Chapter 2

(Your POV)

You stayed in your stance as you looked at Muhado trying to figure out what his first move would be. The two of you were at a stand still waiting for the other to make their move.

"Well, ladies first.. Isn't that the custom?" Muhado spoke up looking strait at you. You just laughed softly at his words. You were never like other little girls who worried about beauty or looking your best, and to be called upon as one was quite entertaining.

"If you insist Muhado.." you spoke up as you waved your hand in such a way that a gust of wind blew from behind Muhado sending him forwards. As the wind came your way, you quickly put up your defensive so you weren't blown off your feet. You watched Muhado catch himself with his hands flipping him onto his feet. You smiled briefly at your opponent's fast action, but resumed your task once again. The two of you were fighting back and forth, each giving the other their own challenge. This went on for some time until you were given your chance. He was open and you quickly hit him to the ground and pinned him with your left hand pressing onto the top of his chest as your right quickly accumulated a fire spell

"Move and it's over" you warned. He saw his position and nodded in acknowledgement of defeat. You smiled and got off your opponent, reaching down to help him to his feet...

You were slightly startled by the sudden sound of clapping. You turned around to see the pharaoh standing out of his seat clapping at the sight before him.

''Good job my dear...Your master told nothing but the truth when he told me of you. Marvellous job...'' he told you. You quickly bowed to him with a soft thank you. You didn't really know how to respond to his complement.

''My dear... your talents have helped me in my decision to place you with the palace guard. Let it be known on this day... this young woman is now second in command of my palace guard...'' he spoke again. You were overtaken with mixed feelings as all you could seem to do was bow again.

''Thank you sire... I am greatly honoured...my pharaoh..'' she thanked him. He nodded then looked at Kira who was standing to the side due to the match that had just taken place.

''Kira...'' he spoke up. She immediately went down to a knee head bowed. Yes sire...'' she replied.

''No need dear... look at me when we speak..'' the pharaoh told her. She stood to her feet and looked at him. ''I do not doubt your abilities as well, so I will make it clear. I wish for you to protect my son.. Atem..'' He made a gesture to the boy beside him. She bowed as well.

''I will protect him with my own life...'' she replied. The pharaoh seemed pleased.

''Rubin... be proud of your students... they have honoured you well as their teacher...'' he told Rubin.

''Thank you my pharaoh..'' Rubin replied with a smile...

A couple moons (months) have passed since that day and you have done the very job you were given. At first, the men didn't take to well on the fact that you, a girl, would be giving orders, but they soon let that go when a couple of them decided to challenge your abilities and you beat them all without much effort. You were walking around the city for a little exploring when you came to a corner where two men talked. You quickly pressed yourself against the wall so the group wouldn't realize your presence.

"How are you sure the dragon is in our walls?" one of the men asked another.

"Have you not seen it? It has terrorized nearby towns and villages..."

"But what makes you sure it is The Great White Dragon?" the voice interrupted.

"The damage is undeniable... only one creature could have caused such devastation." the other replied.

"Have you heard of the new guardian whom will serve?" another voice added as you pictured an old man walking up to the group.

"Yes, they say he comes from city people like us..." One replied.

"True.. A young lad of brown hair and blue eyes.." the old voice spoke in a jolly manor.

"What good does that do old man?" the other man asked.

"It shows that there is hope for all those in the city yet. If one man can do it, can't the rest..." the old man pointed out as you heard his steps leave the group. There was a brief silence before the men began their conversation once more. You decided that you had heard enough and just went the other way so to continue your exploring...

You went back to the palace where you ran into your master.

"Good day Master Rubin." you greeted.

"Maza! Where have you been child?" He asked.

"I was in the city searching for a potential threat.." you replied to your master. He looked at you with his violet eyes showing that he realized you were telling nothing but truth.

"You and Kira need to go to the West Courtyard after dinner is served tonight... we have fallen behind on training lately.." He informed you.

"Sure thing Master! Does Kira know or do I need to tell her of this change in plans?" you answered.

"I told her, but remind her for me child.." Master Rubin explained.

"I will do just that sir." you smiled as you walked off into the palace...

As you entered the front room, you noticed a figure looking around. You looked over to find it to be a guy. He was a tall man with brown hair. As you came closer, you realized that he was around the same age as you and possessed eyes as blue as the Great Nile.

"Hello stranger.. What is thou doing in this room?" you spoke up as you came behind him. He jumped slightly and turned to see you.

