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Oh announcing it up front would definitely be something that Amen would do. He gives no fucks. But, he is inclined to listen everyone's advice since he knows his methods are rather flawed. Satiah would tell him to go for it haha.
Amen did specifically say that it's a goal he wants to work towards, indicating that he knows he can't outright ban slavery. He acknowledges its effects on the kingdom's economy. So maybe approach this matter with an economist mind set?
EDIT: Also, we still have that speech to worry about.
EDIT: Also, we still have that speech to worry about.
Chapter 2: First Decree
The sun is starting to set on the city of Thebes, painting the sky in purple and orange hues. Work had began a few days ago on the festival to welcome the kingdom's new pharaoh. The palace officials and servants worked tirelessly to ensure tonight's festivities will proceed as smoothly as possible. Iaret played no small part in all of this. It was her efforts that proved to be the greatest contribution. Despite her claims that her role was now limited to being a "minor adviser", in reality, she had her hands in just about every aspect of the palace's affairs. She did so for her late husband and pharaoh, Thutmose; now she will do the same for Amen. With so much involvement, one must question her motives in all of this. What is she to gain from all her effort? What exactly is her endgame?
Back in the study, Amen and his royal retinue have approximately two and a half hours left until the speech is due. Not only do the viziers have to craft the speech, but Amen has to memorize it as well in order to deliver his address to the people of Thebes and, ultimately, the kingdom as a whole. The majority of time had been wasted either by disagreements among the viziers or Amen deciding he'd rather be elsewhere. Fortunately, Amen had come to a critical realization and now has decided to place his faith in his viziers to mold him into a great pharaoh, deserving of the throne. Nebet wastes no time in asking Amen of what events have transpired that has caused this sudden change in him.
Qar, ever the mediator, is just as quick in excusing Amen from having to explain himself; opting instead to weave an explanation that omits the troubling street brawl. Amen remains silent on the matter but his gut tells him that Nebet won't so easily commit to Qar's story. Qar suggests that they all use their different strengths and experiences to work together instead of against each other like earlier. Satiah then gives a brief summary of what transpired while Amen and Qar were absent, ending her report with a question regarding what Amen had witnessed while outside the palace. There seems to be somewhat of an odious atmosphere surrounding her and Nebet, at least only for a brief second. A sign of conflict perhaps? Amen doesn't pay it any more attention.
Amen steps away from the viziers and approaches his seat. "I know what's the first goal I want to work towards. I want to make Thebes and its territories... a free kingdom!" Amen proclaims outright.
"A free kingdom? Y-You can't mean..." Aperel seems concerned about what Amen may say.
"A kingdom without slaves."
"P-Pharaoh Amenhotep, surely you jest?! Such an act can't be possible. The backlash alone!" This is the first time that Aperel seems to be openly opposed against Amen's wishes.
"In the kingdoms of Egypt, there exists the Free Cities Alliance: a collective of kingdoms who have completely abolished slavery within their borders. I know that the slave trade is a lucrative business and it benefits the kingdom's economy greatly, but the kingdoms of the Free Cities Alliance have learned to become prosperous without it. In fact, Luxor, the richest and most powerful kingdom of Egypt is part of that alliance. We should seek to emulate their policies and economic ventures. As a pharaoh, I don't want this kingdom to benefit off the lives of slaves. We can forge a better future for everyone, don't you think?!"
Turns out this week is going to be busier than I anticipated, so it's probably gonna be shorter posts or no posts from me depending on free time pans out.
Noted. We're not adhering to any posting routine anyways and it's not like every character has to show up for every scene. Time for me to work on the next post.
All of this is clearly just leading up to Vizier Academy: the RP. Nebet is clearly a tsundere btw. Or is that Zamonth? Hmm...
No need to apologize for the long post. It was an enjoyable read and thank God Qar jumped in with an explanation for Nebet or else Amen may have blabbed about the fight. Too bad Amen has more surprises up his sleeves.
