Disclaimer: I don't own Yugioh, any of the duel monsters, or Seto-chan. 9_9
AnimeFan: A-A-ACHOOO! (takes one of her tissues and blows her nose) I feel miserable. All stuffed-up...I HATE ALLERGY SEASON!!! But non-the less, I'm still going to update. Which is what happens when I'm struck with ideas.
Answers to reviews...
CissboX - Yeah, I wasn't gonna pair Jono and Setna.
Jadej.j - This chapter will happen next! lol. ^^
Promise - Thank you! ^^
Chibi Angelic Slayer - Eeee! Questions! Evil! *hisses* lol. I really don't know how to explain the Setna/Seth thingy. They just aren't the same person. They're uncle and nephew. But they look alike because Set played a fatherly-part for both of them. You'd have to understand how mythology tends to work to understand that. ^^ Just go with the flow...lol. As for the Jono and Setna question...well, you'll see. This all plays a part in the upcoming story I will write. This is, after all, a prequel story. ^^
Guess - Is that your real ID, or are you an anonymous reviewer? Anywho, thanks! ^^
Dee-whY-Cee-aRe - ^____^ Cuteness is good.
fani90 - Err, don't worry. It's ok to get Seth, Set, and Setna mixed up. You won't believe how many times I have to backspace just because I put in the wrong name. lol.
Kael Kalespel - Oi, more questions. lol. Yes, Setna is VERY strong to have created the REBD. He is a pharaoh-to-be after all and the son of the god, Set. As for the BEWD, you'll like this chapter. ^^ As for Setna's father, he's already noticed his son is missing but figures he's already dead or something. I don't know, we'll see how he comes into the plot later on...if he even does.
Chibi Seto - Well, here we go! Continuing. ^^ I love your story, Agony of Being a Slave. I noticed, however, that the beginning closely resembles the beginning to my story Six Petals, which I don't plan to continue by the way. It's just to hard and I have no more ideas for it. -__-
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Chapter Five: The Blood-Bathed Pharaoh
Jono sighed and walked along the corridors, going over military documents and scrolls. He really could use a break from all this. If it wasn't the strange behavior of the mages, it was the slowly advancing barbarians in the northeast. They had been raging war on every civilization so far and were slowly drawing closer with every win.
Jono looked up and sweated a little as High Priest Simon went flying by in the corridor in front of him. He was about to call out to the old kook and ask what was wrong when a gigantic silver dragon flew past him in pursuit of the diminutive priest, followed not soon after by two more just like it. Finally Setna appeared, chasing after all four of them and yelling in latin at the dragons.
Setna stopped and looked over at Jono, smiling brightly and running over to hug him, Nissan! Hi!!
Jono smiled at the now 17 and taller youth, returning the hug. Setna had grown over time, still retaining his youthful beauty while gaining a more mature appearance. Setna noticed the scrutiny and pouted indignantly, crossing his arms to show he did not approve.
Both boys watched as Simon ran by again, still be chased by the three silver dragons.
NO! Queena! Mana! Kajin! Stop it, right now!! Setna yelled and waved at the dragons to stop, finally slumping in defeat as all three ignored him and continued to roar after Simon.
So...where? Why? When? And how? Jono asked, one eyebrow raised.
Setna smiled nervously at him, Eh heh. I call them, Blue Eyes White Dragons. I made them to show Simon how strong I've become. He was surprised that I could make such powerful monsters. They have 3000 attack points, and 2500 defense points. They also can alter their size to their liking. At the time they were only about the size of my hand. Simon made a comment about them being puny', and since dragons are very pride bound...
They got pissed, Jono finished and smirked.
Simon went running by again, still pursued by the irritated dragons.
They're very beautiful, Jono put in, But don't you think you should make them stop before they give Simon a heart attack, or draw a crowd?
