In the royal throne room, Lone Sword & Dark Amulet was informing Kiya that their was a murder that happened a few hours ago. “Oh dear. That’s terrible. Who could have done such a hideous act?” asked Kiya in a worried voice. “We don’t know, my Queen. Cairo never had a killer before,” said Sword in a worried voice. “With all due respect, I suggest that we postpone Kira’s Coming-to-Age party until we find the killer,” said Amulet. “We can’t do that. Everything is all ready set up. Do you have any idea how many questions I have to answer to that crazy pink pony?” asked Kiya while rubbing her fur softly. She can remember that dreadful moment a few hours ago.
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Few Hours Earlier
Pinkie Pie: What Kira’s favorite song? Mines the Zecora song. Oh oh oh….what’s her favorite color? Her favorite music? Her favorite food? I love all kinds of food. I love eating cupcakes with hot sauce. Oh! Will there be cupcakes at the party? A chocolate fountain? Oh, how about cake?
Kiya: For the love of Ra, help me!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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“That pink pony is a formidable foe. It’s a good thing Lucifer came in and took me away from her. Pinkie Pie is not to be taken lightly,” said Kiya while twitching her tail nervous, “but be that as it may, this party is very important for Kira. So, I need the guards to double their patrols and I need some extra security for the party. I want everyone to be protect here.” “Understood, my Queen,” said Sword and Amulet as they both at them and heads out of the room to do as they told. “A killer in Cairo? This is serious. I need to let Kira know about this,” said Kiya as she gets up and heads out the throne room. Once she’s outside, she was bumped into Nasir who has a bag of jewels. “Oh, crud,” said Nasir in a low voice. Kiya gets up slowly and looks at Nasir. “What’s going on here? And more importantly, who are you and why do you have the Royal Family‘s gems?” said Kiya while growling at him. Nasir was trying to think of something to get out of this jam. “Um….well I’m Risan and I’m here to clean your gems. I’m the new gem polisher,” said Nasir hoping that she will buy his act. The Egyptian Gods & Goddesses were on his side when she smiles at him. “Oh, I see. Very nice to meet you, Risan. I’ve been so busy with work. I don’t know who will be Kira’s mate,” said Kiya in a happy, yet sadden tone in the voice. “Really? What’s troubling you, Kiya?” asked Nasir in a calm voice. “I would tell you, but I have many things to do in the morning. May you have sweet dreams, Risan,” said Kiya as she bows and heads to her bedchambers. Nasir lets out a sigh for relief and sneaks back into Kira’s room with the gems in his bag. “Man, that was too close. I hope I don’t get another surprise like that again,” said Nasir while he sneaks into Kira’s room. Once he was inside, he was hearing Kira talking to someone. “I’ve seen the Gods have been kind to you, my dear,” said a charming voice. “Well, you know what they say, my dear. One of the ‘perks’ of being the crowned Princess,” said Kira while chuckling softly. He tilts his head in and what he see scares him. Kira, his future mate is talking to Krios, leader of Koryoshiko. Before he can said anything, Krios takes a deep breath and said; “We know you here, our feline friend. Come, join us for a drink.” Nasir gulps softly as he comes into the living loft and sits next to Kira, scared out of his wits. “Nasir, sweetie, this is Krios. Krios, this is Nasir, my soon-to-be mate,” said Kira in a calm and polite voice. “Charmed to meet you, Nasir. I heard your many adventures and accomplishments. I’m honor to meet a living legend like yourself,” said Krios in a calm voice. “Thanks, Krios. If you forgive me for asking, but what are you doing here?” asked Nasir while wrapping his tail around Kira’s tail. “I’m here on the request of Kira. She wanted me to come her for one night and that’s her coming-of-age party. Plus I want to talk to you, Nasir,” said Krios while purring softly. “About what, Krios?” asked Nasir while rising an eyebrow. “I’m wondering