Hi, back again! Thanks for the reviews! Sorry for the late update, Chem grade kinda dropped, so needed to fix that. Plus... prom was fun! Though going to work the next day at 7 in the morning, thank god for caffeine! Anyway, please enjoy, the next couple of ch's will be Amber and Bakura. I'm arguing with DRAGONCUTIE13 about me asking a simple question, but I might as well ask my fellow fans as well.

In your opinion, To much drama? Cuz I planned for more. Also, do you want more Amber being with Bakura, or get straight to the main plot? Let me know, cuz DC, keeps bugging to a point I can't decided. So please let me know, so I can make a awesome plot.

Disclaimer: I don't own Yugioh or Evanescence's Snow White Queen. I only only Amber and other OC's.

Atem's mind hurt; his whole being. He was in a dream where strange men, were beating him and smiling. It felt horrible, then he felt the pain melt away. Along with the dream. Warmth filled him instead. He urged his eyes to open to see where he was.

"...He's waking!"

"Thank the gods!"

"Please... can you leave us?"

He could hear voices then silence, light was peeking into his view.

"Of course, my king..."

Atem's eyes blurred getting used to the light. He managed to make out the figure that was beside him.

"Father..." he said sitting himself up. It hurt a bit, but it was a tolerable pain.

"Atem... I'm so glad you're safe." The Pharaoh had visible bandages on him, surprising Atem. Then it hit him everything that had happen the last 3 days. His eyes sprang wide open.

"Father! What happened? Where's Ari'el?!" he asked frantic.

The Pharaoh placed his hands on his son's shoulders, "He's gone, son. Nothing left but rotting bones. He won't harm anyone again." he breathed.

Atem could sense relief and sorrow in his father's words. Why...? His heart stopped remembering what happened moments before he awoke.

"What about Amber!? Seto!? Are they alright!?" he cried out. He looked around it was just him and the Pharaoh in his room. He didn't like the atmosphere that filled the room.

"Where is everyone?" he asked more calmly. Fear was in his eyes, hoping he was thinking wrong.

The Pharaoh clutched his son into a hug taking Atem's breath away. "I-... was so afraid, son."

Atem's eyes widened in shock, "You hadn't moved for 2 days. I thought I had lost you... I couldn't face losing you too."

Atem hugged his dad back, worry rising in him. "Even after all you've been through, you think about those around you before yourself... that tells me you'll be a great king one day."

"Father..."

The Pharaoh pulled back, Atem saw how much older he looked. Grief was plain on his face. "Atem... we managed to locate you by a bright beam of light, but..." The Pharaoh reached into his pocket and pulled out Amber's medallion. "We only found you and Seto. There has been no trace of her... except this." He put the object in his son's hands.

Atem's heart stopped, processing what he was hearing. "Y-you've searched right?! I mean- she can't be-! I'd know!" Atem clutched it tightly.

"We have, Atem... she's nowhere to be found. If it was her last; her efforts saved you, Seto,... and the kingdom. It... wasn't in vain." the king closed his eyes trying to believe his own words.

"NO!" Atem shouted. He quickly got off his bed, causing the king to look at his son with concern. "I'll find her! There's no way she's dead! I'd know! She's alive and we got to bring back, she's injured!" Atem started to run to the door, but winced with each step.

The King didn't say anything, understanding. He went to his son and stopped him with a hand on his shoulder. "Everyone is healing, including you, it will take time for us to all be fully restored. Our heka is low, we can't fully heal you like last time. You're chances of finding her will be better at full strength."

Atem grit his teeth, he didn't want his father to be right, but knew he was.

"May I enter my King?" Atem's head shot up, seeing a bandaged Seto appear.

His neck and arms revealed the extent of his injuries though he kept the same emotionless face. He wore a blue hat with a gold cobra, showing his stature. That's right, he's a full priest now.

The Pharaoh nods and Seto approached. He knelt before them, "Forgive me, my prince."

