Khonsu, the almighty Moon God, was standing face to face with His only son, Prince Allen. The night sky came from its gloomy state to pure happiness. The cold air of the night became warmer and lighter as the two ancient beings of History finally embraced in each other's welcoming arms.
"Dad, have you been gambling with Thoth again? Don't you lie to me now," Scolded Allen childishly to the God as if a parent has caught his child doing something that he wasn't supposes to do. True to that fact, Khonsu smiled gleefully, his eyes now filled with mischievous intents.
"Auu, is that how you greet your old Father, Allen? I'm hurt.. And after so long I've been watching over you!"
"I was buried a thousand feet underground that whole time! Just what is the meaning of your term 'looking after'?" Allen frazzled loudly, but not disguising the affection he had for the gambling God.
"Now, now, Allen.. You know how much I love you!"
"... You lost the game again, didn't you?"
"H-How could you, my child? Have you not have faith on your own Father?-"
The two reunited family members chatted like ancient old times, the night light shading its warm shadow over them. It has been a long time since Allen laid eyes on one of his fathers, and the very fact that He was standing right here in the flesh was comforting to the confused Prince. He missed His laugh, the way He would try to change the subject from gambling, the deep power He emitted without Him knowing; Everything Allen had come to love about his father.
On the other hand, Lavi was overwhelmed with mixed thoughts. Khonsu, the Almighty Moon God, was Allen's Father? What's going on? Being a God's son was unheard of, but it might have explained Allen's queer behavior during the Temple of Gods episode. So that was what he meant by His Father's house.. Lavi crept in a little closer, wanting to learn more to satiate his curiosity. Khonsu's very voice was like a beacon for Lavi's own soul, as if pulling him towards Him like a magnet. Like a lost sheep answering to its shepherd, Lavi walked closer as he heard laughter escaping Allen's amused mouth. Lavi was so entranced by both Khonsu's Godly voice and Allen's pure laughter that he did not watch his steps. And with a loud grunt, Lavi fell to the ground into Allen's room with all the splendor of a famed archeologist.
Immediately, Lavi felt a smooth icy-cold metal making contact with his outstretched neck. He took a daring glance up to see an enraged God staring right below Him, all familiarity of warmth ad fatherly-love evaporated with the clouds. Taking their place in His eyes were red-black fire, unlimited immortality and dark magic all crumbled into one giant source of power. Lavi felt tiny, almost minuscule compared to the God standing above with His glory.
"Who are you and what are you doing here? Speak now, mortal, or you shall taste my blade," Khonsu ordered, pressing His blade closer to Lavi's open neck. The giant golden scythe shining splendidly, curving its malicious edge around the mere mortal's lifeline. Lavi caught glimpses of the Language of the Ancient Gods swirling around the bloodthirsty scythe, sealing inside the weapon massive power of proportional size. Lavi swallowed a gulp as he counted his last remaining heartbeats before that deathly weapon decides to cut his soul into half mercilessly.
"Dad, let him go! He's my friend, Lavi! He was the one who woke me up from the tomb!" Allen shouted, coming to Lavi's aid as quick as his Father's reaction towards him. Standing between a God made for war that has more than a protective parental edge and a shaking mortal who didn't know how to breathe, Allen calmed his Father down before He claims it necessary to seal Lavi's life into the very pits of the Underworld. Allen shivered as he remembered the God that guards the Underworld, Osiris. The Prince was pretty sure Lavi would not like spending his eternity listening to the God telling him about how He was chopped up into 14 gruesome parts and was incarnated back again without any shed of blood. Allen shivered at the small memory; he had a bone-shaking time visiting Osiris with his Father back then.
