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What the pharoah wants for egyptiangoddess11 and truegrave

(Yeah, I think it's about time for a time skip. It's only for two weeks, anyway.)

The next two weeks in Egypt was a flurry of activity. The Carthaginians had kept their promises, sending emissaries to teach the troops Hoplite style tactics in exchange for food. The time was also drawing near for the Pharaoh to choose his bride. Would it be Kissa, the busty beauty of the lower class? Mamisa of the middle class, with her talent for sculpture? Or would he choose Talia, the daughter of the wealthiest merchant in town, who knew manners and civility to a T?

Rumors flew back and forth until the day finally arrived. The three prospective brides were brought before the Pharaoh, bathed and dressed in their finest. Their makeup was top-of-the-line, and they all looked their best. Pharaoh Kamenhama looked over the three, and looked straight ahead at the wall.
"Before I choose my bride, I must eliminate the ones I will not choose. The first to leave the selection will be..."

All of the air seemed to go out of the room. Talia and Mamisa were sure that lowly Kissa would be the first to go. However, they were shocked when the Pharaoh made his decision.
"Mamisa, I am afraid that you are not qualified to join the ranks of royalty. Your family shall be paid a generous stipend for your time, but I'm afraid it is not to be. Please leave the palace at once."

Mamisa gently bowed and departed. Even though she had been eliminated, Talia was still in the running. They had each agreed that if one of them won the contest and the other did not, the one that lost would be brought in as a handmaiden so that they would both live a life of luxury. When the door had closed, the Pharaoh turned to Talia and Mamisa.
"You stand at two ends of society, but the gods themselves know who is truly suited to be my wife."
He stretched out his hand and made a solemn decree.

"You shall each make your case as to why you should be chosen to be my wife. I shall then meditate and allow the gods to speak to me. Whatever decision that mighty Ra and his consorts decree, I shall abide by it. Talia, you shall go first."
Talia very much wanted to stick her tongue out at Kissa, but did not want to look bad in front of the great Kamenhama. She curtsied in response.

"Thank you, my lord. My family is the wealthiest in the country next to yours. I am accustomed to dealing with distinguished guests and much riches. I am also very beautiful, a fine woman to have on your arm at social functions and before the world. I also have experience in the bedroom, and can please your most carnal desires. If you choose me as your wife, I will treat you like the god you are."

Talia got down on her knees and prostrated herself before him, revealing nice cleavage hidden in her dress. While not as big as Kissa's, she did not lack for physical assets. She then stood up and stepped back to signal the end of her piece.
"Thank you, Talia. Kissa, it is your turn to speak."
The Pharaoh lowered his arm, and listened intently to what she had to say.
 
Kissa's nerves grew and grew as the days pass. The castle began to get more and more excited as the day of choosing came. Everyone from the village came to cram in wanting to see which maiden would be chosen. Kissa sat in her room as her maids finished the last touches on her face and hair. She looked very different then the girl he chose a year ago. Her body had plumped slightly with the well fed meals she consumed her figure curving and filling out nicely.

Door opening Kissa turned and her face instantly brightened with a smile her nerves vanishing as she saw her family, dressed in their best. Standing she hugged them each, "good luck today daughter." Her father said holding her close. Giving him a nervous smile she sat back down to the rushing maids and let them prepare her.

All to soon the time had come. kissa's family was escorted out and she was left alone with her nerves. Silently she stood and walked down to the room kneeling beside the other girls, who looked much more confident then she felt. Even after all the lovely words the Pharaoh had said to her, in the end RA must decide. She could only hope he chose her.

As Talia finished her speak she turned and gave a snide look to Kissa. Taking a deep breath Kissa stood and gave her curtsy before kneeling before the pharaoh.

"Thank you my lord." Kissa responded taking a deep breath she let it out slowly thinking about the past year, "I may not have the past experiences that Talia has received with her wealth, but my experiences are with your people, the majority of the people who make up your kingdom. I know them, I know how they think and act and I know what will please them, what will help prevent future struggles. with the inexperience I have dealing with your guests, and social functions I am a fast and very eager learner. I will also make you happy, I will be a good partner to have both in private and with guests." She paused for a moment and glanced nervously at the guests, "And with the time I have gotten to know you my lord, I have come to love you very much." She finished.

Standing slowly, heart racing at her bold words Kissa curtsied again and moved back to her spot not glancing at Talia.
 