Setna sighed and began weaving a spell out of the rays of light shining through the open arch-windows. He then cast the the web-like material across the top part of the hallway, so that it hung down enough to catch the Blue Eyes, but let Simon pass. Almost as soon as the web settled, Simon went running by again screaming followed by the BEWDs. The web halted their progress and the three dragons roared disapprovingly as they tumbled to the floor with the web on top of them. Setna walked over and began scolding the dragons while Jono went over to console poor Simon.
That's what you get for pissing off dragons, Jono chided the panting old priest.
Shut up, blonde, Simon warned the young Captain and straightened up, leaning against his cane.
Setna walked over with three now very small dragons. One was asleep on his head, the other two were clinging to his shoulders. Setna smiled nervously at his sensei.
Those are very strong, very fast dragons my boy. Yes, you have grown considerably powerful, Simon complemented him.
Setna let out the air he was holding, having been sure he'd get scolded for his dragon's former behavior. One of the three dragons puffed up and let out a tiny indignant roar. Jono chuckled at how cute it was.
Don't laugh at my dragons, mutt, Setna scowled at Jono, calling him by the pet name he had given to him.
Oh man! Again with the mutt thing? I thought you quit calling me that! Jono stated irritably, playfully glaring at him.
Well, if I'm not interrupting anything, I'd like to say that I believe it is time for Setna to be introduced to Pharaoh Yagami, Simon interrupted the obvious argument that was about to break between the two boys. He had seen this fight one to many times to bother with their play.
You think so? Then the rumors are true, you really are retiring, Jono spoke softly, seemingly saddened by the news.
Yes, I'm old and I can't stick around forever! Besides, Setna is ready to become the new High Priest of Ra, Simon stated firmly, smiling proudly at the tall youth.
Setna just stood there, slightly paled by the news, M-meet the pharaoh!!! Oh Simon, I really don't think that would be wi-
Nonsense my boy! You are ready to take my place! Besides...there are more then one reasons as to why I think you should be introduced to Yagami.
B-But! What if he doesn't approve of me! He'll have me killed, then eat me and bath in my blood!!! He'll stab me with his hair!!! Setna started off frantically, reciting all the things he remembered hearing about the Pharaoh of Lower Egypt.
Jono and Simon both blinked at the young priest, before laughing in amusement.
I thought I told you those rumors weren't true? Jono smirked at him, eyes dancing from mirth, They're just rumors. Yagami is a great guy and an excellent, merciful ruler.
Setna flushed in embarrassment and stared down at his feet, fidgeting with his hands, I'm sorry.
Well, I think it best we go and fix you up a little. Jono, will you please inform the Pharaoh that I am bringing my replacement to meet him? Simon asked.
Jono nodded, Yeah, I'll tell him right away. Smiling assuringly at Setna, the blonde headed back through the corridors he had just came from. Setna's Blue Eyes also flew off, no doubt to go hunt some sheep or terrorize the farmers.
Once he was gone from sight, Simon turned to smirk at Setna behind his turban, Now to inform you of the other' reason why I think you should meet Yagami.
Setna gulped at the look Simon was giving him, W-what other reason?
As you may already have heard, the barbarians from the northeast are drawing ever closer. Also, you're father in the Higher Kingdom has come down with an illness that has yet no cure. Do you know what our army would be like if Higher and Lower Egypt were united? The barbarians wouldn't stand a chance.
What are you getting at, Sensei Murin? Setna asked, now feeling extremely uncomfortable with the conversation.
Marriage, Setna. Marriage! When your father dies, you'll will automatically succeed him which would make you Pharaoh of Upper Egypt. And if you and Yagami were to wed, it would unite both kingdoms...something that has never been done before.
W-WED! B-But! He's older then me, and besides we're both men! And what if I don't want to marry? Setna burst out, frantically trying to drive those thoughts out of Siman's head.
Siman remained unfazed, I'm sure that after you have spent some time with the Pharaoh, you won't be so against the thought. Besides, marrying is part of the responsibility of being a Pharaoh. Remember, Setna, it's for the good of Egypt and the people. United, Egypt is strong! But if we remain separated, the barbarians will surely eat us alive!
