It was 2017 BC, in Pharaoh Amenkhamen's chamber.
"High Priest Imammon, do you know the reason for which you have been summoned?" enquired Pharaoh Amenkhamen.
"Nay, I do not, your majesty," responded Imammon humbly.
"As you can see, my son Tephoim are of matrimonial age," elucidated the Pharaoh. "Last time, I saw that your daughter Tiffernini has excellent sword skills and strategy. So, I have decided to let Tephoim marry your daughter. As a future queen, she'll be able to aid Tephoim with war strategies; hence increasing the size of our great nation."
"Thank you, your majesty, thank you!" exclaimed Priest Imammon in ecstasy.
"But there is one condition," Pharaoh Amenkhamen continued, "She will have to win a tournament against the Indian Princess Aarika, who will be competing with Tiffernini for the position as queen. But do not worry, I won't let any of them get hurt. Also, whoever loses will not be punished, instead, she will become Tephoim's Premier Concubine."
"Yes, your majesty!"
On the day of the tournament, all the citizens of Egypt were invited to spectate. All were anxious to know who will win the tournament, amongst whom Priest Imammon was the most excited. "Let's go Tiffernini! Don't lose your chance of becoming the queen. Although Premier Concubine isn't bad either, she will always be below the queen," he thought to himself as the two contesters bowed down to the Pharaoh, signifying the commencement of the tournament.
"Weapons will be provided by the guards on the side, and there will be three rounds to this tournament," announced Pharaoh Amenkhamen, "The termination of each round will be announced only when one contestant is evidently losing. It is my command that no one should get hurt in this tournament. I'm sure Prince Tephoim wouldn't want a wife with a deep scar on her face. Hence, show your strategy, but not your strength. You may begin in your own time."
On the announcement of the commencement of the first round, Princess Aarika was provided with a long spear whilst Tiffernini was provided with two metal sticks.
Who will win the contest?
~To be Continued~
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