King of Dragons
Chapter 2
Rating: PG-13-R
Author: Moonchild DJ
E-Mail: moonchilddj@yahoo.com
URL: www.angelfire.com/anime4/animehime
Disclaimer: Yugioh and its characters, likenesses, etc, do not belong to me. They belong to the various companies that own 'em lock, stock and barrel. I also don't own the general plotline to this fic, as it's based on the movie, "The Scorpion King". I DO own the fic itself, and its original ideas, so please don't take, ne?
Author's Notes: Kon'wa, minna-chan! Moonchild DJ back with another chappie to KoD! *beams and bounces happily* I'm sooooo happy that you guys like it! I was worried that you wouldn't, but it seems I needn't have worried! ^___^ Thank you all for your kind reviews, it made me thrilled to know what you thought of it. I hope you continue to like future chapters, and as always, let me know what you think. Reviews are a life-sustainer for a writer! Enjoy!
**This chapter ish dedicated to SSJ Sky, my onee-chan and fellow "Scorpion King" addict! ^_~ I'm so glad you like it! Enjoy, sweetie!**
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"It's right there, sir. Can't miss it. Just go the way you want and you'll be fine."
"Thank you, Yuugi. You've been a great help." Seth smiled as he fished out three coins. He paused for a second in thought, then held up a ruby, like what Yuugi had tried to hide in his mouth. "This is yours, as well, if you look out for my brother."
"Seth!" Mokuba protested. "I'm not a baby!"
"Maybe not, but I'd feel better." Seth grinned, then looked at Yuugi. "So how about it?"
Yuugi's eyes were twice the size they normally were as he gazed at the ruby. "Ra..you would give that to me...?" he whispered. At Seth's nod, his eyes grew wider. "But you don't even know me.."
"Yuugi, I know more about you in this short time than I do about most people in a lifetime. I trust you as I trust the Pharaoh."
"You do?"
"Yes. You and the Pharaoh would get along famously. Perhaps you could come with us back home.."
Yuugi was touched beyond words. He could only beam and nod furiously in agreement, to which Mokuba and Seth laughed.
"Then it's agreed. You will watch my brother, then?"
"With my life. I can never repay you.."
Seth waved a hand. "Protect my brother and earn my trust, and we're equal."
"Agreed!" The violet eyes shone with happiness, and got wide again at the coins and ruby promised him given before Seth left to take the path planned.
"Good luck, big brother!" Mokuba called, smiling at Yuugi.
******
Seth travelled slowly through the palace, being mindful of guards or somesuch as he crept through the halls toward the destination of the seer's quarters. He had drawn his sword and held it at the ready, blue eyes peering around carefully. He slipped into the shadows as he neared the area, trailing his gaze over the luxrious rooms. All were silent and empty, save one. The bathing quarters. Voices came from there, then the sounds of splashing. He moved closer, blending into the shadows.
Take the woman down before she screamed or alerted any guards, be sure that Pega'asus wasn't around, and get back out. That was the plan, and it was simple. Too bad things never go as planned.
Seth slid through the silk-screened area silently, glancing around the room and water for the woman. He about dropped his sword in surprise when a golden-haired young man came rising out of the waters like a god, taking a gulp of air as he pushed blond hair out of his eyes. Those eyes opened, honey-brown orbs gazing calmly at him as he stood in the waist-deep water.
Seth about lost his breath at the sight of him. Golden hair that hung in his eyes and past his shoulders, clinging to smooth tanned skin, well-built and lightly-muscled. Slim hips, lean, wiry form, beautiful honey-brown eyes. Regal features, kissable lips, stubborn chin..
The brunette blinked out of his stupor as the young man smirked and walked out of the water towards him, water sluicing off his body.
"Well? Are you going to kill me or stare at me?"
He couldn't help but stare as the blond walked unashamed out of the water, displaying his perfect form naturally. He was built as that of a warrior, muscled and toned and trim. Strong legs, slim ankles and feet as light as a dancer as they made no sound. Washboard stomach, tight, perfect rear, and his...gods, this boy was perfect.
Then the blond's sentence finally made it to his overwhelmed brain.
'Well? Are you going to kill me or stare at me?'
Kill him? Why would he--? Seth blinked. The seer. This vision..he was the seer. Katsu. Katsu wasn't a woman, but a man. Perfect, beautiful..but the seer that had been helpless to protect Mokuba. Which meant that he had to kill this radiant creature. He clenched the sword, raising it.