about you being Kira’s mate. I know she’s picking you and I want to see if you strong enough to be her mate,” said Krios with a grin. “Are you challenge me to a fight, Krios? I won’t hold back,” said Nasir while bearing his claws at him. “Hmm…this should be interesting. But to make sure we don’t ruin Kira’s room, we’ll fight in the Koryoshiko Training Grounds,” he said as he uses the power of the emerald to transport Nasir & himself to the Koryoshiko Training Grounds. Kira shakes her head and said “Please be safe, Nasir.” A few minutes later, Nasir look around and finds himself in the fable training ground of the Koryoshiko Tribe. “Enjoying the place? Take a good look at it. Because it will be your final resting place,” said Krios with an evil laugh. Nasir remains calm and gets ready for the fight. “No fear? Hmm…a brave sign,” said Krios as he jumps out of the shadows and attacks him but Nasir dodges his attack and counterattacks him. He backs up from Nasir and smiles. “Not bad, thief,” said Krios with a chuckle. “I know some fighting styles on my many travels, Krios. I’ve got a lot of tricks in my sleeves, if I had sleeves,” said Nasir with a grin. “Hmm…perhaps I’ve underestimated you. Let me change that,” said Krios with a evil grin. He uses the power of the emerald to transform into the gigantic cat demon. His midnight fur with red tribal markings was replace with purple fur with ghostly white markings, his teeth is razor sharp, his claws are sharp like daggers, and his eyes are blood-red. “W…what the?!” screamed Nasir as he backs up slowly. “What’s wrong, Nasir? Haven’t fought a foe who is bigger like me?” asked Krios in a demonic voice. Nasir gulps softly as he gets ready to fight. “Very good. Fight as if you life depends on it. Which, ironically, it is,” said Krios as he grins evilly. Nasir tries to attack him, but Krios punches him to a nearby tree and he hits it hard. He groans in pain as the hard impact had cracked a couple of his ribs and starts to cough up blood. *Darn! My ribs are all jacked up! I have to do something or else this battle will go in Krios’ favor* thought Nasir as he tries to stand on his feet. Krios laughing evilly and said “You’re still alive? That’s good. I thought you died from the impact in the tree.” Nasir grins weakly and said “Ha! I’m not a weak feline. I’ve been through a lot and endear many hardships. I won’t lose to you!” “A reasonable, yet futile speech. I’m going to end your life now,” said Krios as he dashes at him and impales his claws in Nasir’s stomach. He gasp in pain as the blood was coming from his mouth. *N…no way…I…can‘t…lose* thought Nasir as Krios kicked him off his claws and he fell to the floor with his blood bleeding out of him. As he lays there bleeding out, his life was flashing before his eyes. His young days as a kitten, his daring heists, and the promise he made to Kira to be his mate. Before he closes his eyes for good, something clicked inside him. A darker and sinister voice was racing in his mind saying “No…I will not die…” His body started to go through a transformation. His sliver fur with purple markings has changed into ghostly-white fur with red tribal markings, his dark forest green eyes has turns to midnight black eyes, and his claws become sharper. He gets up and looks at Krios with murderous intent in his eyes. Krios turns around and see Nasir back up and ready for more. “Ah, you come back up for more and what this? Your dark side has been unleashed. Progress,” said Krios with a smile. “I won’t lose to you!” screamed Nasir as he dashes at him at lighting speed and attacks him with brutal precision. Krios backs away and grins even more. “That fire, that fury, that murderous look in your eyes…heh, it looks like that you have a dark secret that Kira don’t want to know about, Nasir,” said Krios with a chuckle. “Nasir? I’m not Nasir…I’m Risain,” said Risain with a evil chuckle “and I’m going to take over his body and rule his life.” He wants to dash at Krios again, but then something stops him dead in his tracks. Inside of Nasir’s body, Nasir was fighting Risain for control of his body. “Back off, goody two-shoes! I’m taking over this