Khonsu snapped out of his 'Father-Radar' and unsheathed His scythe from Lavi's weak point. Allen passed Him a silent thank you before turning to help Lavi breathe again and raised him up from the carpeted ground. Khonsu's eyes returned to its usual self; dark as the night but gentle as the day. Now, Khonsu paid attention to the newcomer that dared to intrude upon His reunion with His son. He looked oddly familiar. If it weren't because He Himself witnessed the death of the assumed mortal, He would've thought that the man standing in front of Him right now was still alive after so many centuries! Khonsu's face melted as He saw how Allen's eyes speak so much more than his word of mouth. He can see the touch of affection in his eye, but dared not propose this hypothesis out loud in case this man was just another so-called traitor. Khonsu had just finished musing about Rabi's unfortunate death when Allen was already standing side-by-side with the gawping Lavi.
"Close your mouth, mortal, lest you find flies playing in them," Khonsu said, chuckling at the mortal's lack of thought. Allen lightly punched his friend's arm, thus snapping Lavi from his dreamy state of mind. Looking at Him closely now, Lavi can swear he's seen this God before. But yet again, every time when he could swear upon his own life that he's seen something that he has never seen before, the thought disappeared from his mind, constantly evading Lavi's prodding.
"Lavi, this is one of my Fathers, Khonsu. Say hi to the gambling God, Lavi," Allen said, also amused at Lavi's paralyzed expression.
"Erm.. Hullo?" Lavi squeaked, not trusting his voice to speak up more. Khonsu laughed at Lavi's inefficient effort to speak, but was used to mortals' first impression about Him already.
"Hahaha, you mortals sure know how to entertain Me! It's so amusing to see them using their mouths to speak as if they're fishes instead!" Khonsu joked. Lavi's eyebrows came together after hearing the God's snide remark about us 'mortals'. Without thinking, he took a brave step forward and took Khonsu off guard.
"Hey, we might be just 'mortals' to you, but we have as much pride as You do! If this is what a God does just to amuse themselves, then I'd rather die now with my honor still intact! Man, You're still the same as last time, Khonsu!" Scolded Lavi with a touch of anger. With the smaller distance between the mortal and the God, Khonsu was able to steal a peek into Lavi's soul using His powers. And he was taken aback at the result. Smirking secretly, the great God Khonsu stepped back from the fiery mortal.
"May I ask about your knowledge that you knew how I acted in the past, Lavi?" Khonsu asked amusingly. Lavi jolted awake, confused of his own words. What had he said?
Chuckling with a serene smile on His face, Khonsu turned to His son, who had been watching silently the fight since it began. He too shared a knowing look with his Father, his mind chewing on Lavi's comeback words. Khonsu tilted his head to the side, observing Lavi putting up a brave front. Humph, just like before, he dares to stand against Me. Some things never change.
"My my, Allen dear. What has he done now?"
Allen shrugs his shoulders in reply. If his own Father-who had been awake this whole season- has no knowledge about Rabi, then what was he if he had been asleep the entire time? Khonsu accepted His son's quiet answer with grace. If Allen does now want to talk about this, then He will comply with his wishes. Only Allen could do that to Him. So turning around, Khonsu headed out to the balcony, where the sky was turning bright orange signaling the coming of a new dawn.
"Well, I have a night sky to chase away and a colony of stars to put to sleep now. If you need anything, Allen, just give a shout out and I'll be there," Khonsu embraced Allen one last time, kissing his forehead lovingly. Allen felt his slumbering powers spiked up before returning to its dormant state. Khonsu then went to Lavi, His eyes still scaring Lavi slightly.
"You better get out of there fast, mortal. You do not belong here," Khonsu said cryptically. Lavi felt the threat hanging in the air as his soul curled up into a ball protectively.
"I-I don't understand,"
"Foolish Lavi, I wasn't talking to you," Khonsu said, his soft voice claiming the air again. Khonsu left Lavi in confusion and Allen in stiffening mode with a swift of his cloak. Then all was calm and all was nigh.
When it was time for sunrise to wake everybody up for their sweet nightly slumber, Lavi cringed his eyes shut. Not wanting to get out of bed, he allowed a complaining groan to be released, turning to the darker side of the bed.