Starting from chapter 2 onward, I'm going to be making shorter posts and the chapter length with be shorter as well. I'm trying to emulate a manga-esque format of having a long first chapter and shorter subsequent chapters.
No need to apologize for the long post. It was an enjoyable read and thank God Qar jumped in with an explanation for Nebet or else Amen may have blabbed about the fight. Too bad Amen has more surprises up his sleeves.
Starting from chapter 2 onward, I'm going to be making shorter posts and the chapter length with be shorter as well. I'm trying to emulate a manga-esque format of having a long first chapter and shorter subsequent chapters.
They can agree to disagree, or will they disagree about that too?
That's bait.
"While that is wonderful news Pharoah Amen...could I ask what brought this on? I do not mean to pry, but it seems like something has happened or am I wrong?"
That's bait.
@Acid Hippie Glad you didn't disappeared on us. How are you feeling? And do you need a summary of what's happened or are you already caught up with the posts?
Amen fully expected to handle the slavers alone, not as if such a scenario would even remotely present a challenge for the young pharaoh. Slavers typically deal with resistance from slaves: those who are normally weak and malnourished. As a result, slavers fare as well in a fight as any able-bodied man. While Amen is still only a teenager, he has the benefit of combat experience and, most importantly, magic. Years of studying the mystic arts have granted Amen a weapon arguably better than any bare fist or sword. And his alignment with the god, Amun, has gifted him with control of the winds.
His assumption that he would be fighting alone, however, was quickly dismissed when, surprisingly, Qar joins the fray. Yes, the physician and vizier himself. Well, it shouldn't come as too much of a surprise considering what Iaret had told the Pharaoh before: viziers also act as the pharaoh's personal guards. It'd only make sense that Qar would know how to handle himself in a brawl, if only a little. The slaver could do little as Qar evades his feeble charge and delivers a swift and pinpoint strike to the back of the man's skull, rendering him unconscious as he falls face first into the dirt ground. Qar then appeals to Amen, asking him to refrain from maiming or killing the slavers and to allow him to handle the guards when they eventually come running.
"I had no intention of killing anybody. Maybe just a couple of bruised ribs; a broken arm or two. But I guess I'll have to settle with knocking them out." Amen proclaims.
He sets his sights on a slaver running towards him with a crude bludgeon drawn and extends his hand. Wind gathers to his palm as he calls out, "Amun's Breath," and unleashes a forward gust of wind. It's powerful enough to sweep the slaver off of his feet and send him flying backwards into one of his colleagues, taking both of them out of the match. The crowd looks on with a mixture of fear and excitement. The merchant girl from earlier nearly drops her jaw onto the floor as she watches Amen utilizing his magic. Two of the slavers surround Qar, hoping that two against one would produce a better result for them. They must've figured Qar to be the easier target due to a lack of magic shown by the physician. The last of the slavers is pitted against Amen, most likely to act as a mere distraction so the other two could take out Qar.
He did see what Amen can do with his magic, right? Even as a distraction, the slaver shouldn't last more than mere seconds. Oh, but this one is faster than the others. Not that it makes much of a difference but Amen is amused. He decides not to waste any magic on this last guy. With sword in hand, he brings it down in a vertical slash towards Amen who, with essence-infused hands, catches the sword between his palms. The sword-wielding slaver has a look of shock and horror on his face after seeing such a thing from the young pharaoh. Amen, using essence to soften the blade, breaks the sword in two and tosses the half he's holding aside. He then delivers a hard right to his opponent, knocking him out. While Amen would favor nothing more than to personally handle the last two slavers, he decides to let Qar end it himself.