body and there’s nothing you can it,” said Risain with an evil grin. “That’s where you’re bucking wrong!” screamed Nasir as he tackles him and starts to chant an ancient chant. “No! Not again!” screamed Risain as he tries to escape. But it was no use, as Nasir regained his body. Once he got his body back, Nasir falls to the ground knocked out cold. Krios sighs softly as he goes to him and picks him up. “You give me a fight that’s for sure,” said Krios in a soft voice, “still you are worthy to Kira. It would be a shame to kill off a valiant feline like yourself.” He opened portal that leads back to Kira’s room and jumps in. When they arrived back to her room, Kira was in shocked as she goes to Nasir who was still out. “Nasir! W…what have you done to him Krios?” asked Kira in a worried voice. “Relax, Kira. He’s out cold that’s all. He needs to rest up to get back his energy,” said Krios as he lays Nasir in her bed. She looks on as Nasir was sleeping softly. “He’s a tough one, Kira. He is worthy to be your mate,” said Krios in a soft voice. Kira nods softly and yawns. “Get some sleep, Kira. You’ll need it for tomorrow’s big day,” said Krios. “You’re right, Krios. I need my energy for my big day,” said Kira as she hops in the bed and snuggles up to Nasir. Krios curls up on the floor and fall asleep. All three of the slumber off to dreamland. Meanwhile in Kiya’s chambers, she was in her bed thinking about the feline she bumped into earlier. “That feline…Risan…Why does that name sound familiar?” asked Kiya in a soft voice. Lucifer wakes up a little and asked “What’s troubling you, my beloved?” “Hmm…oh it’s just that I met a feline who reminds me of a certain feline who I’ve sentence for stealing from a noble pony and then he escape, my love,” said Kiya as she nuzzles him sweetly. “Hmm…it might be someone that Kira fell in love with, Kiya. Do you think he might still hold a grudge to you?” said Lucifer while purring softly. “I hope not. If he does come back, I want to make it up to him,” said Kiya in a soft voice. “I’m sure you’ll make it up to him, my dear,” said Lucifer. “I hope you’re right, my love,” said Kiya as both her and Lucifer falls asleep. The morning sun comes up, signaling the brand new day. Nasir was the 1st to wake up and sees Kira sleeping. He smiles at her sweetly as he gets out of bed and sneaks out of her room to look for something for Kira. He made it to the palace hallways and he heard his name being called. “Risan…” said a soft voice. Nasir turns around and sees Kiya. “Good morning, my Queen. Have you slept well?” asked Nasir as he bows at her. “I’ve slept well. In fact, you’re the feline that I need to talk to. It’s about a problem that I’m having,” said Kiya in a sad voice. “My goodness. How can I help, my Queen?” asked Nasir in a calm voice. “Not out here, silly kitty. Let’s go to my secret royal spot where we can talk privately,” said Kiya with a smile. Nasir nods softly as he follows Kiya to the royal spot. Meanwhile in the Royal Library, Twilight was busy reading the many books in the library. “Wow! This is a wonderful. The libraries in Canterlot and Ponyville got nothing on this,” said Twilight while reading her books. Then, without warning, a thick book fell off the shelf and hits the floor hard which made Twilight jumps up in shock. “What the what?!” screamed Twilight as she turns around and see the book. Using her unicorn magic, she brings the book to her and looks at the title and reads ‘Mystic Gems & Jewels’. “Hmm…this looks interesting. I wonder if there any good pages in this book,” said Twilight in a soft voice. She opens the book and starts reading the book. In the town square, Rarity was busy in her shop selecting her dress for the tonight. “Hmm…I need something that shows off my style and might get me a very special somepony,” said Rarity in a soft voice. Just then, the door opens and it was Applejack, her long time friend. “Howdy, Rarity,” said Applejack while tipping her hat to her. “Darling! It’s wonderful to see you here. What can I do for you?” asked Rarity with a smile. “I’ve heard about the party at the palace tonight and I want a dress for it,” said Applejack