Which was taken by none other than Allen himself. Lavi had decided to sleep in with Allen after his Father left, having no intentions of returning to his own room. So the two finally decided to sleep in together, which brings them to this current situation. If Lavi thought Khonsu was amazing, then Allen was captivating.
With Allen in undeniable deep sleep, Lavi could see the smoothness of his slumbering face. The perfectness of his hollowed cheeks and the serenity of his closed eyes. It looked as if Allen could sleep through anything, because nobody would have the ability to wake and disturb such a beautiful creature such as this. Lavi's hand fell on Allen's soft cheek and started to caress it gently. Allen's eyes bundled with the sudden warm weight, but it wasn't enough to wake him up. Lavi continued to graze his hand around Allen's face, smiling softly to himself while admiring the solemn picture.
"Lavi," Allen whispered in his dream. Lavi's heart did flip-flops when he heard his name being spoken. Going closer to him, Lavi placed his arms around the small waist, relishing on the warm and loving contact that came with it. He could feel his heart beating 10x faster now. Maybe there was a chance for him after all.
You better not even think about 'defiling' him in his sleep, you pervert! Khonsu's bellowing voice rang loud bells, mentally disabling Lavi's calm state of mind. Lavi backed away quickly, both from shock at the sudden commanding voice in his head and the authority that came for the dark threat. Lavi's striking movements brought Allen from slumber land. After hearing of what his Father did, he laughed out loud and assuring Lavi that He would do no such thing to him. Lavi didn't trust those words and kept his distance for a while.
"Hey Allen, can I ask you something?" Chirped Lavi to Allen in the open park where the two were strolling in. Allen had come to terms about this new era's beautiful scenery that was nature. He was admiring the peaceful view when Lavi broke the silence. Without taking his eyes of the glittering lake before him, Allen gave a short nod.
"You said Khonsu was one of your Fathers. What do you mean by that?"
Allen allowed a small smile creep onto his face as he reminisced his past life. Oh, the joy and happiness it had brought him…
"Khonsu was my God father, and Pharaoh AhMana'Khe was my Earthly father. I was born in the midst of the full moon, by the blood of Khonsu and the flesh of AhMana'Khe themselves. Because of the strong bond between God and Pharaoh, I was given life. That's why my hair's unnaturally white; it is to reveal the partnership between God and man,"
"As white as the moon itself…" Lavi mused. Allen threw him a acknowledge nod and continued to gaze at the wonders of the park. Although his hair was a sign of the mutual respect between Khonsu and AhMana'Khe, many people tend to ostracize him for it. Allen shivered inwardly, remembering how the people he was meant to rule over one day looked at him with disgust and fear. The negative feelings thrown at him without remorse, covered underneath those lying smiling masks was the very reason Allen cries at most nights. He was proud of being the son of both God and man, so why couldn't others think the same way? Allen felt a heavy weight upon his shoulders, and he sagged sadly. Lavi, who watched Allen's smile dissolve from his peachy face, quickly thought of an idea to cheer the poor prince up from his melancholy before he mellows in it. Then Lavi saw the perfect solution.
"Stay here, Allen. I'll be right back!" Shouted Lavi, while running towards the direction of the ringing bells that attracted children of all ages to it. The trading of personal items was handed, and Allen gazed on in his moody self. When Lavi came back, he pushed a queer cone-like thing in front of him. Allen blinked, reality hitting him on the face. Slowly taking the strange thing that Lavi had brought back with him, Allen saw Lavi holding another one similar to his.
"It's called ice-cream, Allen. Try it, you'll love it!" Lavi said. Allen tilted his head in the sort of cute way from Lavi's point of view to show his confusion. He's like a little puppy that doesn't know the world around him. Not taking his eyes off of him, Lavi calmly showed Allen how to eat an ice-cream. Allen watched intently as Lavi licked the strange brown topping with his tongue. Taking the tip of the so-called ice-cream, Lavi took some of the said topping off. Allen looked back at his own 'ice-cream', not knowing where to start. Deciding to eat how he had always eaten, he took a whole mouthful of the cold ice-cream into his gaping mouth within one gulp.