In the aftermath of the battle, the guards finally arrive to restore order to things. Most of the guards turn their attention to the vendors, merchants, and shoppers, telling them to clear the area while two of the guards approach Qar who they recognize as one of the appointed viziers to the new pharaoh. While Qar deals with them, Amen approaches the slaves cowering in chains. "You won't be anyone's property anymore." Amen tells them as he breaks their chains with wind magic. He then removes more of his jewelry and hands it to the slaves. "Here. Make new lives for yourselves. Hopefully in better kingdoms than this one." The slaves thank Amen and make an attempt to leave, only to be stopped by guards. "Stand aside. If you refuse, you'll be going against Vizier Qar's orders." After Qar confirms Amen's words, the guards have no choice but to let the slaves go free.
As to the business of the unconscious slavers, Qar can do as he pleases with them. Imprison them, let them go, it doesn't matter to Amen now. All that's important is that the ex-slaves are gone now, safe from this wretched lot. When all is said and done, Amen walks up to Qar and thanks him for his assistance. "I think... I think I know what it is that I wish to do now. We should return to the palace. I'm sure we've kept the others waiting for long enough." Amen tells Qar.
Satiah's words regarding how the speech should be approached did little to convince the stubborn old vizier that is Aperel. It certainly didn't help that her comment calling him "Vizier Apple" and an "asshole" still rings soundly in his mind. Her stance is still that of a speech that would reflect Amen and who he is as a person, backing her ideal with the claim that those who wish to ally themselves with Amen will do so and those who oppose can be disposed, whether through means of force or other methods. How ridiculous, not to mention naive. Everything a pharaoh says or do must be backed by power. Being oneself is ultimately useless if it ends up causing trouble at the start. At this stage of Amen's reign, all he should think about is amassing power and support from the powerful. When he ultimately establishes a firm hold on the throne, that is when he can become more true to himself.
But Aperel, uncharacteristically, remains quiet. He wants to see how the priestess will react. Can she be considered an ally or not? This would be so much easier if he, alone, is Pharaoh Amenhotep's sole vizier. Not long later, Amen and Qar finally return to the study. By now, they would have two and a half hours left until the speech is due. "Pharaoh Amenhotep, words fail to describe how worried I was regarding your absence. I pray everything is alright?" Aperel immediately starts kissing Amen's ass for the umpteenth time.
Amen ignores Aperel's "concerns" and decides to address everyone in the room. "Sorry for running off. Truth be told, I had no intention of becoming Pharaoh really. Perhaps it was curiosity or maybe it was the lure of riches that got me here in the first place, but, despite it all, I still wanted to leave this place behind. However, I think I understand it a bit better now. I think there might be another reason why I accepted this responsibility. Maybe my reign will be short. Maybe not everything you'll say will get through to me. But... I think I want to try. Not for my sake, but for this kingdom. So," Amen bows to everyone, "please help me become a great Pharaoh!" Amen turns his face up to look at everyone. Alas, there is conviction in his eyes.
His assumption that he would be fighting alone, however, was quickly dismissed when, surprisingly, Qar joins the fray. Yes, the physician and vizier himself. Well, it shouldn't come as too much of a surprise considering what Iaret had told the Pharaoh before: viziers also act as the pharaoh's personal guards. It'd only make sense that Qar would know how to handle himself in a brawl, if only a little. The slaver could do little as Qar evades his feeble charge and delivers a swift and pinpoint strike to the back of the man's skull, rendering him unconscious as he falls face first into the dirt ground. Qar then appeals to Amen, asking him to refrain from maiming or killing the slavers and to allow him to handle the guards when they eventually come running.
"I had no intention of killing anybody. Maybe just a couple of bruised ribs; a broken arm or two. But I guess I'll have to settle with knocking them out." Amen proclaims.
He sets his sights on a slaver running towards him with a crude bludgeon drawn and extends his hand. Wind gathers to his palm as he calls out, "Amun's Breath," and unleashes a forward gust of wind. It's powerful enough to sweep the slaver off of his feet and send him flying backwards into one of his colleagues, taking both of them out of the match. The crowd looks on with a mixture of fear and excitement. The merchant girl from earlier nearly drops her jaw onto the floor as she watches Amen utilizing his magic. Two of the slavers surround Qar, hoping that two against one would produce a better result for them. They must've figured Qar to be the easier target due to a lack of magic shown by the physician. The last of the slavers is pitted against Amen, most likely to act as a mere distraction so the other two could take out Qar.