with a smile. “I see. Well, let’s see…” said Rarity while looking at the dresses. Applejack goes to a chair and sits down. “Hmm…I’ve got the dress for you, Applejack,” said Rarity as she brings a beautiful dress to her. “My dress from our night at the gala?” asked Applejack. “Of course, my dear. I’ve got it fixed up really nice. I’ve also fixed all of our dresses for the rest of us,” said Rarity with a smile. “Mighty thanks, Rarity,” said Applejack with a smile. While Rarity was going over to her, she trips on a creaking floor and falls on top of Applejack. Both Applejack and Rarity looked into each other’s eyes and blushing deeply. “Oh…um…I’m so…” said Rarity as she started to speak but Applejack stop her and said “Are you alright, sugar cube?” “Y…yes, darling. I’m ok. Are you ok, my dear?” asked Rarity in a soft voice as she keeps blushing deeply. “I’m ok too. You know you’re really pretty, Rarity,” said Applejack with a smile. “R…really?” asked Rarity while her whole face starts turning red as a ruby. “Of course. I mean it from the bottom of my heart,” said Applejack while smile softly. Rarity smile sweetly at her as she gets off her and smiles at her. Applejack gets up and looks at her still blushing. “Um…let‘s keep this a secret,” said Rarity in a soft voice. “Of course, Rarity. Your secret is safe with me,” said Applejack with a smile. Rarity smiles as she and Applejack talks about the upcoming party. Meanwhile, Fluttershy was busy with the birds singing a lovely tune. She stops them and turns to a blue bird. “Um…excuse me Mr. Bird. But can you try to hit the notes a little louder?” asked Fluttershy in a soft voice. The bird nods softly and starts hitting the notes louder. “Thank you so much,” said Fluttershy with a smile. The birds keep singing the song and Fluttershy dance to the music. In a local tavern, Rainbow Dash and Spitfire of the Wonderbolts was sitting around drinking cider and enjoying the lively music. “This is really good music, Dashie,” said Spitfire with nodding her head to the beat. “I know, Spitfire. This is just awesome,” said Dash with a smile. Kirouna was dancing to the beat with her mother Shay. “Very good, Kirouna. You’re getting better every day,” said Shay while dancing. “I’ve learned from you, mother,” said Kirouna as she starts shaking her flank that manages to get the attention of some of the colts and stallions and Rainbow Dash. “So…awesome…” said Dash while looking at Kirouna dancing to the music. “She got some serious skills, Dashie. You should ask her to teach you some dance moves sometime,” said Spitfire with a smile. Dash blushes deeply and she thinks about it. “I’ll ask her later, Spitfire,” said Dash in a soft voice. They both chuckles as they enjoy their time at the tavern.
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Trixie was busy practicing her magic while Chrysalis was finding the best disguise to sneak into the palace tonight. “Wrong! Wrong! Triple wrong! The Great & Powerful Trixie can not perform her famous spells under these conditions. She demands a beautiful stage!” screamed Trixie as her spells was falling. “And I demand some peace and quiet, I know I’ll never get that,” said Chrysalis with a sigh. “Trixie needs to perform a potent amount of spells to wow the Queen of this land,” said Trixie. “Look, I understand that you need your practice for your minor-league spells, but I need to put together a best disguise to sneak into the party for tonight,” said Chrysalis in a calm voice. “Minor-league?! Trixie’s magnificent magic have slay an Ursa-Major. Trixie is very powerful and her magic can perform every feat,” said Trixie with a grin. “Any feat?” said Chrysalis in a playful voice. “Of course. The Great & Powerful Trixie can perform any feat as you wish,” said Trixie with a smile. “I got a feat for you, Trixie,” said Chrysalis while fluttering her wings. “What feat do you want Trixie to do?” asked Trixie. “I want you to shut up,” said Chrysalis in a deadpan voice. Trixie growls at her and goes to the far end of their house to practice her magic quietly. “That’s more like it,” said Chrysalis as she resumes finding her disguise for tonight.