"UHWAH! MY HEAD HURTS!" Griped Allen, his hand automatically coming up to hold his throbbing head in place. As fast as it had come, the searing head effect slowly fell off. Allen's hearing came back when he heard Lavi's laughter in the air.
"Haha! Allen! You're not supposed to eat the whole thing like that! You'll get what we call brain-freeze!"
"Baka, you could've told me earlier! Ouch, my head feels so numb!" Allen quivered, his mouth in a pout. Lavi reigned in his laughter as he watched the poor boy feeling sad again. Gathering his wits together, Lavi pulled out a handkerchief from his pocket and wiped Allen's lips that were covered with the melting ice-cream. His voice a loving demeanor, eyes watching Allen's own with small affection.
"I'm sorry. Don't worry, it'll go away. Come here, you've got some ice-cream hanging right here," Lavi came closer to Allen, trying to wipe the ice-cream off. Allen felt his face turned redder and hotter as Lavi came closer, his personal space unintentionally invaded. Allen felt himself buried deep into Lavi's bottle-green eyes. Lavi himself locked gazes with the gazing boy, both contended on just drowning themselves into the other's bared soul. The distance between the two decreased, Allen feeling his forehead touching Lavi's. His head was in a mess as his face blushed virgin red. Lavi couldn't begin to think about what was happening; both his heart and soul calling out to Allen's silent call. As their lips brushed against each other, Lavi thought this would be the best moment of his life.
"Hey there, Lavi!" Moment gone.
Lavi and Allen pulled away from each other, their faces now as red as ever. Lavi cursed whoever it was that disturbed their peace. But took back his words when he saw who it was. Walking, no, strutting his style across the park lane with all the glamour he had, nobleman Tyki Mikk winked at some passerby ladies before continuing his journey to the two men. Lavi laughed at his old time best friend when he saw Tyki in his full suit, complete with the hat and quaint white gloves. He had always seen Tyki in a tuxedo, never one to change attire or taste of clothes. No matter whether it's rain or shine, day or night, Tyki was always there for Lavi whenever he needs him, wearing a tuxedo of course. Lavi shook hands with Tyki and embraced the taller male.
"Tyki, long time no see! How's everything?" Lavi asked, wanting to catch up on his noble friend. Tyki groaned in reply.
"The usual, Lavi. It's so boring, I could die of boredom! I just wished I could've joined you in your Egyptian expedition,"
"It's alright, Tyki. Join me next time!" Motioning his hand towards Allen, he introduced him to the wondering aristocrat, "This is Allen, my friend. Allen, meet Tyki, the badass of the country,"
"Pleasure to meet you, Allen. Don't listen to Lavi; he's never one to talk with,"
Allen gave a laugh at the complaint and shook hands with Tyki, "Pleasure's all mine, Tyki,"
Tyki returned his attention to Lavi, nudging him in the ribs, "Come on Lavi. Drink's on me after a round in the casino! It's been too long!"
"Sorry pal, but I've gotta go home early tonight. Allen here's not much of a day-person," Lavi smiled secretly, sharing a friendly look with Allen. Tyki wasn't one to take a 'no' for an answer, and continued to pester Lavi till he gave in. According to Allen, Tyki's methods of persuasion included something about this so-called 'just one round' and 'I'll make it worth your while'. Allen thought this strange talk wasn't going anywhere, but by the looks of Lavi's eyes brightening on the words 'drinks on me', it could mean it was good. So the 3 men worked their way into the loud building which Lavi was all too familiar with.
When they arrived at the cards table, Allen instantly hid himself behind Lavi. There were already about 5 people at the table, playing their hand in the game of poker cards. Gruff laughter intoxicated the large dark corner of the hall, as the sound of money clinking filled the round table. At the appearance of Tyki and Lavi, who were the usuals to the casino, greeted them with open arms. Allen cringed as he felt eyes on him, some with greed and others with fear. Lavi felt Allen stiffened, so he held his ground against the army of hard looks coming their way. Tyki felt the tension tightening and decided to do something about it.