Atem's eyes widened, "I was to protect you both and bring you back. In the end, I-"

"No Seto, don't start this. We'd all be dead if it wasn't for you. You've got know that Amber is alive!" The prince showed him the medallion. "Amber wanted to protect us both, that's why we're alive. She must be found."

Seto looked up at the prince, he could see his eyes held strength that someone his age shouldn't possibly have. Even though he hated to admit it, he envied his confidence. Yet he admired him just as much. He was a rival, just as Amber had proclaimed him. He knew how he felt about her and his last words hurt more not knowing her current state.
"If that is your wish, then so be it." Atem stared at him as did the King. "Once we are at fullest power, we'll scour every part of Egypt if we must. By your lead of course?" he asked. Atem widened his eyes; surprised and glad at Seto's words. He was... like a brother. They fought, yet they saw and admired things about one another.

The King felt some hope, yet sorrow for the days ahead. They'd be setting themselves for more pain... if she was not found. It was hard telling the others... but not as hard telling them. He knew everyone would help look for the girl, he would too. For now... they needed to heal and prepare the dead.

"Son, before you seek hope in finding her, you must accept what can't be changed."

Seto knew what he meant and left out of respect. Atem didn't say anything, but his confusion was plain. "I know Amber can't be-" The king shook his head and pulled his son to hug him once more... perhaps for his own comfort.

"It's... about your mother..."

Amber was running down a deep dark tunnel. Her heart raced, fear was consuming with each beat. An evil laugh could be heard all around her. Her medallion was gone, Atem and Seto gone; she was alone and helpless.

You'll never know the way your words have haunted me.
I can't believe you'd ask these things of me.
You don't know me.

Ari'el appeared to be floating behind her, "There's nowhere you can hide, my dear. Just give up and accept your fate. You are mine!"

You belong to me,
My snow white queen.
There's nowhere to run, so let's just get it over.

"NO! Get away from me!" she screamed. She continued to run, though it was futile.

The evil man wouldn't stop when his prey was vulnerable. "If you had just came with me, I'd given those boys a less painful death." he taunted. Tears rolled down her eyes, "Atem! Seto!"

"No one's gonna save you. YOU'RE MINE!" he grabbed her and she wanted to scream, but her voice was hoarse.

Soon I know you'll see,
You're just like me.
Don't scream anymore my love, 'cause all I want is you.

Amber kicked him as he covered her mouth; he laughed. "You mustn't be afraid; after all I'm family." He smiled his rotten smile.

Wake up in a dream.
Frozen fear.
All your hands on me.
I can't scream.
I can't scream.

She punched him in the face, tears streaming down hers. "It's your fault you know!" Ari'el crackled. "You're are a witch. You bring despair to those around you. I crave that power, give it to me and I'll take that pain away from that pretty face." She bite him and struggled to break free.

I can't escape the twisted way you think of me.
I feel you in my dreams and I don't sleep.
I don't sleep.

"No... no, please!" she fought him, as she felt his breath upon her neck. "Father! I'm sorry! Seto! Atem! Please!" she sobbed.

You belong to me,
My snow white queen.
There's nowhere to run, so let's just get it over.
Soon I know you'll see,
You're just like me.
Don't scream anymore my love, 'cause all I want is you

"Hey wake up! Hey!" Amber felt her mind being pulled on and reopened her eyes. She screamed upon awakening, sitting up. "Hey calm down!" she felt hands on her shoulders.

She whirled at the sound of a voice, her eyes meeting with a young man. His hair was white as limestone and had deep violet eyes. What she noticed the most was the large scar across his cheek. He was wearing a red cloak and torn pants. Confusion flooded her head trying to put things together as she tried to understand what was going on.

She felt dizzy and her vision was getting dark. "Whoa, hang on there." He clutched her close so she didn't fall over. She managed to keep her eyes open despite the pain she felt. It was everywhere, her head, her chest, arms, even her heart. Suddenly she started to sob, catching the man off guard.

"Hey... it's alright." he was lost at words, not really knowing what was wrong or what to let her cry till she couldn't anymore and it was just sniffles.

