AN: Yea! I got another chapter done. This chapter introduces a few characters, but not much happens. Sorry! But there will be more action and a lot more characters introduced in the next. So if this is disappointing, don't worry. There is more to come. Also I must address the fact that I have a made up my own character (Ramla) for the sake of my story. She is pure fiction and has no place in the manga or anime. And reviews will always be appreciated.

I don't own Yu-gi-oh…yea.

CHAPTER 3

Aishizu stood by the balcony of her palace room observing the Nile and the landscape that surrounded it. The night was serene and the breeze blew gently, rippling her silky black hair in the wind. She was dressed in the grandest fabric and adorned with jeweled ornaments, one being a brilliant gold necklace. But this was no simple piece of jewelry. It began to glow, dimly at first, but then brighter and brighter. Aishizu tensed up and grabbed her neck, feeling its power. As it illuminated the darkness, she took a deep breath, relaxing her body and closed her eyes. Something was different. She could sense it. Something in the Sands of Time had been altered.

Aishizu eyes shot open in alarm. All she could see was the darkness around her as her body lay lifelessly on a small bed. The room was cramped and the bed sheets stuck to her sweaty skin. Her hair was in knots and her breath was shallow. Where am I?

She desperately tried to recall all that happened before, but she could only remember the dream she had of herself. She sat there pondering its meaning. It was me, but an older me. And I was nervous, no alert. And that necklace, it began to glow. What does it all mean?

But her thoughts were interrupted when a woman dressed in fancy cloth walked forward, revealing herself from the shadows. Aishizu jumped. "Wh- who are you?"

The woman smiled at her with warmth. She had a soft face and carried a wet cloth in her hand. "Don't worry child. I am Ramla, one of the Pharaoh's Priestess." She stood over Aishizu and dabbed her forehead gently. Aishizu just sat there as her body became relaxed.

"You must have had some dream," Ramla said, as she gave cup of water mixed with some herbs to Aishizu. "You were shaking violently. What was it about?"

Aishizu's eyes lowered and then lifted to Ramla's face. The woman had a look of reassurance. "It was of me. And I was standing by the palace balcony." Aishizu voice strained as she recalled all that she saw. "I was dressed royally, and I had a gold necklace with the eye of the gods—"

"You had a necklace with the eye of the gods?" asked Ramla greatly interested. "Was there anything special about it?"

Aishizu replied reluctantly. "Yes, it was glowing."

Ramla nodded her head, "You have been blessed by the gods with foresight, haven't you?"

Aishizu looked at Ramla's face and nodded. Ramla smiled gently. "Dear, I know of the pain you go through. I, too, can see what others can't. It's a blessing and a burden. But you are truly destined for the Millennium Tauk. I have seen it just as you."

Chills ran down Aishizu's spine. Her eyes lowered, and she sat there staring at the ground. She must be talking about what Akunadin and the Pharaoh were speaking of. But me, a Priestess? That's ridiculous. But I did see that necklace. Maybe it really is a Millennium item. What if she speaks the truth? This was all so much for Aishizu. She finally looked up, and nodded.

Sensing her uncertainty, Ramla reassured Aishizu. "Don't worry, child. I will tell the Pharaoh of your gift and his counsel of Priest will judge you. But you will surely pass their tests with ease. I can see it."

With that, Ramlaglided out of the room, leaving Aishizu's head swirling filled with conflicting thoughts.

After sitting there for hours, Aishizu heard the door open slowly with a creak. A shadow appeared, but soon the light revealed it was Seto. He had a look of concern and worry on his face, as he advanced toward Aishizu.

"Aishizu, are you okay?"

"Yes, Seto, I'm fine," she answered with embarrassment. The whole situation was quite humiliating, but Seto just smiled.

"You couldn't imagine how frightened I was when I saw you fall to the ground. One minute you were standing beside me and the next, you collapsed to the floor. I was never so worried before," he remarked with humor, yet care.

Aishizu smiled weakly. "Unfortunately, it occurs more than to my liking, but I'm always all right in the end."

"Alright, eh? Does that mean spending a whole day in bed is considered 'all right'?" Seto questioned playfully.

Aishizu laughed. "Well of course, dear Seto. A girl with the beauty of I, must get her rest."

"Hmm… that's funny. I don't think I've seen any pretty girls around here." A smirk spread across Seto's face.

Aishizu gasped jokingly at his joke, but was a bit hurt by his remark. He doesn't think I'm pretty?

But Seto immediately realized Aishizu's wound. He instantly replied, "But I do see a graceful and charming young lady before me."

Aishizu blushed deeply.

BANG! The door slammed open and Priest Akunadin walked in. He had a look of fierceness as he stormed to Aishizu's bed to meet Seto.

"Seto, is this where you have been?" He glared at the young boy and continued with his ranting. "Do not allow silly things to distract you." He quickly shot a poisonous glance to Aishizu. "You've worked much too hard. If you ever dream of becoming the High Priest, as I, constant progress must be attained."

Seto looked down and nodded his head at his mentor. "Yes, my Priest, I shall continue with my studies immediately."

"Good boy. Now run along to your books." Seto nodded once again and walked out of the room with a dismal look.

Then Akunadin turned to Aishizu. She sat there staring at him with fearful eyes.

"As for you, I hear the Priestess Ramla believes you are one of the selected ones. To posses a Millennium Item, you must have great power and strength. No mere person can hold these items. Do you think you're capable of this, little girl?"

Fighting off the intimidating aura of the old priest, Aishizu finally mustered out, "Yes."

A look of wonderment sprung on his face. "Oh, really?"

Aishizu looked into his sharp eyes and saw the viciousness that hid behind it. She summoned every ounce of courage she had and finally spoke up.

"Yes, my High Priest, I do believe in my worthiness of the trials for the Millennium Tauk. I may have come from very little and have faced many obstacles, but I truly feel that I am very much capable."

Akunadin raised an eyebrow and simply responded, "We will see very soon, my dear." With that, he stride through the door hastily and left Aishizu alone in the darkness.