A/N: Okay so here's the second chapter! Yes I know the story is really slow right now, this chapter itself is more of an explaining chapter than anything else. But I promise chapter three will be much much better! So hold on for one more chapter!

Isis and Mana were setting the last plates on the table as everyone began to take their seats. The Pharaoh took the seat at the top of the table as he was the head. The Prince came skipping in as usual and took the seat to the Pharaoh's left while Mahaad took to the Pharaoh's right. Mana sat beside Ishizu who was next to Mahaad on the long table. Seto sat in between the Prince and Shadah. Karim took his spot beside Shadah and to Aknadin's left who sat at the end of the long table.

Once seated everyone began to give a quick prayer before eating. Seto reached for the closest dish and began to fill the Prince's plate with an arrangement of breads, eggs and meats knowing that the Prince's short arms wouldn't be able to reach them.

"May peace be with you Baba; are you feeling good this morning?" The prince asked excitedly.

"Yes my son, I am feeling very good thank you, but you seem very happy yourself this morning is there something you wish to tell me?" The Pharaoh replied.

"I only want to wish the best returns of the day Baba! It's your birthday!"

"Now, now my boy I understand it's my special day but you mustn't over do yourself alright?"

"Don't worry Baba; Mahaad and Seto Akhti are going to help me today!"

"Hmm that's my boys, but don't overdo it there no reason to make such a big fuss alright?"

"Yes Baba," Mahaad, Seto and Atem said together.

The Pharaoh took a look around the table and looked at his family. Yes, they were his Royal Guardians and his Humble Priests but they were also his family. Aknadin was his real brother and a Royal Guardian whereas the rest were people who had made their way into his life and created bonds with him that he could never break. Shadah and Karim were like twins an inseparable team; always eating, causing trouble, and making everyone laugh.

Mana on the other hand was like their little princess, although she wasn't the Pharaoh's daughter, she was the child of a noble man who was a very close friend of the Pharaoh's. When the noble had passed away the Pharaoh had made it his duty to take care of her.

Isis was a little different. She wasn't a princess; she was a big sister, almost mother like, who came from a much respected family from a village just off the Nile. She took care of everyone, making food and giving advice just like the lady she was named after.

Then there was Mahaad, Seto and Atem who were his dear sons. Atem being the youngest, (Mana was three months older believe it or not) was the Pharaoh's real son. Born and raised by the Pharaoh himself after the passing of his lovely wife.

Mahaad being the oldest of the three sum was very close to the Pharaoh and lived in the palace since he was a young boy. Mahaad was Amana's son. The Royal scribe was the Frist lady's best friend and helped the Pharaoh take care of Atem during which Mahaad and Atem became like brothers.

Finally there was Seto, who had no connection to the Pharaoh at all and yet he considered Seto to be one of his sons. Seto was an orphan boy who had come to the city to find a livelihood for himself. He worked as a servant, often being one of the most hardworking.

One day noble men and their sons came to visit the palace. They spent the day bullying the prince until Seto who was cleaning the vases noticed this and told off the bullies. After that day the prince started spending more time around Seto enjoying his company. When the Pharaoh realised this he decided that Seto needed a better way to spend his day then cleaning floors and cooking feasts. So he appointed Seto to be the Prince's personal caretaker. The boys became fast friends and even faster brothers.

Seto made his way up the ranks, proving to be an excellent student with pure talent that couldn't be ignored. Seto was grateful to the Pharaoh's kindness and respected him deeply. He resolved to be forever loyal it was the only way to pay his debt back to the Pharaoh. Then the faithful day came when the Rod had chosen its new master, Seto. It was then the Pharaoh felt a gush of pride. He knew Seto would always be by Atem's side.

"Slow down Prince or you'll choke," Seto said calmly.

"I need to finish quickly so we can get started," The Little One said with a full mouth.

"You can't get started if you choke now can you?"

"I don't know I've never tried it before,"

"Don't tell me you're actually thinking about trying it my,"

"Only if you try it with me,"

"No."

"Aww come on it'll be fun,"

"Yes Prince because choking on half chewed breakfast is so much fun,"

"Glad we agree!" The Prince said happily as he returned his attention back to his breakfast.

"If you'll excuse me my Pharaoh but I must attend to some scrolls in the library," Mahaad said getting up from his seat.

"Of course you may Mahaad, I must leave to attend to some work before this evening myself," The Pharaoh said getting up from his seat to leave the dining hall.

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