"Ah. I see. Pity." The boy's shoulders shrugged as he donned a gold-chained burgundy-hued dressing robe that barely covered. More like a scrap of clothing.. "Do as you must. But even for destiny, I won't die easily."
Seth growled and rushed him, surprised when he danced back quickly and grabbed up a sword from the table and crashed it against his own, muscles straining.
Seth blinked again. This seer had the makings of a warrior, not just a weak- limbed seer. There was far more to him than he'd originally thought. He drew back and studied him for a moment, then attacked him again, to which the blond blocked with his sword again.
"All this trouble just because I couldn't protect your brother? My powers can only see so far, I couldn't even protect myself from Pega'asus' troops! I would never harm Mokuba willingly!"
Seth paused at the words, frowning. Could it be he was wrong? He growled at his indecision and turned the sword, hitting the blond in the back of the head with the sword pommel instead of killing him. He caught him securely against him when the younger boy's knees crumbled and sagged into unconsciousness.
"For Mokuba's sake..I'll spare you this time.." he murmured softly, glancing down into the upturned face. He ceased his study at a shout, jerking his head up.
"There's someone in the seer's quarters! Move it!"
Seth cursed softly, picking up the blond into his arms and slipping back into the shadows, avoiding the guards with a stealthy grace. He watched them go by silently, then gasped as he felt the blond stir, then jerk, his mouth open. He slapped a hand over his mouth, stilling the slight squeak that startled out.
"Be silent, unless you want to be skewered." he whispered into his ear in a soft growl.
Dark eyes blinked in the shadows, then turned to glare at him. He glared back, his eyes promising a dark threat. 'I dare you' was plainly said in that gaze.
Katsu's eyes narrowed, but he stilled and quieted. Who did this man think he was? He may have been Mokuba's brother, but that didn't give him the right to order him around. He growled and jabbed an elbow into his side, smirking behind his hand when he heard him grunt.
"Behave." Seth whispered before shoving him through the exit. Katsu gave an indignant snort, but followed as Seth led him out. The dagger held at his side also helped move him. 'Pega'asus will NOT be pleased..' he thought to himself as he pulled the wrapping over his hair, making it out of the palace and into the city without any mishaps as the guards rushed past the disguised pair.
"Katsu! You're safe!" A familiar young voice cried, and he smiled as he saw Mokuba. He laughed softly as Mokuba barreled into him, hugging him tightly.
"Good to see you safe as well, Mokuba. Did Pega'asus' men hurt you any?"
The young boy shook his head. "You?"
"Uh..." Not REALLY, it wasn't anything he wasn't used to, but still.. "I'm fine, Mokuba. Don't worry about me."
Seth's eyes narrowed as he caught the hesitation, but he kept quiet. It wasn't his business of the seer was hurt. All that mattered was his brother. He glanced at them and Yuugi. "We'd best get out of here if we don't want to get caught by Pega'aus' troops." he intoned calmly, gathering up his horse's reins in one hand.
"Where are we going?" Mokuba asked as he glanced between his brother and the seer, sensing the tension there.
Katsu glanced at Seth, flushing slightly as he remembered the events in the bathing room, then glanced away, missing the blue-eyed gaze fix upon him for a second.
"We'll go to some allies against Pega'asus, gain their aid before going home." Seth murmured, placing Katsu on the horse and swinging up behind him, taking the reins, missing Katsu's blush at the contact as he led the horse he'd procured for Mokuba and Yuugi with them.
Katsu swallowed. "You mean you aren't going to kill me?" he replied dryly. He seemed so determined to kill him for not taking care of Mokuba...
"Not yet. You know how Pega'asus thinks, you know his plans. So you'll be more useful alive than dead." Seth answered coolly, glancing down at him.
"Oh..so I'll be used, then killed. I feel so much better." Katsu sneered, flushing again when he felt the body behind him rumble with a chuckle.
"Well, I could kill you first, but what would be the fun in that?"
Katsu sighed. Pega'asus would NOT be happy..
******
"What do you mean, he was taken?" Pega'asus hissed, amber eyes narrowing.
"The seer was captured in the bathing room. It was the one spoken of, the assassin, the Dragon King. He was after the seer, and after you, my lord." The guard replied, bowing and keeping his eyes averted respectfully from the silver-haired man. "He took the seer, just as you did."