"My apologies, but I am somewhat lost..." the stranger finally spoke up. You looked him over. You had never seen this guy before and wondered what his purpose was.

"May I ask who you are and where you were going stranger?" you questioned. He seemed surprised but nodded.

"My name is Seto.. I was called here, and I am looking for the throne room.." he explained.

"Seto, well I think you might as well know that the pharaoh will not be in that room at this hour. He will be dining then will retire to his quarters..." you pointed out to him.

"Who are YOU may I ask?" he questioned in response.

"I am Maza, and if you are who I think you are, I will be your protection when you sleep at night..." You answered him. He looked confused but what forced out by a voice.

"My lady..." You looked over and saw one of the younger servants to the palace.

"Yes Ran, what is it?" you asked glancing quickly at this guy.

"I am sorry my lady, but I was to take the guest to his room... and I took too much time getting here..." the young girl spoke up. You looked at Seto then back at Ran.

"Very well then. Do as you were told, but I must ask you a question.." you told her.

"What lady Maza?" the child asked as if thinking she were in trouble.

"Have you seen Kira? I must speak with her.." You asked the young girl.

"Last I saw Lady Kira, she was in the gardens of the Lillis" she replied.

"Thank you Ran. Now escort Sir Seto to his quarters.." you smiled as you left to the gardens where you guessed your friend to be...

(Seto's POV)

You followed this girl down several great hall ways and rooms not saying a word. The whole journey, your mind was captured by the girl you had just met. You had first mistaken her as a high level servant at first, but she told you other wise. This girl this Maza held a place in this palace. But that was not what seemed to set her in your mind. Her face, her body, it all looked so soft as the silk many palace women wore. As you thought of this girl, your heart pounded in your chest and a weird feeling came over your body. This was all unexplainable. What made you feel like so?

"Sir Seto, this shall be your quarters of living from now on. I hope you see it to your liking." came the young child's voice as she stood next to a quite large door. You reached out and pushed the door open to see a very large room that amazed you. This room was much larger then the room you had before when you once lived with your mother.

"Thank you.. I shall.." you murmured waving the girl to leave as you looked around the room. You looked about the room until you came to another doorway that led out to a balcony.

You lookedown below where you stood to see a sight. There she was. The girl from before stood down in the courtyard with another girl and an older gentlemen. The two seemed to be engaged in battle, but it didn't seem dangerous since the older gentleman just stood and watched as he did randomly calling commands to the two. That made you realize that the two were training together. You stood against the railing looking below at the sight as that familiar feeling came into your stomach. What was this feeling that ran through you when you saw her? Why could you not understand this feeling?...

(Your POV)

''Keep this going you two... we've been behind on training lately..'' Rubin yelled to you and Kira as the two of you spared off.

''How has your job been Kira?'' You asked dodging a swing from Kira and responding with a counter move.

''easy...'' she caught your fist and threw it back, ''I just watch Atem, and keep him out of trouble... how about you..'' she dipped down and made an attempt to swing your feet out from under her with a swipe of her leg. You jumped up and did a swift back flip regaining her ground.

"Fine... keep the outsiders who are harmful from the palace walls.. Order the guard around...it's fun actually..'' you replied as the two of you continued to spar off.

''Come on girls, Faster... you look like a pair of snails..'' Rubin pointed out causing the two of you to go faster. It was just a hand to hand combat exercising, but you both were in total concentration and seemed to be equally matched. That was until Kira took you off guard and brought you to the ground. Kira stood back up and helped you to your feet.

''You win once again Kira...that means I have some work to do..'' You told her dusting yourself off.

''No, you just have to face the fact that I'm the better fighter..'' Kira teased...

(FFNEXT DAY)

The sun was high in the sky when you were walking through the courtyard in the west end of the palace. You walked along the water's edge near a patch of desert Lillis leaning over to take in their sweet scent but your peace was interrupted by the sound of a familiar voice.

"LADY MAZA!! LADY MAZA!!" You turned around to see one of the captains running in your direction.

"What is it Captain?" you asked the man who now stood in front of you out of breath.

"My lady... the Sandbar Bandits have breached the western post... they are heading for the palace..." he explained out of breath. Your heart skipped a beat as he told you these words.

"Gather your men and have them ready at the west gates.. I do not want those men getting into the palace walls if the men I take fail in keeping them in the city." you ordered as you stood and ran in the direction of the main throne room. Last time these bandits entered city gates, you almost lost and you knew you would need help. You just only hoped you could get the help and reach the city before the bandits caused too much destruction...