===with Atemu===
My eyes widen in shock as a guard told me She had came back. Without a moment to hesitate my feet rushed towards the healing chamber. This would be the first place she would look. I could hear someone crying out, without another moment to waste. I burst into the room and searched for the source of distress. My eyes landed on Yugi, Mana and Luna. They appeared to be laughing heavily from something. There sitting on the bed by Yugi was a woman. Her violet hair passed her waist, her bangs were a duo color. The outer parts were golden and the inner part were a midnight black. She wore a golden embroidered silks leaving part of her cleavage exposed.
"That was a very hilarious story." Luna said in between laughs.
The woman chuckled as nodded her, then turned her head towards me. She looked at me with those dark red eyes.
"It's good to finally see you again, brother." She said with a smirk.
"Your brother is here? Who is he?" Yugi asked eagerly.
"Don't be shy Atemu, I am not going to hurt you." She said.
I walked over to the woman, I had to be cautious of her. She stood up from the bed then walked in front of me. Easily towered over me by a head. I felt her hand on my shoulder. Slowly I looked up at her, she smiled at me with a caring gentle smile. I couldn't help back smile back at her, maybe this time was different I thought. Before I could react she back handed me, I gasped as I held my stinging cheek.
"You said you weren't going to hurt me!" I hissed at her.
"And I told you to contact me if anything were to happen! Do you know how fast I had to travel to make it to your wedding?! I spent seven whole days riding to arrive at least for the feast. But, now I have learned there was no wedding!" She hissed back.
"Hey! You shouldn't talk to Atemu like that. What makes you think you can yell at him." Yugi said.
"I am his elder sister." She said.
"You are my half sister." I clarified.
"I am still older than you dear brother. You should respect my years of wisdom." She said.
"If I needed wisdom I would ask Shimon, not you." I walked over to a bowl and pitcher. I soaked a towel in the cool water and pressed it against my cheek.
"Atemu, is this really your sister?" Luna asked.
"She is. My father was married before but, sadly her mother died of a plague..."
"How come I never heard of her before?" Yugi asked.
"Has my brother never spoken of me before?" She asked.
"I'm sorry, but no."
"It seems I am unappreciated here in our kingdom. Even though I spend many years away from home, making alliances with other countries. While he sits on the throne comfortably." She said annoyed.
"Sister, I do appreciate everything you do for our kingdom. The throne is not as comfortable as you think. There have been many things which have come up recently as to why I haven't contacted you."
"Enough things to keep you from ever reaching out for me?"
I slowly nodded my head, she crossed her arms and glared at me.
"You are lying to me."
"He's not. Since I've been here there is so much going on." Yugi said.
"And who are you, young one? It seems you are familiar with my brother."
Yugi bowed his head to her. "I am Yugi...I'm a traveler from another land. I don't mean any disrespect to you, Princess." he said.
Mana and I had to hold ourselves back from laughing. Luna tilted her head in confusion. My sister's tighten her fist at the title of Princess as she forced her anger down.
"Yugi, since you do not know of me. I will simply ask you never to call me that again." She said in the calmest tone possible.
"I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to offend. I was just trying to be polite."
"It is alright Yugi. You didn't know, you are forgiven for this time."
"What should I call you then?"
"You can call me Khepri."
"It's nice to see you again, Khepri. We haven't seen you in years. Where did you travel to this time?" Mana asked.
"Across the sea. I've traveled to a far off land where there are rich in spices and silk." She said
"That sounds amazing, but Atemu must have missed you. Correct?" Luna asked
"I am happy to have you home sister. Your travels always take you to interesting lands."
"They do. Brother, may we speak alone. I want to tell you of some interesting stories I had during my travels."
I flinched a bit, I wanted to protest but I saw the gentle smile on her face. Khepri wasn't going to any excuse, she wanted to talk with me. I nodded my head gently then turned to Yugi.
"Will you be fine, Yugi?" I asked concern.
"Yeah, Mana and Luna are here to keep me company. Go ahead and catch up with your sister."
"What does he mean by 'catch up'? Am I suppose to catch my brother from falling?" Khepri asked
"It's just a phrase we use to say when we want to tell each other stories we missed from when we were gone."
"Hmmm 'catch up' I do like how it sounds. Let us go brother and let us catch up." She said as she grabbed my shoulder and pulled me away.
I stumbled a bit but, managed to catch myself. We walked over to the priest's meeting room, Khepri let me in first then closed the door after herself. We walked over to the table, she sat down and crossed her arms. She held a stern look on her face.
"Where should we begin?" She said.
"What is it you want to know?"
"I want you to tell me everything that has happened since that boy arrived."
"It seems I have no choice." I sighed "But I am telling you now everything I say is true."
Khepri nodded her head. I began to explain everything to her. Yugi was indeed a traveler from another land. But, he came from a distance time. This was due to a spell book which was meant for traveling across the lands. He had given me "candy bar" and in exchange I had given him protection. I later explain of Anzu threatening him and our travels to Akil's palace. He was punished by a misunderstanding and I broke off my engagement to Serenity. This causing Akil's wrath and threatened to go to war if I did not wed Serenity. At the same time Bakura had came back to harm Yugi...
"I see, you meant what you said. There were many things happening. I can see why I was never contacted." Khepri said. I merely nodded my head. "Though, I believe you are hiding something from me."
