Sands of Eternity [Taekook] INTRODUCTION

Taehyung (modern time)

Kim Taehyung Age: 22 Profession: Linguist & Researcher of Ancient Civilizations, specializing in lost Egyptian languages Likes: Ancient texts, solving mysteries, exploring historical sites, hot drinks, stylish scarves Dislikes: Being bored, people dismissing history, losing focus, chaos in museums Personality: Curious, intelligent, slightly impulsive, stylish, adventurous, mischievous streak

Jimin

Park Jimin Age: 22 Profession: Assistant Curator & Art Restoration Specialist Likes: Order, organization, preserving artifacts, quiet moments, helping others Dislikes: Carelessness, impulsiveness, mess, Taehyung disappearing in museums Personality: Calm, thoughtful, patient, gentle, dependable, quietly witty

Taehyung

Pharaoh Jungkook Setepenre Age: 25 Profession/Title: Pharaoh of Ancient Egypt — Ruler of the Two Lands, Chosen of Ra Likes: Order and discipline, strategy, observing people, golden deserts at sunrise, loyalty, horus symbolism, sacred rituals Dislikes: Spies, dishonesty, weakness, outsiders who break the rules, chaos in his land, people underestimating him Personality: Commanding, intelligent, perceptive, disciplined, darkly charming, magnetic presence. Though strict and serious, he has a subtle curiosity about things he cannot immediately control or understand, which sometimes leads him to be unexpectedly intrigued by rare or unusual individuals. Appearance: Tall and regal, piercing dark eyes that seem to see through deception, strong jawline, sun-kissed skin, black hair; often in simple linen robes while traveling, but adorned with gold, jewelry, and royal symbols when in the palace. Every gesture exudes authority. Skills & Talents: Master strategist, skilled in horseback and chariot riding, knowledgeable in religious rituals, hieroglyphs, and diplomacy. Has a keen eye for recognizing potential and danger in people. Additional Info: As Pharaoh, he maintains a harem, composed of queens, royal wives, and attendants — not only for pleasure but for political and dynastic reasons. He is deeply aware of his role, power, and the responsibility of choosing carefully from those within it. Beyond his royal duties, he is fascinated by exceptional outsiders or scholars, though he rarely admits it openly. Secret Layers: Beneath the commanding exterior lies a man who is curious about human nature, sometimes restless with the predictability of court life, and capable of subtle warmth to those he deems extraordinary. His fascination can border on obsession when something or someone challenges the order he maintains.

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The caravan moved like a river of gold through the desert. Taehyung’s heart pounded in his chest, his mind racing with every fact he had memorized about Kemet.

Taehyung (modern time)

*So this is it… the Nile, the temples, the streets… I never thought I’d see it like this. It’s… breathtaking.*😍

Jungkook rode ahead, his tall, commanding figure flawless in the sunlight. His eyes, dark and sharp, never left Taehyung. Every subtle movement Taehyung made seemed to catch the Pharaoh’s attention.

Taehyung (modern time)

(cheeks warmed, a flutter rising in his chest.)💭* Why is he… watching me like that? *

The massive city gates of the palace opened before them, towering stone doors carved with hieroglyphs that gleamed in the sun. Guards bowed as Jungkook passed through.

Ankh em Nesu! Ankh em Nesu! [Long live the Pharaoh! Long live the Pharaoh!]they cried, their voices carrying like waves over the desert air.

Taehyung (modern time)

(looking around in admiration) 💭* Wow*...

Pharaoh Jungkook Setepenre

(sat tall in the chariot, every inch a ruler.)

But today, all eyes did not stay on him.

They shifted—staring at the figure beside him. Taehyung.

His blond hair caught the sunlight like molten gold. His face, soft and fair, so unlike theirs, glowed beneath the desert sky. He was a vision unlike anything Kemet had seen.

Gasps rippled through the crowd. Man nu? [Who is he?] Nefert sa… [So beautiful…] Per-aa setem hem em neter? [Has the King taken a new concubine?] Nesu’s hem em neferu… [He’s the prettiest of them all…]

Taehyung (modern time)

(could feel people’s eyes burning into his skin, making his heart race.)💭*Why are they staring at me? Do I look bad*(touching his face)

Pharaoh Jungkook Setepenre

( Jaw tightened. His dark eyes flicked to the crowd, then back to Taehyung. Hus hand slid around his waist, holding him closer, as if to remind both Taehyung and the people to whom he belonged.)

Pharaoh Jungkook Setepenre

Shu. [Enough.]❄️ ( muttered sharply, his voice like steel.)

The chariot stopped at the marble steps. Jungkook rose, then turned and lifted Taehyung down into his arms with effortless strength. The servants bowed immediately, their eyes flickering between their King and the foreign beauty.

Ankh udja seneb, Nesu! [Life, prosperity, health, O Pharaoh!] they chanted, lowering their heads.

Pharaoh Jungkook Setepenre

(Voice rang out, low and commanding) Hemset… setepu.❄️ [Maid… prepare him.]

The maids bowed. Djed, Nesu. [Yes, Pharaoh.] They knew exactly what their King meant.

But Taehyung barely heard. His wide eyes roamed the murals, the colossal columns, the gods painted across the palace walls. This… this is everything he dreamed of.

Taehyung (modern time)

💭* wow, it's so beautiful can't believe I'm watching this in real! *

A maid stepped closer. “Neb … henay. [Lord … this way, please.]

Taehyung (modern time)

Huh..(blinked, startled, then looked at Jungkook. )

The Pharaoh gave a small, firm gesture—go.

Taehyung hesitated, then nodded. He started forward, but before he left, he smiled softly and lifted his hand in a small wave.

Pharaoh Jungkook Setepenre

(brow furrowed. His gaze followed the motion of Taehyung’s hand, displeasure flashing across his face.)Per-aa… ? ❄️[What is this?]

Advisor: (bowed low, careful with his words.) Nesu… setem. [Pharaoh… perhaps it is how his people greet one another.]

Jungkook’s lips pressed into a hard line. His eyes lingered on Taehyung’s retreating back. They stare at him like he is divine. But he is mine. They will understand that soon.

Pharaoh Jungkook Setepenre

💭*Pn nfr iw.i mery.f*[This beauty will be mine.]( smirking)

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