Howdy! This will probably be my last update on this story for awhile, since Spring break is almost over, and I won't have as much free time. I hope you are all still enjoying this story, though. Thanks to the readers! n.n

Now, on with the story!

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"W-What in Ra's name…" Umi rubbed her eyes, looking around her. She was still on sand, but she had gotten into some tent. It was a spacious tent, with two other mats in it, and a bowl with a pitcher of water on a small table. She pushed away at the blanket on top of her, standing up. She looked outside to see a small group of people in the distance, looking through the sand. She went out, instantly shading her eyes from the sun. The heat was already at its highest, and Umi couldn't stand to be out in it for long. She quickly went inside the tent, and poured some water in the bowl. Finally, she took a deep breath.

"Please don't let this be a dream." She thought, dunking her face inside. She stayed underwater for about a minute, and then came up, gasping for air. She looked all around, making sure she was still there.

"I guess this isn't a dream." She spoke out, wiping her face with a towel.

"I see you're awake." A voice called from the entrance.

Umi looked up quickly to see her visitor. She sat back a bit, defending herself.

"I'll let you know right now, I have no riches, so-"

"Relax." The voice laughed, stepping fully into the tent.

It was a tall man, who looked to be around her age. He had a nice tan, but he wasn't naturally dark. His muscles stood out, but they were lean when he didn't flex. His six pack also stood out quite nicely, she noticed. He was shirtless, but had on a tan mid-length skirt (A/N: Heh. Man skirt.) and a long, red cape. He wore a strange crown around his head, made of pure gold. The front shined with an eye design, shining out.

"What is your name, my dear?"

"Umi. And you are..?"

"My name is Atem Asar."

"A-Asar?"

"Yes…"

Umi's eyes went wide. This was the son of the Pharaoh to Upper Egypt! She quickly got on her knees, bowing down before the teen. The Prince blushed slightly, rubbing the back of his head.

"You really don't have to do that."

"But you've saved me!"

"It's fine. What were you doing out in the middle of the desert anyway?"

"I…wasn't wanted." Umi sighed, holding her head.

"You were abandoned?"

"Yes… My family no longer wanted me." She looked away, a tear rolling down her dirty cheek.

"I'm sorry to hear that." Atem put a hand on her shoulder for comfort.

She looked at him and smiled. It was then she noticed his wild hair. It was black, red, and blonde, layered over one another. It was spiky in places, and two bangs went in his front. She had to hold back a laugh, because it certainly was different from any she'd seen before. Atem gave her an odd look, and she burst out laughing.

"Are you alright?"

"Yes, just…" she burst out laughing again.

"Are you sure?"

"I-I'm sorry, it's just... your hair."

"My hair?"

"It's…. different."

"Well, I don't see too many people walking around with blue hair."

"Indeed. I suppose we can call it a draw… for now," She smiled, "So when are you returning home?"

"We were going to head back first thing tomorrow, since it is a week-long travel."

"I see."

"But for now, you should rest. I'm sure it's been rough for you."

"Thank you, Prince Asar."

"Please, just call me Atem. I have enough people calling me 'Prince.'"

"Alright then."

"I need to go do something things. I'll leave a maid with you in case you need anything." The Prince smiled, exiting the tent. Umi went back on her mat, her mind at rest.

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Four days later…

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Set was up in his bedroom, tossing and turning. He had gone without sex for a week, and it was slowly driving him insane. His wife tried to give him so many hints, but he just couldn't imagine doing it with her. He thought of Nethara as an attractive woman, but none the less, she wasn't built like the servant girl. He needed some, and badly.

"Maybe I should just swallow my pride and do her. After all, she is my wife." He looked over at his sleeping wife.

She looked rather beautiful when she slept. Her black hair was spread across her pillow, while her nightwear was rather wrinkled, her cleavage revealed just slightly. Her lips were lightly parted, and her face looked rather peaceful. He took a hand and ran it across her arm. It was warm to the touch and smooth.

"Maybe just… one kiss." He put his lips on hers gently, waiting to see if she would stir. She did, only to return the kiss half-heartedly.

"P-Prince Seth, what are you doing?" she whispered, still groggy.

"I need you…" he started kissing down her neck.

"So suddenly? Surely it is late in the night."

"I don't care, I want you NOW." He growled in her ear, feeling his way down her clothes.

"I'm tired, my love. Let's just-"

"I don't care what you are. You are mine, and you will do as I say, when I say. Do you understand?" he grabbed her wrist, holding it harshly.

"Y-Yes! P-Please stop." She whimpered, trying to free her wrist.

"Good. Now, let's have some fun." Set's eyes had clouded over with maliciousness and lust, giving Nethara a rather nervous feeling.

"It's all for him. All for…my love?"

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Four more days pass by…

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"Wow, I hope we get there soon." Umi thought.

She was riding on top of a rather disobedient camel, which seemed to make her practically fall off with every step. Atem had found it rather entertaining to watch her try and get the camel to obey her. Even though she wanted to turn the horrid thing into lunch, she thought it was worth it to see the prince smile. According to his maid, he rarely did. In fact, she made it seem like he never had any fun. What a horrid thought!