"Well..no one shall stop my plans. Gather up the men, you'll have a mission."
"To do what, my lord?"
"To kill the assassin, and bring the seer back to me. Now go."
"Yes, my lord." The guard bowed agan and left the seething man brooding on his throne.
"No one will stop me. Everything will go as planned."
******
The small band of travellers soon stopped for the night, needing rest before anything else. Seth and Mokuba slept close by each other, Yuugi off to Mokuba. Katsu curled across the way, clutching close the long garment that served to cover his nakedness and for warmth as slept.
Or so he appeared to be.
Katsu opened his eyes, raising his head hesitantly. He glanced over at the others, holding his breath. His dark eyes narrowed, moving over each one in turn. After the space of a minute, he silently rolled to his feet, gritted his teeth, and bolted.
Only to be brought down, his feet whipped out from under him as something yanked him back. With a soft grunt, he fell to the ground, his hands flying out to support himself. Grumbling, he rolled over, glancing down to see what had stopped him. His eyes widened as he beheld a long white cord tied to his ankle, following that to another ankle. He glanced up and paled. He restrained a hiss as he glanced up at Seth.
Seth quirked a brow, crossing his arms as he glanced at the blond seer. "Are you so eager to go back to Pega'asus?" he murmured coolly.
Katsu growled, launching to his feet and coming at him. That arrogant, blind fool! It was best for him to get away, before Pega'asus followed after him and hurt them. Even being who he was, Seth wouldn't be able to take down all of Pega'asus troops.
He threw a punch at him, fists swinging as he fought to get away, making the tall brunette dance back before he grabbed one of his fists in his hand, pushing back. He gasped in surprise, startled enough to lose his balance, falling back to the ground with him.
Seth growled softly, straddling him at his waist and pushing down on his wrists, stilling any and all movement from him efficiently. He glanced down into the dark eyes filled with a mix of outright anger and stark fear, and paused, not knowing that they were being watched by an awoken Yuugi and Mokuba.
The two blushed, then dived under their covers, ignoring what was going on.
"I thought you wanted to be free of Pega'asus, since you were kidnapped by his troops." Seth growled, his eyes narrowing at Katsu.
"I do! I don't WANT to be his prisoner, his weapon!" Katsu spat, glaring at him.
"Then why are you trying to escape?"
"Oh, like it couldn't do with you wanting to kill me?! That and Pega'asus would do anything to get me back?"
"Honorable of you." Seth spoke sarcastically. He slid off and cut the cord on Katsu's ankle with a knife. "Go if you want. But there are far worse things than me out there.." he trailed off purposely, ambling lazily back to his blankets and laying back down.
Katsu blinked in surprise, sitting up and staring wide-eyed at him. He shoved a hand through his hair in confusion, and made a motion to rise and leave as intended. He squeaked as he heard the sounds of some wild animal in the darkness beyond the firelight, and stiffened, stilling. He swallowed and lay back down.
Maybe it was best to stay, his didn't have any guarentees or warnings of Pega'asus coming or immediate danger. Besides, where would he go, even if he did leave? He couldn't go back home, not without bringing Yaami danger..and he couldn't go out there, not without getting into trouble. He was forced to stay, for now. He sighed and closed his eyes, reluctant to give in to Seth, but having no other choice.
He didn't see Seth's smirk, nor his thoughtful glance at him. He gave in to sleep, and dreamed of peace.
******
"There's been no sign of them, sire." The captain of the guard murmured to a still-steaming Pega'asus. The silver-haired man's hands clenched as he stalked back and forth, glaring.
"I know he is with him." he growled, snapping his fingers and calling for a bird-bearer. He watched with narrowed amber eyes as the guard took the hooded falcon "Find them. Kill the High Priest and any with him. Send back word when the deed is done, then bring back the seer to me alive. He will not escape the next time."
He moved away, stalking over to a basin that held a poison-tipped arrow, picking it up carefully and capping it. "When you see the High Priest, give him this for me. We'll just see if the tales are true if he has dragon blood." He gave it to the guard, who bowed, pressing a fist to his chest and leaving.
Pega'asus smirked. "The seer will be mine again." he murmured softly in grim promise, sitting back on his throne and fingering the mark of his title, a golden-Eyed pendant around his neck. "And next time, I won't be so merciful."