"You better now?" he asked.

Amber looked up at his face again, shame plain on her face. "I- I'm sorry. " was all she could muster.

Bakura didn't know what was wrong, he had awoken in his oais hearing screams. Realizing it was Amber. "Hey, you're one that's injured. You're alright."

Amber looked around her, "Where am I?"

Bakura sighed, "An oais, this is where I live." he reached behind him and grabbed a sheep skin canteen. "Here, drink." pointing it to her mouth.

Amber took the drink and swallowed. "Thank you... who are you?"

"You can call me Bakura. I got you away from those men. They won't harm you again." he laid her down back on the wool blanket that he had her on. "You need to rest. Those wounds look half healed, so don't move or they'll reopen." he walked over to where his satchel was.

"Why?"

"Huh?" he looked over his shoulder.

"Why are you helping me?"

He scoffed, "Why can't I? Figured you'd be grateful at least."

"You shouldn't get near me..."

Bakura turned around toward her, he knew she had spite, but after that scene moments ago..."Why do you say that?"

"All anyone has ever wanted to do upon seeing me... is use or hurt me... Those that don't and help me, get hurt... or worse."

Bakura half chuckled to himself, not believing her. "Well, that's fine with me too. I've already been hurt beyond healing. Death would benefit me."

Amber looked him as he approached. He put a hand on her head. "No wonder. You've got a fever." he grumbled.

Amber studied him. He didn't look that much older than Seto. Based on his clothes and where he lives, he was a loner. Yet... he had a satchel full of gold objects. It puzzled her on how she got away from those men. Her heart stop hearing Ari'el's words echo.
"The darkness is amazing, so much power... I used my power to seek out any blood that boar one of thieves. My powers lead me to Egypt, and a vision showed 2 children, one I never could locate. "

Amber's heart raced... it couldn't be, he could just steal to survive like any poor person. He doesn't have to have the blood of thieves to be one. But, he seems very skilled and-!

"You see dear child, you're the last female of the line of thieves!"

Bakura saw the fear in her eyes, "What's wrong?" Tears were rimming her eyes again.

"Y-you... do you have any family?" she asked.

It stung worse than his scar, What do I say? Yes, my long lost sister who is before me now. he thought sarcastically. Will she even accept it if I tell her... no, she's too shaken up by past events. When she trusts me more and gets well... then I'll tell her.

"...No, they were killed long ago. I'm all that's left." he bite his lip in hate.

"So it is you... Gods!" Amber sat up covering her eyes. "Why!? How can he still use me?!" she cried.

Bakura was getting irritated, "What in Ra's name are you talking about!? You need to relax and rest or you're gonna get worse. No one is gonna get you, you hear me?!"

"You have blood of a thieves... from generations before, right?" Bakura's eyes widened.

Amber stared at her hand, "I learned I do as well. Because of this blood, my father was killed before my eyes. Because of this blood, my friends were put in danger. This blood lured evil to follow my every move. Now, because of me he might get you too!" she shut her eyes, emotions flooding out.

Bakura knelled in front of her, "Stop it. Right now, alright? What is this man you keep talking about, what did he do?" vile dripped with each word. He wasn't liking how Amber talked about this man. He had a feeling... the run in with that lord, opened up locked emotions... that was hurting her.

Amber told him about Ari'el seeking revenge against Tumaini and his 'friends', not wanting to say the king and risk the kingdom's safety. How he used dark powers to seek out the same blood as he, only finding her. Than because of her 'abnormalities', wanted to use her to complete his wish and revive his clan. Then before she ended up here, how he was on his last legs and wanted to take her along to the underworld.

"All I remember was my fear and anger rise, then it went dark...I tried my best. My friends... I don't know how they are. But I got them into this and I couldn't save them, I was so weak!...I hate myself-"

"That enough!" Bakura growled.

Amber could she his hands dripped with blood. He had clenched his fists so tight, they bleed. She was surprised by this act.