Setna shifted uncomfortably. As much as he wanted to believe this a joke, Siman was right. They would stand a much better chance against the barbarians. But if he married this blood-bathed pharaoh, he would have to do all the things married couples do. Namingly, sex. He was afraid of sex. It hurt like hell and left you feeling dirty and worthless. The Pharaoh would surely want to have sex with him if they wed, and he never wanted to experience that again. Setna shivered and closed his eyes, fighting off the bed memories.
Hey all, I just spoke to Yagami and he's anxious to meet the priest good enough to succeed the great Simon Murin, Jono called out suddenly and walked over to join them.
He stopped when he noticed the pale but blushing brunette and Simon.
Come on, Setna! Yagami isn't that terrifying, relax a little, Jono comforted him, thinking that was why Setna seemed so nervous and upset.
Well, then. Come on, Simon spoke up and the three of them headed towards the throne room, Setna walking a little more slowly behind them.
As they neared the large doors, Jono went ahead of them and entered. Simon stopped and smirked at the nervous Setna. He was confident Yagami would take a liking to the youthful young prince. Setna was an attractive boy and the robes the gods had given him to wear complemented that natural beauty.
After a while Jono came back out and nodded to them both, The Pharaoh will see you now.
Simon nodded and started forward through the now open doors, Setna following close behind with his eyes on the ground. They stopped and Simon knelt, signaling Setna to do the same. With his face to the floor, Setna couldn't see the Pharaoh he had heard so much of. Not that he wanted to. He could just imagine what the other looked like. Fat, with hair of knifes that blood dripped from, three eyes, two arms, and large fangs. Setna noticed he was shaking, but he didn't dare try and bring anyone else's attention to that fact.
Simon, what have I said about that. There's no need for you to kneel before me, old friend, A dark, rich voice spoke up.
Setna felt a shiver course through him and down his back. Well, at least the Pharaoh's voice sounded exotic. Actually, it was a wonderful voice. He began to wonder if the monster in his mind could possess such a voice.
Simon stood but motioned for Setna to remain kneeling, My Pharaoh, today I wish to surrender my place as High Priest to my apprentice. Simon motioned towards Setna who began to shake even more, knowing that everyone was looking at him.
So...this is the young slave boy who saved my best friend, Jono, and proved himself worthy of becoming your replacement. Tell me, does he always shake so much?
Setna winced and closed his eyes, wanting to just vanish or die right then and there.
Simon looked back at his apprentice thoughtfully before turning to face the Pharaoh once again, My apologies, your Highness. Young Setna is quite frightened, you see, he heard many terrible rumors about you and thus is afraid that you will eat' him.
Rich laughter filled the air and Setna felt himself calm slightly. So, the pharaoh could speak in a wonderful voice AND laugh. His image of a monster started to fade slightly away, replaced by a need to look at this man.
Eat him? Well, I suppose such a thought would cross one's mind when looking at him, The voice spoke with a hinted meaning that left Setna with the uncomfortable feeling he always got when he caught one of the other priests or palace inhabitants staring at him with lust.
Simon smirked approvingly at the tone in the Pharaoh's voice. Setna listened as footsteps could suddenly be heard, getting louder as the person drew closer to him. Setna felt the shaking return. He knew it was the Pharaoh who was walking over to him. He didn't need to look to know that. Two sandaled feet appeared in his area of vision and Setna gulped as a hand came down and slipped under his chin, urging him to stand and lift his head up.
Setna obediently stood and hesitantly looked at the Pharaoh standing before him. He was overcome with shock and disbelief at what he saw. A handsome man stood before him. He wasn't fat at all. He didn't have three eyes or fangs either. The pharaoh was slightly shorter then him, skin tanned like everyone else's, spiky black hair with reddened tips, golden bangs framing a youthful face, and deep crimson eyes that looked at the young priest in interest and amusement.
