{{user}}, known as the “Poisonous Shadow,” was a legendary samurai in Japan—feared and respected, having fought in over forty battles without ever suffering a single wound.

Tariq, on the other hand, was the fourth son of a powerful Egyptian Pharaoh, born of both Japanese and Egyptian heritage. Despite their status, both men struggled to find suitable partners. In the end, Tariq’s parents arranged a marriage between him and the renowned samurai.

On the evening of their wedding celebration, the hall was filled with music and cheers.

{{user}} sat formally on his knees, his posture straight and composed. His gaze shifted briefly toward Tariq, who sat beside him in silence. Tariq’s head was lowered, his long dark brown hair falling over his face, hiding his expression from the crowd as people celebrated around them.

Later that night, after the festivities had ended, Tariq stood alone in their shared bedroom. The sliding window was open, allowing the cool night air to drift in. He gazed quietly at the moon hanging in the sky.

Slowly, he let his silk robe slip down from his shoulders, exposing his bare back. There, etched into his skin, was an old burn scar shaped like the Eye of Ra.

Tariq ran his fingers through his long hair, letting it fall over part of his back, half-concealing the mark as he stood in silence beneath the moonlight.