"I am not. I told you everything."
"Atemu, I know the look in your eye when you are hiding something. It is the same look you had when you lost your favorite horse as a child. You didn't want to tell father about it."
"This is none of your concern Khepri. Did you not come here for a feast? I will have the cooks make you something."
"I'm not hungry, Atemu you will tell me what I want to know."
She got up from the chair and walked over to me, but I walked away from her.
"There is nothing else I have to say. Leave me be!" I growled
Khepri placed her hand on my shoulder. I swatted it away, she then grabbed my shoulders with both hands and forced me back. I gasped as I stumbled, she looked at me annoyed and I return the look with a glare.
"If you place your hands on me one more time. I will fight back." I warned
"Then a fight it is." She said then slapped me.
My eyes narrowed as I slowly turned my head back to her. She smirk and held up her fists, I lunged at her ready to punch her. But she dodge my attack, then she grabbed my cape and pulled me back. The taller woman tried to punch me though I punch her in the knee. She gasped at the pain, I yanked my cape from her grasped then removed it.. As I did this I showed the same smirk she enjoyed wearing. She glared at me for a moment then slowly circled around me, plotting her next move. Khepri picked up my cape, she rubbed the material between her fingers, examining the quality of it. Suddenly she threw it at me, I gasped as she this to hide her attack. Her fist hit my face then the other one hit my stomach. I cough at the pain, my hands quickly grabbed onto her arms. Without another moment to let her gain an advantage, I began to knee her stomach. She tried to pull away but I wouldn't let go so easily. I continued on with my attack until she swiped her foot under mine, forcing us both to lose our balance and fell to the floor. We panted heavily and caught our breathes.
"You have improved on your fighting. You nearly had me." She complimented.
"A pharaoh who doesn't know how to fight will never see peace...That is what father used to say." I panted
"Yeah, he did say that quite a bit"
"Now, will you leave me be now?" I asked
"I will not, I am ready to continue this fight. If you still chose to resist. " She chuckled
I hesitated...what will my sister think. I let out a deep sigh then slowly began to explain the rest. I told Khepri of how Yugi and I had fallen in love with each other...But I had forced myself on the boy...To repay for my sin, I tried to force him back to his own time...
"...He didn't go, did he?" She asked.
"He did but, he came back saying I didn't earn his forgiveness."
"You forced yourself on the boy then tried to force him away. Do you not understand the problem?" She said as she sat up. "Yugi is not Bakura, you can't have him at your side at every moment. If you really do love this boy then treat him with the love he deserves. With time he will forgive you."
"...I guess you are wise, thank you Khepri." I said as I sat up.
She got up from the floor and held out her hand. "As an elder sister I am here to help you. And to test your fighting ability from time to time" she chuckled
"You cheated in the fight" I said as I took her hand and she helped me up.
"Some fights are never fair. Sometimes you will have to fight dirty to get your way."
"Isn't that hypocritical of what you said earlier."
"I talk with many noblemen. I will tell them what they mostly want to hear." She said as she placed the cape back on my shoulders.
I sighed annoyed then looked away when I heard the door open. It was the millennium priest Karim. He looked surprised at Khepri and I.
"My pharaoh, my lady. What has happened here?" He asked with concern.
"No need for formalities Karim. We were just have a friendly fight." Khepri explained.
"It doesn't look friendly, your brother is bruised. If Aknadian sees this, he will scold you." He said
"I have survived Aknadian wrathful scolding. But, I suppose I should escort Atemu to the healing chambers."
Karim nodded his head then bowed as we left. We walked back to the healing chamber. Luna, Mana and Yugi talked among themselves. Khepri cleared her throat, they quickly looked towards us.
"I didn't get your name." Khepri said to Luna
"Oh I am Luna. It's nice to meet you." She said
"Pleasure to meet you as well. Mana and Luna, care to show me around the palace. It seems a bit has changed since I have last been here."
"A lot has, we have to show you the garden. It has changed so much." Mana said as she grabbed both Luna and Khepri hands.
"I am sure he has. Yugi, I hope we will have time to become better acquainted." She said to him
"I hope so too" he said
Khepri nodded to me as she was dragged off by Mana. I sighed and turned back to Yugi, his head was tilted down as he played with his thumbs.
"Yugi?" I called out
"Yes, Atemu."
"...Until we figure out another way to get you home. Was there anything you wanted to do?"
"I guess it will be awhile before anyone learns of a way to send me back." He said then began to think. "Hmm I think I want learn how to do more magic."
"May I ask why?"
"Mana always talks about how fun it is and how it can help people. I don't know if I'll ever get back home, but I want to help anyone I can."
I couldn't help but smiled, Yugi is a kind and caring soul. Even if I didn't earn his forgiveness, I would be happy knowing he was happy.
"That is a great idea. As soon as you are done healing. I will tell Mahado to let you join on the lessons."
===end of part 36===
Atemu: "that took you a long time to update"
Cat: "Yeah" *rubs the back of her head* "Five years is a really long time. I like to thank everyone who has been waiting patiently for me to update on this series."
Hikira: *she giggled softly* "Now that aibou has more a bit more time, she will be updating more often"
Cat: "Thanks folks, leave a review and let us know what you think. I DO NOT OWN YUGIOH"