Yami walked down the hall, the sun showing through the windows and balconys. He passed one of his servants and asked if she has seen the young woman. "She's out in the garden, Pharaoh." Yami thanked her and walked towards the direction of the garden. He turned the corner and saw her, knelt down by a rose bush. She was wearing her hair back today, and the white robe she wore fitted her perfectly. He walked out and stood in silence. The young woman stood up and held out her hand to the sky. He looked up and saw a desert hawk fly towards her. It landed on her wrist and she smiled. "So, how long are you going to stand there in silence, Pharaoh?" she asked, not looking at him. Yami smirked, walking forward. "I didn't want to scare you. It's not polite to do that to a young woman of any kind." he stated. She looked at him and smiled. "Well, at least someone has respect for women in this era." she thought. She brushed the hawk's feathers back and asked, "Do you believe that there is something out there... like a different world?" she asked. Yami stood beside her as she gazed over the city. "Possibly... the fact that we are caught up in this time and era right now seems to be enough for everyone, but me... well, I know that there is more people then us out there." he explained. She lifted her hand to the air and the hawk took off. Yami looked over at her and asked, "Are you okay?" She looked at him with a soft smile. "I'm fine...but, I'm afraid I must leave soon, Pharaoh. I don't belong here, and with me being here, you can be in great danger." she stated. Yami was confused. How could he be in danger? The young woman turned around and headed for the inside. Yami grabbed her wrist, and she looked into his royal eyes. There was something about them that made her feel that there was nothing in the world that could get to her. "I won't let anything harm you... as Pharaoh, that is my duty. You are part of my kingdom now, and I must protect you."

(A week later)

She sat outside, on the ledge of the balcony, looking down at the city. The night breeze was cool, but the atmosphere was still humid. She closed her eyes, her lungs taking in the soft wind's scent.

"So, this is where you are."

She turned around and looked at Seto. She honestly didn't like the Pharaoh's cousin... only because he creeped her out. He stood beside her and asked, "Missing home?" She turned her gaze back to the city and replied, "No... just needed to clear my mind for a bit. My mind has been clouded with thoughts that I wish not to say at the moment." she stated. Seto looked up at the night sky and sighed. "The Pharaoh is looking for you. He said that you missed dinner, which isn't like you." She turned around and jumped down. She walked towards the inside, her mind still a bit clouded with these foresaken thoughts.

She knocked on his chamber's door, uncertain that he was inside. She took in a deep breath and opened the door slightly. "Pharaoh, did you call?" she called inside.

"I was worried about you." she heard from behind her. She turned around and looked at him. He had this worried look on his face and his eyes was filled with sadness. Those royal, purple eyes tore at her soul as she stared into them. She then bowed, trying to avoid eye contact. "I'm sorry, Pharaoh. I wanted to clear my head." she whispered. Yami lifted her head and whispered, " I thought you left... without saying goodbye."

Those simple words triggered something within her that she hadn't felt anywhere. "What is this feeling? Why is it that he is the only one makes me feel this way?" she thought. Yami sighed and replied, "Then again, it is not my place to keep you here, my lady. You are free to leave when you want to... you are a guest here, and nothing more..." Yami headed for his chambers, but stopped when she caught his hand. He turned around and looked at her dark eyes. How couldn't she see it from the beginning? Why was she so blind to what was in front of her.

"I... I don't want to leave..."

Yami stood there. "I feel that if I leave... that I... I just might die..." she whispered. Yami placed his hand on her cheek and wipped away the lone tear. She looked into his eyes, her breath caught in her throat. He leaned forward, his heart calming in his chest. She closed her eyes, her mind clear for the first time and years...