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~End Chapter 2~
Chapter 2
Rating: PG-13-R
Author: Moonchild DJ
E-Mail: moonchilddj@yahoo.com
URL: www.angelfire.com/anime4/animehime
Disclaimer: Yugioh and its characters, likenesses, etc, do not belong to me. They belong to the various companies that own 'em lock, stock and barrel. I also don't own the general plotline to this fic, as it's based on the movie, "The Scorpion King". I DO own the fic itself, and its original ideas, so please don't take, ne?
Author's Notes: Kon'wa, minna-chan! Moonchild DJ back with another chappie to KoD! *beams and bounces happily* I'm sooooo happy that you guys like it! I was worried that you wouldn't, but it seems I needn't have worried! ^___^ Thank you all for your kind reviews, it made me thrilled to know what you thought of it. I hope you continue to like future chapters, and as always, let me know what you think. Reviews are a life-sustainer for a writer! Enjoy!
**This chapter ish dedicated to SSJ Sky, my onee-chan and fellow "Scorpion King" addict! ^_~ I'm so glad you like it! Enjoy, sweetie!**
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"It's right there, sir. Can't miss it. Just go the way you want and you'll be fine."
"Thank you, Yuugi. You've been a great help." Seth smiled as he fished out three coins. He paused for a second in thought, then held up a ruby, like what Yuugi had tried to hide in his mouth. "This is yours, as well, if you look out for my brother."
"Seth!" Mokuba protested. "I'm not a baby!"
"Maybe not, but I'd feel better." Seth grinned, then looked at Yuugi. "So how about it?"
Yuugi's eyes were twice the size they normally were as he gazed at the ruby. "Ra..you would give that to me...?" he whispered. At Seth's nod, his eyes grew wider. "But you don't even know me.."
"Yuugi, I know more about you in this short time than I do about most people in a lifetime. I trust you as I trust the Pharaoh."
"You do?"
"Yes. You and the Pharaoh would get along famously. Perhaps you could come with us back home.."
Yuugi was touched beyond words. He could only beam and nod furiously in agreement, to which Mokuba and Seth laughed.
"Then it's agreed. You will watch my brother, then?"
"With my life. I can never repay you.."
Seth waved a hand. "Protect my brother and earn my trust, and we're equal."
"Agreed!" The violet eyes shone with happiness, and got wide again at the coins and ruby promised him given before Seth left to take the path planned.
"Good luck, big brother!" Mokuba called, smiling at Yuugi.
******
Seth travelled slowly through the palace, being mindful of guards or somesuch as he crept through the halls toward the destination of the seer's quarters. He had drawn his sword and held it at the ready, blue eyes peering around carefully. He slipped into the shadows as he neared the area, trailing his gaze over the luxrious rooms. All were silent and empty, save one. The bathing quarters. Voices came from there, then the sounds of splashing. He moved closer, blending into the shadows.
Take the woman down before she screamed or alerted any guards, be sure that Pega'asus wasn't around, and get back out. That was the plan, and it was simple. Too bad things never go as planned.
Seth slid through the silk-screened area silently, glancing around the room and water for the woman. He about dropped his sword in surprise when a golden-haired young man came rising out of the waters like a god, taking a gulp of air as he pushed blond hair out of his eyes. Those eyes opened, honey-brown orbs gazing calmly at him as he stood in the waist-deep water.
Seth about lost his breath at the sight of him. Golden hair that hung in his eyes and past his shoulders, clinging to smooth tanned skin, well-built and lightly-muscled. Slim hips, lean, wiry form, beautiful honey-brown eyes. Regal features, kissable lips, stubborn chin..
The brunette blinked out of his stupor as the young man smirked and walked out of the water towards him, water sluicing off his body.
"Well? Are you going to kill me or stare at me?"
He couldn't help but stare as the blond walked unashamed out of the water, displaying his perfect form naturally. He was built as that of a warrior, muscled and toned and trim. Strong legs, slim ankles and feet as light as a dancer as they made no sound. Washboard stomach, tight, perfect rear, and his...gods, this boy was perfect.
Then the blond's sentence finally made it to his overwhelmed brain.
'Well? Are you going to kill me or stare at me?'
Kill him? Why would he--? Seth blinked. The seer. This vision..he was the seer. Katsu. Katsu wasn't a woman, but a man. Perfect, beautiful..but the seer that had been helpless to protect Mokuba. Which meant that he had to kill this radiant creature. He clenched the sword, raising it.