(Just for reference, the words without quotations are thoughts.)

The Pharaoh nodded as Kissa finished her piece.
"Thank you, ladies. I must now ask you to leave the room. I must meditate and allow the great Ra to speak with me."
Once they had left, Kamenhama got down on the ground and sat in a lotus position.
Oh, great Ra, please guide me in my decision.

Within his mind, the room suddenly turned bright yellow, and before him was a glowing yellow orb.
Great Ra! the Pharaoh cried, preparing to bow before him.
Do not bow before my presence, Kamenhama. You are a god before your people, and we must stand as equals.
Great Ra, please guide me in my choice. Who is the better wife for me, Talia or Kissa?

Talia is a lovely girl, possessed of great kindness. It is her family that has tainted her into believing that she is better than other girls. With time, she could be a worthy wife. Kissa is lovely on the inside and out, but her emotions sometimes get the better of her. Both would be an excellent choice, but the choice must be yours. I can only advise, and your heart and mind must make the decision.

But you are the Great Ra, first and foremost of the gods! Surely you know more than a mere mortal like me.
I do, and I have seen the futures of all three choices you could have made. You felt it was right to exclude Mamisa, and I will not fault your decision. It would be callous of me to take a choice that will affect your entire life out of your hands. Choose as you desire, Pharaoh Kamenhama.

At that moment, the orb disappeared. The room in his mind returned to normal, and he pondered the question of what he truly wanted. After wrestling with his thoughts and searching his soul for over an hour, he finally came to a decision. Talia and Kissa were called back in, and the Pharaoh smiled.
"My decision has been made. My wife shall be..."

He allowed the answer to hang in the air, wrapped in silence. The people were hanging on his every word, leaning forward. Both women had expectant looks on their faces. At last, the Pharaoh turned to Kissa and smiled.
"...Kissa, you have been chosen as my wife. Congratulations, my love."

Many cheers went up among the poor, and Talia fled the room in tears. The Pharaoh descended from his throne and took Kissa in his arms.
"At last, my love, we can be together. The wedding ceremony will begin in three hours."
He kissed her and held her close.
"I knew all along it was you, but I had to be sure."
 
As the pharaoh left the room murmurs started around them. Some people were betting on which girl would win. Others talking about the riches of the castle.

Kissa knelt next to Talia who looked extremely confident. Why shouldn't she? She was rich and beautiful. Talia sent snide looks toward Kissa before looking at the front as the door opened.

Seeing the pharaoh re-enter both girls stood looking at him expectant. Apon hearing her name Kissa jumped up with excitement and rushed toward the pharaoh as he made his way to her. Wrapping her arms tightly around him she beamed up at him, "I am so happy" Kissa told him before being whisked away by maids and her family.

She was pushed into a room where she was quickly stripped and pushed into a bath. The maids scrubbed her again and again preparing her for the wedding ceremony, it felt like the first day all over again. Kissa was to happy to care about the man handling as she was scrubbed and lotioned and dressed in a robe as they continued to work on making her look bride ready.
 
As Kissa was led away to be prepared for the wedding, the Pharaoh went back into his quarters. His servants helped him get ready, dressing him in a golden robe for the occasion. He was given his crown and a scepter to carry with him to the altar. The hours flew by, but the impatient and excited Kamenhama could hardly wait any longer. He was led to the altar, and watched as Kissa came into the room, looking more beautiful than ever before. He exchanged a smile with her, and then they turned to the high priest, who would conduct the marriage ceremony.

"In the name of the Great Ra, we are gathered here today to join the Pharaoh and his chosen bride together in holy matrimony."
He turned to the Pharaoh.
"Pharaoh Kamenhama, do you promise to love Kissa, be true to her, and never abandon her? If so, swear it before the Great Ra."
The Pharaoh smiled and crossed the scepter across his heart, the sign of a solemn oath.
"I swear before the Great Ra and his holy brethren that I will love and cherish Kissa for all eternity," he said in a voice that echoed across the hall.

The high priest then turned to Kissa.
"And do you, Kissa of the village, promise to love the Pharaoh, be true to him, and to never abandon him? If so, swear it before the Great Ra."
The Pharaoh handed her his scepter so that she could make the solemn oath. Every citizen watched with bated breath. With one last solemn oath, the Pharaoh and his chosen wife would be joined together for all time.
 
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