"How 'bout a new round, gang? Allen's in, aren't you pal?" The griping string loosens its knot against Allen and the gang immediately returned to their normal self. One of the more friendlier-looking guys sitting there beckoned Allen to join in the game. But Allen shook his head, even though he was highly intrigued as to what this game of paper cards is. It was curiously similar to what Julius Caesar played with his earth father and Khonsu a long time ago.
"I'm sorry, but I don't know how to play. I'd only be a bother to you,"
But the man wouldn't close his offer to Allen and urge him on. With a slight nod from Lavi to reassure him that he would be there for him if anything goes hay-wire, Allen took a hesitating seat opposite the kind man.
"Since it's your first time, we'll play a train-round. After that, we'd play for real. How's that sound, boy?" A tough man sounded his opinion, taking pity on the confused boy that looked like he was thrown into a den of hungry lions with nothing but a stick to defend himself. Allen forced a smile and took his deck of cards shaking. There are evil looks on their faces, and all of them hungry for a piece of Allen, Lavi mused. Tyki pat his comrade's shoulder for comfort and took a seat next to Allen, intending to cover for the greenhorn in the war of cards. As cards were flipped in and out, and calls were made, Allen was beginning to get a hand of the game. But he slipped a bit after the 2nd round, and if it weren't for Tyki, Allen would've sold his soul to the devil.
"Alright, playtime's over, youngling. Time to bring out the big guns!" Grumbled an impatient man. Allen had no idea to what he had just said, but seeing the others' frustrated and impatient looks gave him a somewhat picture of what's going to happen; Allen will go down to the slumps, stripped of his dignity and wealth while sobering like a lost child he really is. To make matters better, the dazed look Allen was wearing was priceless. They'll have a great time squeezing the life out of this young boy!
The grandfather clock in the centre of the hall rang its 12am toll. Everyone was as silent as a mouse. Their mouths gaping open as they kept their disbelieving eyes on who-they-called greenhorn. Allen smiled on innocently, unaffected by the amazement that he had caused just a few hours ago. He smiled widely again, his eyes not opening because he couldn't bear to see the hatred in their eyes again as he called out for the umpteenth time of the day,
"Royal Straight Flush! I'm sorry boys, but I won this round… Again," Allen enquired politely. Lavi and Tyki looked on, not wanting to believe that this young cute prince was a freaking sadistic devil in disguise! Allen kept his cool as his God father's weakness became his advantage. I was right after all; it is exactly the same as what Khonsu taught me! Thank Amun that I paid attention to his gambling orders! Considering he's a lousy gambler himself… In his head, Lavi heard the loud but proud laughter of Khonsu cheering for His son. Lavi heaved a sigh. Like Father, like son. Tyki laughed again as another round of money was quickly thrown to Allen's side as if they were on fire. The nobleman took leave and made his way to Lavi's side, not wanting to lose what's left of his dignity to the young boy who turned ominous in just 10 minutes.
"Lavi, the prince is amazing! He has got to come for my uncle's midnight ball a fortnight later!"
Lavi's back stiffened at those words. Prince? Since when have I told him about Allen being a prince? Lavi immediately backed away, taking Allen away from his winning streak. Something deep down in his guts is practically shouting at him to get away from this place as fast as possible. Lavi had no reason to doubt Tyki due to him being his best pal and all, but the way he has been watching Allen all this time sent chills down Lavi's spine. Trying to put on a forced smile and hiding his surprise, Lavi pulled the confused Allen behind him and looked at Tyki in the eye,
"Stay away from him, Tyki. He's mine, and nothing's going to take that away from him," Lavi all but growled at the sign of competition. Tyki bowed solemnly and watched carefully as the two left the casino without Allen's earnings. Not that Tyki cared about those petty things at all. He smiled amusingly as he discovered the secret to Lavi, rubbing his hands together gleefully while thinking of his master plan in motion.
"So you too came back with Allen after all…"
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