"Ah. I see. Pity." The boy's shoulders shrugged as he donned a gold-chained burgundy-hued dressing robe that barely covered. More like a scrap of clothing.. "Do as you must. But even for destiny, I won't die easily."
Seth growled and rushed him, surprised when he danced back quickly and grabbed up a sword from the table and crashed it against his own, muscles straining.
Seth blinked again. This seer had the makings of a warrior, not just a weak- limbed seer. There was far more to him than he'd originally thought. He drew back and studied him for a moment, then attacked him again, to which the blond blocked with his sword again.
"All this trouble just because I couldn't protect your brother? My powers can only see so far, I couldn't even protect myself from Pega'asus' troops! I would never harm Mokuba willingly!"
Seth paused at the words, frowning. Could it be he was wrong? He growled at his indecision and turned the sword, hitting the blond in the back of the head with the sword pommel instead of killing him. He caught him securely against him when the younger boy's knees crumbled and sagged into unconsciousness.
"For Mokuba's sake..I'll spare you this time.." he murmured softly, glancing down into the upturned face. He ceased his study at a shout, jerking his head up.
"There's someone in the seer's quarters! Move it!"
Seth cursed softly, picking up the blond into his arms and slipping back into the shadows, avoiding the guards with a stealthy grace. He watched them go by silently, then gasped as he felt the blond stir, then jerk, his mouth open. He slapped a hand over his mouth, stilling the slight squeak that startled out.
"Be silent, unless you want to be skewered." he whispered into his ear in a soft growl.
Dark eyes blinked in the shadows, then turned to glare at him. He glared back, his eyes promising a dark threat. 'I dare you' was plainly said in that gaze.
Katsu's eyes narrowed, but he stilled and quieted. Who did this man think he was? He may have been Mokuba's brother, but that didn't give him the right to order him around. He growled and jabbed an elbow into his side, smirking behind his hand when he heard him grunt.
"Behave." Seth whispered before shoving him through the exit. Katsu gave an indignant snort, but followed as Seth led him out. The dagger held at his side also helped move him. 'Pega'asus will NOT be pleased..' he thought to himself as he pulled the wrapping over his hair, making it out of the palace and into the city without any mishaps as the guards rushed past the disguised pair.
"Katsu! You're safe!" A familiar young voice cried, and he smiled as he saw Mokuba. He laughed softly as Mokuba barreled into him, hugging him tightly.
"Good to see you safe as well, Mokuba. Did Pega'asus' men hurt you any?"
The young boy shook his head. "You?"
"Uh..." Not REALLY, it wasn't anything he wasn't used to, but still.. "I'm fine, Mokuba. Don't worry about me."
Seth's eyes narrowed as he caught the hesitation, but he kept quiet. It wasn't his business of the seer was hurt. All that mattered was his brother. He glanced at them and Yuugi. "We'd best get out of here if we don't want to get caught by Pega'aus' troops." he intoned calmly, gathering up his horse's reins in one hand.
"Where are we going?" Mokuba asked as he glanced between his brother and the seer, sensing the tension there.
Katsu glanced at Seth, flushing slightly as he remembered the events in the bathing room, then glanced away, missing the blue-eyed gaze fix upon him for a second.
"We'll go to some allies against Pega'asus, gain their aid before going home." Seth murmured, placing Katsu on the horse and swinging up behind him, taking the reins, missing Katsu's blush at the contact as he led the horse he'd procured for Mokuba and Yuugi with them.
Katsu swallowed. "You mean you aren't going to kill me?" he replied dryly. He seemed so determined to kill him for not taking care of Mokuba...
"Not yet. You know how Pega'asus thinks, you know his plans. So you'll be more useful alive than dead." Seth answered coolly, glancing down at him.
"Oh..so I'll be used, then killed. I feel so much better." Katsu sneered, flushing again when he felt the body behind him rumble with a chuckle.
"Well, I could kill you first, but what would be the fun in that?"
Katsu sighed. Pega'asus would NOT be happy..
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"What do you mean, he was taken?" Pega'asus hissed, amber eyes narrowing.
"The seer was captured in the bathing room. It was the one spoken of, the assassin, the Dragon King. He was after the seer, and after you, my lord." The guard replied, bowing and keeping his eyes averted respectfully from the silver-haired man. "He took the seer, just as you did."
