A/N: Hello everyone! Once again, thank you all my wonderful reviewers. Candy to you all! (huggles)

Disclaimer: I don't own Yu-gi-oh, but I do own Naomi/Neva, Nichelle, and Shelby.

2nd A/N: Did you guys know that the name "Neva" was actually Cleopatra's best friend/servant? O.o When I found out I was shocked! The name Panahasi (Neva's father) means barbarian, I'll explain later. O.o Just a little historical and simple facts, now on w/ the chappie!

Special shout to: WillowFae! X3 (huggles)

Italic: Neva's and/or Atemu's thoughts. (depending on situation/ or POV)

Bold words: Put more enthusiasm into 'em.

Remembering The Past pt. 2

The words left her lips before she could stop them.

"What?"

Forgetting the taboo of not being worthy to look upon a god, shocked hazel eyes she stared in disbelief meeting alluring crimson eyes. They stared so deeply that they seemed to pierce her very soul…searching for answers. It felt as though he were violating her from within…knocking down her barriers to the guarded core of her mind. So lost was she in her own world that she nearly missed his command for a second time.

"Show me your face."

At first, she hesitated, neither wanting to disobey him nor him to see her.

Trapped…

Between her greatest fear and love.

How ironic…she was trapped no matter what. If she ran, he'd call his guards or kill her himself. If she complied, there'd be a slim chance she'd live. And If, by the graces of Ra and everything she held dear, she were to be spared…she'd be sent back to him. Horus above, there was no way out…no way she could win…no other choice. Defeated, she raised her hands.

Atemu watched her as she lifted her hood. Pulling back the silky fabric, letting it fall into place.

His eyes widened holding back a gasp. Oh Hathor, she was…beautiful…no…he couldn't even describe how striking this woman looked. Long brown hair, well toned skin, kissed lightly by the sun, and the most interesting twist of hazel and amber colored eyes he had ever seen. On her forehead, was a small gold crown, showing off her nobility. His heart raced.

Who…who are you?" he breathed awe-stricken.

"I am Lady Neva, Daughter of Noblemen Panahasi."

Tears weld within in her eyes as she knelt before him head low to the ground.

"F-forgive me…my pharaoh!"

Atemu watched the frightened girl before him. Replaying her introduction awareness struck.

I know her father! But…why have I not met her before?

Fear and despair consumed her. She was certain he knew her father and would send her back to that cruel, dark man. Suddenly, something warm embraced her shoulders, glancing up, she met the living god's eyes. They held such emotion...not that of anger, but of care, confusion, determination…and passion? No…that couldn't have been one.

She found herself being lifted from the floor.

"You need not kneel before me," he assured her softly.

What! It was Neva's turn to have wide eyes. Not kneel! Another taboo broken; not showing respect would result with her being damned for life! She was about to protest, when he interrupted…

"I know your father."

How a simple phrase could bring someone such misery and torment…could not be described.

She slowly exhaled. "Yes, I know. He often comes to see you at the palace."

"How is it that I have never met you?"

She desperately wanted to answer, yet she remembered her father's threat. Tearing her eyes from the pharaoh she bowed.

"Forgive me, I should not be here…in your presence. I was never meant to met you. If my father found out…I-I must go."

Snatching her hands from him she ran with all her might.

"Wait!" Atemu yelled holding out a hand.

She never stopped.

Ra forgive me for all my transgressions against you and your son.

She managed to get away before the guards and Priests could determine what was wrong. Sprinting to the outskirts of the palace, she replaced the hood on her head. Seizing the horse she stole from her father's stable, she galloped away full speed back to her hell.

A lone tear fell only to be carried off by the wind.

Good-bye forever…my Pharaoh. We shall never meet again.

A/N: Is it really over! Will Atemu and Neva see each other again? Find out next time! PLEASE REVIEW!