Chapter 37
Ptolemy
After Kathleen put their clothes in the big white box thing, they left for their room.
By the time they got back, both were in high spirits. They had a plan and a backup one ready for when they made it to Mr. Button's. Both felt they were reading to face whatever challenges came their way.
Kathleen opened the door to their room and walked inside. She held the door opened for Ptolemy. Her gave her his thanks and walked inside.
With some relief, he collapsed onto his bed. For the first time in about two thousands years, he was tired.
Kathleen yawned and sat at the edge of her bed. Ptolemy looked up to her from where he was laying. Her nightgown was very revealing and gave her a feeling of excitement. He tried to fight it down as best he could. He tried to make it look like he didn't notice.
"We should go to bed," Kathleen told him. "we've got a lot of walking to do tomorrow."
Ptolemy nodded and stifled a yawn. "We did a lot of walking today."
"And to think we're only about halfway there. But don't worry, I know where we are now. We'll reach Whitehall before dark tomorrow. Maybe even by teatime." Ptolemy remained silent. Kathleen broke the silence. "Well, goodnight then." Kathleen crawled to the top her bed and got under the covers. Ptolemy did the same. When he was ready, Kathleen turned off the light. "Goodnight, Ptolemy."
"Sleep well," He told her. And with that, she turned her back on him in the bed.
Ptolemy was restless. His mind was on Kathleen. He couldn't sleep. And from the sound of it, she couldn't either. "Kathleen," He began wearily.
"Yes?"
Ptolemy faced Kathleen and propped himself up on his arm. "How did you summon Rekhyt and myself if you're a commoner?"
Kathleen was on her back, staring up to the ceiling. "All magicians start out as commoners. All you need is the proper education. I managed to get it five years ago."
"Oh. Well, goodnight." Ptolemy fell back onto his back and stared up to the ceiling as Kathleen was. He closed his again and tried to sleep. Half his mind was trying to sleep, but the other half was buzzing as it racked up questions.
"Ptolemy," Kathleen started.
"Yes?"
"What is life in Egypt like?"
"It was beautiful," Ptolemy kept his eyes closed so he could picture it. "People were always needing something, though. And while I was busy, I sent Rekhyt out to do what I couldn't. But I'm sure you're more interested in the scenery. I personally loved it. The sand dunes off in the distance outside of town went on for miles. But my favorite part of all was the Nile. I loved how it glistened in the sunlight when the sun set and rose. It always seemed beautiful and inviting. It always looked clean, too. I wish I got a chance to enjoy it. I always stayed indoors, so I guess it was my own fault. Oh well."
Kathleen cooed in interest. "I'd love to go there someday. Sounds nice."
"It is."
Ptolemy and Kathleen continued to talk like this until the sun came up. Only then did they fall asleep.
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A/n
Just an alternative chapter.