3000 B.C.
In ancient Egypt there was a fierce warrior by the name of Ahmanet. She was beautiful,courageous, and skillful in the arts of fighting and weaponry. She was one of the Medjay. Personal bodyguards of Seti, the second pharaoh of the 19th dynasty.
One day the pharaoh requested her presence to the throne room. Ahmanet walked silently down the golden hallway with hieroglyphs etched on the walls, that flickered in the reflection of the lit torches, that told stories of the past. Two other Medjay were guarding the golden doors that led to the throne room and when she approached they nodded to her silently before opening the two doors wide to let her in.
She slowly walked up to the throne and kneeled bowing her head to the pharaoh. Seti , the pharaoh was a fair and just ruler in his 30s with a dark trim cut beard . He smiled down at the young woman. He remembered when he first saw her.
Flashback:
He was riding his chariot into the city as he does every day, when he spotted a teenage girl with black hair fighting off three boys at once , and quite skillfully for someone so young. He stopped his chariot as the girl knocked down the 3rd boy before he called for them to stop.
"What is happening here?" He approached the teens as they all saw him and they bowed immediately.
One boy with a bloodied lip spoke first.
"We're sorry your greatness but she started it." The boy said pointing at the young girl angrily.
"I did not! They're lying!" She exclaimed and before it became an argument, the pharaoh raised his hand in the air as a gesture of silence.
"I do not believe this girl would randomly start a fight ."
"I wouldn't your highness." The girl replied quietly with her head bowed.
"Just as I figured, now tell me what really happened." He said with a smile . She reminded him of his daughter for some reason.
"They're upset that I don't respond to their advances . That I don't like them or any other boy romantically." She explained.
Seti frowned as he looked at the three boys with disapproval. "That's no way to treat a girl or to get her attention. If I find out you three or any other boy has been messing with this young girl there will be punishments , understood?" Seti said sternly, looking at the 3 boys who nodded.
He told them to leave before looking back at the girl . "What is your name?" He asked her curiously.
"Ahmanet." She replied.
"Well Ahmanet, I must say that was impressive the way you fought those three all by yourself. You're quite skillful." He commented.
"My father was one of your soldiers, one of the best before he died ." She explained.
"I see . Did he teach you to fight like that?" Seti asked frowning and she nodded. "Yes to protect myself and my mother." She answered back. The pharaoh was quiet as he thought. He felt there was something special about her. So without hesitation he offered the girl to come back to the palace and train to become a Medjay;and with wide eyes of surprise the girl accepted. She knew it would be a great opportunity for her , since the role of being one of the pharaohs personal Guards is a great honor. The pharaoh also promised to take care of her mother while she trained.
End flashback
Now several years later , Ahmanet had honed her fighting and skills and was now one of the most respected Medjay , which he knew was hard won for her. When he had announced to the Medjay that she would train with them , it raised several eyebrows among them , though they knew not to question him. No woman had ever been a Medjay before, so she had a lot to prove; and she did. And now she was highly respected among them , being the only girl among men to become one.
"Ahmanet , I have a reward and a proposal for you ." Seti said to her as she continued to bow respectfully . Ahmanet raised her head and met his gaze curiously. "I hereby appoint you as the leader of the Medjay." He announced and watched as the young woman let out a quiet gasp. He knew she would be surprised but she had earned it several times over. Not to mention she would be the perfect person for this other task he had for her.
"Thank you , your highness. I am honored." Ahmanet said recovering quickly from her shock. Seti smiled and nodded .
"As for my proposal....." he started but stopped as the throne doors were opened again and in walked his daughter Nefertiti. She walked gracefully, with her head held high as she was trained, and stopped next to Ahmanet and bowed in her golden wrap dress and matching head band.
"You summoned me father?" She replied before raising her head.
"Ah yes, my lovely daughter. I'd like for you to meet someone." He said with a smile and gestured to Ahmanet. "This is Ahmanet, she has just been appointed leader of the Medjay." He said smiling proudly at Ahmanet like a proud father would.
Nefertiti looked at her and smiled politely. "Congratulations, that's a great honor." She replied kindly.
"Yes it is and thank you." Ahmanet said back kindly.
"Ahmanet,my proposal for you is to protect something very precious to me. My daughter. I'm asking you to be her personal bodyguard." The pharaoh finished explaining and Ahmanet heard Nefertiti gasp.
"But father—!" She protested and he raised his hand up , silencing her while he stared at Ahmanet paitently waiting her response.
"The only reason I'm assigning a personal guard to her is because recently it was discovered that she is destined to be the protector of the Bracelet of Anubis." He explained and Ahmanet eyes widened with recognition. That was one of the most important relics of their time. Ahmanet looked over at Nefertiti as she looked down with a frown on her face. She thought about it for a minute before looking back up at the pharaoh.
"I accept."
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