I do not own Yu-Gi-Oh or any of its characters and plots.

However the following characters (their powers and such) used in this fan fiction ARE mine:

Lady Aurora Phoenix

Lady Natara Fear

Lady Sapphira Star

Blaze

Chaos

Havoc

Going to the mailbox...

Unshed-tears247- Glad you like the plot so far. I won't continue to make him seem so weak (I was not sure just what to call it either- I was going for sentimental sorry lol) He will fight and he will have these battles soon. I know I took my time getting this far and it was to set up the basic principals for their relationship. He is much stronger than I have made him out to be thus far and his strength will come to light shortly (still working that out yet). There is the whole idea where a guy in love is a little softer and can be easily distracted lol... But he still knows what he must do when the time comes... the time just hasn't come yet. Thank you for taking the time to read and in the next few chapters you will see the difference begin to emerge. I promise.

Now back to the story... (Note- looks like this one may be another short chapter too... trust me, that is sure to change soon as well)


"Go To Him"

"You may enter," Lady Phoenix said in a tired voice. Atem entered to find the three women all on the bed. Lady Star looked up at him with a knowing look and Lady Fear merely smiled at him.

"Dinner will be served shortly if you all still wish to join us," he managed to say in a shaky voice.

"Why Pharaoh, do we make you nervous?" Lady Star asked with a playful tone in her voice. He coughed and stood straighter as he faced her. Her smile dimmed slightly, but then a small smile curved his lips.

"Not exactly," he responded lightly. "Just was not sure as to what to expect."

Lady Fear stood and smiled at him. "We do not bite your highness. We merely look after our friend and leader. You are one of us after all, I can sense it. Blaze's Powers flow through you. Even though you do not need them. He accepted you. That is enough for me. Now what did you say about dinner?" Atem's smile grew brighter and they were joined by Lady Star who had helped Lady Phoenix out of her bed.

"Yes, let us eat, please," Lady Star said with a laugh as they left the room and headed for the main hall.


Lady Phoenix and her friends sat silently at the far end of the table as they ate. She kept casting glances at Chaos who had managed to gain back more of his strength and was moving around more. Havoc continued to send Atem scowls when the Pharaoh was not looking and Lady Fear kicked him as a warning. Lady Phoenix merely shook her head. She wondered just how much of a problem this was going to be for them by staying here. She was going to have to talk to Havoc one day about this. Especially after the last vision she had. Feeling eyes watching her, she jumped and looked up. The eyes did not belong to any of her friends. The eyes were at the other end. Isis and Akunadin were staring at her. Curiosity, anger, and frustration were in both pairs of eyes. She looked at the head of the table and caught Atem gazing at her from the corner of his eye as he listened to the chatter around him. Then, there was a new sensation buzzing in her mind. A darker sensation.

What is it, Aurora? Lady Star had caught her concerned look and tried to get her attention.

I sense the presence of one of Lord Theron's men on the Pharaoh's land not far from here, she returned. Eyes narrowed in anger at her mental announcement. In one swift movement, the five of them rose from their seats. Out of the corner of her eye, Lady Phoenix saw that several of the priests and Atem had stood as well.

"Is everything all right, Lady Aurora?" Slowly, she faced Atem. She saw a mixture of emotions in his eyes.

"No, Pharaoh." Several gasps were heard throughout the room. A fierce look crossed Atem's face.

"What is it?" he asked. She sighed before answering.

"In order to ensure the safety of your people and yourself, my friends and I must leave at this time." She saw the questions going through his mind. "Do not worry, Pharaoh. We shall return when all is safe." He made a move as if to stop her.

No, please... she begged him with her mental voice. He stopped, shocked by the desperation and sadness he felt in her words. For the love of your God, Atem, please do not stop us. We have to go.

"Can I at least speak with you privately for a moment before you leave?" He had managed to sound calm and in control, but his eyes gave him away to her. She looked at her friends. Havoc was glaring. Lady Fear elbowed him and quietly nodded. Chaos looked grim, but there was an understanding look in his eyes. Lady Star gave a soft smile and leaned toward her friend.

"Go to him now, Aurora" she whispered.

"But..." Lady Star stopped her protest.

"We do not know what we will face when we meet up with Theron again. You can at least tell him how you feel." Lady Phoenix closed her eyes and shook her head so subtly it was nearly unnoticeable.

"I cannot, Sapphira," she returned, her soft voice beginning to shake as she again looked up at her friend.

"You can, Aurora. Whoever is out there will not attack for awhile yet or we would have seen him already. There is still time for the two of you to work a few things out." Lady Phoenix looked from Lady Star to the hopeful face of Atem and then back to her friend. Lady Star raised an eyebrow and nodded in Atem's direction. Slowly, Lady Phoenix closed her eyes and faced Atem again with her head bowed.

"As you wish, Pharaoh," was all she said as he led her from the room.