"Umi… Umi?"

Umi shook a bit, realizing she had dazed off in her wonder. Atem looked over at her,

"We're going to be arriving soon."

"How can you tell?"

"It's right in front of us."

"Your highness, there's just a bunch of sand in front of us."

"Just wait for it…"

They were going up a dune at a slow pace. Suddenly, the sunlight burst upon them. She shaded her eyes for a moment, and then looked down before her. It was the Northern Kingdom. It stretched for miles!

"It's just like home…" she kept looking, admiring the sky view.

"Maybe you could think of it as that way." He looked over at her.

"What do you mean?"

"Well… your family kicked you out, didn't they?"

"Yes…"

"Why not stay here, where everyone's wanted?"

"Your highness, I-"

"It's Atem, and I would be honored if you stayed. With me.

"In the palace??"

"Unless you'd rather stay on the streets."

"…I'd rather not."

"Then you will stay with me."

"Is there enough room?"

"Well, you see that building over there, the biggest one?"

"Yeah."

"That's my home."

"It's beautiful."

"It's better inside."

"Well, then. Let's race."

"What?"

"Let's race there!"

"I don't know, it's-"

But Umi had already started her camel, which wasn't exactly fast, but still managed to get a few feet ahead. Atem sighed, and made his way down the hill.

After quite a walk, they made their way to the entrance. Atem was at the front, making everyone on the streets stop what they were doing, and come to welcome back their prince. Umi stayed in the back, trying to avoid the attention. She looked at the faces of the crowd. All of them seemed to be happy, overjoyed. No one seemed sad or worried, like when Set paraded in the streets of his kingdom. She almost wondered how he was doing, considering he probably hadn't had sex in almost two weeks.

"He deserves it." Her expression turned sour, as she continued to march through the streets, trying to push her former lover out of her mind.

Once they arrived at the Palace, the Pharaoh and his wife were awaiting their son in the dining hall. Atem hugged them both, receiving a smile from each. Their attire was like that of the Southern's, but red and gold. Finally, Atem motioned for Umi to move up front with him. She quickly followed up.

"Father, mother. This is Umi. I met her on our way back home."

"I-It's an honor to meet you." She got down on her knees, bowing before them.

"She seems like a respectable girl. Where are you from, my dear?" Atem's mother questioned.

"I was from the Lower Kingdom. However,-"

"She was abandoned by her family. She has no where else to go." Atem cut in.

"Well, she's welcome to stay here."

"And what about my favor towards this?" Pharaoh looked over at his wife.

"Well, it's not we don't have enough room."

"True. I'll give her two sunrises, and if she can impress me without seeming utterly suspicious, then I will allow her to stay."

"Thank you, your highness," She bowed again, "I will not let you be disappointed by me."

"Father, it's been a long journey. Can we eat?"

"Wash up, first. I want you to look presentable for your own feast, after all." He smiled, shooing them off.

"Well, where should I go?"

"I'll show you to your room."

A few halls and staircases later, they were outside two large, stone doors. Atem pushed him open, and revealed a rather spacious room. It had lots of red and gold, and several statues of various gods.

"It's beautiful!"

"It'll be better tonight, trust me."

"Oh?" she gave him a look.

"You'll see. Now hurry into the baths. I'll send in some maids for you."

"Thank you, Atem." She smiled brightly at him.

"It's no problem." He gave a small smile, then quickly dashed off.

"No really, thank you, Atem." She thought, closing the doors.

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Set was riding among the streets with his caravan, admiring the view. People were scurrying about, since it was a prime market day. He looked around, noticing a merchant with rather extravagant gems. He mounted his horse, leaving it with a servant to go check it out.

"Merchant, where did you acquire such bountiful gems?"

"I bought them off of the royal caravan in the desert. Your own cousin was with them."

"Oh, him." Set growled, looking to the side.

"There was a strange girl with them, too. She had the most stunning blue hair."

Set's eyes suddenly went wide, "Blue hair??"

"Yes, she was rather beautiful. She looked about your age, but was built like a woman, if you know what I mean." The merchant laughed to himself, grinning a little.

"Merchant, do you know where this caravan was heading??"

"They said they were returning back to the Northern Kingdom."

"Thank you, merchant." Set quickly rushed off, getting on his horse.

"Prince Set, shall we continue?" his servant, Thabit asked.

"Yes…. And Thabit?"

"Yes, sire?"

"When does the messenger leave for the Upper Kingdom with the news?"

"I believe tomorrow, sir."

"Excellent." Seth smirked, an evil plan forming inside of his head.

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Evil plan, oh noz! I suppose you'll have to see, now won't you? Oh, and btw, this is about the end of Part I of what I have written in my notebook. Only took three chapters!

Btw, Atem's age is 22, so he's in between. Lucky guy, ne? Also, if you want to know how I based their appearances, check out mah profile. The link is posted there.

It's from a yaoi doujin, but hey. They still look smexy. And only thing I changed in this story is that Atem has a red and gold, while Set is purple and gold. OMG!

So that's all for now. Reviewers get Reese's pieces, a chocolate bunny, and a mudkip, because i herd u liek mudkips. Laterz!