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Daring was walking around the Bazaar looking for some clues on finding the emerald. “Hmm…this place has to have some clues into finding the emerald,” said Daring while looking around. “Excuse me, young Pegasus,” said a soft voice. Daring turns around and sees Ramla with a smile. “Oh, hello um…” said Daring while being polite. “It’s Ramla, my dear. If I’m not mistaking, you must be the legendary explorer Daring Do,” said Ramla in a soft voice. “That’s right, Ramla. So is there anyplace we can sit and talk?” asked Daring. “There’s a nice café around here, Miss Do. Follow me,” said Ramla with a smile. Daring nods softly as she follows her to a nearby café. A few minutes later, Daring and Ramla was sitting at a café. Ramla has ordered two cups of honey tea and chatting about their missions. “So, how are you enjoying Egypt, Miss Do?” asked Ramla while sipping on some tea. “Of course, Ramla. I’m enjoying it. It’s very lovely here. But I’ve come here for important business,” said Daring while drinking her tea. “Really? Is it about the emerald?” asked Ramla. Daring gasped softly and gulps softly. “The emerald has stained blood on its hands, only pain and sorrow will befall the lands. To prevent the happening from a terrible memory, you must find the items filled with harmony,” said Ramla as she was speaking in rhyme that rivals Zecora’s rhyme skills. “W…what?! How did yo…” asked Daring before Ramla stopped her and said “It happened before and it will happen again, harmony is your only gain. The locations to them is hidden and you need to be very aware, you will be needing a little help from your friendly mare.” “Locations? Hidden? What can I do? I need to find somepony to help me, Ramla. But what mare are you talking about?” asked Daring as she takes another sip of her tea. “She’s always smart and may not have good looks, you need a pony who loves reading books,” said Ramla as she keeps speaking in rhyme. “A pony who loves reading books…Twilight! I have to see Twilight,” said Daring in a soft voice. “Mss Do, your journey is filled with hardships and perils. You will need your friends and allies to complete your quest. We’ll meet again soon, Daring Do,” said Ramla as she finishes her tea. Before Daring can say anything, a sandstorm picked up in the bazaar, blinding everyone there, even Daring. It only lasted for a brief moment. Once it was settle, Daring looks up and sees that Ramla disappeared. The only thing that was left of her was 50 bits for the drinks. Daring smiles as she gets up and heads back to the palace to see Twilight.
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In the secret royal spot, Nasir was laying on the bench while Kiya was sighing softly. “Risan, do you think I’m a good queen?” asked Kiya in a low voice. “What’s troubling you, Kiya?” asked Nasir in a calm voice. “Well, I’ve been thinking about a certain feline that I’ve sentenced a few years ago,’ said Kiya in a calm voice. “Really? What was his crime?” asked Nasir as he knows it wasn’t her doing. “He was arrested for stealing something from a noble pony named Altiar. He was a family’s ally and a ruthless noble who will stop at nothing to get what he wants. Did I ever tell you the story that he wants me to be his mate?” asked Kiya in a calm voice. “Really? Tell me more,” said Nasir in a calm voice. “It happened a few years ago. I was a young queen at the time and Altiar was busy making small talk with me, trying to make me pick him to be my mate. I’m pleased by this, but my heart was set on Lucifer. He was a Captain of our soldiers during the time. We sometimes meet and chat up about a few things that we love. He was so strong and handsome that I had some very interesting dreams about him. When it came to choosing my mate, I chosen Lucifer to be my mate over Altiar. He didn’t take the rejection that well. I know he would be here tonight for Kira’s party and mate choosing. I don’t want her to go through what I have been through. I wish that thief would come to my party. I remember his name. It’s Nasir,” said Kiya while flicking her tail in the air. “Nasir… I’ve heard that name before,” said Nasir in a calm voice. “You’ve heard about him. He was a master thief and the one that Kira loves. He escaped from our dungeon but I made a secret law that if he ever comes back, all of his sentence will be reduced to ‘Time Served’ and he will be welcome into the palace as one of us. I just hope that he’s ok,” said Kiya in a soft voice. Nasir grins a little as he heard this and said “I’m pretty sure that he might be here, Kiya.” “What?! Heavens, he’s back? Oh, I know he’ll still hate me for what I did to him,” said Kiya in a low voice. “I’m sure he’ll hear whatever you have to say, Kiya. Let him vent 1st and then you calm him down,” said Nasir in a calm voice. “Really?” asked Kiya while purring at him softly. Nasir nods and said “Of course, Kiya. In fact, I heard that he might be in the gardens. If you find him, you’ll be very lucky.” “Oh…if you excuse me, I need to be somewhere urgent,” said Kiya as she gets up and heads to her garden. Nasir smiles as he sneak back to Kira’s room and get himself ready for meeting Kiya as himself.