"None of this was your fault, your friends would say the same. That bastard is the one to blame, I can bet he's in the underworld now! If not, I'll put him there on sight!"

Amber stared at him. "Don't hate your blood, because of that bastard. He was right about us, yes. But he tarnished everything that we are, by harming you and our code. Anyone that helps a thief is in our debt, he killed your...father and harmed your friends, he dishonored our blood!" he growled again. He was glad she was raised and got a family... though it should have been theirs. Saying father felt foreign on his tongue.

"It was our way of life, even if it was horrible to others, it was killed or be killed. Live to fight another day. Even if everyone calls us demons and murders, we're still humans trying to live, survive. He disgraced us all."

Amber bowed her head, "I wish I can forget all about him... he's haunting my mind. Everything... I could stop him, now I lost my courage. I've become weak..."

Bakura stared at her, seeing a seven harvest old of himself saying those words. "You're just a kid, Amber. Don't let one obstacle take you down now or you'll never make it... then their sacrifice will be in vain."

Amber nodded, agreeing. "You're right..." She lied down again getting a headache, "How do you know my name?" she asked.

"Those ass holes back there, I heard them when I robbed em." He looked at his hands and groaned. "Rest for now, understand you're safe here. So stopping being afraid."

"Why are you really helping me...?" she asked again. "Men in this world seem to only help if only in their interest."

Sleep was claiming her again, so she didn't she him smile sadly. "You... remind me of someone that I'd fail long ago. I felt if I help you, maybe my ache will hurt less." With that he left her to sleep, hopefully one without nightmares.

Dante watched the child of hearts rest with, he now learned, her brother. He looked over at his sleeping student; finally healing from the soul inflicting injuries.

"It's amazing, how well you know her Crispin. She finally is learning to let her emotions out... even if she is reborn in another world, her soul is still the same. This is what she needs to recover. Truly amazing, how strong she is. Lord Lux chose well, in putting his faith in her."

He frowned watching each vision pasted over him on the floor. "The darkness is in every world, how till it notices one soul being reborn bringing light? I know how this child is, she can help save many worlds... so long as she remains who she was born to be.

"Crispin, I know you hate being a No-birth. Yet I feel you are glad to a least guild and watch over her. The Lexa knows what is best for us, but they can not control all. The prophecy about a child of Heart so pure, darkness trembles. A heart that will finally see the balance that is needed for the future.

"For a child to become a child of heart, has to live with any possible outcomes and survive. Not just in body, but in soul. Amber was the hope of being this child. Said to be dead, but fought to become a miracle birth. Then darkness will be her shadow only her spirit for light. She lived just like the prophecy, but the sons of Tenebrae, Ira, Ida, Invidia, and Averita broke the ancient contract to appear in the mortal world. To destroy a possible threat.

"You were right to send her to these trials, though the risk is great, she is saved because of you."

He walked over and brushed his blonde, red tipped, hair out of his face. " Even though we were not born into the mortal world, I'd have been proud to have been your ancestor. Even though you are only her half, you did your best protecting her... as her brother."

Ok, just to clear things up. I'd had planned on Crispin being her brother before Bakura being her brother in the Yugioh world. Though he is her half- brother, their mother had an abortion before her.

To explain some other things, a no birth is a soul that was to be born in our world, the mortal world, but either didn't enter because of fate, like miscarriage or still born, or being called for a greater purpose.

Also, in latin, Lux means light and Luxa is people of light in my terms.

Tenebrae means darkness, Ira means Wrath, Ida means Pride, I believe Invidia means either lust or sloth, then Averita, the demon that attacked in the beginning, means greed in short terms.

I based this off of what I'm putting in a book I'm writing the last 3 years on. It's a slight spin off only fanfiction added. Anyway, Amber's gonna learn to become strong to fight these guys, thanks to the trials.

Though she can't do it alone, so lets see how the events unravel shall we? :)

Please review and any question, comments, even flames. I'll hear them. Oh, based on the votes so far Amber will be... closer to Atem. hehe, you'll see I have a plan to add some love drama.

thanks for reading!