"Well..no one shall stop my plans. Gather up the men, you'll have a mission."
"To do what, my lord?"
"To kill the assassin, and bring the seer back to me. Now go."
"Yes, my lord." The guard bowed agan and left the seething man brooding on his throne.
"No one will stop me. Everything will go as planned."
******
The small band of travellers soon stopped for the night, needing rest before anything else. Seth and Mokuba slept close by each other, Yuugi off to Mokuba. Katsu curled across the way, clutching close the long garment that served to cover his nakedness and for warmth as slept.
Or so he appeared to be.
Katsu opened his eyes, raising his head hesitantly. He glanced over at the others, holding his breath. His dark eyes narrowed, moving over each one in turn. After the space of a minute, he silently rolled to his feet, gritted his teeth, and bolted.
Only to be brought down, his feet whipped out from under him as something yanked him back. With a soft grunt, he fell to the ground, his hands flying out to support himself. Grumbling, he rolled over, glancing down to see what had stopped him. His eyes widened as he beheld a long white cord tied to his ankle, following that to another ankle. He glanced up and paled. He restrained a hiss as he glanced up at Seth.
Seth quirked a brow, crossing his arms as he glanced at the blond seer. "Are you so eager to go back to Pega'asus?" he murmured coolly.
Katsu growled, launching to his feet and coming at him. That arrogant, blind fool! It was best for him to get away, before Pega'asus followed after him and hurt them. Even being who he was, Seth wouldn't be able to take down all of Pega'asus troops.
He threw a punch at him, fists swinging as he fought to get away, making the tall brunette dance back before he grabbed one of his fists in his hand, pushing back. He gasped in surprise, startled enough to lose his balance, falling back to the ground with him.
Seth growled softly, straddling him at his waist and pushing down on his wrists, stilling any and all movement from him efficiently. He glanced down into the dark eyes filled with a mix of outright anger and stark fear, and paused, not knowing that they were being watched by an awoken Yuugi and Mokuba.
The two blushed, then dived under their covers, ignoring what was going on.
"I thought you wanted to be free of Pega'asus, since you were kidnapped by his troops." Seth growled, his eyes narrowing at Katsu.
"I do! I don't WANT to be his prisoner, his weapon!" Katsu spat, glaring at him.
"Then why are you trying to escape?"
"Oh, like it couldn't do with you wanting to kill me?! That and Pega'asus would do anything to get me back?"
"Honorable of you." Seth spoke sarcastically. He slid off and cut the cord on Katsu's ankle with a knife. "Go if you want. But there are far worse things than me out there.." he trailed off purposely, ambling lazily back to his blankets and laying back down.
Katsu blinked in surprise, sitting up and staring wide-eyed at him. He shoved a hand through his hair in confusion, and made a motion to rise and leave as intended. He squeaked as he heard the sounds of some wild animal in the darkness beyond the firelight, and stiffened, stilling. He swallowed and lay back down.
Maybe it was best to stay, his didn't have any guarentees or warnings of Pega'asus coming or immediate danger. Besides, where would he go, even if he did leave? He couldn't go back home, not without bringing Yaami danger..and he couldn't go out there, not without getting into trouble. He was forced to stay, for now. He sighed and closed his eyes, reluctant to give in to Seth, but having no other choice.
He didn't see Seth's smirk, nor his thoughtful glance at him. He gave in to sleep, and dreamed of peace.
******
"There's been no sign of them, sire." The captain of the guard murmured to a still-steaming Pega'asus. The silver-haired man's hands clenched as he stalked back and forth, glaring.
"I know he is with him." he growled, snapping his fingers and calling for a bird-bearer. He watched with narrowed amber eyes as the guard took the hooded falcon "Find them. Kill the High Priest and any with him. Send back word when the deed is done, then bring back the seer to me alive. He will not escape the next time."
He moved away, stalking over to a basin that held a poison-tipped arrow, picking it up carefully and capping it. "When you see the High Priest, give him this for me. We'll just see if the tales are true if he has dragon blood." He gave it to the guard, who bowed, pressing a fist to his chest and leaving.
Pega'asus smirked. "The seer will be mine again." he murmured softly in grim promise, sitting back on his throne and fingering the mark of his title, a golden-Eyed pendant around his neck. "And next time, I won't be so merciful."
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~End Chapter 2~