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Meanwhile in the Royal Library, Twilight was still reading the Mystic Gems & Jewels book and was enjoying it. “Wow! This is a really good book. I wonder why this wasn’t in Canterlot or Ponyville,” said Twilight in a calm voice. Daring comes in and sees her reading a book. “If it isn’t my favorite bookworm,” said Daring with a smile. Twilight looks up and see Daring and smiles at her. “Hello, Daring. I’m reading this rare book I found. You should check this out,” said Twilight in a calm voice. “Really? I need to check it out,” said Daring goes to her and looks at the book. Both her and Twilight read on until they come up on a section called ‘Elements of Harmony: The Untold Truth About The Blood Jade Emerald’. “What? There are Elements of Harmony here too?” asked Twilight as she rubs her mane. “Elements of Harmony? What the hay is that?” asked Daring in a calm voice. “The Elements of Harmony are mystic artifacts that me and my friends use to restore Harmony back to Equestria, Daring. They only time we used them was on Princess Luna when she was Nightmare Moon and Discord when he escape from his stone prison. This should be interesting to find out about them in Cairo,” said Twilight in a calm voice. “Hmm…I guess I can take a look into it, too,” said Daring as she sits next to Twilight. She nods with her and starts reading about the Elements of Harmony.
The Elements of Harmony: The Untold Truth About The Blood Jade Emerald
Ever since the fall of the Shiyakubi Tribe, Krios was holding on the dark emerald, his prized possession. However, as time passes by, his soul was becoming more corrupted and his thirst for more power increases. Day in & day out, he and his Koryoshiko warriors was taking over many villages and taking as much land as he can his murderous claws on. Many ponies was praying for the gods and goddesses for revenge on Krios and his tribe. A few days ago, a group a female pony warriors heed the call and heads to the Koryoshiko Tribe to put an end to his reign of terror. Not only are they the strongest warriors but they are the best of friends and carry powerful artifacts, each with their own element.
Korishia: The strongest unicorn in the group, a powerful White Mage, and loyal leader. Her powerful magical abilities and her tactical planning makes her unbeatable in the battlefield and a good leader.
Artifact: A golden staff with a cobra circling it embedding with emeralds and rubies for its eyes
Element: Wisdom
Teresina: A powerful earth pony in the group and the bravest of them all. She spends her days working on her powerful legs, getting into brawls and helping her friends out in battle.
Artifact: A platinum medallion
Element: Bravery
Ikaria: The other earth pony of the group and musician. Her love for music and dance makes her not only a fierce fighter but an good singer and dancer.
Artifact: Purple bracelet embedded with amethyst
Element: Soul
Rikuoko: Another unicorn in the group and a powerful Black Mage. Performing offensive spells like Fire and Ice, Rikuoko is a very powerful ally to have.
Artifact: A crystal heart gem
Element: Heart
Devi Vegada: The fast flying Pegasus and air combat specialist. Devi is the group’s eye in the sky and helps the group with upcoming enemies and traps.
Artifact: A Red Badge with a garnet hanging off it
Element: Valor
Harisu Sarmila: Another Pegasus and sage of the forest. Even through she’s slightly shy, she has the ability to listen to the voices of the forest and animals.
Artifact: A Emerald-green necklace
Element: Faith
Their trip was perilous and they have been attack on many occasions, but their resolve is strong and they defended themselves successfully. They made it to the village and start to attack the felines in the village who tried to oppose them. They made to go toe-to-toe with Krios, the ruthless leader of the Koryoshiko Tribe. Korishia tries to reason with him and tell him to stop taking over the lands. He laughs at them and starts attacking them. They fought long and hard in a tough battle but Korishia’s team defeated Krios. The 6 ponies surround him and each one chanted out an element:
Korishia: “Wisdom!”
Teresina: “Bravery!”
Ikaria: “Soul!”
Rikuoko: “Heart!”
Devi Vegada: “Valor!”
Harisu Sarmila: “Faith!”
After they said that, a powerful glow surround them and Krios. He then got hit in the blast and was transported to the Sacred Realm where he cannot escaped. The elements the warriors speak of was known as the Elements of Harmony.
“Whoa! That’s some interesting book,” said Daring in a calm voice. “Indeed. These pony warriors almost reminds me of me and my friends. I need to know more about them. Daring, can you go and round up my friends? This is something that I need to discuss with them,” said Twilight in a calm voice. Daring nods as she heads out of the library to find Twilight’s friends.