He did see what Amen can do with his magic, right? Even as a distraction, the slaver shouldn't last more than mere seconds. Oh, but this one is faster than the others. Not that it makes much of a difference but Amen is amused. He decides not to waste any magic on this last guy. With sword in hand, he brings it down in a vertical slash towards Amen who, with essence-infused hands, catches the sword between his palms. The sword-wielding slaver has a look of shock and horror on his face after seeing such a thing from the young pharaoh. Amen, using essence to soften the blade, breaks the sword in two and tosses the half he's holding aside. He then delivers a hard right to his opponent, knocking him out. While Amen would favor nothing more than to personally handle the last two slavers, he decides to let Qar end it himself.
In the aftermath of the battle, the guards finally arrive to restore order to things. Most of the guards turn their attention to the vendors, merchants, and shoppers, telling them to clear the area while two of the guards approach Qar who they recognize as one of the appointed viziers to the new pharaoh. While Qar deals with them, Amen approaches the slaves cowering in chains. "You won't be anyone's property anymore." Amen tells them as he breaks their chains with wind magic. He then removes more of his jewelry and hands it to the slaves. "Here. Make new lives for yourselves. Hopefully in better kingdoms than this one." The slaves thank Amen and make an attempt to leave, only to be stopped by guards. "Stand aside. If you refuse, you'll be going against Vizier Qar's orders." After Qar confirms Amen's words, the guards have no choice but to let the slaves go free.
As to the business of the unconscious slavers, Qar can do as he pleases with them. Imprison them, let them go, it doesn't matter to Amen now. All that's important is that the ex-slaves are gone now, safe from this wretched lot. When all is said and done, Amen walks up to Qar and thanks him for his assistance. "I think... I think I know what it is that I wish to do now. We should return to the palace. I'm sure we've kept the others waiting for long enough." Amen tells Qar.
Satiah's words regarding how the speech should be approached did little to convince the stubborn old vizier that is Aperel. It certainly didn't help that her comment calling him "Vizier Apple" and an "asshole" still rings soundly in his mind. Her stance is still that of a speech that would reflect Amen and who he is as a person, backing her ideal with the claim that those who wish to ally themselves with Amen will do so and those who oppose can be disposed, whether through means of force or other methods. How ridiculous, not to mention naive. Everything a pharaoh says or do must be backed by power. Being oneself is ultimately useless if it ends up causing trouble at the start. At this stage of Amen's reign, all he should think about is amassing power and support from the powerful. When he ultimately establishes a firm hold on the throne, that is when he can become more true to himself.
But Aperel, uncharacteristically, remains quiet. He wants to see how the priestess will react. Can she be considered an ally or not? This would be so much easier if he, alone, is Pharaoh Amenhotep's sole vizier. Not long later, Amen and Qar finally return to the study. By now, they would have two and a half hours left until the speech is due. "Pharaoh Amenhotep, words fail to describe how worried I was regarding your absence. I pray everything is alright?" Aperel immediately starts kissing Amen's ass for the umpteenth time.
Amen ignores Aperel's "concerns" and decides to address everyone in the room. "Sorry for running off. Truth be told, I had no intention of becoming Pharaoh really. Perhaps it was curiosity or maybe it was the lure of riches that got me here in the first place, but, despite it all, I still wanted to leave this place behind. However, I think I understand it a bit better now. I think there might be another reason why I accepted this responsibility. Maybe my reign will be short. Maybe not everything you'll say will get through to me. But... I think I want to try. Not for my sake, but for this kingdom. So," Amen bows to everyone, "please help me become a great Pharaoh!" Amen turns his face up to look at everyone. Alas, there is conviction in his eyes.
I'm going to wait for @Grey to post first before I do. Wrapping up the first chapter soon.
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