Chapter 8 Chapter Six

Ramses rushed to the frail-looking raft made of twine wrapped around bundles of papyrus branches.This ordinary raft could not survive the tenth race. On this day Ramesses fought against a group of swimmers, and the thought of defeating him inspired them, especially the young girls who lined up along the canal to watch the race.Those young people wear amulets around their necks, or frog patterns, or cow feet, or the eyes of the guardian god, and they hope to succeed in one fell swoop.Ramses was naked, and he swam faster than anyone else without any magic power. Most of the contestants fight for the woman they like, but Ramses fights not for others but for himself. In order to prove that he can always surpass his own ability, he was the first to reach the river bank.

Ramses finished the race five lengths ahead of the second place. He didn't feel tired at all, and he could even continue swimming for hours.Annoyed opponents grudgingly congratulated him.It was known that the young prince was forever cut off from the path of power, and relegated to an idle scholar who would soon emigrate to the Great South, far from Memphis and the capital. A pretty fifteen-year-old brown-haired girl walked up to him and handed him a cloth towel. "The wind is very cool, use this to dry your body." "I do not need." She has a mischievous look, green eyes full of burning eyes, a small and straight nose, thin lips and a well-shaped chin.Elegant, vivacious and careful, she wore a sheer linen dress tailored by a haute couture shop, with a lotus flower in her turban.

"You are wrong. Even the strongest man can catch a cold." "I don't know what it means to be sick." "My name is Esther. I'm having a little dance with some friends tonight. Would you like to accept my invitation?" "Of course not." "If you change your mind, welcome." She smiled and walked away without looking back. Shali, the family teacher, was dreaming about Duke Zhou under the shade of the big fig tree in the middle of the garden, while Ramses was pacing back and forth in front of his sister Dorant, who was reclining on the bench.Dorante was concerned only with her own comfort and well-being, and her husband's position afforded her a comfortable life, free from the hardships of daily livelihood.She was too tall, with a perpetually lazy look, and her oily skin was smeared with balsamic ointment all day long. The eldest sister of Ramesses prided herself on being very familiar with all the little secrets of high society.

"You don't come to see me often, my dear brother." "I am very busy." "Some people say you're just idle." "It's up to you sir." "You go to the Three Treasure Hall for nothing..." "I need a piece of advice, it's true." Dorant was refreshed.That's not his way, because Ramses doesn't like courtship at all. "I'll listen to you. If I'm in a good mood, I'll answer you." "Do you know a man named Esther?" "What does she look like?" Prince began to describe.

"Beautiful Esther! A terrible sensation. She has already had countless suitors at such a young age. Everyone thinks she is the most beautiful woman in Memphis." "Where are her parents?" "Wealthy nobles, their family has served in the palace several generations ago. Iser has taken a fancy to you?" "She invited me to a dance." "You won't be left out! This girl has dances every day. You're interested in her..." "She teased me." "She took the initiative? Don't be so old-fashioned, dear brother! Esther shows you that you are to her liking. That's all!"

"It's not a young girl..." "Why not? We are Egyptians, not those backward barbarians. I don't suggest you marry her, but..." "Shut up." "Don't you want to know a little more about Esther?" "Thank you, dear elder sister, I don't need your tricks anymore." "Don't stay too long in Memphis." "Why remind me of this?" "You're nothing here, and if you stay, you'll be like a withered flower that doesn't get watered. Outside the city, people will respect you. Don't try to take Esther with you, she doesn't like losers. I heard that your elder brother, the future king of Egypt, is not indifferent to her beauty. Get away from her as soon as possible, Ramses, or your little life will be threatened horribly."

This is not an ordinary dance party. Several girls from upper-class families decided to show their dancing talents under the training of professional dance teachers.Ramses arrived very late, and he didn't intend to attend the dinner party, but accidentally squeezed into the audience in the first row. Twelve dancers chose to show their dance skills on a large side of the water full of blue and white lotus flowers, and several torches on long poles illuminated the stage brightly. These girls wore pearl net shirts and short tights, three wigs on their heads, large necklaces on their necks, and blue sky stone bracelets on their gloves. They began to pose provocative movements. Arms outstretched to imaginary partners, and then entangled together.Their movements are slow and graceful, and everyone in the audience holds their breath.

Suddenly, the dancer took off her wig, tights and net shirt, with a bun on her head, her breasts exposed, and only a loincloth left on her body.They stepped on the floor with their right feet, and then, in unison, they rolled over and idling around like carps. At this time, there were endless exclamations in the field.With a graceful arch and stoop, they performed other stunts, which were just as spectacular. Four dancers leave the line, and the others begin to sing and clap their hands to time.The four soloists follow the ancient tune and imitate the four wind sounds from all directions.Esther is transformed into a breeze from the north, a refreshing breather on a hot night.Her performance dwarfed her other dance partners and clearly caught all eyes.

Ramses couldn't resist her temptation, yes, she was so powerful that no one could compare.She manipulates her body like playing a musical instrument with a calm melody. She seems to be admiring herself without being shy.For the first time, Ramses met a girl who made him want to hug him. After the dance, he left the audience and sat far away in the closed corner where the donkey was tied. Esther took pleasure in teasing him, knowing she was going to marry his brother, and giving him a slap in the face to make him more aware of her fall from grace.Dreaming of a bright future, he was humiliated time and time again.He must escape from this hellish circle, from these demons that fetter his feet.outside the city?also good.He will prove his worth there, no matter what method he uses, if he fails, he will go to Sai Dawu and control the most terrifying poisonous snake.

"Are you troubled?" Esther stepped forward quietly and smiled at him. "No, I'm thinking." "A deep thought...all the guests have left, and my parents and their servants have fallen asleep." Ramses, unaware of the passage of time, stood up. "Sorry, I'm leaving right now." "Has a woman ever told you that you are handsome and sexy?" Esther's hair was loose, her breasts were exposed, and there was a disturbing passion hidden in her eyes. She blocked his way. "Aren't you my brother's fiancee?" "Does the emperor's son only believe in gossip? I like the person I want, but I don't like your brother. You are what I want here and now."

"The emperor's son... am I still?" "Make love to me." Together they took off their loincloths. "I worship beautiful things, Ramses, you are beautiful in yourself." The prince's hands began to touch, he didn't want to make the young woman feel displeased in the slightest, he just wanted to give without expecting anything in return, he wanted to dedicate his whole soul to his mistress.She was conquered and immediately agreed with her body.With an instinct of unimaginable precision, Ramesses found her erotic private parts, and he did so tenderly, even with great passion. Not only is she a virgin!So is he.In tender nights they dedicate themselves to each other, reveling in repeated longing.