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Meanwhile…
On the high seas, an fancy boat from France was heading to Egypt for Kira’s Party. Sitting in a chair was a beautiful mare. She was sipping her Lavonia Mango juice and reading her book as she waits to dock. One of her servants walks up to her and said “Mistress Josette, we’ll be arriving in the ports of Egypt in a few minutes.” “Very good. Any news of my no-good brother of mine?” asked Josette in a elegant voice. “From our spies, he’s been busy letting his muscle harass the people of Cairo and thinks that he has a shoe-in for being Kira’s mate tonight, Mistress,” said the servant. “That rat…he’s no right for her. Any news about Nasir?” asked Josette. “This was a shock to all of us, but Nasir has come back to Egypt and is staying with the Princess, Mistress Josette,” said the servant. “Really? Well, that’s some good news. Thank you, servant. That will be all,” said Josette with a smile. The servant bows at her and heads to his duties. Josette chuckles softly and said “I hope you truly be her mate, my dear Nasir.”
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Back in Kira’s Room in Egypt…
“Are you sure about this, Nasir?” asked Kira in a worried voice. “Don’t worry, Kira. I’ve got it all planned out. I’ll let Kiya know that I’ve come back and then, when it is settle, I’ll reveal myself to her,” said Nasir as he gets his black cloak and puts it on. “I hope you know what your doing Nasir. I just don’t want back in that awful dungeon again,” said Kira in a worried voice. Nasir kisses her softly and said “I’ll be fine, Kira. I need to do this.” She nods softly as Nasir heads out of her room and heads to the Royal Gardens. Kira sighs softly as she hops in her bed and takes a nap.
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In the Royal Gardens, Kiya was sitting on bench and was thinking about what she would say to Nasir. “Oh, I hope he don’t hold a grudge against me,” said Kiya in a calm voice. Nasir walks in the Royal Gardens with his cloak covering his face and said “I’ve never hold grudges, Queen Kiya.” She turns around and see him. “Hello, Nasir. How are you?” asked Kiya in a calm voice. “I was fine, of course that I’ve spent 10 years in a dungeon,” said Nasir in an sad voice. “I know about that. I’m sorry for doing that, but you must understand that I was a inexperienced queen back then. Plus I was under a lot of pressure from Altiar. He’s the most ruthless noble in Egypt. I had to look out for my social status,” said Kiya in a sad voice. “What about Kira? How did she taken my sentence?” asked Nasir. “Kira hated me for doing that for me. However, I did made one secret rule that apply only to you,” said Kiya. “Really? And what is that law?” asked Nasir with a grin. “The rule states and I quote ‘If Nasir were to ever come back, all of his sentence is reduced to ‘Time Served’ and he will be welcome into the palace.’ It’s the least I can do for you,” said Kiya while bowing at him. “Really? You mean it?” asked Nasir in a calm voice. “I give you my Royal word. Just please don’t leave again,” said Kiya. “Hmm…I will stay in the place,” said Nasir while bowing at her. “Thank you, Nasir. I know Kira will be very happy. By the way, how did you know about where I was? It’s like you know…Wait a minute, Risan is Nasir spelled backwards. Very clever, Nasir,” said Kiya while chuckling softly. Nasir grins as he removes his cloak to reveal himself to her. “Oh me, and oh my, what do we have here? A young little thief who isn’t suppose to here,” said Kiya as she starts breaking out into a song. “But tis’ true. The master thief who collect beautiful lockets, by stealing them from unfit pockets,” said Nasir as he follows with a song. “You may be a thief, but don’t be so vogue. I can change you into a handsome prince. A noble to boot, not some scurry old rogue,” said Kiya as she goes to him and nuzzles him. “A rogue? Well, I’ve been called much like the rest. But I can prove to you that I am the best,” said Nasir while purring loudly. “That Altiar was awfully cruel, we must find a way to end his rule,” said Kiya in a calm voice. “To uncover Altiar’s evil secret, you will need someone who is not a chief…” said Nasir as he wraps his tail around Kiya’s tail as finish the song “…Then I will use you, my clever master thief!” Both Nasir and Kiya ends it with an evil laugh.
To Be Continue…
