favorite and most trusted servant, Dalila, fussing over his attire making sure that everything was in place for the visit of the royal family. Atem had a tan skin tone, a beautiful shade for a boy as young as he is. He had exotic crimson eyes that made anybody do anything he wanted even if his father was against certain wishes. His most distinguishing feature was his hair. Most of it was shaped like a starfish, all in black but tipped in crimson. He had blond bangs but a few of them stuck up like lightning.
Atem looked at what he was wearing while Dalila made some last adjustments. He wore a light brown tunic that fit him perfectly with a red sash around his petite waist. He wore pure gold armbands on both of his upper arms and a gold ring on his left ring finger. His father told him that his mother was going to give it to him when he started his studies but since she died, his father decided to give it to him early. He never took it off since. He also wore white shoes. The crown on his head was gold with wings on the sides and the Eye of Horus on the front, sitting under his bangs.
Dalila stepped back, admiring her work. She had light tan skin and black hair that cascades like a waterfall. She also has stunning green eyes. Since she was a close friend of the prince he gave her a small diamond necklace to represent their friendship. Dalila has nurtured and raised Atem as if he was her own son so she is like a mother to him rather than a servant.
"There. You are perfect," she said with pride.
"Thanks Dalila," said Atem, excited to see the royal family. He's never been outside the palace walls so he's very excited on seeing them for the first time.
Dalila grabbed his hand. "Let's get going. King Akunumkanon must be wondering where you are."
Instead of Dalila leading him out of his room, Atem practically dragged Dalila out into the corridor, both of them giggling as they ran to the throne room.
The throne room that Dalila and Atem had just entered was somewhat bland but still held expensive items. There was a red satin rug in front of the main door. The rug ended at a small set of stairs leading up to two golden thrones.
The king was pacing back and forth in front of the thrones then he stopped when he saw Atem and Dalila entering from the side door.
"There you are," Akunumkanon said, worry in his voice. "The Silver Moon royal family will arrive any minute."
"Sorry Father." Atem hated making his worry so much. He felt like he was making him older faster than he should by stress instead of age. "Dalila was fixing me up."
"My apologies Your Majesty," she said from the door, bowing her head.
"It's quite alright Dalila," Akunumkanon said while nudging Atem to the right throne. "You always strive for perfection."
"You make it sound like it's a bad thing Your Majesty," said Dalila, a slight grin on her face.
The king smiled back. "Depends on the situation."
"If you'll excuse me Your Majesty, I have other chores to attend to."
"Yes, of course. You may go."
Dalila bowed her head to the king, waved good-by to Atem, then left.
As soon as King Akunumkanon sat down on the other throne, one of the guards guarding the main doors poked his head out.
"Your Majesty, the king, queen, and princess of the Silver Moon Kingdom are here."
"Bring them in please."
The guard nodded his head and both guards opened the door wider to allow the royal visitors inside. Atem wanted to jump up and down on his seat but kept his composure.
The royal family entered the chamber with grace in their steps. Once they reached a couple of feet away from the stairs. Nuru bowed and Layla and Yuugi curtsied.
"Ah, my dear friends, welcome to my beautiful kingdom," King Akunumkanon said with his arms wide open as they stood up properly. Akunumkanon walked down the stairs toward them, Atem following behind.
"Your Majesty, we're delighted to finally meet you," said Queen Layla, a bright smile on her porcelain face.
"Yes, I agree. This is better than writing letters all the time. I trust your trip here went well?"
"It was fine," Nuru answered. "It's good to see a change in scenery."
"And where is your daughter Queen Layla?"
"She is right here." Layla looked down at Yuugi behind her, nudging her forward. "Say hello."
Atem gasped lightly at seeing the princess. Even if they were different genders and had different skin colors, they looked practically alike. Her hairstyle was the same as his except hers was tipped in amethyst and all her bangs were down. She wore a simple white dress that flowed fluently with her every move and white sandals. On top of her head was a small circlet silver crown.
Yuugi curtsied once more, almost tripping on her own feet, and glanced at the king and prince before quickly looking down. "Hello your Majesties," she said softly.
Atem's breath got caught in his throat when he saw Yuugi's eyes. They are what really got his attention. They were beautiful amethyst eyes that sparkled like jewels.
Yuugi glanced up at the prince, finding him staring at her. She looked back down, blushing a little. Atem realized he was staring at the princess so he looked away.
"It's nice to meet you Princess Yuugi," Akunumkanon said with a boom in his voice.
Yuugi jumped a little and in a split second she hid behind her mother again.
"Yuugi," Layla said with slight sternness in her voice.
Yuugi looked up at her then glanced at her stepfather. He was giving her an annoyed look that had something scary underneath the glare. She quickly looked away.
King Akunumkanon chuckled out loud. "It's alright you two. I'm sorry little one if I frightened you. My voice always seems to scare the children." He gave her a reassuring smile.
Yuugi peeked out from behind her mom and smiled a little, returning the gesture.
"I would like you to meet my son, Atem," Akunumkanon said, gesturing to him.
"Hi," Atem said kindly.
Yuugi looked at his crimson eyes and looked away. "Hi," she whispered.
"Now that introductions are out of the way, we should get going to the meeting. Your luggage should already be in your rooms. I'll lead you to the council room."
Layla and Nuru nodded their heads and followed the king to the side door.
Layla spoke up. "Your Majesty, do you happen to have a garden here?"
Akunumkanon turned around to face her. "Yes. Why do you ask?"
"I was wondering if Yuugi could stay there until the meeting is over."
"Of course."
Just then, Dalila entered the room.
"I'll have my most trusted servant take her there. Dalila, could you come over here please?"
She walked over. "Yes my king?"
"Could you take Princess Yuugi to the garden please?"
"Of course. I'll be happy to. I'll take good care of her, your Highness." She bowed to Queen Layla and held out her hand to Yuugi. "Come on Princess."
Yuugi just pressed closer to her mom. Layla nudged her forward. Yuugi whimpered a little.
Layla looked at Yuugi with caring eyes. "It's alright my sweet lotus. Go on."
"That's right Princess," Dalila said. "You can trust me."
Yuugi looked at Dalila's shimmering green eyes. In her eyes, Yuugi could tell that she was a loving caretaker. She knew right then and there that she could trust her. She grabbed Dalila's hand and allowed her to lead her to the garden.
The rest of the group followed Akunumkanon to the council room. He allowed Layla and Nuru to enter first. The king looked down at his son. Atem looked like he was unsure of what to do.
"Atem, why don't you go see Yuugi at the garden and get to know her better?"
"Okay Father." Atem sprinted down the hallway, barely avoiding servants as he went to the garden.
Akunumkanon smiled to himself then closed the door.
This certainly took a while. I was up all night and day writing this and it was worth it. Review please!