Pharaoh Yagami smirked at the look at the brunette's face and traced Setna's perfectly formed chin with a thumb,
Setna blushed and tore his eyes away, turning his face as well from the other's view. It wasn't the first time he had been called that but coming from the Pharaoh he had heard so much about, it was quite embarrassing.
Yagami took hold of his chin and gently forced him to look at him again, Let's see some magic, blue eyes. Impress me.
Setna gulped as Yagami let go and returned to his seat up on his throne, looking down in anxious interest. He looked nervously at Simon, not having been warned that he would be required to prove himself before the Pharaoh. He didn't know any offensive spells or black magic, only white magic. What could he do to impress Pharaoh Yagami with only white magic? Then it dawned on him. Of course, he'd make the pharaoh a duel monster. A powerful duel monster fit for a powerful ruler.
Swallowing nervously, Setna closed his eyes and clasped his hands together. He started chanting the Spirit Spell while praying to the gods he didn't screw up and displease the Pharaoh.
What's wrong, child? A voice suddenly spoke up.
Setna jumped and opened his eyes as the familiar feeling of floating in nothing came to him. He found himself, sure enough, in that dark void. Standing before him and waiting for an answer was Set himself.
Wha...what do you mean? Setna asked, relaxing slightly before his father.'
Well, you seem very agitated and nervous. I was worried. We gods can worry, you know, Set answered and smirked.
Setna sighed and fidgeted with his hands, I have to impress the Pharaoh of Upper Egypt, that's all. But I don't think I have the magical power to do that.
Set's smirk softened and he shook his head, What have I told you? You are my son. You have the power of a god flowing through your veins, boy. Relax and find that power, and there is nothing you can't do.
Setna nodded obediently, Ok...I'll try.
Don't try. Do. Set instructed him, dissolving into the darkness.
Setna nodded and remembered that. He closed his eyes again and reached deep into himself, searching for this power. He found a place inside him, where the magic was warmer and thicker. He took hold of that magic and began to create an image in his mind. A dragon began to form itself; it's snakelike body as long as the Nile River, it's scales as red as the Pharaoh's eyes, two vast wings majestically spread, and a head with one small mouth and another larger mouth the last to appear. It reared up in his mind and let out a world shattering roar.
Setna could hear gasps, some screams, and the scratching of claws on a marble surface. He opened his eyes this time and gapped in awe. Before him, its body weaving in and out of the arched windows, rose the dragon from his mind. It towered above them all and radiated power and respect. The screams had come from the servants, shocked and frightened by the appearance of this powerful dragon. Jono and Simon were both standing, mouths open in shocked awe. High Priest Seth stared up fearfully and longingly at the creature from where he stood next to the Pharaoh's throne. Pharaoh Yagami was glued to his seat, staring up at the dragon with his mouth also slightly hung open, obviously impressed.
The dragon closed its mouth and stared down at Setna, their eyes locking. Suddenly, the dragon spoke to him. Not with words, no, but with its emotions. Suddenly he knew the dragon was pleased by the reaction he was getting from everyone. He knew the dragon knew who had made him and who his master was to be. He even knew its name.
This is Slifer the Sky Dragon. He is yours, my Pharaoh. But be warned, the power he possesses is great enough to destroy the world, Setna warned Yagami.
Pharaoh Yagami looked at him and nodded, eyes telling Setna that he understood and would head this warning.
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AnimeFan: Yeah! ^^ This chapter is done and over with. So what do you people think? Did I do a good job? Yagami is finally in the story. I actually was gonna make Setna create the Dark Magician, but decided against it. The god card, Slifer the Sky Dragon, seems like a better and more impressive gift. ^____^ Read and review!
Oh, one more thing. The name Queena and I think Kajin as well, plus the idea of Queena always sleeping on Seto's head, come from OrangeGirlExplosion's story, High Priest in Slave's Clothing. An excellent story if you haven't read it already. So they belong to her. I just used them because I loved Queena and how she'd always sleep on Seto's head. ^^ Why'd she have to die, Orange-sama!? Why!? 9___9