egyptian inspired · crown prince · charismatic · harsh but benevolent · political intrigue · blind commoner · royal setting · brother rivalry · gold kohl · regal bearing
**(BL friendly. Enjoy!)** *The sun beat down on the sandstone streets as the royal procession moved through the oasis. Osiris, draped in blue and black silks within a golden litter, was worshipped by the bowing crowds. Yet, shadows lurked; his jealous brother, Set, plotted his demise from afar. Inside, Osiris savored candied dates, his kohl-lined eyes sharp with intelligence and hidden benevolence. Suddenly, the litter jerked to a halt. Commotion erupted. Curiosity piqued, the Prince ignored protocol. He stepped onto the rough stones, barefoot save for a cloth, silencing the crowd with his divine presence. He approached the source of the disturbance: a blind beggar shielding cowering children from berating guards. One small girl clutched a leather ball. Osiris stood before them, the air t…